Author: Sue Monk Kidd
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780142001745
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
The multi-million bestselling novel about a young girl's journey towards healing and the transforming power of love, from the award-winning author of The Invention of Wings and The Book of Longings Set in South Carolina in 1964, The Secret Life of Bees tells the story of Lily Owens, whose life has been shaped around the blurred memory of the afternoon her mother was killed. When Lily's fierce-hearted Black "stand-in mother," Rosaleen, insults three of the deepest racists in town, Lily decides to spring them both free. They escape to Tiburon, South Carolina—a town that holds the secret to her mother's past. Taken in by an eccentric trio of Black beekeeping sisters, Lily is introduced to their mesmerizing world of bees and honey, and the Black Madonna. This is a remarkable novel about divine female power, a story that women will share and pass on to their daughters for years to come.
The Secret Life of Bees
Author: Sue Monk Kidd
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780142001745
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
The multi-million bestselling novel about a young girl's journey towards healing and the transforming power of love, from the award-winning author of The Invention of Wings and The Book of Longings Set in South Carolina in 1964, The Secret Life of Bees tells the story of Lily Owens, whose life has been shaped around the blurred memory of the afternoon her mother was killed. When Lily's fierce-hearted Black "stand-in mother," Rosaleen, insults three of the deepest racists in town, Lily decides to spring them both free. They escape to Tiburon, South Carolina—a town that holds the secret to her mother's past. Taken in by an eccentric trio of Black beekeeping sisters, Lily is introduced to their mesmerizing world of bees and honey, and the Black Madonna. This is a remarkable novel about divine female power, a story that women will share and pass on to their daughters for years to come.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780142001745
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
The multi-million bestselling novel about a young girl's journey towards healing and the transforming power of love, from the award-winning author of The Invention of Wings and The Book of Longings Set in South Carolina in 1964, The Secret Life of Bees tells the story of Lily Owens, whose life has been shaped around the blurred memory of the afternoon her mother was killed. When Lily's fierce-hearted Black "stand-in mother," Rosaleen, insults three of the deepest racists in town, Lily decides to spring them both free. They escape to Tiburon, South Carolina—a town that holds the secret to her mother's past. Taken in by an eccentric trio of Black beekeeping sisters, Lily is introduced to their mesmerizing world of bees and honey, and the Black Madonna. This is a remarkable novel about divine female power, a story that women will share and pass on to their daughters for years to come.
Keep Me Safe (A Seal Island novel)
Author: Daniela Sacerdoti
Publisher: Review
ISBN: 1472235029
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 213
Book Description
From the bestselling author of The Italian Island and Watch Over Me, a breathtaking love story set on the beautiful island of Seal. Perfect for anyone who loves Fiona Valpy and Lily Graham. 'Atmospheric, romantic and compelling. Daniela writes with huge warmth and sincerity' Rosanna Ley Can a tiny Scottish island bring a heart back to life.. and offer a second chance at love? When Anna's partner walks away from their relationship, she is shattered. But it is her little girl Ava who takes it hardest of all, falling silent for three days. When she does finally speak, Ava talks about a new place - a small island of beauty, salt and sea in the Western Scottish Isles. In search of a new start, Anna and Ava embark on a journey to the remote and gorgeous Island of Seal. Falling in love with the locals and the landscape, could Seal offer the second chance they both need? Readers have been raving about Keep Me Safe: 'A brilliant read. Love Daniela's books. *****' A reader 'My book of the year. Highly recommended' A reader 'I've already read Daniela's Glen Avich books and loved them but this one surpassed them' A reader 'I could almost hear the sea and the wind. A great book' Lesley Pearse 'I couldn't put it down' Daily Mail 'Astoundingly good' The Sun 'I fell in love with this book' Prima magazine 'Heartwarming and mysterious' Katie Fforde 'A mysterious journey to Seal, a place I already want to revisit' Dani Atkins 'Exciting and emotional. I'm thrilled to find this is the first in a new series' Linda's Book Bag
Publisher: Review
ISBN: 1472235029
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 213
Book Description
From the bestselling author of The Italian Island and Watch Over Me, a breathtaking love story set on the beautiful island of Seal. Perfect for anyone who loves Fiona Valpy and Lily Graham. 'Atmospheric, romantic and compelling. Daniela writes with huge warmth and sincerity' Rosanna Ley Can a tiny Scottish island bring a heart back to life.. and offer a second chance at love? When Anna's partner walks away from their relationship, she is shattered. But it is her little girl Ava who takes it hardest of all, falling silent for three days. When she does finally speak, Ava talks about a new place - a small island of beauty, salt and sea in the Western Scottish Isles. In search of a new start, Anna and Ava embark on a journey to the remote and gorgeous Island of Seal. Falling in love with the locals and the landscape, could Seal offer the second chance they both need? Readers have been raving about Keep Me Safe: 'A brilliant read. Love Daniela's books. *****' A reader 'My book of the year. Highly recommended' A reader 'I've already read Daniela's Glen Avich books and loved them but this one surpassed them' A reader 'I could almost hear the sea and the wind. A great book' Lesley Pearse 'I couldn't put it down' Daily Mail 'Astoundingly good' The Sun 'I fell in love with this book' Prima magazine 'Heartwarming and mysterious' Katie Fforde 'A mysterious journey to Seal, a place I already want to revisit' Dani Atkins 'Exciting and emotional. I'm thrilled to find this is the first in a new series' Linda's Book Bag
The Ingredients of Us
Author: Jennifer Gold
Publisher: Lake Union Publishing
ISBN: 9781542042666
Category : Bakeries
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From debut author Jennifer Gold comes a delicious, award-winning novel about the sweet and sour ingredients of life and love. Elle, an accomplished baker, has a recipe for every event in her life. But when she discovers her husband's infidelity, she doesn't know what to make of it. Jam, maybe? Definitely jam. Fed up with the stale crumbs of her marriage, Elle revisits past recipes and the events that inspired them. A recipe for scones reminds her of her father's death, cinnamon rolls signify the problematic courtship with her husband, and a batch of chocolate cookies casts Elle in a less-than-flattering light. Looking back, Elle soon realizes that some ingredients were missing all along. After confronting her husband, Elle indulges her sweet tooth in other ways, including a rebound that just leaves her more confused. As secrets from the past collide with the conflicts of the present, Elle struggles to manage her bakery business and maintain the relationships most important to her. In piecing her life back together, will Elle learn to take the bitter with the sweet?
Publisher: Lake Union Publishing
ISBN: 9781542042666
Category : Bakeries
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From debut author Jennifer Gold comes a delicious, award-winning novel about the sweet and sour ingredients of life and love. Elle, an accomplished baker, has a recipe for every event in her life. But when she discovers her husband's infidelity, she doesn't know what to make of it. Jam, maybe? Definitely jam. Fed up with the stale crumbs of her marriage, Elle revisits past recipes and the events that inspired them. A recipe for scones reminds her of her father's death, cinnamon rolls signify the problematic courtship with her husband, and a batch of chocolate cookies casts Elle in a less-than-flattering light. Looking back, Elle soon realizes that some ingredients were missing all along. After confronting her husband, Elle indulges her sweet tooth in other ways, including a rebound that just leaves her more confused. As secrets from the past collide with the conflicts of the present, Elle struggles to manage her bakery business and maintain the relationships most important to her. In piecing her life back together, will Elle learn to take the bitter with the sweet?
Mel
Author: Daniella Castro
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN: 148098289X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 462
Book Description
Mel By: Daniella Castro It is not James’s year. His girlfriend broke up with him and cleaned out his apartment. His family is the epitome of happiness. With an empty apartment awaiting him, he is looking at days of sadness and loneliness. But when James sees his crazy neighbor locked out of her apartment, he has no idea his life is about to change forever. One simple request turns his life upside down, and he’ll realize that growing up has its own set of challenges.
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN: 148098289X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 462
Book Description
Mel By: Daniella Castro It is not James’s year. His girlfriend broke up with him and cleaned out his apartment. His family is the epitome of happiness. With an empty apartment awaiting him, he is looking at days of sadness and loneliness. But when James sees his crazy neighbor locked out of her apartment, he has no idea his life is about to change forever. One simple request turns his life upside down, and he’ll realize that growing up has its own set of challenges.
Approach
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Aeronautics
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
The naval aviation safety review.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Aeronautics
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
The naval aviation safety review.
Hellos and Goodbyes
Author: Erienne Williams
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1546272135
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 205
Book Description
Hellos and Goodbyes is a brutally honest, beautifully vulnerable collection of poems, letters, lyrics, and pieces of fiction. Erienne’s heart is on her sleeve as she says goodbye to fear and loss and says hello to strength and hope.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1546272135
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 205
Book Description
Hellos and Goodbyes is a brutally honest, beautifully vulnerable collection of poems, letters, lyrics, and pieces of fiction. Erienne’s heart is on her sleeve as she says goodbye to fear and loss and says hello to strength and hope.
The Invisible Mask
Author: Catherine Hope
Publisher: WestBow Press
ISBN: 197365900X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 373
Book Description
Are you tired of feeling invisible and alone? There are few things worse than hiding behind an invisible mask with a fake smile, feeling unnoticed, unwanted, and desperately hoping that someone would notice the real you. Most of my life I struggled to fit in and to be accepted. I felt invisible and that I didn’t have a voice. Through my journey of finding acceptance and purpose, I wrote my prayers to God in the form of poems and wrote moments that I encountered a lesson learned or a struggle. I needed an outlet, so I wrote. What I didn’t expect was by doing so, I would find healing, acceptance, and love. I came to know of a loving Father who showed me that I wasn’t invisible, but loved by Him and had a purpose. God had a purpose for my tears and put it on my heart to share my journey with others. You deserve to be noticed, cared for, and valued. You are not alone but loved. My prayer is with this book others can and will find comfort and hope as my struggles point them to a Loving God, Savior, and Friend.
Publisher: WestBow Press
ISBN: 197365900X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 373
Book Description
Are you tired of feeling invisible and alone? There are few things worse than hiding behind an invisible mask with a fake smile, feeling unnoticed, unwanted, and desperately hoping that someone would notice the real you. Most of my life I struggled to fit in and to be accepted. I felt invisible and that I didn’t have a voice. Through my journey of finding acceptance and purpose, I wrote my prayers to God in the form of poems and wrote moments that I encountered a lesson learned or a struggle. I needed an outlet, so I wrote. What I didn’t expect was by doing so, I would find healing, acceptance, and love. I came to know of a loving Father who showed me that I wasn’t invisible, but loved by Him and had a purpose. God had a purpose for my tears and put it on my heart to share my journey with others. You deserve to be noticed, cared for, and valued. You are not alone but loved. My prayer is with this book others can and will find comfort and hope as my struggles point them to a Loving God, Savior, and Friend.
Shooting For The Mob
Author: Alex Ferrari
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1948080710
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
The film project he was hired for revealed information he didn't want to know. A bipolar gangster, a naive, young film director and Batman. What could go wrong? Alex Ferrari is a first-time film director who just got hired to direct a $20 million feature film, the only problem is the film is about Jimmy, an egomaniacal gangster who wants the film to be about his life in the mob. From the backwater towns of Louisiana to the Hollywood Hills, Alex is taken on a crazy misadventure through the world of the mafia and Hollywood. Huge movie stars, billion dollar producers, studio heads and, of course, a few gangsters, populate this unbelievable journey down the rabbit hole of chasing your dream. Would you sell your soul to the devil to make your dream come true? By the way, did we mention that this story is based on true events?, no, seriously it is.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1948080710
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
The film project he was hired for revealed information he didn't want to know. A bipolar gangster, a naive, young film director and Batman. What could go wrong? Alex Ferrari is a first-time film director who just got hired to direct a $20 million feature film, the only problem is the film is about Jimmy, an egomaniacal gangster who wants the film to be about his life in the mob. From the backwater towns of Louisiana to the Hollywood Hills, Alex is taken on a crazy misadventure through the world of the mafia and Hollywood. Huge movie stars, billion dollar producers, studio heads and, of course, a few gangsters, populate this unbelievable journey down the rabbit hole of chasing your dream. Would you sell your soul to the devil to make your dream come true? By the way, did we mention that this story is based on true events?, no, seriously it is.
Luring the Underground
Author: Scarlett Rossi
Publisher: eGlobal Creative Publishing Inc.
ISBN: 1959727508
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 361
Book Description
“I can take care of myself.” I snapped in frustration. His dark eyes gleamed back at me with amusement as his hand gripped my throat. “I bet you can. You know... this fiery attitude of yours is enchanting.” ******** Inheriting a bar was an adventure Raven couldn’t resist. The only problem she didn’t expect was to inherit the debt that came with it. Struggling to survive, she finds financial opportunity in Adriano, the local mafia leader, and falls into a spiraling life of seduction and violence to gain what she wants most. Behind every closed door they say another one opens, and the wild ride of anger, possession, and erotic romance takes her to places she could only dream of. Will she survive the danger that lurks in the shadows, or will she fall prey to it? “CONTENT WARNING (CW): This story may include scenes or depictions of violence and intense sexual pleasure. Mature Guidance Only. Luring the Underground is created by Scarlett Rossi, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.
Publisher: eGlobal Creative Publishing Inc.
ISBN: 1959727508
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 361
Book Description
“I can take care of myself.” I snapped in frustration. His dark eyes gleamed back at me with amusement as his hand gripped my throat. “I bet you can. You know... this fiery attitude of yours is enchanting.” ******** Inheriting a bar was an adventure Raven couldn’t resist. The only problem she didn’t expect was to inherit the debt that came with it. Struggling to survive, she finds financial opportunity in Adriano, the local mafia leader, and falls into a spiraling life of seduction and violence to gain what she wants most. Behind every closed door they say another one opens, and the wild ride of anger, possession, and erotic romance takes her to places she could only dream of. Will she survive the danger that lurks in the shadows, or will she fall prey to it? “CONTENT WARNING (CW): This story may include scenes or depictions of violence and intense sexual pleasure. Mature Guidance Only. Luring the Underground is created by Scarlett Rossi, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.
Out Into the Open - Herus
Author: S.C. Grodin
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 132989636X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
Tamra is a teenage girl whose mother has become a vampire. People praise her luck, but Tamra knows the gruesome truth about the vampires. From the book: "You are my bloodchild and you will always serve and obey me. You are never to kill me or get others to do it, you are never to hurt any vampires or drink their blood." His voice was hard but his thumb gently stroked my cheek as he spoke. Deep Bite is a modern vampire novel set in Europe. Vampires have gone public but continue to manipulate human lives with impunity. And we love it.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 132989636X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
Tamra is a teenage girl whose mother has become a vampire. People praise her luck, but Tamra knows the gruesome truth about the vampires. From the book: "You are my bloodchild and you will always serve and obey me. You are never to kill me or get others to do it, you are never to hurt any vampires or drink their blood." His voice was hard but his thumb gently stroked my cheek as he spoke. Deep Bite is a modern vampire novel set in Europe. Vampires have gone public but continue to manipulate human lives with impunity. And we love it.