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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.
Book 2: The MavericksHelping Kerrick was one thing, getting tagged for a mission of his own quite another … His heart ached to hear a young girl had been kidnapped while at a hotel in Thailand, waiting for her father to arrive. But nothing is ever as it seems, and this case isn’t even close to simple. Lorelai spent the last seven years enjoying her young charge, Amelia Rose. Tutoring the daughter of a wealthy business owner added perks to the job, like holidays around the world. In all these years Lorelai had never once seen the downside to having big money–until the holiday in Thailand where Amelia Rose is targeted, and they were both kidnapped. Griffin managed to rescue the kidnapped victims, but tracing the kidnappers was a whole different story and brought the group a little too close to home …Ver libro
Skylark, The Dragon Lady is an adventurous fantasy that pulls readers into Belladonna Skylark’s world of piracy, prophecies, dark forces, and personal challenges—propelling the protagonist into tests of her character and resolve.Ver libro
Belfast. The city is on fire. Truth is a death sentence. When ambitious London lawyer Lena Dawson arrives in Northern Ireland in 1987, she believes in the law, its structure, its power, its promise of fairness. But Belfast is a battlefield. The rules here are written in blood. Thrown into the heart of the conflict, Lena defends a high-profile loyalist paramilitary case, instantly drawing the attention, and hostility, of a ruthless and well-connected QC. Then comes an unthinkable request: an IRA figure known as "the godfather" asks her to investigate the police killing of his brother. Accepting could destroy her career. Refusing could cost her far more. As Lena digs deeper, she uncovers a chilling conspiracy stretching from the streets of Belfast to the corridors of power in Westminster. With every revelation, the stakes rise. Bombs detonate. Loyalties fracture. And the line between right and wrong begins to vanish. In a city divided by fear and violence, it's not just the truth that's dangerous, it's who you become when you pursue it. Written by acclaimed investigative journalist Anne Cadwallader, drawing on four decades of frontline reporting during the Troubles, Crossing Over is a gripping, authentic legal thriller infused with political intrigue, moral conflict, and a haunting undercurrent of forbidden love. For readers of Milkman and Trespasses, this is a story that doesn't just explore history, it drags you deep into it.Ver libro
A hate to love, second chance romance. Just how wrong is it to want my best friend's little sister? And, how do you fix a broken heart? This inquiring mind wants to know. It probably doesn't matter though because Nora hates me. If you ever wondered, it is possible to live and work with someone in a small town and not speak to said person for months. That's how long Nora ignores me after I tell her commitment isn't for me. I didn't know I was already in love with her. I didn't know I was breaking my own heart by telling myself it was too complicated to fall for my best friend's sister. All I want now is to find the way back to us. Contains mature themes.Ver libro
Step into a chillingly plausible future in Cost of Living by Robert Sheckley, a sharp and thought-provoking science fiction short story from the 1950s. Set in a world where every comfort and convenience comes at a staggering cost, the story follows Carrin, an ordinary man crushed beneath the weight of debt in a society obsessed with technological luxury. As he reflects on the tragic suicide of a neighbor and prepares for a visit from a relentless finance agent, Carrin confronts the unsettling truth about consumerism, inherited debt, and the price of happiness. With biting wit and eerie foresight, Sheckley examines how materialism and societal pressure can strip away freedom and identity—one payment at a time. A timeless tale for fans of dystopian fiction and social satire.Ver libro
"True courage is not the absence of fear, but the determination to act despite it." In the winter of 1854 Tolstoy, then an officer in the Russian army, arranged to be transferred to the besieged town of Sevastopol in Crimea. The three Sevastopol Sketches draw upon his real life experiences during the siege to create a profound commentary on the realities of war, illustrating both the physical challenges and the emotional struggles faced by those engaged in conflict, soldiers and civilians alike. Through a combination of vivid imagery, personal experiences, and philosophical reflection, Tolstoy challenged his audience to confront the harsh realities of conflict and the moral implications that arise from it. These works played a crucial role in shaping Tolstoy's career, solidifying his reputation as a significant writer and a serious commentator on social issues. Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910) was a Russian novelist, philosopher, and social reformer, widely regarded as one of the greatest writers of all time. He is best known for his epic novels War and Peace and Anna Karenina, both celebrated for their intricate character development and profound exploration of moral dilemmas and human nature. In his later years, Tolstoy experienced a spiritual awakening which led him to reject materialism and embrace a life of simplicity, seeking to align his life with his beliefs about non-violence and compassion. Tolstoy's legacy endures not only through his literary masterpieces but also through his profound impact on literature and philosophy.Ver libro
