Contemporary Fiction Books

Book Synopsis''A yearning, tenderly bruising beauty of a book and a brilliant portrayal of friendship in the roaring noughties'' Rhik SamadderIt was a time of drinking too much and staying out all night.Of boozy al fresco dinners, sneaking into private clubs and midnight strolls on Hampstead Heath.It was a time of friendship, of falling in love and being young.A time when you felt that anything could happen.But the party can''t last forever, and for Joni and her friends, sunrise promises something darker than any of them could have imagined, as they face the one undeniable truth: it''s not if the party ends; it''s how.''A huge delight. I remained utterly gripped throughout'' Sofka Zinovieff, author of Putney''Engrossing . . . a powerful book with characters that will stay with you'' Heat''I loved Just for Today, a novel written by a young person about young people getting into the Trade Review'What a yearning, tenderly bruising beauty of a book. Generous, gorgeous and funny, it's a brilliant portrayal of friendship in the roaring noughties. When I finished, I was so bereft and impressed that I turned straight back to the beginning and started again' -- Rhik Samadder'Unputdownable. Totally wonderful' * Daisy Goodwin *'Engrossing . . . a powerful book with characters that will stay with you' * Heat *'An absolute page-turner of a coming-of-age story, a debut that pulls you in and doesn't let you go until the final page' * LoveReading *I was immediately pulled in with that wonderful feeling of "Ah, this is going to sail me along and provide huge delight." I longed to get back to it over the few days I read it and remained utterly gripped throughout -- Sofka Zinovieff, author of Putney

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Book Synopsis''Engrossing...a powerful book with characters that will stay with you'' **** Heat''What a yearning, tenderly bruising beauty of a book. Generous, gorgeous and funny'' Rhik Samadder''Unputdownable. Totally wonderful'' Daisy GoodwinThe party has to end sometimeIt all starts on New Year''s Eve. A night that has to be a success, whatever the cost. For Joni and her friends, it''ll be a party that promises all the high stakes and glamour of any other, but by sunrise they''ll be dealing with something darker than the usual post-party comedown. Not that they let this stand in their way. For this is their year to revel in all that the playground of London has to offer: sneaking into places they shouldn''t, breaking every rule, falling in love with the wrong people. All the while avoiding one undeniable truth: it''s not if the party ends, it''s how.JUST FOR TODAYTrade Review'What a yearning, tenderly bruising beauty of a book. Generous, gorgeous and funny, it's a brilliant portrayal of friendship in the roaring noughties. When I finished, I was so bereft and impressed that I turned straight back to the beginning and started again' -- Rhik Samadder'Unputdownable. Totally wonderful' * Daisy Goodwin *'Engrossing . . . a powerful book with characters that will stay with you' * Heat *'An absolute page-turner of a coming-of-age story, a debut that pulls you in and doesn't let you go until the final page' * LoveReading *I was immediately pulled in with that wonderful feeling of "Ah, this is going to sail me along and provide huge delight." I longed to get back to it over the few days I read it and remained utterly gripped throughout -- Sofka Zinovieff, author of Putney

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Book Synopsis''It''s like a warm hug!'' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''This is the kind of book I''d love to read over and over again!'' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''I devoured it in one day'' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Fantastic book, I loved it . . . the characters, the settings, the story, all of it!'' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐WILL SWITCHING LIVES BRING TWO SISTERS TOGETHER OR PUSH THEM APART FOREVER?Twins Katy and Rachel don''t know much about each other''s lives anymore.Rachel thinks that Katy is a high-flying event planner in London, while Katy thinks that Rachel lives in idyllic marital bliss in the countryside.Each sister believes the other has created a perfect life - but the truth is that neither twin has the life she pTrade ReviewA properly uplifting read . . . [a] wonderful, joyous tale of self-growth and forgiveness, complete with a perfect measure of romance too * Pernille Hughes *My favourite Olivia Beirne book yet. It's funny, heart-warming, brilliantly written and such a compelling story. I can't praise it enough, it's perfect summer reading. * Lucy Vine *Olivia is an assured writer with great comic timing * Sheila O'Flanagan *A brilliant read - a story of love, friendship and family, whose characters you will fall in love with immediately! * Emily Houghton *Olivia's books always make me laugh out loud and her latest is no exception. I LOVED it. * Emma Cooper *I loved House Swap - it's a heart-warming story of sisterhood in several forms * Zoe Folbigg *A beautiful story about second-chances, self-discovery and sisterhood - I absolutely loved it. Olivia has that special knack of making you laugh out loud on one page, and shed a tear on the next. I can't wait to see what she does next. * Hannah Tovey *Olivia has written the definition of an uplifting book * Abigail Mann *A funny, poignant and uplifting story that shows just how much you can learn about yourself from somebody else's life * Julietta Henderson *

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Book Synopsis''Wow! [This book] has it all - a terrific new character, devious twists, plenty of action and one hell of an ending'' JONATHAN MABERRY, New York Times bestselling author of Ink and RageAngels walk among us, but so do other unearthly beings in this brand-new series by the international bestselling author of the Anita Blake and Merry Gentry series. Meet Detective Zaniel Havelock, a man with the special ability to communicate directly with angels.A former trained Angel speaker, he devoted his life to serving both the celestial beings and his fellow humans with his gift, but a terrible betrayal compelled him to leave that life behind. Now he''s a cop who is still working on the side of angels. But where there are angels, there are also demons.There''s no question that there''s evil at work when he''s called in to examine the murder scene of a college student - but is it just the evil that one human being can do to a

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Book Synopsis*THE INSTANT SATURDAY TIMES TOP 10 BESTSELLER**A PANDORA SYKES/FANE BOOK CLUB PICK**AS FEATURED ON BBC R4 OPEN BOOK***Pre-order Bobby Palmer''s spellbinding new novel, SMALL HOURS, now**''A tender story of love, grief and the transformative power of friendship'' GUARDIAN''Truly one of the most beautiful stories you''ll ever read'' JOANNA CANNON''Unique and tender'' PANDORA SYKES ''An arresting debut novel about grief, but in the most wonderfully oblique way'' REVEREND RICHARD COLESHeartbreaking and heart-stealing, this modern-day fable is an unforgettable novel about sorrow, joy, friendship and love.It is early. A young man stands on a bridge and lets out a heart-wrenching scream. From deep in the woods, something screams back. It sounds improbable. But this is how Isaac meets the egg. The two are unlikely companions. But their chance encounter will transforTrade ReviewTruly one of the most beautiful stories you'll ever read -- Joanna CannonI laughed, I cried, I sat quietly and thought about what I'd read . . . a future classic -- Clare MackintoshI read it in one breath . . . true and tragic and funny and hopeful and big - big enough somehow to contain all of our stories and all of our lives inside it -- Joanna GlenThis book is just magic -- Kate SawyerA mad, sad, funny debut -- Patrick GaleA tender, funny and surprising meditation on grief and hope . . . like nothing I've ever read before * Stylist *Heart-wrenching yet oddly soothing, this is utterly beautiful * PRIMA 'Book of the Month' *Sublime -- Bryony GordonAn extraordinary story . . . brimming with magic and - perhaps most importantly - hope * Glamour *A mesmerising debut, capturing everything that's funny and sad about real life -- David WhitehouseA mesmerising debut, capturing everything that's funny and sad about real life * Sunday Independent *Truly one of the most beautiful stories you'll ever read -- Joanna CannonThis novel will be everywhere. A mad, sad, funny debut -- Patrick GaleI laughed, I cried, I sat quietly and thought about what I'd read . . . a future classic -- Clare MackintoshIt's rare a book makes such an impact on me -- Ruth HoganThis book is just magic -- Kate SawyerA strange, funny, adventurous novel which will stay with me for a long time -- Mark WatsonI read it in one breath. Then I couldn't quite work out what had happened to me, but whatever it was, it was true and tragic and funny and hopeful and big - big enough somehow to contain all of our stories and all of our lives inside it -- Joanna GlenAn extraordinary story . . . brimming with magic and - perhaps most importantly - hope * Glamour *A mesmerising debut, capturing everything that's funny and sad about real life -- David WhitehouseA bold, beautiful undertaking -- Poorna BellFunny, sad, surreal, life-affirming . . . I too would like an egg -- Kasim AliBizarre, beautiful and like nothing else I've ever read -- Annie LordOne of the most inventive, funny and moving things you'll ever read -- Richard RoperVery moving and clever and the writing is beautiful . . . Although it starts with a death and darkness, it's a story of hope and embracing newness -- Justin Myers, the GuylinerA beautiful book . . . joyful, splendidly odd and ultimately profound -- Lizzie Pook

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Book Synopsis ''No one understands the beauty of quiet moments in romance quite like Kelly'' ALISON COCHRUN''Kelly never fails to bring the perfect combination of humor, swoons, and grounded emotion'' Timothy Janovsky''I can''t get enough of Anita Kelly''s writing'' Ava WilderChemistry sizzles in this workplace rom-com set in the world of high school basketball from the author of Love & Other Disasters, named a must-read by USA Today, PopSugar, SheReads, and Harper''s Bazaar. ____________________When a smart-mouthed junior joins East Nashville High''s basketball team, Coach Julie Parker''s ready for the challenge. What she''s not prepared for is the teen''s new foster parent, a super-hot ex-WNBA baller and star of Julie''s fantasies. Julie knows the cool and confident Elle Cochrane is way out of her league. But despite being completely tongue-tied around her, somehow Julie persuades Elle to step in as her

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Book SynopsisA message meant for another. A love meant only for her. If you love Holly Miller's The Sight of You, Rebecca Serle's In Five Years and Nicholas Sparks, you won't want to miss the breathtaking love story of the year that will grip your heart in every way. What early readers are saying about The Last Message: 'This book completely wrecked me! It was so good and it captivated me. It was perfect! I was absolutely entranced with this . . . 5 star read!' NetGalley review 'Stunning, beautiful, heartwrenching, heartwarming, uplifting and joyful. This book is everything. Don't miss reading this one. Put it on the top of all your lists' NetGalley review 'Gosh this was a story and a half . . . Loved it. A perfect curl-up-on-the-sofa book' NetGalley review 'Great, great, great - I am giving it a lot of love . . . read this one! An intense, emotional and utterly comp

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Book SynopsisTHE TOP 10 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER''Vintage Jill Mansell, this is a real ray of sunshine'' FabulousLove, friendship and secrets revealed as the sun beats down on dazzling blue Cornish seas . . .It''s set to be a perfect day - until the chauffeur is asked to keep driving the bride around the church. This wedding definitely isn''t going as planned.Lottie is a guest at the wedding when she sees Max. No kiss has ever matched the last one they shared fifteen years ago. They were on the brink of a beautiful love story, until a shocking event tore them apart. Now here he is, still ridiculously good-looking, teasing Lottie in the old way - and that overwhelming electric attraction is back. But Max is way out of bounds.Freya owes Cameron everything. But she doesn''t love him. Which is a shame, because they''re about to be married.Ruby has been the perfect wife. When she discovers the truth about her husTrade ReviewI loved it. It has all the ingredients of a wonderful Jill novel, a lovely seaside town, community, new arrivals, twists and turns and fabulously satisfying ending. I devoured it like a huge slice of celebratory wedding cake! And left me wanting more -- Jo ThomasA delicious treat . . . Mansell doesn't shy away from suffusing The Wedding of the Year with an uplifting, joyous essence * My Weekly *A fun, witty romcom with a lot of heart * Woman & Home *Jill Mansell is the queen of romantic, witty and heartwarming novels . . . Uplifting and romantic, it's astory to devour this winter, set against a beautiful Cornish backdrop and spilling over with the feel-good factor. Jill Mansell has served up another delicious treat -- Anne Cater * Sunday Express *Vintage Jill Mansell, this is a real ray of sunshine * Fabulous *Three tales intertwine in this delightful romcom * Woman's Own *With a beautiful seaside setting - it's a guaranteed spirit-lifter * Best *

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Book SynopsisIn one new volume, an irresistible collection of stories from two previous works, SMILE and CHANGING BABIES, with additional stories, previously unpublished in book form.''What informs Moggach''s excellent stories is not just the exactness of her observation, but the quality of warmth and affection'' Sunday Times From swimming on Hampstead Heath to house-sitting with troublesome dogs, or illicit afternoon trysts in Soho to pedicures in Florence with recalcitrant teenagers, this collection of short stories includes some previously unpublished in book form, and covers the gamut of human nature - our foibles, our loves, our desires, hopes, ambitions and failures. Rich in observation and speckled with a delicious dark humour, FOOL FOR LOVE: THE SELECTED SHORT STORIES confirms Deborah Moggach''s place as one of our finest observers of human life.<Trade ReviewQuirky, sassy, well-crafted...Moggach at her best * TLS *What informs Moggach's excellent stories is not just the exactness of her observation, but the quality of warmth and affection * Sunday Times *'She writes unflinchingly about family life, divorce, children, and the ups and downs of relationships' * Independent *

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Book Synopsis''This was a FANTASTIC book, I will not forget this one for a loooooooooong time and if ever . . . a MUST READ!'' Real Reader ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''I SWALLOWED THIS BOOK WHOLE. Devoured it. Could not put it down . . . fast paced, twisty and kept me guessing'' Real Reader ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ''ENGROSSING. I couldn''t believe that i was reading a debut novel'' Real Reader ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''What an awesome fast-paced popcorn thriller!! This would be a REALLY good tv series'' Real Reader ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ''An unputdownable thriller with nonstop twists and turns'' Real Reader ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐THEY SAY YOUR BABY DOESN''T EXIST. BUT YOU KNOW HE DOES. DON''T YOU?_______WHAT IF EVERYONE YOU LOVE IS LYING TO YOU?When Megan wakes up in a hos

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Book SynopsisThe life-affirming and unforgettable new novel from the author of Lost for Words'A delightful and original concept about how a second hand bookshop can heal a community' Katie Fforde'What a lovely book - so assured and gentle, full of compassion and replete with astute observations of human nature and behaviour' Carys Bray'A really moving read - with great book recommendations included, too!' My Weekly Loveday Cardew's beloved Lost for Words bookshop, along with the rest of York, has fallen quiet. At the very time when people most need books to widen their horizons, or escape from their fears, or enhance their lives, the doors are closed. Then the first letter comes. Rosemary and George have been married for fifty years. Now their time is running out. They have decided to set out on their last journey togethTrade ReviewA delightful and original concept about how a second hand bookshop can heal a community * Katie Fforde *The perfect book to curl up with . . . It's heartwarming, emotional and full of kindness. A lovely and life-affirming novel * Sara Nisha Adams *'What a lovely book - so assured and gentle, full of compassion and replete with astute observations of human nature and behaviour' * Carys Bray *'Absolutely gorgeous . . . compelling, compassionate' * Sarah Franklin *'Beautifully captures all the small kindnesses and frustrations of a community under lockdown . . . cathartic and life-affirming' * Kate Mascarenhas *'What an absolute pleasure . . . a perfect follow-up to Lost for Words' * Shelley Harris *A really moving read - with great book recommendations included, too! * My Weekly *A really moving read - with great book recommendations included, too! * My Weekly *

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Book SynopsisONE OF THE TIMES'' FAVOURITE NOVELS OF 2023The first epic novel in THE GLORIOUS YEARS series from the two times winner of the prestigious Prix-Goncourt''You have the ingredients Balzac would have cooked with. And it is exactly those great 19th century novels that Lemaitre will remind you of'' Sunday TimesThe Pelletiers are a prominent French family living in Beirut, dominated by Louis, who has built a hugely successful business manufacturing artisanal soaps. Louis has three sons, but none seems to have the aptitude for commerce he desires.There''s Jean, the eldest, a feckless man who is both lazy and weak. When his ambitious wife suggests a move to France, he jumps at the chance for escape - for Jean has a secret that no-one must ever uncover. Etienne is the youngest son, who travels to Saigon looking for love, and there uncovers financial corruption and violence linked to the very highest officials - evidenTrade ReviewThe Wide World is one of his best . . . Compellingly plotted, stuffed with great characters, thought-provokingly situated in history * The Times *Pierre Lemaitre skilfully captivates and stuns the reader * Le Figaro Litteraire *Storytelling with never a dull moment * Le Figaro *Lemaitre casts his net wide, skilfully contrasting the vibrancy, exoticism and dangerous excitement of Saigon and Beirut in the years after the second world war with the drab, careworn city that Paris has become * Financial Times *

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Book Synopsis''Impossible to put down'' Laura Dave''Utterly unforgettable'' Sally Hepworth*THE GRIPPING NEW THRILLER FROM NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR KIMBERLY McCREIGHT*Ten years after graduation, a group of friends reunite in a remote estate in upstate New York. It isn''t a bachelor party, as they''ve led one of their friends to believe, but an intervention for an escalating drug addiction. They lost one member of their friendship group in college, and they''ll do anything to make sure that doesn''t happen again. . .But from the moment they arrive, something doesn''t feel right. And with so much shared history between old friends, it''s inevitable that a secret or two will slip out over the weekend.And one of them will lead to murder.From New York Times bestselling author Kimberly McCreight comes Friends Like

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Book Synopsis*FEATURING THE CHARACTERS YOU LOVED IN THE BOOKISH LIFE OF NINA HILL!*From the author of The Bookish Life of Nina Hill comes a story about friends who become our chosen family, proving that, even as adults, we all need help from time time. . . Perfect for fans of Marian Keyes and Nina Stibbe.''GORGEOUS'' Marian Keyes''Like a big slab of your favourite cake in book form'' Libby PageWhen Laura Costello arrives in downtown Los Angeles, her life has somewhat fallen apart.Her apartment building has caught fire, her engagement to her high school sweetheart has been broken off, and she''s just been caught in a rare LA downpour and has no dry clothes.But when she seeks shelter in Nina Hill''s local neighbourhood bookshop, she finds herself introduced to the people who will become her new family. And as Laura becomes fri

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Book Synopsis''Filled with Christmassy vibes and romance . . . a fabulous and uplifting romance perfect to snuggle up with'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐Pour yourself a mug of hot cocoa and settle in with this cosy festive read, perfect for fans of Beth Moran and Sarah Morgan!-----The clock is ticking, and getting their happily ever after might just take a miracle...EIGHT DAYS BEFORE THE WEDDINGHannah is stuck - in South Devon and her dead-end job. But when her estranged father dies, she suddenly finds herself in Tel Aviv. With only her insufferable - yet irritatingly sexy - host for company, can she pick up the pieces of her father''s life and make it home in time for her cousin''s wedding?FOUR DAYS BEFORE THE WEDDINGMore preoccupied with securing her dream job writing for an iconic fashion magazine, Rachel is already a distracted bride. But when an article unlocks a long-held family Trade ReviewSara's debut novel is hilarious and has a huge heart. We have a new rom-com queen! -- Shaparak Khorsandi, author of Scatter BrainWarm and funny with characters you can't help but fall for, this is the perfect book to curl up with this winter -- Emily Stone, author of Always in DecemberA big-hearted and hilarious debut, Sara's joyous characters and sparkling humour make this the perfect festive read! I adored it. -- Catherine Walsh, author of Holiday RomanceWarm, witty and sparkly . . . it's a treat -- Holly Smale, author of The Cassandra ComplexBeautifully written and hilarious, I adored this book! -- Joanna Bolouri, author of Driving Home for ChristmasA story of complicated family dynamics, missed opportunities, and festive optimism . . . sharp, tender and twisty! -- Justin Myers, author of The Fake UpThe ultimate feel good rom-com . . . just gorgeous! -- Claire Allan, author of Her Name Was RoseA brilliantly crafted rom-com which delivers all the feels. Witty, fizzy, sparkly and fun . . . a relatable, hilarious, holiday season spectacular -- Lizzy Dent, author of The Summer JobA fresh take on festive fiction . . . subtle, sharp and well-crafted . . . it's the three protagonists who will make you fall in love with Eight Bright Lights * MyWeekly *

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Book Synopsis''A wonderfully atmospheric and deeply unsettling novel, full of images so vivid they seem to leap off the page. Worsley''s fiction is something to savour'' Sarah Waters''A rich, wonderfully uneasy pleasure. Exquisitely written and deeply original, with secrets that are tightly layered, always surprising and teased out with impressive control'' Bethan Roberts, author of My PolicemanWorn out by poverty, Lettie Radley and her miner husband Tommy grasp at the offer of their very own smallholding - part of a Government scheme to put the unemployed back to work on the land. When she comes down to Essex to join him, it''s not Tommy who greets her, but their new neighbours. Overbearing and unkempt, Jean and Adam Dell are everything that the smart, spirited, aspirational Lettie can''t abide.As Lettie settles in, she finds an unexpected joy in the rhythms of life on the smallholding. She''s hopeful that her past, and the terrible secret Tommy has Trade ReviewA wonderfully atmospheric and deeply unsettling novel, full of images so vivid they seem to leap off the page. Worsley's fiction is something to savour -- Sarah WatersA rich, wonderfully uneasy pleasure. Exquisitely written and deeply original, with secrets that are tightly layered, always surprising and teased out with impressive control -- Bethan RobertsWith slow, quiet intent Kate Worsley builds a tense atmosphere of looming horror. This book demands to be savoured, even as it clamours to be devoured * The Times *Kate Worsley has a wonderfully fertile imagination. She writes for the senses: the touch of soil; the taste of a home remedy; the whiff of decay. Her wily prose curls around the story she is telling, like a creeper -- Katie WardBeguiling, and written with a piercing eye for style. It burrows under the surface of the rural idyll, exposing a shadowy hinterland -- Eva DolanA spellbinding evocation of the rural uncanny. In deceptively sensual prose Kate Worsley eviscerates the idyll of the smallholding and lays bare the vicious desperation of characters pitted against the elements and themselves * Sarah Bower *I loved the brooding suspense of Foxash - both the unspoken and the fear of speaking dominate its claustrophobic setting. Worsley takes us into a revelatory and revisionist corner of the Twentieth Century. * Jonathan Myerson *Foxash almost pulses with the force of its telling; the prose is lush, with a feverish, seething, darkly erotic edge. All that ripens, soon rots, and what rots must be hidden. What a story Worsley has conjured * Guinevere Glasfurd-Brown *

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Book SynopsisNew friendship is just a stay away . . .''Heart-warming, uplifting and utterly sweet, this book certainly lives up to its sunny name''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''What a truly stunning read this book is . . . Heart-warming and beautifully written''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''Books like this make me realise again why I love reading''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''Would recommend this series and can''t wait for book 4 later in the year!!''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''I love this book. I have read the others in the series but I think this is my favourite so far''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''Just a wonderful lovely sweet book''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ rea

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Book Synopsis''With slow, quiet intent Kate Worsley builds a tense atmosphere of looming horror. This book demands to be savoured, even as it clamours to be devoured'' Times''A wonderfully atmospheric and deeply unsettling novel, full of images so vivid they seem to leap off the page. Worsley''s fiction is something to savour'' Sarah WatersWorn out by poverty, Lettie Radley and her miner husband Tommy grasp at the offer of their very own smallholding - part of a 1030s Government scheme to put the unemployed back to work on the land. When she comes down to Essex to join him, her new neighbours greet her. Overbearing and unkempt, Jean and Adam Dell are everything that the smart, spirited, aspirational Lettie can''t abide.As Lettie settles in, she''s hopeful that her past, and the terrible secret Tommy has come to Foxash to escape, are far behind them. But the Dells have their own secrets. And as the seasons change, and a man comes knocking at thTrade ReviewA wonderfully atmospheric and deeply unsettling novel, full of images so vivid they seem to leap off the page. Worsley's fiction is something to savour -- Sarah WatersA rich, wonderfully uneasy pleasure. Exquisitely written and deeply original, with secrets that are tightly layered, always surprising and teased out with impressive control -- Bethan RobertsWith slow, quiet intent Kate Worsley builds a tense atmosphere of looming horror. This book demands to be savoured, even as it clamours to be devoured * The Times *Kate Worsley has a wonderfully fertile imagination. She writes for the senses: the touch of soil; the taste of a home remedy; the whiff of decay. Her wily prose curls around the story she is telling, like a creeper -- Katie WardBeguiling, and written with a piercing eye for style. It burrows under the surface of the rural idyll, exposing a shadowy hinterland -- Eva DolanA spellbinding evocation of the rural uncanny. In deceptively sensual prose Kate Worsley eviscerates the idyll of the smallholding and lays bare the vicious desperation of characters pitted against the elements and themselves * Sarah Bower *I loved the brooding suspense of Foxash - both the unspoken and the fear of speaking dominate its claustrophobic setting. Worsley takes us into a revelatory and revisionist corner of the Twentieth Century. * Jonathan Myerson *Foxash almost pulses with the force of its telling; the prose is lush, with a feverish, seething, darkly erotic edge. All that ripens, soon rots, and what rots must be hidden. What a story Worsley has conjured * Guinevere Glasfurd-Brown *

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Book Synopsis''A stunning writer and a brilliant transporting experience'' Lisa Taddeo, bestselling author of Three Women and Animal''Sensorial as hell... An ode to funky wine labels, good taste, and true inspiration, Francesca Giacco has penned a stunningly cool and stylish debut'' Paul Beatty, Man Booker Prize winning author of The Sellout''If Sally Rooney and Frances Mayes co-wrote a novel in an Airbnb near the Spanish Steps, it might read something like Six Days in Rome'' David Ebershoff, bestselling author of The Danish Girl--Emilia, an artist, arrives in Rome alone. What was supposed to be a romantic trip has, with the sudden end of her relationship, become a solitary one.Six days lie ahead. She wanders the streets, surrendering herself to the music, food and beauty of the city.But when she meets John, an American living out a seemingly idyllic existence in Rome, their instTrade ReviewFrancesca Giacco is a stunning writer and Six Days in Rome is a brilliant transporting experience-a novel about belonging with heart and heat; a gorgeous and literary holiday -- Lisa TaddeoSensorial as hell . . .an ode to funky wine labels, good taste, and true inspiration, Francesca Giacco has penned a stunningly cool and stylish debut -- Paul BeattyIf Sally Rooney and Frances Mayes co-wrote a novel in an Airbnb near the Spanish Steps, it might read something like Six Days in Rome. Smart, keenly observed, and deeply felt, this is a book for anyone who's ever journeyed abroad to find themselves -- David EbershoffOne of the 'Best Beach Reads of 2022': a 'sensual novel of rage, heartbreak, and desire' * Harper's Bazaar *Giacco's rendering of collecting pieces of a shattered heart is relatable and encouraging . . . But an even greater draw is the feeling that just under a week in Italy really is included in the cover price * Glamour *Giacco's debut is an intimate, entertaining, clear-eyed evocation of a disillusioned young female artist's coming of age amongst the ruins of Rome and like her heart-broken narrator, very good company -- Elissa SchappellA masterful debut - a literary travelogue that maps both the internal and external, capturing the intimate fireworks of heartbreak and the endless question of identity, alongside the sumptuous backdrop of Rome. Francesca Giacco has written a novel as artful as it is affecting -- Adrienne BrodeurElegant . . . Upscale escapism * Kirkus *Sensual and deliberately paced . . . Giacco revels in her setting, providing rich descriptions of the streets, food, and people Emilia encounters . . . Sumptuously written * Publishers Weekly *

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Book Synopsis''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ I HAD THE BEST TIME READING THIS BOOK AND IF IT DOESN''T END UP BEING A NETFLIX SERIES I AM GOING TO BE VERY DISAPPOINTED BECAUSE IT''S PERFECT!!!!!!'' ''Immersive, cinematic, and exquisitely fun! The perfect debut'' Ali Hazelwood''Escapism at its finest. This book will swallow you right up and keep you awake until you turn the last page'' Elena ArmasCRAZY RICH ASIANS meets THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA, with a dash of GOSSIP GIRL, in this dazzling debut novel._________Samantha Song has always dreamed of having her own by-line in a high-society magazine. But the death of her father and the constant struggle to help her mum make ends meet make it feel like a distant fantasy. Instead, she works at a drab PR firm and lives vicariously through her socialite co-worker Anya Chen. Then she meets Timothy Kingston: the disillusioned so

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Book Synopsis''Master of the jaw-dropping twist'' S MAGAZINE''Dark, gritty and on trend. A brilliant read'' SUN ''An edge-of-your-seat thriller that''ll keep you guessing right until the end, get this to the top of your reading pile'' HEATPlease take care of my baby. But don''t try to find me. You''ll put him in danger. x Profiler and therapist Kez Lanyon is shocked when she finds a baby on the backseat of her car, with an unsigned note asking her to take care of him. Kez has a pretty good idea who the mother is - Brandee, a popular social media star with a troubled background, who once lived in Kez''s house. Brandee recently dropped out of the limelight and if the internet rumours are true, Kez knows Brandee''s life is in danger. Kez is torn. Should she simply take care of the baby as she''s been asked, or should she risk her whole family by using contacts from her previous job to save this youTrade ReviewAnother fantastic emotional thriller from the author of The Ice Cream Girls and Tell Me Your Secret * Woman's Weekly *Another fantastic emotional thriller from the author of The Ice Cream Girls and Tell Me Your Secret * Woman's Weekly *Praise for Dorothy KoomsonA brilliant rollercoaster of a thriller about obsessive love and hidden secrets. Tense, twisty and unputdownable -- Claire DouglasThe very definition of a page-turner, it's suburban noir at its finest -- Harriet TyceJust like Desperate Housewives, but even darker and more devious * Woman & Home *An expertly-crafted rollercoaster of a novel that had me gripped from the beginning -- Jendella BensonQueen of the killer hook line and master of the jaw-dropping twist * S Magazine *Another delightfully twisty thriller from the Queen of the Big Reveal * Heat *Koomson hooks us from the very first page * Refinery29 *Another superb thriller from one of our favourite authors * Bella *Dark and compelling . . . prepare for revelations aplenty! * Fabulous *Written with verve and insight * Stylist *

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Book Synopsis''The suspense was NON-STOP. Every page needed to be turned. Every WORD needed to be read. READ. THIS. BOOK.'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''OMG!!! AWESOME READ!!'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐SHE''S BEEN TAKEN. AND IT''S ALL YOUR FAULT.''Riveting suspense'' COLLEEN HOOVERRainy lives at the top of Tiger Mountain. It''s a sanctuary - a new life where she can hide from her disturbing past.When she reluctantly agrees to a girls'' weekend in Vegas, she''s prepared for an exhausting parade of shots and slot machines. But on their first night, one of the women doesn''t come back to the hotel room.Then Rainy gets a message. Someone has her friend but Rainy is who they really want, and she knows why. Now, the only way to save her friend is to step back into the past.From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Tarryn Fisher comes a seething, gut-p

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Book SynopsisIf you love Holly Martin, Sarah Morgan and Jill Shalvis, you''ll love Jaci Burton!''Always sexy, romantic and charming'' JILL SHALVIS''The characters leap off the page and the romance sparkles'' Romantic TimesA millionaire and a woman who thinks he''s a house flipper are stuck living together with a menagerie of rescue dogs, in this heartfelt romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton.After her ex took all their money and bailed, Hazel Bristow is left broke and homeless. A friend whose home is on the market lets Hazel and her foster dogs stay there until it sells. It''s the perfect setup, until her friend forgets to tell Hazel she''s sold the house! Linc Kennedy is shocked to find Hazel squatting in the house he just bought, but after some negotiating, he agrees she can stay while he''s renovating the place. Linc tells Hazel he''s an investor who renovates homes for fun-but having been burned in t

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Book Synopsis''Razor-sharp . . . Biting and compulsive'' GRAZIAI clean the offices and bathrooms and lobby five nights a week, but my actual job is to take care of everyone. They need so much help.At night, in a corporate office block in an unnamed metropolitan city, a cleaner begins her shift. As she cleans Sad Intern''s desk, she throws away some of her more alarming health supplements, and leaves her healthy snacks instead. Mr Buff''s desk is immaculate, but he seems to have a secret smoking habit - not conducive to his fitness journey - which she''s going to help him kick. She confiscates the knitted coaster that attractive, sensitive Yarn Guy has given to Cola Woman - someone who clips her nails in the office doesn''t deserve his gifts. But tonight, while scrolling through your emails, she''ll discover the secret you''ve been hiding - the one that will threaten her job, and the jobs of everyone she takes care of. And you''re about Trade ReviewA darkly funny tale. * RED Magazine *Razor-sharp ... biting and compulsive. * Grazia *[A] compulsively readable workplace satire. * The iPaper *A darkly funny, off-beat read. * Heat Magazine *You'll never leave your desk drawer unlocked overnight again. * Financial Times *A sharp and toothy portrait of a life devoted to the convenience of others . . . Cleaner skilfully satirizes the work-place novel, offering cutting insights on the hypocrisy and empty ambitions of grind culture. -- Isle McElroy, author of PEOPLE COLLIDE and THE ATMOSPHERIANSBrandi Wells's Cleaner is a fantastic office novel, a keen evocation of our deep desire for dignity in the workplace and for recognition of a job well done. It's also a smart thriller about what the essential workers you choose not to see might right now be thinking about you-and a sharp reminder that you ignore the people upon whom your good life depends at your own peril. -- Matt Bell, author of APPLESEEDWhat a total delight it is to roam this (almost) empty building with Brandi Wells' cleaner who is always peering (and neatening) the surfaces of people's lives and finding so much depth in there to mess with - Here's a new and key addition to office fiction and a thrilling debut novel by a propulsive voice. -- Aimee Bender, author of THE BUTTERFLY LAMPSHADEThe most richly crafted delusion of a novel since Ottessa Moshfegh's Eileen. I couldn't put it down - an exquisite novel! -- Sarah Rose Etter, author of RIPEBrandi Wells has created a biting, witty, pitch-perfect novel about one woman's desire to connect with her office co-workers - the only problem is, she cleans the office during the night and they work during the day. Cleaner is funny, slyly moving, and totally weirdly wonderful, and Brandi Wells is a gloriously bold writer. I adored it. -- Annie Hartnett, author of RABBIT CAKE and UNLIKELY ANIMALSSuspenseful, obsessive, and scalpel-sharp, Cleaner is an ultra-vivid and profound parable of contemporary work life imbued with the soft blue glow of a middle manager's computer screen at night. In other words, Wells brilliantly documents all the ways we make each other feel small and unseen at the workplace (and the tactics we may use to dismantle these hierarchies) in this electrifying, singular debut. -- Patrick Cottrell, author of SORRY TO DISRUPT THE PEACEWelcome to the office building at night, an eerie and yet totally mundane ship helmed by one woman desperate for connection and valiantly, perhaps delusionally, striving for meaning in her work. Brandi Wells' Cleaner is laugh out loud funny, but its project of validating unseen labor is totally serious. This is a book that celebrates humanity, even while tearing down the corporate culture that denies it in the drollest and wittiest of ways. -- Julia Fine, author of MADDALENA AND THE DARKThere are people who pass unnoticed, but who nevertheless quietly shape the worlds that others occupy. Cleaner is about one such person, about someone who, secretly, without being detected, subtly tugs on the strings that remain unseen to so many others, changing lives that even after the fact often don't know who or what has changed them. Cleaner is a clever portrait that scrapes away the slick veneer of the everyday to reveal the rough grain of the wood beneath. -- Brian Evenson, author of LAST DAYSIs it just office trash or the ephemera of a life? Bursting from the cleaning closet of meditative workplace novels like Nicholson Baker's Mezzanine, Wells masterfully invites the reader into the beating heart of a workplace, uncovering secrets, fantasies, and sorrows with every cleaned cubicle and vacuumed hallway. An unflinchingly honest and often fanciful mediation on people through the lens of an invisible worker who clocks in after five. -- Sequoia Nagamatsu, author of HOW HIGH WE DO IN THE DARKA sharply observed offbeat gem of a novel. A book that has you questioning what the mess you leave behind says about you . . . -- Asia Mackay, author of KILLING IT'Unsettling, with a smart, satisfying ending.' * Daily Mail *I absolutely loved this offbeat, bold and witty novel that skewers corporate culture and shines a light on the overlooked and under-appreciated hands that keep the world turning. -- Holly Seddon, author of THE SHORT STRAW

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Book SynopsisSecond in epic new fantasy series of mystery, prophecy and death within the ancient walled city of Sharakhai, home to the Twelve Kings . . .Trade ReviewTwelve Kings in Sharakhai is the gateway to what promises to be an intricate and exotic tale. The characters are well defined and have lives and histories that extend past the boundaries of the plot. The culture is well fleshed out and traditional gender roles are exploded. Çeda and Emre share a relationship seldom explored in fantasy, one that will be tried to the utmost as similar ideals provoke them to explore different paths. I expect that this universe will continue to expand in Beaulieu's skillful prose. Wise readers will hop on this train now, as the journey promises to be breathtaking -- Robin Hobb * author of The Assassin’s Apprentice *The protagonist, pit-fighter Çeda, is driven but not cold, and strong but not shallow. And the initial few scenes of violence and sex, while very engaging, soon give way to a much richer plot. Beaulieu is excellent at keeping a tight rein on the moment-to-moment action and building up the tension and layers of mysteries - (9/10 Rating) * SciFiNow *I am impressed... An exceedingly inventive story in a lushly realized dark setting that is not your uncle's Medieval Europe. I'll be looking forward to the next installment -- Glen Cook * author of The Black Company *Bradley P. Beaulieu's new fantasy epic is filled with memorable characters, enticing mysteries, and a world so rich in sensory detail that you can feel the desert breeze in your hair as you read. Çeda is hands-down one of the best heroines in the genre-strong, resourceful, and fiercely loyal to friends and family. Fantasy doesn't get better than this! -- C. S. Friedman * author of The Coldfire Trilogy *Exotic, sumptuous and incredibly entertaining, Beaulieu has created memorable characters in a richly imagined world -- Michael J. Sullivan * author of The Riyria Chronicles *Beaulieu's fantasy worlds are well-imagined and richly drawn...the kind you want to keep visiting * Kirkus Speculative Reading List for September 2015 *Twelve Kings is the best new Epic Fantasy I've read in years -- Mark Yon * SFFWorld *A memorable heroine, a poetically told tale of revenge, and superb world-building make Twelve Kings in Sharakhai a splendid read -- John Marco * author of The Jackal of Nar and The Eyes of God *Bradley Beaulieu has crafted a rich, fascinating world, filled it with compelling characters, and blended them into an epic tale that grabbed my attention on the first page and refused to let go. I look forward to more stories of Sharakhai -- David B. Coe/D.B. Jackson * author of Rules of Ascension and Thieftaker *It's hard to take a desert novel and not draw comparisons to Dune, but Beaulieu manages to create a rich, totally individual world, teeming with wonders and wondrous characters. Çeda and Emre and their relationship rings true and draws the reader on through magic, vengeance, and above all, excitement. A hellacious start to what looks like the next towering epic fantasy -- John Hornor Jacobs * author of The Incorruptibles *Crammed with intrigue, suspense, and stunning action sequences. Engaging characters and masterful world-building -- Howard Andrew Jones * author of The Desert of Souls *Pit fighting smugglers high on steroid-like flower petals alongside immortal plutocrats, who will do anything to keep on living, make this blood and sand fueled epic fantasy something to behold. Trust me. It'll bowl-yer ass off -- Justin Landon * Staffer’s Book Review and Tor.com *Brad Beaulieu's Twelve Kings in Sharakai isn't the same as the last epic fantasy you read. Like the desert sands of Sharakhai, this first volume of Beaulieu's new series is a constantly shifting narrative of betrayal and friendship, loyalty and vengeance. Leave the farm boys to their chickens and the scullions to their pots, because Çeda's bringing a knife to this fight. It's vivid and diverse, full of complex relationships, eye-opening magic, and world building for this new age of fantasy that's broken out of its medieval shackles -- Aidan Moher * A Dribble of Ink *A lavish epic featuring gods, gangs, gladiators and everything in-between. With its deliciously original magic system, vast new world, reckless heroine and sinister array of ageless villains, this is a must for fans of Brandon Sanderson -- Jared Shurin * Pornokitsch *

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Book SynopsisIt's not easy being an honest man in a lawless world. Brand new heroic fantasy from the bestselling author of the TWILIGHT REIGN seriesTrade ReviewThrilling, heart racing, fast and furious fantasy fiction. * THE BOOK BAG *Tom Lloyd is an exciting author who is all about huge, bold and fearsome stories populated with magic, horror and chaos. * ALWAYS TRUST IN BOOKS *

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Book SynopsisMysterious fossils found deep under London''s streets create a whole new ''heritage'' industry - but what does selling London''s history mean for the city? In these remarkable stories Moorcock explores the parts of London most of us will never see, and creates a patchwork of tales which build up to a portrait of the whole city.Contains the stories: Lost London A Winter AdmiralThe Third Jungle Book London Blood A Portrait in IvoryDoves in the Circle A Twist in the Lines The Clapham Antichrist Cake London Bone Stories London Flesh The Cairene Purse Furniture Through the Shaving Mirror

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Book SynopsisMoorcock''s second great London novel - and thematic sequel to MOTHER LONDON - returns to print in a newly revised edition.The death of Princess Di heralded a spring clean of the soul. And the dirt we wanted off our coffee tables was the kind of salacious exposure tabloid paparazzo photographer Denny Dover had made a fortune out of. Now he''s out of work and moving to the godforsaken wastes of Skerring on the South coast to lick his wounds. A former rock star, this East End lad-made-good lived it up with the best of them. But his childhood friend, hugely wealthy magnate Sir John Barbican-Begg (deceased, allegedly) is resurrecting events from a past littered with dysfunction and greed, sex, rock and roll and a ton of drugs. Denny''s life encapsulates the fevered underground of a London teeming with contradiction and ambivalence, subversion and rage. Moorcock''s hugely entertaining follow-up to his masterpiece MOTHER LONDON captured the spirit of our agTrade ReviewThe greatest writer of post-Tolkien British fantasyA supreme example of the fantasy genre and more - TIME OUTScenes of beauty and power, and serious ruminations on humankind's capacity for great dreams and profound horrors - LOCUSa great, humane document - London Review of Books

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Book SynopsisOne of the most influential and much-loved London novels of the 20th century returns to print, overseen and revised by the author.Trade ReviewThe greatest writer of post-Tolkien British fantasyA supreme example of the fantasy genre and more - TIME OUTScenes of beauty and power, and serious ruminations on humankind's capacity for great dreams and profound horrors - LOCUSa great, humane document - London Review of Books

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Book SynopsisYou think you know Misery? You''ve not seen anything yet . . .The republic faces annihilation, despite the vigilance of Galharrow''s Blackwings. When a raven tattoo rips itself from his arm to deliver a desperate message, Galharrow and a mysterious noblewoman must investigate a long dead sorcerer''s legacy. But there is a conspiracy within the citadel: traitors, flesh-eaters and the ghosts of the wastelands seek to destroy them, but if they cannot solve the ancient wizard''s paradox, the Deep Kings will walk the earth again, and all will be lost.The war with the Eastern Empire ended in stalemate some eighty years ago, thanks to Nall''s ''Engine'', a wizard-crafted weapon so powerful even the Deep Kings feared it. The strike of the Engine created the Misery - a wasteland full of ghosts and corrupted magic that now forms a No Mans Land along the frontier. But when Galharrow investigates a frontier fortress, he discovers complacency bordering on treason:Trade ReviewDark, twisty and excellent... Grimdark with heart. * MARK LAWRENCE *Guaranteed already, this will be one of the best books I will read this year. * FANTASY BOOK REVIEW *A real fantastical page-turner. * SciFiNow *Blackwing is a book that surprised me more than any other has so far this year. It's the debut of Ed McDonald and boy what a way to make an entrance. * SF BOOK *Their story moves at an (ahem) spellbinding pace. * SFX MAGAZINE *An impressive work of fantasy, and one I think we'll be hearing more about. Highly recommended. * SF AND F REVIEWS *Fabulously inventive and at times horrifyingly funny and action packed. * MORNING STAR *Ed McDonald is an author to watch out for. I don't say things like this lightly. I read a lot of fantasy, and I don't hesitate to say that this will be one of the biggest fantasy debuts of the year. McDonald has given us the first instalment of what looks to be a very interesting series. * THE BOOK BAG *A very impressive debut, with complex characters and an imaginative setting that does much to impress the reader. * SFF WORLD *Ed McDonald has taken something old and made it new... it's epic. * Fantasy Book Critic *Overall, Blackwing is a fast paced novel that is likely to become a classic within the genre. It can be read as a self-contained story, but with a clear opening for the series to continue. This is the best debut novel in the genre this year. A joy to read. * STARBURST *A cracking read - hugely entertaining, brutal but with real heart too. * Tom Lloyd, author of the Twilight Reign series. *I heartily recommend this. * Adrian Selby, author of Snakewood *Freaking fantastic! * I SHOULD READ THAT *Blackwing is one of the greatest fantasy books I've read in my life. Perfect in every possible way. Ed McDonald is on a par with Joe Abercrombie and Brandon Sanderson. Cast aside whatever you're reading and start Blackwing instead. * BOOKNEST *This is dark, gritty fantasy, and it's been executed perfectly. * THE BOOK BUNDLE *If you like fantasy at all, then you simply must read Blackwing. * COVER TO COVER *Vivid characters, visceral combat and a twist of an ending that I really should have seen coming and didn't (wizards are bastards and here's the proof). Brilliant use of magic as technology, too, like lightbulbs and water heaters. Excellent gender representation . . . Suffice to say, I bloody loved it and I am officially an Ed McDonald fan. He deserves to go far. * Elspeth Cooper, author of THE SONGS OF THE EARTH *I was completely hooked. It was viscerally real and the adventure kept coming. * SF CROWSNEST *A new author who, in my opinion, with this one book is going to blast onto the fantasy scene and prove that there is new talent out there. * RAPTURE IN BOOKS *A thoroughly engrossing read, I could barely put it down, I loved it and I want more. * LYNNS BOOKS *The reader takes an action-filled rampage through defense to attack, from injury to sorcery, faith to naivety and reality in what truly is a phenomenal start to a unique new series. * BRITISH FANTASY SOCIETY *Gritty and immersive, Blackwing is a hugely enjoyable tale * Edward Cox, author of The Relic Guild *Blackwing walks the line between post-apocalyptic fiction and fantasy, but still manages to inject a sense of wonder amongst all the grit. I hope Joe Abercrombie and Scott Lynch aren't resting on their laurels because there's a new blade in town * Gavin Smith, author of The Age of Scorpio *Vivid characters, visceral combat and a twist of an ending that I really should have seen coming and didn't (wizards are bastards and here's the proof). Brilliant use of magic as technology, too, like lightbulbs and water heaters. Excellent gender representation . . . Suffice to say, I bloody loved it and I am officially an Ed McDonald fan. He deserves to go far. * Elspeth Cooper, author of THE SONGS OF THE EARTH *

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Book SynopsisI am as brown as brown can be,And my eyes as black as sloe;I am as brisk as brisk can be,And wild as forest doe. (The Child Ballads, 295)So begins a beautiful tale of love, loss and revenge. Following the seasons, A Pocketful of Crows balances youth and age, wisdom and passion and draws on nature and folklore to weave a stunning modern mythology around a nameless wild girl.Only love could draw her into the world of named, tamed things. And it seems only revenge will be powerful enough to let her escape.Beautifully illustrated by Bonnie Helen Hawkins, this is a stunning and original modern fairytale.Trade ReviewI loved this story . . . It offers a reminder that however much man tries to insulate himself with his beliefs and inventions, he remains reliant on and at the mercy of the forces of nature * NeverImitate *A cozy flight of fancy to curl up with on a chilly night * Publishers Weekly *The perfect novel to curl up with on a cold autumn night . . . It is a fierce, intelligent interpretation of a folk ballad * Book Murmuration *An utter delight * The Book Bag *I absolutely loved it . . . This lyrical read is a fairytale about life, love and ultimately revenge * Where There's Ink There's Paper *It was magical and utterly captured me * Aurora Sights *

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Book SynopsisAn earthly nourris sits and singsAnd aye she sings, Ba lilly wean,Little ken I my bairn''s father,Far less the land that he staps in. (Child Ballad, no. 113)So begins a stunning tale of love, loss and revenge, against a powerful backdrop of adventure on the high seas, and drama on the land. The Blue Salt Road balances passion and loss, love and violence and draws on nature and folklore to weave a stunning modern mythology around a nameless, wild young man.Passion drew him to a new world, and trickery has kept him there - without his memories, separated from his own people. But as he finds his way in this dangerous new way of life, so he learns that his notions of home, and your people, might not be as fixed as he believed.Beautifully illustrated by Bonnie Helen Hawkins, this is a stunning and original modern fairytale.Trade ReviewThis is a tale to read on a cold night, wrapped in a blanket * Fantasy Book Review *Thought provoking and evocative * Tor.com *A mythical masterpiece * Bookmarks and Stages *Joanne M. Harris is one of the modern masters of fantasy writing . . . The Blue Salt Road is a journey you should take * Starburst *A perfect read for a waterside afternoon . . . with her graceful language and magical phrasing, Harris conveys the enchantment of an old tale while imparting new lessons about change, betrayal, and forgiveness in this refreshing take on the age-old powers of attraction between the supernatural and the merely human * The Star *The Blue Salt Road is an old-school folktale of magic, love and betrayal . . . [it] will stay with you after you have finished reading it * SFF World *Joanne Harris really is the queen of beautiful, lyrical writing . . . With gorgeous artwork both inside and out, this really is a stunning book. The story is a beautifully woven tale of magic, adventure and love * The Bibliophile Chronicles *

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Book SynopsisBefore she was betrayed and left for dead, Tenny was many things: prodigal daughter of the Driftwood City underworld. Leader of the Thorn Orphans, the gang fighting for a better tomorrow. City shaman, able to bend her home''s boroughs to her will. Partner-in-crime to Cole, the runaway rich boy with powers just like hers. But that was all before. Four years later, Tenny is an exile, sleepwalking through life and waiting to die. But a chance encounter puts her on a bloody path back to the life she left behind. Friendless and powerless, she returns to Driftwood City, only to find a world where the Thorn Orphans have finally won. A better tomorrow, today.And all that progress tethered to the heartbeat of the friend who ordered her death.Her city. Or her vengeance. It''s an impossible choice.But if Tenny wants to survive, she''ll have to choose.A meditation on friendship, greed, and the uneasy intersection between justice and vengeance, thi

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Book SynopsisTRUTH.LIES.IT CAN BE HARD TO TELL THEM APART.When a bomb goes off at InTech HQ, everything changes for Tanta''s corporation. Order becomes disorder. Safety becomes danger. Calm becomes chaos.Tanta is tasked with getting to the bottom of the attack before violence and unrest overtake the city. But even though the evidence points towards rival corporation Thoughtfront, Tanta can''t shake the feeling that she''s missing something.There''s a dark secret at the heart of the case, one that will reveal more about her own corporation than Tanta would like. And the closer Tanta gets to the mystery, the more she comes to realise something terrible: Sometimes facing the truth can be the hardest thing of all.* * * * * * * * * * *''Deft satire'' New Scientist''A page-turning thriller'' Guardian on Inscape''A high-octaine, cyberpunk-flavoured adventure'' Washington Post on ITrade ReviewDeft satire * New Scientist *Immersive and intense . . . Thoroughly enjoyable in all its thrills, spills, twists and turns: I personally cannot wait for the next Inscape instalment from Carey * Buzz Mag *Like its predecessor, Outcast is a whip-smart science fiction thriller with real depth. Conspiracies, revelations and more tension than you could wave a big stick at ensure this series continues to deliver on every level. * The Eloquent Page *Outcast is a sleek, smart, fast paced and hugely enjoyable SF thriller with two really stand-out lead characters. We have a fascinating story exploring corporation's greed and ruthlessness, the power of mind control and the morality of doing the right thing. I raced through this and had a great time apart from knowing I've a while to wait for the next book. Firmly cementing Carey as a writer to watch in the genre. Strongly recommended! * Runalong The Shelves *Inscape came along at the beginning of 2021 and blew my socks right off! And now at the beginning of 2022 we have Outcast, the second one in the series. And guess what, that blew my socks off too * Fantasy Book Nerd *There's fine world-building here, and the plot moves at pace, with a few twists and turns to keep readers wrong-footed . . . I thoroughly enjoyed this novel so this is a strong recommendation from me * Concatenation *A brilliant and powerful cyberpunk thriller read that is incredibly fun and very clever. * Unseen Library *

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Book SynopsisIn 2145AD John Hackett''s adventure is just beginning.In Year 30, Mela''s story is coming to a close.Hackett, in his trusty ship the Perseus, is not just a space traveller - beginning his travels with an expedition to Neptune and back - but, thanks to the time-dilation effect, a time traveller as well. His new mission will take him to Andromeda, to get a close-up look at the constellation which will eventually crash into the Milky Way, and give humanity a heads-up about the challenges which are coming.A mission which will take him five million years to complete.Not only is Hackett exploring unknown space, but he will return to a vastly different time.Mela''s world is coming to an end. Erosion is eating away at the edges of every landmass - first at a rate of ten metres a year, but fast accelerating, displacing people and animals as the rising Tide destroys everything in its path. Putting more and more pressure on the people - and resour

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Book SynopsisThe tyranny of the gods is absolute, and they are capricious, malevolent and almost all-powerful, playing cruel games with the fates of mortals for their own ends . . . A vibrant and powerful epic set against an alternate Bronze Age, this tale of gods, men and monsters, conspiracy and war, is a rich, compelling and original read from a master of the historical and fantasy genres. The people caught up in toils of the gods are merely trying to survive. Victims of vicious whims, trapped by their circumstances or pushed beyond what the mortal frame can bear, a handful of god-touched mortals - a scribe, a warlord, a dancer and a child - are about to be brought together in a conspiracy of their own. A conspiracy to reach the heavens, and take down the corrupt and aging gods . . . who are already facing troubles of their own . . . An epic which draws on the Greek mythology of gods and heroes, this new trilogy is a must read for fans of Dan Simmons and Madel

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Book SynopsisThis is the sixth and final volume in the acclaimed Song of the Shattered Sands series, in which an orphan girl grows up to avenge her murdered rebel mother and overthrow the ancient, corrupt and magical regime: the twelve kings of Sharakai.Trade ReviewTwelve Kings in Sharakhai is the gateway to what promises to be an intricate and exotic tale. The characters are well defined and have lives and histories that extend past the boundaries of the plot. The culture is well fleshed out and traditional gender roles are exploded. Çeda and Emre share a relationship seldom explored in fantasy, one that will be tried to the utmost as similar ideals provoke them to explore different paths. I expect that this universe will continue to expand in Beaulieu's skillful prose. Wise readers will hop on this train now, as the journey promises to be breathtaking -- Robin Hobb * author of The Assassin’s Apprentice *The protagonist, pit-fighter Çeda, is driven but not cold, and strong but not shallow. And the initial few scenes of violence and sex, while very engaging, soon give way to a much richer plot. Beaulieu is excellent at keeping a tight rein on the moment-to-moment action and building up the tension and layers of mysteries - (9/10 Rating) * SciFiNow *I am impressed... An exceedingly inventive story in a lushly realized dark setting that is not your uncle's Medieval Europe. I'll be looking forward to the next installment -- Glen Cook * author of The Black Company *Bradley P. Beaulieu's new fantasy epic is filled with memorable characters, enticing mysteries, and a world so rich in sensory detail that you can feel the desert breeze in your hair as you read. Çeda is hands-down one of the best heroines in the genre-strong, resourceful, and fiercely loyal to friends and family. Fantasy doesn't get better than this! -- C. S. Friedman * author of The Coldfire Trilogy *Exotic, sumptuous and incredibly entertaining, Beaulieu has created memorable characters in a richly imagined world -- Michael J. Sullivan * author of The Riyria Chronicles *Beaulieu's fantasy worlds are well-imagined and richly drawn...the kind you want to keep visiting * Kirkus Speculative Reading List for September 2015 *Twelve Kings is the best new Epic Fantasy I've read in years -- Mark Yon * SFFWorld *A memorable heroine, a poetically told tale of revenge, and superb world-building make Twelve Kings in Sharakhai a splendid read -- John Marco * author of The Jackal of Nar and The Eyes of God *Bradley Beaulieu has crafted a rich, fascinating world, filled it with compelling characters, and blended them into an epic tale that grabbed my attention on the first page and refused to let go. I look forward to more stories of Sharakhai -- David B. Coe/D.B. Jackson * author of Rules of Ascension and Thieftaker *It's hard to take a desert novel and not draw comparisons to Dune, but Beaulieu manages to create a rich, totally individual world, teeming with wonders and wondrous characters. Çeda and Emre and their relationship rings true and draws the reader on through magic, vengeance, and above all, excitement. A hellacious start to what looks like the next towering epic fantasy -- John Hornor Jacobs * author of The Incorruptibles *Crammed with intrigue, suspense, and stunning action sequences. Engaging characters and masterful world-building -- Howard Andrew Jones * author of The Desert of Souls *Pit fighting smugglers high on steroid-like flower petals alongside immortal plutocrats, who will do anything to keep on living, make this blood and sand fueled epic fantasy something to behold. Trust me. It'll bowl-yer ass off -- Justin Landon * Staffer’s Book Review and Tor.com *Brad Beaulieu's Twelve Kings in Sharakai isn't the same as the last epic fantasy you read. Like the desert sands of Sharakhai, this first volume of Beaulieu's new series is a constantly shifting narrative of betrayal and friendship, loyalty and vengeance. Leave the farm boys to their chickens and the scullions to their pots, because Çeda's bringing a knife to this fight. It's vivid and diverse, full of complex relationships, eye-opening magic, and world building for this new age of fantasy that's broken out of its medieval shackles -- Aidan Moher * A Dribble of Ink *A lavish epic featuring gods, gangs, gladiators and everything in-between. With its deliciously original magic system, vast new world, reckless heroine and sinister array of ageless villains, this is a must for fans of Brandon Sanderson -- Jared Shurin * Pornokitsch *

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Book SynopsisYou Fell In Love With The Victors of The Hunger Games. Now Prepare To Meet The Villains Of The Blood Veil. After the publication of a salacious tell-all book, the remote city of Ilvernath is thrust into the spotlight. Tourists, protesters, and reporters alike flock to its spellshops and historic ruins to witness an ancient curse unfold: every generation, seven families name a champion among them to compete in a tournament to the death. The winner awards their family exclusive control over the city''s high magick supply, the most powerful resource in the world. In the past, the villainous Lowes have won nearly every tournament, and their champion is prepared to continue his family''s reign. But this year, thanks to the influence of their newfound notoriety, each of the champions has a means to win. Or better yet--a chance to rewrite their story. But this is a story that must be penned in blood.Trade ReviewBoth glittering with magic and drenched in blood, All of Us Villains kept me up at night with its heart-pounding pace and layered mysteries. I'll be waiting for Book Two with bated breath and bitten nails * Sara Holland, New York Times bestselling author of Everless *Dark, luscious, and brutally smart, All of Us Villains is a fresh but unforgiving look at the legacy of abusive families and community-sanctioned violence. Foody and Herman have created a thrilling story that is impossible to put down; I stayed up all night to finish this book * Victoria Lee, author of A Lesson in Vengeance and The Fever King *A blood-soaked modern fairytale brimming with magic, spectacle, and unforgettable characters * Katy Rose Pool, author of There Will Come A Darkness *Foody and Herman's collaboration offers a fun yet brutal tale of sacrifice, betrayal, and ever-shifting loyalties. From twists that'll make you gasp to believably flawed characters you can't help but cheer for and curse in the same breath, this one will keep readers on the edge of their seats * Tara Sim, author of Scavenge the Stars *Positively wicked in all the right ways. This series is my new obsession, and I cannot wait to devour the next one. With its innovative magic system, a twisted cast of characters you somehow can't help but love, and a plot that will leave you on the edge of your seat, All of Us Villains is addicting from start to finish. I'm obsessed * Adalyn Grace, New York Times bestselling author of All the Stars and Teeth *Magical, clever and cutthroat, All of Us Villains sets out to make it impossible to know who to root for . . . A fun, twisty ride through a world full of spells and family secrets * Kendare Blake, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Three Dark Crowns series *

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Book Synopsis''Fantasy fans won''t want to miss this'' Publishers Weekly A high-stakes heist novel set in a gritty world of magic and malice.WHO NEEDS FRIENDS WHEN YOU HAVE AXES?Ryia ''the Butcher'' Cautella has earned her reputation as the quickest, deadliest blade in the city - not to mention the sharpest tongue. But Ryia Cautella is not her real name. A deadly secret has kept Ryia in hiding, running from city to city, doing whatever it takes to stay one step ahead of the formidable Guildmaster - sovereign ruler of the five kingdoms. But even the most powerful men can be defeated. One last impossible job is all that stands between Ryia and her freedom - but even the Butcher can''t do it alone. She teams up with the Saints, a crew of uniquely skilled miscreants, smugglers and thieves, to carry off a death-defying heist into the most tightly guarded island in the kingdoms - the Guildmaster''s stronghold. Unfortunately foTrade ReviewElectrifying. . .a fast-paced mystery. . .Fantasy fans won't want to miss this. * Publishers Weekly *Gritty, fun and effortlessly immersive...hits the ground running and doesn't stop. Kuhn serves up a delightful cocktail of rapid-fire action, wit and original world-building, with all the squad goals and banter your heart desires. Fans of Six of Crows, Lies of Locke Lamora, and compulsively reading until 3:00 AM will adore Among Thieves! * H. M. Long, acclaimed author of Hall of Smoke *Among Thieves is such a ride, from beginning to end. Morally grey thieves with hearts of gold (sort of) in a fantasy heist? Count me in. I didn't know who I wanted to win, and I love it when that happens. I can't wait to see what Kuhn does next. * Genevieve Gornichec, author of The Witch’s Heart *A riveting, high-stakes adventure filled with magic, axes, and betrayal-Among Thieves is the fantasy heist book of my dreams. Fans of Mistborn and Dragon Age will love this clever, sarcastic, gritty fantasy tale! * J.S. Dewes, acclaimed author of The Last Watch *M. J. Kuhn handles her characters with a surety rarely seen in a debut. Lightning-paced, this novel tosses you onto the dockside with its loveable crew of rogues and misfits. Every one of them's a liar, and it's as much a joy to unravel their own secrets as it is to unpick the bigger secret that beats within the heart of this boldly imagined world. Where there's grit, there's banter. Where there is grim, there is beauty too. You won't want to miss Among Thieves! * Lucy Holland, acclaimed author of Sistersong *

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Book SynopsisThe rebels on the other side of the Shadowpass are massing, and refugees are flooding in to the city. Scared, penniless and not exactly welcome, they are desperate for the protection of the Nest, and the powerful mages who live there. But there is dissension in the Nest's ranks, and there is always someone willing to make money from the fearful. The mages believe they have a secret weapon - a  captured lightborn, kept prisoner by a magical slave collar and forced to do their bidding. But Tatters and Isha, tentative friends despite their suspicion of each other's motives, know something the mages do not. The rebels are aware of the lightborn. They know how to deal with it. And they are ready for war...

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Book SynopsisLondon. Early 21st Century. A Conservative government is in power in the UK, bringing increased wealth disparity, an ever-more militant police state, and rising civil discontent as the wealthy govern for themselves rather than the people.But BREAKTHRU - a pharmaceutical company turned religious cult - have the answer. They call it Kairos.Kairos allows the user to not just see a different world, but shape the world to their very will. Perfect for a cult of like-minded individuals. Disastrous when it is exposed to the general public. As disparate groups of people try to shape the world into their own image, reality itself is placed under threat. With society so divided, is there any way to pull the world back together?Written in 1988, this remarkably prescient book received great critical acclaim.

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Book SynopsisFilled with love, passion, and adventure, New York Times bestselling author Lynsay Sands returns with another sexy romance.Stephanie McGill was turned when she was just a teenager. Worse, her abilities are unlike any other immortal. Now thirteen years later, with the help of her adopted Argeneau family, Steph has carved out a new - if lonely - life. Until a new neighbour arrives . . .Thorne is also one-of-a-kind. The result of a genetic experiment, he''s not an immortal, but he''s not mortal either. He only wants to get some peace and quiet so he can figure things out, and Stephanie''s sanctuary is perfect. In fact, Stephanie is perfect. For the first time, Thorne is free to be himself and he''s falling for her.But if they''re going to have a future together, they''ll first need to deal with their past . . . because the mad scientist who created Thorne is now after Stephanie.

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Book Synopsis''You can''t put it down . . . precise and propulsive . . . a real page-turner'' Janice Forsyth Show, BBC Radio Scotland''It''s so good it''ll leave you wanting to change your own life'' Independent******************So far in his life, Gabriel - selfish, arrogant and happy to be so - has only ever thought about two things: money and himself. When he''s diagnosed with a terminal brain tumour, he doesn''t see why anything should change.But as the tumour grows, something strange starts happening. Whether Gabriel likes it or not, he''s becoming . . . nicer. Kinder. A better person. And then he meets Caitlin. Before, he wouldn''t even have glanced at her; now he''s entranced. But real change takes time - and time is something Gabriel just doesn''t have. As each day brings him closer to his last, has the one opportunity for a second chance passed him by?Trade ReviewExtence keeps the twists and turns coming, full of mordant wit, until the bitter end. * Daily Mail *The Empathy Problem is delightful, written in a warm, engaging voice and composed of short chapters that rattle along . . . An accessible read but one that prompts you to think about what it means to live a moral life. It's so good it 'll leave you wanting to change your own life, to be a better person. * Independent *Witty and sincere . . . very clever * Huffington Post *Another stand-out book from this outstanding author -- Book of the Week * The Sun *A very personal, compassionate and intimate read. Gavin Extence is fast becoming one of my favourite authors, he constantly surprises, challenges and stimulates with his barbed, so beautifully readable books. I sat up reading for most of the night, and even when I had turned the last page, I didn't want to put it down. * Lovereading.co.uk *Emotional porn for lefties . . . You can't put it down . . . precise and propulsive . . . a real page-turner -- Janice Forsyth show * BBC Radio Scotland *It's funny, well observed and heartfelt without being sentimental... a lovely, engaging read that'll leave you resolving to change your own life for the better. * Winq magazine *Witty, insightful and tender, The Empathy Problem is a triumph. I loved it. * Random things Through my Letterbox blog *I absolutely loved this story... Extence has such a dry, witty style of writing. * Marie Claire *Extence's novel is an absolute triumph, once again reiterating his skill for characterisation and voice. * Nudge books *This book is never sentimental and Extence doesn't make the mistake of having Gabriel suddenly becoming perfect but by the end he is someone you'd have as a friend. Along the way we learn the value of honesty, love, music and loyalty. As well as the joy of perfectly aimed revenge . . . * Jane & Bex Blog *A gripping look at an unlikeable character. * Psychologies *A brilliant book about second chances in life by Gavin Extence. I am looking forward to what he is coming up with next! * Ela's Book Corner *Extence's quick wit and smart use of dialogue, deployed throughout an eventful plot with a varied cast of distinct characters, add a degree of levity you'd find more often in a Hollywood screenplay . . . a healthy dose of Dickens . . . Extence piles on delight after delight . . . The Empathy Problem finds a way to make us smile through our tears. * Bookanista *

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Book Synopsis''I loved #TheEndofTime. It is, without doubt, one of my top reads of 2019. I walked every mile with Zain, Mohammed and Jesus. Even when their epic journey seemed hopeless, their story remained hopeful. I''ve not had such an immersive and important read in a long time.'' Carmel Harrington ''Thoroughly enjoyed #TheEndOfTime. It''s an epic story of brotherly love, courage and resilience. A sensitively-written, compassionate and heart-warming must-read for this summer.'' Sarah J Harris **************Beneath the stars, on a stony beach, stand two teenage brothers.They are wearing lifejackets that are too big for them and their most precious belongings are sealed in waterproof bags tucked inside the rucksacks on their backs.Turkey is behind them and Europe lies ahead, a dark, desperate swim away.They don''t know what will come next, but they''re about to meet a man who doTrade ReviewI loved #TheEndofTime. It is, without doubt, one of my top reads of 2019. I walked every mile with Zain, Mohammed and Jesus. Even when their epic journey seemed hopeless, their story remained hopeful. I've not had such an immersive and important read in a long time. * Carmel Harrington *Thoroughly enjoyed #TheEndOfTime. It's an epic story of brotherly love, courage and resilience. A sensitively-written, compassionate and heart-warming must-read for this summer. * Sarah J Harris *I loved The End of Time. It's packed full of so much compassion it's left me feeling enlightened and enriched. * Matt Cain *

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'A tour de force of sustained brilliance' Mail on SundayWildly funny and unceasingly surprising, Quicksand is both a satirical masterpiece and an unforgettable story of fate, family and friendship.Aldo Benjamin may be the unluckiest soul in human history, but that isn't going to stop his friend Liam writing about him. For what more could an aspiring novelist want from his muse than a thousand get-rich-quick schemes, a life-long love affair, an eloquently named brothel, the most sexually confusing evening imaginable and a brief conversation with God? 'What a joy to surrender oneself to a writer of such prodigious talent.'Peter Carey 'Tremendous' Sunday Times

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Book SynopsisA compelling and emotional novel, for fans of Jojo Moyes and Jenny Colgan.''With a style similar to David Nicholls, Gayle''s writing is incisive, lyrical and very beautiful...It''s impossible not to fall in love with the Hope family'' Irish IndependentTom Hope is broken. Ever since his wife Laura died he hasn''t been the same man, and definitely not the same father. Luckily for Tom his mother-in-law Linda is around to pick up the pieces and look after his two struggling daughters, Evie and Lola. But Tom getting arrested on the first anniversary of his wife''s death is the last straw for Linda.In a last bid attempt to make Tom reconnect with his daughters she takes drastic action and leaves for Australia. With two fast-maturing daughters Tom has to learn how to accept his responsibilities and navigate the newly discovered world of single fatherhood - starting immediately. With only himself to rely on, will Tom fall bTrade ReviewI didn't move a muscle for a whole afternoon in my eagerness to finish this book. Gayle writes with such warmth and wisdom about the human condition, at the same time creating a page-turner in this charming family tale which centres so movingly around unbearable loss. His easy, confident writing style draws you in to become another member of the Hope family and share with them the - often humorous - ups and downs of learning to live again after bereavement. Neither Tom nor Linda - the main characters - are perfect, but both are endearingly real. I highly recommend this novel - I know it will stay with me for a long time. -- Hilary Boyd, author of Thursdays in the ParkI didn't move a muscle for a whole afternoon in my eagerness to finish this book. Gayle writes with such warmth and wisdom about the human condition, at the same time creating a page-turner in this charming family tale which centres so movingly around unbearable loss. His easy, confident writing style draws you in to become another member of the Hope family and share with them the - often humorous - ups and downs of learning to live again after bereavement. Neither Tom nor Linda - the main characters - are perfect, but both are endearingly real. I highly recommend this novel - I know it will stay with me for a long time. -- Hilary Boyd, author of Thursdays in the ParkThe Hope Family Calendar is the most heart-wrenching novel I've read this year...With a style similar to David Nicholls, Gayle's writing is incisive, lyrical and very beautiful...It's impossible not to fall in love with the Hope family. * Irish Independent *The Hope Family Calendar is the most heart-wrenching novel I've read this year...With a style similar to David Nicholls, Gayle's writing is incisive, lyrical and very beautiful...It's impossible not to fall in love with the Hope family. * Irish Independent *An emotional and surprisingly funny story you'll want to read in one sitting. * Fabulous *An emotional and surprisingly funny story you'll want to read in one sitting. * Fabulous *A delightfully easy and poignant read. * Closer *A delightfully easy and poignant read. * Closer *Praise for Mike Gayle * : *Wise, witty and wonderful . . . a triumph! -- Jenny Colgan on TURNING FORTYPraise for Mike Gayle * : *Wise, witty and wonderful . . . a triumph! -- Jenny Colgan on TURNING FORTYUnique, funny and full of drama . . . Genius! -- Closer on THE STAG AND HEN WEEKENDNot just readable, fresh and witty, but sophisticated in execution . . . funny but also poignant. * Independent on Sunday on TURNING THIRTY *Not just readable, fresh and witty, but sophisticated in execution . . . funny but also poignant. * Independent on Sunday on TURNING THIRTY *A funny and frank account of a hopeless romantic. * The Times on MY LEGENDARY GIRLFRIEND *A funny and frank account of a hopeless romantic. * The Times on MY LEGENDARY GIRLFRIEND *Mike Gayle has carved a whole new niche out of the male confessional novel. * Evening Standard on WISH YOU WERE HERE *Unique, funny and full of drama . . . Genius! -- Closer on THE STAG AND HEN WEEKENDMike Gayle has carved a whole new niche out of the male confessional novel. * Evening Standard on WISH YOU WERE HERE *Wise, witty and with endearing characters, this is a feel-good-read with lots of laughs. * Woman on WISH YOU WERE HERE *Wise, witty and with endearing characters, this is a feel-good-read with lots of laughs. * Woman on WISH YOU WERE HERE *

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