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Sigma Force novels volume 8
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A yacht bearing a young American couple is attacked by Somali pirates, leading to bloodshed and the violent kidnapping of the pregnant woman on board. To aid in her rescue from the lawless and war-torn jungles of coastal Africa, Sigma Force enlists the aid of a unique search team.
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Sisterhood series volume 20
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Presents the latest book in the Sisterhood series.
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Zoey and Sassafras volume 4
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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During an unexpected snow storm causes trouble for the magical creatures of the forest, Zoey and Sassafras have problems while rescuing some trapped caterfly eggs.
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Stick Cat volume 1
Pub. Date
2016
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 3
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There's a new pet in town: Stick Cat! Perfect for fans of Big Nate, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and the Stick Dog books, Stick Cat features Tom Watson's trademark combination of laughs and adventure.It's a big day in the big city for Stick Cat and his best friend, Edith. There are treasures to hunt, songs to sing, pigeons to catch, and naps to take. But way up on the twenty-third floor, danger lurks just around the corner. Terrible noises and violent crashes...
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"Because you're worth rescue." Murphy Shepherd's last rescue mission very nearly cost him his life. He'd like nothing more than to stay close to his wife and daughters for awhile. But Bones's brother must be stopped, and there are so many who still need to know they are worth rescuing. As the cat-and-mouse game moves into the open, Murphy is tested at every turn -- both physically and mentally. Then the unthinkable happens: his beloved mentor and...
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Animal Rescue Agency volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 4
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"When an animal is in trouble, there's only one place to turn: the Animal Rescue Agency! Dashing Esquire Fox used to organize the world's most elaborate chicken raids until the day she encountered Mr. Pepper. Meeting the blustery old rooster changed her heart, convincing her to turn from a life of crime and instead form the Animal Rescue Agency, which masterminds rescue operations across the globe. Esquire and her unlikely chicken business manager...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 15
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Beginning with the bombing of the Great Ape Language Lab at a university research center dedicated to the study of the communicative behavior of bonobo apes. The blast, which terrorizes the apes and severely injures scientist Isabel Duncan, occurs one day after Philadelphia Inquirer reporter John Thigpen visits the lab and speaks to the bonobos, who answer his questions in sign language.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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The wizard Astrid is planning to cast the False Life spell which will bring to life the bones of giant ancient beasts and allow her to conquer all the kingdoms; in order to prevent her the Dragon Masters must find the Wind Dragon, the final dragon needed to undo the spell--but that dragon and her Dragon Master are captives, and it is up to Drake and his friends to rescue them, and hope they are in time to stop Astrid.
11) Law and Disorder
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Finnegan connection volume 1
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Trust the enemy?Desperate to escape her kidnappers, Kody Cameron can turn to only one man...and he's holding a gun. Outnumbered and trapped in the deadly Everglades, she has little recourse, but something in this captor's eyes makes her believe she can trust him. Does she dare to take the risk? Undercover agent Nick Connolly has met Kody before and knows she might very well blow his cover. Though determined to maintain his facade, he can't let Kody...
12) Breadcrumbs
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 9
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Once upon a time, Hazel and Jack were best friends. They had been best friends since they were six, spending hot Minneapolis summers and cold Minneapolis winters together, dreaming of Hogwarts and Oz, superheroes and baseball.
13) The death trade
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An eminent Iranian scientist has made a startling breakthrough in nuclear weapons research, but he can't stand the thought of his regime owning the bomb. He would run if he could, but if he does, his family dies. He is desperate; he doesn't know what to do. It is up to Sean Dillon and the rest of the small band known as the "Prime Minister's private army" to think of a plan. Most particularly, it is up to their newest member, an intelligence captain...
14) Cold ridge
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From New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers
When a murderous plan is put in motion, one woman will do whatever it takes to get the perfect shot.
Award-winning photographer Carine Winter accepts the job of photographing a historic Boston home knowing she's taking a risk-she could run into Tyler North, the pararescuer who all but left her at the altar a year ago. Then Carine finds a body in the house-and the prime suspect in the murder...
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[2006]
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"Once upon a time, thirty-five years ago, Hugh and Lewis were Yosemite legends. El Capitan was their holy grail, and their destiny seemed written on its big walls. Here they met the women who married, then left them. Hugh's wife mysteriously disappeared in the desert. Lewis's wife is divorcing him. Now, the old friends reunite to climb El Cap one last time and make a fresh start." "But "The Captain" seems cursed this time around. Even before the aging...
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Eager to escape life on her familys farm, Alice Barrow moves to Lowell in 1832 and throws herself into the hard work demanded of "the mill girls." In spite of the long hours, she discovers a vibrant new life and a true friend-a saucy, strong-willed girl name Lovey Cornell. Conditions at the factory become increasingly dangerous, and Alice finds the courage to represent the workers and their grievances. Although mill owner Hiram Fiske pays no heed,...
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"Samuel Payton is a passionate youth pastor in Virginia, but below the surface, he's still recovering from the blow of a failed business and insecurities he can't shake. His coworker, start-up expert Kimberly Foster, is brilliant, fearless, and capable, but years of personal rejection have left her defensive and longing for a family. Two people have never been more at odds -- or more attracted to one another. And every day at work, the sparks sure...
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[2008]
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Dulcie's taste of magic: Dulcie the fairy, who likes to work hard as head baker for Queen Clarion, reluctantly takes a vacation.
Silvermist and the ladybug curse: After an "unlucky" white ladybug lands on Silvermist's head, the usually calm water-talent fairy is convinced that she is under a curse.
20) Option to kill
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A Nathan McBride novel volume 3
Pub. Date
[2013]
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Nathan McBride leads a secretive life. The ex-CIA agent doesn't give out his phone number and never reveals his operative name. So how does a twelve-year-old girl whom he's never met know both? The girl's name is Lauren, and after she's been kidnapped, she sends a text for help to Nathan's cell phone. Nathan rescues her, but with the kidnappers hell-bent on reclaiming their prize, the ordeal has only just begun. As he tries to stay one step ahead...