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Publisher: Oregan Publishing
This book contains the complete novels of Lew Wallace - The Fair God - Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ - The Prince of India; or, Why Constantinople Fell
A lonely, convalescing 12 year-old boy and his attractive mother, who is in a loveless marriage, meet a gentleman while vacationing at a European resort. Seeking an enjoyable way to pass the time, the man schemes to seduce the woman with the unwitting help of the boy. The son, puzzled by the developing relationship, becomes increasingly isolated and suspicious as he loses his childish innocence in this gripping coming-of-age novella. This work is translated from the original German, Brennendes Geheimnis, which has also been recorded for Librivox. Stefan Zweig was one of the world's most acclaimed writers during the 1920s and 1930s. He produced novels, plays, biographies and journals. He and his second wife committed suicide in 1942.(Lee Smalley)Show book
Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace (1875-1932) was an English writer of 957 short stories and over 170 novels. He is widely recognized as one of the most prolific writers of his age. "White Stockings" is a compelling and cleverly constructed story about a vengeful jilted lover with a gambling addiction, a racing tout, a gullible lover, a hairdresser and a wily old racehose owner... most of whom are hell-bent on double-crossing each other.Show book
A dark and sinister retelling of an almost fairytale:"It is in my nature to deceive, plot, and kill. If you want to stop me from destroying the world, be my woman. There is no other way." Two Parallel Universes.One a faraway faerie kingdom, and the other the modern city of Belmore.Two worlds that were not meant to cross, if not for the destiny of the three.A demon fox sent to the human world to wreak havoc and destroy.A crown prince controlled by nothing but greed.Both fell in love with one woman:Yuki. The reader. Will there be a happy ending, or will they find themselves caught in a bewitching illusion?Show book
Step into the pages of 'The House of May Flowers,' a touching narrative that traces the protagonist Raja's path from childhood loss to a poignant quest for identity. Born as the prince to the vast estates Pulianda clan, his life takes a sudden turn with the untimely death of his father Kushalappa. Sent to his uncle's care after his father's demise, Raja returns years later, unearthing hidden family truths. With captivating characters and a rich portrayal of Kodagu's culture, readers are immersed in a world both familiar and new. The novel's exploration of generational dynamics resonates, although the shift in narration style offers a unique twist. From grief to joy, the book navigates a spectrum of emotions, making it a compelling choice for those intrigued by urban fiction and cultural revelations, offering a window into the lifestyle of Kodagu.Show book
Aylward Edward "A.E." Dingle (1874 - 1947) was a sailor and writer. His own maritime adventures were as fascinating as the sea stories he wrote. He was shipwrecked five times, including being stranded on a desert island for several weeks."Bound for Rio Grande" is a classic swashbuckling tale about an old sailor who is shanghaied onto a ship heading round the Cape... but on his return he determines to get his revenge...Show book
A short story from award-winning thriller author Kevin G. Chapman. This simple job just went way off the rails. Lenny wants to get into the good graces of the guys who have connections. He's willing to do anything. His cousin, Eddie, sets him up with a simple job — drive a classic red convertible from Boston to Brooklyn. Nobody told him there would be a dog involved. Or a girl. And when the girl's husband shows up, Lenny is in way deeper than he ever wanted. It's not his fault, or is it? If he ever gets out of this scrape, he's going to kill cousin Eddie.Show book
