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  A Knight in Tarnished Armor

  Cynthia Luhrs

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  Last summer, on what was supposed to be the trip of a lifetime, Amy’s best friend vanished without a trace. 
  After much pleading, her parents agreed to one final trip to England to search for clues as to what really happened to Lily, and then she'll come home and get on with her life. But when she’s accused of tampering with the dig and loses her job, not to mention any chance of working in the field ever again, Amy flees and everything goes horribly wrong. Then she meets an unlikely trio of sisters, fellow time travelers, who just might be able to aid her. 
  Christopher de Savage, the feared Wolf of Wolfshire, has no time for damsels in distress, especially ones that break his nose. He has a castle to repair, enemies knocking at the drawbridge, and somehow has to find a way back into the good graces of his brother.

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  In the Avu Observatory

  H. G. Wells

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  A serene night turns suspenseful as the tranquility of a remote observatory is shattered by an unexpected intruder. Astronomer Mr. Witherspoon faces an astonishing encounter with a mysterious creature that defies scientific explanation. As tension mounts, the tale unfolds into a gripping exploration of human curiosity and the unforeseen wonders lurking in the shadows of discovery, blending science fiction with thrilling adventure.

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  The Lantern of Lost Memories

  Sanaka Hiiragi

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  From acclaimed Japanese author Sanaka Hiigari comes a heartwarming, life-affirming novel about a magical photo studio, where people go after they die to view key moments from their life—and relive one precious memory before they pass into the afterlife.The hands and pendulum of the old wooden clock on the wall were motionless. Hirasaka cocked his head to listen, but the silence inside the photo studio was almost deafening. His leather shoes sank softly into the aging red carpet as he strode over to the arrangement of flowers on the counter and carefully adjusted the angle of the petals... This is the story of the peculiar and magical photo studio owned by Mr. Hirasaka, a collector of antique cameras. In the dimly lit interior, a paper background is pulled down in front of a wall, and in front of it stands a single, luxurious chair with an armrest on one side. On a stand is a large bellows camera. On the left is the main studio; photos can also be taken in the courtyard. Beyond its straightforward interior, however, is a secret. The studio is, in fact, the door to the afterlife, the place between life and death where those who have departed have a chance—one last time—to see their entire life flash before their eyes via Mr. Hirasaka's "spinning lantern of memories." We meet Hatsue, a ninety-two year old woman who worked as a nursery teacher, the rowdy Waniguchi, a yakuza overseer in his life who is also capable of great compassion, and finally Mitsuru, a young girl who has died tragically young at the hands of abusive parents.  Sorting through the many photos of their lives, Mr. Hirasaka also offers guests a second gift: a chance to travel back in time to take a photo of one particular moment in their lives that they wish to cherish in a special way. Full of charm and whimsy, The Lantern of Lost Memories will sweep you away to a world of nostalgia, laughter, and love.

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  The Crystal Egg - A Window to...

  H. G. Wells

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  In a dingy shop near Seven Dials, an oddly luminous crystal egg captures the attention of its reluctant owner. What begins as a minor curiosity soon becomes a private marvel, revealing scenes that feel structured, distant, and profoundly real. 
  As the visions deepen, the crystal becomes more than an object. It turns into an escape, a comfort, and a silent companion. The world inside follows its own rules, unfolds with deliberate motion, and hints at an intelligence watching from the other side. 
  H. G. Wells was one of the founding voices of modern science fiction, blending scientific reasoning with bold imagination. His stories often explore humanity’s place in a larger universe shaped by forces beyond control. 
  Best known for works like The Time Machine and The War of the Worlds, Wells brought speculative fiction into everyday settings. With precision and restraint, he invited readers to consider how discovery can unsettle ordinary lives.

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  Oracle's Obsession The: A...

  Hang Nguyen

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  🔮 Elara is the last Oracle of the Silver Veil, cursed to see countless futures but never her own. When a vision reveals the brooding warrior Kaelen will either save their kingdom or destroy it, she intervenes to change his fate—violating the most sacred law of her order. But every time she alters his destiny, she creates dangerous new timelines that threaten reality itself. Kaelen, haunted by visions of his own death, resists Elara's guidance until they discover a shared connection: their fates are inexplicably intertwined, and every touch sparks visions of possible futures where they're lovers, enemies, or strangers. As the timelines fracture and a mysterious force hunts other Oracles, they must navigate a labyrinth of what-ifs and might-have-beens. But the greatest danger isn't the collapsing timelines—it's their growing obsession with each other, a passion that could either rewrite destiny or unravel the very fabric of time. In a world where every choice creates a new reality, they must decide if some loves are worth destroying all possible futures for.

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  The Red Room - Skepticism Meets...

  H. G. Wells

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  A man who prides himself on logic and courage arrives at an old castle determined to disprove its reputation. The Red Room is said to be haunted, a place where past guests have fled or fallen victim to unseen forces. Certain nothing supernatural exists, he volunteers to spend the night alone inside, armed only with candles, confidence, and his belief in reason. 
  Once inside, the room reveals itself as a vast chamber filled with deep shadows, echoes, and unsettling stillness. As the night unfolds, small disturbances grow harder to explain, and the narrator finds himself locked in a struggle against something that cannot be touched, argued with, or escaped easily. The story builds relentlessly, using darkness and isolation to explore how the mind reacts when certainty begins to erode. 
  H. G. Wells was one of the founding architects of modern science fiction. Best known for works like The Time Machine and The War of the Worlds, he also wrote powerful short stories that blended psychological insight with speculative ideas. His fiction often challenged readers to confront uncomfortable truths about human nature. 
  In The Red Room, Wells strips away technology and futurism to focus on something far older and more personal. The result is a timeless tale that proves terror does not always need monsters, only the right conditions and a human mind left alone with itself.

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