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A gripping historical novel about the fate of three families torn apart by the Franco-Prussian WarThe Franco-Prussian War in 1870/71 was a dark chapter in European history that significantly influenced the course of the 20th century. It set the course for the further development of Europe and relations between the Orient and the Occident. Nationalism, colonialism, fanaticism - all of these echo in Maria W. Peter's new novel. By drawing on a wide array of perspectives, it sheds light on the various...

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A thrilling story about a new beginning, the courage to follow one's dreams, and the incomparable power of great loveCharlotte is a young nurse in a children's hospice. When she hears a song by Sam, a street musician, she is moved to tears. The song is called “Daisy“ - the same name as her daughter who passed away. Sam notices Charlotte, is moved by his listener’s reaction, and becomes curious. Charlotte and Sam get to know each other through the song, and after a few dates they fall in love. Charlotte...

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Witty family novel about love and life in times of parenting and puberty crisesEvery day Henriette Henkemeier (43) has to deal with the peculiarities and wishes of her three daughters Saskia (18), Nelli (12) and Ida (8) and the teasing of her newly retired mother Marlies. Nevertheless, the experienced housewife has the daily chaos under control, from which husband Patrick keeps out as far as possible. Lately Patrick has been behaving suspicious. He is increasingly absent, and Henriette has the feeling...

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A romantic comedy that asks the question: what exactly is ‘true love’?Lucy Bradford, a translator and aspiring author, is heading home for the holidays, and manages to hitch a lift with a doctor called Ben (who, luckily for her, happens to be very attractive). A heavy snowstorm forces them to seek shelter in a farmhouse belonging to a jolly elderly lady. And the three of them end up having an unexpectedly merry Christmas together.Weeks later, Lucy is shocked to receive a letter telling her the old...

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A wonderful outback novel with a 1950s Flair Elizabeth Haran's new novel is a touching family story that unfolds between the outback and England, spanning a period of over 20 years.The outback, 1936. Willie McGregor has left England to seek his fortune down under. Together with his best friend, he is searching for gold in a remote area. Their only contact is with a clan of Aboriginals who occasionally set up camp nearby. Willie begins a love affair with a young Aboriginal who calls herself...

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What’s going on in the Wildwood Forest? The forest friends have a lot on their plates! Holly and Lia have only just set up their Problem-Solving Parlour, and already strange things have started happening in the forest: the lake has become overgrown, the gigglers have forgotten how to laugh, and the lake spirits are feeling glum. The magical creatures are very important, because without them it’s impossible to conjure up even a glimmer of good fortune, and everyone has bad luck. But Holly, Lia and...

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The hero school is in danger!Strange things have been happening at Daredevil Castle: valuable equipment has been destroyed, there’s been a series of accidents, and dangerous monsters have started appearing in the castle at night! Siggi soon has his own suspicions about who’s behind it all: he thinks it’s the mysterious new student Jago. But unfortunately nobody believes him – not even his friends Brünhild and Filas. So Siggi has to expose the truth single-handedly. Can the hero school’s most timid...

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A technological virus, an artificial super intelligence, and a struggle for human survivalAfter fierce battles against the artificial intelligence program KAMI, mankind has suffered a bitter setback. Millions have been infected by KAMI’s technological virus and lost all will of their own. While research for a cure is underway across the world, warrior Andra is convinced that KAMI has developed a personality, and she mounts an attempt to contact it. Volume 2 of the Cyberpunk Trilogy For readers of...

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Time to learn some magic!Mr Magnificent has recognised Lenny’s talent, and wants to teach him the art of magical toy-making. To do this, Lenny must learn how to identify every child’s one true toy. He finds it easy to do for other people, but much trickier when it comes to himself. And Lenny and his friend Merle have enough on their plates as it is: when some of the deliveries from the toy factory don’t turn up, and strange things start happening at the shop, it’s up to Lenny, Merle, a talking book...

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Even if you’re very little, you can still be a very big help!It’s spring, the sun is shining, and the first flowers are in bud. But – oh, goodness me! What’s this? There’s a little dog hiding behind a bush in the park. Woofy the puppy wants someone to be his friend: to throw sticks for him, tickle him behind the ears, feed him treats and get rid of his annoying little fleas. Can you help?Book 5 of our popular interactive board book seriesChildren will love stroking and playing with this interactive...

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