A dragon has stolen the king's gold and it must be recovered at all costs. Sacha, a young girl who lives in the village, is rumored to have a dragon friend. Torbin, the young castle guard, is the only one who witnesses the crime being committed. Accompanied by Sacha's faithful dog, they embark upon a journey to find and return the gold. Along this fast-paced adventure they overcome perils, meet new friends, and discover a growing bond for each other. They learn about Mother Nature and the effects of disturbing her delicate balance. The Firestorm Heart is the story of how we interact with each other, different cultures, and our environment. This story conveys what all parents would like to tell their children about life. This is a delicious story for all ages that promotes a love of nature and a respect for all living things with beautiful illustrations by the young artist, Celtianna Duk.

A Viking vampire must face his tortuous past to save the woman who holds the key to his future. Eric Wulfgar escaped from twisted dreams, only to find insanity following him into reality. Feeling like a shell of the man he once was, his King’s orders to help a New Orleans vampire clan might require more than he can give. Duty offers him no choice but to leave the shadows, and return to the living. Cat Bienville is frantic. Someone, or something, is stalking the vampires of New Orleans. When the missing turn up dead, with no explanation why, and her Sire disappears, she runs out of options. Left in charge of her vampire coven, Cat knows her duty is to keep her people safe. Only, she’s not prepared for help to come in the form of a chauvinistic male, with such a tattered soul. When friends may be foes, Cat and Eric must find balance with one another, in order to unveil the evil in their midst, even as a bigger threat darkens the horizon. Yet, Cat’s past may fracture their growing bonds. How can she give Eric her heart, when her deepest secret may be more than he can ever accept?

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THIS SWEET FIREFIGHTER ROMANCE WILL MELT YOUR HEART ... Becca Trevor never intended to come back to pretty little St. Caroline, Maryland—where, growing up, she was the wild child/black sheep/girl who couldn’t get anything right. And she definitely never intended to see Jack Wolfe again, with whom she shared an unforgettable fifteen minutes seven years ago. Jack Wolfe was the golden boy of St. Caroline. Smart, Ivy League-educated, law school-bound. He has a nice, steady job as an attorney with a hotshot tech company in California … well no, scratch that. That’s just what everyone—including his dying mother—believes. He just has to keep his real life secret until summer’s end. But Becca has an even bigger secret of her own … one that will change hers and Jack’s lives forever. This sweet small town firefighter romance will melt your heart! Come to the shores of the Chesapeake Bay in Julia Gabriel’s new series about love, family, and second chances ... The 300-year-old town of St. Caroline, Maryland, is part fishing village and part summer playground for the wealthy and powerful. Meet the Trevor women—Michelle, Becca, Charlotte, Natalie, Cassidy and Lauren—and their popular quilt shop, Quilt Therapy. Across town, the men of the Wolfe family have been the backbone of the St. Caroline fire department for generations—and Tim, Jack, Matt and Oliver are continuing the tradition. Book 1: Hearts on Fire Book 2 Two of Hearts Book 3: This Reminds Me of Us Book 4: The Holiday Movie (coming 2023) **** Read what others are saying about Hearts on Fire ... "Julia Gabriel does an amazing job with this devastatingly, heartbreaking love story." -- RT Book Reviews, Top Pick "Hearts on Fire is a heart-wrenching and emotional read, with a sweet payoff that will leave readers smiling" -- InD'Tale Magazine “This book was so good, that I went back and ordered the rest of this series. This may have been my first book by this author, but it won't be my last.” “Grab the tissues - this second-chance romance is going to tug at all your heartstrings.” “I adored Hearts on Fire & I read this book way way past my bedtime.” "Holy Cow!!! This story was so riveting, that I just couldn't put it down." "Just wow!" "I am blown away at this beautiful love story! This should be made into a movie! Seriously, right from the very beginning you are hooked on the next chapter. I've always been a Mary Higgins Clark reader .... This book is gets my five star review!" "This book was so beautiful written. I couldn't put it down!" "Julia Gabriel touches the heart!" "I loved this book from beginning to the end! I read a lot of books, sometime in a single day! This book I wanted to savor and make it last!!" "This was a riveting tale that I could not put down. I wept, laughed, and was charmed by this full cast of delightful characters. Ms. Gabriel created a unique plotline that builds this novel with so much warmth that you just want to hug all of the characters to let them know everything will be all right." "I HIGHLY recommend this novel to anyone wanting a uniquely written contemporary sweet romance." "If you are looking for a clean romance that takes you through so much emotion, this is a great choice for you. Be ready for the tears, because they are coming, but know that the ending will make you smile!" "OMG!! I found a favorite "new" author! I adored Hearts on Fire & I read this book way way past my bedtime." "The advance copy I read of this book is my first by this author, and this lady has some mad writing skills. Not only did she create a quaint, sweet, small town setting that anyone would love to visit, all of the characters are dynamic, complex, realistic people that I felt like I knew personally. There are some tough topics that she masterfully addresses with compassion, tenderness and stark reality so much so that I felt the emotions right along with the characters. I laughed. I cried. I felt frustrated, uncertain and hopeless, and then relieved, joyful and at peace." "This is the first book I've read by this author. I am just blown away." "Heartbreakingly Beautiful. This is the first book that I have read by Julia Gabriel and I can honestly say that it will stay with me for a while. I couldn't help but love Becca (how can you not!). She sees herself as a walking, talking, disaster. I also really liked Jack, the golden boy meant for greatness, who couldn't truly be himself." "This book is truly what a great love story should be and I shed a few tears reading it. The emotions that come out from these characters are what makes it so amazing."

It's September 1, 1894, and 13-year-old Maggie Grant and her family are about to face a terror like none they've ever experienced. Having recently moved to the newly constructed town of Hinckley, Minnesota, they are caught in the path of one of the deadliest forest fires in history. Separated from her brothers and forced to flee, Maggie begins a harrowing train ride to Duluth, Minnesota, as the fire rages around her. Once there, Maggie must make a choice--should she stay in Duluth, or can she face her fears and return to what remains of Hinckley to search for her brothers?

Dr. George Regas led the congregation of All Saints Episcopal Church in Pasadena, California, for nearly three decades. The witness of this remarkable church has brought transformation to the lives of communities and individuals across the land. Hearts on Fire is the story of this amazing priest and his parish. With its rich tradition and cutting edge social ministry, All Saints is one of the premier parishes in the United States. The story of All Saints is especially relevant because it shines as a bright light across the bleak landscape of urban America. Where can we find a witness to the good news of personal and social redemption in the midst of the moral confusion and spiritual crisis of our age? This book will fill the reader with hope for the dawn of a new age of morality, justice, and faith. All Saints Church is still growing, looking forward to a new rector in the person of Ed Bacon, and eager to empower its members and transform its community.

The fire gained momentum as howling winds and sheets of red-hot embers barreled up the vertical canyon. Noah's heart thumped wildly. His mind raced as he scanned for any open space to deploy his fire shelter. Finding a slight depression on the forest floor, he yanked his shelter out of the pack and wrestled inside...waiting. As fire season rages, another storm brews. Ashley Smith, a busy mom and NICU nurse struggles. Her firefighter husband, Noah, is gone for sudden lengthy stretches during fire season. His dangerous job, the unbearable stress it creates, and their increased time apart, tears at the foundation of their relationship. An unexpected encounter with a former flame causes Ashley to face both her own flawed self-identity and what is truth. Forced to her knees before God, she must learn who she is, if she's to keep her marriage from crumbling. Will their love weather the firestorm?