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And now for 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 The Enchanted April by Elizabeth von Arnim.

Chapter 1

First published in 1922, The Enchanted April follows four very different English women,

who, longing for escape, ran to secluded Italian castle for the month of April.

Amid the sun-drenched gardens and breathtaking views, they each experience personal transformations,

finding joy, love, and a renewed sense of self in the enchanting beauty of their surroundings.

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

Start by taking a deep relaxing bread 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.

So let your eyes fall heavy and your breath soften. we settle in for a peaceful night's sleep. The

The Chapter 1

It began in a women's club in London on a February afternoon, an uncomfortable club, and a miserable

afternoon. When Mrs. Wilkins, who had come down from Hampstead to shop and had lunched at her

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