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Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 320, Publishers: Sourcebooks, ISBN-13: 9781464291760, Date of issue: 2027

A woman invited to her wealthy fiance’s family retreat realises they are hiding a terrible secret—and that she’s been there before, by the bestselling author of What Lies in the Woods.

AS SEEN ON BBC TVWINNER OF THE WATERSTONES BEST BOOK FOR YOUNGER READERS AND OVERALL WINNER 2021WINNER OF THE BLUE PETER PRIZE FOR BEST STORY 2021A Kind of Spark tells the story of eleven-year-old Addie as she campaigns for a memorial in memory of the witch trials that took place in her Scottish hometown. Addie knows there's more to the story of these 'witches', just like there is more to hers. Can Addie challenge how the people in her town see her, and her autism, and make her voice heard?A story about friendship, courage and self-belief, perfect for fans of The Goldfish Boy.'A remarkable debut' The Sunday Times: Book of the Week'Definitive and funny' Susin Nielsen'A fabulous, brilliant debut' Lisa ThompsonDon't miss the prequel to A Kind of Spark! KEEDIE is available now.

An erudite and entertaining history of Moscow, a city whose rich past offers crucial insight into contemporary global politics'A marvellous book' HELEN RAPPAPORT, author of The Rebel Romanov'Every page pulses with individual stories and historical insights' MARK GALEOTTI, author of A Short History of Russia'Morrison is the perfect biographer of Moscow' SHAUN WALKER, author of The IllegalsMoscow stands at the centre of a nation comprising eleven percent of the globe's landmass, eleven time zones and nearly one hundred and fifty million people, some thirteen million of whom live in the capital. A Kingdom and a Village vividly brings to life Russia's heart and soul, tracing its transformation from a 'big village' into a metropolis of vast geopolitical import.It is a stranger-than-fiction arc. The last century alone has featured invasions and battles, the destruction and reconstruction of sacred landmarks, and the collapse of the Soviet republic - not to mention the rise of an authoritarian leader who is a keen student of Russian history. Morrison reaches back to the city's founding as a fortress on a river nearly a millennium ago. In the following centuries, any number of external forces - from Tatar Mongols and Swedes to Napoleon and Hitler - set their sights on Moscow, bolstering its self-conception as a glittering prize and site of perpetual defence and resurrection.Understanding Moscow not only unlocks the spellbinding mysteries of Russia's past, but also the grim logic of its present. A Kingdom and a Village is an essential guide to a people and a nation.'Magisterial ... gripping' BEN RHODES, author of The World As It Is'A mesmerising tale of how Moscow came to be' JILL DOUGHERTY, author of My Russia'Combines taut storytelling with penetrating analysis' REBECCA REICH, University of Cambridge

Tormented by a curse and his own misdeeds. Can a fallen knight claim redemption by saving a realm on the verge of ruin?Orjan Varega suffocates under a crisis of faith. Trapped in the form of a fearsome lizard man by an ancient Elven spell, the once-renowned knight sleeps rough, drinks hard, and struggles to survive as a bounty hunter. But after a boy who offers him food falls prey to ruthless thugs, the protective fighter comes to the child's aid and gains a formidable enemy.As a brutal faction calling themselves the Wyverns terrorizes the land, Orjan agrees to bring them down in exchange for a sorceress's help ending his enchantment. But when he's blackmailed into entering vicious gladiatorial pits, he fears each vile clash takes him one step closer to truly becoming a monster.With his brutality unleashed for the bloodlust of crowds, can he cling to his inner hero and claw Eltera back from the brink?A Kingdom Of Courage And Cruelty is the fast-paced third book in the Levanthria fantasy-retelling series. If you like complex characters, gritty action, and dark tales, then you'll love A.P Beswick's battle to the death.

Passion ignites, torn between desire and duty.Love and loyalty collide in the aftermath of war, where Sorin consumes my every thought. Haunted by nightmares, the intensity of our connection blazes brighter than ever.In the dead of night, he visits, whispering promises of a future that weakens my resolve. The fear of losing him becomes an inferno, overshadowing all else.But destiny takes a wicked twist. When news arrives that the human king, now allied with Evren's father, has invited Starblessed contenders to compete for his hand in marriage, I embark on a perilous journey into enemy territory. My goal: to uncover the enigmatic ruler's hidden secrets.Yet, Sorin, fierce and unwavering, refuses to let me face this danger alone. He risks everything to protect me.Together, we navigate a treacherous realm of secrets and deception, shrouding my true identity as we unravel the twisted web spun by the human king.As our desires intensify, so does the peril that surrounds us. Loyalties blur, and the line between friend and foe fades amidst an imminent threat.In a world where trust is fragile and danger lurks at every step, we confront choices that shall shape our destiny. Will we betray our hearts in the name of duty, or plunge into the flames of an all-consuming love that could set realms ablaze?Featuring:Character IllustrationsMapBonus ScenesAnd More!

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 336, Publishers: Sourcebooks, Author: RENEE HOLLY, ISBN-13: 9781464241963, Date of issue: 2026

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes a new novel in her Blood and Ash series…Is Love Stronger Than Vengeance?A Betrayal…Everything Poppy has ever believed in is a lie, including the man she was falling in love with. Thrust among those who see her as a symbol of a monstrous kingdom, she barely knows who she is without the veil of the Maiden. But what she does know is that nothing is as dangerous to her as him. The Dark One. The Prince of Atlantia. He wants her to fight him, and that’s one order she’s more than happy to obey. He may have taken her, but he will never have her.A Choice….Casteel Da’Neer is known by many names and many faces. His lies are as seductive as his touch. His truths as sensual as his bite. Poppy knows better than to trust him. He needs her alive, healthy, and whole to achieve his goals. But he’s the only way for her to get what she wants—to find her brother Ian and see for herself if he has become a soulless Ascended. Working with Casteel instead of against him presents its own risks. He still tempts her with every breath, offering up all she’s ever wanted. Casteel has plans for her. Ones that could expose her to unimaginable pleasure and unfathomable pain. Plans that will force her to look beyond everything she thought she knew about herself—about him. Plans that could bind their lives together in unexpected ways that neither kingdom is prepared for. And she’s far too reckless, too hungry, to resist the temptation.A Secret…But unrest has grown in Atlantia as they await the return of their Prince. Whispers of war have become stronger, and Poppy is at the very heart of it all. The King wants to use her to send a message. The Descenters want her dead. The wolven are growing more unpredictable. And as her abilities to feel pain and emotion begin to grow and strengthen, the Atlantians start to fear her. Dark secrets are at play, ones steeped in the blood-drenched sins of two kingdoms that would do anything to keep the truth hidden. But when the earth begins to shake, and the skies start to bleed, it may already be too late.

This special edition features premium design enhancements—including sprayed and designed edges, a glossed and embossed cover, and an original piece of commissioned artwork.Is Love Stronger Than Vengeance?A Betrayal…Everything Poppy has ever believed in is a lie, including the man she was falling in love with. Thrust among those who see her as a symbol of a monstrous kingdom, she barely knows who she is without the veil of the Maiden. But what she does know is that nothing is as dangerous to her as him. The Dark One. The Prince of Atlantia. He wants her to fight him, and that’s one order she’s more than happy to obey. He may have taken her, but he will never have her.A Choice….Casteel Da’Neer is known by many names and many faces. His lies are as seductive as his touch. His truths as sensual as his bite. Poppy knows better than to trust him. He needs her alive, healthy, and whole to achieve his goals. But he’s the only way for her to get what she wants—to find her brother Ian and see for herself if he has become a soulless Ascended. Working with Casteel instead of against him presents its own risks. He still tempts her with every breath, offering up all she’s ever wanted. Casteel has plans for her. Ones that could expose her to unimaginable pleasure and unfathomable pain. Plans that will force her to look beyond everything she thought she knew about herself—about him. Plans that could bind their lives together in unexpected ways that neither kingdom is prepared for. And she’s far too reckless, too hungry, to resist the temptation.A Secret…But unrest has grown in Atlantia as they await the return of their Prince. Whispers of war have become stronger, and Poppy is at the very heart of it all. The King wants to use her to send a message. The Descenters want her dead. The wolven are growing more unpredictable. And as her abilities to feel pain and emotion begin to grow and strengthen, the Atlantians start to fear her. Dark secrets are at play, ones steeped in the blood-drenched sins of two kingdoms that would do anything to keep the truth hidden. But when the earth begins to shake, and the skies start to bleed, it may already be too late.

Robin Icethorn's journey continues in this thrilling sequel to A Betrayal of Storms, perfect for fans of A Court of Thorns and Roses and From Blood and Ash.

The gods are furious. And war is coming.To kill a god, Mal Blackburn must first survive Hell. Her path leads her to Allegra-a witch shrouded in myth, madness, and power. But as Mal digs deeper into the magic that could make her a God-Killer, she finds herself once again caught in the web of Thanatos and Hades. And this time, their secrets may be the thing that breaks her.Ash Acheron is trapped behind the enchanted walls of the Kingdom of Magic, flanked by the fierce Bryn Wynter, a wolverian army, and enigmatic allies; Adriana, Keir, Cronan, and a legion of wyverians. But not all magic is salvation... and not all allies can be trusted.To the south, Kai Blackburn journeys with the witch Dawn in search of dragons, creatures that may be their only hope against Hagan. But Kai faces another kind of danger entirely: one with burning eyes, a sharp tongue, and the power to undo him with a single kiss.Kage Blackburn travels north beside the unpredictable Arden Briar, seeking to reunite with Wren Wynter. But when Wren returns... she is not the girl they remember. She is something else. Something more.In the land of phoenixes, Alina Acheron sharpens herself into a blade of vengeance, cloaking herself in shadow and fire. And as she trains beneath Mareena Noor's golden wings, she begins to uncover truths that will change everything.The world is shifting. The gods are watching.And the truth is coming.May the shadows guide your way

In a world where angels protect the people against demons, a young orphan with pitch-black wings may hold the key to the kingdom"s fate. An exquisitely drawn, dark fantasy manga for fans of Puella Magi Madoka Magica, Made in Abyss, and Witch Hat Atelier. An orphaned girl named Blue has always dreamed of joining the ranks of the noble Angels, servants of the floating palace who protect the Quartz Kingdom against demons. Yet, Blue is not like the other children at the orphanage. Where their fledgling angel wings are downy white, Blue"s are pitch black, giving rise to whispers that she is cursed. One day, the orphanage comes under attack by a host of demons. Angels swoop down from the palace to drive the demons back, but Blue watches in horror as they are cut down one after another. Just when all seems lost, Blue feels a dark power welling up inside of her. It may be enough to avenge her friends...but will the cost prove too great?

In a world where angels protect the people against demons, a young orphan with pitch-black wings may hold the key to the kingdom"s fate. An exquisitely drawn, dark fantasy manga for fans of Puella Magi Madoka Magica, Made in Abyss, and Witch Hat Atelier. Blue finally achieved her dream of entering Helios Training Academy and even managed to win some people over with her bright smile and indomitable spirit. Just when things were looking up, a mishap during a magic class triggered Blue’s dark power and left Tannith cursed. Blue is then seized by the Seraphim, the Church’s pitiless adjudicators, and taken before the king to answer for her crime. The king seems all too willing to put her to death, but Cassian and Killian step forward to plead for her life. Can Blue undo the curse on Tannith and prove her innocence...or is it too little, too late?

In a world where angels protect the people against demons, a young orphan with pitch-black wings may hold the key to the kingdom's fate. An exquisitely drawn, dark fantasy manga for fans of Puella Magi Madoka Magica, Made in Abyss, and Witch Hat Atelier. The battle outside the city gates took a shocking turn as Miss Steele sacrificed herself to save Adira, only to be reanimated by Dante into a dark mockery of her former self. Left with no choice but to fight the reanimated Steele, Blue was ultimately forced to kill her one-time friend and mentor. Despite Blue’s grief at Steele’s death, the start of the great tournament leaves her little time to mourn. The contest between the preeminent houses of the Quartz Kingdom will pit the four Millenium Celes against each other, giving Blue a chance to exact justice on Dante for his betrayal. But with every use of her growing powers, she risks losing a little more of herself to the darkness. The winds of fate are swirling about her now, and the path she walks will lead to earth-shattering truths about the kingdom, the Goddess...and Blue’s place at the heart of it all. FINAL VOLUME!

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 594, Publishers: Zando, Author: K. F. Breene, ISBN-13: 9781638934844, Date of issue: 2026

The curse is broken. The veil has thinned. And now, the gods return, some wearing familiar faces, others cloaked in shadow and ruin. Not all have come to save. Some have come only to watch the world fall.The witches have begun their revenge by taking the city of Spark. But they will not stop there. They intend to storm the capital, then the world. Fueled by blood and a century of betrayal, they march beneath a banner of ash and fire, determined to burn the kingdoms to their knees.Wren Wynter runs from prophecy and towards it, warning those who will listen that the end is closer than they know. But fate has a cruel way of twisting the paths of even its most faithful messengers.Alina Acheron journeys deep into the heart of the desert, where war is not waged with armies but with memory, flame, and will. There, she will learn what it means to rise. Not as a princess, but as a weapon.Mal Blackburn walks the line between life and death, love and betrayal, desperately searching for the truth buried in her husband's lies. But in the land of the dead, truth is a dangerous thing, and not everything that dies stays buried.As kingdoms crumble and old powers awaken, Kage must survive a grief that wants to consume him whole. And Kai, Kai must learn that monsters do not always wear the faces he expects, and that sometimes, purple eyes are just that... eyes.The hands that weave fate are moving once more.And this time, not even the gods are safe.

A New Adult Fantasy Romance Perfect for Fans of Fourth Wing, The Bridge Kingdom, and Serpent & Dove!Two enemies. One cursed fate. An enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance that will set the world on fire.The eight kingdoms have not spoken for 100 hundred years after destroying the land of the witches, turning the kingdom into a wasteland.Until now.Mal blackburn will end the feud between the kingdoms by marrying the fire prince, known across the lands for being cruel.But Mal is not looking to conquer the cruel prince's heart.She wants to stab it.For if Mal kills the fire prince, she will end the curse no one believes to be true. However, killing him might not be so simple...The witches want revenge.And everyone seems to keep secrets in the land of fire and dragons.Including Mal Blackburn, the girl with witch eyes. The fourthborn child of the kingdom of darkness. The one that is hiding a secret that could doom them all.Or save them.Perfect for readers who love enemies-to-lovers, slow-burn romance, court intrigue, and dark magic.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 336, Publishers: Sourcebooks, Author: RENEE HOLLY, ISBN-13: 9781464241932, Date of issue: 2025

The gods are here.And they want blood.Mal Blackburn has uncovered truths that were buried for a lifetime; secrets that reshaped her past and shattered her future. Now crowned the God-Killer, she may be the keeper of the most dangerous secret of all. Beside her husband, Ash Acheron, she must learn to survive a world remade by gods and war and perhaps return to places she swore she would never see again.Alina Acheron burns for revenge. With princess Mareena Noor, Kai Blackburn, and Dawn at her side, she might finally have the strength to claim it. But vengeance is never simple. Old grudges fester, secrets refuse to stay buried, and even the ghost of the one she loved may stand in her way.Arden Briar and Ylva set out on a journey that will alter their fates forever, while princess Rio Hawthorne fights to save her people from the tightening grip of the witches.Bryn Wynter searches for his younger brother, though the path ahead may cost him himself. And as the witches draw ever closer to their final battle, the world stands on the brink of ruin.Blood will be spilt.No one is safe.

A determined mermaid, the powerless son of a magic-wielding line...two worlds never meant to collideIn spite of being a nameless orphan, Merletta is determined to win the prestigious rank of record holder. And she has no intention of letting a little thing like universal disdain stop her.Lord Heath knows nothing of mermaids, but coming from the noble House of Dragonfriend, he's no stranger to magic. Except, in spite of having a dragon for a best friend, Heath is the only magic-less member of his family. Not that he covets the power around him. All he wants is to defuse the growing tension between the power-wielders and their royal cousins.These two worlds couldn't be further removed...until Heath's search for solutions takes him to the forgotten island of Vazula. Now the kingdoms of both land and sea are set on a new current, one which will carry both Heath and Merletta beyond the limit of everything they thought they knew. Because with someone underwater trying to do much worse than push Merletta from the program, and someone on land targeting Heath's family, the insurmountable barriers keeping Heath and Merletta apart might just be the least of their problems.A Kingdom Submerged is the first book in The Vazula Chronicles, a YA fantasy series of four installments. In addition to irritatingly inscrutable dragons, the series features a clean slow burn romance between a mermaid and a reluctantly magical human. If you enjoy adventure, fantasy, mystery, and happily ever afters, discover the world of The Vazula Chronicles today!

Princess Iris lives a life of comfort and duty, but she longs for something real. One evening, she slips away from the castle to watch a play, pretending to be a simple healer. There she meets William, a young knight soon to be honored by the king. His quiet strength and sincerity capture her attention in a way she did not expect.****William is devoted to his duty and the life he has trained for. When he meets a gentle healer at the theatre, he finds himself wanting to see her again. She is kind and thoughtful, yet there is something about her he cannot quite understand.****As their paths continue to cross, Iris struggles to keep her secret, and William begins to sense the truth. If he learns who she truly is, his loyalty to the crown will be tested, and Iris will have to face what her choices have set in motion.

Princess Iris lives a life of comfort and duty, but she longs for something real. One evening, she slips away from the castle to watch a play, pretending to be a simple healer. There she meets William, a young knight soon to be honored by the king. His quiet strength and sincerity capture her attention in a way she did not expect.****William is devoted to his duty and the life he has trained for. When he meets a gentle healer at the theatre, he finds himself wanting to see her again. She is kind and thoughtful, yet there is something about her he cannot quite understand.****As their paths continue to cross, Iris struggles to keep her secret, and William begins to sense the truth. If he learns who she truly is, his loyalty to the crown will be tested, and Iris will have to face what her choices have set in motion.

ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE'S 100 BEST MYSTERY AND THRILLER BOOKS OF ALL TIME'As dazzling as anything brought off by Ellery Queen or Agatha Christie' New York Times'Incomparable excitement' New York TimesDorothy meets a handsome young man with an eye for her inheritance while she is in her sophomore year. They are to be married and her life will be blissful; but Dorothy is pregnant and her fiancé's plans are ruined, for Dorothy would be disinherited if her father discovered the truth.So the young man provides his bride to be with some pills that will solve the problem. Soon there will be no baby - and perhaps no Dorothy either... A Kiss before Dying, Levin's first novel, earned him the 1954 Edgar Award for Best First Novel and is regarded as a modern classic.This edition includes a brand new introduction by Anthony Horowitz.

Irys Evergrove only wanted one thing: to avoid marriage to the lecherous duke that has desired her long before she came of age. Those in her village speak of a demon that lives in The Woods, a magical land that very few humans dare to enter. Her desperation sends her into the heart of the forest until she comes face to face with a creature pulled straight from her nightmares.So why does he excite her in a way no mortal man ever has?Begging him to save her from her marriage he agrees but refuses the meager amount of coins she offers him. What this demon desires from her is one pleasure-filled night with her in his cottage. This demon unlocks something inside of Irys she has long since buried. When the sun rises in the morning will she truly be able to start her new life with the freedom she bargained for? Or will she realize that the passion she found between her and the demon of The Woods is not something so easily found again?This is a less than 20k words novella about a monster and a human that is all spice and not plot. For a full list of tropes and other information please check the author's website.

Anwyn knows the dangers of staying in one place for too long. Ever since the death of her parents at a young age, she has lived a life on the run. She takes what she can and leaves as soon as people begin to question who she is. Unfortunately, her luck has run out, and now she finds herself engaged to a horrible man.With nowhere else to go, Anwyn travels through the one place no one from the village will dare follow: The Woods.Washed into a cave during the storm, Anwyn comes face-to-face with a dragon. What seems like the worst day of her life turns out to be quite fortuitous as she discovers his lair is filled to the brim with gold and jewels. Enough to buy the life she's always wanted. It soon becomes apparent that the dragon who captured her wants her for more than just a quick meal. The longer she spends in his company, the more she begins to question if a life of solitude is what she wants. Especially as this dragon continues to bring her every comfort and pleasure she could imagine. After all these years of running, could the life of a dragon's most precious treasure be the one she's always dreamed of?

Melody Rivers would give anything to go back to the way things were. Before her father had bartered away the last of her late mother's possessions to become a wealthy fisherman. One absorbed with his own selfish wants he barely has time for Melody anymore.But her father's exploits on the high seas have not gone unnoticed...The Kraken of the Darksea arrives to seek payment for her father's theft of his fish. What he decides to take instead is Melody. Entranced by her beauty, the kraken will have her serve him in his bed chambers in his drowned palace for eternity.Melody should be repulsed by this foul creature. However, she soon begins to realize he excites her more than he scares her. After saving her from a watery death Melody realizes that there's more to this beast than meets the eye. Will Melody give into his passion surfacing between them or let it drown in these dark waters of the sea?This is a less than 20k words novella about a monster and a human that is all spice and not plot. For a full list of tropes and other information please check the author's website.

"Death is just a five-letter word, yet it consumes my entire existence, driving me to the brink of becoming the word itself."Destruction seems to follow Nyxi wherever she goes, and the man born from death itself is no exception. They messed with the wrong Vagrant, and soon everyone will find out just how hard she can bite.When Nyxi's world is thrown into chaos, there's only one thing she can do to get her revenge: enter the Reaper Crucible-a cutthroat, deadly competition held in the sky, where two members from each of the five sectors are selected to participate in five bloody trials to the death. The prize for the sole survivor? The ability to wield magic and live among the Magicals up in Lunaria.Nyxi has one goal: win the Crucible, gain access to Lunaria, and exact her vengeance. But when she uncovers secrets hidden within the castle's walls, her life is thrown into even greater turmoil.Will she perish in the fires of her future before getting her revenge, or will she win it all-gaining the power to wield magic and becoming the very weapon she was meant to be?

In the cut-throat game of court life, masters manipulate pawns-and you never know which one you are. One thing is certain: there's no space on the board for love.A penniless noblewoman, Kat is on the verge of losing everything when she's offered a well-paid job that could be her salvation... or her ruin. Drawn into court's deadly intrigues, she's given a single task: spy on the powerful fae lord known as the Night Queen's Shadow.Bastian Marwood is handsome, ruthless, and cunning, but Kat can't decide if he's a threat to her kingdom or just her heart. To uncover the truth, she must play a dangerous game of desire and deceit, pushing him to reveal his secrets while protecting her own. But Bastian's shadows have a hold on her-one she isn't sure she wants to escape. Kat soon learns that at court, nothing is as it seems and even the best-laid plans can be destroyed in an instant. As a pawn on the board, she can't afford to fall victim to love-only fight for survival. A Kiss of Iron is the first book in a new series featuring court intrigue, a morally grey hero, and an unforgettable enemies-to-lovers romance. Perfect for fans of Gild and From Blood and Ash.

Posing as a human in Los Angeles, Meredith Gentry, Princess of the high court of Faerie, works as a P.I. specializing in supernatural crime. The Faerie Queen sends her assassin to fetch Meredith back--whether she likes it nor not. Meredith's job will be to enjoy the constant company of the most beautiful immortal men in the world. Her reward: the crown and the opportunity to live. If she fails, her penalty is death.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 208, Publishers: LOVE X LOVE, Author: EMU SOUTOME, ISBN-13: 9781427875297, Date of issue: 2024

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 324, Publishers: Kodansha America, ISBN-13: 9798889330103, Date of issue: 2026

Mimi Thorisson first captivated readers with A Kitchen in France, which displayed her family’s idyllic lifestyle in the French countryside and the delectable cuisine of France. Now that she has found a true home in Italy, Mimi presents a new Italian cookbook that shares the sumptuous meals she cooks and eats in her Italian kitchen. The 100 recipes in A Kitchen in Italy are Mimi's beloved, family-approved favorites—the staple dishes, perfected over several years of living in Italy, that she returns to again and again.Allow Mimi to transport you to Italy with delectable and accessible meals that celebrate the seasons. In the spring, enjoy Mimi’s Risi e Bisi, a brothy, risotto-like Venetian dish served when peas are in season. There’s no better way to use up abundant summer zucchini than in Spaghetti alla Nerano, a dish that encapsulates the beautiful simplicity of Italian cooking. In the fall, turn to a comforting Baked Tagliolini with Prosciutto, a luxurious yet uncomplicated baked pasta beloved by Mimi’s kids. When mandarins and clementines are at their peak in December, pair them with White Chocolate Chip and Pistachio Cookies, made with the very best Sicilian pistachios, for a terrific afternoon snack. With recipes spanning antipasti, primi, secondi, and dolci, you can tuck into a rustic countryside dish on a weeknight or build a special occasion menu to delight your friends. Featuring 150 photographs shot by Mimi's husband, Oddur Thorisson, A Kitchen in Italy brings Mimi’s Italian secrets to your dinner table.

From the famed and internationally bestselling author of "A Song Of Ice & Fire" - the series which inspired "A Game Of Thrones" - comes a new action-packed fantasy thriller. Set a century before "A Game Of Thrones", it follows two unlikely heroes as they wander Westeros.Features more than 160 illustrations by Gary Gianni.

Eight centuries ago the first Knight of the Word was commissioned to combat the demonic evil of the Void. Now that daunting legacy has passed to John Ross -- along with powerful magic and the knowledge that his actions are all that stand between a living hell and humanity's future.Then, after decades of service to the Word, an unspeakable act of violence shatters John Ross's weary faith. Haunted by guilt, he turns his back on his dread gift, settling down to build a normal life, untroubled by demons and nightmares.But a fallen Knight makes a tempting prize for the Void, which could bend the Knight's magic to its own evil ends. And once the demons on Ross's trail track him to Seattle, neither he nor anyone close to him will be safe. His only hope is Nest Freemark, a college student who wields an extraordinary magic all her own. Five years earlier, Ross had aided Nest when the future of humanity rested upon her choice between Word and Void. Now Nest must return the favor. She must restore Ross's faith, or his life -- and hers -- will be forfeit...

L’aquarelle est le médium idéal pour les artistes débutants, mais elle peut être intimidante et se révéler délicate à maîtriser.Dans ce guide, Harriet de Winton vous accompagne à travers les outils et les techniques indispensables pour débuter la peinture à l’aquarelle. Découvrez 20 entraînements expliqués pas à pas, de réalisations très simples à des œuvres plus complexes, pour créer aussi bien des paysages et des fleurs que des œuvres abstraites. Suivez les étapes pour maîtriser les bases, explorer les possibilités de l’aquarelle et trouver votre propre style ! Thèmes abordés :Lavis et dégradésRehauts et ombresRetrait et tamponnageOmbre et sources de lumièrePerspectiveProfondeur et distanceTrouver son style

Patientez, collecte en cours !Dans la ville, des travailleurs de l’ombre s’activent. Nettoyer, balayer, astiquer, ils sont là pour lutter contre nos déchets mais que se passerait-il si un petit chien coquin débarquait dans leur routine ? Caché derrière les poubelles ou dans un carton, il est partout ! Bruno et Jojo les éboueurs arriveront-ils à s’en débarrasser ?

Un homme expulsé de lui-même, réfugié dans son oeuvre, métamorphosé en roman ; un roman en perpétuelle mutation, en vie, toujours plus autre et toujours plus lui-même ; un extraordinaire travail de la mémoire - et de l'imaginaire - à la recherche des paradis perdus, qui sont les seuls vrais paradis ; un art qui fait oublier l'art ; une oeuvre d'art et une théorie de l'art ; et finalement le rêve d'une synthèse de tous les arts : À la recherche du temps perdu est tout cela, et encore ceci : la recréation d'un univers, distinct du monde réel, non littéraire, qui lui a donné naissance, mais vivant en nous et survivant, une fois refermé le livre, en d'infinis échos. Jacques Copeau, devant des épreuves corrigées par Proust, s'écriait : "Mais c'est un nouveau livre !" C'est que, en vivant, en transformant en aventures la découverte du sens, de l'art et du passé, Proust réinfusait à son texte cette "surnourriture" qui lui donne son incomparable richesse et fait que la Recherche s'égale, selon l'expression de Jean-Yves Tadié, à "la somme de ses états successifs". D'où la formule de cette édition, aujourd'hui complète puisque vient de paraître le tome IV : elle offre à la fois l'oeuvre et la biographie de l'oeuvre. Le texte définitif du roman est paré de "ce merveilleux vernis qui brille du sacrifice de tout ce qu'on n'a pas dit" (Sésame et les Lys) ; mais les brouillons de Proust sont également là, nous donnant ce privilège, nouveau, d'accompagner l'auteur dans sa descente vers toujours plus de profondeur. La présente édition, qui se veut la meilleure exposition possible des textes de Proust, ouvre aussi toutes grandes les portes de l'atelier de l'artiste, un atelier semblable à celui d'Elstir, tapissé d'esquisses. Comme le romancier en jetant sur son ouvrage un regard rétrospectif lui confère son unité, le lecteur, qui peut envisager l'oeuvre dans tout son relief, dispose désormaisdes éléments nécessaires, depuis les cryptes jusqu'à la flèche, pour reconstruire la cathédrale.

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Vous tenez entre vos mains un livre mystérieux et magique qui vous fera voyager avec beaucoup de douceur à la rencontre des archanges. Cet ouvrage se veut simple et facile d’accès afin que vous vous sentiez à l’aise durant cet enseignement. Sachez que tout le monde est capable de ressentir et de communiquer avec les archanges ; il suffit d’ouvrir votre cœur et de vous autoriser à recevoir ce qu’ils souhaitent vous transmettre. Voyez ce livre comme votre nouveau compagnon de route, votre ami. Laissez-vous porter par son énergie et, surtout, accueillez et acceptez tout ce qu’il vous transmettra. Son enseignement vous transportera dans la vibration incroyable des archanges qui pourra avoir une grande importance dans votre cœur ainsi que sur votre chemin de vie.

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In Grant's emotionally rich and deeply passionate Regency romance debut, a deal with a rumored rogue turns a proper young woman into . . . "A Lady Awakened." Original.

All moonlight is moving, wherever it may be...Japanese gentlewoman Sei Shonagon invites us to look behind the painted screens in the Emperor's palace and discover a lost world, in which games of poetry are the highest form of wit, lovers send each other elegant morning-after letters, and appreciation of the natural world - wild geese in autumn, the pure white frost of winter - is one of life's most exquisite pleasures.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 336, Publishers: PENGUIN GROUP, Author: Irwin,Sophie, ISBN-13: 9780593491973, Date of issue: 2023

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In an alternate London in 1923, one girl accidentally breaks the tenuous truce between dragons and humans in this sweeping debut and epic retelling of Bletchley Park steeped in language, class, and forbidden romance. Perfect for teen fans of Fourth Wing and Babel.Dragons soar through the skies and protests erupt on the streets, but Vivien Featherswallow isn't worried. She's going to follow the rules, get a summer internship studying dragon languages, be smart, be sweet, and make sure her little sister never, ever has to risk growing up Third Class. She just has to free one dragon.By midnight, Viv has started a civil war.With her parents and cousin arrested and her sister missing, Viv is brought to Bletchley Park as a codebreaker-if she succeeds, she and her family can all go home again. If she doesn't, they'll all die.As Viv begins to discover the secrets of a hidden dragon language, she realizes that the fragile peace treaty that holds human and dragon societies together is corrupt, and the dangerous work Viv is doing could be the thread that unravels it.