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As the only daughter, Sylvia Miller of The Tinderbox has always held a special place in her Old Order family, one Adeline Pelham jeopardizes when she shows up at the Millers' Hickory Hollow farm. It isn't that Adeline means to be a threat, but her very existence is a reminder of the painful secret that has so recently upended the Miller household. And with Sylvia and her mother still struggling to come to terms with that news, this is a challenging time to welcome an Englisher - especially this Englisher - into their midst.

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Christms Box and A Christmas Memory comes a story tracing the lives of a family through reflective diary entries on love, loyalty, and forgiveness. April 3, 1912. "Is this life, to grasp joy only to fear its escape? The price of happiness is the...

When Lainie Lanahan’s daughters discover a hidden journal from 1994, they uncover a secret their mother never intended to reveal. Confronted with the truth, Lainie is forced to revisit the extraordinary events that changed her life forever. It began at a new age party, when Lainie was chosen to be hypnotized. Instead of relaxation, she is transported back to 1941 Hollywood, where she awakens in the body of Lorraine Larue, a beautiful singer and rising movie star.

Eleven-year-old Valena, her family, and dog live in rural Ohio, where she and her cousin Melinda share experiences that include seeing the aurora borealis, surviving a tornado, and going to an amazing circus.

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Christms Box and A Christmas Memory comes a story tracing the lives of a family through reflective diary entries on love, loyalty, and forgiveness. April 3, 1912. "Is this life, to grasp joy only to fear its escape? The price of happiness is the...

A stolen heirloom. A secret vault. A quiet town built on buried lies. Magda Lane’s antique shop was locked. The display case was sealed. Yet her grandmother’s pocket watch is gone, no break-in, no trace, just a lingering chill and the feeling she’s being watched. When more heirlooms vanish, Magda’s antique expertise and her knack for noticing what others miss makes her the town’s reluctant liaison. With Ivy’s quick wit and Deputy Hank’s skeptical eye, Magda starts asking questions someone doesn’t want answered. An outsider with a mysterious interest. A historian with too ...

These four works show Samuel Beckett at his most penetrating. Both Krapp's Last Tape (1958) and Not I (1972) are among the most striking pieces written for the theatre in the 20th century. An old man sits at a table, playing back old tapes made when he was younger, mixed glimpses of past feelings. In Not I, we have just a mouth expressing memories and torment in a torrent of words.

From the internationally acclaimed Booker Prize-winning author of The Sea comes "a delicious memoir" (New York Times) that unfolds around the author's recollections, experiences, and imaginings of Dublin. As much about the life of the city as it is about a life lived, sometimes, in the city...

Hoops craves adventure and the chance to be a hero. But will his appetite for danger and exploration be his undoing? It’s not an adventure ‘til something goes wrong. That’s what the Traveler’s Code says. On the way home from school, a strange red-headed teenager gives Hoops a mysterious gift - an old timepiece.

"A remarkably compelling collection." — James Gordon, veteran Canadian singer/songwriterFrom acclaimed Canadian songwriter and poet Howard Gladstone comes Timepieces: Selected Lyrics, a rich and evocative collection of his most powerful and memorable lyrics spanning eight albums released between 2002 and 2024. Narrated by Brian Pederson, this audiobook brings Gladstone’s words to life, allowing listeners to experience the artistry, emotion, and storytelling that have defined his music for more than two decades.

This story is a gem representing the delightful stories from the Indian subcontinent which capture the simple essence of everyday life in rural / urban India. The simple pleasures of life indicate a time gone by before the advent of cellphones and Facebook, a time which almost stood still, a time where children could revel in the rain, make paper boats and race them down a drain, play marbles and generally pass time. The once idyllic life almost seems too slow and bear and hence is fascinating to watch unfurl as we listen to the story.

William Wells, a gifted but risk-averse US college dropout living an unadventurous life in London, stumbles upon a mysterious timepiece with the ability to alter time. When the Timepiece's previous owner is brutally murdered by unknown assailants, Will flees, only to see his girlfriend, Abigayle, vanish before his eyes when she comes into contact with this remarkable watch. He now finds himself alone in an unfamiliar city, wanted for a murder he didn't commit and the prime suspect in a woman's disappearance.

The Luxury Watch Podcast - Exquisite Timepieces - We cover new releases from luxury watch brands like Omega, Grand Seiko, Hublot, Seiko, Ball Watches, Breguet, Blancpain, Oris, Longines, H Moser, Rolex, Patek Phillipe, Audemars Piguet, Richard Mille, IWC, FP Journe, Breitling, Cartier and more!

The oldest surviving graffiti on a cave wall immortalizing an intimate bond in the third century BCE; charred seeds and chewed animal bones that provide evidence of a peoples' food obsessions; sculptures that reveal facets of the human-animal relationship. In Time Pieces, award-winning historian Nayanjot Lahiri sifts through clues left behind by the early inhabitants of the Indian subcontinent - in plaques and inscriptions, fragments of jewellery, bones and tools, poetry, art and pottery - to reveal to us our ancient land in all its variety, splendour and contradictions.

Are you wearing a watch that quietly drains your luck instead of strengthening your confidence? Have you ever wondered why certain people seem to attract success, timing, and opportunities effortlessly? What if the right timepiece could sharpen your decisions, improve focus, and align you with wealth-building momentum? Most people choose a wrist watch based on brand, price, or fashion. Yet every object you wear daily becomes part of your psychological and energetic environment. The device that sits on your wrist all day does more than show time — it influences perception, discipline, ...

A new global collection of science fiction tales on the subject of time travel. Stories include 'No Time Like the Present', 'Last Train Home', 'Combination Lock', 'Firstborn Killer' and nineteen more. Some are lighthearted reading, others more serious, even controversial. Assembled and edited by the award-winning staff of Adventure Books of Seattle, who put out a special call for submissions to authors worldwide. If you are a time travel fan, this is the ultimate trip.

It's time. Fame is a fickle friend...After the world discovers that the infamous Simon Kerrigan is alive, public opinion of Rae and her friends begins to shift. While most people remain fiercely loyal, there are many who call for justice. There are even more who call for blood. Caught in the volatile beginnings of a civil war, Rae struggles to keep the peace. But there's a battle brewing on the home front as well. As the reunited Kerrigan family gears up for the trial of the century, they all find themselves asking the same question: Can you ever really escape the past?

When the town clock strikes late, Virginia Hale hears more than a mistake. She hears a thief’s timing. A string of precision thefts threatens the regatta that keeps a New England harbor alive. Virginia, a gifted clockmaker, wants only one thing: the truth set right. Marcus Rowan, a by the book Pinkerton, wants a clean case that won’t rattle donors or headlines. Neither wants a partner. Both need one. Scratches on brass hide a cipher. Velvet smudges dim the lighthouse beam. Buoy weights carry stolen parts. As Virginia and Marcus follow the trail from shop benches to storm lit cliffs, ...

Dr. Curtis Varnell is a long time educator and historian. With numerous books already to his name about rural Arkansas and folklore, Dr. Varnell began writing weekly segments for local newspapers that talked about everything from cotton farms to unsolved murders. These are his stories, as written by him, with a creative perspective that is the signature of his work.

Welcome to "Timepiece Talk," the ultimate podcast for enthusiasts and collectors of luxury clocks and watches. Join hosts Talha and Ubaid as they delve into the fascinating world of horology, exploring iconic timepieces, sharing expert insights, and discussing the latest trends in the industry. Whether you're a seasoned collector or simply appreciate fine craftsmanship, "Timepiece Talk" offers engaging discussions and valuable information to enrich your passion for high-end timekeeping.