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Soldier (The Talon Saga, Book 3)
The thrilling next story in the The Talon Saga... ...the incredible new YA fantasy series from New York Times bestselling author Julie Kagawa. When forced to choose between the sinister Talon organisation and being hunted by her own kind, dragon-human hybrid Ember fled. Even if it meant losing Garret, the dragon-slaying soldier she shares a deep bond with. Now Garret has uncovered secrets that will shake the foundations of dragons and dragon-slayers alike. Can the danger reunite them? Soldier impresses its audience... ‘Soldier is gripping, intense, shocking and amazing.’ ‘Lots of laughs, heartache, and heart dropping, soul-crushing moments invade this story, and if you liked the previous two stories, I know you will adore this addition.’ ‘THAT ENDING!!!!!!! JULIE KAGAWA HAS DONE IT AGAIN.’ *** The Talon Saga Book #1 TalonBook #2 RogueBook #3 SoldierBook #4 LegionBook #5 Inferno
Talon (The Talon Saga, Book 1)
In New York Times bestselling author Julie Kagawa’s groundbreaking modern fantasy series, dragons walk among us in human form... THE DRAGONS OF TALON: Once hunted nearly to extinction, they are now poised to take over the world. THE ORDER OF ST. GEORGE: The legendary dragonslayers will stop at nothing to wipe dragons from the face of the earth. These mortal enemies are locked in secret and deadly combat, with humanity none the wiser. To take her rightful place in the Talon organisation, young dragon Ember Hill must prove she can hide her true nature and blend in with humans. Her delight at the prospect of a summer of “normal” teen experiences is short-lived, however, once she discovers that she’s also expected to train for her destined career in Talon. But a chance meeting with a rogue dragon will soon challenge everything Ember has been taught. As Ember struggles to accept her future, St. George soldier Garret Xavier Sebastian is tasked with hunting her down. But when faced with Ember’s bravery, confidence and all-too-human desires, Garret begins to question everything the Order has ingrained in him – and what he might be willing to give up to uncover the truth about dragons. ‘Kagawa knows how to end a first volume for maximum cliff-hanger drama.’ Booklist ‘A strong, promising start to the Talon Saga.’ – Publishers Weekly A round of applause for TALON ‘Five stars for TALON, because obviously.’ ‘The genius of Kagawa once again shines through in this new series that follows two teen dragon shifters and their transition into society.’ ‘Ruthless. Julie Kagawa is ruthless. Mad. Intoxicating...Brilliant.’ *** The Talon Saga Book #1 TalonBook #2 RogueBook #3 SoldierBook #4 LegionBook #5 Inferno
Inferno (The Talon Saga, Book 5)
Don't miss the epic conclusion to the Talon Saga from New York Times bestselling author, Julie Kagawa... ‘MUST READ!’ ‘I did not want to put it down.’ What if dragons walked among us in human form? Enter a modern fantasy of heroes, sacrifice, forbidden love and enemies turned allies who have no choice but to fight side by side. TODAY, WE STRIKE BACK. WE SHOW TALON THAT WE WILL NEVER ACCEPT THEIR NEW WORLD. Ember Hill has learned a shocking truth. She is the blood of the Elder Wyrm, the ancient dragon who is on the verge of world domination. With the order of St. George destroyed, she must journey to the Amazon jungle in search of one who might hold the key to take down Talon. As the stakes are rising and the Elder Wyrm is declaring war, time is running out for the rogues and any dragon not affiliated with Talon. The final battle approaches and if Talon are victorious, the world will burn. Readers are loving Inferno! ‘What a great ending to a fabulous series! ...It’s going to be a tough goodbye’ ‘Julie Kagawa once again outdoes herself. I am honestly at a loss for words.’ ‘A thrilling conclusion to a fantastically compelling series.’ ‘It’s a series not to be missed!’ *** The Talon Saga Book #1 TalonBook #2 RogueBook #3 SoldierBook #4 LegionBook #5 Inferno
Rogue (The Talon Saga, Book 2)
From the limitless imagination of bestselling author Julie Kagawa comes the next fantastic adventure in the Talon Saga... Deserter. Traitor. ROGUE. Ember Hill left the dragon organisation Talon to take her chances with rebel dragon Cobalt and his crew of rogues. But Ember can't forget the sacrifice made for her by the human boy who could have killed her—Garret Xavier Sebastian, a soldier of the dragon-slaying Order of St. George, the boy who saved her from a Talon assassin, knowing that by doing so, he'd signed his own death warrant. Determined to save Garret from execution, Ember must convince Cobalt to help her break into the Order's headquarters. With assassins after them and Ember's own brother helping Talon with the hunt, the rogues find an unexpected ally in Garret and a new perspective on the underground battle between Talon and St. George. A reckoning is brewing and the secrets hidden by both sides are shocking and deadly. Soon Ember must decide: Should she retreat to fight another day...or start an all-out war? Readers love Rogue! ‘Looooooved this book so much, go read it when you have the chance. It's unique, action-packed and heartbreaking.’ ‘Rogue is gripping, amazing, breathtaking and stunning.’ ‘Well...that was one heck of a ride! I don’t think my heart stopped racing from the first page to the last.’ *** The Talon Saga Book #1 TalonBook #2 RogueBook #3 SoldierBook #4 LegionBook #5 Inferno
Legion (The Talon Saga, Book 4)
From the New York Times, and international bestselling author of The Iron Fey and the Blood of Eden series comes the fourth instalment of The Talon Saga... The legions will be unleashed. No-one can stand against the coming horde... After witnessing a powerful sacrifice, Ember Hill knows that nothing she was taught by dragon organisation Talon is true. About humans, about rogue dragons, about herself and what she’s capable of doing and feeling. In the face of great loss, Ember vows to stand with rogue dragon Riley against The Order of St. George and against own twin brother Dante – the heir apparent Talon, who will soon unleash the greatest threat dragonkind has ever known. Talon is poised to take over the world, and the abominations they have created will soon take to the skies, darkening the world with the promise of blood and death to those who will not yield. Julie never disappoints! ‘This was absolutely amazing! Twists and turns at every end – this book kept me at the edge of my seat the whole time.’ ‘Oh. My. God. This book was so, so good.’ ‘Full of surprises, emotions and dedication for our 3 heroes... Awesome book and series.’ *** The Talon Saga Book #1 TalonBook #2 RogueBook #3 SoldierBook #4 LegionBook #5 Inferno
The Iron Traitor (The Iron Fey, Book 6)
The internationally bestselling Iron Fey series continues with The Iron Traitor After his unexpected journey into the land of the fey, Ethan Chase just wants to get back to his normal life with his girlfriend Kenzie. But when your sister is one of the most powerful faeries in the Nevernever, ‘normal’ simply isn’t an option... Ethan’s nephew, Keirran, is missing and on the verge of doing something unthinkable in the name of saving his own love. Something that will fracture the human and faery worlds forever. Now, as Ethan’s and Keirran’s fates entwine and Keirran slips further into darkness, Ethan’s next choice will decide the fate of them all. ‘Katniss Everdeen better watch out.’ Huffington Post on The Immortal Rules 'Julie Kagawa is one killer storyteller.’ MTV Readers love Julie Kagawa ‘CAN I GIVE IT 10 STARS?? Well, I would if I could!’ ‘Damn, Julie Kagawa has done it yet again!’ ‘I still am overwhelmed by the emotion The Iron Traitor left in its aftermath.’ *** The Iron Fey Series Book #1: The Iron KingBook #2: The Iron DaughterBook #3: The Iron QueenBook #4: The Iron KnightBook #5: The Lost PrinceBook #6: The Iron TraitorBook #7: The Iron Warrior
The Iron Daughter (The Iron Fey, Book 2)
Step back into the Faery realm... Half Summer faery princess, half human, Meghan has never fitted in anywhere. Deserted by the Winter prince she thought loved her, she is prisoner to the Winter faery queen. As war looms between Summer and Winter, Meghan knows that the real danger comes from the Iron fey – ironbound faeries that only she and her absent prince have seen. But no one believes her. Worse, Meghan’s own fey powers have been cut off. She’s stuck in Faery with only her wits for help. Trusting anyone would be foolish. Trusting the prince who betrayed her, deadly. But even as she grows a backbone of iron, Meghan can’t help but hear the whispers of longing in her all-too-human heart... Praise for Julie Kagawa ‘One killer storyteller’ MTV ’The Iron King is a must read!’ New York Times bestselling author, Gena Showalter Fans love The Iron Daughter! ‘A full five-stars to Julie Kagawa's The Iron Daughter.’ ‘Fabulous, thrilling and utterly fascinating.’ ‘This series is one of those that just keeps getting better.’ ‘I just can’t get enough of this world!’ *** The Iron Fey Series Book #1: The Iron KingBook #2: The Iron DaughterBook #3: The Iron QueenBook #4: The Iron KnightBook #5: The Lost PrinceBook #6: The Iron TraitorBook #7: The Iron Warrior
Islamic Monetary Economics and Institutions
This edited volume explores theoretical and empirical issues related to monetary economics and policy in the Islamic financial system. Derived from the Conference on Islamic Monetary Economics and Institutions: Theory and Practice 2017 held in Malé, Maldives, the enclosed papers highlights several option for authorities and regulatory bodies regarding monetary policy and regulation, as well as discussing how Islamic monetary policy effects growth, financial stability and resilience to shocks in practice. The inter-linkage between Islamic monetary policy and other markets are also explored. The subject of Islamic economics has gained considerable attention in the last four decades with the emergence of Islamic financial institutions around the world. This phenomenon has motivated economists to develop a comprehensive theoretical framework of modern monetary economics for Islamic economic system. An important characteristic of the Islamic economic system is the abolition of interest from the financial system. Islamic monetary economics is distinguished from conventional monetary economics due to the absence of interest. Therefore, under the Islamic economic system, monetary policy has to depend on other tools. In the early theoretical literature on Islamic monetary economics, many have discussed the role of money in Islamic economics system, while the number of empirical studies on Islamic monetary economics is a relatively new phenomenon. According to Islamic scholars, there are three main goals of Islamic monetary policy: a) economic well-being with full employment and optimum rate of economic growth; b) socioeconomic justice and equitable distribution of income and wealth and c) stability in the value of money. Hence, the Islamic monetary policy has several socioeconomic and ethical implications. Featuring regional case studies, this book serves as a valuable resource for academics, scholars, practitioners and policy makers in the areas of Islamic economics and finance.
Summer's Crossing (The Iron Fey)
An eBook exclusive novella from Julie Kagawa's amazing Iron Fey series! A Midsummer's Nightmare...? Robin Goodfellow. Puck. Summer Court prankster, King Oberon's right hand, bane of many a faery queen's existence – and secret friend to Prince Ash of the Winter Court. Until one girl's death came between them, and another girl stole both their hearts... Now Ash has granted one favor too many and someone's come to collect, forcing the prince to a place he cannot go without Puck's help – into the heart of the Summer Court. And Puck faces the ultimate choice – betray Ash and possibly win the girl they both love, or help his former friend turned bitter enemy pull off a deception that no true faery prankster could possibly resist. Kagawa does it again! ‘There comes a time when you read a book and all you want to do is climb inside the book and stay there.’ ‘Unbelievable, beautiful and dangerous all at the same time.Love this series!’ ‘Ah, there is nothing like going back into Julie Kagawa's world, even if it's only for a short while.’
Towards a Post-Covid Global Financial System
The impact of COVID-19 has exposed major cracks in the global financial system and has severely undermined global financial stability. Never have the shortcomings of universal financialization - the dominant principle of the global financial system for the past thirty-odd years - been more obvious or more painful. Islamic finance provides ways forward: based on commercial and social modes of risk-sharing and financing, it offers radical structural solutions to the health, human and financial crises faced in this unprecedented time. In Towards a Post-Covid Global Financial System: Lessons in Social Responsibility from Islamic Finance, an international team of experts explore how COVID-19 has affected the most vulnerable parts of the global economy; how it has been met by Islamic banking and finance specifically; and how the principles of Islamic social finance could be used to have a fairer, more resilient Islamic finance system for all.
Towards a Post-Covid Global Financial System
The impact of COVID-19 has exposed major cracks in the global financial system and has severely undermined global financial stability. Never have the shortcomings of universal financialization - the dominant principle of the global financial system for the past thirty-odd years - been more obvious or more painful. Islamic finance provides ways forward: based on commercial and social modes of risk-sharing and financing, it offers radical structural solutions to the health, human and financial crises faced in this unprecedented time. In Towards a Post-Covid Global Financial System: Lessons in Social Responsibility from Islamic Finance, an international team of experts explore how COVID-19 has affected the most vulnerable parts of the global economy; how it has been met by Islamic banking and finance specifically; and how the principles of Islamic social finance could be used to have a fairer, more resilient Islamic finance system for all.
The Lost Prince (The Iron Fey, Book 5)
‘A winning combination of magic, suspense and romance’ Sunday Express on The Iron King Don’t look at Them...Don’t speak of Them...Never enter Their world. Those are the rules that Ethan Chase lives by when it comes to the dark fairies that robbed him of his sister. But they are still on his trail and Ethan can’t fight fate forever... Now the deadly fey are at his school, colliding with his real life, Ethan will sacrifice everything to keep his mortal friends safe, even if it means becoming entangled in the world he’s spent his whole life trying to deny. His destiny and birth right are calling. And now there’s no escape. *** The beginning of a new story, The Lost Prince is both the fifth book in The Iron Fey series, and the first book in a brand-new trilogy: The Call of the Forgotten! Readers welcome Kagawa’s new tale: ‘YES! This is perfecto!’ ‘I was spellbound by Julie Kagawa. Her gorgeous prose and amazing story-weaving kept me hooked on the book until late night.’ ‘After reading this book, I can confidently say that Julie Kagawa has done it again!’ *** The Iron Fey Series Book #1: The Iron KingBook #2: The Iron DaughterBook #3: The Iron QueenBook #4: The Iron KnightBook #5: The Lost PrinceBook #6: The Iron TraitorBook #7: The Iron Warrior