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The sexy, action-packed first book in the #1 bestselling Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series from global phenomenon Sarah J. Maas.<BR><BR>When nineteen-year-old huntress Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, a terrifying creature arrives to demand retribution. Dragged to a treacherous magical land she knows about only from legends, Feyre discovers that her captor is not truly a beast, but one of the lethal, immortal faeries who once ruled her world. <BR><BR>At least, he's not a beast all the time. <BR><BR>As she adapts to her new home, her feelings for the faerie, Tamlin, transform from icy hostility into a fiery passion that burns through every lie she's been told about the beautiful, dangerous world of the Fae. But something is not right in the faerie lands. An ancient, wicked shadow is growing, and Feyre must find a way to stop it, or doom Tamlin-and his world-forever.<BR><BR>From global bestselling author Sarah J. Maas comes a seductive, breathtaking book that blends romance, adventure, and faerie lore into an unforgettable read.<BR><BR>The Court of Thorns and Roses series includes:<BR>A Court of Thorns and Roses<BR>A Court of Mist and Fury<BR>A Court of Wings and Ruin<BR>A Court of Frost and Starlight<BR>A Court of Silver Flames

The sexy, action-packed first book in the #1 bestselling Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series from global phenomenon Sarah J. Maas.<BR><BR>When nineteen-year-old huntress Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, a terrifying creature arrives to demand retribution. Dragged to a treacherous magical land she knows about only from legends, Feyre discovers that her captor is not truly a beast, but one of the lethal, immortal faeries who once ruled her world. <BR><BR>At least, he's not a beast all the time. <BR><BR>As she adapts to her new home, her feelings for the faerie, Tamlin, transform from icy hostility into a fiery passion that burns through every lie she's been told about the beautiful, dangerous world of the Fae. But something is not right in the faerie lands. An ancient, wicked shadow is growing, and Feyre must find a way to stop it, or doom Tamlin-and his world-forever.<BR><BR>From global bestselling author Sarah J. Maas comes a seductive, breathtaking book that blends romance, adventure, and faerie lore into an unforgettable read.<BR><BR>The Court of Thorns and Roses series includes:<BR>A Court of Thorns and Roses<BR>A Court of Mist and Fury<BR>A Court of Wings and Ruin<BR>A Court of Frost and Starlight<BR>A Court of Silver Flames

Coming soon . return to Prythian with TWO new books in the Court of Thorns and Roses series. Pre-order A Court of Splintered Harmony for 27th October 26, and A Court of Forgotten Melody for 12th January 27.The first instalment of the GLOBAL PHENOMENON and TikTok sensation, from multi-million and #1 bestselling author Sarah J. Maas.Maas has established herself as a fantasy fiction titan - TimeThink Game of Thrones meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a drizzle of E.L. James - TelegraphSpiced with slick plotting and atmospheric world-building ... a page-turning delight - Guardian Sarah J. Maas does not disappoint . To be devoured with relish - Mail******Feyre is a huntress. And when she sees a deer in the forest being pursued by a wolf, she kills the predator and takes its prey to feed herself and her family. But the wolf was not what it seemed, and Feyre cannot predict the high price she will have to pay for its death... Dragged away from her family for the murder of a faerie, Feyre discovers that her captor, his face obscured by a jewelled mask, is hiding even more than his piercing green eyes suggest. As Feyre's feelings for Tamlin turn from hostility to passion, she learns that the faerie lands are a far more dangerous place than she realized. And Feyre must fight to break an ancient curse, or she will lose him forever.Sarah J. Maas's books have sold more than seventy-five million copies and are published in forty languages. Enter the world of Sarah J. Maas and discover the sweeping romantic fantasy that everyone's talking about for yourself.The Court of Thorns and Roses series includes: A Court of Thorns and Roses A Court of Mist and Fury A Court of Wings and Ruin A Court of Frost and Starlight A Court of Silver Flames A Court of Splintered Harmony A Court of Forgotten Melody ****** 5* reader reviews 'This is the first fantasy book I've ever read . . . I'm hooked. I'm addicted' 'I'm a standard romance girl but this swept me off my feet' 'Her writing is exquisite; her characters complex . . . and worlds all-consuming' 'This book has ignited my spark for reading again'

Experience Feyre Archeron's journey all over again with the beautiful collector's edition of A Court of Thorns and Roses, the seductive first book in the #1 bestselling series by Sarah J. Maas, featuring a deluxe new package, an updated map, ribbon pull, and more! <BR><BR>When nineteen-year-old Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, a beast-like creature arrives to demand retribution for it. Dragged to a treacherous magical land she only knows about from legends, Feyre discovers that her captor is not an animal, but Tamlin-one of the lethal, immortal faeries who once ruled their world.<BR>As she dwells on his estate, her feelings for Tamlin transform from icy hostility into a fiery passion that burns through every lie and warning she's been told about the beautiful, dangerous world of the Fae. But an ancient, wicked shadow over the faerie lands is growing, and Feyre must find a way to stop it or doom Tamlin-and his world-forever.<BR><BR>All of the magic of Feyre's epic journey and romance is reflected in this enchanting, collectible edition of A Court of Thorns and Roses, which comes complete with a cloth slipcase featuring unique foil art on the case and book cover, ribbon pull, brand-new interior page designs, metallic endpapers, and a newly illustrated map.<BR><BR>The Court of Thorns and Roses series includes:<BR> A Court of Thorns and Roses<BR> A Court of Mist and Fury<BR> A Court of Wings and Ruin<BR> A Court of Frost and Starlight<BR> A Court of Silver Flames<BR> A Court of Splintered Harmony<BR> A Court of Forgotten Melody

The #1 global bestselling Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series is brought to life in this stunning coloring book, featuring 46 pieces of original artwork.<BR><BR>This must-have companion invites readers to experience the vivid imagery of Sarah J. Maas's Court of Thorns and Roses series. Stunning original drawings bring to life favorite characters, creatures, and moments, including the lush beauty of the Spring Court and the glimmering vibrancy of the Night Court. Join Feyre as she falls in love, wages war, and explores the haunting and deadly world of the Fae.<BR><BR>The Court of Thorns and Roses series includes:<BR>A Court of Thorns and Roses<BR>A Court of Mist and Fury<BR>A Court of Wings and Ruin<BR>A Court of Frost and Starlight<BR>A Court of Silver Flames

Lose yourself in the seductive world of the Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series by #1 global bestselling phenomenon Sarah J. Maas with this gorgeous box set that includes all five hardcovers. <BR><BR>"Passionate, violent, sexy and daring . . . A true page-turner." -USA TODAY on A Court of Thorns and Roses <BR><BR>Feyre is a huntress. The skin of a wolf would bring enough gold to feed her sisters for a month. But the life of a magical creature comes at a steep price, and Feyre has just killed the wrong wolf. <BR><BR>Follow Feyre's journey into the dangerous, alluring world of the Fae, where she will lose her heart, face her demons, and learn what she is truly capable of. <BR><BR>The world expands in A Court of Silver Flames with the story of Feyre's fiery sister, Nesta. <BR><BR>This stunning five-book box set of the #1 bestselling series by Sarah J. Maas includes A Court of Thorns and Roses, A Court of Mist and Fury, A Court of Wings and Ruin, A Court of Frost and Starlight, and A Court of Silver Flames.

Lose yourself in the seductive world of the Court of Thorns and Roses series by internationally bestselling author Sarah J. Maas. This stunning five-book box set includes the new hardcover editions in the iconic ACOTAR colors.<BR><BR>"Passionate, violent, sexy and daring . . . A true page-turner." -USA TODAY on A Court of Thorns and Roses <BR><BR>Feyre is a huntress. The skin of a wolf would bring enough gold to feed her sisters for a month. But the life of a magical creature comes at a steep price, and Feyre has just killed the wrong wolf. <BR><BR>Follow Feyre's journey into the dangerous, alluring world of the Fae, where she will lose her heart, face her demons, and learn what she is truly capable of. <BR><BR>The world expands in A Court of Silver Flames with the story of Feyre's fiery sister, Nesta. <BR><BR>This gorgeous five-book box set of the #1 bestselling series by Sarah J. Maas includes A Court of Thorns and Roses, A Court of Mist and Fury, A Court of Wings and Ruin, A Court of Frost and Starlight, and A Court of Silver Flames.

Coming soon . return to Prythian with TWO new books in the Court of Thorns and Roses series. Pre-order A Court of Splintered Harmony for 27th October 26, and A Court of Forgotten Melody for 12th January 27.<BR><BR>The first five of the Court of Thorns and Roses hardcovers in the iconic ACOTAR colours in a luxe box set, perfect for the holiday season. <BR><BR>Passionate, violent, sexy and daring ... A true page-turner - USA TODAY on A Court of Thorns and Roses<BR><BR>Feyre is a huntress. The skin of a wolf would bring enough gold to feed her sisters for a month. But the life of a magical creature comes at a steep price, and Feyre has just killed the wrong wolf ...<BR><BR>Follow Feyre's journey into the dangerous, alluring world of the Fae, where she will lose her heart, face her demons and learn what she is truly capable of.<BR><BR>The world expands in A Court of Silver Flames with the story of Feyre's fiery sister, Nesta. <BR><BR>This stunning five-book box set of the #1 bestselling series by Sarah J. Maas includes A Court of Thorns and Roses, A Court of Mist and Fury, A Court of Wings and Ruin, A Court of Frost and Starlight and A Court of Silver Flames.

Send a wing-wrapped Illyrian(TM) embrace with this set of die-cut hugging notecards featuring Rhysand(TM), Cassian, and Azriel from the world of A Court of Thorns and Roses(TM). Officially licensed and inspired by the blockbuster bestselling books by Sarah J. Maas(TM), these hunky warriors are ready to sweep you into their powerful armsThese Bat Boy notecards are the perfect way to send cheeky greetings to the ACOTAR(TM) fans in your life. Featuring original custom artwork depicting winged Illyrian warriors Rhysand, Cassian, and Azriel, each card is designed with folded wings that wrap around your note-turning every message into a swoony stationery experience.This boxed set includes 12 muscle-clad die-cut notecards (4 each of 3 designs) and coordinating envelopes. These distinctive notes offer a playful way to share your love of A Court of Thorns and Roses as greeting cards or as a gift set.(c) 2015-2026, Sarah J. Maas. A COURT OF THORNS AND ROSES, ACOTAR, ILLYRIAN, RHYSAND, SARAH J. MAAS, and SJM are trademarks of Fireheart Inc.- OFFICIALLY LICENSED NOTECARDS: ACOTAR(TM) fans rejoice! What could be better than receiving a muscle-clad embrace from a hot Illyrian? This box of 12 shaped notecards (4 each of 3 designs) and colored envelopes is perfect for gifting as a set or sending A Court of Thorns and Roses(TM)-inspired greetings and affection.- UNIQUE "EMBRACE" DESIGN: Each card showcases an original hand-drawn illustration of Rhysand(TM), Cassian, or Azriel, complete with folded wings that wrap protectively around your message. Keep your note safe beneath the impressive wingspans of these legendary Illyrian warriors.- SURPRISE AND DELIGHT IN EVERY ENVELOPE: Send to the most devout ACOTAR fans for Galentine's Day, Valentine's Day, birthdays, or everyday fandom fun. These hunky and iconic characters are perfect for pairing with a gift or sending solo to spice up someone's day.- JOIN THE INNER CIRCLE: Sarah J. Maas fans now have a new way to celebrate the worlds created by the #1 New York Times and internationally bestselling author of the Throne of Glass, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and Crescent City series, which have sold millions of copies worldwide.- GREAT GIFT: Part of an officially licensed collection, these boxed notes make a must-have gift for yourself or other SJM(TM) fans, A Court of Thorns and Roses readers of all ages, fantasy romance enthusiasts, artists and designers, and collectors of fantasy art, stationery, and pop culture.

Coming soon . return to Prythian with TWO new books in the Court of Thorns and Roses series. Pre-order A Court of Splintered Harmony for 27th October 26, and A Court of Forgotten Melody for 12th January 27.<BR><BR>The first five of the Court of Thorns and Roses paperbacks in a gorgeous box set.<BR><BR>'Passionate, violent, sexy and daring ... A true page-turner' USA TODAY on A Court of Thorns and Roses<BR><BR>Feyre is a huntress. The skin of a wolf would bring enough gold to feed her sisters for a month. But the life of a magical creature comes at a steep price, and Feyre has just killed the wrong wolf ...<BR><BR>Follow Feyre's journey into the dangerous, alluring world of the Fae, where she will lose her heart, face her demons, and learn what she is truly capable of.<BR><BR>The world expands in A Court of Silver Flames with the story of Feyre's fiery sister, Nesta.<BR><BR>This stunning five-book box set of the #1 bestselling series by Sarah J. Maas includes A Court of Thorns and Roses, A Court of Mist and Fury, A Court of Wings and Ruin, A Court of Frost and Starlight, and A Court of Silver Flames.

Lose yourself in the seductive world of the Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series by #1 global bestselling phenomenon Sarah J. Maas with this gorgeous box set that includes all five paperbacks.<BR><BR>"Passionate, violent, sexy and daring . . . A true page-turner." -USA TODAY on A Court of Thorns and Roses<BR><BR>Feyre is a huntress. The skin of a wolf would bring enough gold to feed her sisters for a month. But the life of a magical creature comes at a steep price, and Feyre has just killed the wrong wolf.<BR><BR>Follow Feyre's journey into the dangerous, alluring world of the Fae, where she will lose her heart, face her demons, and learn what she is truly capable of.<BR><BR>The world expands in A Court of Silver Flames with the story of Feyre's fiery sister, Nesta. <BR><BR>This stunning five-book box set of the #1 bestselling series by Sarah J. Maas includes A Court of Thorns and Roses, A Court of Mist and Fury, A Court of Wings and Ruin, A Court of Frost and Starlight, and A Court of Silver Flames.

Coming soon . return to Prythian with TWO new books in the Court of Thorns and Roses series. Pre-order A Court of Splintered Harmony for 27th October 26, and A Court of Forgotten Melody for 12th January 27.<BR><BR>The first instalment of the GLOBAL PHENOMENON and TikTok sensation, from multi-million and #1 bestselling author Sarah J. Maas.<BR><BR>Maas has established herself as a fantasy fiction titan - Time<BR>Harry Potter magic, Taylor Swift sass, Fifty Shades-level athleticism - The Sunday Times<BR>With bits of Buffy, Game of Thrones and Outlander, this is a glorious series of total joy - Stylist<BR>Spiced with slick plotting and atmospheric world-building ... a page-turning delight - Guardian<BR>Escapism in its purest form - Independent <BR><BR>******<BR><BR>Feyre is a huntress, but when she kills what she thinks is a wolf in the woods, a terrifying creature arrives to demand retribution. Dragged to a treacherous magical land she knows about only from legends, Feyre discovers that her captor, Tamlin, is not truly a beast, but one of the lethal, immortal Fae.<BR><BR>And there's more to the Fae than the legends suggest.<BR><BR>As Feyre adapts to her new home, her feelings for Tamlin begin to change. Icy hostility turns to fiery passion that burns through every lie she's been told about the beautiful, dangerous world of the Fae. But shadows are creeping in, and Tamlin has a dark secret that he cannot share. Fate brought Feyre to Tamlin for a reason, but saving him from the darkness that threatens his world will lead her down a path that she can never return from.<BR><BR>Sarah J. Maas's books have sold more than seventy-five million copies and are published in forty languages. Enter the world of Sarah J. Maas and discover the sweeping romantic fantasy that everyone's talking about for yourself.<BR><BR>The Court of Thorns and Roses series includes:<BR> A Court of Thorns and Roses<BR> A Court of Mist and Fury<BR> A Court of Wings and Ruin<BR> A Court of Frost and Starlight<BR> A Court of Silver Flames<BR> A Court of Splintered Harmony<BR> A Court of Forgotten Melody<BR><BR>****** <BR>5* reader reviews<BR>'This is the first fantasy book I've ever read . . . I'm hooked. I'm addicted'<BR>'I'm a standard romance girl but this swept me off my feet'<BR>'Her writing is exquisite; her characters complex . . . and worlds all-consuming'<BR>'This book has ignited my spark for reading again'

Coming soon . return to Prythian with TWO new books in the Court of Thorns and Roses series. Pre-order A Court of Splintered Harmony for 27th October 26, and A Court of Forgotten Melody for 12th January 27.<BR><BR>A Court of Wings and Ruin is the third instalment of the GLOBAL PHENOMENON and TikTok sensation, from multi-million and #1 bestselling author Sarah J. Maas<BR><BR><BR> Maas has established herself as a fantasy fiction titan - Time<BR>Think Game of Thrones meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a drizzle of E.L. James - Telegraph<BR>Spiced with slick plotting and atmospheric world-building ... a page-turning delight - Guardian <BR>Sarah J. Maas does not disappoint . To be devoured with relish - Mail<BR><BR>******<BR><BR> Feyre has returned to the Spring Court, determined to gather information on Tamlin's manoeuvrings and the invading king threatening to bring her land to its knees. But to do so she must play a deadly game of deceit - and one slip may spell doom not only for Feyre, but for her world as well.<BR><BR> As war bears down upon them all, Feyre must decide who to trust amongst the dazzling and lethal High Lords and hunt for allies in unexpected places. And her heart will face the ultimate test as she and her mate are forced to question whether they can truly trust each other.<BR> <BR> Sarah J. Maas's books have sold more than seventy-five million copies and are published in forty languages. Discover the sweeping romantic fantasy that everyone's talking about for yourself.<BR><BR>The Court of Thorns and Roses series includes:<BR> A Court of Thorns and Roses<BR> A Court of Mist and Fury<BR> A Court of Wings and Ruin<BR> A Court of Frost and Starlight<BR> A Court of Silver Flames<BR> A Court of Splintered Harmony<BR> A Court of Forgotten Melody

The epic third novel in the #1 bestselling Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series by global phenomenon Sarah J. Maas.<BR><BR>Feyre has returned to the Spring Court, determined to gather information on Tamlin's actions and learn what she can about the invading king threatening to bring her land to its knees. But to do so she must play a deadly game of deceit. One slip could bring doom not only for Feyre, but for everything-and everyone-she holds dear.<BR><BR>As war bears down upon them all, Feyre endeavors to take her place amongst the High Fae of the land, balancing her struggle to master her powers-both magical and political-and her love for her court and family. Amidst these struggles, Feyre and Rhysand must decide whom to trust amongst the cunning and lethal High Lords, and hunt for allies in unexpected places. <BR><BR>In this thrilling third book in the #1 bestselling series from Sarah J. Maas, the fate of Feyre's world is at stake as armies grapple for power over the one thing that could destroy it.<BR><BR>The Court of Thorns and Roses series includes:<BR>A Court of Thorns and Roses<BR>A Court of Mist and Fury<BR>A Court of Wings and Ruin<BR>A Court of Frost and Starlight<BR>A Court of Silver Flames

The epic third novel in the #1 bestselling Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series by global phenomenon Sarah J. Maas.<BR><BR>Feyre has returned to the Spring Court, determined to gather information on Tamlin's actions and learn what she can about the invading king threatening to bring her land to its knees. But to do so she must play a deadly game of deceit. One slip could bring doom not only for Feyre, but for everything-and everyone-she holds dear.<BR><BR>As war bears down upon them all, Feyre endeavors to take her place amongst the High Fae of the land, balancing her struggle to master her powers-both magical and political-and her love for her court and family. Amidst these struggles, Feyre and Rhysand must decide whom to trust amongst the cunning and lethal High Lords, and hunt for allies in unexpected places. <BR><BR>In this thrilling third book in the #1 bestselling series from Sarah J. Maas, the fate of Feyre's world is at stake as armies grapple for power over the one thing that could destroy it.<BR><BR>The Court of Thorns and Roses series includes:<BR>A Court of Thorns and Roses<BR>A Court of Mist and Fury<BR>A Court of Wings and Ruin<BR>A Court of Frost and Starlight<BR>A Court of Silver Flames

A stunning new hardcover edition in the iconic ACOTAR colors. Feyre has returned to the Spring Court, determined to gather information on Tamlin's actions and learn what she can about the invading king threatening to bring her land to its knees. But to do so she must play a deadly game of deceit. One slip could bring doom not only for Feyre, but for everything-and everyone-she holds dear. As war bears down upon them all, Feyre endeavors to take her place amongst the High Fae of the land, balancing her struggle to master her powers-both magical and political-and her love for her court and family. Amidst these struggles, Feyre and Rhysand must decide whom to trust amongst the cunning and lethal High Lords, and hunt for allies in unexpected places. In this thrilling third book in the #1 bestselling series from Sarah J. Maas, the fate of Feyre's world is at stake as armies grapple for power over the one thing that could destroy it.

Coming soon . return to Prythian with TWO new books in the Court of Thorns and Roses series. Pre-order A Court of Splintered Harmony for 27th October 26, and A Court of Forgotten Melody for 12th January 27.<BR><BR>A Court of Wings and Ruin is the third instalment of the GLOBAL PHENOMENON and TikTok sensation, from multi-million and #1 bestselling author Sarah J. Maas<BR><BR><BR> Maas has established herself as a fantasy fiction titan - Time<BR>Think Game of Thrones meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a drizzle of E.L. James - Telegraph<BR>Spiced with slick plotting and atmospheric world-building ... a page-turning delight - Guardian <BR>Sarah J. Maas does not disappoint . To be devoured with relish - Mail<BR><BR>******<BR><BR> Feyre has returned to the Spring Court, determined to gather information on Tamlin's manoeuvrings and the invading king threatening to bring her land to its knees. But to do so she must play a deadly game of deceit - and one slip may spell doom not only for Feyre, but for her world as well.<BR><BR> As war bears down upon them all, Feyre must decide who to trust amongst the dazzling and lethal High Lords and hunt for allies in unexpected places. And her heart will face the ultimate test as she and her mate are forced to question whether they can truly trust each other.<BR> <BR> Sarah J. Maas's books have sold more than seventy-five million copies and are published in forty languages. Discover the sweeping romantic fantasy that everyone's talking about for yourself.<BR><BR>The Court of Thorns and Roses series includes:<BR> A Court of Thorns and Roses<BR> A Court of Mist and Fury<BR> A Court of Wings and Ruin<BR> A Court of Frost and Starlight<BR> A Court of Silver Flames<BR> A Court of Splintered Harmony<BR> A Court of Forgotten Melody

THE FIRST BOOK IN A SERIES FULL OF ADDICTIVE ROMANCE AND POLITICAL INTRIGUE BY BESTSELLING AUTHOR STACIA STARKThis slow burn, enemies-to-lovers is perfect for romantasy readers who love Raven Kennedy, Amanda Bouchet, and Carissa Broadbent---------Just hours after humans are born, the gods take what little power we have. In return, they protect our borders from the vicious, merciless fae.The humans who manage to keep their power are known as the corrupt.And they are put to death.When my forbidden power is discovered, I'm forced to flee my tiny village and the life I adore.To survive, I make a desperate bargain with the mercenary. A dark and brooding man.Whose face I have been seeing in my dreams . . .It's agreed that I'll help him into the city. And he'll help me learn to wield the strange, dark power I've always kept hidden.The power that may just be the key to my survival.But the ruthless mercenary is hiding secrets of his own. Secrets that threaten the safety of everyone I love.Secrets that could tear this kingdom - and perhaps even this world - apart . . .Tropes/Themes: 1. Enemies-to-lovers2. Forced proximity3. Magic

A retelling of the Christopher Columbus story turns this tale on its ear!Coyote, the trickster, creates the world and all the creatures in it. She is able to control all events to her advantage until a funny-looking red-haired man named Columbus changes her plans. He is unimpressed by the wealth of moose, turtles and beavers in Coyote's land. Instead he is interested in the human beings he can take to sell in Spain.Thomas King uses a bag of literary tricks to shatter the stereotypes surrounding Columbus's voyages. In doing so, he invites children to laugh with him at the crazy antics of Coyote, who unwittingly allows Columbus to bring about the downfall of her human friends. And he makes the point that history is influenced by the perspective of the reporter.Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts:CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.7<BR>Use illustrations and details in a story to describe its characters, setting, or events.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.3<BR>Describe how characters in a story respond to major events and challenges.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.6<BR>Acknowledge differences in the points of view of characters, including by speaking in a different voice for each character when reading dialogue aloud.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.3<BR>Describe characters in a story (e.g., their traits, motivations, or feelings) and explain how their actions contribute to the sequence of events

The mastermind behind A Cozy Kitchen presents 100 easy, approachable recipes for quick weeknight meals, Peruvian and Colombian family favorites, and comforting baked goods—all using common ingredients and uncomplicated techniques.<BR><BR>“With a distinct cozy approach to flavor and feeling, Adrianna seems to know exactly what you’re craving before you even do.”—Hailee Catalano, New York Times bestselling author of By Heart<BR><BR>To Adrianna Adarme of A Cozy Kitchen, “cozy” isn’t just about comfort—though, yes, comfort is very much invited. It’s also about ease, intention, and beauty. Cozy is food that tastes good, looks good, and makes you want to tie on an apron even when you’re still wearing your pajamas.<BR><BR>A Cozy Kitchen Cookbook is a celebration of mood-based cooking. Of cozy cravings. Of trusting yourself enough to say: “What do I actually want to eat right now?” and then making it happen without any stress. Whether you’re in lazy mode, party mode, I-just-need-to-get-dinner-on-the-table mode, or all three in the same week, the 100 recipes in this book contain the solution. <BR><BR>Each chapter sets a vibe and a pace. Some recipes are slow and meandering, like The Fluffiest Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing—perfect for when you want to lose track of time and end up with a kitchen full of warmth and sugar. Others are built for speed and ease, like the One-Pan Shrimp Orzo, which exists for those weeknights when your brain is a little fried but you still want something that tastes like you tried. Drawing from her Peruvian and Colombian heritage, Adrianna also includes traditional staples like Saucy Beef Empanadas and Aguadito (aka Peruvian Chicken Soup) which feel like a love letter directly from her family's recipe collection. <BR><BR>There’s no one way to get cozy. Some days, it’s about standing at the stove while something bubbles away and makes your whole home smell like comfort. Other days, it’s assembling something unfussy and eating it cross-legged on the couch. Regardless of mood, A Cozy Kitchen Cookbook will leave you feeling nourished, grounded, and a little more at home with yourself.

'The most important advance of our era. One of the pioneers of the field describes the exciting hunt for the key breakthrough and what it portends for our future' Walter Isaacson<BR><BR>World-famous scientist Jennifer Doudna - winner of the 2020 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for creating the revolutionary gene-editing technique CRISPR - explains her discovery, describes its power to reshape the future of all life and warns of its use.<BR><BR>A handful of discoveries have changed the course of human history. This book is about the most recent and potentially the most powerful and dangerous of them all.<BR><BR> It is an invention that allows us to rewrite the genetic code that shapes and controls all living beings. As a result, dreams of genetic manipulation have become a stark reality: the power to cure disease and alleviate suffering, as well as to re-design any species, including humans, for our own ends.<BR><BR> Jennifer Doudna is the co-inventor of this technology - known as CRISPR - and a scientist of worldwide renown. Writing with fellow researcher Samuel Sternberg, here she provides the definitive account of her discovery, explaining how this wondrous invention works and what it is capable of. She also asks us to consider what our new-found power means: how do we enjoy its unprecedented benefits while avoiding its equally unprecedented dangers? <BR>_________________<BR><BR>PRAISE FOR A CRACK IN CREATION: <BR>'The future is in our hands as never before, and this book explains the stakes like no other' George Lucas<BR>'One of the most PIONEERING women in science . . . Exhilarating' Arianna Huffington<BR>'Thrilling' Adam Rutherford<BR><BR>'An instant classic' Siddhartha Mukherjee

A devastating and pulse-pounding tale that will feel all-too-relevant in today's world, based on a true story from Korean history.Hope is dangerous. Love is deadly. 1506, Joseon. The people suffer under the cruel reign of the tyrant King Yeonsan, powerless to stop him from commandeering their land for his recreational use, banning and burning books, and kidnapping and horrifically abusing women and girls as his personal playthings.Seventeen-year-old Iseul has lived a sheltered, privileged life despite the kingdom's turmoil. When her older sister, Suyeon, becomes the king's latest prey, Iseul leaves the relative safety of her village, traveling through forbidden territory to reach the capital in hopes of stealing her sister back. But she soon discovers the king's power is absolute, and to challenge his rule is to court certain death. Prince Daehyun has lived his whole life in the terrifying shadow of his despicable half-brother, the king. Forced to watch King Yeonsan flaunt his predation through executions and rampant abuse of the common folk, Daehyun aches to find a way to dethrone his half-brother once and for all. When staging a coup, failure is fatal, and he'll need help to pull it off-but there's no way to know who he can trust.When Iseul's and Daehyun's fates collide, their contempt for each other is transcended only by their mutual hate for the king. Armed with Iseul's family connections and Daehyun's royal access, they reluctantly join forces to launch the riskiest gamble the kingdom has ever seen:Save her sister. Free the people. Destroy a tyrant. 'June Hur reigns supreme in making the past come alive.' CHLOE GONG'Gripping and devastating.' ANN LIANG 'There were literally moments in this book where I forgot to breathe.' ELLEN OH

'You must betray or be betrayed. That is the way of the world, daegam.'<BR><BR>A devastating and pulse-pounding historical romance that will feel all-too-relevant in today's world, based on a true story from Korean history || An INSTANT New York Times Bestseller <BR><BR> Hope is dangerous. Love is deadly. <BR><BR>1506, Joseon. The people suffer under the tyrant King Yeonsan, powerless to stop his cruel reign.<BR><BR>Seventeen-year-old Iseul has lived a sheltered, privileged life despite the kingdom's turmoil. When her older sister, Suyeon, gets abducted to become one of the King's concubines, Iseul begins her journey to the capital in the hopes of stealing her sister back. <BR><BR>Prince Daehyun has lived his whole life in the terrifying shadow of his despicable half-brother, the king. Forced to watch King Yeonsan flaunt his abuse of the common folk, Daehyun aches to find a way to dethrone him once and for all. <BR><BR>When Iseul's and Daehyun's fates collide, their contempt for each other is transcended only by their mutual hate for the king. Armed with Iseul's family connections and Daehyun's royal access, they reluctantly join forces to launch the riskiest gamble the kingdom has ever seen:<BR><BR>Save her sister. Free the people. Destroy a tyrant.<BR><BR><BR>PRAISE FOR A CRANE AMONG WOLVES:<BR><BR>'June Hur reigns supreme in making the past come alive.' CHLOE GONG<BR><BR>'Gripping and devastating.' ANN LIANG <BR><BR>'There were literally moments in this book where I forgot to breathe.' ELLEN OH

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!<BR>AN EDGAR AWARD NOMINEE<BR><BR>June Hur, bestselling author of The Red Palace, crafts a devastating and pulse-pounding tale that will feel all-too-relevant in today's world, based on a true story from Korean history.<BR><BR>Hope is dangerous. Love is deadly.<BR><BR>1506, Joseon. The people suffer under the cruel reign of the tyrant King Yeonsan, powerless to stop him from commandeering their land for his recreational use, banning and burning books, and kidnapping and horrifically abusing women and girls as his personal playthings.<BR><BR>Seventeen-year-old Iseul has lived a sheltered, privileged life despite the kingdom's turmoil. When her older sister, Suyeon, becomes the king's latest prey, Iseul leaves the relative safety of her village, traveling through forbidden territory to reach the capital in hopes of stealing her sister back. But she soon discovers the king's power is absolute, and to challenge his rule is to court certain death. <BR><BR>Prince Daehyun has lived his whole life in the terrifying shadow of his despicable half-brother, the king. Forced to watch King Yeonsan flaunt his predation through executions and rampant abuse of the common folk, Daehyun aches to find a way to dethrone his half-brother once and for all. When staging a coup, failure is fatal, and he'll need help to pull it off-but there's no way to know who he can trust.<BR><BR>When Iseul's and Daehyun's fates collide, their contempt for each other is transcended only by their mutual hate for the king. Armed with Iseul's family connections and Daehyun's royal access, they reluctantly join forces to launch the riskiest gamble the kingdom has ever seen:<BR><BR>Save her sister. Free the people. Destroy a tyrant. <BR><BR>Also by June Hur:<BR>The Silence of Bones<BR>The Forest of Stolen Girls<BR>The Red Palace<BR>Behind Five Willows

"We act like children with our dead," Halyna Kruk writes as she struggles to come to terms with the horror unfolding around her: "confused,/ as if none of us knew until now/ how easy it is to die." In poem after devastating poem, Kruk confronts what we would prefer not to see: "a person runs toward a bullet/ with a wooden shield and a warm heart..." Translated with the utmost of care by Amelia Glaser and Yulia Ilchuk, A Crash Course in Molotov Cocktails is a guidebook to the emotional combat in Ukraine. These stunning poems of witness by one of Ukraine's most revered poets are by turns breathless, philosophical, and visionary. In a dark recapitulation of evolution itself, Kruk writes: "nothing predicted the arrival of humankind..../ nothing predicted the arrival of the tank..." Her taught, lean lines can turn epigrammatic: "what will kill you will seduce you first," or they can strike you like Lomachenko's lightening jabs: "flirt, Cheka agent, bitch." Leading readers into the world's darkest spaces, Kruk implies that the light of language can nevertheless afford some measure of protection. Naming serves as a shield, albeit a wooden one. The paradox is that after the bullets have been fired and the missiles landed, the wooden shield, the printed book, reconstitutes itself.

An incisive overview of the macroeconomics of financial crises—essential reading for students and policy experts alikeWith alarming frequency, modern economies go through macro-financial crashes that arise from the financial sector and spread to the broader economy, inflicting deep and prolonged recessions. A Crash Course on Crises brings together the latest cutting-edge economic research to identify the seeds of these crashes, reveal their triggers and consequences, and explain what policymakers can do about them.Each of the book’s ten self-contained chapters introduces readers to a key economic force and provides case studies that illustrate how that force was dominant. Markus Brunnermeier and Ricardo Reis show how the run-up phase of a crisis often occurs in ways that are preventable but that may go unnoticed and discuss how debt contracts, banks, and a search for safety can act as triggers and amplifiers that drive the economy to crash. Brunnermeier and Reis then explain how monetary, fiscal, and exchange-rate policies can respond to crises and prevent them from becoming persistent.With case studies ranging from Chile in the 1970s to the COVID-19 pandemic, A Crash Course on Crises synthesizes a vast literature into ten simple, accessible ideas and illuminates these concepts using novel diagrams and a clear analytical framework.

This is definitely not a harmonic system for those who are looking for rules by which to write music. Rather this is an approach to unlocking the limitless harmonic possibilities which are unique to the piano. This approach can be developed in a personal manner through a lifetime without ever exhausting the creative possibilities. Of course, it is also applicable to jazz composing and arranging. The book includes hundreds of musical examples and five compositions by Bill Dobbins.

'There is nothing Emma Gannon does not know about unlocking your creativity' Farrah Storr'Another dose of genius from Emma Gannon. It's a bible for all of us' Dawn O'Porter****An empowering guide for artists, makers, writers and anyone seeking to live more creatively, with confidence, calm and joy.We all possess creativity, whether it's in the clothes we wear, the way we arrange flowers, or the patterns we choose for our bedroom walls. However, in today's fast-paced, AI-driven world, many of us have lost touch with our innate creative abilities. By chasing trends, productivity hacks and protocols, we forget to trust ourselves, instead relying on algorithms to dictate what we like, what we make, and crucially, how we feel.Award-winning author Emma Gannon understands just how essential creativity is for survival. Through necessity, she has forged her own creative compass to rekindle her spark when it's running low. Now, she invites us to set our own inner compass, with mindsets, rituals and actions to help us:- overcome burnout and mental blocks by blocking external noise- reignite our creative inspiration and flow through making 'bad' art, and- reconnect with intuition and self-trust by finding the values that guide us.Break free from the need for outside approval and create a vibrant, fulfilling life from the inside-out.

'Pemberley, murder, hilarity and a romance to span the ages' - Rachel Wolf, author of Five Nights<BR><BR>Cosy, quirky and utterly gripping, A Crime Through Time is the debut from Amelia Blackwell - the start of a series where crime, time travel and Jane Austen collide.<BR><BR>Pemberley, 1799. When Miss Georgiana Darcy attempts to escape an unwanted marriage proposal, she isn't expecting to end up quite so far from home. But after encountering a mysterious object in the nearby woods, she finds herself transported almost two hundred years into the future.<BR><BR>Saltram, 1995. At a grand country house where a film crew are busy shooting the latest Jane Austen adaptation, a terrible crime has been committed. And Miss Darcy - newly arrived, impeccably dressed and thoroughly confused - is the only witness.<BR><BR>It soon becomes clear that, somehow, Georgiana was meant to solve this riddle. With the help of a distractingly handsome Irishman named Quinn and a border collie named Watson, she sets out to stop the killer before they can strike again. But trouble is brewing back at Pemberley and time, it seems, is not on her side . . .<BR><BR>***<BR><BR>Praise for A Crime Through Time:<BR><BR>'A twisty, diverting romp . . . Clear your diary to finish it in one go' - Rebecca Reid, author of The Will<BR><BR>'An irresistible mix of laugh-out-loud humour, gripping mystery and endearing love story' - Saskia Sarginson, author of One Dark Summer<BR><BR>'Wonderfully original . . . a twisty cosy crime' - Emma Pass, author of Before the Dawn<BR><BR>'The perfect escapist read' - Katy Moran, author of the Regency Romance Trilogy

Don't miss out on the stunning CRIMSON COLLECTABLE edition of A Crimson Ridge Christmas. This breathtaking sprayed edge edition is available on a limited first print run only. PRE-ORDER NOW. Two steamy taboo relationships, two cheating exes, one drunken three-way, a hot dad, a snowstorm, and just enough sexy cowboys in ugly Christmas sweaters. . .all in 1 spicy volume featuring 2 Crimson Ridge holiday novellas: Bouquets & Buckles plus the brand new Saddles & Snowfall-now available for the first time!--Bouquets & BucklesMy plan was to visit my boyfriend back home in Crimson Ridge for the holidays. Instead I uncovered the worst kind of betrayal. Now, I'm hiding from the guy I just caught cheating on me, while stranded with a snowstorm approaching.All it took was a slip of my thumb. Instead of dialing my best friend for help, I accidentally called my life-long cowboy crush-my best friend's father. If we get snowed in together on his ranch tonight, how am I supposed to resist my every teenage fantasy when he's looking at me like that?Saddles & SnowfallTonight's college party to celebrate the festive season-ugly Christmas sweaters, holiday cookies and all-is turned upside down by news of my ex-girlfriend's extracurricular activities. That leaves a bitter taste that not even rounds of tequila shots can chase away.In strolls an offer to get very naughty indeed. A drunken three-way is the perfect cure to forget about cheating exes, right? Only problem, the hot cowboy who just walked in is the last person I should be putting my hands, or anything else, on. My ex-girlfriend's brother. . .Bouquets & Buckles and Saddles & Snowfall are interconnected stand-alone novellas set in the same world as the Crimson Ridge series. --Readers LOVE Bouquets and Buckles:'Absolutely perfect! I adored this book' *****'Another amazing book from Elliott Rose, this book is short and sweet with fire and spice' *****'I didn't want it to end, was HOTTT and a great read' *****'Short, sweet, spicy and a fab read' *****

'Humanism' is among the most powerful terms in historical and contemporary political, religious, and philosophical debates. The term serves to position itself in ideological conflicts and to cement a claim to interpretation, but is highly contradictory. This Element addresses 'humanism' in its striking contradictions. Contemporary definitions are confronted with the historical contexts the term 'humanism' is applied to. Based on Niethammer's invention of 'humanism' as an anti-enlightenment pedagogical concept (1808), the book does not present a mere conceptual history, but rather a theoretically oriented discourse, an examination of the front positions, between which humanism has been constructed. In this way, its 'impossibility' is shown, which is rooted in its strict contextuality. Secondly, historiographical alternatives to this dilemma are pointed out, in order to finally give suggestions not only for an ethical-normative work of the historian of humanism, but for dealing with 'humanism' in general, in connection with discourse-theoretical suggestions. This title is also available as open access on Cambridge Core.

A collection of writings about the Grand Tour that is original and innovative, straying from the usual path of aristocrats and churches.

Die Deutsche Opernsängerin Lilli Lehmann (1848-1929) ist heutenoch dafür berühmt, das italienische Bel Canto, wie auch das deutscheRepertoire gleichermaßen zu beherrschen. Sie war aber nicht>nur< Sängerin sondern auch Schriftstellerin, Regisseurin und Leiterindes früheren Salzburger Mozartfestes. Durch die Untersuchung vieler,teilweise neu entdeckter Quellen, wird ihre Biographie in dieser Dissertationneu bewertet.Außerdem wird ihr Beitrag zur Entwicklung eines neuen aesthetischenEmpfindens in den Bereichen Lied und Oper um 1900 untersucht.Eine umfassende Analyse der Korrespondenz zwischen LilliLehman und Victor Maurel wird präsentiert und sein Einfluss auf ihreArbeit als Schriftstellerin erörtert.Schließlich wird ihre Arbeit als Regisseurin beim Mozartfest in Salzburg,ihr Beitrag zur Etablierung der Salzburger Festspiele und ihreGründung des Mozarteums, des Konservatoriums in Salzburg, betrachtet.Die englischsprachige Studie beleuchtet Lilli Lehmanns bedeutendenBeitrag und ihren Einfluss speziell durch ihre Arbeit, aber auch durchihre Rolle als protofeministisches Vorbild.

Create the Monster Menagerie of Your DreamsWho says creepy can't be cute? With this impressive amigurumi collection you can unlock a whole new world of creatures and cryptids in all their scaryadorable glory. From classic cryptids like Cthulhu, Nessie and Mothman to paranormal paragons like Zombies, Werewolves and Nosferatu himself, there's no end to the delightful terrors you can create.These 40 unique patterns capture each creature's quirks like the majesty of dragons' wings, Medusa's snake hair and the horror of Slender Man's tentacles. While you're creating, you can follow helpful tips on making your own colored eyes and pattern customization for color and sizing. Whether you're looking to add some spooky new additions to your own plushie collection or are hoping to surprise the horror fan in your life, there's a loveable monster in here for everyone.

I'm dreaming of a frightful Christmas... The first thing that Patrolman Zane Cohen notices when he meets Helen Bell again in this new season is that she is not herself. The libraries of the Volumes of Wisdom have been burned to ash. Believers of the Truth are disappearing across the snow globe. A Beast of the darkness is taking hostages and building his army in Winter. And Helen... Helen sees it all unfolding in her dreams. When the Volumes of Wisdom begin to whisper clues of something hidden in Winter that might turn the tides of the oncoming war, Helen finds herself trekking into the prickly pines and thundering songs of war drums in the Green Kingdom. She claims she's there as an emissary of the Three Kings of the East. But the true reason she's risked stepping into a kingdom of the verge of losing a deadly war... Is to steal the Queen of the Pines garland crown right from atop her head. A Crown as Sharp as Pines is Book #3 of The Winter Souls Series: a Christmas themed collection with holiday myths and folklore. Praise for A Soul as Cold as Frost, Book #1 of The Winter Souls Series: "Wow, I loved this book! This book was a magical twist between The Chronicles of Narnia, Alice in Wonderland, and Spirited Away, yet somehow read as effortlessly original. It was gripping, fast paced, and full of action, yet not lacking in heart. High recommend for young YA readers upwards." - USA Today Bestselling author Alice Ivinya "It's the Chronicles of Narnia meets Harry Potter. This fantastic winter tale is the perfect blend of classic portal fantasy and the magic world co-existing with our own. This magical Christian fantasy adventure totally hits the spot and got everything right. It is a beautiful reminder of what is truly important in life." - USA Today Bestselling author Astrid V. J.

A Crown for our Queen is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1882. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

The penultimate volume of the mighty Riftwar Cycle from best selling author Raymond E. Feist.War rages in Midkemia but behind the chaos there is disquieting evidence of dark forces at work.Jim Dasher's usually infallible intelligence network has been cleverly dismantled; nowhere is safe. He feels that the world is coming apart at the seams and is helpless to protect his nation.Quiet palace coups are underway in Roldem and Rillanon; and King Gregory of the Isles has yet to produce an heir. In each kingdom a single petty noble has risen from obscurity to threaten the throne.Lord Hal of Crydee and his great friend Ty Hawkins, champion swordsman of the Masters' Court, are entrusted with the task of smuggling Princess Stephané and her lady-in-waiting, the lovely but mysterious Lady Gabriella, out of Roldem to a place of greater safety. But is there any safe haven to be found?Meanwhile, Hal's younger brothers Martin and Brendan are attempting to hold the strategic city of Ylith against an onslaught of Keshian Dog Soldiers, and a mysterious force from beneath the sea. The Kingdom might lose Crydee and recover; but if Ylith falls, all is lost.An unknown player appears to orchestrating these conflicts. Can Pug and the Conclave of Shadows track down this source before Midkemia is destroyed?

A prophecy at stake. Her heart torn between two men - one mortal, one a deathless god. Can Cahra unleash the untapped strength - and magicks - within her to save her kingdom?

Now Empress of Hael'stromia, Cahra is supposed to be ruling the three kingdoms. But Ozumbre is seceding, Kolyath's nobles sow division, and King Thierre of Luminaux is lost to grief. Her only solace is Hael, their bond growing dangerously romantic despite being forbidden.When Kolyath and Luminaux are attacked by an unknown enemy, Cahra dispatches Hael, leaving her powerless and pining for his dark magicks. Hael never returns, and Wyldaern is granted a vision: Hael, beaten within an inch of his immortality, has been captured.Cahra must master her own dark magick if she's to save Hael in time...

One reckless leap. One broken portal. A love forged in chaos and fire.LaylaI've never belonged anywhere.So when I hit rock bottom, fresh off losing a nationally televised "superhero" competition, a devastatingly handsome man with pointed ears asks me to jump into a swirling vortex and help save his world...I jump.Was it reckless? Absolutely.Was it smart? Not even a little.Within minutes of landing, we're attacked by shadow demons. Two things are clear: my beautiful elf is not as competent with portals as advertised, and dying might be the best outcome, because whatever these creatures are, becoming one of them would be far worse.RaithConvincing a human to fight in Domhan should have been the hardest part.Instead, Layla leaps into the portal without hesitation, and that's when everything goes wrong.I've spent my life failing to live up to my family's legacy. I'm not the perfect son, like Aaran. Not the honored soldier, like Liam. I'm the third son, the disappointment who has too much power and not enough discipline.My magic is strong, but my focus slips at the worst possible moment. The portal shifts and drops us onto the wrong world-a dying hell, crawling with the witch queen's minions.I've made another catastrophic mistake, and this time an extraordinary human is paying the price. I'm going to make this right, even if it means walking through fire and ice to get her home.This is a fast-paced, fated mates, with a ticking clock and high stakes. If you love a fast-paced ride in your life, get your copy now!

Never promise a life that isn't yours to give.New York City is decked out for the holidays, and Special Agent Patrick Collins is looking forward to a reunion with his old team when he gets assigned a new case. A human child is missing, and the changeling left in her place causes a prominent witch family to demand justice from the fae.Meanwhile, continued harassment from the New York City god pack forces Jonothon de Vere to formally establish his own with Patrick. Doing so will mean a civil war within the werecreature community-a war they risk losing from the start without alliances. Making bargains with the fae is never wise, but Patrick and Jono have nothing to lose when a fae lord comes asking for their help.The Summer Lady has been kidnapped from the Seelie Court, and if they can find her, Patrick and Jono will cement an alliance with the fae. But the clues to her disappearance are found in Tír na nÓg, and the Otherworld has never been kind to mortals.Venturing past the veil, Patrick and Jono risk losing territory, time, and their very lives while searching for answers. Because the Queen of Air and Darkness knows they are coming-and the ruler of the Unseelie Court has an offer for them they can't possibly refuse.

When everything falls apart, the truth of who they are is revealed.<BR><BR>Poppy has fallen into stasis, her body broken and power spent, carried beyond the mortal realm. While she lies suspended in dreams, Casteel faces a world without her—raw, wrathful, and altered in ways he doesn’t yet understand.<BR> <BR>Left to steady a kingdom trembling under the weight of loss, Kieran shoulders what he cannot say aloud, even as the fractures between gods, mortals, and fate widen around him.<BR> In the days that follow, grief becomes a guide, loyalty a burden, and love the only thing holding the realms together.<BR> <BR>These are the pieces that fill the silence. The moments of wrath, ruin, resolve, and the spark of what must come next.<BR> <BR>A Crown of Ruin reveals the unseen moments of love, loss, and change between The Primal of Blood and Bone and The Throne of Bone and Ash—now available in a beautiful print edition featuring designed edges and special bonus content, including excerpts from other books in the universe, original artwork, and a candid Q&A with Jennifer L. Armentrout.

What if life didn't have to feel like survival? What if love was steady? What if joy was allowed? What if we chose warmth over the hustle? A Crown Of Sunlit Things was born from golden evenings, quiet streets, countryside paths, and these nagging questions.Written while wandering through castles, ruins, and her lover's hometown, her collection lives at the intersection of fairytale longing and real emotional growth. Blending dreamy imagery with modern vulnerability, this collection explores what happens after survival-when love is no longer something to endure, but something safe enough to rest inside of. These poems celebrate tenderness, devotion, partnership, and the kind of romance built on warmth rather than chaos.Inside, you'll find:Soft, steady love instead of dramatic highs and lowsEuropean-inspired imagery: castles, cobblestone streets, wildflower fields, golden lightHealing after heartbreak, trauma, and emotional exhaustionSensuality & Intimacy written with warmth, reverence, and emotional depthDomestic intimacy woven with fairytale wonderDreaming of a slower, softer life built on presence, not pressureHappiness & HopeWritten during a season of travel and romantic daydreaming, A Crown Of Sunlit Things captures the moment you realize you are allowed to build a life that feels beautiful-not just productive.This is poetry for romantics tired of the grind.For readers who love fairytale-inspired aesthetics, and emotionally honest reflections on love, healing, and desire.For anyone craving emotional safety and softness.For anyone who is learning that gentleness is not weakness.You survived, now you get to live.

Now a major TV series on Prime Video <BR><BR>The seventh novel in the Wheel of Time series - one of the most influential and popular fantasy epics ever published.<BR><BR>The war for humanity's survival has begun.<BR><BR>Rand al'Thor, the Dragon Reborn, has escaped the snares of the White Tower and the first of the rebel Aes Sedai have sworn to follow him. Attacked by the servants of the Dark, threatened by the invading Seanchan, Rand rallies his forces and brings battle to bear upon Illian, stronghold of Sammael the Forsaken . . . <BR><BR>In the city of Ebou Dar, Elayne, Aviendha and Mat struggle to secure the ter'angreal that can break the Dark One's hold on the world's weather - and an ancient bane moves to oppose them. In the town of Salidar, Egwene al'Vere gathers an army to reclaim Tar Valon and reunite the Aes Sedai . . . <BR><BR>And in Shadar Logoth, city of darkness, a terrible power awakens . . .<BR><BR>'Epic in every sense' Sunday Times<BR><BR>'With the Wheel of Time, Jordan has come to dominate the world that Tolkien began to reveal' New York Times<BR><BR>'[The] huge ambitious Wheel of Time series helped redefine the genre' George R. R. Martin<BR><BR>'A fantasy phenomenon' SFX<BR><BR>The Wheel of Time series:<BR>Book 1: The Eye of the World<BR>Book 2: The Great Hunt<BR>Book 3: The Dragon Reborn<BR>Book 4: The Shadow Rising<BR>Book 5: The Fires of Heaven<BR>Book 6: Lord of Chaos<BR>Book 7: A Crown of Swords<BR>Book 8: The Path of Daggers<BR>Book 9: Winter's Heart<BR>Book 10: Crossroads of Twilight<BR>Book 11: Knife of Dreams<BR>Book 12: The Gathering Storm<BR>Book 13: Towers of Midnight<BR>Book 14: A Memory of Light<BR>Prequel: New Spring<BR><BR>Look out for the companion book: The World of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time