Htf publishing sep 2026 (2 Ergebnisse)

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'A humorous, heartfelt historical novel that captures the gritty, absurd, and tight-knit world of the 1970s circus.' - Brendan McKelvy, Foreword ReviewsHow do you make an elephant disappear In 1974, the King Minos Circus is struggling to survive-until Christos 'King' Minos unveils a dazzling new illusion: a vanishing elephant act starring Henrietta, the animal he loves more fiercely than he can admit.But when Henrietta disappears during a parade, the trick becomes something far more dangerous.Suspicion falls on Minos's estranged daughter, Randi-an activist who has vowed to free the circus elephants-and on Ainge, the circus's newest clown, a young man still haunted by his father's rejection after learning he is gay. Minos feels betrayed by both and vows to recover Henrietta and bring those responsible to justice.But are Randi and Ainge the villains Minos imagines Their journey across the American West-through small towns, roadside shows, and shifting loyalties-forces them all to confront hard questions about family, freedom, and who truly belongs to whom.Because in the end, the fate of Henrietta may not belong to the circus at all. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Editor's Pick - BookLife - 'Brothers, magnates, and responsibility power this smart, humane historical novel.'A railroad tycoon must choose between his brother's freedom and his own ambition-before one wild act shatters both their lives.In 1869 New Hampshire, railroad magnate George Stark faces an impossible choice: commit his eccentric brother Will-poet, prankster, and zookeeper-to an asylum or risk his career and family name after a disastrous train crash and public scandal.Rewinding to 1846, this sweeping historical novel follows the Stark brothers on diverging paths. George's ambition propels him into the heart of America's railroad boom, while Will's restless spirit transforms the family estate into a sanctuary for exotic animals and ideas. As the Civil War looms, their contrasting lives highlight the tension between order and creativity, ambition and freedom.Torn between duty and compassion, George must decide whether to sacrifice his brother's freedom or embrace the creativity that once united them. A moving meditation on ambition, forgiveness, and family, this novel brings a forgotten chapter of American history to life with wit, heart, and unforgettable characters. Perfect for fans of historical fiction exploring the price of progress and sibling bonds.…