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    The Washingtonienne, Hörbuch, Digital, 271min
    When Jacqueline Turner's fiance gives her two days to move out of his apartment, Jacqueline has no choice but to leave New York City and crash with her best friend in Washington, D.C. (She can't be expected to keep herself in cute clothes while paying New York City rent, after all.) She needs an exciting new life, not to mention real employment. Where better to get a fresh start than the nation's capital? Alas, D.C. turns out to be a lot more buttoned-up and toned down than she'd hoped. It's a town where a girl has to make her own excitement, and Jacqueline Turner is just the woman for the job. From the married presidential appointee who gives her cash after each tryst, to the lascivious Georgetown lawyer who parades her around like something out of Pretty Woman, Jackie's roster of paramours grows so complicated that her friends ask her to start a blog so they can keep up. But in a small town like Washington, the line between private and public blurs very easily. Just as one of her beaux takes a lead in the race for her heart, Jackie realizes this blog idea may be more than she bargained for.... Language: English. Narrator: Dia Shepardson. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/hype/000031/bk_hype_000031_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Better Days , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 538min
    Finalist - Eric Hoffer AwardWhen his boyhood friend vanishes, a man who has coasted through life on the fading memory of high school heroics, risks everything to save him.They had a parade for Darwin Burr years ago when his team won the state title. He's coasted through life on that memory. Still lives in Claxton, Illinois - but the bucolic farm town now simmers with racial tension. He has a cushy job working for his wheeler-dealer boyhood friend, Billy Rourke. He has a country house, a healthy 401k, and still drinks for free at Clarkie's Bar. His wife Daina, who escaped from Latvia and never looked back, disdains Darwin's lack of ambition. She's consumed by her job helping Claxton's underclass and has little time for Darwin or their daughter, Astra.When Billy arranges for Darwin to assist Astra's high school basketball coach - the mysterious and flirtatious Fariba Pahlavi - Darvin stops coasting. He discovers a passion for coaching. And Fariba.Just as Darwin is getting back in the game, Billy vanishes, the FBI wants Darwin's help to find him, and Darwin learns his wife's secret past has put her life in jeopardy. Darwin know's Billy's guilty, but he can't betray his friend, and he's falling in love with Fariba, but can't abandon his wife. He has no good choice, no winning shot , and in this world heroes don't get parades. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: David L. J. George. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/200317/bk_acx0_200317_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Anthem: Sixties Trilogy #3 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 672min
    The remarkable story of two cousins who must take a road trip across American in 1969 in order to let a teen know he's been drafted to fight in Vietnam. Full of music and figures of the time, this is the masterful story of what it's like to be young and American in troubled times.  It's 1969. Molly is a girl who's not sure she can feel anything anymore, because life sometimes hurts way too much. Her brother Barry ran away after having a fight with their father over the war in Vietnam. Now Barry's been drafted into that war - and Molly's mother tells her she has to travel across the country in an old schoolbus to find Barry and bring him home. Norman is Molly's slightly older cousin, who drives the old schoolbus. He's a drummer who wants to find his own music out in the world - because then he might not be the "normal Norman" that he fears he's become. He's not sure about this trip across the country...but his own mother makes it clear he doesn't have a choice. Molly and Norman get on the bus - and end up seeing a lot more of America that they'd ever imagined. From protests and parades to roaring races and rock n' roll, the cousins make their way to Barry in San Francisco, not really knowing what they'll find when they get there. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Blair Brown, Michael Crouch, Stephanie Willing. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/schc/001654/bk_schc_001654_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Hero of the Empire: Exploring the Military Service Career of Winston Churchill AKA the Last Lion , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 42min
    Winston Leonard Spencer-Churchill was born on 30 November 1874. He was an heir of a noble family of the Dukes of Marlborough. His ancestor George Spencer, a member of the aristocratic Spencer family, was proud of his consanguinity with John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, so he has decided to choose Spencer-Churchill as his surname when he took the title of Duke of Marlborough in 1817. Winston Churchill's father, Lord Randolph Churchill was a politician and the third son of John Spencer-Churchill, 7th Duke of Marlborough. Following the example of his father, Winston preferred to be known as Churchill. His mother was also born in a respected family, being a daughter of Leonard Jerome, a millionaire from the USA. Lady Randolph Churchill, gave birth to her son in Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, two months before the expected date. When Winston was a kid, his grandfather had been appointed Viceroy, and Winston's father, Lord Randolph, was hired as his private secretary. At that time the family had lived in Dublin and had used to stay there until Winston turned six. Dublin is also a birthplace of his younger brother John Strange Spencer-Churchill. Those years in Ireland are considered to be very important for the formation of the character of the future Prime minister because frequent parades by the Vice Regal Lodge (now the official residence of the President of Ireland) were the probable reason of his passion towards military matters. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Damien Connolly. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/082539/bk_acx0_082539_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Brooklyn's Most Wanted: The Top 100 Criminals, Crooks and Creeps from the County of the Kings , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 458min
    Brooklyn's Most Wanted parades an impressive perp walk of 100 of the borough's most notorious, ranking them meticulously from bad to worst. From crime bosses to career criminals to corrupt politicians, pedophile priests to Ponzi scammers - this is not your usual crime chronicle. You want labor racketeering, Ponzi scheming, hijacking, murder, loan sharking, arson, illegal gambling and money laundering? Fugetaboutit! Take this guided tour through gangland that rips open the underbelly of Brooklyn - the broken land - to see what spills from the South Brooklyn Boys to the Soviet thugs of Brighton Beach's Little Odessa. Want to know what Billy the Kid, John Wilkes Booth and the Son of Sam all have in common? Brooklyn. Anthony "Gaspipe" Casso, Al Capone, Frankie Yale, Paul Vario, Roy DeMeo and so many more malicious malcontents and maniacs stalk this audiobook, as author Craig McGuire ranks a rogues' gallery of the best of the worst from Brooklyn's crime-ridden past and present. This includes more than a century of screaming crime blotter headlines, spotlighting epic cases, like the Brooklyn Godmother, the Sex Killer of Brooklyn, the Nurse Girl Murder, the Long Island Railroad Massacre, the Thrill Kills Gang, and many more. From "Son of Sam" to "Son of Sal", "Little Lepke" to "Big Paulie", "The Butcher of Brooklyn", "The Vampire of Brooklyn", "The Gang Who Couldn't Shoot Straight", even "The Man Who Murdered Brooklyn Baseball" - they're all here. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Gregg Rizzo. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/095775/bk_acx0_095775_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Mardi Gras, Gumbo, and Zydeco: Readings in Louisiana Culture , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 327min
    The detectable identity of southern Louisiana's one-of-a-kind culture has been expressed in numerous descriptive phrases--"south of the South," "the northern tip of the Caribbean," "this folklore land." A strange, piquant, and savory mixture, it also has been likened to one of the region's signature dishes, gumbo. Capturing this elusive culture and its charm has challenged many authors, anthropologists, and anthologists. Coming perhaps closest of any book yet published, this new anthology of readings affords reflections on southern Louisiana's distinctive traditions, folklore, and folklife. Crystalizing its rich diversity and character, these sharply focused essays are a precise introduction to aspects that too often are diffused in sundry discussions of general Deep South culture. Here, each is seen distinctly, precisely, and uniquely. Written by leading scholars, the thirteen essays focus on many subjects, including the celebration of Mardi Gras and of Christmas, Louisiana foodways, the delineation between Cajun and Creole, the African Americans and Native Americans of the region, Zydeco music, and Cajun humor. The essays show great range and are reprinted from hard-to-find publications. They include a description of Cajun Country Mardi Gras on the prairies of southwestern Louisiana, an analysis of the social implications of the New Orleans Mardi Gras parades, a study of the Houma Indians of coastal Louisiana, and an analysis of the devotion given to a young Cajun girl whom many regard as a saint. Collected here, the essays portray a land and a people that are unlike any other. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Patrick Bonin. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/014416/bk_acx0_014416_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Lessons from Lucy , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 241min
    In this “little gem” (Washington Independent Review of Books), Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and New York Times best-selling author Dave Barry learns how to age happily from his old but joyful dog, Lucy. As Dave Barry turns 70 - not happily - he realizes that his dog, Lucy, is dealing with old age far better than he is. She has more friends, fewer worries, and way more fun. So Dave decides to figure out how Lucy manages to stay so happy, to see if he can make his own life happier by doing the things she does (except for drinking from the toilet). He reconnects with old friends and tries to make new ones - turns out to be a struggle, because Lucy likes people a lot more than he does. And he gets back in touch with two ridiculous but fun groups from his past: the Lawn Rangers, a group of guys who march in parades pushing lawnmowers and twirling brooms (alcohol is involved), and the Rock Bottom Remainders, the world’s oldest and least-talented all-author band. With each new lesson, Dave riffs hilariously on dogs, people, and life in general, while also pondering deep questions, such as when it’s okay to lie. (Answer: when scallops are involved.) Lessons from Lucy shows listeners a new side to Dave Barry that’s “touching and sentimental, but there’s still a laugh on every page” (The Sacramento Bee). The master humorist has written a witty and affable guide to joyous living at any age.  ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Dave Barry. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/sans/008769/bk_sans_008769_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Hong Kong Travel Guide , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 133min
    Hong Kong Travel Guide Whether it is business or leisure bringing you to Hong Kong, you will find something suitable for your tastes. With a plethora of shopping arcades and skyscrapers in the business district, the city lures travelers from all over the world. If you are looking for a relaxing break with your family, quiet retreat or a honeymoon, Hong Kong is a great destination. The city is safe, and since it offers numerous attractions for people of all ages, no wonder it is one of the most sought after destinations in China. Hong Kong brings you unlimited fun and a variety of things to do. Whether you choose to go temple hopping or laze on the beaches, you will experience Hong Kong at its best. One of the best times to visit the city is during the colorful festivals as the celebrations last for several days, featuring fireworks, street parades, lots of dancing and drinking. Chinese New Year is one of the most awaited times of the year, and the entire country celebrates this festival with pomp and show. If you love shopping, you would not want to miss the Fashion Week that is held in February every year. If you are interested in sightseeing, then you may choose to opt for the Hong Kong tours that include sightseeing in their itinerary. You can visit the numerous historic buildings, iconic monuments, and beaches. The city also has a lot of interesting tourist areas mainly for recreation. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Kevin Kollins. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/061742/bk_acx0_061742_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    None of Us the Same: Sweet Wine of Youth Trilogy, Book One , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 617min
    Fiery Deirdre Brannigan had opinions on everything. She certainly hated the very idea of war in 1914. Childhood pals Jack Oakley and Will Parsons thought it a grand adventure with their friends. But the crushing weight of her guilty conscience pushes Deirdre to leave Ireland and land directly in the fray. Meanwhile, the five friends from Newfoundland blithely enlist. After all, the war couldn't possibly last very long....They learn quickly how wrong they are and each is torn apart by the carnage in France.What began with enthusiastic dreams of parades and dances with handsome young soldiers turned into long days and nights in the hospital wards desperately trying to save lives. And for the good and decent young men in fine new uniforms aching to prove themselves worthy on the field of battle, the horrors of war quickly descended.But it is also the war which brings them together. Deirdre's path crosses with Jack and Will when they're brought to her field hospital the first day of the slaughter on the Somme. Their lives part, their journeys forward fraught with physical and emotional scars tossing them through unexpected and often painful twists and turns. But somehow, a sliver of hope, love and redemption emerges. And their paths cross again in St. John's.When the guns finally fall silent, can Deirdre overcome her secret demons through a new life with battered Jack? Can shell-shocked Will confront his despotic father's expectations to become the man his young family deserves? ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Tim H. Dixon. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/154301/bk_acx0_154301_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    The Unexpected Heiress: A Nick Williams Mystery, Book 1 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 190min
    Nick Williams, heir to a vast fortune, lives with his lover, Carter Jones, in the Eureka Valley neighborhood of San Francisco in an unassuming bungalow. Little do the neighborhood ladies, who do their daily marketing on Castro Street, know that just down the street their neighbor is the richest homosexual since possibly Alexander the Great.  His no-nonsense secretary Marnie Wilson keeps things together at the office in the Tenderloin. To her frustration, Nick is always turning away clients. He doesn't really need the money, after all.  In The Unexpected Heiress, Nick is called in to see his lawyer and friend, Jeffrey Klein, whose mystery client, under contract to Metro, was just arrested at the Kit Kat Club on Polk Street but somehow got off with a bench warrant. Jeffrey wants to know who in the police department worked things behind the scene for the star of the upcoming blockbuster It Was Raining Then.  Meanwhile a late night phone call from his estranged father sends Nick into a tailspin and a family secret, along with a lot of other things better kept hush-hush, are all splashed on the front pages of the daily newspapers. It ain't pretty.  In the end, for Nick and Carter, it's actually the beginning of a whole new way of doing business.  Long before the Summer of Love, pride parades down Market Street, and the fight for marriage equality, San Francisco in 1953 was all about the Red Scare, F.B.I. investigations, yellow journalism run amok, and the ladies who play mah jong over tea. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Brian Rollins. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/118892/bk_acx0_118892_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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