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Paul Sheldon é um escritor famoso, reconhecido por uma série de best-sellers protagonizados pela mesma personagem: Misery Chastain. Annie Wilkes é uma enfermeira aposentada, leitora voraz e obcecada pela história de Misery. Quando Paul sofre um acidente de carro em uma nevasca, ele é resgatado justamente por Annie, e esse encontro entre fã e autor é o ponto de partida de uma das tramas mais aterrorizantes de Stephen King.

In Key West, the water remembers everything. Lena Cruz lives between the dock and the stage. By day, she works the decks of a charter boat. By night, she sings in a historic hotel on Duval Street. Her life is measured by tides, routines, and things left unsaid—until one ordinary day on the water leaves a feeling that won’t settle. She doesn’t investigate. She doesn’t accuse. She pays attention. As quiet decisions ripple outward, Lena must decide what it means to do the right thing when the truth can’t be proven and silence feels safer than speaking.

Eroberung der Neuen Welt ist ein ungewöhnlicher, konsequent durchdachter Science-Fiction-Roman, der zwei Zivilisationen über 4,24 Lichtjahre hinweg miteinander verbindet. Die Geschichte beginnt scheinbar normal – an der University of Florida im Jahr 2200 – doch schnell wird klar, dass die Menschheit niemals allein war. Seit Jahrzehnten senden wir unbewusst Signale ins All, und eine fremde Spezies hat sie nicht nur empfangen, sondern entschlüsselt.

In October 1967, Che Guevara was executed in a remote schoolhouse in Bolivia. The official account was released quickly, accepted without question, and sealed into history. When Isabel Meléndez discovers her father’s hidden journal decades later, she learns that the man she believed was a quiet State Department employee was something else entirely. From inside the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, he was tracking radio traffic, timelines, and decisions as the narrative of Che’s death took shape—often before facts existed to support it. Instead of confronting what he suspected, he documented it.

El Viento de La Higuera es un thriller geopolítico basado en hechos históricos reales. Una historia sobre inteligencia sin heroísmo, el peso de la memoria y el peligro de reabrir una verdad que instituciones poderosas creyeron enterrada para siempre.

From an early age, Melanie M Johnson recognized she was different. She understood life for her would not be the same as others, however she had no idea what this difference would entail. Facing trauma after trauma, she found herself alone, surrounded by those she thought would love and protect her. But no one could protect her from the things she had to endure. Facing reality brought her to her breaking point, where she thought it would be better to not even exist.

Journey into the heart of Puerto Rico's extraordinary history in "Boricua! The History and Future of Puerto Rico," by Donald Elton. From the rich, often overlooked story of the indigenous Taíno civilization, through the brutal conquest by Spain and complex dynamics with the United States, this riveting book paints a nuanced portrait of a people whose identity has been shaped by resilience and resistance.

Adéntrate en el corazón de la extraordinaria historia de Puerto Rico en "¡Boricua! La historia y el futuro de Puerto Rico", por Donald Elton. Desde la rica y a menudo olvidada civilización indígena taína, pasando por la brutal conquista española, hasta las complejas relaciones con Estados Unidos, este apasionante libro ofrece un retrato matizado de un pueblo cuya identidad ha sido forjada por la resistencia y la resiliencia.

A obra de Clarice Lispector tem sido lida, interpretada e criticada ao longo dos anos sob diversos prismas. Entretanto, com sua imagem forte e com suas questões existenciais latentes, a autora dificilmente é lida a partir da ótica da religião. O presente livro apresenta uma leitura da...

Big Sugar: The Other White Powder peels back the shiny facade of an everyday staple to reveal a history marked by exploitation, political intrigue, and global impact. From sugar’s beginnings as a rare delicacy in Southeast Asia to its role in shaping empires, economies, and entire societies, this book explores how a simple sweetener fueled colonial expansion, financed wars, and entrenched forced labor.

In Conquest of the New World, the inevitable moment arrives—humanity’s century-long broadcasts into the cosmos are finally answered. But as an alien ship enters Earth’s orbit, claiming peaceful intent, the world is on the brink of unprecedented transformation—or catastrophe. This brilliantly crafted thriller blends the geopolitical depth of Tom Clancy with the scientific precision of Arthur C. Clarke, creating a narrative that is as much about international power struggles and crisis management as it is about the philosophical and existential dilemmas of First Contact.

Read brilliantly by the author, Ben Elton. From The Young Ones and Blackadder theme music to snippets of his stand-up comedy shows, this audiobook includes bonus audio recordings showcasing special moments throughout Ben's incredible career. ‘What Have I Done? snaps, crackles and pops with wit...

Vice House: Presidential Vice and its Impact on American History takes listeners behind the scenes of the White House to uncover the vices, scandals, and moral failings that have shaped the nation’s highest office. From the Founding Fathers to modern presidents, this book delves into the personal lives of America’s leaders to reveal how their choices influenced policy, public opinion, and the course of history.

Cuba Libre: Reborn is a compelling blend of history, fiction, and an optimistic future. Set in iconic Havana, Cuba, this novel explores the nation’s enduring struggle for sovereignty and its quest to redefine itself in a changing world. Against a backdrop of political intrigue and cultural transformation, Cuba Libre: Reborn brings to life the vibrant streets of Havana and the resilience of its people. The story captures the tension between Cuba’s revolutionary past and its aspirations for a brighter, more independent future.

Behind the familiar yellow banana lies a story of power, greed, and violence that shaped the modern world. Bloody Bananas uncovers the hidden history of the United Fruit Company — later known as Chiquita Brands International — and its role in creating the concept of the “banana republic.”

El Dr. Roger Jackson, un cardiólogo, y Isabel Meléndez, una enfermera dedicada, lideran una misión médica en el corazón de la crisis de Venezuela, brindando servicios cardiológicos vitales a una nación en caos. Con millones huyendo del país y el gobierno al borde del colapso, el equipo se encuentra no solo enfrentando emergencias médicas, sino también atrapado en una intriga política que podría alterar el futuro de Venezuela.

Dr. Roger Jackson, a cardiologist, and Isabel Melendez, a dedicated nurse, lead a medical mission into the heart of Venezuela’s crisis, providing vital cardiology services to a nation in turmoil. With millions fleeing the country and the government on the brink of collapse, the team finds themselves not only battling medical emergencies but entangled in political intrigue that could alter the future of Venezuela.

En el corazón de Bolivia, en lo alto de los Andes, se encuentra Potosí, la antigua ciudad argentífera más rica del mundo, ahora un lugar tranquilo que esconde secretos capaces de alterar el curso de la historia. El cardiólogo estadounidense Roger Jackson y su compañera Isabel, una apasionada enfermera boliviana, emprenden una exploración rutinaria de los sitios históricos de Potosí y se topan con un hallazgo que desafía toda lógica. Estos artefactos, con el potencial de revolucionar el mundo, desentierran secretos peligrosos enterrados hace mucho, desencadenando un emocionante viaje.

Lean how to embezzle from a medical practice and more importantly how to prevent employees from stealing from your practice. Sometimes you have to think like a thief to catch a thief. This book shows you vulnerabilities you may not realize you have and how to deter, detect, and recover from employee theft.

In the heart of Bolivia, nestled high in the Andes, lies the ancient city of Potosí—once the wealthiest silver city in the world, now a quiet place hiding secrets that could alter the course of history. When American cardiologist Roger Jackson and his partner, Isabel, a passionate nurse born in Bolivia, set out on a routine exploration of Potosí’s historic sites, they stumble upon a discovery that defies all logic. These artifacts, with the potential to revolutionize the world, threaten to unearth dangerous secrets long buried, sparking an exciting journey of discovery.