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The Century of Zara Keff
When Zara Keff is evacuated from London to Cambridgeshire in 1940, her extended family goes along too.A model pupil, Zara relishes being in the thick of the local war effort, winning her school a prize for her tireless efforts on the home front. When tales of the suffering inflicted in occupied Europe begin to emerge, she is as horrified as any of her classmates. That horror is compounded by a shocking chance discovery, for Zara is not quite who she thinks she is.A tender, thought-provoking book about love, lies, and identity, it weaves the complex tale of the century itself through the lifetime of Zara Keff.
Two Inches of Ivory
A vivid imagining of the lives of JANE AUSTEN and her family told in a novel One snowy Christmas Mrs Austen gives birth to her seventh child, Jane. From birth to untimely death Jane’s path to becoming a successful novelist is constantly choked by unpredictable circumstances.War with Napoleonic France, the press of poverty, fashionable Regency, the Romantic urge – all shape the Austens’ lives and fuel Jane’s imagination. Questions of love, feelings, freedom for women are continually thrown up, while she strives to balance family duties with the ups and downs of publishing fortunes A fictional narrative carefully woven from letters, memoirs, biographies, brings to life the world of Jane Austen in its most intimate expression
The Lotus Shoes
THE CAPTIVATING, HEART-RENDING STORY OF TWO WOMEN IN 1800S CHINA''Brilliantly written, masterful storytelling, and hard to put down. This story will stay with me for a very, very long time'' HEATHER MORRIS, author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz''Mesmerising. Jane Yang masterfully creates this 19th century lost world'' THE TIMES''This story of love, loss and betrayal will leave a deep imprint on your soul. Perfect for fans of Memoirs of a Geisha'' WOMAN & HOMELove and loss. Sisterhood and betrayal. Little Flower and Linjing''s fates are bound together. As a child, Little Flower is sold to Linjing''s wealthy family to become a muizai. In a fit of childish jealousy over her new handmaiden''s ladylike bound feet and talent for embroidery, Linjing ensures Little Flower can never leave her to ascend in society.Despite their starkly different places in the Fong household, over the years the two girls must work together to secure both their futures through Linjing''s marriage. As the two grow up, they are by turns bitter rivals and tentative friends.Until scandal strikes the family, and Linjing and Little Flower''s lives are unexpectedly thrown into chaos. Linjing''s fall from grace could be an opportunity for Little Flower - but will their intertwined fates lead to triumph, or tragedy for them both?''Jane Yang is an exciting new talent'' SANTA MONTEFIORE''More than a book, this novel is an act of empowerment for women'' NGUYEN PHAN QUE MAI''Enchants from the first page to the last'' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, STARRED REVIEW''This fascinating, evocative story would make a great book club pick'' RED''Captivating and exquisitely rendered'' MELISSA FU''If you liked Memoirs of a Geisha, then you will love The Lotus Shoes'' SORAYA LANE''I devoured this stunning debut'' ALKA JOSHI''This big, juicy saga has scandal, hardship, love and sisterhood'' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING''A hugely talented writer whose storytelling prowess fully immerses the reader'' NATASHA LESTER''I enjoyed every single page of The Lotus Shoes'' ELIZABETH CHADWICK''Captivating, utterly compelling'' SUNDAY POST''You''ll love it'' MANDY ROBOTHAM''Stunning, transporting, unforgettable'' AMANDA GEARD
Evangelium podle Piláta, 2. vydání
Román se skládá ze dvou částí. V první je mluvčím sám Ježíš (v knize Ješua), který koná zázraky, ale stále má pocit, že sám své kroky neřídí. V druhé části popisuje Pilát Pontský v dopisech svému bratrovi do Říma jakéhosi Ješuu, který byl špatným truhlářem a špatným Židem, bratříčkoval se s opilci a lehkými ženami. Po intimně laděné první části tu román získává takřka detektivní spád. Pilát viditelně znervózní poté, co se ztratí ukřižované tělo a začnou se šířit první zvěsti o Ješuově zjevování.
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To Save the Man
In September of 1890, the academic year begins at the Carlisle school - a military-style boarding school for Indians run by Captain Richard Henry Pratt. Pratt''s motto, ''Kill the Indian, Save the Man'' is enforced in the classroom as well as the dorm rooms: speak English, forget your own language and customs, learn to be white. While the students navigate survival, they hear rumours of a sweeping tribal lands reservations in the west - the ''ghost dance,'' whereby desperate Native Americans engaged in frenzied dancing and chanting hoping it will cause the buffalo to return, the Indian dead to rise, and the white people to disappear. Local whites panic, and the government sends in troops to keep the reservations under control. When legendary medicine man Sitting Bull is killed by native police working for the government troops, each Carlisle resident is faced with the question: Whose side are you on? And what will you risk to gain your freedom?
Loot
''Loot held me spellbound from the first page...an expertly-plotted, deeply affecting novel '' Maggie O’FarrellYoung toy maker and dreamer Abbas is whisked away to Tipu Sultan''s glorious palace in Mysore and ordered to create a musical tiger to delight Tipu''s sons.When he is apprenticed to eccentric clockmaker Monsieur Du Leze, Abbas finds an unexpected friend who encourages his skill and hunger for learning. Through Du Leze, he also meets the unforgettable Jehanne, who has questions and ambitions of her own.But when British soldiers attack and loot Mysore, Abbas''s world is turned upside down and his prized tiger is shipped off to a country estate in England. In order to carve out his place in the world, he must follow.A hero''s quest, a love story, an exuberant heist novel that traces the bloody legacy of colonialism across the world, Loot is a dazzling, wildly inventive and irresistible feat of storytelling.''A thrilling, absorbing and immersive tale of artistry, adventure and romance'' Claire Fuller''A cinematic novel of empire, colonialism and romance...Loot asks who gets written out of history and why'' Guardian''Immersive and beautifully written...a clever and absorbing novel about empire and belonging’ Sunday Times
The Endeavour of Elsie Mackay
1927. Flight fever is running high and daring flyers are all anyone can talk about. And now the Honourable Miss Elsie Mackay, glamorous former film star and regular name in gossip columns, has a new ambition - to be the first woman to fly the Atlantic. Elsie''s friend Stella Campbell once felt at the heart of world events, but now post-war hopes are frayed and marriage and motherhood have worn away her sense of self. In recent years, Stella''s sister Corran has been wrapped up in her books and academic career, determinedly single, or so it seems. But when Corran''s carefully guarded secrets start to emerge, will she choose to follow her heart? The Endeavour of Elsie Mackay takes the moving story of a pioneering Scottish aviator and weaves in the threads of other women straining to reach for their dreams on the cusp of an uncertain future.
Let's Call Her Barbie
When Ruth Handler walks into the boardroom of the toy company she co-founded and pitches her idea for a doll unlike any other, she knows what she''s setting in motion. It might just take the world a moment to catch up. In 1956, the only dolls on the market for little girls let them pretend to be mothers. Ruth''s vision for a doll shaped like a grown woman and outfitted in an enviable wardrobe will let them dream they can be anything. As Ruth assembles her team of creative rebels - head engineer Jack Ryan who hides his deepest secrets behind his genius and designers Charlotte Johnson and Stevie Klein, whose hopes and dreams rest on the success of Barbie''s fashion - she knows they''re working against a ticking clock to get this wild idea off the ground. In the decades to come - through soaring heights and devastating personal lows, public scandals and private tensions - each of them will have to decide how tightly to hold on to their creation. Because Barbie has never been just a doll - she''s a legacy.
The English Problem
A young Indian man is tapped to help his country?s fight for freedom?but his heart engages him in a different war.?Grand, sweeping, mesmerizing . . . a richly detailed, politically profound story of love, of migration, of individuals caught up in the great convulsions of history.??Joseph O?Neill, PEN/Faulkner Award?winning author of GodwinShiv Advani is an eighteen-year-old growing up in India. But he is no ordinary young man. Shiv has been personally chosen by Mahatma Gandhi to come to England, learn their laws, and then return home and help drive the British out of India. Before he leaves, his family insists he fulfill his arranged marriage, and he is hastily betrothed to a young woman he hardly knows.He arrives in London and soon discovers a world he is both repelled by and drawn to. Shiv knows his duty: get in, learn the letter of the law, get out. But as anyone who has ever lived in a British colony can tell you, ?the English Problem? is multifaceted. The racist colonialism of ?the empire on which the sun never sets? seeps into everything?not just landed territories, but territories of the mind: literature, language, religion, sexuality, self-identity. Soon the people Shiv sought to be liberated from will be the people he desperately wants to be a part of. In the end, Shiv must fight not only for his country?s liberation but also his own.Set against the backdrop of the Indian independence movement, with appearances by historical figures such as Virginia and Leonard Woolf and Mahatma Gandhi, The English Problem is so self-assured and ambitious, it is hard to believe it is a debut.
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Píše se rok 1580. Abelke Blekenová žije v bažinatém kraji Hamburku, kde sama hospodaří na farmě a snaží se prosadit proti sousedům v době, která nepřeje nezávislým ženám. Téměř o pět set let později se Britta Stoeverová přestěhuje do bažinatých krajin se svým manželem a dětmi. Kvůli rodině se vzdala práce geografky a její nový domov je pro ni stále velkou neznámou. Během procházek nehostinnou krajinou se dozvídá o životě Abelke a se znepokojením si uvědomuje, že její problémy jsou až děsivě aktuální…
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Pán hor IV
Sebastianova dcera Christina má mezi pěti bratry privilegované postavení. Je hrdá a velmi samostatná, což na francouzském venkově poloviny devatenáctého století přináší řadu problémů. Po skandálním milostném vztahu a tragicky ukončeném manželství odjíždí do Indie, odhodlaná zasvětit život ošetřování těch nejpotřebnějších.
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She who Dared
Queen Isabella,1295-1358, wife of King Edward 11, as seen through her own eyes. A strong, intelligent,and beautiful woman, she suffers many humiliations because of her husband’shomosexuality. For many years shebravely tolerates this as best she can until her position becomes utterlyintolerable. At that point, having returned to France, the land of her birth,she begins an affair with the exiled knight, Sir Roger Mortimer. Together, theytake a huge gamble by invading England, intent on overthrowing Edward’s malignfavourite, Hugh Despenser.
Mary I: Queen of Sorrows
A DESTINY REWRITTEN. A ROYAL HEART DIVIDED.
Adored only child of Henry VIII and his Queen, Katherine of Aragon, Princess Mary is raised in the golden splendour of her father's court. But the King wants a son and heir.
With her parents' marriage, and England, in crisis, Mary's perfect world begins to fall apart. Exiled from the court and her beloved mother, she seeks solace in her faith, praying for her father to bring her home. But when the King does promise to restore her to favour, his love comes with a condition.
The choice Mary faces will haunt her for years to come - in her allegiances, her marriage and her own fight for the crown. Can she become the queen she was born to be?
MARY I. HER STORY.
Alison Weir's new Tudor novel is the tale, full of drama and tragedy, of how a princess with such promise, loved by all who knew her, became the infamous Bloody Mary.
Dvanáct plamenů
Je letní podvečer roku 1386 a Mikuláš Blatnický z Okrouhlé právě obdržel zprávu, že na hranici jeho panství přepadli kupeckou družinu. Jeho soused a přítel Purkart z Ledvice přispěchal na místo činu, ale na lesní cestě už nalezl jen mrtvé kupce. Jejich zboží i ozbrojený doprovod zmizel beze stopy.
Těla převezli do nedalekého dominikánského kláštera, a když je prohlédl bratr lékárník, najevo postupně vycházejí podivné skutečnosti.
V Krumlově začínají výroční trhy a na cestě pod hradem se pohybuje mnoho kupců a řemeslníků. Zpráva o přepadení se tak rychle rozšíří po okolí a na Okrouhlé se brzy objevuje zástupce zemského hejtmana, aby pomohl vyšetřit tento krutý zločin.
Kniha volně navazuje na druhý díl historické trilogie, který pod názvem Jantarové srdce vyšel v roce 2017. Mikulášův rod Blatnických z Okrouhlé zůstává a osudy jeho členů se opět rozplétají a pak zase spojují…
The Poppy's Choice
*10 Sunday Times Number Ones**Over 5 million copies sold*Escape into the world of Dilly Court this spring, with the latest unforgettable historical drama from the reader''s favourite.Desperate to protect her family, can Poppy put her trust in a strange? hen Poppy Robbins is targeted by a blackmailer threatening to reveal secrets from her family’s past, she turns to the mysterious Edward Taverner for help.Taverner proposes an escape to his country manor, and to maintain a respectable appearance, he asks her to pose as his fiancée. She reluctantly agrees, but then finds herself trapped, unwelcome and alone in a threadbare mansion.Has her engagement secret put her in greater danger, or will it change her life foreve? eaders LOVE Dilly Court!‘Love the author, loved the book. Family saga at its best’ ?????''Another truly special book from Dilly. Warm and touching, with friendship and romance in the mix'' ?????''There were some characters that make an appearance from previous books…another fabulous read'' ?????‘Can’t put it down!! It’s a 5 ?read! Have all her books to date…Just keep ‘em comin’!’‘A wonderful book by my favourite author Dilly Court, I absolutely adore her style of writing and the rich and warm characters that are interwoven into the story’ ?????‘I''m a huge Dilly Court fan, and I''ve yet to read a book of hers that disappoints’ ?????‘Really enjoyed it and read it right through on this windy and wet Sunday’ ?????‘Heart-warming historical drama, full of ups and downs and full of lively and interesting characters’ ?????‘Another great read from Dilly Court, I was unable to put it down’ ?????
The Quick and the Dead
A Love Reading Star Book and Best Book of the Year Pick'Vividly told, with powerfully drawn characters, this tale of obsession and betrayal set in the dark world of Tudor alchemy will cast its spell over historical fiction fans.' HeatIt is 1597 and Kit Skevy and Mariner Elgin have just robbed the wrong grave. They are young criminals in the pocket of a gang Lord named Will Twentyman, the Grave Eorl of Southwark. Mariner is the best cutpurse around, a strange Calvinist girl who dresses like a boy and is partner in crime to Kit Skevy, Southwark's best brawler who carries a secret: he cannot feel pain. When caught out in their unfortunate larceny, Kit is kidnapped by the menacing alchemist Lord Isherwood (a man who will stop at nothing to achieve his hopes for the Red Lion elixir) and his studious son, Lazarus Isherwood, with whom Kit develops a complicated intrigue. When Mariner enlists the help of a competing French alchemist, Lady Elody Blackwater, Mariner and Kit are thrust into the shadowed, political world of Tudor alchemy, testing both their friendship and their lives. It matters not who you are born to... but where you are made!
The Oyster Girl
A sweeping historical saga, The Oyster Girl by Margaret Pemberton follows the lives of three families in a small oyster fishing town on the south-east coast of England – whose lives are changed forever by the First World War. May, 1910. The village of Oystertown is home to Janna Shilling and those who make their living from the sea. Yet social circles soon extend beyond the harbour, when a boating disaster brings Janna and her family into contact with the aristocratic Layards who own a mansion just outside of town. Recently arrived in town are the Picards, who lead a bohemian existence, their family home a disused windmill. As an artist, Pascal has settled in the small fishing village because of its extraordinary light that allows him to create works of art that can be sold in London. Meanwhile, his children Marietta and Daniel become friendly with the Shilling and Layard families, and love soon blossoms in the most unlikely of places. When news of the king's death sends shock waves through the country, each of these families will bravely face the turning tides of history. As powerful forces in Europe lurch towards a war, their lives will be changed forever . . .
Beneath A Burning Sky
One moment of courage can echo through generations. Corfu, 1943. In the shadow of World War II, a badly wounded British soldier is found near the home of Helena, a young Greek wife and mother. Risking her family''s safety, she makes a choice that will change everything?saving a stranger who will become far more than just a man she rescued.Edinburgh, 2018. Seventy-five years later in Edinburgh, Jason discovers a journal among his great grandfather Marcus''s belongings. Uncovering a story of love, passion, betrayal, and long-buried secrets, he embarks on a journey to Corfu. Though struggling with his own personal trauma, Jason seeks to understand a history that has the potential to transform not just his family''s past, but his entire future.Beneath A Burning Sky is part of The Hellenic Collection by Dougie McHale. Set against the dramatic landscapes of wartime Corfu and modern-day Scotland, Beneath A Burning Sky explores the extraordinary courage of ordinary people and the enduring power of love across generations. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for The Hellenic Collection: ? His description of Corfu transported me back to this beautiful island and the generous people who occupy it.? You?ll smile reading about majestic mountains and glorious sunrises, as well as a wealth of human emotions.? It was heart wrenching at times but what a beautiful story, really really enjoyed this one!? The depth he gives to his characters makes you feel their feelings, live their lives, be part of the story.? This is the best book from Dougie so far.? A beautiful, beautiful love story, that will draw you in completely.
The Boy Who Hugs Trees
A story of impossible choices, buried secrets, and the courage to rebuild. When Georgia removes her autistic son, Dylan, from a prestigious Edinburgh school, she seeks refuge in her family?s ancestral home on the sunlit shores of the Greek island of Corfu. Among the olive trees and cicadas, she discovers her late mother?s diary?an intimate glimpse into a marriage shaped by love, betrayal, and tragedy. The diary?s revelations challenge everything Georgia thought she knew about her parents?and herself.Adam?s life is stagnant, his days blending into one another. When he answers an advert to tutor a boy with autism, he hopes to find purpose. What he doesn?t expect is Georgia?complicated, guarded, and deeply compelling. As their bond grows, Adam and Georgia must confront their own fears, even as the echoes of the past threaten their fragile connection.But the diary holds a final, devastating secret, forcing Georgia to reckon with the choices that shaped her family?s fate?and her own.The Boy Who Hugs Trees is part of Dougie McHale?s Hellenic Collection. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Corfu, it is a poignant tale of love, sacrifice, and the enduring quest for forgiveness. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for The Hellenic Collection: ? ? you feel the heat from the sun, smell the sea, flowers, herbs as it catches your imagination.? Had to stay awake till the early hours to finish.? The way Dougie writes about Greece, I was wishing I was there.? The characters were relatable and the insight into Autism was very good.? You can feel the heat, smell the herbs and connect with the characters.? ? really insightful look at love, life and all it?s fragility.
Historické romány netreba dlho predstavovať. Kto by nemal rád príbehy odohrávajúce sa v časoch dávno, aj nie až tak dávno minulých. Ponorte sa do najkrajších historických príbehov pre ženy, ale aj pre mužov a nechajte sa uniesť od každodenných problémov. Nájdete tu top najnovšie historické romány od Lucindy Riley či Julie Quinn, alebo Jany Pronskej ale aj klasiku od Jane Austen alebo Ericha Maria Remarquea
