The cousins (defekt) - karen mcmanus

The Storys are the envy of their neighbours: owners of the largest property on their East Coast island, they are rich, beautiful, and close. Until it all falls apart. The four children are suddenly dropped by their mother with a single sentence:You know what you did.They never hear from her again.Years later, when 18-year-old cousins Aubrey, Milly and Jonah Story receive a mysterious invitation to spend the summer at their grandmother's resort, they have no choice but to follow their curiosity and meet the woman who's been such an enigma their entire lives.This entire family is built on secrets, right? It's the Story legacy.This summer, the teenagers are determined to discover the truth at the heart of their family. But some secrets are better left alone.THE BRILLIANT NEW THRILLER FROM INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF ONE OF US IS LYING KAREN M MCMANUS (knihydobrovsky.cz)

The Storys are the envy of their neighbours: owners of the largest property on their East Coast island, they are rich, beautiful, and close. Until it all falls apart. The four children are suddenly dropped by their mother with a single sentence:You know what you did.They never hear from her again.Years later, when 18-year-old cousins Aubrey, Milly and Jonah Story receive a mysterious invitation to spend the summer at their grandmother's resort, they have no choice but to follow their curiosity and meet the woman who's been such an enigma their entire lives.This entire family is built on secrets, right? It's the Story legacy.This summer, the teenagers are determined to discover the truth at the heart of their family. But some secrets are better left alone.THE BRILLIANT NEW THRILLER FROM INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF ONE OF US IS LYING KAREN M MCMANUS (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the author of One of Us Is Lying comes a brand new addictive thriller. Ivy, Mateo and Cal used to be close - best friends back in middle school. Now all they have in common is a bad day. So for old time's sake they skip school together - one last time. But when the trio spot Brian 'Boney' Mahoney ditching class too, they follow him - right into a murder scene. They all have a connection to the victim. And they're ALL hiding something. When their day of freedom turns deadly, it's only a matter of time before the truth comes out . . . It's Ferris Bueller's Day Off with murder, perfect for fans of One Of Us Is Lying and A Good Girl's Guide To Murder. This explosive new thriller is impossible to put down. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the internationally bestselling author of Netflix's hottest new show, One of Us is Lying, comes a new, page-turning thriller . . . True crime can leave a false trail. Four years ago, Brynn left Saint Ambrose School following the shocking murder of her favourite teacher. The case was never solved, but she's sure that the three kids who found Mr. Larkin's body know more than they're telling, especially her ex-best friend Tripp Talbot. He's definitely hiding something. When Brynn gets an internship working on a popular true-crime show, she decides to investigate what really happened that day in the woods. But the further she dives into the past, the more secrets she finds. Four years ago someone got away with murder. Now it's time to uncover the truth . . . (knihydobrovsky.cz)

The sequel to the international bestseller One of Us is LyingWelcome back to Bayview High . . .It's been a year since the events of One Of Us Is Lying.But nothing has settled for the residents of Bayview. Not now someone has started playing a sinister game of Truth or Dare.Choose truth? You must reveal your darkest secret.Choose dare? Well, that could be even more dangerous. Even deadly.When the game takes an even darker turn, suddenly no one at Bayview High knows who to trust.But they need to find out who is behind the game, before it's too late. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the author of One of Us Is Lying comes a brand new addictive thriller. Ivy, Mateo and Cal used to be close - best friends back in middle school. Now all they have in common is a bad day. So for old time's sake they skip school together - one last time. But when the trio spot Brian 'Boney' Mahoney ditching class too, they follow him - right into a murder scene. They all have a connection to the victim. And they're ALL hiding something. When their day of freedom turns deadly, it's only a matter of time before the truth comes out . . . It's Ferris Bueller's Day Off with murder, perfect for fans of One Of Us Is Lying and A Good Girl's Guide To Murder. This explosive new thriller is impossible to put down. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Již čtvrtý young adult thriller z pera autorky bestsellerů Jeden z nás lže, Dva tajemství neudrží a Jeden z nás je na řadě. Sestřenice Milly a Aubrey a jejich bratranec Jonah se skoro neznají. Jejich bohatá samotářská babička totiž vydědila jejich rodiče ještě před tím, než se vůbec narodili. Nikdy se s babičkou nesetkali, proto jsou všichni překvapení, když každému z nich dorazí dopis, v němž je babička zde do svého ostrovního resortu... Jejich rodiče mají jasno – tohle by mohla být příležitost, jak se vetřít zpět do babiččiny přízně. Dětem nezbývá, než se na ostrov vydat. Když však dorazí, hezky rychle se ukáže, že babička s nimi má úplně jiné plány. A čím déle na ostrově zůstávají, tím více přicházejí na to, jak tajemná – a temná – je minulost jejich rodiny. Ať už rodinu před lety rozdělilo cokoliv, ještě to neskončilo. A oni se letos dozvědí proč. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Echo Ridge.Ellery o tom městečku slyšela dost na to, aby se mu zdaleka vyhnula. Její teta, která v něm vyrostla, v sedmnácti beze stopy zmizela. A před pěti lety tam zavraždili místní královnu plesu. Teď se má Ellery do tohoto města hrůzy přestěhovat k babičce, kterou skoro nezná... První problémy na sebe nenechají dlouho čekat. Ellery ještě ani nenastoupila do školy a někdo už prohlásil letošní absolventské slavnosti za loveckou sezónu. Ples absolventu má být stejně nebezpečnou událostí, jako tomu bylo před pěti lety. A aby vrah dokázal, že to myslí vážně, ocitá se na seznamu pohřešovaných další místní děvče...Je zřejmé, že tohle na první pohled malebné městečko skrývá temná tajemství. Jenže Ellery ví o tajemstvích své. Její matka je má, a stejně tak i babička. A čím déle je Ellery v Echo Ridge, tím si je jistější, že v tomhle městě něco skrývá každý.Tajemství jsou ale nebezpečná záležitost – málokdo si je dovede nechat pro sebe... (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Ellery o tom městečku slyšela dost na to, aby se mu zdaleka vyhnula. Její teta, která v něm vyrostla, v sedmnácti beze stopy zmizela. A před pěti lety tam zavraždili místní královnu plesu. Teď se má Ellery do tohohle města hrůzy přestěhovat k babičce, kterou skoro nezná... První problémy na sebe nenechají dlouho čekat. Ellery ještě ani nenastoupila do školy a někdo už prohlásil letošní absolventské slavnosti za loveckou sezónu. Ples absolventů má být stejně nebezpečnou událostí, jako tomu bylo před pěti lety. A aby vrah dokázal, že to myslí vážně, ocitá se na seznamu pohřešovaných další místní děvče... Je zřejmé, že tohle na první pohled malebné městečko skrývá temná tajemství. Jenže Ellery ví o tajemstvích své. Její matka je má, a stejně tak i babička. A čím déle je Ellery v Echo Ridge, tím si je jistější, že v tomhle městě něco skrývá každý. Tajemství jsou ale nebezpečná záležitost – málokdo si je dovede nechat pro sebe... Doporučený věk 13+ (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Před pár lety přišel o život Brynnin oblíbený učitel. Jeho tělo objevila trojice místních studentů v lese nedaleko školy. Případ se nikdy nevyřešil. Brynn ho ale nedokáže pustit z hlavy. A tak, když získá vysněnou stáž v true crime show, se rozhodne přijít věcem na kloub. Jedním ze studentů byl tehdy Brynnin nejlepší kamarád Trip a nebýt jeho výpovědi, druhé dva studenty by s největší pravděpodobností odsoudili. Spolužáci mu zavázaní a Trip to moc dobře ví. Protože všechno, co tehdy policii řekl, byla lež… Doporučený věk 13+ (knihydobrovsky.cz)

For all of Kat's life, it's been her and her mother, Jamie - except for 12 years ago, when Jamie was married for two days and Kat had a stepbrother, Liam.But all that ended in a swift divorce.Now Jamie is a jewel thief trying to go straight, but she has one last job, at a billionaire's 80th birthday party. Neither Kat nor her mother know about two surprise guests: Liam and his father, a serial scammer with his own sights set on Ross Sutherland's family.Kat and Liam are on a collision course to disaster, and when someone dies, the two teens realize they might be in the killer's crosshairs. They can't trust anyone except each other.Or can they? Because if there's one thing both of them know, it's how to lie... (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Premiantka, princeznička, sportovní hvězda, školní grázl a kluk, co ví o každém všechno a nebojí se to napráskat všem. Tahle partička se sešla po škole, aby napravila své hříchy – konkrétně mobily při vyučování, kde nemají co dělat. Jenže ty mobily nebyly jejich a jeden z nich bude za hodinu mrtvý. Co se vlastně na Bayviewské střední stalo? Všichni přeživší mají motiv, protože jejich domnělá oběť plánovala zveřejnit jejich špinavá a ještě špinavější tajemství. Jenže jak poznat vraha, když každý má co skrývat? (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Již čtvrtý young adult thriller z pera autorky bestsellerů Jeden z nás lže, Dva tajemství neudrží a Jeden z nás je na řadě.Sestřenice Milly a Aubrey a jejich bratranec Jonah se skoro neznají. Jejich bohatá samotářská babička totiž vydědila jejich rodiče ještě před tím, než se vůbec narodili. Nikdy se s babičkou nesetkali, proto jsou všichni překvapení, když každému z nich dorazí dopis, v němž je babička zde do svého ostrovního resortu...Jejich rodiče mají jasno – tohle by mohla být příležitost, jak se vetřít zpět do babiččiny přízně. Dětem nezbývá, než se na ostrov vydat. Když však dorazí, hezky rychle se ukáže, že babička s nimi má úplně jiné plány. A čím déle na ostrově zůstávají, tím více přicházejí na to, jak tajemná – a temná – je minulost jejich rodiny. Ať už rodinu před lety rozdělilo cokoliv, ještě to neskončilo. A oni se letos dozvědí proč. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the internationally bestselling author of Netflix's hottest new show, One of Us is Lying, comes a new, page-turning thriller . . . True crime can leave a false trail. Four years ago, Brynn left Saint Ambrose School following the shocking murder of her favourite teacher. The case was never solved, but she's sure that the three kids who found Mr. Larkin's body know more than they're telling, especially her ex-best friend Tripp Talbot. He's definitely hiding something. When Brynn gets an internship working on a popular true-crime show, she decides to investigate what really happened that day in the woods. But the further she dives into the past, the more secrets she finds. Four years ago someone got away with murder. Now it's time to uncover the truth . . . (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Ivy, Mateo a Cal si bývali blízcí, teď už je ale spojuje jen společná střední a to, že mají všichni tři den blbec. Ivy prohrála volby do studentské rady, Mateovi zbývá jen krůček k vyhoření a Cala odmítla holka. Zase. Když na sebe tahle trojce narazí na parkovišti, rozhodne se vykašlat na vyučování a vyrazit za školu. Jen oni tři jako za starých časů. Kdo by to byl řekl? Jen co opustí parkoviště jim ale dojde, že si nemají co říct. Dokud si nevšimnou dalšího studentka Carletonské střední, který se rozhodl zatáhnout školu, a nevydají se za ním. A nechtíc se tak stanou svědky jeho vraždy. Co když se před školou nepotkali náhodou? A co když mají společného mnohem víc, než si doposud mysleli? Doporučený věk 13+ (knihydobrovsky.cz)

A perfect town is hiding secrets. Two teenagers are dead. Two murders unsolved. And a killer who claims to be coming back. Ellery's never been to Echo Ridge, but she's heard all about it. It's where her aunt went missing at age sixteen, never to return. Where a Homecoming Queen's murder five years ago made national news. And where Ellery now has to live with a grandmother she barely knows, after her failed-actress mother lands in rehab. Malcolm grew up in the shadow of the Homecoming Queen's death. His older brother was the prime suspect and left Echo Ridge in disgrace. His mother's remarriage vaulted them to Echo Ridge's upper crust, but it could all change when mysterious threats around town hint that a killer plans to strike again. And the return of Malcolm's brother doesn't help matters. But his return is just a coincidence... isn't it? Ellery and Malcolm both know it's hard to let go when you don't have closure. Then another girl disappears. As they race to unravel what happened, they realise every secret has layers in Echo Ridge. The truth might be closer to home than either of them want to believe. And somebody would kill to keep it hidden. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From international bestseller, Karen McManus, comes the explosive third and final thrilling instalment in the acclaimed One of Us... series. Life hasn't been easy for the Bayview Crew.First they had to prove they weren't killers. Then a new generation had to outwit a vengeful copycat. Now, it's beginning again.At first the mysterious billboard seems like a bad joke: Time for a new game, Bayview. But when a member of the crew disappears, it's clear this 'game' just got serious - and no-one understands the rules. Everyone's a target.And now that someone unexpected has returned to Bayview, things are starting to get deadly. Simon was right about secrets - they all come out in the end. Praise for One of Us is Next:'Given that her high-school-based murder mysteries read like bingeworthy Netflix dramas, it's easy to see why queen of teen crime Karen McManus is a bestseller on both sides of the Atlantic.' - THE OBSERVER'McManus keeps the juicy subplots ticking over and drip-feeds reveals as clinically as an IV tube.' - THE GUARDIANPraise for One of Us is Lying:'Tightly plotted and brilliantly written, with sharp, believable characters, this whodunit is utterly irresistible' - HEAT'A fantastic murder mystery, packed with cryptic clues and countless plot twists.I could not put this book down' - THE SUN (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Je to už pár let, co Brynniným rodným městem otřásla příšerná událost – smrt jejího oblíbeného učitele. Tělo tehdy objevila trojice místních studentů v lese nedaleko školy. Případ se nikdy nevyřešil a Brynn se k němu v myšlenkách neustále vrací. Jak je možné, že policie na nic nepřišla? Jakmile tedy získá vysněnou stáž v true crime show, rozhodne se přijít věcem na kloub. Jedním ze studentů, který tehdy tělo našel, byl Brynnin nejlepší kamarád Trip. A nebýt jeho výpovědi, druhé dva studenty by s největší pravděpodobností zavřeli. Spolužáci jsou mu zavázáni a Trip to moc dobře ví. Protože všechno, co tehdy policii řekl, byla lež… Doporučený věk 13+ (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Five students go to detention. Only four leave alive. Yale hopeful Bronwyn has never publicly broken a rule. Sports star Cooper only knows what he's doing in the baseball diamond. Bad boy Nate is one misstep away from a life of crime. Prom queen Addy is holding together the cracks in her perfect life. And outsider Simon, creator of the notorious gossip app at Bayview High, won't ever talk about any of them again. He dies 24 hours before he could post their deepest secrets online. Investigators conclude it's no accident. All of them are suspects. Everyone has secrets, right? What really matters is how far you'll go to protect them. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From international bestseller, Karen McManus, comes the explosive third and final thrilling instalment in the acclaimed One of Us... series.It's been almost two years since Simon died in detention, and the aftermath has been hard to shake. First the Bayview Four had to prove they weren't killers. Then a new generation outwitted a vengeful copycat. Now the entire Bayview Crew is back home for the summer, and everyone is trying to move on.Only, this is Bayview, and life is never that simple.At first the mysterious billboard seems like a bad joke- Time for a new game, Bayview. But when a member of the Bayview Crew disappears, it's clear this "game" is serious-and whoever's in charge isn't sharing the rules. Or maybe there aren't any.Bronwyn. Cooper. Addy. Nate. Maeve. Phoebe. Knox. Luis. Kris. Everyone's a target. And now that someone unexpected has returned to Bayview, things could start getting deadly.The thing is, Simon was right about secrets-they all come out, eventually. And Bayview has a lot it's still hiding. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Ellery o tom městečku slyšela dost na to, aby se mu zdaleka vyhnula. Její teta, která v něm vyrostla, v sedmnácti beze stopy zmizela. A před pěti lety tam zavraždili místní královnu plesu. Teď se má Ellery do tohohle města hrůzy přestěhovat k babičce, kterou skoro nezná... První problémy na sebe nenechají dlouho čekat. Ellery ještě ani nenastoupila do školy a někdo už prohlásil letošní absolventské slavnosti za loveckou sezónu. Ples absolventů má být stejně nebezpečnou událostí, jako tomu bylo před pěti lety. A aby vrah dokázal, že to myslí vážně, ocitá se na seznamu pohřešovaných další místní děvče... Je zřejmé, že tohle na první pohled malebné městečko skrývá temná tajemství. Jenže Ellery ví o tajemstvích své. Její matka je má, a stejně tak i babička. A čím déle je Ellery v Echo Ridge, tím si je jistější, že v tomhle městě něco skrývá každý. Tajemství jsou ale nebezpečná záležitost – málokdo si je dovede nechat pro sebe... Doporučený věk 13+ (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Pokračování bestselleru New York Times Jeden z nás lže. Po Simonově smrti zaplavila Bayviewskou střední vlna jeho napodobitelů. Každý z nich se snažil navázat na úspěch Simonova blogu, nikomu se ale nepodařilo dosáhnout jeho kvalit. Až doteď. Tentokrát se však nejedná o blog. Jedná se o hru, kterou všichni dobře známe. Pravda nebo úkol. Neznámý anonym zneužívá citlivé informace o spolužácích a nutí je vybrat si ze dvou možností. Splnit nelehký úkol, nebo zvolit pravdu, a nechat se tak vystavit veřejnému ponížení. Vzdát se hry není povoleno. První je na řadě Pheobe. Pokud se rozhodne nesplnit úkol, bude muset odhalit pravdu. A ta o ní není vůbec pěkná… Další hráčkou je Maeve. Proč jen nebyla moudřejší? Úkol je vždycky ta lepší varianta… Když si hra vybere Knoxe, úkoly se pomalu začínají zvrhávat… Je vůbec možné, aby někdo zašel ještě dál než Simon? (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Premiantka, princeznička, sportovní hvězda, školní grázl a kluk, co ví o každém všechno a nebojí se to napráskat všem. Tahle partička se sešla po škole, aby napravila své hříchy – konkrétně mobily při vyučování, kde nemají co dělat. Jenže ty mobily nebyly jejich a jeden z nich bude za hodinu mrtvý. Co se vlastně na Bayviewské střední stalo? Všichni přeživší mají motiv, protože jejich domnělá oběť plánovala zveřejnit jejich špinavá a ještě špinavější tajemství. Jenže jak poznat vraha, když každý má co skrývat? (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Ivy, Mateo a Cal si bývali blízcí, teď už je ale spojuje jen společná střední a to, že mají všichni tři den blbec. Ivy prohrála volby do studentské rady, Mateovi zbývá jen krůček k vyhoření a Cala odmítla holka. Zase. Když na sebe tahle trojce narazí na parkovišti, rozhodne se vykašlat na vyučování a vyrazit za školu. Jen oni tři jako za starých časů. Kdo by to byl řekl? Jen co opustí parkoviště jim ale dojde, že si nemají co říct. Dokud si nevšimnou dalšího studentka Carletonské střední, který se rozhodl zatáhnout školu, a nevydají se za ním. A nechtíc se tak stanou svědky jeho vraždy. Co když se před školou nepotkali náhodou? A co když mají společného mnohem víc, než si doposud mysleli? Doporučený věk 13+ (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Po Simonově smrti zaplavila Bayviewskou střední vlna jeho epigonů. Všichni se snažili navázat na úspěch Simonova blogu, nikomu se ale nepodařilo dosáhnout jeho kvalit. Až doteď. Tentokrát se však nejedná o blog. Jedná se o hru, kterou všichni dobře známe – Pravda, nebo úkol. Podezřelý anonym zneužívá citlivé informace o spolužácích a nutí je vybrat si ze dvou možností. Splnit nelehký úkol, nebo zvolit pravdu, a nechat se tak vystavit veřejnému ponížení. Vzdát se hry není povoleno. První je na řadě Phoebe. Pokud se rozhodne nesplnit zadání, bude muset odhalit pravdu. A ta není vůbec pěkná… Další hráčkou je Maeve. Proč jen nebyla moudřejší? Úkol je přece vždycky ta lepší varianta… Když se anonym zaměří na Knoxe, hra začne nabírat na obrátkách… Je vůbec možné, aby někdo zašel ještě dál než Simon? (knihydobrovsky.cz)

LONGLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE 2022A SUNDAY TIMES HISTORICAL NOVEL OF THE YEAR 2022AS HEARD ON BBC RADIO 4 OPEN BOOK'Brilliantly recounts the story of the American theatrical dynasty that produced Lincoln's assassin' Sunday Times Book of the MonthIn 1822, a stage is set: Englishman Junius Booth - celebrated Shakespearean actor and man of mesmerising charm and instability - moves to a remote cabin outside Baltimore with his wife, who bears him ten children.Of the six who survive infancy, one is John Wilkes - the hot-tempered but much-loved middle son who, in 1865, fatally shoots Abraham Lincoln in a Washington theatre, changing the course of history.What makes a murderer? His family or the world? And how can those who love him ever come to terms with his actions? Strikingly relevant to the world today, Booth is the story of one extraordinary family and the terrible act that shattered their bonds forever. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

The most popular girl in school is dead. And everyone's blaming the wrong guy.After falling from grace last summer, Agatha Christie-obsessed Alice Ogilvie needs to stay out of trouble. While smart and reclusive Iris Adams just wants to get the hell out of Castle Cove.But now they have a murder to solve. There are clues the police are ignoring, a list of suspects a mile long and some very dangerous cliffs.Amateur detectives Alice and Iris are about to uncover just how many secrets their sleepy seaside town is hiding... (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.One of Us Is Lying, a Level 6 Reader, is B1+ in the CEFR framework. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to four clauses, introducing future continuous, reported questions, third conditional, was going to and ellipsis. A small number of illustrations support the text.A geek, a jock, a criminal, a princess. A murder.Everyone has secrets. How far would you go to protect yours? Five students at Bayview High must stay late at school but only four of them leave alive. Bronwyn, Cooper, Nate and Addy all become suspects in a murder. Who do you believe? (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Jordan Shaw is one of the Mohiri's best young warriors. Fearless and bold, she's passionate about completing every job and living life to the fullest, even if that means breaking all the rules.When Jordan encounters a demon believed to have been killed off centuries ago, her discovery sends ripples up to the highest levels of the Mohiri. While they discuss how to face the biggest threat to humanity yet, she prepares herself for the mission of her life. She's not afraid of danger or dying, and she'll fight to the last breath to save her family.There's just one problem - the frustratingly fierce male warrior who calls to her demon. In her heart, Jordan knows he's her perfect match, but she has things to do before she's bound to a mate. Like saving the world. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

As the savage Clone Wars rage unchecked, the Republic’s deadliest warriors face the grim truth that the Separatists aren’t their only enemy—or even their worst.In the Grand Army’s desperate fight to crush the Separatists, the secret special ops missions of its elite clone warriors have never been more critical . . . or more dangerous. A growing menace threatens Republic victory, and the members of Omega Squad make a shocking discovery that shakes their very loyalty.As the lines continue to blur between friend and enemy, citizens—from civilians and sergeants to Jedi and generals—find themselves up against a new foe: the doubt in their own hearts and minds. The truth is a fragile, shifting illusion—and only the approaching inferno will reveal both sides’ true colors. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

YOU'VE NEVER READ A LOVE STORY AS TWISTED AS THIS.THE MUST-READ THRILLER OF 2018... Perfect for fans of THE WOMAN IN THE WINDOW, ANATOMY OF A SCANDAL, and THE GIRL BEFORE.Meet Juliette. She's intelligent, driven, committed - and in love.Some readers find her...'Obsessed and delusional''Like Glenn Close in Fatal Attraction... on steroids!''Single white female... from the other side''Truly the most psychotic girlfriend' 'Completely unhinged ... but you just can't help rooting for her' (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Two strangers from drastically different worlds meet . .. Wild-spirited Effie Gillies has lived all her life on the small island of St Kilda. But when Lord Sholto, heir to the Earl of Dumfries, visits, the attraction between them is instant.For one glorious week she guides the handsome young visitor around the isle, falling in love for the first time - until a storm hits and her world falls apart. Three months later, St Kilda lays silent as the islanders are evacuated for a better life on the mainland. With her friends and family scattered, Effie is surprised to be offered a position working on the Earl's estate.Sholto is back in her life but their differences now seem insurmountable, even as the simmering tension between them grows . . .Then, when a shocking discovery is made back on St Kilda, all her dreams for this bright new life are threatened by the dark secrets Effie and her friends thought they had left behind. Opposites attract in this epic and spellbinding novel, which transports us from the untamed beauty of St Kilda to the glamour and intrigues of high society in the 1930s. The Last Summer is the first book in the Wild Isle series by Sunday Times bestseller Karen Swan, inspired by the true history of St Kilda and its small island community.It is followed by The Stolen Hours. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Kniha - autor Karen McManus, 308 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná The Storys are the envy of their neighbours: owners of the largest property on their East Coast island, they are rich, beautiful, and close. Until it all falls apart. The four children are suddenly dropped by their mother with a single sentence: You know what you did. They never hear from her again. Years later, when 18-year-old cousins Aubrey, Milly and Jonah Story receive a mysterious invitation to spend the summer at their grandmother's resort, they have no choice but to follow their curiosity and meet the woman who's been such an enigma their entire lives. This entire family is built on secrets, right? It's the Story legacy. This summer, the teenagers are determined to discover the truth at the heart of their family. But some secrets are better left alone. THE BRILLIANT NEW THRILLER FROM INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF ONE OF US IS LYING KAREN M MCMANUS. (alza.cz)

Nothing improves the experience of wine like knowledge. The proof is in the numbers: Karen McNeil's The Wine Bible is America's bestselling wine book with over 800,000 copies in print. Now this essential book is even better, with a new third edition that's completely revised, completely updated, given a larger trim size and--yes!--now in full-color with over 400 new photographs. No other wine book compares to The Wine Bible in its gift for grounding the reader deeply, and happily, in the fundamentals while layering on passionate asides, tips, anecdotes, definitions, illustrations, maps, labels, and recommended bottles. It is like a complete, always fascinating wine course from a truly great teacher. Karen McNeil, "America's missionary of the vine" (TIME Magazine), is the only U.S. winner of every major wine award in the English language. And she herself has never stopped learning. For this new edition she tasted $168,000 worth of wines, a tremendous sacrifice to keep the reader current with: New chapters on Great Britain, Croatia, Israel; a new section called In the Beginning...Wine in the Ancient World; new fully revised Great Wines section (formerly the "Wines to Know") for each country and region; expanded chapters on France, Italy, Australia, South America, and the U.S.; an expanded grape glossary including 400-plus varieties; a revised wine terms glossary; and an expanded Mastering Wine Section incorporating latest science on taste and smell. Truly, a bible for curious wine-lovers of every level of expertise. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

We all need a little more sanuk in our lives Sanuk is a Thai concept that can loosely be translated as meaning ‘fun’. Though sanuk is in fact much more than that; it’s about achieving pleasure and joy in all aspects of life. For Thai people, if it’s not sanuk, it’s not worth doing.Thai people believe that it’s the little things that add up to a joyful life. Whether it’s raising happy kids, enjoying a quick chat with your neighbour or having a laugh with friends, they try to bring a sense of joy into their daily routines. This easygoing, fun-loving way of life is why Thailand is often called The Land of Smiles.But how can we learn to prioritise this sense of fun and pleasure in our own lives? With recent clinical studies showing a clear link between a person’s outlook on life and their health, a mindset of optimism and positivity has obvious benefits. Being a glass half full kind of person doesn’t just help us live longer, it helps us live better. Embracing sanuk and approaching life a glass-half-full attitude can make you happier, healthier and more productive – and this book will show you how. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

The iconic bags, the instantly recognizable packaging, the celebrity fans – Hèrmes is the last word in luxurious accessories. Through the generations, Hermès have created innovative and exquisite accessories for the most glamorous customers. From their nineteenth-century saddlery workshop to 1960s Paris and beyond, Hermès has graced the arms and wardrobes of style icons from Grace Kelly and Jane Birkin to Victoria Beckham and Kim Kardashian. Little Book of Hermès tells the story of the evolution of the House of Hermès, through beautiful illustrations of the most coveted items and authoritative text by fashion historian Karen Homer. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Translated by George Chapman, with Introductions by Jan Parker. Hector bidding farewell to his wife and baby son, Odysseus bound to the mast listening to the Sirens, Penelope at the loom, Achilles dragging Hector's body round the walls of Troy - scenes from Homer have been reportrayed in every generation. The questions about mortality and identity that Homer's heroes ask, the bonds of love, respect and fellowship that motivate them, have gripped audiences for three millennia.Chapman's Iliad and Odyssey are great English epic poems, but they are also two of the liveliest and readable translations of Homer. Chapman's freshness makes the everyday world of nature and the craftsman as vivid as the battlefield and Mount Olympus. His poetry is driven by the excitement of the Renaissance discovery of classical civilisation as at once vital and distant, and is enriched by the perspectives of humanist thought. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Unikátní pohled do zákulisí. Kniha The Beatles: Get Back vás přenese do posledního roku této celosvětově známé kapely. Fanoušci a všichni milovníci The Beatles se konečně dočkali. Přes deset let očekávaná kniha o legendární kapele je zcela jiná než jakákoli před ní. V The Beatles: Get Back je zaznamenáno vytvoření posledního alba Let It Be přímo vlastními slovy členů The Beatles, která jsou doplněna dříve nepublikovanými fotografiemi ze zkoušek pořízenými Ethanem A. Russellem a Lindou McCartneyovou. Padesát let po nahrávání alba Let It Be a natočení filmu, který je dokumentuje, vychází tato kniha jako doprovod třídílného dokumentárního filmu Petera Jacksona The Beatles: Get Back . Kniha nás přenese do ledna 1969, je to začátek posledního roku The Beatles jako kapely. Album The BEATLES (The White Album – Bílé album) je na prvních místech hitparád a známá čtyřka se schází v Londýně kvůli novému projektu. Po 21 dní v různých nahrávacích studiích s kamerami a rekordéry dokumentujícími každodenní zkoušení kapela nacvičuje a vylepšuje mnoho svých nových i starých skladeb. Vše vrcholí známým koncertem na střeše přinášejícím do centra Londýna krátký oddech od všeho shonu a nebývalý rozruch. The Beatles: Get Back vypráví příběh zkoušek kapely prostřednictvím přepisů konverzace jejích členů a všech přítomných. Díky jemným zásahům editora Johna Harrise máme jedinečnou možnost vše pozorovat z pohledu mouchy na stěně, být přímo u toho a hrát a zpívat a vymýšlet lepší verše současně s kapelou, která je fenoménem po několik desítek let. Tento naprosto unikátní pocit je ještě znásobený původními fotografiemi pořízenými přímo na místě či snímky ze zmíněného 55hodinového filmového záznamu. Vypráví se, že tyto zkoušky byly předzvěstí rozpadu kapely. Nicméně je nutné dodat, že to bylo zároveň nejplodnějším a vrcholným obdobím The Beatles, o kterém si nyní můžeme přečíst přímo od našich milovaných Brouků. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

A modern serial killer - hunting an ancient secret. \n\nA woman is left to die as the rebuilt Globe theatre burns. Another woman is drowned like Ophelia, skirts swirling in the water. A professor has his throat slashed open on the steps of Washington's Capitol building. \n\nA deadly serial killer is on the loose, modelling his murders on Shakespeare's plays. But why is he killing? And how can he be stopped? \n\nA gripping, shocking page turner, The Shakespeare Secret masterfully combines modern murder and startling true revelations from the life of Shakespeare. It has been acclaimed as one of the most compulsively readable thrillers of recent years. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

The classic translation of the cornerstone work of western philosophyPlato's Republic is widely acknowledged as one of the most influential works in the history of philosophy. Presented in the form of a dialogue between Socrates and three different interlocutors, it is an inquiry into the notion of a perfect community and the ideal individual within it. During the conversation other questions are raised: what is goodness; what is reality; what is knowledge; what is the purpose of education? With remarkable lucidity and deft use of allegory, Plato arrives at a depiction of a state bound by harmony and ruled by 'philosopher kings'. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

The classic translation of the cornerstone work of western philosophyPlato's Republic is widely acknowledged as one of the most influential works in the history of philosophy. Presented in the form of a dialogue between Socrates and three different interlocutors, it is an inquiry into the notion of a perfect community and the ideal individual within it. During the conversation other questions are raised: what is goodness; what is reality; what is knowledge; what is the purpose of education? With remarkable lucidity and deft use of allegory, Plato arrives at a depiction of a state bound by harmony and ruled by 'philosopher kings'. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Her codename is Kingfisher. Her mission: to seduce and marry most powerful man in the world. October 2016: In America, the election is a few weeks away. Journalist Grace Elliot has just landed a scoop that she believe will make her career. A porn-star is willing to talk about her affair with the man some hope and many fear will become the next president of the United Stares. But no one will touch it. Instead, Grace is sent to Europe where she discovers a story so big, so explosive that it could decide the American election and launch a new Cold War. If she can stay alive long enough to tell it... Spies, murder and one of the biggest conspiracies of our time lie at the heart of the thriller of the year. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

A stunning Penguin clothbound edition of Homer's great epic, in E. V. Rieu's classic translation.The Iliad is the first and the greatest literary achievement of Greek civilization - an epic poem without rival in the literature of the world, and the cornerstone of Western culture. The story centres on the critical events in the last year of the Trojan War, which lead to Achilleus' killing of Hektor and determine the fate of Troy. But Homer's theme is not simply war or heroism. With compassion and humanity, he presents a universal and tragic view of the world, of human life lived under the shadow of suffering and death, set against a vast and largely unpitying divine background..Seven Greek cities claim the honour of being the birthplace of Homer (c. 8th-7th century BC), the poet to whom the composition of the Iliadand Odyssey are attributed. The Iliad is the oldest surviving work of Western literature, but the identity - or even the existence - of Homer himself is a complete mystery, with no reliable biographical information having survived.E. V. Rieu initiated Penguin Classics with Allen Lane and his famous translation of the Odyssey was the first book published in the series in 1947. The Iliad followed in 1950. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

To have a colour named after you is one of the highest accolades in fashion. Valentino Garavani is one such icon. Since the founding of the House of Valentino in 1950s Rome, Garavani has been celebrated for the desirability of his designs. His stunning gowns in his signature Valentino Red have been sought after by the jet set for over half a century, and still signify the very epitome of red carpet glamour. Little Book of Valentino tells the story of this most elegant of brands. Beginning with Garavani's initiation into the world of haute couture in 1950s Paris, progressing through the glittering social scene of 1970s New York and Valentino's domination of Hollywood from the 1980s to the present day, images of every dazzling era are beautifully reproduced alongside text exploring the significance of each stunning piece. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

"Give me time and I'll give you a revolution" – Alexander McQueen Ever since its creation in 1992, the House of Alexander McQueen has been synonymous with drama, risk-taking and cutting-edge innovation. From iconic collaborations, like with Lady Gaga for her "Bad Romance" music video, to shockingly controversial runway shows like The Horn of Plenty, Alexander McQueen was beloved for his fantastical silhouettes and blurring of gender lines. This exquisitely illustrated volume explores the story behind the House, from McQueen's own early days to the current leadership of Sarah Burton. Through a carefully curated collection of finished designs, close-up details and sketches, this book pulls back the veil on the wonderful world of McQueen. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

"It's a fabulous thing to give life to fabric, to make something move well, the harmony of colour" - Hubert de Givenchy Ever since Audrey Hepburn stood outside Tiffany's, croissant in hand, Givenchy has been the last word in elegant couture. The clean, sweeping lines and classic, feminine silhouettes have enthralled women from the Duchess of Sussex to Kendall Jenner, all of whom adore the romanticism and sophistication of a Givenchy ensemble. More sculptor than designer, Hubert de Givenchy created a house that is utterly timeless. This exquisitely illustrated volume explores the story behind the brand, from its creation in 1952 to its current leadership and designs. Through a carefully curated collection of finished designs, close-up details and key moments, this book shines a light on the dazzling world of Givenchy. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

"Good fashion is evolution, not revolution" – Pierre Balmain One of the original big Parisian couture houses, alongside the likes of Dior and Chanel, Pierre Balmain reigned supreme over the 1950s fashion world with his spectacular and intricate evening wear. Now, in the twenty-first century, Balmain's ultra-modern look – still with the spirit of Pierre – is worn by the likes of Beyoncé, Kristen Stewart, Kate Moss and Kendall Jenner. Heavily embellished, dazzling detail meets futuristic silhouettes for an instantly recognisable look.Known for their strong social media presence driven by their "Balmain army" of fans, Balmain holds a unique position among the top couture houses today (knihydobrovsky.cz)

By the author of The Handmaid's Tale and Alias GraceThe sun brightens in the east, reddening the blue-grey haze that marks the distant ocean. The vultures roosting on the hydro poles fan out their wings to dry them. the air smells faintly of burning. The waterless flood - a man-made plague - has ended the world.But two young women have survived: Ren, a young dancer trapped where she worked, in an upmarket sex club (the cleanest dirty girls in town); and Toby, who watches and waits from her rooftop garden. Is anyone else out there? (knihydobrovsky.cz)

The Sleeping and The Dead is a tense psychological thriller from Ann Cleeves, author and creator of the three astounding TV series: Shetland, Vera and The Long Call.Detective Peter Porteous is called to Cranwell Lake where the body of a teenager has been discovered.After trawling through the missing persons files, he comes to the conclusion that the corpse is Michael Grey, an enigmatic and secretive young man who was reported missing by his foster parents in 1972.The news report that a body has been found leaves prison officer Hannah Morton in shock. Michael had been her boyfriend, and she had been with him the night he disappeared. And now the discovery is bringing back dreaded and long buried memories from her past . . . (knihydobrovsky.cz)

One of the all-time great animal stories. Kenneth Grahame's classic children's book, with exclusive illustrations from EH Shepard has delighted generations.The Wind in the Willows is one of the most famous and bestselling animal stories of all time. This exclusive 90th anniversary paperback edition celebrates E.H. Shepherd's classic illustrations that brought Mole, Ratty, Badger and Mr Toad to life 90 years ago and have captivated children and adults alike ever since.The Wild Wood seems a terrifying place to Mole, until one day he pokes his nose out of his burrow and finds it's full of friends. He meets brave Ratty, kind old Badger and the rascally Mr Toad, and together they go adventuring ... but the Wild Wood doesn't just contain friends, there are also the sinister weasels and stoats, and they capture Toad Hall when Mr Toad is in jail. How will he escape? And can the friends fight together to save Toad Hall?Kenneth Grahame's The Wind in the Willows is a classic animal adventure that charms and enthrals. This new paperback edition contains the original black and white illustrations by E H Shepard, the man who drew Winnie-the-Pooh. The perfect adventure for children aged 9 and above. (knihydobrovsky.cz)