![]() ![]() His self-destructive tendencies were hell bent on ruining his life, but man, how he fought. He stood tall and proud, and burned with a brilliance I found daunting at times. ![]() ![]() ![]() The story of MERCY gave the surprise of a strong, dominant male lead with so many cracks and scars, I couldn't see how Sade held himself together. Lucian Bane hit it out of the park on both these counts…far, far, out of the park… And it's in a storyline that takes me on an unexpected journey, challenging my assumptions of where I thought I might go. Their strengths, weaknesses, and their staggering flaws. For me it is the rawness expressed in the characters. Now for my thoughts…What makes a story interesting, fun, memorable, and just plain engaging on an emotional gut level differs for us all. It was impossible not to become invested in the lives of Sade and Mercy. It's been awhile since I've read a book where an author made me physically feel, but Lucian Bane paints in words a world so vivid it leaps off the page. I won and I received a gift copy of MERCY. My desire to write a review is by my choice alone and was not requested by the author. WOW…a delicious, whirlwind of rioting emotions! A one-sitting, page-turner to the end…įirst a little background… I’d been reading teasers on Lucian Bane's Facebook page, reading snippets here and there. I played this game to pick Sade's favorite song. ![]()
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![]() ![]() We once imagined the sky to be something like a hollow, spherical shell surrounding the Earth, and stars as bright points on that shell. Rachel Ignotofsky, author of Women in Science About the Authorįor most of human history, our understanding of the cosmos was based not on scientific evidence, but on our direct observations of the night sky as we gazed up at its sparkling, dark expanse. What We See in the Stars is an amazing resource for anyone who ever looks up at the sky in wonderment.” Kelsey Oseid’s beautiful paintings seem to be speckled with starlight and truly bring to life facts about astronomy, astrology, and mythology, from the mechanics of meteor showers to the tools used to map and name ancient constellations. “This book is a beautiful way to learn about the science and history of the night sky. Ariel Waldman, author of What’s It Like in Space? Kelsey Oseid makes you aware of your own unique place in spacetime and artfully shows why you should keep looking up." Beautifully illustrated, its inky pages take you on a journey to swim alongside the stars and celestial bodies throughout our galaxy. " What We See in the Stars explains the human connection we have to the cosmos and the scientific discoveries made by people from around the world over several centuries. ![]() "Kelsey Oseid renders the history, science, and myths of our solar system in stunning hand-painted art." ![]() ![]() ![]() “No, Anastasia, I’m not.” He raises his eyebrows, a cool gleam in his eyes. Why didn’t I employ some kind of filter before I read this straight out? How can I tell him I’m just reading the questions? Damn Kate and her curiosity! He inhales sharply, and I cringe, mortified. I’m not interested in extending my family beyond that.” I have a brother and a sister and two loving parents. ![]() “Have you had to sacrifice family life for your work?” “Sorry.” I squirm he’s made me feel like an errant child. “You’ve had to sacrifice family life for your work.” Yes, of course- if I’d known I was doing this interview, I would have done some research. “That’s a matter of public record, Miss Steele.” His tone is stern. Crap. “How old were you when you were adopted?” I stare at him, hoping he’s not offended. How much do you think that’s shaped the way you are?” Oh, this is personal. The temperature in the room is rising, or maybe it’s just me. Again, this is at odds with someone who wants to feed the world, so I can’t help thinking that we’re talking about something else, but I’m mystified as to what it is. “I am.” He smiles, but the smile doesn’t touch his eyes. ![]() ![]()
![]() ![]() ![]() Kareena's bid for the Olympics could very well make history-if she has the courage to go for it. Admitting her feelings for Amit will cost Kareena more than just her pride-she'll have to face his parents' disapproval, battle her own insecurities, and remain focused for the big fight. Which is inconvenient, since she's starting to fall for Amit Patel, who just might be the world's most perfect Indian. Despite pleasing her parents, excelling at school, and making plans to get her family out of debt, Kareena's never felt quite Indian enough, and her training is only making it worse. The Knockout ( 2021) A novel by Sajni Patel Buy from Amazon Sorry, weve not found any editions of this book at Amazon Find this book at ' A rising star in Muay Thai figures out what (and who) is worth fighting for in this ownvoices YA debut full of heart. ![]() If only her sport weren't seen as something too rough for girls, something she's afraid to share with anyone outside of her family. She's landed the chance of a lifetime, an invitation to the US Muay Thai Open, which could lead to a spot on the first-ever Olympic team. We ask that you consider purchasing a copy of THE KNOCKOUT and/or THE OBSESSION to support our virtual programming Signed, personalized copies of THE KNOCKOUT. If seventeen-year-old Kareena Thakkar is going to alienate herself from the entire Indian community, she might as well do it gloriously. ![]() A rising star in Muay Thai figures out what (and who) is worth fighting for in this YA debut full of heart. ![]() ![]() It is essential to individuate the competition and to always watch your back. In a business in which predators far outnumber preys, it is vital to assert dominance and to have clear in mind what the goal of the hunt is. High, ornate ceilings, lavish décor, and artificial bright lights mixed with the incessant fading music in the background are your home and your extremely competitive workplace. ![]() Monaco is curated gardens and high palm trees it is fancy cobblestone streets and luxurious sports cars, but above all, monaco is ‘le casino de monte carlo’. ![]() ![]() It is a truth universally acknowledged by your community that monaco is the playground of the rich and stupid. ![]() ![]() OL19752490W Pages 42 Partner Innodata Pdf_module_version 0.0.16 Ppi 350 Rcs_key 24143 Republisher_date 20211115201503 Republisher_operator Republisher_time 215 Scandate 20211112134716 Scanner Scanningcenter cebu Scribe3_search_catalog isbn Scribe3_search_id 9780316272636 Tts_version 4. The Secret Life of Squirrels: A Love Story by Nancy Rose 3.97 371 Ratings 88 Reviews published 2016 1 edition Love is in the air with another irresistible photo Want to Read Rate it: The Secret Life of Squirrels: Back to School by Nancy Rose 3. Access-restricted-item true Addeddate 14:13:35 Boxid IA40288710 Camera USB PTP Class Camera Collection_set printdisabled External-identifier ![]() ![]() ![]() Their parents have taught them to value strength and power above emotions and beauty, unlike the culture of the Thuvhe. ![]() In the land of Shotet, Cyra Noavek is the sister of Ryzek, the ruler of the Shotet people. The soldiers kill Akos’ father and take Akos and Eijeh prisoners. The Shotet are the feared enemy of the Thuvhe people. But Shotet soldiers ambush them at their house. Only the oracle and the governing Assembly know the specific fates until the Assembly decides to make them public, putting all the fate-favored in danger.Īkos’ father retrieves Akos and his older siblings, Cisi and Eijeh, from school to protect them. Akos and his older brother and sister are fate-favored, which means they have a specific role in the future that an oracle has seen. It also gifts each person with a certain power.Įach of the planets has a rising, falling and current oracle. ![]() In this universe, an unseen energy force, known as the current, flows through every living thing. Akos is the youngest son of the present oracle of Thuvhe, one of nine planets in the Assembly of planets. ![]() ![]() ![]() “It is one of the bleakest speeches in all of Shakespeare,” Zevin says, “but Marx, the character who invokes it in my book finds great hope in it - the idea that we might start again every day of our lives - and a metaphor for playing video games with their infinite restarts, extra lives and chances for redemption.” The title: It comes from Macbeth’s Act V soliloquy. “Part of that is because, at this point in my life, I understand more about what that is.” “Before I wrote this book, I’d never made anyone half-Jewish and half-Korean like I am and like Sam is,” she says. In “Tomorrow,” Zevin injects her own story. ![]() The author: Raised in Florida, educated at Harvard and now living in Los Angeles, Zevin is a novelist and screenwriter who has written 10 books. Sam and Sadie’s friendship is at the heart of the novel. Both are still obsessed with video games, and they create “Ichigo,” the first game that would cement their careers. kids and play “The Oregon Trail.” They lose touch, then cross paths again as college students in the early ’90s. The story: “Tomorrow” tracks the collaborative, competitive friendship of game developers Sam Masur and Sadie Green, who meet as L.A. Wondering if you should join us? Here are five things to know. Times Book Club is reading “Tomorrow” in April. Zevin published “ Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow” last summer, and the novel has become a fixture on bestseller lists ever since, captivating critics, TikTokers and book clubbers like us. ![]() ![]() ![]() Electric Literature via CrowdCast, 6 p.m. ![]() EDT, $5.ĭongWon Song, Rakia Clark, Angeline Rodriguez, and Meghan Deans attempt to demystify the publishing experience drawing on their experience as agents, editors, and publishing professionals. ![]() Capetta, Anna-Marie McLemore, and Mark Oshiro discuss That Way Madness Lies: XV of Shakespeare’s Most Notable Works Reimagined. Katie Engelhart presents The Inevitable: Dispatches on the Right to Die with Larissa MacFarquhar. Jill Santopolo talks with Donna Freitas about Everything After. Rebecca Handler talks with Andrew Sean Greer about Edie Richter Is Not Alone. Jessica Winter presents The Fourth Child with Rumaan Alam. Imbolo Mbue presents How Beautiful We Were with Yiyun Li. Monday 3/15: Jessica Zucker presents I Had a Miscarriage: A Memoir, a Movement with Erica McAfee. Rebecca Morgan Frank reads poetry with the Open Mouth Readings. Sunday 3/14: Kazuo Ishiguro presents Klara and the Sun. ![]() |