It is 1952, the dawn of the McCarthy era. The communist blacklist is circulating; careers and even lives hang on the decision of the House UnAmerican Activities Committee. In the midst of all the turmoil, suspicion, and fear is the irrepressible Tallulah Bankhead, enjoying a professional comeback as the star of the hugely successful radio program, “The Big Show.” As confident and brassy as ever, she continues to sip her vodka martinis and inhale deeply upon her trademark Craven A cigarettes, refusing to succumb to the general paranoia. But then the blacklist touches Tallulah’s life: A scheduled guest on her show kills himself after his name is given to the committee, Tallulah herself is threatened with the blacklist, and, worst of all, the first of a series of murders is committed.
Detective Jacob Singer begins the investigation alone, but soon finds that he has an avid partner. Tallulah tries her hand at detective work, drawing upon her intimate knowledge of the names and personal lives of countless celebrities and show-business personalities (including a certain theatrical agent named George Baxt). Together, Tallulah and Jacob Singer race against time to puzzle out the murderer’s identity and put a stop to the killings in this brilliant new addition to the work of acclaimed mystery novelist George Baxt. Views: 284
Once and Always, one of Judith McNaught's most masterful and moving love stories, powerfully brings to life the fiery passion of a free-spirited American beauty and a troubled English lord.
Suddenly orphaned and alone, Victoria Seaton sails the vast ocean, eager to reclaim her heritage at Wakefield, the sumptuous English estate of a distant cousin, the notorious Lord Jason Fielding. Bewildered by his arrogance yet drawn to his panther-like grace, she senses the painful memories that smolder in his eyes. When he gathers her at last into his arms, arousing a sweet, insistent hunger, they wed and are embraced by fierce, consuming joy -- free from the past's cruel grasp. Then, in a moment of anguish, Victoria discovers the treachery at the heart of their love . . . a love she had dreamed would triumph not just once, but always. Views: 281
After twenty-one years Micah (Mike) Winship is making the big move--she's going home for a visit. She hasn't been back since 1963, when her father threw her out, but now he is dying and asking for her. And although she is armed with her succesful journalism career and the strength found after her divorce, she is nearing forty and her sophisticated urban lifestyle is falling apart.Heading home, Mike is unprepared for a past that has lain in wait for her--one that includes an old love, a spoiled sister, and a plot to seize her family's land. And in trying to understand her long-forgotten self, she learns at last those lessons best learned early about love and loss, family and forgiveness, and the undeniable need for a place called home. Views: 281
*The Pilgrimage* recounts the spectacular trials of Paulo Coelho and his mysterious mentor, Petrus, as they journey across Spain in search of a miraculous sword.
*The Pilgrimage* paved the way to Paulo Coelho's international bestselling novel *The Alchemist*. In many ways, these two volumes are companions—to truly comprehend one, you must read the other.
Step inside this captivating account of Paulo Coelho's pilgrimage along the road to Santiago. This fascinating parable explores the need to find one's own path. In the end, we discover that the extraordinary is always found in the ordinary and simple ways of everyday people. Part adventure story, part guide to self-discovery, this compelling tale delivers the perfect combination of enchantment and insight. Views: 273
Nancy tracks down the thief responsible for stealing the million-dollar Raja diamond during a gala ballet performance. Views: 273
The songlines are the invisible pathways that criss-cross Australia, ancient tracks connecting communities and following ancient boundaries. Along these lines Aboriginals passed the songs which revealed the creation of the land and the secrets of its past. In this magical account Chatwin recalls his travels across the length and breadth of Australia seeking to find the truth about the songs and unravel the mysteries of their stories. Views: 270
Who is the true master of disaster?
Earthlings: prepare for the shock of your lives!
Global warming . . . reversed.
The energy crisis . . . over.
The greatest problem on Earth . . . solved.
Voltarian Royal Officer of the Fleet, Jettero Heller, has it all figured out. And he’s devised a daring and ingenious plan to make it all happen . . . if he lives to see the day.
Saving the world is never easy, and for Heller, it turns out to be a tricky—and risky—business.
He’ll have to blast a gang of space pirates in a lethal laser firefight. He’ll have to find a way to capture and control a black hole. He’ll have to undertake a perilous journey to Saturn and back and transport a titanic chunk of ice across the solar system.
Then comes the hard part . . . because Heller is headed back to Voltar, where he’s about to uncover the identity of the powerful figure behind the conspiracy to end all conspiracies. He’s facing his deadliest nemesis yet, and before the intergalactic battle is over, the entire mission could end in DISASTER.
“Features rich inventiveness, brisk pacing and a large cast of appealing characters.” * —BOOKLIST
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Murder and mystery reach epidemic proportions when a devastating plague sweeps the country.
Dr. Marissa Blumenthal of the Atlanta Centers for Disease Control investigates--and soon uncovers the medical world's deadliest secret. Views: 265
Dawn Bosco uses math, logic, and her detective skills to return a red purse to its rightful owner When Dawn Bosco finds a red purse on the playground after school one day, she knows she’s also found a new mystery to solve. But after she puts up posters and makes an announcement on the loudspeaker, too many people are trying to claim the purse! The only clues are a shopping list, some money, and some dust that looks like cookie crumbs. Dawn will have to figure out the riddle of the purse’s odd contents to find its rightful owner. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Patricia Reilly Giff including rare photos from the author’s personal collection. Views: 261
A Warning to the Curious and Other Ghost Stories is the title of M. R. James' fourth and final collection of ghost stories, published in 1925. Montague Rhodes James (1862–1936) was a medievalist scholar; Provost of King's College, Cambridge. He wrote many of his ghost stories to be read aloud in the long tradition of spooky Christmas Eve tales. His stories often use rural settings, with a quiet, scholarly protagonist getting caught up in the activities of supernatural forces. The details of horror are almost never explicit, the stories relying on a gentle, bucolic background to emphasise the awfulness of the otherworldly intrusions.
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Kyle Griffon has done more than flirt with danger over the past ten years - she's embraced it with careless abandon. Now the guy who jilted her is back & he needs Kyle's help to catch an art thief. Will Kyle fall for Lucas Kendrick all over again? Views: 254
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Detective Hal Willis, investigating the deaths of two of Marilyn Hollis's former boyfriends, finds himself falling in love with the woman and uncovers a trail of deception and danger
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Kriminalroman. Views: 252
A book that instantly captured the hearts of readers across the country, An American Childhood is Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annie Dillard's poignant, vivid memoir of growing up in Pittsburgh in the 1950s. Views: 248
In the country of last things the masses are homeless, theft is so rampant it is no longer a crime, and death--by arranging either a suicide or assassination--is the only way out. Anna Blume comes to an unnamed city in search of her brother. In her struggle to survive, Anna becomes a scavenger in search of objects from the past to sell for food and shelter. But she will also find friendship--even love--in this devastated world. In the Country of Last Things is a tour-de-force that reaffirms Paul Auster as one of the most accomplished and singular talents of his generation. Views: 237
