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This novel is for lovers of romance novels. The author describes how a man meets a woman and their relationship develops. This romance will put you in a good mood as the love line will place you in pleasant memories.
The bookshelves of British literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors. From these Isles their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected their talents endure. Among them are the intriguing and tender narratives tackling delicate social subjects of Viola Meynell.Show book
A powerfully poignant tale of one of the most turbulent moments in Scotland's history: the North Berwick Witch Trials. It's the 4th of December 1591. On this, the last night of her life, in a prison cell several floors below Edinburgh's High Street, convicted witch Geillis Duncan receives a mysterious visitor—Iris, who says she comes from a future where women are still persecuted for who they are and what they believe. As the hours pass and dawn approaches, Geillis recounts the circumstances of her arrest, brutal torture, confession and trial, while Iris offers support, solace—and the tantalizing prospect of escape. Hex is a visceral depiction of what happens when a society is consumed by fear and superstition, exploring how the terrible force of a king's violent crusade against ordinary women can still be felt, right up to the present day. Contains mature themes.Show book
In "The Hunchback of Notre Dame Volume 1" by Victor Hugo, the story unfolds in 15th-century Paris, centered around Quasimodo, the deformed bell-ringer of Notre-Dame Cathedral. Explored through his tragic existence and devotion to Archdeacon Claude Frollo, the narrative delves into themes of love, rejection, and societal cruelty. The arrival of the enchanting Esmeralda introduces a web of desire, jealousy, and betrayal. Hugo intricately weaves the city’s Gothic grandeur with sharp social critique, highlighting the struggles of the marginalized. This volume sets the stage for a tale of passion, injustice, and humanity’s eternal quest for acceptance and redemption.Show book
Johnstone Country. Where the Dead Sleep Cold. HAVE COFFIN, WILL TRAVEL On his latest bullion run for the Reverend's Temptation Gold Mine, Shotgun Johnny crosses paths with three desperate strangers. One is an old man. The other is his daughter Dixie. The third is the old man's son, Jake Teal, a bank robber who's wanted dead or alive. Thing is, Jake is already dead—stuffed in a pine box on his family's wagon. Now every bounty hunter in the state is after his body . . . BRING OUT YOUR DEAD Johnny feels bad for the grieving family and agrees to escort them to Pueblo for a proper burial. Of course, no good deed goes unpunished. A sudden snow storm turns the trail into a frozen hell—but that doesn't stop the bounty-hunting devils who want to cash in on Jake's corpse. Some of them think Dixie knows where he hid the cash from his last bank job. Or maybe they're really after Johnny's cargo of gold. Either way, they all could end up dead on arrival . . .Show book
This content is an independent and unofficial summary created for informational and educational purposes only. It is not affiliated with, authorized, approved, licensed, or endorsed by the original author or publisher. All rights to the original work belong to its respective copyright holders. This summary is not intended to substitute the original book, but to offer a concise overview and interpretation of its main ideas. The Rebel's Heir is a gripping tale of loyalty, defiance, and the heavy weight of legacy. Born into a world divided by power and bloodshed, a young heir must choose between the life expected of him and the dangerous ideals he holds in his heart. As old loyalties fracture and new alliances are forged in secret, he steps into a perilous game where every move could determine the fate of a kingdom. Torn between duty and freedom, honor and rebellion, his journey becomes a battle not only against tyranny, but also against the doubts within himself. Charged with tension, heart, and unforgettable stakes, The Rebel's Heir is a sweeping story of courage, identity, and the fight to forge a destiny of one’s own. Perfect for listeners who crave epic conflict and emotional depth, this audiobook leaves an indelible mark long after the final chapter.Show book
Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. A few pages can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that is difficult to achieve elsewhere. In this series we try to offer up tried and trusted ‘Top Tens’ across many different themes and authors. But any anthology will immediately throw up the questions – Why that story? Why that author? The theme itself will form the boundaries for our stories which range from well-known classics, newly told, to stories that modern times have overlooked but perfectly exemplify the theme. Throughout the volume our authors whether of instant recognition or new to you are all leviathans of literature. Some you may disagree with but they will get you thinking; about our choices and about those you would have made. If this volume takes you on a path to discover more of these miniature masterpieces then we have all gained something. In these Isles of Imperial Empire the English language is now the lingua franca of the globe. But between the Home nations tensions remain, they rise and fall, all is not well. Authors born abroad and returning have new views, unique, a little off-kilter and literature feeds well on this fuel. Together the men of these islands produce literature of quite sumptuous quality. 1 - The Top 10 - The British & Irish Men - The 19th Century - An Introduction 2 - The Body Snatcher by Robert Louis Stevenson 3 - The Signalman by Charles Dickens 4 - The Withered Arm by Thomas Hardy 5 - The Canterville Ghost - Part 1 by Oscar Wilde 6 - The Canterville Ghost - Part 2 by Oscar Wilde 7 - The Phantom Rickshaw by Rudyard Kipling 8 - The Dream Woman by Wilkie Collins 9 - The Story of B24 by Arthur Conan Doyle 10 - The Inconsiderate Waiter by J M Barrie 11 - Lost Hearts by M R James 12 - Youth - Part 1 by Joseph Conrad 13 - Youth - Part 2 by Joseph ConradShow book
