5/22/2023 0 Comments Ruthless Magic by Megan Crewe![]() ![]() ![]() Magic is raging, and the mage community is in chaos as the Confed struggles to hold onto its secrets.Rocio believes exposing those secrets. Read more ISBNįearless Magic (Trade Paperback / Paperback)Ĭan they be fearless enough to save the world's magic?Rocio Lopez and Finn Lockwood are finally reunited-but under desperate circumstances. Where will it lead? Only time, cunning, and magic-in this world or the Other-will tell. How else to explain Edwina's sudden prophetic visions? Or the fear that surviving whoever pursues her will require the powers of an ancient bloodline she's only beginning to comprehend?Whatever destiny awaits, it's Edwina's to finally control. But in this unfamiliar city of fair folk and witches, where the veil between Earth and the Otherworld is about to be lifted, something is amiss. With supernatural detective Ian Cameron by her side, Edwina can't get out of London fast enough.Gaining safe passage, she finds refuge with Sir Henry Elvanfoot, famed wizard of the north, and is promised protection from ill-aimed curses. And now a devious stalker is on her trail. Spellfire has transformed her home and livelihood to ash. Her sister's questionable life and untimely death have left her shaken. Her parents' disappearances still strike her as unaccountably. Read by Jones, Susannahįleeing Victorian London, a witch finds her newfound independence comes with all-new perils-both mortal and immortal.Forever untangling the branches of her strange family tree, Edwina Blackwood is at a turning point. ![]()
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![]() ![]() Was his "coup" of Edison's General Electric fair?Ĩ. Morgan and his insistence that the two men settle their differences. How was Nikola Tesla different from the two rivals at the heart of this story? In what way was his "genius" different from that of Edison or Westinghouse? What drove Tesla, as opposed to the other two men?ħ. How did Nikola Tesla revolutionize AC current? Do you think it possible/probable in real life that Edison might have made an attempt on Tesla's life? Or did Graham add that plot point to build fictional suspense?Ħ. ![]() Does Graham Moore do a credible job in breaking down the science of electricity, especially the differences between AC and DC current?ĥ. Can you explain the legal suit that Edison initiated against Westinghouse? In what way did Westinghouse's bulb differ from Edison's?Ĥ. ![]() ![]() What do you think about the two great giants of American science and manufacturing: Thomas Edison and George Westinghouse? Are you surprised at the manner in which Moore portrays Edison, an American icon? How do the two men differ?ģ. Talk about the role of the lightbulb, that small pear-shaped device, in changing the face of civilization. ![]() 5/21/2023 0 Comments Earthquake aprilynne pike![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Peggy Soltis and Esther Gitlitz outside their law office on Maple Avenue, after tremors shook the building on Aug. “I was doing an eye exam and the instruments were shaking,” said Marianne Cidis, in Morristown. Geological Survey is reporting that a magnitude 5.9 earthquake was centered in central Virginia, and the Associated Press is reporting the quake was felt in Washington, New York City and North Carolina. (They explode from time to time in downtown Morristown.) Workers from the law offices and medical offices on Maple Avenue dashed onto their lawns, wondering what to do next.Īt the Morristown & Township Library, people were wondering if the manholes were acting up again. The walls shook and windows rattled, very rapidly, like a dog violently shaking a toy in its mouth. Then, like someone was walking on the roof. Photo by Kevin CoughlinĪt first, it felt like a truck rumbling by. People wait outside professionals building on Maple Avenue in Morristown after earthquake on Aug. Shortly before 2 pm the earth shook in Morristown. ![]() ![]() Promotional posts, comments & flairs, media-only posts, personalized recommendation requests incl. Please use a civil tone and assume good faith when entering a conversation. All posts must be directly book related, informative, and discussion focused. ![]() If you're looking for help with a personal book recommendation, consult our Suggested Reading page or ask in: /r/suggestmeabook Quick Rules:ĭo not post shallow content. It is our intent and purpose to foster and encourage in-depth discussion about all things related to books, authors, genres or publishing in a safe, supportive environment. Subreddit Rules - Message the mods - Related Subs AMA Info The FAQ The Wiki ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() _Beware the evil in the woods.In a village at the edge of the wilderness of northern Russia, where the winds blow cold and the snow falls many months of the year, an elderly servant tells stories of sorcery, folklore and the Winter King to the children of the family, tales of old magic frowned upon by the church.But for the young, wild Vasya these are far more than just stories. A beautiful fairytale full of magic for fans of Naomi Novik, Erin Morgenstern and Philip Pullman ![]() 5/21/2023 0 Comments Virgin river book series![]() ![]() It's a topic I've covered a lot as a journalist, and Paige seems to go through all the classic responses.īecause we get all these characters' continuing stories, there are ups and downs for everyone. And it was good to see the issue of spousal abuse - I like that more than the term "domestic violence," which sounds friendlier somehow - explored with authenticity. She and her little boy come under Preacher's protection - and the relationship between them builds over time, first as she goes about trying to set up a life free of abuse and then later as she and Preacher fall in love.Īs with the first book in this series, Virgin River, I enjoyed the midwifery aspects of the story. Paige is the quintessential abused wife who accidentally winds up in Virgin River at Jack's bar while trying to escape her S.O.B. So while the story ostensibly focused on Preacher and Paige, there was a lot to the story that didn't involve them. ![]() The book weaves together all of these couples and their story lines, and it's told from a myriad of perspectives. I had to see what would happen to Mel and Jack and Preacher and Paige and their buddy Mike and poor Rick and Liz. Why? Well, for starters, I've gotten really attached to the whole damned town of Virgin River. ![]() I read this entire book in a few big gulps rather than working on the novel that is already late to New York. ![]() 5/21/2023 0 Comments Opal jacqueline wilson![]() ![]() ![]() The twins make enemies with a fat boy called Jeremy who they nickname "Blob" and his gang. He sends Gran to a Senior Citizens' Home and takes his three girls to the country, to open a bookshop. Dad decides to make things worse for them when he loses his job. They are happy together, but then Dad gets a new girlfriend, Rose. Their mother, Opal died a few years earlier. Ruby and Garnet are identical twins, who once lived with their Dad and their Gran in Birmingham. It was the last acting role of Charlotte Coleman before she died. The telefilm was made in 2001 for Channel 4 and screened in 2002, starring Birmingham twins, Zoe and Chloe Tempest-Jones. Double Act is a TV adaptation of Jacqueline Wilson's best selling book, Double Act. ![]() ![]() ![]() ”Holly Bourne is hugely popular with the young adult audience. ”Holly Bourne truly is the Queen of YA!” - Humaira Kauser, age 17, for LoveReading4Kids ”Emotive and thought provoking this searingly honest book deals with the biggest life lesson of all - nobody's perfect.” - South Wales Daily Post A really satisfying page turner.” - BookTrust ”Written with humour and warmth, Amber's story perfectly captures the emotional rollercoaster that is love: embracing all its joy and pain, whether it be for family, friends or a gorgeous boy. ”Bourne talks about feminism so openly and truthfully in her books and if you ever doubted the intelligence, ability or passion of teenage girls read her books and you never will again.” - Muchbooks reader review on Guardian Children's Books ![]() It's also refreshing to see feminism highlighted in such a positive and relevant way for teenagers.” - Fiona Noble, The Bookseller She writes with such humour and great honesty, with wonderfully relatable characters. “I'm a big Holly Bourne fan and this is my favourite yet. But can he really be interested in her? Even with best friends Evie and Lottie’s advice, Amber’s finding love is hard. And then there’s Kyle, the most American person Amber’s ever met. ![]() But Amber’s hoping that spending the summer with her can change all that. ![]() Her mum has never been the caring type, even before she moved to California, got remarried and had a personality transplant. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Meanwhile, Cham King Indravarman rules with an iron fist, pitting even his most trusted men against each other and squashing any hint of rebellion. Exiled from their homeland, he and his mystical wife Ajadevi set up a secret camp in the jungle with the intention of amassing an army bold enough to reclaim their kingdom and free their people. When his land is taken by force, Prince Jayavar of the Khmer people narrowly escapes death at the hands of the conquering Cham king. There, in a story set nearly a thousand years ago, an empire is lost, a royal love is tested, and heroism is reborn. Now with Temple of a Thousand Faces, he brings to life the legendary temple of Angkor Wat, an unrivaled marvel of ornately carved towers and stone statues. In his international bestseller Beneath a Marble Sky, John Shors wrote about the ancient passion, beauty, and brilliance that inspired the Taj Mahal. ![]() 5/20/2023 0 Comments Think like a lady![]() I enjoyed the cast (very attractive) who seemed committed to present us the funny side of the challenges in the modern romance, but never exceeded above the average. my wife even commented: "This must be written and directed by a black director." and she was right! Most of the jokes would not work in other "colourful" situations (especially not with Asians). It had its funny moments but with all the stereotypes, I'll say, it is for a limited market - American, particularly African American market. When the men learn the women are hooked on Harvey's advice, they try to turn the tables on their mates, which later seems to backfire. And each of the women could not succeed in their attempts to get "the upper hand" in these relationships until they discovered Steve Harvey's book Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man. The story follows four couples with different type of relationships. Newman, and based on Steve Harvey's 2009 book Act like a Lady, Think like a Man. Another average ensemble romantic comedy film directed by Tim Story, written by Keith Marryman and David A. ![]() |