daughter of redwinter ed mcdonald

''A real page-turner, one that kept me guessing, and pulling the rug out from under me'' Novel Notions''A glorious reconfiguration of classic fantasy'' David Wragg, author of The BlackhawksRaine is seventeen-years-old and still on the run. She can see the dead, a secret that could get her killed. Seeking refuge with a deluded cult is her latest bad decision but rescuing an injured woman in the snow is soon revealed to be a horrific mistake. Hazia endangers not just Raine, but the whole world: she''s escaped from Redwinter, fortress-monastery of the Draoihn, the warrior magicians who answer to no king or queen of the land, but to their own Grand Master. They will stop at nothing to retrieve what she''s stolen.Raine must survive by her wits, and her skill with a bow in a world turned upside down. A battle, a betrayal and a horrific revelation finds her herself inside Redwinter, where anyone caught communing with ghosts is put to death. As conspirators plot to release an ancient enemy, Raine''s ability to see the dead might be their only hope, but to use her power would see her condemned.

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The second book in Ed McDonald''s Redwinter Chronicles, Traitor of Redwinter is full of deadly politics, ancient powers . . . and a young woman navigating a world in which no one is quite what they seem.Raine is a member of the Draoihn, a sect of powerful magic users who hold the realm together in precarious balance. But Raine has a secret. She can see the dead, and her forbidden magic could get her killed by the very people she counts as friends.As Raine works desperately to hide her gift, rebellious lords across the land threaten anarchy in the wake of the king''s failing health, and she is pulled into a web of treachery and deceit even the most powerful of magic users would struggle to navigate.Raine might be the one person who could hold back the impending chaos. For the lords are backed by dark powers they do not understand. If certain doom is to be avoided, Raine will need to embrace her terrible magic and discover how powerful she could truly become.What readers are saying about Traitor of Redwinter:''One of the best fantasy writers out there . . . some of the most creative worldbuilding, imaginative magic, and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Having been saved from execution at the hands of the Draoihn - powerful magic users Raine used to count as allies - Raine finds herself in the Fault, a vast magical wasteland, which is falling apart before her eyes.Alongside her two closest companions, they are searching for the only person Raine believes can help them get back home: the enigmatic and infuriatingly elusive Queen of Feathers.But what home are they trying to get back to? Ovitus LacNaithe, power-hungry traitor that he is, has taken control of the Draoihn and is unwittingly doing the bidding of a darker master. He is soon to take control of the Crown of Harranir and plunge the land into unending darkness.The fate of two worlds hangs in the balance. The stakes have never been higher. It''s going to take Raine''s dark, terrible powers, as well as the unbreakable bond of three friends, to ensure everyone lives to see the dawn.The epic conclusion to Ed McDonald''s Redwinter Chronicles, Witch Queen of Redwinter brings together breathtaking magic, unflinching fellowship and the gruesome spectacle of war in the most thrilling of fantasy adventures.

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In Art of Freedom, Bernadette McDonald pulls no punches in sharing her insights into Voytek Kurtyka’s complicated relationships with partners, the law, climbing goals, risk and lifestyle, resulting in a picture of a truly remarkable man and one of the greatest alpinists of all time.

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You think you know Misery? You've not seen anything yet . . .The republic faces annihilation, despite the vigilance of Galharrow's Blackwings. When a raven tattoo rips itself from his arm to deliver a desperate message, Galharrow and a mysterious noblewoman must investigate a long dead sorcerer's legacy. But there is a conspiracy within the citadel: traitors, flesh-eaters and the ghosts of the wastelands seek to destroy them, but if they cannot solve the ancient wizard's paradox, the Deep Kings will walk the earth again, and all will be lost.The war with the Eastern Empire ended in stalemate some eighty years ago, thanks to Nall's 'Engine', a wizard-crafted weapon so powerful even the Deep Kings feared it. The strike of the Engine created the Misery - a wasteland full of ghosts and corrupted magic that now forms a No Mans Land along the frontier. But when Galharrow investigates a frontier fortress, he discovers complacency bordering on treason: then the walls are stormed, and the Engine fails to launch.Galharrow only escapes because of the preternatural magical power of the noblewoman he was supposed to be protecting. Together, they race to the capital to unmask the traitors and restore the republic's defences. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''Dark, twisty and excellent . . . Grimdark with heart'' Mark LawrenceFor Ryhalt Galharrow, working for Crowfoot as a Blackwing captain is about as bad as it gets - especially when his orders are garbled, or incoherent, or impossible to carry out.The Deep Kings are hurling fire from the sky, a ghost in the light known only as the Bright Lady had begun to manifest in visions across the city, and the cult that worship her grasp for power while the city burns around them.Galharrow may not be able to do much about the cult - or about strange orders from the Nameless - but when Crowfoot''s arcane vault is breached and an object of terrible power is stolen, he''s propelled into a race against time to recover it. Only to do that, he needs answers, and finding them means travelling into nightmare: to the very heart of the Misery.RAVENCRY is the second book in the Raven''s Mark series, continuing the story that began with the award winning epic fantasy BLACKWING.

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2025''S MOST EPIC, SWEEPING AND JAW-DROPPING FANTASY NOVELGodkiller and The Priory of The Orange Tree meet Netflix''s Kaos in this epic fantasy series set in ancient Greece''Epic, captivating and spellbinding . . . takes you on a quest like no other'' Saara El-Arifi number one bestselling author of Faebound_____________________________________FOR MORTALS TO RISE THE GODS MUST FALL.In Ancient Greece, the Twelve Gods demand the ultimate tribute – food, treasure, even human sacrifice.There are some mortals who cling to a desperate prophecy – telling of one to come who’ll set them free. But few truly believe it.Until Danae, a fisherman''s daughter, eats a mysterious golden apple. And suddenly, her life unravels and a strange and dangerous path unfolds before her.Chased from her home, she neither understands nor fully controls her future. One which will find Danae walking the winding roads of heroes. There, she encounters and befriends the mighty demi-god, Heracles.Together, they will seek out monsters to battle.But Danae’s destiny is not to fight beasts.She will hunt the Gods.She will drag them screaming from Olympus . . ._____________________________________‘A.S. Webb has written a legendary reimagining of the Greek age of heroes.’ - Esmie Jikiemi-Pearson Sunday Times Bestselling author of The Principle of Moments''An ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The first in an explosive series featuring the Strong family and a legacy of lies that leads to passion, love, murder and heartbreak…Barbados 1818 One fateful night, a terrible tragedy occurs at the Strong family sugar plantation on the paradise island of Barbados. The Strong family quickly move to keep the shocking event a secret. But secrets can’t stay hidden forever… Twenty-two years later Blanche Strong, the living, breathing proof of that night, is left following her mother's sudden death. Now, alone in the world Blanche is determined to get answers about her past. Otis Strong, the second eldest son of the Strong Sugar dynasty arranges for Blanche to travel to Bristol and be installed in the Strong family home at Marstone House, where they can keep her under their watchful eye. Lulled into a false sense of security and harbouring her own suspicions surrounding her parentage, Blanche dreams that she will be acknowledged as the daughter of one of the three sons. But her hopes are dashed when on arrival she is treated as nothing more than a servant. Only her friend, Captain Tom Strong, adopted son of Jeb Strong, youngest of the three brothers, shows her any kindness. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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2025''S MOST EPIC, SWEEPING AND JAW-DROPPING FANTASY NOVELGodkiller and The Priory of The Orange Tree meet Netflix''s Kaos in this epic fantasy series set in ancient Greece''Epic, captivating and spellbinding . . . takes you on a quest like no other'' Saara El-Arifi number one bestselling author of Faebound_____________________________________FOR MORTALS TO RISE THE GODS MUST FALL.In Ancient Greece, the Twelve Gods demand the ultimate tribute – food, treasure, even human sacrifice.There are some mortals who cling to a desperate prophecy – telling of one to come who’ll set them free. But few truly believe it.Until Danae, a fisherman''s daughter, eats a mysterious golden apple. And suddenly, her life unravels and a strange and dangerous path unfolds before her.Chased from her home, she neither understands nor fully controls her future. One which will find Danae walking the winding roads of heroes. There, she encounters and befriends the mighty demi-god, Heracles.Together, they will seek out monsters to battle.But Danae’s destiny is not to fight beasts.She will hunt the Gods.She will drag them screaming from Olympus . . ._____________________________________‘A.S. Webb has written a legendary reimagining of the Greek age of heroes.’ - Esmie Jikiemi-Pearson Sunday Times Bestselling author of The Principle of Moments''An ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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From the gentle rivers of Shropshire to the heat-baked seas of Greece, Daughter of the Sun radiates with mothers and tracks our orbits around them.Split into two parts, a sonnet sequence recounts Spence’s time reconnecting with her estranged mother – caring for her through illness and grieving her passing – before a bold rewriting of the myths around Medea reimagines her not as a murderous witch but a child-free scientist ahead of her time.With the power and salve of the natural world always close by, Daughter of the Sun contends with being a mother and a daughter, and also what it means to liberate ourselves of those identities and write our own myths full of freedom and possibility.

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The capable, confident, and occasionally ruthless heroine of Daughter of the Pirate King is back in this action-packed sequel that promises rousing high seas adventures and the perfect dash of magic.Alosa''s mission is finally complete. Not only has she recovered all three pieces of the map to a legendary hidden treasure, but the pirates who originally took her captive are now prisoners on her ship. Still unfairly attractive and unexpectedly loyal, first mate Riden is a constant distraction, but now he''s under her orders. And she takes great comfort in knowing that the villainous Vordan will soon be facing her father''s justice. When Vordan exposes a secret her father has kept for years, Alosa and her crew find themselves in a deadly race with the feared Pirate King. Despite the danger, Alosa knows they will recover the treasure first . . . after all, she is the daughter of the Siren Queen. In Daughter of the Siren Queen, Tricia Levenseller brings together the perfect mix of thrilling action, tense battle scenes, and a heart-pounding romance.

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the bestselling author of Mexican Gothic and Velvet Was the Night comes a lavish historical drama reimagining of The Island of Doctor Moreau set against the backdrop of nineteenth-century Mexico.“This is historical science fiction at its best: a dreamy reimagining of a classic story with vivid descriptions of lush jungles and feminist themes. Some light romance threads through the heavier ethical questions concerning humanity.”—Library Journal (starred review)“The imagination of Silvia Moreno-Garcia is a thing of wonder, restless and romantic, fearless in the face of genre, embracing the polarities of storytelling—the sleek and the bizarre, wild passions and deep hatreds—with cool equanimity.”—The New York Times (Editors’ Choice)ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New York Times Book Review, Time, NPR, Polygon, Tordotcom, Paste, CrimeReads, BooklistCarlota Moreau: A young woman growing up on a distant and luxuriant estate, safe from the conflict and strife of the Yucatán peninsula. The only daughter of a researcher who is either a genius or a madman.Montgomery Laughton: A melancholic overseer with a tragic past and a propensity for alcohol. An outcast who assists Dr. Moreau with his experiments, which are financed by the Lizaldes, owners of magnificent haciendas ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING FANTASY DEBUT, PERFECT FOR FANS OF GODKILLER AND THE PRIORY OF THE ORANGE TREE . . . FOR MORTALS TO RISE, THE GODS MUST FALL. -In Ancient Greece, the twelve gods of Olympus rule with fear, demanding sacrifice, obedience and silence. As a mortal girl, Danae has always lived in their shadow. Until the day she takes a bite of a forbidden golden apple. Suddenly hunted, marked by a prophecy she doesn’t understand, she’s forced to flee. On her journey, she crosses paths with heroes, monsters and the legendary Heracles. But Danae isn’t like the heroes in the old stories. She’s not here to win glory. She’s not here to bow to Olympus. She will hunt the Gods. She’ll drag them screaming from Olympus . . . -Praise for Daughter of Chaos:-'A.S Webb weaves familiar myths within an intricate plot to great accomplishment succeeding in a story that is both fresh and dynamic. Epic, captivating and spellbinding, Daughter of Chaos takes you on a quest like no other' - Saara El-Arifi number one bestselling author of Faebound'A.S. Webb has written a legendary reimagining of the Greek age of heroes' - Esmie Jikiemi-Pearson, Sunday Times Bestselling author ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The bestselling debut fantasy inspired by the legend of the Chinese moon goddess.A young woman’s quest to free her mother pits her against the most powerful immortal in the realm, setting her on a dangerous path where those she loves are not the only ones at risk…*THE INSTANT TOP 5 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER*THERE ARE MANY LEGENDS ABOUT MY MOTHER…Raised far away on the moon, Xingyin was unaware she was being hidden from the Celestial Emperor – who exiled her mother for stealing the elixir of immortality. But when her magic flares and reveals her, Xingyin is forced to flee her home, leaving her mother behind.Alone, powerless, and afraid, Xingyin makes her way to the Celestial Kingdom, a land of wonder and secrets. In disguise, she trains alongside the Emperor’s son, mastering archery and magic, despite the passion which flames between them.Vowing to rescue her mother, Xingyin embarks on a quest, confronting legendary creatures and vicious enemies. But when forbidden magic threatens the kingdom, Xingyin must challenge the ruthless Emperor, leaving her torn between losing all she loves or plunging the realm into chaos…Inspired by the legend of Chang’e the Moon Goddess, this captivating debut weaves Chinese mythology into a sweeping ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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AS SEEN ON OPRAHAS HEARD ON BBC RADIO 4The Guardian 'Brilliant Books to Read in 2025'The Times 'The Critics Picks: 40 Books to Look Out For in 2025'THE BOOK THAT TELLS THE FIRST-HAND STORY OF THE GISÈLE PELICOT TRIALAND GIVES A VOICE TO WOMEN WHO HAVE BEEN SILENCEDThe trial of Dominique Pelicot, which began on 2 September 2024, has captured the world's attention. Behind the unthinkable crimes, are a mother, Gisèle Pelicot, and her daughter, Caroline Darian, who were forced to rebuild their lives.This is their story.In November 2020, Caroline Darian received a call from the police. Her father was in custody. The seizure of his computer equipment revealed the unimaginable: since 2013, he had drugged his wife before handing her over, in a state of unconsciousness, to men, from all ages and stages of life.With exceptional courage, Darian recounts the earth-shattering discovery that a loved one, her own father, is capable of the worst. But more importantly, she shares the remarkable story of her mother Gisèle and how she carried on living, without self-pity, while learning to manage all of the things her husband once took care of, incredibly maintaining her joie de vivre in unimaginable circumstances.Gisèle has won ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The trial of Dominique Pelicot, which began on 2 September 2024, has captured the world's attention. Behind the haunting details of Pelicot's unthinkable crimes are a mother and daughter who were forced to rebuild their lives.This is their story.In November 2020, Caroline Darian received a call from the police in Carpentras. Her father was in police custody. The seizure of his computer equipment revealed the unthinkable: since 2013, he had drugged his wife before handing her over, in a state of unconsciousness, to men, from all ages and stages of life.With exceptional courage, Darian recounts the earth-shattering discovery that a loved one, her own father, is capable of the worst. But more importantly, she shares the remarkable story of her mother Gisèle and how she carried on living, without self-pity, while learning to manage all of the things her husband once took care of. She shares how her mother managed to maintain her joie de vivre in circumstances none of us could imagine.Gisèle has won acclaim around the world after she gave up her right to anonymity and opted for a public trial, a trial in which Caroline herself has testified, turning the tables: the shame no longer borne by ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''Sexy, thrilling, and pure magic!'', Cecy Robson, author of BloodguardA LUSH ROMANTASY, INSPIRED BY CLEOPATRA AND FEATURING A HIGH-STAKES MILITARY ACADEMY AND DEADLY FORBIDDEN ROMANCE. To survive is to sacrifice your own heart. Lady Lyriana Batavia is third in line to the Seat of Power in Bamaria. And with the most eligible bachelor and master mage, Lord Tristan Grey, soon to be her fiancé - life is perfect. But at the ceremony that should have revealed her power, she uncovers something else entirely - Lyr is powerless. Faced with uncertainty, Lyr has no choice but to accept a deadly offer. She has seven months to train as one of the kingdom''s most brutal warriors - the Sotrui - and survive training at the academy. Now, Lyr must earn her place in Bamaria and train with the exiled Lord Rhyan Hart - the man she had secretly loved since she was a girl - and a feared warrior, forbidden to her in every way. For Lyr, surviving training may mean sacrificing her own heart. Daughter of the Drowned Empire is the first book in a sensational romantasy series featuring a riches-to-rags heroine, dangerous court politics, and a forbidden slow-burn romance.TROPESForbidden romance ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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NOW A LOS ANGELES TIMES BESTSELLER | NAMED A BEST/MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK BY: USA Today * BookRiot * BookBub * LibraryReads * OC Register * Never Ending VoyageThe highly anticipated sequel to Alan Brennert's acclaimed book club favorite, and national bestseller, Moloka'i"A novel of illumination and affection." -USA Today Alan Brennert's beloved novel Moloka'i, currently has over 600,000 copies in print. This companion tale tells the story of Ruth, the daughter that Rachel Kalama-quarantined for most of her life at the isolated leprosy settlement of Kalaupapa-was forced to give up at birth.The book follows young Ruth from her arrival at the Kapi'olani Home for Girls in Honolulu, to her adoption by a Japanese couple who raise her on a strawberry and grape farm in California, her marriage and unjust internment at Manzanar Relocation Camp during World War II-and then, after the war, to the life-altering day when she receives a letter from a woman who says she is Ruth's birth mother, Rachel.Daughter of Moloka'i expands upon Ruth and Rachel's 22-year relationship, only hinted at in Moloka'i. It's a richly emotional tale of two women-different in some ways, similar in others-who never expected to meet, much less come to love, one ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A captivating and page-turning romance perfect for fans of Christina Courtenay and Barbara Erskine!On a windswept British coastline the tide bestows an unexpected gift…It was the cry that she first noticed, the plaintive wail that called to her over the crash of winter waves. Wrapped only in a sealskin, the baby girl looks up at Effie and instantly captures her heart. Effie has always been an outcast in her village, the only granddaughter of a woman people whisper is a witch, so she’s used to a solitary existence. But when Midsummer arrives so too does a man claiming to be the child’s father. Effie is surprised when he asks her to continue looking after his daughter, mysteriously refusing to explain why. When he returns six months hence she pushes him for answers. And Lachlan tells a story she never anticipated … one of selkies, legend, and the power of the sea…Readers are loving Daughter of the Sea:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I am lost for words…from beginning to end this book took my breath away’ Jeannie⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This has to be one of the best reads of the year if not the best … Captivating, beautiful, spellbinding’ Angela⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Where do I start? I adored this ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A USA TODAY BESTSELLER Her father was the town detective. Her mother its most notorious criminal. Now the secrets of Mirror Lake are coming to the surface…and changing everything. "[A] stunning psychological thriller from one of the most insightful writers around” (CrimeReads), don’t miss the latest from Megan Miranda, the instant New York Times bestselling author of All the Missing Girls, The Last to Vanish, and The Only Survivors.“Miranda…exposes revelation after twisty revelation…Small-town claustrophobia and intimacies alike propel this twist-filled psychological thriller” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review). When Hazel Sharp, daughter of Mirror Lake’s longtime local detective, unexpectedly inherits her childhood home, she’s warily drawn back to the town—and people—she left behind almost a decade earlier. But Hazel’s not the only relic of the past to return: a drought has descended on the region, and as the water level in the lake drops, long-hidden secrets begin to emerge…including evidence that may help finally explain the mystery of her mother’s disappearance. Riveting and suspenseful, Daughter of Mine is Megan Miranda’s best novel yet, filled with “delicious twists, dark secrets, and a deadly past” (Ashley Elston, New York Times bestselling author of First Lie Wins) that will ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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"Pacy … full of deceit, suspicion and revenge" TM LOGANFilm star Anna Symons is found dead on an ice rink in Manchester, recreating a scene from a blockbuster she starred in years ago.DI Erika Piper, having only recently returned to work after suffering a near-fatal attack herself, finds she must once again prove her worth as the hunt for the media-dubbed ''Blood Ice Killer’ intensifies.But when another body is found and, this time, the killer issues a personal threat, Erika must put aside her demons to crack the case, or suffer the deadly consequences.A Wash of Black is book 1 in the DI Erika Piper series.REAL READERS LOVE CHRIS McDONALD‘I have been reading crime novels for over 50 years and this is one of the best’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘It was impossible to put down’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘At last, a book that its worth having insomnia for’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘A spine-tingling, clever and intricately woven game of cat and mouse – will surprise you in the best possible way!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Watch this guy, he’s headed among the big names of crime writing’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘The twist at the end is great. Honestly I didn’t see it coming’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘A great story line with strong characters and a plot that kept you ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A magical memoir about childhood in India by the daughter of Lord Louis and Edwina Mountbatten; a glimpse into the lives and loves of some of the 20th century''s leading figures.Pamela Mountbatten was born at the end of the 1920s into one of Britain''s grandest families. The daughter of Lord Louis Mountbatten and his glamorous wife Edwina Ashley, she was brought up by nannies and governesses as she was often parted from her parents as they dutifully carried out their public roles. A solitary child, she learned to occupy her days lost in a book, riding or playing with the family''s animals (which included at different times a honey bear, chameleons, a bush baby, two wallabies, a lion, a mongoose and a coati mundi). Her parents'' vast social circle included royalty, film stars, senior service officers, politicians and celebrities. Noel Coward invited Pamela to watch him filming; Douglas Fairbanks Jr. dropped in for tea and Churchill would call for ''a word with Dickie''.After the war, Pamela truly came of age in India, while her parents were the Last Viceroy and Vicereine. This introduction to the country would start a life-long love affair with the people and the place.

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Featuring a gorgeous new cover, spray-painted and stenciled edges, metallic foil designs on the jacket and case, detailed map endpapers, "Riden''s chapter" and a ribbon, this special edition of Tricia Levenseller''s bestselling debut about a pirate captain who deliberately allows herself to get captured by the enemy, is a must have for any fan of fierce heroines and swoon-worthy romance.There will be plenty of time for me to beat him soundly once I''ve gotten what I came for. Sent on a mission to retrieve an ancient hidden map—the key to a legendary treasure trove—seventeen-year-old pirate captain Alosa deliberately allows herself to be captured by her enemies, giving her the perfect opportunity to search their ship.More than a match for the ruthless pirate crew, Alosa has only one thing standing between her and the map: her captor, the unexpectedly clever and unfairly attractive first mate Riden. But not to worry, for Alosa has a few tricks up her sleeve, and no lone pirate can stop the Daughter of the Pirate King.In Daughter of the Pirate King, author Tricia Levenseller blends action, adventure, romance, and a little bit of magic into a thrilling pirate tale.

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August 15th, 2047. Happy Hundredth Birthday, India ... On the eve of Mother India's hundredth birthday, ten people are doing ten very different things. In the next few weeks, all these people will be swept together to decide the fate of the nation. From gangsters to government advisors, from superstitious street-boys to scientists to computer-generated soap stars, River of Gods shows a civilization in flux - a river of gods.RIVER OF GODS is an epic SF novel as sprawling, vibrant and colourful as the sub-continent it describes. This is an SF novel that blew apart the narrow anglo and US-centric concerns of the genre and ushered in a new global consciousness for the genre.

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Kniha - autor Tricia Levenseller, 336 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná A 17-year-old pirate captain intentionally allows herself to get captured by enemy pirates in this thrilling young adult tale. There will be plenty of time for me to beat him soundly once I've gotten what I came for. Sent on a mission to retrieve an ancient hidden map—the key to a legendary treasure trove—seventeen-year-old pirate captain Alosa deliberately allows herself to be captured by her enemies, giving her the perfect opportunity to search their ship. More than a match for the ruthless pirate crew, Alosa has only one thing standing between her and the map: her captor, the unexpectedly clever and unfairly attractive first mate Riden. But not to worry, for Alosa has a few tricks up her sleeve, and no lone pirate can stop the Daughter of the Pirate King. In Daughter of the Pirate King, debut author Tricia Levenseller blends action, adventure, romance, and a little bit of...

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Seventeen-year-old Alosa, daughter of the feared Pirate King, is on a mission. She must retrieve an ancient hidden map, the key to a legendary treasure trove. The catch? Alosa needs to conceal her considerable combat skills and allow herself to be captured by her enemies, giving her the perfect opportunity to search their ship.More than a match for the ruthless pirate crew, Alosa has only one thing standing between her and the map: her captor, the unexpectedly clever and unfairly attractive first mate, Riden. But luckily, she has a few tricks up her sleeve- and no lone pirate can stop the Daughter of the Pirate King.

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From the New York Times bestselling author of Mexican Gothic and Velvet Was the Night comes a dreamy reimagining of The Island of Doctor Moreau set against the backdrop of nineteenth-century Mexico. ''ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED BOOKS OF 2022'' - She Reads''The imagination of Silvia Moreno-Garcia is a thing of wonder, restless and romantic, fearless in the face of genre, embracing the polarities of storytelling'' - New York TimesCarlota Moreau: A young woman, growing up in a distant and luxuriant estate, safe from the conflict and strife of the Yucatán peninsula, the only daughter of a genius - or a madman.Montgomery Laughton: A melancholic overseer with a tragic past and a propensity for alcohol, an outcast who assists Dr Moreau with his scientific experiments, which are financed by the Lizaldes, owners of magnificent haciendas with plentiful coffers. The hybrids: The fruits of the Doctor''s labour, destined to blindly obey their creator while they remain in the shadows, are a motley group of part-human, part-animal monstrosities. All of them are living in a perfectly balanced and static world which is jolted by the abrupt arrival of Eduardo Lizalde, the charming and careless son of Doctor Moreau''s patron - who will, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The harrowing, moving and poignant account of one of the youngest survivors of Auschwitz: a girl who was only five years old when she was sent to an extermination camp, and was one of the few people who entered a gas chamber and lived to tell her story.''I am a survivor. That comes with a survivor''s obligation to represent one and half million Jewish children murdered by the Nazis. They cannot speak. So I must speak on their behalf.''With a special foreword by Sir Ben Kingsley.''Every so often a book arrives that demands to be read'' John Humphrys''An unforgettable and deeply moving story'' Jeremy BowenAN INCREDIBLE STORY OF COURAGE, RESILIENCE AND SURVIVAL Tova Friedman was one of the youngest people to emerge from Auschwitz. After surviving the liquidation of the Jewish ghetto in Central Poland where she lived as a toddler, Tova was five when she and her parents were sent to a Nazi labour camp, and almost six when she and her mother were forced into a packed cattle truck and sent to Auschwitz II, also known as the Birkenau extermination camp, while her father was transported to Dachau. During six months of incarceration in Birkenau, Tova witnessed atrocities ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The full origins of Marvel''s most iconic and enduring villain, Doctor Doom, are revealed - as told by Doctor Doom himself! Doom was recently revealed to be portrayed by Robert Downey Jr in the upcoming Avengers Doomsday film! From the black steppes of Eastern Europe, to the college campuses of New York City, and finally to the throne of Latveria - this is the life of Victor Von Doom! From his earliest disasters to his scientific triumphs to the tragedy of the fractured man he would become, this is the story you know, and the one you don''t. Plus: an all-new introduction by Ed Brubaker! Collecting: Books of Doom #1-6

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From the New York Times bestselling author of Mexican Gothic and Velvet Was the Night comes a dreamy reimagining of The Island of Doctor Moreau set against the backdrop of nineteenth-century Mexico. 'The deeply atmospheric novel blends horror, science fiction, and historical events' Time, 100 'Must Read Books of 2022'Carlota Moreau: growing up in a distant and luxuriant estate, safe from the conflict and strife of the Yucatan peninsula, she is the only daughter of an eccentric, and dangerous, genius. His experiments, a motley group of hybrid monstrosities, are blindly loyal to their creator.Into Carlota's strange but perfectly balanced world comes Eduardo Lizalde, the charming, careless son of Doctor Moreau's patrons. In the sweltering heat of the jungle, amidst her father's secrets and her own awakening feelings, Carlota will begin asking questions that could ignite a conflagration. ______________________'Genius .. . combine[s] contemporary political awareness with the appeal of a creepy gothic romance' - Guardian'An evocative slow-burn SF drama about colonialism, heredity and scientific hubris, couched in lush prose' - Financial Times'The imagination of Silvia Moreno-Garcia is a thing of wonder, restless and romantic, fearless in the face of genre, embracing the polarities of storytelling' - New York Times'Paints a vivid ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A JUNE INDIE BOOK OF THE MONTH PICKWINNER OF THE 2025 KATE O''BRIEN AWARDSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2025 RSL ONDAATJE PRIZE''A taut generational story set on a South London estate'' Independent, July Book of the Month''McDonald is skilled at investing her characters with complicated vitality ... This highly promising debut invests the small things that are so easily taken for granted with quietly shattering significance'' Daily Mail''A gem of a book about mothers and daughters, about being Black and working class in today''s London. Beautiful writing, taut with emotion, poetry and insight'' Priscilla Morris, Women''s Prize shortlisted author of Black ButterfliesAlone among the lush tangle of plants on his balcony, Earl watches as a broken family reunites in the flat below. There''s Livia, who has been running for long enough to think her past might never catch up with her. Now she''s forced to catch her breath and face the daughter she left behind. Then Mickey, angry about having a mother who left, a father who died, about the mess she''s made of her own life. With no other place to go, she needs the mother who abandoned her. And Summer, whose new grandmother is weird, and whose mum is always ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The acclaimed national and international bestseller“Epic, romantic, and enthralling from start to finish.”—Stephanie Garber, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Caraval series“An all-consuming work of literary fantasy that is breathtaking both for its beauty and its suspense."—BookPage, starred reviewA captivating and romantic debut epic fantasy inspired by the legend of the Chinese moon goddess, Chang’e, in which a young woman’s quest to free her mother pits her against the most powerful immortal in the realm.Growing up on the moon, Xingyin is accustomed to solitude, unaware that she is being hidden from the feared Celestial Emperor who exiled her mother for stealing his elixir of immortality. But when Xingyin’s magic flares and her existence is discovered, she is forced to flee her home, leaving her mother behind.Alone, powerless, and afraid, she makes her way to the Celestial Kingdom, a land of wonder and secrets. Disguising her identity, she seizes an opportunity to learn alongside the emperor’s son, mastering archery and magic, even as passion flames between her and the prince.To save her mother, Xingyin embarks on a perilous quest, confronting legendary creatures and vicious enemies. But when treachery looms and forbidden magic threatens the kingdom, she must challenge the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Voted the top crime novel of all time by the UK Crime Writers' Association, The Daughter of Time is Josephine Tey's last and most successful book. Complete and unabridged. Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket-sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers.These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition is introduced by writer David Stuart Davies. Inspector Alan Grant is laid up in hospital with a spinal injury and he's bored.Renowned for his ability to read a face, he passes the time looking at old portraits and one which particularly grabs his attention is of Richard III, the supposed arch villain who killed his own nephews, 'the princes in the tower'. But Grant doesn't accept the face in the portrait is the face of a villain so he sets out to investigate what really happened. An unusual premise for a crime novel perhaps, but nevertheless an extremely clever and engrossing one, brilliantly plotted and written with enormous charm and erudition.

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''A powerful journey of heartbreak, love, and bravery, this is a book that will stay with readers for a long time'' - Madeline Martin, New York Times bestselling author***In Nazi-occupied Italy, keeping secrets could be deadly…Genoa, 1944:Widowed and alone, Anna Pastorino has been surviving on her wits since the Germans invaded. The daughter of a prominent Jewish antifascist, Anna lives a hidden life in her small flat near the harbour ... until an RAF bomb destroys her only shelter. When a Jesuit priest approaches her offering help, she has no choice but to accept. She follows her new friend, Father Vittorio, to a safe house above a printers’ shop in a quiet street near via Assarotti.But the Tipografia Guichard is more than just a refuge. It’s a forgery workshop: a key part of the secret rescue operation headed by Massimo Teglio, the “Scarlet Pimpernel” of Genoa’s persecuted Jewish population. Drawn into a world of clandestine resistance, Anna discovers a new sense of purpose, a circle of friends, and a passion that brings her alive.Soon, the little flat above the shop holds more secrets than anyone could imagine. As Anna grows closer to both Teglio and Vittorio, she must confront a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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From the bestselling author of the phenomenal Crowns of Nyaxia series, Carissa Broadbent.A former slave fighting for justice.A reclusive warrior who no longer believes it exists.And a dark magic that will entangle their fates . . .Ripped from a forgotten homeland as a child, Tisaanah learned how to survive with nothing but a sharp wit and a touch of magic. But the night she tries to buy her freedom, she barely escapes with her life.Desperate to save the best friend she left behind, Tisaanah journeys to the Orders, the most powerful organizations of magic Wielders in the world. To join their ranks, she must complete an apprenticeship with Maxantarius Farlione, a handsome and reclusive fire wielder who despises the Orders. The Orders’ intentions are cryptic, and Tisaanah must prove herself under the threat of looming war. But even more dangerous are her growing feelings for Maxantarius. The bloody past he wants to forget may be the key to her future . . . or the downfall of them both.Tisaanah will stop at nothing to save those she abandoned. Even if it means gambling in the Orders’ deadly games. Even if it means sacrificing her heart. Even if it means wielding ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Finally in print - a genre-defying post-YA masterpiecefrom two of comics most acclaimed talents!A youngadult detective hero finally grows up, in the first volume of this new hitseries from award-winning creators Ed Brubaker (Reckless, PULP, Kill or beKilled) and Marcos Martin (The Private Eye, Daredevil), with brilliant colors byMuntsa Vicente.Friday Fitzhugh spent her childhoodsolving crimes and digging up occult secrets with her best friend LancelotJones, the smartest boy in the world. But that was the past, now she''s incollege, starting a new life on her own. Except when Friday comes home for theholidays, she''s immediately pulled back into Lance''s orbit and finds thatsomething very strange and dangerous is happening in their little New Englandtown...This is literally the Christmasvacation from Hell and neither of them may survive to see the NewYear.

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Sometimes the darkest secrets are buried the deepest . . .When Hazel Sharp, daughter of Mirror Lake''s longtime local detective, unexpectedly inherits her childhood home, she''s warily drawn back to the town - and people - she left behind almost a decade earlier.But Hazel''s not the only relic of the past to return: a drought has descended on the region, and as the water level in the lake drops, long-hidden secrets begin to emerge, including evidence that may help finally explain the mystery of her mother''s disappearance . . .READERS LOVE MEGAN MIRANDA''S THRILLERS''Compelling and beautifully written!'' 5* READER REVIEW''Megan Miranda is a phenomenal writer'' 5* READER REVIEW''Suspenseful, riveting'' 5* READER REVIEW

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‘A wonderful, riveting story’ Barbara ErskineA magnificent saga set in the Celtic twilight of 10th century Ireland, when myth was law and magic was a power of nature, brilliantly brought to life: the legendary story of an evil stepmother opposed by a seventh child.The keep at Sevenwaters is a strange, remote place, guarded by silent men who slip through the woodlands clothed in grey, and keep their weapons sharp. Invaders roam outside: raiders from across the sea bent on destruction. But now there is also an invader inside the keep: the Lady Oonagh, a sorceress as fair as day, with a heart as black as night.Oonagh captivates Lord Colum and his six sons, but she cannot enchant his daughter, Sorcha. Frustrated in her attempts to destroy the family, Oonagh binds the brothers with a spell only Sorcha can lift. If she fails, they will die.When the raiders break through, Sorcha is taken captive. Soon she will find herself torn between her duty to break the curse and a growing, forbidden love for her captor.

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Alosa's mission is finally complete. Not only has she recovered all three pieces of the map to a legendary hidden treasure, but the pirates who originally took her captive are now prisoners on her ship. First mate Riden, still unfairly attractive and unexpectedly loyal, is a constant distraction, but now he's under her orders. And she takes great comfort in knowing that the villainous Vordan will soon be facing her father's justice.When Vordan exposes a secret her father has kept for years, Alosa and her crew find themselves in a deadly race with the feared Pirate King. Despite the danger, Alosa knows they will recover the treasure first...After all, she is the daughter of the Siren Queen.

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‘What a story and what an inspirational human. Ed is a total legend.’ Joe Wicks‘A life-affirming story … inspirational’ Tim PeakeThe Sunday Times BestsellerNow a major motion picture – The Mountain Within Me.From tragedy to triumph, one step at a time – an inspirational story of triumph over adversity against the odds.At just 28 years old, Ed Jackson was told he would never walk again. After a miscalculated dive into a pool, he suffered multiple cardiac arrests, a broken neck and a partially severed spinal cord. Lying paralysed in intensive care, the former rugby player knew his life would never be the same. But he wasn’t ready to give up hope.Driven by relentless determination, Ed embarked on an incredible journey to independence. Millimetre by millimetre, he began to regain movement in his fingers and toes. Defying the expectations of even the most optimistic doctors, step by step, Ed began to walk again.Fuelled by a renewed appreciation for life and a determination to help others suffering similar injuries to his own, Ed set his sights on a new challenge: mountaineering. Embarking on a gruelling climb to raise funds for a spinal unit in Kathmandu, Ed realises that, once again, the odds ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A comprehensive guide to the vineyards and wines of Britain, from award-winning producers to up-and-coming winemakers. Wine expert and photographer Ed Dallimore provides detailed notes on the best British vineyards, all accompanied by his gorgeous photography.

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Daughter of No Worlds is the stunning first book in the War of Lost Hearts trilogy, a standalone dark romantasy series from Sunday Times bestselling global phenomenon Carissa Broadbent.

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There’s never a dull moment for Princess Ria! With her having a father like Caitel, any situation can be flipped upside down in the blink of an eye. Playing with Perdel’s sons? Fun, but not when a broken statue makes for a sulky emperor! Setting Elene up with the guy she’s crushing on? Cute—except Caitel mistakes Ria’s intentions and orders to have him killed! But at the root of it all seems to be Caitel’s affection for his daughter, which Ria now knows she can put her faith in…That is, until a familiar face shows up at court and proclaims to have mothered a legitimate heir to the throne!

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Daughter of the Emperor is the first major comedy series among the Yen Press print editions of Korean webcomics.

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When Eddy meets his grandfather for the first time, he''s surprised by Yeye''s colourful personality. Without warning, Yeye takes Eddy on an adventure to show him the magical world of shadow puppets, exploring this ancient art form and how it brings joy to people even today. Eddy lets go of self-doubt as he learns to make his own shadow puppets and then teaches his classmates how to do so, as well. With Yeye''s help, Eddy and his friends begin to appreciate the rich history and power of art. Eddy''s Shadow Puppets is a heartwarming tale about how we can all be artists, sharing our passion with others.

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Bedtime for Monsters is Ed Vere''s hilarious monsterish tale - with a big twist!What if a monster were looking for a bedtime snack? And what if that snack just happened to be you? GULP! He''s getting closer and closer . . . and his tummy is rumbling REALLY loudly. You''d be very scared! BUT all this monster actually wants is a lovely monster-sized goodnight kiss. Night, night!Ed Vere is also the author and illustrator of Mr Big, the story about the big Gorilla with the big heart and The Getaway. Banana, his book for preschoolers, is the perfect book about manners but only has two words - ''yes please'' of course!Ed Vere studied fine art at Camberwell College of Art and has been writing and illustrating children''s books since 1999. He is published in both England and the US. Ed is also a painter, working from his studio in East London and is represented by galleries in London and Los Angeles. After a year and a half living in Barcelona, Ed now lives and works in London.Look out for the new animation of Fingers McGraw... coming soon!

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Trouble is brewing at the palace! What starts as an innocent visit to the Winter Tree quickly sours when Ria accidentally runs into her half brother— the very person Caitel warned her not to meet. As tempers fly and tear-filled fights abound, the colossal misunderstanding comes to a head when Serira jumps to the princess’s defense…and right into Caitel’s line of fire! Unbeknownst to Ria, the emperor orders Serira to pay for her transgression with her life. Will father and daughter be able to mend their bond before blood is spilled…?

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We''ve all got a choice. We can get better at fighting or worse at life. Every day, we absorb body blows: some glancing, others that knock us to the mat. It doesn''t matter how well-prepared or tough you think you are. Everyone, at some point, is hit with a haymaker from life. It''s the cost of living. And just like in the ring, opting out of pain is not an option. In Hard Lessons From The Hurt Business, former heavyweight boxer Ed Latimore takes readers on a journey from his hardscrabble childhood in Pittsburgh''s public housing projects to his signing with Jay-Z''s Roc Nation Sport. With honesty and humour, Ed shares how the discipline of boxing served as his rite of passage into manhood and gave him the tools he needed to overcome his childhood trauma and the demons of alcoholism. Ed''s story is one of learning the hard lessons of maturity in perhaps the harshest way possible-from the hurt business. It''s a story about finding self-mastery in the face of uncertainty, discovering the power of forgiveness, and embracing pain and adversity to design a life of purpose. Like Ed says, ''How we absorb life''s blows and rally through bruised ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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New York Times bestselling author Lisa Kleypas delivers a scintillating tale of a beautiful young widow who finds passion with the one man she shouldn''t . . . perfect for fans of Sarah MacLean, Julia Quinn and Eloisa James. ''Lisa Kleypas is the best'' Sarah MacLean Although beautiful young widow Phoebe, Lady Clare, has never met West Ravenel, she knows one thing for certain: he''s a mean, rotten bully. Back in boarding school, he made her late husband''s life a misery, and she''ll never forgive him for it. But when Phoebe attends a family wedding, she encounters a dashing and impossibly charming stranger who sends a fire-and-ice jolt of attraction through her. And then he introduces himself . . . as none other than West Ravenel. West is a man with a tarnished past. No apologies, no excuses. However, from the moment he meets Phoebe, West is consumed by irresistible desire . . . not to mention the bitter awareness that a woman like her is far out of his reach. What West doesn''t bargain on is that Phoebe is no straitlaced aristocratic lady. She''s the daughter of a strong-willed Wallflower who long ago eloped with Sebastian, Lord St. Vincent ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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'A seamless tale of love, loss, betrayal and, above all, hope' Alexandra Walsh AD 61Brittania is in the hands of the Romans but when the conquering army betray the dead King Prasutagus by defiling his daughters, his Queen, Boudicca, is determined to regain her land. Iceni slave Brea remembers little of the time before the Romans, and has grown used to their louche and indulgent customs. She diligently goes about her duties looking after the artless Aurelia, wife-to-be of the handsome war hero Marcellus, but her longing for freedom and her desire to find her lost father, are never far from her mind. Present DayWhen Hanna returns to Norfolk from years working abroad, the strange dreams of her adolescence return: indistinct figures in tunics, mighty soldiers in armour, gladiators, temples, an Iceni warrior woman leading her people. Gradually Hanna’s dreams begin to slip into the present as visions in the famous mists rolling across the fens, and as shocks of recognition when a new face moves to her childhood home. As Hanna realises that she has a connection with a tragedy that occurred many years before, so Brea has to understand that her fate is bound up with her Roman ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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