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Audiobooks Narrated by Jake Ruddle
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"I do not think Forres Manor is haunted. The ancestral Scottish home my ailing aunt manages is dark, solitary, and falling into ruin, but as a man of science I cannot support her notions that a ghostly woman dwells upstairs. My only aim is to give medical assistance to my aunt. But here, the vicious past melds into the present. Perhaps I'm running from ghosts too.
Read this Macbeth-inspired story if you like sleepwalking ghosts, unreliable characters, and gothic horror."
"The Tanyuin Academy is legendary.
Against all odds, Firian Kess is accepted into the Academy, where he discovers the power of the Unreal—a waking dreamscape where Tanyu meet to fight. Right away, Firian sets his sights on becoming the best Tanyuin warrior in history.
When Kiria, royal heir to the throne, gets injured in an attack, the Academy sends Firian to be her protector. Her earnest spirit and magical beauty draw him in, but she doesn’t trust his advances. To be a good ruler, she must sacrifice her own desires.
As they battle mutual attraction, they learn they’re mere pawns in a greater game of power. Loyalties and strength will be tested to the limit. How far are they willing to go to protect what they love? And could that mean becoming each other’s enemy?
Immerse yourself in the world of the Tanyuin Academy, full of twists, action, bad decisions, found family, and hope against the odds. This omnibus audio edition includes all three books in the complete Tanyuin Academy series: Firian Rising, Into the Unreal, and Kingdoms on Fire."
"Michael Holland is a grim reaper working the worst beat in the worst town. Michael’s best friend is a pot-smoking tooth fairy, his boss is the angel of death, his psychiatrist can read his mind, and he counts bogeymen, demons, and clones as his acquaintances.
His nine-to-five is a succession of stupidity, clearing up the remains of the latest Darwin Award winner or dealing with the detritus of some apocalyptic clerical error, and it only seems to be getting worse. Michael is as equally disillusioned with death as he was with life, but at least life made more sense.
In Forever After, Michael starts to question whether his immortality is really worth having. He sees clueless souls cross over every day, and battling confused succubi, tormented psychopaths, evil henchmen, and even a demon who thinks he’s Santa Claus is getting boring. Is there something more exciting for this grim reaper to do in this sad little town? This darkly humorous novel is set in a fantasy world that exists parallel to ours—a world where anything is possible, very little makes sense, and nothing is as it seems."
"Cursed Britain unveils the enduring power of witchcraft, curses, and black magic in modern times. Few topics are so secretive or controversial. Yet, whether in the 1800s or the early 2000s, when disasters struck or personal misfortunes mounted, many Britons found themselves believing in things they had previously dismissed—dark supernatural forces.
Historian Thomas Waters here explores the lives of cursed or bewitched people, along with the witches and witch-busters who helped and harmed them. Waters takes us on a fascinating journey from Scottish islands to the folklore-rich West Country, from the immense territories of the British Empire to metropolitan London. We learn why magic caters to deep-seated human needs but see how it can also be abused and discover how witchcraft survives by evolving and changing. Along the way, we examine an array of remarkable beliefs and rituals, from traditional folk magic to diverse spiritualities originating in Africa and Asia.
This is a tale of cynical quacks and sincere magical healers, depressed people and furious vigilantes, innocent victims and rogues who claimed to possess evil abilities. Their spellbinding stories raise important questions about the state's role in regulating radical spiritualities, the fragility of secularism, and the true nature of magic."
"Confirmed wallflower Penelope Essex has every intention of tending her brother's library for the rest of her days. But first, she must survive the Monsters Ball.
Held at a remote gothic estate, the three-day ball is rife with monstrous nobles all determined to claim a mate. They'll do whatever it takes to seduce her into hidden corners, to tempt her into signing a marriage contract. Escaping with her spinsterhood intact seems impossible, until she spots her childhood crush: the now monstrous Duke of Roth.
Lord William Warwick is normally as cool as the cold fire covering his body. When he became a frost-flame demon, he swore he'd never take a mate. Yet when he sees Penny Essex struggling to resist three monstrous nobles, he rushes to her side and pretends to be her fiancé.
A fake betrothal is the perfect cover. Except the longer they're together, the more she wants his fire to claim her. But will her duke treasure her heart and her beloved books, or will their passion send them both up in flames?
Contains mature themes."
"A gripping true story of wartime espionage.
Dundee, 1937. When housewife Mary Curran became suspicious of hairdresser Jessie Jordan's frequent trips to Nazi Germany, she had no idea that she was about to be drawn into an international web of espionage. Thanks to a tip off from Mary, MI5 and the FBI launched major spy hunts on both sides of the Atlantic.
This is the true story of a decade-long series of Nazi espionage plots in Britain, Europe, and the United States. It shows how a Nazi spy's letter, posted in New York and intercepted in Scotland, broke spy rings across Europe and North America. And it reveals, for the first time, how that letter marked the genesis of an intelligence and security alliance that today includes the United States, the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand."
"Illusionist turned sleuth Joseph Spector investigates a sinister conundrum at a 1930s theatre in this thrilling mystery audiobook from Tom Mead, author of Death and the Conjuror, one of Publishers Weekly's Mysteries of the Year 2022.
When Edmund Ibbs, a young lawyer, defends a woman accused of shooting her husband dead, he finds himself drawn into a web of conspiracy and murder.
Soon, Ibbs himself is accused of complicity in a killing, when a corpse unexpectedly appears as part of a magic act in a crowded theatre.
Also present is Joseph Spector, former illusionist turned highly respected amateur sleuth. Spector begins to investigate the mystery, but when a second body is discovered later the same night, all the evidence points to Ibbs being guilty.
With a host of hangers-on having something to hide, can Spector find the true culprit, or will he and Inspector Flint of Scotland Yard conclude that Ibbs is guilty after all?
Reviews for Tom Mead's Joseph Spector series: 'An intricate 'impossible' crime that completely fooled me.' PETER LOVESEY
'A sharply drawn period piece with memorable characters.' NEW YORK TIMES
'Mead's debut is a novel to intrigue and delight.' JOHN CONNOLLY
'A true delight for mystery lovers!' CHARLES TODD
'A witty reconstruction of the classic locked room mystery, Tom Mead's debut is a sheer delight.' MAXIM JAKUBOWSKI
'Mead maintains suspense throughout, creating a creepy atmosphere en route to satisfying reveals.' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
'A real treat for mystery fans.' RAGNAR JÓNASSON
'A fiendishly clever puzzle wrapped in a beautiful, dark atmospheric story.' VICTORIA DOWD"
"Set in 1920s Europe, this poignant dark academia novel sheds new light on Shakespeare’s masterpiece, finally allowing Laertes to tell his side of the story.
Laertes Belleforest lives two lives: a wild, passionate one with his best friends studying Classics in Paris, and a stifling existence in the Danish court where the mercurial prince Hamlet constantly overshadows him.
Now in his last year at university, Laertes must decide the kind of man he will become. But who is he, apart from the huge personalities that surround him and the secret guilt that haunts him?
When tragedy rocks Denmark, Laertes’ questions are forced into focus. Like a Greek play, his story hurtles through love and wine, ghosts and revenge, toward inevitable catastrophe.
Perfect for fans of If We Were Villains"
"A breathtaking new, medieval thriller in the tradition of The Name of the Rose and Game of Thrones by acclaimed historian Stephen O'Shea.
The year is 1242. Dominican inquisitors are traveling in France, persecuting and torturing suspected heretics. But then someone starts killing the Inquisitors . . . and whoever it is must be stopped before the fanatical Dominicans wreak their brutal revenge, provoking the people to rise in revolt against the French Crown for allowing the bloodshed. So the Crown sends Balian of Mallorca, a notorious alchemist/physician/polyglot who many believe to be a sorcerer, to Languedoc to solve the perplexing mystery. Along the way, Balian gains an unlikely partner in his investigations, a possibly clairvoyant noblewoman who disguises herself as a man . . . and they are plunged into a violent conspiracy of betrayal, deception, greed, and lust that could cost them their lives . . . and spark a massacre."
"The man she trusted has been keeping a secret . . . A novel of psychological suspense spanning from England to coastal France by the author of Blame.
Rowan’s days of being the other woman and waiting patiently for Alex are almost over. He’s left his wife, and Rowan is finally within touching distance of her happy ever after.
When Alex is involved in a terrible accident, she rushes to him, fearing the worst. But as facts begin to emerge that cast doubt on the accident and the true nature of Alex’s first marriage, Rowan is left devastated. And little does she know that a bigger shock is yet to come. Members of the criminal underworld are conspiring, and Rowan’s family is in grave danger . . ."
"Brace yourself for the jaw-dropping finale of the Tanyuin Academy series, full of twists, action, and a heart-wrenching last stand.
Kiria Arioc and Firian Kess are enemies.
At least as far as Kiria's concerned. Ever since Firian's Tanyuin troops ravaged the beautiful city of Brithnem, she's been on the run, struggling with her new role as leader of a ragtag band, and tumultuous emotions over her former love. Will her resistance be enough to take back the Kingdom?
Firian has a target on his back too. The man he trusted as his mentor now plays a deadly game with all their lives. Guilt-ridden and stripped of everything he cares about, Firian fears that even stopping Master Belik won't be enough to atone for his violent sins. But, as one of the most dangerous people in the world, he has to try.
Kingdoms are burning. For the ones they love, Firian and Kiria will give everything to make things right, even if it costs them their lives.
Be brave. Be dangerous. It's time to fight for the future."
"A tale of friendship, acceptance, and second chances . . .
Hugo Hayes has it all; the voice, the money, the looks. Adored by fans all over the world, there's nothing more he could ever wish for. Or so it appears. But no one sees what happens off stage. Nobody knows where he came from, what he goes through, where he's heading . . .
Except the girl he left behind. She'll know. She always did.
Helen Jenkins is starting over. Back on the diet and heading for a career change, it's time to stop wallowing in the past and give up missing the best friend who traded her in for fame and glory eight years ago. Harder than it sounds when his image and voice seem to follow her wherever she goes . . .
Harder still when he appears at her front door one rainy spring night.
Hugo is falling. After all these years, will Helen still be prepared to catch him before the inevitable crash? Or has he lost the only home he's ever known, forever?
Contains mature themes."
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