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  Gulliver's Travels

  Jonathan Swift

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  Gulliver's Travels," originally titled "Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World, in Four Parts. By Lemuel Gulliver," is a satirical novel by Jonathan Swift, first published in 1726. The story follows Lemuel Gulliver as he embarks on voyages to fantastical lands, including Lilliput, where people are only six inches tall, and Brobdingnag, a land of giants. While the book is often considered a children's story due to its fantastical elements, it is also a biting satire of human nature, government, and the "traveller's tales" literary subgenre.

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  The Taking of Irene Hart

  Madeleine Reiss

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  ‘Not just a tale of suspense; it’s also a poignant exploration of familial love, resilience, and the consequences of misplaced trust. Reiss’ evocative writing and rich historical detail make this an unforgettable read for fans of historical fiction with a psychological edge’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐A gothic historical novel perfect for fans of Sarah Waters, Stacey Halls and Laura Purcell 
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  1859. Somerset, England. 
  When widow Hester Hart decides to sign over all her family’s worldly goods – and their freedom – to a secretive religious community, her daughters, headstrong Ruby and fragile Irene, have little say in the matter. 
  Led by the charismatic Reverend Peters, the women enter a world with its own set of rules and where Irene, cursed with seizures and ill health, is believed to have second sight. But as Hester and Irene are drawn into the community’s twisted philosophy, Ruby detects a darker truth stalking its shadowy corners. 
  When a shocking discovery throws the community open to scrutiny, the stakes are raised and Ruby realises that it is not only their souls that must be saved…See what readers are saying: 
  'The eerie, cultish atmosphere is perfectly done. The tension between the family dynamics, Ruby’s sharp instincts, and the slowly unraveling dark secrets makes this a gripping, emotional ride. It’s a paragon of historical fiction, and I was hooked from start to finish’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  ‘A fascinating read based on a true story! I loved learning about the religious cult back in the Victorian times’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  ‘An intriguing plot which is enjoyable and entertaining’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  ‘One of those books that you can't put down’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'Reiss's meticulous attention to detail and rich character development elevate the novel… a thought-provoking and powerful read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  ‘A gripping, dark, well written story’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'A dark and disturbing historical fiction novel, very enjoyable’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'The setting adds a sense of claustrophobia, as a reader I felt almost as trapped as the characters I was reading about, and the feeling of menace that built over the course of the book was more than a little unsettling’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  As suspense builds, the mystery at the heart of these stories exposes how a mother’s love and a wife’s vulnerability can be exploited by those who claim salvation. Ruby’s detective resolve keeps the tension razor-sharp, delivering the claustrophobic momentum of thrillers right to the final reckoning. 
  For fans of Victoria Scott (The Storyteller's Daughter), Madalyn Morgan (Redemption), Jojo Moyes (The Giver of Stars), Chris Whitaker (All the Colours of the Dark), and Emma Hinds (The Quick and the Dead). 
  HarperCollins 2025

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  Recognition

  Susan Greenwood

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  It is 1717 and a remarkable woman is reflecting on a life lived, always knowing she was different, always wondering why. 
   
   
   
  Even as a young child, Elisabeth was able to see, do, and feel things that others clearly could not—and knew to be careful. It was the era of witch-hunting in France and many like her were tortured and burnt at the stake. 
   
   
   
  Visions she's experienced all her life become a reality when Elisabeth travels to England and finds herself at Oakwood Grange, the home of Alice Harryman. Traumatic events forge an unbreakable bond between the two women and Elisabeth uses her skills to safeguard Alice and her family any way she can, content that this is her calling. 
   
   
   
  But she soon realizes that there's something special about this particular location. How come others have been expecting her? Why are some animals more than they seem? Is it possible that her presence here is more important than she imagined? 
   
   
   
  Finally, Elisabeth recognizes herself for what she truly is. She now understands the purpose of her life, and is prepared to meet the challenge . . . 
   
   
   
   . . . but it's dangerous and she will need to use all her powers. 
   
   
   
  No one said fighting evil was going to be easy.

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  Homer's Daughter

  Robert Graves

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  From the author of I, Claudius: “A re-weaving of Homeric myth reveals the true story of The Return of Odysseus for Nausicaa” (Kirkus Reviews).   In this innovative re-imagining of the Odyssey’s history, Sicilian princess Nausicaa recounts her story, and how she, not the poet Homer, came to write the Odyssey. Set in the eighth century BC, it recounts the story of a determined young woman who lives an adventurous life: rescuing her father’s throne from outside threats, freeing herself from an abusive marriage, and saving her two younger brothers from certain death. Nausicaa is a passionate, religious, and dynamic heroine who is more than a match for the heroes in the epic poem she claims to have authored.   “A great imagination and above all a powerful intellect.” —The Daily Telegraph

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  The Young Visiters

  Daisy Ashford

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  The Young Visiters is a comic romance novella that parodies upper class society of late Victorian England. Social climber Alfred Salteena introduces his young lady friend Ethel to a genuine gentleman named Bernard and, to his irritation, they hit it off. But Bernard helps Alfred in his plan to become a gentleman, which, Alfred hopes, will help him win back Ethel.  
  (Summary by Derek Jensen)

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  McTeague: A Story of San...

  Frank Norris

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  In the fog-shrouded streets of late nineteenth-century San Francisco, a slumbering beast is about to awaken beneath the veneer of ordinary life. 
  McTeague is a hulking, slow-witted dentist of immense physical strength who lives a simple, predictable life on Polk Street. Content with his concertina, his steam beer, and his modest dental practice, his world is forever upended when he meets Trina Sieppe, the beautiful cousin of his best friend. What begins as a clumsy but genuine romance soon spirals into a dark, suffocating web of obsession. When unexpected wealth enters their lives in the form of a winning lottery ticket, the dormant demons of greed, jealousy, and feral violence are unleashed. As friendships fracture and paranoia takes root, McTeague and Trina are dragged downward by their own fatal flaws and the inescapable pressures of their environment, leading to a climax of shocking, inevitable tragedy. 
  Why you will love this: This audiobook is a cornerstone of American Naturalism / Literary Fiction. It masterfully dissects the collision of civilization and savage instinct, exploring themes of poverty, class struggle, environmental determinism, and the devastating psychological decay caused by the love of money. Listeners seeking a gritty, uncompromising character study filled with atmospheric tension will be utterly gripped by this dark portrait of the human condition. 
  About the Author: Frank Norris was a pioneering American novelist and journalist during the Progressive Era, profoundly influencing the Naturalist literary movement. Drawing inspiration from Emile Zola, Norris stripped away romanticism to expose the harsh, unyielding realities of industrialism, heredity, and environment shaping human destiny.

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