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This book presents a recently discovered inscription from Aphrodisias in western Turkey, probably of the third century AD, which throws unusual light on the history of the Jewish diaspora, on the background to early Christianity, and on the society of a Greco-Roman city below the level of its elite, who normally dominate the evidence. The inscription records a charitable donation to a synagogue community by Jews (including a few proselytes) and a...
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In the fourth Monsterstreet book, the best summer of Harper's life could be her last...
On the way to Camp Moon Lake, the most magical summer camp on earth, all Harper can think about is her parents' looming divorce. Soon enough, though, the outdoor movie theater, the water park, and the chocolate buffet begin to work their magic on her.
But then campers start to disappear, and Harper notices the counselors acting unusual. The cheerful facade...
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Fast, funny, frightening-and filled with shocks and surprises. These books are my kind of fun. I want to live on Monsterstreet!-R.L. Stine, author of the Goosebumps series The Monsterstreet series kicks off with this chilling tale about a boy who discovers his father was killed by a legendary werewolf. Max Bloodnight can't decide what's more terrifying about his weekend in Wolf County-the fact that he has to stay with grandparents he's never met before...
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Be careful what you wish for…
For Evelyn and her three companions, the daily drive through the mountains between the small town where they live and the small town where they work is a long and exhausting one. Behind the wheel on a bleak winter's morning and longing for a little excitement to spice up the journey, Evelyn's mind begins to wander, but as the fog gets thicker, her thoughts get darker…
A thought-provoking tale of circumstance, camaraderie,...
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Squirrel Squad Adventures: Swish! is book one of the Squirrel Squad Adventures Series. Swish! is the story of the leader of the Squirrel Squad. He's the fastest, bravest squirrel in Chestnut County, Georgia and delivers more nuts than any other squirrel for miles around. He's a little guy with heart who has big responsibilities and he's also got an ego to match! He doesn't listen to his father's instructions, often stretches the truth, and he doesn't...
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When the mask breaks, what lies beneath?When you're a young mother living in a small town miles away from friends and family, boredom and loneliness are part of the job description. So when Tracy receives an unexpected call from the beautiful and elegant Kate Hensley, she jumps at the chance to get out of the house and share the company of another woman. But Kate is everything Tracy isn't, and she finds herself questioning Kate's motives in extending...
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"Fast, funny, frightening-and filled with shocks and surprises. These books are my kind of fun. I want to live on Monsterstreet!" -R.L. Stine, author of the Goosebumps series
The Monsterstreet series kicks off with this chilling tale about a boy who discovers his father was killed by a legendary werewolf.
Max Bloodnight can't decide what's more terrifying about his weekend in Wolf County-the fact that he has to stay with grandparents he's never...
8) Snow Time
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Sun, sky, and the world's most handsome snowboarding instructor. What's not to like?When Kate Hensley's husband surprises her with the news that not only are they off to spend a child-free day on the slopes of Queenstown's premier ski resort, but he's also arranged her first snowboarding lesson, she should be thrilled. So why does she feel like something is off? As the morning progresses, a little romantic fantasy proves a welcome distraction, but...
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He wants sex. She wants to drive his car...
It's Nina's third date with Jamie and she's having second thoughts. He's an insufferable jerk who only wants to talk about himself, and if it weren't for his European sports car she would never have gone out with him in the first place. Discouraged by both Jamie's choice of restaurant and his attempts at conversation, her evening is looking grim. If only she had a knight in shining armour to come to her...
10) Square Pegs
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All he wants is a cold drink on a hot day. Fate, however, has other ideas...Darryl is a young man with dreams of a career in music, but life isn't matching his expectations. Angry, bitter, and lonely, he finds it easier to relate to animals than people. After a frustrating morning follows a night disturbed by the criminal antics of his troublesome neighbours, the only thing he wants is to drown his sorrows. But when his quest for booze goes horribly...
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"Fast, funny, frightening-and filled with shocks and surprises. These books are my kind of fun. I want to live on Monsterstreet!" -R.L. Stine, author of the Goosebumps series
Trick-or-treat turns to scare-or-scream in this second installment of Monsterstreet, the chilling middle grade series. When Fisher's friends are transformed into their monstrous costumes on Halloween night, it's up to him to save the town!
Halloween isn't just Fisher's favorite...
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Sometimes all you need is a leap of faith...When her husband's recent infidelities are exposed, Kate Hensley does what any sensible woman would; she kicks him out of the house and pursues a younger man. Could her snowboarding instructor, Evan Randall - blue-eyed, blonde, and gorgeous - be the solution to her problems?If only love were that simple.Gossip travels fast in the high-country, and while Kate's new BFF supports her romantic endeavours, it...
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"Fast, funny, frightening-and filled with shocks and surprises. These books are my kind of fun. I want to live on Monsterstreet!" -R.L. Stine, author of the Goosebumps series
In the third Monsterstreet book, a ticket to the scariest carnival in town comes with a price that might cost your life...
When Ren and his younger brother, Kip, are sent to spend Halloween with their aunt Winnie, who runs Old Manor Nursing Home, they're expecting a boring...
14) Carnevil
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In the third Monsterstreet book, a ticket to the scariest carnival in town comes with a price that might cost your life . . .
When Ren and his younger brother, Kip, are sent to spend Halloween with their aunt Winnie, who runs Old Manor Nursing Home, they're expecting a boring holiday. But then a strange autumn carnival rolls into town offering them spooky thrills and monstrous delights.
Kip, lured by the magic of the carnival, makes a bargain with...
15) The Halloweeners
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When Fisher's friends are transformed into their monstrous costumes on Halloween night, it's up to him to save the town!
Halloween isn't just Fisher's favorite holiday-it's his obsession. So when he's invited to join the Halloweeners, he couldn't be more thrilled.
While trying to help them win the town's annual trick-or-treating competition, the Halloweeners stumble upon a mysterious cauldron at an old haunted house. After eating the irresistible...