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驚人發現! 你的基因有25%和香蕉一樣: Susie Brooks : Josy Bloggs : : 3 8 108 25% Susie Brooks Josy Bloggs
作者: Susie Brooks | 繪者: Josy Bloggs |譯者: 卓文怡 | 適讀年齡: 3-8 |
呼應【108課綱】自然科學領域核心素養具體內涵，探究生命的演化與延續
我為什麼是我？從科學的角度帶你認識自己
孩子絕不可錯過的第一本演化遺傳學繪本
在變幻萬千的非凡世界中，體驗與生命息息相關的知識
我為什麼是我？從科學的角度帶你認識自己
孩子絕不可錯過的第一本演化遺傳學繪本
在變幻萬千的非凡世界中，體驗與生命息息相關的知識
一本專為孩子撰寫、關於演化和遺傳最淺顯易懂的知識繪本。
從基因的量與質、直向與橫向的全面解說，幫助家長與孩子輕鬆理解基因是怎麼一回事。
由林大利（特有生物研究保育中心助理研究員）撰寫專文導讀，引領家長與孩子邁入基因的大千世界。
多樣的食材在廚師的食譜中，交織料理出一道道美味的佳餚；如果你的基因序列是一本無懈可擊的精美食譜書，裡頭會有些什麼？一點點會唱歌、一點點會動腦，也許還有一點點會爬樹？
所有生物，包括水果和人，都有內建的食譜，稱之為「基因」。基因主宰我們的髮色、我們的腿（還有脖子）有多長……以及決定你會長出一雙腳或是一根樹幹。基因會做很多、很多的工作，並指揮身體各個部位如何運作和發育。
但是，你知道嗎？在「你」這本精采絕倫的食譜書中，大約有四分之一和製造香蕉的食譜相同。沒錯！在你的基因中，大約有25%和這種軟軟的水果擁有相同的基因。除此之外，你的基因食譜還和果蠅雷同，牠可以代替你上太空出任務，藉此幫助人類了解太空旅行對人體的影響。
是不是感到超級不可思議！甚至懷疑是哪裡出了差錯或惡作劇？不、不、不！這些美麗的構成，讓地球上的物種有了某些相似卻又不一樣的基因，才能打造出如此獨一無二的你。猜猜看，爸爸和媽媽在這本專屬於你的食譜書裡，還加入了什麼呢？
在探索你與地球每一種生物之間的關係時，千萬別忘了！
每一個人之所以成為「你」，都是如此獨特的存在！
作者簡介
蘇西．布魯克斯（Susie Brooks）
英國插畫與版畫家，擁有藝術史學位與插畫暨多重學科版畫碩士學位。從事童書編輯和寫作十餘年，編寫過許多兒童知識圖畫書，同時也是位專業藝術家，常在世界各地旅行時，尋找特殊非凡的事物。工作室在英格蘭威爾特郡，提供作品給英國出版社、藝廊、設計師和圖片代理商，並不定期開設兒童版畫班。
繪者簡介
喬希．布羅格斯（Josy Bloggs）
擁有英國哈德斯菲爾德大學空間設計碩士學位。喜歡使用圖像和色彩配置來創造具影響力的插圖，圖像和空間設計的基礎塑造了她的藝術風格。繪圖和設計之餘，喜歡帶著狗在約克郡的鄉村散步或騎自行車。
譯者簡介
林大利
特有生物研究保育中心助理研究員、澳洲昆士蘭大學生物科學系博士生。主要研究野生動物和牠們的棲地。是個龜毛的書蟲，認為龜毛是探索世界的美德。譯作有《向大自然借點子：看科學家、設計師和工程師如何從自然中獲得啟發，運用仿生學創造科技生活》和《地球之書：探索地球的運作、生命演化、多樣生態系和人類活動的影響》（皆為小熊出版）
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★★★★★ 5
An action-packed dark romantasy
Format: Kindle
I loved this book! Queen of Roses is an Arthurian-inspired dark romantasy that is the first book in the Blood of Fae series. The story follows Morgan, the princess of Camelot who is rumored to be part fae. Fueled by prejudiced hatred and a mistrust of fae blood, Morgan’s abusive father strips her of her birthright and hands it to her half-brother, Arthur. Instead of becoming queen, Morgan is commanded to join the temple of the goddesses when she comes of age.
However, Arthur turns into a psychopathic, power-hungry, fae-hating king as he ages. He develops malevolent plans and commands Morgan to find an ancient weapon with legendary power. Although Morgan is wary of Arthur’s intentions, she embraces the opportunity to go on a journey and potentially change her fate.
The story picks up from there and we follow Morgan on her quest to find the ancient relic. It’s full of high stakes adventure, mystery, tension, banter, forced proximity, hidden magic, self discovery, and betrayal. This first installment of the series intricately develops the world building and character development. There’s little romance in this book, but it is evident that it is a slow burn that will continue to develop throughout the remainder of the series.
Overall, I loved the world building, the epic fantasy, Morgan’s journey of self discovery, and all of the twists and turns that set the stage for the future installments. I can’t wait to see what happens next!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024
★★★★★ 4
Arthurian Fae Quest…say less.
Format: Kindle
A fae centered Arthurian tale unlike any I’ve read so far. The author did a great job at descriptive world building, with scenes easily playing out in my minds eye. There was plenty of action, suspense, and even a touch of horror. An enemies to lovers, slow burn romance, a quest, with plot twist and turns aplenty. There was a love triangle, which I’m not usually a fan of but, it played out well in this story line. The FMC, Morgan Pendragon, was so blatantly naïve, yet I typically expect as much in a ‘book one’ of a series, especially one that features a fairly sheltered princess. I was happy to read that in spite of this, she still showed a strong sense of morals, fire, and spine. Now our MMC? Kairos Draven, aka Void’s Edge. Oh, how I’m a sucker for a smoking’ hot grumpy warrior alpha with a witty mouth, and a strong sense of “touch her and die” attitude, so you know who held all my cards. That ending? Just made me swoon all the harder. Now add a battlecat that rivals the size of a horse…and well Ms. Briar Boleyn you have well and truly stolen my heart. I’m excited to see where the story goes from here, and follow along to see more of the characters growth. I went into this story fairly blind, and I think I enjoyed it all the more because of it.
Once the story got going, it had me in an absolute chokehold and it was difficult to put down.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2024
★★★★★ 3
Not a bad start
Format: Kindle
3 stars
Thank you Netgalley and Briar Boleyn for the ARC!
A camelot/king Arthur retelling with fae. I was hooked by the idea of this book immediately and was eager to jump into this world.
• slow burn
• enemies to lovers
• who did this to you
Morgan Pendragon watched her mother die by her father's hand when she was just eight years old, hiding under the bed. Morgan is believed to have the tainted blood of the fae in her veins and is cast aside so that her fathers illegitimate son, Arthur, can become the king. She's seen his cruel treatment of the fae firsthand, so when he sends her on a journey to find a fae weapon she seizes the opportunity to do more with her life. Along the way, she finds more than she could have imagined.
I don't know a whole lot about King Arthur and Camelot but I had a lot of fun with this story! The plot has some similar tropes to popular romantasy books (From blood and ash) but there's enough originality here that it doesn't feel like I'm reading a copy. I liked how the fae were different in appearance than what is typical in most fantasy books I've read. In this book they have blue hair, violet skin and a wide range of other characteristics. I thought that the world building was easy to follow and I could easily immerse myself into this world. After reading the blurb I kept wondering when she was going to go on the journey to find Excalibur and it doesn't happen until around the 45% mark.
The story is a bit slow at times but starts to pick up once they begin their journey to find Excalibur. The John Wick style Inn was a fun concept that I enjoyed reading about.
There are a lot of similarities to this and FBAA and I would have liked to have it be a little more different, but I'm hoping book two will have the story turn into something of its own. Overall I enjoyed reading this story and I'm looking forward to reading book two especially after that ending.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2023
★★★★★ 5
Unraveling Fate and Fae: A Captivating Journey in "Queen of Roses"
Format: Kindle
"Queen of Roses" by Briar Boleyn is a dark fantasy romance that masterfully combines elements of myth, magic, and romance with a captivating King Arthur retelling infused with a Fae twist. From its intricately woven plot to its compelling characters, this novel delivers an immersive reading experience that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment.
At its core, "Queen of Roses" is an enchanting tale of forbidden love and destiny, featuring an exceptionally slow-burn romance that ignites with the intensity of an enemies-to-lovers trope. Against a backdrop of magic and mythical creatures, the story unfolds with tension, banter, and forced proximity, drawing readers into a world filled with love, friendships, self-discovery, and betrayal.
While the novel excels in world-building, character development, and plot intricacies, some readers may yearn for a bit more fire and spice in certain aspects of the narrative. However, the promise of future developments in the series offers hope for an even more dynamic and engaging story to come. I know I personally cannot wait to get into book 2.
With a cliffhanger ending that leaves hearts racing and minds reeling, "Queen of Roses" succeeds in immersing readers from start to finish. Its dark and twisted fantasy elements are expertly balanced with moments of adventure, action, and unexpected twists, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.
As the story delves into complex themes and explores the depths of its characters' struggles and desires, it's important to note that "Queen of Roses" may contain triggering content. Readers are advised to check the trigger warnings before diving into this captivating tale.
Overall, "Queen of Roses" is a must-read for fans of dark fantasy romance, offering a mesmerizing journey that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the series. With its lush prose, intricate storytelling, and unforgettable characters, this novel is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who venture into its enchanted world.
I want to extend a heartfelt shoutout to the author for granting me the opportunity to dive into "Queen of Roses" through NetGalley. It has been an absolute pleasure to explore the captivating world and characters crafted with such skill and imagination. Thank you for entrusting me with this glimpse into your enchanting world.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2024
★★★★★ 4
Right from the start, I was drawn in by the prologue!!!
Format: Paperback, Format: Paperback
Queen of Roses (Blood of a Fae #1) by Briar Boleyn
Genre General Fiction ( Adult), Romance, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Dark Romance
“More primordial than the stars. My name was on his lips as he promised unspeakable darkness to any who came between us.”
Right from the start, I was drawn in by the prologue!!!
I’m a big fan of “touch her, and you die” vibes, but I mean, what’s also not to love about a unique Arthurian retelling with gender twists, a treacherous royal court, a dangerous quest, magical Fae & mystical monsters, entwined with a bit of spice!
Morgan, Princess of Pendrath and true heir to the throne has spent most of her life dimming her light to feel safe and to make others comfortable. She is treated as an outcast in the court and repressed by her family due to the blood of the Fae within her and forced to join the Temple of the Three as a priestess in training to one day replace Merlin.
Her brother, King Arthur, who reminds me of Joffrey from Game of Thrones, later tells her that he has other plans and offers her a choice of the Temple or to marry her off for political gain, unless… that is, she can journey through the great unknown and return with a long-lost fae weapon with enchanted powers known as Excalibur.
Her quest begins with a roguish crew that includes the mysterious, arrogant, and heart-tuggingly handsome Captain of the Royal Guard, Kairos Draven, whom she can’t decide if she wants to stab or indulge in pleasure with.
Along the way are plenty of surprises, mystical creatures, and betrayal, all while Morgan uncovers more of the truth about herself and who she can trust.
This book had intriguing storylines and lovable characters that kept me turning pages and wanting more. I can’t wait to see how it all unfolds and comes together in book 2, Court of Claws, which I just started reading!!
Read if you’re into-
Dark Fantasy/Romance
Slow–Burn
Question Everything
Magic and Action
Fae
Arthurian Legend
Stabby/Broken FFC
Morally Gray MMC
Forced Proximity
Queen of Roses is perfect for Holly Black, Jennifer L. Armentrout, and Sarah J. Maas fans.
Please check the trigger warnings page in the table of contents before reading this book.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2023