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The perfect nanny : a novel / by Slimani, Leïla,1981-author.; Taylor, Sam,1970-translator.; translation of:Slimani, Leïla,1981-Chanson douce.English.;
"When Myriam, a French-Moroccan lawyer, decides to return to work after having children, she and her husband look for the perfect nanny for their two young children. They never dreamed they would find Louise: a quiet, polite, devoted woman who sings to the children, cleans the family's chic apartment in Paris's upscale tenth arrondissement, stays late without complaint, and hosts enviable kiddie parties. But as the couple and the nanny become more dependent on one another, jealousy, resentment, and suspicions mount, shattering the idyllic tableau. Building tension with every page, The Perfect Nanny is a compulsive, riveting, bravely observed exploration of power, class, race, domesticity, and motherhood--and the American debut of an immensely talented writer"--
Subjects: Domestic fiction.; Psychological fiction.; Nannies; Social classes; Interpersonal conflict; Families; Murder;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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A fortune most fatal : a novel / by Bull, Jessica,author.;
The nation's favourite amateur sleuth is back! Jane Austen returns to solve another devilish mystery, in the compelling follow-up to Miss Austen Investigates Welcome to Kent, 1797. Jane Austen is set to spend the summer with her estranged brother, Neddy. As heir to wealthy widow Mrs Knight's fortune, it is imperative that Neddy stays in his benefactor's good graces. But upon arrival at Godmersham Park, Jane realises Neddy is in dire need of her help. For a mysterious young woman currently resides with Mrs Knight - a stranger who threatens to swindle the inheritance for herself. Jane must uncover who this imposter is, to protect the fortunes - and fate - of her entire family. But when her investigation takes a dark and dangerous turn, can she solve the mystery - and save herself?
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; Novels.; Austen, Jane, 1775-1817; Impostors and imposture; Inheritance and succession; Murder; Secrecy;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The Tower of Shadows / by Nykko.; Bannister.;
To stay alive and return home, Rebecca and her friends must strike the Master of Shadows at the source of his powers, a crumbling castle fiercely guarded by the Shadow Spies."009-014; GRL: W"--P. [4] of cover.LSC
Subjects: Fantasy comic books, strips, etc.; Graphic novels.; Monsters; Shades and shadows; Friendship;
© 2013., Graphic Universe,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Ladhood: S3. by Pickett, Ruth,film director.; Khan, Aqib,actor.; Coates, Emily,actor.; Gill, Karan,actor.; Preston, Nick,actor.; Kennedy, Oscar,actor.; Bottomley, Samuel,actor.; Thomas, Shaun,actor.; BBC Studios (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Aqib Khan, Emily Coates, Karan Gill, Nick Preston, Oscar Kennedy, Samuel Bottomley, Shaun ThomasOriginally produced by BBC Studios in 2022.Liam Williams’ critically acclaimed coming-of-age sitcom returns. Switching between the past and present, it’s about growing up – and staying the same.In every episode, a pivotal moment in Liam’s adult life sends him whirling back to his teenage years in Leeds. Could Liam’s adolescence spent dating, driving and drug taking provide some answers to his modern-day millennial angst? Adult Liam is embarking on a new chapter now that girlfriend Jess has gone for good. It takes him back to turning 18, a time full of possibility – but also letting go. How will the lads adapt to new pressures, freedoms and failures, and will their four-way friendship survive?Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; Comedy films.;
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Make this tonight : recipes to get dinner on the table. by Tastemade (Firm),issuing body.;
"Delicious meals just got easier with 100 all-new recipes for all types of cuisines in the first-ever cookbook from the beloved internet cooking gurus at Tastemade. Tastemade, the internet cooking phenomenon, presents you with 100 recipes designed to answer everyone's daily question: What's for dinner? Make This Tonight is a starter kit meant to empower you to create explosively flavorful dishes that will enrich your time in the kitchen and cultivate your culinary curiosity every day of the week. These are recipes that encourage you to get creative with your meal time and expand your taste buds' horizons, while also staying unintimidating and approachable so that you're empowered to cook for yourself. Make This Tonight is here to take away the stress of dinnertime and to pave the way for attainable, exciting meals"--
Subjects: Cookbooks.; Recipes.; Cooking.; Quick and easy cooking.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Christmas connection [videorecording] / by Monroe, Steven R.,television director.; Burns, Brooke,1978-actor.; Scott, Tom Everett,1970-actor.; Neudorf, Sophie,actor.; Cinedigm (Firm),distributor.; Hallmark Channel (Television network),broadcaster,production company.;
Brooke Burns, Tom Everett Scott, Sophie Neudorf.Flight attendant Sydney (Brooke Burns) is tasked with looking after Leah, an eight-year-old unaccompanied minor flying back to Chicago after visiting family. Sydney is charmed by the little girl and makes an instant connection with her. After Leah is safely delivered to her father, Jonathan (Tom Everett Scott), Sydney finds a package Leah left behind. Sydney delivers the gift back to Leah and gets invited to join in some fun, family Christmas festivities. When Sydney misses her connection, she is stuck for a few days. Grounded from her jet-setting ways, Sydney bumps into Leah and Jonathan who invite her spend the holidays with them - showing Sydney the value of a staying put long enough to fall in love.PG.DVD-R ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Fiction television programs.; Made-for-TV movies.; Romance television programs.; Christmas television programs.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Christmas; Flight attendants; Man-woman relationships; Fathers and daughters; Single fathers;
For private home use only.
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The girl beneath the sea / by Mayne, Andrew,1973-author.;
Coming from scandalous Florida treasure hunters and drug smugglers, Sloan McPherson is forging her own path, for herself and for her daughter, out from under her family's shadow. An auxiliary officer for Lauderdale Shores PD, she's the go-to diver for evidence recovery. Then Sloan finds a fresh kill floating in a canal--a woman whose murky history collides with Sloan's. Their troubling ties are making Sloan less a potential witness than a suspect. And her colleagues aren't the only ones following every move she makes. So is the killer. Stalked by an assassin, pitted against a ruthless cartel searching for a lost fortune, and under watch within her ranks, Sloan has only one ally: the legendary DEA agent who put Sloan's uncle behind bars. He knows just how deep corruption runs--and the kind of danger Sloan is in. To stay alive, Sloan must stay one step ahead of her enemies--both known and unknown--and a growing conspiracy designed to pull her under.
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Police divers; Police corruption; Criminal investigation; Conspiracies;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Mistletoe : a Christmas story / by Hills, Tad.;
Mistletoe, a mouse who loves snow, works very hard to knit the perfect gift for her best friend, an elephant named Norwell, who prefers to stay inside where it is warm.LSC
Subjects: Christmas stories.; Mice; Elephants; Best friends; Friendship; Gifts; Knitting; Christmas;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Nature out of balance : how invasive species are changing the planet / by Wilcox, Merrie-Ellen.;
A look at how and why species become invasive, their impact on local ecosystems, what can be done to stop their spread, and what to do about invasive species that are here to stay.LSC
Subjects: Introduced organisms; Biological invasions;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Zombie apocalypse running club / by Mac, Carrie,1975-author.;
When seventeen-year-old queer twins Eira and Soren leave their survivalist home, they enter a world overcome by zombies and discover the only way to stay alive is to run.
Subjects: Young adult fiction.; Queer fiction.; Action and adventure fiction.; Zombie fiction.; Novels.; Brothers; Running; Sexual minorities; Survival; Twins; Zombies; Brothers; Running; LGBTQ+ people; Survival; Twins; Zombies;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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