Children’s / Teenage fiction: Thrillers / suspense

Book SynopsisThe book that bites back is BACK! In the fourth beastly book from Jack Meggit-Phillips, the most distinctive new voice for readers of 8-12, there are surprises in store for Bethany about her missing familyFor centuries, the beast has tormented the world. But now, there's a change to a menu, and the beast is going cold turkey which essentially means eating no priceless works of art . . . or purple parrots . . . or CHILD-SIZED PRANKSTERS.Ebenezer and Bethany are attempting to help the beast vomit some good into the world even though they really haven't come anywhere close to managing the business of do-gooding themselves. But Bethany is distracted by her date-not-a-date with Geoffrey, while Ebenezer is worried by a file which reveals a truth about Bethany's parents that might just ruin life for everyone at the 15-storey house . . .The beast is left to teach itself how to be good. But its impulses can't be ignored, and all the worst parts of the beast crawl out of the beast's belly to form a dreadful child.At first the beast is charmed by its ghastly progeny. So clever! So horrible! But to its surprise, it develops something approaching a conscience. When the child finds out the truth about Bethany's parents and plans to use it against her, can Ebenezer and the beast stop it from destroying Bethany's hopes and dreams for ever?The Beast and the Bethany has all the classic macabre humour of Roald Dahl with the warmth and charm of Despicable Me, finished off with a gleeful bite of Little Shop of Horrors!Trade Review PRAISE FOR THE SERIES 'Witty and entertaining', The Sunday Times 'Reads like a modern classic. Sharp, funny, original – I thought this was brilliant', Sam Copeland, bestselling author of Charlie Changes into a Chicken 'What a FEAST! A funny and (bone) cracking good read', Michelle Harrison, bestselling author of A Pinch of Magic ‘A devilishly delicious delight', iNews ‘Fans of Despicable Me and A Series of Unfortunate Events will love this brand-new series’ – funkidslive.com "Now THAT was a rollercoaster of a book, and totally NOT what I expected in all the best ways! I flippin’ LOVED this cracking tale of absolute chaos, comedy and commotion. The beast couldn’t be on better form, and I can’t wait to read more of its misadventures with Git-face, I mean, Ebenezer and Bethany. And that epilogue . . . now I’m HUNGRY for the next juicy-woosie tale of the reluctant do-gooder, the ex-prankster and the 511 year old man in his favourite waistcoat!" Laura Ellen Anderson ‘Writing one classic would be enough for most authors. Two is a delightful bonus. Writing three is just showing off. Jack Meggitt-Phillips is such a gitface. Annoyingly, Battle Of The Beast might even be the best of the lot . . .’ Ian Mark ‘I flipping loved it. Mischievous, wildly imaginative and full of characters you really care about. The ending has a brilliant twist and now I desperately want to eat an egg containing a blueberry cheesecake.’ Jenny McLachlan

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Book SynopsisAcclaimed author Elizabeth George concludes the Edge of Nowhere series in the fourth and final book in the saga of Becca and her friends.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 Hunted is Charlie Higson''s sixth terrifying installment in the thrilling The Enemy series The sickness struck everyone over fourteen.First it twisted their minds.Next it ravaged their bodies.Now they roam the streets -Crazed and hungryThe others had promised that the countryside would be safer than the city. They were wrong. Now Ella''s all-alone except for her silent rescuer, Scarface - and she''s not even sure if he''s a kid or a grown-up.Back in London, Ed''s determined to find her. But getting out of town''s never been more dangerous- because coming in the other direction is every SICKO in the country. It''s like they''re being called towards the capital and nothing is going to stop them . . .In the penultimate book in The Enemy series, the survivors'' stories cross with chilling consequences.

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Book Synopsis*The book you''ve all been waiting for - the incredible conclusion to the Legend series*Respect the Legend. Idolize the Prodigy. Celebrate the Champion . . . But never underestimate the Rebel.Eden Wing may be a top student at his academy in Ross City, Antarctica, but most people still know him only as Daniel Wing''s little brother.A decade ago, Daniel was known as Day, the boy from the streets who led a revolution that saved the Republic of America. But these days, he''s all to ready to leave his past behind.As the two brothers struggle to accept who they''ve each become, a new danger creeps into the distance that''s grown between them, and Eden soon finds himself drawn so far into Ross City''s dark side, even his legendary brother can''t save him.At least, not on his own . . .With unmatched suspense and her signature cinematic storytelling, #1 New York Times-bestselling author Marie Lu plunges readers back into the unforgettable world of Legend for a truly grand finale.Trade ReviewREVIEWS FOR LEGEND:Legend doesn't merely survive the hype, it deserves it, * New York Times *

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Book SynopsisA chilling, thrilling collection of 13 haunting tales. From supernaturalthrillers, to contemporary horror; creepy ancient legends,to murders gone wrong - this insatiable anthology is impossibleto put down, and even more difficult to forget. This must-have collectionwill keep you awake and inhabit your darkest dreams.

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Book SynopsisThe unputdownable second book in the action-packed spy thriller series, where cutting-edge tech meets explosive adventure. Fans of Alex Rider and Young Bond will be hooked on this fast-paced spy series, perfect for gadget-lovers, gamers and thrill seekers.>> High-tech gadgets and explosive action. THE WEEK JUNIOR>> The next generation of super spies. EOIN COLFERAn undercover mission. A deadly game of spies.When a secretive robotics company is hacked, teen spies Swift and Hawk discover out-of-control weaponized robots battling to escape into the city.As they race to shut down the virus, they quickly realize this is only the beginning. A ruthless organization is plotting something far more deadly. Swift and Hawk must go undercover in their most dangerous mission yet.A page-turning spy thriller for readers 9+ that can be enjoyed as a standalone novel or read as part of the adrenaline-fuelled Swift Trade ReviewHi-tech, hi-spec and high adventure. This is the next generation of super spies. I loved it. * Eoin Colfer *Featured in The Bookseller's Children's Previews for March 2023 * The Bookseller *With plenty of high-tech gadgets and explosive action, the newest instalment of the Swift and Hawk series is just as thrilling as the first. * The Week Junior *Featured in Pen & Inc Autumn/Winter 2022 listings, highlighting the best in diversity and inclusion in children's books. * Pen & Inc *

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Book SynopsisWelcome back to the FAYZ! This is Book 4 in the GONE series that Stephen King calls a driving, torrential narrative'.Disease is spreading through the streets of Perdido Beach: a devastating, hacking cough that makes the sufferers choke their guts up literally.Across town, Little Pete lies unconscious, struck down by the mysterious illness. With the most powerful mutant in the FAYZ out of action, the future of the world hangs in the balanceThe GONE series is Lord of the Flies for the 21st century. In turns breathtaking, harrowing, and utterly terrifying. Its complex characters and moral dilemmas will delight fans of The Hunger Games, Divergent and The Maze Runner. This is dystopian fiction at its best.Have you got all 6 titles in the New York Times bestselling saga?: GoneHungerLiesPlagueFearLightI am now free to leave the FAYZ, but my time there was well spent' Stephen KingTrade Review‘A driving torrential narrative . . . I love these books.’ STEPHEN KING ‘Plague was freaking awesome’ – The Book Smugglers

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Book SynopsisIn this shocking finale to the bestselling series that began with Stalking Jack the Ripper, Audrey Rose and Thomas are on the hunt for the depraved, elusive killer known as the White City Devil.

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Book SynopsisTHE END OF THE WORLD IS COMING. PLAY NOW. OR WE ALL LOSE.After centuries waiting in secret, twelve unbroken bloodlines, armed with hidden knowledge and lethal training, are called to take humanity's fate into their handsThe first book in a game-changing new series by bestselling author, James Frey.Bryan High School, Omaha, Nebraska: Sarah stands at her graduation ceremony perfect SATs, a star athlete, her life ahead of her. Then a meteor wipes out half her school. But Sarah is not hurt and not surprised. Because she is the Player of the 233rd line the Cahokian. And she knows what this means.Endgame is here.Juliaca, Puno, Peru: Jago walks the streets after the meteor hits. There's looting and violence but he's not scared. He is the Player of the 21st line the Olmec. And he's ready.Endgame is here.China, Australia, Turkey Twelve meteors fall. Cities and people burn. The news is full of the end of the world.But Sarah, Jago and ten others are already plotting and planning for the fight.Trade Review“A unique dystopian adventure with anchors to the real world… set to become a cultural phenomenon.” ALA Booklist “The premise is engaging, in a Hunger Games-meets-National Treasure sort of way, and the diverse global cast is welcome.” Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisThe final book in the acclaimed Smoke Thieves trilogy by bestselling author Sally Green.As war spreads like wildfire, the Smoke Thieves face their greatest challenges yet.With her father tightening his grip on the Northern Plateau, Catherine sends her loyal bodyguard Ambrose into the dragon''s den on a desperate mission to disrupt the supply of smoke. In Calidor, Edyon and March face a future divided while, trapped in the demon world, Tash wrestles with the price of her past.But as the battle for the human kingdoms reaches its climax, the demon realm reveals a final, terrible secret. One with the power to change the course of the war - and history - forever . . .

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Book SynopsisTwisted secrets that will have readers guessing with every flip of the page. Perfect for fans of GONE GIRL, WE WERE LIARS and Karen M. McManus.An end-of-summer party. A prank gone wrong. A body on the beach. Who''s to blame?Tegan Sheffield''s annual end-of-summer beach party is the only way to start their senior year. At least that''s what Jake Healy tells his girlfriend Jessica Sanchez.But when a video prank from the party goes viral and a body is discovered at the beach, Jake and Jessica find themselves at the centre of a national media storm and a police investigation.It''s a race to uncover the truth before the killer strikes again.Readers love Jennifer Lynn Alvarez:''An emotional rollercoaster!''''You won''t be disappointed''''Damn this was entertaining''''A mystery thriller done to perfection''

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Book SynopsisAn emotional love story with a thrilling twist from the globally bestselling author of The One Memory of Flora Banks.Ariel''s accidental meeting with a handsome stranger called Joe is completely perfect; they have a connection like she''s never known before. They exchange numbers and agree to meet when he is back from a trip to France. But when Ariel messages him, the number Joe gave her is disconnected. He''s ghosted her. She assumes she will never see him again.Except she does. Again and again.Ariel returns to the place she and Joe met, and is stunned to find him there, not in France as he said he''d be, and behaving as if he has no idea who she is. It turns out that their first meeting has been life-changing for them both, actually it''s even more than that for Joe. But what do you do when - with every day that passes - you''re literally growing apart from the best person you''ve ever known . . . ?Trade ReviewOriginal plot and charming protagonist . . . Her [Emily's] page-turning talents are put to good use as the reader accompanies a brave teenager on a journey to discover who she really is. * Irish Times on The One Memory of Flora Banks *Mesmerizing, electric, and achingly lovely . . . One of the best YA novels I've read in a very long time * Jennifer Niven on The One Memory of Flora Banks *If you like dark fiction you'll devour it * Heat - on The Truth and Lies of Ella Black *

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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 SynopsisOn the glittering streets of New York is the city''s worst kept secret: the mob. And Natasha Nicastro is at the centre of it all. Seventeen-year-old Tasha might look like your classic high school mean girl but beneath the designer bags, expensive jewellery and Queen Bee status is a sharpshooter who knows how to bring anyone to their knees. And there''s no one she loves wielding her power over more than her rival, the ever-so-hot Leo Danesi, who just happens to be the youngest son of the Nicastro''s rival mob family.But when a masked shooter from a mysterious new gang murders Tasha''s father, mother, and beloved older sister, Tasha pushes aside her grief and vows to get revenge. To do so, she''ll need to team up with the one person she thought she could never stand: Leo Danesi, whose family also has everything to lose.As the bitter rivals put aside old grievances to hunt through the glittering streets and dark alleys of New York, they do their be

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Book SynopsisA twisty YA dark academia thriller, full of secrets between twin sisters, privilege, identity swap ... and murder, for readers of Ace of Spades and Holly Jackson.

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Book Synopsis “A food-for-thought dystopian with a strong feminist message.” —Kirkus Reviews It’s time to fight back in this second novel in the thrilling, subversive near future series from New York Times bestselling author Suzanne Young about a girls-only private high school that is far more than it appears to be.Make me a girl with a razor heart… It’s been weeks since Mena and the other girls of Innovations Academy escaped their elite boarding school. Although traumatized by the violence and experimentations that occurred there, Mena quickly discovers that the outside world can be just as unwelcoming and cruel. With no one else to turn to, the girls only have each other—and the revenge-fueled desire to shut down the corporation that imprisoned them. The girls enroll in Ridgeview Prep, a private school with suspect connections to Innovations, to identify the son of an investor and take down the corporation from the inside. But with pressure from Leandra, who revealed herself to be a double-agent, and Winston Weeks, an academy investor gone rogue, Mena wonders if she and her friends are simply trading one form of control for another. Not to mention the woman who is quite literally invading Mena’s thoughts—a woman with extreme ideas that both frighten and intrigue Mena. And as the girls fight for freedom from their past—and freedom for the girls still at Innovations—they must also face new questions about their existence…and what it means to be girls with razor hearts.

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of The Perfect Place to Die and Don''t Go to Sleep comes another chilling horror that explores the eerie story of America''s first serial killer family.Warren Bullock always thought he was a decent person. But lately he''s been haunted by a sinister voice in his head urging him to commit unspeakable acts of violence against the people around him.And then the rumors start... There have been a string of disappearances in southeastern Kansas, and his father''s friend is one of the missing travelers. When Warren''s father leaves to investigate and doesn''t return, Warren knows this is his chance to prove that he is stronger than his darkest impulses.As he makes his way through Kansas, he finds himself at a suspicious inn run by the Benders, a family with deeply unsettling mannerisms. They watch every move he makes, stand over him in his sleep, and the daughter seems to be able to see into both the past and future.As he del

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Book SynopsisThe instant New York Times bestseller and prequel to the TikTok phenomenon We Were Liars. Return to the story of another summer, another generation, and the secrets that will haunt them for decades to come. ** WE WERE LIARS SOON TO BE A MAJOR TV SERIES ON AMAZON PRIME!Trade ReviewE. Lockhart is one of our most important novelists, and she has given us her best book yet. Thrilling, beautiful, and blisteringly smart, WE WERE LIARS is utterly unforgettable. * John Green, #1 New York Times bestselling author of THE FAULT IN OUR STARS *A haunting tale about how families live within their own mythologies. Sad, wonderful, and real. * Scott Westerfeld, author of UGLIES and LEVIATHAN *A beautifully written page-turner ... When you've finished reading you'll be desperate to pass WE WERE LIARS on * Cosmopolitan *This is a cunning, clever and absolutely gripping novel, full of surprises, which sent me straight back to its first page as soon as I reached the last. * The Guardian *This is an ambitious novel with an engaging voice, a clever plot and some terrific writing. * The New York Times *We Were Liars is a literary musing on young love, memory, coming-of-age, and tragedy with a deliciously twisty ending * Huffingtonpost.com *We Were Liars is a moving young adult novel with a twist so intense, you won't see it coming * Teen Vogue *Any 14+ fans of Lockhart's We Were Liars will be delighted by this gripping prequel. * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisPROJECT NEMESIS PHASE 2 HAS BEGUN . . .Noah Livingston knows he is destined to survive. The sixty-four members of his class are trapped in a place where morals have no meaning and zero rules apply.Min Wilder knows that survival alone isn't enough. In a violent world where brute force passes for leadership, Min's instincts rebel against allowing others to decide who lives and who dies. She's ready to fight for what she believes in. And against whoever might stand in her way. From Brendan Reichs, co-author of the Virals series with Kathy Reichs, comes Genesis the nail-biting sequel to Nemesis - a fast-paced, high concept thriller perfect for fans of The 100 and The Maze Runner.Trade ReviewReichs knows exactly how to mix action, suspense, and characters into a breathless read. This is one thriller that will keep you up into the night. * Marie Lu, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Warcross *Equal parts adventure, mystery, and heart, Genesis is a gripping, mind-blowing story that leaves you begging for more. I loved it! * Danielle Paige, New York Times bestselling author of Dorothy Must Die *Fans of The Hunger Games novels and the CW series The 100 will discover much to enjoy here. . . . A cracking good yarn and excellent sequel. * Kirkus Reviews, starred reviews *An exciting sequel that will delight young science fiction readers with its video game–esque story line. * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisFrom James Dashner, the author of the New York Times bestselling Maze Runner series, comes an edge-of-your seat adventure. The Eye of Minds is the first book in The Mortality Doctrine, a series set in a world of hyperadvanced technology, cyberterrorists, and gaming beyond your wildest dreams . . . and your worst nightmares.To catch a hacker, you need a hacker.For Michael and the other gamers, the VirtNet can make your wildest fantasies become real. And the more hacking skills you have, the more fun. Who wants to play by the rules anyway?But some rules were made for a reason. One gamer has been taking people hostage inside the VirtNet with horrific consequences.The government needs Michael to track down the rogue gamer, but the risk is enormous and the line between game and reality could be blurred forever . . .Trade ReviewAn intriguing read for the digital generation. * Kirkus *This first book in the Mortality Doctrine series from Maze Runner author Dashner offers an irresistible premise * Publishers Weekly *Dashner once again creates a dystopian world in which nothing is what it seems * Voya *In typical Dashner style, this is quick and involving, with the main frustration being the wait time until the next book. * Booklist *Dasher does not disappoint -- Stephen King * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisFans of the Bartimaeus sequence will devour this book a cracking adventure brimming with magic, intrigue and a treasure trove of characters that the reader can''t help but fall for. We find everyone''s favourite irascible djinni serving at the court of King Solomon in 950 BC Jerusalem, where he is causing his customary chaos and must help a girl assassin sent by the Queen of Sheba to steal the all-powerful Ring of Solomon. The comic relief is perfectly timed, the dialogue sharp and snappy and the fiendishly clever plot perfectly handled with Jonathan''s trademark flair and command of language. Thrills, chills and a danger-spiked finale make Ring of Solomon an absolute must-read.Trade ReviewJonathan Stroud has created another winner in The Ring of Solomon, his latest Bartimaeus story. Wonderfully written and brilliantly plotted . . . Brilliant * Bookseller *The voice is as funny as ever, but there are also passages of eerie beauty . . . Stroud has lost none of his dazzle -- Suzi Feay * Financial Times *Wonderfully written and brilliantly plotted, this book provides an entertaining cast of characters and a satisfying denoument, with ends finally tied after many twists and turns. Bartimaeus himself is a brilliant creation, offering lots of comedy opportunities to the writer -- Marilyn Brocklehurst * The Bookseller *May be the best one yet . . . Needless to say Bartimaeus is a tad resentful of the magicians and expresses his disgruntlement with wit, much sarcasm, and occasional magician-devouring -- Susan Goundrey Kruse * Stories from the Web *

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Book SynopsisFrom beloved author Heather Buchta comes a juicy, mind-twisting thriller about football, romance, and the cost of playing the game.In Texas, football is life. For Finn Geringer, it?s a ticket to a better future. Transferring to East Pages High, Finn hopes to secure a college scholarship and a chance to provide for his grandmother. In this town where football reigns supreme, East Pages seems perfect. Until it?s not.Finn?s girlfriend, Megan, notices rival players absent from games. As she digs deeper, her life becomes increasingly dangerous: Mysterious cars tail her, strangers issue threats, and she?s sure someone?s been in her bedroom. Is it her imagination, or is East Pages hiding a dark secret?Meanwhile, Finn?s cousin, Brit, the head cheerleader, revels in the perks of popularity and the prestige of attending a renowned sports school. But when a football player dies, she learns that her peers are purposely keeping her in the dark. Is her popularity an illusion?Finn must choose between pursuing his dreams or uncovering the truth. As he, Brit, and Megan unravel the team?s mysteries, they face a powerful force determined to protect the school?s legacy at all costs. From veteran author Heather Buchta comes a gripping second-guessing game of suspicion and paranoia, romance and reputation, and the lengths people will go to protect who?and what?they love.

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Book SynopsisShare the classic novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in an illustrated chapter storybook made for young readers! Perfectly thrilling, beginner readers will find the irresistible mystery of Kid Classics Sherlock Holmes: The Hound of the Baskervilles just the right amount of detective work!Sir Arthur Conan Doyle wrote this classic tale about Sherlock Holmes and his sidekick Watson more than one hundred years ago, and it's a story that you can't put down.When the Baskervilles are haunted by a giant, ghostly hound that glows eerily and howls outside their estate at night, no one can crack the case but Sherlock Holmes! Holmes and Watson track the fearsome hound through the Grimpen Mire and solve the mystery, along the way learning lessons about greed, truth, and illusion. With page after page of captivating illustrations, this magical hardcover will be the fought over favorite in your home and schoolroom!This just-for-kids retelling of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic Sherlock Holmes: The Hound of the Baskervilles: Is an abridged, child-friendly retelling of original novel Is a beautiful illustrated hardcover with illustrations in each chapter Is perfect for homeschooling, school reading challenges, and beginning readers

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Book SynopsisSee the world from another unique perspective in the thrilling new novel from the author of I Have No Secrets (a World Book Day title for 2018).Nothing ever happens on Kasia''s street. And Kasia would know, because her illness makes her spend days stuck at home, watching the world from her bedroom window. So when she sees what looks like a kidnapping, she''s not sure whether she can believe her own eyes There was a girl in the window opposite did she see something too? But when Kasia goes to find her she is told the most shocking thing of all.There is no girl.An eye-opening and compulsive page-turner for readers aged 12 and up.Penny Joelson began working with disabled people when she was a teenager, which gave her the inspiration and insight for this book. As well as writing compulsive thrillers for teen readers she also teaches creative writing. Find Penny on Twitter: @pennyjoelson

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Book SynopsisWith Sophie still missing in action after their explosive mission in Paris, Lil decides to take matters into her own hands. On a new mission for the Secret Service Bureau, can Lil find Sophie in misty, mysterious St Petersburg?Can they uncover the identity of their true enemy and can they trust anyone even the Bureau?It''s time for Sophie and Lil to put their spy skills to the test.Read the first book in the TAYLOR AND ROSE SECRET AGENTS series:PERIL IN PARISDon''t miss The SINCLAIR''S MYSTERIES series:THE CLOCKWORK SPARROWTHE JEWELLED MOTHTHE PAINTED DRAGONTHE MIDNIGHT PEACOCKPerfect for fans of Robin Stevens'' Murder Most Unladylike series, Katherine Rundell and Emma Carroll.

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Book SynopsisWhen Sir Charles Baskerville dies in mysterious circumstances, the world's greatest detective is called in to investigate. Sherlock Holmes must use all his powers of deduction if he is to solve the blood-curdling mystery of the terrifying Hound of the Baskervilles.

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Book SynopsisFog rolls into Tulsa, and with it comes Darkness. Zoey knows the Darkness means something is up, and it looks like something involves Neferet. But Neferet can't possibly have been freed, right? Meanwhile, Other Neferet arrives in Woodward Park to set this world's Neferet free from her grotto prison. Other Kevin and Other Stark are hot on their trail, but how can the new friends travel to this world without invoking Old Magick, and paying a costly – perhaps deadly – price? Faced with a deadly enemy, Zoey and the Nerd Herd will have to band together with the unlikeliest of allies. But will they be powerful enough to defeat her old nemesis? Or will both worlds be destroyed and claimed by Darkness? The thrilling conclusion to the House of Night Otherworld series from New York Times bestselling authors P.C. and Kristin Cast.

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Book SynopsisHave you ever experienced dreams so vivid it seems like you have lived them? Or had déjà vu so strong you''re convinced you must have been there before?The explosive first book in a brand new action-packed series from bestselling author Chris Bradford.Late one night a schoolgirl is attacked in a city park. When a stranger rushes to her rescue, Genna Adams believes it''s luck that their paths crossed. Then a week later, the same boy saves her from being kidnapped and Genna realises this is no coincidence. But the explanation offered by the boy, Phoenix, is even stranger than she could have imagined - a long-forgotten foe has tracked her across lifetimes to lay claim to Genna''s very soul. As the hunters close in, Genna has no choice but to trust her mysterious protector - and soon she is swept into a deadly adventure, racing across time to save herself and, ultimately, the human race.Because for Genna, death is only the beginning...

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Book SynopsisGet ready for another heart-racing, twist-filled thriller from the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author NATASHA PRESTON.ARE YOU AFRAID OF DYING?It's just a stupid meme that's going around Izzy's small fishing town in the dead of winter - people reposting and sharing their biggest fear. But when her classmates start turning up dead - dying in the way that they said scared them the most - Izzy knows it's no joke.With each death hitting closer to home, Izzy knows she must stop the killer. Could her older sister's friend Tristan have something to do with the deaths? He's given her some strange vibes. Or what about his brooding cousin, Axel? He's in her classes at school but he's not a murderer . . . is he?Izzy soon finds herself on a path that will lead her right to the killer . . . and her own worst nightmare.

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Book SynopsisA captivating and profoundly moving novel with hints of supernatural intrigue, blending We Were Liars and Your Name into a can?t-miss read for fans of You?ve Reached Sam.Thirty years ago, Grace?s mom left her hometown of Hermitage, Florida and never looked back?which is exactly why Grace thinks it?s the safest place to spend her summer now. Since her mom died in a car crash, Grace has been desperate to get away from the memories and reminders of her loss. Spending the summer transcribing cassette tapes for the Hermitage Historical Society might be boring, but boring is just what Grace needs.Until she hears the voice of Jake Underwood?the boy who first recorded the cassette tapes back in 1992. When Grace realizes he can hear anything she records, despite thirty years of time between them, they strike up an impossible conversation through the tapes.But the past isn?t any simpler than the present, and a mystery has haunted Hermitage through the generations. In the 1970?s, a hurricane made landfall and resulted in the tragic death of Jake?s uncle Charley. In a town as suffocatinglysmall as Hermitage, it?s impossible not to notice how no one talks about that storm, or Charley, and as the mystery unfurls, Grace can?t help but realize a worse truth: No one talks about Jake either.A beautifully written exploration of grief and what happens when untreated wounds bleed into future generations, The Underwood Tapes is the perfect read for anyone in need of a good, cathartic cry.

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Book SynopsisSay goodbye to Ruby Redfort: every smart kid's smart kid. The mind-blowing conclusion to the thrilling series by award-winning author Lauren Child.Ruby Redfort: undercover agent, code-cracker and thirteen-year-old genius you can count on her when the ice starts to crack.All good things come to an end Ruby Redfort is running scared, a whole bunch of people want her dead and worst of all one of them is on her team. But just who is this agent of doom?You can run, Ruby, but you can't hideTrade Review‘Full of sprint-paced adventure, with tear-pricking farewells and a satisfying tying-up of ends’ Guardian Praise for Lauren Child: ‘Lauren Child is a publishing phenomenon’ – Observer Magazine ‘Lauren Child is so good it’s exhilarating’ – The Independent Praise for the Ruby Redfort series: ‘The coolest girl hero in years … Child refuses to write down to her tween and teen audience and challenges readers with more twists than a curling tongs party’ The Times ‘Redfort is one of the best things to happen to ten-plus British fiction’ The Times ‘The new Ruby Redfort book is utterly exceptionordinarily brilliant’ – Clarice Bean ‘Lauren Child has put imagination and fun back into the real worlds of childhood’ – Julia Eccleshare, Guardian ‘Cool, punchy, stylish’ – Sun ‘A cracking adventure’ – Mail ‘What more could adventure-loving girls want?’ – The Sunday Times

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Book SynopsisStine's Fear Street trilogy is: You May Now Kill the Bride (Return to Fear Street, Book 1) The Wrong Girl (Return to Fear Street, Book 2) Drop Dead Gorgeous (Return to Fear Street, Book 3)

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Book SynopsisA brand new addictive, twisty thriller from the New York Times bestselling author of 14 WAYS TO DIE - for fans of Karen McManus, Holly Jackson and Lisa Jewell.LOCK EVERY DOORTom''s family have moved into their dream home. But pretty soon he starts to notice that something is very wrong - there are strange messages written on the wall and locks on the bedroom doors. On the OUTSIDE.The previous owners have moved just across the road and they seem like the perfect family. Their daughter Amy is beautiful and enigmatic but Tom is sure she''s got something to hide. And he isn''t going to stop until he finds the truth behind those locked doors. . .Will their dream home become a nightmare?

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Book Synopsis''Fierce, ruthless and unputdownable'' - Karen McManus, bestselling author of One Of Us Is LyingI point at my hair, and I say, This color. You know what it''s called? She shakes her head: No. I say, REVENGE. She says Good girl. Kill him. Revenge is a bitch. Jade Khanjara and her three best friends rule their glittering LA circle. They control everything. Until one night. The night four boys spike Jade''s drink, lock her in a room and attack her. When they try to ruin her.But they chose the wrong girl. Jade is made of claws and fangs and cruel sharp edges. Jade will have them clutching at their throats and choking on blood. She wants revenge. She has no mercy. And now she won''t rest until she gets satisfaction. This is the thriller for fans of Killing Eve and One of Us is Lying. This isn''t for the light hearted. Trade ReviewFierce, ruthless and unputdownable * Karen McManus, bestselling author of One Of Us Is Lying *A tale of power and retribution - Macbeth for Gen Z * The Sun *Post-#MeToo, novels aimed at teenage girls frequently revolve around topics of consent, slut-shaming and revenge porn. The haste to be timely can mean half-cooked ingredients, something Hannah Capin's Foul Is Fair could never be accused of: rather Capin turns the heat up high to roast setting...wicked fun! * Financial Times *Capin's twisty, blood-soaked take on Shakespeare's play is a propulsive, white-hot juggernaut of vengeance that packs a viscerally satisfying punch. * Publishers Weekly *This isn't a how-to-murder-your-classmates manual; it's a ferocious, frenzied reaction to a world that has, for too long, treated women as collateral damage in stories that have been deemed more important than theirs ... Jade's first-person narrative, steeped in rage and drenched, unapologetically, with gore, moves at a relentless pace. * Booklist, starred review *This book is not to be missed. * Paste *Rhythmic, propulsive prose drives this bloody retelling of Macbeth at a relentless pace all the way to its violent end...impossible to put down. * Kirkus *[A] dark, brutal revenge fantasy, sharply feminist and brimming with melodic prose. Capin's sophomore novel is bloody brilliant - exceedingly bloody, and every bit as brilliant * Dana Mele, author of People Like Us *Capin's writing will seduce you with its beauty and then, when you least suspect it, slice you to the bone - just like Foul is Fair's captivating, vicious, entirely unforgettable heroine, Jade * Layne Fargo, author of Temperand and co-host of Unlikeable Female Characters podcast *Fierce, vicious, and electric. If books had teeth, Foul Is Fair would have fangs. Capin's language glitters dark and her writing cuts deep. Revenge is a dish best served by this deliciously unapologetic coven * Laurie Elizabeth Flynn, author of Firsts and Last Girl Lied To *Vicious and beautifully brutal, Foul is Fair gives a sword to every girl who has ever been a victim and makes them a warrior. This book is pulls no punches . . . An unapologetic feminist battle-cry that leaves you breathless and thirsting for vengeance * Sonia Hartl, author of Have a Little Faith in Me *Foul is Fair delivers the story of a girl who snatches control back from a world that stole it away, through whatever means necessary. Hannah Capin deftly combines stunningly lyrical prose with the raw power of engulfing fury, sending a message written in blood. In a world where too many are forced into silence, this book roars back * Sophie Gonzales, author of The Law of Inertia and Only Mostly Devastated *Jade does what uncounted sexual assault survivors have dreamed of doing - she takes matters into her own hands. What ensues is part [...] revenge fantasy, part diabolically well-planned manipulation, and it's all done in lyrical prose that feels dreamy and so much like Shakespeare. A gorgeous, scorchingly emotional novel * Wendy Heard, author of Hunting Annabelle and The Kill Club and cohost of Unlikeable Female Characters podcast *This revenge fantasy told from the point of view of a rape survivor will shock and awe. * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisTogether until the very end....Jessica Cunsolo''s epic romance that began in She''s With Me comes to a heart-stopping conclusion.Love has never been easy for Amelia Collins and Aiden Parker. They''ve faced every single imaginable challenge: a car crash, stalker attacks, evil fathers, wicked enemies and finally giving in to their feelings.So, it''s no surprise that just as Aiden and Amelia begin to plan their future, a new challenge emerges that could threaten everything. As Amelia once again attempts to protect those she loves, she inadvertently leaves a trail of clues behind, and her stalker is hot on her heals.Faced with an impossible choice between love and survival, Amelia and Aiden''s devotion to each other is tested like never before. But it may be no match for a cold-blooded killer.The thrilling finale in the With Me series is sure to take your breath away . . .

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Book SynopsisWhat happens when a horror movie becomes reality? Karen M. McManus meets Scream in this spine-tingling YA horror thriller that cleverly explores themes of race and class. Devon Harris doesn''t have much planned for the summer - until her sister, Drew, invites Devon to a very exclusive private school party.Out of her element, Devon commits to being game at everything. Even when the private school kids ask her if there are fights at her school. Even when they ask her if her box braids are her real hair. Even when those weird ass kids pull out a Ouija board.But this seemingly harmless bit of fun has terrible consequences. Something has been released, and only a week later it''s hunting Devon, Drew and their friends. Hunting them in an eerily familiar way . . .The real-life horror movie has begun. The blonde is up first, then the asshole - right up to the Final Girl. Unless the murderous cycle can be broken, they''re all going to be next.

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Book SynopsisWinner of the two main children''s book awards in Aotearoa New Zealand: the Margaret Mahy Book of the Year Award and the Storylines Notable Junior Fiction Award 2024. They dug a hole right there on our farm on the bank of the Mangawara and they put the box filled with gold inside it and covered it with dirt. And to keep the gold safe until they could return one of them placed a tapu on it. A tapu so that anyone who tried to touch the gold before they could come back for it would die.Titch is determined to find the gold hidden somewhere on her family''s farm. It might be tapu but that won''t put her off.Her dad has gone bankrupt, and she has had to leave her home in the city and move back with her family to smalltown Ngaruawahia, start a new school and find new friends. Could the hidden gold be the way to fix her family''s money problems?Titch, her cousins and new friend Tania set out to find the gold. But an unexpected encounter with a creature from the nearby river sees Titch learn about her own Maori heritage and the dangers of messing with tapu.A fascinating insight into Maori legend and culture, Nine Girls is a page-turning adventure that shows what it''s like to feel like an outsider in our own world.

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Book SynopsisCarl Hiaasen was born and raised in Florida. He is the author of nine previous novels, including Sick Puppy, Lucky You, Stormy Weather and Basket Case. He also writes a twice weekly metropolitan column for the Miami Herald.Trade ReviewHilarious, yet serious about the environmental issues * Guardian *A gross-out plot likely to appeal . . . A satisfyingly different kind of adventure book for kids * Inis *Aquatic high jinks in this entertaining ecological tale of responsibility and revenge * The Bookseller *With real villainy and real right and wrong issues but told in convincingly involving, over the top manner * The School Librarian *Flush is pacy and amusing. It will entertain readers with a sense of justice, a concern for the environment and an understanding that the simplest and whackiest ideas are often the best * Writeaway! *

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Book SynopsisIt's Katie's 17th birthday the dancefloor is packed, the drink is flowing and Rave-fess, the Raven's Hill School confession site, is alight with gossip. Then a huge fight breaks out, sending guests fleeing.When Frankie, Jess and Sorcha go back to help Katie clear up her wrecked house before her parents get home, they find more than broken bottles There's a body on the living room floor.The gripping teen thriller that will keep everyone guessing.

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Book SynopsisThe highly anticipated second novel from the bestselling author of Firekeeper's Daughter

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Book SynopsisIn Erin Beaty's fantasy mystery-thriller, Blood and Moonlight, an orphan with a secret, magical sight gets caught between a mysterious, genius detective and the serial killer she’s hunting.Rising about the city of Collis is the Holy Sanctum. Catrin, an orphan girl, watches over its many spires with a unique skill that serves the Sanctum’s master architect.Then Catrin witnesses a murder and she is pulled into a dangerous chain of events where the only certainty is that the killer will strike again. The detective on the case is the brilliant and enigmatic Simon, whose insights into the mind of a predator are frighteningly accurate. As the grisly crimes continue, Catrin finds herself caught between killer and detective.But she’s hiding her own secret — and it might be the only thing that saves her and those sheloves from becoming the next victims. . .Continue the magic with Silence and Shadow.Trade ReviewDark thrills for fans of psychology, magick, and murder * Kirkus Reviews *Beaty’s protagonist is a medieval version of Clarice from The Silence of the Lambs, and she is constantly surrounded by chauvinistic men who underestimate her . . . Readers will appreciate this period piece starring a heroine with uncharted gifts and bravado. An elementary choice of a read * Booklist *[A] complex and socially conscious murder mystery set in a Western European–inspired medieval fantasy city that’s hiding cataclysmic secrets . . . Beaty thoroughly and deftly examines prejudice against sex workers and people with mental illnesses, combining introspective dialogue, subtle magic, and hair-raising thrills for a riveting, thoughtful read. * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisKat's got a deadline - two weeks to pull off the biggest heist in history...

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of THE ONE DOLLAR HORSE trilogy a sensational, stand-alone equestrian thriller and romance about a girl on the run from the law, a boy on a mission to save a life and a race from Colorado to Oregon that they both have to win...A Girl on the Run from the LawAlexandra Blakewood has everything any teenager could wish for, apart from the horse she''d love, but she won''t stop getting into trouble. Sent to a US boot camp, she dreams of escaping. It seems impossible until she''s told about a gruelling 1,200 mile horse race across the American West . . . A Boy on a Mission to Save a LifeWill Greyton was the star student at his Tennessee high school until his father was laid off. Now Will works at a burger joint. When his dad falls ill, it seems things can''t get any worse. An operation will save him, but there''s no way to pay for it. Then Will hears about The Glory, a deadly endurance race with a $250,000 purse, open to any rider daring enough to attempt it . . .Trade ReviewA thrilling adventure story ... not just for horse lovers * The Best New Children's Books 2015 *A glorious book ... a thrilling, escapist triumph * The School Librarian *The Glory is a glorious book, a truly fantastic adventure story ... This is a thrilling, escapist triumph * School Librarian *Exciting and heartwarming, this is a real page-turner * CountryLife.co.uk *A National Velvet for modern teenagers. -- Alex O'Connell * THE TIMES *The author's knowledge of horsemanship, and of the geography and history of the route, give this novel conviction, and the landscape comes to life along with the characters. The journey involves romance, betrayal, sacrifice, danger, family drama and a tense pursuit. Saddle up for an exhilarating ride. -- Nicolette Jones * THE SUNDAY TIMES *Brilliant - a vast adventure and love story and, I'm trying hard not to say, glorious. * KATHERINE RUNDELL, author of ROOFTOPPERS *THE GLORY is a born winner. * AMANDA CRAIG *Lauren St John is the new queen of the older horse novel. * The Times (Saturday Review) *Part gripping adventure, part love story, this powerful novel travels through an exhilarating yet terrifying landscape. Alex and Will must dig deep, discovering newfound pride in themselves and love for their families. * BOOK TRUST *A pony adventure story worthy of the Pullein-Thompson sisters * HORSE & COUNTRYSIDE MAGAZINE *Certain to be a huge favourite with readers and will bear comparison with classic horse stories by authors such as Patricia Leitch and KM Peyton. * BOOKS FOR KEEPS *A Glorious read. * IT WAS LOVELY READING YOU *Lauren St John's horse stories are as good as any of the classics by K M Peyton or Patricia Leitch and this is a marvellous adventure. Readers will fall in love with the horses, wiry, intelligent Shiraz, part Arab; and Scout, Alex's horse, a wild palomino. -- Andrea Reece * LOVE READING *

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Book Synopsis''I''m the lawyer, and you''re the client. My advice to you is to bury this and not tell a soul. Never. Got it?''Theodore Boone, courtroom hero and the only kid lawyer in town, is facing a tough week at school with his exams.But things take a turn for the worse when a huge scandal is revealed - by none other than his best friend, April. And when April makes a decision that Theodore advises against, the scandal suddenly blows up and is all over the news. Their futures are on the line and April''s running scared. Can Theodore find a way to reverse the damage and save several lives from ruin?***********************What readers are saying about THEODORE BOONE: THE SCANDAL''A great story'' - 5 stars''Fantastic'' - 5 stars''John Grisham at his best'' - 5 stars''Excellent - another great book by John Grisham'' - 5 starsTrade Review'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 *'Nobody does legal fiction better' * Daily Express *'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 *'A master of his craft' * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisAn apocalyptic thriller, The Rain by Virginia Bergin is a coming of age story of survival in a scary, weather-beaten world.One minute sixteen-year-old Ruby Morris is having her first proper snog with Caspar McCloud in a hot tub, and the next she’s being bundled inside the house, dripping wet, cold and in her underwear. Not cool. As she and Caspar shiver in the kitchen, it starts to rain. They turn on the radio to hear panicked voices - ‘It’s in the rain . . . it’s in the rain . . . ' That was two weeks ago, and now Ruby is totally alone. People weren’t prepared for the rain, got caught out in it, didn’t realize that you couldn’t drink water from the taps either. Even a drop of rain would infect your blood, and eat you from the inside out. Ruby knows she has to get to London to find her dad, but she just doesn’t know where to start . . . After rescuing all the neighbourhood dogs, Ruby sets off Trade ReviewOverall I found the concept interesting, there is a flood (no pun intended) of zombie apocalypse books out at the moment but the idea of the rain being poisoned was different. The characters were likable and flawed and it was realistic in the events that befell them all, no super powers to save them here! * NetGalley *Tense, scary, and high emotion, The Rain will have you on the edge of your seat and afraid to step outside. * dark-readers.com *Distinctly British dystopian survival thriller. Great page turner, and I particularly enjoyed the very normal heroine after so many Katniss-lites. * The Bookseller *A gripping- page turner with moments of surreal humour and great tenderness - not to mention dread as the raindrops fall. * The Bookseller *Is not a novel about the English summer but a nightmare vision of the future where a single drop of rain can kill. * express.co.uk *The Rain' left me speechless! It is such a unique thriller that was very fast paced - I would recommend this book to all teens as it is quite something out of the ordinary! * 11horncastlea.wordpress.com *I can't stop thinking about this book. Virginia Bergin's The Rain is unlike any apocalyptic novel I've read, mostly due to the hilarious and quirky but utterly believable narrator Ruby Morris. * ashleighonline.wordpress.com *Utterly brilliant... loved with a passion. * lizlovesbooks.com *The Rain is just wonderful, there is no instalove, there is just plain getting on with it with lots of shoplifting, attempting to drive and trying to survive whilst making sure you look nice! I really think you should read this book, you need to remember it is written from a 15 year olds POV, there is a lot of moaning and being selfish but it's funny, heartwarming, cringy, sad and terrifying, it is truly amazing. * redheatherduff.blogspot.co.uk *The Rain was hilarious and really well written from the viewpoint of a teenager. * heyhollyjune.blogspot.co.uk *

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Book SynopsisHarlow and her mum, Cora, have been on the run her entire life. She has no idea why or what they're running from, but in every place they stop, they create new names and stories, and they never stay for long. Then, one night, while attempting to skip town, Cora is killed, leaving Harlow alone and with a million questions.But her mum's secrets live on. And when a key to a hidden safety deposit box leads Harlow to Crescent Ridge - Cora's hometown - she discovers a trail of buried secrets and lies.Harlow was hoping to find something that would help her understand her mum better. But what she finds instead will change everything she knows about her mum - and herself - forever.From the author of BAD THINGS HAPPEN HERE comes another gripping thriller, perfect for fans of WE WERE LIARS, ONE OF US IS LYING and GIRL IN PIECES.Trade ReviewA gripping thriller that doesn't reveal its secrets until the very end. * Kirkus *An edgy, uneasy atmosphere propels this climactic thriller towards a breakneck resolution. * Publishers Weekly *A zippy, accomplished YA thriller for fans of E Lockhart. -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *a compelling read and one that will answer your questions but leave you with plenty to think about. -- Louise Ellis-Barrett * Armadillo Magazine *

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