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Lao Mountain Taoist: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Ta NaTaSiTwenty-five years ago, my grandfather passed away due to an accident. In the process of cleaning up my grandfather's things, I found a few fragments of the 'Gui Mansion's Primordial Turtle'. However, I was still unable to decipher the words written on them … Twenty-five years later, in the process of defeating a demon, he saved a university student who specialized in ancient language and solved the mystery. They would begin a journey filled with all sorts of dangers around these few fragments of . What kind of secret was hidden within this "The Book of Primordial Tortoise"? Could they unravel the mystery behind this? Please look forward to the perilous journey.
Lapvona: A Novel
by Ottessa MoshfeghIn a village in a medieval fiefdom buffeted by natural disasters, a motherless shepherd boy finds himself the unlikely pivot of a power struggle that puts all manner of faith to a savage test, in a spellbinding novel that represents Ottessa Moshfegh’s most exciting leap yet. <p><p>Little Marek, the abused and delusional son of the village shepherd, never knew his mother; his father told him she died in childbirth. One of life’s few consolations for Marek is his enduring bond with the blind village midwife, Ina, who suckled him when he was a baby, as she did so many of the village’s children. <p><p>Ina’s gifts extend beyond childcare: she possesses a unique ability to communicate with the natural world. Her gift often brings her the transmission of sacred knowledge on levels far beyond those available to other villagers, however religious they might be. For some people, Ina’s home in the woods outside of the village is a place to fear and to avoid, a godless place. Among their number is Father Barnabas, the town priest and lackey for the depraved lord and governor, Villiam, whose hilltop manor contains a secret embarrassment of riches. <p><p>The people’s desperate need to believe that there are powers that be who have their best interests at heart is put to a cruel test by Villiam and the priest, especially in this year of record drought and famine. But when fate brings Marek into violent proximity to the lord’s family, new and occult forces upset the old order. By year’s end, the veil between blindness and sight, life and death, the natural world and the spirit world, will prove to be very thin indeed. <p> <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
Lara (World of Hetar #1)
by Bertrice SmallNew York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author and master of romance Bertrice Small welcomes you to the magical, sensual World of Hetar. For Lara, a half faerie, half human, her beauty is a blessing and a curse. Sold into a Pleasure House by her father, she commits herself to a lifetime of servitude. But even in a place where pleasure is not censured but encouraged, her otherworldly beauty proves too much for her suitors.When Lara escapes, she is introduced to a new way of life, and an incredible man who opens her eyes to the growing unrest among their people... and the extraordinary destiny that awaits her. Lara will journey the depths of desire and despair to find a love that will last an eternity-a love that will change Hetar forever.
Lara Adrian's Midnight Breed 9-Book Bundle
by Lara AdrianPrepare for seduction as Lara Adrian unleashes a new breed of vampire in this heart-pounding series of paranormal romance and suspense. Now in a convenient eBook bundle, here are the nine books leading up to the climactic Midnight Breed adventure, Darker After Midnight. Part human, part otherworldly, the Breed has lived among humankind for thousands of years, maintaining a tentative peace built on secrecy, power, and the dark justice carried out by the formidable warriors of the Order. But now, a blood war within the race is set to ignite. "Evocative, enticing, erotic . . . Enter Lara Adrian's vampire world and be enchanted!"--New York Times bestselling author J. R. Ward Vampires are going Rogue in startling numbers, feeding without discretion, killing humans in the streets. It is up to the Order to stop the spreading threat of Rogue domination--and in so doing, each of the warriors will be forced to confront private demons, darkest secrets, deepest fears. Some will know triumph, some will know loss, but each warrior can count on one thing: Love, when it finds him, will often come at the worst possible moment, with the least likely woman . . . and it will bring each of these powerful males to his knees. KISS OF MIDNIGHT KISS OF CRIMSON MIDNIGHT AWAKENING MIDNIGHT RISING VEIL OF MIDNIGHT ASHES OF MIDNIGHT SHADES OF MIDNIGHT TAKEN BY MIDNIGHT DEEPER THAN MIDNIGHT "A thrilling blend of dark passion and heart-pounding action. Lara Adrian always delivers a keeper!"--New York Times bestselling author Gena Showalter
Lara Croft: The Man of Bronze
by James Alan GardnerNEW ADVENTURES BASED ON THE WORLD'S BESTSELLING VIDEO GAMEAfter completing a near-fatal mission in the mysterious cloud forests of Peru, Lara Croft flies to Warsaw to tackle her next assignment-and finds herself in the middle of an epic battle for the ultimate power.Reuben Baptiste needs Lara Croft's help transporting precious cargo. But before Reuben can reveal any details, he is murdered-and Lara signs on with Reuben's employer, the mysterious Order of the Bronze, to avenge his death. The Order shares with Lara its greatest treasure: a bronze android, thousands of years old, with uncanny abilities. But the android is crippled, missing a leg, and whoever finds that leg will gain astonishing powers. Hot on the trail is Lara's nemesis, Lancaster Urdmann, now working for an unknown employer with strange abilities. As Lara jets from Siberia to Australia to Rio de Janiero, she is drawn into an age-old conflict of secret societies, intrigue, and death. . . .From the Paperback edition.
Lara Croft: The Amulet of Power
by Mike ResnickHere at last-the first exciting book in a bold new series of Lara Croft novels tying directly into the popular video games. The Amulet of Power reveals the never-before shown events that took place between "The Last Revelation" and "Angel of Darkness." Trapped beneath the ruins of an Egyptian tomb, Lara faces certain death . . . until fate intervenes and sets her on the trail of an ancient talisman of power.Archaeologist and explorer Lara Croft travels the world in search of ancient relics, forgotten crypts, and lost cities. Highly trained for combat and possessing an insatiable appetite for adventure, she answers to no one and goes wherever the quest takes her-heedless of the danger.When Lara turns up in the Middle East, despite the rumors of her death, religious fanatics believe she has located the coveted Amulet of Mareish. Lost since the siege of Khartoum, the amulet is rumored to grant the wearer untold power. Some long to possess it, others want to see it destroyed, and both sides pursue Lara relentlessly. While she fights trained warriors and ruthless mercenaries, and desperately searches for the jewel they all seek, one thing becomes clear: the fate of the world rests in the hands of . . .LARA CROFT: TOMB RAIDER
Lara Croft: The Cradle of Life
by Dave SternThe official novelization to the Paramount Pictures film. Within a long-lost temple Lara Croft discovers the key to the deadliest artifact of all time--the legendary Pandora's Box, which contains a lethal plague.
Lara the Black Cat Fairy: The Magical Animal Fairies Book 2 (Rainbow Magic #2)
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.com Read 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!
L'Araldo
by Annalisa Lovat Brian RathboneCatrin Volker sogna una vita tranquilla ad allenare cavalli. Ma non andrà così. Delle comete appaiono nel cielo di notte, annunciando il ritorno di una dea. Nel tentativo di salvare un amico da dei prepotenti, Catrin inconsapevolmente innesca una magia antica e potente, realizzando così la profezia secondo la quale lei distruggerà intere nazioni.
L'Arban e la Saman
by Felicia Salomone Laurel A. RockefellerCosa rischieresti per amore? Corre l'anno 1211 d.C. Cinque anni dopo essere stato dichiarato "khan", Chinggis Khan e le sue orde di invasori si stanno diffondendo rapidamene su tutta la pianura della Cina settendrionale, proprio nel cuore del nűzhen. Il loro obiettivo: la conquista del potente impero Jìn. Tra i guerrieri mandati a Liaoning c'è un ufficiale di basso rango (un arban) di nome Mongke Nichan, un uomo spirituale alla ricerca della sua anima gemella al fine di compiere una profezia attesa a lungo dal suo cuore. Ma trovare la sua metà e convincerla ad accettarlo sono due cose completamente diverse in questa storia d'amore ambientata nel periodo di guerra che ti porterà nel cuore stesso del misticismo asiatico e nella parte più intima dei ranghi della possente Orda Mongola.
L'arca di Noè; La storia si ripete, solo i VIP si salvano
by PEDRO HUGO GARCÍA PELÁEZC’è bisogno di un cambiamento... e alla fine è arrivato. Omar si rende conto che bisogna lasciarsi alle spalle gli anni ottanta. Noah gli ispira un’idea per rigenerare la società. Ciò che segue è un’altra storia
Larceny and Lace (Vintage Magic #2)
by Annette BlairMadeira Cutler is busy opening her new vintage clothing store in what was once the town's morgue when she discovers an intruder snooping around a bunch of bones in a body drawer. Now, she'll have to dig up more than the past to solve a crime.
Larga sinfonía en D
by Margarita DaltonEsta nueva edición de Larga sinfonía en D y había una vez... recupera un texto clave de la literatura contracultural mexicana que durante décadas fue injustamente olvidado. Más que una novela, en estas páginas se esconde una experiencia psicodélica. Tres amigos de paso por Londres deciden probar juntos el ácido lisérgico, una droga capaz de distorsionar el tejido de la realidad y abrir la mente a estados de conciencia alternativos. En el proceso discuten sus ideas sobre el futuro, las relaciones, el arte y un sinfín de temas que fluyen de sus mentes en un torrente imparable de asociaciones semánticas y lingüísticas. Durante las diez horas que dura esta experiencia metafísica, la novela juega con la materia y el sentido del texto de una forma que nos acerca a las visiones provocadas por la sustancia: no somos simples espectadores, sino partícipes de este viaje a lo profundo de la psique humana La critica dice: «Leer Larga Sinfonía en D y había una vez... hoy no es sólo un viaje en el tiempo a esa década paradigmática, en México y el mundo, que fueron los sesenta. Es también una clave, una guía y una invitación a volver a leer con los ojos abiertos, a mirarnos en los espejos de la pared y los espejos de los ojos ajenos.» -Iván Aguirre
Larger Than Life (Jeanie & Genie #8)
by Trish GrantedIn the eighth book of the Jeanie & Genie series, Willow accidentally brings dinosaurs to life!Jeanie and her best friend, Willow, are going to the zoo to see a special dinosaur safari exhibit. But since Willow is a genie who sometimes accidentally grants wishes, the girls have to be extra careful around animals like lions and tigers and bears. And they are! But…they&’re not quite as careful around the dinosaurs. Soon enough, the dinosaurs come alive! Can Jeanie and Willow fix this larger-than-life problem? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Jeanie & Genie chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.
The Largesse of the Sea Maiden: Stories
by Denis JohnsonTwenty-five years after Jesus’ Son, a haunting new collection of short stories on mortality and transcendence, from National Book Award winner and two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist Denis Johnson <p><p> The Largesse of the Sea Maiden is the long-awaited new story collection from Denis Johnson. Written in the luminous prose that made him one of the most beloved and important writers of his generation, this collection finds Johnson in new territory, contemplating the ghosts of the past and the elusive and unexpected ways the mysteries of the universe assert themselves. Finished shortly before Johnson’s death, this collection is the last word from a writer whose work will live on for many years to come.
El Largo Camino a Casa: PEM (PEM #1)
by Stephanie AlbrightSophie está en el trabajo, el viernes por la mañana, cuando se va la luz. Mientras espera que se restablezca, se da cuenta de que su teléfono celular completamente cargado no enciende. Un pensamiento horrible cruza su mente y corre a mirar por la ventana. La calle está llena de autos detenidos y gente dando vueltas mirando sus teléfonos celulares que no funcionan. Se da cuenta de que esto es mucho peor que un simple apagón y que debe actuar rápidamente si quiere sobrevivir. Sophie convence a una compañera de trabajo para que se una a su intento de llegar a casa, aunque en el fondo de su corazón sabe que se sentirá decepcionada cuando llegue allí.
The Larion Senators: The Eldarn Sequence Book 3
by Jay Gordon Rob ScottNerak is defeated. Steven Taylor has cast the malevolent dictator's soul into the Fold's inky void - but the evil that controlled Nerak and brutalised the people of Eldarn has escaped, and taken Mark Jenkins with it. Steven must put his own feelings to one side, for Eldarn's fate still hangs in the balance, and he remains the land's only real hope.As he and his companions make their way across country, rallying what remains of their allies, Mark, no longer the affable teacher from Colorado, disappears into the foothills of the Blackstone Mountains, determined to excavate the Larion spell table and use its awesome power to destroy Eldarn.During an epic sea journey to the enemy strongholds of northern Malakasia, Steven discovers he is stronger than he thought, but a confrontation with Mark is inevitable ... Is Steven willing to kill his best friend and face eternal exile in Eldarn to save two worlds from annihilation?Return to Eldarn for this towering finale, where our heroes face a terrifying army of mutated beasts, and the mysteries of the Larion Senators are waiting to be unlocked, for good or for evil ...
The Larion Senators: The Eldarn Sequence Book 3
by Rob Scott Jay GordonNerak is defeated. Steven Taylor has cast the malevolent dictator's soul into the Fold's inky void - but the evil that controlled Nerak and brutalised the people of Eldarn has escaped, and taken Mark Jenkins with it. Steven must put his own feelings to one side, for Eldarn's fate still hangs in the balance, and he remains the land's only real hope.As he and his companions make their way across country, rallying what remains of their allies, Mark, no longer the affable teacher from Colorado, disappears into the foothills of the Blackstone Mountains, determined to excavate the Larion spell table and use its awesome power to destroy Eldarn.During an epic sea journey to the enemy strongholds of northern Malakasia, Steven discovers he is stronger than he thought, but a confrontation with Mark is inevitable ... Is Steven willing to kill his best friend and face eternal exile in Eldarn to save two worlds from annihilation?Return to Eldarn for this towering finale, where our heroes face a terrifying army of mutated beasts, and the mysteries of the Larion Senators are waiting to be unlocked, for good or for evil ...
Lark and the Wild Hunt
by Jennifer AdamThe Real Boy meets The Girl Who Drank the Moon in this magical middle grade adventure, which takes readers deep into the world of the fae on one brave young girl’s quest to save her brother.Never trust a fae. Lark Mairen knows this. In her village, the border between the fae and human worlds is as thin as a whisper, and fae trickery is nothing new.But Lark’s brother, Galin, has just disappeared into the fae realm while racing in the deadly Wild Hunt, and Lark’s only lead is a mysterious fae boy called Rook.To save her brother, she’ll have to trust Rook—even if it takes her into the dangerous fae kingdom, where she’ll untangle riddles, navigate labyrinths, and face the wicked king himself.From the author of The Last Windwitch, Lark and the Wild Hunt is the perfect blend of classic folklore and new twists, with a protagonist who will show readers that failure is nothing to fear—and resilience, bravery, and friendship can overcome even the most daunting adversaries.
The Lark and the Wren (Bardic Voices #1)
by Mercedes LackeyIf Rune could get the proper training, she could become one of the finest bards her world has ever seen. But her advantages are few, so when she decides to play her fiddle for the Ghost of Skull Hill, he agrees to a bargain--an arrangement that could mean silver for her future quest . . . or her death at the hands of the ghost.
Lark Ascending
by Silas HouseWinner of the Southern Book Prize for Fiction * Winner of a Nautilus Award (Gold)A timely, powerful story of survival set in the not-too-distant future that Margaret Renkl (Late Migrations) calls &“a beautiful book...shot through with such tenderness and humanity, such love and courage and beauty and hope, that it feels almost like a prayer.&” With fires devastating much of America, Lark and his family first leave their home in Maryland for Maine. But as the country increasingly falls under the grip of religious nationalism, it becomes clear that nowhere is safe, not just from physical disasters but also persecution. The family secures a place on a crowded boat headed to Ireland, the last place on earth rumored to be accepting American refugees. Upon arrival, it turns out that the safe harbor of Ireland no longer exists either—and Lark, the sole survivor of the trans-Atlantic voyage, must disappear into the countryside. As he runs for his life, Lark finds two equally lost and desperate souls: one of the last remaining dogs, who becomes his closest companion, and a fierce, mysterious woman in search of her lost son. Together they form a makeshift family and attempt to reach Glendalough, a place they believe will offer protection. But can any community provide the safety that they seek? Lark Ascending is a moving and unforgettable story of friendship and bravery, and even more, a story of the ongoing fight to protect our personal freedoms and find our shared humanity, from a writer at the peak of his powers.
Lark Ascending (The Skylark Trilogy #3)
by Meagan SpoonerThe thrilling conclusion to The Skylark Trilogy: Revolution is brewing in the city within the Wall. The city stands divided, and war is imminent. The rebels need a leader. After months beyond the Wall, Lark returns with Oren by her side, prepared to overthrow the Institute once and for all. But Lark's triumphant homecoming is short-lived when another leader emerges to unite the rebels: Eve, a mysterious Renewable. Lark wonders if Eve's powers will bring them strength—or bring humanity's final downfall.
Lark Rising
by Sandra WaughFull of romance and nature magic, this debut fantasy is perfect for fans of Shannon Hale, Juliet Marillier, and Kristin Cashore. "A beautifully realized world, a unique voice, and a compelling, action-packed story. This is a striking debut novel with a lovely folkloric flavor." --Juliet Marillier, author of Wildwood Dancing Lark has foreseen two things--she will fall for a young man with sage green eyes,and he will kill her. Sixteen-year-old Lark Carew is happiest close to home, tending her garden and gathering herbs for medicines. But when her Sight warns her that monsters called Troths will soon invade her village, Lark is summoned on a journey to seek help from the legendary Riders of Tarnec. Little does she suspect that one of the Riders, Gharain, is the very man who has haunted her visions. Or that the people of Tarnec have called her there for another reason: Lark is the Guardian of Life, the first of four Guardians who must awaken their powers to recover four stolen amulets. Together, the amulets--Life, Death, Dark, and Light--keep the world in Balance. To take back the Life amulet, Lark will have to discover her true inner strength and give in to a love that she swears will be her downfall.
Larklight: A Rousing Tale of Dauntless Pluck in the Farthest Reaches of Space
by Philip ReeveArthur (Art) Mumby and his irritating sister Myrtle live with their father in the huge and rambling house, Larklight, travelling through space on a remote orbit far beyond the Moon. One ordinary sort of morning they receive a correspondence informing them that a gentleman is on his way to visit, a Mr Webster. Visitors to Larklight are rare if not unique, and a frenzy of preparation ensues. But it is entirely the wrong sort of preparation, as they discover when their guest arrives, and a Dreadful and Terrifying (and marvellous) adventure begins. <p><p>It takes them to the furthest reaches of Known Space, where they must battle the evil First Ones in a desperate attempt to save each other - and the Universe. Recounted through the eyes of Art himself, Larklight is sumptuously designed and illustrated throughout.
Larmes d'or
by Gayle Ramage Alexandra CueilleLe collier de Brisingamen - Un collier forgé par quatre nains dans les anciens temps. On dit que celui qui le porte verra ses larmes se transformer en or. Le collier de Brisingamen - Un collier actuellement entreposé dans une boîte en verre, sur une étagère, dans la salle de bain d'une maison d'Édimbourg appartenant à une femme nommée Hattie. Le collier de Brisingamen - Un collier qui va bientôt être dérobé par une voleuse qui ne se doute encore de rien. À propos de la série... Géants, lutins, sirènes... toutes ces créatures appartiennent au monde des contes. Mais que se passerait-il si elles étaient aussi réelles que vous ou moi ? Il est assez difficile de les repérer, mais si vous ouvrez bien l'œil, vous les trouverez. Grâce à ses yeux vairons, une habitante d'Édimbourg, Hattie, peut voir sans souci le gobelin assis sur un banc du parc qui fait trébucher les passants ou la salamandre qui se prélasse dans les flammes du feu de joie voisin. Tant que les créatures ne l'importunent pas, elle ne les importunera pas. Mais si elles lui cherchent des noises, elles feraient mieux de se méfier...