![]() ![]() The children decide to keep the discovery to themselves. They recognise a drawing of the local coastline that may be a kind of map, with almost illegible text, but Barney realises that the map refers to King Arthur and his knights. In the attic of the big Grey House they are renting from Merriman's friend Captain Toms the children find an old manuscript. The Drew family meet him in the fictional fishing village of Trewissick on the southern coast of Cornwall. Over Sea, Under Stone features the Drew children, Simon, Jane and Barney, on holiday with their parents and Merriman Lyon, an old family friend, usually referred to by the children as their great-uncle. Thus it may ease readers into the fantasy genre. ![]() In contrast to the rest of the series, it is more a mystery, with traditional fantasy elements mainly the subject of hints later in the narrative. Cooper wrote four sequels about ten years later, making it the first volume in a series usually called The Dark Is Rising Sequence (1965 to 1977). Over Sea, Under Stone is a contemporary fantasy novel written for children by the English author Susan Cooper, first published in London by Jonathan Cape in 1965. ![]()
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![]() ![]() Tragic and affecting, and drawing heavily on George Eliot’s own rural upbringing and relationship with her brother, The Mill on the Floss is one of literature’s finest evocations of childhood and adolescence, and introduces, in Maggie Tulliver, one of the most beloved heroines in the English canon. Yet, as she grows older and the family struggle under the weight of severe pecuniary difficulties, she becomes increasingly caught between the divergent expectations of the four men in her life: a doting father, an obdurate and vengeful brother, a good-looking and frivolous suitor and an earnest old playmate who happens to be the son of her father and brother’s sworn enemy. Raised in the idyllic setting of Dorlcote Mill, the wild and wilful Maggie Tulliver adores her elder brother Tom and is forever trying to gain the approbation of her parents. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() I have so much catching up to do and I'm so excited to read about the other brides! What a delightful book! This is my first book by Valerie Bowman but it will definitely not be my last, The Untamed Earl is the fifth book in the Playful Brides series. īe sure to follow Valerie Bookbub for the latest on sales. ![]() Visit Valerie on the web at and sign-up for her newsletter at. When she’s not writing, she keeps busy reading, traveling, or vacillating between watching crazy reality TV and PBS. Valerie now lives in Jacksonville with her family including her rascally dogs. After a cold and snowy stint earning a degree in English Language and Literature with a minor in history at Smith College, she moved to Florida the first chance she got. Valerie grew up in Illinois with six sisters (she’s number seven) and a huge supply of historical romance novels. Two of her books have been nominated for the Kirkus Prize for fiction. She’s been an RT Reviewers’ Choice nominee for Best First Historical Romance and Best Historical Romance Love and Laughter. ![]() Since then, her books have received starred reviews from Publisher’s Weekly, Booklist, and Kirkus. Valerie’s debut novel was published in 2012. Valerie Bowman is an award-winning author who writes Regency-set historical romance novels aka Racy Regency Romps! ![]() ![]() Hannah and Bailey set out to discover the truth. And that Bailey just may hold the key to figuring out Owen’s true identity-and why he really disappeared. Bailey, who wants absolutely nothing to do with her new stepmother.Īs Hannah’s increasingly desperate calls to Owen go unanswered, as the FBI arrests Owen’s boss, as a US marshal and federal agents arrive at her Sausalito home unannounced, Hannah quickly realizes her husband isn’t who he said he was. Bailey, who lost her mother tragically as a child. ![]() Despite her confusion and fear, Hannah Hall knows exactly to whom the note refers-Owen’s sixteen-year-old daughter, Bailey. The “page-turning, exhilarating” ( PopSugar) and “heartfelt thriller” ( Real Simple) about a woman who thinks she’s found the love of her life-until he disappears.īefore Owen Michaels disappears, he smuggles a note to his beloved wife of one year: Protect her. ![]() ![]() The perfect gift for Mother’s Day! Don’t miss the #1 New York Times bestselling blockbuster and Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick that’s sold over 2 million copies-now an Apple TV+ Limited series starring Jennifer Garner! ![]() ![]() ![]() Spending time with my family is always awesome. We make a lot of crafts up in the Hunting house. If you’re not writing, what do you love to do?Ĭrafts I suppose. ![]() ![]() I’m also working on an angsty contemporary romance and another romantic comedy unrelated to The Pucked Series, so lots happening there!ĥ. I typically write in dual POV which allows me flip between the character who has the most to say at any given time.ĭefinitely. I think there were scenes that were maybe a bit challenging to flesh out. I don’t know that either of them were particularly difficult. Which character of your book was the hardest to write? Pucked Up (Book #2, standalone) and Pucked Over (Book #3, standalone) don’t need to be read prior to Forever Pucked, but they’re both lots of fun, so there’s that to consider. Is your book part of a series or can it be read as a stand-alone?įorever Pucked(Book #4) is best read AFTER reading Pucked (book #1 standalone). The Pucked Series is a sports romantic comedy with a hockey slant-my Canadianness approves of this sport. It’s a return to Alex and Violet-the couple who started the series and they’re about to embark on the road to marriage, which we all know isn’t always easy. Is it your debut? What genre does it belong to? When does it release?įorever Pucked is the 4th book in The Pucked Series. Tell us something about your latest book. ![]() ![]() ![]() "synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title. Actions have consequences across The Land, with powerful creatures and factions now hell-bent on Richter's destruction.Ĭan Richter forge allegiances to survive this harsh and unforgiving world or will he fall to the dark denizens of this ancient and unforgiving realm?Ī tale to shake "The Land" itself, measuring 10/10 on the Richter scale, how will Richter's choices shape the future of The Land and all who reside in it? Can he grow his power to meet the deadliest of beings of the land? When choices are often a shade of grey, how will Richter ensure he does not become what he seeks to destroy? The Land, a series written by the self-proclaimed 'Father of American LitRPG', passed away at the size of 8. Tricked into a world of banished gods, demons, goblins, sprites and magic, Richter must learn to meet the perils of The Land and begin to forge his own kingdom. The Land: Monsters (Chaos Seeds, 8) by Aleron Kong eBook Details. ![]() Over Six THOUSAND positive reviews on Goodreads ![]() ![]() Its actually a rather well-appointed living space. The Acclaimed Debut Novel of the Best Selling Chaos Seeds SagaĪ mesmerizing tale reminiscent of the wonder of Ready Player One and the adventure of Game of Thrones The Land is like every awesome high fantasy you ever read, but insert a delightfully snarky modern day protagonist with phenomenal cosmic powers, but no itty-bitty living space. ![]() ![]() ![]() A gruesome and gory time, perhaps, but entertaining all the same! Missing arrived at my door one day and – no lie – I tossed aside the book I was in the middle of in order to start this one. When you pick up a Kelley Armstrong novel you know you’re in for a good time. What if nobody left at all? What if they’re all missing? And he has Winter questioning what she once thought was true. Until the day she found Lennon left for dead, bleeding in a tree.īut now Lennon is gone too. The only thing Winter will miss is the woods. They’re better off taking a chance elsewhere. There’s nothing for them there but abandoned mines and empty futures. Like most of the teens born in town have done. Summary: The only thing Winter Crane likes about Reeve’s End is that soon she’ll leave it. Source: finished hardcover via publisher (Thank you, Crown Books for Young Readers!) ![]() ![]() ![]() Webster was a prolific Supreme Court advocate, often arguing more than 10 cases a year. Chief Justice John Roberts tells DAM, “Daniel Webster represented for Americans what a lawyer was, both good and bad.” “For over a century and maybe more,” current U.S. Told that the field was too crowded, he allegedly replied: “There’s always room at the top.” That’s certainly where he wound up. But the orator and statesman known as “the godlike Daniel” left a far greater imprint.Ī swarthy complexion and jet-black hair earned this Salisbury, New Hampshire, native the nickname “Black Dan.” His titanic ego was evident early-he skipped his Dartmouth graduation because he wasn’t selected as the valedictory speaker. Supreme Court, many of them landmark rulings that shaped our interpretation of the Constitution. ![]() Woodward was one of more than 200 cases Webster argued before the U.S. Webster fixed his intense gaze on Marshall and uttered the words every Dartmouth graduate knows: “It is, as I have said, sir, a small college, but there are those who love it.” Trustees of Dartmouth v. Chief Justice John Marshall had tears in his eyes that March day in 1818 as Daniel Webster reached the climax of his impassioned four-hour argument. ![]() ![]() ![]() Nurturing and guidance: The Daddy character provides emotional support, guidance, and care to their submissive partner, helping them grow and thrive in the relationship.Power exchange: The Daddy Dom takes on a dominant role while the submissive partner yields control within the relationship.While each Daddy Dom romance book can vary in plot and character development, they often share some common elements that define the genre. ![]() The Daddy Dom dynamic is all about the consensual exploration of power exchange between legal-aged adults in a loving, caring relationship. It’s important to note that this genre does not involve incest or pedophilia. The Daddy character is typically responsible for nurturing, protecting, and guiding their partner, while the submissive, often referred to as “Little” or “Babygirl,” relies on their Daddy for emotional security and direction. The dynamic is built on trust, mutual respect, and the desire to fulfill emotional and sexual needs. ![]() What is Daddy Dom Romance?ĭaddy Dom romance books delve into the relationship between a “Daddy” figure and their submissive partner. This genre explores the emotional and sensual aspects of this unique dynamic while following their journey of love, trust, and personal growth. The Daddy Dom romance genre is a subcategory of BDSM literature that places the dominant character, referred to as “Daddy” or “Daddy Dom,” in a caring and nurturing role with their submissive partner. Understanding the Daddy Dom Romance Genre ![]() ![]() One of the people to have recognised this most clearly was Arthur Sackler, the patriarch of a pharmaceutical dynasty that is the subject of Empire of Pain. In the US, in particular, the gap between saviour and salesman is a chance to make money off the most captive of markets: the sick hoping to get well again. ![]() The industry relies on the doctor’s unimpeachable image, on the patient’s worried willingness to accept anything that is prescribed. Yet these doctors are also the frontline vendors in an industrial complex, which includes hospitals, equipment-makers, insurance companies and drug firms, their eyes all fastened on their profit margins. ![]() The art of medicine is so manifestly a higher purpose – the safeguarding of human life itself – that its practitioners enjoy a kind of immaculate moral authority. ![]() W hat a strange, uniquely illusive figure the doctor is. ![]() |