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Mr Hammond and the Poetic Apprentice begins in the summer of 1814. Thomas Hammond, an apothecary surgeon near London, dreams of his son Edward becoming a great surgeon. However, his apprentice John Keats, an orphan, is seen as a daydreamer and a disappointment. Despite their differences, Thomas begins to appreciate John's compassionate approach to patients. But just as John is about to qualify as a surgeon, he unexpectedly abandons medicine for poetry. Thomas is devastated and must confront his own mistakes. Can he learn valuable lessons from John before it's too late? If you were forced to study British literature at all, you know Keats. But have you ever wondered what his life was like before he trained at Guy's Hospital? This book is beautifully written and delivered so much more than I was expecting. At a time when consumption reigned, apothecaries could do nothing more than simply ease the symptoms of illness. A marvellous example of historical fiction, little facts a

The Woman in Carriage 3  is a nail-biting psychological thriller that will keep you teetering on the edge of your seat. An ordinary journey. A shocking secret. And the perfect murder… Board the 18:53 train and enter a world of suspense as Hattie's monotonous routine takes a dark turn when she becomes an unwitting participant in a gripping tale of deceit. Oblivious to the secrets that her fellow passengers carry, Hattie quietly watches until a sudden death shatters their unspoken rule of silence and thrusts her into a tangled web of mystery. With her own life in peril and no one to trust, Hattie must seek to uncover the truth hidden in plain sight. Ever wonder what it's like to commute in London? Well, if you like drama and WhatsApp groups, this is the perfect quintessentially British read for you! I actually listened to this audiobook during my daily commute, and it had me obsessed from the very first chapter. It's a tad predictable but definitely doesn't disappoint, wr

A young Pakistani woman is the victim of an  unthinkable act of vengeance, when she defies tradition … facing seemingly  insurmountable challenges and danger when she attempts to rebuild her life.  Multan, Pakistan. A conservative city where an unmarried woman over the age of twenty-five is considered a curse by her family. Ayesha is twenty-seven. Independent and happily single, she has evaded an arranged marriage because of her family’s reduced circumstances. When she catches the eye of powerful, wealthy Raza, it seems like the answer to her parents’ prayers. But Ayesha is in love with someone else, and when she refuses to give up on him, Raza resorts to unthinkable revenge... Ayesha travels to London to rebuild her life and there she meets Kamil, an emotionally damaged man who has demons of his own. They embark on a friendship that could mean salvation for both of them, but danger stalks Ayesha in London, too. With her life thrown into turmoil, she is forced to make a decision that c

Under the Lesser Moons is compelling story about one boy's struggle to stay alive against all odds. In a world abandoned by dragons, eleven-year-old Akrist has vivid dreams and believes it's all his fault. As the sole surviving eldest boy in his tribe, a shocking truth is revealed: the Daeson are sacrificed to win back the favour of the Guides. With the dual moons nearing eclipse, he must defy his cursed fate and escape into the savage wasteland before the moons touch.  Do you remember watching The NeverEnding Story and playing Skyrim? Allow me to explain. The main character immediately reminded me of Atreyu from the classic '80s film. If you ever played the Elder Scrolls video game, you might remember all of the amazing mods – one in particular included a chicken mount, IYKYK. I listened to this audiobook and was immediately smitten with the character development and world-building. It's one of those epic tales that violently envelops all of your senses, pulling you d