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A diplomatic scandal. An escape over the rooftops. Charges of treason. Just a normal night out for Regency Londons most elegant spies Mélanie and Malcolm Rannoch. For aristocratic former spies Mélanie and Malcolm Rannoch, an attempt to steal incriminating documents is a normal evening out in Mayfair. The Napoleonic Wars taught the Rannochs to be prepared for the unexpected. But it seems theyve acquired a lethal new enemy who not only snagged the papers ahead of them, but has been amassing information to blackmail them and their dearest friends. Suddenly their mission turns far more dangerous. Theyre no longer just working to avert a diplomatic scandal. They are trying to protect those closest to them from arrest and imprisonment. Melanie and Malcolm hatch a dangerous plot to outwit their enemy on a royal night at the opera, with the king in attendance. But in candlelit salons its difficult to tell allies from enemies. And if they fail, it is the Rannochs themselves who could be facing charges of treason...

Paris, 1945. Frederick Rowlands arrives in a city riven by the political turmoil following the Liberation at the behest of MI5 agent, Iris Barnes. A young woman calling herself Clara Metzner has just been released from Ravensbr ck concentration camp - and Rowlands, who last met her in Berlin in 1933, has been given the task of confirming whether she is who she says she is. This is far from easy, not only because of Rowlands blindness, but because Claras experiences have changed her almost out of recognition. But her evidence may be vital in assisting Iris to track down suspected collaborators in the upper echelons of French society.Then Clara - or the girl who is claiming to be her - is found dead, in circumstances that point to murder. Thrown into the unfamiliar world of Parisian high society, Rowlands must track down the killer, and prevent further deaths - including his own.

AMAZON EDITORS MONTHLY PICK FOR THRILLERSBARNES AND NOBLE BEST PAPERBACKS PICKA LOVE READING BOTMWhen Cyra Griffins younger sister is murdered by a serial killer, Cyra knows better than to expect justice from the hands of the police department. With the investigation already dying its own slow death, Cyra follows the blood trail and finds her own way forward.Using insider information (dont ask), Cyra infiltrates a support group for serial killers by pretending to be one herself in the hopes of finding the person who ended her sisters life. Proving herself to them comes at a cost, but its one Cyra is willing to pay in the name of revenge.But the dangerous men in the group arent the only obstacle in Cyras path for vengeance, and the further Cyra descends into the deadly world of serial killers, the harder it becomes to hold on to her own humanity.

Conflict does more than destroy physical spaces. It extinguishes lives, erases histories and disrupts the collective memory of entire communities. In Gaza, where genocide has wrought catastrophic loss, the destruction of heritage adds another dimension of devastation. Yet amid the rubble, acts of archiving, art-making and storytelling persist.Archiving Gaza in the Present brings together voices from Palestine and beyond to document the cultural erasure and to explore how creative and archival practices resist it. Contributions from curators, architects, artists, journalists, lawyers and scholars capture Gazas once-vibrant cultural life historic buildings, art centres, universities and museums that existed before October 2023 now turned to rubble.Featuring rich visual material from fragmented WhatsApp testimonies to forensic documentation and including artworks, maps and photographs, Archiving Gaza in the Present is both a living archive and a call to action. It is a vital resource for understanding Gazas cultural survival amid destruction.In partnership with the Arab British Centre.Contributors include Selma Dabbagh, Salman Abu Sitta, Shareef Sarhan, Hazem Harb, Malak Mattar, Marc-Andre Haldimann, Nadia Yaqub, Omar Al-Qattan, Kegham Djeghalian, Caitlin Procter, Atef Alshaer, Shatha Safi, Yara Sharif and Nasser Golzar.

A prophetic, darkly comic lost classic about down-and-outs in a fractured Berlin by the author of the Sunday Times bestselling rediscovery The PassengerA writer of great insight and talentFTBerlin, 1920s: a beacon of culture and hedonism, but a political mess. The streets are crowded with war veterans, beggars, prostitutes and madmen, desperately chasing any means to secure a few marks or a roof over their heads. Come nighttime, a rag-tag group descends on the Jolly Huntsman pub to dance and drown their cares in all the schnapps they can afford. But in this society on the brink, pleasure all too easily erupts into violence.A bleakly comic story of struggle and discontent on the fringes of the metropolis, Berlin Shuffleis a blistering portrait of a divided society that would give way to fascism. Written when he was just twenty-two years old, Boschwitzs first novel displays his extraordinary talent for capturing Germanys self-destruction, which would tragically engulf him only five years later.

Charlie Matthewss love story begins in a pebble-dashed house in suburban Bolton, at a time when most little boys want to grow up to be Michael Jackson, and girls want to be Princess Diana. Remembering the Green Cross Code and getting out of football are the most important things in his life, until... On his ninth birthday, Auntie Jan gives him a gift that will last a lifetime: a seven-inch single called Lucky Star. He discovers Madonna and falls in love.Casting the pop icon in the role of his spirit guide, Charlie draws on Madonnas audacity and ambition to help him find the courage to overcome his own obstacles and become a success in life. His obsession sees him through some tough times, but in order to be truly happy, hell need to find his own inner strength...

Enter one of the most ambitious literary universes ever created — a vast, living portrait of society, ambition, love, vice, and human struggle.The Human Comedy by Honoré de Balzac stands as a monumen

Dominar a arte de observar, ouvir e interpretar é o primeiro passo para o cuidado clínico de excelência.Esta obra apresenta, de forma clara e aplicada, os fundamentos da semiologia e da semiotécnica

Rediscover the unforgettable voices that reshaped English literature with passion, defiance, and emotional power.The Complete Novels of the Bronte Sisters brings together the masterpieces of Charlotte, Emily et Anne Bronte, offering a sweeping journey through gothic romance, psychological depth, fierce independence, and the raw beauty of human emotion.From the haunting moors of Wuthering Heights, to the fiery resilience of Jane Eyre, the bold social clarity of Agnes Grey, and the rarely explored brilliance of The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, this collection presents every completed novel from three of the most influential writers of the 19th century.Their stories explore love, obsession, morality, identity, and the struggle for freedom in a world full of constraints. With atmospheric settings, unforgettable characters, and themes that continue to resonate across generations, the Brontes novels remain some of the most cherished and studied works in world literature. This beautifully formatted edition offers a refined, immersive reading experienceperfect for longtime admirers, students of classic literature, and new readers discovering the Brontes for the first time.If you love powerful heroines, brooding landscapes, intense romance, and emotional storytelling that never grows old, this complete collection is an absolute treasure.Step into the world of the Bronte sistersadd this essential literary collection to your library today.

Enter the mind of one of Americas most brilliant, unsettling, and razor-sharp writers.The Collected Works of Ambrose Bierce gathers his finest stories, essays, sketches, and strange talesworks that made him a legend of dark humor, psychological insight, and eerie imagination.From chilling supernatural pieces like "The Damned Thing," to the haunting Civil War masterpiece "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge," Bierces writing explores fear, irony, human folly, and the thin line between reality and nightmare. His ghost stories rival the greatest in the genre, while his war fiction delivers unmatched emotional intensity and realism.Known as "Bitter Bierce" for his cutting satire and fearless commentary, he influenced generations of writersincluding H. P. Lovecraft, Stephen Crane, and modern masters of horror and suspense. His prose is sharp, atmospheric, and unforgettable, full of twists that linger long after the final page. This beautifully formatted complete edition presents his essential writings in one volumeperfect for fans of supernatural fiction, psychological horror, American literature, and masterfully crafted short stories.If you crave storytelling filled with tension, intellect, and a touch of darkness, this collection will stay with you forever.Step into Bierces world of shadows, irony, and haunting beautyadd this essential collection to your library today.

Amidst thorny bushes, red sand, and shady rocks in the Australian outback, two young bearded dragons embark on a great adventure. Barely hatched, they are separated from their siblings and set off alone through heat, dust, and unfamiliar terrain, always on the lookout for new tracks. Hunger and thirst are also constant companions. Along the way, they have exciting encounters with strange animals, unfamiliar sounds, and dangerous adventures.When they meet Lisa, a human girl on her own journey, everything changes.Can they overcome the challenges of the outback together?

Step into a world of elegant puzzles, clever deceptions, and unforgettable twistscrafted by the Queen of Mystery herself.The Agatha Christie Collection brings together some of her most legendary works, featuring the brilliant Hercule Poirot, the sharp-eyed Miss Marple, and a cast of characters whose secrets lurk behind every polite smile.These are the mysteries that defined the golden age of detective fiction. From small-village murders to international conspiracies, locked-room enigmas, psychological mind games, and shocking finales, Christies storytelling mastery shines on every page. Each tale invites you to study the clues, examine every motive, and test your instincts against the greatest detective plots ever written.Praised by critics, adored by millions, and adapted into films, stage plays, radio dramas, and global television hits, Agatha Christies works continue to captivate readers across generations. This beautifully formatted collection presents her timeless mysteries in a modern, enjoyable reading experience, allowing both longtime fans and new readers to enjoy her genius with ease.If you crave clever twists, atmospheric tension, and meticulously crafted mysteries that reward every curious mind, this collection is your essential companion.Enter the world of Christies finest investigationsadd this classic collection to your library today.

Step into the extraordinary imagination of H. G. Wells the visionary storyteller who reshaped science fiction and predicted the future with uncanny precision.The Complete Novels of H. G. Wells gathers every one of his groundbreaking works, offering a rich journey through alien invasions, time travel, scientific experiment gone awry, dystopian futures, and profound reflections on humanitys place in the universe.This essential collection includes his greatest classics:The War of the Worlds, The Time Machine, The Invisible Man, The Island of Doctor Moreau, The First Men in the Moon, The Sleeper Awakes, In the Days of the Comet, and many more novels celebrated for their originality, suspense, philosophical depth, and pioneering vision.Wellss storytelling blends thrilling adventure with social critique, exploring evolution, ethics, technology, class divides, and the fragile nature of civilization. His ideas have inspired countless films, books, and scientific discussions, earning him the title "The Father of Modern Science Fiction." This complete, beautifully formatted edition allows readers to experience the full scope of his genius from iconic masterpieces to lesser-known treasures that reveal new facets of his imagination.If you love visionary tales, bold ideas, and unforgettable adventures, this collection is an indispensable cornerstone of science fiction and classic literature.Travel through time, explore the unknown, and experience the complete universe of H. G. Wells add this essential edition to your library today.

Explore the writings that shaped Western thought, defined the foundations of logic, ethics, politics, and science, and influenced scholars for over two thousand years.The Complete Works of Aristotle brings together the full body of texts from one of historys greatest philosophers a thinker whose ideas continue to guide academic study, public life, and intellectual inquiry across the world.This monumental collection includes Aristotles essential works on logic, metaphysics, rhetoric, virtue, politics, natural philosophy, biology, poetics, and the structure of human knowledge. From Nicomachean Ethics to Poetics, from Politics to Metaphysics, these writings form the bedrock of disciplines still studied today.Praised by generations of historians, scientists, and philosophers, Aristotles insights have influenced everyone from medieval scholars to Renaissance thinkers, Enlightenment writers, and modern researchers. His clarity, depth, and systematic approach remain unmatched offering readers profound wisdom about reason, society, morality, and the natural world. This complete edition is beautifully formatted for modern readers while preserving historical integrity, making it ideal for students, researchers, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the foundations of human thought.If you want to study the works that shaped civilization and continue to guide intellectual tradition, this collection is indispensable.Enter the mind of a philosopher who changed the course of historyadd this definitive edition to your library today.

No complicated theories, just practical examples that you are probably already familiar with from your own experience, show you a way to get to know and understand yourself better. How we communicate and act reveals a lot about our character and the effect we have on our environment.If you have the courage to look at yourself honestly in the mirror, you will get to know yourself in a new way. You will gain a deeper understanding of yourself and understand why you are the way you are, as well as the effect you have on others. Simple tips will help you break through ingrained behavior patterns through self-reflection and change your nature in a lasting way.

Fall down the rabbit hole into a world where imagination rules, logic bends, and the impossible becomes delightfully real.Alices Adventures in Wonderland is Lewis Carrolls immortal masterpiecean enchanting tale that has captivated readers of all ages for more than 150 years.Follow curious, brave Alice as she enters a dreamlike realm filled with unforgettable characters: the White Rabbit racing time, the mischievous Cheshire Cat, the tea-loving Mad Hatter, the unpredictable Queen of Hearts, and countless other whimsical beings. Each encounter is filled with charm, wit, wordplay, and absurdity that challenge reality while celebrating creativity.Beloved by children, adored by adults, and studied by scholars, this novel remains one of the most influential works in literary history. Its playful language, imaginative scenes, and deeper themes of identity, growth, and wonder continue to inspire films, illustrations, theatre, and generations of storytellers. This beautifully formatted edition offers a smooth, enjoyable reading experienceperfect for first-time readers and longtime admirers.If youre ready to relive the magic or discover it for the very first time, this classic promises pure joy, endless curiosity, and a journey youll never forget.Step into Wonderlandadd this timeless adventure to your library today.

Neste livro, Rosana Rios reúne dez contos pertencentes a mitologias de povos dos cinco continentes, protagonizados por mulheres. São deusas, mães, rainhas e guerreiras, todas movidas por sentimentos

Living in the eye of the hurricane. Thats been my life as a Foster Carer. Mostly, its been in a peacefully calm and loving place that is, however, constantly surrounded by the raging storms of trauma, fury and teenage angst. Drugs, drink, crime and all the horrors of abuse can come to visit and disrupt our lives but a loving home survives and is always shelter from the storm and sometimes for the storm.I would not for anything change a life that has also allowed me so many wonderful, crazy and magical experiences whilst showing so many young people that there is a path to a different life and that a storm can pass and be recovered from. Most of all, I have been blessed to look after some amazing young people who have enriched my life as you will see from the stories of my life in the Shadowlands.A single man, a Foster Carer raising other peoples children for over 35 years and always looking forward to the next storm that a Social Worker brings to my door.

Step into a universe where logic bends, imagination reigns, and the impossible becomes wonderfully real.The Complete Works of Lewis Carroll gathers every novel, tale, poem, puzzle, essay, and whimsical creation from the brilliant mind behind Alices Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass.This extraordinary collection includes Carrolls most beloved masterpieces the magical journeys of Alice, the delightful absurdities of the Mad Hatter and Humpty Dumpty, the poetic nonsense of The Hunting of the Snark, the playful wit of Sylvie and Bruno, and his lesser-known mathematical writings and logical essays that reveal a genius far beyond childrens literature.Carrolls works have enchanted readers for generations and inspired countless films, artworks, theatrical adaptations, and academic studies. His unique blend of fantasy, clever wordplay, surreal imagery, and philosophical curiosity continues to captivate both children and adults. This beautifully formatted edition allows readers to experience the full breadth of his creativity from joyful nonsense to profound reflections on reality, identity, dreams, and the power of imagination.If you love whimsical adventures, literary playfulness, or the deep charm of Victorian fantasy, this complete collection is a treasure youll return to again and again.Follow the White Rabbit, open the looking-glass, and explore the entire universe of Lewis Carrolladd this essential edition to your library today.

Step into the haunting world of Bram Stoker, the literary visionary who reshaped gothic horror and created one of the most iconic characters of all time Count Dracula.The Complete Novels of Bram Stoker gathers every one of his powerful, atmospheric, and deeply imaginative works into a single essential collection.From the immortal classic Dracula, with its chilling suspense and seductive darkness, to lesser-known gems like The Jewel of Seven Stars, The Lair of the White Worm, The Snakes Pass, and more, this anthology reveals the full range of Stokers brilliance. His stories blend mystery, folklore, fear, romance, the supernatural, and the uncanny in ways that continue to inspire modern horror, film, and literature.Stokers novels are celebrated for their rich atmosphere, unforgettable characters, and thrilling tension that creeps slowly, page after page. His mastery of gothic mood, psychological dread, and cultural myth-making has influenced generations of writers, directors, and artists. This beautifully formatted complete edition allows readers to explore his entire body of long-form fiction a rare opportunity to rediscover the depth, creativity, and intelligence behind one of horrors foundational authors.If you love gothic settings, ancient secrets, strange rituals, dangerous obsessions, and stories that linger long after midnight, this collection is your perfect gateway into Stokers unforgettable universe.Open the door to the shadows add this complete gothic collection to your library today.