Elizabeth May Bücher

Die Schlacht um Schottland ist verloren, und Aileana Kameron, die letzte Feenjägerin, verschwand durch das magische Portal, das sie eigentlich für immer verschließen wollte. Nun ist sie in den Händen ihres gefährlichsten Feindes und gefangen in der düsteren Feenwelt. Aileana hat schon jede Hoffnung auf Rettung aufgegeben, als sie Hilfe von unerwarteter Seite bekommt und zurück in die Welt der Menschen fliehen kann. Doch dort herrschen inzwischen die Feen. Nur wenn Aileana alles auf eine Karte setzt, kann sie die, die sie liebt, noch retten ...

Schön, talentiert und tödlich – Aileana Kameron hat nur ein Ziel: die Feen, die ihre Mutter getötet haben, zur Strecke zu bringen Ballsaison im Edinburgh des Jahres 1844: Jeden Abend verschwindet die junge und bildschöne Aileana Kameron für ein paar Stunden vom Tanzparkett. Die bessere Gesellschaft zerreißt sich natürlich das Maul über sie, aber niemand ahnt, was die Tochter eines reichen Marquis während ihrer Abwesenheit wirklich tut: Nacht für Nacht jagt sie mithilfe des mysteriösen Kiaran die Kreaturen, die vor einem Jahr ihre Mutter getötet haben – die Feen. Doch deren Welt ist dunkel und tückisch, und schon bald gerät Aileana selbst in tödliche Gefahr ...

Examines the causes of climate change, discussing how it affects everyday life and what readers can do to make a difference

The long-awaited final book in the Falconer trilogy is an imaginative tour-de-force that will thrill fans of the series. Aileana Kameron, resurrected by ancient fae magic, returns to the world she once knew with no memory of her past and with dangerous powers she struggles to control. Desperate to break the curse that pits two factions of the fae against each other in a struggle that will decide the fate of the human and fae worlds, her only hope is hidden in an ancient book guarded by the legendary Morrigan, a faery of immense power and cruelty. To save the world and the people she loves, Aileana must learn to harness her dark new powers even as they are slowly destroying her. Packed with immersive detail, action, romance, and fae lore, and publishing simultaneously in the UK, The Fallen Kingdom brings the Falconer's story to an epic and unforgettable conclusion.

Set against the backdrop of a crumbling empire, the story follows abandoned civilians struggling to survive after the Roman legions march off to distant battles. As enemies invade their towns, the remaining inhabitants face starvation and violence. A retired soldier and his family take refuge in an old cavalry fort, where they are joined by a village headman and a brewer with his daughter. Together, they must navigate the harsh realities of survival and forge a new community amidst the chaos.

After the ambush to the Novantae resistance, the survivors scatter across the galaxy. Then Ariadne receives a message: the Oracle has gone rogue. The AI wants One's daughter back and will do anything to get her. The seven devils realize they must get to the heart of the Empire and destroy the Oracle, no matter the sacrifice.

The book chronicles a 12-year battle to protect a unique global ecosystem known as "Canada's Galapagos" from logging. Originally published in 1990, the updated edition provides an in-depth look at the environmental and social challenges faced by activists and the impact of their efforts on conservation. Through vivid storytelling, it highlights the importance of preserving biodiversity and the resilience of those fighting for ecological justice.

The narrative intertwines memoir and manifesto, showcasing Elizabeth May's evolution from a child activist alerting peers about environmental dangers to her roles as a waitress, law student, lawyer, and environmental advocate. It captures her journey to becoming the leader of the Green Party and the first elected Green Party MP, highlighting her insights on democracy and climate change. Through personal anecdotes, May emphasizes the pivotal experiences and influential figures that shaped her convictions on pressing issues facing Canadians.

Set in the tumultuous fifth century, the story follows Quintus, a veteran who lost an arm in battle, as he embarks on a journey to escort a princess to Ireland. Along the way, he encounters historical figures like St. Patrick, Niall of the Nine Hostages, and Count Constantinus, intertwining his fate with the decline of the Western Roman Empire. As he navigates this dynamic landscape, Quintus’s choices significantly influence the future of Western Europe, showcasing the impact of individual actions on history.