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A Gamble at Sunset [electronic resource] : by Riley, Vanessa.aut; cloudLibrary;
Award-winning author Vanessa Riley turns all convention on its head for the first in an enchanting, dazzlingly diverse new Regency romance trilogy featuring a duke, three sisters, and a tantalizing bet with a most desirable reward... “The perfect historical read.”   —Julia Quinn, #1 New York Times bestselling author When a duke discovers the woman he loves was tricked into marrying another, the master chess player makes the now-widowed Viscountess the highest-stakes wager of his life in a last-ditch effort to win her affection: he will find husbands for her two sisters—or depart forever. Thus begins a sparkling new series from acclaimed author Vanessa Riley. Georgina Wilcox, a wallflower with hidden musical talents, is furious when her reclusive older sister—the recently widowed Viscountess—refuses sorely needed help from the Duke of Torrance, the only gentleman who has shown kindness to the bereft Wilcox sisters. Georgina decides to get back at her sister and shock the Viscountess by kissing the first willing stranger she meets in the enchanting gardens of Anya House. Unfortunately, her sister is not the sole witness. A group of reporters and the ton’s leading gossips catch Georgina in a passionate embrace with a reticent composer, Lord Mark Sebastian. The third son of an influential marquis, the tongue-tied Mark is determined to keep the scandal from ruining Georgina’s reputation and his own prospects of winning the celebrated Harlbert’s Prize for music. Under the guise of private voice lessons, the two embark on a daring gamble to fool the ton into believing that their feigned courtship is honorable while bolstering Georgina’s singing genius to captivate potential suitors. Sexist cartoons, family rivalries, and an upcoming ball test the fake couple’s resolve. Will their sudden fiery collaboration—and growing attraction—prove there’s nothing false about a first kiss and scandalously irresistible temptation?General adult.
Subjects: Electronic books.; African American; Regency; Multicultural & Interracial;
© 2024., Zebra Books,

Splinter & Ash [electronic resource] : by Nijkamp, Marieke.aut; cloudLibrary;
“An essential middle grade fantasy where all readers will find heroes to love and to cheer!” —Alex London, author of Battle Dragons and The Princess Protection Program “Every kid deserves to see themselves as princesses or knights or whatever role they wish to play, and Nijkamp carves out the space for them to do so. Thoughtful, inclusive, and an outright joy, Splinter & Ash shines; a new classic that belongs on the shelves of every fantasy reader.” —Nicole Melleby, author of Hurricane Season and coeditor of This Is Our Rainbow “Splinter & Ash is a rare gem: a shining example of a fantasy novel that will engage readers of any age.” —A. J. Sass, award-winning author of Ellen Outside the Lines and Ana on the Edge New York Times bestselling author Marieke Nijkamp's middle grade prose debut is an immersive medieval fantasy starring queer and disabled young heroes. For two young misfits, a dangerous quest to save their kingdom will also mean saving each other. For fans of B. B. Alston’s Amari and the Night Brothers, Soman Chainani’s School for Good and Evil, and Tamora Pierce’s Tortall books. Ash—or Princess Adelisa—is the youngest child of the queen, recently returned to the city of Kestrel’s Haven after spending six years on the other side of the country. Ash was hoping for a joyous reunion, but the reality is far from it. Her mother is holding the kingdom together by a thread; her brother has only taunts and jibes for her; and court is full of nobles who openly mock and dismiss Ash, who uses a cane and needs braces to strengthen her joints. Splinter is the youngest child of one of Haven’s most prominent families. She’s fierce, determined, and adventurous, and she has her sights set on becoming a knight just like her older brother. Even if everyone says she can’t because she’s not a boy. So what? She’s not a girl, either. A chance encounter throws Ash and Splinter into each other’s orbits and changes the course of the kingdom's history. The princess and her new squire will face bullies, snobs, gossips, and their own disapproving families. But when they uncover a shadowy group of nobles plotting to overthrow the queen, they will show everyone how legends are born. Together. The first in a trilogy, bestselling author Marieke Nijkamp’s medieval fantasy is an action-packed love letter to nonbinary, queer, and disabled kids. Splinter & Ash evokes the classic adventure and atmosphere of fantasies by Lloyd Alexander and Tamora Pierce and the fresh, inclusive lens of writers such as Rick Riordan, Angie Thomas, and Soman Chainani. It invites everyone—no matter who they are or what they look like—to fight for what they believe in.
Subjects: Electronic books.; Royalty; Bullying; Action & Adventure; Fantasy & Magic; Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance; Special Needs; Emotions & Feelings; LGBT; Friendship;
© 2024., HarperCollins,

The art of a lie : a novel / by Shepherd-Robinson, Laura,author.;
Includes bibliographical references."Following the murder of her husband in what looks like a violent street robbery, Hannah Cole is struggling to keep her head above water. A friend of her late husband, Devereux, helps Hannah unravel some of the mysteries surrounding his death. But their friendship opens Hannah to speculation and gossip and draws attention her way, locking her into a battle of wits more devastating than anything she can imagine"--
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Novels.; Businesswomen; Friendship; Husbands; Inheritance and succession; Man-woman relationships; Secrecy; Widows;

The Tenant of Wildfell Hall. by Barker, Mike,film director.; Purefoy, James,actor.; Graves, Rupert,actor.; Badel, Sarah,actor.; Gallagher, Sean,actor.; Fitzgerald, Tara,actor.; Stephens, Toby,actor.; BBC Studios (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
James Purefoy, Rupert Graves, Sarah Badel, Sean Gallagher, Tara Fitzgerald, Toby StephensOriginally produced by BBC Studios in 1996.Powerful, haunting and disturbing, Anne Bronte's classic story is as unforgettable as those of her more famous sisters. In a remote village on the Yorkshire moors, a beautiful widow and her son move into the near-derelict Wildfell Hall. Befriended by a handsome young farmer, she remains mysteriously silent about her past and why she is afraid - until she becomes the focus of malicious village gossip.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; Historical films.;

Gilmore girls. [videorecording]. by Efros, Mel.; Sherman-Palladino, Amy.; Graham, Lauren,1967-; Bledel, Alexis,1982-; McCarthy, Melissa,1969-; Agena, Keiko,1973-; Truesdale, Yanic,1970-; Warner Home Video (Firm);
Lauren Graham, Alexis Bledel, Melissa McCarthy, Keiko Agena, Yanic Truesdale.Lorelai and Rory are a mother and daughter who are sharing life's ups and downs in a small town in Connecticut. This heartfelt, humorous drama appeals to young and old alike with it's blend of traditional family issues and hip attitude.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.DVD, region 1, full screen presentation; Dolby surround stereophonic.
Subjects: Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Television programs.; Mothers and daughters; Friendship;
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The assassination of the archduke : Sarajevo 1914 and the romance that changed the world / by King, Greg,1964-; Woolmans, Sue.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.In the shadow of the throne -- Adventure and illness -- Romance -- "A triumph of love" -- "Don't let her think she's one of us!" -- The swirl of gossip -- Attitudes soften -- "Konopischt was home" -- "Even death will not part us!" -- An emperor in training -- Diplomacy and roses -- "I consider war to be lunacy!" -- The fatal invitation -- The plot -- "I'm beginning to fall in love with Bosnia" -- St. Vitus's day -- "The anguish was indescribable" -- United in death -- Headlong toward oblivion -- Ripples from Sarajevo.
Subjects: Franz Ferdinand, Archduke of Austria, 1863-1914; Sophie, Archduchess of Austria, 1866-1914.; Princes; Princesses; World War, 1914-1918;

Gilmore girls. [videorecording] / by Sherman-Palladino, Amy.; Graham, Laura.; Bledel, Alexis,1982-; McCarthy, Melissa.; Agena, Keiko.; Truesdale, Yanic.; Patterson, Scott.; Weil, Liza.; Padalecki, Jared.; Ventimiglia, Milo.; Bishop, Kelly.; Herrmann, Edward.; Dorothy Parker Drank Here Productions.; Warner Bros. Television.; Warner Home Video (Firm);
Lauren Graham, Alexis Bledel, Melissa McCarthy, Keiko Agena, Yanic Truesdale, Scott Patterson, Liza Weil, Jared Padalecki, Milo Ventimiglia, Kelly Bishop ; special appearance by Edward Herrmann.Lorelai and Rory are a mother and daughter who are sharing life's ups and downs in a small town in Connecticut. This heartfelt, humorous drama appeals to young and old alike with it's blend of traditional family issues and hip attitude.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.DVD, full screen presentation; Dolby digital stereophonic.
Subjects: Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Television programs.; Friendship; Mothers and daughters;
For private home use only.

The secret life of pets [videorecording] / by Bell, Lake,1979-voice actor.; Brooks, Albert,1947-voice actor.; Buress, Hannibal,voice actor.; C. K., Louis,voice actor.; Camil, Jaime,voice actor.; Carvey, Dana,voice actor.; Cheney, Yarrow,film director.; Coogan, Steve,voice actor.; Echeverría, Sandra,1984-voice actor.; Hart, Kevin,1979-voice actor.; Kemper, Ellie,1980-voice actor.; Renaud, Chris,film director.; Slate, Jenny,1982-voice actor.; Stonestreet, Eric,1971-voice actor.; Universal Studios Home Entertainment (Firm),publisher.;
Louis C.K., Eric Stonestreet, Kevin Hart, Jenny Slate, Ellie Kemper, Albert Brooks, Lake Bell, Dana Carvey, Hannibal Buress, Chris Renaud, Steve Coogan, Sandra Echeverria, Jaime Camil.Comedy superstars Louis C.K., Eric Stonestreet, and Kevin Hart make their animated feature-film debut that finally answers the question: what do your pets do when you're not home? When their owners leave for the day, pets from the building gossip with their friends, satisfy their sweet tooths, and throw outrageous parties. But when a pampered terrier (C.K.) and his unruly new "roommate" from the pound (Stonestreet) get lost in the urban jungle of New York City, they must put aside their differences to survive the epic journey back home.MPAA rating: PG.Canadian Home Video Rating: G.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1, 2.0 DVS.
Subjects: Feature films.; Animated films.; Comedy films.; Children's films.; Pets; Cats; Dogs; Birds; Friendship;
For private home use only.

The secret life of pets [videorecording (BLURAY)] / by Bell, Lake,1979-voice actor.; Brooks, Albert,1947-voice actor.; Buress, Hannibal,voice actor.; C. K., Louis,voice actor.; Camil, Jaime,voice actor.; Carvey, Dana,voice actor.; Cheney, Yarrow,film director.; Coogan, Steve,voice actor.; Echeverría, Sandra,1984-voice actor.; Hart, Kevin,1979-voice actor.; Kemper, Ellie,1980-voice actor.; Renaud, Chris,film director.; Slate, Jenny,1982-voice actor.; Stonestreet, Eric,1971-voice actor.; Universal Studios Home Entertainment (Firm),publisher.;
Louis C.K., Eric Stonestreet, Kevin Hart, Jenny Slate, Ellie Kemper, Albert Brooks, Lake Bell, Dana Carvey, Hannibal Buress, Chris Renaud, Steve Coogan, Sandra Echeverria, Jaime Camil.Comedy superstars Louis C.K., Eric Stonestreet, and Kevin Hart make their animated feature-film debut that finally answers the question: what do your pets do when you're not home? When their owners leave for the day, pets from the building gossip with their friends, satisfy their sweet tooths, and throw outrageous parties. But when a pampered terrier (C.K.) and his unruly new "roommate" from the pound (Stonestreet) get lost in the urban jungle of New York City, they must put aside their differences to survive the epic journey back home.MPAA rating: PG.Canadian Home Video Rating: G.Blu-ray disc (requires Blu-ray player for playback) ; anamorphic widescreen format (1.85:1 aspect ratio) ; DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1, DTS-HD Digital surround 5.1, 2.0.
Subjects: Animated films.; Feature films.; Comedy films.; Children's films.; Pets; Cats; Dogs; Birds; Friendship;
For private home use only.

Summer on Blackberry Beach / by Calhoune, Belle.;
"Teacher Stella Marshall's summer break has just began, but the gossip is already sizzling...But there isn't a single thing she can do to stop the rumor mill whispering about her and Luke being together--unless...Luke never thought he'd propose a fake relationship, but it's the only way to stop the runaway speculation about their love lives. Pretending to date a woman as stunning as Stella is easy. Not actually falling for her is the hard part...But there's real attraction buzzing between him and Stella--and he knows she feels it too. Could their faux summer romance lead to true love?"--
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Man-woman relationships; Summer;

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