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1) Empty eyes
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There's something odd about the attendants at the Painted Desert Resort. Brad can't shake the feeling that they never stop watching him.
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A prize of 100,000 guilders awaits the gardener who can produce a black tulip, a rich reward that incites a bitter competition in 17th-century Holland. Cornelius von Baerle, a gifted and passionate florist, has dedicated himself to cultivating the elusive flower. But a ruthless rival, capitalizing on accusations that led to the assassination of Cornelius's godfather, falsely accuses the young horticulturist of treason. Sentenced to life imprisonment,...
3) The ritual
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An ambitious young reporter vows to uncover the truth about the football team's secret initiation ceremony.
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The story of a family in the making and the wondrously neurotic dog who taught them what really matters in life. Is it possible for humans to discover the key to happiness through a bigger-than-life, bad-boy dog? Just ask the Grogans.--From publisher description.
10) Hatchet
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After a plane crash, thirteen-year-old Brian spends fifty-four days in the Canadian wilderness, learning to survive with only the aid of a hatchet given him by his mother, and learning also to survive his parents' divorce. Includes an introduction and sidebar commentary by the author.
11) Drones
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Explains what a drone aircraft is and the different ways they can be used.
12) Never going back
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"In the work of crime fiction, retired thief Ali is forced to do one more job for her old boss to protect her younger brother and the family business."--
13) No way to run
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A jewelry store robber's life is changed after he meets a disabled young woman who witnessed his crime.
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Charlie D is the host of a successful late-night radio call-in show. His listeners have a particularly intimate relationship with him and often reveal much about themselves, confident that he will honor their trust and that he can save them. But someone is killing some of Charlie D's favorite listeners.
16) Muhammad Ali
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Muhammad Ali is specifically written to meet the needs of adolescents and adults who are reluctant readers. The photographs, maps, and illustrations reflect the text, making the words easy to decode. This high-interest, low-vocabulary biography is ideal for English as a Second Language or adult basic education students. Muhammad Ali (1942-2016) brought unprecedented speed and grace to the sport of boxing. The phrase "floats like a butterfly and stings...
17) Basic English
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Learn how to read and speak English with this easy-to-use workbook. Dozens of manageable, bite-sized lessons take you through the basics of the English language. Three-page units cover each subject, which can be completed in just 20 minutes. Each lesson covers a single grammar concept and is supported by many clear examples. The book includes tons of exercises help you practice your new language skills. Plus, you'll also have access to streaming audio...
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Charles Lindbergh (1902-1974) is specifically written to meet the needs of adolescents and adults who are reluctant readers. The photographs, maps, and illustrations reflect the text, making the words easy to decode. This high-interest, low-vocabulary biography is ideal for English as a Second Language or adult basic education students. Charles Lindbergh, an American aviator, made the first solo nonstop flight across the Atlantic Ocean on May 20-21,...
20) Mahatma Gandhi
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Mahatma Gandhi is specifically written to meet the needs of adolescents and adults who are reluctant readers. The photographs, maps, and illustrations reflect the text, making the words easy to decode. This high-interest, low-vocabulary biography is ideal for English as a Second Language or adult basic education students. Gandhi (1869-1948) became one of the most respected political and spiritual leaders of the 1900s. He lived a spiritual and simple...
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