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A Cardinal Sin is more than a shining example of the modern historical romance. It is unique. Seldom, if ever has a writer written an historical romance based on a true story. The story is set in Europe in real locations with real characters. Amber, in A Cardinal Sin, is a shining example of the persona of the modern heroine. She is financially independent, a capable and a highly skilled and effective individual in her real life as well as in the story. During her life, she conquered all of the obstacles in her path but one. She could never conquer her secret and forbidden love. It will keep you entranced until the last page.
From a New York Times bestselling author: our beloved heroine battles a new evil as a strange, frightening illness takes hold of Nevermoor in this captivating and heart-pounding tale. Morrigan Crow and her friends have survived their first year as proud scholars of the elite Wundrous Society, helped bring down the nefarious Ghastly Market, and proven themselves loyal to Unit 919. Now Morrigan faces a new, exciting challenge: to master the mysterious Wretched Arts, and control the power that threatens to consume her. But a strange and frightening illness has taken hold of Nevermoor, turning infected Wunimals into mindless, vicious Unnimals on the hunt. As victims of the Hollowpox multiply, panic spreads. And with the city she loves in a state of fear, Morrigan quickly realizes it's up to her to find a cure for the Hollowpox, even if it will put her -- and everyone in Nevermoor -- in more danger than she ever imagined.
Meredith Gray's favorite aunt and favorite author are both in town at the same time - a planned adventure becomes a recipe for disaster! My Aunt Cassie has come to visit and we're both excited to see our favorite mystery writer launch his new book right here in Silver Brook. Unfortunately, seeing Aloysius Hunt in the flesh soon changes our opinions of him and when a tragic accident becomes a murder investigation, we have a mystery of our own to solve…
Fourteen-year-old Jessica Graves is stuck spending the summer in the countryside with her eccentric Aunt Esmeralda. Feeling abandoned by her parents, Jessica expects the time to drag with no friends and nothing to do. But when her aunt encourages Jessica to read and leaves her alone in a library with towering bookshelves, something magical happens. Reading has always been hard for Jessica but an ancient-looking, red-leather-bound book entices her into its pages—quite literally. Jessica enters the Kingdom of Glimmer with turreted castles, magnificent horses, dashing knights, and a charming princess and prince who befriend her. But this exciting magical realm also holds danger as Jessica nav...
He is a sergeant-major in the SAS. His task is to snatch a defecting Russian 'Star Wars' scientist from Stockholm. She is the she-wolf. Leader of a crack Spetsnaz pack. Her task is to get the scientist back. Dead or alive. Their paths have crossed before. Now the score has to be settled. In between is the scientist, ruthlessly manipulated by both sides, torn between loyalty to his country and the love of a woman. That Last Mountain is a story of sweeping passion and betrayal, of endurance and breathtaking action in the Scandinavian mountains - the toughest terrain on earth.
Margaret Vandercook's 'The Ranch Girls in Europe' transports readers to a vivid and adventurous depiction of four American sisters exploring Europe. Written in a lighthearted and engaging style, the book is a captivating blend of travelogue, coming-of-age story, and cultural exploration. Vandercook's attention to detail and descriptive prose immerse readers in the sights, sounds, and experiences of early 20th-century Europe. The novel's themes of sisterhood, independence, and cultural exchange resonate with readers of all ages, making it a timeless and enjoyable read. Margaret Vandercook, a prolific American author known for her juvenile fiction, draws on her own travels and experiences to c...
A collection of over seventy gripping personal accounts of past and present Canadian experiences and events that can be regarded as supernatural or paranormal.
Margaret Vandercook's 'The Ranch Girls at Boarding School' is a delightful coming-of-age novel that follows the adventures of four teenage girls as they navigate life at a prestigious boarding school. The book is written in a light and engaging style, with vivid descriptions of the school setting and the friendships that develop among the characters. Set in the early 20th century, the novel provides a glimpse into the social norms and expectations of young women during this time period, making it a valuable literary work for understanding the historical context of girls' education. Margaret Vandercook, a prolific author of children's books, drew inspiration for 'The Ranch Girls at Boarding S...
This book provides prospective and practicing teachers with research insights into the mathematical difficulties of students with learning disabilities and classroom practices that address these difficulties. This linkage between research and practice celebrates teachers as learners of their own students’ mathematical thinking, thus contributing an alternative view of mathematical progression in which students are taught conceptually. The research-based volume presents a unique collaboration among researchers in special education, psychology, and mathematics education from around the world. It reflects an ongoing work by members of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education (PME) and the North American Chapter of the PME Working Groups. The authors of chapters in this book, who have been collaborating extensively over the past 7 years, are from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Design effective, learner-driven math interventions with this accessible and thought-provoking guidebook. Learn how to set up instruction to promote participation and understanding, plan purposeful, targeted tasks, develop student thinking, and create tools to assess student work in a way that measures learning, not just performance. Chapters explore questions that educators frequently struggle with when designing interventions, offering user-friendly research and evidence-based strategies to help overcome common hurdles. This book is essential reading for anyone seeking an adaptive approach to Tier 2 and 3 interventions that positions struggling students as competent learners.