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  Flash Point - Midlife in Aura...

  Blair Bryan

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  When Roxanne Sullivan, a West Point alumna and retired military officer, visits Katie's beachfront home in Aura Cove, a cryptic message from Karma sets an unthinkable chain of events in motion. 
  A shocking revelation emerges that threatens to shatter Rox's pristine military career. Accused of a grave offense, she faces the impending loss of everything she holds dear—her freedom, her Purple Heart, and her honor—earned through sacrifices that left her scarred in more ways than one. 
  Desperate to right this egregious wrong, Rox is in a race against time to prove her innocence and uncover the truth, aided by a trio of powerful witches whose destinies are irrevocably entwined. In this fourth installment of Midlife in Aura Cove, Katie, Yuli, and Zoya form an unlikely alliance to unravel Karma's enigmatic flashes and deliver the rebalance Rox deserves. 
  This is book 4 of the Midlife in Aura Cove Series—a little Florida town with big secrets. 
  Perfect for fans of Darynda Jones, K. F. Breene, Kristen Painter, Robyn Peterman, Deanna Chase, and Shannon Mayer.

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  The Cloak

  Nikolai Gogol

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  A humble clerk. A treasured overcoat. A loss that follows him beyond the grave. 
   
  Akaky Akakievich Bashmachkin lives an invisible life in the freezing streets of St. Petersburg. Poorly paid, routinely mocked, and devoted to his monotonous work as a government copyist, he asks for little—until his threadbare coat can no longer protect him from the bitter Russian winter. 
   
  Determined to replace it, Akaky sacrifices every small comfort he has. When his magnificent new cloak finally arrives, it transforms more than his appearance. For one brief evening, he is noticed, respected, and welcomed by those who once dismissed him. 
   
  Then the cloak is stolen. 
   
  Abandoned by the authorities and humiliated by a powerful official, Akaky falls into despair. But his story does not end with his death. Soon, a mysterious figure begins haunting the streets of St. Petersburg, tearing overcoats from the shoulders of the wealthy and powerful. 
   
  Darkly comic, deeply compassionate, and chillingly supernatural, Nikolai Gogol’s celebrated classic explores poverty, bureaucracy, social cruelty, and the desperate human desire to be seen. 
   
  Narrated by Jason Michael Mann.

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  The Comic History of England -...

  Gilbert Abbott À Beckett

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  English history from the Druids to the Georges, with puns in the footnotes and John Leech's drawings on every other page. A Beckett was one of the founders of Punch and this was the book generations of schoolboys read instead of the one they were set. This edition adds 49 bound plates of royal and historical painting, among them works by Sydney Prior Hall, William Quiller Orchardson and Edwin Landseer, ranging from Windsor Castle to Queen Victoria and her descendants.

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  The Devils Dictionary

  Ambrose Bierce

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  The Devil's Dictionary by Ambrose Bierce
  A satirical lexicon redefining common words with cynical humor, Bierce critiques human nature, politics, and society. His sharp wit exposes hypocrisy and folly, turning definitions into biting social commentary. This dark, comedic work remains a classic of literary satire and philosophical sarcasm.

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  Delight

  J. B. Priestley

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  ‘An exquisitely-written, generous, funny, thoughtful book about the everyday joys of being alive. I love it.’ Dolly Alderton 
  ‘J. B. Priestley is one of our literary icons of the 20th Century and it is time that we all became re-acquainted with his genius.’ Dame Judi Dench 
  ‘My apology, my little bit of penitence, for having grumbled so much, for having darkened the breakfast table, almost ruined the lunch, nearly silence the dinner party, for all the fretting and chafing, grousing and croaking, for the old glum look and the thrust-out lower lip. So my long-suffering kinsfolk, my patient friends, may a glimmer of that delight which has so often possessed me, but perhaps too frequently in secret, now reach you from these pages.’ 
  There are times when there doesn’t seem much to smile about. And for those times, there is this book. J. B Priestley’s 1949 classic teaches us that joy may be found in even the simplest things, and that we all have the capacity to appreciate them. 
  Delight comprises a series of short essays, all focussing on a single simple pleasure, from reading detective stories in bed to smoking a pipe in the bath; from ‘Cosy planning’ to the earliest summer mornings; and from mineral water in the bedrooms of foreign hotels to the smell of bacon in the morning. 
  Combining poignant memories of his childhood with glimpses of his interior world, panoramas of life abroad with thoughts about writing, music, theatre – some strictly personal, some universal –this highly readable book bursts with humour and literary flare on every page. 
  In his autobiography, Priestley takes us on a travel through his life, sharing collections of moments that brought him happiness. This non-fiction memoirs book is a top pick for anyone seeking growth. 
  For fans of Rory Stewart (The Marches), Matthew J. Goodwin (Bad Education), Maggie O'Farrell (I Am, I Am, I Am), and Marion Turner (The Wife of Bath). 
  HarperCollins 2023

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  Christmas Eve at The Brooks

  Iris Bolling

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  James Brooks, the Chief of Staff to the President, is hoping for some downtime to rekindle his connection with his wife, Ashley, amidst the challenges of raising their young children. However, his plans quickly go awry when he takes over parenting duties for their mischievous two-year-old daughter, Avery. What starts as a simple task soon spirals into a series of humorous and heartwarming moments that define the chaos of family life during the holiday season. 
  Meanwhile, other members of the Brooks family are dealing with their own parenting challenges. Nick and Ericka are busy managing their lively twins, Vernon and Rene are handling their son’s stubborn streak, and Xavier and Nicole are navigating the joys and trials of raising a daughter. From potty training mishaps to decorating disasters, each family faces the ups and downs of parenting toddlers during Christmas. Yet, through it all, love, laughter, and family unity keep them grounded during this festive time. 
  The holiday takes an unexpected turn when the teenage children decide to take over babysitting duties, giving the parents a rare night of peace and quiet. With a break from the chaos, the Brooks parents finally have a chance to reconnect and enjoy the spirit of the season. 
  Filled with humor, tender moments, and the magic of family traditions, Christmas Eve at the Brooks is a perfect holiday read. Iris Bolling’s charming storytelling and relatable characters remind us that even in the midst of holiday craziness, the love and joy of being surrounded by family are what truly make the season special. This heartwarming novel is perfect for readers who enjoy stories about love, family, and festive fun.

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