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Alina Adams

    Alina Adams se zaměřuje na napínavé zápletky s židovskými postavami a prostředím, které často zasazuje na východní pobřeží. Její styl kombinuje humor s obratným rozvíjením zápletky, přičemž prozkoumává témata identity a tradice. Adams vytváří poutavé příběhy, které čtenáře zaujmou svou jedinečnou atmosférou. Její díla jsou známá pro své inteligentní zápletky a sympatické postavy.

    La scelta di Nataša
    When a Man Loves a Woman
    My Mother's Secret
    Murder on Ice (Figure Skating Mystery)
    The Nesting Dolls
    • 2022

      My Mother's Secret

      A Novel of the Jewish Autonomous Region

      • 314 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      A cryptic question from Lena's dying father leads her on a transformative journey after his passing. As she uncovers the truth behind his words, Lena discovers revelations that profoundly impact her life and understanding of her family. This exploration of hidden truths and personal growth delves into themes of loss, discovery, and the complexities of familial relationships.

      My Mother's Secret
    • 2020

      The Nesting Dolls

      • 384 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení
      3,8(1023)Ohodnotit

      "Odessa, 1931. Marrying the handsome, wealthy Edward Gordon, Daria - born Dvora Kaganovitch - has fulfilled her mother's dreams. But a woman's plans are no match for the crushing power of Stalin's repressive Soviet state. To survive, Daria is forced to rely on the kindness of a man who takes pride in his own coarseness ... Odessa, 1970. Brilliant young Natasha Crystal is determined to study mathematics. But the Soviets do not allow Jewish students - even those as brilliant as Natasha - to attend an institute as prestigious as Odessa University. With her hopes for the future dashed, Natasha must find a new purpose - one that leads her into the path of a dangerous young man ... Brighton Beach, 2019. Zoe Venakovsky, known to her family as Zoya, has worked hard to leave the suffocating streets and small minds of Brighton Beach behind her - only to find that what she's tried to outrun might just hold her true happiness. Moving from a Siberian gulag to the underground world of Soviet refuseniks to oceanside Brooklyn, The Nesting Dolls is a heartbreaking yet ultimately redemptive story of circumstance, choice, and consequence - and three dynamic unforgettable women, all who will face hardships that force them to compromise their dreams as they fight to fulfill their destinies."--Publisher's description

      The Nesting Dolls
    • 2003

      From the author of "Sarah Hughes: Skating to the Stars" comes the first title in a new mystery series. Set in the cutthroat world of figure skating, "Murder on Ice" introduces amateur sleuth Rebecca "Bex" Levy, a researcher for a 24-hour skating network. Original.

      Murder on Ice (Figure Skating Mystery)
    • 2000

      When a Man Loves a Woman

      • 378 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení

      From the bestselling author of Annie's Wild Ride comes an unforgettable new novel that sizzles with passion and emotional power--a very contemporary romance that asks the provocative Can a man and a woman really be just friends?With his rugged good looks and undeniable charm, Dr. James Elliot is never at a loss for women. Lately, the hospital gossips have been buzzing about Elliot and his best friend and colleague, Dr. Deborah Brody. But their relationship is strictly platonic. That is, until one reckless, wondrous night.Still reeling from her husband's sudden death, Deborah turns to Elliot in passion and grief. In Elliot's strong arms, she finds solace, comfort, unexpected pleasure. But Deborah is afraid to let go of the past, to give herself to a man again--or to risk losing the cherished friend who has suddenly become something much more.But now Elliot knows there's no turning back. He's been in love with Deborah for years. And to win her, the doctor whose skilled hands have saved countless lives will face his toughest to heal a woman's wounded heart. Because for him, suddenly friendship just isn't enough.

      When a Man Loves a Woman