The Hurricane Girls

2023-08-29 Juvenile Fiction

Author : Kimberly Willis Holt
Release : 2023-08-29
Genre : Juvenile Fiction
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Book Rating : 283/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book The Hurricane Girls written by Kimberly Willis Holt. This book was released on 2023-08-29. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ★ "The girls’ slowly deepening understanding of themselves gives this book its heart. Like their rebuilt city, this friendship cannot reconstitute as an exact replica of what they had before…. [an] appealing and sensitive novel." —The Horn Book, starred review A coming-of-age middle grade novel about three best friends born in the wake of Hurricane Katrina who must confront storms of their own 12 years later, from a National Book Award winning author. Born in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, Greer, Joya Mia, and Kiki are seventh graders and the best of friends. After an accident leaves Greer's little sister paralyzed, Greer is forever changed by the experience and blames herself. Kiki and Joya Mia will do anything to help Greer let go of this emotional burden, and a plan is hatched to compete in a triathlon. Each girl will participate: Kiki will swim, Joya Mia will cycle, and Greer, if they can persuade her, will run—something she once loved to do. Set on the Westbank of New Orleans, this contemporary coming-of-age novel is a journey of growth, healing, and difficult transitions as the girls navigate their many life challenges: family trauma, body insecurity, and the conflict between ambition and responsibility. It's a powerful and enlightening exploration of how to surmount personal tragedy through friendship and forgiveness. "A tender and triumphant story about friendship and family, in a proud and resilient city."―Deborah Wiles, author of the National Book Award finalists Each Little Bird That Sings and Revolution

The Hurricane Girls

2018-07-26 Biography & Autobiography

Author : Jo Wheeler
Release : 2018-07-26
Genre : Biography & Autobiography
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Book Rating : 641/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book The Hurricane Girls written by Jo Wheeler. This book was released on 2018-07-26. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrating the lives of the magnificent women, the ATA girls, who courageously flew Spitfires, Tiger Moths, Lancaster Bombers and many other aircraft during World War Two. These extraordinary women, Mary Ellis, Jackie Moggridge and Pauline Gower are just a few of the remarkable stories inside . . . Since the invention of aeroplanes, women have taken to the skies. They have broken records, performed daredevil stunts and faced such sexism and prejudice that they were effectively barred from working as pilots. That changed in the Second World War. Led by firebrand Pauline Gower, an elite group of British women were selected as ferry pilots to fly for the Air Transport Auxiliary. They risked their lives flying munitions and equipment for the boys on the front line. Flying day and night without radio; dodging storms, barrage balloons and anti-aircraft fire; and with only a map, compass and their eyesight to guide them, they navigated the treacherous wartime skies. ____________ The Hurricane Girls is the thrilling, moving and inspirational story of the female air force who once ruled our skies.

Hurricane Girl

2023-07-04 Fiction

Author : Marcy Dermansky
Release : 2023-07-04
Genre : Fiction
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Book Rating : 359/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Hurricane Girl written by Marcy Dermansky. This book was released on 2023-07-04. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A propulsive and daring new novel by the author of Very Nice about a woman on the run from catastrophe, searching for love, home, a swimming pool, and for someone who can perhaps stop the bleeding from her head. "Marcy Dermansky is one of the most wildly original writers that I've ever read, and Hurricane Girl showcases what makes her so amazing. In tracking the unpredictable movements of a strange and hypnotic journey in the aftermath of a natural disaster, Dermansky nails the sensation of being alive, of navigating a world so strange that it’s almost a dream, of trying, again and again, to anchor yourself to a moment, to assure yourself that you exist, to withstand anything and somehow keep living." —Kevin Wilson, New York Times bestselling author of Nothing to See Here Allison Brody is thirty-two and newly arrived on the East Coast after just managing to flee her movie producer boyfriend. She has some money, saved up from years of writing and waitressing, and so she spends it, buying a small house on the beach. But then a Category 3 hurricane makes landfall and scatters her home up and down the shore, leaving Allison adrift. Should she go home from the bar with the strange cameraman and stay in his guest room? Is that a glass vase he smashed on her skull? Can she wipe the blood from her eyes, get in her car, and drive to her mother’s? Does she really love the brain surgeon who saved her, or is she just using him for his swimming pool? And is it possible to ever truly heal without seeking some measure of revenge? A gripping, provocative novel that walks a knife’s edge between comedy and horror, Hurricane Girl is the work of a singular talent, a novelist unafraid to explore the intersection of love, sex, violence, and freedom—while celebrating the true joy that can be found in a great swim and a good turkey sandwich.

Eye Of The Hurricane

1984-06-01

Author : Richard Bellman
Release : 1984-06-01
Genre :
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Book Rating : 707/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Eye Of The Hurricane written by Richard Bellman. This book was released on 1984-06-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a very frank and detailed account by a leading and very active mathematician of the past decades whose contributions have had an important impact in those fields where mathematics is now an integral part. It starts from his early childhood just after the First World War to his present-day positions as professor of mathematics, electrical engineering and medicine at the USC, which in itself reflects on the diversity of interests and experiences gained through the turbulent years when American mathematics and sciences established themselves on the forefront. The story traces the tortuous path Bellman followed from Brooklyn College; the University of Wisconsin to Princeton during the war years; more than a decade with the RAND Corporation; with frequent views of more than just the academic circles, including his experiences at Los Alamos on the A-bomb project.Bellman gives highly personalised views of key personalities in mathematics, physics and other areas, and his motivations and the forces that helped shape dynamic programming and other new areas which emerged as consequences of fruitful applications of mathematics.

The Motor Girls on Waters Blue; Or, the Strange Cruise of the Tartar

2023-11-17 Juvenile Fiction

Author : Margaret Penrose
Release : 2023-11-17
Genre : Juvenile Fiction
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Book Rating : /5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book The Motor Girls on Waters Blue; Or, the Strange Cruise of the Tartar written by Margaret Penrose. This book was released on 2023-11-17. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Motor Girls on Waters Blue; Or, the Strange Cruise of the Tartar' by Margaret Penrose, readers are taken on a thrilling adventure with a group of young women as they embark on a daring sea voyage. The book blends elements of mystery, adventure, and friendship, making it a delightful read for fans of early 20th-century young adult literature. Penrose's writing style is engaging and captures the adventurous spirit of the time, immersing readers in the excitement of the girls' journey. The story is filled with vivid descriptions of the sea, intricate plot twists, and moments of camaraderie that will keep readers hooked until the very end. Margaret Penrose, a pseudonym for multiple writers collaborating on the Motor Girls series, drew inspiration from the emerging popularity of automobile culture and the changing roles of women in society. This book is a reflection of the growing independence and adventurous spirit of young women during the early 1900s, offering a window into the evolving social dynamics of the time. 'The Motor Girls on Waters Blue; Or, the Strange Cruise of the Tartar' is a must-read for anyone interested in early 20th-century young adult literature, particularly those who enjoy stories of friendship, adventure, and daring journeys. Penrose's captivating storytelling and vibrant characters will transport readers to a bygone era filled with excitement and exploration.

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