![]() ![]() Also the god of music and poetry, archery, healing, plague, and–most importantly in this particular book–prophecy. God of the sun, complete with sweet chariot, and twin to Artemis. How did I get this book: Review copy from the publisher Stand alone or series: Book 1 in the Trials of Apollo series ![]() an enclave of modern demigods known as Camp Half-Blood. Apollo needs help, and he can think of only one place to go. Now, without his godly powers, the four-thousand-year-old deity must learn to survive in the modern world until he can somehow find a way to regain Zeus’s favour.īut Apollo has many enemies – gods, monsters and mortals who would love to see the former Olympian permanently destroyed. Weak and disorientated, he lands in New York City as a regular teenage boy. Genre: Contemporary Fantasy, Middle Grade, Young Adult, Greek MythologyĪfter angering his father Zeus, the god Apollo is cast down from Olympus. Move over Percy Jackson–Apollo is in the house. ![]()
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![]() Debut author Mickelsen brings fresh twists and emotional depth to her tightly-written, compelling tale of mercantile politics, interracial conflict, and difficult choices." Effectively melding briskly-paced action with the internal struggles of both a traumatized young outcast forced into horrific deeds and the wily but honorable Talros. Her struggle to escape Caspon and avenge her family’s death becomes a race against her relentless pursuit by Talros, who, unaware that she acts under compulsion, is sworn to destroy her. As the mysterious assassin known as the Nightingale, she spreads death and terror until faced by a determined opponent of equal skill: Astin Talros, a general in service to the king. ![]() ![]() ![]() FROM PUBLISHERS WEEKLY: "In a world where most humans have a superstitious fear of the elf-like, tree-dwelling anthelai, a half-anthela girl, a rarity considered a demon by the human population, survives the brutal destruction of her home only to be enslaved by the rapacious human Guildmaster Lorcen Caspon. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() When a man gets to God it is by the most simple way of words. ![]() That is the way God speaks to us, not by visions and dreams, but by words. The Bible has been so many words to us - clouds and darkness - then al of a sudden the words become spirit and life because Jesus re-speaks them to us in a particular condition. ![]() Jesus said: "The words that I speak unto you," not the words I have spoken, "they are spirit, and they are life." After the amazing delight and liberty of realizing what Jesus Christ does, comes the impenetrable darkness of realizing Who He is. The people who are flippant and familiar are those who have never yet been introduced to Jesus Christ. If we have never had the experience of taking our commonplace religious shoes off our commonplace religious feet, and getting rid of al the undue familiarity with which we approach God, it is questionable whether we have ever stood in His presence. The only possibility of understanding the teaching of Jesus is by the light of the Spirit of God on the inside. When we come into close contact with the teachings of Jesus Christ we have our first insight into this aspect of things. But when you are baptized with the Holy Ghost, you find "clouds and darkness are round about Him." You’ll find 365 thought-provoking meditations, in a classic-language, hardcover edition, that will challenge. The golden book of Oswald Chambers has sold more than 13 million copies, and has helped to ignite countless individuals’ faith. "Clouds and darkness are round about Him." Psalm 97:2Ī man who has not been born of the Spirit of God Wil tel you that the teachings of Jesus are simple. The beloved devotional My Utmost for His Highest has challenged, encouraged, and moved people to think more deeply about their relationship with the Lord. Clouds And Darkness | Daily Devotional by Oswald Chambers ![]() ![]() ![]() Captive Hearts series: The Captive (Book 1) The Traitor (Book 2) The Laird (Book 3) "Burrowes delivers powerful and moving romance." - RT Book Reviews Praise for The MacGregor's Lady : "Consistently excellent writing, deep and layered stories." - Publishers Weekly "Engaging, deliciously sensual, superbly written romance." - Library Journal "Absolutely enchanting. The third novel in the Windham Brides Regency romance series from USA Today bestselling author Grace Burrowes features a delightful battle of wills as a. ![]() ![]() But if she trusts Michael with the truths she's been guarding, he'll have to choose between his wife and everything else he holds dear. Nonetheless, the young man who abandoned her has come home a wiser, more patient and honorable husband. Michael left her when she needed him most, and then stayed away even after the war ended. Now his most important battle will be for her heart Brenna is also hurt, bewildered, and tired of fighting for the respect of those around her. Brenna is self-sufficient, competent, confident-and furious about Michael's prolonged absence. New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Grace Burrowes delivers another passionate Regency romance… He left his bride to go to war… After years of soldiering, Michael Brodie returns to his Highland estate to find that the bride he left behind has become a stranger. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The best part about opening a meditation studio is meeting the teachers and the free, guided meditation. “Selecting a single experience would be impossible. When I realized that this type of space did not exist, I knew I wanted to make it happen.” Between drop-off, pick up and everything else that comes with being the mom of three boys I needed less than an hour to practice-I know, I'm such a New Yorker. ![]() I wanted a clean, chic place where I could learn to meditate. Most were 4 day to 6-week programs, very expensive or in time slots that did not work with my lifestyle. “I was looking for a place to learn how to meditate and the available options didn’t resonate with me. The spiritual entrepreneur shares her belief that meditation is a profoundly inspired form of travel. With the launch of Unplug Meditation fashion guru Suze Yalof Schwartz welcomes the modern meditator to a chic and calming space, where a range of classes help both the novice and the old soul find her way to her best self. The thousand-year-old practice has been shown to benefit mental and physical health by decreasing stress levels and bolstering the immune system. One sits comfortably in silence, noticing when the mind wanders and gently bringing it back to that single focus. Mindfulness meditation uses breath as a homing device. Meditation is a practice whose aim is to focus the mind on the here and now. ![]() ![]() ![]() I’ve not read any of the previous books, but when Jenni offered me the chance to review this one, I jumped in anyway, because I love her characters. Redeeming Her Viking Warrior is the fourth book in the Sons of Sigurd series, in which five different authors tell the stories of a set of Viking brothers after the murder of their father and other members of their family. All opinions my own.Ĭontent warnings: Violence injury and healing discussion of past murder, including the murder of a pregnant woman. Ownership: E-ARC sent free of charge by the author. Redeeming Her Viking Warrior is my first Viking read, but I jumped in with both feet because I love the author, and it didn’t disappoint!īook: Redeeming Her Viking Warrior by Jenni Fletcher ![]() Though I read a lot of historical romance, I tend to stick mostly to the 19th century. ![]() ![]() ![]() The Hungarians got rid of that in 1972, but until Monday the 165 miles of fencing along the border with Austria had 16 volts of electricity running through it. This part of the world used to be a minefield. Onlookers swiped discarded segments of rusting barbed wire as a memento of the way the world used to be. ![]() The Iron Curtain lay in shreds in the mud on the flat, windswept plain just outside this small border town on the main road to Vienna from Budapest. As they progressed along three miles of the Austro-Hungarian frontier, they left behind them the detritus of 40 years of Cold War. The soldiers worked on, like suburban gardeners with their secateurs, tree-loppers and protective gloves. Their boss, Colonel Balazs Novaki, had one explanation for the grins: ‘It makes Hungarians feel better that we have no old-fashioned borders with the West.’ Grinning from ear to ear, they were relishing yesterday’s assignment, not even halting for a smoke. Read more Eyewitness: Hungary turns the Iron Curtain into scrapĪnkle-deep in mud, and exposed to the biting wind and rain, the seven Hungarian soldiers did not seem to mind. ![]() ![]() ![]() She also shares ‘Dead Ends’ and her findings on her FB page and Twitter. Suzie keeps and active website/blog which is regularly updated with her new research. After researching the topic for her undergraduate dissertation, she became transfixed, and has been researching this macabre topic since 2005. ![]() Suzie’s first book is based on her true passion of researching macabre historic events, most specifically body snatching. She has now started in a new career in crime scene science. ![]() Since leaving the heritage sector behind in 2014, she lived in New Zealand for 5 years before returning back to the UK. Suzie Lennox is based in North Yorkshire and is a qualified archivist. ![]() ![]() This beautifully designed divination set contains everything you will need to explore this mysterious realm, including:Ī complete deck of 66 radiant cards by Brian Froudįeaturing goblins, moon dancers, pixies, bogarts, and other faery folk we first met in Good Faeries/Bad FaeriesĪ 208-page illustrated book with text by Jessica Macbeth, which will show you how to read the cards of The Faeries' Oracle, with particular instruction on personally connecting to and communicating with the faeries. ![]() ![]() The Faeries' Oracle calls on sylphs, pans, gnomes-and, of course, faeries-to lead you to a delightful journey of adventure, discovery, and enlightenment that will illuminate the future and heal the heart and soul. Using the enchanted art of Brian Froud as your guide, enter into the wise and wonderful world of the faeries. Heart of the faerie oracle Etsy Check out our heart of the faerie oracle selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our spirituality & religion shops. Working with the Faeries to Find Insight, Wisdom, and Joy ![]() ![]() Fantasy readers, particularly those who love ghosts, will hungrily devour this novel. Much of the book’s white-knuckled tension comes from the increasingly horrific flashbacks revealing Alex’s past, which is still very present in her mind. While other characters refuse to admit what’s happening, too insulated by their own privilege or distracted by banal needs such as funding, Bardugo gives Alex a thoroughly engaging mix of rough edge, courage, and cynicism, all of which are required to get things done. ![]() Alex is the story’s gritty, rock-solid heart. ![]() When a young woman is killed, Alex becomes determined to find the murderer, even if it means dodging attempts on her life and striking eldritch bargains. As she struggles to adjust to college life, she’s forced to confront evil powers swirling under the thin veneers of tradition and ritual. ![]() ![]() Galaxy “Alex” Stern’s early life was wrecked by her unusual ability to see “Grays”-earthbound ghosts-but that same ability gains her admission into one of the magic-based houses at Yale. Bardugo’s excellent first fantasy novel for adults (following her highly regarded Six of Crows and Shadow and Bone YA series) introduces an antihero who is just the right person to take on rising dangers in an elitist society. 24 likes, 4 comments - Sal :) (bookishsal) on Instagram: ' Ninth House (Leigh Bardugo) Review (Re-read) (Spoiler free) Check triggers befor. ![]() |