Author: Sara Marshall-Ball
Publisher: Myriad Editions
ISBN: 1908434597
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 495
Book Description
Haunting, mysterious and often shocking, Hush is the story of what happens when we find we cannot speak, even to those we love most. Lily Emmett has suffered from selective mutism since childhood and still struggles to see the value of everyday speech. Her sister, Connie, has always spoken for her, and her partner, Richard, has learnt to translate her movements so that they share a unique form of communication. But when the two sisters return to their childhood home after their mother's death, the visit inspires memories of the event that first rendered Lily silent, and still haunts them both. The resulting search for the truth about what happened takes them back to a childhood shaped by bullying and familial breakdown, and unearths the secrets that lie at the heart of the sisters' relationship.
Moonlight Lily
Author: Carrie Weston
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 9780192725462
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
n enchanting and poignant new picture book about a very unusual friendship Finlay is a fox. Lily is a rabbit - and usually, one would keep out of the other's way. But not in this case! Lily and Finlay are firm friends, and against a backdrop of twinkling moonlight and accompanied by a farm animal orchestra, they dance the night away at a magical moonlit farmyard party. * Beautifully textured and glowing artwork from Caroline Pedler, a major new talent in picture book illustration, whose only previous book (a version of The Night Before Christmas) was Marks and Spencer's top selling book of 2001
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 9780192725462
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
n enchanting and poignant new picture book about a very unusual friendship Finlay is a fox. Lily is a rabbit - and usually, one would keep out of the other's way. But not in this case! Lily and Finlay are firm friends, and against a backdrop of twinkling moonlight and accompanied by a farm animal orchestra, they dance the night away at a magical moonlit farmyard party. * Beautifully textured and glowing artwork from Caroline Pedler, a major new talent in picture book illustration, whose only previous book (a version of The Night Before Christmas) was Marks and Spencer's top selling book of 2001
Hush
Author: Sara Marshall-Ball
Publisher: Myriad Editions
ISBN: 1908434597
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 495
Book Description
Haunting, mysterious and often shocking, Hush is the story of what happens when we find we cannot speak, even to those we love most. Lily Emmett has suffered from selective mutism since childhood and still struggles to see the value of everyday speech. Her sister, Connie, has always spoken for her, and her partner, Richard, has learnt to translate her movements so that they share a unique form of communication. But when the two sisters return to their childhood home after their mother's death, the visit inspires memories of the event that first rendered Lily silent, and still haunts them both. The resulting search for the truth about what happened takes them back to a childhood shaped by bullying and familial breakdown, and unearths the secrets that lie at the heart of the sisters' relationship.
Publisher: Myriad Editions
ISBN: 1908434597
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 495
Book Description
Haunting, mysterious and often shocking, Hush is the story of what happens when we find we cannot speak, even to those we love most. Lily Emmett has suffered from selective mutism since childhood and still struggles to see the value of everyday speech. Her sister, Connie, has always spoken for her, and her partner, Richard, has learnt to translate her movements so that they share a unique form of communication. But when the two sisters return to their childhood home after their mother's death, the visit inspires memories of the event that first rendered Lily silent, and still haunts them both. The resulting search for the truth about what happened takes them back to a childhood shaped by bullying and familial breakdown, and unearths the secrets that lie at the heart of the sisters' relationship.
Earthen
Author: J. E. Gaudeo
Publisher: Page Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1682894215
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 395
Book Description
Enter through the portal and into the Earthen Realm that is filled with both magic and darkness. Twenty years ago, war had been declared within the realm as bloodshed of the innocent Earthen creatures, and the murders of the Seelie Court have been spilled due to Brun Darkmoon and his army of Rebels. Where darkness reigned heavy within the Earthen realm, hope appeared as a flicker of light posing itself as a new born infant. The Earthen Realm’s savior, Faylinn Morning Dove, is forced to leave the realm to escape persecution, and into the Human Realm where she would live out her life safely until her twentieth birthday. Savior. Chosen. When Faylinn turns twenty, her power that had been bonded is now restored in full as she enters through the portal and into the Earthen Realm. It is there in the realm, when she discovers her true identity and learns that she is more than just one of the Fae Folk, but she is indeed the Earthen Queen. Learning how to control her power, Faylinn discovers that the blood that binds her is more than what she may have realized, but it is in fact tainted by another source. Join Faylinn Morning Dove and the other Earthen creatures of the Realm, in the first exciting and exhilarating installment of The Earthen Saga. Earthen is packed with Celtic mythology Earthen Gods, and an enchanting world that will take readers for a ride. War has been declared—which side are you on?
Publisher: Page Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1682894215
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 395
Book Description
Enter through the portal and into the Earthen Realm that is filled with both magic and darkness. Twenty years ago, war had been declared within the realm as bloodshed of the innocent Earthen creatures, and the murders of the Seelie Court have been spilled due to Brun Darkmoon and his army of Rebels. Where darkness reigned heavy within the Earthen realm, hope appeared as a flicker of light posing itself as a new born infant. The Earthen Realm’s savior, Faylinn Morning Dove, is forced to leave the realm to escape persecution, and into the Human Realm where she would live out her life safely until her twentieth birthday. Savior. Chosen. When Faylinn turns twenty, her power that had been bonded is now restored in full as she enters through the portal and into the Earthen Realm. It is there in the realm, when she discovers her true identity and learns that she is more than just one of the Fae Folk, but she is indeed the Earthen Queen. Learning how to control her power, Faylinn discovers that the blood that binds her is more than what she may have realized, but it is in fact tainted by another source. Join Faylinn Morning Dove and the other Earthen creatures of the Realm, in the first exciting and exhilarating installment of The Earthen Saga. Earthen is packed with Celtic mythology Earthen Gods, and an enchanting world that will take readers for a ride. War has been declared—which side are you on?
The Eight
Author: Katherine Neville
Publisher: Ballantine Books
ISBN: 0345419081
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 626
Book Description
New York City, 1972—A dabbler in mathematics and chess, Catherine Velis is also a computer expert for a Big Eight accounting firm. Before heading off to a new assignment in Algeria, Cat has her palm read by a fortune-teller. The woman warns Cat of danger. Then an antiques dealer approaches Cat with a mysterious offer: He has an anonymous client who is trying to collect the pieces of an ancient chess service, purported to be in Algeria. If Cat can bring the pieces back, there will be a generous reward. The South of France, 1790—Mireille de Remy and her cousin Valentine are young novices at the fortresslike Montglane Abbey. With France aflame in revolution, the two girls burn to rebel against constricted convent life—and their means of escape is at hand. Buried deep within the abbey are pieces of the Montglane Chess Service, once owned by Charlemagne. Whoever reassembles the pieces can play a game of unlimited power. But to keep the Game a secret from those who would abuse it, the two young women must scatter the pieces throughout the world. . . .
Publisher: Ballantine Books
ISBN: 0345419081
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 626
Book Description
New York City, 1972—A dabbler in mathematics and chess, Catherine Velis is also a computer expert for a Big Eight accounting firm. Before heading off to a new assignment in Algeria, Cat has her palm read by a fortune-teller. The woman warns Cat of danger. Then an antiques dealer approaches Cat with a mysterious offer: He has an anonymous client who is trying to collect the pieces of an ancient chess service, purported to be in Algeria. If Cat can bring the pieces back, there will be a generous reward. The South of France, 1790—Mireille de Remy and her cousin Valentine are young novices at the fortresslike Montglane Abbey. With France aflame in revolution, the two girls burn to rebel against constricted convent life—and their means of escape is at hand. Buried deep within the abbey are pieces of the Montglane Chess Service, once owned by Charlemagne. Whoever reassembles the pieces can play a game of unlimited power. But to keep the Game a secret from those who would abuse it, the two young women must scatter the pieces throughout the world. . . .
A Night in the Palace
Author: Carole Mortimer
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1459244680
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 123
Book Description
When school teacher Lily Barton flies to Rome at Christmas to see her brother, the last thing she expects is to be kidnapped by the demanding and sinfully attractive Count Scarletti! Captivated by his glare, will she defy his demands? Dmitri Scarletti's sister has run off with Lily's brother and until he finds them, he's holding Lily hostage. But soon Lily's fiery nature incites a white-hot heat that even the Count can't resist. He has one night beneath the mistletoe to fulfill his every desire, for in the morning he'll be forced to let her go… Won't he?
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1459244680
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 123
Book Description
When school teacher Lily Barton flies to Rome at Christmas to see her brother, the last thing she expects is to be kidnapped by the demanding and sinfully attractive Count Scarletti! Captivated by his glare, will she defy his demands? Dmitri Scarletti's sister has run off with Lily's brother and until he finds them, he's holding Lily hostage. But soon Lily's fiery nature incites a white-hot heat that even the Count can't resist. He has one night beneath the mistletoe to fulfill his every desire, for in the morning he'll be forced to let her go… Won't he?
Little Folks
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Languages : en
Pages : 874
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Pages : 874
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Her Perfect Life
Author: Hank Phillippi Ryan
Publisher: Forge Books
ISBN: 1250258839
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
The next thrilling standalone novel by USA Today bestselling author Hank Phillippi Ryan. Everyone knows Lily Atwood—and that may be her biggest problem. The beloved television reporter has it all—fame, fortune, Emmys, an adorable seven-year-old daughter, and the hashtag her loving fans created: #PerfectLily. To keep it, all she has to do is protect one life-changing secret. Her own. Lily has an anonymous source who feeds her story tips—but suddenly, the source begins telling Lily inside information about her own life. How does he—or she—know the truth? Lily understands that no one reveals a secret unless they have a reason. Now she’s terrified someone is determined to destroy her world—and with it, everyone and everything she holds dear. How much will she risk to keep her perfect life? At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Publisher: Forge Books
ISBN: 1250258839
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
The next thrilling standalone novel by USA Today bestselling author Hank Phillippi Ryan. Everyone knows Lily Atwood—and that may be her biggest problem. The beloved television reporter has it all—fame, fortune, Emmys, an adorable seven-year-old daughter, and the hashtag her loving fans created: #PerfectLily. To keep it, all she has to do is protect one life-changing secret. Her own. Lily has an anonymous source who feeds her story tips—but suddenly, the source begins telling Lily inside information about her own life. How does he—or she—know the truth? Lily understands that no one reveals a secret unless they have a reason. Now she’s terrified someone is determined to destroy her world—and with it, everyone and everything she holds dear. How much will she risk to keep her perfect life? At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Victorian Transformations
Author: Bianca Tredennick
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317002083
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 215
Book Description
Proposing the concept of transformation as a key to understanding the Victorian period, this collection explores the protean ways in which the nineteenth century conceived of, responded to, and created change. The volume focuses on literature, particularly issues related to genre, nationalism, and desire. For example, the essays suggest that changes in the novel's form correspond with shifting notions of human nature in Victor Hugo's Notre-Dame de Paris; technical forms such as the villanelle and chant royal are crucial bridges between Victorian and Modernist poetics; Victorian theater moves from privileging the text to valuing the spectacles that characterized much of Victorian staging; Carlyle's Past and Present is a rallying cry for replacing the static and fractured language of the past with a national language deep in shared meaning; Dante Gabriel Rossetti posits unachieved desire as the means of rescuing the subject from the institutional forces that threaten to close down and subsume him; and the return of Adelaide Anne Procter's fallen nun to the convent in "A Legend of Provence" can be read as signaling a more modern definition of gender and sexuality that allows for the possibility of transgressive desire within society. The collection concludes with an essay that shows neo-Victorian authors like John Fowles and A. S. Byatt contending with the Victorian preoccupations with gender and sexuality.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317002083
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 215
Book Description
Proposing the concept of transformation as a key to understanding the Victorian period, this collection explores the protean ways in which the nineteenth century conceived of, responded to, and created change. The volume focuses on literature, particularly issues related to genre, nationalism, and desire. For example, the essays suggest that changes in the novel's form correspond with shifting notions of human nature in Victor Hugo's Notre-Dame de Paris; technical forms such as the villanelle and chant royal are crucial bridges between Victorian and Modernist poetics; Victorian theater moves from privileging the text to valuing the spectacles that characterized much of Victorian staging; Carlyle's Past and Present is a rallying cry for replacing the static and fractured language of the past with a national language deep in shared meaning; Dante Gabriel Rossetti posits unachieved desire as the means of rescuing the subject from the institutional forces that threaten to close down and subsume him; and the return of Adelaide Anne Procter's fallen nun to the convent in "A Legend of Provence" can be read as signaling a more modern definition of gender and sexuality that allows for the possibility of transgressive desire within society. The collection concludes with an essay that shows neo-Victorian authors like John Fowles and A. S. Byatt contending with the Victorian preoccupations with gender and sexuality.
Dark Realms
Author: Nickalynn Rose
Publisher: Nickalynn Rose
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 171
Book Description
Dark Realms In the dark realm of Scoria, a tale of rebellion and hope unfolds as Queen Lily of Luminafay shines as a beacon against Zirmtra's tyranny. Wielding the dark wand Vorastrix, Zirmtra commands ancient magics, casting shadows of despair. Yet, Queen Lily's courage inspires a fierce resistance. Within this struggle, Sakara, a Zarabethel spiritshifter, and her guide Zeya, confront the dark forces threatening Scoria, including the fearsome Grunterroch and life-draining Gravemorsel. Their journey is perilous, intertwined with Queen Lily's fight, as they navigate Scoria's treacherous paths to challenge Zirmtra's rule. This saga of defiance against darkness, with Sakara's powers and Zeya's wisdom at the forefront, rallies the forces of light in a climactic battle for freedom. The story captures the indomitable spirit of its heroes, promising a clash of light and darkness where the fate of Scoria hangs in balance, embodying heroism, sacrifice, and the pursuit of hope.
Publisher: Nickalynn Rose
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 171
Book Description
Dark Realms In the dark realm of Scoria, a tale of rebellion and hope unfolds as Queen Lily of Luminafay shines as a beacon against Zirmtra's tyranny. Wielding the dark wand Vorastrix, Zirmtra commands ancient magics, casting shadows of despair. Yet, Queen Lily's courage inspires a fierce resistance. Within this struggle, Sakara, a Zarabethel spiritshifter, and her guide Zeya, confront the dark forces threatening Scoria, including the fearsome Grunterroch and life-draining Gravemorsel. Their journey is perilous, intertwined with Queen Lily's fight, as they navigate Scoria's treacherous paths to challenge Zirmtra's rule. This saga of defiance against darkness, with Sakara's powers and Zeya's wisdom at the forefront, rallies the forces of light in a climactic battle for freedom. The story captures the indomitable spirit of its heroes, promising a clash of light and darkness where the fate of Scoria hangs in balance, embodying heroism, sacrifice, and the pursuit of hope.
Reforming Trollope
Author: Deborah Denenholz Morse
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317069439
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Trollope the reformer and the reformation of Trollope scholarship in relation to gender, race, and genre are the intertwined subjects of eminent Trollopian Deborah Denenholz Morse’s radical rethinking of Anthony Trollope. Beginning with a history of Trollope’s critical reception, Morse traces the ways in which Trollope’s responses to the political and social upheavals of the 1860s and 1870s are reflected in his novels. She argues that as Trollope’s ideas about gender and race evolved over those two crucial decades, his politics became more liberal. The first section of the book analyzes these changes in terms of genre. As Morse shows, the novelist subverts and modernizes the quintessential English genre of the pastoral in the wake of Darwin in the early 1860s novel The Small House at Allington. Following the Second Reform Act, he reimagines the marriage plot along new class lines in the early 1870s in Lady Anna. The second section focuses upon gender. In the wake of the Second Reform Bill and the agitations for women's rights in the 1860s and 1870s, Trollope reveals the tragedy of primogeniture and male privilege in Harry Hotspur of Humblethwaite and the viciousness of the marriage market in Ayala's Angel. The final section of Reforming Trollope centers upon race. Trollope's response to the Jamaica Rebellion and the ensuing Governor Eyre Controversy in England is revealed in the tragic marriage of a quintessential English gentleman to a dark beauty from the Empire's dominions. The American Civil War and its aftermath led to Trollope's insistence that English identity include the history of English complicity in the black Atlantic slave trade and American slavery, a history Trollope encodes in the creole discourses of the late novel Dr. Wortle's School. Reforming Trollope is a transformative examination of an author too long identified as the epitome of the complacent English gentleman.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317069439
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Trollope the reformer and the reformation of Trollope scholarship in relation to gender, race, and genre are the intertwined subjects of eminent Trollopian Deborah Denenholz Morse’s radical rethinking of Anthony Trollope. Beginning with a history of Trollope’s critical reception, Morse traces the ways in which Trollope’s responses to the political and social upheavals of the 1860s and 1870s are reflected in his novels. She argues that as Trollope’s ideas about gender and race evolved over those two crucial decades, his politics became more liberal. The first section of the book analyzes these changes in terms of genre. As Morse shows, the novelist subverts and modernizes the quintessential English genre of the pastoral in the wake of Darwin in the early 1860s novel The Small House at Allington. Following the Second Reform Act, he reimagines the marriage plot along new class lines in the early 1870s in Lady Anna. The second section focuses upon gender. In the wake of the Second Reform Bill and the agitations for women's rights in the 1860s and 1870s, Trollope reveals the tragedy of primogeniture and male privilege in Harry Hotspur of Humblethwaite and the viciousness of the marriage market in Ayala's Angel. The final section of Reforming Trollope centers upon race. Trollope's response to the Jamaica Rebellion and the ensuing Governor Eyre Controversy in England is revealed in the tragic marriage of a quintessential English gentleman to a dark beauty from the Empire's dominions. The American Civil War and its aftermath led to Trollope's insistence that English identity include the history of English complicity in the black Atlantic slave trade and American slavery, a history Trollope encodes in the creole discourses of the late novel Dr. Wortle's School. Reforming Trollope is a transformative examination of an author too long identified as the epitome of the complacent English gentleman.