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The dramatic story of one woman's struggle to find her destiny, and herself, in Reconstruction-era Virginia.
In the years following the Civil War, joy is hard to come by for twenty-year-old Dorinda Oakley. The daughter of a struggling farmer in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, Dorinda is an intelligent, independent, and passionate young woman who dreams of life outside of her poor community. For the past year, she has worked at Nathan Pedlar's...
2) Barren Earth
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IN THE FUTURE, THE DEAD RULE THE STARS! In 2118 the deep space exploration vessel, Hyperion, left Earth, just one of many such ships sent out to map out suitable planets for colonies, to locate and identify potential threats before they found Earth. The crew never imagined coming home would be the most dangerous part of their voyage. With the Earth in ruins, and humanity at war with itself, the remaining colonies of men must struggle to survive against...
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What do we do when diagnosed with a debilitating disease? How do we cope and heal when our life revolves around perfectionism and control? What journey do we take with our pain?
Susan Montgomery invites readers to wander through the beautifully cultivated metaphorical garden in her memoir. As she deals with severe ulcerative colitis and navigates the challenging terrain of two colorectal surgeries, Susan discovers the resilience within her spirit.
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The problem of infertility has reached epidemic levels in our society. It is projected that 40 percent of women currently 25 and younger will have difficulty conceiving a child or reaching a live birth. Amanda Hope Haley had married David, the man of her dreams, and earned a master's degree from Harvard. She and David purchased their first home and settled down to start a family. All her hopes and dreams were coming true according to plan-until the...
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First published in 2001, Barren Lands is the classic true story of the men who sought-and found-a great diamond mine on the last frontier of the far north. From a bloody 18th-century trek across the Canadian tundra to the daunting natural forces facing protagonists Chuck Fipke and Stewart Blusson as they struggle against the mighty DeBeers cartel, this is the definitive account of one of the world's great mineral discoveries. Combining geology, science...
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Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery with "The Introspection Journal." Spread across 365 days, each prompt is thoughtfully crafted to guide you deeper into understanding the intricate facets of your identity, aspirations, relationships, and more. Whether you're a seasoned journaler or just beginning, this introspective guide is designed to resonate with everyone. Unlock a heightened sense of self-awareness, and allow each page to inspire...
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The Ultimate Guide to Finding Your Life's PurposeHave you ever paused amidst the hustle and bustle, wondering if there's more to life? Ever felt that inexplicable yearning – a call to explore something greater than the everyday? Dive into the transformative journey of discovering your life's true purpose with this ultimate guide.In a world overflowing with choices, pressures, and fleeting pleasures, many of us are left seeking genuine meaning. This...
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Dive into a transformative exploration of the self with "Mirrors to the Soul", your comprehensive guide to the art and practice of deep self-reflection. This thoughtfully curated journey traces self-awareness techniques from diverse corners of the world, shedding light on age-old traditions, contemporary methodologies, and the universal quest for inner understanding.What this book offers:A Deep Dive into Self-Awareness: Understand the psychology and...
11) Aftertime
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"Awakening in a bleak landscape as scarred as her body, Cass Dollar vaguely recalls surviving something terrible. Having no idea how many weeks have passed, she slowly realizes the horrifying truth: Ruthie has vanished. And with her, nearly all of civilization. Where once-lush hills carried cars and commerce, the roads today see only cannibalistic Beaters--people turned hungry for human flesh by a government experiment gone wrong. In a broken, barren...
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Another day volume 2
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"The Oracle of Maracoor, the second in the trilogy called Another Day, continues the story of Elphaba's green-skinned granddaughter, Rain. That strange land, Maracoor--across the ocean from Oz--is beset by an invading army. In the mayhem, Rain and Cossy, a child felon, break out of prison. Helped by a few flying monkeys, they struggle to escape the city before it falls under siege. Their arresting officer, Lucikles, also retreats with his family to...
13) Blood circus
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"At the end of the twenty-first century, climate change and famine almost ended humanity--until the discovery of the Klujns, a barbaric, humanoid species with strangely colored eyes and even stranger abilities. Their crystal claws and bones fertilize barren soil, and their tender meat is a super-protein. Klujns are both humans' saviors and natural-born enemies, meant to be hunted and used. When sixteen-year-old Ava finds herself on the wrong side...
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