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The Quarry Wood, although published well before Sunset Song, inhabits a similar world; the progress of its heroine could almost be the alternative story of a Chris Guthrie who did go to university. Compassionate and humorous, the grace and style of Shepherd s prose is heightened by a superb ear for the vigorous language of the north-east.The Weatherhouse, Shepherd s masterpiece, is an even more substantial achievement which belongs to the great line of Scottish fiction dealing with the complex interactions of small communities, and especially the community of women - a touching and hilarious network of mothers, daughters, spinsters and widows. It is also a striking meditation on the nature of truth, the power of human longing and the mystery of being.The third and final novel, A Pass in the Grampians, describes Jenny Kilgour s coming of age as she has to choose between the kindly harshness of her grandfather s life on a remote hill farm, and the vulgar and glorious energy of Bella Cassie, a local girl who left the community to pursue success as a singer, and has now returned to scandalise them all.The Living Mountain is a lyrical testament in praise of the Cairngorms. It is a work deeply rooted in Shepherd s knowledge of the natural world, and a poetic and philosophical meditation on our longing for high and holy places.This omnibus edition of Shepherd s prose works reveals how her sensitivity and powers of observation raise her work far above the status of regional literature and into the front rank of Scottish writing.

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The finest book ever written on nature and landscape in Britain GuardianIntroduction by Robert Macfarlane. Afterword by Jeanette WintersonIn this masterpiece of nature writing, Nan Shepherd describes her journeys into the Cairngorm mountains of Scotland. There she encounters a world that can be breathtakingly beautiful at times and shockingly harsh at others. Her intense, poetic prose explores and records the rocks, rivers, creatures and hidden aspects of this remarkable landscape. Shepherd spent a lifetime in search of the essential nature of the Cairngorms; her quest led her to write this classic meditation on the magnificence of mountains, and on our imaginative relationship with the wild world around us. Composed during the Second World War, the manuscript of The Living Mountain lay untouched for more than thirty years before it was finally published.

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The finest book ever written on nature and landscape in Britain GuardianIntroduction by Robert Macfarlane. Afterword by Jeanette WintersonIn this masterpiece of nature writing, Nan Shepherd describes her journeys into the Cairngorm mountains of Scotland. There she encounters a world that can be breathtakingly beautiful at times and shockingly harsh at others. Her intense, poetic prose explores and records the rocks, rivers, creatures and hidden aspects of this remarkable landscape. Shepherd spent a lifetime in search of the essential nature of the Cairngorms; her quest led her to write this classic meditation on the magnificence of mountains, and on our imaginative relationship with the wild world around us. Composed during the Second World War, the manuscript of The Living Mountain lay untouched for more than thirty years before it was finally published.

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When Martha accepts a place at university, her decision is met with a mixture of hostility and pride by her uncomprehending family. This is the story of a young woman s journey to maturity and independence, struggling to cope with the intellectual and emotional challenges that surround her, at a time when such space was rarely given freely to women.In The Quarry Wood, Nan Shepherd s subtle prose is matched with intense and memorable descriptions of the natural world, and a dry sense of humour. Ninety years after the first publication, it remains as fresh and original today.

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First published in 1934, In The Cairngorms is Nan Shepherd s only book of poems. It took her twenty- five years to write these forty-six poems. Each is possessed of a fierce intensity; together, they offer glimpses into what she once called the burning heart of life . Shepherd s lifelong acquaintance with the Scottish mountains was a spiritual as well as a geographical exploration: in the Cairngorms she discovered both elemental beauty and profound metaphysical mystery. Her huge gifts as a poet were to convey these discoveries in language that remains strange and thrilling.

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The women of the tiny town of Fetter-Rothnie have grown used to a life without men, and none more so than the tangle of mothers and daughters, spinsters and widows living at the Weatherhouse. Returned from war with shellshock, Garry Forbes is drawn into their circle as he struggles to build a new understanding of the world from the ruins of his grief.In The Weatherhouse Nan Shepherd paints an exquisite portrait of a community coming to terms with the brutal losses of war, and the small tragedies, yearnings and delusions that make up a life.

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How far would you go for someone you love?The Lola Quartet: Jack, Daniel, Sasha and Gavin, four talented musicians at the end of their high school careers. On the dream-like night of their last concert, Gavin s girlfriend Anna disappears. Ten years later Gavin sees a photograph of a little girl who looks uncannily like him and who shares Anna s surname, and suddenly he finds himself catapulted back to a secretive past he didn t realize he d left behind. But that photo has set off a cascade of dangerous consequences and, as one by one the members of the Lola Quartet are reunited, a terrifying story emerges: of innocent mistakes, of secrecy and of a life lived on the run. Filled with love, music and thwarted dreams, Emily St. John Mandel s The Lola Quartet is a thrilling novel about how the errors of the past can threaten the future.

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IsaDora The Eyeshadow Quartet, 3.5 g, Paletky očních stínů pro ženy, Chcete mít doma i na cestách po ruce vše pro líčení očí? Paletka očních stínů IsaDora Eye Shadow Quartet je pro vás tou pravou. V nbsp;krabičce kompaktních rozměrů najdete 4 vysoce pigmentované oční stíny, které se vzájemně ideálně barevně doplňují, ale také praktické zrcátko a oboustranný aplikátor s nbsp;pěnovým i štětinkovým koncem. Stíny mají pudrovou texturu, která je tak hladká a hedvábná, že vám při aplikaci dodá pocit, jako byste nanášeli texturu krémovou. Vlastnosti: součástí paletky jsou 4 oční stíny, které se vzájemně ideálně doplňují stíny jsou vysoce pigmentované, zajišťují intenzivní barevné krytí mají hladkou a hedvábnou texturu působící krémovým dojmem je možné si vybrat stíny s nbsp;matným či třpytivým finišem každá paletka má i zrcátko a oboustranný aplikátor hodí se pro denní i večerní líčení stíny jsou oftalmologicky testované Složení: veganský produkt bez parfemace Jak aplikovat: Stíny z paletky IsaDora Eye Shadow Quartet nanášejte přiloženým aplikátorem nebo štětečkem na oční stíny. Poprašte oční víčka vybraným odstínem a poté roztírejte tak dlouho, dokud zcela nezjemníte ostré hrany a přechody.

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An epic follow-up to the bestselling Shipyard Girls series Peterborough Telegraph A brilliant family saga The Sun_______________________________1945, Sunderland. Ida Boulter makes the heart-wrenching decision to leave her five children behind as she escapes her husband and moves to London to start afresh with the love of her life.1953, County Durham. Idaâ ™s children have since built a new life in the beautiful home of Cuthford Manor â “ looked after by their eldest sibling Angie and her husband.But their world is about to be rocked once again when their mother turns up out of the blue for the first time in eight years.She has come back bearing a secret she can no longer keep from her family.Will telling the truth cause more harm than good?Only their love for one another will carry them through the turbulent times ahead._______________________________Readers love Nancy Revell: This was so worth waiting for An unforgettable story Nancy is a fantastic storyteller A great read and a superb writer Everything I expected and more This book held me from beginning to end So looking forward to the next one Wow. What an amazing read! Just brilliant! Praise for Nancy Revell: Nancy Revell knows how to stir the passions and soothe the heart! Northern Echo Stirring and heartfelt storytelling Peterborough Evening Telegraphâ ˜A well-written story with vivid charactersâ ™ Anna Jacobsâ ˜An uplifting read with a very satisfying conclusionâ ™ Rosie Goodwin

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Possessing a style of deceptive simplicity, emotional immediacy and tremendous psychological point, among the novels, short stories and screenplays that complete his career, Fante s crowning accomplishment is the Arturo Bandini tetralogy.This quartet of novels tell of Fante s fictional alter-ego Bandini, an impoverished young Italian-American escaping his suffocating home in Colorado for Depression-era Los Angeles. In the beginning, it is the triple weights of poverty, father and Church that Bandini struggles under but though the physical escape is complete, the psychological imprint continues as he comes to terms with love, desire and the knowledge his talent may not be recognised.

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Wigs on the Green by Nancy Mitford is a hilarious satire of the upper classes. Eugenia Malmains is one of the richest girls in England and an ardent supporter of Captain Jack and the Union Jackshirts; Noel and Jasper are both in search of an heiress (so much easier than trying to work for the money); Poppy and Marjorie are nursing lovelorn hearts; and the beautiful bourgeois Mrs Lace is on the prowl for someone near Eugenia s fabulous country home at Chalford, and much farce ensues.One of Nancy Mitford s earliest novels, Wigs on the Green has been out of print for nearly seventy-five years. Nancy s sisters Unity and Diana were furious with her for making fun of Diana s husband, Oswald Moseley, and his politics, and the book caused a rift between them all that endured for years. Nancy Mitford skewers her family and their beliefs with her customary jewelled barbs, but there is froth, comedy and heart here too. Deliciously funny Evelyn Waugh

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Hudební CD - Kapralova Quartet (The Venus Quartet Prague) ve složení Rita Čepurčenko (první housle), Simona Hurníková (druhé housle), Světlana Jahodová (viola), Margit Klepáčová (cello) hrají Dvořáka a Smetanu. Kapralova Quartet (The Venus Quartet Prague) ve složení Rita Čepurčenko (první housle), Simona Hurníková (druhé housle), Světlana Jahodová (viola), Margit Klepáčová (cello) hrají Dvořáka a Smetanu. Seznam stop String Quartet in E flat major, Op.51 bdquo;Slavonic rdquo; 1. Allegro, man non troppo / 2. (Dumka) Andante con moto. Vivace / 3. (Romanza) Andante con moto / 4. (Finale) Allegro assaiString Quartet No.1 in E minor bdquo;From My Life rdquo; 1. Allegro vivo appassionato / 2. Allegro moderato a la Polka / 3. Largo sostenuto / 4. Vivace

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THE ELEVENTH NOVEL IN THE BESTSELLING SHIPYARD GIRLS SERIESSunderland, 1944As the promise of victory draws closer, this Christmas will surely be one to remember.It should be a magical time for Dorothy, who has just been proposed to by her sweetheart Toby. But with each day that passes, Dorothy s feelings for someone else are growing stronger. Now she has an impossible choice to make.Gloria is thrilled that her sweetheart Jack is finally home after more than two years away. But his past is continuing to catch up with them both - creating untold heartache for Gloria and everyone she holds dear.Meanwhile Helen must contend with the fall-out of a shocking family secret that has repercussions for all the Shipyard Girls, while holding out hope for her own happy ending...Can a little festive magic help them win the day?___________________________________________Praise for Nancy Revell: Nancy Revell knows how to stir the passions and soothe the heart! Northern Echo Stirring and heartfelt storytelling Peterborough Evening Telegraph Emotional and gripping Take a Break

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The ultimate introduction to rocks, minerals, and gemstones for kids - and grown-ups too!What are rocks? How do fossils form? Are rocks different across the world? The Rocks Book has all the answers for curious readers, budding geologists - and petrologists! Learn about rocks from space, tips on how to collect rocks sustainably, and discover an epic directory of rocks and minerals to help kids identify treasures found on rock hunting trips.Inside The Rocks Book:An incredible breadth of knowledge about the planet s many rocks and minerals written in an engaging and informative way for children and grown-ups alikeRocks around the world are explored continent by continent across North America, South America, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, Oceania, Antarctica, and even Under the SeaFun sections and features including Rock Detectives and Be a Rock Collector! keep kids entertained and aid learningFascinating Directory of Rocks and Minerals provides in-depth coverage of basalt, obsidian, sandstone, marble, gold, copper, and many moreWritten by Nancy Dickmann, author of Lonely Planet Kids Amazing Night Sky Atlas and Amazing Ancient History Atlas Find out what the world is made of, from top to bottom, with The Rocks Book - the latest addition to Lonely Planet Kids The Fact Book series. This is the ultimate study of rocks for geology-loving kids and the perfect gift for curious children who want to learn more about our planet.Â

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From the acclaimed author of In the Shadow of the Empress comes the thrilling chronicle of two of the most influential and glamorous women in nineteenth-century Europe-Elisabeth, empress of Austria, and Eugénie, empress of France-and their efforts to rule amid the scandal, intrigue, tragedy, and violence of their era.When they married Emperors Franz Joseph and Napoleon III, respectively, Elisabeth of Austria and Eugénie of France became two of the most famous women on the planet. Not only were they both young and beautiful-becoming cultural and fashion icons of their time-but they played a pivotal role in ruling their realms during a tempestuous era characterized by unprecedented political and technological change.Fearless, adventurous, and independent, Elisabeth and Eugénie represented a new kind of empress-one who rebelled against tradition and anticipated and embraced modern values. Yet both women endured hardship in their private and public lives. Elisabeth was plagued by a mother-in-law who snatched her infant children away and undermined her authority at court. Eugénie s husband was an infamous philanderer who could not match the military prowess of his namesake. Between them, Elisabeth and Eugénie were personally involved in every major international confrontation in their turbulent century, which witnessed thrilling technological advances, as well as revolutions, assassinations, and wars.With her characteristic in-depth research and jump-off-the-page writing, Nancy Goldstone brings to life these two remarkable women, as Europe goes through the convulsions that led up to the international landscape we recognize today.

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Knit unique beanies inspired by the jaw-dropping and unique landscapes from each of the 63 US National Parks.From the brightly colored pebbles of Lake McDonald in Montana’s Glacier National Park to the regal granite cliffs of El Capitan and Half Dome in California’s Yosemite Valley, the US National Parks contain some of the most recognizable and iconic natural landmarks in the world. Capture the majesty each national park offers with original beanie patterns created by knitting designer and outdoor enthusiast Nancy Bates. Beanies range from simple beanie constructions to more challenging stitch patterns such as the two-color crossovers inspired by South Dakota’s Badlands or the multiple cable designs inspired by New Mexico’s Carlsbad Caverns. Clear charts, easy-to-read keys, and thorough instructions help any knitter, whether beginner or experienced, through these gratifying projects. Show your love and appreciation of our national parks with these beautiful and practical beanie projects you can wear any time or any place. 63 KNITTING PATTERNS: Every US National Park is celebrated with a unique beanie design, including the newly designated park New River Gorge in West Virginia BEAUTIFULLY PHOTOGRAPHED: Each pattern is accompanied by photos of the finished beanie and gorgeous images of the park’s landscapes that inspired it INSPIRED BY NATURE: Learn about each national park’s unique fauna, flora, and landscapes that inspired each original beanie, from the Painted Wall in Colorado’s Black Canyon of the Gunnison to the Salt Flats in California Death Valley EASY-TO-FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS: Each of the 63 beanies knitting patterns have been tested and verified and offer clear charts so that knitters of every skill level can knit a beanie in no time

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___________________________THE SEVENTH NOVEL IN THE BESTSELLING SHIPYARD GIRLS SERIESSunderland, 1942: Christmas is fast approaching, and with it comes a flurry of snow and surprises...Against all odds, Polly s fiancé has finally returned home from the front line. If they can keep things on an even keel, she might get the winter wedding she s always dreamed of.Meanwhile shipyard manager Helen is determined to move on after a turbulent year. Her sights are set on breaking the yard s production record and no one, not even the handsome Dr Parker, is going to get in her way.And head welder Rosie s little sister Charlotte has turned up unannounced. Why is she back and so set on staying?Join the shipyard girls as they navigate through life, love and war this Christmas.___________________________Praise for the Shipyard Girls series: Rhe author is one to watch Sun A brilliant read Take a Break Well-drawn, believable characters combined with a storyline to keep you turning the pages Woman Nancy Revell knows how to stir the passions and soothe the heart! Northern Echo

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Rediscover one of the twentieth century s greatest romances in Lawrence Durrell s seductive tale of four tangled lovers in wartime Egypt that is stunning (André Aciman) and wonderful (Elif Shafak) A masterpiece. Guardian A formidable, glittering achievement. TLS One of the great works of English fiction. Times Dazzlingly exuberant ... Superb. Observer Brave and brazen ... Lush and grandiose. Independent Legendary ... Casts a spell ... Reader, watch out! Guardian Lushly beautiful ... One of the most important works of our time. NYTBR Alexandria, Egypt. Trams, palm trees and watermelon stalls lie honey-bathed in sunlight; in darkened bedrooms, sweaty lovers unfurl. But in a world trembling on the brink of the Second World War, passion and death are inextricable. When Darley, a penniless schoolteacher, begins an affair with Justine - a married Egyptian woman of unparalleled glamour - their partners, Melissa and Nessim, are sucked into a whirlpool of jealousy and violence. One of the twentieth-century s greatest romances, Lawrence Durrell s scandalous investigation of modern love set the world alight in 1957. Rich in political and sexual intrigue, his epic masterpiece burns just as brightly today. Introduced by Jan Morris, this oomnibus edition collects all four novels together in all their glory.What Readers Are Saying - Justine (Book 1): Sometimes you discover a new author and know you⠙re going to be friends for life ... One of the most beautiful books I⠙ve ever read. I absolutely adored this book ... I felt sucked into it with an amazing force by the beauty of the words ... The backdrop of 1930s Egypt s literary circles and bohemian relationships is mesmerising ... Breathtaking. Shimmering and dreamlike ... One of the most beautifully written books I⠙ve read ... All of life is here; can⠙t wait for the next one. Lush, brutal, beautiful ... Durrell captured a place and time that will never exist again. What makes this novel truly spectacular is the language, the episodic jumps in time, the lush lyricism, and how Durrell so deftly manages to tie this all into both the city of Alexandria and the themes of passion, love, and jealousy.

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Fancy Nancy makes a new friend and discovers the true meaning of friendship in this dazzling picture book from the New York Times bestselling duo Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser!For Nancy, a long weekend means fun, fun, and more fun with her best friend, Bree. But, alas! Bree will be away visiting cousins, leaving Nancy forlorn—that’s a fancy way of saying sad and lonely.Then, at the park, Nancy meets Lily, who is older, fearless, and — ooh la la! — from Paris! Nancy can hardly believe such a glamorous girl wants to be friends. They spend the weekend together, and everything seems parfait (French for perfect)….at least until Bree returns. What will Nancy do?! Will she have room in her heart for two true friends? Ooh la la! Fancy Nancy stars in her own fabulous TV show on Disney Junior. READ THE BOOKS THAT STARTED IT ALL!Fancy NancyFancy Nancy and the Posh PuppyFancy Nancy: Bonjour, ButterflyFancy Nancy: Splendiferous ChristmasFancy Nancy and the Fabulous Fashion BoutiqueFancy Nancy and the Mermaid BalletFancy Nancy: Fanciest Doll in the UniverseFancy Nancy and the Wedding of the CenturyFancy Nancy 10th Anniversary EditionFancy Nancy: Saturday Night SleepoverFancy Nancy: Oodles of Kittens

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A Nordic Ware Quartet Bundt arany forma négy különböző mintájú mini babakalács sütésére alkalmas. Öntött alumíniumból készült, nem tapadó bevonattal, amely garantálja a könnyű kiemelést és a részletes minták megőrzését. A Premier Gold Collection prémium terméke, amelyet kézzel kell tisztítani a bevonat védelme érdekében.

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Gifted to the city of Glasgow in 1944, the Burrell Collection is one of the UKâ ™s most significant art museums, with an extraordinarily varied collection, and is housed in a striking, purpose-built modern space. In 2022, it will reopen after an extensive refurbishment, with innovative new galleries, displays and facilities.

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Introducing London s newest and greatest detective: Enola Holmes - the book that inspired the film, starring Millie Bobby Brown. Read the series before the next film lands!When Enola Holmes, sister to the detective Sherlock Holmes, discovers her mother has disappeared, she quickly embarks on a journey to London in search of her. But nothing can prepare her for what awaits. Because when she arrives, she finds herself involved in the kidnapping of a young marquess, fleeing murderous villains, and trying to elude her shrewd older brothers - all while attempting to piece together clues to her mother s strange disappearance. Amid all the mayhem, will Enola be able to decode the necessary clues and find her mother? A story of a young girl who is empowered, capable, and smart . . . the Enola Holmes book series conveys an impactful message to kids and teenagers all over the world that you can do anything if you set your mind to it, and it does so in an exciting and adventurous way. - MILLIE BOBBY BROWN

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A rare glimpse into Korean hanok, Inside the Korean House takes readers on an unprecedented tour through the modern interiors of twelve magnificent tradional homes.Amidst the glass-and-steel skyscrapers and luxury apartments of modern-day Seoul, traditional Korean houses known as hanok survive and play a surprisingly important role. Inside the Korean House showcases 12 very special hanok that have been selected to reflect the style-conscious Korea of today, a country where traditional values are still highly respected.While the exteriors of these homes are indistinguishable from the traditional hanok of the past, the interiors have been adapted to keep up with the times. Traditional stone, wood and clay are still the basic materials used, and the houses make full use of natural elements such as wind and sunlight based on the principles of baesanimsu—which position the hanok in harmony with the forces of nature and the geography of their sites.The hanok in this book all have unique stories that are told from the point of view of their owners, many of whom are well-known architects, designers and business leaders. The book provides an unparalleled look at the lifestyle of contemporary Koreans who are leading the world now in terms of design, fashion and innovation.

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Introducing London s newest and greatest detective: Enola Holmes - the book that inspired the film, starring Millie Bobby Brown. Read the series before the next film lands!When Enola Holmes, sister to the detective Sherlock Holmes, discovers her mother has disappeared, she quickly embarks on a journey to London in search of her. But nothing can prepare her for what awaits. Because when she arrives, she finds herself involved in the kidnapping of a young marquess, fleeing murderous villains, and trying to elude her shrewd older brothers - all while attempting to piece together clues to her mother s strange disappearance. Amid all the mayhem, will Enola be able to decode the necessary clues and find her mother? A story of a young girl who is empowered, capable, and smart . . . the Enola Holmes book series conveys an impactful message to kids and teenagers all over the world that you can do anything if you set your mind to it, and it does so in an exciting and adventurous way. - MILLIE BOBBY BROWN

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The gripping psychological thriller from bestselling author J.A. BakerJackson and Lydia Hemsworth are pillars of the community, feted for having the perfect marriage and three wonderful children â “ Florence, Jessica and Ezra. But appearances can be deceptive. Because behind closed doors Jackson Hemsworth rules his family with cruelty and control. His marriage is a sham; his children for years have cowed in fear. Until the day that Jackson and Lydia throw themselves off Newport Bridge in a joint suicide pact â “ the final cruel blow by Jackson to control his wife and torture his adult children. As the Hemsworth siblings return to their family home, they must try to make sense of their parentsâ ™ last act. But there are many dark secrets waiting to be unearthed at Armett House. Like, why are the townsfolk so suddenly hostile towards them? And who are the strangers who arrive at Armett House unannounced? And why has their motherâ ™s body still not been found?In the aftermath of their parentsâ ™ death, it becomes clear that something terrible is about to be exposed about the Hemsworthsâ ™ perfect parents. A secret they may all wish had stayed hiddenâ ¦A gripping psychological thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Perfect for fans of Valerie Keogh, Diana Wilkinson and Keri Beevis. What people are saying about J.A.Baker Engaging characters, a chilling tale - Baker at her best! Bestselling author Valerie Keogh. A dark and twisting thrill ride that asks the question: how well do you really know your parents? It kept me hooked until the final page! Bestselling author M.A. Hunter. A dark and twisty thriller that keep you guessing at the truth, The Perfect Parents is an addictive read! Bestselling author Alison Stockham. This captivating pacy thriller sucks you in from the first page and spits you out at the last! I thought Iâ ™d worked it out, but noâ ¦ the twists kept coming and the final reveal is a heartbreaker Bestselling author Ruby Speechley Intensely compelling, with so many twists I didn t see coming! Bestselling author, Alex Stone

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Follow London s newest detective, Enola Holmes, in her electrifying fifth escapade - from the series that inspired the films, starring Millie Bobby Brown. Read them all before the next film lands!While on the run from her brother Sherlock, the world s most famous detective, Enola Holmes has been hiding in plain sight, lodging with Mrs Tupper. Mrs Tupper may be half-deaf and a terrible cook, but she is the closest thing Enola has to a family. So when she discovers that her dear land lady has been abducted, Enola is shocked but determined to find out why. Especially when she finds cryptic codes within a crinoline underskirt in Mrs Tupper s upturned room. . . But who could have taken Mrs Tupper? And why do all the clues lead to Florence Nightingale?It s another gripping case for our young heroine in this enthralling fifth mystery. A story of a young girl who is empowered, capable, and smart ... the Enola Holmes book series conveys an impactful message to kids and teenagers all over the world that you can do anything if you set your mind to it, and it does so in an exciting and adventurous way. - MILLIE BOBBY BROWN

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Follow London s newest detective, Enola Holmes, in her thrilling sixth adventure - from the series that inspired the films, starring Millie Bobby Brown. Read them all before the next film lands!Enola Holmes - sister of the world s most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes - always has an eye for mystery-solving.

Objev podobné jako Enola Holmes 6: The Case of the Disappearing Duchess - Nancy Springerová

Follow London s newest and greatest detective, Enola Holmes, in her third captivating adventure - from the series that inspired the films, starring Millie Bobby Brown. Read them all before the next film lands!Enola Holmes is still on the run from her brother and world s most famous detective Sherlock Holmes.

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Now a Netflix original movie starring Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill, and Helena Bonham Carter!Meet Enola Holmes, teenaged girl turned detective and the younger sister to Sherlock Holmes.When Enola Holmes, sister to the detective Sherlock Holmes, discovers her mother has disappeared, she quickly embarks on a journey to London in search of her. But nothing can prepare her for what awaits. Because when she arrives, she finds herself involved in the kidnapping of a young marquess, fleeing murderous villains, and trying to elude her shrewd older brothers—all while attempting to piece together clues to her mother’s strange disappearance. Amid all the mayhem, will Enola be able to decode the necessary clues and find her mother?

Objev podobné jako Enola Holmes: The Case of the Missing Marquess - Nancy Springerová

New York City, 1923. A young widow named Zia De Luca finds herself at the center of a murder investigation, but to bring the killer to justice, she ll have to beat notorious racketeers Arnold Rothstein and Lucky Luciano at their own game.

Objev podobné jako The Orchid Hour - Nancy Bilyeau

A contemporary retelling of Hans Christian Andersen s extraordinary fairytale of dance, desire and destruction. Performed in this version by the Royal Shakespeare Company in 2024.

Objev podobné jako The Red Shoes - Nancy Harris

Giovanna s pretty face has changed: it s turning into the face of an ugly, spiteful adolescent. But is she seeing things as they really are? Into which mirror must she look to find herself and save herself? She is searching for a new face in two kindred cities that fear and detest one another: the Naples of the heights, which assumes a mask of refinement, and the Naples of the depths, which professes to be a place of excess and vulgarity. She moves between these two cities, disoriented by the fact that, whether high or low, the city seems to offer no answer and no escape. Elena Ferrante is unsurpassed in her ability to draw readers into her books from the very first page and she proves this again with The Lying Life of Adults, pulling us into what the Italian trade magazine Il libraio described as not a mere story but an entire world. The millions of readers who found themselves addicted to My Brilliant Friend and the Neapolitan quartet will find that this new novel has the same addictive, do-not-disturb-I m-reading qualities.

Objev podobné jako The Lying Life of Adults - Elena Ferrante

With brilliant new livery to celebrate the 40th anniversary of this ground-breaking fantasy series, Alanna the Lioness â “ the first woman knight â “ rides again.Alanna of Trebond may be a girl of noble birth, but she will not be sentenced to the life of a well-mannered young lady. Alanna dreams of becoming a knight of the realm of Tortall, and neither her gender nor her fatherâ ™s orders will stop her.Though Alannaâ ™s father is preparing her twin brother, Thom, for the path to knighthood, he dreams of studying sorcery. To forge their own destinies, the two hatch a cunning plan: Alanna will disguise herself as a boy and take Thomâ ™s place while he learns the art of magic.But the path to knighthood is never easy and, on her first adventure, Alanna will find friends and enemies, sickness and sorcery, and discover the magic within herâ ¦Forty years on from first publication, The Song of the Lioness Quartet retains its warmth, adventure, and steel, affirming this coming-of-age tale as a timeless masterpiece.

Objev podobné jako Alanna: The First Adventure - Tamora Pierce

With brilliant new livery to celebrate the 40th anniversary of this ground-breaking fantasy series, Alanna the Lioness â “ the first woman knight â “ rides again.Now a knight of Tortall, with her gender no longer a secret, Alanna embarks on her next adventure to the edge of the realm. Captured for the crime of trespassing, Alanna is sentenced to a duel to the death. But the Woman Who Rides Like a Man is not so easy to kill.Though the duel is won, the battle is just beginning. When Alanna is named the Bazhir peopleâ ™s first female shaman, she is tasked with training her successors. But first, she must overcome their fears of magic, for the sake of all Tortall.Forty years on from first publication, The Song of the Lioness Quartet retains its warmth, adventure, and steel, affirming this coming-of-age tale as a timeless masterpiece.

Objev podobné jako The Woman Who Rides Like A Man - Tamora Pierce

In a city built on secrets, who would kill to keep theirs hidden? The year is 1759, and London is shrouded in a cloak of fear. With the lawmen at the mercy of robbers and highwaymen, it s a perilous time to work the already dangerous streets of Soho. Lizzie Hardwicke is somewhat protected from the fray at Mrs Farley s Bawdy House, a reputable brothel. But then a wealthy customer is found brutally murdered... and Lizzie was the last person to see him alive. The magistrate s assistant, William Davenport, has no hard evidence against Lizzie, but his presence and questions make life increasingly difficult. Desperate to be rid of him and prove her innocence, Lizzie turns amateur detective, determined to find the true killer, whatever the cost. Yet as the body count rises, Lizzie realizes that, just like her, everyone has a secret they will do almost anything to keep buried... The first installment of the gripping and vividly imagined historical mystery series set in 18th century London, from the author of acclaimed historical novel The Dazzle of the Light. Perfect for fans of The Household by Stacey Halls and Daughters of the Night by Laura Shepherd-Robinson, as well as readers of Laura Purcell, Sarah Waters and Diana Gabaldon. A wild ride through the seedy side of 1750s London... Lizzie Hardwicke is razor sharp and brilliantly original. I couldn t put it down - JOE HEAP, author of When the Music Stops This novel is a refreshing add to the historical mystery genre. Atmospheric and full of authentic details... Brava to this new, engaging voice and her strong woman protagonist! - KAREN ODDEN, author of A Lady in the Smoke A gripping page-turner with a sassy and fabulously original heroine in the form of Lizzie Hardwicke ⠓ I loved it! - ANNIE LYONS, author of Eudora Honeysett is Quite Well, Thank You

Objev podobné jako Death and the Harlot - Georgina Clarke

London s streets are sinister. But what if the real danger lies closer to home? London, June 1759. When a charmless civil servant takes his own life, few are interested in his death. But Lizzie Hardwicke, who plies her trade in the brothels of London whilst also working as an undercover sleuth for the magistrate, can see no reason why a man who had everything to look forward to would wish to end his life. Lizzie s search for answers takes her from the smoke-filled rooms of fashionable gambling houses, where politicians mix ambition with pleasure, to the violent streets of Soho, ready to erupt with riots in the sultry summer heat. All the while, she is navigating her complicated feelings for the magistrate s trusted assistant, Will Davenport, and a disturbing situation at home. Then a gambling house owner is brutally murdered, and Lizzie finds herself tangled in a chaos that she cannot control. The darkest of secrets threatens to turn Davenport against her forever; its exposure will send her to the gallows. The third installment of the gripping and vividly imagined historical mystery series set in 18th century London, from the author of acclaimed historical novel The Dazzle of the Light. Perfect for fans of The Household by Stacey Halls and Daughters of the Night by Laura Shepherd-Robinson, as well as readers of Laura Purcell, Sarah Waters and Diana Gabaldon. A wild ride through the seedy side of 1750s London... Lizzie Hardwicke is razor sharp and brilliantly original. I couldn t put it down - JOE HEAP, author of When the Music Stops This novel is a refreshing add to the historical mystery genre. Atmospheric and full of authentic details... Brava to this new, engaging voice and her strong woman protagonist! - KAREN ODDEN, author of A Lady in the Smoke A gripping page-turner with a sassy and fabulously original heroine in the form of Lizzie Hardwicke ⠓ I loved it! - ANNIE LYONS, author of Eudora Honeysett is Quite Well, Thank You

Objev podobné jako Viper in the Nest - Georgina Clarke

An undercover assignment for the Bow Street magistrate sees Lizzie Hardwicke trade Mrs. Farley s Bawdy House in Soho for life as a seamstress at a theatre on Drury Lane. Once there, she quickly realizes that what goes on in the wings is much more intriguing than the theatrics being played out onstage... When a high-profile investor is brutally hanged at center stage, Lizzie discovers the body and is once again thrown together with William Davenport, the magistrate s assistant with whom she is growing ever closer. The suspect list rivals any casting call, and Lizzie must use every trick hidden up her sleeve to see through all the performance and bring the culprit into the spotlight. The second instalment of the gripping and vividly imagined historical mystery series set in 18th century London, from the author of acclaimed historical novel The Dazzle of the Light. Perfect for fans of The Household by Stacey Halls and Daughters of the Night by Laura Shepherd-Robinson, as well as readers of Laura Purcell, Sarah Waters and Diana Gabaldon. A wild ride through the seedy side of 1750s London... Lizzie Hardwicke is razor sharp and brilliantly original. I couldn t put it down - JOE HEAP, author of When the Music Stops This novel is a refreshing add to the historical mystery genre. Atmospheric and full of authentic details... Brava to this new, engaging voice and her strong woman protagonist! - KAREN ODDEN, author of A Lady in the Smoke A gripping page-turner with a sassy and fabulously original heroine in the form of Lizzie Hardwicke ⠓ I loved it! - ANNIE LYONS, author of Eudora Honeysett is Quite Well, Thank You

Objev podobné jako The Corpse Played Dead - Georgina Clarke

⠘The Silk Code had me absolutely hooked⠦ A great storyline full of bravery, trust, love, survival, betrayal and determination.⠙ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Based on the true story of ⠘Englandspiel⠙, one woman must race against the clock to uncover a traitor, even if it means losing the man she loves.England, 1943:Deciding to throw herself into war work, Nancy Callaghan joins the Special Operations Executive in Baker Street. There, she begins solving ⠘indecipherables⠙ ⠓ scrambled messages from agents in the field.Then Nancy meets Tom Lockwood, a quiet genius when it comes to coding. Together they come up with the idea of printing codes on silk, so agents can hide them in their clothing to avoid detection by the enemy. Nancy and Tom grow close, and soon she is hopelessly in love.But there is a traitor in Baker Street, and suspicions turn towards Tom. When Nancy is asked to spy on Tom, she must make the ultimate sacrifice and complete a near-impossible mission. Could the man she loves be the enemy?An utterly gripping and unputdownable WW2 historical fiction novel, perfect for fans of Ella Carey and Ellie Midwood!Readers LOVE The Silk Code!⠘Characters that you could get into and a storyline that kept you hooked wanting to read on to find out what happened next ⠓ my sign of a good book!⠙ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘A brilliant book, one of Swift⠙s best. I can⠙t wait for the next one.⠙ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘I loved the characters that Deborah Swift crafted⠦ well written and a good mix of historical fiction and mystery.⠙ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘Really enjoyed this book⠦ [a] fantastic read.⠙ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘The depth of research this author does is obvious but she makes it so easily absorbable with characters you either hate or love and a plot that just keeps the pages turning.⠙ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘An excellent book on World War 2 history.⠙ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Objev podobné jako The SIlk Code - Deborah Swift

The very best of British and Irish nature writing selected by the natural history writer Patrick Barkham.The landscapes of Britain and Ireland, together with the creatures and plants that inhabit them, have penetrated deep in our collective imagination. From Gilbert White and Dorothy Wordsworth to Laurie Lee and Nan Shepherd, literature inspired by the natural world has become an integral part of our shared identity, and shaped our relationship with the islands we call home.In The Wild Isles, Patrick Barkham has gathered together a wide array of the very best of British and Irish nature writing, characterized by an arresting diversity of moods and voices. His choices are arranged under themes that range from birds, woods and coastlines to childhood, the seasons and urban nature, and juxtapose extracts from much-loved classics with passages by contemporary writers such as Robert Macfarlane, James Rebanks and Helen Macdonald. Here the reader will find joyful celebrations of landscape and the wildlife it nurtures, probing explorations of the environmental problems facing us today, as well as the fresh and vital perspectives of writers from underrepresented backgrounds. If British and Irish nature writing is to grow and endure, writes Barkham in his introduction, it must be diverse, complex, multi-faceted and dynamic, and relevant to everyone who lives on this land. Encompassing the bleak heights of the Cairngorms, the ancient woodlands of Essex, the storm-lashed islands of Ireland s west coast and the lush fields of Devon, The Wild Isles highlights nature s capacity to terrify and to delight, to soothe and to heal, to surprise, inspire and bring wonder.

Objev podobné jako The Wild Isles - Patrick Barkham

In Who Will Build the Ark?, leading radical thinkers debate left alternatives to runaway global heating, capitalist crisis and wider environmental breakdown, clarifying the stakes in today #39;s key disputes between Green New Deal supporters and proponents of #39;degrowth #39;. In a series of landmark texts first published by New Left Review, Herman Daly and Benjamin Kunkel discusses the possibility of an egalitarian, steady-state economy, while Robert Pollin warns against the worldwide slump #39;degrowth #39; could bring and calls instead for a single-issue campaign - 2 per cent of global GDP dedicated to the switch to renewable energy - as the swiftest solution to the emissions crisis. Nancy Fraser envisages an eco-socialist exit from capitalism #39;s multifold crises, while Troy Vettese advocates eco-austerity and half-earth rewilding. Lola Seaton draws out the strategic implications of these contested perspectives, in a set of unavoidable #39;green questions #39;. In the realm of contemporary politics, Alyssa Battistoni writes on the dead-end of COP diplomacy, Cédric Durand asks whether energy shortages will derail the transition away from fossil fuels, and Thomas Meaney compares Green New Deal proposals to the pinched reality of Biden #39;s Inflation Reduction Act.The world #39;s major powers accept the likelihood of dangerous climate change, yet seem incapable of averting it. Can radical green models generate the social leverage needed to do so? Or, as Mike Davis puts it: Who will build the Ark?

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James Hogg s The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner is a Scottish classic, a quintessentially Gothic tale of psychological horror, and a relentless attack on Calvinist dogma. The Penguin Classics edition is edited with an introduction and notes by Karl Miller.Robert Wringham s family is composed of a dissolute father and brother, a pious mother, and a rival father in the person of a fanatical Calvinist minister. He comes to believe that he is one of the elect, predestined to be saved, while others are damned. Sure of his freedom from the dictates of morality, he embarks on a series of crimes in the company of a new friend Gil-Martin, a man of many likenesses who can be mistaken for Robert, and who explains that they are as one in the holy work of purifying the world. But who is Gil-Martin? And what does he truly desire? The Gothic double or doppelganger is nowhere more powerfully imagined than in Confessions of a Justified Sinner, once called the greatest novel of Scotland .This new edition has an introduction by Karl Miller, which discusses the presence of the novel in the life and times of James Hogg. It also contains two of Hogg s most interesting stories, Marion s Jock and John Gray o Middleholm .James Hogg (1770-1835) born in Ettrick, in the Scottish Borders. A shepherd for many years, Hogg was writing poems by the 1790s, aiding Walter Scott with material for his collection of ballads, The Minstrelsy of the Scottish Border. In 1810 he moved to Edinburgh, where he published several volumes of verse, and worked on the Spy and Blackwood s Edinburgh Magazine. Confessions of a Justified Sinner was published anonymously in 1824, and is now generally seen as his masterpiece.If you enjoyed Confessions of a Justified Sinner, you might like Matthew Lewis s The Monk, also available in Penguin Classics. A Scottish classic, a world classic Ian Rankin A sinister, funny, moving tale of demonic possession, murder and religious fanaticism Sunday Telegraph

Objev podobné jako The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner - James Hogg

Soon to be an HBO series, the follow-up to My Brilliant Friend in the New York Times bestselling Neapolitan quartet about two friends growing up in post-war Italy is a rich, intense, and generous-hearted family epic by Italy s most beloved and acclaimed writer, Elena Ferrante, one of the great novelists of our time. (Roxana Robinson, The New York Times) In The Story of a New Name, Lila has recently married and made her enteree into the family business; Elena, meanwhile, continues her studies and her exploration of the world beyond the neighborhood that she so often finds stifling. Love, jealousy, family, freedom, commitment, and above all friendship: these are signs under which both women live out this phase in their stories. Marriage appears to have imprisoned Lila, and the pressure to excel is at times too much for Elena. Yet the two young women share a complex and evolving bond that is central to their emotional lives and is a source of strength in the face of life s challenges. In these Neapolitan Novels, Elena Ferrante, the acclaimed author of The Days of Abandonment, gives readers a poignant and universal story about friendship and belonging. Ferrante is one of the world s great storytellers. With the Neapolitan quartet she has given her readers an abundant, generous, and masterfully plotted page-turner that is also a stylish work of literary fiction destined to delight readers for many generations to come.

Objev podobné jako The Story Of A New Name - Elena Ferrante

An expansive and revelatory study of Robert Smithsonâ ™s life and the hidden influences on his iconic creations This first biography of the major American artist Robert Smithson, famous as the creator of the Spiral Jetty, deepens understanding of his art by addressing the potent forces in his life that were shrouded by his success, including his suppressed early history as a painter; his affiliation with Christianity, astrology, and alchemy; and his sexual fluidity. Integrating extensive investigation and acuity, Suzaan Boettger uncovers Smithsonâ ™s story and, with it, symbolic meanings across the span of his painted and drawn images, sculptures, essays, and earthworks up to the Spiral Jetty and beyond, to the circumstances leading to what became his final work, Amarillo Ramp. While Smithson is widely known for his monumental earthwork at the edge of the Great Salt Lake, Inside the Spiral delves into the arc of his artistic production, recognizing it as a response to his familyâ ™s history of loss, which prompted his birth and shaped his strange intelligence. Smithson configured his personal conflicts within painterly depictions of Christâ ™s passion, the rhetoric of science fiction, imagery from occult systems, and the impersonal posture of conceptual sculpture. Aiming to achieve renown, he veiled his personal passions and transmuted his professional persona, becoming an acclaimed innovator and fierce voice in the New York art scene. Featuring copious illustrations never before published of early work that eluded Smithsonâ ™s destruction, as well as photographs of Smithson and his wife, the noted sculptor Nancy Holt, and recollections from nearly all those who knew him throughout his life, Inside the Spiral offers unprecedented insight into the hidden impulses of one of modern artâ ™s most enigmatic figures. With great sensitivity to the experiences of loss and existential strife that defined his distinct artistic language, this biographical analysis provides an expanded view of Smithsonâ ™s iconic art pilgrimage site and the experiences and works that brought him to its peculiar blood red water.

Objev podobné jako Inside the Spiral - Suzaan Boettger

The Spectator Book of the Year 2025Named to the Civil Eats 2025 Food and Farming Holiday Book Gift Guide From the Wainwright Nature Prize Highly Commended author Nicola Chester, a rural narrative between two women in two different eras who both wanted to become farmers. Nicola Chester will come to be seen as a Nan Shepherd of our time. â ”Nick Acheson, author of The Meaning of GeeseThis is the story of Miss White, a woman who lived in the authorâ ™s village 80 years ago, a pioneer who realised her ambition to become a farmer during the Second World War, and how she worked to become accepted within this community. Nicola Chester, too, dreamed of becoming a farmer but working with horses was the only path open to her. Was it easier for women to become farmers in the 1940s than it is now?Moving between Nicolaâ ™s own attempts to work outdoors and Miss Whiteâ ™s desire to farm a generation earlier, Nicola explores the parallels between their lives â “ and the differences. Miss White buys a derelict farm and begins to renovate and modernize it. As ghost (barn) owls flit between these two worlds, Nicola draws connections with farming and rural life in both times, from the role of women in rural communities in the modern day to Miss Whiteâ ™s experience in the 1940s. And how those farming modernizations have left the modern day with both a denuded landscape and farming community and a disconnect from nature. Increasingly, Nicolaâ ™s research into past and present interlinks and illuminates her own battles to raise awareness of rural communities, outdoor work and the ongoing loss of farmland birds that were so familiar to Miss White. An absolutely fascinating insight into women and farming. Nicola Chester really knows how to bring the past alive. â ”Claire Fuller, author of The Memory of Animals

Objev podobné jako Ghosts of the Farm - Nicola Chester

The first book in #1 New York Times bestselling author Tamora Pierce’s award-winning Song of the Lioness quartet, adapted into a gorgeous, full-color graphic novel Filled with magic and mayhem, adventure and action, swords and spells, book one in the Song of the Lioness quartet is the ultimate introduction to Alanna and Tamora Pierce’s legendary Tortall universe. In Song of the Lioness, Book 1: Alanna, the first of four volumes adapting #1 New York Times bestseller Tamora Pierce’s Song of the Lioness quartet, we meet Alanna of Trebond, a young noblewoman from the kingdom of Tortall. Alanna isn’t like other girls from noble families—what she really wants is to become a knight and earn her shield, something women definitely aren’t allowed to do. But Alanna will not be deterred, and she arrives in the capital disguised as a boy to begin training as a page, the first step toward becoming a knight. Despite the tough conditions and grueling work, Alanna’s skills and stubbornness win her friends amongst the nobility and the denizens of the lower city. But not everyone wishes her well . . .

Objev podobné jako Alanna (Song of the Lioness, Book 1) - Tamora Pierce

â ˜Eleanor Henderson is in possession of an enormous talentâ ™ Ann Patchettâ ˜A superb novel whose roots can be traced to Harper Lee and Carson McCullersâ ˜ Oprah MagazineGenus Jackson was killed in Cotton County, Georgia, on a summer midnight in 1930, when the newborn twins were fast asleep.They lay head to toe in a cradle meant for one, Winnafred on one side and Wilson on the other. Only if you looked closely â “ and people did â “ could you see that the girl was pink as a piglet, and the boy was brown.At once an intimate family drama and an expansive, mesmerising epic The Twelve-Mile Straight explores the blood, guilt and violence that lies at the heart of the American experience.Despite the prying eyes and curious whispers of the townspeople, Elma begins to raise her babies as best as she can, under the roof of her impulsive father, Juke, and with the help of Nan, the young black housekeeper who is as close to Elma as a sister. It soon becomes clear that the ties that bind all of them together are more intricate than any could have imagined. A web of lies begins to collapse around the family, destabilizing their precarious world and forcing all to reckon with the truth.

Objev podobné jako The Twelve-Mile Straight - Eleanor Henderson

Desperate for the next Game of Thrones? Prince of the Spear continues the Sunsurge Quartet and delivers a full-on fix of epic fantasy. The unthinkable has happened. With the Leviathan Bridge critically damaged and its towers unable to control the skies between Yuros and Antiopia, the East has invaded the West. A vast windfleet, constructed in secret, is winging across the Pontic SeaThe holy Shihad has begun.The Rondian Empire is divided and weak. Empress Lyra has barely survived a coup, triggered by a masked cabal whose members still remain concealed in the highest echelons of her court. Only Lyra s secret affinity to the heretical power of dwyma saved her - but that affinity is also her most dangerous weakness. As empires clash, lives are torn apart and long-held beliefs are overthrown by circumstance and desperation. A young queen whose court is riddled with traitors turns to the wrong people in her hour of need. Two princes clash in the skies, the fate of two nations riding on their skill. Two brothers must reconcile disparate cultures to regain their kingdom. An idealistic rabble-rouser sees a chance to strike. And a small group of dwymancers grope blindly for knowledge in a race against time before the masked Cabal strike again.

Objev podobné jako Prince of the Spear - David Hair

The Story of a New Name, the second book of the Neapolitan Quartet, picks up the story where My Brilliant Friend left off. Lila has recently married and made her entrée into the family business; Elena, meanwhile, continues her studies and her exploration of the world beyond the neighbourhood that she so often finds stifling. Love, jealousy, family, freedom, commitment, and above all friendship: these are signs under which both women live out this phase in their stories. Marriage appears to have imprisoned Lila, and the pressure to excel is at times too much for Elena. Yet the two young women share a complex and evolving bond that is central to their emotional lives and is a source of strength in the face of life s challenges. In the Neapolitan Quartet, Elena Ferrante gives readers a poignant and universal story about friendship and belonging.

Objev podobné jako The Story of a New Name - Elena Ferrante

With brilliant new livery to celebrate the 40th anniversary of this ground-breaking fantasy series, Alanna the Lioness â “ the first woman knight â “ rides again.Alannaâ ™s journey continues, now as a squire to Prince Jonathan, the heir to the throne. But Jonathan is more than just her prince. He is also her best friend. No one else knows the secret sheâ ™s been keeping for years: to them, Alanna is Alan, a boy pursuing knighthood like any other young man of his rank.When a mysterious sorcerer threatens the princeâ ™s life, Alanna must do everything she can to protect him â “ even at the risk of revealing who she really is. . .Forty years on from first publication, The Song of the Lioness Quartet retains its warmth, adventure, and steel, affirming this coming-of-age tale as a timeless masterpiece.

Objev podobné jako In The Hand of the Goddess - Tamora Pierce

Venture back to Grimwood in the wildly funny third book in Nadia Shireen #39;s bestselling and brilliantly anarchic illustrated comedy-adventure series. Perfect for readers age 7+, and fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, David Walliams, Loki: A Bad God #39;s Guide to Being Good, Bunny vs Monkey and anyone who likes to laugh. A Bigfoot is on the loose! Ted, Nancy, Willow and the rest of the Grimwood gang must embark on their greatest adventure yet to save their home from a nasty, thieving stink monster. Monster hunters are GO!Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, this is the must-read third title in the bestselling and fantastically funny Grimwood series.Grimwood: Party Animals, the must-read fourth Grimwood adventure OUT NOW. PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD: #39;Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest. #39; – Frank Cottrell-Boyce ‘Funny, anarchic, original and gloriously silly.’ – Richard Osman ‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates ‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave #39;Gloriously anarchic, properly funny and highly illustrated with dynamic black-and-white art, this is a quirky delight for children – and their parents, too. #39; – The Bookseller #39;Dark, original and laugh-out-loud funny #39; – The Times #39;This book made my face hurt! Relentlessly funny. #39; – Rob Biddulph #39;Like Watership Down, but funny. You’ll laugh hysterically on every page. #39; – Caitlin Moran #39;Fantastic. #39; – Lauren Laverne #39;Pure genius! #39; – Louie Stowell #39;Made us laugh out loud. #39; – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser #39;You’re in for a treat! #39; – Selom Sunu, illustrator of Look Both Ways #39;Utterly HILARIOUS #39; – Sophy Henn, author-illustrator of Pizazz ‘Every page of the book zings with invention and joie de vivre’ – The Financial Times

Objev podobné jako Grimwood: Attack of the Stink Monster! - Nadia Shireen