Tracy Barrett écrit avec une curiosité illimitée, s'aventurant à travers les genres pour captiver les jeunes lecteurs et les lecteurs du début de l'adolescence. Son vaste corpus d'œuvres couvre la fiction historique, les mystères, la fantasy, les voyages dans le temps, les réinterprétations de mythes et de contes de fées, ainsi que des romans réalistes contemporains. L'engagement profond de Barrett envers la Grèce antique, Rome et le Moyen Âge européen, combiné à ses compétences linguistiques et à sa formation universitaire, confère à ses récits une riche profondeur historique et une authenticité culturelle. Elle tisse magistralement des recherches complexes dans des histoires captivantes, démontrant un talent unique pour rendre divers mondes accessibles et attrayants pour son public.
"Risotto" by Judith Barrett and Norma Wasserman is a comprehensive guide to the classic Northern Italian dish, featuring over 120 authentic recipes that can be prepared quickly. The book also includes informative chapters on ingredients and preparation methods, making it an essential resource for rice enthusiasts.
"Lives of the Caesars" explores the lives of 12 influential Roman emperors, detailing their unique reigns and historical significance. This engaging account features notorious figures like Nero and Caligula, alongside lesser-known leaders such as Diocletian and Vespasian, complemented by illustrations, timelines, and dynasty charts.
This edition contains new material, taking account of work published on the Gospel of St John since this book's first publication. It also takes into account the evidence of the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Gnostic library of Nag-Hammadi. The commentary provides a detailed exegesis of John's text.
A new girl in town encounters a mysterious, old-fashioned girl who is lost and unable to find her way home. Their meeting sparks an intriguing friendship as they explore themes of belonging and the search for identity, unraveling the secrets of the past while navigating the complexities of their own lives.
Navigating high school proves challenging for a tall, shy Native American girl with athletic talent and a sharp intellect. Her unique circumstances, including a complicated past and living under her aunt's guardianship, complicate her quest for normalcy. The story explores themes of identity, belonging, and the struggles of adolescence against a backdrop of personal and cultural challenges.
The protagonist struggles with visions that their family views as a gift, yet they perceive as a curse. These visions isolate them, stripping away the joy of human connection and making even the simplest outings overwhelming due to the burden of seeing into others' lives. This internal conflict highlights themes of isolation, the weight of perception, and the desire for normalcy amidst extraordinary circumstances.
A gripping race against time unfolds after the protagonist discovers Chris's lifeless body and intruders scouring their home for a hidden secret. With only seven days to retrieve what Chris concealed, the stakes are high, and danger looms. As the deadline approaches, the protagonist grapples with a tangled web of deception and a desperate strategy that could mean the difference between life and death. Tension escalates as they navigate a perilous situation filled with uncertainty and fear.
Suspended from duty, Crime Scene Investigator Eddie Collins faces the consequences of his unorthodox methods. Rather than adhering to protocol, he challenges the system, leading to tensions within the law enforcement community. As he navigates the fallout from his actions, Eddie's determination to uncover the truth puts him at odds with his superiors and tests his commitment to justice. This gripping narrative explores themes of integrity, rebellion, and the complexities of crime-solving in a rigid framework.
The story revolves around Silke Dyson, an artist and teacher coping with vision impairment due to a past altercation, and Kirin Foster, a meticulous travel magazine writer feeling increasingly unfulfilled despite her career. Their contrasting personalities and life experiences set the stage for a journey of self-discovery and connection, exploring themes of resilience, creativity, and the search for meaning in both art and life.