Book Description
Hockey is a game of speed and strength, but it's also a contest of skill and precision. Teams that control the puck also control the game and score more goals. Hockey Drills for Puck Control presents 70 challenging drills to help you better control the puck and help your team put more points on the scoreboard.
Author Vern Stenlund, a former professional player and now a successful coach and instructor for the Huron Hockey School, explains and illustrates how to
• use the drills most effectively,
• help players and coaches reduce the time required to master skills, and
• refine the drills to challenge even the most experienced players.
Improve your puck control skills with these 70 ice-tested Hockey Drills for Puck Control.
Customer Reviews:
Highland Knight.......2007-06-14
Very good. I did not want to put it down. It is a great read.
hypocritical hero and overgrown adolescent spoil the story...2 stars.......2007-04-05
i won't even bother trying to attempt a chronological listing of the books in this series, as there are simply too many. i will say that while there were appearances from some of the couples from the other books, there is very little in this book that ties it to the others, therefore it is a book that stands alone.
the synopsis of the plot is simple. a capable and courageous highland lass named avery murray is abducted along with her twelve year old cousin gillyanne and offered to cameron macalpin as payment to cover a gambling debt. once he realizes avery is sister to the supposed scoundrel who raped and impregnated his sister, he decides to ransom her in exchange for the scoundrel's marriage to his sister. but first he's got to get her back to his place in scotland, a tall order because they're in france and an enemy of her family is trying to kidnap her for his own evil doings.
at first, cameron thinks to exact revenge against avery's brother payton by seducing avery, thereby compromising her just as payton compromised his sister katherine because of course two wrongs make a right SOMEWHERE in the world. although avery is upset about the possibility of being used this way, she already sees herself falling in love with cameron, so she gets it into her mind to love him so well he'll change his mind about the revenge.
and where did she get this astute piece of advice to seduce her captor? why, the thirteen-year-old gillyanne of course! never mind the fact that the thirteen-year-old has never been in love, never been intimate with a man, and frankly, shouldn't know squat about what goes on between a man and woman or how men think and behave. of course it makes sense for an eighteen-year-old girl/woman to seek romantic advice from a virgin child, right?
add to that a hero who despite the outrage he feels about his sister being compromised, has absolutely no qualms whatsoever about seducing a virgin lady and tossing her out. of course he develops feelings for her over the course of the story, but it wasn't until his cousin pointed out to him he was being a hypocrite that he even thought what he did was just as bad as what payton did. meanwhile, it didn't stop him one bit and but for a moment of guilt, dude was quite content with boinking the heroine until it was time to discard her.
and why wouldn't he want to discard avery? i mean, she gives it up without him having to work for it, saves his folk from being slaughtered, nurses his men back to health, saves one of the boys from drowning when no one including him knew how to swim, and basically played the part of mother theresa/florence nightingale/wonderwoman all rolled into one. heck, i thought she was gonna walk on water at some point. i'd discard her too!
and yet cameron was still cool with kicking her to the curb while at the same time forcing a guy's hand for kicking his sister to the curb. really, that character flaw was fatal right there.
and how come both the hero and the heroine had to get advice from others before they figured stuff out? and why is a thirteen-year-old child more insightful about life and love than someone five years older than her?!? and it wasn't like her advice was bad. heck, i was inclined to listen to her myself, she was so sage. i loathe stories where the kids sound like adults and this one sounded like my mother.
the intimate scenes were pretty good though, and the dialogue was witty at times which is why i gave it two stars.
so if you don't mind a perfect heroine, hypocritical hero, and a thirteen-year-old dispensing love advice like a pro, with some great sex and a few witty exchanges tossed in for good measure, this is the book for you.
Howell Fans Must Be Easy to Please.......2006-07-13
I, unfortunately, am not. I got only halfway through this book before I finally rolled my eyes and gave up. Why? Maybe it was the overuse of Scottish "buzzwords" like "cannae," "weel," "mayhap," mixed with modern slang like Avery saying "Ouch." to Cameron after he had told her his tale of rejection. Come on. "Ouch"? After you've just had 100+ pages of aye's and nay's and didnae's? Either use modern vernacular or Scottish vernacular, but don't use both.
Oh, and how about how she had a girl, barely 13, talking like a grown woman, sagely giving out "Dr. Laura" type advice about men to a girl six years older than her. Either write the character as a 13-year-old, or write her as a woman. Don't write a 13-year-old character that TALKS like a woman. Oh, and who is also perfect in every way, can do everything including heal the sick and wounded and sing like an angel, so much so that all the men around her get stunned to distraction by her beautiful voice. If I could insert a rolling eye smiley in here, I would. Is the story about Avery or Gillyanne? Make up your mind. I was sick of "Gillyanne" by page 160. If I ever pick up a Howell book again, I'll make sure it's not one about "Gillyanne."
The plotline was weak and just plodded along. I really dislike stories where there's one traumatic event after another after another. She runs away, then she comes back, then she runs away again, then she comes back, then she's kidnapped, then she comes back, then she bravely jumps into a raging river to save someone, gets a deathly fever, then she recovers, then she runs away again. Are you kidding me???
That last time she ran away was the straw that broke the camel's back for me. I couldn't finish the book after that, and I'm hesitating to pick up another of Howell's books at all.
Spirited Captives that Win Cameron's Heart (and Yours).......2006-06-25
This is the second time that I have read this book. I loved it and couldn't put it down. It is a delightful and entertaining scottish romance. The story is about scots Avery and her cousin Gillyanne who are visiting their cousins in France when they are kidnapped and given to a scotsman as payment for a debt owed. Cameron is heading back to Scotland to deal with his sister Katherine who claims she was raped by Peyton (Avery's brother) and now is carrying his child. Avery and Gillyanne are spirited captives that give Cameron a run for his money. The story is well-written and will have you laughing out loud. Gillyanne is my favorite character and her story is Highland Bride.
Second book in the Murray daughters' trilogy.......2005-04-29
In this second book in the Highland trilogy featuring the Murray daughters, we see how Avery, daughter of Nigel and Gisele (HIGHLAND HONOR), ensnare her own knight.
While visiting the Lucettes in France with her cousin Gillyanne, Avery Murray finds herself in trouble when the Deveauxs attacked the Lucette keep. Taken as prisoner, she was tossed at the feet of Cameron McAlpin, a Scottish mercenary who has sold his sword to the DeVeaux. Having sworn himself to a life of celibacy three years ago, Cameron didn't care much for Avery but when he learns of her identity, he decides to use her against Payton Murray, Avery's brother, whom his sister has accused of dishonoring her.
Avery is outraged at Cameron's accusations knowing that her brother isn't capable of such crime. But what she finds more appalling is her intense attraction to him and his arrogance in declaring that he will make her pay for her brother's crimes not by force, but by seduction.
And boy does he succeed in seducing her! The love scenes are hot and definitely the most daring in the series so far. I loved Avery's boldness and the fact that Cameron is not so worldly like the heroes in other novels. When they say that this book is full of adventure, they're not only referring to the journey back to Scotland or the battles in between.
HIGHLAND KNIGHT is an exciting and hilarious read with funny characters. You will enjoy the verbal spats between the main characters. And another great thing about this is the involvement of Gillyanne and Cameron's cousin Leargan. Gillyane is just so delightful that she manages to shine in every scene, while Leargan adds some wit to the dialogues as well.
I highly recommend this book and also HIGHLAND BRIDE, which is little Gilly's story.
Product Description
With the Scottish War for Independence raging, a Highland laird heads to the Scottish/English border to avenge his father's brutal death. After kidnapping his enemy's daughter, the young laird takes her to his castle in the Scottish Highlands, where they wage their own battle - of growing feelings - as well as strife between their two countries. Their future seemingly doomed by fate, HIGHLAND WISHES is the story of two people who vanquish fears, torments, and sorrows to bring each other to an awareness of self-assurance, happiness, and joy.
Customer Reviews:
delightful debut novel.......2007-09-13
I ordered this book after watching the video trailer on Youtube. I liked it so much I ended up ordering the next book in the series. Ms. Burroughs puts her heart into the novel, very old-fashioned in flavour so might not please all, but those was more of a saga feel to their books this is worth the time. Enjoyed Her Highland Rogue even more.
Fell hook, line and sinker for this stinker!.......2007-03-11
Boy, did I get taken in by the other reviews of this book! The characters are predictable as is the story. There were so many inconsistancies - this book went right into my re-sale box after about 50 pages. If I could've given it a half-star I would.
Feminists Beware!.......2006-10-16
This story is both beautiful and brutal.
Written in the time of Edward "Longshank's" campaign to beat Scottland into submission, this story is alive with Highland castle life. I enjoyed the intimate look at many Scottish traditions as Tory, our English-bred heroine, is assimilated into life at Drummond Keep.
I have to admit that my 2006 sense of gender rights was seriously offended many times throughout this tale. Unlike so many stories of this genre, Ms Burroughs's plot kept a sense of brutal honesty that looked beyond the fairy-tale notion of chivalry and plunged deep into the mud, muck, and mire of pre-modern war.
Tory, both old and innocent at 17, has been legally abused and humiliated by her father. She gathers her battered spirit to run away when he promises her to a known wife-killer. Her freedom doesn't last past the stables however, as she is captured and enslaved by raiding Scotts.
Grant, is quickly protective of his troubled (and often in trouble) captive to the confusion of his people. However, he is a bit slow to open his heart and fight for what is truly important to him.
Both learn trust. Tory learns self-respect. Grant learns to forgive himself. All amidst lots of love and some great side characters.
Overall I was very satisfied with Highland Wishes.
such heart.......2006-08-11
this book is old style historical with the writer's heart poured into it. I just loved Tory and Grant. Sigh.
I am looking forward to reading the next in the series, Her Highland Rogue.
Wonderful Scottish tale!.......2006-06-23
I really enjoyed reading Leanne Burroughs Highland Wishes. Grant and Victoria's story takes the reader on a wonderful journey through medieval Scotland. I found the ending extremely satisfying and was so glad to have met such great characters.
Customer Reviews:
A Romantic "Romance".......2001-06-27
This was the first of Lois Grieman's books that I ever read and it was wonderful. The characters were funny and real. They made sense, which is more than I can say for most romance novels.
I actually bought the book because of the hero's name. Boden is not what one would expect from a typical hero, where usually the hero is named after some fierce beast (exp: Lyon or Griffyn) However, I'm glad, whatever my reasons, that I bought the book.
Sarah and Boden were wonderful. They were funny and they didn't hate each other on sight like in most romances. Each of them had a good reason for doing what they did, and Sarah had a beleivable reason to keep her secret about the baby. Boden was gentle and kind and his dealings with the Tilly the goat were hilarious.
The plot is the weakest part of the book, it is somewhat jumbled and wanders off quite often on its own little course; but it is followable and in no way distracts from the lovability of the book.
I always know when a book is truly romantic because my heart squeezes and I get all happy feeling, and this book made me feel that way. The hero and heroine falling in love made sense, and for once their love wasn't based around their mutual lust for eachother.
In all, The Lady and the Knight was a lovable, fun, and very romanitic novel. I enjoyed it greatly.
Constant Trouble.......2000-02-14
I'm surprised Boden didn't die during some of his battles. The poor guy probably has more slashes than a cutting board. I enjoyed this book very much but I didn't give it 5 stars because I had trouble with all of the evil encounters. There were plenty of very amusing parts that made me chuckle but many that were also frustrating. This couple attracted trouble like magnets. For a knight who constantly felt he was a coward, I would sure like this "coward" on my side. I'm not much into sorcery and amulets, etc. but had I known how the story would go before I read it, I still would have purchased it. It is worth the read.
A beautiful story!.......1999-04-02
I confess I only bought the book because I was curious that Boden had such an odd name. Well, after reading ten pages I couldn't put the book down. Louis Grieman's writing was witty and wise, and had just the right amount of heartache in it. Not only was this a wonderful romance novel, it was a beautiful book as well. Congradulations on a masterpeice Louis Greiman!
THIS IS A WONDERFUL BOOK!.......1999-01-23
This is the first installment of the Highland Brides trilogy. I enjoyed it immensely. This book is filled with magic, love, action, and non-stop humor. Sir Boden just kept me laughing with his dry humor. He and Lady Sara are a passionate couple filled with kindness as they protect and care for two innocents. It's a magnificant read. Part two of the trilogy is the "Highland Scoundrel" which is also a fine read. I must admit that I found "The Lady and the Knight" to be the better of the two. I can't wait until the third book in the series comes out. You'll love this book. Trust me!
Lois Does It Again!!!.......1998-09-05
Those of you unfamiliar with Lois Greiman's previous works, her "Highland" trilogy in particular, are in for a wonderful treat with The Lady and the Knight. Not only will you laugh and sigh and cry, you will be searching out the rest of the Forbes clan as quickly as you can!! Let me be of assistance--Highland Jewel, Highland Flame and Highland Wolf.
Ms. Greiman has a sense of humor that will leave you smiling long after you've turned the pages and an extraordinary gift for breathing life into all her characters--from the swaggering hero and determined heroine to the wary children and a mischievous goat. (You'll have to read it. I'm not telling.
) Have fun!!!
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Castle of Foxes
Alanna Knight
Manufacturer: Doubleday
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Macpherson's Highland Fling (Knight Books)
Lavinia Derwent
Manufacturer: Hodder Children's Books
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Stockingful of Joy: Deidre Kenney made a deathbed promise to her father-shot in cold blood by two gunmen looking for land deeds he was hired to deliver to Paradise, Montana. Deidre and her cousin Maura vow to finish the dangerous job, each woman taking a different route West. What Deidre didn't count on was a bodyguard-but that's what she gets in Patrick Callahan. With his broad shoulders, steady gun, and a crooked grin that's stirring secret desires-and one very special Christmas wish-Deidre knows the real danger ahead lies in the unchartered territory of her own heart. Maura Kenney hopes her cousin is having better luck making her way to Paradise. The tiny blue-eyed spitfire is too busy fending off drunken oafs and serious gunmen to have a lot of faith in her own success. But luck is on her side; his name is Mitch Callahan and he takes one look at lovely Maura and knows Christmas has come early. But convincing a prim-and-proper miss that a tough, ternder-hearted rancher is the only man for her promises to be about as hard as keeping them both alive to share this very special Christmas together.My Valiant Knight: Able to ride, wield a sword, and throw a dagger as well as any man, Ainslee of Kengarvey is more warrior than maid. Yet even her awesome skill as a horsewoman cannot help her outrace the knight who hotly pursues her. An Anglo-Norman who has won favor with the King, Sir Gabel de Amalville must prove his fealty by crushing the rebellious MacNairn clan. Seizing the youngest daughter of Duggan MacNairn gives him a necessary advantage. He spirits her to his isolated castle keep-only to passionately drawn to the sensual flame-haired beauty. Now, as war sets the Highlands aflame, Gabel vows to follow no sovereign-but his own wildly yearning heart.
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**** ($3.99 USA POSTAGE FOR ALL 4 BOOKS, WHICH WILL BE MAILED AT THE MEDIA - BOOK RATE WHICH IS SLOW SURFACE MAIL, 7 - 21 DAYS DELIVERY TIME).
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Posing As People: Three Stories, Three Plays
Orson Scott Card ,
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Emily Janice Card
Manufacturer: Subterranean Press
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Synopsis of the Four Gospels.......2007-06-12
I loved using this book. I had never used a harmony before and found it absolutely wonderful. It was amazing how much more you begin to understand when you can read and compare almost simultaneously. I learned so much from this text, I would recommend it to anyone studying the Gospels.
Synopsis of the Four Gospels.......2007-03-16
This is a good edition to out study material used in Bible study. Adds much the study, easy to use and apply.
Synopsis of the Four Gospels : Completely Revised on the Basis of the Greek Text of the Nestle Aland (English-only text).......2007-03-09
never been used, very high quality
One of the most essential study aids to the serious study of the Gospels.......2006-06-12
This volume represents the best effort by NT scholar Kurt Aland to arrange in chronological order the events recorded in the Gospels. Though this would in the hands of any scholar involve some degree of interpretation, the order here is largely based on that of the Gospel of Mark, which is generally thought to have provided much of the chronology for the writers of Matthew and Luke.
If one wants to gain the best possible understanding of the gospels as a whole and of the uniqueness of each individual gospel, a tool such as this is invaluable. One could search out parallel passages in each gospel in one's own Bible, but it is much easier to use a tool such as this. Sometimes the differences are minor, sometimes more substantial. Reading through the gospels in this edition will also highlight how different Luke, with its emphasis on the poor and constant critique of the wealthy, is from Matthew and Mark, or John from the other three.
The translation used is the Revised Standard Version, which is widely acknowledged to be one of the most accurate. Many fundamentalists dislike it because of the way it translates some portions of the Old Testament that in the KJV had been translated in a way to prefigure the New Testament, but even fundamentalists have not questioned the accuracy of the NT translation. Footnotes allude to some variants among the Greek manuscripts, while end material includes a helpful outline of the contents of the four gospels and an index of gospel passages.
A word about the English only versus the Greek-English. If you are a very serious student of the NT with facility in Greek, you should get the twin language version. My own Greek is very rusty and I found the very large Greek-English edition to be unwieldy and hard to use. Even if you own the Greek-English edition, I would recommend the English only edition. It is comparatively inexpensive and I find it far easier to use in every way. But like I said, my Greek at this point of my life is pretty weak. I retain enough to follow a discussion of Greek terms in commentaries, but not enough to read on my own.
After a couple of good translations of the Bible, a good Bible dictionary, and a Bible atlas, this is the New Testament tool that I most frequently use and most highly recommend.
Don't get confused by these reviews.......2006-01-11
I was confused when looking for the greek and english version of this book because Amazon carries both the greek and english version plus the english only version. However, the reviews for the two books are exactly the same. The greek and english version has the ISBN# 3438054051 and is 700+ pages, where the english only version has a different ISBN# is has half the number of pages. Hope this helps you in your buying and saves you the 15 minutes I lost scratching my head.
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