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Kniha - autor Gregg Hurwitz, 426 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná 'Do you need my help?'It was the first question he asked.They called him when they had nowhere else to turn.As a boy Evan Smoak was taken from an orphanage.Raised and trained in a top secret programme, he was sent to bad places to do things the government denied ever happened.Then he broke with the programme, using what he'd learned to vanish. Now he helps the desperate and deserving.But someone's on his trail.Someone who knows his past and believes that the boy once known as Orphan X must die . . .

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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERThe electrifying new ORPHAN X adventure in the bestselling series - Evan Smoak returns with a mission which could cost him everything . . .''A stellar series, and the stories get better with each instalment'' DAILY MAIL''[A] witty, satisfying thriller'' SUN__________A heavily-armed counter-assault team, a convoy of tactical vehicles plus decoys, air support, a sedative more commonly used to knock out large animals, arm and leg restraints, a hood, mouthguard and a Secret Service Agent asking for a selfie.This was not your average invitation to meet with the President.But then Orphan X is not your average guest. The last survivor of the off-the-books programme that raised and trained him, Evan Smoak was sent around the world to do his government''s dirty work. Until he escaped.Now once again in need of his particular skill-set, the President tracks him down and offers him a deal: kill a man she deems too dangerous or be executed himself.Evan must decide whether to accept. He''s spent years trying to atone for his former life. But if by taking on the mission he must betray the very principles he now lives by, what is left?One thing becomes clear to the President soon enough: ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''Outstanding in every way'' Lee Child''The page turned of the season'' The Times____________''Do you need my help?'' It was the first question he asked. They called him when they had nowhere else to turn. As a boy Evan Smoak was taken from an orphanage. Raised and trained in a top secret programme, he was sent to bad places to do things the government denied ever happened. Then he broke with the programme, using what he''d learned to vanish. Now he helps the desperate and deserving. But someone''s on his trail. Someone who knows his past and believes that the boy once known as Orphan X must die . . . ____________''Read this book. You will thank me later'' David Baldacci''A rival to reacher'' The IndependentIf you loved Orphan X, read the gripping follow-up The Nowhere Man and brand new sequel Out of the Dark!

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THE TOP 50 BESTSELLER, a gritty, historical saga from author AnneMarie BrearCan she keep the baby she loves?Yorkshire Dales 1850As a terrible storm rages, Annabelle Wallis is shocked to find a distressed young woman at her cottage door, heavy with child. Moments later a baby girl is born. But by dawn, the mother has vanished, leaving behind the helpless child wrapped only in a silk peacock shawl. When news spreads that Lady Eliza Hartley, sister to wealthy estate owner, John Hartley, has been found dead, Annabelle realises the terrible secret she has stumbled on. Terrified she’ll be blamed for Eliza’s death, Annabelle flees to the filthy slums of York, where she plans to raise the precious orphan as her own. The cobbled streets of York’s slums are no place for a young woman like Annabelle or a Hartley babe and John Hartley is determined to bring them both home. But Annabelle proves impossible to find. Annabelle can’t hide forever from the wealthy Hartley family, but can she ever give up the baby she loves?The Orphan in the Peacock Shawl is an emotional story of strength and love, perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Rita Bradshaw. Praise for ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The award-winning and New York Times bestselling novel: a dark and witty story of the rise of a young orphan in the surreal and tyrannical regime of North Korea.''You know you are in the hands of someone who can tell a story. Fantastic'' ZADIE SMITH''A stunning feat of imagination'' STEPHEN KINGWINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE FOR FICTIONNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERNATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST------Young Pak Jun Do is convinced he is special. He knows he must be the unique son of the master of the orphanage, and definitely not some kid dumped by his parents. Surely it was obvious from the way his father singled him out for regular beating?He finds his calling when he is picked as a spy and kidnapper for his nation, the glorious Democratic Republic of North Korea.He knows he must find his true love, Sun Moon, the greatest opera star who ever lived, before it’s too late.He knows he’s not like the other prisoners in the camp.He’s going to get out soon.Isn''t he?This hilarious, dark literary epic of a young boy''s rise in North Korea from orphan to high-ranking officer won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and was shortlisted for the National Book Award.Adam Johnson is ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Three sisters torn apart by war. Can fighting for peace bring them together again?December 1941: Evacuated from the threat of German bombs, sisters Amelie and Mireille have grown up under the storm clouds of war.Now they have joined the fight against Hitler, with Amelie training as a nurse to save wounded soldiers, and Mireille enlisted to help the Air Force wage war in the skies over Europe.But as each sister fights for peace, they are still haunted by the memory of their missing sister who was snatched away from them at the beginning of the war.As Mireille is recruited for a special forces role behind enemy lines in France, she puts her life on the line for the Allies. But could she also finally have a chance of reuniting her sisters, once the war is over?A heart-breaking tale of the bond between sisters and the courage of women in wartime. Perfect for fans of Shirley Dickson, Glynis Peters and Pam Jenoff.Readers adore The Lost Orphan:‘I quite literally could not put it down! My heart was in my mouth, both with Mireille in France, and Amelie and her vile partner back home. I was so caught up in all the emotion ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Black Country Orphan is a moving story of the courage and strength of women, by the Sunday Times bestselling author Annie Murray.The early 1900s: Cradley Heath, a town in the Black Country near Birmingham and centre of the world’s chain-making trade. Lucy Butler, a young girl crippled by a cruel accident, lives with her two brothers and widowed mother, a chain-maker barely making ends meet. When tragedy strikes, the Butler family is separated and Lucy is taken in by Bertha Hipkiss, another impoverished chain maker, struggling to look after her own family.Lucy, while feeling the loss of her own family, relies on the company of Bertha’s two sons, charming Clem and straight-laced John. Though clever at school, Lucy knows she must leave and earn her keep, working many hours in the backyard forge. The five women toiling side by side, inevitably have their own friendships and squabbles. But they’re united in their hatred of loathsome middleman Seth Dawson, who treats the women with contempt, and keeps their pay punishingly low. But by the 1910s, there is a movement stirring, as across the country workers begin unionising for their rights. For Lucy, Bertha and the women of Cradley Heath, the promise ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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THE PERFECT GIFT FOR FANS OF DILLY COURT AND ROSIE CLARKEAn uplifting and heartfelt tale of love, loss and family from the bestselling author of The Winter Child, The Orphan of Farthing Street and Her Mother''s Daughter''A heartwarming and uplifting tale, much like the author''s own experience'' Daily Express----1949, London.The war is over. Angie Westwood''s hardships should be behind her. But when her young cousin Jane suddenly dies, Angie''s life changes forever.Jane''s untimely death leaves poor Danny, her three-year-old son, all alone. With the identity of the boy''s father a mystery, Angie adopts her orphaned nephew and sets out to give him the one thing he needs most: family.But after retreating to the Sawyer''s farm for some peace of mind, Angie is about to discover far more than she bargained for.What if finding Danny''s father means losing him to a stranger?Will she risk it all for a chance at love and family?---PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED AS FIGHTING WITH SHADOWS''Catherine Cookson fans will love this'' Woman''s Own''A winner . . . Beryl Matthews grabs and holds the attention of the reader from the very first page'' Billy Hopkins, author of Our Kid READER REVIEWS FOR BERYL MATTHEWS‘Did not disappoint ... An extremely enjoyable ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Bestselling historical fiction author Molly Green is back with her most engrossing, heartfelt World War Two saga yet! Preorder The Wartime Librarian''s Secret now!War rages, but the women and children of Liverpool’s Dr Barnardo’s Home cannot give up hope…LIVERPOOL, 1941Haunted by the death of her sister, June Lavender takes a job at a Dr Barnardo’s orphanage. June couldn’t save Clara from their father’s violence, but perhaps she can help children whose lives have been torn apart by war.A WORLD AT WARWhen June bumps into Flight Lieutenant Murray Andrews on the bombed streets of Liverpool, the attraction is instant. But how can they think of love when war is tearing the world apart?A FIGHT FOR HOPEAs winter closes in, and the war rages on, can June find the strength and courage to make a better life for herself and the children?A gripping story of love, friendship and hope in the darkest of places, perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries and Katie Flynn.Praise for An Orphan in the Snow''A sweet and delightful novel'' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''A five star recommended read!'' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Another fascinating book by Molly Green'' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''One of those books you don''t want to put down'' Reader Review ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Do you like exploring, animals and adventure? Then join the Adventure Club! A new illustrated series for younger readers about animals and adventure from much-loved author Jess Butterworth - writer of classic adventure stories in vibrantly described settings. It''s time for the fourth Adventure Club trip, and this time Tilly and the Adventure Club are off to Borneo. When the team find an orphan orangutan alone in the wild after a fire, they rescue it and the baby orangutan takes a special liking to Tilly. But can the Adventure Club train to the baby to live in the wild without her mum? And if they do, how will Tilly ever be able to leave her behind? Join the Adventure Club to find out!Packed full of illustrations and set as Tilly''s own diary, this new series is perfect for young readers who are beginning to read on their own.

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Donald Maclean was a star diplomat, an establishment insider and a keeper of some of the West’s greatest secrets. He was also a Russian spy…Codenamed ‘Orphan’ by his Russian recruiter, Maclean was Britain’s most gifted traitor. But as he leaked huge amounts of top-secret intelligence, an international code-breaking operation was rapidly closing in on him. Moments before he was unmasked, Maclean escaped to Moscow.Drawing on a wealth of previously classified material, A Spy Named Orphan now tells this story for the first time in full, revealing the character and devastating impact of perhaps the most dangerous Soviet agent of the twentieth century.‘Superb’ William Boyd‘Fascinating… An exceptional story of espionage and betrayal, thrillingly told’ Philippe Sands‘A cracking story… Impressively researched’ Sunday Times‘Philipps makes the story and the slow uncovering of [Maclean’s] treachery a gripping narrative’ Alan Bennett

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THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 'Secrets, lies, treachery, and passion... I read this novel in a headlong rush.' - Christina Barker Kline, #1 bestselling author of Orphan Train

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A heart-warming and nostalgic Cornish family saga. Perfect for fans of Sheila Newberry and Katie Flynn.WHEN TRAGEDY STRIKES, WILL HER FAMILY COME TOGETHER AGAIN? Almost a decade after being rescued from a shipwreck by a local Cornish family, sixteen-year-old Lottie is settled in St Ives with her adoptive family. But after a trip to America to meet her birth mother ends badly, Lottie fears her new life might be falling apart . . . Arriving back in Cornwall, Lottie struggles to adjust to life with her temperamental mother around, and her very arrival shakes up their quiet community. Lottie, too, faces a more difficult problem - she's hiding the secret of her first love. And soon she is forced to make a choice between her duty to her family and to her heart. As new challenges arrive for Lottie and the community in St Ives, will she and her family be able to overcome their troubles and find their way back to each other?From the bestselling author of The Boy With No Boots, An Orphan's Winter is the most captivating story you'll read this winter! 'Jeffries is an outstanding writer of sagas with heart and feeling. Her writing is warm ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Black Country Orphan is a moving story of the courage and strength of women, by the Sunday Times bestselling author Annie Murray.The early 1900s: Cradley Heath, a town in the Black Country near Birmingham and centre of the world’s chain-making trade. Lucy Butler, a young girl crippled by a cruel accident, lives with her two brothers and widowed mother, a chain-maker barely making ends meet. When tragedy strikes, the Butler family is separated and Lucy is taken in by Bertha Hipkiss, another impoverished chain maker, struggling to look after her own family.Lucy, while feeling the loss of her own family, relies on the company of Bertha’s two sons, charming Clem and straight-laced John. Though clever at school, Lucy knows she must leave and earn her keep, working many hours in the backyard forge. The five women toiling side by side, inevitably have their own friendships and squabbles. But they’re united in their hatred of loathsome middleman Seth Dawson, who treats the women with contempt, and keeps their pay punishingly low. But by the 1910s, there is a movement stirring, as across the country workers begin unionising for their rights. For Lucy, Bertha and the women of Cradley Heath, the promise ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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From the Sunday Times bestselling author of A Maiden's Voyage; perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Katie Flynn and Catherine Cookson. 'Goodwin is a master of her craft. The perfect book for a cold winter's evening' Lancashire Evening Post'Goodwin is a fabulous writer' Worcester Evening News'A vibrant page-turner with entrancing characters' Margaret Dickinson'Rosie writes such heartwarming sagas' Lyn Andrews1874. Growing up in extreme poverty in London, Pearl thinks life can get no worse. But when her parents discover there's yet another baby on the way, they have to tighten the belt even further. Pearl's mother decides to send her and her younger sister Eliza to the workhouse, where they are forced into a new life of hardship and struggle. Pearl's hopes are raised when the workhouse offers the sisters a new life in Canada and they board an orphan ship transporting unwanted children across the seas. Pearl hopes their luck has finally changed when she and Eliza are hired by the kindly Mrs Forbes to work in her grand house together. But when Pearl meets their mistress's bullying son Monty he reveals he will stop at nothing to make her life a misery. Will Pearl ever find the home she ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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