Títulos em Literatura e Ficção

An awakening civilisation seeks the truth about its past, long lost in vague, yet disturbing, myth and legend. Three young people, Kiri, Meru and Zoella, begin to unlock the secrets of their world. Kiri has a strongly religious upbringing and believes the star Lacaille is a vengeful goddess, worshipped by the mysterious priestesses of Drayden. Meru discovers strange technology abandoned long ago yet still operating and Zoella comes to learn of a secret which holds the key to understanding the strange world upon which they live.

Set in a remote Norwegian fishing village during a brutal winter, this tale follows ten-year-old Klaus Eriksson as he cares for his younger brother Nils while their father is away on a dangerous voyage. When a mysterious visitor arrives on Christmas Eve during the worst storm anyone can remember, Klaus must confront both ancient folklore and the true meaning of love and sacrifice. A haunting exploration of Christmas that delves beyond traditional holiday cheer to examine the deeper themes of family, responsibility, and what it truly means to be good.

This is a Christmas story set in 1810 Paris, following seven-year-old Celeste Dubois, the daughter of a modest clockmaker. On a snowy Christmas Eve night, Celeste has a magical encounter that changes her life forever when she spots a familiar figure moving across the rooftops of her neighborhood.

The forest is dense and dark. And the trail full of unexpected perils. The dog can't move. The boy can't talk. And you won't know why. Or where you are going. You will put this story down not wanting the journey to end.

Durch einen dummen Zufall konnte der Restant der Totenbeschwörer fliehen und seine Brüder und Schwestern im Hotel Mitternacht befreien. Nun nimmt die teuflische Truppe Kurs auf Dublin, wo ihre "Retterin" weilt: Darquise, die mächtige Zauberin, die die Welt vernichten soll. Da Walküre jedoch Besseres zu tun hat, als die Welt in Schutt und Asche zu legen, will sie ihr schreckliches Schicksal ändern. Allein. Nicht einmal Skulduggery weiht sie ein.

Eigentlich sollte Livia das perfekte Leben führen. Schließlich wurde ihre Zukunft von MAM berechnet, einer Künstlichen Intelligenz, die die Menschheit vor 200 Jahren vor dem Untergang rettete und seither das Leben aller gestaltet. Ihre Freizeit verbringt Livia in den Sims, täuschend echten Simulationen, in denen die Welt vor der Klimakrise nachgestellt wird. Auch ihren Job als Krankenpflegerin verdankt sie MAM. Doch Livia beschleicht das Gefühl, dass MAM bei ihrer Berufswahl einen Fehler gemacht hat – und dass sich hinter der Fassade ihrer perfekten Gesellschaft ein dunkles Geheimnis verbirgt.

A raging sea tosses a boy upon the shores of ancient Wales. Left for dead, he has no memory, no name, and no home. But it is his determination to find out who he is—to learn the truth about his mysterious powers—that leads him to a strange and enchanted land. And it is there he discovers that the fate of this land and his personal quest are strangely entwined.

Every year the Imperium administers the Magi test as part of the ritual of becoming an adult at 18. All new Magi are then sent to the Academy where they learn the magic they need to defend the Imperium. The academy itself can be dangerous for those without the will and determination to survive. Young recruits die every year. Jack always thought he would be a legionnaire. He never expected to become a Magi, let alone a War Magi, one of the magical forces that help defend the Imperium against internal and external threats. Will he survive the trials that await him?

Thrust to the mercy of the Mississippi river, thirteen-year-old Rowdy floats safely away as he watches the smoke rise from his burning farmhouse. His father, dead. His brother, dead. Both gunned down in front of him by a murderous gang of bandits. Now alone in the world, his perilous journey of survival begins, challenging and shaping him into the young man his father would want him to become. Pulled from the waters, he is given a chance by a lone river Captain and his mate. Working the trade routes between St. Louis and New Orleans, he learns to navigate safe passage.

After the fall of the Shadow King, Rivet wanders a broken world, searching for purpose in the aftermath of war. But whispers of an ancient power call to him, leading him to uncover fragments of his forgotten past. When strange creatures begin emerging—phantoms bearing the remnants of the Shadow King’s darkness—Rivet realizes the battle is far from over. Seeking answers, he stumbles upon a hidden village of survivors who believe the corruption still lingers. When spectral beasts attack, Rivet’s dormant abilities awaken, briefly restoring his form as the blue ninja frog.

A decade ago, a rift tore open the Kaydan sky, pulling twin princes, Noan and Jormon, plus thousands of their people, from their home world and dumping them in the American South. In the years since, they've grown used to the drones policing their every move and to hiding the magic-like abilities that set them apart. But they'll never get used to the crosses burning outside their trailer—a reminder that Kaydans don't belong.

Seira Lewis ha tutto: bellezza, popolarità, ricchezza. Cresciuta nel mondo dorato della moda, con un padre stilista di fama internazionale e una vita costellata di privilegi, è sempre stata al centro dell'attenzione. Ma dietro l'aria snob e le foto patinate si nasconde una solitudine profonda che nessun regalo costoso è mai riuscito a cancellare: il vuoto lasciato dalla morte della madre. Così, quando suo padre decide di risposarsi con un'altra donna, Seira si ribella. Tra scandali, provocazioni e gossip, è pronta a tutto pur di mandare all'aria quel matrimonio.

Magical Embrace is the spellbinding first installment in the Urban Magic series, a multi-book journey brimming with high-stakes adventure, explosive twists, and a whirlwind of emotions. This fast-paced narrative draws listeners into a world where the line between love and survival blurs, leaving you breathless and yearning for more.

Specifically designed to be a audiobook."The Legacy of Ezra: The Ezra Chronicles" is a compelling narrative that targets young adults aged 18 and above. This book delves into themes of leadership, innovation, and the significant impact one can have on their community. It follows the journey of Ezra, a visionary leader who navigates the challenges of uniting a diverse group of individuals to create a lasting legacy. Through courage and strategic thinking, Ezra inspires others to embrace change and harness the power of shared wisdom to build a brighter future.

Deina la Dissociante a découvert sa véritable identité, tout comme son véritable amour. Mais pour sauver ceux qu’elle aime, elle s’est sacrifiée, et les Enfers sont désormais sa nouvelle demeure. Chez les mortels, l’infâme Aristée s’est proclamé nouveau souverain de Thèbes, à la place de son roi légitime : Theron. Et il est déterminé à retrouver les Dissociants en fuite pour régner en maître absolu.

Second entry in series of teen aviation stories, filled with lots of scientific jargon, a jewel heist, and adventure. Van Powell is a pseudonym of early Hollywood screenwriter, Ardon Van Buren Powell (1886-1958).

From the incomparable mind of award winner Neal Shusterman, New York Times bestselling author of the Arc of a Scythe, comes a collection of uncanny and unforgettable short stories. This collection of unforgettable and uncanny stories could only come from the mind of award winner Neal Shusterman...

La missione di Alosa è finalmente completata. Non solo ha recuperato tutti e tre i pezzi della mappa che conduce al leggendario tesoro, ma i pirati che l'avevano catturata sono ora prigionieri sulla sua nave. Riden, bello in modo sempre più sleale, è una distrazione costante, però, almeno questa volta, è ai suoi ordini. Ma quando il malvagio Vordan le svela un segreto che suo padre ha tenuto nascosto per anni, Alosa e la sua ciurma si ritrovano in una gara mortale contro il temutissimo re dei pirati. Nonostante il pericolo, Alosa sa che raggiungerà il tesoro per prima.

Als das Haus der achtzehnjährigen River Santos niederbrannte, verlor sie alles: ihr Zuhause, ihre Musik, ihren Dad. Doch kurz darauf nimmt das Schicksal eine bizarre Wendung: Durch eine anonyme Spende wird River über Nacht zur Millionärin. Aber als River ein schlimmes Familiengeheimnis entdeckt, muss sie plötzlich alle Menschen in ihrem Leben in Frage stellen: ihren perfekten Vater, ihre spurlos verschwundene Mutter, die Absichten des Geldspenders - und Logan, der sich immer mehr in Lügen verstrickt.

Halbfae Robin Vale ist unter Menschen aufgewachsen, doch das rettet ihn nicht davor, von Jägern entführt zu werden. Als er von einer Faeprinzessin gerettet wird, öffnet sich für ihn der Weg nach Wychwood, dem Reich der Fae, in dem sich alle auf einen Krieg gegen die Menschen vorbereiten. Robin versteht nicht, wie er in diese Pläne hineinpasst, bis ihm eröffnet wird, dass er der verlorene Erbe des Icethorn-Hofs ist, dessen unbeanspruchte Macht den Krieg beginnen soll.