Download or read book The Harpy written by Megan Hunter and published by Grove Press. This book was released on 2020-11-03 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Part revenge tale, part fairy tale—an electrifying story of marriage, infidelity and power by the author of the #1 Indie Next Pick, The End We Start From. A MILLIONS Most Anticipated Book of the Month A Best Book of Fall for ESQUIRE A VOGUE Novel Editors Recommend for Fall A LITERARY HUB 20 books that are laced with sinister magic Lucy and Jake live in a house by a field where the sun burns like a ball of fire. Lucy has set her career aside in order to devote her life to the children, to their finely tuned routine, and to the house itself, which comforts her like an old, sly friend. But then a man calls one afternoon with a shattering message: his wife has been having an affair with Lucy’s husband, Jake. The revelation marks a turning point: Lucy and Jake decide to stay together, but make a special arrangement designed to even the score and save their marriage—she will hurt him three times. As the couple submit to a delicate game of crime and punishment, Lucy herself begins to change, surrendering to a transformation of both mind and body from which there is no return. Told in dazzling, musical prose, The Harpy is a dark, staggering fairy tale, at once mythical and otherworldly and fiercely contemporary. It is a novel of love, marriage and its failures, of power, control and revenge, of metamorphosis and renewal. “A beautiful, poetic account of [a] marriage, and also an insightful character study . . . And when it borders on a dark fairy tale, The Harpy soars.” —NPR

Download or read book Flight of the Golden Harpy written by Susan Klaus and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2014-06-17 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kari, a young woman, returns to the jungle planet of Dora after ten years in Earth's schools determined to unravel the mysteries surrounding the harpies, a feral species with the appearance half-bird, half-human. The human colonists believe harpies are dangerous animals, which are known to steal women. The creatures are hunted like wild game, their wings considered rare trophies. But Kari distrusts these rumors. When she was attacked by a monster in the jungle as a child, a male harpy with rare golden coloring rescued her. Constant hunting by men has driven the harpies to the brink of extinction. Is Kari's savior, the elegant golden harpy, is still alive? If so, how long can he and his flock survive the ravages of mankind? Susan Klaus's Flight of the Golden Harpy is an imaginative and romantic fantasy novel that questions what it means to be human.

Download or read book Harpy Thyme written by Piers Anthony and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 1995-02-15 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only one of her kind in all of Xanth, Gloha, a young harpy girl, agrees to serve the Good Magician for one year if the magician will create a male harpy for her to love.

Download or read book Harpy s Flight The Ki and Vandien Quartet Book 1 written by Megan Lindholm and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2011-09-01 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A reissue of classic backlist titles from the author of the best selling Farseer Trilogy and The Liveship Traders books. HARPY'S FLIGHT was Lindholm's first novel, and the first in the WINDSINGERS series, which introduced her popular gypsy characters, Ki and Vandien.

Download or read book Harpy s Desires written by S. H. Marpel and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2018-07-18 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A nude woman collapsed on my doorstep. Someone I knew somehow. Of course, I carried her in and cared for her. Gave her shelter, clothes, and food to heal. In her normal form, she was one of the most powerful entities on this planet, in all known history. Harpy. But for now, she was simply human. And to regain her strength, she said she needed to make love with me. The weird part was the last time we met, she tried to kill me. And now I had to save her life. Ironic, as she had sent so many to their own death through her actions over the centuries. And now she was here, maybe because she said I was the only human she could trust. Get Your Copy Now.

Download or read book Harpy s Escape written by Laura Greenwood and published by Drowlgon Press. This book was released on with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the Supernatural Retrieval Agency Team in this light-hearted urban fantasy romance, complete with a kickass crime-fighting harpy heroine, an up-beat and quirky cupid best friend, and a medium burn workplace romance. A harpy and her team are left to investigate without official backing. When a couple of new leads come in, they learn that things are a lot worse than they first expected, and if they don't act fast, then they risk something far worse than a new crime boss. Fighting crime might be one thing on Harper's mind, but her growing relationship with Elias is also part of the equation and she finds herself spending an increasing amount of time in his arms. Can they start building a case against Ocypete that people are going to believe, or is she going to get the better of them? - Harpy's Escape is book two of Supernatural Retrieval Agency, an urban fantasy romance series filled with harpies, cupids, action, and a hint of steam with a m/f romance. If you like your romance with unusual supernatural creatures, action-packed law enforcement plots, and a quirky best friend, try the Supernatural Retrieval Agency series today, starting with Harpy's Mission. Search Terms: urban fantasy, fantasy romance, urban fantasy romance, paranormal romance, pnr, supernatural suspense, light-hearted fantasy, law enforcement, police, cops, harpies, cupids, harpy, mythology, cupid, unusual paranormal beings, unusual supernaturals, workplace romance, steamy, steamy paranormal romance, forced proximity, shifters

Download or read book Harpy s Mission written by Laura Greenwood and published by Drowlgon Press. This book was released on with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the Supernatural Retrieval Agency Team in this light-hearted urban fantasy romance, complete with a kickass crime-fighting harpy heroine, an up-beat and quirky cupid best friend, and a medium burn workplace romance. A harpy with a dream job...and a handsome new partner to work with. Harper has wanted to join the Agency for as long as she can remember, but even she never expected to be thrown in the deep end on her first day. After she helps uncover a secret crime ring within the city, she's sent on a rescue mission to get a vital witness to safety. But when the plan goes sideways, Harper and her partner have to work out why, and how they can fix it. Can this harpy complete her mission? - Harpy's Mission is book one of Supernatural Retrieval Agency, an urban fantasy romance series filled with harpies, cupids, action, and a hint of steam with a m/f romance. If you like your romance with unusual supernatural creatures, action-packed law enforcement plots, and a quirky best friend, try the Supernatural Retrieval Agency series today, starting with Harpy's Mission. Search Terms: urban fantasy, fantasy romance, urban fantasy romance, paranormal romance, pnr, supernatural suspense, light-hearted fantasy, law enforcement, police, cops, harpies, cupids, harpy, mythology, cupid, unusual paranormal beings, unusual supernaturals, workplace romance, steamy, steamy paranormal romance, forced proximity, shifters

Download or read book Harpy Eagle written by Ellen Lawrence and published by Apex Predators of the Amazon R. This book was released on 2020 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's early morning in the Amazon rain forest. A large monkey is climbing through the branches of a tall tree. Suddenly, there's a flash of white and black feathers. An enormous harpy eagle swoops between the leafy branches and snatches the monkey from the tree. Then the giant predator carries its prey high into the treetops and begins to eat. Filled with information perfectly suited to the abilities and interests of its primary-grade audience, this colorful, fact-filled book gives readers a chance not only to learn all about harpy eagles and their Amazon rain forest home, but also to develop their powers of observation and critical thinking. Built-in activities, such as figuring out how the bird's body is adapted for hunting, and investigating how much weight the eagle can carry in its talons, give readers a chance to gain insights beyond the facts and figures.

Download or read book Panama written by Carolina Freire and published by Gareth Stevens. This book was released on 2004 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides an overview of the geography, history, government, people, arts, foods, and other aspects of life in Panama.

Download or read book Harpy Eagles written by Karen Latchana Kenney and published by Bellwether Media. This book was released on 2020-08-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A harpy eagle snatches a sloth from a tree. Time to eat! These birds have strong, sharp talons that were made for carrying prey. This is just one adaptation explained in this fascinating series about harpy eagles’ lives in the rain forest. Readers will discover even more as they take in the leveled text and vibrant photos in this title. Special features such as a range map, an adaptation graphic, and a diet feature highlight even more information about these special birds.

Download or read book Heroines Harpies and Housewives written by Martha Moffitt Peacock and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2020-11-16 with total page 530 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A novel and female empowering interpretive approach to these artistic archetypes in her analysis of Imaging Women of Consequence in the Dutch Golden Age.

Download or read book Etheric Anatomy written by Victor H. Anderson and published by Marion Street Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the first time, this book explains the Three Selves theory for Witches, Wiccans, and Pagans. Its author, Victor H. Anderson, the renowned poet and founder of the Feri (Faery) Tradition, was one of the last Kahuna. Etheric Anatomy collects rare writings by Victor and his wife, Cora, which demystify etheric sight, astral sex, and Feri prayers and chants (including the Ha Prayer and the Flower Prayer) for aligning the three souls and contacting the God Self. Etheric Anatomy contains information not found in any other book. The Three Selves theory is the foundation of the Feri Tradition of Witchcraft, but informs all seekers who wish to understand the nature of the Self and expand their psychic skills.

Download or read book Harpy Eagle Chick written by and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As with Key Links Magenta, Red and Yellow titles, Jill Eggleton has carefully sequenced the Blue titles to maximise the scaffolding from one book to the next. Blue titles continue to increase key vocabulary in every book. Harpy Eagle Chick is a nonfiction title. Documentary-style nonfiction titles integrate 'learning to read' and 'reading to learn' in a case-study approach. The prompts in the Focus Panels for Blue titles cover a range of Key Targets that are listed in the Teachers' Tool Box (item 7914884). 1 copy.

Download or read book Medusa s Secret written by D.A. Henneman and published by Saray Books LLC. This book was released on 2021-10-20 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Ancient Greece, sometimes death is only the beginning… Medusa’s human form, granted by the virgin goddess, has always been enough for her. Until now. No longer a virgin, Medusa now faces banishment from the temple and Athena’s legendary wrath. Perseus’s love for Medusa breeds poison when kept a secret from all who live on Mt. Olympus. To have a life together, the couple must air the truth, even if it shakes the foundation of the Parthenon. Medusa struggles to embrace her monstrous past, as Perseus is faced with a choice – to embrace a hero’s life, or to follow his heart’s desire. The collision of their destinies forces them into a world that neither imagined.

Download or read book Swimming Home written by Kayla Rodney and published by Unlikely Books. This book was released on 2019-12-07 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first book of poetry by Kayla Rodney focuses on her experiences with New Orleans, tragedy, and hurricanes, especially Katrina.

Download or read book Love Death or Mermaid written by D. H. Willison and published by D. H. Willison. This book was released on with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Opportunity knocks on the humblest of doors. But it knocks only once. When an overheard conversation leads to a hunt for a long-forgotten pirate’s treasure in the sunny tropics, Herbert can’t believe his luck. With shipmates including the charming if somewhat feline-featured Katie, a suave and dapper captain, and a hyper-competent crew, such an opportunity seems too good to be true. And we all know how that usually turns out. He soon discovers that said adventure vacation of a lifetime comes with minor downsides, such as being hunted by giant sea monsters. Including an alluring—if somewhat bloodthirsty—mermaid. Additionally, the term ‘lifetime’ refers to a significantly shorter time-frame than he envisioned. Set sail on the high seas of Arvia! (Must supply own cutlass.) A stand-alone novella for adult or young adult readers.

Download or read book The Gift of Birds written by Ruben E. Reina and published by UPenn Museum of Archaeology. This book was released on 1991 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presenting 10 essays by experts in the fields of anthropology, ethnography, and ornithology on the native peoples of South America and their use of birds, this volume offers a fascinating view into the lives and customs of some of the indigenous peoples living in the rainforest and coastal areas of Brazil and Peru. This book includes color photographs of South American natives in festival and ritual celebrations and everyday activities, along with spectacular objects of featherwork, textiles, and pottery. Contributors: Ruben E. Reina, Kenneth M. Kensinger, Kay L. Candler, Virginia Greene, Elizabeth Netto Calil Zarur, Catherine V. Howard, Patricia J. Lyon, Jon F. Pressman, Peter T. Turst, and Mark Robbins. University Museum Monograph, 75