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  The Virgin of the Sun

  H. Rider Haggard

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  In this swashbuckling tale of medieval adventure, an English fisherman lost at sea finds romance, intrigue, and war among the peoples of Peru.While exploring the jumble of curiosities at the home of an eccentric antiquarian, an editor discovers a collection of letters dating back to the era of King Richard II. These letters recount the incredible life story of one Hubert of Hastings, a fisherman turned London goldsmith whose turbulent fortunes brought him to a strange new land that would become his home. Shortly after a whirlwind wedding, Hubert finds himself both widowed and framed for murder. Together with his old friend Kari, he escapes by ship, only to be storm-tossed across the Atlantic. Undertaking a voyage to Kari’s homeland along the Pacific coast, they hope to finally find peace. Instead they find a brewing war between the Chancas and the Incas, and Hubert finds an unattainable love that could change the course of history.

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  The Treasure of the Lake

  H. Rider Haggard

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  Gentleman adventurer Allan Quartermain discovers a strange African village in this 1926 novel by the author of King Solomon’s Mines.An Englishman living in South Africa, Allan Quartermain has spent his life exploring the mysteries of the Dark Continent. When he hears the legend of a lost tribe ruled by a magical priestess, he goes in search of a remote holy lake surrounded by tall cliffs. Together with his companion Hans, Allan discovers a land and a people even more peculiar than the legend describes. Published posthumously in 1926, The Treasure of the Lake is one of the last Allan Quartermain novels written by H. Rider Haggard. Set in the Victorian era, it is a quintessential tale of colonial adventure.

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  The Yellow God - An Idol of Africa

  H. Rider Haggard

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  A former British Army major voyages to West Africa to discover a lost city of gold in this adventure novel by the author of King Solomon’s Mines.Since a bout of blackwater fever robbed Maj. Alan Vernon of his military post, he has cast about for a new vocation. A business scheme in the Sahara seems like the perfect fit for his engineering skills, until revelations about his partners give him pause. To save his family estate, Vernon decides to undertake his African venture on his own.Years ago, Vernon’s uncle brought a small golden idol back from Western Africa. The idol itself is worth little, but its strange powers will lead Vernon on a perilous journey to a world of riches. And there he will meet a beautiful but fearsome tribal ruler who is determined to make him her next husband.

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  The Ivory Child

  H. Rider Haggard

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  The timeless adventure featuring explorer Allan Quatermain, the inspiration for Indiana Jones, from one of the first authors of the “Lost World” genre.  The Ivory Child is a novel by H. Rider Haggard featuring Allan Quatermain—explorer, treasure hunter, and adventurer. In one of his strangest undertakings yet, Quatermain finds himself in the throes of a war between two African tribes, one of them led by an evil spirit that resides in the body of a gigantic elephant.   Two foreigners, Harût and Marût, call upon Quatermain by the name he uses among the Africans: Macumazana. They are convinced by divination that only Quatermain can defeat the elephant god and save Africa from an epic battle destined to plunge the continent into chaos . . .

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  The Agatha Christie Collection -...

  Agatha Christie, Redhouse

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  Immerse yourself in the world of Agatha Christie, the Queen of Crime, with this exclusive collection of 8 of her most beloved novels. Follow the famous Hercule Poirot as he solves complex puzzles and uncovers hidden truths in some of Christie's most gripping stories. Whether you're a devoted fan or new to her works, this collection is a must-have for anyone who loves classic mystery novels.
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  - The Mysterious Affair at Styles – Poirot's debut in solving a murder mystery in an English manor.
  - The Secret Adversary – A thrilling espionage mystery starring Tommy and Tuppence.
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  - Poirot Investigates – A series of short, sharp cases showcasing Poirot's impeccable mind.
  - The Man in the Brown Suit – An international adventure filled with danger, romance, and a mysterious villain.
  - The Secret of Chimneys – A country house mystery filled with political intrigue.
  - The Murder of Roger Ackroyd – One of Christie's most famous and surprising novels.
  - Poirot's Early Cases – A collection of Poirot's earlier, intriguing investigations.Enjoy all of these at no extra cost with Kindle Unlimited, or add them to your personal library today!
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  - 8 best-selling mystery novels by Agatha Christie
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  Montezuma's Daughter

  H. Rider Haggard

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  "Montezuma's Daughter" is a novel written by H. Rider Haggard, first published in 1893. The story is set in Mexico during the 16th century and follows the adventures of a Spanish nobleman named Thomas Wingfield. Wingfield is sent on a mission to Mexico by the Spanish king, and he soon finds himself caught up in a web of political intrigue and betrayal. He is captured by the Aztecs and sentenced to death, but he is saved by the intervention of a beautiful Aztec princess named Otomie. As Wingfield tries to navigate the treacherous political landscape of Mexico, he falls in love with Otomie and becomes embroiled in a conflict between the Aztecs and the Spanish conquistadors led by Hernán Cortés.

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