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  Bound by Ravens - A Standalone...

  Jesikah Sundin

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  ✨ Duet Narration ✨ 
  Two rival thieves 
  One fated heist gone wrong 
  And a curse that threatens to steal more than their freedom 
  It was a simple job. 
  All I had to do was steal a ring from a mainland witch for the Thieves’ Guild that owned me. Easy enough, right? The reward would bring me closer to earning my freedom. And stars above, I wanted off this floating luxury island. 
  But then he showed up, a cocky thief from a rival guild, and ruined all my plans. 
  Every. Single. One. 
  I lost the ring and my chance at freedom. But on the bright side, if we fail to retrieve three magical artifacts for the witch, I’ll be forever cursed to exist no more than fifteen feet from that unnaturally beautiful, arrogant elf. As an additional treat, we’ll be hunted down by our own guilds when this curse prevents us from returning. I honestly didn’t believe things could get worse. Until he offered a solution to our not-so-little problem—a bargain to save our lives. 
  I would laugh, except I didn’t realize there was anything left in my life to steal. 
  ✨ BOUND BY RAVENS ✨is a dark-around-the-edges fantasy romcom and perfect for fans of:character driven romantasyrival thieves to lovershigh stakes romcomswitty banterIrish mythology and faerie talesheist adventureforced proximitywho did this to youhe falls firstfated matesotters 
  PLEASE NOTE:BOUND BY RAVENS was originally part of The Starry Kingdoms of the Fae multi-author collection and now a standalone in the A Bound by Ravens Novel series.

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  Castle for Rent

  John DeChancie

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  When the king of a magical castle ventures into the realm of the dead, creatures of all kinds vie for the throne in the sequel to Castle Perilous. 
   
   
   
  Who will claim the throne now that Lord Incarnadine, King of the Realms Perilous, is dead? Under a mysterious spell cast by a mischief-maker, all of Castle Perilous's 144,000 creatures of curiosity clamor for the crown. Outside of the castle's coveting fray, Gene flies off with an adventurous Amazon in supernatural manifestation and Lord Inky explores the dark mysteries that lurk in the realm of the dead!

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  Strip Searching My Own Bossy...

  J.C. Cummings

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  Mild-mannered Ethan Daniels is one frustrated guy. It’s bad enough that his wife Aubrey—a beautiful and shapely woman—is too wrapped up in her career to be bothered by anything pertaining to sex. But she’s also bossy and controlling to the extent that Ethan is afraid to even touch her sometimes—lest he have his hands slapped away yet again by his work-obsessed spouse. But all that is about to change when, on their way home from a trip to Canada, they are stopped by Customs officers at the border and ordered out of their car. Worse, after they are brought inside the Customs office, Aubrey is informed that, her name has been (mistakenly) flagged for possible drug dealing. This means that she is going to have to get her clothes off and be searched. Ethan suddenly finds himself very excited at the possibility of seeing his wife undressed for a change. But then, even better, the guard explains that Ethan’s help will be required with the more “intimate” parts of the search since there are no female guards on duty, and male guards are not allowed to touch female suspects “below the belt,” so to speak. Well, Ethan’s libido goes berserk! First, Aubrey’s shivering, nude body is such a sight to behold and to examine. Second, her embarrassment and humiliation—multiplied by the presence of the two male guards and even a couple of dirty-minded onlookers—is giving Ethan a taste of a more submissive, vulnerable Aubrey, as well as a heady, newfound feeling of power and domination over her. How much power? Well, let’s just say that searching his hot, formally bossy wife, though certainly gratifying, simply won’t do! Fans of ENF, CMNF, submissive female erotica—this story is for you. And if you like your females highly humiliated and easily subjugated, you’re in for a treat! Get your tantalizing copy today!

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  Under the Greenwood Tree

  Thomas Hardy

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  Under the Greenwood Tree by Thomas Hardy is a tender and richly atmospheric novel that captures the quiet beauty of rural English life in the nineteenth century. As one of Hardy's earliest works, this pastoral romance offers readers a gentle yet insightful portrait of village traditions, community bonds, and the subtle tensions between old customs and modern change.
  
  Set in the idyllic countryside of Mellstock, the story centers on the members of the Mellstock Quire—a group of local musicians who provide music for the parish church. Their simple, harmonious way of life begins to face disruption when a new vicar arrives with modern ideas, including the replacement of the traditional church choir with an organ. Through this seemingly small change, Hardy explores the broader theme of progress encroaching upon long-established rural traditions.
  
  At the heart of the novel is a charming love story between Dick Dewy, a devoted and earnest member of the quire, and Fancy Day, the village schoolmistress. Fancy is intelligent, graceful, and admired by many, including wealthier and more socially prominent suitors. As Dick courts her with sincerity and patience, the narrative delicately portrays the uncertainties, hopes, and emotional nuances of young love. Hardy's portrayal of romance is warm and quietly humorous, reflecting both the innocence and complexity of relationships within a close-knit community.
  
  Unlike the darker and more tragic works for which Thomas Hardy later became famous, Under the Greenwood Tree radiates a lighter tone, filled with gentle irony and affectionate observation. Hardy paints the landscape with loving detail—the rolling fields, woodland paths, and rustic cottages become characters in their own right, shaping the rhythms of village life. His descriptions evoke a sense of timelessness, inviting readers to slow down and immerse themselves in a world guided by nature's seasons and communal tradition.
  
  Beneath its pastoral charm, the novel thoughtfully examines themes of social class, change, ambition, and the delicate balance between individuality and community expectation. Hardy subtly highlights how modernization, even when well-intentioned, can alter the cultural fabric of a society. Through the lives of ordinary villagers, he captures a moment in history when England stood on the threshold of transformation.
  
  Under the Greenwood Tree remains a beloved classic for its lyrical prose, memorable characters, and affectionate depiction of rural life. Both a romantic tale and a cultural portrait, it offers readers a graceful introduction to Hardy's literary world—one filled with humanity, humor, and heartfelt reflection.

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  Bid For Fortune; Or Dr Nikola's...

  Guy Boothby

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  Guy Newell Boothby (1867 – 1905) was a prolific Australian writer. He moved to London in 1894 and became most well-known for his Dr.Nikola mysteries. This book is the first in a series of five and introduces the good doctor himself. Dr Nikola Is a criminal mastermind with an occult twist and like much fiction of that era this book and the following are more about how others fall under his spell and into his web. Here we have an adventure and love story that sweeps us from Australia, the South Seas, the Middle East and rural Hampshire with our lovestruck hero constantly battling against Dr Nikola and his cohorts. The sense of mystery and the exotic settings are exceptionally well portrayed and give the book a nostalgic appeal for the days of imperialists and hardened empire builders. - Summary by Peter Keeble

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  Africanesque Folktales - from...

  M. Taylor

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  This audiobook contains what I call my “Africanesque Folktales”. They appear in my audio and print book “Remembering Your Ancestral Fire” and are all original compositions of mine. My teacher, Grand Master Drummer Mamady Keïta said about them, quote: 
  “Taylor’s folktales draw from his experiences with me and his times in Africa. They contain the stuff of folktales of old. They are a wonderful interpretation of African tradition.” All of my stories are sourced from my decades of study with the djembe, my teachers, especially Mamady Keïta, and my numerous times traveling to Guinea, West Africa. The names are based on a 
  ctual people I’ve known or heard of; the places, on actual places. The sounds you hear in the village were field recordings I did when I was there. I have and continue to create these Africanesque folktales, but there is a trilogy I created that represent origin, duality and plurality, which are presented in this short audiobook.

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