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« Un pur génie ! Et un bonheur de lecture de la première à la dernière ligne. » - The Independent Anthony Horowitz n'a pas une minute à lui. Entre l'écriture d'une série TV consacrée à Hercule Poirot et celle d'un roman dont le héros est Sherlock Holmes, son emploi du temps est plein à craquer. Et plus encore quand Steven Spielberg en personne lui commande un scénario pour la suite des aventures de Tintin. Aussi, quand Daniel Hawthorne, un ex-flic devenu détective, l'appelle pour lui proposer de rédiger un livre à quatre mains sur une enquête en cours, notre écrivain est réticent.

Reinvented: The Blueprint to Becoming Your Best Self is a powerful guide to personal transformation, healing, and purpose. It walks listeners through the journey of rediscovering who they are beneath the pain, doubt, and expectations of the past. Through fifteen empowering chapters, the book explores how to let go of limiting beliefs, build self-awareness, reprogram your mindset, and cultivate habits that create real change.

Delve into the intrigue-laden world of the Stuart court with Sir Anthony Weldons captivating exposé. Written in the tumultuous lead-up to the English Civil War, this insider account chronicles the antics and rivalries surrounding Kings James I and Charles I. Weldon, an experienced courtier, provides a scandalous look at diplomatic maneuvers, the rise and fall of favorites, and the machinations of ministers aiming to rule without Parliament. Discover the shocking events that defined this era, from Sir Walter Raleighs death sentence to the young Prince Charless audacious quest for a Spanish ...

In "How to Eat An Elephant," Anthony "AB" Brooks draws from decades of experience working with young people to offer a refreshingly practical approach to youth mentorship. Through heartwarming personal stories from his childhood in the close-knit community of Brooksville, Brooks illustrates how meaningful youth development happens not through finding perfect solutions, but through small, intentional steps—one bite at a time.

Dive into a captivating collection of five delightful tales by Anthony Trollope, featuring Why Frau Frohmann Raised Her Prices, The Lady of Launay, Christmas at Thompson Hall, The Telegraph Girl, and Alice Dugdale. Summarized by Nicholas Clifford, these stories promise to engage and entertain with their rich characters and intriguing plots.

The Way We Live Now is a biting satirical novel by Anthony Trollope, first published in London in 1875 after gaining popularity through serialization. Many of Trollopes contemporaries regarded it as his crowning achievement. Spanning a hundred chapters, this lengthy novel is intricately woven with subplots that reflect the tumultuous financial scandals of the early 1870s. With sharp wit, it critiques the rampant dishonesty of the era—commercial, political, moral, and intellectual. Notably, it stands as one of the last significant Victorian novels released in monthly installments. (Summary ...

In a world where sexuality, love, greed, and money take on new meanings, and death lurks around every corner, a captivating story unfolds. Father, a sophisticated and wealthy 60-year-old man, and his 34-year-old son both find themselves enamored with a stunning 27-year-old single woman. Initially, she becomes the lover of the father, a known adventurer with a penchant for beautiful, young women. However, when she meets his son, she falls deeply in love and marries him, perhaps driven by financial motives.

In Three Clerks, Anthony Trollopes sixth novel, we are transported into the heart of Victorian England, where the author penned much of his work while on the move for his job at the Post Office. Utilizing a unique writing tablet he designed for comfort, Trollope draws upon his own experiences as a clerk at the GPO in St Martin-le-Grand. This richly autobiographical tale explores the intertwining lives of three young clerks at the Weights and Measures office and their romantic entanglements with three sisters, showcasing the varying fortunes and challenges they face. Join us as we delve into ...

In Ralph the Heir, Anthony Trollope masterfully weaves a tapestry of diverse characters representing various English social classes and sentiments. The novel delves into the complexities of inheritance, the clash between extravagance and reason in financial matters, the courtship of young lovers, and the electoral practices of the era, inspired by Trollopes own experiences running for Parliament. The narrative is rich with subplots that illuminate Trollopes views on greed, snobbery, work ethics, and the quirks of dandyism. With a playful twist, we meet multiple characters named Ralph and ...

Set against the backdrop of the mid-19th century British Civil Service, this early novel by Trollope weaves a rich tapestry of romance and crime. Drawing from his own experiences as a junior clerk in the General Post Office, Trollope offers a captivating and poignant exploration of how ambition can shape friendships and influence love. (Summary by Anthony Ogus)

Behind the Facemask is a raw, unfiltered memoir of survival, addiction, anger, and the brutal work of becoming a present father and a decent man. Anthony James Hodel grew up learning to keep his guard up and his fists ready. Success came fast—business wins, money, attention—but the past never let go. Rage detonated relationships. Addiction stole time he’ll never get back. Courtrooms, custody battles, and nights he can’t forget pushed him to the edge. This book is the full reckoning. Hodel tells the truth about shame, trauma, and the way pain finds pain.

Dive into the intriguing world of The Small House at Allington, a captivating tale of the widowed Mrs. Dale and her daughters, Isabella (Bell) and Lilian (Lily), who reside in the quaint Small House. Gifted rent-free by the bachelor Squire of Allington, Christopher Dale, this charming home becomes the backdrop for a complex web of courtship and rivalry. As the fifth installment in the Chronicles of Barsetshire, Trollope introduces us to the ambitious Plantagenet Palliser, who finds himself embroiled in the romantic entanglements of Lady Dumbello, while the lives of the young and earnest John ...

Dive into the captivating world of Phineas Finn, where ambition meets romance, and love is often intertwined with the pursuit of wealth. This novel unfolds against the backdrop of British parliamentary politics, exploring the complexities of relationships and the quest for power. - Summary by Deon Gines

Dive into the intriguing world of politics with The Prime Minister, the fifth novel in Trollopes captivating Palliser Series. This tale chronicles the tumultuous term of Plantagenet Palliser as he navigates the complexities of leadership in the UK. Expect unexpected twists and surprising turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. - Summary by Deon Gines

In The Last Chronicle of Barset, Anthony Trollope weaves a rich tapestry of intrigue and emotion, often hailed as his greatest work. This captivating novel revisits beloved characters from the Barsetshire series, particularly focusing on the Rev. Josiah Crawley, an impoverished curate embroiled in a scandal over the alleged theft of £20. As the mystery unfolds, we also witness the delicate courtship of Major Grantly and Grace Crawley, set against the disapproval of the Majors imposing parents, Archdeacon Grantly and his wife. Meanwhile, the adventures of Johnny Eames, a key figure from The ...

After a tumultuous youth and a bitter estrangement from his father, John Caldigate embarks on a journey to Australia with his friend Dick Shand, eager to strike it rich in the goldfields of New South Wales. During the voyage, he encounters the captivating Euphemia Smith, and their passionate affair unfolds aboard the ship. After facing numerous trials, Caldigate finally hits the jackpot and returns to England, where he marries the familiar Hester Bolton and welcomes a son into the world. Life seems idyllic as he positions himself as his fathers heir. However, the unexpected return of Euphemia,...

In this compelling rendition of Trollopes finest work, LibriVox reader Nicholas Clifford introduces us to the deeply flawed yet fascinating character of Josiah Crawley. This proud and tormented clergyman faces the grave consequences of his human weaknesses when he stands trial for the alleged theft of a twenty-pound cheque. The trial brings turmoil to his devoted family, particularly affecting his long-suffering wife, Mary, and their daughter, Grace, the novels romantic heroine. As Crawleys plight unfolds, he increasingly evokes the tragic figure of King Lear, lost in his own despair. Join us ...

When it was first published in 1874, Lady Anna faced a lukewarm reception, even provoking outrage among conservative critics who claimed, This is the sort of thing the reading public will never stand...a man must be embittered by some violent present exasperation who can like such disruptions of social order as this. Yet, Anthony Trollope regarded it as the best novel I ever wrote! Very much! Quite far away above all others! This carefully crafted and impassioned exploration of forced marriage within the tumultuous backdrop of Radical politics and social inequality chronicles Countess Lovel’...

What does it take to live an extraordinary life? The answers will surprise you. In this follow-up to the bestselling first book, Anthony Pompliano writes 65 new letters to his children with inspiring lessons on how to succeed in business, have great relationships, do well with money, and live a...

In the opulent world of Tretton Park, Mr. Scarborough, a wealthy patriarch, faces his mortality. As he prepares to leave his estate, a dark cloud looms over his family. His eldest son, Mountjoy, has squandered their fortune on unscrupulous money-lenders who now threaten to claim everything. In a shocking twist, Mr. Scarborough declares Mountjoy illegitimate, asserting that he married just before the birth of his younger son, Augustus, positioning him as the rightful heir. But is this revelation truth or a desperate maneuver to save the family fortune from falling into the hands of unscrupulous...