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Barrett

    Tracy Barrettová je autorkou, která se nebojí žánrových přesunů. Její díla pro děti a mládež zahrnují historickou fikci, tajemství, fantasy, cestování v čase, přepracování mýtů a pohádek i současné realistické romány. S hlubokými znalostmi antického Řecka, Říma a evropského středověku, včetně schopnosti číst mrtvé jazyky, přináší do svých příběhů bohatství historie a kultury. Její přístup je založen na interdisciplinárním bádání a akademickém vzdělání, což jí umožňuje vytvářet poutavé a propracované světy pro mladé čtenáře.

    Sword of Damocles
    Savage Beast
    Cold in Summer
    Gospel according to St John
    Suck
    • This edition contains new material, taking account of work published on the Gospel of St John since this book's first publication. It also takes into account the evidence of the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Gnostic library of Nag-Hammadi. The commentary provides a detailed exegesis of John's text.

      Gospel according to St John
    • Cold in Summer

      • 208 stránek
      • 8 hodin čtení

      A new girl in town encounters a mysterious, old-fashioned girl who is lost and unable to find her way home. Their meeting sparks an intriguing friendship as they explore themes of belonging and the search for identity, unraveling the secrets of the past while navigating the complexities of their own lives.

      Cold in Summer
    • Savage Beast

      • 262 stránek
      • 10 hodin čtení

      The protagonist struggles with visions that their family views as a gift, yet they perceive as a curse. These visions isolate them, stripping away the joy of human connection and making even the simplest outings overwhelming due to the burden of seeing into others' lives. This internal conflict highlights themes of isolation, the weight of perception, and the desire for normalcy amidst extraordinary circumstances.

      Savage Beast
    • Sword of Damocles

      Some things are scarier than dead bodies

      • 292 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      Suspended from duty, Crime Scene Investigator Eddie Collins faces the consequences of his unorthodox methods. Rather than adhering to protocol, he challenges the system, leading to tensions within the law enforcement community. As he navigates the fallout from his actions, Eddie's determination to uncover the truth puts him at odds with his superiors and tests his commitment to justice. This gripping narrative explores themes of integrity, rebellion, and the complexities of crime-solving in a rigid framework.

      Sword of Damocles