Author: M.G. Leonard
Publisher: Chicken House
ISBN: 1911077376
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
Cruel beetle fashionista, Lucretia Cutter, is at large with her yellow ladybird spies - and she has a devious plan. Darkus, Virginia and Bertolt are determined to stop her, but Darkus's dad is dead set against their involvement. Hope rests on Novak, Lucretia's daughter and a Hollywood actress, but the beetle diva is always one scuttle ahead ...
The Battle of the Beetles 2: Beetle Queen
Author: M.G. Leonard
Publisher: Chicken House
ISBN: 1911077376
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
Cruel beetle fashionista, Lucretia Cutter, is at large with her yellow ladybird spies - and she has a devious plan. Darkus, Virginia and Bertolt are determined to stop her, but Darkus's dad is dead set against their involvement. Hope rests on Novak, Lucretia's daughter and a Hollywood actress, but the beetle diva is always one scuttle ahead ...
Publisher: Chicken House
ISBN: 1911077376
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
Cruel beetle fashionista, Lucretia Cutter, is at large with her yellow ladybird spies - and she has a devious plan. Darkus, Virginia and Bertolt are determined to stop her, but Darkus's dad is dead set against their involvement. Hope rests on Novak, Lucretia's daughter and a Hollywood actress, but the beetle diva is always one scuttle ahead ...
A Queen's Revenge
Author: StoryBuddiesPlay
Publisher: StoryBuddiesPlay
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 89
Book Description
Dive into a world of palace intrigue and thrilling revenge in "Warrior Queen's Revenge: A Hidden Chamber Unveils Dark Secrets." Parvati, a warrior forced from her throne, now walks the halls of the palace disguised as a lowly guard. Haunted by the betrayal that took her queenly life, she yearns for justice. A chance encounter leads her to a hidden chamber, whispering secrets of the past. Unravel the secrets alongside Parvati as she deciphers cryptic clues and uncovers a web of deceit. Queen Chandra's journals, filled with memories of a past life, become the key to exposing the conspiracy that stole her crown. But the path to vengeance is fraught with danger. Can Parvati navigate the treacherous court politics, win the trust of unlikely allies, and ultimately reclaim her birthright? Unmask the Conspirators: General Varnan, a war hero with a hidden past, and the cunning advisor Rajguru, shrouded in an aura of suspicion, are just a few of the characters who will keep you guessing. Will Parvati be able to discern friend from foe in this game of thrones? A Kingdom on the Brink: As Parvati delves deeper into the conspiracy, she unearths a plot that threatens the very foundation of the kingdom. Unmask the truth behind the "Crimson Sands" mission, a covert operation gone wrong, and witness how it becomes a tool for manipulation and personal gain. From Guard to Queen: Witness Parvati's transformation from a warrior in hiding to a queen wielding the power of truth. Her journey is one of courage, resilience, and the unwavering pursuit of justice. Unveil the Hidden Chamber: Explore the hidden passages and secret compartments of the palace alongside Parvati. Each discovery brings her closer to the truth, but also puts her in ever-increasing danger. Unleash the Warrior Queen: Join Parvati in her fight for vengeance. With her skills honed in battle and a heart burning with righteous fury, she will stop at nothing to reclaim her throne and expose the darkness that festered within the palace walls. "Warrior Queen's Revenge: A Hidden Chamber Unveils Dark Secrets" is a captivating tale of betrayal, revenge, and the unwavering pursuit of justice. It's perfect for readers who enjoy courtly intrigue, thrilling mysteries, and the rise of a powerful queen.
Publisher: StoryBuddiesPlay
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 89
Book Description
Dive into a world of palace intrigue and thrilling revenge in "Warrior Queen's Revenge: A Hidden Chamber Unveils Dark Secrets." Parvati, a warrior forced from her throne, now walks the halls of the palace disguised as a lowly guard. Haunted by the betrayal that took her queenly life, she yearns for justice. A chance encounter leads her to a hidden chamber, whispering secrets of the past. Unravel the secrets alongside Parvati as she deciphers cryptic clues and uncovers a web of deceit. Queen Chandra's journals, filled with memories of a past life, become the key to exposing the conspiracy that stole her crown. But the path to vengeance is fraught with danger. Can Parvati navigate the treacherous court politics, win the trust of unlikely allies, and ultimately reclaim her birthright? Unmask the Conspirators: General Varnan, a war hero with a hidden past, and the cunning advisor Rajguru, shrouded in an aura of suspicion, are just a few of the characters who will keep you guessing. Will Parvati be able to discern friend from foe in this game of thrones? A Kingdom on the Brink: As Parvati delves deeper into the conspiracy, she unearths a plot that threatens the very foundation of the kingdom. Unmask the truth behind the "Crimson Sands" mission, a covert operation gone wrong, and witness how it becomes a tool for manipulation and personal gain. From Guard to Queen: Witness Parvati's transformation from a warrior in hiding to a queen wielding the power of truth. Her journey is one of courage, resilience, and the unwavering pursuit of justice. Unveil the Hidden Chamber: Explore the hidden passages and secret compartments of the palace alongside Parvati. Each discovery brings her closer to the truth, but also puts her in ever-increasing danger. Unleash the Warrior Queen: Join Parvati in her fight for vengeance. With her skills honed in battle and a heart burning with righteous fury, she will stop at nothing to reclaim her throne and expose the darkness that festered within the palace walls. "Warrior Queen's Revenge: A Hidden Chamber Unveils Dark Secrets" is a captivating tale of betrayal, revenge, and the unwavering pursuit of justice. It's perfect for readers who enjoy courtly intrigue, thrilling mysteries, and the rise of a powerful queen.
The Dark Queen's Revenge
Author: Sue Mongredien
Publisher: Usborne Books
ISBN: 9781409506409
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Disaster! The mermaid palace is being attacked by the Dark Queen who wants to rule the oceans. Can brave Molly find a way to stop her and save the Undersea Kingdom?"--Publisher.
Publisher: Usborne Books
ISBN: 9781409506409
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Disaster! The mermaid palace is being attacked by the Dark Queen who wants to rule the oceans. Can brave Molly find a way to stop her and save the Undersea Kingdom?"--Publisher.
The Frozen Stars
Author: Matt Goodall
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781601254955
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Continuing their search for Baba Yaga, the heroes take the Dancing Hut to the planet of Triaxus, seventh world in Golarion's solar system, now in the middle of its decades-long winter. The heroes soon find themselves embroiled in a conflict between the dragonriders of the Skyfire Mandate and the barbarian armies of a white dragon warlord in their hunt for more clues to the whereabouts of Baba Yaga. Will the PCs ally with one of the warring factions to get the information they need, or will their quest come to an end on a distant, alien world? Continuing the Reign of Winter Adventure Path, The Frozen Stars is a Pathfinder Roleplaying Game adventure for 10th-level characters that includes a double-sized gazetteer detailing the borderlands between the Skyfire Mandate and the Drakelands of Triaxus, several new monsters, and new fiction in the Pathfinder's Journal by Kevin Andrew Murphy.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781601254955
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Continuing their search for Baba Yaga, the heroes take the Dancing Hut to the planet of Triaxus, seventh world in Golarion's solar system, now in the middle of its decades-long winter. The heroes soon find themselves embroiled in a conflict between the dragonriders of the Skyfire Mandate and the barbarian armies of a white dragon warlord in their hunt for more clues to the whereabouts of Baba Yaga. Will the PCs ally with one of the warring factions to get the information they need, or will their quest come to an end on a distant, alien world? Continuing the Reign of Winter Adventure Path, The Frozen Stars is a Pathfinder Roleplaying Game adventure for 10th-level characters that includes a double-sized gazetteer detailing the borderlands between the Skyfire Mandate and the Drakelands of Triaxus, several new monsters, and new fiction in the Pathfinder's Journal by Kevin Andrew Murphy.
The Queen's Resistance
Author: Rebecca Ross
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062471406
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 421
Book Description
From Rebecca Ross, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Divine Rivals, comes the captivating sequel to the Renaissance France–inspired epic fantasy The Queen’s Rising. Finally, Brienna is a mistress of knowledge. But now, she faces a new challenge: In her role as the daughter of lord Davin MacQuinn, she must win the approval of the other MacQuinns. Additionally, as Queen Isolde’s closest confidant, Brienna is responsible for balancing her role in her father’s House with serving her country. And then there’s Cartier. Aodhan Morgane, formerly Cartier Évariste, is slowly adjusting to his role as lord of a fallen House. After he and Brienna discover a mysterious boy who captures their hearts, he starts to wonder what it would be like if he didn’t have to raise the boy—or his House—by himself. But, for now, Brienna and Cartier must put their feelings aside, as resistance is rumbling among the old regime’s supporters. Any weakness will be exploited, and love is the greatest liability of all.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062471406
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 421
Book Description
From Rebecca Ross, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Divine Rivals, comes the captivating sequel to the Renaissance France–inspired epic fantasy The Queen’s Rising. Finally, Brienna is a mistress of knowledge. But now, she faces a new challenge: In her role as the daughter of lord Davin MacQuinn, she must win the approval of the other MacQuinns. Additionally, as Queen Isolde’s closest confidant, Brienna is responsible for balancing her role in her father’s House with serving her country. And then there’s Cartier. Aodhan Morgane, formerly Cartier Évariste, is slowly adjusting to his role as lord of a fallen House. After he and Brienna discover a mysterious boy who captures their hearts, he starts to wonder what it would be like if he didn’t have to raise the boy—or his House—by himself. But, for now, Brienna and Cartier must put their feelings aside, as resistance is rumbling among the old regime’s supporters. Any weakness will be exploited, and love is the greatest liability of all.
Revenge of the Girl With the Great Personality
Author: Elizabeth Eulberg
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 0545520789
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
A hilarious new novel from Elizabeth Eulberg about taking the wall out of the wallflower so she can bloom. Don't mess with a Girl with a Great Personality.Everybody loves Lexi. She's popular, smart, funny ... but she's never been one of those girls, the pretty ones, who get all the attention from guys. And on top of that, her seven-year-old sister, Mackenzie, is a terror in a tiara, part of a pageant scene where she gets praised for her beauty (with the help of fake hair and tons of makeup). Lexi's sick of it. She's sick of being the girl who hears about kisses instead of getting them. She's sick of being ignored by her longtime crush, Logan. She's sick of being taken for granted by her pageant-obsessed mom. And she's sick of having all her family's money wasted on a phony pursuit of perfection.The time has come for Lexi to step out from the sidelines. Girls without great personalities aren't going to know what hit them. Because Lexi's going to play the beauty game -- and she's in it to win it.
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 0545520789
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
A hilarious new novel from Elizabeth Eulberg about taking the wall out of the wallflower so she can bloom. Don't mess with a Girl with a Great Personality.Everybody loves Lexi. She's popular, smart, funny ... but she's never been one of those girls, the pretty ones, who get all the attention from guys. And on top of that, her seven-year-old sister, Mackenzie, is a terror in a tiara, part of a pageant scene where she gets praised for her beauty (with the help of fake hair and tons of makeup). Lexi's sick of it. She's sick of being the girl who hears about kisses instead of getting them. She's sick of being ignored by her longtime crush, Logan. She's sick of being taken for granted by her pageant-obsessed mom. And she's sick of having all her family's money wasted on a phony pursuit of perfection.The time has come for Lexi to step out from the sidelines. Girls without great personalities aren't going to know what hit them. Because Lexi's going to play the beauty game -- and she's in it to win it.
A Queen's Game
Author: Eri Leigh
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 780
Book Description
A commoner turned noble. A Queen cast aside. A lady half forgotten. A court filled with lies. Marietta: A half-elven commoner, abducted and forced into marriage with an elven lord. Valeriya: A Queen without power, undermining the husband she loathes for the legacy she craves. Elyse: A lady with untold potential, determined to remain unseen. In Enomenos, everyone is equal. In Syllogi, the elves rule over all. When war breaks out between them, Marietta finds herself at the center of the conflict in the elven city-state of Satiros. She must make a choice: fight for her freedom or fight for her people. When Queen Valeriya first learns of Marietta, she digs into her past. What she finds is a weapon to wield against the court-and a chance to dethrone the King. Elyse is thrust from the shadows and into the light when the King learns of her innate ability to control magic. Her life grows more complicated when a flirtatious foreign lord fights for her love. All three soon discover their choices shape the future of Satiros. Who can they trust, and which lies will be the most devastating of all? If you love books with royalty and aristocracy, elves and humans, and strong female leads, then you will love this adult fantasy romance book. A Queen's Game blends royalty, fantasy, romance, and political intrigue for an unforgettable story that will leave you guessing until the end.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 780
Book Description
A commoner turned noble. A Queen cast aside. A lady half forgotten. A court filled with lies. Marietta: A half-elven commoner, abducted and forced into marriage with an elven lord. Valeriya: A Queen without power, undermining the husband she loathes for the legacy she craves. Elyse: A lady with untold potential, determined to remain unseen. In Enomenos, everyone is equal. In Syllogi, the elves rule over all. When war breaks out between them, Marietta finds herself at the center of the conflict in the elven city-state of Satiros. She must make a choice: fight for her freedom or fight for her people. When Queen Valeriya first learns of Marietta, she digs into her past. What she finds is a weapon to wield against the court-and a chance to dethrone the King. Elyse is thrust from the shadows and into the light when the King learns of her innate ability to control magic. Her life grows more complicated when a flirtatious foreign lord fights for her love. All three soon discover their choices shape the future of Satiros. Who can they trust, and which lies will be the most devastating of all? If you love books with royalty and aristocracy, elves and humans, and strong female leads, then you will love this adult fantasy romance book. A Queen's Game blends royalty, fantasy, romance, and political intrigue for an unforgettable story that will leave you guessing until the end.
Revenge of the Chili Queens
Author: Kylie Logan
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0425262448
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
National bestselling author Kylie Logan takes the chili cook-off circuit to southern Texas to prove that revenge is a dish best served hot... Everyone in San Antonio remembers the Alamo, but how many remember the Chili Queens? Back in the early twentieth century, these spicy señoras sold their lip-smacking chili in plazas all around the city. Now, as part of the Chili Showdown, Maxie and her half-sister, Sylvia, are dressing up as the Chili Queens to raise money for charity. But someone wasn’t feeling too charitable toward a local troubadour, who is murdered at the fundraiser. When their friend Nick Falcone, head of security for the Showdown, actually becomes the prime suspect, it’s up to Maxie and Sylvia to turn the heat up on a killer, who’s planning a chili reception for them... INCLUDES DELICIOUS RECIPES!
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0425262448
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
National bestselling author Kylie Logan takes the chili cook-off circuit to southern Texas to prove that revenge is a dish best served hot... Everyone in San Antonio remembers the Alamo, but how many remember the Chili Queens? Back in the early twentieth century, these spicy señoras sold their lip-smacking chili in plazas all around the city. Now, as part of the Chili Showdown, Maxie and her half-sister, Sylvia, are dressing up as the Chili Queens to raise money for charity. But someone wasn’t feeling too charitable toward a local troubadour, who is murdered at the fundraiser. When their friend Nick Falcone, head of security for the Showdown, actually becomes the prime suspect, it’s up to Maxie and Sylvia to turn the heat up on a killer, who’s planning a chili reception for them... INCLUDES DELICIOUS RECIPES!
When These Mountains Burn
Author: David Joy
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0525536884
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
Winner of the 2020 Dashiell Hammett Award for Literary Excellence in Crime Writing Acclaimed author and "remarkably gifted storyteller" (The Charlotte Observer) David Joy returns with a fierce and tender tale of a father, an addict, a lawman, and the explosive events that come to unite them. When his addict son gets in deep with his dealer, it takes everything Raymond Mathis has to bail him out of trouble one last time. Frustrated by the slow pace and limitations of the law, Raymond decides to take matters into his own hands. After a workplace accident left him out of a job and in pain, Denny Rattler has spent years chasing his next high. He supports his habit through careful theft, following strict rules that keep him under the radar and out of jail. But when faced with opportunities too easy to resist, Denny makes two choices that change everything. For months, the DEA has been chasing the drug supply in the mountains to no avail, when a lead--just one word--sets one agent on a path to crack the case wide open . . . but he'll need help from the most unexpected quarter. As chance brings together these men from different sides of a relentless epidemic, each may come to find that his opportunity for redemption lies with the others.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0525536884
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
Winner of the 2020 Dashiell Hammett Award for Literary Excellence in Crime Writing Acclaimed author and "remarkably gifted storyteller" (The Charlotte Observer) David Joy returns with a fierce and tender tale of a father, an addict, a lawman, and the explosive events that come to unite them. When his addict son gets in deep with his dealer, it takes everything Raymond Mathis has to bail him out of trouble one last time. Frustrated by the slow pace and limitations of the law, Raymond decides to take matters into his own hands. After a workplace accident left him out of a job and in pain, Denny Rattler has spent years chasing his next high. He supports his habit through careful theft, following strict rules that keep him under the radar and out of jail. But when faced with opportunities too easy to resist, Denny makes two choices that change everything. For months, the DEA has been chasing the drug supply in the mountains to no avail, when a lead--just one word--sets one agent on a path to crack the case wide open . . . but he'll need help from the most unexpected quarter. As chance brings together these men from different sides of a relentless epidemic, each may come to find that his opportunity for redemption lies with the others.
Return of the Dark Queen (Book 6)
Author: EDC Publishing
Publisher: Usborne
ISBN: 9780794536848
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 91
Book Description
Can you keep a secret? By day, Molly Holmes is just like any other little girl, but by night, she becomes the secret mermaid in this magical series. Far out in the ocean live the Shell-Keeper mermaids. While the rest of the world sleeps, one little girl joins them for some magical mermaid adventures. Disaster has struck - the Dark Queen has captured the last piece of the magical conch shell! Unless Molly and the Shell-Keepers can stop her, she will seize control of the ocean, and cast her wicked spell over all the undersea creatures...
Publisher: Usborne
ISBN: 9780794536848
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 91
Book Description
Can you keep a secret? By day, Molly Holmes is just like any other little girl, but by night, she becomes the secret mermaid in this magical series. Far out in the ocean live the Shell-Keeper mermaids. While the rest of the world sleeps, one little girl joins them for some magical mermaid adventures. Disaster has struck - the Dark Queen has captured the last piece of the magical conch shell! Unless Molly and the Shell-Keepers can stop her, she will seize control of the ocean, and cast her wicked spell over all the undersea creatures...