"Rapunzel, let down your hair! When she heard the witch, she gathered up her long blond hair; which no-one had ever cut, and let it slide down the tower".
Ruth Palmer Books
Sense and Sensibility
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading
This beautiful book of this classic powerful romance is a wonderful keepsake and real treasure. Elinor is as prudent as her sister Marianne is impetuous. Each must learn from the other after they are forced by their father's death to leave their home and enter into the contests of polite society. The charms of unsuitable men and the schemes of rival ladies mean that their paths to success are beset with disappointment, but together they attempt to find a way to happiness.
Emma, published in 1816, is the story of self-deception in Emma Woodhouse, an intelligent young woman, who believes she can manage other people's lives better than she does her own. In this attempt, she nearly messes up the life of her protege, young Harriet Smith. All, however, ends well.
"L" is for Lawless
A Kinsey Millhone Novel
PI Kinsey Millhone of California goes looking for the loot of a $500,000 robbery, an assignment filled with danger as one of the robbers is a psychopath. By the author of "K" Is for Killer
Good Night New Baby
- 20 pages
- 1 hour of reading
Celebrating the arrival of a new baby, this joyful book captures key moments such as first checkups, family hospital gatherings, and the daily routines of diaper changing and feeding. It also highlights playful interactions like peek-a-boo, reading, and singing lullabies. Aimed at young readers, it provides a warm introduction to the experiences and expectations of welcoming a new sibling, making it an engaging read for families preparing for a new addition.
The book takes young readers on an engaging tour of South Dakota, showcasing its famous landmarks and attractions such as Mount Rushmore, Badlands National Park, and the Missouri River. It highlights activities like fishing and hiking, as well as notable sites like Falls Park and the Great Plains Zoo. This charming board book combines education with exploration, making it an ideal introduction to the state's natural beauty and cultural significance.