Author: Charlie Laidlaw
Publisher: Accent Press
ISBN: 1786157365
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 207
Book Description
A comic tale of love, mystery and unintended consequences . . . Rosie McLeod, pub proprietor and a gifted herbalist of local renown, is thirty-nine and holding, but only just. The talons of her fortieth birthday are in her back and her bloody, bloody husband hasn''t laid a lustful hand on her for months. Rosie sets out to discover if her husband is having an affair, using deductive powers based solely on the careful preparation of plants and herbs. But as her well-laid plans entirely fall apart, the sighting of a large black cat sets off another chain of events. Rosie now realises that a psychopath is on the loose and that she''s been selected as his next victim. Praise for Charlie Laidlaw: ''Intriguing and compelling'' Jodi Taylor ''Will have you laughing out loud at his cleverly drawn characters and adroit portrayal of Scottish village life'' Lothian Life magazine ''He drives both the plot and the eccentric characters ... with assurance'' The Herald
Love Potions and Other Calamities
Author: Charlie Laidlaw
Publisher: Accent Press
ISBN: 1786157365
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 207
Book Description
A comic tale of love, mystery and unintended consequences . . . Rosie McLeod, pub proprietor and a gifted herbalist of local renown, is thirty-nine and holding, but only just. The talons of her fortieth birthday are in her back and her bloody, bloody husband hasn''t laid a lustful hand on her for months. Rosie sets out to discover if her husband is having an affair, using deductive powers based solely on the careful preparation of plants and herbs. But as her well-laid plans entirely fall apart, the sighting of a large black cat sets off another chain of events. Rosie now realises that a psychopath is on the loose and that she''s been selected as his next victim. Praise for Charlie Laidlaw: ''Intriguing and compelling'' Jodi Taylor ''Will have you laughing out loud at his cleverly drawn characters and adroit portrayal of Scottish village life'' Lothian Life magazine ''He drives both the plot and the eccentric characters ... with assurance'' The Herald
Publisher: Accent Press
ISBN: 1786157365
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 207
Book Description
A comic tale of love, mystery and unintended consequences . . . Rosie McLeod, pub proprietor and a gifted herbalist of local renown, is thirty-nine and holding, but only just. The talons of her fortieth birthday are in her back and her bloody, bloody husband hasn''t laid a lustful hand on her for months. Rosie sets out to discover if her husband is having an affair, using deductive powers based solely on the careful preparation of plants and herbs. But as her well-laid plans entirely fall apart, the sighting of a large black cat sets off another chain of events. Rosie now realises that a psychopath is on the loose and that she''s been selected as his next victim. Praise for Charlie Laidlaw: ''Intriguing and compelling'' Jodi Taylor ''Will have you laughing out loud at his cleverly drawn characters and adroit portrayal of Scottish village life'' Lothian Life magazine ''He drives both the plot and the eccentric characters ... with assurance'' The Herald
Love Fortunes and Other Disasters
Author: Kimberly Karalius
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 1250063604
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 369
Book Description
Love is real in the town of Grimbaud and Fallon Dupree has dreamed of attending high school there for years. After all, generations of Dupree's have successfully followed the (100% accurate!) love fortunes from Zita's famous Love Charms Shop to happily marry their high school sweethearts. It's a tradition. So she is both stunned and devastated when her fortune states that she will NEVER find love. Fortunately, Fallon isn't the only student with a terrible love fortune, and a rebellion is brewing. Fallon is determined to take control of her own fate—even if it means working with a notorious heartbreaker like Sebastian. Will Fallon and Sebastian be able to overthrow Zita's tyranny and fall in love?
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 1250063604
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 369
Book Description
Love is real in the town of Grimbaud and Fallon Dupree has dreamed of attending high school there for years. After all, generations of Dupree's have successfully followed the (100% accurate!) love fortunes from Zita's famous Love Charms Shop to happily marry their high school sweethearts. It's a tradition. So she is both stunned and devastated when her fortune states that she will NEVER find love. Fortunately, Fallon isn't the only student with a terrible love fortune, and a rebellion is brewing. Fallon is determined to take control of her own fate—even if it means working with a notorious heartbreaker like Sebastian. Will Fallon and Sebastian be able to overthrow Zita's tyranny and fall in love?
The Space Between Time
Author: Charlie Laidlaw
Publisher: Accent Press Ltd
ISBN: 1786156954
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 331
Book Description
Emma Maria Rossini appears to be the luckiest girl in the world. She's the daughter of a beautiful and loving mother, and her father is one of the most famous film actors of his generation. She's also the granddaughter of a rather eccentric and obscure Italian astrophysicist. But as her seemingly charmed life begins to unravel, and Emma experiences love and tragedy, she ultimately finds solace in her once-derided grandfather's Theorem on the universe. The Space Between Time is humorous and poignant and offers the metaphor that we are all connected, even to those we have loved and not quite lost.
Publisher: Accent Press Ltd
ISBN: 1786156954
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 331
Book Description
Emma Maria Rossini appears to be the luckiest girl in the world. She's the daughter of a beautiful and loving mother, and her father is one of the most famous film actors of his generation. She's also the granddaughter of a rather eccentric and obscure Italian astrophysicist. But as her seemingly charmed life begins to unravel, and Emma experiences love and tragedy, she ultimately finds solace in her once-derided grandfather's Theorem on the universe. The Space Between Time is humorous and poignant and offers the metaphor that we are all connected, even to those we have loved and not quite lost.
Love Potions and Other Calamities
Author: Charlie Laidlaw
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781786157379
Category : Humorous stories
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
A comic tale of love, mystery and unintended consequences . . . Rosie McLeod, pub proprietor and a gifted herbalist of local renown, is thirty-nine and holding, but only just. The talons of her fortieth birthday are in her back and her bloody, bloody husband hasn't laid a lustful hand on her for months. Rosie sets out to discover if her husband is having an affair, using deductive powers based solely on the careful preparation of plants and herbs. But as her well-laid plans entirely fall apart, the sighting of a large black cat sets off another chain of events. Rosie now realises that a psychopath is on the loose and that she's been selected as his next victim. Praise for Charlie Laidlaw: 'Intriguing and compelling' Jodi Taylor 'Will have you laughing out loud at his cleverly drawn characters and adroit portrayal of Scottish village life' Lothian Life magazine 'He drives both the plot and the eccentric characters ... with assurance' The Herald
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781786157379
Category : Humorous stories
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
A comic tale of love, mystery and unintended consequences . . . Rosie McLeod, pub proprietor and a gifted herbalist of local renown, is thirty-nine and holding, but only just. The talons of her fortieth birthday are in her back and her bloody, bloody husband hasn't laid a lustful hand on her for months. Rosie sets out to discover if her husband is having an affair, using deductive powers based solely on the careful preparation of plants and herbs. But as her well-laid plans entirely fall apart, the sighting of a large black cat sets off another chain of events. Rosie now realises that a psychopath is on the loose and that she's been selected as his next victim. Praise for Charlie Laidlaw: 'Intriguing and compelling' Jodi Taylor 'Will have you laughing out loud at his cleverly drawn characters and adroit portrayal of Scottish village life' Lothian Life magazine 'He drives both the plot and the eccentric characters ... with assurance' The Herald
Worst Broommate Ever!
Author: Wanda Coven
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1398529214
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
The first book in the New York Times bestseller Middle School and Other Disasters series, witch-in-training Heidi Heckelbeck juggles magical mishaps and everyday mayhem at her new boarding school. Featuring black-and-white illustrations and doodles throughout and perfect for fans of Dork Diaries, The Worst Witch and Harper Drew! My name is Heidi Heckelbeck, my new school is magic and I am officially freaking out! Heidi is both excited and nervous to start at her new boarding school, Broomsfield Academy! She can't wait to start magical classes but her first day takes a turn for the worse when Heidi discovers her roommate (or "broommate" as they are known here) is none other than her old rival, Melanie Maplethorpe. Melanie is less than thrilled too, and the two find themselves engaged in an epic prank war. But when magic enters the mix, will the reluctant roommates go too far? Join Heidi and her friends for pranks, potions and magical misahaps in this bestselling series!
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1398529214
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
The first book in the New York Times bestseller Middle School and Other Disasters series, witch-in-training Heidi Heckelbeck juggles magical mishaps and everyday mayhem at her new boarding school. Featuring black-and-white illustrations and doodles throughout and perfect for fans of Dork Diaries, The Worst Witch and Harper Drew! My name is Heidi Heckelbeck, my new school is magic and I am officially freaking out! Heidi is both excited and nervous to start at her new boarding school, Broomsfield Academy! She can't wait to start magical classes but her first day takes a turn for the worse when Heidi discovers her roommate (or "broommate" as they are known here) is none other than her old rival, Melanie Maplethorpe. Melanie is less than thrilled too, and the two find themselves engaged in an epic prank war. But when magic enters the mix, will the reluctant roommates go too far? Join Heidi and her friends for pranks, potions and magical misahaps in this bestselling series!
Velvet
Author: Temple West
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 1250063612
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 417
Book Description
Equal parts steamy and funny, with a few genuinely creepy moments, this paranormal romance has everything -- compelling characters, plenty of witty banter, and a romance that just might be to die for. After losing both her parents before age 17, aspiring designer Caitlin Holte feels like her whole world has been turned upside down, and that was before she accidentally attracted the attention of a demon. Then, she learns that her hot, bad-boy neighbor, Adrian -- who might have just saved her life -- is actually a half-demon vampire. Suddenly, Caitlin is stuck with a vampire bodyguard who feels that the best way to protect her is to become her pretend boyfriend. Trouble is, Caitlin is starting to fall in love for real, while Adrian can never love a human. Caitlin trusts Adrian to keep her safe from his demon father, but will he be able to protect her heart? Temple West’s debut novel Velvet is a sexy, delightful romance chosen by readers like you for Macmillan's young adult imprint Swoon Reads. Praise for Velvet: “This romantic Twilight readalike shines with credible dialogue and fully developed characters.” —School Library Journal "Velvet is fun and very entertaining with snappy dialogue, awesome characters and some solid teen angst.” —The Windy Pages
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 1250063612
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 417
Book Description
Equal parts steamy and funny, with a few genuinely creepy moments, this paranormal romance has everything -- compelling characters, plenty of witty banter, and a romance that just might be to die for. After losing both her parents before age 17, aspiring designer Caitlin Holte feels like her whole world has been turned upside down, and that was before she accidentally attracted the attention of a demon. Then, she learns that her hot, bad-boy neighbor, Adrian -- who might have just saved her life -- is actually a half-demon vampire. Suddenly, Caitlin is stuck with a vampire bodyguard who feels that the best way to protect her is to become her pretend boyfriend. Trouble is, Caitlin is starting to fall in love for real, while Adrian can never love a human. Caitlin trusts Adrian to keep her safe from his demon father, but will he be able to protect her heart? Temple West’s debut novel Velvet is a sexy, delightful romance chosen by readers like you for Macmillan's young adult imprint Swoon Reads. Praise for Velvet: “This romantic Twilight readalike shines with credible dialogue and fully developed characters.” —School Library Journal "Velvet is fun and very entertaining with snappy dialogue, awesome characters and some solid teen angst.” —The Windy Pages
Weirdest Weekend Ever!
Author: Wanda Coven
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1665949252
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
In this hilarious fourth book in the Middle School and Other Disasters series that started with New York Times bestseller Worst Broommate Ever, witch-in-training Heidi Heckelbeck tries to keep magic hidden when Lucy Lancaster comes to visit. Featuring black-and-white illustrations and doodles throughout! It’s the annual Friends and Family Weekend at Broomsfield Academy, and Heidi is so excited for her best friend, Lucy Lancaster, to come visit! But opening the gates of the only school for witches-in-training to outsiders can get complicated… Mrs. Kettledrum warns the students that things might go haywire with the influx of extra energy from the visitors. Still, with guests wearing the charmed bracelets the students made, there’s no need to worry—right?
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1665949252
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
In this hilarious fourth book in the Middle School and Other Disasters series that started with New York Times bestseller Worst Broommate Ever, witch-in-training Heidi Heckelbeck tries to keep magic hidden when Lucy Lancaster comes to visit. Featuring black-and-white illustrations and doodles throughout! It’s the annual Friends and Family Weekend at Broomsfield Academy, and Heidi is so excited for her best friend, Lucy Lancaster, to come visit! But opening the gates of the only school for witches-in-training to outsiders can get complicated… Mrs. Kettledrum warns the students that things might go haywire with the influx of extra energy from the visitors. Still, with guests wearing the charmed bracelets the students made, there’s no need to worry—right?
The Argonaut
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : San Francisco (Calif.)
Languages : en
Pages : 452
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : San Francisco (Calif.)
Languages : en
Pages : 452
Book Description
The Deadly Fae
Author: Terry Spear
Publisher: Terry Spear
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Princess Ritasia misses the adventure of getting her brother and cousins out of trouble, but when the hawk fae king arrives to court her, she becomes involved in trouble nothing like she’s ever faced before. The hawk fae king, Tiernan, must find a bride, but being a tyrant king, or so his people believe, he must find a woman who would help him to change his people’s view of how he and his queen shall rule. Princess Ritasia isn’t anything like what he’d envision his queen would be like. Rough and tumble, unafraid of danger, and speaking her mind, the lady might just be the one for him. The princess believes the king is a tyrant, at least at times. But she discovers he’s not all that he seems, and she wants to learn even more. The problem is that Ritasia stumbles across an ancient queen’s magical artifact and nothing will ever be the same between her people, his, and what is dug up at the ancient fae dig site.
Publisher: Terry Spear
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Princess Ritasia misses the adventure of getting her brother and cousins out of trouble, but when the hawk fae king arrives to court her, she becomes involved in trouble nothing like she’s ever faced before. The hawk fae king, Tiernan, must find a bride, but being a tyrant king, or so his people believe, he must find a woman who would help him to change his people’s view of how he and his queen shall rule. Princess Ritasia isn’t anything like what he’d envision his queen would be like. Rough and tumble, unafraid of danger, and speaking her mind, the lady might just be the one for him. The princess believes the king is a tyrant, at least at times. But she discovers he’s not all that he seems, and she wants to learn even more. The problem is that Ritasia stumbles across an ancient queen’s magical artifact and nothing will ever be the same between her people, his, and what is dug up at the ancient fae dig site.
Rural Life in Bengal
Author: Colesworthey Grant
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bengal (India)
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bengal (India)
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description