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The Break-In - Katherine Faulkner

''DELICIOUS'' STYLIST''''BINGEWORTHY'' NITA PROSE''FANTASTIC'' BELFAST TELEGRAPH''RAZOR-SHARP'' ABIGAIL DEANYou know who.You don''t know why. Alice only meant to stop the intruder.She didn''t mean to hit him so hard. She didn''t mean to kill him.The police conclude that she acted in self-defence, but wracked with guilt, Alice sets out to apologise to Linda, the mother of the young man she killed - only to find she is unable to come clean about who she really is. Without meaning to, Alice finds herself drawn more and more into Linda''s world, struggling to balance her growing obsession with starting a prestigious new job, caring for her daughter and being there for her husband. But as Alice learns more about Ezra - and finds herself uncomfortably enmeshed with his family - she begins to wonder whether she really has the full picture about why he came to her house that day.This latest simmering suspense novel from the internationally bestselling Katherine Faulkner is an unputdownable must-read that will have you hooked from the first twist to the last.

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The Break-In - Katherine Faulkner

''DELICIOUS'' STYLIST''''BINGEWORTHY'' NITA PROSE''FANTASTIC'' BELFAST TELEGRAPH''RAZOR-SHARP'' ABIGAIL DEANYou know who.You don''t know why. Alice only meant to stop the intruder.She didn''t mean to hit him so hard. She didn''t mean to kill him.The police conclude that she acted in self-defence, but wracked with guilt, Alice sets out to apologise to Linda, the mother of the young man she killed - only to find she is unable to come clean about who she really is. Without meaning to, Alice finds herself drawn more and more into Linda''s world, struggling to balance her growing obsession with starting a prestigious new job, caring for her daughter and being there for her husband. But as Alice learns more about Ezra - and finds herself uncomfortably enmeshed with his family - she begins to wonder whether she really has the full picture about why he came to her house that day.This latest simmering suspense novel from the internationally bestselling Katherine Faulkner is an unputdownable must-read that will have you hooked from the first twist to the last.

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The Other Mothers - Katherine Faulkner

The outstanding new thriller from the author of international bestseller, Greenwich Park ''This is The Undoing meets Big Little Lies'' Abigail Dean''The elevated, devourable thriller you''ve been looking for'' Ashley Audrain''Relentlessly twisty'' Sarah Vaughan ''Next-level mum noir'' Ellery Lloyd _______________ You want to be one of them. Until you know them.You''ve been desperate for a story to launch your freelance career. But you want something else even more: new friends to help you navigate motherhood. And then you see them at your son''s new playgroup. The other mothers. Those sleek, sophisticated mothers. The women you want to be. One of them welcomes them into their circle. And, on the other side of glass, their lives are exactly like the one you''ve always dreamt of; their elegant London townhouses a world away from your cramped basement flat - and your endless bills. They seem to have it all. But they also have their secrets. And it''s soon clear that you can''t trust everyone at playgroup. _______________Readers love The Other Mothers:''You won''t want to put it down''''Keeps you guessing until the very end'' ''I loved this book''''Compelling'' ''Unputdownable''

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The Other Mothers - Katherine Faulkner

The outstanding new thriller from the author of international bestseller and Waterstones Thriller of the Month pick, Greenwich Park Ex journalist Tash has been searching for a story to launch her freelance career. But she has also been searching for something else. New friends to help her navigate motherhood.She sees them at her son's new playgroup. The other mothers. The sleek, the sophisticated, the successful mothers ... The women she wants to be. And then one day they welcome her into their circle and Tash discovers the kind of life she has always dreamt of; their elegant London townhouses a far cry from her cramped basement flat and endless bills. These families seem to have everything. But they also have their secrets. And it's soon clear that not everyone at the playgroup can be trusted.

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The Shining (1444720724)

Kniha The Shining od Stephena Kinga vypráví příběh pětiletého Dannyho, který má psychické schopnosti. Když se jeho rodina přestěhuje jako správci do opuštěného hotelu Overlook, Danny začne zažívat děsivé vize. Hotel ožívá vlastním životem a rodina se ocitá v pasti během zimní bouře.

  • Klasický horor od Stephena Kinga v anglickém jazyce
  • Brožovaná vazba pro snadné čtení a přenášení
  • Intenzivní atmosféra izolace a nadpřirozena
  • Poutavý příběh s psychologickými prvky

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Country Of The Blind - Christopher Brookmyre

The second book in the Jack Parlabane series, from author Christopher Brookmyre.The murder of a media moghul in his country mansion appears to be the result of him disturbing a gang of would-be thieves. The robbers are swiftly caught, but when they are unexpectedly moved to a different prison they escape. Back in Edinburgh, a young solicitor reveals to the press that one of the subjects had left a letter with her some time before the break-in which proves his innocence. Jack Parlabane, journo-extraordinaire, is intrigued, but when he approaches the lawyer he discovers someone else is trying to get near her - someone with evil intent, political connections of the highest order and a corrupt agenda. Fast-moving, blackly humorous and intriguingly credible.

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The Signs in Love - Carolyne Faulkner

A unique spiritual and astrological guide to deepening your relationships and romantic connections - or finding the love of your lifeWe are each made of stardust, and understanding how the cosmos affects us provides critical insight into our lives, our well-being, and matters of the heart. Tune into these pages to find· how each sign matches up with the others;· the potential and challenges of each pairing;· interactive journaling prompts;· perspective into your past unions;· a deeper understanding of your partnerships in romance, family, and friendship;· what it looks like when a particular match flows well - or not so well.Follow Carolyne Faulkner''s Dynamic Astrology™ approach for a simple, tried-and-tested framework to the signs and planets that explains how harmonious each match is likely to be, as well as how to build a solid foundation for a forever love.

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The Gingerbread Cafe - Anita Faulkner

The brand-new Cotswold romance from Anita Faulkner, author of A COLOURFUL COUNTRY ESCAPE. Cosy up for chilly winter nights, falling snow and heart-stopping romance - the perfect festive read!''Cosy, charming and utterly captivating'' HEIDI SWAINCAN GRETEL FIND THE RECIPE FOR THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS? The Gingerbread Café is always full of Christmas magic. Come rain or shine (or even a July heatwave), there''s always a hot chocolate bursting with cinnamon and marshmallows waiting for you. For introverted Gretel, it''s been the perfect escape from ''real life''. The owner, Nell, is Gretel''s last link to her late mum, and hiding out at the café feels so much safer than making new friends. So when Nell suddenly passes, Gretel is left heartbroken. Then she discovers that Nell has left the café to her - but there''s a catch. Gretel has to share the running of The Gingerbread Café with the least festive person ever: Nell''s nephew, Lukas. Head chef at the local fancy restaurant, Lukas makes it clear he has no time for the café, Gretel or even Christmas itself, and Gretel''s too busy struggling to save her burnt batches of gingerbread to work out why. Gretel is determined to keep Christmas alive ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Body in the Web - Katherine Hallpage

The 26th book in the award-winning Faith Fairchild Mysteries series.Katherine Hall PageÂ’s beloved amateur detective gets wrapped up in a Zoom-bombing scandal that sends her community into a tailspin Â… just as a dead body is discovered.Faith Fairchild joins the rest of the world in lockdown mode when reality flips in March 2020. As the pandemic spreads, Faith and her family readjust to life together in Aleford, Massachusetts. Her husband, Tom, continues his sermons from Zoom; their children, Ben, who''s in college, and Amy, a high school senior, are doing remote learning at home .Faith is happy to have her family under the same roof and grateful for her resilient community, friends, and neighbors in Aleford. Town halls remain lively and well-attended, despite residents joining from their living rooms. It is at one of these town halls that scandal breaks out. In the midst of a Zoom meeting, damaging images suddenly flash upon everyoneÂ’s screens. Claudia, local art teacher and FaithÂ’s dear friend, is immediately recognized as the woman who has been targeted.When Claudia is later discovered dead, Faith, with the help of her friends, journeys deep into the dark web to unravel the threads of ClaudiaÂ’s mysterious history and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Six Tudor Queens: Katherine of Aragon, The True Queen - Alison Weirová

*A Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller*Katherine of Aragon: The True Queen by bestselling historian Alison Weir, author of The Lost Tudor Princess, is the first in a spellbinding six novel series about Henry VIII''s Queens. Alison takes you on an engrossing journey at Katherine''s side and shows her extraordinary strength of character and intelligence. Ideal for fans of Philippa Gregory and Elizabeth Chadwick. ''Shatters the many myths about Henry VIII''s long-suffering first wife'' Tracy Borman''Weir is excellent on the little details that bring a world to life'' GuardianA Spanish princess. Raised to be modest, obedient and devout. Destined to be an English Queen.Six weeks from home across treacherous seas, everything is different: the language, the food, the weather. And for her there is no comfort in any of it. At sixteen-years-old, Catalina is alone among strangers.She misses her mother. She mourns her lost brother.She cannot trust even those assigned to her protection.KATHERINE OF ARAGON. The first of Henry''s Queens. Her story.History tells us how she died. This captivating novel shows us how she lived.SIX TUDOR QUEENS. SIX NOVELS. SIX YEARS.Praise for Alison Weir and Katherine of Aragon: ''A tender understanding of and genuine sympathy for this proud, much-loved and honourable ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Agonies - Ben Faulkner

In the tradition of Albert Camus, J. D. Salinger, and Osamu Dazai, the archetype of the savage young man at the precipice returns in Ben Faulkner''s hypnotic debut, The Agonies. Armand Bernal is breaking apart. The trials of youth become a torrential odyssey of dislocation and disorientation. In this bildungsroman for our modern age—an age of collapse—Ben Faulkner has created an unforgettable character wary of work, college, relationships, and the world at large, becoming an unstable young man moving toward an act of terrifying violence. Will he survive the gothic America of The Agonies? Â

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The Mysterious Death of Katherine Parr - June Woolerton

What killed Katherine Parr?She was the ultimate Tudor survivor, the queen who managed to outwit and outlive Henry VIII. Yet just over eighteen months after his passing, Katherine Parr was dead. She had been one of the most powerful people in the country, even ruling England for her royal husband, yet she had died hundreds of miles from court and been quickly buried in a tiny chapel with few royal trappings. Her grave was lost for centuries only for her corpse to be mutilated after it was rediscovered during a tea party. The death of Katherine Parr is one of the strangest of any royals – and one of the most mysterious.The final days of Henry VIII’s last queen included a faithless husband and rumours of a royal affair while the weeks after her funeral swirled with whispers of poison and murder. The Mysterious Death of Katherine Parr dives into the calamitous and tumultuous events leading up to the last hours of a once powerful queen and the bizarre happenings that followed her passing.From the elaborate embalming of her body, that left it in a state of perfect preservation for almost three centuries despite a burial just yards from her ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A Break in the Future - Fuad Musallam

Investigates how Lebanese activists work through failure to keep the possibility of political change alive A Break in the Future considers how activists keep hope alive and work toward future change when social movements fall apart and protests fail. Anthropologist Fuad Musallam investigates the endurance of political possibility in Beirut, Lebanon, between the Arab uprisings of 2010–11 and the Lebanese uprising of October 2019. Despite a regional collapse of political hope and a local inability to effect change in the context of political stasis, postponed elections, and the degradation of civil infrastructure, between every protest cycle a sizable number of people remained engaged and built toward future political opportunities. Through an analysis of activist strategies, Musallam explores the ways in which we grasp different phases of political (dis)engagement together. The book is motivated by a desire to better understand how to keep political possibility alive. To make sense of how possibility endures, this book looks at the ebb and flow of political engagement together, that is, not only at the peaks of recent mobilizations but also at the times in between when, at first glance, little seems to be happening on the ground. Musallam explores how activists cultivated and maintained ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Queen Katherine and the Howards - Marilyn Roberts

Writings of certain nineteenth and twentieth-century historians continue to colour our perceptions of the past, but is the picture of Katherine Howard painted by some of them necessarily fair? Was she really a neglected young girl set up by an unscrupulous family to enable them to exercise control over Henry VIII, or a secure teenager brought up in the home of her illustrious step-grandmother, the Dowager Duchess of Norfolk, who treated her well? Ultimately, was her untimely death the fault of others or the result of Katherine’s own ill-advised choices?Through original research and use of primary sources, Queen Katherine and the Howards: A Tudor Family on the Brink of Disaster examines the Howards’ journey from practising law in East Anglia to their elevation to the dukedom of Norfolk by Richard III and, following the Yorkist defeat at Bosworth, their decades of service and loyalty to the fledgling Tudor dynasty. The final weeks of Katherine Howard’s short life, presented as a day-to-day narrative, enables the reader to appreciate how terrifyingly quickly the old duchess and Katherine’s associates, most involved against their wishes, were rounded up and consigned to the Tower for concealing what they knew of her lively past. The last ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Electricity of Every Living Thing - Katherine May

From the bestselling author of Wintering, Katherine May, The Electricity of Every Living Thing is a life-affirming and poignant exploration of nature, and how reconnecting to wild landscapes can create peace in our unquiet minds.''A windswept tale, beautifully told'' Raynor Winn, author of The Salt Path ''A manifesto for the value of difficult people. I loved it'' Amy Liptrot, author of The OutrunIn August 2015, Katherine May set out to walk the 630-mile South West Coast Path. She wanted to understand why she had stopped coping with everyday life; why motherhood had been so overwhelming and isolating, and why the world felt full of inundation and expectations she can''t meet. Setting her feet down on the rugged and difficult path by the sea, the answer begins to unfold.The Electricity of Every Living Thing tells the story of the year in which Katherine comes to terms with a diagnosis which shakes her to her core. It leads to a re-evaluation of her life so far - a kinder one, which finally allows her to be different rather than simply awkward, arrogant or unfeeling. The physical and psychological journeys become inextricably entwined, and as Katherine finds her way across the untameable coast, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Midnight Peacock - Katherine Woodfine

A fast-paced historical mystery adventure for readers aged 9+ years, with gorgeous Edwardian period detail. Perfect for fans of Chris Riddell''s Goth Girl series, Enid Blyton and Robin Stevens''s Murder Most Unladylike series.You are cordially invited to Sinclair’s Midnight Peacock Ball!The festive season has come to Sinclair’s and Sophie and Lil are spending the holidays at snowy Winter Hall. But it turns out that this is no ordinary house party …As sinister secrets come to light, our intrepid heroines find themselves faced with a more baffling mystery than ever before!With the help of their friends, can they uncover the truth in time to foil a truly diabolical plot? Or will Mr Sinclair’s New Year’s Eve Midnight Peacock Ball spell disaster for the dauntless young detectives?Prepare for shocks and surprises in the thrilling conclusion to the Sinclair’s Mysteries!Praise for The Midnight Peacock:''Katherine Woodbine brings her tautly plotted Edwardian series The Sinclair''s Mysteries to a stylish conclusion, in a book filled with deft characterisation and delectable period detail.'' Guardian******Praise for The Clockwork Sparrow:''A wonderful book, with a glorious heroine and a true spirit of adventure’ – Katherine Rundell, author of Rooftoppers‘A real page-turner, it has murders, spies and gangs of thieves. Thrilling!’ ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The English Girl - Katherine Webbová

From Sunday Times Top Ten bestselling author, Katherine Webb, The English Girl is perfect for fans of Dinah Jefferies, Kate Morton and Santa Montefiore.In a land full of secrets, you can make your own rules.Joan Seabrook has fulfilled her lifelong dream to travel to Arabia and has arrived in the ancient city of Muscat with her fiancé, Rory. Desperate to escape the pain of a personal tragedy, she longs to explore the desert fort of Jabrin and unearth the wonders held within. But Oman is a land lost in time, and gaining permission to explore could prove impossible. Joan''s disappointment is only eased by the thrill of meeting her childhood heroine, pioneering explorer Maude Vickery, and hearing the stories that captured her imagination as a child. The friendship that forms between the two women will change everything. Both have desires to fulfil and secrets to keep. As their bond grows, Joan is inspired by the thrill of her new friend''s past and finds herself swept up in a bold and dangerous adventure of Maude''s making. Only too late does she begin to question her actions - actions that will spark a wild, and potentially devastating, chain of events.''A compelling and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Love Haters - Katherine Center

THE LATEST FEEL GOOD ROM-COM FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE ROM-COMMERSIt''s a thin line between loving and hating...****Katie Vaughn has been burned by love in the past―now she may be lighting her career on fire. She has two choices: wait to get laid off from her job as a video producer or, at her coworker Cole''s request, take a career-making gig profiling Tom "Hutch" Hutcheson, a Coast Guard rescue swimmer in Key West.The catch? Katie''s not exactly qualified. She can''t swim―but fakes it that she can. Plus: Cole is Hutch''s brother. And they don''t get along. Next stop paradise!But paradise is messier than it seems. As Katie gets entangled with Hutch (the most scientifically good looking man she has ever seen . . . but also a bit of a love hater), along with his colorful Aunt Rue and his rescue Great Dane, she gets trapped in a lie. Or two.Swim lessons, helicopter flights, conga lines, drinking contests, hurricanes, and stolen kisses ensue―along with chances to tell the truth, to face old fears, and to be truly brave at last.**** PRAISE FOR NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER KATHERINE CENTER ''Katherine Center crafts rom-coms with pure unvarnished delight'' ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Faulkner and Money

Contributions by Ted Atkinson, Gloria J. Burgess, David A. Davis, Sarah E. Gardner, Richard Godden, Ryan Heryford, Robert Jackson, Gavin Jones, Mary A. Knighton, Peter Lurie, John T. Matthews, Myka Tucker-Abramson, Michael Wainwright, Jay Watson, and Michael ZeitlinThe matter of money touches a writer's life at every point--in the need to make ends meet; in dealings with agents, editors, publishers, and bookstores; and in the choice of subject matter and the minutiae of imagined worlds. William Faulkner's Yoknapatawpha was no exception. The people and communities he wrote about stayed deeply entangled in personal, national, and even global networks of industry, commerce, and finance, as did the author himself. Faulkner's economic biography often followed, but occasionally bucked, the tumultuous economic trends of the twentieth century. The Faulkner met within these pages is among modern literature's most incisive and encyclopedic critics of what one contemporary theorist calls the madness of economic reason.Faulkner and Money brings together a distinguished group of scholars to explore the economic contexts of Faulkner's life and work, to follow the proverbial money toward new insights into the Nobel Laureate and new questions about his art. Essays in this collection address economies of debt and gift giving in Intruder ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Good Thieves - Katherine Rundell

''An amazing adventure story, told with sparkling style and sleight of hand'' - Jacqueline WilsonFOYLES CHILDREN''S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2019A glittering, page-turning adventure set amidst the streets of New York, The Good Thieves is a modern classic from internationally bestselling author Katherine RundellFresh off the boat from England, Vita Marlowe has a job to do. Her beloved grandfather Jack has been cheated out of his home and possessions by a notorious conman with Mafia connections. Seeing Jack''s spirit is broken, Vita is desperate to make him happy again, so she devises a plan to outwit his enemies and recover his home. She finds a young pickpocket, working the streets of the city. And, nearby, two boys with highly unusual skills and secrets of their own are about to be pulled into her lawless, death-defying plan.Katherine Rundell''s fifth novel is a heist as never seen before - the story of a group of children who will do anything to right a wrong.''Read everything she writes'' - Daily MailGet ready to go on an unforgettable adventure with Katherine Rundell…

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Greenwich Park - Katherine Faulkner

Helen has it all... Daniel is the perfect husband. Rory is the perfect brother. Serena is the perfect sister-in-law. And Rachel? Rachel is the perfect nightmare. When Helen, finally pregnant after years of tragedy, attends her first antenatal class, she is expecting her loving architect husband to arrive soon after, along with her confident, charming brother Rory and his pregnant wife, the effortlessly beautiful Serena. What she is not expecting is Rachel. Extroverted, brash, unsettling single mother-to-be Rachel, who just wants to be Helen's friend. Who just wants to get know Helen and her friends and her family. Who just wants to know everything about them. Every little secret... Masterfully plotted and utterly addictive, Greenwich Park is a dark, compelling look at motherhood, friendships, privilege and the secrets we keep to protect ourselves.

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Greenwich Park - Katherine Faulkner

This “gloriously tangled game of cat and mouse” (Ruth Ware, #1 New York Times bestselling author) explores the anxieties of impending motherhood, unreliable friendship, and the high price of keeping secrets. Perfect for fans of the thrillers by Paula Hawkins and Robyn Harding.In this “outstanding debut thriller” (Booklist, starred review), Helen’s idyllic life—handsome architect husband, gorgeous Victorian house, and cherished baby on the way—begins to change the day she attends her first prenatal class. There, she meets Rachel, an unpredictable single mother-to-be who doesn’t seem very maternal: she smokes, drinks, and professes little interest in parenthood. Still, Helen is drawn to her. Maybe Rachel just needs a friend. And to be honest, Helen’s a bit lonely herself. At least Rachel is fun to be with. She makes Helen laugh, invites her confidences, and distracts her from her fears. But her increasingly erratic behavior is unsettling. And Helen’s not the only one who’s noticed. Her friends and family begin to suspect that her strange new friend may be linked to their shared history in unexpected ways. When Rachel threatens to expose a past crime that could destroy all of their lives, it becomes clear that there are more than a few ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Bobcat - Katherine Forbes Riley

** Longlisted for The Center for Fiction's best debut novel of 2019 ** With the hypnotic intensity of Emily Fridlund’s The History of Wolves and Fiona McFarlane’s The Night Guest, Katherine Forbes Riley has created a mesmerizing love story, in lush, gorgeous prose, that examines art, science, and the magic of human chemistry."Teeming with lush imagery and mystical settings, and brimming with alluring magical realism, Riley’s tale is a beguiling journey of discovery and recovery.” — BooklistHaunting and lyrical, The Bobcat is Katherine Forbes Riley’s magical debut novel in which Laurelie, a young art student who suffers in the aftermath of a sexual assault, has grown progressively more isolated and fearful. She transfers from her busy city university to a small college in rural Vermont, where she retreats into her vivid imagination, experiencing the world through her art. Most comfortable in the company of the child for whom she babysits, and most at ease in the woods, Laurelie has shunned any connection with her peers.One day, while exploring the woods, she and her young charge encounter an injured pregnant bobcat – and the hiker who has been following it for hundreds of miles. In the hiker and his feline companion ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Golden Mole - Katherine Rundell

A lavish edition of Katherine Rundell’s gloriously illustrated and fascinating bestiary, featuring three new additions to the treasure trove of vanishing wonders.''Exquisite and timely.'' Maggie O''Farrell''A rare and magical book. I didn''t want it to end.'' Bill Bryson''A witty, intoxicating paean to Earth’s wondrous creatures.'' Observer''A total miracle.'' Max PorterA SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERSHORTLISTED FOR WATERSTONES AND FOYLES BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARDS SHORTLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITINGThe world is more astonishing, more miraculous and more wonderful than our wildest imaginings.A pangolin’s tongue is longer than its body. It keeps it furled in a nifty pouch near the hip.A swift flies 200,000 miles in its lifetime. That’s far enough to get to the moon and back -- then back to the moon.There’s a fable that storks deliver babies. In fact, the Nazis used them to air-drop propaganda.A lavishly illustrated compendium of the staggering lives of some of the world’s most endangered animals, this sumptuous, expanded and updated edition of The Golden Mole is a chance to be awestruck and lovestruck — to fall for the likes of the wondrous pygmy hippo, the seahorse, the narwhal and, as astonishing and endangered as them all, the human.Katherine Rundell''s book The ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Poisoned King - Katherine Rundell

The dragons call out, and the ratatoskas tell of murder. Come with us now. There is justice to be done. Return to the magic of the Archipelago... The Poisoned King is the dazzling second book in Katherine Rundell''s epic and bestselling Impossible Creatures series.''There was Tolkien, there is Pullman and now there is Katherine Rundell'' – Michael MorpurgoWhen Christopher Forrester is unexpectedly woken by a miniature dragon chewing on his face, his heart leaps for joy. For months he’s dreamed of returning to the Archipelago – the secret islands where all the creatures of myth still live. But he did not know it would involve a rescue mission on the back of a sphinx, or a plan to enter a dragon’s lair. Nor did he imagine it would involve a girl with a flock of birds at her side, a new-hatched chick in her pocket and a ravenous hunger for justice...The unmissable sequel to Impossible Creatures, WINNER of the Waterstones Book of the Year, British Book Awards Children''s Book of the Year, Foyles Children''s Book of the Year and the Books Are My Bag Readers Award''A book stuffed full of fantastical, magical delight'' – Cressida Cowell on Impossible Creatures''Readers will ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Heady Bloom - Andrew Faulkner

A buddy-cop dramedy starring a bottle of Advil and a headache that won’t quitImagine you’re standing in a room, and someone on the other side of the door won’t stop knocking – ever. Welcome to Andrew Faulkner’s world of the never-ending, low-grade headache, a medical issue resolved only by striking up a committed relationship with the slippery miracle that is Advil. Through direct address, sideways glances, lyrical interludes and deep consideration of what it means to overcome a condition when living is a part of the condition itself, these poems observe the speaker’s world as it crowds around him, coming into sharper and specific focus, from the hard wisdom of saints on suffering and a slightly unhinged Caravaggio on the metaphysics of painting, through to the deep meaning of a hot dog and a thoroughly botched retelling of a Norm Macdonald joke. Throughout it all, Advil whirls around like an unruly tornado of a sidekick, snapping Polaroids and “searching for a cloud that resembles a plausible end-of-life scenario.”Think of this collection as a meditation on how to deal with pain and uncertainty when life itself is an uncertain, painful mess. These are poems that acknowledge the shakiness of the ground ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Clockwork Sparrow - Katherine Woodfine

A gorgeous anniverary edition of the first title in Katherine Woodfine''s bestselling debut series, The Sinclair Mysteries. A fast-paced historical mystery adventure for readers aged 9+, with gorgeous Edwardian period detail. Perfect for readers of Robin Stevens'' Murder Most Unladylike series and M.G.Leonard’s Adventures on Trains.🔎‘A wonderful book, with a glorious heroine and a true spirit of adventure’ – KATHERINE RUNDELL, BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF IMPOSSIBLE CREATURES🔎You are cordially invited to attend the Grand Opening of Sinclair’s department store!Enter a world of bonbons, hats, perfumes and MYSTERIES around every corner. WONDER at the daring theft of the priceless CLOCKWORK SPARROW! TREMBLE as the most DASTARDLY criminals in London enact their wicked plans! GASP as our bold heroines, Miss Sophie Taylor and Miss Lilian Rose, CRACK CODES, DEVOUR ICED BUNS and vow to bring the villains to justice…🔎Readers LOVE The Clockwork Sparrow!Katie, age 10 for lovereading4kids.co.uk – ''A brilliant historical detective novel – I read it in one sitting and couldn’t put it down! The characters were really believable and the story was so exciting. My new favourite!''Celeste, age 13 for lovereading4kids.co.uk – ''An incredible read full of mystery, wonder and adventure…This is now one of my top ten.''

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The Girl in The Tower : (Winternight Trilogy) - Katherine Arden

For a young woman in medieval Russia, the choices are stark: marriage or life in a convent. Vasya will choose a third way: magic. . . The court of the Grand Prince of Moscow is plagued by power struggles and rumours of unrest. Meanwhile bandits roam the countryside, burning the villages and kidnapping its daughters. Setting out to defeat the raiders, the Prince and his trusted companion come across a young man riding a magnificent horse. Only Sasha, a priest with a warrior's training, recognises this 'boy' as his younger sister, thought to be dead or a witch by her village. But when Vasya proves herself in battle, riding with remarkable skill and inexplicable power, Sasha realises he must keep her secret as she may be the only way to save the city from threats both human and fantastical. . . A spellbinding fairytale full of magic and wonder, perfect for fans of Erin Morgenstern's The Night Circus and Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials. *Make sure you've read all the books in the Winternight Trilogy*1. The Bear and the Nightingale2. The Girl in the Tower3. The Winter of the Witch

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The Wolf Wilder - Katherine Rundell

''A writer with an utterly distinctive voice and a wild imagination'' - Philip Pullman''A truly compelling read … totally original and yet has the familiar feel of an established classic'' - Jacqueline WilsonA story of friendship, hope and sweeping adventure in the snowy wilds of Russia, The Wolf Wilder is a modern classic from internationally bestselling author Katherine RundellFeodora and her mother live in the snowbound woods of Russia, in a house full of food and fireplaces. Ten minutes away, in a ruined chapel, lives a pack of wolves. Feodora’s mother is a wolf wilder, and Feo is a wolf wilder in training. A wolf wilder is the opposite of an animal tamer: it is a person who teaches tamed animals to fend for themselves, and to fight and to run, and to be wary of humans.When the murderous hostility of the Russian Army threatens her very existence, Feo is left with no option but to go on the run. What follows is a story of revolution and adventure, about standing up for the things you love and fighting back. And, of course, wolves.''Read everything she writes'' - Daily MailGet ready to go on an unforgettable adventure with Katherine Rundell ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Still Point - Katherine Moss

This collection was the winner of Verve''s inaugural Disables Poets Prize for best Pamphlet. Their mission goal of promoting underrepresented voices in poetry has led to this beautiful publication:‘The Still Point’ explores the intersection of truth and mythology within family history with a particular interest in the Irish Diaspora, examining Katherine’s own life as a disabled woman and mother, drawing on nature to weave the personal and political. Katherine Moss, winner, 2023 Disabled Poets Prize Best Unpublished Pamphlet, says, “Poetry can be exhilarating, feel unsettling, can place demands upon us to stop and reflect upon words and sounds. As one of the winners of the Disabled Poets Prize I have been given an amazing opportunity to discover my voice as a poet and perhaps feel authentic in claiming to be a writer.”

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The Break - Marian Keyes

*** CONGRATULATIONS TO THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS AUTHOR OF THE YEAR 2022***THE SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF GROWN UPS, MARIAN KEYES''JUST BRILLIANT'' SUNDAY TIMES___________''Myself and Hugh . . . We''re taking a break.''''A city-with-fancy-food sort of break?''If only.Amy''s husband Hugh says he isn''t leaving her.He still loves her, he''s just taking a break - from their marriage, their children and, most of all, from their life together.Six months in South-East Asia. And nothing she says can stop him.But when does a break become a break-up?A lot can happen in six months. And it''s enough to send Amy and her family of gossips, misfits and troublemakers teetering over the edge.When Hugh returns, if he returns, will he be the same man she married?Will Amy be the same woman?Because if Hugh is on a break from their marriage, then . . . isn''t she on one too?_____________''Mercilessly funny'' The Times''I laughed . . . I cried'' Daily Mail''Full of darkness and light, this is Keyes at her classic and most brilliant best'' RedSHORTLISTED FOR A NATIONAL BOOK AWARD

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The Break - Marian Keyes

Myself and Hugh . . . We're taking a break. 'A city-with-fancy-food sort of break?'If only. Amy's husband Hugh says he isn't leaving her.He still loves her, he's just taking a break - from their marriage, their children and, most of all, from their life together. Six months to lose himself in south-east Asia. And there is nothing Amy can say or do about it.Yes, it's a mid-life crisis, but let's be clear: a break isn't a break up - yet . . .However, for Amy it's enough to send her - along with her extended family of gossips, misfits and troublemakers - teetering over the edge.For a lot can happen in six-months. When Hugh returns if he returns, will he be the same man she married? And will Amy be the same woman?Because if Hugh is on a break from their marriage, then isn't she?

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The Goblin Emperor - Katherine Addison

The first UK publication of this multiple award winning, critically acclaimed high fantasy US smash hit phenomenon."Challenging, invigorating, and unique." Scott Lynch, bestselling author of The Lies of Locke Lamora, Nominated for the Nebula and Hugo awards, and a World Fantasy Award Finalist, Katherine Addison's The Goblin Emperor is a vividly imagined fantasy of court intrigue and dark magics.Unbound Worlds 100 Best Fantasy Novels of All Time Maia, the youngest, half-goblin son of the Emperor has lived his entire life in exile, distant from the Imperial Court and the deadly intrigue that suffuses it. But when his father and three sons in line for the throne are killed in an "accident," he has no choice but to take his place as the only surviving rightful heir.Entirely unschooled in the art of court politics, he has no friends, no advisors, and the sure knowledge that whoever assassinated his father and brothers could make an attempt on his life at any moment.Surrounded by sycophants eager to curry favour with the naive new emperor, and overwhelmed by the burdens of his new life, he can trust nobody. Amid the swirl of plots to depose him, offers of arranged marriages, and the spectre of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Golden Mole - Katherine Rundell

The world is more astonishing, more miraculous and more wonderful than our wildest imaginings.‘Rare and magical book.’ Bill Bryson‘A witty, intoxicating paean to Earth’s most wondrous creatures.’ Observer‘Exquisite and timely.’ Maggie O’Farrell** Shortlisted for the Waterstones and Foyles Book of the Year **** Shortlisted for the Wainwright Prize for Nature Writing **In The Golden Mole, Katherine Rundell, the award-winning author of Super-Infinite and Impossible Creatures, takes us on a globe-spanning tour of the world’s strangest and most awe-inspiring animals, including pangolins, wombats, lemurs and seahorses. But each of these animals is endangered. And so, this most passionately persuasive and sharply funny book is also an urgent, inspiring clarion call: to treasure and act – to save nature’s vanishing wonders, before it is too late.‘Deeply affecting, intimate and wildly funny . . . I loved it.’ Edmund de Waal‘A wondrous ode to nature’s astonishing beauty – and an elegy for all the life we are in the midst ofdestroying.’ Amia Srinivasan‘An exuberant celebration of everything from bats, crows and hedgehogs to narwhals and wombats . . . Rundell is incapable of writing a dull sentence.’ Observer‘There is a constant joy in the book . . . A sense throughout of delight ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The English Masterpiece - Katherine Reay

"Art . . . London . . . Seventies Glam . . . Yesss, please. The English Masterpiece by Katherine Reay has ALL the goodies--especially for historical fiction lovers and art aficionados . . . Buckle your seatbelt as all hell breaks loose." --Lisa Barr, New York Times bestselling author of The Goddess of WarsawSet in the art world of 1970s London, The English Masterpiece is a fast-paced read to the end, full of glamour and secrets, tensions and lies, as one young woman races against the clock to uncover the truth about a Picasso masterpiece. Perfect for fans of Kate Quinn and Ariel Lawhon.As the recently promoted assistant to the Tate''s Modern Collections keeper Diana Gilden, Lily helps plan a world-class Picasso exhibit to honor the passing of the great artist--and she''s waited her whole life for this moment. The opening is beyond anyone''s expectations--the lighting, the champagne, the glittering crowd, and the international acclaim--until Lily does the unthinkable. She stops in front of a masterpiece and hears her own voice say, "It''s a forgery." The gallery falls silent.Lily''s boss, Diana, is polished perfection, schooled in art, and descends from European high society. She''s worked hard to become the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Lost Year - Katherine Marsh

*A National Book Award Finalist*From the author of Nowhere Boy - called “a resistance novel for our times” by The New York Times - comes a brilliant middle-grade survival story that traces a harrowing family secret back to the Holodomor, a terrible famine that devastated Soviet Ukraine in the 1930s.Thirteen-year-old Matthew is miserable. His journalist dad is stuck overseas indefinitely, and his mom has moved in his one-hundred-year-old great-grandmother to ride out the pandemic, adding to his stress and isolation.But when Matthew finds a tattered black-and-white photo in his great-grandmother’s belongings, he discovers a clue to a hidden chapter of her past, one that will lead to a life-shattering family secret. Set in alternating timelines that connect the present-day to the 1930s and the US to the USSR, Katherine Marsh’s latest novel sheds fresh light on the Holodomor – the horrific famine that killed millions of Ukrainians, and which the Soviet government covered up for decades.An incredibly timely, page-turning story of family, survival, and sacrifice, inspired by Marsh’s own family history, The Lost Year is perfect for fans of Ruta Sepetys'' Between Shades of Gray and Alan Gratz''s Refugee.Lexile 710 L.

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The Hodder Bible Commentary: Leviticus - Katherine Davis

About Leviticus''This is what the LORD spoke of when he said:''"Among those who approach me I will be proved holy;in the sight of all the people I will be honoured."'' LEVITICUS 10:3The book of Leviticus invites us to discover how the life-giving message of Jesus restores us to a condition of purity and to the presence of our heavenly Father.Katherine Davis models reading Leviticus as Christian Scripture through a biblical-theological lens. She shows how Leviticus displays God''s vision to restore his presence permanently among his covenant people, and casts our vision forward to life in a new heaven and a new earth with the crucified and risen Lamb.About the Hodder Bible Commentary50 volumes. 4 million words. Global representation.Engage with the latest theological thinking in this new, readable exposition of the Bible in 50 volumes. Covering all books of the Bible and including the full the Anglicised New International Version (NIV) text, the Hodder Bible Commentary series makes connecting scripture and scholarship easier than ever.Explore how the Bible intersects with 21st century life with commentary that is doctrinally sensitive and globally aware, sourced from a team of contributors representing a variety of cultural and ecclesiastical contexts from around the world.Designed to ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In the Break - Fred Moten

Investigates the connections between jazz, sexual identity, and radical black politics In his controversial essay on white jazz musician Burton Greene, Amiri Baraka asserted that jazz was exclusively an African American art form and explicitly fused the idea of a black aesthetic with radical political traditions of the African diaspora. In the Break is an extended riff on “The Burton Greene Affair,” exploring the tangled relationship between black avant-garde in music and literature in the 1950s and 1960s, the emergence of a distinct form of black cultural nationalism, and the complex engagement with and disavowal of homoeroticism that bridges the two. Fred Moten focuses in particular on the brilliant improvisatory jazz of John Coltrane, Ornette Coleman, Albert Ayler, Eric Dolphy, Charles Mingus, and others, arguing that all black performance-culture, politics, sexuality, identity, and blackness itself-is improvisation. For Moten, improvisation provides a unique epistemological standpoint from which to investigate the provocative connections between black aesthetics and Western philosophy. He engages in a strenuous critical analysis of Western philosophy (Heidegger, Kant, Husserl, Wittgenstein, and Derrida) through the prism of radical black thought and culture. As the critical, lyrical, and disruptive performance of the human, Moten’s concept of blackness also brings such figures ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Human Margin - Katherine A. Meese, Quint Studer

Respected researcher Katherine Meese has teamed up with Quint Studer, a well-known author and practitioner with more than 40 years of experience in helping healthcare organizations improve performance and become better workplaces. The result is a science-backed leadership book that integrates the latest workplace research with tactics to create high-performance environments where people can flourish. The Human Margin: Building the Foundations of Trust interprets new research on what today’s healthcare workforce really wants and finds that trust in leadership is at the heart of everything. Meese and Studer unfold the 10 building blocks most closely linked to building and sustaining trust. They explore each one, explaining the science behind the conditions leaders need to create and sharing tactics that help them get there. Topics include rewiring vital leadership skills and providing the autonomy employees crave when the solutions other industries offer (like remote work) aren’t an option. The Human Margin is a must-read for leaders at every level. It will inspire you to start building the culture today’s workforce craves and—even better—give you the practical tools to get there.

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Katherine Parr - Don Matzat

Don Matzat here provides a new perspective on the life of Katherine Parr, the sixth and final wife of the infamous Henry VIII. While most biographers suggest that Katherine chose to marry the obese, irascible monarch in order to further some reformation or obey a divine imperative, the author goes against the tide and concludes that Katherine was an opportunist who married the king in order to enjoy the comforts of being the Queen of England, proven by her sumptuous lifestyle.But everything changed for Katherine when she had a dramatic conversion experience, embracing the primary tenets of the Protestant Reformation as described in her seminal work, The Lamentation of a Sinner. Her newly found belief placed her in a precarious position, not only with her husband but with the heresy hunters who, with the king’s blessing, beheaded those who held such beliefs. Yet Katherine had the courage to discuss her faith with her dangerous husband during the final months of his life.The life of Katherine Parr was one of drama, intrigue, danger, deceit, clandestine romance, scandal, tragedy and mystery. She came to a tragic end, and for three hundred years her burial site remained unknown.Katherine ruled England while Henry went ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Pleasure Gap - Katherine Rowland

American culture is more sexually liberal than ever. But compared to men, women''s sexual pleasure has not grown: Up to 40 percent of American women experience the sexual malaise clinically known as low sexual desire. Between this low desire, muted pleasure, and experiencing sex in terms of labor rather than of lust, women by the millions are dissatisfied with their erotic lives. For too long, this deficit has been explained in terms of women''s biology, stress, and age. In The Pleasure Gap, Katherine Rowland rejects the idea that women should settle for diminished pleasure; instead, she argues women should take inequality in the bedroom as seriously as we take it in the workplace and understand its causes and effects. Drawing on extensive research and interviews with more than one hundred women and dozens of sexual health professionals, Rowland shows that the pleasure gap is neither medical malady nor psychological condition but rather a result of our culture''s troubled relationship with women''s sexual expression. This provocative exploration of modern sexuality makes a case for closing the gap for good.

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The Royal Institution - Katherine Mathieson

The Royal Institution has been at the forefront of scientific innovation, discovery and communication since its founding in 1799. Illustrious figures associated with the Royal Institution include Humphry Davy, Michael Faraday and Ernest Rutherford.In this latest addition to Scala’s Director’s Choice series, Katherine Mathieson shares some of her favourite aspects of the Royal Institution, including Faraday’s laboratory, books, pictures and objects. From its Grade 1-listed building in central London, the Royal Institution connects the public with scientists through talks, events and activities for people of all ages and backgrounds, including the famous Christmas Lectures. Founded by Michael Faraday, these lectures were an exciting new way of presenting science to young people and they continue today. This enjoyable, richly illustrated guide unlocks hidden histories of the Royal Institution and reveals how science transforms our lives.

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The Winter of the Witch - Katherine Arden

A magical and captivating coming of age novel set in medieval Russia - perfect for fans of Erin Morgenstern''s The Night Circus and Philip Pullman''s His Dark Materials.One girl can make a difference...Moscow is in flames, leaving its people searching for answers – and someone to blame. Vasilisa, a girl with extraordinary gifts, must flee for her life, pursued by those who blame their misfortune on her magic.Then a vengeful demon returns, stronger than ever. Determined to engulf the world in chaos, he finds allies among men and spirits. Mankind and magical creatures alike find their fates resting on Vasya''s shoulders. But she may not be able to save them all.''heart-stoppingly good...beautifully written, this adventure shimmers and shines with magic of all kinds. Unmissable.'' Sunday Express''If you''re a lover of fairytales you are in for an absolute treat. It''s truly magical'' The Pool''Katherine Arden’s Winternight Trilogy isn’t just good—it’s hug-to-your-chest, straight-to-the-favourites-shelf, reread-immediately good, and each book just gets better. ''Laini Taylor

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Lottie the Little Wonder - Katherine Woodfine

Lottie Dod leads the way to sporting victory in this inspiring Little Gem from bestselling author Katherine Woodfine.“Girls can’t play tennis as well as boys? What a lot of NONSENSE!” Lottie Dod is DETERMINED to show that girls can be just as good as sports as boys. She runs and jumps and leaps after the ball – playing tennis makes Lottie feel WONDERFUL. After beating her brothers, she eventually goes on to reach the finals of the most important tennis competition of them all – WIMBLEDON! Can she continue her winning streak to become the world’s first female sports SUPERSTAR? NEVER underestimate what girls can do!

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The Break-Up Pact - Emma Lordová

Two best friends who haven't spoken in ten years pretend to date after break-ups with their respective exes go viral, in this delightfully fun and deeply emotional new novel from New York Times bestselling author Emma Lord. Two viral break-ups. One fake relationship.Five sparkling, heart-pounding dates. June and Levi were best friends as teenagers - until the day they weren't. Now June is struggling to make rent on her beachside tea shop, Levi is living a New York cliché as a disillusioned hedge fund manager and failed novelist, and they've barely spoken in years.But, after they both experience public, humiliating break-ups that spread like wildfire online, a photo of them together has the internet convinced they're a couple. With so many people rooting for them, they decide to put aside their rocky past and make a pact to fuel the fire by pretending to date. After all, that will help June's shop stay open and make Levi's ex realize what a mistake she made.All they have to do is convince the world they're in love, one swoon-worthy photo opp at a time. Then they can happily go their separate ways with no regrets . . . right?

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A Question of Technology: Can You Break the Internet? - Clive Gifford

Uncover the mysteries of the Internet in this funny technology seriesWhat was the first thing ever sent on the Internet? Can winds blow WIFI away? And is the web REALLY full of spiders? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book!With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of technology. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of technology and busting some popular myths along the way!Contents:What is the Internet?/Are the World Wide Web and the Internet the same thing?/ What was the first thing sent over the Internet?/ Can the wind blow WiFi away?/ Is the Web really full of spiders?/Is there one big Internet superhighway?/Why does the Internet need walls?/ Why is TimBL an HTML Hero?/ Do I need wellies to go streaming?/ Can you break the Internet?/ What''s the Internet of Things?/ What''s the digital divide?/ Quick-fire questions/Glossary/Further reading/IndexTitles in the series:What''s so super about a supercomputer?/Can a driverless car get lost?/Will robots take over the world?/How do you go to the toilet in space?/Who invented inventing?/Can you break the internet?/Can light slice through steel?/Why do phone calls travel ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A Dancer's Dream - Katherine Woodfine

This gorgeously designed retelling of The Nutcracker will make the perfect Christmas present for ballet fans everywhere! In snow white covered St. Petersburg, young dancer Stana’s dreams have finally come true – she has been chosen to play the lead role in Tchaikovsky’s new ballet, The Nutcracker. But with all eyes looking at her, can Stana overcome her nerves and dance like she’s never danced before? From the author of the bestselling The Sinclair Mysteries, Katherine Woodfine, and Waterstone’s Book Prize winner, Lizzy Stewart, this sumptuous and magical retelling of The Nutcracker will transport you on a journey fay beyond the page. Praise for Katherine Woodfine's The Sinclair's Mysteries series: ‘A wonderful book, with a glorious heroine and a true spirit of adventure’ Katherine Rundell, award-winning author of Rooftoppers 'Dastardliness on a big scale is uncovered in this well-plotted, evocative novel' The Sunday Times 'It's a dashing plot, an atmospheric setting and an extensive and imaginative cast. Katherine Woodfine handles it all with aplomb' The GuardianPraise for Lizzy Stewart's There's a Tiger in the Garden (Winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2017, Illustrated Books Category): ‘A journey of discovery’ The Guardian ‘A stunning testament to the power of imagination’ ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Who Was Katherine Johnson? - Shelia P. Moses

Read all about how a young Black girl who loved numbers grew into a brilliant mathematician who helped land the first person on the moon in this inspiring addition to the Who Was? series.From a very young age, Katherine Johnson counted everything—the number of dirty dishes she''d washed, the steps she walked to church, and even the number of leaves on the trees. By 1928, she was so intelligent and skilled at math that she was able to skip several grades and start high school at age ten! And while Katherine had to deal with racism, segregation, and prejudice throughout her life, she did not let this hold her back from becoming a mathematician. In 1953, she started working as a "human computer" at America''s space agency, now known as NASA. Katherine calculated complex equations by hand, and these calculations helped astronauts travel safely into space. She was a part of many important missions, including the Apollo 11 mission that put the first person on the moon.Katherine Johnson broke barriers and became a trailblazer for women and people of color in the fields of math and science, and her story in this illustrated biography shows young readers that with hard ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Joan - Katherine J. Chen

A stunning feminist reimagining of the life of Joan of Arc - perfect for fans of Cecily, Ariadne and Matrix''It is as if the author has crept inside a statue and breathed a soul into it, re-creating Joan of Arc as a woman for our time'' Hilary Mantel, twice Booker Prize-winning author of The Mirror & the Light''A glorious, sweeping novel . . . Richly imagined, poignant and inspiring'' Jennifer Saint, author of Ariadne''Chen earns the comparison [to Mantel] thanks to her vivid, visceral and boldly immediate storytelling . . . a hypnotic heroine for our time'' Telegraph''Chen''s Joan roars off the page. If you liked Ariadne, then this has to be your next read'' Red Magazine''Brilliant . . . Chen [presents] Joan as a beguiling, fully human mix of wariness and confidence, and fiercely protective of those she loves'' Guardian''Chen''s brilliantly imagined novel breathes new life into this famous tale. Her Joan is a riotous tomboy, a hot-headed adolescent and a decidedly unsaintly soldier - and is all the more inspiring for it. A triumph of historical fiction'' Mail on Sunday*Times Best Historical Novels of July 2022 Pick**The Week Best Novels of 2022 Pick****Girl. Warrior. Heretic. Saint?France is mired ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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How to Break Into the White House - Ann Bracken

In this sparkling memoir, Annie Bracken takes readers straight to the heart of the action. How do the powerful live on Capitol Hill? What is Joe Biden really like and could he be a successful President? What is life like after the White House?

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