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Catherine Ada Campbell spent her childhood summers with her parents in a travelling carnival, with the giant Ferris Wheel babysitting her for hours. In fourth grade, she waved to crowds atop a parade float. She enjoyed lavish birthday parties and studied ballet. Unlike many of her peers, Campbell knew she was never abused. But at the age of 34, a chance phone call with her brother shattered everything she thought she knew about her family and her past: her memories were false.

The digital world is under attack. Cybersec Talks is your front-row seat to understanding it. Hosted by Alan and Ada, created and produced by Marco Francolini, each episode tackles a different corner of cybersecurity, from emerging threats and real-world breaches to the technical mechanics behind the headlines. The attackers never stop. Neither do we.

Brought to you by Penguin. *A perfect cozy mystery to curl up with this Christmas* A luxury party sets sail on New Year's Day. But festivities will take a deadly turn… New Year’s Day 1939. The luxurious ocean liner The Midnight Star is partway through its voyage from London to New York. On...

In Sisters, we delve into the life of Ada Cambridge, an English-born Australian writer who made her mark as Australia’s first notable female poet. However, it is her captivating novels that have solidified her legacy, with over twenty-five works of fiction, three poetry collections, and two autobiographical volumes to her name. Many of her stories found their first audience through serialization in Australian newspapers, remaining largely unpublished in book form. This narrative unfolds over three to four decades, capturing the intricate lives of the four Pennycuick sisters and their ...

In den berüchtigten Kerkern von Raspa wartet die vermeintliche Diebin Zara auf ihre Hinrichtung. Doch dann verspricht der König ihr die Freiheit – unter einer Bedingung: Sie muss sich in seinem tödlichen Wettkampf gegen andere Verurteilte behaupten, um dann ein legendäres Relikt zu stehlen. Die Mission ist überaus waghalsig, ihre Gegner sind gefürchtete Verbrecher, und Zara weiß, ihre einzige Chance zu überleben ist eine Allianz mit ihrem Zellengenossen Crane. Dieser ist undurchschaubar, gefährlich – und verfolgt seine eigenen Ziele. Kann sie ihm wirklich vertrauen?

Von Bestsellerautorin Ada Caine: Eine junge Gouvernante verbirgt ihre adlige Herkunft – der Weg in ein neues Leben? Österreich-Ungarn, 1896: Nachdem die junge Komtess Hanna ihr Erbe verloren hat, findet sie Zuflucht und Unterstützung bei der Oblatenbäckerin Burgl in Karlsbad. Zum Glück lernt sie so Gräfin Valeria kennen, die sie als Gouvernante für ihre Enkelin Antonia auf ihrem Landsitz anstellt. Trotz anfänglicher Schwierigkeiten gelingt es Hanna, eine Beziehung zu Antonia aufzubauen.

Dive into a delightful collection of enchanting tales and poems celebrating the magic of winter, Christmas, and New Years Day. Curated by Ada M. Skinner and Eleanor L. Skinner, these stories bring warmth and joy to the holiday season (Summary by RomaSingh).

Dive into a captivating collection of stories, legends, and poems that celebrate the beauty of summer and the wonders of nature. Each tale is designed to spark your imagination, evoke laughter, and invite you to explore deeper spiritual meanings. Join us for an enchanting journey through enchanting narratives that resonate with the heart. - Summary by RomaSingh Proof-listeners Aysh & Michele Eaton

Dive into a delightful collection of stories, legends, and poems that celebrate the enchanting seasons of autumn, Halloween, and Thanksgiving. As highlighted in the introduction, these nature-inspired tales captivate young readers, sparking curiosity about the worlds beauty and mysteries. With translations from Danish, French, German, and more, this book features charming animal stories and poetry from renowned authors. Its a treasure trove for both young and older audiences alike, perfect for cozy reading during the harvest season. When the Frost is on the Pumpkin... - Summary by Nan Dodge

Welcome to the 80s, and to the raunchiest summer of your life When Lady Opal Fairfax discovers her scoundrel of a husband cheating, she decides to turn the tables on him. Instead of getting a divorce, she’s going to get even. Opal invites five daring (and gorgeous) artists to her manor...

Step into the vibrant world of Edwardian London with Loves Shadow, the captivating first installment of The Little Ottleys trilogy. Authored by Ada Leverson, a close friend of Oscar Wilde, this delightful social comedy sparkles with sharp wit and keenly observed dialogue. Meet Bruce and Edith Ottley, a seemingly perfect couple whose lives are anything but flawless. Bruce is a self-absorbed hypochondriac and extravagant spender, leaving Edith to navigate the challenges of managing her stubborn husband. As their circle of friends embarks on their own tumultuous journeys through love and marriage...

Kelli Reynolds loves creating stories more than anything in the world. But on Callisto, a generative AI company called Inspiration owns everything, including all the media, and only Inspiration determines which stories can be told. Kelli has a rare and coveted job where her autism is to her advantage: She precisely edits AI output into "appropriate" stories for Inspiration's massive TV audience. Her proudest creation is the pirate Orlando—a dashing do-gooder based on stories she used to tell friends.

In the delightful second installment of the Little Ottleys trilogy, we find ourselves in a whimsical Edwardian world where nothing is quite as it seems. Years have passed since Loves Shadow, yet Bruce Ottley remains his irritable self, while his loving wife Edith continues to navigate his peculiarities with grace and fondness. However, when the dashing Aylmer Ross enters the scene, the undeniable chemistry between him and Edith disrupts their once tranquil life. Will this unexpected attraction spell disaster for the Ottleys marriage? With its lighthearted dialogue and sharp wit, this charming ...

In Man On The Other Side, Ruths life takes an unexpected turn as she navigates the challenges of her upbringing in an orphanage. Working at a bookstore, she finds solace in stories until the outbreak of the Great War sends her to the front lines in France. After the war, she marries, but the question lingers can she be satisfied as a traditional country wife, or will her newfound power and experiences push her to seek something more? How will her husband reconcile their vastly different backgrounds? - Summary by Stav Nisser

In the captivating conclusion of the Little Ottleys trilogy, three years have passed since Bruce and Edith faced the brink of marital despair. Thanks to Ediths unwavering patience and forgiveness, they have navigated their struggles and find themselves in a seemingly stable life, even with the looming shadow of the First World War. However, the tranquility is disrupted when Madame Frabelle, their enchanting house guest, arrives and captivates everyone around her, showing no signs of departing. Complicating matters further, Ediths dashing former love, Aylmer Ross, returns home wounded from the ...

Dive into the whimsical world of Little Dramas for Primary Grades, featuring 37 delightful short and very short plays designed specifically for young children. Each play is brought to life by an array of talented narrators, including Linette Geisel and Tomas Peter, who embody a variety of charming characters. From the adventures of a curious Camel to the playful antics of a Little Fir Tree, these engaging stories are perfect for sparking creativity and imagination in young minds. Join the fun and inspire the next generation of performers!

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Peace and order are now figments of the past. Corruption, deception, and insurgency hum within the once steadfast leadership of the Hives, nations without fixed location. The heartbreaking truth is that for decades, even centuries, the leaders of the great Hives bought the world’s stability with a trickle of secret murders, mathematically planned. So that no faction could ever dominate. So that the balance held. The Hives’ façade of solidity is the only hope they have for maintaining a semblance of order, for preventing the public from succumbing to the savagery and bloodlust of wars past.

In the future, the leaders of Hive nations–nations without fixed location–clandestinely committed nefarious deeds in order to maintain an outward semblance of utopian stability. But the facade could only last so long. The comforts of effortless global travel and worldwide abundance may have tempered humanity's darkest inclinations, but conflict remains deeply rooted in the human psyche. All it needed was a catalyst, in form of special little boy to ignite half a millennium of repressed chaos.