Showing results by author "Lucas" in All Categories

From the capture of Sidney Reilly, the "Ace of Spies", by Lenin's Bolsheviks in 1925, to the deportation from the USA of Anna Chapman, the "Redhead under the Bed", in 2010, Kremlin and Western spymasters have battled for supremacy for nearly a century. In Deception Edward Lucas uncovers the real story of Chapman and her colleagues in Britain and America, unveiling their clandestine missions and the spy-hunt that led to their downfall. It reveals unknown triumphs and disasters of Western intelligence in the Cold War,

While Turner and Kian work out the details of Areana's rescue plan, Carol and Lokan's tumultuous relationship hits another snag. Is it a sign of things to come?

Julian has known Ella is the one for him from the moment he saw her picture, but when he finally frees her from captivity, she seems indifferent to him. Could he have been mistaken? Ella’s rescue should’ve ended that chapter in her life, but it seems like the road back to normalcy has just begun and it’s full of obstacles. Strangely, the only one who seems to understand is Logan, who keeps popping up in her dreams. But then, he’s a figment of her imagination - or is he?

The sacrifices Kaia and her family have to make for a chance of gaining immortality might tear them apart, and success is not guaranteed. Is the dubious promise of eternal life worth the risk of losing everything?

With the team in disarray and the loss of one of their own, Cujo leads them on the hunt for Dr. Reece to the swamps of Australia. An old enemy has risen from the ashes and they soon find themselves encountering a legend almost as old as Australia itself...what some claim to be the ultimate monster…

When Victor finds himself getting tested for HIV for the first time, he can’t help but question his entire relationship with Henrique, the guy he has - had - been dating. See, Henrique didn’t disclose his positive HIV status to Victor until after they had sex, and Victor is livid. That’s when Victor meets Ian, a guy who’s also getting tested for HIV. But Ian’s test comes back positive. Though Victor is loath to think about Henrique, he offers to put the two of them in touch, hoping that perhaps Henrique can help Ian navigate his new life.

Would Kian decide that the benefits of trusting Lokan outweigh the risks? Would Lokan betray his father and brothers for the greater good of his people? Are Carol and Lokan truelove mates, or is one of them playing the other?

Her memory loss must have been catastrophic because almost nothing was familiar. The language was foreign to her, with only a few words bearing some similarity to the language she thought in. Still, a full moon cycle had passed since her awakening, and little by little she was gaining basic understanding of it—only a few words and phrases, but she was learning more each day.

Vivian and her daughter share a powerful telepathic connection, so when Ella can't be reached by conventional or psychic means, her mother fears the worst. Help arrives from an unexpected source when Vivian gets a call from the young doctor she met at a psychic convention. Turns out Julian belongs to a private organization specializing in retrieving missing girls.

Fantastyczna podróz do wspanialosci Królestwa Faraonów: Aleksandria, Giza, Sakkara, Dendera, Karnak, Luksor, Deir el-Bahari, Deir el-Medina, Medinet Habu, File, Abu Simbel, Elefantyna, Asuan, Grobowiec Nefertari.

Yoga Business Mastery is a practical guide to the business side of teaching yoga. You’ll learn the mindset, positioning, sales, pricing, and packaging strategies needed to launch or expand your career. If you’re serious about turning your passion into a sustainable lifestyle, this book offers insider knowledge that will increase both your income and your impact.

Toven might have failed in his attempts to improve humanity's condition, but he isn't going to fail to improve Mia's life, making it the best it can be despite her fragile health, and he can do that not as a god, but as a man who possesses the means, the smarts, and the determination to do it. No effort is enough to repay Mia for reviving his deadened heart and making him excited for the next day, but the flip side of his reviviscence is the fear of losing its catalyst.

Unaware of the time bomb ticking inside her, Mia had lived the perfect life until it all came to a screeching halt, but despite the difficulties she faces, she doggedly pursues her dreams. Once known as the god of knowledge and wisdom, Toven has grown cold and indifferent. Disillusioned with humanity, he travels the world and pens novels about the love he can no longer feel. Seeking to escape his ever-present ennui, Toven gives a cutting-edge virtual experience a try. When his avatar meets Mia’s, their sizzling virtual romance unexpectedly turns into something deeper.

As a brilliant strategist and the only human entrusted with the secret of immortal's existence, Turner is both an asset and a liability to the clan. His request to attempt a transition into immortality, as an alternative to cancer treatments, cannot be denied without risking the clan’s exposure. On the other hand, approving it means risking his premature death. In both scenarios, the clan will lose a valuable ally. When the decision is left to the clan’s physician, Turner makes plans to manipulate her by taking advantage of her interest in him.

What if you could start understanding real Italian — today — just by listening? If you’re tired of slow, confusing language courses and endless grammar rules, The Complete Learn Italian Guide is designed for you. This audiobook helps you learn Italian naturally, fast, and with confidence — even if you’re starting from zero.

1633. In dem Alpendorf San Michele herrscht die Inquisition. Alles, was nicht ihren Normen entspricht, wird gnadenlos verfolgt. Und an diesem Ort verbinden sich die Schicksale von Daniele, der mit einer ganz besonderen Gabe zur Welt gekommen ist, und Susanna, die unter dramatischen Umständen geboren wird. Die Welt steht vor dem Umbruch, als der Wissenschaftler Galileo Galilei den Beweis erbringt, dass nicht die Erde der Mittelpunkt des Universums ist, sondern die Sonne. Vor diesem Hintergrund müssen Susanna und Daniele eine ungewöhnliche Mission erfüllen.

Live your best life in the second half. This no-nonsense show is dedicated to healthspan and features best-selling authors and thought leaders in nutrition, mental health, relationships, and self-improvement. Each episode also includes listener Q&A. Hosted by yoga trainer, writer, and expert speaker, Lucas Rockwood, the founder of YOGABODY.

WHAT IF YOU COULD FINALLY TAKE CONTROL OF MONEY INSTEAD OF LETTING IT CONTROL YOU? Most teens enter adulthood without ever learning how money really works. Financial Literacy for Teens Made Easy is going to change that—giving you the real-world skills schools rarely teach, explained in a clear...

A simple rescue operation turns into mission impossible when the Russian mafia gets involved. Bad things are supposed to come in threes, but in Vivian's case, it seems like there is no limit to bad luck. Her family and everyone who gets close to her is affected by her curse. Will Magnus and his people prove her wrong?

Get ready for the exciting finale of Bridget and Turner's story!