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Snowbound secrets, shifter wars, family lies, and epic battles — September delivers it all.

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Some promises cost you the one you love.

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The Temple of Kronos wants her dead. The Stoneslayer wants her destroyed. Neither will have her.

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A poisoned cousin, a five-year-old's life, and a family with too many secrets.

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Betrayal runs in her blood. Justice runs in his. Together, they burn it all down.

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"ANOTHER WINNER!"
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Running from her past, she finds a killer, a protector, and her faith.

Why Do Horses Sleep Standing Up? by Marty Becker

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Also by Marty Becker:

Your Dog: The Owner's Manual, April 2011
Hardcover
The Ultimate Bird Lover, February 2010
Paperback
The Ultimate Cat Lover, August 2008
Paperback
The Ultimate Dog Lover, August 2008
Paperback
bowWOW!, November 2007
Paperback
meowWOW!, November 2007
Hardcover
Why Do Horses Sleep Standing Up?, October 2007
Hardcover
Why Do Dogs Drink Out of the Toilet?, September 2006
Paperback
Do Cats Always Land on Their Feet?, September 2006
Paperback
Fitness Unleashed!, May 2006
Trade Size
Chicken Soup for the Horse Lover's Soul II, March 2006
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Chicken Soup for the Dog Lover's Soul, September 2005
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Chicken Soup for the Cat Lover's Soul, September 2005
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WHY DO HORSES SLEEP STANDING UP?
By: Marty Becker

101 of the Most Perplexing Questions Answered About Equine Enigmas, Medical Mysteries, and Befuddling Behaviors

HCI
October 2007
On Sale: October 15, 2007
256 pages
ISBN: 075730608X
EAN: 9780757306082
Hardcover
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So you think you know horses? Do you love horses? Whether you live to ride, love to pet, or like to cheer on your favorite at the races, you???ll get the inside track on all things equine in this must-read compendium. From breeding and behavior to medical tips and trivia, plus historical and contemporary facts, it???s all here to give you more horse sense. ???America???s Favorite Vet??? Dr. Marty Becker and his wife, Teresa, team up with award-winning writer and horsewoman Audrey Pavia and syndicated columnist Gina Spadafori to answer everything you???d ever want to know about horses--and more! How long does it take for a baby horse to learn how to stand? What???s the difference between a pony and a horse? Why can???t a horse just wear a cast on a broken leg? How much horsepower does a horse really have? How do directors get horses to fall down in movies? Do horseshoes really bring good luck? Why do horses walk and poop at the same time? Does a horse know if he has won a race? Is it true horses can???t throw up? Are horses good swimmers? Do horses have good memories? While no one will ever be able to fully explain the mutual love, trust, and devotion between humans and horses, this book will bring you one step closer. Giddy up!

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Good Morning America - September 19, 2007

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