**#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING MICHAEL B. JORDAN AND JAMIE FOXX • A powerful true story about the potential for mercy to redeem us, and a clarion call to fix our broken system of justice—from one of the most brilliant and influential lawyers of our time.“[Bryan Stevenson’s] dedication to fighting for justice and equality has inspired me and many others and made a lasting impact on our country.”—John LegendNAMED ONE OF THE MOST ...

Discover how one 3,000-year-old story shaped the books we read, the movies we watch, the games we play, and our very idea of what it means to be a hero.Homer’s Odyssey is one of the greatest adventure stories ever told. Filled with shipwrecks, monsters, gods, temptation, cunning, and one man’s desperate struggle to return home, it has captivated audiences for nearly three thousand years. But the story of Odysseus did far more than survive. It became a blue...

A moving collection of real-life stories of the rebels, resistance fighters, saboteurs, escapees and survivors who held on to hope through the horrors of the HolocaustWhile naturally dealing with a sombre topic, this book reminds us that there was still hope among the horrors of Auschwitz, focusing on those who fought against their captors, those who resisted or sabotaged operations, those who found ways to bring hope to other prisoners, and those who escaped o...

TEN HEISTS. TEN SUSPECTS. A MURDER MYSTERY ONLY ERNEST CUNNINGHAM CAN SOLVE...'Who knew murder could be so joyous? Sharp and funny, with characters you'll want to cheer for and a mystery to savour. You'll love it' TOM HINDLE'Benjamin Stevenson is a writer you don’t want to miss' 5***** reader review----My name is Ernest Cunningham. I’ve spent the last few years solving murders. But a...

Knives Out and Clue meet Agatha Christie and The Thursday Murder Club in this “utterly original” (Jane Harper), “not to be missed” (Karin Slaughter), fiendishly clever locked room mystery that blends classic and modern whodunits.“A witty twist on classic whodunits… Stevenson not only 'plays fair,' he plays the mystery game very, very well.” — Maureen Corrigan, Washington PostEveryone in my family has killed someone. Some of us, the high achievers, have killed more than once...

If You’re Looking for Enthralling, Magical Fairy Tales to Help Your Child Relax and Find Comfort at Night, Then Keep Reading!Are you looking for a great bedtime routine for your child that will help them wind down after a hectic day of school and play?Do you want to cultivate your child’s creativity and sense of wonder using some of the great classics of our time?Who doesn’t?!Every parent wants two things for...

"The Wrecker" is set in the late 19th century and features a complex and episodic plot. The story follows the adventures of two main characters, Loudon Dodd, an American attorney, and James Pinkerton, a detective. The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of the landscapes and seafaring adventures, as well as its exploration of themes such as greed, ambition, and moral choices.The title "The Wrecker" refers to a mysterious figure who engages in shipwrecking along the treacherous coasts...

Inspired by the tall tales left behind by a weathered, old seaman upon his death, young Jim Hawkins sets sail on a swashbuckling adventure of a lifetime to find the treasure—marked with an “X”—on an old map that belonged to an infamous pirate called Captain Flint.HarperPerennial Classics brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Look for more titles in the HarperPerennial...

***NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER*'An unforgettable story of greed, financial madness and moral decay' Rory Stewart**'Hilarious, shocking and deeply sad — often in the same sentence' Sunday Times'The Wolf of Wall Street with a moral compass' Irvine WelshAn outrageous, white-knuckle journey to the dark heart of an intoxicating world - from someone who survived the trading game and then blew it a...

He survived—but can he ever truly escape? A chilling psychological novel about damage, desperation, and a man trapped by childhood trauma.When Monty was a child, he killed his father. His father had been kidnapping and murdering women for years, and forcing Monty to help. Monty survived—physically. He was adopted by a wonderful, caring family and is now a wealthy and successful man. On the outside.But now, the last of his adoptive family has died. Monty lives...

Stories about devils and demons were literary staples long before the modern horror field came into existence. Our earliest story in this volume, by Washington Irving, was published in 1824...and the fact that these tales span almost 200 years shows how enduring the theme remains. Here, then, are 25 great modern and classic tales of devils, demons, and the macabre. Enjoy!THE CONTRACT OF CARSON CARRUTHERS, by William P. McGivernBURNT TOAST, by Mack ReynoldsCRIME CLEAN-...

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series. Please note that the eBook edition does NOT include access to the audio edition and digital book. Written for learners of English as a foreign language, each title includes carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to ...