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The Unknown Universe: The Origin of the Universe, Quantum Gravity, Wormholes, and Other Things Science Still Can't Explain by Richard Hammond Ph.D. (New Page Books) is $1.85 (US Kindle)

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For the past 10 years, physicists have been banging their heads against the wall, trying to understand one of the greatest new mysteries of the cosmos: Why is the universe pulling itself apart at an ever-increasing rate? Is this a mysterious new force--dark energy--or must we alter our most fundamental theories of time and space?

For 30 years, we have been struggling to understand the nature of
dark matter--the mysterious invisible matter that outweighs "normal" matter 10 to one and fills the "empty" spaces in our galaxies.

For 50 years, we have grappled with the seditious theory of gravity, which has failed to fall in line with all other known forces.

But the biggest mystery of all time--one that dates back to man's earliest writings--is our universe, and physicists are the detectives trying to piece together disparate clues that continually turn our view of the cosmos upside down.

The Unknown Universe describes how physicists view the creation of our universe, when space and time itself came into being, and how stars formed and exploded, seeding the universe with new stars and galaxies, including our own solar system. This book also explores some of science's newest theories and their implications, such as string theory, which suggests a seemingly bizarre world of 10 dimensions yet may explain quantum gravity.

It also describes the biggest conundrums physicists are grappling with today. From dark matter to cosmic rays, from black holes to wormholes, Dr. Hammond explains how these vexatious riddles arose. Filled with personal insights from his own research and historical interludes, The Unknown Universe drags some of our darkest enigmas into the light of day.

This is an essential and fascinating reference work for professionals and amateurs alike.

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The Lock Artist: A Novel by Steve Hamilton from Minotaur Books is $2.99 (US Kindle)

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Amazon Best Books of the Month, January 2010, A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE CRIME BOOK OF THE YEAR, WINNER OF THE ALEX AWARD, WINNER OF THE EDGAR AWARD FOR BEST NOVEL, NOMINATED FOR THE DILYS AWARD

"I was the Miracle Boy, once upon a time. Later on, the Milford Mute. The Golden Boy. The Young Ghost. The Kid. The Boxman. The Lock Artist. That was all me. But you can call me Mike."

Marked by tragedy, traumatized at the age of eight, Michael, now eighteen, is no ordinary young man. Besides not uttering a single word in ten years, he discovers the one thing he can somehow do better than anyone else. Whether it's a locked door without a key, a padlock with no combination, or even an eight-hundred pound safe ... he can open them all.

It's an unforgivable talent. A talent that will make young Michael a hot commodity with the wrong people and, whether he likes it or not, push him ever close to a life of crime. Until he finally sees his chance to escape, and with one desperate gamble risks everything to come back home to the only person he ever loved, and to unlock the secret that has kept him silent for so long.

Steve Hamilton steps away from his Edgar Award-winning Alex McKnight series to introduce a unique new character, unlike anyone you've ever seen in the world of crime fiction.

The Lock Artist is the winner of the 2011 Edgar Award for Best Novel.

The Angels of Morgan Hill by Donna VanLiere from St. Martin's Press is $2.99 (US Kindle)

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From Donna VanLiere--the New York Times bestselling author of the beloved Christmas Hope series--comes a novel of faith and destiny that no reader will soon forget…

FAMILY BY BIRTH
It's 1947. Nine-year-old Jane Gable first lays eyes on young Milo Turner the day that her alcoholic father is buried. The Turners are the first black family ever to live in Morgan Hill, and Jane can't understand why some people are bitter.

FAMILY BY HEART
When tragedy strikes the Turner household, the Gables are asked to make a decision that could rip their family apart. One path might open up a whole new world to them and bring them closer than ever. The other might bring them nothing but trouble and heartache. As Jane struggles to make sense of the changes in her community, she will soon learn about the angels who surround her, every day, in the most extraordinary--and ordinary--ways.

"VanLiere uses humor, memories of growing up Southern, and touching moments of family unity to enrich her story of overcoming racism and poverty."--Publishers Weekly

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Are You Smart Enough to Work at Google? by William Poundstone from Oneworld Publications (£1.29) is the Amazon UK Kindle Deal of the Day (May 18) *Wait for price to reflect discount before 1-clicking

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In the post-crash, hypercompetitive job market, companies will go to extraordinary lengths to find the right staff. William Poundstone covers the importance of creative thinking and guides readers through the surprising solutions to over a hundred of the most challenging conundrums actually used in interviews.

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Gate of the Sun by Elias Khoury from Archipelago Books ($2.99) is the NOOK Daily Find (May 18)

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This acclaimed novel of illuminates the turbulent Palestinian/Israeli conflict with love and empathy. As a doctor tells a story to a man in a coma in an attempt to keep him alive, Elias Kohry envisions a place where confronting pain can lead to an understanding of common humanity.

Moving Day (Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls Series #1) by Meg Cabot from Scholastic ($2.99) is the NOOK Daily Find for Families (May 18)

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Nine year old Allie and her family are moving from their home in the suburbs to an old Victorian in town. Allie is not pleased, the house is creepy, she's the new girl at school and she misses her old friends. How will she learn to fit in under the stress of all this newness?

Seven Ox Seven, Part One: Escondido Bound: A Story of Some Ways in the West by P. A. Ritzer from Seven Ox Press ($1.99) is the Kindle Deal of the Day (May 18) *Wait for price to reflect discount before 1-clicking

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The first book of P. A. Ritzer's historical-western trilogy unfolds in the heart of the Lone Star State circa 1877. After meeting in Kansas, Tom Schurtz and Luke Stuart unite their families and homestead a Texas ranch recently occupied by the Comanche. It's an epic story of the changing frontier.

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FYI, Amazon has matched the Nook deal:

Gate of the Sun by Elias Khoury also $2.99 (US Kindle)

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Raised by Wolves (Raised by Wolves Novel) by Jennifer Lynn Barnes from EgmontUSA is $1.59 (US Kindle)

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At the age of four, Bryn watched a rogue werewolf brutally murder her parents. Alone in the world, she was rescued and taken in by the mysterious Callum, the alpha of his werewolf pack. Now fifteen, Bryn’s been raised as a human among werewolves, adhering to pack rule (mostly). Little fazes her.

But the pack’s been keeping a secret, and when Bryn goes exploring against Callum’s direct orders, she finds Chase, a newly turned teen Were locked in a cage. Terrifying memories of the attack on her mom and dad come flooding back. Bryn needs answers, and she needs Chase to get them. Suddenly, all allegiances to the pack no longer matter. It’s Bryn and Chase against the werewolf world, whatever the consequences.

An exciting new paranormal adventure, with a heroine that rivals Buffy, Raised by Wolves will leave you howling for more.

Trial by Fire: A Raised by Wolves Novel by Jennifer Lynn Barnes from EgmontUSA is $1.59 (US Kindle)

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There can only be one alpha.

Bryn is finally settling into her position as alpha of the Cedar Ridge Pack—or at least, her own version of what it means to be alpha when you’re a human leading a band of werewolves. Then she finds a teenage boy bleeding on her front porch. Before collapsing, he tells her his name is Lucas, he’s a Were, and Bryn’s protection is his only hope.

But Lucas isn’t part of Bryn’s pack, and she has no right to claim another alpha’s Were. With threats—old and new—looming, and danger closing in from all sides, Bryn will have to accept what her guardian Callum knew all along. To be alpha, she will have to give in to her own animal instincts and become less human. And, she’s going to have to do it alone.

Bryn faces both the costs, and the rewards, of love and loyalty, in this thrilling sequel to Raised by Wolves.

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From Amazon's Weekend Deals:

TimeRiders by Alex Scarrow is $1.99

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Maddy should have died in a plane crash. Liam should have died at sea when the Titanic sank. Sal should have died in a tragic fire. But a mysterious man whisked them away to safety.

Maddy, Liam, and Sal quickly learn that time travel is no longer just a hope for the future; it is a dangerous reality. And they weren't just rescued from their terrible fates. . . they were recruited for the agency of TimeRiders created to protect the world from those seeking to alter the course of history for personal gain. By reliving the highly documented events in New York City on 9/11, they can closely monitor history for any deviations-large or small. When just such a change is detected, they are alerted that a threat is at hand unleashing the evil of the Nazis to wreak havoc with Earth's present and future. Can Maddy, Liam, and Sal fulfill their destinies as keepers of time to save the world from utter destruction?

An exhilarating adventure that shifts readers back in time to Nazi Germany and then forward into an ever-changing present.

Look out for the other books in this series: Day of the Predator and The Doomsday Code!

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FYI, Kindle AppWeekly Deal:

Hidden Expedition: Everest (50% Off Sale! A Hidden Object Game for Kindle) by Big Fish Games

Hidden Expedition: Everest is an adventurous hidden object game that begins as a race to the summit of Mt. Everest. For one week only, it's just $2.49.

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The Substance of Style (P.S.) by Virginia Postrel from HarperCollins is $2.99 (US Kindle)

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Whether it's sleek leather pants, a shiny new Apple computer, or a designer toaster, we make important decisions as consumers every day based on our sensory experience. Sensory appeals are everywhere, and they are intensifying, radically changing how Americans live and work. The twenty-first century has become the age of aesthetics, and whether we realize it or not, this influence has taken over the marketplace, and much more.

In this penetrating, keenly observed book, Virginia Postrel makes the argument that appearance counts, that aesthetic value is real. Drawing from fields as diverse as fashion, real estate, politics, design, and economics, Postrel deftly chronicles our culture's aesthetic imperative and argues persuasively that it is a vital component of a healthy, forward-looking society.

Intelligent, incisive, and thought-provoking, The Substance of Style is a groundbreaking portrait of the democratization of taste and a brilliant examination of the way we live now.

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Silent Voices (Vera Stanhope 4) by Ann Cleeves from Macmillan (£0.99) is the Amazon UK Kindle Deal of the Day (May 19) *Wait for price to reflect discount before 1-clicking

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When DI Vera Stanhope finds the body of a woman in the sauna room of her local gym, she wonders briefly if, for once in her life, she's uncovered a simple death from natural causes. But death is never that simple and a closer inspection reveals ligature marks around the victim's throat.

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Tulsa Burning by Anna Myers from Walker Childrens is $1.99 (US Kindle)

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The day he buried his pa, Nobe Chase lost everything-his father, his home, and his dog, Rex. Worst of all, he had to move into town to live with Sheriff Leonard-dog killer, wife stealer, and secret law-breaker of all sorts.

That day, Nobe found a new purpose for his life-revenge. Hate takes over his life, burning out of control inside him. Nobe learns how dangerous hate can be when it is unleashed in a fury of fire and gunpowder during a race riot in nearby Tulsa. When the violence spills over into his hometown, Nobe must decide what kind of man he is going to become-one driven by vengeance or one driven by courage.

Based on true events in Tulsa, Oklahoma, during May of 1921, Anna Myers has produced a powerful novel about a young man who must wrestle with his past and find the strength to pull free from the poisonous grip of hatred and abuse.

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Stolen by the Sea by Anna Myers from Walker Childrens is $1.99 (US Kindle)

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A young girl survives the worst hurricane in American history.

Maggie McKenna loves the sea, and being able to swim in the gulf and walk along the seashore with her father. Her time with him is so precious, in fact, that she fiercely envies her unborn sibling, and even Felipe, the local errand boy. When her father has to take her mother to Houston to see the doctor, Maggie is left behind. But soon she is facing the battle of her life when one of the most powerful hurricanes of the century ravages Galveston, destroying homes and lives in a powerful and violent flood. Her only chance at surviving is to join forces with Felipe as they try to ride out the storm together.

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Taking Off by Jenny Moss from Walker Childrens is $1.99 (US Kindle)

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In Clear Lake, Texas, a group of astronauts has begun training for the Challenger mission. Among them is a teacher named Christa McAuliffe, the woman chosen to be the first teacher in space. When Annie meets Christa, she is fascinated by her determination and courage. Following Christa's NASA journey through the news, Annie sees that Christa seems to be an ordinary person, like Annie herself, and yet Christa is reaching amazing heights-like flying on the space shuttle. Feeling so inspired, Annie is devastated when the shuttle launch turns to tragedy. But Annie must remember that Christa would have wanted her to keep reaching for her dreams, despite any obstacle.

About the Author
Jenny Moss is a former NASA engineer who worked for NASA during the Challenger disaster, helping to train Judy Resnick and other crew members for that ill-fated mission. She is the author of Winnie's War and Shadow , and lives in Texas.

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The Soprano State: New Jersey's Culture of Corruption by Bob Ingle and Sandy McClure from St. Martin's Press is $2.99 (US Kindle)

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The Soprano State details the you-couldn't-make-this-up true story of the corruption that has pervaded New Jersey politics, government, and business for the past thirty years. From Jimmy Hoffa purportedly being buried somewhere beneath the end zone in Giants Stadium in the Meadowlands, through allegations of a thoroughly corrupt medical and dental university, through Mafia influence at all levels, to a governor who suddenly declares himself a “gay American” and resigns, the Garden State might indeed be better named after the HBO mobsters.

Where else would:

- A state attorney general show up after police pulled over her boyfriend who was driving without a valid license?

- A state senator and mayor of Newark (the same guy) spend thousands of dollars of taxpayers’ money on a junket to Rio days before leaving office?

- A politically connected developer hire a prostitute to tape sex acts with his own brother-in-law and then send the tape to his sister?

Only in the Soprano State.

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Untraceable by Laura Griffin from Simon and Schuster is $0.99 (US Kindle, iTunes)

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ALEX LOVELL MAKES PEOPLE DISAPPEAR. TURNS OUT, SHE'S NOT THE ONLY ONE.

Private investigator Alexandra Lovell uses computer skills and cunning to help clients drop off the radar and begin new lives in safety. Melanie Bess, desperate to escape her abusive cop husband, was one of those clients. But when Melanie vanishes for real, Alex fears the worst, and sets out to discover what happened. Using every resource she can get her hands on -- including an elite team of forensic scientists known as the Tracers, and a jaded, sexy Austin PD detective -- Alex embarks on a mission to uncover the truth.

As far as homicide cop Nathan Deveraux is concerned, no body means no case. But as much as he wants to believe that Alex's hunch about Melanie's murder is wrong, his instincts -- and their visceral attraction -- won't let him walk away. As a grim picture of what really happened begins to emerge, Nathan realizes this investigation runs deeper than they could ever have guessed. And each step nearer the truth puts Alex in danger of being the next to disappear....