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Amazon Publishing Bone Music
Book SynopsisAn Amazon Charts bestseller. There’s more than one way to stoke the flames of revenge… Charlotte Rowe spent the first seven years of her life in the hands of the only parents she knew—a pair of serial killers who murdered her mother and tried to shape Charlotte in their own twisted image. If only the nightmare had ended when she was rescued. Instead, her real father exploited her tabloid-ready story for fame and profit—until Charlotte finally broke free from her ghoulish past and fled. Just when she thinks she has buried her personal hell forever, Charlotte is swept into a frightening new ordeal. Secretly dosed with an experimental drug, she’s endowed with a shocking new power—but pursued by a treacherous corporation desperate to control her. Except from now on, if anybody is going to control Charlotte, it’s going to be Charlotte herself. She’s determined to use the extraordinary ability she now possesses to fight the kind of evil that shattered her life—by drawing a serial killer out from the shadows to face the righteous fury of a victim turned avenger.Trade Review“A stellar and gripping opening to the Burning Girl Series introduces the tough, smart Trina Pierce, aka Charlotte Rowe, who survived a childhood of murder and exploitation to discover there might be another way to fight back…Readers will be eager for the next installment in Rice’s science-fiction take on The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.” —Booklist (starred review) “Bone Music is a taut and gripping thriller that’s as bleak and harsh as the Arizona desert. It never lets up until the final page. Rice has created a great character in Charlotte Rowe.” —Authorlink “A simply riveting cliff-hanger of a novel, Bone Music by Christopher Rice is one of those reads that will linger in the mind and memory long after the book itself has been finished and set back upon the shelf.” —Midwest Book Review “Christopher Rice’s first Burning Girl novel weaves a complex, suspenseful, gritty tale with grace and energy that turns the tables on the female victim trope.” —RT Book Reviews
£16.25
Amazon Publishing The Lullaby Girl
Book SynopsisDetective Angie Pallorino took down a serial killer permanently and, according to her superiors, with excessive force. Benched on a desk assignment for twelve months, Angie struggles to maintain her sense of identity—if she’s not a detective, who is she? Then a decades-old cold case washes ashore, pulling her into an investigation she recognizes as deeply personal. Angie’s lover and partner, James Maddocks, sees it, too. But spearheading an ongoing probe into a sex-trafficking ring while keeping Angie’s increasing obsession with her case in check is taking its toll. As startling connections between the parallel investigations emerge, Maddocks realizes he has even more than Angie’s emotional state to worry about. Driven and desperate to solve her case, Angie goes rogue, risking her relationship, career, and very life in pursuit of answers. She’ll learn that some truths are too painful to bear, and some sacrifices include collateral damage. But Angie Pallorino won’t let it go. She can’t. It’s not in her blood.Trade ReviewAn Amazon Best Book of the Month: Romance Category
£11.84
Amazon Publishing Claiming Bailey
Book SynopsisOpposites attract in the third Ace Security novel from New York Times bestselling author Susan Stoker. Bailey Hampton will do whatever it takes to keep both herself and her little brother safe from the vicious Inca Boyz gang. Hiding out in Castle Rock, Colorado, is only a temporary solution until she can earn enough money to get out of the state altogether. But when she meets handsome security nerd Nathan Anderson, she discovers a reason to stay and fight for what she wants. Ace Security’s Nathan Anderson has always been the “numbers guy,” not the man any of the firm’s clients look to when their safety is threatened. But from the first time he ran into Bailey, she never made him feel like less of a protector than his brothers. Nathan was attracted to the petite, black-haired pixie with wild tattoos from the start, and by some miracle, she seems to return his interest. But danger stalks Bailey and her brother, so it’s up to Nathan to channel his inner alpha and find a way to end the threat to their lives once and for all—and he’s not giving up Bailey without a fight.
£11.04
Amazon Publishing Beneath the Ashes
Book SynopsisA troubled detective learns that the fires of the past are still burning in this haunting, emotional thriller. When detective Claire Calderwood is called to a grisly murder scene, she’s haunted by memories of her murdered sister. The victim is tied to a motel bed, her head covered in plastic and her body sprinkled with ashes. Claire’s dealt with vile crime scenes before, but this one strikes close to home. Claire’s boyfriend, reporter Noah Washington, once helped find her sister’s killer, but now he’s a distraction to this new investigation. She wants to help him resolve the mysteries of his past, but Noah has been distant, and Claire knows he’s keeping something from her. When another girl is murdered like the first, Claire suspects the work of a serial killer. As the case heats up and evidence mounts, she finds herself in profound danger. Claire’s been burned before; now she must decide if she can trust Noah to help her solve the case and uncover the truth that lies beneath the ashes.
£12.55
Oceanview Publishing Aftershock: A Donovan Nash Novel
Book SynopsisBest-Selling and Award-Winning AuthorEarthquakes, poisonous gas, lava flows—Donovan Nash flies headlong into a volcanic nightmare The flames of Donovan Nash’s worst nightmare are fanned to life when Stephanie VanGelder, one of those closest to him, is kidnapped in the volcanic powder keg of a lawless Guatemala. With help from his inner circle that includes his estranged wife, Dr. Lauren McKenna, Donovan races headlong into the world of corruption and deception. Battling the kidnappers, as well as the deadly gas and lava from the impending eruption of a volcano, Donovan only has one chance to save Stephanie. Amid earthquakes, volcanic ash, and lava from the eruption, the rescue goes horribly wrong, and Donovan is forced to find a way for everyone, including a mysterious woman who holds the secrets to his past, to escape one of the most powerful forces on earth.Aftershock is the story of Donovan Nash, a man battling his torturous past, while struggling to survive the volcano along with those who matter most to him. In the face of impending death, Donovan must garner the courage to endure a shocking revelation he’s sought for decades―a truth that will change him forever.Perfect for fans of David Baldacci and Daniel Silva While all of the novels in the Donovan Nash Series stand on their own and can be read in any order, the publication sequence is:Category Five Code Black Zero Separation Deadly Echoes Aftershock Pegasus Down Seconds to Midnight Speed the DawnTrade Review"Critique: A compelling read that is impressively crafted by author Philip Donlay, Aftershock is a very highly recommended read and continues the exploits and adventures of Donovan Nash. Solid entertainment...Also very highly recommended for personal reading lists and community library collections are Philip Donlay's previous Donovan Nash novels: Deadly Echoes (9781608091096), Zero Separation (9781608090686), Code Black, and Category Five ." The Midwest Book Review"The action races to a shoot-out on the shores of Lake Atitlán and a desperate flight through a volcanic eruption as Mt. Atitlán rips itself apart. Donlay keeps things moving too fast for readers to get bored..." Publishers Weekly"The action ping-pongs back and forth as Nash's rescue and McKenna's investigation proceed, until events collide as the volcano's eruption threatens 'them all. Donlay's knowledge of flying and Guatemala add authenticity to the story, and he keeps the pace building to a powerful and memorable climax." Suspense Magazine"Donovan Nash is backand is he ever. In Aftershock , the latest thriller from Philip Donlay , Donovan must travel to the jungles of Guatemala to save a woman from his past who has been kidnapped by the vicious killer known as The Serpent. Tense action, crisp dialog, and cool high-tech toys drive the story. Oh, and there's even an erupting volcano. A great read." D. P. Lyle , award-winning author"Donlay continues to deliver high-quality, character-driven thrillers with this latest in his Donovan Nash series. One of Nash's closest friends, Stephanie VanGelder, is kidnapped in Guatemala. A straightforward rescue goes horribly wrong, leaving Nash with the problem of coming up with an alternate plan. Estranged from his wife and daughter, Nash has another problem: convince his immediate family to let him back into their lives. This personal angle gives the story an emotional core, and a rumbling volcano sets the time clock on suspense and leads to a frantic turning of pages. Donlay is on the verge of breaking outand deservedly so. Readers who pick this fine thriller up will eagerly seek out the previous titles and wait impatiently for the next Nash adventure." BooklistPraise for the Donovan Nash Series "A heart-thumping ride that steams along, bringing our flawed world into pristine focus. Lots of mischief and mayhem, the characters fraught with danger, the plot hitting all the right notes." Steve Berry, New York Times best-selling author"Authors like Philip Donlay, who write the pure thrillers, have capabilities and strength I can only envy." William Kent Krueger, New York Times best-selling author"A commanding thriller by a superb author." Grant Blackwood, New York Times best-selling author"Well researched and supremely entertaining, Philip Donlay has knocked this one out of the park!" Ward Larsen, USA Today best-selling author
£13.25
Amazon Publishing She Can Run
Book SynopsisElizabeth was a young widow with two small children when she met Congressman Richard Baker. Handsome and wealthy, with a sparkling public image, Richard seemed like the perfect man to provide the security that Beth and her kids were craving. But when she uncovers a dangerous secret about her new husband, Beth realizes he will go to any lengths—even murder—to keep it. After barely escaping with her life, she and her children flee. They eventually make their way to a secluded estate in the Pennsylvania countryside, where Beth dares to hope she has found a safe place at last… Forced into retirement by an unexpected injury, Philadelphia homicide detective Jack O’Malley is mourning the loss of his career when his uncle abruptly dies, leaving Jack to dispose of his crumbling country house. Unbeknownst to him, his uncle engaged a caretaker just before his death, a mysterious woman with two children and a beautiful face that haunts his dreams. Determined to know her, Jack begins an investigation into Beth’s past. When he uncovers the shocking truth, and a local woman is viciously murdered, Jack puts his own life on the line to keep Beth and her children safe. An International Thriller Award nominee for Best First Novel, She Can Run is a sexy, satisfying debut from award-winning author Melinda Leigh, packed with enough suspense and romance to get even the tamest heart racing!
£11.37
Chicago Review Press This Rough Magic: Volume 18
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£17.99
Algonquin Books The Remedy for Love
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£14.36
Ignatius Press See No Evil: A Father Gabriel Mystery
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£16.53
Dreamspinner Press Perdre le contrôle Volume 1
Book SynopsisUn Navy SEAL craquant et un irrÉsistible espion de la CIA forment un duo torride. Vont-ils rÉussir À travailler ensemble pour retrouver un terroriste notoire sans d’abord s’entretuer ?Quand le Navy SEAL Spencer Newman accepte la dangereuse mission de rapatrier manu militari l’agent de la CIA Drago Thorpe – l’homme qu’il aime depuis toujours –, il prÉvoit que la situation devienne rapidement FUBAR. En revanche, il ne s’attend pas du tout À ce que Dray le convainque de se rebeller contre les ordres reÇus.Drago regrette d’avoir provoquÉ leur rupture, dix ans plus tÔt, en insistant pour que Spence reconnaisse publiquement leur liaison. Il veut une seconde chance. Le SEAL Étant rigide, le pousser À enfreindre les rÈgles est un vrai dÉfi, mais les deux hommes doivent dÉpasser les bornes pour Éliminer un terroriste prÉsumÉ mort.La tension monte alors qu’ensemble ils traquent leur cible. MÈneront-ils leur mission À terme avant que leur attraction mutuelle devienne incontrÔlable ?
£14.20
Dreamspinner Press The Girl Whose Luck Ran Out
Book SynopsisCan a disillusioned former cop track down a missing girl before it's too late? Seven years ago, criminologist Ben Ames thought he'd change a big city police force from the inside. He failed. Now he's a private detective trailing insurance frauds and cheating spouses through the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Like police work, the job would be easier if he didn't have a conscience. When university student Kimberly Moy goes missing, her sister begs Ben to take the case. But before Ben can follow up on any leads—What does the Fibonacci series have to do with Kim's disappearance? What do her disaffected friends know? And where is her car?—chance and bad timing drop his unexpected ex, Jesse, into the mix. Ben doesn't have time to train Jesse into the junior PI he seems determined to become. Amateur sleuths are always trouble. Unfortunately, this is turning out to be the kind of case that requires backup, and his intuition is telling him Kim's story may not have a happy ending.... The Girl Whose Luck Ran Out is the enthralling first book in the Ben Ames Case Files, a mystery series with a distinctly Canadian flavour. Author Gayleen Froese, winner of BookTelevision's Three Day Novel Contest , delves deep into the flaws of humanity and delivers an immersive story fraught with twists and danger. If you like private detectives, bickering partners, and vividly drawn settings, you'll love The Girl Whose Luck Ran Out .
£10.40
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Aquel día / This Day
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Amazon Publishing Buried Deception
Book SynopsisIn the pulse-racing first installment of the On the Edge series, a criminal psychologist teams up with a former marine on a deadly wildland mission. Not even their hearts can stay out of harm?s way.In the swamps of East Texas, alligators aren?t the only danger lurking in the shadows.After a young woman is brutally attacked on a popular hiking trail, the evidence points to the notorious Black Cat Stalker. The town of Skull Hollow enlists Dr. Mia Frost to provide a psychological profile and assist in the investigation.When another person goes missing, Mia partners with Easton Crew, former marine and current CEO of a tactical tracking company. Both Mia and Easton are stubborn, strong-willed, and independent, but neither can deny the smoldering attraction between them.As professional lines blur, Easton starts to question Mia?s motives and worries she?s getting too close to the investigation. The mystery begins to unravel, but so does Mia?s mental health as the clues dredge up her own haunted past.It soon becomes evident that things aren?t as they seem ? and people aren?t always who they say they are.
£11.30
Grand Central Publishing More Than Meets the Eye
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£30.00
Bonnie Meadow Publishing LLC Samantha
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£10.95
Bonnie Meadow Publishing LLC Masque of Betrayal
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£14.24
Bonnie Meadow Publishing LLC Echoes in the Mist
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£14.20
Bonnie Meadow Publishing LLC Wishes in the Wind
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£16.10
Bonnie Meadow Publishing LLC At Any Cost: A Forensic Instincts Novel
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£26.06
Bonnie Meadow Publishing LLC At Any Cost: A Forensic Instincts Novel
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£17.05
Sourcebooks, Inc Dare You to Hate Me
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£17.09
Bloom Books Becoming Calder
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£16.14
Bloom Books Finding Eden
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£16.14
Bloom Books Broken Knight
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£16.14
Bloom Books Damaged Goods
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£16.14
Sourcebooks, Inc Stolen Heir
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£17.09
Sourcebooks, Inc Savage Lover
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£17.09
Sourcebooks, Inc Bloody Heart
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£17.09
Boutique of Quality Books Blue
Book SynopsisIntrigue, mystery, vivid imagery, fascinating dialogue, and complex characters quickly draw the reader into this "subtle psychological mind-bender." One insecure perfectionist. One guilt-ridden artist. One child-woman who talks to peacocks. A trio of complex heroines on separate journeys toward a single intertwined truth. Imagine living exclusively for others and waking up one day with a chance to start over. The terrifying new beginning reeks of abandonment and betrayal. The choice for Seattle resident Monica lingers between now and then... them and her. Izabel's idyllic existence on Orcas Island is turned upside down during the birth of a friend's child. Suddenly, pain rips through her own body, and life as she knows it shifts, hinting at a forgotten past and propelling her toward an uncertain future. On another island, young Daisy awakens surrounded by infinite shades of blue. Is she dreaming or has she stepped through the portal into a fantastical land where animals spout philosophy and a gruesome monster plots her destruction?Blue—a subtle psychological mind-bender where each heroine is her own worst enemy. Eccentric. Lovable. Unforgettable.
£13.25
Vesuvian Books Southern Gothic
Book SynopsisAspiring author Meredith Harper owns the hottest bookstore in Savannah.Michael Black is her favorite writerlong thought deaduntil he mysteriously approaches Meredith with a new manuscript, and a most unusual offer. Meredith can keep the manuscript to herself, or publish it under her own name.Her decision results in a bestseller, but the novel contains a coded secret; one that will put her on trial for murder and in hiding from the blood stalker, proving too late that making a deal with the devil comes at a heavy price.
£19.76
Vesuvian Books Blackwell: The Prequel
Book Synopsis"A dark story of passion, revenge, and a Faustian pact ... a guilty-pleasure read that kept me captivated knowing something sinister is looming ..." ~Jessica DeBold, New Orleans MagazineHell has a new master In the late 1800s, handsome, wealthy New Englander, Magnus Blackwell, is the envy of all. When Magnus meets Jacob O’Conner—a Harvard student from the working class—an unlikely friendship is forged. But their close bond is soon challenged by a captivating woman; a woman Magnus wants, but Jacob gets. Devastated, Magnus seeks solace in a trip to New Orleans. After a chance meeting with Oscar Wilde, he becomes immersed in a world of depravity and brutality, inevitably becoming the inspiration for Dorian Gray. Armed with the forbidden magic of voodoo, he sets his sights on winning back the woman Jacob stole from him. Amid the trappings of Victorian society, two men, bent on revenge, will lay the foundation for a curse that will forever alter their destinies. WARNING: CONTAINS SOME MATURE SCENES"… an intriguing, dark tale complete with vividly drawn characters, and a uniquely compelling character in Magnus." ~ Melanie Bates, RT Book ReviewsAwardsGold Medal Winner ~2019 NYC Big Book Awards: Cross Genre ~2019 Readers’ Favorite Book Awards: Fiction — Intrigue ~2018 American Fiction Awards: Horror—Supernatural/Paranormal ~2018 Feathered Quill Book Awards: Mystery"I love the storyline and period of time (turn of the century). The author throws fire on many pages through vibrant dialogue and fantastic scene writing. The end is far from predictable, and so satisfying and rewarding. The care and attention to detail with cover art and layout is near perfect." ~Feathered Quill Book Awards Judges' CommentsSilver Medal Winner ~2018 Feathered Quill Book Awards: Adult FictionBronze Medal Winner ~2017 Foreword Reviews Indies Book of the Year Awards: HorrorFinalist Honors ~2019 Next Generation Indie Book Awards: Series ~2019 National Indie Excellence Awards: Suspense ~2019 Chanticleer Mystery & Mayhem Awards: Semi-Finalist ~2018 Hollywood Book Festival: Wild Card ~2018 ScreenCraft Cinematic Book Contest: Quarterfinalist ~2017 Readers’ Favorite: Fiction: Supernatural ~2017 International Book AwardsTrade Review"seamlessly blends mystery, magic and matters of the heart to create an enthralling read." -- RT Book Reviews"A dark story of passion, revenge, and a Faustian pact ... a guilty-pleasure read that kept me captivated ..." -- New Orleans Magazine"A lush gaslamp thriller. This cinematic novel is filled with Victorian style and a license for alternate history. The blend of African, French, Spanish and Caribbean cultures on display feels palpable and timeless. A bonafide gothic page-turner." -- BestThrillers"a provoking yet absorbing read about the dark, twisted and dangerous part of the human psyche." -- Readers' FavoriteAwards Gold Medal Winner ~2019 NYC Big Book Awards: Cross Genre ~2019 Readers' Favorite Book Awards: Fiction Intrigue ~2018 American Fiction Awards: HorrorSupernatural/Paranormal ~2018 Feathered Quill Book Awards: Mystery "I love the storyline and period of time (turn of the century). The author throws fire on many pages through vibrant dialogue and fantastic scene writing. The end is far from predictable, and so satisfying and rewarding. The care and attention to detail with cover art and layout is near perfect." ~ Feathered Quill Book Awards Judges' Comments Silver Medal Winner ~2018 Feathered Quill Book Awards: Adult Fiction Bronze Medal Winner ~2017 Foreword Reviews Indies Book of the Year Awards: Horror Finalist Honors ~2019 Next Generation Indie Book Awards: Series ~2019 National Indie Excellence Awards: Suspense ~2019 Chanticleer Mystery & Mayhem Awards: Semi-Finalist (Winners TBA 4/2020) ~2018 Hollywood Book Festival: Wild Card ~2018 ScreenCraft Cinematic Book Contest: Quarterfinalist ~2017 Readers' Favorite: Fiction: Supernatural ~2017 International Book Awards
£20.66
Little Creek Press Driftless Desperation
£17.99
Penguin Putnam Inc Shadow Warrior
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£7.59
Penguin Putnam Inc The Hollow
Book Synopsis#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts continues the thrilling trilogy of a town plagued by evil—and the three men and three women brought together by fate to fight it.For Fox, Caleb, Gage and the other residents of Hawkins Hollow, the number seven portends doom—ever since, as boys, they freed a demon trapped for centuries when their blood spilled upon The Pagan Stone… Now, as the dreaded seventh month looms before them, the men can feel the storm brewing. Already they are plagued by visions of death and destruction. But this year, they are better prepared, joined in their battle by three women who have come to The Hollow. Layla, Quinn, and Cybil are somehow connected to the demon, just as the men are connected to the force that trapped it. Since that day at The Pagan Stone, town lawyer Fox has been able to see into others’ minds, a talent he shares with Layla. He must earn her trust, because their link will help fight the darkness that threatens to engulf the town. But Layla is having trouble coming to terms with her newfound ability—and this intimate connection to Fox. She knows that once she opens her mind, she’ll have no defenses against the desire that threatens to consume them both… Don't miss the other books in the Sign of Seven TrilogyBlood BrothersThe Pagan Stone
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Penguin Putnam Inc The Pagan Stone
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Penguin Putnam Inc Into the Dark
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£7.99
Penguin Putnam Inc The Lady Has a Past
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£8.88
Amazon Publishing La vida que cedemos
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£12.22
Amazon Publishing Promesa de sangre
Book SynopsisTras el asesinato de su hermana, la inspectora Bree Taggert se verá obligada a revivir su traumático pasado.La inspectora de homicidios Bree Taggert vive con los traumáticos recuerdos de infancia del asesinato de su madre a manos de su padre y el posterior suicidio de este. Casi veinte años después, su hermana menor, Erin, muere asesinada en un crimen que recuerda demasiado a aquella fatídica noche: testigos inocentes y una relación tormentosa que acabó en tragedia. Solo hay una diferencia: esta vez el marido de Erin, Justin, ha desaparecido.Bree sabe lo fina que es la línea que separa al amor del odio, pero las pruebas en contra de su problemático cuñado no son concluyentes. Junto a Matt Flynn, expolicía y viejo amigo de Justin, Bree se hace la firme promesa de desentrañar los secretos que rodean la muerte de su hermana. Sin embargo, a medida que avanza la investigación, el peligro va estrechando el cerco a su alrededor hasta que, una vez más, la familia de Bree se ve atrapada en una trampa mortal… también para ella.
£12.42
Amazon Publishing Venganza de hielo
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£12.72
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Asuntos del corazón / Matters of The Heart
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