Author: Laura Benedict
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1681772787
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 302
Book Description
Three women. A cursed house. Generations of lives at stake. The third novel in the acclaimed Bliss House series reveals the secret that started it all. There is no bliss to be found in Bliss House. In Old Gate, Virginia, stands a grand house built by Randolph Bliss, a charming New York carpetbagger who, in 1878, shook off dire warnings to build his home elsewhere. For the ground beneath Bliss House is tainted with the kind of tragedy that curses generations, seeping through the foundation and sowing madness in its wake. His first and second wives, and his young Japanese mistress, Kiku, bear witness to Randolph’s growing insanity with stories of his cruel manipulations and their desperate struggles to find happiness for themselves and their children. Their desire to live and love and even take revenge also fills the house, triumphing even over death. Spanning half a century, The Abandoned Heart is the prequel to Charlotte’s Story and Bliss House, forming a trilogy of southern Gothic novels in which one haunted house begets haunted lives that echo over centuries. A haunting so powerful that even Bliss House’s destruction cannot kill it.
The Abandoned Heart
Author: Laura Benedict
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1681772787
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 302
Book Description
Three women. A cursed house. Generations of lives at stake. The third novel in the acclaimed Bliss House series reveals the secret that started it all. There is no bliss to be found in Bliss House. In Old Gate, Virginia, stands a grand house built by Randolph Bliss, a charming New York carpetbagger who, in 1878, shook off dire warnings to build his home elsewhere. For the ground beneath Bliss House is tainted with the kind of tragedy that curses generations, seeping through the foundation and sowing madness in its wake. His first and second wives, and his young Japanese mistress, Kiku, bear witness to Randolph’s growing insanity with stories of his cruel manipulations and their desperate struggles to find happiness for themselves and their children. Their desire to live and love and even take revenge also fills the house, triumphing even over death. Spanning half a century, The Abandoned Heart is the prequel to Charlotte’s Story and Bliss House, forming a trilogy of southern Gothic novels in which one haunted house begets haunted lives that echo over centuries. A haunting so powerful that even Bliss House’s destruction cannot kill it.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1681772787
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 302
Book Description
Three women. A cursed house. Generations of lives at stake. The third novel in the acclaimed Bliss House series reveals the secret that started it all. There is no bliss to be found in Bliss House. In Old Gate, Virginia, stands a grand house built by Randolph Bliss, a charming New York carpetbagger who, in 1878, shook off dire warnings to build his home elsewhere. For the ground beneath Bliss House is tainted with the kind of tragedy that curses generations, seeping through the foundation and sowing madness in its wake. His first and second wives, and his young Japanese mistress, Kiku, bear witness to Randolph’s growing insanity with stories of his cruel manipulations and their desperate struggles to find happiness for themselves and their children. Their desire to live and love and even take revenge also fills the house, triumphing even over death. Spanning half a century, The Abandoned Heart is the prequel to Charlotte’s Story and Bliss House, forming a trilogy of southern Gothic novels in which one haunted house begets haunted lives that echo over centuries. A haunting so powerful that even Bliss House’s destruction cannot kill it.
Abandoned Heart
Author: Richard Parrish
Publisher: Onyx Books
ISBN: 9780451406934
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 436
Book Description
Separated schoolteacher Kate starts a new life in Arizona with daughter Jennifer, 3. She also offers a room to a girl in need, Donna, 16, an ex-prostitute. One day two men sent by Donna's pimp rape both girls and Jennifer becomes HIV-positive. When the rapist goes free, Kate takes the law into her own hands.
Publisher: Onyx Books
ISBN: 9780451406934
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 436
Book Description
Separated schoolteacher Kate starts a new life in Arizona with daughter Jennifer, 3. She also offers a room to a girl in need, Donna, 16, an ex-prostitute. One day two men sent by Donna's pimp rape both girls and Jennifer becomes HIV-positive. When the rapist goes free, Kate takes the law into her own hands.
Abandoned Hearts Unveiled
Author: MIMMIE
Publisher: Mirriam Kangwa Salati-Oppong
ISBN:
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 77
Book Description
"Abandoned Heart" unveils the tender complexities of love's departure through the lens of Isabella's journey. As the vibrant tapestry of affection unravels, Isabella finds herself standing amidst the remnants of what once was. The narrative weaves a melancholic melody, each chapter resonating with the echoes of an abandoned heart, tenderly exploring the hues of heartache, solitude, and the indomitable spirit that rises from the ashes of despair. Isabella's emotional landscape becomes a canvas, painted with the raw strokes of longing and the poignant beauty that arises from the ruins of love. As readers traverse through the corridors of her solitude, they witness the interplay of shadows and light, joy and sorrow, resilience and vulnerability. "Abandoned Heart" is more than a story—it's a shared exploration of the human condition, an intimate dialogue with the universal language of love and loss. Through Isabella's odyssey, the narrative extends an invitation to reflect on the echoes of our own abandoned hearts and the transformative power that lies within the journey of healing. In the delicate balance between despair and hope, this tale stands as a testament to the enduring strength that emerges when a heart, once abandoned, discovers its capacity to beat anew. As you turn these pages, immerse yourself in a symphony of emotions, where the universal song of an abandoned heart becomes a poignant ode to the human spirit.
Publisher: Mirriam Kangwa Salati-Oppong
ISBN:
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 77
Book Description
"Abandoned Heart" unveils the tender complexities of love's departure through the lens of Isabella's journey. As the vibrant tapestry of affection unravels, Isabella finds herself standing amidst the remnants of what once was. The narrative weaves a melancholic melody, each chapter resonating with the echoes of an abandoned heart, tenderly exploring the hues of heartache, solitude, and the indomitable spirit that rises from the ashes of despair. Isabella's emotional landscape becomes a canvas, painted with the raw strokes of longing and the poignant beauty that arises from the ruins of love. As readers traverse through the corridors of her solitude, they witness the interplay of shadows and light, joy and sorrow, resilience and vulnerability. "Abandoned Heart" is more than a story—it's a shared exploration of the human condition, an intimate dialogue with the universal language of love and loss. Through Isabella's odyssey, the narrative extends an invitation to reflect on the echoes of our own abandoned hearts and the transformative power that lies within the journey of healing. In the delicate balance between despair and hope, this tale stands as a testament to the enduring strength that emerges when a heart, once abandoned, discovers its capacity to beat anew. As you turn these pages, immerse yourself in a symphony of emotions, where the universal song of an abandoned heart becomes a poignant ode to the human spirit.
Healing the Orphaned Heart
Author: Casey Treat
Publisher: Destiny Image Publishers
ISBN: 1680310356
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 147
Book Description
Do you sometimes feel as though you can't handle the ongoing problems anymore? The distant spouse. The rebellious child. The needy parent. The overloaded schedule. The lack of money. And does the compounding of these situations sometimes leave you feeling bitter, confused, defensive and wondering why all these things just seem to keep...
Publisher: Destiny Image Publishers
ISBN: 1680310356
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 147
Book Description
Do you sometimes feel as though you can't handle the ongoing problems anymore? The distant spouse. The rebellious child. The needy parent. The overloaded schedule. The lack of money. And does the compounding of these situations sometimes leave you feeling bitter, confused, defensive and wondering why all these things just seem to keep...
Abandoned Alabama
Author: Leland Kent
Publisher: America Through Time
ISBN: 9781634993562
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Abandoned photography captures the beauty in urban ruins left behind, giving the viewer an exhilarating look at our past. With over 200 years of history, there is no shortage of fascinating abandoned places across Alabama. In Abandoned Alabama: Exploring the Heart of Dixie, photographer and historian Leland Kent showcases eleven of his favorite abandoned locations from across the state. Among the locations are several forgotten historic homes, plus a one-of-a-kind mid-century masterpiece built by a famous architect. Discover the incredible history behind one of Alabama's oldest and most historic abandoned sites, Searcy Hospital, which has been closed since 2012. Each chapter gives a detailed narrative about these breathtaking places accompanied by stunning imagery. You can find more of Leland's work at www.abandonedsoutheast.com.
Publisher: America Through Time
ISBN: 9781634993562
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Abandoned photography captures the beauty in urban ruins left behind, giving the viewer an exhilarating look at our past. With over 200 years of history, there is no shortage of fascinating abandoned places across Alabama. In Abandoned Alabama: Exploring the Heart of Dixie, photographer and historian Leland Kent showcases eleven of his favorite abandoned locations from across the state. Among the locations are several forgotten historic homes, plus a one-of-a-kind mid-century masterpiece built by a famous architect. Discover the incredible history behind one of Alabama's oldest and most historic abandoned sites, Searcy Hospital, which has been closed since 2012. Each chapter gives a detailed narrative about these breathtaking places accompanied by stunning imagery. You can find more of Leland's work at www.abandonedsoutheast.com.
The Abandoned Heart
Author: Laura Benedict
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781681775128
Category : Haunted houses
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Three women. A cursed house. Generations of lives at stake. The third novel in the acclaimed Bliss House series reveals the secret that started it all.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781681775128
Category : Haunted houses
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Three women. A cursed house. Generations of lives at stake. The third novel in the acclaimed Bliss House series reveals the secret that started it all.
Where the Heart Is
Author: Billie Letts
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
ISBN: 075952288X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
A down on her luck pregnant teen finds herself living in a shopping center in this Oprah's Book Club selection that inspired the film starring Ashley Judd and Natalie Portman. Talk about unlucky sevens. An hour ago, seventeen-year-old, seven months pregnant Novalee Nation was heading for California with her boyfriend. Now she finds herself stranded at a Wal-Mart in Sequoyah, Oklahoma, with just $7.77 in change. But Novalee is about to discover hidden treasures in this small Southwest town–a group of down-to-earth, deeply caring people willing to help a homeless, jobless girl. From Bible-thumping blue-haired Sister Thelma Husband to eccentric librarian Forney Hull, they are about to take her–and you, too–on a moving, funny, and unforgettable journey.
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
ISBN: 075952288X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
A down on her luck pregnant teen finds herself living in a shopping center in this Oprah's Book Club selection that inspired the film starring Ashley Judd and Natalie Portman. Talk about unlucky sevens. An hour ago, seventeen-year-old, seven months pregnant Novalee Nation was heading for California with her boyfriend. Now she finds herself stranded at a Wal-Mart in Sequoyah, Oklahoma, with just $7.77 in change. But Novalee is about to discover hidden treasures in this small Southwest town–a group of down-to-earth, deeply caring people willing to help a homeless, jobless girl. From Bible-thumping blue-haired Sister Thelma Husband to eccentric librarian Forney Hull, they are about to take her–and you, too–on a moving, funny, and unforgettable journey.
Abandoned Breaths
Author: Alfa
Publisher: Alfaworldwide
ISBN: 9780998050300
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
Abandoned Breaths is the debut poetic collection from Alfa. Between these pages she has gathered the warehouses of the unsaid, and weaved together the voices that have remained silent in our heartbroken hotels. All the abandoned breaths that we hold on to after serving time in heart warfare never really go away. They cling to dusty shelves, tucked into darken chambers among past wreckage; longing to be given life. She has cleaned house and opened musty windows, letting pulsing words breathe and transform into poetic release. The focus of these writings is to give the heart and soul permission to ache after love and loss. The author is unapologetic about her realistic take on heartache and grieving. She touches on the past, trying to make sense of her experiences, to move forward. This book is filled with timeless and vintage feeling poetry. It will touch every individual heart that reads it, no matter the age group.
Publisher: Alfaworldwide
ISBN: 9780998050300
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
Abandoned Breaths is the debut poetic collection from Alfa. Between these pages she has gathered the warehouses of the unsaid, and weaved together the voices that have remained silent in our heartbroken hotels. All the abandoned breaths that we hold on to after serving time in heart warfare never really go away. They cling to dusty shelves, tucked into darken chambers among past wreckage; longing to be given life. She has cleaned house and opened musty windows, letting pulsing words breathe and transform into poetic release. The focus of these writings is to give the heart and soul permission to ache after love and loss. The author is unapologetic about her realistic take on heartache and grieving. She touches on the past, trying to make sense of her experiences, to move forward. This book is filled with timeless and vintage feeling poetry. It will touch every individual heart that reads it, no matter the age group.
Abandoned Heart
Author: Skye MacKinnon
Publisher: Defiance
ISBN: 9781718164925
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
"Just because one of you carries his scars on the outside, doesn't mean that the rest of you don't have them. Unbroken people don't live in a house together with their colleagues. They have lives, families. They don't take in strays." Emily never expected to find herself on the street and looking for a place to stay. A park bench doesn't seem inviting in the depths of winter. Her luck changes when a mysterious stranger offers her shelter. It seems too good to be true, and when she meets his other two house mates, she starts to question if he's the good Samaritan he seems to be. Staying means things she couldn't even dream of. Going means facing the danger of the winter streets. Can she make the impossible choice? And will she make the right one? A contemporary reverse harem set in Edinburgh, Scotland. This is the extended version of Streets of Winter, a novella previously published in the Snow and Seduction anthology. 18+ This is a full-length, standalone novel that's part of the Defiance trilogy: Three books, three women, three real-life stories. These dark contemporary reverse harem romances can be read individually or as part of the series. They are loosely connected by side characters and settings, but they each have a different heroine, theme and love interests. skyemackinnon.com/defiance
Publisher: Defiance
ISBN: 9781718164925
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
"Just because one of you carries his scars on the outside, doesn't mean that the rest of you don't have them. Unbroken people don't live in a house together with their colleagues. They have lives, families. They don't take in strays." Emily never expected to find herself on the street and looking for a place to stay. A park bench doesn't seem inviting in the depths of winter. Her luck changes when a mysterious stranger offers her shelter. It seems too good to be true, and when she meets his other two house mates, she starts to question if he's the good Samaritan he seems to be. Staying means things she couldn't even dream of. Going means facing the danger of the winter streets. Can she make the impossible choice? And will she make the right one? A contemporary reverse harem set in Edinburgh, Scotland. This is the extended version of Streets of Winter, a novella previously published in the Snow and Seduction anthology. 18+ This is a full-length, standalone novel that's part of the Defiance trilogy: Three books, three women, three real-life stories. These dark contemporary reverse harem romances can be read individually or as part of the series. They are loosely connected by side characters and settings, but they each have a different heroine, theme and love interests. skyemackinnon.com/defiance
Abandoned
Author: Katherine Carver
Publisher: Lantern Books
ISBN: 1590567315
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 662
Book Description
Striking, emotionally charged, fine art photographs chronicle the lives of approximately 60 once-abandoned dogs, illuminating each one’s journey from a shelter or rescue organization to a loving, permanent home. The “before and after” photographs illustrate the profound benefits of animal adoption for both dogs and humans alike. Abandoned: Chronicling the Journeys of Once-Forsaken Dogs is a decade-long project inspired by Carver’s own adopted Shetland Sheepdog, Biscuit, who had been abandoned on a rural highway, terrified and malnourished. Biscuit’s evolution from a sickly and emaciated shell of a dog to a confident, trusting, and beloved family member positively changed Carver’s and her husband’s lives forever. This set Carver on her quest to examine the lives of other abandoned dogs, illustrating how dog rescue gave these dogs a second chance with completely new lives. The photographs capture the salient emotion, spirit, and dignity of each dog, despite their circumstances. From Whippets to Jack Russell Terriers and Saint Bernards to Golden Retrievers, along with many mixed breeds, Carver’s book showcases dogs of all breeds, sizes, ages, temperaments, and backgrounds, including written narratives, derived from interviews with shelter and rescue personnel and adopters to provide additional context to each dog’s journey. Carver initially met and photographed each dog shortly after they entered a shelter or rescue organization, and then again approximately a year after being adopted into a permanent home. The juxtaposition of these two photographs is a powerful testament to the transformative experience of dog rescue and adoption. Carver witnessed abandoned dogs that were given entirely new lives and became integral family members as a result of rescue and adoption. Abandoned: Chronicling the Journeys of Once-Forsaken Dogs is a tribute to dogs like Robo, Murdock, Mario, and Trucker. The book chronicles how dog rescue and adoption enriches not only the lives of the dogs, but how it unequivocally enriches the lives of their human companions as well. Carver hopes this work compels viewers to consider dog rescue and adoption. This book will appeal to dog and animal lovers far and wide.
Publisher: Lantern Books
ISBN: 1590567315
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 662
Book Description
Striking, emotionally charged, fine art photographs chronicle the lives of approximately 60 once-abandoned dogs, illuminating each one’s journey from a shelter or rescue organization to a loving, permanent home. The “before and after” photographs illustrate the profound benefits of animal adoption for both dogs and humans alike. Abandoned: Chronicling the Journeys of Once-Forsaken Dogs is a decade-long project inspired by Carver’s own adopted Shetland Sheepdog, Biscuit, who had been abandoned on a rural highway, terrified and malnourished. Biscuit’s evolution from a sickly and emaciated shell of a dog to a confident, trusting, and beloved family member positively changed Carver’s and her husband’s lives forever. This set Carver on her quest to examine the lives of other abandoned dogs, illustrating how dog rescue gave these dogs a second chance with completely new lives. The photographs capture the salient emotion, spirit, and dignity of each dog, despite their circumstances. From Whippets to Jack Russell Terriers and Saint Bernards to Golden Retrievers, along with many mixed breeds, Carver’s book showcases dogs of all breeds, sizes, ages, temperaments, and backgrounds, including written narratives, derived from interviews with shelter and rescue personnel and adopters to provide additional context to each dog’s journey. Carver initially met and photographed each dog shortly after they entered a shelter or rescue organization, and then again approximately a year after being adopted into a permanent home. The juxtaposition of these two photographs is a powerful testament to the transformative experience of dog rescue and adoption. Carver witnessed abandoned dogs that were given entirely new lives and became integral family members as a result of rescue and adoption. Abandoned: Chronicling the Journeys of Once-Forsaken Dogs is a tribute to dogs like Robo, Murdock, Mario, and Trucker. The book chronicles how dog rescue and adoption enriches not only the lives of the dogs, but how it unequivocally enriches the lives of their human companions as well. Carver hopes this work compels viewers to consider dog rescue and adoption. This book will appeal to dog and animal lovers far and wide.