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The long-awaited sequel to Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies, the stunning conclusion to Hilary Mantel's Man Booker Prize-winning Wolf Hall trilogy.

From Brandon Sanderson, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Reckoners series, Words of Radiance, and the internationally bestselling Mistborn series, comes the first book in an epic new series about a girl who dreams of becoming a pilot in a dangerous world at war for humanity's future.

The classic, PULITZER PRIZE-winning novel that made Alice Walker a household name.

Victor and Eli, due to a research project gone wrong, become ExtraOrdinaries with supernatural powers. Ten years later Victor escapes from prison, determined to get his revenge on the man who put him there, while Eli has spent the years hunting down and killing other EOs.

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.

Foundation and Empire is the story of first contact between the two Foundations of Hari Seldon.

Jay Gatsby is the man who has everything. But one thing will always be out of his reach ... Everybody who is anybody is seen at his glittering parties. Day and night his Long Island mansion buzzes with bright young things drinking, dancing and debating his mysterious character. For Gatsby - young, handsome, fabulously rich - always seems alone in the crowd, watching and waiting, though no one knows what for. Beneath the shimmering surface of his life he is hiding a secret: a silent longing that can never be fulfilled. And soon this destructive obsession will force his world to unravel.Contains explanatory notes and an introduction written by Tony Tanner.

The abridged downloadable audiobook edition of Oscar Wildes classic tale of corrupted innocence and debauchery, The Picture of Dorian Gray, read by John Moffatt. Enthralled by his own exquisite portrait, Dorian Gray exchanges his soul for eternal youth and beauty. Influenced by his friend Lord Henry Wotton, he is drawn into a corrupt double life; indulging his desires in secret while remaining a gentleman in the eyes of polite society. Only his portrait bears the traces of his decadence. The novel was a succs de scandale and the book was later used as evidence against Wilde at the Old Bailey in 1895. It has lost none of its power to fascinate and disturb.

Adapted into a critically acclaimed film by Sofia Coppola and starring Kirsten Dunst, this is the story of the five Lisbon sisters - beautiful, eccentric, and obsessively watched by the entire neighbourhood.The boys that once loved them from afar are now grown men, determined to understand a tragedy that has always defied explanation. For still, the question remains - why did all five of the Lisbon girls take their own lives?This hypnotic and unforgettable novel treats adolescent love and death with haunting sensitivity and dark humour, and creates a coming-of-age story unlike any of our time.

A woman writer goes to Athens in the height of summer to teach a writing course. Though her own circumstances remain indistinct, she becomes the audience to a chain of narratives, as the people she meets tell her one after another the stories of their lives.Beginning with the neighbouring passenger on the flight out and his tales of fast boats and failed marriages, the storytellers talk of their loves and ambitions and pains, their anxieties, their perceptions and daily lives. In the stifling heat and noise of the city the sequence of voice begins to weave a complex human tapestry. The more they talk the more elliptical their listener becomes, as she shapes and directs their accounts until certain themes begin to emerge: the experience of loss, the nature of family life, the difficulty of intimacy and the mystery of creativity itself.Outline is a novel about writing and talking, about self-effacement and self-expression, about the desire to create and the human art of self-portraiture in which that desire finds its universal form.

Champagnepigen er Leonora Christina Skovs gennembrudsroman fra 2007. Et sansemættet portræt af et ægteskab i krise og en samtids-thriller fra den erotiske besættelses overdrev. Den skildrer et morads af svigt og seksuel udnyttelse og åbner for overvejelser om placering af skyld og ansvar.Linn og Isak Lauretius har berømmelsen, børnene og au pair-pigerne, og nu skal de portrætteres til et livsstilsmagasin. Men journalist Kate Klarlund ved for meget, og det eneste hun ønsker, er at rive glansbilledet af den lykkelige familie i tusind stykker. Hvad er det for handlinger, Linn har begået, som får personer fra hendes fortid til at ønske sig en frygtelig hævn?Leonora Christina Skov debuterede med romanen Rygsvømmeren i 2003. Hun er mag.art. i litteraturvidenskab og tilknyttet WA som litteraturanmelder. Herudover optræder hun i DR2s ‘Smagsdommerne’ og er en flittig skribent og debattør.

Following the smash success of Pillow Thoughts, Courtney Peppernell now returns with Pillow Thoughts II: Healing the Heart.

A book of poetry steeped in war and cultural upheaval and wielding a fresh new language. It is about the most profound subjects - love and loss, conflict, grief, memory and desire - and attends to them all with lines that feel newly-minted, graceful in their cadences, passionate and hungry in their tender, close attention.

Rediscover one of Virginia Woolf's greatest works in this beautiful new gift edition from Vintage Classics. Mr and Mrs Ramsay and their eight children have always holidayed at their summer house in Skye, surrounded by family friends.

The remnants of humanity face the return of the giants in this epic, violent manga.

Earthsea, a captivating novel written by the renowned author Ursula Le Guin, is a must-read for any lover of the fantasy genre. Published in 2012 by Penguin Books Ltd, this book takes you on an unforgettable journey into a world filled with magic and adventure. Ursula Le Guin's masterful storytelling and imaginative world-building make Earthsea a standout in its genre. The book is published in English and is available at all major bookstores. Don't miss out on this enchanting tale. Grab your copy of Earthsea today from Penguin Books Ltd.

One Piece, Vol. 1, is an exhilarating adventure penned by the renowned author Eiichiro Oda. First published in 2008 by Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc, this book marks the beginning of an epic journey that has since captivated millions around the globe. The genre-defining tale introduces us to a world of pirates, treasures, and grand quests, setting the stage for a series that is beloved by fans of all ages. Oda's unique storytelling and vivid illustrations have earned him critical acclaim, solidifying One Piece's place in the annals of iconic literature. This is a must-read for any fan of adventure and fantasy, promising a thrilling ride from the very first page. With Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc as the publisher, you can be assured of the book's high-quality production and presentation. Dive into the world of One Piece, Vol. 1, and embark on an adventure like no other.

The closed world of the ancient aristocracy is being breached for the first time by outsiders - rich provincial families, a new and powerful political and social elite. Kiyoaki has been raised among the elegant Ayakura family - members of the waning aristocracy - but he is not one of them.

Charles Bukowski examines cats and his childhood in You Get So Alone at Times, a book of poetry that reveals his tender side. He delves into his youth to analyze its repercussions.

Michael Young is a brilliant young history student whose life is changed when he meets Leo Zuckerman, an ageing physicist with a theory that can change worlds.

OWNING HER IS ALL HE EVER WANTED She betrayed him, and now he wants revenge against the sister who became his forbidden obsession the second he laid eyes on her. After she sends him to prison for years, he's free and ready to haunt her. Everything about Olivia belongs to Malachi Vize.Her mindHer bodyHer soulHer fearHer pain On Halloween night, he can no longer lurk in the shadows. All he has left to own is her heart, even if he needs to take it.

Every serial killer needs a friend.Every game must have a winner.When a chance encounter sparks an unlikely bond between rival murderers Sloane and Rowan, the two find something elusive - the friendship of a like-minded, pitch-black soul. From small town West Virginia to upscale California, from downtown Boston to rural Texas, the two hunters collide in an annual game of blood and suffering, one that pits them against the most dangerous monsters in the country.But as their friendship develops into something more, the restless ghosts left in their wake are only a few steps behind, ready to claim more than just their newfound love.Can Rowan and Sloane dig themselves out of a game of graves? Or have they finally met their match? A friends-to-lovers dark romantic comedy full of murder, chaos, and spice, unlike anything you've read before.

Darrow returns as Pierce Brown’s New York Times bestselling Red Rising series continues in the thrilling sequel to Dark Age.The Reaper is a legend, more myth than man: the savior of worlds, the leader of the Rising, the breaker of chains. But the Reaper is also Darrow, born of the red soil of Mars: a husband, a father, a friend. Marooned far from home after a devastating defeat on the battlefields of Mercury, Darrow longs to return to his wife and sovereign, Virginia, to defend Mars from its bloodthirsty would-be conqueror Lysander. Lysander longs to destroy the Rising and restore the supremacy of Gold, and will raze the worlds to realize his ambitions. The worlds once needed the Reaper. But now they need Darrow, and Darrow needs the people he loves—Virginia, Cassius, Sevro—in order to defend the Republic. So begins Darrow’s long voyage home, an interplanetary adventure where old friends will reunite, new alliances will be forged, and rivals will clash on the battlefield. Because Eo’s dream is still alive—and after the dark age will come a new age: of light, of victory, of hope.Don’t miss any of Pierce Brown’s Red Rising Saga: RED RISING • GOLDEN SON • MORNING STAR • IRON GOLD • DARK AGE • LIGHT BRINGER

What If? 2 is the highly anticipated sequel from the acclaimed author, Randall Munroe. Published in 2023 by Hodder And Stoughton Ltd., this book continues to explore the intriguing and often hilarious outcomes of hypothetical scenarios. Munroe, renowned for his unique blend of humor and scientific insight, once again captivates readers with his imaginative inquiries into the world of 'what ifs'. This book, like its predecessor, belongs to a genre all its own, combining elements of science, humor, and sheer unpredictability. Readers will find themselves laughing, pondering, and marveling at the endless possibilities of the universe. What If? 2 confirms Munroe's status as a master of imaginative storytelling and reaffirms Hodder And Stoughton Ltd.'s commitment to publishing thought-provoking literature. This book is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a good laugh while learning about the fascinating complexities of our world.

Bearded, bad-boy barber Knox prefers to live his life the way he takes his coffee: Alone. Unless you count his basset hound, Waylon.Knox doesn't tolerate drama, even when it comes in the form of a stranded runaway bride.Naomi wasn't just running away from her wedding. She was riding to the rescue of her estranged twin to Knockemout, Virginia, a rough-around-the-edges town where disputes are settled the old-fashioned way . . . with fists and beer. Usually in that order.Too bad for Naomi her evil twin hasn't changed at all. After helping herself to Naomi's car and cash, Tina leaves her with something unexpected. The niece Naomi didn't know she had. Now she's stuck in town with no car, no job, no plan, and no home with an 11-year-old going on thirty to take care of.There's a reason Knox doesn't do complications or high-maintenance women, especially not the romantic ones. But since Naomi's life imploded right in front of him, the least he can do is help her out of her jam. And just as soon as she stops getting into new trouble he can leave her alone and get back to his peaceful, solitary life.At least, that's the plan until the trouble turns to real danger.

THE TOUCH OF A HAND, A ROLL OF THE DICEXie Lian has confirmed that the bewitching youth San Lang is actually Hua Cheng, one of the Four Calamities and a supreme ghost despised by all heavenly officials. Still, he has trouble matching the terror of his companion’s reputation with the charming, clever, and protective young man he’s come to know. When a distress signal leads Xie Lian into Ghost City, a bustling metropolis containing all the horrors and delights of the dead, he sees Hua Cheng in his element—and his true form—for the first time. But despite their chemistry and care for one another, there are missions to fulfill and secrets to uncover, and Xie Lian’s centuries of troubled history are never far behind.

Horror hides behind an attractive face in 'The Picture of Dorian Gray', Oscar Wilde's tale of a notorious Victorian libertine and his life of evil excesses.