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  Viking Wolf - Dragonheart Book 5

  Griff Hosker

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  Jarl Dragon Heart has taken to the seas. With his wolf warriors he raids further afield than ever before as he seeks his destiny. He has to fight new enemies as well as treacherous former allies. The Norns weave their webs and the Vikings discover the Middle Sea and Africa before they find themselves at the court of Nikephoros 1, the Emperor of Byzantium. A vast moving novel filled with battles both at sea and on land as the Viking Wolf unleashes his pack on the world.

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  Timber and Dreams - 2nd Edition

  Daniel Afflerbach

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  A Historical fiction novel based in Seattle, Washington in 1923 
  A story of youthful idealism and a political pursuit against the Timber Industry. A young Irishman, Thomas Kelly, is on a quest to reign in destructive logging practices and begins a political battle which a Timber Baron is determined to stop. He tries to thwart Thomas’s efforts using hired muscle. When Thomas falls in love and discovers the Timber Baron has a dark and sinister personal life which may destroy the family of his new love, he and a few friends decide to take matters into their own hands. The political battle turns personal and becomes deadly when two families are put in the crosshairs of the Timber Baron’s fury

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  Song of Achilles The: Book...

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of The Song of Achilles, by Madeline Miller.
   
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Madeline Miller.
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  
   
  The Song of Achilles invites you into the mesmerizing world of ancient Greece, where love, friendship, and destiny intertwine in a powerful retelling of a timeless myth. This emotionally charged narrative centers on the profound bond between Patroclus, an exiled prince, and Achilles, the legendary warrior destined for glory.
   
  As their friendship blossoms within the royal palace, they navigate the challenges of youth and the weight of expectations. Their journey is marked by laughter, shared dreams, and the haunting specter of fate, leading them toward the tumultuous battleground of the Trojan War. With each chapter, you’ll witness their relationship deepen, evolving from innocent companionship to a love that defies the boundaries of friendship and fate.
   
  The author weaves a rich tapestry of emotion, exploring themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the true meaning of heroism. As the epic conflict unfolds, you’ll feel the weight of their choices and the consequences of their actions, compelling you to reflect on your own relationships and the legacies we leave behind.
   
  Narrated with passion and depth, this audiobook captures the essence of a story that is both a thrilling adventure and a poignant exploration of love. Perfect for those who appreciate epic tales filled with heart, The Song of Achilles will inspire you to embrace your own journey and cherish the connections that shape your life.

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  Alice B Toklas is Missing

  Robert Archambeau

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  Jazz-age Paris was the center of the artistic and literary world, and the center of the center was Gertrude Stein's salon, where the famous and aspiring creative talents gathered to gawk at Stein's Picassos and vie for status. Young Midwesterner Ida Caine arrives in Paris with her husband Teddy, a would-be Hemingway who thinks he can adventure first and write later. When Teddy falls in with the Stein set, he brings Ida to the salon, where she is shunted into a corner with the wives of famous men. She burns with resentment and wonders if she can ever develop into a real artist herself. A few days later, Gertrude Stein's partner Alice B. Toklas vanishes. Stein calls upon Teddy to investigate. Soon after, he vanishes. Forced to seek out her missing husband, Ida follows his trail through a milieu including strange Surrealist rituals, Tarot card readings, and the catacombs beneath the city. She falls in with a young American poet, T. S. Eliot. An unlikely passion grows while they seek answers to the shocking disappearances.

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  The Colonists

  Vivian Stuart

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  The eleventh book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of Australia: a country made of blood, passion, and dreams.
   
  Against overwhelming odds they fought to tame a savage land, now they must fight to keep it.
   
  For three tumultuous generations they had struggled to harness an alien wilderness, to lay the bold foundation for their dreams. But now, just as a radiant future beckons, they are menaced by distant powers hungry to seize what they have so bitterly won.
  As the new generation comes into its own, some, like Lucy Van Buren, live drugged by lavish splendor. Others, like Michael Dean, carry on the invincible pioneer spirit. And still the newcomers arrive, burning with unbridled passions and dark desires. Men like Robert Willoughby, fleeing disgrace, headed for disaster … women like Alice Fairweather, willing to risk everything for a cause. Together, as lovers and enemies, they must battle to forge the glorious destiny that is rightfully theirs. Once outcasts, they are now The Colonists.

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  Brothers and Kings

  Dennis Santaniello

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  Dive into 'Brothers and Kings,' the first electrifying chapter of the Conquistadors Trilogy. Set against the backdrop of 1530s Peru, this tale intertwines the fates of King Manco Inca and the ambitious Pizarro Brothers in a powerful narrative of resistance and conquest. 
  Witness a time where loyalty clashes with greed, and every decision can tip the scales of history. Crafted for enthusiasts of gripping historical dramas, this book promises a journey rich with authenticity and suspense. If you're captivated by Bernard Cornwell, 'Brothers and Kings' will seize your imagination. 
  Embrace a story that's not just read, but experienced—a vivid leap into a pivotal epoch that shaped the New World.

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