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Lee Martin

    Cet auteur/cette auteure crée des récits qui explorent les aspects profonds et souvent complexes de l'expérience humaine. Son écriture se caractérise par une observation fine des luttes internes et des manières complexes dont les individus naviguent leurs relations et le monde qui les entoure. À travers un style de prose réfléchi et évocateur, ils explorent des thèmes de mémoire, de perte et la quête de sens, invitant les lecteurs à contempler les courants plus profonds de la vie. Leur œuvre offre une lentille unique à travers laquelle observer les forces subtiles mais puissantes qui façonnent notre existence.

    The Glassmaker's Wife
    The Evening Shades
    Inherited Murder
    Yours, Jean
    Gone the Hard Road
    Festival of Love and Pain
    • Festival of Love and Pain

      • 284pages
      • 10 heures de lecture

      The book explores the critical health implications of extremely high blood pressure, offering insights and strategies for managing and lowering hypertension. It emphasizes the importance of lifestyle changes, medication adherence, and regular monitoring. Through personal anecdotes and expert advice, readers are guided on how to navigate the challenges of severe hypertension and improve their overall wellness. The narrative serves as both a cautionary tale and a practical guide for those facing similar health crises.

      Festival of Love and Pain
      5,0
    • Gone the Hard Road

      A Memoir

      • 176pages
      • 7 heures de lecture

      The memoir explores the author's heartfelt journey of self-discovery and the challenges faced in seeking belonging. Through poignant and honest reflections, it resonates with anyone who has grappled with their identity and place in society, offering a deeply moving narrative that lingers with readers long after they finish.

      Gone the Hard Road
      4,1
    • Yours, Jean

      • 288pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      The story delves into the trial of Charlie, who grapples with the consequences of a fateful decision made in a moment of desperation. His admission reveals the complexity of his actions, raising questions about morality, choice, and the impact of a single event on lives. As the narrative unfolds, it explores themes of regret, accountability, and the psychological turmoil of a man facing judgment for his choices. The courtroom setting serves as a backdrop for deeper reflections on human behavior and societal expectations.

      Yours, Jean
      4,0
    • Inherited Murder

      • 230pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      Fort Worth policewoman Deb Ralston finally manages to take her family on vacation, only to find murder intruding in their bed-and-breakfast in Salt Lake City. To placate her husband, Harry, she lets him help her find the killer

      Inherited Murder
      3,8
    • The Evening Shades

      • 320pages
      • 12 heures de lecture

      Set in a small Midwestern town, the narrative explores the lives of two lonely individuals as they gradually uncover their hidden truths. Their journey of self-discovery and connection unfolds against the backdrop of their shared isolation, highlighting themes of vulnerability and intimacy. As they confront their pasts, the story delves into the complexities of human relationships and the healing power of understanding.

      The Evening Shades
      3,8
    • The Glassmaker's Wife

      • 248pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      In August of 1844, aman named Leonard Reed takes violently ill at his home near Heathsville, Illinois,and four days later he is dead. The cause? Arsenic poisoning. The suspect? Hiswife, Betsey. The chief witnessesagainst her? A hired girl, Eveline Deal, and the local apothecary, James Logan.The evidence? Eveline claims she saw Betsey put a pinch of white powder inLeonard's coffee. Betsey Reed, a womanwho dabbles in herbal healing, is known about town as a witch. As the gossipand the circumstantial evidence mount, Betsey finds herself under the shadow ofa trial--and a noose. A historical crime inspired by the true story of Betsey Reed, for fans of The Trial of Lizzie Borden and The Good Sister, LeeMartin's latest weaves a tale of a pinch of white powder, a scorched paper, a communityhungry for a villain, and a young girl's first taste of revenge--but above all,of the contradictions and imperfections of the human heart.

      The Glassmaker's Wife
      3,7
    • Gangsters Wives

      • 304pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      Sadie, Nicky, Poppy and Kate. Four women. On the surface - sexy, confident, wealthy. In reality, each is trapped in a loveless and sometimes violent marriage to four of the most feared gangsters in London. For years they have lived a life of idle luxury, shopping, lunching and occasionally playing away. All the while loyally staying behind the scenes while their men rule the underworld with violence and terror. Until times change, events conspire, and they decide to fight back and take the men on at their own game...

      Gangsters Wives
      3,5
    • The Bright Forever

      • 304pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      The narrative delves into the unsettling aftermath of a nine-year-old girl's disappearance, exploring the emotional turmoil and fractured relationships within her tight-knit community. As the search for the girl unfolds, the story reveals the deep-seated fears and secrets of the residents, highlighting how such a tragedy can irrevocably alter lives and relationships. Themes of loss, resilience, and the quest for truth permeate this poignant tale, showcasing the haunting effects of unresolved grief and the bonds that both unite and divide.

      The Bright Forever
      3,5
    • Dead Man's Trail

      • 164pages
      • 6 heures de lecture

      Mike Raddigan rides north to Montana Territory to claim the land left to him by his estranged father, who had been murdered because of a connection with the deadly Commager gang. This region is a Northern stronghold, and anyone who has fought for the South is in real danger. Mike discovers that he has inherited land that is vast and highly coveted. He seeks out his father's killer among the dangerous, greedy neighbors, the citizens of the unfriendly town, and the vengeful Jones family. The beautiful Nevada Jones is about to marry the powerful Colonel Grey, a Union war hero, and it isn't long before Mike discovers someone in the Jones family is lying. Unable to trust anyone, Mike becomes a constant target. While a steady stream of bullets and fists ricochets across his path, there's little Mike can do but fight back, praying he will live long enough to learn the truth...

      Dead Man's Trail
    • Sam Darringer isn't about to settle down just yet, so he's happy to accept the challenge when he's asked to ride herd to the Montana Territory. Rad Pierson is moving his cattle and his home base north to keep his daughter out of the nasty clutches of outlaw Russ Wilder, and he could use a Darringer fast gun on the trail to protect the flirtatious Angela.But Mr. Pierson has two daughters. Lisa, the younger, is wearing men's clothing and riding with the cowboys. Sam, against his better judgment, is captivated, especially when she proves her mettle in a stampede-and in a gunfight with some of Wilder's men. Lisa won't let Sam get to know her, however, which may be just as well. There's a band of renegades looking to test Sam's draw. Besides, Sam yearns to "see the elephant." For a restless spirit, the trail is never too long. But for the first time Sam has to wonder: What might he be leaving behind?

      Trail of the Restless Gun: The Darringer Brothers Book Five