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Children of Time
Winner of the 30th anniversary Arthur C. Clarke Award for Best Novel.Adrian Tchaikovksy's critically acclaimed novel Children of Time, is the epic story of humanity's battle for survival on a terraformed planet.Who will inherit this new Earth? The last remnants of the human race left a dying Earth, desperate to find a new home among the stars. Following in the footsteps of their ancestors, they discover the greatest treasure of the past age - a world terraformed and prepared for human life.But all is not right in this new Eden. In the long years since the planet was abandoned, the work of its architects has borne disastrous fruit. The planet is not waiting for them, pristine and unoccupied. New masters have turned it from a refuge into mankind's worst nightmare.Now two civilizations are on a collision course, both testing the boundaries of what they will do to survive. As the fate of humanity hangs in the balance, who are the true heirs of this new Earth?'Children of Time is a joy from start to finish. Entertaining, smart, surprising and unexpectedly human.' - Patrick Ness, author of A Monster Calls.- Shop: buecher
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The Spy Witch Collection: Magic and Mayhem Universe (eBook, ePUB)
The Spy Witch collection series by Scarlet Le Clair contains sassy, crazy familiars, funny magical blunders and even an undead soulmate! In these three magical tales that will take you on a fantastic adventure. Spy Witch Collection If the MBI's most wanted man doesn't kill her then her clumsiness just might!Agent Anna Devamtha has to deal with many obstacles in her life as a desk agent in the Magical Bureau of Investigation, including secrets, moles, a talent for extreme clumsiness and a familiar cat who rather enjoys rare expensive arowena goldfish as his dinner.Follow Anna and Beau on two magical, mysterious adventures in a race against the clock to retrieve powerful magical artifacts, turn Zombie sheep back to normal and ensure no more magical mishaps happen. Ariadne and the Cod Father.One wish + One Dead Soulmate = One hilarious trip to visit the Cod Father.Join Ariadne as she races across the country to visit the Cod Father. The one being they believe can bring her ancient old soulmate, Prince Rhodri back to life.But true love never runs smoothly and Ariadne ends up with way more than she bargained for including a long dead mother in law back from the grave.- Shop: buecher
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Children of Time (eBook, ePUB)
Winner of the 30th anniversary Arthur C. Clarke Award for Best Novel.Adrian Tchaikovksy's critically acclaimed novel Children of Time, is the epic story of humanity's battle for survival on a terraformed planet.Who will inherit this new Earth? The last remnants of the human race left a dying Earth, desperate to find a new home among the stars. Following in the footsteps of their ancestors, they discover the greatest treasure of the past age - a world terraformed and prepared for human life.But all is not right in this new Eden. In the long years since the planet was abandoned, the work of its architects has borne disastrous fruit. The planet is not waiting for them, pristine and unoccupied. New masters have turned it from a refuge into mankind's worst nightmare.Now two civilizations are on a collision course, both testing the boundaries of what they will do to survive. As the fate of humanity hangs in the balance, who are the true heirs of this new Earth?'Children of Time is a joy from start to finish. Entertaining, smart, surprising and unexpectedly human.' - Patrick Ness, author of A Monster Calls.- Shop: buecher
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Trial by Fae: Dragon's Gift: The Dark Fae, Book 1 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 336min
I work as a demon slayer, so I lead a simple life slaughtering monsters. As long as no one learns that I’m descended from a forbidden line of Dragon Bloods, I can keep my job and my life.But when a powerful fae king realizes I’m his fated mate, I’ve got problems. Especially since A, he hates me, and B, he learns my secret. It puts my whole life at risk, and there's one solution.... I must kill my mate.The stars align when my employers send me to the fae kingdom to compete in the Trials of the Fae. My real goal? Investigate the king for the murder of hundreds.But the king only has eyes only for me, even when I’m in disguise. He senses that I’m his mate, and our attraction is off the charts. No matter how much we mistrust each other, we can't stay apart. But when he realizes what I’m up to, there will be hell to pay. That is, if I survive. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Laurel Schroeder. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/158252/bk_acx0_158252_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Power of Positive Thinking , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 41min
Positive thinking is all about seeing the positive side of everything. It is an emotional and mental attitude focusing on the bright side of life and giving up negativity. The ones who substitute negative thoughts for positive thoughts are successful in life most of the times. Positive Psychology focuses on positivity and optimism, but at times one has to think on a realistic level. Positive thinking mentality can attract good health, happiness, success while making one courageous that he/she may overcome any of the obstacles, calamities, or difficulties in life.But, unfortunately, it is not followed or embraced by all. There are those who consider positive thinking to be nonsense and so there are so many suicidal cases. People give up hopes, aspirations, and embrace negative thoughts to doubt their abilities and finally giving up their lives. It is said that success starts from the moment one starts thinking positively. The popularity of positive thinking is on the rise and that is why there are so many lectures, books, and courses solely dedicated to positive thinking. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Tracy Tupman. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/161653/bk_acx0_161653_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Finding Hope: A Birthmother's Journey Into the Light , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 180min
At 21-years-- old, Hope O Baker made one of the hardest decisions a person can make: She placed her son for adoption. She lived with her son's adoptive mother while she was pregnant and pursued an open adoption. After her son was born, Hope tried to resume her life.But the difficulty of letting her child go gnawed at Hope. Even though she had it together on the outside - graduating college and excelling in her career - on the inside she was battling a destructive cycle of depression and addiction. When life was at its darkest, Hope managed to find her way back to the light. It's a journey she continues to this day.Now, in this love letter to her son, Hope shows how messy and chaotically beautiful adoption can be, by sharing the authentic details of her remarkable story. From her struggles, you'll see how community can help you rebuild and be reminded of how important it is to find your voice and speak up for what you need when life hands you unexpected difficulties. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Hope O Baker. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/167009/bk_acx0_167009_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Hope Nicely's Lessons for Life
I don't have any friends, only dog ones, because they don't make you do bad things. I don't want any human friends, actually. It's for the bestHope Nicely hasn't had an easy life.But she's happy enough living at 23 Station Close with her mum, Jenny Nicely, and she loves her job, walking other people's dogs. She's a bit different, but as Jenny always tells her, she's a rainbow person, a special drop of light.It's just . . . there's something she needs to know. Why did her birth mother abandon her in a cardboard box on a church step twenty-five years ago? And did she know that drinking while pregnant could lead to Hope being born with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder?In a bid to find her birth mother and the answers to these questions, Hope decides to write her autobiography. Despite having been bullied throughout school, Hope bravely joins an evening class where Hope will not only learn the lessons of writing, but will also begin to discover more about the world around her, about herself and even make some (human) friends.But when Jenny suddenly falls ill, Hope realises there are many more lessons to come . . .Hope Nicely's Lessons for Life is a heartwarming, coming-of-age novel about loneliness, friendship, acceptance and, above all, hope.- Shop: buecher
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Robin Williams: A Biography of the Legendary Comedian , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 300min
Robin Williams was a legendary actor and comedian, famous for his stand-up routines and places in countless Hollywood blockbusters. Now, in this audiobook of his incredible biography, you’ll get an inside look at the life of this much-loved individual.Detailing everything from his early years to the golden days, you’ll learn about Robin’s most memorable performances, the height of his career, and the classic roles we know and love him for today. With mention of the countless friends he made along with way, like Christopher Reeves and Whoopi Goldberg, Robin Williams: A Biography of the Legendary Comedian gives a detailed and enlightening account of Robin’s life.But you’ll also get a glimpse into the more tragic side of his story - the divorces and infidelity, his alcohol and drug problems which led to extensive rehab, and his struggles with mental health and bipolar disorder. This, combined with health problems and mounting pressures, led to the sudden and unexpected end which shocked the world.But don’t let the sorrowful end drag you down - this book is a celebration of Robin’s life and achievements throughout his long career and a testament to how his work and life helped shape a generation. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Kevin Kollins. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/172549/bk_acx0_172549_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Love Bleeds: Thicker than Water, Book 2 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 518min
I used to think vampires were the stuff of fiction. Now my brother has a baby with fangs and there's bottles of blood in our fridge, so obviously, I was wrong about that. It's not the only thing I was wrong about, either. I'm a nerd, I'm supposed to be smart, but honestly? I'm starting to realize I can be pretty darn clueless.For one, I never realized that my best friend was in love with me. Not until after he died in a vampire attack. To protect me.His death shattered my whole world. Seeing him again is like a miracle.Even if he has fangs now.Even if he doesn't remember his own past - or me.His new name is Crimson, and he's not who he used to be. I know that, really, I do. But I have to believe that I can remind him of all the memories we shared, all the years we spent together, geeking out over our favorite games and TV-shows.Because when he kisses me, I feel whole again.I don't get it. I've been straight my entire life.But maybe that's just one more thing I was wrong about? ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: John Solo. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/196999/bk_acx0_196999_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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One Way Home: Whispers of Grace, Book 2 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 636min
She’s hanging by a string - with only one chance left.A recovering alcoholic and longtime widow, Sharon has struggled to build a new life. She’s made amends with her only daughter, Cassie, who’s been through a treacherous divorce. Cassie’s daughter, Renee, too young to understand her grandmother’s earlier mistakes, has become the light of Sharon’s life.But Sharon can’t seem to escape from her past. Her mother’s deathbed confession haunts her. Convinced the answer to truly overcoming her addiction lies with her biological father, Sharon sends off a DNA test in the hope of finding him. When the results of the test aren’t as revealing as Sharon anticipates, she and Cassie team up to find the truth.Meanwhile, an old flame shows up. Sharon doesn’t think she can ever love again, but what Johnny offers seems like a dream come true. His charm and kindness shine so bright, Sharon can almost believe he’s changed.As the search for her father continues to frustrate and tensions escalate with Cassie, Sharon wonders if leaving it all behind for a life with Johnny will save her crumbling heart.Will the truth set Sharon free? Or it will it be the final blow to her sobriety? ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Terah Tucker. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/235243/bk_acx0_235243_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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