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  The Dragon's Treasure

  s. e. smith

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  Choose your treasure carefully, thief… Drago, King of the Isle of Dragons, is the last of the magnificent dragons of the Seven Kingdoms. Bitter and alone, he abandons the emptiness of his realm and retreats to the caverns beneath the palace. In the form of his dragon, he remains hidden from the world, protecting the Dragon’s Heart, the last legacy of his people – until he is disturbed by a most unlikely thief. Carly Tate’s trip to Yachats State Park takes an unexpected turn when she is caught in a sudden storm. Seeking shelter, she stumbles through a magical doorway into a cavern filled with treasure! Yet, as incredible as the piles of glittering gold and jewels are, her gaze is transfixed by the slumbering form of a magnificent dragon. Carly’s appearance begins a series of events that will not only change Drago’s life, but will affect all of the Seven Kingdoms. Can a centuries old dragon protect his most valuable treasure, or will the evil that destroyed his race take Carly from him as well?

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  House of Earth and Blood: Book...

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of House of Earth and Blood, by Sarah J. Maas. It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sarah J. Maas. Ideal for those seeking a quick and insightful overview. 
  In House of Earth and Blood, a vibrant city of magic and machinery sets the stage for a young woman’s quest to avenge the loss of those she loves. As she grapples with cosmic secrets, tangled politics, and a cast of supernatural allies, she must balance her fierce independence with the fragile bonds that can shape—or shatter—her future. Filled with pulse-pounding action, steamy intrigue, and a sense of wonder that spans both mortal and immortal realms, this story blends humor, heartbreak, and heroism into a sweeping narrative of redemption.

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  The Short Stories of Mary...

  Mary Cholmondeley

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  Mary Cholmondeley was born in Hodnet near Market Drayton in Shropshire on June 8th 1859, the third of eight children. Her father was appointed rector in 1874 in succession to his father. Much of the first 30 years of her life was taken up with helping her sickly mother run the household, her father with his parish work, and mitigating the effects of her asthma. 
  Mary began writing in her teens. She wrote in her journal in 1877, "What a pleasure and interest it would be to me in life to write books. I must strike out a line of some kind, and if I do not marry (for at best that is hardly likely, as I possess neither beauty nor charms) I should want some definite occupation, besides the home duties." 
  Mary began by publishing her stories in The Graphic and her first novel ‘The Danvers Jewels’ a detective story followed in 1887. Thereafter came, amongst others, ‘Sir Charles Danvers’ (1889) and ‘Diana Tempest’ (1893). 
  After her father retired in 1896, she moved with him and her sister Diana to Condover Hall before a move to Albert Gate Mansions in Knightsbridge, London. 
  Mary wrote the best seller ‘Red Pottage’ in 1899. It satirised religious hypocrisy and the conceit of country life. It was denounced as immoral. It also explored female sexuality. 
  During the war she did clerical work in the Carlton House Terrace Hospital. The sisters moved in 1919 to 4 Argyll Road, Kensington, where Mary died, on 15th July 1925.

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  The Christmas Banquet

  Nathaniel Hawthorne

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  Step into the haunting and introspective world of Nathaniel Hawthorne’s The Christmas Banquet. In this darkly contemplative holiday tale, Hawthorne presents a gathering unlike any other—a Christmas banquet where the guests are bound by their sorrows, regrets, and life’s unfulfilled desires. The story follows a mysterious host who invites individuals to join in the festivities, creating an atmosphere filled with both somber reflection and eerie revelations. 
  Narrated by Wendy-Maree Milich, this audiobook brings Hawthorne’s unique blend of melancholy and moral insight to life. Milich’s nuanced performance captures the subtleties of Hawthorne’s prose, drawing listeners into the unsettling yet thought-provoking ambiance of the tale. 
  Perfect for fans of classic literature and holiday stories with a twist, The Christmas Banquet offers a thought-provoking exploration of human nature, redemption, and the bittersweet reflections that accompany the season.

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  Viking

  Ole Åsli, Tony Bakkejord

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  A band of fierce Viking warriors. A battle with enemies on both sides. A young man just trying to survive. 
   
  Ulv, a youth raised on a tiny farm far from the jarls and warriors, faces his first raid with trepidation. With no seafaring or fighting experience, he's no warrior, no Viking. Yet he must prove himself to the Jarl and his crew. When disaster strikes, Ulv challenges a formidable warrior to a duel as his only means of escape. Against all odds, he must defeat an opponent twice his size if he is to survive. But survival seems unlikely, and victory even more so. 
   
  Can Ulv rise from obscurity and earn honour in the eyes of the Jarl, or is he doomed to a life of enslavement? 
   
  Viking' heralds the start of the 'Viking Ventures' series, a gritty Viking historical fiction saga. For those who enjoy underdog stories with intense action, fierce battles and authentic characters in an unforgiving world, Åsli and Bakkjord's latest instalment is a must-read.

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  The Green Helix

  E.C. Tubb

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  More than a dozen spaceships have disappeared into hyperspace, never to return. The lost vessels include the Jason, the Starbird, and the Invincible. Everyone assumes they fell victim to some kind of mechanical failure. 
  The mystery deepens when the Invincible turns up drifting in space six months after it vanished. The ship's engines are undamaged, the hull intact — yet no trace remains of its crew or its two hundred passengers. Where have they gone? 
  Clearly something ominous has happened to the ship and the people on board. 
  Something in hyperspace...or somebody!

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