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O avesso da pele é a história de Pedro, que, após a morte do pai, assassinado numa desastrosa abordagem policial, sai em busca de resgatar o passado da família e refazer os caminhos paternos. Com uma narrativa sensível e por vezes brutal, Jeferson Tenório traz à superfície um país marcado pelo racismo e por um sistema educacional falido, e um denso relato sobre as relações entre pais e filhos.

Life Through the Eyes of a Woman is a compilation of stories about women walking through the storms of life. These women deal with the abuse, neglect, and loss that come with poor relationships, but also the love, security, and passion that should accompany healthy relationships. Yet, no matter what these women are put through, they always find it within themselves to come out on the other side stronger than before.

A young lady caught in the middle of a nightmare. Her life is filled with twist and turns and a lot of surprises. She is also involved with the street life filled with love, sex, money, and drugs.

Reckless but effective conflict photojournalist Ella Dawson is on a mission to show the world the truth and help end the bloodshed. But while in a war-torn city, she witnesses a totally-not-legal package exchange.

It's 1969. An eight-year-old girl, Elizabeth Squire, has a choice to make: to be disabled by the circumstances of her own botched birth or to become extraordinary. In Buffy Cram's captivating new novel, Elizabeth narrates the story of her childhood in the late sixties, describing how she came to be at a Vancouver halfway house at the age of nineteen.

What is persuasion and what is just good fortune? His morals may leave a lot to be desired but when serious illness strikes he has to reconsider his actions. A tale of greed, insider trading, love, and misfortune, that spans the globe. His persuasive ability brought him success, but at what cost? Whether he is in his New York apartment, his French Château, or his St Kitts home, he has to decide what to do with his money and how to say goodbye.

Observó cómo ella gritaba y gritaba con cada golpe que el hombre le daba en la cara. De su boca, escupió sangre que rodaba por su rostro. Continuó observando al hombre de piel oscura de 6'2 "golpear y patear repetidamente a la mujer en el estómago, una y otra vez.

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of "The Siege of London" by Henry James. This audiobook plunges you into a gripping tale of familial intrigue, societal pressures, and personal desires set in the heart of London. With James' exquisite prose, the story delves into the complexities of relationships, ambitions, and the intricacies of Victorian society. Through its vivid characters and vivid depictions, it offers a window into the struggles faced by individuals torn between duty and personal fulfillment.

London, 1927. On the morning of Friday 5th February, 1927, Miss Agnes Humphries – the landlady of the attractive, if-slightly shabby, white-fronted townhouse at Number 23 Burlington Square – has a decision to make. The rooms of the second floor lie empty, since poor Mr Blandford’s unfortunate demise, God rest his soul. And Agnes must make up her mind as to who will be her new lodger. Agnes must choose between them. But what will her decision lead to? One of the choices could result in scandal, one in devastation, and one could even lead to happiness. If only she gets it right.

Marcus vows to spread a positive message with his upbeat flow. After one too many dead-end relationships, he plans on ditching the distraction until he meets the alluring Desta. Struck speechless by her passion and drive, he agrees to feature his mission in her documentary and secretly hopes to capture her heart. My Light: An African American Romance is the first stand-alone book in a series inspired by hip-hop songs. If you like simmering chemistry, driven characters, and Black love in motion, then you’ll enjoy Ebony Rose’s soulful novel.

En la Barcelona de la posguerra —ese espacio ya mítico donde transcurre la narrativa de Marsé—, el capitán Blay, con su cabeza vendada y sus suspicacias sobre los escapes de gas que están a punto de hacer volar toda la ciudad, se pasea por el barrio sacudido aún por los estertores de la guerra perdida y acompañado por los espectros gimientes de sus hijos muertos.

Lyle DeLeone has always had the mentality of a hustler. Having grown up with a weak, drug-addicted mother and an ignorant, misogynistic father, she had to learn early on to protect herself and handle her own. Unfortunately, her ways caused those around her to deem her unlovable. So, it was no surprise that when she met the handsome Rashawn, she quickly snatched him up, hoping to prove that she, in fact, could be loved by a man. Married life with Rashawn isn't bad, but it isn't good either.

Una violinista acabada de graduar rep una proposta inesperada. Mentre passeja de nit per Barcelona, fa cerveses amb els amics i esquiva turistes, defuig la pregunta que la remou: Ets prou bona per viure d'allò que estimes? Ho estimes prou per malviure'n?

Auch die stärksten Schultern können nicht alles allein stemmen... Ohne ihren Freund hätte Nele die letzten Monate ganz sicher nicht überstanden. Sie hat es nicht leicht mit ihrer Familie und während ihre Eltern alles auf Neles Rücken austragen, sorgt Hugo immer wieder dafür, dass die herzliche Abiturientin ihr Lächeln nicht verliert. Wird Neles größte Angst sich bewahrheiten und ihre erste große Liebe, zwischen Zoff im Elternhaus und den Abiturvorbereitungen auf der Strecke bleiben?

Die Jugendliebe, die plötzlich wieder in der Stadt ist, eine kämpferische Ex und ganz viel Klärungsbedarf... Chris hat Spaß daran sich mit den Jungs im Ring zu messen, also ist es keine Frage, dass er auf der Wiese im Rebstockpark dabei ist, es geht immerhin auch um ordentlich Kohle. Es läuft gut, bis sie plötzlich auftaucht, wie ein Geist aus seiner Vergangenheit. Annas Anwesenheit bringt Chris völlig aus dem Konzept. Was zur Hölle macht sie hier? Ausgerechnet heute?

Cyndi wants to feel loved and accepted, and she wants to feel wanted. But what can she do? Can she continue to lean on her best friend forever? Or can Cyndi stand up for herself and fight through the obstacles that she’s afraid to encounter? What should Cyndi decide to do? This is a tale that can have you understand her thoughts and feelings as Cyndi trudges along her life journey.

York, 1988. Dr Tom Frith is beginning his first term as a tutor at the University of Eboracum. After teaching primary school children for several years, he's sure shaping the minds of young adults will be a welcome change. But that's before considering the pressures he'll face outside the lecture hall, from helping three hapless students who've been surviving exclusively on porridge, to fielding inappropriate propositions from students chasing higher grades. And then there's the particular challenge of Edna Wallop, the Acting Head of Faculty.

Il protagonista di questo romanzo è un giovane uomo che pensava che la scienza gli avrebbe fornito tutte le risposte ma si ritrova davanti un muro di domande. Con lui ci sono Lorenza che sa aspettare, Novelli che studia la forma delle nuvole, Karol che ha trovato Dio dove non lo stava cercando, Curzia che smania, Giulio che non sa come parlare a suo figlio. La crisi di cui racconta questo romanzo non è solo quella di una coppia, forse è quella di una generazione, sicuramente la crisi del mondo che conosciamo - e del nostro pianeta.

En plena década de los años 90 una mujer se gana la vida como novia de alquiler de hombres gays. En un fumadero de Harlem una travesti latina conoce íntimamente nada menos que a Billie Holiday. Un grupo de rugbiers regatea el precio de una noche de sexo y a cambio recibe su merecido. Monjas, abuelas, niños y perros nunca son lo que parecen. Los nueve relatos que componen este libro están habitados por personajes extravagantes y profundamente humanos que resisten de modos tan extraños como ellos, frente a lo ominoso del mundo.

The Sister Circle is dedicated to supporting each other and firmly believes that it takes a united sisterhood to balance the ups and downs of life. Get to know the ladies of the Sister Circle—Adira, Harlow, Quinn, Noelani, and Letitia—as they provide relatable insight on being in your 30s in today’s society by making us laugh, cry, smile, and hate them at the same time!