A gripping novel of passion intrigue & ambition set against the backdrop of 1950s Britain in the popular tradition of Kate Morton. Cambridge 1952. When Ellen Kingsley embarks upon an exciting career in scientific research she soon finds herself caught in a bitter world of rivalry & ambition. Resisting the advances of charismatic Mark Pharaoh who will stop at nothing in his pursuit of success she moves to London & falls in love with dashing Alec Hunter. Then a chance encounter introduces Pharaoh to Ellen's old school friend the captivating India Mayhew & they embark upon a passionate love affair that leaves destruction in its wake. & amid a web of deceit & desire long-held secrets will be revealed with far-reaching consequences... ...

Are you ready to create a new Turning Point in your life? Have you ever looked back over time & noticed that there were certain turning points that literally changed the direction of your life? For most people these turning points are created by circumstance & without direction. In this life-changing book Dr Rohan Weerasinghe will show you exactly how to create & direct your own turning points whenever you choose to. You will be guided through a Six Step Change Process that can be applied to any area of your life from health to relationships & from money to career. You will also be given practical powerful tools that will enable you to: Identify exactly whose values you are living by Create a completely new financial template for your life Inject more health & vitality into your life Discover the seven blocks that crush positive change Focus in on your true life-purpose Find the critical point of contact between intent & attraction Discover the recipe for creating lifelong fun & passionate relationships. A 6 Step Process for Transforming Your Life. ...

When George Washington first President of the United States laid the foundation stone of the Capitol Building of the city that was to bear his name he did so wearing full Masonic regalia. Turning The Solomon Key" is a riveting quest to discover the Masonic influences George Washington brought to bear on the layout of Washington DC. History records that the builders of Washington DC knew a great Masonic secret about the human condition & that their plans for the city were laid out on a Masonic grid rich in symbolism hidden meaning & designed to express this secret power. Robert Lomas an expert in the history of Freemasonry goes in search of the truth behind this claim. Using Masonic rituals & Washingtons diaries Lomas uncovers the symbolic meaning behind the siting of the White House & the Capitol
- & their connection to a secret passed down from one of the first Grand Masters of the Freemasons King Solomon. " Turning the Solomon Key" delves into the true history behind many of the symbols & mysteries that feature in Dan Browns latest international bestseller " The Lost Symbol" & will be essential reading for all who want to discover the real significance to the masonic secrets of Washington DC."
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Unlike most people Matt Beckford is actually looking forward to turning thirty. After struggling through most of his twenties he thinks his career finances & love life are finally sorted. But when he splits up with his girlfriend he realises that life has different plans for him. Unable to cope with his future falling apart Matt temporarily moves back to his parents. During his enforced exodus only his old school mates can keep him sane. Friends he hasn't seen since he was nineteen. Back together after a decade apart. But things will never be the same for any of them because when you're turning thirty nothing's as simple as it used to be. ...

Turnpike trusts formed an important part of English life for over 150 years from about 1690 to 1840 during which time they made a significant contribution to economic development before & during the industrial revolution. Locally & privately funded & usually operated on a relatively small scale they represented an administrative innovation which recognised & tried to meet the need for an enhanced road transport infrastructure. For the first time road users paid for repairs & improvements to roads & parishioners hitherto responsible were relieved of an often burdensome charge on local finances. Over 20 000 miles (32 000km) of roads were turnpiked & most of these eighteenth- & nineteenth-century roads are still used today. Apart from the roads themselves the most obvious survivals of turnpike trusts are the scores of neat little tollhouses & hundreds of roadside milestones. This book outlines the origins development success & decline of the turnpike trusts & some of the features associated with them. ...

When teenager Keith Rosen runs away from his Florida home
- inexplicably taking along a motherless baby
- his divorced mother

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The Discworld as everyone knows is a flat world balanced on the backs of four elephants which in turn stand on the shell of the giant star turtle the Great A' Tuin as it slowly swims through space. It is also a global publishing phenomenon with sales of over 70 million books worldwide (but who's counting?). The publication of Snuff brought the Discworld canon to 39 books
- not including the various guides mapps diaries & other side-projects. That's a lot of Discworld to keep track of
- more than most people can manage with just the one head
- but fear not: help is at hand! If you're looking for the ultimate authority on probably the most heavily populated
- certainly the most hilarious
- setting in fantasy literature.. . If you need a handy guide to Discworld locales from Ankh-Morpork to Zemphis.. . If you want help telling Achmed the Mad from Jack Zweiblumen.. . If your life depends on being able to distinguish the Agatean Empire from the Zoons.. .look no further than Turtle Recall
- the latest Discworld Companion fully updated & completely up to Snuff!





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Coexisting with a turtle or tortoise may not be a warm & fuzzy experience but it definitely has its rewards. & with more than 250 species to choose from you're bound to find one that's right for you. Looks-wise they can range from very plain & unadorned to a brightly colored & embellished with every manner of crest crown spike & dewlap. As for personality you'd be amazed at how very different they can be ranging from shy & withdrawn to outgoing & friendly to outright aggressive. & when it comes to longevity well let's just say that when you commit to a turtle or tortoise you're in it for the long haul. For example the standard American box turtle can live more than 125 years a leopard tortoise has a life span of up to 100 years & an aldabran tortoise can live to be more than 200 years old! This fun guide will help you choose the perfect turtle or tortoise for your lifestyle & give it the care it needs to thrive. Turtle & tortoise expert Liz Palika provides cl ear step-by-step instructions on how to: * Select the appropriate turtle or tortoise * Provide a suitable environment for your new pal * Care for a variety of chelonian (turtle & tortoise) species * Supply you pet with a satisfying & healthy diet * Create an indoor or outdoor home * Understand your turtle's or tortoise's special needs Generously illustrated with line drawings & high-quality photographs Turtles & Tortoises For Dummies covers all the bases. Topics covered include: * Deciding whether a turtle or tortoise is right for you * Choosing between a turtle & tortoise * Who's Who of turtles & tortoises-a complete guide to dozens of species where they're from what they're like & how they are as pets * Creating a safe & healthy environment for your pet * Recognizing & treating common health problems & finding a good veterinarian to help you care for your chelonian Turtles & Tortoises For Dummies is your fun guide to selecting caring for & sharing your life with a chelonian. ...

Most people at some point long to escape
- from the weather the commute the routine. Sailing off in a forty-foot boat called Voyager
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This is a spectacular celebration of one the best-loved & most alluring regions of Italy. Featuring an array of beautiful homes the book is divided into four parts. Natural Charm features rustic houses characterized by an earthy decorative palette whose interior design is rooted in the ancient rural traditions of Tuscany. Stylish Simplicity looks at modern interpretations of Tuscan style
- from a high-ceilinged barn now a light & airy loft to a converted village school. Classic Elegance focuses on larger country homes restored according a grand decorative design yet still remaining warm & welcoming while Idyllic Artistry is devoted to a more eclectic colourful approach to Tuscan living.
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