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Llega la nueva novela de suspense romántico de Sloan Harlow, autora superventas de Todo lo que nunca dijimos. Una historia de pasión, secretos y venganzas que arden como el fuego.Hace apenas unos meses, la casa de River ardia hasta convertirse en cenizas y el fuego se lo lleva todo: su hogar, su musica y a su padre. Atrapada en un trabajo sin futuro y en un pueblo lleno de recuerdos dolorosos, River intenta sobrevivir al duelo por la familia que perdio entre las llamas. Entonces recibe una misteriosa donacion de dos millones de dolares y es imposible no preguntarse: ¿quien esta detras de ese gesto tan generoso? ¿Y por que?Cualquiera podria ser sospechoso. Todos, salvo Logan, su atractivo compañero de trabajo. El no oculta lo mucho que parece odiarla y, sin embargo, la atraccion entre ellos es innegable. Poco a poco su relacion cambia y Logan se convierte en un gran apoyo, pero cuando por fin parece que River comienza a sanar, un terrible secreto familiar la obliga a replantearse todo incluso la posibilidad de que el incendio no fuese un accidente y de que las intenciones del donante anonimo no fuesen tan altruistas como parecian. Pero ¿quien cometeria un acto tan mortal?River pensaba que habia tocado fondo, pero siempre hay algo mas que perder.

Las abuelas nunca hablaron de la guerra, eso era cosa de hombres. Pero la vivieron igual. Estamos en un pueblo. La expresión " tocan a muerto " se usa para nombrar las campanadas que anuncian la muerte de una persona: dos si es un hombre, tres si se trata de una mujer. Laura Vivar toma la expresion para dar titulo a su novela, una obra que recrea la voz de las mujeres madres, primas, tias, vecinas: todas desde la ruina de la posguerra y que, magistralmente, va enhebrando instantaneas familiares que tienen en comun la carestia, la pobreza, la violencia, el luto riguroso, la dureza de la vida cotidiana, la injusticia, la emigracion de las jovenes a las grandes ciudades, el silencio.Con un castellano precioso, lleno de hallazgos verbales y pleno de historias, Tocan a muerto propone con imaginacion y crudeza algunas posibles respuestas a la pregunta sobre que es lo que sabriamos de nuestros pueblos si el dolor de la guerra civil española no hubiera cortado sus formas de vida y la transmision de su memoria.

What does it mean to truly see the people we love?First published in 1927, To the Lighthouse by Virginia Woolf is widely regarded as one of the greatest novels of the twentieth century. Set in a summer house by the sea, the novel follows the Ramsay family and their guests over two days separated by a decade, revealing how time, memory, and loss shape human relationships.Through Woolfs masterful stream-of-consciousness style, the story moves fluidly between inner thoughts and quiet moments, capturing the emotional depth beneath ordinary life. The novels central journey to the lighthouse becomes a powerful symbol of longing, perception, and artistic vision.This modernist masterpiece explores themes of family, creativity, impermanence, and the passage of time with extraordinary sensitivity.Inside this eBook, youll explore:One of the defining works of literary modernismWoolfs innovative narrative techniqueA profound meditation on memory and changeA richly layered portrait of family and identityFrequently studied in literature courses and celebrated for its emotional power, To the Lighthouse remains essential reading for anyone drawn to classic fiction and modernist storytelling.Journey toward the lighthouse and discover a novel that continues to illuminate the inner life. Buy now and experience one of Virginia Woolfs greatest works.

A cien años de su publicación, Tirano Banderas no ha perdido un ápice de vigencia y se disfruta hoy como un atlas, tan real como simbólico, del poder totalitario.En 1926, se publicó por primera vez Tirano Banderas, una novela radical Valle-Inclan en forma y fondo. Con ella, el autor rompe con las formas narrativas tradicionales, implanta el esperpento en la novela y construye un retrato feroz del poder totalitario. Aunque ambientada en una republica ficticia (se descubre el paisaje de Mexico como trasfondo, pais al que viajo Valle en distintas ocasiones), la novela no busca verosimilitud telurica sino retratar la estructura psicologica del despotismo.La figura del general Santos Banderas no es solo un personaje, sino una sintesis del caudillo iberoamericano, desde Rosas hasta Trujillo, pasando por Porfirio Diaz. Con su prosa riquisima, su lexico mestizo, su mirada deformante y su critica brutal, Valle-Inclan abre un camino que recorreran luego Asturias, Roa Bastos, Garcia Marquez o Vargas Llosa, entre otros.A cien años de su publicacion, Tirano Banderas no ha perdido un apice de vigencia: la manipulacion del lenguaje, el uso del terror como herramienta politica, el culto al lider, la violencia institucionalizada... siguen presentes en muchas naciones a lo largo y ancho del planeta. Esta obra no solo es una pieza literaria de primer orden: es un mapa actual y simbolico del poder.

Lara, uma atriz frustrada e sem grana, com sua vida de cabeça para baixo. Rebeca, uma investidora de sucesso em sua vida certinha e sem grandes emoçes. Duas vidas que se cruzam inesperadamente por conta de um sequestro repentino. Porem, um sentimento diferente as toma de surpresa e ambas no sabem o que fazer com ele. Somente sentem que ja no conseguem mais viver longe uma da outra. Duvidas, medos e preconceitos envolvidos em um caso criminal. Elas precisam de ajuda para manterem-se a salvo. Tudo pode acontecer, inclusive o amor!

Born in 1950, Lothar Bergs life was shaped early on by the aftermath of World War II, which affected his family as well. His fathers suicide raised questions for him that could only be answered in the course of a long and eventful life. Early travel experiences in India and on the Asian continent inspired him to discover new worlds in South America and to embark on large-scale construction projects based on his own visions. An enriching, eventful biography that highlights not only the secret entanglements of life but also the challenging political and social conditions in South American countries such as Bolivia, Peru, Venezuela, and Colombia.

The intimate appreciation of an anonymous painting while at an exposition in Paris brings the three French women Ava, Hélène and Béatrice together. Little do they know that their paths will cross aga

O que pode nascer de uma simples reunião de amigas? Para Sarah, sobrevivente de um câncer, o que nasce é um sonho: dançar no maior Pow Wow do mundo, o Gathering of Nations, em Albuquerque. O desejo,

"Thuvia, Maid of Mars" follows Carthoris of Helium and the brilliant inventor Thurid as they search for Thuvia, a noble princess abducted amid political intrigue on Mars. As ancient rivalries, daring rescues, and scientific marvels collide, loyalty and courage are tested across Barsooms deadly landscapes, revealing a fast-paced tale of romance, honor, and planetary adventure.

"Thuvia, a Donzela de Marte" acompanha Carthoris de Helium e o brilhante inventor Thurid em sua busca por Thuvia, uma nobre princesa sequestrada em meio a intrigas políticas em Marte. À medida que an

"Thuvia, la Doncella de Marte" acompaña a Carthoris de Helium y al brillante inventor Thurid en su búsqueda de Thuvia, una noble princesa secuestrada en medio de intrigas políticas en Marte. A medida que antiguas rivalidades, audaces rescates y maravillas cientificas chocan entre si, la lealtad y el coraje se ponen a prueba en los mortiferos paisajes de Barsoom, revelando una trepidante historia de romance, honor y aventura planetaria.

Three friends. One boat. Countless disasters.In Three Men in a Boat, Jerome K. Jerome delivers one of the funniest travel novels ever written. When three friendsand a mischievous dogset off on a boating holiday along the River Thames, simple plans quickly turn into comic misadventures.Packed with witty observations, absurd situations, and timeless British humor, this classic novel captures the charm of friendship and the comedy hidden in everyday life.Lighthearted, clever, and endlessly entertaining, Three Men in a Boat remains a masterpiece of Victorian humor.Embark on a hilariously unforgettable journeydownload Three Men in a Boat today.

For Caitlin Bailey the past has been far from easy. Living in the shadows of her mothers mental illness, she has been brought up in Dublin by her Aunt Milla. Now aged 22 and with her mother back home, Caitlin is escaping to London with her artist boyfriend Fitz to live life on her own terms. What does she want? Who can she be?The emerging art scene of early 90s London brings a job as a gallery assistant and exciting new friends but intrusive memories of her childhood haunt Caitlins nights. And then Fitz leaves to work in Rye its temporary but feels like another abandonment. What follows will change everything.A love story in which past and present reverberate, Three Flowers asks what we need to hold and what we need to let go in order to love and live well.

In the smoky underworld of 1860s London, a labyrinth of molly houses, crumbling estates and illicit affairs, this gloriously gothic trans retelling of The Picture of Dorian Gray unfurls a twisting tale of love, deceit, and dissolution.This atmospheric reimagining is perfect for fans of Every Exquisite Thing and The Spirit Bares Its Teeth.London, 1867. Dorian Gray is wealthy, beautiful, and miserable. Heir to both the fortune and reputation of their austere, manipulative grandfather, their only moments of joy are snatched by sneaking out to their fathers gallery for secret visits. One night, they meet a sweet, talented young painter named Basil, who immediately recognizes Dorian as his new muse. Dorian is struck by the beauty and depth that Basil paints into their portraitand dares to hope there might be more to life than living as their grandfathers perfect, empty-headed heir.Basil and his friend Henry Wootton introduce Dorian to the heady world of molly houses and drag performers. But Dorians double life is shattered when a police investigation implicates them in "indecent" activities, andterrified of their grandfathers wraththey offer evidence against beloved drag performer Sybil Vane. Fleeing London in shame and disgrace, Dorian sets up a scandalous life in the country as Henrys mistress, throwing extravagant parties and breaking hearts at every turn.As Dorians spiral of self-loathing deepens, something strange happens: the portrait begins to change. Their smile becomes a little sharper, the glint in their eyes a little colder. Dorian will soon have to choose: embrace the wickedness within and become what they were always meant to be, or dare to try for something far more fragile and dangerous: a life of their own making.

This Side of Paradise is F. Scott Fitzgeralds groundbreaking debut novel, a vivid and introspective portrait of youth, ambition, and self-discovery in early twentieth-century America. First published in 1920, the novel announced the arrival of a powerful new literary voice and captured the restless spirit of a generation searching for meaning in a rapidly changing world.The story follows Amory Blaine, a charming and idealistic young man as he journeys from his privileged upbringing through prep school, Princeton University, and into early adulthood. Along the way, Amory experiences love, heartbreak, intellectual awakening, and profound disillusionment, confronting questions of identity, morality, and purpose. His relationships and aspirations reflect the uncertainties of a postWorld War I generation caught between traditional values and modern freedoms.Blending realism, romance, and philosophical reflection, Fitzgerald explores themes of youth, class, ambition, and the painful transition from innocence to experience. The novels innovative structure and lyrical prose mirror Amorys evolving consciousness, offering an intimate look at the emotional and intellectual struggles of young adulthood.This Side of Paradise is both a coming-of-age story and a cultural milestone, capturing the hopes and anxieties of Americas emerging Jazz Age. Honest, reflective, and emotionally resonant, the novel remains a timeless exploration of self-discovery and the enduring search for identity, making it essential reading for lovers of classic American literature.

Ideas that shaped modern self-improvement.Based on years of study, this influential book explores mindset, purpose, and disciplined thinking. Its focus is not shortcuts, but mental habits that shape achievement.A cornerstone of success philosophy.Return to it for motivation and direction.Why This Edition? Complete original text Clean modern formatting Clickable navigation Optimized Kindle reading Carefully proofread

Thérèse Raquin by Émile Zola is a dark and gripping novel that explores passion, guilt, and the psychological consequences of crime. First published in 1867, this groundbreaking work established Zola

First published in 1889 and co-written with Lloyd Osbourne, The Wrong Box is a brilliantly dark comedy that blends farce, satire, and mystery into one of Robert Louis Stevensons most entertaining and unconventional novels.The story revolves around a peculiar tontinean old-fashioned financial agreement in which the last surviving participant inherits the entire fortune. As the members of the tontine grow older and fewer, the value of survival becomes dangerously high. When one of the remaining heirs is believed to have died in a railway accident, a simple case of mistaken identity sets off a chain reaction of deception, greed, and absurd behavior.At the center of the chaos is a misdirected shipping cratethe "wrong box"containing a body that no one wants to claim and everyone wants to hide. As the box passes from place to place, it drags an increasingly tangled web of lies, impersonations, and moral compromises behind it. Each character, desperate to protect their financial interests or personal reputation, makes choices that only deepen the confusion.With sharp wit and biting social commentary, Stevenson skewers Victorian respectability, exposing the hypocrisy and selfishness that lurk beneath polite society. The novels brisk pace, clever dialogue, and outrageous situations make it a delightful contrast to Stevensons more serious adventure tales, revealing his talent for humor and satire.The Wrong Box is a masterful comedy of errors that explores the darker side of human nature through laughter. Filled with eccentric characters and unexpected twists, it remains a timeless classic for readers who enjoy witty mysteries, satirical fiction demonstrates how greed and self-interest can turn even the most respectable individuals into agents of chaos.

First published in 1892 and co-written with Lloyd Osbourne, The Wrecker is a gripping tale of mystery, adventure, and moral ambiguity set against the vast, unpredictable expanse of the Pacific.When Loudon Dodd, a struggling artist living in Paris, unexpectedly inherits a modest fortune, he uses it to invest in what seems like a promising opportunity: the purchase of a wrecked ship stranded on a remote Pacific island. What begins as a speculative business venture quickly spirals into a dangerous quest to uncover the truth behind the ships destruction and the sinister events surrounding it.As Dodd journeys from Europe to the islands of the South Seas, he is drawn into a web of deception, greed, and hidden crimes. Along the way, he encounters a vivid cast of charactersadventurers, con men, traders, and outcastseach with their own secrets and motives. The deeper Dodd investigates, the clearer it becomes that the wreck is no accident, and that powerful forces will go to great lengths to keep the truth buried.Blending elements of detective fiction, maritime adventure, and psychological drama, The Wrecker explores the darker side of human ambition and the ethical compromises people make in the pursuit of wealth and power. Stevensons masterful storytelling brings to life exotic locales, tense confrontations, and a steadily unfolding mystery that challenges the protagonists ideals and courage.Rich in atmosphere and suspense, The Wrecker stands as a compelling example of Stevensons ability to move beyond straightforward adventure into complex moral terrain. It is a novel that examines not only the perils of the sea, but also the treacherous depths of the human soulmaking it an enduring and thought-provoking read for lovers of classic literature and mystery alike.

What does true compassion look like in the midst of war?The Wound-Dresser by Walt Whitman is one of the most tender and powerful poems ever written about the human cost of conflict. Drawn from Whitmans real-life experience as a volunteer nurse during the American Civil War, the poem offers a deeply personal account of caring for wounded soldiers amid pain, fear, and loss.Rather than focusing on battle or glory, Whitman turns his attention to quiet acts of mercywashing wounds, holding hands, and offering comfort to the dying. His free-verse style gives voice to empathy, love, and the dignity of suffering humanity.This eBook presents the poem in a clear, accessible format, allowing readers to experience one of the most moving expressions of compassion in American literature.Inside this eBook, youll encounter:A firsthand poetic response to the Civil WarThemes of empathy, service, and human connectionWhitmans revolutionary free-verse styleA timeless meditation on suffering and careFrequently studied in literature and history courses, The Wound-Dresser remains essential reading for anyone interested in war poetry, caregiving, and the moral power of compassion.Witness the quiet heroism behind the front lines. Buy now and experience one of Walt Whitmans most heartfelt works.