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  Treachery - Conquest Book 4

  Griff Hosker

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  Betrayal lurks in the shadows of conquest and rebellion. 
   
  In the shadow of William the Conqueror’s reign, loyalty dances on a knife-edge and betrayal lurks behind every corner. The fourth instalment of Griff Hosker’s Conquest series, Treachery follows the gripping journey of Baron Richard fitz Malet, a young knight torn between his steadfast duty and the treachery that threatens to unravel everything he holds dear. 
   
  As the north stands on the brink of chaos, fitz Malet must navigate a treacherous landscape filled with cunning adversaries, including the devious Walcher, Bishop of Durham. When the call comes to venture across the sea to Normandy, he is not just risking his life but endangering the very future of his family and the brave men under his command. Later, as the Scots invade Northumbria, the burden of leadership weighs heavily on Richard’s shoulders. Each decision could ignite a rebellion or bring salvation; every act of valour holds the potential for treachery. As the fate of a conquered nation hangs in the balance, Baron fitz Malet faces trials that will forge his character and test the limits of loyalty amid a crucible of violence and political intrigue. 
   
  Treachery weaves a rich tapestry of honour and deception, exploring the profound impact of a turbulent era on its people. Readers will be drawn into the emotional struggles of a hero who must fight not only against external threats but also the inner demons of trust, sacrifice, and the true meaning of bravery. Will Richard fitz Malet emerge as a legend, or will treachery claim him as its own? Dive into a story where every choice could change the course of history, and the journey will linger long after the final page is turned.

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  Death Comes for the Archbishop

  Willa Cather

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  "Death Comes for the Archbishop" is a masterful work of historical fiction by Willa Cather. Set in the American Southwest in the mid-19th century, the novel tells the story of a young French priest who is sent to establish a Catholic diocese in a rugged and unfamiliar land. Through his encounters with the indigenous people and his fellow settlers, the priest comes to understand the complexities and beauty of the human spirit. With its vivid descriptions and deep insight into the human soul, "Death Comes for the Archbishop" is a timeless meditation on the meaning of faith, community, and the quest for spiritual fulfillment.

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  The Scarlet Letter

  Nathaniel Hawthorne

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  Set in 17th-century Puritan Massachusetts, The Scarlet Letter tells the haunting story of Hester Prynne, a woman condemned to wear a scarlet "A" for committing adultery. As Hester endures shame and isolation, she raises her daughter Pearl and protects the identity of the child’s father, the respected Reverend Dimmesdale. Nathaniel Hawthorne’s powerful exploration of guilt, sin, and redemption probes the heart of moral hypocrisy and human frailty. A foundational work of American literature, The Scarlet Letter remains a timeless meditation on the complexities of judgment, punishment, and forgiveness.

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  The Departed

  Sarah Mellor

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  ‘Ask him to return the kiss when I draw my dying breath’ 
  St. Joseph, patron of departing souls – pray for me.’ 
  Liverpool, 1979: new CID recruit Leigh Borrowdale is seconded to a disturbing murder inquiry: a mysterious death in a decaying building, where the remains of a young man have been found. 
  Tasked with looking into missing persons’ cases to track down the identity of the victim, Leigh comes into contact with the disappeared of a city living through its darkest days of the winter of discontent. 
  As she faces her own family demons and battles the male-dominated world at work, Leigh discovers a connection to two boys feared drowned in the Mersey and links to the murky Liverpool underworld. Through it all her only ally is her colleague, DS Des Chung, who knows what it means to be an outsider in the police force, albeit one who takes a very different approach. 
  Twisting, deeply atmospheric and never losing sight of the human cost at the centre of every case, THE DEPARTED marks the debut of a major new talent in crime-writing.READERS LOVE THE DEPARTED 
  ‘A terrific debut. The Departed is right up my street with brilliant female lead. It’s all a police procedural should be. I’ll be looking over my shoulder.’ Mari Hannah 
  ‘When a book draws you in from page one and continues to keep you turning the pages, you know you’re onto a winner. I was glued to this from beginning to end and have already added this author on my list of Must Read Authors.’ Liz Mistry 
  'The cultural references are just perfect – anyone who's lived through the '70s will recognise every one of them. The plot is very cleverly constructed with plenty of satisfying twists and turns, right up to the end.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  ‘I loved the twists and turns of the plot which kept me totally engaged right through to the end. Well researched and brilliantly written.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'Anyone who lived through the so-called Winter of Discontent will immediately recognise the Britain that Sarah Mellor depicts in this gritty, assured debut novel.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  ‘A clever crime thriller with a historical slant with well developed characters and set in the best city in the world. Would 100% recommend.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'I loved it, kept me hooked from the first page.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'Really well written, gripping book that fans of Ian Rankin and the Cormoran Strike books will enjoy. Clearly been well researched. Would definitely recommend!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'I loved this book from the off … a gripping thriller … infused with a mordant Scouse wit, I cannot wait for the next instalment.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'Being from Liverpool I appreciated knowing the locations and the authenticity of the dialogue. Small pieces of history being weaved through the story were interesting and never seemed out of place.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  ‘The plot has a freshness rarely seen in current books of the genre’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'Absolutely loved this brilliantly written and compelling debut novel … with relatable characters the twists and turns keep you guessing right till the end. I would 100% recommend.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  Dark, vivid and unflinching, this detective mystery blends noir mood with richly observed fiction and the haunting stories of those who vanished. It stands out among the latest thrillers for its drive and detail, culminating in a last shock that redefines everything Leigh thought she knew. 
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  HarperCollins 2025

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  Media The - A Short Story...

  Henry James, E M Delafield,...

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  The Modern Age is one of information overload.  Bombarded, surrounded, and battered by facts, figures, opinions and seemingly whatever else comes out of anyone’s head from all directions at all hours of the day and night.  It’s exhausting. 
   
  However, in this volume we go back a little way to when social media was an actual chat on the street corner or a dinner party, when breaking news was tomorrow’s newspaper or something momentous when a TV or radio programme could be interrupted with the outbreak of war or the death of a leader or sovereign. 
   
  In the pens of such luminaries as Henry James, E M Delafield, C E Montague, Charlotte Perkins Gilman and many others we connect with old fashioned media from publishing and advertising to telegrams and radio and everything in between in ways that are surprising, enlightening but always entertaining. 
  1 - The Media - A Short Story Collection - An Introduction 
  2 - The Death of the Lion - Part 1 by Henry James 
  3 - The Death of the Lion - Part 2 by Henry James 
  4 - The Voice of God by Winifred Holtby 
  5 - Home Life Relayed by E M Delafield 
  6 - His Wife's Deceased Sister by Frank R Stockton 
  7 - Over the Wires by H D Everett 
  8 - The Night Wire by W F Arnold 
  9 - The Millionaire's Telegram by Barry Pain 
  10 - Mutiny by Dorothy Edwards 
  11 - The Eidoloscope by Robert Duncan Milne 
  12 - The Cloud-Men by Owen Oliver 
  13 - Why Herbert Killed His Mother by Winifred Holtby 
  14 - Looking at the Classics by E M Delafield 
  15 - Making a Living by Charlotte Perkins Gilman 
  16 - Two or Three Witnesses by C E Montague

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  John Barleycorn

  Jack London

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  It all came to me one election day. It was on a warm California afternoon, and I had ridden down into the Valley of the Moon from the ranch to the little village to vote yes and no to a host of proposed amendments to the Constitution of the State of California.

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