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  Sarai - A Novel

  Jill Eileen Smith

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  Sarai, the last child of her aged father, is beautiful, spoiled, and used to getting her own way. Even as a young girl, she is aware of the way men look at her, including her half brother Abram. When Abram finally requests Sarai's hand, she asks one thing—that he promise never to take another wife as long as she lives. Even her father thinks the demand is restrictive and agrees to the union only if Sarai makes a promise in return—to give Abram a son and heir. Certain she can easily do that, Sarai agrees. 
   
   
   
  But as the years stretch on and Sarai's womb remains empty, she becomes desperate to fulfill her end of the bargain—lest Abram decide that he will not fulfill his. To what lengths will Sarai go in her quest to bear a son? And how long will Abram's patience last? 
   
   
   
  Jill Eileen Smith thrilled readers with The Wives of King David series. Now she brings to life the strong and celebrated wives of the patriarchs, beginning with the beautiful and inscrutable Sarai.

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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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  Top 10 Short Stories The - War -...

  Guy de Maupassant, Luigi...

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  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 this volume our authors take on War, the destroyer of humanity.  Our literary masters bring the true scale of the horror in sometimes tiny fragments of peoples lives to reveal its true and deep-felt effects. 
   
  01 - The Top 10 - War - An Introduction 
  02 - Two Friends by Guy de Maupassant 
  03 - War by Luigi Pirandello 
  04 - The Locket by Kate Chopin 
  05 - Three Wars by Emile Zola 
  06 - Them Others by Stacy Aumonier 
  07 - An Occurrence At Owl Creek Bridge by Ambrose Bierce 
  08 - The Siege of Berlin by Alphonse Daudet 
  09 - The Bowmen by Arthur Machen 
  10 - My First Goose by Isaac Babel 
  11 - The German Spy by William Hope Hodgson

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  Getting Vetted

  Tanya MacFarlane

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  New Zealand vet Samantha accepts a job in small town Southland after graduation. She wants to be thrown in the deep end and experience all life has to offer before heading overseas. Could life be any better? She has her career, her friends and her fiancé. His only vice is the drinking. And the annoying best mate always along for the ride. 
  Samantha travels with friends through South East Asia before setting up to work in the UK. With the arrival of foot and mouth disease, the collapse of the twin towers, and a floundering relationship, life feels very uncertain. 
  One reckless night kicks off a series of events that throw her out of her comfort zone. Grappling with her values and beliefs, she sets off on a journey of self-discovery. As America hunts for Saddam Hussein, she travels through the Middle East and discovers what really matters. 
  Getting Vetted is about relationships, spirituality and travel. Sometimes to grow up you need to let go of deeply-held beliefs and let go of childhood attachments to find your authentic self.

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  Gulliver's Travels

  Jonathan Swift

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  Embark on an extraordinary adventure with "Gulliver's Travels," the timeless satire by Jonathan Swift, brought to life by the engaging narration of Ram Ranjini. This classic tale follows Lemuel Gulliver, a ship’s surgeon who finds himself cast away on strange and fantastical lands, each with its own unique culture and peculiarities. 
  From the miniature people of Lilliput to the giant inhabitants of Brobdingnag, Gulliver's journeys offer a sharp and witty commentary on human nature, society, and the absurdities of the world. Swift’s masterful storytelling and keen observations make "Gulliver's Travels" as relevant today as it was when first published in 1726. 
  Ram Ranjini’s dynamic narration captures the humor, drama, and intrigue of Gulliver’s adventures, making this audiobook a captivating experience for listeners of all ages. Whether you’re exploring this classic for the first time or revisiting its familiar landscapes, this rendition of "Gulliver's Travels" promises to entertain, enlighten, and inspire. 
  Perfect for fans of classic literature, satire, and adventure stories, "Gulliver's Travels" is an essential addition to any audiobook collection. Join Gulliver on his remarkable voyages and discover why this tale has endured for centuries.

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  The Lost Books ~ Romance and...

  Mo Conlan

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  In a scheme to pay for his endless wars and lavish court, Henry Tudor seizes England's rich monasteries and convents. Thousands of illuminated manuscripts are stolen and destroyed. 
  Squire Henry Truelove of Cornwall, hero of this novel, has simpler ambitions: to win the hand of his reluctant ladylove, Morwenna. But life takes a bad turn for the squire when his family's estate faces ruinous taxation. Truelove and his friends form a band of "holy pirates" to bring down the corrupt taxman, and to rescue the precious lost books. 
  This tale of tumultuous Tudor times will especially please readers who enjoy little known histories and interesting language. The narrative is often lighthearted, with amusing repartee. The mission of the Holy Pirates, though, is vital and dangerous — to save the precious books and their own skins.

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