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Families of honor volume 2
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English
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Ella, after being forced to auction off most of her late father's belongings, including her family's land, must find the courage to risk her heart when Loyal Weaver, the new owner of her family's old farmhouse, asks for her hand in marriage.
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A girl willing to do anything to save her sister...even if it means trusting a man.A magical land that's falling apart.Peter Pan is losing control. 1. A Curse of Gems: A Retelling of Toads and Diamonds Jaelle knows better than to trust men. Every girl in Terrefantome knows that. But when her plan to escape her oppressive kingdom with her sister goes awry, she finds herself with an unwanted magical gift and her sister in peril. To make matters worse,...
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Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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"Twelve-year-old Kyle gets to stay overnight in the new town library, designed by his hero (the famous gamemaker Luigi Lemoncello), with other students but finds that come morning he must work with friends to solve puzzles in order to escape"--
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VVS Films
Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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When a tech blogger discovers a time-altering device, he unleashes its power to rewrite the past and seek revenge against the ruthless corporate empire that destroyed his family. But his actions soon trigger a terrifying chain of events, propelling him into a pulse-pounding battle for survival where every second counts.
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In a world brimming with chaos and uncertainty, the quest for inner peace becomes not just a desire but a necessity. "Finding Your Peace" is a profound invitation to embark on a transformative journey towards inner harmony, healing, and well-being.Authored by Tarsiana Urnice Hauses and Journi Quest, this e-book is a beacon of light for those seeking solace, clarity, and connection amidst life's trials and tribulations. With deep compassion and wisdom,...
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In "Parallel Universe Chronicles: Unlocking the Multiverse," the intriguing worlds of time travel and parallel universes converge, inviting readers on an enthralling odyssey through the boundless mysteries of existence. This captivating adventure challenges the fundamental notions of time, reality, and choice, blending intricate theories with thrilling escapades and profound philosophical reflection.
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A VERY VERY VERY WEIRD LOVE STORYJennifer Watts is a candid, hard-working girl exploited by Britney, her cynical, devilish sister. Jennifer's destiny changes when she meets billionaire (not millionaire) Richard Wealthy, who is kind of stupid but has rock-hard abs.Just as Jennifer's circumstances begin to improve, her sinister sister screws up and ruins her life, until a stroke of fate, hidden in waffles and the contemporary art market, puts Jeniffer...
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The author of Empire of the Senseless gives the Dickens classic a punk twist, setting it in 1980s New York City.
Kathy Acker's practice of literary appropriation and pastiche made her notorious-as a rebel and a groundbreaker-when Great Expectations was first published in 1982. Here, she begins rewriting Charles Dickens's classic-splicing it with passages from Pierre Guyotat's sexually violent Eden, Eden, Eden, among other texts-alongside Acker's...
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Even in the Advent season Mr. Holmes mustn't take a break: Murderers, blackmailers and all kinds of odd incidents keep him on the go. And Watson is not much of a help, busying himself with baking all those Christmas cookies for his dog. Mr. Holmes' Criminal Fiction Advent calendar contains 24 short detective stories that challenge your puzzle-solving skills - one for each Advent day. Follow in the famous master detective's footsteps and use the evidence...
11) Excalibur
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The young King Arthur asks for and receives the noble sword Excalibur from the Lady of the Lake and promises to be deserving of it through acts of valor.
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You are about to read a highly enjoyable, absorbing, vibrant and original children's story. Prepare to enter the world of the Irish Fae at a place where it meets the Human world. That place is Ballynoosle, a small lakeside village in the west of Ireland which receives government funding to help Faeries and Humans live together in harmony.
Four children have arrived in Ballynoosle and are living on an old barge moored outside the village. They are...
13) Touch of Eve
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A tale of Wa of old and a gripping tale about Yamatai of the Annunakai, still a gripping tale of the Wa after the Annunakai and a gripping tale of modern day Japan.Cast in the path of John and the keeper about a past of Japan long lost. A tell tale about the old black queens of Japan and their undying nature that has surpassed antiquity and medieval era to issue in the gist of things in the modern day Nippon. For there is a history of Japan of old...
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A house made of straw, a house made of wood, and a house made of brick, but will they be enough to stop the wolf? The classic tale about three little pigs working together to protect themselves from a wolf provides readers with entertainment and intrigue. Charming illustrations with vibrant colors and beautiful scenery accompany readers as they explore the world of the three little pigs, which allows young readers to continue strengthening their imagination....
15) Goldilocks
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The fairy tale of Goldilocks and the three bears presents a story about a young girl's curiosity, which represents the curious nature of young readers as they follow her discovery of a house belonging to a family of bears. She tries their porridge, sits in their chairs, and ultimately naps in one of their beds, but the bears treat her with understanding and warmth when they find her. The text and illustrations engage readers with their age-appropriate...
16) Boomsnickle
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Oh no! Santa has forgotten a present that he was supposed to deliver on Christmas Eve. The present wasn't found until New Year's Eve when Boomsnickle was checking off his end-of-the-year list. What will Boomsnickle do to help the unlucky boy get his present?
17) Sleeping Beauty
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Many children are familiar with the story of Sleeping Beauty. This retelling includes diverse characters through brilliant illustrations. Readers will follow the story of a princess who is cursed by an evil fairy to die if she ever touches a spindle. When
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What would you do if your nose grew every time you told a lie? Readers are transported into the iconic tale of Pinocchio, the wooden boy who learned important lessons of responsibility and honesty. They discover a colorful, fascinating world with charming illustrations. The fresh presentation of this famous fairy tale is sure to engage and entertain readers, while still providing them with crucial life lessons about being true to themselves.
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"When one has read the six great Austen novels…and then reread and then reread the six again, one's only recourse is the company of others equally bereft. Cindy Jones's My Jane Austen Summer fills the gap with a nourishing Austen-soaked setting, a wonderfully surprising plot, and Lily, a delightfully peculiar heroine."
-Karen Joy Fowler, author of The Jane Austen Book Club
Author Cindy Jones has a gift for the millions of readers everywhere who...
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A well-known classic that's sure to stick with readers, the story of Little Red Riding Hood is charming, exciting, and even a tiny bit frightening! When Little Red Riding Hood encounters a wolf, he finds himself determined to make her his next meal. But with determination and crucial help from some passing friends, Little Red Riding Hood escapes his chops and happily reunites with her grandmother. Achievable text and eye-catching illustrations capture...
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