She had done it again. With just the touch of her hand she had plunged me back four hundred years to witness her death.
NELL
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As he saw my body lying on the ground he began to sob. Long heart rendering sobs and I knew that at last he was truly mourning my death.
NELL
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In 1665, plague came to Eyam, sinking its claws into all who crossed its path. 'The Lord is punishing us for our sins', people cried, and prayed for forgiveness...'
A Boundary of Stones #HistFic#plague#quarantine
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She had done it again. With just the touch of her hand she had plunged me back four hundred years to witness her death.
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When Darkness Comes by John Anthony Miller, is a gripping historical thriller that has enthralled readers with its vivid portrayal of courage amid atrocity, earning widespread acclaim for its emotional depth and unflinching look at the human spirit during World War II. Set in Nazi-occupied Paris in 1942, the novel weaves together the fates of three resilient souls: Paul, a haunted banker reeling from the Gestapo's slaughter of his family; Rachel, a bold 16-year-old Jewish girl who defies danger to lead her kin in quiet rebellion; and Claire, a compassionate bookstore owner whose hidden network smuggles Jews to safety at great personal peril. As the city's shadows lengthen under occupation, their unlikely alliance forges bonds of sacrifice, forbidden romance, and unyielding resistance, forcing each to confront the darkness within and without while racing against the tide of impending doom.Readers have praised the novel's heart-pounding tension and richly drawn characters. A Goodreads reviewer enthused, “Wonderfully written and sure to keep any reader up into the wee hours of the morning to finish. I was almost disappointed when I got to the end. It was that good!” Another shared, “I loved this historical fiction set in France during WWII... one of the main characters, Rachel, does this not just to her boss but also to the French Police and the Nazi officers! (the epic scene is on page 122) And she’s only 16!” On Amazon, a fan raved, “I give When Darkness Comes 100 Stars!! Miller has crafted a story with a cast of soulful characters caught in a web of survival,” awarding it 5 stars. A UK reviewer added, “A great thriller set in the Second World War... well written, easy read with each chapter ending, leaves you wanting to continue to get to the end of the story.” X posts from @authorjamiller
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John Anthony Miller, an American author born in Philadelphia to English and Italian roots, has established himself as a virtuoso of historical fiction with his evocative WWII narratives. Driven by a passion for travel and global conflicts, he crafts tales of ordinary people battling extraordinary odds, as seen in acclaimed works like In Satan's Shadow, To Parts Unknown, and Honour the Dead. Reviewers laud his meticulous research and character-driven prose, with one noting, “John Anthony Miller has created a power force of a book in 'When Darkness Comes'—a wonderful story of sacrifice and honor.” Subplots of espionage and moral ambiguity deepen the emotional stakes, drawing from the coastal inspirations of his New Jersey home. Miller connects with readers via his vibrant X account (@authorjamiller
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“You kill people and eat babies, don’t you?”
I gave a bark of laughter. “I am not the monster you think I am.” I answered.
LUCIFER After the Fall
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No one could know the shock and pain of seeing another being slip into my body as my heart began beating. I just hovered there and watched it happen.
SWITCHED
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Give the Magic of Infinite Worlds with Every Book this Christmas! 🎄🌟
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Hoglets, Prickles & Primrose meet a witch!
But the witch isn’t scary, she’s lonely.
Can the hoglets help her make friends?
This is a great story for KS1. Shows acts of kindness and friendship.
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GENUINE DECEIT BY Joy York
Her grandmother is murdered. Now the killer is after her. But why? After uncovering valuable items that have been buried in her childhood home for decades, she is just beginning to understand the depth of her family’s deception.
Will she discover the truth before it’s to late?
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CRACKS IN THE GLASS
All she wanted was to be surrounded by love, for them to be a family. But life can be cruel and fate often plays dirty.
Cracks In The Glass - A Gripping Novel.
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Cassie’s river voyage is no ordinary cruise. Vanishings, animal totems, and hidden havens blur the line between magic and reality. Can she navigate these uncharted waters? #MagicalRealism@SusanSage
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Angelique was robbed of a chance of earthly life along with her two sisters in the realm of the #angels . She tells her story as she becomes guardian to her family and her soul mate.
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