the problem with perfect philip william stover

The Problem With Perfect - Philip William Stover

⠘What a gorgeous, gorgeous book. Funny, warm and touching. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader ReviewWhen style is everything, will Ethan learn that true beauty is on the inside?Chase Myles can throw together a swinging dinner party or redecorate an entire townhouse with jaw-dropping elegance. Followers scroll his Insta and see effortless workouts, exotic travel, and an adoring boyfriend. The world believes Chase is a style icon. The world is mistaken.Ethan Wells is actually the one who knows what to wear, what to eat and how to do it but he⠙s happy staying behind the scenes producing their hit LGBTQ show Myles of Style. When Chase walks off set just before the Pride live TV show that will make or break Ethan⠙s career, Ethan thinks it⠙s just another tantrum⠦ until Chase⠙s Instagram shows him partying hard in Abu Dhabi.Out of options, Ethan drives up to rural New York to convince Chase⠙s estranged twin, Beau, to pass him off as Chase for a week, but Ethan finds a hairy, rugged mountain man who couldn⠙t be more different from his social butterfly, influencer brother.Can Ethan transform Beau into the star of the show and fool his bosses and Chase⠙s followers? And when Beau turns out to be kind, romantic and everything that Chase is not, does he really want Chase back, anyway?A gorgeously uplifting queer romance that is a love letter to NYC, featuring a fake-fake boyfriend, opposites attract and a vintage convertible full of elderly drag queens, don⠙t miss the feelgood read of 2023! Fans of Casey McQuiston, Boyfriend Material and Beth O⠙Leary will love this.Readers are falling in love with The Problem with Perfect:⠘This book made my heart sing. If you⠙re a fan of rom-coms and makeovers⠦then this book will probably make your heart sing, too.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review⠘From start to finish, The Problem With Perfect was an absolute gem of a story. The characters had me laughing out loud.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review⠘I loved it!... The story is warm and affectionate and includes lots of diverse characters.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review⠘Fun, fun, fun, fun, fun. This book was a lot of fun!⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review⠘What a delight this book was!...Beau though!!! Can I marry a fictional character? I⠙m obsessed with Beau.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review⠘Funny and charming⠦Loved Uncle Clams and the senior drag queens.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review⠘Hilarious and endearing. Highly recommended!⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review⠘A heartwarming little romance book⠦The drag queens steal the show.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review⠘What a gorgeous, gorgeous book. A funny, warm and touching novel⠦full of deeper meaning.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review⠘Fresh, relatable, and fun!... This cast of found family was PERFECTION!⠙ Reader Review⠘Sweet and fun, with lots of heart and leaves you with a warm, happy feeling.⠙ Reader Review⠘A celebration of queer love, Pride, and living your best life⠦The supporting characters are all amazing, and the book is a joy to read.⠙ Reader Review⠘This was a fun, sweet read. I loved how the book was unapologetically queer.⠙ Reader Review⠘A delightful read that was fun and lighthearted, but with some important messages in it.⠙ Reader Review⠘This is a real fun book that reminds its readers that no one is perfect, embrace the messy and never be afraid to be yourself.⠙ Reader Review

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The Problem with Pierre - Suzanna Hubbard, C K Smouha

Praise for The Problem with Pierre Engaging, charming, and tender . -- Kirkus Starred Review What a heart-warming story of two loving and giving friends! This would make a nice readaloud for K-3 grades about inclusion, friendship and love . -- Youth Services Book Reviews Young cat enthusiasts receive a warm lesson on friendship and compromise which is engagingly different . -- Midwest Book Review A stylish picturebook with themes of compromise and friendship . -- Books For Keeps A tale of friendship and cooperation illustrated in a lovely free-flowing style, full of colour . -- Love Reading for Kids *Book of the Month* The differences between Bertram and his neighbor Alan were never a problem until a fussy cat entered the equation!Alan and Betram are next-door neighbors. They are also best friends. They are also very, very different to one another. Bertram is extremely neat, and Alan is wildly messy. When Bertram gets a cat, called Pierre, he is dismayed to find that Pierre prefers it at Alan’s house.Alan tries to help his friend out – giving him his old sheepskin coat, his chipped bowl and finally, his beat up old sofa. At last, Pierre and Bertram are happy, but Alan is not – he has no company and no sofa. Fortunately, Bertram comes up with a brilliant solution to the problem…The Problem With Pierre plays with the format of the book, returning to split spreads in which Bertram s neat-as-a-pin living room is on the left and Alan s homely chaos is on the right. When, at the end, Bertram knocks through the wall between the two houses, and puts the sofa in the middle, there is a coming together of content and format that is sure to delight readers young and old.

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Reading Planet - The Problem with Picasso - Green: Comet Street Kids - Adam Guillain, Charlotte Guillain

When Asha s dad takes Asha and Finn to the art gallery at the museum, it s not long before the kids find themselves in Pablo Picasso s house! He s got a problem - he needs to add something to one of his paintings, but he s not quite sure what! Can Finn and Asha help him? The Problem with Picasso is part of the Comet Street Kids range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Comet Street Kids is an action-packed character series with highly decodable books for Pink A to White band. Children will love experiencing the amazing adventures of Rav, Asha, Tess, Finn and Stefan! Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 5-6 years

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The Problem with Being a Person - Talia Pollock

Escape the race to happiness, build a life of value, and resist the pull of self-helpYou’ve heard this story: outwardly, woman was living the dream. Inwardly, woman was drowning in despair. It s what happened next that sets this tale apart.Many of us go through life believing that something about us is not normal enough. So, we devote ourselves to the endless pursuit of self-improvement. That’s what Talia Pollock decided to do. In her quest to feel better, Talia Pollock got seduced by self-help trends that offered fleeting solace but failed to soothe the depths of her inner turmoil. Conventional remedies, like medication and therapy, provided a semblance of relief but didn’t ease the angst she felt inside. It wasn’t until she discovered Existentialist philosophy that she discovered is that what we’re told is abnormal is actually entirely human, and it’s our attempts to cure ourselves of our humanity will eventually drive us mad.Echoing the timeless wisdom of philosophers and the timely research of social scientists, Pollock offers a modern take on finding the courage to create your own version of satisfaction.Pollock’s sincere retelling of her own experiences urges readers toquestion conventional notions of happinessembrace contentment as a lasting source of well-beingnavigate the challenges of a comfortably uncomfortable life Whether you’re grappling with existential questions, seeking to break free from societal expectations, or yearning for a deeper sense of fulfillment, The Problem with Being a Person offers a powerful message for prioritizing self-acceptance over self-improvement.

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The Book You Want Everyone You Love* To Read *(and maybe a few you don’t) (poškozená) - Philippa Perryová

Life is all about relationships and the quality of those connections, whether that s with family, partners, friends, colleagues or most importantly yourself. If you can get those relationships on a functional and even keel, then the other tricky stuff that life throws your way becomes easier to manage.In this warm, practical and witty book, No.1 Sunday Times bestselling psychotherapist Philippa Perry shows you how to approach life s big problems.How do you find and keep love? What can you do to manage conflict better? How can you get unstuck and cope with change and loss? What does it mean to you to be content? Are other people just annoying or are you the problem?With a healthy dose of sanity, Philippa Perry s compassionate advice could help you become a happier, wiser person.Includes some material adapted from the Ask Philippa columns in Observer Magazine.

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The Problem with Problems - Rachel Rooney

A masterclass in how to do children s self help well... the medicine will go down very easily TELEGRAPHHave you ever met a Problem? They come in all shapes and sizes, and can pop up at the most inconvenient times. But you should know some things about them that will help you make them disappearâ ¦This one-of-a-kind picture book will help little ones and grown-ups alike deal with their every day problems, from award-winning children s poet Rachel Rooney and highly acclaimed illustrator Zehra Hicks. For fans of Ed Vere and Kes Gray.Also in the series:The Worrying WorriesThe Fears You Fear

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The Problem with the Seventh Year - Nicholas Pierpan

The Problem with the Seventh Year is a bloody, unflinching drama about the fine line between being clever and being a coward.

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The Problem with Work - Kathi Weeks

The Problem with Work develops a Marxist feminist critique of the structures and ethics of work, as well as a perspective for imagining a life no longer subordinated to them.

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The Problem With The Other Side - Kwame Ivery

Uly has no interest in politics. He just wants to hang out with his new girlfriend, Sallie. His sister Regina feels differently. She is fed up with the way white school presidential candidate Leona talks about Black students. So Regina decides to run against Leona... Sallie has no interest in managing her sister Leona s campaign, but Leona is practically her only family. When Leona is accused of running a racist campaign that targets the school s students of colour - including Sallie s boyfriend, Uly - Sallie wants to give her the benefit of the doubt. But how long can she ignore the ugly truth?

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The Trouble With Perfect - Duggan Helena

Having uncovered the secrets that lay behind the spookily pristine town of Perfect, Violet and the townsfolk are enjoying their new freedom from the maniacal rule of the evil Archer twins. But have they really seen the last of Edward Archer? Why is Boy acting strangely? And who is masterminding a scary zombie army?

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The Merchant of Venice - William Shakespeare

Exam board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, EduqasLevel Subject: GCSE 9-1 English LiteratureNext exam: June 2026Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationLevel Subject: International AS A Level Literature in EnglishNext exam: June 2026This edition of The Merchant of Venice is perfect for GCSE-level and A-level students, with the complete play in an accessible format, on-page notes, introduction setting the context, timeline, character and theme indexes.Affordable high quality complete play for The Merchant of Venice, ideal for GCSE 9-1 and Cambridge A LevelDemystify vocabulary with notes on the page and concise commentarySet the scene with perfectly pitched introductions that introduce key contexts, concerns and stylistic features, and examine different performances and interpretationsRecall plot summaries at the beginning of each sceneSupport GCSE and A level revision and essay writing with theme and character indexesHelp students with social, historical and literary context with the bespoke timeline of Shakespeareâ ™s life and times

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Macbeth - William Shakespeare

Exam board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas; Cambridge Assessment International EducationLevel Subject: GCSE 9-1 English Literature; IGCSE Literature in EnglishFirst teaching: September 2015; September 2018Next exam: June 2025This edition of Macbeth is perfect for GCSE-level students, with the complete play in an accessible format, on-page notes, introduction setting the context, timeline, character and theme indexes.Affordable high quality complete play for Macbeth, ideal for GCSE 9-1 and IGCSEDemystify vocabulary with notes on the page and concise commentarySet the scene with perfectly pitched introductions that introduce key contexts, concerns and stylistic features, and examine different performances and interpretationsRecall plot summaries at the beginning of each sceneSupport GCSE revision and essay writing with theme and character indexesHelp students with social, historical and literary context with the bespoke timeline of Shakespeareâ ™s life and times

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Romeo and Juliet - William Shakespeare

Exam board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas; Cambridge Assessment International EducationLevel Subject: GCSE 9-1 English Literature; IGCSE Literature in EnglishNext exam: June 2026This edition of Romeo and Juliet is perfect for GCSE-level students, with the complete play in an accessible format, on-page notes, introduction setting the context, timeline, character and theme indexes.Affordable high quality complete play for Romeo and Juliet, ideal for GCSE 9-1 and IGCSEDemystify vocabulary with notes on the page and concise commentarySet the scene with perfectly pitched introductions that introduce key contexts, concerns and stylistic features, and examine different performances and interpretationsRecall plot summaries at the beginning of each sceneSupport GCSE revision and essay writing with theme and character indexesHelp students with social, historical and literary context with the bespoke timeline of Shakespeareâ ™s life and times

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Hamlet - William Shakespeare

Exam board: AQA, Edexcel, Eduqas, WJECLevel Subject: A Level English LiteratureNext exams: 2026This edition of Hamlet is perfect for A-level students, with the complete play in an accessible format, on-page notes, introduction setting the context, timeline, character and theme indexes.Affordable high quality complete play for HamletDemystify vocabulary with notes on the page and concise commentarySet the scene with perfectly pitched introductions that introduce key contexts, concerns and stylistic features, and examine different performances and interpretationsRecall plot summaries at the beginning of each sceneSupport A Level revision and essay writing with theme and character indexesHelp with social, historical and literary context with the bespoke timeline of Shakespeareâ ™s life and times

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Othello - William Shakespeare

Exam board: AQA Edexcel (A Level) , WJEC Eduqas (GCSE)Level Subject: A Level, GCSE 9-1 English LiteratureNext exams: 2026This edition of Othello is perfect for A-level and GCSE 9-1 students, with the complete play in an accessible format, on-page notes, introduction setting the context, timeline, character and theme indexes.Affordable high quality complete play for OthelloDemystify vocabulary with notes on the page and concise commentarySet the scene with perfectly pitched introductions that introduce key contexts, concerns and stylistic features, and examine different performances and interpretationsRecall plot summaries at the beginning of each sceneSupport GCSE and A Level revision and essay writing with theme and character indexesHelp with social, historical and literary context with the bespoke timeline of Shakespeareâ ™s life and times

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The Uncomfortable Truth About Money - Paul Podolsky

We are all stuck in a money cage. Money isnÂ’t the most important thing, but it is a thing and you canÂ’t get away from it. Birth costs money and death costs money. So even if you hate talking about money, you need to know the basics, the same way you need to know how to cook yourself a simple meal. The problem with most money books is that they are not written by practitioners and avoid hard truths. What a weathered investor knows is that stocks are not always good for the long run. They know that being stingy helps accrue wealth. They know the big thing when you buy property has nothing to do with the property. They know the big thing is less what happens to the markets in a day than if the entire system holds together. And they know what to look for if itÂ’s time to pull out. ThatÂ’s what this book will teach you, a lifetime of money learnings distilled to a thin volume, like a basic cooking recipe you can follow.

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The Bone Houses - Emily Lloyd-Jonesová

Seventeen-year-old Aderyn ( Ryn ) only cares about two things: her family, and her family s graveyard. And right now, both are in dire straits. Since the death of their parents, Ryn and her siblings have been scraping together a meager existence as gravediggers in the remote Welsh village of Colbren, which sits at the foot of a harsh and deadly mountain range that was once home to fae creatures known as the Otherfolk.The problem with being a gravedigger in Colbren, though, is that the dead don t always stay dead. The risen corpses are known as bone houses, and legend says that they re the result of a decades-old curse. Ryn has always been quick to deal with this inconvenience whenever they wander too close to her graveyard, but when Ellis, an apprentice mapmaker, arrives in town, the bone houses attack with renewed purpose.What is it about Ellis that draws them near? And more importantly, how can they stop them for good?Together, Ellis and Ryn embark on a quest that will bring them deep into the heart of the mountains, where they will have to face both the curse and long-hidden truths about themselves. Equal parts classic horror novel and original fairy tale, The Bone Houses will have you spellbound from the very first page.

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Sustainable Materials without the hot air - Jonathan Cullen, Julian Allwood

Now in its second edition, Sustainable Materials shows how we can greatly reduce the amount of material demanded and used in manufacturing, while still meeting everyone s needs.Materials, transformed from natural resources into the buildings, equipment, vehicles and goods that underpin our remarkable lifestyle, are made with amazing efficiency. But our growing demand is not sustainable. Production of just five materials â “ steel, aluminium, paper, plastics and cement â “ accounts for 55% of industrial emissions, and demand for materials will double by 2050. Can we continue to live well but use less materials? So far people have considered the problem with only one eye open, hoping for a magic solution (such as carbon capture and storage). But with both eyes open we have a whole new set of options. Rather than making more materials, we can use them more wisely â “ with less material, keeping them for longer, re-using their parts and more. These options make a huge difference: we really could set up our children with a more sustainable life, without compromising our own. Sustainable Materials faces up to the impacts of making materials in the 21st century. Drawing on their experiences working with innovative materials as well as the facts and findings of their research, Julian Allwood and Jonathan Cullen provide an evidence-based vision of change that will allow us to make our future more sustainable. Packed with hundreds of colour photos and helpful graphs and diagrams, Sustainable Materials provides a thorough analysis of the problems that we face through wasteful attitudes and the growing demand for materials, as well as an evaluation of practical and achievable solutions for the future. The first edition of this optimistic and richly-informed book was listed as one of Bill Gate s top reads in 2015, and was also chosen as an Outstanding Academic Title by ACRL Choice magazine. This up-to-date, revised edition is perfect for anyone with an interest in sustainability.

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The Catastrophe Hour - Meghan Daum

From the New York Times–bestselling author of The Unspeakable and The Problem with Everything comes a new collection of unputdownable essays.“For the last five or six years, on many afternoons around 4 or 5 p.m., I’ve been overcome with the sensation that my life is effectively over. Note the personal touch here. This is not a sensation of the world ending, which has been in vogue for quite some time now, and maybe for good reason. It’s a distinct feeling of being at the end of my days. My time, while technically not ‘up,’ is disappearing in the rearview mirror. The fact that this feeling of ambient doom tends to coincide with the blue-tinged, pre-gloaming light of the late afternoon lends to the whole thing a cosmic beauty, as devastating as it is awe-inspiring. As such, I’ve dubbed this the catastrophe hour.”Written between 2016 and 2023, these essays are classic Daum, showcasing the author’s wit, her intellect, and her uncanny ability to throw new light on even the most ubiquitous of subjects. Delving into divorce, dating, music, friendship, beauty, aging, death and money, Daum’s unflinching honesty and exacting observations secure her reputation as one of our most important and enduring essayists.

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The Book You Want Everyone You Love* To Read *(and maybe a few you donâ

As seen on ITV This Morning Brilliant . . . Very few self-help books are this wise The Times Life bible incoming: Philippa Perry s sage (and witty) advice will have you re-evaluating all the relationships in your life Stylist I LOVE Philippa Perry and think she s wise and brilliant Bella MackieLife is all about relationships and the quality of those connections, whether that s with family, partners, friends, colleagues or most importantly yourself. If you can get those relationships on a functional and even keel, then the other tricky stuff that life throws your way becomes easier to manage. In this warm, practical and witty book, No.1 Sunday Times bestselling psychotherapist Philippa Perry shows you how to approach life s big problems. How do you find and keep love? What can you do to manage conflict better? How can you get unstuck and cope with change and loss? What does it mean to you to be content? Are other people just annoying or are you the problem?With a healthy dose of sanity, Philippa Perry s compassionate advice could help you become a happier, wiser person. Includes some material adapted from the Ask Philippa columns in Observer Magazine.

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Artezans: The Forgotten Magic - L.D. Lapinski

Prepare for the magical adventure of your dreams, in the first in a brand-new series by L.D. Lapinski, author of Strangeworlds Travel Agency. A stupendous, witty, humane fantasy. Lapinski s done it again - an inventive, compelling world and characters I would die for. LD Lapinski is a genius! Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God s Guide seriesFor the last 400 years, magic has been fading...Edward Crane has always feared he won t have any magic at all. Sure, he s part of a powerful magic Artezan family, but he s adopted. His twin sister, Elodie, isn t so worried, but then everything always seems to work out perfectly for her.So when Ed discovers he does have an Artezan power after all, he s relieved. And it s more than he ever could have imagined - in fact, it s a dream come true.But the problem with dreams is that sometimes they twist themselves into nightmares. And with Ed s new abilities growing by the day, there s a chance that this nightmare will become all too real...

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The Worrying Worries - Rachel Rooney

Praise for The Problem With Problems: A masterclass in how to do children s self help well... the medicine will go down very easily TELEGRAPHWhat happens when you get a Worry? They can follow you around everywhere, and they are HUNGRY. They feed on your fears and put sad thoughts in your head until theyâ ™ve grown so big, it can be hard to get anything done! Luckily, the Worry Expert knows exactly what to do. The second in the series by CLPE award-winning children s poet Rachel Rooney.Also in the series:The Problem With ProblemsThe Fears You Fear

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The Fears You Fear - Rachel Rooney

Praise for The Problem With Problems: A masterclass in how to do children s self help well... the medicine will go down very easily TELEGRAPHWhat happens if you meet a Fear? It s a frightening thing, and it s different for us all. Some are helpful and keep us safe, others cannot be explained. You can fight them and tame them, but sometimes, you might find you were mistaken, and the Fear was really excitement all along! One thing s for sure... often the things you fear are more afraid of you.Also in the series:The Problem with ProblemsThe Worrying Worries

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The Gifts of Reading - Philip Pullman, William Boyd, Roddy Doyle, Iyer Pico, Robert Macfarlane, Chigozie Obioma, Jackie Morris, Candice Carty-Williams

With contributions by: William Boyd, Candice Carty-Williams, Imtiaz Dharker, Roddy Doyle, Pico Iyer, Robert Macfarlane, Andy Miller, Jackie Morris, Jan Morris, Sisonke Msimang, Dina Nayeri, Chigozie Obioma, Michael Ondaatje, David Pilling, Max Porter, Philip Pullman, Alice Pung, Jancis Robinson, S.F.Said, Madeleine Thien, Salley Vickers, John Wood and Markus Zusak This story, like so many stories, begins with a gift. The gift, like so many gifts, was a book... So begins the essay by Robert Macfarlane that inspired this collection. In this cornucopia of an anthology, you will find essays by some of the world s most beloved novelists, nonfiction writers, essayists and poets. You will see books taking flight in flocks, migrating around the world, landing in people s hearts and changing them for a day or a year or a lifetime. You will see books sparking wonder or anger; throwing open windows into other languages, other cultures, other minds; causing people to fall in love or to fight for what is right. And more than anything, over and over again, you will see books and words being given, received and read - and in turn prompting further generosity. Published to coincide with the 20th anniversary of global literacy non-profit, Room to Read, The Gifts of Reading forms inspiring, unforgettable, irresistible proof of the power and necessity of books and reading.Inspired by Robert Macfarlane Curated by Jennie Orchard

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The House with Nine Locks - Philip Gray

A master forger. A promise of freedom. A dangerous game. A page-turner: morally complex and beautifully written Leonora Nattrass, bestselling author of Blue Water Original and thoughtful Peter Hitchens, The Lamp In post-war Flanders, Adelais de Wolf s family is falling apart: her mother lost to religious devotion, her father to alcohol. But with the death of a beloved uncle, Adelais finds herself in receipt of an unexpected legacy: a shuttered house in a rundown district and its contents contents that hold the promise of independence and wealth.All that is required is application, nerve, and a willingness to break the law.Soon she is caught in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with fanatical and brutal detective Major de Smet of the Federal Gendarmerie. Could it be that her new life comes at too high a price? Intriguing, pacy, [with] a host of memorable characters [it] captures everyone s heart Virginia Baily, author of Early One MorningPRAISE FOR PHILIP GRAY Immensely enjoyable BBC TWO BETWEEN THE COVERS Atmospheric THE TIMES Haunting, cinematic and utterly gripping D. B. JOHN Literary class, intellectual depth and thriller pacing MATT REES Enthralling, enchanting . . . he really is that good DAVID YOUNG

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The Princes in the Tower - Philippa Langley

REVISED PAPERBACK EDITION FEATURING NEW DISCOVERIESAfter ten years of research, The Missing Princes Project is now concluded and the results are inâ ¦ Philippa Langley has done it again. - The Timesâ ˜Langley ... understands how to excite people about the past â ” more so, perhaps, than most academicsâ ™ - The New York Timesâ ˜Philippa Langley deserves huge credit for her discoveries.â ™ - The Spectatorâ ˜a phenomenal untold story.â ™ - History Hit (Book of the Month)â ˜a gripping and ingenious work of historical detectionâ ™ - The Wall Street JournalHistory re-written: how a 540-year-old mystery has been solved.â ˜The totality of evidence revealed is astonishing. Following the discovery of King Richard IIIâ ™s grave in a car park in Leicester in 2012, The Missing Princes Project will again rewrite the history books, redrawing what we know about Richard III and Henry VII and pressing the reset button of history.â ™ - Philippa LangleyIn the summer of 1483, two brothers were seen playing in the grounds of the Tower of London, where theyâ ™d been lodged by the Kingâ ™s Council â “ their uncle, the future Richard III, its chief member. From there the boys seem to vanish from the historical record, and so one of the greatest and most intriguing mysteries of British history was born. Over the centuries, historians have debated tirelessly about the fate of Edward V and Richard, Duke of York: did they die in the Tower? Did they escape? Were they murdered?After astonishing success in locating and laying to rest Richard III, Philippa Langley turns her forensic focus onto this enduring case, teaming up with criminal investigative experts, historians, archivists and researchers from around the world in her groundbreaking The Missing Princes Project. Following ten years of extensive research, investigation and formidable dedication, this landmark study has finally reached completion, with stunning conclusions.In The Princes in the Tower: How History s Greatest Case Was Solved, join Langley as she records the painstaking investigative work undertaken and lays out the evidence to reveal the remarkable untold story. Here she is able, finally, to address any injustice and solve the mystery surrounding the Princes in the Tower once and for all.Compelling in breadth and detail, this book asks its readers to re-examine what they thought they knew about one of our greatest historical mysteries. Perfect for fans of the period and the likes of Dan Jones, Philippa Gregory and Janina Ramirez.

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The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind - Kamkwamba William

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURED DIRECTED BY AND STARRING CHIWETEL EJIOFOR â “ AVAILABLE ON NETFLIXWhen William Kamkwamba was just 14 years old, his family told him that he must leave school and come home to work on the farm â “ they could no longer afford his fees. This is his story of how he found a way to make a difference, how he bought light to his family and village, and hope to his nation.Malawi is a country battling AIDS, drought and famine, and in 2002, a season of floods, followed by the most severe famine in fifty years, brought it to its knees. Like the majority of the population, William s family were farmers. They were totally reliant on the maize crop. By the end of 2001, after many lean and difficult years, there was no more crop. They were running out of food â “ had nothing to sell â “ and had months until they would be able to harvest their crop again.Forced to leave school at 14 years old, with no hope of raising the funds to go again, William resorted to borrowing books from the small local library to continue his education. One day, browsing the titles, he picked up a book about energy, with a picture of a wind turbine on the front cover. Fascinated by science and electricity, but knowing little more about the technology, William decided to build his own. Ridiculed by those around him, and exhausted from his work in the fields every day, and using nothing more than bits of scrap metal, old bicycle parts and wood from the blue gum tree, he slowly built his very own windmill.This windmill has changed the world in which William and his family live. Only 2 per cent of Malawi has electricity; William s windmill now powers the lightbulbs and radio for his compound. He has since built more windmills for his school and his village.When news of William s invention spread, people from across the globe offered to help him. Soon he was re-enrolled in college and travelling to America to visit wind farms. This is his incredible story.William s dream is that other African s will learn to help themselves â “ one windmill and one light bulb at a time â “ and that maybe one day they will be able to power their own computers, and use the internet, and see for themselves how his life has changed after picking up that book in the library.

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The White Queen - Gregory Philippa

THE FIRST IN A STUNNING SERIES, THE COUSINS #39; WAR, FROM INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING AUTHOR PHILIPPA GREGORY Set amid the tumult and intrigue of The War of the Roses, Philippa Gregory tells the story of one woman #39;s ambitious ascent to royalty during the unsolved mystery around her sons #39; imprisonment in the Tower in a captivating family drama. Elizabeth Woodville is a common woman who ascends to royalty by virtue of her beauty. A woman who rises to the demands of her position and fights tenaciously for the success of her family. A woman whose two sons become the central figures in a mystery that has confounded historians for centuries: the Princes in the Tower. Their fate remains unknown to this day. From her uniquely qualified perspective, Philippa Gregory explores the most famous unsolved mystery, informed by impeccable research and framed by her inimitable storytelling skills.Praise for Philippa Gregory: ‘Meticulously researched and deeply entertaining, this story of betrayal and divided loyalties is Gregory on top form’ Good Housekeeping ‘Gregory has popularised Tudor history perhaps more than any other living fiction writer…all of her books feature strong, complex women, doing their best to improve their lives in worlds dominated by men’ Sunday Times ‘Engrossing’ Sunday Express ‘Popular historical fiction at its finest, immaculately researched and superbly told’ The Times #39;Queen of the historical novel #39; Mail on Sunday

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The Collected Stories of Philip K. Dick Volume 2 - Philip K. Dick

The definitive editions of Philip K. Dick s short stories, containing some of the most defining works in the Science Fiction genre. This stunning new edition of Philip K Dick s work includes the influential Adjustment Team and The Father Thing , as well as a litany of mind-expanding other works.Work your way through some of the most influential stories from the 20th century, which have had a massive impact on popular culture. I am bowled over. I am so impressed by the variety in stories, and how interesting the individual story ideas are Goodreads reviewer, Philip K.Dick is a master of messing with your head in a story Goodreads reviewer, Enter the Mind of a Genius . . .This collection of short stories by Philip K. Dick are great, thought provoking, funny, and some really frightening Goodreads reviewer, This blew my mind, and then some. The ideas and concepts alone need five stars.What an amazing man Goodreads reviewer,

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The Princes in the Tower - Philippa Langley

â ˜Langley ... understands how to excite people about the past â ” more so, perhaps, than most academicsâ ™ â “ The New York Times Philippa Langley has done it again. â “ The TimesA HISTORY HIT BOOK OF THE MONTHHistory re-written: has the 540-year-old mystery been solved?â ˜The totality of evidence revealed is astonishing. Following the discovery of King Richard IIIâ ™s grave in a car park in Leicester in 2012, The Missing Princes Project will again rewrite the history books, redrawing what we know about Richard III and Henry VII and pressing the reset button of history.â ™ - Philippa LangleyIn the summer of 1483, two brothers were seen playing in the grounds of the Tower of London, where theyâ ™d been lodged by the Kingâ ™s Council â “ their uncle, the future Richard III, its chief member. From there the boys seem to vanish from the historical record, and so one of the greatest and most intriguing mysteries of British history was born. Over the centuries, historians have debated tirelessly about the fate of Edward V and Richard, Duke of York: did they die in the Tower? Did they escape? Were they murdered?After astonishing success in locating and laying to rest Richard III, Philippa Langley turns her forensic focus onto this enduring case, teaming up with criminal investigative experts, historians, archivists and researchers from around the world in her groundbreaking The Missing Princes Project. Following years of extensive research, investigation and formidable dedication, this landmark study has finally reached completion, with stunning conclusions.In The Princes in the Tower: Solving Historyâ ™s Greatest Cold Case, join Langley as she records the painstaking investigative work undertaken and lays out the evidence to reveal the remarkable untold story. Here she is able, finally, to address any injustice and solve the mystery surrounding the Princes in the Tower once and for all.Compelling in breadth and detail, this book asks its readers to re-examine what they thought they knew about one of our greatest historical mysteries. Perfect for fans of the period and the likes of Dan Jones, Philippa Gregory and Janina Ramirez.

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Star Wars: Luke Skywalker and the Shadows of Mindor - Matthew Stover

The Battle of Mindor, where the forces of the New Republic, led by Luke Skywalker, take on the Black Stormtroopers, led by Lord Shadowspawn, self-styled new Emperor of the galaxy. What Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han, Solo, Chewbacca, C-3P0, R2-D2, Lando Calrissian, and the pilots of Rogue Squadron don t realize is that the Battle of Mindor is a trap devised just for them -- a diabolical attempt by Lord Shadowspawn to do away with the heroes of the New Republic so that he can crush the upstarts and restore the Empire -- with himself at the helm. But Lord Shadowspawn has underestimated the bravery and resourcefulness of his enemies...

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Perfect Pedro - Simon Philip

For Pedro, everything must be perfect, but he s not yet found the perfect friend. One day he meetsPoppy, who seems perfect too-until Pedro goes round to her house for tea and, to Pedro s horror, she dips her chips in mustard and burps the entire alphabet! Still, Pedro and Poppy prepare a hula-hoop routine for the talent show, but Pedro decides that Poppy just isn t taking it seriously enough, so he goes at it alone. As Pedro is about to find out, aiming for perfection may not be a perfect approach to life. Sometimes doing something imperfectly with a friend can be a lot more fun!From the award-winning Simon Philip comes a hilarious new picture book about perfectionism, friendship, and hula-hooping!

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The Haunting of William Thorn - Ben Alderson

The Notebook meets The Haunting of Hill House in this split timeline queer twisted love story, set against the backdrop of a haunted English manor.William Thorn had his life all planned out… until he discovered his long-term boyfriend Archie in bed with another man. Distraught, William kicks him out of their home, where tragedy strikes when Archie is killed instantly in a car accident.Riddled with guilt, William is shocked to learn that heÂ’s inherited a manor in the quaint village of Stonewall, left to him in ArchieÂ’s will. He leaves the city with plans to make a new start for himself, but is surprised by the rundown state of the manor, and the unwelcoming villagers who want him gone. His only ally is Edward, a seemingly friendly local with secrets of his own.However, itÂ’s not only the villagers who are adverse to his presence. A malevolent spirit roams the manor, one that seeks to drive William out for good. But when he uncovers the heartbreaking tale of two men in love in the 1920Â’s, William strives to find peace for the spirit, ending the haunting once and for all.But what dark secrets lie hidden in the manor walls? And will William be able to put aside his own grief to save his new home...and his life?An evocative tale from #1 bestselling author Ben Alderson, exploring grief, trauma and the bones of the past, The Haunting of William Thorn is the perfect read for fans of the gothic.

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The Collected Stories of Philip K. Dick Volume 3 - Philip K. Dick

The definitive editions of Philip K. Dick s short stories, containing some of the most defining works in the Science Fiction genre. This stunning new edition of Philip K Dick s work includes the influential Minority Report and Sales Pitch , as well as a litany of mind-expanding other works.Work your way through some of the most influential stories from the 20th century, which have had a massive impact on popular culture. First time I have read Philip K. Dick and I thoroughly enjoyed his stories and the suspense that he puts into them Goodreads reviewer, Most of the stories had something to say about society.It was interesting to see how 50 years later so many of the fears and criticism was still relevant. Highly recommended Goodreads reviewer, Dick s stories are often surprising and spin a captivating yarn, but they are also teeming with fascinating ideas which ensure their ability to age well and keep modern readers interested Goodreads reviewer, Each tale is filled with twists and turns, and it s a total pageturner Goodreads reviewer,

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William the outlaw (Edition2023) - Richmal Cromptonová

William the Outlaw by Richmal Crompton is a classic children s adventure novel brimming with humor and mischief. Following the escapades of the lovable troublemaker William Brown, Crompton crafts a timeless tale that captivates readers with its humor and sense of adventure.In this novel, Crompton masterfully portrays the antics of William, a spirited schoolboy who constantly finds himself in humorous predicaments. Whether he s attempting to play the role of an outlaw or embarking on mischievous adventures with his friends, William s escapades are guaranteed to elicit laughter and entertainment. Richmal Crompton s witty storytelling and vivid characterization bring the world of William Brown to life, making it a beloved classic in children s literature. With its blend of humor, adventure, and mischief, William the Outlaw remains a timeless favorite among readers of all ages. This novel is a delightful journey into the imaginative world of childhood, where every day is filled with fun, trouble, and the thrill of adventure. As a classic of children s literature, William the Outlaw continues to entertain and inspire readers with its timeless charm and humor.

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The Favoured Child - Philippa Gregoryová

Pre-order BOLEYN TRAITOR now â “ Philippa Gregoryâ ™s landmark return to the Tudor court, coming Autumn 2025 â ¦The second novel in the bestselling Wideacre Trilogy, a compulsive drama set in the eighteenth century. By Philippa Gregory, the author of The Other Boleyn Girl and The Virginâ ™s Lover.The Wideacre estate is bankrupt, the villagers are living in poverty and Wideacre Hall is a smoke-blackened ruin.But in the Dower House two children are being raised in protected innocence. Equal claimants to the inheritance of Wideacre, rivals for the love of the village, they are tied by a secret childhood betrothal but forbidden to marry. Only one can be the favoured child. Only one can inherit the magical understanding between the land and the Lacey family that can make the Sussex village grow green again. Only one can be Beatrice Laceyâ ™s true heir.Sweeping, passionate, unique: The Favoured Child is the second novel in Philippa Gregory s bestselling trilogy which began with Wideacre and concluded with Meridon .

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The Collected Stories of Philip K. Dick Volume 1 - Philip K. Dick

The definitive editions of Philip K. Dick s short stories, containing some of the most defining works in the Science Fiction genre. This stunning new edition of Philip K Dick s work includes the influential Beyond Lies the Wub and Second Variety , as well as a litany of mind-expanding other works.Work your way through some of the most influential stories from the 20th century, which have had a massive impact on popular culture. One of the most original practitioners writing any kind of fiction Sunday Times No other writer of his generation had such a powerful intellectual presence Brian Aldiss Thought-provoking,original,deeply moving. HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION Goodreads reviewer, Very fun.Classic PKD Goodreads reviewer, Wow. Every single story in this book could be made into a contemporary movie Goodreads reviewer, Absolutely brilliant . .. Strongly recommend to everyone (even those who normally do not like science fiction) Goodreads reviewer,

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On the Trail of Wolves - Forrester Philippa

A chance to move to the US Wild West allows TV presenter Philippa Forrester to fulfil a lifelong dream of living among and learning all she can about wolvesWhen Philippa Forrester and her nature-loving family moved to the wilds of Grand Teton National Park, they quickly learned to love the wildlife of Wyoming and nearby Yellowstone. The sounds of wolves close to their new home fed Philippaâ ™s lifelong fascination with these remarkable animals, but nothing she had learned about wolves from her studies in the UK could have prepared her for the reality of living in wolf country. And as she and her family settled into their new wilder way of life, she discovered many locals are not excited about sharing their land with wolves.Twenty-five years after wolves were reintroduced to Yellowstone National Park, wolf packs are spreading into areas where their protection has been removed by the American administration. Without that protection, what is the future for wolves where many people resent that they were ever here at all?In On the Trail of Wolves, Philippa vividly recounts her adventures living among the grizzlies, elk and wolves in her new home in Americaâ ™s Wild West and chronicles her journeys further from home to talk to conservationists, rangers, hunters and ranch owners to investigate when and why opinions on wolves became so polarised.

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The Collected Stories of Philip K. Dick Volume 4 - Philip K. Dick

The definitive editions of Philip K. Dick s short stories, containing some of the most defining works in the Science Fiction genre. This stunning new edition of Philip K Dick s work includes the influential We Can Remember It For You Wholesale and The Electric Ant , as well as a litany of mind-expanding other works.Work your way through some of the most influential stories from the 20th century, which have had a massive impact on popular culture. A great collection, showcasing Dick s evolution Goodreads reviewer, my reason for giving the book a five-star rating has to do with my emotional state I felt when I closed the last page. I feel that I delved into a more extensive realm of PKD s mind by reading this collection Goodreads reviewer, An amazing collection of downright bizarre fiction.So many excellent stories that it would be hard to pick a favorite Goodreads reviewer,

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The Venetian Sanctuary - Philip Gwynne Jones

I devoured all Philip s novels and felt transported to Venice with a new intimacy Val McDermid__________________________________________Set against the backdrop of the most beautiful city on earth, this is a gripping and atmospheric crime novel perfect for fans of Donna Leon and Andrea Camilleri.Venice, June 2020. The city has returned to the Venetians during a merciful pause in the Covid pandemic, and few overseas visitors are to be seen. Yet Dominic Vicari, a British private investigator haunted by loss, has travelled across Europe to the tiny island of San Francesco del Deserto. The ancient monastery there, it is said, was founded by St Francis himself in the 13th century. Its population now consists of five Franciscan brothers and three pilgrims on retreat. Or, rather, two pilgrims and a dead man.Nathan Sutherland is called in when Vicari s broken body is found at the base of the campanile, his death seemingly nothing more than a terrible accident. But Nathan isn t so sure and sets out on an investigation that will reunite him with an old friend and an old adversary, and the discovery of a terrible secret hidden at the heart of the lagoon.__________________________________________Praise for Philip Gwynne Jones An irresistible concoction of crime and culture Daily Mail Gwynne Jones entertaining take on his beloved Venice is as delightful as a Spritz by the Rialto - a must for all Italy lovers David Hewson Clever and great fun The Times Superb - always gripping, beautifully constructed and vivid Stephen Glover Sinister and shimmering, The Venetian Game is as haunting and darkly elegant as Venice itself L.S. Hilton, bestselling author of Maestra Un-put-downable . . . If you love Venice, you ll love this because you ll be transported there in an instant. If you ve not been to Venice, read this book and then go. If you like intrigue, and a clever plot, you ll love this book Reader review, 5 stars The lively, colourful narrative scuds along as briskly as a water taxi...you ll enjoy the ride Italia Magazine

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His Dark Materials: The Amber Spyglass (Tv tie-in edition) - Philip Pullman

THE BOOK BEHIND THE BBC SERIES HIS DARK MATERIALS The third volume in Philip Pullman s groundbreaking HIS DARK MATERIALS trilogy, now a thrilling, critically acclaimed BBC/HBO television series starring Ruth Wilson, Dafne Keen and James McAvoy. We re going to the land of the dead and we re going to come back. Will and Lyra, whose fates are bound together by powers beyond their own worlds, have been violently separated. But they must find each other, for ahead of them lies the greatest war that has ever been - and a journey to a dark place from which no one has ever returned... The first series was the most-watched new British show in five years - and peaked at 7.2 million viewers. It received a 5-star review from Lucy Mangan in The Guardian: a riveting realisation of Philip Pullman s magic . HIS DARK MATERIALS is one of the most popular and successful children s series of all time.

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The Boleyn Inheritance - Gregory Philippa

Pre-order BOLEYN TRAITOR now â “ Philippa Gregoryâ ™s landmark return to the Tudor court, coming Autumn 2025 â ¦From the bestselling author of The Other Boleyn Girl, Philippa Gregory, comes a wonderfully atmospheric evocation of the court of Henry VIII and his final queens.The king will decide who will live and who will die; he has the power of God now.1539. Henry VIII must take his fourth wife and the dangerous prize is won by Anne of Cleves. A German princess by birth, Anne is to be Henryâ ™s pawn in the Protestant alliance against Rome, but the marriage falters from the start. Henry finds nothing to admire in his new queen, setting himself against his advisors and nobles to pay court to young Katherine Howard.The new queen begins to sense a trap closing around her. And Jane Boleyn, summoned to the inner circle once more by her uncle the Duke of Norfolk, finds a fractious court haunted by the Boleyn legacy of death and deceit.Nothing is certain in a kingdom ruled by an increasingly tyrannical king.

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The Pursuit of William Abbey - Claire North

South Africa, 1884. William Abbey, an English doctor, watches white colonists lynch a Zulu child. As the boy dies, his mother curses William: wherever he goes, the shadow of her son will follow him. It will never stop, never rest. It can cross oceans and mountains. And if it catches him, the person he loves most in the world will die . . .But to those in power, William s curse might be a blessing, and as the world slides towards war, William must decide what he s willing to sacrifice in order to survive.

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The Magus of Sicily - Philip Gwynne Jones

If this book is not popular with fans of The White Lotus, something is definitely awry . . . [a] sumptuously set mystery Daily Mirror Invokes Italy s most exquisite island as a setting for myth and murder . . . Truly evocative Financial Times Tension that keeps us rooted to the page Daily Mail------------An island of myth, legend . . . and murder?As the summer sun beats down on the ancient town of Acitrezza, a folk festival plays out in the picturesque harbour. Music, laughter and the aroma of local delicacies fill the air, and a traditional pantomime draws a crowd.For rookie journalist Nedda Leonardi, it s just another day s reporting in a calendar of unremarkable events. Until that is, the performers dive in the sparkling Ionian Sea for their finale... and emerge with a corpse. Could this be Nedda s big break?After one trick too many, Calogero Maugeri, self-styled Magus and con artist, is a wanted man. But his attempts to clean up his act and keep a low profile are thwarted when it s revealed he has a suspicious connection to the dead man pulled from the sea.A young reporter keen for a scoop and a reformed swindler desperate to clear his name... can this improbable pair solve the most unusual of murders?Discover the first mystery in your new favourite crime series set on Italy s most beautiful island: Sicily. A gripping and atmospheric page-turner, perfect for fans of Andrea Camilleri s Inspector Montalbano series.------------Praise for Philip Gwynne Jones: I devoured all Philip s novels Val McDermid Clever and great fun The Times An irresistible concoction of crime and culture Daily Mail As delightful as a Spritz by the Rialto - a must for all Italy lovers David Hewson Superb - always gripping, beautifully constructed and vivid Stephen Glover Sinister and shimmering L.S. Hilton, bestselling author of Maestra Vividly described Literary Review The lively, colourful narrative scuds along as briskly as a water taxi...you ll enjoy the ride Italia Magazine

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The Taming of the Queen - Philippa Gregoryová

FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR, PHILIPPA GREGORY, COMES A DEEPLY INTIMATE PORTRAYAL OF A WOMAN WHO LONGS FOR PASSION, POWER AND EDUCATION AT THE COURT OF A MEDIEVAL KILLER. Why would a woman marry a serial killer? Because she cannot refuse... Kateryn Parr, a thirty-year-old widow in a secret affair with a new lover, has no choice when a man old enough to be her father who has buried four wives - King Henry VIII - commands her to marry him. Kateryn has no doubt about the danger she faces: the previous queen lasted sixteen months, the one before barely half a year. But Henry adores his new bride and Kateryn #39;s trust in him grows as she unites the royal family, creates a radical study circle at the heart of the court, and rules the kingdom as Regent. But is this enough to keep her safe? A leader of religious reform and the first woman to publish in English, Kateryn stands out as an independent woman with a mind of her own. But she cannot save the Protestants, under threat for their faith, and Henry #39;s dangerous gaze turns on her.The traditional churchmen and rivals for power accuse her of heresy - the punishment is death by fire and the king #39;s name is on the warrant...Praise for Philippa Gregory: ‘Meticulously researched and deeply entertaining, this story of betrayal and divided loyalties is Gregory on top form’ Good Housekeeping ‘Gregory has popularised Tudor history perhaps more than any other living fiction writer…all of her books feature strong, complex women, doing their best to improve their lives in worlds dominated by men’ Sunday Times ‘Engrossing’ Sunday Express ‘Popular historical fiction at its finest, immaculately researched and superbly told’ The Times

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The Birdwatcher - William Shaw

WHAT DRIVES GOOD MEN TO MURDER? If you re not a fan yet, why not? Val McDermid William Shaw is an outstanding storyteller Peter May Grips the reader by the throat and never lets go Independent Sergeant William South has always avoided investigating murder. A passionate birdwatcher and quiet man, he has few relationships and prefers it that way.But when his only friend is found brutally beaten, South s detachment is tested. Not only is he bereft - it seems that there s a connection between the suspect and himself.For South has a secret. He knows the kind of rage that killed his friend. He knows the kind of man who could do it. He knows, because Sergeant William South himself is a murderer. Moving from the storm-lashed, bird-wheeling skies of the Kent Coast to the wordless war of the Troubles, The Birdwatcher is a crime novel of suspense, intelligence and powerful humanity about fathers and sons, grief and guilt and facing the darkness within.

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The Venetian Sanctuary - Philip Gwynne Jones

I devoured all Philip s novels and felt transported to Venice with a new intimacy Val McDermid An unputdownable thriller Gregory Dowling The plot is a masterwork of intrigue Daily Mail Gwynne Jones s talent for evoking place and atmosphere is clear as ever Literary ReviewWhat lies beneath?Venice, June 2020. The city has returned to the Venetians during a merciful pause in the Covid pandemic, and few overseas visitors are to be seen. Yet Dominic Vicari, a British private investigator haunted by loss, has travelled across Europe to the tiny island of San Francesco del Deserto. The ancient monastery there, it is said, was founded by St Francis himself in the 13th century. Its population now consists of five Franciscan brothers and three pilgrims on retreat. Or, rather, two pilgrims and a dead man.Nathan Sutherland is called in when Vicari s broken body is found at the base of the campanile, his death seemingly nothing more than a terrible accident. But Nathan isn t so sure and sets out on an investigation that will reunite him with an old friend and an old adversary, and the discovery of a terrible secret hidden at the heart of the lagoon. Praise for Philip Gwynne Jones Superb - always gripping, beautifully constructed and vivid Stephen Glover Clever and great fun The Times Sinister and shimmering, The Venetian Game is as haunting and darkly elegant as Venice itself L.S. Hilton, bestselling author of Maestra The Venetian setting is vividly described... good, fluid writing makes for easy reading Literary Review Un-put-downable . . . If you love Venice, you ll love this because you ll be transported there in an instant. If you ve not been to Venice, read this book and then go. If you like intrigue, and a clever plot, you ll love this book Amazon reviewer, 5***** The lively, colourful narrative scuds along as briskly as a water taxi...you ll enjoy the ride Italia Magazine

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The Constant Princess - Gregory Philippa

Pre-order BOLEYN TRAITOR now â “ Philippa Gregoryâ ™s landmark return to the Tudor court, coming Autumn 2025 â ¦A splendid and sumptuous historical novel from the internationally bestselling author, Philippa Gregory, telling of the early life of Katherine of Aragon.I was born a princess, destined to be queen, and I know my duty.1491. Henry VIIâ ™s eldest son Arthur Tudor, Prince of Wales, has been betrothed since childhood to the Spanish princess Katherine of Aragon. Their marriage will cement the alliance Henry Tudor craves to secure his country.But when Arthurâ ™s sudden death leaves an 11-year-old boy heir to the kingdom, Henry Tudor must choose whether to send Katherine back to Spain, or to marry her himself. Katherine has no son from her brief marriage to secure her future; her substantial dowry and his powerful contract are at stake.Henry has reckoned without the determination of a young woman set on fulfilling her own destiny to be a queen â “ and the ambition of Prince Harry, the future Henry VIII.Don t miss THE SPANISH PRINCESS on Amazon Prime, based on The Constant Princess and The King s Curse â ¦

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Slaves of the Mastery - William Nicholson

The second book in William Nicholsonâ ™s award-winning epic fantasy series, Wind on Fire.â ˜Gloriously cinematic and completely enthrallingâ ™ â “ IndependentFive years have passed. The city of Aramanth has become kinder â “ weaker. When ruthless soldiers of the Mastery strike, the city is burned, and the Manth people taken into slavery. Kestrel is left, separated from her brother Bowman, and vowing revenge â ¦ Fantasy books for children donâ ™t get more spectacular than Slaves of the Mastery.Since first publication, William Nicholsonâ ™s Wind on Fire trilogy has been translated into over 25 languages and won prizes including the Blue Peter Book Award and Smarties Prize Gold Award. One of the greatest writers of our time, William Nicholson has not only sold millions of childrenâ ™s books worldwide, he also written for the screen and the stage, including the Oscar-winning film Gladiator and the BAFTA-winning play Shadowlands.

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The Vampyre - John William Polidori

When Aubrey, a young Englishman, meets a mysterious man from London high society, Lord Ruthven, they become unlikely friends. Shortly after, Aubrey decides to accompany the noble on a trip to Rome. However, when a moral disagreement arises between the two, Aubrey decides to leave Ruthven in Rome, and goes off on his own. Arriving in Greece, Aubrey meets Ianthe, and the two share an immediate connection. After sharing stories and an evening together, Aubrey and Ianthe part ways for the night. However, after a devastating turn of events, Aubrey and Ruthven reunite, and Aubrey, ready to leave Greece behind, is happy to travel with the older man once again. But as they continue their travels, Aubrey slowly begins to notice Ruthven’s odd behavior. After even more consideration, Aubrey realizes a shocking pattern—nearly everyone that Ruthven comes in close contact to meets an untimely end. Afraid of his newly acquired knowledge, Aubrey attempts to distance himself from the suspicious man, though he is forced to reconsider his efforts when Ruthven expresses intent to marry Aubrey’s sister. First published under Lord Byron’s name, The Vampyre rose to immediate commercial success. However, though he was inspired by a discarded piece of Lord Bryon’s work, both authors have since admitted that John William Polidori was the true writer of The Vampyre. Considered to be the first work of vampire fiction, The Vampyre had an immense role in shaping vampires as literary figures, influencing the canonical rules of vampires that many still follow today. First published in 1819, Polidori’s The Vampyre remains to be a thrilling and spooky read centuries later, and has since inspired both film and theater adaptations. With mystery and eerie suspense, Polidori’s work is an extraordinary example of 19th century gothic horror. This edition of The Vampyre by John William Polidori features a striking new cover design and is printed in a font that is both modern and readable. With these accommodations, The Vampyre caters to a contemporary audience while preserving the original innovation of John William Polidori’s work.

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