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Die walking : a child's journey through genocide / by M., Obadiah,author.;
Includes bibliographical references."In 1994, Obadiah was the thirteen-year-old son of a Hutu pastor who dreamt of becoming a pilot when he heard something was wrong in Kigali, Rwanda. He didn't understand the politics, but an uncle appeared, a family meeting was held, then they were fleeing genocide. They were under gunfire, soldiers in pursuit. Everywhere were bodies, hunger, that smell. Stalked by terror, Obadiah kept moving through unrelenting danger and the darkest despair. He was sustained by faith and the philosophy of Ubuntu--finding one's self through others. But not even escape led to safety, as Obadiah had to face the American refugee detention system. Die Walking is one boy's horrific story of shared humanity in a chaotic world."--
Subjects: Biographies.; Autobiographies.; M., Obadiah.; Genocide survivors; Refugees; Refugees; Teenage refugees; Teenage refugees;
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Foresight / by Hamilton, Ian,1946-author.;
"1980: A pivotal year in modern Chinese history as Premier Deng Xiaoping begins what he intends to be the transformation of China into an economic superpower. The most visible evidence of Deng's policy is the creation of Special Economic Zones, and one has been set up in Shenzhen, next door to Hong Kong and on Fanling's doorstep. Among Triad leaders, Uncle is the only one who recognizes that Deng's intentions could have profound repercussions on their organizations. To protect his gang and their interests, he acts to not only minimize the negative impact, but to turn events to his advantage."--
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Historical fiction.; Organized crime; Triads (Organized crime); Gangs;
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Pine Island home / by Horvath, Polly.;
"The McCready sisters -- Fiona, Marlin, Natasha and Charlie -- are left on their own when their missionary parents die and leave them in Borneo. When no immediate aunt or uncle steps forward to take them on, they start fearing they will be separated in foster care. Luckily, a great aunt Martha (whom they've never met) says they can live with her, on Pine Island in British Columbia. Unfortunately, when they get there, they learn that she has passed away unexpectedly. Fiona, the oldest at 14, is resolved that they stay together, and comes up with a plan to force their loner, cantankerous neighbor, Al, to pretend to be their guardian, bribing him with home-cooked food. But can they fool the principal of their new school, as well as the lawyer and social services?"--From publisher.LSC
Subjects: Orphans; Sisters; Eccentrics and eccentricities;
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The orphan's letters / by Peters, Glynis,author.;
As the Second World War wages on, nurse Kitty Pattison's life takes a nomadic turn as her work with the Red Cross sees her traversing the country, moving from post to post. With her best friends Jo and Trixie also scattered across the UK, and her soldier sweetheart Michael off on the continent undertaking medical missions he can't discuss, the war takes its toll and long days are followed by sleepless nights interrupted only by nightmares of what she's seen on the wards. Now, Kitty's hopes rise and fall with the arrival of the post - the only thing that keeps her connected to her aunt and uncle, her dear friends, and her Michael - and every moment spent with those she loves is held dear, because each one could be the last.
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Novels.; Female friendship; Letters; Man-woman relationships; Nurses; Orphans; Red Cross and Red Crescent; World War, 1939-1945;
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Let it snow : a novel / by Thayer, Nancy,1943-author.;
"Christina Antonioni is preparing for the holidays at her Nantucket toy shop, unpacking last-minute shipments and decorating for her loyal Christmas shoppers. But when her Scrooge of a landlord, Oscar Bittlesman, raises her rent, it seems nearly impossible for Christina to continue business on the wharf. Even so, Christina hopes there is a warm heart underneath Oscar's steely exterior. When she bonds with Wink, his sweet, young granddaughter who frequents the shop, it becomes clear that perhaps he isn't so cold after all. And with the help of Wink's uncle, who happens to be a charming and very handsome bachelor, this may be the best Christmas any of them could have ever imagined. Nancy Thayer's enchanting Nantucket setting provides the perfect backdrop for this holiday love story"--
Subjects: Christmas fiction.; Domestic fiction.; Toy stores; Christmas;
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The Catechism Cataclysm. by Rohal, Todd,film director.; Maddox, Ann,actor.; Lopez, Carlos,actor.; Lanham, Koko,actor.; Shelton, Lynn,actor.; Longstreet, Robert,actor.; Little, Steve,actor.; Factory 25 (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Ann Maddox, Carlos Lopez, Koko Lanham, Lynn Shelton, Robert Longstreet, Steve LittleOriginally produced by Factory 25 in 2011.Father Billy (Steve Little), an eccentric young priest, is forced to take a sabbatical by his superiors when he is discovered telling inappropriate parables to his flock. Billy tracks down his high-school idol Robbie (Robert Longstreet), who begrudgingly agrees to a canoe trip. On the water, the two men reminisce about Billy's days as the keyboardist in a Christian band and Robbie's as a guitarist for a metal band. When night approaches, they realize they have lost their way--and that's when things get weird.Buoyed by commanding comedic performances by Steve Little (Eastbound & Down) and Robert Longstreet (Sorry To Bother You) and deft handling by director Todd Rohal (Uncle Kent 2), THE CATECHISM CATACLYSM shines a light on the power of absurd fiction.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Motion pictures.; Comedy.; Independent films.;
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Death under a little sky / by Abell, Stig,author.;
A detective ready for a new life ... For years, Jake Jackson has been a high-flying detective in London. But then one day he receives a letter from his reclusive uncle - he has left Jake his property in the middle of the countryside. For Jake, it is the perfect opportunity for a fresh start. A rural idyll the stuff of dreams ... At first, life in the middle of nowhere is everything Jake could wish for. His new home is beautiful, his surroundings are stunning, and he enjoys getting back to nature. A death that disrupts everything ... But then, what starts as a fun village treasure hunt turns deadly, when a young woman's bones are discovered. And Jake is thrust once again into the role of detective, as he tries to unearth a dangerous killer in this most unlikely of settings.
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; Novels.; Country life; Ex-police officers; Inheritance and succession; Moving, Household; Murder; Private investigators; Secrecy; Villages;
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Blind spots : when medicine gets it wrong, and what it means for our health / by Makary, Marty,author.;
Includes bibliographical references.More Americans have peanut allergies today than at any point in history. Why? In 2000, the American Academy of Pediatrics issued a strict recommendation that parents avoid giving their children peanut products until they're three years old. Getting the science perfectly backward, triggering intolerance with lack of early exposure, the US now leads the world in peanut allergies-and this misinformation is still rearing its head today. How could the experts have gotten it so wrong? Dr. Marty Makary asks, Could it be that many modern-day health crises have been caused by the hubris of the medical establishment? Experts said for decades that opioids were not addictive, igniting the opioid crisis. They refused menopausal women hormone replacement therapy, causing unnecessary suffering. They demonized natural fat in foods, driving Americans to processed carbohydrates as obesity rates soared. They told citizens that there are no downsides to antibiotics and prescribed them liberally, causing a drug-resistant bacteria crisis. When modern medicine issues recommendations based on good scientific studies, it shines. Conversely, when modern medicine is interpreted through the harsh lens of opinion and edict, it can mold beliefs that harm patients and stunt research for decades. In Blind Spots, Dr. Makary explores the latest research on critical topics ranging from the microbiome to childbirth to nutrition and longevity and more, revealing the biggest blind spots of modern medicine and tackling the most urgent yet unsung issues in our $4.5 trillion health care ecosystem. The path to medical mishaps can be absurd, entertaining, and jaw-dropping-but the truth is essential to our health.
Subjects: Medical care.; Medical errors.; Medical policy.; Public health.;
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Back: S2. by Palmer, Ben,film director.; Mitchell, David,actor.; McGivern, Geoff,actor.; Brealey, Louise,actor.; Poulet, Olivia,actor.; Downie, Penny,actor.; Webb, Robert,actor.; BBC Studios (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
David Mitchell, Geoff McGivern, Louise Brealey, Olivia Poulet, Penny Downie, Robert WebbOriginally produced by BBC Studios in 2021.Following an acclaimed first series, the delightfully sharp BACK is back.After a lengthy spell in the Lyneham Abbey Wellness Centre, Stephen is back at his provincial pub, refreshed and re-energised. Thankfully Andrew, the formerly prodigal foster brother, has been treading water keeping it going. But despite Stephen being back it's not all plain sailing. Stephen's sister Cass, resenting her mum's relationship with young boyfriend Julian, packs up and leaves home. Seemingly altruistic Andrew is focusing his troubling charm on the elderly parents of Stephen's ex-wife Alison. Blunt and uncompromising Uncle Geoff gets married and 're-greens' his farm. And the opening of a spectacular rival pub threatens the very future of The John Barleycorn.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; Comedy films.;
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Maryann's hope / by Jebber, Molly.;
Secrets devastated Maryanne Harding's marriage to an Englischer--and took away her untrustworthy husband. Now the young Amish widow has found contentment cooking up treats at the bakery, raising her little girl, and comforting her ailing mother. And when Andrew Wittmer asks her to marry him, Maryanne is over the moon with happiness that she and the kind furniture maker will put down roots in her hometown... Until Andrew's uncle becomes ill, and Andrew must permanently take over his store in a town hours away. Though she would go anywhere to be Andrew's fraa, Maryanne can't abandon her mother--or the family that depends on her so much. And when she discovers Andrew harbors secrets of his own, Maryanne's hard-won trust is shaken. Now, can she risk difficult choices and take a leap of faith into the loving, joyful future she longs for most?
Subjects: Christian fiction.; Historical fiction.; Romance fiction.; Amish; Man-woman relationships; Bakeries;
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