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Rain on the dead / by Higgins, Jack,1929-author.;
"In the past few years, the killing and capture of many al-Qaeda leaders has left the terrorist organization wounded--but by no means dead. And they intend to prove it. On a dark summer night, two Chechen mercenaries emerge from the waters off Nantucket to kill a high-value target, the former president of the United States, Jake Cazalet. Unfortunately for them, Cazalet has guests with him, including black ops specialist Sean Dillon and his colleague, Afghan war hero Captain Sara Gideon. The Chechens do not survive the night, but Dillon is curious as to how they even got on the island"--Dust jacket flap.
Subjects: Suspense fiction.; Mystery fiction.; Qaida (Organization); Dillon, Sean (Fictitious character); Presidents; Spy stories.; Terrorism;
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Thief of the heights [graphic novel] / by Son M.,author.; Yao, Robin,illustrator.;
Lifelong friends Basem, Mustafa, and Aarfah have carved out a place for themselves in their corner of Muqadas, where they dream of climbing from their place in the city's lowest level, above the limb-snatching, disease-infested waters, to the very top of their vertical city. When their inventions catch the eye of a scout who is on the hunt for new talent to bring to the higher tiers, their dreams are suddenly within reach. But as the wonders of the upper tiers enchant, Basem, Mustafa, and Aarfah begin to question why the bounty of Muqadas falls short of reaching Lake Saha's inhabitants.
Subjects: Science fiction comics.; Dystopian comics.; Graphic novels.; Equality; Friendship; Imaginary places; Inventors; Secrecy; Social classes;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Healing earth : an ecologist's journey of innovation and environmental stewardship / by Todd, John,author.;
Subjects: Ecological engineering.; Environmental responsibility.; Environmental protection.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The forbidden island / by Trueit, Trudi Strain.; Plumbe, Scott.;
Amid assignments that take the Explorer Academy recruits from the iceberg-filled waters of Antarctica to the bone-dry deserts of Argentina, Cruz Coronado is scrambling to complete the last piece of the cipher. With Nebula agents and the elusive explorer spy still out there, his opportunity to recover his mother's world-changing formula is slipping away. But as Cruz has learned from his time aboard Orion, true explorers must never give up. Even after completing dozens of high-risk missions and traveling to all seven continents, Cruz could never prepare himself for one ultimate surprise.LSC
Subjects: Mystery fiction.; Adventure fiction.; Code and cipher stories.; Explorers; Voyages and travels; Boarding schools; Research vessels;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Teen Titans go! [videorecording] / by Cipes, Greg,voice actor.; Menville, Scott,voice actor.; Payton, Khary,voice actor.; Strong, Tara,1973-voice actor.; Walch, Hynden,voice actor.; Cartoon Network (Television network),production company,broadcaster.; Warner Bros. Entertainment,production company.; Warner Home Video (Firm),distributor.;
Voices of Scott Menville, Hynden Walch, Khary Payton, Greg Cipes, Tara Strong.Valentine's Day. A time for love poems, love songs, love notes ... even love pizza! Robin, Starfire, Raven, Beast Boy and Cyborg make a lover's leap into the festivities with awkward moments, jealous monsters, dating exes and devastating revenge.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Children's television programs.; Animated television programs.; Superheroes; Teen Titans (Fictitious characters); Teenagers; Valentine's Day; Valentines;
For private home use only.
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The Baltic prize / by Stockwin, Julian,author.;
1808. Parted from his new bride, Captain Sir Thomas Kydd is called away to join the Northern Expedition to Sweden, now Britain's only ally in the Baltic. Following the sudden declaration of war by Russia and with the consequent threat of the czar's great fleet in St Petersburg, the expedition must defend Britain's dearly-won freedom in those waters. However Kydd finds his popular fame as a frigate captain is a poisoned chalice; in the face of jealousy and envy from his fellow captains, the distrust of the commander-in-chief and the betrayal of friendship by a former brother-in-arms now made his subordinate, can he redeem his reputation?
Subjects: Sea fiction.; Historical fiction.; Kydd, Thomas (Fictitious character); Seafaring life; Ocean travel; Ships; Sailors;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Thornhedge / by Kingfisher, T.,author.;
"There's a princess trapped in a tower. This isn't her story. Meet Toadling. On the day of her birth, she was stolen from her family by the fairies, but she grew up safe and loved in the warm waters of faerieland. Once an adult though, the fae ask a favor of Toadling: return to the human world and offer a blessing of protection to a newborn child. Simple, right? But nothing with fairies is ever simple. Centuries later, a knight approaches a towering wall of brambles, where the thorns are as thick as your arm and as sharp as swords. He's heard there's a curse here that needs breaking, but it's a curse Toadling will do anything to uphold ... "--
Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; Novels.; Blessing and cursing; Fairies; Knights and knighthood; Princesses;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The obesity code cookbook : recipes to help you manage your insulin, lose weight, and improve your health / by Fung, Jason,author.;
Dr. Jason Fung has inspired thousands of people around the world to transform their diets with his groundbreaking book The Obesity Code. Now, The Obesity Code Cookbook makes it even easier to follow Dr. Fung's weight-loss advice. Mouth-watering recipes-from slow-roasted pork shoulder to chia pudding and almond cake-showcase healthy fats, nutrient-dense foods, and low or no carbs. The Obesity Code Cookbook is an indispensable tool for home cooks looking to lower insulin, lose weight, manage diabetes, or simply lead a healthy, longer life. -- from Amazon.
Subjects: Cookbooks.; Recipes.; Diabetes; Low-carbohydrate diet; Reducing diets;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Sky Wolf's call : the gift of Indigenous knowledge / by Yellowhorn, Eldon,1956-; Lowinger, Kathy.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Sky Wolf's call : the gift of indigenous knowledge -- Water knowledge ways -- Fire and smoke knowledge -- Indigenous knowledge and food security -- Healing knowledge ways -- Sky knowledge -- Keeping the knowledge -- Sky Wolf's call.Learns about Indigenous knowledge that comes from centuries of practices, experiences, and ideas gathered by people who have a long history with the natural world and live in harmony with one another.LSC
Subjects: Ethnoscience; Ethnoscience; Indigenous peoples; Indigenous peoples;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Not another jungle : comprehensive care for extraordinary houseplants / by Le-Britton, Tony,author.; Ingram, Jason(Photographer),photographer.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Obsessed with houseplants? You've come to the right place. This isn't any ordinary houseplant book. In fact, there is nothing ordinary about these extraordinary plants. From growing his own collection, Tony Le-Britton of Not Another Jungle, shows you how to grow and care for the world's most sought after plants. Detailed chapters on light, water, humidity, fertilizer, variegation, propagation, and pests and diseases have you covered so you can confidently care for all your houseplants. Understanding their natural habitats empowers you to create the optimum environment in your own home so your plants will thrive. Combining detailed care advice and stunning imagery on a wide range of plants, including Monstera and Anthurium, with a special focus on desirable and unusual varieties"--
Subjects: House plants.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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