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Highfire: An absolutely thrilling, addictive, explosive page-turning fantasy adventure
by Eoin ColferFrom the internationally bestselling author of the Artemis Fowl series: Eoin Colfer's first adult fantasy novel is a hilarious, high-octane adventure about a vodka-drinking, Flashdance-loving dragon who's been hiding out from the world - and potential torch-carrying mobs - in a Louisiana bayou . . . until his peaceful world's turned upside down by a well-intentioned but wild Cajun tearaway and the crooked (and heavily armed) law officer who wants him dead.Squib Moreau may be swamp-wild, but his intentions are (generally) good: he really wants to be a supportive son to his hard-working momma Elodie. But sometimes life gets in the way - like when Fake Daddy walked out on them leaving a ton of debt, or when crooked Constable Regence Hooke got to thinking pretty Elodie Moreau was just the gal for him . . . An apprenticeship with the local moonshine runner, servicing the bayou, looks like the only way to pay off the family debts and maybe get Squib and his momma a place in town, far from Constable Hooke's unwanted courtship and Fake Daddy's reputation. Unfortunately for Squib, Hooke has his own eye on that very same stretch of bayou - and neither of them have taken into account the fire-breathing dragon hiding out in the Louisiana swamp . . . For Squib Moreau, Regence Hooke and Vern, aka Lord Highfire of Highfire Eyrie, life is never going to be the same again.HIGHFIRE: A triumphant genre-bending tour-de-force of comedy and action by the million-copy-selling master storyteller(p) 2019 HarperCollins Audio
Highfire: A Novel
by Eoin Colfer“True Detective meets Swamp Thing in the Artemis Fowl author’s neo-noirish thriller about a curmudgeonly dragon in Louisiana.” —GuardianFrom the New York Times bestselling author of the Artemis Fowl series comes a hilarious and high-octane adult novel about a vodka-drinking, Flashdance-loving dragon who lives an isolated life in the bayous of Louisiana—and the raucous adventures that ensue when he crosses paths with a fifteen-year-old troublemaker on the run from a crooked sheriff.In the days of yore, he flew the skies and scorched angry mobs—now he hides from swamp tour boats and rises only with the greatest reluctance from his Laz-Z-Boy recliner. Laying low in the bayou, this once-magnificent fire breather has been reduced to lighting Marlboros with nose sparks, swilling Absolut in a Flashdance T-shirt, and binging Netflix in a fishing shack. For centuries, he struck fear in hearts far and wide as Wyvern, Lord Highfire of the Highfire Eyrie—now he goes by Vern. However...he has survived, unlike the rest. He is the last of his kind, the last dragon. Still, no amount of vodka can drown the loneliness in his molten core. Vern’s glory days are long gone. Or are they?A canny Cajun swamp rat, young Everett “Squib” Moreau does what he can to survive, trying not to break the heart of his saintly single mother. He’s finally decided to work for a shady smuggler—but on his first night, he witnesses his boss murdered by a crooked constable. Regence Hooke is not just a dirty cop, he’s a despicable human being—who happens to want Squib’s momma in the worst way. When Hooke goes after his hidden witness with a grenade launcher, Squib finds himself airlifted from certain death by…a dragon?The swamp can make strange bedfellows, and rather than be fried alive so the dragon can keep his secret, Squib strikes a deal with the scaly apex predator. He can act as his go-between (aka familiar)—fetch his vodka, keep him company, etc.—in exchange for protection from Hooke. Soon the three of them are careening headlong toward a combustible confrontation. There’s about to be a fiery reckoning, in which either dragons finally go extinct—or Vern’s glory days are back.A triumphant return to the genre-bending fantasy that Eoin Colfer is so well known for, Highfire is an effortlessly clever and relentlessly funny tour-de-force of comedy and action.
The Highland Countess (The Changing Fortunes Series #6)
by M. C. BeatonAn innocent Scottish widow desires the love of a worldly lord in this Regency romance by the bestselling author of the Hamish Macbeth mysteries.Morag Fleming, the Countess of Murr, had been bride to the most lecherous lord in Scotland—yet the ravishingly lovely girl had never been touched. So it was that Morag had never borne a child—yet as a young widow, she arrived in London with a fine son in tow. Her background had left her ignorant of the follies and fopperies of fashion—yet soon all of society was at her feet. Most incredible of all, she knew so little about the ways and wiles of love—yet set her heart upon none other than the devastatingly handsome, charming, and wealthy Lord Toby Freemantle, who could have any woman he wanted, and was clearly not interested in her . . .ABOUT THE COLLECTION What could be more engaging than the women who rise from the commoner classes and minor nobility to triumph in the unforgiving high society of London. Read about women who have lost their fortunes, country girls at their first season, and new wives who can&’t resist temptation in the nine titles of the Changing Fortunes Collection.
Highland Fling
by Nancy MitfordIn Highland Fling--Nancy Mitford's first novel, published in 1931--a set of completely incompatible and hilariously eccentric characters collide in a Scottish castle, where bright young things play pranks on their stodgy elders until the frothy plot climaxes in ghost sightings and a dramatic fire. Inspired in part by Mitford's youthful infatuation with a Scottish aristocrat, her story follows young Jane Dacre to a shooting party at Dulloch Castle, where she tramps around a damp and chilly moor on a hunting expedition with formidable Lady Prague, xenophobic General Murgatroyd, one-eyed Admiral Wenceslaus, and an assortment of other ancient and gouty peers of the realm, while falling in love with Albert, a surrealist painter with a mischievous sense of humor. Lighthearted and sparkling with witty banter, Highland Fling was Mitford's first foray into the delightful fictional world for which the author of The Pursuit of Love and Love in a Cold Climate later became so celebrated.With an Introduction by Julian Fellowes, creator of Downton Abbey.
Highland Treasure: Highland Brides (Highland Brides #9)
by Lynsay SandsA Buchanan brother finds a love to treasure in this scintillating historical romance from New York Times bestselling author Lynsay Sands… After escaping from the English soldiers who attacked her home and imprisoned her in a dungeon, Lady Elysande de Valance is grateful for the rugged Scots who are escorting her to safety in the Highlands. <P><P>Even with danger dogging their every step, she hadn’t expected to welcome the strong comforting embrace of their leader, Rory Buchanan. They say he’s a healer, but she finds the heat of his touch does so much more… <P><P>Let his brothers get married—Rory is too busy tending to the sick to be bothered with wooing a bride. But when he is tasked with accompanying a family friend’s “treasure” to the Highlands, he is surprised to learn the treasure is a beautiful woman on the run—and even more surprised to discover bruises hidden by her veil. Rory makes it his mission to tend to her injuries and protect her, but the thought of losing her makes him realize that perhaps it is his heart that is most in need of healing… <P><P> <b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
Highland Wolf: Highland Brides (Highland Brides #10)
by Lynsay SandsNew York Times Bestselling Author Lynsay Sands delivers another sexy historical romance set in the wilds of the HighlandsIn all her daydreams about her wedding day, Lady Claray MacFarlane never once imagined being dragged to the altar by her greedy uncle and forced to marry a man she didn’t know. But that’s what happened, or would have, had a Highland warrior not snatched her up at the last minute and ridden off with her in his arms. . .They call him the Wolf. The mercenary’s courage and prowess in battle are known throughout the Highlands, and with his handsome face and black-as-sin hair, he is as intelligent and deadly as the wolf he was named for…But the Wolf is also Claray’s betrothed. Thought to have been killed as a child, he’s been in hiding all these years. Now he’s determined to earn enough coin to rebuild his home, reclaim his birthright, and honor his marriage contract to Claray. For he’s fallen for the tender-hearted lass…and he will do anything to protect her and their future together.
A Highlander in a Pickup: A Highland, Georgia Novel (The Highland, Georgia Novels #2)
by Laura TrenthamA Highlander in a Pickup is the second book in award-winning author Laura Trentham's romantic comedy Highland Georgia series, full of love, laughs...and highlanders!When a gorgeous new man—in a kilt—comes to town, life in Highland, Georgia will never be the same…Iain Connors is the poster boy for the strong and silent type. Growing up a loner at Cairndow Castle in Scotland with only the cliffs and moors for company, it’s understood Iain will assume the mantle of Cairndow groundskeeper when his father is ready to relinquish it. But his stint in Her Majesty’s Armed Forces has opened up a whole new world—and now, rather than settle down, he accepts an invitation to travel to the States to take charge of the Highland Games. After all, he’s led men into battle, how hard can planning a party be?Anna Maitland is ready to step up for her best friend Isabel Blackmoor, who can’t run the Games in their hometown this year. Surely Anna, a dance instructor with boundless energy, spirit, and charm, is up for the challenge? What she doesn’t anticipate is a man in a kilt who turns up claiming he’s the one in charge. What’s worse about this Iain? He’s so infuriatingly handsome that she can’t help but fantasize about him whispering sweet-nothings in her ear in his rumbly, sexy brogue. . .“Trentham never misses the mark when she takes aim at the heart.”—Night Owl Reviews
A Highlander is Coming to Town: A Highland, Georgia Novel (Highland, Georgia #3)
by Laura TrenthamThe third book in the Highland, Georgia romantic comedy series from Laura Trentham, A Highlander is Coming to Town, full of love, laughs...and highlanders!You better watch out. . . Holt Pierson is dreading Christmas. His parents absconded to Florida for the season and left him to handle the family farm which will be his one day—whether he wants it or not. Driven by duty, Holt has always followed the path expected of him. But lately, he’s been questioning what he wants and where he belongs. Will assuming the responsibility of the Pierson farm make him happy or is there something—or someone—else out in the wider world calling to him?To Claire Smythe, the Scottish lead singer of a touring band, Highland, Georgia, is the perfect place to hide . . .until a very handsome and deeply curious Holt begins to ask all the questions Claire doesn’t want to answer. As Holt draws Claire out from under and into the fabric of small-town life, can Claire put the past behind her and embrace the unexpected gifts of the season—including the new and lasting love? “Laura Trentham creates a romance that is both extremely sensual and phenomenal.”—Fresh Fiction
Highlander Taken (Clan Mackenzie)
by Juliette MillerIn this historical romance, an arranged marriage forces a Scottish warrior and a maiden to confront passion and treachery.To secure her family’s alliance with the powerful Clan Mackenzie, Stella Morrison has no choice but to wed the notorious Kade Mackenzie. Unable to ignore the whispers that surround him, she resigns herself to a marriage in name only. Yet as the fierce warrior strips away Stella’s doubt one seductive touch at a time, burgeoning desire forces her to question all she holds as truth.Leading a rebellious army should have been Kade’s greatest challenge—but conquering the heart of his reluctant bride becomes an all-consuming need. Now more than ever, he’s determined to find victory both on the battlefield and in the bedchamber. But the quest for triumph unleashes a dark threat, and this time, only love may prove stronger than danger.Praise for Highlander Claimed“A stunning debut . . . It’s an action-packed romance full of fierce warriors, strong women, rebelling clans and secrets worth killing for.” —RT Book Reviews
A Highlander Walks Into a Bar: A Highland, Georgia Novel (The Highland, Georgia Novels #1)
by Laura TrenthamWhen two gorgeous Scotsmen arrive in smalltown Georgia, innocent Highland Games lead to serious passion in this contemporary romantic comedy.Isabel Buchanan is fiery, funny, and never at a loss for words. But she is struck speechless when her mother returns from a trip to Scotland with a six-foot-tall, very handsome souvenir. Izzy’s mother is so infatuated by the fellow that Izzy has to plan their annual Highland Games all by herself. Well, not completely by herself. The Highlander’s strapping young nephew has come looking for his uncle . . .Alasdair Blackmoor has never seen a place as friendly as this small Georgia town—or a girl as brilliant and beguiling as Izzy. Instead of saving his uncle, who seems to be having a lovely time, Alasdair decides he’d rather help Izzy with the Highland Games. Show her how to dance like a Highlander. Drink like a Highlander. And maybe, just maybe, fall in love with a Highlander. But when the games are over, where do they go from here?
A Highlander's Obsession: A Highlander's Beloved Novel (Highlander's Beloved #1)
by Vonnie DavisIn the vein of Jennifer Ashley's Shifters Unbound series and Shelly Laurenston's Pride Stories, Vonnie Davis introduces two wandering souls who discover that true love needs no words in this explosive, fantastical novel. Somehow able to telepathically communicate with animals, Paisley Munro has found meaning in her so-called gifts by working as a veterinary assistant. But while traveling to Scotland for a relative's funeral, Paisley fears that she really has lost her mind. Out in the highlands, she hears distinctly human thoughts coming from a wild bear. Terrified and desperate, she returns to the lodge and collapses in the powerful arms of its owner, a mysterious man with whom she shares a simmering attraction. Creighton Matheson and his fellow shape-shifters have been roaming this land freely for centuries. Now Paisley may inherit his home, putting his kind in grave danger. His mistrust only deepens when he realizes she can read his mind. Yet he cannot deny that this tantalizing woman makes him burn with desire--and hunger for the prospect of a tender love. Now Creighton must decide which would hurt more: revealing the truth or losing Paisley forever.Advance praise for A Highlander's Obsession "Sexy, magical, and full of hot, kilted men! The perfect romantic read!"--New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Laura Kaye "While I enjoy all sub-genres of romance, A Highlander's Obsession, Ms. Davis's funny, sexy, and suspenseful new paranormal romance has shot to the top of my list!"--Dixie Lee Brown, author of the Trust No One series "Brilliant, sexy, and laugh-out-loud hilarious, A Highlander's Obsession belongs on the keeper shelf to enjoy again and again, right next to all of Vonnie Davis's fabulous stories! Get ready to fall in love. Creighton Matteson has just skyrocketed to the top of my all-time favorite romance heroes list! I can't wait for the other books in this series. Kudos to Ms. Davis for creating this memorable paranormal romance."--AJ Nuest, author of The Golden Key Chronicles "Sexy and funny with characters that walk straight into your heart . . . Vonnie Davis will have you rushing to turn the pages until the very last word. Scots, kilts, and bears, oh my!"--Sarah Grimm, author of the Black Phoenix series "Vonnie Davis delivers a sexy paranormal romance to tickle your funny bone and leave you sighing."--Mackenzie Crowne "A Highlander's Obsession is one of those stories you never want to end, a sizzling romance packed with a hot kilted hero, an ancient curse, and the magical beauty of the Highlands. I laughed. I cried. I cheered. I cursed. Don't miss this delightful escape from 'real' life!"--Maeve Greyson, author of A Highlander in Her Past "Charming, sexy, and full of surprises: A Highlander's Obsession is all this and more. Add it to your 'must-read' list. Warning: You're going to fall in love with Creighton and his clan."--Amie Louellen, author of Ten Reasons Not to Date a Cop"Where to begin? Where. To. Begin . . . From start to finish, conflict to resolution, this was sheer brilliance."--Kelly Moran, author of The Dysfunctional Test Includes a special message from the editor, as well as excerpts from other Loveswept titles.
A Highlander's Passion: A Highlander's Beloved Novel (Highlander's Beloved #2)
by Vonnie DavisTwo of the wildest hearts in Scotland fight for their destiny in this searing-hot romance, sure to be devoured by fans of Jennifer Ashley's Shifters Unbound series and Shelly Laurenston's Pride Stories. As a bear-shifter in a pack roaming the Scottish countryside, Bryce Matheson embodies brute force and untamed abandon. As a widower, he's running scared. When Bryce attempted to open his scarred heart to another, she grew tired of waiting for him to state his intentions, and the unearthly beauty spurned him for someone who wasn't worthy. But now that fate has conspired to set Kenzie Denune free once again, Bryce vows to finally win her love. Kenzie is a witch who summons her powers to protect those too weak to care for themselves. After surviving an abusive husband, she swears off men--even men like Bryce, whose iron muscles make her knees weak, and whose piercing eyes fill her with longing. Her life's purpose is to help others. However, dark forces have different plans for her gifts. To save herself, Kenzie must team up with the shifter who has always stirred her soul--and trust in a passion powerful enough to set her blood aflame.Praise for A Highlander's Passion "A sexy power play between two characters that brought me to tears with laughter and emotion . . . I'm in love with the Highlander's Beloved series!"--Kelly Moran, award-winning author of Return to Me "A sexy-hot blast of mystery, magic, and a second chance at claiming the love of a lifetime."--Maeve Greyson, author of the Highland Time Runners series "Packed with red hot passion, mystical suspense, and snicker-inducing humor, this heart-tugging kilted romance entertains and satisfies from beginning to end. Well done, Ms. Davis."--Mackenzie Crowne, RONE Award-winning author of A Song for Sophie"Vonnie Davis is a bard of romance in the truest sense of the word: She's a comedian, a storyteller, and a poet. I never hesitate to recommend her to readers because she never fails to deliver. She's absolutely brilliant."--Melissa Snark, author of Battle Cry"The beautiful Highlands, witchcraft, and shifters set the scene for this passionate tale."--Fresh Fiction "I am such a huge fan of Vonnie Davis. Her books just make me happy."--Romancing the Readers "I loved A Highlander's Passion. . . . We have some very sexy Highlander bear shifters, great fun-loving characters, and a sweet romance. . . . I can't wait for more books in this series."--Angel's Guilty Pleasures "An excellent story that had a whole lot of everything I needed to escape the real world for a few hours: lust, love, the past, the present, the future, a touch of mystery and suspense, and a healthy happily ever after."--Written Love "Quite an entertaining read, exciting and action-packed."--Musings of a Bookish Kitty "A good read for fans of Katie MacAlister's books . . . I'd recommend this to readers who like contemporary Highland romance and paranormal romance with a lot of action."--Libromancer's Apprentice "This fun, sexy read kept me turning the pages needing to know more about the sexy shifter and his witch."--Travels n Reads Includes a special message from the editor, as well as an excerpt from another Loveswept title.
Highly Inappropriate Tales for Young People
by Douglas CouplandIn the grand tradition of Edward Gorey's Gashlycrumb Tinies, Tim Burton's Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy and Hillaire Belloc's Cautionary Tales for Children, comes Douglas Coupland and Graham Roumieu's Highly Inappropriate Tales for Young People.Ever wonder what would happen if Douglas Coupland's unhinged imagination met Graham Roumieu's insane knack for illustrating the ridiculously weird? The answer is seven deliciously wicked tales featuring seven highly improbable, not only inappropriate, characters, including Donald the Incredibly Hostile Juice Box, Hans the Weird Exchange Student, Brandon the Action Figure with Issues and Kevin the Hobo Minivan with Extremely Low Morals. If you are over the age of consent, seriously weird or just like to laugh, you'll love the unlovable miscreants who unleash their dark and unruly desires on every page of these unsuitable, completely hilarious tales.
Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute
by Talia HibbertFrom the New York Times bestselling author of the Brown Sisters trilogy, comes a laugh-out-loud YA novel about a quirky content creator and a clean-cut athlete testing their abilities to survive the great outdoors - and each other.Could you brave the wilderness with your HIGHLY SUSPICIOUS and UNFAIRLY CUTE ex-best friend? BRADLEY GRAEME is pretty much perfect: he's a star football player, manages his OCD well (enough) and comes out on top in all his classes . . . except the ones he shares with CELINE BANGURA. They used to be best friends, until Brad decided he was too cool for conspiracy-theory-obsessed Celine and abandoned her for the popular kids' table. (At least, that's how Celine sees it.) These days, there's nothing between them but insults and academic rivalry. So when Celine signs up for a two-part survival course in the woods, the last thing she expects is to find Brad right beside her. Forced to work as a team for the chance to win the grand prize, Celine and Bradley must trudge through not just mud and dirt but their messy past. As this adventure brings them closer together, they start to remember all the good parts of their history. But has too much time passed . . . or just enough to spark a whole new kind of relationship?Praise for Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute'A pure delight. This book is confirmation: no one does love stories like Talia Hibbert' LEAH JOHNSON, bestselling author of You Should See Me in a Crown'An effervescent, funny, tender, and joyous story' YAMILE SAIED ME´NDEZ, award-winning author of Furia'A razor-sharp, witty enemies-to-lovers rom-com. Readers will laugh out loud and swoon at the same time. Simply unputdownable' EMIKO JEAN, New York Times bestselling author of Tokyo Ever After'Hibbert delivers yet another swoon-worthy romance filled with banter that made me grin like a fool from one page to the next. I dare you not to fall in love' JESSE Q. SUTANTO, bestselling author of Dial A for Aunties
Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute
by Talia HibbertFrom the New York Times bestselling author of the Brown Sisters trilogy, comes a laugh-out-loud YA novel about a quirky content creator and a clean-cut athlete testing their abilities to survive the great outdoors - and each other.Could you brave the wilderness with your HIGHLY SUSPICIOUS and UNFAIRLY CUTE ex-best friend? BRADLEY GRAEME is pretty much perfect: he's a star football player, manages his OCD well (enough) and comes out on top in all his classes . . . except the ones he shares with CELINE BANGURA. They used to be best friends, until Brad decided he was too cool for conspiracy-theory-obsessed Celine and abandoned her for the popular kids' table. (At least, that's how Celine sees it.) These days, there's nothing between them but insults and academic rivalry. So when Celine signs up for a two-part survival course in the woods, the last thing she expects is to find Brad right beside her. Forced to work as a team for the chance to win the grand prize, Celine and Bradley must trudge through not just mud and dirt but their messy past. As this adventure brings them closer together, they start to remember all the good parts of their history. But has too much time passed . . . or just enough to spark a whole new kind of relationship?Praise for Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute'A pure delight. This book is confirmation: no one does love stories like Talia Hibbert' LEAH JOHNSON, bestselling author of You Should See Me in a Crown'An effervescent, funny, tender, and joyous story' YAMILE SAIED ME´NDEZ, award-winning author of Furia'A razor-sharp, witty enemies-to-lovers rom-com. Readers will laugh out loud and swoon at the same time. Simply unputdownable' EMIKO JEAN, New York Times bestselling author of Tokyo Ever After'Hibbert delivers yet another swoon-worthy romance filled with banter that made me grin like a fool from one page to the next. I dare you not to fall in love' JESSE Q. SUTANTO, bestselling author of Dial A for Aunties
Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute
by Talia HibbertFrom the New York Times bestselling author of the Brown Sisters trilogy, comes a laugh-out-loud story about a quirky content creator and a clean-cut athlete testing their abilities to survive the great outdoors—and each other.Bradley Graeme is pretty much perfect. He&’s a star football player, manages his OCD well (enough), and comes out on top in all his classes . . . except the ones he shares with his ex-best friend, Celine. Celine Bangura is conspiracy-theory-obsessed. Social media followers eat up her takes on everything from UFOs to holiday overconsumption—yet, she&’s still not cool enough for the popular kids&’ table. Which is why Brad abandoned her for the in-crowd years ago. (At least, that&’s how Celine sees it.)These days, there&’s nothing between them other than petty insults and academic rivalry. So when Celine signs up for a survival course in the woods, she&’s surprised to find Brad right beside her.Forced to work as a team for the chance to win a grand prize, these two teens must trudge through not just mud and dirt but their messy past. And as this adventure brings them closer together, they begin to remember the good bits of their history. But has too much time passed . . . or just enough to spark a whole new kind of relationship?
The Highs and Lows of Being Mia: The Princess Diaries, Volumes III & IV
by Meg CabotThis two-in-one volume contains Cabot's #1 "New York Times" bestselling books that continue the story of Princess Mia of Genovia: Volume 3: "Princess in Love" and Volume 4: "Princess in Waiting."
Los hijos del Scarlatti: Los Hijos Del Scarlatti (Infinity Drake #Volumen 1)
by John McNallyCon Los hijos del Scarlatti comienzan las aventuras de «Infinity Drake», una serie que fascinará a lectores aficionados a las historias basadas en hechos científicos. Un poco de ciencia ficción, mucha acción, muchísimo humor y, sobre todo, unos personajes inolvidables. Aprovechando la ausencia de su abuela, con quien vive desde la muerte de sus padres, Infinity Finn Drake -un chico de doce años apasionado de la ciencia- se marcha unos días a los Pirineos con su tío Al, experto en química atómica. Cuando este es convocado urgentemente a una reunión secreta, se lleva a su sobrino con él. La situación es grave. Un investigador con aviesas intenciones ha dejado en libertad a uno de los dos únicos ejemplares del scarlatti, un insecto mutante del tamaño de un pulgar y parecido a una avispa, capaz de inocular cientos de dosis de un veneno mortal. Si alguien consiguiera manipularlo y reproducirlo, el scarlatti supondría un peligro incalculable para la Humanidad. Consultados los científicos sobre la mejor manera de localizar y liquidar a la bestia, el plan propuesto por el tío Al es el escogido para ejecutar la misión: con ayuda de un acelerador de partículas, se encogerá a una unidad militar de élite que, provista de un helicóptero igualmente diminuto pilotado por la intrépida Delta, deberá perseguir al scarlatti hasta destruirlo. Pero un presunto sabotaje produce un efecto inesperado: Finn también ha sido reducido a un tamaño de nueve milímetros, por lo que los militares, muy interesados en contar con sus conocimientos, deciden incorporarlo al comando que ha de exterminar al feroz animal.
The Hike: A Novel
by Drew Magary"The Hike is Cormac McCarthy's Alice in Wonderland--gritty and terrifying but with deliriously surreal twists and turns." --Jeffrey Cranor, New York Times bestselling cowriter of Welcome to Night Vale"It's kind of a more cynical version of The Phantom Tollbooth mixed with a game of Dungeons & Dragons." --Wired, chosen as one of "This Summer's 14 Must-Read Books"From the author of The Postmortal, a fantasy saga unlike any you've read before, weaving elements of folk tales and video games into a riveting, unforgettable adventure of what a man will endure to return to his family When Ben, a suburban family man, takes a business trip to rural Pennsylvania, he decides to spend the afternoon before his dinner meeting on a short hike. Once he sets out into the woods behind his hotel, he quickly comes to realize that the path he has chosen cannot be given up easily. With no choice but to move forward, Ben finds himself falling deeper and deeper into a world of man-eating giants, bizarre demons, and colossal insects. On a quest of epic, life-or-death proportions, Ben finds help comes in some of the most unexpected forms, including a profane crustacean and a variety of magical objects, tools, and potions. Desperate to return to his family, Ben is determined to track down the "Producer," the creator of the world in which he is being held hostage and the only one who can free him from the path. At once bitingly funny and emotionally absorbing, Magary's novel is a remarkably unique addition to the contemporary fantasy genre, one that draws as easily from the world of classic folk tales as it does from video games. In The Hike, Magary takes readers on a daring odyssey away from our day-to-day grind and transports them into an enthralling world propelled by heart, imagination, and survival.From the Hardcover edition.
Hilarious Fishing Cartoons: 300 Hilarious Cartoons By John Troy (Lyons Press Ser.)
by Nick Lyons Doris Troy John TroyAny angler who has ever been out-fished by a beginner with a twig and some twine or questioned whether bass are smarter than he is will be in good company here. Hilarious Fishing Cartoons pokes fun at every kind of angling absurdity. Tiers struggling to tie microscopic flies, bass fishermen who catch more boots than bass, weekenders loaded down with every gizmo and piece of tackle in the shop, and fanatical, freezing ice fishermen doomed to drill and not grill are all represented. Troy's pen is deft and clever, and his one-liners are truly side-splitting. The next time your line gets so tangled you're ready to curse or quit fishing forever, remember these cartoons and you may just find yourself chuckling instead.
Hilarious, Heartwarming Heroines: Four Novels
by Sophie KinsellaNobody does smart, screwball romantic comedy quite like Sophie Kinsella, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the beloved Shopaholic series. In these four stand-alone novels, Kinsella's charming heroines juggle work life, love life--and sometimes, even the afterlife--to heartwarming and hilarious effect. This must-have eBook bundle includes:CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET?"Move over, Bridget [Jones]! . . . Kinsella's witty take on mundane office and family life will really make you laugh out loud."--Evening Chronicle (UK)Emma Corrigan has a huge heart, an irrepressible spirit, and a few little secrets. Secrets from her boyfriend, secrets from her mother . . . secrets she wouldn't share with anyone in the world. Until she spills them all to a handsome stranger on a plane, who, she later discovers, just so happens to be Jack Harper, her company's elusive CEO--a man who now knows every humiliating detail about her.THE UNDOMESTIC GODDESS"Another charming winner from the delightful Kinsella."--BooklistSamantha Sweeting, a workaholic attorney at a London law firm, has just made a huge, unthinkable mistake, wrecking her chance of becoming partner. Going into utter meltdown, she walks out of her office, boards a train, and ends up in the middle of nowhere. Asking for directions at a big, beautiful house, she's mistaken for an interviewee and is offered a job as their housekeeper. And as she figures out how to turn on the oven and how to open the #@%# ironing board, she finds that this new life may be exactly what she is looking for.REMEMBER ME?"A delicious page-turner."--USA TodayWhen twenty-eight-year-old Lexi Smart wakes up in a London hospital, she's in for a big surprise. Having survived a car accident, Lexi has lost a big chunk of her memory--three years to be exact--and somehow she's gone from being a twenty-five-year-old working girl to being a corporate big shot with a sleek loft, a personal assistant, and a gorgeous husband. Will she ever remember how this all came to be? And what will happen when she does?TWENTIES GIRL"Kinsella [is] a master of comic pacing and feminine wit."--Publishers WeeklyLara Lington's imagination seems to be in overdrive. Normal twenty-something young women don't get visited by ghosts. Or do they? When the spirit of Lara's great-aunt Sadie mysteriously appears, she has one request: Lara must find a missing necklace that was in Sadie's possession for more than seventy-five years. And in their mission, these very different "twenties" girls learn some surprising truths from and about each other.BONUS: This eBook bundle also includes an excerpt from Sophie Kinsella's Wedding Night.
Hilarious Hunting and Fishing Cartoons
by John TroyAny angler who has ever been out-fished by a beginner with a twig and some twine or questioned whether bass are smarter than he is will be in good company here. Hilarious Fishing Cartoons pokes fun at every kind of angling absurdity. Tiers struggling to tie microscopic flies, bass fishermen who catch more boots than bass, weekenders loaded down with every gizmo and piece of tackle in the shop, and fanatical, freezing ice fishermen doomed to drill and not grill are all represented. Troy's pen is deft and clever, and his one-liners are truly side-splitting. The next time your line gets so tangled you're ready to curse or quit fishing forever, remember these cartoons and you may just find yourself chuckling instead. No one understands the challenges and frustrations of the outdoorsman's life like John Troy, and no one makes the maddening business of hunting so riotously funny. Anyone still kicking himself over a missed shot, anyone wishing that his hunting dog had paid more attention in obedience school, or anyone who has ever been confounded by the antics of a pesky squirrel will enjoy this hugely delightful collection. In typical John Troy style, we are treated to one-panel lampoons of shooters who can't hit stuffed animals, bears that beat up hunters, and ducks that make their own decoys. They're funny because they're true. Hilarious Hunting Cartoons will delight both novice and experienced hunters and will make an excellent gift for yourself or a passionate hunter you know.
Hilarious Hunting Cartoons: 300 Hilarious Cartoons By John Troy
by John Troy Nick LyonsNo one understands the challenges and frustrations of the outdoorsman's life like John Troy, and no one makes the maddening business of hunting so riotously funny. Anyone still kicking himself over a missed shot, anyone wishing that his hunting dog had paid more attention in obedience school, or anyone who has ever been confounded by the antics of a pesky squirrel will enjoy this hugely delightful collection. In typical John Troy style, readers are treated to one-panel lampoons of shooters who can't hit stuffed animals, bears that beat up hunters, and ducks that make their own decoys. They're funny because they're true. Hilarious Hunting Cartoons will delight both novice and experienced hunters and will make an excellent gift for the passionate hunter.
Hilarious Jokes for Minecrafters: Mobs, Creepers, Skeletons, and More (Jokes for Minecrafters #2)
by Michele Hollow Jordon Hollow StevenJokes for Minecrafters: Mobs, Creepers, Skeletons, and More is the second book in the Jokes for Minecrafters series, which boasts more than eight hundred jokes. The jokes inside poke fun at everything Minecraft from ghasts to Endermen. All of your favorite parts of the Minecraft game are included in the book and the jokes will make you giggle like you’ve never giggled before! Inside you will find uproarious jokes like: Why don’t they have Knock, Knock jokes in Minecraft? Because Hostile Mobs don’t knock on your door--they blow it up! What do you get when you cross an Endermen with a creeper? A teleporting bomb. For kids ages 5 and up, this is the perfect book for at home, at school, or really anywhere! You’ll enjoy telling these silly jokes to your friends and family! As a bonus there are silly illustrations throughout for extra laughs!
Hilarious Knock-Knock Jokes
by Highlights For ChildrenThese collections of time-tested riddles and knock-knock jokes from Highlights will trigger a giggle attack every time kids open them. With a wealth of jokes and riddles, Guess Again! and Who's There? are perfect for sharing laughs with friends and family. The hilarious illustrations by Kevin Rechin and Kelly Kennedy add to the fun.