Melody Carlson Knihy

Svazek obsahuje zkrácené verze čtyř úspěšných románů oddychových žánrů současné americké provenience. Jednotlivé tituly jsou doplněny stručnými informacemi o jejich tvůrcích.Ústřední postavou krimithrilleru Jamese Pattersona a Davida Ellise "Neviditelný" je analytička FBI, kterou případ úmrtí vlastní sestry při požáru dovede na stopu sériového vraha. Romance Melody Carlsonové "A láska něžně padá" přivádí na scénu kadeřnici Ritu, která se musí postarat o matku po těžké mrtvici, stejně jako o rodinný salon krásy. Hrdinka thrilleru Carly Nortonové "Co ji nezabije" má za sebou traumatickou zkušenost několikaletého zajetí a týrání - a ta se po slibně započatém novém životě znovu přihlásí o slovo... Román "Albert jede domů" od Homera Hickama je humorná i nostalgická road movie a zároveň působivý milostný příběh, v němž vedle dvou protagonistů se v hlavní roli objevuje i ochočený aligátor Albert.

irst there are shades of sorrow, then shades of hope. Will Gwen find shades of light? When her only child leaves home for college, widowed Gwen Sullivan discovers just how lonely an empty nest can be. How will she adjust and fill her empty days?

Exploring the imaginative possibilities of identity, this book invites readers to envision themselves as various creatures, from ladybugs to polar bears and even extraterrestrial beings. It celebrates the uniqueness of creation and emphasizes the joy of embracing one's true self as designed by God. With a whimsical tone, it encourages creativity and self-acceptance through playful reflections on the diverse wonders of the world.

Zoey faces a dramatic life change when her mother moves her to a small town in Oregon to live with her eccentric grandparents. Initially feeling out of place, she finds solace in reconnecting with Louisa, a childhood friend. However, tensions rise with Louisa's former best friend, leading to a challenging dynamic at church camp. Zoey's journey explores themes of acceptance, friendship, and the complexities of love and rivalry, ultimately teaching her the importance of understanding and embracing differences.

Navigating the challenges of middle school alone, Zoey faces the excitement and anxiety of a new school year without her best friend Louisa, who is sidelined by the flu. This situation forces Zoey to adapt and find her own way, highlighting themes of friendship, resilience, and personal growth as she encounters new experiences and relationships during this pivotal time in her life.

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Jayne Morgan feels betrayed when her fiancÃ(c) suddenly dumps her for his high school sweetheart just weeks before the wedding. She'd love to leave his hometown of Paradise, Oregon, but she's signed a teaching contract and the kids in her classroom need her.

It's official: Brynna Phillips is done with men. They only break your heart. But just when she makes this declaration, her friend Jan convinces Brynna to join her on a camping vacation in Sonoma Wine Country. As they wind their way toward their destination, spanking-new mini camper in tow, Brynna recalls her teenage camp romance with a boy named Leroy. How can it have been nearly 30 years ago? All she remembers is that Leroy was a genuinely good guy and that his family owned a vineyard--in Sonoma. She doesn't even remember his last name. Jan insists they look for him, and the search begins. Beyond the slim chance they'd ever be able to find him are questions that have haunted Brynna for decades, including What is the point of digging up the past? and Can Leroy ever forgive me for losing touch? Bestselling author Melody Carlson invites you on a trip to rediscover the carefree days of youth and, just maybe, to get a second chance at love.

"When empty-nester Marley Farrell inherits a rundown tourist shop, she never expects to rediscover her love for the funky coastal Oregon town-or her now-widowed teenage crush. With his help, she may just be able to renovate the shabby shop-and her lackluster love life"--

Set in the small town of Boscoe Bay, Oregon, this volume features the adventures of sixth graders Morgan, Amy, Carlie, and Emily. These unlikely friends unite with a shared goal of improving their trailer park and the world around them. The stories, "Project: Girl Power" and "Project: Mystery Bus," showcase their creativity and determination as they tackle various challenges together, emphasizing themes of friendship, empowerment, and community.