Tolan, PeterOverview
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Peter Tolan
America's sweethearts
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10 editions published between 2001 and 2008 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,266 libraries worldwide Gwen and Eddie are the countries favorite on-screen couple. Having to promote their latest movie, the couple, whose public romance had turned into a private breakup, have to count on their veteran press agent and Gwen's assistant-sister, Kiki, to keep the press from knowing about the real story. Can true love, happily ever after and other Hollywood endings really happen?
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4 editions published between 2005 and 2007 in English and Multiple languages and held by 1,066 libraries worldwide Percy Jones is the understandably proud father of Theresa. She is a beautiful and intelligent young woman living in New York City. When Percy learns that his daughter is seriously dating a young man, he decides to do some research, and learns that her beau is a solid businessman. Percy arranges to meet Theresa's boyfriend and is a bit taken aback when he meets Simon. Percy never guessed that his daughter was involved in an interracial relationship. When it becomes clear that Simon and Theresa's relationship is likely to be altar-bound, Percy finds himself suddenly full of misgivings about the young man.
Analyze that
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9 editions published between 2002 and 2004 in English and Multiple languages and held by 967 libraries worldwide Fearful of his emotional stability, prison officials release Paul Vitti into the custody of his psychiatrist, Dr. Ben Sobel, who becomes even more exasperated when he learns Vitti will be moving into his home. As Sobel tries to get to the root of Vitti's real problems, he tries to help Vitti find a straight job. And adding to all this confusion, several members of Vitti's old crew are after him, who are determined to see that he doesn't pass along any incriminating information.
Analyze this
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9 editions published between 1999 and 2007 in 3 languages and held by 889 libraries worldwide A spoof on the gangster roles that have been associated with De Niro's film career, this is the story of an anxiety-ridden Mafia boss who monopolizes the services of a family psychiatrist.
My fellow Americans
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1 edition published in 1997 in English and held by 570 libraries worldwide They used to run the country. Now they're running for their lives! Two former one-term presidents are framed in a scandal by the current president and pursued across the U.S. by armed agents. The two squabbling political foes plunge into a desperate and delightfully frantic search for the evidence that will establish their innocence. As they scramble through the real America, they get an unexpected crash course in how their policies affected the citizens.
Rescue me. The complete first season
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1 edition published in 2005 in English and held by 479 libraries worldwide Denis Leary co-created and stars in this series featuring a New York City firefighter who has more problems than one can imagine, but has a way of always being one step ahead of the game.
Bedazzled
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4 editions published between 2000 and 2002 in English and held by 448 libraries worldwide A love-starved computer technician sells his soul for seven wishes and encounters modern versions of the seven deadly sins.
Rescue me. The complete second season
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1 edition published in 2006 in English and held by 423 libraries worldwide Recently divorced fireman Tommy Gavin is coping with the fear of his job and the unease he feels watching his ex-wife as she starts to date other men.
Rescue me. The complete third season
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5 editions published in 2007 in English and held by 404 libraries worldwide Hard-nosed and hard-headed NYFD firefighter Tommy Gavin returns along with the rest of the 62 Truck crew. In this season, Tommy is trying to hold his life and team together while dealing with the devastating loss of his son; Franco studies for the lieutenant's exam while "Probie" contemplates the end of his probationary period and now both ponder leaving the house; Lou and Jerry each grapple with--or try to hide from--the financial crises they're facing; and Sean has a good reason for trying to keep the identity of the new woman in his life a secret.
Bedazzled
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3 editions published in 2001 in English and held by 388 libraries worldwide A love-starved computer technician sells his soul for seven wishes and encounters modern versions of the seven deadly sins.
Rescue me. Season five, volume one
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6 editions published between 2009 and 2010 in English and held by 372 libraries worldwide Tommy Gavin is grappling with the death of his father. Janet has a new man in her life. The crew devises a business plan to open a bar, which turns into a lucrative venture, but also a temptation to Tommy, who continues to struggle with sobriety. Sean faces a health issue with no easy solution; while Needles struggles to garner respect and maintain control of the firehouse. Meanwhile, Sheila attempts to purge herself of Tommy and allows Damian to pursue a future as a firefighter. Conspiracy theories about 9/11 ruffle more than a few feathers, brought on by the arrival of an intriguing foreigner. Under the shadow of a haunting past, the crew continues to look to the future and realize that salvation often lies where you least expect it.
Rescue me. The complete fourth season
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1 edition published in 2008 in English and held by 365 libraries worldwide NYFD fire fighter Tommy Gavin and company face new challenges and old demons. As the season begins, Tommy is in the fight of his life, defending himself against arson and insurance fraud. He struggles to raise his new baby while facing paternity questions and fighting to keep his family together. Franco seems ready to settle into a steady relationship, but is shaken when he loses custody of his daughter. Alcoholism has taken a toll on Sean and Maggie's marriage, while Lou's newfound love threatens to put him in the hospital. And Chief Reilly fights back from a stroke only to find himself facing a decision that could change the fate of Truck Company 62 forever.
Finding Amanda
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4 editions published between 2008 and 2010 in English and held by 360 libraries worldwide A television producer with a penchant for drinking and gambling is sent to Las Vegas to convince his troubled niece to enter rehab in a last ditch effort to save his marriage.
Stealing Harvard
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8 editions published in 2003 in English and French and held by 351 libraries worldwide John leads a simple and happy life. He has a beautiful fianceĢe and has a job in his future father-in-law's company. Everything is great until his favorite niece surprises him with her acceptance to Harvard University and he is reminded of a long forgotten oath he made to foot the bill. Desperate, John turns to his best friend for help. It is decided that they must turn to a temporary life of crime to raise the cash needed.
The Larry Sanders show. Season one
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3 editions published between 2002 and 2010 in English and held by 128 libraries worldwide The first season from the HBO cable TV sitcom series about a "Tonight"-style talk show featuring an opening monologue, real celebrity guests, and a look behind the scenes at the show's operation.
What planet are you from
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1 edition published in 2000 in English and held by 123 libraries worldwide In order to save his planet of men, an alien is sent to earth to procreate with a woman. Unfortunately, he doesn't have a clue about dating so he is given dating lessons from his home planet.
The job The complete series
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1 edition published in 2005 in English and held by 93 libraries worldwide The acclaimed comedy series from actor-comedian Denis Leary about cops in New York.
Rescue me uncensored : the official companion
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2 editions published in 2007 in English and held by 84 libraries worldwide
Stay Carl stay ; Best half foot forward ; Pillow talk : three one-act plays
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1 edition published in 1991 in English and held by 65 libraries worldwide
Analyze this Analyze that
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3 editions published between 2003 and 2010 in English and held by 55 libraries worldwide In Analyze this, Paul Vitti strikes fear in the heart of all men. When he finds himself in an embarrassing predicament, he gets a therapist. In the sequel, Analyze that, De Niro returns. As mob boss, Paul Vitti, he needs more help than ever as he is released from prison into the custody of the only man who authorities think can help him: his psychiatrist. more
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Tolan, Peter James, 1958-
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French (18) Multiple languages (14) Spanish (9) German (6) Danish (2) Undetermined (2) Greek, Modern (1) Covers
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