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    • The Heaven  Earth Grocery Store A Novel Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride is a compelling novel set in a small, segregated town, exploring themes of race, identity, and community through a mysterious death. A powerful, thought-provoking read with rich storytelling.
    • Verity (Colleen Hoover) Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Verity by Colleen Hoover is a thrilling psychological suspense novel about a writer uncovering dark secrets while finishing a bestselling author’s series. Full of twists and tension, it's perfect for fans of gripping, page-turning stories.
    • Thuvia, Maid of Mars Cover
      by LovelyMay Thu­via, Maid of Mars by Edgar Rice Bur­roughs is a sci­ence fic­tion adven­ture that fol­lows the brave Thu­via as she becomes entan­gled in a per­ilous strug­gle for sur­vival on Mars, while hero­ic war­riors bat­tle to res­cue her and con­front the planet’s dead­ly dan­gers.
    • The Assassin and the Pirate Lord Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Assas­sin and the Pirate Lord is a thrilling novel­la in the Throne of Glass uni­verse that takes place before the events of the main series. It fol­lows Celae­na Sar­doth­ien, a dead­ly teenage assas­sin, as she embarks on a mis­sion on behalf of the Assassin’s Guild. Sent to the remote Pirate Lord’s strong­hold on a sup­posed mis­sion of busi­ness, Celae­na quick­ly dis­cov­ers the Guild’s…
    • The Assassin and the Desert: A Throne of Glass Novella Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Assas­sin and the Desert is the sec­ond novel­la in the Throne of Glass pre­quel col­lec­tion, The Assassin’s Blade. This sto­ry fol­lows Celae­na Sar­doth­ien as she is sent to the Silent Assas­sins in the Red Desert for pun­ish­ment and train­ing after defy­ing her mas­ter. Iso­lat­ed and far from every­thing famil­iar, Celae­na must prove her worth with­out the com­forts of her rep­u­ta­tion or alliances. As…
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    • Dawn O’Hara: The Girl Who Laughed Cover
      by LovelyMay Dawn O'Hara: The Girl Who Laughed by Edna Ferber is a humorous yet heartfelt novel that tells the story of Dawn O'Hara, a lively young journalist who moves to a small town to recover from a nervous breakdown and a troubled marriage. As she rebuilds her life, she encounters an array of quirky characters, navigates romantic possibilities, and rediscovers her joy and resilience. Published in 1911, the novel reflects Ferber's wit and insight into the complexities of relationships, personal growth, and the importance of laughter and self-reliance in overcoming life's challenges.
    • The Tale of Balen Cover
      by LovelyMay The Tale of Balen by Algernon Charles Swinburne is a poetic retelling of the tragic Arthurian legend of Sir Balin, a knight whose life is marked by loyalty, courage, and a fateful destiny. First published in 1896, the poem follows Sir Balin’s quest for honor and his encounters with themes of fate, vengeance, and the consequences of his actions. Swinburne's vivid, lyrical verse captures the medieval atmosphere of King Arthur's court while delving into the hero’s inner conflict and moral struggles. This work highlights Swinburne’s fascination with chivalric ideals and the tragic beauty of knightly legends, bringing to life one of the darker tales from Arthurian mythology.
    • Men, Women, and Ghosts Cover
      by LovelyMay Men, Women, and Ghosts by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps is a collection of short stories blending realism with supernatural elements, exploring the lives, emotions, and inner struggles of its characters. Published in 1869, the book delves into themes of love, loss, war, and the human psyche, often with a focus on the impact of the Civil War on individuals and families. Phelps' stories are known for their psychological depth and moral complexity, as well as their daring exploration of women's roles and inner lives. With a mix of ghostly encounters and poignant human experiences, *Men, Women, and Ghosts* is celebrated for its sensitive, sometimes haunting portrayal of the spiritual and emotional dimensions of everyday life.
    • The Assassin and the Underworld Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Assas­sin and the Under­world is the third novel­la in The Assassin’s Blade, a pre­quel col­lec­tion to the Throne of Glass series. After return­ing from her pun­ish­ment in the Red Desert, Celae­na Sar­doth­ien is deter­mined to leave the Assas­s­in’s Guild for good. But first, she must com­plete one final mis­sion. Assigned to infil­trate and destroy a pow­er­ful crim­i­nal oper­a­tion in Rifthold, Celae­na dives into…
    • Hunting Sketches Cover
      by LovelyMay Hunting Sketches by Anthony Trollope is a lively collection of essays that humorously examines the world of English fox hunting and the people involved in it. Written in the mid-19th century, the book offers an insightful and often satirical portrayal of the characters commonly found in hunting circles, from the eager novice to the seasoned huntsman. Trollope’s sketches capture the social nuances, traditions, and peculiarities of hunting culture, shedding light on both its exhilaration and its absurdities. This lighthearted work showcases Trollope’s wit and keen observational skills, making it an entertaining read for those interested in English country life and sporting traditions.
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