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Crime & Thrillers Books
Little, Brown Book Group The Pudding Lane Plot
Book SynopsisThe people and businesses of London are quickly recovering from the ravages of the plague, none faster than the Court of Charles II where excess, corruption and debauchery has rebounded at a frenetic pace. In Westminster, in the haphazard corridors of White Hall Palace, plans are afoot for a grandiose ball in honour of a long-dead but English-born Pope. Meanwhile, the markets and coffee houses in the city are awash with rumours of war and portents of a coming disaster, inflamed by uncensored newssheets and the wagging tongues of dissatisfied citizens.Mysterious killings at both ends of the capital have been caused by the use of an unusually long, slender blade, and Thomas Chaloner is ordered to investigate. The only common thread is the victims'' connection to the Worshipful Company of Poulters, whose members are struggling to keep ahead of London''s enormous demand for eggs. But this leads him into a tapestry of conspiracy, outlandish claims of the Second Coming, the reappe
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HarperCollins Publishers Find You First
Book SynopsisOne will change your life. One will end it.Who will FIND YOU FIRST?The best book of his career' STEPHEN KINGInsanely paced, wildly entertaining' JOE HILLA full-throttle powerhouse of a thriller' T.M. LOGANSharply drawn' SUNDAY TIMESKeeps the engine racing' THE TIMESIt's a deadly race against timeTech billionaire Miles has more money than he can ever spend, but he can't buy more time. Diagnosed with a terminal illness, he is forced to take a long, hard look at his past.Somewhere out there, Miles has children who don't know it, but they might be about to inherit the good and bad from him possibly his fortune, or possibly something more sinister.So, Miles decides to track them down. But a lethal killer is one step ahead of him. One by one, people are vanishing. Not just disappearing, every trace of them is wiped.Number One Sunday Times bestseller Linwood Barclay returns with his electrifying new thriller, Find You First.PRAISE FOR FIND YOU FIRST:Starts with a bang and ends with an even Trade Review PRAISE FOR FIND YOU FIRST: ‘Find You First starts with a bang and ends with an even bigger one. Barclay is a terrific writer, but he’s outdone himself with this. It’s the best book of his career. I couldn’t put it down, and you won’t be able to either. If you enjoy thrillers, this is the real deal. It never lets up’ STEPHEN KING ‘Protect yourself from summer sunburn! Hide behind a book! Try Linwood Barclay’s insanely paced, wildly entertaining Find You First’ JOE HILL ‘A full-throttle powerhouse of a thriller – Linwood Barclay is in a class of his own’ T.M. LOGAN ‘Barclay has a knack for turning news stories or social trends into rambunctious black-comedy thrillers full of sharply drawn fools and knaves’ SUNDAY TIMES, THRILLER OF THE MONTH ‘Fizzes along the entertainment highway … Barclay nimbly keeps the engine racing’ THE TIMES 'A relentlessly tense thriller … there's plenty of the sardonic humour that came to the fore in Mr Barclay's previous novel Elevator Pitch … the comedy enhances the edgy atmosphere’ THE TIMES CRIME CLUB ‘A fast-moving, high-concept thriller from the talented Barclay … a rip-roaring rollercoaster of a ride’ DAILY MAIL ‘Linwood Barclay’s thrillers move at breakneck speed … pacy, exciting’ WOMAN & HOME 'Another gripping thriller from bestselling master of tension Linwood Barclay' HELLO! ‘A pacy rollercoaster of a ride … in true Linwood style, the story gains momentum until you literally can’t turn the pages quick enough … This book has everything!’ WOMAN’S WEEKLY ‘A tense, nail-biting thriller’ MY WEEKLY ‘[A] pacy rollercoaster of a ride … this book has everything!’ WOMAN ‘You can bank on Barclay for cunning plots and believable characters’ THE SUN ‘A tightly plotted tale that moves at a helter-skelter pace’ BEST ‘What is so unsettling about his novels is just how real they feel’ YOURS
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Titan Books Ltd Written in Dead Wax: The First Vinyl Detective
Book SynopsisHe is a record collector - a connoisseur of vinyl, hunting out rare and elusive LPs. His business card describes him as the "Vinyl Detective" and some people take this more literally than others. Like the beautiful, mysterious woman who wants to pay him a large sum of money to find a priceless lost recording on behalf of an extremely wealthy, yet shadowy, client. So begins a painful and dangerous odyssey in search of the rarest jazz record of them all...Trade Review"An irresistible blend of murder, mystery and music... our protagonist seeks to find the rarest of records - and incidentally solve a murder, right a great historical injustice and , if he's very lucky, avoid dying in the process." - Ben; "The Vinyl Detective is one of the sharpest and most original characters I've seen for a long time." - David Quantick.
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Penguin Books Ltd Hide and Seek
Book SynopsisTHE GRIPPING DI HELEN GRACE THRILLER FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR M. J. ARLIDGE ''Addictive. Will have readers scrabbling at the pages as feverishly as an innocent clawing at a prison cell door'' DAILY EXPRESS''Gripping, compulsive and addictive - I read it in 24 hours'' 5***** READER REVIEW_______ Prison is no place for a detective . . . Helen Grace was one of the country''s best police investigators.Now she''s behind bars with the killers she caught. Framed for murder . . . She knows there is only way out:Stay alive until her trial and somehow prove her innocence. Locked up with a killer . . . But when a mutilated body is found in the cell next door, Helen fears her days are numbered. A murderer is on the loose. Now she must find them. Before she''s next . . .''A great set-up, and ArlidTrade ReviewFramed police woman D I Helen Grace must survive prison and prove her innocence in M J Alridge's sixth bestselling thriller * from the publisher's description *Detective Inspector Helen Grace is one of the greatest heroes to come along in years -- Jeffery DeaverPage-turningly chilling * The Times *Chills to the bone * Daily Mail *Addictive. Will have readers scrabbling at the pages as feverishly as an innocent clawing at a prison cell door * Daily Express *This is going to be as big as Jo Nesbo -- Judy FinniganTaut, fast-paced, truly excellent * Sun *One of the best new series detectives . . . Mesmerizing! -- Lisa GardnerM. J. Arlidge has created a genuinely fresh heroine in DI Helen Grace * Daily Mail *Chilling stuff * Fabulist *A chilling read * My Weekly *A grisly, gripping thriller * Sunday Mirror *Gruesomely realistic, intriguing and relentless. Arlidge's fledgling army of fans is about to grow * Sunday Sport *Expertly pulled off. It has a devious premise. DI Helen Grace is fiendishly awesome. It's scary as all hell. And it has a full cast of realistically drawn, interesting characters that make the thing read like a bullet -- Will Lavender
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Devil You Know
Book SynopsisThe latest in the nationally bestselling 'edge-of-your-seat' (Book Riot) Hayley Chill series. WHEN JUSTICE FALLSNO ONE IS SAFE An associate justice of the Supreme Court is dead, killed by the very police officer assigned to protect him. As shockwaves ripple through the country, Hayley Chill’s superiors suspect the assassination is only one part of a major conspiracy. When a busload of children is taken hostage in Maui, and a vacationing justice’s death is demanded as ransom, Hayley leaps into action. Together with a deputy US marshal, she embarks on the monumental task of rescuing the children while also protecting the justice. But with danger around every corner and no one to trust, has she finally bitten off more than she can chew?A tense, twisty political thriller, perfect for fans of Gregg Hurwitz and Terry Hayes. Praise f
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Elliott & Thompson Limited Marked for Death
Book Synopsis`Gripping’ - IAN RANKIN; The RICHARD & JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK that sends pulses pounding, Marked for Death will grip fans of David Baldacci and Peter James until the very last page.; A deadly secret. A chilling game. A past you can’t escape.; When London’s legal establishment is shaken to its foundation by the grisly crucifixion of a retired Lord Chief Justice, Detective Chief Inspector Joelle Levy is tasked with finding his killer. With fifty years of potential enemies to choose from, only the identical murder of former solicitor Adam Blunt offers a ray of hope: what is it that connects these victims who met such a gruesome end?; Assigned to the story from the start, news reporter Sarah Truman sets out to investigate on her own, not suspecting that the trail will lead straight back to her own front door and her fiancé Michael Devlin. A criminal barrister determined to prove the innocence of his own client, Michael is at first oblivious to the return of the murderous figure from his past – until tragedy strikes closer to home.; Struggling with his grief and guilt, and now caught up in a madman’s terrible quest for revenge, Michael must race to bring the killer to justice – before it’s too late.Trade Review10* "A thriller star [is] born ... the story hurtles to a climax, and a twist I didn't see coming. Phew!" - Alex Gordon, Peterborough Telegraph; `Fast paced, tightly plotted, utterly brutal in all the right places . . . Marked For Death ratchets up the tension and releases it like a final gun shot' - Jack Grimwood, author of Nightfall Berlin; `A precisely plotted thriller that grabs you from the opening and refuses to let go . . . gritty and perfectly paced, Marked For Death has enough twists to give you whiplash' - Neil Broadfoot, author of No Man's Land; `Utterly compelling from start to finish, and up there with my top reads of the year' - Robert Scragg, author of What Falls Between the Cracks; "Another tour de force through the legal world in a tense and atmospheric hunt for a serial killer. With this second instalment in Michael Devlin's journey Tony Kent cements himself as a shining star in crime writing." - Angela Clarke, author of the Social Media Murder series; "Thrilling... A right proper page turner ... An edgy, considered and pitch perfect crime drama with great depth, some engaging twists and plenty of unexpected moments - I loved it for its fresh feel and utterly riveting plot. Bring on more is what I say. This is a series I'd like to see run and run. Highly recommended" - Liz Loves Books; "A gritty, multi layered, engaging cleverly constructed thriller ... a fast slick explosive read which will leave you breathless, with a clever and unexpected twist at the end. If like me you loved Killer Intent, then you're in for a real treat. Cannot recommend this highly enough. This will undoubtedly be one of the reading hits of 2019" - AMW Book Reviews
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Headline Publishing Group The Lighthouse Sisters
Book Synopsis''I loved this heart-in-your-mouth story of forbidden love, courage and hope. A heart-wrenching book about family bonds facing the toughest of trials during WW2'' KERRY FISHER''A stunning tale about sisters, courage, and sacrifice that will keep you enthralled until the very last page'' ANDIE NEWTON''Really brought a lump to my throat. It has stayed with me since finishing it'' SUZANNE GOLDRING''Heart-wrenching, immersive, beautifully researched. I thoroughly recommend, together with a tissue for this emotional read!'' LOUISE FEIN''They were there for each other during the war just like the lighthouse, a source of hope and protection over the years.''1940: For sisters Alice and Jenny life is just beginning when the Nazis seize control of the island of Jersey, driving the girls down separate paths. While Alice is forced by the enemy to work in the German hospital, Jenny is attracted to the circTrade Review Praise for Gill Thompson: 'Heartrending. Riveting. Definitely on my list of Ten Best Books of the year -- Sharon MaasThe characters and their moving stories will haunt you long after you finish the last page -- Shirley DicksonA warm-hearted tale of love, loss and indefatigable human spirit -- Kathryn HughesA heartrending story -- Jane CorryA mother's loss and a son's courage . . . A heartrending story that spans the world -- Diney Costeloe
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HarperCollins Publishers Twelve Days of Winter
Book SynopsisA collection of interlinked tales of crime and retribution laced with dark humour, set around the festive season from the No. 1 bestseller Stuart MacBrideOn the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to meTwelve days, twelve stories.Meet Fat Billy Partridge, possibly the worst cat-burglar ever; newbie drug-dealer Brian, who probably shouldn't be taking advantage of the job's fringe benefits; Philippe, a chef with anger-management issues and lots of very sharp knives; Mr Unwin, the undertaker with the golden touch; and Lord Peter Forsyth-Leven, MSP, learning the hard way that having it all means you've got so much more to loseThieves, drug dealers, lap-dancers, gangsters and even the odd good guy populate these twelve interlinked tales of crime and retribution set around the festive season.Trade ReviewPraise for Stuart MacBride: ‘Fierce, unflinching and shot through with the blackest of humour; this is crime fiction of the highest order’Mark Billingham ‘Some of the grittiest crime-writing in the field’Independent ‘Admirers of tough, modern crime novels will be in seventh heaven – or should that be hell?’Express ‘Ferocious and funny, this is Tartan Noir at its best’Val McDermid ‘Hard-hitting prose with a bone-dry humour and characters you can genuinely believe in, Stuart MacBride’s novels are a real treat’Simon Kernick
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Flame Tree Publishing Around the World in Eighty Days
Book SynopsisLittle treasures, the FLAME TREE COLLECTABLE CLASSICS are chosen to create a delightful and timeless home library. Each stunning, gift edition features deluxe cover treatments, ribbon markers, luxury endpapers and gilded edges. The unabridged text is accompanied by a Glossary of Victorian and Literary terms produced for the modern reader. Phileas Fogg accepts the challenge to travel the globe in just eighty days. With his capable valet Passepartout, Fogg embarks on his journey from Dover encountering a series of adventures in many wonderful and dangerous places of the world in a fantastic race against time.
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HarperCollins Publishers The Last Letter from London A new totally
Book Synopsis?A gripping and thrilling tale. The writing was INCREDIBLE!? Reader review, ?????Her letters can save the country. But can she be trusted?A double agent.As World War Two rages, MI5 agent Sarah Gillespie is faced with her toughest challenge yet: handling Adeline Vernier, a mysterious double agent from Paris.A dangerous mission.Adeline?s coded letters could help the Allies defeat the Germans ? but, in return, she demands that her boyfriend is rescued from Nazi-occupied France. Adeline is not above threatening to double-cross MI5 to get what she wants, leaving Sarah fearful for the millions of lives at stake.Letters that could change their lives forever.As they embark on a secret operation through Lisbon, they must tread carefully to avoid the clutches of the Nazis. But will they make it out alive, together? Or is the enemy closer than they realise?A gripping and completely addictive page-turner of extraordinary courage and bravery. Perfect for fans of Kate Quinn''s The Rose Code, and Pam Jenoff?s Code Name Sapphire.Readers are obsessed with Pam Lecky:?A great book for spy lovers. Full of suspense, betrayal, and suspicion!? Reader review, ??????A historical fiction winner! Sandwiched between slices of good plot and likable characters. I definitely recommend this book!? Reader review, ??????A nail biting, gripping book that had me absolutely hooked from the first page.? Reader review, ??????A gripping WW2 story of bravery, love and treachery.? Reader review, ??????I think this is the quickest I have ever read a book ? I just couldn?t put it down!? Reader review, ??????Action packed! I can''t wait for the next book in this absorbing series!? Reader review, ?????Trade Review“Gorgeous… [it] swept me away… I completely got lost in the writing and story… More, please!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolutely amazing, I loved every minute of it.… had me on the edge of my seat from the very beginning… I was so engrossed I very nearly missed my stop.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I couldn’t put it down… I can't praise this book enough.” NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wow… The excitement!… What a rollercoaster. Loved it.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolutely mesmerising from beginning to end.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Excellent… please let there be a sequel.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Had me hooked from the very start.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A gripping and absorbing read… so many twists and turns, I found myself turning the pages to see what would happen next.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Everything in this book, from the epic start to the gripping ending was hugely absorbing and enjoyable… brilliant.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC The Case Files of Jeweler Richard (Light Novel)
Book SynopsisRichard Ranasinghe de Vulpian is a brilliant and enigmatic British jewelry appraiser. Seigi Nakata is a young college student. Their worlds are as different as can be, but when a chance encounter leads Seigi to hire Richard to appraise a family heirloom, it sparks a partnership that goes well beyond that one job. Together, the duo investigate jewelry-related cases and solve mysteries, finding the secret messages hidden in the hearts of precious stones - and the hearts of those who possess them.
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DC Comics Grayson The Superspy Omnibus (2022 Edition)
Book SynopsisAs Robin, he was the Dark Knight's partner and protege. As Nightwing, he forged a heroic legacy of his own. And when vicious killers invaded our dimension, he sacrificed his secret identity-and his life-to save the world. At least, that's what the world believes. To the heroes, villains and ordinary citizens of Earth, Dick Grayson is dead-but death is the perfect cover story for an agent of Spyral. As the newest member of this top-secret spy ring, Grayson helps scour the globe for the pieces of the Paragon, a slain god whose every organ is a weapon of mass destruction. But he's also Batman's man inside Spyral, uncovering their secrets even as they strive to uncover the secret identity of every superhero on the globe. His life as he knew it is over. His loyalty is divided like never before. Now it's time for Dick Grayson to discover who he really is... The Grayson the Superspy Omnibus (2022 Edition) collects GRAYSON #1-20, GRAYSON: FUTURES END #1, SECRET ORIGINS #8, GRAYSON ANNUAL #1-3, ROBIN WAR #1-2 and NIGHTWING: REBIRTH #1.
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HarperCollins Publishers The Devils Code
Book Synopsis''Once again, Michael Wood, the master of horror and suspense, has written a book that put me through the wringer with its taut, horrifying, dark and devious storyline.' ?????From the dark mind behind the DCI Matilda Darke series, comes the next novel in a gripping new series. Dr Olivia Winter is back. And she's got a brand new case to solve. A BRUTAL MURDERWhen Isaac McFadden is found with the dismembered body of a young man in the boot of his car, it's an easy conviction for the jury. But, then a notebook is discovered in Isaac's house, and the police believe they have a serial killer on their hands.A CRYPTIC CODEWithin the pages of the notebook is a chart written in a code, which DI Linus Sutton believes holds the location of more bodies. Made up of seemingly random words, numbers and symbols, and with a suspect who is refusing to talk, Sutton enlists the help of Forensic Psychologist Dr Olivia Winter.THE FINAL GIRLHaving previously survived attacks from two killers, Olivia is the real life final girl'. But can she unlock the code before her luck runs out?Praise for The Devil's CodeThe crime was brilliantly plotted. I also tried my hardest with decoding the notebook and when it was all finally revealed, well, I sat back and applauded the author for a job well done.' ?????''Michael Wood deserves to be recognised as one of our best crime writers.' ?????One twisted but addictive read.' ?????''What a read this was, it chilled me to the bone, the darkness was intense and downright scary. The code was cleverly done and I spent ages trying to figure it out myself, but to no avail.' ?????''It''s beautiful, dark but gripping and a real page turner.' ?????''Clever, heartbreaking and in parts very gruesome!' ?????Hooks you from the first page and if you enjoy procedurals with dark twists, you will enjoy this.' ?????''The Devil''s Code is not for the faint hearted and is devilishly clever.'' ?????''The pace is relentless, fuelled by unexpected twists and dark revelations.' ?????''An extremely chilling read with a twist that will blow your socks off!' ?????''As you are reading it, you think you have it solved but you couldn't be more wrong.' ?????''I didn't think he could better the Matilda Darke series which I love but I think Michael Wood might have hit the jackpot again with this one.' ?????
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HarperCollins India Sita: Warrior Of Mithila (Ram Chandra Series Book
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Pan Macmillan The Orphanage Girls Reunited
Book SynopsisThe Orphanage Girls come back together in The Orphanage Girls Reunited, the second installment of a moving wartime saga set in London’s East End, from the bestselling author of The Jam Factory Girls, Mary Wood.EllenAbandoned by her father for the second time, left scarred from the orphanage, Ellen finally finds happiness and hope – reunited with her long-lost gran. But it cannot compensate for being torn apart from her beloved friends Ruth and Amy. When a devastating encounter leaves Ellen broken and desperate, she is forced to fight her past demons.Ruth Ruth has found peace, building a new life as an actress and surrounded by new friends. But still she longs to be with Ellen and Amy, after everything they endured together in the orphanage. Amy was shipped to Canada with hundreds of other orphans – what hope have they of finding her?One wish comes true when Ruth’s acting career leads her to Ellen. No sooner than has the dust settled, war is on the horizon. Friendship locked them into each other’s her hearts forever.Will they find Amy? Can the Orphanage Girls ever unite?Trade ReviewWood is a born storyteller * Lancashire Evening Post *
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Headline Publishing Group Yesterdays Shadows
Book SynopsisThe Sunday Times bestselling novelist Rosie Goodwin writes a spell-binding saga of bitter loss, lost love and long buried secrets. Perfect for fans of Dilly Court and Kitty Neale.With the promise of a new start, will she find the happiness she longs for?Kate Cleary feels no sorrow when her brutal father dies. At last she will be free from him, even though she and Nuala, the sister who depends on her for everything, must now leave his miners cottage. Then Kate discovers they have an aunt in the Midlands whom their father had kept secret, and who now offers them a home. Despite leaving her heart in Durham with Matthew, a young artist, Kate feels loved and safe with Aunt Beth. But her peace is shattered by an astonishing revelation from Nuala, and a series of brutal attacks on the women of Nuneaton. Kate turns to a handsome widower, Martin Denby, but is his kindness too good to be true?Trade ReviewAn absorbing story in the grand tradition of the best saga authors -- Margaret DickinsonA wonderful heroine, plucky, determined and warm-hearted. A believable and compelling read -- Jennie FeltonRosie writes such heart-warming sagas -- Lyn AndrewsA heart-throbber of a story that puts so many other so-called emotional blockbusters in the shade * Northern Echo *Not only is Goodwin's characterisation and dialogue compelling, her descriptive writing is a joy * Nottingham Evening Post *The new Catherine Cookson * Coventry Evening Telegraph *A touching and powerful new novel from a wonderful writer * Bookseller *Goodwin has the enviable knack of putting the past into focus with wonderfully warm and credible characters, lively dialogue and fascinating period detail of everyday life. A Rose Among Thorns is another moving and inspirational story from a writer who knows how to tug at the heart strings * Lancashire Evening Post *
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Canelo Biggles: The Second Case
Book SynopsisThe case of the pirate U-boat!Air Commodore Raymond has a thrilling new case for Biggles, Ginger, Algy and Bertie, now the Scotland Yard Air Squad.Instead of surrendering at the end of the war, commander Von Schonbeck of submarine U-517 escaped to the south Indian ocean. From his base on an uncharted island, he has been waging his own personal war, very profitably. Among other booty, he is known to have acquired a sizeable quantity of gold.But there's very little to go on: the submarine sinks all the ships it preys upon, leaving no survivors. And Biggles & Co. have a hunting ground of a million square miles of air and ocean…Will they find the renegade submarine, or will it continue to prowl the depths?Has Biggles met his match in the hunt for the dastardly von Schonbeck?
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Headline Publishing Group The Last Time I Saw Him
Book SynopsisHe believes I can do no wrong.Sadly, he''s mistaken.''Irresistibly twisty, demands to be binge-read ... kept me hooked until the final, jaw-dropping pages'' D. S. Butler''Relentless pacing and unexpected twists makes this a must-read.'' John Marrs''Missing Vera? Here is her successor: DS Stephanie King.'' Daily Mail''A modern day Agatha Christie'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Reader reviewCelia, Juliette and Nadia are complete strangers with one thing in common: they have all been wronged by Ellis Cobain. A wealthy philanthropist on course for a knighthood, Ellis'' public persona is bulletproof - but lurking beneath this veneer is a sinister side that only the women closest to him have seen.When they meet at a boutique hotel on the Cornish coast, brought together by the blind arrogance of their tormentor, they realise what connects them and form a
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Image Comics I Hate Fairyland Compendium One
Book SynopsisJoin Gert, a grown woman trapped in a six-year old girl’s body, who has been stuck in the magical world of Fairyland for over thirty years in this deluxe, mega-sized compendium of the bestselling, fan-favorite comic series!In this deluxe mega-sized compendium, join Gert, a grown woman trapped in a six-year old girl’s body, who has been stuck in the magical world of Fairyland for over thirty years. All Gert wants is to return home, but with an endless array of cute and terrifying Fairylanders blocking her every move, she might lose her mind in the process. We’re talking totally fluffing losing it. Accompanied by a chain-smoking fly named Larry and her trusty blood-soaked battle-axe, Gert battles an army of cosplay Gerts, a goblin king, and her own sanity, only to find herself sucked into a fantasy hellscape forever. Forever ever. Forever ever? Yeah. No biggie. Eisner Award-winning writer and artist SKOTTIE YOUNG (MIDDLEWEST, TWIG, THE M
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Atlantic Books The Dead Men
Book Synopsis'A vivid, gripping story, beautifully handled, with a gem on every page' - Tracy Chevalier'Once again J.C. Harvey has cleared the high bar in historical fiction by a mile.' - S. W. Perry'Vibrant, twisting and compelling' - Minette Walters'Excellent writing, intricate plotting and masterful senses of place and time make Harvey's books compulsive reads.' - HistoriaSummer 1630. The Swedish army is fighting its way down through Germany, with Jack Fiskardo and his company of scouts, or 'discoverers', fighting the guerrilla war ahead of the main advance. There are new allies to be made, new perils to overcome, new enemies to outwit and new adventures to pursue; but there is also a fortune for the taking, a mystery to be solved, and a destiny to fulfil - one that will see Jack brought face-to-face at last with his sworn enemy, Carlo Fantom. And in the wintry forests of Bohemia, that destiny will present Jack with an almost impossible choice - does he pursue his final vengeance, or does he turn aside, to help a child as helpless as he once was himself?Trade ReviewA vivid, gripping story, beautifully handled, with a gem on every page. I'm full of admiration, if not a little envy at Harvey's confidence; she knows exactly what she's doing. -- Tracy Chevalier * Tracy Chevalier *Vibrant, twisting and compelling. The Dead Men will appeal to old and new fans of Jack Fiskardo as he fights for Protestantism in a 17th Century Europe, ravaged by war. This is a series worth following! -- Minette WaltersOnce again J.C. Harvey has cleared the high bar in historical fiction by a mile. -- S. W. Perry * S. W. Perry *[A] marvellous [...] intelligently written romp through history -- NB Magazine * NB Magazine (THE SILVER WOLF) *Multi-layered, compelling and intriguing, The Silver Wolf draws us into the murky underbelly of Europe's Thirty Years' War. -- Minette Walters * Minette Walters (on THE SILVER WOLF) *Excellent writing, intricate plotting and masterful senses of place and time make Harvey's books compulsive reads. -- Frances Owen * Historia *
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HarperCollins Publishers Murder at the Book Festival
Book Synopsis''Wow, what a read! Great plot and characters. Everything you want in a mystery. This series gets better with every book'' NetGalley reviewer, ?????When a body is found at the Merrywell Book Festival, amateur sleuth Violet Brewster must leave no page unturned to solve the mysteryThe small and idyllic village of Merrywell is getting ready to host its first ever book festival, and Violet Brewster is delighted when she is asked to interview the star author.Leonie Stanwick, now a bestselling romance author, is the featured guest of the festival. She was born in Merrywell, but abruptly left when she was 18 years old and never came back.But the festival takes a dark turn when Leonie is found murdered; her return to the village had clearly shaken someone up. When a shocking secret about Leonie's past is revealed, Violet's suspicions must turn to her own neighbours. Who in the village was intent on making sure Leonie could never leave the village again?An utterly gripping and unputdownable Eng
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Canelo 77 North
Book SynopsisIn Siberia, revenge is served ice cold.The epic third instalment from the author of the acclaimed Anthrax Island and Times book of the month, Black Run.An agent the world thinks is dead can be useful. John Tyler has gone rogue, pursuing an international vendetta against those responsible for killing his brother.But he’s lured back by the CIA for one final mission to wipe the slate clean. Simple, for a man like Tyler: journey to an old Soviet-era hotel on an ice-locked island in the frozen wastes of Siberia to obtain information from a Russian scientist about a double agent within NATO. But strange things are afoot, events related to the hotel’s grisly past and the KGB’s Cold war experiments into psychic phenomena...Unexplained deaths revolve around the scientist, and with enemies from Tyler’s own past emerging from the rotting woodwork, he must fight to keep the man alive against the odds. But a killer stalks the hotel’s dilapidated corridors, able, apparently, to kill through concrete walls and sealed doors. As Tyler homes in on the NATO double agent, he quickly realises nothing is as it seems, no-one can be trusted, and his own past is coming back to haunt him...From the steaming jungles of central Africa to the bustling streets of London via the frozen tundra, this is the heart-stopping final instalment in the John Tyler trilogy. Perfect for fans of Alistair MacLean and Robert Ludlum.Praise for the John Tyler series'Sharp enough to cut glass, 77 North is a bullet-quick, best-of-breed action thriller' James Swallow, author of Dark Horizon'Riotously thrilling and deftly intelligent, turning the mayhem up to eleven whilst surgically exploring ideas of duty and honour and betrayal and revenge' Dominic Nolan, author of Past Life'Epic action, mind-twisting mystery and relentless fun. The tension ratchets up page by page until it feels like the book is going to explode in your hands' Tim Glister, author of A Loyal Traitor‘D.L. Marshall is a master of weaving thrilling action set-pieces through an enthralling murder mystery. Impossible to put down, 77 North may just be the best yet!’ Chris McGeorge, author of Half-Past Tomorrow'Think Alistair MacLean but turbo-charged' Ian Rankin on Anthrax Island'A first class thriller with an international cast of characters led by the inimitable and unstoppable John Tyler. Tense, intriguing and deadly' Mari Hannah, author of Without a Trace on Anthrax Island‘It’s like the bastard son of Agatha Christie and Ian Fleming watched The Thing on repeat before bashing out a pacy, locked-room, action-adventure thriller’ Trevor Wood, author of One Way Street on Anthrax Island‘Seriously, if Hercule Poirot and James Bond had a baby and sent him to the Jason Bourne School he would grow up to be John Tyler. Cars, cash, poison, guns, thrills chills and murder – this book has the lot’ SE Moorhead, author of The Treatment on Anthrax Island‘Smart, rocket-paced and super twisty this phenomenal debut thriller is like a cross between Jack Reacher, Bond, and And Then There Were None. A real must read!’ Steph Broadribb on Anthrax Island'Fans of spy fiction will love this. Fans of detective fiction will love this. Fans of thrillers will love this... Everyone's going to love this! I wish I'd written it.’ Russ Thomas, author of Firewatching on Anthrax Island
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Five Nights
Book Synopsis''Glamorous and atmospheric with a cast of brilliantly untrustworthy characters.'' CATHERINE COOPER''Totally gripping... Succession on the high seas.'' HARRIET TYCEA powerful family. A luxury cruise. A killer on boardYou''re invited to join the infamous Scarmado family on a five night voyage aboard their glamorous new ship. It''s a chance to see your best friend, Belle, newly married to Mattia Scarmado. You haven''t seen her in years.FIVEOn the first night, you''ll be wrapped up in the glamour of the ship.FOUROn the second night, you''ll wonder who is sending you threatening notes.THREEOn the third night, someone will die.TWOOn the fourth night, you''ll discover that someone knows the truth of what you did.ONEOn the last night, you''ll be left for dead.WILL YOU MAKE IT BACK TO SHORE ALIVE?''Deadly glamour on the high se
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Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc In the Name of the Mermaid Princess Vol. 1
Book SynopsisIn a society hostile to diversity, can mermaid princess Mio be true to herself?In the classic fairy tale, a mermaid princess gives up her special abilities for love. What happens if she doesn’t?Princess Mio is betrothed to Prince Chika. However, they’ve never met, and he doesn’t know her secret—she’s a mermaid! When her tutor, Yuri, takes her out of the castle to meet her subjects, Mio begins to accept her true self. But Yuri has a secret too… And when Mio tells her father, the king, she wants to live life openly as a mermaid, he punishes her. How can she stay true to herself?Plus, a bonus story about a royal subject with wings!
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Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Blade of the Moon Princess Vol. 3
Book SynopsisDefiant and brash, Princess Kaguya Takenouchi isn’t the ideal heir to the moon''s Silver Court. But when villainous usurpers attack her people, she must rise to the occasion and protect the imperial line.Defiant and vulgar, Princess Kaguya Takenouchi is not the heir to the moon’s Silver Court that her mother’s retainers had hoped for. But when the empress falls ill during a wave of terrorist attacks, Kaguya resolves to do right by her people and rise to the occasion.Stranded on the Tainted World, Kaguya sets out to strike an alliance with the Matsunouchi clan, a branch of the imperial family exiled generations ago. But Kiruhito Matsunouchi finds her first, and an unexpected confrontation between the two will lay bare the secrets of Kaguya’s heritage!
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Penguin Putnam Inc Fur Love or Money
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Kodansha America, Inc Wistoria Wand and Sword 8
Book Synopsis The new, magical dungeon-adventure fantasy series from the author of Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Seeking to fulfill a promise to a childhood friend, Will Serfort enters Regarden Magical Academy with the goal of making it to the top of the magical world. There's just one problem: he can''t use magic! Will his sword skills be the key to unlocking his true potential? THE MAGEBLADE Regarden is left reeling after a host of monsters crashes the Terminalia festival. With the Magia Vander having exhausted all their magic repairing the Great Barrier, Will and the remaining mages are the Tower's last line of defense. Yet this enemy may be too much even for Will...unless the Icemaiden can give him the edge he needs.
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Boom! Studios Once Upon a Time at the End of the World Vol. 3
Book SynopsisThe lifetime-spanning final chapter of Jason Aaron’s post-apocalyptic adventure plagued by romance and tragedy, hope and loss.NOT EVEN IF YOU’RE THE LAST PERSON ON EARTH. Braving the wasteland apart feels unthinkable, yet here Maceo and Mezzy are, isolated on a world breathing its last breaths. Join each on their separate journeys through the darkest, apocalyptic pits of depression-two wayward sides of a coin. Old age at the end of the world is as stark and brutal as it sounds for Mezzy and Maceo, as two people that were once so important to each other are chasms apart. But when a group of ravagers steal technology from one of Maceo’s partners with the intent to hasten the end of earth itself… two former lovers will find themselves stitched together by fate. If they make it out alive… if everyone makes it out alive, will Mezzy and Maceo find love again? Perhaps peace lies elsewhere… Collects Once Upon a Time at the End of the World
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Seven Seas Lazy Dungeon Master Manga Vol. 9
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Canongate Books The Medici Murders
Book SynopsisVenice is a city full of secrets. For hundreds of years it has been the scene of scandal, intrigue and murderous rivalries. And it remains so today.1548, Lorenzino de Medici, himself a murderer and a man few will miss, is assassinated by two hired killers.Today, Marmaduke Godolphin, British TV historian and a man even fewer will miss, is stabbed by a stiletto blade on the exact same spot, his body dropping into the canal.Can the story of the first murder explain the attack on Godolphin? The Carabinieri certainly think so. They recruit retired archivist Arnold Clover to unpick the mystery and to help solve the case. But the conspiracy against Godolphin runs deeper than anyone imagined.Trade ReviewA winning combination of research, make-believe and mouthwatering cuisine. Fans of Donna Leon's Commissario Brunetti, Michael Dibdin's Aurelio Zen and Henry James's The Aspern Papers will love it * * The Times * *Serious history buffs are in for a treat * * Kirkus Reviews * *Hewson educates and entertains in equal measure * * Publishers Weekly * *[A] character-rich, history-drenched reading experience * * Booklist * *An elaborately detailed historical series, heavy with Venetian atmosphere * * Library Journal * *Praise for David Hewson: "Hewson's inventiveness never flags" * * Sunday Times * *Hewson keeps the reader guessing . . . Relentlessly tightening the suspense until the end * * Daily Telegraph * *Masterful impassioned writing -- RICHARD ARMITAGEHewson does more than provide a thrilling read. He saves you the airfare to Italy. When you turn the last page, you'll think you've been there -- LINWOOD BARCLAYHewson . . . effortlessly keeps thrills coming a mile a minute -- JEFFERY DEAVER
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Hodder & Stoughton Old Country: The Reddit sensation, soon to be a
Book Synopsis'It is almost impossible to put down' - Lisa Tuttle, GUARDIAN'A stonking great slice of American folk horror: modern trauma layered with ancient evil' - DAILY MAILThe ranch was our dream home. Nestled in the arms of a valley below the Teton mountains, acres upon acres of wilderness, our nearest neighbours over a mile away . . .Beautiful, serene - isolated. Perfect. Until, naturally, the only neighbours for miles turned out to be crazy and delivered us a dire warning: The valley is cursed. Every season a spirit will manifest itself in increasingly disturbing ways, starting with an eerie light in the pond, and will kill you if you don't light a fire and-We made them leave then. Put it to the back of our minds and went about living our new, nearly perfect, lives.Then spring came, and so did the light . . .With piercing psychological insight and a profound feeling for the natural world, Old Country unspools an unrelenting narrative of terror and suspense.*****'What started as the spookiest of tales on Reddit - I should know, as I love them - sparked a tour-de-force of a novel that perfectly renders the tensions of living in isolation and the unforgiving passage of the seasons' - Thomas Olde Heuvelt, author of HEX and Echo'Old Country ramps up our day-to-day household rituals to dizzying heights of horror. Domestic bliss has never been more terrifying' - Clay McLeod Chapman, author of Whisper Down The Lane'I genuinely found it very hard to put down . . . Is there such a thing as humanistic horror? If not, I think these guys might have just invented it' - James Brogden, author of Hekla's ChildrenTrade ReviewThis is classic supernatural horror, made freshly compelling with believable characters and perfect pacing. It is almost impossible to put down * Guardian *A stonking great slice of American folk horror: modern trauma layered with ancient evil * Daily Mail *I admired the way the authors wrote about these completely impossible events and still managed to make them plausible, frightening and totally compelling * On Magazine *What started as the spookiest of tales on Reddit-I should know, as I love them-sparked a tour-de-force of a novel that perfectly renders the tensions of living in isolation and the unforgiving passage of the seasons of the natural world. On top of that, Old Country delivers an unyielding sense of dread and suspense. I can't wait for more from the Query brothers * Thomas Olde Heuvelt, author of HEX and Echo. *Who cooks? Who cleans? Who kills? Old Country ramps up our day-to-day household rituals to dizzying heights of horror. Domestic bliss has never been more terrifying * Clay McLeod Chapman, author of Whisper Down The Lane *If you're a fan of creeping, atmospheric folk horror, the Brothers Query deliver. This book will have you peering out your window at the dark spaces between the trees, certain that someone - or something - is out there watching you back. Highly recommended * Ronald Malfi, author of Come with Me *An artful chiller. Old Country stirs up our primal dread of a hostile wilderness, indifferent to man, that's reminiscent of such great works as Algernon Blackwood's The Wendigo * Lincoln Child, #1 New York Times bestselling author *An extraordinarily assured debut: uncanny yet real, both lyrical and brutal, rich with truth about life and death * Michael Rutger, author of The Anomaly *Action-packed horror . . . Fans of Stephen King and Paul Tremblay will find this a satisfying escape into the woods * Kirkus Reviews *[Old Country] captures the incomprehensible terror of an ancient supernatural entity with great skill. The set-pieces are physically and emotionally brutal, and many times I genuinely found it very hard to put down. More than that, Harry's and Sasha's attempts to rationalise something that makes no effort to be accommodating becomes a powerful metaphor not just for their attempts to cope with the aftermath of his war-trauma, but also for humanity's relationship with the natural world. I like that there's no cosy resolution - no happy-ever-after, no world-consuming nihilism; this is a tale that says we must make our own peace with the horrors that we find, and so I suppose it's quite a celebration of the strength of the human spirit. Is there such a thing as humanistic horror? If not, I think these guys might have just invented it * James Brogden, author of Hekla's Children *
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Titan Books Ltd Too Many Bullets
Book SynopsisAcclaimed 'True Crime' detective Nathan Heller, whose cases have sold more than 1 million copies, returns to uncover the secrets behind Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 assassination in this brand-new novel from bestselling Road to Perdition author Max Allan Collins.
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HarperCollins Publishers The House of Fever
Book Synopsis''Shimmering with menace, this is a deliciously Gothic treat'' Heat''What a book! So intriguing, with a terrific plot and strong characters'' Prima''Simmering with secrets, this beguiling mystery is a dark delight' Essie Fox, author of The Fascination''Builds an uneasy atmosphere that crept under my skin and kept me guessing until the end'' Hester Musson, author of The BeholdersCan she unlock the secrets of The House of Fever?1935, Hedoné House, a luxurious sanatorium for the creative elite dedicated to the groundbreaking treatment of tuberculosis. As the doctor's new wife, Agnes Templeton has pledged her life to a house of fever.But Hedoné is no ordinary hospital. High society rubs shoulders with artists, poets and musicians. No expense is spared on the comfort of the guests, and champagne flows freely. It's a world away from everything Agnes knows.Her husband's methods are unusual. There are whisperings about past patients and even a cure. Hedoné's secrets draw Agnes in, revealing tr
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HarperCollins Publishers The Devil You Know
Book SynopsisA tense and twisty thriller that had me gnawing my fingernails one minute and laughing out loud the next.'Marion ToddA CASE GONE COLDSix years ago, Beata Dabrowski arranged to meet her lover in Glasgow and was never seen again. There were no leads until now.AN UNRELIABLE WITNESS Imprisoned gang boss Davie Hardie wants to talk in exchange for his freedom. He knows exactly where Beata is buried, and he's prepared to take the police to her grave.A KILLER DESPERATE TO ESCAPEBut when the mission to locate Beata's body is hijacked, DS Max Craigie is drafted on to the case. Someone is selling secrets.Max will stop at nothing to expose police corruption and uncover Beata's murderer but can you ever really trust a killer to catch a killer?Don't miss the next book in the DS Max Craigie series! Fans of Ian Rankin and Marion Todd will love this utterly gripping Scottish thriller!Praise for The Devil You KnowNeil Lancaster is one of the most exciting, innovative crime writers in the UK right now On
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Hodder & Stoughton The Prisoner
Book SynopsisSecrets. Suspicion. Survival. No one writes relationships better than B.A. PARIS''A rollercoaster ride, with plenty of twists'' OBSERVER''The explosive start of this book sets up a compelling plot [...] written in well-executed super-edgy, short, sharp chapters and the description of her confinement is full of claustrophobic detail and menace'' DAILY MAIL''Book of the Month: chilling, intense and frightening in places, you''ll be left wondering what is real and what isn''t'' WOMAN & HOMETHENAmelie has always been a survivor, from losing her parents as a child in Paris to making it on her own in London. As she builds a career for herself in the magazine industry, she meets, and agrees to marry, Ned Hawthorne.NOWAmelie wakes up in a pitch-black room, not knowing where she is. Why has she been taken? Who are her mysterious captors? And why does she soon feel safer here,Trade ReviewWith twists and turns aplenty, scandal, mystery and a strong protagonist, this thriller will keep the reader guessing until the very last page! * Candis Magazine *Fans of the author will be enthralled by this. I loved the short chapters in part one, which really added to the rising tension * Prima Magazine *Elegant, taut, ingeniously plotted and extremely addictive. Superb! * Will Dean *Dark and compulsive . . . B.A. Paris again conjures up the tense claustrophobia of Behind Closed Doors and delivers yet another brilliant, unputdownable read * Gilly Macmillan *Wow! What a ride! A tantalising, taut, tense thriller * Jane Corry *Dark, daring and irresistible. B.A. Paris takes a clever, sinister survival story and further elevates it with her trademark style and heart. Truly impossible to put down * Chris Whitaker *Pacy, gripping from the get-go, and with so many twists! I felt so strongly for Amelie and was rooting for her the entire book. The Prisoner is a brilliant addition to B.A. Paris's stella stable of thrillers * L.V. Matthews *Intense and gripping, The Prisoner is suffused with intrigue and menace * Emma Haughton *Clever, twisty and unusual * Louise Beech *Taut, suspenseful, loaded with twists and surprises, and the true definition of a just-one-more-chapter page-turner. It's another B.A. Paris triumph - complex, compelling and absolutely impossible to resist * C.M. Ewan *So utterly gripping I finished it in one heart-racing afternoon. Clobbered me from the first page and kept me hostage until I'd turned the last * Emma Bamford *This web of fear and lies is much more complex, satisfyingly so, than Room, involving many more characters, intricate plotting, and layers of subterfuge. Paris's fans won't be disappointed and readers new to the author will be hooked * First Clue *The explosive start of this book sets up a compelling plot [...] written in well-executed super-edgy, short, sharp chapters and the description of her confinement is full of claustrophobic detail and menace * Daily Mail *It's a rollercoaster ride, with plenty of twists * The Observer *Book of the Month: chilling, intense and frightening in places, you'll be left wondering what is real and what isn't * Woman & Home *Chilling, intense and downright frightening in places * Woman's Weekly *Pulse pounding * Crime Monthly *Another nail-biting thriller. A gripping and twisted love story * Hello! *A dark, gripping story * Bella Magazine *Punchy chapters ramp up the suspense * Peterborough Telegraph *Paris skilfully stitches together domestic noir with a kidnap thriller and the result is a gripping read * Daily Mirror *The tension is electric * The Sun *This has the best opening scene of any thriller this year. Thoughtful and surprising writing * Daily Mail *
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Little, Brown & Company 86--EIGHTY-SIX, Vol. 12 (light novel)
Book SynopsisThe Republic's evacuation resulted in massive casualties on both sides, and the fallout takes a toll on everyone. As Shin muses on what it means to be a leader, Lena thinks of her homeland, now lost to her forever. Frederica, too, is dismayed by her own powerlessness as the ill-fated Empire's last Empress—she'll have to change if she wants to survive. Meanwhile, discontent is brewing within the Empire, and a few disaffected squadrons, desperate to reverse the state of the war, reach for a dangerous miracle...?
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Bonnier Books Ltd The Expectant Detectives
Book SynopsisMotherland meets Midsomer Murders in this fresh and funny mystery about a group of soon-to-be mums who turn detective when there's a murder at their antenatal class. 'Cosy crime at its finest!' JANICE HALLETT'A sharply witty debut' SIMON BRETT'The epitome of fun and witty cosy crime' iPAPER**DON'T MISS THE NEXT MOTHERS' MURDER CLUB MYSTERY: DEAD TIRED. AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER NOW!**For Alice and her partner Joe, moving to the sleepy Cotswold village of Penton is a chance to embrace country life and prepare for the birth of their unexpected first child. He can take up woodwork; maybe she'll learn to make jam. But the rural idyll they'd hoped for doesn't quite pan out when a dead body is discovered at their local antenatal class and they find themselves suspects in a murder investigation.With a cloud of suspicion hanging over the heads of the
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Quercus Publishing The Book of Chameleons
Book Synopsis'Ingenious, consistently taut and witty' TLS 'Humorous and quizzical, with a light touch on weighty themes, the narrative darts about with lizard-like colour and velocity' Independent'Strange, elliptical, charming' Guardian 'A poetic, beguiling meditation on truth and storytelling . . . from the dreamscapes of magical realism to a gripping political thriller and even a murder mystery' New InternationalistFélix Ventura trades in memories, a slippery character selling new pasts to people whose bright futures lack only a good lineage, and wiping clean the slate of their identity.In a narrative that darts between past and present Angola, a bookish albino man, a beautiful woman, a mysterious foreigner and a witty talking lizard come together to discover their real origins. For theirs is a world where the truth seems to shift from moment to moment and where history itself is up for grabs . . .WINNER OF THE INDEPENDENT FOREIGN FICTION PRIZE'A work of fierce originality' Independent'Without doubt one of the most important Portuguese-language writers of his generation' ANTÓNIO LOBO ANTUNES'Cross J. M. Coetzee with Gabriel García Márquez and you've got José Eduardo Agualusa' ALAN KAUFMANTranslated from the Portuguese by Daniel HahnTrade ReviewFierce originality, vindicating the power of creativity to transform the most sinister acts. Not since Gregor Samsa's metamorphosis have we had such a convincing non-human narrator, brought vividly home to us by Daniel Hahn -- Amanda Hopkinson * Independent *Strange, elliptical, charming * Guardian *Humorous and quizzical, with a light touch on weighty themes, the narrative darts about with lizard-like colour and velocity -- Boyd Tonkin * Independent *Witty and perceptive. Agualusa has the distinction of being the first Angolan writer to be translated into English * Herald *A curious tale of memory and how it can be shaped, threaded with literary nods, where dreams and reality interweave, and reality itself is interpreted in myriad ways . . . with truths shifting against a vividly drawn sense of place * Metro *A magical tale of metamorphosis, friendship and revenge. Hahn's English translation matches the original's playful inventiveness with language. I loved this book. -- margaret jull costaA subtle, beguiling story of shifting identities * Kirkus Review *A poetic, beguiling meditation on truth and storytelling, a political thriller and a wholly satisfying murder mystery. * New Internationalist *Lovers of stylish literary fiction will rejoice at this charming tale by Angolan writer Agualusa * Publishers Weekly *
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twenty7 Little Bones: A disturbing Irish crime thriller
Book SynopsisFor fans of Patricia Gibney, Angela Marsons, Robert Dugoni and Alex Barclay, Little Bones introduces Cathy Connolly, a bright young heroine set to take the world of crime fiction by storm.Attending what seems to be a routine break-in, troubled Detective Garda Cathy Connolly makes a grisly discovery: an old wedding dress - and, concealed in its hem, a baby's bones.And then the dress's original owner, Lavinia Grant, is found dead in a Dublin suburb.Searching for answers, Cathy is drawn deep into a complex web of secrets and lies spun by three generations of women.Meanwhile, a fugitive killer has already left two dead in execution style killings across the Atlantic - and now he's in Dublin with old scores to settle. Will the team track him down before he kills again?Struggling with her own secrets, Cathy doesn't know dangerous - and personal - this case is about to become...'Instantly gripping, perfectly paced, and filled with a brilliant cast of characters' Alex BarclayTrade ReviewInstantly gripping, perfectly paced, and filled with a brilliant cast of characters, led by the utterly likeable and relatable Detective Cathy Connolly. Writer Sam Blake moves cleverly between locations making sure that the reader is always in an interesting and revealing place that will bring them closer to uncovering the truth. And from the murky depths of these buried secrets comes an ending that truly shines. * Alex Barclay *A stunning slap in the face of a novel. Beginning with a crime so shocking in its intensity that you have to read twice to grasp the horror. Then the narrative truly kicks in with breath-taking speed. Superb writing and a plot of adrenalised depth. This is easily a contender already for Irish crime novel of the year.Be warned, the ending will rend your heart * Ken Bruen *PD James meets Karin Slaughter in this stylish debut. Sam Blake has created a heroine crime sleuths will love in DC Cathy Connolly. She's feisty, yet vulnerable, extremely intelligent, yet deeply instinctive. In other words, the kind of woman you want to have a glass of wine with and pour your heart out to. * Niamh O'Connor *It's always a delight when fiction provides women with depth and personality . . . a deliberately paced, character driver mystery coupled with some genuinely creepy moments and labyrinthine twists makes Little Bones a worthwhile summer read. * The Irish Times *This dark and juddering thriller . . . A major boon in Little Bones' appeal factor is Det Cat Connolly who leaps from the page . . . Little Bones has discussions to raise via Cat and her personal life, themes that colour the contemporary Ireland backdrop for the uninitiated. * Sunday Independent *From the very first page the reader is treated to a tense, fast-paced journey of suspense. A thrilling debut with a gutsy protagonist and a memorable story. The pages will practically turn themselves . . . Highly Recommended. * Bleach House Library *One to watch. * Crime Always Pays blog *A truly engrossing read * Independent.ie *'Tightly plotted, believably charactered and told with style - what more can you want? A great debut.' * The Bookbag *'With so many twists and turns, both expected and unexpected, this book is entirely engrossing. I enjoyed this book so much that at just over halfway in I was already recommending it to friends that I thought would appreciate it.' * The Quiet Knitter *'Addictive, shocking and full of mystery. I cannot wait to read more from this author.' * Supermum *'There are separate parallel story lines and viewpoints that take events outside Ireland as the mysteries add up. The stories revolve around women in this complex police procedural. Family relationships, greed and memory are examined in this extremely well-told, well-written novel.' * Crime Thriller Hound, book of the week *'a feisty new addition to the growing number of female police detectives in crime fiction...Like all the best fictional detectives, Cat comes to us complete with her own complex backstory and personality quirks. She is strong-willed, independent, smart-mouthed and funny. She is, in short, a great character (as well as being a champion kick boxer)...With a real cliff-hanger ending, this is a highly-recommended wintery read. Cat Connolly is a great addition to the world of crime fiction and I cannot wait to see what happens to her next.' * Crime Squad *It's hard to believe this is a debut novel. It's all extremely mysterious and it takes at least two thirds of the novel before the coin finally dropped and I got the bigger picture on how all the puzzle pieces fit (perfectly and brilliantly) together. There was definitely more going on than I ever expected. * The Belgian Reviewer *From the first page I was hooked and couldn't read it fast enough...And THAT ending, I really didn't see it coming...There's is definitely a new heroine on the block in the form of Garda Cathy Connolly & I've got a new girl crush too. Highly Recommended. * Celeste Loves Books *an ambitious debut novel, a meticulously researched police procedural and a striking example of the crime novel as a vehicle for exploring society's flaws and faultlines. Cathy Connolly is a compelling character, a creation as complicated, flawed and gripping as Little Bones itself, and one who augurs well for Sam Blake's future. * The Irish Examiner *There's freshness to the setting and the characters and a warmth to the writing. The strong plot lines are skilfully woven together...a gripping and well-paced read from a promising new writer. * Christine Poulson *'Really excited to read the first in the series from a new author and I am really looking forward to getting to know the characters more in the future. A definite must read for crime fiction enthusiasts. You'll enjoy this if you like : Ann Cleeves, Sheila Bugler, Peter James.' * BookMuse UK *
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Rebellion Publishing Ltd. The Sarge Volume 1
Book SynopsisTHEY DEPENDED ON THE SARGE. AND THE WORLD DEPENDED ON THEM.British Sergeant Jim Masters, a veteran of WW1, has to protect and lead his inexperienced platoon during the Second World War.From Dunkirk to North Africa, the might of the German Army face the ultimate adversaries when Masters and his boys spring into action - Nothing can substitute experience!
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HarperCollins Publishers Last Seen in Santorini
Book SynopsisReal escapismfor me the book was an absolute win' ?????A gorgeous Greek islandA stranger in a veilAnd a fatal fall from the cliffsMiss Atalanta Ashford is sightseeing near Venice when a mysterious veiled lady approaches her with the urgent request to look into her daughter''s mysterious death on the idyllic Greek island of Santorini. Whilst working as a companion for the eminent Bucardi family, the unfortunate girl took a plunge from the dramatic cliffs during a walk alone. But is all as it seems?Sailing to Santorini and going undercover as the new companion, Miss Ashford soon discovers that her client hasn''t told her the full truth. Someone is watching her. Now she must unravel the mystery and prevent the breathtaking azure sea views from becoming the last she too will ever seeLook out for more Miss Ashford mysteries and get your passports ready as you travel with her to some of the most sought-after destinations on the continentBook 1: Mystery in ProvenceBook 2: Last Seen in SantoriTrade ReviewReader reviews for Vivian Conroy: ‘A good old-fashioned whodunit’ ‘Vivian most definitely did not disappoint’ ‘Engaging, well written, and entertaining’ ‘Fantastic stories’ ‘If you like a really good mystery on a par with Christie then this is for you’
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Atlantic Books Rome's Executioner
Book SynopsisThracia, AD30: Even after four years military service at the edge of the Roman world, Vespasian can't escape the tumultuous politics of an Empire on the brink of disintegration. His patrons in Rome have charged him withthe clandestine extraction of an old enemy from a fortress on the banks of the Danube before it falls to the Roman legion besieging it.Vespasian's mission is the key move in a deadly struggle for the right to rule the Roman Empire. The man he has been ordered to seize could be the witness that will destroy Sejanus, commander of the Praetorian Guard and ruler of the Empire in all but name. Before he completes his mission, Vespasian will face ambush in snowbound mountains, pirates on the high seas, and Sejanus's spies all around him. But by far the greatest danger lies at the rotten heart of the Empire, at the nightmarish court of Tiberius, Emperor of Rome and debauched, paranoid madman.______________________________________________Don't miss Robert Fabbri's epic new series Alexander's Legacy Trade ReviewRobert Fabbri has a winner on his hands. * The BookPlank *A stonking read. * Classic FM *Fabbri's Vespasian novels have been creating quite a stir. * The History Girls *
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Quercus Publishing Dead Line
Book SynopsisMI5 Intelligence Officer Liz Carlyle is summoned to a meeting with her boss Charles Wetherby, head of the Service's Counter-Espionage Branch. His counterpart over at MI6 has received alarming intelligence from a high-placed Syrian source. A Middle East peace conference is planned to take place at Gleneagles in Scotland and several heads of state will attend. The Syrians have learned that two individuals are mounting an operation to disrupt the peace conference in a way designed to be spectacular, laying the blame at Syria's door. The source claims that Syrian Intelligence will act against the pair, presumably by killing them. No one knows who they are or what they are planning to do. Are they working together? Who is controlling them? Or is the whole story a carefully laid trail of misinformation? It is Liz's job to find out. But, as she discovers, the threat is far greater than she or anyone else could have imagined. The future of the whole of the Middle East is at stake and the conference deadline is drawing ever closer.Trade Review'A beguiling and successful debut' Evening Standard. * Evening Standard *'A tense, terrifying read we couldn't put down' Cosmopolitan. * Cosmopolitan *'A wealth of persuasive detail, obviously drawn from first hand experience' Marie Claire. * Marie Claire *'The details of how MI5 conducts its business are fascinating ... Stella establishes a cracking pace and keeps you guessing right up until the end' Sunday Express. * Sunday Express *'This is something rare: the spy novel that prizes authenticity over fabrication, that is true to the character and spirit of intelligence work' Mail on Sunday. * Mail on Sunday *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC A Taint in the Blood
Book SynopsisKATE SHUGAK is a native Aleut working as a private investigator in Alaska. She's 5 foot 1 inch tall, carries a scar that runs from ear to ear across her throat and owns a half-wolf, half-husky dog named Mutt. Resourceful, strong-willed, defiant, Kate is tougher than your average heroine – and she needs to be to survive the worst the Alaskan wilds can throw at her. A TAINT IN THE BLOOD: A daughter hires Kate to clear her mother's name. Twenty years ago, her mother was convicted of arson and murder, of setting fire to the family home while her two sons were inside. One died, and one was maimed. Her daughter has always believed in her innocence. But now her mother is terminally ill, and time is running out...Trade ReviewAn outstanding series. * Washington Post *In the crowded field of crime fiction, Kate Shugak is unique. -- Michael ConnellyIf you like mysteries, rich settings and engaging characters let me recommend Dana Stabenow. -- Diana Gabaldon
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HarperCollins Publishers The Demon Club
Book SynopsisAn unforgettable Ben Hope thriller from the #1 bestseller.Life is good for ex-SAS soldier and rescue specialist Ben Hope. He's found love, peace and happiness at last That is, until a man he's never seen before sits beside him on a plane, and makes him a proposal that turns his whole world upside down.Now Ben must embark on a deadly mission to eliminate a former SAS comrade, the enigmatic, elusive and highly capable Jaden Wolf. If Ben fails, the people he cares about will die as punishment.In a high-speed chase across Europe, Ben gradually learns the terrifying and disturbing truth about the men who have ensnared him in their clutches. A dark Satanic cult exists within the halls of power, and the only way for Ben to save himself and his loved ones is to declare war on the forces of evil. But who will win?People can't get enough of the Ben Hope series:Compelling from the first page until the last, Mariani and his fabulous protagonist Ben Hope entertain in a gripping tale that will have Trade Review Praise for Scott Mariani: ‘Compelling from the first page until the last, Mariani and his fabulous protagonist Ben Hope entertain in a gripping tale that will have you turning the pages well into the night’ Mark Dawson ‘Thrilling. Scott Mariani is at the top of his game’ Andy McDermott ‘A high level of realism … the action scenes come thick and fast. Like the father of the modern thriller, Frederick Forsyth, Mariani has a knack for embedding his plots in the fears and preoccupations of their time’ Shots Magazine ‘James Bond meets Jason Bourne meets The Da Vinci Code’ J. L. Carrell ‘Fans of Dan Brown will love this thrilling adventure’ Closer 'Non-stop action – this book delivers’ Steve Berry ‘If you’ve got a pulse, you’ll love Scott Mariani; if you haven’t, then maybe you crossed Ben Hope’ Simon Toyne ‘Full of authentic detail and heart-stopping action – a real thrill ride’ Ed Macy ‘Establishes Scott Mariani as an author to watch’ M. J. Rose ‘Packed with dark intrigue, danger around every corner, bullets flying, sexual tension, and an endless assault of nasty villains . . . everything a thriller should be and more’ Joe Moore ‘Scott Mariani is an awesome writer’ Chris Kuzneski
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Hodder & Stoughton Speaking In Tongues
Book SynopsisWords are the most dangerous weapons on earth in this mesmerizing early standalone thriller.Trade ReviewThe best psychological thriller writer around * Peter Millar, The Times *'Compulsive, gripping thriller' - Sunday Mirror'Anyone familiar with the writing of this master of the twist and turn has doubtless been anticipating the arrival of his next paperback . . . Deaver is a silver screen kind of thriller writer and this rollercoaster ride through the twisted brain of an academic-cum-complete lunatic is no exception' - West Lancashire Evening Gazette, Wigan Evening Post, Lancashire Evening PostFilled with twists and turns, this is a terrifying tale * Asda Magazine *Compulsive, gripping thriller * Sunday Mirror *Anyone familiar with the writing of this master of the twist and turn has doubtless been anticipating the arrival of his next paperback * West Lancashire Evening Gazette *
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Pan Macmillan A Simple Favour
Book SynopsisDarcey Bell was raised on a dairy farm in western Iowa and is a preschool teacher in Chicago. She was born in 1981. Her debut novel is A Simple Favour, a tense psychological thriller set in Connecticut.
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Pan Macmillan The African Queen
Book SynopsisCentral Africa, 1914; Rose Sayer, a thirty-three year-old English woman, is left alone when her missionary brother dies. Her only route out is aboard The African Queen, a steam-powered launch captained by Cockney mechanic, Charlie Alnutt. Determined to do her bit for the war effort and to avenge her brother, Rose persuades Charlie that they should attack the German gunboat, the Königin Luise. And so begins a most unlikely alliance and love affair, as Charlie and Rose venture down the treacherous Ulanga river encountering danger and adventure at every turn.This beautiful Macmillan Collector's Library edition of The African Queen by C. S. Forester features an introduction by the award-winning author and journalist, Giles Foden.Designed to appeal to the booklover, the Macmillan Collector's Library is a series of beautiful gift editions of much loved classic titles. Macmillan Collector's Library are books to love and treasure.
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