Wrath son of Wrath, leader of the Black Dagger Brotherhood stands at a crossroads.

Blindness has taken his sight, his people are under increased attack on two fronts and his beloved mate is pressing for an heir. For female vampires conception could very well be a death sentence.

Wrath’s choices are clear if not simple … he can step up or step out.

Wrath is his father’s son in many ways. His is a male of worth, compassion and understanding. A leader with integrity, and a force to be reckoned with against all enemies. Now, he must embrace his destiny and become -The King.

Medical knowledge has gained much by the contribution an African American woman. Henrietta Lacks cancer cells were harvested without consent by her doctors while she yet lived. These cells have never died. Now that years have passed and the truth has come to light, Henrietta’s heirs are struggling with not just her legacy, but with the industries that have profited from their misery and loss.

In the end Sinful Folk is a haunting book although it falters a bit before the end. When a group of young men are locked in the village weaver's house and are burned alive the fathers of the dead boys embark upon a quest to reach London and ask for the King's justice for their sons. Along the way secrets are revealed and many obstacles must be overcome. Written with depth and beauty, this book is fiction, but at its core are historical facts. Court records are the source of the seed at the heart of this book--the perilous journey in the cold month of December 1377 of five men from the village of Duns with the corpses of their sons. Also true are the words on the Black Prince Edward's tomb and his initial burial in the catacombs of Canterbury. From these two separate historical facts Ned Hayes has woven an entirely believable tale of that journey and its end in London.

Katherine Howe, descendant of three women accused of witchcraft during the Salem witch trials, one of whom was hanged, returns to the subject once again. Conversion is two stories in one--the story of the young women who started the tragedy that is the Salem witch trials and the story of a similar occurrence taking place in an elite private school for girls. Based loosely on LeRoy Mystery Illness of 2012 in which high school girls in LeRoy, NY became afflicted with inexplicable twitches, disordered speech and ambulatory issues. Drawing a parallel between what happened in 17th Century Salem and a similar modern affliction, Howe gets into the minds of her characters. The modern story draws the reader in and propels the story along. What is causing this phenomenon? It is environmental, psychological, or is it a hoax? Well-written and true to historic details. The conclusion is plausible for both the modern story and the historical events which took place in the 17th Century.

The author, Stephen Jimenez, spent over a decade researching the beating and subsequent death of Mathew Shepard in Laramie, Wyoming in October 1998. Contrary to public opinion, fueled by the intense media scrutiny as well as the murderers own defense strategy, Matthew Shepard's death was not in any way related to his sexual orientation. Nor was Matt a stranger to the man who beat him, Aaron McKinney, and the man who drove the truck that night, Russell Henderson. Both Matthew and Aaron were well acquainted, had partied together, and had slept together. In minute detail, Mr. Jimenez reconstructs the weeks and days leading up to Matthew's death. If not a hate crime, what fueled the rage that led McKinney to beat Matthew and leave him to die? Money and drugs, specifically methamphetamine, were at the heart of the events of October 6, 1998. Both Matthew and Aaron McKinney were known to sell and buy drugs. On the night Matthew was beaten and left to die, McKinney had been on a week-long meth binge. Matthew had grown increasingly paranoid and fearful for his life in the days before the incident. He was a relative newcomer to Laramie and was encroaching on the turf of other established dealers. Meticulously researched, The Book of Matt, reveals details about Shepard's death that many in Laramie would prefer to leave hidden. This book serves as a reminder that there is often more than meets the eye in a story.

Imperial Fire, the highly anticipated sequel to Hawk Quest, picks up a few years later with Vallon fighting for the Byzantine Emperor. After Vallon saves the Emperor's life he is chosen to lead a diplomatic mission to establish a relationship between Byzantium and the Song Dynasty. Vallon has also been given a secret task--to find the formula for the mysterious "Fire Drug," a substance that is reputed to hold the power of life and death in battle. Wayland and Hero are joined by a mysterious young man, Lucas, who holds a secret about Vallon close to his heart. While this was an entertaining book, the plot was not as gripping as the plot in Hawk Quest. The relationships between the characters didn't have the depth and sometimes the action was a little too contrived. Upon reaching China, the action fizzled.

Beautifully illustrated, The Rise and Fall of Ancient Greece is an extremely well-written summary of Greek History.

When I first saw this book it looked intriguing so I checked it out. As with so many other books I took it home and put in in the "to be read" heap. When I started reading it I was immediately drawn in and once I was drawn in I enjoyed it more and more! It has been a while since I have been entranced by a book in this way. After finishing The Goblin Emperor, I went online to find out more about the author--and found out Katherine Addison is a pseudonym for none other than Sarah Monette, author of the Doctrine of the Labyrinths quartet which I absolutely loved!!! No wonder I was so taken with this book! The Goblin Emperor is the story Maia, a half-goblin son of the Emperor. At the age of eight, upon the death of his goblin mother, Maia was exiled to a dismal minor principality to keep him out of the way. His only companion, Setheris, a disgraced cousin, treated him harshly. When news reaches them that there has been an airship crash killing both Maia's father and brothers, Maia must step up and take the throne. Without any education in court politics Maia is thrust into a world of intrigue and plotting. If he is to survive he must learn quickly how to maneuver in the dangerous court. Maia is a wonderful character. While there isn't much "action" in The Goblin Emperor, Maia will to succeed as ruler and his complicated relationships with those around him keep the reader enthralled. It has been a long time since I have enjoyed a book as much as I did this one.

Excellent, this author know how to correlate, the old and the new, the past and the present, untainted with the tainted, she opines just so, not overwhelming me with unnecessary comments. Any woman living today can get help,and or understand how our today lives mimic and reflect on the past live of our biblical ancestors. This book need to be written. Thank you Liz

Excellent, this author know how to correlate, the old and the new, the past and the present, untainted with the tainted, she opines just so, not overwhelming me with unnecessary comments. Any woman living today can get help,and or understand how our today lives mimic and reflect on the past live of our biblical ancestors. This book need to be written. Thank you Liz

Is Duck both a leader and a uniter or just a party animal? Farmer Brown leaves the pigs, cows and Duck behind on the farm for a few days. The suspense builds. What will Duck do? Farmer Brown knows Duck will do something. Spoiler Alert! Duck wastes no time. With a multitude of drawings, shout-along “Oinks”, “Moos”, and “Quacks” we experience the excitement and satisfaction as Duck sends out for pizza! I’ve repeatedly used Giggle, Giggle, Quack in storytimes. Kids and parents rate it two thumbs up!

Abby Lovitt's life on her family's horse farm continues as she works with True Blue and the rest of the horses. Jack has been sent to train at a nearby racing stable and, while Abby misses him, she knows he is where he belongs. When her brother, Danny, arrives with a 17-hand retired race horse and asks to stable him on the farm, Abby quickly becomes involved with his care and training. He is the largest, most powerful horse she has ever seen and she can't figure out what use Gee Whiz might have in his new life. When she finds out her brother, Danny, actually owns the horse, she is both pleased and shocked. By the end of the book Gee Whiz begins to show potential in a way that surprises and exhilarates Abby. I am looking forward to the next installment in the series to find out just what becomes of Gee Whiz.

When Abby takes her horse, True Blue, to a clinic run by a famous ex-cavalry rider, she is shocked by the harsh way he treats the riders. When he tells Abby that Blue is worthless she knows it isn't true but she can't help being hurt by his negative comment. Another horse at the clinic, Pie in the Sky, known for being an exceptional jumper, makes several mistakes due to Sophia, his rider. Sophia is normally very accomplished and rarely makes mistakes. When Abby is asked to ride Pie she finds him one of the most amazing horses she has ever ridden. Sophia and her sudden change become a mystery Abby must solve.

True Blue enters Abby Lovitt's life after his previous owner dies in a car crash. Since his owner was new to California, no one at the show stable where Abby sometimes rides knew her very well. Blue is a nice horse, but Abby sometimes feels the presence of his former owner, as if she is telling Abby, "He is still mine." As Abby struggles to figure out what this mysterious feeling means she must also help Blue become a reliable show horse. The slight supernatural slant to this book made it a bit different from the others in the series.

Book two in the Horses of Oak Valley Ranch, A Good Horse, continues the story of Abby Lovitt and her family. Abby's orphaned colt, Jack, is growing up. Worries about his future on the farm arrive with a letter from an investigator who is searching for a stolen thoroughbred mare who was pregnant when she was taken. Could this mare be Jack's dam? Meanwhile Black George is developing into a talented jumper. Abby must face the possibility of losing him as well. Again, the descriptions of life with horses is excellent and the characters are so real that the reader feels like they are old friends.

Set in California in the 1960's this book introduces Abby Lovitt and her family and describes their life on their horse farm. Abby's father buys horses, trains them, then resells them. To keep from becoming attached each mare is named Jewel and each gelding is named George. Abby, an accomplished rider, helps with all aspects of work with the horses, but she meets her match with Ornery George. With the help of her brother, estranged from the family, she must find a way to overcome her fear and turn Ornery George into a useful horse. Abby's family and their sometimes difficult relationships is well-developed. The details about riding and caring for horses couldn't be better. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and am looking forward to reading the next one in the series!

The Governor of Woodbury rules with an iron fist – and not necessarily his own. Step out of line, break even the slightest rule and you may find yourself on a Zombie’s dance card that evening, in the arena for the town’s entertainment. And that’s just on a good day.

Lily Caul has survived the first wave of the deadly Zombie virus that swept through Atlanta. However, she must keep moving and searching for a place that will offer protection and shelter. Lily finds her way to Woodbury and hopes she has found what she sought – safety seems assured- but at what price?

Rhage’s curse turns him into a dragon that can’t be controlled and may become a danger to himself and others.

Mary Luce never dreamed she’d fall in love, much less fall for a vampire with a curse. Mary is the one thing Rhage’s been praying for, a mate who can help him control the creature within his skin.

She’s an ex-homicide detective turned PI, with a degenerative eye condition. He was the bastard son of King Henry VIII of England, making a living as graphic novelist. Together with Vicki’s former lover/partner Mike Celluci, they hunt the night for a killer who is leaving a trail of dead bodies all over the city of Toronto.