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Sung in the Shadows
Christian historical fiction
Sung in the Shadows
In historical Cincinnati, Nora hides both her identity as the daughter of a famous opera singer and the trauma of a past captivity while secretly visiting her mother in an asylum. Ezekiel begins to suspect that the institutionalized woman may actually be the celebrated singer whose disappearance has become a mystery. Their search for the truth brings dangerous attention to Nora and raises the question of whether the fears surrounding her mother are paranoia or warnings no one has believed. This historical romantic suspense mixes music, family secrets, psychological tension, and a slow-building relationship grounded in trust.
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Past captivity/abduction and former captors still at large; mother institutionalized in an asylum with paranoia; hero's mother is suicidal; fear of being watched, paranoia and questions about sanity; revenge/danger; Christian faith and clean romance.
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Cornish Sea Tea
A fragrant cup of tea suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
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- Steep the tea and any herbs or whole spices in hot water according to the tea type, then strain. Stir in sweetener and juices. Serve hot.
- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Bourbon Tea Toddy
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A fragrant cup of tea suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
What you'll need
- 6 oz hot black tea ↗
- 1 1/2 oz bourbon
- 1 tbsp honey ↗
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
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- Add bourbon, honey, and lemon juice to a warmed mug. Top with hot black tea and stir until the honey dissolves.
- Garnish: Lemon wheel.
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