Pixelscroll Daily Deals for Sunday, 02/24/2013
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The Painted Girls: A Novel
Cathy Marie Buchanan
Genre(s): Biographies & Memoirs, Historical, Canadian, Literature & Fiction, British, Genre Fiction, Biographical, Literary, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction
Rating: 4.3 – {66 Reviews}
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heartrending, gripping novel about two sisters in Belle Époque Paris.
1878 Paris. Following their father’s sudden death, the van Goethem sisters find their lives upended. Without his wages, and with the small amount their laundress mother earns disappearing into the absinthe bottle, eviction from their lodgings seems imminent. With few options for work, Marie is dispatched to the Paris Opéra, where for a scant seventeen francs a week, she will be trained to enter the famous ballet. Her older sister, Antoinette, finds work as an extra in a stage adaptation of Émile Zola’s naturalist masterpiece L’Assommoir.
Marie throws herself into dance and is soon modeling in the studio of Edgar Degas, where her image will forever be immortalized as Little Dancer Aged Fourteen. There she meets a wealthy male patron of the ballet, but might the assistance he offers come with strings attached? Meanwhile Antoinette, derailed by her love for the dangerous Émile Abadie, must choose between honest labor and the more profitable avenues open to a young woman of the Parisian demimonde.
Set at a moment of profound artistic, cultural, and societal change, The Painted Girls is a tale of two remarkable sisters rendered uniquely vulnerable to the darker impulses of “civilized society.” In the end, each will come to realize that her salvation, if not survival, lies with the other.
PixelMan says: Save $13.00 (81%) on this KINDLE eBOOK!
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The Lightkeeper’s Ball (A Mercy Falls Novel)
Colleen Coble
Genre(s): Christian Books & Bibles, Literature & Fiction, Fiction, Romance, United States, Religion & Spirituality, Historical, Religious Fiction, Christianity, Christian Fiction
Rating: 4.3 – {165 Reviews}
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t the elegant Mercy Falls masquerade ball, Olivia’s hidden identity will be revealed.It is the dawn of a new century and Olivia Stewart is heiress to an empire. Her family numbers among the Four Hundred-those considered the wealthiest and most distinquished in America. Unfortunately their wealth has nearly disappeared, and now their security rests upon the Stewart daughters’ marrying well.Olivia’s sister, Eleanor, was engaged to Harrison Bennett, one of the nation’s wealthiest men, but has since died. Now the pressure is on Olivia to take her place, despite her suspicions about Eleanor’s fiance. Using her family’s long-forgotten English title, Olivia travels to Mercy Falls, California, as Lady Devonworth, hoping to learn more before committing to marriage. There she finds that Eleanor’s death was no accident. And Harrison is not the man she thought he would be.When Mercy Falls holds a charity masquerade ball to raise funds for the new lighthouse, secrets-and truths long hidden-will be revealed. But can Harrison really love Olivia when he finds her true identity? Can she live with the repercussions of failing her family, or will she finally realize that nothing-not money, family, or romance-will ever compare to God’s unconditional love?
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When We Collide
A.L. Jackson
Genre(s): Literature & Fiction, Romance, Contemporary, Romantic Suspense
Rating: 4.6 – {173 Reviews}
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-Star Review “I have to say, she has once again hit it out of the ballpark for me. This was a raw and emotional read… To take a phrase from the book, ‘It stole my breath.’” ~Jackie Lane, Jax’s Book Magic
From the New York Times Bestselling Author of Lost to You and Take This Regret comes a gripping new tale of loss and love.
William has spent six years running from his past and the last eight months trying to rid his mind of the dreams that increasingly haunt his nights.
Maggie had lived her entire life without hope until one man showed her what it meant to be loved. He’d been her light in a lifetime of darkness. Six years ago, that darkness stole him away. Without him, she’s surrendered herself to an existence she doesn’t know how to escape.
In a moment that will change his life forever, William comes face to face with the girl who, with one look, captured his heart.
Now William is ready to fight to take back what had been stolen from him six years before.
But he never imagined what that fight might cost him.
A.L. Jackson gives you an intimate look into the lives of a family bound by an unseen connection in this new contemporary romance.
REVIEWS
“When We Collide is a dark and gritty page turning read with dynamic emotions. The powerful force of her words brought forth both fear and love at the same time in me, making this author one of my favorites to read. She does it every time.” ~Taryn, My Secret Romance
5- Star Review “As a lover of words I understand that they are extremely powerful. When chosen correctly, they convey so much. The ability to build suspense in such a way that it effects the reader physically is an art. Pulled and Take This Regret both set the bar pretty high, When We Collide not only met my expectations, but exceeded them and left me wanting more. AL Jackson is truly at the top of her game and has secured a place in my list of favorite authors.”
~Teresa, Teresa’s Reading Corner
5-Star Review “There is an old saying that goes ‘Love heals all wounds,’ and I have always believed that to be true. A.L. Jackson has proven once again that love does indeed heal all wounds, both physical and emotional when the love that is given is pure and true.” ~Janna, My Secret Romance
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I Am Legend (RosettaBooks into Film)
Richard Matheson
Genre(s): Literature & Fiction, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Paranormal
Rating: 4.2 – {788 Reviews}
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obert Neville has witnessed the end of the world. The entire population has been obliterated by a vampire virus. Somehow, Neville survived. He must now struggle to make sense of everything that has happened and learn to protect himself against the vampires who hunt him constantly. He must, because perhaps there is nothing else human left.
I Am Legend was a major influence in horror and brought a whole new thematic concept to apocalyptic literature. Several humanistic and emotional themes in this book blend the horror genre with traditional fiction: we see Neville as an emotional person, and observe as he suffers bouts of depression, dips into alcoholism and picks up his strength again to fight the vampiric bacteria that has infected (and killed off) most of humankind. Neville soon meets a woman, Ruth, (after three years alone), who seems to be uninfected and a lone survivor. The two become close and he learns from Ruth that the infected have learned to fight the disease and can spend short amounts of time in the daylight, slowly rebuilding strength and society as it was.
The novel was adapted to film in 1964 as The Last Man on Earth, as Omega Man in 1971 and finally as I am Legend in 2007, starring Will Smith.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Richard Burton Matheson (born February 20, 1926) is an American author and screenwriter working primarily in the fantasy, horror, and science fiction genres. Between 1950 and 1971, Matheson produced dozens of stories, frequently combining elements from the different genres in which he works, making important contributions to the further development of modern horror. Matheson wrote fourteen episodes for the American television series The Twilight Zone, including the famous “Nightmare at 20,000 Feet.” Notably, Steven Spielberg’s first full length film (made for television) was based on the story “Duel,” for which Matheson also wrote the screenplay.
Matheson’s first novel, Someone is Bleeding, was published in 1953. His thirty novels since then include The Shrinking Man (filmed as The Incredible Shrinking Man, again adapted from Matheson’s own screenplay), and a science fiction/vampire novel, I Am Legend (made into film as The Last Man on Earth, 1964, The Omega Man, 1971, and
I Am Legend, 2007).
A new film based on Matheson’s story “Steel,” entitled Real Steel, is a major motion picture that was released in October 2011. His most recent novel, Other Kingdoms, appeared in March 2011.
According to film critic Roger Ebert, Matheson’s scientific approach to the supernatural in I Am Legend and other novels from the 1950s and ’60s anticipated the “pseudorealistic fantasy novels like Rosemary’s Baby and The Exorcist.” In 2010, Matheson was inducted into the Science Fiction Hall of Fame, and Stephen King has cited Matheson as a creative influence; his novel Cell is dedicated to Matheson along with filmmaker George A. Romero. Author Anne Rice has said that Matheson’s short story, “A Dress of White Silk” was a primary early influence on her interest in vampires and fantasy fiction.
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The Name of the Star (The Shades of London)
Maureen Johnson
Genre(s): Teens, Horror, Mysteries, Mysteries & Thrillers, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy
Rating: 4.1 – {155 Reviews}
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he day Louisiana teenager Rory Deveaux arrives in London marks a memorable occasion. For Rory, it’s the start of a new life at a London boarding school. But for many, this will be remembered as the day a series of brutal murders broke out across the city, gruesome crimes mimicking the horrific Jack the Ripper in the autumn of 1888.
Soon “Rippermania” takes hold of modern-day London, and the police are left with few leads and no witnesses. Except one. Rory spotted the man police now believe to be the prime suspect. But she is the only one who saw him. Even her roommate, who was with her at the time, didn’t notice the mysterious man. So why can only Rory see him? And more urgently, why has Rory become his next target? In this edge-of-your-seat thriller, full of suspense, humor, and romance, Rory will learn the truth about the secret ghost police of London and discover her own shocking abilities.
PixelMan says: Save $35.00 (50%) on this KINDLE FIRE KEYBOARD!
Poetic KeyBook Bluetooth Keyboard Case for Kindle Fire HD 7.0 Purple(Support Auto Sleep/Wake Function) by Poetic
Genre(s): Kindle Fire Keyboard, Kindle Fire Accessory
lim, durable high grain leather like cover that protects your Kindle Fire HD 7.0
Adjustable stand securely holds your Kindle Fire HD 7.0 in landscape mode
Removable Bluetooth keyboard integrates seemlessly with your Kindle Fire HD 7.0 and other Bluetooth enabled devices
Support Auto Sleep/Wake Function
Rubberized keys are spill-proof and also protect Kindle Fire HD 7.0 screen from scratching when closed
PixelMan says: Save $4.99 (100%) on this KINDLE FIRE APP!
Grimm’s Red Riding Hood ~ 3D Interactive Pop-up Book
Genre(s): Games
scape into a rich fantasy world with Grimm’s Red Riding Hood from Story Toys.
“Stunning. If I had to sum up this app in one word it would absolutely be stunning.” ~ Danielle Smith, TheresABook.com
“…and like other apps by the developer, it’s wonderfully illustrated and filled with fantastic interactive pop-up pages.” ~ Chris Morris, CommonSenseMedia.org
“This is a wonderful option for tonight’s bedtime story or the perfect summer reading activity for young grades-schoolers who need to keep skills fresh for the new school year..” ~ Hannah Camacho, Apptudes.com
“This app is one to add to your children’s book collection.” ~ Cristi, PadGadget
Carefully designed to keep young readers entertained, Grimm’s Red Riding Hood is sure to delight!
PixelMan says: Save $9.20 on this KINDLE FIRE MP3 ALBUM!
O.C.M.S. by Old Crow Medicine Show
Genre(s): Folk
From an Amazon Top Reviewer:
he music of OCMS is not traditional old-timey or bluegrass music, you might call it Alt-grass to describe the harder edge and rock sensibility they bring to this genre. Regardless of the name you give to their music, OCMS is a *great* album. I agree with the earlier reviewer who said this album is an excellent bridge for people who are new to bluegrass music. My twenty-something son saw the band on Conan and downloaded this album that night.
I recently saw OCMS in concert (opening for Gillian Welch) and they were on fire. I bought their earlier self-produced live album at the show and I gotta say, I like this studio record better. Their songwriting has matured and their instrumental virtuosity takes a backseat to the song itself. Hightlights are “Big Time in the Jungle”, “Wagon Wheel”, and the rollicking “Tell it to Me”.
There isn’t a bad track on this entire CD, buy it and enjoy the talents of these wonderful young musicians.
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