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Heather Webb

    Heather Webbová je autorkou šesti historických románů zasazených do Francie. Její tvorba se vyznačuje hlubokým zájmem o historii a detailní vykreslením prostředí. Webbová se zaměřuje na příběhy, které prozkoumávají lidské vztahy a emoce v historických kulisách, přičemž klade důraz na autentičnost a pohlcující atmosféru. Její styl je obohacen o prvky cestování a gastronomie, které dodávají jejím dílům jedinečnou vrstvu.

    Small Group Leadership as Spiritual Direction
    Rodin's Lover
    Strangers in the Night
    Three Words for Goodbye
    Sejdeme se v Monaku
    Poslední Vánoce v Paříži
    • Poslední Vánoce v Paříži

      • 352 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení
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      Dopisy plné humoru, lásky a naděje V srpnu 1914 Anglie vstoupila do války. Studenti Tom a Will, plni nadšení, dobrovolně narukovali. Willova sestra Evie a její kamarádka Alice stejně jako ostatní předpokládaly, že válka nemůže trvat dlouho. Naplánovaly tedy společný vánoční výlet do Paříže. V dopisech, které si přátelé posílají, proniká na povrch krutost války, jež poznamenává jejich životy a z naivních dívek a chlapců se stávají dospělí lidé. A jejich společné Vánoce v Paříži se stále odkládají…

      Poslední Vánoce v Paříži
    • Sejdeme se v Monaku

      • 408 stránek
      • 15 hodin čtení
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      Nepravděpodobné přátelství na pozadí svatby století. Celebrity se houfují na filmovém festivalu v Cannes a ta největší hvězda, herečka Grace Kellyová, se touží dostat se z dosahu novinářů. Na útěku před vytrvalým fotografem Jamesem ji schová ve svém obchůdku parfumérka Sophie. Zrodí se mezi nimi přátelství, jež obě ženy spojí na dalších třicet let. Jamesovi se na okouzlující Sophii nedaří zapomenout, a proto přijímá úlohu reportéra na svatbě století. Do Monaka odjíždí s nadějí, že se s ní znovu setká.

      Sejdeme se v Monaku
    • Three Words for Goodbye

      • 400 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení
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      New York, 1937: When estranged sisters Clara and Madeleine Sommers learn their grandmother is dying, they agree to fulfill her last wish: to travel across Europe - together. They are to deliver three letters, in which Violet will say goodbye to those she hasn't seen since travelling to Europe forty years earlier. Constantly at odds with each other as they explore the luxurious Queen Mary, the Orient Express, and the sights of Paris and Venice, Clara and Madeleine wonder if they can fulfill Violet's wish, until a shocking truth about their family brings them closer together. Authors of "Meet Me in Monaco." Print run 30,000.

      Three Words for Goodbye
    • Strangers in the Night

      • 432 stránek
      • 16 hodin čtení
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      It was the tumultuous romance that scandalized the world: Frank Sinatra and Ava Gardner fought, loved, and lived life to the hilt. Now their unbridled story is brought vividly to life by Heather Webb, the bestselling author of Meet Me in Monaco and The Next Ship Home. In the golden age of Hollywood, two of the brightest stars would define--and defy--an era...She was the small-town southern beauty transformed into a Hollywood love goddess. He was the legendary crooner whose voice transfixed the world. They were Ava Gardner and Frank Sinatra. Separately they were irresistible; together they were an explosive combination.Ava's star is rising just as Frank's career--and public image as a family man--is taking a hit. Gone are the days of the screaming bobbysoxers and chart-topping hits. Ava, however, finds herself gracing the front page of every tabloid in America. Jealousy and cheating abound, and when the two succumb to their temperaments and their vices, their happiness is threatened at every turn.As the pair ride the rollercoaster of success and failure, passion and anger, they both wonder if the next turn will be the end of their careers, and most devastating of all--the end of all they've shared.A captivating novel with a star-studded cast spanning continents and decades, Strangers in the Night brings to life the most riveting love story of the twentieth century.

      Strangers in the Night
    • Rodin's Lover

      • 306 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení
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      A mesmerizing tale of art and passion in Belle Époque France As a woman, aspiring sculptor Camille Claudel has plenty of critics, especially her ultra-traditional mother. But when Auguste Rodin makes Camille his apprentice--and his muse--their passion inspires groundbreaking works. Yet, Camille's success is overshadowed by her lover's rising star, and her obsessions cross the line into madness. Rodin's Lover brings to life the volatile love affair between one of the era's greatest artists and a woman entwined in a tragic dilemma she cannot escape.

      Rodin's Lover
    • Small Group Leadership as Spiritual Direction

      Practical Ways to Blend an Ancient Art Into Your Contemporary Community

      • 140 stránek
      • 5 hodin čtení
      3,5(30)Ohodnotit

      Focusing on the role of a leader in small group settings, this book emphasizes the importance of spiritual direction as a means of guiding members toward a deeper relationship with God. Author Heather Webb draws from her extensive experience to provide practical strategies for addressing challenging questions and avoiding common pitfalls. By fostering an environment where the Holy Spirit can work, leaders can help group members discern Christ's call in their lives, transforming their ministry approach from mere leadership to meaningful direction.

      Small Group Leadership as Spiritual Direction
    • Christmas with the Queen

      • 384 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení

      Set against a festive backdrop, this heartwarming historical novel blends royal intrigue with romantic comedy. It captures the charm of a love story reminiscent of classic films, exploring themes of love, tradition, and the spirit of the season. With the combined talents of bestselling authors Hazel Gaynor and Heather Webb, readers can expect a delightful narrative filled with warmth and engaging characters, perfect for the holiday spirit.

      Christmas with the Queen
    • The Phantom's Apprentice

      • 360 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení

      The story revolves around Christine's struggle between fame at the Paris opera and her aspiration to master the art of illusions. To achieve her dream, she must navigate a perilous landscape filled with betrayal and danger, all while attempting to uncover the secrets of a mysterious mentor. As she embarks on this treacherous journey, she also confronts the complexities of love, ultimately risking everything in pursuit of her passion and the ultimate illusion.

      The Phantom's Apprentice
    • Fall of Poppies

      • 357 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení

      Top voices in historical fiction deliver an unforgettable collection of short stories set in the aftermath of World War I—featuring bestselling authors such as Hazel Gaynor, Jennifer Robson, Beatriz Williams, and Lauren Willig and edited by Heather Webb. On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month... November 11, 1918. After four long, dark years of fighting, the Great War ends at last, and the world is forever changed. For soldiers, loved ones, and survivors the years ahead stretch with new promise, even as their hearts are marked by all those who have been lost. As families come back together, lovers reunite, and strangers take solace in each other, everyone has a story to tell. In this moving anthology, nine authors share stories of love, strength, and renewal as hope takes root in a fall of poppies. Featuring: Jessica Brockmole Hazel Gaynor Evangeline Holland Marci Jefferson Kate Kerrigan Jennifer Robson Beatriz Williams Lauren Willig Heather Webb

      Fall of Poppies