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  Edith Wharton's Summer - Unabridged

  Edith Wharton

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  “Summer” is one of only two novels Edith Wharton wrote that takes place in a rural setting (the other being her classic “Ethan Frome.”)  Given the subject matter, the book was considered scandalous in its day, but it is now considered a classic of early 19th century American literature.   
  The story follows the life and sexual awakening of Charity Royall, a young girl living in a small town who has dreams of moving out of her poverty-stricken community.  Courted by both the local rich businessman - her former guardian - and the dashing town ne’er-do-well, Charity starts up a love affair with the younger man.  But when her budding romance starts to take a turn…Charity is forced to grow up fast. 
  Edith Wharton - the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction - is one of the 20th centuries most beloved authors and we are proud to present “Summer” in its original and unabridged format.

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  The Road to Resilience - Velma's...

  G. L. Gooding

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  Based on the life of author G. L. Gooding's mother, Velma Steele, The Road to Resilience continues the saga first introduced in Where Courage Began. There, the audience met five-year-old Velma, her young siblings, and her suddenly widowed mother Alice. Now, it's Christmas Day 1924, and young Velma is still breathless from the dramatic events of the previous night. She remembers with joy participating along with many of her community in rallying around an isolated family in a moment of great need. 
   
   
   
  As years pass, Velma continues working hard at school and putting in endless hours helping her widowed mother and older sister. Together they support the family during the economic hardships in rural America that foreshadowed the Great Depression of the 1930s. Uprooted yet again by this national tragedy, the family's indomitable spirit and endless spunk help sustain them. Along the way, Velma begins to envision a brighter future in spite of continuing hardship. Then, as a young woman, Velma meets handsome Jack Gooding and in the briefest of time, realizes she has found her one true love. Now equipped with hard earned life skills, she feels confident in facing the vagaries of life with Jack at her side. Together they begin pursuit of shared dreams amid a turbulent world. All too soon, however, her resilience and courage must endure the greatest challenge yet.

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  Home In The Mountains

  Rachel Wesson

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  When survival demands courage, love offers hope. 
   
  New York, 1865. With her brother dead and creditors closing in, Ivy Gallagher faces a stark choice: stay in Five Points and risk everything—or board a train west to marry a man she's never met. 
   
  Colorado Territory. Cormac Burke isn't looking for love. What he needs is a partner—someone willing to share the burden of a remote ranch and the brutal winter ahead. His letter to the matchmaker is plainspoken: no promises beyond respect, shelter, and honest work. 
   
  What begins as a practical arrangement slowly transforms. Amid the snow-capped peaks and harsh beauty of the frontier, Ivy finds not just purpose, but belonging. Yet shadows from her past aren't finished with her. When a violent man comes calling—claiming Ivy as payment for her brother's betrayal—she and Cormac must stand together or risk losing everything. 
   
  In a land where survival depends on trust, can two wounded hearts build a future from the ashes of the past? 
   
  A sweeping tale of resilience, redemption, and the healing power of chosen family—set against the untamed beauty of post-Civil War Colorado.

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  All Quiet on the Western Front

  Erich Maria Remarque

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  Experience the harrowing realities of war through the eyes of a young soldier in All Quiet on the Western Front, Erich Maria Remarque’s powerful anti-war masterpiece. This poignant audiobook vividly captures the emotional and physical toll of World War I, offering a timeless exploration of humanity amidst the chaos of conflict. 
  The story follows Paul Bäumer, a German infantryman, as he and his comrades endure the brutalities of trench warfare. From the camaraderie of soldiers to the devastation of battle, Paul’s journey reveals the senseless destruction and profound loss that define war. Remarque’s unflinching prose portrays the inner struggles of a generation torn apart by violence, making this novel a universal testament to the costs of war. 
  Expertly narrated to convey the raw emotion and stark reality of Paul’s experiences, this audiobook immerses listeners in the trenches and invites reflection on the enduring impact of war on the human spirit. 
  Perfect for fans of historical fiction, war stories, and thought-provoking literature, All Quiet on the Western Front remains a searing indictment of war and a profound exploration of the human condition. 
  Start listening to All Quiet on the Western Front today and witness the unforgettable story of a soldier’s life in the trenches.

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  The Iron Way

  Tim Leach

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  Cast to the edge of the Empire, the Sarmatian army must fight in defence of Rome in the second of a new trilogy set in the second century AD, from the author of Smile of the Wolf. 
   
  In the hard, unforgiving land at the northernmost point of the Roman Empire lies a great wall. Once, the edge had been but a thing of thoughts and dreams, but one day the great Emperor from across the water had grown tired of such borders. So, a wall was raised from the earth at his command. From afar, it looked invincible. 
   
  Yet every wall has its weaknesses – if one looks close enough. 
   
  In its shadow gather five thousand fearsome soldiers. Men bred to fight and kill. The Sarmatians have suffered capture and defeat, but under a new command they are prepared to fight again. 
   
  For of the other side of the wall there are rumours. Of men closer to giants, of warriors who fight without fear or restraint. And the Sarmatians are called to defend against them. To stand and fight. To die for Rome. 
   
  Praise for Tim Leach's Sarmatian Trilogy: 
   
  'The characters feel rounded and real, and the Sarmatians' attempts to keep their world alive and evade the tyrannous reach of Rome are heartbreaking' The Times on A Winter War

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  The Bootlegger's Betrayal - A...

  Tanya E Williams

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  Secrets age like wine… and this one is ready to be uncorked.  
  Elko, Nevada, 1955 Seventy-six-year-old Meg Bruno has spent decades in quiet exile, keeping the past buried where it belongs. Once known as the infamous Bootlegging Queen, she smuggled sacramental wine during Prohibition—until the law caught up with her, stripping her of everything. The headlines wrote her story, but the truth? That’s a secret she swore she’d take to her grave. 
  June Monroe is a tenacious young reporter desperate for a career-making story. She’s come to Meg’s doorstep, pencil in hand, determined to unearth the facts of one of the largest wine raids in Nevada history while wanting to know more about the woman who never spoke to defend herself. But the harder June presses, the more Meg resists—until a secret she didn’t see coming changes her world forever. 
  As past and present collide, Meg must decide: will she keep her silence and leave this world an outcast, or risk everything to tell the truth at last? 
  Inspired by true events, The Bootlegger’s Betrayal is a sweeping historical novel of resilience, redemption, and the price of keeping secrets.Perfect for readers who love: Fierce, independent heroines, slow-burning family mysteries, rich historical settings, and twists that keep the pages turning.The past is full of secrets… but some refuse to stay buried.

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