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Jade Lioness (Paperback)
Christina Courtenay
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Can an impossible love become possible? Nagasaki, 1648 Temperance
Marston longs to escape war-torn England and explore the exotic
empire of Japan. When offered the chance to accompany her cousin
and Captain Noordholt on a trading expedition to Nagasaki, she
jumps at the opportunity. However, she soon finds the country's
strict laws for foreigners curtail her freedom. On a dangerous and
foolhardy venture she meets Kazuo, a ronin. Kazuo is fascinated by
her blonde hair and blue eyes, but he has a mission to complete and
he cannot be distracted. Long ago, his father was accused of a
crime he didn't commit - stealing a valuable jade lioness ornament
from the Shogun - and Kazuo must restore his family's honour. But
when Temperance is kidnapped and sold as a concubine, he has to
make a decision - can he save her and keep the promise he made to
his father?
Brimming with romance, adventure and vivid historical detail,
Christina Courtenay's gripping dual-time novel travels from the
present day to the fires of ancient Pompeii. The sunlight caught
her gold bracelet, sending a flash that almost blinded her. She
closed her eyes, but jumped when the earth started shaking and
there was an almighty boom behind her. Present Day Finally escaping
an abusive marriage, Caterina Rossi takes her three-year-old
daughter and flees to Italy. There she's drawn to research
scientist Connor, who needs her translation help for his work on
volcanology. Together they visit the ruins of Pompeii and, standing
where Mount Vesuvius unleashed its fire on the city centuries
before, Cat begins to see startling visions. Visions that appear to
come from the antique bracelet handed down through her family's
generations... AD 79 Sold by his half-brother and enslaved as a
gladiator in Roman Pompeii, Raedwald dreams only of surviving each
fight, making the coin needed to return to his homeland and taking
his revenge. That is, until he is hired to guard beautiful Aemilia.
As their forbidden love grows, Raedwald's dreams shift like the
ever more violent tremors of the earth beneath his feet. The
present starts eerily to mirror the past as Cat must fight to
protect her safety, and to forge a new path from the ashes of her
old life... ....................................................
Just some of the rich praise for Christina Courtenay's pacy,
evocative and romantic novels including Echoes of the Runes, The
Runes of Destiny and Promises of the Runes, out now: 'I've been
looking forward to this book . . . and it far exceeded my hopes and
expectations. Romantic, fascinating and gripping, it's one of my
favourites of the series' NICOLA CORNICK 'As a reader, I was
delighted and absorbed accompanying Ivor on his quest to the 9th
Century. Courtenay writes so beautifully, drawing you in to each
scene, that time and pages slip by effortlessly' ERIN GREEN
'Whenever I need a break from the Twenty-First Century, I read one
of Christina Courtenay's novels' SUE MOORCROFT 'I wonder if I, too,
can find a way to travel back in time... If not, reading this book
was the next best thing' GILL STEWART 'Seals Christina Courtenay's
crown as the Queen of Viking Romance' CATHERINE MILLER 'This epic
romance is sure to sweep you off your feet!' TAKE A BREAK 'An
absorbing story, fast-paced and vividly imagined' PAMELA HARTSHORNE
'A love story and an adventure, all rolled up inside a huge amount
of intricately-detailed, well-researched history. Thoroughly
enjoyable' KATHLEEN MCGURL
Jess and Layla's science teacher has given them an unusual
assignment: what would astronomers from the past discuss if they
could meet today? That night, the girls are at Layla's house when a
spectacular meteor shower rains down. Is it possible that Layla's
wish upon a meteor might come true, bringing the girls closer to
those ancient astronomers than they had ever imagined? Part of the
Bug Club reading series used in over 3500 schools Helps your child
develop reading fluency and confidence Suitable for children age
10-11 (Year 6) Book band: Red A Phonics phase: n/a
An inspirational sourcebook of innovative and unexpected green
design solutions for our homes that address the environmental and
social issues facing our world today. Featuring nineteen
home-building and design strategies that are direct, original and
often surprisingly simple, this inspirational sourcebook presents a
mix of new technology and time-tested vernacular methods that will
change the way we think about 'home'. With strategies and houses
that span the globe, including developing regions in Asia, Africa
and South America, the book shines a spotlight on everything from
wholly new techniques to creative reuse of existing buildings and
materials. Nothing short of a design revolution is underway as we
confront climate change, polluting plastics, global migration,
rapidly expanding cities and an ageing population. Part handbook,
part manifesto, Houses that Can Save the World shows how
architects, designers, engineers, self-builders, artists and others
are embracing the new challenges the human race is facing. Whether
you are planning a self-build or are simply looking for ways to
make your home more environmentally friendly and efficient, this
book is packed with innovative ideas that can help us to make our
homes and the world a better place to be.
First published in 1930. This volume contains letters and
narratives of some of the Elizabethans who went to India. Here the
beginnings of the British Indian Empire can be seen, arising out of
the trading operations of the East India Company.
The great cathedrals and churches of the medieval West continue to
awe. How were they built, and why do they remain standing? What did
their builders know about what they were doing? These questions
have given rise to considerable controversy, which is fully
reflected in the papers selected here. The first section of the
book is concerned with the medieval builders and their design
methods; the second focuses on engineering issues in the context of
the infamous collapse of the choir at Beauvais in 1284. The
following papers extend the analysis into the 15th century, looking
for example at Brunelleschi's dome for Florence Cathedral, and deal
with the often neglected structures of roofs, towers and spires.
First with your head and then with your heart ... So says Hoppie
Groenewald, boxing champion, to a seven-year-old boy who dreams of
being the welterweight champion of the world. For the young Peekay,
its a piece of advice he will carry with him throughout his life.
Born in a South Africa divided by racism and hatred, this one small
boy will come to lead all the tribes of Africa. Through enduring
friendships with Hymie and Gideon, Peekay gains the strength he
needs to win out. And in a final conflict with his childhood enemy,
the Judge, Peekay will fight to the death for justice.
'For everyone who wants to build their online presence, the RIGHT
way!' - Julie Montagu, wellness guru and author of Recharge The
inspirational new book from the author of The Million Dollar Blog
-- discover how to build an authoritative and authentic personal
brand that will change your life. If you google yourself, what do
you see? Do you blend in with the masses or stand out from the
crowd? Are you recognised as a thought-leader in your industry? Or
are you watching others build their profile and wondering if you
are being left behind? Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive,
expert or an employee, how you present yourself online has a huge
impact on your professional reputation. We are lucky to live in a
world where everyone now has the power to publish and create
micro-fame by putting out content - word by word, post by post,
video by video. But how do you grab people's attention in today's
noisy online world? Using a combination of technical know-how,
insider tips and interviews with prominent online influencers and
business owners, entrepreneur and digital strategist Natasha
Courtenay-Smith shows how anyone can build a strong personal brand
and become the most visible expert in their industry.
#StandOutOnline is the ultimate guide to building a powerful and
influential personal brand that will create boundless opportunities
for you and your business. Now is the time for you to find your
voice and step into the spotlight. PRAISE FOR #StandOutOnline: 'All
the practical, wise nuggets of advice you need to get started and
dig in deep are in the pages of #StandOutOnline' - Emma Gannon,
award-winning blogger and author of Ctrl Alt Delete and The
Multi-Hyphen Method 'Every single budding and established digital
entrepreneur needs to read this enlightening book. Unmissable.' -
Vicki Psarias, author of Mumboss and founder of the award-winning
blog Honest Mum
Systems of units still fail to attract the philosophical attention
they deserve, but this could change with the current reform of the
International System of Units (SI). Most of the SI base units will
henceforth be based on certain laws of nature and a choice of
fundamental constants whose values will be frozen. The theoretical,
experimental and institutional work required to implement the
reform highlights the entanglement of scientific, technological and
social features in scientific enterprise, while it also invites a
philosophical inquiry that promises to overcome the tensions that
have long obstructed science studies.
Some dreams shouldn't come true - Maddie Browne thought she'd grown
out of the recurring nightmare that plagued her as a child, but
after a shocking family secret is revealed, it comes back to haunt
her - the same swing in the same garden, the kind red-haired giant
and the swarthy arms which grab her from behind and try to take her
away - In an attempt to forget her troubles, Maddie travels to
Devon to spend time with her friends, Kayla and Wes. However, it
becomes clear that relaxation will not be on the agenda after a
disturbing encounter with a gypsy fortune teller. Not to mention
the presence of Wes's dangerously handsome brother, Alex. And then
there's the fact that Maddie's dream seems to be coming true - The
Soft Whisper of Dreams is a sequel to Christina Courtenay's novel
The Secret Kiss of Darkness.
It s 1759 and Jamie Kinross has travelled far to escape his
troubled past from the pine forests of Sweden to the bustling
streets of India. In India he becomes a gem trader, but when his
mentor s family are kidnapped as part of a criminal plot, he vows
to save them and embarks on a dangerous mission to the city of
Surat.There he encounters Zarmina Miller a rich and beautiful widow
whose haughtiness has earned her a nickname: 'The Ice Widow'. When
they meet, Jamie is instantly tempted by the challenge she
presents. But when it becomes clear that Zarmina s step-son is
involved in the criminal plot, Jamie begins to see another side to
her a dark past to rival his own and a heart just waiting to be
thawed. But is it too late?"Monsoon Mists" .is the final in the
series about the lives of the three Kinross men. "Trade Winds" is
the first in the trilogy followed by "Highland Storms." All three
can all be read as stand-alone novels.Christina's prequel to this
novel won the 2012 Historical novel of the year award. Her novel
"The Scarlet Kimono" won the Big Red Reads Best Historical Fiction
Award and was short listed for the Festival of Romance Best
Historical Read Award 2011. "The Gilded Fan" is shortlisted for the
2014 UK's Historical Romantic Novel Award."
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Gilded Fan (Paperback)
Christina Courtenay
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How do you start a new life, leaving behind all you love? It's
1641, and when Midori Kumashiro, the orphaned daughter of a
warlord, is told she has to leave Japan or die, she has no choice
but to flee to England. Midori is trained in the arts of war, but
is that enough to help her survive a journey, with a lecherous crew
and an attractive captain she doesn't trust? Having come to
Nagasaki to trade, the last thing Captain Nico Noordholt wants is a
female passenger, especially a beautiful one. How can he protect
her from his crew when he can't keep his own eyes off her? During
their journey, Nico and Midori form a tentative bond, but they both
have secrets that can change everything. When they arrive in
England, a civil war is brewing, and only by standing together can
they hope to survive -
Abducted by a warlord in 17th-century Japan - what happens when
fear turns to love? England, 1611, and young Hannah Marston envies
her brother's adventurous life. But when she stows away on a
merchant ship, her powers of endurance are stretched to their
limit. Then they reach Japan and all her suffering seems worthwhile
- until she is abducted by Taro Kumashiro's warriors. In the far
north of the country, warlord Kumashiro is intrigued to learn more
about the girl who he has been warned about by a seer. There's a
clash of cultures and wills, but they're also fighting an instant
attraction to each other. With her brother desperate to find her
and the jealous Lady Reiko equally desperate to kill her, Hannah
faces the greatest adventure of her life. And Kumashiro has to
choose between love and compromising his honour -
Robert Carlyle directs and stars in this Glasgow-set black comedy.
The film follows Barney Thomson (Carlyle), a barber working in the
East End of Glasgow who unwittingly becomes a serial killer. When a
heated argument with his boss results in an accidental death,
Barney turns to his bingo-loving mother Cemolina (Emma Thompson)
for help. Can Barney outsmart the police and avoid suspicion while
disposing of the body? The film also stars Ray Winstone and Ashley
Jensen.
Marnie Blue and her school friends are spending the weekend at
CORAL, an activity centre in Mermaid Lagoon. There will be lots of
fun things to do, like playing with the water catapult and singing
round the bubble fire. Not to mention midnight snacks! But Marnie
is secretly scared: she's heard all the ghostly tales about the
shipwreck that lies nearby. Can she brave the weekend away long
enough to find out the secret of the spooky shipwreck?
Marriage of convenience or a love for life? It's 1732 in
Gothenburg, Sweden, and strong-willed Jess van Sandt knows only too
well that it s a man's world. She believes she's being swindled out
of her inheritance by her stepfather and she's determined to stop
it. When help appears in the unlikely form of handsome Scotsman
Killian Kinross, himself disinherited by his grandfather, Jess
finds herself both intrigued and infuriated by him. In an attempt
to recover her fortune, she proposes a marriage of convenience.
Then Killian is offered the chance of a lifetime with the Swedish
East India Company's Expedition and he's determined that nothing
will stand in his way, not even his new bride. He sets sail on a
daring voyage to the Far East, believing he's put his feelings and
past behind him. But the journey doesn't quite work out as he
expects...
Drug-resistant infections are one of the greatest threats to human
health, and with resistance on the rise, appropriate antimicrobial
stewardship (AMS) is more important than ever. This book, written
by nurses for nurses, provides a clear and concise approach to good
practice in this vital area. Exploring all aspects of AMS, this new
book is underpinned by a competency framework endorsed by
scientific and professional societies, including the National
Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). It explains the
practices that ensure optimal use of antibiotics for the best
clinical outcome, with both minimal toxicity to the patient and
minimal impact on subsequent antimicrobial resistance. This book,
the first applied directly to antimicrobial stewardship for nurses,
supports standards of proficiency for registered nurses, and can
therefore be used by regulators and professional bodies to inform
standards of proficiency and guidance. The book covers infection
prevention and control, antimicrobial resistance, diagnosis of
infection and appropriate antimicrobial use, patient engagement,
collaboration between professions and how to implement AMS in
nursing practice. Including learning tools such as objectives,
practical case studies and questions throughout, as well as lecture
slides, this book is an essential read for undergraduate nursing
students and specialist nurses worldwide. This book is authored by
a multi-national group of experts with representation from
professional associations, universities and national public health
agencies, such as: - Royal College of Nursing, UK - Cardiff
University, UK - University of Sao Paulo, Brazil - Public Health
England, UK - National Centre for Antimicrobial Stewardship,
Australia
First published in 1930. This volume contains letters and
narratives of some of the Elizabethans who went to India. Here the
beginnings of the British Indian Empire can be seen, arising out of
the trading operations of the East India Company.
Systems of units still fail to attract the philosophical attention
they deserve, but this could change with the current reform of the
International System of Units (SI). Most of the SI base units will
henceforth be based on certain laws of nature and a choice of
fundamental constants whose values will be frozen. The theoretical,
experimental and institutional work required to implement the
reform highlights the entanglement of scientific, technological and
social features in scientific enterprise, while it also invites a
philosophical inquiry that promises to overcome the tensions that
have long obstructed science studies.
Marnie Blue is so excited! She is going on a school trip to see the legendary palace of Queen Maretta with all her friends. But when Mum is too unwell to join the trip, Aunt Christabel agrees to come in her place, and she was offishially the naughtiest mermaid the school has ever known. Marnie expects mayhem. Will they board the whale-shark on time? Will everyone eat their packed lunches on the way there? And just who is sneaking around the palace causing all sorts of mischief?
Written by a group of multi-professional authors, this fully
updated third edition builds on the success of this classic text.
The book explores a number of key areas for prescribers, including
prescribing within a multidisciplinary team context, consultation
skills, ethical and legal issues surrounding prescribing, the
psychology and sociology of prescribing, and applied pharmacology.
Among the other topics featured are monitoring skills, medicines
concordance, evidence based prescribing, prescribing within a
public health perspective, calculation skills, prescribing in
dermatology, and minimizing the risk of prescribing errors. Each
chapter has been revised and additional chapters on antimicrobial
prescribing, education and training to become a prescriber, and a
new section on renal impairment have been added. This book is an
essential resource for both new and experienced prescribers and
anyone undertaking the non-medical prescribing (NMP) programme
including nurses, pharmacists, allied health professionals and
optometrists.
Masculinity has a powerful effect on the health of men and boys.
Indeed, many of the behaviors they use to "be men" actually
increase their risk of disease, injury, and death. In this book,
Dr. Will Courtenay, an internationally recognized expert on men's
health, provides a foundation for understanding this troubling
reality. With a comprehensive review of data and literature, he
identifies specific gender differences in the health-related
attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors of men and boys and the health
consequences of these differences. He then describes the powerful
social, environmental, institutional, and cultural influences that
encourage their unhealthy behaviors and constrain their adoption of
healthier ones. In the book's third section, he more closely
examines the health needs of specific populations of men, such as
ethnic-minority men, rural men, men in college, and men in prisons.
Courtenay also provides four empirical studies conducted with
multidisciplinary colleagues that examine the associations between
masculinity and men and boys' health beliefs and practices.
Finally, he provides specific strategies and an evidence-based
practice guideline for working with men in a variety of settings,
as well as a look to the future of men's health. Medical
professionals, social workers, public health professionals, school
psychologists, college health professionals, mental health
practitioners, academics, and researchers from a broad array of
disciplines, and anyone interested in this topic will find it to be
an extensively researched and accessible volume.
This book explores how an individual can help themselves resolve a
wide variety of ordinary, everyday life problems and improve their
mental health. It is designed as a self-help aid for people with
depression, anxiety, or with issues of low self-esteem.
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