“Incompetent angels and a vociferous shade cannot stop Rory Valentine regaining the life stolen from him... providing a temporary reincarnation doesn’t get him killed first.”The path of true love is rarely smooth, especially after Federal Immigration officer, Amina Byrnes, literally runs into her future love interest, Kendo exponent, Rory Valentine. For Amina: a call concerning an illegal immigrant racket leads to her witnessing a murder, committing a hit-and-run,...

‘How do I begin?’ Lacey thought. ‘I want to ask you all sorts of personal questions, Mrs Fotheringay—oh yes, I know you were once married because I saw you and your husband in a photo in an old book…except the photo was taken a hundred years ago, so it can’t be you—can it?’Following the death of her mother, fifteen-year-old Lacey Campbell, her father Alex and her younger brother Kieran, move to Denborough—a small country town in regional Australia. There, Lacey meets Mrs E...

‘How do I begin?’ Lacey thought. ‘I want to ask you all sorts of personal questions, Mrs Fotheringay—oh yes, I know you were once married because I saw you and your husband in a photo in an old book…except the photo was taken a hundred years ago, so it can’t be you—can it?’Following the death of her mother, fifteen-year-old Lacey Campbell, her father Alex and her younger brother Kieran, move to Denborough—a small country town in regional Australia. There, Lacey meets Mrs Elspeth Fo...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.From Native Roots to Global SportStep into the rich and dynamic world of lacrosse with The Story of Lacrosse, an engaging journey that traces the evolution of North America’s oldest team sport. From its origins as a sacred game played by Native American tribes to its rise as an internationally respected sport, this book explores how lacrosse evolved into the fast-paced, competitive game known and loved today.In The Stor...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Brief History of Phenomenology traces the development of one of the 20th century's most influential philosophical movements, which revolutionized how we understand consciousness, experience, and the fundamental structures of human awareness. From its founding by Edmund Husserl, who sought to establish philosophy as a rigorous science by studying consciousness as it presents itself to direct experience, this book examines how phenomeno...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Brief History of Impressionism chronicles the revolutionary 19th-century art movement that transformed the way we see and depict the world. Originating in France, Impressionism broke from academic tradition by capturing fleeting moments, light, and atmosphere with quick brushstrokes and vibrant colors. Featuring pioneering artists like Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Edgar Degas, this book traces how these painters challenged...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Brief History of AnglicanismExplore the remarkable story of the Church of England and its global Anglican Communion.From Henry VIII's dramatic break with Rome to the worldwide Anglican Communion spanning 85 million members across 165 countries, Anglicanism represents one of Christianity's most influential and enduring traditions. This authoritative yet accessible history traces the evolution of a church that h...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Brief History of the Ancient Minoans invites readers to explore Europe’s first great civilization, which flourished on the island of Crete over 4,000 years ago. Known for their vibrant art, advanced architecture, and peaceful maritime culture, the Minoans created a society rich in trade, mythology, and innovation. This concise guide delves into the grandeur of palaces like Knossos, the mysteries of their undeciphered script (Linear A)...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Brief History of the Great Wall of ChinaSnaking across mountains, deserts, and grasslands for over 13,000 miles, the Great Wall of China stands as humanity's most ambitious construction project and a testament to both imperial ambition and human sacrifice. Built over more than two millennia by successive dynasties, this colossal fortification began as separate defensive walls during the Warring States period before being unifi...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The Korean War was the Cold War’s first great clash—a brutal, seesaw struggle that devastated the peninsula, drew in global superpowers, and left behind a conflict that has never truly ended. From the desperate stand at the Pusan Perimeter to MacArthur’s daring Inchon landing, from China’s massive intervention to the grinding stalemate at the 38th Parallel, this was a war fought with ferocity but without resolution. Often called the “Fo...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Brief History of the Ancient Khmer explores the rise and glory of one of Southeast Asia’s most magnificent civilizations. Centered in present-day Cambodia, the Khmer Empire flourished between the 9th and 15th centuries and is best known for building Angkor Wat—the largest religious monument in the world. This concise guide traces the empire’s powerful rulers, intricate irrigation systems, artistic achievements, and deeply spiritual cu...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The Vietnam War was the crucible of the Cold War era—a conflict that humbled two Western powers, divided a generation, and reshaped global politics. What began as a colonial struggle against France evolved into America’s longest and most controversial war, fought in the jungles of Southeast Asia and in the streets of U.S. cities. From the Gulf of Tonkin to the Tet Offensive, from helicopter assaults to student protests, this was a war w...