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'Fresh, original and intriguing from start to finish!' Janice Hallett, bestselling author of The Examiner and The Appeal'Splendid . .…
. introduces readers to an unforgettable new sleuth, the indomitable Miss Hortense' Washington Post'More than a cosy crime mystery . . . it's the story of a community' Jennie Godfrey, author of The List of Suspicious ThingsDeath has come to her doorstep . . .Retired nurse, avid gardener, renowned cake maker and fearless sleuth Miss Hortense has lived in Bigglesweigh, a quiet Birmingham suburb, since she emigrated from Jamaica in 1960. She takes great pride in her home, starching her lace curtains bright white, and she can tell if she's been short-changed on turmeric before she's even taken her first bite of a beef patty. Thirty-five years of nursing have also left her afraid of nobody - be they a local drug dealer or a priest - and an expert in deciphering other people's secrets with just a glance.Miss Hortense uses her skills to investigate the investments of the Pardner network - a special community of Black investors, determined to help their people succeed. But when an unidentified man is found dead in one of the Pardner's homes, a Bible quote noted down beside his body, Miss Hortense's long-buried past comes rushing back to greet her, bringing memories of the worst moment of her life, one which her community has never let her forget.It is time for Miss Hortense to solve a mystery that will see her, and the community she loves, tested to their limits.'A beautiful novel, suffused with fondness and wit . . . highly entertaining' Alexander McCall Smith, author of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Series'Unique, compulsive, and laugh-out-loud brilliant!' Nadine Matheson, author of The Jigsaw Man'A vibrant tribute to the Windrush generation' Jessica Bull, author of Miss Austen Investigates
Strengthening Family Resilience, Third Edition
Par Froma Walsh. 2016
In this widely used course text and practitioner resource, Froma Walsh provides a state-of-the-art framework for understanding resilience in families…
and how to foster it. Illuminating the complex interplay of biopsychosocial influences in risk and resilience, she identifies key transactional processes that enable struggling families to grow stronger and more resourceful. Case illustrations demonstrate Walsh's collaborative approach with diverse families facing a wide range of crisis situations and chronic multistress challenges. The book features practice principles, tools, and guidelines, as well as programmatic applications. New to This Edition *Incorporates the latest practice advances and resilience research. *Chapter on assessment tools and strategies. *Chapter on disruptive transitions across the family life cycle. *Expanded coverage of war-related and collective trauma.
Hockey Night in Kenya (Orca Echoes)
Par Eric Walters, Danson Mutinda. 2020
★ “This simple story of discovery, sport, and friendship is filled with likable characters and innocently joyful moments...Delightful.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred…
review Kenyan orphans, Kitoo and Nigosi, spend their days studying, playing soccer, helping their elders with chores around the orphanage and reading from the limited selection of books in their library. When the librarian gives Kitoo a copy of Sports Around the World he becomes fascinated by an image of the Canadian national men's ice hockey team. Then one day the fates align and Kitoo finds a pair of beat-up old roller blades. He teaches himself to skate and dreams of one day playing hockey like the men in his book. But you can’t play ice hockey in Kenya, can you?
Make a Difference Leader Guide: Following Your Passion and Finding Your Place to Serve (Make a Difference)
Par James A. Harnish. 2017
In Make a Difference, author James A. Harnish helps United Methodists answer the questions "How can I contribute to God’s…
healing work in this world?" and "How can I find my place to serve and make a difference?" Drawing upon biblical wisdom and real stories of real people who have found their place to serve, he provides practical guidance to help every disciple make a difference as a participant in God’s transformation of the world.The Leader Guide contains everything needed to guide a group through the six-week study including session plans and discussion questions, as well as multiple format options.
The Indo-Europeans Rediscovered: How a Scientific Revolution is Rewriting Their Story
Par J. P. Mallory. 2025
A lifetime's study brings revealing expertise to an oft-misunderstood topic in human history—the origin and language of the Indo-Europeans. Today…
the number of native speakers of Indo-European languages across the world is approximated to be over 2.6 billion—about 45 percent of the Earth’s population. Yet the idea that an ancient, prehistoric population in one time and place gave rise to a wide variety of peoples and languages is one with a long and troubled past. In this expansive investigation, based on more than forty years of research, archaeologist J. P. Mallory navigates the complex history of our search for the Indo-European homeland, offering fresh insight into the debates surrounding origin, as well as the latest genetic research. In this compelling account, Mallory explores ancient migrations, linguistics, and archaeology, applying cutting-edge genetic research to untangle the key arguments with wit and verve. He addresses how the controversial idea of a single, shared homeland has been viewed by scientists, archaeologists, and linguists across the past century and reconsiders how, in the case of the Nazis and more recent nationalist movements, they have been manipulated for political advantage. The author goes on to analyze the linguistic trail linking current populations to the Indo-Europeans, looking at Sanskrit, Greek, Latin, and more, as he traces linguistic origins across multiple peoples and cultures, bringing the most up-to-date phylogenetic research to bear on this story. Ultimately this important volume offers the most conclusive and nuanced understanding of an oft-misrepresented and misunderstood topic.
Edge Computing: Systems and Applications
Par Weisong Shi, Lanyu Xu. 2025
Understand the computing technology that will power a connected future The explosive growth of the Internet of Things (IoT) in…
recent years has revolutionized virtually every area of technology. It has also driven a drastically increased demand for computing power, as traditional cloud computing proved insufficient in terms of bandwidth, latency, and privacy. Edge computing, in which data is processed at the edge of the network, closer to where it’s generated, has emerged as an alternative which meets the new data needs of an increasingly connected world. Edge Computing offers a thorough but accessible overview of this cutting-edge technology. Beginning with the fundamentals of edge computing, including its history, key characteristics, and use cases, it describes the architecture and infrastructure of edge computing and the hardware that enables it. The book also explores edge intelligence, where artificial intelligence is integrated into edge computing to enable smaller, faster, and more autonomous decision-making. The result is an essential tool for any researcher looking to understand this increasingly ubiquitous method for processing data. Edge Computing readers will also find: Real-world applications and case studies drawn from industries including healthcare and urban developmentDetailed discussion of topics including latency, security, privacy, and scalabilityA concluding summary of key findings and a look forward at an evolving computing landscape Edge Computing is ideal for students, professionals, and enthusiasts looking to understand one of technology’s most exciting new paradigms.
Pharmaceutical Polymer Formulations and its Applications
Par Raj K. Keservani, Rajesh K. Kesharwani, Eknath D. Ahire. 2025
The book is an essential resource for anyone in the pharmaceutical field, as it provides in-depth insights into the versatile…
roles of polymers in controlled drug delivery, highlighting their critical applications in product innovation, development, and manufacturing. Pharmaceutical Polymer Formulations and Its Applications provides an overview of the applications of pharmaceutical polymers in the vast field of controlled drug delivery. Polymers have the potential for a range of uses in the design of pharmaceutical dosage forms. They can be used as suspending, emulsifying, binding, or flocculant agents, as well as adhesives and packaging and coating materials. They can be used to make gels, nanoparticles, microparticles, and various capsules. Polymers have played an indispensable role in the manufacture of pharmaceutical products. This volume includes various polymers used in pharmacy based on their applications. The overviews focus on the use of pharmaceutical polymers for controlled drug delivery applications. Examples of pharmaceutical polymers and the principles of controlled drug delivery are outlined, and applications of polymers for controlled drug delivery are also discussed. Readers will find the book: Explores the latest tactics utilized for the application of polymers in the healthcare industry; Showcases the numerous innovations of polymers in manufacturing of pharmaceuticals; Provides essential elements for the conceptualization and comprehension of polymer products by highlighting their aspects and overcoming manufacturing, regulatory, and quality control obstacles. Audience The book will interest chemists and healthcare professionals interested in pharmaceutical innovation using polymers.
From a USA Today–bestselling author, a wealthy loner falls for the beautiful stranger he has hired to mother his child.…
A Billionaire’s Baby Plan Desmond Pierce wants a child—but the conventional route won’t do for the reclusive inventor. Enter McKenna Moore, a medical student willing to be a surrogate mom . . . and to marry by proxy without ever meeting her husband. But when the baby’s health requires McKenna to not only face Desmond but also live with him, their chemistry explodes. Soon McKenna is in his bed, where he wants her to stay. But saying yes to making their marriage real puts McKenna’s dreams at risk—and forces Desmond to reevaluate everything he’s ever wanted . . .
Playing Mr. Right: A Billionaire Boss Workplace Romance (Switching Places #2)
Par Kat Cantrell. 2018
USA TODAY bestselling author“We’ll be working very closely together.”Investigative reporter Laurel Dixon wants to save the world. And she’ll do…
it by exposing fraud at LeBlanc Charities, by playing the man in charge. Yet smart, sexy, caring Xavier LeBlanc is unexpected. Going undercover allows her to be the bold woman she’s always wanted to be. But when she ends up under his covers, will she choose the story of a lifetime…or a life with Mr. Right?
Murder for the Bride
Par John D. Macdonald. 1951
Dillon Bryant, a successful engineer, is off on assignment after finishing his honeymoon. But news from home comes that his…
new bride, Laura, a beautiful woman whom he had met only weeks before proposing marriage, is in deep trouble. By the time he gets to her, Laura has been murdered. Filled with grief and rage, he cannot leave it up to the police to solve the case - he wants his own kind of revenge against the killer . . .
THE JANUARY 6 REPORT: Findings from the Select Committee to Investigate the Attack on the U.S. Capitol with Reporting, Analysis and Visuals by The New York Times
Par The New York Times, The January 6 Select Committee. 2022
With exclusive reporting, eyewitness accounts and analysis from the Pulitzer Prize-winning staff of The New York Times, this edition of THE…
JANUARY 6 REPORT offers the definitive record of the attack on the U.S. Capitol. Read the report from the select committee&’s investigation into the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol, with accompanying insights from New York Times reporters who&’ve covered the story from the beginning. This edition from The New York Times and Twelve Books contains: • THE JANUARY 6 REPORT from the Select Committee • Reporting and analysis from The New York Times that puts the committee&’s findings in context • A timeline of key events • Photos and illustrations, including detailed maps that show the paths insurrectionists took to breach the Capitol • Interviews, transcripts and documents that complement the Committee&’s investigation • A list of key participants from the Jan. 6 hearings A critical examination of the facts and circumstances surrounding that dark day, THE JANUARY 6 REPORT promises to be the definitive account of what happened, with recommendations from the committee about how to safeguard the future of American democracy.
When a chance at being a bridesmaid turns into a chance at being the bride . . . how could…
she possibly refuse?Hudson Hopper is in some trouble. After doing his business partner a favour by hiring his younger sister, Sloane, as his assistant, Hudson very quickly finds out that she is a massive distraction. But when Sloane is asked to fill in as a bridesmaid for another of Hudson's business partners, she comes up with an equal trade. She'll be a part of the regency-themed wedding - corset and all - if Hudson marries her. Sloane knows the value of the trade: he needs her, and she needs his wedding ring to get her into a high-society club and further her career. It's an instant no from Hudson at first, but when she convinces him that no one will find out - including her brother - and that he will certainly benefit from the marriage too . . . well, Hudson suddenly finds himself saying 'I do.'Also a standalone, this is the third book in Meghan Quinn's steamy and hilarious Bridesmaid for Hire series: all the comical chaos of Bridget Jones, the romcom tension of Anyone But You, and the irresistibly spicy flirtations of The Idea of You . . .READERS LOVE THE BRIDESMAID FOR HIRE SERIES... 'Outrageously laugh-out-loud funny' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The way I completely obsessed about this book was not okay!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Perfect combination of sweet, sassy, funny and spicy' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The banter was top tier! The spice was amazing!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'All the brother's-best-friend, fake-dating, enemies-to-lovers goodness packaged together in an adventure full of second-hand embarrassment and swoon-worthy moments' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'OH MY!!!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Forbidden Temptation: a love triangle spicy romance
Par Samantha Morgan. 2021
One encounter, three loves at first sight. When Craig sees Camille for the first time, he does not realize that…
he has a crush on her, and she on him. His best friend Julien, on the other hand, does everything to seduce the beauty. When he comes back to town ten years later, Craig moves in with the couple, altough he never really managed to forget Camille. In any event, it’s too late to make her his. But a vacation with friends reveals long-buried secrets. Camille is not happy in her relationship, and the presence of Craig, whose gaze destabilizes her, doesn’t help the situation...
Algebra: A Computational Introduction (Studies in Advanced Mathematics)
Par John Scherk. 2000
Adequate texts that introduce the concepts of abstract algebra are plentiful. None, however, are more suited to those needing a…
mathematical background for careers in engineering, computer science, the physical sciences, industry, or finance than Algebra: A Computational Introduction. Along with a unique approach and presentation, the author demonstrates how software can be used as a problem-solving tool for algebra. A variety of factors set this text apart. Its clear exposition, with each chapter building upon the previous ones, provides greater clarity for the reader. The author first introduces permutation groups, then linear groups, before finally tackling abstract groups. He carefully motivates Galois theory by introducing Galois groups as symmetry groups. He includes many computations, both as examples and as exercises. All of this works to better prepare readers for understanding the more abstract concepts. By carefully integrating the use of Mathematica throughout the book in examples and exercises, the author helps readers develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of the material. The numerous exercises and examples along with downloads available from the Internet help establish a valuable working knowledge of Mathematica and provide a good reference for complex problems encountered in the field.
Taming the Heart (Crimson Ridge)
Par Elliott Rose. 2025
In this steamy age-gap, forbidden-love cowboy romance for fans of Lyla Sage, Bailey Hannah, and Elsie Silver, a free spirit…
finds herself working for a former pro bull rider... who has secrets behind those ocean-deep eyes. Being hired by a ranch for the summer sounds picture-perfect, right? Except your new boss looks a whole lot like every fantasy and daydream you&’ve ever had come to life—oh, and he&’s already accidentally seen your favorite &‘toy&’. I&’ve always been the hyper-independent free spirit. Sage Maloney, the wild child. The eldest daughter, with my heart locked away safely out of sight. I had a summer of fun ahead of me. Only, I didn&’t count on a former pro bull rider to stride into my life. Beau Heartford. The much older cowboy with a mustache to go weak at the knees for. He&’s a whole package of temptation. Someone who lures me in with glimpses of what it might be like to let my guard down… to be taken care of. My married boss. Summer days rapidly turn scorching in this sleepy little town among the mountains. As the temperature continues to climb, we&’re both stuck fighting a mutual attraction we can&’t ignore. Sparks fly, and we really should be putting more distance between the two of us. In this scenario, more is at stake than just crossing a line between boss and employee. There&’s a wedding band on this cowboy&’s finger.
Damn Roommate: a slow burn spicy romance
Par Lou Garance. 2022
Falling for your brother’s best friend? Not a good idea! Moving in with him? Even worse! When she moves in…
with her brother’s roommate and his group of friends, Scarlett feels like she’s really in for it. She couldn’t get Nolan Jones out of her head while living thousands of miles away from him, so how could she possibly forget him now that she’s back in Boston? Especially now that she occupies the room right next to his? Yet her lifelong crush gives her no reason to hope. Nolan teases her like she’s his little sister! Scarlett knows she has to accept that he will never see her otherwise. But between the evenings spent challenging each other, the unsettling closeness on the couch and the new spark she sees in Nolan’s eyes, never might be coming sooner rather than later.
Wild and Wrangled: A Rebel Blue Ranch Novel (Rebel Blue Ranch)
Par Lyla Sage. 2025
She&’s the one that got away. He&’s the one that never let her go.#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From…
the bestselling author of Done and Dusted and Swift and Saddled, the next book in the Rebel Blue Ranch series, a small-town romance in which past lovers get a second chance to rediscover what they lost&“The perfect farewell . . . I dare you to get to the last page without turning right back around to walk through the gates of Rebel Blue all over again. I&’ll see you there.&”—Jessica Joyce, USA Today bestselling author of The Ex VowsCamille Ashwood had always loved a plan. Her latest was her best yet. She was going to get married so she could secure her daughter&’s future, get her overbearing parents off her back, and finally start building her own life in small-town Meadowlark, Wyoming. Easy, right?But when her groom doesn&’t show up to the wedding, Cam&’s life is turned upside down—she doesn&’t even have a place to live. That is until she finds out the house she&’s loved since high school is available to rent. There&’s only one problem: the neighbor.Dusty Tucker has spent nearly all of his adult life running. Running from what, though? More like who: Cam Ashwood. But ever since he returned home last year, the girl who was his first, well, everything has become a woman seemingly determined to keep him at arm&’s length. And he was okay with that—at least, that&’s what he kept telling himself. She was getting married, after all. But now she&’s single and living next door. Dusty wants to show her that they can be friends, and that he can stay put.Despite her best attempts to stay far away from Dusty Tucker, Cam realizes that being close to him is like slipping into her favorite jeans. Easy. Comfortable. That is until past wounds start to open and feelings—both old and new—wreak havoc. Nearly ten years after they first met, Dusty and Cam begin to wonder if their first love can also be their last. And this time, will it be forever?
Live, Ranch, Love: A Novel (Willow Ridge Series #1)
Par Emma Lucy. 2024
A sweet and sexy enemies-to-lovers romance about a wellness influencer who returns to her late aunt’s ranch in Colorado where…
she clashes with the grumpy and handsome head rancher. She’s here to sell my ranch, but now I think she might steal my heart.Rory Jones prided herself on the successful life she’d built as a wellness influencer and author—until she walked in on her boyfriend with another woman after a family funeral. Forced to run away to her late great aunt’s ranch in Colorado, Rory’s hoping that fixing up and selling the place will help her find her confidence and inspiration to write again.But Wyatt Hensley, the grumpy head rancher, isn’t willing to hand over the reins to the job he gave everything up for. Especially not to a yoga-loving, manifestation guru who doesn’t even know how to ride a horse. Yet, with a past that’s taught him to not bother dreaming anymore, even Wyatt knows he can’t hold on forever.Until one day they strike a deal that might just save both of their careers—help Rory turn the ranch into a wellness retreat and Wyatt can stay.With Rory’s shattered self-confidence and Wyatt’s last drop of hope also on the line, staying professional is a must. But can they ignore the sizzling tension growing between them that could jeopardize it all?Especially when the rocky path ahead seems a lot easier with the other riding beside them.
Chasing the Wild (Crimson Ridge)
Par Elliott Rose. 2024
In this steamy age-gap, forbidden-love cowboy romance for fans of Lyla Sage, Bailey Hanna, and Elsie Silver, a veterinarian is…
snowed in on a remote mountain ranch in Montana with the one man she definitely should not be fantasizing about…her ex-boyfriend&’s sexy, brooding father. I&’ve always done what was expected of me. Layla Birch, the good girl. Forced to grow up too fast. To take care of everything myself. I had a plan. Only, I didn&’t count on him. Colton Wilder. The cowboy nearly twice my age. He&’s my dream man. One who takes care of me, gives me a job, and makes my pulse thud harder every time he comes near.My ex-boyfriend&’s father. The nights are long and cold on top of this mountain. As the snow grows thicker and the tension builds between us, we&’re both inching closer to a line we shouldn&’t cross. Each day, it grows harder to resist the man who looks at me with longing in his eyes. It&’s tempting to forget about being the good girl for once. No one would find out. Would they?
-Lennon-Rule #1: Committing crimes is not a group project.Rule #2: Don't start fights. Finish them.Rule #3: Don't try to hustle…
a hustler.I should have walked away. I should have ignored that sweet-talking cowboy. Good things don't happen to people like me. Good people stay away from people like me.But that cowboy wouldn't leave me alone.He should have known better. After all, if you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.-Carson James-Rule #1: When you're holding a grudge, don't think about how attractive the object of your hatred is.Rule #2: When you do think about how attractive she is, ignore it. It'll go away. Probably.Rule #3: When you're stealing a car, it helps to have the keys.That girl was trouble. I knew it from the moment I laid eyes on her bruised knuckles in the bar.The last thing I expected was for her to show up on the ranch and bring that trouble to my front door.I always liked playing with fire, but apparently, so did she. Only time will tell which one of us is going to get burned.Fire Line is the third and final book in the Kindle bestselling Griffith Brothers series, but can also be read as a standalone. If you can't get enough of Carson James and his brothers, make sure you look out for Dust Storm and Down Pour too!REAL READERS ARE OBSESSED WITH THE GRIFFITH BROTHERS'I literally could not put this down. I'm pretty sure I finished it within 4 hours of it hitting my inbox. So SERIOUSLY GUYS, get off your butts and order this book NOW!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I have fallen in love with the Griffith family and I don't want to leave!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book is everything! Single dad, city girl meets small town, heroine who loves wearing only high heels, COWBOYS, and forced proximity?? Sign me up' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Could NOT put it down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book. Holy hell . . . I am officially obsessed with the Griffith family. The layers. The character development. The world building. The spice!!!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The chemistry is off the charts. I laughed, swooned, and even cried. You have to read this book!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Oh how I fell in love with Christian!! . . . my new book boyfriend' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐