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Cassie Woods's latest feature story has made her one of the most talked about reporters in the male-dominated world of journalism in early 1880s New York City. Her editor brings her a new investigation: corruption within the police department, perfect for her, he says, because of her relationship with Detective O'Neill.

Rob didn’t plan to survive alone. The world didn’t give him a choice. When everything goes wrong, Rob and Gator are cut off from the rest of the group, injured, hunted, and forced to keep moving through hostile territory. With supplies dwindling and no clear path back, survival becomes a...

I'd always been the black sheep of the O'Shea family, living life unfazed and unbothered. Then one day, a girl walked into a bar, we clicked, and lived happily ever after... Wait. Let's rewind. One day, Rosie Woods, the town's resident pocket rocket, walked into my family's bar and turned my world upside down. Then she disappeared, and I went back to my military unit... Three years later, she struts her sweet ass back into town, and our spark is even more explosive. We reconnect over shared memories and heated attraction, but it doesn't take long for life to start flinging curveballs.

Broken Heart stands alongside ‘Tis Pity Shes a Whore as one of Fords most celebrated dramas. Set against the turbulent backdrop of Sparta, this tragedy unravels the complications of love and marriage. Penthea yearns to marry Orgilus, but her brother Ithocles intervenes, prohibiting their union and forcing her into a marriage with the abusive yet affluent Bassanes. As Ithocles grapples with the repercussions of his actions, he attempts to mend the situation by arranging a marriage between Orgilus and his sister, Euphrania. Meanwhile, Ithocles himself is drawn to the beautiful princess of ...

A place for me to yap, because it's in my nature. Her Nature is a raw, honest mix of stories, reflections, and real-life tools for women who do it all. It’s a no bullshit conversation you’d have with a friend over a long voice note or on the trail. Mixing ambition with a little breathing room, we discuss honoring both your dreams and your needs without ditching your hot girl energy. Growth, cycles, health, and happiness- making it work your way, because it’s in your nature.

Set in the turbulent era just before and during the Great War, Some Do Not... delves into the dark depths of social cruelty within the English upper class. This gripping tale contrasts genuine honor with shameless duplicity, thrusting its central characters into extreme psychological turmoil that echoes the unspeakable physical horrors of the battlefield. The narrative follows the complex lives of Christopher Tietjens, a brilliant yet impossibly principled man; his frosty wife Sylvia; and Valentine Wannop, a passionate and educated young woman who is Christophers equal in both intellect and ...

First published in 1925, No More Parades received high praise from critics, with The Observer declaring the initial 100 pages to easily surpass in truth, brilliance, and subtlety everything else that has yet been written in England about the physical circumstances and moral atmosphere of the war. As the second novel in the Parades End tetralogy, it follows army captain Christopher Tietjens—a former civil servant and statistician—alongside his beautiful yet cruel wife Sylvia, and his jealous and tempestuous godfather, General Campion. Set in the tumultuous backdrop of Rouen, France in 1917,...

In this gripping tale, Mother Elizabeth Sawyer stands as a symbol of societal injustice—a poor, lonely old woman shunned by her community. Frank, a struggling farmer, is torn between his love for the pregnant Winnifred and the pressures of marrying Susan, the wealthy daughter of a yeoman. Young Cuddy Banks, a hapless clown, yearns for a love that remains unreturned. When Mother Sawyer is wrongfully accused of witchcraft, she turns to dark magic, summoning a talking devil-dog named Tom, her only ally in a world that has forsaken her. As she seeks revenge, she discovers that many around her ...

In the final installment of Ford Madox Fords Parades End tetralogy, Last Post invites readers into a poignant and elegiac narrative. Set against the backdrop of rural England years after the Great War, we find Christopher Tietjens and his partner Valentine Wannop navigating the complexities of their lives as they await the arrival of a child. Meanwhile, Christophers older brother lies incapacitated, and the specter of his fiery wife Sylvia looms, threatening to disrupt their fragile peace. Fords storytelling demands engagement and patience as it weaves between different times and perspectives,...

Quiet Fenwood-On-Sea is the perfect place for an heiress with secrets to hide. Or a killer. Beautiful heiress Meredith Thatch married for love, and scandalized her community in the process. But her neighbors don't know the half of it. These days, she and spouse Alec keep a low profile, managing her hospital for recovering soldiers and invalids — and growing the finest roses in the county. But when the most despised landowner in the area winds up dead shortly after feuding with the hospital, the finger of suspicion turns on the couple. And that's only the first murder.

First published in 1915, *The Good Soldier* can be described as a melodrama of English upper-class infidelities, intricately pieced together and retold in a non-linear fashion by a narrator who sometimes seems half-asleep. While this perspective holds some truth, many readers have recognized the novels enchanting voice, pioneering narrative style, and sharp portrayal of erotic repression as the hallmarks of a literary masterpiece. In 2015, the BBC ranked *The Good Soldier* 13th on its list of the 100 greatest British novels. (Summary by Peter Dann)

When a train accident catapults Mr. Sorrell back to the enchanting Middle Ages, he is mistaken for a miraculous Greek slave. As he navigates the customs and intricacies of this bygone era, he finds himself not only adapting but also falling deeply in love. The more he embraces this new life, the more he questions his desire to return to the present. Will he choose to stay in the past where his heart truly belongs? Summary by Scarbo

In this gripping first installment of a trilogy by Conrad and Ford, an anonymous narrator teeters on the edge of exposure amidst a devastating breach of fiduciary trust and a looming financial scandal. As he pours his heart out in a series of poignant letters to his beloved, he grapples with despair and contemplates the unthinkable—suicide.

In a world where blood is power, the Velathrin—an ancient and feared fae species—rule the enigmatic Sangral Court. Elliott Veydris, the King of Sangral, bears the weight of his ancestors’ legacy while navigating treacherous alliances and deadly rivalries. When a hidden threat emerges, forcing him to confront both his past and the dangerous politics of Eryndralis, Elliott must decide how far he is willing to go to protect his people.

Part memoir, part recovery guide, Darrin Ford weaves his professional experience as a therapist of 19 years with personal lessons gained as an addict in recovery. His journey has resulted in a mindfulness practice that benefits all those who believe they have been left fundamentally broken because they are addicts. This book helps the addict gain a compassionate awareness that they are not "broken".

The Healthy and High Performing podcast helps entrepreneurs and executives unlock increasing access to their best selves, level-up their leadership, and scale productivity and profitability — WHILE restoring energy and vitality to their work and life. In just 20 minutes, we help you create more clarity, align action, and accelerate results.

Welcome to "Just One Man's Opinion" – where we take a slightly sideways look at the world of politics and culture, Our aim is to provide a sensible view into the world on the non-sensical. Or rather, a non-sensical view into what SHOULD be sensible!

In the gripping second installment of Fords Fifth Queen trilogy, we delve deeper into the tumultuous life of Katharine Howard, the fifth wife of Henry VIII. As the king becomes increasingly enamored with Katharine, she finds herself caught in a web of political intrigue. Although married to Anne of Cleves, Katharine struggles with her own conscience, unwilling to be the catalyst for a devastating divorce. Meanwhile, the cunning Lord Privy Seal, Thomas Cromwell, plots to manipulate Katharine for his own ambitions, setting the stage for a riveting tale of love, loyalty, and betrayal. (Summary by...

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of the Fifth Queen trilogy, a series of interconnected historical novels by renowned English author Ford Madox Ford. This trilogy includes The Fifth Queen; And How She Came to Court (1906), Privy Seal (1907), and The Fifth Queen Crowned (1908), which weave a richly fictionalized narrative of Katharine Howards tumultuous marriage to King Henry VIII. Discover the intrigue, passion, and drama that defined this tumultuous era. (Summary by Wikipedia)

In the gripping conclusion of Fords The Fifth Queen trilogy, we follow the tumultuous journey of Katharine Howard, now a queen but facing perilous challenges. As calumnious rumors swirl through the kings court, Katharines reputation and very life hang in the balance. Will she navigate the treacherous waters of royal intrigue and secure her place in history? (Summary by Scarbo) The Fifth Queen Privy Seal