Set against the backdrop of Nazi-occupied Paris in 1940, two sisters, Justine and Eve Beaufort, face the harrowing realities of war as they are torn apart by circumstances beyond their control. As their lives diverge in a city filled with danger and uncertainty, the narrative explores themes of loss, resilience, and the enduring bond of family. The sisters' struggle to reunite amidst the chaos of conflict raises poignant questions about survival and the hope of finding each other again.
A heartbreaking World War 2 novel that tells the story of two women's fight for love, family and hope, as the world crumbles around them. Based on the true story of the Kindertransport rescue from Nazi-occupied Europe. Berlin, 1936. The Landau family are at the heart of their community, running a music shop in Berlin and just trying to survive. But their lives are unravelling as Hitler's power increases and the treatment of Jewish families deteriorates. Eldest daughter, Rachel, fears for her sisters' future and will do anything she can to keep them safe. Will she find hope in the darkness? Paris, 1936. As whispers of war travel over from Europe, American debutante Kay escapes her mother's grasp and travels as a reluctant spy from Paris to Berlin. But a chance meeting with the Landau family will change her life forever. Kay is determined to give Rachel and her sisters a fighting chance in a society where the youngest are paying the ultimate price, even if it means making dangerous enemies along the way... As the world marches toward war, these brave women will find strength in joining forces to save the ones they love. But they will need the support of one another more than they will ever realise in order to survive... A gripping and heart-wrenching historical novel about hope, tragedy and two women's limitless courage. Perfect for fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, The Nightingale and My Name is Eva.
In a gripping tale of love and survival, two women vie for the affection of a man, leading to a life-altering confrontation. As tensions escalate, secrets unravel, revealing the depth of their connections and the stakes of their rivalry. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the consequences of passion, culminating in a fateful night that will determine who emerges alive and who holds the true key to his heart.
Set against the backdrop of the holiday season, a woman is determined to rescue the man she loves, highlighting themes of love, sacrifice, and hope. As Christmas approaches, she faces challenges that test her resolve and commitment. The story explores the emotional depths of relationships and the lengths one will go to for love, intertwining festive spirit with heartfelt drama.
In dieser Anthologie erzählen bekannte US-Autorinnen von exquisiten erotischen Begegnungen, darunter ein Liebespaar, das Rollenspiele entdeckt, ein Vampir mit neuen Gelüsten und eine Frau, die in Tokio ein sinnliches Abenteuer erlebt. Provokant und spannend, verspricht die Sammlung aufregende Geschichten.
Mladičká Kathlene se ocitne ve vážném ohrožení, protože její otec je obviněn v souvislosti se smrtí japonského prince. Má-li nevinná dívka přežít, musí okamžitě zmizet beze stopy. Jedinou nadějí je ukrýt se ve škole pro budoucí gejši. Tam se Kathlene pod černou parukou učí umění dokonalé slasti. Její výjimečná krása však vzbudí nechtěnou pozornost...
A covert agent for the FBI's top secret Theta Agency, blonde bombshell Breezy Malone, using her body and her special skills in order to find an ancient artifact, must make a two-timing terrorist beg for mercy, while showing a mysterious agent named One-Eyed Jack who is in control.
This abridged version of the final volume of Ba Jins famous trilogy, adhering closely to the original novel, details the conflicts leading to the decline of the venerable Gao family. Over three generations, young activists rebel against a corrupt and feudal society complete with all the growing pains such a revolution ushering in a modern China entails. Suitable for intermediate students of Chinese with a 2,000 word vocabulary, this is a great aid in reading the original novels. New words and notes are explained in English, and each text comes with MP3 to assist in listening comprehension.
This abridged version of the middle volume of Ba Jins famous trilogy, adhering closely to the original novel, details the conflicts leading to the decline of the venerable Gao family. Over three generations, young activists rebel against a corrupt and feudal society complete with all the growing pains such a revolution ushering in a modern China entails. Suitable for intermediate students of Chinese with a 2,000 word vocabulary, this is a great aid in reading the original novels. New words and notes are explained in English, and each text comes with MP3 to assist in listening comprehension.
