This author crafts compelling narratives within the romance genre, focusing on the intricate dynamics of relationships and the art of dialogue. Her work explores themes of love and human connection, delving into the emotional landscapes of her characters. Drawing on her background in scriptwriting, she brings a unique skill for dialogue that makes her stories particularly engaging.
Was he simply incapable of love? Top New Zealand lawyer Hugh Walton was one of the coldest men Julia had ever met. She was prepared to love him, but she couldn't break down the final emotional barrier. And Hugh made it clear he preferred the company of the icily beautiful Ann Farrow, who would never challenge him to reveal any human warmth, or offer him the kind of passion Julia yearned to give... .
The story of filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki's life and work, including his significant impact on Japan and the world--"an essential work in anime scholarship." (Angelica Frey, Hyperallergic) A thirtieth-century toxic jungle, a bathhouse for tired gods, a red-haired fish girl, and a furry woodland spirit--what do these have in common? They all spring from the mind of Hayao Miyazaki, one of the greatest living animators, known worldwide for films such as My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, Howl's Moving Castle, and The Wind Rises. Japanese culture and animation scholar Susan Napier explores the life and art of this extraordinary Japanese filmmaker to provide a definitive account of his oeuvre. Napier insightfully illuminates the multiple themes crisscrossing his work, from empowered women to environmental nightmares to utopian dreams, creating an unforgettable portrait of a man whose art challenged Hollywood dominance and ushered in a new chapter of global popular culture.
This new edition of the groundbreaking popular book is a must-have for both seasoned and new fans of anime. Japanese animation is more popular than ever following the 2002 Academy Award given to Hayao Miyazaki's Spirited Away. It confirmed that anime is more than just children's cartoons, often portraying important social and cultural themes. With new chapters on Spirited Away and other recent releases, including Howl's Moving Castle--Miyazaki's latest hit film, already breaking records in Japan--this edition will be the authoritative source on anime for an exploding market of viewers who want to know more.
That night Emily Quest had dressed to the nines and had gone to a champagne-drenched party with Auckland's elite - where she'd been rescued by a handsome stranger with laser blue eyes. Despite the heart-stopping attraction between them, Emily had thought she'd never see him again. But now, years later, he's right in front of her, as sexy as ever.
For three years, Kalera has been a model secretary to Duncan Royal, with only one hiccup in their otherwise perfect relationship: a one-night stand that should never have happened, and which both have tried to forget. Or so Kalera thought. But Duncan is haunted by their one night of unbelievable passion, and secretly longs for their relationship to develop after office hours. As a rule, he can have any woman he wants--so he's furious when Kalera announces her engagement to another man! Whatever it takes, Duncan intends to entice her into his bed once more--and this time it will be forever.
'Stop It!' 'Don't you think you've had sufficient revenge?' Olivia said stiffly. 'Not now I have the taste for it,' Jordan murmured, and her eyes went involuntarily to his mouth. It curved sensually, knowingly, and she tried once more to push him away. This time, to her surprise, she succeeded. 'If this is revenge then I know why they call it sweet. Did I mention I have a very sweet tooth, Olivia?'
Nina should be sympathetic towards the mysterious amnesiac man she's rescued in a storm. After all, she knows what it's like to lose one's memory; two years are missing from her own life. But she's both drawn to him and strangely frightened by him... and why does he refuse to leave?
No doubt about it, Jessica was trapped! Knowing it was her own fault didn't ease her frustration. Who'd have expected the consequences of her foolhardy act to save her brother's career would pursue her from England to Australia? Seemingly, she'd left a clue that Matthew Grieve had followed. And it was all quite unnecessary. Matthew was not the ogre she'd been led to believe he was. Nor was Jessica Wright the woman Matthew had pictured. The struggle between them to even the score was powerful and stormy. The impact on their lives was equally shattering when their feelings for each other turned to love....
Have you heard the latest? Don't tell anyone but... The groom was having an affair - with his bride's best friend! Jane had been desperate to stop the wedding. She'd had to prevent her best friend from making the biggest mistake of her life... . Marrying Ryan Blair would have been disastrous. He was too rich, too powerful, too hot to handle! There was only one solution: to stand up in church and declare that she, Jane Sherwood, respectable businesswoman, was having a secret torrid affair with Ryan! It had worked. The wedding was finished. But now Ryan was determined to make Jane pay for his wrecked marriage - by making her his mistress for real!
