As brilliant for its compassion as its art, Gaskell’s socially conscious masterpiece shows the early effects of the Industrial Revolution on both workers and employers through the intelligent eyes of Margaret Hale, whose advocacy for...
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Author:Scott, ScarlettSummary:When the dangerous men who killed her husband in a political assassination threaten Ara, Duchess of Burghly, the Crown assigns her a bodyguard. But the man charged with protecting her is no stranger. He's Clayton Ludlow, the bastard son...
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Author:Maitland, BarrySummary:In a London neighbourhood known for its artists and bohemian style, six year-old Tracey Rudd is abducted from home without any warning, or sign of intrusion. Detective Chief Inspector David Brock and Detective Sergeant Kathy Kolla hunt...
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Author:Ellis, DeborahSummary:Finalist for the Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Award. Orphaned and plagued with the grief of losing everyone he loves, fifteen-year-old Abdul has made a long, fraught journey from his war-torn home in Baghdad, only to end up...
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Author:Green, Simon R.Summary:The Organization has learned that an attempt is to be made on Sir Dennis Gregson's life as he travels to Bath. But when a body is found on the train, Ishmael Jones has just 56 minutes to solve the crime.
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A proper lady must choose between society or the untitled gentleman who has stolen her heart.
- Author:Christie, AgathaSummary:
In utter disbelief, Jane Marple read the letter addressed to her from the recently deceased Mr Rafiel - an acquaintance she had met briefly on her travels. He had left instructions for her to investigate a crime after his death. The...
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1830s, England. Culinarians are the crème de la crème of high society. A golden opportunity arises Elijah Little to turn him from a street vendor to a gentleman chef.
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Author:Quarles, AngelaSummary:She's finally met the man of her dreams. There's only one problem: he lives in a different century. "A fresh, charming new voice" — New York Times bestselling author Tessa Dare HOW FAR WOULD YOU TRAVEL FOR LOVE? A mysterious artifact...
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THE MOST WIDELY READ MYSTERY OF ALL TIME - NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE DIRECTED BY KENNETH BRANAGH AND PRODUCED BY RIDLEY SCOTT! "The murderer is with us-on the train now . . ." Just after midnight, the famous Orient Express is...
- Author:Green, Simon R.Summary:
Ishmael Jones and his partner Penny have been despatched to assist a group of scientists who are investigating a mysterious black hole which has appeared on a Somerset hillside.
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Author:Edwards, Ruth DudleySummary:For many years Westonbury Cathedral has been dominated by a clique of High Church gays, so when Norman Cooper, an austere, intolerant, happy-clappy evangelist, is appointed dean, there is shock, outrage and fear. David Elworthy, the...
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Amateur sleuth Mordecai Tremaine must solve a small-town mystery before the next victim takes their final bow When Mordecai Tremaine emerges from the train station, murder is the last thing on his mind. But he has never been able to...
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Author:Castle, AnnaSummary:Francis Bacon is charged with investigating the murder of a fellow barrister at Gray's Inn. He recruits his unwanted protégé Thomas Clarady to do the tiresome legwork. The son of a privateer, Clarady will do anything to climb the...
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Author:GREGSON, J. MSummary:As the Masonic Lodge Ladies' Night comes to a close and the guests drift away, a man is found in the car park, garotted at his steering wheel. Murder is no laughing matter, but DI Percy Peach takes pleasure in raising the indiscretions...
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Author:Brightwell, EmilySummary:It was a most peculiar murder. A man's body was found in the canal-but the evidence showed that he had drowned in a bathtub. A theater critic known for his savage reviews, the victim had had a full cast of enemies. While Inspector...
- Author:Woolf, VirginiaSummary:
In this vivid portrait of a single day in a woman’s life, Mrs. Clarissa Dalloway is preoccupied with the last-minute details of preparation for a party while in her mind she is something much more than a perfect society hostess. As she...
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Author:Roy, PhilipSummary:Happy and his human friend John debate as to where their next adventure should take them. John suggests a walk through the forest or a visit to the museum, but these are too lacklustre for Happy's thirst for excitement. When Happy then...
- Author:Crombie, DeborahSummary:
When an arrogant police officer is found dead at home, there are many potential suspects. Duncan Kincaid and Gemma Jones are on the case, setting aside their personal feelings about the deceased.
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Author:Harrell, RobSummary:In a fantastical 1860s England, every quiet little township is terrorized by a ferocious monster--much to the townsfolk's delight! Each town's unique monster is a source of local pride, not to mention tourism. Each town, that is--except...
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