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The Last Debutantes: A Novel
Par Georgie Blalock. 2021
A troubled debutante contemplates her future in the glittering world of English society and one of the last debutante seasons…
on the eve of World War II.Perfect for fans of The Kennedy Debutante and Next Year in Havana.“A perfect Downton Abbey-esque story to get swept away in.” —Stephanie Marie Thornton, USA Today–bestselling author of And They Called It CamelotWhen Valerie de Vere Cole, the niece of Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain, makes her deep curtsey to the King and Queen of England, she knows she’s part of a world about to end. The daughter of a debt-ridden father and a neglectful mother, Valerie sees firsthand that war is imminent.Nevertheless, Valerie reinvents herself as a carefree and glittering young society woman, befriending other debutantes from England’s aristocracy as well as the vivacious Eunice Kennedy, daughter of the U.S. Ambassador. Despite her social success, the world’s troubles and Valerie’s fear of loss and loneliness prove impossible to ignore.How will she navigate her new life when everything in her past has taught her that happiness and stability are as fragile as peace in our time? For the moment she will forget her cares in too much champagne and waltzes. Because very soon, Valerie knows that she must find the inner strength to stand strong and carry on through the challenges of life and love and war.“An exciting and compelling view inside the glamorous lives of debutantes coming out in the 1930s before WWII . . . Georgie Blalock brings to life not only the glitz of the aristocracy but the sometimes ugly gossip behind the scenes in this fascinating tale of family, friendship, betrayal, and survival.” —Eliza Knight, USA Today–bestselling author of The Mayfair Bookshop“A fascinating portrayal of London high society overshadowed by the threat of World War II. . . . Atmospheric, moving and compelling, The Last Debutantes is a must read!” —Christine Wells, author of Sisters of the Resistance
Stone and Sky: Pre-order the Brand New Novel in the #1 Bestselling Rivers of London series
Par Ben Aaronovitch. 2025
THE BRAND NEW NOVEL IN THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING RIVERS OF LONDON SERIES'This isn't London. The rules are different up…
here, and so are the allegiances.'Detective Sergeant Peter Grant takes a much-needed holiday up in Scotland. And he'll need one when this is over...If more's the merrier, then it's ecstatic as his partner Beverley, their young twins, his mum, dad, his dad's band and their dodgy manager all tag along. Even his boss, DCI Thomas Nightingale, takes in the coastal airs as he trains Peter's cousin Abigail in the arcane arts.And they'll need them too, because Scotland's Granite City has more than its fair share of history and mystery, myth ... and murder. When a body is found in a bus stop, fresh from the sea, the case smells fishy from the off. Something may be stirring beyond the bay - but there's something far stranger in the sky...* * * * *PRAISE FOR BEN AARONOVITCH & THE RIVERS OF LONDON SERIES:'Highly entertaining'SUNDAY EXPRESS'Charming, witty, exciting'THE INDEPENDENT'Ben Aaronovitch has created a wonderful world full of mystery, magic and fantastic characters. I love being there more than the real London'NICK FROST'As brilliant and funny as ever ... Masterfully crafted - gives the late, great Terry Pratchett a run for his money'THE SUN'An incredibly fast-moving magical joyride for grown-ups'THE TIMES'Funny and wildly inventive'MAIL ON SUNDAY
'Twisty, riveting storytelling with a plot that surprises until the very end. Happily Ever After is a beautifully written thriller'…
Clare Leslie Hall, author of Broken CountryNobody told her that marriage would be murder . . .Ned Wheeler was devoted to his family. He was also convicted and jailed for murder. After spending three decades in prison, Ned's up for parole. But this is not his story. It's about Joan, the wife who was fooled by his good looks and charm; Cass, the daughter who wants nothing more to do with him; and Florence, the woman who wants the world to know she's saved him.Moving seamlessly between contemporary London, the hedonistic hippy summer of 1970 and the small world of 1980s Isle of Wight, Mary Horlock has delivered an utterly gripping and moving thriller about love, loss and the lies we tell ourselves in order to survive.'I read it in hungry gulps, unable to tear myself away . . . Twisty, clever and nuanced, highly recommended!' Zoë Somerville, author of The Marsh House'Such an addictive read! Horlock's writing is richly textured and cinematic' Jessie Elland, author of The Ladie Upstairs
The Magus of Sicily: A gripping thriller set on Italy's most beautiful island
Par Philip Gwynne Jones. 2025
An island of myth, legend . . . and murder?As the summer sun beats down on the ancient town of…
Acitrezza, a folk festival plays out in the picturesque harbour. Music, laughter and the aroma of local delicacies fill the air, and a traditional pantomime draws a crowd.For rookie journalist Nedda Leonardi, it's just another day's reporting in a calendar of unremarkable events. Until that is, the performers dive in the sparkling Ionian Sea for their finale... and emerge with a corpse. Could this be Nedda's big break?After one trick too many, Calogero Maugeri, self-styled Magus and con artist, is a wanted man. But his attempts to clean up his act and keep a low profile are thwarted when it's revealed he has a suspicious connection to the dead man pulled from the sea.A young reporter keen for a scoop and a reformed swindler desperate to clear his name... can this improbable pair solve the most unusual of murders?Discover the first mystery in your new favourite crime series set on Italy's most beautiful island: Sicily. A gripping and atmospheric page-turner, perfect for fans of Andrea Camilleri's Inspector Montalbano series.------------Praise for Philip Gwynne Jones:'I devoured all Philip's novels' Val McDermid'Clever and great fun' The Times'An irresistible concoction of crime and culture' Daily Mail'As delightful as a Spritz by the Rialto - a must for all Italy lovers' David Hewson'Superb - always gripping, beautifully constructed and vivid' Stephen Glover'Sinister and shimmering' L.S. Hilton, bestselling author of Maestra'Vividly described' Literary Review'The lively, colourful narrative scuds along as briskly as a water taxi...you'll enjoy the ride' Italia Magazine
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Harry Potter)
Par J. K. Rowling. 2005
There it was, hanging in the sky above the school: the blazing green skull with a serpent tongue, the mark…
Death Eaters left behind whenever they had entered a building... wherever they had murdered...When Dumbledore arrives at Privet Drive one summer night to collect Harry Potter, his wand hand is blackened and shrivelled, but he does not reveal why. Secrets and suspicion are spreading through the wizarding world, and Hogwarts itself is not safe. Harry is convinced that Malfoy bears the Dark Mark: there is a Death Eater amongst them. Harry will need powerful magic and true friends as he explores Voldemort's darkest secrets, and Dumbledore prepares him to face his destiny...Having become classics of our time, the Harry Potter eBooks never fail to bring comfort and escapism. With their message of hope, belonging and the enduring power of truth and love, the story of the Boy Who Lived continues to delight generations of new readers.
Austral: A Novel
Par Carlos Fonseca. 2022
From Carlos Fonseca comes a dazzling novel about legacy, memory, and the desire to know and be known.Julio is a…
disillusioned professor of literature, a perpetual wanderer who has spent years away from his home, teaching in the United States. He receives a posthumous summons from an old friend, the writer Aliza Abravanel, to uncover the mysteries within her final novel. Aliza had raced to finish her work as her mind deteriorated. In her manuscript is a series of interconnected accouncs of loss, tales that set Julio hurtling on a journey to uncover their true meaning. Austral tracks Julio's trip from Aliza's home in an Argentine artists' colony to a forgotten city in Guatemala, to the Peruvian Amazon, and through Nueva Germania, the antisemitic commune in Paraguay founded by Elisabeth Forster-Nietzsche. A story of mourning and return-to one's native country, to one's darkest memories, to oneself Carlos Fonseca's Austral interrogates the obsessions and upheavals faced by survivors of a rapidly globalizing world. A treasure map of intertwined experiences, each cleaving its own path through time, the novel is a fascinating investigation into the disappearance of culture and memory and a charting of the furthest limits of what language can do. With this remarkable exploration of the traces we leave behind, chose we erase, and how we seek to rebuild, Carlos Fonseca confirms his status as one of the most powerful voices in contemporary Latin American literature.
A Wild River Match (A Wild River Novel)
Par Jennifer Snow. 2021
This Valentine’s Day, her perfect match might be the one man who’s off-limits…Maddie Frazier may be single for Valentine’s Day,…
but she has no intention of staying that way. She’s hoping the man of her dreams awaits at Wild River’s Blind Date Ice Fishing weekend. But her chances of romance are upended when her preassigned match cancels at the last minute and she’s paired with their wilderness guide instead. Which wouldn’t be so bad if he wasn’t also Mike Toledo, her sister’s ruggedly sexy ex.Love is most definitely in the air as the other couples cozy up in their secluded fishing huts, but for Maddie and Mike, complicated doesn’t begin to describe it—especially when the close proximity highlights only how kinda-sorta-perfect they are for each other. Surely Maddie’s not falling for her sister’s ex…right? But with more than just fishing breaking the ice between them, undeniable sparks start flying fast and furious. How can Maddie remain loyal to her sister without giving up her shot at the once-in-a-lifetime match she’s been seeking?
Unchristian: What a New Generation Really Thinks about Christianity... and Why it Matters
Par Gabe Lyons, David Kinnaman. 2007
Christianity has an image problem. Christians are supposed to represent Christ to the world. But according to the latest report…
card, something has gone terribly wrong. Using descriptions like -hypocritical, - -insensitive, - and -judgmental, - young Americans share an impression of Christians that's nothing short of . . . unChristian. Groundbreaking research into the perceptions of people aged 16-29 reveals that Christians have taken several giant steps backward in one of their most important assignments. The surprising details of the study, commissioned by the Fermi Project and conducted by The Barna Group, are presented with uncompromising honesty in unChristian. Find out why these negative perceptions exist, learn how to reverse them in a Christlike manner, and discover practical examples of how Christians can positively contribute to culture.
French Windows
Par Antoine Laurain. 2024
With trademark style and charming whimsy, this intriguing murder mystery of neighbourly curiosity from a "master storyteller" is sure to…
delight fans old and new (Huffington Post)&“Admirably concise; intriguing, comic and poignant by turns, this is a sheer delight&” — The GuardianFive floors, one murder, let the therapy begin. . .Nathalia Guitry was a successful photographer—until the day she caught a murder on camera. Traumatised and unable to work, she begins attending therapy, where Doctor Faber suggests a way out of her creative block: she must write stories about the people she sees in the building opposite, floor by floor.Starting on the ground floor, with the actor-turned-YouTube life coach, and going all the way to the 5th floor via a cartoonist and an ex-trader, Nathalia creates vivid accounts of her Parisian neighbours' lives. But are her tales real or imaginary?Dr Faber becomes increasingly uncertain as their sessions play out, but he has his own has his own quirks and foibles to deal with, from his habit of collecting keys—and interest in finding out what they unlock—to his passion for smoking.As Nathalia&’s stories climb the floors of the apartment building, doctor and patient engage in an intellectual game of cat and mouse, teasing each other—and the reader—with hints and misdirection. Will you be able to tell truth from fiction?French Windows oozes Parisian perfection from a master storyteller, with a good dose of mystery, intrigue, and suspense.
Run to Ground (Rocky Mountain K9 Unit #1)
Par Katie Ruggle. 2016
I lost my mentor, my K9 partner, and damn near my will to live. But when a ruthless killer targets…
a woman on the run, I'll do whatever it takes to save her.Still grieving over too many losses in my life, I've got no room for more distractions. But though my instincts scream to keep my distance from Jules Jackson, I can't seem to stay away. It doesn't help that my new K9 companion has fallen head over paws for Jules's rambunctious family.Or that when I'm with her, I finally feel peace.In the heart of the beautifully rugged Colorado Rockies, Jules offers me a safe place to land, and to heal. With her warmth and compassion, it's no mystery why my K9 can't live without her either. But neither of us were prepared for the dangerous threat lurking so close to home…And this time, there's no escape.What People Are Saying about Katie Ruggle's Rocky Mountain K-9 Unit Series: "Gripping suspense, unique heroines, sexy heroes."—CHRISTINE FEEHAN, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author "I love Ruggle's characters. They're sharply drawn, and vividly alive. I'm happy when they find each other. These are wonderful escapist books."—CHARLAINE HARRIS, #1 New York Times Bestselling author of the Sookie Stackhouse series "Sexy and suspenseful, I couldn't turn the pages fast enough."—JULIE ANN WALKER, New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author, for Hold Your Breath "Chills and thrills and a sexy slow-burning romance from a terrific new voice."—D.D. AYRES, author of the K-9 Rescue Series, for Hold Your Breath
A Private Cathedral: A Dave Robicheaux Novel (Dave Robicheaux)
Par James Lee Burke. 2020
After finding himself caught up in one of Louisiana&’s oldest and bloodiest family rivalries, Detective Dave Robicheaux must battle the…
most terrifying adversary he has ever encountered: a time-traveling superhuman assassin.The Shondell and Balangie families are longtime enemies in the New Iberia criminal underworld and show each other no mercy. Yet their youngest heirs, Johnny Shondell and Isolde Balangie, rock and roll-musician teenagers with magical voices, have fallen in love and run away after Isolde was given as a sex slave to Johnny&’s uncle. As he seeks to uncover why, Detective Dave Robicheaux gets too close to both Isolde&’s mother and the mistress of her father, a venomous New Orleans mafioso whose jealousy has no bounds. In retribution, he hires a mysterious assassin to go after Robicheaux and his longtime partner, Clete Purcel. This hitman is unlike any the &“Bobbsey Twins from Homicide&” have ever faced. He has the ability to induce horrifying hallucinations and travels on a menacing ghost ship that materializes without warning. In order to defeat him and rescue Johnny and Isolde, Robicheaux will have to overcome the demons that have tormented him throughout his adult life—alcoholism, specters from combat in Vietnam, and painful memories of women to whom he opened his heart only to see killed. A Private Cathedral, James Lee Burke&’s fortieth book, is his most powerful tale, one that will captivate readers—mixing crime, romance, mythology, horror, and science fiction to produce a thrilling story about the all-consuming, all-conquering power of love.
The brand-new gripping thriller from the million copy bestseller M.J. ArlidgeNowhere to hide. No one to turn to. Nothing to…
lose.Helen Grace is sure she made the right decision quitting her job as a detective. Until the day she looks out of her window to see a desperate young woman being pursued by two vicious thugs.Still a force to be reckoned with, Helen races into the night, swiftly downing the young woman's attackers. For a moment, it feels like Helen doesn't need her badge to do good, but as she leads her charge to safety, she's struck from behind, regaining consciousness just in time to see the terrified woman being driven off in a white van. Helen's determined to find the woman and save her, but begging her former colleagues for help gets her nowhere. It's clear that this time Helen is on her own.Racing against the clock, Helen soon discovers a whole group of vulnerable women who desperately need her help. But fighting crime as a maverick is a dangerous game. One that could cost Helen her life, and the life of those she holds most dear...PRAISE FOR THE MILLION-COPY BESTSELLER M.J. ARLIDGE:'Chilling'THE TIMES'Addictive'EXPRESS'Truly excellent'THE SUN'Nobody does chilling suspense quite like M.J. Arlidge'B.P. WALTER
One Breath Away (Mira Ser.)
Par Heather Gudenkauf. 2012
In this gripping and emotionally-charged thriller, New York Times bestselling author Heather Gudenkauf shows how all it takes is a…
single moment to change everything. In the midst of a sudden spring snowstorm, a man armed with a gun walks into a school. Officer Meg Barrett holds the responsibility of the children of Broken Branch in her hands. Will Thwaite stands by helplessly and wonders if he has failed his child again. Trapped in her classroom, Evelyn Oliver watches for an opportunity to rescue the children in her care. And thirteen-year-old Augie Baker will risk her own safety to protect her little brother.As tension mounts with each passing minute, and as the people of Broken Branch race to uncover the identity of the stranger, small acts of fear and courage reveal hidden truths that will alter the town forever.Previously published.Don’t miss these other gripping thrillers from New York Times bestselling author Heather Gudenkauf:The Weight of SilenceThese Things Hidden Little MerciesMissing PiecesNot a SoundBefore She Was Found
Terrible Magnificent Sociology (Second Edition)
Par Lisa Wade. 2025
Reinventing the introductory sociology textbook With Terrible Magnificent Sociology, Lisa Wade set out to reinvent the introductory sociology textbook by…
writing a compulsively readable book that uses memorable stories to sell students on the discipline. Her fresh, streamlined approach has been enthusiastically received by instructors and students alike for its emphasis on lively stories, focus on intersectionality, and integrated coverage of sociological theory and methods. Throughout the book, Wade introduces readers to a more inclusive canon that emphasizes the contributions of women, immigrants, and sociologists of color. A new Norton Illumine Ebook helps students understand the sociology behind the stories with author videos, How Do We Know?” interactives on sociological research methods, and Check Your Understanding questions with answer-specific feedback. This purchase offers access to the digital ebook only.
Renegade Father
Par Raeanne Thayne. 2001
"...reading these stories of small-town life engages the reader's heart and emotions, inspiring hope and the belief miracles are possible."…
- #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Debbie Macomber Joe Redhawk had a chance to start over, away from his reputation as an ex-con, away from the only woman he'd ever loved: his brother s ex-wife--and his own boss. He'd been watching from the sidelines for too long, wishing she were his for too long... The hard-hewn Native American was much more than just the best foreman Annie's ranch had ever had. He was the love of her life...and the father of her little girl. But if she told him now, after all these years, could they be a family--or would they lose him forever? Originally published in 2001.
Streams - English Work Book Second Year Pre-University - Karnataka Board
Par Department of Pre-University Education. 2015
The II PUC English Workbook published by the Department of Pre-University Education, Bengaluru, is an educational resource designed to strengthen…
the language proficiency of second-year pre-university students. Revised in 2018, the workbook emphasizes an integrated approach to building the four essential language skills: Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing. It is divided into five main units covering grammar and language use, reading comprehension, writing skills, listening-speaking activities, and an appendix with additional resources like irregular verbs. The book includes detailed exercises on grammar (such as tenses, voice, and reported speech), vocabulary (idioms, phrasal verbs), comprehension passages, and creative writing prompts. It also features poetry-based comprehension and promotes contextual learning through interactive tasks. With practical applications and a focus on functional language, this workbook prepares students for academic success and effective communication in everyday life.
Untangling Data-Based Decision Making: A Problem-Solving Model to Enhance MTSS
Par Adam Collins, Jason E. Harlacher, Jon Potter. 2024
This book offers knowledge, strategies, and tools that will help you use data effectively. Applicable to any content area, the…
four simple steps in this book’s problem-solving model include specific questions that will guide your use of data to identify and solve problems that stand in the way of student achievement. Learn how to change instruction, curriculum, and environment to better support students.
The American Game: History and Hope in the Country of Lacrosse
Par S. L. Price. 2025
Nearly a millennium ago, Native Americans created lacrosse as a means of training warriors and settling disputes. Co-opted by whites…
in the late 1800s, played for a century largely at elite east coast colleges, over the past thirty years lacrosse has exploded around the world, becoming the fastest growing sport in the U.S. while exposing the fault lines of prejudice and privilege that continue to dog its image. At the same time, the spiritual nature and dazzling style of the Native game has been elevated to center stage as the brilliant Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) play as a nation unto themselves, maintaining their deep traditions and hoping for inclusion in the 2028 Olympics.
It Waits in the Forest (Rick Riordan Presents)
Par Sarah Dass. 2024
Drawing from the darkest corners of Caribbean mythology, acclaimed author Sarah Dass crafts a chilling tale of magic, murder, and…
how far we'll go to protect what's ours—perfect for fans of Angeline Boulley and Tiffany D. Jackson.Unlike the other residents of the small Caribbean Island of St. Virgil, Selina DaSilva does not believe in magic. With a logical mind and a knack for botany, Selina used to dream of leaving the island to study Pharmacology—until a vicious, unsolved attack left her father dead and her mother in a coma. Now her guilt over her mother's condition keeps her tethered to the island, relegated to conning gullible tourists with useless talismans and phony protection rituals. But when one of those tourists ends up at the center of a string of strange murders, the truth that Selina has been denying can no longer be avoided: there is evil lurking in the forests that surround St. Virgil. Another thing that can't be avoided? Selina's ex-boyfriend Gabriel, newly employed at the local newspaper and eager to put his investigative skills to use. Desperate to put an end to the killings and claim justice for Selina's family, these two former lovers race to find answers. But evil bides its time. And as long-buried feelings and long-hidden secrets about Selina's family's past begin to reveal themselves, only one answer remains—and it waits in the forest.
Discover the value of small-group reading instruction that accommodates students’ individual literacy needs. Author Julie A. Taylor provides lesson plan…
templates to incorporate small groups into any learning structure. Teachers will design laser-targeted skills and strategy lessons to create more productive, positive, and equitable classrooms by ensuring all students are encouraged and able to achieve the integral milestones of reading development.