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2) The sparrow
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In 2019, humanity finally finds proof of extraterrestrial life when a listening post in Puerto Rico picks up exquisite singing from a planet that will come to be known as Rakhat. While United Nations diplomats endlessly debate a possible first contact mission, the Society of Jesus quietly organizes an eight-person scientific expedition of its own. What the Jesuits find is a world so beyond comprehension that it will lead them to question what it means...
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Sparrow novels (Mary Doria Russell) volume 2
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In Children of God, Mary Doria Russell further establishes herself as one of the most innovative, entertaining and philosophically provocative novelists writing today.
The only member of the original mission to the planet Rakhat to return to Earth, Father Emilio Sandoz has barely begun to recover from his ordeal when the So-ciety of Jesus calls upon him for help in preparing for another mission to Alpha Centauri. Despite his...
The only member of the original mission to the planet Rakhat to return to Earth, Father Emilio Sandoz has barely begun to recover from his ordeal when the So-ciety of Jesus calls upon him for help in preparing for another mission to Alpha Centauri. Despite his...
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“Exotic, entertaining . . . [an] exceptional first novel.”—San Francisco Chronicle
The year is 1861. After two centuries of isolation, Japan has opened its doors to the West. And as foreign ships threaten to rain destruction on the Shogun’s castle in Edo, a small group of American missionaries has arrived to spread the word of their God. They have yet to realize that their future in Japan has already been foreseen....
The year is 1861. After two centuries of isolation, Japan has opened its doors to the West. And as foreign ships threaten to rain destruction on the Shogun’s castle in Edo, a small group of American missionaries has arrived to spread the word of their God. They have yet to realize that their future in Japan has already been foreseen....
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After capturing the legendary Sword of Cortés, Jack and the crew of the Barnacle expect to take a break on the Yucatan Peninsula, but they soon become prime suspects when a charmed amulet goes missing and are forced to try to defend their good names by finding the real thieves.
12) The pirate chase
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Jack Sparrow and the crew of the Barnacle on hot on the trail of the notorious pirate Left-Foot Louis, whom they believe to have the legendary Sword of Cortés, but their mission is challenging, and the fact that first mate Arabella has a personal score to settle with Louis might endanger their mission.
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"When storms wash a beautiful shard of pottery ashore on Buccaneer Bay, a puzzling piece of history is uncovered. Where did the broken piece come from and how did it end up there? Are there more fragments? Mysterious lights in the water and unexplained sounds lead to wild ideas about what really lurks beneath the waves. Even the Delectable Desserts Contest is full of suspicious surprises. With her trademark determination and faith, Abby resolves to...
15) City of gold
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Jack Sparrow and crew return to New Orleans in search of the Barnacle's first mate Arabella, finding instead a city presided over by the notorious Madame Minuit and policed by pirates.
17) Silver
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Jack Sparrow's first mate Arabella discovers that her mother, far from being long-dead, is captain of the pirate ship Fleur de la Mort and sailing with some formidable mates, including Left-Foot Louis. Jack and crew are forced aboard the Fleur and quickly learn they may not be able to leave.
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Fitz's father has finally caught up with the runaway, and he has the whole Royal Navy with him. If that weren't bad enough, Jack is being chased down by the mysterious pirate Teague. With the forces of both the Crown and the carousers pursuing them, will Jack and Fitz be able to hold on to their cherished freedom?
19) The timekeeper
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Jack Sparrow, captain of the Barnacle, is pursued by Davy Jones, who wants a unique watch with the ability to change time itself.
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