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The safekeep : a novel / by Wouden, Yael van der,author.;
"It is 1961 and the rural Dutch province of Overijssel is quiet. Bomb craters have been filled, buildings reconstructed, and the war is truly over. Living alone in her late mother's country home, Isabel knows her life is as it should be--led by routine and discipline. But all is upended when her brother Louis brings his graceless new girlfriend Eva, leaving her at Isabel's doorstep as a guest, to stay for the season. Eva is Isabel's antithesis: she sleeps late, walks loudly through the house, and touches things she shouldn't. In response, Isabel develops a fury-fueled obsession, and when things start disappearing around the house--a spoon, a knife, a bowl--Isabel's suspicions begin to spiral. In the sweltering peak of summer, Isabel's paranoia gives way to infatuation--leading to a discovery that unravels all Isabel has ever known. The war might not be well and truly over after all, and neither Eva--nor the house in which they live--are what they seem."--Jacket flap.
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Novels.; Infatuation; Shared housing; Siblings; Summer;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The last house on the street [sound recording] / by Chamberlain, Diane,1950-author.; Bennett, Susan(Narrator),narrator.; Macmillan Audio (Firm),publisher.;
Read by Susan Bennett."From bestselling author Diane Chamberlain comes an irresistible new novel that perfectly interweaves history, mystery, and social justice. When Kayla Carter's husband dies in an accident while building their dream house, she knows she has to stay strong for their four-year-old daughter. But the trophy home in Shadow Ridge Estates, a new development in sleepy Round Hill, North Carolina, will always hold tragic memories. When she is confronted by an odd, older woman telling her not to move in, she almost agrees. It's clear this woman has some kind of connection to the area ... and a connection to Kayla herself. Kayla's elderly new neighbor, Ellie Hockley, is more welcoming, but it's clear she, too, has secrets that stretch back almost fifty years. Is Ellie on a quest to right the wrongs of the past? And does the house at the end of the street hold the key? Told in dual time periods, The Last House on the Street is a novel of shocking prejudice and violence, forbidden love, the search for justice, and the tangled vines of two families"--
Subjects: Audiobooks.; Historical fiction.; Social problem fiction.; African Americans; Civil rights movements; Dwellings; Neighbors; Racism; Secrecy; Widows;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Dreaming Walls. by Van Elmbt, Amélie,film director.; Duverdier, Maya,film director.; Mongrel Media (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Originally produced by Mongrel Media in 2022.This documentary delves into the storied halls of New York City's Chelsea Hotel during its extensive renovations, capturing the lives of its remaining long-term residents. Once a haven for artists and intellectuals like Patti Smith, Janis Joplin, and the superstars of Warhol's Factory, the hotel is undergoing a transformation into a luxury establishment. The film offers a poignant exploration of the hotel's bohemian past and its uncertain future, providing viewers with a unique perspective on the intersection of art, history, and urban development.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Arts.; Social sciences.; Sociology.; Documentary films.; Artists.; History.; Housing.; Gentrification.; Popular culture.; New York (State).;
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House of ash and bone / by Sutherland, Joel A.,1980-author.;
"Seventeen-year-old Josephine Jagger is a talented writer with special abilities she doesn't fully understand. Over the years she has developed methods to cope with the voices she hears in her head, but the old house her family has inherited in Vermont makes Josephine question what's real and what's not more than anything she's ever encountered before. It's filled with shadows, and whispers, and the unshakable feeling of being watched. Josephine then catches her first glimpse of a shadowy woman with long hair, pale skin, an impossibly wide smile and hollow pits for eyes. Her name is Dorcas, the ghost of a witch who died three hundred years ago. She has summoned the family to Vermont to ensnare them--then consume them--in order to rise from the grave and live again ... "--012+.Grades 7-9.
Subjects: Horror fiction.; Young adult fiction.; Ghost stories.; Witch fiction.; Novels.; Ability; Families; Ghosts; Haunted houses; Teenage girls; Witches; Ability; Family life; Families; Ghosts; Haunted houses; Teenage girls; Witches;
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For the love of renovating : tips, tricks & inspiration for creating your dream home / by Bordelon, Barry,author.; Slocum, Jordan,author.;
For the Love of Renovating is the inspiring, game-changing book every fixer-upper needs, whether the project is budget remodeling or a full gut renovation. Jordan and Barry -- aka the Brownstone Boys -- are the enthusiastic go-to renovation team for historic Brooklyn brownstones and other older homes that need a little TLC. In their debut book, they walk readers through the entire house renovation process, starting with things to consider before you've made an offer, followed by guidance on developing a design, a schedule, and budgeting; they end by giving a room-by-room tour that includes tips and inspiration for a successful renovation. The book also features a chapter on preserving and refurbishing historic details like wooden archways and crown moldings. Throughout the book, beautiful photos and Renovation Recipes give the ingredients and step-by-step instructions for turning the house you have into the house you'll love. Unlock the potential of your vintage home with this ultimate handbook for restoring historic houses. Whether you're a new homeowner in search of DIY books to help plan home improvement projects, or are just looking for interior design books to inspire your dream home, For the Love of Renovating provides the perfect blend of gorgeous visuals and practical, hands-on advice.
Subjects: Dwellings; Dwellings; Interior decoration.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Camino ghosts [sound recording] / by Grisham, John,author,narrator.; Goldberg, Whoopi,1955-narrator.; Random House Audio Publishing,publisher.;
Read by Whoopi Goldberg, Josh Grisham.On Camino Island, popular bookseller Bruce Cable tells Mercer Mann an irresistible tale that might be her next novel. A giant resort developer is using its political muscle and deep pockets to claim ownership of a deserted island between Florida and Georgia. Only the last living inhabitant of the island, Lovely Jackson, stands in its way. What the developer doesn't know is that the island has a remarkable history, and locals believe it is cursed ... and the past is never the past ... --
Subjects: Audiobooks.; Novels.; Thrillers (Fiction); Antiquarian booksellers; Blessing and cursing; Booksellers and bookselling; Bookstores; Islands; Novelists; Real estate developers; Resorts;
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Christmas in Harmony Harbor / by Mason, Debbie(Novelist);
"Evangeline Christmas will do anything to save her year-round Christmas store, Holiday House, when high-powered real-estate developer Caine Elliot uses his money and influence to push through his competing property next door. When her last desperate attempt to stop him fails, she gambles everything on a proposition she prays the handsome, blue-eyed player can't refuse. Caine agrees to Evie's bargain because how hard can it be to fulfill three wishes on the Angel Tree at Holiday House? The wishes have him reliving the Christmases of his past and taking part in the holiday festivities of Christmas present. But just when he begins to believe Evie might be his Christmas future, dark secrets from his past are revealed. Will the last wish on the Angel Tree be enough to give Caine and Evie the happy ending they deserve?"--Publisher.
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Man-woman relationships; Real estate developers; Christmas;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Makeda makes a home for Subway / by Rhuday-Perkovich, Olugbemisola.; Mba Blázquez, Lydia.;
The second title in a delightful new Level 2 I Can Read! series from acclaimed author Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich and illustrator Lydia Mba, starring Makeda, an exuberant seven-year-old "maker" and problem solver who loves to create. Perfect for readers who love Rosie Revere, Engineer and Reina Ramos Works It Out. Makeda is excited to bring Subway, the class guinea pig, home for the weekend. But Subway seems S-A-D--so Makeda and her friend Glory decide to make him an F-U-N new cage to cheer him up. But what if what is fun for Makeda is not fun for Subway? This Level 2 I Can Read! book features an engaging story, longer sentences, and language play perfect for developing readers.Ages 4-8.
Subjects: Readers (Publications); Guinea pigs as pets; Guinea pigs; Problem solving; Handicraft; Best friends;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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The last house guest : a novel / by Miranda, Megan,author.;
"From the acclaimed New York Times bestselling author of All the Missing Girls, a suspenseful new novel about an idyllic town in Maine dealing with the suspicious death of one of their own--and her best "summer" friend, who is trying to uncover the truth ... before fingers point her way"--"Littleport, Maine, has always felt like two separate towns: an ideal vacation enclave for the wealthy, whose summer homes line the coastline; and a simple harbor community for the year-round residents whose livelihoods rely on service to the visitors. Typically, fierce friendships never develop between a local and a summer girl--but that's just what happens with visitor Sadie Loman and Littleport resident Avery Greer. Each summer for almost a decade, the girls are inseparable--until Sadie is found dead. While the police rule the death a suicide, Avery can't help but feel there are those in the community, including a local detective and Sadie's brother, Parker, who blame her. Someone knows more than they're saying, and Avery is intent on clearing her name, before the facts get twisted against her. Another thrilling novel from the bestselling author of All the Missing Girls and The Perfect Stranger, Megan Miranda's The Last House Guest is a smart, twisty read with a strong female protagonist determined to make her own way in the world."--Jacket flap.
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Murder; Female friendship;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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The swallow : a ghost story / by Cotter, Charis.;
"In 1960s Toronto, two girls retreat to their attics to escape the loneliness and isolation of their lives. Polly lives in a house bursting at the seams with people, while Rose is often left alone by her busy parents. Polly is a down-to-earth dreamer with a wild imagination and an obsession with ghosts; Rose is a quiet, ethereal waif with a sharp tongue. But soon they discover they aren't alone--they're actually neighbors, sharing a wall. They develop an unlikely friendship, and Polly is ecstatic to learn that Rose can actually see and talk to ghosts. Maybe she will finally see one too! But is there more to Rose than it seems?"--www.amazon.ca.LSC
Subjects: Ghost stories.; Neighbors; Female friendship; Loneliness;
© c2014., Tundra Books,
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