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This is a story of the survival of human values and love in the most dreaded terrains along the river Chambal of India. How can love change a dacoit too? Read...
Dr Watson recounts one of the most sensational and grim mysteries faced by Sherlock Holmes, when a spinster receives an unexpected parcel containing two severed human ears. First published in 1893 and collected as part of "The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes". Narrated by Robin Reads.Voir livre
Ex-pat Sadie Greene expects some bumps in the road while navigating her new life as a bicycling tour company owner in the South of France. But murder is one obstacle she can’t avoid … Nine months ago, Sadie Greene shocked friends and family by ditching her sensible office job in the Chicago suburbs and buying a sight-unseen French bicycling tour company, Oui Cycle. Now she’s living the unconventional life of her dreams in the gorgeous village of Sans-Souci-sur-Mer. Sans souci means carefree, but Sadie feels enough pressure to burst a tire when hometown friends arrive for a tour, including her former boss, Dom Appleton. Sadie is determined to show them the wonders of France and cycling—and to prove she made the right move. She hopes her meticulously planned nine-day itinerary will win them over, with its stunning seascapes, delicious wine tastings, hilltop villages, and, of course, frequent stops for croissants. When Dom drags his heels on fun, Sadie vows he’ll enjoy if it kills her. That is, until Dom ends up dead. The tragedy was no accident. Someone went out of their way to bring a permanent end to Dom’s vacation. As more crimes—and murder—roll in, suspicions hover over Oui Cycle. To save her dream business, help her friends, and bring justice, Sadie launches her own investigation. However, mysteries mount with every turn. On an uphill battle for clues, can Sadie come to terms with her painful past while spinning closer to the truth—or will a twisted killer put the brakes on her for good?Voir livre
"Women of Fire and Snow" is a riveting collection of contemporary stories of women straddling the Mexican-American border while finding their place and voice. Cultural identity, gender violence, forced migration, sacrifice, love, and resiliency frame suspenseful tales where realism is tempered by the supernatural and mystical. An undocumented teenager is ripped from her home to fight a monster in a haunted town. A college student confronts evil when ICE detains her father. While rescuing her nephew at the border, a young woman wrestles with her privilege and the power of Santa Muerte. A curandera battles a demon while her granddaughter confronts her violent husband. A young Chicana from Seattle travels to Mexico, plunging into a secret society to combat rampant femicide. From the deserts and volcanoes of Mexico to the forests of the Pacific Northwest, these fast-paced stories blend social commentary with classic and psychological horror.Voir livre
Sir Henry Maximilian "Max" Beerbohm was born on 24th August 1872 in Kensington, London. Beerbohm was educated at Charterhouse School and Merton College, Oxford and by now was already writing and drawing to a professional standard. By 1894, having developed his personality as a dandy and humorist, and a rising star in English letters, he left Oxford without a degree but began to publish, initially in the Yellow Book. Having been interviewed by George Bernard Shaw in 1898 he him as drama critic for the Saturday Review, on whose staff he remained until 1910. In 1904 Beerbohm met the American actress Florence Kahn. In 1910 after marrying they moved to Rapallo in Italy, partly as an escape from social demands and the expense of London. Here they remained for the rest of their lives except for the duration of World War I and World War II, when they returned to Britain, and occasional trips to England to take part in exhibitions of his drawings. From 1935 onwards, he was an occasional but popular radio broadcaster for the BBC. His wit expressed in his caricatures and his letters with a carefully blended humour—a gentle admonishing of the excesses of the day—whilst remaining firmly tongue in cheek. Beerbohm's best-known works include A Christmas Garland (1912), a parody of literary styles, Seven Men (1919), which includes "Enoch Soames", the tale of a poet who makes a deal with the Devil to find out how posterity will remember him, and Zuleika Dobson (1911), a satire of undergraduate life at Oxford. This was his only novel, but was nonetheless very successful. Beerbohm's career as a professional caricaturist began when he was twenty: in 1892 The Strand Magazine published thirty-six of his drawings of 'Club Types'. Their publication dealt, Beerbohm said, "a great, an almost mortal blow to my modesty". He remembered: "The most perfect caricature is that which, on a small surface, with the simplest means, most accurately exaggerates, to the highest point, the peculiarities of a human being, at his most characteristic moment, in the most beautiful manner." His Rapallo caricatures were mostly of late Victorian and Edwardian political, literary and theatrical personalities. The court of Edward VII had a special place as a subject for affectionate ridicule. Many of Beerbohm's later caricatures were of himself. Beerbohm was knighted by George VI in 1939; it was thought that this mark of esteem had been delayed by his mockery in 1911 of the king's parents, about whom he had written a satiric verse, "Ballade Tragique a Double Refrain". Max Beerbohn died on 20th May 1956 at the Villa Chiara, a private hospital in Rapallo, Italy. He was 83. He was cremated in Genoa and his ashes interred at St. Paul's Cathedral on 29th June 1956.Voir livre
The first in an addictive Regency romance series filled with scandal, temptation and a love too powerful to be denied 💜🪻💫 Perfect for fans of Beverley Watts, Eloisa James and Bridgerton 'The perfect read for fans of Bridgerton.' Fenella Miller ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Is he playing a game with her heart? Lord Andrew Framlington is known as a rogue of the highest order, a fortune hunter, a man without honour. He plans to marry a wealthy bride to secure his future… but beneath it all, could he be longing for something more, something real? Miss Mary Marlow, the enchanting sister of a duke, is everything he should not want – innocent, fiercely protected by her powerful family and entirely out of reach. Yet from the moment he sets eyes on her, Drew knows she is the one. Not just for her fortune, but for the way she makes him feel. Mary knows Drew’s reputation and the danger he poses, knows surrendering to him would be reckless, yet his charm and stolen kisses leave her breathless. Torn between duty and desire, she finds herself teetering on the edge of ruin. Can Mary trust a rogue with her heart? The first in the addictive Regency romance series, perfect for readers who love STEAMY, SPICY historical and regency romance. 'If you like a tortured hero (I do) then this one is definitely for you.' 5-star reader review 'This is a MUST READ!! This Rogue is an original!!' 5-star reader review 'Heartwrenching... you can't help but love both these characters' 5-star reader review 'A real page turner!' 5-star reader review Praise for Jane Lark's historical romances: 'Beautifully descriptive, emotional and can I say, just plain delicious reading?' My Devastating Reads 'What a brilliant read!! Jane Lark has an incredible talent to draw the reader in from the first page... It's a display of raw emotion, drama and intimacy.' Cosmo ChicklitanVoir livre
This is a concise summary and analysis of Boyfriend Material, by Alexis Hall. It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Alexis Hall. Ideal for those seeking a quick and insightful overview. Enter a vibrant London scene where bad press and even worse luck have forced a reluctant Luc into a bold PR scheme: a fake relationship with the most unlikely partner imaginable. Amid comedic misunderstandings and a swirl of media scrutiny, Boyfriend Material reveals that genuine connection can flourish in the most contrived circumstances. As Luc’s chaotic lifestyle collides with his “respectable” counterpart’s strict routine, their forced partnership evolves into a synergy that transcends the initial ruse. Perfect for listeners seeking both humor and a deeper reflection on personal growth, this audiobook weaves witty banter with heartfelt revelations. Boyfriend Material demonstrates how empathy, honesty, and a willingness to confront fears can transform comedic friction into a powerful alliance—one capable of weathering gossip, public scrutiny, and the complexities of love.Voir livre
