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  To Catch a Husband

  Sophia Holloway

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  Gloucestershire, 1813. Miss Mary Lound of Tapley End would be the first to say that she demonstrates more grace with a fishing rod in her hand than she might ever twirling in a ballroom. This was not, however, a problem until her ne'er-do-well brother sold the family estate, leaving Mary and her mother in very straitened circumstances. When the new owner, Sir Rowland Kempsey, takes up residence, Mary decides to direct her energies into recovering her beloved home by catching a husband. 
   
  Promisingly Sir Rowland thinks Miss Lound is a breath of fresh air. But with awkward attempts at flirtation, a duplicitous predator at large in the neighbourhood and the emergence of feelings that complicate her pragmatic goal, Mary discovers that landing the man she wants is more difficult than she had anticipated.

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  Rob Roy Volume 1

  Walter Scott

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  "Rob Roy" by Walter Scott is a historical novel set in 18th-century Scotland. The story follows the adventures of the charismatic and noble outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor. Against a backdrop of political unrest and social injustice, the narrative explores themes of loyalty, honor, and the clash between the English and Scottish cultures. Scott vividly portrays the rugged landscapes and the spirit of the Highlanders, creating a compelling tale of courage and resilience. "Rob Roy" stands as a classic work, celebrated for its rich historical detail and the enduring legend of its titular hero.

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  Death of the Soccer God - A Novel

  Dimitry Elias Léger

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  A global soccer star’s epic ride to the 1950 World Cup places him in shooting distance of his dreams and his own death.  Gilbert Chevalier’s life is a mid-century miracle: wealthy, handsome, beloved by every woman he meets, and blessed with incomparable talents on the soccer field. And it’s all about to end. . . Gil’s father makes him swear off the sport, to focus on his studies. When he leaves the bourgeois comforts of Port-au-Prince high society and moves to the dizzying, jazz-soaked streets of Harlem to attend Columbia University, the promise is broken. Scrimmaging in Central Park, he’s spotted by the U.S. National Team’s coach and is recruited to play for the Americans in the 1950 World Cup in Brazil. And then he flies too close to the sun. Gil’s unraveling is the wild stuff of myth: a plea to God for salvation; secret messages smuggled across continents; lovers shuffled, scorned, and reclaimed; and journeys past the veil between our world and the afterlife. From the Caribbean to the States, to South America and back, Gil’s adventures are lush and lurid, and delivered with a breathless, breakneck pace synonymous with the world’s most popular sport. Death of the Soccer God by Dimitry Elias Legér is a passionate and improbable love story, and a roaring Pan-American tale about the price of fame. Inspired by the unbelievable yet true story of an intrepid young Haitian immigrant and energized with the high-voltage fervor of a packed stadium, Death of the Soccer God is a heady dance between life and death, an answer to the eternal question: can love save us?

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  Embers of the Past: Book summary...

  Margot Langley

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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. 
  Embers of the Past is a poignant and evocative tale of memory, loss, and the quiet flames that refuse to die. In a world scarred by war and fractured by time, a lone survivor returns to the ruins of her homeland, seeking closure for the ghosts that haunt her. Among the ashes, she uncovers remnants of a forgotten story—one of love, betrayal, and a legacy buried beneath the smoke. As the embers stir and hidden truths ignite, she must confront the fire within and decide what deserves to rise from the ashes. Lyrical, haunting, and deeply human, Embers of the Past is a journey through grief, resilience, and the quiet triumph of remembrance. Ideal for listeners who crave emotional depth, reflective storytelling, and the beauty of a world trying to heal.

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  25 Library Terrace

  Natalie Fergie

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  Have you ever wondered about all the people who lived in your house before you? 
   
  25 Library Terrace in Edinburgh is a house where lives are changed. 
   
  In 1911, new resident Ursula Black embraces women’s suffrage in the form of census protest, discovers vegetarianism, and learns just how difficult it can be to bring up someone else’s children. 
   
  In 1931, the house becomes part of a radical experiment in a different way of living, and a family secret from the past is uncovered. 
   
  In 2011, Tess Dutton needs somewhere to live in the wake of a failed relationship and is introduced to a rather unusual landlady. 
   
  In 2022, delayed by the pandemic, it’s another census year for Scotland, and as Edinburgh’s residents are able to gather once more, the strands of four generations at 25 Library Terrace are finally woven together.

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  King's Testament A: 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. 
  A King's Testament is a sweeping narrative of legacy, ambition, and the final reckoning of a life lived in the shadow of power. As a once-mighty ruler faces the twilight of his reign, he pens a confession that reveals the triumphs, betrayals, and sacrifices that shaped an empire—and the man behind the crown. Through memories both glorious and harrowing, a portrait emerges of a king torn between duty and desire, loyalty and ambition. Deeply reflective, poignant, and powerful, A King's Testament is a moving exploration of leadership, regret, and the timeless search for redemption. Perfect for listeners who crave character-driven epics filled with emotional depth and historical grandeur, this audiobook offers a profound journey into the soul of a monarch.

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