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  Winston Churchill’s Great...

  Editors Charles River

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  When Winston Churchill died at the age of 90 in 1965, one of the most important figures in modern history had left the stage. From providing some of the 20th century’s greatest soundbites to successfully navigating Great Britain to victory in World War II against great odds, Churchill was at the forefront of events for decades, becoming one of the most influential Britons in history. In 2002, he was named the Greatest Briton of All Time, and 40 years earlier he was the first person to be made an Honorary Citizen of the United States. 
  Churchill will forever be most associated with World War II, but his life was far more adventurous and complex than that, and these other aspects of the man are often overlooked and overshadowed. He came from an aristocratic family, but his father, Lord Randolph Churchill, was not the firstborn son. That was important because the family estate was entailed, meaning the oldest son inherited the title of duke along with the land and the wealth. Thus, while Churchill grew up in Blenheim Palace, he did not inherit his family’s wealth, and that is one reason he became a correspondent and negotiated high rates of pay: he needed the income. The family’s aristocratic connections greatly facilitated his career, but it was his own courage, determination, and ability that led to his fame and historical importance, along with some phenomenal luck. 
  Before politics, Churchill was an officer in a cavalry regiment and a war correspondent, which took him to conflicts on four continents, and he escaped death more than once. His greatest escape was from a South African prison camp, which made him a national hero and greatly facilitated his election to Parliament.

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  Greed & Grace - One Woman's...

  Dena McCoy

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  ONE WOMAN'S STORY OF DISCOVERING UNEXPECTED GREED BEHIND A FAMILY SHE THOUGHT SHE KNEW AND LOVED, AND WHAT RENEWED FAITH TAUGHT HER DURING THE BATTLE TO BREAK FREE. 
  Greed & Grace is a powerful memoir of resilience, faith, and truth during the discovery of deception in a close family. When Dena requests unconditional love from hers, unexpected circumstances threaten to destroy her emotionally, financially, and spiritually. Can one remain hopeful when a lifetime of family love, emotional support, and inclusiveness suddenly becomes conditional and turns legal? Greed & Grace is an empowering story of personal clarity --- a memoir of a woman who discovers that her values and position in a complex family system have always been different from what she believed and with those she loved most.

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  Last Nerve - A Memoir of Illness...

  Mindy Uhrlaub

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  One woman’s story of confronting the monster under the bed
  
  Last Nerve is much more than a trauma memoir. The story begins as Mindy Uhrlaub learns that she carries a gene for the fatal neurodegenerative disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The news, while not surprising, is compounded by the fact that she is caring for her husband, who is undergoing chemotherapy for stage four lymphoma, raising a child with serious behavioral issues, and watching her own mother die of ALS. As she navigates the new territory of having three close relatives with life-threatening situations, she also has to come to terms with the fact that she may have passed the fatal gene to her two sons. Not one to fold, Mindy faces her circumstances head-on, realizing that her race for the elusive cure for ALS is not only for herself but also for her kids, her cousins, and the thousands of other carriers of the fateful gene.
  
  Despite the incredible strain of all these challenges, Mindy manages them with amazing tenderness, persistence, and love. Far from a depressing story of misfortune, Last Nerve is as uplifting and witty as it is raw and real. It’s a testament to hope, the endurance of family, and the resilience of the human spirit.

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  The Fall of the Murdaugh Dynasty...

  Steve B. Davis

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  For nearly one hundred years, the Murdaugh family controlled justice in South Carolina's Lowcountry. Three generations served as solicitor, prosecuting crimes and wielding influence that made their name untouchable. Alex Murdaugh, heir to that legacy, was a successful attorney, a prominent figure in his community, and a man whose family name opened every door. 
  But on the night of June 7, 2021, that dynasty shattered. Maggie Murdaugh and her son Paul were executed at the family's hunting estate. Alex called 911, grief-stricken and covered in blood. Within months, investigators would discover that the grieving husband and father was not a victim. He was a suspect. 
  The investigation exposed a staggering web of financial crimes. Alex had stolen nearly nine million dollars from clients who trusted him—injured victims, grieving families, and his own housekeeper's sons. He had staged his own shooting. He had lied to everyone. And prosecutors believed he had murdered his wife and son to buy time as the walls closed in. 
  The Fall of the Murdaugh Dynasty traces a century of unchecked power, documents the crimes that destroyed a family, and reveals how a system built on deference finally collapsed when one man believed his name would protect him even from murder. 
  Based entirely on documented evidence. No speculation. No invented dialogue. Just the truth—dark, precise, and impossible to look away from.

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  Ghoul of Gray's Harbor - Murder...

  C.J. March

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  Sailors trusted him with their money and their lives. That was a mistake. The lucky ones woke up with headaches in the holds of ships headed to China. The others never took another breath. 
   
  Billy Gohl robbed, 'shanghaied,' and killed sailors across the Pacific Northwest. Grays Harbor in Aberdeen, Washington was so full of bodies that newspapers dubbed it a 'floaters fleet.' His trapdoor of death was famous. In his time, Gohl murdered over 100 people, making him one of the most prolific serial killers in American history.

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  True Crime Case Histories -...

  Jason Neal

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  12 Disturbing True Crime Stories of Murder and Mayhem 
  Volume 15 of the True Crime Case Histories Series 
  This True Crime collection features twelve chilling tales from the last half-century, satisfying the curiosity of those drawn to the darker side of reality. 
  While not for the faint of heart, this book appeals to listeners seeking more than mere sensationalism. Whether you're driven by a thirst for justice, a fascination with criminal psychology, or an interest in investigative techniques, these meticulously researched cases offer a window into the complexities of real-world crime. 
  A sampling of the stories includes: 
  The Griekwastad Farm Murders - In the serene farming town of Griekwastad, South Africa, a brutal triple homicide shatters the peace, leaving only a 15-year-old survivor. As detectives delve deeper into the investigation, the boy's chilling revelations unravel a sinister truth that shocks the community to its core. 
  The French Nanny - A young French woman moves to London, seeking adventure, but her dream quickly turns into a nightmare. Entrapped by her delusional employers, she endures escalating paranoia and abuse behind closed doors, while the seemingly ordinary suburban neighborhood remains oblivious to the horrors within. 
  Web of Lies - In a quiet Wisconsin town, the sudden disappearance of a young man's parents reveals a dark secret. As investigators dig into the case, they uncover a web of deceit and illusion, exposing the facade of an all-American family that harbored sinister secrets. 
  The Slumber Party - In a peaceful California suburb, a devastating house fire leads to a horrifying family tragedy. As investigators piece together the evidence, they uncover a twisted story of betrayal and vengeance, revealing the unthinkable: a mother who turned against her own children. 
  Plus, several more disturbing true crime stories, including a bonus thirteenth chapter at the end.

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