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Kate Hill

    Kate Hill píše pro radost, ale i pro své čtenáře, které zaujme svým originálním stylem a hlubokými myšlenkami. Její díla se zaměřují na témata, která jsou blízká mnoha lidem, ať už jde o rodinné vztahy, nebo o osobní růst. Hillová dokáže mistrně pracovat s jazykem a vytvářet nezapomenutelné postavy, které čtenáře vtáhnou do děje a nepustí až do poslední stránky.

    Gascon Victors
    Scarlet Nights: A Blood and Soul Vampire Romance
    Spanish Style
    The Female Investor: Creating Wealth, Security, an d Freedom through Property
    Women and museums, 1850-1914
    Handsome Bastard: Ancient Blood 1
    • Handsome Bastard: Ancient Blood 1

      • 166 stránek
      • 6 hodin čtení
      4,0(1)Ohodnotit

      Leotine, a skilled huntress trained from a young age, embarks on a dangerous mission to eliminate the cunning vampire Cyprian Augustus, who has a history of turning hunters into his prey. Their deadly game intertwines themes of lust and survival as they confront each other. This re-edited edition of the original story includes two new scenes, enhancing the thrilling cat-and-mouse dynamic between the hunter and the blood drinker.

      Handsome Bastard: Ancient Blood 1
    • Women and museums, 1850-1914

      Modernity and the gendering of knowledge

      • 272 stránek
      • 10 hodin čtení
      4,2(6)Ohodnotit

      The book highlights the vital yet often overlooked roles women have played in museums, extending beyond traditional employment to include their influence as donors, visitors, and volunteers. It explores how women transformed museums into more domestic and child-friendly spaces, while also striving for careers in science and curatorship, often facing challenges in breaking into these male-dominated fields. Their contributions, though significant, were frequently confined to areas deemed feminine, reflecting broader societal dynamics.

      Women and museums, 1850-1914
    • **Winner of the Personal Finance and Investment Book of the Year at the Australian Business Book Awards 2022** Conquer the challenges faced as a woman pursuing financial independence and prosperity In The Female Investor: Creating Wealth, Security, and Freedom through Property, celebrated property and finance experts Nicola McDougall and Kate Hill deliver a practical and approachable guide for women of all ages as they navigate the world of property investing. You'll learn how to build equity and wealth in the property market and achieve financial independence, all while overcoming the gender-based salary deficit and balancing the demands of family and work. You’ll discover invaluable advice on: How to get started with property investing, regardless of what stage of life you're in How to protect your assets in the event of a relationship breakdown and handle "the talk" with your partner when you decide it’s time to join financial forces New strategies and trends for achieving financial independence, like rentvesting and co-buying The Female Investor is an essential read for young women just starting out in the workforce, long-time professionals returning to work after caring for a child, and any other woman trying their best to overcome the financial disadvantages faced by women everywhere. It also belongs in the libraries of anyone else who seeks to support the women in their lives.

      The Female Investor: Creating Wealth, Security, an d Freedom through Property
    • Features 23 distinctive homes and boutique hotels, concisely described by travel and design expert Kate Hill. Includes 500 specially commissioned images by celebrated interiors photographer Tim Clinch.

      Spanish Style
    • Driven by rage at the death of his family, Blair dedicates his new life as a vampire to fighting evil. But when he fails to save a family from the fate his own suffered, he retreats to endure self-imposed starvation while he immerses himself in his art. Alone and penniless, May is hired to care for Blair's country manor. She is soon infatuated with the handsome, tormented artist who has deeper secrets than she could ever imagine. The mysterious New Reign is seeking additional members. Their philosophy -- recruit or destroy. Given the chance to resurrect his murdered first wife and children, will Blair now sacrifice the woman he loves -- his wife and blood child, May? Scarlet Nights contains the previously published novellas Starving Artist, Hungry Novice, and Feasting With the Enemy

      Scarlet Nights: A Blood and Soul Vampire Romance
    • Gascon Victors

      • 162 stránek
      • 6 hodin čtení

      Gascon Victors is certain of just two things. He possesses magic, and he believes in love. Gascon Victors and the Private Professor: Professor Miles Taylor and the sexy janitor at his university are about to experience a mysterious intervention. On a stormy winter night, Gascon sets his magical plan in motion and gives them a weekend of passion that might last a lifetime. Gascon Victors and the Batty Beautician: Mia, a hardworking beautician, deserves to find Mr. Right. With a little magical manipulation, Gascon arranges for her to meet Harrison. Will they trust in love at first sight, or let the chance of a lifetime slip away? Gascon Victors and the Hunky Handyman: Since the death of her family, Alice is resigned herself to a lifetime of loneliness. When her sexy new landscaper rouses her passion, she wonders if she should finally take a risk. Austin's looking for a woman to share it with. He wants to help Alice overcome her fears, but will she let him?

      Gascon Victors
    • Britain and the Narration of Travel in the Nineteenth Century

      Texts, Images, Objects

      • 236 stránek
      • 9 hodin čtení

      Focusing on the diverse narratives of travel in the nineteenth century, this interdisciplinary collection explores how personal, public, and imperial experiences shaped travel discourse. The essays analyze various facets such as tourism, exploration, art, literature, technology, and material culture, highlighting the interplay and reactions among these narratives. Together, they reveal the emergence of new stories, objects, and modes of travel, showcasing the complexity of travel's representation during this transformative period.

      Britain and the Narration of Travel in the Nineteenth Century
    • The Long Sleep

      A Practical Guide to Supporting Young People with Suicidal Thoughts

      • 400 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení

      Focusing on the critical issue of youth suicide, this book aims to enhance our understanding of its complexities and underlying factors. Through insightful analysis and research, it addresses the challenges faced by young individuals and explores effective strategies for prevention and support. The contributions from experts in the field provide valuable perspectives that can inform better practices and policies, ultimately aiming to save lives and foster a deeper awareness of mental health among the youth.

      The Long Sleep
    • The Wild sisters possess an irresistible connection to their destined loves, showcasing the power of fate and deep emotional bonds. As they navigate life's challenges, their journeys highlight themes of love, loyalty, and the struggles of embracing one's true self amidst external pressures. Their stories intertwine, revealing how their relationships shape their identities and destinies.

      Wild Witches of Beaver Bay: Paranormal Women's Fiction
    • Where do you go for answers in the age of information? How do you love in grey areas of echoed ideas? When does understanding become manipulation? Forced into self-reflection, Eilidh explores the idea that no single answer is an entirely palatable truth - not when it comes to friends, philosophies or men.

      The Vagrant