Veronika has everything she could wish for - young and pretty, plenty of boyfriends, a steady job, a loving family. However, she is not happy. And so one winter's morning she takes an overdose of sleeping pills, in hope to end her life. Unfortunately, she woke up in a local hospital and was told that due to the suicide attempt, her heart is not irreparably damaged and has only a few days to live. Through these days, she realises that existence is a choice, a choice we all make in every second of our existence...
A Game Of Thrones – George R. R. Martin
Long: A Game of Thrones tells a tale of lords and ladies, soldiers and sorcerers, assassins and bastards, who come together in a time of grim omens. Here an enigmatic band of warriors bear swords of no human metal; a tribe of fierce wild-lings carry men off into madness; a cruel young dragon prince barters his sister to win back his throne; a child is lost in the twilight between life and death; and a determined woman undertakes a treacherous journey to protect all she holds dear. Amid plots and counter-plots, tragedy and betrayal, victory and terror, allies and enemies, the fate of the Starks hangs perilously in the balance, as each side endeavors to win that deadliest of conflicts: the game of thrones. Short: Long story short, several noble houses are fight a civil war over who should be king, while an exiled princess tries to find her place in the world, and the kingdom is threatened by some rising supernatural threat in the north. Unparalleled in scope and execution, A Game of Thrones is one of those rare reading experiences that catch you up from the opening pages, won’t let you go until the end, and leave you yearning for more.
A Game Of Thrones – George R. R. Martin
Long: A Game of Thrones tells a tale of lords and ladies, soldiers and sorcerers, assassins and bastards, who come together in a time of grim omens. Here an enigmatic band of warriors bear swords of no human metal; a tribe of fierce wild-lings carry men off into madness; a cruel young dragon prince barters his sister to win back his throne; a child is lost in the twilight between life and death; and a determined woman undertakes a treacherous journey to protect all she holds dear. Amid plots and counter-plots, tragedy and betrayal, victory and terror, allies and enemies, the fate of the Starks hangs perilously in the balance, as each side endeavors to win that deadliest of conflicts: the game of thrones. Short: Long story short, several noble houses are fight a civil war over who should be king, while an exiled princess tries to find her place in the world, and the kingdom is threatened by some rising supernatural threat in the north. Unparalleled in scope and execution, A Game of Thrones is one of those rare reading experiences that catch you up from the opening pages, won’t let you go until the end, and leave you yearning for more.
Bared To You – Sylvia Day
“Full of emotional angst, scorching love scenes, and a compelling storyline.”—Dear Author THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Gideon Cross came into my life like lightning in the darkness… He was beautiful and brilliant, jagged and white-hot. I was drawn to him as I’d never been to anything or anyone in my life. I craved his touch like a drug, even knowing it would weaken me. I was flawed and damaged, and he opened those cracks in me so easily… Gideon knew. He had demons of his own. And we would become the mirrors that reflected each other’s most private wounds…and desires.The bonds of his love transformed me, even as i prayed that the torment of our pasts didn't tear us apart...
Lasher – Anne Rice
Anna Rice has created this mesmerizing new novel, Lasher, bringing us magically again into the midst of the dynasty of witches The Brilliant and beautiful Rowan Mayfair, queen of the oven, and Lasher, the dark compelling demon whom she finds irresistible and from whose evil spell she must flee. She takes with her their terrifying and exquisite child, one of "a brood of children born knowing, able to stand and talk on the first day". Rowan's attempt to escape Lasher and his pursuit of her and their child take the reader around the globe, backward and forward through time, between human and demonic worlds.
Lasher – Anne Rice
Anna Rice has created this mesmerizing new novel, Lasher, bringing us magically again into the midst of the dynasty of witches The Brilliant and beautiful Rowan Mayfair, queen of the oven, and Lasher, the dark compelling demon whom she finds irresistible and from whose evil spell she must flee. She takes with her their terrifying and exquisite child, one of "a brood of children born knowing, able to stand and talk on the first day". Rowan's attempt to escape Lasher and his pursuit of her and their child take the reader around the globe, backward and forward through time, between human and demonic worlds.
Eldest (THE Inheritance Cycle #2) – Christopher Paolini
Darkness falls ...Despair abounds ...Evil reigns ...Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the mighty forces of King Galbatorix, cruel ruler of the Empire. Now Eragon must travel to Ellesmera, land of the elves, for further training in magic and swordsmanship, the vital skills of the Dragon Rider. It is the journey of a lifetime, filled with awe-inspiring new places and people, each day a fresh adventure. But chaos and betrayal plague him at every turn, and Eragon isn't sure whom he can trust. Meanwhile, his cousin Roran must fight a new battle back home in Carvahall - one that puts Eragon in even graver danger. Will the king's dark hand strangle all resistance? Eragon may not escape with even his life . A wonderful fantasy book.
Eldest (THE Inheritance Cycle #2) – Christopher Paolini
Darkness falls ...Despair abounds ...Evil reigns ...Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the mighty forces of King Galbatorix, cruel ruler of the Empire. Now Eragon must travel to Ellesmera, land of the elves, for further training in magic and swordsmanship, the vital skills of the Dragon Rider. It is the journey of a lifetime, filled with awe-inspiring new places and people, each day a fresh adventure. But chaos and betrayal plague him at every turn, and Eragon isn't sure whom he can trust. Meanwhile, his cousin Roran must fight a new battle back home in Carvahall - one that puts Eragon in even graver danger. Will the king's dark hand strangle all resistance? Eragon may not escape with even his life . A wonderful fantasy book.
Mao’s Last Dancer – Li Cun Xin
For everyone who has been fascinated by the grace of ballet dancers, here's a true story which details the sweat and tears which goes on before the big jumps and standing ovations. Li Cun Xin made it his life's dream to dream in the biggest stage ever, and as a result being deemed a traitor by his homeland. But with his hailing accomplishments in the world of ballet together with the revolution in China, his final dream to dance once more in his country will be fulfilled. A great read for the culture and live of a growing country.
Mao’s Last Dancer – Li Cun Xin
For everyone who has been fascinated by the grace of ballet dancers, here's a true story which details the sweat and tears which goes on before the big jumps and standing ovations. Li Cun Xin made it his life's dream to dream in the biggest stage ever, and as a result being deemed a traitor by his homeland. But with his hailing accomplishments in the world of ballet together with the revolution in China, his final dream to dance once more in his country will be fulfilled. A great read for the culture and live of a growing country.
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