Jillian Cantor Knihy

Pútavý román o láske, ktorú nezničili ani kruté rany osudu Rakúsko 1938. Kristoff je mladý učeň u židovského rytca predlôh známok Fredericka. Keď jeho majster počas Krištáľovej noci zmizne, Kristoff musí vyrábať známky pre nenávidených Nemcov a zároveň spolupracovať s Elenou, temperamentnou Frederickovou dcérou a členkou rakúskeho odboja, ktorému pomáhajú posielať tajné správy a falšovať doklady. Keď sa uprostred surového zmätku vojny do Eleny zamiluje, musí nájsť spôsob, ako ich oboch zachráni. Los Angeles 1989. Katie Nelsonová sa práve vyrovnáva s trpkým rozvodom. Otec, ktorého nedávno musela presťahovať do sanatória pre pacientov s poruchami pamäti, jej zanechá zbierku známok. Znalec Benjamin v nej nájde nezvyčajnú rakúsku známku z obdobia druhej svetovej vojny, nalepenú na starom ľúbostnom liste. Spolu sa vydajú po stopách príbehu vášnivej lásky, ktorý má pre oboch prekvapivé vyústenie.

Veľký Gatsby je späť. Rovnaký, a predsa iný, brilantne prerozprávaný z pohľadu troch silných žien. Daisy Buchananová, Jordan Barkerová a Catherine McCoyová dostali priestor, o akom vo svojej dobe nemohli ani snívať. Autorka Jillian Cantorová dokonale preskúmala životy žien v dvadsiatych rokoch 20. storočia: ich voľby, rozhodnutia, limity a predsudky medzivojnových čias.

Román je oslavou jednej z najsilnejších ľudských emócií: nádeje. Nemecko, rok 1931. Majiteľ kníhkupectva Max Beissinger stretáva talentovanú huslistku Hannu Ginsbergovú. Zaľúbia sa do seba spriadajú plány do budúcnosti. Ibaže atmosféra v Nemecku sa mení a k moci sa dostáva Adolf Hitler. Mladý pár je konfrontovaný s novou realitou a s predzvesťou vojny, pričom Hanna je židovka. Max však má tajomstvo, o ktorom je presved-čený, že mu pomôže zachrániť Hannu, keď sa Nemecko stane pre ňu nebezpečnou krajinou. Píše sa rok 1946 a Hanna Ginsbergová sa preberie na lúke neďaleko Berlína. Nespomína si na posledných desať rokov svojho života a netuší, čo sa stalo s Maxom. Úplne sa oddá hudbe, ktorá je balzamom na jej zranené srdce. Hoci dni, mesiace a roky plynú, z Londýna odchádza do Paríža, odtiaľ do Viedne a napokon do Ameriky, všade ju prenasleduje zabudnutá minulosť a osud jediného muža, ktorého kedy milovala.

Exploring the life of Marie Curie, the narrative unfolds across two parallel timelines: one follows her actual pioneering journey in science, while the other imagines the repercussions of a pivotal choice she could have made differently. This dual structure not only highlights her groundbreaking contributions but also delves into the broader implications for both her personal life and the scientific community. The reimagining offers a unique perspective on the sacrifices and triumphs of a remarkable woman.

In 1891 Poland, Marie Curie, then Marya Sklodowska, was engaged to mathematician Kazimierz Zorawski, but their engagement ended when his mother deemed her too poor. Heartbroken, Marya moved to Paris to study chemistry and physics at the Sorbonne, eventually becoming the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and transforming science. But what if she had chosen differently? What if she married Kazimierz at twenty-four, never attended the Sorbonne, and led a life of domesticity in Russian Poland, where women's education was limited? This narrative intertwines Marie Curie's true story with the fictional life of Marya Zorawska, exploring lost loves and unfulfilled destinies while addressing themes of loyalty, identity, gender, class, motherhood, and knowledge. Through contrasting versions of Marya's life, the novel poses critical questions about the impact of denied opportunities on a brilliant scientific mind. It examines how the choices of one extraordinary woman and her relationships could have altered the trajectory of science, history, and the world in both significant and subtle ways.

The narrative intertwines historical fiction with suspense and romance, exploring the complex relationship between sisters marked by both adoration and rivalry. This inventive "what-if" story delves into themes of familial bonds and competition, offering a unique perspective on sisterhood amidst a captivating backdrop.

Can she rewrite the fate of the women who came before her? The once-rising literary star Olivia Fitzgerald is down on her luck. Her most recent novel--a retelling of Daphne du Maurier's Rebecca--was a flop, her boyfriend of nine years just dumped her and she's battling a bad case of writer's block. So when her agent calls her with a high-paying ghostwriting opportunity, Olivia is all too willing to sign the NDA. At first, the write-for-hire job seems too good to be true. All she has to do is interview Henry "Ash" Asherwood, a reclusive mega billionaire, twice named People's Sexiest Man Alive, who wants her help in writing a book that reveals a shocking secret about his late grandmother and Daphne du Maurier. But when Olivia arrives at his Malibu estate, nothing is as it seems. The more Olivia digs into his grandmother's past, the more questions she has--and before she knows it, she's trapped in a gothic mystery of her own. With as many twists and turns as the California coast, The Fiction Writer is a page-turner that explores the boundaries of creative freedom and whose stories we have the right to tell.

In a tale of love and ambition, a glamorous romance novelist and an aspiring starlet uncover a shared secret that intertwines their lives. As they navigate the complexities of their ambitions, the story explores the lengths they will go to safeguard their hearts amidst the challenges of fame and desire.

Set in a modern context, this contemporary romcom reimagines Jane Austen's classic Emma, exploring the intricate and often unpredictable nature of love. The narrative delves into the complexities of relationships and the challenges of matchmaking, all while maintaining a humorous and engaging tone. With a fresh perspective, it captures the essence of romance in today's world, making it relatable for a new generation of readers.