Jennifer Niven Poradie kníh (chronologicky)

A simmering psychological thriller unfolds at an elite New England boarding school, where a dead teacher's mysterious demise intertwines with the lives of eight students chosen for an exclusive storytelling workshop led by the enigmatic Meredith Graffam. Over sixteen days in a secluded estate, surrounded by snowy woods and tumultuous seas, these students vie for a life-changing opportunity to fulfill their creative aspirations. Each participant—Effy, the orphan; Isaac, the legacy; Ness, the wallflower; Ramon, the outsider; and Arlo, whose unexpected arrival disrupts Effy’s world—has a compelling reason to be there. Graffam’s unconventional teaching methods push the students to their limits, unearthing dark secrets and igniting rivalries. As tensions rise, the group begins to fracture, with Graffam ultimately becoming the target of their mounting animosity. This gripping tale delves into the hidden monsters within society's upper echelons and explores the quest for redemption amid betrayal and ambition. A standout dark academia thriller that captivates with its intricate web of rivalry and romance, revealing the lengths individuals will go to achieve their dreams.

Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1964 Los Angeles, the story explores the lives of America's beloved TV family, the Newmans. As their seemingly perfect lives begin to crack under pressure, the stakes rise with their show's renewal looming and a tragic accident affecting one of the family members. The narrative delves into themes of fame, family dynamics, and the challenges of maintaining an idealized image in the face of adversity.

Ezra Ahern wakes up one day to find his older sister, Bea, gone. No note, no sign, nothing but an email address hidden somewhere only he would find it. Ezra never expected to be left behind with their abusive stepfather and their neglectful mother - how is he supposed to navigate life without Bea? Bea Ahern already knew she needed to get as far away from home as possible. But a message in her inbox changes everything, and she finds herself alone in a new city - without Ez, without a real plan - chasing someone who might not even want to be found. As things unravel at home for Ezra, Bea confronts secrets about their past that will forever change the way they think about their family. Together and apart, broken by abuse but connected by love, this brother and sister must learn to trust themselves before they can find a way back to each other.

Claudine Henryová mala pred nástupom na vysokú školu smelé plány. Posledné leto chcela stráviť s najlepšou priateľkou, vydať sa na dobrodružný výlet a možno si konečne vyraziť so svojou platonickou láskou Wyattom Jonesom. Namiesto toho musí riešiť spúšť, ktorú napáchal jej otec, keď sa rozhodol odísť od rodiny. Jej svet sa tak razom zmení na jedno veľké klamstvo. Claudine sa musí zo dňa na deň odsťahovať s matkou na vzdialený, komármi zamorený ostrov, kde nie je ani signál, nieto šanca na románik. Lenže potom stretne Jeremiaha, pekného a záhadného voľnomyšlienkara. Jeremiah je miestny sprievodca s vášňou pre fotografovanie, ale aj minulosťou, o ktorej nerád hovorí. Medzi dvoma ranenými dušami ihneď preskočí iskra. Obaja však vedia, že nech sa stane čokoľvek, skončí sa to posledným dňom prázdnin.

Libby Stroutovú vraj každý dobre pozná – veď pred pár rokmi ju vyhlásili za najtučnejšiu tínedžerku sveta. No ni¬kto sa neunúva nazrieť jej do duše, aby zistil, kým naozaj je a čím si prešla. Jacka Masselina vraj tiež každý dobre pozná. Je šarmantný, má štýl a vie, ako zapadnúť. No nikto netuší, že skrýva tajomstvo: trpí zriedkavou neurologickou poruchou a nie je schopný rozoznávať ľudí. On sa však tvári, že je nad vecou a nikoho si príliš nepúšťa k telu. Až kým nestretne Libby. Na začiatku ju Jack pred spolužiakmi kruto poníži a ona mu za to jednu strelí. Naj¬prv na seba zazerajú, no neskôr príde čosi, čo nečakali... postupne sa medzi nimi rodí zvláštne priateľstvo. On začne obdivovať Libbinu odvahu, razantnosť a veľké srdce, jej sa zasa zapáči Jackov šarm, zmysel pre humor, oddanosť blízkym. Odkedy trávia veľa času spolu, už necítia takú osamelosť v duši. Jednoducho tak to je – niekedy stretnete človeka, ktorý vám obráti celý svet hore nohami.

Violet en Finch (17, afwisselend ik-figuur) ontmoeten elkaar boven op de klokkentoren van school. Allebei overwegen ze er vanaf te springen. Finch leert Violet opnieuw van het leven te genieten. Maar lukt hem dat zelf ook? Vanaf ca. 15 jaar.

Theodora Fincha trápia depresie. Každý deň premýšľa nad smrťou, no zároveň hľadá dôvody, prečo žiť. Violet Markeyová ráta dni do maturity, aby mohla ujsť z malého mesta, kde ju prenasledujú bolestné spomienky na sestrinu tragickú smrť. Navzájom sa nepoznajú, až kým sa obaja neocitnú na rímse školskej zvonice, s pohľadom upretým na chodník šesť poschodí pod nimi. Dole sa zhlukujú študenti a škodoradostne pobádajú Fincha, aby skočil. Na výčiny problémového študenta už sú zvyknutí. Čo tam však robí Violet? Keď dvojica napokon cúvne, na druhý deň sa v školských novinách objaví článok o hrdinke Violet, čo zachránila čudáka Fincha. Nebolo to však naopak? Finch je novou známosťou uchvátený a Violet presvedčí, aby spolu pracovali na školskom projekte – túlali sa po Indiane a spoznávali jej neobjavené zákutia, všetky skvelé miesta, o ktorých mnohí ani netušia. Práve tam si uvedomia, že môžu byť sami sebou, zbaviť sa nálepiek, ktoré im dávajú tí, čo ich vôbec nepoznajú. Skrátka môžu byť konečne šťastní. Zdanie však občas klame, najmä ak je smútok priveľký...

From the New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright Places—soon to be a Netflix film starring Elle Fanning—comes the story of a fearless and spirited World War II pilot who boldly sets her sights on movie stardom. In 1945, Velva Jean Hart is a bona fide war heroine. After a newsreel films her triumphant return to America, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer promises to make her a star. They give her a new life story and a brand new name. As “Kit Rogers,” she navigates the movie sets, recording sessions, parties, staged romances, and occasional backstabbing that accompany her newfound fame. She also navigates real-life romance, finding herself caught between a charismatic young writer and a sexy and enigmatic musician from her past. But when one of her best friends dies mysteriously and the most powerful studio in the world launches a cover-up, Velva Jean goes in search of the truth—risking her own life, as well as her heart, in the process. Set during Hollywood’s Golden Age and peopled with a cast of unforgettable characters, American Blonde will mesmerize readers of The Chaperone as well as fans of the Velva Jean series.

From the author of the New York Times bestseller All the Bright Places—soon to be a Netflix film starring Elle Fanning—comes a spellbinding story of a secret mission and dangerous passion in World War II Paris. After delivering a B-17 Flying Fortress to Britain, an American volunteers to copilot a plane carrying special agents to their drop spot over Normandy. Her personal mission: to find her brother, who is missing in action. After her plane is shot down, though, she’s on the run for her life. In Paris, the beautiful aviatrix Velva Jean Hart becomes Clementine Roux, a daring woman on an epic adventure with her team to capture an operative known only as “Swan.” Once settled on Rue de la Néva, Clementine works as a spy with the Resistance and finds herself falling in love with her fellow agent, Émile, a handsome and mysterious Frenchman with secrets of his own. When Clementine ends up in the most brutal prison in Paris, trying to help Émile and the team rescue Swan, she discovers the depths of human cruelty, the triumph of her own spirit, and the bravery of her team, who will stop at nothing to carry out their mission. Readers of 22 Britannia Road, The Postmistress, and Suite Francaise will cherish Becoming Clementine—a romantic World War II adventure told from the perspective of a courageous and beautiful heroine.

In Jennifer Niven's sequel, Velva Jean Hart embarks on a new adventure as she strives to sing at the Grand Ole Opry. After struggling with auditions, a surprise flying lesson from her brother inspires her to dream of becoming a female pilot. This funny and poignant tale will captivate fans once more.

Velva Jean dreams of being a big-time singer in Nashville until she falls for Harley Bright, a handsome juvenile delinquent turned preacher, and soon she must choose between keeping her hard-won home and pursuing her dream.

Now in paperback, the gripping and inspiring tale of a woman's survival alone in the Arctic. In 1921, four men and one woman ventured deep into the Arctic. Two years later, only one returned. When 23-year-old Inuit Ada Blackjack signed on as a seamstress for a top-secret Arctic expedition, her goal was simple: earn money and find a husband. But her terrifying experiences -- both in the wild and back in civilization -- comprise one of the most amazing untold adventures of the 20th century. Based on a wealth of unpublished materials, including Ada's never-before-seen diaries, bestselling author Jennifer Niven narrates this true story of an unheralded woman who became an unlikely hero.

Drawing on previously unpublished letters and journals of crew members, their descendants and interviews with survivors, Jennifer Niven's book is an account of one of the most ambitious and disasterous Artic expeditions ever mounted.