What A Next Of Kin

Author : John Boyne
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2013-08-20
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781466852310

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From the bestselling author of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas and "one of the most imaginative and adventurous of the young Irish novelists working today" (Irish Independent) comes John Boyne's Next of Kin. Boyne steps into the drawing rooms and private clubs of the prewar English aristocracy to offer an unobstructed view of a social elite driven by the conflicting desires to uphold tradition and to acquire vast wealth. It is 1936, and London is abuzz with gossip about the affair between Edward VIII and Mrs. Simpson. But the king is not the only member of the aristocracy with a hard decision to make. Owen Montignac, the handsome and charismatic scion of a wealthy family, is anxiously awaiting the reading of his late uncle's will, for Owen has run up huge gambling debts and casino boss Nicholas Delfy has given him a choice: Find 50,000 pounds by Christmas or find yourself six feet under. So when Owen discovers that he has been cut out of the will in favor of his cousin Stella, he finds that even a royal crisis can provide the means for profit, and for murder. Next of Kin vividly captures the spirit of 1930s London, revealing the secrets of the upperclass, complete with gambling, murder, an art heist, and a conspiracy to unseat the new king that could change the future of the country.

Author : Kia Abdullah
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
Page : 335 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2021-09-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780008433659

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Winner of The Diverse Adult Book Award 2022 ‘Abdullah’s legal thrillers make John Grisham seem like a maiden aunt’ Sunday Times Crime Club ‘An enthralling, heartbreaking and thrilling courtroom drama that had me shouting out loud and gripped until the last page’ Nadine Matheson, author of The Jigsaw Man

Author : Alobwed'Epie,Charles Alobwede D'Epie
Publisher : African Books Collective
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Cameroon
ISBN : 9789956616626

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What a Next of Kin! by Alobwed'Epie,Charles Alobwede D'Epie Pdf

This psycho-anthropological and socio-cultural novel logically and succinctly x-rays the foundations and raison d'Ítre of patriarchy through the implied questions - Is wealth the basis of patriarchy? Have women any role in the system? And how far can a patriarch protect his lineage from alien blood? The extremely wealthy father of eight daughters protagonist Ndi, says yes, to the first question; no, to the second; and in the third questions he says, through dogged pursuance of looking for a male heir by any means; but his lone son whom he unknowingly begot in a remote village in his early life and whom he accidentally stumbled upon and adopted as his heir in his odyssey of looking for a male heir through a series of marriages, says no, to the first question; yes, to the second and to the third question, he says fate is the umpire; and succeeds in convincing his father that he is right.

Author : Joanna Trollope
Publisher : Random House
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2010-10-08
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781409011705

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Multi-million copy bestselling author Joanna Trollope expertly depicts how grief can tip the family balance head over heels in this beautifully written novel about change and hope through adversity. Perfect for readers of Elizabeth Noble, Erica James and Amanda Prowse. 'Extraordinarily powerful' -- Mail on Sunday 'A devastatingly acute picture of a harsh rural world' -- The Sunday Times 'Certainly one of her best' -- Daily Telegraph 'A richly satisfying novel ... compulsively readable' -- Sunday Express 'Kept me interested - twists and turns - great character development - well written' -- ***** Reader review 'I couldn't put it down and finished the book in just a couple of days' -- ***** Reader review 'Excellent' -- ***** Reader review 'A wonderful book, a wonderful story, wonderful characters - a must have' -- ***** Reader review ************************************************************** A FAMILY IN CRISIS. A CATALYST THAT THREATENS TO CHANGE EVERYTHING... The land running down to the River Dean has been farmed by the Meredith family for generations. Robin Meredith bought the farm from his father, just before he married his wife Caro and now he and his brother Joe work on the land. But now Caro has died, as much as a mystery to the family as she was when she arrived twenty years ago, and the whole family feels her loss acutely, none more so than her adopted daughter Judy. Into this unhappy family comes Zoe, Judy's London friend, an outsider with an independent spirit and a disturbing directness. Everyone underestimates Zoe's power as a catalyst for change as the realities behind the seeming idyll of a rural community become ever clearer...

Author : Roger Fouts
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Experimental psychologists
ISBN : OCLC:1153649047

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Author : Hishiar Shamdin
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 103 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2020-04-16
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781728357768

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From author’s own experience and observing other couples, he noticed one big source of conflict with couples who decide to hitch together, presumably for life. Many relationships fall apart. The author noticed that a key reason for this conflict, is that a lot of these couples are incompatible to begin with. When such mates decide to commit themselves to a joint life, it is like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. The author studied the problem and decided to help future couples select compatible mates, before they make a lifetime commitment. The selected mate would be “Next of Kin”, as the book title states. The subtitle would then be “How to Pick a Compatible Mate.”

Author : Dan Wells
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Cleaver, John Wayne (Fictitious character)
ISBN : 0692246037

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Elijah Sexton was a god of the ancient world, but now he drives a hearse in a Midwest town, drinking dead memories and trying to avoid the war between humans and monsters. Then he drains memories that reveal the presence of another fallen god.

Author : mrs. Frederick J Hall
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1854
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OXFORD:600021510

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Author : Edward CLARKE (Dramatist.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1845
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OXFORD:590237316

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Next of Kin; an Original Farce, in Two Acts by Edward CLARKE (Dramatist.) Pdf

Author : Nancy Atherton
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2006-02-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0143036548

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Aunt Dimity and the Next of Kin by Nancy Atherton Pdf

Hidden among her belongings are clues that Lori feels certain Miss Beacham wished to be discovered after her death. Watch out for Nancy Atherton's latest, Aunt Dimity and the King's Ransom, coming in July 2018 from Viking! Feeling a touch world-weary, Lori Shepherd decides to become a volunteer at the Radcliffe Infirmary, where she meets Elizabeth Beacham, a kind, retired legal secretary. But after only one visit, Miss Beacham passes away, leaving behind no family except a brother who has mysteriously disappeared. Armed with the generous help of a handsome neighbor and, as always, Aunt Dimity's supernatural skills, Lori begins to unearth Miss Beacham's secrets--including the surprising truth about her next of kin. Full of delightfully surprising twists and turns, Aunt Dimity and the Next of Kin is another page-turning installment in the mystery series that has won the hearts of cozy mystery fans everywhere.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Armed Services. Subcommittee on Military Personnel
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : PSU:000065509234

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Further Inquiry Into Marine Corps Policies and Procedures Regarding Next-of-kin Notification by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Armed Services. Subcommittee on Military Personnel Pdf

Author : Thomas L. Reilly
Publisher : Potomac Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1574886363

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A beautifully written story about the bond between brothers and one man's search for truth in the midst of the Vietnam War

Author : Nellie L. McClung
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2019-12-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:4064066212452

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The Next of Kin: Those who Wait and Wonder by Nellie L. McClung Pdf

"The Next of Kin: Those who Wait and Wonder" by Nellie L. McClung stands as a poignant and heartfelt tribute to the often-overlooked heroes of war: the families left behind. With sensitivity and compassion, McClung delves into the experiences and emotions of those who anxiously awaited the return of their loved ones. This ebook sheds light on the untold stories of strength, resilience, and sacrifice displayed by these families during times of conflict. Through a compelling narrative, it honors the unsung heroes of war and presents a profound perspective on the impact of war on home fronts. A touching and insightful read for anyone seeking to understand the far-reaching effects of war on human lives.

Author : Jae
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2015-06-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3955334031

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Author : Thomas L. Reilly
Publisher : Potomac Books, Inc.
Page : 402 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2011-07
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781612342436

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Next of Kin by Thomas L. Reilly Pdf

Tom Reilly idolized his older brother, Ron. After their parents' unexpected early deaths, Ron protected his younger brother and taught him the ways of the world. Ron was a charismatic and worldly career soldier, and his kid brother thought of him as a mentor and hero. In July 1970, Ron died halfway around the world in Vietnam. When the Army provided no explanation except that Ron's death was not due to combat, the nineteen-year-old author set off on an incredible journey to war-torn South Vietnam to find answers, to seek revenge if necessary, and to come to terms with his loss. Next of Kin begins in small-town Wisconsin, where Tom's peaceful childhood is shattered by the deaths of his parents. Later, Tom makes it on his own as a runaway, has unforgettable adventures with his brother in a seedy Mexican border town, and is nearly paralyzed with grief when he learns of Ron's death. On his singular journey to Southeast Asia, Tom evades the police in Bangkok, is smuggled across the enemy-controlled Ho Chi Minh Trail into South Vietnam, fends for himself in Saigon, and survives a mortar attack and a bout with malaria all to find out the truth about his brother's death. Next of Kin is a touching story of sibling love and family tragedy that will appeal even to those without any connection to the Vietnam War.