the runaway daughter libby ashworth

A family torn apart. A daughter determined to stay together.When the parish guardians send Lydia, daughter of convict James Knowles, to be an apprentice in the cotton mill at Caton, she is distraught at being parted from her younger siblings and mother, Betty, but she has no choice.At the mill, Lydia is bullied by some of the other girls and things do not go well when she stands up to the ringleader. Fearing she has killed someone and with the word murderess ringing in her ears, Lydia runs for her life.Meanwhile, Betty and her children have been granted passage to Australia to join her husband, but Lydia cannot be found so Betty is forced to leave without her.When Lydia arrives home to find her family has gone she is determined to follow them, all the while avoiding the law who seek to return her to the mill.A dramatic and emotional family saga for fans of Emma Hornby, Joanne Clague and Kitty Neale.Praise for The Runaway Daughter ‘A definite page turner.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘Absolutely brilliant read, fans of Catherine Cookson will love it.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘A dark and gritty read that I devoured, as I know all historical fiction lovers will. I laughed and cried but could not stop reading until I got to the end.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘An incredible story of a strong family bond, even as they struggle.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘Well worth reading the series. Such a good read and well told.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘Wow, what a brilliant book. So many emotions and some hard hitting moments. Family saga at its best!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

Objev podobné jako The Runaway Daughter - Libby Ashworth

''Forget The Salt Path - this writer''s introspective journey provides genuine food for thought... Chastened but buoyant, she''s stimulating to be with, her book the best kind of walking companion'' Guardian''Touching, thoughtful and frank - Jenn Ashworth is a wonderful writer''David Nicholls, author of You Are Here''I''ve long loved Ashworth''s uncanny fiction, and this memoir is filled with her characteristic understanding of the connections between the physical world and our interior lives. Wonderful for taking on a walk yourself.''Financial Times''Like going on a long walk with an old friend: I loved it'' Mark Haddon, author of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-TimeBurnt out and longing for an escape, Jenn Ashworth emerged from lockdown with a compulsive need to walk - and to walk away. Armed with little more than the knowledge imparted by a two-day orienteering course and a set of maps, she embarked on the most epic of English walks: Wainwright''s Coast to Coast.Guided not just by Wainwright''s writing but also by daily letters from her friend Clive - facing an epic journey of his own - Jenn''s pilgrimage soon becomes more than just walking: a chance to reconnect and excavate, to re-engage with the act of caring for others and for oneself.But the walk''s tricky terrain is not the only thing standing in Jenn''s way. As days go by, her balance begins to fail her and the act of putting one foot in front the other becomes a new exercise in caution. When a vicious heatwave forces her to pause her expedition and gives her an opportunity to investigate the new limitations of her body, Jenn is confronted with a life-altering diagnosis - and a new path of self-discovery.''With honesty, humour and determination, Ashworth''s journey takes the reader from coast to coast in search of freedom''Jessica Andrews, author of Milk Teeth''Stunning - and stunningly intelligent . . . I was very moved and with her every step of the way''Julie Myerson, author of Nonfiction''Full of intelligence and wisdom, searing self-awareness and humour... Jenn Ashworth is an incredibly talented writer''Lily Dunn, author of Sins of My Father''Beautifully realised and powerful''Catherine Taylor, author of The Stirrings

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Love, Lies, and Survival: The Unforgettable Conclusion to the Cavanagh Family series!Will Kitty and her family break free from the mills of Blackburn and seize their chance at a new life in America?–It’s been several years since Kitty Cavanagh’s life was turned upside down when her family made the perilous journey across the Irish Sea to Blackburn and she became a widow. After facing near destitution she’s finally making enough to put food on the table and keep a roof over their heads.Until, that is, the day she is out rag collecting and finds a bag of coins – coins that turn out to be counterfeit – and Kitty soon finds herself caught up in a police investigation. If found guilty, Kitty could end up losing everything she’s worked so hard to protect.Questioned by charming Constable Westwell, Kitty doesn''t know if she can really trust him. Dare she open her heart to him? But will the truth damn, or save, her?–Readers love The Cavanah Family Series‘A really sad story but one of survival through the hard times. The determination of Kitty made a very enjoyable read’ 5 ***** Reader Review‘What a story, full of hardship for a family of Irish immigrants, proving that above all Family is everything, as it should be!’ 5 ***** Reader Review‘A wonderful story’ 5 ***** Reader Review

Objev podobné jako The Widow’s Shillings - Libby Ashworth

We’re on the way back from a big shopping tripBut the bag’s caught a nail and it’s started to rip.Dropetty PLOP! Now what could that be?All on his own it’s a left-behind pea. Disaster strikes when Pea falls out of the shopping bag . . . Is this the end? Is it ALL OVER FOR PEA?! Of course it’s not! Follow Pea as he journeys across the city on a skateboard, and bus, and even on the wings of a passing-by bird – and has the adventure OF A LIFETIME! Sometimes it pays to be small . . . THE RUNAWAY PEA LEFT BEHIND is laugh-out-loud funny, bursting with imagination, and the most perfect third story in this much-loved series. The first book, THE RUNAWAY PEA, was chosen as BookTrust's Time to Read book of 2020, being given to 775,000 children in the UK. Keep your eyes PEAled for more brilliant Pea books - The Runaway Pea and The Runaway Pea: Washed Away!

Objev podobné jako The Runaway Pea Left Behind - Kjartan Poskitt

It's time for tea, but one pesky pea has decided to ping himself off the plate in search of a party!The rogue pea shoots, flings and bounces across the kitchen as he embarks on his perilous adventure - but will he find the fun he is looking for or is the kitchen a scarier place than he thought?This quirky caper from debut duo Kjartan Poskitt and Alex Willmore will show you just what can happen when you take your eye off your dinner for a second!Keep your eyes PEAled for more brilliant Pea books - The Runaway Pea: Left Behind and The Runaway Pea: Washed Away! PRAISE FOR THE RUNAWAY PEA:‘A runaway success’ – Philip Ardagh'Kids will enjoy . . . Poskitt’s lively rhyming verse as the pea plops, splashes, bangs and twangs his way across the kitchen' – The Observer

Objev podobné jako The Runaway Pea - Kjartan Poskitt

The runaway pea is back for another hilarious adventure!When one rogue pea finds himself s p i n n i n g down the plug hole, surely he’s in for a terrible time in the murky glurky sewers? NOT THIS PEA! Everything is an adventure! Everyone is a friend! But is all as safe as Pea assumes, or might he yet end up as someone’s dinner?! A fall-over-yourself funny sequel to the bestselling THE RUNAWAY PEA by Kjartan Poskitt and Alex Willmore, which has been shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize, and the FCBG award. Keep your eyes PEAled for more brilliant Pea books - The Runaway Pea and The Runaway Pea: Left Behind!

Objev podobné jako The Runaway Pea Washed Away - Kjartan Poskitt

To the Women is a celebration of the beauty, strength and joy of being a woman. A love letter to our deep capacity to love, rage, fear and rebuild, Donna Ashworth reminds us that we are stronger when we come together and unstoppable when we accept ourselves. With poems such as 'Be That Woman', 'Take Up Space', 'When One Woman Screams', 'There Will Be Days' and 'To the Woman Who Thinks She Isn't Good Enough', Donna helps us find comfort, inspiration and courage in the many roles we play in life as daughters, guides, mothers and friends.Originally self-published in 2020 with 48 poems, this beautiful gift hardback edition has been fully revised and updated complete with over 70 new poems. Full of wisdom and comfort every woman needs to hear, Donna helps us see that we're never walking alone.

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A Cinderella tale with guns and a Russian fairy godfatherMy foster sister is missing, and the men who kidnapped her have turned their sights on me. I'm running, but I can't hide forever. Sleeping rough on London’s streets is dangerous, but going back means death. I've seen their faces. I know their secrets. And I have enough evidence to destroy them. When I'm followed, I run again—straight into the path of a bullet meant for a handsome stranger. He’s an arms dealer with ties to the Russian mafia. He says he'll protect me. He says he'll kill for me. His name is Kolya Barinov, and this is the beginning of our story. The Runaway & The Russian is a slow-burn age gap romance packed with mafia danger, found family, emotional damage, and a hero who would raze the world to keep his girl safe. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Runaway series:? ? ? ? ? Kolya is hot, caring, and obviously adores Tess throughout the story, so much so that I may have swooned on more than one occasion. ? ? ? ? ? The chemistry these two have together is off the charts. ? ? ? ? ? Absolutely amazing story. Touches on a taboo subject however was written brilliantly and dealt [with] well. ? ? ? ? ? This book… wow the storyline… It's unique and interesting and I loved it. ? ? ? ? ? I could give more than 5 stars, I definitely would.

Objev podobné jako The Runaway & The Russian - Helen Bright

My marriage was supposed to protect me. I never expected to fall in love. What began as a convenient arrangement has become something real. I love Kolya Barinov, but his need for control clashes with every part of me. He may be a boss, but I refuse to be ruled. The police interviews are brutal. The images of my foster sister’s remains are burned into my memory. I need Kolya’s strength now more than ever, but he’s carrying scars of his own. And when Kolya swears vengeance, the consequences are always lethal. I want our marriage to survive. I want him. But some shadows don’t back down quietly… and I’m done waiting patiently in the dark. The Runaway in Love is a dark age gap, Bratva romance with spice, emotional suspense, and a heroine learning how to fight for her voice. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Runaway series:? ? ? ? ? This book made me laugh and cry, such a beautiful story which deals with some hard-hitting issues. ? ? ? ? ? Once again Helen Bright has given us love, bravery and intrigue in our heroine. ? ? ? ? ? Kolya, who loves her to distraction and would do anything to protect her. ? ? ? ? ? This well written story will have you crying (happy and sad) and many other emotions. ? ? ? ? ?  Intense story that kept me hanging on every word from start to finish – I could not put this down.

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The past will always catch up with you...THE RUNAWAY by No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author Martina Cole is an unputdownable thriller of corruption and violence and was adapted for television with an all-star cast including Alan Cumming, Jack O''Connell and Keith Allen. ''Martina tells it like it really is'' - Sun.You can''t run for ever.All that prostitute''s daughter Cathy Connor and drunkard''s son Eamonn Docherty want to do is escape their grim childhoods in London''s East End. And soon events turn so dangerous they are left with no choice but to flee. Cathy to the red lit streets of Soho, Eamonn to the high ranks of gangland New York.Now she''s a hardened survivor, he''s Gotham''s most ruthless villain, and their paths are about to cross once again...You might have seen THE RUNAWAY and THE TAKE on TV - but that certainly doesn''t mean you know what happens in the books!

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The first charming tale in The Little Red Train series which will appeal to all young children obsessed with engines, trains and things that go!Oh no! Duffy has forgotten to put on the brake and the Little Red Train has set off down the track without its driver! Can Duffy catch up with the runaway train?Maybe with a little help from his friends . . ."This lovely little book is a firm favourite with my 2-year-old daughter. The story has enough repetition to help her learn but not too much to stop her being interested in what happens"- a 5 star customer review

Objev podobné jako The Little Red Train: The Runaway Train - Benedict Blathwayt

A prophecy poisoned. A queendom at stake. A vial of tears holds their fates.A sweeping fantasy about betrayal, sisterhood, and deadly quests for power, with a stunning, slow-burn sapphic romance.For centuries, the citizens of Velle have waited for their New Maiden to return. The prophecy states she will appear as the third daughter of a third daughter. When the fabled child is finally born to Velle''s reigning queen all rejoice except for Elodie, the queen''s eldest child, who has lost her claim to the crown.The only way for Elodie to protect Velle is to retake the throne. To do so, she must debilitate the Third Daughter - her youngest sister, Brianne.Desperate, Elodie purchases a sleeping potion from Sabine, who sells sadness. But the apothecary mistakenly sends the princess away with a vial of tears instead of a harmless sleeping brew. Sabine''s sadness is dangerously powerful, and Brianne slips into a slumber from which she will not wake.With the fates of their families and country hanging in the balance, Sabine and Elodie hurry to revive the Third Daughter while a slow-burning attraction between the two girls erupts in full force.

Objev podobné jako The Third Daughter - Adrienne Tooley

A prophecy poisoned. A queendom at stake. A magic vial of tears holds their fates.A sweeping fantasy about betrayal, sisterhood, and deadly quests for power, with a stunning, slow-burn sapphic romance.For centuries, the citizens of Velle have waited for their New Maiden to return. The prophecy states she will appear as the third daughter of a third daughter. When the fabled child is finally born to Velle''s reigning queen all rejoice except for Elodie, the queen''s eldest child, who has lost her claim to the crown.The only way for Elodie to protect Velle is to retake the throne. To do so, she must debilitate the Third Daughter - her youngest sister, Brianne. Desperate, Elodie purchases a sleeping potion from Sabine, who sells sadness. But the apothecary mistakenly sends the princess away with a vial of tears instead of a harmless sleeping brew. Sabine''s sadness is dangerously powerful, and Brianne slips into a slumber from which she will not wake.With the fates of their families and country hanging in the balance, Sabine and Elodie hurry to revive the Third Daughter while a slow-burning attraction between the two girls erupts in full force.PRAISE FOR ADRIENNE TOOLEY''Majestically dark'' Morgan Rhodes''Would recommend this book so hard'' NetGalley Reviewer, *****''Emotionally gripping and devastating'' Leslie Vedder''I don''t think I''ll ever come out of an Adrienne Tooley book feeling anything other than awed and emotionally vulnerable'' NetGalley Reviewer, *****''Subtly vicious and achingly tender'' Allison Saft

Objev podobné jako The Third Daughter - Adrienne Tooley

This book is packed with beautiful images and reassuring words as a mother bunny tells her baby bunny how much she loves him.The Runaway Bunny, first published in 1942, has indeed become a classic picture book. Generations of readers have fallen in love with the gentle magic of its reassuring words and loving pictures. This beautiful new edition will be loved and shared by families for years to come.

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DANDY SMITH'S BRAND-NEW PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER, THE WEDDING VOW, IS OUT NOW!!Over 400,000 copies sold!Two Sisters.Caitlin and Olivia are excited to finally be old enough to stay home alone. But, when they fall asleep, someone turns the handle of the back door and nothing is ever the same again.A Missing Daughter.When their parents return, they find Olivia's bed empty. Their eldest daughter gone... until now.One Terrible Lie.Sixteen years later, Olivia is back, and everyone is desperate to believe the nightmare is over. But Caitlin doesn't trust the woman who claims to be her sister. Their memories of that night don't match, and they are both hiding secrets that could tear their family apart...What if they trust the wrong daughter?The absolutely gripping and page-turning new psychological thriller from bestselling author Dandy Smith, with a killer twist you won't see coming.

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''An unmissable reading treat'' Lancashire Evening Post''Beautifully written and emotionally charged . . . impossible to put down'' HAZEL GAYNORA heartwrenching and evocative wartime novel, perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore, Rachel Hore and Lucinda Riley.Two mothers. Two daughters. Two families torn apart forever.Paris, 1939. Elise and Juliette are certain nothing can come between them. So, when war breaks out and Elise is forced to flee, she entrusts Juliette with her daughter, playmate to Juliette''s own little girl.More than a year later, with the war finally ending, Elise returns to reunite with her daughter, only to find her friend''s bookstore reduced to rubble - and Juliette nowhere to be found. What happened to Mathilde in those last terrible moments? Juliette has seemingly vanished without a trace, taking all the answers with her. Elise''s desperate search leads her to New York - and to Juliette - one final, fateful time.The Paris Daughter is a story about mothers and daughters, the way loss transforms us, and the roads we find to beginning anew in the face of impossible odds.PRAISE FOR KRISTIN HARMEL:''Kristin Harmel is firmly in the top echelon of WW2 storytellers'' HEATHER MORRIS''A master storyteller'' SANTA MONTEFIORE

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"My darling B, my heart, my soul. I only wish we''d had longer. Longer to search for the daughter that I should never have given up. The daughter that I should have been brave enough to keep, brave enough to tell you about, brave enough to tell the world about."London, Present day. As Ella looks down at a faded black-and-white photograph of an unknown woman and child alongside a yellowing piece of sheet music, she wonders how the two things can possibly relate to her own family. The items were left for Ella at Hope''s House, a home for unmarried mothers whose babies were adopted.Soon Ella learns that the photograph was taken on the picturesque Greek island of Skopelos, nestled in the calming turquoise waters of the Aegean sea, and that the woman in the photo holds the key to her heritage. Ella''s new flame, Gabriel, urges her to unravel the mystery. He will wait for her for as long as she is on the island.Though torn, Ella decides to go and, once there, she discovers a heart-wrenching story of a royal family forced to leave their country for a new life in London, and of a girl with a unique talent for music who captured the heart of a young violinist.When Ella uncovers the sacrifice made by the two young lovers and comes face to face with her forgotten Greek family, her life is turned upside down. Will their story give her the courage to follow her own heart back to London and Gabriel, or will the beauty of the island capture her heart and lead her to a new love altogether?A totally addictive and heart-breaking novel about the strength of family ties and never giving up on true love. Perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore, Lucinda Riley and Victoria Hislop.What everyone is saying about Soraya Lane:"Outstanding, I wanted to stay awake to read more and kept finding 5 minutes here and there to pick up the book!... Amazingly written" NetGalley reviewer "Amazing... I cried buckets, I laughed, and totally loved it" Goodreads reviewer "I started this book last night and finished it today... I couldn''t stop reading... Heartfelt... I was moved to tears... touched my heart in every way imaginable" Goodreads reviewer

Objev podobné jako The Royal Daughter - Soraya Lane

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the bestselling author of Mexican Gothic and Velvet Was the Night comes a lavish historical drama reimagining of The Island of Doctor Moreau set against the backdrop of nineteenth-century Mexico.“This is historical science fiction at its best: a dreamy reimagining of a classic story with vivid descriptions of lush jungles and feminist themes. Some light romance threads through the heavier ethical questions concerning humanity.”—Library Journal (starred review)“The imagination of Silvia Moreno-Garcia is a thing of wonder, restless and romantic, fearless in the face of genre, embracing the polarities of storytelling—the sleek and the bizarre, wild passions and deep hatreds—with cool equanimity.”—The New York Times (Editors’ Choice)ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New York Times Book Review, Time, NPR, Polygon, Tordotcom, Paste, CrimeReads, BooklistCarlota Moreau: A young woman growing up on a distant and luxuriant estate, safe from the conflict and strife of the Yucatán peninsula. The only daughter of a researcher who is either a genius or a madman.Montgomery Laughton: A melancholic overseer with a tragic past and a propensity for alcohol. An outcast who assists Dr. Moreau with his experiments, which are financed by the Lizaldes, owners of magnificent haciendas and plentiful coffers.The hybrids: The fruits of the doctor’s labor, destined to blindly obey their creator and remain in the shadows. A motley group of part human, part animal monstrosities.All of them live in a perfectly balanced and static world, which is jolted by the abrupt arrival of Eduardo Lizalde, the charming and careless son of Dr. Moreau’s patron, who will unwittingly begin a dangerous chain reaction.For Moreau keeps secrets, Carlota has questions, and, in the sweltering heat of the jungle, passions may ignite.The Daughter of Doctor Moreau is both a dazzling historical novel and a daring science fiction journey.

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‘Transporting and profoundly moving…this is a gripping, sweeping romance to break your heart.’ -Amanda Geard, author of The Midnight House‘A total treat…I was transported by this beautiful tale of sisterhood, family drama, war, and love. The Distant Daughter is an unforgettable read.” -Jenny Ashcroft, author of Beneath a Burning SkySingapore, 1941: Singapore City lights up with explosions as the first Japanese bombs rain down. Until now, the war has seemed a distant threat for Issey and her friends, drinking and dancing at Raffles. But with the Japanese invasion looming, Issey knows she must leave. Mysterious, handsome Alex Cartwright has sworn he will see her to safety. Cornwall, 2025: Nursing a broken heart, Lamorna flees her life in Singapore, returning to Trelenna, her Cornish family home. With ambitious plans to save and finance the crumbling house, her sister Zennor needs Lamorna’s help. When Zach, a local archivist, suggests telling the house’s story through the family archives, Lamorna discovers a battered leather diary written by Issey, a young woman living a glamorous life in 1940s Singapore. Within its pages, she finds the gripping story of Issey’s desperate escape. Fascinated by the links with her own life, Lamorna longs to know: did Issey and Alex survive the horrors of the Japanese attack on Singapore? And can their story of enduring love, strength and sacrifice inspire Lamorna to embrace a new life—and new love—at Trelenna?The Distant Daughter is an epic, heart-wrenching, uplifting and utterly enthralling family story, perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore, Karen Swan and Kate Morton.

Objev podobné jako The Distant Daughter - Lorna Cook

Spellbinding and suspenseful, Jeffrey Archer delivers thrills like no other author in The Prodigal Daughter. A magnificent story of love and politics, a No. 1 worldwide bestseller and the enthralling sequel to the multimillion-selling global phenomenon Kane and Abel.With a will of steel, Florentyna Rosnovski is indeed Abel’s daughter.Inheriting all of her father’s drive but none of his wealth, she is in pursuit of an ambition that far exceeds either her father or his great rival William Kane – to be the first female president.Born into a life of luxury, Richard Kane is determined to carve his own path in the world whilst building a future with Florentyna, the woman he loves.With Florentyna’s ultimate goal only a heartbeat away, both are about to discover the shattering price of power as a titanic battle of betrayal and deception reaches out from the past – a blood feud between two generations that threatens to destroy everything they have fought to achieve.‘If there were a Nobel Prize for storytelling, Archer would win’ - The Daily Telegraph

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A novel about a runaway teenager

Objev podobné jako Relda and the Runaway - Elaine Coltham

Instant New York Times Bestseller * A USA Today Bestseller * An Indie Bestseller * A Good Morning America Book Club Pick * Goodreads Choice Awards Nominee * An Audible Best Audiobook of the Year * A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year "Under the Same Stars will leave you shattered and wildly hopeful." -E. Lockhart, author of We Were Liars and Genuine Fraud"Stirring and absolutely unforgettable" -Samira Ahmed, New York Times-bestselling author of Internment and Hollow Fires"Full of banter, romance, humor and a little bit of magic" -Gayle Forman, author of Not Nothing and After LifeFrom New York Times-bestselling and Printz Award-winning author Libba Bray comes a propulsive historical mystery that examines truth, rebellion, reconciliation, and what must be sacrificed for a better world.It was said that if you write to the Bridegroom's Oak, the love of your life will answer back. Now, the tree is giving up its secrets at last.In 1940s Germany, Sophie is excited to discover a message waiting for her in the Bridegroom's Oak from a mysterious suitor. Meanwhile, her best friend, Hanna, is sending messages too-but not to find love. As World War II unfolds in their small town of Kleinwald, the oak may hold the key to resistance against the Nazis.In 1980s West Germany, American teen transplant Jenny feels suffocated by her strict parents and is struggling to fit in. Until she finds herself falling for Lena, a punk-rock girl hell-bent on tearing down the wall separating West Germany from East Germany, and meeting Frau Hermann, a kind old lady with secrets of her own.In Spring 2020, New York City, best friends Miles and Chloe are slogging through the last few months of senior year when an unexpected package from Chloe's grandmother leads them to investigate a cold case about two unidentified teenagers who went missing under the Bridegroom's Oak eighty years ago.This edition includes gorgeous stained edges!

Objev podobné jako Under the Same Stars - Libba Bray

From the New York Times bestselling author of Mexican Gothic and Velvet Was the Night comes a dreamy reimagining of The Island of Doctor Moreau set against the backdrop of nineteenth-century Mexico. ''ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED BOOKS OF 2022'' - She Reads''The imagination of Silvia Moreno-Garcia is a thing of wonder, restless and romantic, fearless in the face of genre, embracing the polarities of storytelling'' - New York TimesCarlota Moreau: A young woman, growing up in a distant and luxuriant estate, safe from the conflict and strife of the Yucatán peninsula, the only daughter of a genius - or a madman.Montgomery Laughton: A melancholic overseer with a tragic past and a propensity for alcohol, an outcast who assists Dr Moreau with his scientific experiments, which are financed by the Lizaldes, owners of magnificent haciendas with plentiful coffers. The hybrids: The fruits of the Doctor''s labour, destined to blindly obey their creator while they remain in the shadows, are a motley group of part-human, part-animal monstrosities. All of them are living in a perfectly balanced and static world which is jolted by the abrupt arrival of Eduardo Lizalde, the charming and careless son of Doctor Moreau''s patron - who will, unwittingly, begin a dangerous chain-reaction.For Moreau keeps secrets, Carlota has questions, and in the sweltering heat of the jungle passions may ignite.''Brilliant and riveting'' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Objev podobné jako The Daughter of Doctor Moreau - Silvia Moreno-Garciová

From the New York Times bestselling author of Mexican Gothic and Velvet Was the Night comes a dreamy reimagining of The Island of Doctor Moreau set against the backdrop of nineteenth-century Mexico. 'The deeply atmospheric novel blends horror, science fiction, and historical events' Time, 100 'Must Read Books of 2022'Carlota Moreau: growing up in a distant and luxuriant estate, safe from the conflict and strife of the Yucatan peninsula, she is the only daughter of an eccentric, and dangerous, genius. His experiments, a motley group of hybrid monstrosities, are blindly loyal to their creator.Into Carlota's strange but perfectly balanced world comes Eduardo Lizalde, the charming, careless son of Doctor Moreau's patrons. In the sweltering heat of the jungle, amidst her father's secrets and her own awakening feelings, Carlota will begin asking questions that could ignite a conflagration. ______________________'Genius .. . combine[s] contemporary political awareness with the appeal of a creepy gothic romance' - Guardian'An evocative slow-burn SF drama about colonialism, heredity and scientific hubris, couched in lush prose' - Financial Times'The imagination of Silvia Moreno-Garcia is a thing of wonder, restless and romantic, fearless in the face of genre, embracing the polarities of storytelling' - New York Times'Paints a vivid picture that is as alluring as it is unsettling, filled with action, romance, and monsters' Booklist

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Don’t miss the third book in the heartwarming six-part series from the No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author Dilly Court!After the sudden death of her husband, Patricia Greystone is left with nothing, and at twenty-four, she finds herself a penniless widow. As the youngest child of a large family, she has always been headstrong and proud – so she’s determined not to return to her family cap in hand. Instead she strikes out on her own.The dark streets of London are the perfect place to hide from the world, and Patricia makes her living singing on the streets. But the city is a dangerous place.Without her family around her, will Patricia lose her way?Book Three of The Rockwood Chronicles

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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

Objev podobné jako The Island Home - Libby Page

Introduce The Famous Five to younger readers with these BRAND-NEW mystery stories for children aged five and up!While helping to clear up the beach, the Five find a dog''s collar by the sea and are soon searching for the missing dog. And when they come to the new bakery, it''s not just the smell of cinnamon buns that catches Timmy''s attention ...Set in the world of Enid Blyton''s best-loved series, this newly created story follows Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog on a special new adventure. The story is broken down into short chapters with vibrant, full-colour illustrations on every page - perfect for shared reading or for newly confident readers to enjoy independently.Also look out for: The Birthday Adventure, Five to the Rescue! and Timmy and the Treasure, illustrated by Becka Moor.Enid Blyton''s eight original short stories about the Famous Five are also available as early readers illustrated by Jamie Littler. Collect them all!A Lazy AfternoonGeorge''s Hair Is Too LongWell Done, Famous FiveFive and a Half-Term AdventureWhen Timmy Chased the CatFive Have a Puzzling TimeGood Old TimmyHappy Christmas, Five!***The Famous Five®, Enid Blyton® and Enid Blyton''s signature are registered trade marks of Hodder & Stoughton Limited. No trade mark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trade mark and copyright owner.

Objev podobné jako Famous Five Colour Short Stories: Five and the Runaway Dog - Enid Blyton, Ahmed Sufiya

Excite your children and give them a firm foundation in phonics. Part of the Bug Club family, Bug Club Phonics aims to help children learn to read by the age of six in a fun and accessible way. Following the order of Letters and Sounds, the Bug Club Phonics programme matches the National Curriculum and Early Learning Goals and ensures children read from books with the sounds they know as they are learning to read. Ideal for home learning. Little Kay wants to go on holiday but first the train is late and then it runs past her stop! She goes to talk to the driver but discovers that he is a gorilla. Kay finds the brake and saves the day! Part of the Bug Club reading series used in over 3500 schools Helps your child develop reading fluency and confidence Suitable for children age 5-6 (Year 1) Book band: Blue A Phonics phase: 5

Objev podobné jako Bug Club Phonics - Phase 5 Unit 14: The Runaway Train - Willis Jeanne

The latest action-packed adventure from our indomitable Gauls, Asterix and the Griffin, is out now! When Adrenalin, the rebellious daughter of the great Gaulish chieftain Vercingétorix, arrives at their village, Asterix and Obelix are tasked with protecting her from the Romans chasing her. This is easier said than done though, as Adrenalin is desperate to escape!Follow our favourite heroes as they try and reach Adrenalin before the Romans do. With trademark jokes and chaotic fight scenes, the latest instalment in this best-selling series is sure to entertain new and old fans alike.

Objev podobné jako Asterix: Asterix and The Chieftain's Daughter - Jean-Yves Ferri

A NEW EDITION TO TIE IN WITH THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED FILM DIRECTED BY MAGGIE GYLLENHAAL, STARRING OLIVIA COLMAN, DAKOTA JOHNSON AND PAUL MESCALFrom the international bestselling author of MY BRILLIANT FRIENDLeda is devoted to her work as an English teacher and to her two children. When her daughters leave home to be with their father in Canada, Leda anticipates a period of loneliness and longing. Instead, slightly embarrassed by the sensation, she feels liberated, as if her life has become lighter, easier.She decides to take a holiday by the sea, in a small coastal town in southern Italy. But after a few days of calm and quiet, things begin to take a menacing turn. Leda encounters a family whose brash presence proves unsettling, at times even threatening. When a small, apparently meaningless, event occurs, Leda is overwhelmed by memories of the difficult and unconventional choices she made as a mother and their consequences for herself and her family. The seemingly serene tale of a woman’s pleasant rediscovery of herself soon becomes the story of a ferocious confrontation with an unsettled past. The Lost Daughter is a compelling and perceptive meditation on womanhood and motherhood, exploring the conflicting emotions that tie us to our children.18M copies of Elena Ferrante''s books sold worldwide

Objev podobné jako The Lost Daughter - Elena Ferrante

''An incredible debut'' ROXANE GAY''Wise and wonderful'' PAUL BEATTYWho would you sacrifice on the altar of ambition?Singapore, 1996. Before Arin, Genevieve Yang was an only child. Living with her parents and grandmother in a single-room flat in Bedok, she is saddled with an unexpected sibling when Arin appears, the shameful legacy of a grandfather long believed to be dead.At once collaborators and sisters, Gen and Arin grow up inseparable, navigating the intensity of life in working-class Singapore - where urgent insistence on achievement demands self-immolation in the realms of imagination, work, and play. But as the rapidly modernising, winner-takes-all world threatens to leave one behind as the other''s star rises exponentially, the sisters must weigh their allegiances and bonds, the cost of success and ultimately reckon with who they''ve become. What results is a story that cracks open the fault lines of Singaporean society, our desperate need for acceptance and our yearning to be loved.Vivid and visceral, The Original Daughter is a breathtaking act of empathy by a new literary star.

Objev podobné jako The Original Daughter - Wei Jemimah

From the winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize comes a pacy rhyming adventure, perfect for any child who loves trains. When a naughty little mouse steals cheese from the station master, a battle between cat and mouse follows! But they put their differences aside when a big, red steam train comes tearing down the track straight towards them! Exquisitely illustrated, this cat and mouse chase is a truly memorable ride that will be good for many repeated trips.''This is a book that children will really enjoy... It''s a book that will give children''s sense of adventure a boost up the bottom.'' - Rhino Reads

Objev podobné jako The Cat and the Mouse and the Runaway Train - Peter Bently

''Absorbing, thoughtful and moving... a wonderfully engaging feelgood read that you''ll want to come back to again and again'' MIKE GAYLE''Libby Page is a literary burst of sunshine . . . Utterly delightful'' VERONICA HENRY''An absolute must-read'' WOMAN''S WEEKLY_____________________________________________________________One dress. Three women. A lifetime of secrets.Among the cobbled streets of Frome in Somerset, Lou is about to start something new. After losing her mother, she knows it''s time to take a chance and open her own vintage clothes shop.In upstate New York, Donna receives some news about her family which throws everything she thought she knew into question. The only clue she has to unlock her past is a picture of a yellow dress.Maggy is in her seventies, newly divorced and all alone in an empty house. Visiting the little vintage shop in Frome, with its rows of beautiful dresses, brings back cherished memories she''d long put aside.For these three women, only by uncovering the secrets of the yellow dress can they unlock their next chapter..._____________________________________________________________READERS ARE LOVING THE VINTAGE SHOP:''I simply adored this gloriously uplifting story about friendship and fashion'' KATE EBERLEN''A gently uplifting tale of hope and opportunity'' SUNDAY EXPRESSSuch a warm and wise story about female friendship and vintage fashion. A joy to read!'' ALEX BROWN''This wholesome book will make perfect reading for a chilly day'' PRIMA''A perfect touch of escapism and wish fulfilment'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Heartwarming and heart felt, truly a delight!''⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Pick up two copies and give one to a friend or loved one, as it is guaranteed to bring them joy''⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''It is so gorgeous that I just wanted to keep reading it forever''⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Objev podobné jako The Vintage Shop - Libby Page

A gripping historical novel from Catherine Law, set against the beautiful backdrop of VeniceTo find what she has lost, she must go back to the beginning…1924The First World War is over and eleven-year-old Alexa is growing up on the idyllic Cornish coast with her best friend Harvey. But she soon discovers there are secrets at the heart of her family that have been hidden for years. And when her mother dies suddenly, she finds her whole life thrown into turmoil. 1931Still reeling from the secrets she uncovered, Alexa flees to the intoxicating city of Venice. But her new glamorous life is not what she hoped for and, with dark shadows closing in, she will question everything she thought she wanted…Perfect for fans of Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming. Praise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko'I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages' Helen Parusel'A haunting story of love and war' ?????????? Reader Review'You must read this book!' ?????????? Reader Review'I loved everything about this beautiful book. Simply wonderful' ?????????? Reader ReviewPreviously published as The First Dance

Objev podobné jako The Runaway - Catherine Law

London, 1930s. Years after she first fled to South Shields, Cathy is known by everyone as the landlady of the Robin Hood pub. But Cathy has a secret from her life before - a daughter, June, whom she had to leave behind. After all these years, can June accept her?Cathy''s friend Sofia faces her own dilemma. Encountering a man from her past, Sofia is given the opportunity to return to her hometown, Naples. It would mean escaping her own troubles in the Sixteen Streets... if only she dares take the chance.Cathy and Sofia have worked hard to shed the sorrows of their youth. But maybe by revisiting the past, they can work towards a happier future...

Objev podobné jako The Forgotten Daughter - Elsie Mason

A NEW EDITION TO TIE IN WITH THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED FILM DIRECTED BY MAGGIE GYLLENHAAL, STARRING OLIVIA COLMAN, DAKOTA JOHNSON AND PAUL MESCALFrom the international bestselling author of MY BRILLIANT FRIENDLeda is devoted to her work as an English teacher and to her two children. When her daughters leave home to be with their father in Canada, Leda anticipates a period of loneliness and longing. Instead, slightly embarrassed by the sensation, she feels liberated, as if her life has become lighter, easier.She decides to take a holiday by the sea, in a small coastal town in southern Italy. But after a few days of calm and quiet, things begin to take a menacing turn. Leda encounters a family whose brash presence proves unsettling, at times even threatening. When a small, apparently meaningless, event occurs, Leda is overwhelmed by memories of the difficult and unconventional choices she made as a mother and their consequences for herself and her family. The seemingly serene tale of a woman’s pleasant rediscovery of herself soon becomes the story of a ferocious confrontation with an unsettled past. The Lost Daughter is a compelling and perceptive meditation on womanhood and motherhood, exploring the conflicting emotions that tie us to our children.18M copies of Elena Ferrante''s books sold worldwide

Objev podobné jako The Lost Daughter - Elena Ferrante

Full of color, attitude, and heart, this picture book is a perfect read aloud for all the dancers, move-busters, and boogie-downers in the family! A must-have for Father''s Day!At last, the day of daddy-daughter dance is finally here! To get ready for their special night out, Mona and Daddy transform their entire day into a special dance routine. They boogie, shuffle, and slide to the hair salon, the nail place, and the dress store. Even when Daddy trips, he reminds his baby girl that the groove inside us never stops. But when they arrive, the dance has been cancelled! How will Mona, Daddy, and the other families get their chance to get down?

Objev podobné jako The Daddy-Daughter Dance - Malcolm Newsome

Meet Isadora Moon''s mermaid friend, Emerald! Emerald is learning how to be a mermaid princess, but there are just so many rules. She loves having fun with her friends and exploring her underwater world with her pet octopus, Inkibelle, she doesn''t want to be stuck in the palace with everyone looking at her and checking that she''s doing things the proper, royal way. Emerald''s mum and stepdad King Auster are busy preparing for a very important visit from another royal family-The Seadragons!Emerald is on her best ''princess-like'' behaviour even though she''d much rather be wearing her comfy clothes, hanging out with her friends and pet Octopus, Inkibelle. When Prince Mola Seadragon takes a Manta Ray from the royal stable and runs away, Emerald follows. On an adventure across Scallop City, Emerald and Mola discover they have much more in common than they thought.

Objev podobné jako Emerald and the Runaway Royal - Harriet Muncaster

Annie grew up enchanted by her grandmother’s stories of life in the Midlands during the mid-1900s, filled with memories of her sisters. Yet one sister, Vera, remained a mystery—never spoken of, only described as having run away. No explanation was ever given…Determined to break the silence, Annie imagines Vera’s life and gives her a voice.The Fifth Daughter is a poignant exploration of identity, family secrets, and the forgotten lives of women lost to history. Through Annie’s storytelling, Vera’s untold story finally comes to life.

Objev podobné jako The Fifth Daughter - Annie Stewart

When Adrenalin, the rebellious daughter of the great Gaulish chieftain Vercingétorix, arrives at their village, Asterix and Obelix are tasked with protecting her from the Romans chasing her. This is easier said than done though, as Adrenalin is desperate to escape!Follow our favourite heroes as they try and reach Adrenalin before the Romans do. With trademark jokes and chaotic fight scenes, the latest instalment in this best-selling series is sure to entertain new and old fans alike.

Objev podobné jako Asterix: Asterix and The Chieftain's Daughter - Jean-Yves Ferri

Rosa is a true city girl. She is reluctant to visit her Grandpa Paco as he lives in the hills looking after sheep. Rosa helps Grandpa Paco twice to rescue a troublesome ram and realises that life in the countryside can be fun! Part of the Bug Club reading series used in over 3500 schools Helps your child develop reading fluency and confidence Suitable for children age 9-10 (Year 5) Book band: Blue B Phonics phase: N/A

Objev podobné jako Bug Club Independent Fiction Year 5 Blue B Rosa and the Runaway Ram - Gareth Osborne

At Zoe's Rescue Zoo only the cutest, cuddliest animals need apply!

Objev podobné jako Zoe's Rescue Zoo: The Runaway Reindeer - Amelia Cobb

BOOK TWO IN ELIZABETH GILL''S HEART-WRENCHING FOUNDLING SCHOOL FOR GIRLS TRILOGYWhen little Ella''s grandmother dies, she is turned out of her home with nowhere to go. After her mother chooses her new husband over her daughter, Ella is forced to seek refuge at the Foundling School for Girls.Meanwhile, twins Julia and Ned are torn apart by their parents, sent away to different schools. They long to be reunited but will have to take matters into their own hands.In a world of hardship and betrayal, three children search for belonging. But with a lifetime of scars to carry, can they ever find true happiness?''Elizabeth Gill is a born storyteller'' Trisha Ashley

Objev podobné jako The Runaway Children - Elizabeth Gill

From New York Times-bestselling author Libba Bray comes an evocative and groundbreaking young adult historical mystery that examines truth, rebellion, reconciliation, and what must be sacrificed for a better world.

Objev podobné jako Under the Same Stars - Libba Bray

Argentina, 1939: "My darling Valentina, I beg you to not go through with this marriage. I know your duty to your family means the world to you, but I pray our love means more. Let us run away together, and never be parted again..."London, Present day. Rose once thought she was alone in the world, having just lost her beloved mother a few months ago. So, when she is presented with a mysterious box containing a small figure of a horse, a scrap of glittering silk and the hope of a lost family being found, Rose will stop at nothing to find them.When her search takes her to a sprawling and luxurious estate in Argentina, where the best polo horses in the world were once raised, Rose wonders if she''s mistaken. But when she meets a charming local, Benjamin, he takes her by the hand and encourages her to rediscover her roots.As they spend long sunlit days riding horses, and cosy evenings eating dinner with his family, Rose wonders how she will ever return to the grey skies back home. But then she discovers a heart-wrenching story of two forbidden lovers: of a wilful Spanish heiress and a hardworking stable hand, ripped apart by an arranged marriage and one of the largest inheritances in the country, which intertwines Rose and Benjamin''s families in ways she could never have imagined.As Benjamin''s family grow wary of the stranger in their home dredging up the pain of the past, Rose finds herself at a crossroads. Will her great-grandmother''s story give her the courage to fly in the face of convention and follow her heart? Or will she too have to give up the one she loves most to heal family ties...A heartbreaking and page-turning novel about following your heart and never giving up love. Perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore, Lucinda Riley and Victoria Hislop.

Objev podobné jako The Spanish Daughter - Soraya Lane

A gripping and heart-warming new saga of love, betrayal and secrets from Lynne Francis, author of A Maid''s Ruin, perfect for fans of Dilly Court and Rosie GoodwinKent, 1828. Lizzie Carey of Castle Bay is trapped in a life she never chose - endless days of cooking, cleaning, and caring for her five younger siblings after her elder sister Nell''s marriage. She longs to escape, but it seems like an impossible dream.That is, until she meets the enigmatic Mrs. Simmonds, who promises Lizzie a future far beyond the confines of her small town. The allure of a new life in Canterbury draws Lizzie into a world she never imagined, but it soon becomes clear that nothing is as it seems . . . Torn between family loyalty and the tantalising unknown, Lizzie is drawn into a situation she would never have thought possible. How far will she go for freedom?Praise for Lynne Francis''Impressively researched . . . I loved this five-star book'' Kay Brellend''An engaging, thoroughly researched tale of youthful naivety and courage in the face of adversity, full of rich detail and imagination. Highly recommended!'' RoNA award-winning, bestselling novelist Tania Crosse''A compelling and captivating historical saga rich in atmosphere, emotion and heart'' Goodreads Reviewer

Objev podobné jako The Disgraced Daughter - Lynne Francis

''For fans of classic hard-boiled whodunits, this is a time machine back to an exuberant era of snappy patter, stakeouts, and double-crosses'' LA Times ''Kingpin among the mystery writers'' New York TimesMuriell Gilman left her father at the breakfast table while she cooked seconds of sausage and eggs. When she returned, he had disappeared. She searched the house from cellar to attic. Then she went out to the workshop . . . there, scattered on the floor, were hundred-dollar bills, an overturned chair, and a spreading, crimson stain. That''s when she telephoned Perry Mason.Perry Mason has so many questions: why did she call him? Why didn''t she want her step-sister to talk to him? And why was Gillman''s wife being blackmailed - by a female private investigator . . . ?

Objev podobné jako The Case of the Duplicate Daughter - Erle Stanley Gardner

Now in her fifteen-year-old body, Claire has returned to Paffuto, this time as an actual noblewoman with special treatment, courtesy of her ex-fiancé Prince Asbert. She''s reunited with Prince Vik, Lui, and the others, but she''s forced to keep the secrets of their former lives from them. When it''s revealed that Prince Vik has an older brother in this timeline, Claire begins to wonder what happened in the year before she met him originally... Could his brother have been banished? Is Prince Vik in danger? What could he have been hiding from her, even when they were engaged?Â

Objev podobné jako Formerly, the Fallen Daughter of the Duke, Volume 5 - Saki Ichibu

When Nani is only seventeen, she loses her beloved sister and father. Misunderstood by the rest of her family, she is beguiled by an itinerant preacher, a handsome self-proclaimed ''man of God'' who seems to offer all the answers. But instead of building a better future with him, Nani is forced too soon into a challenging womanhood with an oppressive husband.Will she find the courage to take charge of her own life and seek true happiness, and at what cost?

Objev podobné jako The Middle Daughter - Chika Unigwe

A heartbreakingly beautiful, generation-spanning love story about lost love, family secrets and impossible choices, set against the stunning backdrop of Paris: the most romantic city in the world

Objev podobné jako The Paris Daughter - Soraya Lane