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1) Crown jewel
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Ricky Lam had it all--A thriving film career, the adoration of countless fans, incredible wealth, and a cocaine and alcohol problem that was about to destroy him. His older brother strong-armed him into an addiction clinic. This causes a fifteen year rift between them. When tragedy strikes, ereasing Ricky's dreams of winning Philip's forgiveness, he resets his priorities. He turns his back on Hollywood, and dedicates himself to his brother's dream---the...
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Camino Island novels volume 3
Pub. Date
2024
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"The true story is about Dark Isle, a sliver of a barrier island not far off the North Florida coast. It was settled by freed slaves three hundred years ago, and their descendants lived there until 1955, when the last one was forced to leave. The last descendant is Lovely Jackson, elderly now, who loves her birthplace and its remarkable history. But now Tidal Breese, a huge, ruthless corporate developer, wants to build a resort and casino on the island,...
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©2006
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Addresses the impacts of the modern ski resort industry on mountain communities and environments. Includes footage and interviews from dozens of ski areas, experts, and concerned community members throughout North America. Reveals disturbing trends of an otherwise glamorous sport and presents examples where efforts are being made to protect and maintain mountain environments and communities.