Author: Melville Davisson Post
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 9361423800
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
"The Gilded Chair: A Novel" by using Melville Davisson. Post is a gripping story set within the past due 19th century, with the American South as its backdrop. The plot revolves round Colonel Henry Daren, a rich plantation proprietor mentioned for his air of mystery and social strength. When Colonel Daren buys a mysterious vintage chair with exceptional gold carvings, he accidentally sets off a sequence of events a good way to exchange the route of his lifestyles and the lives of those round him. As tales spread about the chair's alleged curse, Colonel Daren turns into stuck in an internet of deception, betrayal, and murder. As the story progresses, secrets and techniques emerge, alliances are strained, and the total nature of the gilded chair's strength turns into clean. Post spins a tale of suspense and intrigue, transporting readers to a world in which money and electricity collide with shadowy forces hiding under the floor. "The Gilded Chair" is a compelling thriller that delves into subject matters of greed, ambition, and the outcomes of unrestrained choice. With its vividly painted characters and fascinating surroundings, Post tells a riveting story so as to hold readers thinking until the very give up.
The Gilded Chair A Novel
Author: Melville Davisson Post
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 9361423800
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
"The Gilded Chair: A Novel" by using Melville Davisson. Post is a gripping story set within the past due 19th century, with the American South as its backdrop. The plot revolves round Colonel Henry Daren, a rich plantation proprietor mentioned for his air of mystery and social strength. When Colonel Daren buys a mysterious vintage chair with exceptional gold carvings, he accidentally sets off a sequence of events a good way to exchange the route of his lifestyles and the lives of those round him. As tales spread about the chair's alleged curse, Colonel Daren turns into stuck in an internet of deception, betrayal, and murder. As the story progresses, secrets and techniques emerge, alliances are strained, and the total nature of the gilded chair's strength turns into clean. Post spins a tale of suspense and intrigue, transporting readers to a world in which money and electricity collide with shadowy forces hiding under the floor. "The Gilded Chair" is a compelling thriller that delves into subject matters of greed, ambition, and the outcomes of unrestrained choice. With its vividly painted characters and fascinating surroundings, Post tells a riveting story so as to hold readers thinking until the very give up.
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 9361423800
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
"The Gilded Chair: A Novel" by using Melville Davisson. Post is a gripping story set within the past due 19th century, with the American South as its backdrop. The plot revolves round Colonel Henry Daren, a rich plantation proprietor mentioned for his air of mystery and social strength. When Colonel Daren buys a mysterious vintage chair with exceptional gold carvings, he accidentally sets off a sequence of events a good way to exchange the route of his lifestyles and the lives of those round him. As tales spread about the chair's alleged curse, Colonel Daren turns into stuck in an internet of deception, betrayal, and murder. As the story progresses, secrets and techniques emerge, alliances are strained, and the total nature of the gilded chair's strength turns into clean. Post spins a tale of suspense and intrigue, transporting readers to a world in which money and electricity collide with shadowy forces hiding under the floor. "The Gilded Chair" is a compelling thriller that delves into subject matters of greed, ambition, and the outcomes of unrestrained choice. With its vividly painted characters and fascinating surroundings, Post tells a riveting story so as to hold readers thinking until the very give up.
Gilded Age
Author: Claire McMillan
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1451640498
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 281
Book Description
Intelligent, witty, and poignant, Gilded Age presents a modern Edith Wharton heroine—dramatically beautiful, socially prominent, and just a bit unconventional—whose return to the hothouse of Cleveland society revives rivalries, raises eyebrows, and reveals the tender vulnerabilities of a woman struggling to reconcile her desire for independence and her need for love. ELEANOR HART had made a brilliant marriage in New York, but it ended in a scandalous divorce and thirty days in Sierra Tucson rehab. Now she finds that, despite feminist lip service, she will still need a husband to be socially complete. A woman’s sexual reputation matters, and so does her family name. Ellie must navigate the treacherous social terrain where old money meets new: charitable benefits and tequila body shots, inherited diamonds and viper-bite lip piercings, country house weekends and sexting. She finds that her beauty is a powerful tool in this world, but it has its limitations, even liabilities. Through one misstep after another, Ellie mishandles her second act. Her options narrow, her future prospects contract, until she faces a desperate choice. With a keen eye for the perfect detail and a heart big enough to embrace those she observes, Claire McMillan has written an assured and revelatory debut novel about class, gender, and the timeless conundrum of femininity.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1451640498
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 281
Book Description
Intelligent, witty, and poignant, Gilded Age presents a modern Edith Wharton heroine—dramatically beautiful, socially prominent, and just a bit unconventional—whose return to the hothouse of Cleveland society revives rivalries, raises eyebrows, and reveals the tender vulnerabilities of a woman struggling to reconcile her desire for independence and her need for love. ELEANOR HART had made a brilliant marriage in New York, but it ended in a scandalous divorce and thirty days in Sierra Tucson rehab. Now she finds that, despite feminist lip service, she will still need a husband to be socially complete. A woman’s sexual reputation matters, and so does her family name. Ellie must navigate the treacherous social terrain where old money meets new: charitable benefits and tequila body shots, inherited diamonds and viper-bite lip piercings, country house weekends and sexting. She finds that her beauty is a powerful tool in this world, but it has its limitations, even liabilities. Through one misstep after another, Ellie mishandles her second act. Her options narrow, her future prospects contract, until she faces a desperate choice. With a keen eye for the perfect detail and a heart big enough to embrace those she observes, Claire McMillan has written an assured and revelatory debut novel about class, gender, and the timeless conundrum of femininity.
Illuminate
Author: Aimee Agresti
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 0547626142
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 533
Book Description
A brainy, shy high school outcast interning at a Chicago hotel discovers that the hotel staff has an evil agenda planned for her classmates on prom night.
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 0547626142
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 533
Book Description
A brainy, shy high school outcast interning at a Chicago hotel discovers that the hotel staff has an evil agenda planned for her classmates on prom night.
The Diplomat's Daughter
Author: Karin Tanabe
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1501110470
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 464
Book Description
"During the turbulent months following the 1941 bombing of Pearl Harbor, twenty-one-year-old Emi Kato, the daughter of a Japanese diplomat, is locked behind barbed wire in a Texas internment camp ... Plagued by fence sickness, her world changes when she meets Christian Lange, whose German-born parents were wrongfully arrested for un-American activities. Together, they live as prisoners with thousands of other German and Japanese families, but discover that young love can triumph over even the most unjust circumstances. When Emi and her mother are abruptly sent back to Japan, Christian enlists in the US Army, with his sights set on the Pacific front--and a reunion with Emi"--
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1501110470
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 464
Book Description
"During the turbulent months following the 1941 bombing of Pearl Harbor, twenty-one-year-old Emi Kato, the daughter of a Japanese diplomat, is locked behind barbed wire in a Texas internment camp ... Plagued by fence sickness, her world changes when she meets Christian Lange, whose German-born parents were wrongfully arrested for un-American activities. Together, they live as prisoners with thousands of other German and Japanese families, but discover that young love can triumph over even the most unjust circumstances. When Emi and her mother are abruptly sent back to Japan, Christian enlists in the US Army, with his sights set on the Pacific front--and a reunion with Emi"--
The Gilded Chair [microform] : a Novel
Author: Melville Davisson Post
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780665830037
Category : Hygiene
Languages : en
Pages : 359
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780665830037
Category : Hygiene
Languages : en
Pages : 359
Book Description
The Gilded Chair
Author: Melville Davisson Post
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
By Melville Davisson Post is a classic work of American fiction that takes readers on a literary journey. Explore the captivating narratives and storytelling prowess of the author as he weaves tales that resonate with readers. This book is a perfect choice for those who appreciate classic American fiction and engaging narratives.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
By Melville Davisson Post is a classic work of American fiction that takes readers on a literary journey. Explore the captivating narratives and storytelling prowess of the author as he weaves tales that resonate with readers. This book is a perfect choice for those who appreciate classic American fiction and engaging narratives.
The Gilded Years
Author: Karin Tanabe
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1761105159
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
A captivating historical novel based on the true story of Anita Hemmings, the first Black student to attend the prestigious Vassar College by – passing as white. For fans of The Vanishing Half and The Gilded Age. SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE Since childhood, Anita Hemmings has longed to attend the country’s most exclusive school for women, Vassar College. Now, a bright, beautiful senior in the class of 1897, she is hiding a secret that would have banned her from admission: Anita is the only African-American student ever to attend Vassar. With her olive complexion and dark hair, she has successfully passed as white, but now finds herself rooming with Lottie Taylor, an heiress of one of New York’s most prominent families. Though Anita has kept herself at a distance from her classmates, Lottie’s sphere of influence is inescapable, her energy irresistible, and the two become fast friends. Pulled into her elite world, Anita learns what it’s like to be treated as a wealthy, educated white woman – the person everyone believes her to be – and even finds herself in a heady romance with a well-off Harvard student. But when Lottie becomes curious about Anita’s family the situation becomes particularly perilous, and as Anita’s graduation looms, those closest to her will be the ones to dangerously threaten her secret. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the Gilded Age, an era when old money traditions collided with modern ideas, The Gilded Years is a story of hope, sacrifice and betrayal – and a gripping account of how one woman dared to risk everything for the chance at a better life. ‘Smart and thoughtful … A must-read’ PopSugar ‘Insightfully grapples with complex and compelling issues’ Booklist ‘The beautiful and the damned takes on a whole new meaning … A poignant imagining inside the most complex survival phenomenon: passing. With the grandeur of the Gilded Age intertwined with romance and suspense, you won’t be able to put this period piece down until you know how her story ends.’ Vanity Fair
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1761105159
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
A captivating historical novel based on the true story of Anita Hemmings, the first Black student to attend the prestigious Vassar College by – passing as white. For fans of The Vanishing Half and The Gilded Age. SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE Since childhood, Anita Hemmings has longed to attend the country’s most exclusive school for women, Vassar College. Now, a bright, beautiful senior in the class of 1897, she is hiding a secret that would have banned her from admission: Anita is the only African-American student ever to attend Vassar. With her olive complexion and dark hair, she has successfully passed as white, but now finds herself rooming with Lottie Taylor, an heiress of one of New York’s most prominent families. Though Anita has kept herself at a distance from her classmates, Lottie’s sphere of influence is inescapable, her energy irresistible, and the two become fast friends. Pulled into her elite world, Anita learns what it’s like to be treated as a wealthy, educated white woman – the person everyone believes her to be – and even finds herself in a heady romance with a well-off Harvard student. But when Lottie becomes curious about Anita’s family the situation becomes particularly perilous, and as Anita’s graduation looms, those closest to her will be the ones to dangerously threaten her secret. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the Gilded Age, an era when old money traditions collided with modern ideas, The Gilded Years is a story of hope, sacrifice and betrayal – and a gripping account of how one woman dared to risk everything for the chance at a better life. ‘Smart and thoughtful … A must-read’ PopSugar ‘Insightfully grapples with complex and compelling issues’ Booklist ‘The beautiful and the damned takes on a whole new meaning … A poignant imagining inside the most complex survival phenomenon: passing. With the grandeur of the Gilded Age intertwined with romance and suspense, you won’t be able to put this period piece down until you know how her story ends.’ Vanity Fair
The Bridal Chair
Author: Gloria Goldreich
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781492603269
Category : FICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Filled with fascinating details about the art world and colorful real-life characters, this novel may appeal to historical fiction fans who enjoyed Natasha Solomons's The House at Tyneford and Tatiana de Rosnay's Sarah's Key."--Library Journal An exquisite, haunting exploration of the complex mind of Marc Chagall through the eyes of his daughter -- great for fans of Mrs. Poe and The Paris Wife Beautiful Ida Chagall, the only daughter of Marc Chagall, is blossoming in the Paris art world beyond her father's controlling gaze. But her newfound independence is short-lived. In Nazi-occupied Paris, Chagall's status as a Jewish artist has made them all targets, yet his devotion to his art blinds him to their danger. When Ida falls in love and Chagall angrily paints an empty wedding chair (The Bridal Chair) in response, she faces an impossible choice: Does she fight to forge her own path outside her father's shadow, or abandon her ambitions to save Chagall from his enemies and himself? Brimming with historic personalities from Europe, America and Israel, The Bridal Chair is a stunning portrait of love, fortitude, and the sharp divide between art and real life. "Only Gloria Goldreich could write a novel so grounded in historical truths yet so exuberantly imaginative. The Bridal Chair is Goldreich at her best, with a mesmerizing plot, elegant images, and a remarkable heroine who...will remain with you long after the last page."--Francine Klagsburn, Jewish Week columnist and acclaimed author of Voices of Wisdom "In prose as painterly and evocative as Chagall's own dazzling brushstrokes, Gloria Goldreich finely evokes one of the most significant masters of modern art through the discerning eyes of his] loyally protective daughter."--Cynthia Ozick, award-winning author of Foreign Bodies
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781492603269
Category : FICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Filled with fascinating details about the art world and colorful real-life characters, this novel may appeal to historical fiction fans who enjoyed Natasha Solomons's The House at Tyneford and Tatiana de Rosnay's Sarah's Key."--Library Journal An exquisite, haunting exploration of the complex mind of Marc Chagall through the eyes of his daughter -- great for fans of Mrs. Poe and The Paris Wife Beautiful Ida Chagall, the only daughter of Marc Chagall, is blossoming in the Paris art world beyond her father's controlling gaze. But her newfound independence is short-lived. In Nazi-occupied Paris, Chagall's status as a Jewish artist has made them all targets, yet his devotion to his art blinds him to their danger. When Ida falls in love and Chagall angrily paints an empty wedding chair (The Bridal Chair) in response, she faces an impossible choice: Does she fight to forge her own path outside her father's shadow, or abandon her ambitions to save Chagall from his enemies and himself? Brimming with historic personalities from Europe, America and Israel, The Bridal Chair is a stunning portrait of love, fortitude, and the sharp divide between art and real life. "Only Gloria Goldreich could write a novel so grounded in historical truths yet so exuberantly imaginative. The Bridal Chair is Goldreich at her best, with a mesmerizing plot, elegant images, and a remarkable heroine who...will remain with you long after the last page."--Francine Klagsburn, Jewish Week columnist and acclaimed author of Voices of Wisdom "In prose as painterly and evocative as Chagall's own dazzling brushstrokes, Gloria Goldreich finely evokes one of the most significant masters of modern art through the discerning eyes of his] loyally protective daughter."--Cynthia Ozick, award-winning author of Foreign Bodies
The Case of the Gilded Lily
Author: Erle Stanley Gardner
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Criminal defense lawyers
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Criminal defense lawyers
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Instant Karma
Author: Marissa Meyer
Publisher: Feiwel & Friends
ISBN: 1250618827
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
In New York Times bestselling author Marissa Meyer's young adult contemporary romance, a girl is suddenly gifted with the ability to cast instant karma on those around her – both good and bad. Chronic overachiever Prudence Barnett is always quick to cast judgment on the lazy, rude, and arrogant residents of her coastal town. Her dreams of karmic justice are fulfilled when, after a night out with her friends, she wakes up with the sudden ability to cast instant karma on those around her. Pru giddily makes use of the power, punishing everyone from public vandals to mean gossips, but there is one person on whom her powers consistently backfire: Quint Erickson, her slacker of a lab partner. Quint is annoyingly cute and impressively noble, especially when it comes to his work with the rescue center for local sea animals. When Pru resigns herself to working at the rescue center for extra credit, she begins to uncover truths about baby otters, environmental upheaval, and romantic crossed signals—not necessarily in that order. Her newfound karmic insights reveal how thin the line is between virtue and vanity, generosity and greed . . . love and hate... and fate.
Publisher: Feiwel & Friends
ISBN: 1250618827
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
In New York Times bestselling author Marissa Meyer's young adult contemporary romance, a girl is suddenly gifted with the ability to cast instant karma on those around her – both good and bad. Chronic overachiever Prudence Barnett is always quick to cast judgment on the lazy, rude, and arrogant residents of her coastal town. Her dreams of karmic justice are fulfilled when, after a night out with her friends, she wakes up with the sudden ability to cast instant karma on those around her. Pru giddily makes use of the power, punishing everyone from public vandals to mean gossips, but there is one person on whom her powers consistently backfire: Quint Erickson, her slacker of a lab partner. Quint is annoyingly cute and impressively noble, especially when it comes to his work with the rescue center for local sea animals. When Pru resigns herself to working at the rescue center for extra credit, she begins to uncover truths about baby otters, environmental upheaval, and romantic crossed signals—not necessarily in that order. Her newfound karmic insights reveal how thin the line is between virtue and vanity, generosity and greed . . . love and hate... and fate.