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  The Lesotho Diamond - Inspired...

  B. G. Nettelton

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  Lesotho, 1962. In the stark beauty of the snow-bitten Maluti Mountains, a single lie sets two futures on a collision course. 
  After a forced plane landing throws Philippa Tremain back into the path of Stuart Price—the rugged charter pilot she’s never forgotten—a reckless impulse takes hold. To secure shelter, she tells their rescuers they are newlyweds. Stuart, horrified but protective, plays along. But their impulsive story, captured in a celebratory photograph, doesn't stay buried in the mountains. 
  Months later, Philippa is seemingly back on track, courted by a wealthy diamond heir in Cape Town. But the photograph resurfaces in the hands of a ruthless criminal entangled in a highland diamond syndicate. What began as a desperate lie becomes dangerous leverage, threatening Philippa’s glittering future and Stuart’s freedom. 
  As blackmail, illicit diamond deals, and political tensions swirl in the final years of colonial Basutoland, Philippa is caught between the secure life she’s been promised and the man her lie has endangered. Stuart, haunted by his own past, must decide how much he'll risk for a future that seems impossible. 
  Drawn from the author's lived history in colonial Lesotho and her father's real-life investigations into diamond smuggling and ritual murder, The Lesotho Diamond is a sweeping novel of love tested by secrets, loyalty challenged by ambition, and the courage it takes to choose your own path on a continent poised for change. 
  Perfect for readers of Wilbur Smith’s epic African adventures and Kate Quinn’s character-driven historical sagas.

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  Serpent Boy

  Suleimane Camara

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  ONE BOY’S DISAPPEARANCE WILL CHALLENGE A TRADITION AND IGNITE A REVOLUTION! 
  In a world where tradition rules and secrets are buried deep, one boy’s disappearance will unravel it. Kamboda, a boy with physical impairments, lives in an African village where such children are believed to be evil spirits. 
  When Kamboda mysteriously vanishes, his cousin Maladho sets out to uncover the truth, challenging deep-seated beliefs and uncovering government complicity. As Maladho’s quest for truth grows more dangerous, he realizes that exposing the village’s secrets could lead to societal upheaval, but it’s a risk he must take. Serpent Boy is a powerful odyssey of justice, compassion, and the indomitable human spirit that will leave you captivated and inspired.  
  About the Author: 
  Suleimane Camara is a dedicated social justice advocate with a deep empathy for marginalized individuals. Although fiction, Camara channels the personal experiences and insights he observed growing up in Guinea-Bisseau into his writing. Driven by real-world injustices, Camara wrote Serpent Boy to challenge societal norms and highlight the resilience of the human spirit. This debut novel reflects Camara's commitment to fostering societal change through storytelling. Living in New York, Camara continues to inspire change with a passionate and authentic voice. Serpent Boy offers a powerful narrative that resonates deeply with readers.

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  Marius' Mules XV: The Ides of...

  S.J.A. Turney

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  The war in Gaul is over. 
   
  The rebels are defeated. 
   
  Now the battle for Rome has begun.

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  A Tale of Two Cities | A Story...

  Charles Dickens

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  🌟 Are you ready to journey through one of the most turbulent periods in European history? 
  🔍 Do you crave a tale of love, sacrifice, and redemption set against a backdrop of revolution? 
  💔 Have you ever wondered how ordinary lives are transformed by extraordinary events? 
  If you answered YES to at least one of these questions, you MUST KEEP READING… 
  🗽 Experience the French Revolution Like Never Before! 
  Step into the world of 18th century London and Paris, where the winds of change are blowing fiercely. In this masterpiece by Charles Dickens, you'll be transported to a time when social upheaval and political turmoil were reshaping the very fabric of society. 
  At its heart, this audiobook is a powerful exploration of human nature. You'll witness the depths of sacrifice, the heights of loyalty, and the transformative power of love. 
  This timeless classic isn't just a window into the past; it's a mirror to our present. The themes of justice, oppression, and the struggle for a better world are as relevant today as they were when Dickens first put pen to paper. 
  Are you ready to be moved, challenged, and inspired? To experience a story that has captivated readers for generations? 
  Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of literary history. Scroll up and click the BUY NOW button to begin your journey through "A Tale of Two Cities" today!

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  Paradise Undone - A Novel Of...

  Annie Dawid

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  Paradise Undone, A Novel of Jonestown is a part real, part imagined retelling of the tragic events that led to the USA's biggest single loss of civilian life in the twentieth century.
  
  On November 18th 1978, nine hundred and nine people died in the Guyanese jungle. Published on the 45th anniversary, Annie Dawid's compelling story of Jonestown explores the tragedy through the voices of four protagonists - Marceline Baldwin Jones and three other members of Peoples Temple. Drawing on extensive research and interviews, Annie Dawid blends fact and fiction, using real and composite characters to tell a story about the horrific mass murder/suicide that took place in the Guyanese jungle, all because of one man with a God complex.

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  3 Christmas Stories -...

  Willa Cather, Lucy Ward...

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  There is something about the number 3.    
   
  The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two.   
   
  Most religions also have 3 this and 3 that and, of course, in these more modern times, three’s a crowd may be too many, except when it’s a ménage à trois.  It seems good things usually come in threes. 
   
  Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and literary avenues that classic authors were so adept at creating. 
   
  From their pens to your your ears.

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