![]() ![]() The riven masts had gone by the board, leaks had been sprung in every direction, and the water, which rushed in, gained upon us rapidly. The crew had lost heart, and were utterly exhausted by incessant labor. ![]() ![]() We were driven completely out of our course no conjecture could be formed as to our whereabouts. Six times had the darkness closed over a wild and terrific scene, and returning light had often brought but renewed distress, for the raging storm had increased in fury until on the seventh day all hope was lost. ![]() Storm-tossed-Wrecked-Deserted-Supper-We make swimming-belts for the children-An anxious night-The gale moderates-We examine our cargo-Jack introduces two new acquaintances-How shall we get on shore?-Jack's plan-We adopt it-The use of a lever-Our tub-boat completed-Another night on the wreck-We collect a cargo-And embark-Jack's friends will not be left behind-Steer for the shore-Once more on land-We erect a tent-Glue soup-Jack makes the acquaintance of a lobster-Ernest shirks the water-Oysters and salt-How shall we eat our soup?-Ernest solves the difficulty-Fritz returns-The sucking-pig-How to open an oyster and how to eat it-The dogs devour the agouti-Fritz's anger-Our first night in the new country.įor many days we had been tempest-tossed. ![]()
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![]() ![]() To reveal anything more would be a crime. Corso takes up the job and then begin his investigations and a very mysterious odyssey full of twists and turns. There are only three surviving copies and Balkan is convinced that only one is authentic and the others, forgeries. He is hired by a wealthy book collector by the name of Boris Balkan (Frank Langella) to authenticate a rare and very special book in his possession, "The Nine Gates of the Kingdom of the Shadows". The story revolves around a man called Dean Corso (Johnny Depp), who happens to be a dealer in rare books. That is, of course, a classic, but that does not render The Ninth Gate any lesser in terms of quality. There is no sense comparing it to Polanski's earlier classic based on the supernatural, Rosemary's Baby. am I glad I did! This is one of Polanski's finest films. This, along with some comment I read somewhere that it is similar to Angel Heart, heightened my curiosity and finally saw it! And boy. ![]() However, it was after all, a supernatural thriller by Roman Polanski and that was reason enough for me to see it. "The Ninth Gate" is rated so low, even by the critics (and several movie buffs), I really did not have much expectations from this movie. Some of the critics ratings and user ratings really surprise and shock me at times. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The result is a deliciously funny, fact-filled, and adventurous performance by a writer who combines humor, wonder, and unflagging curiousity.ĭespite the fact that Australia harbors more things that can kill you in extremely nasty ways than anywhere else, including sharks, crocodiles, snakes, even riptides and deserts, Bill Bryson adores the place, and he takes his readers on a rollicking ride far beyond that beaten tourist path. ![]() ![]() In A Sunburned Country is his report on what he found in an entirely different place: Australia, the country that doubles as a continent, and a place with the friendliest inhabitants, the hottest, driest weather, and the most peculiar and lethal wildlife to be found on the planet. His previous excursion along the Appalachian Trail resulted in the sublime national bestseller A Walk in the Woods. Every time Bill Bryson walks out the door, memorable travel literature threatens to break out. ![]() ![]() ![]() also, i could set the dinner table while reading in my room and that would be rad. This book is great because she has SILVER EYES and that's so cool! also, she can throw rocks at people using her MIND, and i want to do that, too. unless there is a sequel to this book (and there is NOT), baby-karen imagined a whole bunch more to this book than ms. in answer to the question 'does this book hold up?' this time, i gotta say "no." i'm keeping baby karen's star rating, since there's no way to preserve the two ratings, but adult-karen rates this lower. ![]() As part of my personal reading challenges for 2017, once a month i will be revisiting a favorite book from when i was a little bitty karen and seeing if it holds up to my fond memories and determining if i can still enjoy it as an old and crotchety karen. ![]() ![]() ![]() Molly will do anything to protect her students. Colton might be the marine, but she isn’t leaving anyone behind. It isn’t safe for anyone, and Molly is ready to head to the woods, but not without all her students. Widowed boat tour operator, Kelly Walker, is determined to escape from Florida with her family before the flood waters rise and life as she knows it disappears. Things become much worse after a failed attempt by the local police has Diego seizing control and drawing a line in the sand. When an egotistical billionaire’s plan to solve climate change goes horribly wrong, it unleashes a catastrophe with devastating consequences. And Molly is certain he can’t be trusted…. ![]() But it soon becomes clear that he has a sinister motive of his own for taking over. At first, he seems determined to help the survivors and clean up the train's wreckage. And life has been reduced to a daily battle for survival….Īfter a derailed train throws what’s left of the town into chaos, Diego, the father of one of Molly's students, quickly takes charge. When Molly, Colton, and their group of high school students narrowly escape a field trip gone wrong, they return home to find their town in shambles. ![]() ![]() ![]() Plus, she'll hold a Q&A session diehard fans won't want to miss. She'll share personal photos, touching home movies and film clips that will entertain, intrigue and surprise. How she coped with Elvis' passing over 40 years ago. How she raised their daughter Lisa Marie in the age of tabloid news. Their marriage and life behind the gates of Graceland. Their courtship when she was barely a teenager. She reveals them and more in Elvis and Me, an intimate presentation that gives fans a rare look into her life with the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Priscilla Presley has many stories to tell. ![]() Audience members who attend the show also have an opportunity to ask her questions. Having heard so many inaccuracies about her life, she felt this live format was an opportunity for her to tell her truth and dispel the myths and rumors that have been put out there over the years. ![]() "Elvis & Me: An Evening with Priscilla Presley"Įlvis & Me: An Evening with Priscilla Presley, is a moderated conversation with Priscilla about her life, some of which includes her time with Elvis. Now, for the first time, here is the whole story of their. Priscilla also released a children's book called "Love Me Tender" and narrated the HBO documentary "Elvis Presley: The Searcher" airing April 14. In the shadow of the King, Michael Edwards fell passionately in love with Priscilla Presley. Priscilla Presley stopped by to share details on her latest project 'Elvis & Me: An Evening with Priscilla Presley." She was married to one of the most beloved artists in history. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() There's a supernatural subplot but most scenes happen exactly as they happen in the Bronte classic, and there are very few new characters. Jane Eyre is easily one of my favourite books of all time and My Plain Jane doesn't do much new with it. I don't think it worked as well when the authors switched from a funny retelling of history to a not-so-funny retelling of a well-known book. I felt like the previous book was a hilarious historical comedy this one was a meh Jane Eyre retelling. My Lady Jane was so so much fun when I read it last year, but I just felt like both the humour and the story were pretty bland in this book. ![]() ![]() Next, the television adaptation of The Books of Blood, a series I'm working on with Brannon Braga, is going forth, speedily, and working with Brannon is an absolute joy. He says these new stories are aimed to at very least match, and in some cases surpass, the intensity of the original Books of Blood. ![]() ![]() Barker has been working on it with Brannon Braga (24, SALEM, STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION) and he even goes so far as to say that the series will be expanded from the original stories to include new tales from the mind of Mr.Barker. Yes, it looks like I might be getting my ultimate wish as Barker himself has just announced that there is a TV series based on BOOKS OF BLOOD in the works. So this is probably the coolest news I've heard in a long time. ![]() Let me start this off by saying that I'm a major fan of Clive Barker and his BOOKS OF BLOOD. ![]() ![]() ![]() Clean Billionaire Beach Club Romance (16 books) by. Elana Johnson (Goodreads Author) 4.53 avg rating 6,419 ratings. ![]() Paulson (Goodreads Author) 4.23 avg rating 8,717 ratings. It is divided by genres, and includes folders for writing resources, book websites, videos/trailers, and blogs. Elana Johnson (Goodreads Author), Bonnie R. It is divided by genres, and includes folders for writing resources, book websit This group is dedicated to connecting readers with Goodreads authors. This group is dedicated to connecting readers with Goodreads authors. If you are having trouble finding the link to add a new thread, try this. Please avoid all-caps, especially in thread topics, as it is considered SHOUTING. ![]() They are able to edit and improve the Goodreads catalog, and have made it one of the better catalogs online.Īctivities include combining editions, fixing book and author typos, adding book covers and discussing policies. Goodreads Librarians are volunteers who have applied for and received librarian status on Goodreads. Non-librarians are welcome to join the group as well, to comment or request changes to book records.įor general comments on Goodreads and for requests for changes to site functionality, try Goodreads Help or use the Contact Us link instead.įor tips on being a librarian, check out the Elana writes sweet adult romance and romantic suspense, as well as sweet YA romance. Non-librarians are welcome to join the group as well, to A place where all Goodreads members can work together to improve the Goodreads book catalog. A place where all Goodreads members can work together to improve the Goodreads book catalog. ![]() ![]() ![]() Startled at his call, Melanie agrees to have lunch with him. Over the weekend, he travels to campus and uses the University's records to find her address and phone number. ![]() Lurie does not stop his pursuits there however. That very same night, Melanie is almost caught in Lurie's web of seduction until he quotes a cliché Shakespeare line, and she quickly leaves. Lurie first notices Melanie in the university gardens and invites her to his home for wine and dinner. After Lurie crosses the line by phoning Soraya at her home, he turns to one of his students to fulfill his desires. He has been twice divorced, has one child, and currently spends ninety minutes of his Thursday afternoons with a prostitute named Soraya. David Lurie is a Communications professor at Cape Town Technical University. ![]() |