Publisher: GAEditori
The story in large part reflects a profound crisis in Hesse's spiritual world during the 1920s. Steppenwolf was wildly popular and has been a perpetual success across the decades, but Hesse later asserted that the book was largely misunderstood.
Some desires cannot be argued away, postponed, or softened by reason. In Wanderlust, a family confronts the quiet terror of watching someone they love feel called toward a life that promises wonder and meaning—but may demand everything in return. This is not a story about rockets and distant worlds so much as it is about longing, fear, and the invisible line between responsibility and destiny. Alan E. Nourse delivers a deeply human science fiction tale where the real conflict unfolds around a dinner table, not among the stars. As one generation remembers the price of exploration and another feels its irresistible pull, the story builds emotional tension with restraint and honesty. The stakes are intimate, the choices irreversible, and the silence between words often speaks the loudest. Alan E. Nourse was known for blending speculative ideas with strong emotional realism. Trained as a physician, he brought a grounded understanding of human limits, fear, and sacrifice to his fiction. Wanderlust stands as one of his most personal-feeling stories, capturing the ache of ambition and the sorrow of understanding it too well.Show book
Salem, Massachusetts, B&B owner Charlene Morris will need the luck of the Irish—and the help of a ghost—to unveil a hooded killer . . . Charlene has hired a van to ferry her B&B guests to an all-you-can-eat corned beef and cabbage dinner hosted by Salem's Irish community at the Ancient Order of Hibernians club—but she should have booked a hearse. It's never a good sign when the family black sheep drunkenly crashes a party by punching the guy dressed as a leprechaun. But things go from troublesome to fatal when Charlene stumbles upon a second brawl in an upper room—and this fight Connor Gallagher loses, his anonymous assailant rushing past Charlene, hidden by a hoodie. Now Detective Sam Holden has another homicide on his hands, with Charlene as the only eyewitness. Even if she can't give the police sketch artist much to go on, Charlene is determined to ID the murderer, with the help of Dr. Jack Strathmore, the charming ghost who haunts her B&B. The answer lies in the motive, and to uncover that sleuth and spook will need to shine a light on Connor's shady past—before the killer pulls another Irish goodbye . . .Show book
This recording has been digitally produced by Mia Gold, using a synthesized version of an audiobook narrator’s voice under license. When DSS Agent Sydney Best is called to the French Embassy where a diplomat lies dead, he is frozen with shock. In a world where every suspect has an alibi as strong as their country's secrets, Sydney must outmaneuver a killer who always seems to be one step ahead. Murder and politics can only mean trouble... FATAL REQUEST (A Sydney Best Suspense Thriller—Book 4) is the fourth novel in a new series by mystery and suspense author Mia Gold. The series begins with FATAL CHOICE (Book 1). Immerse yourself in the gripping Sydney Best mystery series, an exhilarating cat-and-mouse saga that weaves through nail-biting moments of tension. These novels refresh the thriller genre, unveiling a captivating new hero whose intelligence and charm are irresistible. With each thrilling plot twist, you'll find yourself captivated, eagerly reading on well past bedtime. Fans of Mary Burton, Robert Dugoni, and Lee Child are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are also available!Show book
Discover the pirate prince, Black Sam Bellamy, in this tale of adventure, love, and treasure! The Prince of Pirates: A Tale of Love, Loss, and Lots O’Loot is a captivating historical fiction novel that weaves a thrilling narrative around the legendary pirate Black Sam Bellamy, his unconventional young lover Maria Hallett, and the infamous ship, The Whydah Gally. Set against the backdrop of the 18th-century Atlantic, the story unfolds as a grandfather recounts the mesmerizing tale to his grandchildren in present-day Massachusetts. The grandchildren learn how their present-day lives mirror the emotions and choices of the days of the Golden Age of Piracy. Black Sam Bellamy, celebrated as the wealthiest and most famous pirate of his time, emerges as a charismatic and complex figure. Operating for a brief year before meeting a violent end in a tumultuous storm, his legend and legacy live on through this tale of high-seas adventure, romance, and the pursuit of treasure. As Black Sam's daring exploits unfold, readers are transported to a world where love knows no bounds, enemies are made, and alliances are tested. The narrative delves into the intricacies of pirate life, offering a rich tapestry of historical events skillfully interwoven with fictional elements. Maria Hallett, the love of Bellamy's life, adds depth to the story as she navigates the challenges of love and loyalty in the stifling Puritan society. The Prince of Pirates captures the essence of a bygone era and humanizes historical figures, presenting them as more than mere legends. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, the novel offers a fresh perspective on the lives of these extraordinary individuals, inviting readers to experience the highs and lows of a pirate's life.Show book
The Adventure of the Blanched Soldier by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is a gripping Sherlock Holmes mystery first published in 1926. Told uniquely from Holmes’s own perspective, this case explores themes of loyalty, secrecy, and the lingering effects of war. When a worried friend seeks Holmes’s help in finding a mysteriously vanished man who returned from the Boer War “blanched” and reclusive, the detective uncovers a tale of hidden suffering, family tension, and a shocking revelation. With Doyle’s trademark wit and deductive brilliance, this lesser-known gem showcases a more introspective Holmes and delivers a powerful exploration of human courage and empathy beneath the veneer of mystery.Show book
Blue Beep has loved Tom Piper for what feels like forever, but marriage must wait until they have money saved for a home of their own. Blue and his mother, like most in the village of Rhyme, live in a house owned by Grundy a man who is as crooked in body as he is. Long blond hair by nature. When Tom is framed for a crime he didn't commit, he's sent from the village to a nearby island. If he survives and returns, he will be deemed innocent. When Blue and his friends go to rescue Tom, they find more than expected uncovering a plot to take over the kingdom of Rhyme. Blue and Tom must survive more than one battle to have the happy ever after they both desire.Show book
