the hidden palace dinah jefferies

An island of secrets. A runaway. And a promise…A rebellious daughter1925. Among the ancient honey-coloured walls of the tiny island of Malta, strangers slip into the shadows and anyone can buy a new name. Rosalie Delacroix flees Paris for a dancer’s job in the bohemian clubs deep in its winding streets.A sister with a secret1944. Running from the brutality of war in France, Florence Baudin faces a new life. But her estranged mother makes a desperate request: to find her vanished sister, who went missing years before.A rift over generationsBetrayals and secrets, lies and silence hang between the sisters. A faded last letter from Rosalie is Florence’s only clue, the war an immovable barrier – and time is running out…Praise for The Hidden Palace‘Completely swept me away to another place and time. Dinah is the queen of sumptuous settings, transporting the reader effortlessly from chocolate-box Devonshire to the cabaret clubs of 1920s Paris and war-torn Malta. A marvellous, multi-layered story, populated with characters to really care for’ HAZEL GAYNOR‘Dinah Jefferies wields her storytelling magic on the island of Malta . . . It’s engrossing and sensual, full of the heat of the Mediterranean sun’ GILL PAUL‘Powerful, passionate and profoundly moving ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''Highly recommend for your summer reading'' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Can one house hold a lifetime of secrets?Corfu, 1930The moment Thirza Caruthers sets foot on Corfu, memories flood back: the scent of jasmine, the green shutters of her family’s home — and her brother Billy’s tragic disappearance years before.Returning to the Greek house, high above clear blue waters, Thirza tries to escape by immersing herself in painting — and a passionate affair.But as webs of love, envy, and betrayal tighten around the family, buried secrets surface.Is it finally time to uncover the truth about Billy’s vanishing?––––––––––––––––––––''The Greek House is absolutely sumptuous. Dinah Jefferies at her best. I devoured every page of this stunning novel with enormous pleasure'' Santa Montefiore‘I was totally absorbed by this page-turning tale of love, loss and heartbreak in a troubled period of Corfu’s history. The island is beautifully evoked, the characters gloriously alive and passionate'' Rachel Hore''A powerful story … the women are strong and complex … this is Dinah Jefferies'' best yet'' Gill Paul

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''This is Dinah Jefferies at her best'' Lucinda Riley-------------Ceylon, 1935. Louisa Reeve, the daughter of a successful British gem trader, and her husband Elliot, a charming, thrill-seeking businessman, seem like the couple who have it all. Except what they long for more than anything: a child.While Louisa struggles with miscarriages, Elliot is increasingly absent, spending much of his time at a nearby cinnamon plantation, overlooking the Indian ocean. After his sudden death, Louisa is left alone to solve the mystery he left behind. Revisiting the plantation at Cinnamon Hills, she finds herself unexpectedly drawn towards the owner Leo, a rugged outdoors man with a chequered past. The plantation casts a spell, but all is not as it seems. And when Elliot''s shocking betrayal is revealed, Louisa has only Leo to turn to...A sweeping, breath-taking story of love and betrayal from the Number One Sunday Times bestselling author of The Tea Planter''s WifeTOP 10 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERA RICHARD AND JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK-------------''A sweeping tale, beautifully written in a wonderful setting, heartrending yet ultimately uplifting. Gorgeous.'' Katie Fforde, A Wedding in Provence''Dinah Jefferies has a remarkable gift for conjuring up another time and place with lush descriptions, full of power and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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ONE WAR. TWO WOMEN. WILL THEY BE ABLE TO SAVE THE ONES THEY LOVE?A sweeping new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling authorIn 1943, Contessa Sofia de'' Corsi''s peaceful Tuscan villa among the olive groves is upturned by the sudden arrival of German soldiers. Desperate to fight back, she agrees to shelter a wounded British radio engineer in her home, keeping him hidden from her husband Lorenzo - knowing that she is putting all of their lives at risk.When Maxine, an Italian-American working for the resistance, arrives on Sofia''s doorstep, the pair forge an uneasy alliance. Feisty, independent Maxine promised herself never to fall in love. But when she meets a handsome partisan named Marco, she realizes it''s a promise she can''t keep...Before long, the two women find themselves entangled in a dangerous game with the Nazis. Will they be discovered? And will they both be able to save the ones they love?''Dinah Jefferies has a remarkable gift for conjuring up another time and place with lush descriptions, full of power and intensity'' Kate Furnivall''A stunning story of love and loyalty in wartime'' Rachel Hore''Beautiful writing, wonderful characters, gripping story, and such a gorgeously evoked Tuscan setting - how I ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A stolen sister. A daughter determined to uncover the truth. ''I was gripped, moved and utterly in thrall to this deeply emotional and compelling tale'' Kate Furnivall Belle Hatton has embarked upon an exciting new life far from home: a glamorous job as a nightclub singer in 1930s Burma, with a host of sophisticated new friends and admirers. But Belle is haunted by a mystery from the past - a 25 year old newspaper clipping found in her parents'' belongings after their death, saying that the Hattons were leaving Rangoon after the disappearance of their baby daughter, Elvira. Belle is desperate to find out what happened to the sister she never knew she had - but when she starts asking questions, she is confronted with unsettling rumours, malicious gossip, and outright threats. Oliver, an attractive, easy-going American journalist, promises to help her, but an anonymous note tells her not to trust those closest to her. . . Belle survives riots, intruders, and bomb attacks - but nothing will stop her in her mission to uncover the truth. Can she trust her growing feelings for Oliver? Is her sister really dead? And could there be a chance Belle might find her?''A ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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"Richly nuanced and beautiful. . . . An immersive and magical tale of loneliness, love, and finding hope.” (Buzzfeed)“A layered novel of many complex characters…To keep their worlds safe, Chava and Ahmad must access both their greatest supernatural powers and their deepest human impulses.” (Historical Novels Review) In this enthralling historical epic, set in New York City and the Middle East in the years leading to World War I— the long-awaited follow-up to the acclaimed New York Times bestseller The Golem and the Jinni—Helene Wecker revisits her beloved characters Chava and Ahmad as they confront unexpected new challenges in a rapidly changing human world.Chava is a golem, a woman made of clay, who can hear the thoughts and longings of those around her and feels compelled by her nature to help them. Ahmad is a jinni, a restless creature of fire, once free to roam the desert but now imprisoned in the shape of a man. Fearing they’ll be exposed as monsters, these magical beings hide their true selves and try to pass as human—just two more immigrants in the bustling world of 1900s Manhattan. Brought together under calamitous circumstances, their lives are now entwined—but they’re not yet certain of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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"Richly nuanced and beautiful. . . . An immersive and magical tale of loneliness, love, and finding hope.” (Buzzfeed)“A layered novel of many complex characters…To keep their worlds safe, Chava and Ahmad must access both their greatest supernatural powers and their deepest human impulses.” (Historical Novels Review) In this enthralling historical epic, set in New York City and the Middle East in the years leading to World War I— the long-awaited follow-up to the acclaimed New York Times bestseller The Golem and the Jinni—Helene Wecker revisits her beloved characters Chava and Ahmad as they confront unexpected new challenges in a rapidly changing human world.Chava is a golem, a woman made of clay, who can hear the thoughts and longings of those around her and feels compelled by her nature to help them. Ahmad is a jinni, a restless creature of fire, once free to roam the desert but now imprisoned in the shape of a man. Fearing they’ll be exposed as monsters, these magical beings hide their true selves and try to pass as human—just two more immigrants in the bustling world of 1900s Manhattan. Brought together under calamitous circumstances, their lives are now entwined—but they’re not yet certain of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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FROM THE NUMBER 1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE TEA PLANTER''S WIFE The Separation, Dinah Jefferies'' stunning debut novel, is the heartbreaking tale of a family fractured by lies and one mother''s love reaching across the distance of years and continents.A country at war with itself,a family divided and betrayed,a bond that can never be broken...Malaya, 1955. Lydia Cartwright returns from visiting a sick friend to an empty house. The servants are gone. The phone is dead. Where is her husband Alec? Her young daughters, Emma and Fleur? Fearful and desperate, she contacts the British District Officer and learns that Alec has been posted up country. But why didn''t he wait? Why did he leave no message? Lydia''s search takes her on a hazardous journey through war-torn jungle. Forced to turn to Jack Harding, a man she''d vowed to leave in her past, she sacrifices everything to be reunited with her family.And while carrying her own secrets, Lydia will soon face a devastating betrayal which may be more than she can bear . . .

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Devatenáctiletá Gwendolyn je krátce vdaná. Do svého manžela, téměř o dvacet let staršího vdovce, majitele čajových plantáží na Cejlonu, se zamilovala v Londýně. Teď se nemůže dočkat, až po dlouhé cestě vystoupí z lodi a začne nový život se svým manželem. Její muž se ale najednou chová úplně jinak než v Anglii. Je vzdálený a odtažitý, celé dny pohlcený prací, a Gwen tak zůstává v cizím prostředí sama. Prázdnotu dní vyplňuje zkoumáním svého nového domova, který jí připadá plný tajemství a tísnivých připomínek neznámé minulosti. Neustále nachází něco, co si neumí vysvětlit - zamčené dveře pokojů v plantážnickém sídle, zažloutlé svatební šaty v zaprášené truhle nebo zarostlý hrob v zahradě… Gwen brzy otěhotní, ale tou dobou už má silné podezření ohledně smrti manželovy první ženy a jejich dítěte. Ve vzdálené kolonii nemá nikoho, komu by se mohla svěřit. Bojí se o osud svého příštího potomka. Lze ovšem těžko poznat, co je jen příliš živá fantazie těhotné ženy, a co už skutečné hrozící nebezpečí. Dinah Jefferies popisuje exotickou přírodu Cejlonu, život místních kolonistů a jejich zaměstnanců, i Gwenino vyzrávání z naivní, opečovávané dcerky z vyšších kruhů v silnou a odhodlanou mladou ženu. Námětem i zpracováním Plantážníkova žena odkazuje ke klasickému příběhu ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Strhující román Dinah Jefferies je poutavý, nezapomenutelný příběh o dívce, která je rozpolcená mezi dvěma světy. Rok 1952, Indočína. Osmnáctiletá Nicole žije ve stínu své hezké starší sestry Sylvie už od chvíle, co jí zemřela matka. Zatímco Sylvie má na starosti rodinnou firmu pro obchod s hedvábím, Nicole dohlíží na opuštěný krámek s hedvábím v oblasti ovládané rebely, kteří se snaží jakýmikoliv prostředky skoncovat s francouzskou nadvládou. Uprostřed vší vřavy a zmatků ve městě, v němž se Francouzi snaží všemi prostředky bránit koloniální zřízení a krutě potlačují každý projev nepokojů, se hlavním útočištěm Nicole stává rodinný krámek s hedvábím. Poprvé se tak ocitá tváří v tvář korupci koloniální vlády a k jejímu zděšení je v tom zapletena i její rodina. Mladý rebel Tran jí nabízí útěk před problémy, zatímco Mark, okouzlující americký obchodník, je mužem, o kterém vždy snila. Ale komu má věřit v tomhle světě, kde nikdo není tím, kým se zdá?Krámek s hedvábím je fascinující příběh o temných tajemstvích, sesterské rivalitě a lásce uprostřed protivenství, na pozadí okouzlujících časů koloniálního Vietnamu.

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‘The desert hides dark secrets…’MARRAKECH 1966Vicky Baudin steps onto a train winding through Morocco, looking for the grandmother she has never met.It’s an epic journey that’ll take her to the edge of Atlas Mountains – and closer to the answers she’s been craving all her life.But dark secrets whisper amongst the dunes. And in unlocking the mystery of Clemence’s past, Vicky will unearth great danger too . . .Five-star reader reviews for Night Train to Marrakech‘A love story and a thriller all in one’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Epic storytelling’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Utterly spellbinding’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A book to lose yourself in’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Fabulous, heart-stopping read, absolutely unputdownable in places’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Full of mystery and drama’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Political tensions, murders and love, this book has them all….’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Full of twists and turns’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A historical novel, this is also a suspenseful thriller'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Atmospheric, drew me into the souks of Marrakech’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This is a story of family, friendships, love and war’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐A ‘gripping story of love, betrayal and danger’Woman’s Weekly ‘An enthralling story’ Woman‘An utterly atmospheric, gripping read that transports you to Marrakech . . . a real page-turner’ SUSAN LEWIS‘A world of stunning beauty and extreme danger . . . Dinah Jefferies is at the top of her game’ GILL PAUL‘A mouthwatering ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Nineteen-year-old Gwendolyn Hooper is newly married to a rich and charming widower, eager to join him on his tea plantation, determined to be the perfect wife and mother.But life in Ceylon is not what Gwen expected. The plantation workers are resentful, the neighbours treacherous. And there are clues to the past - a dusty trunk of dresses, an overgrown gravestone in the grounds - that her husband refuses to discuss.Just as Gwen finds her feet, disaster strikes. She faces a terrible choice, hiding the truth from almost everyone, but a secret this big can''t stay buried forever . . .

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A romantic, heart-wrenching tale of love against the odds from the Number One Sunday Times bestselling author1930, Rajputana, India. Since her husband''s death, 28-year-old photojournalist Eliza''s only companion has been her camera. When the British Government send her to an Indian princely state to photograph the royal family, she''s determined to make a name for herself.But when Eliza arrives at the palace she meets Jay, the Prince''s handsome, brooding brother. While Eliza awakens Jay to the poverty of his people, he awakens her to the injustices of British rule. Soon Jay and Eliza find they have more in common than they think. But their families - and society - think otherwise. Eventually they will have to make a choice between doing what''s expected, or following their hearts. . .

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Ve třicátých letech minulého století přijíždí do Indie osmadvacetiletá ovdovělá fotografka Eliza, aby zdokumentovala život v knížecím paláci. Není to její první pobyt v zemi: Eliza tu do svých deseti let vyrůstala, ale po tragické smrti otce s matkou odjela do Anglie. Teď se vrací do míst, která si zamilovala, odhodlaná věnovat všechny síly své první významné profesionální zakázce.V paláci mahárádži, kde má strávit rok života, se setká nejen s okouzlujícím mladým princem Džajem, ale také s intrikami, předsudky a zaostalými tradicemi. Vztah se vzdělaným pokrokovým Džajem jí otevírá oči i k tomu, aby začala chápat nespravedlivé politické poměry v zemi, ve všem silně podřízené arogantní britské správě. Když se přátelství mezi Elizou a Džajem změní ve vášnivou zakázanou lásku, nevyhnutelně nastává okamžik, kdy si každý z nich musí vybrat mezi povinností ke své rodině i zemi, a mezi hlasem srdce. Navíc to vypadá, že Eliza má v paláci víc nepřátel než jen krásnou tajemnou Indiru, která je do prince sama zamilovaná. A někteří z nich se nezastaví před ničím…

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Láska, přátelství, nenávist i schopnost odpustitStrhující román Skrytý palác je druhou částí trilogie Dcery války. Dramatický příběh se odehrává mezi lety 1925 až 1947 v Paříži, na Sicílii, Maltě a v anglickém hrabství Devonshire. Hrdinkami románu o lásce , přátelství, naději, odvaze a odhodlání, o nenávisti i schopnosti odpustit jsou Florence a její teta Rosalie.Florence je v roce 1944 nucena uprchnout z okupované Francie a opustit milovaný domov v údolí řeky Dordogne. Zároveň chce splnit slib daný matce, aby našla její sestru Rosalii, která před mnoha lety utekla od rodičů, aby si splnila svůj sen stát se tanečnicí.Florence souhlasí a přitom doufá, že najde-li Rosalii, podaří se jí odhalit tajemství matčiny minulosti.Pátrání po zmizelé tetě zavede Florence na Maltu, okouzlující ostrov, který za války prošel velmi krušným obdobím. Zprvu se zdá, že Rosalie zmizela beze stopy. Vybledlý poslední dopis od ní je jediným vodítkem, válka se zdá nepřekonatelnou překážkou - a čas se krátí...Její pátrání ji nakonec zavede do starobylých, medově zbarvených klikatých uliček města Mdina, do tajuplného, skrytého paláce…

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The first in the new sweeping historical series from the No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author‘A warm and engrossing tale of passion and courage. I loved it’ Rachel Hore, bestselling author of A Beautiful SpyFrance, 1944.Deep in the river valley of the Dordogne, in an old stone cottage on the edge of a beautiful village, three sisters long for the end of the war.Hélène, the eldest, is trying her hardest to steer her family to safety, even as the Nazi occupation becomes more threatening.Elise, the rebel, is determined to help the Resistance, whatever the cost.And Florence, the dreamer, just yearns for a world where France is free.Then, one dark night, the Allies come knocking for help. And Hélène knows that she cannot sit on the sidelines any longer. But secrets from their own mysterious past threaten to unravel everything they hold most dear…The first in an epic new series from the No.1 Sunday Times bestseller, Daughters of War is a stunning tale of sisters, secrets and bravery in the darkness of war-torn France… ‘A wonderfully evocative and sensual writer’ Santa Montefiore, bestselling author of Here and Now‘Love, grief, abandonment, betrayal and secrets … I adored it’ Liz Nugent, bestselling author of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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For the Love of the Sea II is a compilation by award-winning author Jenny Jefferies that celebrates Britain''s cornucopian coastline through the people, produce and practices that define it. Discover the stories and recipes of 40 contributors, from fishmongers to foragers and basket weavers to marine scientists, or find your next destination restaurant to sample freshly caught seafood all over the UK. Home cooks will love the variety of delicious dishes to try: Haddock Scotch Egg, Thai Red Curry Mussels, Stargazy Pie and Mediterranean Roasted Whole Seabass are just a few of the recipes included. With 10% of the net profits going to The Food Teachers Centre charity, this book champions sustainability and education, helping us all to fall back in love with our shores.

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Ada has lived close to the great rainforest for her whole life, helping her beloved Papa Eze to heal fello villagers when they fall sick. But when Papa Eze himself becomes ill, he knows he must tell Ada the truth about her real identity – something he has kept hidden to protect his daughter from danger. Ada must now travel deep into the forest and discover the ancient Edo kingdom of Benin, connect with her past and to use everything within her power to heal the terrible divisions that are tearing the kingdom apart. Pursued by those who want her dead, Ada sets off on a journey which will test her strength to the limit – with just her friends, the guidance of her ancestors and her own self-belief to help her.Children of the Benin Kingdom is fast paced adventure story, set in one of Africa’s most fascinating civilisations, the Edo Kingdom of Benin. Written by British Nigerian author Dinah Orji, the book appeals to any child that likes to be transported to another world and is about friendship, loyalty and the bonds of family. The story is rich in historical detail and the cultural traditions of West Africa and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''Love, Love, Love! I absolutely devoured this book... The ultimate locked room mystery... The Reverend was my absolute favourite! Always 5 steps behind and completely clumsy. I loved all the scenes he was in. If you love historical fiction and mysteries then this book will take your fancy!'' Reader Review,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The ultimate locked room mystery. A housekeeper determined to solve it.When one of the ladies in residence at Hampton Court Palace fails to answer her maid''s call in the morning, Mrs Lydia Bramble, palace housekeeper, is called in to investigate.What Mrs Bramble finds sends shockwaves through the whole palace: Miss Philomena Franklin, slumped over her desk, a knife in her back.With the police determined to bark up the wrong tree, Mrs Bramble decides to take up her own investigation with the help of her maid, Kitty. After all, as servants, they know just how many dangerous secrets and secret squabbles the genteel residents of the palace apartments harbour.A brilliantly fun cozy mystery, perfect for fans of SJ Bennett and T E Kinsey. What everyone is saying about Murder at the Palace:''A refreshingly fun, different and exciting read!... I could do nothing else but laugh at the final line! I really hope ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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*A mind-boggling locked door mystery written in collaboration with the Historic Royal Palaces*'Love, Love, Love! I absolutely devoured this book... The ultimate locked room mystery' READER REVIEW ?????When one of the ladies in residence at Hampton Court Palace fails to answer her maid's call in the morning, Mrs Lydia Bramble, palace housekeeper, is called in to investigate. What Mrs Bramble finds sends shockwaves through the whole palace: Miss Philomena Franklin, slumped over her desk, a knife in her back. With the police determined to bark up the wrong tree, Mrs Bramble decides to take up her own investigation with the help of Miss Franklin's maid. After all, as servants, they know just how many dangerous secrets and secret squabbles the genteel residents of the palace apartments harbour. ***More reader praise for Murder at the Palace:'A refreshingly fun, different and exciting read!... I could do nothing else but laugh at the final line! I really hope this gets a sequel of sorts so we can see what happens next; I was highly entertained reading this.' ?????'Great historical mystery. I didn't figure it out... doesn't get dull. Great writing. I will definitely look for more by this new to me author. Would ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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June Hur, critically acclaimed author of The Silence of Bones and The Forest of Stolen Girls, returns with The Red Palace-a third evocative, atmospheric historical mystery perfect for fans of Courtney Summers and Kerri Maniscalco.To enter the palace means to walk a path stained in blood...Joseon (Korea), 1758. There are few options available to illegitimate daughters in the capital city, but through hard work and study, eighteen-year-old Hyeon has earned a position as a palace nurse. All she wants is to keep her head down, do a good job, and perhaps finally win her estranged father's approval.But Hyeon is suddenly thrust into the dark and dangerous world of court politics when someone murders four women in a single night, and the prime suspect is Hyeon's closest friend and mentor. Determined to prove her beloved teacher's innocence, Hyeon launches her own secret investigation.In her hunt for the truth, she encounters Eojin, a young police inspector also searching for the killer. When evidence begins to point to the Crown Prince himself as the murderer, Hyeon and Eojin must work together to search the darkest corners of the palace to uncover the deadly secrets behind the bloodshed.Praise for The Red Palace:An ABA Indie ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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From the critically acclaimed author of A Crane Among Wolves, The Red Palace is an atmospheric historical mystery perfect for fans of Courtney Summers and Kerri Maniscalco - WITH A BONUS EPILOGUE! To enter the palace means to walk a path stained in blood... 1758, Joseon. There are few options available to illegitimate daughters in the capital city, but through hard work and study, eighteen-year-old Hyeon has earned a position as a palace nurse.All she wants is to keep her head down, do a good job, and perhaps finally win her estranged father's approval. But Hyeon is suddenly thrust into the dark and dangerous world of court politics when someone murders four women in a single night, and the prime suspect is Hyeon's closest friend and mentor. Determined to prove her beloved teacher's innocence, Hyeon launches her own secret investigation.In her hunt for the truth, she encounters Eojin, a young police inspector also searching for the killer. When evidence begins to point to the Crown Prince himself as the murderer, Hyeon and Eojin must work together to search the darkest corners of the palace to uncover the deadly secrets behind the bloodshed.

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Shortlisted for the 2005 Independent Foreign Fiction Prize, Elif Shafak''s The Flea Palace is a moving and highly original novel about a group of individuals who live in the same building and who together become embroiled in a mystery.By turns comic and tragic, The Flea Palace is an outstandingly original novel driven by an overriding sense of social justice.Bonbon Palace was once a stately apartment block in Istanbul. Now it is a sadly dilapidated home to ten wildly different individuals and their families.There''s a womanizing, hard-drinking academic with a penchant for philosophy; a ''clean freak'' and her lice-ridden daughter; a lapsed Jew in search of true love; and a charmingly naïve mistress whose shadowy past lurks in the building. When the rubbish at Bonbon Palace is stolen, a mysterious sequence of events unfolds that result in a soul-searching quest for truth.''Picaresque'' Guardian''Hyperactive and hilarious'' Independent*** ELIF SHAFAK''S NEW NOVEL, THERE ARE RIVERS IN THE SKY, IS AVAILABLE NOW ***

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The Crystal Palace Dinosaurs, a series of thirty-seven incredible sculptures of prehistoric animals and geological displays, were unveiled to the public as part of the famous Crystal Palace Park in 1854. The display, which includes iconic depictions of rhinoceros-like dinosaurs, regal extinct mammals, serpentine marine reptiles and giant, frog-like amphibians, captured a snapshot of palaeontology from a golden era of scientific discovery in the mid-nineteenth century. Today, they are internationally recognized as a milestone in our portrayals of extinct life. This book celebrates these classic scientific artworks and explores: their history, their conception as a wider part of the Crystal Palace project, their execution using unorthodox building materials, their reception by nineteenth century and modern critics, and their enduring mysteries. Hundreds of historic and modern photos and original paintings show modern scientific visions of the extinct animals restored. Written in collaboration with and in support of the Friends of Crystal Palace Dinosaurs charity, this superb book gives the most detailed and complete history of these world-famous sculptures yet, reinforcing their status as masterworks of education and palaeoartistry.

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''Davoudian is an enchanting and intriguing new voice'' Sunday Times''In this formally radical debut, Armen Davoudian shows how rhyme enacts longing for a homeland left behind; how meter sings to a lost beloved; and how a combination of the two can map a self - or idea of the self - relinquished so that a new life, and all the happiness it deserves, can take shape'' Paul Tran''Marks the arrival of a notable new voice . . . The Palace of Forty Pillars is a moving book as well as an elegant one; its central preoccupation with the theme of belonging speaks memorably to one of the most urgent questions of our time'' Andrew MotionWry, tender, and formally innovative, Armen Davoudian''s debut poetry collection, The Palace of Forty Pillars, tells the story of a self estranged from the world around him as a gay adolescent, an Armenian in Iran, and an immigrant in America. It is a story darkened by the long shadow of global tragedies - the Armenian genocide, war in the Middle East, the specter of homophobia. With masterful attention to rhyme and meter, these poems also carefully witness the most intimate encounters: the awkward distance between mother ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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THE FESTIVE FIFTH BOOK IN THE GLOBALLY BESTSELLING CHAPTER-BOOK SERIES ABOUT THE UNICORNIA ACADEMY OF MAGIC – PERFECT FOR FANS OF ISADORA MOON AND FROZEN!Welcome to the magical school where you’ll learn spells, potions and everything you need to know about Unicorns!Claudia and her friends are on a school trip to the Frozen Palace – a wonderland of ice unicorns and everlasting snow! But they soon get lost within the glistening walls. And is the Palace starting to melt?! Get ready for a frosty adventure sparkling with wintry magic, snowflakes and unicorns.With colour illustrations, this magical chapter-book series is great for building confidence in newly independent readers.There’s a whole world of Unicornia to read:Unicornia: Learning to Fly – perfect for talking to children who are worried about starting schoolUnicornia: A Magical Birthday – perfect for birthdays and celebrationsUnicornia: The Cupcake Contest – perfect for budding bakers and for talking to children about teamworkUnicornia: The Dance Show – perfect for talking to children about stage fright and nervesUnicornia: The Frozen Palace – THE BRAND-NEW BOOK COMING SOON! PRE-ORDER NOW FOR THE PERFECT STOCKING FILLER.

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When Norman Eisen moved into the US ambassador''s residence in Prague, returning to the land his mother had fled after the Holocaust, he was startled to discover swastikas hidden beneath the furniture. From that discovery unspooled the captivating, twisting tale of the remarkable people who lived in the house before Eisen. Their story is Europe''s, telling the dramatic and surprisingly cyclical tale of the endurance of liberal democracy: the optimistic Jewish financial baron who built the palace; the conflicted Nazi general who put his life at risk for the house during World War II; the first postwar US ambassador struggling to save both the palace and Prague from communist hands; the child star- turned-diplomat who fought to end totalitarianism; and Eisen''s own mother, whose life demonstrates how those without power and privilege moved through history.The Last Palace chronicles the upheavals that have transformed the continent over the past century and reveals how we never live far from the past.

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Incredible true stories reveal strange new magic in American history in this wondrous first book from the creator of the award-winning podcast The Memory Palace.“One doesn’t often find the words imagination and history in the same sentence. Nate DiMeo has forever woven them together. The Memory Palace wants you to linger, to stay awhile, and find a deeper meaning both in the stories of the past and perhaps in your own life as well.”—Ken BurnsThe Memory Palace is a collection of crystalline historical tales that read like luminous short fiction and, like Nate DiMeo’s acclaimed podcast of the same name, conjure lost moments and forgotten figures who are calling out across time to be remembered.Space capsules filled with fruit flies and future senators. A socialite scientist who gives up her glamorous life to follow love and the elusive prairie chicken. A boy genius on a path to change the world who gets lost in the theoretical possibilities of streetcar transfers. An enslaved man who steals a boat and charts a course that leads him to freedom, war, and Congress. A farmer’s wife who puts down her butter churn, picks up the butter, and becomes an international art star. An amusement ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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We are well aware of the rise of the 1% as the rapid growth of economic inequality has put the majority of the world's wealth in the pockets of fewer and fewer. One much-discussed solution to this imbalance is to significantly increase the rate at which we tax the wealthy. But with an enormous amount of the world's wealth hidden in tax havens in countries like Switzerland, Luxembourg, and the Cayman Islands this wealth cannot be fully accounted for and taxed fairly. No one, from economists to bankers to politicians, has been able to quantify exactly how much of the world's assets are currently hidden until now. Gabriel Zucman is the first economist to offer reliable insight into the actual extent of the world's money held in tax havens. And it's staggering. In The Hidden Wealth of Nations, Zucman offers an inventive and sophisticated approach to quantifying how big the problem is, how tax havens work and are organized, and how we can begin to approach a solution. His research reveals that tax havens are a quickly growing danger to the world economy. In the past five years, the amount of wealth in tax havens has increased over 25% there ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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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 ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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2 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDEOne life changing decision: your husband or your one true love?----------------On a perfect August morning, Elle Bishop heads out for a swim in the pond below ''The Paper Palace'' - her family''s holiday home in Cape Cod. As she dives beneath the water she relives the passionate encounter she had the night before, against the side of the house that knows all her darkest secrets, while her husband and mother chatted to their guests inside...So begins a story that unfolds over twenty-four hours and fifty years, as Elle''s shocking betrayal leads her to a life-changing decision.A PAGE-TURNING SUMMER READ FOR FANS OF WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING AND LITTLE FIRES EVERYWHERE----------------Readers have been gripped by THE PAPER PALACE:***** ''I devoured this book in a couple of days''***** ''I fell in love with the characters''***** ''A heart-rending love story filled with so many complications''Sunday Times Bestseller, September 2022

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Set in Burma during the British invasion of 1885, this masterly novel tells the story of Rajkumar, a poor boy lifted on the tides of social and political chaos, who goes on to create an empire in the Burmese teak forest. When soldiers force the royal family out of the Glass Palace and into exile, Rajkumar befriends Dolly, a young woman in the court of the Burmese Queen, whose love will shape his life. He cannot forget her, and years later, as a rich man, he goes in search of her.From the Booker Prize-shortlisted author, an unforgettable story of love, war and family. Spanning three generations, in Burma, Malaya and India, The Glass Palace is an extraordinary epic.

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WINNER OF THE 2024 GOLDEN POPPY OCTAVIA E. BUTLER AWARD''A brilliant and luminous writer’ Madeline Miller, author of The Song of Achilles and Circe‘Riveting, sublime, magical, and wildly subversive’ Cristina García, author of Dreaming in Cuban''A natural storyteller'' Washington PostTheirs was a love that defied the gods…GLOWING READER REVIEWS‘A beautiful story about the power of autonomy’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Heart-wrenching, hard-hitting, beautifully written, sumptuous, poetic, romantic, and (because Eros is the goddess of desire) utterly scorching in places’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ''A gorgeous retelling, and one I will no doubt read again! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Overall, stunning prose, incredible chemistry, gorgeous characters, just a beauty of a retelling!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘I cannot tell you how much I loved this, there will never be enough words to describe how much I enjoyed the experience of reading this (and believe me there were many tears involved)’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Young, headstrong Psyche has captured the eye of every suitor with her beauty – but also, unfortunately, the jealous gaze of the goddess Aphrodite. As punishment, Psyche is tied to a rock to be sacrificed to a ‘monstrous husband’. And yet, no monster arrives: instead, she is spirited away by Aphrodite’s daughter Eros.Eros, goddess of desire, can change gender at will. And in ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''I''m surprised it isn''t the most famous book in the world'' Max Porter''How simple this novel is. How subtle. How strong. How unlike any other. It is unique. It is unforgettable. It is extraordinary'' Doris Lessing''She was close to the edge now: the ice laid its hand upon her'' The schoolchildren call it the Ice Palace: a frozen waterfall in the Norwegian fjords transformed into a fantastic structure of translucent walls, sparkling towers and secret chambers. It fascinates two young girls, lonely Unn and lively Siss, who strike up an intense friendship. When Unn decides to explore the Ice Palace alone and doesn''t return, Siss must try to cope with the loss of her friend without succumbing to a frozen world of her own making.

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WINNER OF THE WATERSTONES CHILDREN''S BOOK PRIZE (YOUNGER)A magical adventure rooted in Muslim culture and tradition, Nura and the Immortal Palace follows a young girl’s journey from modern-day Pakistan into the world of the jinn.Nura has worked all her life in the mica mines, earning just enough to keep her family afloat – and enjoy the odd delicious gulab jamun from the market. Some day she’s going to find the Demon’s Tongue, a legendary treasure buried deep in the mines, and her family will never have to worry about money again.But when a terrible accident buries her best friend below ground, Nura goes in search of him and passes over into the magical and terrible world of the jinn. Across a pink sea and under a purple sky, she finds her way to a palace, where great riches and a whole new life are on offer.But it’s not long before Nura discovers this world to be as unfair as the real one, and that trickster jinns will always live up to their reputation…

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SHORTLISTED FOR THE BUSINESS BOOK AWARDS 2022Uncover the secret to achieving peak mental performance in the ground-breaking new book, The Hidden Edge: Why Mental Fitness is the Only Advantage That Matters in Business Join eminent leadership and team development expert, Jodie Rogers on an inspiring and insightful journey into managing the most important asset of all – the human mind. Packed full of engaging stories and fascinating real-world case studies,  The Hidden Edge: Why Mental Fitness is the Only Advantage That Matters in Business, applies key psychological concepts to the modern business world. If we want businesses that are agile and adaptable to change, we first need people who are. Jodie will teach you how to leverage perspective, mindset, values and emotions to master your mental fitness and thus improve business performance. A business case is even laid out within the book showing exactly how enhanced mental fitness can positively impact the bottom line of your business. This book not only has the power to improve your own life, but shares resources you can use with your teams to develop an engaged, resilient and more productive workforce.  The Hidden Edge: Why Mental Fitness is the Only Advantage That ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE HIDDEN CLUES AND SIGNS OF NATURE IN THE TURNING OF THE YEAR: BUY NOW IF YOU'RE A NATURE LOVER OR INTERESTED IN NATURAL NAVIGATION'A brilliant guide to the signs and wonders of the natural world . . . the author's alertness and expertise are impressive, and he makes a beguiling and inspiring guide . . . wonderful.' - DAILY MAIL'Gooley preaches attention to patterns in nature like a sommelier describing wine.' - NEW YORK TIMES 'Another triumph from our unsurpassed expert on how to read the signs of nature. Indeed, his best book yet, which is saying something!' - John Lewis-Stempel, author of MEADOWLAND'A book to savour month by month as the seasons turn. Loved it!' - Lara Maiklem, author of MUDLARKING 'The Sherlock Holmes of Nature' - BBC Radio------When we know what to look for and what it means, seasonal moments that were once hidden shine brightly. In The Hidden Seasons, Tristan Gooley shows us how to read the clues that the sun, moon, stars, plants, fungi, animals, water and weather give us - but that we continually miss, because we don't know how and where to look. Autumn is a time for reading ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The micro-friends arrive on Planet Exis, but a space villain called Badlaw is waiting for them! Now Nok needs the friends'' help to defeat Badlaw and save the planet. Find out what happens in Planet Exis. In Attack of the Buzzles, our heroes are chased by a swarm of scary-looking insects will they be able to get away?Nok leads the micro-friends to his home to find his parents, the King and Queen of Exis, but the palace is deserted. Find out what''s happened to them in The Empty Palace.In Battle with the Beast, the mysterious Arkon explains to Max, Cat, Ant, Tiger and Nok about the mission that they must go on but first they must face a giant energy beast!Nok loses the precious mission map in Nurp Stampede. Find out if the micro-friends can get it back before they are spotted by Badlaw''s Krools. In The Trap, Nok is caught in a trap set by the Krools. Find out if Max, Cat, Ant, Tiger and Seven can save him in time.Each book comes with notes on the inside front and back covers for teachers, TAs and parents/carers, which give question prompts and points for discussion, challenge words, and additional ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Project X: Alien Adventures: Turquoise: The Empty Palace - Tony Bradman

Sweeping and evocative, The Hidden Girl is a lost treasure from the global number one bestselling author Lucinda Riley. You can’t alter destiny . . . Born and raised in a small village on the Yorkshire moors, Leah Thompson grows more beautiful with each passing day. When she catches the attention of the influential, troubled Delancey family, she knows her life will never be the same again.Years later, Leah takes the modelling world by storm, travelling from Milan to London and New York and living life in the lap of luxury. But her past follows her like a dark shadow, mysteriously intertwined with the tragic tale of two young siblings in Poland during the Second World War. As two generations of secrets threaten to explode, Leah is haunted by a fatal, forgotten prophecy from her past, and must fight to challenge the destiny that has been mapped out for her in the stars . . . Long before she became the bestselling author of The Seven Sisters series, Lucinda Riley wrote Hidden Beauty as Lucinda Edmonds.This standalone novel has been reworked and given new life as The Hidden Girl by Harry Whittaker, Lucinda’s son and co-author of Atlas: The Story ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''This book did nothing less than make me re-see the world . . . Original, and very clever'' - Sathnam Sanghera, author of EmpirelandBorders draw one map of the world; money draws another. A journalist’s riveting account exposes a parallel universe exempt from the laws of the land, and how the wealthy and powerful benefit from it.The map of the globe shows the world we think we know: sovereign nations that grant and restrict their citizens’ rights. Beneath, above, and tucked inside its neatly delineated borders, however, a parallel universe has been engineered into existence, consisting of thousands of extraterritorial zones that operate largely autonomously, increasingly for the benefit of the wealthy and powerful.Atossa Abrahamian traces the rise of the hidden globe to thirteenth-century Switzerland, where poor cantons marketed the commodity they had—bodies, in the form of mercenary fighters. Following its evolution around the world, she reveals how prize-winning economists, eccentric theorists, visionary statesmen, and consultants masterminded its export in the form of free trade zones, flags of convenience, offshore detention centers where immigrants languish in limbo, and charter cities controlled by by foreign governments and multinational foreign corporations—and even into outer space, where tiny Luxembourg aspires to mining rights ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Hidden Girl is a lost treasure from the author of The Seven Sisters series, Lucinda Riley. Discover this sweeping and evocative reimagined novel from an author loved by millions of readers worldwide. You can’t alter destiny . . . Born and raised in a small village on the Yorkshire moors, Leah Thompson grows more beautiful with each passing day.When she catches the attention of the influential, troubled Delancey family, she knows her life will never be the same again. Years later, Leah takes the modelling world by storm, travelling from Milan to London and New York and living life in the lap of luxury. But her past follows her like a dark shadow, mysteriously intertwined with the tragic tale of two young siblings in Poland during the Second World War.As two generations of secrets threaten to explode, Leah is haunted by a fatal, forgotten prophecy from her past, and must fight to challenge the destiny that has been mapped out for her in the stars . . .Long before she became the bestselling author of The Seven Sisters series, Lucinda Riley wrote Hidden Beauty as Lucinda Edmonds. This standalone novel has been reworked and given new life as The ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''Tremendous. Tight plotting and strong writing carries the narrative along to a chilling conclusion'' HARRIET TYCE, AUTHOR OF BLOOD ORANGEA STUNNING NEW PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER, FROM THE AUTHOR OF CLOSE TO ME AND LYING TO YOUEvery marriage has its problems. But would Julia Blake really have just walked out of hers, leaving no trace?Max Blake knows more about his wife''s disappearance than he''s letting on.That''s what the police think anyway. But with no body, the case is growing cold...One young journalist thinks she can find out the truth.But the more time she spends with Max at the couple''s remote estate, the higher the risk to her own safety. And whatever happened to Julia Blake may be her fate next...MORE PRAISE FOR THE HIDDEN WIFE:''[A] jaw-droppingly good read . . . Reynolds is a master in psychological drama'' Nicola Smith, Daily Record''Loved The Hidden Wife. Brilliantly atmospheric, thrilling and creepy'' Karen Hamilton, The Perfect Girlfriend''A great read with lots of twists and turns and emotions. Gripping!'' Katie Fforde, author of A Rose Petal Summer''Great plotting, great atmosphere'' Caz Frear, author of Sweet Little Lies''A claustrophobic and chilling tale of marital jealousy and secrets'' Fiona Cummins, author of Rattle''Thrillingly clever, with not a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Pre-order The Secrets of Dragonfly Lodge, the captivating new novel from the million-copy bestselling author Rachel Hore, coming Summer 2025. 'A dramatic, warm-hearted, wonderfully written read.' DAILY MAIL 'Gorgeous' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING'A gripping read' HELLO!Sunday Times bestseller Rachel Hore’s captivating new novel of secrets, loss and betrayal - set on the beautiful Cornish coast during World War Two and the heady days of the 1960s. When talented musician Gray Robinson persuades Belle to abandon her university studies and follow him to Silverwood, home to an artistic community on the Cornish coast, Belle happily agrees even though they’ve only just met. She knows she is falling in love, and the thought of spending a carefree summer with Gray is all she can think about. But being with Gray isn’t the only reason Belle agrees to accompany him to Silverwood. Why does the name Silverwood sound so familiar? What is its connection to a photo of her as a baby, taken on a nearby beach? And who is Imogen Lockhart, a wartime nurse who lived at Silverwood many years ago? As the summer months unfold, Belle begins to learn the truth – about secrets from the past that have been kept hidden, but ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Irresistible feasts to share and remember with family and friends from the ocean, fields and clifftops of Cornwall.Simon Stallard set up The Hidden Hut to huge critical acclaim in 2011. An outdoor restaurant in Cornwall, tucked down on a remote sandy beach with no road access and completely off grid. He cooks up huge atmospheric open-air feasts for their diners throughout the year. In 2017, over 22,000 people applied for just 600 covers over their summer season, with tickets selling out within minutes of release each month, making it the hottest restaurant ticket in the UK. Simon’s cooking techniques have become iconic in Cornwall – from fire pits in the sand to wind-chime fish smokers and wood-fired rotisseries – his feasts are influenced by the smouldering fires and field-to-fork Cornish produce that fill his outdoor beach kitchen.The Hidden Hut cookbook showcases inspiration for creating magical and memorable feasts. The recipes are adapted for the home cook and include delicious, achievable dishes for both small family meals and larger gatherings. Many of the recipes have the option to be cooked indoors conventionally or outdoors over fire.As well as sharing the feasts that made them so famous, there are further favourite Hidden ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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“A family secret, a DNA test, a journey as rich and colorful as the early-day circus itself. Through Cecily Larson’s hidden life, Ellen Baker tenderly examines personal determination, lost love, family ties, and our innate need to discover our own truth.” — Lisa Wingate, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Before We Were Yours and Before and AfterOrphan Train meets Before We Were Yours meets Water for Elephants in this compelling historical fiction family saga of survival, love, and the families we make. In 1924, four-year-old Cecily Larson’s mother reluctantly drops her off at an orphanage in Chicago, promising to be back once she’s made enough money to support both Cecily and herself. But she never returns, and shortly after high-spirited Cecily turns seven, she is sold to a traveling circus, a world of performance and secrets, to perform as the “little sister” to glamorous bareback rider Isabelle DuMonde. With Isabelle and the rest of the circus, Cecily finally feels she’s found the family she craves. But as the years go by, the cracks in her little world begin to show. And when teenage Cecily meets and falls in love with a young roustabout named Lucky, she finds her ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A highly original collection of high magnification photographs that unlock the hidden beauty of seeds and fruit, from award-winning photographer Levon Biss, the author of MicrosculptureThe Hidden Beauty of Seeds & Fruits is a photographic study that celebrates the wonders of nature and science in mind-blowing magnification. Levon Biss’s striking photography captures the breathtaking and beautiful details of the world of carpology, the study of seeds and fruits. Each picture reveals minute features and textures that are normally invisible to the naked eye, providing the audience with an insight into strange and often bizarre adaptations that have evolved over thousands of years. After spending months searching through the carpological collection at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Biss selected over 100 striking samples to be featured in this book. Captioned with scientific text that provides the backstory for each specimen, The Hidden Beauty of Seeds & Fruits is guaranteed to amaze, entertain, and educate.

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*An International Bestseller from the author of People Like Us, shortlisted for the RSL Christopher Bland Prize and the RNA Historical Romantic Novel Award 2021* From the outside, Eleanor and Edward Hamilton have the perfect life, but they''re harbouring a secret that threatens to fracture their entire world. London, 1929. Eleanor Hamilton is a dutiful mother, a caring sister and an adoring wife to a celebrated war hero. Her husband, Edward, is a pioneer in the eugenics movement. The Hamiltons are on the social rise, and it looks as though their future is bright.When Mabel, their young daughter, begins to develop debilitating seizures, they have to face an uncomfortable truth: Mabel has epilepsy – one of the ''undesirable'' conditions that Edward campaigns against.Forced to hide their daughter away so as to not jeopardise Edward''s life''s work, the couple must confront the truth of their past – and the secrets that have been buried.Will Eleanor and Edward be able to fight for their family? Or will the truth destroy them? ''Shocking, emotive, and compelling, but ultimately a story of hope. I loved it'' – Deborah Carr, bestselling author of The Poppy Field''A poignant rendering of love and motherhood, human frailty and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Hidden Histories of Flowers reveals the captivating world of flowers. From the symbolism and meaning behind flowers and how these have evolved over time, to how humans interact with flowers based on cultural and geographical differences, to how flowers have been coveted for their medicinal aspects as well as for their visual merits, The Hidden Histories of Flowers showcases fascinating details of flowers and our relationship with them. If you find yourself wondering about the deeper meanings behind flowers and are keen to investigate their inner workings and place in history, The Hidden Histories of Flowers is the perfect place to begin your exploration.

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The second action-packed FIREBORN adventure‘The best kind of children’s fantasy story: thrilling and imaginative’ B. B. Alston, author of Amari and the Night Brothers‘The perfect balance of high adventure, breathless action and eerie wonder’ Jonathan Stroud, author of the Bartimaeus trilogyHOPE GROWS FROM THE ASHES …Twelve has chosen a Hunter name to reflect her elemental powers: Phoenix. When she and her friends learn that the witch-palace of Icegaard is in grave danger, they must battle frightening new monsters and find a way to defeat the evil force.But as Phoenix tries to control her fiery powers, the faceless Croke begins to haunt her dreams and she will have to fight with everything she’s got to save Icegaard and all of Ember.The adventure continues in Starling and the Cavern of Light, the third and final book in the FIREBORN series.

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“What if I told you that the feeling we call love is actually the feeling of metaphysical recognition, when your soul remembers someone from a previous life?”In the year 4 BCE, an ambitious courtier is called upon to seduce the young emperor—but quickly discovers they are both ruled by blood, sex and intrigue.In 1740, a lonely innkeeper agrees to help a mysterious visitor procure a rare medicine, only to unleash an otherworldly terror instead.And in present-day Los Angeles, a college student meets a beautiful stranger and cannot shake the feeling they’ve met before.Across these seemingly unrelated timelines woven together only by the twists and turns of fate, two men are reborn, lifetime after lifetime. Within the treacherous walls of an ancient palace and the boundless forests of the Asian wilderness to the heart-pounding cement floors of underground rave scenes, our lovers are inexplicably drawn to each other, constantly tested by the worlds around them.As their many lives intertwine, they begin to realize the power of their undying love—a power that transcends time itself…but one that might consume them both.

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