Set in 1970 Yountsville, Indiana, the story follows Amara, whose life takes a turn after encountering a mysterious woman at an abandoned mill. This woman, Awinita, reveals a connection to a past filled with treason and relocation during the Civil War. As eerie occurrences, including banshee cries and break-ins, escalate, Amara's friends rally to confront the growing threats. With her crow companion leaving cryptic clues, Amara navigates between two timelines, grappling with her identity, love, and the enigmatic figures from both her present and the past.
Focusing on holistic well-being, this book introduces children to the interconnectedness of mind, body, and soul. Through engaging activities and relatable stories, it encourages young readers to explore their emotions, develop mindfulness, and foster physical health. The book aims to instill a sense of balance and self-awareness, providing tools for personal growth and resilience. With a playful approach, it empowers children to nurture their inner selves while promoting overall wellness.
December 1971 - The dark days of the short but brutal Indian-Pakistan War. In an East Bengali village near the front lines, a young Pakistani girl hurrying home from a shopping errand witnesses her family home destroyed, her parents killed in an indiscriminate rocket attack by Pakistan fighter bombers. In 1997, the body of a teenage schoolboy is dragged from the River Dart in South Devon. Several years later both dramatic events will have dire consequences for celebrated author Miles Betteridge and respected pathologist Margo Betteridge. Whilst the Devon CID buckle under the onslaught of a series of vicious and cleverly planned rapes and murders paralysing the Southwest, the team at Moorland Forensic Consultants struggle to cope with a new team member. Working in conjunction with DCI Will Parker, things reach a thrilling climax and finally the truth behind events long ago on the subcontinent come to light. Doctor James Sinclair and sibling forensic psychologist Katie battle to hold the business together amidst devastating professional and personal upheaval.
The early years of the New Millennium. The High Veldt on the Dark Continent. A young family is ripped apart by a brutal, pre-meditated home invasion. The unknown assailants escaping into the night. Fifteen years later the South West of England is rocked by a series of devastating, suspected terrorist bombings, putting the nation on high alert. Investigations uncover connections to these tragedies with a catastrophic IRA car bombing in Northern Ireland a generation earlier. The team at Moorland Forensic Consultants battle conflicts of interests and personal crises as they work with government scientists and a compromised, faltering local law enforcement to bring the bombers to justice.
This groundbreaking book is where pastry meets art. Recipes and designs for
stunningly beautiful sweet and savoury pies and tarts encourage you to unleash
your creativity in the kitchen.
In 1986 young investigative reporter for the Newton Abbot Star and daughter of wealthy philanthropist Lord Ilbert-Tavistock tragically disappears under mysterious circumstances, never to be seen again. Over 30 years later the fresh graves of two teenage girls are uncovered on the desolate wastes of Dartmoor, followed by the sadistic murder of a City art expert, sending shockwaves through the South West. Contracted to assist the police task force; siblings James, Fiona and Katie Sinclair at Moorland Forensic Consultants uncover links to the murders with the medieval Benedictine Priory of St Oswald's and tumultuous events from the battlefields of WW2. With the police close to admitting defeat and pressure mounting from an outraged media, in a last-ditch effort the team travels to Southern Germany to obtain vital evidence. Moorland Forensics race against the clock to prevent more deaths, whilst James is battling his own demons, taking things one step too far.
"If you think that Julie Jones's beautiful creations are beyond you, think again. Jones shares all her tips and tricks as she gently walks you through ten different pastries and gorgeous recipes for sweet and savoury pies and tarts. It's worth buying the book for the chicken and chorizo pie recipe alone. Absolutely inspiring." - Diana HenryA masterclass in the art and craft of baking and decoration. Julie Jones is renowned for her highly decorative bakes packed with bold layers of flavor and texture. She is leading the pastry revival, believing that with a bit of patience and a love for food, anyone can create delicious, beautiful bakes.A comprehensive Pastry Recipes & Methods section guides you through 10 different types of pastry with step-by-step instructions. These include loved classics such as Shortcrust and Hot Water, as well as a versatile Vegan and Gluten-free, that can be swapped in or out of recipes with a helpful Alternative Pastry Key.Chapters include Fruit, Cream & Cheese, Nuts, Vegetables, Meat & Fish and Crunch & Crumb, featuring more than 50 sweet and savory recipes ranging from a crowd-pleasing Vegetable Patch(work) Tart to stunning Vanilla Slices.Dive in and be inspired by Julie's delicate decorations and full-on flavors - these bakes are fun and achievable, with swaps and creativity encouraged.
On a searing summer’s day on an idyllic beach in South Devon, a young boy plunges to a horrific death from the overlanding cliffs, the tragic event graphically captured on film by the enigmatic Salcombe painter and entrepreneur Lois St John. Five years later, the boy’s father suffers the identical fate at the same location.Called to the scene, Moorland Forensic Consultants uncover a prophetic link between Liam Mercer’s fatal fall and a controversial painting of his son’s death titled ‘Falling Memories’.James, Fiona and Katie Sinclair draw upon their professional expertise as a string of mysterious deaths follow. They uncover a web of corruption and foul play, which leads to the very top of the judicial system and the international art world.Moorland Forensics work in conjunction with DCI Mick Rose and high-profile Home Office forensic practitioner Nick Shelby to uncover the truth behind the murders, all set within the stunning landscape of the Salcombe Coast and the South Hams.
Ein Backbuch mit Herz und Seele – von der bekannten Social-Media-Größe Julie Jones! Die einzigartigen Backrezepte in diesem Buch sind etwas Besonderes: Hier finden Sie eine Mischung aus persönlicher und berührender Geschichte, stimmungsvollen Bildern und großartigen, hübsch dekorierten Backideen für Kuchen, Gebäck, Tartes oder Torten voller Liebe und Hingabe. Die wichtigsten Zutaten beim Backen sind nicht etwa Zucker, Mehl oder Eier, sondern es ist die LIEBE! Das beweist Autorin Julie Jones mit ihren traumhaften Rezepten und gefühlvollen Geschichten eindrucksvoll in ihrem atmosphärisch inszenierten Backbuch. Die gelernte Köchin begann mit dem Backen als ihre Mutter an Demenz erkrankte. Gemeinsame Erlebnisse in der Backstube und die damit verbundenen Kindheitserinnerungen halfen Mutter und Tochter durch die schwere Zeit. Deshalb hat die Autorin in dieses Backbuch auch jede Menge Herz gesteckt – genauer gesagt in ihre Backrezepte für fruchtige Tartes und Pies, Kuchen und Kleinigkeiten, Brot und Hefegebäck, Schokoladiges, süße Sünden und in Ideen für den Wochenend-Brunch. Mal sind Backrezepte wie Schoko-Cheesecake, Apfelrosentarte, Kaffee-Walnuss-Minis oder Créme-brûlèe-Tarte mit weißer Schokolade leicht nachzumachen und mal erfordern sie eine etwas aufwendigere Zubereitung. Auf jeden Fall helfen sie alle dabei, dass Sie beim Backen entspannen können. Und beim Naschen, da schmeicheln sie ganz wunderbar der Seele!
