Bøker av Laura Taylor

Five years have passed since the events of Wolf's Lie...For most of his adult life, Silas has been the protector of the wolf shifters' pack. Detached, deadly and aloof, he avoids emotional entanglements and kills his enemies with precision. But now, even his formidable skills will be put to the test.With the Endless War raging on, the Shifter Council makes a monumental decision; they are embarking on a mission to Canada, to find out whether or not an ancient and revered species of shifter still exists - a species that could be a powerful ally, or a terrifying enemy.Heidi knows she has a knack for sticking her nose into trouble. As a seasoned journalist, not much scares her. She's traveled through war zones, interviewed refugees and reported on natural disasters. But when she discovers a laboratory conducting twisted experiments, her courage fails for the first time in years. Terrified and on the run from the sinister Noturatii, she knows she's fighting a losing battle... until a man appears from out of nowhere in the middle of the forest, rescuing her from her pursuers and hinting at a startling underworld operating beneath the fabric of society.The last thing Silas wants to do is get caught up in Heidi's problems. His pack is already facing enough threats to last a lifetime and they don't need new complications. And the last thing Heidi wants to do is risk her life with this scowling stranger, when it's clear he's keeping far too many secrets from her.But with both their futures on the line, these two most unlikely allies will be forced to work together... or see their hopes destroyed as the boundaries of the Endless War are rewritten in a way neither of them could have expected.This book is best read after Book 5: Wolf's Gift.Books in The House of Sirius series are: Book 1: Wolf's BloodBook 2: Wolf's CageBook 3: Wolf's ChoiceBook 4: Wolf's GuileBook 5: Wolf's LieBook 6: Wolf's GiftBook 7: Wolf's Bane

Jackelyn has seen the very worst of life as a slave. As an omega in the 1800s, she has been betrayed, beaten, abandoned and humiliated, but life truly reaches rock bottom when she's conscripted into the army and sent to the frontlines of France's war against England. All she wants now is to die, for this brutal and violent life to finally end.When John Ball deserts his post in the British army, he sets out with a bold plan to forge a new life for himself and his brother on a quiet farm in the French countryside, far away from the troubles they left behind in England. Instead, he stumbles across the most unlikely omega slave he's ever seen - bruised, broken and bloodied, and yet still proud enough to look him in the eye and dare him to try and harm her.Unwilling to abandon Jackelyn to her fate as military cannon fodder, John invites her back to his estate. Too many years of seeing omegas beaten and downtrodden has left him with a deep compassion for society's lowest class... but he quickly finds out there's nothing lowly about Jackelyn. Opinionated, fierce and fiery, she challenges every decision John makes and demands a position equal in standing to any alpha.But Jackelyn's outward aggression masks a woman whose heart has been broken too many times, and who teeters on the very brink of despair. But how is John ever to touch the aching and wounded woman inside, when Jackelyn is doing everything in her power to maintain the distance between them?This novel can be read as a standalone, however readers may enjoy it more after reading the previous books in the series to have a deeper understanding of the characters and setting.Books in the Lost and Found series: Book 1: Redemption of a Slave (MM)Book 2: The Runaway (MM)Book 3: Rescue for a Rebel (MF)Caution: This book contains themes of slavery, graphic violence and descriptions of rape that may be disturbing for some readers.

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The Gate of Chalandros is a mystical portal connecting the human world to the demon one. No one knows when or how it came into existence...As a proud soldier of the salases, a black-skinned, horned species of warriors, Koradan has dedicated his life to serving the King of Chalandros. But heat, drought and famine are tearing his world apart, and so Koradan and a small company of his men are forced to cross the Gate of Chalandros into the human world. They mean to settle peacefully in the mountains, away from human civilisation, but when one of their dragon mounts is badly wounded, they are forced to make an emergency landing in a small, isolated village.Lynette moved to the quiet mountainside village of Varismont ten years ago, after the death of her husband, to raise her only son in peace. But her tranquil life is shattered when a group of demons and their dragons land in the village in the dead of the night. Fearing for their lives, the villagers are forced to broker a deal with the demons - a deal in which Lynette, as the village's only nurse, is expected to treat their wounded dragon and in doing so, get up close and personal with Koradan, the demons' leader.The longer Koradan and his men spend in the village, the more Lynette is forced to reconsider her views on the so-called 'demons' who are attempting to cross the mystical Gate. But Koradan wants far more than just a few medical supplies for the dragon. He speaks of negotiating peace between humans and demons - an idea that Lynette finds ludicrous. After all, everyone knows that demons are evil, and therefore not to be trusted...This book can be read as a standalone, though many of these characters will show up in other books in the series as well.Books in the Gate of Chalandros series are: Book 1: Whisky and LaceBook 2: Wings of the NightBook 3: InfernoBook 4: Obsidian Scales (coming soon)Book 5: On the Other Side (coming soon)

The Gate of Chalandros is a mystical portal connecting the human world to the demon one. No one knows when or how it came into existence...Nalyx has dedicated his life to defending the human world from the hoards of demons attempting to cross the Gate of Chalandros. He lives for his sword, his honour, and the bevy of beautiful women waiting eagerly to reward the warriors each time the Gate closes. But when a serious injury puts Nalyx's career at risk, he finds himself adrift, fearing he is to lose everything he's worked so hard to achieve.Gantalla's world has been turned upside down. Drought, famine and unending heat waves are destroying her homeland of Chalandros, and her only hope for survival is to cross the dreaded Gate into the human world. But the journey is perilous, with an army of warriors poised to kill anyone who dares to set foot on human territory.Against all odds, Gantalla survives the crossing, only to discover that life disguised as a human, in the bustling city of Minia, is far more confusing than she could have imagined. After a series of missteps, she inadvertently finds herself nursing a warrior who was badly injured in the latest battle. Nalyx presents a confounding mix of charm and vulnerability, but Gantalla can't let herself get too comfortable with him. After all, if he ever found out what she really was, he wouldn't hesitate to kill her...This book can be read as a standalone, though many of these characters will show up in minor roles later in the series as well.Books in the Gate of Chalandros series are: Book 1: Whisky and LaceBook 2: Wings of the NightBook 3: InfernoBook 4: Obsidian Scales (coming soon)Book 5: On the Other Side (coming soon)

Parenthood is one of the most beautiful and transformative journeys a person can embark on. It is a journey that inspires us to be our best selves, and that challenges us to grow and evolve in ways we never thought possible. In "My Child, My Inspiration", author Laura Taylor shares her own experiences as a mother of two young children, and explores the lessons that children teach us about ourselves and the world around us.Through a series of stories, reflections, and insights, "My Child, My Inspiration" offers a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration to all parents who are navigating the challenges and joys of parenthood. From the joy of watching a child grow, to the lessons children teach us about patience, resilience, and the power of unconditional love, this book offers a rich and nuanced portrait of parenthood that is both honest and uplifting.Whether you are a new parent or a seasoned veteran, "My Child, My Inspiration" is a book that will resonate with you on a deep and personal level. It is a reminder of the beauty and transformative power of parenthood, and a celebration of the joys and challenges that make the journey of parenthood so rewarding. So if you are looking for a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration on your journey of parenthood, then "My Child, My Inspiration" is the book for you.

Laura's third collection is a rallying call for action and challenges inequality, oppression and division with passion, objectivity, empathy and humour. This is politically astute, socially conscious and uncompromising poetry, which explores the slippery and inconclusive condition of language, the power of ideology, and the process of myth-making.

All Oliver Levy wants is a normal life - family, career, and the freedom to make his own decisions. But as one of the world's few remaining omegas, that goal has always been an uphill battle, having to constantly prove his worth and fight for every scrap of his freedom.So when Oliver receives a devastating medical diagnosis, his worst nightmare becomes a reality. His hormonal cycle is out of control, and during his next heat, he must either hand himself over to an alpha to be mated, or risk dying as his entire body goes into overdrive.Jet Wilder is living the dream. As a test pilot for the latest space technology, his job packs in plenty of thrills for the adrenaline-seeking alpha, rounded out with lazy surfing weekends and sky-diving trips with his friends. So when his boss asks him to assist an uptight omega with an out-of-control heat cycle, he's less than thrilled about the interruption to his carefree life.From the moment the pair of them meet, Oliver and Jet argue like cats and dogs. But as they get to know each other, the walls between them begin to break down, and Oliver slowly finds that he's beginning to look forward to their three-monthly meetings...This is a standalone novel and contains a hot-headed alpha, a desperate and hopeful omega, plenty of emotional angst and a guaranteed HEA.

A collection of uncompromising poetry observing the negativity and self-fulfilling futility of division counterpoised with the importance of care and empathy to explore what really matters. Includes a Foreword by Professor Mike Thomas, Vice Chancellor UCLAN.

With eloquent conviction, Kaleidoscope champions equality and challenges authority, exposing the hypocrisy, iniquity and 'politricks' of the powers that be. A fiery and astute poetry collection, crafted with passion, tenderness and humour. "One of the best books of poetry I have ever read." - Attila the Stockbroker

Using illustrations and examples, this book is an introduction to cognitive development useful for undergraduate students in psychology and related disciplines, and those involved in working with children. It includes topics such as: the development of representational abilities; theory of mind and social cognition; development of language.