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The unforgettable, heartbreaking story of the unlikely friendship between a wealthy boy and the son of his father’s servant, The Kite Runner is a beautifully crafted novel set in a country that is in the process of being destroyed. It is about the power of reading, the price of betrayal, and the possibility of redemption; and an exploration of the power of fathers over sons—their love, their sacrifices, their lies. A sweeping story of family, love, and friendship told against the devastating backdrop of the history of Afghanistan over the last thirty years, The Kite Runner is an unusual and powerful novel that has become a beloved, one-of-a-kind classic. --khaledhosseini.com

This gripping thriller introduces Travis Devine, a character embroiled in a high-stakes narrative filled with tension and intrigue. As an international bestselling author, David Baldacci weaves a compelling story that promises suspense and unexpected twists, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. The novel explores themes of justice and morality, making it a must-read for fans of intense, fast-paced thrillers.

In 1940 zette historicus Emanuel Ringelblum in het getto van Warschau een clandestiene organisatie op van professionele en amateur-historici. Codenaam: Oneg Shabbat. Doel: alle facetten van het joodse leven bestuderen en documenteren, om weerstand te bieden aan de uitroeiingspolitiek van de nazi's. Oneg Shabbat legde de gedachten en ervaringen vast van duizenden, die stierven van de honger, of aan ziektes, terwijl het langzaam tot hen doordrong wat de nazi's van plan waren. Kort voordat het getto werd leeggehaald en met de grond gelijk gemaakt, slaagde Oneg Shabbat er nog in duizenden documenten te verbergen in blikken en melkbussen. In de overtuiging dat de Duitse overwinning zeker was, werden deze op verschillende plekken begraven, in een heldhaftige poging om te voorkomen dat de stem en de cultuur van een volk dat zijn ondergang tegemoet ging, ook verloren zouden gaan. Twee van deze bergplaatsen zijn na de oorlog teruggevonden. Nu, tientallen jaren later, is het archief eindelijk ontsloten. Wie schrijft onze geschiedenis is het unieke en aangrijpende verhaal van Emanuel Ringelblum en Oneg Shabbat, een groep die met geschiedkundige eruditie en een verzameling documenten weerstand wilde bieden aan uitroeiing door de nazi's. Van de ruim zestig medewerkers overleefden er slechts drie. Ook Ringelblum en zijn gezin kwamen in maart 1944 om.

Voor de laatste maal keert Harry Wainwright, een succesvol zakenman die nog maar kort te leven heeft, terug naar een vakantieoord in het betoverende Maine. Twee dingen staan Harry voor ogen: nog eenmaal vissen op de plek waar hij dertig jaar lang troost heeft gevonden, en het bekendmaken van zijn erfenis, waarmee hij het leven van zeker vier mensen voorgoed zal veranderen. Ieder van hen vertelt zijn verhaal: Jordan Patterson, de jongeman die Harry op zijn laatste reis zal begeleiden; de eigenaar van het kamp, Joe Crosby, dienstweigeraar tijdens de Vietnam-oorlog die met de ingrijpende consequenties daarvan moet leren leven; Lucy, getrouwd met Joe en de vrouw van wie Harry heimelijk al dertig jaar houdt; en ten slotte Kate, de dochter van Joe en Lucy, die de sleutel bewaart van de laatste nog gesloten deur naar het verleden.

An explosive child responds to routine problems with extreme frustration, resulting in outbursts such as crying, screaming, and destructive behavior. Parents often feel overwhelmed, having tried various strategies—reasoning, punishment, therapy, and medication—without success. They struggle to understand their child's behavior and why typical approaches fail. Dr. Ross Greene, a leading clinician in treating children with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges, offers hope. He asserts that explosive children are not attention-seeking or manipulative; instead, they lack essential skills in flexibility, frustration tolerance, and problem-solving. This book presents a new framework for understanding these difficulties, grounded in neuroscience research. Dr. Greene explains why traditional parenting methods often fall short and introduces his Collaborative Problem Solving model. This approach emphasizes collaboration with explosive children to address the underlying issues causing their outbursts and teaches them the necessary skills they lack. Through compassionate insights and practical strategies, the book guides parents in effectively supporting their children and fostering their development.

71 avant J.-C., la République romaine est déchirée, le sénat est le théâtre de tous les complots. Dans le sud, Crassus mate Spartacus et ses esclaves en révolte ; en Espagne, Pompée lutte contre les rebelles de Sertorius ; à Rome, un jeune sénateur, Marcus Tullius Cicéron, rêve d'accéder à l' imperium, le pouvoir politique suprême. Mais sans fortune ni naissance, ce brillant avocat ne peut compter que sur son éloquence pour réussir. Une affaire pourrait bien servir ses desseins : un homme lui demande d'assurer sa défense contre Gaius Verrès, le redouté gouverneur de Sicile, qui l'aurait odieusement spolié. L'irrésistible ascension de Cicéron commence...

In un punto imprecisato della costa californiana, in un albergo senza nome, una donna aspetta l’uomo che diventerà il suo amante. È la vedova di un ebreo ucciso da un gruppo di terroristi islamici e, a un anno da quella lacerazione incancellabile, ha deciso di abbandonare il ruolo che le circostanze le hanno imposto, per ritrovarsi. Così, la moglie di quell’uomo che tutti hanno visto morire con grande dignità in un video trasmesso a ripetizione si è scelta un amante, ed è un musulmano. I motivi non li capisce nemmeno lei: un groviglio di emozioni che vanno da una volontà quasi caritatevole di offrirsi al nemico, per conoscerlo, a un puro, egoistico desiderio di vendetta. Il prescelto è un padre di famiglia, naturalizzato americano. Conosce la storia della donna che sta per incontrare e si domanda vagamente perché lo abbia scelto. La relazione prende strade impreviste: desideri repressi, pregiudizi e curiosità morbose si intrecciano a una brama di dominio carnale che si sfoga tumultuosamente. Nel giro di ventiquattr’ore i due amanti si scambieranno affetto e violenza, si aiuteranno a superare l’impasse delle loro rispettive condizioni, si spoglieranno dei preconcetti per cercare in sé le risposte che non possono venire dall’esterno.

I parallelle forløb berettes om krigens afslutning i Tjekkoslovakiet i 1945 og om murens fald i l989 gennem to kærlighedshistorier, der viser sig at løbe sammen til sidst

"Yalom describes his patients' struggles-- as well as his own-- to come to terms with the two great challenges of existence: how to have a meaningful life, and how to reckon with its inevitable end"--Dust jacket flap.

An immigrant's epic saga spanning the entire twentieth century, Songs for the Butcher's Daughteris one of the most captivating books of the year

""La ballade des adieux" est le voyage d'une vieille dame dans son passé.

Evocative and compelling, rich in imagination and atmosphere, Under This Unbroken Sky is a beautifully wrought debut from a gifted new novelist.Spring 1938. After nearly two years in prison for the crime of stealing his own grain, Ukrainian immigrant Teodor Mykolayenko is a free man. While he was gone, his wife, Maria; their five children; and his sister, Anna, struggled to survive on the harsh northern Canadian prairie, but now Teodor—a man who has overcome drought, starvation, and Stalin's purges—is determined to make a better life for them. As he tirelessly clears the untamed land, Teodor begins to heal himself and his children. But the family's hopes and newfound happiness are short-lived. Anna's rogue husband, the arrogant and scheming Stefan, unexpectedly returns, stirring up rancor and discord that will end in violence and tragedy.Under This Unbroken Sky is a mesmerizing tale of love and greed, pride and desperation, that will resonate long after the last page is turned. Shandi Mitchell has woven an unbearably suspenseful story, written in a language of luminous beauty and clarity. Rich with fiery conflict and culminating in a gut-wrenching climax, this is an unforgettably powerful novel from a passionate new voice in contemporary literature.

Depuis la banlieue où elle habite, Rachel prend le train deux fois par jour pour aller et revenir de Londres. Chaque jour elle est assise à la même place et chaque jour elle observe une jolie maison. Cette maison, elle la connaît par coeur, elle a même donné un nom à ses occupants qu'elle aperçoit derrière la vitre : Jason et Jess. Un couple qu'elle imagine parfait, heureux, comme Rachel a pu l'être par le passé avec son mari, avant qu'il ne la trompe, avant qu'il ne la quitte. Mais un matin, elle découvre un autre homme que Jason à la fenêtre. Que se passe-t-il ? Jess tromperait-elle son mari ? Quelques jours plus tard, c'est avec stupeur qu'elle découvre la photo de Jess à la une des journaux. La jeune femme, de son vrai nom Megan Hipwell, a mystérieusement disparu...

A pregnant young woman leaves her small Irish town to search for her boyfriend in the English Midlands.

"In twenty-nine years, Rose Darlen has never spent a moment apart from her twin sister Ruby. She has never gone for a solitary walk or had a private conversation. Yet, in all that time, she has never once looked into Ruby's eyes. Joined at the head, "The Girls" (as they are known in their small town) attempt to lead a normal life, but can't help being extraordinary. Now almost thirty, Rose and Ruby are on the verge of becoming the oldest living craniopagus twins in history, but they are remarkable for a lot more than their unusual sistery bond."--Back cover.

A modern serial killer - hunting an ancient secret. A woman is left to die as the rebuilt Globe theatre burns. Another woman is drowned like Ophelia, skirts swirling in the water. A professor has his throat slashed open on the steps of Washington's Capitol building. A deadly serial killer is on the loose, modelling his murders on Shakespeare's plays. But why is he killing? And how can he be stopped? A gripping, shocking page turner, The Shakespeare Secret masterfully combines modern murder and startling true revelations from the life of Shakespeare. It has been acclaimed as one of the most compulsively readable thrillers of recent years.

Autobiografisch getint relaas van het leven van een jongen van Iers-Duitse afkomst in de jaren vijftig en zestig.