-Titulo Original : Our Woman In Moscow A Gripping, Spell-binding Historical Spy Fiction Novel-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: Start a thriving garden with the beginners guide to raised bed gardening Are you interested in creating a bountiful garden but worried that you don’t have enough space? Raised-Bed Gardening for Beginners shows you how simple it can be to plan, build, and grow your own raised-bed garden in whatever space is available. Learn to build your bed, select the right plants, grow your own vegetables, and much more. This book makes it easy for even inexperienced gardeners to serve up freshly picked vegetables and herbs in no time. Plant a flourishing garden in minimal space with: An introduction to raised-bed gardening From constructing a planting box to mixing and maintaining soil, step-by-step instructions make getting started easy.Beginner’s guidance Help your garden thrive with detailed suggestions for crop rotation, partner planting, seed starting, and growing zones.30 easy-to-grow plants Full profiles plus growing and harvesting tips on beginner-friendly vegetables and herbs make choosing the right ones for your garden a cinch.Learn basic methods that will get you growing fast using this easy guide to raised-bed gardening. Review “Raised beds have been a game-changer in our gardening journey, allowing us to keep our space more efficient and organized. Any newbie to the world of gardening or raised beds will find this resource highly valuable!”-Jill Winger, creator, ://theprairiehomestead “Whether you are new to gardening, or just new to raised bed gardening, this book is for you. Tammy does an excellent job of guiding you through the process from start to finish. From how to choose a site all the way though how to harvest your crops.”-Robin Nichols, president, NUGL Media Group“This book could be used as a course for beginning gardeners who are wanting to start a garden. It can also be used by seasoned gardeners who want to switch from in ground gardening to raised beds. As a Master Gardener myself, and a gardener using primarily raised beds, I am impressed with the author’s level of expertise in communicating to gardeners of all capabilities on the ease of planning, starting, and benefits of raised bed gardens. This book is a must for gardeners of all levels. I highly recommend it and will definitely include it in my personal library of gardening resources.”-Willie Slusarski, master gardener“Youre about to grow your largest (and easiest!) crop to date. Raised-Bed Gardening for Beginners is complete with detailed plans and plenty of tips and tricks to grow your own fresh, healthy, and delicious food every step of the way.”-Erin Fesperman, blogger/owner at Little Emerald Thumb About the Author TAMMY WYLIE was introduced to the joy of raised-bed gardens almost 30 years ago. She and her husband are lifelong gardeners, as well as the founders of Advance Greenhouses ( advancegreenhouses ), a website where they share advice on gardening, building greenhouses, and more. She also created and contributes to the blog Grow Your Own Food… Anywhere ( growyourownfoodanywhere )...

-Titulo Original : Gangsta Granny Strikes Again!: The Amazing New Sequel To GANGSTA GRANNY, 2021’s Latest Children’s Book By Million-copy Bestselling Author David Walliams-Fabricante : Harpercollins-Descripcion Original: In New York Times bestselling author Kate Pearce’s sweet and sexy Millers of Morgan Valley series, the close-knit folks of Morgantown, California, have long memories-and big hearts to go with them. In this sixth installment delves into the behind the scenes of the PBR Rodeo as the youngest Morgan brother volunteers on the circuit and catches the eye of a female bull rider. Welcome to California’s ranch country, where the cowboys of New York Times bestselling author Kate Pearce’s sexy and heartwarming series live, learn, and find love... Ranching will always run in Evan Miller’s blood, but as the fifth son, he also wants to prove to his skeptical family that he can forge his own path. Drawn to the world of rodeo, Evan encounters Josie Martinez, half-sister of world champion bull rider Rio Martinez. He hopes Josie might show him the ropes-among other things-but Josie has priorities of her own... Josie’s not sure what she’s doing at her brother’s ranch when she should be at her office in San Francisco, fulfilling her dream of becoming young entrepreneur of the year. Ever since violence unexpectedly entered her life and her home, she’s struggled to get her life back on track. The ranch offers a sanctuary-with one gorgeous exception: Evan. But is he just a distraction, or can their growing bond-and undeniable attraction-persuade Josie that her heart is big enough for work and love... About the Author New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kate Pearce was born in England in the middle of a large family of girls and quickly found that her imagination was far more interesting than real life. After acquiring a degree in history and barely escaping from the British civil service alive, she moved to California and then to Hawaii with her kids and her husband and set about reinventing herself as a romance writer. She writes for Kensington, Penguin Random House UK, Rouge Romance, Carina and Cleis Press and is known for both her unconventional heroes and her joy at subverting romance cliches. In her spare time she self-publishes science fiction erotic romance, historical romance, and whatever else she can imagine. You can find Kate at her website at katepearce , on as Kate Pearce, and on Twitter @Kate4queen...

-Titulo Original : The Cottage: The Gripping New 2021 Crime Suspense Thriller With A Difference-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: The gripping new thriller with a difference from internationally bestselling author Lisa StoneAn isolated cottage…After losing her job and boyfriend, Jan Hamlin is in desperate need of a fresh start. So she jumps at the chance to rent a secluded cottage on the edge of Coleshaw Woods. A tap at the window…Very quickly though, things take a dark turn. At night, Jan hears strange noises, and faint taps at the window. Something, or someone, is out there. A forest that hides many secrets…Jan refuses to be scared off. But whoever is outside isn’t going away, and it soon becomes clear that the nightmare is only just beginning…What readers are saying about The Cottage‘Couldnt put it down’‘A book with twists and turns’‘Breathtaking’‘Has you on the edge of your seat’‘Fantastic’‘This is a WOW’‘Expect the unexpected’‘Engaging and thought-provoking’‘Had me hooked from page 1’ Review Praise for Lisa Stone‘Couldn’t put it down, it was so addictive!’ Amazon reviewer‘I was so hooked on this book I was up all night reading it into the next day’ Amazon reviewer‘The written style keeps the reader enthralled’ Amazon reviewer‘If you like a book that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish this book is for you’ Amazon reviewer‘This is a cracking good read that had me hooked from the beginning until the end. Full of murders, spiritualistic intrigue and just a hint of romance. It is quick paced, extremely thought provoking and full of twists and turns. I didnt want to put this book down.’ Amazon reviewer‘Fantastic book, couldn’t turn the pages quickly enough!’ Amazon reviewer‘A well-written and extremely addictive novel that will stick in your head long after putting it down.’ Amazon reviewer Book Description The gripping new 2021 crime suspense thriller with a difference About the Author “As a writer of suspense thrillers I often ask myself what if? What if this happened instead of that? Or why a particular person reacted as they did. So often fact is stranger than fiction; these books start with a fact which I develop.”Lisa Stone lives in England, has 3 children, and 27 books published under the pseudonym Cathy Glass, many of which have become best-sellers...

-Titulo Original : Daughters Of War (the Daughters Of War) (book 1)-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: A new sweeping historical novel of World War II from the international bestselling author of The Tea Planter’s Wife France, 1944. In an old stone cottage, on the edge of a beautiful French village, three sisters long for the end of the war. Helene, the eldest, is trying her hardest to steer her family to safety, even as the Nazi occupation becomes more threatening. Elise, the rebel, is determined to help the Resistance, whatever the cost. And Florence, the dreamer, just yearns for a world where France is free. Then, one dark night, the Allies come knocking for help. And Helene knows that she cannot sit on the sidelines any longer. But secrets from their own mysterious past threaten to unravel everything they hold most dear… The first in an epic new series from the #1 international bestselling author, Daughters of War is a stunning tale of sisters, secrets and bravery in the darkness of war-torn France… Praise for Daughters of War: “A rich tapestry of courage, passion and family secrets beneath the dark shadows of war” Hazel Gaynor, bestselling author of When We Were Young and Brave “A glorious page-turner … a novel to disappear into” Gill Paul, bestselling author of The Secret Wife “An outstanding novel, beautifully written. Rich in courage, love and sacrifice, but chilling and taut in its portrayal of the horrors of war” Kate Furnivall, bestselling author of The Guardian of Lies “As layers of long-hidden family secrets emerge, you are sure to be hooked to the very last page” Liz Trenow, bestselling author of The Forgotten Seamstress “Love, grief, abandonment, betrayal and secrets … I adored it” Liz Nugent, bestselling author of Little Cruelties Review More praise for Daughters of War: “A wonderfully evocative and sensual writer” Santa Montefiore, bestselling author of Here and Now “A warm and engrossing tale of passion and courage. I loved it” Rachel Hore, bestselling author of A Beautiful Spy “Moving and evocative. A stirring, richly-imagined novel about bravery and love and family loyalty tested to its limits” Rachel Rhys, bestselling author of Island of Secrets “Lushly descriptive, exciting and vivid, this is a warm and exciting tale that will pull you in and refuse to let you go” Tracy Rees, bestselling author of The House at Silvermoor “A tender, moving and at times heartbreaking story” Sinead Moriarty, bestselling author of About Us Book Description the most spellbinding escapist historical fiction novel from the international bestseller About the Author Dinah Jefferies is the author of the international bestseller, The Tea-Planter’s Wife. Born in Malaysia, she moved to England at the age of nine. When she began writing novels, deeply influenced by her Eastern childhood, she was able to return there on annual research trips for each new novel. With her most recent bestseller, her seventh novel The Tuscan Contessa, she has moved to writing about a European setting for the first time and continues that in this new series. She is published in 28 languages and over 30 countries...

-Titulo Original : The New Easy-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: About the Author Donna Hay is Australias favourite and most trusted home cook, and an international food-publishing phenomenon. Donnas 27 books have sold more than 6 million copies worldwide, been translated into 10 different languages, and her television cooking shows have brought her signature style to life for viewers in more than 14 countries. In Australia, her recent books have dominated the bestseller charts, with Fresh and Light (2012) selling 202,000, The New Classics (2013) selling 160,000, Life in Balance (2015) selling 114,000 and Basics to Brilliance (2016) selling 106,000 copies to date. Donna Hay is a household name. She is editor-in-chief of her own magazine (thats reached more than 730,000 readers) with a digital version thats been the number one of its kind in Australia. In addition, her food range is stocked in supermarkets nationally. She is also the working mum of two beautiful boys. Books by Donna Hay include: Basics to Brilliance Kids; Basics to Brilliance; Life in Balance; The New Easy; The New Classics; Fresh and Light; Simple Dinners; A Cooks Guide; Fast, Fresh Simple; Seasons; No Time To Cook; Off the Shelf; Instant Entertaining and The Simple Essentials Collection. New cover look for paperback format of the bestseller.Donna Hay is all about making life easier. THE NEW EASY is Donnas answer to her own quest to make things faster, simpler and tastier in the kitchen. It offers solutions to the age-old dilemmas of home cooks everywhere - what can I put on the table through the week thats fast and delicious, and what do I serve on the weekend thats a little more special? Full of short, concise recipes that are big on flavour, the new easy offers five chapters: weeknights, weekends, sides and salads, baking, and desserts. Each chapter contains clever ideas to restyle particular recipes, so if you loved Tuesday nights lemongrass chicken, learn how to transform it into a chic starter for Saturdays dinner or a tasty sandwich for Sundays picnic. These twists are all about versatility for a whole new and easy repertoire.It wouldnt be Christmas without a Donna Hay hardcover to lust after and this year is no exception. She is one of Australias most trusted and loved cookbook writers, penning recipes that are stylish, easy to cook and make you look like youve been styling food shoots all your life. Example: whole herb roasted cauliflower is a dish so simple, you wonder why it hasnt been done before. Its simplicity is its secret: lots of lovely herbs and flavourings rubbed into a whole head of cauli and roasted. Boom! Donna is surfing the zeitgeist too: chipotle maple pork ribs, fish tacos with lime and tequila dressing, pork and prawn pot-stickers, sloppy Joe sliders ... you get the idea. Every recipe comes knowledgeable aside. A great book for the summer hols. West AustralianDonna Hay consistently delivers beautiful, usable cookbooks, and this one is no exception. Its a visual feast, with full-page, minimalist pictures on thick paper. Restyle options makes recipes work double-time, with simple tips to turn dishes such as lemongrass chicken salad into posh baguettes or an elegant dinner party starter; or a spiced lamb and tahini tart into finger food snacks. The food is elegant, fuss-free, on-trend, and very pretty. Courier Mai...

-Titulo Original : Christmas For The District Nurses: The New Heartwarming Wartime Saga For 2019 (Book 3)-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: ‘An evocative tale’ Woman Magazine The East End of London has been devastated by the Blitz and the people are struggling to come to terms with their ravaged city. Rationing bites ever deeper and and everything that makes life better is in short supply. For the district nurses, the challenges are tougher than ever. Gladys loves her work in the Civil Nursing Reserve, but just when she needs to rely on her sister at home to help out with the chores, she turns into a handful of trouble. Edith is learning to cope with her boyfriends injuries after Dunkirk but will she have to choose between her love for him and her career? With no end in sight, the war reaches its darkest moment … Can the nurses - and the families and patients that rely on them - find the strength to carry on? Review Praise for Annie Groves: ‘An engrossing story’ My Weekly ‘A stirring and heartrending family saga…Against a backdrop of change when the suffragette movement was coming to the fore, the choices and dreams of a generation of women combine to create this passionate story’ Liverpool Daily Post ‘Heartwrenching and uplifting in equal measure - a tragic indictment of what can happen when you swap passion for duty. Roll on the sequel!’ Take a Break ‘Written from the heart’ My Weekly Book Description The new heartwarming wartime saga for 2019 About the Author Annie Groves was the creation of the much-loved writer, Penny Halsall, who died in 2011. Penny was born and lived in the north-west of England all of her life and the Annie Groves novels drew on her family’s history, picked up from listening to her grandmother’s stories as a child.Penny’s legacy of heart-warming and uplifting novels lives on through writer Jenny Shaw - who knew Penny personally for many years...

-Titulo Original : A Bear To Share-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: Business leader, actor, and Baby2Baby ambassador Jessica Alba and Baby2Baby co-CEOs Kelly Sawyer Patricof and Norah Weinstein deliver the important message of giving back from an early age through this tender and delightful story. Tiana loves her teddy bear, Bach. She doesn’t mind that he’s a little worn and somewhat torn. So when her mother suggests she make room for a new bear, Tiana can’t believe her ears! Will Tiana have to lose the one bear she really loves? Or will she find room in her heart for two? Find out in this endearing tale-brought to life by Alicia Mas’s imaginative illustrations-about a young girl who learns the importance of letting go and giving back. A girl with a big heart who loves her teddy bear, her family, and her best friend, Tiana will appeal to any child trying to understand what it means to give back to others. Review The anticipated moral holds true: sometimes giving feels better than receiving. -- Publishers Weekly A sweet read-aloud about friendship, kindness, and equity. -- Kirkus Reviews About the Author Jessica Alba is a globally recognized business leader, entrepreneur, advocate, actor, New York Times bestselling author, Baby2Baby ambassador, and Founder of The Honest Company, a mission-driven company inspiring people to love living consciously by providing safe and effective personal care, beauty, baby, and household products. Baby2Baby is a nonprofit organization that provides children living in poverty with diapers, clothing, and all the basic necessities that every child deserves. Norah Weinstein and Kelly Sawyer Patricof, the co-CEOs of Baby2Baby, have grown Baby2Baby into a nationally recognized children’s organization that has distributed over 175 million items to families in need. Alicia Mas is an illustrator and graphic designer raised in Spains palm tree city, Elche. She is the illustrator of the Every Day Together series, written by Isabel Otter. Animated films, music, and children’s books are amongst Alicia’s biggest artistic and emotional inspirations...

-Titulo Original : Ashfall Legacy-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: Review The Lorien Legacies author returns with an action-packed new series opener. Sydney and his cohort of space cadets are all well fleshed-out. The role humanity plays in this intergalactic space war will draw in fans of the superhero genre. Equal parts humorous and thrilling, Sydney’s adventures through the universe will keep fans of Lore’s previous series satisfied. -- School Library JournalLore reels in readers with imaginatively conceived characters and a snarky, relatable first-person narrative. An action-packed conclusion cracks the door for a sequel. -- Publishers WeeklyThe I Am Number Four (2011) author’s legions of existing fans will be pleased to find the same explosive twists and witty humor that marked his other books, and readers unfamiliar with Lore who love epic, sprawling worlds and fast-paced storytelling should also be directed to this action-packed sf adventure. -- BooklistPRAISE FOR THE I AM NUMBER FOUR SERIES: “Number Four is a hero for this generation.” -- Michael Bay, director of Transformers“I Am Number Four is a breathless page-turner of a sci-fi novel that will have readers rooting for the teen alien who must unleash his firepower to save himself, his human friends, and the planet. So gear up, sci-fi fans, the battle for Earth is on and there’s a new kid in town!” -- “There’s genuine suspense…. It’s easy to get lost in the world of the sweet teen from another planet.” -- Chicago Tribune“Terrifically propulsive.” -- ALA Booklist“Action-packed.” -- Publishers Weekly Pittacus Lore finished telling the story of the Lorien Nine in the New York Times bestselling I Am Number Four and Lorien Legacies Reborn series. Now he’s back to recount an all-new adventure rooted in the real mysteries surrounding Roswell, New Mexico, that will enthrall fans of Brandon Sanderson, Jay Kristoff, and Amie Kaufman.We have waited generations for you…Syd Chambers knows that there’s life on other planets because he’s descended from it. His father was from a distant world called Denza and has been missing-presumed dead-for years.When Syd discovers a device his father left behind which shows not only that he’s alive, but where he is, Syd must set out on a mission of his own. But along the way, he discovers a deadly, unbearable secret that could destroy Denza, Earth, and the universe. From School Library Journal Gr 7-10-Sydney Chambers has been known by many names: Aaron Abrams, Darren Drake, and currently, Wyatt Williams. Thats because, as long as he can remember, he and his mother have been on the run from a secret government agency hell-bent on finding him. Sydney is half Denzan, the product of an intergalactic (mostly undercover) alliance between Earth and the planet Denza. The nonviolent civilization has been surreptitiously recruiting humans to help protect them from the Etherazi, their mortal enemies, and Sydney represents a serious threat to this mission being unveiled. Also, Sydneys dad has been missing for more than a decade, lost while on a secret expedition, so when Syd and his mom are finally caught by Syds uncle, the teen leaves Earth to enroll in the Serpo Institute on Denza. Sydney swiftly becomes swept up in an intergalactic conflict while trying to find his dad, not realizing his precarious place in the universe---for good or ill. The Lorien Legacies author returns with an action-packed new series opener. Sydney and his cohort of space cadets are all well fleshed-out. The role humanity plays in this intergalactic space war will draw in fans of the superhero genre. Equal parts humorous and thrilling, Sydneys adventures through the universe will keep fans of Lores previous series satisfied. VERDICT A solid addition to any librarys sci-fi shelf. Recommended.-Tyler Hixson, Brooklyn P.L.?(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. About the Author Pittacus Lore i...

-Titulo Original : The Lighthouse Witches The Perfect New Gothic Thriller For Halloween 2021-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: Review The text is finely balanced between narrative flow and imaginative explorations so that parts of the stories themselves focus attention on segments of the art whilst other sections invite the inner mind’s eye to interpret matters. The reader-watcher is led through a fantasy deeper and deeper into a strikingly beautiful book suffused with the mystery and music of spellbinding art fully-realised in the tones and rhythms of the words. In summary this is a picture book for readers and picture explorers of all ages although perhaps things may be a challenge for the youngest. Whilst the style will be especially inviting to folk-tale, fantasy and musical enthusiasts within these pages are complex delights and joys for all. -School LibrarianA land where kings and queens are chosen from among the musicians; a great white bear held captive in a tower; the tale of Moondog, the blind musician that brought music back to a land where it had been lost for many years, and whose drumming could hold back time . . . In this collection of 12 illustrated stories, music weaves with universal themes to make new magic. A collection of original folk tale-style stories inspired by her own music-themed paintings, this beautiful large hardback is an ideal gift for any Jackie Morris fan, and will appeal to adults and children alike. -BookTrust A beautifully illustrated collection of interconnected folk tales by author Jackie Morris. These 12 stories are based around a series of musically-themed illustrations first created by Jackie for Help Musicians UK, a catalyst for the imagination, as Jackie describes. Suitable for children and adults and set in a beautiful, magical world of music and majestic creatures, this is an enchanting combination of word and illustration. This new compact edition has a linen-textured hardback cover with a silver foil title and a printed paper dust jacket. A silver page marker ribbon and textured uncoated off-white paper, the same as the popular large format edition, completes this classic book format. About the Author Jackie Morris is an author, artist, and illustrator who has more than 30 years’ experience writing and illustrating books. East of the Sun has been nominated fo the Carnegie Medal; Little Evie in the Wild Wood and Something About a Bear have been nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal; and The Lost Words won the CILIP Greenaway Medal 2019. Other titles by Jackie Morris include Queen of the Sky, the Welsh-language edition of The Lost Words - Geiriau Diflanedig, Tell Me a Dragon, The Snow Leopard, and The Ice Bear...

-Titulo Original : A Gift For The District Nurses A Heartwarming Christmas Historical Romance Set In Ww2 (book 4)-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: Heartwarming and nostalgic fiction from the best selling author of The District Nurses of Victory Walk.It’s 1943 and the district nurses have two new recruits…As the country ramps up for D-Day, the new nurses getting to know their patients on their patch in London’s East End.Lily is quite sure of herself and doesn’t believe she has anything new to learn. She’ll find out the hard way that anyone can be made a fool of when she meets a man who promises her everything.Ruby thinks that nursing might not be for her - is she as hopeless as she thinks, or will tough times bring out the best in her?As the war takes on a new urgency, everything is at stake can the nurses do what is right for the country and for themselves? Review Praise for Annie Groves:‘An engrossing story’ My Weekly‘A stirring and heartrending family saga…Against a backdrop of change when the suffragette movement was coming to the fore, the choices and dreams of a generation of women combine to create this passionate story’ Liverpool Daily Post‘Heartwrenching and uplifting in equal measure - a tragic indictment of what can happen when you swap passion for duty. Roll on the sequel!’ Take a Break‘Written from the heart’ My Weekly Book Description a heartwarming Christmas historical romance set in WW2 About the Author Annie Groves was the creation of the much-loved writer, Penny Halsall, who died in 2011. Penny was born and lived in the north-west of England all of her life and the Annie Groves novels drew on her family’s history, picked up from listening to her grandmother’s stories as a child.Penny’s legacy of heart-warming and uplifting novels lives on through writer Jenny Shaw - who knew Penny personally for many years...

-Titulo Original : The Cornish Cream Tea Christmas: A Cosy And Heartwarming Christmas Romance Set In Cornwall (The Cornish Cream Tea Series) (Book 3)-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: Praise for Cressida McLaughlin:‘Captivating’ Heat Magazine‘Beautiful… heartwarming’ Zara Stoneley‘A wonderful ray of reading sunshine’ Heidi SwainHannah Swan is looking forward to Christmas for the first time in years. Her new job as an eco-consultant is taking her - and her geeky colleague, Noah - to the beautiful Cornish village of Porthgolow for the first time.They’re are helping the Crystal Waters Hotel to ramp up its green credentials, though after a bumpy journey, Hannah can’t shake off the feeling that Porthgolow is strangely familiar. Never able to resist a mystery, her interest is piqued when the hotel’s staff and customers report odd noises and sightings, believing the hotel to be haunted.When bad weather cuts off Porthgolow, Hannah and Noah are looking at a Cornish Christmas. It gives them plenty of time to work out what is really going on, but will their yuletide escape send shivers up their spines? Or will it be as warm and toasty as a glass of mulled wine? Review Praise for Cressida McLaughlin:‘Oh, I just LOVED this story. All the characters are wonderful.’ Isabelle Broom‘With a heroine that you root for this is a sweet read with real heart and soul’ Sarra Manning author of The House of Secrets‘McLaughlin writes so warmly and vividly, the rest of the world melts away… I love that feeling!’ Kirsty GreenwoodA lovely, warm gem of a series that stays with you…I loved it’ Alexandra Brown‘Warm and wonderful…’ Miranda Dickinson Book Description a cosy and heartwarming Christmas romance set in Cornwall About the Author Cressy was born in South East London surrounded by books and with a cat named after Lawrence of Arabia. She studied English at the University of East Anglia and now lives in Norwich with her husband David.When she isn’t writing, Cressy spends her spare time reading, returning to London or exploring the beautiful Norfolk coastline...

-Titulo Original : Lirael Classic Edition (old Kingdom, 2)-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: Review “Riveting.” -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Superb characterization. -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) -- Publishers Weekly“The action charges along at a gallop--a page turner for sure.” -- ALA Booklist (starred review)Praise for SABRIEL: “Rich, complex, involving, hard to put down, excellent high fantasy.” -- Publishers Weekly(starred review)“Nix has created an ingenious, icy world. The action charges along at a gallop. A page-turner for sure.” -- ALA Booklist (starred review)Sabriel is an engaging tale that slays sexual stereotypes along with its monsters.” -- San Francisco ChronicleSabriel is a winner, a fantasy that reads like realism. Here is a world with the same solidity and four dimensional authority as our own, created with invention, clarity, and intelligence. I congratulate Garth Nix. And I look forward to reading his next piece of work.” -- Philip Pullman“A wonderful new fantasy filled with rich and complex imagery.” -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)“Nix’s monsters are scary and repulsive, his sense of humor is downright sneaky, and he puts his heroine through engrossing physical and emotional wringers. This book is guaranteed to keep readers up way past their bedtimes.” -- School Library Journal Return to the world of Sabriel for its 25th anniversary with this special edition of the second book of the Old Kingdom series, Lirael, from master of fantasy and globally bestselling author Garth Nix with original cover artwork by Leo and Diane Dillon.A spellbinding tale of discovery, destiny, and danger in the sequel to Sabriel.Lirael has never felt like a true daughter of the Clayr. Now, two years past the time when she should have received the Sight that is the Clayr’s birthright, she feels alone, abandoned, unsure of who she is. Nevertheless, the fate of the Old Kingdom lies in her hands. With only her faithful companion, the Disreputable Dog, Lirael must undertake a desperate mission against the growing shadow of an ancient evil.Dive into a tale of dark magic and destiny.“Riveting. Readers who like their fantasy intense in action, magisterial in scope, and apocalyptic in consequences will revel in every word.” -Kirkus Reviews (starred review)“Haunting and unusual, exhaustively and f lawlessly conceived. A must-read for fans of the first book, Lirael will also fascinate readers new to the series.” -SLJ About the Author Garth Nix is a New York Times bestselling novelist and has been a full-time writer since 2001, but has also worked as a literary agent, marketing consultant, book editor, book publicist, book sales representative, bookseller, and as a part-time soldier in the Australian Army Reserve.Garth’s many books include the Old Kingdom fantasy series, beginning with Sabriel and continuing to Goldenhand; the sci-fi novels Shade’s Children and A Confusion of Princes; the Regency romance with magic Newt’s Emerald; and novels for children including The Ragwitch, the Seventh Tower series, the Keys to the Kingdom series, and Frogkisser!,which is now in development as a feature film with Fox Animation/Blue Sky Studios. Garth has written numerous short stories, some of which are collected in Across the Wall and To Hold the Bridge. He has also cowritten several children’s book series with Sean Williams, including TroubleTwisters and Have Sword, Will Travel.More than six million copies of his books have been sold around the world and his work has been translated into forty-two languages. You can find him online at garthnix ...

-Titulo Original : Leap Of Faith: The New Autobiography From One Of The Greatest Living Jockeys-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: ‘After all this time Frankie Dettori still ranks amongst the all-time greats of the sport’ LESTER PIGGOTT ‘An autobiography as gripping as any Dick Francis thriller’ YORKSHIRE POST ‘Endearingly honest… a fastpaced, funny autobiography’ COUNTRY LIFE MAGAZINE Legendary jockey, Frankie Dettori, shares his remarkable life story in this astonishingly intimate autobiography. When Lanfranco ‘Frankie’ Dettori arrived on British shores in 1985, aged just 14, he couldn’t speak a word of English. Having left school just a year earlier and following in the footsteps of his father, he was eager to become a stable boy and apprentice jockey, willing to do everything it took to make it. This was his first, but certainly not his last, leap of faith. Despite his slight size, Frankie’s impact upon the British racing scene was immediate and significant. Brimming with confidence, charisma and personality, and with what was clearly a precocious talent, in 1990 he became the first teenager since Lester Piggot to win over 100 races in a single season. By 1996, Frankie was already established as a celebrity in the sport and an adopted national treasure, but it was his extraordinary achievement of winning all seven races in a single day at Ascot that cemented his reputation as the greatest rider of his generation. Nearly 25 years later, and having won the Longines World’s Best Jockey for three consecutive years running, Frankie has demonstrated an unparalled level of longevity at the pinnacle of his sport. But his story is not simply one of uninterrupted success, but also of personal anguish, recovery and restoration - both in and out of the saddle. Now, Frankie compellingly reveals the lows to his highs; the plane crash that nearly killed him, the drugs ban that nearly made him quit the sport, and the acrimonious split from Godolphin that threatened his future. But Leap of Faith is also a story of love - for the sport he continues to dominate to this day, the great horses of his era (Stradivarius, Golden Horn, and of course Enable), and most importantly for his family, who have supported him every step of the way. Heartfelt and poignant, this is not simply a memoir, but a celebration of perseverance and defying the odds. Book Description The new autobiography from one of the greatest living jockeys About the Author Frankie Dettoris phenomenal success as a jockey is rivalled only by his love of food and his family. He comes from a long line of Italian home cooking and is a master in the kitchen. Frankie, his wife Catherine and their four young children divide their time between Newmarket and their extended family in Sardinia...

-Titulo Original : Blueprint: Build A Bulletproof Body For Extreme Adventure In 365 Days-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: The woman who never made a match of her own is making matches for everyone else in this hilarious Regency era comedy of manners. Sophronia Lattimore had her romantic dreams destroyed years ago and is resigned to her role as chaperone for her cousin. Still, she cannot sit idly by when she becomes aware that a gentleman is about to propose to the wrong woman. She sends him an anonymous letter that is soon the talk of the town, particularly when her advice proves to be correct. Her identity is discovered and Sophie, formerly a wallflower, becomes sought after for her “expert” matchmaking skills. One person who seeks her out is the eligible and attractive Sir Edmund Winslow. As Sophie assists Sir Edmund in his pursuit of a wife, she wishes she could recommend herself as his bride. However, she vows to remain uninvolved while aiding him in his search (especially since the gentleman surely does not return her affections). But when her long-lost love and Sir Edmund both seem to be interested in courting her, Sophie can’t figure out if she’s headed for another broken heart­­ or for the altar. How can she be expected to help other people sort out their romantic lives when her own is such a disaster? Review “Get ready to read well past bedtime with Allain’s classic Regency romance and its shrewd, funny heroine, who turns her talent for matchmaking into a match of her own.”-Library Journal (Starred Review)“Realistically varied motivations and small social deceptions build a sense of intrigue, and tender interactions generate a deeper sense of connectedness and hope… every reader will finish the book with a satisfied smile.”-Booklist“This is an insightful novel of manners... Jane Austen’s influence is readily apparent in language usage, character conduct, and, most importantly, the subtle wit and irony that provide so much entertainment.”-Historical Novel Society“Miss Lattimores Letter is an entertaining romp through historical London, with plenty of romance, humor, and banter that make this a worthwhile read.”-Romance JunkiesThis book is sheer perfection. An adorable, hysterical comedy of manners.”-The Romance DishSuzanne Allain delivers a fresh, spirited take on the classic Regency romp. Mr. Malcolms List is a delightful tale that perfectly illustrates the enduring appeal of the Regency romance. Its all here-the fast, witty banter, the elegant ballrooms, the quirky characters, the charming, strong-willed heroine and the dashing hero who has a thing or two to learn about love.-Amanda Quick, New York Times bestselling author“A merry romp! Mr. Malcolm’s List is packed with action as one tangled romantic misunderstanding follows fast upon another’s heels-to hilarious effect.”-Mary Balogh, New York Times bestselling author “This witty Austen-esque romp…is a sparkling twist on the Regency-era ballroom scenes and misunderstandings that litter historical romance…. Allain’s writing is wry and delightful, borrowing skillfully from Austen’s distinctive use of free indirect speech. The book is bursting with witty asides and droll commentary, a tongue-in-cheek discourse designed to have us both laughing with and at the cast of characters. Allain nails the style she’s paying tribute to and the novel is an imminently readable diversion…. It’s an amuse-bouche of a story that delights and tantalizes.”-Entertainment Weekly, on Mr. Malcolms List “Suzanne Allain is a fresh new voice in historical romance. Mr. Malcolm’s List is a charming, light-hearted confection, with humor, sparkling banter and gently simmering romantic tension; in other words, classic Regency romance.”-Anne Gracie, National Bestselling Author“Allain’s characters are witty and appealing, and the sizzle between Jeremy and Selina is convincing. This effervescent love story is a charmer.”-Publishers Weekly, on Mr. Malcolms List“With a feature film already in the works, building on a script also written by Allain (Incognito), this captivati...

-Titulo Original : Gangland New Zealands Underworld Of Organised Crime-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: New Zealands underworld of organised crime and deadly gangsThe best true-crime book of the year by a long stretch.- Steve Braunias, Newsroom A series of rip-snorting yarns about gangs, drugs, fancy cars, wads of cash, violence, and guns - Aotearoa New Zealand style.- Simon BridgesNew Zealand is now one of the most lucrative illicit drug markets in the world. Organised crime is about making money. Its a business. But over the past 20 years, the dealers have graduated from motorcycle gangs to Asian crime syndicates and now the most dangerous drug lords in the world - the Mexican cartels.In Gangland, award-winning investigative reporter Jared Savage shines a light into New Zealands rising underworld of organised crime and violent gangs.The brutal execution of a husband-and-wife; the undercover cop who infiltrated a casino VIP lounge; the midnight fishing trip which led to the countrys biggest cocaine bust; the gangster who shot his best friend in a motorcycle shop: these stories go behind the headlines and open the door to an invisible world - a world where millions of dollars are made, life is cheap, and allegiances change like the flick of a switch. About the Author Jared Savage is an investigative reporter for the New Zealand Herald who has won journalism awards every year since 2010, including twice being named as the best reporter in the country. He lives in Tauranga with his wife and two young children...

-Titulo Original : The Last Protector (james Marwood & Cat Lovett) (book 4)-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: From the No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author of The Ashes of London comes the next book in the phenomenally successful series following James Marwood and Cat Lovett.A dangerous secret lies beneath Whitehall Palace… Brother against brother. Father against son. Friends turned into enemies. No one in England wants a return to the bloody days of the Civil War. But Oliver Cromwell’s son, Richard, has abandoned his exile and slipped back into England. The consequences could be catastrophic. James Marwood, a traitor’s son turned government agent, is tasked with uncovering Cromwell’s motives. But his assignment is complicated by his friend - the regicide’s daughter, Cat Lovett - who knew the Cromwells as a child, and who now seems to be hiding a secret of her own about the family. Both Marwood and Cat know they are putting themselves in great danger. And when they find themselves on a top secret mission in the Palace of Whitehall, they realize they are risking their lives…and could even be sent to the block for treason.Praise for Andrew Taylor‘One of the best historical crime writers today’ The Times‘If you like C. J. Sansom, or Hilary Mantel, you’ll love Andrew Taylor’ Peter James‘Effortlessly authentic…gripping…moving and believable. An excellent work’ C. J. Sansom‘This is historical crime fiction at its dazzling best’ Guardian‘One of the best historical novelists around’ Sunday Times‘A breathtakingly ambitious picture of an era’ Financial Times‘A masterclass in writing for the genre’ Ann Cleeves‘Andrew Taylor is one of our finest storytellers Antonia Hodgson‘Vivid and compelling’ Observer‘A novel filled with intrigue, duplicity, scandal and betrayal, whose author now vies with another master of the genre, C. J. Sansom’ Spectator‘Taylor brings the 17th century to life so vividly that one can almost smell it’ Guardian‘A most artful and delightful book, that will both amuse and chill’ Daily Telegraph Review ‘Confirms his status as one of our finest writers of historical thrillers’ The Sunday Times‘There is colour, violence, devotion, courage and fun here. What more could anyone ask of a crime novel?’ Literary Review‘Taylor is on reliably good form in this fourth instalment of a series that effortlessly blends history and mystery.’ The Times‘A teeming London (in the process of reconstruction after the Great Fire), political chicanery, duels, brothels, court manoeuvrings all are grist to Taylor’s imaginative mill’ The Financial Times‘A brilliant historical novel about Cromwell… Riveting’ Evening Standard‘Superb… Cat, especially, remains one of the most compelling, multifaceted characters in contemporary historical fiction’. Observer‘Taylor’s fourth Marwood tale is gripping and rich in detail - 4.5 stars’ The Sun‘Boasting political intrigue and evocative period atmosphere, The Last Protector is crime writing at its most elegant and assured’ Waterstones blog‘It’s been a good year for historical crime fiction, with another strong outing for Andrew Taylor’s Restoration sleuths James Marwood and Cat Lovett in The Last Protector’ Books of the Year,GuardianFull of intrigue, unforgettable characters and a plot which keeps you engaged until the last page. WaterstonesPraise for Andrew Taylor:‘One of the best historical crime writers today’ The Times‘If you like C. J. Sansom, or Hilary Mantel, you’ll love Andrew Taylor’ Peter James‘Effortlessly authentic…gripping…moving and believable. An excellent work’ C. J. Sansom‘This is historical crime fiction at its dazzling best’ Guardian‘One of the best historical novelists around’ Sunday TimesTaylor has long been the pre-eminent chronicler of beautifully atmospheric historical crime The Times About the Author Andrew Taylor is the author of a number of crime novels, including the ground-breaking Roth Trilogy, which was adapted into the acclaimed drama Fallen Angel, and the historical crime novels The Ashes of London, The Silent Boy, and The American Bo...

-Titulo Original : Impossible: My Story-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: A startling and important memoir about family and forgiveness, love and redemptionFor the first time, Stan Walker speaks with startling honesty about abuse and addiction, hardship and excess, cancer and discrimination, and growing up in a family where love and violence were horribly entwined.From one of the finest singers to emerge from Australia and New Zealand Aotearoa in a generation, Impossible is a story of redemption and the power of forgiveness. Its also a story about courage and hope; about a young Maori boy finding his place and purpose, never forgetting who he is and where he came from.PRAISE FOR IMPOSSIBLE:As a chronicle of Walkers life, it is gripping, but where the book achieves greatness - and I mean real, true greatness - is as a totem to humanitys capacity for kindness. Its an insight into the soul of a man whose capacity for forgiveness seems boundless.- Sam BrooksThis is a cant-put-down read, direct and proud and inspirational, an honest document of life in New Zealand on the wrong side of the tracks...- Steve BrauniasA remarkable, improbable tale of a young Maori man (Tuhoe and Ngati Tuwharetoa) rising to greatness and finding his purpose after surviving horrific childhood abuse and countless other tragic situations.- Sebastian van der ZwanStan Walker astonished me with his masterfully structured memoir of abuse and forgiveness.- Catherine Woulfe About the Author Stan Walker is a trans-Tasman musician, performing artist and actor. He was born in Melbourne and grew up between Tauranga, New Zealand, and Ocean Shores, New South Wales. Walker was the winner of the seventh and final season of Australian Idol in 2009, and was a judge on the first and second season of The X Factor NZ, in 2013 and 2015. Over the past decade Walker has become one of Aotearoas most respected figures, and continues to devote much of his life to his family, his people, and to maoritanga.Stan has earned eight gold and five platinum singles as well as one double platinum and one triple platinum single in New Zealand. Along the way, Walker has received eight New Zealand Music Awards and five ARIA Music Award nominations. Hes won the Waiata Maori Award for Radio Airplay Record of the Year five times, in 2010, 2011 and then three consecutive years in a row from 2013 to 2015.Walker has also appeared in the feature films Mount Zion (2013), Born to Dance (2015) and Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016).He currently lives in Auckland, New Zealand...

-Titulo Original : The Hunted (the Hunted Series, 01)-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: About the Author Gabriel Bergmoser is an award-winning Melbourne-based author and playwright. He won the prestigious Sir Peter Ustinov Television Scriptwriting Award in 2015, was nominated for the 2017 Kenneth Branagh Award for New Drama Writing and went on to win several awards at the 2017 VDL One Act Play Festival circuit. In 2016 his first young adult novel, Boone Shepard, was shortlisted for the Readings Young Adult Prize. His first novel for adults, The Hunted (HarperCollins, 2020) is a bestseller and a film adaptation of The Hunted is currently being developed in a joint production between Stampede Ventures and Vertigo entertainment in Los Angeles. Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide - an electrifying, heartpounding, truly unputdownable thriller - a bestselling debut from talented newcomer, Gabriel Bergmoser.A truly terrifying, breathlessly exciting novel. It gut punches you in the first few pages and doesnt let you recover until the final, thrilling climax. An extraordinary book. M W CravenAn original and high-octane read, it makes Deliverance look like Picnic at Hanging Rock. The Times/Sunday Times Crime ClubFrank is a service station owner on a little-used highway who just wants a quiet life. His granddaughter has been sent to stay with him to fix her attitude, but they dont talk a lot.When a badly injured young woman arrives at Franks service station with several cars in pursuit, Frank and a handful of unsuspecting customers are thrust into a life-or-death standoff.But who are this group of men and women who will go to any lengths for revenge? And what do they want? Other than no survivors ...?A ferociously fast-paced, filmic, visceral, tense and utterly electric novel, unlike anything youve read before. Set on a lonely, deserted highway, deep in the Australian badlands, The Hunted is white-knuckle suspense matched to the fast-paced adrenaline of a Jack Reacher novel and the creeping menace of Wake in Fright. This is unmissable reading.This slice of outback noir is .... at once exhilarating, gleefully vicious and totally, race-to-the-finish-line unputdownable ObserverAn audacious walk on the wildest side of outback noir ... a vivid thriller. Sydney Morning HeraldA perfectly paced, thrilling read with an unrelenting sense of dread and menace ...building suspense at every turn of the page. Crime and thriller readers will love this savage Rottweiler of a novel that will clamp its jaws around their throat and shake them to the end. BooksellerPublisherTough, violent, suspenseful and peopled with great characters,The Hunted could well be the Australian thriller of the year. This is Jack Reacher for adults. Canberra Weekl...

-Titulo Original : Daughters Of Cornwall The No.1 Sunday Times Bestselling Book, A Dazzling Historical Fiction Novel And Heartwarming Romance-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: The No.1 Sunday Times bestselling novel! Love can last a lifetime. But can it last three? 1918World War One is over. But Clara’s fight for her family is only just beginning… 1947Clara’s daughter, Hannah, is in love for the first time - but like her mother before her, she realises that everything comes at a price. In the devastating wake of World War Two, she must protect her baby, Caroline… 2020Caroline lives a quiet life on the Cornish coast. But a devastating discovery threatens everything she holds dear… This secret could break her family, but only if they let it. Are the daughters of Cornwall ready to tell the truth? From the Sunday Times bestselling author comes a sweeping, epic novel of mothers and daughters, secrets and lies, and a love that lasts a lifetime…Reader reviews for Daughters of Cornwall‘The best book I have read for a long while’ ‘I love the way that Fern’s books transport me to Cornwall’ ‘I couldn’t put this book down. I think it’s Fern’s best one yet’ ‘I loved every page of it’ ‘What an absolute joy to read!’ ‘Another heartwarming story from Fern. She never disappoints’ ‘A delightful yarn. Cant wait for her next book.’ ‘I didnt want to put it down’ Review Praise for Fern Britton‘A charming story that is full of hope…will help put a spring in your step’ The Courier ‘This is ideal holiday reading’ WomanCornwall is only a page away in this gorgeous, heart-warming novel - a wonderful read for the summer holidays!‘A warm, easy read that depicts the joys of rural Cornwall’ Daily Mail‘The warmth and empathy that have made Fern Britton such a popular TV presenter are evident in her latest novel’ Woman’s Weekly Book Description The No.1 Sunday Times bestselling book, a dazzling historical fiction novel and heartwarming romance About the Author Fern Britton is a highly acclaimed Sunday Times bestselling author. Her books are cherished for their warmth, wit and wisdom, and have won Fern legions of loyal readers.A hugely popular household name through iconic shows such as This Morning, Fern is also a much sough-after presenter.Fern is deeply committed to a number of charities, in particular the Genesis Research Trust. She lives with her husband, Phil Vickery, and her four children in Buckinghamshire and Cornwall...

-Titulo Original : The Holly Jolly Christmas Quiz Book-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: Festive fun for all the family!Do you know…* Which band has had the most Christmas number ones?* How many cover versions of ‘All I Want for Christmas’ have been recorded?* Which Christmas song is the most popular single ever released?Can you…* Identify a classic Christmas song from a line sung backwards?* Fill in the blanks of iconic Christmas film lines?* Guess the Christmas film from the critic’s review?Get ready to beat your friends and family in a game of festive charades, discover the joys of Christmas-song Mad Libs, test your competitive side with a game of Who’s in Santa’s Bag?, have a good old-fashioned Rockin’ Robin team quiz, indulge in some merry drinking games; or escape with a Jollyword Puzzle. You’ll soon have Christmas all wrapped up!You’ll find hours of festive fun inside to make sure everyone has a very Holly Jolly Christmas...

-Titulo Original : Everyone Versus Racism: A Letter To Change The World-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: The best of England The New StatesmanA powerful open letter about racism The Sun‘I just want equality, equality for all of us. At the moment, the scales are unfairly balanced and I just want things to be fair for my children, my grandchildren and future generations.’On 13 June 2020, Patrick Hutchinson, a black man, was photographed carrying a white injured man to safety during a confrontation in London between Black Lives Matter demonstrators and counter-protestors. The powerful image was shared and discussed all around the world.Everyone versus Racism is a poignant letter from Patrick to his children and grandchildren. Writing from the heart, he describes the realities of life as a black man today and why we must unite to inspire change for generations to come. Review The best of England The New StatesmanA powerful open letter about racism The SunA valuable voice in the conversation about race The Sunday Times About the Author Patrick Hutchinson is a personal trainer and a children’s athletics coach from south London who received worldwide attention after he was photographed carrying an injured counter-protestor to safety during a Black Lives Matter demonstration in central London. The photograph, which was taken by Dylan Martinez at a protest in response to the killing of George Floyd and in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, has been upheld as a defining moment of 2020 and the BLM movement. As a proud father-of-four and a grandfather-of-four, family is at the heart of everything for Patrick and if he isn’t training you will find him taking care of his children and grandchildren, who are the most important things to him of all...

-Titulo Original : San Andreas-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: Another magnificent tale of treachery at sea from a storytelling genius.Suddenly, just before dawn, the lights went out aboard the San Andreas. For the British hospital ship sailing the deadly, U-boat-patrolled Norwegian waters, a nightmare of violence and betrayal has begun - a terrifying game of sabotage in which an unknown traitor among the crew holds all the cards.The red crosses on the vessel’s sides spell anything but safety. For a dangerous secret has turned the ship into a priceless quarry.With the captain out of action, Bosun Archie McKinnon takes over. Alone in treacherous, frozen seas, her compass smashed, the San Andreas is being drawn relentlessly into the enemy’s hands. Review ‘The novel of a great entertainer…Every bit as good as HMS Ulysses’ Eric Hiscock‘The Yarnspinner Laureate shows that he still knows how to shiver our timbers’ The TimesA magnificent storyteller Sunday Mirror‘The most successful British novelist of his time’ Jack Higgins About the Author Alistair MacLean, the son of a minister, was brought up in the Scottish Highlands. In 1941 he joined the Royal Navy. After the war he read English at Glasgow University and became a teacher. Two and a half years spent aboard a wartime cruiser gave him the background for HMS Ulysses, his remarkably successful first novel, published in 1955. He is now recognized as one of the outstanding popular writers of the 20th century, the author of 29 worldwide bestsellers, many of which have been filmed...

-Titulo Original : The Wolves In The Walls-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: There are sneaking,creeping, crumplingnoises coming frominside the walls. Lucy is sure there are wolves living in the walls of their house -- and, as everybody says, if the wolves come out of the walls, its all over. Her family doesnt believe her. Then one day, the wolves come out.But its not all over. Instead, Lucys battle with the wolves is only just beginning. Review Truth be told, Neil Gaiman and Dave McKeans picture book The Wolves in the Walls is terrifying. Sure, the story is fairytale-like and presented in a jaunty, casually nonsensical way, but it is absolutely the stuff of nightmares. Lucy hears wolves hustling, bustling, crinkling, and crackling in the walls of the old house where her family lives, but no one believes her. Her mother says its mice, her brother says bats, and her father says what everyone seems to say, If the wolves come out of the walls, its all over. Lucy remains convinced, as is her beloved pig-puppet, and her worst fears are confirmed when the wolves actually do come out of the walls. Up to this point, McKeans illustrations are spectacular, sinister collages awash in golden sepia tones evocative of the creepy beauty in The City of Lost Children. The wolves explode into the story in scratchy pen-and-ink, all jaws and eyes. The family flees to the cold, moonlit garden, where they ponder their future. (Her brother suggests, for example, that they escape to outer space where theres nothing but foozles and squossucks for billions of miles.) Lucy wants to live in her own house...and she wants the pig-puppet she left behind. Eventually she talks her family into moving back into the once-wolfish walls, where they peek out at the wolves who are watching their television and spilling popcorn on slices of toast and jam, dashing up the stairs, and wearing their clothes. When the family cant stand it anymore, they burst forth from the walls, scaring the wolves, who shout, And when the people come out of the walls, its all over! The wolves flee and everything goes back to normal...until the tidy ending when Lucy hears a noise that sounded exactly like an elephant trying not to sneeze. Adult fans of this talented pair will revel in the quirky story and its darkly gorgeous, deliciously shadowy trappings, but the young or faint of heart, beware! (Ages 9 and older) --Karin Snelson From School Library Journal Grade 2-4-Lucy hears sounds in her house and is certain that the sneaking, creeping, crumpling noises coming from inside the walls are wolves. Her parents and her brother know if the wolves come out-, its all over, and no one believes that the creatures are there-until they come out. Then the family flees, taking refuge outside. It is Lucy who bravely returns to rescue her pig puppet and who talks the others into forcing the animals to leave. Gaiman and McKean deftly pair text and illustrations to convey a strange, vivid story evolving from a childs worst, credible fear upon hearing a house creak and groan. Glowing eyes and expressive faces convey the imminent danger. This rather lengthy picture book displays the striking characteristics of a graphic novel: numerous four-panel pages opening into spreads that include painted people; scratchy ink-lined wolves; and photographed, computer-manipulated images. Children will delight in the scary, creepy tone and in the brave behavior displayed by the intrepid young heroine. Marian Creamer, Childrens Literature Alive, Portland, OR Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc. From Booklist Gr. 3-6. Gaimans picture book about one little girls prescient concern for the sanctity of her home is visually realized through collage and other multimedia images that match the sometimes dark, fantastical story, tone for tone. Lucy is the first to hear wolves in the walls of her house, but her family, each of whom seems oblivious to the ambiguity of his or her reassurances...

-Titulo Original : The Day I Swapped My Dad For Two Goldfish-Fabricante : HarperCollins-Descripcion Original: Review “Delightful.” -- Time Out New York Kids“A bittersweet, guffaw-out-loud story from the most distinctive partnership in picture books today.” -- The Guardian (UK)“McKean is in peak form here, with dark, spiky graphics that somehow manage to convey both sweetness and menace.” -- Washington Post“An energetic, eye-catching volume.” -- Publishers Weekly“Leave it to Neil Gaiman to write a zany tale that’s swimmingly good.” -- The Washington Missourian This offbeat picture book from Neil Gaiman was described as a bittersweet, guffaw-out-loud story from the most distinctive partnership in picture books today by the Guardian.What if you wanted your best friends two goldfish so much that youd swap anything for them, even your father?What if your mother came home and found out what youd done?The Day I Swapped My Dad for Two Goldfish is a wry adventure and was the first book for younger readers from the acclaimed author and illustrator of the New York Times bestsellers The Wolves in the Walls and Coraline. Chosen as one of Newsweek magazines best childrens books of the year, The Day I Swapped My Dad for Two Goldfish is the sort of picture book that works for readers of all ages.If the dad in your life is the sort who enjoys a laugh, especially one at his own expense, he will enjoy The Day I Sawpped My Dad for Two GoldfishIll swap you my dad, I said. Oh-oh, said my little sister. From the Back Cover Ill swap you my dad, I said. Oh-oh, said my little sister. What if you wanted your best friends two goldfish so much that youd swap anything for them, even your father?What if your mother came home and found out what youd done?The Day I Swapped My Dad for Two Goldfish is a hilarious adventure and was the first book for younger readers from the acclaimed author and illustrator of the New York Times best-sellers The Wolves in the Walls and Coraline. Chosen as one of Newsweek magazines Best Childrens Books of the Year, The Day I Swapped My Dad for Two Goldfish is beloved by readers of all ages. This new edition features brand-new jacket art and an afterword by the author on the origins of this unique and wonderfully funny story. About the Author Neil Gaiman is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of books for children and adults whose award-winning titles include Norse Mythology, American Gods, The Graveyard Book,Good Omens (with Terry Pratchett), Coraline, and The Sandman graphic novels. Neil Gaiman is a Goodwill Ambassador for UNHCR and Professor in the Arts at Bard College.Dave McKean is best known for his work on Neil Gaimans Sandman series of graphic novels and for his CD covers for musicians from Tori Amos to Alice Cooper. He also illustrated Neil Gaimans picture books The Day I Swapped My Dad for Two Goldfish, The Wolves in the Walls, and Crazy Hair. He is a cult figure in the comic book world, and is also a photographer...