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The Girls of Good Fortune : A Novel. by McMorris, Kristina.;
Portland, 1888. Celia is a half-Chinese woman who awakens in an underground cell, drugged and disguised. She soon realizes she's a "shanghaied" victim on the verge of being shipped off as forced labor. Desperate, Celia must find a way to escape and return to a place where unearthed secrets could prove deadlier than the dark recesses of Chinatown. #diversity.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: FICTION / Asian American; FICTION / Contemporary Women; FICTION / Historical; FICTION / Historical / General; FICTION / Women;
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110 nature hot spots in Ontario : the best parks, conservation areas and wild places / by Earley, Chris G.,1968-; Read, Tracy C.; Horner, Kyle.; Bjorgan, Owen.; Peter, Justin,1977-; Earley, Chris G.,1968-100 nature hot spots in Ontario;
"This reader-friendly guide explores the remarkable splendor and diversity of Ontario, from its soaring clifftops, subterranean caves and thundering cataracts to the province's tallest white pine, the oldest rocks on Earth and the warbler capital of North America. Updated and expanded, the book highlights the best places in Ontario to connect with the natural world."--Provided by publisher.LSC
Subjects: Natural areas; Parks; Protected areas;
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The South : A Novel. by Aw, Tash.;
'The South' unfolds during a visit by the Lim family to their rural clan estate after a long absence. Jay, in his mid-teens, finds himself sharing a room with Chuan, the son of the estate's overseer. The two soon form an intense bond, but with their very different backgrounds and expectations for the future, the course of their relationship is always an unspoken question. #diversity.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: FICTION / LGBTQ+ / Gay; FICTION / Literary; FICTION / World Literature / Southeast Asia;
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Malinalli : A Novel. by Chapa, Veronica.;
Malinalli was the Nahua interpreter who helped Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes communicate with the native people of Mexico. Indigenous leaders believed she was a goddess - blessed with the divine power to interpret the Spaniards intentions for their land. Later, she was deemed a traitor who helped sell Mexicos future to an invader. 'Malinalli' is a debut novel that reimagines the triumphs and sorrows of this misunderstood woman. #diversity.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; FICTION / Fantasy / Historical; FICTION / Hispanic & Latino; FICTION / Indigenous;
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Lady Tan's circle of women : a novel / by See, Lisa,author.;
Inspired by the true story of a female physician from 15th-century China, 'Lady Tan's Circle of Women' is a captivating story that asks how might a remarkable woman break free of traditions, go on to treat women and girls from every level of society, and lead a life of such importance that many of her remedies are still used five centuries later? #diversity.
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Novels.; Aristocracy (Social class); Arranged marriage; Female friendship; Midwives; Women physicians;
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The Edge of Yesterday. by Woods, Rita.;
When Greer Coffey stumbles through a portal, she is transported back to 1925 Detroit, where she meets Dr. Montgomery Gray. Monty and Greer grow increasingly exhilarated with the visits, but 2025 becomes gradually less recognizable, as each visit causes rips in the timeline. Ultimately, Greer finds herself trapped in 1925 and Monty is forced into a deadly confrontation that changes the trajectory of his life. #diversity.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: FICTION / African American & Black / Historical; FICTION / Fantasy / Historical; FICTION / Magical Realism;
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The Inheritance : A Novel. by Sakhlecha, Trisha.;
'The Inheritance' is a murder mystery set on an island off the Scottish coast during a family reunion. Raj is about to announce to his wife and children the succession plan for his multimillon-dollar company. Who will survive this high-stakes reunion, and who will become a victim of their own greed? One thing is certain: this family gathering will shatter more than just their illusions of unity. #diversity.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); FICTION / Thrillers / Psychological; FICTION / Thrillers / Suspense; FICTION / Women;
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The Ones We Loved : A Novel. by Ngangura, Tarisai.;
'The Ones We Loved' is a beautiful love story and debut novel about two people who meet on a bus moving across rural Zimbabwe after fleeing their hometowns to try to rebuild their lives. But the talons of the past have dug deep, and the wounds have not yet healed. Born in Zimbabwe, Tarisai Ngangura did her undergrad in Toronto, ON, and now lives in the U.S. #diversity. A RADD Pick.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: FICTION / African American & Black / General; FICTION / Literary; FICTION / Romance / African American & Black;
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Didn't nobody give a shit what happened to Carlotta / by Hannaham, James,author.;
'Didn't Nobody Give a Shit What Happened to Carlotta' is the raucous, irreverent, and harrowing story of a trans womans re-entry into life on the outside after more than 20 years in a men's prison, set over one eventful Fourth of July weekend in Brooklyn. From the author of 'Delicious Foods', which won the PEN/Faulkner Award and was a NYT Notable Book. #diversity.
Subjects: Psychological fiction.; Transgender fiction.; Novels.; African Americans; Ex-convicts; Families; Parolees; Prisoners; Transgender women;
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The Legend of Meneka. by Rao, Kritika H.;
'The Legend of Meneka' is inspired by one of the most famous romances in Hindu mythology. It is the story of a celestial dancer tasked with seducing a human sage, but when she finds herself falling for her mark, she will be forced to choose between loyalties and being true to herself. Kritika Rao previously lived in Calgary, AB, and currently resides in Toronto, ON. #diversity. A RADD Pick.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; FICTION / Cultural Heritage; FICTION / Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology; FICTION / Fantasy / Romance;
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