As tension between Mars and Earth mounts, and terrorism plagues the Martian city of Londres Nova, sixteen-year-old David Draper is fighting his own lonely war. A gifted chemist vying for a place at the university, David leads a secret life as a manufacturer for a ruthless drug dealer. When his friend Leelee goes missing, leaving signs of the dealer's involvement, David takes it upon himself to save her. But first he must shake his aunt Bobbie Draper, an ex-marine who has been set adrift in her own life after a mysterious series of events nobody is talking about. Set in the hard-scrabble solar system of Leviathan Wakes and Caliban's War, Chemistry deepens James S. A. Corey's acclaimed Expanse series. Views: 11
Outlaw, murderer, self-proclaimed victim, Ned Kelly is an Australian icon. But who was he? Kelly’s extraordinary achievement is to have provided his own answer to that question. The Jerilderie Letter is his remarkable manifesto and a startling record of his voice. Kelly delivered his letter, which Joe Byrne had diligently written out, on Monday 10 February 1879, immediately after his gang had held up the Bank of New South Wales in Jerilderie. He gives an impassioned defence of his actions, condemns those who have wronged him, and sends a chilling warning to those who may yet defy him. This illustrated edition, transcribed from the manuscript now housed in the State Library of Victoria, includes a fascinating new introduction by the historian Alex McDermott. The Jerilderie Letter remains one of the most astonishing documents in Australian history. Born in 1855, Ned Kelly remains the most famous criminal in Australian history. His life... Views: 11
It is 1948. Inar Christiansen, a Norwegian cellist-turned-soldier, undertakes an ambitious and dangerous plan—to track down and destroy the members of the SS troop who murdered his parents and most of the citizens of his hometown in Norway. Christiansen is especially intent on finding Colonel Egon Hagemann, the sadistic director of a concentration camp during the war who masterminded the destruction of his town. But the only way to find Hagemann is by finding Esther Rosensaft, the beautiful, mysterious Jewess who was once Hagemann's tormented mistress.Christiansen embarks upon a relentless search throughout Europe, a search that leads to Nazis in hiding, Israeli spies, and a deadly secret that could lead to another holocaust. Views: 11
The inspiring New York Times bestseller of a seemingly ordinary woman who uses her talent and courage to transform herself first into a prestigious couturier and then into an undercover agent for the Allies during World War II.Between Youth and Adulthood . . .At age twelve, Sira Quiroga sweeps the atelier floors where her single mother works as a seamstress. By her early twenties she has learned the ropes of the business and is engaged to a modest government clerk. But then everything changes. Between War and Peace . . .With the Spanish Civil War brewing in Madrid, Sira impetuously follows her handsome new lover to Morocco, but soon finds herself abandoned, penniless, and heartbroken. She reinvents herself by turning to the one skill that can save her: creating beautiful clothes. Between Love and Duty . . .As World War II begins, Sira is persuaded to return to Madrid, where she is the preeminent couturiere for an eager clientele of Nazi officers’ wives. She becomes embroiled in a half-lit world of espionage and political conspiracy rife with love, intrigue, and betrayal. A massive bestseller across Europe, The Time In Between is one of those rare, richly textured novels that enthrall down to the last page. María Dueñas reminds us how it feels to be swept away by a masterful storyteller.Amazon.com Review Amazon Exclusive: Félix J. Palma Interviews María Dueñas Félix J. Palma has been unanimously acclaimed by critics as one of the most brilliant and original storytellers of our time. His devotion to the short story genre has earned him more than a hundred awards. The Map of Time, his first book to be published in the United States, received the 2008 Ateneo de Sevilla XL Prize and is being published in more than thirty countries. Félix J. Palma: The Time in Between features many real life characters. How did you ensure that these individuals were accurately portrayed? I imagine that you had to be especially careful given that people who knew them are still alive.María Dueñas: Some of the characters in my book belong to our recent history and played a prominent role in the Spanish Civil War and WWII in Spain. Ironically, however, a few of them have been obscured by time, and so my task was to bring them back to the forefront in order to recreate some significant events during those febrile years. For this purpose, I used a wide variety of sources: academic works, archives, old newspapers and even interviews with people who personally knew these people. I was very thorough in my research, and I think the outcome has been positive. Many readers finally get to meet these historical figures and no one has complained that the personalities I've managed to reconstruct are inaccurate. FP: It's unusual to come across a heroine who is a seamstress. How did you decide upon this occupation for Sira? MD: I needed an independent female character who was able to support herself so that she could move about freely without depending on a man. In the late thirties and early forties few occupations offered women this ability, but a seamstress was one of them. FP: Many novels take place during World War II and yet you've done a wonderful job of taking a fresh approach. Can you tell us about it? MD: WWII took place when Spain was immersed in post-Civil War reconstruction so many people think that the war had no effect on Spain. But this is not true. Our territory was coveted by Britain and Germany, and there was a lot of espionage in the country at that time. I also added a new ingredient to the traditional view of this period by incorporating a female character into the war game. I think the combination of both these things--an unexplored environment and a new type of heroine--is what sets The Time In Between apart.ReviewA wonderful novel, in the good old tradition, with intrigue, love, mystery and tender, audacious and well-drawn characters." --Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel Prize Laureate“It's exciting to find a deftly paced first novel with an engaging heroine, satisfying historical detail, and emotional balance. Love it!” --Esmeralda Santiago New York Times bestselling author of Conquistadora and When I was Puerto Rican"The Time in Between is an epic novel with an unlikely Spanish heroine, Sira Quiroga, that takes us through one of the most turbulent times in Europe: the onset of World War II. Sira travels on a journey through romance, love, loss, and intrigue, all while discovering traits that she never dreamed she had. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough, and once I reached the end, I couldn't wait to start it all over again!" --Daisy Martinez, author of Daisy: Morning, Noon and Night and Daisy's Holiday Cooking“Maria Dueñas is a true storyteller. She weaves a spell, conjuring the heat and the glamour, the hardship and the thrill of Morocco and Spain in the late 1930s. The world of Casablanca comes to life as war breaks and Sira Quiroga, a beautiful and betrayed seamstress, is forced to discover her own strength. At a time when everyone must do what they can to survive, some will go beyond. Resistance will be formed and history will be written. Read this book and prepare to be transported.” –Kate Morton, New York Times bestselling author of The Distant Hours"Engaging, romantic, vivid and captivating. Who knew a story about a seamstress in Spain could be so intriguing and captivating? If you love thick, juicy female-led novels that sweep you away from all sense of time and responsibility, you need to read The Time In Between by María Dueñas." - Kathy Cano-Murillo, author of Waking Up in the Land of Glitter and Miss Scarlet's School of Patternless Sewing"Evocative, tender and lush; a wonderful experience of times and lives in turmoil." --Diana Gabaldon, author of the New York Times bestselling Outlander novels“This thrilling debut is marked by immaculate prose and a driving narrative, establishing Dueñas as a writer to watch.” --starred Publishers Weekly review"Packed with engaging characters, flawlessly researched, and breathlessly paced." --starred Booklist review"It is no surprise this debut novel was a runaway success in Europe. American fans of historical fiction looking for a dramatic, uncomplicated escape will be similarly entranced." --*Library Journal*"From a terrific opening line to the final page, chapters zip by at a pulsing pace." --*USA TODAY* Views: 11
She wasn’t used to kindness, affection…or love. He couldn’t treat her like a whore.The Dusty Rose Brothel is home to Marion Young. When a trip to the Bester ranch introduces her to Joseph “Train” Spencer, she’d love nothing more than to take a ride on his impressive locomotive. Only this Montana man wants more than sex…he wants her heart.Train isn’t interested in bedding a whore. But damn, he wants Marion. She’s feisty, passionate, and stubborn as hell. He’s jealous, determined and betting his future that he can convince her he wants forever.Author’s Note: To Wed A Wanton Woman is a sensual romance with some heated love scenes. This book is not erotic.I can promise you laughs, I can promise you tears, and I can promise that you will not be bored when you read this delightful novel! [The author] has done an incredible job of writing a near-perfect story and she has won a place on my (and many others, I would imagine) keeper shelf!5 Hearts - Brenda – The Romance StudioA wonderfully written tale that brings on laughter, and entertainment. It is a genuine story, with great believability, that surrounds a huge range of characters. There is always a trouble-maker in every group and this story is no exception…I adored the contact with Marion and Train as they tried to find the right boundaries to connect while battling their stubbornness. The town is so visual and comes to life as the characters breathe excitement with every turn of the page in this delightful story.5 Angels - Linda L. – Fallen Angels Reviews Views: 11
Ally Shore long ago gave up hope of finding a man. Let alone a rich, good-looking man who's known around the world for his outrageous lifestyle.But when billionaire Hale Westbrook decides to run for governor of California, his campaign trail leads him right to a local blue collar diner--and twenty-two year old waitress, Ally.Hale immediately takes an interest in the cautious young woman, and not just because he's intensely attracted to her. As it turns out, Hale Westbrook's political aspirations may just hinge on him being seen with the right kind of girl on his arm.And he seems to think that Ally is just the one.But what starts out as a seductive business proposition, soon turns into something far more complicated. And in the end, Ally may have to come to grips with the billionaire's world of secrets--and her own.On His Terms is a 15,000 word tale of passion, intrigue, and ultimately- a classic tale of love between two unlikely people. Look for Book 2 in the series- Coming Soon! Views: 11
Nine gods ruled the world, until the ultimate betrayal resulted in their destruction. Now, the world is dying and only by restoring the Lost Gods can it be saved.Nine hundred years ago, the Dragons of the Three Storms, gods of chaos, tried to destroy their land of Kundou. Only by rising up and slaying the Dragons and stealing their power was Kundou saved. Now, that power resides in the royal family and grants them the right to rule.But that power comes at a terrible price, and Prince Nankyokukai is determined that he will be the last to pay it—even if it means surrendering his chance with the man he has waited for his entire life. Views: 11
Former Navy SEAL Lucas Chaffee is settling back into civilian life, refurbishing a farmhouse for an old friend who plans to turn it into a culinary school. Celebrity TV chef Madeline Durand has been publicly humiliated by a philandering husband. So Madeline jumps at the chance to return to Shelter Bay to recover and help her grandmother turn the family farm into a new business. Little does she know that the man who broke her heart years ago is already on the job-or that he's going to cook up a recipe of passion, patience, and perseverance to win her over. Views: 11
Grief has brought Lucia, a young widow, to Egypt, where she hopes that the ancient ruins will provide an escape from her overwhelming loneliness. She doesn't expect to find Mark, who tries very hard to take her late husband's place in her life. Her interest in him can't erase the memory of the man she still loves more than anything, though—the man she called her Master—especially when she begins to catch haunting glimpses of Richard in the mysterious shadows of tombs and temples. And even as Mark tries to capture her heart, Lucia becomes convinced that Richard is passionately trying to communicate with her from what the ancient Egyptians called the land beyond the sunset.Publisher Note: This book has been published previously under a different title. It has been revised for Ellora's Cave publication.Reader Advisory: This book is not for the faint of heart! It contains scenes of intense sexuality that may stretch a reader's imagination. Views: 11
Product DescriptionTop Chicago chef Jessica Robinson is back in Cricket Creek-and making her aunt's diner the go-to place for comfy gourmet fare. Former major leaguer Ty McKenna is no stranger to Jessica's cooking. At the Chicago hotspot where she worked, he was a regular-with a different girl on his arm every night. Now he's the manager for the Cricket Creek Cougars. And convincing the mouthwatering chef that's a one-woman man may be harder than getting his team ready for opening day. Views: 11
