Author : Isaac Delagrue
Publisher : Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
Page : 295 pages
File Size : 28,92 MB
Release : 2020-06-09
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1098031075
Delagrue utilized the great description tools that a handful of his contemporaries still cling to. As he travels over two decades of two families personal history. Finding great elasticity in one chapter, only to pull together with intriguing dialogue setting the next stage, to go where ever the wandering pros carry our romantic imagination. It is my greatest wish that all enjoy this tale of intrigue finding themselves.
Author : Amanda Theodocia Jones
Publisher :
Page : 476 pages
File Size : 26,14 MB
Release : 1910
Category : Spiritualism
ISBN :
Author : Robert Mayer
Publisher : Crown
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 35,94 MB
Release : 2006-10-24
Category : True Crime
ISBN : 0767926897
For fans of Serial and Making a Murderer, the true, bewildering story of a young woman’s disappearance, the nightmare of a small town obsessed with delivering justice, and the bizarre dream of a poor, uneducated man accused of murder. On April 28, 1984, Denice Haraway disappeared from her job at a convenience store on the outskirts of Ada, Oklahoma, and the sleepy town erupted. Tales spread of rape, mutilation, and murder, and the police set out on a relentless mission to bring someone to justice. Six months later, two local men—Tommy Ward and Karl Fontenot—were arrested and brought to trial, even though they repudiated their “confessions,” no body had been found, no weapon had been produced, and no eyewitnesses had come forward. The Dreams of Ada is a story of politics and morality, of fear and obsession. It is also a moving, compelling portrait of one small town living through a nightmare. “A riveting true story of a brutal murder in a small town and the tragic errors made in the pursuit of justice.”—John Grisham
Author : Ann Warren Turner
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,66 MB
Release : 1989
Category : Slavery
ISBN :
A ten-year-old northern girl encounters the ugly realities of slavery when she visits Richmond, Virginia, and sees a slave auction.
Author : Tara Moss
Publisher : CMC Verve
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 46,20 MB
Release : 2024-03-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0857308688
** AN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER ** WWII may be over, but journalist Billie Walker's search for a missing young man will plunge her right back into the danger and drama she thought she'd left behind in Europe. It's 1946, and though war correspondent Billie Walker is happy to finally be back home in glamorous Sydney, for her the heady postwar days are tarnished by the loss of her father and the disappearance of her husband, Jack. To make matters worse, newspapers are now sidelining her reporting talents to prioritise jobs for returning soldiers. Determined to take control of her future, she reopens her late father's private investigation agency, and, slowly, the women of Sydney come knocking. At first, Billie's work consists of tailing cheating husbands. But when a young man goes missing, Billie finds herself on a dangerous new trail that will lead her to the highest levels of Sydney society, and down into its underworld. As the risk mounts, Billie realises that there is much more than one man's life at stake. Though the war was won, it is far from over. The first in a thrilling historical mystery series following straight-talking, champagne-drinking, fast-driving private investigator and former war reporter Billie Walker. Perfect for fans of Kate Morton, Lisa Scottoline and Rosalie Knecht. PRAISE FOR THE WAR WIDOW 'Completely gripping and entertaining from beginning to end' - HUGH JACKMAN 'Just what I needed today-a blast of the escapist past. Sydney in 1946, damaged veterans, bad guys, car chases, mysteries, and a female PI up for the fight' - IAN RANKIN 'A cracking thriller, with a marvellous, strong, flamboyant heroine' - JOANNE HARRIS 'Enough page-turning suspense to keep you up reading far later than you intended!' - PETER JAMES 'A terrific read!' - LYNDA La PLANTE
Author : Dale Peck
Publisher : Soho Press
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 49,47 MB
Release : 2015-07-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1616955643
When the 500th person they know dies of AIDS, Colin and Justin flee New York City. They end up in Galatia, a Kansas town founded by freed slaves in the wake of the Civil War whose population is now divided, evenly but uneasily, between African Americans descended from the town’s founders and Caucasians who buy up more of the town’s land with each passing year. But within weeks of relocating, they are implicated in a harrowing crime, and discover that they can’t outrun their own tortured history, nor that of their new home. An encompassing, visionary, many-threaded work, Now It’s Time to Say Goodbye is an American novel of great scope and nearly mythological intensity. This is the third volume of Gospel Harmonies, a series of seven stand-alone books (four have been written) that follow the character of John in various guises as he attempts to navigate the uneasy relationship between the self and the postmodern world.
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 1222 pages
File Size : 35,81 MB
Release : 1917
Category : Law reports, digests, etc
ISBN :
Author : Eli Wilmot Sprague
Publisher :
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 13,31 MB
Release : 1908
Category : Spiritualism
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Author : Tara Moss
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 21,10 MB
Release : 2022-06-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1743096658
A gripping story of secrets and intrigue set in postwar London and Paris. The search for a missing husband forces investigator and former war reporter Billie Walker to face the ghosts of her own painful past, and sets her on a collision course with an underground network of Nazis ... It's 1947. The world continues to grapple with the fallout of the Second World War, and former war reporter Billie Walker is finding her feet as an investigator. When a wealthy client hires Billie and her assistant Sam to track down her missing husband, the trail leads Billie back to London and Paris, where Billie's own painful memories also lurk. Jack Rake, Billie's wartime lover and briefly, husband, is just one of the millions people who went missing in Europe during the war. What was his fate after they left Paris together? As Billie's search for her client's husband takes her to both the swanky bars at Paris's famous Ritz hotel and to the dank basements of the infamous Paris morgue, she'll need to keep her gun at the ready, because something even more terrible than a few painful memories might be following her around the city of lights ... 'The romance of Paris, the adrenaline rush of a deadly chase, a soul-shattering secret, and a resilient heroine make for a gripping read' Booklist 'Postwar Sydney, London, and Paris come alive ... A richly detailed historical mystery that spotlights social issues like postwar persecution of LGBTQ communities in both Sydney and Paris. [A] riveting series.' Library Journal, starred review Praise for The War Widow: 'A terrific read' Lynda La Plante 'It's a cracking thriller, with a marvellous, strong, flamboyant heroine. Loved it.' Joanne Harris, award-winning author of Chocolat 'Retro noir with a gutsy heroine and atmospheric setting ... vivid, page-turning historical crime, better written than most' Sydney Morning Herald 'Billie Walker is a character you will cheer for' Vancouver Sun 'A cinematic and important feminist noir - dark as midnight velvet, and tough as steel. Do not miss this!' Hank Phillippi Ryan, USA Today bestselling author of The First To Lie
Author : Susan Warner
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 28,97 MB
Release : 2023-10-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
In 'Little Nettie; or, Home Sunshine,' the Warner sisters offer a luminous exploration of familial bonds, resilience, and the comfort found in the simplicity of home life, weaving together a tapestry of narratives that span from heartfelt to instructive. Situated within the broader context of 19th-century American literature, this collection stands out for its commitment to showcasing the domestic sphere as a site of moral and spiritual education. The works within, characterized by their varied literary stylesranging from the didactic to the descriptiveserve as a reflective mirror of the times, exposing the reader to the cultural and ethical ethos of an era poised on the brink of modernity. The Warner sisters collective voice resonates with an authenticity and earnestness that underpin the collections overarching themes, elevating everyday experiences to the realm of the profound. Drawing upon their own lives and observations in a rapidly changing world, their writings embody a transitional moment in American literature, where traditional values began to interface with emerging societal shifts. This anthology is particularly noteworthy for scholars and enthusiasts of 19th-century literature, offering invaluable insights into the evolution of American thought and the role of women writers in shaping the narrative landscape of their time. Readers are encouraged to delve into 'Little Nettie; or, Home Sunshine' not just as a literary artifact, but as a vibrant collection of stories that speak to the enduring nature of home as a foundational pillar of human experience. Through the Warner sisters discerning eyes, we are invited to appreciate the nuanced dialogues between past and present, enabling a deeper understanding of the complexities and joys of domestic life. This anthology emerges not only as an educational tool but as a source of inspiration, urging readers to explore the intricate interplay of themes, styles, and perspectives that define this captivating compilation.
