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  Legacy: A Justice Belstrang...

  John Pilkington

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  England 
   
   
  1616 
   
   
  Robert Belstrang, ex-magistrate bored with country life, comes to London to investigate the strange disappearance of Thomas Jessop, son of a poor Catholic neighbour. He locates the youth in Bedlam asylum, silent and starving himself. When he tries to free Jessop, he is warned off the case by a politic lawyer, Anstis. Soon after, Belstrang finds himself drugged, robbed and falsely imprisoned. 
   
   
  Once released Belstrang persists in his investigation, but he is thwarted at every turn: unseen forces are at work who seemingly want Thomas Jessop to die. When Belstrang confronts Anstis, even he turns up dead. 
   
   
  The trail grows murkier by the hour, drawing Belstrang into the fear-ridden Catholic underworld - until he uncovers a plan with its roots in the Gunpowder Plot of more than a decade ago. Young Thomas, an embittered papist, was being used in a desperate scheme to mark the anniversary of the Plot. The scheme failed – and now the conspirators seem eager to cover up the whole business. 
   
   
  But Belstrang’s a stubborn man. With the help of ex-soldier Daniel Oldrigg, he sticks doggedly to his purpose - and stumbles on the real causes of the Anniversary Plot, which stem from the very heart of a corrupt government. 
   
   
  Belstrang must uncover the truth, or die trying. 
   
   
  ‘A page-turning crime novel from a master of the genre and period.’ Richard Foreman

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  Our Gen - A Novel

  Diane McKinney-Whetstone

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  “Our Gen is warm and smart, accessible yet meaningful, a beach read with strong writing and emotional heft.”—BookPage 
  Residents of an active-living retirement community revert to lives of youthful indulgence, even as time-bomb secrets of their pasts tick toward explosion.  
  The Gen—short for Sexagenarian—is an upscale fifty-five-plus community located in the bucolic suburbs of Philadelphia. Main character Cynthia befriends the Gen’s two other Black residents, Bloc and Tish, as well as Lavia, who everyone assumes is from India. They regularly convene to smoke weed, line dance, and debate politics and philosophy as the wine goes down like silk. Their camaraderie is exhilarating.  
  But beneath the fun and froth, storms gather. With its walls of windows gushing light and air, the Gen becomes the catalyst for secrets to be exposed.  
  Shifting the narrative between the characters’ pasts and the present day, Diane McKinney-Whetstone deftly builds suspense as she captures with insight, poignancy, and humor, the scars, tenderness, and swagger of those not yet old, but no longer young, coming to the mean acceptance that life is finite after all, who knew. 

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  Les Miserables Volume 1

  Victor Hugo

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  In "Les Misérables Volume 1" by Victor Hugo, the story begins with ex-convict Jean Valjean, who strives to rebuild his life after serving 19 years for stealing bread. Pursued relentlessly by Inspector Javert, Valjean’s journey of redemption unfolds against a backdrop of poverty, injustice, and revolution in post-revolutionary France. Themes of morality, grace, and societal inequality are explored as Valjean seeks to protect those he loves while grappling with his past. Hugo intricately weaves personal struggles with broader social issues, painting a vivid picture of human suffering and resilience. This powerful narrative captures the enduring fight for justice and compassion in an unforgiving world.

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  Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

  Mark Twain

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  Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain is more than a story—it's a journey down the mighty Mississippi River, a deep exploration of friendship, freedom, and the human spirit. 
  Follow young Huck Finn, a boy who defies societal expectations, as he teams up with Jim, an escaped slave seeking liberty. Together, they embark on an extraordinary adventure filled with thrilling encounters, life-or-death escapes, and moments of profound moral awakening. Along the way, Huck faces challenges that force him to confront the values of his world and redefine his own sense of right and wrong. 
  From encounters with conmen posing as royalty to daring escapes from danger, this timeless classic weaves humor, heartbreak, and suspense into an unforgettable narrative. With vividly drawn characters, riveting scenes, and Mark Twain's signature wit, this audiobook brings the 19th-century American South to life. 
  Narrated by a cutting-edge AI voice, this rendition captures the spirit and charm of Twain's original text, offering a modern way to experience a literary masterpiece. Download now and set sail on a story that continues to resonate across generations.

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  Coliseum

  Henry L Sullivan III

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  You will not believe what you are reading - even though it all feels so real. 
  Only a man like Smilin’ Jack could monetize civil war. After the infamous business tycoon launches a hit TV show that pits American and Confederate gladiators in brutal battles, his grisly spectacle draws the attention of psychopaths across the nation. 
  When a mysterious Christian nationalist sparks a nationwide manhunt after a string of massacres in the name of his God, Department of Homeland Security analyst Victoria Morales plunges into a deadly race against time to track down the elusive terrorist and prevent more bloodshed. 
  But with no leads, and constrained by government regulations, the FBI is left grasping at straws. Vicky is sick and tired of fighting a maniac with one hand tied behind her back – and she’s fed up with the violent culture glamorized by television shows like Coliseum. 
  As the fight between the gladiators spirals into a personal vendetta, it becomes increasingly difficult to distinguish the world of make-believe and that of reality. The Archangel doesn’t play by the rules – and to stop him, Vicky will have to take the law into her own hands. 
  Can Vicky take down the Archangel and prevent his twisted holy war? Or has Coliseum inspired so much hate that it’s pushed America over the edge? 
  Step into a gritty and suspenseful near-future thriller that delves into hard-hitting themes of American militarism and Christian nationalist terrorism. In a world where America’s fractures are portrayed through televised battles for all to see, Coliseum is a chilling exploration of what we’re willing to accept in the name of entertainment. Scroll up and grab your copy now...

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  Paris Bookseller The: Book...

  Margot Langley

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  This content is an independent and unofficial summary created for informational and educational purposes only. It is not affiliated with, authorized, approved, licensed, or endorsed by the original author or publisher. All rights to the original work belong to its respective copyright holders. This summary is not intended to substitute the original book, but to offer a concise overview and interpretation of its main ideas.
  
   
  Set in the glittering heart of 1920s Paris, The Paris Bookseller tells the inspiring true story of Sylvia Beach, a visionary woman who defied convention, built a legendary bookstore, and quietly changed the course of literary history.
   
  When Sylvia opens Shakespeare and Company, a small English-language bookshop on the Left Bank, she dreams of creating more than a place to sell books—she builds a sanctuary for writers, misfits, and revolutionaries of thought. As her shop becomes the epicenter of the modernist movement, she forms deep bonds with literary giants like James Joyce, Ernest Hemingway, and Gertrude Stein.

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