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Are you ready for some of the most exciting, death-defying escape stories ever told? Perfect for fans of the I Survived series, the second installment in a brand-new, edge-of-your-seat series based on real events!
Winter 1838-Kentucky. Determined to save her toddler son from being sold as a slave, the woman who became known as Eliza Harris trekked through the forest, in the dark of night with wild animals on her heels. Her goal: cross the Ohio River,...
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With a broken heart and a broken spirit, Hattie is in need of a summer escape. So when an opportunity comes up to work at a beautiful, stately chateau in the Champagne region of France she books her flights quicker than the pop of a cork. Romance is the last thing Hattie is looking for but then she wasn't expecting gorgeous Luc to stroll into her life. With picnics in the warm French sun and delicious foodie trips to the local market, Hattie starts...
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The definitive history of MI9's emergency escape and evasion mapping program and the contribution the maps made to victory in 1945. Fascinating stories of secret maps used by prisoners of World War II.
The creation of MI9 in December 1939, the rationale for the new military intelligence branch and the context of the history of military mapping on silk is outlined. The map production program is described, together with its progress and the challenges...
4) Wild Escapes
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Forty amazing places where you can escape reality and reconnect with nature These unforgettable locations in Britain's wild corners range from lighthouses to cottages, from bothies to boats. Although they're the stuff of dreams, in reality they're affordable and reachable. In addition to the wild escapes themselves, this book gives you invaluable information about their surrounding areas, including walks and wildlife. The book is beautifully photographed...
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Holidays, relatives, pressure to marry-sometimes it is all too much. Is it any wonder a woman may need to escape? The heroines in this collection of stories aren't afraid to take matters into their own hands when they've had enough. The Ultimate Escape, by Susana Ellis - On the eve of her wedding, Julia needs to take a moment to consider what she is doing, and where better than 100 years in the past? Unfortunately, Oliver finds a way to chase her...
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Enthusiastic, pleasingly madcap Geographical
Adventure something that's new and exhilarating, outside your comfort zone. Adventures change you and how you see the world, and all you need is an open mind, bags of enthusiasm and boundless curiosity.
So whats a microadventure? Its close to home, cheap, simple, short and 100 percent guaranteed to refresh your life. A microadventure takes the spirit of a big adventure and squeezes it into a day or even...
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"Dreams of Distant Shores: Tales of Island Escapes" is a captivating collection of stories that transport readers to exotic and enchanting island destinations around the globe. From the turquoise waters of the Caribbean to the lush rainforests of the South Pacific, each tale immerses you in the beauty and allure of island life. Whether it's a romantic getaway, a thrilling adventure, or a journey of self-discovery, these stories capture the essence...
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Embark on an exhilarating journey through the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Himalayas with "Extreme Bliss: Adrenaline-Fuelled Escapes in the Himalayas." This gripping adventure guide invites thrill-seekers and nature enthusiasts alike to experience the pulse-pounding excitement of some of the most daring and heart-pounding activities amidst the breath-taking beauty of the world's highest mountain range.In "Extreme Bliss," author weaves together...
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"Journeys of the Heart: Romantic Escapes Around the World" sweeps readers away on a whirlwind of love and adventure across the globe. This enchanting collection of stories follows couples as they embark on unforgettable romantic getaways, from secluded beach retreats to charming countryside escapes and vibrant city rendezvous. Each narrative captures the essence of love and romance against the backdrop of stunning landscapes and cultural wonders....
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Ready to turn the page from a life of 'what ifs'? Embark on a journey through "Escapes or Renew: Can Traveling Do Both?" and unlock the secrets of how travel can be your gateway to mental wellness and profound happiness.
This book is not a travel guide; it's a manifesto for anyone who has felt the tug of wanderlust but is entangled in the web of 'too busy,' 'too broke,' or 'too rooted in reality to travel.'
Discover the truths that debunk...
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Fall in love with the Christmas romance of the year, full of love and second chances!
Lottie Grant loves the festive season so much that she works at the incredibly successful Christmas shop, Christmas Crackers, in her pretty Scottish home town of Craig Brae. But when the shop is sold, her world is turned upside down, leaving her wondering what she will do next.
Just as she’s about to give up hope on finding a new dream job, an offer comes that...
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"Nearly a decade after getting chased out of the Army for fighting back against abuse, Monna Locke's skill and discretion have made her the go-to safecracker for Los Angeles clients who need vaults opened and no questions asked. When a lawyer hires her to retrieve a box from his client's mansion, it seems like an easy payday--until she opens the safe and is immediately attacked by heavily-armed men. Locke barely escapes and returns to her isolated...
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"As the German army invades the Netherlands in 1940, Aleida van der Zee Martens escapes to London to wait out the Occupation. Separated from her three-year-old son, Theo, in the process, the young widow desperately searches for her little boy even as she works for an agency responsible for evacuating children to the countryside.When German bombs set London ablaze, BBC radio correspondent Hugh Collingwood reports on the Blitz, eager to boost morale...
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"Nicolas 'Nico' Hall is sixteen when he escapes from Dr. H's religious gay reprogramming institute in California. On his own, he assumes one identity after another to avoid recapture as he flees south to Peru and then to Mexico. Seven days older than Nico, Samuel 'Sam' Jonas Solomon is a privileged Upper West Side only child who idolizes James Bond. When his heart is broken, he vows that, like Bond, he's never going to trust in love again. Then he...
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"Lucy is the tourist vacationing at a beach house on Prince Edward Island. Felix is the local who shows her a very good time. The only problem: Lucy doesn't know he's her best friend's younger brother. Lucy and Felix's chemistry is unreal, but the list of reasons why they need to stay away from each other is long, and they vow to never repeat that electric night again. It's easier said than done. Each year, Lucy escapes to PEI for a big breath of...
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Skyhorse Publishing
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[2023]
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Details how research to develop preemptive vaccines for animal viruses before they jump to humans--research that could also be used for the development of bioweapons--was outsourced to the Wuhan Institute of Virology and reveals the conspiracy to hide thesource and origin of the COVID-19 virus.
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2024
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"Leah has been living with akinetopsia, or motion blindness, since she was a child. For the last twenty years, she hasn't been able to see movement. As she walks around her upper Manhattan neighborhood with her white stick tapping in front, most people assume she's blind. But the truth is Leah sees a good deal, and with her acute senses of smell and hearing, very little escapes her notice. She has a quiet, orderly life, with little human contact beyond...
19) Ant story
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Harper Alley, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
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[2024]
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Meet Rubi, a tiny ant with a big personality and an even bigger love for stories. Who knew the small world of her colony could be full of unexpected friendships, epic adventures, and death-defying escapes?