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  The Stewardess's Journey

  VL McBeath

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  Liverpool 1882 
  In a man's world, can a woman survive? 
  Nell's dream of traveling on a transatlantic steamship is about to come true. Although not in the way she expected. 
  Life is hard, and with only three women working amongst a crew of eighty, there are challenges Nell had not foreseen. 
  While she struggles to cope with the constant attention of her colleagues, not to mention their criticisms, there are some who will do whatever they can to support her. 
  Will their efforts be enough to settle her into life on board? Or will her first trip be her last?

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  The Adventures of Roderick Random

  Tobias Smollett

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. What if every misfortune were a doorway, and every humiliation another step toward survival? 
   
  In *The Adventures of Roderick Random*, Tobias Smollett delivers one of the great picaresque novels of the eighteenth century: a fierce, comic, and unsparing journey through poverty, ambition, medicine, the navy, deception, romance, violence, and social hypocrisy. First published in 1748, the novel follows Roderick “Rory” Random, a young Scotsman cast into the world with little protection beyond wit, pride, and endurance. 
   
  Disowned, cheated, beaten, and repeatedly thrown into danger, Roderick moves through schools, streets, ships, prisons, drawing rooms, and battlefields, encountering rogues, fools, predators, and unexpected allies. His adventures are often outrageous, but Smollett’s satire is sharp: beneath the comedy lies a hard view of class, power, cruelty, and the struggle to make a place in a corrupt society. 
   
  The novel’s naval episodes draw on Smollett’s own experience as a surgeon’s mate, giving its scenes of shipboard life a vivid, uncomfortable realism rare in fiction of the period. Its energetic structure, grotesque humor, and social observation helped shape later British fiction and influenced the development of the comic adventure novel. 
   
  This AI-narrated audiobook offers a clear, polished, and immersive listening experience, allowing Smollett’s speed, irony, rough comedy, and eighteenth-century world to unfold with force and clarity. 
   
  Enter a world of fortune, fraud, sea voyages, duels, disguises, and survival. Begin listening to *The Adventures of Roderick Random* today.

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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), Stacey Halls (The Familiars), and Chris Whitaker (All the Colours of the Dark). 
  HarperCollins 2025

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  The New Kingdom - The Sunday...

  Wilbur Smith, Mark Chadbourn

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  An Ancient Egyptian novel from the master of adventure fiction and global number 1 bestselling author, Wilbur Smith.In the heart of EgyptUnder the watchful eye of the godsA new power is rising In the city of Lahun, Hui lives an enchanted life. The favoured son of a doting father, and ruler-in-waiting of the great city, his fate is set. But behind the beautiful façades a sinister evil is plotting. Craving power and embittered by jealousy, Hui's stepmother, the great sorceress Isetnofret, and Hui's own brother Qen, orchestrate the downfall of Hui's father, condemning Hui and seizing power in the city.Cast out and alone, Hui finds himself a captive of a skilled and powerful army of outlaws, the Hyksos. Determined to seek vengeance for the death of his father and rescue his sister, Ipwet, Hui swears his allegiance to these enemies of Egypt. Through them he learns the art of war, learning how to fight and becoming an envied charioteer.But soon Hui finds himself in an even greater battle - one for the very heart of Egypt itself. As the pieces fall into place and the Gods themselves join the fray, Hui finds himself fighting alongside the Egyptian General Tanus and renowned Mage, Taita.  Now Hui must choose his path - will he be a hero in the old world, or a master in a new kingdom?The New Kingdomis an Egyptian Series thriller by the master of adventure, Wilbur Smith. Don't miss the rest of the Egyptian Series, River God, The Seventh Scroll, Warlock, The Quest, Pharaoh and Desert God. Available now.

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  Sisters of War: A gripping and...

  Lana Kortchik

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  *The USA Today bestseller!* Can their bond survive under the shadow of occupation? 
  For fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz and The German Midwife comes this unforgettable tale of love, loss, family, and the power of hope. 
  Kiev, 1941: Watching the Red Army withdraw from Ukraine in the face of Hitler’s relentless advance, sisters Natasha and Lisa Smirnova realise their lives are about to change forever. 
    
  As the German army occupies their beloved city, the sisters are tested in ways they never thought possible. Lisa’s fiancé Alexei is taken by the invading army, whilst Natasha falls in love with Mark – a Hungarian soldier, enlisted against all his principles on the side of the Nazis. 
  But as Natasha and Lisa fight to protect the friends and family they hold dear, they must face up to the dark horrors of war and the pain of betrayal. Will they be strong enough to overcome the forces which threaten to tear their family apart?   
  Why readers love Sisters of War:  
  ‘Captivating from the first page’ 
  ‘Powerful and heart wrenching’ 
  ‘A touching story, beautifully written’ 
   ‘Well-researched and fascinating’ 
  Originally published as The Story of Us. 
  In the midst of the 20th century's darkest period, the historical and military backdrop of World War II sets the stage for a tale of romance and heartbreak. The sisters journey, steeped in the Jewish tradition, is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. 
  For fans of Suzanne Fortin (The Lost Dressmaker of Paris), Soraya M. Lane (The Berlin Sisters), Marion Kummerow (Three Children in Danger), Siobhan Curham (The Storyteller of Auschwitz), and Roberta Kagan (Watch Over My Child).

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  Camelot - Epic battles heroic...

  Peter Gibbons

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  Brand new epic adventure from bestselling author Peter Gibbons! Must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell ⚔️💥Can one-man unite Britain and secure its future? 👑 
  Dark Age Britain 
  Britain slides into darkness. A splintered land ruled by brutal Kings in their hilltop fortresses and besieged by Saxon invaders. 
  Wielding Excalibur, Arthur Pendragon, king of kings is all that stands between Britain and Saxon conquest. 
  His call to arms to unite against the Saxon invasion as one army is rebuked. Ancient rivalries, jealousy, and bitterness prevent Arthur from uniting his countrymen in defiance of the savage Saxon warlords who have seized Britain’s east and south coast. 
  Arthur must face and defeat enemies within his own kingdom, and then unite the kingdoms of Britain in a war that will shake the country’s very foundations. 
  Can Arthur succeed with vicious enemies all around him? Merlin, Lancelot, Bors, Gawain and Kai join their swords to Arthur’s iron will as they do battle for Britain’s very existence. 
  The continuation of the compelling, fast-paced series from bestselling writer Peter Gibbons. Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell. 
  Praise for Peter Gibbons: 
  'Bristling with intense action, this is the grounded and brutal retelling of Arthurian myth set in the grim landscape of Dark Age Britain.' - Richard Cullen 
  'A power house of a novel told with the pace of a charging war horse. Well rounded characters brought to vivid life in Britain's Dark Age. Not a book to be missed.' - Adam Lofthouse 
  'Riveting, page-turning action that shows Arthur growing from a frightened youngster into a confident warlord. A fresh new take on an old legend that readers will find hard to put down.' - Steven A McKay 
  'Epic, brutal action' - Matthew Harffy 
  'A gripping tale in which our distant British history is brought to life. A must-read for any Arthurian fan.' - Reader Review 
  'First class. I could not put this book down. Absolutely riveting. Action packed throughout. I eagerly await the next book in the series.' - Reader Review 
  'This was full of battles, violence, politics and is a fresh new take on Arthurian legend. It’s the first in a series that’s left me hungering for more' - Reader Review 
  'Bloody and brutal, Peter's vivid writing really brings the story to life.' - Donovan Cook 
  'A superbly atmospheric tale of redemption that pitches the English against Viking raiders and resounds with the fierceness of battle-hardened warriors' - MJ Porter 
  'Thunderously atmospheric! Gibbons once again proves himself a master of Viking & Dark Age lore.' - Gordon Doherty

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