Books with title The Silent

Nothing is as it seems... When Adam joined the Pioneer program, he became one of six teens to forfeit their bodies for a new, digital existence. Together, the Six were unstoppable, protecting the world from artificial-intelligence systems that threatened the human race. But they were more than a team―they were family. Until now.Adam has a complex power within his circuitry that defies the very laws of physics. He wasn't programmed to have this power, and he can barely control it or its consequences. Adam's never felt more alone.Amber, the newest Pioneer, knows what it is like to be an outsider. She gets him in a way the others don't. Except Amber's software has been corrupted, and until Adam figures out exactly what she's become, the Pioneers―and the world―are in mortal danger."Questions of principle, power, and possibility keep this look at our modern, hardwired existence fresh and fascinating." ―Booklist, STARRED review of The Six"An exciting action-story chock full of characters you'll love. The Six is full of big ideas, big questions, real science, and things that will make you think and wonder and lie awake late at night." ―Michael Grant, author of the Gone series on The Six

Connor is sure his best friend, Branwell, couldn't have hurt Branwell's baby half sister, Nikki. But Nikki lies in a coma, and Branwell is in a juvenile behavioral center, suspected of a horrible crime and unable to utter the words to tell what really happened. Connor is the only one who might be able to break through Branwell's wall of silence. But how can he prove Branwell didn't commit the unspeakable act of which he's accused — when Branwell can't speak for himself?

Thirteen-year-old Alyssa has not spoken since witnessing her parents drown at sea during a storm. Now, three years later, a hurricane is headed for Galveston Island, threatening to unleash Alyssa's memories of the horrific storm that ripped her family apart. When Hurricane Berta hits, Alyssa is desperately trying to find a way to get home to her grandfather and his mustang horses. Finding the old man injured, Alyssa realizes that to help her grandfather, she must first confront the silent storm of memories locked deep within her.

From the No. 1 bestselling author of THE AMERICAN BOY comes a brilliant new historical thriller set during the French Revolution. Selected as Historical Novel of the Year by The Times and Sunday Times, and picked as one of Radio 4’s Crime Books of the Year.Paris, 1792. Terror reigns as the city writhes in the grip of revolution. The streets run with blood as thousands lose their heads to the guillotine. Edward Savill, working in London as agent for a wealthy American, receives word that his estranged wife Augusta has been killed in France. She leaves behind ten-year-old Charles, who is brought to England to Charnwood Court, a house in the country leased by a group of émigré refugees.Savill is sent to retrieve the boy, though it proves easier to reach Charnwood than to leave. And only when Savill arrives there does he discover that Charles is mute. The boy has witnessed horrors beyond his years, but what terrible secret haunts him so deeply that he is unable to utter a word?

Thirteen-year-old Alyssa has not spoken since witnessing her parents’ drowning during a hurricane. Three years later, another hurricane is heading toward the island, and Alyssa must come to terms with her parents’ deaths to save her grandfather and brother. “This book will have appeal for lovers of the outdoors as well as anyone who appreciates an exciting, atmospheric story.”--School Library Journal

Before becoming the man who introduced us to the wonders of the sea through his beloved television series, Jacques Cousteau was better known as an engineer and the inventor of scuba. He chronicled his early days of underwater adventure in The Silent World?a memoir that was an instant, international bestseller upon its publication in 1954. Now, National Geographic presents a 50th anniversary edition of this remarkable book, allowing readers to once again travel under the sea with Cousteau during the turbulent days of World War II.

Did you know that the letter T in "I can't" is actually silent? Find out how Julia figures this out.Julia loves to play with all her toys, especially, the alphabets, that amuse her more than anything else. Some of them have cute nicknames too. As she starts saying, "I CAN'T" the letters I, C, A, N and T dance in joy and soon they become her favorite letters. The letter T stays silent but grows taller every time Julie says, "I CAN'T". One day, Julia realizes it is time to give up the T and it's the only way she could try new things and make her parents happy. And when she lets go of T, things turn around for Julia. With "I CAN" she could do wonders. A motivating and inspiring book for young children. Children have genuine fears and anxiety when trying new things. It takes a great deal of effort for the parents to help their kids overcome these fears and discover the joy and adventure in learning and experiencing new skills. This books will come handy for parents who want to inculcate a positive attitude and encourage their kids to be brave. Fostering the I CAN attitudeKids who believe they can always find ways to succeed and move ahead in life with confidence. A clever way to tell your child that there is nothing that they cannot do. Everything is possible with a simple change in attitude.A fantastic way to learn:Just say "I CAN" and see how things turn around for you. It's the attitude that makes all the difference. It is our belief that can convert a problem into a challenge and lets us encounter every hurdle with enthusiasm. It is important to teach our kids from the very beginning that with the right attitude they can achieve just about anything in life. This book in its own unique way conveys the message that nothing is impossible if only we have the right attitude and keep saying "I CAN" and keep aside our self-doubts.Learn how Julia (the character in the book) develops a positive outlook and confidence by just considering the letter 'T' silent in "I CAN'T" and with this overcomes fears and doubts. The illustrations are pleasing and colorful. Children will fall in love with the pictures.

Doctor Proctor, Nilly, and Lisa try to save the holidays in this fart-tastically funny adventure from New York Times bestselling author Jo Nesbø.When the king of Norway sells the rights to Christmas to Mr. Thrane, it looks like the holidays aren’t going to be very merry. Mr. Thrane says that the only people who can celebrate are those who buy 10,000 crowns worth of presents from his department store. For anyone who doesn’t—or can’t—spend that much, it’s no tree, no presents, no carols, and no Christmas pudding. Dr. Proctor, Nilly, and Lisa aren’t going to take this sitting down! They’re going to find Santa and save Christmas. All they need is a sleigh, flying reindeer, some time travel soap, and, of course, some fart powder!

MP3 CD Format Atlanta, Georgia. Present day. A young woman is brutally attacked and left for dead. The police investigate but the trail goes cold. Until a chance assignment takes GBI investigator Will Trent to the state penitentiary, and to a prisoner who says he recognizes the MO. The attack looks identical to the one he was accused of eight years earlier. The prisoner's always insisted that he was innocent, and now he's sure he has proof. The killer is still out there.As Will digs into both crimes it becomes clear that he must solve the original case in order to reach the truth. Yet nearly a decade has passed--time for memories to fade, witnesses to vanish, evidence to disappear. And now he needs medical examiner Sara Linton to help him hunt down a ruthless murderer. But when the past and present collide, everything Will values is at stake

Doctor Proctor, Nilly, and Lisa try to save the holidays in this fart-tastically funny adventure from New York Times bestselling author Jo Nesbø.When the king of Norway sells the rights to Christmas to Mr. Thrane, it looks like the holidays aren’t going to be very merry. Mr. Thrane says that the only people who can celebrate are those who buy 10,000 crowns worth of presents from his department store. For anyone who doesn’t—or can’t—spend that much, it’s no tree, no presents, no carols, and no Christmas pudding. Dr. Proctor, Nilly, and Lisa aren’t going to take this sitting down! They’re going to find Santa and save Christmas. All they need is a sleigh, flying reindeer, some time travel soap, and, of course, some fart powder!