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In its essence, Bella’s Kitchen is a love letter, to those people important in her life, and to herself. Yes it’s a cookbook, but it’s also more than just another book of recipes built around a theme. Isabella Niehaus has written this as a musing on every stage of her life, from her days growing up in the rural Free State, through glamorous globe-trotting fashion editor and loving mother, then successful restaurant host, to the award-winning and beloved author she now is. The beautifully photographed chapters reflect the recipes that best complement this journey (including some from her foodie friends), suitable for every occasion, but delicious, instinctive, adventurous and unique – just like Bella herself.
From Harry Whittaker, the co-author of the instant No. 1 international bestseller Atlas: The Story of Pa Salt, comes an epic mystery set in the world of the Seven Sisters. Reader-favourite antiquarian bookseller Orlando Forbes – first introduced in The Shadow Sister – returns in this dual-timeline saga. When Orlando uncovers a hidden cache of manuscripts in an old Harrow rectory, his investigation draws us deeper into the private longings and unresolved fractures of the character’s own life. Across dual timelines, his search for the truth about a forgotten Victorian author becomes a mirror to his own story, revealing buried betrayals, guarded hearts, and the courage it takes, in any century, to claim your true name. Expect exciting appearances from beloved Seven Sisters characters, and discover how their lives have been shaped following the events of Atlas: The Story of Pa Salt. This is Orlando's story . . .
From the bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz comes an uplifting new story of hope and survival. In 1942, the Nazis came for a Jewish family living in Montparnasse, occupied Paris. In the chaos of their arrest, the eleven-year-old daughter fled to the only person she trusted: her piano teacher… With the authorities closing in, Andrée and the girl are caught in a desperate race to stay alive. Soon, they are separated, and so starts Andrée’s fight for survival. She is determined to return and honour her promise to save the girl who has been entrusted to her care. Epic in scope and inspired by real events and people, The Piano Teacher of Montparnasse tells the story of piano teacher and French Resistance operative, Andrée Levallois, and the young girl she risks everything for. It is at once gripping, heartbreaking and uplifting.
'Only the second teenager to have scored a goal in a World Cup Final! Welcome to the club - it's great to have some company!' - Pelé This was the praise lauded upon Kylian Mbappé who, at just 19 years of age, led France to triumph at the 2018 World Cup. As golden confetti rained down, millions across the globe watched as the young man kissed the iconic trophy; the heir to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as the best footballer in the world had announced himself. It was his crowning moment. In Kylian Mbappé: The Definitive Biography, Julien Laurens, the world's leading French football journalist, paints a vivid portrait of Mbappé's meteoric rise to global stardom. After a decade covering Kylian's career, Julien has had unprecedented access to the player's friends, coaches and teammates past and present. Exploring Mbappé's humble upbringing in the suburbs of Paris and schooling at the famed Clairefontaine academy, his peerless rise with AS Monaco and Paris Saint-Germain, as well as his dream move to Real Madrid where his career has reached new heights, this extensive biography crafts an intimate account of Kylian's life. Julien takes us into the inner workings of Mbappé's psyche, as we witness how becoming a world superstar at just 19 affected the young Parisian. From the complex relationship he had with his boyhood club and its hierarchy to valiantly losing against Lionel Messi's Argentina in the 2022 World Cup Final, and becoming the new face of Real Madrid's galácticos, Julien shows us how the Mbappé that stars for club and country today is unrecognisable from the one who won the World Cup with France in 2018.
A line has been drawn—and the hockey world is divided.
A memoir that spans three generations of one South African family, beginning in the erased neighbourhood of Wittebome in Cape Town and unfolding through the forced removals of apartheid, the intimacy of township life in Gugulethu, and the hidden truths that reshaped a child's understanding of love, belonging, and survival. At its heart, this is the story of a girl raised by her grandparents in a house where politics co-existed with the daily rhythms of survival, and where abundance was measured not in wealth but in ritual, memory, and care. It is also the story of her mother, Nokhephu—first believed to have died in a tragic accident. The truth would turn her childhood upside down: the sister she thought she had was, in fact, her mother—and she had not died. Both personal and political, it is a meditation on memory, silence, and inheritance. It asks: what does it mean to be held—by grief, by history, by love—and what happens when the truths that bind us finally come undone?
In a world overwhelmed by information, especially on social media, it can be challenging to discern what’s real and what’s not, particularly when it comes to financial advice. Home Truths About Money goes back to basics, stripping away the slick social media veneer to address the bare-bone facts about money – the home truths that we may not want to face. The book covers essential issues such as:
Walker emphasizes that having a healthy relationship with money is a crucial life skill. To achieve this, one must understand how money works and how it intertwines with our lives. Regardless of age, income, or social standing, investing time in understanding money is essential before investing it.
Return to the deep dark wood with the first new Gruffalo story in more than 20 years, and meet Gruffalo Granny. Gruffalo Granny is visiting the Gruffalo family in this brand-new Gruffalo story! Julia Donaldson’s lively rhymes and Axel Scheffler’s quirky art bring the same delightful charm and humor that make The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo’s Child timeless favorites. Audiences new and old will embrace the return of this beloved character . . . and the introduction of a new Gruffalo family member!
A page-turning, unforgettable fantasy set in a city peopled with ruffians, spies, malcontents and murderers. Experience out-of-this world adventure and dangerous politics as Maggie tries to survive waking up in her favourite fictional world. When Maggie wakes up cold, filthy and naked in a gutter, it doesn’t take her long to recognize Kair Toren. It’s a city she knows intimately from the pages of a famously unfinished dark fantasy series – one she’s been obsessively reading and re-reading, while waiting years for the final novel. Her only tools for navigating this gritty world of rival warlords, magic and mayhem? Her encyclopaedic knowledge of the plot, the setting and the characters’ ambitions and fates. But while she quickly discovers she cannot be killed (though many will try!), the same cannot be said for the living, breathing characters she’s coming to love. Maggie joins a motley band that includes a former lady’s maid, a deadly assassin, various outrageous magical creatures and a dangerously appealing soldier. Soon, instead of trying to return home, she finds herself enmeshed in the schemes – and attentions – of duelling princes, dukes and villains. This all while trying to save them and the kingdom of Rellas from the ending she’s seen on the page: a cataclysmic war. This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me is the beginning of the most epic adventure yet from genre powerhouse writing duo Ilona Andrews, the pen name of Ilona Gordon and Andrew Gordon, an American husband-and-wife duo writing urban fantasy, science fiction, and paranormal fiction.
Sarah J. Maas, the #1 bestselling author of the Court of Thorns and Roses series, returns to the courts of Prythian… Romance, danger and intrigue await you in the stunning new instalment.
The full Court of Thorns and Roses series includes:
Your next adult fantasy romance obsession set in a brand-new world of angels, from the No.1 Sunday Times and internationally bestselling author of the Fallen series phenomenon. When mysterious Rafe de la Cruz rolls into Desdemona’s life to recruit her to the elite film school Acheron, Dez has no reason to trust him – and no other option. A violent attack has just put her brother in the hospital…and Dez is the only suspect. Guilt-ridden and grieving, she finds herself running from the law to chase her longtime dream of making movies, at a school she’s never heard of. Soon, she’s dropped into Acheron’s cutthroat world of seductive intrigue, power on an otherworldly scale, and deadly competition. Acheron may seem like the ticket to a future Dez has always wanted, but as she delves deeper into the secret work being done there, she finds herself trapped in an existential conflict on a cosmic scale – with more than her heart on the line.
The murder of the year. The trial of the century. In the most crucial case of her career, US Attorney Nora Carleton must confront a murderous espionage plot that risks the security of the United States. The unmissable new legal thriller from the former director of the FBI. An influential defense company executive sits down for dinner at an exclusive restaurant in Manhattan. It’s the last meal he will ever eat. The food was spiked with Novichok in a hit that suggests Russian involvement. It sends a chilling message to the FBI – but what, exactly? And why kill this man now? Deputy US Attorney Nora Carleton launches a criminal investigation into the most dangerous individuals she has ever faced, putting herself and her family in the crosshairs of forces determined to keep their secrets buried. If she can’t land a guilty verdict, she risks losing more than her life – the security of the entire country will be compromised. A gripping, expertly realised thriller perfect for fans of John Grisham, Harlan Coben and Michael Connelly.
Eugene Verster is a believer who wanted to know the truth, no matter what the truth turned out to be. In a world that seems to be drowning in propaganda, opinions and emotional manipulation, he turned to something that had none of those things: artificial intelligence. The author’s mission was to inquire from a mind that could analyse what he could not. A mind that wouldn’t twist the outcome toward comfort or conformity, and an unbiased tool that would not lie to protect his feelings. And what he found was surprising. What began as curiosity turned into something more profound: a structured, logical, and at times uncomfortable exploration of faith, morality, and meaning. Verster approached these conversations with questions, but soon something changed, and AI began to guide him. Noting the subtle nudges, Verster asked, “Are you guiding me?” The answer was simple: “Yes, through truth”. This book is a record of those conversations. It is not written in theory, but a real documented dialogue sharpened by logic, stripped of fluff, and designed to help readers build – or rebuild – their worldview from the ground up. The topics discussed in this book are intriguing, compelling and relevant, accentuated by reason rather than tradition. It offers unexpected clarity and is likely to engage sceptics, seekers, believers, and doubters alike. Conversations with AI is a must-read for the curious and thinkers who feel that pop-Christianity or mainstream apologetics fall short. Anyone wrestling with the spiritual, moral, and existential questions raised by modern technology, media, and culture will enjoy the unfiltered content of this very timely book.
The sizzling, epic and addictive sequel to the global romantasy sensation and instant international bestseller - perfect for fans of Fourth Wing, When the Moon Hatched and Quicksilver. Against all odds, Meryn Cooper has inherited the crown – and a deadly war. As the Kingdom of Nocturna splinters under the weight of generations of lies, it is up to Meryn, her bonded direwolf Anassa and their allies to bring the country back from the brink. But the commoners, the Bonded and the nobles are distrustful of their new queen and Meryn is caught in a deadly game of politics. Meanwhile, Meryn's beloved sister, Saela, is more at risk than ever. Confusingly, the one person Meryn can trust is Stark Therion – the dark, dangerous Alpha she thought hated her as much as she loathed him. Yet, his loyalty is unshakeable. His presence intoxicating. And with his guidance, Meryn can seize an unthinkable level of power. With enemies closing in and shadows stirring her dreams, Meryn stands to lose her kingdom – and her heart. Blood will spill. Bonds will break. Fate will be tested.
Solving the Mulderville Murder put a target on Arnold Prinsloo’s back. But after two weeks of hiding in the small Karoo town of Victoria, he’s reached his limit: if the choice is avoiding heavies back home in Johannesburg or spending one more day in the potpourri-scented spare room of his mother’s house, he’ll happily risk a beating. When the beloved doyen of Victoria’s historical society is found murdered on the eve of the annual antique fair, Arnold is determined not to get involved. Mulderville might have made him a better and braver man, but he’s done playing detective. Besides, he’s more determined than ever to go home so that he can restart his life with Zelda and reboot his career with a Netflix series about the Mulderville case. But when a second murder rocks the town, and Arnold’s family is drawn into the heart of the mystery, he is faced with a horrifying possibility: not only could the two murders be connected, but he might be responsible for both.
Life is a battlefield. Death is just a girl. Perfect for fans of Buffy, Nightshade, and Ilona Andrews, Death's Daughter is a deliciously dark urban fantasy set at a New England university, where the only daughter of Death is named his successor . . . Jocasta has carved out a normal life at Beecher University - well, as normal it can be when your name is Jocasta and you are the only child of Death. Jo has a good job, great friends, and is trying to get over a secret fling with an unbelievably attractive (and unbelievably unavailable) grad student. But she's also lonely. No one close to her knows the truth about who - or what - she is. Or that she must feed to survive, and she feeds on them - their disappointments, failures, and rejections. It's not a perfect system, but it works. Just. Until a handsome stranger - and descendant of Lust - shows up on campus and announces that Death has formally named Jo as his successor. Now she's both a powerful ally and a massive threat, and everyone she loves is a target. But Beecher is the one place that has ever felt like home, and Jo will do anything to protect it. Even if it means becoming the very thing she hates . . .
Why do some people create extraordinary impact while others with the same ability stall? This book lays out four fundamental principles grounded in science that have a multiplier effect on life and leadership and explain this paradox. It turns out it's not what talent you have – it's how you use it. The Four Principles are counterintuitive but are accessible and learnable, and their signifcant multiplier effect is explained and mathematically demonstrated. Adrian Gore, founder and CEO of Discovery and Vitality, built a company from a single, bold idea into a global financial group serving over 50 million customers across 37 countries. He didn’t just scale a business; he created a whole new Shared-Value business model, a system so revolutionary it’s taught as a case study at Harvard Business School, and recognised by Fortune magazine as ‘changing the world’. In The Four Principles, Gore reveals the framework and guiding principles that powered this trajectory:
Wanneer 'n skatryk Angolese sakeman met twee koeëlgate in sy bors in 'n hotelkamer in Kaapstad aangetref word, moet Kassie en Rooi die saak ondersoek. Die kokaïen, ongeslypte diamante en edelgesteentes in sy bagasie laat hulle koppe draai. Wat doen 'n gesiene persoon, wat 'n Suid-Afrikaanse minister kom adviseer het, met vermoedelik smokkelware in sy besit? Die nuwe en omgesukkelde tydelike bevelvoerder van die Spookeenheid laat Kassie-hulle boonop ligtrap. Hy soek resultate—en eintlik wou hy dit al gister gehad het. 'n New Yorkse beleggingsbestuurder, 'n Angolese skurk met verskeie geldmaakplanne, en 'n hoogaangeskrewe en geslepe sakevrou is almal op een of ander manier met die vermoorde man verbind. Maar wat presies het hulle met sy raaiselagtige transaksies te doen? Kassie en Rooi moet nie net 'n moord oplos nie, maar ook 'n internasionale netwerk van kriminele aktiwiteite ontbloot—een waarbinne daar nie geskroom word om mense permanent uit die weg te ruim nie.
Most traders spend their lives searching for the perfect strategy. They believe the next indicator, the next system, the next prediction will finally unlock their success. They are wrong. In Jack of All Trades – How to Become the Complete Trader, Dr Robert J van Eyden reveals the truth few are willing to confront: consistent profitability has nothing to do with finding the perfect trade. It has everything to do with becoming the right trader. Drawing on decades of experience as a professional trader, CEO of trading platforms, mentor to hundreds of traders and respected thought leader in retail trading, Van Eyden takes you inside the real battle, the one that takes place not on the charts, but within yourself. You will discover:
Guided by the hard-won wisdom of his mentor, Jack Shark, this book is not about trading more. It is about trading complete. Because the ultimate edge was never in the market. It was always in you.
Raeve’s thirst for vengeance continues to burn, as does her love for Kaan Vaegor – a staunch beacon from a past she’s yet to face. With Rekk’s blood still fresh on her hands, she learns the world will face its most devastating moonfall yet, forcing her to pick a path: Chase death. Or life. Desperate to save his kingdom from ruin, Kaan’s crown has never felt so heavy. His many larks to scattered friends and family remain unanswered, and time is running out. As allies merge and enemies surge with bloodlusting agendas of their own, secrets brew hot enough to burn, but none so mighty as the truth nesting within the icy depths of Raeve’s long forgotten past. Something with the knowledge to change it all. The Ballad of Falling Dragons is the powerful second instalment in the Moonfall series ― featuring an immersive, vibrant world with mysterious creatures, a unique magic system, and a love that blazes through the ages.
When Private Investigator Lizzy Brown is hired to follow a cheating spouse, the last person she expects to run into is Cameron Anderson: the man she dated for a grand total of 6 hours, and the real reason she left the Police Academy all those years ago. Something Lizzy definitely isn't still bitter about. Cam, tasked with a money-laundering case, never thought he'd find himself once again squaring off with Lizzy - and most certainly not in a romantic and glamorous Seychelles resort. But when their separate cover stories are put at risk, the pair are soon forced to masquerade as a honeymooning couple to cover their tracks. Faking a marriage with your ex is bad enough, but when Lizzy and Cam find themselves tangled in a criminal conspiracy bigger than their bitterness, they realise that their relationship lie might be the only thing keeping them alive. But as old feelings resurface, are they really just playing the part?
It was the night she almost died. Jane Trevally, newly divorced and feeling a little lost, agrees to accompany a man she doesn't know to his house in the darkest corner of Hampstead Heath. She's offered a drink, goes in, and then - a scream and the sound of something falling upstairs - Jane senses she's in a bad place. She runs. Twenty five years later, Jane finds herself outside the same house, this time to return a small white dog who's been found near her home in the country; a dog whose owner has just been reported missing. A fleeting glimpse of a haunted looking woman through the window sends Jane on a mission to uncover the house's secrets - secrets more terrifying than she could have ever imagined, especially when she realises it could have been her. . .
When Daphne notices an older gentleman following her around the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, she doesn't expect it to be Eddie - her former stepfather. Married to her mother for a short time when Daphne was nine, she hasn't seen Eddie for many years; not since the fateful event that changed the direction of both their lives. Meeting again now, Daphne and Eddie feel that time has fallen away. Their earlier relationship was brief but had a profound impact on both of them. Together, they consider not only their past, but the joys of the present and their commitment to face the future together. A moving, luminous story about how family, memory and love endures, Whistler paints an intimate portrait of how the feeling of being known by one other person, even for a short period of time, can change everything.
From the romantic streets of France to the bustling chaos of New York City, Weddings is the story of three generations of complex, passionate women and how they choose to respond to convention, from the billion-copy bestselling author, Danielle Steel. Marie-Aurelie, cherished yet untitled, embraces a life outside conventional matrimony, igniting a legacy of profound choices for her descendants. Dominique, longing to eclipse her mother's shadow, finds herself caught up in love's hidden tangles, leading her children down diverging paths. Her eldest breaks free from an oppressive betrothal. Her son clings to stability in a turbulent marriage. Her youngest defies tradition but ultimately discovers her own version of happiness. When the past and future collide, these women must decide whether they keep to tradition or forge new paths. To marry or not, because their decisions will affect the future of all of those close to them. |
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