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She tried to kill him, so he made her his wife. Skadi first met her husband-to-be with blades in hand on the opposite side of a battle. She lost, and he claimed his prize. To her horror, the king of the shadow elven agrees to marry her off to Jonas, a prince in the fae realms, as a way to unite their kingdoms against a shared enemy the light elves. Skadi knows the marriage is nothing but a political game. Feelings won t come into play. Except her new husband makes not falling in love . . . challenging. When new threats arise, Skadi must decide to either love her enemy or keep him alive by betraying him to another.

Fareed Zakaria first warned of the threat of “illiberal democracy” two decades ago. In Age of Revolutions: Progress and Backlash from 1600 to the Present, he sets our era of populist chaos into the sweep of history. Based on deep research and conversations with world leaders from Emmanuel Macron to Lee Kuan Yew, this book tells the story of progress and backlash, of the rise of classical liberalism and of the many periods of rage and counter-revolution that followed seismic change. From the Dutch Republic – the first modern republic, techno-superpower, and haven for liberalism almost snuffed out by force – and the French Revolution to the Industrial Revolution in Britain and the United States, it traces the rise of the world’s modern superpowers, the birth of the political divides we know today, and the ways in which technology unsettled society and caused backlash from those who felt threatened by this new world. Zakaria also details the revolutions that have convulsed our times: globalization in overdrive, digital transformation, the rise of identity politics, the return of great power politics with a vengeful Russia and an ascendant China, and the democratic decay at home which threatens the very foundations of the world built by the Enlightenment. The book warns us that liberalism’s great strength has been freeing people from arbitrary constraints – but its great weakness has been leaving individuals isolated, a void that can all too easily be filled by tribalism, populism, and identity politics. Today’s revolutions in technology and culture can even leave people so adrift that they turn against modernity itself.

From the bestselling author of Too Big to Fail, “the definitive history of the 2008 banking crisis,”* comes a spellbinding narrative of the most infamous stock market crash in history. With the depth of a classic history and the drama of a thriller, 1929 unravels the greed, blind optimism, and folly that led to an era-defining collapse—one with ripple effects that still shape our society todayIn 1929, the world watched in shock as the unstoppable Wall Street bull market went into a freefall, wiping out fortunes and igniting a depression that would reshape a generation. But behind the flashing ticker tapes and panicked traders, another drama unfolded—one of visionaries and fraudsters, titans and dreamers, euphoria and ruin. With unparalleled access to historical records and newly uncovered documents, New York Times bestselling author Andrew Ross Sorkin takes readers inside the chaos of the crash, behind the scenes of a raging battle between Wall Street and Washington and the larger-than-life characters whose ambition and naivety in an endless boom led to wreckage. The dizzying highs and brutal lows of this era eerily mirror today’s world—where markets soar, political tensions mount, and the fight over financial influence plays out once again. This is not just a story about money. 1929 is a tale of power, psychology, and the seductive illusion that “this time is different.” It’s about disregarded alarm bells, financiers who fell from grace, and skeptics who saw the crash coming—only to be dismissed until it was too late. Hailed as a landmark book, Too Big to Fail reimagined how financial crises are told. Now, with 1929, Sorkin delivers an immersive, electrifying account of the most pivotal market collapse of all time—with lessons that remain as urgent as ever. More than just a history, 1929 is a crucial blueprint for understanding the cycles of speculation, the forces that drive financial upheaval, and the warning signs we ignore at our peril. *The Atlantic Monthly

Get ready for your next reading obsession, the spicy small-town romance filled with mystery and suspense from the bestselling author, perfect for fans of Elsie Silver and Colleen Hoover. 'Five stars isn't enough' 5* Reader Review 'I devoured this book' 5* Reader Review 'I will never stop raving about Sparrow Falls' 5* Reader Review When I first met Kyler Blackwood, he was a bruised and battered boy with fire in his eyes and nowhere safe to land. Since the first time he kissed me, he became my best-kept secret, my quiet rebellion, my haven in the storm. Until fate forced us apart, making us pretend to be strangers. Years later, time hasn't dulled our instant connection, or erased the way we fit together. We were never meant to cross the line. And tell ourselves this arrangement is only temporary. But with each passing day, the lie starts to feel more like the truth. And, with every stolen touch, Kye feels more like mine. Because some things were never meant to be pretend. But there are secrets that refuse to remain buried. And some dangers are closer than we ever imagined. . .

All the Way Around the Sun is a powerful childhood friends-to-lovers tale about secrets, grief and family bonds, from the author of This Place is Still Beautiful. Stella Chen is annoyed. Her parents have forced her to join the Zhao family on a college tour around the West Coast, and their overachieving son Alan, who she hasn't seen since she was six, is insufferable. It also seems like her parents can't wait to take a break from her, as she's a constant reminder of the son they recently lost - Stella's big brother, David. Tensions fly as Stella struggles with grief, long-kept family secrets are revealed, and at some point along the way she begins to see Alan as more than just the bratty kid from her childhood...

She went home for Christmas…and found the love she thought she'd lost. Curl up with this cosy Christmas romance bursting with twinkling lights, second chances and seasonal joy, from bestselling author Jenny Bayliss - When Fred returns home to her Scottish town she must confront her past and decide whether it can be a part of her future… Fred Hallow-Hart isn't in love with the idea of returning home to Pine Bluff. But after a bad breakup and a subsequent eviction, she's fresh out of options. Quickly roped in by her mother to help with the family Christmas cracker shop, Fred decides throwing herself into work might be for the best, especially when her ex-best-friend Ryan starts to give her butterflies she never expected. But as Fred begins to hope for her heart, she's forced to confront some harsh truths, which, if she doesn't find a way through, might just ruin the holidays. Can Fred let go of the past enough to recognise real love? And when she does, how far will she go to protect it? Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan, Heidi Swain, Jo Thomas and Phillipa Ashley!

Dark, dangerous, delicious. The first book in a dark mafia romance series from TikTok sensation, New York Times and international bestselling author, RuNyx. In the dark underbelly of the mob, Tristan Caine has always been an anomaly. The only non-blooded member in the high circle of the Tenebrae Outfit, his skills are unparalleled, his morality questionable, his motives unknown. He is lethal and he knows it. As does Morana Vitalio, the genius extraordinaire daughter of the Tenebrae’s rival family. What Caine does with weapons, Morana does with computers. And when a twenty year-old mystery resurfaces, Morana is intent on using her skills to prove Caine’s involvement. Until she realises they are bound together by a decades old secret which neither of them can escape. Something terrible – something huge – is brewing in the mob. And only Morana and Caine can fight it. Together. Tropes: -Enemies to Lovers - Forbidden Romance - Mafia romance - Protective/possessive MMC - Dark romance - Slow burn

We will wash away your pain and iron away any creases in your heart. Overnight, in the village of Marigold on top of a hill, old Jieun has conjured up a magical Mind Laundry, where she cleanses painful experiences from her customer's hearts, transferring them into stains on a T-shirt and transforming them into dazzling red petals. We meet five of Jieun's customers to her laundry: a frustrated young filmmaker; a tortured social-media influencer; a distraught mother who has discovered her husband’s other family; a young woman two-timed by her lover, and Yeonghui, a victim of bullying, who works as a delivery man to escape his pain in routine. After washing away their pain and ironing out their creases, Jieun discovers an astonishing revelation about memory, pain and moving on. As we laugh, wonder and grow with the vivid characters in this book, MARIGOLD MIND LAUNDRY shows how we too can tap into the positivity and magic that lies in us all. Which bad memories would you like to wash away?

Make some time for you! Relax and unwind with this adorable colouring book - get cozy and colour in 45 beautiful, inspirational quotes! Step into a world of calm and comfort with Cozy Vibes, with 45 uplifting hand-drawn pages ready for you to colour in. This follow-up to Coco Wyo's beloved global bestsellers Cozy Cuties and Cozy Corner promises a new colourful delight at every turn! Uncover a treasure trove of uplifting phrases accompanying adorable animal friends for you to colour in within these cute and simple pages! Cozy Vibes has sweet and irresistible images combined with heartfelt and inspirational quotes, for colouring fans of all ages, and also includes: - 45 hand-drawn pages ready for your creativity - Large, bold designs that are easy to colour - Convenient 8 x 8-inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhere - Crisp, high-resolution illustrations that bring each page to life

She was looking for quiet. She found them instead. Step into the Cozyverse in this cosy, autumnal, 'why choose' romance from Emilia Emerson. . . -- Starlight Grove needs a new Lighthouse Keeper and Olive Autumn Harvest needs a fresh start. Preferably one with as much solitude as possible. So, her new job and isolated ocean cottage is perfect?except for the eccentric, meddling townspeople, and the cat who's adopted her. When the town wins a grant for lighthouse restoration, Olive is forced to let the contractors into her space…a company comprised of three hot alphas: Easton, her golden retriever stalker. Lars, the steady, protective viking. And Finn, who's hiding a pain that matches her own. Suddenly, these guys are everywhere?and they're completely unfazed by Olive's prickly personality as they try to care for her, protect her, and court her. But everyone in this relationship is holding on to secrets… and it might not just be the lighthouse that needs restoration. Tropes: Omegaverse Why-choose romance Small town Seasonal Cozy

From the master of spy thrillers, John le Carré's The Spy Who Came in from the Cold is a gripping story of love and betrayal at the height of the Cold War, published as a beautiful Penguin Clothbound Classics edition for the first time Alec Leamas is tired. It's the 1960s, he's been out in the cold for years, spying in the shadow of the Berlin Wall for his British masters. He has seen too many good agents murdered for their troubles. Now Control wants to bring him in at last - but only after one final assignment. He must travel deep into the heart of Communist Germany and betray his country, a job that he will do with his usual cynical professionalism. But when George Smiley tries to help a young woman Leamas has befriended, Leamas's mission may prove to be the worst thing he could ever have done. In le Carré's breakthrough work of 1963, the spy story is reborn as a gritty and terrible tale of men who are caught up in politics beyond their imagining.

Don't miss out on the stunning CRIMSON COLLECTABLE edition of Chasing the Wild. This breathtaking sprayed edge edition is available on a limited first print run only. Layla Birch always followed the rules, until she fell for Colton Wilder… Get ready to be hooked by the steamy, forbidden-love cowboy romance, the first book in the CRIMSON RIDGE series from the bestselling author, perfect for fans of Elsie Silver, Lyla Sage, and Paisley Hope! 'Hot grumpy cowboy tick, close proximity tick, lust tick, hot chemistry tick. This book has it all' ***** What happens when you're snowed in on a mountain ranch with the one man you definitely should not be fantasizing about? I've always done what was expected of me. Layla Birch, the good girl. Forced to grow up too fast. To take care of everything myself. I had a plan. Only, I didn't count on him. Colton Wilder, the cowboy nearly twice my age. One who takes care of me, gives me a job, and makes my pulse thud harder every time he comes near. My ex-boyfriend's father. As the snow grows thicker and the tension builds between us, we're both inching closer to a line we shouldn't cross. Each day, it grows harder to resist the man who looks at me with longing in his eyes. It's tempting to forget about being the good girl for once. No one would find out. Would they?

She hasn't been in love in ten years, but she's about to get back in the saddle. With the holidays around the corner and her father recently imprisoned for financial fraud, disgraced journalist Emory Oakes doesn't know where to turn. She's only certain of one thing: she needs to get away. Fate takes the wheel, leaving her stranded in snowy Evergreen, the picturesque town where she spent her happiest Christmas as a teen - and chronicled every moment in her journal as she fell in love with handsome local, Tate Wilder, at his family's idyllic horse ranch - until it all went wrong. Emory isn't ready to face Tate, but kismet and Christmas magic have other ideas. As the love they've denied for a decade rekindles, the betrayals that kept them apart resurface and Emory's family scandal reaches the small town. Even still, Tate Wilder and his ranch feel more like home than anywhere ever has. Will Emory and Tate's alchemy fizzle, or will their Christmas wishes come true?

Follow Eleven, Mike, Dustin, Lucas and their friends through humorous scenes of Hawkins as you count from 1 to 11. With waffles, walkie-talkies, and Demogorgans, learning to count has never been more fun. Humorous scenes around Hawkins introduce charming Funko Pop! versions of Eleven, Lucas, Dustin, and other popular characters. Funko collectors of all ages and fans of Netflix's hit television series Stranger Things will love this funny counting book. Welcome to the thrilling world of Netflix's hit series Stranger Things. Follow Eleven, Dustin, Max, Lucas, and their friends for mystery, suspense, and supernatural adventures in 1980s Hawkins.

From one of the most iconic actors in the history of film, an astonishingly revelatory account of a creative life in full To the wider world, Al Pacino exploded onto the scene like a supernova. He landed his first leading role, in The Panic in Needle Park, in 1971, and by 1975, he had starred in four movies-The Godfather and The Godfather Part II, Serpico, and Dog Day Afternoon-that were not just successes but landmarks in the history of film. Those performances became legendary and changed his life forever. Not since Marlon Brando and James Dean in the late 1950s had an actor landed in the culture with such force. But Pacino was in his mid thirties by then, and had already lived several lives. A fixture of avant-garde theater in New York, he had led a bohemian existence, working odd jobs to support his craft. He was raised by a fiercely loving but mentally unwell mother and her parents after his father left them when he was young, but in a real sense he was raised by the streets of the South Bronx, and by the troop of buccaneering young friends he ran with, whose spirits never left him. After a teacher recognized his acting promise and pushed him toward New York's fabled High School of Performing Arts, the die was cast. In good times and bad, in poverty and in wealth and in poverty again, through pain and joy, acting was his lifeline, its community his tribe. Sonny Boy is the memoir of a man who has nothing left to fear and nothing left to hide. All the great roles, the essential collaborations, and the important relationships are given their full due, as is the vexed marriage between creativity and commerce at the highest levels. The book's golden thread, however, is the spirit of love and purpose. Love can fail you, and you can be defeated in your ambitions-the same lights that shine bright can also dim. But Al Pacino was lucky enough to fall deeply in love with a craft before he had the foggiest idea of any of its earthly rewards, and he never fell out of love. That has made all the difference.

A young ceramicist's journey from apprentice potter to celebrated craftsman Florian Gadsby has devoted his life to pottery, refining his technique towards the point of perfection - and as his skill has grown, so has his social media following, which today numbers in the millions. Based at a studio in North London, he releases three new collections per year, characterized by simple forms and sharp edges, which sell out in a matter of minutes. In By My Hands, Florian tells the story of his artistic awakening, his education in England, Ireland and Japan, and of the sheer discipline which has led him to become the cultural sensation he is today. Arguing for the value in dedicating yourself to a craft, Florian weaves anecdotes about particular pots and processes into the narrative of his life, exploring what he has learnt from specific pieces he was taught to throw during his apprenticeships and how they have informed his philosophy and approach to his work. By My Hands is an ode to the beauty of small things, such as a simple hand-thrown mug or bowl, which can brighten life's daily rituals and make them more meaningful - as well as an inspiring testament to the power of perseverance.