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In 1974, the Supreme Court issued a momentous decision: In the case of Milliken v. Bradley, the justices brought a halt to school desegregation across the North, and to the civil rights movement’s struggle for a truly equal education for all. How did this come about, and why? In The Containment, the esteemed legal scholar Michelle Adams tells the epic story of the struggle to integrate Detroit schools—and what happened when it collided with Nixon-appointed justices committed to a judicial counterrevolution.

That’s what sets this book apart. It celebrates that difference by providing multiple age-appropriate tips, tools, and strategies to help every kid out. From natural leaders to quiet, creative souls; from energetic little scamps to soft, sensitive doves…there’s an approach in this book that’ll work for them all.

On her favorite day of the year, Elizabeth Davenport awakens in her cottage on the wild and windy Cornish coast, opens her front door, and discovers a precious gift: the small blue crocus and a note that begins "I Wish". The notes are never signed, but she knows they’ve been left by her first and truest love, Tom Hale. Each of these precious missives convey a simple wish for something they had missed, and the life they might have shared, if circumstances hadn't forced them apart all those years ago. She has kept them all.

With chronic disorders among American children reaching epidemic levels, hundreds of thousands of parents are desperately seeking solutions to their children's declining health, often with little medical guidance from the experts. What's Making Our Children Sick? convincingly explains how agrochemical industrial production and genetic modification of foods is a culprit in this epidemic.

Dr. Irini Harringford was given away by her parents just before her fourth birthday. Although she has spent her whole life trying to convince herself she doesn't need them, deep down Irini longs to understand why she was abandoned, while her parents kept her older sister, Elle. So when Elle gets in touch with news that their mother has died, Irini reluctantly agrees to return to the family home. But she is ill at ease. She and Elle are not close. Irini knows only too well what Elle is capable of.

Chloe Daniels regains consciousness in a hospital with no memory of how she got there. She doesn't recognize the strangers who call themselves family. She can't even remember her own name. As she slowly recovers, her parents and sister begin to share details of her life. The successful career. The seaside home. The near-fatal car crash. But Chloe senses they're keeping dark secrets - and her determination to uncover the truth will have devastating consequences.

Most leadership books written for women today either advise us to lean in, speak up, and demand more. They are filled with tactical advice on everything from where to position yourself in the board room to how to negotiate a total compensation package. However, very few leadership books start with the simple question - What matters to you? Who are you? What do you care about? What makes you an effective leader? In Significant Women, you will meet corporate executives and entrepreneurs who have grappled with these questions. They have led accomplished lives in the business world by ...

A reunited couple search for a valuable treasure, a precious jewelry box, stolen from the Nazis and hidden away since World War II, in this powerfully emotional and romantic novel of rekindled love - perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Josie Silver, and Jill Santopolo.

Dinosaur Devotions will help your middle grade children dig deeper into the Word while uncovering fascinating facts about dinosaurs! These 75 devotions also include segments like Dino Stats, Bible Excavation, Digging Deeper, Did You Know?, and Jurassic Journaling. Dinosaur Devotions blends fun dinosaur facts with a deeper understanding of God’s Word, making your child's faith journey an extra fun adventure!

Antidotes and Affirmations is a transformative guide designed to help readers break free from toxic thought patterns and embrace a life of intentional healing and self-empowerment. Blending insightful "antidotes"—short, poignant reflections to counter negative mental and emotional habits—with powerful daily affirmations, this book offers a dual approach to wellness that is both grounding and uplifting. Each chapter pairs a relatable struggle—self-doubt, anxiety, burnout, fear of failure—with a thoughtful antidote that reframes the experience and invites introspection. Following ...

Mirepoix, France. Summer 1981. In a small village in southern France, a wilful English girl is falling in love. Frances Langley has fallen under Benoit's romantic spell, and their summer of love finds Frances willing to do almost anything for the handsome art collector, even hiding a precious Klinkosch box for him, stolen by the Nazis decades before. England. Summer 2022. Years later, Frances' son, Harry, finds himself packing up the clutter and chaos of his late mother's home.

True fans know that Fandom is Life. That's why our show follows Fanboy Protocol: Enjoying our favorite things with child-like enthusiasm! Listen in as Adam–lead fanboy and fandom expert–discusses his favorite new movies and television shows with his fiancé, Michelle. With a focus on the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and DC-related fandoms, each episode covers the latest news, theories, and obsessions with all that's happening in today's fandom culture. If you're the type that’s always itching to show up for your city's next comic book convention, then grab your cape and join the fun!

Living the Fit Life is a way of life! We aren't in it for a quick fix. We are on a journey of becoming our best selves. Living the Fit Life podcast shares stories of individuals on this journey. Our community is filled with amazing people pushing the boundaries of human potential. We are grateful for being surrounded by extremely high-performers and learning from each.

A well-being and cat lover themed podcast that features interviews with wellness professionals. Our guests range from Personal Trainers, Yogis, Life Coaches, Business Owners, Therapy Cat owners, and more. The host Michelle Adams is the founder of Chatty Cats Care, London's professional cat sitting company. To find out more about the podcast and cat care visit our website https://www.chattycatscare.co.uk/ and Facebook and Instagram @chattycatscare

Hi, I’m Michelle Adams, and welcome to the Beyond Words podcast. I am a novelist, writer, and avid reader, and this is the place where I get to share the story behind some of my favourite books. Before becoming an author myself, I always wanted to be able to sit down with the author of a book I had loved and ask them about what they had written, and this podcast is the place where that conversation takes place. Beyond Words is the podcast for booklovers where the story continues, once the final page has been turned.

What would you do if you woke up and didn't know who you were? Chloe Daniels regains consciousness in a hospital with no memory of how she got there. She doesn't recognise the strangers who call themselves family. She can't even remember her own name. What if your past remained a mystery? As she slowly recovers, her parents and sister begin to share details of her life. The successful career. The seaside home. The near-fatal car crash.

You don't get to choose your family. She thought she'd never go back home. But there's something in her sister's voice she just can't refuse. And hasn't it always been that way? What her sister asks, she does....

I hela sitt liv har Irini trott att hon lämnades bort eftersom hennes familj inte ville ha henne. Men tänk om sanningen till och med är värre än så? Irini Harringford lämnades bort av sina föräldrar när hon var tre år gammal. Trots att hon i hela sitt liv har försökt intala sig själv att hon inte behöver dem, gnager frågorna någonstans djupt inom henne: Varför övergavs hon? Och varför fick hennes äldre syster Elle stanna? Då Elle hör av sig med nyheten om att deras mamma dött går Irini motvilligt med på att återvända till familjens egendom i Skottland.

Vous êtes à l'hôpital et vous ne vous souvenez de rien. À qui pouvez-vous faire confiance ? Fascinant, bourré de suspense et de retournements, ce thriller psychologique vous tiendra en haleine jusqu'à la dernière page. Fans de "Sisters" de Michelle Adams et du "Couple d'à côté" de Shari Lapena, ce livre audio est pour vous !

Un suspense psychologique électrisant pour les fans de Claire Mackintosh ("Te laisser partir", Prix du meilleur roman étranger Festival Polar de Cognac 2016), S.K. Tremayne ("Le Doute"), S.J. Watson ("Avant d'aller dormir") et Paula Hawkins ("La Fille du train"). Je m'appelle Irini. Mes parents m'ont abandonnée. Je m'appelle Eleanor. Quand ma sœur avait trois ans, mes parents l'ont abandonnée. Moi, ils m'ont gardée. Deux sœurs. Deux vies séparées. Une seule et même famille, unie par un atroce secret. Irini n'avait que trois ans lorsqu'elle a été abandonnée par ses parents.