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  The Witchfinder’s Assistant

  Ruth Goldstraw

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  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Beautifully written and a thoroughly absorbing read. I found it impossible to put down' Deborah Carr, USA Today Bestseller 
  THE TOWN OF WEM, SHROPSHIRE 1643 
  Civil war is ripping England apart. 
  Families are divided, emotions run high. 
  Whether on the bleakness of the moors or in snug, wood-panelled rooms, danger lurks. 
  A body is found, its mouth pierced with thorns. 
  The Justice of the Peace, a godly man, is certain that witchcraft is involved. 
  Only his assistant, former cavalryman John Carne, looks for reason where others see demons and witches. 
  But John has secrets of his own – secrets that concern his cold and distant wife. And it’s not long before the darkness that has engulfed Wem grows darker still…Readers are loving The Witchfinder's Assistant: 
  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Fascinating… a thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining read' 
  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The final denouement was a surprise, and was told in a thrilling and interesting manner. Wickedness can sometimes be hidden behind a fair face. I enjoyed it very much' 
  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A well researched and intriguing look at England in 1643…Goldstraw's an excellent storyteller- this one pulled me in and kept me reading' 
  ⭐⭐⭐⭐'Engaging and absorbing…an historical novel for our own times' 
  ⭐⭐⭐⭐'The historical setting is richly detailed, and Goldstraw does an excellent job of capturing the tension and paranoia of the time' 
  In this top-rated historical fiction, the supernatural and the occult intertwine with a mystery that keeps the reader on edge. The detective work of John Carne, set in the pre-era of modern forensics, adds a unique twist to the paranormal theme. 
  For fans of Giles Kristian (Arthur), Elena Collins (The Wicked Lady), and Pamela Taylor (Upon This Throne). 
  HarperCollins 2024

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  Turn of the Tide - Love Loyalty...

  Margaret Skea

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  Scotland 1586. A land in turmoil, a family torn apart. An ancient feud threatens Munro’s home, his family, even his life. 
  Munro owes allegiance to the Cunninghames and to the Earl of Glencairn. He escapes the bloody aftermath of a massacre, but cannot escape the disdain of the wife he sought to protect, nor inner conflict, as he wrestles with his conscience, with divided loyalties and, most dangerous of all, a growing friendship with the rival Montgomerie clan. 
  Set against the turmoil of the sixteenth century, Turn of the Tide follows the fortunes of a fictional family trapped at the centre of a long-running, historic feud called the Ayrshire Vendetta, the Cunninghames and Montgomeries dubbed the ‘Montagues and Capulets’ of Ayrshire. 
  Praise for Margaret Skea – Beryl Bainbridge Best First Time Novelist 2014 
  ‘The quality of the writing and the research is outstanding.’ Jeffrey Archer 
  ‘I have read some wonderful debut novels this year – Turn of the Tide is one of them. I loved it … a tale of love, loyalty, tragedy and betrayal.’ BooksPlease 
  ‘Munro frames the book, in at the initial kill, and centre stage in the brilliant climax, all the more shocking as the conclusion of an otherwise measured tale … a fascinating and engaging read with great visual effect.’ Between the Lines 
  ‘It is hard to know where to begin, there were so many things I liked about Turn of the Tide…an emotionally gripping story about a man caught between duty and conscience at a time in history when a man’s livelihood depended upon his loyalty to family and clan.’ The History Lady 
  ‘Margaret Skea brings sixteenth century Scotland to vivid life in Turn of the Tide. ’ Sharon K Penman 
  *A character list is available @ https://www.margaretskea.com*

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  Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ -...

  Lew Wallace

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  Ben-Hur is a historical novel by Lew Wallace, a story of a hero named Judah Ben-Hur, a Jewish nobleman who was falsely accused of an attempted assassination and enslaved by the Romans. Judah first encounters Jesus, who offers him a drink of water and encouragement, as Judah is being marched to a galley to be a slave. Their lives continue to intersect as the story unfolds. Judah survives his ordeal as a galley slave, after befriending and saving the commander of his ship, who later adopts him. Judah goes on to become a trained soldier and charioteer. Judah returns home to Jerusalem to seek revenge and redemption for his family (they perished in a Roman jail). After witnessing the Crucifixion, Judah recognizes that Christ's life stands for a goal quite different from revenge. Judah becomes Christian, inspired by love and the talk of keys to a kingdom greater than any on Earth.

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  Long Walk to Water - Based on a...

  Linda Sue Park

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  Audie Award Finalist, Children's Titles for Ages 8-12, 2014 
  In 1985 southern Sudan is ravaged by war. Rebels and government forces battle for control, with ordinary people...people like the boy, Salva Dut...caught in the middle. When Salva's village is attacked, he must embark on a harrowing journey that will propel him through horror and heartbreak, across a harsh desert, and into a strange new life. 
  Years later, in contemporary South Sudan, a girl named Nya must walk eight hours a day to fetch water. The walk is grueling, but there is unexpected hope. How these two stories intersect is told in this fascinating dual narrative, performed by David Baker and Cynthia Bishop, with the assistance of dialect coach James Achueil...who actually made the same journey across Africa when he was one of the "Lost Boys of the Sudan." 
  ©2010 Linda Sue Park (P)2013 Full Cast Audio

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  No One is Here Except All of Us

  Ramona Ausubel

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  In 1939, the families in a remote Jewish village in Romania feel the war close in on them. Their tribe has moved and escaped for thousands of years, but now, there is nowhere else to go. At the suggestion of an eleven-year-old girl and a mysterious stranger who has washed up on the riverbank, the villagers decide to reinvent the world: deny any relationship with the known and start over from scratch. And for years, there is boundless hope. But the real world continues to unfold alongside the imagined one, and soon our narrator - the girl, grown into a young mother - must flee her village to find her husband and save her children, and propel them toward a real and hopeful future.

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  A Versailles Christmas Tide

  Mary Stuart Boyd

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  Step into the opulent world of Versailles during Christmastime with Mary Stuart Boyd’s charming holiday tale, The Versailles Christmas Tide. Set against the luxurious backdrop of the French palace, this story brings to life the festive celebrations, historical elegance, and enchanting customs of a bygone era. Boyd captures the wonder of the season, blending vivid descriptions of holiday decor with the timeless spirit of togetherness and joy. 
  Narrated by Tiffany Perdue, this audiobook transports listeners to a magical Versailles, where Christmas comes alive with warmth and sophistication. Perdue’s narration enhances the rich atmosphere and historical details, inviting audiences into a celebration that is both lavish and heartwarming. 
  Perfect for fans of classic literature, historical settings, and holiday tales, The Versailles Christmas Tide offers an immersive journey into the splendor of the season, making it an ideal listen for those who cherish timeless holiday traditions.

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