Editorial: Bu Classics Books
A high-stakes lottery ticket becomes a symbol of hope and despair for a family on the brink of ruin. Set against the rugged beauty of Norway, this narrative weaves a suspenseful web of mystery and sudden fortune. Every number drawn brings them closer to salvation or catastrophic heartbreak in a masterfully paced drama.
'The modern world is not evil; in some ways the modern world is far too good. It is full of wild and wasted virtues.' Serialised in 1905, The Ball and the Cross is a fascinating and nuanced exploration of the spiritual and rationalist world views. Evan Maclan, a devout Catholic, and James Turnball, a fiery atheist, agree to duel after a heated argument over religion. But every time the two men attempt to put an end to things, the authorities interfere – duelling, after all, is forbidden. In order to evade the law, the two men travel across England only to be confronted with a series of absurd events that challenge each of their beliefs and values. The result is an entertaining and sympathetically written account of an unlikely friendship that stands the test of time. Inspired by Chesterton's many debates with his good friend, George Bernard Shaw, The Ball and the Cross is a thoughtful and engaging narrative that champions conviction in a sceptical world. This audiobook edition is engagingly read by Roger May. Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874 – 1936) was an English novelist, philosopher, journalist and critic. A Christian apologist, he is famed for creating the fictional priest-detective Father Brown. His writing was also renowned for his sense of humour: known as 'the prince of paradox', Chesterton often turned common sayings upside down. Admired by several of his literary contemporaries, Chesterton's work is still widely read today.Ver libro
A thrilling collection of wilderness adventures where courage, survival, and the call of the wild collide. Discover "The Son of the Wolf" by Jack London, the remarkable debut collection that introduced readers to the author's legendary tales of the frozen North and the powerful forces of nature. Set during the harsh and unforgiving world of the Klondike Gold Rush, these stories capture the struggles of explorers, adventurers, and dreamers searching for fortune and purpose in the vast wilderness. Through vivid descriptions and unforgettable characters, London portrays the challenges of survival, the strength of human determination, and the raw beauty of the natural world. Originally published in 1900, The Son of the Wolf showcases Jack London's talent for adventure storytelling and his deep understanding of human instincts, ambition, and resilience. Each tale brings readers into a world of icy landscapes, unexpected challenges, and remarkable encounters. Perfect for fans of classic adventure fiction, wilderness stories, survival literature, and timeless American classics, this collection offers an exciting journey into one of the most memorable eras of exploration. Experience the early masterpiece that established Jack London as a celebrated storyteller. Add "The Son of the Wolf" to your Kindle library today and explore unforgettable adventures from the wild frontier.Ver libro
Is David her guardian angel in a world gone crazy? Or is Jess the crazy one? Two weeks ago, FBI agent Jess Bryant didn’t believe in angels, vampires, werewolves, shapeshifters, or witches, but she’s quickly learning that the world has secrets even her psychic abilities didn’t see coming. When she’s assigned a peculiar murder case, Jess winds up caught in the crosshairs. Staring death in the face, she doesn’t predict being saved by a half-angel, but she quickly finds herself falling… She better hope he has wings. They’ve only just met, but David Woods knows that Jess is unlike any woman he’s ever known. Protecting mortals is his day job, but protecting Jess is looking like a round-the-clock task – not that he minds. With a killer determined to steal her soul, he’s forced to break every rule in the book and reveal the real world to Jess. Which also means telling her his true nature. He quickly realizes he’ll do anything to protect her, and in this case, keeping her safe means taking her home to Scotland. He knows Jess is special. He also knows his dark past might cost her the future. There’s war on the wind, and she’s the key to winning…or losing. Frost & Flame is a full-length (87,000 words) novel. It’s book one in the House of Frost dark paranormal romance series and ends on a cliff-hanger. If you like tough heroines and antiheros, steamy action, and edge-of-your-seat suspense, then you’ll love M.J. Mercer’s sexy tale.Ver libro
On the roof of the last house in a little village was a stork's nest. The mother stork sat in it with her four young ones, who stuck out their heads with their little black beaks. (You see, their beaks had not yet turned red as they would in time.) And a little way off, all alone on the ridge of the roof, stood Father Stork, very upright and stiff. He was really a sentry on guard but, so that he would not be entirely idle, he had drawn up one leg. My, how grand he looked, standing there on one leg! So still you might have thought he was carved from wood!Ver libro
A rich journey across the Pacific Ocean to find one's true home and identity amidst loss, grief, and mental illness. Anh Nguyen is 17 years old and a senior in high school working on a watercolor art series when she experiences her first manic episode. She is diagnosed with bipolar disorder, put on medications, and she and her Vietnamese-American family are suddenly thrown into the world of mental health treatment and recovery. Anh's mother Xuan grapples with understanding her daughter's struggles, while also trying to make sense of her own loss and grief of leaving behind her family and motherland of Vietnam to raise her children in America. The family find refuge across the Pacific Ocean on the warm shores of Honolulu, Hawaii. Anh navigates growing up in a refugee family in a new land and culture, and dealing with the struggles of her own mind. She finds solace in her love for the ocean and her art. This is the story of finding one's identity and place of belonging in a shifting landscape of tradition, heritage, and culture, and the healing power of art, water, and love.Ver libro
Ever wonder what it would be like to live on the Moon? Just ask Aphrodite Kim, a teenage genius who was born on Luna and has lived there all her life. She knows TerraNova City well; in fact, she’s a certified tour guide, making extra money guiding rich Earthworm tourists around the Lunar Free State’s capital. Now, however, she’s starting a new business, Dragon Technologies, where she claims to be able to repair, refurbish, or improve just about any electronic or mechanical gadget—a service much in demand on Luna, where people don’t want to pay the high cost of replacements imported from Earth. Aphrodite has barely gotten the doors open when her first customer arrives, bringing what looks like a simple hack job on a common electronic device, just a little tweak that will make it do what the customer wants. Little does she know that a secret lurks in the gadget’s software, a secret that will lead her down a dangerous path into the world of interplanetary espionage and intrigue.Ver libro
