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Two Sides to Every Murder
by Danielle ValentineMost people’s births aren’t immortalized in a police report—but Olivia was born during the infamous Camp Lost Lake murders. Seventeen years later, Olivia’s life looks pretty perfect …until she discovers the man she calls dad is not her biological father. Now she wants answers about her bloodline, and the only place she knows to look is Camp Lost Lake. <P><P> Most people don’t spend their formative years on the run with an alleged murderer—but Reagan did. In the court of public opinion, her mom was found guilty of the deaths at Camp Lost Lake, and both of them have been in hiding ever since. But Reagan believes in her mother’s innocence and is determined to clear her name. <P><P> Luckily for Olivia and Reagan, Camp Lost Lake is finally reopening, providing the perfect opportunity to find answers. But someone else is dead set on keeping the past hidden, even if it means committing murder. <p> <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
Two Strikes (Lorimer Sports Stories)
by Johnny BoatengKaLeah has just moved from Halifax to the small town of Trail, B.C. KaLeah's a natural at baseball, and it's what she loves to do most. But she is excluded and bullied by Nikki and her clique, the popular Valley Girls, because she is black and because she is better at softball than Nikki. She decides she wants to play baseball with the Trail Boys, the best players her age. Except it's an all-boys baseball team. But first KaLeah has to prove herself to the boys and the parents who don't want her to upstage their kids. Distributed in the U.S by Lerner Publishing Group.
Two Summers (Point Ser.)
by Aimee FriedmanFrom New York Times bestselling author Aimee Friedman comes a novel about fate, family secrets, and new love, told in split narrative.ONE SUMMER in the French countryside, among sun-kissed fields of lavender . . . ANOTHER SUMMER in upstate New York, along familiar roads that lead to surprises . . . When Summer Everett makes a split-second decision, her summer divides into two parallel worlds. In one, she travels to France, where she's dreamed of going: a land of chocolate croissants, handsome boys, and art museums. In the other, she remains home, in her ordinary suburb, where she expects her ordinary life to continue - but nothing is as it seems. In both summers, she will fall in love and discover new sides of herself. What may break her, though, is a terrible family secret, one she can't hide from anywhere. In the end, it might just be the truth she needs the most. From New York Times bestselling author Aimee Friedman comes an irresistible, inventive novel that takes readers around the world and back again, and asks us what matters more: the journey or the destination.
Two Truths and a Lie
by April HenryIn this chilling mystery from a New York Times bestselling author, a storm strands a group of teens in a creepy motel—leaving them trapped with a killer. Nell has always wanted to be an actor, but she doubts her ability. As a member of her school&’s theater program, she prefers working backstage. On the way to a contest, an unexpected blizzard strands her acting troupe in a creepy motel. Soon they meet a group of strangers from another high school—including the mysterious and handsome Knox, who insists they play the game Two Truths and a Lie. When it&’s Nell&’s turn, she draws a slip of paper written in unfamiliar handwriting: I like to watch people die. I&’ve lost count of how many people I&’ve killed. Suddenly a night of harmless fun turns into a matter of life and death. As guests go missing, it becomes clear that a murderer is hiding in their midst ready to strike again. In a room full of liars and performers, the truth is never quite what it seems. Nell is going to have to act like her life depends on it—because it does.
Two-way Cut
by Garry Disher'Disher is brilliant.' Sydney Morning HeraldLeah Flood is on the run. The cops are after her and she has to keep one step ahead. The irony is that Leah is a cop too. But she?s a cop who made a mistake. Leah knows she?s in the right, but that doesn?t seem to matter to the guys who are chasing her. Then somewhere along a lonely road in the middle of nowhere, Leah meets Tess, who is also on the run. Soon the two young women are being tracked by a ruthless killer.But who is the intended target?And why?An edgy thriller that goes on the road, into the unexpected, from bestselling author Garry Disher.
Two-Year Colleges 2012
by Peterson'SPeterson's Two-Year Colleges 2012 includes information on more than 1,800 accredited two-year undergraduate institutions in the United States and Canada, as well as some international schools. It also includes detailed two-page descriptions written by admissions personnel. Inside you'll also find: Detailed information on campus setting, enrollment, majors, expenses, student-faculty ratio, application deadline, and contact information. Helpful articles on what you need to know about two-year colleges: advice for adult students on transferring and returning to school ; how to survive standardized tests; what international students need to know about admission to U.S. colleges; how to manage paying for college; and interesting "green" programs at two-year colleges State-by-state summary table allows comparison of institutions by a variety of characteristics, including enrollment, application requirements, types of financial aid available, and numbers of sports and majors offered Informative data profiles for more than 1,800 institutions, listed alphabetically by state (and followed by other countries) with facts and figures on majors, academic programs, student life, standardized tests, financial aid, and applying and contact information Indexes offering valuable information on associate degree programs at two-year colleges and four-year colleges-easy to search alphabetically
Tying the Knot: A World History of Marriage
by Amber J. KeyserFor thousands of years, marriage was a business transaction between two families. Fathers chose husbands for their daughters to build power, wealth, and social status. Rules about acceptable spouses were strict. Interfaith and interracial marriages were often forbidden. Over the centuries, laws and traditions governing marriage have changed dramatically. In the United States, interfaith and interracial marriages are common. Same-sex marriages are legal there and in many nations. In some places, however, centuries-old customs are still firmly in place. Modern matrimony has its ugly sides, such as rape, forced marriages, and bitter divorces. Learn about the good and the bad, with people from around the world discussing the complexities and the joys of marriage.
The Tyrants Tomb (Trials of Apollo #4)
by Rick RiordanIt's not easy being Apollo, especially when you've been turned into a human and banished from Olympus. On his path to restoring five ancient oracles and reclaiming his godly powers, Apollo (aka Lester Papadopoulos) has faced both triumphs and tragedies. Now his journey takes him to Camp Jupiter in the San Francisco Bay Area, where the Roman demigods are preparing for a desperate last stand against the evil Triumvirate of Roman emperors. Hazel, Reyna, Frank, Tyson, Ella, and many other old friends will need Apollo's aid to survive the onslaught. Unfortunately, the answer to their salvation lies in the forgotten tomb of a Roman ruler . . . someone even worse than the emperors Apollo has already faced.
U.S. Ghost Army: The Master Illusionists Of World War Ii (Amazing World War Ii Stories Ser.)
by Nel YomtovWhen you need to mislead the enemy, who are you going to call? The Ghost Army of course! During World War II this top secret group of artists and special effects experts worked to deceive German forces on the front lines. Using fake combat vehicles and artillery, dummies dressed as soldiers, and broadcasting the sounds of troops and equipment, the Ghost Army often tricked the Germans into believing U.S. forces were about to attack in one place while the real troops moved against another target. Learn all about these master illustionists' efforts to trick the Nazis and help win the war.
U.S. History: American Stories, Survey
by Fredrik Hiebert Peggy Altoff Fritz FischerNIMAC-sourced textbook
U.S. History: American Stories, Beginnings to World War I
by Fredrik Hiebert Peggy Altoff Fritz FischerNIMAC-sourced textbook
U.S. History and Government Tutor (High School Tutors Study Guides)
by Editors of REA Gary LandHelp for high school studies is here with REA's High School Tutor series! Each High School Tutor book makes it easy to learn difficult subjects. The High School Tutor for U.S. History and Government covers every American history and government topic taught in classrooms today including Pre-Colonization to modern America, the branches of the federal government, Supreme Court decisions, and more. In easy-to-follow, student-friendly language, students are tutored intelligently about U.S. history & government making the subject easy to learn, easy to understand, and easy to study. DETAILS - An essential companion to any high school textbook - Superb study guide for quizzes, tests and exams - An excellent aid when working on homework - Helps students grasp and understand U.S. History and Government more fully - Indexed for easy topic searches
U.S. History Detective Book 2: Late 1800's to the 21st Century
by Steve GreifU.S. History Detective(R) can be used as a stand-alone textbook, a resource of supplemental activities to enrich another textbook, or as a review course for older students. he vocabulary and content skills are based on common state social studies standards for Grade 8. What makes U.S. History Detective(R) different from other American history books is the integration of critical thinking into the content lessons. The questions in this book require deeper analysis and frequently ask for supporting evidence from the lesson. This in-depth analysis produces greater understanding, which results in better grades and higher test scores. Over time, students who practice critical thinking learn to apply it throughout their education and lives. This book also develops reading comprehension and writing skills, and challenges students to learn new vocabulary. <P><P>U.S. History Detective(R) Book 2 focuses on the late 1800s to the 21st century. This textbook has both primary and secondary source information. Each lesson provides a passage students must read, followed by a series of questions. Questions are multiple choice, short answer, or short essay questions. Students are frequently asked to identify sentence evidence from the lesson that best supports the answer. Sample answers are provided which identify key points for the essays. In addition there are section review activities and some bonus activities. <P><P> In this book, students will: <li>Supply supporting evidence for many of their answers <li>Supply essay evidence to support their conclusions by drawing on specific information from the lesson <li> Draw inferences and conclusions based on their evaluation of the evidence <li> Distinguish between facts and opinions <li> Analyze historical chronology to see history as a series of interrelated events <li>Acquire new vocabulary <li> Learn to interpret and draw information from geographical maps, political cartoons, and charts
UFO Landing: Was a Crash Covered Up? (X Books)
by P. A. PeterkinDo UFOs exist? Was there a cover up? Discover these questions and more! High-interest topics, real stories, engaging design and astonishing photos are the building blocks of the XBooks, a new series of books designed to engage and motivate reluctant and enthusiastic readers alike. With topics based in science, history, and social studies, these action-packed books will help students unlock the power and pleasure of reading... and always ask for more! Unearthly remains recovered in Roswell! A rancher in New Mexico stumbles on something strange. It's like nothing else on Earth. The U.S. Army says...
Uglies: Uglies; Pretties; Specials; Extras (Uglies #1)
by Scott WesterfeldNow a major motion picture streaming on Netflix! The first installment of Scott Westerfeld&’s New York Times bestselling and award-winning Uglies series—a global phenomenon that started the dystopian trend.Tally is about to turn sixteen, and she can&’t wait. In just a few weeks she&’ll have the operation that will turn her from a repellent ugly into a stunningly attractive pretty. And as a pretty, she&’ll be catapulted into a high-tech paradise where her only job is to have fun. But Tally&’s new friend Shay isn&’t sure she wants to become a pretty. When Shay runs away, Tally learns about a whole new side of the pretty world—and it isn&’t very pretty. The authorities offer Tally a choice: find her friend and turn her in, or never turn pretty at all. Tally&’s choice will change her world forever.
Uglies: NOW A NO.1 FILM ON NETFLIX (Uglies #Bk. 1)
by Scott WesterfeldNOW A NO.1 FILM ON NETFLIXThe first book in Scott Westerfeld's international bestselling Uglies series - over six million copies of the series have been sold worldwide! In Tally Youngblood&’s world, looks matter. At sixteen everyone undergoes a transformation from &“Ugly&” to &“Pretty&” and is catapulted into a high-tech paradise where the only thing that matters is having a great time and you never have to worry or think for yourself. Tally can&’t wait. But then, with just weeks to go to Tally&’s birthday, her friend Shay runs away and the ugly truth about the world of the Pretties starts to reveal itself. What if the beauty of the Pretties utopia really is just skin deep?&‘Fast paced, exciting and thought-provoking.&’ The Bookseller's Choice &‘Superb sci-fi.&’ Amanda Craig, The Times Supplement &‘Westerfeld introduces thought-provoking issues&’ Publishers Weekly&‘The longing for fairy-tale beauty has never looked so sinister&’ Amanda Craig, The Times &‘With a beginning and ending that pack hefty punches, this introduction to a dystopic future promises an exciting series.&’ Kirkus *starred review* &‘Naughty children, from Max in Maurice Sendak's Where the Wild Things Are, to Tally in Scott Westerfeld's Uglies trilogy, have the imagination and energy to go beyond convention.&’ The Times &‘This exciting story makes you realise how important it is not to judge people by appearances.&’ Newcastle Upon Tyne Journal &‘This book is a real thrill-ride and the world utterly convincing.&’ Trashionista.com 'Fun, and the many by-the-skin-of-your-teeth escapes and hoverboard chases, plus the non-stop action plotting were enough to catch my attention and have me eagerly wanting more.&’ The Book Smugglers Also by Scott Westerfeld:Pretties Specials Extras
Uglies: Cutters (Uglies Graphic Novels #2)
by Scott Westerfeld Devin GraysonExperience the riveting, dystopian Uglies series seen as never before—through the eyes of Shay, Tally Youngblood&’s closest and bravest friend, who refuses to take anything about society at face value. &“From the moment we are born, we are considered threats in need of &‘special&’ management. We are watched and shaped and exploited by a force most of us never see. . . . All to keep us safe. . . . Do you feel safe?! Or do you feel like you&’re in a cage?&”—Shay In Pretties, Tally Youngblood and her daring best friend, Shay, both underwent the operation that turned them from ordinary Uglies into stunning beauties. Now this thrilling new graphic novel reveals Shay&’s perspective on living in New Pretty Town . . . and the way she sees it, there&’s more to this so-called paradise than meets the eye. With the endless parties and custom-made clothes, life as a Pretty should be perfect. Yet Shay doesn&’t feel quite right. She has little to no memory of her past; it&’s as if something in her brain has inexplicably changed. When she reunites with Tally and the Crims—her rebellious group of friends from Uglyville—she begins to recall their last departure to the wild, and the headstrong leader she used to be. And as she remembers the truth about what doomed their escape, Shay decides to fight back—against the status quo, against the mysterious Special Circumstances, even against her own best friend.
Uglies: Shay's Story (Uglies Graphic Novels #1)
by Scott Westerfeld Devin Grayson&“This whole game is just designed to make us hate ourselves.&”—Shay Uglies told Tally Youngblood&’s version of life in Uglyville and the budding rebellion against the Specials. Now comes an exciting graphic novel revealing new adventures in the Uglies world—as seen through the eyes of Shay, Tally&’s rebellious best friend who&’s not afraid to break the rules, no matter the cost. A few months shy of her sixteenth birthday, Shay eagerly awaits her turn to become a Pretty—a rite-of-passage operation called &“the Surge&” that transforms ordinary Uglies into paragons of beauty. Yet after befriending the Crims, a group of fellow teens who refuse to take anything in society at face value, Shay starts to question the whole concept. And as the Crims explore beyond the monitored borders of Uglyville into the forbidden, ungoverned wild, Shay must choose between the perks of being Pretty and the rewards of being real.
Ugly Kicks (Lorimer Sports Stories)
by Kelsey BlairAshley Rivera's single mom can't afford to buy her new basketball shoes—she doesn't even have enough for the registration fee when Ashley makes the city basketball team. So Ashley takes on extra work to make the money she needs to play basketball. Soon Ashley's overloaded schedule makes her too tired for school and her friends, and she can't take it when the popular girl on her team suddenly starts teasing her about her ragged sneakers. Does Ashley even want to keep playing? With the help of friends old and new, and with surprising support from her brother, Ashley figures out how to afford the price of play. Distributed in the U.S by Lerner Publishing Group.
The Ultimate Biography of Earth: From the Big Bang to Today!
by Nick LundThe story of planet Earth, its history and how and why it changes over time, for kids 10 and up. Here's Earth's "biography" through the eras, eons, and ages, including extinction events (sorry, dinosaurs!) and introduction of new species (hello, humans!), told in biography form, with lots of humor, illustrations, and facts.
Ultimate Cars: Mercedes Benz
by Jill C. WheelerEver wondered about the Mercedes Benz cars...this book has something for you then.
The Ultimate Guide to Pro Basketball Teams (Sports Illustrated Kids Ultimate Pro Guides)
by Nate LeBoutillierThe sound of a basketball going through the net has echoed through professional arenas since 1946. Since then, each team has had its share of amazing players, top coaches, and exciting history. Discover the highlights about all of the basketball teams in pro basketball.
Ultimatum
by K. M. WaltonFrom the author of Cracked and Empty comes a gripping, emotional story of two brothers who must make the ultimate decision about what's more important: family or their differences.It's not Oscar's fault he's misunderstood. Ever since his mother died, he's been disrespected by his father and bullied by his self-absorbed older brother, so he withdraws from his fractured family, seeking refuge in his art.Vance wishes his younger brother would just loosen up and be cool. It was hard enough to deal with their mother's death without Oscar getting all emotional. At least when Vance pushes himself in lacrosse and parties, he feels alive.But when their father's alcoholism sends him into liver failure, the two brothers must come face-to-face with their demons--and each other--if they are going to survive a very uncertain future.
Ultralongevity: The Seven-Step Program for a Younger, Healthier You (Thorndike Health, Home And Learning Ser.)
by Mark LiponisMedical director of the world-famous Canyon Ranch Health Resorts, Dr. Mark Liponis presents his extraordinary new idea: that aging and aging-related diseases--including heart disease, cancer, and diabetes--are autoimmune problems, and that a well-managed immune system is the key to healthy aging. Cutting-edge research makes UltraLongevity the first and only book to explore aging within the context of the immune system, and it will change the way we look at health forever. Starting with a quiz--"How Fast Are You Aging?"--Liponis explains the new science, lays out an accessible and proven 7-step program with an 8-day meal plan, and motivates readers to put the program into practice so that they can keep their minds sharp, become more physically fit, be more resistant to infections and disease, and feel and stay younger than they ever imagined. Through the UltraLongevity program, Liponis promises more than a long life; he promises a long, healthy life.