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by Diana Gabaldon
Published Oct 2004
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The Crimson Petal and The White
by Michel Faber
Published Sep 2003
Read Reviews'Faber's mastery of character, evocative descriptions of Victorian England, and rich dialogue, together with his weaving of enduring themes throughout a complex plot, creates a remarkable novel.'
by Joseph J. Ellis
Published Feb 2002
Read ReviewsInforms our understanding of American politics--then and now--and gives us a new perspective on the unpredictable forces that shape history.
by Colleen McCullough
Published Jan 2002
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