Showing results for "Rose" in Literary History & Criticism

I never meant to fall for my billionaire stepbrother.But he has trapped me behind the kitchen counter, followed me into the girls’ locker room, and snuck into my bedroom when our parents were fast asleep more times than I can count.Basked in the privileges of wealth, fame, and high school football stardom, Jace is everything that I loathe. When our parents take a vacation and force us to spend a week alone, memories of our time together two years ago–before he broke my heart–come flooding back.And I want them all to go away, because…Senior year is supposed to be for staying under the ...

Sneaking around with my brother’s best friend is the least of my worries…Haunted by my last heartbreak, I have sworn off my brother’s friends. They are nothing but trouble.Especially Alec Wolfe: heir to a billion-dollar fortune, high school hockey star, and my brother's best friend.I despise everything about him… that is until he sneaks into my bedroom during my brother's party and tangles me into a dangerous web of secrets and lies. Alec takes everything from me that night, including my heart.But as fate would have it, an ominous stalker, menacing threats, and sinister secrets ...

My three bullies will blackmail me into anything.When I logged into that chatroom, all I was looking for was an escape from the pressures of exams, strict parents, and high expectations.Little did I know that my desire for fun would plunge me into a dangerous game, one orchestrated by a group of corrupt, cruel, and callous students who revel in chaos and thrive on blackmail.Redwood’s most feared gang: Poison.They are hell-bent on burning this world of privilege to the ground, and they've set their sights on an innocent girl they met online—me.If anyone discovers the truth, my good girl ...

A forbidden bond, an unruly alpha, and a love that defies the Chaos...Mates are supposed to last forever, but I discovered mine with another man nine years ago. Each night, I plead for a second chance to find a mate who can love a callous alpha like me.When the full moon ascends upon our dark valley, I find myself staring at Jade–my worst living enemy–and that innate urge to mark her claims my wolf.I despise the mate bond with her. I’ve hated her for what her father did to my life.But the relentless pull between us is undeniable, and my wolf refuses to let her go.Alpha Maddox is a ...

Generations of children have fallen in love with the pioneer saga of the Ingalls family, of Pa and Ma, Laura and her sisters, and their loyal dog. Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House books have taught millions of Americans about frontier life, giving inspiration to many and in the process becoming icons of our national identity. Yet few realize that this best-selling series wandered far from the actual history of the Ingalls family and from what Laura herself understood to be central truths about pioneer life.

The twin alphas will do anything to claim every inch of my body.Since I broke up with my last boyfriend, I yearned for the touch of a man…A yearning that’s remained unfulfilled for years now.Little did I know that when the Shadowcrown Pack enlisted my skills to strengthen their weakest wolves, I'd cross paths with the notorious twin alphas, Jax and Noah.Not one man, but two alphas who not only claim that I’m their second chance mate, but who cannot keep their hands off me.As the line between professionalism and passion blurs, I find myself ensnared in their powerful grasps. They'll stop ...

Warmly welcome to Mma Ramotswe podcast. A podcast for the fans of the The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency - a book novel series written by Sir Alexander McCall Smith from Scotland. Here you can enjoy interviews with people that has a connection to the The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency -novel series. We meet characters in the novel series that exists in real life like Dr Moffat that treat Mma Ramotswes father Obed. We meet people at places that is covered in the books like Elephant Havens. We meet Unity Dow, a former High Court judge that comes from the same village as Mma Ramotswe.

An erotic audio series for adults. When her father slain by her treacherous uncle, a nameless Princess has fled her home in search of a new life. Fate drives her to exotic shores where a new beginning for her awaits in a house of pleasure. But will she be willing to shed her old identity for something new?

Danske Dandridge was a Danish-born American poet, who is considered one of the major poets from West Virginia. In this volume, 36 of her poems are collected. The poems often read a lot like small fairy tales, and speak of nature, spirits, and emotions. - Summary by Carolin

This is a volume of poetry by American author George Parsons Lathrop. As the dedication reads, "I need give my verse no hint as to whom it sings for. The rose, knowing her own right, makes servitors of the light-rays to carry her color. So every line here shall in some sense breathe of thee, and in its very face bear record of her whom, however unworthily, it seeks to serve and honor." Rose was the name of his wife. - Summary by Carolin

The Rose and The Ring is a satirical work of fantasy fiction by William Makepeace Thackeray, which was originally published in 1854. It is the tale of a fairy, a king of two kingdoms, their offspring, and an old woman. Set in the fictional countries of Paflagonia and Crim Tartary, it criticizes the attitudes of the British upper class and challenges their ideals of beauty and marriage. The story revolves around the lives and fortunes of four royal cousins, Princesses Angelica and Rosalba, and Princes Bulbo and Giglio. The narrative is filled with humor.

Although Edith Nesbit is best known for her innovative children's books and classic ghost stories, she was at heart a poet. She began writing poetry at the age of 14 and published over 20 volumes of poetry during her lifetime. Her poetry was praised by authors and poets such as Algernon Swinburne, Oscar Wilde, and literary critic, Andrew Lang. Although her timeless poetry is little read today, she still ranks at 323 of the top 500 poets. - Summary by AnnaLisa

"Ah gracious Lord, these days are dangerous: Virtue is choked with foul Ambition, And Equity exil'd your Highness Land." Rehearsed and recorded over a five week period in quarantine, Wars of the Roses uses Shakespeare's Wars of the Roses Cycle to explore vital topics in our current national moment. This powerful and radical radio drama interrogates power and who holds it, systemic violence, oppression, and the struggle for systemic change. Brought to life by an acclaimed ensemble of performers, Wars of the Roses brings Shakespeare's histories to life in 2020 America.

The mother-daughter partnership that produced the Little House books has fascinated scholars and readers alike. Now, John E. Miller, one of America’s leading authorities on Laura Ingalls Wilder and Rose Wilder Lane, combines analyses of both women to explore this collaborative process and shows how their books reflect the authors’ distinctive views of place, time, and culture. He also addresses two controversial issues: How much did Lane actually contribute to the writing of the Little House books, and what was Wilder’s real attitude toward American Indians?

Fiction merges with history in this novel taking place during the turbulent times of the civil war and the horrors it entailed. Holme's silly, coquettish yet kind-hearted Rose will pull you in from the start. The sweet and pious Annie, the noble Tom Carleton, the motherly widow Mrs. Simms, the young and courageous Isaac, the mischievous rebel working for the south, and the brash, uneducated Bill Baker are just a few of the unforgettable characters who grow with every chapter. This is a tale of hardships and bravery, of fears and hopes, of inconsolable grief and love which will enthrall you to ...

Bienvenue dans La Rosée 🌹, un podcast qui met en lumière les écrivaines et leurs histoires, souvent laissées dans l'ombre. 🎙️Dans chaque épisode, nous prenons le temps de découvrir des voix uniques, dont les récits ouvrent de nouvelles perspectives sur le monde. Ici, on ne cherche pas à glorifier un genre ou une époque, mais à écouter des écrivaines qui explorent, dérangent et redéfinissent la littérature. Parce qu’une simple goutte de rosée peut changer l’air du matin, chaque livre, chaque récit a le pouvoir de renouveler notre manière d'appréhender le monde qui...

Julie le Breton is the illegitimate daughter of Lady Rose, who severed her relations with her aristocratic family when she had the baby and moved to Belgium with her partner. Twenty years later, her parents having died, Julie moves to London to become the companion of Lady Henry, a pillar of society. Only very few know of Julie’s parentage. Julie creates a stir in London society. However, she and Lady Henry fall out, partly because of Lady Henry’s jealousy of Julie’s success in society. Meanwhile, Julie is promoting the cause of a young and handsome soldier, Warkworth. Julie sets up her ...

Rose Wiley is a pretty country girl. She's engaged to Stephen Waterman, a country boy. She is quite content, until Claude Merril, a man from Boston, tells her that her love is ruining Stephen's life. A cute coming-of-age novel. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley: Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings: Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley: Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley: MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver: John Trevithick Ivory Dunn: Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry: David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher: Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett: ...

"Julie Le Breton enchants almost everyone around her with her smart, charm, and excellent manners. She almost belongs to the English highest nobility, but just almost… Her parents, 2 aristocrats who ran away from England in order to be together, could never marry - because her mother was married to someone else. Therefore, she is forced to work for the cruel Lady Henry Delafield, who hates her. She has a few good friends, amongst whom are 2 admirers… And that is only the beginning. This is a compelling drama, set mostly in England, among the English aristocracy. By turns smart, funny and ...

This is the first volume of poetry published by Rennell Rodd, British diplomat, poet and politician. Rodd received help publishing this volume from his friend Oscar Wilde, who also wrote the introduction for this volume. - Summary by Carolin