Monique Eggermont Libros

París, 1942. Rose Picard y Jacob Levy, dos jóvenes judíos, se enamoran apasionadamente en los días previos a la ocupación de la ciudad por los nazis. Cape Cod. En la actualidad. La nieta de Rose, Hope, deberá encontrar a las personas que su abuela le ha escrito en una lista de nombres que desconoce. Tendrá que viajar a París para reconstruir el pasado de su abuela, una historia que cambiará su vida para siempre.

De avonturen van Flash Jackson is het verhaal over de wildebras Haley, bijgenaamd Flash Jackson, en haar behoefte om zich los te maken uit haar bekrompen, kortzichtige milieu. Ze bevindt zich in een wereld die, in haar woorden, 'niet is ontworpen voor meisjes' en ze probeert zich hieraan aan te passen zonder haar innig gekoesterde onafhankelijkheid op te geven. De zomer van haar zeventiende levensjaar treedt ze met grootse verwachtingen tegemoet. Maar als Haley door het verrotte dak van de schuur valt, moet ze de zomer met haar been in het gips bij haar moeder doorbrengen en bezoekjes verduren van haar mysterieuze, onnavolgbare grootmoeder

Liane Moriarty, bestselling author of The Husband's Secret, presents another captivating tale of secrets and scandal. Jane, who has moved frequently since her son’s birth five years ago, seeks refuge in the picturesque seaside town of Pirriwee, where she finally feels a sense of belonging. She forms friendships with the spirited Madeline and the stunning Celeste, two women who seem to lead perfect lives yet harbor their own hidden truths. A seemingly minor incident involving their children in the playground ignites tensions with other parents, leading to escalating whispers and rumors that turn vicious. What begins as a small conflict spirals out of control, culminating in a shocking act of violence. Praise for Moriarty’s work highlights her skill in crafting suspenseful narratives that draw readers in from the start. Her writing is described as gripping, insightful, and often humorous, with a beautiful blend of emotional depth. With six novels to her name, including Three Wishes and What Alice Forgot, Moriarty has established herself as a master storyteller. She resides in Sydney with her family, continuing to captivate audiences with her compelling narratives.

París, julio de 1942. Las autoridades arrestan a 13.000 judíos ante la mirada de los parisinos, que guardan silencio por miedo, indiferencia o simple interés, pues esperan ocupar las viviendas vacías. El pequeño Michel se oculta en un armario para huir de la redada. Su hermana Sarah cierra la puerta para protegerle y se gua rda la llave, pensando que va a regresar en unas horas. Sin embargo, el destino de los Starzynski es protagonizar una de las páginas más luctuosas de la historia gala. Los gendarmes confinan a los miles de detenidos durante cinco días en el Velódromo de Invierno, cerca de la Torre Eiffel, sin comida ni agua. Después envían a las familias a un campo de concentración francés, donde los separan como paso previo a su posterior traslado a Auschwitz.

Nauwkeurige tekeningen en foto's tonen de juiste houding van de ruiter in het zadel en de basisvoorbereidingsoefeningen. Er wordt ook bijzondere aandacht besteed aan de uitzonderlijk moeilijke elementen, met uitleg over hoe hiermee om te gaan. Daarnaast leert het boek hoe je met een paard omgaat en voor het paard zorgt.

De leden van een moderne familie voelen veel (zakelijke) verplichtingen waardoor hun onderlinge verstandhouding in de knel dreigt te raken.

A stunning, shocking, wonderfully well written debut reminiscent of James Patterson and one that will catapault Boris Starling to the front rank of thriller writers. London is in the grip of a heatwave: airless days, strange steamy nights and a killer stalking the streets. Wealthy men are being murdered to some mysterious pattern, with no clues left behind, only corpses with silver spoons in place of their tongues... Set against this merciless butcher is DCI Red Metcalfe, an investigator with a celebrated ability to get under the skin and into the minds of the deranged killers he hunts. But as the city swelters and the body count rises, Red's own tortured past begins to turn against him - and the city is safe for no one. Sometimes, it is said, it takes a killer to catch a killer... The most compelling and suspenseful British thriller to come along in years, and Boris Starling is a startling and powerful talent to watch. Messiah is guaranteed to haunt your dreams...

In 1996, Francisco "Pipín" Ferreras, a native Cuban and a world champion in the dangerous and controversial sport of free diving, met Audrey Mestre, a beautiful French marine biology student. A passionate romance immediately bloomed between the two, and their love was bonded by a shared fascination with and devotion to the ocean. They soon became free diving's power couple, testing the limits of their wills and bodies by descending to unthinkable depths. Then, on October 12, 2002, in a dive off the coast of the Dominican Republic, tragedy struck: Audrey's attempt to break the world record of 170 meters ended in her death. Now, for the first time, Pipín tells his story. He shares the heart-pounding adventure and fierce competition that fuel the sport of free diving and his own addiction to it. He addresses the controversy that has followed him throughout his career and that spun out of control after Audrey's death. And he relates the haunting story of his relationship with Audrey -- a unique and complicated tale of love and obsession taken to extreme depths.

A deadly political rivalry that ended in two brutal executions...An intricate love triangle that altered the course of history...A religious revolution that changed the world... THE TREASURE... For two thousand years, an undiscovered treasure rested in the rocky wilds of the French Pyrenees. A series of scrolls written in the first century by Mary Magdalene, these startling documents hold the power to redefine the events and characters of the New Testament. Protected by supernatural forces, the priceless cache can only be uncovered by a special seeker, one who has been chosen for the task by divine providence - The Expected One. THE CHOSEN ONE... When journalist Maureen Paschal begins the research for a new book, she has no idea that she is stepping into an ancient mystery so complex and dangerous that thousands of people have killed and died for it. As a long buried family scandal comes to light, she can no longer deny her own role in a deadly drama of epic international consequences.

Includes a reader's guide with discussion questions along with excerpts from the author's Big little lies.

مرد و زن با هم متفاوت‌اند‏.‏ نه بهتر و نه بدتر، بلکه متفاوت‏.‏ تنها چیزی هر دو در آن شریک‌اند تعلق به یک نوع از جانداران است‏.‏ آن دو در دنیایی با ارزش‌ها و قواعد متفاوت زندگی می‌کنند‏.‏ همه این را می‌دانند اما تعداد بسیار اندکی، به ویژه از مردها حاضر به پذیرش آن هستند‏.‏ نگاهی به شواهد بکنید‏.‏ در کشورهای غربی نزدیک به 50 درصد از ازدواج‌ها به طلاق منجر می‌شوند و روابط بسیار جدی دیرپا نیستند و از هم می‌گسلند‏.‏ مردان و زنان از هر فرهنگ و نژاد و رنگ و کشوری مدام عقاید، رفتار، گرایشات و اعتقادات یکدیگر را مورد انتقاد قرار می‌دهند‏.‏ مردها از رانندگی زنان، از سر و ته گرفتن نقشه، نداشتن حس جهت‌یابی، زیاد حرف زدن آن‌ها شکایت دارند‏.‏ مردها هرگز نمی‌توانند لنگه جورابشان را که گوشه‌ای پرت کرده‌اند، پیدا کنند اما سی‌دی‌های موسیقی‌شان را به طور الفبایی و مرتب بایگانی می‌کنند‏.‏ زن‌ها همیشه می‌توانند سوییچ گمشده‌ی ماشین را پیدا کنند، اما به ندرت مقصدی را در مسیری سرراست می‌یابند‏.‏ مردان فکر می‌کنند که منطقی‌ترند و زن‌ها اطمینان دارند که منطقی‌ترین‌اند‏.‏ این کتاب تقدیم به مردان و زنانی می‌شود که نیمه‌شب از شدت عصبانیت موی سر می‌کنند و به شریک زندگی‌شان می‌گویند‏:‏ «آخر چرا نمی‌خواهی بفهمی؟»‏.‏ روابط از هم می‌گسلند برای اینکه مردان نمی‌توانند درک کنند چرا زن‌ها مثل آن‌ها نیستند و زنان انتظار دارند مردها رفتاری مثل آن‌ها داشته باشند‏.‏ این کتاب نه تنها کمک می‌کند که زن و مرد یکدیگر را بهتر درک کنند، بلکه آن‌ها را یاری دهد خود را بهتر بشناسند و طریقه‌ی زندگی سعادتمندتر، سالم‌تر و هماهنگ‌تری که بتواند لذتبخش و ارضاکننده باشد بیاموزند‏.‏

After believing she had conquered darkness, Karin Schaeffer discovers that evil has resurfaced, presenting new challenges and threats. As she navigates this renewed struggle, she must confront her past and the lingering shadows that haunt her. The story delves into themes of resilience and the ongoing battle against malevolence, showcasing Karin's determination to protect what she holds dear while facing the complexities of her own journey.

Set in New England mainly and London partly, On Beauty concerns a pair of feuding families - the Belseys and the Kipps - and a clutch of doomed affairs. It puts low morals among high ideals and asks some searching questions about what life does to love. For the Belseys and the Kipps, the confusions - both personal and political - of our uncertain age are about to be brought close to home: right to the heart of family.

Tense and suspense-filled thriller from the author of The Straw Men and The Lonely Dead.

Tijdens het Halloween-feest op een landgoed wordt het een jonge vrouw, kind van beroemde acteurs, duidelijk dat de drank en de drugs die rondgaan tot méér dienen dan enkel een decadent feest.

_________________ A stunning, atmospheric novel set in 1940s South of France. 'Should be on everyone's summer reading lists' CLARE MACKINTOSH 'GLORIOUS! Hugely enjoyable escapism. I enjoyed it ENORMOUSLY.' MARIAN KEYES 'A delicious, escapist read' MY WEEKLY London 1948: Eve Forrester is trapped in a loveless marriage, in a gloomy house, in a grey suburb. Out of the blue, she receives a solicitor's letter. A wealthy stranger has left her a mystery inheritance but in order to find out more, she must travel to the glittering French Riviera. Eve discovers her legacy is an enchanting villa overlooking the Mediterranean sea and suddenly, life could not be more glamorous. But under the heat of the sun, all is not as it seems. Now, Eve must unlock the story behind her surprise bequest - before things spiral out of control... A Fatal Inheritance is an intoxicating story of glamour, intrigue and desire, set against the razzle-dazzle of the French Riviera. Pre-order the brand new book from Rachel Rhys: ISLAND OF SECRETS, due out in 2020 'Transporting' SUNDAY TIMES 'An atmospheric page-turner' DAILY MIRROR 'An essential summer read!' LISA JEWELL 'Deliciously intoxicating' HEAT _________________

I've planted my feet on Fijian earth and I intend to stay here until the last sunset . Why don't you join me? Leave behind everything that didn't work out! When recently-widowed Kat writes to her four old school friends, inviting them to live with her on a cocoa plantation in the South Pacific, they swap icy pavements and TV dinners for a tropical breeze and an azure-blue ocean. Leaving behind loneliness, dead-end jobs and marriages that have gone sour, they settle into the Women's House, surrounded by palms and cocoa trees; and locals with the puzzling habit of exploding into laughter for no discernible reason. Each of the women has her issues to resolve, and secrets to keep. But together the friends find a new purpose, starting a business making chocolate: bittersweet, succulent pieces of happiness. As they embrace a new culture that views ageing so differently from their own, will they learn to accept and forgive: to discover the value of friendship, and a better way to live?

El relato empieza cuando McCourt tiene 27 años e, instalado en Nueva York, inicia una actividad académica para la cual sus estudios universitarios no han acabado de formarle. En efecto, las realidades sociales en un entorno tan duro como el neoyorquino resultan difíciles de digerir por parte de este inmigrante irlandés. Haciendo más caso a su intuición y a lo que le dicta su conciencia que a las directrices académicas, consigue despertar el interés de sus alumnos. Para ello, decide bajarse del pedestal en el que viven instalados la mayoría de profesores y se dedica a escuchar a sus alumnos y a aprender de ellos, poniéndose a su altura para conocer sus inquietudes, sus gustos y su forma de ver el mundo.

In the year 2000, in the closest election in American history, Alice Blackwell's husband becomes president of the United States. Their time in the White House proves to be heady, tumultuous, and controversial. But it is Alice's own story - that of a kind, bookish, only child born in the 1940s Midwest who comes to inhabit a life of dizzying wealth and power - that is itself remarkable. Alice candidly describes her small-town upbringing, and the tragedy that shaped her identity; she recalls her early adulthood as a librarian, and her surprising courtship with the man who swept her off her feet; she tells of the crisis that almost ended their marriage; and she confides the privileges and difficulties of being first lady, a role that is uniquely cloistered and public, secretive and exposed. In Alice Blackwell, Curtis Sittenfeld has created her most dynamic and complex heroine yet. American Wife is not a novel about politics. It is a gorgeously written novel that weaves race, class, fate and wealth into a brilliant tapestry. It is a novel in which the unexpected becomes inevitable, and the pleasures and pain of intimacy and love are laid bare.

New York heeft een nieuwe killer... Twee vrouwen worden op gruwelijke wijze vermoord. Bij elk van de verminkte lichamen wordt een bizar schilderij aangetroffen. De New Yorkse recherche roept de hulp in van kunthistorica Kate McKinnon, die er in eerste instantie niets voor voelt om haar veilige leven achter zich te laten. Maar dan brengt de moordenaar Kate een afschuwelijke slag toe. Gedreven door woede en verdriet zet ze alles op alles om de wrede moordenaar te vinden. Het resultaat is een grimmig kat-en-muisspel waarin niets is wat het lijkt en waarin zelfs Kates vertrouwelingen haar lijken te verraden...

From the private papers of Mark Twain and Mozart to those of Robert Browning and Nelson, 'Love Letters of Great Men' collects together some of the most romantic letters in history.

Twenty years after her parents are killed in a dangerous ceremony intended to release the old gods back to Earth, Truth Blackburn returns to the family estate to learn the truth and confronts the leader of her parent's revived cult.

A major national media event when published in hardcover, this delicious follow-up to Bergdorf Blondes was an immediate New York Times bestseller and confirmed Plum Sykes' status as a literary superstar.Sylvie Mortimer has just married and is blissfully happy with The Divine New Husband, Hunter. Sylvie's new friend, Lauren Blount, is very rich, very young, very thin, very pretty -- and very, very divorced. The most reckless and glamorous of Manhattan's Debutante Divorc+e set, Lauren captivates Sylvie, the group's token newlywed. But while Lauren sets out on a morality-lite, orgasm-heavy "Make Out Challenge," Sylvie discovers her marriage isn't exactly an Eternity ad -- especially when the city's most notorious Husband Huntress zeros in on her spouse.The Debutante Divorc+e delivers all the wit and charm that made Bergdorf Blondes a smash hit. This juicy new tale delighted Sykes' many fans in hardcover and will continue to earn her new ones in this dazzling, chic paperback edition.

Kate Howard is no longer a struggling author. A successful writer, for the past three years she has lived happily with her lover Stewart and her daughter Lucy in an old farmhouse in the beautiful, wild Auverge region of central France. When her son announces that he too intends to move to France, it would seem that life for Kate could not be sweeter. Then comes a bolt from the blue, a phone call from Kate’s literary agent in London that threatens her whole way of life. But worse is to follow with the arrival of newcomers Mo and Tristram. Mo is a striking beauty and charming—when it suits her. As Kate discovers, she’s one of those people who brings chaos to other people’s lives, and Kate’s is no exception.

Welcome to St Ambrose Primary School. A world of friendships, fights and feuding. And that's just the mothers. It's the start of another school year at St Ambrose. But while the children are in the classroom colouring in, their mothers are learning sharper lessons on the other side of the school gates. Lessons in friendship. Lessons in betrayal. Lessons in the laws of community, the transience of power...and how to get invited to lunch. Beatrice - undisputed queen bee. Ruler, by Divine Right, of all school fund-raising, this year, last year and, surely, for many years to come. Heather - desperate to volunteer, desperate to be noticed, desperate just to belong. Georgie - desperate for a fag. And Rachel - watching them all, keeping her distance. But soon to discover that the line between amused observer and miserable outcast is a thin one. The Hive is an irresistible, brilliantly observed novel - warm, witty and true. Wickedly funny, it is also a fascinating and subtle story about group politics and female friendship.From the joys and perils (well, mainly perils) of the Lunch Ladder, to the military operation that is the Car Boot Sale, via the dos and don'ts of dressing your child as a dalek, all human life is here.

De University of the Archangels and Saint Jo the Dine is niet zomaar een universiteit. Hier worden studenten ingewijd in eeuwenoude heksenpraktijken en magisch rituelen. Minder bekend is dat de universiteit - een geheimzinnige plek waar dag en nacht verlicht altaren bewaakt door stenen engelen de sfeer bepalen - ook de thuisplaats is van de Benandanti, een sekte die zich tot doel heeft gesteld de herrijzenis van de maan in, een uiterst duistere macht, te voorkomen. Nog minder bekend is dat de Benandanti door de eeuwen heen elke regering, elke religie en elk invloedrijk instituut middels ontoelaatbare praktijken manipuleerden. De sympathieke Katherine Sweeney Cassidy ontdekt bij toeval het bestaan van de Benandanti, die ook de universiteit besturen. Aanvankelijk besteedt ze er weinig aandacht aan. Immers, de campus is voor haar in de eerste plaats een plek om te experimenteren, om nieuwe vrienden te maken, een tijd van vrijheid en ontdekkingen. Zoals met Oliver en Angelica, wier heftig liefdesleven, bij voorkeur beleefd onder een volle maan direct aanzet is tot de wederopstanding van de Maangodin...

Tijdens het samen maken van een quilt leren twee kleindochters veel levenswijsheid van hun grootmoeder.

De man op wie een nog jonge weduwe verliefd wordt, blijkt de advocaat te zijn van de mensen die haar tegenwerken.

Ongeacht de gelegenheid - informeel, speciaal, spontaan of formeel - biedt Donna Hay's entertaining het menu, de sfeer, de drankjes en het eten. Deze verfrissend originele, praktische en inspirerende benadering vult je tafel en picknickmand, ontbijt, lunch en diner met eindeloze onweerstaanbare maar eenvoudig te maken gerechten en simpele maar geweldige ideeën. Plannen, voorbereiden, koken en serveren - altijd met eenvoud en stijl - maken deel uit van de succesvolle en plezierige entertaining ervaring.