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Dee Shulman

    This author has garnered acclaim for her distinctive approach to children's literature, drawing from her rich background in illustration and art. Her characters come alive with unexpected verve, mirroring the growth of her own children and often refusing to be controlled, injecting her narratives with a unique wit and humor. This dynamic interplay between author and creation ensures her work remains fresh and engaging for readers of all ages.

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    Afterlife
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    Delirium
    • Delirium

      • 427 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      Delirium is the gripping second instalment in the thrilling Parallon Trilogy that began with Fever - by award-winning author and illustrator Dee Shulman.Two worlds. Two millennia. One love . . .A fearless Roman gladiator.A reckless twenty-first-century girl.A mysterious virus unites them . . .Seth and Eva have survived the virus that brought them together, but when Eva's health deteriorates,they must find the source before it's too late. As more and more people succumb to the lethal fever, Seth must begin the perilous journey across time to try and stop its spread. But even he can't predict the devastating chain of events the virus has unleashed.A raging fever. A consuming passion. A love worth dying for.

      Delirium
      3.5
    • Fever (Book 1)

      • 416 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      Set in two distinct timelines, the narrative intertwines the life of Sethos Leontis, a formidable fighter in 152 AD facing a life-threatening injury, with Eva, a gifted but troubled student in 2012. As Eva navigates her new school, a pivotal incident in the lab propels her into a harrowing situation. The story explores themes of resilience and the consequences of one's actions across time, connecting the fates of these two characters in unexpected ways.

      Fever (Book 1)
      3.4
    • Afterlife

      • 360 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Two worlds. Two millennia. One love. Eva, on the brink of death, finds herself in another realm, confronting the truth behind the lethal fever she's battled and the relentless enemy pursuing her and Seth through time. Together, the daring twenty-first-century girl and the brave Roman gladiator must prepare for a climactic showdown. Their love is at risk, but the universe's fate hangs in the balance. This heart-stopping finale concludes the thrilling trilogy that began with Fever. Praise for the Parallon Trilogy highlights its twists, meticulous research, and unpredictability, making it an exhilarating read. Critics have lauded its evocative settings and emotional intensity, with one reviewer declaring it a "rare gem" much better than Twilight. The narrative is described as vivid, captivating, and passionate, appealing to both teens and adults alike. Readers have found it completely addictive, with some wishing they could devour it in one sitting. Dee Shulman, the author, writes from a studio that resembles a school quadrangle similar to St Magdalene's. With a degree in English from York University and experience in illustration, she has authored and illustrated around 50 books, including the popular My Totally Secret Diary series. Her works have been translated into numerous languages and have received critical acclaim, making her first foray into teenage literature a noteworthy success.

      Afterlife
    • De moeder van Polly Price is actrice en gaat naar San Francisco, Amerika om mee te spelen in een toneelstuk. Polly gaat mee, en wordt tijdens de repetities opgevangen door Donna, die erop moet letten dat ze wel gewoon haar huiswerk doet. De oppas moet ook een oogje houden op de vier jonge acteurs die meespelen in het toneelstuk. De jongens vindt Polly wel aardig, vooral Will, maar de twee meisjes zijn heel verwaand en gemeen. Uiteindelijk geeft Polly ze een koekje van eigen deeg… In haar handgeschreven dagboek vol humoristische illustraties beschrijft Polly al haar belevenissen. Een grappig kijkje achter de schermen van een professioneel toneelgezelschap.

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      3.8