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Gabby Ashford has just survived an attempt on her life. Detectives have connected her story to two other cases in the area: Professional women drugged at a bar, brought to their homes, and drowned in their bathtubs. Gabby, who miraculously woke up in her own bathtub unharmed, could be the key to finding a serial killer on the loose - but she has no memory of the attack. Gabby admits herself to a high-end rehabilitation center to recover, and to seek the help of a psychiatrist renowned for his work with memory recovery.

The stories in this collection can be traced back to Middle Eastern folk tales compiled in Arabic during the Islamic Golden Age The works were collected over many centuries by various authors, translators, and scholars across West, Central, and South Asia and North Africa. Some tales themselves trace their roots back to ancient and medieval Arabic, Persian, Greek, Indian, Jewish, and Turkish folklore and literature.

Witness a tale of love, fairies, and betrayal in this classic tale. Theseus, duke of Athens, is preparing for his marriage when Hermia, and her father, Egeus, burst into his court and beg for Theseus’s judgment regarding whom Hermia, Egeus’s, daughter, should marry. Theseus tells Hermia she must marry Demetrius, even though she really loves Lysander.

In this enchanting collection of tales, the main narrative follows King Shahryar and his new bride, Scheherazade. After discovering his ex-wifes betrayal, the king vows to marry a virgin each night only to execute her the following morning, believing all women to be unfaithful. However, Scheherazade, clever and resourceful, marries him and begins to weave a captivating tapestry of stories each night, leaving them unfinished to prolong her life and intrigue the king. As the nights unfold, readers are treated to a myriad of adventures, some nested within others, featuring beloved tales such as ...

The Pet Club is going camping! From bonfires and tasty treats to scary stories and strange noises, this will be one fun adventure!

This audiobook describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, and behavior of moths.

Flying combat missions in wartime is always dangerous. But imagine doing so in a slow, rickety biplane, at night, with no lights or navigational equipment of any kind. Sound impossible? It wasn't for the Soviet Night Witches. This unit of incredibly brave women flew hundreds of missions to attack German forces on the front lines during World War II. Learn all about these brave women and how their skill and courage in battle helped defeat the Nazis to win the war.

Dive into the enchanting world of A Thousand Nights and a Night, a captivating collection of stories that have been woven together over centuries by a myriad of authors, translators, and scholars. This treasure trove of mythology and folklore originates from the Indian subcontinent, Persia, and Arabia, with its roots tracing back to around AD 800-900. The narrative unfolds through the clever storytelling of Shahrazad, who spins her tales to delay her fate at the hands of her husband, Shahryar. Among the many beloved stories are the adventures of Ali Baba and the legendary voyages of Sinbad the...

Sam spends a typical day having breakfast with his family, learning and having fun at school, playing with his friend Max, and heading for bed with his dog, Lucky.

A lonely farmhouse on a deserted dirt road holds a terrible secret. A young boy is held captive by his family. But it's for his own good. They are trying to protect him from a dangerous creature. A creature that screams in the night.

When someone you love goes to jail, you might feel lost, scared, and even mad. What do you do? No matter who your loved one is, this story can help you through the tough times.

When a spontaneous time leap sends Nickolas Flux back to the Boston Tea Party, what's a teenage history buff to do? Join the rebellion, of course! From meeting Samuel Adams to dumping tea into Boston Harbor, Nick must survive one of the most pivotal moments in Colonial history.

Sasha King dreams of being a serious novelist and living the good life with her surfer boyfriend, Brock. But her day job as assistant producer of Project Icon, a once-mighty ratings juggernaut that’s recently taken a hit in viewership, keeps her working nonstop. She’s got her hands full with Icon’s two new celebrity judges, entrepreneur-actress-singer Bibi Vasquez ("Crew to be forbidden to make eye contact with Artist AT ALL TIMES," reads her contract) and Joey Lovecraft, a horny but spiritual rock legend who doesn’t even own a TV (it goes against the teachings of his guru, Tibetan high lama Yutog Gonpo).

Dive into the enchanting world of A Thousand Nights and a Night, a mesmerizing collection of stories woven together over centuries by a diverse array of authors, translators, and scholars. This rich tapestry of mythology and folklore spans the Indian subcontinent, Persia, and Arabia, with its origins believed to date back to between AD 800-900. At the heart of these tales is the clever Shahrazad, who captivates her husband, Shahryar, with cliff-hanger stories to save her life. Among the many beloved narratives that have emerged from this compilation are the adventures of Ali Baba and the Forty...

Dive into the enchanting world of A Thousand Nights and a Night—a mesmerizing anthology of tales that have captivated audiences for centuries. This rich collection weaves together mythology and folklore from the Indian subcontinent, Persia, and Arabia, all brought to life through the artful storytelling of Shahrazad. As she spins her captivating narratives to delay her fate at the hands of her husband, Shahryar, youll encounter iconic stories such as Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves and the daring voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. This edition features the second of sixteen volumes translated by ...

Dive into the enchanting world of the Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night, also known as the Arabian Nights. This captivating collection features timeless stories woven together across centuries by various authors, translators, and scholars. Originating from the rich tapestry of mythology and folk tales from the Indian subcontinent, Persia, and Arabia, these narratives have been shaped by history, with their roots traced back to somewhere between AD 800 and 900. At the heart of these tales is the clever and resourceful Shahrazad, who spins a series of cliff-hangers to delay her fate at the...

Dive into the enchanting world of the Book of A Thousand Nights and a Night, a mesmerizing collection of stories that have captivated audiences for centuries. Originating between AD 800-900, this anthology features a rich tapestry of myths and folk tales from the Indian sub-continent, Persia, and Arabia. The narrative unfolds through the clever storytelling of Shahrazad, who spins tales filled with suspense and adventure to delay her fate at the hands of her husband, Shahryar. Among these timeless tales are classics like Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves and the thrilling voyages of Sinbad the ...

Dive into the enchanting world of the Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night, a captivating collection of stories that have been woven together over centuries by numerous authors, translators, and scholars. This rich tapestry of mythology and folklore draws from diverse cultures, including the Indian subcontinent, Persia, and Arabia. While no original manuscript exists, the collection is believed to have originated between AD 800-900. The tales are artfully framed by the clever Shahrazad, who spins cliff-hangers to delay her fate at the hands of her husband, Shahryar. Among the timeless ...

In this captivating volume, Shahrazad spins a tapestry of enchanting Arabic folk tales for her sister, all expertly translated by the renowned Richard F. Burton. These timeless stories have been gathered over centuries from diverse cultures, including Syria, Arabia, Yemen, India, Persia, Egypt, and Asia Minor, with origins dating back to AD 800-900. While Burtons 17-volume collection has garnered many admirers, it has also faced criticism for its archaic language and a preoccupation with sexuality, leading some to describe it as an eccentric ego-trip. His extensive notes and appendices are ...

Dive into the enchanting world of the Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night, a mesmerizing collection of stories that have been woven together over millennia by various authors, translators, and scholars. This rich tapestry of mythology and folklore hails from the Indian subcontinent, Persia, and Arabia. Though no original manuscript has ever been uncovered, the tales are believed to have originated between AD 800 and 900. The narrative unfolds through the clever storytelling of Shahrazad, who captivates her husband Shahryar with cliff-hangers to save her life. Within this volume, discover ...