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Avaline neviděla svého manžela, lorda Fortise Treshama, sedm let poté, co odešel bojovat na Krym. Teď je zpět, poznamenaný válečnými útrapami, trpí ztrátou paměti a těžkými nočními můrami. Přestože se Fortis vrátil do jejího života – a do její postele – je Avaline opatrná. Proč je najednou tak zdvořilý a pozorný? Tak odlišný od sobeckého vojáka, za kterého se provdala? Ve zprvu nešťastném manželství začíná pomalu klíčit vášeň a láska… Kdo je ve skutečnosti muž, který se vrátil domů?

Beah se vrací do Bostonu, aby dohlížela na aukci desetiletí. Na svou práci se těší, ale radost jí kalí skutečnost, že se bude muset vídat se svým bývalým manželem Finnem Murphym. Hned při prvním setkání totiž oba zjišťují, že i když jejich soužití nebylo možné, ani po deseti letech od rozvodu nezmizela obrovská přitažlivost, kterou k sobě vždy cítili. Dokážou využít druhou šanci? Poučí se z chyb a posunou svůj vztah na novou, vyšší úroveň?

How a New York Times bestselling author and New Yorker contributor parlayed a strong grasp of the science of human decision-making and a woeful ignorance of cards into a life-changing run as a professional poker player, under the wing of a legend of the game. Maria Konnikova had never actually played poker before and didn't even know the rules when she approached Erik Seidel - Poker Hall of Fame inductee, winner of tens of millions of dollars in earnings - and asked him to be her mentor. She had faced a stretch of personal bad luck, and her reflections on the role of chance in her life had pointed her to poker as the ultimate master class in learning to distinguish what can be controlled and what can't. Seidel was in, and soon Konnikova was down the rabbit hole with him, a journey that would lead her to the following year's World Series of Poker. Then something extraordinary happened. Under Seidel's guidance, Konnikova began to have many epiphanies about life that derived from her new pursuit, including how to better read not just her opponents but far more importantly herself. She found her way to making better decisions and to a place where she could accept luck for what it is, and what it isn't. But she also began to win. She even learned to like Las Vegas. In the end, Konnikova is a student of human behaviour, and ultimately the point of her incredible adventure was to render it into a container for its invaluable lessons. The biggest bluff of all, she learned is that skill is enough. This is a book that will focus your mind and strengthen your hand.

The bonds of family are tested in the wake of a profound tragedy, providing a look at the darker side of our society The bonds of family are tested in the wake of a profound tragedy, providing a look at the darker side of our society. Night Sleep Death The Stars is a gripping examination of contemporary America through the prism of a family tragedy: when a powerful parent dies, each of his adult children reacts in startling and unexpected ways, and his grieving widow in the most surprising way of all. Stark and penetrating, Joyce Carol Oates's latest novel is a vivid exploration of race, psychological trauma, class warfare, grief, and eventual healing, as well as an intimate family novel in the tradition of the author's bestselling We Were the Mulvaneys.

Je rozhodnutá odhalit temné rodinné tajemství… i kdyby ji to mělo stát život! Pětiletá Sloane tu noc nemohla usnout. Rodiče se hádali a jejich zlostná slova se nesla podzimním chladným vzduchem až k jejím uším. Slyšela podivné zvuky, sténání, sípání a pak… pak bylo najednou ticho. A ráno byla matka pryč. Podle oficiální verze vyšetřování odešla Clara McBrideová z domova a už se nikdy nevrátila. Jenže Sloane tomu nevěřila – ani tehdy, ani v osmnácti, kdy se odstěhovala a začala nový život jako úspěšná modelka v New Yorku. A nevěří tomu ani teď. Zvuky té noci se jí vracejí jako noční můra a nedaří se jí zbavit se pocitu, že otec je nejen despotický, ale také zákeřný. Po deseti letech se Sloane vrací domů, do malého texaského městečka plného lží a tajemství. Je rozhodnutá zjistit pravdu o matčině zmizení, přestože jí otec i bratr hází klacky pod nohy a nejraději by ji umlčeli. Jak ale začíná poodhalovat roušku minulosti, zdá se, že není až tak důležité, co se tenkrát v noci stalo… ale to, co zbude z její rodiny, až pravda vyjde najevo.

The irresistible blockbuster YA romance of summer 2021 by six of the biggest voices in YA, as featured on ITV News. Perfect for fans of Jenny Han, Netflix's Let it Snow and Bolu Babalola's Love in Colour. 'Six top authors, including Angie Thomas who wrote The Hate U Give, come together to write a moving story of black teenage love. Perfect for bringing a taste of romance and American city life to your staycation' - The Times 'Blackout is our love letter to love, to New York City, and to Black teens. Our reminder to them that their stories, their joy, their love is valid and worthy of being spotlighted.' Dhonielle Clayton. When a heatwave plunges New York City into darkness, sparks fly for thirteen teenagers caught up in the blackout. A first meeting. Long-time friends. Bitter exes. And maybe the beginning of something new... When the lights go out, people reveal hidden truths, love blossoms, friendship transforms and new possibilities take flight. Six of today's biggest stars of the YA world, Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon, bring all the electricity of love to a collection of charming, hilarious and heartbreaking tales that shine the brightest light through the dark.

'We stand on the shoulders of giants. Now we learn their names.' THE QUEER BIBLE is a collection of essays written by queer icons, about the queer trailblazers throughout history who inspired them. From Elton John on Divine to Graham Norton on Armistead Maupin; Russell Tovey on David Robilliard to Lady Phyll on Moud Goba; Tan France on the Queer Eye cast to Mae Martin on Tim Curry, today's queer heroes write about the icons that provided a creative inspiration to them. Other contributors include Amelia Abraham, Paula Akpan, Courtney Act, Munroe Bergdorf, Mykki Blanco, Joseph Cassara, David Furnish, Paul Flynn, Paris Lees, Juliet Jacques, Gus Kenworthy, Freddy McConnell, Paul Mendez, Mark Moore, Hans Ulrich Obrist, Hanne Gaby Odiele and Matthew Todd. Each essay is accompanied by exclusive, bespoke illustrations by queer or ally artists, to create a truly beautiful celebration of queer culture. Based on the popular website QueerBible.com, founded by model and activist Jack Guinness, this timely collection, edited by him, continues his mission - to create a space dedicated to the celebration of queer history. The Queer Bible is a love letter to the LGBTQI+ community and its allies

Pětiletá Sloane tu noc nemohla usnout. Rodiče se hádali a jejich zlostná slova se nesla podzimním chladným vzduchem až k jejím uším. Slyšela podivné zvuky, sténání, sípání a pak… pak bylo najednou ticho. A ráno byla matka pryč. Podle oficiální verze vyšetřování odešla Clara McBrideová z domova a už se nikdy nevrátila. Jenže Sloane tomu nevěřila – ani tehdy, ani v osmnácti, kdy se odstěhovala a začala nový život jako úspěšná modelka v New Yorku. A nevěří tomu ani teď. Zvuky té noci se jí vracejí jako noční můra a nedaří se jí zbavit se pocitu, že otec je nejen despotický, ale také zákeřný. Po deseti letech se Sloane vrací domů, do malého texaského městečka plného lží a tajemství. Je rozhodnutá zjistit pravdu o matčině zmizení, přestože jí otec i bratr hází klacky pod nohy a nejraději by ji umlčeli. Jak ale začíná poodhalovat roušku minulosti, zdá se, že není až tak důležité, co se tenkrát v noci stalo… ale to, co zbude z její rodiny, až pravda vyjde najevo.

This book must not be ignored. It really is our final warning. Mark Lynas delivers a vital account of the future of our earth, and our civilisation, if current rates of global warming persist. And it's only looking worse. We are living in a climate emergency. But how much worse could it get? Will civilisation collapse? Are we already past the point of no return? What kind of future can our children expect? Rigorously cataloguing the very latest climate science, Mark Lynas explores the course we have set for Earth over the next century and beyond. Degree by terrifying degree, he charts the likely consequences of global heating and the ensuing climate catastrophe. At one degree - the world we are already living in - vast wildfires scorch California and Australia, while monster hurricanes devastate coastal cities. At two degrees the Arctic ice cap melts away, and coral reefs disappear from the tropics. At three, the world begins to run out of food, threatening millions with starvation. At four, large areas of the globe are too hot for human habitation, erasing entire nations and turning billions into climate refugees. At five, the planet is warmer than for 55 million years, while at six degrees a mass extinction of unparalleled proportions sweeps the planet, even raising the threat of the end of all life on Earth. These escalating consequences can still be avoided, but time is running out. We must largely stop burning fossil fuels within a decade if we are to save the coral reefs and the Arctic. If we fail, then we risk crossing tipping points that could push global climate chaos out of humanity's control. This book must not be ignored. It really is our final warning.

An action packed, character-led sticker and activity book filled with pup profiles and activities from all your favourite Paw Patrol puppies! Join the Paw Patrol adventure by adding stickers to each spread to help tell the story.

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Divergent with a special edition of the internationally bestselling series that inspired a series of major motion pictures starring Shailene Woodley. This edition features exclusive content from Veronica Roth and beautiful reimagined cover art from award-winning illustrator Victo Ngai. In the world of Divergent, society is divided into five factions - Candor (the honest), Abnegation (the selfless), Dauntless (the brave), Amity (the peaceful) and Erudite (the intelligent). Every year, all sixteen-year-olds must select the faction to which they will devote the rest of their lives. Beatrice Prior must choose between staying with her family and being who she really is. Her choice shocks everyone - including herself. During the initiation that follows, Tris and her fellow initiates undergo extreme tests with devastating consequences. As initiation transforms them, Tris must determine who her friends really are - and whether she can trust the man who both threatens and protects her. Because Tris has a deadly secret. And as growing conflict threatens to unravel their seemingly perfect society, this secret might save those she loves ... or it might destroy her.

Trees clean air and water; hoverflies and bees pollinate our crops; the kingfisher inspired the construction of high-speed trains. In Tapestries of Life, bestselling author Anne Sverdrup-Thygeson explains how closely we are all connected with the natural world, highlighting our indelible link with nature's finely knit system and our everyday lives. In the heart of natural world is a life-support system like no other, a collective term that describes all the goods and services we receive - food, fresh water, medicine, pollination, pollution control, carbon sequestration, erosion prevention, recreation, spiritual health and so much more. In this utterly captivating book, Anne Sverdrup-Thygeson sets out to explore these wonderful, supportive elements - taking the reader on a journey through the surprising characteristics of the natural world.

It's 2003. It's been several months since the US officially declared war on Iraq, and the political world has evolved. Shadi, who wears hijab (a visible allegiance to Islam) keeps her head down. Hate crimes are spiking. Undercover FBI agents are infiltrating mosques and interrogating members of the congregation, and the local Muslim community is beginning to fracture. Shadi hears the fights after services, the arguments between families about what it means to be Muslim, about what they should be doing and saying as a community but she does not engage. She's too busy drowning in her own troubles to find the time to deal with bigots. Shadi is named for joy, but she's haunted by sorrow. Her brother is dead, her father is dying, her mother is falling apart, and her best friend has mysteriously dropped out of her life. And then, of course, there's the small matter of her heart It's broken. Shadi has tried to navigate the remains of her quickly-shattering world by soldiering through, saying nothing, until finally, one day, everything changes. She explodes. From bestselling author of the Shatter Me series and the National Book Award-nominated A Very Large Expanse of Sea, Tahereh Mafi, comes a stunning novel about love and loneliness, navigating dual-identity as a Muslim teenager in America, and reclaiming your right to joy.

Pozvání na svatbu dostalo Iris, guru životního stylu s úspěšnou reality show, do nepříjemné situace. Potřebovala na takovou okázalou společenskou akci reprezentativního partnera. Rada sestry, aby si zajistila placený doprovod, se jí moc nelíbila, když ale v baru uviděla Zaca, pohledného závodníka v jachtingu, který hledal sponzory pro svůj sportovní tým, udělala mu návrh, jaký se neodmítá…  

Před lety se Lorene provdala za o padesát let staršího hraběte, aby zachránila sestry a umožnila jim provdat se z lásky. Teď – ve čtyřiadvaceti letech – se z ní stala vdova. A muž, který po jejím otci zdědil panství a jehož už roky tajně miluje, je falešně obviněn z vraždy jejího manžela. Dell, hrabě z Penfordu, přestože své srdce uzamkl před láskou, Lorene obdivuje. Ale bylo by skandální, kdyby jí dal své city najevo. Osud s ním má však jiné plány a Dell teď udělá všechno pro to, aby očistil své jméno a získal Loreninu ruku.      

„Jen si můžete vybrat, v jaké kleci to bude…“ Tárík je vládce a pán a jeho slovo bylo zákonem. A přikázal té Angličance, aby se stala jeho ženou, aby se stala královnou. A Charlotte souhlasila. Souhlasila, protože věděla, že z tajemného pouštního království už stejně nikdy nebude moci odejít. Souhlasila, protože uvěřila, že její osud má jméno Tárík…