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    Shakyamuni's Pearl: A Thriller
    Garden Bugs of British Columbia
    • 2019

      Shakyamuni's Pearl: A Thriller

      • 332 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Set in 17th century Japan, the story revolves around ama divers Makoto and Kaho, who discover a massive pearl resembling Buddha's head. Their secret leads to tragedy when they are attacked, resulting in their suicide and the pearl's disappearance. In the present, researchers Maxine D'Argy Steele and Hugo Leyton embark on a perilous quest to recover the legendary pearl, facing threats from rival factions, including the Yakuza. With danger lurking above and below, they must navigate a treacherous adventure to uncover the treasure.

      Shakyamuni's Pearl: A Thriller
    • 2008

      Garden Bugs of British Columbia

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      A good garden is a healthy ecosystem, with everything in balance. This new book helps gardeners make sure the bugs are behaving.People too often only perceive bugs as unattractive alien species that should be crushed or sprayed with toxins. However, many common bugs found in your garden are essential predators, necessary to keep plant-attacking insects under control. Learn about the good guys and the bad guys of the garden in this entertaining and informative book. Features accurate hand-drawn illustrations of each insect.

      Garden Bugs of British Columbia