John Hull:Options, Futures and Other Derivative Securities
- Taschenbuch 2014, ISBN: 9780132643672
Pocket Books. Very Good. 4.13 x 1 x 6.75 inches. Mass Market Paperback. 2014. 432 pages. <br>From New York Times bestselling author Mary Alice Monroe, the heartwarming first instal… Mehr…
Pocket Books. Very Good. 4.13 x 1 x 6.75 inches. Mass Market Paperback. 2014. 432 pages. <br>From New York Times bestselling author Mary Alice Monroe, the heartwarming first installment in the Lowcountry Summ er trilogy, a poignant series following three half-sisters and th eir grandmother. Three granddaughters. Three months. One summer house. In this enchanting trilogy set on Sullivan's Island, Sou th Carolina, New York Times bestselling author Mary Alice Monroe captures the complex relationships between Dora, Carson, and Harp er, three half-sisters scattered across the country-and a grandmo ther determined to help them rediscover their family bonds. For years, Carson Muir has drifted, never really settling, certain o nly that a life without the ocean is a life half lived. Adrift an d penniless in California, Carson is the first to return to Sea B reeze, wondering where things went wrong...until the sea she love s brings her a minor miracle. Her astonishing bond with a dolphin helps Carson renew her relationships with her sisters and face t he haunting memories of her ill-fated father. As the rhythms of t he island open her heart, Carson begins to imagine the next steps toward her future. In this heartwarming novel, three sisters d iscover the true treasures Sea Breeze offers as surprising truths are revealed, mistakes forgiven, and precious connections made t hat will endure long beyond one summer. Editorial Reviews Revie w Mary Alice Monroe has taken the rich waters of the Atlantic Coa st as her own field of dreams. In The Summer Girls,she sings a so ng of praise to the bottle-nosed dolphins that bring so much joy to the men and women who gaze at the creeks and rivers of the low country each evening. Like all her books, The Summer Girls is a call to arms. -- New York Times bestselling author Pat Conroy Th e Summer Girls is more than just a beautifully written, moving po rtrayal of three sisters finding themselves and each other after years of separation. It's also an important book that deals head- on with significant issues so skillfully woven into the narrative that I often stopped to consider the import of what I'd just rea d. If you're a dedicated environmentalist, this book is a must-re ad. If you're just someone who enjoys a good story, you'll get th at, too, and much more. -- New York Times bestselling author Cass andra King The Summer Girls conveys sound environmental messages through a captivating story of how the ocean and a charismatic d olphin reunite sisters in the alluring ecological setting of the Lowcountry of South Carolina. The story resonates on a personal l evel and, moreover, delivers a powerful reminder of the importanc e of protecting dolphins and the environment in which they live. -- Patricia Fair, Director, Marine Mammal Program, NOAA Monroe's resplendent storytelling shines even brighter . . . [with] start ling insights into the intimate connection between nature and the human heart. -- New York Times bestselling author Patti Callahan Henry In the bestselling tradition of Kathryn Stockett's The He lp, Mary Alice Monroe skillfully weaves together issues of class, women's rights, and domestic abuse set in the tumultuous South d uring the 1970s. . . . Beautifully wrought, and rich with keen in sight . . . an unforgettable tale of marriage, resilience, and on e woman's private strength. ? Bookreporter Magical! Mary Alice M onroe's writing is always sensitive and true, and as inspiring as the natural wonder about which she writes. This luminous tale-se t in the South Carolina Lowcountry that we both love so deeply-wa s hard to put down. -- Dorothea Benton Frank Monroe brings authe nticity and a sense of wonder to the plight of the endangered sea turtles and their miraculous capacity for survival. ? Publishers Weekly Monroe utilizes her signature combination of informative storytelling wrapped in the relatable sagas of her protagonists. ? Charleston City Paper An exquisite, many-layered novel of an unsolved mystery, an obsession, a reconciliation, and a little ro mance.... Treats readers to lush descriptions of nature. ? Bookli st An author of power and depth. ? RT Reviews A consummate stor yteller. ? The Best Reviews A master storyteller. ? Southeastern Charm magazine A strong, warm voice that brings the South to li fe. ? Powell's Book Review Mary Alice Monroe has written another novel that is helping to redefine the beauty and magic of the Ca rolina Lowcountry. Every book she has written has felt like a hom ecoming to me and...she has succeeded in making the marshes and r ivers of the Lowcountry her literary home.... Haunting. -- New Yo rk Times bestselling author Pat Conroy Monroe makes her characte rs so believable, the reader can almost hear them breathing. ? Bo oklist Mary Alice Monroe has become one of the premier voices co ntemporary women's fiction today. Her lyrical, emotional, and gri pping stories make for superb reading experiences. ? RT Book Revi ews A soaring, passionate story of loneliness and pain and the s imple ability of love to heal and transcend both. Mary Alice Monr oe's voice is as strong and true as the great birds of prey of wh om she writes. -- Anne Rivers Siddons Mary Alice Monroe writes f rom her heart to the hearts of her readers. ? Charleston Post & C ourier Such a wonderful, exciting new read! Very well written an d addicting! Looking forward to the next book in the series. Mary Alice--hurry up! -- Books Unlimited Mary Alice writes the most readable books with important environmental story lines, but The Summer Girlsmight be my favorite. It's about family, finding your self, getting through bad issues that could weigh you down, and e njoying the ride with the warm embrace of family. And there's a w ild dolphin who helps heal the pain but finds his own. This book has everything--sense of place, family, strong characters, romanc e,a love of dolphins and more. This is BETTER than a beach read; this is a great book club book to discuss! Can't wait for the nex t in the trilogy. thanks, Mary Alice! -- First Reads How wonderf ul it is to be able to dig into a summer novel and not only get s o much pleasure from the awesome story, but to learn, learn, lear n...[S]he brings new awareness to those of us who need enlighteni ng. -- Maurice on Books [A] beautifully written and thought prov oking work of fiction. Mary Alice Monroe once again delivers on h er promise to write books that explore the beauty in nature and t he complexity of human relationships as she delves into the human psyche. -- Linda Hitchcock of Booktrib About the Author Mary Al ice Monroe is the New York Times bestselling author of twenty-sev en books, including the bestselling The Beach House series. Monro e also writes children's picture books, and a new middle grade fi ction series called The Islanders. She is a member of the South C arolina Academy of Authors' Hall of Fame, and her books have rece ived numerous awards, including the South Carolina Center for the Book Award for Writing; the South Carolina Award for Literary Ex cellence; the SW Florida Author of Distinction Award; the RT Life time Achievement Award; the International Book Award for Green Fi ction; the Henry Bergh Children's Book Award; and her novel, A Lo wcountry Christmas, won the prestigious Southern Prize for Fictio n. The Beach House is a Hallmark Hall of Fame movie, starring And ie MacDowell. Several of her novels have been optioned for film. She is the cocreator and cohost of the weekly web show and podcas t Friends & Fiction. Monroe is also an active conservationist and serves on several boards. She lives on the South Carolina coast, which is a source of inspiration for many of her books. ., Pocket Books, 2014, 3, Pearson US Imports & PHIPEs. Paperback. Used; Good. **Simply Brit** Shipped with Premium postal service within 24 hours from the UK with impressive delivery time. We have dispatched from our book depository; items of good condition to over ten million satisfied customers worldwide. We are committed to providing you with reliable and efficient service at all times., Pearson US Imports & PHIPEs, 2.5<
