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Kingdom of the Pearl of the Orient

Kingdom of the Pearl of the Orient

In the waning years of Spanish colonial rule in the Philippines, a young boy named Alfonso XIII was proclaimed King of Spain in 1886. However, being just a child, his mother, Queen Maria Christina, ruled as regent in his place. Queen Maria Christina adopted a somewhat lenient policy, granting the Filipinos a degree of freedom while still keeping them as subjects of the Spanish monarchy. As time passed, the Philippines remained under Spanish rule until it was finally passed on to Alfonso, Prince of Asturias, in 1920. But Alfonso, wise beyond his years, saw the plight of the Filipino people and understood their deep desire for independence in their hearts. He made a momentous decision – renouncing his claim to the Spanish throne and requesting to govern the Philippines instead. Surprisingly, the Spanish monarch agreed to this arrangement, and Alfonso was given the unique responsibility of managing the Philippines as a separate entity. But unknown to everyone, the original Alfonso, Prince of Asturias, died due to drowning accident and was replaced by Miguel Reyes. In a world reminiscent of the early twentieth century but with a twist, Miguel Reyes, a brilliant scientist,engineer, military enthusiast, and businessman from the Philippines, found himself in a strange predicament. After a fatal car accident in 2023, Miguel was granted an extraordinary second chance at life. He awakened to find his soul inexplicably reincarnated into the body of a prince in a distant land. Confused and disoriented at first, Miguel soon discovered that he was inhabiting none other than the young Alfonso, Prince of Asturias, decades before his untimely death. Realizing the significance of this opportunity, Miguel knew he had to act wisely. He had lived a life devoted to knowledge and progress, and now he found himself in a pivotal position to change history for the better. Armed with the knowledge of Alfonso's fate and aware of the impending struggles faced by the Philippines, Miguel resolved to take a different path. Join Alfonso (Miguel Reyes) on a life-changing experience. Will Miguel Reyes find tranquility in his second life as he governs the nation and steers it towards greatness? Or will he face the shadow of a conspiracy lurking within the borders?
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Murder Times Four Box Set

Murder Times Four Box Set

Four gay mystery thrillers by best-selling author Edward Kendrick. Contains the stories:<br><br><strong>Murder on Rainbow Lane</strong>: My name is Adam Moore, and I am not a happy camper at the moment. Someone is killing the residents on Rainbow Lane cul-de-sac. If that wasn't bad enough, they're trying to frame me for the murders. My only hope of proving my innocence? Detective Steve Jarrett ... if I can convince him I'm not the man he's looking for. Although he may be the man I've been looking for all my life.<br><br><strong>Premonitions</strong>: When Daniel moves into the house he inherited, he gets premonitions something isn't right. Then he meets Griffin, who lives off the grid, and they become friends. Daniel's ex appears, suggesting Daniel turn the house into a restaurant, with his help. When Daniel refuses, bad things start to happen. As the attraction between Daniel and Griffin grows stronger, will they survive what Ray does next?<br><br><strong>The Elevator Murders</strong>: When Tony finds a dead man in the elevator at his apartment building, he and his friends try to solve the murder. Kirk, an admitted playboy, tries to help them, but is rebuffed until he finally explains to Tony why he's the way he is. What Tony learns about Kirk, plus a third murder, changes everything, as Tony tries to deal with his feelings for Kirk while not becoming the next murder victim.<br><br><strong>The Hitchhiker Murders</strong>: When married PIs Brent and Quinn Collins are hired to find Andrew, who disappeared while hitchhiking, little do they know they will become embroiled in murder. Two other young men have gone missing under similar circumstances, their bodies found buried in the mountains. Brent and Quinn believe they know who is responsible for the killings. Can they prove it without ending up dead themselves?
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Is 'Murder on the Orient Express' book based on a true story?
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2024-11-07 23:18
Well, the 'Murder on the Orient Express' has elements that are drawn from a true story. Christie used the general idea of a high - profile crime as a starting point. But in the book, she added her own fictional characters, motives, and the intricate plot twists that we all love. So it's not a completely accurate retelling of a true story but has its roots in real - life events.
Is 'Murder on the Orient Express' a true story?
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2024-12-08 17:21
Yes, 'Murder on the Orient Express' was inspired by a true story. Agatha Christie drew on real - life events and her own experiences during her travels. However, she added her own fictional twists and turns to create the captivating mystery novel we know today.
Is Murder on the Orient Express a True Story?
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2024-10-03 10:54
No, it's not. 'Murder on the Orient Express' is a fictional story created by Agatha Christie.
Analysis of 'Murder on the Orient Express' as a Crime Fiction
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2024-12-15 04:25
It's a classic. The complex plot with multiple suspects on a train is brilliant. Poirot's deductive reasoning makes it exciting.
Analysis of the Characters in 'Murder on the Orient Express' Novel
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2024-11-18 00:34
The character of Ratchett is crucial. He is the victim, but as the story unfolds, we learn that he is not as innocent as he might first appear. His past actions seem to have led to his untimely death on the train. All the characters' backstories and relationships play a vital role in making the plot of 'Murder on the Orient Express' so engaging.
Is 'Murder on the Orient Express' based on a true story?
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2024-10-07 18:57
No, it's not a true story. It's a fictional mystery novel written by Agatha Christie.
Is 'Murder on the Orient Express' based on a true story?
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2024-10-02 03:03
No, it isn't. 'Murder on the Orient Express' is a fictional mystery story created by the author.
What are the main characters in 'Murder on Orient Express' novel?
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2024-12-03 08:27
Colonel Arbuthnot is also among the main characters. He is a military man, and his relationship with some of the other passengers and his actions during the investigation play an important role in uncovering the truth about the murder on the Orient Express.
Is 'Murder on the Orient Express' really based on a true story?
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2024-11-20 15:14
Yes, it is. The story was inspired by a real - life event which Agatha Christie then fictionalized and added her own creative twists to.
What are the main characters in Murder on the Orient Express story?
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2024-11-18 17:10
The main character is Hercule Poirot. He is a famous detective with remarkable intelligence and powers of deduction.
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