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Stuart Harrison

    20 mai 1958

    Cet auteur est célèbre pour ses romans d'aventure captivants qui explorent souvent des thèmes de survie et d'ingéniosité humaine contre vents et marées. Son style se caractérise par une action vivide et une immersion profonde dans la psychologie des personnages poussés à leurs limites. Ses œuvres plongent les lecteurs dans des mondes de péril et de découverte, où les limites de la résilience humaine sont constamment mises à l'épreuve. Son écriture est une ode à l'esprit et à la détermination.

    Stuart Harrison
    IN THE DARK
    Better than this
    The snow falcon
    Still water
    Aphrodite's Smile
    Lost Summer
    • Lost Summer

      • 400pages
      • 14 heures de lecture
      3,7(53)Évaluer

      Haunted by the memory of a girl who disappeared in his hometown, journalist Adam Turner finds his past resurfacing while investigating a fatal car accident. As he delves deeper into the case, the lines between his present and the unresolved mysteries of his childhood blur, leading him to confront long-buried secrets and the impact of that disappearance on his life.

      Lost Summer
    • Aphrodite's Smile

      • 448pages
      • 16 heures de lecture
      3,6(65)Évaluer

      Set against the backdrop of Ithaka, Robert's quest to find his missing father intertwines with Alex's search for answers about her grandmother, who vanished decades earlier. As their paths converge, the mystery deepens when Alex also goes missing, compelling Robert to take action. The narrative weaves together elements of romance, classic myths, and historical truths, creating a rich tapestry that explores themes of loss, connection, and the quest for identity.

      Aphrodite's Smile
    • A small New England fishing community is the setting for this compelling blend of suspense, adventure and romance, from the author of the highly successful THE SNOW FALCON. On a dark night on an island off the coast of Maine, a shot is heard and a fisherman disappears. Despite the absence of a body, Ella Young is accused of murder and it falls to Matt Jones, the town's lawyer, to uncover the truth that will clear the woman he's in love with However it soon becomes apparent that Ella isn't tellng him everything she knows, and as the evidence mounts against her, Matt is forced to question his belief in her innocence. A beautiful summer visitor adds further confusion when Matt finds she knew the missing man better than she admits, and that she and Ella share an impenetrable secret. What begins as a straightforward investigation is soon caught up in the rivalries of local politics and a bitter conflict between one faction that wants to change the island's traditional way of life and another, led by Ella, that values the delicate balance between man and the sea. Against this seething background comes the reappearance of valuable bluefin tuna in the gulf, along with their natural predators, a pod of orcas. As the struggling community attempts to exploit this piece of seeming good fortune, everything is set for an explosive drama

      Still water
    • A superb winter/Christmas warming read for the Horse Whisperer market. High in the wastes of northern Canada, a falcon is blown off course by a storm, eventually coming to rest in a sparsely populated region. Her only instinct is to hunt and find a mate; but for the humans who are drawn into her story, she will be a catalyst of spectacular change. A novel of healing, passion, heartbreak and the possiblity of redemption through the unlikeliest of channels, with magical snowy settings, this is commercial fiction at its best.

      The snow falcon
    • Better than this

      • 400pages
      • 14 heures de lecture
      3,3(74)Évaluer

      Thrilling contemporary novel from the author of THE SNOW FALCON and STILL WATER. What could be better than this... To all appearances, Nick has an eviable life: his own advertising company, comfortable house in a desirable area of San Francisco, car to die for and, above all, a gorgeous wife whom he loves more than anything. But he knows that the company could fold if his latest pitch isn't successful. Trouble is, he's neglected to mention this to his wife or best friend and business partner. When they find out, they start to see him in a different light and a fatal distrust creeps in. Oblivious to everything but the need to succeed, Nick can't see what's happening to the rest of his life. Inexorably, the destructive momentum grows and Nick is left desperately pinning his hopes on one impossible scheme. How far will he go to save his marriage? Theft? Murder? Will it really lead to something better than this?

      Better than this
    • IN THE DARK

      • 136pages
      • 5 heures de lecture

      Set against the backdrop of False Bay, South Africa, the story follows Wade, a skilled assassin working for the DIA. As he prepares for a unique mission, he transports a bound and gagged target, a notorious warlord, to a secluded area known for its Great White sharks. Instead of a quick execution, Wade faces a morally complex task involving a brutal disposal method that highlights the darker aspects of his profession. Amidst the tension, Wade experiences an unsettling mix of calm and excitement, reflecting on the nature of his work and the impending struggle for survival awaiting the target.

      IN THE DARK
    • The Iraqi Collector

      Truth In Lies

      • 116pages
      • 5 heures de lecture

      Set against the backdrop of a tense deployment in Iraq, the narrative captures the harrowing split-second decisions faced by soldiers during patrols. As a black sedan approaches their convoy, the crew grapples with the terrifying possibility of a suicide attack. The story explores the moral dilemmas of combat, where hesitation can lead to devastating consequences, highlighting the tragic reality of innocent lives caught in the crossfire. This gripping account delves into the psychological strain on soldiers as they navigate the chaos of war and the weight of their choices.

      The Iraqi Collector
    • Extensive reading is essential for improving fluency and there is a real need in the ELT classroom for contemporary, low-level reading material for younger learners. Kieran's karate Adventure is the story of a boy who overcomes the school bully and gains confidence through the discipline of Karate.

      Kieran's Karate Adventure
    • Nejlepší světové čtení

      Poslední vůle. Cully. Jatka. Osudová láska

      4,1(27)Évaluer

      Svazek obsahuje čtyři bestsellery známých anglických a amerických autorů ve zkrácené verzi. Kniha obsahuje tyto tituly: Child, Lee: Jatka Harrison, Stuart: Cully Segal, Erich: Osudová láska Grisham, John: Poslední vůle 1. Jatka-Lee Child: Jack Reacher odešel z armády do výslužby a vede bezstarostný život na toulkách. Jednoho dne se zastaví v ospalém městečku Margrave uprostřed státu Georgia a z ničeho nic je zatčen a obviněn z vraždy. Ve snaze očistit své jméno se nechá zatáhnout do honu na skutečného pachatele - a odhalí podvod, který nemá obdoby. 2. Cully-Stuart Harrison: Jediný výstřel z pytlákovy pušky a vzácný raroh bezmocně padá k zemi. Jeho šance na přežití jsou mizivé. V pravý čas se však objeví Michael Somers, muž s temnou minulostí, rozhodne se dravce zachránit a nečekaně tím získá lék na vlastní zmučenou duši. 3. Osudová láska: Erich Segal: Dokot Matthew Hiller je špičkový odborník na léčbu nádorových onemocnění. Ve svém oboru nemá konkurenci. Když má však léčit svou bývalou lásku, rychle začne ztrácet půdu pod nohama. V takových chvílích na odborných znalostech nezáleží, je třeba řídit se srdcem. 4. Poslední vůle: Když americký miliardář odkáže veškerý svůj majetek neznámé ženě, právníci vyšlou kolegu Natea O´Rileyho, aby ji našel. Úkol je to jednoduchý jen zdánlivě. Nate je sice zkušený právník, ale právě se vrátil z protialkoholní léčebny. A dědička ? Ta se zdržuje uprostřed brazilského pralesa a nemá zájem ani o peníze, ani o kontakt s civilizací.... celý text

      Nejlepší světové čtení
    • Scholastic Readers to seria lektur obejmująca literackie adaptacje popularnych filmów i seriali, a także uproszczone pod względem językowym utwory literatury klasycznej i młodzieżowej oraz biografie. Cykl jest skierowany do młodzieży i dorosłych uczących się języka angielskiego na poziomach od A1 do B2. W ramach serii wyodrębniono 5 stopni trudności tekstu: Starter (pre-A1), 1 (A1), 2 (A2), 3 (B1) i 4 (B2). Każdy tutuł poza tekstem oraz ilustracjami zawiera dodatkowo: - sekcję People & Places wprowadzenie do lektury, przedstawienie bohaterów, - sekcję Fact Files rodział w stylu czasopisma, przedstawiający kulisy powstawania filmu, wywiady z gwiazdami, informacje umożliwiające szersze spojrzenie na główny temat lektury, - sekcję Self-study zadania umożliwiające sprawdzenie stopnia opanowania nowego słownictwa i zrozumienia treści lektury, - płytę Audio CD z nagraniem tekstu lektury, Teacher's Notes bezpłatne materiały dla nauczyciela w plikach PDF (zobacz: Materiały dodatkowe). Treść lektury: Every night, the Spooky Skaters leave their home in the Land of the Dead and go skating in secret in the local skate park. They do spooky stunts on the ramp and they feel alive! Every day after school, Ben, Leila and their friends hang out at the skate park. Roland and Patty go there too, but they can't skate and they're definitely not cool! Then, one night, Roland and Patty meet the Spooky Skaters

      Spooky Skaters. The Skate Park After Dark + CD