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Robert Beatty

    Robert Beatty crafts compelling mystery-thrillers that often explore unconventional and heroic young female protagonists. Driven by a desire to share stories with his daughters, his works are set in atmospheric and mysterious locations where history and fantasy intertwine. Beatty's writing is renowned for its ability to captivate readers of all ages, weaving together elements of suspense, adventure, and emotional depth. His skill in world-building and character development has solidified his distinctive voice in contemporary literature.

    Robert Beatty
    Serafina and the Splintered Heart-The Serafina Series Book 3
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    Mindfulness for a Happy Life
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    SERAFINA & THE SEVEN STARS THE SERAFINA
    SERAFINA BOXED SET PB X3
    • 2024

      Sylvia Doe and the 100-Year Flood

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of North Carolina's mountains, the story follows twelve-year-old Sylvia Doe, who repeatedly escapes from foster homes to return to her beloved wilderness. Her journey takes an unexpected turn when a catastrophic flood, an enigmatic boy, and a mysterious cave reveal a portal to different times and places, ultimately guiding her to discover where she truly belongs.

      Sylvia Doe and the 100-Year Flood
    • 2023

      Robert Beatty's best-selling gothic fantasy about an unforgettable heroine is now a mesmerizing graphic novel with rich, atmospheric illustrations."The story drips with suspense, wrapping readers into the narrative just as easily as the man in the black cloak binds his young victims." — School Library Journal“Never go into the deep parts of the forest, for there are many dangers there, and they will ensnare your soul.”Serafina has never had a reason to disobey her pa and venture beyond the grounds of Biltmore Estate. There’s plenty to explore in her grand home, although she must take care to never be seen. None of the rich folk upstairs know that Serafina exists; she and her pa, the estate’s maintenance man, have secretly lived in the basement for as long as Serafina can remember.But when children at the estate start disappearing, only Serafina knows who the culprit is: a terrifying man in a black cloak who stalks Biltmore’s corridors at night. Following her own harrowing escape, Serafina risks everything by joining forces with Braeden Vanderbilt, the young nephew of Biltmore’s owners. Braeden and Serafina must uncover the Man in the Black Cloak’s true identity…before all of the children vanish one by one.Readers who enjoy history and mystery and like their thrills and chills in visual form will delight in this graphic novel adaptation of a bestseller.Read the entire New York Times Best-selling series!

      Serafina and the Black Cloak: The Graphic Novel
    • 2022

      My Melissa

      • 1032 pages
      • 37 hours of reading

      Set in the late 1930s, the story follows identical twins George and Arthur, who come from a wealthy Baltimore family. Their summer vacation takes an unexpected turn when they visit a secluded South Carolina resort, where they meet Melissa, a local cleaning girl. As their infatuation deepens into a passionate love affair, both brothers vie for Melissa's affection, leading to intense rivalry and potential fractures in their brotherly bond. The narrative explores themes of love, class disparity, and familial loyalty amidst the backdrop of privilege.

      My Melissa
    • 2021

      Wanda's Tower

      • 566 pages
      • 20 hours of reading

      Wanda is a skilled technician and a sexual adventuress, whose life is shaped by a pivotal moment during her adolescence. While on a road trip with her parents, she overhears a couple's passionate encounter and becomes captivated, igniting her own desires. This experience marks the beginning of her exploration into seduction and sexuality, influencing her career and personal life. As she navigates her roles as a repair technician and a barroom pick-up artist, Wanda embodies the complexities of desire and self-discovery.

      Wanda's Tower
    • 2021

      Willa of Dark Hollow

      • 384 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      4.2(1122)Add rating

      "Willa and her clan are the last of the Faeran, an ancient race of forest people who have lived in the Great Smoky Mountains for as long as the trees have grown there. But as crews of newly arrived humans start cutting down great swaths of the forest she loves, she is helpless to stop them. How can she fight the destroyers of the forest and their powerful machines? When Willa discovers a mysterious dark hollow filled with strange and beautiful creatures, she comes to realize that it contains a terrifying force that seems to be hunting humans. Is unleashing these dangerous spirits the key to stopping the loggers? Willa must find a way to save the people and animals she loves and take a stand against a consuming darkness that threatens to destroy her world."--

      Willa of Dark Hollow
    • 2020

      Mindfulness for a Happy Life

      • 144 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Insight meditation is explored through approachable and heartfelt teachings that blend humor and humanity. The author presents mindfulness in simple language, making it accessible to everyone, from skeptics to seasoned practitioners. This guide offers a profound understanding of mindfulness, emphasizing its potential to enhance happiness in life.

      Mindfulness for a Happy Life
    • 2020

      No Other Name

      • 974 pages
      • 35 hours of reading

      Set in a remote rural town, the story follows Samuel Martin, a young man content with his life on the family farm, yearning for a partner to share his love. He becomes infatuated with Clarinda, a beautiful but enigmatic young prostitute who conceals her true identity and feelings. As Samuel's reckless love for her deepens, he discovers the consequences of pursuing passion without caution, ultimately learning that life often unfolds in unexpected ways, challenging his dreams of a simple, fulfilling existence.

      No Other Name
    • 2019

      SERAFINA & THE SEVEN STARS THE SERAFINA

      • 352 pages
      • 13 hours of reading
      4.4(3520)Add rating

      In 1900, the shapeshifting guardian of North Carolina's Biltmore estate faces deceptively dark and terrifying forces that make her question her own senses and whom she can trust

      SERAFINA & THE SEVEN STARS THE SERAFINA
    • 2018

      Willa of the Wood

      • 376 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      4.2(5946)Add rating

      From #1 New York Times best-selling author Robert Beatty comes a thrilling new series set in the magical world of Serafina. Move without a sound. Steal without a trace. Willa, a young night-spirit of the Great Smoky Mountains, is her clan's best thief. She creeps into the homes of day-folk under cover of darkness and takes what they won't miss. It's dangerous work-the day-folk kill whatever they do not understand--but Willa will do anything to win the approval of the padaran, the charismatic leader of the Faeran people. When Willa's curiosity leaves her hurt and stranded in the day world, she calls upon an ancient, unbreakable bond to escape. Only then does she discover the truth: not all day-folk are the same, and the magical foundations that have guarded the Faeran for eons are under attack. As forces of unfathomable destruction encroach on her home, Willa must decide who she truly is. To save the day-folk family that has become her own--and lift the curse that has robbed her people of their truth--Willa will meet deadly force with trusted alliance, violence with shelter, and an ever-changing world with a steady heartbeat of courage.

      Willa of the Wood