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It's 1958 and Rock & Roll is in full swing. Five friends are tested as they start a band in the tumultuous time of clashing societal forces, cultural unrest, and the resulting rise of artists like Elvis and Chuck Berry.The Hound Dogs spend their time plucking strings for fun in Stu's mom's basement, but it's only a matter of time before some of the members begin to have higher ambitions for the band. John, Stu, Jerry, and Patrick question each other's motives, some doubting if they can reach the height of Rock & Roll stardom together.With tensions rising, and the bandmates moving in different directions, The Hound Dogs end up with a surprise gig in front of a big audience - one they are not nearly prepared to play. Faced with the possibility of total failure on stage, they enlist the help of Danny Bruer, a talented new guitar player.However, Danny, whose guitar skills are unparalleled, is recruited by The Dice - a major band with a major ego problem, and they want something the Hound Dogs have, and they'll do whatever it takes to get it.When the two bands go head-to-head, will the Hound Dogs' friendship and love for music be enough to hold them together when the battle of the bands begins?

After the fascist takeover of his homeland and the murder of his parents, Jewish architecture student Samuel Zelnik thinks that he and his friends are bound for the gulag--or worse. Instead, he receives an unexpected offer of freedom working in the experimental utopian city of Duma. Awed by the city's dramatic architecture but confused by the other residents' strange behavior, Zelnik searches for his long-lost uncle who emigrated to Duma before him. His wanderings reunite him with Miriana Grannoff, an exiled avant-garde artist who was once his teacher. Her memorial installations hidden around the city equally enchant and repel him. And gradually, they begin to reveal a truth: Duma is not the workers' paradise it pretends to be.

"The Winning Touchdown" by Lester Chadwick is a sports-themed novel that follows the adventures of a group of young athletes striving for success on the football field. Here is a summary of the book:The story revolves around a high school football team known as the "Fairport Eleven." The team is made up of a group of dedicated and passionate young athletes who dream of achieving greatness in the world of American football.The central character of the story is Dick Merriwell, a star player on the team and a natural leader. Dick is not only an exceptional athlete but also a person of great character and integrity. He is well-liked and respected by his teammates, coaches, and the entire school community.As the football season progresses, the Fairport Eleven faces various challenges and obstacles on their path to victory. They go through rigorous training, endure injuries, and face tough opponents on the field. Throughout it all, Dick Merriwell's leadership and determination inspire the team to persevere and give their best effort.The climax of the story comes during a crucial football game in which the Fairport Eleven must score the winning touchdown to secure their championship hopes. The game is filled with suspense, drama, and intense competition as the team battles their rivals on the gridiron."The Winning Touchdown" not only celebrates the excitement of football but also highlights the values of teamwork, sportsmanship, and the importance of working together to achieve a common goal. It is a story of triumph over adversity and the rewards of dedication and perseverance.Lester Chadwick's novel captures the spirit of American football and the camaraderie that forms among teammates as they strive for victory. It remains a classic sports story that continues to resonate with readers who enjoy tales of athletic achievement and personal growth.

"The Turner Twins" by Ralph Henry Barbour is a story about the adventures of identical twins, Tom and Ted Turner. While they may look alike, their personalities couldn't be more different.Tom Turner is the responsible, diligent twin, while Ted is carefree and mischievous. This contrast in their characters leads to a series of comedic and heartwarming situations as they navigate their way through school life, friendships, and various challenges.Set in a boarding school, the novel provides a glimpse into the twins' relationships with classmates and teachers. It showcases their individual struggles and personal growth as they encounter important life lessons along the way.The story revolves around the twins' differing approaches to various dilemmas, which often result in amusing and touching moments. Through their experiences, readers witness the complexities of sibling dynamics and the valuable lessons that can be learned from understanding and appreciating one another's differences.Ralph Henry Barbour's writing captures the essence of adolescence and the intricacies of brotherly bonds. "The Turner Twins" is a coming-of-age tale that underscores the significance of friendship, loyalty, and personal development, making it an engaging read for young audiences and anyone who enjoys stories about the adventures of youth.

723 n. Chr.: Um den Germanen zu beweisen, dass ihre alten Götter tot sind, will Bonifatius die Donar-Eiche fällen. Doch das geht gewaltig schief und statt der Eiche liegt am Ende der Mönch am Boden! Und mit ihm die christliche Mission in Europa.1301 nDS: Immer wieder verschwinden in Colonia junge Frauen spurlos. Die Polizei vermutet organisierten Menschenhandel und setzt Kommissar Ragnar Anderssohn auf den Fall an. Gemeinsam mit einer Kollegin ermittelt er in einer Welt, in der in Köln kein Dom steht und in der mit Radwöhr bezahlt wird ...

A debut novel full of magic, adventure, and romance,The Book of Doorsopens up a thrilling world of contemporary fantasy for readers ofThe Midnight Library,The Invisible Life of Addie Larue,The Night Circus, and any modern story that mixes the wonder of the unknown with just a tinge of darkness.Cassie Andrews works in a New York City bookshop, shelving books, making coffee for customers, and living an unassuming, ordinary life. Until the day one of her favorite customersa lonely yet charming old mandies right in front of her. Cassie is devastated. She always loved his stories, and now she has nothing to remember him by. Nothing but the last book he was reading.But this is no ordinary bookIt is the Book of Doors.Inscribed with enigmatic words and mysterious drawings, it promises Cassie that any door is every door. You just need to know how to open them.Then shes approached by a gaunt stranger in a rumpled black suit with a Scottish brogue who calls himself Drummond Fox. Hes a librarian who keeps watch over a unique set of rare volumes. The tome now in Cassies possession is not the only book with great power, but it is the one most coveted by those who collect them. Now Cassie is being hunted by those few who know of the Special Books. With only her roommate Izzy to confide in, she has to decide if she will help the mysterious and haunted Drummond protect the Book of Doorsand the other books in his secret librarys carefrom those who will do evil. Because only Drummond knows where the unique library is and only Cassies book can get them there.But there are those willing to kill to obtain those secrets. And a dark forcein the form of a shadowy, sadistic womanis at the very top of that list.

Der scheue Gesellschaftswissenschaftler Juri bereitet die Eröffnung des Stadtmuseums der selbstorganisierten und freien Stadt Mela vor - sein lange geplantes Projekt. Doch dann gerät er unfreiwillig in die Schlagzeilen und es beginnt eine Hetzjagd auf ihn. Juri weiß nicht anders damit umzugehen, als in die Unterwelt von Mela zu flüchten. Als dabei sein Bezug zur Realität ins Schwanken gerät, droht er alles zu verlieren: seine Familie, seinen Partner und seinen Verstand.

"The Boy Spies of Philadelphia" by James Otis is a historical adventure novel set during the American Revolutionary War, showcasing the daring exploits of a group of young patriots who become spies for the American cause.In this captivating story, a group of resourceful and patriotic boys from Philadelphia decides to take an active role in the fight for American independence. With ingenuity and courage, they embark on espionage missions to gather crucial information about British troop movements and strategies. Operating in a city occupied by British forces, they face danger and intrigue while working undercover to aid the American revolutionaries.The novel celebrates the spirit of bravery, patriotism, and the young heroes who played significant roles in shaping the history of the United States. It portrays how these young spies risked their lives for the cause of freedom and independence.James Otis' storytelling immerses readers in the turbulent era of the American Revolution, offering an action-packed narrative that captures the essence of the struggle for liberty and the contributions of young individuals to a pivotal moment in history.

915 AD: The vast treasure fleet of China's Tang Dynasty reaches the western shores of North America, encountering the emerging Toltec Nation1115 AD: With advantages of steel and gunpowder acquired from China, the emerging Toltec Empire's junk, Golden Jaguar, makes landfall on the coast of Ireland.1215 AD: Amid wars, rebellion and plague the Toltec Empire has stretched across the Atlantic, conquering England and Ireland and setting its sights on the Continent beyond. 12:15 AD: Captain Mixcoatl, a hero of the Toltec Empire settles in with his wife at his new command at a fortress overlooking the provincial town of London.. Across the Irish Sea in Cashel, a local youth Fergus, renounces Christianity and is apprenticed to the service of the Toltec God Tezcatlipoca. On the road to nearby Saint Albans, Rowena, a young Saxon girl, trying to flee to the continent, falls into the hands of a band of outlaws. In a very different history where a New World empire conquers the old, where English knights in armour battle Toltec warriors with gunpowder, three very different people struggle to survive turbulent times beset with wars, rebellions and religious strife.

"The Republic is dead, let's burn the corpse"President Lamont has total control of the Gaelic Republic and is ruthlessly eliminating his opponents one by one; no one is safe.The Clan MacNachtan is battered and friendless, can it survive the assault of its many enemies?Gillespie is in love but must now face his greatest test.The final book in the Black Tower Trilogy reaches a dramatic climax.