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Following their terrifying ordeal as hostages of domestic terrorists, NYPD Detective Gemma Capello is back in the negotiator chair, while Detective Sean Logan, healed from injuries sustained saving Gemma's life, has resumed leading an A-Team tactical unit--just in time for their next challenge . . . perfect for fans of James Patterson and David Baldacci.

It's New Year's Eve, Manhattan is alight with celebration, and Gemma and Logan are hoping for a relatively normal night amid the revelry. But that hope is shattered by a 911 text from a luxury yacht somewhere in busy New York Harbor. Below deck, a college student working aboard is hiding from a hostage taker. The student reports that the crew was ordered to join the guests. Gunshots followed.

The yacht party, hosted by billionaire venture capitalist Lucas Horner, includes local government officials and some of the city's wealthiest, most influential people. Gemma and her team hypothesize that Horner, an infamously arrogant hustler, has burned someone financially--someone who now wants revenge.

Once the Aviation Unit identifies the yacht and its location, Logan and his team are transported through the brutal winter waters toward Liberty Island. Gemma finally connects with the hostage taker and learns of a cryptocurrency ransom demand--and a chilling execution plan if it's not fulfilled by midnight. But Horner is refusing to pay. And Gemma senses things aren't adding up--because beneath the unnerving scenario lies an even more twisted plan, layers of deceit--and a captor with nothing to lose . . .

"Ways of Telling isn't like any other book. Is it social reportage, the eye at the keyhole, the ear at the door? It is its own thing."--Margaret Atwood

"Fractured, haunting, intimate and totally original, Ways of Telling knocked the breath out of me. It's dangerously exact, wilfully ambitious, wild in its scope and perfect in its precision." --Olivia Laing

From the author of the UK bestseller Bertie, May & Mrs Fish comes an extraordinary new collection of unforgettable stories. As a bystander at Princess Diana's funeral, a fan at a James Brown concert, a passenger on a Welsh bus and a patient in a hectic hospital, Xandra Bingley's vivid portraits of everyday experience remind us of the fleeting and mysterious transience of life.

"A sharp, wise and knowing eye, combined with a rare delicacy of prose -- this is unlike anything else you will have read. An absolute treat." -- Andrew Marr

This is more than just a love story.
This is a testament to a love so profound, it never goes away.

But first, things will get messy.

Caleb Drake never got over his first love. Not when he got married. Not when she got married. When life suddenly comes full circle, Caleb must decide how far he is willing to go to get the aloof and alluring Olivia Kaspen back. But for every action in life there is a consequence, and soon Caleb finds out that sometimes love comes at an unbearably high price.

All the lies. All the passion. All the heartbreak. All wrapped up in the shattering conclusion to one of the most twisted love stories of all time.

Tarryn Fisher's fan-favorite Love Me with Lies trilogy is back in all-new editions. Don't miss The Opportunist, Dirty Red, and Thief!

Looking for more captivating reads by Tarryn Fisher? Don't miss:

• The Opportunist (Love Me with Lies #1)
• Dirty Red (Love Me with Lies #2)
• Thief (Love Me with Lies #3)
• Good Half Gone
• Never Never
• An Honest Lie
• The Wrong Family

Step into the frozen heart of the Viking Age and explore a realm where giants, wolves, wyrms, and shadow-born spirits shape the fate of gods and men. This stunning volume in the acclaimed Mythical Creatures Collection unveils the most fearsome and fascinating beings of Norse and Viking mythology, brought vividly to life through immersive storytelling and breathtaking illustrations.

Discover the origins, lore, and symbolism behind legendary entities such as:

✔ Jörmungandr - The World Serpent who coils around Midgard

✔ Fenrir - The wolf destined to break the chains of fate

✔ Draugar - Undead warriors rising from icy graves

✔ Níðhöggr - The dread serpent gnawing at Yggdrasill's roots

✔ Völva's Spirit Beast - The spectral guardian of ancient seeresses

...and over 80 other creatures drawn from the Poetic Edda, sagas, and Northern folklore.

This textbook and comprehensive resource introduces students to the contexts and situations that promote the development of empathy and build cultural competence, examines the research in the areas of diversity and social justice in librarianship, explains how social responsibility is a foundational value of librarianship, and identifies potential employment and networking opportunities related to diversity and social justice in librarianship.

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Do you want to improve your health and vitality? Discover the transformational potential of the "Kidney Cleanse and Detox Cookbook"

Explore a world of delectable and nutritious dishes designed to enhance the health of your kidneys. This cookbook offers everything you need to detoxify, strengthen your kidneys, or just feel better overall.

You'll set out on a quest to revitalize your body from the inside out with simple-to-follow recipes made with healthy ingredients.

As you savor delectable foods intended to purify and refresh, bid weariness farewell and welcome renewed vitality.

Get your copy of the "Kidney Cleanse and Detox Cookbook" right now and start your journey to a happier, healthier version of yourself.

Gain the knowledge and resources you need to take control of your kidney health and live the active life you deserve.

In a moving story of love and loss, a corporate consultant leaves her life behind to care for her dying friend's children--and finds hope with the small-town coach who steps up to the plate with her.

From the author of The Art of Starting Over comes a heartfelt portrait of what it means to build a family, as a young woman navigates grief, guardianship, and the bittersweet gift of falling in love.

The only thing that could pull Antonia Bernardi away from her high-powered career is her lifelong best friend. And with two children and a cruel prognosis, Miriam Vaughn needs her now more than ever.

Antonia drops everything--her job, her relationship--to be there for the Vaughns. Playing mom to Miriam's teenage son and seven-year-old daughter is a tall order made heavier by grief. But the kids need her, and she needs them.

Then there's the boy's coach and mentor, former MLB star Weston Schmidt. He's a pillar of support, a safe space for Antonia to rest. But there's too much going on to even think about romance ... or maybe that's exactly why they should.

Adjusting to life without her best friend, Antonia leans into her new role as guardian, doing work she loves and repairing the old farmhouse Miriam cherished. Nothing can stop the world from spinning--but Antonia has every reason to keep on going.

Calling all witches! Join Marvel fan-favorites Wanda Maximoff, aka Scarlet Witch, and Agatha Harkness in this spell-binding graphic novel adventure!

Sixteen-year-old Wanda Maximoff is eager for her first day at the highly coveted magic school, the House of Harkness. A place bursting with spellbinding secrets, misfits, and mayhem, Wanda, aka Scarlet Witch, finds herself at odds with the head student and heir to the school, Agatha Harkness. When evil threatens the school, Wanda and Agatha are challenged to put their differences aside to save the day.

In a slow-burn mafia romance from New York Times bestselling author Tijan, a dangerous psychopath--and deadly crime boss--drops his defenses for the one girl he's vowed to protect.

Creighton was a dangerous crime boss with a growing empire. And he's a psychopath.

He's also obsessed with Blake.

She wanted a normal life. That meant new friends and a life without Creighton.

Except when Blake moves to New York for her senior year of college, Creighton follows because he knows that danger is close behind. He has always protected Blake, and he always will protect her, even if Blake hates how ruthless Creighton has become for her.

However, once they're in New York, the dynamics between the two begin to change. Tensions heat up, and soon their chemistry is sizzling beyond what Blake can handle.

That means that their usual back-and-forth has to change, with new rules and a new agreement.

Perhaps this negotiation could be for their happily ever after?

They'll just need to survive each other first...

Alex Ross, a thirty-year-old psychologist, enjoys the benefits of a close-knit family: her mother and aunt are twins married to two close friends, and Alex and her cousins, Rolf and Stephen, grew up as if they were siblings. When Rolf is killed in a car accident, the entire family spins into grief and chaos.

Nathaniel, a mysterious art museum curator, soon enters their lives and seems to offer solace. Frannie, Rolf's mother, becomes infatuated with the young man; Alex, who split with her long-term girlfriend in the aftermath of Rolf's death, finds herself deeply attracted to him. Only Stephen mistrusts Nathaniel-but he soon becomes consumed with the nationwide financial crisis threatening the family's stability. Will Alex choose Nathaniel over her loyalty to Stephen? Torn between competing desires, fueled by her lifelong but unexamined love of Rolf, she must turn her own training as a psychologist on herself in order to find peace amid the turmoil.

Very Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, Inspiring

Humanitarian crises are a central problem of modern history and contemporary international relations. According to United Nations estimates, 300 million people required humanitarian assistance and protection in 2024 alone, due to displacement, armed conflict, food insecurity, disasters, and the consequences of climate change. The international humanitarian system, in turn, plays a powerful role in 21st century global affairs. Since the 1990s, the aid sector has ballooned in size and influence. It is now a multi-billion-dollar industry, employing hundreds of thousands of people globally.

In a clear, accessible, and concise narrative, Humanitarianism: A Very Short Introduction explains how and why this situation came to be. In this book, historian Julia F. Irwin traces the events and trends that defined modern humanitarianism, from the eighteenth century up to the present day. It describes the origins of international humanitarian action, the development of major humanitarian organizations and movements, the evolution of international humanitarian law, and the expansion of the international humanitarian sector. It examines organized efforts to save lives, alleviate suffering, and maintain human dignity amid major conflicts, disasters, refugee crises, and other humanitarian emergencies. At the same time, Irwin shows how beliefs about race, gender, religion, and nationality have historically influenced humanitarian sentiments and actions. Attuned to the distinctions between wartime, postwar, and non-conflict situations, Irwin assesses criticisms waged against humanitarian actions and debates over the legitimacy of humanitarian interventions. This Very Short Introduction also teases out the complex relationship between humanitarianism, human rights, and international development. Finally, this book surveys diverse and competing humanitarian traditions throughout the world, placing humanitarian ideals and practices in a global context.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

¡Descubre cómo el futbolista Lionel Messi desafió las probabilidades y se convirtió en el mejor de todos los tiempos en esta inspiradora historia llena de emoción, emoción y muchísimos datos sobre Messi!

¿Cómo se convirtió un niño pequeño, tímido y obsesionado con el fútbol, además de ​padecer de una enfermedad, en una sensación goleadora, rompedora de récords y única en su generación?

Para todos los que aman el fútbol, ​​sueñan en grande y se inspiran en héroes que triunfan contra todo pronóstico, La Magia de Messi ofrece una historia emocionante y profundamente emotiva.

Con imágenes llenas de acción y detalles inéditos, este libro destaca los primeros años de Lionel "Leo" Messi y muestra cómo, incluso al enfrentarse a la pérdida, la soledad y los reveses, nunca se rindió. La resiliencia y la generosidad de Leo en su camino para convertirse en el mejor de todos los tiempos son tan inspiradoras como su deslumbrante estilo de juego. Este humilde héroe ha despertado la pasión de millones de personas, impulsando el movimiento "¡Messimanía!".

Enriquecido con estadísticas, momentos destacados de su carrera, una cronología y datos curiosos, La Magia de Messi es un regalo para los aficionados al fútbol de todas las edades.

Discover how footballer Lionel Messi defied the odds and became the G.O.A.T. in this inspiring story teeming with excitement, emotion, and Messi facts galore!

How did a small, shy, soccer-obsessed child with a serious medical condition become a goal-scoring, record-breaking, once-in-a-generation sensation?

For everyone who loves soccer, dreams big, and is inspired by heroes who triumph against the odds, Messi's Magic delivers a thrilling, deeply emotional story.

Filled with action-packed pictures and never-before-seen detail, it spotlights Lionel "Leo" Messi's early years and shows how, even when facing loss, loneliness, and setbacks, he never gave up on his goal. Leo's resilience and big-heartedness on the journey to become the G.O.A.T. are as inspiring as his dazzling style of play. This humble hero has ignited passion in millions and sparked the movement: Messi Mania!

Enriched with statistics, career highlights, a timeline, and fun facts, Messi's Magic is a gift to soccer fans of all ages.

This middle-grade Moxie centering period equity is Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret for the next generation!

Longlisted for the National Book Award

"Absolute fire." -- Book Riot

Helen and Gracie are pranking their way through middle school when a stinky stunt lands them in the front office -- again. Because nothing else has curbed their chaos, the principal orders the best friends to do the unthinkable: care about something. So they join the school's Community Action Club with plans to do as little as humanly possible.

But when Helen is caught unprepared by an early period and bleeds through her pants -- they were gold lamé! -- the girls take over the club's campaign for maxi pads in bathrooms for all students who menstruate. In the name of period equity, the two friends use everything from over-the-top baked goods to glitter gluing for change. But nothing can prepare them for a clueless school board (ew), an annoying little sister (ugh), and crushes (oh my!).

As Helen and Gracie find themselves closer to change and in deeper trouble than ever before, they must decide if they care enough to keep going . . . even if it costs them their friendship.

A funny and empowering new series from best-selling creator, Scott Stuart, about following big dreams and fulfilling your destiny ... even if you have no idea where to start!

Sapphire Sparks wants to prove she's a brave, clever monster hunter. There's just one small problem... she's not very good at it!

In fact, even though her family has been in the monster hunting business for over 200 years, they've never actually caught a monster. Can Sapphire be the first to finally catch one and join TSFTHOMWADE (the Society for the Hunting of Monsters who are DEFINITELY evil)?

But in the hunt for a monster, she may just discover that all is not as it seems. A funny and empowering new series about following big dreams and fulfilling your destiny... even if you have no idea where to start!

HE WILL FOLLOW YOU TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH.

Shortly after cruise ship the Maria Calypso embarks on its latest voyage, the passengers and crew notice someone in pursuit: An elegant figure wearing a white suit who somehow keeps pace in his rowboat.

No matter how hard the crew pushes the engines, they can't escape The Boatman ... and it isn't long before sinister and mysterious events begin to unfold on the Maria Calypso.

What will it cost to learn the true nature of the man who hunts them--and will the price to keep on living prove to be too dear?

Dive into summer fun with the second volume of this graphic novel romance from Webtoon. It's perfect for fans of True Beauty and Pumpkinheads!

Amidst the chaos of her parents' bitter divorce, Alaskan teenager Waverly Lyons trades in her textbooks and parka for a summer of suntans and short-shorts with her aunt in Florida. After a few weeks of dipping her toes into these new waters, she's actually starting to feel like she's found her people. And now that she's taken a few swimming lessons with Blake -- the super-tan, super-hot, super-arrogant lifeguard next door -- their relationship starts to turn into a romantic one. What will Waverly do with summer almost at an end? And what tragic events of his past led Blake to want to teach her?

The second volume of this slice-of-life YA romance is illustrated in an anime-inspired style that readers will love. What are you waiting for? Dive in!