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1) Marvel 1602
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Presents a 1602 version of the Marvel comic book universe. Sir Nicholas Fury, Queen Elizabeth's premier spy, wards off an assassination attempt by winged warriors who serve the evil Doom. Meanwhile, news spreads of the arrival of young men and a girl with superhuman powers. Fury searches for a connection between these strange events before his world spins out of control.
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"With evocative, immersive art from Fido Nesti, this vision of George Orwell's dystopian masterpiece provides a new perspective for longtime fans but is also an accessible entry point for young readers and adults who have yet to discover the iconic story that is still so relevant today"-- Provided by publisher.
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After fleeing an army of terrible monsters, Jacob Portman and his peculiar friends find themselves lost at sea, and the only person who might be able to get them ashore safely, their illustrious headmistress Miss Peregrine, is stuck in the form of a bird! Hoping to find a way to get Miss Peregrine back to normal -- or as normal as a peculiar can get -- the children journey to London. But no matter where they go, trouble follows after them.
4) 1984
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Español
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Presents a graphic novelization of life in a futuristic world where a totalitarian government watches over all citizens and directs all activities.
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Joana is a young witch who secured her dream job with a coven in London, her favorite city, where she can dedicate herself to creating potions, her favorite activity! However, she will soon discover the reality of city life is not so idyllic. Finding a flat is an ordeal, her "dream job" is stressful, and she's totally alone. Little by little, she makes her place, but fatigue, sadness, and doubts threaten to topple her hard-earned success . . . until...
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Presents, in graphic novel format, the story of Benjamin Barker, who returns from prison and assumes the name of Sweeney Todd, a barber who seeks revenge for the loss of his wife and daughter by killing customers and having them added to the meat pies Mrs. Lovett makes downstairs.
10) Alison
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"This graphic novel chronicles the fictional life story of Alison Porter, whose talent as a painter blossoms in bohemian 1970s London. Alison tells the story of a young British woman who, in her twenties, seizes upon the opportunity to escape from her quiet life in Dorset to the thrumming art scene of late-1970s London. But the vehicle for her escape is a charismatic older man whose reputation as an artist and philanderer casts a shadow which will...
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"Lydia and Edgar have returned to London after their adventure on the Isle of Manan. But life in the capital is no respite for the weary travelers. A being called the Fogman stalks the night streets, snatching children all around town. And it may have something to do with Edgar's dark past..."--From the publisher.
14) Black butler: 2
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"As high society's social calendar opens up and the Season draws to a close, London is gripped by fear. Someone has taken to stalking women of the night and painting the town red-- in their blood. The name on everyone's lips seems to be 'Jack the Ripper' -- and as a result, the name on Queen Victoria's lips is Phantomhive. Summoned to London to clean up the mess created by this madman, Ciel Phantomhive arrives with Sebastian, his extraordinary butler,...
16) Mystery club
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In "Wild Werewolves," the Mystery Club set off on a citywide search for a werewolf; and in "Mummy Mischief," the Mystery Club investigates if a mummy sighting in the subway station is connected to the new exhibit at the British Museum.
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"When searching for Ran-Mao, Mey-Rin's succesfully uncovered the covert operation in Baron Heathfield's manor--but an unforeseen hurdle stands in the way of a job well done. A tantalizing offer of employment has Mey-Rin reflecting on her own blood-soaked history that binds her to the former Earl Phantohive...Will she remain the master's devoted servent or will she abandon her post for good...?"--Provided by publisher.
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"London. The future. Alex and Freddy are just like any other brothers. They squabble. They drive their parents crazy. There's only one difference. They're the most powerful robots on Earth. But Alex and Freddy will soon discover that they're not the only super-powered robots around. For an evil robotic mind is making sinister plans, and their lives won't stay peaceful for much longer"-- Provided by publisher.