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In these six exciting stories, Branwell, the Bronte boy who ruled an imaginary childhood world, has failed as poet and painter and slips down the road of drink and despair; passionate Alice, searching for a man she can love as she once loved her father, ignores the desperate struggle of her daughter Maudie to make a life of her own; idealistic Mr Berry, trapped in a dead-end job in a failing boys' school, discovers the secret of an illiterate 11-year old, and is forced to re-examine his own life; John Poulson, corrupt Yorkshire architect imprisoned for bribing his way to success, determines to write a book to clear his name and identify the guilty men; simple-minded Mel recalls his best pal Adrian, killed in an accident, but fails to grasp the relationship between Adrian and his own wife Beatrice; and 50 years ago in Dallas, John F Kennedy narrowly escapes an assassin's bullet - and goes on to change the course of history.
Suspended from her job as a promising police officer for firing "one bullet too many", Anne Capestan is expecting the worst when she is summoned to H.Q. to learn her fate. Instead, she is surprised to be told that she is to head up a new police squad, working on solving old cold cases. Though relieved to still have a job, Capestan is not overjoyed by the prospect of her new role. Even less so when she meets her new team: a crowd of misfits, troublemakers and problem cases, none of whom are fit for purpose and yet none of whom can be fired. But from this inauspicious start, investigating the cold cases throws up a number a number of strange mysteries for Capestan and her team: was the old lady murdered seven years ago really just the victim of a botched robbery? Who was behind the dead sailor discovered in the Seine with three gunshot wounds? And why does there seem to be a curious link with a ferry that was shipwrecked off the Florida coast many years previously? Translated from the French by Sam Gordon
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G. A. Henty's 'A Soldier's Daughter, and Other Stories' is a collection of tales that paint a vivid picture of life in the 19th century. Through engaging storytelling and rich historical detail, Henty transports readers to diverse settings, from battlefields to manors, showcasing the complexities of societal norms and personal values. The book's literary style is characterized by a mix of adventure, romance, and moral lessons, making it a captivating read for both young adults and seasoned readers alike. Henty's ability to intertwine history with fiction creates a compelling narrative that educates as much as it entertains. 'A Soldier's Daughter, and Other Stories' is a valuable addition to the historical fiction genre, offering readers a glimpse into a bygone era through the eyes of well-developed characters and intricate plotlines. The author's meticulous research and passion for storytelling shine through in this collection, making it a must-read for anyone interested in history, adventure, and moral dilemmas.
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