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  Christmas at Belhaven Hall

  Karla Kratovil

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  She wants nothing to do with him or the holiday frivolities . . . 
   
   
   
  Lady Olivia Rivenhall has always lived at Belhaven Hall. A year has passed since her husband's unexpected death, and she's been living in limbo wondering when she will have to vacate her home and finally decide what to do with the rest of her life. Just as she is beginning to believe that the new earl will never come to take possession of the manor, Maxwell Drake walks back into her life. 
   
   
   
  After almost dying in a gutter in Venice, Maxwell Drake vows to turn his life around. Learning that he's inherited his estranged cousin's title is exactly the fresh start he needs. Max is looking forward to enjoying Christmas in the English countryside at the estate he's missed, but he's dreading facing his cousin's widow, the only woman he's ever loved. 
   
   
   
  The attraction is stronger than ever, but so are the wounds. As Christmas magic steals through the ancient halls and secrets beckon to be shared, can these two lonely hearts find a second chance at love? 
   
   
   
  Contains mature themes.

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  Praetorian: The Nemesis Blade -...

  S.J.A. Turney

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  The empire is settled from its civil wars with a new, strong ruler in Septimius Severus, and while the emperor campaigns in the east, a cohort of Praetorians has been left in control of Rome under Rufinus, now a tribune of the Guard. 
   
  But adventure calls once more, as Rufinus receives a worrying letter that sends him on a quest in the north, which will take him and his new faithful companion to the edge of empire, where he will uncover a secret that puts the whole world in danger.

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  Uncle's Tom Cabin

  Harriet Beecher Stowe

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  "Uncle Tom's Cabin," published in 1852, is an anti-slavery novel by American author Harriet Beecher Stowe. The story follows the lives of several enslaved African Americans, primarily Uncle Tom, as they navigate the harsh realities of slavery in the United States. Stowe wrote the novel as a response to the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 and intended to portray the immorality of slavery. The book had a profound impact on American public opinion and is often credited with helping to galvanize the abolitionist movement.

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  Extended Family

  Elizabeth Ann Scarborough

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  Which is more dangerous—the Civil War and Cherkokee resettlement, both of which wrack the divided States and destroy the only home you've ever known, or the curse upon your family? This powerful historical fantasy by the Nebula Award-winning author of Healer's War is a story of one girl's journey to a life she never expected or could ever have imagined for herself, set against the backdrop of a brutal war.

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  Kidnapped

  Robert Louis Stevenson

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  Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson is a gripping tale of adventure, betrayal, and survival set against the wild and turbulent landscape of 18th-century Scotland. Blending historical fiction with thrilling action, this timeless classic follows a young man's perilous journey toward identity, justice, and maturity.
  
  The story centers on David Balfour, a naive but determined youth who travels to Scotland to claim his rightful inheritance—only to be betrayed by his own uncle and sold into captivity. Thrust into danger, David finds himself swept into political intrigue, clan conflicts, and a desperate struggle for freedom. Along the way, he forms an uneasy yet unforgettable bond with the bold and rebellious Alan Breck Stewart, a Jacobite outlaw whose courage and loyalty challenge David's beliefs and shape his character.
  
  As the two men navigate treacherous terrain, evade enemies, and confront the harsh realities of power and allegiance, Stevenson paints a vivid portrait of Scotland's history, culture, and moral complexity. The novel balances fast-paced adventure with thoughtful reflection on honor, friendship, and the meaning of justice.
  
  Kidnapped is more than a story of escape—it is a coming-of-age novel that explores courage under pressure and integrity in the face of corruption. Rich in atmosphere and unforgettable characters, it remains one of Stevenson's most beloved works and a cornerstone of classic adventure literature.

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  Arabella and The King's Kitchen Boy

  Sue Huband

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  Arabella Twigg is a very ordinary girl living with her extraordinary family. She loves her Gran, but tries to avoid her brother, Tom, who is always trying to get her into trouble.Her life is quite boring until strange things begin to happen to her.Arabella is cooking with her Gran one day when she opens the pantry door and is suddenly standing in a huge, old kitchen. Across the room is an open fire where a full pig is roasting on an old-fashioned spit.There she meets a kitchen boy who is preparing a big banquet for King Henry VIII and his guests.

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