The Girl in the Blue Beret

The Girl in the Blue Beret
Author: Bobbie Ann Mason
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 369
Release: 2011-06-28
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0679604944

Inspired by the wartime experiences of her father-in-law, Bobbie Ann Mason has crafted the haunting and profoundly moving story of an American World War II pilot shot down in Occupied Europe, and his wrenching odyssey of discovery, decades later, as he uncovers the truth about those who helped him escape in 1944. At twenty-three, Marshall Stone was a confident, cocksure U.S. flyboy stationed in England, with several bombing raids in a B-17 under his belt. But when enemy fighters forced his plane to crash-land in a Belgian field during a mission to Germany, Marshall had to rely solely on the kindness of ordinary Belgian and French citizens to help him hide from and evade the Nazis. Decades later, restless and at the end of his career as an airline pilot, Marshall returns to the crash site and finds himself drawn back in time, unable to stop thinking about the people who risked their lives to save Allied pilots like him. Most of all, he is obsessed by the girl in the blue beret, a courageous young woman who protected and guided him in occupied Paris. Framed in spellbinding, luminous prose, Marshall’s search for her gradually unfolds, becoming a voyage of discovery that reveals truths about himself and the people he knew during the war. Deeply beautiful and impossible to put down, The Girl in the Blue Beret is an unforgettable story—intimate, affecting, exquisite—of memories, second chances, and one intrepid girl who risked it all for a stranger.

In a Dark, Dark Room and Other Scary Stories

In a Dark, Dark Room and Other Scary Stories
Author: Alvin Schwartz
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 68
Release: 1985-10-02
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0064440907

Creak... Crash... BOO! Shivering skeletons, ghostly pirates, chattering corpses, and haunted graveyards...all to chill your bones! Share these seven spine-tingling stories in a dark, dark room.

Dancing Star

Dancing Star
Author: Berta Ruck
Publisher: London ; Hodder and Stoughton
Total Pages: 356
Release: 1923
Genre: Ballet
ISBN:

The Women of Marilyn French

The Women of Marilyn French
Author: Marilyn French
Publisher: Open Road Media
Total Pages: 2274
Release: 2016-06-28
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1504038908

Three powerful novels about family and the female experience from the multimillion-selling author of The Women’s Room. A collection of three works of fiction by a New York Times–bestselling author who “write[s] about the inner lives of women with insight and intimacy” (The New York Times Book Review). Her Mother’s Daughter: In this life-affirming saga that celebrates the love and sacrifices of four generations of Polish-American mothers and daughters, Stacey, a divorced feminist New York photographer, struggles to understand the experience of her mother, a child of Polish immigrants who clawed her way out of poverty and settled into a middle-class existence—while at the same time managing her tempestuous relationship with her own daughter, Arden. Our Father: As distinguished presidential adviser Stephen Upton lies mortally ill in a Massachusetts hospital, four women gather at his lavish mansion. Half sisters Elizabeth, Mary, Alex, and Ronnie have painful and poignant memories of their childhoods—and their dying father. They haven’t seen each other in years, but as they open up to each other about the man they both love and hate, they will discover the terrible secret that binds them all together. The Bleeding Heart: Dolores Durer, a divorced professor and mother of two adult children, has sworn off love after a series of disastrous affairs. Meanwhile, electronics executive Victor Morrissey is in England to open a branch office. He has four children and is unhappily married. When Victor and Dolores meet—on a train—their connection is instant and passionate. In this New York Times–bestselling novel about love and marriage, two Americans abroad embark on an affair that will have consequences in both their lives.

Girl Land

Girl Land
Author: Caitlin Flanagan
Publisher: Reagan Arthur Books
Total Pages: 136
Release: 2012-01-12
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0316192643

The physical, emotional, and social milestones of every girl's life: what we've lost and gained in the 21st century. The physical, emotional, and social milestones of every girl's life: what we've lost and gained in the 21st century. Caitlin Flanagan's essays about marriage, sex, and families have sparked national debates. Now she turns her attention to girls: the biological and cultural milestones for girls today, and how they shape a girl's sense of herself. The transition from girl to woman is an experience that has changed radically over the generations: everything from how a girl learns about her period to how she expects to be treated by boys and men. Girls today observe these passages very differently, and yet the landmarks themselves have remained remarkably constant-proof, Flanagan believes, of their significance. In a world where protections of girls' privacy and personal freedom seem to disappear every day, the ultimate challenge modern parents face is finding a way to defend both.

Polly of the Hospital Staff

Polly of the Hospital Staff
Author: Emma C. Dowd
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2023-07-16
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

" Step into the world of compassion, courage, and healing with "Polly of the Hospital Staff" by Emma C. Dowd, where a young girl discovers her calling amidst the challenges and triumphs of the hospital environment. In "Polly of the Hospital Staff," readers will follow the inspiring journey of Polly, a kind-hearted and determined girl who finds her place among the dedicated professionals at the hospital. Emma C. Dowd's storytelling transports readers into the bustling world of medical care, where Polly's empathy and resourcefulness shine through. Join Polly as she navigates the hospital corridors, lending a helping hand, and bringing comfort to patients and their families. Through her experiences, readers will witness the complexities and triumphs of the medical field, the importance of teamwork, and the power of compassion. Within the pages of this book, readers will discover the profound impact that one person can make, no matter their age. They will gain insights into the world of medicine, learn about different medical procedures, and explore the resilience of both patients and medical professionals. Join Polly on her inspiring journey as she discovers her passion for healing and leaves a lasting impact on the lives of those she encounters in the heartwarming tale of "Polly of the Hospital Staff."

Girl on the Edge

Girl on the Edge
Author: Kim Hodges
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2017-10-16
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1925384004

Girl on the Edge is the incredible memoir of Kim Hodges, detailing her adolescent experiences growing up in a small rural town of NSW. Her mistreatment and tumultuous upbringing has niggled away in the back of her mind since she was seven years of age. Now a family woman with three children of her own, Kim has found the courage and discipline to work her story into words. Written through a child’s sensitive lens with reflections that could only be surmised and truly understood as an adult, Girl on the Edge explores identity, belonging, and alienation, as well as class, gender and power. Set in the landscape of the small NSW country town of Coolah, Kim’s coming of age story is far from quaint. Using her wry humour to offset the confronting content, Girl on the Edge is truly an arresting memoir.