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The Elite
Kiera cass’s the elite is a must-read for fans of dystopian fiction, fairy tales, and reality tv. this sequel to the selection will enchant teens who love divergent and the bachelor. in america singer’s world, a bride is chosen for the prince through an elaborate televised competition. in the second book of the selection series, america is one of only six girls left in the running. but is it prince maxon—and life as the queen—she wants? or is it aspen, her first love? the elite delivers the adventure, glamour, political intrigue, and romance readers of the selection expect, and continues the love triangle that captivated them.
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Oxford Primary Grammar, Punctuation And Spelling Dictionary
The oxford primary grammar, punctuation, and spelling dictionary is the essential reference book for the test in may 2013. in full colour, it has easy-to-use rules and help, plus an alphabetical list of the tricky, and everyday, words including those most commonly misspelt, all backed by analysis of oxford’s unique database of children’s writing.
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Oxford School Spelling, Punctuation And Grammar Dictionary
The oxford school spelling, punctuation, and grammar dictionary is the essential reference book for secondary school. in full colour, it has easy-to-use rules and help, plus an alphabetical list of the tricky, and everyday, words including those most commonly misspelt, all backed by analysis of oxford’s unique database of children’s writing.
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The Witch’s Vacuum Cleaner
Do you believe in magic? can you imagine a war between wizards, a rebellious ant called 4179003, or a time-travelling television? can you imagine that poor old mr swimble could see a mysterious vacuum cleaner in the morning, and make cheese sandwiches and yellow elephants magically appear by the afternoon? welcome to the wonderful world of sir terry pratchett, and fourteen fantastically funny tales from the master storyteller. bursting from these pages are food fights, pirates, bouncing rabbits and magical pigeons. and a witch riding a vacuum cleaner, of course. ‘one of the most consistently funny writers around’ guardian
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Myths And Legends
Gods and spirits, epic heroes and adventures, magic and mystery, life and love, death and destruction – these are just a small selection of the subjects in this book of combined reference and carefully retold myths and legends.
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Things To Do Now That You’re…60
Did you ever want to transform your sedate life into a more exciting and fruitful existence or do something totally radical? have you ever dreamed of singing with a band, visiting a nudist colony, climbing a mountain, starting a new career, or relocating to another country? don’t wait until next year or the year after to start making plans – life is too short to sit and let the action pass you by. find your true self by trying something new. this book of quirky ideas, fun-filled tips, adages and thought-provoking quotations will fill you with aspirations, encourage you to dream, and live large.
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The Usborne Internet-linked Book Of Knowledge
This title includes lots of things children need to know about the world around them, from the existence of star groups and to eclipses, the key events of world history and to the workings of the nervous system and electricity.
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Moving On
This is a guide that provides information, advice and practical strategies to help you cope with the stress of breaking up with a partner. learn how to manage negative feelings, help children through a breakup, communicate with your partner and children throughout, and sort out financial issues.
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The Glass House
“outside a remote manor house in an idyllic wood, a baby girl is found. the harrington family takes her in and disbelief quickly turns to joy. they’re grieving a terrible tragedy of their own and the beautiful baby fills them with hope, lighting up the house’s dark, dusty corners. desperate not to lose her to the authorities, they keep her secret, suspended in a blissful summer world where normal rules of behaviour – and the law – don’t seem to apply. but within days a body will lie dead in the grounds. and their dreams of a perfect family will shatter like glass. years later, the truth will need to be put back together again, piece by piece . . .”–publisher description.
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Freeze Frame
Ile de groix, france. a frozen island. this tiny isle off the coast of brittany is the scene of a murder left shrouded in mystery and grief. adam killian’s study has been left intact since his death – the perfect state for enzo macleod’s forensic investigation. killian’s widow is still hoping; the first suspect is still hiding; and the treacherous island itself still has a revelation for enzo.
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The Naughty Girl’s Guide To Life
‘the naughty girl’s guide to life’ is the perfect self-help book for the 21st century. written with tara palmer-tomkinson’s trademark style and vivacity, it offers a hilarious guide to dealing with problems in love and life.
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Sherlock: The Sign Of Four
The hit bbc series sherlock, starring benedict cumberbatch, offers a fresh, contemporary take on the original sir arthur conan doyle stories, and has helped introduce a whole new generation of fans to the legendary detective. in this tv tie-in edition to the classic novel, sherlock and dr watson receive a visit from mary morsten, who offers up a particularly cryptic puzzle for them to solve. her father went missing six years ago and since then she has received a pearl for every year he has not re-appeared. now, the treasure’s sender has requested a meeting and she would like sherlock and watson to accompany her. finding the mystery benefactor is only the start of this adventure, that puts sherlock and watson hot on the trail of cold-blooded killers and thieves, and a lost indian fortune.
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Pride And Prejudice
Jane austen’s famous novel about elizabeth bennet and mr darcy finding love against all the odds of misunderstanding, scandal and family interference is brought to life in a brand new adaptation coming to cinemas this autumn.
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It Started With A Kiss
From the author that gave you the sunday times top 10 selling title, fairytale of new york, join our heroine romily as she discovers how far she will go to find the man of her dreams.
