Books with title A Family Secret

What if, with a simple thought, you could change everything about yourself? On the first day of high school, Kayleigh wishes she could be taller, curvier, and cooler. But when she discovers she's a morph -- shape-shifters who can become anyone or anything -- the boundaries around personality, sexuality, and gender identity are blurred. Suddenly, everything is fair game. But there are those who want to control Kayleigh and her gifts. Overnight, she becomes a target, and surviving the school year means defending herself against cyber-bullies, learning to control her newfound powers, and hiding from the ancient secret society that kidnapped her mother. Morphing has consequences, and Kayleigh begins to realize that being able to change into anything can mean losing herself in the process. After all, in a world full of morphs, rules are meant to be broken...

While searching his grandmother's attic for likely items to sell at a yard sale, Jeroen finds a photo album that brings back hard memories for his grandmother, Helena. Helena tells Jeroen for the first time about her experiences during the German occupation of the Netherlands during the Second World War, and mourns the loss of her Jewish best friend, Esther. Helena believes that her own father, a policeman and Nazi sympathizer, delivered Esther to the Nazis and that she died in a concentration camp. But after hearing her story, Jeroen makes a discovery and Helena realizes that her father kept an important secret from her.

See no evil...Elizabeth and Jessica Wakefield are thrilled when their cousin Kelly Bates arrives in Sweet Valley. Kelly's mother is planning to remarry and hopes that living with the Wakefields for a while will prepare Kelly for life with a new stepfather and two stepbrothers.As soon as Kelly arrives she shocks her cousins by going out with troublemaker Kirk Anderson. Then she announces her plans to stay in Sweet Valley and live with her father. She says he's the perfect dad, but that's not the way it looks to the twins. Their cousin seems to have a blind spot when it comes to her father, as well as to Kirk. Will Kelly find out what's keeping her from seeing the truth?

Family Secrets is the second volume of the Nocturnia Chronicles, a series for both adults and young readers, middle grades and up.The story of Ryan and Emma continues as they search for their missing older brother. After escaping a lethal attack of the Silent Ones, they are helped by a variety of displaced humans and monsters, ranging from Ambrose Bierce to a sect of vegetarian werewolves. During their attempts to avoid capture by the fierce renegade ruler, Falzon, Ryan and Emma embark on an odyssey of adventure and revelation, learning more about this strange nightmare world ... and about themselves.

While searching his grandmother’s attic for likely items to sell at a yard sale, Jeroen finds a photo album that brings back hard memories for his grandmother, Helena. Helena tells Jeroen for the first time about her experiences during the German occupation of the Netherlands during the Second World War, and mourns the loss of her Jewish best friend, Esther. Helena believes that her own father, a policeman and Nazi sympathizer, delivered Esther to the Nazis and that she died in a concentration camp. But after hearing her story, Jeroen makes a discovery and Helena realizes that her father kept an important secret from her.

The new No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller from the master storyteller, Josephine Cox.Family secrets can weigh the heaviest…Although she’s surrounded by a loving family, Marie is lonely. The secret she has been carrying for many years is a burden – it’s telling could ruin the lives of those she loves most.Marie’s granddaughter, Cathy, is a cheerful young woman and in the first flush of love. Her grandmother’s secret will not only change Cathy’s future but rewrite her past.Sister-in-law Beth seems to have a happy life and a goodmarriage but behind closed doors she’s heartbreakingly sad. Will she be brave enough to speak out and run away?These three women are at the beginning of a journey – one that will change their lives forever.

Family Secrets is the second volume of the Nocturnia Chronicles, a series for both adults and young readers, middle grades and up. The story of Ryan and Emma continues as they search for their missing older brother. After escaping a lethal attack of the Silent Ones, they are helped by a variety of displaced humans and monsters, ranging from Ambrose Bierce to a sect of vegetarian werewolves. During their attempts to avoid capture by the fierce renegade ruler, Falzon, Ryan and Emma embark on an odyssey of adventure and revelation, learning more about this strange nightmare world . . . and about themselves.Praise for Definitely Not Kansas, the first book in the Nocturnia series:“F. Paul Wilson and Thomas F. Monteleone are no strangers to awards, blockbuster books, or each other. Where many collaborations fall short due to varying factors, these two created a fantastic, delightfully horrific world which seems effortless. It could be due to the fact that they’ve been buddies for decades or that they both know how to tell a story, lean and mean, giving the reader nothing but the tale they want. Merging styles is difficult – here, however, the writing is seamless and feels like a single author penned the entire novel.” — Horror World“The world the authors have created is complex and compelling, with its own nations and politics, steam-powered vehicles and wide array of monsters. The general rules for vampires, zombies, mummies, and other beloved horror staples are tossed aside here, the authors changing things up and making them their own. Readers will root for (and against) the characters, enjoy the abundance of humor, the world-building, and the fresh spin on many iconic monsters. Definitely Not Kansas is a book that anyone can enjoy. Above all, it’s sheer fun. The trip to Nocturnia is well worth the price of admission, and a cliffhanger ending ensures another visit when the sequel comes along.” — Hellnotes“We’re definitely not home anymore, and I doubt Dorothy would last a minute in Nocturnia. Munchkins would likely find themselves on a menu in this imaginative, fascinating homage to Oz. Protagonists Emma and Ryan propel this tale as they take the reader along a journey of survival and discovery. Both are strong lead characters and the cast of monstrous villains are anything but cookie-cutter caricatures. Surprises await around every corner and one can only imagine where the next book will travel. Definitely Not Kansas takes the reader by the throat and the heart, and never relents. Anyone who loves a good story, and who still embraces the youth within, will tumble head over heels into the vortex for this new series.” — Monster LibrarianTom Monteleone has published more than 100 short stories, 4 collections, 7 anthologies and 27 novels including the bestseller, New York Times Notable Book of the Year, The Blood of the Lamb. He is a 4-time winner of the Bram Stoker Award for Novel, Collection, Anthology, and Non-Fiction. He’s also written scripts for stage, screen, and TV, as well as The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Writing a Novel (now in a 2nd edition). With his wife, Elizabeth, he lives in Maryland. F. Paul Wilson is the award-winning New York Times bestselling author of more than 50 books and many short stories spanning horror, adventure, medical thrillers, science fiction, and virtually everything in between. His work has been translated into 24 languages. He’s best known for his continuing series character—Repairman Jack. He lives with his wife, Mary, near the Jersey shore.

Sophia Morganthal’s senior year is full of surprises. A family she never knew existed, magical powers she never even dreamed of, and a legacy she’s not sure she wants. Amidst all of the upheaval in her life, Sophia also finds one source of happiness – Connor. The last thing she needs is more complications, but Connor is the only person who makes her feel wanted for herself and not for what she stands for. As Sophia learns more about herself, and what being initiated into Blackthorne coven really means, she discovers more questions than answers. After a devastating revelation, Sophia knows she needs to make a choice—support her family or follow her heart. Either could have deadly consequences. Will she play it safe or play to win?

What if, with a simple thought, you could change everything about yourself? On the first day of high school, Kayleigh wishes she could be taller, curvier, and cooler. But when she discovers she’s a morph -- shape-shifters who can become anyone or anything -- the boundaries around personality, sexuality, and gender identity are blurred. Suddenly, everything is fair game. But there are those who want to control Kayleigh and her gifts. Overnight, she becomes a target, and surviving the school year means defending herself against cyber-bullies, learning to control her newfound powers, and hiding from the ancient secret society that kidnapped her mother. Morphing has consequences, and Kayleigh begins to realize that being able to change into anything can mean losing herself in the process. After all, in a world full of morphs, rules are meant to be broken...

Bob Allen and many of the residents of Cutter Gap are upset that the Washingtons, a black family, have moved into the Cove. When a hostile shooting and a series of threatening incidents befall the newly arrived family, Christy steps in to help. Will a clue in the Washingtons' family Bible and a surprising link to Cutter Gap hold the key to real peace and acceptance?

Hi. I'm Rachel. I'm fifteen. When we moved house (Dad's idea), I was so dreading starting my new school. Turns out, that was the least of my worries. Within weeks I'd: 1. Fallen out with my new best friend.2. Found out I was adopted and3. Figured out my parents were keeping something from me. (Apart from me being adopted, that is.) Turns out my whole life was a lie and I'd got to figure out the truth. I was like, a total wreck! The only good thing was Luke. This is the first book in a trilogy about me. My life was so ordinary until I found out I was adopted. Then everything totally changed! The second book, 'Family Fear' came out December 2010. Just when I thought everything was settling back down again things got really scary. Gran missing, police at the door, a weirdo woman following me and my life in danger!Both books are available on kindle and in paperback.There's no release date yet for book three 'Family Missing', but by the title you can guess, things just keep getting worse. I may never see my family again.