The Heart Of Bali Novella

What happens when your break from real life shows you exactly how empty it actually is? Focused and driven, Aurora has built her PR and event management company into a thriving success. But, it's come at a cost. Her relationships suffer, and she has virtually no social life. When her boyfriend suggests a holiday to mend the bridges, it seems like a good idea to rekindle their attraction and make some new life choices. Instead, she finds herself in the tropical paradise of Bali, heartbroken and alone. When Marcel, the hotelier, offers to show her the real Bali, she doesn't hesitate – he might be just the pick–me–up she needs. Pinning Marcel as a Casanova, Aurora decides to have fun and not overthink things. Exploring her more sensual side brings a newfound confidence, and she finds herself falling for the French hotelier and the Bali he shows her...until an unexpected visitor arrives at the hotel. As her holiday draws to a close, will Aurora choose to leave with good memories, or follow her heart?

What happens when your break from real life shows you exactly how empty it actually is? Focused and driven, Aurora has built her PR and event management company into a thriving success. But, it's come at a cost. Her relationships suffer, and she has virtually no social life. When her boyfriend suggests a holiday to mend the bridges, it seems like a good idea to rekindle their attraction and make some new life choices. Instead, she finds herself in the tropical paradise of Bali, heartbroken and alone. When Marcel, the hotelier, offers to show her the real Bali, she doesn't hesitate - he might be just the pick - me - up she needs. Pinning Marcel as a Casanova, Aurora decides to have fun and not overthink things. Exploring her more sensual side brings a newfound confidence, and she finds herself falling for the French hotelier and the Bali he shows her...until an unexpected visitor arrives at the hotel. As her holiday draws to a close, will Aurora choose to leave with good memories, or follow her heart?

Set in the first decade of the 20th century, this moving book shares the tragic reality of the Dutch invasion of Bali and the mass suicides that ensued. In Love and Death in Bali, renowned author Vicki Baum skillfully intermeshes several different narratives that all culminate in the infamous puputan (the "ending"), the slaughter and mass suicides that brought the old Bali to an end in 1906. Written within living memory of these bloody events, the book tells the story of the passionate and deeply spiritual people who defy Dutch imperial forces through an act that brings them certain death--and certain rebirth. The looting of a Chinese trading ship gives the Dutch colonial forces the perfect excuse to intervene in island affairs, but they encounter astonishing resistance. In the battle of Badung, wave upon wave of Balinese clothed in white ceremonial garb charge into the blazing Dutch guns, kris daggers in hand, prepared to die. Who among them will survive, and how will their lives be forever changed? Love and Death in Bali, first published in German in 1937, is considered by many to be the finest novel ever written about this island paradise where everyone, regardless of caste or position, is woven into the fabric of an ancient culture, connected by customs and, above all, by strong religious beliefs. In this edition, anthropologist and award-winning author Nigel Barkley's introduction provides excellent context for the complex, dramatic tale that follows.

A Romance Novelby Cher Terais Rhiyan Carson has some tough decisions to make. Rocked by her recent divorce and nearly fired from her executive role at a prestigious architectural firm, her life is turned upside down. She needs a change quickly and decides to throw caution to the wind and board a 32-hour flight to Bali in the aftermath of an earthquake. Intending to lose herself in selfless service while on a volunteer mission, she may have unintentionally lost herself in love. AGAIN. Kendrick Kekoa's civil engineering firm has had international success as a natural disaster assessment, cleanup and reconstruction industry leader. As CEO, he has had his own personal success as a much sought-after bachelor as well. When their paths collide, Kendrick's ego and Rhiyan's distrust are the makings of a perfect storm over the calm Bali blue waters. Will their union be a cyclone of healing love or a gale wind, strong enough to tear them apart?

The Children of Fire are taking a much needed break on the beautiful beaches of Bali. It's a place of acceptance, a place where Shin and Kayin no longer have to hide their relationship. So to celebrate Kayin's birthday, Shin takes him on a three-day romantic trip - just the two of them. Finally able to spend some quality alone time together, romance, fun, and sexy times ensue. But Shin and Kayin find they must make some tough decisions. Can their new love handle the pressures of not only first-time intimacy, but society and family expectations too? **Increased heat level from the other books in the series. At least PG-13 or older. THIS IS A NOVELLA - REALLY, LIKE 30 PAGES. Series Order: Phoenix Child - Download for Free! Legacy of the Feathered Serpent Heirs of Avalon Kayin's Fire (A novella) A Dragon's Clutch Magic in Bali Kin to the Asuras ~More coming soon! Children of Fire, Paranormal, Young Adult, Family, Foster Children, Fantasy, Unicorns, Circus, Teen Young Adult, magic, Young Adult fantasy, series, Young Adult Paranormal Series, Bali, magical creatures, urban fantasy, Teen romance, coming of age

A riveting and poignant novel of one woman’s journey to Bali in search of love, renewal, and a place to call home—perfect for readers of Elizabeth Gilbert’s Eat, Pray, Love and Alex Garland’s The Beach. It starts as a trip to paradise. Sent on assignment to Bali, Jamie, an American adventure guide, imagines spending weeks exploring the island’s lush jungles and pristine white sand beaches. Yet three days after her arrival, she is caught in Bali’s infamous nightclub bombings, which irreparably change her life and leave her with many unanswered questions. One year later, haunted by memories, Jamie returns to Bali seeking a sense of closure. Most of all, she hopes to find Gabe, the man who saved her from the attacks. She hasn’t been able to forget his kindness—or the spark between them as he helped her heal. Checking into a cozy guest house for her stay, Jamie meets the kindly owner, who is coping with a painful past of his own, and a young boy who improbably becomes crucial to her search. Jamie has never shied away from a challenge, but a second chance with Gabe presents her with the biggest dilemma of all: whether she’s ready to open her heart. Look for special features inside. Join the Random House Reader’s Circle for author chats and more. Praise for The Paradise Guest House “Two survivors of Bali’s terrorist bombing find love and spiritual rebirth on an island whose inhabitants believe in reincarnation in Sussman’s touching panorama of paradise. . . . Throughout, Sussman celebrates lovers, quiet healing, and the sweetness of the island and its people.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “A story of healing and redemption, of finding love in the most unexpected places, and of the importance of moving forward . . . Sussman has drawn a vivid, well-balanced portrait of a woman and a country working to recover from an unimaginable event and a very personal look at a global tragedy.”—Booklist “Echoing Bali’s difficult recovery from [the 2002 terrorist bombing], the characters tread the difficult terrain of post-traumatic attachment. . . . A respectful and earnest . . . treatment of devastation’s aftermath.”—Kirkus Reviews “[A] moving story about making sense of life after a tragedy . . . This touching tale will cause contemplation about what closure truly means.”—RT Book Reviews