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  Carmilla

  Sheridan Le Fanu

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  Carmilla (1872) is a Gothic novel that begins when Laura, a young woman living with her father in an isolated castle in Styria, receives an unexpected visit from Carmilla, a mysterious young woman who, following an accident during her journey, stays as a guest at the family home.
  
  As the two young women grow closer, Laura finds herself increasingly fascinated by her new companion. However, Carmilla's strange behaviour, her prolonged absences at night and the unsettling secrets surrounding her past arouse a growing unease. At the same time, a series of strange illnesses and deaths begin to spread throughout the region, fuelling rumours and fears amongst the local inhabitants.
  
  As she tries to make sense of the events unfolding around her, Laura finds herself caught up in an atmosphere of mystery, attraction and danger where nothing is quite what it seems and where an ancient threat appears to have returned to disrupt the peace of the place.

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  A Room of One's Own

  Virginia Woolf

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  One of the most influential works of modern literature, exploring creativity, independence, and the power of women's voices.
  
  Discover "A Room of One's Own" by Virginia Woolf, the groundbreaking literary essay that has inspired generations of readers, writers, and thinkers. Blending elegant prose with profound insight, this timeless classic examines the relationship between creativity, education, financial independence, and artistic expression, making it one of the defining works of twentieth-century literature.
  
  Based on a series of lectures delivered at women's colleges, A Room of One's Own explores the historical barriers that limited women's opportunities in literature and the arts. Through thoughtful reflection, vivid imagination, and memorable examples, Virginia Woolf considers the conditions necessary for creative achievement while examining themes of education, equality, intellectual freedom, identity, and the enduring importance of independent thought. Her ideas continue to spark meaningful conversations about literature, culture, and society around the world.
  
  First published in 1929, "A Room of One's Own" is regarded as a landmark of literary criticism and feminist thought. Its influence extends across literature, history, education, gender studies, and cultural criticism, ensuring its place among the most important nonfiction classics of the modern era.
  
  Perfect for readers interested in classic literature, literary criticism, women's history, feminist philosophy, cultural studies, education, and timeless nonfiction, this remarkable work offers an engaging and thought-provoking reading experience.
  
  Experience one of the most important literary essays ever written. Add "A Room of One's Own" to your Kindle library today and discover a timeless classic that continues to inspire creativity, independence, and intellectual freedom.

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  World's Edge - A haunting...

  James Sallis

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  James Sallis' collection of five novellas.
  'James Sallis is a superb writer ' - Times
  James Sallis' World's Edge presents five masterful novellas—Dayenu, Carriers, Settlers, Allotments, and Reconstruction—exploring fractured societies, human resilience, and the fragile intersections of morality and survival. Sallis's prose, as sharp as it is evocative, captures the nuances of his dystopian and near-future settings, resonating with themes of dislocation and identity. Widely regarded as a pivotal voice in contemporary US fiction, Sallis's work aligns with literary giants such as Cormac McCarthy and Denis Johnson, weaving the poetic bleakness of the former with the incisive character studies of the latter. These stories draw readers into a world both intimate and unyielding, where existential questions lurk beneath stark, elegant narratives.

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  The Assassin's Mark - One of The...

  G J Williams

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  'The fourth book in G J Williams's Tudor Rose Murders series is, like its predecessors, a fast-moving and enjoyable mystery' The Sunday Times, May 2026 
  'The Tudor Rose series has already firmly established itself as one of the best historical crime series today, and The Assassin's Mark has set the standard even higher' Chris Lloyd 
  'Another absolute gem of a novel. Williams paints a vivid gripping picture of life – and death – in Tudor times. Don't let anyone prise it from your grasp until it's done' Zoe Sharp 
  'G J Williams brings her fascinating wealth of knowledge about Tudor England to another cracking mystery' Guy Jenkin 
  It is March 1570 and Elizabeth’s court has just crushed the Northern rebellion that sought to throw her from the throne in favour of Mary Queen of Scots. 
  Relief is shattered when a body is found near the palace. The ritualistic killing, a cloven hoof-print, a calling card, and the terrifying message daubed on the wall, point to a long-forgotten pagan deity linked to the Templars. 
  John Dee and Margaretta must navigate a community under threat, a pattern of poisoning, a City in fear of a spectre, and the dark arts of rival queens as they race between England and the courts of France to uncover an assassin known only as Baphomet. 
  'Compelling and meticulously researched, you're drawn into the dark heart of a disturbing crime. The Assassin's Mark is another triumph for G J Williams' Sarah Ward 
  'A masterly and compelling historical mystery and a real page-turner' Mark Ellis 
  'This fast paced and thoughtful adventure already makes me impatient for Williams' next book' Adele Jordan 
  'An engaging and entertaining historical mystery with an imaginative premise' Historical Novel Society

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  Finder

  Lilith Saintcrow

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  For years Jorie Camden has been quietly helping her police friends pursue cold cases. She's paid the price over and over again, her talent for Finding stretched to the limit. Now something different is stalking the streets, taking children—something old, and foul, and Dark. The cops won't admit there's a problem, so what can a Lightbringer do but solve the mystery on her own?
  Caleb is a Watcher of Circle Lightfall, and his mission is simple: protect the witch he's assigned to—the witch who just happens to be able to touch him without causing agonizing pain. It's his one shot at redemption, and it'll take every weapon he has, plus his willingness to play dirty. Even if his witch seems to be chasing something no one can see.
  Yet something Dark is indeed in their city. And now that it's aware of pursuit, it has plans for Jorie and her talent—plans not even Caleb might be able to stop . . . 

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  The Wolf's Shadow - 'Has already...

  G J Williams

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  'Right up there with C J Sansom... A brilliant historical thriller' Philip Gwynne Jones'The twists and turns are brilliantly done' Sarah Ward'A joy for the senses... see the smoke and grime of Tudor London' Chris Lloyd 
  1558: The body of Thomas Seymour is found hanging naked in an oak tree at Hatfield House, the home of Elizabeth Tudor, the Queen’s sister. But Thomas Seymour was supposedly beheaded nine years to the day on Tower Hill. How did he return from the dead, only to die again? 
  Doctor John Dee and Margaretta, assisted by his pupil Christopher, are charged with unravelling the mystery. But then there is a kidnapping, a ransom threat and more bodies appear. 
  Amongst secrets and rumours, the scandal of the Seymour Affair threatens to resurface. Elizabeth’s road to the throne could be ruined and with that comes the fall of the Tudor Dynasty. 
  Can John Dee keep Elizabeth’s secret before it casts a shadow over them all? 
  'Thrilling and intriguing' S. W. Perry'A joy to read. Well researched and fast paced' Leslie Scase'G J Williams knows how to keep a reader hooked' Adele Jordan'This is a fabulous mystery, pacy, tense and very atmospheric' Historical Novel Society'An intriguing story skilfully woven into the fabric of real history' Crime Time

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