-Titulo Original : Kingdom Of The Cursed (Kingdom Of The Wicked, 2)-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Stalking Jack the Ripper series comes the sizzling, sweepingly romantic sequel to Kingdom of the Wicked. One sister. Two sinful princes. Infinite deception with a side of revenge . . . Welcome to Hell. After selling her soul to become Queen of the Wicked, Emilia travels to the Seven Circles with the enigmatic Prince of Wrath, where shes introduced to a seductive world of vice. She vows to do whatever it takes to avenge her beloved sister, Vittoria . . . even if that means accepting the hand of the Prince of Pride, the king of demons. The first rule in the court of the Wicked? Trust no one. With back-stabbing princes, luxurious palaces, mysterious party invitations, and conflicting clues about who really killed her twin, Emilia finds herself more alone than ever before. Can she even trust Wrath, her one-time ally in the mortal world . . or is he keeping dangerous secrets about his true nature? Emilia will be tested in every way as she seeks a series of magical objects that will unlock the clues of her past and the answers she craves . . ....

-Titulo Original : Girls Of Fate And Fury (Girls Of Paper And Fire, 3)-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: New York Times bestselling author Natasha Ngan delivers a stunningly beautiful, heartbreaking finale to the epic Girls of Paper and Fire series. Dont struggle, Lei-zhi. Its time to take you back to the Hidden Palace. Youre going home. The final pages of Girls of Storm and Shadow brought a jaw-dropping conclusion that had the fates of Lei and Wren hanging in uncertainty. But one thing was certain - the Hidden Palace was the last place that Lei would ever consider home. The trauma and tragedy she suffered behind those opulent walls would plague her forever. She could not be trapped there with the sadistic king again, especially without Wren. The last Lei saw of the girl she loved, Wren was fighting an army of soldiers in a furious battle to the death. With the two girls torn apart and each in terrorizing peril, will they find each other again or have their destinies diverged forever? Girls of Fate and Fury is the epic conclusion to the glittering and adrenaline-soaked series by Natasha Ngan, hailed as a stunning, new talent for her beautiful, lush, lyrical writing. Review Praise for the GIRLS OF PAPER AND FIRE series: -B&Ns Most Anticipated LGBTQAP Books -Buzzfeeds Books You Need to Pick Up This Fall -Goodreads Ultimate Fall YA Reading List -Shondalands Fantasy Novels You Need to Read -Bookriots Must Read Asian Releases -Bookishs Most Anticipated YA SFF List *Ngans plot is tense and tight, her action sequences are elegant and adrenaline-soaked, and her storys stakes increase exponentially through the pulse-pounding conclusion. What most distinguishes this book, though, is how incisively and intoxicatingly Ngan writes about love. Publishers Weekly, *starred review* This glittering commercial romance has real stakes, and the lavish, intriguingly conceptualized world will capture readers. Love stories between women are still disappointingly few in fantasy, and romance and action fans alike will find much to savor here. Booklist Lei and Wrens romance unfolds tenderly... and their wonder at finding love in such a terrible place rings true... [All] lead[s] to a terrifically nail-biting cliffhanger, setting all the pieces in play for a combustible sequel. Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books Thrust into the beauty and horror of the Hidden Palace, will this Paper Girl survive? Ideal for those seeking diverse LGBTQ fantasy stories. Kirkus Reviews This is a worthy follow-up that will satisfy fans. A solid fantasy pick with a strong LGBTQ pairing. Kirkus Reviews This action-heavy installment is packed with twists and ends on even more of a cliff-hanger than its predecessor. Readers will hardly be able to put it down-or catch their breath when it ends. Booklist Girls of Paper and Fire is as lush--and brutal--as the Demon Kings own court. Ngan is a stunning new talent. Kiersten White, New York Times bestselling author of And I Darken This gorgeous book is everything I want in a fantasy. Beautiful, lush, lyrical with fantastic world building and an epic forbidden romance, I devoured every word and was left desperately wanting more. Ellen Oh, author of the Prophecy series and co-founder of We Need Diverse Books Ngans demonic world is sharp and compelling, and her Lei is my sort of heroine, attacking her (steep!) learning curve teeth-first. E.K. Johnston, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Story of Owen and Star Wars: Ahsoka Get ready to be pulled into a lush, magical world, where two concubines must hide their forbidden love if they want to survive the Demon Kings treacherous court. A fiery, spellbinding read. Julie C. Dao, author of Forest of a Thousand Lanterns With deliciously deep world-building and a cast of fierce young women fighting to take charge of their own story, Girls of Paper and Fire cuts you deep and leaves you breathless for more. Ashley Poston, author of Hear...

-Titulo Original : Expelled-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: When four teens are accused of crimes they didnt commit, they team up to investigate everyone at school who could have set them up. Theo Fosters Twitter account used to be anonymous -- until someone posted a revealing photo that got him expelled. No final grade. No future. No fair. Theos resigned to a life of misery working at the local mini-mart when a miracle happens: Sasha Ellis speaks to him. Sasha Ellis knows his name. She was also expelled for a crime she didnt commit, and now he has the perfect way to get her attention: find out who set them up. To uncover the truth, Theo has to get close to the suspects: the hacker, the quarterback, the mean girl, the vice principal, and his own best friend. What secrets are they hiding? And how can Theo catch their confessions on camera? From School Library Journal Gr 9 Up-When someone anonymously posts a compromising picture on Twitter, four students lives will be forever changed. Theo, Sasha, Jude, and Parker are now expelled from school for all the wrong reasons. This unlikely group of high schoolers put their differences aside, and find comfort in one anothers company. Theo is set on finding out who sabotaged his and his friends lives. Throughout this investigation, the teen uncovers more than he anticipated. With all of this fragile information at their disposal, the group of expellees needs to figure out what to do with their newfound knowledge. This fast-paced and suspenseful young adult novel is full of humor, romance, loss, and enlightenment. At times the plot is slightly rushed and underdeveloped, but it doesnt take away from the engagement of the story. This book contains some mild language and mature situations. VERDICT Patterson and Raymond dont disappoint. A good purchase for young adult shelves.-Amanda LeMay, Neptune Township Public Library, NJ Review Praise for Expelled: A Breakfast Club-like novel for a new generation, filled with mysteries and twists right up until the very end...fans of Pretty Little Liars will be hooked in this drama. Booklist Fast-paced and suspenseful...full of humor, romance, loss, and enlightenment. Patterson and Raymond dont disappoint. School Library Journal A contemporary novel with a little something for everyone... Reminiscent of The Breakfast Club, the story challenges stereotyped perspectives of teens, while providing clues to the characters motives and secret conflicts. Publishers Weekly Expelled is a quick, entertaining coming-of-age story that challenges teen stereotypes while providing a mystery. VOYA Magazine About the Author James Patterson holds the Guinness World Record for the most #1 New York Times bestsellers, including Confessions of a Murder Suspect and the Maximum Ride series, and his books have sold more than 350 million copies worldwide. A tireless champion of the power of books and reading, Patterson created a childrens book imprint, JIMMY Patterson, whose mission is simple: We want every kid who finishes a JIMMY Book to say, PLEASE GIVE ME ANOTHER BOOK. Patterson invests proceeds from the sales of JIMMY Patterson Books in pro-reading initiatives. Emily Raymond collaborated with James Patterson on First Love and The Lost, and is the ghostwriter of six young adult novels, one of which was a #1 New York Times bestseller. She lives with her family in Portland, Oregon...

-Titulo Original : Stalking Jack The Ripper (stalking Jack The Ripper, 1)-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: This #1 New York Times bestseller and deliciously creepy horror novel has a storyline inspired by the Ripper murders and an unexpected, blood-chilling conclusion. Seventeen-year-old Audrey Rose Wadsworth was born a lords daughter, with a life of wealth and privilege stretched out before her. But between the social teas and silk dress fittings, she leads a forbidden secret life. Against her stern fathers wishes and societys expectations, Audrey often slips away to her uncles laboratory to study the gruesome practice of forensic medicine. When her work on a string of savagely killed corpses drags Audrey into the investigation of a serial murderer, her search for answers brings her close to her own sheltered world. The storys shocking twists and turns, augmented with real, sinister period photos, will make this dazzling, #1 New York Times bestselling debut from author Kerri Maniscalco impossible to forget. About the Author Kerri Maniscalco grew up in a semi-haunted house outside New York City, where her fascination with gothic settings began. In her spare time she reads everything she can get her hands on, cooks all kinds of food with her family and friends, and drinks entirely too much tea while discussing lifes finer points with her cats. She is the author of the New York Times bestselling novels Stalking Jack the Ripper, Hunting Prince Dracula, and Escaping From Houdini...

-Titulo Original : Kingdom Of The Wicked (Kingdom Of The Wicked, 1)-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: A James Patterson Presents Novel From the #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Stalking Jack the Ripper series comes a new blockbuster series! Two sisters.One brutal murder. A quest for vengeance that will unleash Hell itself... And an intoxicating romance. Emilia and her twin sister Vittoria are streghe -- witches who live secretly among humans, avoiding notice and persecution. One night, Vittoria misses dinner service at the familys renowned Sicilian restaurant. Emilia soon finds the body of her beloved twin...desecrated beyond belief. Devastated, Emilia sets out to find her sisters killer and to seek vengeance at any cost-even if it means using dark magic thats been long forbidden. Then Emilia meets Wrath, one of the Wicked-princes of Hell she has been warned against in tales since she was a child. Wrath claims to be on Emilias side, tasked by his master with solving the series of womens murders on the island. But when it comes to the Wicked, nothing is as it seems... From School Library Journal Gr 8 Up-Emilia and Vittoria are twin witches living among humans. They possess a power that they dont speak of to anyone and learn early that there are seven demon princes, four of whom should be feared: Wrath, Greed, Envy, and Pride. These demons search for souls to steal for the devil. One evening Vittoria goes missing and Emilia discovers that she has been murdered. Emilia seeks revenge and commits to finding the murderer using all of her resources, regardless of the cost. While seeking vengeance she meets Wrath, who claims to be on her side and is also looking for a serial murderer. She must learn who to trust using magic and her wits while not being discovered as a witch. The interactions among the characters build a tale of suspicion and mystery. Maniscalcos writing is graceful and leaves plenty of anticipation for the next book in the series. Taking place in Sicily, Italy, the twins and family are Sicilians-some of whom possess magic and some who do not. VERDICT Fantasy, magic, devils, a murder mystery, shapeshifters, and the beginning of a series will make this book a new favorite for many.-Karen Alexander, Lake Fenton H.S., Linden, MI?(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. Review An intoxicating, tightly plotted feast for the senses with a dramatic cliffhanger. Kirkus ReviewsLyrical writing and an immersive atmosphere accompany a well-built world rooted in 19th-century Palermo, especially evocative descriptions of food prepared in the familys restaurant, while intriguing plot twists round off the novel. Publishers WeeklyThe characters are richly drawn; the worldbuilding is smart, based on historical events and infused with magic; and the page-turning plot is a force to be reckoned with. Food, family, magic, and romance are threaded into this propulsive story, making it a thrilling, wondrous, and atmospheric tale. BooklistPraise for the #1 New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling seriesStalking Jack the RipperHunting Prince DraculaEscaping From HoudiniCapturing the Devil*A marvelous yet somewhat gruesome mystery...an unexpected twist makes the ending worth the wait. A must-have.---School Library Journal (*starred review*)Kerri Maniscalco once again combines adventure, romance, murder and Victorian manners into an intoxicating cocktail that brings the story of this tenacious young forensic scientist to a satisfying conclusion. Knoxville News SentinelThere are plenty of suspects and red herrings as well as tense escalations....A scenic, twisty mystery.--- Kirkus ReviewsManiscalco has created a serious, sharp-minded, and forward-thinking protagonist in Audrey Rose, whose fearlessness will endear her to readers looking for an engaging historical thriller. Abundant red herrings and a dash of romance round out this gruesome but engrossing story. --- Publishers Wee...

-Titulo Original : City Of The Dead (maximum Ride Hawk, 2)-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: Hawk, the daughter of Maximum Ride, teams with her mother up to help save their beloved but dangerous city in this action-packed thriller. For Hawk, being a hero weighs heavily on her wings. In the City of the Dead, life happens in the shadows. Thats why a war is brewing against an enemy no one can see. Hawk and Maximum Ride never back down from a conflict, or from each other, and they argue more than they agree.But as the dead begin to outnumber the living, a mothers experience and a daughters instinct can make one powerful arsenal. About the Author James Patterson is the worlds bestselling author. The creator of Maximum Ride and Crazy House, he has donated more than one million books to students and soldiers, as well as millions of dollars to independent bookstores and school libraries. He lives in Florida with his family.Mindy McGinnis is an Edgar Award-winning novelist who writes across multiple genres, including post-apocalyptic, historical, thriller, contemporary, mystery, and fantasy...

-Titulo Original : Capturing The Devil (stalking Jack The Ripper, 4)-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: In this shocking finale to the bestselling series that began with Stalking Jack the Ripper, Audrey Rose and Thomas are on the hunt for the depraved, elusive killer known as the White City Devil.A deadly game of cat-and-mouse has them fighting to stay one step ahead of the brilliant serial killer -- or see their fateful romance cut short by unspeakable tragedy.Audrey Rose Wadsworth and Thomas Cresswell have landed in America, a bold, brash land unlike the genteel streets of London. But like London, the city of Chicago hides its dark secrets well. When the two attend the spectacular Worlds Fair, they find the once-in-a-lifetime event tainted with reports of missing people and unsolved murders.Determined to help, Audrey Rose and Thomas begin their investigations, only to find themselves facing a serial killer unlike any theyve encountered before. Identifying him is one thing, but capturing him---and getting dangerously lost in the infamous Murder Hotel he constructed as a terrifying torture device---is another.Will Audrey Rose and Thomas see their last mystery to the end---together and in love---or will their fortunes finally run out when their most depraved adversary makes one final, devastating kill? Review Praise for the #1 New York Times bestselling seriesStalking Jack the RipperHunting Prince DraculaEscaping From Houdini*A marvelous yet somewhat gruesome mystery...an unexpected twist makes the ending worth the wait. A must-have.---School Library Journal (*starred review*)Kerri Maniscalco once again combines adventure, romance, murder and Victorian manners into an intoxicating cocktail that brings the story of this tenacious young forensic scientist to a satisfying conclusion. Knoxville News SentinelThere are plenty of suspects and red herrings as well as tense escalations....A scenic, twisty mystery.--- Kirkus ReviewsManiscalco has created a serious, sharp-minded, and forward-thinking protagonist in Audrey Rose, whose fearlessness will endear her to readers looking for an engaging historical thriller. Abundant red herrings and a dash of romance round out this gruesome but engrossing story. --- Publishers WeeklyAudrey is a young woman eager to use her brains and willing to flaunt societys rules....This mystery pays homage to classics like Doyles Sherlock Holmes and Mary Shelleys Frankenstein [and] will satisfy those readers looking for historical mystery, a witty heroine, and a little romance.---School Library ConnectionAudrey Rose is a witty, resourceful feminist who refuses to bow to Victorian-era gender norms. This dark, gothic landscape is peopled with nuanced, diverse characters who keep readers enthralled. A gripping mystery with a compelling heroine and just the right touch of romance. --- Kirkus ReviewsEvery sentence of this novel drips with decadence. The settings and Midnight Carnival performances are lush yet dangerous, beautiful yet terrifying. It was easy to understand just how Audrey Rose comes to be so enthralled with the Midnight Carnival and the performers because, as readers, were put under the same exact spell.... Masterfully crafted.--- Hypable About the Author Kerri Maniscalco grew up in a semi-haunted house outside New York City, where her fascination with gothic settings began. In her spare time she reads everything she can get her hands on, cooks all kinds of food with her family and friends, and drinks entirely too much tea while discussing lifes finer points with her cats. She is the author of the New York Times bestselling novels Stalking Jack the Ripper,Hunting Prince Dracula, and Escaping From Houdini...

-Titulo Original : Daniel X Armageddon (daniel X, 5)-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: In the fifth action-packed installment of James Pattersons adventure series, Daniel X is ready to face his bitter enemy: the most powerful alien in the universe.In the fifth installment of James Pattersons action-packed Daniel X series, Daniel must now face an alien whose origins appear nearer to the depths of Hell than the outer reaches of the galaxy. Number Two on the List of Alien Outlaws is an unstoppable criminal thats slowly been amassing an underground army of disgusting, disgruntled, and dangerous aliens to help him enslave Earths population. And its all in preparation for the arrival of Number One, the most powerful alien in the universe and Daniels arch-nemesis.To Daniels horror, thousands of humans defect to the aliens side, making the odds of success that much more impossible. But for the first time in his life, Daniel isnt alone in his fight. Hes connected with several military and intelligence groups-including the daughter of a prominent FBI agent-and hes ready to lead the ultimate showdown against the evil that has plagued planet Earth for so long. Be prepared for a truly epic battle that evokes the ancient prophecies of Armageddon! About the Author James Patterson has had more New York Times bestsellers than any other writer, ever, according to Guinness World Records. Since his first novel won the Edgar Award in 1977 James Pattersons books have sold more than 300 million copies. He is the author of the Alex Cross novels, the most popular detective series of the past twenty-five years, including Kiss the Girls and Along Came a Spider. He writes full-time and lives in Florida with his family...

-Titulo Original : Escaping From Houdini (stalking Jack The Ripper, 3)-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: The #1 bestselling series that started with Stalking Jack the Ripper and Hunting Prince Dracula continues its streak in this third bloody installment . . . Audrey Rose and Thomas Cresswell find themselves aboard a luxurious ocean liner that becomes a floating prison of horror when passengers are murdered one by one, with nowhere to run from the killer. Embarking on a week-long voyage across the Atlantic on the opulent RMS Etruria , Audrey Rose Wadsworth and her partner-in-crime-investigation, Thomas Cresswell, are delighted to discover a traveling troupe of circus performers, fortune tellers, and a certain charismatic young escape artist entertaining the first-class passengers nightly. But privileged young women begin to go missing without explanation, and a series of brutal slayings shocks the entire ship. The strange and disturbing influence of the Moonlight Carnival pervades the decks as the murders grow more and more bizarre. Its up to Audrey Rose and Thomas to piece together the gruesome investigation before more passengers die before reaching their destination. But with clues to the next victim pointing to someone she loves, can Audrey Rose unravel the mystery before the killers horrifying finale? Review Praise for Escaping from Houdini:Audrey Rose is a witty, resourceful feminist who refuses to bow to Victorian-era gender norms. This dark, gothic landscape is peopled with nuanced, diverse characters who keep readers enthralled. A gripping mystery with a compelling heroine and just the right touch of romance. KirkusEvery sentence of this novel drips with decadence. The settings and Midnight Carnival performances are lush yet dangerous, beautiful yet terrifying. It was easy to understand just how Audrey Rose comes to be so enthralled with the Midnight Carnival and the performers because, as readers, were put under the same exact spell.... Masterfully crafted. HypableManiscalcos winning combinations of historical fiction, romance, forensics, and a feisty heroine will attract historical-fiction and romance readers....Well-placed hooks advance the plot and sustain the swift pace. BooklistDisplaying her usual fierce determination and progressive ideals, Audrey Rose is once again a compelling protagonist. Another delightfully mysterious addition to the series. School Library JournalYoung adult readers of crime novels will thrill to Maniscalcos labyrinthine plot and the gruesome secrets it reveals. And yet Escaping from Houdini is also a love story, one in which Audrey Roses love for the charming and stalwart Thomas is tested by the exhilarating freedom represented by Mephistopheless unorthodox lifestyle. As one member of the Moonlight Carnival muses, Normal is boring. Extraordinary is memorable. Like-minded readers will find Maniscalcos latest foray into nineteenth-century forensic investigation anything but boring. Chapter16.orgPraise for Stalking Jack the Ripper:A #1 New York Times Bestseller from its first week! An entertaining debut full of twists and turns, perfect for fans of historical fiction and mystery. --- School Library JournalManiscalco has created a serious, sharp-minded, and forward-thinking protagonist in Audrey Rose, whose fearlessness will endear her to readers looking for an engaging historical thriller. Abundant red herrings and a dash of romance round out this gruesome but engrossing story. --- Publishers Weekly*This audiobook has everything: a true-life tale that has intrigued readers for 100-plus years, a young woman who balks at the constraints put upon women during the Victorian era, a marvelous yet somewhat gruesome mystery, and a narrator who brings you down into Spitalfields as Jack the Ripper earns his name. A must-have.---School Library Journal (*starred review*)Audrey Rose Wadsworth prefers breeches to ball gowns, autopsies to afternoon tea, and scalpels to knitting needles. Though her father, Lord Edmund, has forbidden it, Audrey c...

-Titulo Original : Once & Future-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: King Arthur as youve never seen her! This bold, sizzling YA novel reimagines the Once and Future King as a teenage girl determined to save the universe from an evil curse. My name is Ari Helix. I have a magic sword, a cranky wizard, and a revolution to start. Ive been chased my whole life. As a fugitive refugee in the territory controlled by the tyrannical Mercer corporation, Ive always had to hide who I am. Until I found Excalibur. Now Im done hiding. When Ari crash-lands on Old Earth and pulls a magic sword from its ancient resting place, she is revealed to be the newest reincarnation of King Arthur. Then she meets Merlin, who has aged backward over the centuries into a teenager, and together they must break the curse that keeps Arthur coming back. Their quest? Defeat the cruel, oppressive government and bring peace and equality to all humankind. No pressure. * All hail this worthier-than-ever, fresh, and affirming reincarnation of the legendary king and her round table of knights which dazzles with heroic flair, humor, and suspense. -Kirkus, starred review Review Praise for Once & Future:* All hail this worthier-than-ever, fresh, and affirming reincarnation of the legendary king and her round table of knights which dazzles with heroic flair, humor, and suspense. Kirkus, STARRED REVIEW* A marvelous mythology remix for teens who enjoy action-packed speculative fiction and genderqueer romance. Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW*This epic space adventure... is a must-have. School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEWFun and fearless, this story romps right across the galaxy and into your heart. Amie Kaufman, New York Times bestselling author of IlluminaeThe inclusive, genderbent King Arthur retelling your bookshelf has been missing. ... An adventure of epic scale, including on-page representation and celebration of people of many different sexualities, races, and gender identities. B&N Teen BlogLike Whites The One and Future King, this manages to be exciting, earnest, and funny... Unique twists and a message of unity through diversity result in a meaningful, utterly fun read. BooklistPointedly funny and deftly topical, an effortless Arthurian update with heart in all the right places. #1 New York Times Bestselling Author E.K. JohnstonOnce & Future is an utterly delightful romp, full of witty voice, imaginative adventures, and deeply lovable characters. It kept me up into the wee hours of the morning. I couldnt put it down! --Katherine Locke, author of The Girl with the Red Balloon (2018 Sydney Taylor Honor Book)An effortlessly fun, breathtakingly epic quest, featuring a queer immigrant teen pulling Excalibur and fighting to save the galaxy. There is nothing else in YA that can quite compare to Once & Future, which makes it a unique and majestic reading experience. Its the holy grail of inclusiveness! Rachel Strolle, Glenside Public LibraryOnce & Future is a sizzling, bold exploration of gender, power, and revolution. Its dynamic and diverse cast will inspire and delight readers. I loved every second! Jessica Khoury, author of The Forbidden WishA rip-roaring, no-holds-barred, gloriously queer reinvention of Arthurian legend. Malinda Lo, author of Ash and A Line in the Dark About the Author Cory McCarthy (they/he) and A. R. Capetta (all pronouns) are the acclaimed bestselling authors of books for young people. Highlights include: the coauthored Once & Future, an ALA Rainbow List selection and finalist for the New England Book Award; A. R.’s queer genre titles Echo After Echo, The Lost Coast, and The Brilliant Death duology; Cory’s cinematic novels Breaking Sky, Now a Major Motion Picture, and You Were Here. The coauthors met while earning MFAs at Vermont College of Fine Arts, and soon after fell in love. During the release party for Once & Future at their local indie bookstore, they became engaged and were married shortly thereafter. They are riotously happy...

-Titulo Original : Once & Future-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: King Arthur as youve never seen her! This bold, sizzling YA novel reimagines the Once and Future King as a teenage girl determined to save the universe from an evil curse. My name is Ari Helix. I have a magic sword, a cranky wizard, and a revolution to start. Ive been chased my whole life. As a fugitive refugee in the territory controlled by the tyrannical Mercer corporation, Ive always had to hide who I am. Until I found Excalibur. Now Im done hiding. When Ari crash-lands on Old Earth and pulls a magic sword from its ancient resting place, she is revealed to be the newest reincarnation of King Arthur. Then she meets Merlin, who has aged backward over the centuries into a teenager, and together they must break the curse that keeps Arthur coming back. Their quest? Defeat the cruel, oppressive government and bring peace and equality to all humankind. No pressure. * All hail this worthier-than-ever, fresh, and affirming reincarnation of the legendary king and her round table of knights which dazzles with heroic flair, humor, and suspense. -Kirkus, starred review From School Library Journal Gr 9 Up-An interstellar science fiction/fantasy adventure story that offers readers a futuristic plot-driven King Arthur retelling. Ari Helix is a fugitive refugee who is on the run in Mercer controlled territory and crashlands on Old Earth. She is thrust out of hiding when she pulls the Sword Excalibur out of its old resting place in a willow tree and becomes the 42nd reincarnation of King Arthur. Ari teams up with a diverse cast of friends, including the backwards-aging teenage Merlin the Wizard and Queen Guinevere, as well as her stepbrother Kay and her adoptive mothers. Together they start a revolution to free the galaxy from the evil Mercer corporations tyrannical rule. This epic space adventure features a teen character who must complete all three stages of a cycle: train Arthur, defeat the greatest evil in the universe, and unite all of mankind, in order to break the curse that brings the Arthur legend alive throughout time. A stimulating retelling that is adapted from T.H. Whites The Once and Future King. Recommended to fans of Avalon High by Meg Cabot and Damar by Robin McKinley. VERDICT Capetta and McCarthy take the British legend and lore of King Arthur in a retelling that is a must-have for young adult collections.-Angelina Bair, Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library, OH Review Praise for Once & Future:* All hail this worthier-than-ever, fresh, and affirming reincarnation of the legendary king and her round table of knights which dazzles with heroic flair, humor, and suspense. Kirkus, STARRED REVIEW* A marvelous mythology remix for teens who enjoy action-packed speculative fiction and genderqueer romance. Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW*This epic space adventure... is a must-have. School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEWFun and fearless, this story romps right across the galaxy and into your heart. Amie Kaufman, New York Times bestselling author of IlluminaeThe inclusive, genderbent King Arthur retelling your bookshelf has been missing. ... An adventure of epic scale, including on-page representation and celebration of people of many different sexualities, races, and gender identities. B&N Teen BlogLike Whites The One and Future King, this manages to be exciting, earnest, and funny... Unique twists and a message of unity through diversity result in a meaningful, utterly fun read. BooklistPointedly funny and deftly topical, an effortless Arthurian update with heart in all the right places. #1 New York Times Bestselling Author E.K. JohnstonOnce & Future is an utterly delightful romp, full of witty voice, imaginative adventures, and deeply lovable characters. It kept me up into the wee hours of the morning. I couldnt put it down! --Katherine Locke, author of The Girl with the Red Balloon (2018 Sydney Taylor Honor Book)An effortlessly fun, breathtakingly epic quest, ...

-Titulo Original : Girls Of Paper And Fire-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: Review Praise for Girls of Paper and Fire:A New York Times BestsellerA Barnes & Noble Most Anticipated YA Fantasy of 2018*Ngans plot is tense and tight, her action sequences are elegant and adrenaline-soaked, and her storys stakes increase exponentially through the pulse-pounding conclusion. What most distinguishes this book, though, is how incisively and intoxicatingly Ngan writes about love. Publishers Weekly, starred reviewThis glittering commercial romance has real stakes, and the lavish, intriguingly conceptualized world will capture readers. Love stories between women are still disappointingly few in fantasy, and romance and action fans alike will find much to savor here. BooklistThrust into the beauty and horror of the Hidden Palace, will this Paper Girl survive? Ideal for those seeking diverse LGBTQ fantasy stories. Kirkus ReviewsGirls of Paper and Fire is as lush--and brutal--as the Demon Kings own court. Ngan is a stunning new talent. Kiersten White, New York Times bestselling author of And I DarkenThis gorgeous book is everything I want in a fantasy. Beautiful, lush, lyrical with fantastic world building and an epic forbidden romance, I devoured every word and was left desperately wanting more. Ellen Oh, author of the Prophecy series and co-founder of We Need Diverse BooksLei and Wrens romance unfolds tenderly... and their wonder at finding love in such a terrible place rings true... [All] lead[s] to a terrifically nail-biting cliffhanger, setting all the pieces in play for a combustible sequel. Bulletin of the Center for Childrens BooksLush...a novel you need to read. Heidi Heilig, Shondaland Ngans story is rich, is beautiful, is devastating and magical, and one of the best novels in 2018. Hypable Get ready to be pulled into a lush, magical world, where two concubines must hide their forbidden love if they want to survive the Demon Kings treacherous court. A fiery, spellbinding read. Julie C. Dao, author of Forest of a Thousand LanternsAgainst a back-drop of impressive world-building, remi­niscent of Imperial China, this is a riveting, thought-provoking, diverse novel of female subjugation and empowerment that should appeal to mature teens VOYADamn... Good read, highly recommend. Olympic-gold-winning snowboarder Chloe KimNgans demonic world is sharp and compelling, and her Lei is my sort of heroine, attacking her (steep!) learning curve teeth-first. E.K. Johnston, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Story of Owen and Star Wars: AhsokaWith deliciously deep world-building and a cast of fierce young women fighting to take charge of their own story, Girls of Paper and Fire cuts you deep and leaves you breathless for more. Ashley Poston, author of Heart of Iron and GeekerellaA beautifully written, powerful story unique against all the current YA fantasy out there. You must read this. Joshua Khan, author of Shadow MagicLeis story is gorgeously woven in Ngans emotionally nuanced, crystalline prose. This book broke my heart, made me cry, and had me completely spellbound from the first page. Lana Popovic, author of Wicked Like a WildfireQueer girls falling in love while kicking ass and resisting oppression in a rich, magical, and Asian-inspired world. What more could you ask for? R. F. Kuang, author of The Poppy WarGorgeously written, gripping, brutal--a sapphic love story I couldnt stop reading. Samantha Shannon, NYT bestselling author of The Bone Season Uncover a riveting story of palace intrigue set in a sumptuous Asian-inspired fantasy world in the breakout YA novel that Publishers Weekly calls elegant and adrenaline-soaked. In this richly developed fantasy, Lei is a member of the Paper caste, the lowest and most persecuted class of people in Ikhara. She lives in a remote village with her father, where the decade-old trauma of watching her mother snatched by royal guards for an unknown fate still haunts her. Now, the guar...

-Titulo Original : Daniel X Game Over (daniel X, 4)-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: Let the games begin: alien hunter Daniel X is ready for a fantastic adventure to save gamers-and the universe-from certain doom.Daniel X is one of the greatest superheroes ever to walk planet Earth. He has defeated a host of evildoers on The List of Alien Outlaws, and now hes ready to raise the stakes on his next impossible mission-by eliminating a pair of sadistic shape-shifters at the helm of a massive video game enterprise. Their next addictive game release, Crown of Thorns V, is about to control the minds of kids all over the world! But this deadly duo also has an appetite for endangered extraterrestrials, and they plan to make Daniel the main course of their next feast. Can he escape their skewers? Or will it be Game Over for the galaxys greatest alien hunter? About the Author James Patterson has had more New York Times bestsellers than any other writer, ever, according to Guinness World Records. Since his first novel won the Edgar Award in 1977 James Pattersons books have sold more than 300 million copies. He is the author of the Alex Cross novels, the most popular detective series of the past twenty-five years, including Kiss the Girls and Along Came a Spider. He writes full-time and lives in Florida with his family...

-Titulo Original : Gunslinger Girl (james Patterson Presents)-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: James Patterson presents a bold new heroine -- a cross between Katniss Everdeen and Annie Oakley: Serendipity Jones, the fastest sharpshooter in tomorrows West. Seventeen-year-old Serendipity Pity Jones inherited two things from her mother: a pair of six shooters and perfect aim. Shes been offered a life of fame and fortune in Cessation, a glittering city where lawlessness is a way of life. But the price she pays for her freedom may be too great . . . In this extraordinary debut from Lyndsay Ely, the West is once again wild after a Second Civil War fractures the U.S. into a broken, dangerous land. Pitys struggle against the dark and twisted underbelly of a corrupt city will haunt you long after the final bullet is shot. Review Praise for Gunslinger Girl:A Seventeen Magazine Best YA Book of 2018!A Winter 2017-2018 Indie Next PickAn Amazon Best Book of the Month - January 2018A Barnes & Noble Best Book of the Month - January 2018*Dirty politics has its grip in this Western-like dystopia... [Ely] leaves the door ajar for Pitys return--and it would be a dang shame if she has ridden permanently off into the sunset. Bulletin for the Center for Childrens Books STARRED reviewDebut author Ely brings to life a gritty future American West... a little Into the Badlands, a little Firefly, a whole lot to say about how right and wrong so often borrow from each other. KirkusElys Gunslinger Girl is as thrilling as a three-ring circus, and just as hard to look away from. With an intricately woven plot of political intrigue and characters so vivid that they vibrate off the page, its an unputdownable firecracker of a debut. Readers will be left hungry for more! Natalie C. Anderson, author of City of Saints & ThievesA gripping, action-packed futuristic Western with an unforgettable heroine--Gunslinger Girl is not to be missed! Elizabeth Briggs, New York Times bestselling author of Future ShockEqual parts futuristic dystopia and gritty western, Gunslinger Girl is genre-bending at its finest. Much like the theater in which her sharpshooting heroine performs, Elys debut dazzles and stuns. Erin Bowman, author of Vengeance Road and Retribution RailsAn action-packed, thrilling read in an exciting, genre-bending book. Ely introduces readers to a dystopian wild west that is brilliantly imagined...a plot full of surprises, temptation, betrayal, and, of course, shootouts will be a welcome addition to the dystopia bookshelf. VOYA About the Author Lyndsay Ely is a writer and creative professional who currently calls Boston home. She is a geek, a foodie, and has never met an antique shop she didnt like. Gunslinger Girl is her debut novel. James Patterson has had more New York Times bestsellers than any other writer, ever, according to Guinness World Records. Since his first novel won the Edgar Award in 1977 James Pattersons books have sold more than 375 million copies. He is the author of the Alex Cross novels, the most popular detective series of the past twenty-five years, including Kiss the Girls and Along Came a Spider. He writes full-time and lives in Florida with his family...

-Titulo Original : Confessions The Private School Murders (confessions, 2)-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: In the sequel to the #1 New York Times bestseller Confessions of a Murder Suspect, James Patterson keeps the confessions coming breathlessly as Tandy Angel delves deeper into her own dark history.Wealthy young women are being murdered on Manhattans exclusive Upper West Side, and the police arent looking for answers in the right places. Enter Tandy Angel. The first case she cracked was the mystery of her parents deaths. Now, while shes working to exonerate her brother of his glamorous girlfriends homicide, shes driven to get involved in the West Side murder spree. One of the recent victims was a student at Tandys own elite school. She has a hunch it may be the work of a serial killer, but the NYPD isnt listening to her . . . and Tandy cant ignore the disturbing fact that she perfectly fits the profile of the killers targets. Can she untangle the mysteries in time? Or will she be the next victim? Review The complex, clever plot keeps the pages turning as it wends its way to a surprising resolution and several cliffhangers. CommonSenseMedia.orgReaders will be drawn inexorably into Tandys world of paranoia and manipulation as they try to put the pieces together. The Bulletin About the Author James Patterson has had more New York Times bestsellers than any other writer, ever, according to Guinness World Records. Since his first novel won the Edgar Award in 1977 James Pattersons books have sold more than 300 million copies. He is the author of the Alex Cross novels, the most popular detective series of the past twenty-five years, including Kiss the Girls and Along Came a Spider. He writes full-time and lives in Florida with his family...

-Titulo Original : The Fire (witch & Wizard, 3)-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterson-Descripcion Original: Join Whit and Wisty on a magical quest to defeat the villain, once and for all, who has devastated their world.Whit and Wisty Allgood have sacrificed everything to lead the resistance against the merciless totalitarian regime that governs their world. Its supreme leader, The One Who Is The One, has banned everything they hold dear: books, music, art, and imagination. But the growing strength of the siblings magic hasnt been enough to stop The Ones evil rampage, and now hes executed the only family they had left.Wisty knows that the time has finally come for her to face The One. But her fight and her fire only channel more power to this already invincible being. How can she and Whit possibly prepare for a showdown with the ruthless villain that devastated their world-before he can truly become all-powerful?In this stunning third installment of the epic, bestselling Witch & Wizard series, the stakes have never been higher-and the consequences will change everything. About the Author James Patterson has had more New York Times bestsellers than any other writer, ever, according to Guinness World Records. Since his first novel won the Edgar Award in 1977 James Pattersons books have sold more than 300 million copies. He is the author of the Alex Cross novels, the most popular detective series of the past twenty-five years, including Kiss the Girls and Along Came a Spider. He writes full-time and lives in Florida with his family...

-Titulo Original : Escaping From Houdini (Stalking Jack The Ripper, 3)-Fabricante : Jimmy Patterso...