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  • The End of Evolution

    by John Bottrill ...
    This is not another bash Darwin book. Instead, it looks at how far his principles of macro and micro-evolution apply not only to the development of life, but also of the universe, the Earth, humanity - even human history. I find no evidence of continuous progression in any of these; stop/start - yes; instances of micro-evolution - yes; how else to explain the different racial skin colours? But, I ... Read more

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  • The King's Toads

    by John Bottrill ...
    Geoffrey Boterel, the first to bear the name of Bottrill/Bottrell,Boterill, bore a coat of arms - 'argent, three toads erect sable' – three black toads. This was believed by some to be the Devil's own coat of arms. What was the connection? Since Count Geoffrey Boterel had refused to support the Norman Invasion, William the Conqueror, who could be petty, put it about that Eudes, Duke of Brittany, ... Read more

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  • Replacement in Heaven

    by John Bottrill ...
    She grew up in a turbulent world of war in the 11th century. But she had periods with no memory of the past few years, when it seemed she had changed sex. It couldn't be true, could it?After a life cut short, she roams Heaven learning her new duties and coming to grips with possibilities she'd never even conceived. Finding her other half at last, it seemed it had all been true - in a way. ... Read more

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  • More Kings' Toads

    by John Bottrill ...
    Henry II had mistress problems. Most kings did, but the queens were just supposed to accept things. Eleanor of Aquitaine didn't – she was a problem herself. To avoid having the Fair Rosamund poisoned, Henry did a deal with one of the Boterels for some land. He hid her there in a secret love nest, reputably surrounded by an impenetrable maze.The king had his son crowned to ensure the succession. At ... Read more

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  • No Carrots for Dink

    by John Bottrill ...
    Dink, the donkey wakes up feeling grumpy. He hasn't anything to eat for breakfast at home, so goes to see Mrs Rabbit in case she has anything to spare. But he mistakes her bell-pull for a carrot and chokes. She pulls on the bell rope while Gruntlet, the piglet, pulls on Dink's tail. Suddenly, the carrot comes out and Dink sits on Gruntlet.Next day, Dink finds he hasn't anything for lunch, so he ... Read more

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  • The Edinburgh Grail - a Scottish romance

    by John Bottrill ...
    Jolted out of her reverie at school, Clarissa realises everyone is looking at her. What could the old bat want? The headmistress hands her a life-changing letter. Invited to join her society mother in London, she has her first experience in dealing with men.A trip to France to meet her penfriend sparks her interest in history. She learns about secret societies, the son of Jesus and Mary Magdalene, ... Read more

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  • The Templar Heresy

    by John Bottrill ...
    MORE Long SynopsisHenry II had mistress problems. Most kings did, but the queens were just supposed to accept things. Eleanor of Aquitaine didn't – she was a problem herself. To avoid having his mistress poisoned, Henry did a deal with one of the Boterel family for some land. He hid her there in a secret love nest, apparently surrounded by an impenetrable maze.The king had his son crowned to ... Read more

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  • Keep Your Head If You Move To France

    by John Bottrill ...
    A sometimes humorous, but always factual look at the problems you're likely to encounter if you move to France. Many books make it sound a breeze: it isn't always – AS WE FOUND…...Schools and clinics are great, although one dentist gave me arsenic for a root canal. Emergency health treatment is free with your EHIC card, but for your GP you'll need to be employed or a pensioner. And food is yummy, ... Read more

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  • Embarrassing Palmistry

    by John Bottrill ...
    A good hand reading depends on1.What's actually there and2.The palmist's experience.For example, highly-strung people tend to have lots of lines, and you can chatter away for hours. Some men have very few - they're difficult. Many's the time a man, prodded by his wife, will spread his hands for you to read and there's almost nothing there. You look dismayed - he smiles understandingly. You do your ... Read more

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  • The Ley Lines Series Books 1-3 (A Scottish Time Travel Romance)

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