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  The Broken Token

  Chris Nickson

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  Pickpockets, pimps and prostitutes: All in a day’s work for the city constable – until work moves too close to home… When Richard Nottingham, Constable of Leeds, discovers his former housemaid murdered in a particularly sickening manner, his professional and personal lives move perilously close. Circumstances seem to conspire against him, and more murders follow. Soon the city fathers cast doubt on his capability, and he is forced to seek help from an unsavoury source. Not only does the murder investigation keep running into brick walls, and family problems offer an unwelcome distraction; he can’t even track down a thief who has been a thorn in his side for months. When answers start to emerge, Nottingham gets more than he bargains for…

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  A Spark in Ashes - A Windswept...

  Annabelle McCormack

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  He thought he'd left the war behind. But the past never stays buried. 
  In the desolation of the desert in 1934 Egypt, archaeologist and former codebreaker Jack Darby receives a message that upends everything: his estranged sister is missing. So is Kit—the woman he once loved and believed dead. 
  Determined to find them, Jack uncovers a trail of clues leading from coded newspaper articles to the dusty heart of Mesopotamia, where political unrest brews and an elusive mercenary is brokering secrets that could ignite a war. 
  Drawn into a tangled web of espionage, smuggling, and betrayal, Jack must outwit enemies on both sides of the law, while grappling with a dazzling con artist who just might break his heart all over again. But the closer he gets to the truth, the more he realizes some secrets aren't meant to stay hidden—and some people aren't meant to stay lost . . . including him. 
  A Spark in Ashes is the fourth novel in The Windswept Saga and the first book in a spinoff trilogy about fan favorite character, Jack Darby. A story of spies, family drama, romance, and epic adventure, it is set in the interwar period of the 1930s in Egypt and the Middle East. This novel contains violence, mild language, and romantic, open-door steamy moments. 
   

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  Conquering Fears - Pathway to...

  Norma Jean Lutz

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  Cincinnati, Ohio in the 1840s is becoming a cultural and scientific mecca—the city boasts the first art academy and the most lucrative cultural environment for artists in the Midwest. This fact fits perfectly with the dreams and aspirations of young Laura Logan who wants nothing more than to draw, sketch, paint, and to appreciate fine art.Her dreams are not appreciated, nor encouraged by her family, most especially by her hard-working, rather stoic German mother, nor by her younger brother who is a relentless tease. Laura is repeatedly told that her art is a frivolous waste of time. She finds she cannot just turn off these strong passions, nor yet is she strong enough to defend her beliefs.Laura’s artistic, sensitive nature seems to work against her in daily situations, causing her to shrink back in fear. Even in circumstances which call for her to take a firm stance, and to make her voice heard.It takes a series of distressing events for Laura to learn to embrace her artistic nature, and still conquer her many fears.

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  Los de Abajo

  Mariano Azuela

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  Los de Abajo by Mariano Azuela is a powerful and realistic novel that captures the turmoil, violence, and human struggles of the Mexican Revolution. First published in 1915, this influential work is widely considered the first great novel of the revolution and one of the most important classics of Mexican literature. 📚🇲🇽
  
  The story follows Demetrio Macías, a poor farmer who is forced to take up arms after a conflict with local authorities drives him from his home. Seeking justice and survival, Demetrio joins a group of rebel fighters resisting the oppressive regime. As the revolution unfolds, he rises to become a respected leader among the revolutionary forces.
  
  Through Demetrio and his companions, the novel presents a vivid portrait of life during a time of chaos and transformation. The fighters come from humble backgrounds—peasants, laborers, and ordinary villagers—each drawn into the revolution for different reasons. Some seek justice, others pursue revenge, while many simply struggle to survive in a country torn apart by conflict.
  
  Azuela's storytelling is both direct and deeply human, revealing the hopes, contradictions, and disillusionment experienced by those caught in the revolutionary struggle. While the revolution begins with ideals of freedom and reform, the characters gradually confront the harsh realities of violence, shifting loyalties, and uncertain outcomes.
  
  Rather than presenting a romanticized vision of war, Los de Abajo offers a raw and honest depiction of revolution from the perspective of those on the front lines. The novel highlights the courage and suffering of ordinary people while questioning whether the promises of change can truly be fulfilled.
  
  Today, Los de Abajo remains a landmark work of Latin American literature. Its powerful narrative and unforgettable characters provide a compelling glimpse into one of Mexico's most significant historical periods. Through its vivid portrayal of struggle and resilience, Mariano Azuela's masterpiece continues to resonate as a timeless reflection on revolution, hope, and the complexities of social change.

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  Proud of You

  Mary Wood

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  A heartfelt historical saga from Mary Wood, Proud of You is a page-turning novel with a compelling mystery at its heart.Alice, an upper-class Londoner, is recruited into the Special Operations Executive and sent to Paris where she meets Gertrude, an ex-prostitute working for the Resistance Movement. Together they discover that they have a connection to the same man, Ralph D'Olivier, and vow to unravel the mystery of his death.After narrowly escaping capture by the Germans, Alice is lifted out of France and taken to a hospital for wounded officers where she meets Lil, a working-class northern girl, working as a nurse. Though worlds apart, Alice and Lil form a friendship, and Alice discovers Lil is also linked to Ralph D'Olivier.Soon, the war irrevocably changes each of these women and they are thrust into a world of heartache and strife beyond anything they have had to endure before. Can they clear Ralph's name and find a lasting love and happiness for themselves?

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  The Life and Adventures of...

  Daniel Defoe

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  What would you do if you were entirely alone, trapped on a desolate island with nothing but your bare hands and a desperate will to survive? 
  Driven by an insatiable thirst for the unknown, young Robinson Crusoe defies his family and sets sail into a world of violent storms, merciless pirates, and unforgiving oceans. But his rebellious hunger for freedom comes at a devastating cost. Shipwrecked and cast ashore on a mysterious, uncharted island, Crusoe finds himself the sole survivor of a catastrophic storm. Stripped of society and comfort, he must battle madness, starvation, and the terrifying unknown. With savage beasts lurking in the shadows and the constant threat of nature bearing down on him, every day is a brutal struggle for existence. Can a man forge a new civilization from the wreckage of his past, or will the untamed wilderness become his tomb? 
  Why you will love this audiobook:If you crave high-stakes Adventure Fiction, this classic survival tale will keep you on the edge of your seat. Brimming with visceral descriptions, survivalist tropes, maritime exploration, and profound psychological tension, this epic story of resilience is the grandfather of all castaway narratives. Prepare for an immersive experience of classic nautical adventure, relentless peril, and the ultimate triumph of human ingenuity. 
  About the Author:Daniel Defoe was an English writer, journalist, and spy, often regarded as one of the founders of the English novel. His groundbreaking use of realistic fiction and journalistic detail in this maritime epic forever changed the literary landscape, establishing a legacy that has captivated readers for over three centuries.

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