Children’s / Teenage fiction: Thrillers / suspense

Book SynopsisA boy. A drone. And the danger below ... ' ... a gripping adventure, with all the right ingredients. Local bullies, sinister villains, high-speed chases, terrorism plans, explosive weaponry, missing evidence and dramatic escapes.' BOOKTRUST 'Filled with mystery, adventure and plenty of action, this book has lots of twists and turns and I didn't know what was going to happen next.' BIG ISSUE NORTH Ever since the accident, Tom's struggled with his mobility. But he has a secret escape: Skylark, his drone - through this technology, he can fly above his Lake District home, exploring his world from a totally different perspective. But when he stumbles upon a terrorist plot, he knows no one will believe him. Maggie and Joel, a sister and brother on holiday in his aunts cottage, are the only ones who can help ... but can they stop the plot in time? Shortlisted for the Times/Chicken House Childrens Fiction Competition 2017. A confident and exciting debut novel about friendship, bravery, terrorism and technology. Swallows and Amazons for a thoroughly modern readership.

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Book SynopsisSEQUEL TO NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER CRAZY HOUSETwin sisters Becca and Cassie barely escaped the Crazy House alive. Now they're trained, skilled fighters who fear nothing – not even the all-powerful United regime.Together, the sisters hold the key to defeating the despotic government and freeing the people of the former United States. But to win this war, will the girls have to become the very thing they hate?

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.When Uncle Claude surprises Harris and Grace with a mystery trip, it doesn't go quite as planned and things take a turn for the spooky. Do witches really exist? Do you believe in ghosts?This thrilling graphic novel is written and illustrated by John Chalmers and Sandra Marrs.Sapphire/Band 16 books offer longer reads to develop children''s sustained engagement with texts and are more complex syntactically.Pages 54 and 55 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.

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Book SynopsisAdam''s father is in hospital and Adam has set off to visit him. It''s a long, cold journey; as he travels along Adam gets tired and. To take his mind off his exhaustion, he traces the events that led up to his father being taken to hospital. He had testified against government level corruption and the family became the subject of a government-orchestrated protection plan. The journey is a kind of odyssey, a search - through the mysteries of the mind. Adam must unlock the past and really rememberit if he is to survive.

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Book SynopsisNowhere is a fast-paced conspiracy thriller by debut author Jon Robinson.''No one''s coming for us. Not our families, not the police. No one.''Alyn, Jes, Ryan and Elsa are Nowhere.A concrete cube in the middle of a dense forest. Imprisoned inside are one hundred teenagers from all over the country.They''re all criminals. But none of them remember committing any crimes. Who has put them there. What do their captors want?And how will they ever break free . . . ?***an intensely gripping conspiracy thriller for 11+ readers****** a phenomenal debut novel, for readers who love Jason Bourne and Alex Scarrow***Jon Robinson was born in Middlesex in 1983. When he''s not writing, he works for a charity in central London. NOWHERE is his debut novel. Find out more about Jon at www.facebook.com/jonrobinsonbooks

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Book SynopsisShort and Shocking! is full of stories with a twist in the tail - each surprising and stimulating in its own way.Over forty stories in one book - all of them very, very short! None of the stories are more than two pages long, but each of them is special and thought-provoking to inspire short story writers. Drawn from a range of sources, including folk tales, urban myths, and narrative jokes, as well as original stories, the stories are ideal for use in the classroom.

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Book SynopsisBeneath the glittering heights of the rich and powerful, lie secrets that can destroy them all... The perfect summer read, for fans of Cruel Intentions, Gossip Girl and One of Us is Lying. ''It is the perfect book to read at the beach. But be warned: you will get a sunburn, because you won''t want to put it down.'' - Cecily von Ziegesar, author of Gossip Girl---------- Charlie Calloway has a life most people would kill for. With her wealthy family''s pedigree, a loyal set of friends, and a fast-track to whichever college she chooses, she''s all-but untouchable at her exclusive East Coast boarding school. But Charlie isn''t interested in what most people want. She''s a Calloway. She''s been taught to want more.So when she''s invited to join her school''s exclusive secret society- the A''s - her determination to get in is matched only by her convictTrade ReviewJuicy, clever and beguiling. An exceptional debut novel, deftly crafted and written with style. It is the perfect book to read at the beach. But be warned: you will get a sunburn, because you won't want to put it down * Cecily von Ziegesar, author of the Gossip Girl series *A properly beachy thriller . . . Cruel Intentions meets Gossip Girl. We're not surprised film plans are underway by the producers of Wild, Gone Girl and Big Little Lies * Elle Magazine UK *There's real menace in this elegantly written thriller and Klehfoth is one to watch * Daily Mail *This is exactly the sort of beach thriller you've been searching for * Emerald Street *This is a must for anyone who loves a pacy, page-turning thriller * S Magazine (Sunday Express) *An addictive and unpredictable page-turner * Mail on Sunday *Highly addictive and thrillingly unpredictable, this debut could well be another hit * The Bookseller *Has a plot akin to what you would get if you combined The Secret History with Cruel Intentions with Luckiest Girl Alive . . . in other words: this is going to be big * Entertainment Weekly *If we had to take a guess, All These Beautiful Strangers will be the literary thriller of the summer . . . It's the perfect blend of glamour, diabolicalness, and The Secret History * Refinery29.com *[A] highly charged, addictive psychological thriller that combines the dishy gamesmanship of Gossip Girl with the murky atmosphere of The Secret History * BookBub *All These Beautiful Strangers was a wonderful, gripping read - a YA The Secret History that captivated me and at one point made me seriously consider missing my train stop so I could get to the end of a chapter. I will be recommending it to everyone * Emily Barr, author of The One Memory of Flora Banks, shortlisted for the YA Book Prize 2018 *A gripping thriller where secrets of the past and present stir in the shadows. I was drawn in from the start and couldn't wait to discover the truth. A real page-turner! * Kate Ormand, author of The Wanderers *Wealth, power and danger - All These Beautiful Strangers has it all. If you like your books twisty and dangerous, then meet your new obsession * Maggie Harcourt, author of Unconventional *A creepy, atmospheric American murder mystery that made me think of The Secret History - I can't wait for everyone to read it when it comes out * Robin Stevens, award-winning author of Murder Most Unladylike Series *A page-turning debut that will keep readers guessing until the end. Readers of Liane Moriarty and psychological thrillers will not want to put this down * Library Journal *S.T.A.G.S meets The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau Bankes in this high society thriller. Joining a secret society at her upper class boarding school leads Charlie to discover old family secrets that were better left at peace. * Lauren James, author of The Loneliest Girl in the Universe *An emotional and heart racing thriller that I believe will find a huge international audience * Bruna Papandrea, Made up Stories (Producer of Wild, Gone Girl, Big Little Lies) *Finally a book that has had me gripped to keep reading and filled the hole that One Of Us Is Lying left me with! * Waterstones Bromley *You will be thrown into a world of suspense and secrecy that you will not want to leave * The BookBag *Twisty and turny, full of mystery and intrigue and beautiful people doing horrible things, All These Beautiful Strangers was a psychological thriller that I just could not put down! * Book Addicted *Long and twisted so prepare for a binge read * Read by Jess *A real page turner. You will not be able to put down this book that is filled with suspense, drama and so much more! * Words from a Reader *I recommend picking it up if you're a fan of YA mystery/thrillers * This Booky Place *

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Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author of All the Missing Girls and The Perfect Stranger comes a captivating psychological thriller about a girl who must face her darkest fears - but can she outrun the past?Kelsey has lived most of her life in a shadow of suspicion, raised to see danger everywhere. Her mother hasn''t set foot outside their front door in seventeen years, since she escaped from her kidnappers. Kelsey knows she''s supposed to keep a low profile and stay off the grid for their protection, but that plan is shattered when her dramatic car accident and rescue by volunteer firefighter and classmate Ryan Baker sparks media coverage.A few days later, she arrives home to find her mother missing. Now, to have a chance at a future, Kelsey will have to face her darkest fears. Because someone is coming for her. And the truth about the past may end up being the most dangerous thing of all.Trade Review[A] fast-paced, suspenseful treat. * Publisers Weekly (starred review) *Positively movie-ready. * Kirkus *Will blow readers' minds. * SLJ *

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Book SynopsisCouldn''t get enough of Love, Simon or Red, White and Royal Blue? This is the (slightly NSFW) book for you!''Jack of Hearts might be the most important queer novel of the decade'' Gay Times''Jack of Hearts won my heart'' Courtney Act ''This book is filth'' Julian Clary ---------------''My first time getting it in the butt was kind of weird. I think it''s going to be weird for everyone''s first time, though.''Meet Jack Rothman. He''s seventeen and loves partying, makeup and boys - sometimes all at the same time.His sex life makes him the hot topic for the high school gossip machine. But who cares? Like Jack always says, ''it could be worse''.He doesn''t actually expect that to come true.But after Jack starts writing an online sex advice column, the mysterious love letters he''s been getting take a turn for the creepy.Jack''s secret admirer knows everything: where he''s hanging out, who he''s sleeping with, who his mum is dating. They claim they love Jack, but not his unashamedly queer lifestyle. They want him to curb his sexuality, or they''ll force him.As the pressure mounts, Jack must unmask his stalker before their obsession becomes genuinely dangerous...Praise for Jack of Hearts (and Other Parts)''The affirming, sex-positive, brilliant new book that puts the adult into young adult literature'' Attitude''Humane, sex-positive writing of the funniest, filthiest and most heartening kind'' The GuardianTrade ReviewHumane, sex-positive writing of the funniest, filthiest and most heartening kind. * The Guardian *Jack of Hearts might be the most important queer novel of the decade * Gay Times *Contemporary sex advice meets mystery in this high school story of bullying and being true to oneself . . . an essential addition to library collections that serve teens. * School Library Journal starred review *Jack of Hearts (And Other Parts) is the sex ed class you didn't get in high school - positive, frank and inclusive, but also hilarious, heartfelt and impossibly fun. This book is like a hug that also slaps you on the ass (in the consensual flirtatious sexy way). * Mackenzi Lee, New York Times bestselling author of The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue *A fierce, frank high school thriller which depicts gay intimacy in a sex positive and unapologetic way. * The Bookseller *This book is filth * Julian Clary *It's the book about high school that gives you the sex ed class desperately lacking from high school education. * Courtney Act *The affirming, sex-positive, brilliant new book that puts the "adult" into young adult literature * Attitude Magazine *Readers will be talking about Jack for years to come * Diva Magazine *I know that when I was coming out I would have loved to have been able to pick up a book that did not ignore or demonise gay sex * Queen and Country Magazine *Jack of Hearts' is a confidently queer story that breaks away from the stereotypes to create refreshing and relatable characters * QWEERIST *The book I needed growing up as an isolated gay teen in a straight boy's world * Riyadh Khalaf, Presenter of Radio 1's Unexpected Fluids *A joyously sex positive exploration through teenage life with an unashamedly unapologetic queer hero * Calum McSwiggan, LGBTQ+ advocate and radio presenter *Dispenses sex advice that could be vital to young adult readers * Matt Cain, author of The Madonna of Bolton *Tackles subjects that many would rather bury and pretend teens don't want (or need) to talk about * Simon James Green, author of Noah Can't Even and Noah Would Never *A sex-positive and thoughtful romp with humour and heart * Kirkus Reviews *A bold, inclusive exploration of teen sexuality that, propelled by Jack's brazen voice, never feels preachy * Booklist, starred review *Rosen (The Memory Wall) creates memorable protagonists and brings a fresh, frank voice to his YA debut * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisThe gripping sequel to hit Wattpad novel She''s With Me. A page-turning high school teen romance, friendship story - and revenge thriller.Amelia Collins was determined to get her head down and finish her senior year without incident, keeping her dramatic past a secret from everyone. Then she - literally - bumped into the school''s hottest bad boy, Aiden Parker and neither could deny the intensity of the spark between them. They now both know each other''s deepest secrets, and despite everything she knows to be sensible, Amelia finds herself falling in love . . .It should be the perfect Winter Break. Amelia and Aiden are official, she has a group of friends to vacation with, and for now the past seems burried. But Amelia could never be so lucky. She soon finds out her mother is keeping secrets of her own and finds herself caught in a rivalry between Aiden and his gorgeous best friend, Mason. Then the truth about Aiden''s biological father comes o

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Book SynopsisSecrets and lies are everywhere in this compulsive page-turner, perfect for fans of TikTok favourites One of Us is Lying, We Were Liars and This Lie Will Kill You.Five friends. One secret.In Gap Mountain, California, everyone knows about fire season.And no one is more vigilant than 18-year-old Hannah Warner, the sheriff''s daughter. That is until Hannah and her best friends accidentally spark a deadly wildfire that destroys their hometown. Desperate to hide the truth, the group makes a pact of silence. But their twisted secret begins to spin out of control and when one of the friends disappears they all become suspects. We know how it starts but where does it end?

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Book SynopsisThe highly-anticipated sequel to the unputdownable thriller Liar's Beach by New York Times bestselling author Katie Cotugno featuring a dead college girl and a long-list of suspects. . .There's a killer in Hemlock House . . .It's been a year since Michael Linden found a dead body in his best friend's pool. Now, the only thing he wants is a stress (and murder) free freshman year. And it's all going to plan, especially as a reunion with his hot ex-girlfriend Greer is on the cards.That is until they find her roommate dead in their dorm, Hemlock House. Linden knows he should leave it to the police, but when clues point to Greer as the intended target, he decides to investigate. But with nearly everyone on campus hiding something, are some mysteries better left buried . . .?

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Book SynopsisA stunning novel from the multi-award winning author of the modern children's classic Skellig. Clay was shortlisted for the Costa Children's Book Award and the Carnegie Medal and has been adapted by the BBC into a feature-length film.Trade ReviewAn effective, engaging story. * The Scottish Sunday Herald *Funny, mysterious, moving, frightening and so deftly constructed as to be fiercely compelling. This is extraordinary story telling. * The Sunday Times *A stunning read. * The Sunday Times *This adroit and perceptive novel has both immediate appeal and long-lasting resonance. * The Guardian *Both exhilarating and horrifying. * Time Out *Dark and thought-provoking. * The Guardian *The climax of this strange miraculous, beautiful book will make it a classroom classic. * The Times *This is the best that children's fiction has to offer. Brilliant. * The Guardian *His most mysterious and spellbinding work yet. * Daily Express *Hypnotic storytelling. * The Guardian *An astonishing journey. I believe that Almond's books should be compulsory reading in all secondary schools. -- Imogen Stubbs * The Daily Telegraph *... a work of art out of the simplest words ... * Amanda Craig, The Times *... funny, mysterious, moving, frightening, and so deftly constructed as to be fiercely compelling. ... not beneath the attention of adult readers. * Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times *He weaves a story web, spiderlike, that holds the reader spellbound while he spins new thought-threads on universal themes * Carousel, Autumn 2005 *... lilting prose and a seamless blending of primitive magic with discerning realism. ... elegiac lyricism of a lament for lost innocence but punctuated by moments of sharply observed humour, this adroit and perceptive novel has both immediate appeal and long-lasting resonance. * The Guardian *'... another gripping read from one of the master storytellers.' * Books Quarterly *'...this story is totally accessible...an involving and thought provoking read.' * The Carnegie Medal Website *'Focusing on good and evil, love and desire and the supernatural, Clay transcends the limitations of some writing for children.' * Catriona Ferguson *

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Book SynopsisThe Da Vinci Code for kids - the extraordinary code cracking series concludes in this sixth and final adventure - with real codes, real mysteries and real danger.Trade ReviewDennis does not fail to deliver in this concluding title of the 'Secret Breakers' series. The entire series is quite exceptional...a fantastic series that I would certainly recommend...excellent titles for group discussion and research and will make avid readers out of any students who seek to follow their quest! * Scool Librarian *

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Book Synopsis''A compelling dystopian tale set in a chillingly realistic future'' Katherine Webber, YA Prize-shortlisted author of Wing Jones and Only Love Can Break Your Heart''A captivating, complex plot, a fascinating teen protagonist and a way to see the world through different eyes... literally!'' Mark Ballabon, environmentalist and author of HomeIn a world drained of colour, nothing is black and white . . .Early one morning, Grace wakes to find herself staring at an ashen sunrise in ominous grey skies. It''s like watching a disaster movie, though her family don''t seem to think anything is wrong. Grace is one of a handful of people in the country who are seeing the world in shades of grey. But this is only the beginning of the ''greyout'', or Monochrome Effect, that is rapidly sweeping the world. Loss of colour vision is traced to polluted water systems; microplastics covered in harmful bacteria have been poured Trade ReviewA captivating, complex plot, a fascinating teen protagonist and a way to see the world through different eyes... literally! * Mark Ballabon, environmentalist and author of Home *A compelling dystopian tale set in a chillingly realistic future * Katherine Webber, YA Prize-shortlisted author of Wing Jones and Only Love Can Break Your Heart *I really enjoyed [Monochrome] ... A terrifying concept - perhaps partly because it seems so believable - great characters and a fantastic heroine -- ELLY GRIFFITHS, author of the Justice Jones seriesFascinating * Literary Review *This thought-provoking 14+ eco-thriller, set in an all-too-convincing near future, examines the catastrophic impact of under-regulated capitalism on both planet and people * Guardian, Best books for children and teenagers 2022 *a page turning, thrilling mix of the personal with the political ... Monochrome is very well written; involving, exciting and convincing * Chris Vick, author of Girl. Boy. Sea and The Last Whale *

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Book SynopsisDanny and Elena are now working for the Firm, desperately attempting to track down the vengeance-seeking Black Star before more ''Angels of Death'' suicide bombers are despatched. Elena is the key to discovering the bomb-master''s whereabouts as she has already made Deep Web contact. The plan is simple - locate Black Star and kill him - at whatever cost. While Fergus is forced to remain in England, confined to a wheelchair as he recovers from his injuries, the hunt takes Danny and Elena to New York on a covert mission led by Marcie Deveraux.Despite Black Star''s trickery and deception, the net gradually closes. Fergus travels to the US to help, but Elena is drawn into terrible danger, and only Danny can save her. Using the skills his grandfather has taught him and his own initiative, he must stop the avenging bomb-master from wreaking further destruction . . .Trade ReviewGood, dirty fun -- Josh Lacey * Guardian *Cutting-edge storyline about teenage suicide bombers, strong language and more acronyms than a set of DfES guidelines -- Tony Bradman * TES *Fast-moving pattern of action in this novel with a topical focus -- Lesley Agnew * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisEthan Blake is seventeen and desperate to escape from his dead-end life. When he sees someone B.A.S.E. jump from the top of his block of flats, it changes the way he sees the world for ever.Soon, Ethan is caught up in the adrenaline-fuelled world of skydiving. He''s a natural, so it''s no surprise when he''s invited to join an elite skydive team, but is he signing up for more than just jumping out of planes?The team''s involved in covert military operations - missions that require a special kind of guts, missions so secret even MI5 denies all knowledge.

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Book SynopsisWill West is careful to live life under the radar. At his parents'' insistence, he''s made sure to get mediocre grades and to stay in the middle of the pack on his cross-country team. Then Will slips up, accidentally scoring off the charts on a nationwide exam, and he is recruited by an exclusive and mysterious prep school - the best school no one''s ever heard of, with technology the likes of which no one''s ever seen. At the same time, coincidentally - or not so - Will realizes he''s being followed by men in dark hats, driving black sedans who pose a terrifying threat to his family. What follows is a series of events and revelations that places Will smack in the middle of a millennia old struggle between titanic forces . . .Trade ReviewMark Frost has created a wonderfully inventive and exciting tale where one exceptional teenager must discover the truth about his family ... and himself. The mysteries are unexpected and the mythology is impressively original. A remarkably suspenseful ride. I can't wait for the next instalment! * Chris Columbus *New school and new mental powers meet ancient mysteries and ancient war. * Kirkus *Frost, adult author and Twin Peaks co-creator, makes his YA debut with this densely plotted thriller, first in a trilogy. His story has serious entertainment value and pulls together satisfyingly by book's end, while laying the groundwork for the sequels. * Publishers Weekly *Heart-pounding…breakneck pace…This young adult literature as popcorn blockbuster * New York Times *An addictive Jason Bourne/Pittacus Lore/Harry Potter mash-up. Nonstop action and a richly layered plot propel at a breakneck pace * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisTwo years ago, the murder of a neighbor tore three best friends apart--now the killer is going to walk free and the ex-friends are going to have to face the past--and each other--in another twisty thriller from the New York Times bestselling co-author of The Agathas.Grace, Henry, and Ally grew up together on the same block. They used to be best friends--until Grace''s testimony put Henry''s brother, Jake, away for killing their English teacher. Now, two years later, Ally and Henry hate Grace, and Grace is doubting what she thinks she saw that night.It feels like everyone''s getting a second chance, then, when due to a mistrial, Jake is suddenly released. And Henry knows his brother is innocent, but when Grace reaches out to say she?s rethinking what she saw the night of the murder, Jake?s reaction is confusing. He doesn?t want Henry?or Grace--getting involved.For Ally not getting involved isn?t an option, and there?s nothing Grace can say to convince Ally she?s not the enemy. But can Ally afford to push Grace out when she?s one of the only other people willing to believe in Jake?s innocence? The clock is ticking. Jake?s new trial date is about to be set, and he''s sure to be found guilty again unless there''s new evidence to prove he''s innocent. Grace, Henry, and Ally are going to have to decide whether you can trust an old friend now that they?re your enemy.

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Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author of the Mr. Lemoncello series comes a race across the country full of rousing riddles and laugh-out-loud humor as two brothers try to solve the million-dollar puzzle of an eccentric genius!Benjamin and Ethan Broderick don't fit together. Twelve-year-old Ben loves retro arcade games and puzzles, while his older brother would rather play sports and hang out with his friends. The only thing they have in common is how much they resent being forced to go on a summer road trip.But at the quirky diner where the brothers make their very first stop, they discover a clue leading to a giant puzzle race with a million-dollar prize! Along with five other families, the Brodericks are thrust into a high-stakes competition along the famous Route 66.Can Ben and Ethan put their heads together—and put aside their differences—to beat out the other families and solve Ms. Pennypickle's ultimate puzzle?

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Book SynopsisChristmas thought her ADHD was a liability. Turns out, it is a superpower. Seventeen-year-old Christmas Miller is looking forward to a summer of sunbathing and waterskiing at her home in Sweet Lake with Lexi, the one friend who gets her completely, ADHD and all. But the day of Lexi's arrival, the girls have an almost-argument and worse, that night, they discover another friend, Lemy, floating face down in the lake. Though reeling from her rift with Lexi, Christmas is determined to find out who attacked Lemy, even if it means she must confront her own mother's possible involvement in the crime. Christmas would do anything to protect her beloved Sweet Lake community, but when the lake becomes polluted and people around her start getting hurt, Christmas must face the profound problems in Sweet Lake-and in her own family.

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Book SynopsisA troubadour, Bertran, witnesses the brutal murder of the Pope's legate, and risks his life to warn others of the war that he knows is certain to follow this act. The lands of the peaceable Cathars - deemed heretics - are now forfeit and under threat from crusaders who have been given authority by the Pope to take the Cathar domains by force.Trade Review'A wonderfully old-fashioned romance' Telegraph 'Well researched and rivetingly readable, this runaway bride makes the perfect read' The Times

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Book SynopsisClue meets Knives Out for the younger set in this twisty-turny middle grade mystery-comedy with delightfully dry humor and impeccable plotting.Eleven-year-old orphan Nico Lombardi has been unfairly indentured at a remote mountain inn for five years now.Just as he gathers the courage to escape, the inn gets booked by the remaining members of a ?tontine,? an investment scheme where a cash prize is awarded to whomever lives the longest. In other words, every guest wants access to the fortune. Preferably as soon as possible.During their stay, a chaotic race to control the fate of the tontine takes over the normally sleepy inn. Nico watches in horror as a series of comically disastrous events unfolds?some of which might aid his escape, and some of which might get him in big trouble. Before he can even put the right clues together, three unexpected revelations change the course of everyone?s future!Arch humor and an incredible cast of strange and calculating characters keep the pages turning in this Wes Anderson-esque mystery filled with funny mishaps and misunderstandings.With illustrations, a hotel map, character dossiers, a personality quiz, and a test to see how YOU would fare in a tontine caper, this read is perfect for fans of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello?s Library and The 39 Clues series.A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

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Book SynopsisSilence and Shadow is the sequel to Erin Beaty's YA medieval fantasy-thriller Blood and Moonlight, full of romance, magick and murder.After confronting a killer and fleeing to be with each other, Cat and Simon arrive in the sprawling city of Londunium. Cat is looking forward to honing her healing magick at the local Selanae university, but instead finds a council of ruthless leaders threatening to erase Simon's memories to protect their secrets.Terrified, Cat takes desperate steps to keep him safe. But when a string of mutilated bodies turns up in the woods outside the city, and Simon is recruited to profile the killer, Cat is pulled back into a world of mayhem, and magick that threatens to consume her completely.

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Book SynopsisIt''s every influencers biggest nightmare when a follower decides to kidnap her TikTok hero in order to become her BFF and a big star herself. Like Stephen King''s Misery... for the TikTok generation.The first time Nora saw one of Shea''s videos on TikTok, something just clicked. You know how you can see someone and know you''re supposed to be in each other's lives? Well, that''s how Nora felt. She knows Shea is a big star, with nearly a million followers, and Nora isn''t. But, really, all Nora needs is her own viral moment. And who better to help her with that than SheaIf life isn''t going to give Nora entry into Shea''s world, Nora''s going to have to take matters into her own hands.Meeting Shea.Kidnapping her.Holding her hostage until Shea finally understands...They are meant to be best, best friends.

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Book SynopsisHoping to avoid the Alcatraz guards, Zak Nine and Erro decide to climb down into a deep canyon to hide. But soon the boys see some huge rock formations that move! Zak and Erro are quickly caught by the giant criminals that have been imprisoned in the deep gorge. Some of the giants want to hand the boys over to the Alcatraz guards to gain their own freedom. But a few giants would rather turn the boys into dinner! Will Zak and Erro outwit their captors and get away before becoming the giants'' next meal?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 SynopsisA boy is researching animals in the library. Most of the books are boring, but one is very lively . . . and hungry. Now the boy has been gobbled up! Can he team up with the powerful Librarian and escape the belly of the beastly book? Uncover hidden dangers and dark mysteries with SECRETS OF THE LIBRARY OF DOOM, a page-turning chapter book series from bestselling author Michael Dahl.

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Book SynopsisAncient treasures are kept safe within the mighty Heroes Hold. Butâ the fierce Beast has âsomehow slipped inside. Itâsâ on the hunt for Heroes, a bookâ containing âthe power of all heroes from all stories.â Can the Librarian and his helpers make sure the mighty book is never checked out? Uncover hidden dangers and dark mysteries with SECRETS OF THE LIBRARY OF DOOM, a page-turning chapter book series from bestselling author Michael Dahl.

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Book SynopsisA groundbreaking YA thriller following a diplomat''s daughter from New York to Europe''s criminal underworld in search of her kidnapped father.The Cruelty is the first book from a groundbreaking new YA voice: an utterly compelling thriller.When Gwendolyn Bloom realizes that her father has been kidnapped, she has to take matters into her own hands. She traces him from New York City across the dark underbelly of Europe, taking on a new identity to survive in a world of brutal criminal masterminds. As she slowly leaves behind her schoolgirl self, she realizes that she must learn the terrifying truth about herself. To overcome the cruelty she encounters, she must also embrace it.Trade Review[...] well-crafted first novel [...] It’s a premise that demands a degree of suspended disbelief, but Bergstrom manages Gwen’s transformation from high school student to assassin believably enough, and he doesn’t avoid the toll Gwen’s actions take on her. Not for the weak of heart, this is a grim, fast-paced tale that stands knee-deep in dead bodies. * Publishers Weekly *This is a coming of age story like no other. Imagine if Jason Bourne was female and sixteen. That just about sums up The Cruelty... Smart, dangerous, kick-ass (yes, really) and an absolute page-turner, The Cruelty, is sure to be one of the hits of 2017. Look out Katniss – here comes Gwendolyn and she’s about to kick your butt! -- Jon Page * Couple of Pages *“It’s certainly a page turner […] this lurid, skilfully written book is certainly entertaining.” * Armadillo *“[…] well-crafted first novel. […] It’s a premise that demands a degree of suspended disbelief, but Bergstrom manages Gwen’s transformation from high school student to assassin believably enough, and he doesn’t avoid the toll Gwen’s actions take on her. Not for the weak of heart, this is a grim, fast-paced tale that stands knee-deep in dead bodies.” * Publishers Weekly *"[T]his debut novel is relentlessly paced, full of global sets, slick action […] with a grim, ass-kicking antihero."— * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisFIVE EXTRAORDINARY ORPHANS. ONE INCREDIBLE MYSTERY.UNLOCK THE SECRETS OF THE WINTERBORNE HOME FOR VENGEANCE AND VALOURFor readers who love the mystery of Robin Stevens and the mayhem of A Series of Unfortunate Events ...When 11-year-old April joins a group of kids living at Winterborne Home she doesn''t expect to be there for very long. But she soon learns that this home isn''t like any of the others - especially when she unearths the secret of the missing-and-presumed-dead billionaire, Gabriel Winterborne, who is neither missing nor dead but is actually living in a basement lair, sharpening his swords and looking for vengeance.Now that April knows Gabriel Winterborne is alive, she must turn to the other orphans to keep him that way. As a looming new danger threatens to take Gabriel down once and for all, they must use their individual talents to find a way to make sure this home for misfits isn''t lost to them for ever.Trade ReviewA thrilling mystery for whodunnit fans looking for their next Nancy Drew, the first in Ally Carter's new series is a joyful adventure packed full of daring escapades, edge-of-your-seat tension, and bright, believable characters. We can't wait for the next one * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisThe next adventure in Kesia Lupo''s stunning and original YA fantasy world. Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Laini Taylor.On a mysterious island where the very earth holds magic, masked assassins plague the city and strange creatures rise from the desert. Livio has riled against his destiny his whole life. Beatrice longs to escape her life of servitude. But when a twist of fate unites them, it is up to them to stop a deadly revolution.Are they just puppets in someone else''s game? Will they have to accept the hands they have been dealt or can either change their fortunes?Another thrilling, plot-driven adventure, with an even bigger twist, We Are Bound by Stars is a tale of masks, politics, desire and deception that will have you gripped once again in Kesia Lupo''s rich fantasy world.Trade ReviewDeft, dark and daring, Kesia Lupo seamlessly entwines the fates of two young women bound by magic to a dying city * Melinda Salisbury on WE ARE BLOOD AND THUNDER *A stormer of a story! * Kiran Millwood Hargrave on WE ARE BLOOD AND THUNDER *A gorgeously written fantasy, with a haunting, intricate world * Mary Watson on WE ARE BLOOD AND THUNDER *Enchanting. This isn’t just an excellent book – it is unusual, unique and universally appealing * Natasha Pulley on WE ARE BLOOD AND THUNDER *The sequel to We are Blood and Thunder kicks the worldbuilding and the themes up a gear resulting in an even pacier more absorbing second book. Livio and Beatrice are about to find out that destiny is not going to fall out as they expected. This was a great book about choices and consequences that was even better than the first one * NetGalley Reviewer *This book brings into question the true nature of destiny and its implications. There is a creative use of magic and fantasy, which adds a unique dimension. The story of both protagonists intertwines beautifully at the end of the story * Teen Titles Magazine *

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Book SynopsisAn eerie, modern gothic thriller about what awaits us after death - angels or the devil . . . A fast-paced, dark, sinister and powerful novel, shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal 2011 and longlisted for the Guardian Children''s Fiction Prize 2010. It''s summer. Taken from the buzz of London, her friends and what she thinks is the start of a promising romance, Rebecca is an unwilling visitor to Winterfold.Ferelith already lives in Winterfold - it''s a place that doesn''t like to let you go, and she knows it inside out: the beach, the crumbling cliff paths, the village streets, the woods, the deserted churches and ruined graveyards, year by year being swallowed by the sea. Against their better judgement, Rebecca and Ferelith become friends, and during that long, hot, claustrophobic summer they discover more about each other - and about Winterfold - than either could have wanted. Frightening secrets are uncovered that would have been best long forgotten.Trade Reviewan original and exceptional novel of tragedy, angels, devils and friendship * THE BOOKSELLER *The narrative is fast paced and dark. The characterisation of the two protagonists is powerful * BOOKS FOR KEEPS *This may be [Sedgwick's] most ambitious book yet ... explores religion, death, friendship, truth and love with an intensity that confident older readers will immerse themselves in * DAILY MAIL *An oppressive modern-gothic thriller * TIME OUT *A dark and gruesome modern Gothic novel, with a compelling, and carefully crafted dual storyline that really builds the tension. The way in which the past and present interweave is brilliantly achieved, and there is a tremendous sense of place, both creepy and oppressive. * GOOD BOOK GUIDE *

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Book SynopsisYou don''t need to have superpowers to be a hero.Theodore Boone is back in a new adventure, and the stakes are higher than ever. When his best friend, April, disappears from her bedroom in the middle of the night, no one, not even Theo Boone - who knows April better than anyone - has answers. As fear ripples through his small hometown and the police hit dead ends, it''s up to Theo to use his legal knowledge and investigative skills to chase down the truth and save April. Filled with the page-turning suspense that made John Grisham a number one international bestseller and the undisputed master of the legal thriller, Theodore Boone''s trials and triumphs will keep readers guessing until the very end.**********************What readers are saying about THEODORE BOONE: THE ABDUCTION''The most exciting and gripping book in this series so far'' - 5 stars''Really enjoyed reading this book - thanTrade ReviewPraise 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 *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 *Nobody does legal fiction better. * Daily Express *A master of his craft. * Guardian *Another page-turner that will find favour with Grisham fans and everyone who enjoys unravelling a good mystery. * Country News Insert *A suspenseful page-turner. * Sunday Express *

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Book SynopsisBecca King and her mother are on the run from her stepfather who has used Becca''s talent for hearing ''whispers'' to make a large and illegal sum of money. Now their options for safety are running out. In the town of Langley on Whidbey Island, Becca finds refuge in the home of her mother''s childhood friend while her mother continues on to Canada in search of safety.But on her first day in town Becca meets sixteen years old Derric Mathieson, a Ugandan orphan who was adopted as a ten-year-old by the town''s Deputy Sheriff. Derric has a secret that no one on Whidbey Island knows. Derric and Becca form an un-severable bond. Becca is convinced that she''s the only person who can truly help him, and just maybe Derric can convince Becca that life is too short to live on the run.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. * Sun *Presses all the buttons to make us hoover her stuff up. * Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisThe Martian for teens - an epic, highly original space thriller with real science and heartbreaking beauty.Leo has never set foot on Earth. Born and raised with twins Orion and Libra on the Moon 2 Space Station, they have grown up together in the most extraordinary of ways. Now, they are preparing to make their first trip home - their first journey to Earth. But Leo, Orion and Libra cannot possibly imagine the irreversible consequences that their return will set into motion...Trade ReviewAn exciting read, full of suspense. * The School Librarian *a timeworn science fiction scenario is brought back to full brightness, aiming its tight-beamed questions with the intensity of borrowed light...The book's depiction of an Earth both familiar and strange (and a satellite in which engineered sterility is pervaded by tenderness), its thrilling, audaciously unlikely denouement, and its ethical and philosophical conundrums are all communicated via Leo's truncated, syncopated diction. * Times Literary Supplement *This is extraordinary science fiction, as diverse and humane as Iain M Banks at his best * The Guardian *I love Nick Lake's writing. I would read anything he wrote - grocery list, email etc., because his writing, always, is so real and so brave. He takes on subjects other writers might avoid, and he writes the hell out of them. -- Jennifer Niven, New York Times bestselling authorNick Lake's book grips from the off, combining elements of science fiction and thriller for a page-turning read. A powerful vision of space and science, at its core Satellite is a story about the need to belong - a universal story about a universal dream. * INIS Reading Guide, Children's Books Ireland *An epic space story based around real science, it's a truly gripping thriller, imbued with raw emotion. Lake's best book since his debut, In Darkness. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *'Satellite is a sci-fi, poetic-epic adventure that is foremostly Leo's, whose story you must read...Meticulous and mesmeric second-by-second descriptions of floating existence in zero gravity are combined with a detective-like thread in Leo's voice - an assured narrator whose mature self-reflections and heightened visual descriptions are highly enjoyable...The whole narrative is laden with introverted meditations on language and experience, making for challenging reading...always rich, poetic and thrilling...Personally, the love of language and experience that Satellite exudes will stay with me the most.' * Armadillo Magazine *Told in Leo's abbreviated, allusive diction, this is extraordinary science fiction, as diverse and humane as Iain M Banks at his best' -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *Satellite is a novel of great beauty. The prose is careful but expansive and technical but poetic. The glories and wonders of space and science breathe through every line but so do the more quotidian experiences of tasting ice cream for the first time, or seeing a bird in flight, or hearing music played live and not through your headphones. It's a mystery thriller at its heart...but it moves at a slow, luxurious pace, unlike most thrillers. And Lake finds room for so much that is of interest to his young readers - family dynamics, sexuality, gender expression, finding love, coming-of-age, climate change, the list seems almost endless. And it's seamless; nothing shoe-horned in...Nick Lake is one of the highest quality authors writing for our young people today. His range is exceptional and he can capture human experience with poetic detail. And in Satellite he wrote a kiss that made me cry for its beauty and sadness. * The Book Bag *Set on a space station in the near future, this cool concept sci-fi novel with a powerful finding-your-way-in-the-world theme also has much for fans of contemporary YA...This is a thought-provoking thriller, fuelled by the suspenseful space journey, and by Leo's emotional journey...With this foray into sci-fi, author Nick Lake confirms his status as a writer with immensely diverse talents. * Lovereading4kids *

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Book SynopsisYou don't know it exists, but when you have nowhere else to turn, the Haven will find you ... An adrenaline-fuelled adventure in a new series by top thriller writer Simon Lelic.Trade ReviewThis is a compelling, fast paced story full of exciting twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. I was totally absorbed in the world it graphically creates. * Primary Times *A thrilling, page-turner of an adventure. * Parents in Touch *It's London but not as you know it. The government has turned its back on society and adults are too busy looking after themselves to care for youth. So when Ollie Turner's guardian is violently attacked right before him, the orphan takes refuge deep in the sewers under the city. It's here he stumbles upon a secret headquarters who may just offer him the belonging and safety he needs. Run for kids by kids, the Haven protects youth, champions justice and accepts Ollie into its mysterious ranks. But nothing comes without a cost. Fans of rapid-pace novels packed with adventure, thrills, twists and turns will love Lelic's first foray into Young Adult fiction after success in the adult thriller genre. * CANVAS *

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Book SynopsisYou don't know it exists, but when you have nowhere else to turn, the Haven will find you ... An adrenaline-fuelled adventure, second in the Haven series, by top thriller writer Simon Lelic.Trade ReviewThe Haven has taken on a life of its own now, and easily stands beside Robert Muchamore's CHERUB series without in any way being in its shadow * Crime Review *

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Book SynopsisThe highly anticipated sequel to the must-read psychological thriller The Girls I''ve Been (soon to be a Netflix film).Nora O''Malley has survived . . . senior year, that is. School''s over, but her life isn''t, which is weird since last she checked, her murderous stepdad Raymond is finally free. Determined to enjoy summer before her (possibly) imminent demise, Nora plans a backpacking trip with Iris and Wes. And Wes''s girlfriend tags along. Amanda''s nice, so it''s not a huge issue. Until she gets taken. Or rather, mis-taken . . . for Nora, that is. Now they''re deep in the woods. Raymond has a hostage. Nora has no leverage. Iris is carving spears out of sticks. And Wes is building booby traps. It''ll take all of them to make it out alive. But someone is lying. Someone is keeping secrets. And someone has to die.Praise for THE GIRLS I''VE BEEN''Unlike anything I''ve read before...

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Book SynopsisThe gripping sequel to Prisoner of Night and Fog. The epic tale of one young woman racing to save the man she loves during one of history''s darkest hours. For fans of The Book Thief and Beneath a Scarlet Sky.'' ''It''s terrifying and incredible to think how much of this story is true'' Elizabeth Wein, author of Code Name Verity on Prisoner of Night and Fog Gretchen Muller has three rules for her new life:1. Blend into the surroundings2. Don''t tell anyone who you really are3. Never, ever go back to GermanyGretchen Whitestone has a secret: she used to be part of Adolf Hitler''s inner circle. When she made an enemy of her former friends, she fled Munich for Oxford with her love, Daniel Cohen. But then a telegram calls Daniel back to Germany, and Gretchen''s world turns upside down when he is accused of murder. To save Daniel, Gretchen must returTrade ReviewSuspenseful and clever, intertwining historical truth with action-packed shootouts * Kirkus Reviews *The book's meld of romance, action, and thriller is utterly convincing... a heady sweep of truth and fiction. The mystery, revolving around Göring and a mistress he might have killed, twists effectively, ramping up to a real-life historical conspiracy * Booklist *I'm in awed envy of the daring with which Anne Blankman plunges into her difficult and sensitive subject matter. To read Prisoner of Night and Fog is to be immersed in a breathtaking evocation of Munich in the 1930s, where life is ordinary and skin-crawling by turns, and in the painful, hopeful story of one young girl's awakening conscience. It's terrifying and incredible to think how much of this story is true -- Elizabeth Wein, author of CODENAME VERITYA tremendously cleverly constructed and terrifically compelling story that puts you right back into History - I read this one obsessively and felt every single moment * www.lizlovesbooks.com *I haven't liked a historical fiction novel quite this much since Elizabeth Wein's Rose Under Fire. Prisoner of Night and Fog is completely absorbing. It's well-written and clever, and the sort of book that lingers in your thoughts well after the final pages * www.realmoffiction.blogspot.co.uk *Completely engrossing * Publishers Weekly (starred review) *

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Book SynopsisFor months, a gruesome killer has been plaguing the Midwest. The murderer’s calling card? The bodies they leave behind are completely drained of blood. Aspiring journalist Michael Jensen, desperate to escape his small-town life, can hardly believe it when the Bloodless Murders come to sleepy Black Deer Falls, Minnesota. Or that his father, the sheriff, located the only suspect: fifteen-year-old Marie Catherine Hale.Tiny Marie doesn’t look capable of committing the grisly, inhumane attacks that are gripping the nation. At least, not on her own. With Marie refusing to talk to anyone but Michael, he agrees to tell her side of the story.But how can Michael trust Marie’s confession when it calls into question everything he's ever known . . . when falling for her lies may cost him his life?All These Bodies by Kendare Blake is the bone-chilling supernatural thriller for older readers, perfect for fans of Rory Power.

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Book SynopsisDry meets Hatchet in this thrilling tale of survival following a teen girl who must lead her friends across the country to the safety of her estranged father’s survivalist compound after a mass power failure leaves the country in chaos.When seventeen-year-old Zara escaped her father’s backwoods survivalist compound five years ago, she traded crossbows and skinning hides for electricity and video games…and tried to forget the tragedy that drove her away. Until a malware attack on the United States electrical grids cuts off the entire country’s power. In the wake of the disaster and the chaos that ensues, Zara is forced to call upon skills she thought she’d never use again—and her best bet to survive is to go back to the home she left behind. Drawing upon a resilience she didn’t know she had, Zara leads a growing group of friends on an epic journey across a crumbling country back to her father’s compound, where their only hope for salvation lies. But with every step she takes, Zara wonders if she truly has what it takes to face her father and the secrets of her past, or if she’d be better off hiding in the dark.

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Book SynopsisLia Setiawan has never really fit in. And when she wins a full ride to the prestigious Draycott Academy on a track scholarship, she's determined to make it work even though she's never felt more out of place.But on her first day there she witnesses a girl being forcefully carried away by campus security. Her new schoolmates and teachers seem unphased, but it leaves her unsure of what she's gotten herself into.And as she uncovers the secrets of Draycott, complete with a corrupt teacher, a golden boy who isn't what he seems, and a blackmailer determined to get her thrown out, she's not sure if she can trust anyone…especially when the threats against her take a deadly turn.

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Book SynopsisThe thrilling conclusion to Ryan Graudin's Carnegie Medal 2017 nominated alternative history and fantasy epic, WOLF BY WOLF. In 1950s Germany, the war may be over, but the fight has just begun . . .There would be blood. Blood for blood. Blood to pay. An entire world of it. With their mission to overthrow the Nazis in danger, Yael and the resistance are ready to fight. Forced to run, life in the shadows for Yael, Luka and Felix isn't easy, especially when their enemy seems to know their every move. And when each step uncovers dark secrets and even darker truths, each must find a way to navigate right and wrong, past and future, life and death, if they are to survive at all.A captivating story of survival, love and freedom in a gripping, fantastical alternate universe from WOLF BY WOLF and THE WALLED CITY author, Ryan Graudin.Trade ReviewRollercoaster ride...great piece of alternate history fiction. Recommended * The Bookbag *The sequel to the excellent Wolf by Wolf does not disappoint, and has a very satisfactory conclusion. * Reading Zone *This isn't your average high-action YA novel - this one is more thought-provoking and gut-wrenching and noteworthy, in various ways * Eater of Books *The climax was fantastic, one surprise to the next that left me breathless and desperate to read more (I actually read one of the chapters on my phone while pretending to be busy at work...) * Maia and a Little Moore *Wolf by Wolf completely immerses the reader in a story they'll never forget. Filled to the brim with tension and intrigue, non-stop action and a vivid cast of characters, you'll feel every bump in the road they ride. I simply couldn't stop reading-and wherever Ryan Graudin rides next, I'll follow. -- Amie Kauffman, New York Times Bestselling author of These Broken Stars

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Book Synopsis‘There were friends once, but they melted away. Things are different now I am a MONSTER’ Frances is alone. Cast away on a small island in the middle of the Indian Ocean, she has to find water, food and shelter. But survival is hard. Especially when she is haunted by memories of the things that she did before, the things that made her a monster. Pushed to the limit in extreme conditions, she battles to come to terms with her past, and find a future worth fighting for. This is a gripping and thought-provoking story about one girl’s journey to become the person she believes she can be.

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Book SynopsisReal, compulsive and intense: Cat Clarke is the queen of emotional suspense. For fans of Paula Hawkins, Gillian Flynn, Megan Abbott and Jandy Nelson.Jem Halliday is in love with her gay best friend. Not exactly ideal, but she's learning to live with it. Then the unspeakable happens. Kai is outed online ... and he kills himself. Jem knows nothing she can say or do will bring him back. But she wants to know who was responsible. And she wants to take them down. A searing story of love, revenge and betrayal from a bestselling author.Trade ReviewAn emotional page-turner * Teen Now magazine *Perfect and heart breaking at the same time ... A brilliant read * Overflowing Library *Most definitely Cat Clarke's best novel yet * Serendipity Reviews *An utterly gripping tale and rips into those dark places inside us all where revenge blooms and I defy you not to gasp and be jolted out of your seat as you read it * Sister Spooky *Undone is what contemporary YA should be: gritty, thought-provoking and emotionally involving. Brilliant. * So Many Books, So Little Time *We laughed and we cried, but MAN were we not expecting the explosive conclusion * Sugarscape *A powerful novel, but Clarke uses enough humour to make sure that it's never relentlessly bleak * Bookbag *A searing story of love, revenge and betrayal * U magazine *Simply put, Undone is astounding ... It's just brilliant * Writing from the Tub *Incredible - pure and simple * Writing from the Tub on Cat Clarke *Undoubtedly one of the most exciting and talented YA writers in Britain * Library Mice on Cat Clarke *I wholly, unabashedly and completely recommend this book * Inis Magazine on Cat Clarke *Clarke...succeeds brilliantly, thanks to the reality of the characters and the depth of the emotion * The Scotsman on Cat Clarke *Moving, thought provoking and utterly gripping from start to finish * Mizz on Cat Clarke *Clarke excels at genuine page-turners and I read this in one greedy sitting * The Bookseller on Cat Clarke *

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