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Becky, Bernie and Rose - three best friends from very different backgrounds - are working hard to establish themselves in prewar Spitalfields. Becky, the daughter of a Jewish tailor, wants to become a nurse, but her father has more traditional plans for her. Aching to leave the East End and travel the world, Bernie feels trapped by her vast family of poor Irish dock workers. And then there is Rose. Tiny and thin, she lives with her drunken mother and a revolving selection of surrogate fathers who exploit and brutalise them both.

The third and final novel in the Ten Bells Street saga series.

Can their friendship survive the struggles of war? The East End of London, 1940. Life is tough for the Ten Bells Street girls. Best friends from childhood, the three of them now find themselves scattered across London, bearing the weight of war apart. Exiled from the East End, Rose has created a new life for herself and now works as a dancer in a club in Soho, but she soon finds that life in the West End isn't any easier than what she left behind.

This is a collection of 18 essays on a variety of occult-themed topics, covering the full spectrum of classic esoteric and related subjects, which include Hermeticism, alchemy, magic, the Kabbalah, ancient wisdom and philosophy, Rosicrucianism, Theosophy, and spiritualism, by some of the most notable and prominent names in the history of those subjects.

Somatic Therapy DIY Guide for Women: Discover the potential of therapy through a 7-day exercise program that offers step by step instructions, for practicing self healing in your own home. Discover the power of self-help and emotional well-being with the Somatic Therapy DIY Guide for Women. This empowering guide gives you the tools to take control of your mental health and unlock your inner healing potential.

A bumper collection of classic ghost stories and strange supernatural tales.

Orchids are some of the most commonly grown houseplants. Provided they have proper growing conditions, it isn’t difficult to learn how to take care of orchid plants. Are orchids difficult to grow? Many of them are. In fact, some are almost impossible to keep alive, much less bring into bloom - even for professional growers. But there are dozens of varieties of orchids, and hundreds of hybrids, that are perfectly happy growing on a sunny windowsill or under lights. Learn how to grow orchids with this amazing audio guide.

Organic gardener, environmentalist, and pop-up chef Alice Mary Alvrez wants to make it as easy as possible to reduce your footprint, grow and eat fabulous organic vegetables, and maintain a planet-positive, animal-friendly lifestyle. Her book Plant-Powered Cooking is simply brimming with brilliant ideas you can use from tips for growing your own food, shopping, and cooking techniques for every mealtime. Learn surprising facts about the impact of meat and animal products on the environment and how even small do-it-yourself ideas lead to real impact.

Designed to carry tomorrow's leaders into the 21st century, this guide carries through on the strengths that made its predecessor a classic, offering contributions from an international team of experts from today's top business schools. You'll get an overview of all the major business school topics: management, finance, economics, marketing, leadership, strategy, and much more.

When Kimberly landed the job at Bovines Boutiques in New York City, she packed up and left Knoxville, Tennessee in a rush, thinking her dreams had come true. After only a week, Michael came into her life. "We're destined to be together," she told her sister over the phone. Little did she know... after only one night in her bed, he'd disappear. When the Yarboroughs found out Kimberly was having Mike's baby, they lavished her with gifts, a new car, a new home, and a business of her own.

Weeks of flooding and rain unearth a discovery so large and valuable it grabs the world's attention. A wounded war vet is connected to it and numerous countries. How can that be? His minuteman campaign of be-ready-in-a-minute helped many. But there is something or someone that terrifies him so much he has a bodyguard for his wife and children. What panics him to be ready in a minute? Who is the assasin's kill target? And what happens to the discovery? Get ready to be swept away. When you think its over more happens just like another storm. More comes at you. Be ready and enjoy.

Count your kisses with baby in this delightful rhyming book. In English and Plains Cree.

A dual-language poem for newborns by renowned storyteller Richard Van Camp accompanied by photographs. In English and Plains Cree.

The sun on your face. The smell of warm bannock baking in the oven. Holding the hand of someone you love. What fills your heart with happiness? This beautiful board book, with illustrations from celebrated artist Julie Flett, serves as a reminder for little ones and adults alike to reflect on and cherish the moments in life that bring us joy.

This dual-language, poetic book for babies and toddlers celebrates every child and the joy babies bring into the world. In English and Plains Cree.

An evocative picture book intended to foster empathy among children and encourage them to show each other love and support. In English and Plains Cree.

This dual-language book celebrates baby and welcomes them into the world. In English and Plains Cree.