When Brittany Ellis walks into chemistry class on the first day of senior year she has no clue that her carefully created perfect" life is about to unravel before her eyes. Forced to be lab partners with Alex Fuentes a gang member from the other side of town Brittany finds herself having to protect everything she's worked so hard for
- her flawless reputation her relationship with her boyfriend & most importantly the secret that her home life is anything but perfect. Alex is a bad boy & he knows it. So when he makes a bet with his friends to lure Brittany into his life he thinks nothing of it. But the closer Alex & Brittany get to each other the more they realise that sometimes appearances can be deceptive & that you have to look beneath the surface to discover the truth."
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A perfect Christmas would be for a father to be reuinted with his daughter. When Glen Trainer is framed for a crime he didn't commit he loses his home his business & worst of all his daughter. Years later living rough on the streets of Leicester Glen meets Jan Clayton. She too has a heartbreaking story to tell & together they find the courage to start afresh. As Christmas approaches Glen gets ever closer to finding his daughter but will his wish for a perfect Christmas come true? ...

Tony Fletchers biography of the enigmatic quartet from Athens Georgia benefits not only from Tonys long association with the band but also by the co-operation of the band itself. However R.E.M.
- being R.E.M.
- were disinclined to reveal this at the time the book was first published in 1989 & Tony was thus obliged to keep this under his hat. All such restrictions have since been lifted for newer editions of which there have been several & this latest incarnation of the book
- now retitled Perfect Circle
- brings the story to its natural conclusion with R.E.M.s decision to disband in September 2011. Discussing fame fortune & sexuality with the same keen eye he casts on the groups astonishing musical catalogue Perfect Circle is neither blind fan worship nor jaundiced critical cynicism but a balanced & thorough telling of one of the most compelling rock stories of our time. Drawing on dozens of interviews with friends associates & the band members themselves this is not just the story of one groups rise through cult status but the story of American rock.



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Some people dream of winning while others dream of losing their fears. However ambitious or basic your goal Kelly Marks is on hand to help you make that dream a reality. Despite major setbacks early on Kelly Marks was determined to live a life with horses & went on to win BSJA showjumping championships & major races as a Lady Jockey; she finished her racing career winning the Ladies European Championship. Kelly has since gone on to become Britains most popular Equine Problem Solver" & founder of the Intelligent Horsemanship organisation which helps horses & people worldwide. Kellys first two books went on to be international bestsellers but this book could be her most valuable yet. As true horse people know while technique & knowledge are essential for good horsemanship how you feel about yourself is the missing link to the greatest results. Using the proven techniques in this book you will learn how to: resolve your fears when dealing with horses; be the confident person your horse needs you to be; be your own best friend as well as your horses; stop making excuses; plan your goals & reach your dreams; & plan hacking success or championship success!" ...

The way we treat our windows has seen a dramatic change over the last few years. Traditional lined & interlined curtains with structured swags pelmets & fussy tiebacks have been replaced by curtains that are more relaxed lighter & multifunctional. There is now a vast amount of choice & very few rules -and the results are wonderful. Perfect Curtains presents a collection of stunning new curtain designs & window treatments from homes in the UK France North America & South Africa from decorative sheers to multi-layered solutions from the understated elegance of natural linen to the luxurious appeal of silk. Stephanie Hoppen has interviewed designers fabric manufacturers & curtain makers from around the world to offer expert advice on fabric choice design techniques & style to help guide you through the various options & find the best solutions for your home. New technology in textile design has resulted in some amazing new materials & the variety can be overwhelming. Perfect Curtains lets the fabric take centre stage with chapters focusing on plain & decorative sheers natural cottons & linens glamorous silks & velvets lightweight & heavyweight woven wools graphic & floral patterns & other materials such as natural fibres. It looks at the very best examples of window treatments for every room & shape of window with special attention paid to headings hardware & details. In each chapter unique fabric palettes offer a handpicked selection of the most exciting new fabrics from leading international manufacturers & decorators tips offer advice on poles & finials headings linings layering borders & trimmings. ...

When Ralph Bennetts life seems it can get no worse in walks a man with a box that clearly is worth its weigh in gold. Ralph cant help but steal it desperate for money & any way out of his life as a servant. He ignores the boxs warning & opens it unwittingly releasing his Doppelg (t)nger -- his perfect double. Evil double that is. The Doppelg (t)nger unleashes havoc throughout the city & soon Ralph finds himself accused of murder. With the Doppelg (t)nger & the police always close behind Ralph & his friend Myrtle desperately try to find a way to defeat the supernatural embodiment of evil & while staying out of the gallows. When they finally confront the Doppelg (t)nger in the ultimate showdown only one can emerge victorious. But which Ralph will survive? ...

Perfect English Cottage" explores 18 inspirational homes that celebrate the best of cottage style in the English countryside. The book looks at the decorating & design solutions that make the cottages as attractive inside as out as well as practical & comfortable to live in. Bestselling author Ros Byam Shaw takes a fresh look at this perennially appealing style which she divides into five chapters: Character Holiday Romance Simplicity & Elegance. The featured homes are incredibly varied from a tiny house with exposed beams to a pared-down Georgian gem to a picture-perfect cottage with roses over the door-and plenty more adorning the interior. Each section ends with a Get The Look page with ideas for recreating the style in your own home." ...

Perfect English Farmhouse celebrates the characteristic style & fascinating history of the classic farmhouse & shows how to turn your own home into a welcoming retreat. Farmhouse is a word that conjures an array of appealing associations: fresh eggs & baby lambs chunky beams & flagged floors cream teas & harvest suppers a place of welcome & plenty. With their generous kitchens & meandering layout the architectural informality of the farmhouse suits modern lifestyles. Through a series of case studies Perfect English Farmhouse explores contemporary farmhouse style. The book is divided into chapters according to style: Organic Traditional Farm Fresh No Frills & Funky & at the end of each chapter a spread highlights the key elements of that particular decorative look. There is also a comprehensive listing of suppliers to help readers create their very own perfect farmhouse style. ...

The Perfect Fool" charts the progress of a collection of misfits spread across the wide open spaces of Arizona & the narrow streets of South London all unwittingly caught up in a quest for the Holy Grail. Mr Lewis believes he was once an astronaut; Sid & Dannys Dire Straits covers band isnt exactly filling the pubs of Streatham; Tracy travels between Las Vegas & the Mexican border fleeing the suspicion that shes a serial killer; Bob a Native American clown no longer finds anything funny; Luther an acid casualty 1960s rock star has long since forgotten the most basic chord shapes; & Peter Rugg lost a cigarette down the back of a Portobello Road sofa thirty years ago & is still looking for it. These seemingly unrelated individuals eventually collide in the deserts of the American South-west where they form an uneasy alliance. Stewart Lees first novel combines an eclectic range of characters & cultures with an instinctive comic touch." ...

This lavish publication celebrates the gentlemans search for the perfect sartorial detail the ideal accessory or beautiful special gift for a loved one. Presented through the eyes of a connoisseur looking for quality & bepoke goods in Londons key stylistic historic periods it tells the stories of the personalities shop-keepers & mastercraftsmen who have animated the business of luxury goods for centuries. The book is arranged chronologically in six chapters each followed by three or four profiles of British luxury marques. A reference section presents the London gentlemans social world from the shopping arcades to classic hotels & the members clubs & antiquarians in between. This is the perfect book for the man who has everything. ...