Author: Holly Smale
Publisher: MIRA
ISBN: 9780778307877
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A REESE'S BOOK CLUB PICK "A Time-Twisting Delight" --Reese Witherspoon (Reese's Book Club June '23 Pick) If you had the power to change the past...where would you start? Cassandra Penelope Dankworth is a creature of habit. She likes what she likes (museums, jumpsuits, her boyfriend, Will) and strongly dislikes what she doesn't (mess, change, her boss drinking out of her mug). Her life runs in a pleasing, predictable order...until now. She's just been dumped. She's just been fired. Her local café has run out of banana muffins. Then, something truly unexpected happens: Cassie discovers she can go back and change the past. One small rewind at a time, Cassie attempts to fix the life she accidentally obliterated, but soon she'll discover she's trying to fix all the wrong things. "A great read-alike for The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion, Oona Out of Order by Margarita Montimore, and The Boys by Katie Hafner." --Booklist (STARRED)
The Cassandra
Author: Sharma Shields
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
ISBN: 1250197449
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 325
Book Description
The Cassandra follows a woman who goes to work in a top secret research facility during WWII, only to be tormented by visions of what the mission will mean for humankind. Mildred Groves is an unusual young woman. Gifted and cursed with the ability to see the future, Mildred runs away from home to take a secretary position at the Hanford Research Center in the early 1940s. Hanford, a massive construction camp on the banks of the Columbia River in remote South Central Washington, exists to test and manufacture a mysterious product that will aid the war effort. Only the top generals and scientists know that this product is processed plutonium, for use in the first atomic bombs. Mildred is delighted, at first, to be part of something larger than herself after a lifetime spent as an outsider. But her new life takes a dark turn when she starts to have prophetic dreams about what will become of humankind if the project is successful. As the men she works for come closer to achieving their goals, her visions intensify to a nightmarish pitch, and she eventually risks everything to question those in power, putting her own physical and mental health in jeopardy. Inspired by the classic Greek myth, this 20th century reimagining of Cassandra's story is based on a real WWII compound that the author researched meticulously. A timely novel about patriarchy and militancy, The Cassandra uses both legend and history to look deep into man's capacity for destruction, and the resolve and compassion it takes to challenge the powerful.
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
ISBN: 1250197449
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 325
Book Description
The Cassandra follows a woman who goes to work in a top secret research facility during WWII, only to be tormented by visions of what the mission will mean for humankind. Mildred Groves is an unusual young woman. Gifted and cursed with the ability to see the future, Mildred runs away from home to take a secretary position at the Hanford Research Center in the early 1940s. Hanford, a massive construction camp on the banks of the Columbia River in remote South Central Washington, exists to test and manufacture a mysterious product that will aid the war effort. Only the top generals and scientists know that this product is processed plutonium, for use in the first atomic bombs. Mildred is delighted, at first, to be part of something larger than herself after a lifetime spent as an outsider. But her new life takes a dark turn when she starts to have prophetic dreams about what will become of humankind if the project is successful. As the men she works for come closer to achieving their goals, her visions intensify to a nightmarish pitch, and she eventually risks everything to question those in power, putting her own physical and mental health in jeopardy. Inspired by the classic Greek myth, this 20th century reimagining of Cassandra's story is based on a real WWII compound that the author researched meticulously. A timely novel about patriarchy and militancy, The Cassandra uses both legend and history to look deep into man's capacity for destruction, and the resolve and compassion it takes to challenge the powerful.
The Cassandra Complex : Living with Disbelief : a Modern Perspective on Hysteria
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Cassandra In Reverse
Author: Holly Smale
Publisher: MIRA
ISBN: 9780778307877
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A REESE'S BOOK CLUB PICK "A Time-Twisting Delight" --Reese Witherspoon (Reese's Book Club June '23 Pick) If you had the power to change the past...where would you start? Cassandra Penelope Dankworth is a creature of habit. She likes what she likes (museums, jumpsuits, her boyfriend, Will) and strongly dislikes what she doesn't (mess, change, her boss drinking out of her mug). Her life runs in a pleasing, predictable order...until now. She's just been dumped. She's just been fired. Her local café has run out of banana muffins. Then, something truly unexpected happens: Cassie discovers she can go back and change the past. One small rewind at a time, Cassie attempts to fix the life she accidentally obliterated, but soon she'll discover she's trying to fix all the wrong things. "A great read-alike for The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion, Oona Out of Order by Margarita Montimore, and The Boys by Katie Hafner." --Booklist (STARRED)
Publisher: MIRA
ISBN: 9780778307877
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A REESE'S BOOK CLUB PICK "A Time-Twisting Delight" --Reese Witherspoon (Reese's Book Club June '23 Pick) If you had the power to change the past...where would you start? Cassandra Penelope Dankworth is a creature of habit. She likes what she likes (museums, jumpsuits, her boyfriend, Will) and strongly dislikes what she doesn't (mess, change, her boss drinking out of her mug). Her life runs in a pleasing, predictable order...until now. She's just been dumped. She's just been fired. Her local café has run out of banana muffins. Then, something truly unexpected happens: Cassie discovers she can go back and change the past. One small rewind at a time, Cassie attempts to fix the life she accidentally obliterated, but soon she'll discover she's trying to fix all the wrong things. "A great read-alike for The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion, Oona Out of Order by Margarita Montimore, and The Boys by Katie Hafner." --Booklist (STARRED)
Cassandra the Lucky
Author: Joan Holub
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442488190
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 135
Book Description
Meet Cassandra, the newest student at Mount Olympus Academy! She has an amazing talent—but will her new friends believe her? This Goddess Girls story is based on the myth of Cassandra, who has the gift of seeing the future—except no one believes her. Can Apollo, the god of prophecy, help his new crush?
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442488190
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 135
Book Description
Meet Cassandra, the newest student at Mount Olympus Academy! She has an amazing talent—but will her new friends believe her? This Goddess Girls story is based on the myth of Cassandra, who has the gift of seeing the future—except no one believes her. Can Apollo, the god of prophecy, help his new crush?
Reluctant Cassandra
Author: Ellen Smith
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780996199902
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Languages : en
Pages : 364
Book Description
Nothing much changes in historic Eagle Valley, Virginia. That's a good thing for Arden McCrae. It's easier to manage her visions of the future when there isn't much to see. Arden would rather stay buried in the cool certainty that comes with stories of the past. Fortunately, running the local antique store and keeping up with the Eagle Valley Historical Society gives her plenty of history to hide behind.When her aging parents are forced to sell their farm to pay for medical care, Arden sees big changes ahead. The sale threatens the historic status of Eagle Valley, and Arden's own store is in peril. Meanwhile, her father's rapidly advancing Alzheimer's keeps him locked in a heartbreaking past. The rest of the McCrae family is left to make difficult decisions for the days to come.The future that nobody wants is descending fast, and Arden must face the visions she's always avoided. Soon, her town is divided over their historic status and her family is shattered by her father's declining health. Arden will have to choose whether to fight to preserve the past or learn to embrace the future.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780996199902
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 364
Book Description
Nothing much changes in historic Eagle Valley, Virginia. That's a good thing for Arden McCrae. It's easier to manage her visions of the future when there isn't much to see. Arden would rather stay buried in the cool certainty that comes with stories of the past. Fortunately, running the local antique store and keeping up with the Eagle Valley Historical Society gives her plenty of history to hide behind.When her aging parents are forced to sell their farm to pay for medical care, Arden sees big changes ahead. The sale threatens the historic status of Eagle Valley, and Arden's own store is in peril. Meanwhile, her father's rapidly advancing Alzheimer's keeps him locked in a heartbreaking past. The rest of the McCrae family is left to make difficult decisions for the days to come.The future that nobody wants is descending fast, and Arden must face the visions she's always avoided. Soon, her town is divided over their historic status and her family is shattered by her father's declining health. Arden will have to choose whether to fight to preserve the past or learn to embrace the future.
Geek Girl
Author: Holly Smale
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780008679774
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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ISBN: 9780008679774
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Pages : 0
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Party Toy for 2 Men
Author: Cassandra Dee
Publisher: Cassandra Dee Romance
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 123
Book Description
Corrie: I was set up on a blind date by my best friend Patty. She convinced me to meet Cameron Hanssen and to be honest? I was eager because everyone knows Cameron in our town. He’s a billionaire with a muscular build, charcoal hair, and best of all … … an asset that makes me tingle! But I screw up because I got the day of our date wrong. In a horrific comedy of errors, I actually scheduled ANOTHER blind date the same exact night with gorgeous tech investor, Justin Kay! The two men see each other and it’s utter disaster. Two alpha males who are competitive and brutal? Oh $hit! They challenge each other to a contest … … that involves making me moan … … while squirming in bed … … and then I get to choose which man I want to be with! What kind of dirty competition is this? But now I’ve become a party toy for 2 men and I love how it feels. Hey Readers – This book is a follow up to My Boyfriend and His Friend, where we meet Chase’s older brother, Cameron Hanssen. Cameron’s seen just how well menage works for his little bro, and now he wants a sample of it for himself! Get ready for a roller coaster ride where there’s the best ending of all: an HEA with a bouncing baby, a satisfied curvy girl, and two alpha males who adore her. You’ll love the story, I promise! Xoxo, Cassie
Publisher: Cassandra Dee Romance
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 123
Book Description
Corrie: I was set up on a blind date by my best friend Patty. She convinced me to meet Cameron Hanssen and to be honest? I was eager because everyone knows Cameron in our town. He’s a billionaire with a muscular build, charcoal hair, and best of all … … an asset that makes me tingle! But I screw up because I got the day of our date wrong. In a horrific comedy of errors, I actually scheduled ANOTHER blind date the same exact night with gorgeous tech investor, Justin Kay! The two men see each other and it’s utter disaster. Two alpha males who are competitive and brutal? Oh $hit! They challenge each other to a contest … … that involves making me moan … … while squirming in bed … … and then I get to choose which man I want to be with! What kind of dirty competition is this? But now I’ve become a party toy for 2 men and I love how it feels. Hey Readers – This book is a follow up to My Boyfriend and His Friend, where we meet Chase’s older brother, Cameron Hanssen. Cameron’s seen just how well menage works for his little bro, and now he wants a sample of it for himself! Get ready for a roller coaster ride where there’s the best ending of all: an HEA with a bouncing baby, a satisfied curvy girl, and two alpha males who adore her. You’ll love the story, I promise! Xoxo, Cassie
Head Over Heels (Geek Girl, Book 5)
Author: Holly Smale
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0007574649
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 319
Book Description
“My name is Harriet Manners, and I will always be a geek.” The fifth book in the bestselling, award-winning GEEK GIRL series.
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0007574649
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 319
Book Description
“My name is Harriet Manners, and I will always be a geek.” The fifth book in the bestselling, award-winning GEEK GIRL series.
Cassandra in Reverse
Author: Holly Smale
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369736532
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
A REESE'S BOOK CLUB PICK “A Time-Twisting Delight” —Reese Witherspoon (Reese’s Book Club June ’23 Pick) If you had the power to change the past…where would you start? Cassandra Penelope Dankworth is a creature of habit. She likes what she likes (museums, jumpsuits, her boyfriend, Will) and strongly dislikes what she doesn't (mess, change, her boss drinking out of her mug). Her life runs in a pleasing, predictable order…until now. She's just been dumped. She's just been fired. Her local café has run out of banana muffins. Then, something truly unexpected happens: Cassie discovers she can go back and change the past. One small rewind at a time, Cassie attempts to fix the life she accidentally obliterated, but soon she'll discover she's trying to fix all the wrong things. “A great read-alike for The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion, Oona Out of Order by Margarita Montimore, and The Boys by Katie Hafner.” —Booklist (STARRED)
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369736532
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
A REESE'S BOOK CLUB PICK “A Time-Twisting Delight” —Reese Witherspoon (Reese’s Book Club June ’23 Pick) If you had the power to change the past…where would you start? Cassandra Penelope Dankworth is a creature of habit. She likes what she likes (museums, jumpsuits, her boyfriend, Will) and strongly dislikes what she doesn't (mess, change, her boss drinking out of her mug). Her life runs in a pleasing, predictable order…until now. She's just been dumped. She's just been fired. Her local café has run out of banana muffins. Then, something truly unexpected happens: Cassie discovers she can go back and change the past. One small rewind at a time, Cassie attempts to fix the life she accidentally obliterated, but soon she'll discover she's trying to fix all the wrong things. “A great read-alike for The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion, Oona Out of Order by Margarita Montimore, and The Boys by Katie Hafner.” —Booklist (STARRED)
Thinking with Theory in Qualitative Research
Author: Alecia Y. Jackson
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1317359089
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 287
Book Description
Thinking with Theory in Qualitative Research: Second Edition demonstrates how to enact various philosophical concepts in practices of inquiry, effectively opening up the process of thought in qualitative studies. Thinking with Theory in Qualitative Research functions as a refusal of pregiven method, intensifying creativity, experimentation, and newness. Readers are invited into the threshold of theory to traverse philosophers and their concepts, reorienting conventional approaches to inquiry. Each chapter presents a thinking with process as a way of reading intensively through plugging in performative accounts of two first-generation academic women to philosophical concepts from Derrida, Spivak, Foucault, Butler, Barad, and Deleuze and Guattari. This book is a deliberate attempt to unsettle what is expected to be represented or recognized in terms of both meaning and method in traditional practices of qualitative research, which become unproductive and untenable in this different image of thought. New to this edition Fully revised and rewritten Chapter 1 that introduces the technique of plugging in as contingent, strategic movements of thought. Also new to Chapter 1 is a shift in language away from traditional practices in qualitative research (data and analysis) to performative accounts and becoming-questions Fully revised "Thinking with intra-action" chapter, which focuses on Karen Barad’s ontoepistemological framework of agential realism, and the concepts of posthumanist performativity and entangled agencies Fully revised and rewritten Chapter 8 that presents plugging in and thinking with as ontological Further development of and new material on the "plugging in" technique Schematic cues updated and extended for all of the Interludes In the ten years since the first edition was published, Thinking with Theory in Qualitative Research has become a vanguard text in the field of postfoundational inquiry for its accessible but thorough introductions to philosophically informed inquiry. This book is for experienced and novice researchers, and students in introductory, general, and advanced qualitative inquiry courses, who may also be first-time readers of philosophy. This text will function as an entry into techniques of thinking with a new theoretical vocabulary.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1317359089
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 287
Book Description
Thinking with Theory in Qualitative Research: Second Edition demonstrates how to enact various philosophical concepts in practices of inquiry, effectively opening up the process of thought in qualitative studies. Thinking with Theory in Qualitative Research functions as a refusal of pregiven method, intensifying creativity, experimentation, and newness. Readers are invited into the threshold of theory to traverse philosophers and their concepts, reorienting conventional approaches to inquiry. Each chapter presents a thinking with process as a way of reading intensively through plugging in performative accounts of two first-generation academic women to philosophical concepts from Derrida, Spivak, Foucault, Butler, Barad, and Deleuze and Guattari. This book is a deliberate attempt to unsettle what is expected to be represented or recognized in terms of both meaning and method in traditional practices of qualitative research, which become unproductive and untenable in this different image of thought. New to this edition Fully revised and rewritten Chapter 1 that introduces the technique of plugging in as contingent, strategic movements of thought. Also new to Chapter 1 is a shift in language away from traditional practices in qualitative research (data and analysis) to performative accounts and becoming-questions Fully revised "Thinking with intra-action" chapter, which focuses on Karen Barad’s ontoepistemological framework of agential realism, and the concepts of posthumanist performativity and entangled agencies Fully revised and rewritten Chapter 8 that presents plugging in and thinking with as ontological Further development of and new material on the "plugging in" technique Schematic cues updated and extended for all of the Interludes In the ten years since the first edition was published, Thinking with Theory in Qualitative Research has become a vanguard text in the field of postfoundational inquiry for its accessible but thorough introductions to philosophically informed inquiry. This book is for experienced and novice researchers, and students in introductory, general, and advanced qualitative inquiry courses, who may also be first-time readers of philosophy. This text will function as an entry into techniques of thinking with a new theoretical vocabulary.