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The job : a Fox and O'Hare novel / by Evanovich, Janet.; Goldberg, Lee,1962-;
"He's a charming con man and she's a dedicated FBI agent, and they're about to drive each other crazy ... again! The FBI had one demand when they secretly teamed up Special Agent Kate O'Hare with charming con man Nicolas Fox--bring down the world's most-wanted and untouchable felons. This time it's the brutal leader of a global drug-smuggling empire. The FBI doesn't know what their target looks like, where he is, or how to find him, but Nick Fox has a few tricks up his sleeve to roust this particular Knipschildt chocolate-loving drug lord. From the streets of Nashville to the back alleys of Lisbon, from the rooftops of Istanbul to the middle of the Thames, Nick and Kate chase their mark. When they find themselves pitted against a psychopathic bodyguard and a Portuguese enforcer who gets advice from a pickled head, they decide it's time to enlist some special talent--talent like a machete-wielding Somali pirate, a self-absorbed actor, an Oscar-winning special effects artist, and Kate's father Jake, a retired Special Forces operative. Together they could help make this Fox and O'Hare's biggest win yet ... if they survive"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Suspense fiction.; Mystery fiction.; United States. Federal Bureau of Investigation; Government investigators; Swindlers and swindling; Women detectives;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 3
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Rock? Plant? Animal? : how nature keeps us guessing / by Kaner, Etta.; Lane, Brittany.;
"Pretty Tricky meets Do Frogs Drink Hot Chocolate in this guessing-game book that explores how in nature, things aren't always what they seem ... ... sometimes what looks like a plant is actually a rock or what looks like a rock is actually an animal or what looks like an animal is actually a plant. In ROCK? PLANT? ANIMAL?, young readers are invited to guess what they are looking at as they are introduced to animals that don't look like animals, plants that don't look like plants, and rocks that don't look like rocks! The recto of each spread has a large spot illustration of either a rock, plant, or animal, prompting the reader to make their best guess. There will be surprises but the idea is not to trick readers -- anyone who knows children knows that sometimes they want to be right! -- so much as invite them to really consider what they are looking at, using what they know already, as well as what they have learned from the basic definitions of a rock, plant, or animal provided in the book's intro. And Brittany's inviting, beautifully realistic illustrations are up for the scrutiny! A page turn reveals the answer by showing the featured plant/rock/animal situated within a detailed scene, as well as a brief description of the rock/plant/animal, including why it looks the way it does. Fourteen "species" are presented. Includes a glossary."--
Subjects: Mimicry (Biology);
Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 2
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Once upon a spine / by Carlisle, Kate,1951-author.;
"San Francisco bookbinder Brooklyn Wainwright stumbles through the looking glass in a tale of murder, rare books, and a quest for the perfect pie. . . . Brooklyn's oh-so-proper future in-laws are traveling from England to meet her, and if that's not enough to set her on edge, rumors abound that the charming Courtyard Shops across the street may be replaced by high-rise apartments. Their trendy neighborhood will be ruined unless Brooklyn and her fiancé Derek Stone, can persuade the shopkeepers not to sell. But with a rare edition of Alice in Wonderland causing bad blood at the Brothers Bookshop and a string of petty vandalism making everyone nervous, Brooklyn and Derek feel like they're attempting six impossible things before breakfast. Then the owner of the Rabbit Hole juice bar is felled by his own heavy shelves, and the local cobbler lies dead beside him. An accident . . . or something more sinister? Things get curiouser and curiouser when a second priceless copy of Alice is discovered. Will it stir up more trouble within the close-knit community? As the Brits descend, Brooklyn learns they're not so stuffy after all. Derek's dad is won over with chocolate cream pie, and his psychic mum would kill to help Brooklyn solve this murder--before another victim takes a tumble"--
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; Women bookbinders; Books; Rare books; Murder;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Turbo twenty-three / by Evanovich, Janet,author.;
In the heart of Trenton, N.J., a killer is out to make sure someone gets his just desserts. Larry Virgil skipped out on his latest court date after he was arrested for hijacking an eighteen-wheeler full of premium bourbon. Fortunately for bounty hunter Stephanie Plum, Larry is just stupid enough to attempt almost the exact same crime again. Only this time he flees the scene, leaving behind a freezer truck loaded with Bogart ice cream and a dead body--frozen solid and covered in chocolate and chopped pecans. As fate would have it, Stephanie's mentor and occasional employer, Ranger, needs her to go undercover at the Bogart factory to find out who's putting their employees on ice and sabotaging the business. It's going to be hard for Stephanie to keep her hands off all that ice cream, and even harder for her to keep her hands off Ranger. It's also going to be hard to explain to Trenton's hottest cop, Joe Morelli, why she is spending late nights with Ranger, late nights with Lula and Randy Briggs--who are naked and afraid--and late nights keeping tabs on Grandma Mazur and her new fella. Stephanie Plum has a lot on her plate, but for a girl who claims to have "virtually no marketable skills," these are the kinds of sweet assignments she does best.
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; Plum, Stephanie (Fictitious character); Women private investigators; Women detectives; Women bounty hunters; Murder;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Etta and Otto and Russell and James [electronic resource] : by Hooper, Emma.aut; cloudLibrary;
Eighty-two-year-old Etta has never seen the ocean. So early one morning she takes a rifle, some chocolate, and her best boots, and begins walking the 3,232 kilometers from Saskatchewan to Halifax.  Her husband Otto wakes to a note left on the kitchen table. I will try to remember to come back, Etta writes. Otto has seen the ocean, having crossed the Atlantic years ago to fight in a far-away war, so he understands. But with Etta gone, the memories come crowding in. The only way to keep them at bay is to keep his hands busy.  Russell, raised as a brother to Otto, has loved Etta from afar for sixty years. He insists on finding Etta, wherever she’s gone. Leaving his farm will be the first act of defiance in his whole life. As Etta walks toward the ocean - accompanied by a coyote named James - memory, illusion, and reality blur. Like the gentle undulation of waves, Etta and Otto and Russell and James moves from a past filled with hunger, war, passion, and hope to a present of quiet industry and peaceful communion; from trying to remember to trying to forget. A beautiful novel that reminds us that it’s never too late to see the things you’ve longed to see, or to say the things you’ve longed to say. 
Subjects: Electronic books.; Literary; Contemporary Women; Small Town & Rural;
© 2015., Penguin Canada,
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The Buddhist Chef's homestyle cooking : simple, satisfying vegan recipes for sharing / by Cyr, Jean-Philippe,1974-author.;
Full of traditional, crowd-pleasing recipes, veganized and packed full of flavor, The Buddhist Chef's Homestyle Cooking is a warm-hearted, comforting collection of recipes. The recipes are inspired by the two universal themes at the heart of every great meal--flavor and enjoying it with those you love--and are brought together with a dash of The Buddhist Chef's signature sense of humor. As with The Buddhist Chef's previous books--The Buddhist Chef and The Buddhist Chef's Vegan Comfort Cooking--this is a book you will turn to again and again for reliable recipes that always wow with taste and texture and show just how simple putting together a great meal can be. The Buddhist Chef's Homestyle Cooking includes recipes for: a comforting favorites for gathering around the table: Vegan Tuscan Soup, Macaroni Salad with Jalapeño-Marinated Tofu, Vegan Fried Chicken, Shawarma Tofu Wraps, and Ratatouille Lasagna with Almond Ricotta, a whole new world of vegan snacking: Veggie Pâté, Zucchini Fritters with Tzatziki, Buffalo Cauliflower, and Bruschetta Portobellos, the joy of vegan baking: Chocolate Mug Cake, Flaky Apple Tart, or a Trio of Vegan Cupcakes. Whether it's a one-dish wonder for a quick weeknight family dinner or a variety of vegan snacks and baked goods for a weekend get-together, The Buddhist Chef's Homestyle Cooking is full of comforting vegan recipes for sharing with family and friends!
Subjects: Cookbooks.; Recipes.; Buddhism; Comfort food.; Cooking; Vegan cooking.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Symon's dinners cooking out : 100 recipes that redefine outdoor cooking / by Symon, Michael,1969-author.; Anderson, Ed(Edward Charles),photographer.; Trattner, Douglas,author.;
"Go beyond burgers with 100 recipes for showstopping mains, salads, even desserts -- all cooked outside-from the host of Symon's Dinners Cooking Out, BBQ USA, and BBQ Brawl on the Food Network. In Symon's Dinners Cooking Outside, Michael Symon offers 100 recipes for barbeque, grilling, and outdoor cooking. Featuring 50 fan-favorite recipes from his popular Food Network show, Symon's Dinners Cooking Out, and 50 brand new recipes, this cookbook is sure to excite budding and expert grillers alike. From live-fire classics like Bacon-Cheddar Smash Burgers to unexpected dishes like Charred Broccoli Salad and Crispy Feta Eggs, cooks who opt to take it outside will find all kinds of creative ways to use their grills year-round paired with 100 beautiful photos shot at Michael's home in Southern California. Impress your friends with showstopping mains like Gyro-Style Lamb Burger with Tzatziki and Grilled Onion, Grilled Eggplant Parmesan, and Birria Style Beef Tacos. Round out the meal with sides like Stuffed Squash Blossoms, Duck Fat-Fried Fondant Potatoes, or Blue Cornbread with Honey Butter, and serve up salads to remember like Shaved Carrots with Yogurt Dressing, Grilled Greens with Lime Vinaigrette, or Avocado, Orange, and Jicama Salad. And of course there are desserts, too from Fresh Strawberry Pie to Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars -- all cooked (you know it) outside"--
Subjects: Cookbooks.; Recipes.; Dinners and dining.; Outdoor cooking.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Uncomplicated : taking the stress out of home cooking / by Tansey, Claire,author.;
"An indispensable cookbook that introduces a happier, easier way to get a homemade dinner on the table and proves that it doesn't have to be difficult to be delicious. "Cooking can be easy, fast and fun! Claire Tansey is an accomplished chef, but she's also a busy working mom. She knows how to make classical dishes by the traditional method, but after years of working Claire has figured out a better way of cooking that doesn't take more time than it needs to. In Uncomplicated--featuring over 125 easy-to-make recipes--you'll find out how to make an unforgettable soup just by simmering lentils with few spices; how to roast a chicken so it's golden and juicy every time; how to make delicious veggie side dishes in five minutes flat; how to make a gorgeous chocolate layer cake with just a bowl and spoon; and how to entertain at home without breaking a sweat. These and many more genius recipes, shortcuts, tips and tricks will get you excited about cooking and take the stress out of homemade. And, every recipe is tested using a rigorous process so you know it will work just as it should. Claire's tell-it-like-it-is, funny, irreverent tone will make you feel like she's in your kitchen, showing you how to skip or combine steps, to invite the kids in, to host a dinner party without anxiety and to remember that food should bring joy, above all else."--
Subjects: Cookbooks.; Cooking.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The Sirtfood Diet / by Goggins, Aidan,author.; Matten, Glen,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Discover the international diet sensation that will help you lose seven pounds in seven days while experiencing lasting energy and eating all the foods you love. Over the past few years, fasting has become a popular diet option. Studies show that fasting--whether through moderate calorie restriction every day or the more severe but less frequent intermittent fasting--can help people lose about thirteen to fourteen pounds in six months and reduce their risk of developing disease. When we fast, our body's energy stores activate what is known as sirtuins, or the "skinny gene," and many positive changes ensue. Fat storage is switched off, and our body stops its normal growth processes and goes into "survival" mode. Fat burning is stimulated and the genes involved in the repair and rejuvenation of our cells are turned on--which all results to weight loss and improved resistance to disease. But if not done correctly, fasting can lead to hunger, irritability, fatigue, and loss of muscle. Enter Sirtfoods: a newly discovered group of foods that is revolutionizing healthy eating. Ranging from chocolate and red wine to garlic and walnuts, sirtfoods are particularly rich in special nutrients that help us activate the same skinny genes in our bodies that fasting triggers. Nutritionists Aidan Goggins and Glen Matten have created The Sirtfood Diet to help you effectively lose weight and improve your resistance to disease, while still giving you incredible energy and glowing health"--
Subjects: Reducing diets.; Sirtuins.; Weight loss;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Fabio's 30-minute Italian : over 100 fabulous, quick, and easy recipes / by Viviani, Fabio,author.;
"'In this amazing book, Fabio shows you how to make delicious Italian dishes easily and quickly! It's the next best thing to having him in your kitchen'--Antonia Lofaso, chef and restaurateur of Scopa Italian Roots, The Local Peasant, Sycamore Tavern and Black Market Liquor Bar. Dinner doesn't have to be daunting. In half an hour or less you can cook up an Italian meal at home like a professional chef. In this case, just like Top Chef star Fabio Viviani. Infused with his warmth and humor, this book brings Fabio into your kitchen. If fresh fettuccini with Manila clams and spicy sausages and chicken pizzaiola with mozzarella and pepperoni seem like recipes that are out of reach, think again. Fabio shows home chefs how to cook "Grandma Style" (that is, like an intuitive Italian), and even those on a tight schedule will soon be whipping up great dinners. The over 100 no-fail recipes include mascarpone and ricotta-stuffed peaches, 15-minute seafood cioppino, and salted caramel chocolate cake. Fabio's 30-minute Italian provides lots of time saving tips, from freezing batches of herbs and dressing to making your own pasta dough in three minutes tops. Along the way, Fabio shares stories from his early life in Florence where he apprenticed at age five to his wheel-chair-bound and wooden-spoon-wielding great-grandmother to his American life cooking dinner for his wife and infant son in Chicago."--
Subjects: Cookbooks.; Cooking, Italian.; Quick and easy cooking.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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