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The Death of Father Ryan
From the author of Only a Priest comes another novel revealing the difficulties of the modern priesthood. Father Ryan, a controversial priest, is dead and there is reason to suspect foul play. In the best traditions of the murder mystery genre, The Death of Father Ryan has all the twists and turns of a page turning whodunnit.
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Best of the Best
Ten years in the making, this book of short stories showcases the quality of writing at international schools. The wide range of styles, genre, and voice evident serves as testimony to the remarkable variety and originality of these students and the reason teachers at international schools find it such a rewarding experience. 
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Dangerous
Based on a true story, Zac Sullivan, a violent offender, feared within maximum security prisons, finds a reason to change and gains an early release to the far north, where his grandmother is dying and his grandfather is looking for a second chance.
This is the story of a friendship between a man and his grandfather. It is a simple tale of the legacy of alcohol abuse across the generations and two men forming a bond that is ultimately tested by unexpected death. 
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Eddie’s Big Fat Lies
Is an adventure story about a boy who believes he has a talent for lying and puts it to the test against teachers at his new school, only to find himself in a world of trouble. In order to save himself, Eddie must match wits with the town’s worst criminals. He is supported by friends whose loyalty is tested to breaking point. A story of danger and dishonesty in which loyalty and courage triumph.
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​Eddie Goes East
Eddie Goes East is the story of a boy who leaves his own country of New Zealand to accompany his father when his father’s company sends him to Arabia. The book is the second in a trilogy about the adventures of Eddie Tompkins and his friends. This time Eddie’s madcap adventures really test the loyalty of Michael and Cain as he struggles to survive the harsh conditions of the Arabian desert, learns how to ride horses with the Bedouin, tries to free a new friend from prison and gets caught up in a terrorist attack on his compound.
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Eddie's Secret
Is a story about fear and courage. Accused of being a 'chicken' by his friends, Eddie must prove them wrong. In the process, he falls foul of local criminals, faces the school's most feared bully, and discovers a secret, he wishes he never had. It is a story of crazy stunts, danger, suspense, and real courage. 
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​Lawrence of Arabia
Desert Wolf is the story of an extraordinary man who became a legend in his own lifetime. Based on fact, this historical novel traces the whole of T.E. Lawrence’s life from the secretive days of his childhood to his untimely, tragic death. This is a story of friendship, adventure, and monumental genius.  
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NZ Immigrants: Their Stories
The 2008-2017 National government opened wide the doors to immigrants, encouraging them to come in their thousands, creating a national divide in New Zealanders’ attitudes towards such unprecedented numbers. What about the immigrants’ point of view? A series of interviews featuring migrants from almost every continent in the world.
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Pure
The second in a series, PURE continues the story of Zac Sullivan, a former criminal, changed by marriage and the gift of land from his grandfather. All is well in Zac’s world, with one exception.
When sixteen year old Kate starts dating a boy on the wild side, Zac Sullivan’s protective instincts go into overdrive. His clumsy attempt to intervene has the opposite effect, and when he realises his pure and innocent daughter is using methamphetamine he goes to war with the suppliers.
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Releasing Reluctant Writers 
Draws on M.O.Chamberlain’s years of experience both as a teacher and an award winning professional writer. It offers a simple, workable formula for teaching writing that has been proven to transform even the most reluctant students into avid writers. Honest, comprehensive, and entertaining, this book is a must read for those who want the best for their students. 
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Too Right, Boy 
Too Right, Boy is a classic New Zealand road trip story. Old Harry hasn’t enjoyed the best of reputations: a former foreign correspondent with a love of whiskey and gambling, he sets out to redeem himself by taking his grandson, Brad, on a road trip while Brad’s parents are on a forced leave of absence.
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With a Father Like Mine
I once heard about two men, each raised by an alcoholic father. One had gone on to become an alcoholic himself and was in and out of prison, and the other was an upstanding citizen. When asked why they were the way they were, they both had the same answer: "With a father like mine, what else would you expect?"
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Whenua
Whenua brings to life the story of the dark struggle for land in nineteenth century Ireland and New Zealand.
This is the story of New Zealand Maori who lost their whenua. It is the story of poor Irish migrants who lost their land in Ireland and came looking for its replacement.
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