Учебная литература
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From the limitless imagination of bestselling author Julie Kagawa comes the next fantastic adventure in the Talon Saga…Deserter. Traitor. ROGUE.Ember Hill left the dragon organisation Talon to take her chances with rebel dragon Cobalt and his crew of rogues. But Ember can't forget the sacrifice made for her by the human boy who could have killed her—Garret Xavier Sebastian, a soldier of the dragon-slaying Order of St. George, the boy who saved her from a Talon assassin, knowing that by doing so, he'd signed his own death warrant.Determined to save Garret from execution, Ember must convince Cobalt to help her break into the Order's headquarters. With assassins after them and Ember's own brother helping Talon with the hunt, the rogues find an unexpected ally in Garret and a new perspective on the underground battle between Talon and St. George.A reckoning is brewing and the secrets hidden by both sides are shocking and deadly. Soon Ember must decide: Should she retreat to fight another day…or start an all-out war?Readers love Rogue!‘Looooooved this book so much, go read it when you have the chance. It's unique, action-packed and heartbreaking.’‘Rogue is gripping, amazing, breathtaking and stunning.’‘Well…that was one heck of a ride! I don’t think my heart stopped racing from the first page to the last.’*** The Talon Saga Book #1 Talon Book #2 Rogue Book #3 Soldier Book #4 Legion Book #5 Inferno
Talon
In New York Times bestselling author Julie Kagawa’s groundbreaking modern fantasy series, dragons walk among us in human form…THE DRAGONS OF TALON: Once hunted nearly to extinction, they are now poised to take over the world.THE ORDER OF ST. GEORGE: The legendary dragonslayers will stop at nothing to wipe dragons from the face of the earth.These mortal enemies are locked in secret and deadly combat, with humanity none the wiser.To take her rightful place in the Talon organisation, young dragon Ember Hill must prove she can hide her true nature and blend in with humans. Her delight at the prospect of a summer of “normal” teen experiences is short-lived, however, once she discovers that she’s also expected to train for her destined career in Talon. But a chance meeting with a rogue dragon will soon challenge everything Ember has been taught.As Ember struggles to accept her future, St. George soldier Garret Xavier Sebastian is tasked with hunting her down. But when faced with Ember’s bravery, confidence and all-too-human desires, Garret begins to question everything the Order has ingrained in him – and what he might be willing to give up to uncover the truth about dragons.‘Kagawa knows how to end a first volume for maximum cliff-hanger drama.’ Booklist ‘A strong, promising start to the Talon Saga.’ – Publishers WeeklyA round of applause for TALON ‘Five stars for TALON, because obviously.’‘The genius of Kagawa once again shines through in this new series that follows two teen dragon shifters and their transition into society.’‘Ruthless. Julie Kagawa is ruthless. Mad. Intoxicating…Brilliant.’*** The Talon Saga Book #1 Talon Book #2 Rogue Book #3 Soldier Book #4 Legion Book #5 Inferno
All We Left Behind
For fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz‘Heart-wrenching. Emotional. A powerful story of wartime love and devotion’ Glynis Peters, author of The Secret OrphanA powerful and incredibly moving historical novel inspired by an untold story of the Second World War.Vancouver 1941As the war rages around the world, Hitler’s fury is yet to be felt on the peaceful shores of Mayne Island. Sweethearts Hayden and Chidori are in love.But everything changes after Pearl Harbor.Now seen as the enemy, Chidori and her family are forced into an internment camp. Powerless to help them, Hayden joins the air force to bring about an end to this devastating war – the thought of Chidori is all that keeps him alive.Can they both survive long enough to be reunited? Or will the war be the only thing to separate their love?Readers adore All We Left Behind:‘A story crying out to be told’ Mary Martel, Netgalley‘From the very first chapter I was hooked’ Whitney Wenthold, Netgalley‘This is another WWII novel with a bit of a twist… a story of friendship, love, heartbreak and so much more’ Pam, Netgalley‘Fabulous, gripping historical fiction…I am glad that I was able to come away from this novel learning something new about this time in history’ Rachel Fox, Netgalley‘Gripping from start to finish…A must read for WWII fiction fans!’ Sydney Long, Goodreads‘An amazing story that will stick with me…historic fiction done right’ Stephanie Showmaker, Netgalley‘Historical fiction at its best’ Abby Siverman, Netgalley
The Agatha Oddly Casebook Collection: The Secret Key, Murder at the Museum and The Silver Serpent
Agatha’s been a detective for as long as she can remember. But can she crack the case in these three mysteries: The Secret Key, Murder at the Museum and The Silver Serpent?With access to a network of tunnels underneath London, she is certainly perfectly positioned to. Join her as she tries to save the City from some strange goings-on, investigates a murder and attempts to track down a mysterious disappearance at a famous art gallery…
The Fragile Ordinary
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Impossible Vastness of Us and the On Dublin Street series comes a heartfelt and beautiful new young adult fiction novel, set in Scotland, about daring to dream and embracing who you are. I am Comet Caldwell.And I sort of, kind of, absolutely hate my name.People expect extraordinary things from a girl named Comet. That she’ll be effortlessly cool and light up a room the way a comet blazes across the sky.But Comet has never wanted to be the centre of attention. She can’t wait to graduate from high school in Edinburgh and leave to attend university somewhere far, far away.When new student Tobias King blazes in from America and shakes up the school, Comet thinks she’s got the bad boy figured out. Until they’re thrown together for a class assignment and begin to form an unlikely connection.
How to Rob a Bank
A hilarious, filmic and fast-paced crime-caper by 2019’s funniest new voice in teen fiction, ideal for readers aged 11 and up.Some people rob banks because they’re greedy. Others enjoy the adrenalin rush. Me? I robbed a bank because of guilt. Specifically: guilt and a Nepalese scented candle…When fifteen-year-old Dylan accidentally burns down the house of the girl he’s trying to impress, he feels that only a bold gesture can make it up to her. A gesture like robbing a bank to pay for her new home.Only an unwanted Saturday job, a tyrannical bank manager, and his unfinished history homework lie between Dylan and the heist of century. And really, what’s the worst that could happen?A funny, cinematic, ill-advised comedy-crime adventure perfect for gamers, heist movie fans, and anyone who loves a laugh.