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  The Middle Temple Murder

  J. S. Fletcher

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  "The Middle Temple Murder" by J. S. Fletcher is a detective novel set in the early 20th century, specifically during the post-World War I era. The story revolves around the mysterious death of an elderly man found dead in Middle Temple Lane, captivating readers with its intrigue and investigation.  
  The protagonist, Frank Spargo, is a newspaper sub-editor who becomes drawn into the murder investigation after discovering the body of the victim, John Marbury. Marbury's connection to the legal profession, as well as his association with a character named Ronald Breton, adds depth to the mystery.  
  At the beginning of the narrative, Spargo, after finishing a night shift at the newspaper office, stumbles upon a crime scene where Marbury has been reported dead. Intrigued by the circumstances, he learns that Marbury was found in a suspicious position, suggesting foul play. Spargo starts piecing together clues, including a scrap of paper found in Marbury’s pocket that bears Breton’s name and address, indicating a possible link between them. 
  As the story unfolds, it explores themes of deception, intrigue, and the complexities of the legal world, with Spargo and Breton working together to uncover the truth behind Marbury’s untimely death. The opening serves to set the stage for a complex mystery filled with unexpected connections and a quest for truth.

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  Conspiracy Theories Uncovered -...

  Terry Paul Jameson

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  The "official story" has always felt a little too neat, hasn’t it? 
  If you’ve ever looked at a headline and felt that itch in the back of your brain—the one that says the math isn't adding up—you’re in the right place. This isn't a lecture, we aren't here to sell you a tin foil hat. We’re rolling back the curtain to reveal who’s actually pulling the strings. 
  17 CHAPTERS. ZERO FILTER. 
  This audiobook is a deep-dive into the shadows of reality, narrated to feel like a late-night conversation you weren't supposed to overhear. We’re dissecting the theories that refuse to die, from fake weather to Princess Diana, and the "truth" about history's biggest events. 
  Here are just 5 of the 17 fascinating theories we'll uncover: 
  • MKULTRA: The conspiracy that turned out to be 100% true. If they did THAT in the 50s, what are they doing now? 
  • THE FEDERAL RESERVE: It isn’t Federal, and it has no reserves! Let’s follow the money to see where it actually leads. 
  • THE 'FOOD' WE EAT: A look at what’s actually being served to us under the guise of "nutrition." 
  • SOCIAL CREDIT SCORES: It’s not a dystopian movie plot anymore. It’s the invisible cage being built around your daily life. 
  • THE TITANIC: Forget the iceberg for a second. What if the most famous shipwreck in history was actually a billion-dollar insurance scam or a co-ordinated plan? 
  WHY THIS BOOK? 
  Most conspiracy audiobooks are dry, academic, or just plain crazy. We took a different route. We’ve balanced real hard evidence with the high-octane speculation that makes these stories so addictive. Narrated by a pro. 
  Hit play and question everything.

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  Bloodline Hustle

  Xavier Tharpe

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  We need to be careful before choosing our enemies and our friends. Everything can be over with the sound of a gunshot. The slightest mistake can cost a life, especially when running a drug business; everyone is waiting for an opportunity to sting you like a scorpion. A life like that comes with an expensive price tag.From being raised on the beaches of California to running a drug empire in dangerous corners of America, Sean discovers the ugly truth behind two-faced society. The life of a drug trafficker is filled with land mines. One moment you are handing out a little bag of product, and the other, you find yourself being zipped into a body bag. Every horrible incident can happen on the turf, from betrayal to bloodshed. Find out how Sean succeeded in life against all the odds, attacks, and betrayals by carefully choosing his next move and staying one step ahead of his enemies.

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  Light - From their pens to your...

  Achmed Abdullah

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  Alexander Nicholayevitch Romanoff was born on 12th May 1881 in Yalta, then in Russia. 
  Despite his prolific fictional writings, verified facts about his upbringing, career and life are difficult to dissemble from his own various accounts over the years.  
  A sample suggests he was schooled at Eton and Oxford (no evidence exists of his time at either) and that he was by Religion; Russian Orthodox, a Muslim and a Roman Catholic!  His claimed military career and gift for languages would normally mark him out – if they could be corroborated as true, which is doubtful.  Fact and fiction are interchangeable it seems, but his writing is full of adventures and fast paced happenings that were ripe not only for the literary age but also the nascent film industry. 
  On or before 1912 he emigrated to the United States to enjoy a career as a writer, playwright and screenwriter, the latter for which he received an Academy Award nomination for ‘The Lives of a Bengal Lancer’ in the 1935 film. 
  He also wrote extensively for the pulp magazines of the day including Argosy, All-Story Magazine, Munsey's Magazine and Blue Book. 
  Abdullah also had a keen interest in translating Afghan poems and appears to have received a doctorate from the College of El-Azar, Cairo in Koranic Studies. 
  Together with three marriages and two daughters his life was certainly colorful. 
  Achmed Abdullah died on his birthday, 12th May 1945, of a heart attack.  He was 64.

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  The Lake Gun - From their pens...

  James Fenimore Cooper

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  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 is James Fenimore Cooper.

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  Simply More - A Book for Anyone...

  Cynthia Erivo

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  In this vulnerable and enlightening book of life lessons, globally renowned performer Cynthia Erivo draws from her singular experience to show us how to embrace being “too much” and to live up to the fullest iteration of ourselves. This program is read by the author.It is never too late to build the life you’re seeking.Cynthia Erivo learned the music to Wicked a decade before she needed it, not knowing those same lyrics would change her life. Now she has performed those songs on the world stage, showing us there is always time to keep discovering ourselves. And to illustrate that it’s often the parts of ourselves we are told to bury that make us shine.In a series of powerful, personal vignettes, Cynthia reflects on the ways she has grown as an actor and human and the practices she’s learned over years of performing and reminds us all we are capable of so much more than we think.We all have hopes and dreams that we want to bring across the finish line. We all falter and take missteps. In this book, Cynthia draws from her experiences running marathons, both real and metaphorical, onstage and onscreen, to show how each challenge can help us. She urges listeners to lean into the wisdom of their bodies, to understand and strive for a physical and mental balance. Because when we chase our deepest desires, each small step leads us closer to where we want to go."Cynthia Erivo is monumentally talented and impressive...her speaking voice is as mellifluous as her singing voice, and there are moments of genuine realness..." — Vulture "The Broadway star's singular talents make her an obviously superb narrator."—Booklist"With her performance skills and melodic voice, [Narrator Cynthia] Erivo captures listeners' attention and leaves them feeling inspired to be themselves. " — AudioFileA Macmillan Audio production from Flatiron Books

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