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Maya Mirza's unlucky-in-love past seems to be turning around when she ends up in an arranged marriage to the on-paper perfect man; but as she heads to her wedding in Pakistan, she finally meets the man of her dreams, who isn't the man to whom she is arranged to be wed.
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A marriage usually deteriorates slowly, after months or years of simmering tension and poor communication.Divorce and parental separation have been associated with a range of adverse outcomes affecting all those involved in the process. But why is it challenging for men, as multiple studies indicate it to be? How could men and women create a support system that will help the couple overcome challenges related to the split and help children cope with...
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Bienvenidos al mundo de mamá...
A papá le gustan los artilugios; al pequeño Peter y a la pequeña Jane les gusta provocar incendios, intentar matarse el uno al otro y hacer que mamá tenga que tomarse unas copas; y lo que necesita mamá es tomarse un descanso y desconectar...
Mamá ha cumplido 39 años. Lo que ve ante sí es un deprimente futuro lleno de invitaciones a asistir a clases avanzadas de yoga, y de educadísimos clubes de lectura donde...
5) Crimes of Honor: Formal and Informal Adjudicatory Systems in India and Pakistan to Enforce and Co
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This study presents a comparative analysis of the formal and informal legal systems in India and Pakistan in relation to honour crimes. The two countries share a common historical context that is reflected in their socio-cultural ethos. This study analyses the commonalities in their historical contexts, the invasion of the subcontinent, the intrusion and inclusion of foreign settlers, and the factors that contributed towards the creation and maintenance...
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Gracie Browne lives an idyllic life, or so it seems. On the surface she and her husband Aiden are a successful couple: childhood sweethearts, with a marriage that others could only aspire to. Deborah, one of the golf club wives and an admirer of Aiden has a burning passion to take him for herself. It's during one of the dinner parties that Gracie hosts for the men and wives of the golf club, that Gracie finally finds her voice. A voice she thought...
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Get the Summary of John Mordechai Gottman's Why Marriages Succeed or Fail in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Why Marriages Succeed or Fail" by John Gottman explores the intricate dynamics of marital relationships, focusing on the patterns of interaction that can either strengthen or undermine a marriage. Gottman's extensive research examines how couples communicate, including their verbal exchanges, facial expressions,...
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In "Wives' Fury Unleashed," immerse yourself in a gripping narrative that unravels the intricacies of betrayal, love, and the unwavering pursuit of redemption. This compelling book weaves together two powerful tales, each exploring the impact of deception on the delicate fabric of marriage.In the first tale, secrets fester beneath the surface as a devoted wife uncovers a shocking revelation about her husband's hidden life. As the fury of betrayal...
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Marriage can be a wonderful blessing freely given to us by God. However, if we don't listen to His instructions, marriage can become a terrible curse that people try to get out of and avoid. Fortunately, God provided clear instructions in the Bible on how to live a blessed marriage. These instructions hinge on a similar topic - Noble Character. Men, this is the type of woman you need to seek to be your wife. Women, this is the type of woman you need...
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Affordable weddings, it's a contradiction in terms, isn't it? The future of wedding planning is like that, so get over it. It is not just irrational, but utterly foolish, to spend all of your life savings on your wedding. Beautiful, classy weddings and celebrations don't have to break the bank. Modern couples understand that having a low-key wedding is the way to go rather than going all out. That, and the practice of having the bride's family foot...
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Wearing the wrong shoes can really ruin a perfectly nice day. In this visually inviting book, best-selling author and Women of Faith speaker Patsy Clairmont demonstrates how God guides our feet daily, helping women to "wear" the nine fruits of the Spirit. With words both whimsical and profound, Patsy teaches readers how to:
• strap on the sandals of kindness
• lace up the ballet slippers of joy
• glide into the penny loafers of patience
• tie...
12) Talk to Me Dad!
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Over 200,000 children are objects of parental abduction each year in the US. Many times physical and sexual abuse are involved. The question most of us never have to face is "How far would we go, to find our child". The Scott Meredith Literary Agency says "...Talk to Me Dad, a deeply troubling novel of child abuse, brutalization and revenge… this novel… has been a particular pleasure to read; we've been touched by many of its components, particularly...
13) High-Wired
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If you like Rachel Abbott, Mel Sherratt, and Val McDermid, you'll be gripped by this exciting new crime novel by best-selling author Andrea Frazer. High-Wired is the first volume in The Fine Line series, which sees Frazer show off her dark side as she moves into the world of police procedurals. The novel introduces us to DI Olivia Hardy, a firm but fair cop, and her new partner, DS Lauren Groves. Their wildly different backgrounds and styles of policing...
14) Tight Rope
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After entering a house where a commotion has been overheard, two community police officers make a horrific discovery. Detective Inspector Olivia Hardy and Detective Sergeant Lauren Groves are dispatched to investigate, triggering a major investigation which ends up with Hardy being usurped as Senior Investigating Officer. It's yet another problem for Hardy, as she already suspects that husband Hal is having an affair. Meanwhile, as Groves descends...
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The loss of a loved one is devastating, and the grief that follows is often crippling. While modern Western culture has adopted an aren't-you-over-it-yet? attitude toward death and the grief it brings, the grieving process can take years.
Weeks and months go by with no visible improvement. We might even wonder if God has forsaken us. Then one day it happens: We laugh. We feel connnected, restless, maybe even hopeful. We're no longer consumed by our...
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RED SHOES AND OTHER SHORT STORIES is an eclectic mix of entertaining and interesting tales, some based on fact and others entirely on imagination.Red Shoes - Do we really know our neighbours?T'aint a Bird - Surprise in rural Ireland WW2The Path of Darkness - A faddista's dreamThat's Not Funny - A gym experienceWell-Trained - A shaggy dog's storyThe Chicken-Man's Grandson - A boy's mixed emotionsThe Unfinished Currach - Fear of the unspokenConchita...
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Lainie Smith Morris is perfectly content with her life in New York City: she has four children, a handsome surgeon husband, and good friends. This life she has built is shattered, however, when her husband Charles announces he has accepted a job in Elliot, New Jersey, and that the family must relocate. Lainie is forced to give up the things she knows and loves.
Though Charles easily adapts to the intricacies of suburban life, even thriving in it,...
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Discover 10 Hours Of Practical Exercises, Habits & Strategies To Not Only Overcome Your Overthinking & Anxieties In Your Relationship But Also Create An Environment Where Your Love Can Blossom Like Never Before!
It's time to say goodbye to endless theory that resolves nothing for you, and hello to actual practical advice that will help you create the relationship you desire.
But, be aware.
This will...
20) Bride to Be
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Embark on a transformative journey to 'I do' with "Bride to Be: The Journey to I Do Starts with I Don't" by Samantha S. Jones.
This captivating ebook is not just a guide-it's your companion, confidante, and source of inspiration as you navigate the exhilarating path to your wedding day. Whether you've met him, or maybe you're speaking it into existence. This is for YOU!
Samantha warmly invites you to embrace the power of "I Don'ts" in this...
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