Linda Holeman Knihy

Detektiv Harry Bosch zvažuje odchod do důchodu, ale nové případy mu dodávají energii. Na stole má dva případy: dvacet let starý, který se znovu otevírá díky novým zjištěním, a politicky citlivý případ, který vyžaduje jeho pozornost. S heslem „Buď záleží na všech, nebo nezáleží na nikom“ se pouští do vyšetřování, které se brzy prolnou a odhalí mocné síly, které mu stojí v cestě. V roce 1930 opouští třicetiletá Sidonie O’Sheová Ameriku a pluje do Maroka, aby hledala svou ztracenou lásku. Jako oběť dětské obrny žila dosud jako tichá šedá myška, ale nyní se chystá zažít nový život. Její cesta ji zavede do Marrákeše, kde objevuje tajemství, nebezpečí a vášeň, a především sama sebe. Patnáctiletá Kaťja a dvanáctiletá Elena se ocitají v nehostinném Dartmooru, kde je jejich otec hledá. Zoufalý rodič se obrací na bývalého policistu Daniela Whelana, který se dostává do riskantní situace. S německým ovčákem Tazem se pouští do pátrání na vlastní pěst, přičemž ohrožuje nejen svůj život, ale i životy bezbranných dívek. Dawson Cole se vrací do rodného města Oriental v Severní Karolíně, aby zařídil pohřeb svého přítele Tucka. Po dvaceti letech se musí vyrovnat s temnými tajemstvími minulosti, včetně nebezpečného příbuzenstva a vzpomínek na dávnou lásku Amandu. Smrt přítele ho nutí čelit minulosti a novým emocím.

Exploring the intricacies of family dynamics, the short stories in Flying to Yellow delve into the nuances of relationships shaped by blood ties, love, and necessity. They capture the unspoken emotions and subtle interactions that characterize our roles as children, siblings, parents, and lovers, revealing the delicate connections that hold families together.

This engaging and exotic novel is ideal for reading groups and will captivate fans of THE ISLAND.

Set against a backdrop that spans the Afghan plains, tropical India, and the gritty streets of London, the novel follows a 19th-century woman cursed by a jealous tribeswoman. Her journey to Victorian England becomes a gripping tale of resilience and survival as she navigates diverse cultures and challenges in her quest for a new life. The richly detailed narrative captures the complexities of her experiences and the stark contrasts between her origins and her new environment.

India, 1839: Linny Gow, a respectable young wife and mother, settles down to write her life story. To outside appearances Linny is the perfect Raj wife: beautiful, gracious, subservient. But appearances can be very deceptive ... Born into direst poverty in Liverpool, Linny escapes the life of prostitution her stepfather has forced her into, transforms herself into a young lady, and escapes to India, where the British Raj is in its infancy. There she will find heartache and suffering, but also true love and - perhaps most precious of all - freedom. But how did Linny achieve all this? And what has she sacrificed along the way? Most importantly, is this the end of Linny's journey, or is her story not yet over? THE LINNET BIRD is an enthralling tale of one young girl's destiny and her struggle for happiness and survival.

Recognized in the 2004 YALSA Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults, this book offers engaging themes that resonate with young readers. It combines relatable characters with a compelling narrative, exploring issues relevant to adolescence. The story captures the essence of youth, making it a significant addition to any young adult's reading list.

Set in 1900, the story follows 14-year-old Rosetta and her younger sister Flora, who leave England for Canada as "home girls" in search of a family. Their hopes are dashed when Flora is adopted while Rosetta, considered too old, is assigned to work on a farm, separating them. This poignant tale explores themes of family, loss, and resilience as Rosetta navigates her new life away from her sister.

A sensational, exotic, epic, packed with intrigue and secrets; this is commercial historical fiction at its best.