Jennifer Niven crea historias centradas en el poder del amor y la conexión humana. Sus obras exploran las complejidades de la adolescencia, la salud mental y el autodescubrimiento con honestidad y empatía. Niven crea personajes que resuenan profundamente con los lectores, incitando a la reflexión sobre sus propias experiencias vitales. Su estilo es poético y conmovedor, a menudo centrándose en jóvenes que navegan por los desafíos de la vida.
¿Como seguir adelante con la misma vida, cuando es posible que la vida pueda seguir siendo la misma? ¿Cómo asimilar una rutina normal después de pasar semanas dormido, sin saber ni en que lugar se está, ni qué es lo que está ocurriendo? Violet y Finch apenas se conocían, pero sin duda tenían mucho más en común de lo que jamás podrían haber imaginado. Todo se reducía, principalmente a las respuestas... O , más bien, a la urgente necesidad de poder encontrar algunas.
Todo el mundo cree conocer a Libby, aunque nadie se ha parado a pensar cómo es
ella realmente, más allá de su aspecto y de su peso. También todos creen
conocer a Jack, ese muchacho encantador que oculta un profundo secreto. Cuando
una cruel jugarreta los enfrenta, los dos van a descubrir que la soledad
compartida es menos solitaria. Son dos adolescentes rotos: de corazón a
corazón.
Drawing on previously unpublished letters and journals of crew members, their descendants and interviews with survivors, Jennifer Niven's book is an account of one of the most ambitious and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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
From Jennifer Niven, the #1 New York Times bestselling author, comes an unforgettable novel about a sensitive girl ready to embrace life’s challenges—sex, heartbreak, and family dramas. As graduation approaches, aspiring writer Claudine Henry is focused on college, becoming a famous author, and exploring the world of sex, without the need for love. However, her life is upended when her father reveals he and Claude's mother are separating, leaving her feeling as if her world is crumbling.
In the aftermath, Claude and her mother retreat to a remote, mosquito-infested island off the Georgia coast to begin healing. This setting feels far from ideal for Claude, until she meets Jeremiah Crew, a local trail guide with a passion for photography and a mysterious past. Miah is brash and enigmatic, yet he uniquely understands Claude’s aspirations. When she decides to sleep with him, she convinces herself it’s just sex—no time for love, especially with her heart already in pieces.
Compulsively readable and unforgettable, this luminous novel offers an insightful glimpse into a young woman determined to shape her own narrative, navigating the complexities of life with resilience, humor, and a few mosquito bites along the way.
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.
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.