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Rachel Allen

    Rachael Allen mêle habilement les mondes de la science et de la littérature pour jeunes adultes, s'inspirant de ses études rigoureuses en neurosciences pour créer des récits captivants. Son écriture explore les complexités de l'expérience adolescente, abordant des thèmes d'auto-découverte, de résilience et des défis liés à la navigation dans les amitiés et l'identité. La perspective unique d'Allen, façonnée par son parcours scientifique, apporte une nouvelle profondeur intellectuelle à ses histoires, les rendant à la fois engageantes et stimulantes pour les jeunes lecteurs. Elle défend des protagonistes féminines fortes qui font face à l'adversité avec détermination et un esprit de rébellion.

    Rachel Allen
    Harley Quinn: Reckoning
    Rachel's Food for Living
    Home cooking
    Rachel's favourite food
    Harley Quinn: Redemption
    Harley Quinn: Ravenous
    • When girls in Gotham City go missing, Harley Quinn is determined to track down their kidnapper. But the only way to outsmart a villain is to engage in a little villainy herself. Don't miss the adrenaline-racing conclusion to the Harley Quinn trilogy. In Gotham City even the heroes are wicked. Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy can't wait to cross off the final items on their summer bucket list. They still need to: Go to Pride Get mani/pedis Figure out how they can kiss without Ivy's toxic lips killing Harley. (Every relationship has its challenges!) But their to-do list gets more dangerous when young girls vanish from the streets of Gotham City. The only clues left behind are the dolls on Harley's doorstep from a mysterious sender known as the Dollmaker. The message is clear: come find me…if you dare. Award-winning author Rachael Allen delivers the fast-paced and fiercely feminist conclusion to the Harley Quinn trilogy. “Allen’s Harley is a fierce, righteous, brilliant, and preternaturally brace ball of chaos. I loved and feared every single minute with her.” –Dahlia Adler, author of Cool for the Summer

      Harley Quinn: Redemption2024
      4,3
    • Harley Quinn's journey gets even more chaotic as she falls in love and embraces her inner Super-Villain in the thrilling second book of the Harley Quinn origin trilogy. When Harleen Quinzel wakes up in a hospital bed with no recollection of the past few months, she scrambles to pick up the pieces of her life. As she starts classes at Gotham University and an internship at Arkham Asylum, Harleen is determined to make her mark, getting paired with the most high-profile female inmate at Arkham—the notorious Talia al Ghūl. Talia is brilliant and fascinating, and as they spend more time together, the lines between good and bad begin to blur for Harleen. When she starts to see Talia less as a patient and more as a mentor, all of Harleen’s dark and dangerous pieces begin finding their way to the surface again. The only way to stop the terror that haunts the halls of Arkham Asylum may be to let her darkness out. . . . Follow Harleen’s rise from anxious college student to ravenous, chaotic feminist icon in the second installment of the Harley Quinn origin story.

      Harley Quinn: Ravenous2023
      4,3
    • Harley Quinn: Reckoning

      • 400pages
      • 14 heures de lecture

      Traces Harleen Quinzel's journey from precocious, revenge-obsessed teenage girl to a hardcore justice-seeker on her way to becoming supervillain, Harley Quinn

      Harley Quinn: Reckoning2022
      4,2
    • The Summer of Impossibilities

      • 400pages
      • 14 heures de lecture

      Four mismatched girls spend an unforgettable summer together in this funny, heartfelt YA novel for fans of The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants--now in paperback Four girls are forced to spend the summer together when their moms reunite at their childhood lake house. Always-sunny Skyler is a softball star who's hiding how bad her joint pain has gotten. Always-stormy Scarlett, Skyler's twin, would much rather be hanging out with her boyfriend back home. Amelia Grace just wants to escape her conservative stepdad after he caught her kissing a girl. And homeschooled social-media star Ellie is just excited at the chance to make some friends IRL. The girls are facing a long few months together, until they find the remnants of a secret society whose rules included playing poker, wearing pearls, telling the truth . . . and accomplishing something impossible by the end of the summer. What happens next involves midnight boat rides, flaming marshmallows, sandbar parties, crushes and heartache, and a summer they'll never forget.

      The Summer of Impossibilities2020
      3,8
    • A Taxonomy of Love

      • 352pages
      • 13 heures de lecture

      A YA romance--with a sparkling commercial voice and a dash of science--that explores a relationship over six years The moment Spencer meets Hope the summer before seventh grade, it's something at first sight. The pair become fast friends, climbing trees and planning world travels. After years of being outshone by his older brother and teased because of his Tourette syndrome, Spencer finally feels like he belongs. But as Hope and Spencer get older and life gets messier, the clear label of "friend" gets messier, too. Through sibling feuds and family tragedies, new relationships and broken hearts, the two grow together and apart, and Spencer, an aspiring scientist, tries to map it all out using his trusty system of taxonomy. He wants to identify and classify their relationship, but in the end, he finds that life doesn't always fit into easy-to-manage boxes, and it's this messy complexity that makes life so rich and beautiful.

      A Taxonomy of Love2019
      3,8
    • Coast

      • 320pages
      • 12 heures de lecture

      Follow bestselling author and TV chef Rachel Allen as she journeys along the beautiful Atlantic coast of Ireland, delivering over 100 recipes collected from her culinary odyssey.

      Coast2015
      3,9
    • All Things Sweet

      • 270pages
      • 10 heures de lecture

      Collects one hundred recipes for homemade treats, everything from puddings and classic cakes to pastries, mousses, and ice creams, with tips on finishing touches and time-saving tricks.

      All Things Sweet2014
      3,9
    • Bring loved ones together with this collection of delicious and simple recipes that highlight the best of authentic Irish cooking. Over 100 recipes that offer the best in traditional and modern Irish cooking, from new twists on old classics to tried and tested recipes which have delighted many generations in Ireland and are sure to be favourites.

      Rachel's Irish Family Food2013
      3,9
    • Cake

      • 352pages
      • 13 heures de lecture

      Whether it's classic, tiered, or small cakes, Rachel Allen offers foolproof recipes for every occasion. Known for her expertise in home baking, Rachel provides easy-to-follow methods and thoughtful tips that have helped readers create stunning cakes and bakes consistently. From sponges and muffins to brownies and cheesecakes, her collection includes indulgent and healthier options, catering to all tastes—chocolaty, nutty, fruity, sweet, savory, and gluten-free. Explore timeless favorites like Victoria Sponge and Carrot Cake alongside innovative treats such as Beetroot Brownies and White Chocolate Macadamia Cake. Celebrate with festive delights like Caramel Yule Log and St. Patrick’s Day Guinness Cake, or enjoy everyday options like Raspberry Bakewell and Butterscotch Banana Cake. There are also adult cakes like Orange Cake with Campari Icing and fun children’s party favorites like Cake Pops. Rachel guides you through baking and decorating simple special occasion cakes, offering additional instructions for achieving professional quality. Whether for a golden anniversary, wedding, or birthday party, you'll never need to buy a cake again. This comprehensive collection features a variety of easy cakes, teatime treats, festive bakes, hearty puddings, and even free-from options. Plus, Rachel shares her best tips for decorating and icing, ensuring your creations look as good as they taste. Enjoy more baking with Rachel Allen!

      Cake2012
      4,1
    • Home cooking

      • 352pages
      • 13 heures de lecture

      In this, her sixth cookbook, Rachel shows how easy it is to feed your family great food, every day. From school run to bedtime, Rachel has suggestions that even the fussiest eater will love.

      Home cooking2009
      4,2
    • Bake

      • 287pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      Your best friend in the kitchen and bestselling author, Rachel Allen, is back with a collection of delicious and easy cakes and bakes, tarts and pies, quiches and casseroles from her brand new TV series.

      Bake2008
      4,1
    • Rachel's Food for Living

      • 240pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      Bestselling author and TV chef Rachel Allen is back with a celebration of favourite foods for making memories.

      Rachel's Food for Living2007
      4,2
    • Rachel's Favourite Food at Home

      • 240pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      This beautifully illustrated cookbook offers the delicious, inspiring, and easy-to-follow recipes for which Rachel Allen has become famous. Drawing on international influences, classic regional fare, and good old family favorites, this essential guide provides creative options for every occasion, whether you're planning a simple family meal, hosting a festive dinner for the entire clan, squeezing in a sneaky romantic meal for two, heading out for a picnic, or chilling out on the sofa with your favorite comfort food.

      Rachel's Favourite Food at Home2006
      4,0
    • Rachel's favourite food

      • 176pages
      • 7 heures de lecture

      Based on the RTE television series of the same name, Rachel's Favourite Food is an essential kitchen companion to everyone whose lifestyle demands flexibility, fresh thinking, good food - and all in a hurry.

      Rachel's favourite food2004
      4,3