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"Szereted a mesés kalandokat és a szavanna világát? Ismerd meg Timót, a bátor oroszlánt, Zurit, az éleslátó zsiráfot, Kazit, a bölcs elefántot, Bobót, a kalandvágyó majmot, Lilut, a gyors leopárdot, és Niát, az okos vízilovat. Bár különböznek, mindannyian megtanulják, hogy együtt minden lehetséges. Egy nap különös kaland veszi kezdetét. Hőseink elindulnak a Barátságúton, aminek során titokzatos helyek, izgalmak és új barátok várják őket. Vajon sikerül együtt legyőzni az akadályokat? Egy biztos: a barátság ereje csodákra képes! Csatlakozz te is a kis csapathoz, ők már várnak rád!"

A small-town PI is drawn into a killer conspiracy in a breathtaking novel of suspense by the New York Times bestselling author of the Anthony Award–nominated These Toxic Things. Private investigator Sonny Rush, the newest resident of Haven, California, knows that this fogbound coastal hamlet is every bit as dangerous as her hometown of Los Angeles. And when teenager and repeat runaway Honor Butler shows up at Sonny’s door with terror in her eyes, Sonny is immediately pulled into a new case that lands close to home. Desperate, hungry, and in need of someone she can trust, Honor tells Sonny a horrifying story about where she’s been—and what she’s been forced to do. Then, hours later, the forest near Sonny’s cottage yields the remains of a missing day laborer, a man whose wife has been searching for answers for months. Soon, coincidence sharpens into conspiracy. As Sonny digs deeper, the threads of these cases twist together into something horrifying: a ruthless network preying on the vulnerable, protected by the very people meant to uphold the law. With every step closer to revealing Haven’s corruption, Sonny risks pulling the lives of her loved ones into the cross fire—and exposing the shadows of her own past. Because in this town, loyalty can be fatal, and survival means deciding who you’re willing to betray.

Narodil se, aby se stal rytířem. Já jsem urozená dáma. Jsme dokonalý pár – jenže osud má jiné plány… MARIANA Nejkrásnější panna v zemi? Raději bych byla známá jako nejlepší šermířka nebo jezdkyně. Na druhou stranu má nesporné výhody udržet své schopnosti v tajnosti – stejně jako vzácné dědictví měňavky. Obzvlášť teď, když musím přelstít nejkrutějšího a nejnemilosrdnějšího muže na světě. Kvůli tomu se vydávám do nejbezprávnějšího kouta země s nadějí, že najdu Robina Hooda. Ale když se z útočiště, na které jsem spoléhala, vyklube zrada, nacházím nepravděpodobného spojence v nejpřitažlivějším mnichovi široko daleko… TUCK Jako třetí syn venkovského šlechtice jsem neměl na výběr a musel jsem vstoupit do kláštera. Jíst, modlit se, a znova to opakovat – taková byla má budoucnost, a upřímně, nebyla nic moc. Za pár dní mám složit sliby a učinit to oficiálním. Já, lví měňavec, mám žít v chudobě, poslušnosti a cudnosti? Život se stane zajímavějším, když začnu pomáhat Robynne Hoodové… a pořádně nabere obrátky, když do našeho kláštera přijde krásná a tajemná šlechtična hledající útočiště. Jsem její jedinou nadějí, ale získat šťastný konec by chtělo zázrak. Budu se muset spokojit s tím, že ji ochráním před chamtivými a bezohlednými měňavci, kteří plánují svrhnout monarchii – pokud mi to vůbec dovolí. Přesto jsem byl vždycky snílek a nejsem připraven vzdát se naděje, lásky ani šance naplnit svůj pravý osud.

Na psance se dneska prostě nedá spolehnout... Jsem Willa Scarletová a máma mě učila, abych se nikdy nespoléhala na muže. Příkladem budiž moje tajná mise, jejímž cílem bylo ochránit truhlu plnou drahocenného pokladu před princem Janem. Když mi psanci ze Sherwoodského lesa nepomůžou, jsou všechny mé pečlivě připravené plány v troskách. A za všechno může jeden urostlý, nesnesitelný zbojník, který má na mě spadeno. Muži! Jsem Malý John, medvědí měňavec, a mohu vás ujistit, že na mně není nic malého. Navíc mám pořádnou dávku tvrdohlavosti a problém s lidmi. Se svým samotářským životem v lese jsem byl navýsost spokojen, dokud se neobjevila Willa Scarletová. Teď chci být od té jízlivé zrzky s přehnaným sebevědomím co nejdál. Čím víc, tím líp. Společnou máme s Wilou jen jiskřivou chemii, nelítostné nepřátele a odpovědnost za poklad, který je cennější, než kdokoli z nás tuší. Než se nadějeme, jsme na útěku, uprostřed problémů a zamilovaní, i když si to ani jeden z nás nechce přiznat. Nemůžeme se však skrývat věčně a brzo musím učinit těžká rozhodnutí. Mám se řídit srdcem, nebo hlavou? A kde leží má věrnost? U Willy, nebo u měňavců ze Sherwoodského lesa?

A small-town PI is drawn into a killer conspiracy in a breathtaking novel of suspense by the New York Times bestselling author of the Anthony Award–nominated These Toxic Things. Private investigator Sonny Rush, the newest resident of Haven, California, knows that this fogbound coastal hamlet is every bit as dangerous as her hometown of Los Angeles. And when teenager and repeat runaway Honor Butler shows up at Sonny’s door with terror in her eyes, Sonny is immediately pulled into a new case that lands close to home. Desperate, hungry, and in need of someone she can trust, Honor tells Sonny a horrifying story about where she’s been—and what she’s been forced to do. Then, hours later, the forest near Sonny’s cottage yields the remains of a missing day laborer, a man whose wife has been searching for answers for months. Soon, coincidence sharpens into conspiracy. As Sonny digs deeper, the threads of these cases twist together into something horrifying: a ruthless network preying on the vulnerable, protected by the very people meant to uphold the law. With every step closer to revealing Haven’s corruption, Sonny risks pulling the lives of her loved ones into the cross fire—and exposing the shadows of her own past. Because in this town, loyalty can be fatal, and survival means deciding who you’re willing to betray.

The new era for G.I. JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO begins here in the deluxe hardcover collection of the return of one of the longest running comics in history. A NEW ERA FOR G.I. JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO BEGINS HERE!  The Joes know Cobra are up to something in Springfield, but they’re not prepared to uncover the secrets that their enemy has hidden. Will the Joes be able to fight a war on two fronts with Cobra scheming or will their world change as they know it?  Legendary series writer Larry Hama is joined by artists Chris Mooneyham (Nightwing) and Paul Pelletier (Aquaman), alongside superstar cover artist Andy Kubert (Batman, X-Men) in this stunning hardcover of the return of one of the longest-running comics in history!  Collects G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #301-310.

An eerie and evocative Victorian-set horror thriller about how a well-meaning butcher’s daughter from London’s Whitechapel grew up to become the baker who stuffed her pies with the flesh of Sweeney Todd’s victims. Perfect for fans of Clare Whitfield, Jess Kidd and Ambrose Parry. “You want to know the true tale of the wicked woman, the murdering monster, what baked the pies that she filled with the bits of her victims? The talk of London Town. I will tell you what you want to know, if it be the last that I do tell. And it may well be.”Enclosed herewith: the hitherto untold story of Mrs. Lovett, Sweeney Todd’s infamous partner in crime—a bloodcurdling correspondence of profound horror and intrigue. London, England, 1887: At the abandoned apartment of a missing young woman, a dossier of evidence is collected and sent to the Chief Inspector of the London Police for review. It contains a curious correspondence between an inquisitive journalist, Miss Emily Gibson, and the woman Gibson thinks may be the infamous Mrs. Lovett—Sweeney Todd’s accomplice, who baked men into pies and sold them in her pie shop on Fleet Street. Rumours have swirled about Mrs. Lovett since the disappearance of hundreds of unwitting men decades ago—but is it actually Lovett, even if the suspected woman swears against it? As the woman relays the harrowing account of her life—from her upbringing on Butcher’s Row in the unruly and perilous streets of Victorian London to her daring escape from a mad doctor—the correspondence unlocks an intricate mystery that brings Miss Gibson closer to the truth, even as that truth may cost her dearly.

The ultimate illustrated handbook to seeing sharks in the wildAn ocean encounter with a shark is one of nature’s most awesome experiences. There is no better way to understand sharks than to get up close and personal with great whites, hammerheads, and tiger sharks. The Shark Watcher’s Manual provides a complete handbook for encountering and studying these magnificent creatures in the wild. It covers everything the shark enthusiast needs to know about diving, conservation, safety, and photography. Written by a world-renowned authority, this is the essential companion for newcomers to shark watching and seasoned divers, offering an authoritative, fact-filled guide to finding and identifying sharks of all kinds. Gives readers a foundation in the natural history of sharks while debunking common mythsShares invaluable tips from an experienced shark diver and photographerProvides an essential illustrated guide to identifying and encountering 24 of the most sought-after speciesFeatures a detailed directory of more than 170 of the world’s very best shark watching sites, with information on species hot spots, times to travel, and regional conservation effortsIncludes a wealth of photos, infographics, and mapsA must for divers, ecotourists, and armchair travelers

The origin of Oliver Queen reimagined gritty, grounded, and unforgettable. Green Arrow: Year One DC Compact Comics Edition delivers the definitive modern origin of Oliver Queen in a stylish, portable format. Originally published in 2007, this critically acclaimed miniseries by writer Andy Diggle and artist Jock reboots the Emerald Archer s backstory with cinematic intensity and emotional depth. Stranded on a remote island after a betrayal, billionaire playboy Oliver Queen must fight to survive and in doing so, discovers a purpose greater than himself. Armed with only a handmade bow and raw instinct, he takes his first steps toward becoming Green Arrow. This compact edition preserves the full story in a smaller trim size, perfect for new readers and collectors alike.

Unwilling to stay with her husband, Winter Blooming, former princess Violet departed for the faraway town of Kiron, where she would be free from his influence. Though her new house is run-down and her neighbors are nosy, Violet is able to make a modest living, along with a few new friends. But before long, Winter appears in her new life, brandishing his wealth just as he did before. Violet has changed, however - she is no longer the pushover she once was, and doesn’t buckle to Winter’s advances. Inconsolable at the idea that Violet will never return to him, he takes drastic measures - and the two end up switching bodies yet again! After so much time apart, could this be the catalyst that brings them back together?

"One of the great heroines of wildlife gardening" Dave Goulson Foreword by Chris Packham First published in 2010 by the RHS, Jennifer Owen's book remains the most complete record of the creatures to be found in an ordinary garden. The groundbreaking research, in which Owen recorded every plant and animal in her suburban Leicester garden, will never be exceeded. This was no wildlife garden - the term barely existed when Owen started recording in 1972. Hers was a standard family garden in suburban Leicester. In this unique long-term study she recorded 2,673 species, from plants to insects, birds to mammals. She discusses diversity, abundance and annual fluctuations and relates these to weather, changes in surrounding land use and other ecological factors. Wildlife she monitored included butterflies, moths, beetles, hoverflies (Owen's specialist area), bees, wasps, ants, dragonflies, sawflies, bugs, spiders, lacewings, grasshoppers, molluscs and earthworms, as well as plants, mammals and birds. She also outlines the natural history of each group. Researchers in ecology, conservation, environmental sciences, environmental horticulture and entomology as well as professionals in urban planning will find this book invaluable. It is also a captivating read for amateur naturalists and anyone with an interest in garden wildlife. Dr Jennifer Owen (1936-2015) was an ecologist and zoologist. It was while working in Africa in the 1960s that she noticed her garden had more wildlife than the neighbouring rainforest, due to its mix of habitats. This prompted her, on return to the UK and a post at Leicester University in 1971, to begin the remarkable study that was to occupy her next 30 years.

"Multiple narrators add depth and texture to an engaging tale of loss and resilience." —Kirkus Indie ReviewsIn a heartwarming story of love, loss, and perseverance, debut author Shannon Terry Wiley chronicles the experiences of those in Shreveport, Louisiana, during the September 1873 outbreak of yellow fever, which ultimately killed over a thousand individuals. Weaving together fictional storylines and real history, Wiley paints a vivid picture of the unspeakable tragedy and the people who lived through it. Through multiple points of view, Yellow September narrates the fortunes of those in the fever-wracked town. Two brothers, George and Eugene, find themselves far from their Midwestern roots while working for the Army Corps of Engineers. Sent to battle a massive logjam blocking the Red River, the pair find themselves grappling with two very different commitments. Meanwhile, Katherine, a farm girl living along the Silver Bayou with her family, who are still grieving the wartime death of her father, faces a difficult choice with consequences that echo throughout her life. Others, like Dr. Dalzell, a pastor and doctor in town, and Eleanor and David, parents fleeing the fever, bring a nuanced perspective to the experiences of those swept up in the outbreak. With epistolary touches throughout, the novel is a testament to the enduring love of family—those we are born with and those we choose—and tells a profound story of duty, devotion, and community.

Cultivate a deeply personal tarot practice with twelve guided practices for growth, insight, and self-understanding. Explore tarot not just as a divinatory practice, but as a communion with your inner self. Dawn Michelle encourages you to view your deck as a gateway to becoming who you are meant to be rather than a simple tool for answering questions. Using twelve extensive guided practices, plus five bonus practices, you can cultivate more authenticity and self-awareness. Each guided practice includes spreads, exercises, and journal prompts to help you go deeper with your cards. These practices cover a variety of themes from self-care to shadow work, and each one can be used over a month, culminating in a full year of guided development. This book shows you how to converse with your Higher Self, who already has all the wisdom you need.

A mother on the run. It's been three years since Daphne Monroe's family were brutally murdered in a home invasion. Her once perfect life is in ruins: no husband, no children - and no respite from the police who suspect her of committing the crime herself. Only one thing keeps her alive: the transplanted heart beating in her chest. But when an intruder breaks into her home, Daphne realises the killer is back to finish what he started. A killer on the move. Years of unsolved murders across America have left law enforcement baffled. The victims lived different lives and died in different ways. There was nothing to connect them to a serial killer. Until Daphne discovers a chilling link... Nowhere to turn. The police blame Daphne for the death of her children: she can't ask the authorities for help. If she wants to clear her name, she must do it alone - and find the killer before he finds her. What she uncovers draws her into the hidden world of organ donation, medical obsession, and a beautiful girl's tragic death that made Daphne's own survival possible. Can Daphne uncover the truth before the killer hunts her down? And can the truth ever mend a broken heart? Gripping, intelligent and emotionally charged, Heartbreaker is a compelling new crime thriller for readers who love Harlan Coben, Sam Holland and M. J. Arlidge.

MIRA''S BOUND FOR VALHALLA!Strange amulets are popping up, their origins seemingly demonic, and Mira’s determined to figure out more about them. Yet tampering with the amulets is risky not just to Mira but also to her environment. She needs to sate her curiosity in a location that’s impervious to the damage the amulets may potentially cause—and she suspects the Valkyries’ stomping grounds, Valhalla, could be perfect! Still, even heading to Valhalla might not stop the amulets’ infernal source from getting the upper hand over Mira herself…

Romance, mysticism, and betrayal come together in a story of empowerment set in the harsh desert of biblical times.16-year-old Milcah and her twin brother Gidon have a mysterious healing gift that makes them outsiders in their tribe. Unjustly accused by a neighbor of killing his goats, and promised in marriage to a scoundrel, Milcah undertakes a dangerous journey in a bid to have some control over her future. Told by alternating narrators, including a dead brother who speaks to us from the spirit world, this historical fiction novel explores the passions and dramas of an Israelite family as they wait to cross into the Promised Land.

Esteemed presidential historian Stephen F. Knott takes readers on a sobering tour of the lowlights in the American presidency, showing how presidents from Thomas Jefferson to Donald Trump have engaged in reckless conspiracy-mongering about their political opponents in an effort to increase their power and privilege. Today we are inundated with conspiracy theories—QAnon, the “Big Lie,” Pizzagate, the Epstein Files, and innumerable false claims about vaccines and other medicines. But the widespread proliferation of lies and misinformation can make it easy to forget that conspiracy theories have been part of American life from the beginning. The land of the free and the home of the brave has also been the den of false rumors and conspiratorial claims about one’s political enemies—not merely by rank-and-file Americans but also by our most powerful and consequential elected leaders. As political historian Stephen F. Knott recounts in painful detail, the Commander in Chief of the United States has often acted as Conspirator in Chief. Part presidential history and part descent into a political Dante’s Inferno, Conspirator in Chief is a tour through the Hall of Shame in American politics. Thomas Jefferson used surrogates to spread false claims about Alexander Hamilton in order to destroy his political influence, attacked newspaper editors who were critical of his party and policies, and used conspiracy theories about the Federalists to tarnish them in the eyes of the American people. This brand of demagoguery reached an apex in the presidency of Andrew Jackson, who publicly defamed abolitionists, manipulated newspapers to publish his conspiracies, and spread his own “Big Lie” about the 1824 election being stolen from him in a “corrupt bargain.” Andrew Johnson spread false accusations about the Radical Republicans and he declared the need for “white emancipation” and made spurious claims about the dangers of a coming Black supremacy as a result of Reconstruction. Woodrow Wilson, according to Knott, continued Johnson’s racist and conspiratorial interpretation of American history. In addition to our most infamous presidents, Knott uncovers the surprising conspiratorial inclinations of our more esteemed leaders, including Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Harry S Truman. Knott shows how both presidents painted their opponents in an extreme light, casting aspersions on political rivals by calling them “betrayers of America,” “spies, saboteurs, and traitors,” and comparing them to Nazis, fascists, and communists. Less surprising are the presidencies of Richard Nixon and Donald J. Trump, both known for their propagation of racist and paranoid beliefs and their denigration of political opponents. As Knott demonstrates in excruciating detail, Trump epitomizes the worst of this long American tradition. While Trump is in a league of his own regarding the sheer output and outlandishness of his conspiracy-mongering, he did not begin this odious practice. In this follow-up to The Lost Soul of the American Presidency, Knott does more than show how low American presidents have gone. He also illuminates an alternative track record in which presidents took the high road and embraced the “better angels of our nature.” Conspirator in Chief is a sobering reminder of the power of a president’s words and the damage they can do when that power is wielded in self-serving ways, but it is also a reminder that words can heal and repair as well. Knott calls the nation to a more humane and dignified future.

A high-stakes murder mystery perfect for fans of True Detective, Whiteout, and Insomnia. Diomede Islands. For three months each year, you can walk from the USA to Russia across an ice bridge—a frozen path known as the Ice Curtain. In 1963, when the body of a young woman is discovered on this icy no-man’s land, the already fragile relationship between the superpowers threatens to collapse. With nuclear tensions rising, an FBI agent and a KGB operative must solve the murder—before the ice melts…and war ignites. From SOMETHING EPIC and BLOOD COMMANDMENT creator SZYMON KUDRANSKI comes the must-read thriller of the year. Collects NO MAN’S LAND #1-4.

In a feline-free world of swordplay and magic, a hero adopts a cat! Pounce into this deluxe release featuring full-color art, adorable edge printing, and a double-sided cover!Tragedy strikes a kitty in our world, and she gets a second chance at life in a fantasy world. A hero, heading home dejectedly after receiving orders to fight the demon king, crosses paths with a mysterious creature. What is this fluffy new friend, and should she pet the belly?An array of fantasyland adventurers learn about snack time, toe beans, and that (eye)balls can be toys. When the knight captain''s folded-eared cat meets the hero''s cat, paw-to-paw combat breaks out between the fuzz balls! Then, the hero winds up working part-time at a cat café with...the demon king?! Cuddle up with a four-legged companion and enjoy this once-in-a-reincarnated-lifetime furry fantasy!