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Blessed be the Wicked - Áldottak a gonoszok (Sötét Maji 2.)
„Ő maga volt a káosz. Egy gyönyörű káosz; fékezhetetlen, mint a vihar.”
Aki megpróbálja csapdába csalni Quinnt, hogy sötét hatalmát a saját céljaira használhassa…
Aki el akarja pusztítani, mert túl veszélyesnek tartja ahhoz, hogy kockáztasson…
…azt a végén Lazarus elpusztítja – mert Quinn az ő fegyvere, és Lord Fiertének esze ágában sincs ezen változtatni.
Figyelmeztették ugyan, hogy Quinn ereje még az övét is meghaladhatja. De amíg a lány tőrt nem szegezett neki, a hatalmát Lazarus nem foghatta fel – és most képtelen megállítani Quinnt.
Norcasta jövendő királyaként pedig meg kell találnia a módját, hogy visszaszerezze az irányítást, és biztosítsa a szövetséget a Kalózkirálynővel… mielőtt minden gondosan felépített terve szertefoszlana.
Mint Lord Fierté vazallusa és jobbkeze, Quinn azon dolgozik, hogy elősegítse a szövetség megkötését Ilvasszal. Ám hamarosan hazugságokkal teli hálóba gabalyodik. Saját és társai életét is kénytelen kockára tenni, és Quinn-nek olyan döntést kell meghoznia, amely vagy megmenti, vagy végleg elpusztítja őket.
Hív a sötét birodalom!
Cat
A whimsical visual survey of the house cat in art and popular culture, exploring humanity’s enduring connection to one of our most loved animal companions Cats have been beloved and depicted by humans for millennia. These captivating animals appeared as worship statuettes in ancient Egypt, in anthropomorphic illustrations in Victorian England, and, today, in contemporary artwork, on fashion runways, and as social media memes. Cat celebrates how our feline friends have been depicted in art, popular culture, and history across time and around the world.
This vibrantly illustrated book features more than 210 full-page images artfully arranged into playful pairings. Filled with famous artworks, vintage advertisements, classic animations, high-end fashion designs, and more, the book presents a stunning array of imagery, from maneki-neko lucky cats to artists’ pets, and ancient mosaics to contemporary couture. Readers will find iconic pop-culture characters, including Puss in Boots, the Cheshire Cat, and more; renowned artists, such as Andy Warhol, Tracey Emin, Judy Chicago, and Utagawa Hiroshige; and famed creatives, including street-style photographer Jamel Shabazz and fashion designer Thom Browne.
Balancing style with substance, the book includes a foreword by Hannah Shaw, also known as Kitten Lady, who declares that celebrating the cat in images empathetically connects us to this beloved animal, and an enlightening essay by curator Leila Jarbouai, who traces humanity’s symbiotic relationship with cats through the lens of art history. Featuring an elegant and irresistible cover design depicting a curled-up black cat, this charming volume revels in the undeniable appeal of this captivating animal.
Puck and Prejudice - Bodicsek és balítélet
Egy nem mindennapi érdekházasság története egy 21. századi profi jégkorongozó és Jane Austen pimasz barátnője között a régenskori Angliában, a 19. század elején. Hogy ez nem lehetséges? Dehogynem!
Tucker Taylor, az Austini Királyok hokicsapatának kapusa egy betegség miatt pihenőre kényszerül, ezért úgy dönt, hogy meglátogatja a húgát Angliában. Útközben azonban balesetet szenved, és egy jeges tóba hajt.
Amikor kimászik, 1812-ben találja magát, és egy megbabonázó, kék szemű nő úgy bámul rá, mintha két feje nőtt volna.
Lizzy Wooddash egy könyvekkel és izgalmas beszélgetésekkel teli életről álmodik, olyan irodalmi példaképek, mint a barátnője, Jane Austen társaságában. És ami a legfontosabb – férj nélkül.
A régenskori Angliában azonban nőként kizárólag az özvegyek élvezhették elvárásoktól mentesen a szabadságot és a társasági elfoglaltságokat.
Az egyetlen módja, hogy Lizzy gyorsan özvegy legyen, ha összeházasodik egy haldokló férfival, vagy megöl egy teljesen egészségeset, bár egyikhez sem fűlik a foga.
Egy jövőből érkező férfi viszont álomférj lenne. Az esküvő után ugyanis kitalálhatják, hogyan juttassák vissza Tuckert a saját idejébe, és az eltűnése – vagyis halála – után Lizzy az az özvegy lehetne, aki mindig is szeretett volna lenni. De amint izzani kezd közöttük a levegő, rájönnek, hogy a szív ügyei ritkán követik az aprólékosan kidolgozott terveket.
Kiállhatja a szerelmük az idő próbáját, vagy Lizzy pontosan azt kapja, amit akart – és egy összetört szívet?
„Elég forró ahhoz, hogy megolvassza a jeget.” – Kirkus Reviews
Engedd, hogy téged is magával ragadjon!
Szereted az érzéki, de tartalmas könyveket? Vidd haza nyugodtan, tetszeni fog!
Fiatal nőknek, felső korhatár nélkül!
Death on the Adriatic
'An excellent debut . . . creates a beautiful picture in the mind's eye, making one want to go and discover this lovely location . . . and best of all, I didn't see the ending coming' - Amazon reviewer, ?----------To whom it may concern,I write regarding the death of Inšpektor Ivan Furlan of Koper Police. The man we have arrested is not guilty . . . High-flyer Petra Vidmar, the youngest serving female detective in Slovenia, has her sights set on an international career. But when an anonymous plea to rectify a gross miscarriage of justice lands on her desk, she knows she can't leave local crime behind her just yet. The victim is a fellow police officer, and it seems the letter writer is too . . . In the picturesque coastal resort of Koper, the sun shines, the sea glitters and the delicacies are delicious. But Petra quickly discovers that beneath even the most scenic of settings, there lurk blackmail, corruption, family feuds . . . and murder. Asking difficult questions in her bid to uncover the truth behind Inšpektor Furlan's death, Petra feels a community, and her colleagues, turning against her. She's determined to see justice done, but will this close-to-home case launch her promising career . . . or break it?----------An astonishing debut from an exciting new voice in the world of crime fiction, Death in the Adriatic is a clever, twisty tale perfect for fans of Donna Leon, Philip Gwynne Jones and the Inspector Montalbano mysteries.
Fairytale Fiasco: Cinderella
<p><b>Cinderella wants to go to the ball, and here comes Cleo to save the day! ZIP and BOOM and FLASH and KAZAM!</b><br><br>Just like that, Cleo falls into a different fairytale each bedtime. But even Cleo can’t charm Cinderella’s mean stepmother. Luckily the fairy godmother arrives and magics up some cool, comfy outfits and a helicopter! When the party is over, can Cleo get Cinderella and the prince together (without any yucky kissing!) and be home in time for her bedtime story?</p>
McTeague
McTeague (1899) chronicles the demise of a San Francisco couple at the end of the nineteenth century. Inspired by an actual crime that was sensationalized in the San Francisco papers, it tells the story of charlatan dentist McTeague, his wife Trina, and their spiralling descent into moral corruption. Norris is often considered to be the `American Zola'', and this is one of the most purely naturalistic American novels of the nineteenth century. With its compelling portrayal of human nature at its most basic level, McTeague is a gripping and passionate tale of greed, degeneration and death. It is also one of the first major works of literature to set in California, and it provided the story for Erich von Stroheim''s classic of the silent screen, Greed. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World''s Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford''s commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
Born Sick in the USA
How healthy you are is dependent on where you live. Americans suffer more cancers, heart disease, mental illness, and other chronic diseases than those who live in other wealthy nations, despite having the most expensive healthcare system in the world. Why? Embark on a journey to unravel the profound impact of public policies on American health from before birth in Born Sick in the USA: Improving the Health of a Nation. Delve into the intricate web where economic inequality weaves a tapestry of sickness stemming from a highly stressed society. This compelling read illuminates the need for transformative change in social safety nets and public policies to uplift national health and well-being. Through vivid storytelling, the book unveils the symptoms, diagnosis, and 'medicine' required to steer the nation toward a healthier future. Join the movement for a healthier America by embracing the insightful revelations and empowering calls to action presented within the pages of this eye-opening book.
Numberblocks Numbers and Counting (Red Level Workbook)
Let's count with the Numberblocks!Based on the award-winning CBeebies show, this early learning workbook provides a fun and accessible first step into maths. Filled with engaging activities, the Numbers and Counting workbook will help children learn to recognise numbers 1 to 5, understand their value, begin counting in order and develop key maths skills – all with the help of their Numberblock friends!
The Devil's Smile
'Echoes of David Peace's Red Riding Quartet - a slice of Yorkshire Noir to savour' - Chris SimmsOctober, 1995. Adrian Brown's second year at Leeds University is a blur of throbbing bass line and neon-lit nights out. However, a violent encounter with a man he met in a basement club has the power to sober him up. Sheila Hargreaves, who has grown fond of Adrian following their brush with the infamous Lollipop Man, has written a book about the murders and is busy with a new TV show, Yorkshire CrimeTime. And then her erratic co-presenter Tony Tranter goes missing, and his body turns up riddled with stab wounds. Could his death be linked to recent violent attacks on me? oving from dark city corners to the glare of the TV studio lights, Sheila and Adrian find themselves on the trail of another killer. 'Sellers is a writer of pulse-pounding tension. Every book hits the mark perfectly. I'm a huge fan - Michael Wood''Fabulous suspense, gut-churning tension and terrific plotting had me gripped' - MK MurphyGripping and engrossing, this is another unforgettable thriller from Sellers, a writer at the height of his powers. I raced through it at the speed of light' Awais Khan'A powerful brew' Peterborough Evening Telegraph'The Devil's Smile is yet another brilliant slice of gritty Northern Noir, a must read for crime readers everywhere' The Derbyshire Times
Becoming George
My friends will respect me, I hope, just as much under my jacket as under my dress. Be reassured, I do not aspire to the dignity of man. It seems to me too laughable to be much preferable to the servility of woman. But I claim to possess, today and forever, the superb and complete independence which you alone believe you have the right to enjoy. So take me for a man or a woman as you wish.
An Epic History of Failure
No one takes pride in it, but it is funny to see others fail. Take an educational and entertaining tour through history with An Epic History of Failure by Natalie Younger, visiting some of humankind's silliest decisions and the lessons we've learned (or not) from them. From the sinking of the HMS Titanic, to the many, MANY missteps of Christopher Columbus, to the wonky construction of the Tower of Pisa, young readers will discover some of the epic fails that have changed our world or simply left us wondering "what were they thinking?!". Everybody gets things wrong sometimes and this book demonstrates how we can often learn something from failure – or as Thomas Edison put it: “I’ve not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.”Each tale is accompanied by wacky illustrations from Ella Kasperowicz, ideal for engaging reluctant readers. This is the third title in Neon Squid's Wacky Histories series, following A Stinky History of Toilets and A Sick History of Medicine, and is perfect for curious kids with a fondness for the darker side of history.
The Flirting Game
My new neighbour is a hot, grumpy hockey player who works out shirtless on his porch every morning. But it's not technically spying if I just happen to be on my patio at the same time. . . right?
Imagine my surprise when the sexy grouch turns out to be the client who just hired me to redecorate the house he's giving his mom.
What's a ray of sunshine like me to do? Pretend I've never noticed his abs while we pick out furniture - since I'd never date a client. And Ford Devon? He's made it clear this is his final season, and he wants zero distractions.
Which means I need to exercise some serious resistance. . . To his cool blue eyes that track my every move. To that deep voice that makes me shiver. And to the mouth that shuts me up one night in our shared backyard with a scorching kiss.
Oops.
We agree it's a one-time slip up. But when he insists on being my date to my cheating ex's party. . . we slip up again into a very fun sleepover. With our dogs watching!
One fake date at a charity gala turns into another at a hockey game, and somewhere between fabric swatches and porch picnics, I stop pretending.
But how do I convince Ford that with me, he can have both love and hockey?
Tropes:
- ice hockey romance
- neighbours-to-lovers
- grumpy x sunshine
- fake dating
Fearless and Free
This is the iconic Josephine Baker in her own words. Funny, candid and unconventional: the wildly famous but elusive Josephine Baker tells her own story in this enchanting memoir. Baker took Paris by storm in the 1920s, dazzling audiences with her humour, beauty and effervescence on stage.
She became an icon. Later, as one of the most recognisable women in the world, she became a spy for the French resistance and was awarded the Légion d’honneur for military service. After the war she became a civil rights activist, and in 1963 she spoke at the March on Washington alongside Martin Luther King.
All this from a girl of mixed heritage, born in Missouri to a poor mother and a father she did not know. Formed from a series of conversations with the French journalist Marcel Sauvage over a period of more than twenty years, and now translated into English for the first time, this gorgeous book offers an insight into one of the most beguiling figures of the twentieth century.
The Halifax Hellions
'Hot, smart, funny and charming as hell ... much like the Hellions themselves.' - Alix E. Harrow'Everything you want a historical romance to be' - Jessica Joyce'Delightful, truly scrumptious' - Mazey Eddings--------Secret identities. Salacious engravings. And a scandalous Regency road trip... From the day of their debut, when Matilda smoked a cigar and Margo tied a cherry stem in a knot with her tongue, the Halifax twins have flouted convention at every turn. But when Matilda runs off with the dangerous Marquess of Ashford she may finally have gone too far. Determined to stop her sister's inexplicable elopement, Margo turns to her oldest friend for help: because if anyone can get her to Scotland in time, it's starchy solicitor Henry Mortimer. Beneath his buttoned-up exterior, Henry is ardently, wildly, miserably in love with Margo. And Matilda and Ashford's relationship, too, may not be quite what it seems... With the Halifax Hellions at the reins of this carriage, what could possibly go wrong?_______________Praise for Alexandra Vasti'Vasti has a gift for mixing mayhem and genuine emotion' - Oprah Daily'Superbly written and sensationally funny' - India Holton'Forever in awe of Alexandra Vasti's talent' - Sarah AdlerReaders LOVE The Halifax Hellions'Hilarious, heartfelt, and deliciously spicy' *****'Had my heart in a vice grip' *****'Will have Vasti fans swooning' *****'Witty banter, yearning, and great spice' *****'Vasti has quickly become one of my favourite authors!' *****'Absolutely unputdownable' *****
The Art and Science of Well-Being
From fleeing Cambodia as a refugee infant to building a nine-figure behavioral health company to training at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Rob Douk brings unique wisdom to The Art and Science of Well-Being, revealing how nine essential dimensions of wellness—intellectual, creative, financial, occupational, physical, environmental, spiritual, emotional, and social—work together to create lasting health and fulfillment. This groundbreaking guide is for anyone who:Feels successful on paper but unfulfilled in realityHas tried traditional wellness approaches without lasting resultsSeeks deeper purpose and meaning in their healing journeyWants to understand the profound links between mind, body, and spiritDrawing from his pioneering work in neurobiotheology and his personal journey from Cambodian refugee to psychologist, entrepreneur, and wellness innovator, Dr. Douk blends cutting-edge research with timeless wisdom about human inner strength and renewal. He built and sold a nationwide behavioral health company for nine figures, completed training in lifestyle medicine at Harvard Medical School, and founded The Well Club—a global community dedicated to holistic well-being. The Art and Science of Well-Being offers practical tools for transformation through Dr. Douk's Well Method, a clinically grounded approach that guides readers from knowledge to freedom in five essential steps. Whether you're facing emotional exhaustion, health challenges, or simply seeking greater significance, this book provides the tools to calm your nervous system, rewrite your story, and finally feel whole again—and introduces readers to The Well Club, a global community where the journey to wholeness continues beyond these pages. If you’re ready to stop just getting by—and start living fully—you’re in the right place.
Beattie Cavendish and the White Pearl Club
1948. The shadow of war still lingers over Britain and Beattie Cavendish, former Secret Operations Executive agent, refuses to settle into civilian life. When offered an undercover role at the newly formed GCHQ, the nerve centre of Britain's intelligence network, she doesn't hesitate. Her first mission is to infiltrate the powerful Bowen family and find out what she can about politician Ralph Bowen who is suspected of being a communist sympathiser. Her mission takes a deadly turn when the Bowen's housekeeper, Sofia, has her throat cut. As the investigation spirals, Beattie teams up with war-weary detective Patrick Corrigan to expose a dangerous web of spies and secrets all leading back to The White Pearl Club, a Soho establishment that caters to gentlemen with dangerous appetites. As powerful forces attempt to bury the truth, Beattie must survive a ruthless game of deception and the dark underbelly of 1940s Soho at the dawn of the Cold War.
Black Legacy
From the arrival of the first enslaved Africans in New Amsterdam in 1609 to the Harlem Renaissance to the impact of #BLM, here is a concise and newly updated history of Black Americans in New York for readers aged 12 and up. Black Legacy reasserts the essential work of teacher and historian William Loren Katz, who was committed to documenting and uplifting the stories of Black Americans'' courage and creativity, resilience and rebellion: Black Legacy includes chronological stories of: Black politicians and poets, abolitionists and athletes and activists, and the first Black children to attend public schools; Sojourner Truth, Paul Robeson, W.E.B. DuBois, Frederick Douglass, Marcus Garvey, Malcolm X, the Black Panthers, and others who fought for Black freedom; Shirley Chisholm, Madame C.J. Walker, NY''s first Black mayor David Dinkins and many other businesspeople and politicians who brought dignity through their work toward equality; and the Black history of Seneca Village and Weeksville, the Savoy and Cotton clubs of the Jazz Age, Harlem Hospital where Martin Luther King Jr. nearly died, the African burial site at Trinity Church, and so much more. Written with economy and flair, Black Legacy is a fascinating read, a necessary teaching tool, and a great addition to the literature of the Black history of New York and of America.
Free to Be Me with a BFRB
Filled with interactive activities and stories about dealing with Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), this workbook for kids aged 7-12 provides tools for understanding and managing skin picking, nail biting or hair pulling so you can finally say goodbye to your BFRB beast.
Fairy Friends: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader
Kind fairies Lily and Rose are always willing to lend a helping hand, but they keep falling for the tricks of the naughty elf Patch. Can they outsmart him and save the day, or will Patch''s mischief get the best of them?Fairy Friends is from Early Reader Level 1 and is perfect for children aged from 4+ who are taking their first steps beyond phonics.Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.
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