Showing results by author "Cassandra" in All Categories

Niemals wird sie den Tag vergessen, an dem ihre Eltern starben. Die 17-jährige Emma Carstairs war noch ein Kind, als sie damals ermordet wurden, und es herrschte Krieg. Die Wesen der Unterwelt kämpften bis aufs Blut gegeneinander, und die Schattenjäger, die Erzfeinde der Dämonen, wurden fast völlig ausgelöscht. Aber Emma glaubt bis heute nicht, dass ihre Eltern Opfer dieses dunklen Krieges wurden, sondern dass sie aus einem anderen rätselhaften Grund sterben mussten.

Die fünfzehnjährige Clary lebt mit ihrer Mutter in New York. Als diese entführt wird, lüftet Clary das Familiengeheimnis: Ihre Mutter gehörte einst der Bruderschaft der Shadowhunter an, einer Gruppe, die seit über tausend Jahren Dämonen jagt. Nach und nach beginnt auch Clary in diese Welt einzudringen. Doch die Welt der Dämonenjäger ist zerrissen. Werden Clary und ihre Freunde es schaffen, ihre Mutter zu retten?

Kaum ist die Dämonin Lilith besiegt, fehlt von Jace, den Clary über alles liebt, jede Spur - auch ihr finsterer Halbbruder Sebastian ist verschwunden. Doch Jace findet wieder einen Weg zu Clary und enthüllt sein schreckliches Schicksal: Durch Liliths Magie ist er auf immer mit Sebastian und den dunklen Mächten verbunden. Um Jace zu retten, müssen sich auch die Schattenjäger der schwarzen Magie verschreiben. Clary geht dabei den gefährlichsten Weg: Sie möchte Jaces Seele retten.

Business Podcast. Teaching you how to grow personally & professionally. Are you an entrepreneur, hungry for more from your business? Does your business have control over you, or do you have control over your business? Running a business isn't left to chance. We need a clear direction, and the right systems, steps, structure and tools to connect the dots and plan for a successful journey. A business that doesn't burn you out and drain your passion, but ignites your entrepreneurial spirit.This podcast instils the Business Savage mentality. From how to cultivate a CEO mindset, handle setbacks, ...

Magnus Bane and Alec Lightwood might fall in love - but first they have a first date. One of 10 adventures in The Bane Chronicles. When Magnus Bane, warlock, meets Alec Lightwood, Shadowhunter, sparks fly. And what happens on their first date lights a flame.... This stand-alone short story illuminates the life of the enigmatic Magnus Bane, whose alluring personality populates the pages of the number-one New York Times best-selling series The Mortal Instruments and The Infernal Devices.

A Gothic romance novel set in the unrivaled opulence of Victorian England during the hauntingly beautiful but unrelenting times of the late 19th century. "Dark Love" is an engrossing saga of passion, despair, secrets, and redemption – offering an unforgettable reading experience that delves deep into the melancholic beauty of human experience. Plot Summary"Dark Love" sets the stage within the grand yet desolate Snickner Hall in England, weaving an enthralling narrative about the lives of the St. John family grappling with death, loss, and dark secrets. Detailed SummaryIn the chilling ...

Callie’s life is spent caring for others - for Frey, her client, and for Noah, her brother. When a tragic car accident shatters her family, she’s left alone with her mother, Vanessa. Vanessa's favourite child was Noah; Callie's favourite parent was her dad. Now they're stuck with each other - the leftovers of their family - and they'll have to confront the ways they've been hurt and the ways they've passed that hurt on to others.

A gothic horror novel set in London and Egypt during the early 20th century, this book embarks on a chilling journey into the arcane. From the smoky streets of London, reaching into the depths of ancient Egyptian mysteries, the novel bridges across time and space to unveil a tale that's frighteningly immersive and compellingly cryptic. Unfolding the MysteryThe story unfolds with a chilling nocturnal encounter in the heart of London's Victorian mansions. Trail the steps of Steven Strausberg—a tenacious barrister—as he is unwittingly drawn into a spiraling vortex of cryptic riddles and ...

While it’s widely known in the US that the first president did not have any biological children, few are aware that he had several stepgrandchildren. In First Family, we see Washington as a father figure, as well as meet the children he helped raise and trace their complicated roles in American history. First Family brings new focus and attention to this surprisingly neglected aspect of George Washington’s life and legacy.

Poor Chrissy. All she wants to do is explore her sexuality while righting the injustices of the world. Unfortunately, every time she tries to do the right thing, she gets f---ed. In these three stories, join her as she is covered in cum for the first, second, and third times.

What if you could increase your success, health, and happiness with a few simple steps? How would your life be different if you had more energy, motivation, confidence, and self-belief? What if you could hit your business, personal, and financial targets easily? Imagine waking up every morning looking forward to your day, working and living with purpose, passion, and profit. Amazon best-selling author of Mid-Life Career Rescue and award-winning artist Cassandra Gaisford provides simple but powerful and easy to implement ways to find your passion and purpose.

Willkommen in New York City. Der coolsten Stadt der Welt. Der Stadt, die niemals schläft. Denn hier sind die Kreaturen der Nacht unterwegs. Feen und Vampire, Engel und Dämonen. Und sie sind auf der Jagd - Simon Lewis muss sich noch daran gewöhnen, ein Vampir zu sein. Besonders seit seine beste Freundin Clary kaum noch Zeit für ihn hat. Sie ist zu beschäftigt mit ihrer Ausbildung zur Schattenjägerin und träumt von ihrer großen Liebe.

The summer solstice is the longest day of the year, but even the light can't keep away all that goes bump in the night. From rituals and witches to summer slasher and sunny horror, this anthology has it all.

At the center of Cassandra Medley's play is the controversial idea that higher concentrations of melanin in the genetic makeup of people of color make them mentally, physically, and spiritually superior. Based on the scientific studies of her ironically now-deceased father, Kalima, a fledging molecular scientist looking to come to her own has a difficult time owning his flawed research. Her mother Claire, who carry's her deceased husband's scientific torch has a hard time reckoning with her daughter's enlightenment.

Les origines du monde des chasseurs d'ombres, en pleine révolution industrielle... Tessa débarque à Londres pour rejoindre son frère. Mais à peine arrivée, elle tombe dans un piège : enlevée par les horribles sœurs soires, elle développe des pouvoirs qu'elle ignorait posséder. Jusqu'au jour où Will, un chasseur d'ombres, la libère et lui apprend qu'elle est une créature obscure. Un nouveau destin attend Tessa dans un monde mystérieux où vampires, sorciers et autres créatures de l'ombre règnent en maîtres.

Do you struggle to get students’ attention? Are you unsure how to monitor your students’ work? Don’t know what to do with the last 10 minutes of class? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this audiobook is for you.... In this resource, you'll discover new ways to approach the sometimes daunting task of taking over a classroom!

Oleander Li was a young girl with an untamed spirit, raised in a small town nestled just shy of the bustling city of Sydney, Australia. With long black hair and amber eyes, she was a presence that never failed to turn heads. But when she crossed paths with the notorious bad boy of the town, Hael, her life took a sharp turn. Suddenly, a whirlwind of drugs, parties, and abuse became her normal. The once bright future she had imagined for herself faded into a distant memory. Day by day, her eyes lost their spark as she became lost in the chaos and darkness of her new reality.

Blood is bright crimson. Your lips have turned blue. Best keep both eyes open. Because we are coming for you. - Valentine's Day isn’t all love, fun, and games. Flash horror Valentine's stories from a ton of talented authors. From dark and disturbing, morbid humor, or guts and gore; these stories have it all. How will you celebrate the holidays?

The Hellebore Technical Institute for the Gifted is the premier academy for the dangerously powerful: the Anti-Christs and Ragnaroks, the world-eaters and apocalypse-makers. Hellebore promises redemption, acceptance, and a normal life after graduation. At least, that’s what Alessa Li is told when she’s kidnapped and forcibly enrolled. But the Institute is more than just a haven for monsters. On graduation day, the faculty go on a ravenous rampage, feasting on Alessa’s classmates.

La lutte entre le bien et le mal se poursuit. Valentin rassemble son armée pour éradiquer la lignée des Chasseurs d'Ombres. Clary se rend dans la Cité de Verre afin de sauver sa mère et découvrir son passé. S'introduire dans la Cité sans l'autorisation de l'Enclave n'est pas sans danger... Au cours de sa quête, Clary rencontre Sébastien, un garçon énigmatique. Avec lui, elle comprend que le seul moyen d'arrêter la fureur de Valentin est de former une alliance entre Chasseurs d'Ombres et Créatures Obscures.