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  The Cask of Amontillado

  Edgar Allen Poe

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  Unearth the gripping tale of betrayal and vengeance in Edgar Allan Poe's "The Cask of Amontillado," where the chilling narrator, Montresor, weaves a story of calculated revenge. Set amidst the carnival festivities of an unnamed Italian city, the story unfurls with ominous tension as Montresor lures his unsuspecting acquaintance, Fortunato, into the depths of his family's catacombs. Poe's masterful narrative draws listeners into a world of deceit, manipulation, and the twisted allure of a perfect crime.

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  Ruthless Hawke

  Gwyn McNamee

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  Love can be ruthless, especially when you're a Hawke. 
   
   
   
  You have to be ruthless to be a Hawke. Our empire in New Orleans has only grown over the years. And protecting it falls on my shoulders. 
   
   
   
  Whether it's in the courtroom or in the streets, I do whatever it takes to get the job done. We've already suffered and lost enough. I won't let anything threaten my family or what we've built. 
   
   
   
  But a mysterious woman from my past shows up, with danger in tow. That's not all she brings with her. The little girl stares up at me with the Hawke blue eyes. Instantly, my entire world shifts. 
   
   
   
  It isn't just about defending what's ours. 
   
   
   
  Now, it's about defending what's mine. 
   
   
   
  Contains mature themes.

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  Two Otherworldly Tales: Uncle...

  Ned Reardon

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  ‘Two Otherworldly Tales: Uncle Dave’s Car & The Mystery of Betty Moon’ is a remarkable and unforgettable book.  ‘Uncle Dave’s Car’ is a highly entertaining and poignant story, set in and around the delightful town of Weymouth in Dorset. When Cordelia Brocklebank, a feisty ex-schoolmistress, takes her dog for a long walk through the Bluebell Woods, she’s in for the biggest surprise of her life.   What she discovers is certainly no teddy bear’s picnic, but rather an enigma that sets in motion a chain of phenomenal events, altering her perception of everything and ultimately the course of her life. As we accompany Cordelia on her journey of rediscovery, we are also presented with an eye-opening glimpse into the scarcely believable goings-on of a respectable seaside charity shop, as well as delving into the fascinating world of clairvoyants and spiritualism . . .  In the ghostly tale of ‘The Mystery of Betty Moon’, set upon the windswept saltings of the lonely Kentish marshes, we venture forth with the unsuspecting holidaymaker, Neville Cole, through the haunting mist of his recollections into the mysterious world of his childhood friend, Miss Betty Moon.

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  Elagabalus - Crown Of Leaves

  Darrell L. Minor

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  Set in the backdrop of 3rd century Rome, a time of turmoil and decay, the empire finds itself on the brink of collapse. The social fabric is unraveling, and the once thriving economy is now in shambles. However, amidst this bleak scenario, a young and inexperienced fourteen-year-old boy named Varius Avitus Bassianus unexpectedly ascends to the throne. Known to history as Emperor Elagabalus, his reign is marked by controversy and scandal, leaving a lasting impact on the Roman senate and the empire as a whole. 
  In this alternate historical drama, the narrative delves into the first four years of Varius's reign, presenting a different turn of events. The young emperor's life becomes a battleground, not only against the crumbling state of the empire but also against his own power-hungry grandmother, Julia Maesa. As Varius grapples with the challenges of governance, he finds himself entangled in a fierce struggle for control and influence with his grandmother, who seeks to manipulate him for her own gain. 
  Alongside the political power struggle, Varius also faces the consequences of his personal choices and secrets. This alternate narrative sheds light on the hidden aspects of his life, exploring the scandals and controversies that surround him. From his religious background to his unconventional sexual preferences, each passing day on the throne further fuels the growing animosity of the Roman senate and the empire towards their young emperor. As the story unfolds, the audience witnesses the complex web of intrigue, power dynamics, and personal struggles that shape Varius's reign, offering a fresh perspective on this tumultuous period in Roman history.

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  Flowers for the God of Love

  Barbara Cartland

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  With Russian, English and Irish blood in her veins and described by her uncle Sir Terence O’Kerry, Head of the India Office, as ‘as mysterious as the Sphinx, but as lovely as Cleopatra must have been at that age’, it is no surprise that the beautiful young Quenella O’Kerry has suitors continually falling at her feet. The trouble is that among them is the lecherous Prince Ferdinand of Schertzenberg, who not only has pursued her relentlessly but has even attempted to force himself on her in her bedroom!It seems the only way for Quenella to escape the Prince’s clutches is a marriage of convenience and to leave England for some time.. And this is just what the dashing Major Rex Daviot requires if he is to accept the huge promotion offered to him by Queen Victoria to become the Lieutenant-Governor of India’s North-West Provinces, when India is under British rule.The prospect of a loveless marriage depresses Rex, who enjoys the attentions of many a Society beauty, but even as they journey to India, Quenella’s curiosity, intelligence and loveliness piques his interest. And very soon, despite himself, Rex finds that his marriage of convenience blossoms into something far, far deeper.

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  The Bystander

  John David

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  It wasn't just another live shot . . .  
   
  TV reporter Pete Lemaster anticipates nothing more riveting than filming a short lifestyle segment for an upcoming college football rivalry when he arrives at the Jacksonville Waterfront pregame tailgate party. Then chaos erupts as a bystander stops an active shooter with an act of stunning bravery. And Pete suddenly holds a golden career opportunity in his hands—an exclusive video that goes viral. 
   
  With the citizen hero's star rising among the Second Amendment folk, Pete, too, enjoys the perks of fame. But something about that now-famous moment feels off, so he uses his journalism skills to poke around. Suddenly, he's not sure what he captured is the truth. 
   
  And now opportunistic political and media figures are threatening Pete's life if he doesn't back off. Can he blow the whistle on a coverup, out the real villain, and stay alive? 
   
  The Bystander combines the twists and turns of Catherine Steadman's Something in the Water with a bit of Carl Hiaasen's Florida snark.

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