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  Recognition

  Susan Greenwood

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  It is 1717 and a remarkable woman is reflecting on a life lived, always knowing she was different, always wondering why. 
   
   
   
  Even as a young child, Elisabeth was able to see, do, and feel things that others clearly could not—and knew to be careful. It was the era of witch-hunting in France and many like her were tortured and burnt at the stake. 
   
   
   
  Visions she's experienced all her life become a reality when Elisabeth travels to England and finds herself at Oakwood Grange, the home of Alice Harryman. Traumatic events forge an unbreakable bond between the two women and Elisabeth uses her skills to safeguard Alice and her family any way she can, content that this is her calling. 
   
   
   
  But she soon realizes that there's something special about this particular location. How come others have been expecting her? Why are some animals more than they seem? Is it possible that her presence here is more important than she imagined? 
   
   
   
  Finally, Elisabeth recognizes herself for what she truly is. She now understands the purpose of her life, and is prepared to meet the challenge . . . 
   
   
   
   . . . but it's dangerous and she will need to use all her powers. 
   
   
   
  No one said fighting evil was going to be easy.

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  Seraphina's Song

  Kathryn Gauci

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  “If I knew then, dear reader, what I know now, I should have turned on my heels and left. But no, instead, I stood there transfixed on the beautiful image of Seraphina. In that moment my fate was sealed.” 
  Dionysos Mavroulis is a man without a future: a man who embraces destiny and risks everything for love. 
  A refugee from Asia Minor, he escapes Smyrna in 1922 disguised as an old woman. Alienated and plagued by feelings of remorse, he spirals into poverty and seeks solace in the hashish dens around Piraeus. 
  Hitting rock bottom, he meets Aleko, an accomplished bouzouki player. Recognizing in the impoverished refugee a rare musical talent, Aleko offers to teach him the bouzouki. 
  Dionysos’s hope for the future is further fueled when he meets Seraphina—the singer with the voice of a nightingale—at Papazoglou’s Taverna. From the moment he lays eyes on her, his fate is sealed. 
  Set in Piraeus in the 1920’s and 30’s, Seraphina’s Song is a haunting and compelling story of hope and despair, and of a love stronger than death. 
  “Cine noir meets Greek tragedy, played out with a Depression era realism.”—Discovering Diamonds

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  Memoirs of Louis XIV

  Duc de Saint-Simon

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  Memoirs of Louis XIV and the Regency by Louis de Rouvroy, Duc de Saint-Simon, offers a captivating and scandalous glimpse into the inner workings of the French court during the reign of Louis XIV and the subsequent regency. 
  Through Saint-Simon's vivid and often acerbic prose, readers are transported to the opulent and intrigue-filled world of Versailles. The memoir provides a detailed account of the king's reign, from his rise to absolute power to the decline of the monarchy. Saint-Simon spares no detail, offering insights into the personal lives of the royal family, the machinations of the court, and the political landscape of the time. 
  The memoir also chronicles the Regency period, which followed Louis XIV's death. Saint-Simon provides a firsthand account of the tumultuous years that led to the accession of Louis XV, offering a revealing portrait of the regent, Philippe d'Orléans, and the power struggles that characterized this era. 
  With its scandalous revelations, witty observations, and vivid descriptions, Memoirs of Louis XIV and the Regency remains a fascinating and essential work for anyone interested in French history and the intricacies of courtly life.

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  The Adventures of Roderick...

  T. Smollett

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  An orphaned outcast, an unforgiving world, and a rogue's perilous quest for fortune and revenge. 
  Born to a wealthy family but immediately disinherited by a cruel, tyrannical grandfather, young Roderick Random is thrust into a world that wants nothing to do with him. Left penniless and vulnerable, he relies on his sharp wit, a fiery temper, and the occasional help of eccentric allies—like his fiercely loyal, cutlass-wielding sailor uncle, Tom Bowling. From surviving abusive schoolmasters and treacherous relatives to facing down murderous highwaymen on the muddy roads to London, Roderick's life is a constant, gripping battle for survival. 
  As he travels through the treacherous underbelly of 18th-century Britain, Roderick encounters a colorful cast of grifters, hypocrites, and swindlers. He must adapt quickly, learning the arts of medicine, deception, and resilience. But with no fortune to his name and danger lurking at every tavern and crossroads, will his relentless drive be enough to conquer a society designed to crush him? 
  Why you will love this: If you enjoy the episodic thrills of a classic Picaresque Novel, this foundational masterpiece is essential listening. Brimming with sharp social satire, dark humor, and unpredictable roguish adventures, the story offers an unflinching look at human nature, greed, and survival, firmly cementing its place as a cornerstone of British classic fiction. 
  About the Author: T. Smollett (Tobias Smollett) was an 18th-century Scottish author and surgeon whose experiences in the Royal Navy heavily influenced his gritty, realistic writing. He is celebrated for pioneering the English literary style of rogue adventure, inspiring future literary giants like Charles Dickens with his biting wit and unforgettable caricatures.

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  Ravage & Son

  Jerome Charyn

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  A master storyteller's novel of crime, corruption, and antisemitism in early twentieth-century Manhattan 
   
   
   
  Ravage & Son reflects the lost world of Manhattan's Lower East Side—the cradle of Jewish immigration during the first years of the twentieth century—in a dark mirror. 
   
   
   
  Abraham Cahan, editor of the Jewish Daily Forward, serves as the conscience of the Jewish ghetto teeming with rogue cops and swindlers. He rescues Ben Ravage, an orphan, from a trade school and sends him off to Harvard to earn a law degree. But upon his return, Ben rejects the chance to escape his gritty origins and instead becomes a detective for the Kehilla, a quixotic gang backed by wealthy uptown patrons to help the police rid the Lower East Side of criminals. Charged with rooting out the Jewish "Mr. Hyde," a half-mad villain who attacks the prostitutes of Allen Street, Ben discovers that his fate is irrevocably tied to that of this violent, sinister man. 
   
   
   
  A lurid tale of revenge, this wildly evocative, suspenseful noir is vintage Jerome Charyn.

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  Around the World in Eighty Days

  Jules Verne

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  Embark on the adventure of a lifetime with Jules Verne's classic, Around the World in Eighty Days. Follow Phileas Fogg and his valet Passepartout as they race against time to circle the globe. A story that brilliantly captures the spirit of exploration and the wonders of the 19th-century world, this masterpiece combines suspense, humor, and a touch of romance. Verne's keen imagination, paired with meticulous research, brings to life diverse cultures, landscapes, and technological marvels of his era. Beyond mere adventure, this tale celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the pursuit of the impossible. 
  Whether you're a lover of classic literature or yearning for an escapade, Around the World in Eighty Days promises a journey that's as thrilling today as it was nearly 150 years ago. Don't miss your chance to experience the adventure that has inspired countless adaptations and continues to enchant readers of all ages. Your voyage around the world begins now – all within the pages of this timeless classic. 
  This audiobook was narrated and produced by RAM Studios, where humans and artificial intelligence collaborate to create an excellent listening experience. (The reading is done primarily by AI)

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