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Provides information on selecting and caring for Collies. Includes feeding requirements, accommodations, housebreaking, behavior modification, health care, breeding, and the history of the Collie. Tidy condition.

Trail of Fire

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Sian Westbury, on a sketching holiday in Crete, slipped easily into a camping partnership with handsome Scandinavian Per, and was content to follow where his archaeological interests led – until a car plunged in flames down a mountainside. There were curious details about the dead man thrown clear of the wreckage. Was there also something curious about Per’s reaction? But in a matter of days the arrogant young Anglo-Swede was also to die mysteriously when leaked camping gas exploded at an isolated farm. As his family gathered and the police stepped in, it was Sian who came under suspicion. Yet as she learned more and more about the Wennbergs, she grew convinced that the trail led back far beyond her meeting with Per; back to an earlier death when a Youth Hostel burned down in Cumbria – and there too Per had been on holiday… Ex library a well read copy but binding is good.

The Little House

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A contemporary psychological thriller in the style of Ruth Rendell, from one of today’s most versatile and compelling storytellers. It was easy for Elizabeth. She married the man she loved, bore him two children and made a home for him which was the envy of their friends. It was harder for Ruth. She married Elizabeth’s son and then found that, somehow, she could never quite measure up… Isolation, deceit and betrayal fill the gaps between the two individual women and between their different worlds. In this complex thriller, Philippa Gregory deploys all her insight into what women want and what women fear, as Ruth confronts the shifting borders of her own sanity. Laying bare the comfortable conventions of rural England, this spine-tingling novel pulses with suspense until the whiplash double-twist of the denouement. Tidy condition, minor marks inside front cover.

Pawn in Frankincense

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For the first time Dunnett’s “Lymond Chronicles” are available in the United States in quality paperback editions. Pawn in Frankincense is the fourth in the legendary “Lymond Chronicles,” Somewhere within the bejeweled labyrinth of the Ottoman empire, a child is hidden. Now his father, Francis Crawford of Lymond, soldier of fortune and the exiled heir of Scottish nobility, is searching for him while ostensibly engaged on a mission to the Turkish Sultan. At stake is a pawn in a cutthroat game whose gambits include treason, enslavement, and murder. With a Foreword by the author. Tidy Condition, minor marks inside front cover.

Obby Challenge (Diary of a Roblox Pro, 3)

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Ari can’t believe his luck. Zeke’s dad is taking them to see the epic new obby he has built for the army! But the school bully, Trip, is there too. When Trip climbs the obby and dares Ari to join him, Ari thinks it’s just harmless fun. But the design of the obby means they have to finish it. Can Trip and Ari finish the obby? Or will it be game over for both of them? Very Tidy Condition As New

A Painted House

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The hill people and the Mexicans arrived on the same day. It was a Wednesday, early in September 1952. The Cardinals were five games behind the Dodgers with two weeks to go, and the season looked hopeless. The cotton, however, was waist high to my father, almost over my head, and he and my grandfather could be heard before supper whispering words that were seldom heard. It could be a “good crop.” Thus begins the new novel from John Grisham, a story inspired by his own childhood in rural Arkansas. The narrator is a seven year old farm boy named Luke Chandler, who lives in the cotton fields with his parents and grandparents in a little house that’s never been painted. The Chandlers farm eighty acres that they rent, not own, and when the cotton is ready they hire a truckload of Mexicans and a family from the Ozarks to help harvest it. For six weeks they pick cotton, battling the heat, the rain, the fatigue, and sometimes, each other. As the weeks pass Luke sees and hears things no seven year old could possibly be prepared for, and finds himself keeping secrets that not only threaten the crop but will change the lives of the Chandlers forever. A Painted House is a moving story of one boy’s journey from innocence to experience. Tidy condition

The Tomb of the Zombie King (seekers of the Lost Cavern #1)

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“It’s not easy being Davern Cavern. Everyone in his family is a super-smart, super-brave Explorer… except for Davern. But when Davern’s world-famous dad mysteriously disappears, it’s up to Davern and his besties, Zara and Woop, to search where no-one else dares. Can Davern and his friends solve the mystery and survive a zombie curse? And, most importantly, will there be enough brussels sprout sandwiches?!”–Publisher. Tidy condition as new.

Queens’ Play

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Combining all the political intrigue of Game of Thrones with the sweeping romanticism of Outlander, Dorothy Dunnett’s legendary Lymond Chronicles have enthralled readers for decades and amassed legions of devoted fans. This second book in the series finds Francis Crawford of Lymond embroiled in a dangerous game to prevent the assassination of Mary Queen of Scots. Having miraculously cleared his name of charges of murder and treason, Francis Crawford of Lymond is hardly the type to settle down to a peaceful life. Instead he embarks on a secret mission to protect the Scottish queen, who, though still a little girl, is already the object of malicious intrigues. Embedding himself within the decadent French court, Lymond undertakes the most unlikely of masquerades to ensure that the young queen remains safe. But with his past weighing more heavily on Lymond than he would ever admit, he finds himself sinking a little too deeply into his devious disguise—and risks losing himself completely. Tidy condition.

Owly A Time to Be Brave A Graphic Novel

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Owly, the little owl with a heart of gold, returns for another forest adventure in this Eisner-winning series about friendship! For Owly and Wormy, nothing beats the power of friendship! But fear can be a powerful force, too. There’s a new visitor to the forest, an opossum who’s misunderstood because of the way he looks. Wormy is afraid of him, and when Owly tries to untangle him from a fence, Possey begins hissing and bares his sharp teeth! He’s scared and hurt, and now everyone is afraid! Can the trio be brave and face their fears with just a little courage and a lot of friendship? Through a unique blend of words and symbols, Owly can be read by the youngest readers, and is a great introduction to graphic novels! Very Tidy Condition as new.

Monster Blood Is Back (Goosebumps SlappyWorld #13)

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This is Slappy’s world — you only scream in it! Sascha Nelson and her best friend Nicole Miller love to cook! After school, they spend their time concocting new dishes in the kitchen. So when their favorite TV show Kids Big Chef Food Fights comes to their school for a special competition, they’re ecstatic! But with school cheaters Ashli and Diggs also in the show, things don’t seem as fun anymore. When Sascha and Nicole buy a mysterious can called Monster Blood is Back, they use it to get back at Ashli and Diggs. But as the Monster Blood grows and grows, can the two get the slime under control or will it swallow up the competition? Vert Tidy condition as new.

A Bear Named Bjorn

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Bjorn lives in a cave. The walls are soft, the ground is comfortable, and just in front there is new grass and a rough tree, perfect for back-scratching. A Bear Named Bjorn takes us into the forest with Bjorn the bear and his friends. One day the animals have their eye tests and try on the humans’ lost spectacles. Another, they just sit, watching the leaves and playing cards on a tree stump. And on party night the animals borrow clothes hanging on the camping ground line—and return everything carefully in the morning, only a little bit used. Bjorn’s thoughtful bear logic and small eccentricities are the heart of these mischievous chapters that are by turns contemplative and comical, odes to both nature and “human” nature. Winner of the coveted Pepite des Petits prize 2016 and a White Raven selection 2017. Very tidy condition as new

Belly Dancing for Beginners

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Gayle and Sonya are a study in contrasts: one reserved and cautious, the other confident and outspoken. But their very different lives will be turned upside down when they impulsively join a belly dancing class. Marissa, their teacher, is sixty, sexy, and very much her own person, and as Gayle and Sonya learn about the origins and meaning of the dance, much more than their muscle tone begins to change. Gayle, crippled by the secrets at the heart of her marriage, is forced to face who and what she has become; the seriously single Sonya begins to explore her isolation from her family; and even Marissa, accustomed to seeing other women changed by the dance, must finally confront a horrifying event from her own past. And then there are the men in their lives: Oliver, deeply confused about why his politically correct attitude to women never quite seems to work; Brian, blissfully unaware that he’s sailing towards the rocks; and Frank, who’s battling his own demons. Belly Dancing for Beginners is a warm-hearted, mov

Bad Behaviour

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From the bestselling author of A Month of Sundays, with new novel At the End of the Day out now. “Central to Byrski’s book is the value of friendship among women” Sun-Herald One mistake can change a life forever. Zoe is living a conventional suburban life in Fremantle. She works, she gardens and she loves her supportive husband Archie and their three children. But the arrival of a new woman into her son Daniel’s life unsettles Zoe. Suddenly she is feeling angry and hurt, and is lashing out at those closest to her. In Sussex, England, Julia is feeling nostalgic as she nurses her best friend through the last painful stages of cancer. Her enthusiastic but dithering husband Tom is trying to convince Julia to slow down. Although she knows Tom means well, Julia cannot help but feel frustrated that he is pushing her into old age before she is ready. But she knows she is lucky to have him. She so nearly didn’t…These two women’s lives have been shaped by the decisions they made back in 1968 – In a time of politics and protest, consciousness rising and sexual liberation they were looking for their own happy endings. But back the Zoe and Julia couldn’t beging to imagine how those decisions would send them along pathways from which there was no turning back. Very tidy condition, minor marks inside the front cover.

Last Chance Café

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From the bestselling author of A Month of Sundays, with new novel At the End of the Day out now. “Thought provoking characters … an intelligent, engaging read” Sydney Morning Herald Margot detests shopping malls. Any distraction is welcome, and the woman who has chained herself to the escalator, shouting about the perils of consumerism, is certainly that. She recognises Dot immediately – from their campaigning days, and further back still, to when Margot married Laurence.Dot is in despair at the abandonment of the sisterhood, at the idea of pole dancing as empowerment and the sight of five-year-olds with false eyelashes and padded bras. She’s still a fierce campaigner, but she isn’t sure where to direct her rage. Meanwhile Margot holds a haunting resentment that her youthful ambitions have always been shelved to attend to the needs of others. And as the two women turn to the past for solutions for the future, Margot’s family is in crisis. Laurence travels in a bid to repress his grief, daughter Lexie loses. Very tidy condition, minor marks inside the front cover.

Food, Sex and Money

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When Bonnie returns to Australia following the death of her husband, she realises that financial security doesn?t guarantee fulfilment. She meets up with her two old school friends, who she hasn’t seen for forty years. Fran is a food writer, struggling with juggling her work, her finances, and her relationship with her adult children; and Sylvia is trapped in a loveless marriage to an Anglican minister who is hiding a big secret. Its revelation will shatter her. As the three women renew their friendship, they also come together on an ambitious business venture which will see each woman reshape her life in ways she would never have imagined. Along the way there are challenges, shocks and tears for the trio, but there is also triumph and joy. Very tidy condition, minor marks inside the front cover.

39 Clues: the Maze of Bones: a Graphic Novel (39 Clues Graphic Novel #1)

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The graphic novel adaptation of the mega-bestseller that launched a global phenomenon! Minutes before she died Grace Cahill changed her will, leaving her descendants an impossible decision: “You have a choice – one million dollars or a clue.” Grace is the last matriarch of the Cahills, the world’s most powerful family. Everyone from Marie Curie to Harry Houdini is related to the Cahills, yet the source of the family power is lost. 39 Clues hidden around the world will reveal the family’s secret, but no one has been able to assemble them. Now the clues race is on, and young Amy and Dan must decide what’s important: hunting clues or uncovering what REALLY happened to their parents. Very tidy condition as new.

The Fandom Rising

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It’s a year since Violet, Alice and Katie escaped from the dystopian world of The Gallows Dance–Nate’s been stuck in a coma ever since. Violet re-enters The Gallows Dance, determined to bring her brother home. After an argument that threatens to destroy their friendship, Alice stays behind. But when a rogue fan-fiction writer emerges online–writing dark new chapters set in the world her friends are trapped in–Alice is the only one with the power to save the story…The exhilarating sequel to The Fandom – winner of the Chicken House Big Idea Competition! ‘I cannot recommend The Fandom highly enough.’ LOUISE O’NEILL. ‘I couldn’t put it down, and honestly, I can’t wait to pick it back up. Utterly compulsive, relentlessly paced, and cleverly plotted.’ MELINDA SALISBURY Very tidy condition.

Criminal Justice A New Zealand Introduction

$39.00

An introduction to New Zealand’s criminal justice system – from crime and policing to the courts – aimed at students and general readers. In this major new textbook, leading scholars from criminology, history, journalism, law, psychology, sociology and other fields take us inside New Zealand’s criminal justice system. The authors begin with an introduction to the history and current state of crime, policing and prisons in New Zealand; they then explain the workings of criminal procedure, from evidence to sentencing; and finally they address key current issues such as Måaori and the justice system, youth and gangs, psychology and the media. This book tackles the big questions: How can crime be explained? Is crime rising or falling and if so, why? How do the police operate? How do the courts work? What is the meaning of a `life’ sentence? What is the link between crime and mental instability? Why are Måaori over-represented in the criminal justice system? How do we deal with youthful offenders? How do judicial miscarriages arise? Do the stories we read about crime in the media reflect reality? And how does justice operate in the criminal underworld? This book is an important new introduction to New Zealand’s criminal justice system. Very tidy condition minor marks on the cover otherwise almost as new.

Close to Home

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Hugh Eastwood is a rising political star and, after the birth of their longed-for first child, his wife Roz returns to work as a high-flying magazine editor, leaving Charlie in the care of his new nanny, Alice. Newly arrived back in the office, Roz receives an hysterical telephone call from Alice. Her beloved son is fatally injured. When Charlie dies soon afterwards, Alice quickly becomes the chief suspect. For journalist Mady O’Neil, as Roz’s best friend, she is unable to comprehend the tragedy. But her boss at the newspaper insists that the nanny’s point of view must be heard. Compromised between her career and a friendship and values she holds dear, Mady is forced to investigate and begins to uncover much more than a simple open and shut case. Tidy condition, minor marks inside the cover.

The Nightingale

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This unforgettable novel of love and strength in the face of war has enthralled a generation. With courage, grace, and powerful insight, bestselling author Kristin Hannah captures the epic panorama of World War II and illuminates an intimate part of history seldom seen: the women’s war. The Nightingale tells the stories of two sisters, separated by years and experience, by ideals, passion and circumstance, each embarking on her own dangerous path toward survival, love, and freedom in German-occupied, war-torn France–a heartbreakingly beautiful novel that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the durability of women. It is a novel for everyone, a novel for a lifetime. Goodreads Best Historical Novel of the Year – People’s Choice Favorite Fiction Winner – A tired copy, marks and creases on the cover. very readable binding is good. Image is of the actual book.

The Ringed Castle

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Forces within the Tudor court impel Lymond to Muscovy, Russia, where he becomes advisor and general to Ivan the Terrible and finds his gifts for intrigue and survival tested to the breaking point. Yet the dangers of barbaric Russia are nothing beside those of England, where Lymond’s oldest enemies are conspiring against him. Tidy condition, minor marks inside the cover.

Checkmate

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From the author of TO LIE WITH LIONS, THE UNICORN HUNT and SCALES OF GOLD, a reissue of a historical novel which has been out of print since 1995, following the adventures of Scottish soldier-of-fortune, scholar and wit Francis Crawford of Lymond. Tidy condition minor marks inside front cover.

The Road Less Travelled A New Psychology of Love, Traditional Values and Spiritual Growth

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The culmination of a lifetime of counselling, lecturing and writing, M. Scott Peck’s book leads us to a deeper awareness of how to live rich, fulfilling lives in a world fraught with stress and anxiety. Writing with a depth of understanding that comes with the seasoned perspective of age, Dr Peck continues the journey of spiritual growth that began with The Road Less Travelled, one of the most influential books of modern times. To the famous opening line of that book – ‘Life is difficult’ he now adds ‘Life is complex’. But the greatest challenge, he reminds us, is to learn to deal with life’s conflicts, problems and paradoxes to find the true simplicity that lies on the other side of complexity. The journey to serenity and peace, Dr Peck writes, can only be made with increasing self-awareness and social awareness. There are no easy answers for complex problems. The work of learning and growth is hard. And yet he shows us that there is a way to think with integrity, to know the difference between good and evil, to overcome narcissism, to love and be loved, to live with paradox, to accept the consequences of our actions all through life, and to come to terms with dying and death. Tidy condition, minor marks on the cover.

Nelson Mandela Portrait of an Extraordinary Man

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Written by the co-author of international bestseller Long Walk to Freedom, Nelson Mandela- Portrait of an Extraordinary Man presents fifteen powerful lessons on life and leadership based on the life and work of Nelson Mandela (1918 – 2013), whose fight against apartheid in South Africa has become an enduring example of resistance against injustice and oppression. A recipient of the 1993 Nobel Peace Prize, Mandela is a man who truly changed the course of world history and is arguably the most inspirational figure of the past century.

Stengel spent almost three years with Mandela working on his bestselling autobiography Long Walk to Freedom, and through that process became a close friend. Written with the blessing of the Nelson Mandela Foundation, to which the author will donate a percentage of his royalties, Nelson Mandela- Portrait of an Extraordinary Man is an inspirational book of wisdom that will encourage people of all ages to look within themselves to improve their lives, to reconsider the things they take for granted, and to think about the legacy they leave behind. Very Tidy condition almost like new.

The Pocket Oxford Dictionary of Current English

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This revised edition of the bestselling Pocket Oxford Dictionary provides comprehensive coverage of today’s English. The layout is clear and easy to use and definitions are presented in accessible English, with clearly divided senses and expanded etymologies. Featuring usage notes and example sentences which give guidance on correct English, this is the ideal dictionary for everyday use.* 140,000 clearly explained definitions and entries * Newly revised to provide up-to-date coverage of English * Hundreds of usage notes and easy-to-understand word origins * New appendix with a guide to better English. This is an ideal dictionary for a student at any level, or a compact household dictionary. Very tidy condition.

The Trouble with Beezus and Ramona 4 Books in one volume.

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Big sister, Beezus, tries really, really hard to be patient with her little sister Ramona, but Ramona has the habit of doing the most annoying, embarrassing things in the world. How many nine-year-old girls have to put up with a pesky little sister tagging around behind them and making life impossible? Sometimes Beezus doesn’t like Ramona very much, and that makes her feel bad. Sisters are supposed to love each other, aren’t they? But Ramona is such a pain that she just doesn’t seem very lovable. This second book in the gripping historical epic features the beautiful but determined Anne, who has the King’s heart, and now, unbeknown to him, his son. Anne’s past is about to catch up with her, exposing her to mortal danger.

The Exiled

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This second book in the gripping historical epic features the beautiful but determined Anne, who has the King’s heart, and now, unbeknown to him, his son. Anne’s past is about to catch up with her, exposing her to mortal danger. Posie Graeme-Evans has created a dramatic, heart-wrenching portrayal of two people driven together by love, but torn apart by cruel forces far beyond their control. Will Anne and Edward be able to overcome the dark forces moving against them and make a life together? In this thrilling sequel to , Anne de Bohun faces the challenge of raising her child in exile. Always resourceful, she flourishes as a merchant and is able to support her household. But Anne has a secret her enemies could use to destroy her. Her son is the product of a passionate affair with King Edward IV, who knows nothing of his existence. If this information were to fall into the wrong hands, it could prove lethal for Anne and her child. In Anne’s dangerous world, where enemies masquerade as allies, someone very powerful wants her dead. Yet, what pains Anne the most is the uncertainty of whether she will ever see Edward Plantagenet again. Very tidy condition.

The Keeper

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‘In two weeks the killing begins…’ Were those the crazed words of a ranting millennial fundamentalist? Or a very real warning that the world governments have seen too late? In the standard uniform of blue denim shirt and jeans, young journalist Kirstan Cooper succumbs to the charms of cult leader David Norton. For nine years Norton and his sect have been dedicated to preparing the world for Christ’s Second Coming. Yet to the authorities they pose no security risk whatsoever. However, alerted by Kirstan’s disappearance, researcher Jane Carlucci begins to piece together some disturbing facts about the Fellowship. And in her wilder moments she can’t help interpreting some recent world disasters – outbreaks of botulism, lethally contaminated baby milk, random bomb attacks – as possible signs of the Eighth Scroll, a controversial document foretelling Christ’s return, and seen by many as a fake. Endangered by her own investigations, with the aid of journalist Sam Ferryman Jane goes into hiding – her only safe sanctuary the Fellowship itself. And now, in a move that threatens the safety of millions, the countdown to the moment Norton has been waiting for has begun… Tidy condition, minor marks on the cover.

And the Word Came with Power How God Met & Changed a People Forever

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And the Word Came With Power: How God Met & Changed a People Forever And the Word Came With Power is a Christian non-fiction memoir by Joanne Shetler (with Patricia Purvis) that recounts the author’s experiences as a missionary and Bible translator among the Balangao people in the Philippines. In the book, Shetler describes her calling to missionary work, leaving her home in the United States to live among the Balangao tribe. She and her colleagues undertake the challenging task of translating the New Testament into the Balangao language, learning the local culture and language while sharing the Christian gospel. Throughout the narrative, the book highlights the cultural and spiritual barriers they encountered — including local beliefs in spirits and traditional practices — and how the message of Christianity gradually began to transform individuals and the community. The story blends personal memoir, cultural insight, and spiritual testimony, illustrating moments of hardship (such as remote living conditions and dangerous situations), deep relationships formed with village members, and the growth of a local church community rooted in the newly accessible Scriptures.

A Guide for the Advanced Soul A Book of Insight

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A Guide for the Advanced Soul is a book of insight to consulted in times of indecision and crises to help you understand your questions, and give guidance. Hold a problem in your mind…open this book to any page and there will be your answer. Tidy condition minor marks on the cover.

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