Skjønnlitteratur

AN AMAZON TOP 50 BESTSELLERBONESI got my name from breaking the bones of a kid who picked on my younger brother, but that's only where it started.My black heart craves violence, and being a King gives me plenty of opportunities.When a friend comes to me for help because someone he loves is in danger, I'm happy to do so. After all, my friends are few, and they are my family.Once I have her, I do what I have to in order to protect her. She thinks she's in hell, but this is child's play compared to what she would have faced.She's an innocent through and through and completely off-limits. But that's not enough to stop me from doing what I do best-taking what's mine.MIAI was born into a deadly Mafia family, yet I'm a nobody. To the world, I don't exist.Shuffled from Vegas as a child and sent to Italy for my protection, I became invisible. Until they found a use for me. Now I'm a card my father can play. A chance to cash in on the family name to the highest bidder.Taken from my home, I'm sold to a King. His hard blue eyes take no prisoners. He's just another pretty face to hide the evil and in no way my savior.Now I know what hell looks like because I'm living it. But just when I think I can finally be free, it all comes crashing down, and the King I thought would end me is the only one who can save me. All I wanted was to be somebody, but now I wish I'd stayed the nobody.BONES is the fifth book in The Dark Kingdom Series and can be read as a standalone. Due to mature content and themes this book is recommended for readers aged eighteen and over. This novel may contain triggers.

Samantha, a talented cardiac surgeon from South Africa, finds herself in unfamiliar territory when she accepts a job offer in a distant land. With a new home, new hospital, and a fresh set of rules to navigate, every day is a challenge. Among the unfamiliar faces is Devon, a celebrated architect with mysteries of his own.Life is a delicate tapestry of emotions, and as Samantha soon discovers, escaping the past doesn't always lead to a clear path forward. Their budding romance is a dance of passion, vulnerability, and unexpected turns. As she grapples with the complexities of the operating room, Samantha must also confront the trials of the heart.Join Samantha on a journey of love, resilience, and self-discovery, where the past and present intertwine, and the future remains beautifully uncertain.

"Everly: I am the servant of a merciless God. I am the daughter of its preacher. All my life, my power has been controlled by others. They raised me to be meek and stifled my magic. But no more. A brutal murder led me to discover a mysterious house full of magic--and the ancient, powerful demon within. He says my power can change the world, that I can kill the evil creature I once worshipped. But at what cost? Callum: For two thousand years, I've been alone. Slaughtering fallen Gods as I searched for the witch that haunted my dreams, begging for my help. Now that I've found her, I will protect her with my life. But when the fate of Earth, Heaven, and Hell hangs in the balance, not even her soul is safe from destruction. If a choice must be made, I'll let the world burn if it means having her as my own."--Publisher provided description.

Discover the story of a Native American community told through the generations, from the author of the New York Times bestseller There There Following its unforgettable characters through almost two centuries of history, from the horrors of the Sand Creek Massacre of 1864 to the aftermath of a shooting in the early 21st century, Wandering Stars is an indelible novel of America's war on its own people.It is also the tender, shattering story of many generations of a Native American family, searching for ways through displacement, addiction and pain, towards home and hope.Readers of Orange's classic debut There There will know some of these characters and will be eager to learn what happened to Orvil Red Feather after the Oakland Powwow. New readers will discover a wondrous novel of poetry, music, rage and love, from one of the most astonishing voices of his generation.

Wrong Norma is Anne Carson's first book of original material in eight years'If she was a prose writer she would instantly be recognised as a genius'COLM TÓIBÍN'She pinpoints the collision of oracle and anachronism'TEJU COLEAs with her most recent publications, Wrong Norma is a facsimile edition of the original hand-designed book, drawn and annotated by the author. Several of the twenty-five startling poetic prose pieces have appeared in magazines and journals like the New Yorker and the Paris Review.Anne Carson is probably our most celebrated living poet, winner of countless awards and routinely tipped for the Nobel Prize in Literature. Famously reticent, asking that her books be published without cover copy, she has agreed to say this:Wrong Norma is a collection of writings about different things, like Joseph Conrad, Guantanamo, Flaubert, snow, poverty, Roget's Thesaurus, my Dad, Saturday night, Sokrates, writing sonnets, forensics, encounters with lovers, the word "idea", the feet of Jesus, and Russian thugs. The pieces are not linked. That's why I've called them "wrong".

Adara and Einar are at a crossroads. With no allies left in the fae realm, they only have one option left to unlock Adara's powers--the dragons who fled Ediria nearly twenty years ago.In order to find the dragons, Adara will have to travel to the heart of Mount Furian and access the portal they used to escape. And since Einar cannot cross the portal himself, she will have to travel to this dangerous new realm and convince the dragons to help her without her staunchest ally by her side.The last thing Einar wants is to send Adara through the portal, not when they are so close to completing the mating bond. But time is of the essence as Nox's dark power grows every day, and sacrifices must be made. If Adara does not stop Nox soon, the Mother of Shadows will unleash a terrible evil upon Ediria that even the Radiants cannot withstand. And Adara and Einar will lose not only each other, but everything they hold dear...

Adara and Einar thought all their problems would be solved when they defeated the corrupted King Aolis.But the power vacuum they have created is begging to be filled, and the three houses of Ediria are at each other's throats trying to claim it. Worse, the threat from the shadow creatures is far from ended-an even more diabolical villain has risen in Aolis's place, and she will stop at nothing in her plot to throw Ediria into chaos and drown the kingdom in its own blood.If Adara is to make things right, she must complete the coming of age ritual to unlock her powers so she can defeat the shadow creatures once and for all. But who can she rely on, when everyone seeks to use her as a pawn in their nefarious games? Even Einar seems to have his own agenda, and when it comes to matters of the heart, no one can be trusted...

A nerd must fight powerful spirits and aliens all vying for the secret power of his “family jewel,” so who better to fight alongside him than his high school crush and a spirit granny?!

"As life at Decelis goes on, both the vampires and werewolves fight for Sooha s attention--but the only thing on Sooha s mind is her old friend, Chris! Lately, Chris has been appearing everywhere, from the corner of Sooha s eye to the deep recesses of her dreams."--

"Some contents within this book may be triggering or disturbing to some readers. Reader descretion is advised. This book contains drug use, loss/death of family, scenes of trauma, anxiety, PTSD, mentions of suicide and domestic violence, and depictions of 'hard' kink/edgeplay. This book is not intended for anyone under the legal age of adulthood. The activities depicted within this book are dangerous and are not intended to depict realistic expections of sex, BDSM, or fetish-related activities. The kinks/fetishes within this book: knifeplay, gunplay, body modification including piercing and scarfication, derogatory language/degradation play, flogging, blood, public play, voyeurism, bondage, primal play."--Title page verso.

In this insightful and comprehensive guide, Addy Osmani shares more than a decade of experience working on the Chrome team at Google, uncovering secrets to engineering effectiveness, efficiency, and team success. Engineers and engineering leaders looking to scale their effectiveness and drive transformative results within their teams and organizations will learn the essential principles, tips, and frameworks for building highly effective engineering teams. Osmani presents best practices and proven strategies that foster engineering excellence in organizations of all sizes. Through practical advice and real-world examples, Leading Effective Engineering Teams empowers you to create a thriving engineering culture where individuals and teams can excel. Unlock the full potential of your engineering team and achieve unparalleled success by harnessing the power of trust, commitment, and accountability. With this book, you'll discover: The essential traits for engineering effectiveness and the pitfalls to avoid How to cultivate trust, commitment, and accountability within your team Strategies to minimize friction, optimize career growth, and deliver maximum value The dynamics of highly successful engineering teams and how to replicate their achievements How to implement a systems thinking approach for everyday problem-solving and decision-making Self-advocacy techniques to enhance your team's visibility and recognition within the organization

The next novel set in the world of Blizzard Entertainment's legendary online game World of Warcraft.

Destiny Grimoire Anthology, Volume VI is a curated look at the history of one of humanity's greatest enemies, and now perhaps, potential allies: the Cabal. These stories follow an ancient empire through a time of great change - from the hedonism of Emperor Calus to the ambition of Dominus Ghaul to the vision of Empress Caiatl. What does it mean to be Cabal - to eat the mountains and drink the seas? And with their homeworld lost, what will the Cabal become?

"Thanks to a last-minute goal, Isagi manages to prove his worth and earn his teammates' respect in the first match of tryouts. But more matches remain, and Isagi will need to master his new 'reflexive thinking' ability to earn a place on the Blue Lock Eleven. The board is almost set. Prepare for the ultimate contest between the Blue Lock strikers' 'egoism' and the U-20 Japan team's legendary defense"--

Journey beyond the familiar into a world where children's tales take on shades darker and more mysterious than you ever imagined. 'The Grimoire of Forgotten Fairytales' is not just a book-it's an experience. Crafted by William Moore, the creative genius behind viral TikTok sketches that have captivated over 100,000 followers, this collection is a testament to the power of storytelling. "The longer I looked, the more disorienting it became."Dive into eldritch lore, enigmatic verses, twisted nursery rhymes, and cryptic riddles. Each tale, each page, in this beautifully crafted novella is a key to a door yet unopened, a path yet untraveled. As you immerse yourself in this world and get lost in the mesmerising illustrations, you'll hear the whispers of tales long forgotten, urging you to unlock the secrets that lie within. But a word of caution: some doors, once opened, can never be closed. Are you ready to venture forth into this mesmerizing realm?

Four stories. Four couples. Three years of real life after graduation. . .A wedding.A proposal.An elopement.And a surprise pregnancy.Life after college for Garrett and Hannah, Logan and Grace, Dean and Allie, and Tucker and Sabrina, isn't quite what they imagined it would be. Sure, they have each other, but they also have real-life problems that four years at Briar U didn't exactly prepare them for. As it turns out, for these four couples, love is the easy part. Growing up is a whole lot harder.The international bestselling Off-Campus series returns with a collection of four novellas that provide the much-anticipated answers to the question: Where are they now?

A transcendental debut novel from a multiple prize-winning poet; a story of mothers and sons, empires, and what it might mean to strive for love in a world that feels consumed by loss.

"Shen Zechuan is the eighth son of the traitorous Prince of Jianxing, a man who doomed his cities and people to destruction at the hands of the foreign enemy. As the only surviving member of his reviled line, Shen Zechuan bears the hatred of the nation. And no one's hate burns hotter than that of Xiao Chiye, the youngest son of the powerful Prince of Libei. Xiao Chiye would love nothing more than to see Shen Zechuan dead, but against all odds, he clings to life. Rather than succumb to his family's disgrace, he becomes a thorn in Xiao Chiye's side, clawing his way into the cutthroat political world of the capital. Yet as these two bitter enemies struggle against the bonds of their fate, they find themselves drawn together with a force neither expected -- and neither can hope to resist."--

"Originally published in single magazine form in Hitman 1-33, Hitman Annual 1, The Demon 42-45, 52-54, The Demon Annual 2, The Batman Chronicles 4, DCU Heroes Secret Files & Origins 1, DCU Villains Secret Files & Origins 1."--Indicia.

Lone drow Drizzt Do’Urden emerges from the Underdark into the blinding light of day in this epic final chapter of The Dark Elf Trilogy.After years spent in the ruthless confines of the Underdark, Drizzt Do’Urden has emerged from the subterranean society of his youth to start a new life. Accompanied by his loyal panther, Drizzt begins exploring the surface of Faerûn, a world unlike any he has ever known. From skunks to shapeshifters, Faerûn is full of unfamiliar creatures and fresh dangers, which Drizzt must learn to navigate if he is to survive. But while Drizzt acts with the best intentions, many of the surface dwellers regard him with fear and mistrust. Can he find faithful allies in this foreign land—or is he doomed to be a lonely outsider, just as he was in the Underdark?

"Drizzt Do'Urden fights for survival in the labyrinthine Underdark in the second book of The Dark Elf Trilogy. Ten years have passed since we last saw Drizzt Do'Urden and his magical feline companion, Guenhwyvr--and much has changed. Exiled from Menzoberranzan, the city of his childhood and the hub of drow society, Drizzt now wanders the subterranean maze of the Underdark in search of a new home. But loneliness is not the only thing that preys on Drizzt: His drow enemies, including his own siblings, would like nothing more than to see him dead. With murder on their minds, they begin their own search of the Underdark tunnels, forcing Drizzt to watch his back at every turn." -- Page 4 of cover.

The remarkable new Sunday Times bestselling novel from the author of the international sensation The Midnight Library'A beautiful novel full of life-affirming wonder and imagination' BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH'What looks like magic is simply a part of life we don't understand yet . . .'When retired Maths teacher Grace Winters is left a run-down house on a Mediterranean island by a long-lost friend, curiosity gets the better of her. She arrives in Ibiza with a one-way ticket, no guidebook and no plan.Among the rugged hills and golden beaches of the Balearics Grace searches for answers about her friend's life, and how it ended. What she uncovers is stranger than she could have dreamed. But to dive into this impossible truth, Grace must first come to terms with her past.Filled with wonder and wild adventure, this is a story of hope and the life-changing power of a new beginning.

The tenants of a Manhattan apartment building have begun to gather on the rooftop each evening and tell stories in this exciting new twist on the novel.With each passing night, more and more neighbours gather. Gradually the tenants - some of whom have barely spoken to each other before now - become real neighbours.With each character secretly written by a different, major literary voice - from Margaret Atwood to John Grisham and Celeste Ng, Fourteen Days is a heart-warming ode to the power of storytelling and human connection.'Immensely enjoyable... Fourteen Days is lively, freewheeling... An impressive achievement' Observer'Fourteen Days serves as a valuable reminder that stories can teach, console, provide a place of acceptance and perhaps even change their readers (or listeners)' Financial TimesIncludes writing from: Margaret Atwood, Sylvia Day, Emma Donoghue, Dave Eggers, Diana Gabaldon, Tess Gerritsen, John Grisham, Erica Jong, Celeste Ng, Tommy Orange, Doug Preston, R.L. Stine, Nafissa Thompson-Spires, Meg Wolitzer and many more.

The new novel from the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Icebreaker and Wildfire... Not suitable for younger readers.