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Nikolaos was not human. He was Näcken, tethered to the river and cursed by an uncontrollable passion that drowned those who came near. Guised as a young man but older than anyone knew, he hid his torment over who he was. Näcken. Most knew him by that name. They heard his bewitching violin calling them from the waterways. It was too late then; there was nothing either he or they could do.Rå was ancient. She had walked among the worshippers of Odin, Thor, and Freya. Caring for the trees and the forests, she hid her tree trunk back under her long brown hair. Men found her in the woods, unsure if she was a tree or a woman. When they came near, she opened a hole in her back, and they ran to her, wanting her. Rå harnessed their lust to feed the forests. She was Rå. Women knew her as Magda, a wisewoman.Step into a world where diligent historical research melds with vivid imagination. Inspired by the sorcery trials that rippled through the highest courts, The Lure of Water and Wood is a journey across two centuries as experienced by Sweden's most elusive mythological creatures. A time when Näcken and Rå were not figments of folklore but immortal entities that influenced the lives of people. A saga where the boundary between history and legend is tantalizingly blurred."Erwin brings the reader into a time when magic, faith, and folk tales coursed through the landscape of the Swedish countryside by crafting together historical facts with fantasy storytelling."- American Swedish Historical Museum"Within Helen Erwin's latest book, we are brought into the panic and fear of sorcery and the influence of malevolent players. She brings humanity and agency not only to the accused but to the supposed masterminds Näcken and Forest Rå. Humanizing this fear can perhaps bring new understanding to the panic that can begin after one fatal rumor."- Wicked Women: The PodcastHelen Lundström Erwin, author of Sour Milk in Sheep's Wool and James' Journey, ventures into the historical fantasy genre for the first time, delivering a spellbinding epic.

"Founded in the late 1800s by the son of Frederick Douglass, Highland Beach along the Chesapeake Bay is the oldest Black resort community in America. Inside this proud and secluded beach community of about 100 private homes is Olivia Jones's legacy. But Oliva's legacy comes with thorns--intertwined are secrets of her aunt's death; a controlling grandmother who is determined to crush anyone or anything that will interfere with her son's political career; and a father who wants to rebuild the family he rejected decades ago. In the midst of tense family drama, Olivia must decide if she wants to return to the beautiful life she's created in Sag Harbor--with the neighbors and wonderful man who've become central to her happiness--or finally achieve her dream of having a family and home to call her own in Highland Beach"--

During the Great Migration of the 1900s, millions of Black families fled the Jim Crow south seeking a better life in major cities across the U.S. Their secrets traveled with them-into the next generation...

"France, 1939: A talented singer, Ruth Lacroix has left Maine to live with her aunt and uncle, dreaming of performing at the Casino de Paris. But with the outbreak of war, and the heartbreaking news that her cousin has been killed by German forces, that goal is supplanted by another -- to support France in any way she can. Though Ruth has never driven a vehicle larger than the tractor on her parents -- farm, she joins a friend in enlisting as a driver for the French Ambulance Service. On their way to transfer injured soldiers to Dunkirk for evacuation, they encounter Jimmie, a British Royal Air Force pilot with No. 73 Squadron RAF, who has bailed out of his burning plane. As Dunkirk falls, blocking off the route to the northern coast, word spreads of a daring Allied plan to rescue the remaining troops and civilians from ports in western code name Operation Aerial. Over two hazardous weeks, Ruth and Jimmie will journey hundreds of miles together, helping other refugees as they rush to reach the sea before they are overtaken by the Germany army. But all their courage and resilience offer no certainty in wartime, when a single stroke of luck, or a split-second decision, can mean the difference between life and death..."--

The View cohost and three-time Emmy Award winner Sunny Hostin transports readers to Highland Beach in the captivating third novel of her New York Times bestselling Summer Beach series.In this awakening, spirited novel, Sunny Hostin celebrates family, friendship, and community and reminds us of the importance of the legacies of our collective past and finding one's way in the world.Founded in the late 1800s by the son of Frederick Douglass, Highland Beach along the Chesapeake Bay is the oldest Black resort community in America. Inside this proud and secluded beach community of about 100 private homes is Olivia Jones's legacy.But Oliva's legacy comes with thorns--intertwined are secrets of her aunt's death; a controlling grandmother who is determined to crush anyone or anything that will interfere with her son's political career; and a father who wants to rebuild the family he rejected decades ago.In the midst of tense family drama, Olivia must decide if she wants to return to the beautiful life she's created in Sag Harbor--with the neighbors and wonderful man who've become central to her happiness--or finally achieve her dream of having a family and home to call her own in Highland Beach.

The novel "Gajapati Kapilendra Deva and His Mastodon Power" presents a vivid portrayal of Gajapati Kapilendra Deva and his life, delving into both his remarkable accomplishments and the trials he faced towards the end of his reign. It provides the readers with a glimpse into the historical context and the challenges and triumphs of this influential ruler. This work is a narrative that combines history and fiction to bring to life the legacy of Gajapati Kapilendra Deva, shedding light on the man behind the powerful ruler.

Ein mysteriöser Anruf zwingt Miguel, sich den Dämonen der Vergangenheit zu stellen.Bei einer heimlichen Nachforschung, hält er plötzlich Dokumente in den Händen, die ihm das Blut in den Adern gefrieren lässt.Luis, sein Onkel droht das Weingut zu verlieren. Für Miguel beginnt ein Kampf gegen die Zeit.Lisa arbeitet auf dem Weingut als Erntehelferin. Sie ist auf einer unfreiwilligen Mission unterwegs und deckt heimlich ein wohl behütendes Geheimnis auf, das Miguels Leben für immer verändern wird.Ihre Suche führt Lisa zum alten Kloster der schwarzen Madonna und kommt dort einem längst verwahrten Geheimnis allmählich auf die Spur.Die Lage zwischen Miguel und seinem Vater Christopher spitzt sich zu. Es kommt zu einem tragischen Unfall und plötzlich schwebt Luis sein Onkel in Lebensgefahr.Verbissen versucht Miguel mit seinen Nachforschungen seinen Vater zur Rechenschaft zu ziehen, aber da schlägt das Schicksal ein weiteres Mal erbarmungslos zu.Plötzlich wird er mit Tatsachen konfrontiert, die er für total unmöglich hält, aber doch gerade zur Realität wurden.Er stattet seinem Vater einen Besuch ab und erklärt ihm öffentlich den Krieg. Was er aber zu dem Zeitpunkt noch nicht weiss, ist, dass sein Vater wenige Tage später zum Gegenschlag ausholen wird.Bei einem Gespräch zwischen Luis und seinem Vater, bewahrheiten sich plötzlich Miguels schlimmste Befürchtungen. Sein ganzes Leben gerät ins Schwanken und total überfordert bricht er mit seinem Onkel. Tief verletzt über den Verrat von Luis, trifft er eine drastische Entscheidung.Erst als Luis im Sterben liegt, fängt seine Abwehrhaltung langsam an zu bröckeln. Wird Miguel es noch rechtzeitig an Luis Krankenbett schaffen um sich mit ihm zu versöhnen? Sich endlich den Herausforderungen stellen und einen versöhnlichen Schritt auf seine Familie zuzugehen? Und hat die Liebe zwischen ihm und Lisa eine Chance? Schaffen es die Beiden, sich aus den Fängen der Vergangenheit zu befreien?

Accepting a nanny position seemed like a good way to escape my past. To prove I'd changed.I never counted on Sam, my new boss. He's trying to run his family's contracting business and raise his daughter by himself. I want to ignore my attraction to him, but it's impossible with us living in the same house. Maybe I haven't come as far as I thought. Until a midnight encounter changes everything. I discover he's protective, caring, and his concern for me is the sexiest thing about him. But he's also dangerous because he makes me think that anything's possible. Even a future with him and Maggie. Can I take a gamble with him and hope my past doesn't catch up with the future I'm racing towards?

In the heart of Lusaka, Zambia, "My Mother's Son" delves into the compelling tale of twenty-one-year-old Andrew Michelo. Andrew, an adored and cherished only child, thrives in the warmth of his mother, April Michelo's unwavering love and pride. However, his world is upended when he learns that his nineteen-year-old girlfriend, Dailess Banda, is pregnant with his child. In the unfolding narrative, Andrew and Dailess find themselves thrust into a tumultuous journey fraught with emotional upheaval and unyielding realities that demand their attention. As the plot thickens, these two young protagonists, each singularly focused on self-preservation, wrestle with the complexities of their circumstances. The intricacies of their struggle come to life as they grapple with the profound challenges that test the limits of their resilience. In this engrossing tale, their individual journeys come to a head in a riveting narrative, leaving the reader captivated by the raw authenticity of their experiences and the suspenseful twists that shape their quest for solid ground. "My Mother's Son" paints a poignant picture of the complexities of human relationships and the internal conflicts individuals face when confronted with life-altering choices. The story explores themes of love, sacrifice, societal expectations, and the resilience of the human spirit. It immerses readers in the vibrant setting of Lusaka, Zambia, capturing the cultural nuances and challenges faced by the characters. "My Mother's Son" is an African story told for a global readership.

Die wachsende Liebe zweier Menschen, deren Familien auf tragische Weise miteinander verwoben sind …Das berührende Familiengeheimnis vor der malerischen Kulisse des französischen Loire-Tals Simone liebt das Leben auf dem idyllischen Weingut ihrer Familie. Vor allem die traditionelle Herstellung des Weins und die Führungen für Besucher liegen ihr am Herzen. Als ihr Vater jedoch eines Tages den jungen deutschen Besucher Johann aufgrund seiner Herkunft demütigt, mischt sich Simone ein - was plötzlich alles verändert. Johann verschlägt es nicht aus Zufall auf das zweihundert Jahre alte Anwesen. Auch sein Großvater war vor über sieben Jahrzehnten schon einmal dort. Was ist damals wirklich passiert? Johann möchte das Geheimnis der Vergangenheit aufdecken und hat dabei nicht mit einer attraktiven Verbündeten wie Simone gerechnet …Dies ist eine überarbeitete Neuauflage des bereits erschienenen Titels Das Geheimnis von Chateau Limeray.Erste Leser:innenstimmen„Mitreißendes Familiengeheimnis in der wunderschönen, bildhaft beschriebenen Kulisse Frankreichs!"„Die historischen Hintergründe sind absolut beeindruckend recherchiert und geschildert."„Spannung, Drama, Geheimnisse, Liebe … hier stimmt alles!"„Vergangenheit und Gegenwart sind toll miteinander verwoben, ich konnte nicht aufhören zu lesen."

The contemporary figure has somewhat similar characteristics to his father, grandfather, and great grandfather; a soul-searching thinker, all the same, departing from the ruinous while conserving the beneficial side of the culture, customs, and manners in which he was raised and the larger generational dimensions embedded in it.A virtual page-turner, the highly intense and graphically detailed saga reaches its most intense crescendo in this final installment. Characters readily identifiable in your own life, cheek by jowl with the hero and foe, percolate the gamut of your emotions. Rooting for the one while despising the other, you are propelled into the bowels of the narrative.Some personalities appear to be born evil and feed on the environs; others tend to virtue and progress upon it. Protagonists and antagonists are mixed and varied; some are eternal optimists and find happiness even in dark periods; some are risk takers in the will for clarity, putting their reputation on the line; some are perpetually abstruse and find it their sad comfort zone; and then there is the many up and down others.The first and second generation Stanoli patriarchs were fond of saying, "There is nothing greater than loving God and loving your neighbor," and "I am a learner, willing to be corrected and criticized in order to become what I ought to become no matter where it comes from," and "I make it my moral ambition to be happy around others.

"Innisfree binds us."A new generation attempts to define where home is.Book Three in Linda Cardillo's award-winning First Light seriesYoung widow Elizabeth Innocenti journeys from her home in Italy with her fourteen-year-old son to seek solace and peace at Innisfree, her grandmother Lydia's cottage on Chappaquiddick Island. Finding her beloved childhood haven abandoned and as needy as she is, she reluctantly sets out to restore the cottage. When she takes shelter during a hurricane with the Wampanoag family who once owned Innisfree, she discovers its fraught history. Elizabeth's passionate search for Innisfree' s meaning for each family forces her to confront both her grief and her future; and her challenging relationship with Caleb Monroe, the grandson of Mae Keaney and Tobias Monroe, shatters her perception of who she is and want she wants.

Everyone has secrets, some more than most.Armed with her Irish mother's recipes and a willingness to roll up her sleeves, Mae Keaney retreats to the island of her childhood to escape a shameful and bitter past. After turning an abandoned fishing camp into a successful café, she becomes known for both her pies and her fierce solitude.But when a catastrophic fire threatens her home and livelihood, Mae confronts the reality-and loneliness-of her isolation. She reluctantly accepts help from Tobias Monroe, a Native American who shares her intense need for a solitary life on the wild land.Torn between a deepening connection to Tobias and her desire to guard her secrets, Mae struggles to preserve the isolated existence she once thought was her only choice. Will she cling to the false safety of her reclusive life or reach out to forge new bonds of family and community when faced with not only a devastating illness but also the threat of losing her child?The Boat House Café, the first book in the multigenerational family saga First Light-a story of courage in the face of loss and the sacrifices one makes for love.

Innisfree-the wild and isolated land on Chappaquiddick Island where Josiah Monroe grew up-was the only place where he felt he belonged. And now it was gone. His parents' painful decision to sell the land-the symbol of his mixed Wampanoag and Irish heritage-catapults the entire family into a spiral of disconnection as Josiah abandons the island in anger. He makes his way on an uneven road, seeking to redefine himself in a wider, more dangerous world marked by the turmoil of the Vietnam War and the cultural upheaval of the Sixties. ¿In the wake of his leaving, his family struggles not only with Josiah's alienation but also with the debilitating polio suffered by his sister, Izzy. Ultimately, it is the power and magic of the island itself and the bonds of family that call them back to one another.

Für die junge Clärchen, die gerade ihre Friseurausbildung begonnen hat, markiert der Tod ihres geliebten Bruders vor Stalingrad den Beginn einer schmerzhaften Reise durch wechselvolle Jahre. Einer nach dem anderen verschwinden die Männer, die in ihrem Leben wichtig sind, ihre Beweggründe dafür bleiben verborgen. Während einige verzweifelt ihren Platz in der Gesellschaft suchen, werden andere von ihrer vergessen geglaubten Vergangenheit eingeholt. Doch alle kämpfen auf ihre Weise gegen neue Umstände. Und scheitern. Inmitten des Chaos nimmt auch die junge Frau Abschied von ihren Vorstellungen einer glücklichen Familie. Eine Geschichte über das Schicksal einer dennoch lebensbejahenden Frau, die in den dunklen Stunden des Lebens nach Antworten sucht und sich ihren eigenen Herausforderungen stellen muss.

"Cattle die, kinsmen die, what never dies is one's reputation." -HávamálThis is a story of a legendary mythological family, a dynasty descended from the gods themselves. It has been told and retold over many centuries, kept alive in poems, stories, and songs that were memorized, chanted, and sung in the Old Norse tongue, the language of the Vikings of medieval Scandinavia.As nomadic families travelled and migrated, they took their stories and poems with them, a strong link that connected them to their past, ancestors, and homelands. After these migrating families had settled and lived in Iceland for a few centuries, scribes documented their stories, putting quill to vellum and collecting them into books. Yet the different sources of the myths and legends have gaps, incomplete explanations, and missing pages.A Viking Legend: The Descendants of Odin weaves together these gaps, combining information from many different sources into one book. Unknown characters are enhanced, mythological details are fleshed out, missing information is given an explanation, and a new and different ending occurs. Complemented by images of medieval carvings and classical illustrations, what has emerged is a mysterious and sometimes shocking story, featuring births and deaths, valkyries, tales of honour and love, betrayal and vengeance, battles on land and at sea, sorcery and magic, prophecies and curses, supernatural beings, a dragon, and so much more.

From a remote village between Italy and the Austro-Hungarian Empire unrolls the intimate story of Teresa and Carlo, two young people whose paths cross and recross as they are first impelled by parents, then forced by sweeping world events to leave their childhood homes for lives they never imagined.Having left her mother and cherished dog Allucio, in Ulfano, Teresa works as a domestic servant in a large villa in Trento. She survives the Great War in the occupied city by banding together in a makeshift family with the other servants of the owners who have fled to escape the occupation. Carlo, an American still new to Italy and who speaks barely passable Italian, is just finding his footing in Trento when he’s dragged from bed at his boarding school, along with his classmates, and conscripted by the invading Austrian army. In a comical twist of fate, Carlo’s childhood near the Colorado gold mines motivates his captors to place him with a company of miners tasked with digging entrenchments and bunkers and building a massive fortress out of stone and ice, even as blizzards rage and artillery shells fall from the sky. Out of sheer loneliness, Carlo writes letters to Teresa, the girl he met only once in Trento. After the war, Carlo returns to Trento and reconnects with Teresa. Times are unsettled, as soldiers and those who fled the war flood back to the city and signs of the impending Influenza epidemic appear. With so much chaos, tradition gives way to new ideas, so neither worries about the consequences of their growing attachment. However, the same independence that has them dreaming of a future that didn’t exist when they were children, may pull them apart forever.

For her protection, Margaret needs to convince the Duke of Fradure to marry her. Liam has settled with Gretta-until he hears that Margaret is in trouble. But as he braves the capital of Anatalia to save her, can he escape death again?

Slægtskrønikken "Efter Juliane" er delvis fiktion, men samtidig erindringer og overleveringer gennem min egen slægt, gennem mere end 100 år. Mange af personerne har levet, ligesom flere af episoderne er sket i virkeligheden. Jeg har selv navne og ansigter på størstedelen af personerne i bogen.Således begynder bogen med brylluppet mellem Juliane Piil og Anders Hedeboe, en septemberdag i 1880 - mine oldeforældre. Lokationen er et lille landsogn i Himmerland, hvor det unge par begynder deres liv på "Lille Bækgaard" som bliver 3. generationers fødehjem. Efterhånden bevæger personeren sig ud i verden, hvilket får sine konsekvenser, ligesom 2.Verdenskrig også spiller en rolle.Bogen er præget af datidens normer og skikke, samt enkelte passager med egnens dialekt .Bogen følger dagligagen, slægtens gang, deres glæder og sorger for det mest med "Lille Bækgaard" som udgangspunkt.

While more revelations about Jace's past continue to impact Becca's world, a hidden threat emerges and places her in direct danger. With her and her family's safety now in jeopardy, there's only one culprit in Becca's mind - the elusive and temperamental Jace.But would he want to hurt her? And what would he have to gain?After confronting him, Becca realises that nothing is as it seems, and instead of escaping his clutches, she finds herself drawn further into his grasp. With both her head and her heart at odds, letting herself fall for this beautifully broken man she has been longing for can feel so good and bad, all at the same time.Can love really conquer all?

Though Margaret finally has her title, she still needs to find someone else to protect her from the king. Since Liam isn't an option, the Duke of Fradure will have to do. Margaret just has to convince him to marry her.Liam has settled with Gretta and her family well. A little too well. When things go south, so does Liam-until he hears that Margaret is in trouble. But as he braves the capital of Anatalia to save her, can he escape death again?Authors 4 Authors Content RatingThis title has been rated 17+, appropriate for older teens and adults, and contains:brief implied sexgraphic violencerapestrong languagefrequent negative alcohol usealcoholism and depressionchild deathparent deathFor more information on our rating system, please, visit Authors4AuthorsPublishing.com/books/ratings

The salsa that made millions, but the brotherhood that was priceless. Step back in time to the early 1900's, where the heartwarming family saga of Mamá García's Salsa begins. In the picturesque Ozarks of Missouri, fate weaves an unbreakable bond between two 8-year-old boys, one American and one Mexican, despite their different backgrounds. They learn the true meaning of brotherhood through laughter, sweat, and the earthy scent of tomatoes on a sprawling farm. Their lives are perfect. But destiny wields her power by bringing an unexpected fate to the inseparable duo when they're torn apart by circumstances beyond their control. One eventually takes over his family's farm, turning it into an empire, but the absence of his brother weighs heavily on his heart. The secret salsa recipe left behind when the boys separated brings immense wealth to the American family and is no longer simply a culinary treasure. It becomes the impetus that sends a young man on an emotional journey spanning decades and inadvertently puts people he loves in harm's way. This narrative weaves a tapestry of emotions, painting a vivid portrait of love found, lost, and sought after across borders and cultures. In this captivating and unique story, questions linger: Can a brotherhood between two young boys planted in the rich soil of friendship and trust survive turmoil, longing, and greed? Will the years of searching finally yield the reunion that is craved, bridging the gap that time and distance have cruelly imposed? Can the Mexican family finally embrace the prosperity they so rightfully deserve? With each turning page, you find yourself seeping deeper into the fibers of this wealthy family's life. It's a tale that cuts to the heart of who we are and what we need most--love, understanding, and forgiveness. Join this heartrending quest and be transported through this timeless tale of brotherly love. It will linger in your soul long after the final page is turned. Get your copy of this generational drama today to see what the past holds for the future. And remember, it's a great gift for anyone with a sense of adventure and a love for the human spirit.

The Series Finale In the final years of her life, May Rose leaves the boardinghouse and makes her home in the cottage on Wanda's farmland, where she's surrounded by old friends, the Watsons. They've always treated her like family, but in 1976 new challenges emerge. Bertha Watson is seriously ill, and May Rose's daughter Hettie is traumatized by the death of her husband. As Bertha and Hettie struggle to heal, a rivalry develops between their families over Wanda's long-abandoned farmhouse.Rona's House is the final book in the Mountain Women Series, bringing to life the struggles, triumphs, friendships and loves of women in a small West Virginia town in the early 1900s.-----------------------------------------------------------------READERS ARE CAPTIVATED BY THE MOUNTAIN WOMEN SERIES:FIVE STARS: "These books tell of lasting friendships, great loves, and family loyalty. I enjoyed learning some history of mill towns and coal mines in the isolated mill towns and coal towns; the closeness of the communities even though life was difficult. If you read these books, you won't be disappointed. Ms Ervin is a great story teller!" -Goodreads ReviewerFIVE STARS: "Best series I've read in a very long time." -Goodreads Reviewer