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The year is 1794. A young nobleman, Eric Three Roses, languishes in hospital. Some think he would be just at home in the madhouse across the road. Ridden with guilt, he spends his nights writing down memories of his lost love who died on their wedding night. Her mother also mourns her, and when no one listens to her suspicions, she begs the aid of the only person who will listen: Jean Mickel Cardell, the one-armed watchman.

The year is 1793, Stockholm. King Gustav of Sweden has been assassinated, years of foreign wars have emptied the treasuries and the realm is governed by a self-interested elite, leaving its citizens to suffer. On the streets, malcontent and paranoia abound. A body is found in the city's swamp by a watchman, Mickel Cardell, and the case is handed over to investigator Cecil Winge, who is dying of consumption.

Pinkawow! It snows so hard in Pinkville that the snow reaches the rooftops. Pinkalicious and Peter build a sled run that starts at Pinkalicious's upstairs bedroom window and goes all over Pinkville! Wheeee! When Peter sees how steep it is, he freezes in his tracks! Can his big sister Pinkalicious help Peter conquer his fears and enjoy the ride?

When Pinkalicious and her friends want to roast marshmallows at a backyard camping party, it’s too windy to keep the campfire lit! Luckily, Pinkalicious has a friend who can help. It’s Gertie the dragon to the rescue!

Prétextat Tach, prix Nobel de littérature, atteint d'un cancer, n'a plus que deux mois à vivre. Des journalistes du monde entier sollicitent des interviews de l'écrivain obèse, cynique, misanthrope, reclus dans son appartement depuis des années : quatre seulement pourront l'approcher, une l'affrontera dans un des plus brillants duels littéraires que l'on puisse lire, dont le secret caché dans un livre est l'enjeu.

Lorsque les talibans ont pris le contrôle de la vallée du Swat, au Pakistan, une toute jeune fille a élevé la voix. Refusant l'ignorance à laquelle la condamnait le fanatisme, Malala Yousafzai résolut de se battre pour continuer d'aller à l'école. Son courage faillit lui coûter la vie. Le 9 octobre 2012, alors qu'elle n'avait que quinze ans, elle fut grièvement blessée par un taliban dans un car scolaire. Cet attentat censé la faire taire n'a que renforcé sa conviction dans son combat.

In Best Women's Erotica 2011, women are ready to stake their sexual claims like never before - with characters created by some of the most famous names in the erotica genre. Alison Tyler's naughty roommate threesome get more than they bargained for in the dangerous and delicious "Want"; an athlete in Sommer Marsden's "Laps" finds herself doing anything to please her trainer; and a mistress in Rachel Kramer Bussel's "Espionage" commands her lover for herself, if only for a searing moment, during a dinner party where she meets his wife.

Lexi is planning her wedding with lesbian lover Steevie as she is haunted by a secret that she's afraid may ruin their perfect relationship. Seaira is confused as she battles an identity crisis trying to figure out who she is and what she wants in a partner. Jametta seeks the attention of Kaydon, a playboy stud who has no intentions of settling down. Gail, who is envious of Kaydon, sets out to sabotage her friendship with Steevie. Josh is missing DC as he has uprooted his family to NY following a major career promotion.

Quiero invitarte a navegar en un relato lleno de luces y sombras, de enigmas y misterios. Se trata de un cuento milenario protagonizado por momias enigmáticas, esclavos deshumanizados, guerreros valientes, criminales peligrosos y marineros intrépidos. Si te apasiona el tatuaje tanto como a mí y crees que la piel es el mejor cofre posible para atesorar todas tus experiencias, este es tu libro. Descubre con Tatuados los secretos de una tradición que, milenio tras milenio, ha sobrevivido a numerosas adversidades hasta convertirse en toda una tendencia en la actualidad.

Find out what's behind the latest political sex scandals in "Sex, Lies, and Hush Money", learn about how "Atheists Do It Better" and find out "Why Lying About Monogamy Matters". From an insider look at being gay in the military pre-DADT and an impassioned defense of circumcision to a dating site for people with STDs, nuanced explorations of teen sex laws, prostitution, sex at 66, SlutWalks, female orgasm workshops, and more,

Despierta a la heroína-creadora que eres y déjela reclamar el lugar que merece en el mundo. Entre los deberes, el trabajo y el cuidado de los demás, pasa el tiempo de las mujeres y luego nos damos cuenta, un día, de que no somos las protagonistas de nuestras propias historias. Que en la lista de cosas por hacer nos dejamos de últimas.

Una mañana, cuando las vacaciones escolares recién inician, la narradora de esta novela recibe una terrible noticia: su mamá está muerta. Ahora que han pasado más años de su vida sin su madre que con ella, decide regresar a ese lugar fangoso que es la adolescencia para reconstruir no solo ese momento que rompió su vida en dos sino el tiempo que lo precedió y las maneras en que el silencio se había apoderado de todo.

With insight into the historical, cultural, political, legal, and economic processes that shape our use of animals as food, Fitzgerald provides a holistic picture and explicates the connections in the supply chain that are obscured in the current mode of food production. Bridging the distance in animal agriculture between production, processing, consumption, and their associated impacts, this analysis envisions ways of redressing the negative effects of the use of animals as food.

When Beth Crowe starts university, she is shadowed by the ghost of her potential as a competitive swimmer. Free to create a fresh identity for herself, she finds herself among people who adore the poetry of her grandfather, Benjamin Crowe, who died tragically before she was born. She embarks on a secret relationship - and on a quest to discover the truth about Benjamin and his widow, her beloved grandmother Lydia. The quest brings her into an archive that no scholar has ever seen and to a person who knows things about her family that nobody else knows.

Digging into the first ten years of her life, Atmane uncovered secrets and hidden treasure. Blame and anger turned to wonder and curiosity. Emotions and trauma in those first ten years defined her; yet, her ability to survive and the techniques she developed also came to shape who she had become. In Getting Here From There, Ms. Atmane proves that where you start has no bearing on where you can end up.

Step into the world of Jabir ibn Hayyan, the trailblazing scientist whose curiosity and dedication transformed the field of chemistry. This engaging audiobook is perfect for young listeners aged 8-14, offering a mix of captivating stories, hands-on activities, and inspiring lessons.

María Camila Dávila, con diecisiete años pero dueña de una prosa de alguien de treinta, presenta este valioso testimonio sobre lo que implica tener cáncer. Su escritura expone con la más extrema vulnerabili-dad, el dolor y el miedo que debe enfrentar alguien con esta enfermedad. Dávila muestra cómo la enfer-medad, en este caso el cáncer, es en sí misma una dimensión de la existencia.

Despite Dimitri's sudden departure, Kara's determined to get through the rest of the night. She's a professional, after all, and leaving early is bad for business. What she doesn't realize is that the night has another twist still in store, and it's nothing she's expecting....Afterward, she's not sure that she wants to see Dimitri again. But lust is a powerful thing, and she's going to find it hard to stay away for long.

Embark on an inspiring journey of self-discovery with "Finding Freedom: A Soldier’s Journey to Fort Bliss" by Jocelyn Q. Simmons. Through heartfelt storytelling, Simmons shares her experiences of love, family, and personal identity, offering candid insights into life's challenges and the resilience required to overcome them. From the struggles of a love-minus marriage to the complexities of immigrant life, Simmons invites listeners to join her quest for true happiness and fulfillment.

Une exploration éblouissante des sentiments au féminin, des jeux entre l'apparence et la vérité. Son nom est Liv Maria Christensen. Enfant solitaire née sur une île bretonne, entre une mère tenancière de café et un père marin norvégien. Envoyée subitement à Berlin à l'âge de 17 ans, elle tombe amoureuse de son professeur d'anglais. Le temps d'un été, elle apprend tout. Le plaisir des corps, l'intensité des échanges. Mais, à peine sortie de l'adolescence, elle a déjà perdu tous ses repères.