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DJ Funkyfoot: Butler for Hire! (The Flytrap Files)
Par Tom Angleberger. 2021
DJ Funkyfoot: Butler for Hire! is the first story in a wacky spin-off chapter book series in the world of…
the Flytrap Files, from New York Times bestselling author Tom Angleberger and illustrator Heather Fox. Meet DJ Funkyfoot! He’s not actually a DJ—he’s a chihuahua and a butler! Meet ShrubBaby! She’s an adorable baby shrub with a taste for thrills, fertilizer, and fame. Finding a butler gig is hard these days, so DJ Funkyfoot takes a job that’s ALMOST like being a butler. . . . He becomes a nanny for ShrubBaby! A nanny might say no to this baby’s whims, but a good butler always says yes. So when adventure calls and ShrubBaby says, “Let’s go!,” DJ Funkyfoot says, “Very good, m’lady, I’ll fetch your stroller.” Read all the hilarious chapter book series in the Flytrap Files universe:Inspector FlytrapInspector FlytrapThe President's Mane Is MissingThe Goat Who Chewed Too MuchDidi Dodo, Future SpyRecipe for DisasterRobo-Dodo RumbleDouble-O DodoDJ FunkyfootButler for Hire!Give Cheese a ChanceThe Show Must Go OinkThe Highland Countess (The Changing Fortunes Series #6)
Par M. C. Beaton. 2011
An innocent Scottish widow desires the love of a worldly lord in this Regency romance by the bestselling author of…
the Hamish Macbeth mysteries.Morag Fleming, the Countess of Murr, had been bride to the most lecherous lord in Scotland—yet the ravishingly lovely girl had never been touched. So it was that Morag had never borne a child—yet as a young widow, she arrived in London with a fine son in tow. Her background had left her ignorant of the follies and fopperies of fashion—yet soon all of society was at her feet. Most incredible of all, she knew so little about the ways and wiles of love—yet set her heart upon none other than the devastatingly handsome, charming, and wealthy Lord Toby Freemantle, who could have any woman he wanted, and was clearly not interested in her . . .ABOUT THE COLLECTION What could be more engaging than the women who rise from the commoner classes and minor nobility to triumph in the unforgiving high society of London. Read about women who have lost their fortunes, country girls at their first season, and new wives who can&’t resist temptation in the nine titles of the Changing Fortunes Collection.An aristocratic widow turns to crime—and discovers love—in a romance &“notable for its gentle humor and adventurous spirit&” from a…
New York Times bestseller (Publishers Weekly). The Poor Relation, a hotel run by impoverished aristocrats, is in need of money to survive. Widow Eliza Budley wants to help save her new home, but with her fortune lost due to her deceased husband&’s gambling debts, how can she? With no rich relative to go to, Eliza calls on the senile, elderly Marquess of Peterhouse, and pretends to be a relation while she steals just enough of his worldly goods to fund the hotel. But when she arrives at his bleak castle, she learns the Marquess is deceased, leaving his handsome nephew in charge of the estate. Once the dashing heir learns of her devious plot, can he get past her criminal leanings long enough to fall in love with her?The Constant Companion (The Regency Intrigue Series #7)
Par M. C. Beaton. 2011
A suspenseful tale of love lost and found in Regency England, by the New York Times–bestselling author of the Hamish…
Macbeth novels. Quiet, reserved Miss Constance Lamberton came to the household of the haughty but beautiful Lady Amelia to serve as the lady&’s chaperone throughout the season&’s many festivities—and soon found herself an unwitting accomplice in the lady&’s scheme to trap the very eligible Lord Philip into marriage. But it was not Lady Amelia who won his heart. . . . The pale, golden-eyed Constance was to become his wife. And when she disappeared without explanation, Lord Philip was willing to move heaven and earth to find her . . . Previously published under the name Marion ChesneyA lady finds new love by the seaside in this romance by &“the best of the Regency writers&” (Kirkus Reviews).…
Lady Beatrice Marsham has finally been widowed from her husband—and now her family is trying to saddle her with another, equally awful one. She has no choice but to flee by stagecoach to the Brighton seaside—where she meets Miss Hannah Pym, who is determined to find her a proper match. The traveling matchmaker has a candidate in mind: Lord Alistair Munro. But he has heard the gossip about Lady Beatrice. According to the ton, she is nothing but a heartless flirt. Miss Pym and the Brighton air are working their charms on the lady, however—and she will soon be working her charms on him . . . Originally written under the name Marion Chesney, this is a witty adventure of a romance by M. C. Beaton, the New York Times–bestselling author of the Agatha Raisin and Hamish Macbeth series.Yvonne Goes to York (The Travelling Matchmaker Series #6)
Par M. C. Beaton. 2010
An entertaining tale of a Regency-era matchmaker on the hunt for a hero, from a New York Times–bestselling author . . . …
Miss Hannah Pym seems to find drama wherever she goes, particularly of the romantic kind—which is good luck for a traveling matchmaker. When, during her latest coach journey, she encounters Yvonne Grenier—who is fleeing the terrible unrest in France—she&’s determined to find a suitable match for this beautiful and charming Frenchwoman. Unfortunately, an enemy is about to board the stagecoach to York, putting Yvonne in danger, and Miss Pym must act quickly to find someone to save the day. The man she&’s chosen for the role is the handsome, wealthy—and stubbornly single—Marquis of Ware . . . &“A romance writer who deftly blends humor and adventure.&” —Booklist Previously published under the name Marion ChesneyFinessing Clarissa (The School for Manners Series #4)
Par M. C. Beaton. 2011
In this Regency romance by the New York Times–bestselling author of the Agatha Raisin mysteries, an awkward redhead needs help…
finding love.In the fourth volume in the School for Manners series, we meet another of the young ladies deemed unsuitable for marriage due to some awkward attribute. This time it is the remarkably clumsy Clarissa Vevian, whose Junoesque proportions and flame-colored hair make her a daunting prospect for marriage-minded dandies. Dispatched to London by her despairing family, she is taken in hand by the redoubtable Tribble sisters, Amy and Effie, who tutor, groom and pummel her into shape for an accident-ridden debut. When the Earl of Greystone, a most eligible bachelor, Clarissa will certainly leave an impression… ABOUT THE SERIES The Misses Tribble, Amy and Effie, spinster sisters of a certain age, have lived for years on expectations of a great inheritance. When this fails to materialize, they are truly destitute. Desperate, they advertise that they will refine wild and unruly daughters, present them, and see them safely wed. The School for Manners six book series follows these two stalwart spinsters as they undertake enterprises of matchmaking and navigate the troublesome machinations of the London marriage mart.&“With customary grace, Chesney charms with this latest Regency froth.&”—Publishers WeeklyLove and Lady Lovelace (The Changing Fortunes Series #8)
Par M. C. Beaton. 2011
It takes a gold-digger to know one in this Regency romance by the New York Times–bestselling author of the Hamish Macbeth…
mysteries.When young widow Lady Lovelace realizes she has been swindled to near-bankruptcy by her curmudgeonly cousin, she knows she will have to marry again for money. These are the very thoughts of Lord Philip, who has nothing between him and destitution but his small army pension. And so, these two attractive fortune-hunters somehow find each other and before long, pop into marriage—and into the bridal chamber—only to discover they were both virtually penniless. What a diabolical situation. What would they do now?ABOUT THE COLLECTION What could be more engaging than the women who rise from the commoner classes and minor nobility to triumph in the unforgiving high society of London. Read about women who have lost their fortunes, country girls at their first season, and new wives who can&’t resist temptation in the nine titles of the Changing Fortunes Collection.Miss Fiona's Fancy (The Royal Ambition Series #3)
Par M. C. Beaton. 2011
An impulsive spitfire gambles on love in a witty Regency romance from the New York Times–bestselling author of the Traveling…
Matchmaker series. The Misses Penelope Yarwood, Euphemia Perkins, and Letitia Helmsdale waste no time in smugly informing Fiona that the Marquess of Cleveden is the most eligible—and the most elusive—catch in the London marriage mart. And since society&’s most dazzling beauties have failed to win him over, a newcomer like Fiona doesn&’t stand a ghost of a chance of having him look at her twice. That is all that fiery-tempered Fiona needs to hear, and she bets—far more wealth than she possesses—that she will snare the maddeningly elusive marquess before the season&’s end. Now Fiona faces the risk of losing a wager she cannot repay—and more, the even greater danger of losing her heart. &“[Beaton] is a romance writer who deftly blends humor and adventure . . . [Sustaining] her devoted audience to the last gasp.&” —BooklistAsk the Dark
Par Henry Turner. 2015
A finalist for the Edgar Award for Best Young Mystery. “Gritty, atmospheric . . . deals with intense issues around…
family, violence, and class.” (School Library Journal).Billy Zeets has a story to tell. About being a vandal and petty thief. About missing boys and an elusive killer. And about what happens if a boy who breaks all the rules is the only person who can piece together the truth. Gripping and powerful, this masterful debut novel comes to vivid life through the unique voice of a hero as unlikely as he is unforgettable. “Ask the Dark will keep you up all night, and its flawed, real hero will haunt your day. I wish I’d written it.”—Michael Grant, New York Times-bestselling author of the Gone series“Absolutely remarkable. Readers will line up for this one.”—Michael Cart, past president of YALSA and ALAN“Flawed but observant and courageous, Billy and his taut storytelling will engage readers of all stripes.”—Kirkus Reviews“Turner does a superlative job of developing the distinct and sonorous voice of a troubled teen. Teen fans of suspense, atypical protagonists, and thrillers will be engaged by this unique novel.”—VOYA“A compelling, offbeat tale.”—Publishers Weekly“Harrowing.”—BulletinHis Lordship's Pleasure (The Regency Intrigue Series #5)
Par M. C. Beaton. 2011
A widow in reduced circumstances makes a desperate offer—and discovers romance and danger—in a suspenseful tale by a New York…
Times–bestselling author. Annabelle Carruthers could only dream of being kissed by a man as dashing as Lord Darkwood. Instead, she remained locked in misery, married to a rakish drunk who gambled their lives into financial and social ruin. But his sudden death—and rumors of spies and treachery—only made matters worse. Burdened with gambling debts, Annabelle feared she was on her way to the poorhouse. The only solution she could see was to offer herself up as mistress to the mysterious Lord Darkwood. Darkwood, however, was too much of a gentleman to take advantage of a lady such as Annabelle. Still, he was quite interested in rumors of her husband&’s espionage—a curiosity that would soon place them both in grave danger . . . This tale of love and intrigue in Regency England, originally published under the name Marion Chesney, comes from the beloved bestselling author of the Hamish Macbeth and Agatha Raisin mystery series.Star Wars: The Eye of Darkness (Star Wars: The High Republic #4)
Par George Mann. 2023
One year after the tragic events of The Fallen Star, the Jedi fight to break the Nihil&’s control over the…
galaxy. The galaxy is divided. Following the shocking destruction of Starlight Beacon, the Nihil have established an impenetrable barrier called the Stormwall around part of the Outer Rim, where Marchion Ro rules and his followers wreak havoc at his every whim. Jedi trapped behind enemy lines, including Avar Kriss, must fight to help the worlds being pillaged by the Nihil while staying one step ahead of the marauders and their Nameless terrors. Outside the Nihil&’s so-called Occlusion Zone, Elzar Mann, Bell Zettifar, and the other Jedi work alongside the Republic to reach the worlds that have been cut off from the rest of the galaxy. But every attempt to breach the Stormwall has failed, and even communication across the barrier is impossible. The failures and losses weigh heavily upon both Elzar and Bell as they search desperately for a solution. But even if the Republic and Jedi forces manage to breach the Stormwall, how can the Jedi fight back against the Nameless creatures that prey on the Jedi&’s connection to the Force? And what other horrors does Marchion Ro have in store? As desperation for both the Jedi and the Republic grows, any hope of reuniting the galaxy could be all but extinguished. . . .Dragon Storm #5: Kai and Boneshadow (Dragon Storm #5)
Par Alastair Chisholm. 2022
Enter a world of secret dragons! Young Kai and his fellow dragonseers must use their powers to protect their kingdom…
from dark forces in this action-packed chapter-book fantasy series, perfect for readers of Dragon Masters!Kai and his fellow dragonseers practice their powers in a hidden cavern known as Guild Hall. But when the royal prince invites them to the palace, the dragonseers must leave the safety of their hideout. There they encounter a fearsome dragon and a mystical potion in a secret lair! The others sense danger, but Kai feels strangely drawn to a mysterious dark force, one with the power to destroy. Will he ignore the warnings of his own loyal dragon, Boneshadow, and risk losing everything to explore the dangerous unknown?Soar into more Dragon Storm adventures!#1 Tom and Ironskin#2 Cara and Silverthief#3 Ellis and Pathseeker#4 Mira and Flameteller#5 Kai and BoneshadowHis Dark Materials: Once Upon a Time in the North, Gift Edition (His Dark Materials)
Par Philip Pullman. 2008
A stunning new edition of this prequel episode from Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials universe that tells how aeronaut Lee Scoresby…
and the armored bear Iorek Byrnison first met. Now with full-color illustrations from Chris Wormell.After winning his hot-air balloon in a poker game, Lee Scoresby and his dæmon, Hester, find themselves floating north. On landing, it&’s not long before Scoresby is embroiled in a deadly plot involving an oil magnate, a corrupt mayoral candidate, and Lee&’s longtime nemesis—a hired killer. Lee&’s been in tight spots before, but getting out of this mess will require some sharp shooting and the help of an unlikely new ally—the massive, surly, armored bear Iorek Byrnison. Newly illustrated in full color by renowned print-maker Chris Wormell, this edition is a wonderfully gift-worthy production.Heather and the Stormy Birthday (Heather Whirl, Weather Girl)
Par Linda Oatman High. 2023
Get whisked away with Heather Whirl, Weather Girl, and her magical umbrella as she explores extreme weather and climate science…
in this new STEM chapter book series perfect for young readers ages 6–9.Heather Whirl is fascinated by the weather! With eyes that change color in response to rain or wind or heat, Heather would like nothing more than to be a meteorologist or a climate scientist when she grows up. When Heather turns eight, her eccentric great-grandmother gives her a family heirloom—an umbrella with the power to teleport her to areas experiencing wild weather conditions. Heather&’s umbrella has a built-in magical doppler that alerts her to wild weather happening somewhere. In the blink of an eye, Heather travels to the middle of a superstorm! Heather observes and learns about the weather, but also lends a helping hand and documents her adventures with her friend Edward and animal companions Fog the dog and a lizard named Blizzard. Her journal entries, notes from her helpers, definitions, and activities provide additional information for the curious reader.Aftershock: A Donovan Nash Novel (A Donovan Nash Thriller #5)
Par Philip Donlay. 2018
Best-Selling and Award-Winning AuthorEarthquakes, poisonous gas, lava flows—Donovan Nash flies headlong into a volcanic nightmare The flames of Donovan Nash's…
worst nightmare are fanned to life when Stephanie VanGelder, one of those closest to him, is kidnapped in the volcanic powder keg of a lawless Guatemala. With help from his inner circle that includes his estranged wife, Dr. Lauren McKenna, Donovan races headlong into the world of corruption and deception. Battling the kidnappers, as well as the deadly gas and lava from the impending eruption of a volcano, Donovan only has one chance to save Stephanie. Amid earthquakes, volcanic ash, and lava from the eruption, the rescue goes horribly wrong, and Donovan is forced to find a way for everyone, including a mysterious woman who holds the secrets to his past, to escape one of the most powerful forces on earth.Aftershock is the story of Donovan Nash, a man battling his torturous past, while struggling to survive the volcano along with those who matter most to him. In the face of impending death, Donovan must garner the courage to endure a shocking revelation he's sought for decades?a truth that will change him forever.Perfect for fans of David Baldacci and Daniel Silva While all of the novels in the Donovan Nash Series stand on their own and can be read in any order, the publication sequence is:Category Five Code Black Zero Separation Deadly Echoes Aftershock Pegasus Down Seconds to Midnight Speed the DawnSeconds to Midnight (A Donovan Nash Thriller #7)
Par Philip Donlay. 2017
Best-Selling and Award-Winning AuthorDonovan Nash's good deed leads to terror with horrifying repercussions While on a routine Eco-Watch flight above…
northern Canada to study one of the most powerful solar flares in history, Donovan Nash and Michael Ross narrowly miss colliding with another aircraft?a Boeing 737 that's not supposed to be there. With the mysterious 737 trailing smoke, Donovan and Michael watch as the stricken aircraft makes an emergency landing on a frozen lake. As the Boeing breaks through the ice and begins to sink, a figure escapes into the frigid water and manages to climb up onto the ice. Donovan reaches the lone survivor and discovers it's a young woman. Just before she blacks out, she whispers a dire warning, "Don't let them know I'm alive?they'll kill everyone."Seconds to Midnight plunges Donovan Nash and the Eco-Watch team into a fight for their lives. While Donovan searches for answers at the bottom of a frozen lake in Canada, his wife, Lauren, runs from operatives embedded in the top levels of the Russian Government. With communication in the Northern Hemisphere crippled by the massive solar storm, Donovan, Michael, and Lauren battle for each second—as the clock ticks toward a possible Armageddon.Perfect for fans of David Baldacci and Vince Flynn While all of the novels in the Donovan Nash Series stand on their own and can be read in any order, the publication sequence is:Category Five Code Black Zero Separation Deadly Echoes Aftershock Pegasus Down Seconds to Midnight Speed the DawnDeadly Echoes: A Novel (A Donovan Nash Thriller #4)
Par Philip Donlay. 2014
Best-Selling and Award-Winning AuthorHas Donovan Nash gone mad? Donovan Nash is a man under siege, and this time it's personal.…
Eco-Watch, the premier scientific research organization he founded, is being blamed for a series of violent eco-atrocities that ignite protests around the world. Behind the attacks is Garrick Pearce, a man from Donovan's past, who is bent on a ruthless vendetta. Garrick has promised that after he annihilates Eco-Watch, he'll murder everyone close to Nash. Recoiling from the damage, Donovan enlists the help of Erica, a woman who claims she has information Donovan needs, but her knowledge makes her a marked woman. Running from trained killers, the FBI and even his own organization, Donovan races from Southern California to British Columbia, then finally to Alaska where he joins Eco-Watch personnel and desperately tries to stop what promises to be the worst eco-atrocity in history. With his world in tatters and everything he built seemingly destroyed, Donovan is forced to make one last desperate gamble to stop Garrick and silence the man forever—a roll of the dice that may very well cost Nash his life.Perfect for fans of Grant Blackwood and Mark Greaney While all of the novels in the Donovan Nash Series stand on their own and can be read in any order, the publication sequence is:Category Five Code Black Zero Separation Deadly Echoes Aftershock Pegasus Down Seconds to Midnight Speed the DawnCategory Five: A Novel (A Donovan Nash Thriller #1)
Par Philip Donlay. 2005
Best-Selling and Award-Winning AuthorWhen the only option is to maneuver a crippled plane into the calm eye of a category…
five hurricane In the Atlantic Ocean, Hurricane Helena is gathering strength, becoming the most powerful storm in recorded history. As Helena bears down on Bermuda, Donovan Nash, along with other members of the scientific research organization Eco-Watch, are called to fly in and extract key government people who have been studying Helena. For Donovan, the routine mission turns deadly when an attempt is made on the life of the lead scientist. A woman from the past, Dr. Lauren McKenna, is suddenly thrust back into his life. With 300 mph winds and waves over 90 feet, Helena marches relentlessly for the vulnerable east coast of the United States. In a bold attempt to diffuse the power of the hurricane, Eco-Watch is called upon to conduct a final flight above the massive fury, where the jet suffers a catastrophic engine failure. Now the only option is to maneuver the crippled airplane into the calm of Helena's eye.Perfect for fans of Vince Flynn and Daniel Silva While all of the novels in the Donovan Nash Series stand on their own and can be read in any order, the publication sequence is:Category Five Code Black Zero Separation Deadly Echoes Aftershock Pegasus Down Seconds to Midnight Speed the DawnSpeed the Dawn (A Donovan Nash Thriller #8)
Par Philip Donlay. 2018
Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Award Silver Winner for Thriller & Suspense Unrelenting showers of meteor fragments hit Northern…
California—massive fires—power grid failure—millions at risk Hundreds of white-hot meteor fragments plunge toward Earth near Monterey Bay, California. Huge fires ignite the tinder-dry landscape and, as the sun sets, the power grid collapses and the fires grow, illuminating a nightmare created in hell itself. Donovan Nash realizes he is trapped. Injured and growing desperate, his options dwindling, Donovan fights to keep himself and a small band of survivors alive until dawn, when they can make one last attempt to escape the inferno. Meanwhile, Donovan's wife, Dr. Lauren McKenna, working with the Pentagon as well as the Forest Service, envisions a bold approach to stop the fire from spreading all the way to the Bay Area and the seven million residents living there. She's terrified that, if not executed perfectly, her plan could cause the death of thousands of people—including Donovan.In the style of Clive Cussler, best-selling author Philip Donlay climbs to a new height of terror in his 8th Donovan Nash thriller While all of the novels in the Donovan Nash Series stand on their own and can be read in any order, the publication sequence is:Category Five Code Black Zero Separation Deadly Echoes Aftershock Pegasus Down Seconds to Midnight Speed the Dawn