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  The Queen's Pawn - A Jayne...

  Andrew Turpin

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  CIA checkmated . . . A defecting oligarch meets a grisly death in London over a game of chess. CIA investigator Jayne Robinson is sent to Moscow on a high-risk mission to find out why. And the US president prepares for a crisis summit as Russia grabs a chunk of Ukraine. 
  The dead oligarch is apparently ready to pass on top secret information about the Kremlin’s increasingly hostile plans and strategy. But he never gets the chance. Operative Robinson is dispatched to Moscow to extract information from a highly-placed asset in Russia’s foreign intelligence service. But the operation does not go to plan, and Robinson is left in a desperate battle not just to get what she needs, but for her personal survival. The ensuing game of diplomatic chess becomes highly personal for Robinson as she swiftly learns it’s impossible to know who to trust—either on the other side, or on her own.

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  The Slim Hardy Mystery Series...

  Jack Benton

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  The second collection of Jack Benton’s thrilling Slim Hardy Mysteries, including books 4-6 in the series: Slow Train, The Angler’s Tale and Eight Days. 
  Slow Train 
  On the evening of Saturday, January 15th, 1977, a local commuter train is delayed at a small village station by a freak blizzard. Young nurse Jennifer Evans, keen to get back to her family, plans to walk the last couple of miles to her home in a neighbouring village. She phones her daughter to confirm that she’s on her way, but she never arrives home.In the ensuing police investigation, no trace of Jennifer Evans is ever found. The only evidence is a photograph taken by a fellow passenger of footprints in the snow in front of Holdergate station. 
  It appears someone was fleeing for their life…. 
  The Angler's Tale 
  Attempting to forget his problems with the bottle, former soldier turned private detective John “Slim” Hardy joins what ought to be a peaceful fishing package holiday in Dartmouth, South Devon. But when a violent tragedy affects one of the other tour guests, Slim finds himself on the trail of a potential killer. 
  Eight Days 
  After nearly a year out of the game, former soldier turned private detective John "Slim" Hardy takes what he hopes will be an easy comeback case in the quiet Devonshire town of Launceston. The disappearance in mysterious circumstances of local schoolgirl Emily Martin left police clueless. After being missing for eight days, her sudden reappearance left them equally baffled. Apparently unharmed, Emily claimed no memory of her period of abduction, and in time, the investigation faded. 
  Two years later, s her relationship with her daughter falls apart, Emily's desperate mother Georgia turns to Slim, wanting answers. 
  Her eight days missing has changed Emily, so much so that Georgia is unsure the girl is even her daughter at all ...

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  Murder in Moscow - A...

  Kelly Oliver

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  A page-turning, historical, cosy murder mystery from author Kelly Oliver 
  1918 Moscow 
  Will following her heart mean losing her head? It could mean losing her job. 
  Fiona Figg trails her nemesis Fredrick Fredricks to Moscow. But when she arrives at the grand Metropol Hotel, the bounder has vanished. 
  After Fiona doesn’t show up for work at the War Office, Kitty Lane raises a red flag and tracks her to Russia. Seeking haven at the British Embassy, Kitty and Fiona become embroiled in a plot to overthrow the Bolshevik government. 
  But the plot turns deadly when Fiona goes undercover as a governess in the household of Iron Viktor, the Bolsheviks’ Head of Secret Police. And when Viktor turns up dead in his study, Fiona finds herself wanted for murder and on the lam. 
  Can Fiona and Kitty find the real killer and escape the Kremlin before it’s too late? Or will this dangerous game of Russian roulette be their last? 
  Journey into the heart of 20th Century Russia in this fun and funny historical mystery, perfect for fans of Verity Bright and Helena Dixon. 
  Readers are LOVING Kelly Oliver's fun-filled historical mysteries: 
  'A fast and fun-filled mystery that checks every box. If you’re new to the series, it stands on its own as an action-packed novel that’s leavened with the dry wit of its indomitable heroine. A 2024 must-read' Lori Robbins 
  'A fun, mix of whodunnit and thriller!' T. A. Williams 
  'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride!' Frances Evesham 
  ‘Absolutely adoring this series set in the 1920's, the author really did her research! “Downtown Abbey meets Agatha Christie” and it’s absolutely amazing!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review 
  ‘A fun book. Fiona is a delight. Kitty is a minx’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review 
  ‘Fun romp of a read. Relaxing and intriguing. The characters are interesting and unique. Quirky story! Loved it! Worth every minute’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review 
  ‘What a dizzying romp this fun tale is!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review 
  ‘Superbly written. Kelly has an easy going writing style that is easy to get used to and easy to get along with. In fact reading this book felt more like a chat between friends rather than reading a book’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review 
  ‘The book has such a clever characters and the interwoven mysteries in the plot are certain to hook the readers. So many unexpected events happens and some characters takes an unexpected turn. Filled with twists and turns, adventure, historical mystery and a hint of romance’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review 
  ‘Everything you could want in a great cozy mystery’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review 
  ‘I really enjoyed this historical mystery! A mystery that grew more complex, suspense that grew more intense, and some great humor thrown in - what's not to love?’ Reader Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 
  'Simply delightful. Fiona Figg — with her tools, wigs, and disguises — is a sleuth you can't help but root for' S.K. Golden 
  'This historical mystery delivers twists and turns. I can't wait for the next one!' Muddy Rose Reviews 
  'I love Fiona Figg!' Margaret Mizushima 
  'A perfect blend of wit, fun, and intrigue' Debra Goldstein 
  'A fun diversion with an entertaining female lead' Kirkus Reviews 
  'Fans of Susan Elia MacNeal will gobble up this series! Highly recommend' L.A. Chandlar

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  Bedtime Stories - The Beautiful...

  Charles Perrault, King Bon Shi

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  A beautiful and pure, yet dumb and clumsy princess follows her heart to pursue true love when the world is against her to do so.

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  Importance of Being Reliable The...

  Booker T. Washington

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  Booker Taliaferro Washington (April 5, 1856 - November 14, 1915) was an American educator, author, orator, and adviser to several presidents of the United States. Between 1890 and 1915, Washington was the dominant leader in the African American community and of the contemporary black elite. Washington was from the last generation of black American leaders born into slavery and became the leading voice of the former slaves and their descendants. They were newly oppressed in the South by disenfranchisement and the Jim Crow discriminatory laws enacted in the post-Reconstruction Southern states in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
  THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING RELIABLE :I am going to call your attention this evening to a tendency of the people of our race which I had occasion to notice in the course of a visit recently made to certain portions of North Carolina and South Carolina.

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  Hard Times

  Charles Dickens

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  Step into the industrial heart of 19th-century England with Charles Dickens' powerful social critique, Hard Times. In this compelling tale, Dickens explores the stark realities of a society driven by utilitarianism, class division, and the relentless demands of industry. This story unfolds in the fictional mill town of Coketown, where human compassion is overshadowed by cold calculation and where the struggles of the working class clash with the ambitions of the wealthy. 
  Meet Thomas Gradgrind, a strict and fact-driven schoolmaster whose rigid philosophy of life affects his family and community in profound ways. As the lives of his children, Louisa and Tom, intersect with those of mill workers like the resilient Stephen Blackpool and the lively Sissy Jupe, Dickens weaves a rich tapestry of human resilience, love, and the longing for a better world. 
  With vivid characters, biting satire, and an unflinching examination of social inequality, Hard Times remains a timeless classic that resonates with modern audiences. This audiobook brings Dickens' masterful prose to life, offering an engaging and thought-provoking listening experience. Perfect for lovers of literary classics and those seeking a deeper understanding of humanity’s enduring struggles, Hard Times is a must-hear journey into the soul of Victorian England.

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