Andělé a lidé kdysi zplodili potomky – a bylo to zlé plémě, které zatratil sám Bůh. Jenže oni stále žijí mezi námi… Evangeline byla malou dívenkou, když ji její otec přivedl do kláštera sv. Růženy. Zde žije tichým životem řádové sestry, dokud nedostane dopis s podivnou žádostí. Kdosi pátrá po šedesát let staré korespondenci mezi matkou představenou a slavnou mecenáškou Abigail Rockefellerovou. Ukáže se, že za druhé světové války podporovala skupinu angelologů spojených s klášterem pátrajících po mocných a zákeřných potomcích padlých andělů. Evangeline odhaluje po tisíciletí zuřící boj mezi andělskou rasou Nefilim a angelology, mezi které patřili i její rodiče. Neobvykle vysocí, krásní a zločinní Nefilim se od počátku civilizace pohybovali v zákulisí historie a usilovali o opětovné získání své bývalé moci. Percival Grigori je jedním z nich, pomalu však umírá na záhadnou nemoc. Je klíčem k jeho uzdravení lyra mytického Orfea, po které pátrají celé generace angelologů? Dokáže ho Evangeline zastavit, než svou strašnou sílu obrátí proti lidstvu? A zatím hluboko v jeskyni v nepřístupných bulharských horách dlí praotcové zlovolných andělů. Jejich smrtonosná záře proniká klecemi, v nichž jsou uvězněni tisíce let, a jejich hněv se stupňuje…
Danielle Trussoni Knihy
Danielle Trussoni je autorkou nadpřirozených dobrodružných románů, které zkoumají témata rodové linie a temných míst, kam nás mohou naši předkové zavést. Její styl je popisován jako mrazivě imaginativní a její díla jako napínavá jízda, která čtenáře vtáhne do světa plného tajemství a dobrodružství. Prostřednictvím svých děl se Trussoni ponořuje do hlubin historie a lidské psychiky, aby odhalila složité vztahy mezi minulostí a přítomností.







Uplynulo deset let od chvíle, kdy se Verlaine díval, jak Evangeline letí z Brooklynského mostu, a pohled na její křídla byl zradou, která ho stále trápí. Nefilim jsou opět na vzestupu a spřádají plány na výstavbu vlastního ráje – zvaného Angelopolis – zuřivě pronásledovaní Verlainem, jenž změnil povolání a stal se lovcem andělů. Jakmile se však na scéně znovu objeví Evangeline, přepadnou Verlaina pochyby, které ještě posílí, když je síly mocnější než sami Nefilim táhnou od Paříže přes Petrohrad až do odlehlých oblastí Sibiře či na pobřeží Černého moře.
Recognized as one of the New York Times Book Review's 10 Best Books of the Year, this title stands out for its compelling narrative and rich character development. It explores profound themes that resonate with readers, offering a unique perspective on contemporary issues. The author's masterful storytelling and vivid prose create an immersive experience, drawing readers into the intricacies of the plot and the emotional depth of the characters. This book promises to leave a lasting impact, making it a must-read for enthusiasts of thought-provoking literature.
Angelopolis: A Novel (Angelology Series)
- 306 stránek
- 11 hodin čtení
A New York Times bestseller and global sensation, Angelology unfurled a brilliant tapestry of myth and biblical lore on our present-day world and plunged two star-crossed heroes into an ancient battle against mankind’s greatest enemy: the fatally attractive angel-human hybrids known as the Nephilim. With Angelopolis, the conflict deepens into an inferno of danger and passion unbound. A decade has passed since Verlaine saw Evangeline alight from the Brooklyn Bridge, the sight of her new wings a betrayal that haunts him still. Now an elite angel hunter for the Society of Angelology, he pursues his mission with single-minded devotion: to capture, imprison, and eliminate her kind. But when Evangeline suddenly appears on a twilit Paris street, Verlaine finds her nature to be unlike any of the other creatures he so mercilessly pursues, casting him into a spiral of doubt and confusion that only grows when she is abducted before his eyes by a creature who has topped the society’s most-wanted list for more than a century. The ensuing chase drives Verlaine and his fellow angelologists from the shadows of the Eiffel Tower to the palaces of St. Petersburg and deep into the provinces of Siberia and the Black Sea coast, where the truth of Evangeline’s origins—as well as forces that could restore or annihilate them all—lie in wait. Conceived against an astonishing fresh tableau of history and science, Angelopolis plumbs Russia’s imperial past, modern genetics, and ancient depictions of that most potent angelic appearance—the Annunciation of Gabriel—in a high-octane tale of abduction, treasure seeking, and divine warfare as the fate of humanity once again hangs in the balance.
The Ancestor
- 368 stránek
- 13 hodin čtení
From the New York Times, USA Today, and internationally bestselling author of the Angelology series comes a bewitching gothic novel of suspense that plunges readers into a world of dark family secrets, the mysteries of human genetics, and the burden of family inheritance. It feels like a fairy tale when Alberta "Bert" Monte receives a letter addressed to "Countess Alberta Montebianco" at her Hudson Valley, New York, home that claims she's inherited a noble title, money, and a castle in Italy. While Bert is more than a little skeptical, the mystery of her aristocratic family's past, and the chance to escape her stressful life for a luxury holiday in Italy, is too good to pass up. At first, her inheritance seems like a dream come true: a champagne-drenched trip on a private jet to Turin, Italy; lawyers with lists of artwork and jewels bequeathed to Bert; a helicopter ride to an ancestral castle nestled in the Italian Alps below Mont Blanc; a portrait gallery of ancestors Bert never knew existed; and a cellar of expensive vintage wine for Bert to drink. But her ancestry has a dark side, and Bert soon learns that her family history is particularly complicated. As Bert begins to unravel the Montebianco secrets, she begins to realize her true inheritance lies not in a legacy of ancestral treasures, but in her very genes. --Victor LaValle, author of The Changeling
A whirlwind romance unfolds between writer Danielle Trussoni and a captivating Bulgarian novelist, marked by their shared passions for music, literature, and travel. Their deep connection quickly leads to marriage, setting the stage for an adventurous life filled with exploration and creativity.
The Fortress
- 500 stránek
- 18 hodin čtení
The memoir explores the author's journey of self-discovery and emotional growth while living in Southern France. Through her experiences, she gains insights into authenticity, commitment, and the essence of family. As she confronts her illusions and seeks true happiness, Danielle Trussoni uncovers the strength to embrace new beginnings and navigate the complexities of her heart.
The Puzzle Box
- 336 stránek
- 12 hodin čtení
The story revolves around two sisters and a lost imperial treasure, presenting a high-stakes challenge for the world's greatest puzzle master. With only twenty-four hours to unravel a perilous mystery, he faces life-or-death consequences. The narrative promises a fast-paced, suspenseful experience, showcasing intricate puzzles and thrilling twists, as praised by notable authors and critics.
Linguistic and Discursive Aspects of Translation Criticism
- 180 stránek
- 7 hodin čtení
This study is led by the overarching idea that a precise metalanguage should be required when intending to critically talk about translations as texts. Due to the lack of communication between the translation industry and academic research, on the one hand, the notions heralded by Translation Studies are regarded as "parochial," "too technical" and "academic" by professionals (a category that includes editors, proofreaders, translation agencies and all the other figures working in the translation industry), who oftentimes prefer to rely exclusively on their own experience; on the other hand, scholars sometimes fail to make their findings accessible to whole community of practitioners. This book intends to provide a practical, flexible and accurate model to be used when discussing translations. The model will be tested against a case study, i.e. the translations of Joseph Conrad's The Secret Sharer into Italian, which also provides an interesting overview of translation practices in Italy from the 1940s onwards.