Ramon Tikaram
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Tad travels to Las Vegas to attend archaeologist Sara Lavroff's presentation of her latest discovery, the papyrus that show the existence of the Necklace of Midas, the mythical King who turned everything he touched into gold. But this happy reunion will be clouded when an evil rich man kidnaps Sara in order to find the talisman and get infinite wealth. Along with his friends, Tad will have the use his wit to rescue Sara on a trip around the world,...
2) Wired
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A fast-paced thriller which delves into the murky world of high-risk bank fraud. Louise is a young, fun-loving single mother who's been recently promoted. But unsuspecting Louise has been targeted as part of a conspiracy to coerce her into facilitating a 250million internet bank theft. At the heart of her troubles is best friend Anna, who has been seduced by the glamour of the criminal underworld and is persuaded to divulge the secrets of Louise's...
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"The definitive guide to the therapeutic Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, or the art and science of how trees can promote health and happiness Notice how a tree sways in the wind. Run your hands over its bark. Take in its citrusy scent. As a society we suffer from nature deficit disorder, but studies have shown that spending mindful, intentional time around trees--what the Japanese call shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing--can promote health and happiness....
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"P.R. Chandrasekhar, the celebrated professor of economics at Cambridge, is at a turning point. He has sacrificed his family for his career, but his conservative brand of economics is no longer in fashion, and yet again he has lost the Nobel Prize to a rival. His wife has left him for a free spirited West Coast psychiatrist and relocated to Boulder, Colorado. His son, a capitalist guru with a cult following, mocks his father's life work; his middle...
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Fortitude volume 2
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The Arctic island town of Fortitude has survived the parasitic threat from last year, but another horrible death is discovered and the police must solve this barbaric murder. A mysterious stranger arrives, convinced that a demonic presence has been causing all the troubles, and has sworn to seek out and eradicate the demon in their midst.
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In a seductive tale of love and betrayal, a king's courtesan is forbidden to embrace her one true love. Trained in the art of pleasure, Maya, the beautiful servant girl, becomes defiant, rebelling against ancient tradition. As passion takes over, the conflict brings consequences that no one ever envisioned.
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Season 1 : The origin story of Alfred Pennyworth, a former British SAS soldier in his 20s, forms a security company in 1960s London and goes to work with young billionaire Thomas Wayne, years before he becomes Bruce Wayne's father. With England balancing on the brink of a civil war, the first skirmishes of an undeclared secret war have begun. In this world of secrets and betrayals, find Alfred Pennyworth. Nine years of training with the SAS have taught...
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Jane Marple was first introduced in a magazine story that Agatha Christie wrote in 1927 and went on to her first appearance in a full length novel in 1930. This collection of original short stories, all featuring Jane Marple, will introduce the character to a new generation as each author reimagines Agatha Christie's Marple through their own perspective while staying true to traditional mystery hallmarks.
10) Warriors
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Dramatizes the lives and battles of six of the most powerful leaders of all time: Spartacus, Attila the Hun, the Shogun, Richard the Lionheart, Cortes, Napoleon.
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A brand-new collection of short stories featuring the Queen of Mystery's legendary detective Jane Marple, penned by 12 remarkable best-selling and acclaimed authors. This collection of 12 original short stories, all featuring Jane Marple, will introduce the character to a whole new generation. Each author reimagines Agatha Christie's Marple through their own unique perspective while staying true to the hallmarks of a traditional mystery ... Miss Marple...