Contemporary Fiction Books

Book SynopsisA gloriously romantic novel about fame, friendship and falling in love, from the No. 1 bestselling author and Queen of the Castle - perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes, Sophie Kinsella & Cecelia Ahern''Gloriously romantic'' JILL MANSELL''Warm and romantic, this will brighten up your day'' CLOSERSophie May has a secret.One that she''s successfully kept for years. It''s meant that she''s had to give up her dreams of going to university and travelling the world to stay in her little village, living with her mum and working in the local teashop. But then Sophie unexpectedly meets the gorgeous Billy Buskin - a famous actor with ambitions to make it to the top. As they begin to grow closer, Sophie finds herself whisked away from the comfort of her life into Billy''s glamorous - but ruthless - world.After years of shying away from attention, can Sophie handle the constant scrutiny that comes with beTrade ReviewPraise for Billy and Me * - *A gorgeous, gloriously romantic read with buckets of charm - I absolutely loved it! -- Jill Mansell * bestselling author of This Could Change Everything *A sweet and sparkling debut from a lovely lady. Sure to be a hit -- Carole Matthews * bestselling author of Million Love Songs *Warm and romantic, this charming read will certainly brighten up your day * Closer *Wonderfully warm and cosy. The perfect comfort read to curl-up with and enjoy -- Ali McNamara * bestselling author of The Summer of Serendipity *Tons of charm and genuine warmth * Star Magazine *Only the most hard-hearted could fail to root for Sophie as she falls for A-lister Billy and must take on the mad, bad world of showbiz. This sweet debut reminded me of Last Night at Chateau Marmont -- Louise Candlish * bestselling author of The Swimming Pool *If you're looking for a romantic read and a summer treat that'll take you on a journey and leave you feeling like you've made a new friend, you'll love Billy and Me -- Vanessa Greene * bestselling author of The Little Piece of You and Me *This is one juicy read * Now *Must read * Sunday Mirror *

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Book SynopsisA story about love and the unbreakable bonds of friendship, from the bestselling author of Billy and Me and Some Kind of WonderfulMaddy, dressed in white, stands at the back of the church. At the end of the aisle is Rob - the man she''s about to marry. Next to Rob is Ben - best man and the best friend any two people ever had.And that''s the problem.Because if it wasn''t Rob waiting for her at the altar, there''s a strong chance it would be Ben. Loyal and sensitive Ben has always kept his feelings to himself, but if he turned round and told Maddy she was making a mistake, would she listen? And would he be right?Best friends since childhood, Maddy, Ben and Rob thought their bond was unbreakable. But love changes everything. Maddy has a choice to make but will she choose wisely? Her heart, and the hearts of the two best men she knows, depend on it . . .Praise for Giovanna Fletcher:''Gorgeous, glorTrade ReviewYou're The One That I Want is a gorgeously tender, funny and big-hearted novel with wonderful characters you'll fall in love with -- Miranda DickinsonPraise for Giovanna Fletcher * - *A gorgeous, gloriously romantic read with buckets of charm - I absolutely loved it! -- Jill MansellA heartbreakingly beautiful story about friendship and unrequited love. I was totally and utterly captivated -- Paige ToonA sweet and sparkling debut from a lovely lady. Sure to be a hit -- Carole MatthewsThis sweet debut reminded me of Last Night at Chateau Marmont -- Louise CandlishWonderfully warm and cosy. The perfect comfort read to curl-up with and enjoy -- Ali McNamaraWarm and romantic, this charming read will certainly brighten up your day * Closer *Tons of charm and genuine warmth * Star Magazine *This is one juicy read * Now *Must read * Sunday Mirror *

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Book SynopsisThe Complete Short Stories of Roald Dahl in the second of two unsettling and sinister volumes.''Dahl finds the child in the adult and the adult in the child and, with a little smile, he sticks the knife in both'' Anthony Horowitz, from his introductionRoald Dahl is one of the world''s most popular writers, equally at home writing for both children and adults. In this, the second of two volumes chronologically collecting all his published adult short stories, we experience Dahl''s dark and powerful imagination in full flight in 28 stories written between 1954 and 1988 (including eight tales which are not available in any other printed edition).Here, in ''Parson''s Pleasure'', a piece of furniture is the subject of a deceitful bargain; in ''William and Mary'', a wife revenges herself on her dead husband; and in ''Royal Jelly'' some new parents find an unusual and unsettling way to give their newborn its start in life.Whether you''re

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Book Synopsis***SOON TO BE A MAJOR TV SERIES***Read the deeply atmospheric and masterfully crafted tale of love and loss that will chill you to the bone.''Stunning'' Simon Mayo Radio 2 Book Club''A twist-filled page-turner'' Closer---Three-year-old Dillon vanished in the middle of the night. His father Harry can''t forgive himself for not protecting his only child. Yet Harry isn''t blamed by his wife Robin: she bares her own secret guilt.Five years later, thousands of miles away, Harry spots an eight-year-old boy in a crowd - a boy he is convinced is Dillon.Desperate to find his missing son, Harry''s obsession tears apart his marriage, exposing shameful secrets and shattering the one thing he and Robin had left - trust.Why won''t Robin believe Harry? What is she hiding? Can the boy really be Dillon?And how far will Harry go to find their lost son?---''The Boy Trade ReviewGenuinely surprising * Guardian *Stunning -- Simon Mayo Radio 2 Book ClubI shot through this in one sitting. Like Gone Girl, it's told alternately by a husband and his wife. At the very beginning, something very shocking happens . . . It's the most gripping thing I've read for ages * Evening Standard *A twist-filled page-turner * Closer *A truly remarkable novel. The Boy That Never Was is a pitch-perfect balance of driving plot and honest, complex human emotion. Written in a captivating, lyrical style and brilliantly structured, the story grips your heart from the first pages and simply never lets go -- Jeffrey DeaverBeautifully written, tense and twisty tale * Sunday Mirror *Gripping from its dramatic opening chapter, this tense, unpredictable novel blends a thriller with an intimate family story to produce a most compelling read -- John BoyneThe Boy That Never Was is that powerful thing, a beautifully written mystery driven by its exploration of the characters' innermost hearts - of the inexorable ripples that loss sends out, and the terrible damage people can do to those they love most. Both as a crime novel and as an emotional journey, it's gripping stuff -- Tana FrenchThis assured debut is equal parts thriller, mystery and fascinating psychological study * Irish Times *Taut, smartly written, empathetic and at times unbearably tense . . . The Boy That Never Was hits the bullseye * Irish Independent *A debut novel that will catch fire -- Nelson DeMilleA tense domestic thriller that is full of surprises * Irish Mail on Sunday *One of those unique books that grips you from the start . . . climaxing in an unexpected and explosive twist that we simply didn't see coming. This isn't a relaxed read, but it is dramatic and thrilling * Irish Country Living *

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Book SynopsisAn evocative and unique fantasy romance from the international Number One bestselling author of the Crossfire series . . . An infamous beauty. A daring warrior. Two hearts are about to collide . . .For five years, Sapphire has been the King of Sari''s most treasured concubine. Independent at last, she refuses to put herself in anyone''s control again. But now another''s scheming has led her into the path of proud, arrogant Wulfric, Crown Prince of the rival kingdom of D''Ashier, a man who is dangerous to her in every way.The daughter of Wulfric''s fiercest opponent, Sapphire is a prized warrior in her own right and highly skilled in the sensual arts - Wulfric''s perfect match. A lasting union is unthinkable, but the bargain they strike - to spend one night together, and then part - proves impossible in the face of a desire powerful enough to bring two countries to the brink of war, and two hearts to the pointTrade ReviewPraise for Sylvia Day * - *Several shades darker and a hundred degrees hotter than anything you've read before * Reveal *Move over Danielle Steel and Jackie Collins, this is the dawn of a new Day * Amuse *A master storyteller * RT Book Reviews *Steamy sex scenes and intriguing plot twists will have readers clamouring for more * Library Journal *Lots of sex and gripping story lines * Sun *Full of emotional angst, scorching love scenes, and a compelling storyline * Dear Author *They are powerful, sexy and unputdownable * Victoria Loves Books *Boldly passionate, scorchingly sexy * Booklist *Sophisticated, engaging, clever and sweet * Irish Independent *Indulgent fantasy at its most enjoyable * Shelf Awareness *

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Book SynopsisThe chilling, gripping thriller from the author of the stunning Richard and Judy Book Club bestseller Daughter''It''s our son, Sam . . . someone took him. Please help us''Emma hoped that she and her family would return from their year abroad closer, with memories to last a lifetime.Instead, they returned minus one child.A year on, Emma is haunted by their son''s disappearance, and feels further than ever from her husband.Is their child still out there somewhere?Will the mystery about what happened that night ever be unravelled?And, if the truth does come to light, will Emma''s family be healed - or wrenched even further apart?Trade ReviewA dark twisty tale * Heat *Gripping tale * Telegraph, Pick of the Week *A gripping read about a family whose hopeful adventure turns into a nightmare * You Magazine *Suspenseful, brooding, and with touches of witchcraft - it makes for a perfect blend of horror and thriller * Sunday Mirror *Shemilt specialises in the fictionalisation of parental nightmares . . . well written, taut and tense -- Wendy Holden * Daily Mail *I enjoyed this book from the first page . . . this book comes with a very enthusiastic recommendation . . . The story is all encompassing and I felt itchy with anticipation as I savoured every page * The Book Bag *The parent's despair is so brilliantly written, you feel every stab of grief. The thrilling ending does not disappoint. A must-read! * Woman Magazine *Praise for Daughter * - *Utterly gripping. A tautly coiled spring of suspicion and suspense which builds to a devastating ending * Mail On Sunday *Taut and thought-provoking * Sunday Mirror *

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Book SynopsisFor fans of Kate Mosse and Kate Morton comes a haunting novel about two women separated by decades but entwined by fate.When Alice Eveleigh arrives at Fiercombe Manor during the long, languid summer of 1933, she finds a house steeped in mystery and brimming with secrets. Sadness permeates its empty rooms and the isolated valley seems crowded with ghosts, none more alluring than Elizabeth Stanton whose only traces remain in a few tantalisingly blurred photographs. Why will no one speak of her? What happened a generation ago to make her vanish?As the sun beats down relentlessly, Alice becomes ever more determined to unearth the truth about the girl in the photograph - and stop her own life from becoming an eerie echo of Elizabeth''s . . .Lifelong fans of Daphne du Maurier''s Rebecca will adore Kate Riordan''s exquisite novel, The Girl in the Photograph.Praise for The Girl in the Photograph:Trade ReviewBeautifully written, with intrigue and mystery. I was itching for answers as the two narratives unfolded -- Dinah JefferiesA sweeping saga of secrets and ghosts * Good Housekeeping *Intelligent, poignant and highly recommended -- Louise CandlishFull of slow-burning tension * Essentials *Rich and atmospheric -- Rachel HoreWell-executed and brooding, with a creepy atmosphere * Sunday Mirror *

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Book SynopsisRumours, secrets and lies. It''s all in a day''s work.Tamsin and her best friend Michelle have been inseparable since they were teenagers. Even now they spend all their time together, along with Patrick, Michelle''s handsome husband.So when Tamsin hears a rumour that Patrick is having an affair, she is furious. Unwilling to ignore it, Tamsin plots a scheme to catch Patrick in the act, using her assistant Bea as live-bait. It should be fool proof. After all, Tamsin can trust Bea with anything. From her daily coffee order to fetching her dry-cleaning, writing reports and doing all the filing - Bea does everything with a smile on her face. Except Tamsin never considered Bea might have her own agenda. And if she does, then Tamsin really needs to watch her back . . .Praise for Strictly Between Us''I raced through this beautifully written, thoughtful and exciting story, alternately Trade ReviewI raced through this beautifully written, thoughtful and exciting story, alternately cringing and cheering as things veer further off-piste after nail-biting moments I defy anyone to predict. I didn't like it, I loved it * Daily Mail *A smart, edgy and cautionary tale of friendship and fidelity * Sunday Mirror *A deliciously edgy read full of double-dealings and divided loyalties * Good Housekeeping *A fast-moving, clever and genuinely funny story filled with twists and turns * Closer *Sassy, sharply observed * Woman & Home *Fallon's characterisation is always spot-on and this book is no different, with well drawn out characters and a tight plot that barrels along towards a brilliant climax * Press Association *Another compelling twist of friendship, love and lies * Daily Record *Sparkling and unpredictable * Elle *Chick lit with an edge * Guardian *A hilarious read * Bella *I love Fallon, she's in a category all of her own - her books are great fun and her characters are fabulous, believable women who take no nonsense. The plot is so juicy: it's about trapping a cheating man and it's told from the points of view of two women who were friends, but one of them has developed an agenda all of her own. It's fun, clever, warm and utterly un-putdownable. -- Marian Keyes * Daily Mail *A fast-moving, clever and genuinely funny story filled with twists and turns * Closer ***** * Heat *Fallon's characterisation is always spot-on and this book is no different, with well-drawn out characters and a tight plot that barrels along towards a brilliant climax * Press Association Review *Another compelling twist of friendship, love and lies * Daily Record *Queen of chick lit Jane Fallon brings us another gripping novel of friendship, deceit and drama. She is at her edgy and entertaining best - definitely one to be passed around your girl squad! * OK Magazine *Absorbing, entertaining and spiky tale full of twists, turns and ruthless double * Daily Express *A clever book that makes you laugh, makes you angry - and makes you wonder whose side you would take if it happened to you . . . * Woman *Absorbing, entertaining and spiky tale full of twists, turns and ruthless double * Daily Express *A clever book that makes you laugh, makes you angry - and makes you wonder whose side you would take if it happened to you . . . * Woman *

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Book SynopsisSink into the hilarious feel-good story of a family holiday gone wrong from the Sunday Times bestselling author of A Cornish Summer''Wonderful story that made me laugh but also cry... great escapism'' 5***** Reader ReviewWhen Flora, James and their two teenage daughters are offered a free holiday in a beautiful chateau in the South of France in return for an act of kindness, they obviously jump at the chance. A break from hectic London - what could be better?But Flora wasn''t expecting a whole heap of family baggage coming along too - including some surprise guests.And especially not James developing a crush on their famous host. Perhaps this won''t be the dream holiday she had in mind . . .If you like Jill Mansell, Cathy Kelly and Fern Britton you''ll love this. _________''Catherine Alliott at her best'' 5***** Reader Review''A breezy, comic,Trade ReviewWarm, witty, easy to read... a thoroughly engaging, entertaining read Daily Mail A breezy, comic, summery romp that will appeal to fans of Jilly Cooper Sunday Mirror While you'll probably be glad that you're not on this holiday with the Murray-Browns, make sure to take them on yours. This book will also win you points as a great Mother's Day gift. -- Jade Craddock Heat Magazine Compulsively readable The Times Hilarious and full of surprises Daily Telegraph The writing is both intelligent and sparkling. Marian Keyes A huge treat. Hilarious yet poignant. Sophie Kinsella

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Book SynopsisJoin Don and Rosie in their next chapter together with the joyously weird and wonderful romantic comedy you''ll never forget . . .THE INTERNATIONAL MILLION COPY BESTSELLING SERIES''A wholly absorbing, vivid read that leaves you pining to be reunited with its characters every time you put it down - if you''re able to'' INDEPENDENT''Offers plenty more laugh-out-loud moments'' GUARDIAN ''Touching and entertaining'' MAIL ON SUNDAY''Hilarious'' EVENING STANDARD ___________ Can a man who loves order embrace chaos?Forty-one-year-old geneticist Don Tillman is living in New York City with his new wife Rosie.Sure, they''re incompatible on paper - yet when did love ever follow the rules?And after ten months and ten days of marriage, Don has accepted a little chaos into his carefully ordered life.But when Rosie announces she''s pregnant, Don panicsTrade ReviewAll three of the Rosie novels made me laugh out loud. Ultimately the story is about getting inside the mind and heart of someone a lot of people see as odd, and discovering that he isn't really that different from anybody else -- Bill Gates, 2020 Summer BooksWholly absorbing. Leaves you pining to be reunited with its characters every time you put it down - if you're able to * Independent *Don Tillman is the protagonist who keeps on giving. He is a gem, an empirical laser trained on human shortcomings, especially male ones, and even more especially his own. He is also utterly charming in his lack of guile and his belief in improvability . . . blissfully comic * Evening Standard *Simsion is very smart at negotiating the line between a satire of the whole modern baby-rearing neurosis and drawing intriguing characters . . . this book is an intelligent piece of fun * The Times *Offers plenty more laugh-out-loud moments * Guardian *Touching and entertaining * Mail on Sunday *Quirky and sweetly funny, you will want to join the Don Tillman fan club all over again * Sun on Sunday *Genuinely heartwarming, truly endearing, plenty of LOLs. You may end up a blubbing wreck * Heat *There is much to love in this comedy of errors * Sunday Express *If you loved The Rosie Project, I don't see how you could fail to love this funny, poignant sparkler of a novel too * Woman & Home *Equally heart-warming and hilarious * Good Housekeeping *The hilarious follow-up to The Rosie Project, one of the best novels I've read in ages. There's no sophomore slump here . . . It's a funny novel that also made me think about relationships. A sweet, entertaining, and thought-provoking book * Bill Gates *Prime deck-chair material * The Times 'Our Favourite Comic Novels' on The Rosie Project *

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Book SynopsisTHE NEW ROMANTIC COMEDY FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE ROSIE PROJECT.Will he risk it all for a second chance at first love?''After twenty-two years without any contact at all, Angelina Brown, my Great Lost Love, decides to change the world and emails Hi . . .''Adam Sharp met the love of his life on the other side of the world. He was playing in a bar in Australia when Angelina requested a song. It was the start of a relationship he''s never forgotten - but not every duet ends on a high note.Two decades later and half a world away, Adam is stunned by Angelina''s message. He thought he was happy. He thought he had everything. Now all he can think about is her.Adam has sung about second chances - but does he believe in them? And is he prepared to risk everything to find out if they ever come true?''A very enjoyable read. Highly recommended'' Closer''With very real charactTrade ReviewLike a Woody Allen flick . . . A book about the chances that life deals you. Hugely romantic * Daily Review *Sliding Doors meets High Fidelity. A meditation on love, lust, regrets and second chances * AU Review *Simsion, a gifted comic writer, hits his marks by tapping into the daydream of a do-over * Saturday Paper *

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Book SynopsisFrom the No 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of the Crossfire saga comes the beginning of a twisty tale of obsession and fury, as a trinity of women protect what they covet at any cost.THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ''Dangerous and sultry . . . domestic suspense at its sexiest'' SAMANTHA DOWNING ''A gripping pageturner'' GLAMOUR UK''Absolutely cannot wait for the next one in the series. So many twists and turns . . . I was constantly delighted by each chapter'' 5* READER REVIEW''Powerful . . . I''m obsessed! Why can''t the rest of the series be available immediately?'' 5* READER REVIEWYou can''t believe all of them . . . But can you trust any of them?___________Widower Kane Black has never got over the death of his wife, Lily. Until he sees a woman with her inimitable beauty on Manhattan''s streets, and whisks her up to his towering penthouse.But not eveTrade ReviewA dangerous and sultry novel about lies, secrets, and the line between love and obsession. The perfect first entry of a two-book series, So Close drew me in and kept me reading, desperate to know what happened next. Domestic suspense at its sexiest -- Samantha Downing, bestselling author of My Lovely WifeA gripping pageturner of a story * Glamour UK *Included in 'Best Books for March' * Best *A brilliant read * Bella *This is a gothic, twisty-turny read with lashings - and more - of sex * Bishops Stortford Independent *Praise for Sylvia Day * : *Move over Danielle Steel and Jackie Collins, this is the dawn of a new Day * Amuse *A master storyteller * RT Book Reviews *Steamy sex scenes and intriguing plot twists will have readers clamouring for more * Library Journal *Lots of sex and gripping story lines * Sun *Full of emotional angst, scorching love scenes, and a compelling storyline * Dear Author *They are powerful, sexy and unputdownable * Victoria Loves Books *Boldly passionate, scorchingly sexy * Booklist *Sophisticated, engaging, clever and sweet * Irish Independent *Indulgent fantasy at its most enjoyable * Shelf Awareness *Several shades darker and a hundred degrees hotter than anything you've read before * Reveal *

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of the award-winning HBO sensation BIG LITTLE LIES comes a captivating story of family, love, and the secrets that refuse to stay in the past . . .One abandoned baby. Two sisters with a secret. A last chance to rewrite the past.______________70 years ago, the Munro family disappeared without a trace, leaving behind their newborn baby.When sisters Rose and Connie Doughty found her, they took her in and raised her as their own. Since then, the unsolved ''Munro Baby Mystery'' has brought fame and fortune to their small island.But years later, after her sister''s death and the arrival of newcomer Sophie Honeywell, Rose begins to wonder if she and Connie made the right decision all those years ago.How much longer can she cover up the lie that has sustained their community for generations?And what other secrets are hiding on the island?______________Praise fTrade ReviewThere's some real grit here, seamlessly mingled with the frothier, more everyday elements, and the central mystery * Telegraph *A stunner several shades darker than typical chick lit . . . Moriarty's prose turns from funny through poignant to frightening in an artful snap * Publishers Weekly *Praise for Liane Moriarty * - *Staggeringly brilliant, literally unputdownable -- Sophie HannahThe writing is beautiful: sometimes funny, sometimes sad but always compelling * Good Housekeeping *Moriarty writes vividly, wittily and wickedly * Sunday Express *One of the few writers I'll drop anything for -- Jojo MoyesSo well written that it pulls you in from the first page -- Reese WitherspoonKeeps you guessing until the very end -- Reese WitherspoonA hell of a good book -- Stephen KingA tense, page-turning story * Mail on Sunday *Every single one of her books is a great read * E! Online *

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Book SynopsisThe magical sequel to Billy and Me, from Number One bestseller Giovanna FletcherSophie''s got used to being the girlfriend of Billy Buskin, the biggest movie star in the world. Sort of. But when she and Billy take a trip to visit his family in Los Angeles, she quickly discovers she''s totally unprepared for the chaos of Hollywood, the paparazzi and Billy''s controlling mother.And when Billy extends his stay in LA, leaving Sophie to fly home to Rosefont Hill alone, it seems there''s more than just miles between them. Now Sophie must decide if they can overcome their differences for good. Because not every love story lasts the distance . . . ''Giovanna Fletcher steals our hearts again'' New MagazineTrade ReviewGiovanna Fletcher steals our hearts again with this touching tale * New Magazine *Praise for Giovanna Fletcher * - *Saucy, fun and full of heart. This book ticked every one of our must have boxes * Heat *Warm and romantic, this charming read will certainly brighten up your day * Closer *A heartbreakingly beautiful story about friendship and unrequited love. I was totally and utterly captivated -- Paige ToonGiovanna Fletcher steals our hearts again with this touching tale * New Magazine *A sweet and sparkling debut -- Carole MatthewsA gorgeous, gloriously romantic read with buckets of charm - I absolutely loved it! -- Jill MansellTons of charm and genuine warmth * Star *This is one juicy read * Now *Must read * Sunday Mirror *

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Book SynopsisFeel uplifted with this gorgeously romantic novel from the No. 1 bestselling author and Queen of the Castle, Giovanna Fletcher''Puts a smile on your face and hope for magical dreams of your own'' 5***** READER REVIEW''I laughed and cried all the way through, I couldn''t put it down!'' 5***** READER REVIEW______Sarah is doing just fine.Sure, she''s been single for the last five years, and has to spend an uncomfortable amount of time around her ex-boyfriend, his perfect new girlfriend and all their mutual friends.And yes, her job as a PA to one of the most disgusting men in London is mind-numbingly tedious and her career is a constant disappointment to her mother. But it''s really okay. She''s happy (ish).So it''s not surprising that when Sarah starts dreaming about a handsome stranger, she begins to look forward to falling asleep every night. Reality isn''t nearly as exciting. That is until her dream-straTrade ReviewPraise for Giovanna Fletcher * - *Saucy, fun and full of heart. This is Giovanna's most accomplished novel yet! This book ticked every one of our must have boxes * Heat *A heartbreakingly beautiful story about friendship and unrequited love. I was totally and utterly captivated -- Paige ToonA gorgeous, gloriously romantic read with buckets of charm - I absolutely loved it! -- Jill MansellWarm and romantic, this charming read will certainly brighten up your day * Closer *Tons of charm and genuine warmth * Star *A sweet and sparkling debut -- Carole MatthewsA gorgeously tender, funny and big-hearted novel with wonderful characters you'll fall in love with -- Miranda DickinsonWonderfully warm and cosy. The perfect comfort read to curl-up with and enjoy -- Ali McNamaraThis is one juicy read * Now *Must read * Sunday Mirror *

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Book SynopsisFROM THE AUTHOR OF ITV''S OUR HOUSE COMES ANOTHER GRIPPING, TWISTY PSYCHOLOGICAL SUSPENSE YOU WON''T BE ABLE TO PUT DOWN''A novel that redefines the term unputdownable'' HEAT________One summer can change everything . . . In the heady swelter of a suburban summer, the Elm Hill lido opens.For teacher Natalie Steele, the school holidays are always spent with her husband Ed and daughter Molly. But not this year.Despite Molly''s extreme phobia of water, Natalie is drawn to the lido and its dazzling social scene, led by glamorous Lara Channing. Soon she''s spending long days with Lara at the pool and intimate evenings at her home. Real life, and the person she used to be, begins to feel very far away.But is the new friendship everything it seems? Or has Natalie been swept dangerously out of her depth?________''Exquisitely written and addictively dark. Trade ReviewExquisitely written and addictively dark, The Swimming Pool is sheer perfection -- Clare MackintoshA compulsive psychological thriller that will give you the shivers * Sunday Mirror *A clever, claustrophobic thriller * Fabulous Magazine *Unapologetically dark, deliciously descriptive and heavy with that irresistible sense of foreboding, this is a novel that redefines the term 'unputdownable' * Heat *Tautly plotted and claustrophobic - a psychological drama with edge * Good Housekeeping *This story will keep you hooked with unexpected twists and turns until the end, when secrets and lies are exposed * Candis *Clever, atmospheric and ridiculously addictive -- Kate RiordanGripping from start to finish, it wrapped itself around me and swept me along in its wake. I loved it and simply did not want it to end -- Rosanna LeyAs languidly seductive as summer itself, this is a tense, unsettling tale about the secrets and lies submerged beneath the smooth surface of a leafy London neighbourhood lido. Bravo, Louise Candlish! -- Tammy CohenThe Swimming Pool is a slow-burning and thought-provoking read, and the last few gripping pages had me immediately reaching for the beginning * Love Reading *Readers will delight in the raw honesty with which Candlish writes about being a middle-aged woman in turmoil * Daily Mail *Praise for Louise Candlish * - *A master of her craft -- Rosamund LuptonAbsorbing, perceptive and gripping * Daily Mail *A thriller novel meets soap opera with hints of Rear Window . . . addictive and fun . . . it will keep you guessing until the end * Stylist *Louise Candlish's stories don't shy away from life's more painful and emotional moments * Glamour *Tense, twisty and completely addictive, will keep you guessing right until the end * Good Housekeeping *Louise Candlish excels in looking at the darker side of relationships, she discovers thoughts and feelings that are recognisable but at the same time feel dangerously untouched * Love Reading *

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Book SynopsisThe ADDICTIVE THRILLER perfect for fans of Fiona Barton''s The Child and Lisa Jewell''s Then She Was Gone.________''I think you might be my father . . .''Zoe Barry walks into Professor David Connelly''s office and tentatively says these words.The lives of his family - particularly his wife Caroline - are turned upside down by the arrival of this stranger.A cuckoo in their nestZoe soon entangles herself in their world but her stories aren''t quite adding up and Caroline isn''t sure she can be trusted.Is Zoe who she claims she is, or someone with a far darker agenda?A daughter, a sister, a stranger . . .By letting Zoe in, David and Caroline aren''t the only ones who are vulnerable.They''re risking the lives of the most precious thing in the world - the lives of their children . . .. . . a killer?Praise for Girl Unknown<Trade ReviewPraise for Girl Unknown * - *Full of intrigue and incident and keeps us guessing until the very last tragic page -- Liz Nugent * bestselling author of Lying in Wait *Karen Perry writes intense psychological thrillers that explore emotional danger with relentless, surgical accuracy, and this may be their best yet -- Tana French * Irish Independent, Books of the Year *Girl Unknown is one of the most richly satisfying psychological thrillers of 2016, a book that hooks the reader from the first page * Irish Independent *This story of psychological attrition builds to an incredibly tense finale - before delivering an amazing final twist. Riveting stuff * Sunday Mirror *A profoundly disturbing, beautifully written story . . . An unputdownable novel that deftly examines the cost of misguided compassion, leading to a stunning conclusion you won't see coming. Karen Perry delivers again -- Michelle Richmond * bestselling author of The Marriage Pact *Taunt, tense psycho-gripper * Sunday Sport *Loved it * Lucy Mangan *Praise for Karen Perry * - *Stunning -- Simon Mayo Radio 2 Book ClubI shot through this in one sitting. Like Gone Girl . . . It's the most gripping thing I've read for ages * Evening Standard *Beautifully written, tense and twisty tale * Sunday Mirror *Beautifully written, with just the right balance of teasing the reader with clues and hitting them with revelations -- Best Crime Fiction of 2015 * Telegraph *A twist-filled page-turner * Closer *This is an intense and subtle story with some wonderfully poetic passages and a character driven plot which becomes more compelling as the sense of momentum gathers and the true version of events is slowly revealed. Gripping stuff * Sunday Mirror *

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Book SynopsisLost in history . . . losing her self. Uncover Tudor heroine Arbella Stuart''s incredible story, reimagined by Elizabeth Fremantle in this tense, historical thriller.Hardwick Hall, sixteenth-century England. Formerly a beacon of wealth and power. Now a gilded prison. Hidden away, forgotten, one young woman seeks escape. But to do so she must trust those on the outside.Those who have their own motives...Discovery means death. But what choice has any woman trapped in a man''s world?Imprisoned by circumstance, Arbella Stuart is an unwilling contender for the throne. In a world where women are silenced, what chance does she have to take control of her destiny? Praise for The Girl in the Glass Tower: ''A top-notch literary thriller'' Daily Telegraph''Thrilling, clever and beautifully written'' The Times, ''Books of the Year''''Filled with dense, dark political and social inTrade ReviewElizabeth Fremantle's The Girl in the Glass Tower is a stunning historical thriller set in the chaos leading up to the death of Elizabeth I. * from publisher's description *Filled with dense, dark political and social intrigue, this is five-star historical fiction * Daily Mail *If you read one Tudor tome this summer, make it this one. Fascinating and vividly drawn, the ending is heartbreaking * The Times 'Book of the Month' *A top-notch literary thriller. Shots are fired, troths are plighted, sea voyages taken, escapes dared and mysteries solved * Daily Telegraph *An eloquent novel, steeped in Tudor literary culture * Express *Beautifully written, completely engrossing and a book that stays with you after the pages areclosed. Highly recommended * Historia *An enthralling, powerful tale -- Antonia SeniorArbella Stuart was a pawn, at the mercy of the powerful people around her. Hers is a sad and moving tale, and Fremantle tells it beautifully * History Girls *Fremantle shows how dangerous it was being closely related to Elizabeth I. A cracking read * Prima *A gorgeously readable and oh so captivating slice of historical fiction. Haunting, emotional and thought-provoking, The Girl in the Glass Tower is a beautiful foray into the past * Lovereading, 'Book of the Month' *Elizabeth Fremantle is a skilful and beguiling writer. A master of her craft. She perfectly captures a sense of time and place and draws her characters with skill and sensitivity, capturing the reader's attention and holding it right to the end -- Santa Montefiore

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Book SynopsisSurviving the weekend depends on whether you can keep a secret . . . Lindsey hasn''t spoken to Rachel in twenty years, not since her brother''s eighteenth birthday party at their parents'' remote country house.A night that shattered so many friendships - and left Rachel''s father dead.Now Thornbury Hall is up for sale, and the old gang are back there, together again.A weekend to say goodbye to the old place, to talk about the past.But twenty years of secrets aren''t given up lightly. Some won''t speak about what happened that night.While others want to ensure that no one ever does.*One of Red Magazine''s Top Ten Crime Reads for Autumn*Praise for Karen Perry''Keeps us guessing until the very last page'' Liz Nugent''Intense psychological thrillers that explore emotional danger with relentless, surgical accuracy'' Tana French''Like Gone Girl . Trade ReviewDramatic, when a group of friends reunite in a spooky Irish stately home, the secrets soon come tumbling out * The Sunday Times Crime Club *Elegantly written and beautifully paced, Can You Keep A Secret? is a fluent, subtle and chilling novel -- Declan Hughes * The Irish Times *A Top Ten Crime Read for Autumn * Red *An engaging thriller * Choice Magazine *Praise for Karen Perry -- -Stunning -- Simon Mayo Radio 2 Book ClubLike Gone Girl . . . It's the most gripping thing I've read for ages * Evening Standard *Beautifully written, with just the right balance of teasing the reader with clues and hitting them with revelations -- Best Crime Fiction of 2015 * Telegraph *A truly remarkable novel . . . Written in a captivating, lyrical style and brilliantly structured, the story grips your heart from the first pages and simply never lets go -- Jeffery DeaverThis is an intense and subtle story with some wonderfully poetic passages and a character driven plot which becomes more compelling as the sense of momentum gathers and the true version of events is slowly revealed. Gripping stuff * Sunday Mirror *Girl Unknown is one of the most richly satisfying psychological thrillers of 2016, a book that hooks the reader from the first page * The Irish Independent *Unputdownable, leading to a stunning conclusion you won't see coming -- Michelle RichmondFull of intrigue and keeps us guessing until the very last tragic page -- Liz Nugent

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Book SynopsisDiscover the joyously funny and charming novel from Dawn French, number one bestselling author of A Tiny Bit Marvellous and Oh Dear Silvia''I adored it. So charming, wise and brilliantly written'' MARIAN KEYES''Think the Vicar of Dibley, without the dog collar. YES YES YES indeed'' IndependentThe Foreign Land of the Very Wealthy - otherwise known as Manhattan''s Upper East Side - has its own rigid code of behaviour. It''s a code strictly adhered to by the Wilder-Bingham family.Emotional displays - unacceptable.Unruly behaviour - definitely not welcome.Fun - no thanks.This is Glenn Wilder-Bingham''s kingdom. A beautifully displayed, impeccably edited fortress of restraint.So when Rosie Kitto, an eccentric thirty-eight-year-old primary school teacher from England, bounces into their lives with a secret sorrow and a heart as big as the city, nobody realises that she hTrade ReviewA bouncy, comedy drama. Funny, poignant and bursting with joie de vivre Daily Mail A fast, indulgent read that makes you long to take Manhattan Sunday Times Hilarious and brilliant Woman & Home I adored According to YES. It's so different to anything I've read in forever, so charming, wise, brilliantly written. I loved it all -- Marian Keyes Witty and wise, it'll have you burning the midnight oil. A cracker Woman's Weekly Very funny and packs an emotional clout. Brilliant! Heat An enlightening and feel-good read offering a fresh look at life and how to embrace it. Funny and enjoyable to the end We Love This Book There is lots of fun to be had reading this book. It's impossible not to warm to Rosie, a funny and open-hearted woman who acts as a salve and comfort blanket for this unhappy, inhibited family. There's something quite joyous about the way she unashamedly romps her way through the novel, changing the lives of those around her for the better Express Another hilarious novel! Bella French can spin a yarn ... which sets According to YES apart. Think the vicar of Dibley, without the dog collar. YES YES YES indeed Independent French acknowledges in all of this that her happiness is not just chance. There has also been a significant change of attitude to her life. It's why she's called her new book According to Yes, and she writes of the main character Rosie: 'She is the person who, a couple of weeks ago, said no to all the even keel, and yes to grabbing life by the throat, yes to jumping off the edge, yes to what the hell's it going to be like? Yes to being afraid. YES, YES, YES, PLEASE!' The Times A fantastic slam-dunk page-turner. Funny, enriching ... page after page I laughed out loud Mail on Sunday (on 'A Tiny Bit Marvellous') A hilarious snapsnot of family life in the twenty-first century Sunday Express (on 'A Tiny Bit Marvellous') Side-splitting, darkly humorous. It will make you laugh with delight Heat (on 'Oh Dear Silvia') A brilliantly observed, very funny novel of family life Women and Home (on 'A Tiny Bit Marvellous') Extremely funny Sunday Times (on 'A Tiny Bit Marvellous') Hilarious. Chortle-out-loud turns of phrase, razor-sharp observations Stylist (on 'Oh Dear Silvia') Makes you laugh on every page The Times (on 'A Tiny Bit Marvellous') Dawn tackles the big ones - love, death, grief, childhood, motherhood, parenthood - head on Guardian (on 'Oh Dear Silvia') An easy read, but one that doesn't fall short on sustenance - it's not purely light and airy but fun and poignant with some hilariously perceptive observations of family life. French covers the big issues of love, betrayal, grief and heartbreak We Love This Book

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Book Synopsis** ''It''s the beautifully drawn, vibrant characters that make this smart, compelling novel so irresistible.'' Liane Moriarty **From the New York Times Bestselling author of The Vacationers, Emma Straub brings us a sharply observed tale of modern love . . .Twenty years later and they were supposed to be grown-ups...Ditmas Park, Brooklyn.Summer in the city . . .College friends Elizabeth, Zoe and Andrew had a band, grew up, settled in New York and now they are still living round the corner from one another (and in each other''s pockets).One hot summer as their kids come of age, making those first hesitant steps into adulthood, it''s the parents who find that the lives they''ve so carefully stitched together begin slowly to come apart . . .''Has all the pleasures of Anne Tyler''s compelling family portraits . . . with a Lorrie Moore-like sense of the absurdities of contemporary life'' MichTrade Review** 'It's the beautifully drawn, vibrant characters that make this smart, compelling novel so irresistible.' Liane Moriarty **From the New York Times Bestselling author of The Vacationers, Emma Straub brings us a sharply observed tale of modern love...Twenty years later and they were supposed to be grown-ups...Ditmas Park, Brooklyn. Summer in the city . . . College friends Elizabeth, Zoe and Andrew had a band, grew up, settled in New York and now they were still living round the corner from one another (and in each other's pockets).One hot summer as their kids come of age, making those first hesitant steps into adulthood, it's the parents who find that the lives they've so carelessly stitched together begin to slowly unravel . . . * from publisher's description *Hugely talented... intelligent holiday reading * Woman's Hour, BBC Radio 4 *Smart and entertaining * Stylist *** 'It's the beautifully drawn, vibrant characters that make this smart, compelling novel so irresistible.' Liane Moriarty **From the New York Times Bestselling author of The Vacationers, Emma Straub brings us a sharply observed tale of modern love...Twenty years later and they were supposed to be grown-ups...Ditmas Park, Brooklyn. Summer in the city . . . College friends Elizabeth, Zoe and Andrew had a band, grew up, settled in New York and now they were still living round the corner from one another (and in each other's pockets).One hot summer as their kids come of age, making those first hesitant steps into adulthood, it's the parents who find that the lives they've so carelessly stitched together begin to slowly unravel . . . * from publisher's description *Hugely talented... intelligent holiday reading * Woman's Hour, BBC Radio 4 *Smart and entertaining * Stylist *Hugely talented . . . if you are looking for some intelligent holiday reading then this is the book for youStraub writes with such verve and sympathetic understanding of her characters ... Reading this novel has all the pleasures of reading one of Anne Tyler's compelling family portraits * The New York Times *[Modern Lovers] has the smart, cool sensibility of Straub's other novels, and you're sure to love this one just as much * Elle *A funny and insightful look at love and relationships * Good Housekeeping *A lovely, satisfying early-summer read * EW.com *Straub's novel might be set in well-trod modern literary territory (the parenting world of brownstone Brooklyn), but what she does with this familiar milieu is smart and fresh, offering new insights into the lives of people all around us * Brooklyn Magazine *Thoughtful and hilarious, Modern Lovers proves growing up doesn't stop in adulthood * Real Simple *[Straub] sets her observational wit on three middle-aged friends (former college bandmates) who find themselves in a crisis of identity as their now-grown children head off to college themselves * Huffington Post *What happens when you age out of your cool? It's a topic that filmmaker Noah Baumbach has explored, and Straub is his literary counterpart. . . With the multigenerational structure, it would be easy to compare Straub to other masters of the genre like Meg Wolitzer or Jennifer Egan, but she's already a master in her own right after The Vacationers, so Modern Lovers should prove to be a witty romp * The Millions *Wise and often hilarious, Modern Lovers is a testament to how the passions and secrets of our youth can last well into adulthood * Buzzfeed *[Straub is] a precise and observant writer whose supple prose carries the story along without a snag. Straub's characters are a quirky and interesting bunch. . . it's a pleasure spending time with them * Kirkus (starred review) *Straub spins her lighthearted but psychologically perceptive narrative with a sure touch as she captures the vibes of midlife, middle-class angst and the raging hormones of youth. . . Readers will devour this witty and warmly satisfying novel * Publishers Weekly (starred review) *Devilishly observed * Booklist (starred review) *Sprinkled with humour and insight, this is a Brooklyn novel with heart * Library Journal (starred review) *Emma Straub is consistently excellent * Book Riot *Emma Straub is quickly making a name for herself as an author who can deftly toe the line between literary and popular writing-her books are easy to breeze through, but there's also food for thought for the discerning reader * Bookpage *Praise for The Vacationers * - *Now this is what I call good holiday reading. Straub writes beautifully and amusingly . . . hard to beat for sheer charm and gentle wit * Daily Mail *Emma Straub puts the fun back in dysfunction * San Francisco Chronicle *There's nothing more addictive than a darkly funny dysfunctional domestic drama. Straub's novel-set during a fraught family vacation in Mallorca-is pretty much the perfect beach readCharming and absorbing, this is a novel that demands to be read in long, satisfying gulps * Seating Arrangements *Emma Straub is a magician, full of brilliance and surprise * Bark *A gorgeous and witty storyteller * Eat, Pray Love *Witty and big-hearted . . . leaves you smiling for days * Where’d You Go, Bernadette *For those unable to jet off to a Spanish island this summer, reading The Vacationers may be the next-best thing. . . . [A] gorgeously written novel . . . When I turned the last page, I felt as I often do when a vacation is over: grateful for the trip and mourning its end * The New York Times Book Review *Delicious . . . richly riveting . . . The Vacationers offers all the delights of a fluffy, read-it-with-sunglasses-on-the-beach read, made substantial by the exceptional wit, insight, intelligence and talents of its author * People (four stars) *I loved The Vacationers; funny and poignant and beautifully observed * Me Before You *Straub's novel is cast from the same mould as the likes of Liza Klaussmann's Tigers in Red Weather and Maggie Shipstead's Seating Arrangements . . . The Vacationers is a holiday read in every way with a gently witty narrative that slips down as easily as a beachside cocktail * Independent *Emma Straub is a gorgeous and witty storytellerIntimate, epic, beautifully observedWitty and big-hearted ... leaves you smiling for daysCharming and absorbingFunny, poignant and beautifully observedEmma Straub is a gorgeous and witty storytellerIntimate, epic, beautifully observedWitty and big-hearted ... leaves you smiling for daysCharming and absorbingFunny, poignant and beautifully observedEmma Straub is a magician, full of brilliance and surprise

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Book SynopsisTHE IRRISISTABLE, UPLIFTING AND BIG-HEARTED STORY OF SURVIVING IN A MODERN FAMILY . . . ''A wonderful read'' Elizabeth Strout ''Literary sunshine'' New York Times ''A gorgeous and witty storyteller'' Elizabeth Gilbert, author of City of Girls ''The world will love it'' Ann Patchett The instant New York Times BESTSELLER ________ After Astrid Strick - a widowed, 68-year-old mother of three living in upstate New York - witnesses an accident, she resolves to live more honestly. Starting with the mistakes she made in raising her family. But are her kids, tangled in their own messy adult lives, really ready to be treated like grown ups?Charming, uplifting and well-observed, All Adults Here is the delightful story about the wonders and woes of modern family life. ________ Praise for All Adults Here:''PerfectTrade ReviewA novel about how we try and fail at every age and yet somehow survive. It is brimming with kindness, forgiveness, humour and love and yet (magically) is also a page turner that held me captive until it was finished. This is Emma Straub's absolute best and the world will love it -- Ann PatchettLiterary sunshine * New York Times *A wonderful read -- Elizabeth StroutSmartly observant, wryly witty, big-hearted . . . Fans of Ann Patchett, Anne Tyler and Lily King should seek [Straub] out * The Sunday Times *This beautifully written book delves deeply, perceptively and humorously into the contemporary human condition * Daily Mail *A warm and witty story about a family learning to accept the mistakes of the past and feeling their way towards a new, more truthful way of being together. Emma Straub has such a wonderful talent for depicting small-town existence, as well as the challenges and frustrations of family life, that I was utterly immersed in the world of the Stricks. It's one of those books that leaves you feeling as if you've visited a new place and met new friends. All Adults Here is a joy to read -- Sarah Haywood, author of The CactusIf you can imagine a glorious mash-up of Elizabeth Strout and Gilmore Girls, All Adults Here is is * Red *If you're a fan of Anne Tyler's writing, you'll love this captivating well-observed family drama * Good Housekeeping *A novel full of poignant insights into family * Woman & Home *In All Adults Here, Straub cements her status as a master of the domestic ensemble drama. While readers will relate to the comfortable familiarity of Straub's work, it has also taken on an unexpected air of escapism * Time Magazine *Likely to be the book that every single person will be reading this summer * Bookpage *An affecting family saga that juggles issues as weighty as abortion, gender identity and bullying with ease * USA Today *Emma Straub is a master of the breezy, but still literary, family drama. Her fifth novel. . . . promises to be another sprawling, big-hearted page-turner * LitHub *A warm, funny novel about the lifecycle of one family * Sheerluxe *Straub etches in the comforting, often funny truths readers love her for. Like us, her characters are always getting older but never feeling quite old enough to do the right thing, to be the people they want to be, to let go of the past, and they're certainly never ready to die. An all-out celebration of the life force in ourselves and in our families * Booklist, Starred Review *As always, Straub draws her characters warmly, making them appealing in their self-centeredness and generosity, their insecurity and hope. . . . Straub has a sharp eye for her characters' foibles and the details of their liberal, upper-middle-class milieu. With humor and insight, Straub creates a family worth rooting for * Kirkus *No less charming than the rest of her oeuvre, about one family growing up and ageing, and how the parent-child roles between parents and their children is swapped * Thrillist *Will make you question your entire childhood, and how much your parents influenced it as you learn one mother's perspective of what went right and what went wrong with her own family * Marie Claire *Smart and funny and warm, the kind of novel you fall into and don't ever want to end, which is exactly what we need now * The Times *The book has already roused a flood of fans clamoring to find out how Astrid's story ends * Reader's Digest *The warm and funny novel only Emma Straub can deliver to us in this time of need * Paper Magazine *There's no drama like family drama as Emma Straub proves in this touching, humorous, and eye-opening new novel... All Adults Here weaves a memorable tale about navigating some of our most important, and most maddening, relationships * Town and Country *There's refuge to be found in stories of everyday people going about their lives...Emma Straub has become adept at finding amusement in the mundane, and her newest, All Adults Here, might just be her best yet * Oprah Magazine *Perceptive and fun * AARP *It's good company -- Leigh Haber, Book Editor at O, The Oprah MagazineIn her witty new novel, All Adults Here, Emma Straub examines adolescence, ageing, gender, and sexuality through the nuanced experiences of three generations of a New York family * Harper's Bazaar US *Come for the close examination of parental child roles, stay for goats * Good Housekeeping US *Unlike parents when it comes to their children, novel readers are allowed to have favourite characters. This will be an impossible task for many readers of All Adults Here, in which Emma Straub switches among the perspectives of eight characters who are all endearing in their disarmingly muddleheaded or abjectly truth-seeking ways...gasp-worthy...belongs in the company of Cathleen Schine, Tom Perrotta and other fiction writers who understand that the degree of humour that can be teased from family drama is often directly proportional to the extent of the family's misery * Shelf Awareness *All Adults Here is a master class on the small-scale American drama. There's a wry wink in the title; being grown up is no guarantee that you have it figured out. Ensconced in their upstate New York bubble, the Strick clan is the perfect show case...Yet this warm, optimistic novel argues that one should keep trying, regardless. All Adults Here affirms the value of community and family, no matter the strife that may rise up within them * Vogue US *One of our favourite funny and kind books of the year . . . perfectly pitched summer reading * Stylist *Set over the course of an upstate New York summer, this shrewd, kindly tale embraces a topical spread of inter-generational challenges, yielding tart truths about love, class and family. It's spry and satisfying * Mail on Sunday *A warm, funny novel * SheerLuxe *If you can imagine a glorious mash-up of Elizabeth Strout and Gilmore Girls, All Adults Here is it * Red *Set over the course of an upstate New York summer, this shrewd, kindly tale embraces a topical spread of inter-generational challenges, yielding tart truths about love, class and family. It's spry and satisfying. * Mail on Sunday *A novel full of poignant insights into family * Woman & Home *If you're a fan of Anne Tyler's writing, you'll love this captivating, well-observed family drama * Good Housekeeping *Busting with witty and poignant observations about the messiness of family -- Jenna Bush Hager * Read with Jenna Book Club Pick *Emma Straub has done it again! All Adults Here introduces us to the Stricks, a delightfully flawed family, with matriarch Astrid at the centre...I know I've been having trouble adulting during this time (seriously, I have to cook, again?!), and the characters in this novel feel like they're struggling right alongside me * Read It Forward *All Adults Here will make you question your entire childhood * Marie Claire US *All Adults Here is deliciously funny and infectiously warm - a clever blend of levity and poignant insights. Straub's flair for irony and wit shine, and she puts a fresh (and progressive) spin on the age-old multigenerational family saga * Washington Post *The queen of the summer novel...we have turned to Emma Straub to bring us highly enjoyable, yet still thought-provoking, tales about witty protagonists in the throes of life changes * Entertainment Weekly *Straub's novel takes her signature wit upstate, exploring the complexities of small-town life and what it'slike to live as an adult in the same place where you grew up * Deadline *If you've spent lockdown at home with the family, this one might just ring true for you. A witty, warm and thoroughly entertaining novel. Relatable * Luxe *It takes rare skill to make everyday family ups and downs so pleasurable to read but Straub brings both a deceptive light touch and a flinty sense of humour to this breezy big-hearted portrait of ordinary people trying to negotiate the landscape of being a grown up. A superior slice of domestic fiction for fans of Anne Tyler and Ann Patchett * Metro *Pulsating with perceptive wit . . . entertaining * Sunday Post *Great for fans of Liane Moriarty * Harpers Bazaar *Whips along with feel-good momentum, driven by warmth and love * Press Association *Warm, witty, perceptive. Anne Tyler on laughing gas * Saga Magazine *Written with true warmth and wit * Bella *Praise for Emma Straub * - *It's the beautifully drawn, vibrant characters that make this smart, compelling novel so irresistibleFunny, poignant and beautifully observedStraub writes beautifully and amusingly . . . hard to beat for sheer charm and gentle wit * Daily Mail *Smart and entertaining * Stylist *Hugely talented . . . intelligent holiday readingWarm and big-hearted . . . leaves you smiling for days * bestselling author of Where'd You Go, Bernadette *Straub writes with such verve and sympathetic understanding of her characters . . . Reading this novel has all the pleasures of reading one of Anne Tyler's compelling family portraits * New York Times *A funny and insightful look at love and relationships * Good Housekeeping *Written with true warmth and wit * Bella *A smart, cool sensibility * Elle *Lovely, satisfyingSmart and fresh, offering new insights into the lives of people all around us * Brooklyn Magazine *Thoughtful and hilarious * Real Simple *It would be easy to compare Straub to other masters of the genre like Meg Wolitzer or Jennifer Egan, but she's already a master in her own right * The Millions *Wise and often hilarious * Buzzfeed *Readers will devour this witty and warmly satisfying novel * Publishers Weekly *A precise and observant writer whose supple prose carries the story along without a snag. Straub's characters are a quirky and interesting bunch . . . it's a pleasure spending time with them * Kirkus *Devilishly observed * Booklist *Sprinkled with humour and insight * Library Journal *Straub is consistently excellent * Book Riot *

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Book SynopsisElodie was beautiful. Elodie was smart. Elodie was manipulative. Elodie is dead.When Sylvie receives a letter calling her back to her crumbling family home in Provence, she knows she has to go. In the middle of a sweltering summer marked by unusual fires across the countryside, she returns to La Reverie with her youngest daughter Emma in tow.In every corner of the house, Sylvie can''t escape the spectre of Elodie, her first child. Elodie with the golden hair. Elodie, who knew exactly how to get what she wanted. Elodie, whose death the villagers still whisper about.As the fires creep even closer towards the villa, it''s clear to Sylvie that something isn''t right at La Reverie. Because there''s something that Sylvie hasn''t admitted about what happened to Elodie ten summers ago . . .Trade ReviewA tense psychological drama that brilliantly evokes its South of France setting. Terrific summer escapism * Daily Mail *Sultry, atmospheric and unsettling - a book to lose yourself in this summer -- Erin KellyExquisite writing and a compelling story that will keep you up late into the night!Summer might be over, but this red-hot book will have you gripped! * Sun *Takes the summer thriller to the next level. Beguiling characters and a plot that will make your blood run cold play out against a sweltering Provencal summerI cannot stop thinking about The Heatwave. The writing and the atmosphere, the darkness, the beautiful French setting, the characters...Outstanding. An absolute page-turner -- Rosie WalshA sultry, gorgeously written and hugely atmospheric thriller with a dark, compelling mystery at its heart -- Lucy Foley * bestselling author of The Hunting Party *I like a book that surprises me, and what I loved about this one is that I had no idea where it was headed. There is uneasiness filtering throughout, like a gentle flicker of heat set to turn into a full-blown fire -- Nina Pottell * Prima *Tense and deliciously atmospheric, it unravels a mother-daughter relationship with a growing sense of menace. -- Emma RousVivid descriptions of the French setting and a gloriously unsettling feeling that keeps on intensifying. -- Emily KochEvocative, compelling, intoxicating and - despite the scorching Provencal sun - utterly chilling. I loved it -- Tammy CohenA fiercely compelling, gorgeously atmospheric story of fierce, impossible love. It gets you into its grip and will not let go. The beautiful writing and rich understanding of a mother's scarred relationship with a long lost child add a unique power to the tense mystery. Haunting -- Gytha LodgePage-turner of a thriller, set in Provence during a sticky heatwave * Red *Riordan's knack for creating a sense of place is part of the mix that lodges this book firmly in the imagination . . . A toxic tale of mother-daughter relationships, the perils of beauty, and the heady magic of the French countryside * Daily Mail *A clever, compelling story. I loved it so much. Such beautiful writing and an atmosphere that builds in tension until its explosive end. This will be everyone's summer read. -- Clare EmpsonKate is at the height of her storytelling powers in this dark tale of a mother's love for her child at any cost. The heat soaked through every page. Lyrical and edgy, it bridges the gap between the literary and the hottest of summer reads with ease -- Amanda ReynoldsIntriguing characters, haunting descriptions, and pages humming with heat, secrets and suspense. I loved it -- Dinah JefferiesCaptivating and compelling -- Penny ParkesBeautifully written and atmospheric, this will transport you to the heat of Provence, and keep you guessing till the end * Heat *Haunting, evocative, emotionally astute, and seriously beautiful writing. -- Emylia HallA scorcher of a novel. The evocative French summer setting crackles and simmers with foreboding. I adored it -- Hannah RichellTotally gripping. A classy and compelling novel * The Bookseller *A taut and stunning novel about a toxic mother-daughter relationship. The writing is rich and multi-layered, but it's the subtlety of the characterisations that hook you and won't let you go. Powerful -- Gill Paul, bestselling author of 'The Secret Wife'A beautifully woven tale that explores the enduring relationship between mother and daughter. You'll not consider putting it down for a moment until you know the outcome . . . * Cotswold Life *Wow! Just finished reading The Heatwave by Kate Riordan. I actually resented mealtimes and bedtime for interrupting my reading of it! Beautifully written and skilfully plotted, this is a THRILLING masterpiece . . . A bestseller -- Jane BaileyGripping, utterly convincing and deeply unsettling -- Katherine WebbNever has a book about a heatwave been so chilling. You won't want to miss this -- Julie CohenIt's just SO GOOD on every level and ticks every box. Atmospheric, lush writing that will appeal to fans of literary fiction, but a story that draws you in instantly and really doesn't loosen its grip, right up until the last little twist on the final page -- Iona GreyBeautifully written with exquisite prose that pulses with heat, scented air and an underlying unease that builds with every page. A book to escape in -- Amanda JenningsSo tense and atmospheric; chilling, despite the heat. An exciting, satisfying read. Superb -- Tracy ReesEngrossing, heady, thrumming with heat and tension - I absolutely loved it -- Jenny AshcroftA seductive summer read, dripping with suspense and intrigue. Utterly unputdownable -- Lucy ClarkeEscape from lockdown to the scorching French sun [with] The Heatwave * Surrey Life *Compelling . . . An addictive page-turner * The Lady *The perfect poolside or garden read. Set under the warm Provence sun, The Heatwave is unnerving and engrossing psychological suspense * Culture Fly *As beautifully written as it is engrossing * PopSugar *Gripping, clever and full of surprises, this is a deliciously tense thriller that will have you on the edge of your seat * WI Life *A compelling, beautifully written psychological thriller -- Katie Fforde * Daily Express *Praise for Kate Riordan - * - *Had me absolutely gripped -- Louise CandlishThe perfect summer read -- Rachel RhysHeld me rapt until the very end -- Lucy DiamondI didn't want to put it down -- Katherine WebbA beautiful and intriguing page-turner -- Dinah JefferiesRich and atmospheric -- Rachel Hore

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Book SynopsisEscape to the South of France in this compelling and atmospheric story of secrets and heartbreak''Lovely, mouth-watering, page-turning. Packed with the sunshine, scents and savours of the South of France. Enough to make you rush straight to the Eurostar'' Daily Mail **From the bestselling author behind Channel 5''s Carol Drinkwater''s Secret Provence** _________ The grape harvest at the Cambon family''s magnificent Provencal vineyard is always a cause for celebration.But not this year.When the crop is accidentally destroyed, leaving the estate facing ruin, Clarisse Cambon knows exactly who to blame - her English daughter-in-law Jane. It''s just the latest incident in a decades-long feud that has left Jane feeling like an uninvited guest in her husband Luc''s family. But when tragedy strikes and Jane uncovers a shocking secret at the family''s heart she wonders if she ever really knewTrade ReviewSecrets, tragedy, hidden pasts and family secrets all set in glorious Provence - I loved this * Santa Montefiore *A lovely book packed with the sunshine, scents and savours of the South of France. Plenty of page-turning drama but also mouthwatering descriptions of Paris and Provence. Enough to make you rush straight to the Eurostar * Daily Mail *Gripping * Candis *This atmospheric read will whisk you straight to the South of France as you become immersed in the tale of secrets and heartbreak. * Marie Claire *A wonderful story full of family drama and mystery. Beautiful and rich writing, wonderful nature, and loads of secrets and intrigue - this book has it all * This Chick Reads *I loved this book. I kept snatching a few more pages whenever I could. It has left me wanting to head to warmer climes and take part in the grape and olive harvests. Well I can dream can't I? * Mumsnet *Carol will take you away as you become immersed in the unusual life of the Cambon family, where no one is quite who they first seemed to be * The French Village Diaries *Her beautifully written prose propels the reader into a sensory haven of fragrant olive groves, rattling cicadas and bejewelled dragonflies . . . Carol Drinkwater is an incredibly talented writer, with a real skill for weaving an engaging story * The Bookbag *The Forgotten Summer is literary, well researched and hugely satisfying to read. It explores not just love, but searing grief, hatred, deceit, joy and despair, providing a richness of experience for the reader . . . wonderfully atmospheric writing * Linda’s Bookbag *A beautiful, atmospheric story of loss, family drama and mystery' * Nicola Edwards, Love Reading *An absolutely outstanding book which I couldn't put down until I finished at 4.30 a.m. Look no further for an intelligently written book with twists and turns I hadn't seen coming. Epically excellent. 5* * Violet Fields, Net Galley *Emotional and Absorbing - get Lost in a Beautiful Book * Love Reading *

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Book SynopsisThe Emperor''s Revenge is the new action-packed Oregon Files adventure from bestselling author Clive Cussler.A deadly bank heist, a narrow escape and a secret hidden in history that could cripple life as we know it.Juan Cabrillo and the crew of the Oregon face their toughest challenge yet when a violent bank heist during the Monaco Grand Prix decimates the Corporation''s accounts. To get the money back, Juan joins forces with an old friend from his days in the CIA so they can track down a rogue hacker and a ruthless former Ukrainian naval officer.It is only after the hunt begins that the enormity of the plan comes into focus: the bank theft is just the first step in a plot that will result in the deaths of millions and bring the world''s economies to a standstill. The catalyst for the scheme? A stunning document stolen during Napoleon''s disastrous invasion of Russia.But two hundred years later, it mTrade ReviewCussler is hard to beat * Daily Mail *Delivers what it promises * Financial Times *The Adventure King * Sunday Express *

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Book SynopsisTHE INTELLIGENT NEW POST-APOCALYPTIC THRILLER FROM THE AUTHOR BEHIND BRAND NEW APPLE TV HIT SHINING GIRLS''A smartly written thriller that opens with a satisfying bang . . . splendid'' STEPHEN KING''Powerful and intelligent'' GUARDIAN''A major, major talent'' GEORGE R.R. MARTIN_______A WORLD OF WOMENA MOTHER AND SON ON THE RUNThree years after a virus wiped out most men on earth, Cole''s son, Miles, is one of the rare survivors.Yet in this changed world, there are women who would kill to get their hands on that most prized commodity - a living boy.Getting Miles to safety means crossing America with deadly pursuers hot on their heels - including Cole''s own sister, Billie.But if there are some who will commit any crime to possess Miles, Cole must face some terrible choices to protect her son . . ._______The powerful and intelligent new thriTrade ReviewA smartly written thriller that opens with a satisfying bang . . . splendid -- Stephen King * New York Times *Powerful and intelligent, with some unexpectedly trenchant humour, this welcome addition to the no-longer-so-speculative pandemic subgenre has plenty to say about grief, love, family ties and gender roles * Guardian *Bowstring-taut, visceral, and incredibly timely: Beukes's plague-tale is a parable about the glory and terror of Americanism in times of calamity -- Cory Doctorow, author of Walkaway and Little BrotherLauren Beukes is a writer with a startling imagination, and a masterful ability to rewrite the rules of whatever genre she turns to; and now, right on time, she has turned to dystopian plague -- Ben Winters, author of Underground Airlines and Golden StateFive years in writing, this intelligent speculative novel about a pandemic feels alarmingly close to home * Metro *You can't imagine how quickly the world can change in six months - there probably isn't a more resonant sentence to be found in any other novel published this year. A fast-moving thriller [that] splices gut-punching action sequences and feminist gender politics with an impressively light touch. Bubbles with big ideas. This intelligent speculative novel about a pandemic feels alarmingly close to home * Metro *Afterland is that rare creature, a ripping tale that neither shies away from big questions nor interesting answers * New Scientist *Teases out the deep familial currents that run through its relationships, explores gender and reminds us that dystopian fiction can be seriously grown-up entertainment * SFX *Afterland could not be more timely or terrifying . . . An excellent example of the prophetic nature of speculative fiction. Lauren Beukes is one of the most innovative and provocative writers on the contemporary scene * Scotland on Sunday *(A) timely thriller * i paper *Perfect lockdown reading * Herald *Praise for Lauren Beukes * - *Unreservedly recommended * Joe Hill *Brilliant ... engrossing ... I will be looking forward to whatever Lauren Beukes does next. She's a major, major talent -- George RR Martin, internationally bestselling author of * A Song of Ice and Fire *Scary as hell and hypnotic. I couldn't put it down * Stephen King *I'm all over it -- Gillian Flynn, number one bestselling author of * Gone Girl *Utterly original, beautifully written, and I must say, it creeped the holy bejasus out of me. This is something special -- Tana FrenchMasterful. Lauren Beukes is very *very* good -- William GibsonA new kind of thriller. A dark, relentless, time-twisting, page-turning. It shines -- Matt Haig

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Book SynopsisThe hilarious international bestselling novel that has had pensioners ditching their sticks and zimmers to follow the age-defying, youth inducing antics inside The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen, 83 Years Old . . . ''Terrific. This geriatric Adrian Mole made me laugh'' Woman and Home ''Funny and touching'' BBC Radio 4 Meet Hendrik Groen. An octogenarian in a care home who has no intention of doing what he''s told, or dying quietly. To that end, he creates the Old-But-Not-Dead Club and with his fellow members sets about living his final years with careless abandon. Such anarchism infuriates the care home director but pleases Eefje, the woman who makes Hendrik''s frail heart palpitate. If it''s never too late to have fun, then can it ever be too late to meet the love of your life? ''So much more than just a comedy'' John Boyne ''A story with a great deal of heart'' Graeme Simsion, Trade Review'A great deal of heart' Graeme Simsion 'Praised for its wit' BBC Radio 4 Front Row 'When I'm an old man, I want to be Hendrik Groen' John Boyne 'I laughed until I cried' David Suchet 'Thoughtful, anxious and gruff... Laced with humour' Mail on Sunday 'Amusing [and] wickedly accurate' Sunday Express * - *A story with a great deal of heart, it pulled me in with its self-deprecating humour, finely drawn characters and important themes. Anyone who hopes to grow old with dignity will have much to reflect on -- Graeme Simsion, author of international phenomenon * The Rosie Project *Thoughtful, anxious and gruff... Laced with humour -- The Best New Fiction * Mail on Sunday *Full of off-beat charm and quirky characters -- Cathy Rentzenbrink * Stylist *A joy to read, as much concerned with friendship and dignity as it is with the debilitating effects of aging ... An entertaining and uplifting story of a man in the winter of his days, stoic in the face of bureaucratic nonsense and an unabashed need to wear a nappy. Imagined or not, this is the diary of someone who wants nothing more than to be allowed see out his days with dignity and respect. It's not too much to ask, really, is it? -- John Boyne * Irish Independent *Amusing [and] wickedly accurate ... I was constantly put in mind of One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest, another comi-tragedy concerning the tyranny of institutions of the unwanted. Enjoy Groen's light touch but do not be fooled by it. We live in an ageing society. The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen is a handbook of resistance for our time. ***** FIVE STARS * Daily Express *Hendrik Groen is king -- Ray KluunHighly entertaining ... a delightful and touching saga of one man's way of coping with old age ... we may assume that Hendrik Groen is a character of fiction. But it is a fiction so closely based on the observation of real life that it is utterly convincing * Daily Express *Hendrik pens an exposé of his care home, sets up the Old-But-Not-Dead club and relishes the arrival of a new female resident. This geriatric Adrian Mole made me laugh and think. Terrific -- Fanny Blake * Woman and Home *

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Book Synopsis**A heart-warming and inspiring story of incredible women on the home-front during World War II from the author of The Bomb Girls**Can four girls protect a whole country? It''s 1941 and the country has been turned upside down. For the aristocratic Walsingham family this means being pushed unceremoniously upstairs while their grand home is taken over by the Army. But for newcomers Ava and Maudie this is a chance to get something more from life. They are at Walsingham Hall to become code girls and break German encryptions. So being sent downstairs to work in the kitchens isn''t exactly what they had in mind. But they do their duty, make new friends and soon even romance looks to be on the horizon. Though life is tough, it has never been more exciting. Meanwhile, upstairs, Lord Walsingham is hiding something. And Maudie and the girls realize that the safety of their country might actually be in their hands after all . . . <Trade ReviewPraise for Daisy Styles * - *Feisty young women, a country house in wartime and a scheming aristocrat - all ingredients for a cracking story with truly endearing characters -- Annie Murray, bestselling author of * Now The War Is Over *A great read that I think will appeal to fans of wartime sagas and authors like Donna Douglas . . . From dances to disasters, encounters with handsome Yanks, rationing and relationships, The Bomb Girls has all the ingredients of an excellent wartime drama and I thoroughly enjoyed it! * Onemorepage.com *The story is full of drama, love, heartbreak, friendship and in some part some comedy . . . It's full of twist and turns and is a real page turner * Laurahbookblog *

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Book SynopsisLose yourself in the immensely funny and heartwarming No. 1 bestseller from the author of A Cornish SummerMolly gets a second chance in life - but will she have the courage to take it? Molly has traded London for a dream home in the country - except it was her husband''s dream, not hers. And David is, well, rather dead now.So when a distant relative leaves her a London townhouse, Molly is ready to quit ''The Good Life'' and return to her good life.But there''s a rather tall, handsome problem - a man who''s already living in Molly''s new house. And when a face from her past reappears, she''s no longer quite sure where she belongs.Do any of the men in Molly''s life have honourable intentions?Is she ready to ditch muddy wellies for high heels?Or is she saying goodbye to the delights of country life too soon?Readers love Catherine Alliott''s books:''Like goingTrade ReviewThe immensely funny and heartwarming number one bestseller tells the story of a woman who gets a second chance in life - but will she have the courage to take it? * from the publisher's description *Praise for About Last Night. . . * - *Warm, witty and wise * Daily Mail *An easy, entertaining and enjoyable read, About Last Night raises some modern moral dilemmas . . . and a little lust too! * Living Edge Magazine *Laugh-out-loud * Press Association *A great, optimistic springtime read * WI Life *Frothy and fun * Sunday Mirror *An engaging, light-hearted romp * Sunday Express *Just as enjoyable as previous novels. A wonderfully easy read * Daily Mail *Praise for Catherine Alliott * : *Her writing is both intelligent and sparkling -- Marian KeyesCompulsively readable * The Times *Hilarious and full of surprises * Daily Telegraph *A fun, fast-paced page-turner * OK *An addictive cocktail of wit, frivolity and madcap romance * Time Out *Classy, wonderfully gossipy and breathless * Red *We defy you not to get caught up in Alliott's life-changing tale * Heat *

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Book SynopsisTHE NO. 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING LOVE STORY THAT CAPTURED 21 MILLION HEARTS''Immensely readable and enjoyable'' Sunday Times''Jojo Moyes is a phenomenal storyteller . . . beautiful'' 5***** Reader Review____________Fall in love with Still Me, the spellbinding conclusion of the story begun in worldwide bestseller Me Before YouLou Clark knows how many miles lie between her new home in New York and her new boyfriend Sam in London.She knows her employer is a good man and she knows his wife is keeping a secret from him.But what Lou doesn''t know is she''s about to meet someone who''s going to turn her whole life upside down.Because Josh will remind her so much of a man she used to know that it''ll hurt. Lou won''t know what to do next, but she knows that whatever she chooses is going to change everything . . .Follow Lou Clark''s next adTrade ReviewImmensely readable and enjoyable * Sunday Times *A joyful story with a pitch-perfect ending * Daily Express *Moyes always creates characters you care about and Still Me is full of them * Daily Express, Best Holiday Reads *This is more than a will they/won't they make it romance - although Jojo has your heart in a vice till the end. This is a love letter to Lou, and anyone who's been unsure of who they are. It's a beautifully told, inspiring tale of what can happen when you leave your comfort zone, listen to your heart and trust it will all be OK. And it made us love Lou Clarke and her bee tights even more. * Heat *Louisa is a dream character, and this is going to be huge - deservedly so * Daily Mail *Still one of our fave authors and still a brilliant read! * Look *Jojo's work never fails to bring a smile to my face with her honesty, humour and empathy about what it is to be human - a must-read! -- Emilia Clarke, the star of Me Before You and Game of ThronesA triumph * Heat *Lou Clark returns in the follow-up the all-conquering Me Before You and After You. Likely to be one of 2019's biggest books * Reader's Digest *The storytelling treads the delicate balance between heartbreak and hope perfectly - with a splash of humour to keep it real * Good Housekeeping *Captivating * OK! *A funny, thoughtful and uplifting conclusion to the trilogy * Sunday Express *Brilliant * Bella *Fun, emotional and a damn good read * Sun on Sunday, Fabulous Magazine *It's witty, funny, uplifting and warm. The perfect book to settle down with * Candis *A real triumph * Sun *A heart-warming, upbeat tale * Sunday Mirror *As funny, quirky, vulnerable Lou tries to acclimatise to the glitzy New York way of life, you can't fail to care about her . . . it is an utter delight * Sunday Express *As beautiful as the others * Take a Break *Hooray! Louisa Clark is back * Prima *Sure not to disappoint * Now *Utterly satisfying . . . Moyes fans will be clamouring for the return of Louisa Clark -- Starred review * Booklist *Heartwarming * Savoy Magazine *The last in Jojo Moyes's barnstorming trilogy is expected to be huge -- Alice O'Keeffe * Press Association *A sure-fire bestseller -- Fanny Blake's Books to Look Forward to in 2018 * Woman & Home *Moyes' beloved Lou Clark is back -- Books We're Most Excited About in 2018 * Grazia *Moyes' fans will lap up this third instalment of Louisa's adventures and relish its pitch-perfect ending * Daily Express *Jojo Moyes has a habit of hooking her readers in with irrevocably loveable characters * Western Gazette *The next book in the story of Lou Clark, our most favourite of heroines . . . one for everyone who still tears up thinking about Lou and Will * Bristol Life *Pick of the holiday reads * Daily Mirror *Praise for Jojo Moyes * - *Moyes somehow manages to break your heart before restoring your faith in love * Sunday Express *Raw, funny, real and sad, this is storytelling at its best * Marie Claire *Like her peers David Nicholls and Marian Keyes, Moyes possesses the enviable gift of making the reader laugh * Independent on Sunday *A heart-stopping read. Destined to be the novel that friends press upon each other . . . Moyes does a majestic job of conjuring a cast of characters who are charismatic, credible and utterly compelling * Independent on Sunday *This truly beautiful story made us laugh, smile and sob like a baby - you simply have to read it * Closer *A beautifully written modern love story from Britain's best contemporary female author * Sun on Sunday *Wonderfully written and completely engrossing, with exquisitely drawn characters in a brilliantly plotted narrative. It will make you think long after you finish the final page * Daily Mail *A tender, funny and hopeful look at love, grief and life. Bumper box of tissues required * Stylist *A beautiful read * Hello *Funny, heart-warming and extremely wise * Prima *A deeply satisfying book full of big emotions * Good Housekeeping *A laugh-out-loud, rollicking good read and a very touching love story * Sunday Independent *Moyes is the queen of the classy weepy * Elle *A delight * The Daily Mirror *The storytelling treads the delicate balance between heartbreak and hope perfectly - with a splash of humour to keep it real * Good Housekeeping *

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Book SynopsisThe heart-warming and uplifting Sunday Times bestseller from Giovanna Fletcher''This book is beautiful'' ZOE BALL''Lovely, very moving. Giovanna''s books are very very relatable'' LORRAINE KELLYIt''s always darkest before the dawn . . .________After Mike loses Pia, his partner of seventeen years, best friends Vicky and Zaza rally round.But the truth is, in Pia''s absence, they all need more than a little help . . .Just-engaged Zaza fears the next step. Mum Vicky has lost sight of herself. And Mike can''t figure out how to start again.Luckily, Pia left a list of loving instructions to help them cope.Which is why they find themselves trekking in Peru. Stumbling up mountains. Lost in sweltering rainforests. As friendships and hope fray, they cling to their faith in Pia.Soon they learn anything is possible when you''re walking on sunshine.________''HearTrade ReviewThis book is beautiful -- Zoe BallLovely, very moving. Giovanna's books are very very relatable -- Lorraine KellyAn uplifting and satisfying read * Daily Express *A sensitive read from the I'm a Celebrity! queen * Sun *A wonderfully warm book from the doyenne of up lit * i *Praise for Some Kind of Wonderful * - *Her funniest, freshest and BEST yet . . . Giovanna Fletcher is at the top of her game * Heat *Fletcher's writing is as wonderfully readable as ever, and the plot engaging, witty and heartbreaking * i *An empowering read * Woman's Weekly *A life-affirming and heartfelt story. Her best yet * Sun *

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Book SynopsisPoppy never thought her husband wanted children - especially not with her best friend.When Poppy arrives home to find her husband and best friend sitting side by side at her kitchen table, she thinks they''re planning her a birthday surprise . . .Little does she know, they''re waiting to tell her about their affair. And worse, that they''re having a baby. Now everywhere she goes, mothers are reminding her of their betrayal.So when Poppy meets a woman who wants to help her fight back, it seems like a good idea.But how well does she know her?Is she there to help . . . or does she have an agenda of her own?What readers are saying:''I stayed up late reading this . . . it was brilliant''''An evocative, exciting story filled with a dark humour''''Just as compelling and moreish as I''d expected''''I was hooked and raced through''Trade ReviewI devoured it, loved it and totally escaped into it. Fun and topical -- Marian KeyesMakes entertaining play of the rivalry between mums and non-mums * Telegraph *A firecracker of a novel -- Liane MoriartyA darkly droll page-turner * Publishers Weekly *Super addictive, cleverly plotted and ridiculously relatable, Those Other Women by Nicola Moriarty is yet another captivating read from the wildly talented Moriarty family. I raced through this book in a single sitting and was genuinely upset when I had to part ways with the characters in the end. This is definitely one of those books where the characters begin to feel like your new best friends within the first few chapters * Booktopia *This novel shows the same sharp eye for neat plotting that Nicola Moriarty revealed in her last novel, The Fifth Letter. Moriarty is fair-minded about this conflict, often manages to be funny about it, and deftly employs the features and uses of Facebook to kick along the plot * Sydney Morning Herald *Nicola Moriarty instinctively knows what we want to read and gives it to us on a platter - juicy, topical, honestly raw and full of twists and turns that we never see coming, Those Other Women does everything right -- Tess WoodsMoriarty trains a spotlight on the pitfalls of social media and how quickly rumour is presented as fact * Courier Mail *Super addictive, cleverly plotted and ridiculously relatable . . . the characters begin to feel like your new best friends * 9 Honey *A darkly droll page-turner . . . a tasty divertissement * Publishers Weekly *Praise for Nicola Moriarty * . *The premise and its execution will grab readers and refuse to let go. An author to watch * Booklist *With secrets and intrigue, this is a compulsive read * Sun on Sunday *Entertaining * Sunday Mirror *A darkly humorous story about friendship * Best *Intrigue, hatred and accusations - phew, it kept me guessing to the end * Sun *Praise for Nicola Moriarty * - *The premise and its execution will grab readers and refuse to let go. An author to watch * Booklist *With secrets and intrigue, this is a compulsive read * Sun on Sunday *Entertaining * Sunday Mirror *A darkly humorous story about friendship * Best *Intrigue, hatred and accusations - phew, it kept me guessing to the end * Sun *

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Book SynopsisFour friends. Five Letters. One Secret.The scandalous breakthrough novel from Nicola Moriarty that will leave you asking, how well do I really know my friends? Joni, Trina, Deb and Eden.Best friends since the first day of school. Best friends, they liked to say, forever. But now they are in their thirties and real life - husbands, children, work - has got in the way. So, resurrecting their annual trip away, Joni has an idea, something to help them reconnect. Each woman will write an anonymous letter, sharing with their friends the things that are really going on in their lives. But as the confessions come tumbling out, Joni starts to feel the certainty of their decades-long friendships slip from her fingers. Anger. Accusations. Desires. Deceit. And then she finds another letter. One that was never supposed to be read. A fifth letter. Containing a secret so big that iTrade ReviewDramatic, mysterious and compelling . . . it's easy to read this book in one sitting * Vogue *Younger sister Nicola gives novelists Liane and Jaclyn Moriarty a serious run for the literary awards in this pacey, circle-of-friends thriller, which accelerates in its intensity and sheer originality with every page . . . An Agatha Christie Mousetrap of a "who-wrote-it?" to solve * Australian Women's Weekly *The premise in this third novel from one of the clever Moriarty sisters is irresistible . . . You'll be hard pressed not to giggle and compare these girls to your own besties * Daily Telegraph *Page-turning mystery * Instyle *It's hard not to get roped into this delightfully twisted tale of suspicion and mystery intertwined with a frank look at how relationships evolve and sometimes become obsolete. Moriarty has a knack for making you feel like one of the girls, compelling you to solve the mystery of the author of the fifth letter * My Weekly Preview *The brilliant unraveling of this sisterhood of secrets will leave you wondering how well you really know the best friends you've known forever. A must-read before your next Girl's Night -- Mary HoganLifelong friendships, secrets, and pages I couldn't turn fast enough. The Fifth Letter is one of my favorite books this year, and Nicola Moriarty is now on my short list of favorite women's fiction authors -- Susan Elizabeth PhillipsReaders . . . will race to the end as a credit to Nicola's fine sense of pacing and suspense. An author to watch -- Tracy Babiasz * Booklist *The meandering stories of these women are held together with the powerful question of who wrote the last letter, which reveals just how precarious childhood friendships are . . . the book adeptly exposes the striking differences among the four friends and the five letters * Publishers Weekly *A delightful, heartwarming exploration of the twists and turns of true friendship, The Fifth Letter was simply delicious from the very first page to the last. Relatable characters, a fast-moving plot and just the right amount of mystery. I was hooked! -- Rachael JohnsA brilliant and compelling novel where a twenty-year-old friendship is tested by the secrets they have been keeping. The plot is fascinating and I found the characters likeable and irritating at the same time. Playing on the anonymity of the letters, the author creates suspense and anticipation as truths - and lies - are spilled page after page * Chicklit Club *This is one of those books you have to make sure you've got nothing scheduled when you start reading. Because once you start, you're not going to want to stop. Page turner indeed. Wow. And some scenes that made me cry * Sharpest Pencil Blog *With secrets and intrigue, this is a compulsive read * Sun on Sunday *Entertaining * Sunday Mirror *A darkly humorous story about friendship * Best *Intrigue, hatred and accusations - phew, it kept me guessing to the end * Sun *The premise and its execution will grab readers and refuse to let go. Readers may pick this one up to see how Moriarty's writing compares to her sister Liane's wildly popular novels, but they'll race to the end as a credit to Nicola's fine sense of pacing and suspense. An author to watch. * Booklist *Entertaining and easy to read * Sunday Mirror *With secrets and intrigue, this is a compulsive read * Sun on Sunday *A darkly humorous story about friendship * Best *Intrigue, hatred and accusations - phew, it kept me guessing to the end * The Sun *

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewA heartwarming debut collection of short stories - all centred on everyday women - from the author of Me Before You * Mail on Sunday *A beautiful read * Hello *An undeniably enjoyable dose of escapism * Irish Independent *The best-selling queen of romantic fiction has delivered the goods. You'll love getting lost in these charming tales * Sunday Mirror *Moyes' characters are so real you want to find out what happens to them * Choice *Delightful * Prima *From unhappy women overcoming problems to fairytale romance, you'll love getting lost in these charming tales * People *A book that maps the wonder of everyday love * Metro *Lots to cheer about in Moyes' first collection of short stories. If you want romance, the title story and its hapless heroine Nell will give it to you in spades * Red *With a talent for writing about the everyday in a wonderfully warm and wacky way, Moyes somehow manages to break your heart before restoring your faith in love * Sunday Express *Like her peers David Nicholls and Marian Keyes, possesses the enviable gift of making the reader laugh in the gloomiest of circumstances * Independent on Sunday *Just like Moyes' other works, the stories are heartfelt, emotional and teach us about love, loss, liberation and laughter. Fans of her previous work will love it * OK! *The best-selling queen of romantic fiction has delivered the goods... you'll love getting lost in these charming tales * Sunday Mirror *Jojo Moyes' characters are so real you want to find out what happens to them * Choice *Delightful short stories from the author of Me Before You * Prima *A heartwarming debut collection of short stories - all centred on everyday women - from the author of Me Before You * Mail on Sunday *From unhappy women overcoming problems to fairytale romance, you'll love getting lost in these charming tales * The People *A book that maps the wonder of everyday love * Metro (London) *Irresistible... Paris for One offers a dose of instant escapism to whisk you away * Daily Express *A beautiful read * Hello *Moyes is always good on male/female relationships. But her sneaky brilliance is in the way she discreetly includes the powerful influence that women have on each other's love lives * Daily Mail *

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Book Synopsis''A fast-paced tale of sex, lies and murder'' StylistWhat if you could take the life you''d always wanted?Alvie has always been in the shadow of her glamorous sister Beth.So when she''s invited to her identical twin''s luxurious Sicilian villa, Alvie accepts.Who wouldn''t want seven days in the sun?With Beth''s hot husband, the cute baby, the fast car and of course, the money.The thing is it''s all too good to let go . . . and her sister Beth isn''t the golden girl she appears.It''s Alvie''s chance to steal the life that she deserves.If she can get away with it.''The must-have beach read'' Telegraph''Sizzlingly glamorous'' Guardian________________Can''t get enough of Alvie? Why not read her next book, Bad?Trade ReviewSizzlingly glamorous * Guardian *This summer's raciest read . . . The must-have beach read for millennials this summer * Telegraph *A summer read to make you hotter than the weather outside . . . you'd be mad not to find room for this in your case * Sun *A fast-paced tale of sex, lies and murder . . . Sex and the City dialled up several notches * Stylist *The white-hot debut * Glamour *Gone Girl plus . . . Esposito has added a dollop of Bridget Jones to the mix * Telegraph *So begins this caper that has Alvina up to her neck in designer labels, hot sex and trouble . . . outrageous - it kept me reading * Daily Mail *I just read Mad in one go. I bloody LOVED it. Like Gone Girl, if Amy Schumer had written it. SUCH fun -- Bryony Gordon * bestselling author of Mad Girl *One of the most compelling and hilarious characters we've come across in a long time. Warning: this brilliant and dark book is not for the faint-hearted * New Magazine *Like The Devil Wears Prada - fast-paced, but funnier and more readable * Independent, 10 Best Debut Novels by Women Authors *She's an evil hot mess is what she is, and I kinda like it! -- Sarah Knight * bestselling author of The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F**k *Allergic to chick lit? Meet Alvie Knightly . . . Insane as its title promises * Mail on Sunday *Raunchy, fun * Guardian *Trust us when we say that you won't ever have encountered a character quite like Alvie Knightly - the often-drunk, sex-mad, always-sassy heroine . . . A brilliantly bonkers read * Heat *If you loved [Paula Hawkins'] Into the Water, try Mad * Red *Pure, unadulterated entertainment. There is nothing Chloé Esposito's Alvie won't do. Strap in for a fun, fast and fresh read -- Ali Land * author of Sunday Times bestseller Good Me Bad Me *Chloe Esposito introduces a compelling and uncensored antiheroine * US Weekly *Using Sicily as a backdrop with its gorgeous architecture, villas and sexy men, Esposito pens an unforgettable summer debut headed by a no-holds-barred protagonist * Library Journal *Mad is deliciously over-the-top, with a protagonist you'll never forget and an ending that promises more chaos to come * Bookpage *Chloe [has] a fantastic natural vibrancy and humour in her work -- Richard Skinner, Director of Fiction at the Faber AcademyWhat readers are saying about Mad * - *100% MAD about this book * NetGalley Reviewer *A page-turner, compelling and delightfully crazy. I can't wait for books two and three * NetGalley Reviewer *Chloé Esposito has broken the mould. The unconventional heroine and plot breaks so many conventions leading to an enjoyable, fast-paced read, which manages to be well-written and funny. It is perfect for the beach or a long journey * NetGalley Reviewer *Absolutely loved this book, a real page turner and I didn't want to come to the end * NetGalley Reviewer *Whoa! Yeah I started my review like that . . . but that's what this book is whoooaaa! it truly is M.A.D. . . . Mental Addictive * NetGalley Reviewer *Insane for all the right reasons - once you meet Alvie Knightly you won't want to turn your back on her, no way! * NetGalley Reviewer *This novel cracks along with frenetic, addictive style, beautifully descriptive in hot and heavy fashion . . . highly recommended * NetGalley Reviewer *Mad is certainly mad! I was hooked on our hero, Alvie * NetGalley Reviewer *

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Book SynopsisThe sharp, smart and outrageously funny finale in the Alvie Knightly trilogy''Trust us when we say that you won''t ever have encountered a character quite like Alvie Knightly'' HEAT Once, serial killer Alvie Knightly was living the dream.Unlimited cash. An Italian getaway. A hot new boyfriend . . .How the mighty fall.One year - and one very unfortunate incident - later, Alvie is homeless, surviving on meal deals, and counting her dwindling pennies.It''s time for one last hit, and if anyone can pull it off - in six-inch heels - it''s Alvie.But if she''s to succeed in her mission to avenge her ex, win back her money and secure her future, she''ll have to face her most terrifying enemy yet . . .Her past.Readers are LOVING Dangerous to Know: ''Every bone in my body is shaking. A masterful thriller'' 5***** ReadTrade ReviewEvery bit as darkly delicious as you might hope . . . Glamour, murder, oodles of humour and revenge with a capital R * Herald *Praise for Mad and Bad * - *Sizzlingly glamorous * Guardian *The must-have beach read this summer * Telegraph *A fast-paced tale of sex, lies and murder . . . Sex and the City dialled up several notches * Stylist *A summer read to make you hotter than the weather outside . . . you'd be mad not to find room for this in your case * Sun *One of the most compelling and hilarious characters we've come across in a long time. Warning: this brilliant and dark book is not for the faint-hearted * New Magazine *White-hot * Glamour *This caper has Alvina up to her neck in designer labels, hot sex and trouble . . . outrageous * Daily Mail *I just read Mad in one go. I bloody LOVED it. Like Gone Girl, if Amy Schumer had written it. SUCH fun * bestselling author of Mad Girl *Allergic to chick lit? Meet Alvie Knightly . . . Insane as its title promises * Mail on Sunday *Raunchy, fun * Guardian *Trust us when we say that you won't ever have encountered a character quite like Alvie Knightly . . . A brilliantly bonkers read * Heat *Like The Devil Wears Prada - fast-paced, but funnier and more readable * Independent *If you loved Paula Hawkins's Into the Water, try Mad * Red *She's an evil hot mess is what she is, and I kinda like it! * bestselling author of The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F**k *Pure, unadulterated entertainment. There is nothing Chloé Esposito's Alvie won't do. Strap in for a fun, fast and fresh read * bestselling author of Good Me Bad Me *A compelling and uncensored antiheroine * US Weekly *An unforgettable summer debut * Library Journal *Deliciously over-the-top, with a protagonist you'll never forget * Bookpage *

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER''TERRIFIC IN EVERY WAY'' LEE CHILDYou won''t be able to put down the spine-tingling new novel from the author of The Chalk Man . . . ___________THENOne night, my little sister went missing. There were searches, appeals. Everyone thought the worst. And then, miraculously, she came back. She couldn''t, or wouldn''t, say what had happened. But she wasn''t the same afterwards. She wasn''t my Annie. Because sometimes my own little sister scared me to death . . .NOWThe email arrives in my inbox:I know what happened to your sister. It''s happening again . . ._______________''Confirms Tudor as Britain''s female Stephen King. There is a creeping dread on every page'' Daily Mail''Shows that her excellent The Chalk Man was no one-off in matching Stephen King for creepiness'' Sunday Express''Written with such skill it''s hard to believe this is only her second book. It gives King a run for his money'' James Oswald, author of the Inspector McLean series''Dark, gothic and utterly compelling'' J. P. Delaney, author of Believe Me ''Deliciously creepy . . . An absolute corker of a book'' Riley Sager, bestselling author of The Last Time I Lied Trade ReviewSome writers have it, and some don't. C. J. Tudor has it big time . . . The Taking of Annie Thorne is terrific in every way * Lee Child *Confirms Tudor as Britain's female Stephen King. There is a creeping dread on every page and, as you start a new chapter, a dark shadow over your shoulder. Tudor's punk prose style and her great eye for menace make this a book no one should read at night. * Daily Mail *There is no sign of second-album syndrome: the mix of grotty provincial realism and amateur cold-case sleuthing works just as well here * The Sunday Times *As enjoyable and well written as her first, The Chalk Man * Daily Mirror *Dark, gothic and utterly compelling, The Taking of Annie Thorne pulls off a rare combination - an atmosphere of unsettling evil along with richly nuanced characterisation * J. P. Delaney, bestselling author of The Girl Before *Tudor's 2018 The Chalk Man was a standout mystery novel with a fresh voice and a spooky plot. This is even better * Washington Post *Shows that her excellent The Chalk Man was no one-off in matching Stephen King for creepiness * Sunday Express's Bestseller Predictions 2019 *From the author of The Chalk Man comes an equally creepy story about missing children * Woman & Home *Spine-tingling * Sunday Post *Spine tinglingly good * Amy Lloyd, bestselling author of The Innocent Wife *The Taking of Annie Thorne deserves every plaudit it receives * Richard Armitage, narrator of The Taking of Annie Thorne and star of The Hobbit *I loved everything about this book * Alice Feeney, author of Sometimes I Lie *So dark, so dastardly, so incredible. Still pondering this one, it's just that disturbing. C. J. Tudor has done it again. Bravo! * Samantha Downing, author of My Lovely Wife *A can't-put-it-down thriller if ever I met one. I loved The Chalk Man and this is equally as fabulous. The Taking of Annie Thorne by lead head-rattler C. J. Tudor! * Joanna Cannon, bestselling author of The Trouble with Goats and Sheep *Deliciously creepy, impeccably plotted and laced with both wicked humor and genuine shocks, The Taking of Annie Thorne is the kind of read-under-the-covers thriller you didn't think people wrote anymore. Lucky for us, C. J. Tudor still does. An absolute corker of a book * Riley Sager, New York Times bestselling author of Final Girls and The Last Time I Lied *Dark and creeping and utterly unpredictable, The Taking of Annie Thorne is another triumph of a novel by C J Tudor. With its compelling characters and witty writing, it grips from the very first page * Jenny Quintana, author of The Missing Girl *Gripping and dark, The Taking of Annie Thorne descends like its very own mine shaft, getting creepier the further you go. You'll race to the finish -- Roz Nay bestselling author of * Our Little Secret *With shades of Pet Sematary and an all-round aura of creepiness, The Taking of Annie Thorne cements C. J. Tudor's position as a major new talent at the dark heart of crime writing. Her characters are compelling, the village of Arnhill as atmospheric as its abandoned pit, and she possesses that rare ability to keep the reader turning the pages, desperate to discover what happens next. Brilliant * Fiona Cummins, author of Rattle *If you found your pulse racing as you read Tudor's previous book, you won't be disappointed in The Taking of Annie Thorne, another spooky, sinister slice of tension * Wiltshire Living *Delicious in every way. A deliciously creepy story, deliciously told. Storytelling like a siren's song: your hair will prickle and stand on end but you won't be able to tear your eyes from the page. If you like Tana French, you will love, love, love C. J. Tudor -- Alma KatsuRazor-sharp writing and masterful plotting drive this dark story about a small town, buried secrets, and ghosts from the past. Witty and compelling all at once, The Taking of Annie Thorne is a must read page-turner -- Wendy Walker bestselling author of * All is Not Forgotten *WOW WOW WOW! C. J. Tudor's follow-up to her impressive debut is superbly chilling and delightfully creepy. Smartly written and brilliantly plotted, here is a book that crawls under your skin and hooks on until you reach that jaw-dropping ending * C. J. Cooke, author of I Know My Name *C. J. Tudor has proven that she is the true master at creating perfectly dark, highly propulsive, and tightly coiled mysteries that are utterly impossible to put down. From page one, the reader is pulled in, in a gathering sense of dread, and taken on an addictive, thrilling ride to the very last page -- Aimee Molloy, New York Times Bestselling author of The Perfect MotherC. J. Tudor nails it again with this clever, disturbing novel where the scars of an old mining community are opened by a slash of cold murder. From the shocking opening to the explosive finale, The Taking of Annie Thorne is a chilling page-turner that will leave you checking the locks at night. Brilliant * Olivia Kiernan, author of Too Close to Breathe *I loved it. The quality of her writing meant it was an absolute pleasure to read, as well as being genuinely terrifying. It made my hair stand on end! Genius * Emma Curtis author of One Little Mistake *C. J. Tudor writes evil with aplomb - The Taking of Annie Thorne reveals how evil casts its resonance through places, people and our shared past. This book lingers with you long after the lights go out * Matt Wesolowski, author of Six Stories *What an absolute treat of a novel this was. Such an assured, distinct voice and an absolute belter of a plot * Caz Frear, author of Sweet Little Lies *I rattled through The Taking of Annie Thorne by C. J. Tudor - it reads like a Stephen King novel, and I can't think of a higher compliment than that! * Simon Lelic *Deliciously creepy, and written with such skill and fluency it's hard to believe this is only her second book. Indeed I think it gives King a run for his money * James Oswald, bestselling author of the Inspector McLean series *C. J. Tudor is a writer of real creepiness. The Taking of Annie Thorne is no exception - a dark, chilling mystery that had me reading until the early hours * Kate Hamer, The Girl in the Red Coat *I read this novel with a sense of creeping dread. It was an achingly good, well-plotted, dark, disturbing piece of pure brilliance! C J Tudor is my new favourite author. * Sam Carrington, bestselling author of Bad Sister and One Little Lie *Loved this. Funny, frightening, goes out with a BANG. Believe the hype! * Chris Whitaker, author of Tall Oaks *A brilliantly sharp and distinctive voice and super-creepy plot. Fab * Roz Watkins, author of The Devil's Dice *Finished this creepy corker last night. Utterly compelling with a host of intriguing characters and brilliant writing. Fans of The Chalk Man will definitely not be disappointed * Isabelle Broom, author of One Thousand Stars and You *I loved The Chalk Man, but The Taking of Annie Thorne is even better, creepier and more addictive! I was so creeped out I had to stop reading until my husband came home one night! Brilliant stuff - well done, C. J. Tudor! * Elle Croft, author of The Other Sister *The Hot List * Inside Soap *Following on from C J Tudor's successful debut, comes a novel about bullying, cruelty and deceit. . . Tudor keeps the novel moving at a fast pace * Literary Review *A Stephen King style thriller that will have you transfixed and submerged in the entanglement of the twisting plot. This book kept me intrigued all the way to the very end * Places & Faces *Crime meets psychological suspense meets out-and-out horror. From the stomach-churning first chapter to the grand guignol ending that is as shocking as it is surprising, Tudor racks up the nastiness . . . Another hit. * Buzz Magazine *Matches Stephen King for creepiness. A must-read for horror fans * Leamington Courier *Creepy beyond words. Just like Stephen King, the fact that Tudor's characters are so believable makes the events even creepier * People's Friend *

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Book SynopsisDISCOVER THE GRIPPING NO. 1 BESTSELLER BEHIND THE AWARD WINNING HBO SENSATION STARRING REESE WITHERSPOON, NICOLE KIDMAN & MERYL STREEP____________Perfect families, perfect houses, perfect lives.Three mothers, Jane, Madeline and Celeste appear to have it all, until they find out just how easy it is for one little lie to spiral out of control . . .Single mum Jane has just moved to town. She''s got her little boy in tow - plus a secret she''s been carrying for five years.On the first day of the school run she meets Madeline - a force to be reckoned with, who remembers everything and forgives no one - and Celeste, the kind of beautiful woman who makes the world stop and stare, but is inexplicably ill at ease.They both take Jane under their wing - while careful to keep their own secrets under wraps.But a minor incident involving the children of all three women rapidly escalates: playground whispers become spiteful rTrade ReviewPerfect family, perfect house, perfect life; Jane, Madeline and Celeste have it all . . . or do they? They are about to find out just how easy it is for one little lie to spiral out of control * from the publisher's description *Every single one of her books is a great read * E! Online *An exceptional novel about murder and domestic and sexual violence that somehow defies expectation and remains upbeat. Twisty and unexpected, it's both comical and mysterious * Adele Parks, Big Issue *A gripping, juicy page-turner with dark secrets and shocking truths * Reader's Digest *A delicious novel, with secrets - and lies - scattered throughout its idyllic community like poisonous candy sprinkles on a cupcake -- Eve Chase, bestselling author of The Glass HouseAbsolutely brilliant, even better than The Husband's Secret. Loved it. Liane Moriarty has that rare Anne Tyler thing of being able to make fun of people while clearly having compassion for them. * Louise Candlish, Sunday Times bestselling author of SINCE I DON’T HAVE YOU *The author of last year's bestseller, The Husband's Secret, is back with another sure-fire hit. Unputdownable * The Sun on Sunday *It's not often that a book about murder mingled with domestic and sexual violence has you howling with laughter, but Moriarty pulls it off here ... Her ironic turn of phrases infuses even poignant moments with humour. Blending romance, comedy and mystery, this is a wonderful book - full of brains, guts and heart * The Sunday Mirror *It all reads terrifyingly real, with the viciousness of the women at the school gates and the hell they can make each others' lives. It's a fine book * The Sunday Sport *Moriarty is happy to thread a thin line between mummy lit and fluffy thriller. It's easy to get stuck into this book, thanks to neat plotting that keeps you guessing. Just dive right in because this book slips down as easily as a strawberry soufflé * Irish Independent *A brilliantly plotted story with characters to care for who kept me reading, utterly gripped * Woman and Home Magazine *Here at Company HQ we're all obsessed with Little Lies by Liane Moriarty. This juicy seaside-town murder mystery will be one of the biggest books this autumn * Company Magazine *This fantastically written story, with its little clues casually dropped in along the way, will keep you guessing until the very end ... Another compelling, funny and thought-provoking winner from Liane Moriarty. Do whatever you can to get your hands on a copy - it's brilliant * Heat Magazine *Take this page-turner on holiday with you - you won't be able to put it down! * Closer Magazine *A twisted thriller * Now Magazine *Another riveting thriller. Tackling difficult subjects with intelligence and humanity * Hello Magazine *A compelling summer read not to be missed * OK Magazine *This addictive new thriller from bestselling author Liane Moriarty weaves three stories together to a shocking and unpredictable climax * Take A Break Magazine *It's a hell of a good book. Funny and scary. She nails the feuding moms. -- Stephen King

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewI've never experienced a greater sense of recognition than when reading The Secret Diary -- David NichollsTownsend's writing is still a delight, Adrian's poetry is still dreadful, and his sense of self-importance is still hilarious * Radio Times *I not only wept, I howled and hooted and had to get up and walk around the room and wipe my eyes so that I could go on reading * Tom Sharpe *Very funny indeed * Sunday Times *Townsend has held a mirror up to the nation and made us happy to laugh at what we see in it * Sunday Telegraph *Every sentence is witty and well thought out, and the whole has reverberations beyond itself * The Times *One of the great comic creations * Daily Mirror *A classic. The Adrian Mole diaries are thoroughly subversive. A true hero for our time * Richard Ingrams *Adrian Mole is one of literature's great underachievers; his tragedy is that he knows it and the sadness of this undercuts the humour and makes us laugh not until, but while, it hurts * Daily Mail *The funniest person in the world * Caitlin Moran *

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Book SynopsisCurl up with the irresistibly funny and uplifting Sunday Times bestseller from the No. 1 bestseller and Queen of the Castle, Giovanna FletcherTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER''A fun read with a big dose of girl power'' SUN________When the love of your life says you''re not The One . . . what next?After celebrating a decade together, everyone thinks Lizzy and Ian are about to get engaged. Including Lizzy.That is, until a romantic escape to Dubai leaves Lizzy with no ring, no fiancé and no future.Lizzy is heartbroken - but through the tears, she sees an opportunity . . .To find out what she''s been missing while playing Ian''s ''better half''.To rediscover the girl she was before.And, in the meantime, to have a little fun . . .________''Her funniest, freshest and best yet'' Heat''Engaging, witty and heartbreaking'' iTrade ReviewHer funniest, freshest and BEST yet . . . Giovanna Fletcher is at the top of her game * Heat *Fletcher's writing is as wonderfully readable as ever, and the plot engaging, witty and heartbreaking * i *An empowering read * Woman's Weekly *A fun read with a big dose of girl power * Sun *A MUST-READ. Funny, heartwarming * Closer *Warm-hearted, with a heroine to cheer for * Sunday Mirror *Full of spirit and fun * Sunday Express *A sharp, funny novel about a woman returning (unwillingly) to a single life * Reader's Digest *Praise for Giovanna Fletcher * - *Saucy, fun and full of heart. This book ticked every one of our must have boxes * Heat *Warm and romantic, this charming read will certainly brighten up your day * Closer *Giovanna Fletcher steals our hearts again with this touching tale * New Magazine *A gorgeous, gloriously romantic read with buckets of charm - I absolutely loved it! -- Jill MansellA heartbreakingly beautiful story about friendship and unrequited love. I was totally and utterly captivated -- Paige Toon

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Book SynopsisPERFECT for fans of Roald Dahl.Think you know Dahl? Think again. There''s still a whole world of Dahl to discover in a newly collected book of his deliciously dark tales for adults . . . In war, are we at our heroic best or our cowardly worst? Featuring the autobiographical stories from Roald Dahl''s time as a fighter pilot in the Second World War as well as seven other tales of conflict and strife, Dahl reveals the human side of our most inhumane activity.Among other stories, you''ll read about the pilot shot down in the Libyan desert, the fighter plane that vanishes inside a mysterious thick white cloud and the soldier who returns from war but has been shockingly changed by his experiences.Featuring extraordinary cover art by Charming Baker, whose paintings echo the dark and twisted world of Dahl''s short stories. Roald Dahl reveals even more about the darker side of human nature in seven other centenary editions: Lust, MTrade ReviewThere's a whole world of Dahl still to discover in a newly collected book of his deliciously dark tales for adults . . . In war, are we at our heroic best or our cowardly worst? Featuring the autobiographical stories from Roald Dahl's time as a fighter pilot in the Second World War as well as seven other tales of conflict and strife, Dahl reveals the human side of our most inhumane activity. * From the publisher's description *Roald Dahl is one of the few writers I know whose work can accurately be described as addictive * Irish Times *The absolute master of the twist in the tale * Observer *

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Book SynopsisFROM THE MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF FAKING FRIENDS AND MY SWEET REVENGE ''Brilliant, with completely unexpected twists'' Gill Sims, bestselling author of Why Mummy Drinks Is she your best friend, or your worst enemy? __________Best friends Holly and Roz tell each other everything. So when Holly gets a shot at her dream job she assumes Roz will be waiting to pop the champagne. But is she just imagining things or is Roz not quite as happy as she should be? And now she thinks about it, a few things don''t quite add up... Perhaps it was a mistake to tell Roz all her secrets. Because it takes two to tango. But only one to start a war... ___________''She''s the queen of the revenge novel and Jane Fallon''s done it again'' Heat''Another winner from Jane Fallon'' Hello!''CompTrade ReviewBrilliant, with completely unexpected twists and the ending made me cry. I really enjoyed it! -- Gill Sims * bestselling author of Why Mummy Drinks *She's the queen of the revenge novel and Jane Fallon's done it again. Dramatic and engaging from the start, this is the perfect winter read. You won't want to put it down * Heat *Fallon's best yet. Full of laugh-out-loud wit and mischief and some truly magical moments. I'm a big fan -- Milly Johnson * bestselling author of The Perfectly Imperfect Woman *Fallon's compelling, edgy, beautifully written narratives paint vivid portraits of likeable, flawed protagonists placed in tricky emotional situations. Watching them as they navigate their way out of these is always a joy. This latest is no different. Here, she examines fake female friendship and what happens when it goes badly wrong * Daily Mail *Fallon is a dab hand at capturing the toxicity of friendships gone bad, and this witty and waspish tale of workplace rivalries is a deliciously devious one . . . it will keep you turning the pages * Sunday Mirror *Jane Fallon explores the darker side of female friendship while keeping a wry smile on her face. And her clever combination of comedy and unsettling suspense is likely to have you eyeing your workmates suspiciously over the office kettle * Sunday Express *Another winner from Jane Fallon * Hello! *Praise for Jane Fallon * - *Intelligent, edgy and witty * Glamour *Chick lit with an edge * Guardian *I LOVE her books. She always delivers a fabaliss read -- Marian KeyesA romcom with attitude * Mail on Sunday *Original, edgy, compulsively readable * Daily Mail *Sparkling and unpredictable * Elle *Smart stuff to race through * Sunday Mirror *Deliciously devious * Daily Express *Fun and feisty * Heat *Deliciously edgy * Good Housekeeping *Brilliant and original * Sun *Hilarious * Closer *Glorious -- Giovanna FletcherHugely compelling and unpredictable -- Ruth JonesWell-crafted, dryly funny * Red *

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF WORST IDEA EVER''A deftly plotted, witty tale of revenge. It''s a romcom with attitude'' MAIL ON SUNDAY''A fabulous gossipy read'' 5***** READER REVIEW_________Best friend, soulmate . . . backstabber?Amy thought she knew everything about her best friend Melissa.And she also thought she was about to marry the man of her dream.Until she discovers he has been having an affair . . . and Melissa is The Other Woman.In one disastrous weekend she has lost her home, her fiancé and her best friend.But instead of falling apart, she is determined to get her own back . . ._____________''It''s FABALISS. I was SO GRIPPED'' MARIAN KEYES''I couldn''t put it down'' 5***** READER REVIEW''Barbed, twisty and full of deliciously dry wit, this is smart stuff to race through'' SUNDAY Trade ReviewBrilliant, original, edgy and compulsively readable * Daily Mail *A deftly plotted, witty tale of revenge. It's a romcom with attitude - a perfect wicked pleasure to begin a new year of reading * Mail on Sunday *Barbed, twisty and full of deliciously dry wit, this is smart stuff to race through * Sunday Mirror *Enthralling * Best *I've just finished this . . . it's FABALISS. I was SO GRIPPED -- Marian Keyes * bestselling author of The Break *You will tear through this gripping tale of love, betrayal and the importance of fighting back * Sun *Jane Fallon superbly taps into our inner Avenger. A hugely compelling and unpredictable story about what happens when friendship goes wrong. It had me gasping out loud on several occasions. I loved it and just couldn't put it down! -- Ruth Jones * bestselling author of Never Greener *It's a deliciously wicked book and if you haven't read it . . . you should! -- Milly Johnson * bestselling author of The Queen of Wishful Thinking *What a glorious, heartfelt and enlightening book! -- Giovanna Fletcher * bestselling author of Some Kind of Wonderful *Great fun * Good Housekeeping *Before long events are spiralling drastically out of control -- Isabelle Broom * Heat *I raced through Jane Fallon's delicious new page-turner about friends behaving badly. It's unpredictable and feisty, with a lead character that's a long way from the average romantic heroine -- Jane Costello * bestselling author of Summer Nights at the Moonlight Hotel *Praise for Jane Fallon * - *Sparkling and unpredictable * Elle *Chick lit with an edge * Guardian *Compulsively readable * Daily Mail *Intelligent, edgy and witty * Glamour *Deliciously devious . . . A darkly comic and addictive read * Daily Express *Well-crafted, dryly funny * Red *Fun and feisty women's fiction at its very best * Heat *Jane Fallon injects a smart edge into the chick-lit genre * In Style *Deliciously edgy * Good Housekeeping *Gripping stuff . . . A great, intelligent read * Daily Mail *Witty, well observed * Heat *Brilliant and original * Sun *Absolutely brilliant * Closer *A hilarious page-turner * Yours *I love Fallon, she's in a category all of her own - her books are great fun and her characters are fabulous, believable women who take no nonsense -- Marian Keyes

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Book SynopsisPERFECT for fans of Roald Dahl.Think you know Dahl? Think again. There''s still a whole world of Dahl to discover in a newly collected book of his deliciously dark tales for adults . . . How underhand could you be to get what you want? In these ten tales of dark and twisted trickery Roald Dahl reveals that we are at our smartest and most cunning when we set out to deceive others - and, sometimes, even ourselves.Here, among others, you''ll read of the married couple and the parting gift which rocks their marriage, the light fingered hitch-hiker and the grateful motorist, and discover why the serious poacher keeps a few sleeping pills in his arsenal.Featuring extraordinary cover art by Charming Baker, whose paintings echo the dark and twisted world of Dahl''s short stories. Roald Dahl reveals even more about the darker side of human nature in seven other centenary editions: Lust, Madness, Cruelty, Deception, War, Innocence Trade ReviewThere's a whole world of Dahl still to discover in a newly collected book of his deliciously dark tales for adults . . . How underhand could you be to get what you want? In these ten tales of dark and twisted trickery Roald Dahl reveals that we are at our smartest and most cunning when we set out to deceive others - and, sometimes, even ourselves. * From the publisher's description *Trickery, is the most Dahlian of the lot . . . joyously anarchic stuff, the sort of adventure you hope adult life will be full of when you're a child -- James Marriott * The Times *The titles are wonderfully unsettling guide to the beloved children's author's preoccupations -- James Marriott * The Times *

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Book SynopsisPERFECT for fans of Roald Dahl.Think you know Dahl? Think again. Discover a collection of deliciously dark ghost stories for adults, picked by Dahl himself . . . Do you enjoy being scared? Featuring fourteen classic spine-chilling stories chosen by Roald Dahl, these terrible tales of ghostly goings-on will have you shivering with fear as you turn the pages.They include such timeless and haunting stories as Sheridan Le Fanu''s The Ghost of a Hand, Edith Wharton''s Afterward, Cynthia Asquith''s The Corner Shop and Mary Treadgold''s The Telephone. Featuring extraordinary cover art by Charming Baker, whose paintings echo the dark and twisted world of Dahl''s short stories. Roald Dahl reveals even more about the darker side of human nature in seven other centenary editions featuring his own stories: Lust, Madness, Cruelty, Deception, Trickery, Innocence and War.Trade ReviewA collection of deliciously dark ghost stories for adults, picked by Roald Dahl himself . . . Do you enjoy being scared? Featuring fourteen classic spine-chilling stories chosen by Roald Dahl, these terrible tales of ghostly goings-on will have you shivering with fear as you turn the pages. * From the publisher's description *Roald Dahl is one of the few writers I know whose work can accurately be described as addictive * Irish Times *The absolute master of the twist in the tale * Observer *

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Book SynopsisBe swept away with this breathtaking and beautifully written wartime romance set deep in the French Alps, from the bestselling author behind Channel 5''s Carol Drinkwater''s Secret Provence''A moving story of love and friendship'' KATE MOSSE''Each sentence shimmers'' MY WEEKLY''A virtual hug of a tale'' JOANNE HARRIS''Exciting, evocative'' DAILY MAIL''Emotional and moving'' FIONA VALPY''A beautiful book'' WOMAN & HOME, Historical Novels of the Year ________ France, 1943. Forced to flee war ravaged Poland, Sara and her parents are offered refuge in a beautiful but dilapidated house in the French Alps. It seems the perfect hideaway, despite haunting traces of the previous occupants who left in haste. But shadows soon fall over Sara''s blissful summer, and her blossoming romance with local villager Alain. As the Nazis close in, the Trade ReviewA lovely novel. A moving story of love and friendship with a wonderful sense of place -- Kate MosseAn exciting, evocative and beautifully written romance that views the war from an unusual angle * Daily Mail *Carol skilfully draws us in to the beautiful Alpes Maritimes region of France to tell the story of Sara, a Polish refugee who want to live her life her way. The writing is evocative and Sara's story is both moving and inspiring -- Sheila O'Flanagan, bestselling author of The Women Who Ran AwayA terrific story [...] skilfully written & heart-rending, we are pulled into the beauty and destruction of the French countryside in WW2, as a young Jewish girl discovers what matters in life & fights for her love & for freedom -- Miriam MargolyesA novel where the quality of the writing matches the intrigue of the story. An Act of Love is a beautiful book and the themes of displacement resonate with contemporary events * Woman & Home, Historical Novels of the Year *An outstanding and beautifully written story and one not to be missed. This compelling and meticulously researched WWII novel tells a part of history that should never be forgotten. Thoroughly recommend -- Shirley Dickson, author of The Lost ChildrenBeautifully written, each sentence provides atmosphere and shimmers in thought-provoking prose * My Weekly *An exciting, evocative and beautifully written romance that views the war from an unusual angle * Daily Mail *I loved An Act of Love: it's a virtual hug of a tale; warm, and engaging, and tender. Just what I needed -- Joanne Harris, Sunday Times bestselling authorRomantic, evocative and pulse-racingly dramatic, this novel views the war from an unusual and fascinating angle -- Wendy Holden, Sunday Times bestselling authorAn emotional and moving read. The beauty of the French landscape contrasts starkly with the fear and oppression of the war years in this story of love, loss and courage -- Fiona Valpy, bestselling author of The Beekeeper's PromiseDramatic and enthralling (...) will encourage emotions to dip and soar as it gives hope even in the darkness * LoveReading *Her detailed research and vivid characters bring an emotional depth to a novel that depicts poignantly a remarkable period of history. An Act of Love is an emotional and compelling novel about the power of first love and friendship . . . could be Drinkwater's best novel yet * Historical Novel Society *I enjoyed it very much. Her portrayal of damaged and fearful teenager is so good and believable ... I longed to be in France. It's her best -- Elizabeth Buchan, author of The Museum of Broken PromisesI loved reading An Act of Love. It kept me engaged, fascinated and eager to turn the pages ... It's a wonderful, enjoyable novel with courage and survival at its heart -- Elizabeth Chadwick, author of The Wild Hunt seriesA moving story of love, friendship and bravery that simply races along * Woman's Weekly *An evocative tale of courage and loss, of secrets and risk, in some of France's darkest days * France Magazine *Accomplished ... the narrative is beautifully paced and clever -- Anne Lucey, The Irish ExaminerIncluded in 'The Hot List' * Inside Soap *Praise for Carol Drinkwater * - *Secrets, tragedy, hidden pasts and family secrets - I loved thisPlenty of page-turning drama but also mouthwatering descriptions of Paris and Provence * Daily Mail *Carol Drinkwater's writing is like taking an amazing holiday in book formI was hooked from a start threaded with mystery and menace . . . The story kept me gripped as the past tragedy unfoldedCarol Drinkwater's writing is always guaranteed to sweep me off my feetEmotional and tenderly writtenBeautifully written, each sentence provides atmosphere and shimmers in thought-provoking prose * My Weekly *Carol Drinkwater writes with captivating eloquence . . . Full of secrets, tense moments and gorgeous descriptions * LoveReading *A great and compassionate writerAn emotionally charged, wartime story set in the French Alps . . . an evocative tale of courage and loss, of secrets and risk * France Magazine *

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