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Secret of the Water Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #Bk.3)
by Tracey WestDrake and the rest of the Dragon Masters are back for another adventure!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow! In this third book in the series, someone is trying to steal the Dragon Stone. Drake soon discovers that the thief is his friend and fellow Dragon Master, Bo! Could the dark wizard somehow be behind this? The Dragon Masters must find a way to protect the Dragon Stone--and keep Bo's family out of danger. Will the secret to solving their problems lie with Bo's dragon, Shu? Drake is about to find out!
Secret of the Wolf
by Rebecca FlandersThe man Aggie McDonald had struck down on the rain-swept highway remembered absolutely nothing of who he was. But one thing was undeniable - he was no ordinary man. The strange light in his golden eyes spoke of an ancient hunger, a hunger that awakened within her an answering desire.... As fragments of his shattered past returned, "Michael" was coming to know the bitter taste of fear. His memories spoke of a centuries-old legacy that could threaten even this woman he was coming to love. And he was learning that the terrible question he had to face was not who, but what he was.
Secret of the Wolf (19th Century Werewolf #3)
by Susan KrinardBestselling author Susan Krinard continues the saga of Touch of the Wolf and Once a Wolf in this utterly compelling new novel of a passion that breaks through the dark--and the desperate desires that beat in the wildest of hearts... amid the lush vineyards and majestic hills of Napa Valley, hypnotist Johanna Schell has founded Der Haven--a sanctuary for those who know the pain of being "different". For desperate, frightened people whose souls are lost to grief. For lonely, tortured men like Quentin Forster... Frightening spells of amnesia have plagued Quentin for years, and Johanna wants nothing more than to ease his unspeakable pain-and find out if his claim to werewolf blood is just a delusion. But she is horrified to discover that, under hypnosis, this tender, thoughtful man becomes violent, vengeful...evil. And now--caught in the balance between reality and illusion, truth and deception, simple desire and absolute destruction--she must find the courage to trust him. To love him. To save him...
Secret of the Wolf (Warriors of the Rift #2)
by Cynthia GarnerWarriors of the RiftOnce a generation, the rift between the paranormal world and the human world opens, allowing supernatural entities to cross. Vampire, demon, or shapeshifter, they can save the world-or send it spiraling into chaos.As a werewolf liaison to the Council of Preternaturals, Tori Joseph is used to straddling the world between humans and immortals. She plays by the rules and always delivers justice, no matter the cost. But after a string of increasingly brutal attacks results in humans turning into werewolves, Tori doesn't reveal her horrifying suspicion: Someone very close to her might be responsible.Investigating the paranormal violence, no-nonsense detective Dante MacMillan believes Tori is hiding something. His search for the truth draws him into greater danger as he gets closer to the dark realm of the immortals-and to the sexy werewolf who stirs his primal lust. Now with evil closing in around them, Dante must convince Tori to trust him . . . before her deadly secret destroys them both.
Secret: At HL Woods (The Secret Series #2)
by D. K. DavisBri, seventeen-year-old ghost-seer, keeps her ability under wraps at the new school until a murdered couple from the 60’s asks for help. Kyle, a high school jock, realizes the new girl lives next door; she’s crazy cute, goth-odd, and too convenient to ignore. Max, Kyle’s best friend, only sees Bri as a wicked threat. Luke, Bri’s gay best friend, moves in for the summer, escaping his abusive father. Paths cross, sparks spew…will anyone remain the same after?
Secret: Livre 2 de la Trilogie Wexkia
by Dale FurseNell veut découvrir qui était responsable de l'extinction de ses ancêtres. Elle pense que l'incarcérée Shahs, une autre enfant de Wexkia, pourraient avoir la réponse. Cependant, sa famille l'interdit. On déclare que Shahs a assassiné la mère de Kandar. Mais un Ancien de Corl suggère qu'un deuxième exemplaire du Livre de Wexkia pourrait être sur Corl, Linque ou Gramlax. Maintenant, Nell doit se lancer dans deux quêtes dont elle doit combattre pour reussir. Avec Sam et Mekie à ses côtés et entourée d'ennemis qui veulent toujours sa mort, elle voyage dans trois mondes pour trouver les réponses à ses questions sans fin. Les risques qu'elle prend pour percer le secret de ses origines et exposer le véritable adversaire plongeront-ils toute une race dans le désespoir ?
Secret: The Secret Series (The Secret Series #1)
by D. K. DavisSamantha’s dealing with a lot of emotional blow-back from her mother’s new marriage. Then she discovers a gifted creature living in Wolf Lake, and life suddenly becomes all about keeping his existence a secret, earning his trust. That is until his life depends on her saving him. But she won’t be able to do it alone…
Secreto Maximiliano
by Leopoldo Mendívil LópezImagina un mundo donde tu propia familia te entrega a tus enemigos y todos los que te rodean conspiran en tu contra. Imagina ser Maximiliano de Habsburgo. Este libro revela la parte oculta de la historia del segundo emperador del México independiente: su pasado borrado, las traiciones y manipulaciones de las que fue objeto, y el verdadero propósito detrás de su brevísimo mandato. Además, explora una posibilidad escalofriante: ¿qué ocurriría si su único y distante heredero fuera hoy llamado por un grupo de monarquistas para restablecer el imperio que se vio truncado por la Reforma? Un complot de esa magnitud desestabilizaría al país y supondría una amenaza patente a la soberanía mexicana. Y a pesar de todo hay en nuestro tiempo quienes consideran que la república democrática es ilegítima y están dispuestos a arriesgarlo todo por restaurar la supuesta gloria de aquel imperio, sin sospechar que con ello sólo conseguirán repetir la historia. En esta trepidante novela te sumergirás en los misterios sepultados durante 150 años para descubrir las respuestas a las preguntas más inquietantes que dejó el Segundo Imperio. Más que una ficción, éste es un viaje de descubrimiento a uno de los pasajes más oscuros de la historia de México.
Secreto azteca
by Leopoldo Mendívil LópezLA HISTORIA SECRETA SOBRE EL ORIGEN DE MÉXICO La nación mexicana se encuentra polarizada por la idea obsesiva de la “Conquista”. Sin embargo, la historia que hoy conocemos en realidad ha sido manipulada. Estas páginas nos trasladan atrás en el tiempo para conocer la verdad sobre los orígenes del Imperio azteca: cien años antes de la llegada de los españoles, ocurrió un evento colosal semejante a la guerra de Troya, una verdadera epopeya que se ocultó a los mexicanos durante siglos. Esta novela es la reconstrucción de estos hechos de dimensiones épicas, en una trama llena de adrenalina, emoción y suspenso que puede inspirarnos hoy para recuperar nuestro pasado y convertir a México en una fuerza poderosa. Cuando cada mexicano conozca la fortaleza oculta en su propio origen y la haga suya, el país emergerá como una potencia global. Secreto azteca es la más extraordinaria exploración del pasado jamás emprendida bajo la luz de los nuevos descubrimientos: el viaje final hacia el origen de México.
Secretos Mágicos: Las Vegas Paranormal/Club 66 - 1 (Las Vegas Paranormal/Club 66 #1)
by C. C. MahonLas Vegas, sus bares, sus criaturas sobrenaturales y sus asesinos psicópatas. Erica St. Gilles es dueña de un bar exclusivo de criaturas sobrenaturales. Su equipo está conformado por un oso de corazón gentil, una arpía que se tiñe las plumas, un vampiro vegano y una trol un poco friki. Erica se refugia detrás de las protecciones mágicas de su establecimiento para escapar de la venganza de su sádico ex. Pero cuando un asesino misterioso amenaza a sus empleados, Erica debe dejar de esconderse y enfrentarse a la parte más sombría de su pasado. ¿Podrá Erica vencer el miedo que dicta su vida desde hace años? Fracasar sería una condena de muerte y no solo para la señorita St. Gilles.
Secretos bebidos en el agua (Bdb)
by Sara LisEn la Irlanda del siglo XX, Erin es una niña de trece años que repentinamente se queda huérfana. Por ello que su nuevo hospedaje será junto a su abuelo en una casona familiar típica irlandesa, donde poco a poco descubrirá el secreto oculto que tras varias generaciones ha sido silenciado, y el cual le transportará a un mundo fantástico paralelo en el tiempo, lleno de acción, aventura y romance. Esta novela relata el periplo de una chica despreocupada y revoltosa que abandona su infantilismo, adquiere una temprana madurez debido a sus complejas vivencias, y que en su viaje alcanzará la adolescencia y hallará además el amor verdadero. Una historia que no dejará impasible al lector al que mostrará el sensacional estallido de emociones que experimenta alguien en pleno desarrollo.
Secretos sobrenaturales (Misterios paranormales #Volumen 2)
by Laura L. CapellaMás misterios paranormales, una nueva vida en Edimburgo y un adversario acechando entre las sombras... ¿Podrán Alaia y Kyle superarlo todo y seguir juntos? Alaia ha empezado una nueva vida en Edimburgo, en la Unidad de Parapsicología de la Universidad; y Kyle se ha convertido en miembro del Tribunal de la Supernatural Worlds, en Londres. Ambos intentan mantener viva la llama de su relación luchando contra la distancia, y para ello no dudan en usar sus capacidades sobrenaturales. Alaia deberá enfrentarse a un nuevo misterio paranormal y a un enigmático compañero de trabajo. Por su lado, Kyle, deberá lidiar con secretos e intrigas, y el acecho de Luc. Los problemas en la Supernatural Worlds y el avance de los enemigos se interpondrán entre ellos, haciendo que sus lazos se resquebrajen. Kyle y Alaia deberán tomar complicadas decisiones, aunque ambos intentarán salvaguardar su relación mientras elaboran un plan para salvar a la Supernatural Worlds de caer en malas manos. Romance, acción, misterios sobrenaturales y secretos desvelados...
Secrets
by Lynn CrandallWith her penchant for premonitions, Michelle Slade has always had trouble connecting with other people, and a horrific attack five years ago only made her isolation worse. But working to help defenseless animals with her rescue organization, Cats Alive, has given her new purpose and joy in life. When several homeless cats start vanishing into thin air, she's determined to get to the bottom of this mystery.Casey Mitchell has always kept his private identity as a were-lynx secret. But he's drawn to Michelle, and when he begins to help investigate the odd circumstances surrounding the cats' disappearance, he uncovers a powerful businessman's diabolic designs on the unassuming woman.Now both he and Michelle are in grave danger, and their survival depends on trusting each other with secrets better left unspoken. Will these two lonely souls triumph and find true love . . . or lose everything?Sensuality Level: Sensual
Secrets
by Lynn CrandallWith her penchant for premonitions, Michelle Slade has always had trouble connecting with other people, and a horrific attack five years ago only made her isolation worse. But working to help defenseless animals with her rescue organization, Cats Alive, has given her new purpose and joy in life. When several homeless cats start vanishing into thin air, she’s determined to get to the bottom of this mystery.Casey Mitchell has always kept his private identity as a were-lynx secret. But he’s drawn to Michelle, and when he begins to help investigate the odd circumstances surrounding the cats’ disappearance, he uncovers a powerful businessman’s diabolic designs on the unassuming woman.Now both he and Michelle are in grave danger, and their survival depends on trusting each other with secrets better left unspoken. Will these two lonely souls triumph and find true love . . . or lose everything?Sensuality Level: Sensual
Secrets
by Lynn CrandallWith her penchant for premonitions, Michelle Slade has always had trouble connecting with other people, and a horrific attack five years ago only made her isolation worse. But working to help defenseless animals with her rescue organization, Cats Alive, has given her new purpose and joy in life. When several homeless cats start vanishing into thin air, she’s determined to get to the bottom of this mystery.Casey Mitchell has always kept his private identity as a were-lynx secret. But he’s drawn to Michelle, and when he begins to help investigate the odd circumstances surrounding the cats’ disappearance, he uncovers a powerful businessman’s diabolic designs on the unassuming woman.Now both he and Michelle are in grave danger, and their survival depends on trusting each other with secrets better left unspoken. Will these two lonely souls triumph and find true love . . . or lose everything?Sensuality Level: Sensual
Secrets & Sacrifices: A Regency Cthulhu Novel (Call of Cthulhu)
by Cath LauriaExplore a new world of monsters and manners in this darkly captivating regency romance with an eldritch twist from renowned roleplaying game, Call of CthulhuWhen Cassandra Wright&’s father was accused of murder her whole life fell apart, leaving her with no prospects, no money, and a broken engagement. But Cassandra always suspected foul play. Five years later, she&’s determined to discover the truth. With her childhood friend Thomas reluctantly acting as her new husband-to-be, Cassie must talk her way into the home of her former fiancé, who she&’s convinced knows more than he ever let on. Once inside she&’ll have to navigate the pitfalls of polite society while attempting to dig deep into her father&’s life. There are dark, twisted secrets lurking in the shadows, and Cassie must unravel them before they can consume her.
Secrets & Saris
by Shoma NarayananA secret that could cause scandal!Jilted at the altar, Shefali Khanna should be humiliated. Instead she takes the opportunity to start again. Top of the priority list: do not tumble headfirst into another relationship!But even moving from the city to the country can't keep Shefali out of trouble-especially when she catches the eye of local celeb Neil Mitra! There is no way she can risk a scandal already! He might be gorgeous, but he's totally off-limits...right?Extra bonus: included is The Wedding Dress Diaries by Aimee Carson, the prequel to our fab new quartet!
Secrets In the Annex
by Ann CoryA lonely young man. A young woman's spirit trapped by tragedy. Secrets and broken promises. Ann Cory weaves a haunting, passionate tale of a love so strong that time has no meaning in Secrets in the Annex.Can the luck and love of a chimney sweep be enough to rescue a woman, trapped in an annex that holds many dark secrets?Kaelyn is a former maid who used to clean the annex for the Ruthferds. Ever since a terrifying fire broke out in the annex, she has been trapped within the chimney, desperate to get out. She waits for a man to rescue her in more ways than one, and breathe new life into her somber soul.Rand enjoys his job as a chimney sweep and especially likes to work for the Ruthferds, a rich and prominent family in central London. He is asked to clean the fireplace and chimney inside the newly remodeled annex, though what he finds inside is more than ash and soot. A smoldering woman emerges from inside the fiery tomb and fuels him with passion.
Secrets So Deep
by Ginny Myers SainFor fans of We Were Liars and from the bestselling author of Dark and Shallow Lies comes a paranormal thriller about a seventeen-year-old girl returning to camp to uncover the truth of what really happened there twelve years ago, the night her mother drowned.Twelve years ago, Avril&’s mother drowned at Whisper Cove theater, just off the rocky Connecticut coastline. It was ruled an accident, but Avril&’s never been totally convinced. Local legend claims that the women in the waves—ghosts from old whaling stories—called her mother into the ocean with their whispering. Because, as they say at Whisper Cove, what the sea wants, the sea will have.While Avril doesn&’t believe in ghosts, she knows there are lots of different ways for places, and people, to be haunted. She&’s spent the past twelve years trying to make sense of the strange bits and pieces she does remember from the night she lost her mother. Stars falling into the sea. A blinding light. A tight grip on her wrist. The odd sensation of flying. Now, at seventeen, she&’s returning to Whisper Cove for the first time, and she might finally unravel the mystery of what really happened.As Avril becomes more involved with camp director Willa and her mysterious son Cole, Whisper Cove reveals itself to her. Distances seem to shift in the strange fog. Echoes of long-past moments bounce off the marsh. And Avril keeps meeting herself—and her dead mother—late at night, at the edge of the ocean.The truth Avril seeks is ready to be discovered. But it will come at a terrible cost.
Secrets and Lies: A Novel
by Selena MontgomeryShe may be smart and beautiful, but she’s also standing between him and a very lucrative item he needs to “recover” in this African-American love story that blends passion with action that is sure to thrill romance readers.She just witnessed her uncle’s murder, she’s running for her life, and now Dr. Katelyn Lyda is face-to-face with a breathtaking man who could be her salvation. Tall, sexy, his eyes full of mysterious promises, he seems to have the answer she needs.It’s too bad Sebastian Caine is one of the bad guys . . . A “recovery specialist” skilled at separating prized possessions from their owners, Sebastian is after an ancient relic. But he reconsiders the job when he finds himself staring at the wrong end of a gun. The beautiful lady with her finger on the trigger seems to have everything he needs—and not just the artifact. Sebastian’s conscience has never bothered him before—but then he has never wanted any woman more.With her life in jeopardy, Kat wonders how far she can trust Sebastian Caine . . . how long she can resist him . . . and dare she fall in love?
Secrets and Revenge: A Novel
by Noël CaraccioYears ago, Rick Singleton blackmailed the very wealthy managing partner of a large New York law firm after stumbling across a black market adoption ring the man was running on the side. He got a million dollars out of Steve Goldrick before going to the district attorney to turn him in—and Goldrick fled the country before the authorities could arrest him.Knowing that Goldrick could never return to the US without being arrested, Rick thought he and his family were safe from any potential reprisal from the disgraced attorney. But now someone has invaded Rick’s home, badly injured his wife, Maizie, and taken his three-month-old daughter, Grace—and all signs point to Goldrick.Maizie’s long-deceased grandmother, Fannie, has come back from the other side to help her family before; now, Maizie’s mother, Abby, calls on her again. A force to be reckoned with, Fannie is able to move freely in the physical world, although no one can see her. When she answers her daughter’s call, she finds herself in Dubai, with no clue as to what her surprising new surroundings have to do with her great-granddaughter’s kidnapping. Will Fannie be able to help her family figure out who really kidnapped Grace and where she is being held? And even if she does, will it be possible to return Grace safely to her parents?
Secrets and Sapphires
by Michelle Misra Samantha ChaffeyAngel-in-training Ella helps an injured bunny in this third magical book of the whimsical new Angel Wings series!The first angel in Ella's grade has earned her sapphire halo--and Ella's friends aren't far behind. But Ella still has several halo points to collect, and she doesn't want to be the last to earn her sparkling halo. When a magical bunny with an injury is brought to the school, nasty angel Primrose jumps at the opportunity to care for it. But all Primrose really cares about is collecting more halo points than anyone else. It's up to Ella to take responsibility for the bunny, a task that she doesn't mind at all. Ella loves animals! But will she ever get enough halo points to earn a sapphire halo of her own?
Secrets and Sorcery: Book 3 (Witch of Turlingham Academy #3)
by Ellie BoswellSophie and Katy have almost forgotten that they're supposed to be mortal enemies - and now that they've persuaded Sophie's family that witches and witch hunters can be friends, life ought to be nice and straightforward! But it's not long before magic gets in the way again. Katy is still keeping Sophie's identity a secret from her parents; if they knew she was the daughter of a famous witch they'd demagick her for sure! And both girls are keeping their powers hidden from their other friends, a feat which is getting harder all the time. When they head off on a school trip, it seems they might have to finally spill their secrets. Can they make it back to Turlingham with their sorcery still under wraps?
Secrets at Midnight
by Nalini SinghA changeling will do anything to find and keep his mate in this smoldering story from New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh. Bastien Smith is frustrated. A changeling male should be able to track his mate anywhere--through fire and hail, snow and rain. But he keeps finding and losing her scent in the city streets, ever since he first became aware of it two weeks earlier, when the elusive fragrance awakened the leopard within him... Then Bastien is suddenly confronted with his prey. Kirby is an all-too-human woman who wants Bastien just as much as he wants her. But he can't deny what his body and senses are telling him: there is a raging chaos inside of Kirby that he doesn't understand, secrets that whisper awake at midnight and cause her terrible pain. If they're to have any chance of forever, then he must solve the mystery that is Kirby...Secrets at Midnight originally appeared in Night Shift.INCLUDES A TEASER FOR ALLEGIANCE OF HONORPraise for Nalini Singh and her Psy-Changeling Novels"Nalini Singh is a master storyteller."--Maya Banks, #1 New York Times & USA Today bestselling author"An amazing...series."--USA Today"An amazing storyteller."--Smexy Books
Secrets at Nightfall (A Shaede Assassin Novel #6)
by Amanda Bonilla"The debut of her Shaede Assassin series features a tough yet compelling heroine. Full of fascinating characters, high stakes intrigue, and fast-paced action, it's a truly exhilarating adventure! Do not miss out!”—Romantic Times (top pick 4-1/2 stars)For over a year, Darian has lived in the dark.Between her mysterious memory loss and the constant headaches that plague her, Darian has had enough. And the million-dollar bounty on her head certainly isn’t helping either. It’s tough to maintain her under-the-radar status when every ambitious assassin in the Pacific Northwest has eyes on that sweet payout!Desperate to reclaim her lost memories—there could be a light at the end of the tunnel in the form of Camden Walsh. But as is custom in the supernatural world, his help offers more questions than it does actual answers. The Alpha Werewolf knows who’s placed the bounty on Darian—and it has to do with a centuries-old secret society that’s determined to save humanity from the greatest paranormal threats, which is supposedly Darian herself!What’s more, Camden knows about Darian’s memory loss and has been instructed by a mysterious benefactor to help her. As anxious as she is to reclaim her lost memories and rid herself of the debilitating headaches, she fears that the truth might be the biggest threat to her life yet…