the island escape ryder jess

Forty years ago, the island was paradise. Now, it’s haunted by shadows of the past.When Juno arrives at the breathtaking Greek island of Inios, she has one purpose: to find the father she’s never met.But he isn’t there, and nothing is as she expected. As whispers follow her every step, Juno is convinced something terrible happened all those years ago when her parents fell in love.Desperate for answers, Juno knows she can’t leave the island until her family secret that has been hidden for decades is finally uncovered.Little does she know how far someone will go to keep it buried…___________________________________Praise for Jess Ryder:''Gripping'' Sunday Times Style''Full of surprises'' Sun''A great read'' Catherine Cooper, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Island''Kept me up late into the early hours'' Ali Lowe, bestselling author of The Running Club''‘You’ll love the way the chapters switch from the weekend of the murder to the return visit, as the hunt for the killer takes some unexpected, and violent, turns'' Daily Express__________________Reader Reviews:''An excellent, fast-paced psychological thriller'' 5* Reader Review''A fantastic and original read'' 5* Reader Review''Amazing writing'' 5* Reader Review''Not the ending I was expecting, but it was the ending I didn''t know I wanted'' 5* Reader Review''The characters were great, the story itself was very enjoyable and suspenseful, the setting was fantastic'' 5* Reader Review

Objev podobné jako The Island Escape - Ryder Jess

You've got everything she wants ... Newly married Natasha has the perfect house, a loving husband and a beautiful little girl called Emily. She'd have it all if it wasn't for Jen, her husband's ex-wife who just won't leave them alone ... Then Natasha returns home one day to find her husband and Emily gone without trace. Desperate to get her daughter back, Natasha will do anything - even if it means accepting an offer of help from Jen.But can she trust her? And do either of them really know the man they married?If you loved The Girl on the Train, Gone Girl or The Couple Next Door then this dark, twisting psychological thriller from Amazon chart bestseller Jess Ryder is guaranteed to have you gripped.What readers are saying about The Ex-Wife: 'OH BOY, Jess Ryder definitely knows how to mess with your head... Riveting, enthralling... had me hooked... I absolutely loved this gripping story of deceit, manipulation, relashionships and forgiveness...definitely worth more than five stars...' Nicki's Life of Crime, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book is AMAZING, kept me on my seat the whole time, I could not put it down. The plot was intense... kept me guessing who was telling the truth. I loved it.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'One major rollercoaster of a story!... Chilling... captivating... My gob was well and truly smacked! This book is definitely one that you need to read right to the last word!... Fantastic... Intense... the tension was electrifying and the writing was brilliant! You have to read this book!' Stardust Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wow this is a stonker of a book. Gripped me... even made my bath water go cold in a desperate attempt to finish it. Fantastic characters and a plot that takes hold and doesn't let go. This is going in my top reads!' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A ton of twists in this novel!... The ending. WHEW!... It blows your mind! If you like Girl on the Train, you will surely enjoy this. I would totally read this one again.' Live, Read, and Prosper, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Had me hooked... an excellent thriller... there are A LOT of things you don't see coming... I could not consume the words fast enough, the end of every chapter had me wanting more!' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I knew this book would be full of twists. But I didn't know how full of twists it would be... Brilliantly written and the twisty plot is compelling.' The Bandwagon, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'My first Jess Ryder book and it won't be my last!... What a fantastic read... So many twists, it kept you guessing... The ending was brilliant... I was completely floored... A perfect thriller in my book!' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Absolutely loved this book!... Really drew me in and I couldn't put it down... Can't wait to read more from Jess Ryder.' Booking Good Read, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Objev podobné jako The Ex-Wife - Ryder Jess

Discover the gripping summer thriller from the bestselling author of The Ex-Wife'One of those books that grabs you from the start and doesn't let go. . .' 5* Reader Review'The perfect holiday read' Kia Abdullah, bestselling author of Those People Next Door'You won't be able to put it down' Business Post'A wonderful twisty read' Ava Glass, bestselling author of The Traitor______________________________________Three years ago, bride-to-be Aoife died at her own hen party.Now the hens have returned to the villa where that terrible weekend unfolded. They long for closure. But the moment they step back inside, old wounds open and tensions begin to rise.Everyone has a different version of what happened that night. Someone is keeping secrets. How far will they go to keep them hidden?__________________________Praise for The Villa .. . 'Gripping' Sunday Times Style'Full of surprises' Sun'A great read' Catherine Cooper, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Island'Kept me up late into the early hours' Ali Lowe, bestselling author of The Running Club'‘You’ll love the way the chapters switch from the weekend of the murder to the return visit, as the hunt for the killer takes some unexcepted, and violent, turns' Daily Express 'The Villa looks destined to be Jess Ryder’s most successful psychological thriller yet’ The Herald'An excellent, fast-paced psychological thriller' 5* Reader Review'A fantastic and original read' 5* Reader Review'Amazing writing' 5* Reader Review'Not the ending I was expecting, but it was the ending I didn't know I wanted' 5* Reader Review'The characters were great, the story itself was very enjoyable and suspenseful, the setting was fantastic' 5* Reader Review

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As five friends paddle around the bay in their dinghy, none of them see a storm coming until it''s too late. Swept out to sea, the children end up on a desert island. Follow them in this exciting playscript, as they explore the island and try to find a way to escape – and discover that sometimes it''s the most unlikely person who saves the day.Gold/Band 9 fiction offers developing readers literary language and stories with distinctive characters.Text type: A playscriptA map of the island on pages 22 and 23 help readers to retrace the events of the play.Curriculum links: Citizenship: Taking part – developing skills of communication and participation; Art and design: people in action; Geography: An island home.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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Let Top 5 bestselling author Kate Frost whisk you away to Kefalonia and Villa Aster where the sun shines and the Ionian sea glistens...Can a Greek escape be the start of something special?Xanthe Fox has it all: a famous, drop-dead gorgeous boyfriend, a dream career and bright future – until heartbreak sends her life into a tailspin. So when Xanthe’s Greek godmother unexpectedly leaves her a villa on the sumptuous island of Kefalonia, Xanthe jumps at the chance to put her life in London on hold and escape to the island hideaway to rethink her future. The break allows Xanthe the time to explore her passions, sift through her feelings and discover more about her estranged Greek family while renovating her godmother’s enchanting Villa Aster. But not everyone is happy to see her. Unfazed by her hostile neighbours and after making a mortifying mistake with a sexy builder, Xanthe is equally charmed by Kefalonia and a handsome, brooding gardener. Chasing dreams, taking chances and saying ‘yes’ has the potential to turn Xanthe’s life upside down, but will a summer escape allow her to sparkle once more?Praise for Kate Frost:'A story that reminds us to take risks and follow our hearts' - Gillian Harvey'This book was such a lovely read, gorgeous setting and great characters.' - Reader Review'Highly recommended – A fabulous location, I wish I was there. A thoughtful, heartfelt story of love, relationships and reconciliation. My first Kate Frost book, but definitely not my last!' - Sandy Barker'Brilliant story I never wanted to put it down I even shed a few tears and had plenty laughs too.' - Reader Review'If you are looking for a perfect dose of summer sunshine, this is the book for you!' -Sarah Bennett'I am a Grecophile and I love a good story. The charachters are wonderful and the story really engaging. A great read for the holidays - beach days or poolside.' - Reader Review'A perfect escape, with sunshine, devastating secrets, tears, smiles and a hero you will fall in love with.' - Jennifer Bohnet'Loved it. Great book, recommend it to anyone who loves romance. Would love to read a second book. Love reading Kate books.' - Reader Review'A beautiful novel about life choices and moving on. Should be read by a pool with a glass of Prosecco in one hand' - T.A. Williams'A lovely escapist tale full of heart, friendship and promise' - Annie Robertson

Objev podobné jako A Greek Island Escape - Kate Frost

The Last Bear meets The Life of Pi in this adventure-filled survival story set on a lush Cambodian island! Meet 12-year-old Lark, who finds herself ship-wrecked with no one but a baby gibbon for company. Can she survive storms, lack of food and jelly-fish infested waters and find her way home?''If you''re reading this, hopefully you''ve come to rescue me. My name is Lark Taylor, and I''ve been shipwrecked on an island. The last mainland I was on was Cambodia, miles and miles away from home...''When Lark''s mum takes her family with her on a research trip to Cambodia, Lark never expects that she''ll end up stranded on a deserted island! But that''s exactly what happens when her boat is shipwrecked.With her only companion a baby gibbon, Lark faces many dangers - brutal storms, scorching sunshine and jellyfish-infested waters. And with dwindling food and water, she must make a plan to find her way off the island before it''s too late...Formatted as Lark''s diary with lined journal pages, gorgeous design details and a special map of Gibbon Island by Rob Biddulph, this is a gorgeous survival story that will have you on the edge of your seat.

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When Sheriff Cornelius Doyle is killed, his estranged son Kane sets out to find the culprit, hoping to reconcile with a family that doesn't want to know him - but he soon discovers that his father's apparently honourable life was a lie. The sheriff had become a legend when he killed the notorious outlaw Jesse Sawyer, but Kane discovers that the facts are at odds with the legend, as Jesse is still alive. With the sheriff's murder apparently being connected to the events of ten years ago, Kane hopes that Jesse can lead him to the killer. Instead he uncovers a dark secret that will not only put his life in peril, but could make it impossible for his family to ever accept him.

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Join children's author and vet Dr Jess French and explore how animal bodies work, and the amazing things they can do. The Animal Body Book is a friendly introduction to animal anatomy, perfect for any child fascinated by animals or budding veterinarians. With nine chapters covering skeletons, circulation, digestion, the senses and more, every aspect of anatomy is covered, all clearly explained by animal expert Dr Jess French.Animals perform extraordinary feats every day, from breathing underwater to flying, but how do they do these amazing things? The answers lie in the miraculous forms and features of their bodies. This fascinating animal anatomy book for kids offers: Detailed but child-friendly illustrations of animal biology on every page. Information by animal expert and children’s TV presenter Jess French. First of its kind material focusing on animal biology for children aged 5-9. 9 chapters which break down different anatomy, covering: skeletons, muscles, circulation, breathing, digestion, the senses, reproduction, skin, and invertebrates. From a whale's enormous heart and an owl's sensitive ears, to a tortoise's tough shell and an insect's unusual eyes, explore more than 40 animal adaptations in close detail.Vivid photography combined with annotated illustrations reveal what each species looks like inside, and colourful diagrams help support children’s understanding of animal anatomy.

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Vůně do auta - kvetoucí květiny, stromeček k pověšení Hlavní vlastnosti vůně do auta Paradise Air závěsná vůně plechovka, vůně Island Escape Auto bude příjemně provoněné S vůní: kvetoucí květiny Závěsná vůně do interiéru vozu Balení má tvar oblíbeného stromečku V balení naleznete jeden kus vůně do auta Paradise Air

Objev podobné jako Paradise Air závěsná vůně plechovka, vůně Island Escape (PLHP-033)

A new novel from Lisa See, the New York Times bestselling author of The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane, about female friendship and family secrets on a small Korean island.Mi-ja and Young-sook, two girls living on the Korean island of Jeju, are best friends that come from very different backgrounds. When they are old enough, they begin working in the sea with their village's all-female diving collective, led by Young-sook's mother. As the girls take up their positions as baby divers, they know they are beginning a life of excitement and responsibility but also danger.Despite their love for each other, Mi-ja and Young-sook's differences are impossible to ignore. The Island of Sea Women is an epic set over many decades, beginning during a period of Japanese colonialism in the 1930s and 1940s, followed by World War II, the Korean War and its aftermath, through the era of cell phones and wetsuits for the women divers. Throughout this time, the residents of Jeju find themselves caught between warring empires. Mi-ja is the daughter of a Japanese collaborator, and she will forever be marked by this association. Young-sook was born into a long line of haenyeo and will inherit her mother's position leading the divers in their village. Little do the two friends know that after surviving hundreds of dives and developing the closest of bonds, forces outside their control will push their friendship to the breaking point.This beautiful, thoughtful novel illuminates a world turned upside down, one where the women are in charge, engaging in dangerous physical work, and the men take care of the children. A classic Lisa See story-one of women's friendships and the larger forces that shape them-The Island of Sea Women introduces readers to the fierce and unforgettable female divers of Jeju Island and the dramatic history that shaped their lives. 'For centuries, women on Korea's Jeju island have been free-diving into the sea, a practice explored through this fictionalized story of two friends who struggle to stay close amid war, family rivalries, and a shifting cultural landscape. It's riveting, historical, and heartbreaking all at once' Marie Claire

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DON’T SCREAM! There’s something scary out in the forest, but you’re in good hands in this story by Jess Hannigan, author of the wryly silly Spider in the Well. Just make sure you keep a cool head, and watch out for any intruders…The signs are clear—there’s a BEAR OUT THERE!You’re lucky to be safe in this cabin in the woods, with a host who is levelheaded, trustworthy, and smart about bear safety.There’s certainly no need to worry about any dark shadows or sneaky schemes in this book…RIGHT?Jess Hannigan is back with another bold and brazen tale that’s not too silly, not too scary, but just right.

Objev podobné jako The Bear Out There - Jess Hannigan

FEATURED IN THE SUNDAY TIMES CRIME BOOKS OF THE YEAR ''The ending really took my breath away'' IAN RANKIN Discover The Island - Agatha Christie meets Nordic noir. . . _____________ Four friends visited the island. But only three returned . . . Detective Inspector Hulda Hermannsdóttir is sent to the isolated island of Elliðaey to investigate a disappearance. But she finds haunting similarities to an old case - the murder of a young woman ten years ago. Has a patient killer struck again? Hulda is soon caught in a web of deceit, convinced everyone is lying, even those closest to her. What secrets is the island hiding? And what price will she pay for uncovering the truth? ____________THE MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR ''One of the greatest tragic heroines of contemporary detective fiction'' Sunday Times ''Dark, chilling and utterly gripping, The Island is Nordic noir at its best, and is destined to become a classic of the genre. I couldn''t put it down'' Shari Lapena, bestselling author of The Couple Next Door ''Riveting'' Sunday Times''Brilliantly effective. Each book enraptures us'' The Times Literary Supplement''Magnificently dark and twisted'' C. J. Tudor, bestselling author of The Chalk Man ''Ragnar Jónasson writes with a chilling, poetic beauty - a must-read'' Peter James, bestselling author of Love You Dead ''Out of all of Ragnar''s books this is the one I like the most . . . The book of his which reminds me most of Agatha Christie'' Kilian Praise for Ragnar Jonasson ''A distinctive blend of Nordic noir and golden age detective fiction . . . atmospheric and evocative prose'' Guardian on Nightblind ''Jonasson''s books have breathed new life into Nordic noir . . . all the skilful plotting of an old-fashioned whodunit although it feels bitingly contemporary in setting and tone'' Sunday Express ''His clues are traditional and beautifully finessed - and he keeps you turning the pages'' Independent on Snowblind

Objev podobné jako The Island - Ragnar Jónasson

***A beautiful 10th anniversary paperback edition that includes a new essay by Victoria Hislop on the impact of this million-copy bestseller.***''A moving and absorbing holiday read that pulls at the heartstrings'' Evening StandardThe acclaimed million-copy number one bestseller and winner of Richard & Judy''s Summer Read 2006. Victoria Hislop tells a dramatic tale of four generations, illicit love, violence and leprosy, from the thirties, through the war, to the present day.On the brink of a life-changing decision, Alexis Fielding longs to find out about her mother''s past. But Sofia has never spoken of it. All she admits to is growing up in a small Cretan village before moving to London. When Alexis decides to visit Crete, however, Sofia gives her daughter a letter to take to an old friend, and promises that through her she will learn more. Arriving in Plaka, Alexis is astonished to see that it lies a stone''s throw from the tiny, deserted island of Spinalonga - Greece''s former leper colony. Then she finds Fotini, and at last hears the story that Sofia has buried all her life: the tale of her great-grandmother Eleni and her daughters and a family rent by tragedy, war and passion. She discovers how intimately she is connected with the island, and how secrecy holds them all in its powerful grip...Praise for The Island. . .''A vivid, moving and absorbing tale'' Observer''Victoria Hislop . . . brings dignity and tenderness to her novel about lives blighted by leprosy'' Telegraph''Wonderful descriptions, strong characters and an intimate portrait of island existence'' Woman & Home''War, tragedy and passion unfurl against a Mediterranean backdrop in this engrossing debut novel'' You magazine''Hislop''s deep research, imagination and patent love of Crete creates a convincing portrait of times on the island''Evening Standard''A page-turning tale that reminds us that love and life continue in even the most extraordinary of circumstances''Sunday Express ''A beautiful tale of enduring love and unthinking prejudice''ExpressIn 2018, The Island was awarded a Nielsen Platinum Bestseller Award in recognition of selling over one million copies in the United Kingdom.*Victoria''s latest novel, THE FIGURINE, is available to order now.*

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''The true and fascinating story of Easter Island and its amazing statues'' KEN FOLLETTWhere did they come from? How did they get there? Why did they carve the island’s colossal iconic statues – and how? What happened to the civilisation they created?These are just a few of the questions about Easter Island, or Rapa Nui, that have puzzled generations.Europeans first encountered the Islanders in the early eighteenth century, bringing back astonishing tales from one of the most remote inhabited places on Earth. They told fantastic stories of lost continents, cannibalism, giants and aliens. Thor Heyerdahl claimed that the island was discovered by pale-skinned sailors from South America, ignoring the rightful claims of the greatest explorers the world has ever known. Recently, the idea that Islanders cut down all the trees, causing mass starvation and social collapse, has been espoused by scientists, broadcasters and politicians. Now, in archaeologist Mike Pitts’s superb investigation, Island at the Edge of the World, he provides authoritative new insights into what really happened.Using the latest scientific and archaeological research, plus a huge range of historical accounts, Pitts builds a fascinating new portrait of the Islanders’ story. In particular, Pitts revives the life work of Katherine Routledge, who spent sixteen months on the island in 1914-15, surviving revolution and war, assembling a priceless but largely ignored archive of excavations and interviews - and whose legacy reveals the rapacious interference that spawned generations of false histories. Many questions still remain, but this is the most compelling and comprehensive account yet published of the extraordinary story of Easter Island.

Objev podobné jako Island at the Edge of the World - Pitts Mike

After getting lost at sea in a tropical storm, Ariki and Ipo discover an uncharted island and have a great adventure in the second book of the Ariki series.Ariki and Ipo are making the most of a beautiful day, sailing the sea near Turtle Island on a “borrowed” boat. They’re too busy daydreaming to spot the grey clouds gathering overhead – but then a terrible storm breaks, carrying them miles from home. After days without food or drink, they are washed up on an unfamiliar island. The island is beautiful beyond belief: they see butterflies, each one lovelier than the last, lizards chasing across the rocks and, most wonderful of all, a gigantic blue bird with eyes that glow purple. When they meet another castaway, however, the children discover this island is no paradise – there are dangers lurking in the shadows! A nail-biting adventure with a strong message about endangered animals and human intervention, and a wonderful partner to Ariki and the Giant Shark."Zoologist Davies''s love of the natural world shines through in this wonderful book... Davies''s prose is so evocative you can almost feel the sand beneath your toes." Mail on Sunday on Ariki and the Giant Shark

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A groundbreaking reassessment of W. H. Auden’s early life and poetry, shedding new light on his artistic development as well as on his shifting beliefs about political belonging in interwar England.W. H. Auden is a towering figure in modern literary history with a complex private self. Hannah Arendt wrote that he had ‘the necessary secretiveness of the great poet’. The Island lays bare for the first time some of the most telling ‘secrets’ of Auden’s early poetry, his world, his emotional life, his values and the sources of his art.In a book that is an argument but also a story, Nicholas Jenkins gives compelling readings of iconic poems. He presents Auden in the inter-War years as both a visionary writer, creatively dependent on dreams and intuitions, and a traumatized poet, haunted by war and suffering, and shadowed by his outsider status as a privileged but queer man.The Island considers, as well, Auden’s imaginative flirtations with a lyrical nationalism appealing to a poet who, for a while, felt his psyche was like a map of English culture. The narrative ends in Auden’s disillusionment with these potent myths and beliefs and the time when he left ‘the island’.Auden’s preoccupations – with the vicissitudes of war and the problems of love, belonging and identity – are of their time but they still resonate profoundly today. ‘A superb, deeply researched study of Auden’s early work and identity. Jenkins’s understanding of young Auden as a poet shaped and haunted by the First World War – assimilating the influence of Wilfred Owen, Edward Thomas, Robert Graves, and W. H. R. Rivers – is convincing, original, and poignant. Fusing biography, cultural history, and literary criticism in innovative and elegant ways, The Island is a landmark publication in modernist studies.’Heather Clark, author of Red Comet: The Short Life and Blazing Art of Sylvia Plath‘Nicholas Jenkins is one of our most perceptive and resourceful critics. In this wonderful study of the early Auden, he brings to bear history, biography, and an acute sense of the artistic moment to fashion for us a young genius who is conservative, bucolic, gay, a patriotic adherent of post-imperial Little England. Most people work backwards from a writer’s ultimate reputation, but Jenkins gives us a new, unexpected image of a poet developing in the aftermath of World War I and the collapse of modernism.’Edmund White, author of The Humble Lover‘The Island is a Copernican Revolution in Auden studies, a revelatory and often exciting book that presents a new and convincing account of Auden''s early years. It explores, for the first time, the deep connections between the inner workings of his poems and the worlds of politics and economics. By bringing to light Auden''s ambition to be a national poet, Jenkins transforms our understanding of not only Auden himself but all of modernist literature.’Edward Mendelson, author of Early Auden and Later Auden

Objev podobné jako The Island - Nicholas Jenkins

Bring the excitement of an escape room into your own home, with this ingenious hardback puzzle book! You''re the lucky winner of a private tour of the Museum of Lost Treasures. However, as you arrive, you find that things have taken an unexpected turn. Your tour guide is missing, a thief is on the loose, and an ancient curse has been released. As the exhibits come to life, disaster hides behind every corner. Can you keep one step ahead? Find the clues and solve the mysteries of the legendary lost land of Ancient Lemuria to save the day!• This book''s branching narrative puts YOU in the driving seat. Once you have found the solution to a puzzle, turn to the next entry as clearly indicated in the text.• Use your observation, lateral thinking, and logic skills to uncover clues and solve mysteries. The beautifully detailed illustrations are packed with information, so keep your eyes peeled!• Are you a novice adventurer, a seasoned explorer, or a true master of mystery? Choose your difficulty level, then race against the clock to solve the mystery! Inspired by the popular escape room trend, this delightfully illustrated, full-colour interactive book is great fun for children aged 8+.ABOUT THE SERIES: The vibrantly illustrated Escape Room Adventures series puts young puzzlers in control of their very own adventure. In these narrative puzzle stories, readers must correctly solve the riddles and conundrums to proceed to the next ''room'' in a thrilling race against time!

Objev podobné jako Escape Room Puzzles: Escape the Museum! - Em Bruce

A comprehensive critical companion to the blockbuster TV show LOST, revisiting its core themes, lore, and impact on culture For fans of one of the most successful and highly discussed shows in recent memory, LOST: Back to the Island is both a delightful time capsule and a rousing work of entertainment criticism. Before it premiered in the fall of 2004, LOST looked doomed to be an expensive, disastrous plane crash of a TV show. Instead, LOST was a massive hit, debuting with the biggest audience for a new drama on ABC in over a decade, reaching heights of over 23 million viewers at its peak, and holding on to a hefty fan-base for its entire six-season run. The elements that made the series seem like a boondoggle proved, instead, to be a big part of its appeal. Audiences loved the exotic island setting, became invested in the morally compromised characters, and feverishly tried to unravel the show’s many mysteries. In LOST: Back to the Island, TV critics and veteran LOST recappers Emily St. James and Noel Murray revisit what made the show such a success and an object of enduring cultural obsession, twenty years later. Through essays, episode summaries, and cultural analysis, they take us back to the island and examine LOST’s lasting impact—and its complicated, sometimes controversial legacy—with a clear-eyed and lively investigation.

Objev podobné jako LOST: Back to the Island - Emily St. James, Noel Murray

The first official Minecraft novel by bestselling author, Max BrooksA SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERA NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERBe immersed in the Minecraft universe for the first time in a thrilling new adventure like no other!Minecraft: The Island will tell the story of a new hero stranded in the world of Minecraft, who must survive the harsh, unfamiliar environment and unravel the secrets of the island.Washed up on a beach, the lone castaway looks around the shore. Where am I? Who am I? And why is everything made of blocks? But there isn''t much time to soak up the sun. It''s getting dark, and there''s a strange new world to explore!The top priority is finding food. The next is not becoming food. Because there are others out there on the island . . . like the horde of zombies that appear after night falls. Crafting a way out of this mess is a challenge like no other. Who could build a home while running from exploding creepers, armed skeletons, and an unstoppable tide of hot lava? Especially with no help except for a few makeshift tools and sage advice from an unlikely friend: a cow.In this world, the rules don''t always make sense, but courage and creativity go a long way. There are forests to explore, hidden underground tunnels to loot, and undead mobs to defeat. Only then will the secrets of the island be revealed.From bestselling author Max Brooks also comes the long-awaited epic conclusion to the Minecraft trilogy, Minecraft: The Village, coming out in October 2023.

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Sparkling sea, sun, delicious food and Aperol Spritz - escape to Italy with the perfect summer romance . . .Niamh Kelly''s life hasn''t turned out quite as she''d expected. She''s thirty-three, still living at home and was recently dumped . . . by her boss. So when her sister invites her to tag along on a work trip to the sun-drenched Italian coast, Niamh jumps at the chance, eager to escape into a world of sparkling prosecco, delicious food, and breath-taking beaches.Upon her arrival, Niamh immediately falls in love with the beautiful Italian town they''re staying in and realises she never wants to leave, deciding instead to stay and open up a quaint coffee shop nestled in charming old town streets - even if she has no idea what she''s doing. But when a family tragedy and a tricky tourist season threaten her new business, Niamh isn''t so sure she can stick it out.With help from her new-found Italian friends - and the possibility of romance on the horizon - can she make her new life in the sun a success?A glorious and uplifting escapist novel set against the stunning backdrop of the Italian coast. The perfect holiday read for fans of Rosanna Ley, Jo Thomas and Karen SwanReaders LOVE The Italian Escape:''This book is the perfect escape. Curl up and enjoy''''Beautifully written . . . I just wanted the experience to go on for longer''''I really enjoyed this book . . . recommended holiday reading''

Objev podobné jako The Italian Escape - Catherine Mangan

Before 1861, the world was black and white. As Colour reached the end of his job, world weary he stopped to rest on Last Island: the last uncoloured place. The people of the island are believed to be the reason for this and seek to better themselves, in the hope that Colour will recognise their efforts and bring colour to the island. To make matters worse, the islands Nott - a deity responsible for drawing the curtain of night - begins to make more and more mistakes. As the islanders grow restless, they send a letter threatening Nott. However, when the letter finds itself in the hands of Tisky, a young islander with pockets full of cake, she tasks herself with bringing unity back to Last Island.

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Escape to the beautiful Greek Island of Hydra with this moving novel, filled with family secrets and romanceEmma Cowell, author of THE HOUSE IN THE OLIVE GROVE, returns with her brand new, emotional and romantic novel set on an idyllic Greek Island.Hydra, the picturesque Greek island, is a paradise for most, yet for sisters Ella and Georgia, it is a place where their darkest secrets dwell. And now the time has come for them to confront their past as they return to Greece to scatter their mother’s ashes.Ella is haunted by a love song that was written for her by the man who broke her heart years earlier and she longs to find peace so she can move on with her life.Georgia pretends everything in her life is perfect, but she is plagued with guilt. If what she’s kept hidden for decades was revealed, their family would never be the same again.The island is urging the sisters to confront the truth, but can they build a future on the ruins of their past?Readers love Emma Cowell:‘Emma Cowell creates worlds of warmth, laughter, healing and hope in her delicious novels’ – Adriana Trigiani‘I adored The House in the Olive Grove. It is a hymn to friendship and love, and is utterly perfect.’ – Liz Fenwick‘This book is food for the soul.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Evocative, compelling, moving. A glorious story’ – Kate Frost‘Makes you wish you were there’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Sunshine and friendship, broken hearts and secrets. Cowell’s exquisite writing is delicious’ – Jennie Keer‘A sweeping novel about sisterhood, courage and new beginnings that will inspire and delight’ – Tessa Harris‘A lovely atmospheric novel that will engage and entertain you’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘The glorious setting will instantly transport you to sunnier climes!’ – My Weekly‘A gorgeous read’ – Best

Objev podobné jako The Island Love Song - Emma Cowell

From the sugar plantations of Saint-Domingue to the lavish parlors of New Orleans at the turn of the 19th century, Isabel Allende''s latest novel tells the story of a mulatta woman, a slave and concubine, determined to take control of her own destiny in a society where that would seem impossible.Born a slave on the island of Saint-Domingue – now known as Haiti –Tété is the product of violent union between an African mother she never knew and one of the white sailors who brought her into bondage.When twenty-year-old Toulouse Valmorain arrives on the island in 1770, it''s with powdered wigs in his trunks and dreams of financial success in his mind. But running his father''s plantation, Saint Lazare, is neither glamorous nor easy.Against the merciless backdrop of sugar cane fields, the lives of Tété and Valmorain grow ever more intertwined. When bloody revolution arrives at the gates of Saint Lazare, they flee the island for the decadence and opportunity of New Orleans. There, Tété finally forges a new life – but her connection to Valmorain is deeper than anyone knows and not so easily severed.Spanning four decades, ‘Island Beneath the Sea’ is the moving story of one woman''s determination to find love amid loss, to offer humanity though her own has been so battered, and to forge her own identity in the cruellest of circumstances.

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Welcome to The Island. Where your worst fears are about to come true... It was supposed to be the perfect holiday: a week-long trip for six teenage friends on a remote tropical island. But when their guide dies of a stroke leaving them stranded, the trip of a lifetime turns into a nightmare. Because someone on the island knows each of the group's worst fears. And one by one, they're becoming a reality. Seven days in paradise. A deadly secret. Who will make it off the island alive?

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THE SECOND INSTALMENT IN A FANTASTICAL MIDDLE GRADE TRILOGY FROM DR JESS FRENCH: TV PRESENTER, VET, CREATURE EXPERT AND CHILDREN'S AUTHOR!THE WINDS OF PROPHECY ARE WHISPERING. A NEW BEAST IS RISING . . .Alethea, Kayla and Rustus are the only ones standing in the way of the evil Professor Penn, who is raising an army of beasts.Desperate to protect their home, they split up to find a way to defeat the professor. Kayla tries to uncover Penn's plans in the ruthless Southlands, as Rustus hunts for prophecies within the hidden Crystal Caves. Meanwhile, Alethea must journey to a new realm to unite the people against the danger ahead.But the island is changing: plants and beasts are dying, volcanoes are erupting and waterways are drying up. Could it all be linked?Alethea, Kayla and Rustus will have to trust the people and beasts they meet to help them on their way. And listen to the whispers on the wind that warn of an ancient legend ready to rise . . . Perfect for adventurous readers of DRAGON REALM, FIREBORN and SKANDAR AND THE UNICORN THIEF.

Objev podobné jako Beastlands: Legend of the Crystal Caves - Jess Frenchová

The second volume of this highly collectable series, covering the pivotal years of 1969–70.The Island Book of Records Volume II documents the years 1969–70, during which Island sought to build on its success with the Spencer Davis Group by seeking out new British rock talent. By the end of the period, Island was emerging as a major British label, one that could boast releases from Jethro Tull, Nick Drake, King Crimson, John and Beverley Martyn, Fairport Convention and Cat Stevens.Featuring material from recent interviews and from media interviews of the time, and including a comprehensive discography of 45s, The Island Book of Records Volume II is lavishly illustrated with gig adverts (very many at venues that no longer exist), concert tickets, flyers, international LP variants, labels, LP and 45 adverts and other ephemera collector’s dream.

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''This is one of the most touching, gripping and inspiring books that I have ever read. Hislop seamlessly weaves an accurate history of a Greek island with a forbidden love story'' Real Reader Review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ INSPIRED BY TRUTH, THE STORY THAT HAS CAPTIVATED THE WORLD. This was not the start of a short trip to deliver supplies. It was the beginning of a one-way journey to start a new life. Life on a leper colony. Life on Spinalonga. Fifty years later, making a life-changing journey of her own, Alexis Fielding feels the pull of the abandoned island. A distant shadow off the coast of Crete, she knows it holds the secrets of her mother''s past, buried for so long but surely not forgotten . . .Discover for yourself why 10 million readers and critics worldwide love Victoria Hislop''s books . . .''Passionately engaged with its subject . . . meticulously researched'' The Sunday Times''Hislop carefully evokes the lives of Cretans between the wars and during German occupation, but most commendable is her compassionate portrayal of the outcasts'' Guardian''A page-turning tale that reminds us that love and life continue in even the most extraordinary of circumstances'' Sunday Express''The story of life on Spinalonga, the lepers'' island, is gripping and carries real emotional impact. Victoria Hislop . . . brings dignity and tenderness to her novel about lives blighted by leprosy'' Telegraph''Vivid, moving and absorbing'' Observer''A deeply moving, captivating, humane and beautiful story of enduring love, and life'' Real Reader Review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''The most powerful and gripping story I''ve ever read!'' Real Reader Review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''An intriguing and unusual story that keeps you turning the pages . . . The descriptions of Crete are beautiful, and you can just imagine yourself there with the blue sea and sun shining. It is a triumph in many ways, and a part of history I was unaware of'' Real Reader Review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Victoria Hislop has created a collection of wholly believable characters woven around the factual history of Spinalonga . . . A gripping and moving tale'' Real Reader Review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐*Victoria Hislop''s most recent novel, THE FIGURINE, is out now.*

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Asif and Kai are chosen to go on a science school trip to the remote Snake’s Head Island. When their teacher Ms Patel is taken ill and the only method of communication is lost, the boys decide that they have to do something, even if it means sneaking off. Can they tackle all the obstacles the island has in store and find help for their teacher?

Objev podobné jako Escape from Snake's Head Island - Louisa Glancy

This is the perfect gift for those looking to create an exciting experience in their own home! Perfect for playing with your family and friends, this kit contains everything you need to create five intricate escape rooms in your living room. Enter the world of The Wexell Escape Room Kit, but beware... you only have a limited time to solve the puzzles before the seconds runs out and you are locked in forever! Written by an experienced escape room creator, this kit contains five rooms for you to unravel. You must help Adam Parkinson, a young investigative journalist, and his conspiracy-theorist friend Henry Fielding as they take on the diabolical Wexell Corporation. As you decipher the puzzles in each room, an escape route will be revealed and a new location uncovered for you to explore. The story spans from Adam''s apartment in London to an ancient ruin buried under a Spanish city... and beyond.

Objev podobné jako The Wexell Escape Room Kit - Hamer-Morton James

"The Cruise of the 'Alerte': The Narrative Of a Search For Treasure On The Desert Island Of Trinidad" by E. F. Knight is a captivating narrative non-fiction adventure that recounts an exhilarating expedition in search of treasure on a remote desert island in the Caribbean. Set against the backdrop of Trinidad, this maritime tale follows the journey of the 'Alerte' and its crew as they embark on a daring treasure hunt. As the narrative unfolds, readers are transported to the deserted shores of the island, where the crew faces the challenges of exploration, survival, and excavation. Through vivid descriptions and compelling storytelling, Knight immerses readers in the excitement of the hunt, evoking the thrill of discovery and the dangers of the unknown. With its blend of maritime adventure and narrative non-fiction, "The Cruise of the 'Alerte'" offers readers a gripping tale of treasure hunting and nautical exploration. Knight's vivid portrayal of the Caribbean setting and the challenges of shipwreck survival make this book a captivating read for those fascinated by tales of adventure on the high seas.

Objev podobné jako The Cruise of the 'Alerte'The Narrative Of a Sreach For Treasure On The Desert Island Of Trinidad (Edition2023) - Frances Knight

Life on the remote island of Papavray in the 1970s was a world away from Mary J. MacLeod’s urban existence in the south of England. And this peaceful environment was just what she was looking for.While indoor toilets were still something of a luxury, and ‘teleeffissions’ could produce terror in some of the older residents, the glory of the mountains and the sea combined with the warmth of the island people meant she had found a haven for her family.Mary’s post as district nurse gave her a unique insight into island life, and her stories of the troubles, joys, drama and comedies endured by her patients make this a charming and humorous account of community life on a small island in a bygone era.

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Law of the European Union, 14th Edition, by Morano-Foadi and Jesse is a comprehensive and visually appealing textbook that delves into the structure, law and practice of the European Union. It provides an in-depth analysis of the EUs constitutional framework and key substantive areas of law. The text also examines the impact of EU law on member states, with a particular focus on its evolving relationship with UK law post-Brexit, including up-to-date coverage of the Windsor Agreement and other post-Brexit developments. This edition remains an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of EU law and EU-UK legal interactions This new edition now includes: Updated information on the institutional and substantive law of the European UnionUpdated structure of key-chapters streamlining the flow of informationNew chapter on free movement of capital on the companion websiteNew case law on direct effect of EU Legislation: B. and Others v Krajowa Rada Sadownictwa and Others (Case C-824/18), NE v Bezirkshauptmannschaft Hartberg-Fürstenfeld and Dansk Industri (DI) v Estate of Karsten Eigil Rasmussen (Case C-441/14) and new cases on legality of EU member law: Nicoventures Trading and Others v Commission (Case T-706/22) and new case and Latvia v Sweden (Case C-822/21) on action by another member state under Article 259 TFEUReferences in the text on the Windsor Agreement, including reflection boxes, for example, on the Northern Ireland Protocol, EU-UK Trade and Cooperation AgreementInformation on the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023 which came into force in 2024 and the practical effect of removing the principle of supremacy of EU Law Key features of this book include: Key Debates for academic discussion in classVisuals and diagrams explaining concepts, institutional structures and legislative proceduresCases boxes highlighting the facts, ruling and significanceReflection boxes drawing attention to key developments, interconnected issues and current controversiesLearning objectives at chapter level and end of chapter summaries offer focus for class and exam preparation

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WINNER OF THE BAMB YOUNG READERS – MIDDLE GRADE AWARD 2018WINNER OF THE INDEPENDENT BOOKSHOP WEEK BOOK AWARD 2019NOMINATED FOR THE CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2019SHORTLISTED FOR THE IRISH BOOK AWARDS CHILDRENS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2018 'Magical in every way' EOIN COLFER'Funny, dark and blazingly beautiful' KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE'So magical and wild that it's like being swept away by the sea' KATHERINE RUNDELL When Fionn Boyle sets foot on Arranmore Island, it begins to stir beneath his feet ... Once in a generation, Arranmore Island chooses a new Storm Keeper to wield its power and keep its magic safe from enemies. The time has come for Fionn's grandfather, a secretive and eccentric old man, to step down. Soon, a new Keeper will rise. But, deep underground, someone has been waiting for Fionn. As the battle to become the island's next champion rages, a more sinister magic is waking up, intent on rekindling an ancient war.

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Get ready for another heart-racing, twist-filled thriller from the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author NATASHA PRESTON.HOW BADLY DO YOU WANT TO GO VIRAL?Jagged Island: a private amusement park for the very rich - or the very influential. Liam, James, Will, Ava, Harper, and Paisley - social media influencers with millions of followers - have been invited for an exclusive weekend before the park opens. They'll make posts and videos for their channels and report every second of their VIP treatment.When the teens arrive, they're stunned: the resort is even better than they'd imagined. Their hotel rooms are unreal, the park's themed rides are incredible, and the island is hauntingly beautiful. They're given a jam-packed itinerary for the weekend.But soon they'll discover that something's missing from their schedule: getting off the island alive.

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Get some sun this month with The Island Getaway by Lucy Diamond ☀️''A slice of escapism ... temptingly conjured up'' THE TIMES''The perfect holiday read, it''s impossible to put down'' WOMAN''S WEEKLYThe dream holiday just got complicated . . .On the sun-drenched island of Kefalonia, the new arrivals at The Ionian Escape hotel are hoping for a break from everyday life. But some of them are bringing a lot of baggage . . .Disgraced TV star Miranda Vallance feels like the worst person in the world. Her sister won''t speak to her and her job''s on the line. She''s desperate to put things right, but how?Eighty-two-year-old Evelyn Chambers has come to fulfil a promise to the love of her life. If she can steel herself to go through with it, that is . . .And when celebrity chef Frank Neale checks in, rumours swirl around the hotel. But is it his wife, Leonora, who has more of a reason to escape to Greece?The Island Getaway is a big-hearted novel from the queen of bestselling fiction, celebrating second chances, true love and the life-affirming joy of unlikely friendships.''Intricate, colourful, beautifully told . . . Lucy Diamond writes with such charm and warmth'' HAZEL PRIOR''A wonderful, warm tale of intertwined lives in a gorgeous Greek setting'' LULU TAYLORReaders love Lucy Diamond''I can''t wait for my next book from Lucy Diamond'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Fabulous story telling and the most wonderful reading experience . . . spellbinding'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Another book by Lucy Diamond that I couldn''t put down'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''I love all of Lucy''s books'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Lucy writes with such warmth and sympathy'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Praise for Lucy Diamond''Fabulous, uplifting and life-affirming'' MY WEEKLY''Lucy has a way of dropping you into the heart and minds of her characters'' FIONA PALMER''Warm, tender, but also funny'' THE SUN''No one does real life like Lucy Diamond'' VERONICA HENRY

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CAN KID-ZILLA PREVAIL AGAINST THE FURRY FURY OF ADORABLE, ATOMIC KITTENS?In this action-packed and hilarious sequel to Kid-Zilla and the Invaders from Planet Aaargh, Pablo and Zoe - our humongous hero and his brilliant sister - must take on their greatest challenge yet. The invading aliens have got hold of a weird artifact called the "internet" (ever heard of it?) and they''re throwing its best and worst parts back at the human race!Three cuddly-but-colossal super-kittens are unleashed upon the city. Not only can they crush skyscrapers beneath their adorable paws, but their hypnotising eye-beams have the power to turn humans into argumentative, infighting, keyboard warriors! As chaos descends, can the world''s biggest little kid save the day?This funny, action-packed, and completely off-the-wall comic story will delight fans of Dog-Man and Bunny Versus Monkey. Parents and kids alike will thrill to the anarchic humour, fast-paced storytelling, in this big-hearted tale of sibling friendship and triumph over adversity.Perfect for young readers aged 7+.PRAISE FOR JESS BRADLEY''S SUPER DWEEB SERIES:"With fast-paced action and absurd humor [...] Super Dweeb in an exciting new series for fans of Captain Underpants or Diary of a Wimpy Kid" - SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL"A funny, fast-paced and zany adventure, bursting with colourful cartoon-style illustrations" - BOOK TRUST

Objev podobné jako Kid-Zilla and the Kittens of Doom - Jess Bradley

THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER.Venture into Roz's wild world in this gorgeously illustrated picture book that brings to full colour the adventures of the #1 New York Times bestselling novel THE WILD ROBOT - now a DreamWorks major motion picture starring Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal and Kit Connor!Roz is not where she's supposed to be.Roz the robot wasn't designed to live in the wilderness. But when she washes up on an island, she must learn from the animal inhabitants and adapt to her new, natural surroundings, and before long, the island begins to feel like home.Filled with Peter Brown's stunning artwork, this moving picture book is the perfect gift for readers new to THE WILD ROBOT or for longtime fans of the series that sparked a global phenomenon.[The Wild Robot on the Island was a #1 New York Times bestseller w/c 13th July 2025]

Objev podobné jako The Wild Robot on the Island - Peter Brown

Milton is swept up in a quest for friends and excitement in Jess Redman’s thrilling middle grade novel, The Adventure is Now.Sometimes it''s hard to be Milton P. Greene. He says all the wrong things, his family is falling apart, and everyone at school avoids him because of the very embarrassing Bird Brain Incident. But when Milton plays his video game Isle of Wild, he becomes someone else – Sea Hawk, the brave and brilliant naturalist explorer who conquers danger at every turn.Then Milton’s parents ship him off to the remote Lone Island for the summer. The island is chock-full of spectaculous species, and Milton realizes this is his chance to become the brave and brilliant naturalist he’s always wanted to be – and even meet some fellow explorers!But as it turns out, the future of the Lone Island is in some pretty serious peril, and the only thing that can save it is a field guide full of cryptic clues. So Milton and his unexpected new friends embark on a wild and wondrous adventure all of their own.

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A dream holiday. You’d die to be there. You are offered the getaway of a lifetime on a remote island with a group of strangers. Things have been difficult recently, so you jump at the chance to swim under the summer sun, explore the peaceful woodlands and return to an elegant hotel for a glorious dinner. As the boat pulls into the harbour, you’re surrounded by crystal-clear water and soon you are alone. Just the peace and quiet you were promised. No phone signal, no internet… no way to call for help. But nothing will go wrong in paradise, right?As a huge summer storm rolls towards the island, everyone is starting to realise the secrets they’ve been hiding for years seem to have followed them here. And you are no different. Then one of your group disappears. His body washes up in the picture-postcard harbour, and it’s clearly no accident. Can you get out alive?From Sunday Times bestseller Paul Finch, The Island is an utterly gripping thriller that will have your pulse pounding as you race through the pages! Perfect for fans of Lucy Foley, Ruth Ware and Lucy Clarke. What readers are saying about Paul Finch:‘Wowzer!!… An edge of your seat breathless thriller!… Unputdownable, a real reading treat.’ Amazon Reviewer, 5 stars‘Flaming brilliant!!! Unputdownable if that’s a word!!!… Wow, wow, wow. My heart was racing… Couldn’t do anything until I’d finished it.’ Amazon Reviewer, 5 stars‘Gripping and Fantastic!!!… Gripped right from the start. I couldn’t put this book down for love nor money.’ Amazon Reviewer, 5 stars‘Amazing! WOW!…I found myself gasping out loud… Just perfect.’ Amazon Reviewer, 5 stars‘Rockets along at one heck of a pace… Real edge of the seat suspense… Absolutely superb—quite literally took my breath away!’ Amazon Reviewer, 5 stars

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In To the Island of Tides, Alistair Moffat travels to - and through the history of - the fated island of Lindisfarne. Known by the Romans as Insula Medicata and famous for its monastery, it even survived Viking raids. Today the isle maintains its position as a space for retreat and spiritual renewal.Walking from his home in the Borders, through the historical landscape of Scotland and northern England, Moffat takes us on a pilgrimage in the footsteps of saints and scholars, before arriving for a secular retreat on the Holy Isle. To the Island of Tides is a walk through history, a meditation on the power of place, but also a more personal journey; and a reflection on where life leads us.

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Sometimes the truth lies in the things you cannot see.In 1830 a young novice called Catherine Labouré was granted a vision of the Virgin Mary. Nearly 200 years later, Sister Anne is also waiting for a sign. Which is why she accepts a mission to go to a tiny community on an island just off the coast of Brittany. Her only companion there is a sceptical, chain-smoking older nun who just wants to be left in peace.On the island she meets Hugo, the son of a devout family who prefers to look for the meaning of life amid the stars; Madenn, a grandmother whose daughter was killed in a crash and who finds meaning in routine; Isaac, Madenn''s grandson, an otherworldly teenager who doesn''t fit in but who befriends Hugo, and Julia, a sickly child. If anyone needs a miracle, it is her.But it is not Sister Anne who receives a vision. Instead it is Isaac who is found on a promontary, transfixed, unable to utter more than the words ''I see''. The event soon becomes headline news and the world descends on the small island, opening old wounds and unleashing a chain of events none of them could have foreseen.

Objev podobné jako The Island of Mists and Miracles - Victoria Mas

Two decades. Hundreds of miles. A lifetime of secrets. Could coming home mean starting again?''A perfect, warm escape from these cold, dark times'' Kate Eberlen ''Bursting with hope and heart'' Cathy Bramley Lorna''s world is small but safe. She loves her daughter, and the two of them are all that matter. But after nearly twenty years, she and Ella are suddenly leaving London for the Isle of Kip, the tiny remote Scottish island where Lorna grew up. Alice''s world is tiny but full. She loves the community on Kip and how her yoga classes draw women across the tiny island together. Now Lorna''s arrival might help their family finally mend itself - even if forgiveness means returning to the past...And as the two find friendship, Lorna also starts to find her place in the world. Can coming home mean starting again? Join the community of bestselling authors who love Libby''s hopeful, moving storytelling! ''A wonderfully evocative and enveloping novel ... a perfect, warm escape from these cold, dark times'' Kate Eberlen, author of Miss you and Only You ''Tender, heartfelt ... The Island Home explores every aspect of love and shows us it''s never too late to fix what''s broken.'' Lindsey Kelk, author of In Case You Missed It''Radiates warmth, happiness and hope'' Veronica Henry

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“Riveting.” —The New York Times Book Review Hundreds of miles from civilization, two ships wreck on opposite ends of the same deserted island in this true story of human nature at its best—and at its worst. It is 1864, and Captain Thomas Musgrave’s schooner, the Grafton, has just wrecked on Auckland Island, a forbidding piece of land 285 miles south of New Zealand. Battered by year-round freezing rain and constant winds, it is one of the most inhospitable places on earth. To be shipwrecked there means almost certain death. Incredibly, at the same time on the opposite end of the island, another ship runs aground during a storm. Separated by only twenty miles and the island’s treacherous, impassable cliffs, the crews of the Grafton and the Invercauld face the same fate. And yet where the Invercauld’s crew turns inward on itself, fighting, starving, and even turning to cannibalism, Musgrave’s crew bands together to build a cabin and a forge—and eventually, to find a way to escape. Using the survivors’ journals and historical records, award-winning maritime historian Joan Druett brings to life this extraordinary untold story about leadership and the fine line between order and chaos.

Objev podobné jako Island of the Lost - Joan Druett

Sometimes the truth lies in the things you cannot see. In 1830 a young novice called Catherine Labouré was granted a vision of the Virgin Mary. Nearly 200 years later, Sister Anne is also waiting for a sign. Which is why she accepts a mission to go to a tiny community on an island just off the coast of Brittany. Her only companion there is a sceptical, chain-smoking older nun who just wants to be left in peace. On the island she meets Hugo, the son of a devout family who prefers to look for the meaning of life amid the stars; Madenn, a grandmother whose daughter was killed in a crash and who finds meaning in routine; Isaac, Madenn's grandson, an otherworldly teenager who doesn't fit in but who befriends Hugo, and Julia, a sickly child. If anyone needs a miracle, it is her. But it is not Sister Anne who receives a vision. Instead it is Isaac who is found on a promontary, transfixed, unable to utter more than the words 'I see'. The event soon becomes headline news and the world descends on the small island, opening old wounds and unleashing a chain of events none of them could have foreseen.

Objev podobné jako The Island of Mists and Miracles - Victoria Mas

The Great Escape is a gripping and heartwarming story for 9+ readers about three pets who are separately from their beloved owners in Second World War London, fleeing to the countryside to survive.Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo''s War Horse and Lauren St John.BUSTER is a lively Jack RussellTIGER is a feisty white and ginger tomROSE is a faithful Collie Robert and Lucy Edwards love their pets more than anything; but the threat of the Second World War forces them to flee to Devon - leaving their animals behind. And as the air raid sirens sound over London, the frightened animals are sent to be put down.Buster, Tiger and Rose make a daring escape but with danger at every turn, can the trio make it across the country as it prepares for battle - and cheat death for the second time?Praise for Megan Rix:''If you love Michael Morpurgo, you will enjoy this'' Express ''A moving tale told with warmth, kindliness and lashings of good sense that lovers of Dick King-Smith will especially appreciate'' The Times''Every now and then a writer comes along with a unique way of storytelling . . . Meet Megan Rix . . . her novels are deeply moving and will strike a chord with animal lovers.'' LoveReadingAbout the author:Megan Rix lives in England with her husband, and their adorable dogs, Traffy and Bella. Also available by Megan Rix:The Great Escape, The Victory Dogs.www.meganrix.com

Objev podobné jako The Great Escape - Megan Rix

Fourteen years previously, the beautiful Veronique d'Hergemont's had her baby abducted by her own father as an act of revenge for Veronique's marriage, and both her father and her child drowned at sea. While watching a film, she spots her childhood signature on the side of a hut and immediately wants to visit the place where the film was shot. But if she makes it to the mysterious Sarek can she avoid being trapped in a mystery involving prophecies, sinister forces, and ancient secrets. Lupin is recalled to France in May by one of his friends and travels to the accursed island of Sarek --nicknamed the 'Island of the Thirty Coffins' because of its death dealing barrier of reefs — to save the beautiful Veronique d'Hergemont from the clutches of the murderous Vorski. Alongside Lupin pursues the God-Stone of the Kings of Bohemia, a miraculous stone that has the power "to give life and death," hidden on the island of Sarek. Can Lupin unravel the secret in time?

Objev podobné jako Arsene Lupin 10: The Secret of Sarek (Aka Island of Thirty Coffins) - Maurice Leblanc

Bring the excitement of an escape room into your own home, with this ingenious hardback puzzle book!You''re having an awesome time browsing Enigma Arcade''s closing-down sale, and it''s not long before one retro game in particular catches your eye. As soon as you hit play, you are pulled into the most unforgettable gaming experience of your life! So power up, solve the clues, and battle your way through each level. Can you beat the Game Master and get back to reality before it''s game over?• This book''s branching narrative puts YOU in the driving seat. Once you have found the solution to a puzzle, turn to the next entry as clearly indicated in the text.• Use your observation, lateral thinking, and logic skills to uncover clues and solve mysteries.The beautifully detailed illustrations are packed with information, so keep your eyes peeled!• If you get a puzzle wrong, you''ll lose a life in the game. Select beginner level for five lives, intermediate level for four lives, or expert level for three lives. If you lose all your lives, go back to the beginning. Good luck!Inspired by the popular escape room trend, this delightfully illustrated, interactive book is great fun for children aged 8+.

Objev podobné jako Escape Room Quest: Escape the Video Game! - Em Bruce

A USA Today Bestseller!‘Wow! What an enthralling and emotional read! I was literally in tears… Captivating.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐A world at war. One woman will risk everything. Another will uncover her story.1940: When the island of Guernsey is invaded by the Nazis, two sisters are determined to rebel in any way they can. But when forced to take in a German soldier, they are shocked to find a familiar face on their doorstep – a childhood friend who has now become their enemy.2016: Two generations later, Lucy returns to Guernsey after the death of a distant cousin. As she prepares the old family house for sale, Lucy discovers a box of handwritten notes, one word standing out: resistance. Lucy’s search for the author will uncover the story of a forgotten sister who vanished from the island one night, never to be seen again.A timeless story of love and bravery. Fans of Fiona Valpy and Kate Quinn will be absolutely gripped from the very first page.Readers love The Girl from the Island:‘I finished this novel last night and I cannot get it out of my head… Put the phone off the hook, pour yourself a nice hot chocolate and settle down for a wonderful read’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I was gripped from the beginning and could not put it down. I lost a lot of sleep on this one and do not regret it in the slightest!!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Unputdownable, passionate, captivating, and magnetic!!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Absolutely brilliant… I had to stay up late to read the next chapter!! I couldn''t put it down’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Gripping and very emotional… This book has it all and I loved it’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A heart wrenching story of love, loss and survival’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A beautiful, wonderful, and poignant story’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Utterly beautiful and poignant… I was blown away’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of best-loved, essential classics."That these man-like creatures were in truth only bestial monsters, mere grotesque travesties of men, filled me with a vague uncertainty of their possibilities far worse than any definite fear."Edward Prendick, the sole survivor of a shipwreck in the South Pacific, is set ashore on an island where he meets the mysterious Doctor Moreau. Horrified by the discovery that Moreau is performing vivisection on animals to form monstrous human hybrids, Prendick flees into the jungle. But he soon realises that the island is populated with Moreau's terrible creations, and not all are divested of their savage habits . . .H. G. Wells pioneered ideas of society, science and progress in his works, which are now considered modern classics. Written in 1896, The Island of Doctor Moreau is an imaginative exploration of the nature of cruelty and what it means to be human.

Objev podobné jako The Island of Doctor Moreau - Herbert George Wells

Edward Prendick is shipwrecked and finds himself stranded on an island in the Pacific. Here he meets the sinister Dr Moreau, a vivisectionst driven out of Britain in disgrace. And soon strange events cause Prendick to uncover the full horror of Dr Moreau's activities on the island.THE ISLAND OF DR MOREAU mixes discussion on the divide between humans and the animal kingdom and chilling macabre horror in an unrivalled fashion. Its question on how far science should go is one that rings true today as it did when it was first published.

Objev podobné jako The Island Of Doctor Moreau - Herbert George Wells