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  Lords of the North

  Bernard Cornwell

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  The third installment of Bernard Cornwell’s bestselling series chronicling the epic saga of the making of England, “like Game of Thrones, but real” (The Observer, London)—the basis for The Last Kingdom, the hit BBC America television series. 
  After achieving victory at King Alfred’s side, Uhtred of Bebbanburg is returning to his home in the North, finally free of his allegiance to the King—or so he believes. An encounter with a vicious slave trader introduces Uhtred to Guthred, the self-proclaimed King of Northumbria. Curious about Guthred’s astounding claim, Uhtred follows him north. But he soon discovers fate has another incredible surprise in store, and begins an unexpected journey that climaxes in the midnight siege of a city thought impregnable—a dangerous seige that results in the forging of England. 
  Lords of the North is Bernard Cornwell’s finest work yet—a breathtaking adventure, but it also tells the story of the creation of English identity, as the English and Danes begin to become one people, appropriating each other’s languages and, thrillingly, fighting side-by-side.

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  Monarch's Echo The: Book summary...

  Alexander Pike

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  This content is an independent and unofficial summary created for informational and educational purposes only. It is not affiliated with, authorized, approved, licensed, or endorsed by the original author or publisher. All rights to the original work belong to its respective copyright holders. This summary is not intended to substitute the original book, but to offer a concise overview and interpretation of its main ideas.
   
  
  The Monarch's Echo is a sweeping tale of legacy, silence, and the reverberations of a crown long buried in history. As a young archivist uncovers fragments of a forgotten ruler’s life—letters, artifacts, and whispered myths—she begins to unravel a truth deliberately hidden by generations of power. The deeper she digs, the clearer it becomes that the monarch’s voice was never truly lost—only silenced. In a kingdom on the brink of political upheaval, past and present entwine, revealing that the echoes of leadership, love, and betrayal still shape the choices of today. Atmospheric, elegantly layered, and rich in intrigue, The Monarch's Echo is a captivating exploration of the stories history tried to erase and the voices that demand to be heard. Perfect for fans of regal drama, slow-burning suspense, and emotionally resonant mysteries.

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  While Bugles Blow!

  L. Ron Hubbard

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  He's a handsome American Lieutenant in the French Foreign Legion. She's a beautiful woman who's as fiery as the North African sun. And she's all his — bought and paid for in the village square. Put them together and you've got fireworks. Two violent native tribes are determined to get their hands on the woman... even if it means unleashing an all-out war. Can the Lieutenant hold the fort against the onslaught? And does he have any idea of the secret in the woman's past that could change everything? The wrangling in the marketplace... the whisper of conspiracies... and the war-cries of the Berber all come to life as the audio version of While Bugles Blow! takes you to the wild heart of North Africa.

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  Pendle Witches The - England...

  AI Voice Christopher Allen

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.  The Pendle Witches England 1600's 
  Book 6 of 7  Anne Redferne 
   
  The books are fictionally based on the true names and part facts of seven of the accused witches involved being sentenced to death mostly, although innocent, and is as follows: 
   
  Anne Redferne, the gentle daughter of notorious witch Chattox, lived a life overshadowed by her mother's dark reputation in Pendle Forest. A skilled herb gatherer devoted to raising her young daughter Marie, Anne's quiet existence shattered when a neighbor accused her of cursing his crops. Though innocent, Anne was condemned by her mother's damning witchcraft confession and the testimony of child witness Jennet Device. In Lancaster Castle's dungeon, she received a vision: a golden wheat field promising peace beyond suffering. On August 20, 1612, Anne walked silently to the gallows, her final thoughts of the daughter she would never see again. Unlike her defiant mother or wealthy co-accused Alice Nutter, Anne met death with bowed head - a poignant symbol of ordinary lives destroyed by witch hysteria. Her story, often overlooked in the Pendle trials, reveals how fear could transform quiet poverty into "evidence" of witchcraft.  
   
  This is the sixth book in a series of seven audiobooks and I do hope you enjoy ,(might not be the appropriate word, this instalment, and it's only $3 dollars. 
   
  the initial opening credit music which does run to approximately 2  minutes plus, called Haunting Elegy, uses flute and harp to set the scene of witches living life as they could. The closing music ends in a sad way, called Melancholy same instrumental at nearly 3 minutes as the fate that befalls these innocent people awaits them.!  
   
  The story itself runs to about 25 minutes, and and is narrated in my own voice. 
   
  Please let me know what you think, there are a lot more to come!. 
   
  Christopher Allen     -      At your service

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  Anna Karenina part 1 - Step into...

  graf Leo Tolstoy

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  "Happy families are all alike; every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way." 
  In the aristocratic circles of 19th-century Russia, the veneer of high society hides turbulent secrets and shattered vows. The Oblonsky household is plunged into chaos when a devastating affair is brought to light, unraveling a fragile marriage and sending scandalous ripples through Moscow's elite. Amidst this turmoil arrives Konstantin Levin, a soulful country landowner whose heart belongs to the captivating young Princess Kitty Shtcherbatskaya. But Kitty's eyes are drawn to the dazzling and wealthy Count Vronsky, setting the stage for a poignant clash between earnest devotion and intoxicating societal charm. As destinies intertwine across grand ballrooms and snowy landscapes, the agonizing choices of these star-crossed figures will forever alter the course of their lives. 
  Why you will love this: Fans of Literary Fiction will be instantly mesmerized by this legendary tale of romance, betrayal, and existential longing. If you love deep character studies, atmospheric historical settings, the agonizing tension of forbidden love tropes, and the sweeping drama of Russian classics, this breathtaking production offers an unforgettable journey into the human condition. 
  About the Author: graf Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910) is universally recognized as one of the greatest novelists in the history of literature. Renowned for his vivid realism, philosophical depth, and unparalleled psychological insight, his epic works continue to define the pinnacle of narrative fiction across the globe.

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  The Liverpool Boy

  Helen Forrester

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  Timeless family drama from the best-selling author of Tuppence to Cross the Mersey. With over 3 million copies sold around the world, Helen Forrester’s heart-warming and gripping fiction set in Liverpool continues to move readers. 
  Looking back on his life, eight-four year-old Manuel Echaniz will never forget his youth growing up poverty-stricken and in hardship on the streets of Liverpool. 
  Now far away from the place that formed him, Manuel has a family who know nothing about the place he grew up. 
  Concerned by their lack of interest in their heritage, he sets out to teach his granddaughter about his formative years and the matriarchal community that raised him through the toughest of times. 
  Will she ever understand that other world he left behind in the teeming streets of the Mersey docklands? 
  The Liverpool Boy was previously titled The Liverpool Basque. 
  In this top-rated historical saga, Manuel's journey from a poverty-stricken boy to a wise old man is a compelling narrative. His coming of age in the harsh streets of Liverpool is a poignant reminder of our roots and the strength of community bonds. 
  For fans of Katie Flynn (The Winter Bride), Maureen Lee (The Kelly Sisters), Pam Howes (Dreams on Mersey Square), Anna Jacobs (Lavender Lane), and Rosie Goodwin (Dancing Till Midnight). 
  HarperCollins 2022

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