Simon schuster mai 2024 (170 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Isla's newest adventure takes her on an airplane to the big city where she speaks to a pigeon in need of assistance. Sebastián, Ana (illustrator).

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This adorable, pun-filled board book is fluttering with lovey-dovey affirmations for the cuddle bug in your life!Hey firefly, you keep my heart warm. You're the sweetest melody. A summertime swarm. Flit along with bugs of all kinds and reassure little ones that they're loved through wordplay and so moth love. Samels, Riley (illustrator).…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This sweet, rhyming board book about a family outing is perfect for parents looking to connect with their children through the great outdoors!Slow and steady up the mountain, though it may be hard to climb. Don't worry if you stumble we're here to lift you up each time. A family hikes through a lively forest where there's crunchy leaves to step on, birds to see, and rivers to cross as they enjoy each other's company in the wilderness. Bee, Laura (illustrator). …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From million-copy bestselling author Liz Kessler comes thepowerful newlandmark World War II novelfor fans of Michael Morpurgo and Phil Earle.When Liv finds a secret box from her grandmother's childhood she uncovers an extraordinary war-time story of bravery, betrayal and daring defiance. A story that will change Liv and her family forever Holland, 1942. The world is at war and as the Nazis' power grows, Jewish families are in terrible danger. Twelve-year-old Mila and her older sister Hannie are sent to live with a family in another city with new identities and the strict instruction not to tell anyone that they are Jewish. Hannie, determined to fight back, is swept into the Dutch resistance as an undercover agent: Code Name Kingfisher. And though Mila does her best to make friends and keep out of trouble, there is danger at every turn and the sisters are soon left questioning who they can trust "A breathtaking WW2 story of bravery and sisterhood, told with the utmost care, beauty and hope by an extraordinary storyteller." - A.F. Steadman. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - My small world is waiting, so come take my hand . . . I'll show you who lives in my undersea lands! Come on an incredible adventure under the sea! Meet the cleverly camouflaged octopus with lots of legs, swim with fierce but friendly sharks and explore pirate ships filled with sparkling treasure. You'll also learn how to build your very own Small World, with instructions and a handy How-To guide. A creative and exciting new picture book series from bestselling and award-winning author Caryl Hart and Waterstones Children's Book Prize winner, Harry Woodgate. Woodgate, Harry (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A magical NEW storyfilled with adventure, wonder and edge-of-your-seat excitement,set in a world of daring dragons and magical maladies by the best-selling author ofSky Song, Abi Elphinstone . . .'This new fantasy series for younger readers is bubbling with action and imagination A joy.' The Daily Mail'Elphinstone has the confidence to embrace fantasy's most popular tropes - unicorns, dragons, dark-hearted villains - and make them thoroughly her own.'TheTelegraph Rusty Fizzbang, vet to magical beasts, needs an apprentice. Ember Spark, looking for adventure, is his newest recruit - and together with an unlikely friend, Arno, she is sent to help a baby dragon whose parents have gone missing. But keeping magical beasts a secret isn't an easy task, especially with arch-villain, Jasper Hornswoggle, hot on their heels and keen to derail them Praise for Ember Spark: 'A total masterclass in high-action, high-stakes, high-fun adventure.' Emma Carroll, author of Letters from the Lighthouse 'Quirky and magical, this wonderful adventure proves what everyone should know Abi Elphinstone is a writer to be cherished.' Phil Earle, author of When the Sky Falls 'Ember Spark herself is a wonderful heroine she's brave, curious and always up for an adventure.' Katie Tsang, author of the Dragon Realm series 'I adored Ember Spark. Abi is a master storyteller . . . she's created a thrilling adventure fizzing with heart and magic and wonder.' Zohra Nabi, author of The Kingdom over the Sea 'Kids are going to go wild for this joyful, moving, thrill-ride of a book, guaranteed to leave you smiling. Every word is magic.' Lauren St John, author of The White Giraffe series 'Sure to ignite any reader's imagination and warm their heart. Wonderful and wonder-filled!' Andy Shepherd, author of The Boy who Grew Dragons 'Utterly charming, wonderfully wild and sprinkled with gutsy characters, dastardly villains & magical creatures galore . . .' Jo Clarke, author ofThe Travelling School Mysteries 'Ember Sparkis bursting with adventure, magic & that very special Abi Elphinstone sparkle . . .'Mel Taylor-Bessent, author ofThe Christmas Carrolls.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A deeply moving, vitally important picture book encouraging empathy and kindness.Somewhere in this world, there is someone just like you, who finds the same things funny and who laughs the way you do. Have you ever stopped to think that there might be someone out there who is just like you And if they needed you, would you help them Helen Docherty's lyrical rhyming text is perfectly matched by David Roberts' stunning, thoughtful illustrations, as the two combine to make a picture book that is as necessary as it is beautiful. David Roberts (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This one young flamingo, Adele was her name, Knew under HER wings something wasn't the same. Whilst quite unremarkably pink from outside Inside were some colours she struggled to hide! Adele wants nothing more than to be just like all the other flamingos. But hiding who she really is feels horribly tough. Can Adele find the courage to celebrate her true colours Perfect for fans of Perfectly Norman, this thought-provoking and touching story empowers children to embrace their uniqueness and have the courage to stand out. 'A riotous, dazzling, joy-filled book, brimming with hope and warmth'Ian Eagleton, award-winning author of Nen and the Lonely Fisherman 'An explosion of colour, humour and joy.I loved it and can't wait for my kids to read it!'Abi Elphinstone, bestselling children's book author 'A delightfully colourful and joyous book with the celebration of diversity at its heart'Patricia Cleveland-Peck, bestselling author of You Can't Take an Elephant on the Bus 'An uplifting tale of acceptance and having the courage to show your true colours!'Caryl Hart, bestselling picture book author 'Apositive, uplifting, feel-good book about the joy that can come from being yourself'Clare Helen Welsh, award-winning author of Wee It Wasn't Me! 'Stylish with a gorgeous message Catherine and Claire are the picture book dreamteam!'Steven Lenton, bestselling children's book creator 'I absolutely love Catherine's comforting rhyme and Claire's illustrations are dazzling!'Pip Jones, bestselling children's book author 'A touching, reassuring and wonderfully rhythmical story about having the courage to display one's true colours'Simon Philip, award-winning author of You Must Bring a Hat 'A fabulous riot of colour on every page, as Adele the Flamingo dances her way through this heart-warming tale about finding your place in the world. Emmett and Powell are brilliant!'Lu Fraser, bestselling author of The Littlest Yak.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover your destiny in a legendary tale of friendly giants and magical mishaps, from actor and comedianBen Miller,author ofThe Day I Fell into a Fairytale.'Wonderful, funny, magical'Chris Evans'A sheer delight for all kids both big AND small' Ruth Jones Marcus has just started Merlin's, a veryunusualschool. He doesn't like it and is doing everything he can to get into big trouble and be sent home. When a midnight prank accidentally wakes a sleeping giant called Crom, things take a turn for the magical. But there are other giants on the move, bigger and angrier than Crom. Realising that Merlin's and the whole country are in danger, it's a race against time for the two new friendsto find the magic of their own bravery.Turn the page, share the adventure in this bestsellingmagical story for all the family, illustrated by Elisa Paganelli.\*Have you ever wondered what your favourite fairytale characters are thinking Once upon was only the start in the hilarious Diary of a Puss in Boots. OUT NOW!\*.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The MEGA-BESTSELLING, must-read series for fans of Lottie Brooks,Tom Gatesand Diary of a Wimpy Kid.¿ MEET NIKKI MAXWELL. DORK. DRAMA MAGNET. DIARY QUEEN¿Oh la la! Nikki and her band are invited to Paris for a super cool photoshoot - it's a dream come true! Nikki can't wait to learn new art styles, practice her French and explore the most romantic city in the world with her crush Brandon. But when MacKenzie starts to stir trouble and invites old friend André to be their tour guide, the drama starts. Can Nikki still enjoy her dream vacay, or will it become a dorky disaster Readers LOVE Dork Diaries!'Omg the best series ever''Great for Lottie Brooks fans!''I found it soooo funny!''My daughter loves these books!''Any book that can get [my daughter] interested in reading must have something going for it!'Have you collected the whole series Dork DiariesDork Diaries 2: Party TimeDork Diaries 3: Pop StarDork Diaries 4: Skating SensationDork Diaries 5: Dear DorkDork Diaries 6: Holiday HeartbreakDork Diaries 7: TV StarDork Diaries 8: Once Upon a DorkDork Diaries 9: Drama QueenDork Diaries 10: Puppy LoveDork Diaries 11: Frenemies ForeverDork Diaries 12: Crush CatastropheDork Diaries 13: Birthday Drama!Dork Diaries 14: Spectacular Superstar Dork Diaries 15: I Love Paris!Dork Diaries 16: Sister Showdown.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - It was a good job and Max Alben knew whom he had to thank for it-his great-grandfather. 'Good old Giovanni Albeni ' he muttered as he hurried into the laboratory slightly ahead of the escorting technicians all of them despite the excitement of the moment remembering to bob their heads deferentially at the half-dozen full-fleshed and hard-faced men lolling on the couches that had been set up around the time machine.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Dive into various ocean habitats to find what should go in and what should stay out in this nonfiction board book sure to make a splash with curious young minds!Soaring manta rays wave hello. Schools of fish, clams, and grazing turtles. A puffer fish, completely blown! Can you tell what goes in the coral reef, and what should stay out Take an education vacation underwater to learn about all things fishy! With each page turn, little ones explore vibrant under-the-sea habitats, seek what belongs, distinguish the silly things that don't, and splash back to shore. Cottle, Katie (illustrator). …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Ginny is about to turn 32. It's a yearshe's been thinking about for a long time becausesixteen years ago she crossed paths with a psychic who made some key predictions about her thirty-second year . . .Three Bad Things: A heartbreak, a loss of independenceand a death. Three Good Things: A life-changing trip, reconnecting with someoneand meeting her soulmate. It's all nonsense obviously! Especially since Ginny is getting married in a month. But when some of those pesky predictions start coming true, she finds herself wondering what will happen next . . . 'The perfect laugh-a-minute summer read' STYLIST.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - His work was healing the sick-but this planet was already dead!Calhoun regarded the communicator with something like exasperation as his taped voice repeated a standard approach-call for the twentieth time. But no answer came which had become irritating a long time ago. This was a new Med Service sector for Calhoun. He'd been assigned to another man's tour of duty because the other man had been taken down with romance. He'd gotten married which ruled him out for Med Ship duty. So now Calhoun listened to his own voice endlessly repeating a call that should have been answered immediately.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Responsibility and Honor-- In Henry IV Part 2 Hal continues his journey of growth becoming a man fit to hold the throne of England. He distances himself from John Falstaff and takes up important responsibilities for his father the King. For his part Falstaff is looking forward to a time when Hal becomes King and rewards him for his friendship. Rumour is a pipeBlown by surmises jealousies conjectures And of so easy and so plain a stopThat the blunt monster with uncounted heads The still-discordant wavering multitude Can play upon it.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The epic conclusion tothe dark, twisting thriller trilogy about a teen assassin's attempt to live a normal life. 'An immersive, fast-paced thriller'TheIrish Times 'Moth to a Flame is abrave, brilliant and blistering conclusionto anexceptional YA trilogy Finn Longman has craftedone of the best YA trilogiesI've ever read'A Short Book Lover Isabel Ryans has fled Espera, leaving behind her identity as teen assassin the Moth. Now she's trying to adjust to the reality of the outside world. But her grief and trauma are catching up with her, and surrounded by civilians who will never understand what life is like in the walled city, she feels more alone than ever. When a journalist is murdered nearby, suspicion automatically falls on Isabel. And inside Espera's walls, the abolitionist movement is gaining strength. When Isabel's search for the killer leads to an unexpected reunion, she's forced to decide whether she can really leave the city behind, and what part the Moth might have to play in the uprising. Is Isabel Ryans the city's saviour . . . or its scapegoat From award-winning author Finn Longman, an exhilarating voice in YA fiction, comes an addictive trilogy for fans of global phenomena The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Killing Eve and The Hunger Games. PRAISE FOR THE BUTTERFLY ASSASSIN: 'This dark, enthralling thriller is a compulsive debut'TheGuardian 'An electrifying debut!'Chelsea Pitcher, author ofThis Lie Will Kill You 'A heart-in-your-mouth thriller that grips you from the first page until the very last.'Benjamin Dean, author ofThe King is Dead 'A bold, jagged and uncompromising thriller that will keep you guessing all the way to the end.'Tom Pollock, author ofWhite Rabbit, Red Wolf 'Sharp and layered, with a bright beating heart.The Butterfly Assassinwill lure you deep into a fascinating and dangerous new world.'Rory Power, author ofWilder Girls 'An utterly addictive story. I told myself 'just one more chapter' well into the night.'Emily Suvada, author ofThis Mortal Coil 'Fierce, thrilling, and impossible to put down. Packed full of amazing friendships, plot twists and a desperate fight to survive'C. G. Drews, author ofThe Boy Who Steals Houses.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The sensational debut novel about love, friendship and finding happiness in the most unexpected places.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'A page-turning journey to uncover a past of heroism, betrayal, love, and loss'Heather Morris, bestselling author of TheTattooist of Auschwitz'A gorgeous debut' Heat'A standout novel of heartbreak, survival and hope in time of war' Rachel HoreTwo lovers caught at the crossroads of historyA daughter's search for the truthWhen Max, a Jewish architect, is sent to the Dachau concentration camp, it's only his talent for making exquisite porcelain figurines so admired by the Nazis that stands between him and certain death. Avant-garde artist and Max's partner, Bettina, has no idea where he's been taken but, when she learns of his fate, she's determined to rescue him whatever the cost.A lifetime later, Bettina's daughter, Clara, sets out to unravel the mystery of her identity. As she weaves together the fabric of her past, she discovers the terrible answers her mother wanted hidden forever.A heart-breaking historical tale that explores how the power of art can shape our relationships, our society and our future.For fans of Heather Morris and Kristin Hannah,The Porcelain Makeris a sweeping, epic story of love, betrayal and art, set across Europe from the 1920s Weimar Republic, to dark and glittering 1930s Berlin.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In a crystalline death lay the only release for those prisoners of that Ionian hell-outpost. Yet MacVickers and the men had to escape-for to remain meant the conquering of the Solar System by the inhuman Europans.Leigh Brackett was the undisputed Queen of Space Opera and the first woman to be nominated for the coveted Hugo Award. She wrote short stories novels and scripts for Hollywood. She wrote the first draft of The Empire Strikes Back shortly before her death in 1978.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Merlin's Youth is a poignant poem written from the point of view of Merlin King Arthur's wizard as he looks back on his lost youth. He remembers his first love Yberha who taught him the wizarding arts and how he lost her.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Lovely Brenda Carson scholarly Jerome pompous Livingston . everyone aboard the Seven Stars scoffed at the idea of a Phantom Pirate. But I.P. agent Jim Fanning didn't laugh. He knew the luxury-liner's innocent looking cargo was already marked for plunder.Ray Cummings was one of the founding fathers of the science fiction genre. He was the author of The Girl in the Golden Atom. His short stories appeared in AstoundingPlanet Stories and Argosy.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A simple favour. A debt to be paid. A threat no one saw coming. Mitch Rapp owes powerful criminal Damian Losa a favour, and it's being called in. With no choice other than to honour his agreement, Rapp heads to Syria to stop a new designer drug spreading into Losa's territory. When he discovers the true culprit - someone with far bigger goals than just Syria - the scale of his mission grows. But Rapp and his team are operating in an incredibly volatile country where the US has few assets and allegiances shift almost daily. And just one false move would set off an international confrontation that could easily spin out of control and rewrite the world order . . . Praise for the Mitch Rapp series 'Grabs you by the scruff of the neck on page one and doesn't let you go until the end' Stephen Leather 'Sizzles with inside information and CIA secrets' Dan Brown 'A cracking, uncompromising yarn that literally takes no prisoners' The Times 'Vince Flynn clearly has one eye on Lee Child's action thriller throne with this twist-laden story . . . instantly gripping' Shortlist 'Action-packed, in-your-face, adrenalin-pumped super-hero macho escapist fiction that does exactly what it says on the label' Irish Independent 'Mitch Rapp is a great character who always leaves the bad guys either very sorry for themselves or very dead' Guardian.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'This is Ruth Ware like you've never read her before' DAVID BALDACCI 'She's done it again!' CLARE MACKINTOSH HER HUSBAND HAS BEEN MURDERED AND SHE'S THE ONLY SUSPECT. WHAT SHOULD SHE DO Hired by companies to break into buildings and hack security systems, Jack and her husband Gabe are the best penetration specialists in the business. But after a routine assignment goes horribly wrong, Jack arrives home to find her husband dead. It soon becomes clear that the police have only one suspect in mind - her. Jack must go on the run to try and clear her name and to find her husband's real killer. But who can she trust when everyone she knows could be a suspect And with the police and the killer after her, can Jack get to the truth before her time runs out An adrenaline-fueled thriller from international bestseller and Richard & Judy pick, Ruth Ware, described as 'one of the best thriller writers around today' (Independent).PRAISE FOR ZERO DAYS: 'A suspense rollercoaster' STEVE CAVANAGH 'A full-on, paranoid thrill ride with sky-high stakes and a thoroughly absorbing premise that's never less than shockingly believable. This rare peek into the shadows of the dark web is visceral, human and terrifying. Five stars' JANICE HALLETT 'A pulse-pounding opening launches you into a cat and mouse game of deadly intrigue that will push Jack Cross, Ware's new, superb heroine, to her absolute limits. A rocket ride that will satisfy the biggest thriller addicts out there' DAVID BALDACCI 'A breathless action thriller which packs an emotional punch, Zero Days is Ruth Ware's best yet' CLARE MACKINTOSH 'Hits the ground running and doesn't let up till the last chapter. Ruth Ware's best book yet' ERIN KELLY 'Ruth Ware is in a league of her own. Zero Days is a breathless, pulse-pounding cat-and-mouse thriller that will have you racing through the pages as our heroine sets off on her deadly chase. Just don't forget to breathe . . .' JACK JORDAN 'The best thriller you'll read this year. From its explosive opening to that dizzying first twist, Zero Days is a fast-paced - but also very touching - ride' WILLIAM SHAW.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Skandar's adventure among the warrior unicorns continues in this "riveting" (Kirkus Reviews) sequel to the instant New York Times and international bestseller Skandar and the Unicorn Thief.Skandar Smith has achieved his dream: to train as a unicorn rider. But as Skandar and his friends enter their second year at the Eyrie, a new threat arises. Immortal wild unicorns are somehow being killed, a prophecy warns of terrible danger, and elemental destruction begins to ravage the Island. Meanwhile, Skandar's sister, Kenna, longs to join him, and Skandar is determined to help her, no matter what. As the storm gathers, can Skandar find the key to stop the Island tearing itself apart before it's too late for them all.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An exhilarating, wondrous middle grade debut about a brother and sister on a quest that "swoops from thrilling to terrifying to heartwarming and back again" (BookPage) to defeat a tyrannical ruler and protect a magical book. "[W]ill appeal to readers of Kelly Barnhill and Lemony Snicket" (Publishers Weekly).Rachel and Robert live a gray, dreary life under the rule of cruel and calculating Charles Malstain. That is, until one night, when their librarian father enlists their help to steal a forbidden book. Before their father is captured, Rachel and Robert are given one mission: find the missing final page. But to uncover the secrets of The Book of Stolen Dreams, the siblings must face darkness and combat many evils to be rewarded with the astonishing, magical truth about the book. Nevertheless, they resolve to do everything in their power to stop it from falling into Charles Malstain's hands. For if it does, he could rule their world forever.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Three starred reviews! "Heartfelt and hilarious, witty and wise, with indelible characters and laugh-out-loud humor. A fantastic read for any season of the year." Stuart Gibbs, New York Times bestselling author In New York Times bestselling author Morgan Matson's middle grade debut "brimming with heart, summer nostalgia, and a bit of mystery" (Julie Murphy, #1 New York Times bestselling author), a young girl gets to know her mom's side of the family and hunts for hidden treasure over the course of one chaotic summer.For as long as Ryanna Stuart can remember, her summers have been spent with her father and his new wife. Just the three of them, structured, planned, and quiet. But this summer is different. This summer, she's received a letter from her grandparentsgrandparents neither she nor her dad have spoken to since her mom's deathinviting her to stay with them at an old summer camp in the Poconos. Ryanna accepts. She wants to learn about her mom. She wants to uncover the mystery of why her father hasn't spoken to her grandparents all these years. She's even looking forward to a quiet summer by the lake. But what she finds are relativesso many relatives! Aunts and uncles and cousins upon cousinsa motley, rambunctious crew of kids and eccentric, unconventional adults. People who have memories of her mom from when she was Ryanna's age, clues to her past like a treasure map. Ryanna even finds an actual, real-life treasure map! Over the course of one unforgettable summerfilled with s'mores and swimming, adventure and fun, and even a decades-old mystery to solveRyanna discovers a whole new side of herself and that, sometimes, the last place you expected to be is the place where you really belong.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A New York Times bestseller! A Morris Award Finalist Impossible Creatures meets Neil Gaiman in this "striking and heartfelt" (Kirkus Reviews) novel about an Iranian American girl who discovers that her father was secretly a veterinarian to magical creaturesand that she must take up his mantle, despite the many dangers.Once was, once wasn't. So began the stories Marjan's father told her as a little girlfables like the story of the girl who sprung a unicorn from a hunter's snare, or the nomad boy who rescued a baby shirdal. Tales of mythical beasts that filled her with curiosity and wonder. But Marjan's not a little girl anymore. In the wake of her father's sudden death, she is trying to hold it all together: her schoolwork, friendships, and keeping her dad's shoestring veterinary practice from going under. Then, one day, she receives a visitor who reveals something stunning: Marjan's father was no ordinary veterinarian. The creatures out of the stories he told her were realand he traveled the world to care for them. And now that he's gone, she must take his place. Marjan steps into a secret world hidden in plain sight, where magical creatures are bought and sold, treasured and trapped. She finds friends she never knew she neededa charming British boy who grew up with a griffon, a runaway witch seeking magic and homewhile trying to hide her double life from her old friends and classmates. The deeper Marjan gets into treating these animals, the closer she comes to finding who killed her fatherand to a shocking truth that will reawaken her sense of wonder and put humans and beasts in the gravest of danger.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A #1 New York Times bestseller! Doll Bones meets Skandar and the Unicorn Thief in this spooky, illustrated middle grade novel about a boy who doesn't believe in magic discovering a supernatural world full of danger.It began with a crack in the wall. Eleven-year-old Benjamiah Creek believes in science, logic, and the power of reason. He definitely does not believe in magic. But when he receives a mysterious doll in the maila doll that can transform into a birdhe is led into an impossible (and most definitely magical) realm: Wreathenwold. Wreathenwold is dangerous and holds many secrets within its labyrinthine wallsmagi prowl, Hanged Men stalk, and at the center of its shifting streets lurks the Minotaur, a beastly creature and object of terror. In no time at all, Benjamiah is swept into a perilous adventure with the fierce and brilliant Elizabella, a girl determined to solve the disappearance of her missing brother, who may be caught up in a decades-old conspiracy that could doom them all. Will Benjamiah ever find his way home Or will he be lost forever in the labyrinth. To, Vivienne (illustrator). …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Featuring a brand new introduction frombestselling author, Isabelle Broom, talking about what Jackie and her books mean to her! 'Here is a woman who not only wanted to entertain her readers, but also to teach them something; about the world and about themselves' ISABELLE BROOM'Jackie Collins's daring, unapologetic stroke of the pen, combined with her glorious wit, has single-handedly given creative license to new generations of authors and storytellers.' COLLEEN HOOVERAmerican Star is a compelling story of love, sex and murder, set against the glamorous backgrounds of New York and Hollywood. There have been many imitators, but only ever one Jackie Collins. With millions of her books sold around the world, and thirty-oneNew York Timesbestsellers, she is one of the world's top-selling novelists. From glamorous Beverly Hills bedrooms to Hollywood movie studios; from glittering rock concerts to the yachts of billionaires, Jackie chronicled the scandalous lives of the rich, famous, and infamous from the inside looking out. 'A true inspiration, a trail blazer for women's fiction'JILLY COOPER 'Jackie shows us all what being a strong, successful woman means at any age' MILLY JOHNSON 'Jackie will never be forgotten, she'll always inspire me to #BeMoreJackie' JILL MANSELL 'Jackie's heroines don't take off their clothes to please a man, but to please themselves' CLARE MACKINTOSH 'What Jackie knew how to do so well, is to tell a thumping good story' ROWAN COLEMAN 'I read hundreds of books every year. But Jackie Collins' novels are the only ones I can read over and over' AMY ROWLAND 'Jackie wrote with shameless ambition, ruthless passion and pure diamond-dusted sparkle' CATHERINE STEADMAN 'Lessons galore on every page about feminism, equality, tolerance and love' CARMEL HARRINGTON 'Jackie is the queen of cliff-hangers' SAMANTHA TONGE 'For all her trademark sass, there is a moralist at work here' LOUISE CANDLISH 'Nobody does it quite like Jackie and nobody ever will' SARRA MANNING 'Jackie bought a bit of glitter, sparkle and sunshine into our humdrum existence' VERONICA HENRY 'Collins was saying that women didn't have to centre round men, either in books or in life' JESSIE BURTON 'Jackie lived the Hollywood dream, but, she looked sideways at it, and then shared the dirt with her readers' JULIET ASHTON 'What radiates from her novels, is a sense that women are capable of great things' ALEXANDRA HEMINSLEY. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - "Impressively researched and written with storytelling verve" (The Wall Street Journal), this is the definitive account of the disastrous siege at the Branch Davidian compound in Waco, Texas, featuring never-before-seen documents, photographs, and interviews, from former investigative reporter Jeff Guinn, bestselling author of Manson and The Road to Jonestown.For the first time in thirty years, more than a dozen former ATF agents who participated in the initial February 28, 1993, Waco raid speak on the record about the poor decisions of their commanders that led to this deadly confrontation. The revelations in this book include why the FBI chose to end the siege with the use of CS gas; how both ATF and FBI officials tried and failed to cover up their agencies' mistakes; where David Koresh plagiarized his infamous prophecies; and direct links between the Branch Davidian tragedy and the modern militia movement in America. Notorious conspiracist Alex Jones is a part of the Waco story. So much is new and stunning. Guinn puts you alongside the ATF agents as they embarked on the disastrous initial assault, unaware that the Davidians knew they were coming and were armed and prepared to resist. His you-are-there narrative continues to the final assault and its momentous consequences. Drawing on this new information, including several eyewitness accounts, Guinn again does what he did with his bestselling books about Charles Manson and Jim Jones, revealing "gripping" (Houston Chronicle) new details about a story that we thought we knew. …