Katherine Hill Ordine dei libri

In a whimsical adventure, Gogo discovers an upside-down umbrella that leads to unexpected journeys and delightful surprises. As Gogo navigates through enchanting landscapes, the story explores themes of imagination and curiosity. Each new experience encourages readers to embrace the magic of the ordinary and find joy in the unexpected. With vibrant illustrations and engaging storytelling, this tale captivates young audiences, inspiring them to see the world from a fresh perspective.

Exploring the highs and lows of a star football player's journey, the narrative intertwines themes of joy, sorrow, and the sacrifices made for the sport. Drawing parallels to the emotional depth of "A Visit From the Goon Squad" and the intensity of "Friday Night Lights," it delves into the personal struggles and triumphs that shape the athlete's life, highlighting the impact of football on identity and relationships.

In the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, radical women's movements and the avant-gardes were often in contact with one another. Jill Richards argues that these movements were deeply interconnected. Rather than focus on the demand for the vote, The Fury Archives turns to the daily practices and social worlds of feminist action.

In The Ferrante Letters, four critics create a series of epistolary readings of the Neapolitan Quartet that also develops new ways of reading and thinking together. In a series of intertwined, original, and daring readings of Elena Ferrante's work and her fictional world, they strike a tone that falls between the seminar and the book club.

Cassandra Green ist als Bildhauerin erfolgreich, ihr Mann Abe ist Arzt und ihre Tochter studiert in Harvard. Nach einem Streit, der zu jahrelanger Funkstille führt, treffen sie sich wieder, als Cassandras Vater stirbt. Die Geschichte beleuchtet die Herausforderungen ihrer Beziehung nach zwanzig Jahren.

Cassandra Green has everything - beauty, wealth, a loving husband and a clever daughter. But is it enough? Cassandra and her husband Abe are on the deck of their boat on a summer afternoon in the San Francisco Bay. There is a terrible row. Cassandra has been unfaithful. Again. In a fit of rage, Abe throws himself off the boat.So begins The Violet Hour, an unsettling story of a marriage, of rich lives and the American dream, squandered. In this mesmerising novel, Katherine Hill reveals our darkest desires and how we can so easily tear the threads of the perfect life.

From that first angelic role in the nativity play to that first love, from broken hearts and best friendships to school bullies, life as a parent is an emotional roller coaster. And amidst the practical chaos of finding swimming goggles, making packed lunches, cleaning out the rabbit and refereeing sibling squabbles, many of us long for help, for a little wisdom to help us do the job well. Here is that help! Wisdom in stories and bite-sized chapters to help navigate this challenging season of parenting and family life - sayings to read in a few minutes while waiting for the kettle to boil, to commit to memory and draw upon at a second's notice, and hilarious cartoons to bring a smile. So put the kettle on, make a cup of tea, turn the page, and if you forget everything else as a parent, remember this...

Exploring the emotional turmoil of a fractured marriage and family, this debut novel captivates with its poignant storytelling. The author, an award-winning young talent, skillfully delves into the complexities of relationships, drawing readers into a gripping narrative filled with raw emotions and compelling character dynamics.

Ein Segelboot in der Bucht von San Francisco. Cassandra Green könnte glücklich sein: Endlich hat sie als Bildhauerin Erfolg, ihr Mann Abe ist ein renommierter Arzt, ihre Tochter Elizabeth wird in Harvard Medizin studieren. Doch was ist nach zwanzig Jahren von ihrer Liebe zu Abe geblieben? Ein unbedachtes Wort, und der Streit eskaliert. Voller Zorn springt Abe ins Meer und schwimmt an Land. Jahrelang sehen die beiden sich nicht wieder – bis plötzlich Cassandras Vater stirbt. Während Hurrikan Katrina New Orleans verwüstet, kommt die ganze Familie zur Trauerfeier in Washington zusammen. Und im Chaos der Gefühle, Gedanken und Erinnerungen scheint auf einmal ein Neuanfang möglich. Klar, präzise und eindringlich erzählt Katherine Hill die Geschichte einer Familie, die durch ein tragisches Ereignis wieder zusammenfindet.