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1. 1. The Twelve Lives of Samuel Hawley

   

   "The Twelve Lives of Samuel Hawley" is a gripping novel that explores the life of a rugged, hardened criminal named Samuel Hawley, who attempts to protect his daughter Loo from his violent past. The narrative alternates between the present, where Hawley and Loo are trying to settle down in Massachusetts, and the past, where the circumstances surrounding Hawley's twelve bullet wounds (each representing a "life") are revealed. Through their journey, the book delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and survival.

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2. 2. The Good Thief

   

   Set in 19th-century New England, this captivating tale follows Ren, a one-handed orphan with a mysterious past, as he is swept away from the confines of his orphanage by a charismatic conman named Benjamin Nab. As Ren becomes entangled in a world of deception, grave robbing, and adventure, he grapples with questions of identity, family, and morality. Alongside a colorful cast of characters, including a giant, a dwarf, and a doctor with questionable ethics, Ren embarks on a journey that challenges his understanding of good and evil, ultimately leading him to uncover the truth about his origins.