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Paperback. Etat : Very Good. A forest of mysteries. A shrouded legacy. Can the past really give up its secrets?When wealthy New York lawyer Charles Fontaine returns to Europe to sell his ancestral estate, Blancheron, he finds that a twelfth-century legend still haunts the property. Driven by unresolved questions from a childhood spent roaming the lonely woods and ridges on the domain, Charles makes a startling discovery: an ancient parchment documenting the story of Arda, a pagan healer and recluse who once inhabited the Blancheron forests, and whose music altered the fate of a local nobleman preparing for crusade. Captivated by the mysticism and wrenching conflict of Arda's tale, Charles's understanding of his heritage is soon shattered.The parchment suggests that explosive secrets concerning the Fontaine family have been left buried for nine centuries. With the help of a famous medievalist and enigmatic woman from his youth, Charles draws ever closer to the heart of the legend and its stunning historical revelation. Soon his journey becomes not only a quest for the truth, but a challenge to his very sense of self. Will he find the courage to choose his destiny?The Heron Legacy is a gripping mystery set against the backdrop of Europe's medieval ruins and lore-filled forests. If you love rich atmosphere, unforgettable characters and historical echoes that still resonate today, Leona Francombe's immersive storytelling will keep you reading late into the night.From the author of The Universe in 3/4 Time: A Novel of Old Europe, shortlisted for the Eric Hoffer Award Grand Prize.Discovery the haunting landscape of The Heron Legacy on YouTube.…

Paperback. Etat : Good. From the cobbled lanes of Brussels to a Black Forest castle.From Prague's dark magic to the remote Pyrenees.History haunts the present day in Leona Francombe's sweeping tale of suspense and adventure.The Universe in 3/4 Time follows three struggling musicians across Europe as they try to unravel the mystery of an abandoned WW2 piano, a daring quest that draws them ever closer to the fate of the piano's elusive owner and exposes revelations of their art lost to antiquity. With breathtaking twists and turns the quest traverses frontiers - and generations - as the piano unveils its wartime past and the forbidden romance it witnessed.The Universe in 3/4 Time weaves together forgotten crimes of passion and heroism during occupation.characters glittering and downtrodden.the startling power of beauty to stare down war. And be careful when you venture into the nights, for there are ghosts you may recognize, and beyond the lamplight, tremors of cosmic harmony.This page-turner is a bracing journey for both the intellect and the heart: a tour de force of storytelling that also takes time to marvel at the astronomy of Johannes Kepler, the hidden nature of music, and our place in the universe.Fans of The Shadow of the Wind, The Book Thief, The Prague Sonata or The Nightingale will not want to miss The Universe in 3/4 Time: A Novel of Old Europe.Join the growing chorus of readers: I couldn't put it down and I read on, late into the night, something I hadn't done since I was 15.-Goodreads reviewer Compelling and intriguing from cover to cover. It's my favorite book from the past several years.-MainlyPiano reviewer Plot twists that keep you guessing right up to the end.A novel of many depths that's much more than an imaginative plot.-Goodreads reviewer As an accomplished musician Leona Francombe.brings to light the unseen but powerful presence of music as a force able to change individual lives and the shape of history.-Emilio From start to finish - a masterpiece -William S. Beautiful writing.loved the description of the trio's interconnectedness-very true to life.-Goodreads reviewer Uplifting. Delightful. Imaginative.-Windsong.…

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. From the cobbled lanes of Brussels to a Black Forest castle.From Prague's dark magic to the remote Pyrenees.History haunts the present day in Leona Francombe's sweeping tale of suspense and adventure.The Universe in 3/4 Time follows three struggling musicians across Europe as they try to unravel the mystery of an abandoned WW2 piano, a daring quest that draws them ever closer to the fate of the piano's elusive owner and exposes revelations of their art lost to antiquity. With breathtaking twists and turns the quest traverses frontiers - and generations - as the piano unveils its wartime past and the forbidden romance it witnessed.The Universe in 3/4 Time weaves together forgotten crimes of passion and heroism during occupation.characters glittering and downtrodden.the startling power of beauty to stare down war. And be careful when you venture into the nights, for there are ghosts you may recognize, and beyond the lamplight, tremors of cosmic harmony.This page-turner is a bracing journey for both the intellect and the heart: a tour de force of storytelling that also takes time to marvel at the astronomy of Johannes Kepler, the hidden nature of music, and our place in the universe.Fans of The Shadow of the Wind, The Book Thief, The Prague Sonata or The Nightingale will not want to miss The Universe in 3/4 Time: A Novel of Old Europe.Join the growing chorus of readers: I couldn't put it down and I read on, late into the night, something I hadn't done since I was 15.-Goodreads reviewer Compelling and intriguing from cover to cover. It's my favorite book from the past several years.-MainlyPiano reviewer Plot twists that keep you guessing right up to the end.A novel of many depths that's much more than an imaginative plot.-Goodreads reviewer As an accomplished musician Leona Francombe.brings to light the unseen but powerful presence of music as a force able to change individual lives and the shape of history.-Emilio From start to finish - a masterpiece -William S. Beautiful writing.loved the description of the trio's interconnectedness-very true to life.-Goodreads reviewer Uplifting. Delightful. Imaginative.-Windsong.…

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Judy Clifford (illustrateur).

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Judy Clifford (illustrateur).

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. A forest of mysteries. A shrouded legacy. Can the past really give up its secrets?When wealthy New York lawyer Charles Fontaine returns to Europe to sell his ancestral estate, Blancheron, he finds that a twelfth-century legend still haunts the property. Driven by unresolved questions from a childhood spent roaming the lonely woods and ridges on the domain, Charles makes a startling discovery: an ancient parchment documenting the story of Arda, a pagan healer and recluse who once inhabited the Blancheron forests, and whose music altered the fate of a local nobleman preparing for crusade. Captivated by the mysticism and wrenching conflict of Arda's tale, Charles's understanding of his heritage is soon shattered.The parchment suggests that explosive secrets concerning the Fontaine family have been left buried for nine centuries. With the help of a famous medievalist and enigmatic woman from his youth, Charles draws ever closer to the heart of the legend and its stunning historical revelation. Soon his journey becomes not only a quest for the truth, but a challenge to his very sense of self. Will he find the courage to choose his destiny?The Heron Legacy is a gripping mystery set against the backdrop of Europe's medieval ruins and lore-filled forests. If you love rich atmosphere, unforgettable characters and historical echoes that still resonate today, Leona Francombe's immersive storytelling will keep you reading late into the night.From the author of The Universe in 3/4 Time: A Novel of Old Europe, shortlisted for the Eric Hoffer Award Grand Prize.Discovery the haunting landscape of The Heron Legacy on YouTube.…

Etat : very_good. Fast Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy.

Paperback. Etat : Good. From the cobbled lanes of Brussels to a Black Forest castle.From Prague's dark magic to the remote Pyrenees.History haunts the present day in Leona Francombe's sweeping tale of suspense and adventure.The Universe in 3/4 Time follows three struggling musicians across Europe as they try to unravel the mystery of an abandoned WW2 piano, a daring quest that draws them ever closer to the fate of the piano's elusive owner and exposes revelations of their art lost to antiquity. With breathtaking twists and turns the quest traverses frontiers - and generations - as the piano unveils its wartime past and the forbidden romance it witnessed.The Universe in 3/4 Time weaves together forgotten crimes of passion and heroism during occupation.characters glittering and downtrodden.the startling power of beauty to stare down war. And be careful when you venture into the nights, for there are ghosts you may recognize, and beyond the lamplight, tremors of cosmic harmony.This page-turner is a bracing journey for both the intellect and the heart: a tour de force of storytelling that also takes time to marvel at the astronomy of Johannes Kepler, the hidden nature of music, and our place in the universe.Fans of The Shadow of the Wind, The Book Thief, The Prague Sonata or The Nightingale will not want to miss The Universe in 3/4 Time: A Novel of Old Europe.Join the growing chorus of readers: I couldn't put it down and I read on, late into the night, something I hadn't done since I was 15.-Goodreads reviewer Compelling and intriguing from cover to cover. It's my favorite book from the past several years.-MainlyPiano reviewer Plot twists that keep you guessing right up to the end.A novel of many depths that's much more than an imaginative plot.-Goodreads reviewer As an accomplished musician Leona Francombe.brings to light the unseen but powerful presence of music as a force able to change individual lives and the shape of history.-Emilio From start to finish - a masterpiece -William S. Beautiful writing.loved the description of the trio's interconnectedness-very true to life.-Goodreads reviewer Uplifting. Delightful. Imaginative.-Windsong.…

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. From the cobbled lanes of Brussels to a Black Forest castle.From Prague's dark magic to the remote Pyrenees.History haunts the present day in Leona Francombe's sweeping tale of suspense and adventure.The Universe in 3/4 Time follows three struggling musicians across Europe as they try to unravel the mystery of an abandoned WW2 piano, a daring quest that draws them ever closer to the fate of the piano's elusive owner and exposes revelations of their art lost to antiquity. With breathtaking twists and turns the quest traverses frontiers - and generations - as the piano unveils its wartime past and the forbidden romance it witnessed.The Universe in 3/4 Time weaves together forgotten crimes of passion and heroism during occupation.characters glittering and downtrodden.the startling power of beauty to stare down war. And be careful when you venture into the nights, for there are ghosts you may recognize, and beyond the lamplight, tremors of cosmic harmony.This page-turner is a bracing journey for both the intellect and the heart: a tour de force of storytelling that also takes time to marvel at the astronomy of Johannes Kepler, the hidden nature of music, and our place in the universe.Fans of The Shadow of the Wind, The Book Thief, The Prague Sonata or The Nightingale will not want to miss The Universe in 3/4 Time: A Novel of Old Europe.Join the growing chorus of readers: I couldn't put it down and I read on, late into the night, something I hadn't done since I was 15.-Goodreads reviewer Compelling and intriguing from cover to cover. It's my favorite book from the past several years.-MainlyPiano reviewer Plot twists that keep you guessing right up to the end.A novel of many depths that's much more than an imaginative plot.-Goodreads reviewer As an accomplished musician Leona Francombe.brings to light the unseen but powerful presence of music as a force able to change individual lives and the shape of history.-Emilio From start to finish - a masterpiece -William S. Beautiful writing.loved the description of the trio's interconnectedness-very true to life.-Goodreads reviewer Uplifting. Delightful. Imaginative.-Windsong.…

Etat : Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Judy Clifford (illustrateur).

Etat : very_good. Fast Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy.

Etat : acceptable. The item is very worn but is perfectly usable. Signs of wear can include aesthetic issues such as scratches, dents, worn and creased covers, folded page corners and minor liquid stains. All pages and the cover are intact, but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include moderate to heavy amount of notes and highlighting, but the text is not obscured or unreadable. Page edges may have foxing age related spots and browning . May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.…

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Etat : Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Etat : acceptable. Used - Acceptable: All pages and the cover are intact, but shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Pages may include limited notes, highlighting, or minor water damage but the text is readable. Item may be missing bundled media.

Etat : Very Good. A copy that has been read, but remains in excellent condition. Pages are intact and are not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. There are no stickers on book or rips in dust cover.

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Etat : acceptable. Fairly worn, but readable and intact. If applicable: Dust jacket, disc or access code may not be included.

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Soft cover. Etat : Very Good. VG in textured gray wrappers. Paperbound guide to Dachau concentration camp. Covers very lightly shelf-rubbed. Corners bumped, curled. Spine starting to separate at bottom hinge. Interior clean, bright, unmarked. Includes four-page numbered guide to the camp in English.

Soft cover. Etat : Very Good. VG+ in textured gray wrappers. Paperbound guide to Dachau concentration camp. Covers very lightly shelf-rubbed. Corners very lightly bumped. Spine tight, uncreased. Interior clean, bright, unmarked. Includes two additional handouts to site in English and Russian.

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Etat : Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Soft cover. Etat : Very Good. 1st Edition. Belgian barbecue cook book. Text in French. 79 pages.

Soft cover. Etat : Very Good. Book is clean with a square, tight binding and bright, white pages. Book has minor wear on the edges that is difficult to see in the scans. Mermaid Survival Rule Number 1: Stay away from intelligent women. Who are so my type. Fish are not great conversationalists. That is not why Niua sneaks aboard a research ship, or why she is tumbling around on legs, pretending she is not a mermaid, but years of living among uncommunicative sea life may explain why she is unwisely flirting with a marine scientist who is far too perceptive--and far too female--for Niua's safety. She needs to focus, but Ms. "Why Aren't You on the Passenger List?" keeps distracting her. In the best possible way. She is in over her head, and she does not have time to waste. She has a shipwreck to find, a treasure to reclaim, and a secret to protect. Before mermaids disappear forever.…

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Trade Paperback. Etat : Near Very Good. No Jacket. Sixteenth Edition. 229 pp. The book is slightly cocked. The binding is tight and the text is clean.