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1. Clown Town - Mick Herron
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The brand new Slough House thriller from the #1 bestseller Mick Herron *Now an award-winning Apple TV+ series starring Gary Oldman, Kristin Scott Thomas and Jack Lowden* ---- 'Mick Herron is our best and most topical spy writer' Ian Rankin 'No one can rival Mick Herron' The Times 'A superb thriller' The Spectator ---- Spies lie. They betray. It's what they do. Slow horse River Cartwright is waiting to be passed fit for work. With time to kill, and with his grandfather - a legendary former spy - long dead, River investigates the secrets of the old man's library, and a mysteriously missing book. Regent's Park's First Desk, Diana Taverner, doesn't appreciate threats. So when those involved in a covert operation during the height of the Troubles threaten to expose the ugly side of state security, Taverner turns blackmail into opportunity. Over at Slough House, the repository for failed spies, Catherine Standish just wants everyone to play nice. But as far as Jackson Lamb is concerned, the slow horses should all be at their desks. Because when Taverner starts plotting mischief people get hurt, and Lamb has no plans to send in the clowns. On the other hand, if the clowns ignore his instructions and fool around, any harm that befalls them is hardly his fault. But they're his clowns. And if they don't all come home, there'll be a reckoning. |
2. The Secret of Secrets - Dan Brown
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Robert Langdon is back in the long-awaited new race-against-time thriller from the global bestselling author of The Da Vinci Code and Angels and Demons . Accompanying celebrated academic, Katherine Solomon, to a lecture she’s been invited to give in Prague, Robert Langdon’s world spirals out of control when she disappears without trace from their hotel room. Far from home and well out of his comfort zone, Langdon must pit his wits against forces unknown to recover the woman he loves. But Prague is an old and dangerous city, steeped in folklore and mystery. For over two thousand years, the tides of history have washed back and forth over it, leaving behind echoes of everything that has gone before. Little can Langdon know that he is being stalked by a spectre from that dark past. He must use all of his arcane knowledge to decipher the world around him before he too is consumed by the rings of treachery and deception that have swallowed Katherine. Against a backdrop of vast castles, towering churches, graveyards buried twelve deep and labyrinthine underground passages, Langdon must navigate a shadow city hiding in plain sight, a city which has successfully kept its secrets for centuries and will not readily deliver them. This is a battlefield unlike any he has previously experienced, one on which he must fight not for his only life, but for the future of humanity itself. The Secret Of Secrets is Dan Brown’s first novel for over eight years and sees the stunning return of Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon, this time pitting his wits against a conspiracy which will test even his considerable brainpower and take him to the edge of losing all that he holds dear… Praise for Dan Brown: ‘Dan Brown is my must-read’ Harlan Coben ‘Exceedingly clever’ The Washington Post ‘A master of smart thrills’ People Magazine ‘Impossible to put down’ The New York Times ‘Dan Brown is the master of the intellectual cliffhanger’ Wall Street Journal ‘For anyone who wants more brain-food than thrillers normally provide’ Sunday Times ‘Dan Brown has to be one of the best, smartest, and most accomplished writers in the country.’ Nelson DeMille |
3. The Hallmarked Man - Robert Galbraith
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'A triumph of storytelling' Guardian FIND OUT WHAT IS NEXT FOR STRIKE AND ROBIN A dismembered corpse is discovered in the vault of a silver shop. The police initially believe it to be that of a convicted armed robber - but not everyone agrees with that theory. One of them is Decima Mullins, who calls on the help of private detective Cormoran Strike as she's certain the body in the silver vault was that of her boyfriend - the father of her newborn baby - who suddenly and mysteriously disappeared. The more Strike and his business partner Robin Ellacott delve into the case, the more labyrinthine it gets. The silver shop is no ordinary one: it's located beside Freemasons' Hall and specialises in Masonic silverware. And in addition to the armed robber and Decima's boyfriend, it becomes clear that there are other missing men who could fit the profile of the body in the vault. As the case becomes ever more complicated and dangerous, Strike faces another quandary. Robin seems increasingly committed to her boyfriend, policeman Ryan Murphy, but the impulse to declare his own feelings for her is becoming stronger than ever. A gripping, wonderfully complex novel which takes Strike and Robin's story to a new level, The Hallmarked Man is an unmissable read for any fan of this unique series. PRAISE FOR THE CORMORAN STRIKE SERIES 'A superlative piece of crime fiction' Sunday Times 'The work of a master storyteller' Daily Telegraph 'A scrupulous plotter and master of misdirection, Galbraith keeps the pages turning . . . Strike and Ellacott remain one of crime's most engaging duos' Guardian 'No one can deny [Robert Galbraith, pseudonym of] J. K. Rowling's formidable talents as a crime writer' Daily Mail 'Strike is a compelling creation . . . this is terrifically entertaining stuff' Irish Times |
4. Wild Card - Elsie Silver
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FROM THE NO. 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR*, ELSIE SILVER! SET IN THE SAME BELOVED UNIVERSE AS SMASH-HIT SERIES CHESTNUT SPRINGS: SMALL-TOWN, BIG CHARACTERS, FOUR ADDICTIVE LOVE STORIES . . . MEET THE SINGLE DADS OF ROSE HILL. 'Elsie Silver's writing is a true revelation!' ALI HAZELWOOD 'This book contains a hero to die for' TESSA BAILEY ---- Sebastian Rousseau is a grumpy, hot as hell fire pilot who is too damn good with his hands. It's the perfect combination. But unfortunately for me, he's also my ex-boyfriend's dad. A chance meeting brought us together and a missed connection has kept us apart. One year later, a stroke of fate has us living under the same roof-which makes everything between us downright messy . Because even after all this time, he's still the man I think about when I fall asleep. The one I can't get over no matter how hard I try. He's working on mending a fragile relationship with his son and we both know acting on these urges would be the ultimate betrayal. But I see the heat in his eyes. That look of need that never fails to send a shiver down my spine. The mutual longing is borderline unbearable and the simmering heat between us is downright palpable. We both know there are rules when it comes to situations like this. But then again...following the rules never has been my strong suit. Readers can't get enough of the Rose Hill series . . . 'Billionaire romance but make it rustic . . . Elsie Silver just hits the mark every time' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Hands-down my favorite book Elsie has written. HIGHLY recommend' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Did I devour this in a single day? You bet I did!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Elsie Silver is the queen of small-town romances ' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'The banter . The tension . The relationship between Ford & Rosie. The character development . Wow' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'I was hooked from the first chapter' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ * Wild Side was an instant no. 1 Sunday Times bestseller in the second week of March 2025. |
5. World War 3.2 - John Birmingham
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The epic alternate history of military fiction returns. History didn't just change. It exploded. The war that erupted with a Soviet orbital strike on Western Europe now rages across the globe. Alliances falter, empires fall, and dictators drive all before them. In the White House, President Kolhammer faces enemies abroad and a nemesis at home. War rages in every domain—fought in the skies by stealth drones and supersonic jets, beneath the waves by hunter-killer subs and autonomous swarms, and across the blood-soaked fields of Western Germany, where modern mechanised divisions clash with old-world armies in a storm of steel and fire. No front is stable. No weapon is off-limits. And no one is safe. Meanwhile, spies, mercenaries, and heroes thought long dead fight their battles in the shadows of Cairo, Marseille, and Mississippi. |
6. The Gingerbread Bakery - Laurie Gilmore
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The highly anticipated new Dream Harbor romance from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Pumpkin Spice Café! 'All the makings of a top tier Hallmark movie that happens to include a nice dash of spice'—People on the Dream Harbor series Every book in the Dream Harbor series can be read as a standalone. ❄️❄️❄️❄️ As owner of her beloved Gingerbread Bakery, Annie Andrews should have a love life to match her business; sugary and sweet. But instead, she’s locked in a game of words with the irritatingly upbeat bar owner down the street. Mac Sullivan has everything he wants, except the girl he dreams of. It’s easier to argue with Annie than get her to talk to him but with Jeanie and Logan’s wedding coming up, they're about to spend a lot more time together. As the snowflakes fall and with romance in the air, will Annie see that the one she loves to hate might just be her perfect match after all? The Gingerbread Bakery is a cozy romantic novel with an enemies to lovers dynamic, small-town setting and a HEA guaranteed! Tropes: Enemies to loversFound familySmall TownForced Proximity Readers love Laurie Gilmore 'The atmosphere of the small town of Dream Harbor envelops you from the very first pages: snow-covered streets, the aroma of freshly baked gingerbread, and a sense of community that only exists in a close-knit and friendly community’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A charming break from reality’ Publishers Weekly 'Gilmore's take on the ‘enemies to lovers’ trope is a real treat' ‘I absolutely loved this small town, cosy romantic and very steamy novel just as much as The Pumpkin Spice Cafe’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wonderful story with tears, laughter, mysteries, uncertainty and happiness’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Compelling, cozy and delightful narrative’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A charming small town romance with sizzling chemistry and plenty of spice’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I LOVED THIS SO BAD. The vibes of the small town were immaculate’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book makes my heart happy!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The perfect kind of romance for me’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Perfect for reading in the evening with a little fire going’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I enjoyed this so much! Completely heartwarming and unputdownable, the steamy scenes were a bonus’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘[This] gave me everything I needed from an easy read and was the perfect addition to the Dream Harbor series’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I read it in one sitting because I couldn’t bear to put it down’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Just the perfect amount of sugar and spice… a literal dream to read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ About the author Laurie Gilmore is a #1 New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author who writes small-town romance. Her first novel, The Pumpkin Spice Cafe, won the TikTok Shop Book of the Year award in 2024. Her Dream Harbor series is filled with quirky townsfolk, cozy settings, and swoon-worthy romance. She loves finding books with the perfect balance of sweetness and spice and strives for that in her own writing. Laurie is currently based in upstate New York. |
7. Their Haunted Hearts - D.K. Hood
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Lightning flashes overhead as she walks along the isolated path out of town. She listens to the rumble of thunder until she hears the unmistakable sound of heavy boots on the path behind her. She starts to run, but he’s faster and she already knows there is no one for miles to hear her screams…   It’s Halloween in Black Rock Falls and among the small town’s annual festivities, Sheriff Jenna Alton and her deputy David Kane are called to a gruesome discovery. Where there was once a plastic mannequin in a coffin, now stands the lifeless body of a young woman, her pale skin illuminated under the heavy stormy sky.     Taking in the victim’s long dark hair and still blue eyes, it’s the bite marks on her neck that have Jenna’s fearing what kind of monster could have inflicted such wounds. Could this be the most sick and twisted murderer Black Rock Falls has ever seen?    Days later, Jenna’s heart breaks when another vulnerable young woman is found at another Halloween attraction in the centre of Black Rock Falls. As Jenna surveys the scene, she instantly notices the familiar deep red bite marks on her neck.     With the whole town gripped with fear that a vampire-like killer is on the loose, Jenna works around the clock to hunt down the fiend who is stalking vulnerable young women. When she links the bodies to a cold case, it’s clear he has taken many victims.    As Jenna finally gets a breakthrough, a violent storm shuts off the small town, giving the murder the perfect chance to kill again, but Jenna puts herself in unthinkable danger to catch him. Will she stop him before he can take another life or has Jenna finally met her match?   Fans of Lisa Regan, Melinda Leigh and Kendra Elliot will absolutely devour this gripping and unputdownable crime thriller from USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author D.K. Hood.   **Each Kane and Alton book can be read as part of the series or as a standalone**   What readers are saying about D.K. Hood:  “ Oh wow , I can’t say enough about this one!! So good!! Literally had me guessing until the reveal… Captivated .” Sip_andread , 5 stars   “I blew through this like the wind! Fantastic read! ” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars   “ Wow! Still trying to catch my breath .” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars   “ Exceptional … My word, I couldn’t put this down … Compulsive reading and I couldn’t stop and had to read to the end.” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars   “ Wow … Amazing … Fantastic … Bone chilling .” B for Bookreview , 5 stars   “A cracking page-turner with some omg moments that will keep you reading late into the night .” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars   “Incredible… Had me on the edge of my seat, holding my breath .” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars   “ Left me chilled to the bone … Must-read in this gripping and very addictive series.” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars   “I was totally absorbed into the book from the first few pages… I am fully addicted to this series .” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars   “A gripping series and I just love it! Five huge stars! Give me more!” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars   “Great book!… Filled with suspense, intrigue and great detective work… Highly recommended .” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars   “ Compulsive reading .” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars   “ Gripping … I was hooked … On the edge of my seat .” NetGalley reviewer   “An outstanding read. You do not want to miss .” Tove Reads |
8. My Husband's Wife - Carla Kovach
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Five years ago I buried my husband. Today I saw him with his new wife.    ‘Thank you for agreeing to be our wedding planner. Theo is on his way,’ Madison says as we meet to plan her dream wedding. The moment her fiancé enters the room, a newborn baby in his arms, my whole world shifts and I grab hold of my desk to stop myself from falling.    Theo shakes my hand as he introduces himself, but I already know who he is. He’s my husband. The man I thought had died five years ago.    ‘Lovely to meet you, Eva,’ he says, carefully avoiding my frozen stare. I’d recognise his smooth voice anywhere.    I want to scream, ask him why he’s doing this to me. But I know just how good a liar my husband is. And he knows my darkest secret. I can’t risk him destroying everything I’ve worked so hard for.    At the end of the meeting, I watch the happy little family walk away, and I don’t miss Theo’s eyes staring at me just a second too long. He knows I’m onto him. But only I know what I’m going to do next…   Readers who loved The Housemaid , The Perfect Marriage and Gone Girl will love the jaw-dropping twist in this absolutely gripping psychological thriller.    What readers are saying about Carla Kovach: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ Wow, wow, and more wow!!!!! I couldn’t put this one down for the life of me. I read this in just a few sittings … Left me totally speechless … I thought my head was going to explode… Fantastic… Gripped and on the edge of your seat throughout… Heart attack of an ending. I couldn’t believe it… OMG .’ Blue Moon Blogger   ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Oh wow! I loved this so much… Had me hooked from the start … I read this pretty much every spare minute I had and finished within three sittings over a day. I just couldn’t get enough of it … Gripped me straight away … Brilliant.’ NetGalley reviewer   ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ I LOVED this … I read it in one sitting as I found it impossible to put down … Fast-paced and keeps you guessing the whole way through .’ Goodreads reviewer   ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ This story had me in complete turmoil … I couldn’t stop reading … The storyline blew me away and certainly had me on the edge of my seat and my heart pounding … Superb .’ NetGalley reviewer   ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow, this was a page-turner … There is so much tension and you are kept guessing over and over … Could not get enough of this . An amazing book from an amazing author.’ Goodreads reviewer   ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ Carla Kovach does it again! So many secrets and lies. The tension and twists were off-the-charts great .’ NetGalley reviewer   ‘There were times while reading it that if I heard a noise in the house, I would jump out of my seat. I had a hard time putting it down … It gave me quite a bit of heart palpitations and hot flashes… It’s a rollercoaster with a lot of loops . Love it .’ @blissfullychaoticbookreviews   ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This thriller is not to be missed .’ @bookloversanonuk   ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ What a fantastic thriller full of secrets and deception, the plot is full of twists and turns which had me on the edge of my seat and made me read well into the night! … Wow, what an ending… A brilliant book with lots of suspense, deception and lots of compelling twists and turns!’ @arcreviews_by_m   ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book had me hook, line and sinker.’ Goodreads reviewer   ‘Oh my word, what a book . It had me up till late into the night … An absolute rollercoaster of a ride .’ Goodreads reviewer |
9. The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches - Sangu Mandanna
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' ONE OF MY COZIEST READS OF THE YEAR' EMILY HENRY 'FULL OF CHARM, WIT, ROMANCE' TRAVIS BALDREE 'THE PERFECT READ' ASHLEY POSTON She found magic in the most unlikely of places. A warm, uplifting and cosy fantasy that will leave readers spellbound, in which an isolated witch has the opportunity to embrace a new family - and a new love. Mika Moon follows three rules: hide your magic, keep your head down, and stay away from other witches. Mika is good at being alone, and she doesn't mind it . . . mostly. But when an unexpected invitation arrives to teach three young witches at the mysterious Nowhere House, Mika jumps at the chance for a different life. As she comes to care for its quirky inhabitants - and Jamie, the handsome but prickly librarian - finally belonging somewhere feels like a real possibility. But magic isn't the only danger in the world - is it worth risking everything to protect the found family Mika didn't know she was looking for? READERS LOVE SANGU MANDANNA 'Wistful, gorgeous and beautiful' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A perfect cozy book to warm the cockles of your heart and soul' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wonderfully nostalgic storytelling voice' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' So warm, fun and twinkly!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book is just one big magical hug' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
10. Framed In Death: An Eve Dallas thriller (In Death 61) - J. D. Robb
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The brand-new crime thriller from Sunday Times bestselling author, J, D. Robb. 'J.D. Robb is a fantastic storyteller who knows how to keep the pages flying by' -#1 International Bestselling Author, Karin Slaughter "One of my all-time favorite authors hitting a golden moment in one of my all-time favorite series. J.D. Robb never disappoints!" Lisa Gardner ------------------------------ Death imitates art in the brand-new crime thriller starring homicide cop Eve Dallas from the Sunday Times bestselling author J.D. Robb. Manhattan is filled with galleries and deep-pocketed collectors who can make an artist's career with a wave of a hand. But one man toils in obscurity, his brilliance unrecognized while lesser talents bask in the glory he believes should be his. Come tomorrow, he vows, the city will be buzzing about his work. Indeed, before dawn, Lt. Eve Dallas is speeding toward the home of the two gallery owners whose doorway has been turned into a horrifying crime scene overnight. A lifeless young woman has been elaborately costumed and precisely posed to resemble the model of a long-ago Dutch master. Can Eve unravel the twisted mind of a serial killer before he strikes again... 'If you're a crime fiction fan and haven't discovered them yet, welcome to the very best day of your life' Heat Magazine |
11. Clive Cussler’s The Iron Storm - Jack Du Brul
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A CUNNING ESCAPE. A SHADOWY ANARCHIST PLOT. THE GREAT WAR ARRIVES ON AMERICAN SOIL . . . Isaac Bell returns for another thrilling mission, from the Grand Master of Adventure, Clive Cussler – Washington DC, 1917 . When the President sends Isaac Bell to Europe as a fact-finding observer, it seems a safer mission than most. But when his plane is shot down behind enemy lines, Bell is captured and thrown into a medieval fortress. Escaping with fellow prisoners will take every ounce of cunning - and the latest battlefield technology. Yet freedom reveals an even greater danger: a secret anarchist plot to unleash the horrors of war on American soil. Now Bell must race across the Atlantic to stop a ruthless enemy before the fight reaches home. -- Praise for Clive Cussler: 'The Adventure King' Sunday Express 'Just about the best in the business' New York Post 'Cussler is hard to beat' Daily Mail |
12. Small Blessings - Martha Woodroof
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A small-town college professor meets the ten-year-old son he never knew he had: "This warm, wise tale leaves a smile long after the final page is turned." — People Tom Putnam has resigned himself to a quiet and half-fulfilled life. An English professor in a sleepy college town, he spends his days browsing the Shakespeare shelves at the campus bookstore, managing the oddball faculty in his department, and caring, alongside his formidable mother-in-law, for his wife Marjory, a fragile shut-in with unrelenting neuroses, a condition exacerbated by her discovery of Tom's brief and misguided affair with a visiting poetess a decade earlier. Then, one evening at the bookstore, Tom and Marjory meet Rose Callahan, the shop's charming new hire, and Marjory invites Rose to their home for dinner, out of the blue, her first social interaction since her breakdown. Tom wonders if it's a sign that change is on the horizon, a feeling confirmed upon his return home, where he opens a letter from his former paramour informing him he'd fathered a son—who is, at the moment, heading Tom's way on a train . . . A heartwarming story with a charmingly imperfect cast of characters to cheer for, Small Blessings reminds us that sometimes, when it feels like life has veered irrevocably off track, the track shifts in ways we never could have imagined. "Thoroughly entertaining." — Library Journal (starred review) "A delightful and splendidly intelligent comedy." —Margot Livesey, New York Times –bestselling author of The Road from Belhaven |
13. The Couple's Secret - Lisa Regan
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The couple in the photo smile at the camera, arms wrapped around each other, faces alight with happiness. They were two people getting a second chance at love, trying to blend their young families and start a new life together. Until their smiles became frozen for the camera forever as their lives were cut tragically short by a horrifying act of violence… Seven years ago, Tobias Lachlan and his fiancée Cora Stevens went out for a romantic dinner together. They left the restaurant smiling and holding hands, Cora sent a text message to say they were on the way home… but they were never seen again, leaving their family and friends with broken hearts and unanswered questions. Detective Josie Quinn is shocked when she’s called to investigate the discovery of their bodies in a submerged car in the river just outside Denton. The medical report soon shows that Tobias and Cora were brutally murdered, sending shockwaves through the community and reopening the case that police thought had long gone cold.   With no obvious clues, and no sightings of the couple after they left the restaurant that night, Josie draws a blank. Tobias and Cora’s children, now grown, can’t imagine who might have wanted their parents dead. The discovery of a tiny old-fashioned key in the remnants of Cora’s purse could unlock the mystery, but no one knows what the key might open, and Josie can’t figure out what it meant to Cora. But secrets don’t stay buried forever, and if Josie knows one thing to be true, it’s this: someone always knows something . As she digs deeper, Josie finds evidence that this perfect couple might have been keeping secrets. Secrets from their children, and secrets from each other.     But then another body is found—another member of the family, tragically silenced forever. Josie’s investigation has stirred up more than just the river bed, and she knows that the killer is now even more desperate to keep their secrets hidden. Who is trying to rip this family apart, and can Josie find out before it’s too late?     An absolutely nail-biting and utterly gripping crime thriller from Amazon, USA Today and  Wall Street Journal  bestselling author Lisa Regan. Fans of Angela Marsons, Robert Dugoni and Rachel Caine will not be able to stop turning the pages!    What readers are saying about Lisa Regan:   “ OHMAHGAWD … Absolutely FANTASTIC … Unputdownable … This book is just OUTSTANDING … I need more. I’m addicted … I’m still gaping at the end .” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   “ WOW THIS BOOK IS BRILLIANT!!!!! ... I had my heart in my mouth … Fabulous!!! ” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   “ Thrilling … Addictive … Had my heart pounding … I feel as if I were on an emotional roller coaster of mystery and thrills! Plus, that ending!!!!! Holy Crap! It left me with my jaw hanging open! I was literally speechless! Whew! ... Kept me on the edge of my seat… Wowza! ... Beyond fantastic! I loved every single page! ” Open Book Posts , ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   “ My heart stopped, it broke, I sobbed … My lungs were on fire from holding my breath, and my mind was spinning!!! ... The most amazing book I've ever read .” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   “ Had me gasping out loud … I was completely hooked … Mind. Blown… Pure genius… Absolute perfection … Utterly heartbreaking … Total edge-of-my-seat suspense … Is there a doctor in the house? Because 15 minutes after finishing this book, my pulse was still at 93! ” calbooklover , ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   “ Heart-pounding , unputdownable … Left me breathless! ... Had me hooked! ... I was on the edge of my seat… Pulse-pounding … Wow … A must-read! ” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
14. Mistaken Identity - Lani Lynn Vale
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From the moment Creole Williams met Audric Ingram, they were inseparable. But not the way one would think. They shared a best friend. What they did not do, however, was like each other. You could say that it was a war to win the best friend title. The only problem was, their best friend would never choose a clear winner. So they spent their teenage years fighting it out. What Audric didn’t know, though, was that Creole was desperately in love with him. The same went for Audric, however. He wanted Creole more than his next breath. But it was never the right time. Then life happened, and it kicked them both in the teeth. One second they’re acting, and the next the anger is real, and neither one of them can stand to be near the other. For years, they fight it out, one-upping each other to the point where neither one of them can be in the same room with each other without things going to hell. Then one day their best friend dies, and they have to figure out a way to live without her. And they find a way to live by leaning on each other. There’s no more fighting anymore, at least verbally. Physically, however? They let their bodies duke it out the fun way. But in the end, neither one of them wins. |
15. All the Way to the River - Elizabeth Gilbert
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A WATERSTONES BEST BOOK OF SEPTEMBER 2025 'No one who reads this book will ever forget it' Meg Mason 'An absolute masterclass and truth-bomb … I think many people will be shaken awake by this book' Emma Gannon In her first non-fiction book in a decade, the no. 1 bestselling writer who taught millions of readers to live authentically (Eat Pray Love) and creatively (Big Magic) shows how to break free. In 2000, Elizabeth Gilbert met Rayya. They became friends, then best friends, then inseparable. When tragedy entered their lives, the truth was finally laid bare: the two were in love. They were also a pair of addicts, on a collision course toward catastrophe. What if your most beautiful love story turned into your biggest nightmare? What if the dear friend who taught you so much about your self-destructive tendencies became the unstable partner with whom you disastrously reenacted every one of them? And what if your most devastating heartbreak opened a pathway to your greatest awakening? All the Way to the River is a landmark memoir that will resonate with anyone who has ever been captive to love – or to any other passion, substance or craving – and who yearns, at long last, for liberation. |
16. Eat Yourself Healthy - Jamie Oliver
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Kickstart your good life with Jamie's first cookbook for better long-term health – Eat Yourself Healthy . But Jamie’s health journey will be all about more not less: more taste, more joy, more energy, more sleep, more of the things that we all want . . . *** INCLUDES 2-WEEK HEALTHY MEAL PLAN KICKSTARTER *** ' Oliver’s career has been defined by his mission to try to get Britain eating better…this book is the canonisation of his healthy eating lessons' THE TIMES Looking after yourself begins with food. In Eat Yourself Healthy , Jamie’s 120 easy, mouthwatering recipes will energise, satisfy, nourish and revitalise, including : Meatball Traybake Seared Tuna Kimchi Bowl Steak & Sticky Aubergine Salad Mothership Overnight OatsStrawberry Filo Tarts Chocolate Orange Pots …and plenty more vibrant and tasty recipes for every occasion. This is all about what you can have , not what you can’t. Jamie’s healthy eating is joyful, generous and so tasty you’ll keep coming back to it. For the first time, the book will open with a 2-week nutrition-packed meal plan to kickstart your health journey and 50 helpful health hacks ensure that healthy choices are always easiest choices. This is good food to change your life. Praise for Jamie's approach to delicious, nutritious, tasty food: ' Packed with vitamins, bursting with flavour: irresistible. The healthy recipes that helped Jamie lose two stone ' Sunday Times ' Jamie Oliver is great - I'd put him in charge of the country ' Guardian |
17. Pitcher Perfect - Tessa Bailey
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#1 New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey is back with an all-new enemies-to-lovers, fake-dating sports romance about a playboy hockey rookie and the disciplined softball pitcher completely immune to his charms. Boston Bearcats rookie Robbie Corrigan is living the dream. He’s made it to the NHL, his best friend/teammate and fellow “orgasm donor” is his roomie—and the women of Boston love them both. Life is sweet. That is, until he meets Skylar Paige, division 1 softball pitcher, girl least likely to take anyone’s bull…and the one member of the opposite sex immune to his charms. Robbie might be dazzled by the badass pitcher, but Skylar pegs him as a filthy player and wants nothing to do with him. When he discovers she’s carrying a serious torch for her brother’s best friend, Robbie knows he should just go back to clubbing and whipped cream bikini parties, but he can’t seem to leave Skylar to flounder on her romantic quest to land another man. Nor can he miss out on the opportunity to spend time with her and hopefully redeem himself. Before Robbie knows it, he’s agreed to be Skylar’s fake boyfriend/love coach at an upcoming family wilderness competition where her crush will be in attendance. What could go wrong? Through a series of contests that require them to trust each other, Robbie and Skylar grow closer and closer until their fake relationship starts to feel like the realest thing they’ve ever known and the sizzling lessons in sensuality burn out of control. But it’s all just pretend…right? |
18. What Happened to Nina? - Dervla McTiernan
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From the #1 internationally bestselling author of The Murder Rule comes an emotional novel of suspense about two families pitted against each other. 'Addictive. Propulsive. Dervla McTiernan is a thriller master.' Trent Dalton Winner of the ABIA General Fiction Book of the Year 2025 Winner of the Readers Choice Award at the Davitt Awards 2025 Nina and Simon are the perfect couple. Young, fun and deeply in love. Until they leave for a weekend at his family's cabin in Vermont, and only Simon comes home. WHAT HAPPENED TO NINA? Nobody knows. Simon's explanation about what happened in their last hours together doesn't add up. Nina's parents push the police for answers, and Simon's parents rush to protect him. They hire expensive lawyers and a PR firm that quickly ramps up a vicious, nothing-is-off-limits media campaign. HOW FAR WILL HIS FAMILY GO TO KEEP HIM SAFE? Soon, facts are lost in a swirl of accusation and counter-accusation. Everyone chooses a side, and the story goes viral, fuelled by armchair investigators and wild conspiracy theories and illustrated with pretty pictures taken from Nina's social media accounts. Journalists descend on their small Vermont town, followed by a few obsessive 'fans.' HOW FAR WILL HER FAMILY GO TO GET TO THE TRUTH? Nina's family is under siege, but they never lose sight of the only thing that really matters - finding their daughter. Out-gunned by Simon's wealthy, powerful family, Nina's parents recognize that if playing by the rules won't get them anywhere, it's time to break them. A New York Times pick for Best Thrillers of the Year 2024 'Her best yet. Completely riveting ... and everyone's going to be talking about that ending' Sally Hepworth 'Propulsive and satisfying ... This is Dervla McTiernan at her finest.' Tracey Lien, internationally bestselling author of All That's Left Unsaid 'Gripping ... A smart and unpredictable portrait of how the boundaries between tragedy and entertainment get blurred. It's a disturbing treat for thriller fans.' Publishers Weekly 'One of the best thrillers I have read ... unforgettable and deeply moving' Don Winslow 'McTiernan turns the traditional thriller on its head ... [with] deep humanity ... Truly haunting.' Kirkus starred review 'Almost painfully gripping. Disturbing, enthralling ... The last scene will make your blood run cold.' New York Times Praise for Dervla McTiernan: 'An uncommonly fine mystery writer' New York Times 'McTiernan's in the top rank of crime writers' Chris Hammer 'A born storyteller' Val McDermid |
19. Culpability - Bruce Holsinger
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"An irresistibly anxious book."―The Washington Post "A family drama with a shocking twist." ―The New York Times "I was riveted until the very last shocking sentence!"―Oprah Winfrey When the Cassidy-Shaws' driverless minivan fatally collides with an oncoming car, seventeen-year-old Charlie is in the driver's seat. His father, Noah, is beside him, and in the back with his younger siblings is his mother, Lorelei—a renowned AI researcher—who is lost in her work. During a weeklong retreat on the Chesapeake Bay, the Cassidy-Shaws wrestle with the moral fallout of the crash as a routine police enquiry starts to unravel. As Lorelei's increasingly odd behaviour stirs her husband's suspicions that there may be a darker truth behind the incident, the arrival of tech billionaire Daniel Monet (who has a mysterious history with Lorelei) cements them. When Charlie falls for Monet's teenage daughter, tensions among the Cassidy-Shaws reach breaking point. A psychosocial thriller and a propulsive family drama, Culpability explores a world newly shaped by non-human forces such as chatbots and autonomous cars, and forces us to examine our own relationship to artificial intelligence, and the nuanced ways in which we are all, in fact, culpable. |
20. The Better Sister - Alafair Burke
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NOW A PRIME VIDEO TV SERIES STARRING ELIZABETH BANKS AND JESSICA BIEL 'Highly addictive' KARIN SLAUGHTER 'A major talent' HARLAN COBEN 'Accomplished and absorbing' SUNDAY TIMES Keep your enemies close and your sister closer. . . For a while, it seemed like both Taylor sisters had found happiness. Chloe landed a coveted publishing job in New York City. Nicky got married to a promising young attorney named Adam McIntosh and became a mother to a baby boy named Ethan. But now, fourteen years later, it is Chloe who is married to Adam. When he is murdered at the couple's beach house, she has no choice but to welcome her estranged sister - her teenage stepson's biological mother - back into her life. When the police begin to treat Ethan as a suspect, the sisters are forced to confront the truth behind family secrets they both tried to leave behind in order to protect the boy they love, whatever the cost. Readers were gripped by The Better Sister: 'Reading an Alafair Burke novel is like a ride on a Harley.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'If writing twists and turns were an Olympic sport, Alafair Burke would be the gold medal champion.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is one of the best domestic thrillers I have ever read.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An excellent read with a twisty, "I did not see that coming!" ending!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book kept me on my toes trying to figure out who did it. It was a real page turner.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A must read for crime novel fans.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
21. Finding the One - Kristen Ashley
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Their parents being family friends, American/English aristocrat, Blake Sharp, and Scottish playboy Alasdair Wallace were thrust together all through their childhoods.   Blake thought Dair was a filthy, obnoxious, little boy bully.    Dair thought Blake was a spoiled, prissy wee miss.   Then Blake grew up to be a beautiful, loving woman who took care of everyone and made amazing pistachio muffins. And Dair grew up to be a protective, fun-loving, hard-living professional rugby player.   In the meantime, they’d both been deeply betrayed by lovers.   When their paths cross again, Blake is still reeling from her fiancé’s treachery and what she learned about herself during it.   Dair thinks he’s recovered from a marriage to a woman who was not at all what she seemed, and now he’s smitten by the woman Blake has become.   So smitten, he has every intention of exploring what they can grow to be together.   But their combined family history is filled with secrets and lies. Secrets and lies that explode in their faces.   And while they deal with that, ghosts from the past rise up and threaten to haunt their future.   Is what they built together strong enough to hold true?   Or will their personal demons tear them apart? |
22. We Are All Guilty Here - Karin Slaughter
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The gripping and exciting first book in a brand new crime thriller series from the No.1 bestselling author. 'Quite simply, Karin Slaughter is the best of us' Dervla McTiernan Welcome to North Falls. A small town where everyone knows everyone. But nobody knows the truth. Emmy Clifton has lived here all her life. She thinks she knows her neighbours. She's wrong. She thinks it's just another hot summer night: a night like any other. She's wrong. When her best friend's daughter asks for help, she thinks it's just some teenage drama. She thinks it can wait. She's never been more wrong in her life. As the town ignites in the wake of the girl's disappearance, Emmy throws herself into the search. But then she realises: You never really know a town until you know its secrets. Is Emmy ready for the truth? 'Karin Slaughter is always a must read' Harlan Coben 'With this book, Karin Slaughter stamps her authority all over the genre. It's impeccably crafted, achingly tense, and so deeply felt. The plot is intricate and the characters are both larger than life and utterly real. I read it in a day and a half and it will stay with me for years' Dervla McTiernan 'A thriller of breadth and depth - a powerful and gripping read' Shari Lapena 'I was utterly enthralled by the chilling twists and turns, but also by Slaughter's deep understanding of love, friendship and loyalty. A huge novel with an even bigger heart - a tremendous achievement.' Jane Casey 'Explosive and fabulous - Slaughter never fails to deliver' Cara Hunter Praise for Karin Slaughter: 'Crime fiction at its finest' Michael Connelly 'I'd follow her anywhere' Gillian Flynn 'One of the best crime novelists in America' Washington Post 'Fiction doesn't get any better than this' Jeffery Deaver 'In a class of her own' West Australian |
23. The Book of Sheen - Charlie Sheen
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"We can live the stories or hear about them later from others. I choose the former." Charlie Sheen should not be alive to tell these stories. But in The Book of Sheen , the star who has defied all odds –   decades of addiction (to drugs, alcohol, gambling, and more), an HIV diagnosis, three divorces, a dust-up with the Sinaloan cartel, and other challenges that will leave readers stunned –   finally presents the truth... or, at least his version. ("The facts are the facts; how I choose to interpret or deconstruct them falls squarely on me," Sheen writes.) From his childhood spent on movie sets for blockbusters like Apocalypse Now ; to the golden days of 1980s Hollywood, filled with heartthrobs like Rob Lowe and Sean Penn; to the humid jungles of the Philippines and mock-army training that crossed dangerously into life-threatening for the filming of Platoon ; to the early aughts' sitcom dominance, every Sheen anecdote drips with shocking lucidity, humor, and self-deprecation. Sheen deftly leads readers through his childhood as the son of award-winning actor Martin Sheen (a "Cathoholic"), which took the family from New York to Mexico to Italy and beyond; his competitive brotherhood against fellow teen heartthrob and Brat Pack member Emilio Estevez; his debilitating stutter that continued into adulthood and which he attempted to hide from producers and directors; his friendships with Chris and Sean Penn, Rob Lowe, Nic Cage, Matthew Perry, and other troubled stars of the era; his adventures on and off camera for films like Platoon  and Wall Street  and shows like Spin City  and Two and a Half Men ; his challenges in fatherhood and the kids that ultimately got him sober; and more. Woven throughout is a constant: addiction, and Sheen's perpetual battle with it. Riddled with regrets, filled with humor, and finally candid, Sheen delivers a truly hilarious no-holds-barred memoir, one fitting for a star of his caliber and controversy. |
24. Lover Forbidden - J.R. Ward
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The aristocracy is making a run for the throne in this latest thrilling, star-crossed paranormal romance entry in J.R. Ward's #1 New York Time s bestselling Black Dagger Brotherhood series. When Lyric goes out for the night, she's not ready for a brush with death - and she's really not ready for the male who comes out of nowhere and saves her. Her family, especially her father, Qhuinn, are so relieved she's okay, but all she can think about is her mysterious savior. Without telling anybody, she seeks out Devlin, and they are immediately drawn to one another. Her near-death experience has given her a fresh appreciation for life and the desire to live it to its fullest, but she has no idea that he's hiding a secret - or that he could be the key to ending the war between the Black Dagger Brotherhood and the lessers forever. |
25. The Boy from the Woods - Harlan Coben
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FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE MATCH AND CREATOR OF HIT NETFLIX DRAMA FOOL ME ONCE ____________________________ Thirty years ago, a child was found in the New Jersey backwoods. He had been living a feral existence, with no memory of how he got there or even who he is. Everyone just calls him Wilde. Now a former soldier and security expert, he lives off the grid, shunned by the community - until they need him. A child has gone missing. With her family suspecting she's just playing a disappearing game, nobody seems concerned except for criminal attorney Hester Crimstein. She contacts Wilde, asking him to use his unique skills to find the girl. But even he can find no trace of her. One day passes, then a second, then a third. On the fourth, a human finger shows up in the mail. And now Wilde knows this is no game. It's a race against time to save the girl's life - and expose the town's dark trove of secrets... Also featuring the character of Wilde: The Match - OUT NOW _____________________________ 'The absolute master' RICHARD OSMAN 'A helter-skelter of a read!' LISA JEWELL 'One of the all-time greats' GILLIAN FLYNN 'One of my favourites' JOHN GRISHAM 'At the top of his game' PETER JAMES 'Never lets you down' LEE CHILD 'Insanely readable' SUNDAY MIRROR 'Coben is a phenomenon' THE TIMES Harlan Coben, Number 1 Sunday Times bestseller, January 2024 |
26. The Cornish Witch - Elena Collins
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The BRAND NEW spellbinding historical novel from bestseller Elena Collins, perfect for fans of Weyward, Outlander and Barbara Erskine ✨ ‘Heartbreaking and hopeful, it’s a brilliant read.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Nicola Cornick A haunting cliffside inn. A centuries-old secret waiting to be uncovered... Now: When Megan’s father gets a letter containing a secret from the past, he asks her to go to the Cornish village of St Mawgen Cove to get to the bottom of the mystery. Megan is happy to take a holiday after a challenging year but as soon as she checks into The Ship Inn something feels amiss. There are noises in the room above, the locals tell tales of smugglers and shipwrecks and she can’t escape the story of the witch who waits and watches from the top of the cliff. 1625: Susanna and her daughter Katel live a contented life, but without the protection of a husband and father, Susanna fears for Katel’s future as she blossoms into womanhood. The fishing community of St Mawgen Cove is close knit but when misfortune arrives in the cove, it’s not long before villagers are looking for someone to blame. And when talk turns to witches, Susanna knows she and Katel are no longer safe. Can Megan bring peace to St Mawgen and to two women who have been broken-hearted for centuries? An unforgettable historical mystery about secrets, longing and the power of a mother’s love. Love Lucinda Riley and Kate Mosse? READ THIS! Readers love Elena Collins: ‘This is a wonderfully well-written book, atmospheric, immersive, heart-touching, heart-breaking.’ ‘Really well written book, love the history and the mystery surrounding the story, what sadness surrounds this lady of old, cannot wait for your next book Elena.’ ‘An enthralling blend of known fact, myth and imagination with believable characters, atmospheric descriptions and fascinating locations all told with warmth and compassion.’ ‘The brilliant story of Kate Ferrers was entrancing with all of the well written characters coming to life from the page in a thrilling tale of love, friendships and loss, magnificent!’ ‘Elena writes so cleverly and with good humour, I was gripped and couldn't wait to read more and have my imagination play me the story as I swept from page to page. 5 big shiny stars!!!!’ Praise for Elena Collins: 'The emotionally powerful story of Katherine Ferrers really gripped me and the spooky sightings of her ghost were spine-tingling. Elena writes so beautifully and weaves the threads of the stories together so masterfully. Both heartbreaking and hopeful, it’s a brilliant read.' Nicola Cornick 'A wonderful book by a fabulous author. Very highly recommended.’ Louise Douglas 'The Lady of The Loch held me spellbound from the first page to the last. With two storylines beautifully woven together to create a seamless tale of love, loss, betrayal and, above all, hope, it’s a must-read. Collins’s detailed knowledge of the period trickles through the tale wrapping the reader in a vivid shifting world as it moves between the 14th century and present day. Cleverly researched and exquisitely written, The Lady of The Loch is a timeless story of hope, family and love. I loved it.' Alexandra Walsh |
27. Crossfire - Wilbur Smith & David Churchill
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ONE SHOT AT STOPPING A TRAITOR. ONE CHANCE TO CHANGE HISTORY. Praise for Wilbur Smith 'A master storyteller' Sunday Times 'No one does adventure quite like Smith' Daily Mirror ' Best historical novelist' Stephen King WILBUR SMITH RETURNS WITH A BRAND-NEW SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING WORLD WAR II THRILLER 1943. The tide of the Second World War is turning. The Russian victory at Stalingrad - the bloodiest battle in history - has opened the door for the Allies. Now, they must strike decisively at the heart of Hitler's Reich. But military success cannot be guaranteed without total secrecy. Special Operations Executive's Saffron Courtney is sailing from the west coast of Scotland to New York on the Queen Mary. Her mission - to identify the mole in the British Embassy in Washington, DC before Churchill and Roosevelt begin the talks that will determine British and American military strategy in the wake of the Russian victory. Haunted by the ghosts of her previous mission in the Low Countries, and with dangerous agents on her tail, Saffron must find the spy who could derail the Allied advance. Time is running out. Will Saffron complete her mission? Or will she succumb to the shadows of her past? A BRAND-NEW BOOK IN THE LONG-RUNNING EPIC HISTORICAL SAGA OF THE COURTNEY FAMILY AND THE FOLLOW ON FROM WORLDWIDE BESTSELLERS COURTNEY'S WAR AND LEGACY OF WAR . 'A suspense-packed, fast-moving tale of perilous cat-and-mouse espionage' Lancashire Evening Post Readers are loving CROSSFIRE : 'The plot twists are excellent and the characters are utterly fascinating' 'Had me gripped from the beginning' 'I couldn't put this book down . The heroine is funny, dangerous, clever and fearless and the storyline is riveting ' 'A fantastic storyline from Wilbur Smith and plenty of action and intrigue ' |
28. The Family Inheritance - Tricia Stringer
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A toxic will plays havoc in the lives of three generations of women when they discover they have been living a lie. A keenly observed story of the danger of secrets, the legacy of betrayal and the power of family from a bestselling Australian author. Sometimes an ending is really a beginning ... Felicity Lewis's fiftieth birthday party in her newly renovated home, loving husband and daughter Greta by her side, is going off with a bang when disaster strikes. Her father, Franklyn, with his usual impeccable timing, has keeled over and died. For some members of the family, his wife Hazel for example, Franklyn's death is not the great loss it first appears to be. But when his toxic and inexplicable will is read out, it becomes clear that long-buried secrets are about to surface, starting with the astonishing reappearance of Hazel's long-lost sister. Indeed, Franklyn's death sets in motion a chain of events that will cause three generations of Gifford family women to question everything they hold dear - their relationships, their loyalties, even their identities. Until, that is, they choose to fight back against their dark inheritance ... A clever, sympathetic and thought-provoking look at how a legacy of lies can seep through the generations and poison all it touches, and how the truth can set you free. |
29. Billion-Dollar Ransom - James Patterson
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It would take a perfect plan to collect a billion-dollar ransom. So here’s the plan. Five innocent people. In different locations. All kidnapped at the same moment in time. Two children taken from a private school bus. A film producer and a movie star grabbed at a hideaway resort. A beautiful wife whisked off the streets of Beverly Hills. A billionaire wants his family back. The cash, gold, jewels, crypto are all ready. There’s only one problem: Stubborn and brilliant FBI agent Nicky Gordon also has a plan. And she doesn’t want to pay the kidnappers. Not a dime. _________________________________ PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSON 'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' LEE CHILD 'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' IAN RANKIN 'The master storyteller of our times' HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON 'One of the greatest storytellers of all time' PATRICIA CORNWELL 'Patterson is in a class by himself' GUARDIAN |
30. Lyrebird - Jane Caro
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Lyrebirds are brilliant mimics, so if they mimic a woman screaming in terror and begging for her life, they have witnessed a crime. But how does a young, hung over PHD student and a wet behind the ears new detective, convince anyone that a native bird can be a reliable witness to a murder, especially when there is no body and no missing person? And what happens when they turn out to be right? A sound froze her blood. A woman. A woman screaming in pure terror. Screaming and sobbing—begging—out here, in this desolate place.  Twenty years ago, ornithology student Jessica Weston panicked when she heard a woman screaming for her life in the remote Barrington Tops. Her relief, when she discovers that it is a lyrebird making the sounds, is profound. She is thrilled to have caught his display on video. Then she remembers—lyrebirds are mimics. Whatever the wild creature has heard must have really happened, and happened nearby. Jessica takes her video to the police. Despite support from newly minted detective, Megan Blaxland, with no missing person reported and no body, her evidence is ridiculed and dismissed. Twenty years later, a body is unearthed, just where Jessica said it would be. Horrified they let the case go cold, Jessica, now an associate professor, and Megan, recently retired but brought back to head up the investigation, reunite and join forces. They are determined to find the killer, whatever it takes. What they don't realise is that they are not just putting their lives in danger, but also the lives of those close to them ... 'Based on a mind-blowing and wholly unique premise, Lyrebird is a twisty thriller that will keep you in its grip until the last page.' JOAN SAUERS, author of Echo Lake  'I inhaled Lyrebird —it is such a compelling novel.' HANNAH DIVINEY, author of I'll Let Myself In  'Unputdownable. A brilliant read from a wonderfully evocative, insightful writer.' LISA WILKINSON, journalist  'Ripper story - couldn't put it down!' BRYAN BROWN, actor and author of The Drowning 'A fascinating, original mystery thriller.' MALCOLM KNOX, author of The First Friend 'No one writing in Australia is wiser ... Jane Caro is a golden writer; she sees and expresses moments others do not. I would follow wherever she goes. And this book is no exception.' MIRIAM MARGOLYES, actress and author of Oh Miriam! |
31. Mastering Knife Skills - Norman Weinstein
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An illustrated, practical guide to everything you need to know about using knives in the kitchen. As the number of gourmet home kitchens burgeons, so does the number of home cooks who want to become proficient users of the professional-caliber equipment they own. And of all kitchen skills, perhaps the most critical are those involving the proper use of knives. Norman Weinstein has been teaching his knife skills workshop at New York City's Institute of Culinary Education for more than a decade—and his classes always sell out. That's because Weinstein focuses so squarely on the needs of the nonprofessional cook, providing basic instruction in knife techniques that maximize efficiency while placing the least possible stress on the user's arm. Now, Mastering Knife Skills brings Weinstein's well-honed knowledge to home cooks everywhere. Whether you want to dice an onion with the speed and dexterity of a TV chef, carve a roast like an expert, bone a chicken quickly and neatly, or just learn how to hold a knife in the right way, Mastering Knife Skills will be your go-to manual. Each cutting, slicing, and chopping method is thoroughly explained—and illustrated with clear, step-by-step photographs. Extras include information on knife construction, knife makers and types, knife maintenance and safety, and cutting boards. "In the old days, when kitchens weren't equipped with a lot of fancy gadgets, a skilled chef needed only one tool to ply his trade: a sharp knife. This book will introduce novice cooks to and reacquaint experienced chefs with everything they need to know about a good knife and the art of using it." —Cecilia Chiang, James Beard Award–winning restaurateur and author of The Seventh Daughter "This beautifully illustrated book, written with passion and precision, minces no words in guiding the reader to choose, maintain, and use a knife. Indispensable for anyone who prepares food, it has taught me how to cut produce much more efficiently." —David Karp, Fruit Detective |
32. Grumpy Cowboy Collection - Elana Johnson
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Ready to be part of a family who loves deep? Sometimes yells? Works hard? And always, always has a place for YOU to belong? If you're ready for that, welcome to the Cooper family in Sweet Water Falls, at their generational farm in the Coastal Bend of Texas. And we're all waiting for YOU to pull up a chair at the family dinner table! To do that, you need the complete collection - all the Cooper brothers, as cross and grumpy and surly as they may be. Get it in this singular set! 4 full-length sweet contemporary western romance novels that are guaranteed to make you laugh, cry, and fall in love. You'll get: Book 1: Cross Cowboy -  He's been accused of being far too blunt. Like that time he accused her of stealing her company from her best friend... Can Travis and Shayla overcome their differences and find a happily-ever-after together? Book 2: Grumpy Cowboy -  He can find the negative in any situation. Like that time he got upset with the woman who brought him a free chocolate-and-caramel-covered apple because it had melted in his truck... Can William and Gretchen start over and make a healthy relationship after it's started to wilt? Book 3: Surly Cowboy -  He's got a reputation to uphold and he's not all that amused the way regular people are. Like that time he stood there straight-faced and silent while everyone else in the audience cheered and clapped for that educational demo... Can Lee and Rosalie let bygones be bygones and make a family filled with joy? Book 4: Salty Cowboy -  The last Cooper sibling is looking for love...she just wishes it wouldn't be in her hometown, or with the saltiest cowboy on the planet. But something about Jed Forrester has Cherry all a-flutter, and he'll be darned if he's going to let her get away. But Jed may have met his match when it comes to his quick tongue and salty attitude... |
33. The Missing Ones - Anita Waller
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Preorder the BRAND NEW psychological thriller from the number 2 bestselling author of The Family at No. 12 A completely unmissable, twisty thriller, perfect for fans of Claire Douglas, Frieda McFadden, and Lisa Jewell. Ray Eke has always found peace in his job, collecting litter for the city council. Until the day he finds the brutalized, bloodless body of a girl on his round. He recognizes her immediately too. Lauren Pascoe went missing three years before. It’s also clear she hasn’t been lying on the roadside verge all this time. Someone’s clearly been holding her prisoner. Keeping her as their very special toy. The police know it couldn’t have been Ray, whose gentle heart is obvious to all. But then another girl is taken. And she’s someone who Ray had a connection to, back in his previous job as an accountant, before his breakdown… The twists in this novel are guaranteed to leave readers with their jaws on the floor. Just when you think you know who the killer is, you’ll have your mind blown! Readers love Anita Waller: ‘A great cast of characters, a riveting storyline, a nail-biting climax.’ Valerie Keogh ‘By page 3 I was hooked. By the end I was addicted.’ Owen Mullen ‘Wow! Sit down and hold on for the ride!… Another one of Anita’s books that I didn't want to put down… Just as I love a psychological thriller to be and the ending was just perfect. Another stunningly compulsive read from a truly brilliant author!’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was hooked from the first page. Blown away. Wow… Twisted, dark and disturbing.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is why I read novels! This book is everything!... I want to read ten more like it.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘WHAT A BRILLIANT READ… It gripped me from the first page!’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Oh my goodness! I’m not a great reader but I devoured this book in a few days… Twists and turns a plenty… Suspense, thrilling, heart wrenching and what a conclusion. Had it all. Best book in a long time.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What a read! Literally I couldn’t put it down… Extremely gripping.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Gobsmacking… Kept me glued to the pages until the very last word!… The outcome shocked me – I didn’t see THAT coming but that wasn't the last surprise. A fantastic thriller.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
34. The Valley - Chris Hammer
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The latest stunning thriller from the bestselling author of Scrublands and The Seven . Nell Buchanan and Ivan Lucic are back – and Nell is thrown into her most emotionally fraught investigation yet. A controversial entrepreneur is murdered in a remote mountain valley, but this is no ordinary case. Ivan and Nell are soon contending with cowboy lawyers, conmen, bullion thieves and grave robbers.  But it's when Nell discovers the victim is a close blood relative that the past begins to take on a looming significance. What did take place in The Valley all those years ago? What was Nell's mother doing there, and what was her connection to troubled young police officer Simmons Burnside? And why do the police hierarchy insist Ivan and Nell stay with the case despite an obvious conflict of interest?  The Valley features a page-turning plot, intriguing characters and an evocative sense of place—where nothing is ever quite what it seems. Chris Hammer, the acclaimed author of the international bestsellers Scrublands , Treasure & Dirt , The Tilt and The Seven , presents another immersive and emotionally rewarding thriller. Praise for Chris Hammer: 'Hammer has confirmed and underlined his reputation as numbering among the very best novelists in detective fiction.' Sydney Morning Herald 'Chris Hammer at the height of his powers ... absolutely not to be missed!' Hayley Scrivenor, author of Dirt Town on The Tilt 'A darkly simmering mystery, gorgeously told ... Utterly brilliant.' Dervla McTiernan, author of The Ruin and What Happened to Nina? 'It would be unfair to say Chris Hammer is at the top of the crime writing game. Chris Hammer IS the game. Full Tilt may be a better title, given the speed with which readers will devour Chris Hammer's exceptional novel.' Benjamin Stevenson, author of Everyone On This Train is a Suspect 'Like everything Chris Hammer writes, The Tilt is a rich, complex thriller, packed with detail and intrigue. There's a reason why this guy is on my auto-read list!' Christian White, author of The Nowhere Child 'Chris Hammer is a great writer … a leader in Australian noir.' Michael Connelly 'If you haven't read Hammer before, this is the perfect time to experience one of the best writers Australia has to offer. Rife with intrigue, murder, and small-town secrets, Treasure and Dirt is a spectacular thriller that delivers some unforgettable characters with twists and turns you won't see coming. Hammer has raised the bar for Australian crime, and this is a must-read.' Better Reading 'Chris Hammer has excelled himself with Trust ... a thriller strong on character development, social insights, ethical issues and dramatic action.' Weekend Australian 'The best Australian crime novel since Peter Temple's The Broken Shore .' The Times on Silver 'Shimmers with heat from the sun and from the passions that drive a tortured tale of blood and loss.' Val McDermid on Scrublands |
35. Little Pieces of Me - Alison Hammer
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"A powerful story of family and connection that is just as fun as it is heartbreaking. I didn't want the story to end."  —  Jill Santopolo,  New York Times  bestselling author of  The Light We Lost  and  Everything After  Following her acclaimed debut novel, You and Me and Us, Alison Hammer offers a deeply moving story of family and identity. When a DNA test reveals a long-buried secret, a woman must look to the past to understand her mother and herself. When Paige Meyer gets an email from a DNA testing website announcing that her father is a man she never met, she is convinced there must be a mistake. But as she digs deeper into her mother's past and her own feelings of being the odd child out growing up, Paige begins to question everything she thought she knew. Could this be why Paige never felt like she fit in her family, and why her mother always seemed to keep her at an arm's length? And what does it mean for Paige's memories of her father, a man she idolized and whose death she is still grieving? Back in 1975, Betsy Kaplan, Paige's mom, is a straightlaced sophomore at the University of Kansas. When her sweet but boring boyfriend disappoints her, Betsy decides she wants more out of life, and is tired of playing it safe. Enter Andy Abrams, the golden boy on campus with a potentially devastating secret. After their night together has unexpected consequences, Betsy is determined to bury the truth and rebuild a stable life for her unborn child, whatever the cost. When Paige can't get answers from her mother, she goes looking for the only other person who was there that night. The more she learns about what happened, the more she sees her unflappable, distant mother as a real person faced with an impossible choice. But will it be enough to mend their broken relationship? Told in dual timelines, Little Pieces of Me examines identity and how the way we define ourselves changes (or not) through our life experiences.  |
36. Fourth Wing - Rebecca Yarros
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DON'T BE THE LAST TO DISCOVER THE SERIES THAT EVERYONE CAN'T STOP TALKING ABOUT: 'Pure escapism - think Hunger Games meets Fifty Shades ' The Sun 'We weren't expecting to become obsessed . . . but we very much are and we're not alone' Sunday Times Style 'This book contains an addictive, drug like essence that will make you relinquish all responsibility' Glamour 'Yarros had me hooked from the first chapter' Mail on Sunday __________________________________________ FRIENDS. ENEMIES. LOVERS . . . EVERYONE HAS AN AGENDA Violet Sorrengail expected to live a quiet life surrounded by books, until she was forced onto the world's deadliest training ground. Now she must fight to join the army's elite: dragon riders. But dragons don't choose fragile riders, they incinerate them, and when your body breaks as easily as Violet's does - death is only a heartbeat away. EVERY NIGHT COULD BE YOUR LAST Many cadets would kill Violet to better their own chances of success; the rest would kill her just because of her last name . . . including the ruthless Xaden Riorson, her family's greatest enemy. With the odds stacked against her, Violet must use every edge her wits can give her just to see the next sunrise, because once you enter Basgiath War College, there are only two ways out: GRADUATE OR DIE __________________________________________ OVER ONE MILLION READERS HAVE ALREADY GIVEN FOUR T H WING FIVE S T ARS. ARE YOU READY T O ENTER T HE WORLD OF BASGIA T H WAR COLLEGE? 'The new publishing sensation ' Daily Mail 'I couldn't put it down!' Millie Bobby Brown 'If I can convince you to read one book I recommend it would be this one' 'I didn't sleep, I didn't eat, and when I finished, I had the overwhelming urge to just start it all over again ' 'This book is probably the best fantasy book I have ever read' ' FIVE. FREAKING. STARS . There is no universe where I could give this book any less of a rating' 'There are some stories you read and enjoy but every so often you come across one that just obliterates everything and takes over your entire being within a few pages and becomes your world and personality . Well, this is the one' ' The world building in this was phenomenal . I lived, breathed and became a part of the college' 'You know when you finish a book, and it leaves an ache in your chest because it was so good, and now it's over? That's exactly how I feel after finishing Fourth Wing' OTHER BOOKS IN THE EMPYREAN SERIES: - FOURTH WING - IRON FLAME - ONYX STORM *Rebecca Yarros's Fourth Wing paperback was an instant number-one bestseller in the first week of April 2024. |
37. A Home Among the Snow Gums - Stella Quinn
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The road to love is a rutted dirt track for the other vet from Snowy River ... An unmissable, funny, feel-good romance from the author of The Vet From Snowy River, Stella Quinn. Hannah Cody grew up sunny, carefree and loved in the Snowy Mountains town of Hanrahan, but a vicious prank at university in Sydney changed that. Instead of studying medicine, she moved to a small regional centre, switched to veterinary science and swore off romance for life. Ten quiet years later, she's settled. She's safe. And yeah, she hasn't left Hanrahan in years, but that's not agoraphobia, is it? It's not hiding if you're happy. After many years abroad as a naval analyst, Tom Krauss is drawn home by his estranged father's deteriorating health and his own secret injury. But as soon as he sets eyes on Hannah again, he realises that he's never forgotten the engaging little sister of his best friend. He loved her when he was a teenager, and now he knows he never stopped. Problem: romance is a no-go. There's a piece of shrapnel wedged against his spine, and the countdown is on for him to make a surgical decision that could free him from pain ... or paralyse him. But the Hanrahan townsfolk have other ideas: it's time for Hannah to work out that living with your heart wide open is worth the risk, and it's time for Tom to learn that love is messy and wonderful and necessary. Change is afoot in this small town, and these two will have to work out if they can be brave enough to make changes too... PRAISE FOR STELLA QUINN: 'A Town Like Clarence captivated me completely with its easy charm, true-blue Aussie setting and delightful cast ... a book that filled my heart with immense happiness.' - Mrs B's Book Reviews 'Quinn deftly touches on important themes of addiction and trauma, while still managing to deliver a warm-hearted, feel-good read ... A blissful, heart-warming Aussie romance, best enjoyed with some Iced Vovos and a steaming cup of tea.' - Better Reading 'Brimming with warmth and humour, Stella Quinn's new rural romance, A Town Like Clarence, roped me in from the prologue and kept me smiling throughout.' - Kiss and Tell |
38. The Impossible Fortune - Richard Osman
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**The unmissable new mystery in the bestselling, record-breaking Thursday Murder Club series by Richard Osman** ----- Who's got time to think about murder when there's a wedding to plan? It’s been a quiet year for the Thursday Murder Club. Joyce is busy with table plans and first dances. Elizabeth is grieving. Ron is dealing with family troubles, and Ibrahim is still providing therapy to his favourite criminal. But when Elizabeth meets a wedding guest who fears for their life, the thrill of the chase is ignited once again. A villain wants access to an uncrackable code and will stop at nothing to get it. Plunged back into their most explosive investigation yet, can the gang solve the puzzle and a murder in time? Available for pre-order now! ----- Praise for Richard Osman and the Thursday Murder Club series ‘Brilliantly suspenseful’ JEFFERY DEAVER ‘Deplorably good’ IAN RANKIN ‘Funny, clever, compelling’ HARLAN COBEN ‘I smiled a million times’ MARIAN KEYES ‘Warm, wise and witty’ VAL MCDERMID ‘Osman just gets better’ SHARI LAPENA 'The thing that shines through in Osman’s writing is that he really likes people and revels in all their foibles and eccentricities . . . a delightful read' OBSERVER ‘The rightful king of crime’ i PAPER |
39. Dear Roomie - Kate Meader
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Reid Durand isn't here to make friends. Coming from a legacy of hockey greatness, he has games to win and things to prove. With his focus during his first season as a Chicago Rebel on his drive to succeed, every vice is off the table. No booze, no sugar, and definitely no women. Kennedy Clark is the master of the side hustle. She'll walk your dog, brew your espresso, and pick up your dry-cleaning, all while rocking it in Warrior pose. Standing still is impossible for her because the moment she starts to slow down, it'll come rushing back in a torrent. The memories. The pain. The heartbreak. Their meet-cute is more of a freeze-cute. Besides, they already know each other. He's the rude, entitled customer at her coffee shop, or what used to be her coffee shop since she just got fired—because of Mr. Extra Shot Americano himself. Reid didn't intend to get Kennedy fired. He didn't intend to rescue a dog after the poor thing ended up in the lake. And he definitely didn't intend to acquire a new roommate. A curvy, chatty, tempting roommate. Now this perfect storm of events are about to wreak havoc on his neatly-ordered life. Reid Durand isn't here to make friends, and he's certainly not here to lose his heart to a puppy, a team, or a chaos agent like Kennedy. But then we don't always get what we want ... |
40. The Royal Insider - Paul Burrell
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THE BRAND NEW REVELATORY ROYAL MEMOIR FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR PAUL BURRELL. ' Unmissable new revelations,' DAILY MAIL 'For twenty-one years I was in a privileged position and shared the lives of the Queen and Princess Diana. Now that neither of these two wonderful women are here, that duty continues for me in the need to protect their legacy.' For over two decades, Paul Burrell was a silent witness to the making of history - first as footman to Queen Elizabeth II, then as butler to King Charles III (then Prince of Wales), and, most famously, as a confidante of the late Princess Diana. Now, with a unique perspective shaped by time and change, he's ready to share his own story alongside theirs. His bestselling memoir, A Royal Duty, about his friendship with Diana, sent shockwaves around the world, selling over two million copies. But it is only, in the wake of the Queen's passing and the commencement of a new royal era, Burrell feels he can finally tell his story in full. In this deeply personal and intimate memoir, Burrell shares many untold stories of his life at home and abroad with the Royals. With warmth, candour, and rare insight, he recounts unexpected moments of intimacy with the Queen, who gently guided a fresh-faced, 18-year-old Burrell through palace life. He speaks candidly about the tensions that simmered during those years - including the breakdown of Charles and Diana's marriage and his own complex relationship with Princes William and Harry. He also reveals his heartache at parting with three of the most significant women in his life - the Queen, Diana and his wife Maria - all while navigating his own personal journey to happiness as well as a battle with prostate cancer. Heartfelt, sincere and rich in detail, this is the memoir of a man who has lived and learned in the most extraordinary of ways. |
41. The Brethren - John Grisham
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Trumble is a minimum-security federal prison, home to drug dealers, bank robbers and three former judges known as The Brethren. Each day in the law library, The Brethren spend hours fine-tuning their mail scam, and it's starting to pay big. But when their scam goes awry and ensnares the wrong victim - a powerful man on the outside - they're in trouble. Because this man has dangerous friends. Just as the prison failed to protect society from The Brethren, it won't protect them from their victims... _____________________________ 'A master at the art of deft characterisation and the skilful delivery of hair-raising crescendos' - Irish Independent 'John Grisham is the master of legal fiction' - Jodi Picoult 'The best thriller writer alive' - Ken Follett ' John Grisham has perfected the art of cooking up convincing, fast-paced thrillers' - Telegraph 'Grisham is a superb, instinctive storyteller' - The Times 'Grisham's storytelling genius reminds us that when it comes to legal drama, the master is in a league of his own.' - Daily Record 'Masterful - when Grisham gets in the courtroom he lets rip, drawing scenes so real they're not just alive, they're pulsating' - Mirror 'A giant of the thriller genre' - TimeOut John Grisham, Sunday Times bestseller, December 2023 |
42. Mother Mary Comes To Me - Arundhati Roy
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The incredible first memoir from the Booker-winning radical icon Arundhati Roy, author of The God of Small Things Arundhati Roy’s first work of memoir, this is a soaring account, both intimate and inspiring, of how the author became the person and the writer she is, shaped by circumstance, but above all by her relationship to her extraordinary, singular mother Mary, who she describes as ‘my shelter and my storm’. Distraught and even a “little ashamed” at the intensity of her response to the death of the mother she ran from at age eighteen, Arundhati began to write Mother Mary Comes to Me . The result is this astonishing, disconcerting, surprisingly funny chronicle—unique and simultaneously universal, of the author’s life, from childhood to the present, from Kerala to Delhi. With the scale, sweep, and depth of her novels and the passion, political clarity, and warmth of her essays, Mother Mary Comes to Me is an ode to freedom, a tribute to thorny love and savage grace—a memoir like no other. |
43. The London Bibliophile Murders - John Broughton
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DCI's Jacob Vance and Brittany Shepherd are thrust into one of their most baffling cases yet: a series of gruesome murders that seem to be connected to London’s rich literary history. Theatrical and chilling, the murders are executed with macabre flair, with each victim bearing the name of a character from a famous book. The murderer is no ordinary psychopath, and his brilliant countermoves and false identities constantly keep Vance and his team on their toes. In a deadly game of cat and mouse, can Vance and Shepherd outwit the maniacal killer before another life is lost? A thrilling blend of mystery and psychological drama, THE LONDON BIBLIOPHILE MURDERS is the seventh book in John Broughton's Vance And Shepherd Mysteries series. |
44. In the Time of Five Pumpkins - Alexander McCall Smith
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Book 26 in the multi-million copy bestselling and perennially adored No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series The rains are coming, but not just yet. When they do, there will be green shoots of growth throughout Botswana. Pumpkins will flourish - particularly those of Mma Potokwani, matron of a children's home and old friend of Precious Ramotswe. Mma Potokwani and Mma Ramotswe have many other things to talk about, including a new friendship that Mr J.L.B. Matekoni has struck up with Mr Freddie Mogorosi, a prominent figure in the motor trade. Freddie Mogorosi has invited Mr J.L.B. Matekoni to go fishing with him on the local dam - which is home to some fairly nasty crocodiles. They do not catch anything, but something nearly catches them. In the meantime, Mma Ramotswe looks into what seems to be a straightforward matter involving a husband who thinks his wife may be having affair. But there is a surprise in store: she, it transpires, suspects that he himself has a lover. This is obviously a case that will require tact - which of course is a quality Mma Ramotswe has in abundance. Along with kindness. For Botswana is a kind country, and in this latest visit to The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency we are reassured that no matter how unhappy the world may be, there is always an oasis of courtesy and peace in that special place in southern Africa. To which you are now invited. |
45. Sister Wife - Christine Brown Woolley
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From TLC’s Sister Wives star Christine Brown Woolley, a groundbreaking and heartfelt memoir about living in a family like no other and finding the strength to leave polygamy—and the only life she’s known—behind. Christine Brown Woolley had always dreamed of having a picture-perfect family—beautiful children, an adoring husband, and of course, a sisterhood of wives to share him with. Raised in Utah by practicing polygamists, Christine knew her life was less than normal, but that didn’t stop her from loving the full house of her childhood any less. Becoming Kody Brown’s third wife in 1994, Christine finally found the big, happy family she had hoped for. When TLC’s hit show Sister Wives premiered in 2010, Christine knew it was her chance to shine a light on the brighter side of polygamy—the helping hands, the lively discussions, and their unmatched devotion to each other. But the cameras also revealed a much darker truth. Now, in this candid tell-all, Christine shares for the first time the journey that led her away from polygamy and the bold path she is carving to live apart from all she has ever known. Moving, genuine, and insightful, this is a uniquely powerful tour de force of Christine’s journey toward and beyond her time in the spotlight as a sister wife. |
46. An Inside Job - Daniel Silva
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Art restorer and legendary spy Gabriel Allon must solve the perfect crime in the dazzling new tale of murder, greed, and corruption from #1 New York Times bestselling novelist Daniel Silva. Sometimes the only way to recover a stolen masterpiece is to steal it back ... Gabriel Allon has been awarded a commission to restore one of the most important paintings in Venice. But when he discovers the body of a mysterious woman floating in the waters of the Venetian Lagoon, he finds himself in a desperate race to recover a lost masterpiece by Leonardo da Vinci. The painting, a portrait of a beautiful young girl, has been gathering dust in a storeroom at the Vatican Museums for more than a century, misattributed and hidden beneath a worthless picture by an unknown artist. Because no one knows that the Leonardo is there, no one notices when it disappears one night during a suspicious power outage. No one but the ruthless mobsters and moneymen behind the theft -- and the mysterious woman whom Gabriel found in a watery grave in Venice. A woman without a name. A woman without a face. The action moves at breakneck speed from the galleries and auction houses of London to an enclave of unimaginable wealth on the French Riviera -- and, finally, to a shocking climax in St. Peter's Square, where more than one life hangs in the balance. An elegant and stylish journey through the dark side of the art world and the Vatican's murky finances, An Inside Job proves once again that Daniel Silva is the reigning master of international intrigue and suspense. 'One of fiction's greatest spies' Kirkus 'If you like Jason Bourne and Jack Reacher, get to know Gabriel Allon' Australian Women's Weekly 'A world-class practitioner of spy fiction' Washington Post |
47. Tom Clancy Terminal Velocity - M.P. Woodward
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Pre-order the next, nail-biting Jack Ryan thriller, TOM CLANCY EXECUTIVE POWER, now! __________ Jack Ryan, Jr. battles terrorists in the disputed mountains of Kashmir to save a comrade in the latest entry in the #1 New York Times bestselling series A string of savage murders in the United States seems unrelated until the FBI makes a shocking discovery: a decade ago, all of the murder victims were involved in a raid to eliminate the Umayyad Revolutionary Council, a vicious terror group that - were it not for John Clark and the Campus - would have perpetrated the most devastating attack against critical American infrastructure in history. Now it appears they're back, with a next-generation leader hell-bent on revenge. Mary Pat Foley, Director of National Intelligence, greenlights an op for the Campus to cut the head off the snake. Clark taps ex-Delta commando Bartosz "Midas" Jankowski to lead a kill team deep into the mountains to snuff out the charismatic terror leader. But when the hunters become the hunted, it's up to Jack Ryan Jr. to avert disaster amid a deadly power game of nations vying for control of the disputed region. On a rapid covert ingress from neighbouring India, he'll traverse the Himalayan wilderness with a rifle on his back and a tough Mujahadin fighter by his side. Jack knows time is growing short - he must save his team and lead them into position to be the first to hit terminal velocity. __________ WHAT REAL READERS SAY ABOUT TERMINAL VELOCITY 'Any new book in the Ryanverse is an immediate read . M.P. Woodward knocks it out of the park with this one . . . It once again feels relevant to the present times ' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'The story is stand alone enough to be read without having read the series but it feels like coming home to friends if you have been a long time Clancy reader' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ' P acked with action and moves at a brisk pace . I really appreciate how it maintains the essence of the characters and their personalities while bringing in a new author's perspective' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ' Terminal Velocity explodes like the 4th of July fireworks . . . I can't wait for book 15!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'This was a great book. I loved every paragraph, every sentence and every word of this masterpiece! ' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Lots of twists and suspense ' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
48. A Court of Wings and Ruin - Sarah J. Maas
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The third instalment of the GLOBAL PHENOMENON, romantic fantasy epic and TikTok sensation, ACOTAR. From multi-million and #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas. Maas has established herself as a fantasy fiction titan - Time Think Game of Thrones meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a drizzle of E.L. James – Telegraph Spiced with slick plotting and atmospheric world-building ... a page-turning delight – Guardian Sarah J. Maas does not disappoint … To be devoured with relish – Mail ****** Feyre has returned to the Spring Court, determined to gather information on Tamlin's manoeuvrings and the invading king threatening to bring her land to its knees. But to do so she must play a deadly game of deceit – and one slip may spell doom not only for Feyre, but for her world as well. As war bears down upon them all, Feyre must decide who to trust amongst the dazzling and lethal High Lords and hunt for allies in unexpected places. And her heart will face the ultimate test as she and her mate are forced to question whether they can truly trust each other. Sarah J. Maas's books have sold millions of copies and have been translated into 38 languages. Discover the sweeping romantic fantasy that everyone's talking about for yourself. |
49. Power and the Palace - Valentine Low
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'Lively . . . peppered with entertaining lines. One of [Low's] skills as a journalist is an ability to sift through mountains of archive material and pick out the gems' - Telegraph Covering 200 years of royal history from Queen Victoria to King Charles, and looking forward to the future reign of King William, Power and the Palace is the gossip-laden and highly revelatory account of the relationship between the sovereign and the prime minister - the real story behind The Crown . Power and the Palace lifts the lid on the mysterious power nexus at the heart of the British state: the secretive and little understood relationship between the monarchy and the government. In vivid, page-turning prose, Valentine Low takes us behind the scenes of the weekly audience to uncover the ever-changing dynamic between sovereign and prime minister - from the romance and flattery that bound Victoria and Benjamin Disraeli, to the personal and political gulf that separated Elizabeth II from Margaret Thatcher. He reveals how the monarchy has gradually ceded political power over the past two hundred years while behind closed doors fighting to keep its finances secure - ensuring the long-term survival of the institution. But it has not all been smooth sailing, and the book includes moments of dramatic tension when the relationship threatened to unravel. Based on nearly 100 interviews with senior politicians, top civil servants, royal aides and constitutional experts, Power and the Palace rewrites our understanding of the political power of the monarchy. |
50. The Summer I Turned Pretty - Jenny Han
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The Summer I Turned Pretty is now a major new TV series on Amazon Prime! From the author of Netflix's smash-hit movie To All The Boys I've Loved Before , this is the perfect funny summer romance for fans of The Kissing Booth and Holly Bourne. One girl. Two boys. And the summer that changed everything . . . Every year Isabel spends a perfect summer at her favourite place in the world - the Fisher family's beach house. It has everything a girl could want: a swimming pool, a private stretch of sandy beach... and two (very cute) brothers: Unavailable, aloof Conrad - who she's been in love with forever Friendly, relaxed Jeremiah - the only one who's ever really paid her any attention. But this year something is different. This year, the boys seem to really notice Isabel for the first time. It's going to be an amazing summer - and one she'll never forget . . . 'This book has what every girl wants in a summer' - Sarah Dessen, #1 New York Times bestselling author Read the next instalments in The Summer I Turned Pretty Series: It's Not Summer Without You and We'll Always Have Summer by bestselling author Jenny Han. New York Times bestselling Series, August 2024 |
51. Just One More Time - Carly Phillips
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One night. One heartbreak. One man she could never forget. Years ago, Brooke Snyder gave her heart — and her innocence — to Aiden Sterling, her best friend’s older brother. For one perfect night, he was hers. Then he walked away without looking back. Heartbroken, she focused on her career, and tried to move on, while he was half a world away. But no man ever measured up to Aiden, and the one time she tried, ended in disaster. Now, he’s back to help his ailing father, and avoiding him isn’t an option— not when they’re forced to work together and definitely not when she’s sleeping in the bedroom next to his. The past crackles between them, charged with everything they never said and everything they still feel. Every look dares her to remember. Every touch reminds her exactly what she spent years trying to forget. Giving him her body is easy. But how can she protect her heart… when the man who broke it is the only one who can put it back together? |
52. Black Water Rising - Sean Watkin
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'Sean Watkin brings Liverpool to life in all its rich dark colours' VAL McDERMID Time is running out to catch a killer… Teenage girls are going missing across Liverpool. When the body of the third victim is discovered on the banks of the Mersey, the search for the culprit intensifies, and DCI de Silva is called back to work. Still reeling from the recent suicide of her husband and dragged down by the undertow of PTSD, de Silva has been struggling in self-imposed exile. In her fragile state, is she ready to win in a race against the clock? This case should have been DS Barclay’s opportunity to finally show himself to be more than what everybody assumes – an exercise in diversity, a gay man employed to tick boxes. De Silva and Barclay must exorcise their own demons to stop more victims suffering, all while dealing with a traumatised and escalating killer, who is hellbent on finding somebody from their past. A tense and gripping crime thriller set in Liverpool. Perfect for fans of M. W. Craven and Russ Thomas. Praise for Black Water Rising 'Fascinating characters, shocking crimes and a terrifying and atmospheric finale. Unmissable!' Heather Critchlow ‘Dark, intense, twisty, and utterly compelling! A solid and addictive mystery’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I am blown away! An exciting, thrilling, twisted and chilling read that packs a punch and then some. THE author to watch out for’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I loved this book, especially as it was set in Liverpool – so unique! I look forward to reading more by this author’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I devoured this… it was full of twists and turns that made me quickly turn the pages. This author is definitely one to watch’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
53. All Wrapped Up - Heidi Swain
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In Wynbridge, the scent of autumn is on the breeze and love is in the air…   Clemmie Bennett has been renovating beautiful Rowan Cottage on the outskirts of the small town of Wynbridge, for eighteen months following a very public heartbreak back in her childhood hometown. The popular Instagram influencer, lost her husband, sold their home, and has been cosied up the Fens and living a very private life, but now she feels it’s time for a change.   A chance encounter with co-owner of The Cherry Tree Café, the bubbly Lizzie Dixon, pulls her into organizing Wynbridge’s first-ever Autumn Festival, and her once quiet life is soon a distant memory. With the whole town rallying behind the event, she discovers a new sense of purpose.    And when local vet Ash falls hard for Clemmie, she begins to wonder if she’s ready to move even further on from her past and fall in love again…   This autumn, cosy up with Heidi and this perfect seasonal romance.     |
54. The Famous - Rachel Lynch
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Everyone knows Gloria White. Or at least they think they do. She’s on your TV screen every morning. Her brand is elegance, charm and power. You wouldn’t believe the things she did to reach the top. But someone knows and now they’re taking retribution into their own hands. A gripping psychological thriller about the dark side of fame. For fans of L.C. North, Adele Parks and Andrea Mara. Praise for Rachel Lynch ‘A fast-paced, twisty piece of escapism’ Heat ‘This compelling thriller is one of the best I’ve read’ Sun ‘Such a teriffic read... I could read a series’ Daily Mail ‘A refreshingly intriguing thriller that will leave you guessing’ Woman's Weekly ‘Smart, satisfying – a superb book. I loved this story of excess and narcissism’ Sam Holland, author of The Echo Man ‘Punchy and powerful, Rachel Lynch’s writing gripped me from the very first page. Utterly compulsive reading’ Marion Todd, author of A Blind Eye ‘Bold. Brutal. Brilliant.’ J. M. Hewitt, author of The Life She Wants ‘Brilliantly observed, full of sharp insights about modern life. A gripping read’ Sheila Bugler, author of Black Valley Farm ‘Deliciously dark and utterly compelling. An absolute must-read for all psychological thriller lovers!’ A. A. Chaudhuri, author of The Final Party ‘A slick and fresh voice in the psychological thriller genre’ Sophie Flynn, author of If They Knew ‘A fabulous thriller. Lynch takes us on a wild ride, packed with twists and bursting with indulgence’ Heather Critchlow, author of Unsolved ‘A brilliantly plotted and breathlessly written thriller. It’s raw, sexy and chilling’ Ian Moore, author of Death and Croissants ‘Cleverly written with an intriguing premise, I was hooked from the start’ Sarah Ward, author of The Birthday Girl ‘Pacy and poised, it’s hard to look away from the pages… a pleasure to read’ Morgan Greene, author of Black Heart |
55. Blame It On The Bikini - Barbara Freethy
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"I cannot wait for more of this series, I want everybody’s backstory and everybody’s happy ever after. And if there’s an empty apartment at Ocean Shores, it’s mine!! " Robin - Goodreads She'd traded courtrooms for camera clicks. He'd traded affection for acquisition. When sparks fly, will they burn down each other's plans—or light up something real? Lexie Price ditched her high-stress law career to chase the next great photo—and help her aunt run the most delightfully chaotic beachside apartment complex in Ocean Shores. Enter Grayson Holt: Harvard MBA, all-business, zero-fun, and laser-focused on selling the building for a massive profit. Lexie’s not about to let that happen—not on her watch. Before any deal can close, Grayson's sentimental father throws down one unexpected condition: Live at Ocean Shores for a full month. Suddenly, Grayson is knee-deep in friendly neighbors, sandy chaos... and one infuriating and irresistible photographer. Between Lexie's camera, her stubborn streak, and that pink bikini, Grayson’s carefully structured world starts to unravel. She’s not what he came for. But she might be everything he needs. And if his heart gets involved? Well, he's going to have to blame it on the bikini. Don't miss the next book in the sweet, fun, heartwarming contemporary romance series: OCEAN SHORES by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Barbara Freethy. In the sun-soaked paradise of Oceanside, California where the ocean pounds the shore, surfers ride the early morning waves, and the local military base sends roaring jets into the sky, sits a large apartment building filled with interesting and quirky tenants, possible love connections, and more than a few secrets! Once you come to visit, you'll never want to leave! Popular tropes in this series include: grumpy sunshine, workplace rivals, opposites attract, wounded hero, makeshift parenthood, forced proximity, redemption, humor and heartwarming romance. PRAISE FOR THE OCEAN SHORES SERIES: "Sweet and salty leaves a delicious aftertaste on the heart. Summer Loving is a feast of the senses that has addiction written all over it. Freethy gives a glimpse into her lighter side with irresistible characters, unpredictable emotions and unforgettable romance." Isha on Summer Loving - Goodreads "This book was filled with romance, beautiful scenery and delicious food. I loved revisiting all the characters and atmosphere of Ocean Shores again, and I can’t wait for the next book in this series! 5 Stars!" Kate on Summer Loving – Goodreads "The story grabbed me immediately and made me fall in love with it. The characters were well-developed and multi-faceted, not only the two main characters but all the minor ones as well. The location is a place I would want to visit, and the Ocean Shores community is where I would like to live. I am excited to read the next one as soon as it’s ready." Bonnie – Goodreads on Hopelessly Romantic |
56. The Names - Florence Knapp
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A once-in-a-generation debut from a major new talent, The Names is the story of three names, three versions of a life, and the infinite possibilities that a single decision can spark. 'I've just been blown away by the best debut novel in years . . . A genius idea for a book' Sunday Times 'Wildly original and emotionally profound' Observer 'An unadulterated success: moving, evocative and utterly convincing' The Times THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER It is 1987, and in the aftermath of a great storm, Cora sets out with her nine-year-old daughter to register the birth of her son. Her husband intends for her to follow a long-standing family tradition and call the baby after him. But when faced with the decision, Cora hesitates. Going against his wishes is a risk that will have consequences, but is it right for her child to inherit his name from generations of domineering men? The choice she makes in this moment will shape the course of their lives. Seven years later, her son is Bear, a name chosen by his sister, and one that will prove as cataclysmic as the storm from which it emerged. Or he is Julian, the name his mother set her heart on, believing it will enable him to become his own person. Or he is Gordon, named after his father and raised in his cruel image - but is there still a chance to break the mould? Powerfully moving and full of hope, this is the story of three names, three versions of a life, and the infinite possibilities that a single decision can spark. It is the story of one family, and love's endless capacity to endure, no matter what fate has in store. CHOSEN AS A SUNDAY TIMES , DAILY MAIL , RED , PRIMA , STYLIST and EVENING STANDARD BOOK OF 2025 | A READ WITH JENNA BOOKCLUB PICK 'The viral literary hit of the summer' Grazia 'A beautiful, heartwrenching, utterly original novel' Miranda Cowley Heller 'The 2025 book that will be everywhere . . . One of those rare books that makes you glad to be alive' Stylist 'Magnificent . . . Read it. It's very special' Chris Whitaker 'Beautifully written, and wise and tender . . . An utter original' Jojo Moyes 'Exceptional . . . will stay with me for a very long time' Anita Rani, Woman's Hour 'Heart-shattering . . . a sucker punch of a novel that I think will be one of the biggest books of the year' Pandora Sykes 'A modern classic' Jenna Bush Hager 'Heartbreaking and yet brimful of hope . . . Exceptional' Mail on Sunday 'Brilliant . . . one of those books that will make you irritable with anyone who interrupts you, but which you'll finish wanting to press into the hands of a friend' The Times 'Astonishing, unique and incredibly moving, The Names is a beautiful novel about the courage of a mother in the moment she names her child . . . I know it will stay with me for a long time' Jeanine Cummins |
57. Iron Flame - Rebecca Yarros
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The instant number one Sunday Times bestseller and thrilling sequel to the global phenomenon, Fourth Wing! THE IRON FLAME PAPERBACK EDITION INCLUDES A BRAND NEW CHAPTER FROM XADEN'S POINT OF VIEW! 'Yarros is the true inheritor of Harry Potter and inspires Hunger Games levels of devotion' Guardian 'Fear not, levels of fighting, rebelliousness and all-round sexiness are still sky-high' Daily Mail 'Iron Flame is on course to set the world alight' Glamour __________________________________________ SECRETS. SACRIFICE. SURVIVAL. Against all odds, Violet Sorrengail made it through her first year at Basgiath War College, but now, the real training begins. The stakes are higher than ever, and a determination to survive won't be enough this time. When a powerful new enemy threatens everything she cares about, including the man she loves, Violet must do whatever it takes to keep their secrets safe. One wrong move could have horrifying consequences - and as the web of lies spun by those in charge starts to unravel, nothing, not even dragon fire, may be enough to save them in the end. THE DEADLY SECOND YEAR AT BASGIATH AWAITS *THE STORM IS COMING . . . PRE-ORDER ONYX STORM TODAY. THE EPIC NEXT INSTALLMENT LANDS 21.01.2025 * __________________________________________ MILLIONS OF READERS HAVE ALREADY GIVEN THE EMPYREAN SERIES FIVE STARS. 'Pure escapism - think Hunger Games meets Fifty Shades ' The Sun 'We weren't expecting to become obsessed . . . but we very much are and we're not alone' Sunday Times Style 'This book contains an addictive , drug like essence that will make you relinquish all responsibility ' Glamour 'Yarros had me hooked from the first chapter' Mail on Sunday 'The new publishing sensation ' Daily Mail 'I couldn't put it down!' Millie Bobby Brown 'Throw in an enemies-to-lovers plotline, some life-threatening trials and the threat of war in the outside world, and you've got yourself a deliciously gripping dish, which I downed in one sitting' Stylist '2024 is the Year of the Dragon . . . Dive into a fantasy narrative featuring these mythical, winged creatures' Pop Sugar 'If I can convince you to read one book I recommend it would be this one' 'I didn't sleep, I didn't eat, and when I finished, I had the overwhelming urge to just start it all over again ' 'There are some stories you read and enjoy but every so often you come across one that just obliterates everything and takes over your entire being within a few pages and becomes your world and personality . Well, this is the one' ' The world building in this was phenomenal . I lived, breathed and became a part of the college' 'You know when you finish a book, and it leaves an ache in your chest because it was so good, and now it's over? That's exactly how I feel after finishing Fourth Wing' OTHER BOOKS IN THE EMPYREAN SERIES: - FOURTH WING - IRON FLAME - ONYX STORM |
58. Owen - VH Nicolson
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A runaway groom strangers to lovers unforgettable steamy romance from VH Nicolson. Perfect for fans of Ana Huang, Catharina Maura and Meghan Quinn Don’t play the game, change it… I was born into privilege. I had it all; the house, the car, more money than I knew what to do with. But it came at a price. Duty. An arranged marriage for the sake of the family empire to a woman who couldn’t bear to look at me. As I stood at the altar, the weight of that burden became too much. So, I did the only thing I could. I ran. To another country and unintentionally straight into the arms of another woman. Jade is strong, independent, and a single mom. And brick by broken brick she dismantles the wall I’ve built up around my heart. But where once I had everything, now I have nothing. No home, no job and no idea what the future holds. All I do know is, Jade makes me feel more alive than I’ve ever felt before. But there is always the risk my past could catch up with me. Because the weight of my family’s expectation is likely to cause me to crash land and send my world up in flames. Can I save myself and Jade before that happens? Praise for VH Nicolson: ‘VH Nicolson’s characters will touch your heart and her storytelling will always leave you wanting more.’ Sadie Kincaid "A fan-yourself billionaire romance you'll think about long after the last page." Elle Nicoll |
59. Entitled - Andrew Lownie
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THE SUNDAY TIMES #1 BESTSELLER ‘Makes Prince Harry’s Spare look positively restrained’ SUNDAY TIMES ‘A jaw-dropping account of arrogance, financial incontinence, greed and, indeed, entitlement' DAILY EXPRESS 'This searing biography of Prince Andrew crackles with scandals' BBC NEWS The first joint biography of the Duke and Duchess of York and the first full biography of either of them, by renowned royal biographer and literary agent, Andrew Lownie. Drawing on four years of research, numerous FOI requests and interviews with over a hundred people who have never spoken before, the book traces the lives of the late Queen’s second son and his ex-wife through their childhoods, courtship, marriage, divorce, careers, and royal and charitable activities. Still living in the same house, they claim to be "the happiest divorced couple in the world". The book investigates the reality of their relationship and their love lives. It charts Andrew’s record in the Falklands, his business activities and reveals details of how the couple have been able financially to sustain their extravagant lifestyles. It also recounts the full story of the Yorks’ links with Jeffrey Epstein. Chronicling their lives in parallel, the picture that emerges is of a spoilt prince unable to connect and a duchess pushed by her insecurities into a desperate need to maintain the attention her ‘royal’ status brought. Rigorously researched and packed full of revelations, this is eye-watering biography at its best. ‘This isn't just a royal biography. It's a study in reputational collapse and the danger of unchecked power inside Britain's most protected institution' THE STANDARD Reviews ‘This isn't just a royal biography. It's a study in reputational collapse and the danger of unchecked power inside Britain's most protected institution' THE STANDARD ‘Explosive … Makes Prince Harry’s Spare look positively restrained’ SUNDAY TIMES ‘The most devastating royal biography ever written’ DAILY MAIL 'This searing biography of Prince Andrew crackles with scandals about sex and money on almost every page. The author's best-selling biographies have a habit of changing the reputation of famous figures… Although in the case of Entitled, he hasn't so much cemented Prince Andrew's reputation, as put it in concrete boots and thrown it in the river. It is hard to see how he might come back from this' BBC NEWS ‘Devastating … this is more than just a hit job on the duke. By examining Andrew’s taxpayer-funded role as the UK’s “special representative” for trade and investment, the author takes aim at an “Establishment cover-up”' THE TIMES |
60. Onyx Storm - Rebecca Yarros
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DON'T BE THE LAST TO DISCOVER THE SERIES THAT EVERYONE CAN'T STOP TALKING ABOUT: Get ready for the breathtaking follow-up to global phenomenons Fourth Wing and Iron Flame from the no. 1 Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Yarros. ARE YOU READY TO BRAVE THE DARK? After nearly eighteen months at Basgiath War College, Violet Sorrengail knows there's no more time for lessons. No more time for uncertainty. Because the battle has truly begun, and with enemies closing in from outside their walls and within their ranks, it's impossible to know who to trust. Now Violet must journey beyond the failing Aretian wards to seek allies from unfamiliar lands to stand with Navarre. The trip will test every bit of her wit, luck, and strength, but she will do anything to save what she loves - her dragons, her family, her home, and him. Even if it means keeping a secret so big, it could destroy everything. They need an army. They need power. They need magic. And they need the one thing only Violet can find - the truth. But a storm is coming... and not everyone can survive its wrath. Pre-order your copy now! OTHER BOOKS IN THE EMPYREAN SERIES: FOURTH WING IRON FLAME |
61. Lies He Told Me - James Patterson
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'Wow! Lies He Told Me is a roller coaster from start to finish! I was hooked from the first page, and the final twist blew me away! This is a thriller you won't want to miss!' FREIDA McFADDEN, #1 bestselling author of The Housemaid With mounting threats to her family, a woman must uncover the truth about her husband's mysterious past before it's too late. __________________ An attorney and mother of two discovers her husband has a secret life – and it might cost them all their lives. Everyone in the small town of Hemingway Grove knows David and Marcie Bowers. David owns the local pub. Marcie is a former big-city lawyer who practices family law. When David jumps into Cotton River to save a drowning stranger, he’s celebrated as a hero and his daring actions are broadcast on every news outlet. For most people, newfound fame is a lifeline. For David Bowers, it’s a death sentence. For Marcie Bowers, it’s a test. A wife knows the difference between a loving family man and a cold-blooded assassin, right? __________________ PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSON 'It's no mystery why James Patterson is the world's most popular thriller writer ... Simply put: nobody does it better.' JEFFERY DEAVER 'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' LEE CHILD 'Patterson boils a scene down to the single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves a plot along. It's what fires off the movie projector in the reader's mind.' MICHAEL CONNELLY 'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' IAN RANKIN 'The master storyteller of our times' HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON 'One of the greatest storytellers of all time' PATRICIA CORNWELL James Patterson, Number 1 Sunday Times bestseller, March 2024 |
62. Among the Burning Flowers - Samantha Shannon
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With the awakening of fire-breathing dragons, Among the Burning Flowers sees the first sparks of danger that threaten to consume the world in The Priory of the Orange Tree. Take your first steps into the epic. Yscalin, land of sunshine and lavender, will soon be ablaze. It has been centuries since the Draconic Army took wing, almost extinguishing humankind. Marosa Vetalda is a prisoner in her own home, controlled by her cold father, King Sigoso. Over the mountains, her betrothed, Aubrecht Lievelyn, rules Mentendon in all but name. Together, they intend to usher in a better world. A better world seems impossibly distant to Estina Melaugo, who hunts the Draconic beasts that have slept across the world for centuries. And now the great wyrm Fýredel is stirring, and Yscalin will be the first to fall . . . A story of human resilience in the face of dire circumstances, Among the Burning Flowers leads readers through the gripping and tragic events that pave the way for the opening of the million-copy bestseller The Priory of The Orange Tree. Richly illustrated with magical artwork by Rovina Cai (@rovinacai). |
63. A Court of Thorns and Roses - Sarah J. Maas
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The first instalment of the GLOBAL PHENOMENON and TikTok sensation, from multi-million selling and #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas Maas has established herself as a fantasy fiction titan – Time Harry Potter magic, Taylor Swift sass, Fifty Shades-level athleticism – The Sunday Times With bits of Buffy, Game of Thrones and Outlander, this is a glorious series of total joy – Stylist Spiced with slick plotting and atmospheric world-building ... a page-turning delight – Guardian ****** Feyre is a huntress, but when she kills what she thinks is a wolf in the woods, a terrifying creature arrives to demand retribution. Dragged to a treacherous magical land she knows about only from legends, Feyre discovers that her captor, Tamlin, is not truly a beast, but one of the lethal, immortal Fae. And there's more to the Fae than the legends suggest. As Feyre adapts to her new home, her feelings for Tamlin begin to change. Icy hostility turns to fiery passion that burns through every lie she's been told about the beautiful, dangerous world of the Fae. But shadows are creeping in, and Tamlin has a dark secret that he cannot share. Fate brought Feyre to Tamlin for a reason, but saving him from the darkness that threatens his world will lead her down a path that she can never return from. Enter the world of Sarah J. Maas and discover the sweeping romantic fantasy that everyone's talking about for yourself. ****** 5* reader reviews 'This is the first fantasy book I've ever read . . . I'm hooked. I'm addicted' 'I'm a standard romance girl but this swept me off my feet' 'Her writing is exquisite; her characters complex . . . and worlds all-consuming' 'This book has ignited my spark for reading again' |
64. A Home Like Ours - Fiona Lowe
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A picturesque small town, a cosy community garden, a facade of tolerance and acceptance - but when three women with wildly different loyalties come together, what secrets and lies will be revealed? A timely novel exploring prejudice and privilege, from bestselling Australian author Fiona Lowe. Tara Hooper is at breaking point. With two young children, a business in a town struggling under an unexpected crime wave, and her husband more interested in his cricket team than their marriage, life is a juggling act. Then, when new neighbours arrive and they are exactly the sort of people the town doesn't want or need, things get worse. Life has taught Helen Demetriou two things: being homeless is terrifying and survival means keeping your cards close to your chest. Having clawed back some stability through her involvement in the community garden, she dares to relax. But as she uncovers some shady goings-on in the council, that stability turns to quicksand. For teenage mother Jade Innes, life can be lonely among the judgement of the town and the frequent absences of her boyfriend. A chance encounter draws her into the endangered community garden where she makes friends for the first time. Glimpsing a different way of life is enticing but its demands are terrifying. Does she even deserve to try? Can such disparate women unite to save the garden and ultimately stop the town from tearing itself apart? A timely novel exploring prejudice and privilege, from bestselling Australian author Fiona Lowe. PRAISE FOR FIONA LOWE: 'The undisputed queen...' Canberra Weekly 'Fiona's insight into the fickle nature of life ... and how best intentions can so easily come undone makes it simple to identify with her characters and lends an authentic resonance to this roller-coaster story.' - Australian Country 'Fiona Lowe weaves an extraordinary story of loss, love, and forgiveness.' - GLAM Adelaide 'If you loved Big Little Lies, you'll want to devour Fiona Lowe's Just an Ordinary Family next.' - Mamamia |
65. The Women - Kristin Hannah
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'Astonishing. Compelling. Powerful' - Delia Owens, bestselling author of Where the Crawdads Sing 'Stuns with sacrifice. Uplifts with heroism' - Bonnie Garmus, Number One worldwide bestselling author of Lessons in Chemistry From the worldwide bestselling author of The Four Winds , The Nightingale and Firefly Lane (a Number One series on Netflix) , The Women is a story of devastating loss and epic love. It is both an intimate portrait of a woman coming of age in a dangerous time and a story of a nation divided by war. It would be the journey of a lifetime . . . ' Women can be heroes, too '. When twenty-year-old nursing student, Frances "Frankie" McGrath, hears these unexpected words, it is a revelation. Raised on California's idyllic Coronado Island and sheltered by her conservative parents, she has always prided herself on doing the right thing, being a good girl. But in 1965 the world is changing, and she suddenly imagines a different path for her life. When her brother ships out to serve in Vietnam, she impulsively joins the Army Nurses Corps and follows his path. As green and inexperienced as the young men sent to Vietnam to fight, Frankie is overwhelmed by the chaos and destruction of war, as well as the unexpected trauma of coming home to a changed America. Frankie will also discover the true value of female friendship and the heartbreak that love can cause. The Women is the story of one woman who goes to war, but it shines a light on the story of all women who put themselves in harm's way to help others. Women whose sacrifice and commitment to their country has been all too often forgotten. A novel of searing insight and lyrical beauty, The Women is a profoundly emotional, richly drawn story with a memorable heroine whose extraordinary idealism and courage under fire define an era. SHORTLISTED FOR THE ABIA INTERNATIONAL BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2025 Praise for Kristin Hannah: 'Powerful and compelling' Christy Lefteri, bestselling author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo 'You would be hard-pressed to find a book club that has not discussed one of her novels' New York Times 'A rich, compelling novel of love, sacrifice and survival' - Kate Morton 'A masterclass' - Karen Swan 'Powerful' - Matt Haig |
66. A Court of Mist and Fury - Sarah J. Maas
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The second instalment of the GLOBAL PHENOMENON, romantic fantasy epic and TikTok sensation, ACOTAR. From multi-million and #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas. Maas has established herself as a fantasy fiction titan - Time Think Game of Thrones meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a drizzle of E.L. James – Telegraph Spiced with slick plotting and atmospheric world-building ... a page-turning delight – Guardian Sarah J. Maas does not disappoint … To be devoured with relish – Mail ****** Feyre survived Amarantha's clutches to return to the Spring Court – but at a steep cost. Though she now possesses the powers of the High Fae, her heart remains human, and it can't forget the terrible deeds she performed to save Tamlin's people. Nor has Feyre forgotten her bargain with Rhysand, the mesmerising High Lord of the feared Night Court. As Feyre navigates his dark web of political games and tantalising promises, a greater evil looms – and she might be key to stopping it. But only if she can step into her growing power, heal her fractured soul and have the courage to shape her own future – and the future of a world cloven in two. Sarah J. Maas is a global #1 bestselling author. Her books have sold more than nine million copies and been translated into 38 languages. Discover the sweeping romantic fantasy for yourself. |
67. The Wedding People - Alison Espach
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The smash-hit international bestseller A Read With Jenna book club pick Winner of the Goodreads Choice Award for Fiction 'Best read of the year' THE TIMES 'Books as fun as this one are few and far between' GUARDIAN 'Sharp, funny and a joy to read' OBSERVER Phoebe Stone arrives at a grand beachside hotel in Rhode Island wearing her best dress and least comfortable shoes. Immediately she is mistaken for one of the wedding people - but she's actually the only guest at the Cornwall Inn who isn't here for the big event. When the bride discovers her elaborate destination wedding could be ruined by a divorced and depressed stranger, she is furious. Lila has spent months accounting for every detail and every possible disaster - except for, well, Phoebe . . . Soon, both women find their best-laid plans derailed and an unlikely confidante in one another. Hilarious and moving, The Wedding People is an irresistible novel about love, friendship, dysfunctional families, and the unexpected paths that lead to happiness. 'My book of the summer. As soon as I'd finished it, I wanted to read it all over again' RED 'Laugh-out-loud funny and surprisingly moving' INDEPENDENT 'So funny and romantic . . . A perfect novel' CATHERINE NEWMAN 'Glorious . . . made me wish I had written it' JOJO MOYES 'Utterly charming . . . I loved it' PANDORA SYKES 'One of the few weddings I've attended that I didn't want to end' SAMUEL BURR |
68. Table For Eight - Tricia Stringer
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Bestselling author and master storyteller Tricia Stringer tackles troubled relationships, second chances and love old and new in this uplifting story of unlikely dining companions thrown together on a glamorous cruise. Readers of Liz Byrski, Monica McInerney and Rachael Johns will love this book. 'A delightful, wise and heart–warming novel about second chances that celebrates friendships old and new. I devoured every page.' Rachael Johns A cruise, no matter how magical, can't change your life. Can it...? Clever, charming dressmaker Ketty Clift is embarking on her final cruise from Sydney before she must make serious changes in her life. Supported by the ship's all-powerful maître d' Carlos, she has a mission: transform the lives of those who join her at her dining table every evening. Not only can Ketty turn Cinderellas into princesses with her legendary style-eye, but she has a gift for bringing people together. But this trip is different. As the glamour and indulgence of the cruise takes hold, and the ship sails further away from Sydney towards the Pacific Islands, it becomes clear that her fellow travellers - a troubled family, a grieving widower and an angry divorcee determined to wreak revenge on her ex - are going to be harder work than usual. As Ketty tries to deal with her own problems, including the unexpected arrival on board of her long-lost love, Leo - the man who broke her heart - as well as troubling news from home, she begins to realise this might be the one cruise that will defeat her. |
69. The Crown of Gilded Bones - Jennifer L. Armentrout
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Bow Before Your Queen Or Bleed Before Her… From #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes book three in her Blood and Ash series. She's been the victim and the survivor… Poppy never dreamed she would find the love she’s found with Prince Casteel. She wants to revel in her happiness but first they must free his brother and find hers. It’s a dangerous mission and one with far-reaching consequences neither dreamed of. Because Poppy is the Chosen, the Blessed. The true ruler of Atlantia. She carries the blood of the King of Gods within her. By right the crown and the kingdom are hers. The enemy and the warrior… Poppy has only ever wanted to control her own life, not the lives of others, but now she must choose to either forsake her birthright or seize the gilded crown and become the Queen of Flesh and Fire. But as the kingdoms’ dark sins and blood-drenched secrets finally unravel, a long-forgotten power rises to pose a genuine threat. And they will stop at nothing to ensure that the crown never sits upon Poppy’s head. A lover and heartmate… But the greatest threat to them and to Atlantia is what awaits in the far west, where the Queen of Blood and Ash has her own plans, ones she has waited hundreds of years to carry out. Poppy and Casteel must consider the impossible—travel to the Lands of the Gods and wake the King himself. And as shocking secrets and the harshest betrayals come to light, and enemies emerge to threaten everything Poppy and Casteel have fought for, they will discover just how far they are willing to go for their people—and each other. And now she will become Queen… |
70. Don’t Let Him In - Lisa Jewell
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PREPARE TO BE HOOKED BY THE GRIPPING NEW THRILLER FROM SUNDAY TIMES AND MULTI-MILLION-COPY BESTSELLER LISA JEWELL. * AN INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER * 'Gripping. Shocking. Masterful.' FREIDA McFADDEN 'A thrilling chilling work of genius.' CHRIS WHITAKER 'Lisa Jewell is a STONE COLD GENIUS ! Don't Let Him In is a PHENOMENAL achievement ' MARIAN KEYES ' Utterly absorbing, fiendishly clever and all-consuming' ANDREA MARA ___________ He’s the perfect man. He says he loves you. You think he might even be made for you. Before long he’s moved into your house – and into your heart. And then he leaves for days at a time. You don’t know where he’s gone or who he’s with. And you realise – if you looked back – you’d say to yourself: DON’T LET HIM IN. ___________ Praise for Don't Let Him In : 'A taut, twisty masterclass of a thriller' CLAIRE DOUGLAS 'A masterclass in suspense with one of the most chilling, unsettling villains I've encountered in a long time' ALEX MICHAELIDES ' Hideously plausible and horribly unsettling ' HARRIET TYCE ‘A twisty mosaic of a thriller’ GILLIAN McALLISTER 'Cancel all plans - this is a read-in-one-sitting book' ALICE FEENEY 'I inhaled it within 24 hours. Stunning, shocking, superb .' LIZ NUGENT ' Creepy, twisty , and compulsively readable. It hooked me from the first page and never let me go.’ EMILY HENRY 'Lisa Jewell, the Queen of sick psychopaths, has outdone herself with Nick, and I am one hundred percent here for it! ' TAMMY COHEN ' Utterly brilliant ' MARK EDWARDS Readers love Don't Let Him In !: 'An absolute masterpiece , with a gripping plot that keeps you hooked from start to finish' 5-star reader review ' Gripping, thrilling, jaw dropping, shocking, and twist filled !' 5-star reader review 'Obsessed !' 5-star reader review 'An absolute page turner ' 5-star reader review 'Twisty, fast paced , and just an overall enjoyable read' 5-star reader review 'Fantastic read. I could not put it down! ' 5-star reader review 'Very gripping, creepy, suspenseful' 5-star reader review |
71. Last Chance Seduction - Carrie Ann Ryan
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The last time I saw Lexington Montgomery, he held my sister in his arms as my fiancé left me at the altar. Neither one of us knew it would be two years until we saw each other again. Or that it would be the last time my sister was part of our core group. Grieving, I’m back in Colorado trying to start over. I have no family and have no intention of dating ever again. Only fate has other plans because Lexington Montgomery is my new neighbor. I want to stay away from him, but there’s no chance of that now. Especially when his ex shows up to rub her new husband—and the chance at his dream job—in his face. I didn’t mean to do it, but now I’m Lex’s fake girlfriend over the holidays and there’s nothing fake about the attraction between us. Except once we finally give in, it turns out the past I ran from wasn’t so far away after all. And the dangers we never saw coming might end what we have—fake or not—before we even have a chance. **Last Chance Seduction is a fake relationship, forced proximity, holiday romance in the Montgomery Ink Legacy series featuring Lexington and Mercy. Each book can be read as a complete standalone. An HEA is guaranteed!** Lexington Montgomery is Beckett and Eliza’s son from Inked Obsession. |
72. A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping - Sangu Mandanna
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'One hundred percent delightful!' SARAH BETH DURST 'Warm, cozy, and eminently hopeful' OLIVIA ATWATER What if love is the best magic of all? A witch has a second chance to get her magical powers - and her life back on track in this feel-good, whimsical New York Times bestselling cosy fantasy from the author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches . Once, Sera Swan was one of the most powerful witches in Britain. Then she resurrected her great-aunt Jasmine from the (very recently) dead, lost most of her powers, befriended a semi-villainous talking fox, and was exiled from her Guild. Now she helps Jasmine run an enchanted inn in Lancashire, where she deals with their quirky guests' shenanigans and longs for a future that seems lost. Until she finds about an old spell that could restore her power . . . Enter Luke Larsen, handsome magical historian, who might have the key to unlocking the spell's secrets. Luke has no interest in the inn's madcap goings-on, and is even less interested in letting a certain bewitching innkeeper past his walls. So no one is more surprised than he is when he agrees to help. Running an inn, reclaiming lost power, and staying one step ahead of the watchful Guild is a lot for anyone, but Sera is about to discover she doesn't have to do alone - and that love might be the best magic of all. TROPES Cozy fantasy 🧚♀️ Magical inn ✨🏠 Found family🫂 Grumpy x grumpy 💢 x 💢 Talking animal sidekick 🦊💬 READERS LOVE SANGU MANDANNA 'Wistful, gorgeous and beautiful' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A perfect cozy book to warm the cockles of your heart and soul' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wonderfully nostalgic storytelling voice' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'So warm, fun and twinkly!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book is just one big magical hug' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
73. The Thursday Murder Club - Richard Osman
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THE FIRST NOVEL IN THE RECORD-BREAKING, MILLION-COPY BESTSELLING THURSDAY MURDER CLUB SERIES. ---------- 'Smart, compassionate, warm, moving and so VERY funny' Marian Keyes 'So smart and funny. Deplorably good' Ian Rankin 'Thrilling, moving, laugh-out-loud funny' Mark Billingham In a peaceful retirement village, four unlikely friends meet up once a week to investigate unsolved murders. But when a brutal killing takes place on their very doorstep, the Thursday Murder Club find themselves in the middle of their first live case. Elizabeth, Joyce, Ibrahim and Ron might be pushing eighty but they still have a few tricks up their sleeves. Can our unorthodox but brilliant gang catch the killer before it's too late? The Times Crime Book of the Month Guardian Best Crime and Thrillers ---------- 'A warm, wise and witty warning never to underestimate the elderly' Val McDermid 'I completely fell in love with it' Shari Lapena 'This is properly brilliant. The pages fly and I can't stop smiling' Steve Cavanagh 'Steeped in Agatha Christie joy' Araminta Hall 'Pure escapism' Guardian 'As gripping as it is funny' Evening Standard 'An exciting new talent in crime fiction' Daily Mail 'A witty and poignant tale' Daily Telegraph 'Funny and original' Sun Richard Osman, Sunday Times bestseller, March 2024 The Bullet that Missed broke the record for the fastest-selling adult fiction hardback ever, September 2022 |
74. An Eye for an Eye - Jeffrey Archer
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The unputdownable new rollercoaster read from the Sunday Times bestseller Jeffrey Archer – a must read book of 2025! ‘An absolute page-turner’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review ‘Impossible to put down’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review ‘So many turns and twists’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review 'Master of the pager turner' – Daily Mail 'Compelling' – David Baldacci Selected as one of Waterstones’ Best Books for 2024 *** Two deaths. Continents apart. A shocking murder in the most luxurious city on earth. An unexpected death that sends shockwaves through the British establishment. To the world they’re unconnected. But to a master criminal, they’re the key to revenge. Can the Met’s finest detective connect the dots before it’s too late? Reviews Praise for Jeffrey Archer: ‘Probably the greatest storyteller of our age’ Mail on Sunday 'Peerless master of the page turner' Daily Mail 'If there were a Nobel Prize for storytelling, Archer would win' Daily Telegraph ‘Archer is a master entertainer’ Time About the author Jeffrey Archer is one of the world’s bestselling authors, with sales of over 300 million copies in 115 countries and 48 languages. Famous for his discipline as a writer who works on up to fourteen drafts of each book, Jeffrey also brings a vast amount of insider knowledge to his books. Whether it’s his own career in politics, his passionate interest in art, or the wealth of fascinating background detail – inspired by the extraordinary network of friends he has built over a lifetime at the heart of Britain’s establishment – his novels provide a fascinating glimpse into a range of closed worlds. A member of the House of Lords, the author is married to Dame Mary Archer, Chancellor of The University of Buckingham, and they have two sons, two granddaughters and three grandsons. He splits his time between London, Grantchester in Cambridge, and Mallorca, where he writes the first draft of each new novel. |
75. Howl’s Moving Castle - Diana Wynne Jones
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‘One of the greatest ever writers for children’ – Garth Nix ‘A true original’ – Katherine Rundell ‘Truly magical … Guaranteed to leave you gasping’ The Bookseller ‘She is the best writer of magical fantasy for children’ Evening Standard Deciding she has nothing more to lose, Sophie makes her way to the moving castle that hovers on the hills above her town, Market Chipping. But the castle belongs to the dreaded Wizard Howl, whose appetite, they say, is satisfied only by the souls of young girls… There Sophie meets Michael, Howl’s apprentice, and Calcifer the fire demon, with whom she agrees a pact. Her entanglements with Calcifer, Howl and Michael and her quest to break her curse come alive with Diana Wynne Jones’s unique combination of magic, humour and imagination. Reviews "One of the greatest ever writers for children" – Garth Nix "A true original" – Katherine Rundell “Imaginative and terribly funny” – Michael Morpurgo THE TELEGRAPH – 100 Best Books a Child Should Read “Wit and humor glint from the pages" – THE HORN BOOK Praise for Diana Wynne Jones “…Her hallmarks include laugh-aloud humour, plenty of magic and imaginative array of alternate worlds. Yet, at the same time, a great seriousness is present in all of her novels, a sense of urgency that links Jones’s most outrageous plots to her readers’ hopes and fears…” – Publishers Weekly “Diana Wynne Jones ought to be crowned with coloured garlands because she is the best writer of magical fantasy for children in this country ” – Evening Standard “Diana Wynne Jones could teach Stephen King and JK Rowling a thing or two … [she] has a skill for inserting just the right amount of detail in her written words, leaving you satiated but not stuffed.” – SFX About the author Diana Wynne Jones (1934–2011) spent her childhood in Essex and began writing fantasy novels for children in the 1970s. With her unique combination of magic, humour and imagination, she enthralled generations of children and adults with her work. She won the Guardian Award in 1977 with Charmed Life, was runner-up for the Children's Book Award in 1981 and was twice runner-up for the Carnegie Medal. |
76. What the Heart Sees - Kathleen Fuller
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Some believe in love at first sight. But lasting love is most clearly seen with the heart. "A Miracle for Miriam" Miriam forgave Seth for humiliating her when they were children on the schoolyard, but since then, she's guarded her heart. Years later, Miriam sees him at a Christmas party and notices something has changed--not just how he acts, but how he looks. When Seth pursues her, she rebuffs him. She's not that foolish love-struck girl anymore. But Seth is intent on convincing her that he's worth a second chance. "A Place of His Own" When Josiah left Paradise the first time, he didn't even say good-bye. Now he's back, ten years later, and he's changed. Why is he so distant and bitter? Where is the boy who used to be Amanda's best friend? Amanda is learning that there are things even a capable Amish girl can't fix. But will she just stand there and let him disappear again? "What the Heart Sees" Ellie Chupp is resigned to never love again after she loses her sight in an accident. Christopher Miller has returned home, five years after a tragedy took the life of his fiancee. When Ellie and Chris meet again, their attraction is undeniable. But the possibility of loving another person again is terrifying. By letting go of the past and their fears of the future, old friends remind each other that what matters most is invisible to the eye. |
77. Wild Love - Elsie Silver
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"Elsie Silver's writing is a true revelation!" ALI HAZELWOOD Small-town, big characters, four addictive love stories . . . meet the single dads of Rose Hill's recreational bowling team. Perfect for fans of steamy romance, Lucy Score, and Elsie's smash hit Chestnut Springs series. ____ She's been driving him wild for years . . . t he good kind of wild. The kind of wild that comes with wanting your best friend's little sister and knowing you can't have her. Forbes may have labeled Ford Grant the World's Hottest Billionaire, but all he cares about is escaping the press and opening a recording studio in gorgeous small town Rose Hill. Something that comes to a screeching halt when he ends up face-to-face with a young girl who claims he's her biological father. Now, he spends his days balancing business with parenting a sullen twelve-year-old, all while trying desperately to keep his hands the hell off his best friend's sister, Rosie Belmont. After living in the city, Rosie came blasting back into town like a storm. Beautiful, messy, and chaotic. And one wide-eyed, desperate plea for a job is all it takes for Ford to hire her. He vows to keep her at arm's length. Tries to stick to scowls and grumpy one-liners. But with her, verbal sparring is a type of foreplay―friction that soon turns to blistering heat. Ford knows damn well he shouldn't cross this line. But shouldn't and can't are two very different things. And the only thing he truly can't do is resist her. Readers can't get enough of Wild Love . . . ' Billionaire romance but make it rustic . . . Elsie Silver just hits the mark every time' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Hands-down my favorite book Elsie has written. HIGHLY recommend ' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Did I devour this in a single day? You bet I did!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Elsie Silver is the queen of small-town romances' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'The banter . The tension . The relationship between Ford & Rosie. The character development. Wow ' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'I was hooked from the first chapter' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ * Wild Love was an instant Sunday Times bestseller in the second week of April 2024. Wild Eyes was an instant Sunday Times bestseller in the second week of September 2024. |
78. The Man Who Died Twice - Richard Osman
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THE SECOND NOVEL IN THE RECORD-BREAKING, MILLION-COPY BESTSELLING THURSDAY MURDER CLUB SERIES. ---------- 'Moving, hilarious, brilliantly suspenseful' Jeffery Deaver 'A thing of joy' Kate Atkinson 'The tonic we all need' Shari Lapena It's the following Thursday. Elizabeth has received a letter from an old colleague, a man with whom she has a long history. He's made a big mistake, and he needs her help. His story involves stolen diamonds, a violent mobster, and a very real threat to his life. As bodies start piling up, Elizabeth enlists Joyce, Ibrahim and Ron in the hunt for a ruthless murderer. And if they find the diamonds too? Well, wouldn't that be a bonus? But this time they are up against an enemy who wouldn't bat an eyelid at knocking off four septuagenarians. Can the Thursday Murder Club find the killer (and the diamonds) before the killer finds them? ---------- 'It's like reading ice cream... a pure pleasure' Linwood Barclay 'A properly funny mystery steeped in Agatha Christie' Araminta Hall 'Full of humour and heart. I loved it' Harlan Coben 'He's not only done it again, but he's done it even better' Philippa Perry 'They'll cradle you through any winter of discontent' Richard and Judy, Daily Express 'Superbly entertaining' Guardian 'As gripping as it is funny' Evening Standard 'This slick sequel will leave you buzzing' The Times 'Osman's world is a soothing place to be' Sunday Telegraph 'Pure pleasure to read' Observer Richard Osman, Sunday Times bestseller, March 2024 The Bullet that Missed broke the record for the fastest-selling adult fiction hardback ever, September 2022 |
79. The Picasso Heist - James Patterson
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Prepare to be hooked by James Patterson's newest thriller in which an art student must orchestrate the heist of a lifetime to save her father... ' The Picasso Heist is a thrilling, engaging, funny, at times moving, scintillating read' - Felicity Jones, Oscar-nominated actress and audiobook narrator 'Patterson is in a class by himself' Guardian _________________________________ A rare masterpiece by Picasso is about to go to auction, and the whole world is watching. But bright art student Halston Graham sees an opportunity. One that could secure millions for her future – and freedom for her wrongly imprisoned father… To pull off the crime of the century, she must assemble an unlikely crack team: an expert in forgery, a ruthless mob boss, and an eccentric fashion designer. In a game where trust is a luxury and failure is not an option, will Halston’s brilliance be enough to outsmart her enemies? _________________________________ PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSON 'It's no mystery why James Patterson is the world's most popular thriller writer ... Simply put: nobody does it better.' JEFFERY DEAVER 'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' LEE CHILD 'Patterson boils a scene down to the single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves a plot along. It's what fires off the movie projector in the reader's mind.' MICHAEL CONNELLY 'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' IAN RANKIN 'Patterson knows where our deepest fears are buried ... there's no stopping his imagination' NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW 'Patterson is in a class by himself' GUARDIAN 'The master storyteller of our times' HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON 'One of the greatest storytellers of all time' PATRICIA CORNWELL |
80. The Long Walk - Stephen King & Richard Bachman
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*SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE COMING SEPTEMBER 2025* In this powerful novel from master storyteller Stephen King, writing as Richard Bachman, tells the tale of the contestants of a gruelling walking competition where there can only be one winner-the one that survives. In a dystopian near-future, America has fallen on hard times. Sixteen-year-old Ray Garraty is about to compete in the annual match of stamina and wits known as the Long Walk. One hundred boys must keep a steady pace of four miles per hour day and night, without ever stopping. The winner gets 'The Prize' - anything he wants for the rest of his life. But the rules of the Long Walk are harsh and the stakes could not be higher. There is no finish line-the winner is the last man standing. Contestants cannot receive any outside aid whatsoever. Slow down under the speed limit and you're given a warning. Three warnings and you're out of the game-forever. |
81. The Fourth Watcher - Timothy Hallinan
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"[A] stellar sequel to A Nail Through the Heart . . . Smooth prose, appealing characters, and a twisting action-filled plot make this thriller a standout." — Publishers Weekly (starred review) The author of the Looking for Trouble travel book series, Poke Rafferty is ready to settle down in Bangkok with his fiancée, Rose, and his newly adopted daughter, Miaow. But trouble isn't ready to let him go; it's back in Poke's life with a vengeance, in the guise of his long-estranged father, Frank, the last person he ever wanted to see again. And Frank hasn't come empty-handed, arriving with a box of rubies, a wad of fraudulent identity papers, and one of the most dangerous gangsters in China in hot pursuit. With a rogue American Secret Service agent targeting Rose for her unwitting part in a North Korean counterfeiting operation, Poke can see trouble descending from everywhere to attack those he loves—and it will take every skill he possesses to keep them, and himself, alive. "The suspense plot is thrilling, the atmosphere is rich and completely convincing, and this is a compelling and finally very satisfying story, and a terrific 2nd volume in what is turning out to be a very good series of novels. It's a pleasure to settle comfortably into such a book." — Sullivan County Democrat "This new breed of character for a series is a welcome addition to the thriller fiction set in Asia." — Japan Times , 2008 Best of Asia Books "True suspense in the Hitchcock mold. Hallinan has created an exceptional thriller." —NewMysteryReader.com |
82. Alpha Underground Trilogy - Aimee Easterling
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This compilation of the complete Alpha Underground Trilogy plus five bonus short stories is chock full of adventure, danger, and romance. Fen Young is a half-shifter whose inner beast is more mouse than wolf. Home is her castle, the only place she's ever felt safe. Enter Hunter Green, an uber-alpha strong enough to stop traffic with a single look. He's handsome and enticing and seems like just the ticket to broaden Fen's horizons...until the uber-alpha brushes off his admirer and summarily rejects her from her home pack. Now treading water in the no-man's land of outpack territory, Fen must confront a missing pack mate, a tantalizing stranger, and a serial killer targeting half-werewolves. Will she be able to shore up her waning power in time to save her friend...and half-breeds everywhere...before it's too late? USA Today bestselling author Aimee Easterling's completed urban-fantasy series has racked up over 300 glowing five-star reviews: "Tense, dramatic, sexy, and intriguing" "A strong back bone of loyalty, love, and friendship" "Another truly riveting story of an underdog coming of age" "Romance, passion, suspense, and intrigue all in one book" "Fun, exciting, thoughtful, suspenseful" "An awesome power packed modern story" "Well-written, fast-paced story with exceptional, captivating characters" "Brilliant characters whose layers are revealed, tantalisingly, in each story" "A WOW of a story" Includes: Half Wolf Lone Wolf Dawn Wolf Landing USA Today bestselling author Aimee Easterling pens urban fantasy novels that flirt with paranormal romance. Oh, and werewolves. Lots of werewolves. She firmly believes that every reader deserves the unbreakable bonds of a pack, the joy of a fated mate, and the thrill of swashbuckling adventures. Be sure to check out her free box sets, Shifter Origins and Shifter Origins II, for an introduction to sword-wielding fox shifters, a cupcake-baking werewolf, and several other spunky heroines. |
83. Dust - Michael Brissenden
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Lake Herrod, a once-thriving community, now lies in the shadow of a nearly dry lake. The town, like the water, is evaporating and its residents are left clinging to what little remains. When Aaron Love discovers a fresh corpse near the cracked lakebed – along with evidence his missing father is alive and linked to a web of organised crime – he is thrust into a world of deception, injustice and betrayal. With the town on the brink of collapse, Aaron and a haunted detective, Martyn Kravets, uncover a web of conspiracy that reaches far beyond the small community. Dust is a dark, gripping thriller that explores the complexities of identity, a search for truth, and the unyielding forces of corruption in a world where lives are lived on the fringe and nothing is as it seems. |
84. Crown of Midnight - Sarah J. Maas
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'One of the best fantasy book series of the past decade' TIME From the #1 bestselling author of A Court of Thorns and Roses, Crown of Midnight is the second book in the epic, bestselling fantasy series that returns readers to a land destroyed by liars, where one woman's truth is the only thing that can save them all. Never trust an assassin. Celaena's story continues in this second book in the #1 bestselling Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas. Celaena Sardothien won a brutal contest to become the King's Champion. But she is far from loyal to the crown. Though she goes to great lengths to hide her secret, her deadly charade becomes more difficult when she realises she is not the only one seeking justice. Her search for answers ensnares those closest to her, and no one is safe from suspicion - not the Crown Prince Dorian; not Chaol, the Captain of the Guard; not even her best friend, Nehemia, a princess with a rebel heart. Then, one terrible night, the secrets they have all been keeping lead to an unspeakable tragedy. As Celaena's world shatters, she will be forced to decide once and for all where her true loyalties lie ... and what she is willing to fight for. |
85. 99 Trillion Helpers To Improve Your Gut Health - Dr Pradeep Kumar Sacitharan
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In 99 Trillion Helpers To Improve Your Gut Health, you will discover: ●How your gut works, what it needs, and the steps you should take to enhance its functioning for an all-round body transformation ●The connection between your gut and brain to help you manage anxiety, depression, and other mental disorders naturally ●What you should eat to enhance your metabolism and finally achieve the weight goals you have been working on for months ●How you can say goodbye to acne, dermatitis, rosacea, and other skin conditions (and have glowing skin) by working on your gut health ●The signs of poor gut health – catch the problem before it gets out of hand ●Prebiotics to include in your diet whether you are a vegan, vegetarian, or otherwise – including scientific evidence supporting the benefits ●How to heal a leaky gut in record time using natural remedies that you’ve probably never heard of ●A guide on the vitamins and supplements you should take for a healthier digestive system and general wellbeing ●Sample recipes to help you develop a gut-friendly meal plan that you can follow through alone or with your family And much more… You may be convinced that decreased productivity and low metabolism are caused by external factors, but really – it’s all in the gut! It’s time to stop over-diagnosing your symptoms and take the necessary steps using these science-backed strategies. Remember: Happy gut = Happy you. |
86. The Nightingale - Kristin Hannah
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A REESE WITHERSPOON BOOKCLUB PICK Soon to be a major motion picture, The Nightingale is a multi-million copy bestseller across the world. It has become a phenomenon that has enthralled a generation of readers. Bravery, courage, fear and love in a time of war, from New York Times bestselling author Kristin Hannah. "Wrenching, convincing . . . bittersweet" Publishers Weekly Despite their differences, sisters Viann and Isabelle have always been close. Younger, bolder Isabelle lives in Paris while Viann is content with life in the French countryside with her husband Antoine and their daughter. But when the Second World War strikes, Antoine is sent off to fight and Viann finds herself isolated so Isabelle is sent by their father to help her. As the war progresses, the sisters' relationship and strength is tested. With life changing in unbelievably horrific ways, Viann and Isabelle will find themselves facing frightening situations and responding in ways they never thought possible as bravery and resistance take different forms in each of their actions. Vivid and exquisite in its illumination of a time and place that was filled with atrocities, but also humanity and strength, Kristin Hannah's novel will provoke thought and discussion that will have readers talking long after they finish reading. PRAISE FOR THE NIGHTINGALE "Movingly written and plotted with the skill of Greek tragedy. You'll keep turning the pages until the last racking sob" Daily Mail "A gripping, emotional read" SHE magazine "Brilliant dialogue makes this a compulsive read" Books Monthly "I loved The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah, a talented writer of American stories; great characters, great plots, great emotions, who could ask for more in a novel?" Isabel Allende "Beautifully written . . . packed with action and emotion" Sara Gruen, bestselling author of Water for Elephants |
87. Wild Dark Shore - Charlotte McConaghy
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‘ At once a gripping mystery, an exquisitely written ode to the natural world, and a taut, psychological thriller, Wild Dark Shore is a triumph. Charlotte McConaghy is masterful in her ability to show the intricate connections between place and the human heart, and Wild Dark Shore shows her at the height of her powers. Breathtaking. ’ HANNAH KENT Dominic Salt and his three children are caretakers of Shearwater, a tiny island not far from Antarctica. Home to the world’s largest seed bank, Shearwater was once full of researchers. But with sea levels rising, the Salts are now its final inhabitants, packing up the seeds before they are transported to safer ground. Despite the wild beauty of life here, isolation has taken its toll on the Salts. Raff, 18 and suffering his first heartbreak, can only find relief at his punching bag; Fen, 17, has started spending her nights on the beach among the seals; 9-year-old Orly, obsessed with botany, fears the loss of his beloved natural world; and Dominic can’t stop turning back towards the past, and the loss that drove the family to Shearwater in the first place. Then, during the worst storm the island has ever seen, a woman washes up on shore. As the Salts nurse the woman, Rowan, back to life, their suspicion gives way to affection, and they finally begin to feel like a family again. Rowan, long accustomed to protecting her heart, begins to fall for the Salts, too. But Rowan isn’t telling the whole truth about why she set out for Shearwater. And when she discovers the sabotaged radios and a freshly dug grave, she realises Dominic is keeping his own dark secrets. As the storms on Shearwater gather force, the characters must decide if they can trust each other enough to protect the precious seeds in their care before it’s too late—and if they can finally put the tragedies of the past behind them to create something new, together. A novel of heartstopping twists, dizzying beauty and ferocious love, Wild Dark Shore is a story about the impossible choices we make to protect the people we love, even as the world around us is ending. |
88. Don't Believe Everything You Think (Expanded Edition) - Joseph Nguyen
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Learn how to overcome anxiety, self-doubt & self-sabotage without needing to rely on motivation or willpower. In this expanded edition, you'll discover the root cause of all psychological and emotional suffering and how to achieve freedom of mind to effortlessly create the life you've always wanted to live. Although pain is inevitable, suffering is optional. This book offers a completely new paradigm and understanding of where our human experience comes from, allowing us to end our own suffering and create how we want to feel at any moment. In This Book, You’ll Discover: - The root cause of all psychological and emotional suffering and how to end it - How to become unaffected by negative thoughts and feelings - How to experience unconditional love, peace, and joy in the present, no matter what our external circumstances look like - How to instantly create a new experience of life if you don’t like the one you’re in right now - How to break free from a negative thought loop when we inevitably get caught in one - How to let go of anxiety, self-doubt, self-sabotage, and any self-destructive habits - How to effortlessly create from a state of abundance, flow, and ease - How to develop the superpower of being okay with not knowing and uncertainty - How to access your intuition and inner wisdom that goes beyond the limitations of thinking No matter what has happened to you, where you are from, or what you have done, you can still find total peace, unconditional love, complete fulfillment, and an abundance of joy in your life. No person is an exception to this. Darkness only exists because of the light, which means even in our darkest hour, light must exist. Within the pages of this book, contains timeless wisdom to empower you with the understanding of our mind’s infinite potential to create any experience of life that we want no matter the external circumstances. ‘Don’t Believe Everything You Think’ is not about rewiring your brain, rewriting your past, positive thinking or anything of the sort. We cannot solve our problems with the same level of consciousness that created them. Tactics are temporary. An expansion of consciousness is permanent. This book was written to help you go beyond your thinking and discover the truth of what you already intuitively know deep inside your soul. |
89. On Wings Of Blood - Briar Boleyn
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It's THE hottest romantasy sensation that EVERYONE is talking about and instant New York Times bestseller! What do you get if you mix Fourth Wing with Zodiac Academy, a dash of Arthurian legend, dark academia, and lots and lots of vampires? Welcome to Bloodwing Academy. Expect magic. Expect competition. Expect blood. 🩸🩸🩸 |
90. The White Crow - Michael Robotham
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The No.1 bestseller returns with a nail-biting new PC Phil McCarthy book. If you loved When You Are Mine or are hunting for thrillers that make you think and feel, you won't want to miss this. As the daughter of a London crime boss, PC Philomena McCarthy walks a thin blue line keeping the two sides of her complicated life apart. On patrol one night she discovers a child in pyjamas, wandering alone. Taking Daisy home, Phil uncovers the aftermath of a deadly home invasion, as three miles away a prominent jeweller is found strapped to an explosive in his ransacked store. The crimes are linked, and all the evidence points to Phil's father as the mastermind. Phil's two worlds are colliding, trapping her in the middle of a vicious gang war that will threaten her career and everyone she loves. Who can she trust - the badge or her own blood? |
91. Mad Mabel - Sally Hepworth
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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Soulmate and Darling Girls comes the story of Mad Mabel. They called it murder. She called it justice. In 1959, at just fifteen years of age, Mabel Waller became the youngest Australian in history to be convicted of murder. In 2025, on a quiet Melbourne lane, an elderly man is found dead by his neighbour, 81-year-old Elsie Fitzpatrick. No one suspects any foul play. Until they discover Elsie's past. In the 1950s, her name was not Elsie. It was Mabel. She is known around the world as Mad Mabel. But is she mad? More importantly, is she guilty? When the police open a new investigation and the media descend upon her, the elderly Mabel decides it's time to set the record straight. In a world first, at the age of 81, Mabel Waller is speaking. New York Times bestselling author Sally Hepworth is at her finest in this twisty, compulsive thriller of friendship, family and murder. Or is it justice . . . ? Praise for Sally Hepworth: 'She is one of my favourite Australian writers' - Liane Moriarty 'Sally Hepworth is a born storyteller' - Trent Dalton 'The queen of suburban noir' - Sunday Telegraph |
92. The Family Next Door - Sally Hepworth
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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Soulmate and Darling Girls , now a major TV series on the ABC. "This is women's fiction at its finest" Liane Moriarty In a moment of maternal despair Essie once made a terrible mistake, one she will always regret. Essie has since recovered, but she fears what may still lurk inside her. Her neighbours in Pleasant Court have their own issues. Driven and organised, Ange has everything under control, except perhaps her husband. Practical, intellectual Fran can't stop running. For exercise, or something else? Then one day, Isabelle arrives and appears to be very curious about her neighbours. Too curious, some might say. It soon becomes clear that Isabelle's choice of neighbourhood was no accident . . . Praise for Sally Hepworth 'This is women's fiction at its finest.' - Liane Moriarty 'Endlessly mysterious. Sally Hepworth is a born storyteller.' - Trent Dalton 'A superb and haunting mystery.' - Jane Harper |
93. Heir of Fire - Sarah J. Maas
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'One of the best fantasy book series of the past decade' TIME From the #1 bestselling author of A Court of Thorns and Roses, Heir of Fire is the third book in the epic, bestselling fantasy series following Celaena's journey from woman to warrior. The heir of ash and fire bows to no one. A new threat rises in the third book in the #1 bestselling Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas. Celaena Sardothien has survived deadly contests and shattering heartbreak, but now she must travel to a new land to confront her darkest truth. That truth could change her life - and her future - forever. Meanwhile, monstrous forces are gathering on the horizon, intent on enslaving her world. To defeat them, Celaena will need the strength not only to fight the evil that is about to be unleashed but also to harness her inner demons. If she is to win this battle, she must find the courage to face her destiny - and burn brighter than ever before. |
94. The Little Book of Miriam - Miriam Margolyes
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From ARNIE to DOLLY , BLACKADDER to SCORSESE; GRAHAM NORTON to HARRY POTTER; the VAGINA MONOLOGUES to ZOOM, welcome back to the irrepressible and unstoppable world of Miriam Margolyes. Packed with her wit, wisdom and unfiltered stories, The Little Book of Miriam is a memory palace of Miriam's extraordinary life's standout moments, opinions and conclusions. Never forget that this is a woman who knocked back WARREN BEATTY, played to an audience of TWO THOUSAND NAKED LESBIANS, injected sex into the CADBURY'S CARAMEL BUNNY and was VOGUE 'S COVER STAR AGED 83. Miriam is always full of surprises and this book is too. Deliciously dip-in-able, thought-provoking and mirth-inducing, elegantly designed and always interesting -- whether sharing daring declarations, behind-the-scenes antics or talking about the indignities of ageing, this is a book as unique and extraordinary as Miriam herself. |
95. Well, This Is Awkward - Esther Walker
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'Warm and funny, what a joy!' Jessica Stanley, author of Consider Yourself Kissed 'Superb. Brilliant. I adored it... Esther Walker is smart and so funny' Georgia Toffolo 'A funny, clever, sparkling voice' Kate Weinberg Mairéad is single, child-free and head of a successful influencer talent agency. The young people at work may be mean to her, she hasn't seen her only sister for nine years and she's one bad date away from giving up on men completely – but other than that, she's got life sorted. Until Sunshine shows up. When her militant, off-grid sister has a mysterious accident, Mairéad's inscrutable niece comes to stay, turning life upside down. It's just for a couple of weeks – surely Mairéad can manage that? But Sunshine makes her look at every single aspect of her life with different eyes. And Mairéad's afraid nothing will be the same again. |
96. The Unquiet Grave - Dervla McTiernan
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Every grave has a story ... The much-anticipated new novel in the Cormac Reilly series, from the no.1 bestselling author of The Ruin and What Happened to Nina. For years the boglands of Northern Europe have given up bodies of the long-deceased. Bodies that are thousands of years old, uncannily preserved. Bodies with strange injuries that suggest ritual torture and human sacrifice. When a corpse is found in a bog in Galway, Cormac Reilly assumes the find is historical. But closer examination reveals a more recent story. The dead man is Thaddeus Grey, a local secondary school principal who disappeared two years prior. There's nothing in Grey's past that would explain why he was murdered, or why his body was mutilated in a ritual manner. At first, progress on the case is frustratingly slow and Cormac struggles to keep his mind on the job. His ex-girlfriend, Emma Sweeney, is in trouble, and she's reached out to him for help - Emma's new husband has gone missing in Paris, and the French police are refusing to open an investigation into his disappearance. Cormac is sure that he has found Grey's killer, and is within hours of an arrest, when another mutilated body is discovered on the other side of the country. Two days later, a third body is found. Press attention is intense. Is there a serial killer at work in Ireland? Has Cormac been on the wrong trail? And if so, can he find the murderer before they strike again? 'McTiernan is a bestselling crime writer for good reason, and this is another brisk, moody police procedural with an effortless command of pace and suspense' Sydney Morning Herald 'Excellently tangled' Washington Post Praise for the Cormac Reilly novels: 'Dervla McTiernan just gets better and better' Chris Hammer 'A haunting mystery that will have you turning pages late into the night. This is Gone Girl-level good writing.' Janet Evanovich 'Intelligent and fast-paced' Wall Street Journal 'Taut, dense and darkly addictive. A treat for lovers of fine crime writing.' Candice Fox 'As moving as it is fast-paced' Val McDermid 'Cormac Reilly [is] a cop to follow to hell and back' Bookseller+Publisher |
97. Quicksilver - Callie Hart
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From global phenomenon Callie Hart comes a highly addictive enemies-to-lovers Romantasy with razor-sharp banter, heart-stopping action, and blistering hot romance that you won't be able to put down! 🗝️ Do not touch the sword. Do not turn the key. Do not open the gate. 🗡️ In the land of the unforgiving desert, there isn't much a girl wouldn't do for a glass of water. Twenty-four-year-old Saeris Fane is good at keeping secrets. No one knows about the strange powers she possesses, or the fact that she has been picking pockets and stealing from the Undying Queen's reservoirs for as long as she can remember. But a secret is like a knot. Sooner or later, it is bound to come undone. When Saeris comes face-to-face with Death himself, she inadvertently re-opens a gateway between realms and is transported to a land of ice and snow. The Fae have always been the stuff of myth, of legend, of nightmares... but it turns out they're real, and Saeris has landed herself in the middle of a centuries-long conflict that might just get her killed. The first of her kind to tread the frozen mountains of Yvelia in over a thousand years, Saeris mistakenly binds herself to Kingfisher, a handsome Fae warrior, who has secrets and nefarious agendas of his own. He will use her Alchemist's magic to protect his people, no matter what it costs him . . . or her. Death has a name. It is Kingfisher of the Ajun Gate. His past is murky. His attitude stinks. And he's the only way Saeris is going to make it home. Be careful of the deals you make, dear child. The devil is in the details . . . N.B. Quicksilver contains depictions of graphic violence/adult situations and is therefore recommended for readers 17+. For a full list of tropes and TWs, please visit the author's website. READERS LOVE QUICKSILVER ' if you love romantasy then you NEED to read this book . . . this book had the PERFECT balance of romance and plot' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Kingfisher is officially my new book boyfriend as he is smoking (literally) but also made my heart melt at times' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' I never wanted this book to end! ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' Shadow Daddies, wolves, fairies, every creature you can imagine is in this book . I have nothing but praise for the story, the writing and the plot' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' The romantasy of the year! . . . This is a truly phenomenal book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
98. Pretty Baby - Mary Kubica
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Mary Kubica – bestselling author of The Good Girl – delivers a stunning new psychological thriller about a chance encounter that sparks an unrelenting web of lies... Heidi Wood has always been a charitable woman: she works for a non–profit, takes in stray cats. Still, her husband and daughter are horrified when Heidi comes home one day with a teenage girl named Willow and her four–month–old baby in tow. Dishevelled and apparently homeless, this girl could be a criminal – or worse. But despite her family's objections, Heidi invites Willow and the baby to take refuge in their home. Heidi spends the next few days helping Willow get back on her feet, but as clues into Willow's past begin to surface, Heidi is forced to decide how far she's willing to go to help a stranger. What starts as an act of kindness quickly spirals into a story far more twisted than anyone could have anticipated. "[Pretty Baby] is almost hypnotic and anything but predictable...This book will give insomniacs a compelling reason to sit up all night." – Kirkus "A twisty, roller coaster ride of a debut. Fans of Gone Girl will embrace this equally evocative tale." – Lisa Gardner, No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of Fear Nothing   “Kubica's powerful debut...will encourage comparisons to Gone Girl.” – Publishers Weekly, starred review   “Similar in tone to William Landay's acclaimed Defending Jacob, this excellent debut is compulsively readable and highly recommended.” – Library Journal   “Kubica's debut thriller...will have readers guessing what's really going on until the final pages.” – Booklist |
99. A Court of Frost and Starlight - Sarah J. Maas
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An unmissable companion tale to the GLOBAL PHENOMENON, romantic fantasy epic and TikTok sensation, ACOTAR. From multi-million and #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas. Maas has established herself as a fantasy fiction titan - Time Think Game of Thrones meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a drizzle of E.L. James – Telegraph Spiced with slick plotting and atmospheric world-building ... a page-turning delight – Guardian Sarah J. Maas does not disappoint … To be devoured with relish – Mail _________________________ In this companion tale to the bestselling A Court of Thorns and Roses series, Feyre, Rhys and their friends are working to rebuild the Night Court and the vastly changed world beyond after the events of A Court of Wings and Ruin. But Winter Solstice is finally near, and with it a hard-earned reprieve. Yet even the festive atmosphere can't keep the shadows of the past from looming. As Feyre navigates her first Winter Solstice as High Lady, she finds that those dearest to her have more wounds than she anticipated – scars that will have a far-reaching impact on the future of their court. _________________________ Sarah J. Maas is a global #1 bestselling author. Her books have sold millions of copies worldwide and have been translated into 38 languages. Discover the sweeping romantic fantasy that everyone's talking about for yourself. |
100. How to Mend a Broken Heart - Rachael Johns
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Summer in New Orleans means hot days, long nights, spooky stories and surprising new beginnings. Felicity Bell has struggled to move on after her marriage broke down. Her ex has found love again, her children have their own lives, and it's beginning to feel like her only comfort comes from her dog and her job as a taxidermist. So when Flick gets an offer to work in New Orleans for a few months, she's drawn to the chance to make a fresh start. Zoe is ready to start a family with her husband, but when he betrays her, she's left shattered and desperate for a change of scenery. Joining her mother on the other side of the world to drown her sorrows seems the perfect solution. Although both mother and daughter are wary of risking their hearts to love again, Theo, a jazz bar owner, and Jack, a local ghost hunter, offer fun, friendship and distraction. But all is not as it seems in New Orleans... A chance meeting with Aurelia, a reclusive artist who surprises them with lessons from her life, prompts Flick and Zoe to reassess what they want too. Can all three women learn from the past in order to embrace their future? An uplifting novel about three women joyously learning to move on after heartbreak by the bestselling author of The Patterson Girls and Flying The Nest. |
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