Children’s / Teenage fiction: Thrillers / suspense
St Martin's Press Payback
Book SynopsisThe unpredictable truth will be revealed in Payback, the stunning conclusion to Kristen Simmons' Edgar Award-nominated thriller series that started with The Deceivers...Brynn Hilder has conned a lot of people. From the spoiled rich kids of Sikawa City to her mom''s loser ex-boyfriend, from a motorcycle gang to a senator''s son. If there was money to be gained, or a secret to uncover, she figured out how to get it done. And thanks to Vale Hall and its director, Dr. David Odin, she''s found a family of hustlers just like her.Together, Brynn and her friends have overcome doubt, deceit, and betrayal to unearth the truth--a truth even a group of professional scammers couldn''t have predicted.And now they must tackle the biggest con artist of them all: the man who brought them all together.
£11.24
Hyperion Make Me a Liar
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The First to Die at the End
Book SynopsisIn this prequel to the NO. 1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING phenomenon of TIKTOK fame, They Both Die at the End, two new strangers spend a life-changing day together after Death-Cast make their first fateful calls. ‘If They Both Die at the End broke your heart and put it back together again, be prepared for this novel to do the same. A tender, sad, hopeful and youthful story that deserves as much love as its predecessor.’ Culturefly '[A] heart-pounding story [full] of emotion and suspense.' Kirkus 'An extraordinary book with a riveting plot.' BooklistMeet Orion and Valentino. It’s the night before Death-Cast goes live, and there’s one question on everyone’s mind: Can Death-Cast actually predict death, or is it an elaborate hoax? Orion Pagan has waited years for someone to tell him that he’s
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HarperCollins Publishers The Caravan at the Edge of Doom Foul Prophecy
Book SynopsisHilarious sequel to The Caravan at the Edge of Doom, perfect for fans of Terry Pratchett, David Walliams and Roald Dahl!Twelve-year old Harley is happy to be back home after her adventures in the Land of the Dead. But strange things soon start happening.A bunch of Restless Souls turn up in at school, the portal of doom breaks AND everyone thinks Harley has blown up her best friend Bess. Is this all connected to a mysteriousancient prophecy that everyone in the Land of the Dead keeps talking about? There's only one thing for it. Harley has to unleash her inner Legendary Hero and head Beyond Life for more monsters, mysteries and mayhem!This must-read sequel to the The Caravan at the Edge of Doom is full of heart, humour and heroism.Trade ReviewFor The Caravan at the Edge of Doom: ‘This is a book that combines the mundane with the otherworldly and the high stakes of a brilliant adventure story, all laced with an unapologetic light-hearted humour. . . With the beautiful, fitting and scene-setting black and white illustrations by Olia Muza, an endlessly funny protagonist and role model, and a mature discussion on more serious themes like familial relationships and handling the concept of death over the course of the book, it is exactly the kind of story I gravitated to when I was younger, and that still has a distinct charm today.’ The National ‘I loved the unique sense of humour’The Herald
£7.59
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Possible
Book SynopsisWhat if ... no one knows the truth about you? It''s been thirteen years since Kaylee''s infamous birth mother, Crystal, received a life sentence for killing Kaylee''s little brother in a fit of rage. Once the centre of a cult-following for her apparent telekinetic powers, nowadays nobody''s heard of Crystal. Until now, when a reporter shows up at Kaylee's house and turns her life upside down, offering Kaylee the chance to be part of a high-profile podcast investigating claims that Crystal truly did have supernatural mind powers. But these questions lead to disturbing answers as Kaylee is forced to examine her own increasingly strange life, and make sense of certain dark and troubling coincidences Unusual and gripping, The Possible will twist the reader round and round as it hurtles towards a sensational climax. For lovers of We Were Liars, Patrick Ness and Derren Brown.Trade ReviewYou will not sleep, check your phone or even breathe once you begin reading The Leaving. Altebrando hides a meditation on memory and identity inside a top-speed page-turner. I promise, you will not even look up from the page * E. Lockhart, author of WE WERE LIARS on THE LEAVING *This intriguing story will have you flipping pages until the very end * Buzzfeed, on THE LEAVING *4 stars: creepy mystery about missing children returning home * Heat Magazine on THE LEAVING *This book gripped me on the first page, and by the last, had really moved me. It's a twisty, oh no she didn't thriller that keeps the surprises firing, but also a thoughtful meditation on memory, identity, and what really makes us who we are * Bennett Madison, author of SEPTEMBER GIRLS on THE LEAVING *As heart-stopping as it is heartbreaking, The Leaving layers a wildly strange suspense story over a lovely and unexpected narrative of grief, loss, and the struggle to imagine a future in the shadow of the past -- Robin Wasserman, author of GIRLS ON FIRE on THE LEAVINGWe are rushed headlong into Altebrando’s The Leaving, and instantly we want to know: who are these wildly intriguing teens? Where are their memories hiding? Who or what has engineered the disappearance of their childhood? Bold, inventive, and engaging, The Leaving leaps straight off the page -- Beth Kephardt, author of SMALL DAMAGES and THIS IS THE STORY OF YOU on THE LEAVINGThis is no mere thriller; folded into this compulsively readable work are thought-provoking themes ... Teens who enjoy engrossing, contemplative titles such as Adam Silvera’s More Happy Than Not will devour this insightful musing on memory and identity -- starred review * School Library Journal on THE LEAVING *A twisting, harrowing story ... Engrossing, both as a thriller and a meditation on memory – its limits, its loss, and the ways it deceives and constructs identity -- starred review * Publishers Weekly on THE LEAVING *
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Hachette Children's Group Run Riot
Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED IN THE YOUNG ADULT CATEGORY FOR THE SPECSAVERS NATIONAL BOOK AWARDS 2018.From the editor of The Good Immigrant, an adrenaline-fuelled, powerful YA novel about young people taking charge of their own destiny. A novel about standing up and being counted.Aspiring MC Taran and her twin brother Hari never wanted to move to Firestone House. But when the rent was doubled overnight and Dad''s chemo meant he couldn''t work, they had to make this tower block their home. It''s good now though; they feel part of something here.When they start noticing boarded-up flats and glossy flyers for expensive apartments, they don''t think much of it - until Hari is caught up in a tragedy, and they are forced to go on the run. It''s up to these teenagers to uncover the sinister truth behind what''s going on in the block, before it blows their world apart.Trade ReviewThis novel is a teenage thriller, tense, absorbing and provocative. * Armadillo magazine *it's first and foremost a gripping page-turner that takes place over the space of 24 hours * The Irish Times *a taut crime-thriller set around a single night in Firestone House, a tower block in London. As Hari, Jamal, Anna and Taran try to unravel how deep the corruption in their building goes, tensions rise in a crackingly fast-paced and urgent plot. Plus, being writter by Shukla, it's also perfect to pick up after your teenager has finished with it * OX Magazine *'Speaking up for what you believe in also drives Run, Riot the YA debut from Nikesh Shukla, editor of The Good Immigrant, a book of essays about race...Told from multiple viewpoints over the course of a single night, this electrifying thriller explores gentrification, corruption and community.' -- Fiona Noble * The Observer *This book is hugely important * Sammy's Shelf *
£8.54
Hachette Children's Group Red Sky Burning
Book SynopsisWhere do you run when there's no one left to trust? The stunning follow up to DARK BLUE RISING, the new thriller trilogy from Teri Terry.
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Hachette Children's Group Friends Dont Tell
Book SynopsisTwo best friends. A weekend to remember. But what happened to Jade? A page-turning YA story tackling grief, anxiety and mental health - for fans of A Good Girl's Guide to Murder and Juno Dawson. It's been a year since Jade's death at Get Lost Festival. The headlines chalked it up as a tragic accident. But ever since, Lexi can't shake the feeling that one of their friends is hiding the truth about what happened. And recently Lexi's OCD has been getting worse - telling her that unless she gives in to compulsions, someone else close to her will die too. Now Lexi is determined to find out the truth. But piecing the facts together will be hard - because Jade was harbouring secrets of her own. How do you find the truth when you can't trust your own mind - or anyone else's? Best friends-turned-authors, Nadz and Grace have been to loads of festivals to
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Charisma
Book SynopsisAn edge-of-your-seat thriller from the bestselling author of, Nerve, the book behind 2016's hottest YA film, starring Emma Roberts, Dave Franco & Juliette Lewis. A chance at the ultimate makeover means deadly consequences... Aislyn suffers from crippling shyness - that is, until she’s offered a dose of Charisma, an underground gene therapy drug guaranteed to make her shine. The effects are instant. She’s charming, vivacious, and popular. But strangely, so are some other kids she knows. The media goes into a frenzy when the disease turns contagious, and then deadly, and the doctor who gave it to them disappears. Aislyn must find a way to stop it, before it's too late.Praise for Charisma '...this fast-paced and edgy novel has enough thrills, romance, and family drama to please a wide audience. This Robin Cook–like thrille
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Hot Key Books Follow Me Back
Book Synopsisthat the police think she went to meet one of them, he begins to wonder how well he ever really knew her, and Aiden doesn't know it yet, but with Lizzie's disappearance his life is about to take a twisted and desperate turn.Trade ReviewThe book deals with online madness and the risks it brings and although the subject matter is troubling, there is still lots to enjoy. Lizzie is a strong character and her reality TV star sister Cheska is amusing! -- Martin Chilton * telegraph.co.uk *A thrilling read, for fans of Gone Girl and We Were Liars * The Reading Zone *
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Hot Key Books Day 7
Book SynopsisThe tense and thrilling companion to Cell 7. Martha Honeydew has been released from the terrifying Cell 7. Isaac saved Martha's life, it is only right she now saves his. But with Martha still a target, her chances of saving Isaac are remote. Will Martha and Isaac ever reunite?Trade Review'A thrilling follow up, this is once more an adrenaline packed roller coaster ride of a novel that sets up an epic finale for the trilogy's finale.' * The Sun *
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Hot Key Books Arctic Zoo
Book SynopsisHe finds refuge in a derelict zoo with best friend Duke, but as the two of them grow close, the world outside becomes more and more hostile. Following two teenagers living very different lives, ARCTIC ZOO is an arresting thriller about protest, sexuality, mental heath and flawed leadership, from the bestselling author of CHERUB.
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Hot Key Books The Dare
Book SynopsisGet ready for another heart-racing, twist-filled thriller from the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author NATASHA PRESTON.WOULD YOU ACCEPT THE DARE?In Marley's town, senior student pranks are a rite of passage. They start out simple: Marley and her friends - Atlas, Lucia and Jesse - egg houses, fill the headteacher's office with glitter-filled balloons and set chickens loose in the halls.But when Jesse accepts a dare to drive Danger Alley, a ten-mile stretch of winding road that's notorious for car crashes, with no headlights, things take a turn for the worse. With her friends never backing down, Marley is caught between keeping the peace and keeping herself safe.Just how far will they all go to finish a dare? And, more importantly, will any of them make it back the same?
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Hot Key Books The Lake
Book SynopsisGet ready for another heart-racing, twist-filled thriller from the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author NATASHA PRESTON. WHAT WOULD YOU DO TO KEEP A SECRET SAFE?Esme and Kayla were once campers at Camp Pine Lake.
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Penguin Random House Australia Horror in Pleasantville
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Hachette Children's Group Raining Fire
Book SynopsisThe gun is the coward's fist. The gun is power.Alex and Ethan are growing up on an estate where there are just two choices: sport or crime. Ethan is selected for a football training programme in the US, his chance to escape the gangs that terrorise his neighbourhood. But Alex is drawn into an explosive feud with a gun at its heart.In this gripping and absorbing real life thriller, Alan Gibbons explores the complex issue of gun crime, and the far reaching consequences it can have.Trade ReviewThe characters in this moving and fast-paced story are real and the dilemmas they face believable. There are no easy solutions here, but courage and integrity shine through. * Carousel *Adventurous, breath-taking and realistic -- Isaac, Bolingbroke Academy, Year 8 * Books For Keeps *Fast-paced and straight-talking, Alan Gibbons' writing always does justice to the moral complexities of the problems it sets out to explore * Book Trust *Fast-moving and tense ... A thriller that provides an insight into street violence while never glamorising it * School Librarian *
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Oneworld Publications Let’s Go Swimming on Doomsday
Book Synopsis‘[A] potent, brutal read... You won't be able to forget this story of a young boy robbed of his own childhood.’ Marie Claire, best YA 2019 I tell myself I’ve chosen to live, but the water knows the truth. Waves brush my arms, soft as shroud linen. The water knows I have to die. Three years after his older brother is recruited by the Somali militia group Al Shaabab, Abdi and his family are kidnapped by Americans. In exchange for their freedom, he reluctantly agrees to go undercover to rescue his brother and help foil deadly attacks. After months in their ranks, Abdi finally escapes. Haunted and alone on the streets of Kenya, he steals what he can to get by. But an arrest for petty theft sets in motion a chain of events that force him to confront the past he’s been so desperately trying to forget.Trade Review'Greed, guilt, and redemption are layered in a sober yet tender narrative showing the lengths one will go to for loved ones.' * Kirkus Reviews *'An intriguing examination of ways familial loyalty and guilt can lead anyone to make desperate choices. Anderson uses the exploration of manipulation and coercion to craft a thought-provoking narrative.' * School Library Journal *'Anderson...breathe[s] ferocious life into a story that needs to be told. This is one of those tough but invaluable books with the power to increase a reader's awareness of and empathy for teens who have lost the right to be young.' * Booklist, starred review *'[Anderson] makes it clear how difficult it is for even children to survive this faith-based and historically rooted conflict unscathed.' * Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books *'Narrator Kevin R. Free breathes dramatic urgency into Anderson's intense story…Listeners hear and feel Abdi's horror and numb, helpless despair at the atrocities he witnesses — and perpetrates — and we rejoice at his redemption.' * AudioFile, Earphones Award Winner *‘[A] potent, brutal read... You won't be able to forget this story of a young boy robbed of his own childhood.’ -- Marie Claire, best YA 2019‘Let’s Go Swimming on Doomsday is a gritty, challenging, but worthwhile read offering a message of redemption.’ -- Armadillo Magazine
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Hachette Children's Group The Impossible: Book 1
Book SynopsisWhen Hector Coleman and his mates genetically mutate overnight, their lives change in impossible ways ... A comic-book inspired adventure for fans of Stephen King and Charlie Higson.Hector Coleman. Just your average angst-ridden teenager, living a normal rubbish life in a normal rubbish town with, let's face it, a rubbish name. But then all the teens in Hector's small town develop weird mutations, and not in a superhero-type way. Someone gets transparent skin, someone else starts breathing fire ... and that doesn't end well. What the hell is going on? Hector and his friends need to find out, before it's too late.It's a bit like Stranger Things, only stranger. Everything has changed. Apart from Hector's name. And his girl trouble. And his embarrassingly low number of Twitter followers. All those things, unfortunately, stay the same. For now ...A warm, funny novel about friendship, family, and being different - oh, plus aliens, mutants and some serious scares ... 'This is one of the weirdest books I have read - I loved it! If you ever imagined that people who get special gifts always turn out to be super-heroes, think again ... a sort of cross between super-hero story, sci-fi, detective story, love story ... More like this, please.' Melvin BurgessTrade ReviewPart thriller, part adventure story, part teenage angst comedy, part alien invasion sci-fi story - and all brilliant. I absolutely loved it and a huge number of teen readers will love it, too. * The School Librarian *
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Olympia Publishers The Residents of Willowpond Manor Hardback
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£14.39
Andersen Press Ltd Running with Horses
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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O'Brien Press Ltd Million Dollar Gift
Book SynopsisRoss Bentley is a skateboarding slacker, who has hardly any real friends, communicates with his father by grunting and hates his job in the local supermarket. Ross also has the gift of telekinesis but has always kept it hidden, even from those closest to him. That all changes when he learns of The Million Dollar Gift, a contest in which the organisers have challenged anyone to prove they have a superhuman skill. Any applicant who is successful will receive one million dollars prize money. Ross can't let this opportunity go by and enters the contest. He stuns the organisers by passing every test and wins the prize money. All does not go according to plan though; Ross's identity was supposed to be kept secret but when his test videos are leaked onto the internet he becomes a sensation. Within twenty four hours the entire world knows his name and what he can do. But fame is not all he has to deal with. He has attracted the attentions of others who have the gift, and not all of them are happy about his arrival on the scene.Trade Reviewan explosive page-turner … a must for every teenage boy who wants captivating adventure from beginning to end -- Mad About Booksstrong action thriller … had me glued from start to finish -- YAYeahYeah.comreally enjoyed the clever world-building … Somers does a great job of explaining the 'gifts' to his readers -- YAYeahYeah.com'a fast-paced thriller for ages 12+' -- yellowbrickreads.com blog'young teens will love the book's modern feel, with its awareness of current technologies and social media, exciting streamlined prose and explosive action sequences' -- yellowbrickreads.com blog'a wonderfully assured debut from a talented author' -- yellowbrickreads.com blog'readers will quickly be drawn into the exciting world of Ross Bentley and his Million Dollar Gift. I for one am looking forward to reading the next instalment''many teenage boys will enjoy the story with its focus on the paranormal, the exciting fights and the thriller element' -- SLA Magazine'very humorous, action packed, thrilling and very intriguing' -- http://newenglishirl.blogspot.ie/2013/02/the-million-dollar-gift-book-reviews-by.html?utm_source=dlv'fast-paced and very interesting and makes the reader continuously eager to turn to the next page!' -- http://newenglishirl.blogspot.ie/2013/02/the-million-dollar-gift-book-reviews-by.html?utm_source=dlva gripping story ... a fast-paced thriller -- Books Ireland'tantalizing' -- Inis'a young man’s journey from childhood into the exciting, often daunting world of adulthood' -- Inis'a modern day Catcher in the Rye' -- Inis'lovely!' -- Sarah Webb'11+ boys will lap it up! Really loved seeing the history of all the different gifts' -- Claire Hennessey'5/5. I cannot wait for the sequel!' -- Lilypad Library'a must-read for lovers of adventure, the supernatural, romance, crime and teen novels!' -- Lilypad Library'an absolutely brilliant book, really easy to read and will keep you hooked' -- Lilypad LibraryIan Somers has created brilliant characters and a captivating plot ... his writing will draw you in and keep you hooked. This book is electric! -- Lilypad LibraryPerfect for Anthony Horowitz fans. A gripping thriller. -- Irish Independent'looking forward to book 2, which I suppose says it all!' -- bookbabblers.co.uk'fast-paced read, with plenty of action, mystery and well-thought out background' -- bookbabblers.co.uk'a breath of fresh air for teenage boys' -- Woman’s Way'fast-paced, riveting and insightful ... highly recommended gripping read' -- Fallenstarstories.blogspot.'an adrenaline rush to the very end' -- CBI's Recommended Reads 2012
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Troika Books Blue Watch
Book SynopsisA novel of courage based on the experiences of John Harvey’s own father who served with the London Fire Brigade. 1940. Like most of his London contemporaries, 15 year-old Jack Riley is evacuated into the countryside to escape a city menaced by bombardment. But Jack manages to escape farm life and return to London where he joins his father, an auxiliary fireman with ‘Blue Watch’, and experiences the London Blitz at first hand as he works for the fire service as a bicycle messenger.
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The Book Guild Ltd The Fatal Oath
Book SynopsisThe Fatal Oath is the third book in the Oath series. Each book stands alone with separate main themes. 1957. Blackleigh is an elite public school for boys in Yorkshire where prejudice and seething hatreds are never far below the surface. Violence erupts against any Junior who the Seniors deem unfit. Jonathan Simon is 16, in his third year, and is self-conscious about being Jewish and having a birthmark on his cheek. He knows that: 1) The school code of conduct mandates no snitching, 2) The student Prefects, not the faculty, have absolute power to discipline and 3) Mr. Paul Wood, the temporary Headmaster, is weak and ineffectual. Jonathan meets Bobby Stuart, an American transfer student, who is also worried about being accepted. Their friendship binds them together as they soon run afoul three ruthless and ambitious Seniors in the House; Gabriel, Murray and Hausman – also known by their fanatic followers as ‘The Black Armbands’. As the pressure mounts, ambitions grow, friendships become closer and scheming increases. As for Jonathan, the year is only beginning…
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Austin Macauley Publishers LLC Diligently Screaming Lights Last Hope
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Hodder & Stoughton Theodore Boone The Accused
Book Synopsis''Truly gripping!'''' - 5-star reader reviewTheodore Boone is the thirteen year old who knows more about the law than most adult lawyers. He certainly never expected to be the victim of crime himself. But then his bike is vandalised, he''s attacked while doing his homework and, worst of all, framed for a robbery.When stolen computer equipment turns up in Theo''s school locker, the police start leaning on him hard. And he is the only suspect. What if he is found guilty? What about his dreams of becoming a lawyer? In a race against time, aided by his renegade uncle, Ike, Theo must find the real felon and reveal the true motivation behind the crimes of which he stands accused.*******************What readers are saying about THEODORE BOONE: THE ACCUSED''A rattling good read'' - 5 stars''Brilliant'' - 5 stars''Outstanding'' - 5 stars''He''s done it againTrade ReviewGrisham is wise and pragmatic about the world: poor parenting, prescription drug misuse and the violent lives of drifters all feature in this fast-paced tale. * Financial Times on THEODORE BOONE: THE ABDUCTION *Praise for THEODORE BOONE:Not since Nancy Drew has a nosy, crime-obsessed kid been so hard to resist. * The New York Times *Gripping... I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good mystery. I think everyone will be enthralled by Theodore Boone. * Scholastic News *There's a new kid on the young fiction block, and this one really does have serious powers: Theodore Boone, half-boy, half-lawyer... fans will be pleased to know there will be more of Theo's adventures to come. * Sunday Express *If you aspire to turn your children into lawyers who will keep you in your old age, John Grisham's Theodore Boone, his first novel for young people, might be for you. * Sunday Times *Contemporary lit for young readers has its icons: Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Artemis Fowl. Make way for the new kid on the block. * USA Today *
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Hachette Children's Group People to Follow
Book SynopsisTen influencers. Ten secrets. One dead body. A pacy, page-turning thriller perfect for fans of We Were Liars, The Inheritance Games and One Of Us Is Lying.''Agatha Christie meets TikTok . . . a wicked, juicy page-turner'' - Alexa Donne, author of Brightly BurningThey''re used to being followed. But not like this . . . Ten social media stars think they''re about to join the cast of a hot new reality show. But the production crew never shows up, and the influencers find themselves stranded on a deserted Caribbean island with no contact with the outside world - except for messages from the mysterious ''Sponsor'', who is threatening to expose their darkest secrets. When one of them winds up dead, things start to get more real than they bargained for . . .With the body count rising, the influencers must figure out who is trying to get them cancelled - like, literally - before their number oneTrade Review'Agatha Christie meets TikTok . . . a wicked, juicy page-turner.' -- Alexa Donne, author of BRIGHTLY BURNING'Mysteries unravel and secrets spill in this Gen Z thriller.' -- Kirkus Reviews'[With] lightning-quick pacing and savvy twists, and through four shifting perspectives, Worley notably considers social media fame's impact on both the content creator and their following.' -- Publishers Weekly
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HarperCollins Publishers And then there were none
Book SynopsisCollins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners.Collins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners.Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time and in any language. Now Collins hasadapted her famous detective novels for English language learners. These readers have beencarefully adapted using the Collins COBUILD grading scheme to ensure that the language is at thecorrect level for an intermediate learner. This book is Level 4 in the Collins ELT Readers series. Level4 is equivalent to CEF level B2 with a word count of 20,000 26,000 words.Each book includes: Full reading of the adapted version available for free online Helpful notes on characters Cultural and historical notes relevant to the plot A glossary of the more difficult wordsTen strangers are invited to a tiny island, each for a very different reason. Over dinner on the first night, a recorded message accuses each of the guests of a serious crime, all of which they deny. Then, by the end of that evening, one of the group is dead. A storm rises now no one can come or go from the island. Then another dies, and another.The killer has to be one of them but which one?
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Simon & Schuster Runaway
Book SynopsisA runaway can’t outrun her troubles in this spine-tingling installment in R.L. Stine’s bestselling Fear Street series—now with a fresh new look!Shadyside. It sounded like such a nice town, the perfect place for a runaway like Felicia. Nobody here would know about her dark powers. Nobody would know what she’s done. For once, she could be a normal girl. She could be safe. But someone in Shadyside discovers Felicia’s secret. Someone finds out about the awful things her powers made her do. Felicia doesn’t want to run away again. But if she stays, she might lose control. And then people would start to die.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The 5th Wave 3 The Last Star
Book SynopsisThe Last Star is the heart-stopping finale to the bestselling 5th Wave series by award-winning author, Rick Yancey. Perfect for fans of The Hunger Games, Divergent and The Maze Runner. *The 5th WAVE is now a major film by Sony Pictures, starring Chloe Grace Moretz*''Wildly entertaining . . . I couldn''t turn the pages fast enough'' The New York TimesThe enemy is Other. The enemy is us. They''re down here, they''re up there, they''re nowhere. They want the Earth, they want us to have it. They came to wipe us out, they came to save us.But beneath these riddles lies one truth: Cassie has been betrayed. So has Ringer. Zombie. Nugget. And all 7.5 billion people who used to live on our planet. Betrayed first by the Others, and now by ourselves.In these last days, Earth''s remaining survivors will need to decide what''s more important: saving themselves . . . or saving what makes us human.www.The5thWaveIsComing.com www.rickyancey.com''Remarkable, not-to-be-missed-under-any-circumstances . . . JUST READ IT'' Entertainment Weekly''The next HIT'' Daily Mail''This gut-wrenching sequel to The 5th Wave careens on a violent course of non-stop action.'' Publishers Weekly, starred review''CHILLING'' Sun''The pace is RELENTLESS'' Heat''A modern sci-fi masterpiece . . . Should do for aliens what Twilight did for vampires.'' USA Today''ACTION-PACKED'' MTV.com''A twisty survival story that borrows elements from romance, horror and dystopian fiction'' Wall Street Journal''An epic sci-fi adventure about a terrifying alien invasion. You''ll read it in one sitting'' Bookseller''Heartfelt, violent, paranoid epic, filled with big heroics and bigger surprises . . . a sure thing for reviewers and readers alike.'' Booklist (starred review)''A gripping SF trilogy about an Earth decimated by an alien invasion... the question of what it means to be human is at the forefront'' Publishers Weekly''Borrow this one from your teen''s nightstand while they''re at school.'' People Magazine*Winner of the 2014 Red House Children''s Book Award *2014 Children''s Choice Book Awards Finalist for Teen Book of the Year*A YALSA 2014 Best Fiction for Young Adults*A YALSA 2014 Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Readers*A Booklist 2014 Best Fiction for Young Adults*A VOYA 2013 Perfect Ten*An Amazon Best Book of the YearBooks in the series:The 5th Wave (Book 1)The Infinite Sea (Book 2)The Last Star (Book 3)Trade ReviewWildly entertaining... I couldn't turn the pages fast enough * The New York Times *A modern sci-fi masterpiece... should do for aliens what Twilight did for vampires. * USA Today *Nothing short of amazing * Kirkus (starred review) *An epic sci-fi adventure about a terrifying alien invasion. You'll read it in one sitting * Bookseller *Remarkable, not-to-be-missed-under-any-circumstances * Entertainment Weekly *A gripping SF trilogy about an Earth decimated by an alien invasion... the question of what it means to be human is at the forefront * Publishers Weekly *This is DAMN and WOW territory. Quite simply, one of the best books I've read in years -- Melissa Marr, New York Times bestselling author.This book is scary! * Teen Now (starred review) *A fantastic read. The 5th Wave is an electrifying page-turner -- Kathy Reichs, New York Times bestselling authorYancey's heartfelt, violent, paranoid epic, filled with big heroics and bigger surprises, is part War of the Worlds, part Starship Troopers, part Invasion of the Body Snatchers, and part The Stand . . . a sure thing for reviewers and readers alike. * Booklist (starred review) *Breathtakingly fast-paced and original, The 5th Wave is a reading tsunami that grabs hold and won't let go. -- 'Melissa De La Cruz, New York Times bestselling author of the Blue Bloods series....a twisty survival story that borrows elements from romance, horror and dystopian fiction * Wall Street Journal *Wildly entertaining... I couldn't turn the pages fast enough -- Justin Cronin * New York Times *The pace is relentless * Heat *Action-packed. * MTV.com *A cut above anything else in the genre * Sunday Telegraph *Borrow this one from your teen's nightstand while they're at school * People Magazine *
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HarperCollins Publishers The Iron Sword (The Iron Fey: Evenfall, Book 2)
Book SynopsisAs Evenfall nears, the stakes grow ever higher for those in Faery… Banished from the Winter Court for daring to fall in love, Prince Ash achieved the impossible and journeyed to the End of the World to earn a soul and keep his vow to always stand beside Queen Meghan of the Iron Fey. Now he faces even more incomprehensible odds. Their son, King Keirran of the Forgotten, is missing. Something more ancient than the courts of Faery and more evil than anything Ash has faced in a millennium is rising as Evenfall approaches. And if Ash and his allies cannot stop it, the chaos that has begun to divide the world will shatter it for eternity.Trade ReviewReaders LOVE Julie Kagawa ‘Absolutely fantastic. It was incredible to be back in the Iron Fey world and reunite with some of my favourite characters!!’ NetGalley reviewer ‘A captivating tale of how old wounds run deep, love, heartbreak and overcoming your inner demons. I highly recommend’ NetGalley reviewer ‘I love this universe and these characters so much!’ NetGalley reviewer ‘If you liked the Iron Fey series you will love this, and if you haven't read Iron Fey yet I urge you to start, Like NOW!’ NetGalley reviewer ‘Wow, what a ride!’ ‘Gripping and unforgettable’ ‘A captivating read full of intriguing characters and plot twists’ ‘An amazing world to get lost in. Amazing writing and fabulous characters. Can't wait to get stuck into the next book’ ‘I am totally hooked’ ‘God, I pretty much devoured this book.’ ‘This book was outstanding… I was totally enthralled.’ ‘I never wanted to leave the beautiful world Julie Kagawa painted.’
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Cornerstone Ali Cross: The Secret Detective
Book SynopsisSchool, mysteries, crime-solving - just an ordinary day for Ali Cross!Ali has helped to solve two big cases and he knows he has what it takes to follow in the footsteps of his famous father, Alex Cross.Eager to keep solving crimes, Ali and his friends hack into police calls and secretly check out crime scenes to crack the cases themselves.But when Ali witnesses something terrible, he must grapple with some tough questions about what it means to be a detective, and a detective's son.Will Ali be the one in danger this time?____________________________Praise for the Ali Cross series'This one will fly off the shelves' Booklist'A fresh look at the world of James Patterson's most famous protagonist' School Library Journal'The prolific king of the beach read is back with an intergenrational mystery for the 9-to-12-year-old set' Kirkus
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Hot Key Books The Secret Runners of New York
Book SynopsisGossip Girl meets Mad Max in this breakneck thriller from an international bestselling author where the line between rich and poor is the line between life and death. And what Skye discovers there is horrifying .Trade ReviewA fast-paced explosive dystopian adventure that will have teens hooked from the beginning. Its edgy, disturbing and darkly imaginative plot brims with characters to love and hate. Stranger Things meets Gossip Girl. -- Zoe James-Williams * South Wales Evening Post *Such a fun read ... [a] bloody exciting novel -- Jayne Nelson * SFX Magazine *Bloodily exuberant thriller ... ingenious time-travel plotting references. -- Suzi Feay * Financial Times *... a hell of a ride -- Paul Hunter * Herald Sun (Melbourne) *... extremely entertaining and a lot of fun to read -- Michael Popple * Canberra Weekly *... one of the most adrenaline pumping, invigorating, goosebump-inducing reads I have EVER read! * brooklyn.the.bookworm *... something here for everyone to enjoy * Bookish Kirra *Phew, what a ride! * BookBookOwl *Such a quick and captivating read ... would definitely recommend * Library of Books and Tea *I really do truly love this book a lot. I didn't think that it could get any better but it did. Building up to the ending was so much fun. The ending was so bittersweet and it couldn't have gone any better than it did. It was just the most perfect ending to a really jam packed thrilling scenes of a book. * Legenbooksdary *An entertaining read * Snow White Hates Apples *Thrilling and fast-paced...Reilly offers up a cautionary tale with genuine heart and a central heroine who you'll be cheering on. * CultureFly *
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HarperCollins Publishers The Rescue
Book SynopsisThe owls of Ga''Hoole return in the third book of the series ready to battle new and far more dangerous threats. Based on Katherine Lasky''s work with owls, this adventures series is bound to be a hit with kids. Join the owls in their quest to safeguard the owl kingdom from the encroaching evil!Out of the darkness a hero will riseEver since Soren was kidnapped and taken to the St Aegolius School for Orphaned Owls, he has longed to see his sister Eglantine again. Now Eglantine is back in Soren's life, but she's been through an ordeal too terrible for words. And Ezylryb, Soren's mentor, has disappeared. Deep within Soren's gizzard, something more powerfulthan knowledge tells him there's a connection between these events.In order to rescue Ezylryb, Soren must embark upon a perilous quest. It will bring him face to face with a force more dangerous than anything the rulers of St Aggie's could have devised a truth that threatens to destroy the owl kingdom.Trade Review“Fans of the series will be standing in line for the next installment, and readers with a penchant for animal fantasies will be engaged by this nice lead-in to the more complex tomes of Brian Jaques's Redwall series and Avi's Poppy books.” VOYA
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Random House USA Inc Death in the Cards
Book SynopsisThe young adult debut from the award-winning author of Arsenic and Adobo! When a high school tarot reader?s latest client goes missing after a troubling reading, she must apply everything she?s learned from her private investigator mother to solve a case of her own.Danika Dizon is a natural problem-solver. Thanks to her private investigator mom and mystery author dad, she''s equipped with the skills to offer guidance to anxious classmates who come to her for a tarot reading between classes. For a price, of course.But when one of her clients vanishes shortly after they''re dealt a death card, the girl?s younger sister Gaby begs Danika to figure out what went wrong. Danika takes on the case, thinking it''s the perfect way to prove to her parents that she should be an official investigator in the family?s detective agency.What starts off as a compelling challenge quickly devolves into something darker as Danika and Gaby peel back layer after layer of the secret life the missing girl has been living. A life that those involved would do anything to keep from being revealed…
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Hot Key Books The Good Girls
Book SynopsisThey're good girls . . but no one's perfect . . . Mackenzie, Ava, Julie, Parker and Caitlin are five senior high-school girls who seem to have it all. Sure, they talked about killing rich bully Nolan Hotchkiss, but they didn't go through with it. It's just a coincidence that Nolan died in exactly the way they planned . . .Trade ReviewGlamorous, intriguing and sexy * Heat magazine (Praise for the PRETTY LITTLE LIARS series) *Addictive . . . it's scandal central * Company magazine (Praise for the PRETTY LITTLE LIARS series) *
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Penguin Books Ltd The Revenge of Seven
Book SynopsisDiscover the heartstopping fifth instalment in the Lorien Legacies series by Pittacus Lore, the bestselling author of I AM NUMBER FOUR''Exhilarating . . . Each book grows more and more cataclysmic and heroic'' 5***** Reader Review''This series is consistently captivating. It makes me shiver to think about it'' 5***** Reader Review______The worst was supposed to be over.We were reunited after a decade apart. We were discovering the truth about our past. We were training and getting stronger every day. We were even happy. . . .We never imagined the Mogadorians could turn one of our own against us. We were fools for trusting Five. And now Eight is lost forever. I would do anything to bring him back, but that''s impossible. Instead, I will do whatever it takes to destroy every last one of them.I''ve spent my entire life hiding from them, and they''ve stolen everything away from me. But that stops now. We''re going to t
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The 5th Wave 2. The Infinite Sea
Book SynopsisThe Infinite Sea is the second book in the phenomenal and bestselling 5th Wave series by award-winning author, Rick Yancey. Perfect for fans of The Hunger Games, Divergent and The Maze Runner**The 5th WAVE is now a major film by Sony Pictures, starring Chloe Grace Moretz*''Wildly entertaining . . . I couldn''t turn the pages fast enough'' The New York TimesHow do you rid the earth of seven billion humans? Rid the humans of their humanity. Cassie Sullivan and her companions lived through the Others'' four waves of destruction. Now, with the human race nearly exterminated and the 5th Wave rolling across the landscape, they face a choice: brace for winter and hope for Evan Walker''s return, or set out in search of other survivors before the enemy closes in. Because the next attack is more than possible - it''s inevitable.No one can anticipate the depths to which the Others will sink - nor the heights to which humanity will rise . . . www.The5thWaveIsComing.com www.rickyancey.com''Remarkable, not-to-be-missed-under-any-circumstances . . . JUST READ IT'' Entertainment Weekly''The next HIT'' Daily Mail''This gut-wrenching sequel to The 5th Wave careens on a violent course of non-stop action.'' Publishers Weekly, starred review''CHILLING'' Sun''The pace is RELENTLESS'' Heat''A modern sci-fi masterpiece . . . Should do for aliens what Twilight did for vampires.'' USA Today''ACTION-PACKED'' MTV.com''A twisty survival story that borrows elements from romance, horror and dystopian fiction'' Wall Street Journal''An epic sci-fi adventure about a terrifying alien invasion. You''ll read it in one sitting'' Bookseller''Heartfelt, violent, paranoid epic, filled with big heroics and bigger surprises . . . a sure thing for reviewers and readers alike.'' Booklist (starred review)''A gripping SF trilogy about an Earth decimated by an alien invasion... the question of what it means to be human is at the forefront'' Publishers Weekly''Borrow this one from your teen''s nightstand while they''re at school.'' People Magazine*Winner of the 2014 Red House Children''s Book Award *2014 Children''s Choice Book Awards Finalist for Teen Book of the Year*A YALSA 2014 Best Fiction for Young Adults*A YALSA 2014 Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Readers*A Booklist 2014 Best Fiction for Young Adults*A VOYA 2013 Perfect Ten*An Amazon Best Book of the YearBooks in the series:The 5th Wave (Book 1)The Infinite Sea (Book 2)The Last Star (Book 3)Trade ReviewWildly entertaining... I couldn't turn the pages fast enough * The New York Times *A modern sci-fi masterpiece... should do for aliens what Twilight did for vampires. * USA Today *Nothing short of amazing * Kirkus (starred review) *An epic sci-fi adventure about a terrifying alien invasion. You'll read it in one sitting * Bookseller *Remarkable, not-to-be-missed-under-any-circumstances * Entertainment Weekly *A gripping SF trilogy about an Earth decimated by an alien invasion... the question of what it means to be human is at the forefront * Publishers Weekly *This is DAMN and WOW territory. Quite simply, one of the best books I've read in years -- Melissa Marr, New York Times bestselling author.This book is scary! * Teen Now (starred review) *A fantastic read. The 5th Wave is an electrifying page-turner -- Kathy Reichs, New York Times bestselling authorYancey's heartfelt, violent, paranoid epic, filled with big heroics and bigger surprises, is part War of the Worlds, part Starship Troopers, part Invasion of the Body Snatchers, and part The Stand . . . a sure thing for reviewers and readers alike. * Booklist (starred review) *Breathtakingly fast-paced and original, The 5th Wave is a reading tsunami that grabs hold and won't let go. -- 'Melissa De La Cruz, New York Times bestselling author of the Blue Bloods series....a twisty survival story that borrows elements from romance, horror and dystopian fiction * Wall Street Journal *Wildly entertaining... I couldn't turn the pages fast enough -- Justin Cronin * New York Times *The pace is relentless * Heat *Action-packed. * MTV.com *A cut above anything else in the genre * Sunday Telegraph *Borrow this one from your teen's nightstand while they're at school * People Magazine *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Outbreak: Code Red
Book SynopsisThirteen-year-old Ben Tracey is looking forward to spending the summer in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where his father has been hired to examine the valuable mineral Coltan that's being mined there. They soon realise that the people living in the village near the mine are frightened and it doesn't take long for Ben and his father to discover why: behind the door of every hut there is at least one person dying or seriously ill, and no one seems to be doing anything to help.As Ben's father falls ill, it's up to Ben and his new friend from the village, Halima, to try and tell the government what's going on so the village can be isolated before the sickness spreads further. Will they be able to prevent disaster?Trade ReviewUtterly convincing * The Times *Fast-paced aciton thriller that hits all the right spots * The Bookseller *Ryan excels with description * writeaway.org.uk *
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Headline Publishing Group Mr Monster
Book SynopsisMr Monster is the second chilling novel in Dan Wells''s John Wayne Carver series, and the follow up to I Am Not A Serial Killer - now a major motion picture.John Wayne Cleaver has always known he has a dark side but he''s fought hard to oppress it and live a normal life - separating John from Mr Monster to survive. But after confronting and destroying the vicious killer that was terrorizing his town, his inner monster is getting stronger and harder to contain. And now more bodies are being discovered... With the police failing to catch Clayton County''s second serial killer John is going to have to use his secret knowledge of the first demon-killer to trap the second...but will he be able to avoid suspicion falling on him, and, in the face of extreme horrors, will he be able to restrain Mr Monster?
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Headline Publishing Group I Dont Want To Kill You
Book SynopsisI Don''t Want to Kill You is the third darkly comic novel in the John Wayne Carver series by Dan Wells, the first of which - I Am Not a Serial Killer - is now a major motion picture.Sixteen-year-old John Wayne Cleaver has always known he''s different, but not because he only has one friend (and doesn''t much like him) and not because he regularly helps out in his mother''s mortuary. He''s different because he recognizes the classic signs of an incipient serial killer in his own personality, and he''s created a rigid set of rules to follow to keep his darker nature, the one he calls Mr Monster in check.But John discovers it''s the personality traits he so fears that put him in the best position to save the people of his town from a series of horrific and disturbing killers...
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HarperCollins Publishers The Treatment
Book SynopsisThis gripping book will keep you hooked, whatever your age.' Fabulous magazineThe stunning YA debut thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Escape.You have to help me. We're not being reformed. We're being brainwashed.All sixteen year old Drew Finch wants is to be left alone. She''s not interested in spending time with her mum and stepdad and when her disruptive fifteen year old brother Mason is expelled from school for the third time and sent to a residential reform academy she''s almost relieved.Everything changes when she''s followed home from school by the mysterious Dr Cobey, who claims to have a message from Mason. There is something sinister about the treatment' he is undergoing. The school is changing people.Determined to help her brother, Drew must infiltrate the Academy and unearth its deepest, darkest secrets.Before it's too late.Trade Review‘A truly heart-pounding page turner for young adults, with a brilliant climax.’ New! magazine ‘This gripping book will keep you hooked, whatever your age.’Fabulous magazine ‘Suspense, suspicion and sinister secrets abound in this accomplished YA debut.’ Lovereading.co.uk ‘Creepy, chilling and thrilling – The Treatment will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last sentence.' Tamsyn Murray, author of Instructions for a Second-Hand Heart. ‘A gripping look into a nightmare future.’ Caroline Green author of Dark Ride
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Oneworld Publications OtherLife: Last Reality Series
Book SynopsisThe eagerly anticipated third instalment in the fast-paced Last Reality series Simon, Kat, Busara, and Elvis are on the run with the tech super-villains at the Company hot on their heels. The new VR gaming experience the Company created, OtherEarth, is set to change how the world experiences video games. Paired with the hardware the Company developed, it has the potential to change the world as we know it, altering our reality forever. The Company is on its way to becoming the world's newest superpower. And Simon is determined to shut them down forever. But to do that, he'll have to survive OtherLife – the next phase of gaming, and a complete reality reboot.Trade ReviewIn praise of Otherworld: 'Full of high stakes, thrillers, and fantastic twists and turns, fans of Ready Player One are sure to love this addictive read.' Buzzfeed 'A potent commentary on how much we’re willing to give up to the lure of technology.' EW 'A fantastic journey from start to finish.' Hypable 'An engaging VR cautionary tale.' AV Club
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Chicken House Ltd The Secret Keepers
Book Synopsis A dazzling mystery from the bestselling author of the Mysterious Benedict Society, now a major TV series on Disney+! 'A timeless fantasy ... a stretching and satisfying read' THE GUARDIAN 'Full of great excitement and wonderful invention' THE NEW YORK TIMES 'This captivating page-turner, with layers of secrecy and intrigue, is a compelling read' BOOKTRUST When Reuben discovers an old pocket watch, he soon realizes it holds an incredible power: it can turn you invisible for fifteen minutes. He can't resist the lure of disappearance: for a time, he can vanish from the despotic regime of New Umbra. But the watch's power is even more extraordinary than he imagines. Soon, he's on the run from New Umbra's ruler, The Smoke, who's determined to possess it for himself ... A dazzling new story from Trenton Lee Stewart, author of the New York Times bestselling Mysterious Benedict Society series – now on Disney+ Fantastical elements and a truly original setting form the backdrop for this twisty-turny mystery Includes quirky interiors illustrations
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HarperCollins Publishers A murder is announced
Book SynopsisCollins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners.Collins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners.Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time and in any language. Now Collins hasadapted her famous detective novels for English language learners. These readers have beencarefully adapted using the Collins COBUILD grading scheme to ensure that the language is at thecorrect level for an intermediate learner. This book is Level 4 in the Collins ELT Readers series. Level4 is equivalent to CEF level B2 with a word count of 20,000 26,000 words.Each book includes: Full reading of the adapted version available for free online Helpful notes on characters Cultural and historical notes relevant to the plot A glossary of the more difficult wordsAn advertisement in the local newspaper announces that there is going to be a murder this evening at Little Paddocks but this is news even to the people who live at Little Paddocks! Interested villagers and friends appear that evening perhaps it's a game, they thinkThe lights go out, there is silence, and then a gun is firedIt seems this was no game. Someone really has been murdered!
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Agent 21: Book 1
Book SynopsisSome authors just write about it. Chris Ryan has been there, done it, and lived to tell the tale. Agent 21 is the first in the action-packed adventure series by the real-life SAS hero.When Zak Darke's parents die in an unexplained mass murder he's left alone in the world. That is until he's sought out by a mysterious man: 'I work for a government agency,' the man tells him. 'You don't need to know which one. Not yet. All you need to know is that we've had our eye on you. There's a possibility you could help us in certain . . . operational situations.'Zak becomes Agent 21. What happened to the 20 agents before him he'll never know. What he does know is that his life is about to change for ever . . .Trade ReviewBoys are less likely than girls to read for fun so it is even more important their books are gripping from the off. This one certainly is -- Natasha Harding * The Sun *SAS hero Chris Ryan sets a cracking pace for this story of school boy Zak Darke's recruitment by a government agency * Love Reading *Ryan draws on the same knowledge which made his series of SAS-themed books such a success and is set to follow up his previous popularity among both adult and younger readers * Sheffield Star *The ensuing plot is well paced and exciting enough to keep even seasoned fans of the genre interested . . . Agent 21 shows a lot of promise * bookzone4boys.blogspot.com *This one hits the ground running and does not let up until the end, and I cannot imagine even the pickiest teen reader finding anything uncool about a story concerning such a topical - and dangerous - issue * myshelf.com *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Liars Beach
Book Synopsis''Fast-paced and will have you hooked. You're in for a killer summer.'' MetroWE WERE LIARS meets GOSSIP GIRL - this YA thriller with a splash of dark academia is full of secrets, lies, privileged teens and beach parties. The perfect summer read.A body in the pool. A friend who might be an enemy. A vacation they''ll never forget . . .Linden has always felt like an outsider and spending the summer at his best friend''s vacation house, surrounded by money and privilege is doing nothing to lessen his imposter syndrome. But he soon has bigger concerns than fitting in - there''s a body in the pool and everyone''s a suspect - including him.Readers LOVE Liar''s Beach:An addictive addition to the thriller genreIf you''re looking for a quick, engrossing YA thriller, look no further than Liar''s Beach. Fingers crossed for more!A wonderful and beautifully written YA book, in the modern One of Us Is Lying vein. I rea
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Hot Key Books Waking the Witch
Book Synopsis.'When Ivy's search for her mother draws her to a remote Welsh isle, she uncovers a dark secret about her past. An ancient and corrupt power is stalking Ivy, and her only chance of survival is to look deep within herself.Trade ReviewA crackingly atmospheric read blending mystery, horror and Arthurian myth into a spellbinding tale. -- Gina Blaxill, author of You Can Trust MeWaking the Witch honestly feels like Rachel Burge reached into my head and found the things I wanted to read. Maybe I'm used to Arthurian retellings that more often explore the Knights and King Arthur, so I was pleasantly surprised that this explored the women's side of the story. -- Bryony, The Indecisive Readers * Instagram *Wow. Just wow. Absolutely fantastic read from start to finish. On my top Author list - can literally not fault the writing or the story one bit. -- Katie, ReadersroostUnusually strange, very descriptive, and entertaining. -- Shelley Bleese * NetGalley *This was full of magic, mystery and folklore...I could not put it down and have gone straight to pre-order a physical copy so I can re-read it again and again. The characters and their development were outstanding, and I can't wait to read more by Rachel - one question - will there be a sequel???? -- Ella Jones * NetGalley *Wow, wow, wow! Gripping from the first chapter, this book was absolutely page turning and my new favourite! It had everything I love, witches, magick, Avalon, Merlin and so much more. What a twist on Merlin. I loved it. A great read that shows the true power of what love can do! -- Melissa Stanton * NetGalley *I sped through this book wanting to know what happened next - always a sign of a good book! I thoroughly recommend this book for its re-imagining of the Arthurian legend in a modern setting. -- Jenny Gill * NetGalley *I enjoy a good YA book with a strong main character and this certainly ticked those boxes...The mythology and legend within this book are brilliant. -- Georgina Candy * NetGalley *
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HarperCollins Publishers The Iron Raven (The Iron Fey: Evenfall, Book 1)
Book Synopsis ‘I loved loved LOVED this book!!!’ NetGalley reviewer ‘You may have heard of me…’ Robin Goodfellow. Puck. Prankster, joker, raven, fool… King Oberon’s right-hand jester from A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The legends are many, but the truth will now be known as never before, as Puck finally tells his own story and faces a threat unlike any before. A threat that brings him face-to-face with a new enemy…himself. With the Iron Queen Meghan Chase and her prince consort, Puck’s longtime rival Ash, and allies old and new by his side, Puck begins a fantastical and dangerous adventure not to be missed or forgotten. Evenfall is coming, and with it a reckoning that even their combined powers and wits may not vanquish, as a shadow falls over the lands of Faery and the world slips into chaos. The Iron Raven is the first story in an epic new chapter of the Iron Fey series from New York Times bestseller, Julie Kagawa, perfect for fans of Brigid Kemmerer and Sarah J. Maas. Readers LOVE The Iron Raven ‘Absolutely fantastic. It was incredible to be back in the Iron Fey world and reunite with some of my favourite characters!!’ NetGalley reviewer ‘A captivating tale of how old wounds run deep, love, heartbreak and overcoming your inner demons. I highly recommend’ NetGalley reviewer ‘I love this universe and these characters so much!’ NetGalley reviewer ‘If you liked the Iron Fey series you will love this, and if you haven't read Iron Fey yet I urge you to start, Like NOW!’ NetGalley reviewer And they love Julie Kagawa too! ‘Wow, what a ride!’ ‘Gripping and unforgettable’ ‘A captivating read full of intriguing characters and plot twists’ ‘An amazing world to get lost in. Amazing writing and fabulous characters. Can't wait to get stuck into the next book’ ‘I am totally hooked’ ‘God, I pretty much devoured this book.’ ‘This book was outstanding… I was totally enthralled.’ ‘I never wanted to leave the beautiful world Julie Kagawa painted.’
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