50 Results with the "Historical" genre


  • When the palm Cover
    by Cynthia Shaw In the sweltering heat of a chaotic era in the United States, the Reliance Pawnshop in New York City seems quiet. But a sudden storm is about to break. A man with a terrifying appearance walks in and cuts off his own hand to pawn it! The shop – owner, Jack Thompson, is thrown into a world of trouble. As the three – month pawn period nears, Jack flees to Denver with his family, carrying a porcelain jar that might be his doom. Twenty years later, when he finally restarts his pawnshop, a fateful reunion unfolds. What secrets are hidden in that jar? And how will this long – awaited meeting change Jack’s life? Dive in to uncover the astonishing truth!
    Historical • Humor • Literary
  • Those Who Risk Their Lives Cover
    by Sandra Houston In the old – fashioned town in the United States, the drill ground outside the north gate is a place full of macabre secrets. It’s not only for military parades and training but also an execution ground. And here, strange “life – selling” and “life – buying” farces often play out. One fateful day in 1935, four supposed “corpses” lie in a pool of blood. But shockingly, one of them blinks! As the evil prison matron Mrs. Thompson and two policemen arrive to collect the bodies, little does she know that a live man is feigning death among them. What kind of crazy and comical story will unfold in the jailhouse? Read on to find out!
    Crime • Historical • Humor
  • The Specimen of Merits Cover
    by Heather Bailey In the world of law enforcement, there are unsung heroes beyond human officers. Picture a valiant police dog named Max, a pure – bred German dog with a heart of gold and a fierce spirit. When faced with a ruthless gangster holding a hostage at gunpoint, Max springs into action, a blur of courage and skill. It seizes the moment, disarms the criminal, and saves the day, earning the title of “Meritorious Police Dog”. But beneath the glory lies a hidden pain. And then, a cruel fate awaits Max. What will happen to this heroic canine? And how will its trainer, Tom, fight for its dignity? Dive into this heart – wrenching tale now.
    Crime • Historical • Literary
  • The Fragrance of a Daughter Cover
    by Sabrina Wilkerson In a small – town county – level hospital in the United States, a young rural girl named Amy lies in a bed. Just a simple few days in the hospital have cost her family thousands of dollars. The doctor says it’s just a severe cold and anemia, but Amy suspects there’s more. When her cousin accidentally blurts out the truth – late – stage leukemia, Amy’s world shatters. As her father sells the family cow to raise money, Amy makes a heart – wrenching decision. What will this decision be, and how will it change the lives of her and her father? Dive into this emotional story to find out.
  • The Family Heirloom Cover
    by Erika Simon In the quaint world of antiques, there’s a shop named “Elegant Scholar’s Studio” run by the retired teacher Mr. John. One fateful morning, a young man on a bicycle arrives, presenting a dirty, rust – covered object that looks like a common pickaxe. Why would he bring such a thing to an antique shop for rust removal? And when Mr. John tries to dissuade him, the young man offers a large sum of money. What secrets does this seemingly ordinary pickaxe hold? As the story unfolds, a web of mystery and emotion awaits.
    Historical • Literary • Mystery
  • The Blood – Licking Wolf Cover
    by Alan Newton In the snow – covered Rocky Mountains, a unique hunt is about to unfold. An old hunter named Jack, nearly sixty, takes on the task of hunting a wolf for anatomical research. His weapon? A purplish – red “corn cob” made of a blood – covered triangular scraper. Meanwhile, his nephew Tom arrives, asking for a folk remedy to treat a “neighbor” with a gunshot wound. Jack insists on seeing the patient or getting detailed information. As they venture into the forest to hunt the wolf for the remedy, a series of unexpected events and revelations await. What secrets does Tom hold? And how will this wolf – hunting mission end?
    Crime • Historical • Literary • Mystery
  • The back room on the third floor Cover
    by Gregory Sandoval In the bustling city of New York, a young man with a heart full of love embarks on a desperate quest. He scours every corner of the city, from glitzy theaters to seedy music halls, all in search of his beloved Miss Kelly. When he stumbles upon a back room on the third floor, a faint yet unmistakable fragrance of osmanthus fills the air, a scent uniquely hers. Could this be the clue he’s been waiting for? But as he delves deeper, the truth seems to slip through his fingers. What secrets does this room hold? And will he ever find the woman he loves? Read on to uncover the tragic tale.
    Historical • Literary • Mystery • Thriller
  • Searching for Love in Movies Cover
    by Carlos Drake In the shadow of the Vietnam War, a mother’s heart hangs by a thread. Marianne’s son Jerry vanished five months ago after being sent to the war – torn land. One fateful evening at the movies, a documentary shows a prisoner of war with a back eerily similar to Jerry. Marianne’s world stops as she yearns for that figure to turn around. What follows is a desperate journey to Mexico, a city – wide media storm, and a race against time to save Jerry. Will this mother finally be reunited with her son? Or will the cruel hands of war snatch away her last hope?
  • Row 18, Seat 1 Cover
    by Kelly Blair Have you ever heard of a seat that brings death? In Elmwood Town, the Grand Opera House, later renamed the Starlight Cinema, harbors a terrifying legend about Seat 18 in the first row. Over the decades, multiple people who sat there met mysterious and gruesome ends. Fast – forward to the 21st century, when the legend has faded. One drizzly night, a young man named Mike buys a ticket for that very seat. As the ticket – checker Tom tries to dissuade him, a chain of shocking events unfolds. What secrets lie behind this cursed seat? And why does Tom risk his life for the young man? Dive into this spine – chilling tale to find out.
    Historical • Mystery • Thriller
  • One’s life is about having the spirit to persevere. Cover
    by Jennifer Doyle In the late 19th – century Midwest of the United States, there lived a man named Jack, an executioner with a long – standing reputation as “Brave Jack”. One day, while enjoying a simple life at home during a general amnesty, his wife rushes in waving a letter. The shock? It’s from his nephew Tommy, who died five years ago. Jack, ever the composed one, reads the letter that claims Tommy is married and has a son in Chicago. With his wife’s wild speculations, Jack decides to journey to Chicago. What awaits him there? Will he really find his “dead” nephew? The mystery is thick, and the adventure is about to unfold.
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