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  John Paul Jones and Oliver...

  Editors Charles River

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  Plenty of unusual characters came to the colonies to participate in the war, with many sporting dubious titles such as the Baron de Kalb, but perhaps none arrived in a more unique way than John Paul Jones, a Scottish sailor who had plenty of experience with British ships before a controversial row on one ship compelled him to flee to the colonies in 1775. As it turned out, he was arriving in Virginia just in time for more fighting, this time against the British. 
  	Despite his lofty sobriquet, Jones constantly found himself frustrated by people and events beyond his control during the Revolution, and it would take years before the aggressive commander could take the fight to the British. Through a murky system involving French ships, and an even murkier chain of events, Jones engaged the British in battle around the British Isles, and his aggression became the stuff of legend. While the British accused him of being a pirate, he was feted by the Americans and French during the war before joining the Russian navy after the war.  
  	Americans had few things to celebrate during the War of 1812, and fighting on the frontier against the British and their native allies didn’t go any better than the conflict did in other theaters, but one of the only major victories the Americans won came at the Battle of Lake Erie in September 1813. That action made Oliver Hazard Perry, a veteran of the Barbary Wars and commander of the USS Lawrence, a legend whose name has endured for over 200 years. Perry was so instrumental in the victory that British historian C.S. Forester noted “it was as fortunate for the Americans that the Lawrence still possessed a boat that would float, as it was that Perry was not hit." As one of the biggest naval battles of the war, the results meant that America maintained control of Lake Erie, and for his part, Perry would forever be remembered as the “Hero of Lake Erie.”

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  Elephant Mountain - A Remarkable...

  Debbie Ethell

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  Elephant Mountain is the gripping tale of Debbie Ethell, a young woman whose fascination with an elephant skull in a bone museum leads her down an unexpected path. What begins as a curiosity about the tragic love story of Morgan Berry, the man who gave us Packy (the first baby elephant born in a U.S. zoo in forty-four years), and Eloise Berchtold, one of the world’s greatest animal trainers, soon becomes a chilling mystery. The couple, each killed by separate elephants they raised, left behind a legacy tangled in secrets, cover-ups, and unanswered questions. 
  As former owners of a secluded elephant farm in the rugged Pacific Northwest, Morgan and Eloise’s lives and deaths hold the key to a truth long buried beneath layers of deception. Determined to uncover what really happened, Debbie draws on her experience as a conservation research scientist and the steadfast support of her best friend, who is facing a life-threatening illness. While navigating the shadows of her own past, including her ongoing recovery from alcoholism, Debbie finds courage and insight from a herd of wild elephants in Kenya, a group she has studied since childhood. Their stories of survival and loss mirror her own as she delves deeper into a mystery that will test her resolve and redefine her future.

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  Life on Hold

  Ivonne Cabral

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  Discover a miracle among us 
  Life on Hold tells the moving and true story of Ivonne Cabral, a woman who faced the greatest challenge of her life: a chronic illness that brought her to the brink of death. Through its pages, Ivonne shares her journey from diagnosis to the moment she received a double liver and kidney transplant, transforming her struggle into a source of inspiration and hope.There is meaning in suffering 
  This book not only chronicles Ivonne's battle against her illness but also invites you to reflect on the power of love, the strength of faith, and the importance of relationships in the toughest times. With an honest, intimate, and sensitive voice, Life on Hold is a must-read for those looking to find light in darkness, meaning in suffering, and a purpose amidst pain.A Devotional Journey 
  Ideal for readers interested in true stories of overcoming, spirituality, and those facing chronic illnesses or challenging life situations. Find in this book a devotional guide to nourish your soul, strengthen your faith, and discover that, even in the hardest trials, we are not alone. 
  Life on Hold is a powerful testimony that reminds us that, with faith and determination, we can overcome any obstacle. Dive into Ivonne's story and let her journey inspire you to look beyond your circumstances and embrace each day with gratitude and hope. 
  Learn more at https://ivonnes.fund.

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  The Golden Age of Murder

  Martin Edwards

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  Winner of the 2016 EDGAR, AGATHA, MACAVITY and H.R.F.KEATING crime writing awards, this real-life detective story investigates how Agatha Christie and colleagues in a mysterious literary club transformed crime fiction. 
  Detective stories of the Twenties and Thirties have long been stereotyped as cosily conventional. Nothing could be further from the truth. 
  The Golden Age of Murder tells for the first time the extraordinary story of British detective fiction between the two World Wars. A gripping real-life detective story, it investigates how Dorothy L. Sayers, Anthony Berkeley, Agatha Christie and their colleagues in the mysterious Detection Club transformed crime fiction. Their work cast new light on unsolved murders whilst hiding clues to their authors’ darkest secrets, and their complex and sometimes bizarre private lives. 
  Crime novelist and current Detection Club President Martin Edwards rewrites the history of crime fiction with unique authority, transforming our understanding of detective stories, and the brilliant but tormented men and women who wrote them. 
  The Golden Age of Murder is a captivating blend of biography and mystery, revealing the untold stories of the genre's greatest figures. Martin Edwards, a prize-winning author, delivers a traditional yet thrilling narrative that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. 
  For fans of Otto Penzler (Best Crime Stories of the Year Volume 4), Elly Griffiths (The Locked Room), Richard Osman (We Solve Murders), Ethel Lina White (PUT OUT THE LIGHT), and Anthony Horowitz (Marble Hall Murders).

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  The First Cry - Broken Trust

  Harvest Briarwood

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  In the heart of Texas, a family's resilience is tested by infidelity and betrayal. Sophia, a strong mother, confronts the shadows cast by her husband Lucas's transgressions, fighting to keep her family, including children Elizabeth and Oliver, afloat amidst the looming darkness. Their story weaves through pain and hope, betrayal and love, as they seek solace in a fresh start. Sophia's unwavering love and the innocence of her children clash with the specters of Lucas’s past choices, setting the stage for an intimate journey of redemption and the steadfast pursuit of a brighter dawn. 
  Harvest Briarwood is a dedicated true crime author specializing in the harrowing realities of sexual assault. With a passion for uncovering hidden truths, Briarwood delves into the complexities of human behavior and societal issues. Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, she aims to shed light on the often-overlooked narratives of survivors.

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  Nadian Sirjanharian

  Simrat Sumera

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  The book *"Nadian Sirjanharian"*, written by Dr. Simrat Kaur Sumera, portrays the lives of approximately 33 renowned women. These women have achieved success in various fields through their hard work and have become a source of inspiration for society.

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