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I want her. I need her. Nobody can tell me what I can or can't have. Samuel Smith had it all since the moment he was born. His family had the most powerful journalism, fashion, beauty, and gastronomy empire. SaStel magazine was the legacy they left him when his grandfather passed unexpectedly and the mystery surrounding the disappearance of his parents. That was by far what a broken teenager tossed aside when he didn't fit the standards of what his father expected or a lost young man who took alcohol as his medicine, loneliness as his life partner, and pain as his life hold needed. It was too late when he took control of who he was. He has become someone unreachable, someone dark and broken, selfish and ruthless, someone who will do anything to get what he wants or needs the most. This time. It was a mother of two, with hair as dark as charcoal, eyes as blue as the sky, cheeks as pink as strawberries, lips as red as cherries. An angel, a fragile creature that he could easily attract and bend at his will with his looks, wealth, and attention. But that was by far who Ruby Rao was. That exterior shell hid way too many secrets and a past that would haunt her no matter who stood in the way.

Wry. Emotive. Unpredictable. This new collection by Dreena Collins continues an exploration of the challenges faced by ordinary people at pivotal moments in their lives.Praise for Dreena Collins: "That Collins is a highly skilled writer is not in doubt. She is a master of the short story format." Simon Gary, author."Dreena creates strong images with her writing, often focusing on the little details. I felt more like a fly on the wall, a fly that has somehow found its way into the house to spy on people's private and intimate lives..." Georgie Bull, blogger.Listed and placed in numerous writing competitions, including Mslexia; Bridport Prize; Fish Publications; Flash500 and Retreat West competitions, Dreena Collins lives in Jersey, Channel Islands. Her flash fiction collection, Bird Wing, was an SPR Book Awards finalist in 2020.

Feeling life is slipping him by, an American agriculturalist heads to Vietnam to try and make a difference in the lives of the people as part of President Johnson's 'Hearts and Minds' campaign. There's just one big problem - there's a war going on!Eddie joins a small group of civilian advisors chosen to work with local farmers to help make Vietnam once again self-sufficient in rice. He is drawn to the adventure, the challenge, and the opportunity to make a difference, but he may also be leaving some problems behind.His story moves through the ups and downs of cultural and tropical agriculture training in Washington DC and the Philippines, and then his assignment in the Gia Dinh province just outside Saigon. The stakes increase as the war intensifies and Eddie's connections in the country deepen, providing the backdrop for the cultural, political and personal struggles that unfold.Although this is historical fiction, the late author's words are a nod to the memoir genre as his experiences in life overlap the place and time of the novel. Don't Break My Rice Bowl shines a light on a relatively unknown part of Vietnam War history as elements of Asian history and culture, Philippine and Vietnamese agriculture and rice farming, including the introduction of 'miracle rice', are woven into the challenges of being a civilian trying to work - and live - in a war zone. One might also wonder, was Robert Dodd ahead of his time? The novel hints at things to come as ecology, conservation and biodiversity have become increasingly important topics.With the help of his daughter, granddaughter and second wife, his manuscript has been brought to life in 2022. The fragility of life was the late author's parting lesson; however, these words left behind were his ultimate gift. The additions of a poignant Foreword and Afterword, a rich Appendix, including book club questions, and the beautiful cover and 24 hand-painted chapter illustrations make this book something that will stir the emotions, giving you plenty to ponder or talk and even laugh about, leaving you with words and art to treasure.The perfect read for a book club or to give as a gift; see and feel one man's story play out amid great outer and inner turmoil at a turbulent time in history. Buy this book to walk in another person's shoes.

HOW TO PULL APART THE EARTH is an homage to the intrinsic thread that weaves the culture of Mexico together with the United States, and the echo of colonization that works to erase it. Cordero skillfully exemplifies the complexity & beauty of growing up in a borderland, and the sacrifices paid for the dream.

When Morragh speaks to another person for the very first time, she has no idea that he is an invader in her land.What she does next constitutes a huge betrayal of her people, threatening her closest relationships and even her way of life itself.As the conflict between the Caledonian tribes and the Roman Sons of Mars intensifies, can she use her high status in the community to lessen the coming death toll or even prevent outright war?Set in 1st century Northern Scotland, SISTERS AT THE EDGE OF THE WORLD is a story of chosen sisters, fierce warriors, divided loyalties and, ultimately, love.