Maison d'édition: Europa Edizioni
This story is based on the true life events of my daughter Hydee's Elf Candycane! Candycane is a VERY 'cheeky' elf that gets up to some extraordinary events. It will leave children laughing with excitement and parents speechless. Written by educator and mother of 3 with a passion for Christmas.
"Happy families are all alike; every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way." With one of the most famous opening lines in literary history, Leo Tolstoy plunges listeners directly into the domestic crisis of the Oblonsky household. In Anna Karenina Part 1, we are introduced to a glittering, unforgiving 19th-century Russian society where reputation is everything, and passion is a very dangerous game. While the charming but adulterous Stepan Oblonsky attempts to salvage his fractured marriage to the devastated Dolly, a different kind of turmoil brews in the hearts of Moscow's youth. The earnest and awkward landowner Konstantin Levin arrives from the country with a singular, desperate goal: to win the hand of the beautiful young Princess Kitty Shtcherbatskaya. But Kitty's eyes are already captivated by the dazzling military officer, Count Vronsky—a man whose arrival will soon shatter countless lives. Why listen to this masterpiece of Classic Literature?Timeless Themes: Explore the agonizing conflicts between societal duty and authentic desire, agrarian purity and urban corruption.Immersive Narration: Evelia Farias delivers a masterclass in vocal performance, capturing the soul of Russian nobility and the devastating weight of unrequited love.Historical Grandeur: Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910) is widely regarded as one of the greatest novelists of all time. This epochal work perfectly crystallizes the opulence and tragedy of Imperial Russia. Step into the grand ballrooms and snow-swept streets of Moscow. Witness the dawn of an epic romance that will ultimately redefine the boundaries of world literature. Experience the brilliance of Tolstoy as you've never heard it before.Voir livre
‘Incredibly good, intriguingly twisty, beautifully written... I loved it. I couldn’t put it down.’ No.1 bestselling author, Valerie Keogh ‘Please, I need your help. You’re the only person I can turn to. The only person who can pretend to be me…’ When Alice gets a desperate message from her estranged identical twin sister Cecily, she can’t help herself. She has to say yes. Pushing down the memories of the terrible childhood that ultimately tore them apart, she arrives at her sister’s house. Cecily has left instructions: how to work the oven, what to cook for supper, what to say to her husband. She says she’ll only be gone a week. She just needs to contact a lawyer, sort her head out, and work out how to get away from her marriage safely. Alice barely knows why she’s agreed. But as she puts the key in the door, she wonders if – in coming to help her sister – she might be putting herself in the most terrible danger. Because when Cecily stops replying to messages, and the words ‘die, die, die’ appear scrawled in lipstick on the bathroom mirror, Alice realizes – someone is out to get Cecily. And now they think Alice is her… An absolutely pulse-pounding psychological thriller – with a twist that literally nobody will see coming – from bestselling Richard & Judy Bookclub author, Saskia Sarginson. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Shari Lapena and Gone Girl. Readers are loving Identical: ‘Utterly engrossing, I had no idea where this story was going and I was compulsively turning the pages until late into the night… The ending was mind-blowing. A marvellous read and a haunting story that will stay with me.’ No.1 bestselling author, Rona Halsall ‘A beautifully crafted story with a sting in its tail. Did I see that coming? No, I did not.’ Bestselling author, Diane Saxon ‘Compelling and beautifully written. Identical is my first novel by Sarginson and it won’t be my last.’ Bestselling author, Amanda Brittany ‘Brilliantly written. A clever engaging book that had me hooked from the first page.’ Bestselling author, JA Baker ‘Haunting, clever and captivating, with a jaw-dropping ending which floored me…” Bestselling author, Natasha Boydell ‘This took over my entire life until I had finished it! Such an original premise and it’s brought to life so vividly… The twists and turns had my head spinning and just when I thought I knew what was going on, I was completely blindsided again! Amazing. A perfect thriller!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Had my head in a complete spin… I loved everything about this book… A must read for psychological thriller fans.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I loved this book!… It had suspense, intrigue, action, and so many crazy twists! That ending! Just WOW!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was completely blindsided by the twist in the end.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Brilliant!… Had me turning the pages at an alarming rate right up to the shocking end.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was hooked… Packed with twists and turns that kept me guessing until the very end. The shocking conclusion left me reeling—I definitely didn’t see it coming!… Thrilling and unforgettable!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book was a wild ride… It ended with a bang! I inhaled the last 50% of the book, it was so good.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Voir livre
On the shores of Mobile, Alabama, in 1824, two boys-James Whitemore, the son of a wealthy plantation owner, and Benjamin Jackson, an enslaved child-forge a rare and forbidden friendship. But when an otherworldly vortex engulfs them, they awaken in a reality where history has been rewritten. In this alternate world, the hierarchy of power has been reversed-black elites rule while whites toil in oppression. James is thrust into servitude on a cotton plantation, struggling to comprehend a life of bondage. Benjamin, now the heir to a powerful dynasty, is forced to confront the weight of leadership and the corruption it breeds. As they navigate this world of inverted power, both must confront the uncomfortable truths about history, privilege, and the cycles of oppression that transcend time. But beneath this shift in power lies an even greater danger. The Rift, a force beyond human comprehension, threatens to unravel both realities. Haunted by visions of the past and future, James and Benjamin must decipher the secrets of the Rift before it consumes everything. With war brewing, allegiances shifting, and a devastating truth waiting in the shadows, they are forced to ask-can history be rewritten, or are they doomed to repeat its darkest chapters? A story of power, identity, and the unbreakable bonds of brotherhood, The Color of the Rift challenges the limits of fate and the cost of rewriting history.Voir livre
He never expected to lead a rebellion. Metatron has been by God's side for eons. A leader in battle. A loyal and unflinching servant until he finally sees the cruelty in some of his commander's orders. When he discovers a lost colony planet, his only thought is to help save its inhabitants from the threat Hell poses. Only, demons aren't the only thing he must guard against. His heart becomes involved when a vexing Templar Knight questions everything he’s ever stood for. Francesca isn't about to let God—or anyone for that matter—dictate how she should live, or who should die. She's ready to fight in the coming battle, not just against Hell but Heaven too, and the angels must choose a side. Metatron can only hope humanity is right when it claims love conquers all. Contains mature themes.Voir livre
Secrets implode and generations of lies boil over into deadly consequences when a suspicious fire breaks out Christmas Night on Cape Cod.This enthralling and darkly humorous debut novel of abortion, adoption, and long-buried truths will captivate readers who loved Lessons in Chemistry and Where the Crawdads Sing.When Mary Newcombe dutifully returns to Cape Cod with her twelve-year-old son to celebrate Christmas with her adoptive mother, Birdie, the only part of the trip she looks forward to is digging beach clay for pottery to stoke her beloved kiln. But while she’s home, a suspicious fire destroys the town health clinic, and Mary becomes a leading suspect.Mary can’t remember the night of the fire (too much eggnog) and, as always, her mother isn’t talking. Birdie has kept secrets from Mary her entire life, beginning with the truth about Mary’s birth mother. When Mary discovers her adoptive father socked away a small fortune performing pre-Roe v. Wade illegal abortions in the clinic that burned to the ground, she’s done with being kept in the dark. As the days tick by and pressures mount to find the arsonist, Mary digs deeper into Wellfleet’s history, and more secrets start to unfurl.Meanwhile, Mary’s cousin Jimmy is acting strangely and suddenly, so is her son. As the FBI zeros in on Mary, and another fire burns in the harbor, it's time for Mary and Birdie to face a long brewing reckoning.A cross-generational mystery told through the perspectives of four women living on the underbelly of Cape Cod, Hush Little Fire is the perfect read for fans of Bonnie Garmus, Dennis Lehane, and Adrienne Brodeur.Voir livre
A one-woman army. A war on two fronts. This time, it’s personal. With her world thrown into chaos, Sam relinquishes all connections with Pogrom when she starts hunting a ruthless killer who’s made it personal. This is no ordinary hunt, as each seeks retribution for spilled blood. With a cat-and-mouse chase involving two predators seeking vengeance, Sam will have to rely on all her skills and cunning to end up the victor. But with her attention focused elsewhere and the team watching from a distance, none are prepared when a government agency comes knocking, this one intent on closing the organization for good. Led by a relentless FBI agent, this man will stop at nothing to shut down Pogrom and imprison those Sam considers kin. Fighting a war on two fronts and her family caught in the middle, it’s time to unleash the monster once and for all. Will she prevail, or is this the end of Sam Rader forever? Blood Moon is the thrilling sixth book in the Sam Rader thriller series. If you like Jack Reacher action and Hannibal Lecter darkness, then you will love Sam Rader. Buy Blood Moon today and get set for an explosive ride into a serial killer’s worst nightmare.Voir livre
