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A Woman's Place
by Danielle Steel
A bold young woman defies society's expectations in the early 1900s to love and lead in this gripping novel by #1 New York Times bestselling author Danielle Steel. In April 1912, twenty-three-year-old Lady Victoria Oldbrooke is traveling with her beloved father from England on the maiden voyage of the Titanic. But when the ship strikes an iceberg and lifeboats are lowered with women and children first, Lord Alfred gives his place to another, and they are separated. Before he goes down with the ship, he asks his friend Bert Banning, a mill owner from Manchester, to promise he'll marry his daughter and care for her. Devastated by the loss of Lord Alfred, Victoria and Bert take comfort in their growing friendship. Bert accepts his role as her guardian but, as friendship turns to deeper feelings, hesitates to propose. Not only is he forty years her senior, but her marrying an industrialist will cause Victoria to be ostracized by the aristocratic world she comes from. But she marries Bert and--cruelly shunned by everyone she knows, even family friends--moves to his home in Manchester. Isolated from her familiar universe and peers, she becomes fascinated by Bert's business and learns all she can about it. When he meets a tragic end, she steps into his shoes and applies everything she has learned, in spite of opposition from all sides. Taking on the risks, the hard decisions, and the responsibilities, Victoria has the sheer grit that it takes to make a difference in a man's world and change the limitations women have had to face and defy for centuries. A stirring portrait of a strong woman who carves out her own place against all odds, this is a novel that will linger long after the final page is turned.
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The Chambermaid's Key
by Genevieve Graham
From #1 bestselling author Genevieve Graham, the reigning queen of Canadian historical fiction (Kristen Harmel, #1 New York Times bestselling author) comes a dazzling novel set at an elegant hotel in Toronto in 1929 about a young chambermaid, a handsome waiter, and a murder that will reverberate for a century. Welcome to the Dominion, where secrets lurk behind every locked door. 1929: Rosie Ryan wants nothing more than to escape the poverty of The Ward, Toronto's roughest neighbourhood, and become a chambermaid at the brand-new Dominion Hotel. Until she meets Damien, that is--a charming and ambitious waiter who promises her a better life--and adds him to the top of her list. The Dominion offers her a chance to do well, but behind the gleaming chandeliers and polished marble lurk dangerous secrets involving its most notorious guest, a wealthy gangster who's about to profit from The Crash that will decimate the economy. When a friend is murdered, Rosie finds herself tangled in a web of betrayal--one that just might cost her everything. Present Day: City building Inspector Bridget Kelly is assigned to scrutinize the recent renovations at the elegant old Dominion Hotel, a task she relishes as a lover of history and architecture, and that gets even better once she starts working with a brilliant and fascinating archivist. But when a routine inspection uncovers mysterious boxes, locked doors, and secret corridors, bringing to light a long-buried clue to a decades-old murder, her inspection is thwarted, and threats rise round her on every side. Bridget soon realizes someone doesn't want the truth to surface--and they'll do anything to keep it buried. Spanning nearly a century, The Chambermaid's Key is a gripping dual-timeline novel about ambition, betrayal, and the secrets that bind us across generations.
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Bumblebee Season
by Eileen Garvin
From Eileen Garvin, nationally bestselling author of The Music of Bees and Crow Talk, a heartwarming new story that returns to the vibrant world of beekeeping-- Provided by publisher.
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Last One Out
by Jane Harper
From the New York Times bestselling author of Exiles and The Dry comes a captivating new novel set in a modern ghost town. Carralon Ridge, a once vibrant village in rural New South Wales, has become a shell of itself, its houses and buildings bought up and left to rot by the mining company operating at its borders. A decade into its slow death, surrounded by industrial noise and swathed in thick layers of dust, the skeletal town is all but abandoned, with just a handful of residents clinging onto what remains. After years of scorning those who left the Ridge behind as it fell into ruin, Ro never imagined she'd become one of them. But everything changed when she lost her son. Five years ago, Sam vanished while visiting during a break from college, leaving behind a rental car with his belongings inside. Sam had loved Carralon Ridge, and had been working on an oral history of the town to preserve its legacy before it vanished altogether. It wasn't long after his disappearance that the rest of the family began to crumble away too. But when Ro returns to Carralon Ridge to be with her husband and daughter on the anniversary of Sam's disappearance, she begins to suspect that something important was overlooked in his case. Because while nothing can stop Carralon Ridge from dying, someone seems to want to make sure that its secrets die with it.
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Release Me
by Tahereh Mafi
The searing second volume in a new series set in the #1 global bestselling Shatter Me universe ten years after the fall of The Reestablishment. Rosabelle Wolff had a plan. Now she wants revenge. To save her sister she needs to get back home and destroy the system that created her. Rosabelle's greatest strength is her ability to deaden her mind and body; it's the only way to survive the surveillance state of Ark Island. But lately her heart has been beating harder; her thoughts are spiraling; her defenses are coming undone. And there's only one person to blame.James Anderson had a plan. Now he has nothing but problems. Rosabelle might be the ally they need in a fight against The Reestablishment, but no one wants to trust an enemy assassin. It doesn't help that Rosabelle's not much of a talker, doesn't work well in groups, and kills people on instinct. Taking her side has cost James nearly everything--but keeping her alive might help save his world.If only he could convince his older brother.Aaron Warner Anderson has a headache. Something dark is coming, and Rosabelle's arrival is just a prelude. In her, he sees shades of himself he can't trust, and worse: he can no longer get a read on the girl. She's a dead battery, emanating no emotional feedback. At least not until James walks into a room...Volcanic tension, breathless reveals, breakneck action--and a dystopian world that never stops raising the stakes: Welcome back to The New Republic.
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The Brink of Something Beautiful
by Bobbi French
For readers of Miriam Toews and Claire Keegan, an immersive and deeply poignant new novel set on the Rock about female friendship and found family Ruby Nolan is a new widow. Hidden in her grief and guilt for her husband, Joe, is a sense that she is free from a marriage she never wanted. But how can she possibly begin again? An encounter with Maxine, a pregnant teen who reminds Ruby of her own sorry past, and a shocking revelation from her mother, Vera, send Ruby on a collision course with old truths and regrets and on a mission to help Maxine whether she wants it or not. While a friend warns Ruby that you can't help anyone until you help yourself, it's a lesson Ruby has to learn the hard way if she's going to find any real peace.Set over the course of one winter in 1990s St. John's and infused with the rich culture and characters of the Rock, The Brink of Something Beautiful is the life-affirming, ultimately hopeful story about how women lift each other up and figure themselves out.
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All at Sea Pb: A Death on the Ocean, a Secret Below Deck... by Jonathan Whitelaw A murder at sea, a killer below deck? BELOW DECK meets KNIVES OUT in this breathless voyage into murder and mayhem on the high seas… Howie Temple is down on his luck and desperate for cash. Once an action movie star, he now lives off a crumbling reputation. On his way to film a new reality TV show, which casts a team of c-list celebrities as crew aboard a luxury yacht, he meets fellow contestant, influencer-of-the-moment Cassandra Troy. The duo take an immediate dislike to each other. After a hectic first day of filming, the pair are shocked discover that the captain of the ship has been murdered – locked in his control room, slumped over the wheel, a knife in his back. Convinced by the show’s ever-opportunistic director to keep the cameras rolling, the pair team-up to hunt the murderer. Will the show make Howie and Cassandra bigger stars than they could ever dream of? And can they crack the case before the killer strikes again, or will they go down with this sinking ship?
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King of Gluttony
by Ana Huang
The sixth book in the deliciously steamy Kings of Sin series from #1 New York Times bestselling author Ana Huang, where bad boy billionaires must atone for their sins in order to earn their love stories.She's his greatest rival...and his greatest weakness.Handsome, talented, and beloved by (almost) everyone, Sebastian Laurent is used to being on top. The heir to a culinary empire, his sharp instincts and effortless charm have made him a legend.What people don't see are the demons lurking beneath his golden-boy facade. There's only one person who's come close to knowing the real him--Maya Singh, his childhood rival and secret obsession.She's also the only one who's ever successfully challenged him. He can't stand her, but if that's true...why can't he stop thinking about her?***Smart, witty, and competitive to a fault, top marketing executive Maya Singh is used to winning--unless her opponent is Sebastian. It's something that's infuriated and motivated her her entire life.So when a series of unfortunate events forces her to work with her sworn enemy, she's determined to one-up him and show the world who's the best once and for all.What she didn't count on? Not hating their time together. To her horror, she might even...like it.There may be a thin line between love and hate, but that's one line she'll never cross. Not with him. Not ever.
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Miffy's First Words
by Dick Bruna
Step into Miffy's gentle world of discovery with Miffy's First Words, a charming introduction to everyday objects, places, and experiences designed especially for little learners. Featuring the beloved artwork of Dick Bruna, this engaging board book invites babies and toddlers to explore language through simple, meaningful moments that spark curiosity and connection.This interactive toddler book combines sturdy construction with playful die-cut pages featuring grooved details that add texture and dimension, encouraging hands-on exploration through touch and discovery. Designed with little hands in mind, this durable book is ideal for repeated reading and independent play. Whether shared during storytime or explored solo, Miffy's First Words offers a calm, enriching experience rooted in timeless storytelling.Look for other Miffy books from Cottage Door Press, including Colors with Miffy, What Does Miffy See and Miffy's Little Learner Library.Miffy is a timeless character who captures the wonder of childhood through sweet, calming stories that inspire curiosity, kindness, and creativity. Created by Dutch artist Dick Bruna in 1955, Miffy's clean, minimalist artwork and relatable adventures have touched generations of readers. Rooted in simplicity and universal values, Miffy's gentle world offers a refreshing escape in today's busy world--inviting little ones to explore, imagine, and grow with every page.First Words Made Fun: Introduces fun vocabulary through familiar scenes and objects, making this one of the most engaging Miffy Books for early language development Engaging Touch and Feel Design: Grooved die cut elements add texture and dimension to every page, creating an interactive sensory experience that invites little ones to touch, explore, and discover alongside Miffy. Perfect for Little Learners: Sized for small hands with thick, sturdy board pages, this book supports independent exploration for every Miffy baby and growing reader. Timeless Miffy Charm: Features Dick Bruna's classic illustrations and gentle storytelling that resonate with every Miffy toddler and caregiver alike. Durable and Giftable: Built to last through repeated reading, this board book makes a thoughtful gift for birthdays, baby showers, and everyday milestones.
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Cranky Versus the Cat
by Phuc Tran
Tran's Cranky & Friends series is perfect for readers who love construction equipment like cranes, dump trucks, and cement trucks]. --School Library JournalThe first Level 2 I Can Read in the Indie Bestselling Cranky & Friends series by Phuc Tran and #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Pete Oswald There's trouble at Sandbox Hills A cat is causing mayhem as Cranky and the crew are building a new playground, and Cranky is feeling, well, cranky. Will an unexpected new friendship help Cranky cool down and get back to work?Find out in this Level 2 I Can Read book featuring an engaging story, longer sentences, and language play perfect for developing readers.For more fun with Cranky and Friends, don't miss: CrankyCranky Makes a Friend
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