Teen & Young Adult – Thrift Reads

Culture of Honor Sustaining a Supernatural Environment

$8.00

“In this powerful, revelation-packed book, Danny Silk describes the significant paradigm shift in church life, government, and relationships that has created and sustained the revival culture at Bethel Church in Redding, California. Through many relevant and true-life stories, the church is revealed as a place of freedom, respect, empowerment, and healthy discipline (not punishment). Culture of Honor challenges the status quo of church leadership structure and presents a refreshing view of the five-fold ministry. Jesus acknowledged this important principle in Matthew 20:25-26: But Jesus called them to Himself and said, ‘You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and those who are great exercise authority over them. Yet it shall not be so among you; but whoever desires to become great among you, let him be your servant. If those with power learn how to empower those around them, then surely it will come to pass that, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in Heaven. You can apply. Good: Very Tidy condition.

The Eyes of God

$5.00

A young king breaks with the past and makes peace with the kingdom his father has fought for years. To seal the bargain he is offered the hand of the kingdom¿s princess. And so begins a fast moving epic of madness, obsession, prejudice and sheer magic.
John Marco has woven an intricate tale of personalities driven by love, hatred and ambition. Each character must, in the end, pay the price for their actions and THE EYES OF GOD is, at its core, an almost classical tragedy.
Rich in its evocation of magical lands, detailed in its dissection of motive, compelling it its characters THE EYES OF GOD is the work of a natural storyteller revelling in his ability.

Poor: Sun Faded pages, Stains on some pages, minor marks on the cover, very readable binding is good.

The Darkest Lie

$8.00

Forced to his knees in agony whenever he speaks the truth, Gideon can recognise any lie – until he captures Scarlet, a demon-possessed immortal who claims to be his long-lost wife. He doesn’t remember the beautiful female, much less wedding – or bedding – her. But he wants to…almost as much as he wants her. But Scarlet is keeper of nightmares, too dangerous to roam free. A future with her might mean ultimate ruin. Especially as Gideon’s enemies draw closer – and the truth threatens to destroy all he’s come to love… Good: Very Tidy condition.

Grandad

$6.00

Most children at some stage of their lives lose a close family member or friend. This story is about a child’s experience of a much-loved grandfather getting old, becoming unwell, and dying. The family’s response to the death reflects New Zealand’s cultural diversity;
Pakeha (European), Maori and Pacific beliefs and traditions, as well as interesting personal choices, are interwoven into how the family honour and celebrate their grandfather’s life.

Echoes from a Distant Land

$12.00

A powerful story of doomed love against the backdrop of Africa … Wangira is caught between the traditions of his Kikuyu tribe and the disturbing new ideas of the missionaries. When, as a young warrior, he saves the life of a wealthy American photographer, he is offered the chance of a new life far away in the white man′s world. Between the wars, Kenya is a land of boundless opportunity where the rich engage in hunting safaris, horse racing, outrageous parties and all the pleasures that money can buy. Dana Northcote is a celebrated socialite, living the high life, but when Wangira uses her husband′s farm in the Kenyan highlands to hide some contraband, she embarks on a dangerous, passionate affair. Ultimately, she is forced to make a heart-rending decision that will tear her life apart and has consequences which will echo through the generations. Spanning the first half of the twentieth century and culminating in Kenya′s fight for independence from the British Empire, ECHOES FROM A DISTANT LAND is a vivid ev

Wild Girl & Gran

$6.00

I am a princess in the castle keep.

I am a pirate on the high seas.

I am a cowboy on the lone prairie.

I am a wild girl, alone in my stouthearted tree.

So begins the story of Wild Girl & Gran – a young girl and her grandmother who become companions in imagination, schemers in adventure and free-spirited in friendship. Together they create a whimsical world that is beautifully charmed and safe.

But a shadow falls over this special place when Gran falls ill and leaves the world. Wild Girl does not feel safe or adventurous anymore. One spring day, Wild Girl’s mother begins to tell stories about Gran. Wild Girl sees how, together, their love for Gran, and each other, will survive.

Wild Girl & Gran is the hauntingly beautiful tale of how imagination renews the human spirit and how love passes across generations, from mother to daughter, to calm a wild girl’s heart and make her adventurous again.

Good: Tidy condition.

Blitzkrieg

$8.00

A comprehensive look at the European war during World War II and the effectiveness of the German Blitzkrieg campaigns. In keeping with the style of the Time Life series of books this has a detailed text and a large collection of photos from the relevant battles. From the Poland invasion to the advance through Belgium and France and then the invasion of Russia. Part of the Time-Life series on World War II. Good: In tidy condition. Minor scuff marks on the spine.

MI5, MI6 Britain’s Security and Secret Intelligence Services

$12.00

This illustrated history explores the secret world of Britain’s intelligence agencies, MI5 and MI6, tracing their development from the years before World War I through the Cold War era. The book examines how the agencies conducted espionage, counter-intelligence, and national security operations, while also looking at some of their most notable successes, failures, and controversies. Featuring numerous photographs and historical documents, it provides an accessible overview of British spying, covert operations, and the personalities behind the intelligence services. Very Good: In Very Tidy condition.

Core Value

$12.00

Author Roger Sandford writes a fast paced spy thriller. Maria De Silva is Brazillian, ambitious and the world #2 professional golfer….but is there more to this stunning Latin beauty? In 1911 Yale Professor Hiram Bingham III rediscovered the seventh wonder of the world, Machu Picchu in Peru. He claimed he found artifacts and skeletons but none of the fabled lost Inca gold. So why has the US President called a White House meeting of America’s gold experts to examine findings from NASA and the Space Shuttle that show signs of gold at Machu Picchu and Cusco? And what has led to the Russian Ambassador in Hong Kong meeting with the Chinese Vice Premier and Macau casino owner? Do Russia and China believe these gold reserves could change the balance of power between East, West and Asia? Perhaps the New Zealand director of the British Museum, Guy Parris, was correct when in 1976 he took issue with Hiram Bingham’s findings? Could Maria De Silva’s allegiance with ex-KGB operatives running London’s illegal internet gambling empire hold the key? This classic political spy thriller, with its eclectic and fascinating array of characters, propels its readers on an intrepid and frenetic chase across the globe: London, Spain, Buenos Aires, Macau, Hong Kong and Peru…until the laws of nature and love determine the fate of the western world. Fine: Very Tidy condition.

Heroic War Stories

$8.00

A collection of war stories by well known authors. Good: Tidy condition.

Dr Libby’s Beauty from the Inside Out Enhance the Gifts Nature So Graciously Gave You

$12.00

When most people think about improving their appearance, they usually focus on a product, another “quick fix”. Yet when you consider that the skin cells on your face are a small percentage of the total number of cells in the whole body, it seems crazy that we don’t spend more time getting the majority of the cells functioning optimally, leading us to the outcomes we seek. Through Beauty From The Inside Out, Dr Libby expertly explains your outer world, the food you choose, the nutrients you ingest, hydration, posture, movement and what your body needs to create lovely nails, lustrous hair, sparkling eyes, and clear, luminous skin. Be guided to deal with very specific bumps in the road, such as dark circles under the eyes, eczema, pimples, and hair that is falling out, just to name a few. Just as importantly, Dr Libby explains your inner world, sex hormones, stress hormones, detox, digestion, elimination pathways, thyroid and pituitary functions. Both worlds relate to your sparkle and by taking a heart-opening look at your emotional landscape because, for many, that is where the real elixir is. Beauty From The Inside Out is a must-have beauty bible for all women. Enjoy radiating your own unique sparkle, from the inside out. Dr Libby Weaver (nee Ellis) (Ph.D) is one of Australasia’s leading nutrition specialists and weight loss experts based in Auckland, New Zealand. Fine: Very tidy condition.

The Message New Testament with Psalms and Proverbs

$8.00

Like having a conversation with a dear friend, The Message New Testament with Psalms and Proverbs is presents God’s Word in the language and rhythms of today. A contemporary translation of the bible. Fair: Tidy condition.

The Matarese Countdown

$7.00

The Matarese Dynasty, an international cabal of powerbrokers and their hired assassins, is back in all its glory and evil. This time the only man who can stop them is running out of time and evidence. Good: Tidy condition.

The King Slayer

$6.00

The usurper
Elizabeth Grey’s former master Blackwell, now revealed as terrifying dark wizard, has crowned himself King of Anglia.
The healer
And little did she expect that handing over the powers of her stigma to save the life of the boy she loves would change him beyond all recognition.
The assassin
With only her own strength and skill to rely on now, can Elizabeth hope to overcome Blackwell?
And must she sacrifice herself in the attempt?

Fair: Tidy condition.

A Source Book of Ships

$6.00

A collection of monochrome photos and drawings covering ancient ships from Egypt 1600BCE through to the 1970s. Includes Navel, Cargo and Passenger ships. A pocket reference book for ships from the past. Each page has a featured ship and a brief description of the ship. Fair: Sun aged Pages, minor damage to the back of the dust cover.

On the Front Lines of Leadership: Sub-Unit Command on Operations

$8.00

Rare Book: In Harm’s Way: On the Front Lines of Leadership – Sub-Unit Command on Operations, edited by Bernd Horn. This collection examines the realities of small-unit military leadership during active operations. Drawing on firsthand experiences and case studies from Canadian military personnel, the book explores the pressures, decisions, and ethical challenges faced by junior officers and non-commissioned leaders in combat and operational environments. It focuses on how leadership is tested “in harm’s way,” emphasizing responsibility, adaptability, teamwork, and decision-making under extreme conditions. The essays provide insight into modern military command and the human side of operational leadership. Military, Command Structure, Ethics, Discipline, Training, War.

After the War

$14.00

“From this day forward – when Evie uttered those words, they were about day-to-day survival in the midst of a world war. How could she have envisaged the future that lay ahead with her Kiwi soldier in the rural Bay of Plenty after the war? A future of triumph and tragedy, heaven and hell – and hiraeth for her Welsh homeland that would last as long as she lived.”–Publisher’s description.

The Wonderful World of Knowledge: Dinosaurs

$6.00

This series of books from Disney, takes young children on an adventure with all the classic Disney characters. Mickey Mouse, Donald, Goofy and others take us on a journey through the time of the dinosaurs. The front page helps the parents to understand how to use the book to get the best learning opportunity for their children. Best suited to children Ages 6+ Good: There is a minor tear in the back fly leaf, otherwise the book is in excellent condition.

The Trouble with Mr Harris

$5.00

The trouble with Mr harris was impatience. he was always chivvying people, and no one in the village was used to that. The old postmaster had always had plenty of time, and they did’t take kindly to this grumpy and impatient man. The villagers even went as far as organizing a protest meeting about him before he proved he wasn’t such a bad chap at all. Then they felt ashamed of themselves, and couldn’t do enough to make him feel at home. Fair: Scuff marks along the top and bottom edges, Otherwise in good condition, binding is very good.

Battle Axe

$6.00

“A thousand years ago the Acharites drove the Forbidden from their land. Now strange sightings along Achar′s northern border foreshadow their return. The barbaric tribes of the Ravensbund are pouring south with tales of fearsome beings who feed on the terror of their prey. Axis, bastard son of the dead Princess Rivkah, is sent to the battlefront of Gorkenfort with his elite Axe-Wielders. Once there, he must hand over command to his hated half-brother, Borneheld. But travelling north, Axis falls in love with Faraday – Borneheld′s bethrothed, and meets two priests who challenge the very essence of his beliefs. The Sentinels walk the land, the TreeFriend has been found, and the people of the Plough, the Wing and the Horn must set aside their differences and unite under one leader against the evil rising in the North…” – HarperCollins website. Fair: Sun faded pages otherwise in tidy condition, binding is very good.

Girl from the South

$8.00

Multi-million copy bestselling author Joanna Trollope‘s sharp eye for family relationships and the intricacies of being human will appeal to readers of Erica James, Elizabeth Noble and Amanda Prowse. Full of her customary wit and wonderfully sharp characterisation, Girl from the South is an enthralling novel you won’t be able to put down.

‘She writes so beautifully…’ — Evening Standard
‘Joanna Trollope is a wonderful novelist of domestic detail… Girl From the South is, like all her books, a really good read, spiked with insight’ — Observer
‘Finely-observed family tensions’ — Sunday Mirror
‘At the heart of Trollope’s tightly written, acutely observed novel is what it means to be a family’ — New Statesman
‘Couldn’t stop reading it’ — ***** Reader review
‘ I was really sorry to get to the end of it’ — ***** Reader review
‘Absorbing. Loved it’ — ***** Reader review
‘A must read’ — ***** Reader review
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CAN LONG-TERM HOPES AND DREAMS HOLD FAST IN THE FACE OF AN EXOTIC WIND OF CHANGE?

Gillon – red-haired, intelligent, vulnerable – comes to London to escape from the demands of her wealthy, conventional, socially superior family in Charleston, South Carolina. An art historian, she has a chance meeting with Tilly, whose long-term boyfriend Henry is a wildlife photographer who is finding it hard to commit.

Before long Gillon has moved into their flat, replacing Henry’s old mate William, William’s on-off-girlfriend Susie, and a lots of mess and disorganisation. Things are changing, and Tilly finds it difficult to accept that her dreams of settling down with Henry are receding further into the distance, especially when Henry announces that he is going to South Carolina to photograph the abundant wildlife of the area.

There, Henry is wholly seduced by the charms of Charleston, by Gillon’s family, and by the old patrician way of life which presents itself. The rules seem to be changing, the time passing by, and the future is becoming less and less certain… Good: Tidy condition.

Red Haze Australians & New Zealanders in Vietnam

$8.00

The Vietnam War was like no other the Australians and New Zealanders had fought. There was no front-line, no safe zone, no glory. In the jungles, the Vietcong seemed to be everywhere and nowhere – and winning. To find the Vietcong, a country was torn apart. In questioning why they were there, Australia and New Zealand almost tore themselves apart. 12 yrs+

The Soldier’s Return

$6.00

Set in post-World War II England, the novel follows Sam Richardson as he returns home to Wigton, Cumbria, in 1946 after serving in the Burma campaign — often called the “Forgotten War.” Though the town appears unchanged, Sam himself has been deeply affected by combat and struggles to reconnect with civilian life. His young son barely remembers him, while his wife Ellen has developed a new sense of independence during the war years. As the family attempts to rebuild their relationships, tensions grow between loyalty, love, trauma, and the desire for a different future. The novel is an intimate and moving exploration of war’s lasting impact on ordinary lives. Fair: Tidy condition.

Crimea Michael Pope, 110th Regiment, 1853-1857

$6.00

September 1854 It seemed like an age, lying there waiting for the order to continue our advance. All the while, from the heights beyond the river the Russian artillery fired upon us and from the front we heard the crackle of musket fire as our skirmishers pushed theirs back. Cannonballs passed over our heads with a sound not unlike tearing cloth, and struck the ground in front of us, throwing up earth. At first I was not afraid, for the men talked and laughed among them selves, even when they were showered with soil. Then we began to suffer our first losses… Fair: Tidy condition.

Rapid Descent

$5.00

Rapid Descent

Gwen Hunter

The kayak trip was supposed to be a honeymoon. But when Nell and Joe Stevens are caught in a flash flood, Nell is swept under, trapped and loses consciousness. When she awakes, safe on shore, she finds a note from Joe, explaining that he has gone for help. He never returns. The search that follows raises more questions than answers. About the family he never mentioned, who arrive in Nell’s sleepy hometown. The enormous inheritance. And worse, the question whispered by the locals: is Nell responsible? Always hoping for Joe’s return, Nell tries to put the rumours behind her. But as years slip past, Nell craves answers. She takes to the river again in search of the truth and finds that jealousy, desperation and deception can pull you under faster than churning water – and you may never resurface.

Poor: Creases on the cover.

That Camden Summer

$6.00

When Roberta Jewett arrives in Camden, Maine, she hopes for a new start in the town where she grew up. It is 1916 and a woman divorced is a woman shunned. Only Gabriel Farley treats her with respect, but it is only when an act of violence brings them together that they can acknowledge their love. Good: Very tidy condition.

Daemons are Forever

$12.00

The Drood family is all that stands between Humanity and all the forces of darkness. They were supposed to protect the world, but ended up ruling it. Eddie Drood discovered the lies at the heart of his family, and brought them down. For his sins, they put him in charge: to run the family, and to redeem it.

Eddie feels the need to prove to the world that the Drood family is as strong as it ever was. So he decides to wipe out one of Humanity’s greatest enemies, the soul eaters known as the Loathly Ones. But once started on this venture, he discovers that the Loathly Ones are just the forerunners of something far worse; the Many-Angled Ones, the Hungry Gods, descending from a higher dimension to consume every living thing in this world.

Eddie Drood has got his work cut out for him . . .

Encyclopaedia of Pistols and Revolvers

$10.00

The Encyclopedia of Pistols and Revolvers provides an authoritative source of information for collectors, professional shooters, recreational shooters or armchair enthusiasts. It contains more than 400 colour photographs.’ Very Good: Very tidy condition.

Love and Marriage

$6.00

All the world loves a wedding, the first step in the great journey of a married partnership. In this varied collection, Anne Townsend leads the reader from the wedding celebration and the early days of marriage through the clouds and sunshine, the tears and the laughter, to the understanding and love that can be shared in the later years of married life. Engaged couples, newly weds, couples watching the anniversaries fly past can all share the happiness – and the wisdom – of this book. Good: Tidy condition.

The Perfect Gift

$6.00

A woman of rare passion

When Maggie Kincade arrives at Draycott Abbey, she is stunned to fell that the weathered stone walls offer a safe haven fron the dangers of her past. The tranquil English manor soothes her troubled soul’until her peace is shattered by the tall, sexy Scotsman who claims he’s been sent to protect her. From the start, Maggie bristles under Jared MacNeill’s piercing scrutiny’yet his very touch jolts her, heart and soul.

A highland hero with a granite code of honor

Jared arrives at the hauntingly beautiful abbey under protest vowing this assignment will be his very last. But he is enchanted by the breathtaking American assigned to his care, for beneath her bravado he senses a woman desperately in need of help. Despite all his honorable vows, Maggie’s bravery intrigues him and her slightest touch enflames his deepest passions. When an old danger stalks Maggie to the high hills of Scotland, Jared swears to move heaven and earth to keep her safe.

Fair: Tidy condition

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