Usborne reader's library

True stories about ghosts and poltergeists mainly from Britain and the United States.

Describes the events and lives of many men and women who have inspired others through their bravery, spirit, integrity, or resolve, many taking huge risks, and placing their lives on the line for others.

Contains stories of real-life adventures, telling tales of people who have survived dangerous situations; prisoners who have escaped their bonds; and people who have been regarded as heroes for acts of bravery, or enduring suffering.

Lady Gabriella Banning, fearing she and her sisters, Claire and Elizabeth, will be left penniless after their half-brother Marcus's death, pretends Marcus is still alive in order to plan Claire's London season and marry her to a wealthy nobleman, but when a handsome stranger arrives claiming to be Marcus, Gabby is unable to expose the truth and must hide her growing feelings for the man before her behavior sparks a scandal.

A collection of true stories about prisoners, including spies, slaves, politicians, magicians, and others held against their will, who tried to escape.