Richard Lloyd Parry se enfoca en exploraciones perspicaces de temas sociales y políticos complejos en toda Asia. Como periodista experimentado, aporta profundidad y matices a su escritura, a menudo profundizando en las repercusiones de la historia y la cultura en los eventos contemporáneos. Su reportaje descubre las historias humanas detrás de los acontecimientos importantes, mostrando su habilidad para capturar la esencia de los lugares que cubre. El trabajo de Parry ofrece a los lectores una perspectiva única del mundo, una que es a la vez informada y cautivadora.
Nathan Chevell and Grace Gushiken navigate a dangerous world as criminals, facing moral dilemmas and the consequences of their choices. Their complex relationship evolves amidst high-stakes heists and betrayals, forcing them to confront their pasts and the reasons behind their criminal lifestyles. As they delve deeper into their underworld activities, they must decide what they truly value and whether redemption is possible. This gripping tale explores themes of loyalty, love, and the struggle for a better future.
Too Black to Wear White is the compelling story of Krom Hendricks, the first
black South African sporting hero. One of the world's best fast bowlers, he
was barred by Cecil Rhodes from playing for his country on grounds of race. In
challenging the establishment, Hendricks became the central figure in the
evolution of sports segregation.
Swallows and Hawke is the compelling story of cricket's second-oldest rivalry,
exploring 15 English cricket tours to South Africa. It juxtaposes sensational
action on the pitch with a kaleidoscope of player experiences - in jail or
chased by rhinos - all framed within an analysis of racism, apartheid and
African resistance.
On March 11, 2011, a 120-foot-high tsunami smashed into the northeast coast of Japan, leaving more than eighteen thousand people dead. It was Japan's single greatest loss of life since the atomic bombing of Nagasaki in 1945. Richard Lloyd Parry, an award winning foreign correspondent, lived through the earthquake in Tokyo and spent six years reporting from the disaster zone. Ghosts of the Tsunami is the intimate account of an epic tragedy, told through the perspectives of those who lived through it. -- Adapted from book jacket
Richard Lloyd Parry is the winner of the 2018 Rathbones Folio Prize In the
last years of the twentieth century, Richard Lloyd Parry found himself in the
vast island nation of Indonesia, one of the most alluring, mysterious and
violent countries in the world.
It's been five years since Val climbed out of the ruins of Biomne's research facility. Five years of running from the creature he's become. Five years of trying to turn the curse into a blessing. He's scratching out a living in the heart of Chicago, trying to make ends meet while saving those he can. His friend John has found a home with girlfriend Sky. The three of them share an apartment in a city too big to care. Stories of Val's dark gift have reached across the seas to Talin Moray, a man who will stop at nothing to possess the power of the Night. Talin has pursued them from city to city and is ready to spring his trap in the ancient place where Great Lakes and the power of the Chicago River meet. By his mastery of Vodou, he will take the Night and damn the world. Danny's running too - from the feelings she knows aren't hers. Emotions that come from the thing emerging from within. Carlisle has joined her friend in the cold heart of Alaska. Danny's 14-year-old daughter Adalia holds them together more than any of them know. Adalia's new companion, the mysterious boy only she can see, guides their steps back to those they miss the most. Rejoin Val and Danny's pack as they fight to save not just the world, but themselves and those they love.
A wild night leads to unexpected consequences as the protagonist wakes up to find themselves surrounded by a shocking scene. As they piece together the events of the previous evening, a dark mystery unfolds, intertwining themes of chaos and accountability. The story explores the aftermath of reckless choices and the lengths one must go to uncover the truth, all while navigating the fallout of their actions. With a blend of suspense and dark humor, this tale promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats.
In a kingdom on the brink of chaos, Geneve and sorcerer Meriwether face deadly assassins aiming to destabilize the queen's reign. With the ability to assume any form, the assassins threaten everything Geneve holds dear, including her loved ones. As rebellion ignites and war looms between Feybrind and Vhemin, Geneve must confront a powerful dragon and the dark forces at play. Armed with only her skymetal blade, she races against time to protect her world from destruction.
Knight Adept Geneve embarks on a perilous quest to capture a wizard rumored to possess the powerful Tome of Lost Souls, which threatens her order's existence. As she navigates a world ravaged by monsters and corruption among her leaders, Geneve faces moral dilemmas with her choice of allies, including a secretive Feybrind and a renegade illusionist. The weight of her mission grows heavier as she confronts the potential consequences of her success or failure, with the fate of everything hanging in the balance.
The story unfolds against the backdrop of a crumbling empire, exploring the intricate dynamics of power, betrayal, and the struggle for survival. As the once-mighty realm disintegrates, characters navigate personal and political turmoil, revealing the complexities of loyalty and ambition. Themes of resilience and the quest for identity emerge as individuals confront their fates amidst the chaos, leading to unexpected alliances and profound transformations. The narrative captures the essence of a world in transition, where every decision holds the weight of history.
