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Addiscombe Murderers 1749–2021
Addiscombe is a fairly quiet suburb of south London, although it has a history which is quite unique. Legend tells how Addiscombe was nothing more than a group of farms until 1808, when the East India Company bought the Addiscombe Estate from Henry Radcliffe for the princely sum of £15,500. “The Company”, once described as “the grandest society of merchants in the universe”, constructed a college on this land to train its officers before they were posted to all corners of the Orient. Although the college attempted to be self-sufficient, its presence did result in a minor influx of certain trades to service the cadets and their instructors. And so, the habitation of Addiscombe was born. However, it was not until the demise of “The Company” by its own hand and the subsequent closure of the college in 1861, plus the arrival of the railway in 1864, that Addiscombe began to bloom. The building of large “villas” on the site of the old college encouraged businessmen to move to what was then a rural environment and commute to the city of London. From that time onwards, Addiscombe has continued to fester into the urban sprawl that it is today.
These writings are an attempt to record the murders that have taken place within the area of Addiscombe and/or have been committed by residents of the same, between the middle of the eighteenth century and the end of the second decade of the current century. They have been gleaned mainly from newspaper articles and, in particular, from provincial organs which are more likely to be sympathetic to the local point of view rather than the often over-sensationalised reports found in columns of our national press. Wherever possible, the author has attempted to preserve the language, tone and grammar used by the original correspondents in a manner which reflects the attitudes and behaviour in use at the time the crime was committed.
After centuries of occupation by law-abiding citizens, today the streets of Addiscombe are home to the knife-wielding savages that typify the society to be found in twenty-first-century London suburbs.
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Charlie
You meet someone in your life, and then you feel as if your whole life turns upside down. And what are those elements which make you feel like you had a lightning going through your whole system. Sexual desire or something about their energy or the way they looked at you or just simply the look in their eyes? And then when is the time to stop before you are heading towards being burnt to ashes. Will this be revealed in this book?
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Pearced
Adultery, illegitimacy and loitering at stage doors, the Pearce men found time for more than just shipbuilding and politics. Meet seven women whose lives were changed by the Pearce men. Adelaide, a young woman who found herself in a relationship with an older, wealthier man and being whisked off from Glasgow to London to become his mistress. Elizabeth, a dancer from Austria who finds herself mother to two illegitimate children and whose life meets a tragic end. Gwendoline thinks she has control over the situation with her married lover but ends up with a lot less than she had bargained for.Maud was making a life for herself on the London stage before she fell in love with a young barrister, who was quick to turn his back on her when his fortune changed. Florrie was the illegitimate daughter of an actress and a violinist, who had little choice but to become an actress herself. Will her dashing, charming baronet give her the life that she desires? Carrie was on the stage by the age of five and, with siblings, became the darlings of Victorian London, but would life as an adult actor be as rewarding as that of a child one, or would Carrie find that a wealthy Baronet offered a better life?Finally, Lady Dinah Pearce, wife, and mother of two headstrong, flawed men. Could she rise above the failings of the men in her life, remain strong in her Christian beliefs, and have a fulfilling life? Discover not only the facts but also the fiction of these seven women as their lives are imagined by a twentieth century woman who wanted to give them a chance to tell their stories.
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Two Sides
There are two worlds, each filled with very different people and perspectives. Who is fortunate, and who is not? Is it Steve, who lives in a world where happiness is forbidden, or is it the rat, who comes from a place where only happiness exists?
It soon becomes clear that this apparent happiness isn’t genuine at all; it’s merely evil intentions in disguise. Yet, everyone is afraid to make a change or take the first step. The rat persuades Steve to join him in this seemingly ‘wonderful’ world. The boy agrees, hopeful that all his dreams will finally come true, and he will live the life he’s always wanted.
However, the path to true happiness is not an easy one. Steve, the rat, and their friends must find the courage to become true heroes, uncover the truth, and save everyone. Meanwhile, the Queen of this ‘wonderful’ world is determined to stop them at all costs. It’s uncertain who will survive and who will fall along the way.
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Palmetto Cay
To escape a loveless marriage to a senior government official, Faith flies to a home she owns on a secluded private island in the Caribbean. Desperately seeking to be alone, she quickly learns ‘alone’ proves in short supply, as at her door unexpectedly arrive old friends and dangerous strangers staying just a mile away up the cay. Over the next week Faith discovers she is the pivotal player in a life-and-death struggle of historic proportion, one she had no part in creating, indeed knew nothing of. She must use her wits to play for time until help arrives on the charter plane returning in a few days. Just out of sight, powerful forces operate to guide events, yet in no regard is Faith a hapless stander-by. Palmetto Cay is the crucible of the grand intrigue, and she, its catalyst.
The story speaks to inestimable wealth and limitless power, to corruption and trust, love, morality, truth, betrayal, deception and mistake. And nothing is as it seems. Absolutely nothing
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The Croaks
Dive into the enchanting world of The Croaks, where Freddy, a daring young frog, embarks on an unforgettable adventure beyond Croak Pond. With danger, humour and heartwarming friendships, this tale explores bravery, family bonds, and the magic of finding your way back home.
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Windi – the Super Vole
Veggi Vole is given super nature powers by mother nature’s helper, the Orb-weaver Spider. She changes Veggi the Vole into Windi the Super Vole!
Can he stop all the little vole children from being eaten by Stinky the Stoat or his friend Whiffi the Weasel.
Can he find the children?
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Atticus Fighter of Rome Series – Death Before Dishonour
The Parthian hordes led by their king Artabanus had invaded the outer reaches of the Roman empire, destroying several Roman outposts along Parthia’s border with Mesopotamia. The Parthian army had laid siege to the great Roman fort at Tadmor.
Atticus had joined the legions of Rome. He stood a mere inch short of seven feet head to toe, a pure warrior, barely a man at the age of 18. A mountain of muscle and strength second to none.
General Maximus of the Augusta Legions had witnessed, at first hand, the bravery and fighting skill of Atticus, and with the blessing of the Emperor, Augustus had installed Atticus into the Augusta Legion as first centurion of the first cohort of the Augusta Legion.
Artabanus had sent envoys to the two client kings of Mesopotamia, inviting them to join forces with him to destroy Rome, which was at its weakest. One of the kings had disguised himself as a merchant and went to Rome to see for himself. Spies and assassins hid amongst the civilian population and were often paid handsomely for their services by the king of Parthia. Atticus would soon be unleashed upon the Parthians. His quest to become Rome’s greatest warrior had begun.
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Mr. Johnson & The Ever Most Amusing Farm Stories Ever Told
Mr. Johnson notices one particular pig and casually tells Sammy, “Looks like she’s ready for auction.” Sammy’s heart sinks. “Please don’t take Gabby to the auction, she’s not that kind of pig!” But Mr. Johnson, unfazed, reminds Sammy to finish his chores and moves on to other farm duties.
Feeling the weight of his responsibilities, Sammy checks on his mischievous baby goat, Beckett, who’s been warned to stay out of his mother’s garden. As if keeping Gabby off the auction list wasn’t enough.
Later, Beckett meets Gabby, and as he leaves the pig pen, he calls out, “I’ll come visit you if you’re still around.” But as he walks away, he feels a pang of regret, noticing the worry on Gabby’s face. Unsure if he has upset her, Beckett decides to seek advice from Alexander the mouse.
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I Wish I'd Asked More Questions
Step into the life of an ordinary city girl and follow her journey through moments of revelation, unanswered questions, and unexpected turns. From the mysteries surrounding her birth, the possibility of adoption, and a second family she never fully understood, her early years were filled with uncertainty.
As a young mother, she is suddenly uprooted and transplanted to island life, where she finds success in her chosen craft and builds a thriving business. Yet, much later in life, the unanswered questions from her past resurface, compelling her to embark on a search for the truth.
The answers she uncovers are not always welcome, but they bring the resolution she has long sought. An ordinary city girl, perhaps, but a life far from ordinary.
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Stay Fearless
A true story of love, betrayal, courage and sacrifice.
A story about self-discovery for a young, beautiful 23-year-old woman named Satine, who became a victim at the grasp of her lover’s hands in whom she had no idea was so dangerous.
This true story tells the tale behind a woman and her struggle with domestic violence and coercion. It shows up close and personal the trauma that emotional and physical abuse brings but also exposes the trauma that runs deeper... and what started it all.
With twists and turns along the way, from love bombing to gas-lighting, follow Satine’s journey to self-discovery and inner peace.
Reader’s discretion is advised as this book contains depictions of violence.
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Urban Life
In the heart of 1970s Uganda, amidst political turmoil and civil strife, General Isaac Malyamungu is driven by revenge against celebrated businessman James Harris. As orders come down from the tyrannical President Idi Amin to eliminate rebel sympathisers, Malyamungu sees a chance to satisfy his vendetta.
James, a Harvard-educated entrepreneur, finds himself ensnared in the lethal web of conflict as he attempts to protect his beloved wife Susan and their young twins. With enemies closing in and safety becoming a distant dream, the family is forced into a treacherous journey through the foreboding Dambila forest.
Caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse, will love and determination be enough to defy the ruthless forces seeking their destruction? As allegiances are tested and the fight for survival intensifies, the line between hunter and hunted blurs in this gripping tale of resilience and sacrifice.
Join James Harris as he battles not only for the lives of his family but for hope itself in a land steeped in chaos, where betrayal lurks at every turn and survival is the ultimate prize. **“Eliminate All of Them”** is a harrowing exploration of the depths of a man's love against the backdrop of war, pain, and a quest for justice.
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