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Book SynopsisCARBIDE explores the underbelly of the Ukrainian smuggling industry.

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Book SynopsisThe Vinyl Detective plunges into the world of death metal in his sixth adventure. Expect laughs, LPs, cats and the return of fan favourites, Nevada, Tinkler, Stinky Stanmer and more. It starts with a perfectly normal evening in, except for the corpse-faced gentleman dressed all in black, with a crow on his shoulder, staring into the house, of course. And the visit from Owyn Wynter, head of Whyte Ravyn Records, who needs the Detective's unique skills. So begins an all-expenses-paid trip to Trollesko, Sweden for the Detective, Nevada, Tinkler and Agatha to track down a copy of the debut album from demonic metal legends, Storm Dream Troopers. Condemned by the church and banned on release, Attack and Decay is a legendary record. But their trip to the homelands of Nordic noir is quickly thrust into a world of intrigue as the Detective closes in on the deal, the band unexpectedly converge on the peaceful town, And worse, their trip somehow coincides with a visit from Stinky Stanmer... Soon the bodies start piling up, and the Vinyl Detective is the only one who can solve the case.Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE VINYL DETECTIVE "Hilarious and thrilling." - Ben Aaronovitch, author of the Rivers of London series. "Cartmel has a gift for bringing you into his characters' world and making you want to stay there which simply makes this a joy to read." - Blue Book Balloon Review "Cartmel is getting a great tune out of the characters... Will have you chuckling out loud." - SFBook Review "Character is what Cartmel does well... An entertaining detective story with a slightly different vibe." - The Dreamcage Review "An enthralling mystery with a wonderful gallery of grotesques." Ben Aaronovitch "One of the most innovative concepts in crime fiction for many years. Once you are hooked into the world of the Vinyl Detective it is very difficult to leave." Nev Fountain "Like an old 45rpm record, this book crackles with brilliance." David Quantick "This tale of crime, cats and rock & roll unfolds with an authentic sense of the music scene then and now - and a mystery that will keep you guessing." Stephen Gallagher "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 Aaronovitch, bestselling author of Rivers of London "The Vinyl Detective is one of the sharpest and most original characters I've seen for a long time." David Quantick, Emmy Award-winning producer of VEEP "Crime fiction as it should be, played loud through a valve amp and Quad speakers. No digital writing here, it's warm and rich. Every delicate pop and crackle adding character and flavour. Witty, charming and filled with exciting solos. Quite simply: groovy." Guy Adams, critically acclaimed author of The Clown Service "marvelously inventive and endlessly fascinating" Publishers Weekly "This charming mystery feels as companionable as a leisurely afternoon trawling the vintage shops with a good friend." Booklist (starred review)

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Book SynopsisBritish author and screenwriter Adam Hamdy works with studios and production companies on both sides of the Atlantic. As well as creating the Scott Pearce series, which comprises Black 13 and Red Wolves, he is the author of the Pendulum trilogy, an epic series of conspiracy thriller novels. James Patterson described Pendulum as one of the best thrillers of the year', and the novel was a finalist for the Glass Bell Award for contemporary fiction. Pendulum was chosen as book of the month by Goldsboro Books and was selected for the BBC's Radio 2 Book Club. Prior to embarking on his writing career, Adam was a strategy consultant and advised global businesses in the medical systems, robotics, technology and financial services sectors.Trade ReviewEver inventive, ever surprising, Hamdy is fast carving a name as one of the most intelligent and gripping thriller writers of our time -- Peter JamesAdam Hamdy has created a unique protagonist in Scott Pearce. Muscular prose, a pace that doesn’t let up and a setting that feels disturbingly close to the truth make for a thrilling read. Recommended -- Mark DawsonA terrific read. Meticulous in every detail. Another classy thriller from Adam Hamdy -- Mari HannahPure adventure – Red Wolves delivers high stakes, high octane action with a global scope and a devilish threat for Scott Pearce to face down. Thrilling stuff! -- C. M. Ewan, bestselling author of Safe House and A Window BreaksA scorching thriller that will make you question where we are as a country . . . and where we might be heading -- Anthony HorowitzExcellent . . . Packed with relentless pace and hard-edged thrills -- James SwallowMove over Jason Bourne, Scott Pearce is in town . . . A breathless rollercoaster of a ride -- Fiona CumminsHamdy creates smart adrenaline-charged action scenes * The Times *High speed, hi-tech, high octane throughout. Entertaining and thought-provoking -- Amer AnwarIntroduces readers to . . . Scott Pearce who looks set to become the British Jason Bourne or Jack Reacher. A stunning book deserving huge success * Daily Express *A kinetic ride * Financial Times *Bond for the new age . . . Timely, tense, terrifying -- K. J. Howe, international bestselling author of Skyjack

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Book Synopsis'A PERFECTLY PLOTTED FESTIVE MYSTERY' SUSI HOLLIDAY, AUTHOR OF THE PARTY SEASON'A DELICIOUS LOCKED ROOM MYSTERY' VAL MCDERMIDTwelve clues. Twelve keys. Twelve days of Christmas.But who will survive until Twelfth Night?Lily Armitage never intended to return to Endgame House - the grand family home where her mother died twenty-one Christmases ago. Until she receives a letter from her aunt, asking her to return to take part in an annual tradition: the Christmas Game. The challenge? Solve twelve clues, to find twelve keys. The prize? The deeds to the manor house.Lily has no desire to win the house. But her aunt makes one more promise: The clues will also reveal who really killed Lily's mother all those years ago.So, for the twelve days of Christmas, Lily must stay at Endgame House with her estranged cousins and unravel the riddles that hold the key not just to the family home, but to its darkest secrets. However, it soon becomes clear that her cousins all have their own reasons for wanting to win the house - and not all of them are playing fair.As a snowstorm cuts them off from the village, the game turns deadly. Soon Lily realises that she is no longer fighting for an inheritance, but for her life.This Christmas is to die for . . . Let the game beginREADERS LOVE THE CHRISTMAS MURDER GAME:'I could not be more in love with this book if I tried''An absolute must read''Poetic, immersive and imbued with heart as well as an icy bite''the perfect read to snuggle up with in the bleak midwinter!''A wonderful read on a cold snowy winters day, sit back and enjoy the ride''Cluedo in a book!''An absolutely brilliant read for this time of year!''My favourite book of this year so far!'

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Book SynopsisIn this riveting new action fantasy series, an ordinary guy named Ray White somehow gains admission to Arnold Academy of Magic, a school for elite magicians. But could he be connected to the mighty Iceblade Sorcerer of legend?An addictive manga with a classic feel sure to appeal to fantasy and isekai fans alike, from the editorial team behind FAIRY TAIL 100 Years Quest and Shaman King: FAUST8.A commoner from the countryside, Ray White finds himself surrounded by the children of aristocrats at Arnold Academy of Magic. Fortunately, he quickly befriends the talented daughter of a noble house, a half-elf short on self-confidence, and a friendly musclehead. Together, the four take on their first practical test in the Kafka Forest. But hey, wait! How did a seemingly talentless commoner like Ray get into Arnold Academy in the first place...?

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Book SynopsisA new investigation by Verónica Rosenthal, the audacious Buenos Aires journalist. A director of the magazine where she works and his ex-partner have been executed in cold blood. The authorities are trying to pass the murders off as a burglary gone wrong. Veronica has her doubts.

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Book SynopsisIn this riveting new action fantasy series, an ordinary guy named Ray White somehow gains admission to Arnold Academy of Magic, a school for elite magicians. But could he be connected to the mighty Iceblade Sorcerer of legend?An addictive manga with a classic feel sure to appeal to fantasy and isekai fans alike, from the editorial team behind FAIRY TAIL 100 Years Quest and Shaman King: FAUST8.A commoner from the countryside, Ray White finds himself surrounded by the children of aristocrats at Arnold Academy of Magic. Fortunately, he quickly befriends the talented daughter of a noble house, a half-elf short on self-confidence, and a friendly musclehead. Together, the four take on their first practical test in the Kafka Forest. But hey, wait! How did a seemingly talentless commoner like Ray get into Arnold Academy in the first place...?

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Book SynopsisA ghost ship full of long-lost gold beckons, and Biggles gets an icy reception...Biggles, Algie, Bertie and Ginger are visited by Grimes, an old pal from the war, whose father, a Merchant Navy captain known as Jumbo, is in a spot of bother. He was recently tricked into skippering a crew of seal poachers to an islet off Antarctica. While there, they spotted an old ship – still rigged for sail – trapped in the pack ice. After an investigation of the ship, Jumbo overheard the words ‘starry’ and ‘crown’ from the jubilant crew.An avid fan of an unsolved mysteries, Biggles immediately recognises the importance of these words. Jumbo and his crew had stumbled upon the long-lost schooner Starry Crown, which went missing seventy years prior with a ton of Australian gold ingots aboard. There have been several sightings and ill-fated recovery expeditions since, but no one has ever retrieved the gold.Grimes reckons that they might be able to beat the poachers to the treasure if they were to go by air, and wonders if Biggles is interested in an adventure. After making a few enquiries, Biggles agrees to the expedition, but there is more than gold in the Starry Crown, and no help for miles across Antarctica’s vast silence…Wrap up warm for a classic Biggles adventure to the frozen continent of Antarctica.

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of Death and Croissants and Death and Fromage comes a murder mystery perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Julia Chapman, or MC Beaton Richard Ainsworth's French B&B has been taken over by a production company shooting a historical film at the Château de Valençay. But everything grinds to a halt with the sudden passing of an actor under suspicious circumstances. To get to the bottom of things, Valérie d'Orçay and Richard offer catering services to the hastily resumed production. There they discover that the vanity, duplicity and murder of an 18th century French court is nothing compared to that of a 21st century film set, with more heads yet to roll.Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE FOLLET VALLEY MYSTERY SERIES ‘A very funny page-turner. Fantastique!’ Adam Kay‘An engaging caper… It is finely paced, truly funny and written with a wry detachment that conjures up a gentler age of murder mystery’ The Times'Bloody and funny. In fact, bloody funny!' Alan Carr'A writer of immense wit and charm' Paul Sinha‘Like going on a joyous romp through the Loire valley with Agatha Christie, P. G. Woodhouse and M. C. Beaton. A delight’ C. K. McDonnell

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Book SynopsisWhen the trunk slammed closed, sealing her fate, a deep cold slithered into the center of Kennedy’s bones. All she could do was pray that her attacker would leave enough of her for her family to identify…Kennedy Farmer, an experienced athlete, never returns after leaving for her usual running route through the dusty mountain trails of New Mexico.While the search for Kennedy begins, Detective Alyssa Wyatt and her squad face a terrifying new case when the body of a young woman, Rheagan Pembroke, is discovered in the desert terrain surrounding Albuquerque.Her wounds horrify even the hardened squad of the Albuquerque P.D. – and the case takes an even darker turn when they discover a polaroid stuffed into the victim’s mouth, showing the body of Gunner Galveston, a murder victim from fourteen years ago. Alyssa was a detective on the case, but the culprit was never caught.As the team are taunted with gruesome packages and blood-curdling phone calls, it becomes evident that a serial killer – whose blood lust is quickly increasing – has been operating in plain sight.To catch a killer, Alyssa and the squad need to understand the savage desires driving them … before Kennedy becomes another life taken at the hands of a psychopath. Meet Alyssa Wyatt: detective, mom … and a serial killer’s worst nightmare. This incredibly addictive detective series will thrill fans of Karin Slaughter, Chris Carter and Kendra Elliot.Readers can’t put The Dying Place down:‘Wow. This was beyond fast-paced…had my pulse racing, heart pounding…I didn’t see the identity of the killer coming.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘A very well written, thrilling and absorbing read that I loved from start to finish …If you like solid police procedurals with relatable, likeable characters I’d highly recommend this series … Just loved, loved, loved this read’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘Holy s*#t...Wow!…I couldn't put it down.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘This book is filled with page-turning action… I've loved this series since book #1’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘This was a very gripping thriller that was hard to put down.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘The Alyssa Wyatt books are one of my favourite series at the moment. They’re such a great blend of characters and also gritty chilling storylines … the writing always keeps me on the edge of my seat'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘I read this book within a day...The plot moves along fast and I was shocked when I found out who the culprit was.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘My poor heart is still pounding! This book had it all…high suspense, intrigue, action, murder, mystery, a sadistic serial killer, and great police work.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘The fast-paced story hooked me from the start and never let up. I loved the surprising reveal and the emotional responses were really well-written…’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘Unputdownable … a well-executed mystery that had me on the edge of my seat.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘The author plotted this brilliantly as the revelation MAKES SENSE even though you don’t see it coming.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘The suspense and mystery in this one build really well … I was blindsided when the truth revealed itself!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘Love this series, the characters are all well developed. Can’t wait to see what’s next.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘This book was intense, gruesome and so much fun! I loved it!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

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Book SynopsisFrom the Shirley Jackson Award–winning author of The Hole, a slow-burning thriller with a touch of horror and the uncanny A disappearance. A missing brother. A lawyer asking questions. And a vast forest in the mountains—the western woods—where the trees huddle close together emanating a crushing darkness and a chill dampness fills the air. The ranger, In-su Park, who lives nearby with his family, is a recovering alcoholic. He claims no knowledge of the man who disappeared, even though the missing man had worked as the ranger just before him. In the little village down the mountain, the shopkeepers will do the same and deny they ever saw or knew the man, though they’re less convincing; and his former supervisor at the Forestry Research Center, Professor Jin, dismisses his importance. But when an accident and a death derail the investigation and someone attempts to break into his office, In-su Park finds himself conducting his own inquiry into the goings-on deep in the heart of the western woods—spurred by the mysterious words he discovers on a piece of paper beneath his desk: “In the forest the owl cries.”The Owl Cries is a treat for fans of Stephen King, David Lynch, and the nightmare dystopias of Franz Kafka.Trade Review"Intense . . . fast-paced and all-consuming . . . A novel of secrets, isolation, and pain, The Owl Cries is another tightly executed feat of writing."—Book Riot "Hye-Young Pyun’s stunning psychological thrillers delve deep into the horrors of being human and the oppressive mechanics of modern society, and The Owl Cries demonstrates a writer at the top of her game."—CrimeReads "Adventurous mystery fans should check this out."—Publishers Weekly Praise from Korea for The Owl Cries “Pyunʼs forest is like a dark labyrinth. Even just a few inches off the beaten track, and you step into an unstable, wobbly world of horror. Pyun explains that ʻthe forest is a place full of dread, but also someplace one must venture into in order to find oneself.ʼ”—Daily Economy (Maeil Kyungjae) “But the forest remains a mystery . . . The forest is a microcosm of the world; and the characters in The Owl Cries, ignorant, resigned, and at times quick to resort to violence, are indeed portraits of our own generations.”—Kyunghyang Shinmun “The book comes across as a detective or mystery novel [but with] an open ending, the case not closed. . . . Perhaps what we can take from the novel is that our problems and answers to them always stem from ourselves, and our lack of self-assertion tends to drive us into a state of despair.”—Readersʼ News “As the story unravels . . . the mystery only grows. The role of the forest as the backdrop to many secrets, the owl supposedly lurking in its foliage, and the chilling psychology of the people involved in those secrets are illustrated with a hint of the grotesque. . . . The forest seems to be synonymous with our contemporary society, just as seething with suspicion and anxiety. Yes, are we not living in such a forest?”—Munhwa Ilbo “I should perhaps put it this way: our society—not unlike the village in The Owl Cries—exploits and deceives its members, with everyone complicit in petty schemes, everyone drunk and unable to tell reality from hallucination. . . . In The Owl Cries, the literary prowess that has won Pyun so many awards is unmistakable.”—Seoul Shinmun “The Owl Cries . . . explores a number of themes Iʼve always felt especially intrigued by.It was born out of my favorite motifs, such as the inherently futile journey to fully comprehend the self, a character who does his best but always ends up with a failure, and an inscrutable world wide open to interpretation. . . . Itʼs a book of mine thatʼs always on my mind.”—Hye-young Pyun on The Owl Cries, Yes TV (Korea) interview Praise for Hye-young Pyun's Previous NovelsThe HoleWinner of the Shirley Jackson Award "A Korean take on Misery." —Time, "Top 10 Thrillers to Read This Summer" "[A] taut psychological thriller. . . . The Hole is an unshakable novel about the unfathomable depths of human need." —Shelf AwarenessCity of Ash and RedAn NPR Great Read, a Barnes & Noble Best Horror Book of 2018, a CrimeReads Ten Best International Crime Fiction Selection “City of Ash and Red will pull you into its nightmare."―NPR "Kafkaesque . . . Those with a taste for creepy suspense will be rewarded."―Publishers Weekly "Another gruesome masterpiece."―Crime ReadsThe Law of LinesA CrimeReads Best International Crime Novel of 2020 "[A] simmering thriller."—The New York Times Book Review "[A] compelling ­existential thriller."—Wall Street Journal "Pure, hard-scrabble noir . . . Harrowing and elegiac."—LitHub

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Book SynopsisThe Nation of Darkness continues to expand its territory, and in preparation for a potential looming war, the Slane Theocracy plans to overthrow the elven king. Unaware of this plot, Ainz heads to country of elves for vacation with Aura and Mare in hopes of helping them make new friends only to get caught in the political crossfire!

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Book SynopsisAn enemy from the past has forced Dutch back into the belly of the beast -- but will his former teammates welcome him back? Or will his long-lost nemesis get to him first? It's balls-to-the-wall action in the mighty Image manner! Collects DUTCH #0-3

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Book SynopsisThe stunning new novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Age of Odin, in which the worlds of Arthur Conan Doyle and H.P. Lovecraft collide.Trade ReviewPraise for Cthulhu Casebooks: "The pastiche is pitch-perfect; Lovegrove tells a thrilling tale and vividly renders the atmosphere of Victorian London." - The Guardian "With its canny reflection of the modern metropolis ... the Cthulhu Casebooks is a lot of fun." - Times Literary Supplement "A fascinating and gripping read, deftly uniting the worlds of Holmes and Lovecraft." - The Crime Review "First rate entertainment." - Crime Fiction Lover "Playfully blurring the lines between fact and fiction [with]... rich [and] vivid prose." - SFX Magazine "[A] crossover tale for the ages that's bound to please fans of both literary canons." - Starburst Magazine

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Book SynopsisOnce you’re online, there’s nowhere to hide  Is it paranoia – or is someone watching?   For years, Reagan Carsen has kept her life offline. No socials. No internet presence. No photos. Safe.    Until the day she stumbles on a shocking murder in a Sydney laneway. The victim looks just like her.  Coincidence?    As more murders shake the city and she’s increasingly drawn out from hiding, Reagan is forced to confront her greatest fear.  She’s been found.    A riveting psychological thriller drawn from true events, Dark Mode delves into the terrifying reality of the dark web, and the price we pay for surrendering our privacy one click at a time.PRAISE for Dark Mode LoveReading Book of the Month April 2023 'A Hitchcockian chiller with a

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Book SynopsisThis truly epic adaptation of Kieron Gillen's Loki series spans the nine realms as the reborn trickster struggles to walk the hero's path and save the universe from an epidemic of fear. THE GOD OF LIES HAS BEEN REBORN. CAN YOUNG LOKI BE ASGARD'S SAVIOR?When Earth is plagued by an epidemic of fear, ancient prophecy says only Thor can stop the monstrous threat of the Serpent, but without help from Loki, Thor is certain to fail. Aided by a handmaiden from Hel and a demon puppy, Loki must risk everything to find redemption-or doom himself for eternity. Either way, a Nightmare lies in wait hoping to rule the world, and Loki will have to risk everything on his craziest scheme of all!Meanwhile, new gods threaten to disrupt the status quo, throwing everything out of balance. Loki must act as a responsible ambassador, but will the Nine Realms end in Surtur's fire? Young Loki must cross the realms to reclaim his own story, outwit ancient enemies, struggle to do the right thing, and avoid falli

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Book SynopsisA smoldering tale of romance and revenge set in the world of the New York Times best seller Dawn of the Arcana!Ajin boys who show signs of special abilities are conscripted to serve in the imperial palace as beast-servants—status symbols and shields for their royal masters, to be kept or discarded on a whim. When they were children, Rangetsu’s twin brother Sogetsu was ripped from her arms and sent to the palace to attend Prince Tenyou as a beast-servant, where he quickly fell victim to bloody dynastic intrigues. Now in a world that promises only bitterness, Rangetsu’s one hope at avenging her brother is to disguise herself as a man and find a way into the palace!Rangetsu loves Prince Tenyou deeply, but she knows an Ajin beast-servant and an imperial prince can never be together. The best thing she can do for both of them is return to her rural hometown. But months later, Rangetsu has a sudden surge of hope when Taihaku arrives

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Book SynopsisOut of the frying pan and into the fireGardas Siobhán and Macdara Flannery are off to the seaside for their honeymoon, happy to finally have time off from work and relax. Their itinerary includes a visit to a struggling fish and chip shop owned by the aptly named Mrs. Chipper.But when they arrive, a crowd is waiting in front of the closed shop. A local handyman unlocks the door, only to find the proprietor lying dead at the base of a ladder, its rungs coated in slippery fat. Clearly this was no accidental tragedy.Even as the local garda take over the murder investigation, Siobhán and Macdara can't help but put their long-delayed honeymoon on hold at least until they can find the elusive killer. But will they catch who did it before they strike again, or will the culprit slip through their net?An addictive cosy crime murder mystery, perfect for fans of Jean G. Goodhind, Dee MacDonald and Betty Rowlands.

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Book SynopsisA young girl trapped in a labyrinthine mansion may finally get the family she longs for when her estranged father reappears in her life in this new novel from the world of the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Flowers in the Attic and Landry series—now popular Lifetime movies. After the tragic death of her mother and a long period of isolation under the thumb of a cruel grandfather, young Caroline Bryer has little to hope for in her life in the foreboding Southerland mansion. Her only companion, her enigmatic cousin, Simon, may be a wolf in sheep’s clothing and is not to be trusted. But when Caroline’s estranged father suddenly resurfaces with news of a new wife and stepchildren in Hawaii that she’ll finally be allowed to visit, Caroline dares to hope for a new, normal life. Desperate for her father’s love, Caroline will do anything to stay in this new home. But her troublesome stepsister has other plans

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Book SynopsisA cursed statue . . . A haunted house . . . A seemingly supernatural death . . . The unexpected arrival of a friend from his past plunges musician, sleuth and free man of color Benjamin January into an old, unsolved case in this historical mystery set in New OrleansDecember 1840. Surgeon turned piano-player Benjamin January is looking forward to a peaceful holiday with his family. But the arrival of an old friend brings unexpected news - and unexpected danger.Persephone Jondrette has found Arithmus: a Sudanese man with extraordinary mental abilities who January last saw in France, nearly fifteen years ago, during a ghost-hunting expedition to a haunted chateau. January and his friends survived the experience . . . but Arithmus'' benefactor, the British explorer Deverel Wishart, did not. He was discovered dead one morning, his face twisted in horror, and shortly afterwards Arithmus vanished, never to be seen again.Did Deverel succumb to th

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Book SynopsisA thrilling prequel adventure based on the acclaimed TV series Star Trek: Picard!Two years after the USS Voyager’s return from the Delta Quadrant, Seven of Nine finds herself rejected for a position in Starfleet and instead finds a new home with the interstellar rogue law enforcement corps known as the Fenris Rangers. The Rangers seem like an ideal fit for Seven—but to embrace this new destiny, she must leave behind all she’s ever known, and risk losing the most important thing in her life: her friendship with Admiral Kathryn Janeway.

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Book SynopsisThe next gripping book in the Ben O''Keefe series.Praise for Andrea Carter''s Inishowen Mysteries series''Atmospheric and vivid'' The Irish Times''I adored this traditional crime novel; it''s modern day Agatha Christie with Ben as Miss Marple'' Irish Examiner''The colourful cast of characters may be fictional, but the landscapes, towns and villages are instantly recognisable'' Irish Daily Mail''A beguiling heroine - clever, sympathetic and bearing a weight of guilt'' The Times

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Book SynopsisThe stunning new spy thriller that blows the world of James Bond wide open!Six days. A bomb goes off at the BBC. The country is in chaos, but this is just the start. A global terrorist organisation is plotting a series of deadly attacks. MI6 has just six days' warning for when the next one will strike.Three agents. With James Bond missing, three of MI6's toughest Double O agents race across the world to stop the attacks. From Venice to Australia to Dubai, they soon uncover a vast network of terror.One chance to find James Bond.As the Double Os close in, they find themselves unexpectedly inching closer to 007. Now the race is on to stop the terrorists and save Britain's finest spy.What readers are saying about A Spy Like MeReading A Spy Like Me is just like being immersed in the world of Bond, with travel, gadgets and glamour galore'I gasped aloud at the ending be prepared for a thunderbolt!!'Wow! What a fantastic, gripping read this was. Pure Bond from start to finish. I'm blown away

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Book SynopsisL. M. Sagas follows her fast-paced sci-fi adventure Cascade Failure with an equally explosive sequel, Gravity Lost. Everyone''s favorite fierce, messy, chaotic space fam is back with more vibrant worlds, and the wildest crew since Guardians of the Galaxy.After thwarting a space station disaster and planetary destruction, the Ambit crew thought turning Isaiah Drestyn over to the Union would be the end of their troubles. Turns out, it's only the start.Drestyn is a walking encyclopedia of dirty secrets, and everyone wants a piece of himthe Trust, the Union, even the Guild. Someone wants him bad enough to kill, and with the life of one of their own on the line, the Ambit crew must jail-break the very man they helped capture and expose some of the secrets he's been keeping before it's too late.In the Spiral, everything has a price. In their fight to protect what they love, Eoan, Nash, Saint, and Jal will confront some ug

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Book SynopsisLaunching a new series, a cast of lovable rogues face fiendish puzzles and murderous villains in this love letter to Agatha Christie murder mysteries and classic whodunnits. Introducing a new series from the creator of the beloved, bestselling Vinyl Detective novels. Cordelia knows books. An addict-turned-dealer of classic paperbacks, when she’s not spending her days combing the charity shops and jumble sales of suburban London for valuable collector’s items, she’s pining for the woman of her dreams and nimbly avoiding her landlord’s demands for rent. The most elusive prize of all, her white whale, has surfaced — a set of magnificent, vintage Sleuth Hound crime novels. Gorgeous, and as rare as they come. Just one problem. They’re not for sale. Still, that won’t stop a resourceful woman like Cordelia… One burglary later, the books are hers. Unfortunately, the man she’s just robbed turns out be one of London’s most dangerous gangsters, and now he’s on her trail and out for blood. Cordelia’s best laid plans to pay the rent and woo the object of her affections start to fall apart, and she realises she may have placed herself in the crosshairs of a villain torn straight from the pages of her treasured novels.Trade Review"An intriguing mystery with an amoral protagonist. Who knew the world of paperback books could be so deadly?" Ben Aaronovich "Andrew Cartmel introduces a new kind of heroine, entirely immoral, somewhat venal and slightly foxed." David Quantick, Emmy award-winning producer of VEEP "Sex and murder and paperbacks? Yes please!" Ben Aaronovich

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Book Synopsis BRAVE HERO OR CRIMINAL MASTERMIND?TONIGHT WE FIND OUT''Simon Kernick writes with his foot pressed hard on the pedal. Hang on tight!'' HARLAN COBEN''Great plots, great characters, great action'' LEE CHILD''Heaven for readers who love ruthless, full-throttle thrillers'' SUNDAY TIMES Undercover cop Chris Sketty became a hero when he almost died trying to stop the most brutal terror attack in UK history. With the suspects either dead or missing, the real motive remains a mystery.But someone is convinced Sketty is a liar.A criminal mastermind.A murderer.Blackmailed into revealing the truth, Sketty will share a twisting tale of betrayal, deception and murder...with a revelation so shocking that nothing will be the same again.''That thud you hear is Kernick whipping the rug from under your feet again.'' THE TIMES''An absolute master of the adrenaline-fTrade ReviewGreat plots, great characters, great action -- Lee ChildAn absolute master of the adrenaline-fuelled ride -- Peter JamesSimon Kernick writes with his foot pressed hard on the pedal. Hang on tight! -- Harlan CobenSimon Kernick is one of the most reliable purveyors of the edge-of-your-seat thriller... gives a more powerful adrenaline rush than an EpiPen * Sunday Express *Pace, pace, pace is what Simon Kernick does best -- Daily MirrorOne of Britain's top thriller writers -- The Sun

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Book SynopsisONCE, SHE SAVED HIS LIFE...NOW, HE''LL TAKE HERS.When a baby is snatched from its pram and cast into the river Thames, off-duty police officer Lacey Flint is there to prevent disaster. But who would want to hurt a child?DCI Mark Joesbury has been expecting this. Monitoring a complex network of dark web sites, Joesbury and his team have spotted a new terrorist threat from the extremist, women-hating, group known as ''incels'' or ''involuntary celibates.'' Joesbury''s team are trying to infiltrate the ring of power at its core, but the dark web is built for anonymity, and the incel army is vast.Pressure builds when the team learn the snatched child was just the first in a series of violent attacks designed to terrorise women. Worse, the leaders of the movement seem to have singled out Lacey as the embodiment of everything they hate, placing her in terrible danger...Trade ReviewWhat a book! A clever, tense and timely thriller. I loved every minute of it!' * Rachel Abbott, author of CLOSE YOUR EYES *

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Book SynopsisIn Zambia, American lawyer Zoe Fleming and policeman Joseph Kabuta have uncovered a crime that has no rhyme or reason: a young girl, attacked and left for dead. Zoe and Joseph - their pasts, cultures and upbringings radically different - must work together. Their task is not only to help the girl, Kuyeya, recover but, against overwhelming odds and terrifying danger, to ensure justice doesn't fail her again.Trade Review'Chock full of suspense and emotion' Pride. * Pride *'A compelling novel with a conscience and a heart, gripping in its drama and unique in its insights into a hidden and dangerous world. Resonant with authenticity, The Garden of Burning Sand rewards the reader on every level' Richard North Patterson, author of Eden in Winter. * Richard North Patterson *

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Book SynopsisYou can run. You can hide. But you can’t escape…Jonathan Hale is terrified. The wealthy property lawyer and money launderer is back home in Surrey after a nightmare experience in a U.S. jail. The police have him under secret surveillance.But Hales’s fears lie elsewhere. His plea bargain has earned him the enmity of The Reptile, a notoriously cold-hearted gangster, now confined for life in a maximum-security jail in Arizona thanks to Hale. He’s taken precautions, moved house, hidden his identity and installed security for his wife and family. But still… what if The Reptile escapes?For DCI Gillard it should be just another week at work. But before long he is involved in a desperate manhunt that will test him to his very limits.Be prepared.Strap yourself in for an intense and unforgettable crime thriller that won’t let go, perfect for fans of Karin Slaughter, Cara Hunter and Mark Billingham.

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Book Synopsis'No beast so fierce but knows some touch of pity' - Richard III, Act 1, Scene 2 An angry and mercilessly suspenseful novel about an ex-con's attempt to negotiate the "straight world" and his swan dive back into the paradoxical security of crime. It is airtight in its construction, almost photorealistic in its portrayal of L.A. lowlife and utterly knowledgeable about the terrors of liberty, the high of the quick score and the rage that makes the finger tighten on the trigger of the gun. No Beast So Fierce was Eddie Bunker's debut novel and has the searing intensity of a novel based precisely on experience, with Bunker having spent most of his early life in maximum security penitentiaries for a variety of offences including armed robbery. It has been suggested that Tarantino draws on No Beast So Fierce for the botched robbery in Reservoir Dogs, a film in which Bunker plays the character of Mr Blue.Trade ReviewA gripping and harrowing read * Daily Mail *The most compelling quality of No Beast So Fierce is that, solidly rooted in his own experiences, it explores the nature of the criminal mind with almost blinding authenticity. Bunker is obviously a man of unusual gifts honed under circumstances that would destroy most men * Los Angeles Times *The most compelling quality of No Beast So Fierce is that, solidly rooted in his own experiences, it explores the nature of the criminal mind with almost blinding authenticity. Bunker is obviously a man of unusual gifts honed under circumstances that would destroy most men * Los Angeles Times *Quite simply, one of the great crime novels of the past 30 years -- James EllroyThe best first person crime novel I have ever read -- Quentin Tarantino

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Book SynopsisThe official novelisation of the hotly anticipated Uncharted, the new movie featuring Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg adapting the bestselling video game series. Novelisation of the upcoming Uncharted movie releasing 8th February 2022. This is the movie adaptation of the hugely successful video game franchise Uncharted. The film is an origin story for fortune hunter Nathan Drake and his mentor Victor Sullivan. The film is directed by Ruben Fleischer, written by Rafe Judkins, Art Marcum and Matt Holloway, and stars Tom Holland as Drake and Mark Wahlberg as Sully.

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Book SynopsisThe gripping second instalment in Anne Holt's Vik/Stubo series. Johanne Vik and Adam Stubo set out to solve a series of celebrity killings in this chilling thriller from Norway's bestselling female crime writer.A TV talk-show star is found murdered in her home, her tongue removed and left near to the body. When a second body, that of a prominent politician, is discovered crucified soon after, Superintendent Adam Stubo is called in to lead the investigation of both murders. Unable to establish whether these two gruesome slayings are linked, or what the meaning is behind the manner of death, Stubo calls in his psychologist wife Johanne Vik to help. As Vik reviews the crimes she begins to see a pattern that chills her to the core. If her theory is correct then more killings will follow, and the spree will end in the murder of the investigating officer: Adam Stubo. The second instalment in the sensationally gripping Vik/Stubo series.Trade ReviewAnne Holt is the Godmother of Norwegian crime fiction. -- Jo NesboLively, unusual and persuasive. Holt writes with the command we have come to expect from the top Scandinavian writers. * The Times *Anne Holt is a thriller writer of the highest order. -- Liza MarklundStep aside, Stieg Larsson, Holt is the queen of Scandinavian crime thrillers. * Red Magazine *

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Book SynopsisThe stunning conclusion to Anne Holt's phenomenal series featuring Johanne Vik and Adam Stubo.On a summer's day, Johanne Vik arrives at the home of her friends Jon and Ellen Mohr and was greeted by a scene of devastation: their young son, left unattended, has tragically fallen to his death.Meanwhile, Oslo is under attack. An explosion has torn the city apart and newly qualified police officer Henrik Holme is the only one available to attend the Mohr household. As Holme investigates, he casts doubt on the claim that the death was a tragic accident and calls upon Johanne's profiling expertise to understand what really happened. But neither realise that those involved are determined to hide the truth - no matter what. Before the summer is over, more shocking deaths will occur...Trade ReviewAnne Holt reveals how truly dark it gets in Scandinavia. -- Val McDermidLively, unusual and persuasive. Holt writes with the command we have come to expect from the top Scandinavian writers. * The Times *It's easy to see why Anne Holt, the former minister of justice in Norway and its bestselling female crime writer, is rapturously received in the rest of Europe. * Guardian *Step aside, Stieg Larsson, Holt is the queen of Scandinavian crime thrillers. * Red Magazine *Anne Holt is a thriller writer of the highest order. -- Liza Marklund

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Book SynopsisFirst published privately in 1929 as The Middle Parts of Fortune, Her Privates We is the novel of the Battle of the Somme told from the perspective of Bourne, an ordinary private. A raw and shockingly honest portrait of men engaged in war, 'that peculiarly human activity', the original edition was subject to 'prunings and excisions' because the bluntness of language was thought to make the book unfit for public distribution. This edition restores them. An undisputed classic of war writing and a lasting tribute to all who participated in the war, Her Privates We was originally published as written by 'Private 19022'. Championed by Ernest Hemingway, Ezra Pound, TS Eliot and TE Lawrence, it has become recognised as a classic in the seventy years since its first publication. Now republished, with an introduction by William Boyd, it will again amaze a new generation of readers with its depiction of the horror, the ordinariness and the humanity of war.Trade Review[I read Her Privates We] every year to remember how things really were so that I will never lie to myself or anyone else about them -- Ernest HemingwayOne of the very best writers we have -- T. S. EliotThe book of books as far as the British army is concerned -- TE LawrenceThe best of our war novels -- E. M. ForsterManning's masterpiece ... incredibly moving and revelatory -- Gabriel Byrne * Irish Times *

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Book SynopsisBook Three of The Tower - now a major ITV drama'Utterly authentic' Daily MailDetective Inspector Kieran Shaw is not interested in the infantry. He likes the proper criminals, the ones who can plan things. As head of Operation Perseus - a covert police investigation into a powerful criminal network - Shaw is about to make the arrests of his career. But then the brutal murder of a teenager sends a shockwave through the very organization he has been targeting, threatening not only Shaw's case, but everyone with a connection to the boy who was killed on Gallowstree Lane...'An authentic depiction of gang life and police politics with first class writing.' Sunday ExpressTrade ReviewUtterly authentic. * Daily Mail *An authentic depiction of gang life and police politics with first class writing. * Sunday Express *Kate London, herself a former police officer in the Met, paints a convincing picture of the pressure of working on a Major Investigation Team. Gallowstree Lane is redolent with authentic detail without clogging the action up with info dumps. London's coppers come over as real people, as do the members of the gangs they are trying so hard to get off the street. * Crimereads *A stand out brilliant crime novel - sophisticated, authentic and utterly gripping. If you only read one crime novel this year make it this one. * Rosamund Lupton *Sensational... A brilliant, high-octane crime novel, ringing with the hard-earned wisdom of a former cop. * Tony Parsons, praise for Kate London *A terrific thriller, it pulls off that near-impossible trick of being not just psychologically acute and beautifully written but rivetingly plotted too. Packed with convincing detail and a full cast of excellent characters it is edge of the seat stuff: Prime Suspect rebooted. * Christobel Kent, praise for Kate London *An absorbing debut... The author vividly re-creates the everyday experience of uniformed police... The result is a complex novel that offers rare insights into how the police operate. * Sunday Times on Post Mortem *Taut, tight and terrific, a London thriller for our times. * Philippe Sands *Intelligent, atmospheric, captivating - this book draws you in and doesn't let you go. A must read. * Rosamund Lupton on Post Mortem *Kate London captures the gangland culture perfectly. It's sympathetically done... [with] wonderful characters and a story which is all too believable. * BookBag *Behind the headlines of gangs and knife crime, Kate London's novel is about the real people involved, from the police officers in charge to vulnerable teenagers, all written with complexity, nuance and shot through not only with heart-breaking realism but moments of humour. Only a former police officer could have written a book like this one - authentic, important and pulse-quickeningly good. * Rosamund Lupton *

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Book SynopsisThe seventh book in the bestselling Danny Black seriesTrade ReviewPraise for Chris Ryan * : *The action comes bullet-fast and Ryan's experience of covert operations flash through the high-speed story like tracer rounds. * The Sun *Nobody takes you to the action better than Ryan, because he's the real deal, and this muscle-and-bone thriller will have fans' blood pumping. * Evening Standard *Ryan chooses fiercely up-to-the-minute plots, and laces them with an exceptional eye for detail and insider knowledge ... Fearsome and fast-moving. * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisThe last installment in the Star Carrier series, where first contact, space opera, and military adventure combine, from New York Times bestselling author Ian Douglas!Will this be the end?Or a new beginningHaving battled aliens to prove humanity's worth as a star-faring species, Admiral Trevor Gray has a new mission: follow the directives of the super-AI Konstantin and lead the star carrier America on a mission through time and space to determine if humanity can truly transcend into Singularity and avoid the pitfalls that have plagued so many of the aliens Earth has encountered since it gained faster-than-light travel.But there are those out there who don't want an answer, who wish to maintain their own power with the status quo. Beyond the dangers of star travel, Gray must contend with politicians looking to end the influence of artificial intelligence on human decisions, a secret fleet out to destroy him, hostile aliens, and the vast, uncharted space full of clues but short on answerTrade Review‘Douglas knows his SF’Publishers Weekly ‘The action is full-blooded and almost non stop, yet the well-developed background is surprisingly rich and logical … As immersive as it is impressive’Kirkus (Starred Review)

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