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  Timber and Dreams - 2nd Edition

  Daniel Afflerbach

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  A Historical fiction novel based in Seattle, Washington in 1923 
  A story of youthful idealism and a political pursuit against the Timber Industry. A young Irishman, Thomas Kelly, is on a quest to reign in destructive logging practices and begins a political battle which a Timber Baron is determined to stop. He tries to thwart Thomas’s efforts using hired muscle. When Thomas falls in love and discovers the Timber Baron has a dark and sinister personal life which may destroy the family of his new love, he and a few friends decide to take matters into their own hands. The political battle turns personal and becomes deadly when two families are put in the crosshairs of the Timber Baron’s fury

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  Love and War

  John Jakes

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  The Main and Hazard families clash on and off the Civil War’s battlefields as they grapple with the violent realities of a divided nationAmerica’s master storyteller continues his reign with Love and War, a story steeped in passion and betrayal. With the Confederate and Union armies furiously fighting, the once-steadfast bond between the Main and Hazard families continues to be tested. From opposite sides of the conflict, they face heartache and triumph on the frontlines as they fight for the future of the nation and their loved ones. With his impeccable research and unfailing devotion to the historical record, John Jakes offers his most enthralling and enduring tale yet.  This ebook features an illustrated biography of John Jakes including rare images from the author’s personal collection.

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  Under the Diehard Brand

  L. Ron Hubbard

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  Eighteen-year-old Lee Thompson has a chip on his shoulder and a mission in his heart to save his dad, an aging sheriff who's lost control of his town. Lee's plan is a dangerous one — mix in with the desperadoes and risk death at their hand. But sometimes, the only way to restore the law is to break it. Take the law — and the action — into your hands, as the audio version of Under the Diehard Brand takes you into a town gone wild.

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  The Agincourt Bride

  Joanna Hickson

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  The best-selling novel about the queen who founded the Tudor dynasty. ‘A bewitching first novel…alive with historical detail’ Good Housekeeping. 
  Her beauty fuelled a war. 
  Her courage captured a king. 
  Her passion would launch the Tudor dynasty. 
  When her own first child is tragically still-born, the young Mette is pressed into service as a wet-nurse at the court of the mad king, Charles VI of France. Her young charge is the princess, Catherine de Valois, caught up in the turbulence and chaos of life at court. 
  Mette and the child forge a bond, one that transcends Mette’s lowly position. 
  But as Catherine approaches womanhood, her unique position seals her fate as a pawn between two powerful dynasties. Her brother, The Dauphin and the dark and sinister, Duke of Burgundy will both use Catherine to further the cause of France. 
  Catherine is powerless to stop them, but with the French defeat at the Battle of Agincourt, the tables turn and suddenly her currency has never been higher. But can Mette protect Catherine from forces at court who seek to harm her or will her loyalty to Catherine place her in even greater danger? 
  Hickson's The Agincourt Bride is a mesmerising fusion of mediaeval history and romance, painting a vivid picture of a queen's struggle amidst the chaos of the French court. This work of fiction is a testament to the strength of women in the face of adversity. 
  For fans of Elizabeth Chadwick (The Coming of the Wolf), Alison Weir (The Cardinal), Carol Mcgrath (The Lost Queen), Annie Garthwaite (Cecily), and Anne R. Bailey (The Lady Ursula).

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  St Leon: A Tale of the Sixteenth...

  William Godwin

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  St. Leon by William Godwin is a philosophical and Gothic-tinged novel that explores the consequences of wealth, secrecy, and human ambition against the turbulent backdrop of 16th-century Europe. First published in 1799, the work reflects Godwin's deep engagement with Enlightenment ideals, particularly the moral and social implications of power, fortune, and personal responsibility.
  
  The story follows Count Reginald de St. Leon, a nobleman whose life takes a dramatic turn after he acquires extraordinary wealth through mysterious and questionable means. What initially appears to be a blessing soon becomes a burden, as his newfound fortune isolates him from society, strains his relationships, and places his family in constant danger and uncertainty.
  
  As St. Leon struggles to manage the consequences of his secret, his marriage to the devoted and intelligent Marguerite becomes increasingly tested. Their bond is challenged by mistrust, hardship, and the moral weight of hidden knowledge. Meanwhile, St. Leon's attempts to preserve his family's stability lead him into a series of increasingly complex and tragic circumstances.
  
  William Godwin uses St. Leon's journey to examine profound philosophical questions about morality, happiness, and the corrupting influence of unlimited resources. The novel reflects on whether true fulfillment can exist when it is built upon secrecy and moral compromise, and it challenges the reader to consider the costs of ambition and the pursuit of exceptional power.
  
  Blending elements of historical fiction, Gothic atmosphere, and philosophical inquiry, St. Leon presents a deeply introspective narrative that focuses on the internal struggles of its protagonist as much as external events. Its tone is reflective and often somber, emphasizing the emotional and ethical consequences of human decisions.
  
  The novel is also notable for its exploration of domestic life, loyalty, and suffering, offering a nuanced portrayal of family relationships under extreme pressure. Godwin's writing combines intellectual depth with narrative intensity, making the work both thought-provoking and emotionally engaging.
  
  Ideal for readers of classic literature, philosophical fiction, and historical drama, St. Leon remains a compelling meditation on wealth, secrecy, and the search for meaning in a morally complex world.

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  More than a Mistress

  Ann Lethbridge

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  Charles Mountford, Marquis of Tonbridge, knows he must do his duty and take a wife. But when he meets the unconventional Miss Honour Meredith Draycott, he discovers his inner rogue. Merry doesn't need a man, but sadly society takes a different view. Charlie is more than happy to make her socially acceptable, but only if she acts publicly as his betrothed- and privately as his mistress!

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