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  A House Divided -...

  Margaret Skea

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  ‘When you must face Maxwell, give evidence 
  before the King. Have you thought on that?’ 
  ‘If I do not face Maxwell, I will not 
  be able to face myself.' 
  Scotland 1597. The truce between the Cunninghame and Montgomerie clans is fragile. And for the Munro family, living in hiding under assumed names, these are dangerous times. 
  While Munro risks his life daily in the army of the French King, the spectre of discovery by William Cunninghame haunts his wife Kate. Her fears for their children and her absent husband realized as William’s desire for revenge tears their world apart. 
  A sweeping tale of compassion and cruelty, treachery and sacrifice, set against the backdrop of a religious war, feuding clans and the Great Scottish Witch Hunt of 1597. 
  This eagerly awaited sequel to Turn of the Tide can also be read as a stand-alone novel and will appeal to fans of Winston Graham's Poldark and C J Sansom's Shardlake series. 
  Longlisted for the Historical Novel society New Novel Award 
  Praise for Margaret Skea 
  'The quality of the writing and research is outstanding.' Jeffrey Archer 
  '…captivating and fast-paced. You’ll find yourself reading far into the night. Ann Weisgarber: Walter Scott and Orange Prize shortlisted author of The Promise 
  'Margaret Skea brings the 16th century to vivid life.' Sharon Penman 
  *A full character list is available on the author's website @ https://www.margaretskea.com*

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  Nostromo

  Joseph Conrad

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  Nostromo, written by Joseph Conrad and published in 1904, is set in the fictional South American country of Costaguana, particularly in the port city of Sulaco. The novel explores themes of imperialism, capitalism, and the moral dilemmas faced by its characters amid political turmoil.The story revolves around Charles Gould, a Costaguanero of English descent who owns a silver mine. Disillusioned by the political instability in Costaguana, Gould supports the dictatorship of President Ribiera, hoping to bring order to the region. However, the wealth generated by the mine attracts the attention of revolutionaries, leading to chaos as General Montero's forces invade Sulaco.

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  The Black-Bearded Barbarian

  Marian Keith

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  A fictionalized biography of George Mackay (1844-1901), an influential Presbyterian missionary in northern Taiwan. (Summary by Edmund Bloxam)

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  The Bold Frontier - Stories

  John Jakes

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  Stories of the American West by the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of North and South, “the best historical novelist of our time” (Patricia Cornwell). In these timeless stories of the untamed American West, John Jakes thrillingly portrays the harsh realities of life on the frontier with tales of lawmen in the Sierra Nevada, railroad workers in Kansas, and gamblers on the steamboat River Queen. From a saloon showdown unlike any other and outlaws double-crossing each other to a fur trapper hell-bent on vengeance and a power struggle between medicine men, Jakes’s frontier stories capture the same sweeping historical drama and unforgettable characterizations as his epic novels in the Crown Family Saga, the Kent Family Chronicles, and the North and South Trilogy.   “At the very heart of every Jakes saga is a story that throbs to the beat of history.” —The Cleveland Plain Dealer  This ebook features an illustrated biography of John Jakes including rare images from the author’s personal collection.

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  The Daughters Of Red Hill Hall

  Kathleen McGurl

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  ‘The Daughters of Red Hill Hall …[has] all the intrigue, mystery, relationship drama and edge of your seat secret reveals any reader could want.’ – Books and Boardies 
  When Gemma discovers a pair of ancient duelling pistols encrusted with rubies in the basement of the local museum, she is immediately intrigued… 
  On a fateful night in 1838 two sisters were found shot in the cellars of Red Hill Hall. And when Gemma begins to delve deeper into their history she begins to realise that the secrets of that night are darker than anyone had ever imagined. 
  As the shocking events of the past begin to unravel, Gemma’s own life starts to fall apart. Loyalties are tested and suddenly it seems as if history is repeating itself, as Gemma learns that female friendships can be deadly… 
  Perfect for fans of The Emerald Comb, The Pearl Locket, Rachel Hore and Kate Morton.What reviewers are saying about Kathleen McGurl’s The Daughters of Red Hill Hall 
  ‘Mystery, danger, intrigue and heart-pounding drama are deliciously interwoven’ – Julie (Goodreads) 
  ‘I devoured The Daughters of Red Hill Hall in two sittings…it showed off the many talents of Kathleen McGurl to perfection.’ – Emma Crowley on Shaz’s Book Blog 
  ‘This book grabbed me from its opening pages’ – Being Anne… 
  ‘a great summer read!’ – A Home in the Country 
  ‘if you like historical mysteries, murder and romance, this is a must read for you.’ – Violet Fields (NetGalley) 
  ‘This is the first of Kathleen McGurl's books that I have read but it certainly won't be the last’ – Karen O’Hare (Goodreads) 
  ‘For fans of Katherine Webb or Kate Riordan’ – Sheila’s Review (Goodreads) 
  ‘McGurl focuses on the relationships and emotional turmoil… As always a spirited read.’ – Cheryl M-M 
  The Daughters of Red Hill Hall, a top literary fiction by Kathleen McGurl, continues to unravel the mystery with Gemma finding herself in a contemporary detective role. As she delves deeper into the past, the line between history and her own life blurs, creating a thrilling narrative that keeps the readers on the edge of their seats. 
  For fans of Amanda Geard (The Moon Gate), Lucinda Riley (The Seven Sisters), Santa Montefiore (Flappy Entertains), Rachel Hore (A Gathering Storm), and Tracy Rees (Hidden Secrets at the Little Village Church).

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  The Passion

  Jeanette Winterson

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  The New York Times–bestselling author interweaves the destinies of Napoleon’s cook and an enigmatic Venetian woman in this “arresting, elegant novel” (Publishers Weekly). A faithful soldier of the Grande Armée, Henri is given the honor of serving meals to Napoleon himself. After all, Henri is short—and no one over five-foot-two ever serves the emperor. But when following his revered leader brings him to near-starvation in Russia’s frozen winter, Henri is disillusioned and desperate for escape. The web-footed daughter of a Venetian boatman, Villanelle has long been acquainted with the advantages of dishonesty. Trust hasn’t been her strong suit since her heart was stolen—literally—by a noblewoman she once loved. Soon these two will meet their shared destiny in the chaotic carnival that is early 19th century Venice. In The Passion, Whitbread Award-winning author Jeanette Winterson delivers a “historical novel quite different from any other” (Vanity Fair). “Recalls García Márquez . . . Magical touches dance like highlights over the brilliance of this fairy tale about passion, gambling, madness, and androgynous ecstasy.” —Edmund White

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