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Ella A Novel [electronic resource] : by Richards, Diane.aut; cloudLibrary;
In the vein of The Paris Wife and The Personal Librarian comes this debut novel, a magnificent work of “biographical fiction” that reimagines the turbulent and triumphant early years of Ella Fitzgerald, arguably the greatest singer of the twentieth century. When fifteen-year-old Ella Fitzgerald’s mother dies at the height of the Depression in 1932, the teenager goes to work for the mob to support herself and her family. When the law finally catches up, the “ungovernable” adolescent is incarcerated in the New York Training School for Girls in upstate New York—a wicked prison infamous for its harsh treatment of inmates, especially Black ones. Determined to be free, Ella escapes and makes her way back to Harlem, where she is forced to dance for pennies on the street. Looking for a break into show business, Ella draws straws to appear at the Apollo Theater’s Amateur Night on November 21, 1934. Rather than perform a dance routine directly after “The World Famous Edwards Sisters” number, the homeless Ella, wearing men’s galoshes a size too big, risks everything when she decides to sing Judy instead. Four years later, at barely twenty-one, Ella Fitzgerald has become the bestselling female vocalist in America. Diane Richards’ Ella Fitzgerald is inspiring and intriguing—an emotionally rich, psychologically complex character, a flawed mother and wife who struggles with deep emotional scars and trauma and battles racism, sexism, and colorism as she learns to find her voice on the stage. Ella takes us from the brothels, speakeasys, and streets of Depression-era New York City to the grand hotel suites where Ella, now older and wiser, looks back on her life and finally confronts the demons from childhood that torment her. Compelling and rich in historical detail, Ella is a remarkable debut novel about an extraordinary woman.
Subjects: Electronic books.; Contemporary Women; Biographical; Historical; Contemporary Women;
© 2024., HarperCollins,
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Where courage calls : a When Calls the Heart novel / by Oke, Janette,1935-author.; Logan, Laurel Oke.;
"In the early 20th century, new schoolteacher Beth Thatcher is assigned a post in a remote mining community in Western Canada. There her courage--and her heart--will be tested in unexpected ways"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Religious fiction.; Women pioneers;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Beautiful Nights [text (large print)] : A Novel. by George, Nina.;
In 'Beautiful Nights', Claire's son decides to bring his new girlfriend Julie along on the family's annual holiday to the Brittany coast. What Julie and Claire dont realize is that they share a secret - theyve met before, in a compromising moment whose implications will colour their relationship from the moment its revealed. And under the blazing Brittany sun, they will ignite and never be the same again.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: Romance fiction.; FICTION / Literary; FICTION / Psychological; FICTION / Women;
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Beautiful Nights : A Novel. by George, Nina.;
In 'Beautiful Nights', Claire's son decides to bring his new girlfriend Julie along on the family's annual holiday to the Brittany coast. What Julie and Claire dont realize is that they share a secret - theyve met before, in a compromising moment whose implications will colour their relationship from the moment its revealed. And under the blazing Brittany sun, they will ignite and never be the same again. Goodreads Marketing Campaign. Book Club.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: FICTION / Literary; FICTION / Psychological; FICTION / Women;
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Celtic Life International
Mode of access: Internet.
Subjects: For Men; Travel & Culture; For Women;
© , Dara Knot Inc.
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Funny girl / by Hornby, Nick.;
Includes bibliographical references."From the bestselling author of High Fidelity, About a Boy, and A Long Way Down comes a highly anticipated new novel. Set in 1960's London, Funny Girl is a lively account of the adventures of the intrepid young Sophie Straw as she navigates her transformation from provincial ingenue to television starlet amid a constellation of delightful characters. Insightful and humorous, Nick Hornby's latest does what he does best: endears us to a cast of characters who are funny if flawed, and forces us to examine ourselves in the process."--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Humorous stories.; Women comedians;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Too far / by Day, Sylvia,author.;
Lily Black was presumed dead for years. Now she's returned to the unquestioning arms of her loving husband, Kane. Where she's been is a mystery, but the deadly danger she's brought with her is manifest to all. Aliyah, Kane's mother, has worked hard to position herself in power. No one escapes her bitter ambition, not her children and certainly not a woman who may not be who she claims. Amy, Kane's sister-in-law, has been a pawn throughout the dangerous games the family plays. She's beginning to grasp the rules, though, and won't stop until all the pieces on the board have toppled.
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Novels.; Families; Secrecy; Women;
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Yoga for busy moms. [videorecording] : how to release emotional & physical tension / by Taylor, Livia,host.; TMW Media Group,publisher.;
Livia Taylor.Yoga is the perfect way to improve overall health, de-stress, gain a better ability to focus, and find a truly enjoyable fitness routine. Designed for both the beginner and experienced practitioner this lesson is intended to give busy moms a chance to slow down and focus on a mind-body connection that they may otherwise neglect with the demands of day to day life.E.DVD.
Subjects: Instructional films.; Nonfiction films.; Exercise for women.; Hatha yoga.; Yoga.;
For private home use only.
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Most wanted / by Scottoline, Lisa,author.;
"Lisa Scottoline delivers another searing, powerful blockbuster novel that explores hot-button issues within the framework of an intricately plotted thriller. When a woman and her husband, desperate for a baby, find themselves unable to conceive, they decide to take further steps. Since it is the husband who is infertile, the heroine decides to use a donor. And all seems to be well. Three months pass and she is happily pregnant. But a shocking revelation occurs when she discovers that a man arrested for a series of brutal murders is her donor - the biological father of the child she is carrying. Delving deeper to uncover the truth, the heroine must face her worst fears, and confront a terrifying truth. Most Wanted is sure to be Lisa Scottoline's most discussed, bestselling novel yet"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Suspense fiction.; Mystery fiction.; Murder; Pregnant women;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Murder in red : a novel / by Fletcher, Jessica.; Land, Jon.;
Jessica Fletcher's favorite gin rummy partner, Mimi Van Dorn, checks into the brand-new Clifton Care Partners, a private hospital that's just opened up shop in town, for a simple procedure--one that leads tragically, and inexplicably, to her death. Seeking justice in her inimitable fashion, Jessica decides to pursue her own investigation on the hospital and its shadowy business dealings. On the trail of what initially appears to be medical malpractice, Jessica digs deeper and learns her friend was actually a victim of something far more sinister. Death is bad for business, but murder is even worse, and Jessica will find plenty of both as she races to bring down Clifton Care Partners before someone else flatlines...
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; Fletcher, Jessica; Women novelists;
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