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What if you were running for your life, and the only person you could trust to help was the last person you wanted to call? VESSEL by John Bowen

Today’s Thriller of The Day:

Vessel

by John Bowen
4.4 stars – 379 reviews
Everyday Price: $4.99
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Forget all you know.
History’s biggest secret was hidden behind legends and lies…

An Amazon US/UK Kindle Store Top 50 Bestseller from the author of Where the Dead Walk, Death Stalks Kettle Street and Crow’s Cottage.

#1 in Historical Thrillers – #1 in Conspiracy Thrillers – #1 in Action & Adventure – #1 in Historical Mysteries – #1 in Technothrillers

On the run, carrying a secret her pursuers won’t think twice about killing her to obtain, Holly Reilly turns to the only person who just might be able to keep her alive: her estranged husband, ex-special forces operative, Gabriel Reilly.

Caught between two deadly adversaries, Holly and Gabe are drawn into a centuries-old conflict poised to spill into the modern world, promising chaos and bloodshed.

A breathless blend of action and mystery, faith and fanaticism, Vessel exposes an unwritten history stretching back to the Crusades, medieval Europe and feudal Japan as it races to its final explosive conclusion.

What Amazon verified purchasers are saying –

– Heart stopping, thrilling & utterly fantastic.

-The historical elements feel authentic and well-researched, the contemporary parts are thrilling and credible. … cleverly crafted and sharply executed.

– Like a blockbuster action movie in paperback.

– A damned good tale. Lots of twists and turns crammed into both 24 hours and a thousand years. Excellent.

– I loved this story, the phrasing, the unrelenting pace, the scope…

– In a word – Brilliant! … Full of action, danger, a little history mixed with fantasy, and a beautiful love story.

– a wicked fast paced historical action thriller and so, so consuming.

– Lots of history in this book that made me review my knowledge of past ages. Killer ending!

– Terrific book … Absolute cliff hanger, in spots literally but throughout with twists and turns.

– an intelligently written, action packed thriller with historical details thrown in the mix.

– It has drama and danger. It has suspense and surprises. There’s a hint of romance, religious musings and a heap of revenge. Fighting, fear, family, friendship, feuds.

– action, suspense, and lots of thrills.

– By chapter two I was hooked. The book took an unexpected turn that covered the crusades and Templar Knights, from east to west, right to the current time. It was action packed right up to the end.

– nice injection of history, fantasy, love story … Very action-filled ending.

– I loved that the novel was fast paced from the very beginning, the characters were interesting, and there was even a bit of romance. The lead female is a strong, smart woman, not some boring ditzy girl (thank you).

– moves at a ripping pace and left this reader breathless at the denouement.

– I was too caught up in the historical intrigue and action scenes to consider the deeper meanings until it was all woven together at the end.

– one of those books that is so good you don’t know what to read next because it won’t measure up.

– Lots of intrigue and history. Read it in a single day.

– Un-put-downable! A brilliant, thrilling book which cleverly combines a wide array of genres: a thriller in nature with a subtle love story, interwoven with ethics, philosophy and an unpredictable plot, covering ancient and modern times. Highly recommend!

Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You: A Remix of the National Book Award-winning Stamped From The Beginning by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi

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Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You: A Remix of the National Book Award-winning Stamped from the Beginning

by Jason Reynolds
4.8 stars – 3,445 reviews
Everyday Price: $9.99
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The #1 New York Times bestseller and a USAToday bestseller!
A timely, crucial, and empowering exploration of racism–and antiracism–in America
This is NOT a history book.
This is a book about the here and now.
A book to help us better understand why we are where we are.
A book about race.The construct of race has always been used to gain and keep power, to create dynamics that separate and silence. This remarkable reimagining of Dr. Ibram X. Kendi’s National Book Award-winning Stamped from the Beginning reveals the history of racist ideas in America, and inspires hope for an antiracist future. It takes you on a race journey from then to now, shows you why we feel how we feel, and why the poison of racism lingers. It also proves that while racist ideas have always been easy to fabricate and distribute, they can also be discredited.Through a gripping, fast-paced, and energizing narrative written by beloved award-winner Jason Reynolds, this book shines a light on the many insidious forms of racist ideas–and on ways readers can identify and stamp out racist thoughts in their daily lives.
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Toro

by Andrew Avner
4.8 stars – 13 reviews
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“A charming and engaging fantasy with characters readers will love and a strong positive message.” –Kirkus Reviews

”Great messages for young people of love, acceptance, gender empowerment, honesty, friendship, and going after what one wants abound in Toro, Andrew Avner’s one-of-a-kind, animal-populated novel for middle readers.” –IndieReader Approved

A story that evokes beloved films such as ‘Babe’ and ‘Ratatouille’

Alicía Catalina Cortés is a fast and fiery Spanish cow who desperately wants to run with the bulls in Pamplona—but since she’s a cow, tradition forbids her to partake in the fiesta of San Fermín. Through her journey, Alicía learns that to be noble and brave, she must follow her dream and her heart, even if it means defying tradition.

Toro is set in the colorful backdrop of Pamplona, Spain during the fiesta of San Fermín and the running of the bulls, famed as one of the most exhilarating, dangerous, and spectacular events around the world.

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The Friday Edition (A Samantha Church Mystery, Book 1)

by Betta Ferrendelli
4.4 stars – 596 reviews
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Snow isn’t all that’s falling in Denver, Colorado on Christmas Eve.
A beautiful, young district attorney tumbles from her balcony to her death.
Police suspect suicide, but the DA’s sister, newspaper reporter Samantha Church, isn’t buying it.
Samantha discovers evidence linking her sister to a drug smuggling case and quickly learns she has stumbled onto a major news story. She must summon the courage to not only face a cartel of criminals, but her own fears and shortcomings when she is confronted by the inescapable specter of a far greater enemy—her addiction to alcohol. Samantha’s dependency has not only cost her job at a major metropolitan daily, but, worse, custody of her daughter, April.
Samantha pursues her sister’s killers, maneuvering through a minefield of intrigue deliberately set out to divert her from the truth. Despite being betrayed, physically beaten and facing the possibility of sharing her sister’s fate, Samantha refuses to stop her investigation. However, when the killers threaten to harm April, Samantha realizes that, for her daughter’s sake, she can no longer continue the investigation on her own. She knows she must swallow her pride and turn to her ex-husband and police detective, Jonathan Church, for help.
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Love at First Bite: Tales from a Veterinary Life

by Dr. Yair Ben Ziony
4.3 stars – 100 reviews
Lending: Enabled
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Four legged patients and Two legged masters
In this collection of stories from his life, Israeli veterinarian Dr. Yair Ben Ziony shares his fascinating experiences with animals that moo, bark, bay, and purr. Whether describing days in his private small-animal clinic, his travel in the newly independent state of Israel tending to farm animals, or his four years in pre-revolutionary Iran managing a dairy farm, Ben Ziony writes with precision, wit, and charm.

His sensitive eye reveals the beauty and nuance in every situation, as he evinces empathy not only for his four-legged patients but also for their two-legged masters, who often prove as intriguing and unpredictable as their charges. Each tale-be it amusing, sad, shocking, or simply strange–gives the reader fresh insight into the intricacies of the human-animal relationship.

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Better Together (A Cedarville Novel Book 4)

by Bree Kraemer
3.6 stars – 95 reviews
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When Ryan Ball took in his nephew after his brother and wife died in a tragic car accident, his life was turned upside down. He’d needed help and that help meant going to Cedarville, Ohio, a town that in only a few days had sucked him in and made him never want to leave. So on a whim, he packed up his apartment and became the town’s newest resident.

He swore to himself that moving had nothing to do with the sexy brunette that he’d had an instant attraction to the first time they’d met. Which was a total lie. If ever there was a reason to uproot your whole life, Addison Scott was in the top ten.

She drew him in with her smart mouth, gorgeous looks and big heart. Dating however, wasn’t in his comfort zone and he wasn’t sure how to navigate his new life while raising a child and falling for Addison.

One thing was for sure though, he wasn’t going to give up. Not when everything he wanted was within arms reach.

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After the Night (Romance for all Seasons Book 1)

by Sandra Marie
4.2 stars – 202 reviews
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She never thought she’d be the prince in the Cinderella story.

Cassidy Joanes met the man of her dreams during the annual Halloween office party. Only problem? He was wearing a mask, and she hasn’t a clue who he is—only that he can rock a Dread Pirate Roberts costume.

With only a few men in the office, she makes it her mission to find the man who swept her off her feet, only to be met with date after date of disappointment. And with a growing attraction to her boss, she’s not sure she can find her prince before she falls for someone else.

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Justified (Detective Madison Knight Series Book 2)

by Carolyn Arnold
4.1 stars – 173 reviews
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One murdered entrepreneur, and everyone’s a suspect.

“Outstanding plot, unique twists and turns, and the writing style is superb…I highly recommend for crime and mystery fans.” —Nancy Silk, Book Reviewer

Detective Madison Knight should have ignored her phone when it rang on Christmas Eve. Now she is spending the holiday dealing with her least favorite thing: a bloody murder scene.

The victim, Claire Reeves, was a successful entrepreneur and had it all—sex appeal, intelligence, and money—but it seems that one of those things may have caught up with her. Now, Madison and her partner are digging through the victim’s personal life, but the more they dig, the more people they find who had motive to kill her. It’s certainly a case of too many suspects, too little time, but Madison is determined to find Claire’s killer and make sure justice is served.

Justified is a fast-paced crime novel with twists and turns you’ll never see coming. Perfect for fans of the police procedural genre. Uncover clues, follow leads, and catch a killer like thousands of readers have done before you. Buy this international bestselling book today and join the investigation!

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The laugh out loud romantic comedy that everyone’s raving about! Big Sexy Love by bestselling author Kirsty Greenwood

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Big Sexy Love: The laugh out loud romantic comedy that everyone’s raving about!

by Kirsty Greenwood
4.7 stars – 1,711 reviews
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“My whole body was shuddering with laughter and it wouldn’t stop!” The Writing Garnet

Olive Brewster is living a small, safe life. She’s happy enough with her job at the local market, it’s no big deal that she doesn’t have a boyfriend, she even likes that she still lives in her childhood home. No drama and no fuss means no problems! And that’s just how she likes it…

Except … Olive’s best friend in the world, Birdie, is dying.

Birdie has one final wish. She wants to track down her first love, her epic once in a lifetime love, her “Big Sexy Love”, Chuck. And because she’s stuck in the hospital she needs Olive’s help to do it. But there’s a teeny problem: Chuck is somewhere in New York and Olive has never even left her hometown, let alone roamed the crazy streets of Manhattan!

As if the big city isn’t scary enough, Olive has to contend with Seth, a cocky comedy TV writer who thinks she’s a joke; Anders, a bored socialite who’s taken a shine to her; and the fact that no matter how hard she tries to track down Chuck, he does not seem to want to be found.

Can Olive learn to overcome her fears, abandon her old safe routine and fulfil her best friend’s dying wish? It’s going to take extra bravery, one badass attitude and a whole lot of Big Sexy Love to make it happen …

Laugh, cry and feel amazing with this laugh out loud romance! It’s full of hysterical feel good moments, heart-stopping romance, a whole lot of sexual chemistry and one friendship you’ll never, ever forget! If you like feel good romance books by Sophie Kinsella or Meg Cabot, then you’ll LOVE this hilarious laugh-out-loud romantic comedy from bestselling romance author Kirsty Greenwood.

“My top read of the year so far” Bestselling author Cathy Bramley

“Quite simply, brilliant!” Victoria Loves Books

“I felt breathless reading it … Big Sexy Love is a beautiful, uplifting, inspiring, hilarious, sexy, gorgeously romantic book.” Cressida McLaughlin, author of the Primrose Terrace series

Liz Bennet refuses to let her name—or Jane Austen—define her. Pride, Prejudice, and Push-Up Bras (The Bennet Sisters Book 1) by Mary Strand

Kindle Nation Daily eBook of The Day

Pride, Prejudice, and Push-Up Bras (The Bennet Sisters Book 1)

by Mary Strand
4.4 stars – 64 reviews
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The Bennet Sisters: taking fate for a wild spin

In this modern collision with Pride and Prejudice, college freshman Liz Bennet refuses to let her name—or Jane Austen—define her. Even though she’s one of five teenage sisters named after the Bennet sisters in The Book, as Liz not-so-fondly calls it, she can’t afford to let her life parallel The Book in any way. Period. Liz has big plans for her future, and they don’t mesh with the life laid out for a fictional young woman 200 years ago.

When Charlie Bingham and Alex Darcy arrive in Liz’s Minnesota town, her whole world flips upside down. Her sister Jane starts acting like a lunatic with Charlie. Alex is tempting but also a jerk. Seeing too many uncanny connections to The Book, Liz is afraid she can’t win. Is this fate’s little joke on her modern Bennet family?

What’s a girl to do? Fight? Or … surrender?

Pride, Prejudice, and Push-Up Bras is the first book in the Bennet Sisters YA series. Independent Publisher listed it as being among the best Pride and Prejudice spinoffs in the past several years. Jane Austen’s Regency World magazine calls the lead character, Liz Bennet, “a true successor to her perspicacious namesake.”

“This is a delightful read. You don’t have to be a Jane Austen fan to love this contemporary adaption of Pride and Prejudice. Strand has done an excellent job of brining this two hundred year old story into modern times” 5 star review

Weaving the present with the past, the author brings us face-to-face with how slavery has continued to impact people on the Shore… Elizabeth’s Field: Of Freedom and Bondage on Harriet Tubman’s Eastern Shore by Barbara Lockhart

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Elizabeth’s Field: Of Freedom and Bondage on Harriet Tubman’s Eastern Shore

by Barbara Lockhart
4.5 stars – 2 reviews
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Winner, Silver Medal, IPPY AWARDS (Regional Fiction)

     Elizabeth’s Field captures the realities of pre-Civil War life on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and creates characters that struggle in extraordinary adversity. Lockhart traces the branches of several generations of black families, their histories merging, the memories of their grandparents’ miseries fading yet not forgotten. Her carefully limned descriptions of the land – the profusion of flora and the turning of the seasons – are masterful. Through fully rounded characters and lyrical prose, Lockhart’s novel teaches some hard lessons about man’s inhumanity to man.

     Kathryn Lang, former editor at Southern Methodist University Press

The characters in Elizabeth’s Field are clearly defined and the environment carefully re-created so that we feel we are indeed stepping into the past, actually viewing people behind the gauze curtains of long ago. Weaving the present with the past, Lockhart brings us face-to-face with how slavery has continued to impact people on the Shore. Elizabeth’s Field is a thoroughly readable work, thought-provoking and well-written.

     G. Ray Thompson, PhD, professor of history emeritus and former director, The Nabb Center, Salisbury University

     Elizabeth’s Field is the story of the free black population living on Maryland’s Eastern Shore in a county known for being the birthplace of Harriet Tubman. Elizabeth, a free woman of Indian and African-American descent, owns land in 1852 and loses it in 1857. Her struggle to hold onto the land and her connection with Sam Green, the local minister who is sentenced to ten years imprisonment for owning a copy of Uncle Tom’s Cabin, attest to the turmoil existing within Maryland’s borders.

Mattie, the present-day farm worker on whose oral history the novel is based, searches for answers to her genealogical history. As she tells the story of her life, she reveals the societal and agricultural changes that occurred on the same land that was Elizabeth’s field one hundred and fifty years before.

Roald Dahl’s Widow Says Charlie From ‘The Chocolate Factory’ Was Originally Black

From NPR: Charlie Bucket was originally written to be a “little black boy,” according to an interview with Felicity Dahl, the author’s widow… Support our news coverage by subscribing to our Kindle Nation Daily Digest. Joining is free right now!

Charlie Bucket, the hero of Roald Dahl‘s famous children’s book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, which also inspired two films and a British confectionery company, was originally written to be a “little black boy,” according to an interview with Felicity Dahl, the author’s widow.

She spoke earlier this week on BBC Radio 4’s Today program, alongside Roald Dahl biographer Donald Sturrock, who said it was the writer’s agent “who thought it was a bad idea” and had the author turn the protagonist white.

“People would ask why (Charlie was black),” Sturrock quoted the agent as saying.

The BBC interviewer followed up by suggesting a new rewrite of the book that would recast Charlie as a black child, to which Felicity Dahl responded, “it would be wonderful, wouldn’t it?”

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, in which a boy from an impoverished family in Britain finds the fifth and final ticket to win a tour of the factory run by eccentric chocolatier Willy Wonka, was just one of many wildly successful children’s classics written by Dahl that also inspired major motion pictures.

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