Download or read book Granny s Big Secret written by Katie Pavey and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-20 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aine is spending her summer with Granny Sundie and Granny's dog Murdo, as she always does. But this year something is different. Join Aine on Arran to discover just what is Granny's big secret. An illustrated children's book set in the Scottish Islands, filled with adventure and magical creatures.

Download or read book Unexpected Blessings written by Barbara Taylor Bradford and published by St. Martin's Press. This book was released on 2007-04-01 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The new blockbuster from one of the world's greatest storytellers delves into the life of Emma Harte--the original Woman of Substance--and the ambitious, passionate, and volatile women of the next generations. Evan, Tessa, Linnet, and India: four remarkable women. Three generations of Hartes. One indomitable family whose loyalty binds them together and whose enemies want to tear them apart. Evan Hughes, Emma's American great-granddaughter, is trying to integrate into the powerful Harte family. She is caught between her estranged parents, her new family, and her new love. But a dangerous enemy hovers in the background. Tessa Longden, Evan's cousin, is battling her husband for custody of their daughter, Adele. When Adele suddenly goes missing, Tessa is forced to seek help from her half-sister Linnet-a woman who has been her rival all their lives. Linnet, the most brilliant businesswoman of the four great-granddaughters, is desperately trying to show that she is the natural heir to her mother, Paula. But her glittering future at the helm of the vast Harte empire means many sacrifices, perhaps even the loss of her sister's fragile trust. And India Standish, the traditionalist in the family, falls in love with a famous British artist from a working-class background. Madly in love, India is determined to marry him, no matter what her family thinks. It is Evan who finds new perspective about her own life from the revelations in letters that Emma wrote to Evan's grandmother decades ago. But they may come too late.... As conflict and danger swirl around the Harte women, someone is pulling the strings to make sure none of them finds happiness. Who among them will rise to the challenges as only a true Harte can do? This latest dramatic story in the ongoing saga of an extraordinary family dynasty is full of love, passion, jealousy, and ambition. It is Barbara Taylor Bradford at her inimitable best.

Download or read book Granny s Got a Gun written by Harper Lin and published by Harper Lin Books. This book was released on with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looking for a thrilling and humorous read? Look no further than "Secret Agent Granny," the first book in a cozy mystery series by 3x USA TODAY Bestselling Author Harper Lin. Join retired CIA agent Barbara Gold as she trades in her spy gadgets for a quieter life in Cheerville, a small town in New England. When a man is poisoned during a book club meeting for seniors, Barbara's boredom is replaced with excitement to solve this dangerous case. Who would want this sweet old man dead? It’s only a matter of time before his death is declared murder and the police start hounding everyone. Even though she is no longer undercover, Barbara feels as if she’s only playing the part of a sweet grandmother, but this may just be her most useful cover yet. As the clock ticks, Barbara uses her CIA training to investigate who in the Cheerville Active Readers' Society could be the killer. Suddenly Barbara’s CIA training is useful again, and Cheerville is starting to seem not so dull after all… Find out what happens in this action-packed first book, filled with humor, mystery, and a butt-kicking granny who proves that age is just a number. keywords: senior sleuths cozy mystery, secret agent thriller, CIA training, funny novella mystery, new cozy mystery series, quick read, Senior cozy mystery, Small town cozy mystery, Senior sleuths cozy mysteries, Senior cozy mysteries, Cozy funny senior mysteries, Senior sleuth mysteries in ebooks, Free senior mysteries ebooks, Free senior sleuths cozy mysteries

Download or read book The Mystery of Jockey Hollow written by Cleo F. Garis and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-09-18 with total page 141 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Cleo F. Garis' 'The Mystery of Jockey Hollow,' readers are transported to the Revolutionary War era in America, where a group of young sleuths uncovers a mysterious conspiracy in the historic setting of Jockey Hollow. The book is a classic example of children's mystery fiction, written in a captivating style that keeps readers engaged as they follow the protagonists' journey to solve the perplexing puzzle. Garis skillfully weaves historical facts into the narrative, providing a rich literary context for young readers to learn about this important period in American history. The book's vivid descriptions and suspenseful plot make it a compelling read for both children and history enthusiasts alike.

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Download or read book The Adventure of the Secret Necklace written by Enid Blyton and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-08-01 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Adventure of the Secret Necklace" by Enid Blyton. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

Download or read book Mr S and the Secrets of Andorra s Box written by Ross O'Carroll-Kelly and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2008-10-30 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ross O'Carroll-Kelly is broke and out of love. His wife has gone to America, taking his daughter with him; his mother has become a celebrity chef on daytime television, with a particular skill for handling phallic ingredients; and his father continues to languish in Mountjoy Jail. To cap it all, Immaculata, a Nigerian girl whom his wife, Sorcha, has been sponsoring by direct debit for fifteen years, has turned up on his doorstep. Things couldn’t get worse. But the long road back begins high in the Pyrenees, in the tax haven of Andorra, where Ross must spread the Gospel of rugby to the strange, primitive natives who have only ever heard of soccer, skiing and duty free shopping. There he meets Conchita, a beautiful, sultry psychoanalyst, who persuades him to look inwards and find out what it is that makes him tick. Sorry, thick.

Download or read book Secrets written by Lesley Pearse and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2005-01-13 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's 1930, and Secrets tells the tale of one girl caught in a family mystery, a struggle against cruelty, and a quest for love . . . This is just one of many captivating novels from the international NO.1 BESTSELLING author Lesley Pearse. Without her mother she is alone in the world . . . Twelve-year-old Adele is placed in a bleak, cruel children's home after a family tragedy drives her mother to madness. But when trust is betrayed Adele has no choice but to run away . . . Alone and friendless, she heads for Sussex, to seek out the grandmother she has never known. However the journey, without food or shelter, leaves her desperately ill. Surrounded by the beautiful Rye Marshes, Adele is nursed back to health. Can she now dream of a new life? But what will happen when her mother reappears, bearing shocking family secrets? Cathy Kelly and Josephine Cox fans will swiftly fall for Lesley Pearse's mesmerising novels - you'll want to read them again and again . . . 'With characters it is impossible not to care about . . . this is storytelling at its very best' Daily Mail 'Utterly riveting, brilliant' Closer 'Lose yourself in this epic saga' Bella 'An emotional and moving epic you won't forget in a hurry' Woman's Weekly

Download or read book Country Christmas Magic written by Cathy McDavid and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2020-12-01 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Another chance for the cowboy The Cowboy’s Christmas Baby by Cathy McDavid When Tanner Bridwell discovers he’s a father, he gains some much needed hope. A year ago, Tanner lost his livelihood as a champion bull rider, and—more important—Jewel Saunders, the love of his life. Now this cowboy wants to do right by his family. But first he must reveal a stunning secret that will send Jewel and his beloved daughter either packing…or into his arms forever! The Cowboy’s Christmas Baby by Cathy McDavid Five years ago, Beth Thomas’s engagement to Danny Brockwood ended when his secret child was dropped off on his doorstep. Now pregnant—and about to be a single mother herself—Beth is back in her Alberta hometown, where the rugged mechanic is raising his son. Can two single parents win back each other’s trust with the help of one determined boy?

Download or read book The Children at Green Meadows written by Enid Blyton and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-08-01 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Children at Green Meadows" by Enid Blyton. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

Download or read book The Secrets of the Wisteria Vine written by Tommaline H. Jones and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2010-08-19 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sonnie Harper is a young girl growing up in rural south Georgia in the 1920s and 1930s. Her family had been dysfunctional for generations. Turmoil was significant in the generation before her. This was a time of great poverty for the farmers of this area due to the Depression and the biggest drought in history. As a toddler, Sonnie begins to hide under the wisteria vine from her mother. Later she invites her imaginary friend and then her black friend to share wisteria vine and her family secrets with them. As she becomes older and understands who God is, she prays and talks to God about her family secrets. Sometimes she goes to the wisteria just to sit and hide from what's going on in the house. Some of the customs of that time are preserved in the book. There are stories of love, hate, loyalty, friendship, brutality, strength, racism, and religious beliefs. All of this is sprinkled with a little humor.

Download or read book Pinecroft Secrets written by Patricia Grames Pollock and published by Devine Destinies. This book was released on 2010-07-01 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revised edition. Previously published by Zumaya Publications. Beautiful young Irish horsewoman Caitlin Cleary wanted to be a jockey but knew it wasn�t possible for a woman in the early 20th century. Being the wife of a horse breeder was a fitting compromise, and when she met and fell in love with wealthy American Charlie Kendall, a novice thoroughbred breeder, she accepted his proposal. When he invited her ambitious social climbing brother Eamonn to teach him the ropes, and accompany him to Pinecroft, his estate deep in the mysterious New Jersey Pine Barrens, her joy was complete. Pinecroft, as Caitlin was destined to learn, was a house of many dark, perverse secrets that threatened the fabric of her marriage. Could she brush them aside and concentrate on the establishment of a successful thoroughbred horse farm, even after her brother Eamonn almost brought her bright hopes to an end?

Download or read book The Big Christmas Basket 200 Christmas Novels Stories Poems Carols Illustrated written by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-02 with total page 5747 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Big Christmas Basket: 200+ Christmas Novels, Stories, Poems & Carols (Illustrated) encapsulates the festive spirit through an unparalleled aggregation of works, embodying a diverse spectrum of literary forms. From the evocative poems of Wordsworth and Tennyson to the compelling narratives of Dickens and Twain, the collection offers a panoramic view of Christmas as not just a holiday, but as a multifaceted cultural phenomenon. The anthology distinguishes itself by including not only texts from the Anglophone literary canon but also translations of pivotal works by European authors such as Chekhov and Dostoevsky, fostering a richer understanding of the holiday's global significance and thematic diversity. The stories, carols, and poems delve into themes of love, charity, joy, redemption, and the quintessential human yearning for warmth and light during the winter solstice. The backgrounds of the contributing authors represent a confluence of the 19th and early 20th centuries most influential literary voices, each bringing their unique cultural contexts and aesthetic sensibilities to the anthology. The collection aligns with various historical and cultural movements, from Romanticism to Realism, offering readers a snapshot of the eras prevailing philosophies and societal norms. These varied voices coalesce to paint a comprehensive picture of the Christmas season, its universal appeal, and its capacity to inspire hope and reflection across different societies and epochs. Recommended for readers seeking to immerse themselves in the holiday spirit through a literary lens, The Big Christmas Basket serves as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling in celebrating human connections and the timeless values of generosity and goodwill. The anthology invites readers on a spellbinding journey through winter landscapes of the imagination, bridging historical gaps and cultural differences to reveal the common thread of humanity's shared traditions and aspirations during the festive season.

Download or read book The Big Christmas Basket 200 Christmas Novels Stories Poems Carols Illustrated written by Louisa May Alcott and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2017-11-19 with total page 5739 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells, Jingle all the way… Christmas is here, and so are we with our biggest ever Christmas basket. There's something for everyone - novels, short stories, poems, and carols - for a cozy and wonderful holiday enjoyment. So grab a cup of coffee and soak into the spirit of festive cheer with our "The Big Christmas Basket": Novels: Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum) Little Women (Louisa May Alcott) The Wonderful Wizard of OZ (L. Frank Baum) Little Lord Fauntleroy (Frances Hodgson Burnett) Anne of Green Gables (Lucy Maud Montgomery) Black Beauty (Anna Sewell) Christmas-Tree Land (M.L. Molesworth) Wind in the Willows (Kenneth Grahame) Peter Pan and Wendy (J. M. Barrie) Oliver Twist Pollyanna (Eleanor H. Porter) At the Back of the North Wind (George MacDonald) A Versailles Christmas-Tide (A. S. Boyd) The Man Who Forgot Christmas (Max Brand)... Short Stories: A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) Papa Panov's Special Christmas (Leo Tolstoy) Doctor Marigold's Prescriptions (Charles Dickens) The Tailor of Gloucester (Beatrix Potter) The Tale of Peter Rabbit (Beatrix Potter) The Christmas Guest (Selma Lagerlöf) At Christmas Time (Anton Chekhov) Little Gretchen and the Wooden Shoe Toinette and the Elves (Susan Coolidge) The Heavenly Christmas Tree (Dostoevsky) The Princess and the Goblin The Nutcracker and the Mouse King The Little Match Girl Little Jean (Francois Coppe) How the Fir Tree Became the Christmas Tree The Magi in the West and Their Search for the Christ The Little Shepherd... Poems & Carols: Silent Night The Three Kings (H. W. Longfellow) Christmas Bells (Longfellow) Christmas at Sea (Stevenson) Christmas in the Olden Time (Walter Scott) Old Santa Claus (Clement Clarke Moore) The Twelve Days of Christmas Minstrels (Wordsworth) Ring Out, Wild Bells (Tennyson) Hymn on the Morning of Christ's Nativity (John Milton) A Christmas Carol (Coleridge)…

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Download or read book Useful Gifts written by Carole L. Glickfeld and published by University of Georgia Press. This book was released on 2010-10-01 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Charged with the mystery of childhood, with curiosity and daring, confusion and fear, the eleven interrelated stories in Useful Gifts explore what Ruthie knows. The youngest child of profoundly deaf parents living in Manhattan in the 1940s and 1950s, Ruthie Zimmer speaks and signs. Interpreting for her parents, she tries to make sense of worlds as close as her family's fourth-floor apartment, as expansive as her rooftop playground and as diverse as the neighborhood below. The ways of language, its ways, its habits, its humor—as well as the demons that rise within us when we fail to communicate—form an undercurrent in many of Carole Glickfeld's stories. In "What My Mother Knows" Hannah Zimmer gleans the neighborhood gossip from her apartment window, telling Ruthie in a gesture that Mrs. Frangione is pregnant again, and announcing in clipped, terse signs that the O'Briens have divorced. "Know drunk?...Unhappy, fight, wife, divorce." There is, in "My Father's Darling" the hoarse, choked screaming of Albert Zimmer, "Honorfatherhonorfatherhonorfather" striking his daughter Melva has she sinks to the floor muttering "Misermisermisermiser" in the distant, disembodied voice of a ventriloquist. And, in "Talking Mama-Losh'n" there is Sidney, Ruthie's older brother, "getting down to business," sprinkling his speech with Yiddish, French and German—words that project a wisdom and cosmopolitanism he clearly craves. Three floors below the Zimmer apartment, Ruthie enters the altogether different realm of Dot, a thrice-married hatcheck girl, and her daughter and son, Glory and Roy Rogers. These are characters who, as their names seem to promise, bring adventure and excitement—from acted-out fantasies of Hollywood to gunfights amid the rooftop battlements of "Fort Arden," from impulsive, stylish haircuts to Chinese food with pork. And, across the stoop, Ruthie visits with the Opals family—Iris, Ivy, and Ione—three daughters whose endless lessons in charm, elocution and posture prime them for future "fame and glory." In Useful Gifts, Carole Glickfeld creates, through the optimistic voice of a young girl, intimacy with the complexity and heartbreak of a world we hope she can survive. In the closing story of the collection, Ruth Zimmer, twenty years older, retraces her neighborhood—not only to preserve her memories but to understand, finally, their effect on her now, a grown woman living three thousand miles away.