Author: S.C. Selvyn
Publisher: Avylaan Kingdom Press LLC
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 354
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"Avatar: The Last Airbender meets Maze Runner" in this inspirational fantasy adventure! When four children are told their elemental gifts will leave them cursed, they must make a life-changing choice: explore the treacherous reaches of the Ildarwood in a desperate attempt to change their fates, or surrender to a life as outcasts. “Fall of the Forsaken” is the harrowing precursor to the Trials of Ildarwood series, an intricately-woven epic fantasy series. Taking place nineteen years before the prologue in “Spectres of the Fall,” this inspiring tale provides a brief yet exciting introduction to an imaginative world with vast lore, diverse cultures, and a fascinating history. The Ildarwood is calling. The adventure of a lifetime is about to begin!
Author: S.C. Selvyn
Publisher: Avylaan Kingdom Press LLC
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 910
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For nearly 10,000 years, the Trials have been a sacred tradition... But when all of the twelve-year-old children in Ranewood are banished into the nearest spectral forest, they quickly realize that the Ildarwood is not nearly as safe as they were told. Stalked by faceless hunters whose souls have been ravaged by Trials past, the children - now Ildarbound - must learn to control one of nine elements from the spirit realm to save the Ildarwood, their families, and themselves from an ancient spectral Blight. Who will master their abilities and rise to fight the growing threat? And who will lose their souls to the faceless hunters? Their stories are about to unfold… The Trials of Ildarwood: Spectres of the Fall is the illustrated first book in S.C. Selvyn's debut epic fantasy series. Written for imaginative teens and adults alike, there is something for everyone in this intricately-woven tale about incredible children who must learn how to use their unique gifts, not just to survive... but to thrive! Read it once, and you are bound to be inspired. Read it twice, and you'll uncover countless hidden layers that add incredible depth to the story's already rich details. This edition includes a map of Ranewood, twenty-eight chapter illustrations, and an appendix with detailed lore about the world of the Ildarwood.
Author: Dr. Richard Gunderman
Publisher: 'The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc'
ISBN: 1499471130
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
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Marie Curie is the only woman in history to win the Nobel Prize in two fields—physics and chemistry. Her amazing story and groundbreaking work are the subjects of this essential volume, notable for incorporating personal documents, photographs, and other primary sources to support the details of Curie’s life. Readers will recognize the heroism of Curie in the face of great challenges. For example, women in Poland during Curie’s school years could not obtain a university degree—she had to travel to France to study. They will also appreciate how Curie’s work in X-ray technology was applied to medicine, saving the lives of millions.
Author: Vibhor Tewari
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781684876808
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 120
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The ruins of the crown is a story set in a fictional world and revolves around the life of Chandrasekhar, an exiled prince who is trying to rebuild an army along with his friend Akula and Swanraabhaya to reclaim his kingdom. It is not as easy as it seems because there is a threat from the Shadow Empire. Will Chandrasekhar be able to reclaim his home or will he die trying? This is a story full of adventure and fun to read.
Author: Cecilia Elizabeth O'Leary
Publisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 0691188505
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 380
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July Fourth, "The Star-Spangled Banner," Memorial Day, and the pledge of allegiance are typically thought of as timeless and consensual representations of a national, American culture. In fact, as Cecilia O'Leary shows, most trappings of the nation's icons were modern inventions that were deeply and bitterly contested. While the Civil War determined the survival of the Union, what it meant to be a loyal American remained an open question as the struggle to make a nation moved off of the battlefields and into cultural and political terrain. Drawing upon a wide variety of original sources, O'Leary's interdisciplinary study explores the conflict over what events and icons would be inscribed into national memory, what traditions would be invented to establish continuity with a "suitable past," who would be exemplified as national heroes, and whether ethnic, regional, and other identities could coexist with loyalty to the nation. This book traces the origins, development, and consolidation of patriotic cultures in the United States from the latter half of the nineteenth century up to World War I, a period in which the country emerged as a modern nation-state. Until patriotism became a government-dominated affair in the twentieth century, culture wars raged throughout civil society over who had the authority to speak for the nation: Black Americans, women's organizations, workers, immigrants, and activists all spoke out and deeply influenced America's public life. Not until World War I, when the government joined forces with right-wing organizations and vigilante groups, did a racially exclusive, culturally conformist, militaristic patriotism finally triumph, albeit temporarily, over more progressive, egalitarian visions. As O'Leary suggests, the paradox of American patriotism remains with us. Are nationalism and democratic forms of citizenship compatible? What binds a nation so divided by regions, languages, ethnicity, racism, gender, and class? The most thought-provoking question of this complex book is, Who gets to claim the American flag and determine the meanings of the republic for which it stands?
Author: Jane Smiley
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 1524718130
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 194
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The first book in a new horse trilogy from Pulitzer Prize winner Jane Smiley starring a feisty young rider. Eleven-year-old Ellen is a spunky—and occasionally misbehaving—young riding student. Her teacher Abby Lovitt (who readers might recognize from The Georges and the Jewels) is a high school student who introduces her to jumping, dressage techniques, and most importantly, Ned. Ned is a colt who used to be a racehorse, until he hurt his leg and moved to Abby’s ranch. Ellen and Ned seem to understand each other, and their companionship is immediate. But Ellen is only allowed to go to riding lessons when she behaves at school. And with all that’s going on, from learning that she’s adopted to finding out her parents are adopting a new baby, it’s harder than ever for Ellen to pay attention and behave in class and at home. Will Ellen be able to spend more time on the ranch with Ned? And will her parents ever let her have a horse of her own?
Author: Meg Cowley
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 762
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She stole a powerful artefact. He resurrected an ancient evil. They are mortal enemies and only one can survive... but both of them may be doomed in this heartrending saga of intrigue and betrayal. When orphan Harper takes a legendary Dragonheart, she unwittingly signs her own death warrant. Searching for the elven king's missing Dragonheart is his ruthless spymaster Dimitri - who has his own secret agenda to revolutionise the Kingdom of Pelenor - but the Dragonheart is only the beginning. To further his cause, Dimitri raises a revolutionary from beyond the grave. He realises too late that he did not raise an ally... but a dark, ancient power, hell bent on revenge. And Dimitri is bound to his cause. Trapped and thrust into the middle of rising conflict, Harper and Dimitri are forced to ally to survive. When Harper unexpectedly uncovers her identity, the truth will pit all against her, for Harper holds great darkness within her, yet, she is the crux to prevailing against the oncoming cataclysm. War comes for Pelenor. The Dark One will have his dominion. The ultimate sacrifice will be required - but who will give it, and will it be enough? Resilience and the strength to stand in the face of adversity is tested in this powerful epic fantasy series of morally grey characters, loyalty and romance, betrayal and intrigue, and a desperate struggle against impending devastation that has left thousands of readers wanting more. Praise for the series includes; ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "It pulled on every single emotion available to the soul. You will laugh, you will cry, you will smile, you will want more." - Goodreads Reviewer ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "An epic ending in the best of high fantasy. The mixture of good and evil, darkness and light, and hope and despair carries you through from the first page to the last." - Amazon Reviewer ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "I couldn't put it down. The characters are so well written and believable they are almost real." - Amazon Reviewer ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "The best fantasy series I've read in recent years." - Amazon Reviewer ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "A wild ride from the beginning. I sobbed at several parts. Meg has done such a great job of making me truly care for these characters." - Amazon Reviewer The Chronicles of Pelenor is perfect for fans of Sylvia Mercedes' Venatrix Chronicles, JA Andrews' The Keeper Chronicles, and Elise Kova's Air Awakens, who love richly woven sagas of characters striving to overcome adversity from within and without, against a backdrop of an epic-scale world that comes alive on the page. This is a complete series collection including Heart of Dragons, Court of Shadows, Order of Valxiron, and Mark of Fate. Read the Chronicles of Pelenor now for just 99c, or free in Kindle Unlimited.
Author: Kyra Gregory
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 340
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They took them from their homes. They might not be the first to fight back. But can they be the first to win? When Skye is dragged away from home in broad daylight, along with a hundred others, she knows nobody is coming to their rescue. Brought to a place thought to have been uninhabited since the world first ended, they serve one purpose; to colonise the Epizon's reclaimed lands. Once able to live her life as she wished, even in secret, their every move is now watched, their days spent doing the will of the Governor, caught in the middle of a war between those that brought them there, and the people the land was stolen from. But abiding by the rules has never been Skye's strong suit and, before long, living beneath the rule of corrupt and violent wardens pushes her to find a way out. One way or another, she'll be free of this place-even if it means death. If you like headstrong protagonists, enemies to lovers, found family, and tales of rebellion, you will adore this intense, high-stakes series.
Author: T M Franklin
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 240
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Is she a powerful witch . . . or is it all in her head? When Neve awakens in a hospital room, cuffed to the bed, the only thing she knows is her name. Her doctor says she's been a patient at the Blackbriar Institute for most of her life, that she's been battling mental illness since she was a small child . . . that bouts of amnesia are common with her condition. But something doesn't add up. And weird things keep happening. Sparks erupt from her fingertips and wishes inexplicably come true. Neve has visions of a woman claiming to be her sister, warning that she's in danger. Is it all a delusion? Then there's Torbin, the mysterious man in her therapy group with fathomless pain in his dark eyes. At first he seems to hate her, but Neve feels drawn to him in ways she can't explain. Together, Neve and Torbin must uncover the secrets of the Institute and fight their way to freedom. Along the way, Neve will discover power beyond her imagination . . . and a love she never thought possible. Of Snow and Roses is a magical adventure inspired by the fairy tale, Snow White & Rose Red. If you like contemporary fantasy with plenty of twists, turns, and a splash of romance, you'll love this modern twist on a classic. Download today!
Author: Burt Kempner
Publisher: Burt Kempner
ISBN: 9781535609807
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
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Rosa Martinez is seriously ill. She has the loving support of her mother and grandfather and a doctor who takes good care of her. But she also has a secret weapon. Rosa can summon five tigers to come to her aid when she's ailing or in big trouble. Her disease may think it has the upper hand for now, but wait until it encounters Gautama, Arik, Vashti, Selena and Quan--the five fierce tigers of Rosa Martinez. Young readers will delight in their daring adventures and who knows: they may even be able to call forth guardian animals of their own when they need them.
