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Thanks so much for your support. And now a few ads before tonight's story. Welcome to send me to sleep, the place to find relaxing stories for a good night's rest.

My name's Andrew. Thanks for joining me.

Tonight I'll be reading part one of Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen.

Chapters 1 and 2.

Northanger Abbey is a tale set at the turn of the 18th century, telling the story of Catherine

Morland, a young woman with a vivid imagination

fueled by Gothic novels, who finds herself navigating the social whirl of Bath and the

mysterious allure of the local Northanger Abbey. It's a charming tale of friendship,

first love,

and the often humorous misunderstandings

that come with growing up.

If you'd like to discuss this book with us as we read along,

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Before we begin tonight's story, let's get ourselves ready for sleep.

Start by taking a deep, relaxing breath, and settle your body in whatever way feels most comfortable.

Now let any thoughts of the day drift away from your mind and simply follow the sound of my voice.

Now let your eyes fall heavy and your breath soften. As we settle in for a peaceful night's sleep. Chapter 1

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