Verlag: Bu Classics Books
Discover the bizarre and poignant life of a man born as an elderly gentleman who grows younger with each passing year. As he navigates life in reverse, his unique perspective sheds light on the absurdities of convention and the inevitability of time. It is a satirical yet deeply moving fable about identity and the human condition.
Apparently, it was something my two tenants Owen and Lauren did regularly, but I wasn’t aware of it until I came back early from work and caught the both of them in the act.They say they’re not hurting anyone and encourage me to join them in a group session. I can’t believe what I’m hearing but I’m getting more and more intrigued by the second. Listen just how naughty the three of us can get, with Lauren teaching me a thing or two.Zum Buch
ONE NIGHT LOCKED IN THE LIBRARY. WHAT COULD GO WRONG? On the night before graduation, seven students gather in the basement of their university’s rare books library. They’re not allowed in the library after closing time, but it’s the perfect place for the ritual they want to perform—one borrowed from the Greeks, said to free those who take part in it from the fear of death. And what better time to seek the wisdom of ancient gods than in the hours before they’ll scatter in different directions to start their real lives? But just a few minutes into their celebration, the lights go out—and one of them drops dead. As the body count rises, with nothing but the books to protect them, the group must figure out how to survive the night while trapped with a murderer. That Night in the Library is a chilling literary mystery that transports readers to a world where secrets live in the dark, books breathe fears to life, and the only way out is to wait until morning.Zum Buch
Professor Godfrey St. Peter, on the cusp of moving to a new home, finds himself clinging to his old study and the memories it holds. His mind is gripped by the absence of his brilliant former student, Tom Outland, and the marriages of his daughters have introduced changes that he cannot embrace. As he struggles with grief and gradually retreats from those around him, his mid-life crisis unfolds against the backdrop of a changing 1920s America. Will he embrace the future or succumb to the allure of the past? Cather’s keen exploration of human relationships and the price of progress leaves the listener pondering long after the final words have sounded.Zum Buch
In "The Smart Skunk" by Kelly Johnson, Sally the skunk stands out in the quiet North American woods for her exceptional intelligence and problem-solving abilities. Unlike her peers who rely on scent for protection, Sally prefers using her sharp mind to navigate challenges. When she hears of a hidden meadow rumored to be filled with sweet berries and beautiful flowers but guarded by natural obstacles, Sally sets out on a daring adventure. Armed with only a stick, mirror, and string, she cleverly overcomes a swift stream, thorny bushes, and vigilant hawks. Through determination and resourcefulness, Sally reaches the coveted meadow, where she not only finds satisfaction in her journey but also inspires her forest friends with her ingenuity and leadership. Sally's legacy as the smart skunk spreads throughout the forest, emphasizing the importance of intelligence, cooperation, and believing in oneself.Zum Buch
The second book in the Piddlington Gazette cosy mystery series! Perfect for fans of Ian Moore, Richard Osman and Reverend Richard Coles. It's still kicking off in Piddlington Minster...If Piddlington Gazette editor, Harry Hedges, thought the sleepy Dorset town had earned a respite from murder after not one, but two bodies turned up on its roundabout last year, he's got another think coming.First, someone has been placing sinister effigies among the streets of the local Model Village: seemingly harmless fun until one turns out to be a dead ringer for the town mayoress, a woman best known for her big development plans and even bigger list of enemies.That same evening, following a glitzy party thrown by the district's newest celebrity, the mayor is found dead. Did she really choke on a canape? Harry smells a front-page splash but can he persuade his rookie reporter and truculent chief sub to back his hunch? Not to mention the office's beloved Labrador dog - who has intriguing career plans of his own.Armed with nothing but his reporter's notebook and instinct, Harry sets out to solve the case before another resident turns up dead.After all, in a town this small, everyone's under the microscope. Literally...Zum Buch
He's got a reputation to uphold and he's not all that amused the way regular people are. Like that time he stood there straight-faced and silent while everyone else in the audience cheered and clapped for that educational demo... Can Lee and Rosalie let bygones be bygones and make a family filled with joy? Lee Cooper hasn't been interested in getting his heart stomped on again, thank you very much. He's the oldest brother, and the entire future of Sweet Water Falls Farm rests on his shoulders. Oh, and he's got his eight-year-old son to consider. So he doesn't laugh or even smile that often. Big deal. Lots of people barely smile, don't they? Maybe not Rosalie Reynolds, who is seriously the brightest ray of sunshine in Texas. At least in Lee's opinion. She develops educational video and board games, and she's the one who had him star-struck and silent after the demo. It wasn't that he didn't want to cheer and clap, it was that...he's forgotten how to act around pretty women. Rosalie has plenty keeping her out of the dating pool too, the least of which is her business, which she runs solo, and her daughter, a four-year-old with a lot more energy than her mother. As Lee and Rosalie start to see each other, she has some past obstacles to clear before the relationship can progress, and he's got some mental blocks about women he needs to erase. It's so hard for him to be positive, and he's not sure he can be different...but he wants to try. Will Rosalie stick around long enough to sweeten the surly cowboy? Or will she decide the smart thing to do is to set Lee free?Zum Buch
