Download or read book A Green Velvet Secret written by Vicki Grant and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2023-03-07 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Letters from beyond the grave and a green velvet dress reveal a secret about Yardley's beloved grandmother; for fans of The Parker Inheritance and The List of Things That Will Not Change and ages 10 and up. It's always hard to lose a friend, but for Yardley O'Hanlon it's devastating. Her best friend is her wild and wonderful grandmother Gidge. They're two fashionable peas in a quirky little pod. They spend all their time together sewing and crafting and creating beautiful things — until Gidge dies, and Yardley loses her for good. Or does she? Yardley isn't convinced. Gidge was a big believer in reincarnation. She promised she'd never leave Yardley, and Gidge always kept her promises. So when a stylish older woman walks into the Over Easy Vintage Emporium where Yardley is helping out, Yardley is sure it's her grandmother, back from the dead. But her happiness doesn't last long, as the woman runs away in terror and no one else believes she was Gidge reincarnated. It's only with the help of a beautiful green velvet dress, a series of letters from "the other side" and an irritating twelve-year-old buttinsky named Harris that Yardley discovers there's more to the mystery woman — and Gidge — than she ever imagined.
Download or read book Tell Me When You Feel Something written by Vicki Grant and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-06-15 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The perfect after-school job turns deadly for teens working as "simulated patients" at the local med school. Everyone has something to hide and no one is safe in this contemporary YA thriller that exposes the dark reality of #MeToo in the world of medicine, for fans of Karen McManus and Holly Jackson. It seemed like a cool part-time program -- being a "simulated" patient for med school students to practice on. But now vivacious, charismatic Viv lies in a very real coma. Cellphone footage just leads to more questions. What really happened? Other kids suspect it was not an intentional overdose -- but each has a reason why they can't tell the truth. Through intertwining and conflicting narratives, a twisted story unfolds of trust betrayed as we sift through the seemingly innocent events leading up to the tragic night. Perhaps simulated patients aren't the only people pretending to be something they're not . . .
Download or read book The Velvet Room written by Zilpha Keatley Snyder and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2012-12-04 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVFinding a special place where you can be at peace is difficult—but holding onto it is even harder/divDIV The last three years of Robin Williams’s life have been very difficult. She’s had to move with her large, poor family multiple times as her father seeks jobs as a migrant worker. Now, her father has a new job at the McCurdy Ranch and Robin often wanders off in order to cope with the constant change and difficulty surrounding her./divDIV /divDIVNear the McCurdy Ranch is the Palmeras House, an old abandoned house that Robin is told repeatedly not to explore. However, with a little help, she finds herself inside the building, in the one place it seems she has always been looking for: the Velvet Room. This plush room is the most beautiful place she has ever seen. Robin is fascinated and enchanted, but she can’t help but wonder: Why is it there? /divDIV /divDIVThis ebook features an extended biography of Zilpha Keatley Snyder./div
Download or read book The Mystery of the Green Velvet Cap A Dramatic Episode written by Edward John LUSBY and published by . This book was released on 1909 with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Secret Keeper written by Kate Morton and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-07-16 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A cloth bag containing ten copies of the title.
Download or read book SPIN written by and published by . This book was released on 2000-06 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the concert stage to the dressing room, from the recording studio to the digital realm, SPIN surveys the modern musical landscape and the culture around it with authoritative reporting, provocative interviews, and a discerning critical ear. With dynamic photography, bold graphic design, and informed irreverence, the pages of SPIN pulsate with the energy of today's most innovative sounds. Whether covering what's new or what's next, SPIN is your monthly VIP pass to all that rocks.
Download or read book Not Suitable For Family Viewing written by Vicki Grant and published by HarperTrophy. This book was released on 2011-08-16 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Robin has everything a girl could ever want. Thanks toher mother—the internationally beloved talk show hostMimi Schwartz—she’s got the money, the means and the connectionsto live a life others only dream of. So why, then, doesRobin choose to spend her days alone in a dark room, watchingendless reruns of You, You and Mimi? It’s only the bizarre discovery of an old high-school ringthat propels her to action. Robin follows the ring’s mystery fromNew York City to a tiny Nova Scotian fishing village, where sheat last finds love, the truth of her own background—and theshocking secret that helped make her mother a star.
Download or read book Book of Secrets written by Chris Roberson and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2009 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A tremendous modern fantasy – The Da Vinci Code remade by the Coen Brothers!
Download or read book The Mystery of the Green Velvet Cap A Dramatic Episode written by Edward John LUSBY and published by . This book was released on 1909 with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Changeling written by Zilpha Keatley Snyder and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2012-12-04 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ivy and Martha are not ordinary best friends. Ivy is a changeling with supernatural powers—or at least that’s what she says . . . Martha is incredibly unpopular. She’s overweight, buck-toothed, and shy. Ivy is an outcast. Her family lives on the outskirts of town amid a field of derelict orchards. But starting in second grade, the girls form a bond that allows them to take control of their own lives. It all begins when Ivy tells Martha that she is no ordinary girl: She claims she’s a changeling, switched with the real Ivy at birth. With the strength of Ivy’s friendship, Martha becomes more confident and sure of herself. And through their bond, Ivy gains the normalcy she needs, away from life with her tumultuous family. When the two girls play, they enter an elaborate fantasy world all their own. But when the real world threatens to split them apart, their friendship becomes more important than ever. This ebook features an extended biography of Zilpha Keatley Snyder.
Download or read book The Great Pearl Secret written by A. M. Williamson and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2023-10-01 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the secrets of intrigue and adventure with "The Great Pearl Secret" by A. M. Williamson, a gripping tale of mystery, romance, and hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. Prepare to be swept away on an unforgettable journey through the exotic landscapes of Egypt and the bustling streets of London as you unravel the enigma of the great pearl. Join our intrepid protagonist as they embark on a quest to uncover the truth behind a priceless gem shrouded in secrecy. From the sun-drenched deserts of the ancient world to the shadowy corners of society, Williamson's evocative prose transports readers to a world filled with danger, betrayal, and unexpected twists at every turn. As you delve deeper into the heart of the mystery, you'll encounter a colorful cast of characters, each with their own motives and desires. From cunning thieves to enigmatic scholars, everyone has a role to play in the unfolding drama, and no one is quite what they seem. With its blend of suspense, romance, and historical intrigue, "The Great Pearl Secret" keeps readers eagerly turning pages as they race to uncover the truth behind the elusive treasure. Williamson's vivid descriptions and keen attention to detail bring the world of Victorian-era Egypt and England to life, immersing readers in a world of opulence and danger. Since its publication, "The Great Pearl Secret" has captivated readers with its captivating narrative and richly drawn characters. Its exploration of themes such as greed, betrayal, and redemption resonates with readers of all ages, making it a timeless classic that continues to enthrall audiences to this day. As you immerse yourself in the world of "The Great Pearl Secret," you'll find yourself drawn deeper into a web of intrigue and deception that will keep you guessing until the very end. Williamson's masterful storytelling and unexpected plot twists ensure that every moment is filled with suspense and excitement. In conclusion, "The Great Pearl Secret" is a thrilling adventure that will transport you to a world of mystery and intrigue, where danger lurks around every corner and nothing is as it seems. Whether you're a fan of historical fiction, mystery, or romance, this captivating tale is sure to delight and entertain. Don't miss your chance to uncover the secrets of "The Great Pearl Secret." Grab your copy now and embark on a journey of discovery that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.
Download or read book Quid Pro Quo written by Vicki Grant and published by Orca Book Publishers. This book was released on 2018-08-28 with total page 187 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Quid Pro Quo is a high-stakes, fast-moving legal thriller about real people, and funny ones at that. Cyril MacIntyre's mother is an ex-street kid who dragged her son to all her law-school classes, then proceeded to get kidnapped. That aside, Cyril's life isn’t too different from that of other thirteen-year-olds. He has all the usual adolescent issues to deal with: parent problems, self-esteem problems, skin and hair problems, and girl problems. But he has legal problems too. And he's got to solve them if he wants to save his mother's life. Quid Pro Quo won the Arthur Ellis Award and the cbc Young Canada Reads 2009 award. It has been nominated for numerous awards, including the Edgar Allan Poe and the Ann Connor Brimer. This 2018 edition has been updated with a new cover.
Download or read book The Book of Secrets written by Elizabeth Arnold and published by Bantam. This book was released on 2013-07-02 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At once a captivating mystery, a love letter to classic literature, and a sharp-eyed examination of marriage, The Book of Secrets is a gripping novel of family, friendship, and the undeniable pull of the past. After more than twenty years of marriage, Chloe Sinclair comes home one night to find that her husband, Nate, is gone. All he has left behind is a cryptic note explaining that he’s returned to their childhood town of Redbridge, California—a place Chloe never wants to see again. Tending to their small bookstore while trying to reach Nate, Chloe stumbles upon a notebook tucked inside his antique copy of The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe. Written in a code that Nate and his sisters created as kids, the pages contain long-buried secrets from her and Nate’s past, and clues to why he went back to Redbridge after all these years. As Chloe struggles to decipher the notebook’s hidden messages, she revisits the seminal moments of their youth: the day she met the enigmatic Sinclair children, their increasingly dangerous games a magical escape from their troubled childhoods; the first time Nate kissed her, camped out on the beach like Robinson Crusoe; the elaborate plan she and Nate devised, inspired by Romeo and Juliet, to break away from from his oppressive father, and how the thwarted attempt upended their lives forever. As the reason for Nate’s absence comes to light, the truth will shatter everything Chloe knows—about her husband, his family, and herself. Praise for The Book of Secrets “An exquisite novel . . . The Book of Secrets is one of those reasons some of us live to read.”—The Star-Ledger “Tender and transcendent, The Book of Secrets is about the truths we hide, the consequences we face, and the particular comfort we can only find in a good book. Elizabeth Joy Arnold has written a beautiful and haunting ode to the power of words, and how they shape our lives.”—Sarah Addison Allen, New York Times bestselling author of The Peach Keeper “The Book of Secrets plunges the reader into the strange and intense world of the Sinclairs, a family bound and pulled apart by the forces of imagination and religious belief. Through the eyes of Chloe Tyler, trapped in this world since childhood, Arnold paints a fascinating picture of obsession and loss. The Book of Secrets offers a complex meditation on the elusive nature of truth and on the power of secrets.”—Henriette Lazaridis Power, author of The Clover House “This is the beautiful and heart-wrenching story about the secrets that can both hold a marriage together, and drive two people apart. Reading The Book of Secrets is like walking through a dark labyrinth: just when all hope is lost, you step out into sunshine.”—Carla Buckley, author of Invisible This eBook edition includes two complete classic works of literature that are referenced in The Book of Secrets: Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet and Daniel Defoe’s Robinson Crusoe! Look for special features inside. Join the Random House Reader’s Circle for author chats and more.
Download or read book Tipping The Velvet written by Sarah Waters and published by Virago. This book was released on 2011-02-03 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the oyster huts of Whitstable to the music halls of Victorian London, Tipping the Velvet is the glorious first novel from this much-loved author 'Piercing the shadows of the naked stage was a single shaft of rosy limelight, and in the centre of this was a girl: the most marvellous girl - I knew it at once! - that I had ever seen.' A saucy, sensuous and multi-layered historical romance, Tipping the Velvet follows the glittering career of Nan King - oyster girl turned music-hall star turned rent boy turned East End 'tom'. 'Erotic and absorbing... Written with startling power' New York Times Book Review 'An unstoppable read, a sexy and picaresque romp through the lesbian and queer demi-monde of the roaries Nineties' Independent on Sunday 'Waters is an extremely confident writer, combining precise, sensuous descriptions with irony and wit' Observer
Download or read book Little Black Book of Murder written by Nancy Martin and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-08-06 with total page 413 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Society columnist Nora Blackbird is thrust into the world of celebrity tabloid gossip when a billionaire buys the farm…. Nora’s assigned to write a profile on billionaire fashion designer Swain Starr, who recently retired to build a high-tech organic farm with his new wife, Zephyr, a former supermodel. But before Nora can get the story, the mogul is murdered. And now her boss wants her to snap up an exclusive on who killed Starr before the cops do. But solving this murder won’t be easy with a family as colorful as Nora’s. Mick, her sort-of husband, is associating with unsavory characters from his past. Her sister Libby is transforming into a stage mom for her diabolical twins. And Emma, the youngest Blackbird, is mysteriously kicked out of the house by Mick. Nora’s home life may be hogging the spotlight, but there’s also a matter of Starr’s missing pig, which just might be the key to solving this mystery and the way Nora can bring home the bacon….
Download or read book A Paris Secret written by Caroline Montague and published by Orion. This book was released on 2019-11-14 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A sweeping tale of ambition and passion in the shattered world of post-war Paris - perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore and Kate Furnivall 1952. In the fragile atmosphere of post-war Paris, Sophie Bernot is training as a heart surgeon. A young woman in a man's world, Sophie is determined to bury her past and forge her medical career, whatever the costs. Across the channel, Sebastian Ogilvie is burning with ambition for his first architectural project. As his schemes lead him to France, and to a chance encounter with Sophie, his future seems full of promise. But when Sophie and Sebastian find themselves entangled in a brief, passionate affair, they each face a choice that will change their lives irrevocably, and a secret that will take years to be uncovered... Sweeping from Paris to London, to the snow-capped peaks of the Alps, this is an unforgettable story of passion, heartache and forgiveness.
Download or read book The Secret Mark An Adventure Story for Girls written by Roy J. Snell and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-09-18 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Roy J. Snell's 'The Secret Mark: An Adventure Story for Girls,' readers are taken on a thrilling journey filled with mystery and excitement. The book, written in Snell's signature engaging and immersive style, follows the protagonist as she uncovers a hidden secret that leads her on a daring adventure. Set against the backdrop of a post-war era, Snell manages to seamlessly intertwine elements of suspense, friendship, and courage, making it a captivating read for young audiences. The book's vivid descriptions and well-developed characters create a rich literary experience that keeps readers eagerly turning the pages. Roy J. Snell, a prolific writer known for his adventurous and imaginative storytelling, drew inspiration for 'The Secret Mark' from his own experiences and travels. His deep passion for creating captivating narratives shines through in this book, captivating readers with his ability to craft compelling stories that resonate with audiences of all ages. I highly recommend 'The Secret Mark: An Adventure Story for Girls' to readers who enjoy immersive storytelling, intriguing mysteries, and strong female protagonists. Snell's masterful storytelling and imaginative plot twists make this book a must-read for anyone looking for a thrilling adventure.
