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As young adults, John and Kara—father and daughter—had much in common. Avid sports lovers. Life of the party. Abiding faith in God. And a diagnosis that blindsided and benched them: aggressive, terminal cancer. John and Kara battled their diseases with cutting-edge medical treatments. Both had countless prayers lifted on their behalf. Both believed in a powerful, loving God who could heal. Yet one lived and one died. How can we accept both endings as from the hand of God? Did one person have greater favor? Deeper faith?

This is a collection of 14 works of biblical apocrypha for students of lost Christian writings. The Apocrypha are a loosely knit series of books, written by early vanguards of Christianity (covering the eras of both the old and new testaments), which comprise somewhere between about a dozen to several hundred titles, depending on whom you ask and how that person defines the word Apocrypha. A small selection of these can still be found included in the Catholic bible, while a majority of the books in question, were abandoned by church officials in the early centuries of Christianity.

Readers are invited to start the morning off right with #1 New York Times bestselling author Joyce Meyer's devotions for each day of the year...

Während eines Blizzards kommt die hochschwangere Tegan von der Straße ab. Nach dem Unfall wird sie mit einem gebrochenen Knöchel aus ihrem Wagen gezogen. Er bringt sie in sein Haus, das abgelegen im Wald liegt. Abgeschnitten von der Stromversorgung kümmern sich die beiden um Tegan. Doch als aus Stunden Tage werden, begreift Tegan, dass ihre Retter sie nicht gehen lassen werden, bis sie das von ihr bekommen, was sie sich so sehr wünschen.

Die sehnsüchtig erwartete Fortsetzung von »Fourth Wing« und »Iron Flame« Bist du bereit, der Dunkelheit zu trotzen? Nach fast achtzehn Monaten am Basgiath War College weiß Violet, dass die Zeit für theoretische Übungen vorbei ist. Die Zeit für Unsicherheit ist vorbei. Denn der Krieg hat...

The unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Amanda Hodgkinson's heartbreaking novel about wartime secrets, 22 Britannia Road. Read by the actress Sandra Duncan. War changes us all, and sometimes we no longer recognise ourselves... 'Housekeeper or housewife?' the soldier asks Silvana as she...

In 1969, John Julius Norwich, the legendary popular historian, gathered together the favourite things he'd come across in the last 365 days into one short charming pamphlet. Initially just a treat for his friends, it rapidly turned into a huge word-of-mouth success. And soon the arrival of John Julius Norwich's latest 'Christmas Cracker' became as essential a part of the English Christmas experience as holly and mistletoe. Norwich had a brilliant eye for a story and telling detail, and his Crackers are full of jokes, warmth and wit. 

Faites la connaissance de l'anticonformiste et intransigeante Elizabeth Zott. Votre capacité à tout changer commence ici et maintenant. Elizabeth Zott n'est pas une femme ordinaire. Elle serait d'ailleurs la première à faire remarquer qu'il n'en existe pas. Nous sommes au début des années 1960 et, à l'Institut de recherche Hastings où elle est chimiste, les hommes ont une vision très peu scientifique de l'égalité.

Von der internationalen Bestseller-Autorin von Daisy Jones & The Six und Die Sieben Männer der Evelyn Hugo Zwei Leben, zwei Lieben, eine Entscheidung. Was wäre wenn? Als Hannah in einer Bar in Los Angeles auf ihre Jugendliebe trifft, weiß sie noch nicht, dass die Entscheidung, die sie an...

In Rise Like Lions, Booker Prize winning writer Ben Okri has compiled a collection of poems that celebrate the many voices of politics, from polemics and rallying cries to lyrics and meditations. Many of these poems have resonated with readers over lifetimes and through generations, from William Blake to Marvin Gaye. In exploring the impact political poems have on ideas, vision, protest, change and truth, Okri demonstrates how the need for this strand of poetry is as great as it has ever been, and its inspiration just as powerful. 

After learning her past and seeing the terrible tragic history of her kind, Eleanor must conclude she is toxic, a cause of pain and destruction. For everyone’s own good, she will disappear forever. But first, one last visit to Jamesford. Eleanor returns to find the little Wyoming town mourning for its lost child. The unremarkable girl, who in life wanted only to be ignored, is a celebrity in death, a tourist attraction, a legend. A mystery. But not everyone thinks Eleanor is dead. While some wait in hope for her return, others wait in ambush.

20 Advanced Short Stories in Italian is designed for learners at the B2-C1 level who want to boost their listening comprehension, expand vocabulary, and enjoy rich, engaging narratives. Each story offers a unique glimpse into Italian life, culture, and emotion—perfect for advanced students ready to take the next step.

Seventy-one and a man used to controlling those around him, Saul finds himself slipping into what he describes as his slow dance with death. His ramblings, humor, emotions, lucid moments, and confusion are laid bare as well as the thoughts and feelings of his loved ones: his wife, Monique, conflicted and depressed, caring yet angry; his daughter, Florence, compassionate yet proper and reserved; his son, Joey, self-centered and narcissistic, seemingly indifferent to his family's challenges.

Gary, die Schlange, ist nach Zoomania gezogen, nachdem er den Detektiven Judy und Nick geholfen hat, einen wichtigen Fall aufzuklären. Jetzt will er die verschiedenen Stadtteile erkunden und all das ausprobieren, was man in seiner – und der neuen Heimatstadt aller Reptilien – erleben kann.

Black women are at higher risk of developing postnatal depression but are the least likely to be identified as depressed. Sharing the voices of other mothers, Sandra examines how culture, racism, stigma and a lack of trust in services prevent women getting the help they need. Breaking open the conversation on motherhood, race, and mental health, she demands that Black women are listened to, believed and understood. 

En el segundo capítulo de "Valora" los protagonistas se encuentran en una encrucijada, debatiéndose entre hacer lo correcto o renunciar a la ética con tal de alimentar a su ego a cualquier precio. ¿Lograrán entre todos reconducir la situación y hacer que el tenis vuelva a ser un deporte noble y libre de presión?

Auf dem Wochenmarkt in Newton treffen Pater Brown und Hercule Flambeau die völlig aufgelöste Mrs. Flores. Sie erzählt den beiden, dass sie am Morgen ihren Nachbarn James Wheeler erstochen in seinem Garten aufgefunden hat. Das Ehepaar Wheeler galt im Dorf als das Traumpaar schlechthin, doch nun deutet alles darauf hin, dass es schon seit längerer Zeit in der Ehe der Wheelers gekriselt hat. Und schon bald muss sich Pater Brown mit der Frage beschäftigen, ob Mrs.

In Sonnenpass kämpfen Tib, Amon und Saphira verzweifelt gegen die drohende Ewignacht. Gargula und ihre finsteren Schergen stehen kurz davor, ihre bösartigen Pläne zu verwirklichen und die Sonne für immer zu verdunkeln. Um die Stadt und ihre Bewohner zu retten, muss Tib einen gefährlichen Weg beschreiten: Er setzt nicht nur seine Kräfte, sondern auch sein Blut ein, um einen uralten Zauber zu wirken. Während die Finsternis immer näher rückt, wächst die Gefahr mit jedem Opfer. Der letzte Kampf um das Licht beginnt, und es gibt keinen Weg zurück.

"I have something to confide in you. I think my husband, Dave, might be having an affair. I found an earring in his pocket, and it's not mine. I'm also worried because some jewelry was recently stolen from an old woman - and Dave used to visit her a lot. You see, he's a pastor. And a good man. I can't believe he's guilty of anything, but why won't he tell me where he's been when he comes home so late?"

Every woman lives by a code, whether she realizes it or not. It informs how she treats others and herself, how much she expects of herself, and how far she is willing to go in order to find success. But is the code we're living by truly helping us create the lives of purpose and fulfillment we desire? Or are we sacrificing the deeper things for mere achievement?