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  The Bell Jar

  Sylvia Plath

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  Performed by Maggie Gyllenhaal 
  One of The Atlantic’s Great American Novels 
  “A coming–of–age masterpiece.” —Boston Globe 
  ""It is this perfectly wrought prose and the freshness of Plath's voice in The Bell Jar that make this book enduring in its appeal."" —USA Today 
  The Bell Jar is Sylvia Plath’s masterwork—an acclaimed and timeless novel about a young woman falling into the grip of mental illness and societal pressures. 
  The story chronicles the breakdown of Esther Greenwood, a bright, beautiful, enormously talented college student coming of age in 1950s America, as she navigates the pressures of society along with her own ambitions. While at a prestigious, competitively won position at a New York City magazine one summer, Esther finds herself struggling with the looming expectations of marriage, motherhood, and giving up on her dreams to achieve them. She becomes increasingly disillusioned and her mental health deteriorates, ultimately leading her to undergo harsh treatment and therapy. 
  ""Funny, intense, enormously human"" (Cosmopolitan), The Bell Jar is a poignant exploration into the darkest and most harrowing corners of the human psyche and remains an extraordinary accomplishment from one of the country's most luminous talents.

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  Candide - The Classic Tale

  Voltaire

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  Candide is characterized by its tone as well as by its erratic, fantastical, and fast-moving plot. A picaresque novel with a story similar to that of a more serious coming-of-age narrative, it parodies many adventure and romance clichés, the struggles of which are caricatured in a tone that is bitter and matter-of-fact. Still, the events discussed are often based on historical happenings, such as the Seven Years' War and the 1755 Lisbon earthquake. As philosophers of Voltaire's day contended with the problem of evil, so does Candide in this short theological novel, albeit more directly and humorously. Voltaire ridicules religion, theologians, governments, armies, philosophies, and philosophers. Through Candide, he assaults Leibniz and his optimism. 
   
  Candide has enjoyed both great success and great scandal. Immediately after its secretive publication, the book was widely banned to the public because it contained religious blasphemy, political sedition, and intellectual hostility hidden under a thin veil of naïveté. However, with its sharp wit and insightful portrayal of the human condition, the novel has since inspired many later authors and artists to mimic and adapt it. Today, Candide is considered as Voltaire's magnum opus and is often listed as part of the Western canon. It is among the most frequently taught works of French literature. The British poet and literary critic Martin Seymour-Smith listed Candide as one of the 100 most influential books ever written.

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  Guarding Val

  Susan Hayes

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  Valentina Farro is used to being the hunter, not the hunted. That all changes when a vampire seeking vengeance marks her and the rest of her team for death. Now, one of the fiercest members of the Guardians is fighting not just for her life, but the lives of her friends. 
  It should have just been another assignment, but nothing goes according to plan when the vampire Aedan Doyle is hunting leads him into Valentina’s life. Determined to keep the gorgeous warrior safe, Aedan appoints himself as Val’s personal bodyguard. Then he makes sure he’s guarding her beautiful body up close and personal, every chance he gets. 
  As the body count rises, Valentina and Aedan’s new bond is tested to the breaking point. Trusting each other with their lives is one thing, but finding the courage to trust each other with their hearts…that takes a different type of bravery. 
  **Publisher’s Note – This book was previously released as Guarding Valentina

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  Ghostly Awakening

  E.M. Leya

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  As assistant medical examiner, Lance is used to seeing strange things, but when he suddenly starts seeing ghosts, he worries he's losing his mind. 
   
   
   
  Angus grew up around the strange. With his mother able to see and speak to ghosts, he's grown up knowing there are things most people can't see or understand. When he accidentally catches Lance arguing with a ghost, he knows he has to step in before the man thinks he's going crazy. 
   
   
   
  As Lance adjusts to his new ability, he also realizes seeing ghosts has its advantages. When several women are murdered in the area, it's up to Lance and Angus to work with the ghosts of the victims to catch the killer.

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  One Moment in Time - An utterly...

  Shari Low

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  An unputdownable read from the No1 and Million Copy Bestseller. 
  Sometimes the best surprises reveal the most shocking secrets. 
  After three decades of marriage, Brenda Jones has decided to leave her husband, just as soon as they both return from a mystery trip with their daughter Zara. But she has no idea that Zara is flying them to Las Vegas to renew their vows. 
  Zara Jones has recreated almost every detail of her parent’s original wedding - now her only challenge is tracking down the two friends who were pictured with her mum and dad back in 1993. 
  Aiden Gregg is dealing with his own relationship woes when he receives an unexpected message from a complete stranger. WIth the help of Facebook, Zara has tracked him down and is asking if his parents are the other couple in the old photo? And if so, could he bring them to Vegas for a surprise reunion? 
  What Zara and Aiden don’t know is that thirty years ago, One Moment In Time changed everything. 
  Will rewinding the clock right the wrongs of the past? Or are they all counting down to a rendezvous with disaster? 
  Perfect for the fans of Jojo Moyes, Beth Moran and Debbie Howells. 
  Praise for ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Shari Low 
  Brilliant. Another brilliant book by Shari Low. I love the narration, suspense, sadness and excellent juxtaposition of characters. It's always heartwarming to see other characters from previous books make appearances.' - Reader Review 
  'Beautiful, terrifying and mesmerising! A heartbreaking read, demolished the whole book in a day. Can’t wait to read more!' - Reader Review 
  'I love how Shari writes and this one is one of the best I’ve read as yet!' - Reader Review 
  'A stunning book that stays with you a while after you've finished it. A talented writer indeed. I thoroughly recommend it.' - Reader Review 
  'I laughed, cried and loved every word' 'What an absolute joy to read!' - Reader Review 
  'Loved this book!... What a rollercoaster of emotions' - Reader Review 
  'Wonderfully uplifting' - Reader Review 
  'I've loved reading this book by Shari Low great story line of some of the problems but beautifully showing how much we want love' - Reader Review 
  'More fun than a girl’s night out!' - OK! Magazine 
  'Highly recommended'- The Sun 
  'Totally captivating and it felt like I'd lost a new best friend when it came to the end' - Closer Magazine 
  'Touching stuff' - Heat

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  The Mysterious Island -...

  Jules Verne

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  Five American prisoners of war escape a besieged Richmond via balloon, only to be cast away on a remote, uncharted Pacific island. Led by the polymath engineer Cyrus Harding, the group must transition from raw survival to advanced industrialization. This isn't just a story of endurance; it is a masterclass in Action & Adventure where chemistry and engineering are the ultimate weapons. 
  From their impregnable sanctuary in Granite House to the chemical synthesis of nitro-glycerine, the colonists build a micro-civilization from nothing. However, a series of "miracles" suggests they are not alone. A mysterious benefactor monitors their every move, intervening when death seems certain. Is it a guardian angel, or a ghost from the past? 
  The tension escalates into a chilling blend of Science Fiction and Horror as external threats emerge. Between a ruthless pirate bombardment and the island’s terminal volcanic instability, the stakes have never been higher. The castaways must decode the secrets of the Nautilus and its legendary captain before their home vanishes into the sea. 
  If you are a fan of the visionary world-building of H.G. Wells or the gritty, technical ingenuity of Andy Weir, you will love The Mysterious Island. A cornerstone of classic Science Fiction Collections & Anthologies, this definitive work stands as a pillar of Apocalyptic & Post-Apocalyptic literature, proving that human intellect is the most powerful force in nature.

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