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  Oswald Is Innocent - Mark Lane's...

  Geoffrey Giuliano

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  In the turbulent aftermath of President John F. Kennedy's assassination on November 22, 1963, a maelstrom of theories and speculations emerged to unravel the enigma surrounding the tragic event. Amidst the cacophony of voices, Mark Lane emerged as a distinct figure, a staunch advocate for a meticulous investigation into the circumstances surrounding the murder and, more importantly, the accused assassin, Lee Harvey Oswald. 
   
  Mark Lane, an attorney by profession, stepped into the spotlight with his fervent belief that the official narrative of Oswald acting alone in assassinating President Kennedy was not only flawed but perhaps deliberately misleading. Lane embarked on a relentless quest for truth, armed with skepticism and an unwavering commitment to uncovering the intricacies of the case. In his investigation, Lane meticulously dissected the evidence presented by the Warren Commission, the body tasked with examining the assassination. He scrutinized witness testimonies, ballistic reports, and the timeline of events leading up to that fateful day in Dallas. Lane's scrutiny revealed discrepancies and inconsistencies that fueled his suspicions and raised questions about the veracity of the official narrative. 
  One of Lane's primary contentions revolved around the "magic bullet" theory, a cornerstone of the Warren Commission's findings. He argued that the trajectory of the alleged single bullet, which purportedly caused multiple wounds to both President Kennedy and Texas Governor John Connally, was implausible. Lane's dissent echoed the sentiments of many skeptics who found it difficult to accept the official explanation of a lone gunman. 
   
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  The Adventure of the Cardboard...

  Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

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  "The Adventure of the Cardboard Box" is one of the 56 short Sherlock Holmes stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. It is the second of the twelve Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes in most British editions of the canon, and the second of the eight stories from His Last Bow in most American versions. The story was first published in The Strand Magazine in 1893.
  Miss Susan Cushing of Croydon receives a parcel in the post that contains two severed human ears packed in coarse salt. Inspector Lestrade of Scotland Yard suspects a prank by three medical students whom Miss Cushing was forced to evict because of their unruly behaviour. The parcel was sent from Belfast, the city of origin of one of the former boarders. Upon examining the parcel himself, Holmes is convinced that it is evidence of a serious crime. He reasons that a medical student with access to a dissection laboratory would likely use something other than plain salt to preserve human remains, and would be able to make a more precise cut than the roughly hacked ears suggest. The address on the package, roughly written and with a spelling correction, suggests to Holmes that the sender lacks education and is unfamiliar with Croydon. The knot in the string suggests to Holmes that they are looking for someone with sailing experience.

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  A Ruinous Wind - Discover a...

  John Pilkington

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  Get hold of the second adventure in this gripping Elizabethan mystery series from John Pilkington!🩸🔍 
  'Thomas proves a dogged, creative and insightful sleuth.’ - Publishers Weekly 
  MURDER MOST SAVAGE… 
  When invited to attend the Barrowhill Pleasures at the seat of the extravagant and pompous Earl of Reigate, Sir Robert Vicary of Petbury brings Thomas, his trusted falconer along with him to enjoy the festivities. 
  But things take a very deadly turn when three of the Earl’s guests are murdered, and the Earl seems eager to cover the deaths up at all costs. With the promise of Queen Elizabeth attending the spectacle, the Earl remains adamant that his dramatic re-enactment of the Spanish Armada should still go ahead - despite the tide of unpleasantness. 
  As the festivities continue, a killer is on the loose, and Thomas must keep a keen eye on the guests. One of them is not what they seem, and he must discern who before the Earl himself becomes the next target. 
  Perfect for fans of C. J. Sansom, Andrew Taylor and S. J. Parris. 
  Praise for the Thomas the Falconer series: 
  ‘Larger-than-life characters and authentic 16th-century ambience… Pilkington successfully draws readers into his world and keeps them turning the pages.’ - Booklist 
  'The story moves at a great pace ... it made a welcome change to discover Elizabethan England through the eyes of a lesser mortal.' - The Historical Novels Review 
  ‘A sturdy and entertaining historical for fans of Elizabethan mysteries’ Library Journal 
  ‘This latest entry in Pilkington’s Thomas the Falconer series is a vigorous adventure featuring a likeable hero, an intriguing plot and a fine sense of period ambience.’ Booklist 
  Praise for A Ruinous Wind: 
  'Excellent! This is an extremely readable tale, with interesting well realised characters and history so well drawn it is as if you are there' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 
  'Book 2 in this excellent series. The author writes very cleverly with humour and the descriptive prose transports the reader to the Elizabethan period.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 
  'Great plot, characters, historical fact. Enjoyed every one of these books!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 
  'Pilkington has a way of making you think you know what's about to happen only for the story to take a turn in a direction I wasn't expecting.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 
  'Simply brilliant!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

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  Project Genesis

  Brian Phillipson

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  The Nazis of World War Two were fascinated with the occult and the supernatural, seeking advantage from holy relics of all description. As the war came to an end many of the leaders and their artefacts disappeared. Now their descendants have re-emerged and are taking over where the Third Reich left off, only this time they not only have the occult but modern technology to advance their cause. The only thing standing in the way of the new world order is ex-SAS major Hugh Grantham and a 900 year old secret society that the world thought had disappeared centuries ago.From the Middle East, through Europe to North and South America this story is a fast paced action adventure covering what could be the end of the world as we know it.

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  The Adventure of the Blanched...

  Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

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  "The Adventure of the Blanched Soldier" (1926) is one of 12 Sherlock Holmes short stories (56 total) by Arthur Conan Doyle in The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes first published Strand Magazine October 1921 - April 1927. This story is one of only two narrated by Holmes rather than Doctor Watson - the other one being "The Adventure of the Lion's Mane". Not surprisingly, Dr. Watson does not appear in either story.
  In January 1903, at Baker Street, James M. Dodd sees Holmes about a missing friend, Godfrey Emsworth. Dodd and Emsworth served together in the Imperial Yeomanry in South Africa during the Second Boer War, which has only just ended. Emsworth was wounded during this war. Dodd has not seen him since the report of his injury leading Dodd to believe something is amiss.

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  A Cyclist's Guide to Crime &...

  Anna Claire

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  Ex-pat Sadie Greene expects some bumps in the road while navigating her new life as a bicycling tour company owner in the South of France. But murder is one obstacle she can’t avoid … 
   
  Nine months ago, Sadie Greene shocked friends and family by ditching her sensible office job in the Chicago suburbs and buying a sight-unseen French bicycling tour company, Oui Cycle. Now she’s living the unconventional life of her dreams in the gorgeous village of Sans-Souci-sur-Mer. Sans souci means carefree, but Sadie feels enough pressure to burst a tire when hometown friends arrive for a tour, including her former boss, Dom Appleton. Sadie is determined to show them the wonders of France and cycling—and to prove she made the right move. 
   
  She hopes her meticulously planned nine-day itinerary will win them over, with its stunning seascapes, delicious wine tastings, hilltop villages, and, of course, frequent stops for croissants. When Dom drags his heels on fun, Sadie vows he’ll enjoy if it kills her. That is, until Dom ends up dead. The tragedy was no accident.  
   
  Someone went out of their way to bring a permanent end to Dom’s vacation. 
   
  As more crimes—and murder—roll in, suspicions hover over Oui Cycle. To save her dream business, help her friends, and bring justice, Sadie launches her own investigation. However, mysteries mount with every turn. On an uphill battle for clues, can Sadie come to terms with her painful past while spinning closer to the truth—or will a twisted killer put the brakes on her for good?

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