Children’s / Teenage fiction: Thrillers / suspense

Book SynopsisGet ready for another heart-racing, twist-filled thriller from the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author NATASHA PRESTON.CAN YOU TRUST YOUR OWN TWIN?After their parents divorced, 10-year-old twins Ivy and Iris were split up - Ivy lived with Dad, Iris with Mum. But after a tragic accident takes their mum's life, the devastated sisters are reunited when Iris moves in with Ivy and their dad. Iris takes their mum's death especially hard, unwilling to speak to anyone except Ivy. Unable to stand seeing Iris so sad, Ivy promised her that she can share her life now. After all, they're sisters. Twins.It's a promise that Iris takes seriously. And before long, Ivy's friends, her teachers, and even her boyfriend all fall under Iris's spell. Slowly, Ivy feels she's being pushed out of her own life, but tells herself she's being paranoid.Iris isn't dangerous . . . is she?

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Book SynopsisYour home was the one place you felt safe. Now it's your prison. You were invisible. Now your every move is monitored by masked strangers. You looked after your mum, your best friend. Now you barely know her. Everything can change in thirteen hours.

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Book SynopsisMISSION: SurvivalLOCATION: The Indonesian jungleDANGERS: Lava flows; fearsome tigers; orang-utansYoung survival expert Beck Granger is supposed to be enjoying a holiday. But when a volcano erupts he is stranded and must flee from red-hot lava and molten rocks crashing out of the sky.If he is to stay alive, he must make his way acrossthe jungle to safety – travelling right through the heart of tiger territory . . .The fourth book in an explosive adventure series from real-life survival expert BEAR GRYLLS.

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Book SynopsisA SUMMER SPECIAL EDITION OF THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER, WITH EXCLUSIVE COVER AND EXTRA CONTENTWINNER OF THE 2021 BOOKS ARE MY BAG READERS' AWARD FOR YOUNG ADULT FICTIONNOMINATED FOR THE CARNEGIE MEDAL 2022"This summer's hottest YA debut." Entertainment WeeklyACE OF SPADES is Gossip Girl meets Get Out, with a shocking twist. Buried secrets come to light when two students are targeted by an anonymous bully with an explosive agenda.Hello, Niveus High. It's me. Who am I? That's not important. All you need to know is...I'm here to divide and conquer. - AcesWelcome to Niveus Private Academy, where money paves the hallways, and the students are never less than perfect. Until now. Because anonymous texter, Aces, is revealing the darkest secrets of two students.Talented musician Devon buries himself in rehearsals, but he can't escape the spotlight when his private photos go public.Head girl Chiamaka isn't afraid to get what she wants, but soon everyone will know the price she has paid for power.Someone is out to get them both. Someone who holds all the aces. And they're planning much more than a high-school game...Unputdownable and utterly compulsive, this high-octane thriller takes a powerful look at institutionalized racism. As seen in Vogue, The Guardian, Marie Claire, The New York Times, Elle, Buzzfeed, Cosmo and Entertainment Weekly, and on BBC Front Row, perfect for fans of Karen McManus, Holly Jackson and Angie Thomas.*This summer special features an exclusive cover from award-winning Kingsley Nebechi, and exciting extra content: an exclusive never-seen-before chapter and brand-new author letter.*"ACE OF SPADES is the thought-provoking thriller we ALL need." Nic Stone, #1 NYT bestselling author"A heart-racing and twisty thriller." Alice Oseman"Strong Gossip Girl vibes and a whole lot of mystery." Buzzfeed"Thunderous and terrifying. There's no way you're putting this down until you get to the last page." Maureen Johnson, NYT bestselling author

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Book SynopsisA young actress draws a sinister spotlight in this spooky installment in R.L. Stine’s bestselling Fear Street series—now with a fresh new look!Selena has it all. She just scored the lead in her high school play, and everyone adores her. So when she starts receiving dead flowers from a secret “admirer” named The Sun, she just assumes it’s a harmless fan. But Selena soon realizes that The Sun is serious...dead serious. First, her understudy is injured in a suspicious accident. Then, a speeding car almost kills her! Selena doesn’t know what this psycho wants. All she knows is that her number-one fan has become her number-one nightmare.

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Book Synopsis''Full of nail-biting adventure, interstellar conflict and then passion . . . keeps us guessing to the last'' - Sunday TimesA combination of Star Trek, Ten Things I Hate About You, and a murder mystery. What''s not to like?'' - Guardian''I walked over to him and took his hand . . . We were at the heart of our very own universe''Olivia and her twin brother, Aidan, are heading alone on their ship back to Earth following the virus that completely wiped out their crew, and their family in its entirety.Nathan''s ship is heading in the opposite direction, but on the journey it is attacked. Only a few survive.When their lives suddenly collide, Nathan and Olivia are instantly attracted to each other, deeply, completely head over heels.But not everyone is pleased. Surrounded by rumours, deception, even murder, is it possible to live out a happy-ever-after...?''The former Children''s Laureate isTrade Review[This] gripping story has plenty of strong emotions to play with: love, hate, fear, jealousy and more than a dash of betrayal. * Telegraph *A combination of Star Trek, Ten Things I Hate About You and a murder mystery. What's not to like? -- Tony Bradman * Guardian *Full of nail-biting adventure, interstellar conflict and then passion . . . keeps us guessing to the last. -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times - Children's Book of the Week *The former Children's Laureate is never afraid to tackle challenging issues . . . a thrilling love story. * Mail on Sunday - Children's Book of the Month *...with love, danger, treachery, jealousy and tragedy . . . I read it in two breathless sittings and I absolutely loved it. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *A gripping two-hander. -- Alex O'Connell * The Times - Children's Book of the Week *

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Book SynopsisGet ready to run . . . an edge-of-your-seat thriller with bite from international bestselling author Linwood Barclay, in his first novel for 9-12 year olds.Chipper is a very special dog. As part of a top-secret, multi-million dollar experiment to create the ultimate canine spy technology, Chipper's whole life has been spent within the walls of a secret organization known only as The Institute. Chipper is supposed to be more machine than mutt, but something's wrong and The Institute knows it. He's about to be terminated.Across the state, twelve-year-old orphan Jeff Conway is working all hours at his aunt Flo's lakeside cabin business. He misses his parents, his old life, and the dog he had to leave behind.When Chipper escapes and his and Jeff's paths collide, dog and boy find themselves tangled up in the most dangerous game of chase imaginable...Winner of the Arthur Ellis award for Best Kid's Crime NovelDanger, secrets and thrilling suspense in Linwood Barclay's action-packed first novel for children.Trade ReviewDanger, secrets and suspense collide in Linwood Barclay's action-packed first novel for 9-12 year olds. Get ready to run ... an edge-of-your-seat thriller with bite. * Love Reading 4 Kids *Dark, dangerous and packed full of suspense and action this is a story that is guaranteed to enthrall and entertain. * Book Lover Jo *Chase will certainly keep readers of 10+ on the edge of their seats! -- Jayne Gould * Reading Zone - Librarian Review *This is a pacey children's thriller full of high speed chases, technology and a touch of humour. * North Somerset Teachers Book Award *

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Book SynopsisThe second spooky illustrated story in the No Place For Monsters series – Stranger Things for younger readers! PRAISE FOR NO PLACE FOR MONSTERS: 'Wildly imaginative and totally terrifying' JEFF KINNEY, AUTHOR OF DIARY OF A WIMPY KID 'A haunted-house version of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'BRIAN SELZNICK, AUTHOR OF THE INVENTION OF HUGO CABRET 'Overgrown with fantastic ideas' THE NEW YORK TIMES It’s been months since Levi and Kat rescued their town’s forgotten children. But now the strangeness has started again: hundreds of creepy snowmen pop up across town and a bizarre blizzard hits the day before spring break, trapping the kids in school. And something is roaming the darkened halls. Something hungry ... A heart-pounding follow-up to the highly acclaimed No Place for Monsters Half-written, half-graphic novel, and all spooky mystery! A group of unlikely friends must band together to protect their town from the monsters that are threatening to destroy it Stranger Things vibes with lavish, spine-tingling illustrations

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of bestselling THIS LIE WILL KILL YOU comes another unputdownable thriller about a group of friends who will do anything to protect each other – even murder . . . Perfect for fans of RIVERDALE, ONE OF US IS LYING and A GOOD GIRL'S GUIDE TO MURDER. The recipe for the perfect murder...Poppy, Lily, and Belladonna would do anything to protect their best friend, Raven. So when they discovered he was suffering abuse at the hands of his stepmother, they came up with a lethal plan to stop her from ever hurting Raven again. But someone got cold feet, the plot faded to a secret of the past, and the group fell apart. Three years later, on the eve of Raven’s seventeenth birthday, his stepmother turns up dead and Belladonna is carted off to jail. Desperate to prove her innocence, Belle reache

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Book SynopsisA grieving teen’s past comes back to haunt him in this chilling installment in R.L. Stine’s bestselling Fear Street series—now with a fresh new look!Brady Karlin is getting on with his life. The memory of his girlfriend—killed in a gruesome sledding accident last year—is beginning to fade. Now he’s met Rosha Nelson, the girl of his dreams. And he’s never been happier. Until Brady starts to see a strange figure with a terribly scarred face following him everywhere. And horrible accidents start happening every time Rosha’s around. Has dating Rosha made Brady’s dreams come true? Or brought his worst nightmares to life?

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Book SynopsisNOMINATED FOR A GOODREADS CHOICE AWARD 2023Everyone has a secret. Everyone has a motive. But only one of them brought a knife to the party . . .To celebrate the end of high school, Izzy Morales joins her best friend Kassidy and five friends on a luxury 1920s-themed getaway at the glamorous Ashwood Manor. There, Izzy and her friends party in vintage dresses and expensive diamonds - until Kassidy's boyfriend turns up dead.And when a raging storm traps them on the island with two detectives, the sparkling young socialites become the prime suspects in his murder. There's the girlfriend, and the other girl. The old friend, and the new friend. The brooding enigma. And then, there's Izzy - the girl who brought the knife . . .A glamorous and scandalous modern murder mystery, that'll have you reading through the night to find out whodunnit! Perfect for fans of ONE OF US IS LYING, THE INHERITrade ReviewA delicious, twisty, and clever locked-room mystery with loads of glamour and danger that will keep readers rapt until the very end. A can't miss for mystery fans. -- Kathleen Glasgow, New York Times bestselling author of Girl in Pieces and The AgathasContains all the best elements of the classic cosy locked-room murder mysteries, with its own glamorous twist - bittersweet and captivating right through to the final page. * Ravena Guron, author of THIS BOOK KILLS *Agatha Christie meets Karen M. McManus in this suspenseful mystery. . . Izzy narrates in a propulsive present-tense voice. . . Muñoz captures the spirit of the classic mystery, deftly weaving the threads without missing a plot point. A strong debut from a promising new voice. * Booklist *a gripping young adult novel that skilfully weaves together elements of wealthy privilege, immigration issues, and teen drama. It does all this within the setting of an intriguing murder mystery, making it a must-read for anyone looking for a captivating story. [...] It's a book that will leave a lasting impact on its readers, making it a truly unique addition to the young adult literary landscape. * Armadillo Magazine *A stylish and thrilling murder-mystery. * WRDXrta Magazine *

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Book Synopsis*Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children''s Book Prize 2018*A must read for fans of The Hunger Games, Divergent and The Maze Runner. 3 billion lives at stake. 2 people who can save them. 1 secret hidden in their DNA.A breathtaking debut series about one girl''s quest for answers in a genetically and technologically advanced future. -----When a lone soldier, Cole, arrives with news of Lachlan Agatta''s death, all hope seems lost for Catarina. Her father was the world''s leading geneticist, and humanity''s best hope of beating a devastating virus. Then, hidden beneath Cole''s genehacked enhancements she finds a message of hope: Lachlan created a vaccine.Only she can find and decrypt it, if she can unravel the clues he left for her. The closer she gets, the more she finds herself at risk from Cartaxus, a shadowy organization with a stranglehold on the world''s genetic tech. But it''s too late to turn back.

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Book Synopsis_______________''Mad Max for the eco-generation'' - Love Reading 4 Kids''The all-action plot and the hinted-at romantic triangle will keep the reader''s interest to the end'' - Irish Examiner_______________When oxygen levels plunge in a treeless world, a state lottery decides which lucky few will live inside the Pod. Everyone else will slowly suffocate.Years after the Switch, life inside the Pod has moved on. A poor Auxiliary class cannot afford the oxygen tax which supplies extra air for running, dancing and sports. The rich Premiums, by contrast, are healthy and strong. Anyone who opposes the regime is labelled a terrorist and ejected from the Pod to die.Sixteen-year-old Alina is part of the secret resistance, but when a mission goes wrong she is forced to escape from the Pod. With only two days of oxygen in her tank, she too faces the terrifying prospect of death by suffocation. Her only hopeTrade ReviewWow, wow, wow!! Breathe is absolutely amazing . . . This book starts with a bang and refuses to let you go. 5 out of 5 stars * stephlikesbooks.blogspot.co.uk *This book raises several pertinent issues, but it is the adventure that drives Breathe * We Love This Book *A pacy plot and characters who develop emotionally as the book progresses. * Daily Mail *The all-action plot and the hinted-at romantic triangle will keep the reader's interest to the end * Irish Examiner *Breathe is for all fans of future catastrophe and anyone interested in preserving the Earth's precious natural resources * The Bookbag *Mad Max for the eco-generation it's a superalative dystopian thriller about courage and freedom, with a love story at its heart * Love Reading 4 Kids *

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Book SynopsisThe second novel in Elizabeth George's Young Adult series. This genre-bending work combines Elizabeth's flair for crime and suspense novels with the paranormal.Trade ReviewAction-packed, mysterious, and somewhat creepy ... Raising the bar when it comes to today's YA fiction. * Suspense Magazine *In combining her skills in crime writing with an obvious flair for the supernatural this award-winning author creates a wonderful tale. * My Weekly *The author writes brilliantly and has an incredible ability to set a scene and create characters you want to know more about. * The Sun *Presses all the buttons to make us hoover her stuff up. * Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisA thrilling fantasy set in a land of shadows-Toby stumbles into a new world in which everything seems possible, and dangerous. Sunday Times & Times best Books of the Year 2021. 'An evocative fantasy from the acclaimed author of THE WOLF ROAD.' SUNDAY TIMES. 'If you like a dose of magical realism with your gothic novel, this story is for you. In a dangerous land enslaved by the cruel Regent where the Dreamers can turn dreams into reality, Toby meets Tamurlaine, a peculiar girl who has lost her memory. To uncover the mystery of her identity and get Toby back home, the pair must go on a journey to the castle of the Regent' THE TIMES. 'Toby, whose parents have freshly split, wanders into a strange, burning kingdom chasing a cat through a tunnel. Everything is falling apart in this autocracy plagued by floods and earthquakes as well as fire. But who is this spectral girl he meets, and how can he ever get home?' OBSERVERTrade Review'An evocative fantasy from from the acclaimed author of The Wolf Road. One to watch out for' SUNDAY TIMES, BEST BOOKS OF 2021 'An epic with images that linger like a dream-impossible to ignore' CHRIS SOUL 'Multifaceted, an epic and witty adventure. Toby is so real he steps from the pages' HILARY MACKAY

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Book Synopsis'A gorgeously twisted modern fairy tale that shimmers with magic and mystery' - Karen McManus, #1 New York Times bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying.FIVE WOMEN ARE DEAD. The killer leaves no fingerprints, no DNA. Police are utterly stumped. In a world where only women can use magic and the men who know about it seek to eradicate them, three damaged young women - one cursed, one hunted, one out for revenge - will team up to track down and take out a brutal supernatural killer.Jude Wolf is rich as sin and handsome as the devil. But she's also cursed. Her immortal soul is tethered to a rather hateful demon - and she wants the hell out of the deal. What Jude needs is a cursewriter - and she thinks the string of dead women, all of whom she suspects are messing with the occult, might just be able to lead her to one.Zara Jones has also been tracking the murders since they began. Her older sister was the killer'sTrade ReviewA gorgeously twisted modern fairy tale that shimmers with magic and mystery. The Invocations is thrilling, irresistible, and unforgettable. -- Karen McManus, bestselling author of One of Us Is LyingStepping nimbly among the liminal spaces and eerie real-world haunts of our heroine's cipher-sister, this haunting modern fairy tale will wrap you up like a glittering fog, before going for your throat. - Praise for House of Hollow -- Melissa AlbertThis dark, deliciously twisted novel has everything you could hope for as a reader - a brilliant concept, glamorous characters with secrets to hide, immersive world building, and some of the finest writing I've seen in YA fiction. I'll put it like this - I am obsessed with the House of Hollow. - Praise for House of Hollow -- Louise O'NeillDark and delicious, HOUSE OF HOLLOW hums with malice and mystery. I devoured it whole. - Praise for House of Hollow -- Kiran Milwood HargraveIn House of Hollow, Krystal Sutherland turns her razor-sharp imagination to new horizons and proves, once again, that words blossom at her command. This story will steal up your spine, slip beneath your skin, and stick to you like honey. - Praise for House of Hollow -- Samantha ShannonUtterly gripping, deliciously strange and haunting. - Praise for House of Hollow -- Katherine RundellAlive with lush language and a dark fairy tale feel, this is a compelling read alike for lovers of Holly Black's many wonderful fair folk standalones and series - Praise for House of Hollow -- Abby Bussen * School Library Journal *Iris' smart and assured narration easily carries a fast-paced story entwining themes of grief and loss with elements of folklore and some very inventive body horror. The pervasive feeling of dread builds to a shocking twist. A lush and darkly twisted modern fairy tale. - Praise for House of Hollow * Kirkus *Sutherland's Invocations has been one of my favourite reads of the year. This story is exceptionally crafted. Equal parts visceral and haunting, its twists and turns will lure readers in, and its compulsive plot will keep them engrossed until the end. * Ayana Gray, New York Times-bestselling author of Beasts of Prey trilogy *With a pulse-pounding mystery at its core and three angry, brilliant young women as its lead, this witchy fantasy thriller is a must-read - darkly funny, twisty and brilliantly original, it grips you all the way through to its intricately plotted climax. * Ravena Guron, author of This Book Kills *Fans will adore the twisty, heartstopping plot, and how a group of determined teenage girls bring down evil patriarchal structures. -- Charlotte Eyre * The Bookseller *It is the perfect combination of dark and thrilling. -- Louise Ellis-Barrett * Armadillo *This mythological novel blends advocating for women to take back their power, including the gentle side of a dash of queer romance, with genres such as horror, thriller, mystery, fantasy, science fiction and the supernatural. The Invocations will have you anticipating the next page, unsure of where this tale may lead. It keeps readers on the edge of their seats with compelling leads combined with unexpected twist plots. This is a book that truly can't be put down until its finished. Sutherland has truly captivated readers with this novel just as she has done previously with novels such as House of Hollow. -- Morgan Harkin * Reading Zone *This furious, seductive 14+ horror-fantasy will appeal to fans of Holly Black and Melissa Albert. -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *The Invocations is a pitch-black, pitch-perfect fantasy for those looking for their next fix of a grisly, gloriously feminist tale of reclaiming power and finding ones kin, a tale that is sure to put a spell on each and every reader... -- Chris Haigh * Set the Tape *

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Book SynopsisA beautifully crafted epic adventure spiced with magic from the acclaimed author of Hour of the Bees.Fished from the river as an infant and raised by a roving band of street urchins who call themselves the Crowns, eight-year-old Duck keeps her head down and her mouth shut. It’s a rollicking life, always thieving, always on the run – until the ragtag Crowns infiltrate an abandoned cathedral in the city of Odierne and decide to put down roots. It’s all part of the bold new plan hatched by the Crowns’ fearless leader, Gnat, to ensure the Crowns always have a steady supply of food and money. But no sooner is Duck apprenticed to the kindly local baker than her allegiances start to blur. Who is she really: a Crown or an apprentice baker? And who does she want to be? Meanwhile, high above the streets of Odierne, on the roof of the unfinished cathedral, an old and ugly gargoyle grows weary of waiting to fulfil his own destiny to watch and protect. Told in alternating viewpoints, this exquisite novel evokes a timeless tale of love, self-discovery, and what it means to be rescued.Trade ReviewThis story is brilliant! It is endearing and disquieting, and absolutely worth reading. In many ways it feels like a fantasy Dickensian drama (Oliver Twist-esque)… This book won me over immediately. * ReadPlus *[The Pickpocket and the Gargoyle] is a multi-layered book that will benefit from discussion in a class but is also a rich, individual reading experience * Reading Time *At 448 pages, this story is a big read for ages around 10-14. Those interested in historical fiction will enjoy this one. -- Margaret McKay-Lowndes * Magpies Magazine *

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Book Synopsis An edge-of-your-seat psychological thriller from the acclaimed author of Every Line of You – A Good Girl's Guide to Murder meets virtual reality ... 'This dark, dystopian thriller is genuinely disturbing and the final twist is a genuine shock ... Chilling.' DAILY MAIL 'A pixelated whirlwind of a ride through the darkest secrets of the human mind, explored through the lens of virtual reality gaming!' LEE NEWBERY, AUTHOR OF THE LAST FIREFOX Lola's been selected to play a new virtual reality game – Better Than Life. In her game, she's loved. Is beautiful. Can do whatever she wants. But she quickly breaks the one rule: not to recreate people or places from real life. She recreates her house and a boy she fancies. Soon she's skipping school to play. But Lola has secrets - dark ones that begin to surface inside her game - and the more she tries to fix her problems, the more she overlooks a much bigger threat ... An original, high-concept psychological thriller – Holly Jackson meets VR horror Set in an exclusive boarding school, this rollercoaster ride of a story involves an unreliable narrator,immersive gaming, a dark secret and a huge twist Perfect for fans of Cynthia Murphy and Kathryn Foxfield PRAISE FOR EVERY LINE OF YOU: 'What a debut. So tense – and it didn't lead where I thought it was going.' SUE WALLMAN, author of YOUR TURN TO DIE 'Frankenstein meets Heathers. Bonnie and Clyde for the digital age, Every Line of You is a gripping thriller about the power of AI and a fresh twist on the intensity of first love.' AMY MCCAW, author of MINA AND THE UNDEAD

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Book SynopsisLonglisted for the Carnegie Medal for Writing Rabbit and his mum have moved to the coast to run a small caravan park. Rabbit has been struggling since he saw his father die – he finds it hard to speak. When he befriends a local boy, Joe, Rabbit begins to feel better – but he keeps having strange dreams of a frightened white horse. Hunting for the animal, the two boys stumble across something much more dangerous: a man being held hostage by a criminal gang. Their discovery will set them on a dangerous path that will risk everything Rabbit holds dear…Trade Review"Powerful… this is a writer following in the footsteps of writers such as Westall, Brooks and Almond" * Books for Keeps *"The trauma of grief, the brutality of bullies, the magical realness of dreams, and the power of nature — this poetic triumph reveals we’re stronger than we think... With an urgent inferno of a climax suffused in magic and nature, the best of humanity glints through destructive flames to create a powerfully memorable story... Running with Horses brims with truths that light the way and warm the heart" * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisTory Brennan - great niece of Dr Temperance Brennan - and the Virals return for their most terrifying adventure yet.Life appears peaceful on Loggerhead Island rescued from financial disaster, the research institute is flourishing once more. But the tranquility is quickly shattered when Tory Brennan and her technophile gang discover a mysterious box buried in the ground. A seemingly innocent treasure hunt soon turns into a nightmarish game of puzzles, as it becomes clear that one false move will lead to terrible, explosive consequences.The clock is ticking. Can Tory and the Virals crack the code in time to save the city - and their own lives?

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Book SynopsisNight after night Elena, Matt, and Tima wake at exactly the same time, with no idea why. It''s messing them up and fracturing their lives . . . until they venture out into the dark and find each other. And then the sleepless trio realize their astounding power - they can speak any language; they can even communicate with animals. But something is happening over on the industrial estate-something which is emitting sounds that only they can hear, and killing any winged thing that crosses its path. There''s nobody to fight it but themselves, for only they can possibly understand it and what it means to do . . .A new edge-of-your-seat series from award-winning author, Ali Sparkes, with huge appeal for both boys and girls. Fast-paced action adventure about contemporary children with mysterious powers, told with Ali''s classic humour and lightness of touch.

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Book SynopsisTHE SECOND TITLE IN THE EXPLOSIVE NEW SERIES BY BESTSELLING AUTHOR CHRIS BRADFORD''I saw him die right in front of my eyes.''''That you did,'' replies Damien.''But you underestimated his power. Tanas is back and stronger than ever . . .''When Genna''s parents are murdered, the police put the tragedy down to a burglary gone wrong. But Genna knows the truth: the Soul Hunters are back and her nightmare is far from over.With home no longer safe, she flees to America to find Phoenix, the only one who can help her - or so she thinks. While searching for her Soul Protector, Genna meets other First Ascendants like her, and Soul Warriors tasked with protecting the Light.But the Hunters are on her trail and it''s only a matter of time before Genna comes face-to-face with their leader once more. For Tanas has miraculously incarnated into a new body, and is hungry for her soul.Genna must look to her past liveTrade Review'A fast-paced fantasy adventure with a thrilling plot and exciting characters' * BookTrust *A story that doesn't sit still! * Gill Ward, Alexandra Palace Children’s Book Award *Fantastic and a must read. If we could give it more than 5 stars, we would! * The Book Brothers *

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Book SynopsisTHE THRILLING FINALE TO THE SOUL SERIES BY BESTSELLING AUTHOR CHRIS BRADFORDTanas laughs, cruel and cold.''Won''t you Ascendants ever learn?My soul cannot be killed.Only I have the power to destroy souls.''Genna has lost everything. Her home, her parents, and now her only safe sanctuary. Forced to flee Haven, she faces a difficult decision: hide and survive, or stand and fight? Determined not to let Tanas win, Genna embarks on a desperate quest across continents to save the Light of Humanity. But can she and her friends complete their mission before Tanas and her Hunters catch up with them? Time is running out. And the clues to their quest are few and far between. Genna can only hope her soul will survive long enough to save the world . . .

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Book SynopsisThe very first children''s novel by Philip Pullman, Count Karlstien is a deliciously terrifying, wickedly funny adventure, beautifully illustrated by Peter Bailey.All Souls'' Eve is a night when nobody in the village of Karlstein dares to leave their homes. For that is the night that Zamiel, the Demon Huntsman, prowls through the forests in search of his prey . . .This year, however, the Huntsman doesn''t need to go searching. He knows exactly where to find his human prey. Ten years ago, he made a deal with the Count of Karlstein - and now the Demon Huntsman has come to collect his prize . . .Count Karlstien has offered up the lives of his two young nieces, Lucy and Charlotte. Lucky for the orphaned sisters, the Count''s maid, Hildi, has heard his evil plan and is determined that they will not be this year''s prey - not on her watch . . .Trade ReviewA masterly storyteller * Independent *

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Book SynopsisThe New York Times bestselling series returns! Your favourite royal family are back for another thrilling instalment of gossip, drama and romance . . .Beatrice Washington now rules America as its first ever queen, but her family are more concerned about rushing through her arranged marriage to a man she barely knows. No one can know that her heart really belongs to her bodyguard - but even their love is under threat.Meanwhile, Princess Samantha is under more scrutiny than ever before - and she still longs to be with her sister''s fiancee. But with no sign of Bea''s wedding being called off, she''s surprised to find someone else catching her eye.Nina Gonzalez is also tangled up with someone she never expected to be. She and Ethan are both nursing broken hearts, and it''s not long before they find themselves pulled irresistably together.Luckily for Daphne Deighton, Prince Jeff''s grief for his father makes him a prime target for her attentions. She''s the closest she''s been in years to getting what she wants . . . so why can''t she let the idea of her and Ethan go?As the royal wedding of the century creeps ever closer, will these four young women get what they want - or will their hearts be broken forever?Trade ReviewPraise for American Royals: An addictive Jilly Cooperesque saga * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisIt''s an old-fashioned puppet. The details are hard to make out in the dim light, but it looks like the puppet''s neck is broken. It''s a sad-looking thing, trapped there in its cage. Maybe I should let it out... THE MUST-HAVE THRILLER THAT WILL KEEP YOU GRIPPED, KEEP YOU GUESSING, AND KEEP YOU UP ALL NIGHT. ''A captivating and creeping mystery full of brilliantly twisting turns and dark secrets'' - Holly Jackson, bestselling author of A Good Girls'' Guide to Murder ''If you like Stephen King, snap this up!'' - Cass Green, Sunday Times bestselling author of In a Cottage in a Wood ''This book crawled under my skin and made itself a home there, and I can''t wait for people to start reading it so that I can scream about the ending with everyone I know'' - Inkandplasma book review ''Scream meets The Babadook in small-town USA'' - Kirsty Logan, award-winning author of The Gracekeepers Lola Nox is the daughter of a celebrated horror filmmaker - she thinks nothing can scare her. But when her father is brutally attacked in their New York apartment, she''s swiftly packed off to live with a grandmother she''s never met in Harrow Lake, the eerie town where her father''s most iconic horror movie was shot. The locals are weirdly obsessed with the film that put their town on the map - and there are strange disappearances, which the police seem determined to explain away. And there''s someone - or something - stalking Lola''s every move. The more she discovers about the town, the more terrifying it becomes. Because Lola''s got secrets of her own. And if she can''t find a way out of Harrow Lake, they might just be the death of her...Trade ReviewHarrow Lake is a captivating and creeping mystery full of brilliantly twisting turns and dark secrets. You'll hear Mister Jitters in the deadly whisper of the pages as you race through this chilling, thrilling book * Holly Jackson, bestselling author of A Good Girl's Guide to Murder *Lashings of 80s style * Guardian Books *Harrow Lake is a book that's hard to put down. Scary, suspenseful and deliciously twisty, it hits that 'Netflix binge' sweetspot. It's also a hugely entertaining riff on '80s and '90s horror, echoing everything from Stephen King to Scream, with some neat twists on familiar tropes * Fiona Noble *This dark and twisty book will keep you gripped to the very last page and give you sleepless nights. Atmospheric and beautifully written, Harrow Lake is a five-star must-read * Sarah J. Harris, author of The Colour of Bee Larkham's Murder *Scream meets The Babadook in small-town USA. This book made my retro-horror-loving heart sing * Kirsty Logan, award-winning author of The Gracekeepers *What a thrill-ride Harrow Lake is. If you like Stephen King, you'd be mad not to snap this up * Cass Green, Sunday Times top 10 bestselling author of In a Cottage In a Wood *A taut, twisting and terrifying read that takes no prisoners as it carves and claws its way into your nightmares. Expect more than just jitters... * Melinda Salisbury, author of Hold Back the Tide *A twisted thriller with a fantastically eerie setting in which nothing is what it seems. I loved the landmarks and gruesome history of Harrow Lake. The buried secrets, landslides, jitterbugs and the Bone Tree will stay with me for a long time. Kat Ellis's monstrous Mr Jitters and the frozen-in-time movie setting makes for a chilling read that had me looking over my shoulder and holding my breath * Michelle Harrison, author of A Pinch of Magic *Harrow Lake is scary, but also hugely fun . . . the claustrophobic Harrow Lake itself seems a fully realized world, a character in itself * The Bookseller *Deliciously creepy * Amy McCulloch, author of Jinxed *Ellis brings the claustrophobia of pulp fandom front and centre in this masterpiece of a novel * Dawn Kurtagich, author of The Dead House *With its creeping dread and unspooling secrets, Harrow Lake feels like an Alfred Hitchcock film in YA novel form. Thrilling, terrifying and utterly compelling. Deserves to be a summer blockbuster! * Katherine Webber, author of Wing Jones *

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Book SynopsisIntroducing an extraordinary series with real codes, real mysteries and real danger.Trade ReviewA must-read series for all fans of mystery adventure novels. * Scottish Daily Record *... plenty of action and adventure, mixed in with generous dollops of facts and information which will definitely appeal to readers who enjoy having their brains challenged as well as their imaginations. * The Bookbag *readers who love to follow clues and solve a mystery will be addicted to this gripping adventure * Julia Eccleshare, LoveReading4kids *This gripping thriller ... will have you on the edge of your seats. * TBK Magazine *Kept me on the edge of my seat the whole way. It was fantastic! * Written Dimension *meticulously planned and very well-written * Carousel Magazine *an utterly thrilling, exciting, intriguing romp. * MostlyReadingYA.com *Humour, despair, fear, excitement... This ticks all the boxes. * Inis Magazine *My favourite part of this tremendous book was the fact it was packed with so much excitement, on every page a new secret was unzipped and leaving you feeling so excited... it is a must read! * Rachie, guardian.co.uk *A beautifully drawn together story -- 01/10/2012 * Parents In Touch *

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Book SynopsisGet ready to see the world of teen influencers they''d never want you to share . . . From the bestselling author of PRETTY LITTLE LIARS Sara Shepard and actress and social media star Lilia Buckingham ''Literally could not put this book down. Absolutely loved it!'' Annie LeBlancDelilah is Internet-famous, in LA and at the start of something incredible. Everything is going to change . . . but not necessarily in the way she imagines. Jasmine is a child star turned media darling. Her selfies practically break Instagram. But if the world knew who Jasmine really was? Cancelled.Fiona is everyone''s best friend, always smiling. But on the inside? The girl''s a hot mess. If they discovered her secret, it wouldn''t just embarrass her: it would ruin her.Scarlet isn''t just styled to perfection: she is perfection with a famous boyfriend and an online fanbase devouring her every move. But every perfect thing has a Trade ReviewWelcome to the glamorous - and cutthroat - world of social media influencers . . . glossy and salacious * Kirkus Reviews *This is a fun romp and a peek into a fascinating, of-the-moment cultural phenomenon * SLJ *A timely tale that calls into question the pressures put on young people of influence and how far people are willing to go to get ahead * Booklist *Full of glamour, betrayal and - in true Sara Shepard style - murder too, this is a diverting and soapy summer read that's perfect for PLL fans. -- Natalie Xenos * Culturefly *

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Book SynopsisFrom the day he was found in a carrier bag on the steps of Guy's Hospital in London, Andy McNab has led an extraordinary life.As a teenage delinquent, Andy McNab kicked against society. As a young soldier he waged war against the IRA in the streets and fields of South Armagh. As a member of 22 SAS he was at the centre of covert operations for nine years on five continents. During the Gulf War he commanded Bravo Two Zero, a patrol that, in the words of his commanding officer, 'will remain in regimental history for ever'. Awarded both the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) and Military Medal (MM) during his military career, McNab was the British Army's most highly decorated serving soldier when he finally left the SAS.Since then Andy McNab has become one of the world's best-selling writers, drawing on his insider knowledge and experience. As well as several non-fiction bestsellers including Bravo Two Zero, the biggest selling British work of military history, heTrade ReviewMcNab at his best . . . Sean Harker is an excellent addition to the ranks of young adult protagonists and one who can hold his own, with ease, against a strong field * crimereview.co.uk *

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Book SynopsisAiden Thomas is a New York Times bestselling author with an MFA in Creative Writing from Mills College. Originally from Oakland, California, they now make their home in Portland, Oregon. As a queer, trans Latinx, Aiden advocates strongly for diverse representation in all media. Aiden's special talents include: quoting The Office, winning Jenga, finishing sentences with is my FAVORITE, and killing spiders. Aiden is notorious for not being able to guess the endings of books and movies, and organizes their bookshelves by colour. Aiden is the author of The Cemetery Boys, The Sunbearer Trials and Lost in the Never Woods.

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Book SynopsisLaurie Devore''s YA novel A Better Bad Idea is a searing look at a forgotten girl who has no good choices left, but one better bad idea . . . Evelyn Peters is desperate. Desperate for a way out of McNair Falls, the dying southern town that's held her captive since the day she was born. Desperate to protect her little sister from her mother's terrifying and abusive boyfriend. And desperate to connect with anyone, even fallen golden boy Ashton Harper, longtime boyfriend of the girl Evelyn can never stop thinking about beautiful, volatile, tragically dead Reid Brewer. Until a single night sends Evelyn and Ashton on a collision course that starts something neither of them can stop. With one struck match, their whole world goes up in flames. The only thing left to do is runbut leaving McNair Falls isn't as easy as just putting distance between here and there and some secrets refuse to stay left behind. A reckoning is coming . . . and

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Book SynopsisWilder Girls meets Outer Banks where a group of scuba diving friends stumbles across lost treasure, a legendary cave, and a new type of power... that comes at a price. The deeper you go, the darker you fall. Phoebe ?Phibs? Ray is never more at home than when she?s underwater. On a dive six months ago, she and her four closest friends discovered a handful of ancient gold coins, rocketing them into social media fame. Now, their final summer together after high school, they?re taking one last trip to a distant Australian island to do what they love most ? scuba dive.While diving a local reef, Phibs discovers a spectacular underwater sea cave, rumored to be a lost cave with a buried treasure. But when Phibs and her best friend Gabe surface from the cave, they notice that they''re undergoing strange changes. Oozing gashes that don?t heal. Haunting whispers in their heads... Something has latched onto them, lurking beneath their skin, transforming them from the inside out. When treasure hunters arrive, desperate to find the location of the cave and hold Phibs? group for ransom, she?ll do anything to keep her friends safe. In the process she learns that, of all the dreadful creatures of the sea, she might be the most terrifying of them all.

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Book SynopsisTravelling by night, Zak Nine and Erro are following a shadowy figure until the mysterious stranger disappears into a cave. The boys decide to follow. Inside they find a maze filled with priceless gems, along with a rough band of escaped criminals. Things go from bad to worse when a squad of Alcatraz guards arrives on the scene. When the guards start shooting their laser blasters, suddenly nobody is safe! Will Zak and Erro escape the deadly storm of laser fire, or will they be trapped in the endless dark forever?This special Express edition has a reduced level text of ATOS 2.0 or lower. With exciting illustrations and gripping, page-turning text, it is sure to engross even the most reluctant of readers.

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Book SynopsisThe explosive follow-up to MONSTER and VILLAIN by bestselling author Michael GrantVector may just be the deadliest enemy Dekka and the group will ever face.He is a swarm of disease-bearing insects. His victims are hit with a wide range of supercharged diseases, and are then unable to die, but go on and on in a living hell.With Sam, Astrid and Edilio back to help the them, they form a team known as the Rockborn Gang. The also have a new member: Simone. A blue skinned punk who can fly.But Vector is only just the beginning, and the Rockborn Gang are forced to question if everything they've gone through until now is even real.Perfect for fans of the GONE series, The Darkest Minds and X-Men

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Book SynopsisA thrilling supernatural adventure: dark, funny, with twists at every turn. The sequel to Thirteen Days of Midnight, shortlisted for the Waterstones Children''s Prize 2016.Luke Manchett used to be one of the most popular boys at school.That was before his necromancer father died and left him a host of vengeful ghosts that wanted him dead.Now everyone thinks he''s a freak.To make matters worse, the mysterious new girl at school is actually the daughter of his father''s deadliest enemy...And she''s out for revenge.Trade ReviewFull of fantastical thrills, supernatural spills and wail-out-loud wit, this sublimely plotted sequel to Thirteen Days of Midnight is a riotously riveting read. * lovereading4kids.co.uk *Praise for Thirteen Days of Midnight (book 1): a self-assured debut that's as funny as it is terrifying * Publishers Weekly *Praise for Thirteen Days of Midnight (book 1):An exciting read ... thrilling and spooky * The Week Junior *I'm rendered speechless. I had high hopes for Eight Rivers of Shadow and Leo Hunt has exceeded them in every possible way. * Addicted to Media *Hunt's ear for teen voices is acute - in a sub-genre overwhelmed by twinkly vampires, it is salutary to have a ballsy, convincing adolescent male voice. * The Guardian *This is an awesome book. * Teen Titles - Teen Reviewer, Abigail Strachan *

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Book SynopsisCrazy Rich Asians meets One of Us is Lying in this electrifying YA thriller where students at an elite prep school are forced to confront their secrets when their ex-best friend turns up dead. Nancy Luo is shocked when her former best friend, Jamie Ruan, top-ranked junior at Sinclair Prep, goes missing, and then is found dead. Nancy is even more shocked when word starts to spread that she and her friends - Krystal, Akil, and Alexander - are the prime suspects, thanks to "the Proctor," someone anonymously incriminating them via the school’s social media app. They all used to be Jamie’s closest friends, and she knew each of their deepest, darkest secrets. Now, somehow the Proctor knows them, too. The four must uncover the true killer before The Proctor exposes more than they can bear and costs them more than they can afford, like Nancy’s full scholarship. Soon, Nancy suspects that her friends may be keeping secrets from her, too. Katie Zhao’s YA debut is an edge-of-your-seat drama set in the pressure-cooker world of academics and image at Sinclair Prep, where the past threatens the future these teens have carefully crafted for themselves. How We Fall Apart is the irresistible, addicting, Asian-American recast of Gossip Girl that we’ve all been waiting for.Trade ReviewA delicious shock on every page. Zhao has written a modern Gossip Girl for the BIPOC set that serves up urgent insights on class, race, and the brutality of high school striving. * Stephan Lee, author of K-POP CONFIDENTIAL *Through the eyes of her fierce, determined, and morally grey protagonist, Zhao unflinchingly exposes the pressures of elite high schools. This juicy thriller is steeped in secrets, betrayal, and toxic competitiveness--you won’t be able to put it down. * Diana Urban, author of ALL YOUR TWISTED SECRETS *Dark, deceptive, and deliciously deadly, How We Fall Apart cuts to the core of the Asian American experience through a fast-paced, twisty academia thriller. * Amélie Wen Zhao, author of the Blood Heir trilogy *In this page-turning debut, Zhao weaves an exhilarating tale that shimmers with adventure, love, and loyalty. Readers will be enthralled up to the incredible and absolutely breathless end. * J.C. Cervantes, New York Times bestselling author of THE STORM RUNNER, on THE DRAGON WARRIOR *Dark, thrilling mystery. Readers who love Karen M. McManus will enjoy this fast-paced, dramatic story. * School Library Journal *[The] first-person narration capably drives this fast-paced thriller to its unrelenting close. * Publishers Weekly *This standout prep school murder mystery . . . . [Is] an enticing new treat for fans of Pretty Little Liars and Karen McManus. * Kirkus Reviews *Part thriller, part mystery, Katie Zhao weaves a suspenseful read that will have readers on the edge of their seat. * School Library Connection *. . . this is one that fans of Sara Shepard and Karen McManus will kill to read. * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisAll Anna Xu wants to do as she starts freshman year at the local prestigious Brookings University is keep up her stellar academic performance, break out of her shell, be more social ... and investigate the unsolved on-campus murder of her former babysitter six years ago. And if that wasn't difficult enough, it seems that Chris Lu, whose family are the Xu's business rivals, is attending Brookings too. There's no way they can be friends. Until a vandal attacks the Lu's bakery and Anna puts the perpetrator's call sign together with a clue from her investigation into the cold-case murder. When a very specific threat is made to Anna, she is forced to team up with Chris to undertake a dangerous search into the hate crimes happening around campus. Can they root out the current threat or will the town's ugly history take them down?Trade ReviewDark, thrilling mystery. Readers who love Karen M. McManus will enjoy this fast-paced, dramatic story * School Library Journal on HOW WE FALL APART *This standout prep school murder mystery ... [is] an enticing new treat for fans of Pretty Little Liars and Karen McManus * Kirkus Reviews on HOW WE FALL APART *...this is one that fans of Sara Shepard and Karen McManus will kill to read * Booklist on HOW WE FALL APART *

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Book SynopsisA dark psychological thriller about obsession, manipulation, and those friendships which take hold of you and never let you go.Tic tac toe, three girls in a row. Nine years old and inseparable. Friends for life, or so they think.Best friends Syd, Rain and Brie grew up on the wrong side of the tracks in the stifling California desert, desperately wishing for a way out.In the end, each of them will escape, but not in the way they expect. One will do it by dying, another by lying, a third by taking the fall. A deadly fire is set two weeks before the end of their senior year of high school and nothing will ever be the same.With gorgeous, taut prose and shocking twists, All the Best Liars will keep you guessing to the very last page.Trade ReviewA dynamic, suspenseful tale of friendship and betrayal. * Kirkus Reviews *A beautifully twisted and unsparing thriller that will have readers holding their breath until its fiery conclusion. * Courtney Summers *An atmospheric, richly drawn thriller about the complex nature of friendship. Amelia Kahaney unflinchingly captures the obsessive intensity of our earliest relationships, where trust is hard to come by, resentments simmer and burn, and whole friendships can go up in flames—literally. * Kass Morgan, author of The Ravens *A fast-paced, suspenseful, and thoroughly dramatic thriller . . . Older teens and fans of Pretty Little Liars and Riverdale will devour the dark drama. * School Library Journal *This slow burn thriller perfect for fans of We Were Liars will leave readers guessing until the very end. * B&N Reads *

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Book SynopsisThe 3rd volume of the beloved Miss Demeanor series is finally here. Red Nose Fred, a professional clown, has come to town to appear at children’s parties. Unfortunately, he’s also a jewel thief.Celia begins her Forensic II summer class following her successful investigation of The Case of the Crooked Cat. She meets Jimmy, a Native American boy from the Cherokee Nation, vacationing at his sister’s home in Connecticut. A new emotion troubles Celia, something she has not previously experienced.Is it love?

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Book SynopsisAfter her private school is rocked by a gruesome murder, a teen tries to find the real killer and clear her brother’s name in this “creepily potent story of a family legacy that gives terrifying shape to monsters real and imagined” (Kirkus Reviews) perfect for fans of The Taking of Jake Livingston and Ace of Spades.Sunny Behre has four siblings, but only one is a murderer. With the death of Sunny’s mother, matriarch of the wealthy Behre family, Sunny’s once picture-perfect life is thrown into turmoil. Her mother had groomed her to be the family’s next leader, so Sunny is confused when the only instructions her mother leaves is a mysterious note: “Take care of Dom.” The problem is, her youngest brother, Dom, has always been a near-stranger to Sunny…and seemingly a dangerous one, if found guilty of his second-degree murder charge. Still, Sunny is determined to fulfill her mo

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Book SynopsisFor Aiden, Chloe, Ava and Josh, holidays at their grandparents' cottage mean wild beaches, no curfew, Bella the dog, and most of all - adventure!The lead actress in Frost Castle's winter play is sure she's cursed! A break-in, a car accident, and now her precious locket is missing. But the cousins suspect a ruthless thief. With a blizzard raging outside and a legendary ghost in the castle corridors, unmasking this villain will take all their bravery and skill...Fleur Hitchcock is famous for her excellent "thrillers for beginners". This action-packed series takes 7+ readers on fantastic, realistic adventures.Cover illustration by Tom Clohosy Cole.Don't miss the other Clifftoppers adventures!The Arrowhead Moor AdventureThe Thorn Island AdventureThe Fire Bay AdventureLook out for Fleur Hitchcock's stories for older readers:Dear ScarlettSaving SophiaMurder In MidwinterMurder At TwilightThe Boy Who Flew

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Book SynopsisShared family holidays at Creek House have been the backdrop to Millie’s summers since forever. Hanging out with the other kids – Matt, Charlie, Jem and her best friend Kat – has made it her favourite time of the year. But this holiday things are different – the childhood games that once filled their days have lost their appeal to everyone except Millie. It’s not until the final night that the others agree to a game of hide and seek. But in the time it takes Millie to count to twenty, Kat vanishes. One year on, and struggling to come to terms with the events of last summer, Millie persuades the others to return to Creek House. It’s meant to give them closure, but it could be a chance to find out what happened. After all, people don’t just disappear, do they? A tightly plotted thriller, perfect for fans of Karen McManus, Holly Jackson, THE GREAT GODDEN and WE WERE LIARS.

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Book SynopsisA Young Adult Mystery Adventure set in Cornwall, by the 2013 winner of The Next Novelist. When fourteen-year-old Holly Champion's father sends her to an exclusive clifftop academy in Cornwall, she must race against time to save the people she loves and expose a chilling plot.

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