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Truth About Ruth
Ruth Sands is married yet unfulfilled, yearning for an outlet to express her profound emotional truths. She longs to share her gifts but remains loyal in a stagnant marriage. Her job brings her to a grand house filled with larger-than-life characters, where she experiences the best and worst of humanity. Her employers, Guy and Astrid Pettison, are an eccentric and fascinating couple in Ruth’s eyes, their peculiar union a constant source of intrigue.
Ruth forms a cherished friendship with the wise and elderly gardener, Ron Jolly, and his beloved wife. However, it is her growing relationship with her boss, Guy, that begins to meet her emotional needs, igniting deep sexual fantasies and a yearning to be physically desired. Yet, an ominous presence lurks within the household in the form of Jan Starr, the resident cook. Ruth’s feminine allure and presence threaten Starr’s devious intentions towards Guy. Anyone who crosses this woman faces danger, and Ruth most definitely carries the perilous bell.
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The Danger of Living
In the mid-1950s, as France teeters on the brink of civil war, two young painters find themselves swept up in a whirlwind of love and adventure in the heart of Paris.
Monique, a beautiful and feisty French woman, and Michael, an idealistic Englishman, come from vastly different backgrounds but share a common passion for painting. Their paths cross in the vibrant, tumultuous streets of Paris, where their love blossoms amidst the chaos of a nation in turmoil.
As they navigate the challenges of their time, their bond is tested by political unrest and personal dilemmas. Will their love survive the storm, or will the forces of history tear them apart?
A captivating blend of romance and adventure, this story paints a vivid picture of a city and a love that defy the odds.£9.99 -
I Will Swim to Rottnest
I Will Swim to Rottnest follows the journey of an aspiring athlete as she pursues her dream of swimming across the famous Rottnest Channel. Facing numerous challenges, she draws motivation and inspiration from others, altering her path to achieve the extraordinary. As the big day approaches, nerves set in, and the crossing itself tests her with the channel’s notorious wind, waves, and wildlife. Nothing will stop her from achieving her dream, and the feeling of triumph as she finally crosses the finish line is unparalleled, with cheers from the crowd and the island’s local quokkas watching on.
Based on a true story, this inspiring tale will touch your heart and hopefully encourage you to keep chasing your own goals and dreams.
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Wriggly the Earthworm Stories
Meet Wriggly, the little earthworm with big adventures!
Through these charming and imaginative tales, children will discover the fascinating world of earthworms and their important role in keeping gardens healthy.
Join Wriggly as he wriggles his way through delightful escapades, learning and exploring in the soil beneath our feet!
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Henri Tebbitt: The Story of My Life
Henri Tebbitt’s lifespan could never be considered as being droll! He experienced many things in his journey through life, from manning street barricades in Paris against the Germans in the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871) at the ripe old age of 16, to dining with Charles Dickens while at the Queen Elizabeth Grammar School in Kent. He lived a life that would be the envy of most. He visited most of the countries in Europe, spent time in the United States and Canada, before permanently settling in Australia.
From 1867 onwards, he enjoyed a regular allowance from his father, the compliments of an inheritance, and enjoyed an additional income through his much-admired paintings and his fine playing of the pianoforte, of which he was seen to have a natural talent.
He considered his happiest days of life were those 34 years in Australia with his second wife, Robertha. His celebrity through his landscape paintings gave him contentment.
Henri’s artistic skills are well represented today in all the major galleries throughout Australia.
His fame was such that upon his death in 1927, his obituary was carried by all the major newspapers in Australia.
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Damsels and Dragons of Bennetts Water Gardens
Jack and Priscilla are two dragonflies who have emerged from the pond and are talking about the adventures ahead of them. They are clinging tightly to the top of a reed, as they wait for their bodies and wings to dry out. They now have to find a part of the pond to call their own and start a family. This is where their adventures begin and almost end for Jack, who is keen to fly before his wings are ready. Find out what happens to Jack and how Priscilla’s quick thinking keeps them both safe.
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Ethiopian Neck Crosses
When visiting Ethiopia, one quickly becomes aware of the profound influence of the Coptic Christian religion throughout the highlands. Evidence of this ancient faith is ubiquitous, from the numerous churches and festivals to the omnipresent crosses and cross imagery in various forms.
Crosses are tattooed on skin, embroidered on garments, carried by priests, and paraded in elaborate processional displays during Coptic religious festivals. However, the most prevalent are the small silver neck crosses worn by countless Ethiopians.
The Coptic religion in Ethiopia and the tradition of displaying and wearing crosses span centuries, with the variety and intricacy of cross designs surpassing those found in any other country.
The exceptional skill and intricate craftsmanship of Ethiopian silversmiths in handcrafting these silver neck crosses deserve recognition and wider appreciation.
This book explores the origins of silver neck crosses, their diverse forms, and the techniques used in their creation. It showcases over sixty exquisite examples of these captivating artifacts, allowing readers to fully appreciate the artistry and beauty of Ethiopian silversmithing.
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My World
A whimsical story inviting children on a journey into their very own imaginative world – a world that belongs to them alone.
Rhythmical stanzas and captivating illustrations prove sometimes the most magical animals can be found hidden within the clouds.
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In the Last Days
In need of a dose of humour and entertainment after realising the state of the nation and the disappointments in British government? Wanting to recover some of your happy mood with a good old moan about very British problems, and the general comedy of errors that is modern life in modern Britain? Well, this is the book for you!
Modern life can get you down sometimes, what with budget cuts and transport failures, and we all need a bit of a pick-me-up whenever we see the latest gaff from politics and government on the news. In the Last Days takes these very British problems and turns them on their head, providing humour and entertainment on subjects as diverse as health, communications, the environment and even the role of science fiction in culture. So, fasten your seatbelts for the ride – it’s an education.
Buckle up for a witty and insightful ride through the weird world of British politics. You might just learn a thing or two along the way.
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Fly High, Fly Low, Fly Fast, Fly Slow
Early in the morning of 6th October 1957, a five-year-old boy looked up to the skies over the Tunisian Sahel region to get a glimpse of the very first satellite in orbit around Earth, the famous Sputnik. Despite not spotting it, he started dreaming of a future high up in the skies. Little did the young boy know then about his future, and that his life would eventually fulfill and even exceed his wildest dreams.
This book follows the ventures of this little boy, Habib Fekih, who was born in a small village close to the Tunisian Mediterranean Sea. Through hard work, dedication, tenacity, and competence, he reached the skies of commercial aviation.
Follow Habib on his journey: from a student fascinated by quantum physics, to working in his country national airline, which was set up to challenge some of the major carriers, to becoming one of the star salesmen for the still-young Airbus company. He contributed substantially to its success on the world market. Habib guides us through all the intricacies of this fascinating and complex world, where you come to value the enormous contribution of each single shop-floor worker, while also meeting with presidents and kings and other celebrities around the world, gathering many exciting stories.
A fascinating and informative read.
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The Departure Lounge
Comfortably orbiting in space, exactly where it should be, Earth and its citizens had no idea they were being tracked. Their hard-won technology was about to be stolen right from under their noses, all for the sole purpose of keeping another world alive and thriving.
To accomplish this, the people of Earth would need to be subjected to a unique form of transportation.
Read this intriguing story to discover how Steve and Juliet, despite everything, still managed to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime holiday in historic Guatemala.
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Blessed
Part 1 of this book, ‘Enabled to Be,’ explores both the biblical identity and the developing characteristics of the Christian, inspired by the beatitudes in Matthew 5. This is the foundation for part 2, ‘Equipped to Do,’ in which Dennis highlights different ways in which God calls us to emulate the life and works of Jesus in our own individual circumstances. He is convinced that we are not born again to sit patiently in ‘God’s waiting room’ until we ‘go home’. We are enabled and equipped to step out in faith to make a difference while we are here on earth.
He believes passionately that the gifts of the spirit are the contents of the toolbox God has provided each of us with for our part in his kingdom coming and his will being done on earth as it is in heaven. Furthermore, that the actions and fruit of such endeavours not only confound the idea that the Christian life is boring, but also result in the fruit of the spirit being displayed through us as our character is moulded to become increasingly more like that of our Saviour.
He loves to quote scriptures like Matthew 10:7-8, Matthew 28:18-20, and John 14:12 to provide both inspiration and encouragement for us all to realise how much we have been blessed through the amazing grace of God both to be and to do.
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