Displaying the top 100 results that match your query. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/rssapi.jsp?browse=true&N=6594+6606&No=40 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727223 When the target of an extradition case in Arizona is gunned down, detective Abe Lieberman pursues the killers identity, while priest Bill Hanrahan struggles with a racist and sexist colleague who thwarts a rape investigation. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699036 Lady Imogene Norwood lives a sheltered life of quiet respectability and routine...until she meets the wild and broken Lord Atwood. He is wholly unexpected among Londons elite, and the very shy English rose suddenly realizes that a little chaos might just be what her heart desires. Lord Nathaniel James Atwood doesnt believe true love exists. Since scandal tore him away from his family at an early age, he has spent his life fighting for what he wants. That attitude has made him a rising star in bare-knuckle boxing, and now leads him back to London to reclaim the life that was stolen from him. But upon meeting the innocent Imogene, his beliefs are trounced...as guarding his heart against her proves to be the fight of his life. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1698827 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727634 Hired by the wife of one of Greeces richest men to find her missing fourteen-year-old daughter, half Greek, half Scots PI, Alex Mavros faces an uphill battle. But hes not the only one looking for Lia. When a mans charred corpse is discovered in a remote farmhouse, and the headless body of another is found in the ancient stadium at Delphi, Mavros confronts the possibility that one of his deadliest foes has returned to Greece, and that there may be a connection with the Lia Poulou case. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699602 In 1586 England, sixteen-year-old Mercy Hart, daughter of one of Londons wealthiest and most devout merchants, considers renouncing her family for love of Kit, a lowly actor and playboy, until Kit is accused of treason, testing Mercys resolve. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727195 The pleasures of life aboard the Busted Flush are interrupted by a murder that plunges Travis McGee into a nightmare where nothing is as it seems, including the Church of the Apocrypha which he must infiltrate to find the truth. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699053 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727612 Two high school students, one gay and one straight, decide to form a gay-straight alliance to fight bullying at their school after their classmate and friend commits suicide. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727373 After she attends a Christmas service, Dorothy Martin, 60, an American widow living in England whose outrageous hats are the talk of the village, stumbles over the body of the local canon. She turns sleuth to help out the chief constable, also a widower. A debut in fiction for an Indiana writer. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699358 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727638 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699581 Sequel to Anatomy of a Boyfriend, in which college pre-med Dominique explores love and lust--Provided by publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727039 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727180 Tracking the former stockbroker and gray wolf who made off with his familys fortune to the Grand Cayman Islands, Highland wolf Duncan MacNeill, while searching for the traitorous alphas, is unable to control his powerful attraction to a beautiful botanist. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727589 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699403 Kiri Palger knew the difference between reality--new house, hard work and not too many friends--and fantasy--the fun she had playing online games. So when the chance to work for the best gaming company in the world came up, giving her a chance to merge business with pleasure, how could she not apply? Suddenly she has more friends, interesting neighbors and an intriguing love interest. But when the game begins to awaken something inside her, Kiri is shocked by the talents she never knew she had... and evil shed never imagined. Her nice, safe life is imploding around her--and if she takes up the mantle of her powers, it will never be the same again... http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727539 Alyssa Duncan is a beast on the soccer field. As the Copperheads starting goalie, she might be the difference between a state title and total defeat and she likes it that way. When a concussion takes Alyssa out of the lineup, her rising-star teammate Becca Miller takes over in goal. Becca turns out to be pretty good, too. And what seemed like a temporary change might not be so temporary after all. Will Alyssa heal in time for playoffs? And even if she recovers, what kind of beast will she have to be to knock Becca back to her old position? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1642155 Through bright, fun illustrations of dinosaurs interacting with basic items such as a ball, a bat, a cat, and a dog, the most introductory words are brought to the forefront. Clear labels guide learners to read what they see, laying an important basic foundation for future reading fluency. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699630 Faced with her disintegrating family life, Dr. Ruby Cardillo enlists her daughter to accompany her on a trip up the East Coast to discover her familys ties to a long-rumored Edison cylinder recording of jazz musician Buddy Bolden. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699837 As the cast of merry hikers start along the trail they decide to mark the trees with forks and spoons so they can find their way home. After a relaxing hike they start back only to find all the forks and spoons are gone. They are lost and begin to get scared when a ranger finds them and leads them to a shelter. He offers them something to eat and they notice the spoon he gives them is one of theirs. He told them he thought someone had littered and he collected the forks and spoons to give to someone who really needed them. The hikers remarked by saying that made him like Robin Hood. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727163 Bounty hunter Zane Coldridge-infamous, dangerous and revered-does not get distracted. Hes renowned for his no-nonsense attitude, and criminals fear the day he comes knocking on their door. But when Zane encounters Missy Lenore Devlin, his resolve is swiftly tested. This ditzy yet innocently beautiful damsel in distress is on the lookout for adventure, and Zane has that in abundance. Torn between chivalry and keeping his head in the game, Zane pulls Missy onto his horse and promises her a journey-one that neither could have imagined when the sun rose over the prairie that morning--P. [4] of cover. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727601 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727132 Someone is trying to kill Travis McGee, someone linked to southern Floridas drug traffickers--either Miamis old-time underworld or the new generation of Latino drug barons--and in order to save his own life, McGee must detonate a drug war. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699759 As Priscilla Pony and Lucy Goose prepare to play a game of Duck, Duck, Goose they are finding trouble finding anyone to join them. So, they decide to ask Cooper Cub and Calypso Cat whom they have never talked to before. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699793 Alden promises to build the people of Thatchville new homes after theirs had been blown away in a windstorm. After having some trouble he runs into a beaver who supplies him with bamboo to build the homes in the promise that Alden would not follow him. Needing more bamboo Alden ventures into the forest again and this time the beaver would only give him more bamboo if he could guess his name. When Alden could not, the beaver left and Alden broke his promise and followed the beaver to the bamboo forest. After apologizing for breaking his promise and following the beaver, he decided to supply Alden with more bamboo. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727230 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699489 Nourishing and innovative paleo recipes to delight your family, impress your guests, and inspire your culinary talents while improving your health.-- http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727455 Simon Howe, editor of Red Paint, Maines newspaper, finds his predictable life disrupted by the arrival of an anonymous and disturbing postcard that engages him and his family in a full-scale psychological battle with an unidentified stalker. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699741 Asking Alligator different questions he always answers now until its time to go to bed and his answer is later. Teaches the concept of time with a clock on each page showing what time of day each question is asked. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699084 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727594 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727174 Twelve-year-old Ethan must take command of a fractious flying squadron charged with finding a new Resister base, while being pursued by alien invaders. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727642 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727017 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727531 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699643 While preparing for the most dreaded assignment at the prestigious Irving School, the Tragedy Paper, Duncan gets wrapped up in the tragic tale of Tim Macbeth, a former student who had a clandestine relationship with the wrong girl, and his own ill-fated romance with Daisy. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699956 In this poignant story of two parallel destinies, a young New York lawyer and his wife link their destinies forever in a follow-your-dream move to rural Wyoming. Thirty-eight years later a Manhattan publisher and a young Amish woman become irresistibly drawn together through her writing. Somehow these two remarkable relationships come together in unexpected and surprising ways, as lovers are lost, and find each other again. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727216 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699675 When her brother Rob, a Navy cook, goes missing in action during World War II, Jayna, desperate for family, leaves upstate New York and their cranky landlady, accompanied by a turtle and a ghost, to seek their grandmother, who Rob believes may live in Brooklyn. Includes soup recipes. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727420 Devnee makes a bargain with the vampire to gain beauty and brains ... at the expense of her friends. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727067 Can the Super Friends show Supermans opposite, Bizarro, how to be a hero? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727623 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727123 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727053 A young girl feels a pea through many mattresses and proves she is a real princess. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727490 Raf, Megan, and talking-dog pal Bradley are abducted by aliens from the planet Fnarf III, where dogs are in charge and people are pets, to help locate the missing Princess Zu-La. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699905 Detective Sam Becket pursues the serial killer Black Hole, so named for the way he removes the eyes of his victims, while Sams wife is followed back home from a conference in Europe by a stalker. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699770 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727477 As the battle against the Black Wings and Their minions looms on the horizon, part-angel Clara Gardner is finally ready to fulfill her destiny, even though she knows she may have to make the ultimate sacrifice-- http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727224 Join Lafayette Riordan as he chases his dream of becoming a Wild West marshal. Young Faye longs for an adventurous life protecting the frontier alongside Judge Isaac Parkers famous marshals. But his upbringing has left him more prepared for a life as scholar and artist. When faced with the opportunity to realize his dream, can he summon the courage to hunt down the outlaws? Or will one headstrong female rancher capture his heart first?-- http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727629 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727075 Sneaker the snake is not only a good pet for Pete, he becomes a good student at Petes school and a hero at the public swimming pool. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727146 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727430 A vampire holds a group of teenagers prisoner in his house. In order to be released, one must volunteer to stay behind. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1700525 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727497 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727598 The Chlorophyllians, a farming people, are having serious problems with their crops--all the plants are dying. The Little Prince can see that the problem is the fading starlight, which has a direct influence on all plant life on the planet. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1642726 Early learners are introduced to the concept of colors and their respective names with the visual aid of dinosaurs. Each vibrantly colored dinosaur is simply labeled to bring this important first concept to life. Similarly colored and easily identifiable items, such as a red apple and an orange pumpkin, are also featured for further reinforcement. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699615 A sequel to The Truth of All Things finds late-19th century police detective Archie Lean and his half-Native American partner, Perceval Grey, investigating the theft of a recently buried body and the staging of a bizarre occult scene that is linked to a centuries-old magical relic. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727213 Karon beat cancer and now attempts to prove her toughness by climbing the highest mountain in North America. Jolie is an heiress whos convinced that someone wants to kill her. Can a base camp ranger help her survive when is stranded in the wildeerness of Denali National Park? Delines flighseeing tour business is stalling out. But a ranger hires her for glacier tours, wanting only her love. Deanna has been hiding out as a ranger in Talkeetna, Alaska since her sister was killed by a stalker. But then the past catches up to Deanna. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699747 Paul and Babe are summoned to help the people of Shadowtown move their house to the sunny side of the mountain. But Babes strength kept hurling the houses too far so a young boy named Ezra devises a plan to tempt Babe with a basket of apples that help her to slowly push the houses to the exact spot they wanted. All the houses were moved and they celebrated while Babe takes a nap. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699899 At Madelines Tea Salon, the cozy hub of the Avalon community, local residents scrapbook their memories and make new ones. But across town, other Avalonians are struggling to free themselves of the past ... Enter Bettie Shelton, the irascible founder of the Avalon Ladies Scrapbooking Society. Under Betties guidance, even the most reluctant of Avalons residents come to terms with their past and make bold decisions about their future. But when the group receives unexpected news about their steadfast leader, they must pull together to create something truly memorable.--Provided by publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1700191 What does Goose need more than anything this Valentines Day? A hug from a good friend-- http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727613 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727183 While unrest stirs the mer-world, Jade faces the challenges of ninth grade, including seeking a plus-sized dress for the Fall Formal, keeping her mer-ness secret, and figuring out if she and Luke are officially dating. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727367 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727592 Between finishing late school projects and looking after her brothers and sister, Faith Patel barely has time to play soccer. And when shes at practice, surrounded by girls who can afford to play in club leagues, she doesnt even feel like part of the team. So when Coach Berg starts to give Faith extra attention, she feels really special. It might be crazy, but suddenly Faith has a crush on her coach. Can she keep her head in the game? The situation gets worse after Faiths frenemy Caitlyn decides that Faiths getting special treatment. Will Caitlyn tell the rest of the team--and make Faith into a total outcast? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727639 Will the competition between two rival photographers mean disaster for the biggest wedding of the year? Or could it spark an unexpected love? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727503 Grover and Avigail join their friends Brosh and Mahboub to clean up a playground in Israel as a mitzvah, and although grouchy Moishe refuses to participate, he finds his own way to make the world a better place. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727156 Louiss sister, Emily, is blind. Shes also in the marching band, sculpts, and has the biggest bedroom in the house to accommodate her Braille machine. Everyone thinks her accomplishments are extraordinary, and most think that she can do no wrong. The single person who doesnt feel awe or pity for her is Louis, who wishes people would just stop comparing them. He wants his own life. Only a family tragedy can begin to bridge the widening gap between brother and sister. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699639 Marcus Atkinson is a rugby champ (not!). But his dad is convinced that Marcus has magic in his legs ... http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727501 Raise Him Up delves into the challenges faced by African-American single moms and offers advice, scriptural support, and helpful prayers. Each chapter relates a spiritual point taken from the book of Acts, a mothers story, and draws parallels to the struggles of the modern day African-American mother. Chapters also offer stories of African-American athletes who were raised by single moms, and against all odds, succeeded. Moms will learn to give encouragement, push their boys to try new things, and keep them out of trouble. Raise Him Up is essential reading for single African-American moms who want nothing more than to see their sons grow into happy, successful men--From publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727513 After seeing Dominic bullied because someone thought he was gay, then learning that Dominic wound up dead, Bella decides that is time for her to stand up for a cause. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1698696 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727110 After a run of lousy luck, Phylicia Phillips is finally close to reclaiming her cherished girlhood home in Louisiana. But before she can buy it back, Jamal Johnson beats her to the punch. The renowned architect plans to completely renovate the old place--and he wants Phylicia to help him! She doesnt trust Jamal, but shes helpless to fight the passion building between them. Hiring the home restoration specialist to help convert the stately Victorian into a B & B was a stroke of genius. Until Jamal finds out the house was in Phylicias family for generations. Blindsided by his desire for this alluring beauty, Jamal vows to transform their working relationship into an intimate one. But will threatening troubles from the past keep them from building a blueprint for love? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727468 As a defender for the Fraser High girls soccer team, Addie used to be ready for anything. There was no play she couldnt shut down. But now the biggest threat on the field is one of her teammates ... who is also Addies former best friend. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1700005 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727437 Brody is a vigilante for hire who tracks down womens abusive husbands to repay pain with pain. He wants to help the women and doesnt like accepting their money, but he has no choice. Injured in the military and sent home, Brody needs expensive batteries to power his carotene lenses. Without them, he is completely blind. When Thorp Ashbury, an old friend from the service, invites him to rural Illinois, Brody seizes the opportunity to escape the city and violence. Instead, he uncovers a conspiracy that could shake the foundation of everything he stands for -- p. [4] of cover. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699633 Ever since they were Snotsippers, Jack and the girl have fought, until one day she steals his bike and as he and the Amigos try to recover it, Jack realizes that he is growing up and must eventually leave the goodlands and badlands of Hokey Pokey. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727548 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699607 Based on more than two hundred personal interviews with both current and former Scientologists--both famous and less well known--and years of archival research, Lawrence Wright uses his extraordinary investigative skills to uncover for us the inner workings of the Church of Scientology: its origins in the imagination of science-fiction writer L. Ron Hubbard; its struggles to find acceptance as a legitimate (and legally acknowledged) religion; its vast, secret campaign to infiltrate the U.S. government; its vindictive treatment of critics; its phenomenal wealth; and its dramatic efforts to grow and prevail after the death of Hubbard--From publisher description. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727450 Teenager Heidi Landseth helps rescue people from a plane crash on her familys property, and the experience changes her life forever. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727192 Evie Windham and Lucas Denning strike a deal, each agreeing to be the others decoy in avoiding marriage. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727572 As the smallest mouse, Albert gets the smallest bag when he collects fruit in the People Kitchen with his sister, Wanda, and Cousin Pete, but he wants to carry more than just a blueberry so he makes a bigger bag. Introduces the concept of comparing sizes. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727129 The genteel game of Real Tennis takes a murderous twist when Judes boyfriends friend winds up dead on the court. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727200 Travis McGee investigates when a small cruiser owned by his friend, Meyer the Economist, is blown to bits with Meyers niece and her new husband on board. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699827 The police manager gives practical, field-tested guidance to students and professionals who aspire to leadership roles in law enforcement, providing a comprehensive explanation of issues and challenges that they will face as police supervisors. The book is divided into four parts, covering historical and philosophical underpinnings, behavioral aspects of police management, functional aspects of police management, and major issues in modern police work. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727524 Elise comes from a long line of college athletes. More than anything else, she wants to wear the University of North Carolina uniform and play for the college where her parents went. Its a lot of pressure, but if she works hard, she just might make it. At least thats what Elise thinks before she notices that some of her teammates are outplaying her. And a UNC scout is visiting in a few weeks. Thats where the pills come in. Taking performance supplements makes Elise feel great, and soon shes playing like a powerhouse. But will it last? And can she keep her secret without getting caught? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727112 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727072 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727210 May 1887--Flora Brimm is determined the fifth time is the charm. Back home she has a reputation as Fatal Flora, a woman whose previous four fiances died in untimely accidents. Flora is desperate to marry, because producing an heir is the only way she can keep her familys estate. Shes confident this visit to Eureka Springs with her grandmother will help her land a husband. Pinkerton detective Lucas McMinn is hot on the trail of Will Tucker, the thief who broke his sisters heart. When he discovers the slippery fellow with Flora, he thinks they are in on the devious plot together. Will Flora be able to convince Lucas of her innocence? Will Lucas catch the elusive Mr. Tucker? And, more importantly, will Lucas survive if he pursues Floras heart?-- P. [4] of cover. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699102 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699815 The first of a new fantasy series, this novel surrounds 12-year-old Gabriel Stone, who, still reeling from the disappearance of his mother, discovers a magical crystal that unlocks a portal into a parallel world-and a secret that will change his life forever. Before unraveling the secret, he will face the school bully, have his friendships tested, and meet evil creatures and not-so-nice humans, all on his quest to save the dying land of Valta. A magical, fast-paced story filled with mystery, intrigue, and wonder, it will take readers on an unfor http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727140 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699528 This book will help you make the jump from enjoying your handmade/craft/art hobby to running a profitable business.Etsy-preneurship offers step-by-step advice on what it takes to bring in extra income or even one day run a full-time business on EtsyOutlines the basic business skills and knowledge you need to run a business on Etsy Explains how Etsy makes entrepreneurship attainable for everyone. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1700375 When Rachel sets off a chain of events that could lead to the end of the world - demonic and human--she must use her gifts to save those closest to her while preventing an apocalypse. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699891 Lucy Goose is having a difficult time with all the names shes being called by the other animals in the barnyard. After confronting each one she reveals her real name and her real heritage. She is actually the great, great granddaughter of Mother Goose. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727098 Imagine a modern spin on Mary Shelleys Frankenstein, where a young couples undying love and the grief of a father pushed beyond sanity could spell the destruction of them all. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1644151 Ten-year-old Mallory, determined to find out what her brother Max does while spending time with his girlfriend, Winnie, spies an innocent kiss on the cheek then tells her babysitter and friends a more exciting tale. Includes a recipe for double chocolate chip cookies and directions for playing four games. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1727439 Elle finds the body of her soon-to-be-ex husband, Charlie on her sofa, stabbed to death with her kitchen knife. Elles close friends stand by her through the difficult funeral, but Elle alone must face the loss of the man shed loved. Except that the loss is not total--Charlie is still around. Elle feels his presence, smells his aftershave. Hears him accuse her of killing him. And even though she doesnt believe in ghosts, she argues with him, asserting her innocence. Oddly, Elle has a gap in her memory; she cant account for her activity during the time of his murder. As she tries to clear herself by finding out how Charlie died, she discovers that she had plenty of reason to kill him. Charlie had secrets. Infidelity. Unsavory business associates. Involvement with an international organization of sex abusers. The more she learns, the more danger she faces. As unscrupulous people begin to fear shell expose them, Elle races against time to avoid arrest, fight off... http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699644 At La Maison des Sorcieres, the window display is an enchanted forest of sweets, a collection of conical hats delights the eye and the habitues nibble chocolate witches from fanciful mismatched china. While in their tiny blue kitchen, Magalie Chaudron and her two aunts stir wishes into bubbling pots of heavenly chocolat chaud. But no amount of wishing will rid them of interloper Philippe Lyonais, who has the gall to open one of his world famous pastry shops right down the street. Philippes creations seem to hold a magic of their own, drawing crowds of beautiful women to their little isle amidst the Seine, and tempting even Magalie to venture out of her ivory tower and take a chance, a taste...a kiss.