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Alice in La La Land - Alice és a kaliforniai álom
TE MIT TENNÉL MEG AZ ÁLMAIDÉRT?
Alice Liddell legnagyobb álma, hogy rocksztár legyen, de szigorú édesanyja egy borostyán ligás egyetemre akarja küldeni, a lehető legmesszebb a szórakoztatóipartól.
Amikor kiderül, hogy Alice titokban egy bandában játszik,
és azt fontolgatja, hogy a zenei karrierért visszautasítja a Yale-t,
anya és lánya között olyan vita robban ki, ami mindent megváltoztat.
Alice ekkor tudja meg, hogy sosem látott apja a szórakoztatóipar
egyik ismert alakja, aki ráadásul Alice létezéséről sem tud.
A lány kétségbeesetten vágyik legalább egy olyan szülőre, aki megérti
és támogatja őt, így elhatározza, hogy felkutatja Los Angelesben élő apját.
Zenekarával merész tervet eszelnek ki, és nekivágnak Kaliforniának.
Ott azonban semmi sem a tervek szerint alakul...
Alice hamarosan Hollywood vad és őrült világában találja magát,
ahol mellé szegődik idegenvezetőnek a sármos rosszfiú Dylan Reese,
kedvenc sorozatának főszereplője.
„Nagyon szerettem ezt a könyvet! Legalább annyira, mint
a Cinder és Ellát!” – Chili87's World
„Ha Alice helyében lettem volna, én is hamar belezúgok Dylan Reese-be.
Dylan annyira édes, olyan csodálatos srác.”
– Amna (Taylor’s version), goodreads.com
„Egész éjjel ezt olvastam. Nem tudtam leállni.” – Emma, goodreads.com
Kövesd Alice-t a hollywoodi nyúlüregbe!
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Příběhy Sherlocka Holmese B1/B2
Publikace nabízí čtyři příběhy Sherlocka Holmese, které jsou určeny mírně pokročilým studentům angličtiny. Zájemci se díky nim nejen seznámí s případy, v nichž věhlasný detektiv rozehrává své brilantní logické myšlení, ale také si procvičí angličtinu. Český zrcadlový překlad umožní zkontrolovat, zda cizojazyčnému textu správně porozuměli. Na konci knihy jsou zajímavé informace o Sherlocku Holmesovi. Audionahrávka, na níž text vypráví rodilý mluvčí, je k dispozici zdarma na stránkách nakladatelství.
The Return of the King
The armies of the Dark Lord Sauron are massing as his evil shadow spreads ever wider. Men, Dwarves, Elves and Ents unite forces to do battle agains the Dark. Meanwhile, Frodo and Sam struggle further into Mordor in their heroic quest to destroy the One Ring.
The devastating conclusion of J.R.R. Tolkien’s classic tale of magic and adventure, begun in The Fellowship of the Ring and The Two Towers, features the definitive edition of the text and includes the Appendices and a revised Index in full.
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings, this second part of epic tale of fantasy is reissued with an exclusive cover image from the award-winning trilogy.
Colour Unbound: Henri Matisse 1941–1954
1941 marked a turning point in the life and work of Henri Matisse. At the age of seventy-two, he underwent major surgery that left him physically fragile. Yet Matisse viewed this moment not as a setback but as an opportunity 'to make the greatest progress of my life'. From that point until his death in 1954, he entered one of the most inspired and productive periods of his career. During those years, he created some of his greatest masterpieces - from the Chapel of the Rosary in Vence to his luminous cut-out gouaches, including Jazz. Vibrant and full of life, his late work stands in striking contrast to his declining physical state: dynamic, immediate and universally accessible.
Published to accompany the major exhibition at the Grand Palais, this catalogue brilliantly captures this late burst of creative vitality. Elegantly designed and beautifully printed, it brings together superb full-page reproductions of Matisse's artworks alongside rarely seen photographs of his studio, taken by renowned photographers such as Adant, Capa, Carone, Cartier-Bresson, Sima and Maywald. This visual dialogue - enriched by expert commentary - offers a deeper understanding of Matisse's final years and vividly conveys the synergy between art and life.
The Whisperwicks: The Impossible Trials
When Benjamiah discovers a strange fragment of witchstone, he find himself transported to the labyrinthine streets of Wreathenwold - a world of spectacular adventure and impossible magic.
Along with his friends Elizabella Cotton, Mea and Silas the mapmaker, Benjamiah embarks on a dangerous quest involving a strange collection of fairytales - The Book of Barely Believable Stories. The gang must undertake a series of magical trials to save the missing children of Wreathenwold, before Midsommer ends and they are lost forever . . .
Heir of Twisted Lies
Lyra Bien never expected to leave the royal house at Stonegate in one piece after her rare melder magic was revealed. Once she discovered the truth behind the need for her magic and the brutality of her kingdom, Lyra vowed to put an end to the corruption of the crown.
But is the enemy of her enemy her friend? Lyra must put her trust in the man who stole her heart . . . then deceived her.
Roark Ashwood rose through the ranks to become Sentry of Stonegate and personal guard to the prince, despite being born of the enemy clan, the Dravens.
But in a single heartbeat he destroyed his ruthless reputation all to save Lyra. With his true identity unveiled, Roark revealed years of plotting and betrayal to everyone he loves.
As Roark s two lives collide, he must fight to protect the woman he loves and outsmart those throughout the kingdoms who want his power for themselves.
Lyra must wade through long-kept secrets, rising battles, and vicious court intrigue all while keeping her feelings for Roark at bay.
The Final Gambit
WINNER TAKES ALL . . .
ONE LAST GAME.
Against all odds, Avery has survived nearly a year of secrets, schemes, and love lost and found at Hawthorne House. She's weeks away from fulfilling the terms of Tobias Hawthorne's will and inheriting his billions.
ONE MORE PLAYER.
Avery thinks she knows all the family secrets, but when a familiar face arrives with shocking news and a plea for help, it's clear there is one last puzzle to solve.
ONE FINAL TWIST.
Soon, Avery and the Hawthorne brothers are drawn into a last deadly game against an unknown and powerful opponent. Hearts and lives are at stake - and there is nothing more Hawthorne than winning.
Braving The Storm
I’m not supposed to feel this way…
To my family, I’m only useful for one thing: my surname. I’m Briar Lane. My father’s chess piece. A pawn to be traded.
But all it took was a dirty secret stuffed in a jacket pocket to unravel my world and send me running to the one place I knew they would never find me: Crimson Ridge.
I thought I’d be starting over alone. I never expected to find my father’s adopted brother, the ex-pro bull rider who consumes my space, and now, my every thought with it… Stôrmand Lane.
All it took was one misunderstanding to change everything.
I’m not supposed to know what those tattooed hands feel like, to feel butterflies anytime that pair of piercing blue eyes meet mine.
He might be my every fantasy, but he’s a temptation I have to ignore. Long nights spent in this tiny cabin can’t be the excuse to step into forbidden territory.
Or can they?
A Murder in Eight Cocktails
Mix one old flame with a splash of suspicion for the perfect...murder.
In the seaside haven of Carmel-by-the-Sea, Willa Keane’s marriage is in a rut. As a retired interior-designer-turned-influencer, she’s sure life begins at fifty-five, whereas her husband, Marty, is more interested in watching his beloved birds.
So when Willa is invited to the opening of the chicest new cocktail bar in town, she hopes the evening will rekindle their flame. But arriving at the party, Willa is shaken to discover it’s being hosted by her charming ex-husband, Paul.
The night is thrown into even deeper chaos when the bar’s enigmatic owner is found dead on the rocks below. A suicide message suggests there’s no foul play, but Willa’s heightened senses aren’t so sure. Now she must solve the mystery together with her husband…and her ex-husband.
Can they find the killer before another victim is served their last cocktail?
Thoughts from a Quiet Bench
Find joy in the everyday with this glorious and light-hearted picture book which asks even more questions than children do! From Kes Gray, author of the multi-million copy selling Oi Frog and Friends series.The Quiet Bench in the playground is the perfect place to sit and watch the world go by. It''s a place to listen, think, and ask yourself questions such as . . .What are thoughts made of? Where does the air stop being invisible and turn into blue sky? Can the wind blow in two different directions at once? So next time you see someone sitting quietly, why not join them? Because there''s always room for one more friend on the Quiet Bench.This mindful picture book from award-winning duo, Kes Gray and Nila Aye (People Need People) is the perfect book to encourage children - and adults - to slow down and start noticing the world around them.
The Beheading Game
‘Original, audacious. . . A must-read for lovers of history, magic and revenge’ Erin KellyDisgraced. Beheaded. Revived . . . When Anne Boleyn wakes up after her execution she finds she is not yet ready for death. She has unfinished business with the king who had her murdered and is determined to secure her daughter, Elizabeth’s, future. She escapes the tower, sews her head back on, and sets out on a quest for justice. But Anne’s path will not run smoothly as she encounters the dangers of London and the countryside, and rumours start to swirl about sightings of her ghost. Luckily for her, she will find help from a chance meeting with fenlander Alice, who offers her the possibility of a different future. The Beheading Game takes you into the heart and mind of one of the most talked-about women of all time and finally gives her the chance to tell her side of the story. ‘Magic, romance, revenge, and an utterly irresistible heroine – this book is an instant classic’ Lev Grossman, author of The Bright Sword'Vulnerable, furious, triumphant and moving, I never wanted to let go of the deeply human Anne that Lehmann conjures’ Kat Dunn, author of Hungerstone'Fabulous! A marvelously inventive and mythic reworking of the story of Anne Boleyn. I loved it' Kelly Link, author of The Book of Love
A Daughter's Hope
A gripping new emotional saga from the author of A Sister's Dream. 1950: Seventeen-year-old Josephine Cliffe and her younger sister, Eliza, have the perfect lives, wanting for nothing in the huge house they live in with their parents in Sydney, Australia. But when her father's mining company falls apart, the family are left with nothing. They have no choice but to return to Durham, England, to live with their harsh, mean-spirited grandmother. Life in England isn't what Jo expects, and as bad luck continues to follow the Cliffe family, she'll need to rely on the local community if her family are to survive. But will Jo be able to find a new beginning in Durham? Or will she find a way to return to Australia for good? Sales Points711The fourth book in the Hilda House series, which also reads as a standalone. 2Elizabeth Gill has written over 40 historical sagas in her career, writing heartbreaking yet hopeful stories full of compassion3Emotional saga set in the 1950s with strong female characters, perfect for fans of Dilly Court and Rosie Goodwin4A Daughter's Hope has a strong Australian connection, with the main characters emigrating back to the UK from Sydney
Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi: The Graphic Novel takes readers on a thrilling journey through the life and career of the soccer sensation, from his early days in Rosario, Argentina, to his rise as the world’s most celebrated player. From his breakthrough at FC Barcelona to his triumphs with the Argentina national team, this unique book highlights the determination, passion, and brilliance that have defined Messi’s path to greatness. With dynamic illustrations and captivating storytelling, the graphic novel delves into the challenges Messi overcame, both on and off the field, showing how his quiet determination and genius transformed him into a global icon and a symbol of excellence. Lionel Messi: The Graphic Novel is a must-read for soccer fans, sports enthusiasts, and anyone inspired by the power of perseverance and the pursuit of greatness.
The Complete Sherlock Holmes
Rediscover the legendary detective and his loyal companion with this gorgeous heirloom edition of The Complete Sherlock Holmes. Containing every known Sherlock Holmes tale ever written, this elegantly designed edition brings the world’s greatest detective to life. From Holmes’s first appearance in “A Study in Scarlet” (1887) and The Hound of the Baskervilles (1901–1902), through the collection of stories in The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes, this deluxe edition boasts the entire Holmes catalog. This collectible edition of The Complete Sherlock Holmes features:An elegant faux-leather cover with foil-embossed designsIntroduction by renowned Holmes scholar and author Daniel StashowerUnabridged text with 4 full-length novels and 56 short storiesThis stunning classic is a perfect gift for Sherlock Holmes fans or a wonderful addition to your home library. Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, Chartwell Deluxe Editions offer beautifully presented works from some of the most important authors in literary history. Other deluxe classics from Chartwell include Little Women, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, Anne of Green Gables, The Inferno, Dracula, The Republic, The Iliad, Meditations, and Irish Fairy and Folk Tales.
The Secrets of Provence
An unforgettable, heart-wrenching story tying together past and present, from the bestselling author of The Forgotten Bookshop in Paris Provence, 1940. Thrown out of occupied Paris by the Nazis, brave, beautiful Mathilde finds refuge with her cousin in Provence, where she’s soon drawn into the Resistance movement. Secrecy and subterfuge are her constant companions in her life on the run, where betrayal is a constant threat. But Mathilde’s greatest pain and greatest joy are wrapped up in the most heartbreaking secret of all: one she must hide even from her beloved husband, and keep for the rest of her days. Paris, present day. Juliette’s life should be perfect, with her bookshop established and her long-term relationship feeling settled, but something just isn’t clicking. Her thoughts turn to tracing her roots. Why did her French grandmother spend most of the war in Provence, after being expelled from Paris? An old photograph will lead Juliette to a crumbling château, where she uncovers a story that will change her life in the most unexpected way… Readers love Daisy Wood! ‘Oh my!!! This is one of those books you just can’t put down or stop thinking about. A must read.’ NetGalley reviewer, ? ‘One of my favourite reads of the year. The two timelines are seamlessly [woven] together… I loved it!’ NetGalley reviewer, ? ‘A truly wonderful read that you will not want to put down!’ NetGalley reviewer, ? ‘This book had me mesmerised from beginning to end. Highly recommended.’ NetGalley reviewer, ? ‘A heck of a good story filled with hope, and heartbreaking at the same time. Brilliantly written!’ NetGalley reviewer, ? ‘Such a stunning read! Five stars.’ NetGalley reviewer, ?
It Ends Here
'I couldn't stop turning the pages' Andrea Mara'A pulse-pounding thriller' Lucy Clarke'Keeps you guessing right until the end' TM Logan________________________________________________You are one of five strangers whose day will start with the worst phone call imaginable. Your loved one is in danger. They are part of a group trapped in a café in a sleepy marina town. The young barista on the early shiftThe bestselling novelist looking for a writing spotThe husband on his way back from a work tripThe influencer mum whose picture-perfect life isn’t the whole truthThe woman starting her birthday with a quiet coffeeAs the hours tick by it will soon become clear that one of them has a secret they would kill to keep. How well do you know the person closest to you?________________________________________________MORE PRAISE FOR IT ENDS HERE: 'Superbly gripping thriller' Crime monthly 'Original, nail-biting and compulsive, It Ends Here is a stunning psychological thriller... the plot is terrific but it's Perks' vividly drawn characters and emotional acuity that make this a truly thrilling read.' Gilly Macmillan'Such a refreshing take on the ‘whodunnit’. Emotional, tense and twisty, as we’ve come to expect from the brilliant Heidi Perks. This is definitely her best yet. An absolute must-read!' Caz Frear‘Makes you question how well we ever really know those closest to us. Tense, twisty and unputdownable’ Asia Mackay‘I’m blown away by Heidi’s plotting. It Ends Here is so compulsive and gripping, brilliantly constructed. She’s at the top of her game, an absolute superhero of the genre – so impressive’ Sabine Durrant‘A gripping exploration of how well we know the people we love. You'll immediately want to discuss this book with all of your friends’ Kelly Mullen'‘A story chock full of secrets, lies and doubt. It kept me up way past my bedtime!’ Emylia Hall‘Heidi Perks combines taut suspense with an extraordinary understanding of human nature and high-stakes relationships. Every page tightens the grip on an utterly propulsive plot. It Ends Here is immersive, insightful, and impossible to put down. I was hooked from the very first page!’ Amanda Cassidy'I loved this book.' Jane Corry‘A tense, compulsive, deeply emotive thriller whose intriguing cast of characters had me invested from the first page... An utter triumph and totally unmissable!’ A.A. Chaudhuri'A multi-layered, hugely intriguing story with jump off the page characters – I couldn’t stop turning the pages to find out what was going on, loved it!' Andrea Mara‘Packed with secrets, twists, and smart reveals, this pulse-pounding thriller kept me guessing until the final page’ Lucy Clarke‘An intense, immersive thriller filled with enough secrets and lies to keep you guessing right to the very end’ TM Logan'An outstanding, unique take on a hostage situation. This edge-of-your-seat thriller packs an emotional punch that I was not expecting. It Ends Here showcases Heidi Perk's skill at misdirection and will have you second-guessing every character's motives until the very end. It blew me away' Kate Gray‘A delicious story, that makes sure it’s got all the pieces in place before it explodes. Heidi Perks has crafted something so special here, a story of human fallibility and one where an important question is asked; can we ever escape from our past? Amazing, amazing, AMAZING!’ G. D. Wright
The Art of the Matter
The Art of the Matter - beautifully illustrated, and almost tactile in its language - is centred around the idea that art is where we go to discover the things we don't yet know. As well as its attention to painting, it also engages with the art of managing grief. It offers the reader a way of looking at endurance, both in terms of resilience and everlastingness. Art prompts a kind of expansion in the chest: we become more human, more curious, more alive when we are in the presence of a really great painting. Focusing on the relationship with her painter father, Claire Steele considers his works as posthumous conversations - dynamic, ongoing and full of mysterious surprises. Via a collection of meditative reflections on art, loss, landscape, home and belonging, she explores what it was like to be the child of an artist, and how to retrieve a sense of him from attention to his paintings.
I Am You
A mesmerising historical novel, I Am You is a meditation on gender, an ode to artistic creation, and an unforgettable love story that reimagines the life of renowned painter Maria van Oosterwijck during the Dutch Golden Age. "Spellbinding, wonderfully atmospheric, and impossible to forget" Sarah Jessica Parker"With echoes of Yael van der Wouden’s The Safekeep, I am You is earthy and fleshy and pulsates with suppressed emotions of rage, envy and desire." Elizabeth FremantleAt eight years old, Gerta Pieters is forced to disguise herself as a boy and sent to work for a genteel family. When their daughter Maria sees through Gerta’s ruse, she insists Gerta accompany her to Amsterdam and help her enter the elite, male-dominated art world. While Maria rises in the ranks of society as a painting prodigy, Gerta makes herself invaluable in every way: confidante, muse, lover. But as Gerta steps into her own talents, their relationship fractures into a complex web of obsession and rivalry, until the secrets they keep threaten to unravel everything.
Murder in the Crooked House
The Crooked House sits on a snowbound cliff at the remote northern tip of Japan, a maze of sloping floors and strange staircases, full of bloodcurdling masks and uncanny dolls. When a guest is found murdered in seemingly impossible circumstances, the police are unable to solve the puzzle, and more bizarre deaths follow.
Enter Kiyoshi Mitarai, the renowned sleuth. Surely if anyone can crack these cryptic murders it is him. But you have all the clues too - can you solve the mystery of the murders in the Crooked House before he does?




















