Ali applies his caustic pen to descriptions of [Pakistan’s] leaders. . . . Ali offers strongly argued opinions on the past, and his preferred future, of Pakistani politics.” —Booklist “Ali carefully examines Pakistan’s long, troubled relationship with America . . . intense, closely observed commentary on perilous developments in an unstable nation.” —Kirkus Reviews “This is a provocative history . . . the narrative is analytical with an undertone of love for a people. . . . The Duel is an important book. . . . It is written in an engaging and accessible style. As the U.S. widens its war against those who would defy its designs into Pakistan, it becomes essential reading for anyone who refuses to accept the Orientalist narrative spewed by the policy makers in Washington, D.C.” —Ron Jacobs, CounterPunch “Hard-hitting . . . a must-read.” —Atlantic Free Press “The Duel is a strongly written, well-argued, and readily accessible work.” —The Palestine Chronicle “The Duel offers a detailed and impassioned history.” —Mohammed Hanif, The Guardian (UK) “This sprightly romp should be read by anyone who wants real insights into Pakistan. It is as good a primer on Pakistani politics as you will find.” —The Spectator (London)

For an alien and a human girl, all's fair in love and courtship…Attorney Toni Sutterman is on the fast-track, her success all but an open-and-shut case when she realizes she lacks what's really important: true love. With marriage-minded men in short supply on planet Earth, she joins the Intergalactic Dating Agency hoping to find a good match with an extraterrestrial. When her alien mate finally arrives, he proves beyond all doubt to be the man of her dreams: tall, sexy, romantic, and totally devoted to her. So what if there's a bit of gray area about how he actually got here?Aton of planet Dakon doesn't mean to pull a fast one. He has every intent to play by the rules until false accusations get him escorted from the spaceship just before it blasts off. Neither spurious allegations nor the vastness of space will keep him from his mate, so he makes his own way to Earth to claim the female he was promised. As soon as he sees Toni, he recognizes her as his...

'The right people turn up in your life at the right time if you let them.'Sienna Wilson is living her dream in the city - a rewarding obstetrics job in a leading hospital, an apartment with a view, and handsome Sergeant McCabe on call whenever she needs him. The last thing she wants is a posting to a remote outback town to investigate a medical mystery.But on arrival in Spinifex, Sienna is brought to life in new and exciting ways. In a community riddled with secrets, she meets troubled young barmaid Maddy, and tough publican Alma, both with their troubles to hide.As they draw strength from each other, new friendships, new loves and new babies are born, proving that when strong women join forces, they can overcome even the greatest odds.Praise for Fiona McArthur:'I never miss one of Fiona McArthur's books.' Sam Still Reading'An uplifting story of friendship and romance.' Book'd Out'Whenever I feel like journeying to the ochre and...

'If you loved Apple Tree Yard, you'll love In the Blood. Totally gripping and compelling – perfectly crafted' Sarah Flint, author of Mummy's Favourite. In southeast London, a young mother has been accused of an unthinkable crime: poisoning her own child – and then leaving him to die. The mother, Ellie, is secretive and challenging – she's had a troubled upbringing – but does that mean she's capable of murder? Balancing the case with raising her disabled five-year-old son, criminal defence lawyer Sarah Kellerman sets out in desperate pursuit of the truth. But when her own child becomes unwell, Sarah realises she's been drawn into a dangerous game. Unsettling and compulsive, In the Blood is a chilling study of class, motherhood and power from a new star in crime fiction.

This is the story of the first computer enhanced human. David Klein was attached to a computer at birth and has amassed all the knowledge of humanity, with the ability to use it. Unfortunately, knowledge and intelligence is different from wisdom. This book tells David's story from college to manhood.

It’s a hard life living on the western plains. Elizabeth Murphy knows she lives it every day. Then just like some medieval knight in shining armor, a stranger arrives at her door. He claims to be a friend, who is down on his luck and looking for work. Just looking at him sets her body on fire, and with them sharing a small log cabin, the nights are bound to heat up.

Sometimes the wrong choices brings us to the right places...Kicked to the curb with nowhere to go and no one to turn to, Lisa Barclay was in the unenviable position of being homeless. With no money and no one to turn to she had to do the unthinkable and prostitute herself. But that was just the beginning...Her first customer turns out to be a surprise and what happens next is an adventure in discovery.

Take responsibility for his orphaned niece, yes. Raise her himself, no. A good boarding school was what the girl needed, not an uncle who was never home. But then Michael Throckmorton's niece ran away. And the big-hearted, beautiful diner waitress who'd taken her in wasn't letting her go so easily. Josie Miller had a few conditions for Michael. Oddly enough, he was willing to listen. Yet days later, why wasn't he hauling the teen back to school and himself back to the city? Could it be that an unlikely family was forming?

"Pregnancy was a 90-minute massage compared to life now."After her little bundle of joy, Rowan (aka The Dictator) arrives, Rebecca Eckler wonders when the promised "rewarding" part will kick in. She wasn't supposed to trade in tight jeans for baggy sweatpants, or give up the dream of sound sleep and a passionate sex life. Yet, even in the throes of her exhaustion, Rebecca gleans and shares some sound advice for modern moms, including everything you need to know on• The Diaper Genie: "It's been six weeks and we have yet to use this 'must-have' baby item because we can't figure out how the damn thing works."• Achievement: "No matter how well I had done in school, no matter what my career accomplishments were, my mother had never been so proud of me as when I gave birth."• Keeping up appearances: "How is it possible that I haven't had a drink in months, yet still look worse than I ever did hung over?"• The effectiveness of baby...