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Lady Marjorie Snellthorpe reluctantly agrees to accompany her cousin-in-law, Edna Parkinton, on an organized tour beginning in Romania. Marjorie is seeking rest and relaxation after their last trip ended in a murder investigation, but things don't quite go to plan. Their would-be peace is shattered when they encounter an argumentative and annoying sextet that includes a petulant diva. This is made worse when they and the rest of the tour party are detained in Cluj-Napoca after a one of their own is discovered dead at the end of a night at the opera.

Gerry is born to be different. He only has one ear. This book follows his struggles as he finds that the world can be tough if you look different. Gerry longs to be accepted but finds himself lonely and isolated. The other cats call him names. All Gerry wants is to be part of the crowd. It takes time for him to learn how to overcome bullying. Help comes from an unlikely source.

Rachel Prince once again joins the Coral Queen for the holiday of a lifetime with her octogenarian friend Lady Marjorie Snellthorpe and her parents. One day into the voyage and a nun who is part of an exclusive religious party collapses. It's not long before the death is seen as suspicious. The chief of security, Jack Waverley, is flummoxed by the case and asks Rachel to assist. All is not what it seems with this religious order and the woman's dying words are a cause for concern.

A unique and original fictional account of a well-known Bible story. Jesus Feeds a Big Crowd is narrated from the point of view of the boy who provided Jesus with the loaves and fishes that were used to feed the 5,000. It is always a pleasure to present children with a different take on a bible story they may have heard many times before. Recommended for use in Sunday schools, schools, and for personal use. The book will be mainly enjoyed by children aged four-to-eight years. Kids may need to hide it from their parents though, as many adults enjoy this one too.

Just when you thought it was safe to cruise again.... PC Rachel Prince returns to cruising after giving evidence in a difficult trial. She wants to recharge her batteries and reevaluate her future after receiving threats from the man she helped put away. Taking Queen cruises up on their offer of a free luxury cruise aboard the Coral Queen, she opts for a sailing to New York. Rachel's best friend and cruise nurse, Sarah is also returning to the ship to start a new nine-month contract so the timing is perfect.

Lady Marjorie's plans for a quiet time are in tatters when her son asks her to host his business guests the week before Christmas. Time to bring in reinforcements. The "awesome foursome" get together again. Pandemonium isn't a word Marjorie Snellthorpe is used to, but when an array of eccentric guests descend on her London home, along with a quirky cook and a large dog, even Edna Parkinton's advice is welcome.