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Where Sea Meets Sky: A Novel
by Karina HalleFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Love, In English comes a captivating story about finding yourself and finding love in the most beautiful places after a chance encounter leads two people on a life-changing adventure.Joshua Miles has spent his early twenties spinning his wheels. Working dead-end jobs and living at home has left him exhausted and uninspired, with little energy to pursue his passion for graphic art. Until he meets Gemma Henare, a vivacious out-of-towner from New Zealand. What begins as a one-night stand soon becomes a turning point for Josh. He can’t get Gemma out of his head, even after she has left for home, and finds himself throwing caution to the wind for the first time in his life. It’s not long before Josh is headed to New Zealand with only a backpack, some cash, and Gemma’s name to go on. But when he finally tracks her down, he finds his adventure is only just beginning. Equally infatuated, Gemma leads him on a whirlwind tour across the beautiful country, opening Josh up to life, lust, love, and all the messy heartache in between. Because, when love drags you somewhere, it might never let go—even when you know you have to say goodbye.
Leave the Grave Green (Duncan Kincaid/gemma James Novel Ser. #3)
by Deborah CrombieWhen Connor Swann, the dissolute son-in-law of renowned and influential Sir Gerald and Dame Caroline Asherton, is found floating in a Thames River lock, the circumstances eerily recall a strangely similar tragedy. Twenty years ago, the Ashertons' young son, Matthew, a musical prodigy, drowned in a swollen stream while in the company of his sister Julia -- Connor Swann's wife. Police Superintendant Duncan Kincaid and Sergeant Gemma James quickly discover that Connor's death was no accident, and that nothing in the Asherton family is as it seems. Connor, though estranged from Julia for more than a year, still lives in her London apartment, where his exploits with women and gambling suggest plenty of motives. The Ashertons are far more attached to Connor than to their own daughter, and these are only the first of the secrets that haunt the suspects. New lies cover older lies, as Kincaid finds himself dangerously drawn to Julia Swann, and Gemma must confront her own troubling feelings for Kincaid.
Manchild in the Promised Land
by Claude BrownWith more than two million copies in print, Manchild in the Promised Land is one of the most remarkable autobiographies of our time—the definitive account of African-American youth in Harlem of the 1940s and 1950s, and a seminal work of modern literature.Published during a literary era marked by the ascendance of black writers such as Richard Wright, Ralph Ellison, James Baldwin, and Alex Haley, this thinly fictionalized account of Claude Brown&’s childhood as a hardened, streetwise criminal trying to survive the toughest streets of Harlem has been heralded as the definitive account of everyday life for the first generation of African Americans raised in the Northern ghettos of the 1940s and 1950s. When the book was first published in 1965, it was praised for its realistic portrayal of Harlem—the children, young people, hardworking parents; the hustlers, drug dealers, prostitutes, and numbers runners; the police; the violence, sex, and humor. The book continues to resonate generations later, not only because of its fierce and dignified anger, not only because the struggles of urban youth are as deeply felt today as they were in Brown&’s time, but also because of its inspiring message. Now with an introduction by Nathan McCall, here is the story about the one who &“made it,&” the boy who kept landing on his feet and grew up to become a man.
Children of the State: Stories of Survival and Hope in the Juvenile Justice System
by Jeff HobbsFrom the bestselling and critically acclaimed author of The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace comes &“an eye-opening, fully humanizing, deeply affecting look at the often-misunderstood juvenile justice system and its inhabitants—young people of earnestness, disappointment, hope, and resilience&” (Booklist, starred review).For many kids, a mistake made at age thirteen or fourteen—often resulting from external factors coupled with a biologically immature brain—can resonate through the rest of their lives, making high school difficult, college nearly impossible, and a middle-class life a mere fantasy. In Children of the State, Jeff Hobbs challenges any preconceived perceptions about how the juvenile justice system works—and demonstrates in brilliant, piercing prose: No one so young should ever be considered irredeemable. Writing with great heart and sensitivity, Hobbs &“offers finely wrought portraits of the teenagers in juvenile hall, as well as the educators and counselors trying to help them find safe passage back to—and through—the real world&” (Los Angeles Times). While serving a year-long detention in Wilmington, Delaware, a bright young man considers both the benefits and the immense costs of striving for college acceptance while imprisoned. A career juvenile hall English Language Arts teacher struggles to align the small moments of wonder in her work alongside its statistical futility. A territorial fistfight in Paterson, New Jersey, is called a hate crime by the media and the boy held accountable seeks redemption and friendship in a demanding Life & Professional Skills class in lower Manhattan. Through these stories, Hobbs creates intimate portraits of these individuals as they struggle to make good decisions amidst the challenges of overcoming their pasts, and also asks: What should society do with young people who have made terrible mistakes? &“At turns touching and intimate, enraging and honest&” (Matthew Desmond), Children of the State masterfully blends personal stories with larger questions about race, class, prison reform, justice, and even about the concept of &“fate.&”
Daughter of Mine: A Novel
by Megan MirandaAN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A USA TODAY BESTSELLER Her father was the town detective. Her mother its most notorious criminal. Now the secrets of Mirror Lake are coming to the surface…and changing everything. "[A] stunning psychological thriller from one of the most insightful writers around&” (CrimeReads), don&’t miss the latest from Megan Miranda, the instant New York Times bestselling author of All the Missing Girls, The Last to Vanish, and The Only Survivors.&“Miranda…exposes revelation after twisty revelation…Small-town claustrophobia and intimacies alike propel this twist-filled psychological thriller&” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review). When Hazel Sharp, daughter of Mirror Lake&’s longtime local detective, unexpectedly inherits her childhood home, she&’s warily drawn back to the town—and people—she left behind almost a decade earlier. But Hazel&’s not the only relic of the past to return: a drought has descended on the region, and as the water level in the lake drops, long-hidden secrets begin to emerge…including evidence that may help finally explain the mystery of her mother&’s disappearance. Riveting and suspenseful, Daughter of Mine is Megan Miranda&’s best novel yet, filled with &“delicious twists, dark secrets, and a deadly past&” (Ashley Elston, New York Times bestselling author of First Lie Wins) that will keep you turning the pages late into the night.
The Only Survivors: A Novel
by Megan MirandaA New York Times Bestseller A LibraryReads Hall of Fame Pick They were nine survivors. Now, a decade later, only seven remain...how long can they keep the promise made that night? Don&’t miss this &“gripping thriller&” (CrimeReads) from the Reese Witherspoon Book Club selected and New York Times bestselling author Megan Miranda.A decade ago, two vans filled with high school seniors on a school service trip crashed into a Tennessee ravine—a tragedy that claimed the lives of multiple classmates and teachers. The nine students who managed to escape the river that night were irrevocably changed. A year later, after one of the survivors dies by suicide on the anniversary of the crash, the rest of them make a pact: to come together each year to commemorate that terrible night. To keep one another safe. To hold one another accountable. Or both. Their annual meeting place, a house on the Outer Banks, has long been a refuge. But by the tenth anniversary, Cassidy Bent has worked to distance herself from the tragedy and from the other survivors. She&’s changed her mobile number. She&’s blocked the others&’ email addresses. This year, she is determined to finally break ties once and for all. But on the day of the reunion, she receives a text with an obituary attached: another survivor is gone. Now they are seven—and Cassidy finds herself hurling back toward the group, wild with grief—and suspicion. Almost immediately, something feels off this year. Cassidy is the first to notice when Amaya, the annual organizer, slips away, overwhelmed. This wouldn&’t raise alarm except for the impending storm. Suddenly, they&’re facing the threat of closed roads and surging waters…again. Then Amaya stops responding to her phone. After all they&’ve been through, she wouldn&’t willfully make them worry. Would she? And—as they promised long ago—each survivor will do whatever he or she can do to save one another. Won&’t they? A propulsive and chilling locked-box mystery filled with the dazzling hairpin twists that are the author&’s signature, The Only Survivors is New York Times bestselling author Megan Miranda&’s best novel yet.
Nick Adams Stories (Hudson River Editions Ser.)
by Ernest HemingwayFrom one of the 20th century's greatest voices comes the complete chronological anthology of his short stories featuring Nick Adams, Ernest Hemingway's memorable character, as he grows from child to adolescent to soldier, veteran, writer, and parent—a sequence closely paralleling the events of Hemingway's life.The complete collection of Ernest Hemingway's Nick Adams two dozen stories are gathered here in one volume, grouped together according to the major time periods in the protagonist's life. Based on Hemingway's own experiences as a boy and as a member of the Red Cross ambulance corps in World War I. The collection follows Nick's life as a child to parent, along with soldier, veteran, and writer and feature some of Hemingway's earliest work such as "Indian Camp" and some of his best-known short stories, including "Big Two-Hearted River." Perfect for longtime Hemingway fans and as an introduction to one of America's most famous writers.
None of This Is True: A Novel
by Lisa JewellINSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Over 1 million copies sold! This unputdownable psychological thriller by New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell follows a woman who finds herself the subject of her own popular true crime podcast.Celebrating her forty-fifth birthday at her local pub, popular podcaster Alix Summer crosses paths with an unassuming woman called Josie Fair. Josie, it turns out, is also celebrating her forty-fifth birthday. They are, in fact, birthday twins. A few days later, Alix and Josie bump into each other again, this time outside Alix&’s children&’s school. Josie has been listening to Alix&’s podcasts and thinks she might be an interesting subject for her series. She is, she tells Alix, on the cusp of great changes in her life. Josie&’s life appears to be strange and complicated, and although Alix finds her unsettling, she can&’t quite resist the temptation to keep making the podcast. Slowly she starts to realize that Josie has been hiding some very dark secrets, and before she knows it, Josie has inveigled her way into Alix&’s life—and into her home. But, as quickly as she arrived, Josie disappears. Only then does Alix discover that Josie has left a terrible and terrifying legacy in her wake, and that Alix has become the subject of her own true crime podcast, with her life and her family&’s lives under mortal threat. Who is Josie Fair? And what has she done?
Amplify Core Knowledge Language Arts, Grade 4, Unit 2: Empires in the Middle Ages, Part 1, Activity Book
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Eureka Math 2™, [Grade] 5, Apply: Fractions Are Numbers, Module 6: Foundations to Geometry in the Coordinate Plane
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Decisions Determine Destiny: Developing a Million Dollar Decision-Making System
by Jonathan Shuttlesworth"Getting wisdom is the wisest thing you can do! And whatever else you do, develop good judgment." ~Proverbs 4:7You won’t be judged for your beliefs—you'll be judged for your decisions. In Decisions Determine Destiny, Jonathan Shuttlesworth reveals how every choice—big or small—carries the power to shape your future. Using a proven, practical decision-making framework, this book shows how to make better decisions that can create and save you millions of dollars while leading to a fulfilling life.Whether facing personal setbacks or struggling to find direction for your life, business, or ministry, Decisions Determine Destiny equips you to take the right steps toward wisdom and understanding that lead to success.Jonathan Shuttlesworth reveals:• The Power of Your Choices: Your life is a product of your decisions. Stop blaming generational curses and make decisions that align with God's promises for your life.• Biblical Wisdom for Every Situation: The wisest thing you can do is to get wisdom. Learn how to apply Scripture-based principles to navigate life’s toughest challenges and make choices that enable God's blessing.• Practical Strategies for Success: Gain actionable understanding to build a decision-making system that brings clarity, confidence, and lasting results.It’s not God’s sovereignty or the Devil who determines your destiny—you shape it with your decisions. This book is your guide to mastering the art of biblically based decision-making, teaching you to walk in wisdom, avoid costly mistakes, and pursue the extraordinary life God has designed for you.About the Author:Jonathan Shuttlesworth is an evangelist and founder of Revival Today, a global ministry dedicated to spreading the Gospel and empowering individuals to live victoriously. As pastor of Revival Today Church, Jonathan is committed to equipping people with the Word of God to transform their lives and fulfill their destinies.
How to Prevail in Every Battle of Life
by Jonathan ShuttlesworthYou Can Prevail in Every Challenge Life Throws Your WayYou weren't created to struggle—you were created to overcome and live in continuous victory. If that’s not your reality, it can be. This book is a battle plan designed to equip you with practical strategies and empower you to reject every form of failure and defeat.Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Maybe you’re going through a brutal divorce or struggling in your career or business. Whatever your challenge, this book is designed to ensure you not only survive but come out stronger.The Bible contains instructions that ensure your victory— it turns you into an unbeatable force. In this book, Jonathan Shuttlesworth outlines:• God's Plan for Your Victory: Learn how God's promises position you to live a life of abundance, dominion, and favor.• Your Defense Strategy: Discover how to stand confidently in faith, defeat fear, and live holy, using biblical wisdom.• Your Offensive Weapons: Identify and conquer every enemy by harnessing the power of your words and leveraging praise to repel the Devil.This is not a religious book. It’s filled with tested and proven strategies that lead to success, joy, and peace. You’re already wondering how all this is possible, why not find out what millions already know? God’s Word is true, and He is too faithful to fail.About the Author:Jonathan Shuttlesworth is an evangelist and the founder of Revival Today, a global ministry dedicated to reaching lost and hurting people with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He is also the pastor of Revival Today Church, a Holy Spirit-filled, Bible-believing church with locations in Pittsburgh, PA; Fort Worth, TX; Los Angeles, CA; and Phoenix, AZ, which blesses families and the nation.
Methoden der Sozialen Arbeit für Dummies (Für Dummies)
by Martin BeckerDas Handwerkszeug für Fachkräfte Sozialer Arbeit Soziale Arbeit ist mehr als nur Hilfe zur Selbsthilfe – sie ist eine komplexe Wissenschaft, die Theorie und Praxis miteinander verbindet. In diesem Buch erfahren Sie, wie Sie die Methoden der Sozialen Arbeit in der Praxis effektiv anwenden können. Wie finden Sie die Interessen der Menschen in einem Stadtteil heraus? Wie gewinnen Sie das Vertrauen Ihrer Klienten und bewahren gleichzeitig den nötigen Abstand? Mit zahlreichen Beispielen aus dem Arbeitsalltag ist dieses Buch ein wertvoller Begleiter für alle, die sich für die Methoden Sozialer Arbeit interessieren. Sie erfahren Welchen Auftrag Fachkräfte Sozialer Arbeit haben Wie vielfältig die Methoden Sozialer Arbeit sind Wie Sie die passenden Methoden effektiv einsetzen Wie wirksam Soziale Arbeit sein kann
Modern Project Management: Successful Projects with Plan-based, Agile and Hybrid Approaches
by Holger TimingerIn this translation of the updated and expanded new edition of ?Modern Project Management?, Holger Timinger explains the classic, agile and hybrid approaches to project management. This book is intended to enable you to use suitable processes, methods, tools and roles for handling an individual project task, and also deals with the HyProM structuring framework. You will learn what characterizes traditional project management and in which situations it has strengths and weaknesses. The author also shows you when and where to use agile project management. This allows you to combine traditional and agile approaches when it makes sense. The book takes up current standards such as the Individual Competence Baseline (ICB) 4.0 of the International Project Management Association (IPMA) and the PMBOK of the Project Management Institute (PMI). It is one of the first books to deal with hybrid project management in a structured and comprehensive way, using an innovative framework. The framework structures project management processes, methods, tools and roles. The digital business world, agile transformation and technology and innovation management are buzzwords that are preoccupying many companies. Efficient and effective project management can make an important contribution to this.
Java Cookbook: Problems and Solutions for Java Developers
by Ian F. DarwinAs Java continues to evolve, this cookbook continues to grow in tandem with hundreds of hands-on recipes across a broad range of Java topics. Author Ian Darwin gets developers up to speed right away with useful techniques for everything from string handling and functional programming to network communication and AI.If you're familiar with any release of Java, this book will bolster your knowledge of the language and its many recent changes, including how to apply them in your day-to-day development. Each recipe includes self-contained code solutions that you can freely use, along with a discussion of how and why they work.Downloadable from GitHub, all code examples compile successfully. This updated edition covers changes up to and including Java 21. You will:Learn how to apply many new and old Java APIsUse the new language features in recent Java versionsUnderstand the code you're maintainingDevelop code using standard APIs and good practicesExplore the brave new world of current Java developmentIan Darwin has a lifetime of experience in the software industry, having worked with Java across many platforms and types of software, from Java's initial pre-release to the present, from desktop to enterprise to mobile.