My Father's Glory ; And, My Mother's Castle

My Father's Glory ; And, My Mother's Castle

Author: Marcel Pagnol

Publisher: MacMillan

Published: 1991-09-01

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 9780330321907

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With warmth, lucidity and good humour, Pagnol, a boy from the city, recounts the glorious summer days he spent exploring the sun-baked Provençal countryside. He vividly captures the atmosphere of a childhood filled with the simple pleasures: a meal, a joke, an outing shared with his close-knit and loving family. These heart-warming stories remind us of how children can invest the smallest event or statement with incredible significance, how mysterious the workings of the adult world can seem to them and how painful the learning process can often prove. However, Pagnol’s writing is filled with enormous optimism and delight. And his triumph in these classic memoirs is to have created that rare thing, a work suffused with joy. ‘Pagnol’s place in the history of French culture is secure. The Prousts and Sartres may be admired, but Pagnol is loved’ Times Literary Supplement


Glory, Glory

Glory, Glory

Author: Linda Lael Miller

Publisher: Harlequin

Published: 2013-10-01

Total Pages: 416

ISBN-13: 1460319745

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NO PLACE LIKE HOME For Glory Parsons, "home for the holidays" wasn't exactly the stuff of sing-a-longs and sleigh rides. In fact, she dreaded it. Dreaded having to face the things she'd lost—her brother, a casualty of war; and Jesse Bainbridge, a casualty of her own weakness. She'd never been able to tell Jesse the reason she'd left him abruptly ten years ago, after she'd promised to love him forever. And he certainly didn't seem open to talking about it now. Jesse had too much on his plate to get involved with Glory Parsons. He was the sheriff of Pearl Lake and responsible for his orphaned niece. So why couldn't he stay away from the woman? She drew him, just as she always had. But there would be no kisses under the mistletoe for them until he knew the truth. If he was strong enough to face it.


Glory Unbound

Glory Unbound

Author: Deborah L. King

Publisher: Red Adept Publishing, LLC

Published: 2021-12-14

Total Pages: 472

ISBN-13:

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When Glory Bishop is offered a new life by a seemingly altruistic Chicago socialite, there may be more than good intentions at play. Against the advice of trusted friends and family, Glory chooses the protection of Malcom Porter, her adoring, much older bad-boy-turned-minister fiancé. Thrust into a gilded world of wealth, society, and privilege, Glory struggles to overcome the guilt of loving her new life. The whirlwind of 1980s designer clothing, penthouse views, and first-class travel is a far cry from her former existence. With this new reality comes unexpected complications and temptations. As she struggles to remain true to herself and her fiancé, Glory wonders if she will ever truly feel at home in this new world. Follow Glory Bishop in her search for freedom and independence as she strives to be her own savior.


Glory Be

Glory Be

Author: Danielle Arceneaux

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2023-10-03

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1639364846

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The first in a vivid and charming crime series set in the Louisiana bayou, introducing the hilariously uncensored amateur sleuth Glory Broussard. Perfect for fans of Richard Osman’s Thursday Murder Club. It’s a hot and sticky Sunday in Lafayette, Louisiana, and Glory has settled into her usual after-church routine, meeting gamblers at the local coffee shop, where she works as a small-time bookie. Sitting at her corner table, Glory hears that her best friend—a nun beloved by the community—has been found dead in her apartment. When police declare the mysterious death a suicide, Glory is convinced that there must be more to the story and, with her reluctant daughter, with troubles of her own, in tow, launches a shadow investigation in a town of oil tycoons, church gossips, and a rumored voodoo priestess. As a Black woman of a certain age who grew up in a segregated Louisiana, Glory is used to being minimized and overlooked. But she’s determined to make her presence known as the case leads her deep into a web of intrigue she never realized Lafayette could harbor. Danielle Arcenaux’s riveting debut brings for an unforgettable character that will charm and delight crime fans everywhere and leave them hungry for her next adventure.


Glory Bishop

Glory Bishop

Author: Deborah L. King

Publisher: Red Adept Publishing, LLC

Published: 2019-06-04

Total Pages: 342

ISBN-13: 194805132X

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Glory Bishop lives her life in pieces. At work and with her friends, she reads novels, speaks her mind, and enjoys slow dances and stolen kisses with her boyfriend, JT. But at home, Glory follows strict rules and second-guesses every step. Though she dreams of going to college and living like a normal teenage girl, her abusive mother has other ideas. When JT leaves to join the navy, Glory is left alone and heartsick. The preacher’s son, Malcolm Porter, begins to shower her with lavish gifts, and her mother pushes Glory to accept his advances. Glory is torn between waiting for true love with JT or giving in to the overzealous Malcolm. When a stranger attacks Glory on the street, Malcolm steps in to rescue her, and her interest in him deepens. But the closer she gets to him, the more controlling he becomes. Glory must eventually decide whether to rely on others or to be her own savior.


Weight of Glory

Weight of Glory

Author: C. S. Lewis

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 2001-03-20

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13: 0060653205

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Selected from sermons delivered by C. S. Lewis during World War II, these nine addresses offer guidance and inspiration in a time of great doubt.These are ardent and lucid sermons that provide a compassionate vision of Christianity.


Seasons Of Glory

Seasons Of Glory

Author: Cheryl Anne Porter

Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks

Published: 2015-08-04

Total Pages: 382

ISBN-13: 1250092744

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With her parents recently murdered and her two older sisters off looking to bring the killers to justice, 18-year-old Glory Lawless is alone for the first time in her life. Glory has difficulty running the family ranch. When her nanny asks Riley Thorne--handsome neighbor and son of the rival Thorne family--to help out, Glory's pride is wounded. Why would a Thorne set foot on Lawless land? Could Riley's family have had a hand in the death of Glory's parents? And lastly, could Glory love the enemy?


Glory Days

Glory Days

Author: Joyce Mandeville

Publisher: Sphere

Published: 2014-06-05

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 0751556785

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Wall Street crashes in New York and the world is reeling - but all Glory is worried about is the drunken priest and why fat Aunt Flo is always upset. But when Glory goes into the woods one day with her best friend Pammy, something happens. Something terrifying, which leaves Pammy convinced that the Virgin Mary has saved them. Glory isn't so sure, but she asks the Virgin for a miracle anyway. And gets it: a pair of much-desired 'Mary Jane' shoes. Soon miracles are happening two-a-penny: the drunken priest dries out, Aunt Flo gets her wish and her mother develops strange powers. But the story soon gets out and, once the dead town starts to thrive again, problems emerge . . . Curious, quirky and magical, this is a novel of childhood, belief and love set in the heart of America.


Chances

Chances

Author: Judy Kay

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2012-03-21

Total Pages: 229

ISBN-13: 1469772027

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This unique story is about a Country girl living in the big city, decides to return to the farm Where she finds love & lust. At what lengths will she go to protect her daughter from the man - she cant seem to get out of her life. Hoping her new love and her family Never find out about her past Oh yes, to what lengths will she go? A readers point of view: Retired school teacher, Chicago, IL When I was asked to read this bookI did not know what to expect. As I read I couldnt put the book down. I wanted to know more, what was going to happen next? I Loved It. A great mystery, suspense with breathtaking romance. You will enjoy! Knowing the writer personally, but not knowing the talent of her writing, I was flabbergasted with her gift. What a heartwarming story of a mother who just wanted to protect her family at whatever the cost. One of those books you just want more! Another reader/editor: Retired School Teacher, St. Paul, MI writes: Suspense, mystery, romance Enough Interest to entice you to keep turning the pages. I could not put it down. I wanted to know more What secrets was Mary trying to keep? Would Erik ever get his first loves heart? A Mans point of view: Retired Police Force, Baltimore, MD Wow! What a story. I could not put it down, for me Im into the blood, guns & guts. But I must say it really kept my interest. Great job with the story and capturing my interest.