Confessions Of A Highland Hero

Author : Steve Paterson,Frank Gilfeather
Publisher : Birlinn
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2010-08
Category : Addicts
ISBN : 1841589160

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Confessions of a Highland Hero by Steve Paterson,Frank Gilfeather Pdf

Steve Paterson was set for fame and stardom with Manchester United in the 1970s, but from the age of sixteen he became gripped by an addiction to gambling before descending into alcoholism and debt. He became a soccer mercenary in Hong Kong, Australia and Japan, but his gambling and ruinous lifestyle followed him everywhere. Despite his personal problems, Paterson became a successful football manager, first in the Highland League and then, leading Inverness Caledonian Thistle all the way to the brink of promotion to the Premier League before taking the reins at Aberdeen Football Club from which he was sacked as his drinking and gambling escalated. By then, he had spent more than GBP 1m on gambling over a 30 years period and racked up thousands of pounds worth of debt. In November 2008 Paterson decided to confront his addictions and booked into the famous Sporting Chance Clinic in Hampshire. He has now turned his life around and today works as a social worker helping youngsters in the north of Scotland. This candid and brutally honest memoir recounts the heady days of footballing success, twinned with the devastating hubris of his addictive personality.It is a heart-rending and insightful account of one of the most fascinating players and managers in the Scottish game.

Author : Steve Paterson
Publisher : Birlinn
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2011-07-01
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780857900920

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Steve Pele Paterson by Steve Paterson Pdf

Steve Paterson was set for fame and stardom with Manchester United in the 1970s, but from the age of sixteen he became gripped by an addiction to gambling before descending into alcoholism and debt. He became a soccer mercenary in Hong Kong, Australia and Japan, but his gambling and ruinous lifestyle followed him everywhere. Despite his personal problems, Paterson became a successful football manager, first in the Highland League and then, leading Inverness Caledonian Thistle all the way to the brink of promotion to the Premier League before taking the reins at Aberdeen Football Club from which he was sacked as his drinking and gambling escalated. By then, he had spent more than GBP 1m on gambling over a 30 years period and racked up thousands of pounds worth of debt. In November 2008 Paterson decided to confront his addictions and booked into the famous Sporting Chance Clinic in Hampshire. He has now turned his life around and today works as a social worker helping youngsters in the north of Scotland. This candid and brutally honest memoir recounts the heady days of footballing success, twinned with the devastating hubris of his addictive personality. It is a heart-rending and insightful account of one of the most fascinating players and managers in the Scottish game.

Author : Duncan Shearer
Publisher : Black & White Publishing
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2011-10-05
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781845025984

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Shearer Wonderland by Duncan Shearer Pdf

Duncan Shearer's incredible rise from non-league football to the international stage was a football fairytale. Beneath this seeming fairytale, however, lies a heart-rending story of personal tragedy and a heartwarming tale of triumph in the face of adversity. Discover how the demon drink cost him his big break as a teenager; find out why he spurned advances from Sir Alex Ferguson in his 1980s Aberdeen glory days; and, read his own account of his unwitting involvement with the English hooliganism scene as a young Chelsea player. There's also the inside story of Duncan Shearer's time both at Huddersfield Town and at Swindon Town and how his goalscoring exploits and incredible scoring record made him a legend with fans at both clubs. As well as giving the inside track on his footballing youth, Shearer recalls his transition to coaching. He tells of his partnership with Steve Paterson which lead to their turbulent period in charge at Pittodrie. Candidly, Shearer looks back at his battle to save his manager's career amidst Paterson's well publicised personal problems.

Author : Karen Marie Moning
Publisher : Dell
Page : 447 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2009-11-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307430243

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To Tame a Highland Warrior by Karen Marie Moning Pdf

Only her love could gentle his savage soul— He was born to a clan of warriors of supernatural strength, but Gavrael McIllioch abandoned his name and his Highland castle, determined to escape the dark fate of his ancestors. Hiding his identity from the relentless rival clan that hunted him, he called himself Grimm to protect the people he cared for, vowing never to acknowledge his love for ravishing Jillian St. Clair. Yet even from afar he watched over her, and when her father sent an urgent summons, "Come for Jillian," he raced to her side—into a competition to win her hand in marriage. Why had he run from her so many years before? And why return now to see her offered as a prize in her father's manipulative game? Furious, Jillian vowed never to wed. But Grimm was the man she loved, the one who urged her to marry another. He tried to pretend indifference as she tempted him, but he could not deny the fierce desires that compelled him to abduct her from the altar. She was the only woman who could tame the beast that raged within him—even as deadly enemies plotted to destroy them both....

Author : James Hogg
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1824
Category : Brothers
ISBN : BSB:BSB10265058

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The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner by James Hogg Pdf

Published anonymously in 1824, this gothic mystery novel was written by Scottish author James Hogg. The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner was published as if it were the presentation of a century-old document. The unnamed editor offers the reader a long introduction before presenting the document written by the sinner himself.

Author : Karen Marie Moning
Publisher : Dell
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2009-11-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307426970

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Beyond the Highland Mist by Karen Marie Moning Pdf

He would sell his warrior soul to possess her. . . . An alluring laird... He was known throughout the kingdom as Hawk, legendary predator of the battlefield and the boudoir. No woman could refuse his touch, but no woman ever stirred his heart—until a vengeful fairy tumbled Adrienne de Simone out of modern-day Seattle and into medieval Scotland. Captive in a century not her own, entirely too bold, too outspoken, she was an irresistible challenge to the sixteenth-century rogue. Coerced into a marriage with Hawk, Adrienne vowed to keep him at arm's length—but his sweet seduction played havoc with her resolve. A prisoner in time... She had a perfect "no" on her perfect lips for the notorious laird, but Hawk swore she would whisper his name with desire, begging for the passion he longed to ignite within her. Not even the barriers of time and space would keep him from winning her love. Despite her uncertainty about following the promptings of her own passionate heart, Adrienne's reservations were no match for Hawk's determination to keep her by his side. . . .

Author : Terry Spear
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2013-05-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781402266843

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A Highland Werewolf Wedding by Terry Spear Pdf

Book 3 in Terry Spear's Highland Wolf Series On The Run... After werewolves Elaine Hawthorn and Cearnach MacNeill almost have a head-on collision on a foggy Highland road, they're pretty well stuck with each other. It'll be hours before anyone can get there to pull his car out of the ditch and they both have better places to be. And Nowhere to Hide From Each Other... The sexy little American brings out all of Cearnach's big bag protective instincts. If she thought she was in trouble before, Elaine has no idea what kind of complications a hot Scot can cause... Delightful, steamy, and devilishly funny, join the hundreds of thousands of readers who already discovered that USA Today bestseller Terry Spear delivers a sizzle worth howling about. Highland Wolf Series: Heart of the Highland Wolf (Book 1) A Howl for a Highlander (Book 2) A Highland Werewolf Wedding (Book 3) Hero of a Highland Wolf (Book 4) A Highland Wolf Christmas (Book 5) Praise for USA Today bestseller A SEAL in Wolf's Clothing: "Hot and sexy love scenes, and situational humor that had me laughing out loud."—Fresh Fiction "A nonstop, action-packed romance with kick, growls, and sexy attitude."—Long and Short Reviews "A delightful and tantalizing read. The characters are spirited and realistic...You'll be captivated."—Thoughts in Progress

Author : Gail MacMillan
Publisher : The Wild Rose Press Inc
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2016-10-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781509209408

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Cowboy Confessions by Gail MacMillan Pdf

When a bull-riding accident ends Ross Turner’s rodeo career, he hermits himself away on a remote farm in New Brunswick. Depressed and disheartened, he’s determined to leave his cowboy life behind. Beautiful Jessi Wallace, sent to help him out of his crisis, is resolved that he won’t do any such thing. She has healed dispirited horses; she can bring him back from his defeat. And living alone in the farmhouse with him doesn’t bother her. After their childhood together, she feels certain handsome, charismatic Ross holds no romantic threat to her. Recently betrayed by her rodeo cowboy fiance, she’s not about to let another rodeo rider into her heart.

Author : James Hogg
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 333 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2006-05-25
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780141905471

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The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner by James Hogg Pdf

Brought up by a strict Calvinist pastor, Robert Wringham believes he is one of the elect, predestined for salvation while all others - including his real father and brother - are cursed. Convinced he is indestructible and above the law, Robert commits terrible crimes under the influence of Gil-Martin - his physical double - who claims they are acting in God's name to purify the world. But does this mysterious tempter actually exist? Could he be an agent of the devil? Subversive and unsettling, The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner (1824) is a compelling psychological depiction of religious bigotry and the seductive effects of power on a tormented soul.

Author : Martin Corona,Tony Rafael
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2017-07-25
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781101984642

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Confessions of a Cartel Hit Man by Martin Corona,Tony Rafael Pdf

The true confession of an assassin, a sicario, who rose through the ranks of the Southern California gang world to become a respected leader in an elite, cruelly efficient crew of hit men for Mexico's "most vicious drug cartel," and eventually found a way out and an (almost) normal life. Martin Corona, a US citizen, fell into the outlaw life at twelve and worked for a crew run by the Arellano brothers, founders of the the Tijuana drug cartel that dominated the Southern California drug trade and much bloody gang warfare for decades. Corona's crew would cross into the United States from their luxurious hideout in Mexico, kill whoever needed to be killed north of the border, and return home in the afternoon. That work continued until the arrest of Javier Arellano-Félix in 2006 in a huge coordinated DEA operation. Martin Corona played a key role in the downfall of the cartel when he turned state's evidence. He confessed to multiple murders. Special Agent of the California Department of Justice Steve Duncan, who wrote the foreword, says Martin Corona is the only former cartel hit man he knows who is truly remorseful. Martin's father was a US Marine. The family had many solid middle-class advantages, including the good fortune to be posted in Hawaii for a time during which a teenage Martin thought he might be able to turn away from the outlaw life of theft, drug dealing, gun play, and prostitution. He briefly quit drugs and held down a job, but a die had been cast. He soon returned to a gangbanging life he now deeply regrets. How does someone become evil, a murderer who can kill without hesitation? This story is an insight into how it happened to one human being and how he now lives with himself. He is no longer a killer; he has asked for forgiveness; he has made a kind of peace for himself. He wrote letters to family members of his victims. Some of them not only wrote back but came to support him at his parole hearings. It is a cautionary tale, but also one that shows that evil doesn't have to be forever.

Author : Marguerite Countess of Blessington
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1838
Category : Electronic
ISBN : STANFORD:36105124443057

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The Works of Lady Blessington: Confessions of an elderly lady. The victims of society. Conversations with Lord Byron. The honey-moon. Galeria. Flowers of loveliness. Gems of beauty by Marguerite Countess of Blessington Pdf

Author : Rick Geffken,Muriel J. Smith
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2019-08-12
Category : History
ISBN : 9781439667682

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Hidden History of Monmouth County by Rick Geffken,Muriel J. Smith Pdf

Monmouth County's past encompasses more than just sandy beaches and rural farm life. George Washington fought at the Battle of Monmouth as the region played a pivotal role in the birth of the republic. Henry Hudson anchored off Monmouth's shores in 1609 and was the first European to meet with the Lenape Native Americans there. A gun barrel of the USS New Jersey, the most decorated battleship in American history, was painstakingly transported to Battery Lewis, a fortification built along the county's highlands to protect New York Harbor during World War II. Bruce Springsteen elevated Asbury Park and the Stone Pony into a national music destination, and he remains the unofficial poet laureate of the Jersey Shore. Authors Rick Geffken and Muriel J. Smith highlight compelling stories of the seaside county's four-hundred-year history.

Author : Sabrina York
Publisher : St. Martin's Paperbacks
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2015-09-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781466878549

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Hannah and the Highlander by Sabrina York Pdf

First in a brand-new series from New York Times bestselling author Sabrina York about the bold, brawny men of the Highlands-and the lovely lasses who bring them to their knees... Scotland 1813: Highlanders are her weakness. Hannah Dounreay has no time for suitors who only seem interested in her family's land, which she manages as well as any man. If she marries, she wants to be loved for the educated, independent woman she is. But when a strong, silent-and spectacularly handsome-Highlander saves her from a violent attack, her heart is stirred. Who is this man? And if he asks for Hannah's hand, will she be able to resist him? Love is the most powerful weapon of all. Alexander Lochlannach, Laird of Dunnet, has no time to lose. The Highlands are in an uproar as clans battle for land-without mercy-and Alexander can't afford to fall for the wildly attractive, strong-willed Hannah. What's more, he has a desperate secret, one that could destroy them both. But as their attraction turns into an all-consuming passion, Alexander has no choice but to prove to Hannah that he's the only man for her-body and soul...in Hannah and the Highlander.

Author : Rubén Funkahuatl Guevara
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2018-04-13
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780520969667

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Confessions of a Radical Chicano Doo-Wop Singer by Rubén Funkahuatl Guevara Pdf

A pioneer of Chicano rock, Rubén Funkahuatl Guevara performed with Frank Zappa, Johnny Otis, Bo Diddley, Tina Turner, and Celia Cruz, though he is best known as the front man of the 1970s experimental rock band Ruben And The Jets. Here he recounts how his youthful experiences in the barrio La Veinte of Santa Monica in the 1940s prepared him for early success in music and how his triumphs and seductive brushes with stardom were met with tragedy and crushing disappointments. Brutally honest and open, Confessions of a Radical Chicano Doo-Wop Singer is an often hilarious and self-critical look inside the struggle of becoming an artist and a man. Recognizing racial identity as composite, contested, and complex, Guevara—an American artist of Mexican descent—embraces a Chicano identity of his own design, calling himself a Chicano “culture sculptor” who has worked to transform the aspirations, alienations, and indignities of the Mexican American people into an aesthetic experience that could point the way to liberation.

Author : Mary Margret Daughtridge
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2009-04-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781402223518

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SEALed with a Promise by Mary Margret Daughtridge Pdf

He'll do anything to move the mission forward, no matter the cost… Navy SEAL Caleb Delaude is deadly charming. When he discovers that professor Emmie Caddington's personal connections can help him get the dirty work done, he sets out to win her over. But her quick intelligence and quirky personality sure do start to get under his skin… She may just be the key to his salvation… Emmie's smart and independent and isn't looking for a brawny guy to take over her life. But this rugged Navy SEAL, who seems so determined to get close to her, hides a fi erce intelligence and deep sensitivity. When plans go wrong and a child's life is on the line, Emmie learns what it means to be a SEAL in action, and Caleb discovers that even a hero can get hurt sometimes… PRAISE FOR MARY MARGRET DAUGHTRIDGE: "A wonderful story that will have readers experiencing a whirlwind of emotions and that culminates with an awesome scene that will have your pulse pounding." Romance Junkies " ... [D]elivers in a huge way... A heart-touching story that will keep you smiling and cheering for the characters clear through to the happy ending." The Romantic Times, 4.5/5 Stars "Sealed with a Kiss astounded me with it's sensitivity." Romance Reviews Today "A beautifully written and often poignant contemporary romance. Mary Margret Daughtridge is a compelling new voice whose gift for storytelling makes her an author to watch." Book Loons "Greatly touching and heartwarming, a cozy read for a rainy day. I can't wait to read the next SEALs romance!" Revisiting the Moon's Library "What an incredibly powerful book! I laughed and sniffled, was turned on and turned inside out." Queue My Review