A Texas Reckoning In the early morning hours after a law firm recruiting party at a beachside house on Galveston Island, a female summer intern is found lying on the floor, bruised, bleeding, and unconscious. Something terrible has happened. She is taken to a hospital by the only other woman there, but the next day the intern is gone without a trace. Those involved decide to keep silent about the incident in order to further their own career ambitions, but the two women are haunted by what happened. Time passes. Ten years later, crime and hubris bring the former intern back into the lives of those that hurt her. Only this time, she has the power, and the truth is finally brought to light. From the power centers of Houston law and oil to the fracking fields of South Texas to the Jersey Shore and Washington D.C., this story chronicles the struggles of two ambitious young women in their quest for legal success and justice.
Pilar, an innocent young wife and mother, is abducted during a fake job interview in Mexico City and forced into sex slavery in Houston. Can she survive the horrors of a world—one which many Americans don’t see or ignore—long enough for her brother Diego to find her? Searching for Pilar breaks open the secretive and dangerous world of sex trafficking, while exploring human nature and our connections to each another. Diego’s guilt transforms him from a rudderless youth into a man of purpose, and courage. While he searches, Pilar finds a strength that could save herself and a young girl who needs her. The themes of family, love, faith and the law intertwine in this action-packed tale of the Bayou City.
Milo the monkey has a craving - BANANAS! But there isn't a single banana in sight. Can Eddie's map of the savannah lead the way to Milo's favorite food in time for dinner?
The Oak Island mystery has been the world’s greatest and strangest treasure hunt, and after years of research the authors have finally solved the sinister with an answer that is challenging, controversial, and disturbing. In 1795 three boys discovered the top of an ancient shaft on uninhabited Oak Island in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia. The boys began to dig, and what they uncovered started the world’s greatest and strangest treasure hunt but nobody knows what the treasure is. Two hundred years of courage, back-breaking effort, ingenuity, and engineering skills have failed to retrieve what is concealed there. Theories of what the treasure could be include Captain Kidd’s bloodstained pirate gold, an army payroll left by the French or British military engineers, priceless ancient manuscripts, the body of an Arif or other religious refugee leader, or the lost treasure of the Templars. The Oak Island curse prophesies that the treasure will not be found until seven men are dead and the last oak has fallen. That last oak has already gone, and six treasure hunters have been killed. After years of research, the authors have finally solved the sinister riddle of Oak Island, but their answer is challenging, controversial, and disturbing. Something beyond price still lies waiting in the labyrinth.
This is the first book to read -- and the most concise reference to keep -- for answers about employers' obligations under the complex web of labor and employment laws. The authors summarize the key laws, rules, and regulations that affect on-the-job practices and benefits programs including: -- The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) -- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) -- plant closings and layoffs (WARN Act) privacy and individual employee rights -- legality of testing applicants and employees -- union activity and collective bargaining issues, and much more You get clear explanations, checklists, and examples -- plus a glossary of terms you need to know to succeed in the employment law and employee relations arena. And since states' requirements can differ, the authors also give you a listing of state labor departments, human relations commissions, and NLRB field offices for your specific follow-up. Use of this handbook can help protect any organization from legal blind spots -- and help protect individuals from personal liability.
Zol wants to be a great hunter like his father, who was killed on a mammoth hunt many years before, but is haunted by his belief that animals feel fear and pain, especially after he rescues and tames a young crow.
The Thrill of The Hunt is a humorous and insightful collection of memoirs about the second hand market, including thrift stores, garage sales, estate sales, and record collecting. The three co-authors all live in San Diego Two are retired San Diego teachers, and two are co-owners of Nickelodeon Records in Normal Heights.
Adventures in the Moonlight is a magical story about a boy called Joe who one day forms a tortoise from clay in the garden. That night, the moonlight brings the tortoise to life. Joe and the tortoise play together before the tortoise teaches Joe his unique secret for long life. Inspired by this, Joe moulds other animals from clay who, in turn, teach him their life lessons too. This charming, modern story is derived from the ancient wisdom of Taoism which looks to nature for inspiration and guidance on how to live good lives. Adventures in the Moonlight is a wise and gentle book, perfect for those who want to breath spirit into the next generation.This book would suit younger children – whose parents can read the book to them as a story book – but would also suit older children who can read and explore ideas and concepts individually or under guidance.
Many Are Called But Few Are Chosen. This book aims to cover my introduction to and a brief history of spiritualism in Britain, my travels around the world working for Spirit and the wonderful people I have met through my experiences with Spirit, enabling me to pass on my knowledge to those who cross my pathway.
Do you think there's a treasure inside the cave?" asked Pogo, getting excited but feeling a but nervous. "I don't know, but let's find out," said Cleo. The two friends embark on an exciting journey to find a real treasure. They discover interesting things about caves, but then encounter some unexpected surprises. Come join in the fun adventure of Cleo and her loyal friend Pogo as they unravel the story's twists and turns.
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