Domenica 'Don Dom' Romero never had a normal life. She always seemed to get sucked into the world of tragedies and terrors. She knows her life isn't normal, being dragged into the Mafia world at 9, learning how to shoot and aim at 10, learning how to chuck various different knives at 12, and at 14, learning how to decrypt a firewall built higher than the CIA could ever try. She had a great hook and an excellent roundhouse. She is the definition of 'silent, but violent.' She moves all the way from her former birthplace; England to America to place she hates with all of her life.
Joshua didn't know anyone who worked harder than the honeybee. As he sat in his grandpa's garden watching this small creature float from flower to flower, his sister Ariana remembered a story -- one that would lead them both on a big adventure. The story was one of a honeybee and a fly. The two lived different lives, and by the looks of it, the fly had it made. While the honeybee worked, the fly relaxed -- eating stolen food and sleeping in others' homes. The fly made fun of how hard the honeybee worked and constantly tried to get the bee to try out her lazy lifestyle. Everything changed one day when the fly's actions left her vulnerable and in serious danger. The hardworking honeybee had to come to her rescue. In the end, Joshua and Ariana learned that true freedom only comes from hard work -- a lesson they carried with them for the rest of their lives.
As a background to this study of the Arians and Vandals in North Africa, and their impact on the Catholic Church, three books have been written recently by John Martyn, investigating the same period (late sixth century) and the same country. They are, firstly, Pope Gregory's Letters (published with commentary and translation by P.I.M.S, three vols, 2, 2004); see introduction pp 32-42 and epp 1.74, 2.36 and 11.7, and for the Manichean heresy, see epp 2.31, 5.7 and 6.14. Next, the Life of Saint Gregory, bishop of Agrigento (published with his commentary and translation by Edwin Mellen, 2004), is set in North Africa in chapters 7-30, and also covers the main schisms of that time. Finally, in a book on Saint Leander, Archbishop of Seville, soon to be published by Lexington Books, in Maryland, he shows that Leander's parents and baby sister were forced to flee from their home in Cartagena to Carthage, from where the Vandals had recently been expelled. Note also his review of L'Afrique Vandale et Byzantine: Ie Partie,' Paris, 2002, which was published in Parergon, 21,1,2004, pp 155-157, and involved a study of the same schisms, history and archaeology of North Africa.
Venture into the caves of the Pajoli to rescue Obishaa, ward to the Lightbringer Derilion. Every decision could lead one step closer to victory or death. Fight fierce monsters, trade with unscrupulous merchants and help the entrapped to ensure freedom. Cult of the Pajoli is book one in the Arcane Rites saga, where you control every action of Derilion the Lightbringer. With nothing but her wits, her weapons and her flaming shield, navigate the caves and outwit the foes to rescue Obishaa and live to fight another day.
Venture into the caves of the Pajoli to rescue Obishaa, ward to the Lightbringer Derilion. Every decision could lead one step closer to victory or death. Fight fierce monsters, trade with unscrupulous merchants and help the entrapped to ensure freedom. Cult of the Pajoli is book one in the Arcane Rites saga, where you control every action of Derilion the Lightbringer. With nothing but her wits, her weapons and her flaming shield, navigate the caves and outwit the foes to rescue Obishaa and live to fight another day.
He thought he had to choose between duty and desire. But what if he could have both?In an alternate Victorian London where magic reigns supreme, Duke Evander Ravenwood hides a dangerous secret - he is an Archmage of unparalleled power. When a brutal murder throws him into the path of Viggo Stonewall, the notorious leader of the underground information guild Nightshade, Evander's carefully constructed world begins to unravel.Forced into an unlikely alliance, Evander and Viggo find themselves drawn into a web of conspiracy that threatens the very fabric of their society. With tensions rising between the magical elite and the oppressed thralls, they must navigate a treacherous landscape of politics, prejudice, and forbidden desire to find a common enemy.But in a world where magic divides the haves from the have-nots, their growing attraction could be their greatest weakness - or their most powerful weapon. Can Evander and Viggo's burgeoning relationship withstand the storms to come? Or will the shadows of the past and the dangers of the present tear them apart?Arcane Entanglement is a spellbinding tale of magic, mystery, and romance that will captivate readers from the first page to the last. Perfect for fans of historical fantasy and LGBT romance, this first instalment in The Mage and His Brute series promises an unforgettable journey through a London where love and magic intertwine in the most unexpected ways.
He thought he had to choose between duty and desire. But what if he could have both?In an alternate Victorian London where magic reigns supreme, Duke Evander Ravenwood hides a dangerous secret - he is an Archmage of unparalleled power. When a brutal murder throws him into the path of Viggo Stonewall, the notorious leader of the underground information guild Nightshade, Evander's carefully constructed world begins to unravel.Forced into an unlikely alliance, Evander and Viggo find themselves drawn into a web of conspiracy that threatens the very fabric of their society. With tensions rising between the magical elite and the oppressed thralls, they must navigate a treacherous landscape of politics, prejudice, and forbidden desire to find a common enemy.But in a world where magic divides the haves from the have-nots, their growing attraction could be their greatest weakness - or their most powerful weapon. Can Evander and Viggo's burgeoning relationship withstand the storms to come? Or will the shadows of the past and the dangers of the present tear them apart?Arcane Entanglement is a spellbinding tale of magic, mystery, and romance that will captivate readers from the first page to the last. Perfect for fans of historical fantasy and LGBT romance, this first instalment in The Mage and His Brute series promises an unforgettable journey through a London where love and magic intertwine in the most unexpected ways.
The Michael Marks International Greek Bicentennial Poetry Prizes celebrate 200 years since the beginning of the Modern Greek State. Hundreds of international poets and illustrators submitted portfolios of new work, responding to the culture and history of the Greeks. This winners' pamphlet, Ariadne, is the culmination of the prizes. It contains the winning sequence of poems, Ariadne, by Fiona Benson, and a separate portfolio of illustrations, by Judith Eyal.
Ariana Grande has ruled the global stage for over a decade, as a vocal powerhouse and a magnetic presence that never ceases to capture worldwide love and admiration. Dive into this must-have, beautifully illustrated book chronicling Ariana’s extraordinary journey from her early days on Victorious to her rise as one of the most influential artists of her generation. A versatile talent, she has seamlessly bridged television, music, and film. Since the success of her debut release Yours Truly (2013), Ariana has continually evolved, connecting with her fan base through chart-topping albums like Dangerous Woman (2016), Sweetener (2018) and Thank U, Next (2019). Her latest album, Eternal Sunshine (2024), simply confirms her status as one of the music industry’s most treasured artists. At just 30, she has earned multiple Grammy Awards and countless Billboard hits, and her influence now extends far beyond music—her portrayal of Glinda in Wicked (2024) has taken social media by storm, bringing a fresh wave of excitement and adoration to the musical. This book uncovers the stories behind Ariana’s iconic songs, unforgettable performances, and her rise to superstardom from Boca Raton. It also explores her ever-evolving style— from her signature high ponytail and bold street fashion to her whimsical Wicked looks. What better way to celebrate all things Ariana than through this visual journey packed with striking illustrations and intimate insights!
A secret past. A forbidden power. Someone's got some serious explaining to do.After her secretive father dies, Elspeth Quarrie embarks on a quest across the world to discover her unknown Scottish heritage.Landing in Edinburgh, she doesn't count on her first day being full of creepy graveyards, several attempted abductions, and nightmarish creatures hiding behind human faces.When fate catches up with her, a mysterious stranger by the name of Raurich 'Rory' Mackenzie is there to help - only Elspeth does the saving, blasting their attacker with magic she didn't know she had. Then, as shock sets in, Rory reveals she's a Druid - an elemental supernatural being with the power to distort the very fabric of nature.Desperate for answers, Elspeth follows Rory into an exciting hidden world where myth is reality and dreams are within reach...but not everything is as magical as it seems.The Druids are being hunted by the Chimera, a dark sect of Fae warriors who desire power above all else.And Elspeth may have just blown their cover.Arcane Rising is the first book of The Darkland Druids, a mystical Urban Fantasy series set in modern day Scotland.A woman with no living relatives travels from Australia to the other side of the world to find out the truth of who she is...only to land in the middle of a prophecy of destruction. Druids, Witches, Fae, and shapeshifters abound in this thrilling magical adventure
A prophecy of doom. A destiny she cannot escape. When the black sun rises, death will choose the hand of fate.The real Elspeth Quarrie has awoken, and with her comes a prophecy of extinction.Her dark Fae power, known as the black sun, will destroy everyone she's come to care about...unless she can rewrite a destiny given to her before she was even born.But thwarting the threads of fate was never going to be that easy.Now her spirit has awoken, Elspeth finds herself hunted by the ruthless Chimera - the dark sect of Fae warriors who are desperate to use her powers for evil. She knows its only a matter of time before she's forced to fight. . . and when she does, she risks triggering the prophecy and destroying everyone she cares about.Elspeth is determined to master her abilities before the Chimera find her. . . but is it already too late?To find out, Elspeth will have to go to war.Or risk the black sun rising.Arcane Spirit is the second book of The Darkland Druids, a mystical Urban Fantasy series set in modern day Scotland.A lost woman tied to a prophecy of death may be the Druids only chance at finally finding peace in Scotland. . . or the key to giving the forces of evil the power they need to rule over everything. Druids and Fae go head to head in this gripping fantasy saga
When the black sun rises...nothing is as it seems.The one place Elspeth Odhweine thought she'd find herself, another world wasn't it.As an honoured guest of the Fae court, she finds herself in the middle of a deadly game of political tug of war. She alone holds the fate of an entire race of magical people in her hands and she will either unite them, or send them to their deaths.When they receive a lead on their illusive enemy, the Chimera, Elspeth and her friends embark on a treacherous journey to the top of the world in search for answers. She knows she must unravel the truth of her mother's heritage before all she's fought for turns to dust. Trekking across a glacier seems a small thing to do to find the answers she needs to stop the prophecy coming true.But in the ice and snow lies a truth more deadly than they ever thought possible.For in the heart of the mountain, death awaits the hand of fate.Arcane Revenant is the FINAL book of The Darkland Druids, a mystical Urban Fantasy series set in the spellbinding world of the Fae.A powerful woman, who is the embodiment of death, travels to another world in order to save it...from herself. Can she stop a devastating war from sweeping across a magical land? Find out in this gripping fantasy saga
Witches guard the way. The Fae hold all the secrets. And a woman from another world has three days to stop a devastating war...Elspeth Quarrie has embraced her powers and her new name, Odhweine, and defeated the greatest threat the Druids have ever faced.They are safe for now, but the fanatical Chimera are destined to return as long as Elspeth's prophecy holds power. The only way to ensure her new family's safety, is to travel to another world and end the threat once and for all.To reach the Fae Realm, Elspeth and Rory need to win over the Witches, and once they do, they need to win over the illusive Fae Queen. It isn't easy being a harbinger of death, especially when all Elspeth wants is to save the world...from herself.But when the portal takes her somewhere unexpected, Elspeth finds herself in the fight of her life.For the end of all things will begin in Un Alari...unless she can stop it.Arcane Mythos is the third book of The Darkland Druids, a mystical Urban Fantasy series set in modern day Scotland, Ireland, and the spellbinding world of the Fae.A powerful woman, who is the embodiment of death, travels to another world in order to save it...from herself. Can she stop a devastating war from sweeping across a magical land? Find out in this gripping fantasy saga
The poems in Ariadne/Dark Dark Shine are, as the starting poem says, "a lost/found/&repeat narration. The arcing-thread--a-whip/lifeline/way/the-magical-gift-given/odd-bit--discovered in an old sewing basket. (Who sews nowadays?) No enchanted sword or mirror--how much braver to pocket the spool of thread, head out, put your finger to a pulse and count. A puzzle sometimes, which simple thing reveals a boon." The question posed, "labyrinth or circle?."
