Author: Dianne Duvall
Publisher: Zebra Books
ISBN: 1420128361
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 399
Book Description
A doctor and a reformed bad-boy vampire struggle with danger and their desires in this New York Times–bestselling paranormal romantic suspense novel. Dr. Melanie Lipton is no stranger to the supernatural. She knows immortals better than they know themselves, right down to their stubborn little genes. So although a handsome rogue immortal seems suspicious to her colleagues, Sebastien Newcombe intrigues Melanie. His history is checkered, his scars are impressive, and his ideas are daring. But it's not his ideas that have Melanie fighting off surges of desire… Bastien is used to being the bad guy. In fact, he can't remember the last time he had an ally he could trust. But Melanie is different—and under her calm, professional exterior he senses a passion beyond anything in his centuries of experience. Giving in to temptation is out of the question—he can't put her in danger. But she isn't asking him… RT Book Reviews“With this excellent entry, rising star Duvall is fast proving to be a major player in paranormal romance!”— “With a deeply emotional love story, two beautiful, complex main characters, and a pulse-pounding adventure that won’t let up, this book was haunting and addictive.”—The Romance Reviews
Phantom Shadows
Author: Dianne Duvall
Publisher: Zebra Books
ISBN: 1420128361
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 399
Book Description
A doctor and a reformed bad-boy vampire struggle with danger and their desires in this New York Times–bestselling paranormal romantic suspense novel. Dr. Melanie Lipton is no stranger to the supernatural. She knows immortals better than they know themselves, right down to their stubborn little genes. So although a handsome rogue immortal seems suspicious to her colleagues, Sebastien Newcombe intrigues Melanie. His history is checkered, his scars are impressive, and his ideas are daring. But it's not his ideas that have Melanie fighting off surges of desire… Bastien is used to being the bad guy. In fact, he can't remember the last time he had an ally he could trust. But Melanie is different—and under her calm, professional exterior he senses a passion beyond anything in his centuries of experience. Giving in to temptation is out of the question—he can't put her in danger. But she isn't asking him… RT Book Reviews“With this excellent entry, rising star Duvall is fast proving to be a major player in paranormal romance!”— “With a deeply emotional love story, two beautiful, complex main characters, and a pulse-pounding adventure that won’t let up, this book was haunting and addictive.”—The Romance Reviews
Publisher: Zebra Books
ISBN: 1420128361
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 399
Book Description
A doctor and a reformed bad-boy vampire struggle with danger and their desires in this New York Times–bestselling paranormal romantic suspense novel. Dr. Melanie Lipton is no stranger to the supernatural. She knows immortals better than they know themselves, right down to their stubborn little genes. So although a handsome rogue immortal seems suspicious to her colleagues, Sebastien Newcombe intrigues Melanie. His history is checkered, his scars are impressive, and his ideas are daring. But it's not his ideas that have Melanie fighting off surges of desire… Bastien is used to being the bad guy. In fact, he can't remember the last time he had an ally he could trust. But Melanie is different—and under her calm, professional exterior he senses a passion beyond anything in his centuries of experience. Giving in to temptation is out of the question—he can't put her in danger. But she isn't asking him… RT Book Reviews“With this excellent entry, rising star Duvall is fast proving to be a major player in paranormal romance!”— “With a deeply emotional love story, two beautiful, complex main characters, and a pulse-pounding adventure that won’t let up, this book was haunting and addictive.”—The Romance Reviews
Saturday's Shadows
Author: Ayesha Harruna Attah
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789462380431
Category : Africa, West
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Set in the 1990s in West Africa, Saturday's Shadows is a novel about the slow, yet unpredictable implosion of a marriage. It is also a tale of love and devotion, as well as a study in the psychology of tyrants and how their rule destroys not only their subjects but themselves. Influenced by Naguib Mahfouz's Palace Walk (Anchor, 1956) and William Faulkner's As I Lay Dying (1930), Saturday's Shadows allows its four characters to narrate how they will do almost anything to find themselves.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789462380431
Category : Africa, West
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Set in the 1990s in West Africa, Saturday's Shadows is a novel about the slow, yet unpredictable implosion of a marriage. It is also a tale of love and devotion, as well as a study in the psychology of tyrants and how their rule destroys not only their subjects but themselves. Influenced by Naguib Mahfouz's Palace Walk (Anchor, 1956) and William Faulkner's As I Lay Dying (1930), Saturday's Shadows allows its four characters to narrate how they will do almost anything to find themselves.
The Saturday Magazine
Every Saturday
Streetlights and Shadows
Author: Gary A. Klein
Publisher: MIT Press
ISBN: 026225834X
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 355
Book Description
An expert explains how the conventional wisdom about decision making can get us into trouble—and why experience can’t be replaced by rules, procedures, or analytical methods In making decisions, when should we go with our gut and when should we try to analyze every option? When should we use our intuition and when should we rely on logic and statistics? Most of us would probably agree that for important decisions, we should follow certain guidelines—gather as much information as possible, compare the options, pin down the goals before getting started. But in practice we make some of our best decisions by adapting to circumstances rather than blindly following procedures. In Streetlights and Shadows, Gary Klein debunks the conventional wisdom about how to make decisions. He takes ten commonly accepted claims about decision making and shows that they are better suited for the laboratory than for life. The standard advice works well when everything is clear, but the tough decisions involve shadowy conditions of complexity and ambiguity. Gathering masses of information, for example, works if the information is accurate and complete—but that doesn't often happen in the real world. (Think about the careful risk calculations that led to the downfall of the Wall Street investment houses.) Klein offers more realistic ideas about how to make decisions in real-life settings. He provides many examples—ranging from airline pilots and weather forecasters to sports announcers and Captain Jack Aubrey in Patrick O’Brian’s Master and Commander novels—to make his point. All these decision makers saw things that others didn’t. They used their expertise to pick up cues and to discern patterns and trends. We can make better decisions, Klein tells us, if we are prepared for complexity and ambiguity and if we will stop expecting the data to tell us everything. “I know of no one who combines theory and observation—intellectual rigor and painstaking observation of the real world—so brilliantly and gracefully as Gary Klein.” —Malcolm Gladwell, author of Outliers and Blink
Publisher: MIT Press
ISBN: 026225834X
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 355
Book Description
An expert explains how the conventional wisdom about decision making can get us into trouble—and why experience can’t be replaced by rules, procedures, or analytical methods In making decisions, when should we go with our gut and when should we try to analyze every option? When should we use our intuition and when should we rely on logic and statistics? Most of us would probably agree that for important decisions, we should follow certain guidelines—gather as much information as possible, compare the options, pin down the goals before getting started. But in practice we make some of our best decisions by adapting to circumstances rather than blindly following procedures. In Streetlights and Shadows, Gary Klein debunks the conventional wisdom about how to make decisions. He takes ten commonly accepted claims about decision making and shows that they are better suited for the laboratory than for life. The standard advice works well when everything is clear, but the tough decisions involve shadowy conditions of complexity and ambiguity. Gathering masses of information, for example, works if the information is accurate and complete—but that doesn't often happen in the real world. (Think about the careful risk calculations that led to the downfall of the Wall Street investment houses.) Klein offers more realistic ideas about how to make decisions in real-life settings. He provides many examples—ranging from airline pilots and weather forecasters to sports announcers and Captain Jack Aubrey in Patrick O’Brian’s Master and Commander novels—to make his point. All these decision makers saw things that others didn’t. They used their expertise to pick up cues and to discern patterns and trends. We can make better decisions, Klein tells us, if we are prepared for complexity and ambiguity and if we will stop expecting the data to tell us everything. “I know of no one who combines theory and observation—intellectual rigor and painstaking observation of the real world—so brilliantly and gracefully as Gary Klein.” —Malcolm Gladwell, author of Outliers and Blink
A Little Gray Book of Shadows
Author: William F. Nolan
Publisher: Crossroad Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 95
Book Description
The first volume in Series III of the popular “Little Book” Series! In Nolan’s own words: “Short Stories are a challenge and (most of the time) a creative delight. Writing new ones at the rate of three or four a year I have had more than 200 in print since 1952. The seven I have selected here represent the very best of which I am capable, as I keep “pushing the envelope” hoping to achieve something fresh and inventive each time out. Seven tales from the shadows aimed at creating some goose bumps enroute. Stories included in this collection: Saturday's Shadow Vympyre Lonely Train A' Comin' The Partnership The Yard Dead Call Alex
Publisher: Crossroad Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 95
Book Description
The first volume in Series III of the popular “Little Book” Series! In Nolan’s own words: “Short Stories are a challenge and (most of the time) a creative delight. Writing new ones at the rate of three or four a year I have had more than 200 in print since 1952. The seven I have selected here represent the very best of which I am capable, as I keep “pushing the envelope” hoping to achieve something fresh and inventive each time out. Seven tales from the shadows aimed at creating some goose bumps enroute. Stories included in this collection: Saturday's Shadow Vympyre Lonely Train A' Comin' The Partnership The Yard Dead Call Alex
Life's Sunbeams and Shadows; Poems and Prose, with Appendix Including Biographical and Historical Notes in Prose
Author: John Cotter Pelton
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Educators
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Anthology of California student poems, with "Appendix B. A Record of Pioneer Public School Work in California."
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Educators
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Anthology of California student poems, with "Appendix B. A Record of Pioneer Public School Work in California."
Journeys Inside My Shadow
Author: Al Lagrone
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 147973683X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 348
Book Description
Journey One: The story begins on Christmas 1988. The protagonist Alonzo/Alonso is riding on a bus crossing the Andes into Argentina from Santiago, Chile. He is traveling to San Francisco (Crdoba) to visit his exchange-student host family for the first time in ten years. During this journey, he is confronted with memories of the past through a continuous series of flashbacks. These include growing up black in a racially divided Chicago; the lingering effects of a sexual assault at ten; living in Madrid, Spain for two years; and his first visit to Argentina as an American Field Service participant, arriving to the town of San Francisco on his host brothers birthday and a day before Argentina won its first World Cup soccer championship. The first part ends when his host brother Sergio is smitten with a beautiful young travel agent assisting them in rearranging Alonzos return ticket to the States. Journey Two: Alonzo returns to Argentina after one year and three months to be his host brothers best man; Sergio is marrying the young lady who assisted them in the travel agency. Alonzos week-long stay and, in particular, Sergios wedding day, are highlighted. This section ends at the Crdoba International Airport with Alonzo giving his good-byes to his host parents. Journey Three: The final portion focuses on specific events from 19942009. It begins in July 1994 with the death of Alonzos mother, followed eight months later by the death of a sister from cancer. Subsequent chapters highlight his relocation from Lafayette, Indiana, to Ann Arbor, Michigan (with a month-long stay in Toledo, Ohio, during the OJ Simpson trial proceedings) and finding employment at the University of Michigan; traveling to Argentina in 1997, and again in 1999 for the last time; and finally, corresponding with Sergio in December 2009 from Santiago, Chile, before returning to the States after visiting a friend in Via del Mar.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 147973683X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 348
Book Description
Journey One: The story begins on Christmas 1988. The protagonist Alonzo/Alonso is riding on a bus crossing the Andes into Argentina from Santiago, Chile. He is traveling to San Francisco (Crdoba) to visit his exchange-student host family for the first time in ten years. During this journey, he is confronted with memories of the past through a continuous series of flashbacks. These include growing up black in a racially divided Chicago; the lingering effects of a sexual assault at ten; living in Madrid, Spain for two years; and his first visit to Argentina as an American Field Service participant, arriving to the town of San Francisco on his host brothers birthday and a day before Argentina won its first World Cup soccer championship. The first part ends when his host brother Sergio is smitten with a beautiful young travel agent assisting them in rearranging Alonzos return ticket to the States. Journey Two: Alonzo returns to Argentina after one year and three months to be his host brothers best man; Sergio is marrying the young lady who assisted them in the travel agency. Alonzos week-long stay and, in particular, Sergios wedding day, are highlighted. This section ends at the Crdoba International Airport with Alonzo giving his good-byes to his host parents. Journey Three: The final portion focuses on specific events from 19942009. It begins in July 1994 with the death of Alonzos mother, followed eight months later by the death of a sister from cancer. Subsequent chapters highlight his relocation from Lafayette, Indiana, to Ann Arbor, Michigan (with a month-long stay in Toledo, Ohio, during the OJ Simpson trial proceedings) and finding employment at the University of Michigan; traveling to Argentina in 1997, and again in 1999 for the last time; and finally, corresponding with Sergio in December 2009 from Santiago, Chile, before returning to the States after visiting a friend in Via del Mar.
In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower
Author: Marcel Proust
Publisher: Phoemixx Classics Ebooks
ISBN: 3986772529
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 582
Book Description
In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower Marcel Proust - Shattuck leaves us not only with a deepened appreciation of Proust's great work but of all great literature as well.""Richard Bernstein, New York TimesFor any reader who has been humbled by the language, the density, or the sheer weight of Marcel Proust's In Search of Lost Time, Roger Shattuck is a godsend.Also translated as 'Within a Budding Grove', this is the second volume of_In Search of Lost Time. The narrator turns from the childhood reminiscences of Swann's Way to memories of his adolescence. Having gradually become indifferent to Swann's daughter Gilberte, the narrator visits the seaside resort of Balbec with his grandmother and meets a new object of attention-Albertine, 'a girl with brilliant, laughing eyes and plump, matt cheeks.'
Publisher: Phoemixx Classics Ebooks
ISBN: 3986772529
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 582
Book Description
In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower Marcel Proust - Shattuck leaves us not only with a deepened appreciation of Proust's great work but of all great literature as well.""Richard Bernstein, New York TimesFor any reader who has been humbled by the language, the density, or the sheer weight of Marcel Proust's In Search of Lost Time, Roger Shattuck is a godsend.Also translated as 'Within a Budding Grove', this is the second volume of_In Search of Lost Time. The narrator turns from the childhood reminiscences of Swann's Way to memories of his adolescence. Having gradually become indifferent to Swann's daughter Gilberte, the narrator visits the seaside resort of Balbec with his grandmother and meets a new object of attention-Albertine, 'a girl with brilliant, laughing eyes and plump, matt cheeks.'
In The Shadow of Young Girls In Flower: In Search of Lost Time, Volume 2
Author: Marcel Proust
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 566
Book Description
Step into the Enigmatic World of Marcel Proust's "In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower" Prepare to embark on a mesmerizing literary journey with "In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower," the second volume of Marcel Proust's timeless masterpiece, "In Search of Lost Time." Join the illustrious author Marcel Proust, along with the insightful translators James Grieve and his team, as they guide you through the intricacies of memory, love, and the passage of time. Set against the backdrop of belle époque Paris, "In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower" delves into the narrator's pursuit of love and artistic expression, weaving together themes of desire, jealousy, and the complexities of human relationships. Proust's exquisite prose draws readers into a world of opulent salons, vibrant gardens, and intimate soirées, where every moment is infused with beauty and meaning. As you delve deeper into the narrative, you'll find yourself captivated by Proust's keen observations of society and his profound insights into the human psyche. From the enigmatic allure of the young girls in flower to the melancholy of lost love, Proust paints a rich tapestry of emotions that resonate with readers long after the final page. But "In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower" is more than just a novel—it's a profound meditation on the nature of memory and the elusive nature of time. Through Proust's lyrical prose and his meticulous attention to detail, readers are invited to contemplate the fleeting nature of existence and the eternal quest for meaning. Whether you're a seasoned Proust enthusiast or discovering his work for the first time, "In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower" offers a literary experience like no other. Join Marcel Proust and James Grieve on this unforgettable journey through the labyrinthine corridors of memory and desire. Dive into the mesmerizing world of Marcel Proust's "In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower" today. Order your copy and lose yourself in the timeless beauty of Proust's prose.
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 566
Book Description
Step into the Enigmatic World of Marcel Proust's "In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower" Prepare to embark on a mesmerizing literary journey with "In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower," the second volume of Marcel Proust's timeless masterpiece, "In Search of Lost Time." Join the illustrious author Marcel Proust, along with the insightful translators James Grieve and his team, as they guide you through the intricacies of memory, love, and the passage of time. Set against the backdrop of belle époque Paris, "In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower" delves into the narrator's pursuit of love and artistic expression, weaving together themes of desire, jealousy, and the complexities of human relationships. Proust's exquisite prose draws readers into a world of opulent salons, vibrant gardens, and intimate soirées, where every moment is infused with beauty and meaning. As you delve deeper into the narrative, you'll find yourself captivated by Proust's keen observations of society and his profound insights into the human psyche. From the enigmatic allure of the young girls in flower to the melancholy of lost love, Proust paints a rich tapestry of emotions that resonate with readers long after the final page. But "In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower" is more than just a novel—it's a profound meditation on the nature of memory and the elusive nature of time. Through Proust's lyrical prose and his meticulous attention to detail, readers are invited to contemplate the fleeting nature of existence and the eternal quest for meaning. Whether you're a seasoned Proust enthusiast or discovering his work for the first time, "In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower" offers a literary experience like no other. Join Marcel Proust and James Grieve on this unforgettable journey through the labyrinthine corridors of memory and desire. Dive into the mesmerizing world of Marcel Proust's "In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower" today. Order your copy and lose yourself in the timeless beauty of Proust's prose.