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The Last Heir to Blackwood Library
Par Hester Fox. 2023
"Weaves a spell of darkness that&’s mysterious and magical, and binds it with a knot of deathless love." —New York Times bestselling…
author Susanna Kearsley on A Lullaby for WitchesIn post–World War I England, a young woman inherits a mysterious library and must untangle its powerful secrets…With the stroke of a pen, twenty-three-year-old Ivy Radcliffe becomes Lady Hayworth, owner of a sprawling estate on the Yorkshire moors. Ivy has never heard of Blackwood Abbey, or of the ancient bloodline from which she&’s descended. With nothing to keep her in London since losing her brother in the Great War, she warily makes her way to her new home.The abbey is foreboding, the servants reserved and suspicious. But there is a treasure waiting behind locked doors: a magnificent library. Despite cryptic warnings from the staff, Ivy feels irresistibly drawn to its dusty shelves, where familiar works mingle with strange, esoteric texts. And she senses something else in the library too, a presence that seems to have a will of its own. Rumors swirl in the village about the abbey&’s previous owners, about ghosts and curses, and an enigmatic manuscript at the center of it all. And as events grow more sinister, it will be up to Ivy to uncover the library&’s mysteries in order to reclaim her own story—before it vanishes forever.Lush, atmospheric and transporting, The Last Heir to Blackwood Library is a skillful reflection on memory and female agency, and a love letter to books from a writer at the height of her power.Don't miss Hester Fox's next novel, THE BOOK OF THORNS, where two sisters who never knew the other existed meet on opposite sides during the Napoleonic Wars and must use the magic of flowers to solve the mystery of their mother&’s death—while surviving the war raging around them...Look for these other gothic mysteries from Hester Fox: The Witch of Willow Hall The Widow of Pale Harbor The Orphan of Cemetery Hill A Lullaby for WitchesThe Witch of Willow Hall
Par Hester Fox. 2018
"Steeped in Gothic eeriness."--Nicola Cornick, USA Today bestselling authorIn Salem, they burned. Now, they will rise. New Oldbury, 1821The house…
holds its breath, trying to outlast me…Something has awakened in Willow Hall. Eighteen-year-old Lydia Montrose can feel it. But she has no idea what it is.Rocked by rumor and scandal, Lydia, her parents, and her sisters, Catherine and Emeline, fled their sparkling life in Boston for the sleepy country estate. But bone-chilling noises in the night have Lydia convinced their idyllic new home wasn&’t exactly vacant when they arrived.The Salem witch trials cast a long shadow over the Montrose family as the cloying heat of summer in Massachusetts mingles with something sinister in the air. The sprawling history of Willow Hall is no stranger to secrets, and its dark past soon calls to Lydia, igniting ancient magic she never knew she possessed. But with menacing forces unwilling to rest, threatening to tear her family apart, Lydia must learn to harness her newly discovered power or risk losing everyone she holds dear.Don't miss Hester Fox's next novel, THE BOOK OF THORNS, where two sisters who never knew the other existed meet on opposite sides during the Napoleonic Wars and must use the magic of flowers to solve the mystery of their mother&’s death—while surviving the war raging around them...Look for these other gothic mysteries from Hester Fox: The Last Heir to Blackwood Library The Widow of Pale Harbor The Orphan of Cemetery Hill A Lullaby for WitchesA Lullaby for Witches
Par Hester Fox. 2022
Two women. A history of witchcraft. And a deep-rooted female power that sings across the centuries.Once there was a young…
woman from a well-to-do New England family who never quite fit with the drawing rooms and parlors of her kin.Called instead to the tangled woods and wild cliffs surrounding her family&’s estate, Margaret Harlowe grew both stranger and more beautiful as she cultivated her uncanny power. Soon, whispers of &“witch&” dogged her footsteps, and Margaret&’s power began to wind itself with the tendrils of something darker.One hundred and fifty years later, Augusta Podos takes a dream job at Harlowe House, the historic home of a wealthy New England family that has been turned into a small museum in Tynemouth, Massachusetts. When Augusta stumbles across an oblique reference to a daughter of the Harlowes who has nearly been expunged from the historical record, the mystery is too intriguing to ignore.But as she digs deeper, something sinister unfurls from its sleep, a dark power that binds one woman to the other across lines of blood and time. If Augusta can&’t resist its allure, everything she knows and loves—including her very life—could be lost forever.Don't miss Hester Fox's next novel, THE BOOK OF THORNS, where two sisters who never knew the other existed meet on opposite sides during the Napoleonic Wars and must use the magic of flowers to solve the mystery of their mother&’s death—while surviving the war raging around them...Look for these other gothic mysteries from Hester Fox: The Last Heir to Blackwood Library The Witch of Willow Hall The Widow of Pale Harbor The Orphan of Cemetery HillDC Brave and Bold!: Female DC Super Heroes Take On the Universe
Par Sam Maggs. 2019
Meet the DC Universe's most incredible female Super Heroes!Who granted Wonder Woman her mighty superpowers? How does teenager Supergirl disguise…
her identity in public? And why can Vixen channel the power of any animal in the world?Discover the empowering stories of Batgirl, Bumblebee, Mera, Hawkgirl and many more. You'll be inspired to be brave and bold, just like them.With a foreword by Gail Simone, acclaimed, bestselling DC writer.All DC characters and elements © & (TM) DC Comics. (s19)DC Greatest Events
Par Stephen Wiacek. 2022
The sagas and stories that shook the DC Multiverse.Explore the main events that have shaped and reshaped the DC Multiverse.…
From the groundbreaking debuts of Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman to "The Flash of Two Worlds," from Crisis on Infinite Earths to The Death and Return of Superman, and from DC Comics: The New 52 to Infinite Frontier, DC Greatest Events delves into the epic crises, iconic battles, and unforgettable milestones that have reinvented and refreshed DC Comics. Expert essays reveal the context, connections, and consequences of more than 80 pivotal events, showcasing crossover series and timelines, brought to vivid life through stunning artwork and presented in a sumptuous coffee-table format. Across DC Comics' celebrated 80-year history, these are the moments that matter, the stories that made a difference.All DC characters and elements © & ™ DC Comics. (s22)Dragon World (Mythical Worlds)
Par Tamara Macfarlane. 2021
Immerse yourself in the rich, fascinating history of dragons in this illustrated gift ebook.Meet the fire-breathing beasts of mythology in…
this beautifully illustrated ebook brimming with scaled behemoths.Lurking in every corner of the earth, from the deepest depths of the oceans, to the tips of the tallest mountains, even tucked beneath the very ground that you tread on, dragons watch and wait. They take many forms--sea monsters, serpents, wild cats, eagles, and they represent many different things; Gods to be revered, evil kings to be feared, wise friends, and fierce foes. So, when you accidentally step on a sinewy vine and it whips out from under your feet, or invisible forces gently fan warm air across your face, or the acrid smell of cinders pokes at the back of your throat, how will you know whether to stand and wonder, or run and hide?Dragons have breathed fire into our minds since we could first imagine, but why do they exist in stories from every land in the world? Come in and explore Dragon World. Look into their lairs while they make shape-shifting mischief, playing with the weather and protecting earthly treasures. Soar across continents into tales as old as time. Prowl through the pages to discover rare dragon species. Find clues to track them and master how to draw them. Behold the earthly dragons of today!Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker The Galactic Guide
Par Matt Jones, Dk. 2019
Save the galaxy from the dark side!Packed with facts from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, this book is perfect…
for young kids who want to join their heroes - Rey, Poe, and Finn - on their thrilling adventures in the galaxy far, far away....Discover more about the latest Resistance recruits, including historian Beaumont Kin and a cute droid named D-O. Find out how Rey has been training to become a stronger Jedi and what the heroes have been up to since The Last Jedi.Try to escape Supreme Leader Kylo Ren and his fearsome followers - the Knights of Ren. Marvel at the First Order's latest vehicles, including the TIE whisper and the treadspeeder. Uncover the secrets of the Sith troopers and learn more about their terrifying weapons.Illustrated with action-packed images from the hit movie and accompanied by fun, easy-to-read text, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker: The Galactic Guide is the perfect book for younglings who are desperate to find out more about the final episode of the Skywalker saga. © & TM 2019 LUCASFILM LTD.DK Reader Level 2 DC How Fast is The Flash? (DK Readers Level 2)
Par Victoria Armstrong. 2022
Can you keep up with the Fastest Man Alive? Barry Allen might just look like a scientist, but he&’s really The…
Flash™! Discover how he uses his superhuman speed to save Central City from Super-Villains, and meet his Justice League™ friends. Packed with fun facts, exciting color images, simple vocabulary, and a fun quiz this Level 2 non-fiction reader will engage young fans of DC Super Heroes and help them build confidence in reading. ™ & DC Comics. (s21)Who will win this Super Hero vs super-villain showdown?The Joker and his fiendish friends are causing trouble, but Batman and…
his Super Hero allies are ready for battle. Which team will be the winner?Read about amazing Super Heroes and wicked super-villains. Discover their awesome powers and accessories. Decide who comes out on top in each battle, including Batman vs Poison Ivy, The Flash vs Captain Cold, and Firestorm vs Firefly.©2020 The LEGO Group.™ & © DC Comics. (s20)Marvel Encyclopedia, New Edition
Par Stephen Wiacek, Dk, Stan Lee, Adam Bray. 2019
Discover the essential facts about Marvel Comics&’ timeless heroes such as Captain America, Spider-Man, and Iron Man and villains like…
Thanos, Loki, and Kingpin. Keep up with the ever-expanding Marvel Universe with the new edition of DK&’s best-selling Marvel Encyclopedia, featuring an introduction by Marvel Comics supremo Stan Lee. Updated and expanded, this definitive Who&’s Who of Marvel Comics reveals vital info and secret histories of more than 1200 classic and brand new Marvel characters, and provides the lowdown on recent key events including Civil War 2, Secret Empire, and Infinity Countdown.Marvel Encyclopedia features:- Authoritative, Marvel-approved text for more than 1,200 Marvel characters.- Most comprehensive reference guide to Marvel Comics characters on the market, from iconic heroes and villains to a multitude of lesser-known, supporting characters- Lavishly illustrated format will appeal to both Marvel Comics aficionados and more casual fans- A to Z and ranked presentation of characters provides an accessible framework, which is supported with an extensive index- Contains new entries for more than 20 charactersFrom iconic teams such as the Avengers, X-Men, and Guardians of the Galaxy to fan favorites Black Panther, Deadpool, and Captain Marvel to rising stars Amadeus Cho, Squirrel Girl and the Exiles, every significant Marvel character is showcased with the latest comic artwork. Meticulously researched, expertly written, and stunningly illustrated, the Marvel Encyclopedia boasts newly commissioned cover art by one of Marvel&’s hottest up-and-coming talents. This unique, in-depth, and accessible encyclopedia is an indispensable guide to Marvel Comics that devoted fans and newcomers alike will return to time and again.© 2020 MARVELBatman The Ultimate Guide New Edition
Par Matthew K. Manning. 2021
Traces Batman's entire career, with full details of his incredible adventures and battles, his allies, loves, and formidable array of…
enemies.DC's Dark Knight first emerged from the shadows in the pages of Detective Comics in 1939, when young Bruce Waye vowed to avenge his parents' murder and fight for justice in crime-ridden, corrupt Gotham City. Includes information on the Dark Knight, including how he was created and evolved over the decades, this in-world celebration of DC's most popular Super Hero explores his motives and drives, his incredible array of weapons and vehicles, his "family" of allies, and his formidable rogues gallery, including The Joker, Catwoman, Harley Quinn, The Riddler, Penguin, Bane, Scarecrow, Killer Croc, and many more. This definitive volume brings Batman's thrilling story right up to date with full details of his exploits in recent DC storylines such as Rebirth, Dark Nights: Metal and Dark Nights: Death Metal. Featuring a detailed timeline of key events in the life of Bruce Wayne aka Batman, Batman: The Ultimate Guide is packed with spectacular full-color artwork from the original comics and is a dream purchase for the Dark Knight's legion of fans all over the world.DC Comics Ultimate Character Guide, New Edition
Par Melanie Scott, Dk. 2019
Is Superman the strongest Super Hero alive? Where is Wonder Woman from? Is Darkseid the most evil Super-Villain ever? Who…
is the fastest man alive? Who are Batman's allies?Have to know the answers to these questions? Look no further than the DC Comics Ultimate Character Guide: New Edition. Written by DC Comics experts, this illustrated encyclopedia features more than 200 incredible characters and Super Hero teams, including Batman, Harley Quinn, Justice League, and so many more.The DC Comics Universe changed forever following their epic Rebirth event, and so did the characters. This comprehensive guide covers the latest key story lines for each character and includes stunning new images from the comics. It is also packed full of vital statistics and explains each character's super powers, from indestructibility to sorcery.The DC Comics Ultimate Character Guide: New Edition is guaranteed to enthral fans for hours on end.TM & © DC Comics.Marvel The Way of the Warrior: Marvel's Mightiest Martial Artists
Par Alan Cowsill. 2021
Is Shang-Chi Marvel's ultimate fighter?Discover the fighting styles, training techniques, and secret disciplines of Marvel Comics' mighty martial artists and…
hand-to-hand combatants. From disciples of Eastern combat tactics and mixed martial arts to superpowered street fighters and deadly weapons masters, this book pulls no punches in revealing Marvel's ultimate warriors.Learn about the distinctive skills, expertise, and classic clashes of Marvel's most lethal martial artists. They are all here, beautifully illustrated with original comic art: Shang-Chi, Iron Fist, Elektra, Daredevil, Taskmaster, Gamora, Karnak, Black Widow, Bullseye, Master Izo, Fat Cobra, Steel Serpent, Mantis and many more.This is the Way of the Warrior.© 2020 MARVELExplore the fabled myths and epic legends of the vast and vibrant Marvel Universe.Visit the dawn of time to witness…
the birth of the Celestials and their warring creations, the Eternals and Deviants. Discover the pantheons of Thor, the Asgardians, and their Olympian rivals. Wonder at the arcane origins of Doctor Strange, the Sorcerer Supreme. Behold the new and ancient gods of Wakanda and the Black Panthers. Celebrate the rise of Atlantis and its royal protector Namor, the Sub-Mariner.These are the spectacular sagas and mythic tales that define and underpin the Marvel Universe.© 2020 MARVELThe Periodic Table of DC
Par Dk. 2023
Discover the elemental properties and explosive reactions of iconic DC characters From Superman, whose powers are enhanced by Earth's…
yellow sun; to The Flash, imbued with the Speed Force; and from Batman's superior human abilities to the mystically empowered Wonder Woman, not to mention the criminal genius of Lex Luthor and The Joker; the DC universe comprises a vast and varied array of heroes and villains. Whether Atlantean or Amazonian, magical or elemental, technologically augmented or genetically evolved, key and lesser-known DC characters are expertly classified in The Periodic Table of DC to illuminate the properties that bind them, the catalysts that created them, the active agents that energize them, and the fundamental forces that underpin the DC Multiverse.With more than 130 character profiles written by a DC expert, beautiful comic book art, and DC&’s seal of approval, The Periodic Table of DC reveals the fascinating and astonishing connections between the most extraordinary heroes and villains ever created.The Shards: A novel
Par Bret Easton Ellis. 2023
NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER • A novel of sensational literary and psychological suspense from the best-selling author of Less Than Zero…
and American Psycho that tracks a group of privileged high school friends in a vibrantly fictionalized 1980s Los Angeles as a serial killer strikes across the city&“A thrilling page turner from Ellis, who revisits the world that made him a literary star with a stylish scary new story that doesn't disappoint.&” –Town & CountryBret Easton Ellis&’s masterful new novel is a story about the end of innocence, and the perilous passage from adolescence into adulthood, set in a vibrantly fictionalized Los Angeles in 1981 as a serial killer begins targeting teenagers throughout the city.Seventeen-year-old Bret is a senior at the exclusive Buckley prep school when a new student arrives with a mysterious past. Robert Mallory is bright, handsome, charismatic, and shielding a secret from Bret and his friends even as he becomes a part of their tightly knit circle. Bret&’s obsession with Mallory is equaled only by his increasingly unsettling preoccupation with the Trawler, a serial killer on the loose who seems to be drawing ever closer to Bret and his friends, taunting them—and Bret in particular—with grotesque threats and horrific, sharply local acts of violence. The coincidences are uncanny, but they are also filtered through the imagination of a teenager whose gifts for constructing narrative from the filaments of his own life are about to make him one of the most explosive literary sensations of his generation. Can he trust his friends—or his own mind—to make sense of the danger they appear to be in? Thwarted by the world and by his own innate desires, buffeted by unhealthy fixations, he spirals into paranoia and isolation as the relationship between the Trawler and Robert Mallory hurtles inexorably toward a collision. Set against the intensely vivid and nostalgic backdrop of pre-Less Than Zero L.A., The Shards is a mesmerizing fusing of fact and fiction, the real and the imagined, that brilliantly explores the emotional fabric of Bret&’s life at seventeen—sex and jealousy, obsession and murderous rage. Gripping, sly, suspenseful, deeply haunting, and often darkly funny, The Shards is Ellis at his inimitable best.She Who Watches: A Novel (The mcallister Files Ser. #4)
Par Patricia H. Rushford, Harrison James. 2006
A senator's family has been threatened--and now one of them is missing. Can Mac and Dana find Sara before it's…
too late?The senator had raised this niece as his own daughter. So when she doesn't return home and her abandoned car is found in a parking garage, it alarms not only the family but law enforcement agencies throughout the Northwest. The only clue: a set of menacing letters sent to the senator's office. Now it's up to Oregon state police officers Mac McAllister and Dana Bennett and their team to find a lead . . . or to find Sara . . . before they find her dead.The case will be made harder because not only must they share evidence with the FBI but navigate stand-offs between the government, Native American tribal customs, political pride, family intrigue . . . and even their own hearts. Meanwhile, two questions loom that, if answered, could provide the missing link in their investigation: First, is Sara a victim, or a dissatisfied wife who has run away? And second, is politics being used to mask a sordid truth, or has someone's passion for a cause possibly led them to violence?Magic Can Be Murder
Par Vivian Vande Velde. 2009
&“[A] lighthearted mystery . . . Kids who like mystery and fantasy and fans of television&’s Sabrina, about a teenage witch, will like…
this&” (Booklist). Nola&’s not much of a witch—she can work only a few useless spells, like the one that lets her spy on people. But there&’s no spell for keeping her crazy mother—who hears voices and is a magnet for witch-hunters—out of trouble. The two flee from town to town until the day Nola witnesses a murder. Which is bad enough, but worse is that the murderer may frame Nola and her mother for the crime. And then no amount of magic will save her. And you think your teenage years are tough . . . &“Dialogue is fast and funny, the characters evincing a certain human desperation that makes them (the good guys, anyway) unfailingly sympathetic. Introduce Rowling fans to Vande Velde, and watch them make magic.&” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children&’s Books &“Vande Velde has produced a winner in this fantasy mystery . . . [Fans] will not be disappointed in this funny and charming story, which will attract mystery and romance lovers as well.&” —VOYA &“Vande Velde&’s offering throws murder, witchcraft, and romance into the brew . . . The well-developed characters provide entertaining reading.&” —School Library Journal &“Fun and suspense for readers . . . Entertaining.&” —Publishers Weekly &“The story moves from a witch&’s tale of many spells, to a murder mystery, and finally, a love story . . . Amusing, light reading.&” —Kliatt &“An entertaining fantasy for any reader.&” —SF SiteMarvel Greatest Comics: 100 Comics that Built a Universe
Par Melanie Scott, Stephen Wiacek. 2020
100 Marvel comics that built a universe.Which comic books have helped define Marvel Comics and make them the pop-culture phenomenon…
they are today? Find out in Marvel Greatest Comics, a compelling showcase of some of the most trailblazing and inspiring comic books ever created. From the groundbreaking original Human Torch and his aquatic adversary Namor, the Sub-Mariner in 1939 to the game-changing 1960s Super Hero icons such as Spider-Man, the Avengers, and the Fantastic Four, to smart modern makeovers in the 21st century like Guardians of the Galaxy and Squirrel Girl, Marvel have set the pace.This book's specially curated and expertly appraised selection is a stunningly illustrated and insightful assessment of Marvel Comics and its legacy through the comics that made the company great. These are the comics that changed the face of an industry. These are Marvel's greatest comics.© 2020 MARVELHer Guardian Shifter
Par Karen Whiddon. 2017
Some boundaries are made to be crossed A rare Vedjorn bear shifter, Eric Mikkelson lives on his own terms. So allying…
with wolf shifters, even gorgeous Julia Jacobs, bristles his loner instincts. But Eric must protect his infant son from the dangerous shifter cult stalking him. However, keeping JJ at arm's length proves nearly impossible. She gets under Eric's skin, exposing them to new risks as their staggering attraction defies Pack laws, and JJ's own dark secrets fester between them. When the safe haven of their shifter-friendly town is violated, lying low is no longer an option. Julia and Eric must embrace the power of their inner beasts, even if it means sacrificing their forbidden bond.