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Woman of God / by Patterson, James,1947-author.; Paetro, Maxine,author.;
"St. Peter's Square, Rome. White smoke signals that a new Pope has been chosen. Is it possible that the new Pope is a woman? The world is watching as historic crowds gather in Rome, waiting for news of a new Pope, one who promises to be unlike any other in the Church's history. Some followers are ecstatic, but the leading candidate has made a legion of powerful enemies. From a difficult childhood with drug addled parents, to a career as a doctor on the front lines in Sudan, to a series of trials that test her faith at every turn, Brigid Fitzgerald's convictions and callings have made her the target of all those who fear that the Church has lost its way dangerous adversaries who abhor challenges to tradition. Locked in a deadly, high-stakes battle with forces determined to undermine everything she believes in, Brigid must convert her enemies to her cause before she loses her faith and her life"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction);
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Catch me if I fall / by Jonsberg, Barry,1951-;
"Twins Ashleigh and Aiden have always promised to protect each other, but after an accident on a school trip, Aiden starts behaving strangely. Are they just growing apart, or is something more sinister going on? In a future Australia ravaged by climate change, twins Ashleigh and Aiden Delatour have always promised to protect and be there for each other, no matter what. Their privileged upbringing and loving, wealthy parents leave them with little to worry about. But when Aiden is seriously injured during a school trip, the twins' entire world begins to unravel. Back home from the hospital, something about Aiden seems different and Ashleigh's quest to find out why will uncover dark truths about the world they thought they knew, challenge their bond as twins and push how far they are willing to go to keep their promises. Catch Me If I Fall is a thrilling, timely examination of the possible future of our planet, the true meaning of family and our responsibilities to each other."--
Subjects: Dystopian fiction.; Bildungsromans.; Twins; Life change events;
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Christmas on the island : a novel / by Colgan, Jenny,author.; Colgan, Jenny.Island Christmas.;
"It's a time for getting cozy in front of whisky barrel wood fires, and enjoying a dram and a treacle pudding with the people you love - unless, of course, you've accidentally gotten pregnant by your ex-boss, and don't know how to tell him. In the season for peace and good cheer, will Flora find the nerve to reveal the truth to her nearest and dearest? Will her erstwhile co-parent Joel think she's the bearer of glad tidings - or is this Christmas going to be as bleak as the Highlands in midwinter? Meanwhile Saif, a doctor and refugee from war-torn Syria is trying to enjoy his first western Christmas with his sons on this remote island where he's been granted asylum. His wife, however, is still missing, and her absence hangs over what should be a joyful celebration. Can the family possibly find comfort and joy without her?"--Jacket flap.
Subjects: Domestic fiction.; Man-woman relationships; Refugees; Unplanned pregnancy; Families; Christmas; Islands;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Dogs for dummies / by Spadafori, Gina,author.; Becker, Marty,1954-writer of foreword.;
"From mixes to purebreds, puppies to seniors, this friendly guide tells you what you need to know to choose, train, and enjoy life with a dog"--Publisher descripition.
Subjects: Dogs.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Abundant ever after : tools for creating a life of prosperity and ease / by Heller, Cathy,author.;
Abundant Ever After is a comprehensive guide for anyone seeking to step into their true self, unlock their potential, and transform their life. Drawing on years of study and practice in spiritual traditions, this book offers insights into personal growth and the journey toward greater fulfillment. This guide explores concepts like surrender and the law of reception, encouraging readers to enter a flow state where peace, joy, and new opportunities are accessible. It provides practical tools and exercises designed to expand one's capacity to receive abundance, challenge limiting beliefs, and align with a deeper sense of worth. Ultimately, Abundant Ever After invites us to reflect on the deeper meanings of life, beyond material wealth. It highlights the importance of connection, purpose, and the search for personal and collective transformation. As you deepen your awareness and connection to your inner self, you may find that love and growth are the most essential forms of abundance, leading to a life of limitless possibilities.
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Self-realization.; Success.; Wealth.;
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The innocent dead / by Anderson, Lin,author.;
The present day discovery of a child's remains in a peat bog south of Glasgow looks to finally solve the decades old mystery of ten year old Mary McInally's disappearance. Karen Marshall had been devastated by her best pal's abduction on the day of her confirmation. Questioned by the police but traumatised by the loss of her friend, nothing Karen remembered back then had helped. Now decades later, the news of the possible discovery of Mary's body brings the nightmares back, but added to that are returning memories long buried by Karen. Memories that begin to reveal her role in her friend's disappearance and perhaps the identity of the killer. Are these memories the truth or just a figment of an aging brain? Called in to excavate the body on the moor, forensic scientist Rhona MacLeod uses the advances made in forensic science since Mary's death to unravel a horrific tale that encompasses more than just one child, and not only in the past.
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; MacLeod, Rhona (Fictitious character); Women forensic scientists; Cold cases (Criminal investigation); Missing persons; Murder;
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Clan / by Brouwer, Sigmund,1959-;
The classic survival story gets a prehistoric twist in this gripping middle-grade adventure featuring a boy and his sabre tooth tiger cub, perfect for fans of Hatchet. Part survival story, part animal-human friendship story and part redemption story, Clan follows the journey of Atlatl and the saber tooth cub he rescued from a dire wolf attack. When Atlatl brings Cub back to his Clan, it begins a series of events that end with Atlatl being banished -- the worst possible punishment for any Clan member. Without the protection of the group, a single person is all but helpless in the face of predators like the short-nosed bear, dire wolves and cheetahs. And Atlatl is even more vulnerable because of a childhood injury to his leg. But before the Clan can leave him behind, disaster strikes, and Atlatl has to rely on his wits, his ingenuity and his bravery to face the biggest foe yet and try to save what remains of his Clan.LSC
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Adventure fiction.; Survival; Saber-toothed tigers; Human-animal relationships; Predation (Biology); Exile (Punishment); Children with disabilities; Fathers and sons; Clans; Stone age;
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Cold storage / by Grumley, Michael C.,author.;
"An expansive new thriller in Michael C. Grumley's Revival series, exploring humanity's thirst for immortality at any cost Technology never works well the first time. Or even the second. Army veteran John Reiff is living proof. This time he is revived in the back of a dilapidated ambulance, on the run from a shadowy organization that is desperate to take him back. He is the first one, their archetype, and they need to know what happened after his escape. What is happening to his body and his mind. And they need to know now. Because Reiff knows things he shouldn't. About them and about what they are hiding. A secret that has been in cold storage for several hundred years. And the insidious, methodical plan that has been in motion for a half a century. John Reiff is their key-a problem, but also the solution. A lab rat gone rogue, and at the worst possible time. But they will find him. They have to. And they will stop at nothing to get what they want"--
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Novels.; Cryonics; Immortalism; Secrecy; Technology; Traffic accidents; Veterans;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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I follow you / by James, Peter,1948-author.;
"To the outside world, suave, charming and confident doctor Marcus Valentine has it all. A loving wife, three kids, a great job. But there's something ... or someone ... missing. Driving to work one morning, his mind elsewhere and not on the road, he almost mows down a female jogger on a crossing. As she runs on, Marcus is transfixed. Infatuated. She is the spitting image of a girl he was crazy about in his teens. A girl he has never been able to get out of his mind. Lynette had dumped him harshly. For years he has fantasized about seeing her again and rekindling their flame. Might that jogger possibly be her all these years later? Could this be the most incredible coincidence? Despite all his attempts to resist, he is consumed by cravings for this woman. And when events take a tragically unexpected turn, his obsession threatens to destroy both their worlds. But still he won't stop. Can't stop."--Publisher.
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Psychological fiction.; Infatuation; Obsessive-compulsive disorder; Stalkers; Surgeons; Young women;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The Life Impossible A Novel [electronic resource] : by Haig, Matt.aut; Lumley, Joanna.nrt; Stephens, Jordan.nrt; cloudLibrary;
The remarkable new novel from Matt Haig, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Midnight Library, which has sold more than nine million copies worldwide “What looks like magic is simply a part of life we don’t understand yet . . . ” When retired math teacher Grace Winters inherits a run-down house on the Mediterranean island of Ibiza from a long-lost friend, curiosity gets the better of her. Grace arrives in Ibiza with a one-way ticket, no guidebook and no plan. Among the rugged hills and golden beaches of the island, Grace searches for answers about her friend’s life and how it ended. What she uncovers is stranger than she could have possibly dreamed. But to dive into this impossible truth, Grace must first come to terms with her past. Filled with wonder and wild adventure, this is a story of hope and the life-changing power of a new beginning.
Subjects: Audiobooks.; Visionary & Metaphysical; Literary; Contemporary Women;
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