- Table View
- List View
Diadem from the Stars: Diadem From The Stars, Lamarchos, And Irsud (The Diadem Saga #1)
by Jo ClaytonAbandoned on an alien planet, a young woman gains remarkable powers from a mysterious artifact, in the first installment of a sprawling, unforgettable science fiction saga. A magnificent combination of space opera and epic fantasy quest in the beloved science fantasy tradition of Andre Norton and C. J. Cherryh, author Jo Clayton&’s masterful Diadem Saga begins with an unforgettable tale of destiny, self-discovery, survival, and an extraordinary young woman&’s coming of age in a world that is not her own. Raised, but never loved, by the barbarian valley people of Jaydugar, a planet of two suns, young Aleytys has always known she did not belong. Abandoned by her space-traveling mother and barely tolerated by a superstitious primitive tribe fearful of divine reprisals, Aleytys is forced to flee for her life following the catastrophic appearance of a fireball in the sky. Guided by her absent mother&’s journals, the young outcast must now journey alone across an unfamiliar world of perils in search of an escape from this planet that holds no hope for her future. But her pursuit of a spacecraft and the parent who inexplicably left her behind leads young Aleytys instead to the miraculous device that will determine her destiny. An object of unimaginable power—a magical technology stolen from a vengeful alien arachnid race determined to recover it at any cost—the Diadem instantly becomes an integral part of who and what Aleytys is and will be. Once its great energy is transferred to her she will never be free of it, and mastering the Diadem&’s wonders is Aleytys&’s only hope for survival now that she has become the most wanted woman in a dangerous universe. In an astonishing feat of science fiction world-building and quest fantasy storytelling that rivals the classic works of Mercedes Lackey, Anne McCaffrey, and Marion Zimmer Bradley, Clayton opens wide the portals into a magnificent galaxy of marvels and terrors with Diadem from the Stars, ushering speculative fiction fans into an unforgettable universe and series.
Venus Preserved: The Secret Books Of Venus (The Secret Books of Venus #4)
by Tanith LeeThe final novel in the alchemical thriller series set in an alternate Venice by the World Fantasy Award–winning author of A Bed of Earth. Centuries into the future, the sunken city of Venus has been salvaged from beneath the sea and rebuilt there under a dome, where it is supported by a vast network of computers that regulate weather, noise, and the most precious undersea commodity of all—air. It is here that a macabre experiment takes place. Conducted by geneticists at the university, the test consists of the resurrection of two lost souls, both murdered in their times: Jula, a first-century gladiatrix, and Cloudio del Nero, the eighteenth-century composer who met his fate in Lee&’s acclaimed first volume of the Secret Books of Venus series. An unexplained catastrophe occurs, claiming several lives. Was it merely an accident, computer failure, or has the trial unleashed an airborne virus? Or is there an even more sinister danger afoot, a force from beyond that threatens the survival of Venus itself? To answer these questions, a traveler from the surface is forced to confront mysteries in his own past that have remained buried, and to reveal the connection that ties him to the unavenged spirits wreaking havoc on the doomed city. &“The last of the four Secret Books of Venus is a tale of suspense and mystery.&” —Booklist
I Wish It Could Be Christmas Every Day
by Milly JohnsonIt&’s nearly Christmas and it&’s snowing, hard. Deep in the Yorkshire Moors nestles a tiny hamlet, with a pub at its heart. As the snow falls, the inn will become an unexpected haven for six people forced to seek shelter there. From the bestselling author of the &“glorious, heartfelt novel&” (Rowan Coleman, New York Times bestselling author) My One True North.Mary has been trying to get her boss Jack to notice her for four years, but he can only see the efficient PA she is at work. Will being holed up with him finally give her the chance she has been waiting for? Bridge and Luke were meeting for five minutes to set their divorce in motion. But will getting trapped with each other reignite too many fond memories—and love? Charlie and Robin were on their way to a luxury hotel in Scotland for a very special Christmas. But will the inn give them everything they were hoping to find—and much more besides? A story about knowing when to hold on and when to let go, of pushing limits and acceptance, of friendship, love, laughter, mince pies, and the magic of Christmas.
The Shadows of Christmas Past
by Christine Feehan Susan SizemoreDark magic heats up the holiday season as two sizzling New York Times bestselling authors team up for a seductive Christmas collection!Magic is in the air this Christmas—but is it good or evil? In this sexy yuletide anthology from two of the hottest names in paranormal romance, animal instincts take over... In Christine Feehan&’s &“Rocky Mountain Miracle,&” the sparks flying on a remote ranch could melt all the snow in Wyoming when an injured horse brings together a rugged womanizer with a dangerous reputation and an irresistible veterinarian rumored to cast spells. But does her magic touch work on animals and men? A small-town woman is shocked when the injured wolf she takes back to her kennel turns into a man in Susan Sizemore&’s &“A Touch of Harry.&” The only thing more difficult to hide than his stunning escape is the burning desire she feels for this stranger who brings out her wild side.
Yellow Wife: A Novel
by Sadeqa JohnsonFrom the New York Times bestselling author of House of Eve—a 2023 Reese&’s Book Club Pick! *A Best Book of the Year by NPR and Christian Science Monitor* Called &“wholly engrossing&” by New York Times bestselling author Kathleen Grissom, this &“fully immersive&” (Lisa Wingate, #1 bestselling author of Before We Were Yours) story follows an enslaved woman forced to barter love and freedom while living in the most infamous slave jail in Virginia.Born on a plantation in Charles City, Virginia, Pheby Delores Brown has lived a relatively sheltered life. Shielded by her mother&’s position as the estate&’s medicine woman and cherished by the Master&’s sister, she is set apart from the others on the plantation, belonging to neither world. She&’d been promised freedom on her eighteenth birthday, but instead of the idyllic life she imagined with her true love, Essex Henry, Pheby is forced to leave the only home she has ever known. She unexpectedly finds herself thrust into the bowels of slavery at the infamous Devil&’s Half Acre, a jail in Richmond, Virginia, where the enslaved are broken, tortured, and sold every day. There, Pheby is exposed not just to her Jailer&’s cruelty but also to his contradictions. To survive, Pheby will have to outwit him, and she soon faces the ultimate sacrifice.
The Highest Calling: Conversations on the American Presidency
by David M. RubensteinA NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the New York Times bestselling author of The American Story and How to Lead and host of PBS&’s History with David Rubenstein—David Rubenstein interviews living American presidents and top historians and journalists who reflect on the US presidency, including Joe Biden, Barack Obama, George W. Bush, Maggie Haberman, Ron Chernow, and more.For years, bestselling author David M. Rubenstein has distilled the contours of American democracy through conversations with noted leaders and historians. In The Highest Calling, he offers an enlightening overview of arguably the single most important position in the world: the American presidency. Blending history and anecdote, Rubenstein chronicles the journeys of the presidents who have defined America as it exists now, what they envision for its future, and their legacy on the world stage. Drawing from his own experience in the Carter administration, he engages in dialogues with our nation&’s presidents and the historians who study them. Get exclusive access to fresh perspectives, including: -Original interviews with most of the living US presidents -Interviews with noted presidential historians like Annette Gordon-Reed, Ron Chernow, Candice Millard, and more Through &“chatty, insightful, and enlightening&” (The Wall Street Journal) analysis, Rubenstein captures our country&’s most prominent leaders, the political genius and frays of the presidential role, and the wisdom that emerges from it.
A Very Gothic Christmas: Two Novellas
by Melanie George Christine FeehanFrom the &“magnificent storyteller&” (Romantic Times) Christine Feehan and USA TODAY bestselling author Melanie George comes two wickedly sexy novellas just in time for the holiday season! In Christine Feehan&’s After the Music, Jessica Fitzpatrick is terrified by mysterious threats. Determined to keep her twin wards safe, she flees to the remote mansion of their reclusive, widowed father. With Christmas approaching, the spark between him and Jessica might light the future, but there are those whose evil machinations may plunge the family into darkness—unless a Christmas miracle occurs. In Melanie George&’s Lady of the Locket, the echoes of history and romance lure Rachel Hudson to Glengarren, the Scottish castle where her parents met many Christmases ago. But it is the portrait of fierce Highlander Duncan MacGregor that sparks a deep desire inside her. On a storm-tossed night, as lightning cracks across the castle&’s turrets, Rachel finds herself face-to-face with MacGregor himself, astride a mighty stallion. Now, stepping into Rachel&’s time—and her heart—the warrior from the past is pursued by an ancient, evil enemy.
Memorials
by Richard ChizmarTHE NEW YORK TIMES AND USA TODAY BESTSELLER A PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST BOOK OF 2024 “Scary and hard to put down. You might be advised not to read it at night.” —STEPHEN KING A group of students encounter a supernatural terror while on a road trip through Appalachia in this chilling new novel from the New York Times bestselling author of the “unforgettable and scary.” (Harlan Coben) Chasing the Boogeyman.1983: Three students from a small college embark on a week-long road trip to film a documentary on roadside memorials for their American Studies class. The project starts out as a fun adventure with long stretches of empty road and nightly campfires where they begin to open up with one another. But as they venture deeper into the Appalachian backwoods, the atmosphere begins to darken. They notice more and more of the memorials feature a strange, unsettling symbol hinting at a sinister secret. Paranoia sets in when it appears they are being followed. Their vehicle is tampered with overnight and some of the locals appear to be anything but welcoming. Before long, the students can’t help but wonder if these roadside deaths were really random accidents…or is something terrifying at work here? <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
Against the Fall of Night (Golden Age Masterworks Ser.)
by Arthur C. ClarkeThe renowned science fiction author&’s landmark novel of the last human born on a far future world—and his quest for the truth about existence. Living in the ten-billion-year-old city of Diaspar, Alvin is the last child born of humanity, and he is intensely curious about the outside world. But according to the oldest histories kept by the city fathers, there is no outside world—it was destroyed by the Invaders millions of years ago. One day, Alvin finds a rock with an inscription seemingly meant for him: &“There is a better way. Give my greetings to the Keeper of the Records. Alaine of Lyndar.&” This cryptic message takes Alvin on a quest to discover humanity&’s true past—and its future. Originally published in the November 1948 issue of Startling Stories, Against the Fall of Night is a rich and intensely poetic vision of a distant future that&’s sure to delight fans of Clarke and science fiction as a genre. &“[Clarke is] one of the truly prophetic figures of the space age.&” —The New Yorker
Did She Kill Him?: A Torrid True Story of Adultery, Arsenic, and Murder in Victorian England
by Kate Colquhoun&“An intriguing story told in the style of Thomas Hardy or George Eliot, if they traded in true crime&” (Kirkus Reviews). In the summer of 1889, young Southern belle Florence Maybrick stood trial for the alleged arsenic poisoning of her much older husband, Liverpool cotton merchant James Maybrick. The &“Maybrick Mystery&” had all the makings of a sensation: a pretty, flirtatious woman; resentful, gossiping servants; rumors of gambling and debt; and scandalous mutual infidelity. The case cracked the varnish of Victorian respectability, shocking and exciting the public in equal measure as they clamored to read the latest revelations of Florence&’s past and glimpse her likeness in Madame Tussaud&’s. Florence&’s fate was fiercely debated in the courtroom, on the front pages of the newspapers, and in parlors and backyards across the country. Did she poison her husband? Was her previous infidelity proof of murderous intentions? Was James&’s own habit of self-medicating to blame for his demise? In this book, historian and CWA Gold Dagger Award nominee Kate Colquhoun recounts an utterly absorbing tale of addiction, deception, and adultery that keeps you asking to the very last page: Did she kill him?
Powerful Beyond Measure: 3 Steps to Claim Your Power Within for a Happy & Healthy Life
by Cynthia E. MazzaferroA transformational guide to living a life of authenticity and abundance, rooted in love, acceptance, compassion, and kindness. Learn how to discover and embrace your inner power, release and heal the emotional residue from the past, and envision a future of unbounded possibilities that allows your passions and purpose to be fulfilled. Through insight, self-exploration, and step-by-step practical exercises, Powerful Beyond Measure guides you along the journey of lifelong spiritual growth—empowering you to take control of your destiny and create a life filled with joy, health, happiness, and success.
Without Her: A Novel
by Rosalind BrackenburyThe author of Becoming George Sand has crafted a &“standout novel of a tested friendship . . . highlighted by fine prose and finely drawn characters&” (Publishers Weekly). When her old friend Hannah doesn&’t show up at her house in the south of France, everyone assumes that Claudia, who has known Hannah since their shared years at boarding school, will know where she is and what has happened. But as Claudia travels from the United States to France to help her friend&’s husband and children conduct their search, she is forced to deal with her old jealousy of Hannah, as well as her own relationship in the present with her French lover, Alexandre. As events unfold, Claudia begins to wonder if Hannah and Alexandre may have had an affair and if that has something to do with Hannah&’s mysterious disappearance. In this exquisitely written, Ferrante-esque novel the question of whether or not Hannah will come back becomes urgent and bewildering. And if she doesn&’t return, what will the lives of her friends and family be without her?
The Inimitable Jeeves: Volume 1 (Jeeves #1)
by P. G. Wodehouse&“The immortal comic duo of ditsy Bertram Wooster and his unflappable valet Reginald Jeeves&” are at it again in this hilarious follow-up to My Man Jeeves (The Washington Post). As Evelyn Waugh said of him, P. G. Wodehouse &“satisfies the most sophisticated taste and the simplest.&” His second collection to feature British butler Jeeves and his frivolous aristocratic employer, Bertie Wooster, contains some of his best loved stories, including &“The Great Sermon Handicap,&” in which bets are placed on which parson will preach the longest Sunday sermon. Many of these linked stories feature the romantic misadventures of Bertie&’s friend Bingo Little—who falls in love with everyone from a parson&’s niece, a romance novelist, and a Communist to Bertie&’s own fiancée. Bertie also struggles with willful Aunt Agatha and the formidable and athletic Honoria Glossop, who just may be a bit too much woman for him. As always, Jeeves steps in to set things right. This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.
Autopsy of an Unwinnable War: Vietnam
by Colonel William C. Haponski Colonel Jerry J. BurchamA military studies professor and former combatant &“rationally dissects the strategies and mindsets on both sides&” of this thirty-year conflict (New York Journal of Books). Since the fall of Saigon in 1975, there have been much discussion of why (and whether) America lost the war in Vietnam. The common belief is that the war was lost not on the battlefield but in Washington, DC. The stark facts, though, are that the Vietnam War was lost before the first American shot was fired. In fact, it was lost before the first French Expeditionary Corps shot, almost two decades earlier, and was finally lost when the South Vietnamese fought partly, then entirely, on their own. Offering an informed narrative of the entire thirty-year war, this book seeks to explain why. Written by a combatant in six large battles and many smaller firefights who was also a leader with a full range of pacification duties, a commander who lost forty-three wonderful young men, Autopsy of an Unwinnable War is the result of a quest for answers by one who, after decades of wondering what it was all about, turned to a years-long search of French, American, and Vietnamese sources. This is a story lived and revealed mainly by the people inside Vietnam who were directly involved in the war, from leaders in high positions down to the jungle boots and sandals level of the fighters—and among the Vietnamese who were living it. Because of what was happening inside Vietnam itself, no matter what policies and directives came out of Paris or Washington, or the influences in Moscow or Beijing, it is about a Vietnamese idea that would eventually triumph over bullets. Includes photographs
Zulu
by Caryl FéreyA Cape Town cop takes on the media-frenzied murder of a young woman in this &“hard-hitting procedural, which won France&’s Grand Prix for Best Crime Novel&” (Publishers Weekly). As a child, Ali Neuman ran away from home to escape the Inkatha, a militant political party at war with the then-underground African National Congress. He and his mother are the only members of his family who survived the carnage of those years. Today, Neuman is chief of the homicide branch of the Cape Town police, a job in which he must do battle with South Africa&’s two scourges: widespread violence and AIDS. When the mutilated corpse of a young white woman is found in the city&’s botanical gardens, Neuman finds himself chasing one false lead after another. Then a second corpse is found—another white woman. This time, the body bears signs of a Zulu ritual. Worse, an unknown narcotic has been found in the blood of both victims. The investigation will take Neuman back to his homeland, where he will discover that the once bloody killing fields have become a refuge for unscrupulous multinationals, and that the apparatchiks of apartheid still lurk in the shadows of a society struggling toward reconciliation.
Tales from the Blast Factory: A Brain Injured Special Forces Green Beret's Journey Back From the Brink
by Andrew Marr Adam MarrA veteran tells his story of suffering from traumatic brain injury—and finally finding relief. Former Green Beret Andrew Marr served multiple tours of duty in Afghanistan—incurring dozens of traumatic brain injuries. It just about destroyed him and his family, and almost cost him his life. After the military medical establishment repeatedly failed him, Marr called upon the initiative and determination that had served him as a warrior—and eventually triumphed with the help of an innovative doctor. As thousands of veterans, athletes, accident victims, and other TBI sufferers wallow in the wake of inadequate treatment—and in many tragic cases, turn to suicide—this book offers new hope and explains the science behind this very specific kind of healing, and why conventional protocols fail. &“Takes us from the battlefields of Afghanistan to Andrew&’s unrelenting battle to be whole again . . . a raw reminder that even in a brain injured state, the mind can clearly triumph.&” —Joe Rogan
Fat Land: How Americans Became the Fattest People in the World
by Greg Critser&“An in-depth, well-researched, and thoughtful exploration of the &‘fat boom&’ in America.&” —TheBoston Globe Low carb, high protein, raw foods . . . despite our seemingly endless obsession with fad diets, the startling truth is that six out of ten Americans are overweight or obese. In Fat Land, award-winning nutrition and health journalist Greg Critser examines the facts and societal factors behind the sensational headlines, taking on everything from supersize to Super Mario, high-fructose corn syrup to the high costs of physical education. With a sharp eye and even sharper tongue, Critser examines why pediatricians are now treating conditions rarely seen in children before; why type 2 diabetes is on the rise; the personal struggles of those with weight problems—especially among the poor—and how agribusiness has altered our waistlines. Praised by the New York Times as &“absorbing&” and by Newsday as &“riveting,&” this disarmingly funny, yet truly alarming, exposé stands as an important examination of one of the most pressing medical and social issues in the United States. &“One scary book and a good companion to Eric Schlosser&’s Fast Food Nation.&” —Seattle Post-Intelligencer
Preach No More (The Nathan Shapiro Mysteries #6)
by Richard LockridgeIn this mystery from the coauthor of the &“excellent&” Mr. and Mrs. North series, the murder of a holy man has NYC detective Nathan Shapiro praying for a lead (The New Yorker). Nathan Shapiro might be the gloomiest member of Manhattan&’s finest, but that doesn&’t stop the dour detective from getting the job done when the going gets tough . . . Rev. Jonathan Prentis may have been a man of god, but he certainly didn&’t die in a sacred manner. Anyone found dead in an East Village dive bar with an ice pick in his back is certainly no stranger to sin. The popular preacher—better known as &“the Voice&”—made a name for himself saving his enthusiastic parishioners, but now it seems like someone was dead set on condemning him to meet his Maker. Tasked with finding the killer, Det. Lt. Nathan Shapiro and his partner, Anthony &“Tony&” Cook, have a host of suspects to investigate. As they question the Village Brawl&’s staff and patrons, as well as the people who participated in the Revivalist prayer sessions Prentis presided over at Madison Square Garden, they realize they have their work cut out for them. It may just take a miracle to solve this case of saint turned sinner . . . Preach No More is the 6th book in the Nathan Shapiro Mysteries, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.
Wicked Deeds on a Winter's Night: A Hunger Like No Other; Wicked Deeds On A Winter's Night; Pleasure Of A Dark Prince (Immortals After Dark #4)
by Kresley ColeThis scintillating tale about a jaded werewolf and a captivating young witch from the Immortals After Dark series is &“delicious [and] sizzling&” (Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author)—from New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Kresley Cole.Bowen MacRieve of the Lykae clan was nearly destroyed when he lost the woman he loved. The warrior known for his ruthlessness grew even colder, never taking another to his bed—until a smoldering encounter with his enemy, Mariketa the Awaited, reawakens his darkest desires. When sinister forces unite against her, the Highlander must use all his strength and skill to keep her alive. Temporarily stripped of her powers, Mari is forced to take refuge with her sworn adversary. It&’s rumored that no one can tempt Bowen&’s hardened heart, but soon passion sparks between them. Though a future together is impossible, she fears he has no intention of letting her go. If they defeat the evil that surrounds them, can Mari deny Bowen or will she risk everything for her fierce protector?
A Lowcountry Christmas
by Mary Alice MonroeA wounded warrior and his younger brother discover the true meaning of Christmas in a timeless story of family in this &“lovely and memorable&” (Luis Carlos Montalván, New York Times bestselling author) novel from New York Times bestselling author Mary Alice Monroe.As far as ten-year-old Miller McClellan is concerned, this is the worst Christmas ever. His father&’s shrimp boat is docked, his mother is working two jobs, and with finances strained, Miller is told they can&’t afford the dog he desperately wants. &“Your brother&’s return from war is our family&’s gift,&” his parents tell him. But when Taylor returns with PTSD, family strains darken the holidays. Then Taylor&’s service dog arrives—a large black Labrador/Great Dane named Thor. When Miller goes out on Christmas Eve with his father&’s axe, determined to get his family the tree they can&’t afford, he takes the dog for company—but accidentally winds up lost in the wild forest. During this emergency, the splintered family must come together and rediscover their strengths, family bond, and the true meaning of Christmas.
A Hunger Like No Other: A Hunger Like No Other; Wicked Deeds On A Winter's Night; Pleasure Of A Dark Prince (Immortals After Dark #2)
by Kresley ColeFor fans of Ali Hazelwood&’s Bride and Ruby Dixon&’s Ice Planet Barbarians series, an innocent young vampire and a powerful werewolf king are drawn together by an unexpected soul bond in the electrifying start to Kresley Cole&’s New York Times bestselling Immortals After Dark series—now with a stunning new cover.Half vampire, half Valkyrie, Emmaline spent her entire sheltered life hidden among the Lore in New Orleans surrounded by the loving, yet overbearing coven who raised her. All Emmaline Troy wanted was a trip to Paris –to investigate her parents&’ mysterious deaths there all those years ago. And to finally have a small adventure and perhaps even a first kiss. But one crowded city night, as she&’s making her way down a street, she&’s knocked off her feet by striking werewolf. He&’s towering, intimidating, and has an infuriatingly seductive Scottish brogue. And he won&’t let her go. The Lykae King, Lachlain MacRieve, has been imprisoned in the catacombs beneath Paris for over a 150 years by his sworn Vampire enemies, but the scent of his Fated Mate on the streets above gives him the strength to finally escape from his subterranean prison. Lachlain has waited for Her for centuries, and the last thing he expects is the bewitching vampire mix who seems to want only to escape his grasp. Yet he knows only she can soothe the fury within him and he&’s determined to make her his by the next full moon. As Lachlain convinces the hesitant but fiery Emma to accompany him to his ancestral home in Scotland, the pair will come up against ruthless creatures, ancient evil, and the irrevocable pull of Fate. Will their desire deepen into a love that can bring a warrior to his knees and turn Emma into the fighter she was born to be?
No Rest for the Wicked: Warlord Wants Forever, No Rest For The Wicked, Dark Needs At Night's Edge, Untouchable (Immortals After Dark #3)
by Kresley ColeThe &“superb&” (Fresh Fiction) second book in the sizzling Immortal After Darks series from New York Times bestselling author Kresley Cole follows a brooding vampire and the beautiful assassin on his trail. Centuries ago, Sebastian Wroth was turned into a vampire against his will. Burdened with hatred and loneliness, he sees little reason to live. But when he finds that he&’s the target for an exquisite fey assassin, he begins to reconsider. Kaderin lost her two beloved sisters to a vampire attack long ago, and a benevolent force trying to save her from sorrow accidentally extinguished of all her emotions. Now known as Kaderin the Cold Hearted, she&’s a ruthless assassin but she&’s unable to complete her kill when Sebastian brings her feelings rushing back. When the prize of a legendary month-long contest is powerful enough to change history, Kaderin will stop at nothing to win it for her sisters. But Sebastian wants only to win her, and he takes the contest&’s exciting challenges as opportunities to seduce her. As the end of the competition draws nearer, Kaderin will be forced to choose between the vampire she&’s falling for and reuniting her family…but how can she live without either?
The Third Gilmore Girl: A Memoir
by Kelly BishopINSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A Goodreads Choice Awards Winner &“Come for the Gilmore Girls anecdotes, stay for the revealing truths about what it takes to build a lifelong career in and out of Hollywood&” (The A.V. Club) in this candid and captivating memoir from award-winning and beloved actress Kelly Bishop, spanning her six decades in show business from A Chorus Line, Dirty Dancing, Gilmore Girls, and much more.Kelly Bishop&’s long, storied career has been defined by landmark achievements, from winning a Tony Award for her turn in the original Broadway cast of A Chorus Line to her memorable performance as Jennifer Grey&’s mother in Dirty Dancing. But it is probably her iconic role as matriarch Emily in the modern classic Gilmore Girls that cemented her legacy. Now, Bishop reflects on her remarkable life and looks towards the future with The Third Gilmore Girl. She shares some of her greatest stories and the life lessons she&’s learned on her journey. From her early transition from dance to drama, to marrying young to a compulsive gambler, to the losses and achievements she experienced—among them marching for women&’s rights and losing her second husband to cancer—Bishop offers a rich, genuine celebration of her life. Full of witty insights and featuring a special collection of personal and professional photographs, The Third Gilmore Girl is a warm, unapologetic, and spirited memoir from a woman who has left indelible impressions on her audiences for decades and has no plans on slowing down.
Last Call for Blackford Oakes (The Blackford Oakes Mysteries #11)
by William F. Buckley Jr.The brilliant CIA agent goes up against infamous Soviet spy Kim Philby in this &“lively, entertaining&” Cold War thriller (Publishers Weekly). Blackford &“Blackie&” Oakes is the greatest spy in American history, but he&’s no longer allowed behind enemy lines. As the former director of covert operations for the CIA, he knows too much to risk falling into enemy hands. But something has come up that requires him to go farther behind the Iron Curtain than he ever has before—and if he&’s captured, he&’ll have no choice but to take his own life. But Blackie doesn&’t mind; he&’s always wanted a chance to die for his country. Previously, a team of assassins had targeted Soviet Premier Mikhail Gorbachev, and Blackie acted on secret orders from President Ronald Reagan himself to save the Russian&’s life. Now, Gorbachev is in danger once again, and his death could reignite the Cold War just as it&’s coming to a close. To avert World War III, Blackie infiltrates Moscow, where he comes face-to-face with the Soviets&’ own master of espionage: notorious defector Harold Adrian Russell &“Kim&” Philby. Witty and urbane, and featuring an unforgettable cast of characters both real and imagined, Last Call for Blackford Oakes is a delightful ending to one of the greatest espionage sagas in history.
Kitty & Virgil: A Novel
by Paul BaileyA &“luminous&” story of love and sorrow spanning from London to Romania, from a prize-winning novelist (Publishers Weekly, starred review). Kitty Crozier first laid eyes on Virgil Florescu, a dissident poet who swam across the Danube to escape Ceausescu&’s Romania, in the hospital. She woke up after surgery to find a stranger sitting beside her bed gazing at her. He just smiled, then stood and left the room. She next sees him in London&’s Green Park picking up litter from the grass with a long spike. So begins the most important, most demanding, most exhilarating relationship of Kitty&’s life. As their love for each other deepens, their previous lives, and very different families, reveal themselves to be oddly connected, in this novel from a recipient of literary honors including a Somerset Maugham Award, an E. M. Forster Award, and a George Orwell Prize, as well as two Man Booker Prize nominations. &“At once a wistful and tender love story and a harrowing account of how people from two utterly different cultures and ways of looking at the world can find, then lose, each other . . . Virgil is a superb creation.&” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)