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  Northanger Abbey

  Jane Austen

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  "Northanger Abbey" is one of Jane Austen's earlier works, published posthumously in 1818. The novel is a coming-of-age story that follows the naive and imaginative Catherine Morland during her adventures in Bath and, later, at the eponymous Northanger Abbey. While the book embraces elements of the Gothic novel—a popular genre of its time—it also satirizes the genre's excesses and the naivety of its young heroine. Themes of social class, wealth, and morality are explored against a backdrop of Regency England manners and mores.

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  The Green God

  L. Ron Hubbard

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  The entire Chinese city of Tientsin is under siege from within — the streets filled with rioting, arson, mass looting and murder. And all because the city's sacred idol, the Green God, has gone missing. Lieutenant Bill Mahone of Naval Intelligence is on a mission to find it. But he's walking a razor's edge — between worship and warfare, between a touch of heaven and a taste of bloody hell. What does a near-death experience sound like? Find out, as the audio version of The Green God gives new meaning to the word escapism — escape from a crazed mob, escape from the clutches of a torturer, escape from an early grave.

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  Ranger Bill - Old Time Radio...

  Charles Erkhart

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  "Ranger Bill" is a classic Christian radio adventure series that captivated audiences in the 1950s and 1960s. Set in the fictional town of Knotty Pine, the show follows the daring exploits of Ranger Bill Jefferson, a dedicated forest ranger, and his humorous sidekick, Stumpy Jenkins. Created by Dr. Stair and produced by Moody Bible Institute, each episode of "Ranger Bill" weaves thrilling tales of outdoor adventures, mystery, and moral lessons. Rooted in Christian values, the show delivers wholesome entertainment, making it a beloved and enduring contribution to the world of radio storytelling. With its engaging narratives and strong moral underpinnings, "Ranger Bill" remains a cherished part of the golden age of radio. VOLUME TWO OF THREE

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  A Royal Likeness

  Christine Trent

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  As heiress to the famous Laurent Fashion Dolls business, Marguerite Ashby's future seems secure. But France still seethes with violence in the wake of the Revolution. And when Marguerite's husband is killed during a riot, the young widow travels to Edinburgh and becomes apprentice to her old friend, Marie Tussaud, who has established a wax exhibition. When Prime Minister William Pitt commissions a wax figure of Admiral Nelson, Marguerite becomes immersed in a dangerous adventure - and earns the admiration of two very different men. And as Britain battles to overthrow Napoleon, Marguerite will find her loyalties under fire from all sides. With a masterful eye for details, Christine Trent brings one of history's most fascinating eras to life in of a story of desire, ambition, treachery, and courage. 
  A Royal Likeness is the second book in the Royal Trades series.

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  Luxury - A tale of prositution...

  Vicente Blasco Ibáñez

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  Vicente Blasco Ibáñez was born in Valencia, Spain on 29th January 1867.  
   
  At university, he studied law and graduated in 1888 but never felt the urgency to practice - he was more interested in politics, journalism, literature and women.   
   
  Politically he was a militant Republican partisan and, in his youth, founded a newspaper, El Pueblo (The People). The newspaper was taken to court many times and he made many enemies. In one incident he was shot and almost killed. In 1896, Ibáñez was arrested and sentenced to a few months in prison. 
   
  Despite this colourful background he found time to write novels. His first published work was ‘La Araña Negra’ (The Black Spider) in 1892, a work that he later repudiated although at the time it was a useful vehicle for him to express his anti-clerical views. 
   
  In 1894, he published ‘Arroz y Tartana’ (Airs and Graces), about a late 19th Century widow in Valencia trying to keep up appearances in order to marry her daughters well.   
   
  Ibáñez’s next sequence of books studied rural life in the farmlands of Valencia and failed to gain much of an audience.   
   
  His writing now took on a new direction with its now familiar sensational and melodramatic themes in 1908 with ‘Sangre y Arena’ (Blood and Sand), which follows the career of Juan Gallardo from his poor beginnings as a child in Seville, to his rise to becoming a famous matador in Madrid 
   
  However, his greatest success was ‘Los Cuatro Jinetes del Apocalipsis (The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse) in 1916, which tells a tangled tale of the French and German sons-in-law of an Argentinian land-owner who find themselves fighting on opposite sides in the First World War.  It was a literary and commercial sensation and became the best-selling book of 1919.  It also propelled Rudolph Valentino to stardom in the 1921 film. 
   
  Ironically his fame in the English-speaking world has come not as a novelist but as the stories behind some of Hollywood’s greatest silent movies. 
   
  Vicente Blasco Ibáñez died in Menton, France on January 28th, 1928, the day before his 61st birthday.

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  Forbidden Desires

  B. D. Anderson

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  Discover "Forbidden Desires" by B.D Anderson, a captivating audiobook narrated by Michael Hajiantonis & Claire Glover. Enter a world of forbidden passion and societal barriers as Marquess Stephen Harding finds himself irresistibly drawn to Allegra Seymour, a talented cellist with a forbidden allure. As Stephen and Allegra navigate their intense attraction, they must confront the societal norms that prohibit their love. Stephen, aware of the societal implications of pursuing a relationship with a woman from a different racial background, is torn between his desire for Allegra and his duty to his family's reputation. Allegra, determined to pursue her dream of playing before the Queen, must resist Stephen's advances and focus on her goal, despite the growing passion between them. With rich historical detail and unforgettable characters, "Forbidden Desires" is a story that will keep you captivated from start to finish. Don't miss out on this compelling audiobook that explores the complexities of love, desire, and the courage to defy expectations. Listen now and let yourself be swept away by the power of forbidden passion. Antonio Vivaldi's music plays a significant role in the audiobook "Forbidden Desires" as background music. The author, B.D Anderson, incorporates Vivaldi's compositions to create a rich and immersive atmosphere that complements the historical romance story. Vivaldi's music is woven throughout the audiobook, often during moments of intimacy, passion, or introspection. This audiobook is a poignant exploration of the complexities of love, social status, and racial identity in 19th-century England. Michael Hajiantonis and Claire Glover bring the characters of Stephen and Allegra to life with their engaging performances, immersing listeners in the world of 19th-century England and the forbidden desires that unfold.

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