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Earth Mage Rhebentrev'noren never expected to be warlord of anywhere, much less Khobunter. For that matter, he never expected to receive orders directly from a Gardener, which is an experience and a half all by itself. Not that he can properly dwell on it, with everything else demanding his attention. In this harsh, desert land, the new warlords are missing half of the resources they require. They need to build their own magical academy, but sorely lack enough trained magicians to run it. They need to conquer the rest of Riyu without making the same mistakes they did at Alred Watchtower, but don't possess the means to pull it off. Willpower, dragons, and magic can only carry them so far. They need more allies and time to gather them with. Unfortunately, the remaining warlords of Khobunter have no intention of giving them that time.

"Think of a city whose inhabitants respect more than each other and their own interests. Its destruction would not be a crime against humanity but a crime against life. They might not bomb such a city. "There is no moral reason for humanity to continue, if its ends are limited to itself. And this is how we must stop seeing ourselves. This is why we destroy each other. If we disregard the life around us, why should we not be equally disregarded?" - Mura, a young performance artist, in The Wild Horses of Hiroshima An American medic, Jonathan Springborne, wounded in the Pacific theatre and recuperating in Japan after the Second World War, sets out to find if Myeko, his former pen pal, has survived the bombing of Hiroshima. She has, but not her family. Jonathan brings Myeko back with him to America where they raise their child in a climate of thinly coated racial tolerance. Upon her husband's death, Myeko returns to Japan with their son Yukio. Despite becoming a champion sumo wrestler, he only achieves full acceptance into Japanese society after writing a memoir telling the story of his family's origins that transforms him into a symbol of the country's tragic history. In his retirement he continues to write and, part way through one of his narratives, Yukio finds himself caught up in the entanglement of his geisha lady, Satoko, and her underworld client Boss Hirohito, whose jealousy sets in train a series of events that ultimately cause Yukio's path and that of the performance artist Mura and her boyfriend Yoko to cross. Here, life and art merge with Yukio drawing inspiration from the real life events surrounding the two lovers and, finally, giving moral license to an act on the part of Yoko that his former Yakuza Boss requires before he will exercise his power to bring the wild horses into the city. Mura, whom the Hiroshima Nuclear Disarmament Committee has contracted to do performance pieces for the greater enlightenment of visitors to the city, wishes to make a much larger statement to the world as a whole. Her understanding of the nuclear question is that human society is basically self-centered and in order for its cities not to be indiscriminately targeted despite their cultural achievements, as with Dresden in the Second World War, they need to show themselves valuing the totality of life and not simply their own human interests. A city that is able to accommodate the natural world, she argues, will no longer be a target for destruction and will help to diffuse the nuclear confrontations. Mura's idea is to fill Hiroshima with wild horses and leave the question to the world, "Would you bomb us again? Would you bomb a city that treasures all of life?"

A fun-filled prequel to The Wizard of Oz. This fictional story chronicles L. Frank Baum's first adventures in the Land of Oz, his royal appointment as the Royal Historian of Oz, and what inspired him to write his famous Wizard of Oz. Before Dorothy was swept away in a tornado to Oz . . .Before the yellow brick road . . .Before the Scarecrow hung in a cornfield. . . Thirteen-year-old Frankie is visiting his uncle in Alaska and it's time to return home. His grandparents need his help on the family farm. But before Frankie must leave, there's just enough time for one last dogsled ride. He hitches Sebastian, a large Siberian husky, to the dogsled and off they go up the mountain. Of course, in a good story, plans never turn out as expected and Frankie's last dogsled ride turns into an adventure that will change his life forever. He lands in a fantasyland of magic, talking animals, and many wondrous sights in a land called Oz. Oz fans are sure to enjoy L. Frank Baum's first visit to the Land of Oz in this fictional story for kids of all ages. "All the initial characters are there, and . . . it's like meeting old friends. This is one of those really great books for the whole family to read together. . . you will want to add this book to your collection."- pumpkinwitch, Amazon customer From the Amazon Best Selling Author of I Escaped the California Camp Fire This is a fun-filled prequel to Frank Baum's OZ series. Oz fans of all ages will enjoy. Parents, educators, & Wizard of Oz FansFamily friendlyExciting magical adventureWonderful cast of unique charactersPerfect for classroomsGreat for discussionsFor kids ages: 8 & upGrades: 3+ ABOUT THE AUTHOR S.D. Brown been an Oz fan since she was 9.She's taught for over twenty years in elementary, middle grade, high school, and junior college classrooms, on three continents and in seven schools.She continues to present workshops and is the owner-curator of the largest, privately owned gem and mineral museum in Northern California. When she's not working with rocks, she's working on manuscripts.

Maxwell School Elementary School is larger on the inside than the outside. The vast maze of hallways and classrooms is divided into two wings, the North Wing where students attend classes and the South Wing, the Unknown Zone, that is off limits to everyone. Rumors abound about this forbidden wing, especially about Classroom One, said to grant the one true wish, the inner most desire, of anyone who steps inside.With a zoneguide, fourth-grader, Riley Long, enters the Unknown Zone to find this mysterious classroom. He finds much more than that.

Suguru is a puzzle that has simple rules, but which provides sufficient challenges to satisfy the most enthusiastic solvers! Even though the rules are simple, you will need all your skills to solve it. This puzzle (sometimes called Number Blocks or Tectonics) is very addictive and comes in a wide range of sizes and levels of difficulty. This book contains a great collection of Suguru puzzles of different sizes and with six levels of dificulty, ranging from the basic 4x6 to the gigantic 20x20.

Easy to readEach puzzle has only 1 solution250 puzzles of silver level.Wide inner edges allow recording of solution optionsIdeal gift for all fans of puzzlesSudoku 6x6, separated by smaller rectangles of 3x2 cells. It is necessary to fill empty cells with numbers from 1 to 6, each of the digits should appear only once in each line of the 6 x 6 square, 6 x 6 column and 3x2 rectangle. In this puzzle, the numbers from 1 to 6 are not repeatedalso on the two main diagonals of the large square, marked with dashed lines. Cells with even numbers are marked with a gray background.Excellent purchase for fans of Sudoku.A great book for relaxing in your spare time. There are 148 pages. The format is 6 '' x 9 ''. I hope you enjoy my book. I would also be very grateful if you could write a review.Thank you.Best regards, Andrii Piten

Jonathan Banshire, Viscount Trewellain, has become a bitter, sarcastic lord and against anything remotely smacking of romance. Though engaged to a woman whose hand he'd won in a game of cards years ago, he hasn't thought of her in years. But he's also a king's agent, and as his duty to the Crown, he's being sent to Spain to track down a missing peer. He goes to escape his personal life. Miss Sophia Wickham is tired of men deciding her future. She's on a mission to live her life on her terms, but can't due to an ambiguous engagement to the Viscount Trewellain. Determined to gain her freedom, she sneaks onboard the ship intent to have Jonathan release her from that old promise. When he refuses in a fit of pique, she's stuck as a stowaway, bound to the one man she can't stand. In Madrid, they search for not only the missing lord, but also stolen Spanish crown jewels and an ancient relic. Through crashing a glittering ball to hunting down clues to exploring the hidden catacombs and caves beneath Barcelona, the unlikely pair comes to an understanding. Vulnerable and trapped, truths are revealed as well as the fragile state of their hearts. But machinations of a madman bent on revenge could destroy a budding romance, and when the specter of death makes an appearance, Jonathan must finally decide what it is he desires the most.

"A man oughta be able to walk home drunk without some damn fool running him off the road, you know."The hub of life in the islands is the local rum shop and though living in the Windward Islands in the Caribbean might be a little different than other places, maybe move at a slower place, the problems of life are pretty much the same as anywhere else. Still, it's a different kind of world.This is a collection of stories and poems about that world, with art by Dagny.

Have you ever felt that you wanted to leave a legacy for your children and grandchildren. Something only you can give. That is what I was thinking when I did this for you and also for me. I have mine started with my dad's famous Pumpkin Bread. He gave me the recipe as a young bride. I have used it for forty two years and it is still a hit when we have a crowd over at our home. Dad is gone now but his legacy will live on for the generations that follow. Do you have recipes for your children and grandchildren you want to preserve. I think you will have fun with this and your family will reap the benefit. This is just like a scrapbook and just as easy.

"How does good literature get lost?" Barry Clay asks in the forward of "The Adventures of Romain Kalbris." Clay has rescued a nearly forgotten work of the popular French children's author, Hector Malot, the "Rick Riordan" of his day. Clay has translated and adapted it for a modern audience with new illustrations by Joshua McClymont. "The Adventures of Romain Kalbris" tells the story of a boy who wants nothing more than to follow in is father's footsteps and be a sailor. But when his father dies at sea, heroically saving members of a crew in mortal peril, his mother sends him to live with his miserly Uncle Simon to keep him safe. And so begins a series of humorous misadventures that take Romain from his small home of Port-Dieu to the big city of Paris. There are no car chases or magical creatures, but this story is magic simply in the presentation of a life that is now found only in history books. It is the story of a boy with a big heart -- and the people he meets along the way in his attempt to make his dream come true.

Loss has become a close companion for Darian and the Council, but it could not prepare them for the battle yet to come.The Overlords enact the final step in their plan by imprisoning the Watcher and her Sentinel and crippling the Council's strength to fight back. With Eli and Juana out of the way, the Overlords are free to release their army of demons against humanity. With the major human governments under Overlord Kal'Gara's control, the Council is helpless to prevent the annihilation that is sure to come.Instead, they take the fight directly to the Overlords' strongholds, splitting their forces between Zar'Asur's Citadel and Kal'Gara's mountain fortress.Will the Council find and release their Watcher and Sentinel in time to stop the coming battle? Will humanity become slaves to the demonic forces? Or will humanity continue on with no knowledge of the battle being waged for them?This is not the final book in the Light in the Darkness Series.

Dear Reader, Hi my name is Michael Anton Ozbolt. I am the author of this (My first book) "Poetic Philosophy and Compilations of a Heroin Addict," and yes it is I who was the addict. This is my first true collection of works that I used as my personal therapy. For me this was the best way for me to battle my addiction and is one method I still use. I have always viewed writing as one of the best forms of expression to bring the reader into a vivid and imaginative world of the authors creation. In this book I believe you can really understand where my head was venturing to that day or that particular minute that the piece was written. Some key notes you should know if you decide to read it: 1.) I was incarcerated at the time in which all of these were conceived. 2.) You may note that mostly all of the pages are numbered, signed and dated as well. (this was done so no one was able to steal my works, believe it or not even paper and writing utensils were up for grabs) 3.) You may also notice that grammar, proper punctuation, and spelling were of no concern of mine while I was simply writing to keep from becoming insane. 4.) Now lastly I must say that because it all came from my imagination I completely understand if it may not be the easiest to comprehend; sometimes it still fools me, but trust me when I say take almost nothing at face value there are hidden meanings and messages all throughout my work. So I urge you to read precariously and as always please do Enjoy!

My Racing Mind: Poetry and Prose is a race through the hectic thoughts of Author Danielle Koon. With gripping topics ranging from relationships to self-esteem, My Racing Mind: Poetry and Prose is a literary work that everyone can relate to. On Your Mark, Get Set, Go!

Learning Artificial Intelligence Run Alpha isn't just your average run of the mill AI. No, she is the construct of a thirteen-year-old boy. Unwittingly, he unlocks the soul in the machine when he uses self-evolving computations from an early pioneer in computers and mathematics and adds his own flare. What results will forever change the direction of his life and millions of others. With the help of his AI, he will travel in time to a dark and dangerous future, where nothing is certain.

This book consists of the two New Testament letters that Luke wrote to Theophilus: "The Gospel According to St. Luke" and "Acts". They are presented in the King James Version, except that chapter and verse numbers are removed and the text appears in paragraph form. This is done in order to make the words more fluid for the sake of reading. When we see the chapter and verse numbers to which we are accustomed to following in the Bible, it is easy to break down or fragment some of the thoughts. This is the reason I have put them together in this way. I have not changed any of the words. I am presenting them to you exactly as you will find them in your King James Bible, except of course without the numbers that were added by translators. I have made paragraph indentations where the chapters were numbered. Nothing else is altered.. These books of the New Testament, inspired by the Holy Ghost and penned by Luke, are here presented as letters.

Yksilöity satukirja MIRI-nimisille tytöille! Tyttö herää, eikä muista nimeään. Hikka-Hiiri osaa ratkaista pulman. Hän vie tytön taikabussillaan jännittävälle seikkailulle. Seikkailun määrää lapsen oma nimi! Tyttö, joka unohti nimensä - Taianomainen yksilöity satukirja Kirjasiskot Oy: ltäwww.kirjasiskot.fi

Frenemies! Things come to a head as Isis tells herestranged sister E'steem she still doesn't trust her. But when E'steem is kidnapped by the demon D'lilah, Isis realizes that she has to move their relationship past the frenemy zone to save her former arch-enemy from a fate worse than death.

Engrossing, Enlightening, Character-Powered Suspense - The Haunted Reading Room Impressive thriller! They say write what you know. Mr. Harmon clearly knows his criminal business. -- AllynMACE HAS A LOT TO PROVE AND NOTHING TO LOOSE - OR DOES HE?Mace Franklyn is haunted by his lost FBI career and broken marriage, and he wants them both back. His assignment to a high profile case, a series of coed murders on the University of Michigan campus, gives him his comeback chance. The medical examiner on the case turns out to be his X, and the politically charged case puts his name on the front page. However, not everyone wants to share the spotlight. A political agenda threatens to derail the investigation, and Mace finds himself dragged into an inter-agency rivalry fetid with confrontation and betrayal. A murder makes it personal, Mace harnesses his rage risking everything to stop the grisly homicides. But the mind behind the killings is already stalking his next victim... Mace.Duplicity's Child is a serial thriller you won't be able to put down. Its fast-paced story, revealed through Mace's point of view and the mind behind the killing, will keep you turning the pages until the very end.

Finding words to ease children into the reality of a sibling death is an overwhelming task shouldered by grief-stricken families. Sad about Sammy is a first response book designed to help. A read-aloud story and colorful illustrations for young children couple with helpful parent information to help families navigate delicate matters of sibling grief. The dual-sided approach to telling the story allows for two completely different, yet parallel experiences to happen side by side, parent, and child. Written with the compassionate voice of a mother who suffered the devastating of loss of a child; co-written with the expertise of a Child Development Specialist, Sad about Sammy gives parents gentle and direct language to say what must be said.A must-have resource for grieving families and the first responders who come into contact with them. Illustrations and language are carefully developed to apply to any family with regard to gender, race, age, religious preference, and child's cause of death. No other resource offers this much in one simple and beautiful package.

In 1983 - Kenya was on fire with corruption and at the height of ivory smuggling....Based on a true story, Caught On The Equator is about the amazing, and sometimes dangerous, trek through East Africa in 1983, seen through the eyes of a nineteen-year old. Follow Heather Shreve, a naïve American student, who struggles against the odds to see Africa...but upon arrival gets caught in the savage beauty, but also deep in a savage business--the illegal ivory trade. Eventually kid-napped and jailed by rogue police, find out how Heather was unknowingly caught in a country struggling to recover from the coup in 1982 and what can happen in the bush on the equator. WHO ARE YOU? WHAT DO YOU STAND FOR? HOW FAR WILL YOU GO? Authentic, moving, and beautifully written, this story shows us that BECOMING who you were meant to be is the essence of life.

Mining operations are the key elements in this time of technical changes and development. Transport, housing, different infrastructures are requiring more and more mining resources. the release of a new smartphone or tablet, the top self-driven electrical, the rocket program are all felt in the womb of the earth somewhere in all continents and very soon in the moon. Even a new secured banking note or a pacemaker have their roots in the mines.Mining resources have not been all evaluated, many are estimated explaining why since the man as started digging, many resources are still available leading more and more people investing in mining operations to fill the needs of this world in perpetual development. This introduction to Mining Business Projects is a tool, a must have to help potential junior miners to make the right path in the ventures of mining operations.Mining operation is a tremendous story to share, please go for it.Roger Rumbu, Met. Eng., PPM, TBOM.

She's the sheriff's daughter.He's a bad boy from the south side of Chicago. He'll pretend to be her best friend. She'll pretend she doesn't want more.Rough around the edges and straight from the south side of Chicago, Tommy Kingsley never backs down from a fight or a challenge, and that's precisely what he gets when he's forced to move to the small town of Green Ridge. Ellie Williams rides with her dad when he's called to Tommy's house because of a fight. In a baseball hat and a curious smirk, she's prettier than any girl back home, and when she asks Tommy who won, he knows right then he wants her.But the challenge? She's the sheriff's daughter, and Tommy doesn't do well regarding the law. Nonetheless, he's planning on making Ellie his, even if he has to pretend to be her best friend.

GET THE BEST SALMON RECIPES!Salmon is an extremely versatile ingredient and excellent alternative to red meat. If you are looking for various ways to cook salmon, then this cookbook will surely provide for you.This recipe book has a great selection of tasty and easy to follow salmon recipes that you can include when planning meals for you and your family. Whether for breakfast, lunch, dinner or snack, this book got you covered! Here are some of the featured Salmon recipes in this book: Salmon Mushroom and Dill QuicheRisotto with Salmon and ZucchiniPistachio-Crusted SalmonSalmon Tikka BitesGrilled Salmon BurgerCumin-Spiced Baked Salmon with Tartar SauceRoasted Salmon and Asparagus with PestoGrilled Salmon with Honey Mustard SauceGrilled Salmon with Orange GlazePasta Salmon and Cheese CasseroleGarlic Salmon Linguine in Tomato SaucePasta with Salmon and Spinach in White SauceSalmon Pasta Salad Recipe with Yogurt-Herb DressingTabbouleh Salad with Salmon and CucumberOpen-Faced Salmon and Avocado Sandwich with Poached Egg Don't hesitate, grab your copy NOW!!

*Includes pictures *Profiles Ayatollah Khomeini and his ideology and leadership before, during, and after the Revolution *Highlights the causes, key events, and effects of the Revolution *Includes footnotes and a bibliography for further reading The Iranian Revolution of 1979 has been described as an epochal event, called the peak of 20th century Islamic revivalism and revitalization, and analyzed as the one key incident that continues to impact politics across Iran, the Middle East, and the even the world as a whole. As a phenomenon that led to the creation of the first modern Islamic Republic in the world, the revolution marked the victory of Islam over secular politics, and Iran quickly became the aspiring model for Islamic fundamentalists and revivalists across the globe, regardless of nationality, culture, or religious sect. When Ayatollah Khomeini was declared ruler in December 1979 and the judicial system originally modeled on that of the West was swiftly replaced by one purely based on Islamic law, much of the world was in shock that such a religiously driven revolution could succeed so quickly, especially when it had such sweeping consequences beyond the realm of religion. Revolutions are nothing new, but most revolutions, especially those in the West, have tended to remain secular. Even when religious ideology and themes were present, as in the English Civil War of the 1640s, these were not dominant driving forces behind the revolution, nor were they a significant factor in its immediate results. Even outside the West, this has mostly proven to be true; the nationalist revolution and war for independence in Turkey, led by Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, was a battle for separation of church and state that called for democratic principles of equality, and the result was the formation of a modern and secular Turkey. However, the revolution that swept across Iran proved to be starkly different from past revolutions of the world. Its most influential leaders came from the orthodox clergy, and its most pronounced important goals were the ouster of the monarch, who was deemed anti-Islam and blasphemous, and the complete return of Iranian government and society to fundamental Islamic principles. As one of the leading scholars on Iran, Nikki R. Keddie, wrote, this revolution was "aberrant," refusing to fit into the theoretical and academic ideas of what modern revolutions should be like. Yet, there is no doubt that the Iranian Revolution ultimately led to a complete overhaul and restructuring of the age-old political, economic, social, religious, and ideological orders in Iran. Former Iranian Finance Minister Jahangir Amuzegar put it aptly, "The historical oddity, if not uniqueness, of the Iranian revolution can be seen in its four salient features: its unforeseen rapid rise; its wide base of urban support; its vague ideological character; and, above all, its ultimate singular objective, to oust the Shah." Furthermore, while the focus of the revolution was primarily about Islam, the revolution was also colored by disdain for the West, distaste for autocracy, and a yearning for religious and cultural identity. Though these are features of many other revolutions, the Iranian one was particularly unprecedented in the suddenness and rapidity of its occurrence, as well as the sheer amount of mass popular support it gained. Much of the world, including the U.S. and its Western allies, were initially caught off guard by the sudden occurrence and unanticipated strength of the revolution. The Islamic Revolution That Reshaped the Middle East explores the events leading up to the Iranian Revolution, as well as the political, economic, social, and religious characteristics of Iran before 1979. It also looks at the revolution and the lasting influence it has had both domestically and globally.

"Allison Grayhurst's poetry combines the depth and dark intensity of Sylvia Plath, the layered complex imagery of Dylan Thomas and the philosophical insights of Soren Kierkegaard, taking the reader on a fearless journey through the human condition, delving with honesty into death, grief, loss, faith, commitment, motherhood, and erotic love. Grayhurst intertwines a potent spirituality throughout her work so that each poem is not simply a statement or observation, but a revelation that demands the reader's personal involvement. Grayhurst's poetic genius is profound and evident. Her voice is uniquely authentic, undeniable in its dignified vulnerability as it is in its significance," Kyp Harness, singer/songwriter, author."Allison Grayhurst is the Queen of Catharsis. Allison Grayhurst's poems are like cathedrals witnessing and articulating in unflinching graphic detail the gritty angst and grief of life, while taking it to rare clarity, calm and comfort in an otherwise confusing world of deception, mediocrity and degradation. Allison Grayhurst takes the sludge of life, and with fearless sharpness of eye and heart she spins it free of maggots with the depth of honour and passion. Allison Grayhurst's work is haunting, majestic and cleansing, often leaving one breathless in the wake of its intelligence, hope, faith and love amidst the muck of life. Many of Allison Grayhurst's poems are simply masterpieces booming with thunderous insight begging to be in Bartlett's Quotations, lines such as "I drink necessity's authority." Nothing is wishy-washy in the realm of Allison Grayhurst. Allison Grayhurst's work is sustaining, enriching, and deepening for the soul to read... a light of sanity in the world. As a poet, Allison Grayhurst is a lighthouse of intelligent honour... indeed, intelligence rips through her work like white water," Taylor Jane Green BA, RIHR, CHT, Registered Spiritual Psychotherapist and author of Swan Wheeler: A North American Mythology and The Rise of Eros.

Book 3 of the KPOP Promise Series.It was supposed to be a one-night stand, but fate had another plan. Now she has his child and he's on the other side of the world... KPOP superstar, Jae-Mi, has worked hard to get where he is. He has given his blood, sweat, and tears to the entertainment industry. Now that he has reached a level of success beyond his wildest dreams - he won't let anything or anyone stand in his way.The Entertainment Company pushes an "acceptable" Korean female partner and Jae-Mi into the limelight. Leaked videos show that the relationship is much more. Will Jae-Mi be forced to choose between his career and the woman he loves? Will another woman steal his affections? Will he let society dictate what is acceptable in his life?This is an Asian Men Black Women (AMBW) Interracial Romance novella.This is a 3 part series and a complete story on its own. If you love novellas filled with detailed, hot, steamy encounters of the best kind, then you will love the AMBW / BWAM KPOP Promise Series. Download and start reading today.Contemporary, African American Woman, Asian Man, Multicultural, BBW, International, HEA, Kindle Short Reads, Kindle Unlimited, BWWM, KPOP, Korean, Writing, Secret Baby.

13 ready-to-use Bible lessons on the book of 1 Samuel. Each Bible lesson consists of 20 or so ready-to-use questions that get groups talking. These questions make small group Bible study a joy. If you can read 20 questions, you can lead a Bible Study. Answers are provided in the form of quotes from respected authors such as John Piper, Max Lucado and Beth Moore. These lessons will save you time as well as provide deep insights from some of the great writers and thinkers from today and generations past. I also include quotes from the same commentaries that your pastor uses in sermon preparation. Ultimately, the goal is to create conversations that change lives.

A small kingdom's independence is on the line. Free-spirited and irresponsible Laina, the only remaining heir of Lostport, is not legally allowed to inherit the throne as a woman. When Whitland decides to use a construction project in one of the remote fjords of Lostport as a training ground for its armies, tensions mount, until the straightforward project begins to look like an excuse for a military takeover of Lostport. Will Laina consent to marrying a stranger to keep her kingdom out of the hands of the grasping Whitish Empire? Or is she desperate enough to push her own land to the brink of ruin to sever ties with Whitland?

The puzzle consists of nine large triangles; the numbers 1 through 9 must be placed into the triangular cells of each large triangle. Also, the numbers 1 through 9 must be placed in the three legs of the inner shaded triangle and in the three legs of the outer shaded triangle. No two neighboring cells may contain the same number.

Denise Bonneville has made a lot of mistakes in her life. In high school, she was the mean-girl cheerleader, dating the captain of the football team, Wes. When Wes dumped her after finding out she was pregnant, it only made Denise meaner. All she had for the next fifteen years, was her daughter, Destiny...right up until Chastity Culpepper's kindness changed her life and set her on the right track. But trying to be good is harder than it looks, especially when Denise's class reunion rolls around. Faced with those who bullied her at her downfall, Denise really needs a hero... Hiroshi "Hero" Yamaguchi is on his way to his new job in Haskell, Wyoming when fate throws him the best curveball ever. He stops to help Denise when her car dies by the side of the road...and ends up stepping in to help her through her problems. Denise is everything his life has lacked-excitement, adventure, and caring. But by helping her, he ends up in a tough spot with Destiny, and with Wes. Can he step up and be the "Hero" that everyone needs?