Author: Vic James
Publisher: Del Rey
ISBN: 0425284131
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320
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MAGIC RULES. WE SERVE. In a darkly fantastical debut set in modern-day Britain, magic users control everything: wealth, politics, power—and you. If you’re not one of the ultimate one-percenters—the magical elite—you owe them ten years of service. Do those years when you’re old, and you’ll never get through them. Do them young, and you’ll never get over them. This is the darkly decadent world of Gilded Cage. In its glittering milieu move the all-powerful Jardines and the everyday Hadleys. The families have only one thing in common: Each has three children. But their destinies entwine when one family enters the service of the other. They will all discover whether any magic is more powerful than the human spirit. Have a quick ten years. . . . Look for all three books in the mesmerizing Dark Gifts trilogy: GILDED CAGE • TARNISHED CITY • BRIGHT RUIN Praise for Gilded Cage “Beautifully characterised and compellingly plotted, Gilded Cage is an impressive debut.”—The Guardian “Exquisitely wicked . . . a lavishly opulent, yet brutally vivid, alternate England which subtly questions modern beliefs . . . If ever there was a speculative fiction book that captured the zeitgeist of an era this is it.”—SFFWorld “An alternate modern-day England where enticing drama and social unrest mix with aristocratic scandal and glamorous magic . . . conjuring up the specters of Les Misérables and Downton Abbey . . . an absorbing first installment that presages an intriguing new fantasy series.”—Kirkus Reviews “Gilded Cage is a heart-pounding combination of dark magic, political revolution, and forbidden romance that had me addicted from the first page!”—Danielle L. Jensen, USA Today bestselling author of The Malediction Trilogy “Devious and deliciously dark with lashings of magic, mystery, and mayhem, this juggernaut of a book will keep you hanging on by your fingernails until the very last page.”—Taran Matharu, New York Times bestselling author of the Summoner series “A dark and intriguing vision of an alternate, magic-drenched Britain, Gilded Cage kept me up long into the night.”—Aliette de Bodard, author of The House of Shattered Wings
Author: Shelley Freydont
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 042527585X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 366
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The author of A Gilded Grave returns to Newport, Rhode Island, at the close of the nineteenth century, where headstrong heiress Deanna Randolph must solve another murder among the social elite. With her mother in Europe, Deanna is staying with the Ballard family, who agree to chaperone her through the summer season and guide her toward an advantageous marriage proposal—or so her mother hopes. Relishing her new freedom, Deanna is more interested in buying one of the fashionable new bathing costumes, joining a ladies’ bicycling club, and befriending an actress named Amabelle Deeks, all of which would scandalize her mother. Far more scandalous is the discovery of a young man bludgeoned to death on the conservatory floor at Bonheur, the Ballards’ sumptuous “cottage.” Deanna recognizes him as an actor who performed at the birthday fete for a prominent judge the night before. But why was he at Bonheur? And where is Amabelle? Concerned her new friend may be in danger—or worse—Deanna enlists the help of her intrepid maid, Elspeth, and her former beau, Joe Ballard, to find Amabelle before the villain of this drama demands an encore.
Author: Peg Kehret
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101661526
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 161
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Kit never means to steal the bracelet; it is just a dumb mistake. But when she is caught Kit is sentenced to twenty hours of volunteer work at the humane society. Kit knows how it feels to be stuck in a cage like those animals and soon she begins to learn that the key to her own cage is right in front of her. "Readers will relate to [Kit's] anguish and her spirit and courage." -Booklist
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Category : England
Languages : en
Pages : 888
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Author: Sharon Kendrick
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1459230221
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 143
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A one-night stand with a sheikh turns a wedding planner’s life upside down in this contemporary romance by a USA Today–bestselling author. Stop the Press: Unexpected Baby Shock for Sheikh and Jackson Party-girl! Unconfirmed sources report that celebrity wedding planner Ella Jackson is pregnant! Currently single, Miss Jackson caused quite a stir at her princess-to-be sister’s royal-studded engagement party last month when she tossed a glass of vintage champagne over Sheikh Hassan Al Abbas following a very public argument. What happened in private is anybody’s guess. But a palace insider confirmed that Miss Jackson was seen leaving the Sheikh’s opulent suite the morning after the party. . . . Could this Cinder-Ella beat her sister to a royal title . . . and a royal heir?
Author: A. L. O. E.
Publisher:
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Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 240
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Author: Charlotte Maria Tucker
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 126
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"The Crown of Success" by Charlotte Maria Tucker, also known as A.L.O.E. (A Lady of England), is a children's book that tells the story of a character's pursuit of success. Through this engaging narrative, Tucker imparts valuable life lessons and moral teachings to young readers. The central theme of the book revolves around the journey towards achieving success, emphasizing essential values such as determination, hard work, and perseverance. As readers follow the protagonist's endeavors, they are encouraged to embrace these virtues in their own lives. While the specific plot and characters may vary from one of A.L.O.E.'s works to another, her storytelling consistently serves as a source of inspiration for young readers. Through relatable characters and relatable challenges, the book aims to motivate children to pursue their goals and make virtuous choices. "The Crown of Success" is part of A.L.O.E.'s broader body of work, which encompasses various children's stories and novels. Her writing is known for its ability to convey positive messages, instill moral values, and encourage young readers to strive for excellence in all aspects of life. As with her other works, this book contributes to the enduring legacy of children's literature, providing both entertainment and edification for generations of readers.
Author: Khwaja Ahmad Abbas
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Languages : en
Pages : 134
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Author: Pratyusha Shahi
Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers
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Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 72
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Author: Clyde V. Collard
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1465343733
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 436
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You are invited into the imaginary world of elves, faeries, wizards, witches, giants, trolls, and demons. Herein is the tale of a boy and his dog, the eternal struggle of good and evil, and the final, fiery battle of Armageddon. Manfred sets out on his journey to acquire knowledge from a Possessor of Knowledge in the East and finds instead that the journey itself is all that matters for journeys never end. Before he reaches his destination he is drawn into the conflict against the Evil One and, as a now assertive young man, becomes the leader of the forces of good. He is joined in his adventurous travels by his wise and faithful dog Chad, the indomitable Robin, the elf Swane, Princess Beauty, towering Giant, Ama the warrior woman, and Warrior the indefatigable swordsman.
