Elizabeth May Livres

Examines the causes of climate change, discussing how it affects everyday life and what readers can do to make a difference

The long-awaited final book in the Falconer trilogy is an imaginative tour-de-force that will thrill fans of the series. Aileana Kameron, resurrected by ancient fae magic, returns to the world she once knew with no memory of her past and with dangerous powers she struggles to control. Desperate to break the curse that pits two factions of the fae against each other in a struggle that will decide the fate of the human and fae worlds, her only hope is hidden in an ancient book guarded by the legendary Morrigan, a faery of immense power and cruelty. To save the world and the people she loves, Aileana must learn to harness her dark new powers even as they are slowly destroying her. Packed with immersive detail, action, romance, and fae lore, and publishing simultaneously in the UK, The Fallen Kingdom brings the Falconer's story to an epic and unforgettable conclusion.

Set against the backdrop of a crumbling empire, the story follows abandoned civilians struggling to survive after the Roman legions march off to distant battles. As enemies invade their towns, the remaining inhabitants face starvation and violence. A retired soldier and his family take refuge in an old cavalry fort, where they are joined by a village headman and a brewer with his daughter. Together, they must navigate the harsh realities of survival and forge a new community amidst the chaos.

After the ambush to the Novantae resistance, the survivors scatter across the galaxy. Then Ariadne receives a message: the Oracle has gone rogue. The AI wants One's daughter back and will do anything to get her. The seven devils realize they must get to the heart of the Empire and destroy the Oracle, no matter the sacrifice.

When we last saw her, Aileana Kameron, the Falconer, disappeared through the fae portal that she was trying to close forever. When she escapes and reenters the human world, she finds her beloved city—indeed, the entire world—has been destroyed, and the fae world itself is slowly dying. Somehow Aileana is the key to preserving both worlds—but how? This much-anticipated second chapter in the Falconer trilogy "combines vivid world-building with action-packed fight sequences" (School Library Journal) "and a cliffhanger ending ensures that readers will follow Aileana to the very end of this trilogy" (The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books).

The book chronicles a 12-year battle to protect a unique global ecosystem known as "Canada's Galapagos" from logging. Originally published in 1990, the updated edition provides an in-depth look at the environmental and social challenges faced by activists and the impact of their efforts on conservation. Through vivid storytelling, it highlights the importance of preserving biodiversity and the resilience of those fighting for ecological justice.

The narrative intertwines memoir and manifesto, showcasing Elizabeth May's evolution from a child activist alerting peers about environmental dangers to her roles as a waitress, law student, lawyer, and environmental advocate. It captures her journey to becoming the leader of the Green Party and the first elected Green Party MP, highlighting her insights on democracy and climate change. Through personal anecdotes, May emphasizes the pivotal experiences and influential figures that shaped her convictions on pressing issues facing Canadians.

Set in the tumultuous fifth century, the story follows Quintus, a veteran who lost an arm in battle, as he embarks on a journey to escort a princess to Ireland. Along the way, he encounters historical figures like St. Patrick, Niall of the Nine Hostages, and Count Constantinus, intertwining his fate with the decline of the Western Roman Empire. As he navigates this dynamic landscape, Quintus’s choices significantly influence the future of Western Europe, showcasing the impact of individual actions on history.

"A riveting world, a fierce heroine, and electrifying action--I burned through this sparkling debut!" —Sarah J. Maas, New York Times bestselling author Edinburgh, 1844. Beautiful Aileana Kameron only looks the part of an aristocratic young lady. In fact, she's spent the year since her mother died developing her ability to sense the presence of sìthichean, a faery race bent on slaughtering humans. She has a secret mission: to destroy the faery who murdered her mother. But when she learns she's a Falconer, the last in a line of female warriors and the sole hope of preventing a powerful faery population from massacring all of humanity, her quest for revenge gets a whole lot more complicated. Now in paperback, this electrifying thriller—the first volume of a trilogy from an exciting new voice in young adult fantasy—blends romance and action with steampunk technology and Scottish lore in a deliciously addictive read. Dying for more? Don't worry, you don't have to wait to continue reading! Book two in The Falconer Trilogy, The Vanishing Throne is available now. Book three, The Fallen Kingdom is available for preorder.