Books with author Mary Robinson

War has hovered around the kingdom of Scylla for generations ever since the original sirens left the mer collection generations ago after nearly drowning the human prince. Over the years, select mermaids from the royal bloodline have been trained as spies to work for the reigning kings and queens, keeping the collection safe from sirens and humans.Celena and her partner, Merrick, work covertly for the royals—not even her twin brother knows. When they discover the sirens have broken through the barriers the mer set up to keep the sirens out, Celena and her friends must race to the old kingdom of Metten to stop them from starting a war within their borders.When she’s dragged to the surface, Celena realizes that the war above the waters is as deadly as the one below the waves—and sacrificing herself may be the only way to protect her family.The Siren Wars have only just begun.

If the only way to stay alive was to convince your new husband not to murder you and make it look like an accident, could you do it?Full series now available + bonus scenes!At eighteen, Jade shouldn’t have to be forced to marry the son of her father’s enemy as part of a revenge plot for a failed rebellion. When she’s thrown into the life of being the wife of the Commander’s son and heir, her only hope for survival is convincing Roan Diamond to actually fall in love with her so that he doesn’t kill her on his father’s wishes.While a dutiful son, Roan shouldn’t have to trick his new wife into believing his family accepts her, but as the only one in a position to make the country believe Jade is part of their family, he will do what he has to before his family murders his young bride and makes it look like an accident to get back at Jade’s father.With half the country trying to protect Jade and the other half oblivious to the atrocities committed at the Commander’s hand, it’s a race to see who will win at a deadly game of cat and mouse.One chooses life. One chooses death. In the midst of chaos, only one will succeed.The first book in the Jaded Duology has been called the “YA Dystopian Mr. and Mrs. Smith” by authors and is perfect for fans of The Hunger Games, Divergent, and The Selection.Warning: The emotional roller coaster in this book has caused fans to create actual emotional support groups after reading this dangerously exciting book.Want bonus scenes? Now available on newsletter and Facebook messenger.

Goldilocks wasn't naive. She was sent on a mission and Dov Baer is her new target.Full series + bonus stories now available!"GOLDEN is a daring retelling full of intrigue, betrayal, danger, and just the right amount of swoon. You will never see 'Goldilocks' the same way again! A must read!"-Sherry D Ficklin, author of QUEEN OF SOMEDAY"A fast-paced and thrilling dystopian with a surprising fairy tale twist, GOLDEN is perfect for fans of The Hunger Games or Divergent looking for their next favorite series." -Lyssa Chiavari, author of FOURTHWORLD "A cunning and witty fantasy story that turns an old tale into a high-stakes, thrilling adventure that will leave you clamoring for more. I have a new hero to root for! Auluria is the perfect character in this fun-fill story that turns Goldilocks upside down. " -Jennifer Anne Davis, author of THE TRUE REIGN SERIESGoldilocks wasn't naive. She was sent on a mission and Dov Baer is her new target.When Auluria tricks the Baers into letting her into their home, they have no idea she's actually been sent by the enemy to destroy them. Intent on gathering information for her cousin to hand over to the Society seeking to destroy all of the rebel factions—including her own—she's willing to sacrifice Dov Baer to save her people…until she realizes her cousin lied to her.Now that she's seen who Dov truly is, she has to decide between staying loyal to her only remaining family or protecting the man she's falling for. If her allegiances are discovered, either side could destroy her—assuming the Society doesn't get her first.Perfect for fans of The Lunar Chronicles, Divergent, The Hunger Games, and The Selection Series.Series + Suggested Order:Golden (Book 1)Forged (prequel novella—Auluria’s story)Locked (Book 2)Edge (Book 3)Golden Complete Series (with exclusive prequel, Tempered—Dov’s story)*Additional bonus scenes on newsletter and Facebook Messenger

The original CliffsNotes study guides offer expert commentary on major themes, plots, characters, literary devices, and historical background. The latest generation of titles in this series also feature glossaries and visual elements that complement the classic, familiar format.Piqued by a dare, Angelou wrote this first book as an exercise in autobiography as art—and succeeded. Her novel is a story of the difficulties of black women and the eventual victory of spirit that comes from being a soulful fighter.CliffsNotes on I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings helps you explore this tale of rebirth, self-worth, and dignity. This concise supplement helps you understand the overall structure of the novel, actions and motivations of the characters, and the social and cultural perspectives of the author. Features that help you study includeA close look at the author's life which offers insight into her writingA list of characters and their descriptionsSummaries and commentaries, chapter by chapterCritical assessments of the novel and the television movie adaptationGlossaries to help you fully understand the novelCritical essays on women in the novel and Southern FundamentalismA review section that tests your knowledge, and suggested essay topicsClassic literature or modern-day treasure—you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.

Little Hacker Muffetsat on her tuffetdestroying her cords and Way.Along came a hacker named Spider,who sat down beside herand frightened his opponent away.When Fet, one of the most skilled hackers in the Legends, discovers her best friend and leader of her group has been abducted and held for ransom, she must escape unnoticed and find Peep before it’s too late.When Spider, a new recruit training to join her hacker ring, slips out with her and claims to have a plan to save her friend, Fet is forced to bring him along. As she discovers he’s not who he claims to be, she faces grave danger and learns just how deadly a spider bite can be.

I'm no Cinderella. My princes? Far from Charming. Let the masquerade begin…Every girl dreams of being the princess at the ball. For me, going out in public is forbidden. No man could love this scarred face.But when a masked ball gives me the opportunity to lose my inhibitions with three powerful men, I take the chance. Hiding my true face from them is easy—hiding my heart is harder.They promise to kill to protect me, so I can regain my birthright from my wicked stepmother. A girl couldn't ask for better champions: a deadly vampire, a powerful warlock, and a brooding lycan warrior.I've entrusted them with my life. But when things get complicated, I'll have to decide if I can show them who I really am—and give them my heart, scars and all.------Can three powerful heirs love a girl born of embers, longing to rise like a phoenix from the ashes? Unmask a reverse harem modern fairy tale full of secrets you can only begin to guess...This book contains adult scenes not suitable for all ages.

A yacht cruising the South Pacific is pulled through a strange corridor of fog. On the other side, the crew find themselves on the shores of an extraordinary island, a monstrous place of dinosaurs and terrifying creatures that should not exist in this world.Sierra Nevada Smith was always chasing monsters, whether through the pages of her favorite books or in the films of legendary stop-motion animator Russell Boylan. Now those monsters are all too real and to survive she will need that knowledge to learn the secrets of this mysterious Monster Island.

The original CliffsNotes study guides offer expert commentary on major themes, plots, characters, literary devices, and historical background. The latest generation of titles in this series also feature glossaries and visual elements that complement the classic, familiar format.Piqued by a dare, Angelou wrote this first book as an exercise in autobiography as art—and succeeded. Her novel is a story of the difficulties of black women and the eventual victory of spirit that comes from being a soulful fighter.CliffsNotes on I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings helps you explore this tale of rebirth, self-worth, and dignity. This concise supplement helps you understand the overall structure of the novel, actions and motivations of the characters, and the social and cultural perspectives of the author. Features that help you study includeA close look at the author's life which offers insight into her writingA list of characters and their descriptionsSummaries and commentaries, chapter by chapterCritical assessments of the novel and the television movie adaptationGlossaries to help you fully understand the novelCritical essays on women in the novel and Southern FundamentalismA review section that tests your knowledge, and suggested essay topicsClassic literature or modern-day treasure—you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.

When a tornado hits her farmhouse in Kansas, Dorothy is caught up in a whirlwind of adventure, complete with flying monkeys, talking lions, and silver slippers. Advanced readers will join Dorothy, Toto, and her friends from Oz on an unforgettable journey down the Yellow Brick Road in this Level 4 reader. The Wizard of Oz will now join classics like The Secret Garden and Alice in Wonderland in the Penguin Young Readers program!

Sixteen-year-old Mississippi Choctaw Randy Cheska has lived most of his young life in the shadow of his older football-hero brother, Jack. After Jack is killed while serving in Iraq, Randy's father puts even more pressure on Randy to excel in football. But Randy has no interest in sports and has never been good at them. Imagine Randy's surprise when he discovers stickball, a game he's immediately drawn to. But stickball is a sport Randy's father considers a relic of the Choctaw past, when it was known as Little Brother of War and was used to settle disputes between communities. Randy's determination to play this legendary game, guided by a mysterious visitor, leads him on a challenging and unexpected journey of self-discovery.

This historical novel tells the story of a twelve-year-old Chumash boy and his family who become captives in a California Spanish mission sometime more than 200 years ago. This is historical fiction based entirely on historical fact that reveals the devastating impact the missions had on California Native peoples. Written for fourth, fifth and sixth graders, the story ends on a hopeful note as a small group of Native children are able to escape their captors and begin a journey to join other Native escapees in a remote mountain village. As mandated by the California Department of Education, every 4th grader is taught the "Mission Unit," which perpetuates the "idyllic mission myth" that glorifies the priests, denigrates California Indians and fails to mention that Indians were actually treated as slaves held captive by a Spanish colonial institution. The manuscript has been reviewed and approved by the Director of the Santa Ynez Chumash Culture Department and a member of the California American Indian Education Oversight Committee. It has the endorsement of a fourth grade teacher in California who has shared the story with her class and a local librarian who is excited about sharing the story with elementary age children through the library. It has also been endorsed by the local library branch manager and a former professor of Anthropology within the University of California system.