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Join Englishman Dudley Thorpe on his captivating arrival in California, where the glimmering lights of a ball introduce him to the enchanting Nina Randolph. Sparks fly, but will Nina let her guard down? Despite her undeniable attraction to Dudley, she harbors a dark secret that could change everything. As Dudley navigates his feelings, he must also contend with the sinister presence of her cousin, Richard Clough. Who will stand by Nina in her time of need, and how will San Francisco society react to their unfolding drama? - Summary by Lynne Thompson

Step into a world where age and wisdom intertwine in Crystal Cup. The narrative kicks off with Mrs. Carteret’s grim proclamation “Old age will be served.” As a strong-willed and independent author, this writer has crafted numerous novels that often stir controversy, blending elements of Gothic romance with a rich backdrop of California, her beloved home state. This fictional tale spans 50 captivating chapters, inviting you to explore the complexities of life and the passage of time. Join April Reynolds as she brings this public domain classic to life.

Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton (1857-1946) was a prominent and prolific American author of novels, short stories, essays, and articles for magazines and newspapers on such issues as feminism, politics and war.

Enid Belfame: 42 years old, 22 of them as a married woman; eminently respectable; founder of The Friday Club; small town dignitary; a paragon of virtue. But does she have what it takes to commit murder? And will the young and handsome Dwight Rush benefit if she does?

A spine-chilling collection of creepy, unsettling and unnerving stories. 'If You See Her Face' by B. M. Croker. 'The Ghost at the Blue Dragon' by William J. Wintle. 'The Shadows' by Henry S. Whitehead. 'The Grey Cat' by Barry Pain. 'The Yellow Globe' by Alexander W. Drake. 'The Devil of the Marsh' by H. B. Marriott-Watson. 'The Spectre Spiders' by William J. Wintle. 'The Curious Vehicle' by Alexander W. Drake. 'Number Ninety' by B. M. Croker. 'The Black Cat' by William J. Wintle. 'The Permanent Stiletto' by W. C. Morrow. 'Passing of a God' by Henry S. Whitehead. 'The Chamber of Doom' by William J. Wintle. 'The White Cat' by Hugh Walpole. 'The Loosened Cord' by Alexander W. Drake. 'Mrs. Brassington-Claypott's Children's Party' by F. Anstey. 'The Inmate of the Dungeon' by W. C. Morrow. 'The Red Rosary' by William J. Wintle. 'Caveat Emptor' by F. Anstey. 'The Former Passengers' by B. M. Croker...and over 20 more unsettling tales.

Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton (1857-1946) was a prominent and prolific American author of novels, short stories, essays, and articles for magazines and newspapers. Her horror stories are particularly popular. 'The Striding Place' (1895) tells the story of a man who is searching for his best friend ,who's gone missing. The search takes him to a dangerous waterfall in the forest called The Strid, from which many have fallen and drowned. There he discovers something most terrifying and surreal.

In What Dreams May Come, Harold Dartmouth and Weir Penrhyn experience an instant connection that feels both exhilarating and inexplicable. Their blissful romance takes a mysterious turn when they discover their eerily similar dreams, unveiling a shocking truth behind their magnetic attraction. Will their love withstand the revelation? Join them on this enchanting journey of self-discovery and fate. (Summary by Nicole J. LeBoeuf)

Price Ruyler has been sent to San Francisco from New York to salvage the family business after the 1906 earthquake. His success makes him one of the city's most eligible bachelors but he resists the machinations of the local girls (and their mothers). Then he meets the beautiful and captivating Helene. He proposes within a week. Into the fourth year of their marriage, he realizes something has changed. He still loves his wife and he believes she loves him but he begins to wonder about her mysterious past and questions whether family secrets were buried in the rubble left by the earthquake.

The semi-invalid Mrs. Moulton and her long-suffering husband are touring Europe with their two adult daughters, Jane and Lydia. They have firm ideas of what is proper and decorous. Mr. Moulton's young relative, Catalina, does not fit this ideal. Her dress is too short. She mixes with the natives. She wants to visit Spain... not, in itself, a problem; except she proposes to travel in a third class compartment on the train! Funds will not stretch to any other class, and if the Moultons refuse to accompany her, she proposes to walk.

Savage bears, a river rescue, capture by Indians, escape on wild mustangs and a revolutionary battle await the protagonists of this suspenseful adventure novel, set in California.

We are introduced to Englishman Dudley Thorpe on the evening of his arrival in California. At a ball, he is introduced to several belles, including the lovely Nina Randolph. Is this the start of something special? Dudley thinks so, but what about Nina? Why won't she open herself up to love? She is obviously attracted to Dudley.

She had been a gay and irresponsible young creature when he married her, so much so that he had found it expedient to put her on an allowance and ask her not to run up staggering bills in the fashionable shops; which she visited daily, as much for the pleasure of the informal encounter with other lively and irresponsible young luminaries of San Francisco society as for the excitement of buying what she did not want.

Enid Balfame: 42 years old, 22 of them as a married woman; eminently respectable; founder of The Friday Club; small-town dignitary; a paragon of virtue. But does she have what it takes to commit murder? And will the young and handsome Dwight Rush benefit if she does?

Mary Wilkins Freeman's "The Southwest Chamber" and "Shadows on the Wall", Gertrude Atherton's "The Bell in the Fog", Charlotte Gilman's "The Yellow Wallpaper", Kate Chopin's "Her Letters", and Madalene Yale Wynne's "The Little Room" comprise this eerie collection.

Gertrude Atherton was a gothic novelist and short story writer. A protégée of Ambrose Bierce, his influence can be seen in many of her stories, which often have overt references to the supernatural. In "Death and the Woman," a woman sits all alone in grief at her dying husband's side, waiting for Death to claim him. In the creepy, desolate surroundings, her imagination begins to get the best of her - but is it only her imagination?

When a child is born, the mysteries of temperament and character unfold before us. The eternal debate of nature versus nurture, heredity versus circumstance, remains unsolved. Yet, there are rare moments when the stars align to create an extraordinary individual—one destined to change the world. Such is the tale of Rudolf von Hapsburg, a man ahead of his time, brought to life in this captivating fictionalized historical narrative. - Summary by Lynne T.

Dive into the world of Enid Belfame a 42-year-old paragon of virtue, dignitary of a small town, and the founder of The Friday Club. Having spent half her life as a married woman, she is the epitome of respectability. But beneath this facade, could she be capable of murder? And if so, will Dwight Rush, a handsome young man, stand to gain from it? Join us as we unravel the mystery in this fascinating narrative.

Transplanted from New York to save his familys business in the aftermath of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, Price Ruyler quickly ascends to the top of the citys bachelor list. Yet, he remains immune to the local girls advances and their mothers schemes. That is, until he encounters the enchanting Helene, leading to a whirlwind proposal within just a week. As they journey into their fourth year of marriage, Prices love for Helene remains steadfast. However, he begins to sense a shift, sparking questions about her enigmatic past and whether any family secrets were lost in the earthquakes ...

From bear attacks to daring escapes, Valiant Runaways follows young heroes through frontier-era California as they brave wilderness dangers and seek freedom in this fast-paced historical adventure.

Rezanov is a historical novel based on the real-life story of Nikolai Rezanov, a Russian statesman who sought to expand the empire’s influence in Alaska and California. Combining political ambition with a tragic romance, this novel brings to life a fascinating moment in history, where love and destiny collide with imperial aspirations.