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Bruce's Story (Sweet Valley High Super Stars #2)
by Francine PascalA Grand Prize ... The license plates on Bruce Patman's Porsche read 1BRUCE1, and that's exactly how he thinks of himself--as Number One. Handsome and arrogant, Bruce is used to getting everything he wants. Bruce's cousin Roger, who lives with the Patman family, is nothing like Bruce. The boys have only one thing in common--their grandfather, who is one of the richest men in California. A shrewd, hardworking businessman, Mr. Patman decides to set up a contest between Bruce and Roger. The winner will inherit the grandfather's entire estate. The war is on-and Bruce will do anything to win!
Bruch und Verwandlung: Studien zum Erzählwerk Aharon Appelfelds (Studien zu Literatur und Religion / Studies on Literature and Religion #9)
by Lukas PallitschDie vorliegende Arbeit nimmt ihren Ausgangspunkt beim Erzählwerk des israelischen Schriftstellers Aharon Appelfeld (1932-2018), in dessen Zentrum die Figur des flüchtenden Überlebenden steht. Entgegen der bisherigen Tendenz, Appelfelds Romane autobiographisch und fast ausschließlich vor dem Hintergrund der Schoa zu lesen, wird das Werk in einer dreifachen Weise hinsichtlich Raum, Zeit und Erzählform perspektiviert. Das bedeutet zugleich, die Erzähltexte in einen erzähltheoretischen, biblischen und theologischen Kontext zu rücken, der helfen kann, einen tieferen Aufschluss über die Verwobenheit von Religion und Literatur zu geben, die in diesem Fall im Narrativ des Exodus kulminiert.
Bruciata Due Volte
by Jan Coffey May McGoldrickUn segreto sepolto. Un fratello condannato. Una corsa contro il tempo per scoprire la verità… prima che sia troppo tardi. FINALISTA AL PREMIO RWA RITA VINCITORE DEL PREMIO DAPHNE DU MAURIER PER L'ECCELLENZA FINALISTA AL PREMIO NAZIONALE PER LA SCELTA DEI LETTORI Un uomo attende l'esecuzione per un omicidio che non ha commesso. . . Una donna torna in un luogo di scandalo e di morte per salvare suo fratello. . . I segreti che ribollono in una piccola città stanno per divampare in una fiammata di sospetti e punizioni mortali. ... Vent'anni fa, Lea e Ted Hardy tornarono a casa da scuola e trovarono i loro genitori morti, vittime di un omicidio-suicidio. Lea si lascia alle spalle la piccola città di Stonybrook e i ricordi dolorosi. Ma Ted non riesce a sfuggire al passato. Sposando la figlia viziata della famiglia più importante di Stonybrook, inizia una nuova vita... finché non scopre dei segreti che portano alla morte della moglie e delle figlie. E all'accusa di omicidio. Ora, condannato e in procinto di essere giustiziato, Ted ha perso le speranze. Poi Lea riceve lettere anonime che proclamano l'innocenza di Ted. Determinata a salvare suo fratello, deve tornare in una città che nutre un desiderio feroce di vedere Ted morire ... portando con sé segreti a lungo sepolti. Disperata, Lea si rivolge a Mick Conklin, un uomo da cui è profondamente attratta ma di cui non può fidarsi completamente. Ha bisogno di un alleato, ora più che mai. Perché la miccia è stata accesa e il fuoco della verità sta per far esplodere Stonybrook.
Bruggil's Bride
by Robert F. YoungShe came off the Androids, Inc., production line in September, 2241. She was five feet, seven inches tall, weighed 135 pounds, had flaxen hair and pale blue eyes. Her built-in batteries were guaranteed for ten years, her tapes were authentic Kirsten Flagstad, and her name was Isolde. Robert F. Young was a Hugo nominated author known for his lyrical and sentimental prose. His work appeared in Amazing Stories, Fantastic Stories, Startling Stories, Playboy, The Saturday Evening Post, Collier&’s, Galaxy Magazine, and Analog Science Fact & Fiction.
Bruh Rabbit and the Tar Baby Girl
by Virginia HamiltonBruh Rabbit may indeed have met his match when he comes across a tar baby in the middle of the road. The baby's deaf, dumb and blind attitude infuriates the plucky trickster, just as Wolf planned! When Bruh Rabbit gets entangled in the tar baby's sticky embrace, has he finally been foiled by his long-time enemy? Certainly not, if Wolf falls for Bruh Rabbit's clever reverse-psychology and flings the wily rabbit into the briar patch.
Bruised
by Tanya Boteju&“A searing portrait of self-discovery; soulful and captivating.&” —Kirkus Reviews Whip It meets We Are Okay in this vibrant coming-of-age story about a teen girl navigating first love, identity, and grief as she immerses herself in the colorful, brutal, beautiful world of roller derby—from the acclaimed author of Kings, Queens, and In-Betweens.To Daya Wijesinghe, a bruise is a mixture of comfort and control. Since her parents died in an accident she survived, bruises have become a way to keep her pain on the surface of her skin so she doesn&’t need to deal with the ache deep in her heart. So when chance and circumstances bring her to a roller derby bout, Daya is hooked. Yes, the rules are confusing and the sport seems to require the kind of teamwork and human interaction Daya generally avoids. But the opportunities to bruise are countless, and Daya realizes that if she&’s going to keep her emotional pain at bay, she&’ll need all the opportunities she can get. The deeper Daya immerses herself into the world of roller derby, though, the more she realizes it&’s not the simple physical pain-fest she was hoping for. Her rough-and-tumble teammates and their fans push her limits in ways she never imagined, bringing Daya to big truths about love, loss, strength, and healing.
Bruised
by Vincent DiamondIt's the last semester of vet school for David Livingston, and he's loving his job at a Thoroughbred farm. He loves the mares, he loves the foals, he loves the stallions, and, uh oh, he's starting to fall for the farm's charismatic owner, Marcus too. It's all very confusing for a guy who's never been interested in another man before.When Marcus takes a tumble from a horse, it's up to David to help him out, but it's almost too much for David to handle. Stitching up Marcus's wound is challenging enough, but can David control his feelings too? Find out who getsBruised.
Bruised Hibiscus
by Elizabeth NunezThe year is 1954. A white woman’s body, stuffed in a coconut bag, has washed ashore in Otatiti, Trinidad, and the British colony is rife with rumors. In two homes, one in a distant shantytown, the other on the outskirts of a former sugar cane estate, two women hear the news and their blood runs cold. Rosa, the white daughter of a landowner, and Zuela, the adopted “daughter” of a Chinese shop owner used to play together as girls—and witnessed something terrible behind a hibiscus bush many years ago.
Bruised Spirits: Historical Mystery (Daisy Gumm Majesty Mystery #10)
by Alice DuncanIt's 1924 and spiritualist-medium Daisy Gumm bands with friends Flossie and Harold to help Lily Bannister, whose abusive husband nearly killed her.Meanwhile, Mrs. Pinkerton--Daisy's best client--is in a tizzy, insisting Daisy use her spiritualist talent to end the engagement between her daughter and a most unsuitable man.To Daisy's surprise, the two cases collide, catching her in the middle. Can she prove Lily's husband and Mrs. P's soon-to-be-son-in-law are in cahoots with nefarious human traffickers... before it's too late?PRAISE for THE DAISY GUMM MAJESTY MYSTERIES"Well plotted with a band of whimsical characters and genuine humor... as comforting as a warm mug of cocoa on a blustery day." ~Diane Morasco, RT Book ReviewsThe year is 1924 and spiritualist-medium Daisy Gumm bands with friends Flossie and Harold to help Lily Bannister, whose abusive husband nearly killed her. Meanwhile, Mrs. Pinkerton-Daisy's best client-is in a tizzy, insisting Daisy use her spiritualist talent to end the engagement between her daughter and a most unsuitable man. To Daisy's surprise, the two cases collide, catching her in the middle. Can she prove Lily's husband and Mrs. P's soon-to-be-son-in-law are in cahoots with nefarious human traffickers... before it's too late?Critique: "Bruised Spirits" is the tenth volume in author Alice Duncan's "Daisey Gumm Majesty Mystery" series. A truly gifted writer who has proven herself a master of the mystery/suspense genre, Alice Duncan's "Bruised Spirits" is another uncompromisingly entertaining read from cover to cover and will prove to be an enduringly popular and highly prized addition to community library Mystery/Suspense collections. It should be noted for the personal reading lists of dedicated mystery buffs that "Bruised Spirits" is also available in a paperback edition (9781614178606, $17.99) and in a Kindle format ($5.99).James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief Midwest Book Review 278 Orchard Drive, Oregon, WI 53575THE DAISY GUMM MAJESTY MYSTERIES, in series orderStrong SpiritsFine SpiritsHigh SpiritsHungry SpiritsGenteel SpiritsAncient SpiritsDark SpiritsSpirits OnstageUnsettled SpiritsBruised SpiritsSpirits UnitedSpirits UnearthedShaken Spirits
Bruiser
by Neal ShustermanTennyson: Don't get me started on the Bruiser. He was voted "Most Likely to Get the Death Penalty" by the entire school. He's the kid no one knows, no one talks to, and everyone hears disturbing rumors about. So why is my sister, BrontË, dating him? One of these days she's going to take in the wrong stray dog, and it's not going to end well. BrontË: My brother has no right to talk about Brewster that way--no right to threaten him. There's a reason why Brewster can't have friends--why he can't care about too many people. Because when he cares about you, things start to happen. Impossible things that can't be explained. I know, because they're happening to me. Award-winning author Neal Shusterman has crafted a chilling and unforgettable novel about the power of unconditional friendship, the complex gear workings of a family, and the sacrifices we endure for the people we love.
Bruiser
by Neal ShustermanNew York Times bestselling author Neal Shusterman delivers a suspenseful and thrilling novel that's perfect for fans of Unwind and UnWholly.Tennyson is not surprised, really, when his family begins to fall apart, or when his twin sister, Brontë, starts dating the misunderstood bully, Brewster (or The Bruiser, as the entire high school calls him). Tennyson is determined to get to the bottom of The Bruiser's reputation, even if it means gearing up for a fight. Brontë, on the other hand, thinks there's something special underneath that tough exterior. And she's right...but neither she nor Tennyson is prepared for the truth of what lies below the surface. Told through Tennyson, Brontë, and Bruiser's points of view, this dark, twisting novel explores friendship, family, and the sacrifices we make for the people we love.Bruiser was named to the Texas Lone Star Reading List, among many other state lists, and was selected as a Book Page Top Ten Book of the Year, a Bank Street College of Education Best Book of the Year, and a Cooperative Children's Book Center Choice.Supports the Common Core State Standards
Bruit & Réflexions de sons
by James Lawless Leslie PierobonWhat noise? What will happen when it gets into our heads? In Thoughts of sounds, a hilarious history marked by pathos, James Lawless sends his typical humorous way some of the effects of noise on contemporary society. This news is followed by noise, a decidedly dark poem that explores the devastation that uncontrolled cacophony can inflict on sentient beings.
Bruit sous le lit
by Erick CarballoDans la ville de Mexico, un homme reçoit un appel téléphonique de Real del Monte lui annonçant que sa mère est gravement malade et que lui et sa famille doivent se rendre immédiatement dans la ville. A travers cette courte histoire, il découvre une série d'événements qui vont bouleverser la tranquillité de toute une famille.
Bruja (Alpha Girls #4)
by Aileen ErinFrom USA Today Bestselling Author Aileen Erin Claudia de Santos has always looked out for every witch but herself. She fought from the shadows as her coven turned dark, and with a little help from her half-witch/half-Alpha werewolf cousin, Teresa McCaide, Claudia is doing everything she can to keeper friends and family in the light. Now the coven has splintered into two factions: Luciana’s army of witches wielding dark magic, and Claudia’s few stragglers who fight with the wolves. War is coming, and it won’t be much of a battle if Claudia can’t find the spells to counteract Luciana’s demonic power. But Luciana strikes before they’re prepared, and Claudia’s twin brother pays the price. Suddenly, going to Peru in search of ancient Incan magic doesn’t seem so crazy. Fighting evil will require a pure spirit, but her quest is full of temptations, including a handsome Peruvian guide with secrets of his own. Finding love is the last thing on Claudia’s ever-growing to-do list, but sometimes what you need has a way of seeking you out. “Holy Moly! I loved it. Claudia’s trek to Peru is one helluva ride... I think I have a new favorite witch!” — Barb, Paging Through The Days"It’s like the characters reach out of the book grab you by the scruff of the neck and drag you through the pages. Honestly, I don’t give up sleep for very many books but I just couldn’t put this one down.” - Ian, GoodreadsIt's time to binge the complete Alpha Girls series! Book 1: Becoming Alpha, which hit #1 at all major eBook retailersBook 2: Avoiding AlphaBook 3: Alpha Divided, an USA Today BestsellerBook 4: BrujaBook 5: Alpha Unleashed, an USA Today BestsellerBook 6: Shattered PackBook 7: Being AlphaBook 8: Lunar CourtBook 9: Alpha ErasedGet ready for Off Planet, the biggest and boldest adventure yet from the mind of Aileen Erin. It's perfect for fans of Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games, Claudia Gray's Defy the Stars, and Maura Milan's Ignite the Stars!
Bruja Born (Brooklyn Brujas #2)
by Zoraida CordovaThree sisters. One spell. Countless dead. Lula Mortiz feels like an outsider. Her sister's newfound Encantrix powers have wounded her in ways that Lula's bruja healing powers can't fix, and she longs for the comfort her family once brought her. Thank the Deos for Maks, her sweet, steady boyfriend who sees the beauty within her and brings light to her life. Then a bus crash turns Lula's world upside down. Her classmates are all dead, including Maks. But Lula was born to heal, to fix. She can bring Maks back, even if it means seeking help from her sisters and defying Death herself. But magic that defies the laws of the deos is dangerous. Unpredictable. And when the dust settles, Maks isn't the only one who's been brought back...Brooklyn Brujas Series:Labryinth Lost (Book 1)Bruja Born (Book 2)Praise for Labyrinth Lost:A Bustle Best Book A NPR Top YA Book A Paste Magazine Best Book"A richly Latin American, giddily exciting novel." —The New York Times"The best new series of the year." —Paste Magazine"This work is a magical journey from start to finish..." —School Library Journal, starred review
Bruja Brouhaha
by Rochelle StaabPractical psychologist Liz Cooper and occult professor Nick Garfield are enjoying the sixteenth wedding anniversary celebration for their charming hosts Paco and Lucia Rojas, devout Santeria practitioners who own the historic Botanica Rojas near MacArthur Park. But the small group of friends is left horrified and confused when the evening ends in tragedy. Devastated by loss, Lucia, a Santeria priestess, blames the locals for the escalating crime in her beloved community. She casts a vengeful hex on the neighborhood, leading strangers and friends alike to dub her bruja--Spanish for witch--and turn on the elderly woman. Lucia may be in harm's way, and it's up to Liz and Nick to unravel a mysterious disappearance and solve a murder before more lives are lost...
Bruja por un día (Mila & Luna #10)
by Prunella BatMila: 10 años, un millón de rizos e innumerables pecas (último recuento: 180) Bruja, pero solo por parte de padre.Luna: 10 años, ojos azules y piel canela. Presumida a más no poder. Hada 100%La bisabuela Elvina, que vive en una casa de muñecas en el salón de los Elven, se aburre muchísimo: Alberta es la única que va a visitarla. Y como muestra de agradecimiento decide transformarla en... ¡bruja por un día! A lomos de su particular escoba (¡un cepillo de dientes volador!), la hámster de Luna organizará unos líos ¡tremendos!
Bruja verde, bruja muerta
by Renee BenzaimBRUJAS EN BAKERSFIELD Dos mujeres y un hombre han muerto. Las tres eran brujas verdes solitarias que se reunían de vez en cuando para compartir rituales y festivales. No era un aquelarre, sólo un grupo de individuos con ideas afines que preferían practicar su arte a solas. Las dos primeras muertes parecieron ser accidentales, pero la tercera fue un asesinato evidente. Cada una de las muertes se produjo en una zona diferente del condado de Kern -en jurisdicciones diferentes-, lo que hizo poco probable que se estableciera una conexión entre las muertes. El tercer cuerpo se encontró en una zona periférica del condado de Kern, lo que lo situaba en la jurisdicción de la Oficina del Sheriff del condado de Kern. El equipo de detectives asignado a la investigación de este homicidio está formado por la detective jefe Annie Avants y su compañero, el detective Tom Weston. Al comenzar la investigación inicial, no encuentran nada que les haga sospechar que este asesinato esté relacionado con ninguna otra muerte en el condado de Kern. Clem Moonstone es una solitaria bruja verde que posee una tienda metafísica en Bakersfield. Ella y Annie Avants son amigas desde hace muchos años. Cuando Annie y Tom asisten al funeral de la víctima cuya muerte están investigando, Annie se sorprende al ver a Clem allí. Clem le explica a Annie que la joven a cuyo funeral asisten es la tercera persona de su círculo de amigos que ha muerto en los últimos meses. El instinto de Annie le dice que investigue las dos muertes anteriores. Clem le da los nombres de las otras dos personas y los lugares donde se encontraron sus cuerpos. Después de que Annie obtenga los archivos y comience a investigar sus muertes, llega a la escalofriante conclusión de que las dos primeras muertes pueden no haber sido tan "accidentales" y que las tres víctimas pueden haber muerto a manos de un asesino en serie.
Bruja y famosa : un misterio paranormal de las brujas de Westwick #3 (Las brujas de Westwick #3)
by Colleen CrossLuces, cámara, asesinato… Empieza el rodaje de una película de Hollywood en el pueblo y la periodista Cendrine West está lista para la primicia. Su familia de brujas también quiere participar, pero las travesuras con las estrellas se convierten pronto en la tragedia de Tinseltown. Los cuerpos se acumulan más rápido que las maldiciones de un aquelarre y todo apunta a la extravagante familia de Cen. No se detendrán en su búsqueda del mágico estrellato, aunque eso signifique resolver un caso de asesinato. Las brujas han lanzado un hechizo que ha acabado en desastre y le ha dado al asesino la oportunidad de escapar. Cen recurre a su propia combinación de justicia y magia para mantener a su familia bajo control, pero… ¿podrá desenmascarar al asesino antes de que vuelva a actuar? ¡Bienvenidas al lado salvaje, familia West! Bruja y famosa es perfecta para fanáticos del misterio paranormal, misterio ligero y brujas mágicamente divertidas. Este libro puede leerse como un misterio independiente, pero si quieres saber más sobre las brujas de Westwick y su historia familiar, puedes empezar por el primer libro: Caza de brujas.
Bruja: The Legend of La Llorona
by Lucinda Ciddio LeybaIn this powerfully eerie tale by Lucinda Ciddio Leyba, the legend of La Llorona is recast as the tale of a witch intent on doing evil in modern Santa Fe.By the light of the full moon, La Llorona is released from her earthly tomb. Cursed with the memories of her past, she becomes obsessed with reclaiming what was taken from her and preys on Santa Fe's innocent citizens. One of the unwittingly haunted is Christina, a young mother caught up in the ancient tradition of curanderas and witches. As she slips dangerously into the dark recesses of La Llorona's twisted mind, Christina becomes desperate to protect her own children from the terrifying madness, and must find a way to stop the evil that possesses her before she loses her sanity and everything she holds dear.
Brujas
by Brenda Lozano«[...]Un vórtice de gravedad que condensa toda la literatura de Brenda Lozano, donde conviven lo oral y lo escrito, las tradiciones populares y cierta perspectiva cosmopolita, el humor y la tragedia. Una inyección de electricidad, una música que se sigue escuchando mucho más allá de sus páginas.» Mauro Libertella Paloma está muerta. Ha sido asesinada. Pero antes de ser Paloma, su nombre fue Gaspar. Antes de ser Paloma, Gaspar hacía ceremonias para curar a la gente, pero desde que se convirtió en Paloma, se dedicó a la vida nocturna con los hombres. Prefirió el amor a la purificación. Fue ella quien enseñó a Feliciana todo lo que sabe sobre la curandería. Con este aprendizaje, Feliciana descubre que, además de curar el cuerpo, también puede curar el alma. Pronto sus poderes serán conocidos en todas partes y personas de todo el mundo la visitarán para sanarse. Ella se convertirá en la curandera de El Lenguaje. Por otro lado, la periodista Zoé decide visitar a Feliciana al pueblo de San Felipe para descubrir no sólo la verdad sobre el asesinato, sino también la vida de la curandera. Y en ese mismo tenor, construirá su propio relato. Brujas es una historia de tradiciones, sanaciones, violencia y, sobre todo, de la importancia del lenguaje; una novela maravillosamente escrita. La crítica ha dicho: Sobre Cuaderno ideal «Cuaderno ideal apuesta por el fragmento, lo minúsculo y lo intemporal.» El Mercurio «La de Brenda Lozano es una obra que dialoga con lo mejor de la literatura latinoamericana, sin agotarse en localismos ni rencillas. Una invitación a evaluar la realidad desde otras tradiciones.» Faena «Porque ésta es la historia de Penélope en pequeño, Las metamorfosis en pequeño, el mar en pequeño, la violencia en pequeño, la gran literatura en pequeño, la muerte en pequeño, el tiempo en pequeño, el amor pasando de la letra del tamaño, del renglón azul a la insignificancia de la letra diminuta. Porque de eso trata Cuaderno ideal, de las historias inútiles en un mundo regido por lo importante, lo trascendente, lo famoso.» Manuel Barroso «Lozano se sabe superdotada, y no tiene ninguna pena en demostrarlo.» Margarita García Robayo Sobre Cómo piensan las piedras «Brenda Lozano es una espléndida escritora, brillante, divertida, sutilmente perversa, siempre conmovedora.» Francisco Goldman «Un grupo de relatos siempre inquietantes y siempre sutiles.» Antonio Ortuño
Brujas a medianoche (Serie Bat Pat #Volumen 2)
by Roberto PavanelloLa segunda aventura del murciélago detective Bat Pat y los hermanos Silver: Leo, Martin y Rebecca. ¡¡¡HOLA!!! SOY BAT PAT.OS VOY A CONTAR UNA HISTORIA QUE OS PONDRÁ LOS PELOS DE PUNTA...¿ESTÁIS PREPARADOS? ¡Sonidos y ultrasonidos! La malvada bruja Amanita ha raptado a Rebecca y quiere convertirla... ¡en su nueva aprendiz! Suerte que a Martin, a Leo y a mí se nos ha ocurrido una idea (un poco alocada) para rescatarla y conseguir que todo vuelva a la normalidad. ¡¡¡Cruzad los dedos!!!
Brujas de Viaje (Mundodisco #Volumen 12)
by Terry PratchettUna nueva aventura de Mundodisco. Las sirvientas deben casarse con los príncipes. De eso se trata. No se puede luchar contra un final feliz. Al menos, hasta ahora... Parecía un trabajo fácil... Después de todo, ¿cuán difícil puede ser el asegurarse de que una sirvienta no se case con un príncipe? Pero para las brujas Yaya Ceravieja, Tata Ogg y Magrat Ajostiernos, en ruta hacia la distante ciudad de Genua, las cosas no son nunca tan simples... Después de todo, solo disponen del vudú de la señora Gogol, un gato tuerto y una varita mágica de segunda mano que solo hace calabazas. Deberán enfrentarse también a la Madrina en persona, quien ha hecho al Destino una oferta que este no puede rechazar. Y, finalmente, está el poder absoluto de la Historia.
Brujerías (Mundodisco #6)
by Terry PratchettTres hermanas brujas se oponen radicalmente a los reyes del país de Lancre. Tienen sus motivos para ello, y también un maquiavélico plan para alzarse con la victoria. Naturalmente, los habitantes de Lancre se verán involucrados y todo derivará hacia una convulsión caótica."Muy divertido... invita sutilmente a reflexionar."Chicago Tribune
Brujerías (Mundodisco #Volumen 6)
by Terry PratchettUna nueva entrega de la saga del Mundodisco, la serie de ciencia ficción más hilarante de todos los tiempos. Tres hermanas brujas se oponen radicalmente a los reyes del país de Lancre. Tienen sus motivos para ello, y también un maquiavélico plan para alzarse con la victoria. Naturalmente, los habitantes de Lancre se verán involucrados y todo derivará hacia una convulsión caótica. Reseña:«Muy divertido... invita sutilmente a reflexionar.»Chicago Tribune