A shapeshifting alien race invades the Marvel Universe in this exciting re-imagining of the bestselling comic book event from the author of one of its original tie-ins. WHO DO YOU TRUST? The shapeshifting alien race known as the Skrulls have infiltrated every branch of the Marvel Universe, from S.H.I.E.L.D., to the Avengers, and even interplanetary defence force S.W.O.R.D.As the New Avengers watch leader of the Hand, Elektra, transform into a Skrull after her death, they come to realise that an attack is coming, one that has been planned for many years. From heroes to villains, anyone could be a Skrull in disguise. Uncertain of who to trust, the team tries desperately to unite against an unseen foe. But it is too late. The invasion has begun. A crashed ship in the Savage Land. A prison break at the Raft. Thunderbolts Mountain under attack. And an armada of Skrull ships approaching Earth. Scattered and hopeless, heroes and villains alike must team up to fight a war they never saw coming, the fallout of which will change the face of the Marvel Universe as we know it. BASED ON THE BESTSELLING MARVEL EVENT BY BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS AND LEINIL FRANCIS YU.
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'This book is a fever dream, a mood, a spell, an entire climate filled with a particular kind of desert winter light - harsh, unsparing, and beautiful' Leslie Jamison, author of Splinters 'Astonishingly and chillingly prescient . . . a rare kind of writing where every page offers something to linger on' FT Eloise has known only two great loves: her husband, Lewis, and the desert. An academic living in Brooklyn, she is mesmerized by tales of the American Southwest, that paradise built on quicksand with less water every passing year. When the couple set out on a road trip tracing the course of the Colorado River, Eloise researches its lakes and dams, while Lewis grieves his mother in the prickly wasteland where he never felt quite at home. Together they cruise past gaping canyons, glittering casinos and motels gone to seed, travelling through the red-gold light of nearby wildfires. They are young and they have each other, and for a moment the whole world seems to shimmer with glorious possibility. But within the close confines of the car a chasm starts to open between them. This is a hauntingly beautiful love story about the mystery of other people - at once an excavation of a relationship, and an elegy for a desert running dry. PRAISE FOR ELEGY, SOUTHWEST: 'Exquisite'TLS 'Haunting and precise' Spectator 'Profound' Service95 'Astounding, heartbreaking, and important' Elvia Wilk 'Strikingly brilliant' Heidi Julavits 'An expansive, ambitious novel' Ellena Savage
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Tony Peake enjoyed unprecedented access to the visionary artist's archives in order to bring the extraordinary life of Derek Jarman to the page. This authorised and unique biography covers Jarman's story from the bleakness of post-war Britain and his RAF childhood, to student life at The Slade and his work as a designer, painter and filmmaker. It tells how energetic home filmmaking with dazzling friends led to distinctive feature films including Sebastiane, The Tempest, and Caravaggio. There were collaborations with the likes of Sir John Gielgud and Tilda Swinton and Jarman was also at the forefront of popular culture, producing distinctive music videos for Pet Shop Boys and The Smiths. Alongside his art and a significant body of writing, Jarman created a singular garden in the shingle surrounding Prospect Cottage at Dungeness in Kent, which has become a site of memorial, celebration and pilgrimage. He became known as an impassioned and provocative spokesperson not only for gay men, but for anyone oppressed by bigotry. Derek Jarman died of AIDS-related causes in February 1994 and Peake describes his inimitable courage and grace in the face of painful death, and the legacies Jarman left behind. With new contributions from Olivia Laing and Jon Savage.
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Savage ist ein SP Breed. Sein inneres Biest ist unruhig und wild, besonders seitdem eine neue Ärztin im Camp für schwere Fälle arbeitet. Dr. Christine Michael ist so schön wie unnahbar. Sie lässt Savage bei jeder Gelegenheit abblitzen, doch ein Breed gibt niemals auf, wenn es um seine Gefährtin geht. Wenn nur sein Biest nicht drohen würde, vollkommen außer Kontrolle zu geraten. Christine geht vollkommen in ihrem Beruf auf. Und ihr neuer Job auf Eden ist die Erfüllung ihres Wunschtraumes. Eine Beziehung zu einem ihrer Patienten stet vollkommen außer Frage. Auch wenn der SP Savage ihr Herz höher schlagen und ihr Blut sieden lässt, sie ist entschlossen, der Anziehung zwischen ihnen keine Beachtung zu schenken. Es würde auf Dauer ohnehin nicht gut gehen. Immerhin ist sie zehn Jahre älter als Savage. Sie lässt ihn wieder und wieder abblitzen, doch der Breed gibt einfach nicht auf. Wie lange, bis das Verlangen, welches er in ihr geweckt hat, größer wird als ihre guten Vorsätze?
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Maud Demille is a daughter of Innkeepers—a special group who provide 'lodging' to other-planetary visitors—so she knows that a simple life isn't in the cards. But even Maud could never have anticipated what Fate would throw at her. Once a wife to a powerful vampire knight, Maud and her young daughter, Helen, were exiled with him for his treachery to the desolate, savage planet of Karhari. Karhari killed her husband, and Maud—completely abandoned by his family—has spent over a year avenging his debts. Rescued by her sister Dina, she's sworn off all things vampire. Except... In helping Dina save the world, she met Arland, the Marshal of House Krahr, one of the most powerful vampire houses. One thing led to another and he asked for her hand in marriage. She declined. Arland is not used to hearing the word 'no;' and try as she might, Maud can't just walk away from Arland. It doesn't help that being human is a lot harder for Maud than being a vampire. To sort it all out, she accepts his invitation to visit his home planet. House Krahr is extremely influential and Maud knows that a woman—a human, with a very questionable past—who's turned down a proposal from its most beloved son won't get a warm reception. Maybe she's not sure about marrying Arland, but House Krahr isn't going to decide for her. Maud Demille has never run from a fight, and House Krahr will soon discover that there's a lot more to Maud than they're expecting.
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Set sail on a voyage of wit, wonder, and biting satire. The Adventure Collection by Jonathan Swift brings together the most celebrated and imaginative works of one of English literature's sharpest minds. Known for his fearless humor, political insight, and visionary storytelling, **Swift crafts adventures that entertain while making you think. From shipwrecks and strange lands to philosophical riddles and savage social critique, Swift's tales combine fantasy with razor-edged realism—forever changing how we understand satire and storytelling. Included in This Collection: Gulliver's Travels – A timeless classic that lampoons politics, science, and human nature through extraordinary voyages A Modest Proposal – One of the most famous and shocking satires ever written The Battle of the Books – A brilliant parody on literary criticism and the value of ancient texts A Tale of a Tub – Swift's bold satire on religion, literature, and corruption Plus select letters and essays offering deeper insight into Swift's genius Swift's writing is as thought-provoking today as it was in the 18th century—brimming with irony, imagination, and fearless truth-telling. Why Readers Still Read Jonathan Swift: "His wit slices through centuries—still funny, still biting." "Gulliver's Travels isn't just fantasy—it's political, philosophical, and brilliant." "No one skewers human folly like Swift." Perfect for fans of classic literature, satire, and thought-provoking adventure, this collection is a must-have for every serious reader. Add The Adventure Collection by Jonathan Swift to your library today—and voyage into the mind of a true literary pioneer.
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Set during the Klondike Gold Rush, The Call of the Wild follows Buck, a domestic dog, who is stolen from his comfortable home and thrust into the brutal wilderness. As he faces savage conditions and cruel masters, Buck's primal instincts awaken, leading him to embrace his wild ancestry. A tale of survival, transformation, and the irresistible pull of nature, Jack London's classic novel explores the deep bond between man and beast, and the call of the untamed wild.
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"Live the romance. Read Loretta Chase" –Christina DoddNew York Times bestselling, award-winning author Loretta Chase's first full length Regency Historical Romance!Gorgeous, stubborn Esme Brentmor, daughter of a disgraced lord, is used to a wild, dangerous life among the tribes of Albania, to whom her father is the legendary, controversial Red Lion whose death she's courageously vowed to avenge –even if it leads to her own. Instead, her quest finds her rescued by the most unlikely (and very reluctant) hero!Lazy and spoiled, Lord Varian St. George has gambled away his heritage and lives on his considerable looks, charm and wits. All he wants is the good life, and instead, he finds himself in rough country, with a tempestuous whirlwind of a female who's as savage as he's civilized. How did this termagant become his responsibility? And how can he escape?! Yet as he and Esme plunge headlong into even more peril, he may surprise even his own jaded self and become the man that Esme (foolishly) believes he is!
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