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Lovers Meeting

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Josie has survived poverty and disgrace - but how will she cope when she returns home to a new job and some old secrets? ... Read more

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Set in the 1930s, this stand-alone sequel to MARY'S CHILD follows thefortunes of Chrissie Ballantyne and her family, which she is determinedto hold together, despite her husband facing bankruptcy and the rapidapproach of World War II. ... Read more

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Set in the 1930s, this stand-alone sequel to MARY'S CHILD follows thefortunes of Chrissie Ballantyne and her family, which she is determinedto hold together, despite her husband facing bankruptcy and the rapidapproach of World War II.
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For the increasing number of people diagnosed with dementia each year, treatment in the early stages can make a significant difference to their quality of life. This book provides examples of psychosocial interventions: taking into consideration the individual, social and environmental aspects of the person's life.It looks at ways of providing support at the time of diagnosis and goes on to ... Read more

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For the increasing number of people diagnosed with dementia each year, treatment in the early stages can make a significant difference to their quality of life. This book provides examples of psychosocial interventions: taking into consideration the individual, social and environmental aspects of the person's life.It looks at ways of providing support at the time of diagnosis and goes on to
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