One morning in May 2003, on the cyclone-ravaged island of Rodrigues in the Indian Ocean, the body of a man washes up on the beach. Six weeks previously, the night Tropical Cyclone Kalunde first gathered force, destruction of another kind hit twenty-six-year-old Genie Lallan and her life in London: after a night out with her brother she wakes up in hospital to discover that he's disappeared. Where has Paul gone and why did he abandon her at the club where she collapsed? Genie's search for him leads her to Rodrigues, sister island to Mauritius - their island of origin, and for Paul, the only place he has ever felt at home. Will Genie track Paul down? And what will she find if she does? An imaginative reworking of the French 18th century classic, 'Paul et Virginie', set in London, Mauritius and Rodrigues, Genie and Paul is an utterly original love story: the story of a sister's love for a lost brother, and the story of his love for an island that has never really existed.

Genie and Paul is an utterly original love story: the story of a sister's love for a lost brother, and the story of his love for an island that has never really existed. One morning in May 2003, on the cyclone-ravaged island of Rodrigues in the Indian Ocean, the body of a man washes up on the beach. Six weeks previously, the night Tropical Cyclone Kalunde first gathered force, destruction of another kind hit 26-year-old Genie Lallan and her life in London: after a night out with her brother she wakes up in hospital to discover that he's disappeared. Where has Paul gone, and why did he abandon her at the club where she collapsed? Genie's search for him leads her to Rodrigues, sister island to Mauritius—their island of origin, and for Paul, the only place he has ever felt at home. Will Genie track Paul down? And what will she find if she does?

Mysterious forces are at play when Paul’s vacation to Spain unexpectedly detours to Gibraltar and then Morocco, to a vodka bottle in a hole in the wall bar, to a handsome genie with a slew of secrets, plus almost limitless powers, virtually no memory, and a keen desire to be freed from his curse. Along the way, Paul is reunited with his ex-lover and the genie’s previous master as fate draws them ever deeper into a murky, dangerous past. On our heroes travel, from the frigid north of Russia to a magic carpet ride across China, ultimately finding themselves in the deserts of ancient Jordan. Here, they encounter another of the genie’s previous masters and a power far greater than they could’ve ever imagined, all within a massive temple carved into a mountainside. Can our intrepid foursome uncover the truth before the curse takes them all and possibly the entire world down? Will love win out in the end? Or is the genie forever doomed to a life foretold in fairy tales? In this funny, frisky, and frequently heart-pounding adventure, only one thing is for certain: magic can happen even without three wishes.

"A magical book that can help you transcend life's greatest illusions and live a wishes fulfilled existence."-DEEPAK CHOPRAAre you interested in living your dreams? Longing for a transformation in your life? Would you like to understand your soul's purpose? Do you have a burning desire to reach your full potential and contribute more meaningfully in the world?If you are ready to master your mind and access the freedom needed to achieve your truest wishes, then, it may be time for the Tiny Book of Magic.In this motivational book, combining magic, strength, wisdom and simplicity into an inspiring tale of self-discovery, Joshua Dawson reveals how to effectively make the shift from ordinary to ExtraOrdinary living - a life filled with purpose, compassion, impact, and love. Diving deep, you are gently helped with:* The daily tools and tactics needed to fulfill your wishes without sacrificing yourself in the process* How to transform your problems, hardships and challenges into your biggest opportunities that will propel you into the magic zone* How to make life count and flow with ease by focusing on what truly matters* How to attract everything you'll ever need to be happy* How magic is disguised by a thin veil of culturally and historically created illusions* How to express your most perfect and powerful dreams to the world (that make buying into your vision an obvious no-brainer)* How to apply spiritual solutions in any area of your life - From business to family and everything in between.The Tiny Book of Magic begins with a mystical story of how the untimely death of Joshua's father released a quest to understand the depth of life, awakening a dormant spirit. A quest leading him from the day to day business grind to travelling around the world dressed as a Blue Genie granting wishes for people in need. Revealing riches far different-and far more satisfying-than he ever imagined.During his travels granting wishes and sharing the stage with names that include Eckhart Tolle, Dr. Wayne Dyer, Deepak Chopra, Marianne Williamson, and Jack Canfield, Joshua came to remember that fulfilling all your deepest desires is much closer than you think. This transformational guide teaches us about the essential wisdom of listening to our hearts, and, most importantly, of expressing our true nature and fulfilling our dreams."Wow! I feel like I just came from a beautiful,enlightening, and life changing retreat after this week or so of delving into your book. The irony is that this "Tiny" book is going to have HUGE and profound effects on people. It already has, I can say that from experience."-Tasleem R, Vancouver

Spanning the decades that saw Northern Ireland move from brutal conflict to uncertain peace in the 1990s, this powerful new take on the literature of the Troubles is both a political coming-of-age novel and a fast-paced literary thriller. Aoife, a young girl growing up in 1980s Belfast, finds herself the last line of defence between the violence and her family. While her mother sinks deeper into a medicated stupor, and her father leaves the family for the comforts of the local bars, Aoife cares for her brother Damien, trying to keep him out of harm's way, while all around her friends and neighbours are swept up in the conflict. Meanwhile Cassie, a Republican paramilitary and honeytrap, lures and seduces her victims, inflicting lasting damage. But her infamous tacti have their repercussions, and before long her past catches up with her. So It Is is an unflinching and suspenseful debut that reflects the factions and fractures of the Troubles from a new perspective, culminating in a breathless sequence in which the choice between violence and personal morality becomes shockingly acute.

Walk among the mysterious streets of Denska and collect the real pages of artwork behind PixelOpus' endearing video game Concrete Genie! This art book studies the power of self-expression, creativity and the game's core fantasy of making anyone believe they can be an artist - just like the talented protagonist of the game, Ash. Return to the characters, monsters, and lore of Denska to uncover the secrets behind PixelOpus' 'living paint' mechanics that allow the walls of Denska to come to life with player creations. Witness a special, behind-the-scenes look at the development of Concrete Genie from the small and passionate team that brought it to life. From the developers of a truly empowering journey about oppression and creativity, Dark Horse Books and PixelOpus are delighted to present The Art of Concrete Genie! This art book collects heart-warming, magnificent illustrations for fans of Ash and his wildly varied 'living paint' creations within Concrete Genie.

The first “engrossing”(Entertainment Weekly) legal thriller in the New York Times bestselling Paul Madriani series! Defense attorney Paul Madriani was on the rise with the California law firm of Potter, Skarpellos—until a short-lived affair with Potter's wife, Talia, cost him his job. A year later, when Talia is accused of Potter’s murder Paul is thrust back into the big time—and he soon uncovers secrets that may end his career...and his life.