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Exploring the intertwined lives of three women, the narrative delves into their familial bonds, shared aspirations, and the burdens of their past transgressions. As their stories unfold, themes of love, betrayal, and redemption emerge, revealing how their connections shape their identities and destinies. The book promises a deep emotional journey that examines the complexities of relationships and the impact of choices across generations.

Set against a backdrop of intense emotions, the narrative explores the intertwining lives of characters driven by passion and greed. As secrets unravel and lies are exposed, relationships are tested, leading to unexpected consequences. The tension builds as the characters navigate their desires and the moral complexities that arise, ultimately revealing the darker sides of ambition and love.

Works of genre fiction are a source of enjoyment, read during cherished leisure time and in incidental moments of relaxation. This original book takes readers inside three popular genres of fiction, including crime, fantasy, and romance, to reveal how personal tastes, social connections, and industry knowledge shape genre worlds. Attuned to both the pleasure and the profession of producing genre fiction, the authors investigate contemporary developments in the field?the rise of Amazon, self-publishing platforms, transmedia storytelling, and growing global publishing conglomerates?and show how these interact with older practices, from fan conventions to writers? groups. Sitting at the intersection of literary studies, genre studies, fan studies, and studies of the book and publishing cultures, Genre Worlds considers how contemporary genre fiction is produced and circulated on a global scale. Its authors propose an innovative theoretical framework that unfolds genre fiction?s most compelling characteristics: its connected social, industrial, and textual practices. As they demonstrate, genre fiction books are not merely texts; they are also nodes of social and industrial activity involving the production, dissemination, and reception of the texts.

Considering young adult fantasy (YA fantasy) texts alongside the way they are circulated and marketed, this Element aims to show that the YA fantasy genre is a dynamic formation that takes shape and reshapes itself responsively in a continuing process over time.

"Four years have passed since the five sisters--daughters of the ruling king--worked together to restore their father to health and to the throne, while fracturing the bonds between themselves almost irreparably. Only Bluebell is still at home, dutifully serving as heir to her father's kingdom. Rose has been cast aside by her former husband and hides in exile with her aunt, separated forever from her beloved daughter, Rowan. Ash wanders the distant wastes with her teacher, learning magic and hunting dragons, determined that the dread fate she has foreseen never comes to pass. Ivy rules over a prosperous seaport, married to an aged husband she hates, yet finding delight in her two young sons and the handsome captain of the guard. And as for Willow, she hides the most dangerous secret of all--one that could destroy all that the sisters once sought to save"

A diverse group of five sisters unites to confront their stepbrother in a quest to protect their kingdom, set against a backdrop of Norse mythology. This fantasy epic promises adventure and intrigue, drawing inspiration from renowned authors like Naomi Novik, Peter V. Brett, and Robin Hobb. As they navigate challenges and forge alliances, the sisters' unique strengths and dynamics play a crucial role in their fight for their realm.

Als Victoria Camber das Büro ihrer kranken Mutter in Bristol ausräumt, bringt der Fund eines Briefes sie auf die Spur eines Familiengeheimnisses und der dramatischen Lebensgeschichte einer ihr unbekannten Frau. Nordengland 1874: Endlich ist Agnes Resolute volljährig und darf das Findelhaus, in dem sie aufgewachsen ist, verlassen. Vor ihrer Abreise erfährt sie, dass ihr als Baby ein Andenken mitgegeben wurde – ein Knopf mit einem Einhorn. Agnes glaubt zu wissen, wem der Knopf gehörte: Genevieve Breakby, der Tochter einer noblen Familie. Doch diese hat England mittlerweile Richtung Australien verlassen. Und so begibt sich Agnes auf Suche nach ihrer Mutter und eine ungewisse Reise ...

Set in a single English village, this narrative weaves together a rich tapestry of stories spanning two millennia. It explores the lives of its inhabitants, revealing the evolution of the community through historical events, personal anecdotes, and folklore. Each tale reflects the changing social fabric, traditions, and challenges faced by the villagers, creating a vivid portrait of resilience and continuity in a small corner of the world.

The novel explores a scandalous attraction and a long-buried secret that intertwines the lives of two women. Set against a backdrop that promises transformation, it delves into themes of love, betrayal, and the impact of the past on the present, showcasing how unexpected connections can lead to profound changes.

Je kunt je verleden nooit achter je laten, maar je hoeft het niet je leven te laten bepalen. Walviseiland is de tweede heerlijke roman van Kimberley Freeman die je meeneemt naar het schitterende Australië. Engeland, 1891. De jonge Tilly Kirkland wordt door de knappe Jasper Dellafore het hof gemaakt. Maar als ze na hun huwelijk naar haar nieuwe thuis reist, verwordt haar droom van een gelukkig huwelijk tot een nachtmerrie. Australië, 2012. Bestsellerauteur Nina Jones kampt met een writer's block en de nasleep van een ongelukkige relatie. Als ze in de muren van het oude familiehuis Starwater House enkele pagina s uit het dagboek van haar overgrootmoeder vindt, stuit ze op een raadsel dat haar al snel helemaal in zijn greep houdt.