Books with author J. A. Thompson

From National Book Award finalist and the New York Times bestselling author of The Year We Left Home comes a “powerful, beautifully crafted” (People) family saga about three generations of women who struggle to find freedom and happiness in their small Midwestern college town.A Cloud in the Shape of a Girl is a poignant novel about three generations of the Wise family—Evelyn, Laura, and Grace—as they hunt for contentment amid chaos of their own making. We see these women and their trials, small and large: social slights and heartbreaks; marital disappointments and infidelities; familial dysfunction; mortality. Spanning from World War II to the present, Thompson reveals a matrilineal love story that is so perfectly grounded in our time—a story of three women regressing, stalling, and yes, evolving, over decades. One of the burning questions she asks is: by serving her family, is a woman destined to repeat the mistakes of previous generations, or can she transcend the expectations of a place, and a time? Can she truly be free? Evelyn, Laura, and Grace are the glue that binds their family together. Tethered to their small Midwestern town—by choice or chance—Jean Thompson seamlessly weaves together the stories of the Wise women with humanity and elegance, through their heartbreaks, setbacks, triumphs, and tragedies. “Thompson’s new novel draws the reader in with character and plot…but what ultimately holds the reader enthralled is…her ability to capture the nuance of individual moments, thoughts, and reactions. No one writing today is better at this…[an] extraordinary novel” (Washington Independent Review of Books).

Future and past entwined. Despite the victory over Cantor Cortis, the dark power still spreads. Nightmare creatures are wiping out villages all along the southern edge of the wild Tangle forest, causing a stream of refugees to flow into the capital of Sontair in the hope of finding protection.All who helped overthrow the Nine Sisters of Redmondis have been touched by what they experienced and those they lost. Dark visions sap Petron and Daemi’s strength even as they try to heal the rifts within Redmondis and forge a new path for the wielders, crafters, and guards who make up its three main schools.Wilt must enter the Tangle to seek out the source of the power that calls to him. Visions of the past seen through other eyes haunt his days, and he finds it harder and harder to resist the pull of his wraith form.The Guardian is old and weak, and the Tangle is no longer secure…

• Reviews of more than 900 manga series• Ratings from 0 to 4 stars • Guidelines for age-appropriateness• Number of series volumes• Background info on series and artistsTHE ONE-STOP RESOURCE FOR CHOOSING BETWEEN THE BEST AND THE REST! Whether you’re new to the world of manga-style graphic novels or a longtime reader on the lookout for the next hot series, here’s a comprehensive guide to the wide, wonderful world of Japanese comics! • Incisive, full-length reviews of stories and artwork• Titles rated from zero to four stars–skip the clunkers, but don’t miss the hidden gems• Guidelines for age-appropriateness–from strictly mature to kid-friendly• Profiles of the biggest names in manga, including CLAMP, Osamu Tezuka, Rumiko Takahashi, and many others • The facts on the many kinds of manga–know your shôjo from your shônen• An overview of the manga industry and its history• A detailed bibliography and a glossary of manga termsLOOK NO FURTHER, YOU’VE FOUND YOUR IDEAL MANGA COMPANION!

Have you ever wanted to live a life that is free?Have you ever wondered what it would be like waking up in a new and exciting place every day?Many people reach a point in their lives where they yearn for freedom. A house which is stuck in the same place may no longer hold the excitement it once did, and they want to experience new adventures. But how do you change what is regarded as a ‘normal’ life for one that is packed with fun and new encounters? In this book, you will be provided with detailed information about how you can transform your life from one of daily routine into one that is bursting with new-found vitality, through chapters that include: The RV lifestyle Finding the RV that is right for you Transferring to an RV life How to prepare for your new life Finances Earning income on the road And lots more… If you are new to RV living and want to make this a permanent arrangement, then this detailed guide is the perfect place to start. Crammed with great advice that is both sensible and useful, you will be able to seamlessly transition from the old to the new and love every single minute of it. Get a copy today and start living free!

She's determined to undo him note by terrifying note...She's everything he fears--the chilling laugh in the darkness, the haunting footsteps on the stairs, the endlessly cruel imagination--and she's everywhere.Sixteen-year-old Remington is petrified, stranded in his uncle's cabin in the middle of nowhere-Montana, hoping and praying he doesn't end up like his uncle:deadHe can't live as this woman's captive for the rest of his life, the centerpiece in her twisted games. He won't. But how can he escape the eyes that are always watching?Terrors of Troy could best be described as belonging to the Christian horror genre. It contains no foul language or inappropriate bedroom scenes but may leave some readers with nightmares.

Anyone’s family can be ripped apart without as much as a moment’s notice!Brady Clark, an obstinate teen, has had his feel of being treated like a little boy.Now that he’s nearly an adult, he’s out to teach his parents a lesson they’ll never forget! Trevor and Roxanne are far from being the perfect mom and dad. Some might even say their family is slightly dysfunctional. That doesn’t mean they don’t love their children, or that they won’t fight to keep their family together. Revenge Fires Back is a heartbreaking, realistic drama about how one disgruntled individual has the power to destroy an entire household.Purchase your copy today to see if Brady comes to his senses before driving his parents into inescapable depths of depression.

There's more to that homeless man than meets the eye!If only the Russell's knew about his past... But it's too late — they already invited him in!Life in Harmony is anything but what the town's name would imply. People are disappearing in record numbers and the authorities aren't doing a thing about it. The Russell family suspects their new friend may have something to do with it, but they don't want to boot him out of their house based upon mere speculation.That's why they get involved in some private detective work!It's also when things turn ugly. Harassment, stalking, kidnapping, physical assaults, bombs, murder. Where will it end?Pick up this enthralling boxed set today!Author Interview:What inspired you to write a Christian mystery?Believe it or not, it all started with a dream about a homeless guy who had a much higher vocabulary than one would expect. In my dream, a family took him into their home and later discovered he had been formerly accused of cannibalism. When I woke up in the morning, I knew I had to turn the idea into a novel. When I got about three-fourths of the way through hit, I had a second dream which inspired me to write the second book in the series. The rest just came from my own warped imagination.Who was your favorite character in the novel?That's an easy one... Nikki! Her quirky sense of humor is hilarious. I love the way she doesn't let anything get her down. Not to mention the way she flirts with Brock. Wow, is she ever aggressive!Who would enjoy this series?Anyone who gets tired of reading the same ole, same ole. This set of novels will keep readers guessing until the end. People who enjoy books void of cursing and inappropriate bedroom scenes are also certain to love the Harmony Series.Read The Harmony Series for FREE with your Kindle Unlimited subscription and look for it under Christian Mysteries.

It's the summer camping trip for EvanTemple and his friends in tranquil EggHarbor. But peace turns into chaoswhen most of them disappear withouta trace from the Door County campsite...Designed to be the first true chapter book for young readers, Escape from Egg Harbor is the perfect length and a breezy read full of fun and adventure written for both boys and girls!

Did you know that the Bible talks about ghosts, dragons, demons, giants, zombies and other monstrous creatures? This little book, written by a pastor and college professor, covers all of the strange and weird supernatural beings in the Bible. You will be astonished! I know what you’re thinking: why would a pastor write a booklet about such terrible things as monsters, skeletons and dragons, IN THE BIBLE?! To answer that question, I need to go back to my childhood. Honest confession time: when I was a boy, I thought the Bible was just plain boring. However, as I grew older, and genuinely began to study the Bible (after a significant crisis of faith), I realized that it was actually a quite FASCINATING book! There were amazing stories, funny events, puzzling mysteries, and this incredible character, Jesus, right in the middle of it all. Grab you a copy of Monsters in the Bible to read all about it, and maybe a night light too, just in case...

THE NEXT GREAT FANTASY SERIESAN ADVENTURE FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILYPeter Pomperfield thought he was going to have a boring summer when he and his sister, Molly, are sent to spend the summer at their grandmother's house. The children soon discover, however, that things are not what they seem and find themselves in the middle a feud between gnomes and elves. When evil basement trolls attack the housd, Peter and Molly must end their own feud and convince the elves and gnomes to fight together in the “Battle for Grandma’s House” (Book One).The Peter Pomperfield series continues with “Siege of Fair Oak Elementary” (Book Two) and “War for Camp Willalacky” (Book Three). A prequel novella entitled “Journey of a Couch Gnome” is also available.

In 1954, Josette is nineteen, and her life’s path has reached a fork. Behind her trails a road paved with her own illegitimate birth, an unloving and abusive family, and the horrors of Nazi-occupied France. The two roads before her both harbor the unknown, but she chooses the one that ensures her survival.She leaves home for the strange and wonderful land of America. She has no education, no money, and no connections, but she‘s armed with the power of hope for a better life and the resolve to never use her dark past as an excuse for failure. Determined to succeed, she dives into the workforce and learns as much as possible about everything she encounters, strives to be the best she can be, and vows to overcome any obstacle thrown in her way.Bought and Paid For is the result of author Jo Thompson’s search for her own identity. In conducting that search, she provides us the same opportunity to find ourselves. Whether or not we share her abusive background and wartime experiences, the journey itself uncovers a spark of hope that lives beyond the page and into each of our lives.