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This is your chance to expand your French vocabulary in the kitchen. By mastering this collection of 40 crossword puzzles, you will be able to name fruits, vegetables, spices, equipment, ingredients, and more. Bon Appétit!

Brady McCormick worked best with a plan. His plans never included his best friend telling him she wanted to get pregnant. And not with him. Tessa McGill knew in her soul Brady didn't go for girls like her. She could live with just being friends. Giving up on the man of her dreams was one thing giving up on having a family was more than she could bear. Brady decides he won't take no for an answer. When plan A fails it is time for... Plan Brady

Mr. Dunwoody teams up with his long-time friend Mr. Reedy and his grandson Bert for a fishing trip of a lifetime. Mr. Reedy is pulled into the river by a giant catfish and taken to Catfish Cavern for the coronation of the catfish king. Can Mr. Reedy make it back to the shore before he turns into a catfish? Will Mr. Dunwoody become invisible trying to rescue his buddy? Find out in this far flung fishing fable!

This chapbook starts by directly addressing humankind's connection to the vastness of outer space, and sets forth the premise that death (as a permanent state of being) is of the same substance, or soul, as whatever exists outside of the Universe. It then veers off on a tangent into stranger territory, and talks of unnamed worlds, without life yet possessed by some unliving, sentient force, whose spheres have drifted to the most distant regions of outer space; or, more properly, into the nothingness that reigns illimitably outside of space, where it has been speculated that no laws of nature can exist. Gigantic, otherworldly graves abound in rhyming descriptions of lifeless geographies. Monuments, catacombs and buildings, all deserted and of unknown origin, are lyrically narrated into existence deep beneath the surface of the Earth, as well as on and under the surfaces of distant asteroids. Alien cenotaphs resembling something Hugh Ferriss might have sketched from a fever dream are articulated through regular, metered verse. A sinister thread connecting all these massive structures with the aforementioned sentient force, which we are told holds all life and death in its grip, runs through the poems. Hymns to the universe in all its barrenness are juxtaposed with landscapes of horror, all elegantly unscrolled in lurid poetics that are made all the more disturbing by their intentional symmetry. The final poem seems to be a negation of itself, plus all of the other poems in the volume. The book ends with several prose statements of a negative nature concerning the fate of humanity in the Universe. "Odysseus, in Homer's Odyssey, plays upon his name--Ou-déis/Ou-tis meaning no-one/no-thing--in order, through nomenclatural disorder (or rather: division, divergence), to outwit and outwitness the Cyclops, a creature of singular vision and ultimately also of unbounded blindness. Oudeís, in the spiral consilience, sings a similar siren-song and sets out on a similar voyage, albeit one over the course of which the Ulyssean body, in turn, makes a rather mèticulous U-turn and turns out to be a Mètic Moebius itself (the Mètic Moebius stripped Bare by her Bachelors, Masters, Doctors and Readers). ... Oudeís, in the spiral consilience, engraves in each chronotaph-epitaph--each poetic page--the gist and the widening/planet-wide gyre of the grave-digger, but a grave-digger set adrift on the seas, digging into the tides of today with the oar of Odysseus: that oar of {y}ore which turns out (in yet another Ulyssean U-turn) to be a Golden Rod or Rod of Divination, singing in its Sea-Slicing qua Dowsing-of-the Deep the siren-song of Wor{l}dly Icons and Other Conjurations." --Dan Mellamphy "If God is the tangential point between zero and infinity, the spiral consilience is a reverberant long playing black work of telepathic theology." -- Doktor Faustroll, author of An Ephemeral Exegesis on Crystalline Ebrasions "My reading of the poems in this book has only confirmed once again that I can no longer respond in any meaningful or robust way to written literature. At this point in my life, I can react only to watching or listening to performances of writing, something that no doubt sounds strange and even pathological to others. Nevertheless it, this is how it is for me. Even my old favorites no longer provoke the interest and emotion they once did. I deeply regret this condition of limitation. I might describe this condition as one of literary anhedonia, likening it to the better known experience of musical anhedonia, from which I also suffer and which I realize is not comprehensible to the majority of individuals. Thus, I must apologize for my inability to offer a blurb to what may very well be a fine book." --Thomas Ligotti

No one sets out to be the best alcoholic they can be.So why do some people become alcoholics and others don't?Why do alcoholics feel compelled to drink?Why don't they stop?If they do stop for a while why don't they stay stopped?Why couldn't I help my husband?Why didn't counselors and 12 step programs help?If he loved us why did he keep drinking?Why did the craving for alcohol get worse over time? Written after my first book " Living With and Without an Alcoholic Husband" and not being able to find him appropriate help I wrote this second book. Excellent websites and books are discussed which offer personal health plans with a high success rate. The damage done to the brain and body by the alcohol must be repaired. If in sober times the drinker is able to see that others have become well without struggling to stay sober each day, he will be encouraged. It will not happen overnight but the seed will have been sewn. The alcoholic must want to help himself and all we can do is offer proven alternative solutions that have a good success rate as one type of treatment can never fit all.

Raging War Between Love tells the story of love, power, hate, and an intervention that could be fatal. Margaret has taken it upon herself to be the fighting force for the people. Her people. Margaret has a mission. It is to help her community, to protect it and help it to grow. So far, nothing has interfered with that mission. She even ignores the mighty Chase, one of the richest men in her town. Try as Chase might, he is unable to attract Margaret's attention. Frustrated with everything he ventures on a destructive and vengeful path. Between Chase and Devon, his nemesis they are unraveling Margaret's hard-work and her community. It has to end, but how?

This book is a mythological telling of memoir, based on true events that happened to the author in and around Dineh (Navajo) lands in Big Mountain, Arizona, USA. And within the "hippy" movement in the Pacific Northwest during the 1980's and 90's. Dineh (Navajo) asked rag tag hippies and the active environmental movement of the time, for help in their resistance to forced relocation by the U.S. Government. Hippies responded happily. Legends depicts their converging paths and the treacheries involved in demanding human rights for American Indian nations. Using both mythology and memoir the endnotes of this book help readers to learn about facts of Big Mountain resistance, and the overall landscape of white and Red worlds, meeting. The story weaves truths otherwise unseen. With Love, as the theme.

Where can you hide when you're trapped on a cruise ship with a killer?Detective Charlie McClung had planned on a relaxing honeymoon cruise with his new bride. Finding a dead woman in the cabin next door was not on the itinerary.Like it or not, McClung is pulled into an investigation that has plenty of suspects and a murder weapon he's never seen before.To make matters even worse, it looks as though the killer may have identified McClung's new bride as his next target.Trapped together on the high seas, it's now a matter of survival and a race against time.What people are saying about "Criminal Kind."Marian and Charlie McClung are the best crime fighting couple since Jennifer and Jonathan Hart. CRIMINAL KIND, the third in this wonderful series, is like taking a vacation. A vacation with murder. The setting is gorgeous, the mystery masterful, and if you think you know whodunit, you'll never guess how. I'm a huge fan." Gretchen Archer Author of the USA Today Bestselling Davis Way Crime Caper Series"Oh, the shenanigans! Charlie and Marian's honeymoon with a touch of murder kept me entertained to the very last page. Kick back, pour an umbrella drink, and tag along with the delightful McClungs as they track down an ingenious cruise ship killer." Alice Loweecey Author of the Giulia Driscoll mysteries"The story leads you through a maze not of who done it, but of who would have. Marian and Charlie do it again ... balancing their love for each other while hunting down a truly creative and diabolical killer." Marlene Patterson A Cozy Girl Reads

This NEW, revised and expanded edition of the popular novel, BETSY ROSS: ACCIDENTAL SPY by Marilyn Clay contains three brand new chapters making the book a total of 340 pages.Betsy Griscom falls in love with John Ross while both young people are employed as apprentices at Webster's Upholstery Shop in Philadelphia. Three years after the couple marry, a warehouse explosion kills Betsy's beloved husband John. Betsy soon begins to wonder if the explosion was an accident or was the warehouse fire intentionally set by someone attempting to steal the Patriot weapons stored there? When the authorities refuse to investigate the crime, Betsy determines to uncover the truth, but finds herself deep in Philadelphia's dangerous and confusing underworld of spies and double agents. Ultimately she has no choice but to trust the wrong man, but will she lose her life, or the lives of those she holds dear, in the process? BETSY ROSS: ACCIDENTAL SPY is a gripping tale of one woman's courage during the pivotal year of 1776 in our nation's glorious history. "I made every effort to remain true to historical events, such as the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence, and battles fought in colonial New York and New Jersey. In my story Betsy interacts with real-life historical figures George Washington, Benjamin Franklin and her siblings, Sarah, Rachel and George, as well as her future husband, privateer Captain Joseph Ashburn. I consulted diaries and letters written by American Revolutionary generals and soldiers who lived then. I hope readers will enjoy imagining how Betsy's life 'might have been' in the year 1776, keeping in mind that the premise of my story is fictional. History does not substantiate that Betsy Ross ever engaged in any sort of covert activity." - author, Marilyn Clay "One of the most suspenseful tales of spying and espionage cleverly interwoven into a stunningly realistic depiction of the Revolutionary war featuring life as it was in 1776 for normal, everyday citizens caught up in a drama they had no choice but to endure." . . . Pat Beardon, historian. "BETSY ROSS: ACCIDENTAL SPY will leave you breathless with anticipation wondering if Betsy will succeed in her mission to bring down the ruthless double spy intent on thwarting the rebel cause. Chock full of authentic historical details about the Revolutionary war. Highly recommended!" . . . Richard Whitaker, historian. "From the talented pen of best-selling author Marilyn Clay, fast becoming known as a premier historical suspense author, comes yet another exceptional tale. Characters in Clay's novels spring to life as they draw you into their world, allowing you to live their stories right along with them. In addition, BETSY ROSS: ACCIDENTAL SPY is, I believe, the first novel ever written for adults featuring Betsy Ross as the heroine." - Janet Stewart. "That American icon Betsy Ross might have spied on the British for the Patriots during the Revolutionary war is not a stretch. Loyalist customers would have frequented Betsy's upholstery shop in Philadelphia presenting her with the perfect opportunity to listen and learn, which is exactly what she does in this clever, suspenseful, and beautifully written tale that had me in its grip from page one. I laughed and cried with Betsy and her beloved sister Sarah as the story unfolded and reached a most satisfying conclusion. Highly recommended!" - Melissa Frederick, author "This is the sort of historical novel you don't want to see end. I sat up long into the night reading this book. I only hope Ms. Clay intends to write a sequel! Thoroughly enjoyed, thoroughly recommended!" - Andrea Walsh, author. "Ms. Clay's historical suspense novels always please. Her Colonial Jamestown novels have been praised and recommended by both Booklist and the Library Journal. BETSY ROSS: ACCIDENTAL SPY is no exception. Very highly recommended." - Beth Finley, author.

When her five year old son told the class that his mother was Chinese, it was time to explain that she was a Greek child, from an exiled family, born in Romania, who learnt Greek, Romanian, and Hungarian; who escaped to Holland and acquired Dutch; who moved to London, learnt English; and then married a New Zealander. This charming memoir shows us a different Romania to the one we have known. It reminds us that childhood is a country of its own, and, indeed, poses the question, and challenges our thinking, about what nationality really means. Most importantly, 'The Perpetual Foreigner' is a rewarding read.

In "Seeking to Win," Author Dr. Stuart Smith welds together stories from his past and quotes from famous people to build this book of inspiration for all ages. If you or someone you know needs some encouragement, you will find it here. We learn of a moment that Stuart gave a inspirational speech to his Son's high school football team during a very difficult game. This is when the phrase 'Seek for this Win' was born and thus, eventually led to the inspiration for this book.Smith reminds us all that, "Winning takes effort, and is often a result of previous failures that have been turned into motivation." We are told stories of Stuart's grandfather who was an Army Ranger in WWII. Within these pages, we are all reminded that fear is common in the pursuit of victory, and in life difficulties can be overcome with faith in a higher purpose. As you journey through the pages you will discover taught crucial lessons on how love and forgiveness factor into a winning life. "Seeking to Win" is full of basic instructions such as, 'Let that grudge go, ' Stuart brings to this book lessons he has learned from a lifetime of Ministry, Coach of Youth Sports, International Teacher, Free Lance Writer, and World Traveler. He delivers a timely faith-based message of hope. As a Dad and Husband, he guides the reader to the realities of the struggle and the inspiration of the ultimate win. Included are pages of photos to let you in on the Author's life. The Author counts 26 youth as his children. 20 of which are students from 11 different countries.Get your Copy of "Seeking to Win" today and even get one for a friend or family member. It is the Author's desire that you awaken the Champion inside and be the Winner you were born to be.

She has come to his office to give birth, but she is accursed and he knows it. Fortunately, she has chosen wisely and she can afford the best phy-magician in the country. He will safely deliver the demon inside her, and then he'll help her to determine who would cast such a spell on her in the first place. This is an age of science in magic. A phy-magician must master both trades with equal alacrity.

8 ready-to-use, discussion-based Bible lessons on the books of Judges and Ruth. 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.

On a May night in 1843, John Castner was lured away from his home by a visitor that his wife, Marie Parke-Castner and his father-in-law, wealthy John B. Parke never saw at the door. John Castner was a cautious man who seldom left his house after dark, fearful that the significant sum of money kept in the house by his father-in-law would one day bring misfortune.When the sun rose, John Castner had not returned to his home and the inhabitants within had fallen victim to an unknown assailant, the only exception a young farm hand living with them who the murderer had left bloodied and dazed but still alive.This is their story and that of the subsequent trials of two young men who to this day are believed to have been falsely accused of the crime.

8 ready-to-use, discussion-based Bible lessons on the topic: A Hunger for the Holy. 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.

Xenophon's "The Cavalry General" and "On Horsemanship" are some of the earliest surviving treatises on their subjects from the Classical world. Xenophon, a student of Socrates and member of the famous Ten Thousand, was an astute military student and participated in or observed many of the important events of his time. These works are an invaluable insight into the use of cavalry and care for horses in Ancient Greece, and remain a useful tool for modern historians and equestrian enthusiasts alike. Translated and with footnotes by H.G. Dakyns (1838-1911).

Winter Haven is not the same town Devon Lecusken remembers. In North Island, the sequel to Winter Haven, unfinished business, unrequited love and new characters collide in complex ways to conclude this tale of first love, heartbreak and redemption.

Gene Groner has created this new book covering the period from Adam to Jacob, plus the 12 Tribes of Israel to the present. A treasure to keep or give as a gift to family and friends.

You are being arrested for the murder of your husband...You have a secret you can't tell...The evil is gathering...This book has it all: murder, intrigue, the supernatural, a broken marriage, a love affair, courage against impossible odds, suspense, and high drama.The Wenstrops have it all: health, wealth and happiness. But then it all begins to fall apart. Helen is arrested for murder, yet is either unable or unwilling to give a defence. During her detention, vital evidence goes mysteriously missing and tensions are running high. Helen finds herself surrounded and yet alone: not knowing who she can trust or how she can tell her enemies from her friends. Helen has to work through her self-doubts and fears, in order to know whether her suspicions and misgivings are valid or simply products of an overwrought mind.There are those who would like to encourage her confusion, and those who would help her - but how to know one from the other? And then there are those who actively mean her harm.Meanwhile, malignant forces in the forest are gathering power, ready for a final assault. Helen finds herself in a battle of life and death, and faces having to lose everything in her attempts to thwart the evil that has insinuated itself into her very existence - but is she ready to make the ultimate sacrifice?This sensational second novel by acclaimed author Harmony Kent will have you alternately laughing, crying and gripping the edge of your seat as this roller coaster ride of a plot unfolds. It will keep you guessing through its many twists and turns, and hijack your attention right up until you turn the final page.Praise for Harmony Kent: "Kent gives the reader mystery, intrigue, sex, action and characters risking their lives for a greater good. Kent's writing is an immersive experience." T. Dewhirst (Rabid Reviews)"With a very contemporary voice, Ms. Kent has found a place in this genre as she easily entertains and captures the reader..." J. Malinoski"Kent...is a master of her craft. There is magic in her writing." J. BrookeFind out more at: www.harmonykent.co.ukTwitter: @harmony_kent

Evie Cappelli is not a people-person. Unfortunately, her boyfriend Micha definitely is, and so Evie gets dragged along for a weekend of ghost hunting with her cousin, his boyfriend, and three of their friends. A trained Night Patrol officer and one of Hekate's ferrymen, Evie assumes she'll have more trouble from the living than the dead on this trip, but the eerie farm house quickly exceeds expectations with mysterious noises, disembodied voices, and objects that move on their own. But when one of their number vanishes in the middle of the investigation, the danger becomes palpable, and it's up to Evie and Micha ensure they make it through the night.

Además de ser un prolífico autor de ensayos, novelas y poesía, y el creador de éxitos literarios como La isla del tesoro y El extraño caso de Dr. Jekyll y Mr. Hyde, Robert L. Stevenson también escribió fábulas. Al respecto, Jorge Luis Borges y Roberto Alifano afirman: "En la vasta obra de Stevenson, este libro es un libro lateral, una breve y secreta obra maestra. Aquí también están su imaginación, su coraje y gracia. Todas revelan una misma ética. El hombre tiene que ser justo, aunque Dios no lo sea o aunque no exista Dios".

A Writer's Wisdom is an inspirational book designed to inspire and provoke writing. Jan Marquart answers ten critical questions those aspiring to write ask. Anyone who dreams of writing must read the wisdom in this book.

Japanese Waxwings - Asian Art extra large print cross stitch pattern by Cross Stitch Collectibles Finished size (depending upon the fabric you choose) : 14 count aida: 17.75" x 27.75"18 count aida: 14" x 21.75"24 count aida: 10.5" x 16.25"Stitches: 250w x 390h Pattern Features: * Extra-Large-print for easy reading* Full cross stitches only* Black/White chart with easy-to-read symbols* Comprehensive instruction sheet* Complete materials list included Benefits of Large-Print Cross Stitch Patterns: : This book is an "Extra-Large-Print" cross stitch pattern. Stitching our beautiful cross stitch patterns is a labor of love and very time-consuming. Reading such large patterns for hours at a time can pose a challenge for stitchers of all ages. The large grids and alphabetic symbols used in this cross stitch pattern book makes tackling such a large project much easier and more enjoyable. Cross Stitch Collectibles specializes in high quality cross stitch reproductions of fine art paintings by the Great Masters, including Italian Renaissance, Impressionist, Pre-Raphaelite, Asian, Fractal art, and many more styles. You will find something to love and cherish in our vast collection. Cross stitch your own masterpiece today!!

Excellent purchase for fans of Sudoku. Each Sudoku has a unique solution. Mini Sudoku. 230 very hard sudoku on 57 pages. The format 6'' x 9 ''. Sudoku will provide you with relaxation, color your leisure, turn your free time into relaxation, give a vacation from the daily for your mind, add zest, develop memory, develop logical thinking and concentration of attention.All answers are carefully checked and are at the end of the book.Sudoku will support your mental abilities in perfect condition.Sudoku 9x9, separated by smaller squares of 3x3 cells. The entire playing field consists of 81 cells. It is required to fill empty cells with numbers from 1 to 9, each of the digits should appear only once in each row, column, and 3x3 square.An excellent book for free time pastime and mind training.I hope you will enjoy my book. I would also really appreciate it if you could write a review.Thank you.Best regards, Andrii Pitenk

Spikenard is probably best known for being the oil which Mary of Bethany used to anoint Jesus's feet before he was crucified, but question is...was it really the same plant? n these days of immediate internet answers we take information as gospel, but often the research lacks depth and understanding. A cursory research for a blog post, at Christmas, uncovered possible problems with the identification of the plant, and the book opens up hundreds of years of scholars ideas about what this "Nard of the Ancients" might have been. Investigating Greco-Roman medicine with Tantric and Ayurvedic medicine the book weighs the argument for Nardostachys jatamansi being the sacred plant of the Hebrews. What is in no doubt though, is Nardostachys has been used for thousands of years in the East with the most extraordinary results. Not least, is the phenomenal story of the healing in the nineteenth century cholera epidemics, where the plant saved tens of thousands of lives in Russia but was unbelievably ignored in Britain, despite medical advice, as equal numbers were murdered by the disease. Today, as aromatherapists, we acknowledge it as being the most potent oils for anxiety in our tool box. We recognise its digestive qualities and astounding effects in reducing fevers. Here, we examine its medicine over the last seven thousand years, right up to the samples zipping around centrifuges today, and we ask how different will spikenard's medicine of the future look from that of the Ancient Hebrews, Egyptians, Romans and Greeks. Understand the uses of the anxiety oil we also use for: -Insomnia-Digestive Problems-Fever-Epilepsy We begin to understand how the plant may have given Christ the resources he needed to face the cross. Soar with the phoenix of antiquity (whose nest was also said to be made of spikenard) and learn how it is that someone is able to face the unthinkable with this anxiety natural treatment, to remain steadfast in spite of their of deepest fears. Click "Buy" to learn about one of the most precious plants on the planet and how you can use aromatherapy and essential oils to transform yours and your family's lives. Category: essential oils books reference Yearning to be anxiety free? - Scroll up and buy now

She expected to die saving her world.... Magna's existence was once filled with laughter, love, and joy. Then a mysterious object fell from the sky into the ocean and she woke to find herself held captive in her own body. As the centuries passed, she became known as the Sea Witch-a creature feared and reviled. Her efforts to save the Seven Kingdoms and destroy the alien creature living inside her should have ended both their lives-instead, Magna wakes to find herself in a strange, new realm. Gabe Lightfoot and his best friend, Kane Field, have stood side by side through thick and thin. Brothers by circumstance, they have seen the darker side of life and lived to remember it, but when Gabe rescues a wounded woman in the waters off the coast of Oregon, they have no idea what's in store for them.... Internationally acclaimed S.E. Smith presents a new action-packed story full of adventure and romance. Brimming with her signature humor, vivid scenes, and beloved characters, this book is sure to be another fan favorite! Main Content: 70,241 words, 211 (6x9) pages {Romance (love, explicit sexual content, ménage)-Action/Adventure-Fantasy (Urban)-Fantasy Dragons & Mythical Creatures-Contemporary-Paranormal.}

Here's how to make your Mom CRY. Good, happy tears, that is. She'll never forget this sweet and thoughtful gift. ----------------------------- Want your mom to know just how much you love her... but not sure what exactly to say? Then here's the PERFECT gift to give her: Your own personalized, one-of-a-kind book that says "I love you" in a way she will treasure forever. 50 SIMPLE REASONS WHY I LOVE YOU, MOM (WRITTEN BY ME) is a wonderfully simple and fun book/journal that lets you easily create a truly personalized keepsake for your mother. And best of all, this book will be filled with your own thoughts, words and memories - not a bunch of canned sentiments someone else has written. Here's just a few of the simple writing prompts from the book you can easily fill out and expand upon: I love you because even when I didn't appreciate it, you __________ I love you because you showed me how I could _____________ I love you because you taught me to never _____________ I love you because of your selfless _______________ Unlike other fill-in-the-blank books, these creative prompts are just enough to get you going, and make it easy peasy to express your feelings the way YOU want - with a single word, a sentence, or a paragraph - any way you wish. It speaks right from your heart to hers... and your mom will recognize and cherish that instantly. With 50 beautifully detailed illustrations by Jess Erskine and your own 50 simple reasons that say just what you've been wanting to tell her, your mom will treasure this sweet little book for years to come. It's a perfect present... just perfect!

A collection of rhyme and prose aimed at young adults and above. Inspiration is found in the most unlikely of places, friendships discovered in the strangest of faces. When all too often we lose sight of what's important in life we find a flicker of hope and signs ahead. In a time when most of us will spend time alone there is an urgent need to communicate our thoughts and emotions. 'Fifteen Decibel' is my expression of the emotional residue that I have accumulated over many years, though not always certain from where it came. I hope that you find both pleasure and wellbeing on hearing 'the gears of my mind'.

Easy Reader for learners of Italian - Medium Level. This is a collection of short stories also published as singles under the titles: IL BANCHETTO, LA DIETA CHE UCCIDE, PERCHE' NOI.

Criminals in Los Angeles are using a dive operation to smuggle illegal drugs into the City of Angels . Or are they up to something more sinister? It is up to photographer Mike Scott to figure it out. And he has to do it before disaster strikes the heart of the city. Beginning as a simple photo shoot to capture glamorous images of an actress enjoying the sport she loves-scuba diving around Santa Catalina Island-things quickly turn serious. Before it all ends, the two will face danger and fanaticism in the Hollywood Hills. Flooding Hollywood pits photographer Mike Scott against a group of fanatics bent on destroying Hollywood. The story begins with Mike Scott on a photo shoot with up and coming actress Diane Taylor. They decide to combine some personal recreation with the shoot and spend a couple days scuba diving in an around Santa Catalina Island, off the coast of southern California. On a dive, Scott witnesses another diver picking up stray packages underwater. He doesn't think much about it the first day, but when it happens two days in a row, it gets his mind going. Assuming the divers are smuggling drugs into the city, Scott tips off the police. That act of curiosity and initiative places Scott on a collision course with fanatics bent on imposing their will on the city of Los Angeles. Set underwater around Catalina Island and around the city of Los Angeles, Flooding Hollywood takes readers on a ride from LA Harbor to the Hollywood hills on a fast-paced ride of intrigue.