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Growing up in Beverly Hills with two famous uncles - a cosmetics magnate and a well-connected mobster - eventually led Ilene Médecin to a romantic and glamorous life as the American First Lady of Nice and the French Riviera. "Arrested" follows Ilene through her marriage to Jacques Médecin, a Medici Count fondly known as "King Jacquou," who was the last scion of a century old political dynasty. Her unique experience is from the perspective of an...
2) Hightide
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This book is a biography about my unique and extraordinary life that most people couldn't even imagine, or even comprehend. I had the best childhood, spending my summers in a log cabin with my grandfather in remote Alaska (even being rescued by a coast guard helicopter). This fueled my unique connection to animals and nature. I married my high school sweetheart; we have known each other since we were five years old. We have two wonderful children...
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A childhood experience, from the 1940s post-war infant years to the raging 1950s. My mother told me that I had actually come into the world with a bang. It happened during one very early morning in 1943 when German bombers were flying overhead, and the spent rounds of anti-aircraft bullets were clattering on the tiled roof above her. Dad also said that he could hear bombs dropping somewhere between Edinburgh and Glasgow. So, it seems that I had come...
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A true story of hope, belief, failure, need and greed – one person's struggle with addiction and their road to redemption.
Have you ever wondered what it's like to live on the 'other side' or longed to change your life? In To Live a Life, the author offers an unflinching tale of experimenting with drugs and alcohol in pursuit of getting 'out there'… only to discover once immersed, there seems no way back.
This raw memoir leads readers on a...
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During World War Two, a young girl was seen around the Stoke Bishop area of Bristol riding her bike or a pony; climbing trees; building dens, playing with the 'gang' in Blaise Castle Woods, and a lot more besides! This seemingly carefree life had its darker side as the storm clouds of war thickened and broke overhead.
Riding Through the Storm recalls the author's life before, during and after the war. It is tinged with humour and remarkable occurrences...
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Get the Summary of Michael Finkel's The Art Thief in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession" recounts the astonishing tale of Stéphane Breitwieser, a notorious art thief, and his accomplice and girlfriend, Anne-Catherine Kleinklaus. Breitwieser, driven by a passion for beauty rather than financial gain, meticulously plans and executes the theft of...
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Journey into the tumultuous mind of a mother besieged by psychosis. Tasked with the immense love and responsibility of five children, she is caught in a relentless battle, yearning to shield them, yet grappling with scars from her past that hinder the very connections she desires. In a world clouded by diagnoses – Bipolar Disorder, psychotic illness, and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) – clarity becomes elusive.
Yet, amidst the chaos, she...
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It's the 1950s and mounting political unrest consumes Rwanda. With fading monarchy, intensifying colonial rule and whispers of rebellion, countless native families find age-old traditions under attack.
For Abel A. Nkunda's family, the shifting climate grows increasingly hostile. As powers vie for control around them, they face a painful choice: take flight to save all they cherish or stay to watch it burn.
Venturing into remote wilds in search of...
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In this compelling sequel to Anger Brought the Fire, the author continues her deeply personal journey through a life marked by trials and tribulations. Finding solace and purpose among horses and other 'two-legged' companions, she fills the emotional gaps left by those who failed to care.
More than just a survivor, she becomes a fierce advocate for the underdogs of the world, whether animal or human. This transformative story follows her as she navigates...
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The sixth book in the bestselling Confessions series.
What is life like for a female Undercover Cop?
Ash Cameron gives readers a behind-the-scenes look at life in the Police. Funny, moving and irreverent, you'll never look at a bobby the same way again...
What is life like for an Undercover Cop?
Ash Cameron joined the police in the 70s - think Life on Mars with added ladders in her tights.
From arresting East End gangsters, dealing out justice...
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In this memoir, Max Barnett shares his battle against Stage III C Cancer with humor and authenticity. His series of wishes for a "new normal" amidst cancer set the stage for this book, which is written in a sequence of shorts about Max, the people he knows, and his perspective of things in general.
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An icon of twentieth-century literature, Vladimir Nabokov was a novelist, poet, and playwright, whose personal life was a fascinating story in itself. This collection of more than four hundred letters chronicles the author's career, recording his struggles in the publishing world, the battles over Lolita, and his relationship with his wife, among other subjects, and gives a surprising look at the personality behind the creator of such classics as...
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In Methadone and a Mobile Phone, delve into the turbulent world of Melissa Jane, a woman ensnared by choices that lead her astray. As life's winding path becomes a treacherous terrain, Melissa grapples with the weight of addiction, an affliction that touches countless souls globally.
While many bear the scars of this battle, the decision to heal and rise is deeply personal. Melissa, tethered to methadone's deceptive solace, overlooks the commitment...
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Embarking on a life-altering decision on his wedding day, Andrew's journey is shadowed by a turbulent childhood due to his father's abandonment. Despite painful rejection, his mother and grandmother's unwavering love become his anchor. As life unfolds, he grapples with the fear of resembling his estranged father. Rejection's sting is just the beginning, leading to questions of whether Andrew deserves his fate. This authentic tale invites you to judge...
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Warning! This book is intended for mature readers. It contains scenes of graphic violence, graphic sex, drug and alcohol use, and foul language. (You know – the good stuff.) Reader discretion is advised (and reading this book is encouraged).
Meet Bill Bennett, a.k.a. Billy the Biker – a veteran, ex-con, ex-junkie, 1 percenter, two-time stroke and cancer survivor, and founder of a nonprofit that helps veterans in need. In Cheatin' the Reaper,...
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From the 1950's to early '70's, the Five Families of the Italian Mafia were known for their brutality and strong criminal activities in New York City. Although boasting thousands of members, most were low level thugs known as associates who carried out jobs, illegal in nature, for the capo or other members while maintaining their own rackets. Silvio Marino, until his death in 1996, was an associate in the Gambino crime family. Mere innuendo that he...
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In the highly anticipated sequel to her award-winning memoir, Daring to Date Again (She Writes Press, 2014), The Sweet Pain of Being Alive is the second in Ann Anderson Evans's memoir trilogy. It follows her heartbreaking journey as she seeks to uncover why her beloved husband killed himself. As her agonizing search deepens, her views on gender, sex, marriage, right, wrong, good, and bad start to shift.
"Ann Anderson Evans is a fearless, fierce,...
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Step into the remarkable journey of resilience and hope with Life After a Craniotomy Operation. Our brain, often compared to a computer perched atop our heads, serves as the epicentre of our existence, enabling us to navigate the complexities of modern life and its myriad highs and lows. However, when illness strikes, rendering simple tasks impossible, fear takes hold, and the words of a wise consultant resonate deeply: fright, flight, fight-an embodiment...
20) Life in Mexico
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Life in Mexico is a travel narrative written by Frances Erskine Inglis, who used the pen name Madame Calderón de la Barca. Originally published in 1843, the book offers a vivid and insightful portrayal of Mexico during the mid-19th century. Madame Calderón de la Barca, the Scottish-born wife of a Spanish diplomat, provides observations on Mexican society, culture, and politics.
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