[PDF] In The Shadow Of Papillon eBook

Author : Frank Kane
Publisher : Random House
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 24,54 MB
Release : 2012-11-02
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1780577532

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Following the collapse of his business and the loss of his home, Frank Kane made a catastrophic decision. In desperation, he agreed to smuggle cocaine out of Venezuela. Almost inevitably, he and his girlfriend, Sam, were caught. The price they paid was a ten-year sentence in the hell of the overcrowded Venezuelan prison system, notorious for corruption and abuse, and rife with weapons and gangs. At one point, Frank was held in the remote El Dorado prison, better known for being the one-time home of Henri Charrière, or Papillon. He witnessed countless murders as gang leaders fought for power, and he had to become as ruthless as his fellow inmates in order to survive. In an attempt to dull the reality of the horrendous conditions, he succumbed to drugs. After enduring years of systematic beatings by the guards and attempts on his life by inmates, Frank suffered more than one breakdown. He lost over four stone and was riddled with disease, but somehow he found the strength within himself to survive and was eventually released in 2004 after serving over seven years of his sentence. During the long walk back from hell, Frank decided to tell his story.

Author : Frank Kane
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 16,17 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Drug couriers
ISBN :

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Following the collapse of his business and the loss of his home Frank Kane agreed to smuggle cocaine out of Venezuela. Almost inevitably, he and his girlfriend were caught and sentenced to ten years in prison.

Author : Miwa Ueda
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 10,38 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Comic books, strips, etc
ISBN : 9780345517173

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"Ageha is finally living her dreams. After a fabulous makeover--and a little help from her handsome guidance counselor-turned-boyfriend Kyû-chan--Ageha is happier than she's ever been in her life. But she still has one problem: Hana, her twin sister, has her eye on Kyû-chan. Hana is willing to do anything to snare him--even if it means disguising herself as Ageha! Will she succeed? Find out in this special omnibus edition, collecting volumes 5 and 6 of Papillon!"--Page 4 of cover.

Author : Elizabeth Kostova
Publisher : Ballantine Books
Page : 497 pages
File Size : 24,45 MB
Release : 2017-04-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0345527887

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From the #1 bestselling author of The Historian comes a mesmerizing novel that spans the past and the present—and unearths the troubled history of a gorgeous but haunted country. A young American woman, Alexandra Boyd, has traveled to Sofia, Bulgaria, hoping that life abroad will salve the wounds left by the loss of her beloved brother. Soon after arriving in this elegant East European city, however, she helps an elderly couple into a taxi—and realizes too late that she has accidentally kept one of their bags. Inside she finds an ornately carved wooden box engraved with a name: Stoyan Lazarov. Raising the hinged lid, she discovers that she is holding an urn filled with human ashes. As Alexandra sets out to locate the family and return this precious item, she will first have to uncover the secrets of a talented musician who was shattered by political oppression—and she will find out all too quickly that this knowledge is fraught with its own danger. Elizabeth Kostova’s new novel is a tale of immense scope that delves into the horrors of a century and traverses the culture and landscape of this mysterious country. Suspenseful and beautifully written, it explores the power of stories, the pull of the past, and the hope and meaning that can sometimes be found in the aftermath of loss. Praise for The Shadow Land “A compelling and complex mystery, strong storytelling, and lyrical writing combine for an engrossing read.”—Publishers Weekly “In The Shadow Land, Elizabeth Kostova, a master storyteller, brings vividly to life an unfamiliar country—Bulgaria—and a painful history that feels particularly relevant now. You won’t want to put down this remarkable book.”—Claire Messud, author of The Woman Upstairs “In this brilliant work, what appears at first a minor mystery quickly becomes emblematic of a whole country’s hidden history. Lyrical and compelling, The Shadow Land proves a profound meditation on how evil is inflicted, endured, and, through courage and compassion, defeated. Elizabeth Kostova’s third novel clearly establishes her as one of America’s finest writers.”—Ron Rash, author of The Risen

Author : Buki Papillon
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 44,3 MB
Release : 2021-09-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1643137824

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An extraordinary literary debut about a Nigerian boy's secret intersex identity and his desire to live as a girl. Oto leaves for boarding school with one plan: excel and escape his cruel home. Falling in love with his roommate was certainly not on the agenda, but fear and shame force him to hide his love and true self. Back home, weighed down by the expectations of their wealthy and powerful family, the love of Oto's twin sister wavers and, as their world begins to crumble around them, Oto must make drastic choices that will alter the family's lives for ever. Richly imagined with art, proverbs and folk tales, this moving and modern novel follows Oto through life at home and at boarding school in Nigeria, through the heartbreak of living as a boy despite their profound belief they are a girl, and through a hunger for freedom that only a new life in the United States can offer. An Ordinary Wonder is a powerful coming-of-age story that explores complex desires as well as challenges of family, identity, gender, and culture, and what it means to feel whole.

Author : Jean-Dominique Bauby
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 50,83 MB
Release : 2008-03-06
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0307454835

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A triumphant memoir by the former editor-in-chief of French Elle that reveals an indomitable spirit and celebrates the liberating power of consciousness. In 1995, Jean-Dominique Bauby was the editor-in-chief of French Elle, the father of two young children, a 44-year-old man known and loved for his wit, his style, and his impassioned approach to life. By the end of the year he was also the victim of a rare kind of stroke to the brainstem. After 20 days in a coma, Bauby awoke into a body which had all but stopped working: only his left eye functioned, allowing him to see and, by blinking it, to make clear that his mind was unimpaired. Almost miraculously, he was soon able to express himself in the richest detail: dictating a word at a time, blinking to select each letter as the alphabet was recited to him slowly, over and over again. In the same way, he was able eventually to compose this extraordinary book. By turns wistful, mischievous, angry, and witty, Bauby bears witness to his determination to live as fully in his mind as he had been able to do in his body. He explains the joy, and deep sadness, of seeing his children and of hearing his aged father's voice on the phone. In magical sequences, he imagines traveling to other places and times and of lying next to the woman he loves. Fed only intravenously, he imagines preparing and tasting the full flavor of delectable dishes. Again and again he returns to an "inexhaustible reservoir of sensations," keeping in touch with himself and the life around him. Jean-Dominique Bauby died two days after the French publication of The Diving Bell and the Butterfly. This book is a lasting testament to his life.

Author : Robin Lee Hatcher
Publisher : Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 19,47 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780842355582

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When Deborah discovers she is married to an alcoholic, she is faced with a life she never expected.

Author : Sara M. Barton
Publisher : Sara Barton
Page : 117 pages
File Size : 35,13 MB
Release : 2019-06-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN :

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Book #2 in the three-book saga of a woman on the run. (This ongoing story begins in “Who Hates Marigold Flowers”, Book #1, and concludes in “Bury Me in Paradise”, Book #3.) In Book #1, the former Marigold Flowers was booted out of WitSec when she was suspected of orchestrating the attempted murder of a US Marshal. Luckily, she found sanctuary with the two younger Cornwall brothers. Jackson and Lincoln kept her out of the hands of determined contract killers with the help of family and friends. Now in Book #2, it’s time for the oldest Cornwall brother to delve into her past and find out who murdered her fiancé. Having shed her old identity, the reborn Olivia Michaud is determined to prove her innocence. There's only one problem. All the available evidence seems to indicate her guilt. Forced to flee yet again, this time with a new team of protectors, she's still tormented by the death of the man she planned to marry. Was it her fault Jared Spears was brutally murdered? Did it have something to do with her secret past? Jefferson Cornwall, the prickly and demanding best-selling thriller author and TV producer, is hardly a pushover when it comes to taking on a woman with contract killers out to get her. But he can't make up his mind about her involvement in the crimes. Sparks fly between them, complicating the case, as they spar over the truth and their attraction to one another. Will he abandon her just when the mastermind of this convoluted plot gets close enough to destroy her?

Author : P.D. Workman
Publisher : pd workman
Page : 3036 pages
File Size : 42,19 MB
Release : 2023-12-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1774686694

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Uncover the Enchanting Mysteries of Reg Rawlins, Psychic Investigator, a Paranormal Cozy Mystery Series! A Step into the captivating world of Black Sands, where mythical creatures roam and secrets lurk in every corner. Join Reg Rawlins, a self-professed con artist turned fortune teller, as she unravels the spellbinding mysteries of this magic-filled town. With psychics, witches, fairies, and more, get ready for a suspenseful adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Award-winning and USA Today Bestselling Author P.D. Workman invites you to immerse yourself in this captivating paranormal cozy mystery series. With a touch of enchantment, a dash of supernatural suspense, and captivating twists, these books are sure to leave you spellbound! This incredible set includes: What the Cat Knew A Psychic with Catitude A Catastrophic Theft Night of Nine Tails The Immortal's Key Yule's Sinister Spell Fairy Blade Unmade Web of Nightmares A Whisker’s Breadth Skunk Man Swamp Magic Ain’t a Game Without Foresight Careful of Thy Wishes Time to Your Elf Undiscovered Tomb Missing Powers Thrice Spared Cloaked Campaign ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ It sounds like a fairly gentle story, but there is a lot of suspense involved. Add a bunch of humor to the mix and you are in for a treat … This is a story that you don’t want to put down. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This book has all my favourite things: heart, great writing, nearly-flawless editing, something unusual in the air, and a cat. Immerse yourself in a world where magical creatures roam, and mysteries abound. Don't miss out on the adventure of a lifetime! Get your hands on these captivating books today and let the magic unfold! FALL UNDER REG’S SPELL TODAY.