DIVMiss Silver visits the country to keep an eye on a friend who may be in peril/divDIV/divDIVIt is time for Judy to get out of London. Her sister and brother-in-law have just perished in an air raid, leaving her in charge of their four-year-old daughter, and Judy wants no more to do with death. She arranges for work in a piece of the countryside untouched by the war: a charming manor called Pilgrim’s Rest. But it may be that she has more to fear than the Blitz./divDIV /divDIVWhen she tells Frank Abbott of her plans, he warns her that strange things have been happening at Pilgrim’s Rest. The family patriarch is recently dead of mysterious circumstances, and his heir has just suffered a series of near-fatal accidents. He cannot sway Judy, for she needs the work. But he does convince the governess-turned-detective Maud Silver to follow Judy to the village, to be on hand in case country living turns dangerous./div

Calvin Davis is super-charged with electricity. A potential danger to everyone around him, he must release the energy building up inside, either by edgy electrical sex play or filling fuel cells for his power company. Cal lives his life under the radar and off the grid, finding new subs at the Lair and doing his dead-level best not to touch them, or anyone, with bare skin. Geneticist Audrey Fallon lives in the shadow of her Talented brother, keenly feeling the lack of her own super power, until one night with Cal reveals her unique ability to withstand erotic electrical torment. Although she doesn’t see herself as kinky, she’s willing to experiment if it means learning more about her new-found abilities and the tightly controlled Dom. Cal can’t believe the only woman he can touch is vanilla, and he’s determined to prove she enjoys kink. Audrey is equally determined to turn the tables and prove he doesn’t always have to be in control. But when Audrey’s genetic research reveals dangerous clues to the origin of their powers, losing control takes on new meaning as Cal must push every limit, especially his own, to save her.

Barely two weeks later, sixteen-year-old Shidane Abukar Arone is tortured to death. Dozens of Canadian soldiers look on or know of the torture.

An adversary who attacks an organization from within can prove fatal to the organization and is generally impervious to conventional defenses. Drawn from the findings of an award-winning thesis, Managing the Insider Threat: No Dark Corners is the first comprehensive resource to use social science research to explain why traditional methods fail aga

Dark sound carries the dense cultural weight of darkness; it is the undertow of music that embodies melancholy, desire, grief, violence, rage, pain, loss and longing. Compelling and unnerving, dark sound immerses bodies in the darkest moments and delves into the depths of our hidden inner selves. There is a strangely perverse appeal about music that conjures intense affective states and about sound that can move its listeners to the very edge of the sayable. Through a series of case studies that include Moor Mother, Anna Calvi, Björk, Chelsea Wolfe and Diamanda Galás, D Ferrett argues that the extreme limits and transgressions of dark sound not only imply the limits of language, but are moreover tied to a cultural and historical association between darkness and the feminine within music and music discourse. Whilst the oppressive and violent associations between darkness and femininity are acknowledged, the author challenges their value to misogynistic, racist, capitalist and patriarchal power, showing how dark sound is charged with social, creative and political momentum.

Once again the Immortal Guardian, Saul, is called upon to save two mortals he is assigned to watch over, protecting them from the Dark Being, Roman, Saul’s counterpart from the dark side, as he tries to derail destinies written by the Fates and followed since birth. Beautiful, young model Abby Mathews moved to the small town of Winston, Nebraska, as her destiny ordered. She flourished, and she was accepted as one of the town’s own. Tall, handsome Balthazar Hix grew up in Winston, a man as beautiful on the inside as the outside. It was no surprise he made women’s hearts beat a little faster, trying to capture his attention, wanting to claim him for their own. Living in the small town, it was inevitable that the two should meet and, following destiny’s path, fall in love. But all it would take was whispers, Dark Whispers, for chaos to be let loose, and lives would be changed forever. Roman laughed with twisted glee as he planted seeds of hatred and distrust in human ears. Before long, hunger for revenge and murder was born. It grew, ripened, until Roman was ready for harvest—the harvest was murder!

This study of Bram Stoker focuses on Stoker as a Gothic writer. Identified with Dracula, Stoker is largely responsible for taking the Gothic away from medieval castles and placing it at the center of modern life. The study examines Stoker's contribution to the modern notion of Gothic and thus to the history of popular culture and demonstrates that the excess generally associated with the Gothic is Stoker's way of examining the social, economic, and political problems. His relevance today is his depiction of problems that continue to haunt us at the beginning of the twenty first century. What makes the current study unique is that it privileges Stoker's use of the Gothic but also addresses that Stoker wrote seventeen other books plus numerous articles and short stories. Since a number of these works are decidedly not Gothic, the study puts his Gothic novels and short stories into the perspective of everything that he wrote. The creator of Dracula also wrote The Duties of Clerks of Petty Sessions in Ireland, a standard reference work for clerks in the Irish civil service, as well as The Man and Lady Athlyne, two delightful romances. Furthermore, Stoker was fascinated with technological development and racial and gender development at the end of the century as well as in supernatural mystery. Indeed the study demonstrates that the tension between the things that can be explained rationally and the things that cannot is important to our understanding of Stoker as a Gothic writer.

"Embark on a mesmerizing odyssey through the enchanting realms of the Multiverse Cafe, where magic intertwines with destiny, and cosmic forces beckon the curious. In 'Chronicles of the Multiverse Cafe,' follow the journey of Alex, a young and inquisitive traveler, driven by a mysterious force to explore the magical nexus connecting diverse dimensions. As the hidden entrance is unveiled, the cafe reveals its secrets—each sip of its otherworldly brew opening gateways to landscapes and inhabitants from realms beyond imagination. Alex's quest for knowledge unfolds against the backdrop of a prophecy, foretelling a great upheaval that threatens the very fabric of the Multiverse. Venture alongside Alex as the team discovers the profound mysteries of the Multiverse realms, encountering unique magical elements, fantastical creatures, and ancient prophecies that shape the destiny of interconnected dimensions. The discovery of a malevolent force adds urgency to their mission, propelling them into a cosmic struggle where choices and sacrifices become the threads of a tapestry woven with the fate of the Multiverse Cafe. Witness the assembly of a diverse team, their training, and the trials they face in realms filled with challenges and wonders. The final showdown with the dark force unfolds in epic battles, revealing the true power of the Multiverse and its profound connection to our young protagonist, Alex. As the prophecy's significance becomes clear, Alex's quest transforms into a cosmic journey with far-reaching consequences. Unravel the mysteries, encounter wise beings, and decode ancient texts as Alex strives to understand the origins and purpose of the Multiverse Cafe. The Dark Threat looms large, compelling Alex to assemble a team from various realms, uncover the dark history behind the impending danger, and confront a malevolent force threatening the stability of the Multiverse Cafe. Join the team in recruiting allies, establishing alliances, and overcoming cultural differences. Witness their training and preparation for the ultimate confrontation, a journey that tests the strength and unity of the diverse team, leading to individual character arcs and growth. The Multiverse Cafe's destiny is unveiled, propelling the team into a final showdown that culminates in epic battles, sacrifices, and the unveiling of the true power of the Multiverse. The resolution of the prophecy brings forth a deeper understanding of its significance and the cosmic balance it seeks to maintain. Explore the aftermath of the conflict as realms recover and the Multiverse Cafe undergoes transformative changes. Alex's final revelation unveils the ultimate purpose of their journey, solidifying their role as the guardian of the Multiverse Cafe and its interconnected realms. Immerse yourself in 'Chronicles of the Multiverse Cafe,' a captivating tale of magic, destiny, and the enduring power of unity in the face of cosmic challenges. The multiverse awaits, and its chronicles are waiting to be unveiled."

American Empire is at its apex. We are the sole superpower with no potential challenger for a generation. We can reach any point on the globe with our cruise missiles and smart bombs and our culture penetrates every nook and cranny of the global village. Yet we are now the most hated country on earth, buried beneath a mountain of debt and morally bankrupt. Where the Right Went Wrong chronicles how the Bush administration and Beltway conservatives have abandoned their principles, and how a tiny cabal hijacked U. S. foreign policy, and may have ignited a "war of civilizations" with the Islamic world that will leave America's military mired down in Middle East wars for years to come. At the same time, these Republicans have sacrificed the American worker on the altar of free trade and discarded the beliefs of Taft, Goldwater and Reagan to become a party of Big Government that sells its soul to the highest bidder. A damning portrait of the present masters of the GOP, Where the Right Went Wrong calls to task the Bush administration for its abandonment of true conservatism including: - The neo-conservative cabal-liberal wolves in conservative suits. - Why the Iraq War has widened and imperiled the War on Terror. - How current trade policy outsources American sovereignty, independence and industrial power.

An eminent soprano distills a lifetime of work, research, and experience into concise, revealing lessons in the interpretation of songs by Schubert, Brahms, Schumann, Haydn, Beethoven, Strauss, Mahler, Debussy, and other masters.