![]() ![]() ![]() Moran creates a character who makes naive decisions with powerful men that lead her to suspicion and, ultimately, her demise. Because she was the mistress of military officers in many different countries, it is not a leap to suggest that she may have been in a position to pass along intelligence to the Germans during World War I, but this is more than a book about the exchange of wartime information. ![]() Teens may not be familiar with the name Mata Hari beyond a brief mention in history class, but she was a captivating woman who used the power of her beauty and body to insinuate herself into the finest European salons of her time. With no resources to fight him, she returns to Europe as Mata Hari. After the death of her son, she divorces her husband, only to have him kidnap her daughter. Married at 18 to Dutch officer Rudolph McLeod, she discovers in Java that he is not what he seems, and she takes refuge in learning the art of Indonesian dancing. From Indian temples and Parisian theatres to German barracks in war-torn Europe, international bestselling author Michelle Moran who expertly balances fact and fiction (Associated Press) brings to vibrant life the famed world of Mata Hari: dancer, courtesan, and possibly, spy. Born in the Netherlands, Margaretha Zelle was abandoned by her father after the death of her mother and sent to a school where an unwelcome flirtation led her to answer an ad for a wife. ![]()
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![]() ![]() It displays a comprehensive panorama of the painter's oeuvre through 1,300 pieces. This first volume of the catalogue is dedicated to the collection of the Sorolla Museum, which houses the largest collection of the artist's works. Within these themes, the works will be presented chronologically, so that the evolution of the painter can be observed in each case. The aim of this project is the publication of five volumes in which the works by Joaquin Sorolla Bastida (1863-1923) will be presented by themes: 1. This first volume is dedicated to the collection of the Sorolla Museum in Madrid, SpainJoaquin Sorolla's catalogue raisonn is the culmination of a project that was initiated by Francisco Pons-Sorolla and Blanca Pons-Sorolla, which assembles all the work of the painter known so far (over 4,000 works). Volume 1 of Joaquin Sorolla's catalogue raisonn is the first part of the culmination of a project initiated by Francisco PonsSorolla and Blanca Pons-Sorolla, which assembles all currently known works by the painter - some 4,000 pieces. ![]() ![]() ![]() I adored both characters in this book but Sebastian really captured my heart. I actually also really loved learning more about the Mormon religion, lifestyle and culture in this book which I wasn’t expecting.Ĭhristina Lauren do a great job presenting it from both sides – what it offers (and what Sebastian loves about it) and what it denies – acceptance of their relationship. His parents support was truly unconditional and I loved how their relationship was depicted. ![]() I loved how Tanner’s mother was literally a walking bumper sticker for her son. It should not be conditional.Īnd yet we see in both Sebastian and Tanner how those who claim to love us can either do so with conditions or without. The meaning of love between family members, between parents and child, between God and creation, between church and congregation. This book really looks at the meaning of love. But so much more stood out to me about this book. Sure, it’s a book about two teens coming to find their soulmates in a high school English class. It’s a poignant story about identity that was both heart-wrenching and beautiful at the same time.Ĭhristina Lauren has been a favorite author of mine for awhile but they showed me a different side of their work in this young adult romance. ![]() It is so much more than a romance book too. Published September 2017 Rating : ★★★★★ Amazon | Goodreads Tags: High School, Teacher, Writer, Wounded Hero, MM Romance, Gay Romance Category: Contemporary Romance, Young Adult Romance, Gay Romance ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() It’s a phenomenon every nonprofit and foundation leader needs to understand and that I believe has particular applicability to the much discussed - and fraught - power dynamic between grant makers and grantees. It describes a fundamental shift in the way people get things done in an age in which our devices connect us wherever we go - and in which expectations for participation and engagement are high, especially among millennials. Their rich and deeply researched book - filled with business, government, and nonprofit examples - is called New Power: How Power Works in Our Hyperconnected World - and How to Make It Work for You. closed, inaccessible, and leader-driven,” operating “like a currency.” ![]() New power, they argue, operates “like a current and, like water or electricity, it’s most forceful when it surges.” Contrast that with “old power,” which is “held by few. ![]() But all are highlighted in an important new book by Jeremy Heimans and Henry Timms for their ability to harness what the authors have dubbed “new power” - a power that is “made by many. Black Lives Matter, the ice-bucket challenge, the National Rifle Association, and ISIS don’t, at first glance, appear to have much in common. ![]() ![]() ![]() It came out at last in 1982, which is the year she met Lillian Stewart Carl (who introduced her to Lois McMaster Bujold by mail). In April of 1980, Patricia's first novel sold to Ace Books. In January, 1980, Pamela Dean, Emma Bull, Will Shetterly, Steven Brust, Nate Bucklin, and Patricia Wrede - all, at that point, hopeful but unpublished - formed the writer's group that later became known as "The Scribblies." Several years later, they were joined by Kara Dalkey. Patricia finished her first novel in late 1978. Dalton Booksellers, and finally at the Dayton Hudson Corporation headquarters. She worked for several years as a financial analyst and accountant, first with the Minnesota Hospital Association, then with B. ![]() from the University of Minnesota in 1977. She finished it five years later and started her second book at once, having become permanently hooked on writing by this time. She began work on her first novel, Shadow Magic, just after graduating from college in 1974. She attended Carleton College in Minnesota, where she majored in Biology and managed to avoid taking any English courses at all. ![]() Patricia Collins Wrede was born in Chicago, Illinois and is the eldest of five children. ![]() ![]() Traitors cause heavy damage to her state and her mental condition as well because she has been in the world where such things never happened and now she realizes the corrupt politics and the games for the thrones. Moreover the queen now comes to term with treachery and the change of loyalty that shows her the hideous aspect of mankind. In Heir of Fire and Queen of Shadows the fight is always on for her.īut it is always what she gets at the end that tires her she watches the sad scenes with her friends dying in her quest. Her duty is now her fate and she is not backing down this time, actually she in the whole series has kept her promises and we don’t see her showing any sign of cowardice at any state. But now she is the queen she has royal subjects to take care of whether she likes it or not. ![]() ![]() ![]() Achieving a higher position in life always cause you much than you expect and for the Queen of Terrasen it is something that she never wanted. ![]() ![]() An 11-year-old girl, Anna (played by Kila Lord Cassidy, astounding here), has survived without food for more than four months. The story follows an English nurse, Lib Wright ( Florence Pugh), who is summoned to a tiny village to observe what some claim is a medical anomaly or maybe even a miracle. This is a gothic tale of religious zealotry and obsession ![]() ![]() Taking place in the mid-1800s around The Irish Midlands, director Sebastián Lelio‘s ( Gloria Bell) somewhat faithful transfer to the silver screen pairs well with modern themes such as isolation, loneliness, and untold secrets we keep for ourselves and from others. ![]() The Wonder, a film adaptation of Emma Donoghue’s novel of the same name, is a story of deeply rooted religious zealotry and obsession. ![]() ![]() ![]() In its final, expanded form, this haunting story won the Nebula Award for the Best Novel of the Year. Flowers for Algernon was first published as a short story, but soon received wide acclaim as it appeared in anthologies, as a television special, and as an award winning motion picture, Charly. This is his poignant record of the startling changes in his mind and his life. Meanwhile, each day Charlie keeps a diary of what is happening to him. They hope the operation and special medication will increase his intelligence, just as it has for the laboratory mouse, Algernon. As part of a daring experiment, doctors are going to perform surgery on Charlie’s brain. But all of this is about to change for Charlie. ![]() Three evenings a week, he studies at a center for re*tarded adults. At 32, he mops floors in a bakery and earns just enough to get by. Charlie Gordon knows that he isn’t very bright. ![]() ![]() Rogan is a billionaire Prime-the highest rank of magic user-and as unreadable as ever, despite Nevada’s “talent.” But there’s no hiding the sparks between them. But her new case pits her against the shadowy forces that almost destroyed the city of Houston once before, bringing Nevada back into contact with Connor “Mad” Rogan. Nevada Baylor has a unique and secret skill-she knows when people are lying-and she’s used that magic (along with plain, hard work) to keep her colorful and close-knit family’s detective agency afloat. The Hidden Legacy series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Ilona Andrews continues as Nevada and Rogan navigate a world where magic is the norm…and their relationship burns hot ![]() We are supposed to be doing promotional thingies, but Gordon is writing Rogan POV and we’re both knee deep in Hugh’s book, so instead of a big promotional push, here is a big snippet of White Hot. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() He also can’t help but worry (reluctantly, and under protest) for Aurelio, a powerful Gold semidiós and Teo’s friend-turned-rival who is a shoo-in for the Trials. His best friend Niya―daughter of Tierra, the god of earth―is one of the strongest heroes of their generation and is much too likely to be chosen this year. Teo, a 17-year-old Jade semidiós and the trans son of Quetzal, goddess of birds, has never worried about the Trials…or rather, he’s only worried for others. The winner carries light and life to all the temples of Reino del Sol, but the loser has the greatest honor of all―they will be sacrificed to Sol, their body used to fuel the Sun Stones that will protect the people of Reino del Sol for the next ten years. Ten semidioses between the ages of thirteen and eighteen are selected by Sol himself as the most worthy to compete in The Sunbearer Trials. ![]() I’m not a real hero.”Īs each new decade begins, the Sun’s power must be replenished so that Sol can keep traveling along the sky and keep the evil Obsidian gods at bay. “Only the most powerful and honorable semidioses get chosen. Welcome to The Sunbearer Trials, where teen semidioses compete in a series of challenges with the highest of stakes, in this electric new Mexican-inspired fantasy from Aiden Thomas, the New York Times bestselling author of Cemetery Boys. ![]() |