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Nell GwynnJessica Swale
Nell Gwynn charts the rise of an unlikely heroine, from her roots in Coal Yard Alley to her success as Britain's most celebrated actress, and her hard-won place in the heart of the King. But at a time when women are second-class citizens, can her charm and spirit protect her from the dangers of the Court? $24.99
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The James PlaysRona Munro
Rona Munro's vividly imagined historical cycle brings to life three generations of Stewart kings who ruled Scotland in the tumultuous fifteenth century: James I, James II, and James III. $42.99
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The Massive Tragedy of Madame BovaryGustave Flaubert Adapted by John Nicholson, Javier Marzan
Laugh and cry in equal measure as Emma Bovary chooses the wrong husband. Lose yourself in mesmeric love scenes featuring a procession of devastatingly attractive men. Rail at the fate of women in a patriarchal society, if you will. Prepare yourself for vermin, moustaches, wild animals, lots of French people and a nun. $23.99
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Rabbit HoleDavid Lindsay-Abaire
Becca and Howie Corbett are a happy suburban couple whose lives are changed forever when their young son Danny is killed in an accident. Eight months on, they are drifting perilously apart. Becca wants to start afresh in a new home and give away their son’s possessions, but Howie wants to keep the memory of Danny alive. Can they ever find their way back to each other? $27.99
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YenAnna Jordan
Anna Jordan's Bruntwood Prize-winning play Yen explores a childhood lived without boundaries and the consequences of being forced to grow up on your own. $27.99
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PineJacqui Honess-Martin
Gabby has a first-class honours degree and an MA, but somehow she’s stuck – for the third year running – counting Norwegian Spruce. Betty wishes she was ice-skating with her mates at Somerset House rather than ‘gaining work experience’. Joe is nursing a broken hand, and heart, by lugging trees. Taj can’t decide whether he’s in love with Gabby or Betty. And they’re all being driven out of their minds by Christmas songs on repeat… $23.99
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Around the World in 80 DaysLaura Eason Original author Jules Verne
The fabulously wealthy Victorian gentleman Phileas Fogg wagers his life's fortune that he can circumnavigate the globe in just eighty days. $24.99
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Little EyolfHenrik Ibsen Adapted by Richard Eyre
Ibsen's forensic examination of a marriage as it falls apart, in a version by Richard Eyre. $23.99
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Wendy & Peter PanElla Hickson Original author J.M. Barrie
Winter 1908. Snow is falling across London. Wendy Darling and her brothers sleep peacefully in their bedroom, as their parents bicker downstairs. In a sudden flurry of snow their window blows open, and into their lives tumbles a mischievous boy called Peter, followed by a fractious fairy called Tink. $24.99
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Staying AliveKat Roberts
Mary had a son, now her son is dead, and that is all. But her friend Jenn is hosting a dinner party, just like before, a chance to catch up. No pressure. Nothing big. Just old friends. It would be great to see you. If you're free. If you're ready. $23.99
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