the bridgetower sonata emmanuel dongala

In this vividly imagined historical novel set in 18th and 19th Century Europe, and based on actual events, Emmanuel Dongala limns the life of George Bridgetower, the young mixed-race violin prodigy who took the classical music world by storm. Part Black from his Barbadan father and part-White from his Polish mother who served as a handmaiden in the Hungarian court, George Bridgetower first mesmerized the world at the cusp of the French Revolution, and went on to become of England''s Prince of Wales before arriving in Vienna where he became the protege of Ludwig Van Beethoven with whom he composed and performed a brilliant duet for piano and violin that the maestro dubbed the Sonata Mulattica--but later retracted the name and retitled it the "Kreutzer Sonata" in a fit of rage after a falling-out with the young George.

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"I can''t wait for readers to explore Hong Kong with Holly-Mei. I have no doubt they will love both as much as I did." —Erin Entrada Kelly, 2018 Newbery Medalist and 2021 Newbery Honoree on The Not-So-Uniform Life of Holly-MeiReturn to Hong Kong in the third book of this charming middle grade series starring Holly-Mei, a girl navigating her new city, new school, and new friendships.Holly-Mei is caught in the middle.Holly-Mei Jones has finally settled into her new friend group in Hong Kong—that is until suddenly everyone starts talking about dating. Which Holly-Mei is not ready for.At least she has her school’s Experience Week to look forward to. Holly-Mei can’t wait to show off Taiwan, where her beloved Ah-Ma is from, to her friends. The trip is going to be perfect…right?Maybe not. On top of the pressure to date, Holly-Mei starts to wonder if maybe being half-Taiwanese isn’t enough. In the face of these big questions, will Holly-Mei be able to finally feel like she belongs?Praise for The Not-So-Uniform Life of Holly-Mei“Unique and universal all at once.” —Kate Messner, author of Breakout and Chirp“A charming, truthful, and heartfelt middle grade debut.” —Katie Zhao, author of The Dragon Warrior series and Last Gamer Standing“From the very first line, I felt as if Holly-Mei was taking me by the hand and pulling me into her story.” Lauren Child, author and illustrator of the Charlie and Lola and Clarice Bean seriesRead all the books in the Holly-Mei series!The Not-So-Uniform Life of Holly-MeiThe Not-So-Perfect PlanThe Not-So-Simple Question

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Get ready to peek behind the scenes in this hilarious and not-so-secret diary from legendary Lioness Ella Toone.The Lionesses are heading into a big football tournament – and when I say big, I mean BIG. I’m so excited, but I’m nervous too. So my manager suggested I write all my feelings down in a diary.Now, I know a diary is meant to be top-secret, but I want to share this with YOU!So I’m going to write down EXACTLY what happens behind the scenes - the highs, the lows and the funny bits in-between - from the training sessions, to the funny pranks us Lionesses play on each other, to the pre-match meals and the post-match celebrations. And I’ll squeeze in a load of flashbacks too ... I have far too many amazing memories to keep to myself!

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A hilarious and heartbreaking road trip adventure about friendship, grief and the stories we tell ourselves to survive. Hedley has always played it safe, especially since the night that changed his life for ever. But when his friend Aiden steals an alpaca, Hedley is dragged on a runaway road trip that he did NOT sign up for:An accidental robbery. A night in a haunted wood. And becoming internet famous #AlpacaBandit. As the chaos builds, Hedley finds he isn't just running from the police, he's also running from the truth. And as his world comes crashing down, will Hedley play it safe, or take his biggest risk yet?#WoollyHeist #FurryFelon #AlpacalypseThis book will make you laugh and cry - perfect for fans of Ross Welford, Jenny Pearson, Adam Baron and Frank Cottrell Boyce. "Fast-paced, brilliantly funny and full of heart - a story about loss, friendship and finding the courage to take risks again. This is one of those rare, special books that makes you laugh out loud and think deeply all at once. I loved it." Jenny Pearson"The Not-So Great Escape is everything I love about middle-grade, plus alpaca mischief! Funny and genuinely moving, this is a standout debut." Carlie Sorosiak"The Not-So Great Escape is a story where a mountain of disastrous decisions result in a ridiculous journey filled with tears, loss, laughter and alpacas! Loved it!" Em Lynas

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I''m the Villainess, So I''m Taming the Final Boss is a female-led light novel that is filled with comedy, romance and fan-favorite isekai (another world) tropes.

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Aileen dÂ’Autriche successfully avoided her bad ending, so now, all that awaits is a good ending with the Demon King Claude...right? Between trying to win the approval of in-laws and dealing with subordinatesÂ’ shenanigans, will Aileen and Claude finally reach their happily ever after?

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A captivating debut following a cross-country road trip that will make you believe in the goodness of people, Off the Books sheds light on the power in humanity during the most troubled of times.Recent Dartmouth dropout Mei, in search of a new direction in life, drives a limo to make ends meet. Her grandfather convinces her to allow her customers to pay under the table, and before she knows it, she is working as a routine chauffeur for sex workers. Mei does her best to mind her own business, but her knack for discretion soon leads her on a life changing trip from San Francisco to Syracuse with a new client.Handsome and reserved, Henry piques MeiÂ’s interest. Toting an enormous black suitcase with him everywhere he goes, heÂ’s more concerned with taking frequent breaks than making good time on the road. When Mei discovers Henry''s secret, she does away with her usual close-lipped demeanor and decides she has no choice but to confront him. What Henry reveals rocks her to her core and shifts this once casual, transactional road trip to one of moral stakes and dangerous consequences.An original take on the great American road trip, Off the Books is a beautifully crafted coming of age story that showcases the resilience of the human spirit and the power of doing the right thing. The spirit of FrazierÂ’s characters will stay with readers long after they have arrived at their destination.

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A captivating debut following a cross-country road trip that will make you believe in the goodness of people, Off the Books sheds light on the power in humanity during the most troubled of times.Recent Dartmouth dropout Mei, in search of a new direction in life, drives a limo to make ends meet. Her grandfather convinces her to allow her customers to pay under the table, and before she knows it, she is working as a routine chauffeur for sex workers. Mei does her best to mind her own business, but her knack for discretion soon leads her on a life-changing trip from San Francisco to Syracuse with a new client.Handsome and reserved, Henry piques Mei’s interest. Toting an enormous black suitcase with him everywhere he goes, he’s more concerned with taking frequent breaks than making good time on the road. When Mei discovers Henry''s secret, she has no choice but to confront him. What Henry reveals rocks her to her core and shifts this once casual, transactional road trip to one of moral stakes and dangerous consequences. An original take on the great American road trip, Off the Books is a beautifully crafted coming-of-age story that showcases the resilience of the human spirit and the power of doing the right thing. The spirit of Frazier’s characters will stay with readers long after they have arrived at their destination.

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Collecting the web comic sensation for the first time in print!Fans of Lenore and irreverent humor will love the exploits of an all-too-relatable dead guy.

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The Terrible Trio is a fun illustrated series, best described asThe Bad Guys meets Madagascar!

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The quintessential style, cooking, and home interior book from Soho House, the world''s leading members'' club.Since the first Soho House opened its doors over 25 years ago, we''ve learnt a bit about what works. Contemporary, global yet with something quintessentially English and homely at its heart, this is Soho House style explained by its experts:- From planning a room to vintage finds: bringing the Soho House look home.- Our House curator''s advice on how to buy, collect and hang art.- The art of a great night''s sleep: how to design the perfect bedroom.- No-fuss recipes and chef''s tips: here''s how to make your favourite House dishes.- Inside Babington: our take on country-house living. Wellies optional.- Flip-flop glamour and poolside style from Soho House Miami Beach.- All the secrets of cocktail hour: House tonics and barman''s tips.- Spa treatment at home, DIY facials and chocolate brownies.Eat Drink Nap, a 300-page highly illustrated book, with a foreword from founder Nick Jones, and photography from leading food and interiors photographers Mark Seelen and Jean Cazals, shares the Soho House blueprint for stylish, modern living, the Soho House way.___________________________________________Readers love EAT, DRINK, NAP:''A fun and stylish guide to a better life''''A perfect coffee table book!''''I love it and people comment and do flick though it when they are at my home''''Simple but elegant. . . and chocked full of beautiful pictures and wonderful information for making your house a home.''

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Help! Dragon Dave has been stuck in this book FOREVER. He really wants to get out. The story always has a very sticky ending. . . But when Prince George shows Dave that words can be re-written, willDave be brave enough to change his story?

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Help! Dragon Dave has been stuck in this book FOREVER. He really wants to get out. The story always has a very sticky ending. . . But when Prince George shows Dave that words can be re-written, willDave be brave enough to change his story?

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Chris Santella and award-winning writer DC Helmuth’s Fifty Places to Travel Solo provides a roadmap to the best, and safest places, for those who choose to adventure on their own. If there’s one striking travel trend in recent years, it’s a massive rise in solo travel. Fifty Places to Travel Solo will feature idyllic venues from around the world, interviews with solo travel experts, including lifestyle bloggers and representatives from companies that cater to solo travelers, and a mix of urban and outdoor adventures well-suited for individuals.Influencers from a range of races, genders, physical handicaps, lifestyles, and ages offer their candid advice to the budding solo travelers of the world, about which place didn't just make them feel welcome, but left the greatest impact on their lives. With both young and mature travelers alike beginning their solo travel journeys, this guide will feature two different travel options for each destination, “On a budget” and “Luxe,” so no matter who you are, or where, you will find the perfect accommodations to satisfy your wanderlust! These locations offer the perfect mix of whatever solo trip you are yearning for, whether it be the serenity found in the crystal-clear waters of the Greek Isles, the adventure of hiking the unbelievable waterfalls and glaciers of Iceland, or the exciting culture found walking the streets of Portugal.

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From the No 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of the Crossfire saga comes the beginning of a twisty tale of obsession and fury, as a trinity of women protect what they covet at any cost.THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ''Dangerous and sultry . . . domestic suspense at its sexiest'' SAMANTHA DOWNING ''A gripping pageturner'' GLAMOUR UK''Absolutely cannot wait for the next one in the series. So many twists and turns . . . I was constantly delighted by each chapter'' 5* READER REVIEW''Powerful . . . I''m obsessed! Why can''t the rest of the series be available immediately?'' 5* READER REVIEWYou can''t believe all of them . . . But can you trust any of them?___________Widower Kane Black has never got over the death of his wife, Lily. Until he sees a woman with her inimitable beauty on Manhattan''s streets, and whisks her up to his towering penthouse.But not everyone is ready to accept Lily''s return. Aliyah, Kane''s mother, thinks that "Lily" exerts dangerous control, and there is only room in this family for one queen.While Kane''s sister-in-law, Amy, has been hurt in the past, and now is out for revenge.Three women, linked by buried secrets, circle the man who so willingly accepts the return of his dead wife.But Kane is happier than he has ever been, and will do anything to keep it that way. ___________A lushly gothic novel of domestic suspense, So Close is an emotionally intense and addictive story of love, greed and ambition from multimillion-copy international bestseller Sylvia Day.''You will GOBBLE IT up . . . Take the plunge into the rip current because it is about consume you and leave you gasping till October 2023 for the next instalment'' 5***** READER REVIEW ''This instantly had me intrigued. You can''t stop reading. That ending!! My goodness, I''m so ready for the next book'' 5***** READER REVIEW*So Close: The Sunday Times bestseller April 2023*

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LP vinyl - So Far So Good je čtvrté studiové album amerického DJ a producentského dua The Chainsmokers. So Far So Good je čtvrté studiové album amerického DJ a producentského dua The Chainsmokers. Chainsmokers je americké elektronické DJ a produkční duo, které tvoří Alexander „Alex” Pall a Andrew „Drew” Taggart. Začali vydáváním remixů písní nezávislých umělců. Barva LP : Bílá Rok vydání 2022 (4.album) Seznam stop LP Riptide / High / iPad / Maradona / Solo Mission / Something Different / I Love U / If You #039;re Serious / Channel 1 / Testing / In Too Deep / I Hope You Change Your Mind / Cyanide

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Hudební CD - So Far So Good je čtvrté studiové album amerického DJ a producentského dua The Chainsmokers. So Far So Good je čtvrté studiové album amerického DJ a producentského dua The Chainsmokers. Chainsmokers je americké elektronické DJ a produkční duo, které tvoří Alexander „Alex” Pall a Andrew „Drew” Taggart. Začali vydáváním remixů písní nezávislých umělců. Rok vydání 2022 (4.album) Seznam stop CD Riptide / High / iPad / Maradona / Solo Mission / Something Different / I Love U / If You #039;re Serious / Channel 1 / Testing / In Too Deep / I Hope You Change Your Mind / Cyanide

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The big bad wolf knows he rules the forest—but he likes to hear the others tell him so. He marches through the woods, asking: “Tell me, who is the strongest?” Everyone, from Little Red Riding Hood to the Three Little Pigs to the Seven Dwarfs, agrees he is the strongest, the toughest, the terror of the woods. So when “a little toad of some sort” stands up to him, the wolf is furious—then quickly learns his lesson.I Am So Strong is a great read-aloud for families and classrooms, and a delightful story for anyone who’s known an overconfident wolf.“The wolf’s comeuppance is deeply satisfying; the only disappointment is that the book is over so soon. Better read it again.” Publishers Weekly

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“Pull your green ring! Pull your green ring!” That came through loud and clear over the radio despite all the other talking between the various jets and the controllers. It was my Division Leader, one of our Squadron’s most senior pilots, on a night flight during my first period flying off the aircraft carrier. I had unknowingly fallen victim to hypoxia and was minutes, if not seconds, away from dying as I very much intended to softly land in a nearby swamp so I could get some much-needed rest. Moments later, having pulled the green ring resulting in pure oxygen being delivered instantly, I looked outside and said “Holy sh*t. I’m flying. And it’s nighttime.” From the cockpit of an F/A-18 Hornet, Cdr. Frank Weisser, USN, conveys the lessons he learned flying as the Lead Solo for the Blue Angels, on multiple combat deployments, and as stunt pilot for the blockbuster film Top Gun: Maverick. So, how do you deal with adversity in your daily life? How do organizations and teams deal with it? How do you develop trust? What happens the moment something goes wrong? Each chapter of Lead Solo opens with a flight sequence and describes a lesson, skill, or value that Weisser learned in the sky that subsequently carried him through a life of service with the Navy: finding focus, developing trust, opening communication, overcoming adversity, facing failure, and recognizing courage within oneself. With a focus on the instructors, flight team members, and colleagues who taught and guided him, this short, accessible book contains universal wisdom on how to live thoughtfully, live with courage, and live well.

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Hudební CD - První sólové album Gregory Finna aka Jiřího Buriana. So low je experimentální album protkané prvky elektra, hip hopu a downtempa. První sólové album Gregory Finna aka Jiřího Buriana. So low je experimentální album protkané prvky elektra, hip hopu a downtempa. Seznam stop Introducing / Devil #039;s Dance / Feed The Fire / So Low / We Are Connected / Prisoners / The Others / Behind The Big Wheel / Words / Camel Guide / Parachute / Come Back / No Army

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So Devin Wore a Skirt is an empowering picture book for young children about the importance of family acceptance and the joy of being true to yourself. Devin’s family are all dressed up for Nanabapa’s Big Birthday, and everyone looks fabulous! But Devin doesn’t have anything special to wear. Then, he spots one of his sister’s skirts lying on her bed – it’s the deepest blue, and it shimmers in the light. So, Devin puts the skirt on. . . . . . and it feels amazing! But what will everyone say? Devin hides the skirt under a disguise to finally enjoy the party and dance the night away. But all this dancing makes Devin VERYhot! So, he takes off his disguise and reveals the skirt. All eyes are on him –but in steps Nanabapa. He takes Devin’s hand, twirls him round in his beautiful skirt . . . and the party continues in full swing! InSo Devin Wore a Skirt, debut author Shireen Lalji and New York Timesbestselling artist Lucy Fleming have created a glowing story about being true to yourself – encouraging readers, young and old, to express their identity in the way that feels right.

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Author Nichole Mara and illustrator Alexander Vidal’s board book So Many Feet introduces young children to the great diversity in the natural world, using feet as an accessible point of entry. High feet, slow feet, fast feet, snow feet! The playful, rhyming main text offers some information, but is mostly fun to read aloud. The secondary text offers more facts about each animal and what makes its feet so unique. The book ends by asking children whether their feet can do all the things animals’ feet can do.“Aimed at tots who are just beginning to ask the ‘why’s and ‘how’s of the world, So Many Feet helps readers understand that nature has a reason for everything.” —Shelf Awareness“Vidal’s boldly graphic art . . . is eye-catching. The larger-than-normal trim size . . . illustrate each creature’s fancy footwork and hint at its habitat.” —Kirkus Reviews

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'Read this and learn – this is what a force for good looks like' - Jess Phillips MP 'Her work has directly contributed to a groundswell of pent-up frustration and exhaustion from women and girls who have simply had enough. And people are listening’ -The Independent ‘Soma’s efforts feel more pressing than ever’ - Vogue‘An impressive series of essays around inequality’ - Bernardine Evaristo‘The next generation is in safe hands with women like Sara coming to the fore’ - Sunday Times -------------------------We are all a part of a culture that is broken – and nobody benefits from it. It’s in the news we read, the films we watch, the music we listen to, the people we surround ourselves with, the institutions we navigate, the laws we follow, and the streets we walk. We are part of a system that was founded on inequality and drastic power imbalance. Of course, many things are better than they were. But the age of social media has dramatically exposed truths previously hidden. In this collection of essays, covering subjects from porn to the patriarchy, Soma Sara draws a line between the different facets of our society that enable inequality to flourish. The scale of the problem is vast, and deeply entrenched in all of us. Here, Soma Sara argues that we can flip the script and start solving the problem – and create a better society for everyone.Everyone’s Invited is an essential and enlightening force to push us forward to a more equal world.

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The sixth chapter book in the Prince Not-So Charming series features Prince Carlos going on a quest-and disaster is never far away.Prince Carlos Charles Charming tells a lot more jokes than your standard prince is probably supposed to. But he's been working hard to live up to his princely expectations.That's good, because the ultimate prince, Gilbert the Gallant, has gone missing! Carlos, his friend Pinky, and his pet dragon Smudge are assigned to go find Gilbert and complete his quest. But how can Carlos do what the oh-so-perfect Gilbert couldn't? Especially when Smudge sets their boat on fire before they've gone very far? And every princely voyage involves a sea monster!Perfect for middle grade readers and filled with adorable illustrations, Prince Not-So Charming: Wild Wild Quest shows how even princes struggle sometimes-but the only way to get through it is one step at a time.An Imprint Book

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‘Impressive’ - Bernardine Evaristo 'Read this and learn – this is what a force for good looks like' - Jess Phillips MP'One of the best books I read this year [...] It’s truly essential reading for those who want to push forward for a more equal world' - Stylist‘The next generation is in safe hands with women like Sara coming to the fore’ - Sunday Times‘Soma’s efforts feel more pressing than ever’ - Vogue'Her work has directly contributed to a groundswell of pent-up frustration and exhaustion from women and girls who have simply had enough. And people are listening’ - Independent -------------------------We are all a part of a culture that is broken – and nobody benefits from it. It’s in the news we read, the films we watch, the music we listen to, the people we surround ourselves with, the institutions we navigate, the laws we follow, and the streets we walk. We are part of a system that was founded on inequality and drastic power imbalance. Of course, many things are better than they were. But the age of social media has dramatically exposed truths previously hidden. In this collection of essays, covering subjects from porn to the patriarchy, Soma Sara draws a line between the different facets of our society that enable inequality to flourish. The scale of the problem is vast, and deeply entrenched in all of us. Here, Soma Sara argues that we can flip the script and start solving the problem – and create a better society for everyone.Everyone’s Invited is an essential and enlightening force to push us forward to a more equal world.

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A special 25th anniversary edition of a modern classic, this is a tender, exuberant celebration of modern family life.Mum and baby are home alone when – DING DONG! – Auntie and then Uncle and Nannie and Gran-Gran and the cousins come to visit. And they all want to hug and kiss and squeeze and eat the baby right up ... because everybody loves the baby SO MUCH! A special 25th anniversary edition of a multiple award-winning story, So Much is a celebration of family life. Helen Oxenbury''s characteristically warm, funny illustrations, paired with Trish Cooke''s rhythmic, cumulative story capture the joy of being a baby in a large extended family – a baby who knows that he is absolutely, utterly adored. With a foreword and gorgeous golden foil on the cover and spine, this edition is one to share and treasure.

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From the bestselling author of The Tao of Pooh, a uniquely authentic translation of the enduring Tao Te Ching based on the meanings of the ancient Chinese characters in use when the Taoist classic was written From Benjamin Hoff, the author of The Tao of Pooh and The Te of Piglet, which have sold millions of copies, comes a new translation of the Tao Te Ching. The original author (or authors, as Hoff makes the provocative claim that there may have been more than one) streamlined the folk religion of China down to its foundation and rebuilt it as a man-in-nature philosophy, incorporating his advanced spiritual, philosophical, social, and political ideas. Ever since its creation, the Tao Te Ching has stood alone among the world's writings. There was nothing like it before it appeared, and there is still nothing like it now. Unlike a good deal of Chinese writing, old and new, the Tao Te Ching makes no reference to specific individuals or events, whether of the then-past or then-present. It is not historical, nor classical; its world is the world of now. Laboring over the ancient text for seven years, Hoff tackled this project by following the same principles he learned while employed by a master restorer of valuable but damaged antique objects: Thoroughly research the history of the object; remove all misguided, historically incorrect alterations and repairs; patch and fill where necessary; match the new work to the old so seamlessly that no one will detect a difference in treatment; honor the materials and its design; and honor the tradition that has formed around the object over the years. This unique interpretation of the Tao Te Ching shows what is possible when a translator truly partners themselves with someone of another time, another place, and another language.

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The change is coming...Nessa: The SeekerJo: The ProtectorHarriett: The PunisherWith newfound powers the time has come to take matters into their own hands...After Nessa is widowed and her daughters leave for college, she's left alone in her house near the ocean. In the quiet hours, she hears voices belonging to the dead - who will only speak to her.On the cusp of fifty Harriett's marriage and career imploded, and she hasn't left her house in months. But her life is far from over - in fact, she's undergone a stunning metamorphosis.Jo spent thirty years at war with her body. The rage that arrived with menopause felt like the last straw - until she discovers she's able to channel it.Guided by voices only Nessa can hear, the trio discover the abandoned body of a teenage girl. The police have written off the victim. But the women have not. Their own investigations lead them to more bodies and a world of wealth where the rules don't apply - and the realisation that laws are designed to protect villains, not the vulnerable.So it's up to these three women to avenge the innocent, and punish the guilty...The time has come to embrace The Change.

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''A candid, rollicking read…roars with honesty, chaos, self-awareness, literary ambition and drunken benders.'' – The Times A unique and audacious memoir, by turns affecting, funny. uncanny and unforgettable. This is a memoir like no other. It claws at me with its long, thin nails. I wince as I hear my parents inside the house fighting, but with the whinnying of the horses so loud, I can''t be sure it''s them or the dogs or the wolves, whose cages I''ll have to clean soon. Even with the sound of the leaves in the trees, the cold grass on my back, there''s the strange feeling that all the oxygen in the world is drifting in a direction away from me. Rain is coming though. It isn''t here yet, but I can feel it''s coming. Weaving a latticework of different strands, moving back and forth through time, Josh Brolin captures a life marked by curiosity, pain, devotion, kindness, humor. He recounts an unconventional childhood spent on a ranch in Paso Robles, California, far from the glamour of Hollywood.As a child he was surrounded by the wolves, cougars and other wild animals gathered by his fearless and explosive mother, Jane Agee Brolin. Her tragic early death haunts this book, and the force of her unforgettable personality is felt throughout.He also brings to life his career in the film industry – from his breakout role in The Goonies to the curious set of No Country for Old Men – documenting his professional and personal ups and downs with unflinching honesty. He shares insights into relationships, addiction, love and fatherhood, while letting the white space in between words speak for itself.From Under the Truck is an audacious and riveting memoir from a born writer that will stay with you forever.

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Death is only the beginning…⚰️''Breathtaking … A new talent [in] the field of gothic historical literature''NEW YORK JOURNAL OF BOOKS''Devilishly macabre … As dark as a midnight graveyard'' PATRICE McDONOUGH''Hauntingly gothic, intimately told, and wickedly, wonderfully grotesque'' MARIELLE THOMPSON*#1 BOOK OF THE MONTH – AMAZON EDITOR’S PICK**A USA TODAY BESTSELLER*⚰️In this gothic, twisty debut historical novel, a young medical student is lured into the underworld of body snatching in 19th-century Edinburgh … and unexpectedly falls in love. 1828. James Willoughby arrives in Edinburgh with empty pockets a dream of studying surgery. Desperate to scrape together fees for the city’s leading anatomy school, he strikes a deal with Nye MacKinnon, a dashing young dissectionist who shows James a way into this elite academic realm … via the cemetery.James descends with Nye into the underground ranks of the Resurrectionists – men infamous for stealing fresh corpses and selling them to professors as anatomical specimens. Before he knows it, they are caught up in a life-or-death scheme as rival gangs of snatchers compete in a morbid race for power and prestige. And as James and Nye lock eyes across graves and dissection tables, they soon realise that they yearn to be more than partners in academic crime …The Resurrectionist is a thrilling tale of queer love, murder, and the grisly origins of modern medicine.⚰️A “BEST NEW HORROR NOVEL OF THE MONTH” – ESCAPIST MAGAZINE AND BOOKBUB.COMA “MOST-ANTICIPATED NEW QUEER BOOK OF THE MONTH” – BOOKRIOT⚰️Real readers love The Resurrectionist!''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ THE BEST BOOK I''VE READ THIS YEAR. It had everything: from the atmospheric historical setting and exhilarating plot, to the wonderful, charming characters. I WILL TREASURE IT FOR YEARS TO COME''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ OH MY GOD! I am in love. IF YOU LIKE CLASSIC GOTHICS LIKE FRANKENSTEIN AND DRACULA, YOU SHOULD READ THIS''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I could not put this book down, and IT WILL DEFINITELY BE A BOOK I REREAD MANY TIMES''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The pacing, humour, and twists and turns will keep you HUNGRILY READING INTO THE NIGHT. Unhinged, unsettling and UTTERLY UNMISSABLE''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I can’t even emphasize it enough HOW IMMERSIVE it all was. IT’S MY NEW FAVOURITE BOOK, and I actually feel like I’m going crazy because I NEED A HARD COPY TO HIGHLIGHT AND ANNOTATE''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ MY FAVOURITE READ OF THE YEAR. Wow wow wow. The entire book felt like reading poetry… James and Nye are both so CHARMING, DETAILED AND WONDERFUL CHARACTERS''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I think The Resurrectionist is ONE OF MY ALL-TIME FAVOURITE BOOKS. Aneurin is my absolute love. I loved the story so dearly''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A RIVETING TALE OF DARK ACADEMIA AND TRUE CRIME… Also, the romance HAD ME SWOONING''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ NOTHING SHORT OF PHENOMENAL … My favourite book of the year. RUN, DON’T WALK, TO YOUR NEAREST BOOKSTORE''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I FINISHED THIS BOOK WANTING TO READ IT AGAIN, and to buy a physical copy to underline ALL THE AMAZING QUOTES I marked''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ BEAUTIFULLY DARK WRITING and lovely characters… Managed to RIP MY HEART OPEN ON EVERY PAGE AND HEAL IT ON THE NEXT''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️This book is filled with CREEPY VIBES, AMAZING HUMOUR, IMPECCABLE WRITING and a story that will have you absolutely hooked… ONE OF MY ABSOLUTE FAVOURITE BOOKS''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I. Could. Not. Put. This. Book. Down. This novel is shocking, gruesome, and disturbing; but at the same time, it is HEARTWARMING AND UPLIFTING! I will be recommending this to everyone, and A. Rae Dunlap is OFFICIALLY ONE OF MY AUTO-BUY AUTHORS''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ SUCH A FUN CONCEPT''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ THIS BOOK CAME ALIVE for me and filled the days I read it with SUCH WONDER. IT’S JUST LIKE TIME TRAVEL''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ IF A SEQUEL CAME OUT, I’D BUY IT IN A FLASH''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ WILL APPEAL TO A WIDE VARIETY OF READERS. It is a dark, macabre story that is PERFECT FOR FALL OR WINTER READING''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I GOT SO ATTACHED TO THE CHARACTERS''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ THE SETTING IS SUPER INTERESTING and the plot KEPT ME IN ITS GRIP''''⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I LOVED EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS! I DON’T THINK I’VE READ ANYTHING QUITE LIKE THIS''⚰️Further praise…''Vivid, twisty, rollicking, sometimes macabre, always entertaining'' BOOKTRIB''This twisty tale of body snatching offers wickedly spooky fun!'' BOOKBUB.COM''Drawing comparisons to Caleb Carr’s The Alienist''LIBRARY JOURNAL

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The heroes of the High Republic era return to face a shattered peace and a fearsome foe, following the dramatic events of Light of the Jedi. In the wake of the Great Hyperspace Disaster and the heroism of the Jedi, the Republic continues to grow, bringing more worlds together under a single unified banner. Under the leadership of Chancellor Lina Soh, the spirit of unity extends throughout the galaxy, with the Jedi and the newly established Starlight Beacon station at the vanguard. In celebration, the chancellor plans The Republic Fair, a showcase of the possibilities and the peace of the expanding Republic-a peace the Jedi hope to foster. Stellan Gios, Bell Zettifar, Elzar Mann, and others join the event as ambassadors of harmony. But as the eyes of the galaxy turn toward the Fair, so too does the fury of the Nihil. Their leader, Marchion Ro, is intent on destroying this unity. His storm descends on the pageantry and celebration, sowing chaos and exacting revenge. As the Jedi struggle to curb the carnage of the rampaging Nihil, they come face-to-face with the true fear their enemy plans to unleash across the galaxy-the kind of fear from which even the Force cannot shield them. show less

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Pre-order Ray Nayler''s brand-new speculative thriller Where the Axe is Buried, coming soon! ''I loved this novel''s brain and heart''DAVID MITCHELL, AUTHOR OF CLOUD ATLAS''A first-rate speculative thriller, by turns fascinating, brutal, powerful, and redemptive''JEFF VANDERMEER, AUTHOR OF ANNIHILATIONThere are creatures in the water of Con Dao. To the locals, they''re monsters. To the corporate owners of the island, an opportunity. To the team of three sent to study them, a revelation. Their minds are unlike ours. Their bodies are malleable, transformable, shifting. They can communicate. And they want us to leave. When pioneering marine biologist Dr. Ha Nguyen is offered the chance to travel to the remote Con Dao Archipelago to investigate a highly intelligent, dangerous octopus species, she doesn''t pause long enough to look at the fine print. DIANIMA - a transnational tech corporation best known for its groundbreaking work in artificial intelligence - has purchased the islands, evacuated their population and sealed the archipelago off from the world so that Nguyen can focus on her research.But the stakes are high: the octopuses hold the key to unprecedented breakthroughs in extrahuman intelligence and there are vast fortunes to be made by whoever can take advantage of their advancements. And no one has yet asked the octopuses what they think. And what they might do about it.Locus Award 2023 - Winner of First Novel awardNebula Award 2023 Finalist.Ray Bradbury Prize 2023 Finalist.Shortlisted for the 2024 Arthur C. Clarke Award

Objev podobné jako The Mountain in the Sea - Ray Nayler

''A bookworm''s treat.'' Sunday Times ''Unforgettable.'' Wall Street Journal ''An entertaining cat-and-mouse thriller. ''Daily Telegraph''''Smart, funny and deliciously dark.'' Guardian''Delicious'' New York Times ** One of the New York Times 100 Notable Books of 2024 **** A New Yorker Book of the Year ****Winner of the 2025 CrimeFest eDunnit Award**The wildly twisty and devilishly clever new thriller from the author of the New York Times bestseller The Plot.Not many first-time novelists get a profile in the New York Times. Then again, few first-time novelists come with the backstory of Anna Williams-Bonner: recent bride of a wildly successful writer who took his own life even as his fame seemed on the ascent. Anna’s book is climbing the bestseller lists. But when someone leaves a cryptic note for her at a book signing, she realises that not all the attention is positive. For years, Anna’s been keeping secrets about her past: what if someone knows the truth? She will do anything to keep what she values most: the right to her own story.If you liked The Plot . . .''Insanely readable.'' Stephen King''Breathtakingly suspenseful.'' Megan Abbott''Smart, surprising and stealthily unsettling.'' The Times''So clever, so taut, so dazzling.'' Lisa JewellYou''ll love The Sequel. Readers are loving The Sequel:''The most delicious binge ever.'' ''This is the kind of book Patricia Highsmith would have written.''''Dark, brilliant . . . [with] several twists which I never saw coming.''''Intriguing . . . I guarantee you’ll have a book hangover after this one!''''Kept me guessing the entire time, I would definitely recommend it.''

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Practical Magic meets Gilmore Girls – a gorgeous cozy read and a Waterstones Best Romantasy Book of the year*************************************************''Magical and grounding at the same time, otherworldly and natural. I absolutely treasured it from beginning to end.'' Cecelia Ahern, Sunday Times Number One bestseller**************************************************There is an old tale that weaves through the mountain town of Woodsmoke.It whispers of a stranger who appears as the snow falls, only to disappear in spring.Leaving behind a broken heart…Carrie Morgan expects trouble when she returns to Woodsmoke after ten years.What she does not predict is the beautiful stranger who walks into her life with the first frost and with whom Carrie begins to fall in love.Bound to her family’s book of spells and a deep magic that flows from the mountains, Carrie’s family warn that her new love is a curse who will disappear when the frost thaws.If Carrie is to embrace the power a Morgan woman carries, she must trade something in return.But is lifting a curse worth any price?**********************************************PRAISE FOR THIS MAGICAL, COSY BOOK''Modern magic meets perfect prose. It is an absolute masterpiece'' Frost magazine‘It was beautiful, it was evocative, it was fascinating.’ Reader review,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Spellbinding and starry, the Woodsmoke Women cast a spell on me.’ M.A. Kuzniar, author of Midnight in Everwood''Loved this! The folklore captures the imagination.'' Reader review,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Completely captures the imagination'' Muddy Stilettos''The characters are so raw and relatable and the mystery so intriguing that I hated slipping out of this magical world and back to reality.'' Kate Robb, author of This Spells Love‘Spooky and melancholy to start with, and then full of tension as you find out more about why Carrie originally left Woodsmoke… I''d definitely recommend.’ Reader review,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''An atmospheric and cosy read, sparkling with enchantment.’ Natasha J. Hastings, author of How to Charm a Viscount''So many witch books are set in the USA and it was wonderful to read one set right here in the UK. The magic is woven throughout this book in such a subtle way and the writing is just beautiful.’ Reader review,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Objev podobné jako The Woodsmoke Women’s Book of Spells - Rachel Greenlaw

A hilarious retelling of the Three Little Pigs by Jon Scieszka.You may think you know the story of the Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf - but only one person knows the real story. And that person is A. Wolf. His tale starts with a birthday cake for his dear old granny, a bad head cold and a bad reputation. The rest (as they say) is history.A hilariously inventive retelling of the popular story which Publishers Weekly called the ''Funniest book of the year''.Jon Scieszka began to train as a doctor but left to take a course in fiction writing at Columbia University and to become a teacher. He lives in Brooklyn and spends his time writing and talking about books. Lane Smith, an acclaimed author/illustrator, has achieved major success in his collaborations with Jon Scieszka. He also provided the original concept and illustrations for the hit film James and the Giant Peach. He lives in New York.Also by Jon Scieszka:The True Story of the Three Little Pigs; The Frog Prince, COntinued; The Stinky Cheese Man and other Fairly Stupid Tales; The Book that Jack Wrote; Math Curse; Squids will be Squids; Baloney; Science Verse; Seen Art?; Cowboy and Octopus; Walt Disney''s Alice in Wonderland; Robot Zot; Knights of the Kitchen Table; The Not-so-Jolly Roger; The Good, the Bad, and the Goofy; Your Mother was a Neanderthal; 2095; Tut Tut; Summer Reading s Killing Me; It''s all Greek to Me; See You Later, Gladiator; Sam Samurai; Hey Kid, Want to Buy a Bridge?; Viking it and Liking it; Me oh Maya; Da Wild, Da Crazy, Da Vinci; Marco? Polo!

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The 13th adrenaline-packed Robert Hunter thriller and Top Ten Sunday Times bestseller.‘Gruesome but utterly riveting – and all the more so for being at least partly true’ Daily Mail'Dark, chilling and full of clever little plot kinks designed to send the reader off on a wild goose chase – and succeeding’ Crime Fiction Lover‘Prepare to be terrified’ Crime MonthlyWhen a routine autopsy on what looked like a straightforward hit-and-run leads the LA Chief Medical Examiner, Dr Carolyn Hove, to discover some puzzling inconsistencies, she calls in Detective Robert Hunter of the LAPD Ultra Violent Crimes Unit. Not only did Dr Hove discover that the death wasn’t caused by a hit-and-run, but she also found indications that the victim had been severely tortured prior to death. What no one realises is that what Dr Hove has stumbled upon is just the tip of the iceberg and it will lead Hunter and his partner, Carlos Garcia, on the trail of a twisted and clever killer who hides in plain sight. A serial killer no one even knew existed – a killer who has always operated under the radar, expertly disguising every gruesome murder as an accidental death. But with no leads as to why the victim was targeted, the investigation comes to a standstill, until another body is discovered with an alternative cause of death. What becomes clear is that this serial killer isn’t going to stop – unless Hunter and Garcia can get to him.But how do you investigate a murder when you have no victims? How do you catch a killer who leaves behind no crime scene? How do you stop a ghost who no one can prove even exists?Readers can't get enough of The Death Watcher . . . 'Nothing less than a banger, from start to finish this book had a chokehold on me that I couldn’t put this down.''Chris Carter.. wow, just wow. I don’t know how he does it, but every single time I finish one of his books I just applaud. Amazing stuff once again.' 'I am a HUGE fan of this brilliant series.' 'I just love the story, the plot, the characters. all so well thought through and no boring in between. just pure joy to read.''Chris carter never fails to thrill the readers and definitely not this one. An excellent one, don't miss this.' (five star reader reviews)

Objev podobné jako The Death Watcher - Chris Carter

Emma Makepeace is back in the third gripping instalment of the Alias Emma series.''The new queen of spy fiction'' Guardian''Emma Makepeace is a worthy heir to the James Bond mantle.'' James Patterson''A can’t-put-down thriller - you''re in for a treat.'' Cosmopolitan''A slick and fun whirlwind that grips until the end'' Crime Monthly__________How far would you go to catch a killer?This is the question UK agent Emma Makepeace must ask herself when she is sent to Edinburgh for the upcoming global G7 Summit.The Russians are in town and Emma and her team know a high-profile assassination is being planned.But who is their target?There is only one way to find out. Emma must set a trap using herself as bait.As the most powerful leaders in the world arrive and the city becomes gridlocked, Emma knows the clock is ticking.__________''Glass expertly handles the various challenges of the mission — from flirtation and role play to detective work and combat.’ The Times''A fast-paced and propulsive read'' Perspective Magazine - Thriller of the Month''A Criminally Good Read'' Crime Scene Magazine''If you’re looking for a new thriller to get your teeth to get stuck into, this is definitely for you.'' Pick Me Up - Book of the Week''Ava Glass weaves a razor-sharp tale of espionage'' Woman''s Own''Fans of Ava Glass’s hell-for-leather spy thrillers will love this fast and furious ride'' Peterborough Telegraph__________Readers can''t get enough of The Trap . . .***** ''This is a terrific thriller fuelled by pure adrenaline, but I wouldn’t expect anything less from author Ava Glass. This is a brilliant series that delivers on every level.''***** ''Good luck trying to stop somewhere in the middle of this lightening fast read!''***** ''A hugely entertaining read and the best in the series so far.''***** ''If you like spy thrillers and you haven’t read the series then you are missing a treat.''***** ''Once you start this book, there’s absolutely no stopping.''Bookseller bestseller, September 2023

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Sherlock Bones, the world’s greatest dog detective, and his trusty sidekick Dr Jane Catson are back for another crime-solving adventure.Bones and Catson are visiting New York when the local police chief asks for their help. The city is being terrorised by a masked villain who is threatening the police with chaos if they don't solve his riddles. After thwarting a fiendish plot in Manhattan, Bones and Catson are hot on the heels of the mysterious criminal on an epic coast-to-coast chase across USA. Along the way, they take in Niagrowl Falls and scale the faces of the great dog presidents on Mount Ruffmore until the adventure concludes at the walls of Aldogtraz prison in San Francisco.But there’s a greater mystery to solve while all this is going on. Who is the villain? And how can they unmask them?The fifth book in Buster’s Sherlock Bones fiction series features intricate artwork and illustrated puzzles – including search-and-finds, mazes and number riddles – that are woven into the action, so the reader feels immersed in the exciting detective plot.Also available in the series:9781780557502 Sherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels9781780557519 Sherlock Bones and the Curse of the Pharaoh's Mask9781780559216 Sherlock Bones and the Mystery of the Vanishing Magician9781780559223 Sherlock Bones and the Horror of the Haunted Castle

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From his humble beginnings in a quaint Welsh mining village to the dazzling lights of Hollywood, much-loved star, Luke Evans takes us on a poignant and inspiring journey that spans from the heart of Wales to behind the scenes of the global stage. Growing up in a small village in the Rhymney Valley, south Wales, Luke Evans’ early life was shaped by his Jehovah's Witness upbringing. While most children of his age spent their Saturday mornings watching Going Live on television, young Luke would dress in a suit and tie and join his parents to knock on doors to spread the word of his religion. From an early age, he felt different. This feeling of displacement was not limited to his faith; as he came to terms with his own sexuality, he also faced a difficult and uncertain path. In his poignant, tender and often humorous account, Luke shares his bold decision to leave home – and the religion – at seventeen to move to London, where the vibrant Soho scene captured his heart, invigorated his creative journey as an actor and opened a whole new world of opportunity. In finding himself, Luke also discovered his passions of singing, acting and performing. Starring first on the West End stages in iconic productions like Miss Saigon, Avenue Q and Rent, he quickly captivated the hearts of audiences and caught the eye of Hollywood's elite, going on to secure roles in blockbuster films such as The Hobbit, Beauty and the Beast, Fast and Furious and Dracula Untold. In this intimate memoir, Luke takes us behind the scenes of his career on the stage and screen. He writes beautifully of the relationship he now has with his family and the respect they all have for one another on their different paths. Luke's story is a powerful tale of resilience, courage, and the pursuit of finding a sense of belonging and identity, but mostly (and hopefully) a story of inspiration.

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'Hilarious, heart-warming and thrilling - this has become one of my favourite series!' - Amy McCaw, author of Mina and the UndeadBeing Public Enemy Number 1 certainly comes with some emotional baggage . . . Hunted from all sides, Steven and Freya must survive this new world together if they have any chance of setting things right and saving their friends. But is there still salvation in old foes? Or is it just them against the world? So Over This takes the teenage emomancer everywhere, from the Highlands of Scotland to a clifftop castle in a desperate attempt to thwart Zachary's machinations. Despite Steven's best efforts, one thing is certain: things will never be the same again.'David Fenne has done it again! An incredibly emotional ending to his OVEREMOTIONAL trilogy. Fans of the series will delight in this finale!' Melissa Welliver, author of My Love Life and the Apocalypse'. . . an edge-of-your-seat thrill that had me in pieces! Also, it's super queer, which I loved! David Fenne is a total star. What a cracking read! More please!' - George Lester, author of Boy Queen

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Taako, Magnus, and Merle are forced to gamble everything in The Adventure Zone: The Suffering Game, a hilarious and heart-wrenching adaptation of the explosively popular D&D podcast! As we enter the home stretch of this campaign, there’s never been a better time to join the party! And if you’re a fan of Critical Role and Dimension 20, then this here’s a bet that’ll sure to pay off.Our heroes are finally nearing the end of their quest to collect the seven Grand Relics, dangerous magical artifacts which threaten the world as they know it. The penultimate item on their adventuring to-do list is the Animus Bell, which The Director tells them is hidden at the heart of Wonderland, a carnival of torment. Once inside, the boys will have their shot at winning the Bell...but each step forward comes at a horrible cost. And the deeper they go ― the closer they get ― the higher a price they’ll pay.And if they can secure the Bell, surely then the worst will be over, right? Surely they’ll go back up to their Moonbase in the sky, and hand the Bell over to The Director, and Bureau life will return to normal while they begin their hunt for the final relic, right? They’re so close to the end, after all, and they’ve gone through so much to get this far. There can’t possibly be any further surprises in store…Praise for The Adventure Zone series:"Topping the New York Times bestseller list and building out its stories in fascinating new ways . . . it’s become a cultural phenomenon." —Entertainment Weekly"Full of charm and snark and wit. Join the party!" —Felicia Day, author of Embrace Your Inner Weird"The Adventure Zone is fun, hilarious, and also smart. Hey, guys, can I have a cameo next time?” —Adam Savage, MythBusters“My excitement about this existing cannot be dwarfed by anything. You see what I did there.” —Jean Grae, hip-hop artist, actor, and comedian“Gorgeous art—the characters come to life! I am so happy that this graphic novel is a thing that exists in the world.” —Hank Green, author of Crash Course and The Lizzie Bennet DiariesBooks in The Adventure Zone series:The Adventure Zone: Here There Be Gerblins (Book 1)The Adventure Zone: Murder on the Rockport Limited (Book 2)The Adventure Zone: Petals to the Metal (Book 3)The Adventure Zone: The Crystal Kingdom (Book 4)The Adventure Zone: The Eleventh Hour (Book 5)The Adventure Zone: The Suffering Game (Book 6)

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'Wolf Hall for the Ottoman Empire . . .History at its most gripping' Daily Telegraph on The Lion HouseA ground-breaking, present-tense reconstruction of the life and world of one of the most consequential figures in world history, Suleyman the Magnificent, from the author of The Lion HouseChosen by The Times, Guardian and Financial Times as a 'Book to Look Out For' in 2025'A wonderful book - entrancing, addictive, full of effortless erudition' Rory StewartIstanbul, 1538. The greatest of the Ottoman Sultans is at the pinnacle of world power, while his family and future are at the mercy of their own dynastic law: whichever of his five sons succeeds him must eventually kill all the others. So why not get a head start?For the next fifteen years, as Suleyman the Magnificent and his terrifying pirate captain Barbarossa face down imperial enemies across two hemispheres, the self-fulfilling curse of the Ottomans gathers its own unstoppable momentum.From the burning pyres of Paris to the rain-lashed mountains of Transylvania, from Buda to Basra, from Crimea to the coast of India, The Golden Throne is an intensely gripping yet entirely historical reconstruction of the life and world of the most feared and powerful man of the sixteenth century, revealing the price of succession and the terrible cost of success.'The pace, the language and the story-telling are simply magnificent' Victoria Hislop'Thrilling entertainment created out of meticulously researched history' Robert Peston'Mesmerizing, superb, impossible to put down' Simon Sebag Montefiore'Wonderful and highly enjoyable' Margaret MacMillan

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From a rising-star author, winner of the both the Bram Stoker® and Nebula Awards, a richly inventive, brutal and beautiful science-fantasy novella. A story of family, loss, oppression and rebellion that will stay with you long after the final page. For readers of Nghi Vo’s The Empress of Salt and Fortune, Neon Yang’s The Black Tides of Heaven and Kritika H. Rao’s The Surviving Sky.Liu Lufeng is the eldest princess of the Feng royalty and, bound by duty and tradition, the next bride to the human king. With their bark faces, arms of braided branches and hair of needle threads, the Feng people live within nature, nurtured by the land. But they exist under the constant threat of human expansion, and the negotiation of bridewealth is the only way to stop— or at least delay—the destruction of their home. Come her wedding day, Lufeng plans to kill the king and finally put an end to the marriages.Trapped in the great human palace in the run-up to the union, Lufeng begins to uncover the truth about her people’s origins and realizes they will never be safe from the humans. So she must learn to let go of duty and tradition, choose her allies carefully, and risk the unknown in order to free her family and shape her own fate.From a rising-star author, winner of the both the Bram Stoker® and Nebula Awards, a richly inventive, brutal and beautiful story of family, loss, oppression and rebellion.

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An all-new collection of London curiosities and secluded hidden gems that dig even deeper into the city’s rich past.From the alleyways of Soho to the medieval remains of Moorgate, the second book from Sunday Times bestselling author Jack Chesher takes you on a journey through London and its history, showing you its hidden corners. Explore the fascinating history of the city with the creator of the ever-popular @LivingLondonHistory. Have you ever wondered where a notorious Victorian murderer was captured? Or in which backstreet you can find the pub that hid the masterminds behind the Great Train Robbery? Or perhaps which pocket park contains the remains of a great medieval monastery? Have your questions answered and let London: The Hidden Corners reveal the capital’s unique and shadowy mysteries.Illustrated throughout and complete with a selection of maps to help you discover your new favourite locations, London: The Hidden Corners promises to bring the city to life for intrepid explorers and local Londoners alike.Whether you are new to the city or a seasoned traveller, London: The Hidden Corners is a must-have guide for anyone looking to uncover something beyond the familiar. So, in true @LivingLondonHistory style, turn the page and get ready to transform the city into the museum you never knew you had.

Objev podobné jako London: The Hidden Corners For Curious Wanderers - Jack Chesher

Don''t miss the next utterly gripping novel in the Cotton Malone series from New York Times Bestselling author Steve Berry!Former Justice Department operative, Cotton Malone, has been asked to assist the Swiss guard with determining whether Cardinal Jason Richter has engaged in bribery and theft. It''s a favor for Stephanie Nelle, once his boss at the Magellan Billet, who is doing a favor for the Vatican. But nothing is as it seems. Three hundred thousand euros are found, a Swiss Guardsman is murdered, and a killer sets his sights on both Cotton and the cardinal.Together they are thrust into a search for a forgotten document, a 16th century Pledge of Christ executed by Pope Julius II that reveals a debt owed by the Vatican, still valid after five centuries, now worth in the trillions of dollars. But when the trail to collecting that debt leads Cotton to the famed Medici of Florence-a family that history says died out, without heirs, centuries ago-he realizes that two more things also hang in the balance. Who will be the next prime minister of Italy, and who will become the next pope.From a quiet hilltop village in central Germany, to the ancient city of Siena with its famed Palio horse race, and finally to the historic piazzas, churches, and crypts of Florence, Cotton Malone uncovers the answers, one by one, everything hinging on when, and if, the Medici return.READERS LOVE STEVE BERRY:''Steve Berry is at the top of his game, blending history and fiction into a propulsive thriller. Highly recommend!'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Steve Berry has produced a masterpiece'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''I love Steve Berry''s mix of intrigue, adventure, and historical context. I zipped through this novel and I am anxiously awaiting the next one'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Impressed as always, and again sad that I finished the book so fast and can''t wait for his next book'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''I thoroughly enjoyed, as I always do, the blend of history and adventure to be found within the pages of Mr Berry''s latest and couldn''t put it down'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Objev podobné jako The Medici Return - Steve Berry

This handsome hardback edition presents the classic work on the afterlife, The Tibetan Book of the Dead, beautifully illustrated in full-colour.Said to have its origins in the ''treasure texts'' that were supposedly hidden away by Padmasambhava, the Lotus Guru, in Tibet in the 8th century, The Tibetan Book of the Dead was traditionally read aloud to the dying or recently deceased as a guide to the afterlife.It explains how to recognize the true nature of the mind so that after death it will be possible to attain enlightenment and liberation from the suffering associated with the endless cycle of death and rebirth.For many, reading The Tibetan Book of the Dead has been a revelatory experience on the path to finding a sense of spirituality and self-knowledge.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Ancient Wisdom Library series brings together classic works on ancient philosophy and spirituality, each imparting timeless wisdom which continues to resonate in the modern world. These compact hardback editions with full-colour illustrations are perfect for scholars and enthusiasts alike.

Objev podobné jako The Tibetan Book of the Dead - John Baldock

Sherlock Bones, the world’s greatest dog detective, and his trusty sidekick Dr. Jane Catson are back for another crime-solving adventure. When a wealthy dog spots a ghostly figure haunting her kennel in the Catpathian Mountains, she come to Bones and Catson for help. Bones is convinced there are no such things as ghosts ... but even he’s at a loss to explain the creepy sounds and strange goings-on that he and Catson encounter after a night in the crumbling kennel. Things get even more spooky when Bones is suddenly called back to London, leaving Catson to crack the case on her own. Can Catson unmask the ghost and escape the haunted kennel in one piece? The fourth book in Buster’s Sherlock Bones mystery fiction series features 28 puzzles – including spot-the-differences, number chains and tangled line games – that are woven into the action, so the reader feels immersed in the exciting detective plot. Told across 14 chapters, this thrilling story is perfect for middle-grade readers.Also available in the series: 9781780557502 Sherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels 9781780557519 Sherlock Bones and the Curse of the Pharaoh''s Mask 9781780559216 Sherlock Bones and the Mystery of the Vanishing Magician

Objev podobné jako Sherlock Bones and the Horror of the Haunted Castle - Tim Collins

From the creator of the The Wonderful Wizard of Oz comes a hilarious and entertaining tale taking us back to the fantastical origins of so many of our Christmas traditions, as well as the humble origins of Santa Claus himselfNot many people know that, as a baby, Santa Claus was found by a woodsman in the Forest of Burzee, and placed into the care of the lioness, Shiegra, and the wood nymph, Necile. Although he is mortal, he is reared and educated by the many immortals of the forest: the gnomes, the sleep fays, the wind demons, and the sound imps. But when Santa grows up, they encourage him to leave the forest so that he can see for himself the sad things that come with being a mortal, such as war and poverty. Once Santa has come to understand these issues, he makes it his mission to cheer up mortals and do good deeds for them. This tale unfolds the surprising reasons why Santa Claus invented toys, why he must deliver them at night, and how he came to use reindeer to take him all over the world. Adults and children alike will be captivated by this magical, feel-good story as told by the master of children’s fantasy, L. Frank Baum.

Objev podobné jako The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus - Lyman Frank Baum

Slow down and embroider your way through the changing seasons with the beautiful debut book from embroidery artist and rising star Emillie Ferris. Needlepainting, also known as thread painting or silk shading, is a form of embroidery that creates a realistic, lifelike effect using a single strand of thread and one simple stitch ; the 'long and short' stitch. You can create gorgeous colour gradients, magical details and flowing stitch directions that are perfect if you want to embroider flora and fauna.In this richly illustrated step-by-step guide, self-taught embroidery artist Emillie Ferris shows you how to pick up a needle and thread in the same way as a paintbrush to create strokes of colour and bring images to life on fabric. Inspired by nature and the changing seasons, Emillie has created five new and exclusive patterns for the book, four that reflect each season in turn and one special design that brings the natural year together into one showstopper embroidery. This book is the culmination of all of Emillie's skills and years of experience in this wonderful, meditative art form.Each design has around 60 detailed step-by-step photos, showing every stage of the process, so that even complete beginners can follow along and create beautiful embroideries. If you have been considering learning the art of needlepainting but are unsure where to start, then this book is for you!Not only are the embroideries sublime, but the book itself is a thing of beauty, with incredible attention to detail ; from the exquisite photography to the lavish hardback binding, making it a real treasure for the book lover. Plus, high quality iron-on transfers at the back of the book allow you to transfer the designs directly onto fabric to get started straight away.In this book Emillie generously shares her tried and tested tips and techniques, including advice on materials, transferring designs onto fabric, and fully illustrated explanations of the stitches and skills needed. The five in-depth projects draw on Emillie's love of nature, including motifs that she is best known for such as flowers, foliage, bees and fungi. This beautiful book will become an indispensable and treasured guide allowing you to paint with thread the Emillie Ferris way.

Objev podobné jako Paint with Thread: Through the Seasons - Ferris Emillie

Sherlock Bones, the world’s greatest dog detective, and his trusty sidekick Dr. Jane Catson are back for another crime-solving adventure. Bones and Catson are on a train bound for Paris when another passenger, a famous magician, vanishes in the middle of the night. Catson is convinced of foul play ... but none of the other passengers seem to know anything about the magician. Was he on the train at all? And how is his disappearance connected with a fiendish plot to steal the world’s most famous painting, the Mona Lemur? Bones and Catson are up against it to reach Paris and solve the mystery before it’s too late. The third book in Buster’s Sherlock Bones fiction series features puzzles – including search games, mazes and maths conundrums – that are woven into the action, so the reader feels immersed in the exciting detective plot.Also available in the series: 9781780557502 Sherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels 9781780557519 Sherlock Bones and the Curse of the Pharaoh''s MaskPublishing in 2023: 9781780559223 Sherlock Bones and the Horror of the Haunted Castle

Objev podobné jako Sherlock Bones and the Mystery of the Vanishing Magician - Tim Collins