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The Death of Shame. by Parry, Ambrose.;
PREVIOUS BOOK IN SERIES: VOICES OF THE DEAD, ISBN 9781838855475. Sarah Fisher's inquiries into the disappearance of her relatives' daughter lead her to reforming campaigners trying to publicize the plight of the hundreds of girls ensnared in Edinburghs houses of assignation. Sarah learns how young women are lured, deceived, trafficked and raped, leaving them ruined in the eyes of a society obsessed with moral purity.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; FICTION / Historical; FICTION / Historical / General; FICTION / Mystery & Detective / Historical; FICTION / Thrillers / Historical;

My little pony, friendship is magic. [videorecording] / by Strong, Tara,1973-voice actor.; Ball, Ashleigh,1984-voice actor.; Libman, Andrea,1984-voice actor.; St. Germain, Tabitha,voice actor.; Hasbro Studios,production company.; Shout! Factory Kids (Firm),publisher.;
Voices: Tara Strong, Ashleigh Ball, Tabitha St. Germain, Andrea Libman.Twilight Sparkle is determined to prove that anyone can learn the magic of friendship. So when a reformed Starlight Glimmer wants a fresh start, Twilight is only too happy to take her under her alicorn wing and lend a helping hoof. And though challenges await Starlight as she learns about friendship, Twilight and the rest of the Mane Six will do whatever it takes to ensure Starlight succeeds.G.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Children's television programs.; Animated television programs.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Ponies; Imaginary places; Friendship; My Little Pony (Trademark);
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The house i loved [sound recording] / by Rosnay, Tatiana de,1961-; Reading, Kate.;
Read by Kate Reading.Paris, France: 1860s. Whole neighborhoods reduced to ashes. By order of Emperor Napoleon III, Baron Haussman has set into motion a series of large-scale renovations that will alter the face of Paris, molding it into a 'modern city.' The reforms will erase generations of history - but in the tumult, one woman will take a stand. Rose Bazelet refuses to leave, taking refuge in her basement, where she passes the time by writing letters to her late husband.
Subjects: Domestic fiction.; Historical fiction.; Audiobooks.; City planning; Family secrets; Large type books.; Urban renewal; Widows;
© p2012., Macmillan,

Royal History's Myths and Secrets. by Thompson, Andrew,film director.; Worsley, Lucy,actor.; BBC Studios (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Lucy WorsleyOriginally produced by BBC Studios in 2020.Lucy Worsley investigates the lies told about six of Europe's Royal dynasties. Welcome to a past that's blood-soaked and fiendish, where treachery plays out in beautiful palaces and on nightmarish battlefields. This isn't the polished version of royal history we're used to. Travelling across Europe in search of the truth, Lucy discovers the real - and far from regal - stories of Henry VIII's Reformation, Marie Antoinette's execution, the Russian Revolution, and more.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Balts (Indo-European people).; Foreign study.; History, Modern.; Social sciences.; Documentary films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; Current affairs.; History.; Documentary television programs.; British Isles.;

Girl rebels [graphic novel] : from Greta Thunberg to Malala, five inspirational tales of courage / by Morin, Fabien,1985-author.; Gijé,1988-illustrator.; Bourbon-Crook, Marc,translator.; Burton, Jessica,letterer.; Derain, Julien,1970-author.; Hopman, Laurent,author.; Joret, Jocelyn,illustrator.; Macioci, Vittoria,1991-illustrator.; Titan Comics (Firm),publisher.;
Six girls, five empowering adventures. From climate activism to fighting for education and gun control, each story delves deep into the personal struggles and triumphs of remarkable individuals. Through rich storytelling and stunning visuals, readers will be inspired by the unwavering spirit of Greta Thunberg, Malala Yousafzai, Yusra Mardini, Emma 'X' Gonzalez and the Parkland Kids, and Melati and Isabel Wijsen. Each turn of the page will draw readers into the lives of these young girls, who never intended to become spokespeople or flag-bearers, but have now become inspiring icons and role models for thousands of young people all over the world.
Subjects: Biographical comics.; Nonfiction comics.; Graphic novels.; Personal narratives.; Mardini, Yusra; Thunberg, Greta, 2003-; Wijsen, Isabel, 2002-; Wijsen, Melati, 2000-; Yousafzai, Malala, 1997-; Child environmentalists; Courage; Social justice; Women conservationists; Women environmentalists; Women political activists; Women social reformers;

Assassins anonymous / by Hart, Rob(Fiction writer),author.;
"Mark was the most dangerous killer-for-hire in the world. But after learning the hard way that his life's work made him more monster than man, he left all of that behind, and joined a twelve-step group for reformed killers. When Mark is viciously attacked by an unknown assailant, he is forced on the run. From New York to Singapore to London, he chases after clues while dodging attacks and trying to solve the puzzle of who's after him. All without killing anyone. Or getting killed himself. For an assassin, Mark learns, nonviolence is a real hassle"--
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Novels.; Assassins; Nonviolence;

Fighting with my family [videorecording] / by Frost, Nick,1970-actor.; Headey, Lena,actor.; Johnson, Dwayne,1972-film producer,actor.; Lowden, Jack,1990-actor.; Merchant, Stephen,film director,actor,film producer,screenwriter.; Pugh, Florence,1996-actor.; Vaughn, Vince,actor.; Universal Pictures Home Entertainment (Firm),publisher.;
Dwayne Johnson, Lena Headey, Florence Pugh, Jack Lowden, Vince Vaughn, Nick Frost, Stephen Merchant.A reformed gangster and former wrestler Ricky, his wife Julia, their daughter Saraya and son Zak make a living performing in tiny venues across the country. Ricky and Julia want a better life for their children, and when brother and sister get the chance to audition for WWE, it seems the family dream is coming true, and all their troubles will be solved. However, Saraya and Zak are about to learn that becoming a WWE Superstar demands more than they ever imagined possible as athletes.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1, 2.0 DVS.
Subjects: Comedy films.; Feature films.; Biographical films.; Video recordings for people with visual disabilities.; Bevis, Saraya-Jade; World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.; Families; Brothers and sisters; Women wrestlers;
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Fighting with my family [videorecording] / by Frost, Nick,1970-actor.; Headey, Lena,actor.; Johnson, Dwayne,1972-film producer,actor.; Lowden, Jack,1990-actor.; Merchant, Stephen,film director,actor,film producer,screenwriter.; Pugh, Florence,1996-actor.; Vaughn, Vince,actor.; Universal Pictures Home Entertainment (Firm),publisher.;
Dwayne Johnson, Lena Headey, Florence Pugh, Jack Lowden, Vince Vaughn, Nick Frost, Stephen Merchant.A reformed gangster and former wrestler Ricky, his wife Julia, their daughter Saraya and son Zak make a living performing in tiny venues across the country. Ricky and Julia want a better life for their children, and when brother and sister get the chance to audition for WWE, it seems the family dream is coming true, and all their troubles will be solved. However, Saraya and Zak are about to learn that becoming a WWE Superstar demands more than they ever imagined possible as athletes.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.Blu-ray disc (requires Blu-ray player for playback) ; anamorphic widescreen format (2.40:1 aspect ratio) ; DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1, DTS-HD Digital surround 5.1, Dolby digital 2.0 DVS.
Subjects: Comedy films.; Feature films.; Biographical films.; Video recordings for people with visual disabilities.; Bevis, Saraya-Jade; World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.; Families; Brothers and sisters; Women wrestlers;
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Tokyo revengers. [graphic novel] / by Wakui, Ken,author,illustrator.; Harkins, Robert,letterer.; Latherow, Jessica,translator.; translation of:Wakui, Ken.Tokyo ribenjazu.English.;
The time has come for Takemichi's final showdown--a battle between the reformed Tokyo Manji Gang and Mikey's own ruthless Kanto Manji. As the fighting slowly begins to drift into Mikey's favor, Takemichi is horrified by a sudden vision of the future. Even while his friends fall around him, he's haunted by images of an even worse outcome, unless he grabs hold of fate with his own hands. Just what is behind the "dark impulse" that's taken hold of Mikey, and is there any hope for Takemichi's feelings to break through?Older teen (15+).
Subjects: Action and adventure comics.; Graphic novels.; Manga.; Shōnen manga.; Time-travel comics.; Gangs; Motorcycle gangs; Time travel;

Inside. by Williams, Charles,film director.; Jarvis, Cosmo,actor.; Pearce, Guy,actor.; Miller, Vincent,actor.; Quiver Distribution (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Cosmo Jarvis, Guy Pearce, Vincent MillerOriginally produced by Quiver Distribution in 2024.In an adult prison, Mel grapples with guilt over his childhood crime while writing an atonement letter to his victim. He is celled with notorious inmate Mark Shepard, a now-reformed prisoner. As Mel wrestles with his violent impulses, he becomes embroiled in a plot to murder Shepard, driven by guilt and a contract for the kill. Meanwhile, Warren, another inmate with his own demons, guides Mel’s choices. A complex bond forms between them as they navigate themes of redemption and sacrifice. Ultimately, tragedy unfolds, leading to unexpected revelations and a chance for Mel’s new life.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Motion pictures.; Drama.; Crime.; Motion pictures--Australia.; Prisons.;

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