Restless Souls

Restless Souls is the true, bone-chilling chronicle of the Manson Family murders and its aftermath, from the point of view of the victims’ families. When actress Sharon Tate and four others were brutally murdered by Charles Manson and his followers, the world was shocked. More than forty years later, the gruesome barbarity of the “Manson Family” still fascinates and horrifies. This true crime memoir by Alisa Statman, a 20-year Tate family friend, and Brie Tate, the daughter of Sharon Tate’s niece, includes interviews with the Tate family, accounts from personal letters, tape recordings, home movies, and private diaries. Complete with color photographs and personal insights, Restless Souls is the most revealing, riveting, and emotionally raw account of the gruesome slayings, the hunt and capture of the killers, and the behind-the-scenes drama of their trials, as well as a touching view of the torment that the victims families’ have endured for years after such tragedy.

Yoga classes and Zen meditation, New-Age retreats and nature mysticism—all are part of an ongoing religious experimentation that has surprisingly deep roots in American history. Tracing out the country’s Transcendentalist and cosmopolitan religious impulses over the last two centuries, Restless Souls explores America’s abiding romance with spirituality as religion’s better half. Now in its second edition, including a new preface, Leigh Eric Schmidt's fascinating book provides a rich account of how this open-road spirituality developed in American culture in the first place as well as a sweeping survey of the liberal religious movements that touted it and ensured its continued vitality.

Tom, Karl and Baz grew up together in down-on-its-luck Dublin. Friends since childhood, their lives diverged when Tom left home to be a war correspondent. Now, after three years embedded in the Siege in Sarajevo, he returns a haunted shell of the lad who went away. Karl and Baz have no idea what they're doing but are determined to see him through the darkness, even if it means travelling halfway around the world. Hearing about an unlikely cure - an experimental clinic called Restless Souls - they embark on a road trip across California. But as they try to save Tom from his memories, they must confront their own - of what happened to their childhood friend Gabriel. And in doing so, they must ask how their boisterous teenage souls became weighed down, and why life got so damn complicated and sad.

Sam Merrick is wondering if he has bitten off more than he can chew. He just wanted to be a hero to his ex-wife, Amanda, and his granddaughter, Samantha, by helping them understand and embrace their special gift---the memories of their past lives. Hosting a retreat in the splendid isolation of the San Juan Islands, Sam brings Amanda and Samantha together with eight others who have "the memories" to discover why they have been singled out and other possible commonalities that can offer clues to making sure the memories are a gift and not a curse. the group shares stories of their past and current lives that include tales of passion, love, hatred, humor, courage, sacrifice, history and all manner of drama.........And then, there is the mysterious death of one of their group. As days pass, new relationships form, questions are answered and more questions emerge, and Sam wonders if his plan will backfire and he will lose Amanda to another in the group. Take a "what if" journey with Sam and these RESTLESS SOULS as they re-live the ultimate do-overs.

Montana native Penelope Potter is in England for the first time to attend the nuptials of Arthur Collingsworth--her brother Harry's best friend--whom Penelope met on his trip out West. While harboring romantic feelings for Art, Penelope knows he must marry the woman his family has chosen--the well-bred and moneyed Miss Juliette Griffin. Then Harry begins behaving like a wild and wooly Western character after drinking corn liquor Arthur purchased while in New Mexico. Art offers Penelope his every assistance, and together they discover the spirit of Chester Pease, who's about to teach them about the power of true love. But can Penelope and Art convince Chester to leave Harry, before Harry is forever lost? REVIEWS "Light and lively... thoroughly enjoyable." ~Maudeen Wachsmith HAUNTING HEARTS SERIES, in order Restless Souls Heaven's Promise Bittersweet Summer Spirit of Love

Sam Merrick is wondering if he has bitten off more than he can chew. He just wanted to be a hero to his ex-wife, Amanda and his granddaughter, Samantha, by helping them understand and embrace their special gift-the memories of their past lives. Using his new-found wealth, Sam brings Amanda and Samantha together with eight others who also have the memories to share their stories and try to understand why they have been singled out and decide how to make sure this is a blessing and not a curse. He hosts a retreat in the splendid isolation of the San Juan Islands. The groups shares stories of their past and current lives that include tales of passion, hatred, courage, love, history, sacrifice, murder and all manner of drama.and then there is the mysterious death of one of their members. As questions get answered, new questions emerge and Sam wonders if his plan, designed to help him win back his ex-wife, will backfire causing him to lose her to another in the group. One thing is for certain. The lives of everyone in attendance will be changed forever.

A leading scholar of American religious history places Americans' recent spiritual soul-searching in the context of cultural influences of meditation, New Age, holistic workshops, celebrities, and people of influence.

Rest Assured gathers ninety Scripture infused devotionals for women seeking both peace amidst a busy day and greater spiritual guidance for the rest of their lives.

Deep down it's easy to believe that the better job, the nicer house, or the more dynamic church will finally make us feel "at home." In Searching for Home, M. Craig Barnes challenges this belief. He reminds us that paradise is lost and we can't go home again. Our great comfort and hope, however, is that we are never lost to God. Seasoned by more than twenty years as a pastor, Barnes discusses the importance of confession, worship, and grace in our search for home. He offers advice about how we can move from being transient nomads "too frightened to be grateful" to pilgrims who are at home with God, guided by our pleasure in him. This book was written for both Christians and seekers who are still looking for a sense of belonging or "home." It will be a useful tool for pastors, adult Sunday school groups, and counselors of all kinds who are advising pilgrims along the way.

In 1966, a group of battle-weary American GIs trekked through the Vietnamese jungle knowing each step could mean facing the enemy's guns. But instead of ambush, they stumbled upon a hidden treasure beyond their wildest dreams. It was a discovery that exacted a terrible cost. A vacation spot picked at random, Thailand is intended to provide relaxation time for globe-trotting archaeologist Annja Creed. Yet the irresistible pull of the country's legendary Spirit Cave lures Annja and her companions deep within a network of underground chambers—nearly to their deaths. The ancient burial sites have slumbered through the ages. Yet no rest is found there—just the voices of the dead. When the dead speak, will they help Annja uncover the perplexing past of a remarkable find or will they call her to join them?