Bøger af Abigail Blackman

Acclaimed creator Kaoru Mori¿s tale of life on the nineteenth century Silk Road continues. Facing the threat of a Russian invasion, the nomadic clans of the steppe and the people living in town are forced to set aside their differences to protect their lands. When an agreement is struck, the clans decide the best way to solidify the alliance is to bind them together by blood through marriage. But the women of the steppe will not accept just any union, invasion or no. The men must prove themselves in a high-speed horse race across the plain-against their prospective brides!Crafted in painstaking detail, Ms. Mori¿s pen breathes life into the scenery and architecture of the period in this heart-warming, slice-of-life tale that is at once wholly exotic, yet familiar and accessible through the everyday lives of the characters she has created.

BETWEEN HEARTTHROB AND HEART ATTACKOn a romantic evening date with the young, rich, and incredibly handsome CEO Taemu Kang, Hari Shin is the envy of all women. But little do they know...it¿s all fake! She¿s being forced to play the part of Taemüs girlfriend to appease his meddlesome grandfather, all while frantically hiding the fact that she¿s an employee at his company. One small misstep, and the whole masquerade could come crashing down. Meanwhile, Yeongsuh makes steady progress toward her dream of passionate romance with her fated soulmate, until Sunghoon sees her with a woman who reminds him of a certain ¿femme fatale¿...

Miyo, the monk En no Ozuno, and the oni Zen continue to journey through the land of Wa, meeting kami of all kinds. But a sudden encounter with a god who seems to have access to all the world¿s knowledge throws them for a loop!

"Powerful forces--supernatural and otherwise--have converged in the streets of Shinjuku. The police are on the trail of Fire-breathing Bug, who has a vendetta against the Bastard Children of Sabaramond--a group now face to-face with Solitaire! The Corpse God was not the first to arrive from the world beyond, and not all who preceded him shared his desire for peace..."--

"I only have eyes for you." Such is the message the sunflowers proclaimed in a city brimming with a nostalgia just like love. As ordinary life turns extraordinary, a question arises. What if, in fact, your love and life belong to another? Knowing nothing of her past, Reiko Kujirai makes a wish to become her "absolute self." Successive secrets and deepening mysteries emerge in a relaxing, ideal love story..."--

"As schools reopen and clubs reconvene after COVID-19 closures, Kikuzato is eager to try out his new leg. But even with the improved fit, his worry about falling like he did in his first public race plagues his training for the next. Running is as much a mental game as it is a physical one, and between his fear and his fight with Take, Kikuzato isn't seeing the improvement he hoped his new leg would bring. If he means to succeed, Kikuzato must answer one question for himself: 'Why am I running anyway?'"--Page [4] of cover.

A world where everything has been lost. A boy and a girl alone together. All they can do is move forward. But against broken adults and devastating despair, how long will they be able to keep going ...?

"Discontent to remain in the shadows, Wakazono leaks police documents concerning Three-Eyes's true identity to the press--including a photo of Senri! While the release forces Senri out of the public eye, Wakazono hopes the threat against him will force Kazuto to act, revealing himself and giving him a chance to kill the "fire" man. Unfortunately for Wakazono, he has no idea just what kind of person he's been dealing with..."--Provided by publisher.

Ten years after the murder of pop idol Ai Hoshino, her young (and unusually mature) twins are now poised to enter high school. While her death has had a profound effect on the children, it's manifested in polar-opposite ways. Ruby is determined to follow in her mother's footsteps and become an idol, but Aqua has no desire to stand in the spotlight. Instead, he works behind the scenes in the entertainment industry, all while harboring an ulterior motive: discover the identity of the accomplice in his mother's untimely death!

Suzune Amano lives an extraordinarily normal life as a middle school student by day and...magical-girl assassin by night?! When a group of four magical girls begins investigating the serial murders in their city, they soon find themselves Suzune's next targets! But what motivates Suzune to hunt both witches and magical girls alike?

"Gloomy, introverted, and the daughter of a shaman--Naerim is an easy target for the bullies in her class. With no friends and an aloof mother, she faces this daily nightmare all alone. But just as she hits rock bottom, her knight in shining armor swoops in! Except he's dressed in sinister black...and he's an ancient vampire?! Fetechou makes it no secret that he desires her blood, but he'll work for every drop by giving her back what she most desperately needs--her smile. Can his manic energy help Naerim come out of her shell?"--Page 4 of cover.

Arashi's mission from Mochizuki is to kill...Fiona?! Faced with something unthinkable, the young man finds himself confronted by the events surrounding an old bombing during an international assembly. Can he unravel this tangled web of incidents and motives before it's too late?

"Hari Shin has officially hit rock bottom. After being worked to the bone at her office job, meeting her long time crush's girlfriend, and helping to pay off her family's debt, she's 0 for 3 with work, love, and money. Luckily, her friend Youngseo has a business proposal for her: go on an arranged date in her stead, and Hari will receive a hefty compensation. Things grow complicated, however, when the other party turns out to be her new CEO--and he's got a proposal of his own!--]cProvided by publisher.

"'I don't remember my past.' In the nostalgia-abundant dystopia of Kowloon Walled City, Reiko is now aware that many mysteries surround her very being. With life turned upside down, she confides in her friend Yaomay ab out her feelings for Kudou and more. But it's not only Reiko who has secrets: what of the opportunistic Dr. Hebinuma? A sorrowful, pitiful, ideal love story moves to its next stage...--

When the worsening pandemic forces schools to close temporarily, Kikuzato and the other members of the track and field club must find creative ways to keep up their training. The anticipation of his new custom running prosthesis is more than enough to motivate Kikuzato, but his excitement is undercut by the presence of his father, now working from home. Will being in close quarters bring father and son together or drive them even further apart?!

After obtaining an artificial leg built for sport from Chidori the shadyprosthetist,Kikuzato resolved to become a para-athlete. To strengthen hisbody so he can runagain, Kikuzato wants to join the track-and-field club,but itΓÇÖs not so easy: His formersoccer club friends have lost interestin him, his new clubmates don''t know how toapproach him, and hisoverprotective mother wonΓÇÖt let him join any new clubs! With noeasyways to get faster, is the solution...to challenge everyone to a match?!

The girls’ prayers open a door to the unknown. After accepting refreshing water samples from a sidewalk stall, three thirsty magical girls from three different cities find they have fallen victim to the same fate! The Rumor of the Misery Water promises to doom its victims to despair—and will surely do so unless Iroha and her new comrades, Kyouko and Felicia, can find it first! As the literal countdown ticks away, the girls’ progress is interrupted by a group of hooded magical girls...who want to protect the Rumor?!

When the first prince Eins shuts himself in his room for days, CountRosenberg finally resolves to accept the help and care of Heine and the otherfour princelings. But when they finally burst into Eins''s room, the eldestbrother is nowhere to be found...!

The flesh-eating colossal goldfish have begun to invade areas outside ofShibuya, and it won''t be long before they cover the entire world. But HajimeTsukiyoda and his allies are taking a stand. The curtain opens on a battle theycanΓÇÖt afford to lose if they want to protect their future. The final planagainst the goldfish begins!

Acclaimed creator Kaoru Mori’s tale of life on the nineteenth century Silk Road continues.Mr. Smith keeps on his journey retracing his steps, stopping next at a seaside village where he is greeted by a pair of enthusiastic young brides! Laila and Leily are eager to prove themselves as capable hostesses, but failing in the attempt could have serious social consequences. As the twins scramble in the kitchen, the discussion around the table turns to recent rumors of danger in the region. Mr. Smith now faces a difficult decision—turn back, or risk pressing on to his final stop?Crafted in painstaking detail, Ms. Mori’s pen breathes life into the scenery and architecture of the period in this heart-warming, slice-of-life tale that is at once wholly exotic, yet familiar and accessible through the everyday lives of the characters she has created.

Shouta Kikuzato’s hopes of starting on his school’s prestigious soccer team are derailed when a terrible incident costs him his leg. Now in his first year of high school (again), Kikuzato has resigned himself to never reaching his athletic dreams. But when Chidori, a passing prosthetist, notices Kikuzato’s artificial limb— and speed—as he races through the train station, the specialist proposes a partnership: Chidori will build Kikuzato a brand-new leg designed solely for speed. All Kikuzato has to do is run!

Kain and Mel’s relationship has seen its share of tribulations, but each challenge has only made their bond stronger, leading at long last to the altar. But their wedded bliss is short-lived: The next day, Mel disappears without a word. Having no definite signs of foul play to rely on, the police are unwilling to pursue the case, but Kain knows Mel would never choose to walk out on their happiness—and FBI agent Luna Pittsburg agrees. Together, Kain and Luna set their sights on Joey Klein, a serial killer with a penchant for blue-eyed blonds. Whatever the cost, Kain is determined to be reunited with Mel and set their happily ever after back on course!

Through Madoka’s sacrifice, no magical girl will face the tragic fate that once awaited them, though not one remembers the name of their savior—save Homura Akemi. Clinging to the memory of her dearest friend, Homura struggles to rely on her teammates, even when failing to do so has allowed the giant wraith to devour her powers! To reclaim her powers, Homura begins a desperate search for the giant wraith, finding help in the most unlikely of places…

She never really leaves. Not really. All anyone can learn to do is live with Little Miss P. Like the girls who make a living on their backs. Or the model facing her own battles. Even the elementary school girls just starting their adventures with Little Miss P. So don’t miss out on Little Miss P’s last words of wisdom in the final volume!

Black Label regroups and rushes to Mochizuki’s side, their progress inhibited by the last of Syringe’s goons. In their absence, Reika takes a moment to relish her victory and the revelation of Fiona’s true nature. Fiona and Mochizuki represent the key to unlocking D99—and unleashing a whole new wave of terror that will spread beyond the streets of Tobioka to the whole world!

As Amenotori’s fabricated Spider pandemic grips the globe, the Jackalopes focus on the very heart of the organization. Despite Amenotori’s attention and resources being spread worldwide, however, the organization has reserved an elite force for its defense, pushing the Jackalopes and their new Gears to their limits! And while fighting to expose the truth, one of the Jackalopes’ own must reveal their personal secrets—but what will it mean for the team?