Fiona Davis is a New York Times bestselling author celebrated for her historical novels deeply rooted in iconic New York City buildings. Her narratives expertly weave together mysteries and secrets held within the walls of famous landmarks, exploring the profound connections between past and present inhabitants. With a background as an actress and journalist, Davis brings a unique perspective on human nature and urban life to her fiction. Her writing is atmospheric and compelling, drawing readers into the vibrant pulse of New York City.
Focusing on B1-B2 level grammar, this book offers a structured approach for teenage and young adult learners. It presents grammatical concepts in engaging contexts, supplemented by clear explanations and tips to avoid common errors. The carefully graded exercises encourage creative application of grammar, while extensive revision activities help students track their progress. Designed for both classroom and self-study, this edition excludes answers and the CD-ROM, making it ideal for guided learning environments.
The Kung Fu Panda films are popular around the world, known for their humour
and fun characters. The Starter Level Popcorn ELT Reader The Animals of Kung
Fu Panda introduces children to the real animals the film characters are based
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Extensive reading is essential for improving fluency and there is a real need in the ELT classroom for contemporary, low-level reading material for younger learners. Rango is based on the hit 2011 animated movie starring Johnny Depp as Rango, the chameleon searching for enlightenment in the Wild West!
In 1950s Manhattan, a young Rockette named Marion Brooks grapples with the expectations of her life. At nineteen, she is on the verge of a conventional future with her college sweetheart, who is about to propose. However, feeling trapped, Marion seizes the chance to audition for the prestigious Radio City Rockettes, longing for a life filled with excitement and performance. Simultaneously, New York City is gripped by fear as a series of bombings, attributed to the elusive "Big Apple Bomber," terrorizes its citizens. The police, desperate for leads after years of investigation, turn to Peter Griggs, a young doctor at a mental hospital who advocates for a groundbreaking psychological profiling technique. As Marion and Peter become entwined in the hunt for the bomber, Marion realizes that to make a difference, she must break free from her training to blend in with the Rockettes. This decision may force her to risk everything she has worked for and the relationships she cherishes. In her quest to stand out and confront danger, Marion faces the ultimate test of her courage and determination.
Extensive reading is essential for improving fluency and there is a real need in the ELT classroom for contemporary, low-level reading material for younger learners. The Smurfs are popular with children all over the world, famous for their charming personalities and exciting adventures. Clumsy Smurf wants to make some magic so he steals a page from Gargamel's spell book. But the spell turns Clumsy into a green monster! Can Papa Smurf reverse the spell or will Clumsy stay green forever?
Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author, delivers a captivating tale of secrets, betrayal, and murder set in one of New York City's grand Gilded Age mansions.
After losing her mother to the Spanish flu in 1919, twenty-one-year-old Lillian Carter's life spirals out of control. Once a celebrated artists' model known as Angelica, Lillian now faces a bleak future with dwindling opportunities and a looming scandal. When she discovers a job opening at the Frick mansion—ironically adorned with her own likeness—she seizes the chance. As she becomes the private secretary to the demanding Helen Frick, daughter of industrialist Henry Clay Frick, Lillian's life becomes enmeshed in the family's dramatic affairs, including romantic entanglements, stolen jewels, and deep-seated family conflicts that could lead to deadly consequences.
Fast forward nearly fifty years, and English model Veronica Weber finds her opportunity to launch her career within the former Frick residence, now a prestigious museum. However, after being dismissed from a Vogue shoot alongside an aspiring art curator named Joshua, they stumble upon hidden messages within the museum. This discovery sets them on a thrilling quest that could alleviate Veronica's financial struggles and uncover the truth behind a long-buried murder linked to the notorious Frick family.
For most New Yorkers, Grand Central Terminal is a crown jewel, a masterpiece of design. But for Clara Darden and Virginia Clay, it represents something quite different. For Clara, the terminal is the stepping stone to her future. It is 1928, and Clara is teaching at the lauded Grand Central School of Art. Though not even the prestige of the school can override the public's disdain for a "woman artist," fiery Clara is single-minded in her quest to achieve every creative success--even while juggling the affections of two very different men. But she and her bohemian friends have no idea that they'll soon be blindsided by the looming Great Depression ... and that even poverty and hunger will do little to prepare Clara for the greater tragedy yet to come
