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Imogen EdwardsJones

    Imogen EdwardsJones
    The Witch's Daughter
    Tuscany for Beginners
    Fashion Babylon
    Beach Babylon
    Air Babylon
    Hotel Babylon
    • Have You Got Anything Stronger?

      A sharp and furiously funny must-read about family life

      • 400 stránok
      • 14 hodin čítania

      The narrative explores the lives of four friends grappling with the complexities of marriage, parenthood, and careers. As they confront their chaotic realities, they reflect on their choices, questioning their relationships and personal fulfillment. With humor and candor, the story delves into their struggles, from the meaning of love and friendship to the small comforts they seek in daily life, all while pondering whether they will ever find a moment of peace amidst the chaos.

      Have You Got Anything Stronger?2023
      3,5
    • The Witch's Daughter

      • 496 stránok
      • 18 hodin čítania

      An epic story of love, tragedy and the loss of innocence, set against the background of the Russian Revolution after the murder of Rasputin.It is 1916 and Rasputin has finally been killed by those who have long feared his influence over Tsar Nicholas and Tsarina Alexandra. But for Princess Militza, famed as one of the 'Witches of St Petersburg', and her daughter Nadezhda, life is about to become extremely dangerous. Revolution is bubbling and with it will come the murder of the Romanov imperial family. Now the rest of the court is also on the run, fleeing from the mob.Against this violent and turbulent backdrop, Nadezhda, the witch's daughter, finds in exile and captivity, an extraordinary and unlikely love. They say nothing heals like the heart, but as the Red Army marches south and the remnants of the Russian court finds itself trapped in the Crimea, with their backs to the sea, Nadezhda and her beloved Prince Orlov must take the gamble of their lives.

      The Witch's Daughter2023
      3,6
    • Belgravia

      • 432 stránok
      • 16 hodin čítania

      FROM THE CREATOR OF DOWNTON ABBEY and THE GILDED AGE 'A modern classic that will fill any Downton-shaped hole' Daily Express It is the evening of 15 June 1815, and the Duchess of Richmond has thrown a magnificent ball in Brussels for the Duke of Wellington. The guests include James and Anne Trenchard - who have made their money in trade - along with their beautiful daughter Sophia. When the Trenchards move into the fashionable new area of Belgravia some twenty-five years later, they are surrounded by some of London society's most influential families. But something happened that night of the ball, so long ago, that threatens their new status. Because behind Belgravia's magnificent doors is a world of secrets, gossip and intrigue. 'Stunning' Mail on Sunday 'Written with brio, the novel races along with all the page-turning suspense of a thriller' Woman & Home 'A jolly romp about Fellowes's favourite subject, class' Sunday Times 'Immersive and intriguing' Stylist

      Belgravia2016
      3,7
    • Restaurant Babylon

      • 384 stránok
      • 14 hodin čítania

      What makes a restaurant hot? Why else do some chefs drive themselves crazy in pursuit of elusive Michelin stars, when in reality all they're doing is 'making someone else's tea'? So please do sit down, pour yourself some heavily marked-up wine and make yourself comfortable (although we'll need that table back by 8.30 sharp).

      Restaurant Babylon2014
      3,5
    • Hospital Babylon

      • 384 stránok
      • 14 hodin čítania

      Hospital Babylon is an in-depth, amusing and highly insightful expose of the extraordinary world of modern medicine. Doctors who sleep with patients. Doctors who suck fat, pump up breasts, plump lips and lengthen penises. As well as the doctor who makes a fortune doing buttock enlargements in the Caribbean.

      Hospital Babylon2011
      3,8
    • Wedding Babylon

      • 384 stránok
      • 14 hodin čítania

      Following a week in the life of a busy wedding planner, and based entirely on true but anonymous stories, Wedding Babylon takes you to the heart of an industry where emotions run high, money flows like champagne and GBP3,000 cakes are made of polystyrene.

      Wedding Babylon2010
      3,4
    • Pop Babylon

      • 384 stránok
      • 14 hodin čítania

      How do you make it as a pop star?Tracking a year in the making of a brand-new boy band, Pop Babylon is pure, unadulterated reading pleasure - stuffed with stories about pop's most demanding divas, which jocks do shock and just how long you can chop a line of cocaine.

      Pop Babylon2008
      3,1
    • Beach Babylon

      • 312 stránok
      • 11 hodin čítania

      How does it feel to live and work in the world's most beautiful and luxurious tropical island resort, surrounded by white sandy beaches and aquamarine seas? How does it feel to be in the lap of luxury when you're thousands of miles from anywhere else? And when the guests are some of the richest and most demanding people in the world, where do you find the energy every day to smile, smile and smile again? Beach Babylon takes you behind the scenes at a five-star tropical island resort. Do all the stories which take place behind the closed doors of the exclusive spa have happy endings? What do the world's richest people expect from room service during their fortnight in paradise? What does the windsurfing instructor do to keep sane after hours? In the bestselling tradition of her previous Babylon books, Imogen Edwards-Jones investigates the rivalries and alliances between the staff at a resort where pandering to the guests' most extravagant whims is de rigueur. With a cast of millionaires, celebrities, hangers-on and prostitutes, Beach Babylon takes you to a world where extreme luxury is the norm and where excess somehow isn't always enough...

      Beach Babylon2007
      3,4
    • Fashion Babylon

      • 320 stránok
      • 12 hodin čítania

      What is fashion? Who decides what's in or out? Why do trends shift from green to blue? Why do some little black dresses cost thousands while others are affordable? Is the catwalk as cutthroat as it seems? What elevates a supermodel or a designer to iconic status? Who profits in this glamorous world, and what are the underlying dynamics of power and rivalry? Following the success of HOTEL BABYLON and AIR BABYLON, this exploration delves deep into the fashion industry. It chronicles six months in a designer's life, starting from the conclusion of a catwalk show, detailing the journey of a collection from concept to runway, retail, and magazine covers. Discover the attendees of fashion shows, their seating arrangements, and the influential connections needed to gain access. Meet the characters in this high-stakes environment where women earn substantial sums just for dressing up, and a single misstep can derail a career. This witty and insightful narrative reveals the financial intricacies, seasonal cycles, and the commerce behind one of the most lucrative and enigmatic industries, catering to both casual fashion enthusiasts and dedicated aficionados alike.

      Fashion Babylon2006
      3,4