The Beguilers
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The Beguilers
There is a dire warning never to peep out at them. There are stories of people who succumbed to their voices and walked out into the night, never to be seen again. But Rilka, frustrated by the culture of her people, is determined to catch a Beguiler and solve the mystery of their existence and so she embarks on an adventure that will change her life, and the lives of those around her, for ever. This novel confirms Kate Thompson's position as a writer of rare imagination and power.
Understanding the Case Against Shukden
Leaders of the Dalai Lama’s tradition illuminate the issues surrounding the Shukden controversy. Before the twentieth century, the figure of Shukden, or Dölgyal, was an obscure one in the pantheon of Tibetan Buddhism’s many oracles and protectors. But after individuals within the Geluk tradition began to promote and disseminate the practice, division arose among Buddhists of different sects. Later, incidents within the exile community, as recounted in this book, prompted the Dalai Lama to investigate the practice more deeply. The fruits of this research are presented here, as are the statements made by His Holiness about it over the past forty years. Understanding the Case against Shukden uncovers the historical context behind this contentious practice, which dates back to the time of the Fifth Dalai Lama in the seventeenth century, and clarifies why the present Dalai Lama has been so vocal in countering it. Understanding the Case against Shukden is a clarion call for unity among the Tibetan people and a vision for a more harmonious Tibetan Buddhist community.
The Cult
Urban fantasy / mystery: When ex-members of a cult die under suspicious circumstances, the Fellowship sends in Jillian to investigate. Still adjusting to her new life, Jillian becomes a dedicated member of the Association of the Sacred Souls, commonly known as the soul healers. As her contact with the outside world dwindles and she grows closer to the cult’s leadership, Jillian plays a dangerous game. If the cult discovers her true purpose, she could become its next victim. Keywords: mystery, supernatural, paranormal, urban fantasy, cults, atheist, atheism, christianity, god, religion, telepathy, astral projection, women sleuth, female character