Blood. Demons feed on it. Set against the backdrop of appeasement, dark forces seek a never ending war and a world drenched in blood.Two sisters fight, one corrupted and hating what she's become, the other struggling against the inevitable.The story of Elsie and Elizabeth McBride continues. Only one will survive.
An occult 'Downton Abbey' involving Satanists, aristocrats, and Nazis.Born in a Liverpool slum, Lizzie McBride is the daughter of an Irish seer who dies when Lizzie is barely twelve, leaving her in charge of two younger sisters and a grieving father. When her father commits suicide, Lizzie is caught between two worlds.An aunt and uncle decide the three orphans would be better off with them in America, but Lizzie has other ideas and her life changes forever. Pursued by her aunt, Lizzie cannonades into the young and charismatic magician, Aleister Crowley who, for his own reasons, takes her under his wing. He introduces her to Lady Gwyneth Morgan, daughter of the richest family in Wales and sister to the flamboyant occultist, Evan Morgan. At this point Lizzie doesn't realise her gift- the power to unlock Hell.When the occult world discovers this, governments and powerful individuals seek her out. Only one man can protect her: the magician John Grey.The Gift is the first book of a trilogy, beginning in 1912 and ending in 1941. The three books trace the magical rivalry between two sisters, Elizabeth and Elsie McBride, interweaving between historical events
How long can a soul escape Satan? Bloodline is the second book in The Gift Trilogy, which traces the occult rivalry between two sisters, Elizabeth and Elsie McBride. In the first book, Elizabeth escapes the forces that seek to corrupt her. In Bloodline, Elsie faces the same struggle-one even more intense with both her soul and the world at stake.The struggle is played out against a backdrop of approaching war as magic manipulates key figures and real life events in the unseen shadow of Hell.
What exactly is a credit hour? What’s an elective course and why should you care? What’s the secret to studying for tests?Compact and to-the-point, this is an easy-to-use guide to everything first-year students really need to know about how college works. The first part of the book helps to demystify the academic system. Easy to read bite-sized chapters cover topics such as understanding the college course structure, adding and dropping courses, understanding grading systems, pre-registration and scheduling, and attending class. Part 2 introduces the knowledge and tools students need to succeed at college, including time management, critical thinking, test-taking skills, and writing papers. The final part of the book gives guidance on taking care of your physical and mental health, and looks at goals and career planning. It also features a dedicated chapter which is geared to the needs of commuter students.Each chapter features opportunities for the reader to pause and reflect on how the content applies to their own situation and experience. Chapters end with a list of questions which encourage students to consolidate their learning and identify the relevant policies and supports at their own institution.
A beautiful, photo-rich companion book to the internationally distributed IMAX film of the same name, Wings Over Water celebrates the prairie wetlands of North America and the birds that live and breed in this critical habitat. Covering 300,000 square miles stretching from Canada through Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa, the prairie wetlands are one of Earth’s most important, yet little-known, ecosystems. More than half of all North American migratory waterfowl and 96 species of songbirds breed and nest there, and more than 60 percent of the continent’s ducks are hatched there. Wings Over Water immerses readers in this awe-inspiring, essential region, using more than 300 breathtaking photos and inspiring essays from some of North America’s foremost conservationists to shine a spotlight on these critical breeding grounds and the need to protect them. Wings Over Water is a joint venture of the Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation, which works to secure the future of hunting, fishing, and land management; Ducks Unlimited Inc., Wetlands America Trust, and Ducks Unlimited Canada, the world’s largest nonprofit organizations dedicated to conserving North America’s disappearing wetland and waterfowl habitats; and the National Audubon Society, the world’s oldest nonprofit environmental organization dedicated to bird conservation.
Stan Kenton (1911–1979) formed his first full orchestra in 1940 and soon drew record-breaking crowds to hear and dance to his exciting sound. He continued to tour and record unrelentingly for the next four decades. Stan Kenton: This Is an Orchestra! sums up the mesmerizing bandleader at the height of his powers, arms waving energetically, his face a study of concentration as he cajoled, coaxed, strained, and obtained the last ounce of energy from every musician under his control.Michael Sparke’s narrative captures that enthusiasm in words: a lucid account of the evolution of the Kenton Sound, and the first book to offer a critical evaluation of the role that Stan played in its creation. Insightful and thought-provoking throughout, and supported by liberal quotes from the musicians who made the magic, even at his most contentious the author’s high regard and admiration for his subject shines through. The most knowledgeable of Stan’s fans will learn new facts from this far-reaching biography of a man and his music. Stan Kenton will be essential reading for every Kenton devotee and jazz historian.
The Keystone Speakers is a Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada-based group of speakers, facilitators, trainers, entertainers, technology, and management consultants. The organization formed with leaders in their respective fields banded together for mutual benefit.A group of expert speakers in their respective fields came together in 2015 to form Keystone Speakers. Additionally, it has recruited exceptional outsiders to join in the journey to excellence in speaking and leadership and has become a leading group of experts.Since inception, our members have spoken in ten countries on five continents. We deliver workshops, keynote speeches, seminars, consulting and coaching. The topics range from leadership, process improvement, business develop and growth, self-esteem and communication to professional and personal development.This anthology is an excellent example of the expertise of our membership. The book was written with you in mind. It contains the cornerstones and keystones of business and personal success.
5th April 1910. 10:15 am. The perfect morning for the perfect murder.When a well-dressed man is found brutally murdered in a Suffolk village train station, the police - certain that they 'have their man' - move confidently to arrest his murderer. But a shrewd and fiercely independent local woman, Winifred Smy, isn't convinced and - as further fatalities follow - pursues the trail of clues that leads her to the real killer.Killing Time in Kenton is the first in a series of novellas. The author, Michael Heath, creates a compelling story that introduces the reader to the intriguing Winifred Smy. Defiant and with a mysterious past, she pursues her prey with a steely tenacity and sits at the centre of a cadre of convincing characters: the recently arrived inspector, Herbert Tranmer; an amoral news reporter, Nigel Manners, and a cast of Suffolk villagers whose rich, authentic dialect bring the fast-paced story to life.
Kayla is a 17 year-old girl who has a unique best friend. He has helped Kayla through many rough times. He was there when she lost a very important person in her life and when a friend of hers got into some serious trouble. What makes this best friend so unique? He's an angel. An Archangel to be exact. Archangel Michael (St. Michael): Chief of the Army of God and Patron Saint of police officers and soldiers. He's also Kayla's protector and best friend.
College rule (also known as medium ruled paper) is the most common lined paper in use in the United States. It is generally used in middle school through to college and is also popular with adults. This is a good choice for teen or adult notebooks and composition books (known as exercise books outside the US).
He's God's deadliest weapon. His firstborn son. And still he failed.Blessed with the ultimate power of Heaven, Michael shouldn't have needed his brothers to rescue him. A reality that gnaws at his very soul. And to make matters worse, they weren't the only ones to witness his defeat. But surely fate wouldn't be so cruel as to introduce him to his intended mate on the day of his greatest failure, would it?Greyson, Prince of the Fae, knew the instant he met Michael that the archangel was his true soul. And yet, months later, Grey's still waiting for the man to acknowledge the truth. To quiet the unrelenting need that burns beneath Grey's flesh. But how can he convince a warrior that love and duty don't have to be exclusive?Left with few options, Grey asks Michael to give him one night. No expectations. No promises. Just the two of them. Together. A moment Grey knows will have to last a lifetime-until his life is threatened.Michael might not be ready to acknowledge Greyson's his mate, but he'll be damned if he fails the only man he'll ever love. He won't let Greyson down, even if it means his only course of action is a fall from grace.
