Bellarion the Fortunate – Historical Adventures to Help You Sleep
Sleepy Time Tales - Bedtime Stories for Sleep and Relaxation
Release Date: 06/10/2024
Sleepy Time Tales - Bedtime Stories for Sleep and Relaxation
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info_outlineBellarion the Fortunate – Historical Adventures to Help You Sleep
We pick up out classic bedtime tale as Bellarion and the strange friar accept the hospitality of a family of peasants. The friar nearly leaves Bellarion behind and his strange behaviour becomes stranger until they get a ride with some mules.
After lunch, and hopefully after you’ve fallen asleep, though the truth of the identity of the friar becomes clear as Bellarion finds himself in deep trouble.
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