Autorka sa k písaniu dostala cez rôznorodé profesie, ktoré obohatili jej pohľad na svet. Jej literárna dráha zahŕňa diplomatické služby v zahraničí a doktorandské štúdium literatúry anglického romantizmu. Tieto skúsenosti pretavuje do diel, ktoré sa často dotýkajú tém konfliktov a ich humanitárnych dôsledkov, čo je oblasť jej hlbokého záujmu. Jej jedinečný štýl, formovaný širokým rozhľadom, ponúka čitateľom podmanivé a podnetné príbehy.
When Tashi, the rigidly formal sixteen-year-old Fourth Crown Princess of the Blue Crescent Islands, reluctantly weds roguish eighteen-year-old Prince Ramil of Gerfal, their religious, cultural, and personal differences threaten to end their political alliance and put both countries at the mercy of a fearsome warlord.
Malý David Jones má rád lodě, a ještě raději vyrábí jejich modely v lahvích. Jeho poslední výtvor, Zlatá jehla, je opravdu povedený. Když se v noci David ocitne na palubě mezi piráty, myslí si samozřejmě v první chvíli, že se mu to jen zdá. Brzy ale zjistí, že jde o skutečnost a stává se proti své vůli součástí velkého dobrodružství v boji o zlatou nit, pomocí níž loď Zlatá jehla svazuje dohromady všechny existující světy, aby unikly jisté záhubě.
Most of us are doomed to knowing there's something better out there but we can't discover it. What would you do if the hottest guy in school turned out to be your perfect match - your soulfinder? Sky is the shy English girl, new to the American high school in Wickenridge, and she's about to surprise everyone - most of all herself.
Mythical creatures still exist, hidden from the modern world by a secret society determined to keep these wild and mysterious creatures safe from those who wish to destroy them.
In this adventurous tale, Harriet the tortoise and Milton the cat embark on a time-travel journey to explore the origins of science in the ancient world. Readers will join them as they experience the wonders of Mesopotamian astronomy, participate in a unique Greek talent show focused on scientific achievements, and encounter the renowned mathematician Pythagoras. This engaging narrative blends history with fun, making science accessible and entertaining for young readers.
Embark on a time-traveling adventure with Harriet, Darwin's tortoise, and Milton, Schrodinger's cat, as they explore the intersection of science and religion. Throughout their journey, they encounter iconic Victorian scientists and delve into profound questions about the universe's origins and the existence of God. The narrative highlights the ongoing dialogue between faith and scientific inquiry, inviting readers to ponder whether science diminishes the need for belief or if faith can complement discovery. Written by award-winning author Julia Golding.
Originally published: England: Oxford University Press, 2010.
'After years of bringing bad luck to others, it looked like I’d finally dumped the whole ice bucket of it on my own head.'Bitter is cursed with bad luck. Spend more than ten minutes in her company and things will not go well for you. Found on the roadside as a child, with no memory of where she came from, she lives with a traveling company of hedge witches who have made it their mission to steal from the Fey and do as much damage as they can before they are caught. Her past as Finch, the last of the three cursed sisters, has been forgotten.Tempted to do one last heist, Bitter fears the hedge witches' luck is about to run out as they take on one of the most powerful Fey families, the Silverbecks, in their ancient stronghold in northern England. Her own fortune takes a turn when she meets the youngest son of the family, Wulf, who is determined to trap the elusive girl in the red hoodie. What none of them know is that she carries the secret to the survival of the Fey world.The race is will the Dark or Light Fey find her first?Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Holly Black and Charlie N. Holmberg.
Amongst the secret and lies, will love survive? Summer lives under a terrible shadow. It drains her, manipulates her and threatens to steal her future. A high-stakes mission offers a temporary escape. She must use her mind-shadowing abilities to hunt down her target and find the truth. HalRobinson is a soldier. He does not get distracted. He wins. But what Hal wants begins to shift once he meets Summer. They must learn to trust each other if they are going to protect the Savant community. But will their secrets allow them to find a happy ending of their own? A stunning new novel fromthe best-selling author of Finding Sky, Stealing Phoenix, and Seeking Crystal.Heart-pounding romance from the recipient of the 2015 Romantic Novel of the Year Award, mixed with a thrilling mystery and a spine-tingling hint of the supernatural, Summer Shadows is perfect for fans of Maggie Stiefvater, Meg Cabot, and Josephine Angelini.
A funny and informative book with humorous illustrations about unravelling scientific and religious beliefs.