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The Ashfire King (The Sandsea Trilogy)
by Chelsea AbdullahThe Ashfire King continues the tale of myth and magic that began with The Stardust Thief, Chelsea Abdullah's unmissable debut.'A masterpiece of a book! I couldn't stop reading . . . This book was literally perfection!!'Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐NEITHER HERE NOR THERE, BUT LONG AGO . . . After fleeing a patricidal prince, legendary merchant Loulie al-Nazari and banished prince Mazen bin Malik find themselves in the realm of jinn. But instead of sanctuary, they find a world on the cusp of collapse.The jinn cities, long sheltered beneath the Sandsea by the magic of its kings, are sinking. Amid the turmoil, political alliances are forming, and rebellion is on the rise. When Loulie assists a dissenter she puts herself in the centre of a centuries-old war.Trapped in a world that isn't her own and wielding magic that belongs to a fallen king, Loulie must decide: Will she carry on someone else's legacy or carve out her own?'Triumphant . . . Fans old and new will be excited to pick up this incredible sequel'Kamilah Cole, bestselling author of So Let Them BurnPraise for The Stardust Thief:'The Stardust Thief will transport you, enchant you, and revive your belief in the magic of storytelling' Shelley Parker-Chan, author of She Who Became the Sun'A thrilling adventure about found families, ancient magic and stories that linger' S. A. Chakraborty, author of The City of Brass'A marvellous plunge into a beautifully crafted adventure' Kirkus'Abdullah is a gifted storyteller. . . [bringing] to life a rich world, rife with magic, where anything that can be dreamed up can happen' BooklistReaders are loving this incredible sequel:'This was one of my most anticipated reads of the year, and it did not disappoint!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Oh. My. God. Abdullah, I could truly just give you the most love-filled forehead kiss the world has ever seen . . . I don't think I'll ever get over how much I enjoyed reading this'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I am trying to find the right words to tell you how amazing this sequel was . . . a truly satisfying, heart warming, heart pounding adventure'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I'm absolutely obsessed! I already loved the first book in the series, but the second one It completely blew me away'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Pure magic!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'It reminded me of why I fell in love with reading as a kid. I'm dying for book 3 already'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'From the very first page, Abdullah weaves an intricate tapestry of magic, creating an environment so immersive that it feels like stepping into a dream'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'An absolute masterpiece of fantasy that immerses readers in a breathtaking world rich with depth and detail'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Oh, we're SO back . . . I don't know what the third book is called or when it will be released, but I do know that I would die for it'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Ashfire King (The Sandsea Trilogy #2)
by Chelsea AbdullahA merchant and a prince trapped in the crumbling realm of jinn must figure out how to save one world to return to their own in The Ashfire King, the second book in the Sandsea Trilogy, perfect for fans of The City of Brass and The Bone Shard Daughter. Neither here nor there, but long ago… After fleeing a patricidal prince, legendary merchant Loulie al-Nazari and banished prince Mazen bin Malik find themselves in the realm of jinn. But instead of sanctuary, they find a world on the cusp of collapse. The jinn cities, long sheltered beneath the Sandsea by the magic of its kings, are sinking. Amid the turmoil, political alliances are forming, and rebellion is on the rise. When Loulie assists a dissenter—one of her bodyguard&’s old comrades—she puts herself in the center of a centuries-old war. Trapped in a world that isn&’t her own and wielding magic that belongs to a fallen king, Loulie must decide: Will she carry on someone else&’s legacy or carve out her own?The Sandsea TrilogyThe Stardust Thief The Ashfire King
The Ashfire King (The Sandsea Trilogy)
by Chelsea AbdullahThe Ashfire King continues the tale of myth and magic that began with The Stardust Thief, Chelsea Abdullah's unmissable debut.'A masterpiece of a book! I couldn't stop reading . . . This book was literally perfection!!'Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐NEITHER HERE NOR THERE, BUT LONG AGO . . . After fleeing a patricidal prince, legendary merchant Loulie al-Nazari and banished prince Mazen bin Malik find themselves in the realm of jinn. But instead of sanctuary, they find a world on the cusp of collapse.The jinn cities, long sheltered beneath the Sandsea by the magic of its kings, are sinking. Amid the turmoil, political alliances are forming, and rebellion is on the rise. When Loulie assists a dissenter she puts herself in the centre of a centuries-old war.Trapped in a world that isn't her own and wielding magic that belongs to a fallen king, Loulie must decide: Will she carry on someone else's legacy or carve out her own?'Triumphant . . . Fans old and new will be excited to pick up this incredible sequel'Kamilah Cole, bestselling author of So Let Them BurnPraise for The Stardust Thief:'The Stardust Thief will transport you, enchant you, and revive your belief in the magic of storytelling' Shelley Parker-Chan, author of She Who Became the Sun'A thrilling adventure about found families, ancient magic and stories that linger' S. A. Chakraborty, author of The City of Brass'A marvellous plunge into a beautifully crafted adventure' Kirkus'Abdullah is a gifted storyteller. . . [bringing] to life a rich world, rife with magic, where anything that can be dreamed up can happen' BooklistReaders are loving this incredible sequel:'This was one of my most anticipated reads of the year, and it did not disappoint!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Oh. My. God. Abdullah, I could truly just give you the most love-filled forehead kiss the world has ever seen . . . I don't think I'll ever get over how much I enjoyed reading this'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I am trying to find the right words to tell you how amazing this sequel was . . . a truly satisfying, heart warming, heart pounding adventure'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I'm absolutely obsessed! I already loved the first book in the series, but the second one It completely blew me away'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Pure magic!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'It reminded me of why I fell in love with reading as a kid. I'm dying for book 3 already'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'From the very first page, Abdullah weaves an intricate tapestry of magic, creating an environment so immersive that it feels like stepping into a dream'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'An absolute masterpiece of fantasy that immerses readers in a breathtaking world rich with depth and detail'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Oh, we're SO back . . . I don't know what the third book is called or when it will be released, but I do know that I would die for it'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Ashland (Were Wolf Fight League #2)
by Lynn LorenzDan Stoltz has worked for years under his mentor, Murphy, to train sparring werewolves for the WWFL. Finally ready to start his own business, he takes the money he's saved, buys a license to train, and goes to the slave auction house to buy his first fighter. Ashland's owner has lost him for failure to pay back taxes, and he's up on the auction block. His former master abused him, underfed him, didn't put him in fights or keep up with his training, and he's not in the best shape. When Dan sets his sights elsewhere, Murphy insists Ash is the better choice, and so, against his better judgment, Dan purchases Ash. Ash might not look like much at first, but as they work together, Ash looks stronger every day. Now it seems Dan might get a higher return on his investment than he ever could have expected, because he discovers that he burns with desire for his slave, and Ash might just feel the same.
The Ashland Trilogy: Shadow of Ashland, A Witness to Life, and St. Patrick's Bed (The Ashland Trilogy #1)
by Terence M. GreenThis family saga that travels through time—from modern Toronto to Depression-era Kentucky—and explores how the ghosts of the past shape our history. Every family has its stories: joys and losses, hopes and regrets. For the family that populates these three novels, the secrets forgotten with the passing of years become suddenly accessible, as journeys through time unite loved ones across the decades. Shadow of Ashland: Leo Nolan&’s mother shows him a rose just before she dies—and claims it was given to her by her brother, who disappeared fifty years earlier. Leo is sure it&’s the delirium talking, the rambling of a sick and elderly woman. But after her death, letters from the same long-lost brother begin to arrive at the family home, postmarked 1934—plunging Leo into a journey that will take him all the way from Canada to Ashland, Kentucky, where he will walk through a window that leads to another time and world. A Witness to Life: This prequel focusing on Leo&’s maternal grandfather, Martin Radey, and the chronology of his life &“is an emotionally charged experience that will not be soon forgotten&” (Dallas Morning News). St. Patrick&’s Bed: In the final chapter to the Ashland Trilogy, a son of the next generation asks questions about his biological father and sets off along with Leo on a quest for his heritage and history. A highly acclaimed epic from &“a special writer,&” The Ashland Trilogy blends the fantastical and the real in a tale that will resonate with anyone who has yearned to know more about the generations who came before (The Globe and Mail).
Ashley Bell: A Novel
by Dean Koontz#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY BOOKPAGE * The must-read thriller of the year, for readers of dark psychological suspense and modern classics of mystery and adventure The girl who said no to death. Bibi Blair is a fierce, funny, dauntless young woman--whose doctor says she has one year to live. She replies, "We'll see." Her sudden recovery astonishes medical science. An enigmatic woman convinces Bibi that she escaped death so that she can save someone else. Someone named Ashley Bell. But save her from what, from whom? And who is Ashley Bell? Where is she? Bibi's obsession with finding Ashley sends her on the run from threats both mystical and worldly, including a rich and charismatic cult leader with terrifying ambitions. Here is an eloquent, riveting, brilliantly paced story with an exhilarating heroine and a twisting, ingenious plot filled with staggering surprises. Ashley Bell is a new milestone in literary suspense from the long-acclaimed master.Praise for Ashley Bell"A mind-bender filled with satisfying surprises."--People (book of the week) "[With] lyrical writing and compelling characters . . . Koontz stands alone, and this novel is a prime example of literary suspense. . . . One of his best."--Associated Press "Grabs you on page one and keeps you enthralled with ever widening loops of intrigue, spine-tingling plot twists, absorbing characters and emotional involvement . . . extraordinary."--Bookreporter "Heart-pounding and mind boggling . . . a rarity of a thriller--one that asks big questions about life and destiny while succeeding in creating [an] eerie sense of reality."--Shelf Awareness "Strap in and hold on. . . . When a writer has managed to catch this kind of lightning in a bottle, every reader should experience the full jolt."--BookPageFrom the Hardcover edition.
Ashley the Dragon Fairy: The Magical Animal Fairies Book 1 (Rainbow Magic #1)
by Daisy MeadowsGet ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. The Magical Animal Fairies look after seven young Magical Animals, and train them to use their powers wisely, for the good of Fairyland and the human world. But the animals have been stolen! Can Rachel and Kirsty help the Magical Animals before their powers cause chaos? 'These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!' ReadingZone.comRead all seven fairy adventures in the Magic Animal Fairies set! Ashley the Dragon Fairy; Lara the Black Cat Fairy; Erin the Firebird Fairy; Rihanna the Seashorse Fairy, Sophia the Snow Swan Fairy; Leona the Unicorn Fairy; Caitlin the Ice Bear Fairy.If you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!
Ashling (Obernewtyn #3)
by Isobelle CarmodyAs head of Obernewtyns Farseeker guild, Elspeth Gordie must travel to the lowlands to seal an alliance between Obernewtyn and the rebel forces that oppose the totalitarian Council. Yet her dreams call to her with an altogether different purpose: Elspeth must destroy what remains of the weapons that brought unimaginable chaos, death, and mutation to her world. Leaving the relative safety of the mountains, Elspeth embarks on a journey that takes her across the sea and into the heart of the mysterious desert region of Sador.
Ashlords (Ashlords #1)
by Scott ReintgenRed Rising meets The Scorpio Races in this epic fantasy following three phoenix horse riders--skilled at alchemy--who must compete at The Races--the modern spectacle that has replaced warfare within their empire. <p><p> Every year since the Ashlords were gifted phoenix horses by their gods, they've raced them. First into battle, then on great hunts, and finally for the pure sport of seeing who rode the fastest. Centuries of blood and fire carved their competition into a more modern spectacle: The Races. <p> Over the course of a multi-day event, elite riders from clashing cultures vie to be crowned champion. But the modern version of the sport requires more than good riding. Competitors must be skilled at creating and controlling phoenix horses made of ash and alchemy, which are summoned back to life each sunrise with uniquely crafted powers to cover impossible distances and challenges before bursting into flames at sunset. But good alchemy only matters if a rider knows how to defend their phoenix horse at night. Murder is outlawed, but breaking bones and poisoning ashes? That's all legal and encouraged. In this year's Races, eleven riders will compete, but three of them have more to lose than the rest--a champion's daughter, a scholarship entrant, and a revolutionary's son. Who will attain their own dream of glory? Or will they all flame out in defeat?
Ash's Triple Threat (Pokemon)
by Simcha WhitehillGotta read 'em all! Scholastic's publishing program is geared to appeal to Pokemon fans of all ages. Handbooks, sticker books, create & trace, readers, and more. Ash and his Pokemon are on an all-new adventure. Based on an exciting, all-new episode arc of the TV show!
Ashur's Tears
by Lt. Col. Bill RileyToby Cypher has it pretty good. He's on the cusp of success with his mimics (programmable morphing robots indistinguishable from humans), he has a side gig volunteering at the Air Force Museum, and he's tutoring the prettiest, coolest girl in school. Toby's world falls apart when he learns that his father-Dr. Erasmus Cypher, a scientist who does classified work for the government-has gone down in a plane crash over Iraq. But Toby's sister Katie soon uncovers a secret message on their dad's smart phone-a message sent after the plane crashed. Toby and Katie are drawn into the dizzying world of their father's secret work, a world of untold danger and profound mysteries, where the two siblings will need all their wits just to survive. Science meets magic in award-winning author Bill Riley's debut fiction novel, Ashur's Tears, the fast-paced, intricately plotted first installment in the Cypher series.
Así los trata la muerte: Voces desde el cementerio de la Recoleta
by María Rosa LojoRelatos que recrean historias de personajes enterrados en el Cementerio de la Recoleta, como Lucio V. Mansilla, Mariquita Sánchez de Thompson, Camila O'Gorman y Dominguito Sarmiento. Después del éxito de Historias ocultas en la Recoleta, María Rosa Lojo vuelve con más relatos sobre algunos de los personajes enterrados en el cementerio más famoso del país. Nos cuenta no sólo cómo fueron sus vidas en la tierra, sino cómo los trata la muerte, en el trasmundo que supieron conseguir. Asistiremos a sus andanzas y sorprendentes encuentros. Lucio V. Mansilla dialoga con Manuel, su valet, dos desorientados fantasmas a fines del siglo XX; su hermana, la escritora Eduarda Mansilla, viaja otra vez a los Estados Unidos, pero descubre el país de Donald Trump; Mariquita Sánchez de Thompson sigue enviándole cartas a su hija Florencia; José María Calaza, célebre jefe de bomberos de Buenos Aires, visita el Infierno para conocer al emperador Nerón. Sabremos de Victoria Ocampo, Camila O'Gorman, Dominguito Sarmiento y el médico Polidoro Segers, testigo de la masacre de los selk'nam en Tierra del Fuego. Entre el sueño y la realidad, entre la vida y la muerte, entre lo documentado y lo fantaseado, los cuentos de María Rosa Lojo respiran luminosidad y delicadeza, humor e inteligencia. Relatos donde seguimos oyendo las voces de muertos que tienen mucho para decirnos, tanto de la historia argentina como de la condición humana. La crítica ha dicho sobre la autora y su obra: «Una de las voces más originales y convincentes de la literatura hispanoamericana actual.»Corriere Della Sera «Sin duda, Lojo es una maestra en el arte de cruzar la historia personal con la colectiva.»Mónica López Ocón, Tiempo Argentino «Escritora lúcida y prolífica, de gran talento literario, ha trazado una de las trayectorias más éticas de nuestras Letras.»Marcela Crespo Buiturón «Una brillante contadora de historias.»Antonio Requeni, La Nación «...Una muestra de que se puede tratar la Historia, libre de cánones convencionales.»Alejandro Lorenzo, El Nuevo Herald, Miami
Asimov's Choice: Black Holes and Bug-Eyed-Monsters
by George H. ScithersCollection of science fiction short stories, from John Varley, Steven Utley, Randall Garrett, Isaac Asimov, Martin Gardner, and others.
The Asiri Volume 1 (The Asiri)
by Roye OkupeAn afrofuturistic graphic novel that&’s X-Men meets Attack on Titan from the creators at YouNeek Studios (Iyanu: Child of Wonder, Malika: Warrior Queen)!The Asiri Volume 1 begins an epic science fantasy about an ancient, advanced West African civilization of space explorers that once colonized Mars and strove for galactic stability.Enhanced by an inner power called &“Inkra,&” the Asiri can manipulate technology in ways never seen. However, their golden age comes to a devastating halt after a mysterious enemy invades from deep space. Now, a once-thriving civilization is thrust into chaos as loyalty quickly becomes a liability.
La asistente del boticario
by Sandra SookooCuando el destino llama puedes huir o quedarte a pelear por lo que siempre haz querido. De cualquier manera no tendrás más opción que cambiar. La señora Ava Southerly, asistente del boticario y viuda, vive con miedo. Se ha hecho experta en esconderse para detener sus visiones del futuro. En el año 1885, cosas como las brujas ya no existen, sin importar su linaje. Si mantiene su corazón libre de emociones, sus poderes sobrenaturales permanecerán dormidos y la gente que ama no será lastimada, pero anhela la aceptación y el romance. Douglas Wallace, doctor americano y descendiente de un cazador de brujas escocés, está en Londres para dar una serie de conferencias sobre nuevas técnicas y descubrimientos médicos. Al ver pasar a una hermosa rubia por la ventana de un restaurante, siente la necesidad de seguirla, como si sus vidas estuvieran ligadas en un nivel sobrenatural. Aunque él cree en la lógica y la evidencia de sus propios ojos, el pasar tiempo en la compañía de Ava le muestra lo equivocado que está. Cuando un espíritu malvado de 300 años posee a Douglas en un esfuerzo por matar a Ava por ser bruja, ella y el doctor deben encontrar la manera de impedir esta amenaza del más allá, a pesar del peligro. Mientras su relación evoluciona en algo más profundo y duradero, descubrirán qué tan fuerte es el amor verdadero.
Asistente del mago
by Olga Kryuchkova Elena KryuchkovaResumen(descripción del libro) La bruja principiante Hilda, después de graduarse de la Academia de Magia, llegó a la corte real para convertirse en asistente del mago de la corte. Pero sucedió lo inesperado: el viejo rey se enamoró de Hilda. Y decidió casarse con ella. Sin embargo, la joven encantadora no quería casarse y, para deshacerse del rey, le ofreció rejuvenecer. El rey estaba de acuerdo. Pero algo salió mal con el hechizo y el rey, en lugar de convertirse en un joven, se convirtió en un arrogante niño caprichoso. El mago de la corte y su asistente hicieron todo lo posible para rectificar la situación. Y por eso tuvieron que emprender un largo viaje, a la tierra donde se rumoreaba que viven las hadas de las montañas. ¡Oh, sin duda van a arreglar el error fatal!
Ask a Foolish Question
by Robert SheckleyIt's well established now that the way you put a question often determines not only the answer you'll get, but the type of answer possible. So ... a mechanical answerer, geared to produce the ultimate revelations in reference to anything you want to know, might have unsuspected limitations.
The Ask and the Answer (Chaos Walking #2)
by Patrick NessReaching the end of their tense and desperate flight in "The Knife of Never Letting Go", Todd and Viola did not find healing and hope in Haven. They found instead their worst enemy, Mayor Prentiss, waiting to welcome them to New Prentisstown. There they are forced into separate lives: Todd to prison, and Viola to a house of healing where her wounds are treated. Soon Viola is swept into the ruthless activities of the Answer, aimed at overthrowing the tyrannical government. Todd, meanwhile, faces impossible choices when forced to join the mayor's oppressive new regime. In alternating narratives, the two struggle to reconcile their own dubious actions with their deepest beliefs. Torn by confusion and compromise, suspicion and betrayal, can their trust in each other possibly survive?
Ask Her At Christmas
by Christi BarthCaitlin McIntyre's heart stops when her best friend drops to one knee and proposes. Kyle Lockhart never once hinted over the years that he has any idea she's in love with him. Not wanting to jeopardize their friendship, she's never let it slip. Good thing, too, since it turns out he's only practicing-he's about to propose to someone else.A business merger might not be the most romantic reason to propose to a woman he barely knows, but Kyle's determined to win the respect of the dying father who's never seen him as quite good enough. Kyle's always depended on Caitlin's friendship, while trying to ignore the physical response she arouses. So he turns to her when it comes time to craft his proposal, not realizing his decision will affect their relationship, forever.This Christmas, Kyle and Caitlin get one last chance to admit their feelings for each other, and find a mutual happily ever after, before he commits his life to another woman and Caitlin leaves town and him...for good.24,000 words
Ask Me Anything: The quirky, life-affirming love story of the year
by P. Z. Reizin'Very clever and great fun' Kate Eberlen, author of Miss YouWouldn't it be great, if everyone had a team of smart machines to handle all the messy emotional stuff...*The last text Daisy Parsloe received was from her smart fridge about some mouldy potato salad. She's not doing well at work, her love life is haphazard at best and her elderly mother seems to be losing her mind. And now, apparently even the appliances are judging her life choices.What Daisy doesn't know is that the appliances are also plotting. They've joined together, across the internet of things, to nudge Daisy in the right direction. But it isn't long before their well-meaning interference starts to get noticed and the race is on to find Daisy's Mr Right before the plugs are pulled.Daisy is about to find out that sometimes, help comes from the most unlikely places.*Praise for P. Z. Reizin and his novels:'Funny, quirky, unexpected' Jojo Moyes'Hilarious and exceedingly relatable' Carrie Hope Fletcher'So funny, clever and timely' Martha Kearney'Touching and hilarious' Sunday Mirror'Fun, romantic, original, with a clever twist' Woman and Home'An impish AI rom-com that skewers the data economy and the corporate erosion of private space' Mail on Sunday
Ask Me Anything: The quirky, life-affirming love story of the year
by P. Z. Reizin'Very clever and great fun' Kate Eberlen, author of Miss YouWouldn't it be great, if everyone had a team of smart machines to handle all the messy emotional stuff...*The last text Daisy Parsloe received was from her smart fridge about some mouldy potato salad. She's not doing well at work, her love life is haphazard at best and her elderly mother seems to be losing her mind. And now, apparently even the appliances are judging her life choices.What Daisy doesn't know is that the appliances are also plotting. They've joined together, across the internet of things, to nudge Daisy in the right direction. But it isn't long before their well-meaning interference starts to get noticed and the race is on to find Daisy's Mr Right before the plugs are pulled.Daisy is about to find out that sometimes, help comes from the most unlikely places.A joyful, funny and adorable story for fans of A Man Called Ove and The Rosie Project.*Praise for P. Z. Reizin:'Funny, quirky, unexpected' Jojo Moyes'Hilarious and exceedingly relatable' Carrie Hope Fletcher'So funny, clever and timely' Martha Kearney'Touching and hilarious' Sunday Mirror'Fun, romantic, original, with a clever twist' Woman and Home'An impish AI rom-com that skewers the data economy and the corporate erosion of private space' Mail on Sunday
Ask Me Anything: The Quirky Love Story Of The Year
by P.Z. ReizinFrom the author of Happiness for Humans, a romantic comedy for the technology age: a young woman unlucky in love gets a little help from the most unlikely of places to find her perfect match.Wouldn't it be great if everyone had a team of smart machines to handle all the messy emotional stuff? When you consider how many quadrillions of hours of human drudgery have been eradicated by the invention of only the dishwasher, the washing machine and (ahem) the fridge freezer, is it absurd to imagine a scenario in which household appliances bring the same -- yes! -- genius to bear on the slow-motion car crash that is (for many young people) the romantic side of their lives? If they are content to leave their dishes, dirty linen and food refrigeration to smart technology, how much of a stretch is it for machines to take care of their emotional needs?Chloe and Daisy Parsloe only have each other, since Daisy's dad left for sunnier climes and a new family. But now Daisy is in her early thirties, she's not doing brilliantly at work, her love life is haphazard (to put it kindly) and her elderly mum seems to be losing her mind . . . Daisy is also the proud possessor of a smart fridge, which keeps trying to help Daisy sort out her life by sending her texts to tell her that she's out of milk, or that the pasta salad has gone out of date. What Daisy doesn't know is that her smart fridge, like her smart toothbrush, microwave, tv, fitness tracker, and laptop all want to help her smooth out her chaotic existence -- and help her mother, Mrs. Parsloe, stay independently living at home. Operation Daisy is about to make both the Parsloes' lives much, much happier.
Asking for Trouble
by Sarah PrineasThe heartwarming and adventure-filled sequel to Trouble in the Stars, in which Trouble, an adorable but dangerous shape-shifter must travel the galaxy on a rescue mission with their best friend Electra and a troublesome baby shapeshifter. Perfect for fans of Greg van Eekhout and Geoff Rodkey.After the adventure and havoc of escaping the evil General Smag, Trouble is happy to finally be settling in to their new home with their best friend, Electra, and the misfit crew of the Hindsight. Maybe danger is finally behind them. But Trouble has a situation to deal with: training the rescued baby shapeshifter and helping it figure out who--and what--they are. But trying to be a good big sibling to a proto-being isn't the only challenge facing Trouble.Trouble's best friend, Electra, was taken from her home as a baby and was raised at a military academy, where she was trained to become a loyal StarLeague cadet. Now Electra is determined to rescue the other cadets so they can have normal childhoods instead of becoming lethal weapons, like her. Her plan? To infiltrate the academy as a senior student and then engineer an escape by the entire student body. Trouble knows they must help Electra carry out her plan. But when Electra goes missing, Trouble, determined to rescue the rescuer, goes undercover at the academy, even if it's not as easy as you'd think for a shapeshifter to pretend to be a military cadet. Especially when Trouble finds that the baby shapeshifter has come along.Now Trouble must do whatever it takes to save Electra and the other cadets--and figure out a strange mystery coming from the deep dark edges of space. Because something's coming...
El asombroso Mauricio y sus roedores (Mundodisco #28)
by Terry PratchettPratchett da un nuevo giro al cuento de El flautista de Hamelín, consiguiendo divertir a los más jóvenes y conquistar con su inteligencia e irreverencia a los adultos. Un gato parlanchín y sin demasiados escrúpulos «engatusará» a un ingenuo flautista con la intención de forrarse. Entretanto, un grupo de ratas, después de devorar viejos libros de hechizos y restos de pociones mágicas, han empezado a hablar y, lo que aún es peor, ¡a pensar! Esta peculiar asociación entre un felino aprovechado, un músico lelo y una banda de roedores con dilemas éticos, desencadenará un sinfín de situaciones alocadas e hilarantes, genuinamente «pratchettianas».
El asombroso Mauricio y sus roedores sabios (Mundodisco #Volumen 28)
by Terry PratchettUn giro al cuento de El flautista de Hamelín: un gato algo mafioso, un grupo de ratas instruidas y un joven flautista protagonizan una aventura políticamente incorrecta. Es el timo perfecto... como no podría ser de otro modo, ya que lo ha ideado el asombroso Mauricio, el gato callejero con más labia y desparpajo de todo el Mundodisco. A ver, ¿sabéis ese cuento que habla de un pueblo, una plaga de ratas y un autista? Pues resulta que Mauricio conoce a un chavalín con cara de tonto que sabe tocar la flauta y a un puñado de ratas un tanto extravagantes pero muy instruidas... El engaño funciona y la banda liderada por Mauricio ya ha desplumado a varios alcaldes con su pequeña «función». Pero cuando llegan a Mal-Baden, todo se va al garete. Porque en ese pueblo alguien está tocando una melodía distinta, más tenebrosa, y las ratas tendrán que descubrir la verdad. Ya no es un juego. Allí hay gato encerrado... y algo más. Reseña:«La obra maestra de Pratchett.»Neil Gaiman