![]() ![]() Hailed by critics as animating "the grand sweep and the intimate details that bring the distant past vividly to life" (Economist) in a way that makes "your hair stand on end" (Christian Science Monitor) and spanning nearly a thousand years of history, this "highly informative, highly readable" (Dallas Morning News) work examines not just how we think of ancient Rome but challenges the comfortable historical perspectives that have existed for centuries. In SPQR, an instant classic, Mary Beard narrates the history of Rome "with passion and without technical jargon" and demonstrates how "a slightly shabby Iron Age village" rose to become the "undisputed hegemon of the Mediterranean" (Wall Street Journal). New York Times Bestseller - National Book Critics Circle Finalist - Wall Street Journal Best Books of 2015 - Kirkus Reviews Best Books of 2015 - Economist Books of the Year 2015 - New York Times Book Review 100 Notable Books of 2015 A sweeping, "magisterial" history of the Roman Empire from one of our foremost classicists shows why Rome remains "relevant to people many centuries later" (Atlantic). ![]()
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![]() ![]() It sounds like a perfect summer read, light and fluffy with a good dose of drama and a lot of romance. I love the idea of a romance between two students, and the fact that Jaewoo is a member of a K-pop band. When she meets mysterious, handsome Jaewoo in her uncle’s Los Angeles karaoke bar, it’s clear he’s the kind of boy who would uproot her careful plans. ![]() It intrigued me, since Fairyloot usually matches up to my reading tastes quite well, and so I decided to check out the synopsis. XOXO by Axie Oh Pub Date: Jby HarperTeen Amazon Goodreads StoryGraph Bookshop SYNOPSIS Cello prodigy Jenny has one goal: to get into a prestigious music conservatory. Why do I want to read it? I first heard about this book a few months back, when Fairyloot were doing signed pre-orders for the novel. ![]() When a relationship means throwing Jenny’s life off the path she’s spent years mapping out, she’ll have to decide once and for all just how much she’s willing to risk for love. He’s a member of one of the biggest K-pop bands in the world-and he’s strictly forbidden from dating. Three months later, when Jenny and her mother arrive in South Korea to take care of her ailing grandmother, she’s shocked to discover that Jaewoo is a student at the same elite arts academy where she’s enrolled for the semester. ![]() But in a moment of spontaneity, she allows him to pull her out of her comfort zone for one unforgettable night of adventure…before he disappears without a word. What is it about: Cello prodigy Jenny has one goal: to get into a prestigious music conservatory. ![]() ![]() In this spectacular sixth book in the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series, Sophie must uncover the truth about the Lost Cities’ insidious past, before it repeats itself and changes reality. Keeper of the Lost cities: Nightfall, the 6th book in the installment. And with time running out, and mistakes catching up with them, Sophie and her allies must join forces in ways they never have before. ![]() The problems they’re facing stretch deep into their history. But nothing can prepare them for what they discover. ![]() Maybe even time for Sophie to trust her enemies.Īll paths lead to Nightfall-an ominous door to an even more ominous place-and Sophie and her friends strike a dangerous bargain to get there. ![]() ![]() The Neverseen have had their victories-but the battle is far from over. Nightfall, Volume 6 - (Keeper of the Lost Cities) by Shannon Messenger (Paperback) 8.49When purchased online In Stock Add to cart About this item Specifications Dimensions (Overall): 7.6 Inches (H) x 5.1 Inch (W) x 2.2 Inch (D) Weight: 1. Nightfall Book 6 of Keeper of the Lost Cities By Shannon Messenger Trade Paperback LIST PRICE 9.99 PRICE MAY VARY BY RETAILER Get a FREE ebook by joining our mailing list today Plus, receive recommendations and exclusive offers on all of your favorite books and authors from Simon & Schuster. But she knows one thing: she will not be defeated. ![]() ![]() ![]() Then came Aftermath: Life Debt – a breath of fresh air after the stagnant first entry. Any forward progress after Return of the Jedi was impeded and replaced by the introduction to new characters that – let’s be honest – none of us wanted or cared about. The big problem with the original Aftermath was that Wendig seems to have been given so many constraints in his storytelling due to its proximity to the release of The Force Awakens that the story felt stunted at best. As I mentioned in my review for Aftermath: Life Debt, I didn’t hate the first book as some did, but I certainly found it lacking. The Aftermath trilogy has found success where most have failed – each sequel is significantly better than the last.Īftermath: Empire’s End is a rare jewel to be sure. I am happy to say that fans can rest easy. ![]() Sequels to a book or film usually just don’t measure up to the original – and with the mixed reception of the first book in the trilogy – many fans were hoping for the opposite trend with the follow-up entries in Wendig’s Aftermath trilogy. If you find yourself in one of these two categories then this review is for you. ![]() Or maybe you read the first one and you are apprehensive about the sequels as you discovered disappointment more than delight in Aftermath. ![]() Author Chuck Wendig just concluded his post- Return of the Jedi book trilogy with Empire’s End, and now that all the books are out – you may be wondering if they are worth taking the time to read. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() “One of the funniest books of the year has arrived, a delicious, ambitious Hollywood satire.” Club, Lit Hub, Woman’s Day, The Rumpus, Thrillist, and more. Named a Most Anticipated Book by: Entertainment Weekly, Time Magazine, The A.V. Playful but heartfelt, a send-up of Hollywood tropes and Asian stereotypes– Interior Chinatown is Charles Yu’s most moving, daring, and masterful novel yet. Or is it?Īfter stumbling into the spotlight, Willis finds himself launched into a wider world than he’s ever known, discovering not only the secret history of Chinatown, but the buried legacy of his own family, and what that means for him, in today’s America. but he dreams of being Kung Fu Guy–the highest aspiration he can imagine for a Chinatown denizen. ![]() Every day, he leaves his tiny room in a Chinatown SRO and enters the Golden Palace restaurant, where Black and White, a procedural cop show, is in perpetual production. ![]() Willis Wu doesn’t perceive himself as a protagonist even in his own life: he’s merely Generic Asian Man. PBS NEWSHOUR / NEW YORK TIMES BOOK CLUB PICKįrom the infinitely inventive author of How to Live Safely in a Science Fictional Universe comes a deeply personal novel about race, pop culture, immigration, assimilation, and escaping the roles we are forced to play. ![]() ![]() ![]() The cast of supporting characters, as well as the personality differences between Luc and Oliver, make for some really entertaining consideration of the foibles and humanity of humans. And this comedy creates a lovely balance with what is, at the end of the day, an extremely heavy love story.īecause a massive part of the draw for me, personally, is Hall’s writing style, I think it’s important to give you a taste. The voice is Luc’s, and it’s a sort of resigned-to-the-ridiculous hilarious that brings the book to life. Name that nobody else uses (when the LI uses the full name and everybody else uses the nickname…sigh)Īnd part of the appeal is Hall’s writing.Found family (friends who’ve got your back no matter what).One bed (sleepovers make it look real dontchaknow).Opposites attract (hot mess + perfectly together pairing). ![]() ![]() ![]() I also liked to see that he had high standards and always tried to do the right thing and help others. We know Grant helps out with Bow Street Runners, so it was fun to see him in his element trying to solve a mystery. It was easy to see how someone as rough and cautious as Grant would fall for someone like Jocelyn. Yet, she had a lot of depth and strength. ![]() I liked Jocelyn quite a bit, I loved that she was a happy person, quick to smile. I have also been very curious about what kind of woman could get through to him, and Jocelyn Fairly was a perfect match. ![]() He definitely has reasons for his many walls and my heart broke for him at times. I loved that we finally got to see things from his POV and learn his story and what makes him tick. He is loyal to his family, even if at times he doesn't seem to like them much. I have been so curious about Grant since the beginning, he's so untouchable, grumpy and mysterious. Hatch does an excellent job having each book focus on a certain couple, but still have previous characters play a role without taking over the story. I actually started this series with book two and then went back and read the first book. I love that each book can stand on its own, but characters are referenced in each others books, which helps to connect everything together. I love the characters, setting and writing. I love the Rogue Heart series, it's probably one of my all time favorite series. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Her Royal Madness, Yunyu, has produced a stunning single, Angel Arias, written to compliment de Pierres’ first young adult dark fantasy novel, Burn Bright.īruce Moyle and David Quinn from CoolShite will interview them and play Yunyu’s single in a world premiere. On March 7th at 8pm AEST, tune in to to join the live podcast interview with genius wordsmith Marianne de Pierres and Yunyu on the eve of their dual book and single release. 14 February 2011 Tags: * Burn * Bright * Angel * Arias * collaboration * Random * house * trailer * teaser * sneak * peak * bats * Torment * Fallen * Lauren * Kate * House * Australia * Books * Reading * Teens * Teenage * P Yunyu Angel Arias/Burn Bright Premiere on & a 1Minute Sneak Peak of the single ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() At home, this makes for a lonely existence, since no one in her family wants her anywhere near them lest they start to look old or plain. ![]() But because she has no such "gifts," Annie is not only ordinary in every way, her very presence disenchants those around her. Apparently, fairy-tale characters are only perpetually lovely and charming and talented because they've been enchanted. Baker fleshes out nicely in this middle-grades book. Why? Because her overcautious parents, freaked out by the curse put on their firstborn, asked another fairy to ensure that their younger child would be resistant to magic.This is a great premise, which E. A very clever retelling of Sleeping Beauty from the POV of her younger sister, who doesn't fall asleep after her older sibling pricks her finger on the spindle. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() But when Mama’s drag cabaret becomes the next victim in the wave of gentrification that’s taking over the neighborhood, Harley’s fortune takes another turn. And when Gotham’s finest drag queen, Mama, takes her in, it seems like Harley has finally found a place to grow into her most “true true” with new best friend Ivy at Gotham High. ![]() She’s not worried, though-she’s battled a lot of hard situations as a kid, and knows her determination and outspokenness will carry her through life in the most dangerous city in the world. With just five dollars and a knapsack to her name, 15-year-old Harleen Quinzel is sent to live in Gotham City. ![]() |