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1) Katmeridou
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Amid the gloomy backdrop of Glasgow's streets, Noah strives to carve out a semblance of normalcy. His odyssey through secondary school is fraught with hurdles as he grapples with familial strife and the daily grind of academia. Determined to secure a future beyond the confines of his challenging circumstances, he is intent on performing well enough to land a respectable job.
Noah's sanctuary lies in the ivories of the piano, an instrument he has...
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Do you know who you really are?
Ionan thought he did. King of the West, that's who he is. Though, having been sent to Camelot to grow up under the care and protection of his uncle, Uther Pendragon, being a king doesn't count for much. Especially when your cousin Arthur is very much bigger and stronger than you are. But still, he is a King. Mostly. It is undeniably more exciting to be able to transform yourself into a wolfhound or eagle when you want...
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What 14-year-old boy would turn down the opportunity to fight alongside ninjas, fly with dinosaurs, and battle Ice Giants? Probably none. Which of those boys would willingly give up childhood in order to do it is the real question.In The Hero Within, Alex is that regular 14-year-old boy. He isn't really concerned about the pressures of young adulthood that await him, but with high school looming right after the summer Alex is forced to take a closer...
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Everything has been taken from Olivia; her parents, her friends and now her freedom. When she is kidnapped, she finds herself hidden away in an underground cavern full of missing children. It becomes very clear that she is in danger. Given the situation, she must surrender to her captors or fight; fight for her life, fight for her freedom and fight for the man she loves.Damon is a troubled teen who finds himself working in a sex ring. He is a guard...
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Hi, my name is Ace Ford, a normal teenager who really regrets what he gets himself into.
Ace Ford and his four companions, Libbie, Jim, Becky and Austin, are all orphans in a San Diego orphanage. During a normal summer's day, the five travel to a simplistic beach where their entire lives are flipped upside down.
They wake up in a peculiar kingdom, only to discover that it is controlled by a mysterious, wicked empire, ruled by an evil god. Pursued...
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Ivan returns to the mystical West Forest for two reasons. He promised to testify during Merridyn's trial, though he doubts himself and his ability-until the Truth Chair is brought forth. The other reason is to answer his older brother's desperate plea to travel to the Mountain of Smoke and Fire to save him. From what? Ivan knows the mountain is a most-awful place. A monster dwells there, protected by the flesh-eating ghouls. Ivan's life hangs in the...
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"Starlit Campfire Love Stories" invites readers on an enchanting journey through a collection of diverse and captivating tales that unfold under the celestial canopy of starlit skies. The anthology, curated by an insightful editor, weaves a tapestry of love stories set against the backdrop of the great outdoors, where campfires flicker and nature becomes an intimate accomplice to romance.In this compilation, the narratives span across misty mountains,...
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Not all Superhero Teams are the same, and when it comes to the zany adventures of The Mysterious Minute-Men, the differences are all part of the fun! In their quest to protect Metro City, The Mysterious Minute-Men know that with Great Soda comes Great Responsibility! Collecting all the serials that make up their history, this Omnibus sets the stage for the long-awaited, novel-length sequel.
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This is primarily a gift book meant to express the feelings of caring and loving one person has for another. It is also universal in that it does not narrow the audience to one age or gender. Also, some people will buy this book to read it for themselves. Several people have told me that they liked to read a few favorite verses before going to sleep at night.
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Janine Hamel Lettera was a NJ Kindergarten teacher who sadly passed away in 1999 at the age of 40. Janine was a talented poet and created visual art. Her first book "My First Day of School" was published posthumously in 2012. Throughout the years, Janine's Mom Carol discovered Janine's emotional and poignant poetry and art and recently forwarded it to her Goddaughter Susan J. Farese. Susan edited, formatted and published "THE CRY OF THE SEAGULL: JANINE'S...
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On a seemingly idyllic summer day, John and Bob's fishing excursion takes a chilling turn when they reel in an unidentifiable, slimy creature from the depths of the local river. Against better judgment, they bring their catch home, unaware of the impending doom it heralds. Only Grandma, often dismissed as eccentric, senses the lurking danger. But her warnings fall on deaf ears.
As the situation spirals, it becomes clear that the creature is not alone....
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My name is Riley Whittle and my story is a dark one. A story of betrayal, love, and choice. I will tell you this story. The story of how my life came to be, starting with the day when one mistake would change my life forever. And it all starts with my father, a promise, me, a Raven, and a curse, the curse of the moon. Blood will be shed, innocent people will be harmed, and I will be left with experiences that will never leave my mind. For people used...
13) The Power of Two
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Edrei's yearning to be with her dead twin sister, Elise, drives her to desperate measures. She risks everything to reunite, fearing Elise is in terrible danger. Yet this quest takes a perilous turn when Edrei defies Gaia's rules making a formidable enemy in Tal. She will need all her strength to survive the terrible consequences. Even then, will Gaia deem her worthy to enter her Afterlife?
Happy in the Afterlife, Elise does not want to reunite; she...
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Against the colourful backdrop of rich, Trinidadian culture, religion and politics, the Redman family journeys through life in the fictional settings of Bonaire and San Pedro.
In a series of anecdotes, each presented in a particular year, a life-experience of each character in the family is highlighted, and the reader can expect to be entertained by riveting scenes involving adventure, humour, conflict, emotion, and a touch of romance that would...
15) Missing Pieces
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After discovering a long hidden secret about her family and learning a frightening truth about her own past, Keri Lawrence decides to remain living at her grandmother's plantation home for the school year, in hopes of understanding her past and learning more about who she really is.Her relationship with Adrian becomes more and more complicated and every move she makes seems to push him further away and into the arms of her enemy. The thoughts of losing...
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Growing up as SuperTramp aerialists on the Cirque du Panterra family's sprawling sheep station in Outback, Australia, is an amazing adventure filled with wonder and magic.
Following the destruction of habitat from raging bushfires, Xtarla and Rick Panterra join in the search and rescue of injured wildlife. While sheltering in an abandoned opal mine from a hot spot flare-up, the team discovers injured koalas, which are transported to a field...
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In recent years, sneakers have taken the world by storm. What was once a simple athletic shoe has now become a symbol of style, status, and self-expression. Sneaker culture has exploded, captivating the attention of young men from all walks of life. From sneaker junkies who collect and appreciate vintage or retro sneakers, to those dedicated to high-end and designer brands, to those who specialize in hunting down and acquiring limited edition releases,...
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"Return to Aqualor" is a moving story of family, respect, empathy, courage, perseverance, love, unity, freedom, loneliness, revenge, and the eternal battle of good versus evil. "Return to Aqualor," the sequel to Return to Isle of the Shallows, will take readers to new and beautiful realms filled with unique characters and their inspiring journeys.
In the Arvak Kingdom, the terrible tyrant Chasqua has escaped confinement. With the portal to the human...
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In "Rising Above: Navigating Life's Challenges with Strength and Purpose," Anthony Hingle III presents a powerful and inspiring guide for African American teenagers grappling with the realities of growing up in poverty. This book is more than just a collection of stories and advice; it's a lifeline to those who feel overwhelmed by the challenges they face daily.
At its core, "Rising Above" is about empowerment through education, resilience, and...
20) Logan
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Pendant longtemps, j'ai cru que nous étions spéciaux, Julian et moi. Logan et Julian, les jumeaux identiques. Des doubles, des miroirs, inséparables. Je dois admettre que je me suis trompé. Nous sommes plus différents que je ne le pensais.
J'ai fait erreur sur beaucoup de choses, dernièrement. J'étais convaincu que notre famille était unie, et pourtant... Notre mère est partie sans donner de nouvelles ; notre père, qui me semblait inébranlable,...