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1. Apples Never Fall - Liane Moriarty

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Liane Moriarty
Genre: Family Fiction & Literature
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: 14 Sep 2021
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Seller: Macmillan Publishers Australia and Pan Macmillan Australia

SOON TO BE A MAJOR TV SERIES STARRING SAM NEILL AND ANNETTE BENING From the outside, the Delaneys appear to be an enviably contented family. Even after all these years, former tennis coaches Joy and Stan are still winning tournaments, and now that they've sold the family business they have all the time in the world to learn how to 'relax'. Their four adult children are busy living their own lives, and while it could be argued they never quite achieved their destinies, no-one ever says that out loud. But now Joy Delaney has disappeared and her children are re-examining their parents' marriage and their family history with fresh, frightened eyes. Is her disappearance related to their mysterious house guest from last year? Or were things never as rosy as they seemed in the Delaney household? SHORTLISTED FOR THE ABIA GENERAL FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 Praise for Apples Never Fall 'I loved it. Apples Never Fall is an absolute page-turner with all the wit and nuance that has put Liane Moriarty head and shoulders above the crowd and shows once again why she leads the pack.' - Jane Harper 'Utterly and completely wonderful. I've loved all of Liane's books but Apples Never Fall is next-level writing: an intelligent, forensic portrait of a family' - Marian Keyes 'To say Moriarty nails the zeitgeist is an understatement. In fact, Apples Never Fall takes us right through to the COVID-19 pandemic . . . With her relatable characters, keen eye and complicated story structure, Moriarty has produced yet another great romp.' - Sydney Morning Herald 'Her novels, of course, are highly readable. But to categorise them as beach reads is to dismiss Liane's distinctiveness as a writer - the dark comedy, the razorblade observations, the ever-present sense of aspiration.' - Sun-Herald 'Clever, engaging and funny, Liane Moriarty's new novel, Apples Never Fall is a great read. A razor-sharp dissection of family dynamics over-laid with the mystery of an unexpected disappearance, it kept me captivated.' - Weekend Australian 'Nobody does it better' - Vogue 'Moriarty brings it all together with heartwarming insight and empathy and that wicked final barb.' - Adelaide Advertiser 'Settling in with a new Liane Moriarty novel is a bit like a catch-up with an old friend or binge-watching a favourite series. Time just flies and you can't help but crave more. Moriarty has an incredible talent for building complex, compelling tales loaded with spot-on human interaction, dark and light, as well as drama, suspense and insight. Apples Never Fall delivers again. This could well be her best effort yet. Brilliant.' - Herald Sun 'Moriarty tells a great story, understands her characters and cares about them, too.' - The Washington Post 'Magnificent, pyrotechnic, deliciously theatrical' - Guardian 'Moriarty has an eye for the telling details that rivals Anne Tyler's - and a knack for building suspense.' - People Magazine 'A witty tale of domestic suspense, and a satisfying, layered family drama where the tension comes from the treachery of memory, the specter of generational violence and the effects of decades' worth of unspoken resentments that have curdled over time. . . . Moriarty once again shows her mastery with the inner working of women.' - The New York Times Book Review 'Everything Liane Moriarty touches turns to gold . . . a throwback to her best-known - and most beloved - material: family secrets.' - Entertainment Weekly 'A tour-de-force of a novel; brilliantly plotted and superbly written . . . The tension builds to a conclusion alive with ingenious twists. Smart, sharp and utterly riveting' - Daily Mail

2. What Happened to Nina? - Dervla McTiernan

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The thrilling new crime novel from the popular bestselling author of THE MURDER RULE and THE RUIN, for fans of Jane Harper, Ann Cleeves and Hayley Scrivenor
Dervla McTiernan
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $12.99
Publish Date: 01 Mar 2024
Publisher: HarperCollins
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

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 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. '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 'A masterpiece. Haunting, emotional, fiercely intelligent and absolutely diabolical' TJ Newman, author of Falling 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

3. Seeing Other People - Diana Reid

Diana Reid - Seeing Other People artwork Seeing Other People
Diana Reid
Genre: Literary Fiction
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: 05 Oct 2022
Publisher: Ultimo Press
Seller: Hardie Grant books PTY Ltd

Sydney Morning Herald Best Young Australian Novelist 2022 SHORTLISTED for the INDIE AWARD for BEST FICTION SHORTLISTED for the ABIA for Literary Fiction LONGLISTED for the BookPeople Book of the Year for Fiction  ’Diana Reid has such a way with language.’  ― Mamamia ​ ‘This! Was! So! Good! ... Diana Reid you are in a total league of your own.’ - Zara McDonald, Shameless Podcast ‘ Seeing Other People will be the book of the summer.’ - PedestrianTV ‘An extraordinary new voice in Aussie lit.’ ― Zoë Foster Blake ‘a captivating read that feels made for racing through while lying on the beach.’ ―  Vogue Australia Charlie’s skin was stinging. Not with heat or sweat, but with that intense, body-defining self-consciousness—that sense of being watched. She lowered her eyes from Eleanor’s loving gaze. Her throat taut with tears, she swallowed. ‘You’re a good sister, Eleanor.’ ‘Don’t say that.’ After two years of lockdowns, there’s change in the air. Eleanor has just broken up with her boyfriend, Charlie’s career as an actress is starting up again. They’re finally ready to pursue their dreams—relationships, career, family—if only they can work out what it is they really want. When principles and desires clash, Eleanor and Charlie are forced to ask: where is the line between self-love and selfishness? In all their confusion, mistakes will be made and lies will be told as they reckon with the limits of their own self-awareness. Seeing Other People  is the darkly funny story of two very different sisters, and the summer that stretches their relationship almost to breaking point.  PRAISE FOR SEEING OTHER PEOPLE: ‘a great summer read. ’ - The Guardian ‘ The prose sparkles on the page, as effervescent and drinkable as a glass of prosecco on a warm summer's evening.’ - The Australian ‘We absolutely adored this hotly-anticipated novel’ - The Shameless Bookclub ‘If you tore through  Love & Virtue  last year, you'll want to add Diana Reid's second novel to the top of your reading bucket list.’ - Marie Claire ‘ I enjoyed this funny, charming and enormously readable novel a great deal, in large part due to the wit and authenticity with which Reid represents her characters and their world.’ - The West Australian ‘ Reid hasn’t lost her skewering wit.’ - Sydney Morning Herald ' a compulsive read’ - Primer 'funny and engaging’ - ArtsHub ‘ Reid's witty and insightful social observation is something to relish’ - ABC Radio National, The Bookshelf ‘There is a genuine warmth as well as capacious intelligence and sly humour to Reid’s writing, and a dynamic energy to the novel that’s always compelling’ - The Guardian ‘This charming, insightful and clever follow-up to  Love & Virtue  is an immensely readable novel that explores the bonds of family, friendship and principle.’ - Books + Publishing ‘ a story bathed in sisterhood and the oft complicated relationship sisters are forced to navigate.’ - Russh ‘if you’re heading to the beach and need a light, funny read, this book will deliver that for you.’ - The Canberra Times ‘written in superb prose, this is the ultimate contemporary dramedy’ - InStyle ‘ I love Diana Reid’s writing and Seeing Other People hit the mark once again.’ - Women's Agenda PRAISE FOR LOVE & VIRTUE: ‘Loved it…It’s electrifying’ ― Annabel Crabb ‘a great read that will become an Australian classic’ –  Sydney Morning Herald ‘an absolute cracker, Love & Virtue lobs right into the current moment with a clarifying light. I hope EVERYONE reads this book.’ – Helen Garner, bestselling and award winning author of  The First Stone  and  The Spare Room ‘Diana Reid will be called the new Sally Rooney – you’re certain of it by the end of page one. By the end of this real, raw and startling novel, you know Reid is the talent to whom every smart young novelist who follows her will be compared – or hope to be.’ – Meg Mason, author of Sorrow and Bliss ‘ Love & Virtue  is an accomplished novel – by turns funny and furious, and full of the plangent longing and confusion of early adulthood.’ - The Saturday Paper ‘It is not enough to say Love & Virtue heralds the arrival of a new literary talent: Reid is intensely incisive and brilliant.’ – Sarah Schmidt, author of See What I Have Done  and Blue Hour ‘Reid’s prose interrogates everything we think we know about love. Heartfelt and unputdownable, this is a remarkably self-assured debut.’ – Victoria Hannan, author of Kokomo and Marshmallow ‘A fierce new voice at just the right moment, shining a light on consent and class with clarity and grace.’ – Inga Simpson, author of  Where the Trees Were  and  Understory  

4. Her Last Lie (A Rachel Gift FBI Suspense Thriller—Book 13) - Blake Pierce

Blake Pierce - Her Last Lie (A Rachel Gift FBI Suspense Thriller—Book 13) artwork Her Last Lie (A Rachel Gift FBI Suspense Thriller—Book 13)
Blake Pierce
Genre: Women Sleuths
Price: $7.99
Publish Date: 19 Mar 2024
Publisher: Blake Pierce
Seller: Lukeman Literary Management

When scientists are found dead, the signature of a mysterious, diabolical killer, authorities are at a loss to figure out what connects them. But FBI Special Agent Rachel Gift knows how to enter a killer’s mind, to see a pattern, and in this case, she’ll wish she hadn’t…..    “A masterpiece of thriller and mystery.” —Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   HER LAST LIE (A Rachel Gift FBI Suspense Thriller) is book #13 in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews.   FBI Agent Rachel Gift, 33, unparalleled for her ability to enter the minds of serial killers, is a rising star in the Behavioral Crimes Unit—until a routine doctor visit reveals she has but a few months left to live.   Not wishing to burden others with her pain, Rachel decides, agonizing as it is, not to tell anyone—not even her boss, her partner, her husband, or her seven-year-old daughter. She wants to go down fighting, and to take as many serial killers with her as she can, but she can feel herself slipping.   While investigating the murders, a hospice worker recognizes the tired look in Rachel’s eye. She can’t hide her condition anymore and she knows it.    It is time to confess her truth—but not before she catches her last killer.   A page-turning and harrowing crime thriller featuring a brilliant and tortured FBI agent, the RACHEL GIFT series is a riveting mystery, packed with non-stop action, suspense, twists and turns, revelations, and driven by a breakneck pace that will keep you flipping pages late into the night. Fans of Rachel Caine, Teresa Driscoll and Robert Dugoni are sure to fall in love.   Future books in this series will soon be available!   “An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next.” —Reader review (Her Last Wish) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!” —Reader review (Her Last Wish) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!” —Reader review (City of Prey) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours.” —Reader review (City of Prey) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!” —Reader review (Girl, Alone) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!” —Reader review (Girl, Alone) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

5. The Accident - Fiona Lowe

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Gripping, thought-provoking, a new mystery from a bestselling Australian author
Fiona Lowe
Genre: Fiction & Literature
Price: $12.99
Publish Date: 01 Mar 2024
Publisher: HQ Fiction
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

A terrible crash... but the facts don't add up. Worlds converge and two women's lives are torn apart when a devastating accident uncovers a shocking web of lies. A gripping and thought-provoking new mystery from bestselling Australian author Fiona Lowe. Perfect for readers who enjoy Liane Moriarty and Sally Hepworth. Freya thought she could relax when Ryan's best mate Jamie got engaged to her best friend Hannah. Two couples, four friends - what could be better than that? But a day before the wedding Freya's torn between keeping the peace or blowing it up. Hannah's perfect wedding is hours away and she's daydreaming of a honeymoon in Tahiti and starting the family she longs for when she hears the first-responder sirens. Is it a grass fire? Worse? And why aren't Ryan or Jamie answering their phones? When a car veers off the road with devastating consequences, the small wheatbelt town of Garringarup is left reeling, but no one's worlds are more shattered than Hannah's and Freya's. As disturbing details surrounding the accident emerge and questions pile up, ugly secrets rise to the surface. Mystery, lies and scandal - it's soon obvious nothing is as it seems in this small town... The gripping and thought-provoking new mystery from bestselling Australian author Fiona Lowe. PRAISE FOR FIONA LOWE: 'As with any quality page-turner, there are twists aplenty, but the truth sure can hurt. Don't be surprised to read it in one sitting.' - The Herald Sun 'A gripping tale about greed, the price paid for ill-placed trust and the lessons that come with having it and losing it all ... Ultimately, The Money Club is about hope.' - Weekend Australian, Notable Books 'Greed, self-interest, and moral drama also feature in the latest novel by Fiona Lowe, the undisputed queen of Australian small-town fiction ... The Money Club is another enjoyable character-driven tale by Lowe that will keep you happily entertained.' - Canberra Weekly 'Lowe's writing style is as approachable, relatable, well-paced and as humane as ever. She possesses the rare strength of not judging her characters, which provides for the development of their depth.' - Better Reading

6. Iron Flame - Rebecca Yarros

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THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING SEQUEL TO THE GLOBAL PHENOMENON, FOURTH WING*
Rebecca Yarros
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 07 Nov 2023
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
Seller: Hachette Australia Pty Ltd

THE INSTANT NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER (November, 2023) AND THRILLING SEQUEL TO THE BESTSELLING GLOBAL PHENOMENON, FOURTH WING ! Don't miss out on the series that the world can't stop talking about: 'An absolute romantasy sensation . . . 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 'Yarros had me hooked from the first chapter' - Mail on Sunday __________________________________________ She survived her first year at Basgiath War College . . . but the danger is only beginning. Everyone expected Violet Sorrengail to die during her first year at Basgiath War College, Violet included. But Threshing was only the first impossible test meant to weed out the weak-willed, the unworthy, and the unlucky. Now the real training begins, and Violet's already wondering how she'll get through. It's not just that it's grueling and maliciously brutal, or even that it's designed to stretch the riders' capacity for pain beyond endurance. It's the new vice commandant, who's made it his personal mission to teach Violet exactly how powerless she is - unless she betrays the man she loves. Although Violet's body might be weaker and frailer than everyone else's, she still has her wits, and a will of iron. And leadership is forgetting the most important lesson Basgiath has taught her: Dragon riders make their own rules. But a determination to survive won't be enough this year. Because Violet knows the real secret hidden for centuries at Basgiath War College - and nothing, not even dragon fire, may be enough to save them in the end. __________________________________________ R eviews for Fourth Wing 'Pure escapism - think Hunger Games meets Fifty Shades' THE SUN 'We weren't expecting to become obsessed with Rebecca Yarros's Fourth Wing, but we very much are - and we're not alone . . .' SUNDAY TIMES STYLE 'I couldn't put it down!' MILLIE BOBBY BROWN 'This book contains an addictive , drug like essence that will make you relinquish all responsibility until the very last word. Do not say I didn't warn you' GLAMOUR '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, according to the Chinese calendar. 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' READER REVIEW 'I didn't sleep, I didn't eat, and when I finished, I had the overwhelming urge to just start it all over again ' READER REVIEW 'This book is probably the best fantasy book I have ever read' READER REVIEW ' FIVE. FREAKING. STARS . There is no universe where I could give this book any less of a rating' READER REVIEW OTHER BOOKS IN THE EMPYREAN SERIES - FOURTH WING - IRON FLAME *Rebecca Yarros's Iron Flame was a New York Times and Sunday Times Number One bestseller in hardback in the second week of November 2023

7. The Billionaire and the Maid - S.E. Rose

S.E. Rose - The Billionaire and the Maid artwork The Billionaire and the Maid
S.E. Rose
Genre: Romantic Comedies
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: 14 Dec 2023
Publisher: S.E. Rose
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

A small-town maid who is trying to live her dream. A playboy billionaire who needs a fake girlfriend. And a holiday gala that is about to make things complicated. Ella Foster takes a job as a maid for a billionaire family. Her real goal – to finish her degree and start her own design firm. She hasn't had it easy after the death of her father. Unlike her stepsisters, Ella has had to work for everything. But she's determined to make her dreams come true. There's just one small hiccup…the priceless vase she broke while cleaning the house of the richest family in town. Chase Marino has never wanted for anything. While the world sees him as the playboy grandson of one of the most famous shoe designers in the world, he secretly wants to explore his own design dreams. He's working on a plan to do just that once he takes over the family's company. That is until his father gives him an ultimatum. Settle down and find a girlfriend or lose his birthright as CEO of the company. And to make matters worse, he has less than four weeks to do it. Chase gives Ella an offer she can't refuse – be his fake girlfriend for a month and he'll hide the fact that she destroyed his mother's favorite vase. Ella's determined to put up with the annoying Chase Marino so that her dreams aren't dashed, but she soon learns there's more to him than the tainted image she sees online. Could he be more prince charming than spoiled playboy? And can Chase keep himself from falling for the fairytale-loving woman who seems so familiar to him?

8. Death at the Drive-In - Angie Fox

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Angie Fox
Genre: Cozy Mysteries
Price: $9.99
Publish Date: 19 Mar 2024
Publisher: Moose Island Books
Seller: Angela Marie Fox

For ghost hunter Verity Long, 'helping out a friend' can mean anything from passing the peas to solving a homicide. This time, it involves digging into a cold case that's been on ice since poodle skirts twirled and Elvis's hips shook the nation. In 1956, Kitty Cunningham disappeared on the way to the Starlite Drive-In. Now the first real evidence of foul play is coming to light in the ghostly realm—and it links directly to a modern crime. Only a sleuth with one foot in the past can solve the mystery and make things right. Armed with her wits and flanked by a wise-cracking gangster ghost, Verity explores the hidden side of 1950s Sugarland—from the haunting echoes of the abandoned drive-in to the dusty secrets of a long-forgotten mob vault. As she stirs spirits and secrets alike, she finds some corners of Sugarland’s history are darker and more dangerous than she ever imagined. Can Verity bring the truth to light, or will she be the next one to suffer death at the drive-in?

9. A Court of Thorns and Roses - Sarah J. Maas

Sarah J. Maas - A Court of Thorns and Roses artwork A Court of Thorns and Roses
Enter the EPIC fantasy worlds of Sarah J Maas with the breath-taking first book in the GLOBALLY BESTSELLING ACOTAR series
Sarah J. Maas
Genre: Fantasy
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 05 May 2015
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Seller: Bookwire Gesellschaft zum Vertrieb digitaler Medien mbH

The first 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 is a huntress. And when she sees a deer in the forest being pursued by a wolf, she kills the predator and takes its prey to feed herself and her family. But the wolf was not what it seemed, and Feyre cannot predict the high price she will have to pay for its death... Dragged away from her family for the murder of a faerie, Feyre discovers that her captor, his face obscured by a jewelled mask, is hiding even more than his piercing green eyes suggest. As Feyre's feelings for Tamlin turn from hostility to passion, she learns that the faerie lands are a far more dangerous place than she realized. And Feyre must fight to break an ancient curse, or she will lose him forever. _________________________ Sarah J. Maas's books have sold millions of copies worldwide and have been translated into 38 languages. Discover the tantalising, sweeping romantic fantasy for yourself.

10. Winter's Child - Christine D. Shuck

Christine D. Shuck - Winter's Child artwork Winter's Child
Christine D. Shuck
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: 25 Apr 2022
Publisher: Christine D. Shuck
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

Nichole's whole life has been marked by loss - the loss of her parents, her stillborn daughter, and the chance of Nichole ever having a biological child of her own. Winter's Child is a gripping psychological thriller that will keep you turning pages late into the night. Fans of Gillian Flynn and Ruth Ware will be drawn into this dark tale exploring the complexities of motherhood, trauma, and the nature of evil. When Nichole and her husband Jhon adopt a young girl named Elizabeth, they believe their family is finally complete. But Elizabeth has a disturbing past, and soon Nichole realizes that something is very wrong with their seemingly perfect daughter. As Elizabeth's behavior grows more alarming, Nichole descends into a nightmare where she can't even trust her own mind. With its unrelenting tension and shocking twists, Winter's Child calls to mind bestsellers like The Woman in the Window and The Wife Between Us . Like Flynn's Gone Girl , this book will make you question everything you think you know about the characters. If you enjoyed the domestic suspense of B.A. Paris' Behind Closed Doors , strap in for a disturbing ride. Winter's Child is a must-read for anyone who loves losing themselves in a heart-pounding psychological suspense novel. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Shari Lapena, and Riley Sager, this book will grip you until the very last page.

11. One Day - David Nicholls

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Now a major Netflix series
David Nicholls
Genre: Fiction & Literature
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: 24 Aug 2011
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Seller: Hachette Australia Pty Ltd

'ONE DAY is destined to be a modern classic' - Daily Mirror Twenty years, two people, ONE DAY. The multi-million copy bestseller that captures the experiences of a generation. 'I can imagine you at forty,' she said, a hint of malice in her voice. 'I can picture it right now.' He smiled without opening his eyes. 'Go on then.' 15th July 1988. Emma and Dexter meet for the first time on the night of their graduation. Tomorrow they must go their separate ways. So where will they be on this one day next year? And the year after that? And every year that follows? Now a major motion picture starring Anne Hathaway and directed by Lone Scherfig.

12. Shield of Fire - Keri Arthur

Keri Arthur - Shield of Fire artwork Shield of Fire
Keri Arthur
Genre: Fantasy
Price: $6.99
Publish Date: 19 Mar 2024
Publisher: KA Publishing PTY LTD
Seller: Keri Arthur

A new relic hunt. A new evil… Resident Relic Hunter for Deva’s Fae Council is a title Bethany Aodhán never wanted, but it isn’t like she has a choice. And in truth, the appointment might just aid her quest to find her mother’s murderers—because at least one of those responsible is a member of the council, and getting access to their records could give her the connection and their identity. But before she can be given her first task or even start her behind-the-scenes hunt, a building belonging to Cynwrig Lùtair—the highborn dark elf who is not only her council liaison but lover—is set alight, and they barely escape with their lives. It quickly becomes clear that the cause of the fire was a relic belonging to the god of smiths and fire, capable of destroying anything made within a forge, old or new. And the man wielding it is an elf who stirs uneasy echoes of past darkness within Bethany. As the attacks intensify and draw ever closer to home, it’s increasingly evident that not only do the keys to finding the culprits lie in the past Bethany can’t remember, but he’s someone who knew her very well indeed. Someone who has no qualms about doing whatever it takes to get what he wants from her. Even if that means killing Lugh.

13. A Court of Wings and Ruin - Sarah J. Maas

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The third book in the GLOBALLY BESTSELLING, SENSATIONAL series
Sarah J. Maas
Genre: Fantasy
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 02 May 2017
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Seller: Bookwire Gesellschaft zum Vertrieb digitaler Medien mbH

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.

14. Shot Taker - Piper Lawson

Piper Lawson - Shot Taker artwork Shot Taker
Piper Lawson
Genre: Romance
Price: $5.99
Publish Date: 27 Jun 2023
Publisher: Piper Lawson Books
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

He leads the league in scoring. My heart won't give him another shot. I swore I'd never come back to Denver. I'd never trust the wrong man again. But here I am, back in the same place as the bad boy athlete who broke my heart. Clay rules the basketball court, and now he's gunning for redemption. But I'm not the same girl who fell for the man behind the all-star image and reputation. He made me want him like I've never wanted anyone. He made me feel like I was the only thing that mattered. A single look can make me ache. A whispered promise in his gruff voice makes my chest tight. Clay'll do anything to prove we're worth another shot. Shot Taker is a full-length grumpy sunshine sports romance and book 2 in the King of the Court series. Clay and Nova's story begins in Game Changer and concludes in Play Maker .

15. Death at Paradise Park - Ross Greenwood

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An addictive crime thriller from Ross Greenwood for 2024
Ross Greenwood
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $1.99
Publish Date: 06 Nov 2023
Publisher: Boldwood Books
Seller: Boldwood Books Ltd

The new instalment in the bestselling Norfolk Murders series! When Alfie Hook settles down to eat his fish and chips by the Hunstanton seaside he hasn’t anticipated it is going to be his last meal. DS Ashley Knight and her Major Investigation Team are called to investigate and when they discover who Alfie is married to, they realise this case is not going to be straightforward. A second body is found in gruesome circumstances at the nearby Paradise Caravan Park, but the team struggle to connect the two victims. Even after hours of interviews with the residents, and many questionable stories, to the police's frustration, all their alibis check out. What are they concealing? As the bodies mount up and the leads get ever more complicated, Ashley and her rookie partner Hector Fade finally join the dots. But then it’s a race against time to stop the killer striking again… Bestselling Ross Greenwood is back with an unputdownable seaside thriller, perfect for fans of Mark Billingham, Ian Rankin and Peter James. What readers are saying about DS Ashley Knight and Hector Fade: ‘On a par with Peter James. I thoroughly enjoyed Book 1 of this series. It was fast paced and well written with a good storyline.’ ‘An absolute corker of a story, with many characters who will remain firmly in my mind for a long time. Loved it, didn’t guess the end, and can’t wait for book two. A massive five stars from me.’ ‘I love this author’s work so the thought of a new series got me a tad excited. And I was right to be. Our new main characters are Ashley & Hector, & what a fabulous pair they are… A brilliant start to the series & if you haven’t read this author before, this is a great place to start. A fast paced police procedural with plenty of shocks. Fantastic.’ ‘I LOVED this book and read way into the early hours to finish it! I was enthralled by the plot, finding the final pieces to the jigsaw of a complicated crime, linked to an event 30 years before… I felt like I really got to know DS Ashley Knight and her new partner, Hector Fade, who is on the Police graduate scheme.’ ‘Keeps you guessing until the very end! Excellent new series from the author of DI Barton books. Does not disappoint.’ ‘I very much enjoyed meeting Ashley Knight for the first time. This is great start to a new series and I am definitely looking forward to more.’

16. The Teacher - Tim Sullivan

Tim Sullivan - The Teacher artwork The Teacher
A brand new case full of twists for the unforgettable must-read detective in 2024
Tim Sullivan
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $1.99
Publish Date: 18 Jan 2024
Publisher: Head of Zeus -- an Aries Book
Seller: Bookwire Gesellschaft zum Vertrieb digitaler Medien mbH

'Every generation has its iconic detective - Holmes, Poirot and Morse - but Cross is emerging as the one for now. Treasure him.' DAILY MAIL 'DS George Cross shot to the top of my favourites when I first encountered him. The Teacher shows him at his best.' MARI HANNAH 'George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.' ELLY GRIFFITHS He's a victim. But is he innocent? THE BODY In a village in South West England, an elderly man is found dead in his home. The angle of his neck says he fell down the stairs. The stab wound on his body tells a different story. THE EVIDENCE In the weeks before his murder, Alistair Moreton changed. He usually kept himself to himself, but people swear there was someone in the house when they checked on him, that there was a reason he wouldn't let them inside. THE PUNISHMENT Moreton made people's lives a misery, from his neighbours to his ex-pupils. While DS George Cross's list of suspects is long, every victim deserves justice. But in all of Alistair's years, there was something important he never learned: If you go through life making enemies, don't be surprised when they teach you a lesson. Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Peter James and Joy Ellis, The Teacher is part of the DS George Cross thriller series, which can be read in any order. ALSO IN THE DS CROSS THRILLER SERIES #1 THE DENTIST #2 THE CYCLIST #3 THE PATIENT #4 THE POLITICIAN #5 THE MONK #6 THE TEACHER #7 COMING SOON... CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIES THE LOST BOYS THE EX-WIFE 'Starts with a bang and then continues to deliver all the way to the thrilling end.' IMRAN MAHMOOD 'George Cross is in a class of his own.' SIMON TOYNE 'A must-read series.' THE TIMES 'George Cross is a superb creation... The Teacher also offers an insightful examination of whether guilt for past deeds has a half-life.' DOM NOLAN 'George Cross is a highly readable creation whose adherence to the rules throws a bright light on the often murky world of policing.' SARAH HILARY Why readers love George Cross . . . 'The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery' The Times 'I am insanely in love with George Cross.' Stephen Fry 'A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum' Woman

17. Dune - Frank Herbert

Frank Herbert - Dune artwork Dune
The First Dune Novel
Frank Herbert
Genre: Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Price: $11.99
Publish Date: 30 Dec 2010
Publisher: Orion
Seller: Hachette Australia Pty Ltd

The Duke of Atreides has been manoeuvred by his arch-enemy, Baron Harkonnen, into administering the desert planet of Dune. Although it is almost completely without water, Dune is a planet of fabulous wealth, for it is the only source of a drug prized throughout the Galactic Empire. The Duke and his son, Paul, are expecting treachery, and it duly comes - but from a shockingly unexpected place. Then Paul succeeds his father, and he becomes a catalyst for the native people of Dune, whose knowledge of the ecology of the planet gives them vast power. They have been waiting for a leader like Paul Atreides, a leader who can harness that force ... DUNE: one of the most brilliant science fiction novels ever written, as engrossing and heart-rending today as it was when it was first published half a century ago. Joint winner of the HUGO AWARD for best novel, 1966 Winner of the NEBULA AWARD for best novel, 1965

18. Once Upon a Wedding Boxed Set (Books 1-4) - Kelly McClymer

Kelly McClymer - Once Upon a Wedding Boxed Set (Books 1-4) artwork Once Upon a Wedding Boxed Set (Books 1-4)
Kelly McClymer
Genre: Historical Romance
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: 19 Apr 2012
Publisher: Kelly McClymer Books
Seller: Kelly McClymer

Once Upon A Wedding Boxed Set (Bks 1-4) Set against the glittering backdrop of Victorian high society, four romantic tales featuring the unconventional Fensters by acclaimed romance author Kelly McClymer… The Fairy Tale Bride A disastrous London season convinces Miranda Fenster that happily ever after is for other people. But when an attempt to help her star-crossed brother goes awry, she finds herself married to the Duke of Kerstone. Can the hopeless romantic Miranda prove to her impeccably proper husband that fairy tales really do come true? The Star-Crossed Bride Ever a gentleman, Viscount Valentine Fenster steps aside when the woman he loves, Lady Emily Wertherly chooses another man. When he discovers Emily's fiance is a fortune-hunting murderer, Valentine tosses caution—and decorum—to the wind to save her. But he’ll have to move fast since the headstrong and highly-imaginative Emily is intent on saving herself… The Unintended Bride Shy Hero Fenster loves two things—books and Arthur Watterly. But Arthur, the heir to a dukedom and pledged to another since birth, is the one thing she can never have—that is until the quest for a rare Arthurian manuscript and a night of passion in a bookshop change everything. & The Infamous Bride Notorious flirt Juliet Fenster enjoys the delights of the London season far too much to consider settling down—particularly with a stuffy American like Romeo “RJ” Hopkins. But when the unlikely pair are cast in an amateur production of Romeo and Juliet, they find themselves doing far more than “playing” at love…

19. Welcome To The Cornish Country Hospital - Jo Bartlett

Jo Bartlett - Welcome To The Cornish Country Hospital artwork Welcome To The Cornish Country Hospital
The start of a BRAND NEW emotional series from the bestselling author of The Cornish Midwife, Jo Bartlett for 2024
Jo Bartlett
Genre: Family Fiction & Literature
Price: $1.99
Publish Date: 22 Nov 2023
Publisher: Boldwood Books
Seller: Boldwood Books Ltd

Perfect for fans of Grey's Anatomy, a brand new series from bestselling author Jo Bartlett… Welcome to The Cornish Country Hospital! A new start… When Danni Carter moves to Cornwall from London, she hopes it will be the fresh start she so desperately needs. She’s nervous, but hopefully the change of scene will help her to finally forget her feelings for Lucas Newman, a man she can never be with, because he’s already engaged to Danni’s best friend, Esther. An Impossible Dilemma… But when Lucas and Esther decide to follow Danni to Cornwall, and both announce they will be working with her at the new St Piran’s hospital, Danni is thrown into turmoil again. She can’t lose Esther, but being near Lucas is getting harder to deal with. Will she have to give up her new life before it’s even started? A chance to start again? Throwing herself into work, Danni finds herself drawn to new patient, Connie Berrycloth, a woman Danni knows has dark secrets of her own. Secrets that are about to be revealed…. As the two women form a friendship, Danni begins to realise that letting go of her dreams might be the only way of holding on to the people she loves. Praise for Jo Bartlett: 'Stunning setting, wonderful characters, and oozing with warmth. A triumph from Jo Bartlett.' Jessica Redland 'Perfectly written and set in the beating heart of a community, this story is a wonderful slice of Cornish escapism.' Helen J Rolfe 'I was drawn in from the first word, I’ve laughed and cried, what a really lovely story' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review 'I would highly recommend this book for a bit of fantastic escapism and love conquering all.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review 'A heart warming tale which I enjoyed reading very much.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

20. Death Under a Little Sky - Stig Abell

Stig Abell - Death Under a Little Sky artwork Death Under a Little Sky
Stig Abell
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $3.99
Publish Date: 13 Apr 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

The stunningly written, evocative new debut crime thriller you won’t want to miss! A detective ready for a new life Jake Jackson, high-flying ex-city detective, inherits a rural retreat from his reclusive uncle. It’s the perfect chance to start anew. A death that disrupts everything But then the local annual treasure hunt spirals into terror when a young woman’s bones are discovered. Suddenly, Jake is back to being a detective, as he tries to unearth a dangerous killer in this most unlikely of settings. Praise for Death Under a Little Sky ‘Tense but patient, fast but thoughtful, and twisty but substantial – this is a truly excellent debut, and I want the next installment now’ Lee Child ‘I LOVED this. I found it totally immersive, and couldn’t wait to squeeze some time from my day to return to it. The writing is very classy and the conclusion came as a surprise, which is always a treat’ Ann Cleeves ‘Gloriously atmospheric and masterfully plotted with such a strong sense of place, this is a huge treat for crime fiction lovers. I can’t wait for the next instalment!’ Lucy Foley ‘Stylish…a more than promising debut’ The Times ‘Stylishly written by a skilled wordsmith, and an absorbing tale’ Sun ‘A vivid, atmospheric debut’ Daily Mail ‘A cosy crime read with an appealing protagonist’ Guardian Reviews ‘Tense but patient, fast but thoughtful, and twisty but substantial – this is a truly excellent debut, and I want the next installment now’ Lee Child ‘I LOVED this. I found it totally immersive, and couldn’t wait to squeeze some time from my day to return to it. The writing is very classy and the conclusion came as a surprise, which is always a treat’ Ann Cleeves ‘Gloriously atmospheric and masterfully plotted with such a strong sense of place, this is a huge treat for crime fiction lovers. I can’t wait for the next instalment!’ Lucy Foley ‘Stylish…a more than promising debut’ The Times ‘Stylishly written by a skilled wordsmith, and an absorbing tale’ Sun ‘A vivid, atmospheric debut’ Daily Mail ‘A cosy crime read with an appealing protagonist’ Guardian ‘A pitch-perfect blend of psychological thriller and classic detective fiction, rich with smart plotting and characters so real we feel we know them’ Jeffery Deaver ‘Brilliant, gripping, fantastic … I can’t put it down’ Chris Evans ‘An atmospheric, often meditative, and beautifully written crime novel’ Vaseem Khan ‘An outstanding debut’ Jeffrey Archer ‘With his awkward but likeable hero, a compelling relationship between Jake and Livia, and the skillfully realized setting, Abell’s new career in crime fiction is off to a promising start’ Daily Mirror ‘A joyful dive into the detective genre…I was charmed and engrossed’ Observer ‘A tense and twisty crime thriller’ iPaper ‘A deep, searching novel, as preoccupied with human nature and ordinary evil as it is with detection’ A. J. Finn, author The Woman in the Window ‘A brilliant debut. Perfect to get lost with next to the fireside’ Dermot O’Leary ‘A truly clever, deeply unsettling and beautifully written mystery’ Chris Whitaker, author of We Begin at the End ‘Mesmerizing prose…and a devilishly constructed plot’ PW starred review

21. The Simple Dinner Edit - Nicole Maguire

Nicole Maguire - The Simple Dinner Edit artwork The Simple Dinner Edit
Simplify your cooking with 80+ fast, low-cost dinner ideas
Nicole Maguire
Genre: Food & Drink
Price: $14.99
Publish Date: 27 Feb 2024
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Seller: Macmillan Publishers Australia and Pan Macmillan Australia

More than half a million Australian home cooks already love Nicole Maguire's delicious, simple dinner ideas. Her much-anticipated debut cookbook is a mantra in keeping it simple, with more than 80 mouth-watering, low-cost dinners for people watching their weekly food cost. Nic's speedy weeknight lifesavers include one-pan peanut chicken, cheat's laksa and speedy san choy bao. Family favourites using everyday ingredients include butter chicken, classic smash burgers and Greek chicken and rice; and make dinner fun again with fish tacos, spring rolls and beef quesadillas that will keep everyone happy. With brilliant tips on how to freeze or turn leftovers into another meal, Nicole makes planning and streamlining your weekly meal-planning, shop, and your nightly dinners, a breeze. This is a specially formatted fixed-layout ebook that retains the look and feel of the print book.

22. Hopeless - Colleen Hoover

Colleen Hoover - Hopeless artwork Hopeless
Colleen Hoover
Genre: Romance
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: 09 Jul 2013
Publisher: Simon & Schuster UK
Seller: Simon and Schuster Australia Pty Ltd.

From the #1  New York Times  bestselling author of  It Ends With Us  comes the beginning of Sky and Dean’s passionate love story – where well-kept secrets threaten to open wounds of a dark past. Would you rather know a truth that makes you feel hopeless, or keep believing the lies? Beloved and bestselling author Colleen Hoover returns with the spellbinding story of two young people with devastating pasts who embark on a passionate, intriguing journey to discover the lessons of life, love, trust – and above all, the healing power that only truth can bring. Sky, a senior in high school, meets Dean Holder, a guy with a promiscuous reputation that rivals her own. From their very first encounter, he terrifies and captivates her. Something about him sparks memories of her deeply troubled past, a time she’s tried so hard to bury. Though Sky is determined to stay far away from him, his unwavering pursuit and enigmatic smile break down her defenses and the intensity of the bond between them grows. But the mysterious Holder has been keeping secrets of his own, and once they are revealed, Sky is changed forever and her ability to trust may be a casualty of the truth. Only by courageously facing the stark revelations can Sky and Holder hope to heal their emotional scars and find a way to live and love without boundaries.  Hopeless  is a novel that will leave you breathless, entranced, and remembering your own first love.

23. Fourth Wing - Rebecca Yarros

Rebecca Yarros - Fourth Wing artwork Fourth Wing
DISCOVER THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES AND NUMBER ONE GLOBAL BESTSELLING PHENOMENON!*
Rebecca Yarros
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 02 May 2023
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
Seller: Hachette Australia Pty Ltd

Don't miss out on 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 with Rebecca Yarros's Fourth Wing, but we very much are - and we're not alone . . .' - Sunday Times Style 'I couldn't put it down!' - Millie Bobby Brown 'The new publishing sensation' - Daily Mail 'This book contains an addictive, drug like essence that will make you relinquish all responsibility until the very last word. Do not say I didn't warn you' - 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? '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 *Rebecca Yarros's Fourth Wing was a New York Times bestseller and Sunday Times bestseller in hardback in the second week of May 2023 and a number one Sunday Times bestseller in the third week of July 2023.

24. Play Maker - Piper Lawson

Piper Lawson - Play Maker artwork Play Maker
Piper Lawson
Genre: Romance
Price: $5.99
Publish Date: 29 Aug 2023
Publisher: Piper Lawson Books
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

I chose a championship over love.  When Nova smashed her way into my hardened heart, she showed me there's more to life than basketball.  She taught me patience and forgiveness. With her help, my Kodiak teammates became brothers instead of rivals. For the first time, I cared about more than a game. But one mistake sent me crashing from all-star to rock bottom. Broken inside and out, there's no one to blame but myself.  I won't let the people I love suffer for my mistakes, on or off the court. I'll win back the brothers who trusted me, the city that backed me, and the woman I don't want to live without. Unless I'm too late. I have one last shot. One last chance.  Countdown's on, and I'm playing for keeps. Play Maker is the third and final book in the King of the Court series. Clay and Nova's steamy, addictive grumpy sunshine sports romance begins in Game Changer and continues in Shot Taker.

25. The Opal Miner's Daughter - Fiona McArthur

Fiona McArthur - The Opal Miner's Daughter artwork The Opal Miner's Daughter
Fiona McArthur
Genre: Romance
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: 30 Aug 2022
Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia
Seller: Penguin Random House Australia Pty Ltd

‘A heart-warming story set in the rugged outback about finding out who you really want to be.’ Annie Seaton CITY TO OUTBACK Obstetrician Riley Brand leaves the city behind to go in search of her mother, who’s taken leave from her marriage to pursue a passion for opal mining in the dry back blocks of an old mining town. Accepting a short-term posting as a fertility expert in Lightning Ridge, Riley plans to assist women pursue their baby dreams in remote and regional areas, while at the same time helping to rekindle her parents’ love for each other. UNEXPECTED ENCOUNTERS The small dusty community is a far cry from her polite medical practice on the North Shore of Sydney, but the down-to-earth locals soon welcome her into the fold with their Friday night social gatherings. But no one is more welcoming than enigmatic doctor Konrad Grey, the GP who’s working alongside her. NEW BEGINNINGS, NEW LOVES When an employee of their medical practice confesses she’s hiding an unexpected pregnancy, Konrad and Riley are thrown together in challenging and wonderful ways. A moving and heartwarming story about new life and new loves, about the treasures to be found above and beneath the surface of a small country town, and about the important choices women must make in life. _______________________________ PRAISE FOR FIONA MCARTHUR 'Reading Fiona McArthur is like wrapping yourself in a warm blanket and sitting under the stars.' RACHAEL JOHNS 'McArthur...has great skill in storytelling.' SYDNEY MORNING HERALD 'I never miss one of Fiona McArthur's books.' SAM STILL READING 'Whenever I feel like journeying to the ochre and brown glory of the outback with its special brand of people, I know Fiona McArthur will take me there ...' BOOK MUSTER DOWN UNDER

26. Body of Lies - Sarah Bailey

Sarah Bailey - Body of Lies artwork Body of Lies
Sarah Bailey
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $12.99
Publish Date: 27 Feb 2024
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Seller: Allen & Unwin Pty Limited

DS Gemma Woodstock returns to Smithson in a mysterious new thriller from the bestselling author of The Housemate . 'Sarah Bailey just gets better and better. Body of Lies is nuanced, compelling and so very entertaining.' Chris Hammer, author of Scrublands and The Seven 'Bailey blasts through more twists in the first fifty pages of Body of Lies than some writers manage in a whole book.' Jack Heath, author of Kill Your Brother 'With Body of Lies , Sarah Bailey proves she is the master of the relatable protagonist and the queen of dramatic tension. I defy readers to put down this book once they start.' Hayley Scrivenor, author of Dirt Town A car crash victim clings to life and is rushed to hospital but can't be saved. Hours later, her corpse is stolen from the morgue. No one knows who the dead woman was or why her body was taken. Detective Sergeant Gemma Woodstock is back in her hometown of Smithson on maternity leave when the bizarre incident occurs. She is intrigued by the case but reluctant to get involved, despite the urging of her journalist friend Candy Fyfe. But in the days after the body goes missing, the town is rocked by another shocking crime and Gemma can't resist joining the investigation. Candy and Gemma follow the clues the dead woman left behind. As they attempt to discover the identity of the missing woman, Gemma uncovers devastating secrets about the people she thought she knew best. The closer Gemma gets to the truth, the more danger she is in. She desperately needs to confide in someone—but is there anyone she can trust? A gripping, white-knuckle thriller from the bestselling author of The Dark Lake and The Housemate . Praise for Sarah Bailey: 'An exceptional and powerful novel from an outstanding author…takes the reader on an intense and thrilling psychological journey. A highly recommended read.' – Canberra Weekly on The Housemate ' The Dark Lake adds to the trend of haunting, rural Australian crime fiction, and provides a welcome addition to the genre for those left bereft after finishing Jane Harper's The Dry .' – Books + Publishing 'Melbourne's wintry streets come alive on the pages, keeping the dramatic tension high…Bailey's writing has grown stronger and more assured in this novel.' – Good Reading on Into the Night 'Next level crime fiction…Gritty, realistic, atmospheric and chilling. An absolute cracker of a read that I can't even begin to recommend highly enough.' – Theresa Smith Writes on Where the Dead Go 'An addictive and thoroughly entertaining read.' – The Weekly Review on The Dark Lake 'Bailey crafts a provocative and thought-provoking thriller, accurately portraying the dance between police and media, with plenty of red herrings to keep readers enthralled to the last page.' – The Courier-Mail on The Housemate

27. The Austrian Bride - Helen Parusel

Helen Parusel - The Austrian Bride artwork The Austrian Bride
The BRAND NEW heartbreaking WWII novel from Helen Parusel for 2024
Helen Parusel
Genre: Historical Fiction
Price: $1.99
Publish Date: 15 Jan 2024
Publisher: Boldwood Books
Seller: Boldwood Books Ltd

A powerful and unforgettable story of the strength of women and the unwavering courage of those who seek a better world. Austria, 1938 After years of hardship, Ella is full of hope for a better future for Austrians, and when Hitler marches into Linz, she can’t help but become swept up in the euphoria of her boyfriend, Max. But she soon realises her mistake. When she witnesses a woman being shot in the street and a childhood friend’s Jewish department store is closed down, she knows she must do something. It’s a dangerous time to be a resistor, especially when her fascist boyfriend proposes to her. Knowing the secrets she can uncover, Ella enlists in a Reich Bride School, finding herself propelled into the social elite of the Nazi circle. Ella knows she has a duty – to her family, her friends, and her country – so while Europe teeters on the brink of WW2, a desperate race begins to save the people she loves. But betraying the Nazis could be her death sentence… Fans of Suzanne Goldring, Mandy Robotham and Debbie Rix will devour this heartbreaking tale. 'Pacy, twisty and emotional... a beautiful page-turner ... I highly recommended it.' Amanda Geard, author of The Midnight House ‘This novel is a true page turner, as well as being a heart-wrenching, emotional story of one of the darkest chapters of history ...first class research and captivating story-telling!' Louise Fein, author of People Like Us 'I adored The Austrian Bride ... The story is poignant and compelling - and what an ending: wow! ... A brilliant story with a powerful message. I wholeheartedly recommend it.' Gill Thompson, author of The Child on Platform One '...an amazing, edge of your seat, nail bitting, heart racing read.' netgalley reviewer 'Wow, what a powerful book ... absolutely heartbreaking but also beautiful at points.' netgalley reviewer 'The Austrian Bride is a heart warming story... of family, trust, love, loss, courage, friendship and above all bravery to do the right thing.' netgalley reviewer 'a heart-breaking but, oh, so wonderfully powerful and important read.' netgalley reviewer

28. Man Candy - Vanessa Vale

Vanessa Vale - Man Candy artwork Man Candy
Vanessa Vale
Genre: Romance
Price: $6.99
Publish Date: 07 Mar 2023
Publisher: Bridger Media
Seller: Bridger Media

From USA Today best-selling author Vanessa Vale, a small-town billionaire romance with a hot-as-puck hockey hero and a wannabe romance writer. I’m looking for Mr. Right. Date after blind date, they’re all duds. None of them meet the requirements on my Man List. Until Dex James. My brain? It says he’s all kinds of wrong. He’s young. In town on vacation. A lazy billionaire. He’d only be a fling. A muse for the spicy book I’m writing. Nothing more. My body? It’s telling me to jump that big piece of man candy. Check off guy-given O’s from the list with Mr. Right Now. Which is right? Maybe neither. Maybe my heart has to decide because it turns out Dex is so much more than I ever imagined. Maybe Mr. Right Now could be Mr. Right after all. Find out who wins in this steamy small town, reverse age gap game of love. With all the books in the On A Manhunt series, it’s open season on men.

29. Lola in the Mirror - Trent Dalton

Trent Dalton - Lola in the Mirror artwork Lola in the Mirror
The heartbreaking and inspiring new novel from the award-winning author of Australia's favourite bestsellers Boy Swallows Universe, Love Stories and All Our Shimmering Skies
Trent Dalton
Genre: Fiction & Literature
Price: $9.99
Publish Date: 01 Oct 2023
Publisher: 4th Estate
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

Bighearted, gritty, magical and moving, Lola in the Mirror is the irresistible new novel from international bestselling author of Boy Swallows Universe and All Our Shimmering Skies, Trent Dalton. SHORTLISTED FOR 2023 DYMOCKS BOOK OF THE YEAR SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2024 INDIE BOOK AWARDS 'Unpredictable, fantastic ... It takes a charged narrative, like Dickens achieves, and as Dalton does too, to reach the heart and the brain - writing that is able to carry both stories, the individual and the political/personal ... To tell you more would spoil this complicated and surprising story. You should read it.' Sydney Morning Herald 'Mirror, mirror, on the grass, what's my future? What's my past?' A girl and her mother have been on the run for sixteen years, from police and the monster they left in their kitchen with a knife in his throat. They've found themselves a home inside a van with four flat tyres parked in a scrapyard by the edge of the Brisbane River. The girl has no name because names are dangerous when you're on the run. But the girl has a dream. A vision of a life as an artist of international acclaim. A life outside the grip of the Brisbane underworld drug queen 'Lady' Flora Box. A life of love with the boy who's waiting for her on the bridge that stretches across a flooding, deadly river. A life beyond the bullet that has her name on it. And now that the storm clouds are rising, there's only one person who can help make her dreams come true. That person is Lola and she carries all the answers. But to find Lola, the girl with no name must first do one of the hardest things we can ever do. She must look in the mirror. From international bestselling author Trent Dalton, Lola in the Mirror is a big, moving, blackly funny, violent, heartbreaking and beautiful novel of love, fate, life and death and all the things we see when we look in the mirror: all our past, all our present, and all our possible futures. 'Trent Dalton's third novel reminds me of the 1980s advertising slogan for the author's home state of Queensland: Beautiful one day, perfect the next ... Lola in the Mirror is a bold, big-hearted, hopeful, humorous, dark, reflective, truthful, superbly written novel that confirms Dalton's place in all the shimmering skies (to borrow the title of his second novel) of Australian literature. He is not a rising star but a star full stop.' The Australian 'Wonderful ... An original, heart-thumping novel ... you are right there with the protagonists, feeling and believing every word and every raindrop. It is the type of novel you read filled with pure hope and sorrow for the characters. You want to believe that everything is going to work out just fine, and that there will be dancing, and art, and delight. You won't know until the end, and by that time you, too, are running through the streets, turning the pages, and trusting that love wins.' Readings 'Dalton holds a mirror up to the darkest corners of this Australian life and reveals every bit of beauty, magic and calamity it has to offer.' Booktopia

30. House of Flame and Shadow - Sarah J. Maas

Sarah J. Maas - House of Flame and Shadow artwork House of Flame and Shadow
The INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER and the SMOULDERING third instalment in the Crescent City series
Sarah J. Maas
Genre: Fantasy
Price: $19.99
Publish Date: 30 Jan 2024
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Seller: Bookwire Gesellschaft zum Vertrieb digitaler Medien mbH

The third book in the EPIC Crescent City series 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 ****** A WORLD IN DARKNESS. A BURNING SPARK. A BLAZE OF STARS. Bryce Quinlan is stranded in a strange new world. She's going to need all her wits about her to get home again and return to everything she loves. But that's no easy feat when she has no idea who to trust. Meanwhile, Hunt Athalar is back in the Asteri's dungeons. Stripped of his freedom and the happiness he'd fought so hard for, he's without a clue as to Bryce's fate. Hunt is desperate to help his mate, but until he can escape the Asteri's chains, his hands are quite literally tied. In this breathtaking sequel to the #1 bestsellers House of Earth and Blood and House of Sky and Breath, Midgard is brought to the brink of collapse, and the fate of the world rests on the hope of rebellion. But the fight for survival, freedom, and love may cost everything Bryce and Hunt have. House of Flame and Shadow was ranked #1 in UK TCM charts week ending 6/2/2024

31. Death Comes to Marlow - Robert Thorogood

Robert Thorogood - Death Comes to Marlow artwork Death Comes to Marlow
Robert Thorogood
Genre: Cozy Mysteries
Price: $6.99
Publish Date: 05 Jan 2023
Publisher: HQ
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES: The Marlow Murder Club will air on 6th and 7th March at 8pm on Drama and UKTV Play ‘I was hooked from the first page, wonderful’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Brilliant, brilliant book . . . this was one of the best books I’ve read in a long time’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Entertaining, engaging and thoroughly enjoyable . . Wonderful escapism’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Never a dull moment, lots of red herrings, plenty of humour and a plot worthy of Agatha!!!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ * * * It’s been an enjoyable and murder-free time for Judith, Suzie and Becks – AKA the Marlow Murder Club – since the events of last year. The most exciting thing on the horizon is the upcoming wedding of Marlow grandee, Sir Peter Bailey, to his nurse, Jenny Page. Sir Peter is having a party at his grand mansion on the river Thames the day before the wedding, and Judith and Co. are looking forward to a bit of free champagne. But during the soiree, there’s a crash from inside the house, and when the Marlow Murder Club rush to investigate, they are shocked to find the groom-to-be crushed to death in his study. The study was locked from the inside, so the police don’t consider the death suspicious. But Judith disagrees. As far as she's concerned, Peter was murdered! And it’s up to the Marlow Murder Club to find the killer before he or she strikes again… * * * ‘I love Robert Thorogood’s writing’ Peter James ‘Lots of laughs, a quick pace and an easy read to escape into’ Glamour ‘A perfect locked room mystery’ My Weekly ‘Cosy crime at its best’ Crime Monthly ‘Satisfying locked-room mystery’ Saga ‘Cleverly plotted and laugh-out-loud funny’ Yours magazine ‘The perfect cosy crime to curl up with’ Heat About the author Robert Thorogood is the creator of the hit BBC One TV series Death in Paradise, and he has written a series of spin-off novels featuring DI Richard Poole. He was born in Colchester, Essex. When he was ten years old, he read his first proper novel – Agatha Christie’s Peril at End House – and he’s been in love with the genre ever since. He now lives in Marlow in Buckinghamshire with his wife, children and two whippets called Wally and Evie. Follow him on Twitter @robthor

32. Shogun - James Clavell

James Clavell - Shogun artwork Shogun
The First Novel of the Asian saga and NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES
James Clavell
Genre: Historical Fiction
Price: $12.99
Publish Date: 20 Jun 2013
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Seller: Hachette Australia Pty Ltd

NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES 'Clavell never puts a foot wrong . . . Get it, read it, you'll enjoy it mightily' DAILY MIRROR This is James Clavell's tour-de-force; an epic saga of one Pilot-Major John Blackthorne, and his integration into the struggles and strife of feudal Japan. Both entertaining and incisive, SHOGUN is a stunningly dramatic re-creation of a very different world. Starting with his shipwreck on this most alien of shores, the novel charts Blackthorne's rise from the status of reviled foreigner up to the hights of trusted advisor and eventually, Samurai. All as civil war looms over the fragile country. 'I can't remember when a novel has seized my mind like this one. It's irresistable, maybe unforgettable. Clavell creates a world so enveloping you forget who and where you are' NEW YORK TIMES

33. Dead of Spring - Samantha Wilde

Samantha Wilde - Dead of Spring artwork Dead of Spring
Samantha Wilde
Genre: Romantic Suspense
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: 07 Jun 2022
Publisher: Samantha Wilde
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

When Quin Levington shows up at her door, Josie Ryan is fuming. It's the one-year anniversary of Liam's death: her boyfriend and Quin's best friend. And it's been eight months since Quin fell off the face of the earth—when she needed him most. Despite the anger simmering inside her, part of her is relieved to see his warm hazel eyes. But he comes bearing news. Quin believes Liam's death wasn't an accident, and when Josie is attacked, it becomes shockingly clear that a killer is among them. Quin has always been in love with Josie, but he'd never cross the line with his best friend's girl. He knows someone tampered with the harness that should have prevented his friend's fall, and since Liam's death someone has been trying to chase him away. After being framed for starting a bar fire, Quin was forced into hiding—and away from Josie. He and Josie quickly realize that the killer won't let up until Josie is dead. Quin will do everything in his power to protect her. He owes it to his friend . . . and himself. But the closer he gets to Josie, the harder it is to keep his hands off her. Her haunting eyes are full of anguish and grief, but when her lips touch his, he knows he can never let her go. Not again. Together, they must bring the killer to justice and avenge Liam's death, once and for all.

34. Still See You Everywhere - Lisa Gardner

Lisa Gardner - Still See You Everywhere artwork Still See You Everywhere
the brand new gripping crime thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author
Lisa Gardner
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $15.99
Publish Date: 12 Mar 2024
Publisher: Cornerstone
Seller: The Random House Group Limited

A remote tropical island. Countless dangerous secrets. No way to call help. ‘A master of the thriller genre’ David Baldacci ‘Full-on action’ Sunday Times ‘The very definition of the word "unputdownable"' Tess Gerritsen ‘ Masterful. Not to be missed’ Karin Slaughter ‘ This thriller has enough twists and turns to make you dizzy. If you haven’t read Frankie Elkin yet, start now!’ Lisa Scottoline ____________ Missing persons specialist Frankie Elkin is on an isolated island off the coast of Hawaii. Her mission: to find Lani, the missing sister of a Death Row serial killer known as the Beautiful Butcher who is awaiting execution in just three weeks’ time. According to the Beautiful Butcher’s sources, Lani is being held captive by her millionaire ex-boyfriend on the island. The only way to gain access is for Frankie to go undercover. But can Frankie really trust the word of a serial killer? Plus, this island is no paradise with deadly creatures and suspicious co-workers at every turn, and an incoming tropical storm about to cut her off from the outside world. Could this be Frankie Elkin’s most dangerous case yet? ____________ Readers can't get enough of Still See You Everywhere . . . ***** ' I couldn't award less than five stars to another Frankie Elkin book!' ***** 'Fast-paced, extremely well-written (with vivid detail of the fascinating isolated island) and incredibly entertaining ' ***** 'What a rollercoaster! I read this whole book today because once I started I didn’t want to stop!' ***** ' First novel in some months that had me from the first chapter.' ***** ' Lisa Gardner never lets me down. I needed a fast-paced mystery/thriller that kept me guessing and this one delivered.' ____________ More love for Still See Your Everywhere . . . ' This book is a rocket. It had me upside down and inside out ’ Gregg Hurwitz ‘With a danger-filled setting, a diverse cast of characters and more twists than a tropical tornado, this is one highly enjoyable thrill ride!’ Heat Magazine ' Taken meets Glass Onion in this terrific novel, and holy cow, the ending! ' Jeff Ayers, First Clue Reviews 'A wild and crazy, action-packed ride.' Mystery & Suspense Mag ‘Gardner skillfully weaves threats into this pitch-perfect variation of the locked-room mystery ... Frankie Elkin series gets more magnetizing with each installment.’ Booklist

35. Force of Nature - Jane Harper

Jane Harper - Force of Nature artwork Force of Nature
Jane Harper
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: 26 Sep 2017
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Seller: Macmillan Publishers Australia and Pan Macmillan Australia

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING ERIC BANA, FORCE OF NATURE: THE DRY 2 IS EXCLUSIVE TO CINEMAS FEBRUARY 8TH From the international bestselling author of The Dry and new novel Exiles . Lost, Cold, Desperate ... Danger Runs Deep Five women reluctantly pick up their backpacks and start walking along the muddy track. Only four come out the other side. The hike through the rugged Giralang Ranges is meant to take the office colleagues out of their air-conditioned comfort zone and teach resilience and team building. At least that is what the corporate retreat website advertises. Federal Police Agent Aaron Falk has a particularly keen interest in the whereabouts of the missing bushwalker. Alice Russell is the whistleblower in his latest case - and Alice knew secrets. About the company she worked for and the people she worked with. Far from the hike encouraging teamwork, the women tell Falk a tale of suspicion, violence and disintegrating trust. And as he delves into the disappearance, it seems some dangers may run far deeper than anyone knew. WINNER OF THE READERS' CHOICE DAVITT AWARD 2018 SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2018 SPECSAVERS (UK) NATIONAL BOOK AWARDS INTERNATIONAL AUTHOR OF THE YEAR PRAISE FOR FORCE OF NATURE " Force of Nature bristles with wit; it crackles with suspense; it radiates atmosphere. An astonishing book from an astonishing writer" A.J. Finn, author of The Woman in the Window "I loved The Dry. Force of Nature is even better. Brilliantly paced, it wrong-foots the reader like a rocky trail through the bush" Susie Steiner, author of Missing, Presumed and Persons Unknown " Lord of the Flies in the Australian outback, with grown women in place of school boys. I loved every chilling moment of it. A blistering follow-up to The Dry from one of the best new voices in crime fiction" Sarah Hilary, author the DI Marnie Rome series "...once again Harper manages to touch on something mythic in the Australian experience of the land" The Age "The narrative is finely constructed, with perfectly measured pace and suspense. So much so that it reminded me of another master of form, Liane Moriarty. As with Moriarty, Harper has that rare touch that manages to cross the genre divide and appeal more widely to general readers" The Saturday Paper "Harper's mastery of pace makes Force Of Nature one of 2017's best thrillers" Elle Magazine "Gripping thriller will have readers hooked" The Sunday Telegraph " Force of Nature proves Jane Harper, author of The Dry , is no one-hit wonder. Its premise is instantly gripping" The Herald Sun

36. Has Anyone Seen Charlotte Salter? - Nicci French

Nicci French - Has Anyone Seen Charlotte Salter? artwork Has Anyone Seen Charlotte Salter?
The 'unputdownable' [Erin Kelly] new thriller from the bestselling author of psychological suspense
Nicci French
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $12.99
Publish Date: 29 Feb 2024
Publisher: Simon & Schuster UK
Seller: Simon and Schuster Australia Pty Ltd.

'One of their very best. Compelling, moving and beautifully written . . .  an absolute winner'  Observer ‘Classic Nicci French: an unputdownable missing-persons thriller that’s also a searing examination of family, memory and grief. A big-skied, full-blooded, broken-hearted book' Erin Kelly She’s loved by all who meet her. But someone wants her gone . . . Then  When beautiful and vivacious Charlotte Salter fails to turn up to her husband Alec’s 50th birthday party, her kids are worried, but Alec is not. As the days pass and there’s still no word from Charlie, her daughter, Etty, and her sons, Niall, Paul and Ollie, all struggle to come to terms with her disappearance. How can anyone just vanish without a trace? Left with no answers and in limbo, the Salter children try and go on with their lives, all the while thinking that their mother’s killer is potentially very close to home. Now After years away, Etty returns home to the small East Anglian village where she grew up to help move her father into a care home. Now in his eighties, Alec has dementia and often mistakes his daughter for her mother.  Etty is a changed woman from the trouble-free girl she was when Charlie was still around - all the Salter children have spent decades running and hiding from their mother’s disappearance. But when their childhood friends, Greg and Morgen Ackerley, decide to do a podcast about Charlotte’s disappearance, it seems like the town’s buried secrets – and the Salters’ – might finally come to light. After all this time, will they finally find out what really happened to Charlotte Salter? PRAISE FOR NICCI FRENCH:  'Fantastic - a breathless drumbeat of dread and suspense . . . no one does it better than Nicci French'  Lee Child 'Expertly paced, psychologically sharp, thoroughly enjoyable'  Louise Candlish 'Heart-thumping, head-scratching, nail-biting stuff'  Erin Kelly 'Perfection'  Sophie Hannah 'No-one does the dark distortion of good intentions like Nicci French'  Cara Hunter 'An absolute masterclass of crime writing'  Kate Rhodes 'As well as a fantastic mystery, Nicci French has written  a powerful, moving and wise story about the damage that loss does to families, with characters you can’t forget. I loved it' Jo Callaghan   

37. The School Run - Ali Lowe

Ali Lowe - The School Run artwork The School Run
The gripping new 2024 thriller full of scandal, secrets and glamour from the bestselling author of The Trivia Night
Ali Lowe
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $12.99
Publish Date: 29 Feb 2024
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Seller: Hachette Australia Pty Ltd

How far would you go to protect your children? For parents living in the beautiful coastal town of Pacific Pines, all their hopes and dreams are pinned on the outcome of the annual Gala Day hosted by St Ignatius Boys' School. To be accepted into the prestigious institution, their sons must battle it out, facing rigorous rounds of physical and mental tests. Their parents will stop at nothing to ensure their sons succeed. But after one boy is struck down in a hit and run, the scandals, secrets and lies that entangle three mothers threaten to unravel their seemingly perfect lives . . . How far will the women go to, not just to save their families - but also their reputations? Make sure you don't miss the latest scandal. Everyone is reading Ali Lowe... 'Ali Lowe is swiftly moving into the footprints of Liane Moriarty' The Australian 'Sharp, clever and compelling' Sarah Pearse, bestselling author of The Sanatorium 'Deliciously dark and completely enthralling' Nicola Moriarty 'Utterly gripping' Heat 'Darkly funny . . . I raced to the last page' B.M. Carroll 'A murder mystery that had me gripped til the end' Helen Cooper

38. The Women - Kristin Hannah

Kristin Hannah - The Women artwork The Women
Kristin Hannah
Genre: Historical Fiction
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 13 Feb 2024
Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK
Seller: Macmillan Publishers Australia and Pan Macmillan Australia

'A master storyteller' Delia Owens, bestselling author of Where the Crawdads Sing 'Stuns with sacrifice. Uplifts with heroism. A long overdue tribute to the brave women nurses who served in Viet Nam' Bonnie Garmus, #1 international bestselling author of Lessons in Chemistry 'You would be hard-pressed to find a book club that has not discussed one of her novels' New York Times 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. 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

39. Daughter of the Hunter Valley - Paula J. Beavan

Paula J. Beavan - Daughter of the Hunter Valley artwork Daughter of the Hunter Valley
Paula J. Beavan
Genre: Historical Romance
Price: $3.99
Publish Date: 01 Oct 2021
Publisher: Mira
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

Alone. Near destitute. But brave and determined. Can Maddy beat the odds to create a new home in the Hunter Valley? An award-winning Australian historical debut, perfect for readers of Darry Fraser. ARRA Winner of Favourite Debut Romance Author of 2021 1831, New South Wales Reeling from her mother's death, Madeleine Barker-Trent arrives in the newly colonised Hunter River to find her father's promises are nothing more than a halcyon dream. A day later, after a dubious accident, she becomes the sole owner of a thousand acres of bushland, with only three convicts and handsome overseer Daniel Coulter for company. Determined to fulfil her family's aspirations, Maddy refuses to return to England and braves everything the beautiful but wild Australian country can throw at her - violence, danger, the forces of nature and loneliness. But when a scandalous secret and a new arrival threaten to destroy all she's worked for, her future looks bleak ... Can Maddy persevere or should she simply admit defeat? A captivating historical tale of one young woman's grit and determination to carve out her place on the riverbank. PRAISE: 'Richly detailed, inspiring and romantic - this engrossing story of a brave young woman overcoming insurmountable odds brings to life the early years of the Hunter Valley with clarity and authenticity.' - Tea Cooper, author of The Cartographer's Secret

40. A Court of Frost and Starlight - Sarah J. Maas

Sarah J. Maas - A Court of Frost and Starlight artwork A Court of Frost and Starlight
An unmissable companion tale to the GLOBALLY BESTSELLING, SENSATIONAL series
Sarah J. Maas
Genre: Fantasy
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 01 May 2018
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Seller: Bookwire Gesellschaft zum Vertrieb digitaler Medien mbH

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.

41. A Court of Mist and Fury - Sarah J. Maas

Sarah J. Maas - A Court of Mist and Fury artwork A Court of Mist and Fury
The second book in the GLOBALLY BESTSELLING, SENSATIONAL series
Sarah J. Maas
Genre: Fantasy
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 03 May 2016
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Seller: Bookwire Gesellschaft zum Vertrieb digitaler Medien mbH

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.

42. Yellowface - Rebecca F. Kuang

Rebecca F. Kuang - Yellowface artwork Yellowface
Rebecca F. Kuang
Genre: Fiction & Literature
Price: $5.99
Publish Date: 25 May 2023
Publisher: The Borough Press
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

The Number One Global Sensation *Foyle’s Fiction Book of the Year* *Amazon Book of the Year* *Shortlisted for Waterstones Book of the Year* ‘Addictive’ Grazia ‘Hugely entertaining’ Observer ‘Provocative’ Mail on Sunday THIS IS ONE HELL OF A STORY. IT’S JUST NOT HERS TO TELL. When failed writer June Hayward witnesses her rival Athena Liu die in a freak accident, she sees her opportunity… and takes it. So what if it means stealing Athena’s final manuscript? So what if it means ‘borrowing’ her identity? And so what if the first lie is only the beginning… Finally, June has the fame she always deserved. But someone is about to expose her… What happens next is entirely everyone else's fault. ‘The book that everyone is talking about’ Glamour ‘Ingenious, astute, hugely entertaining’ David Nicholls ‘Breathtakingly clever on jealousy, talent, success, and who gets to tell which story’ Elizabeth Day ‘Hard to put down. Harder to forget’ Stephen King R.F. Kuang’s book Yellowface was a #1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 04-06-23 R.F. Kuang’s book Yellowface was a #5 New York Times bestseller w/c 04-06-23 Reviews ‘Propulsive’ SUNDAY TIMES ‘Razor-sharp’ TIME ‘Blistering’ SCOTSMAN ‘I guarantee it will stay with you’ AFUA HIRSCH ‘Strikingly topical’ GUARDIAN ‘Scathing, spiky, and full of laugh-out-loud moments’ GLAMOUR ‘A rollicking good read’ WOMAN’S WEEKLY ‘Sharp and funny’ PRIMA ‘Wickedly funny’ EVENING STANDARD ‘A firecracker of a book’ i PAPER ‘A riot’ PANDORA SYKES ‘Darkly hilarious’ MARIE CLAIRE ‘Uncomfortable and addictive… a must-read’ INDEPENDENT ‘Tackles cancel culture and cultural appropriation with razor-sharp wit’ LOUISE O’NEILL ‘A clever, pacy tale’ SARA PASCOE 'Tense, modern… a brilliant exploration of the literary world' AISLING BEA ‘Darkly comic’ GQ ‘A wild ride’ STYLIST ‘A wicked little satire of publishing, racial politics and icky internet culture’ THE TIMES ‘Utterly diverting’ FINANCIAL TIMES ‘Unforgettable’ WOMAN & HOME ‘A spiky, snarky, shady, smart, sinister take on white privilege’ NIKKI MAY ‘Incisive and compelling… sweeps the reader up on a thrilling ride, but leaves us thinking about the questions raised for days’ JENNIFER SAINT ‘This acute, fast-paced thriller will have literary insiders nodding in recognition and outsiders gasping in shock’ THE BOOKSELLER ‘Not since Martin Amis’s The Information has the venality, self-regard and absurdity of the writing life been so gloriously skewered’ THE CRITIC ‘Once you start, you won’t be able to put it down’ HEAT ‘Well-observed and alarmingly convincing’ DAILY MAIL 'Remarkable and incendiary' WIZ WHARTON 'A dark, engrossing page-turner’ GOOD HOUSEKEEPING

43. Bridges to Burn - Marion Todd

Marion Todd - Bridges to Burn artwork Bridges to Burn
An unputdownable Scottish police procedural
Marion Todd
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $7.99
Publish Date: 07 Mar 2024
Publisher: Canelo
Seller: Canelo Digital Publishing Limited

How can DI Clare Mackay uncover the facts if nothing is what it seems? DI Clare Mackay is called to Albany High, where the body of a girl has been found. A suspected suicide – yet Sophie Bakewell was by all accounts a cheerful, talented student. Could she really have been hiding a darker side? It’s not the only disturbing case to land on Clare’s desk. Across town, an elderly man is in danger. Yet before the police can determine the facts, everything changes and they are presented with two suspicious deaths to investigate. As Clare and her team face the possibility that anything they believe to be true about the deaths is wrong, they might find that a killer can lurk behind the most innocent of faces… An unputdownable crime thriller from the queen of Tartan Noir, perfect for fans of Ann Cleeves, Lin Anderson and JD Kirk. Praise for  Bridges to Burn ‘Engrossing and immersive... had me hooked from the first page and  I devoured it in one sitting ’ Angela Marsons, author of the Detective Kim Stone series ‘ Bridges to Burn  is  a treat for anyone who loves gripping, well plotted police procedurals with compelling character arcs ... full of twists’ Rachel McLean, author of the Dorset Crime series ‘ Intriguingly plotted  with a plethora of teasingly plausible suspects’ Tim Sullivan, author of the DS Cross Thrillers ‘I absolutely loved  Bridges to Burn ...  had me hooked from beginning to end ’ Rachel Lynch, author of the DI Kelly Porter series ‘Such a gripping police procedural and a superb cast of characters.  I feel like Clare’s team are old friends, and I can’t wait to read more  from the Mackay series’ J.M. Hewitt, author of  The Crew ‘ Marion Todd just gets better and better . This latest installment keeps the reader turning the pages to  a breathless finale ’ Sheila Bugler, author of  Black Valley Farm ‘ Pacy, thrilling and full of twists and turns ... A genuinely brilliant whodunnit that oozes all the dread, mystery and excitement that we've come to expect from this series’ Jonathan Whitelaw, author of  The Bingo Hall Detectives ‘ Sparkling prose and a nail-biting plot ’ Sarah Ward, author of  The Birthday Girl ‘Good storyline and engaging…  hard to put down ’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘This is the first book I have read by this author, and it certainly will not be the last. The story was  well-crafted, gripping and quite brilliant . A brilliant police procedural’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘There are plenty of twists and red herrings to keep us on our toes. I love Marion's style of writing. The storyline is gripping…  I think this is the best book in the series, so far ’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘Love the Claire Mackay novels.  Great writing and premise. Amazing characters. Page-turner . Plenty of suspense to keep me guessing’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

44. Backfire: A John Tyler Thriller - Tom Fowler

Tom Fowler - Backfire: A John Tyler Thriller artwork Backfire: A John Tyler Thriller
Tom Fowler
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: 18 Mar 2024
Publisher: Widening Gyre Media
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

He's trying to leave the past behind. But when darkness comes calling, this vigilant survivor still has a few bloody tricks up his sleeve. John Tyler refuses to give evil an inch. So after a service friend's death is quickly followed by an attack on a former squad mate, the retired Green Beret puts his well-honed skills back to work. When he discovers his old unit is being targeted by a skilled assassin, he pulls out all the stops to shield his plucky daughter and elderly father from the crossfire. Sensing his opponent closing in, Tyler calls on his years of experience and cunning to help him flush out the unseen enemy. But with PTSD hovering in the back of his mind and too many targets to protect, he isn't sure he can win this fight. Can Tyler stop a vengeful body count rising before he's sent to the grave? Backfire is the explosive seventh book in the John Tyler action thriller series. If you like characters with grit, no-holds-barred fights, and edge-of-your-seat tension, then you'll love this novel.

45. Viper - Bianca Lee Ward

Bianca Lee Ward - Viper artwork Viper
Bianca Lee Ward
Genre: Romantic Comedies
Price: $6.99
Publish Date: 19 Mar 2024
Publisher: Bianca Lee
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

I've got one month to convince her to be my wife… Until I laid eyes on Sophie, I never planned on marriage. All that changed after our hot night together in Vegas. Now she regrets our impulsive Vegas wedding and is demanding a divorce. But I'm not signing the papers. Hell no! I'll give up every single one of my womanizing ways for a woman like her. Sophie thinks I'm only infatuated with her looks, except I see how everyone underestimates her. I'm not intimidated by her wealth, her modeling career, and the trail of broken hearts she leaves behind her. What we have is different. I've lived my whole life unable to feel anything thanks to my rough childhood, but for Sophie, I'll risk everything. Her rich father and the jealous women in my club aren't going to stand in my way. If she wants a divorce, she'll have to spend one month with me at the War Brothers clubhouse. Sleeping in my bed. Then we'll see if she still refuses to say I do …

46. Cutters End - Margaret Hickey

Margaret Hickey - Cutters End artwork Cutters End
Margaret Hickey
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: 03 Aug 2021
Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia
Seller: Penguin Random House Australia Pty Ltd

WINNER OF THE DANGER PRIZE 2022 SHORTLISTED FOR THE NED KELLY AWARD FOR BEST FIRST FICTION 2022 A desert highway. A remote town. A murder that won’t stay hidden. New Year’s Eve, 1989 . Eighteen-year-old Ingrid Mathers is hitchhiking her way to Alice Springs. Bored, hungover and separated from her friend Joanne, she accepts a lift to the remote town of Cutters End. July 2021. Detective Sergeant Mark Ariti is seconded to a recently reopened case, one in which he has a personal connection. Three decades ago, a burnt and broken body was discovered in scrub off the Stuart Highway, 300km south of Cutters End. Though ultimately ruled an accidental death, many people - including a high-profile celebrity - are convinced it was murder. When Mark’s interviews with the witnesses in the old case files go nowhere, he has no choice but to make the long journey up the highway to Cutters End. And with the help of local Senior Constable Jagdeep Kaur, he soon learns that this death isn’t the only unsolved case that hangs over the town... 'Astonishingly assured crime debut. A pitch perfect outback noir, set against a vivid and atmospheric desert landscape . . . The book's explosive finale will linger with you for days.' Weekend Australian 'This smart, affecting tale owes more to Scandi noir fiction with its sinister twists and aching characters . . . a tour de force.' Australian Women's Weekly 'Past and the present collide to create a gripping tale of murder and intrigue.' Chris Hammer ' A tightly woven and utterly unpredictable plot that will keep you guessing and gasping until the explosive truth leaves you shocked. A stunning debut.' Lyn Yeowart, author of The Silent Listener ' Cutters End is one hell of a ride and Margaret Hickey is a brilliant writer.' Helen Fitzgerald, author of The Cry 'A pacy, atmospheric thriller that joins the ranks of Australian outback noir.' Jock Serong, author of The Rules of Backyard Cricket

47. Code Red - Vince Flynn

Vince Flynn - Code Red artwork Code Red
Vince Flynn
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: 04 Oct 2023
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Australia
Seller: Simon and Schuster Australia Pty Ltd.

Mitch Rapp returns to make a mortal enemy of Russia in this high-octane installment in the #1 New York Times bestselling series from ‘one of the best thriller writers on the planet’ ( The Real Book Spy ). Mitch Rapp hates owing anyone a favour – especially when it’s the world’s most powerful crime lord. But when Damian Losa calls, Mitch is honour-bound to answer.  The Syrian government appears to have created a highly addictive new narcotic that it plans to distribute throughout Europe. It’s a major threat to Losa’s business and he’s determined to send someone to keep him on top by any means necessary. Rapp is the perfect choice for the mission. Not only does he have extensive experience operating in the Middle East, he’s also entirely expendable.  As he crosses into war-torn Syria, Rapp quickly discovers a shocking truth. The new drug isn’t being produced by Damascus to prop up the government’s collapsing finances. Instead, it was created by Russia’s asymmetrical warfare unit, not for profit but as a weapon against the West.  With far more than Damian Losa’s interests at stake, Rapp devises a desperate plan that forces him and his team onto a battlefield where the United States is virtually powerless, and allegiances shift almost hourly. Because if Russia uncovers their plot, it will set off a confrontation between the two countries that could change the course of human history.

48. Dare to Fall - Lindzee Armstrong

Lindzee Armstrong - Dare to Fall artwork Dare to Fall
a small town second chance contemporary romance
Lindzee Armstrong
Genre: Military Romance
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: 07 Apr 2022
Publisher: Snowflake Press LLC
Seller: Snowflake Press LLC

She’s an auto mechanic with no time for love. He’s a Navy SEAL incapable of putting down roots. Can they overcome their emotional baggage before his next mission separates them forever? Cheyenne Miller has no time for love. She’s too busy working three jobs to pay for her mother’s rehab while dreaming of one day opening her own garage. Besides, she’s seen what love can do to a person. Her mother’s pill addiction is proof. Zach Thomas is at a crossroads. After losing his parents, the Navy gave him a family. Now his best friend and fellow SEAL is leaving the military—and he wants Zach to join him. Zach can’t imagine continuing as a SEAL without his brother in arms, but he’s just been offered the promotion of a lifetime. When Zach’s truck breaks down, Cheyenne is the only mechanic who doesn’t deem it a lost cause. The attraction between them is undeniable, but Cheyenne’s father was killed in the line of duty, making her leery of relationships with men in uniform—especially when her mother’s addiction once again rears its ugly head. Can Zach convince Cheyenne he’s worth the risk before his next mission separates them forever? This full-length small town romance can be read as a stand alone and comes with a guaranteed happily ever after. It features snappy dialogue, complex characters, and real-life obstacles. If you love second chance romances, then Dare to Fall is for you! Grab your copy today!

49. Queen of Shadows - Sarah J. Maas

Sarah J. Maas - Queen of Shadows artwork Queen of Shadows
From the # 1 Sunday Times best-selling author of A Court of Thorns and Roses
Sarah J. Maas
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 01 Sep 2015
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Seller: Bookwire Gesellschaft zum Vertrieb digitaler Medien mbH

'One of the best fantasy book series of the past decade' TIME No masters. No limits. No regrets. Aelin Galathynius takes her place as queen in the fourth book of the #1 bestselling Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas. Celaena Sardothien has embraced her identity as Aelin Galathynius, Queen of Terrasen. But before she can reclaim her throne, she must fight. She will fight for her cousin, a warrior prepared to die for her. She will fight for her friend, a young man trapped in an unspeakable prison. And she will fight for her people, enslaved to a brutal king and awaiting their lost queen's triumphant return. Everyone Aelin loves has been taken from her. Everything she holds dear is in danger. But she has the heart of a queen - and that heart beats for vengeance. In this fourth book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series, no one will escape the queen's wrath.

50. Kiana's Hero - Elle James

Elle James - Kiana's Hero artwork Kiana's Hero
Elle James
Genre: Military Romance
Price: $7.99
Publish Date: 19 Mar 2024
Publisher: Twisted Page Inc
Seller: TWISTED PAGE INC

Former Marine Force Recon, Devlin Mulhaney left the military when politics interfered with the mission, and he lost a friend. He quickly realizes that navigating civilian life can prove to be just as dangerous.    When her high-class fiancé absconded with all the money she’d worked so hard to accumulate, fashion model, Kiana Williams, left the catwalk in Honolulu and disappeared to Maui to start a new life in a less dangerous field. A call from a former roommate drags her back to search for a missing friend. This time, she’s not going in alone. She hires Brotherhood Protector Dev Mulhaney to ensure her safety and to help her locate her missing friend. Her conditions:   “I don’t need a date. I don’t want a relationship. I’m not going to fall in love with you.” Together they navigate a growing attraction in the midst of the dangerous world of high fashion and elite escorts, where money can buy beautiful things or get you killed.

51. A Family Of His Own - Stephanie Laurens

Stephanie Laurens - A Family Of His Own artwork A Family Of His Own
Stephanie Laurens
Genre: Historical Romance
Price: $9.99
Publish Date: 14 Mar 2024
Publisher: Savdek Management Pty Ltd
Seller: Savdek Management Pty. Ltd.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Laurens returns to the quintessential question of what family means to a Cynster in this tale of the last unmarried member of the Cynster Next Generation and the final mission that opens his eyes.   Toby Cynster is not amused when informed that his new mission is to be his last in the shadowy service of Drake, Marquess of Winchelsea. Courtesy of Toby being the last unmarried Cynster of his generation and the consequent martial obsession of his female relatives, he will be given no more excuses to avoid society and, instead, expected to devote himself to finding a suitable bride. But Toby sees no point in marrying—thanks to his siblings, he has plenty of nephews and nieces with whom to play favorite uncle, and he has no thoughts of establishing a family of his own. But then the mission takes an unexpected turn, leaving Toby to escort the irritatingly fascinating Diana Locke plus the three young children of a dying Englishman from Vienna to England. Diana is no more enthused about their journey than Toby, but needs must, and forever practical, she bows to events and makes the best of things for her godchildren’s sakes. She’s determined to see them to safety in England and does her best to ignore her nonsensical and annoying awareness of Toby. But then their journey becomes a flight from deadly pursuit, and their most effective disguise is to pass themselves off as a family—the sort of family Toby had been certain he would never want. Through a succession of fraught adventures, Toby, Diana, and the children lean on each other and grow and mature while furthering their ultimate aim of reaching England safely, and along the way, Toby and Diana both learn what having a family actually means to them, individually and together, and each discovers the until-then-missing foundation stone of their future lives. A classic historical adventure romance that sprawls across Europe to end in the leafy depths of the English countryside. A Cynster Next Generation novel. A full-length historical romance of 108,000 words.

52. Tower of Dawn - Sarah J. Maas

Sarah J. Maas - Tower of Dawn artwork Tower of Dawn
From the # 1 Sunday Times best-selling author of A Court of Thorns and Roses
Sarah J. Maas
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 05 Sep 2017
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Seller: Bookwire Gesellschaft zum Vertrieb digitaler Medien mbH

'One of the best fantasy book series of the past decade' TIME A glorious empire. A desperate quest. An ancient secret. The search for allies extends to a new land in the sixth book of the #1 bestselling Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas. Chaol Westfall and Nesryn Faliq have arrived in the shining city of Antica to forge an alliance with the Khagan of the Southern Continent, whose vast armies are Erilea's last hope. But they have also come to Antica for another purpose: to seek healing at the famed Torre Cesme for the wounds Chaol received in Rifthold. After enduring unspeakable horrors as a child at the hands of Adarlanian soldiers, Yrene Towers has no desire to help the young lord from Adarlan, let alone heal him. Yet she has sworn an oath to assist those in need, and she will honour it. But Lord Westfall carries his own dark past, and Yrene soon realises that those shadows could engulf them both. Chaol, Nesryn, and Yrene will have to draw on every scrap of their resilience to overcome the danger that surrounds them. But while they become entangled in the political webs of the khaganate, long-awaited answers slumber deep in the mountains, where warriors soar on legendary ruks. Answers that might offer their world a chance at survival ... or doom them all. The final battle looms in this sixth book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series.

53. The Queen of Poisons - Robert Thorogood

Robert Thorogood - The Queen of Poisons artwork The Queen of Poisons
Robert Thorogood
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: 18 Jan 2024
Publisher: HQ
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

The top 10 Sunday Times bestseller NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES: The Marlow Murder Club will air on 6th and 7th March at 8pm on Drama and UKTV Play ‘I love the audacity of the Marlow gang, those ladies sure know how to live’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fiendishly clever and a satisfying puzzle to try and solve’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A brilliant whodunnit mystery that keeps you guessing’ Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ * * * Who killed the Mayor? It’s up to the Marlow Murder Club to find out . . . Geoffrey Lushington, Mayor of Marlow, dies suddenly during a Town Council meeting. When traces of aconite – also known as the queen of poisons – are found in his coffee cup, the police realise he was murdered. But who did it? And why? The police bring Judith, Suzie and Becks in to investigate as Civilian Advisors right from the start, so they have free rein to interview suspects and follow the evidence to their heart’s content, which is perfect because Judith has no time for rules and standard procedure. But this case has the Marlow Murder Club stumped. Who would want to kill the affable Mayor? How did they even get the poison into his coffee? And is anyone else in danger? The Marlow Murder Club are about to face their most difficult case yet . . . * * * Praise for The Marlow Murder Club Mysteries: ‘I love Robert Thorogood’s writing’ Peter James ‘Cosy crime at its best’ Crime Monthly ‘Cleverly plotted and laugh-out-loud funny’ Yours magazine ‘The perfect cosy crime to curl up with’ Heat Reviews Praise for Robert Thorogood: ‘The perfect cosy crime to curl up with’ Platinum ‘A fantastic whodunnit with laugh-out-loud moments’ The Sun ‘An absolute joy to read. Funny, entertaining and beautifully written’ B A Paris ‘Thrilling and heartfelt, gripping and wonderfully humorous . . . an absolute joy from first page to last’ Chris Whitaker About the author Robert Thorogood is the creator of the hit BBC One TV series Death in Paradise, and he has written a series of spin-off novels featuring DI Richard Poole. He was born in Colchester, Essex. When he was ten years old, he read his first proper novel – Agatha Christie’s Peril at End House – and he’s been in love with the genre ever since. He now lives in Marlow in Buckinghamshire with his wife, children and two whippets called Wally and Evie. Follow him on Twitter @robthor

54. The Idea of You - Robinne Lee

Robinne Lee - The Idea of You artwork The Idea of You
Robinne Lee
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Price: $15.99
Publish Date: 16 Apr 2021
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Seller: Penguin Books Limited

INTRODUCING YOUR NEXT OBSESSION . . . 'The sleeper hit of the pandemic' Vogue 'This slayed me' TAYLOR JENKINS REID 'The ending . . . I'M NOT OVER IT' 5***** READER REVIEW 'If you only read one book this year, make it this' 5***** READER REVIEW _______ THE WHOLE WORLD KNOWS HAYES CAMPBELL. To the media, he's the enigmatic front-man of a record-breaking boyband. To his fans, he's the boy of their dreams. To his label, he's gold-dust. And to Solène Marchand, he's the pretty face that's plastered over her teenage daughter's bedroom wall. Until a chance meeting throws Hayes and Solène together . . . The attraction is instant. The chemistry is electric. The affair is Solène's secret. But can it really stay that way forever? _______ Praise for The Idea of You . . . 'Sexy enough for the beach, smart enough for the book club' BOOK CIRCLE ' The Idea of You managed to work the ultimate book magic: It blurred the boundary between this world and that one' OPRAH MAGAZINE 'You finally have something else to obsess about. Will have you staying up all night to finish' THE SKIMM Readers everywhere have fallen for The Idea of You: 'It's been over a week since I finished The Idea of You and I still haven't recovered' ***** 'The ending ... I'M NOT OVER IT' 5***** READER REVIEW 'Solene and Hayes ... I won't be forgetting you anytime soon' ***** 'I can't remember being so moved by a book before. I mean down to my soul. Every word was pure gold' 5***** READER REVIEW 'I purchased copies for my closest girlfriends. One of those books that you never want to end' ***** 'Impossible to put down' 5 ***** READER REVIEW

55. Heir of Fire - Sarah J. Maas

Sarah J. Maas - Heir of Fire artwork Heir of Fire
From the # 1 Sunday Times best-selling author of A Court of Thorns and Roses
Sarah J. Maas
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 11 Sep 2014
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Seller: Bookwire Gesellschaft zum Vertrieb digitaler Medien mbH

'One of the best fantasy book series of the past decade' TIME 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. The third book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series continues Celaena's epic journey from woman to warrior.

56. It Started with a Secret - Jill Mansell

Jill Mansell - It Started with a Secret artwork It Started with a Secret
The unmissable Sunday Times bestseller from author of MAYBE THIS TIME
Jill Mansell
Genre: Fiction & Literature
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: 23 Jan 2020
Publisher: Headline
Seller: Hachette Australia Pty Ltd

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ' Gripping and incredibly comforting' Marian Keyes 'Like a little blast of sunshine - uplifting, heartwarming and supremely feelgood' Sophie Kinsella Jill's Mansell's irresistible new book is the perfect escape. A beautiful Cornish setting, a chaotic family, a woman who's had enough of romance - or has she? The trouble with secrets is that you can't guess what the consequences will be . . . Lainey has lost everything. Luckily one little fib (OK, quite a big fib) helps nail her dream job. Soon she's living in a stunning house by the sea, fending off obsessed fans for a retired - if far-from-retiring - actor and organising his charming but chaotic family. It's definitely worth the challenge of keeping her secret. At least Lainey isn't looking for love. It's time for a break from all that. And yet . . . Seth, the actor's grandson, really is rather attractive. There's growing chemistry and a definite connection between them. But how would he react if he knew she hadn't been honest with him? Lainey's not the only one with a secret, though. Seth has one of his own. And everything's about to start unravelling . . . What readers are saying about Jill Mansell: 'A fantastic read yet again, great characters, great story and as always a few happy tears' 'Completely absorbing and so addictive' 'Entertains from start to finish, and it fully deserves a 5-star rating' 'Great characters and I can't get enough of the "will they, won't they" - "should they, could they"obstacles and setbacks'

57. Secrets of the Lost Ledgers - C.J. Archer

C.J. Archer - Secrets of the Lost Ledgers artwork Secrets of the Lost Ledgers
C.J. Archer
Genre: Historical Fantasy
Price: $6.99
Expected Publish Date: 03 Sep 2024
Publisher: C.J. Archer
Seller: Carolyn Comito

An invisible message from a dead man resurrects a decades-old mystery.   With her sharpened magical senses, Sylvia recognizes invisible writing while cataloging an obscure book for the library. She’s shocked to discover the message, written many years earlier, pleaded for help. She’s even more shocked to discover the author of the message was married to a paper magician. Could there be a connection to Sylvia’s father?   With a magical mystery on her hands, Sylvia engages the help of Gabe Glass, and together they follow the clues to the location of two hidden ledgers that implicate a very dangerous individual in an illegal bookmaking scheme. Although not named, Gabe is convinced he knows who the bookmaker is, and sets out to prove it.    The investigation draws them into the shady underbelly of the horseracing industry and uncovers a link to Gabe’s parents that takes everyone by surprise. As they unravel the mystery’s tangled threads, unexpected twists and turns lead them to the truth.    But the greatest twist of all is the danger no one saw coming.

58. The Chaos Agent - Mark Greaney

Mark Greaney - The Chaos Agent artwork The Chaos Agent
The superb, action-packed new Gray Man thriller
Mark Greaney
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $15.99
Publish Date: 20 Feb 2024
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
Seller: Hachette Australia Pty Ltd

Artificial intelligence leads to shockingly real devastation in this new novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling Gray Man series. A car accident in Japan. A drowning in Seoul. A home invasion in Boston. Someone is killing the world's leading experts on robotics and artificial intelligence. Is it a tech company trying to eliminate the competition or something even more sinister? After all, AI may be the deadliest battlefield gamechanger since the creation of gunpowder. Meanwhile, the quest for a quiet life has led the Gray Man to Central America, where he and his lover Zoya Zakharova have assumed new identities. Eventually, they're tracked down and offered a job by an old acquaintance of Zoya's: to extract a Russian scientist who is on the kill list. They reject it, but just being seen with him is enough to put assassins on their trail. Now, they're back on the run, but no matter which way they turn, whoever's tracking them is always one step ahead. Since flight's no longer possible, fight is the only option left, and no one fights dirtier than the Gray Man.

59. A Court of Silver Flames - Sarah J. Maas

Sarah J. Maas - A Court of Silver Flames artwork A Court of Silver Flames
The latest book in the GLOBALLY BESTSELLING, SENSATIONAL series
Sarah J. Maas
Genre: Fantasy
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 16 Feb 2021
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Seller: Bookwire Gesellschaft zum Vertrieb digitaler Medien mbH

The latest 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 ****** Sarah J. Maas's sexy, richly imagined A Court of Thorns and Roses series continues with the journey of Feyre's fiery sister, Nesta... Nesta Archeron has always been prickly – proud, swift to anger and slow to forgive. And since the war – since being made High Fae against her will – she's struggled to forget the horrors she endured and find a place for herself within the strange and deadly Night Court. The person who ignites her temper more than any other is Cassian, the battle-scarred, winged warrior who is there at Nesta's every turn. But her temper isn't the only thing Cassian ignites. And when they are forced to train in battle together, sparks become flame. As the threat of war casts its shadow over them once again, Nesta and Cassian must fight monsters from within and without if they are to stand a chance of halting the enemies of their court. But the ultimate risk will be searching for acceptance – and healing – in each other's arms. ___________________________ Sarah J. Maas's books have sold millions of copies and been translated into 38 languages. Discover the sweeping romantic fantasy that everyone's talking about for yourself.

60. Love on the Line boxset: books 1 - 3 - Kari Lemor

Kari Lemor - Love on the Line boxset: books 1 - 3 artwork Love on the Line boxset: books 1 - 3
Kari Lemor
Genre: Romantic Suspense
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: 19 Jun 2023
Publisher: Kari Lemor
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

Ex-military men who served together, bonding close as brothers. Even though their lives go in different directions, the bond they forged can never be broken. Danger is in their blood. Missions may change, but with the women they love at their sides these men are strong enough for any new challenge. **Get all three romantic suspense stories PLUS bonus content** WILD CARD UNDERCOVER  - book 1 Some gambles are worth the risk . . . Trapped in the nightmare of Miami's illicit underworld, Meg O'Hara has no choice but work for a high-stakes criminal to repay a debt. Freedom is a pipe dream, until FBI agent Christopher Shaunessy offers her a way out. It won't be easy, especially playing the role of lover to the charismatic agent. Getting the goods on her boss could mean her life, a risk she'll take to be rid of the rat's vulgar advances. Chris Shaunessy doesn't break rules, but working with Meg is pushing even his well-honed control to the limit. Personal involvement should never mix in the sordid world of organized crime. They're playing a perilous game. Giving into temptation could be his biggest mistake because the kisses they share might be more dangerous than the case… RUNNING TARGET - book 2 A deadly game of cat and mouse . . . FBI agent Jack Holland courted a death wish falling for Callie Lansing. Her friendship with Angelo Cabrini, son of a New Jersey mob boss, was not what it seemed. But Angelo's death at the hands of Jack, even in self-defense, had disastrous consequences: Jack, now a wanted man and Callie, raising their son alone. The Cabrinis have cost Jack everything, but he'll never regret the birth of his son, Jonathan. With a vengeful Victor Cabrini after him, Jack stays on the run. Keeping Callie and Jonathan safe means letting the crime boss believe Jonathan is his grandchild. But if the mobster discovers the truth before Jack can put him behind bars, his secret family may pay the ultimate price… FATAL EVIDENCE - book 3 Some secrets weren't meant to be revealed… Scott Holland's mill renovation project can't succeed without Heather Silva's backing. But the memory of his one-night stand with the business heiress won't leave him alone, no matter how much trouble it causes. And, just as predicted, that trouble starts the minute they ink the deal. Heather's determination to succeed without the help of her wealthy parents pushes her to work with Scott. This project is about her financial independence, not the smoldering way he makes her feel. With their history, it's no surprise they clash on every detail, but a grisly discovery changes everything. The mill has secrets, and someone wants Heather and Scott silenced. They must work together to find answers because what you don't know can get you killed... ***PLUS - BONUS CONTENT Stealing Christmas - a Wild Card Undercover bonus story (first published in the WORST HOLIDAY EVER anthology.  The Beginning - the much asked for prequel to Running Target.

61. The Marlow Murder Club - Robert Thorogood

Robert Thorogood - The Marlow Murder Club artwork The Marlow Murder Club
Robert Thorogood
Genre: Cozy Mysteries
Price: $14.99
Publish Date: 07 Jan 2021
Publisher: HQ
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES: The Marlow Murder Club will air on 6th and 7th March at 8pm on Drama and UKTV Play ‘I want to be Judith Potts when I grow up’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Read the whole thing in one day . . . I was hooked. It had me laughing to myself all day. Would recommend' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Comedy, thrilling, suspenseful. It was a brilliant read’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A deftly plotted, funny and unexpected murder mystery . . . Highly recommended!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ * * * To solve an impossible murder, you need an impossible hero… Seventy-seven-year-old Judith Potts is blissfully happy. She lives alone in a faded mansion in Marlow, sets crosswords for The Times, and there’s no man in her life to tell her what to do or how much whisky to drink. One evening, while out swimming in the Thames, Judith witnesses a brutal murder. When the local police don’t believe her story, Judith and two unlikely friends decide to investigate for themselves. Together, they are the Marlow Murder Club. But soon another body turns up, and it seems they have a real-life serial killer on their hands. Now the puzzle they set out to solve has become a trap from which they might never escape… * * * Praise for Robert Thorogood ‘Agatha Christie with a modern twist’ Sun ‘This brilliantly crafted, hugely enjoyable and suitably goosebump-inducing novel is an utter delight from start to finish’ HEAT ‘A hugely enjoyable murder mystery written with wonderful verve, humour and compassion. Utterly delightful’ Robert Webb About the author Robert Thorogood is the creator of the hit BBC One TV series Death in Paradise, and he has written a series of spin-off novels featuring DI Richard Poole. He was born in Colchester, Essex. When he was ten years old, he read his first proper novel – Agatha Christie’s Peril at End House – and he’s been in love with the genre ever since. He now lives in Marlow in Buckinghamshire with his wife, children and two whippets called Wally and Evie. Follow him on Twitter @robthor

62. Empire of Storms - Sarah J. Maas

Sarah J. Maas - Empire of Storms artwork Empire of Storms
From the # 1 Sunday Times best-selling author of A Court of Thorns and Roses
Sarah J. Maas
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 06 Sep 2016
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Seller: Bookwire Gesellschaft zum Vertrieb digitaler Medien mbH

'One of the best fantasy book series of the past decade' TIME Only the greatest sacrifice can turn the tide of war. War is brewing in the fifth book of the #1 bestselling Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas. The long path to the throne has only just begun for Aelin Galathynius as war looms on the horizon. Loyalties have been broken and bought, friends have been lost and gained, and those who possess magic find themselves increasingly at odds with those who don't. With her heart sworn to the warrior-prince by her side and her fealty pledged to the people she is determined to save, Aelin will delve into the depths of her power to protect those she loves. But as monsters emerge from the horrors of the past, dark forces stand poised to claim her world. The only chance for salvation lies in a desperate quest that may take more from Aelin than she has to give, a quest that forces her to choose what - and who -she's willing to sacrifice for the sake of peace. Kingdoms collide in this fifth book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series.

63. The Running Grave - Robert Galbraith

Robert Galbraith - The Running Grave artwork The Running Grave
Cormoran Strike Book 7
Robert Galbraith
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 26 Sep 2023
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
Seller: Hachette Australia Pty Ltd

'The work of a master storyteller ' Daily Telegraph 'One of crime's most engaging duos' Guardian THE SUNDAY TIMES CRIME NOVEL OF THE YEAR 2023 ________ Private Detective Cormoran Strike is contacted by a worried father whose son, Will, has gone to join a religious cult in the depths of the Norfolk countryside. The Universal Humanitarian Church is, on the surface, a peaceable organisation that campaigns for a better world. Yet Strike discovers that beneath the surface there are deeply sinister undertones, and unexplained deaths. In order to try to rescue Will, Strike's business partner Robin Ellacott decides to infiltrate the cult and she travels to Norfolk to live incognito amongst them. But in doing so, she is unprepared for the dangers that await her there or for the toll it will take on her . . . Utterly page-turning, The Running Grave moves Strike and Robin's story forward in the epic, unforgettable seventh instalment of the series. ________ PRAISE FOR THE STRIKE NOVELS 'A blistering piece of crime writing' Sunday Times ' Unputdownable ' Daily Express 'A page-turner that will keep you up all night ' Observer 'Superb . . . an ingenious whodunnit' Sunday Mirror 'Strike and Robin are just as magnetic as ever' New York Times ' Outrageously entertaining ' Financial Times

64. The Secret - Lee Child & Andrew Child

Lee Child & Andrew Child - The Secret artwork The Secret
Jack Reacher, Book 28
Lee Child & Andrew Child
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 24 Oct 2023
Publisher: Transworld
Seller: The Random House Group Limited

The gripping new Jack Reacher thriller from the No.1 bestselling authors Lee Child and Andrew Child. Chicago. 1992. A hospital patient wakes to find two strangers by his bed. They show him a list of names and ask a simple but impossible question. Minutes later he falls to his death from his twelfth-floor window - a fall which generates some unexpected attention. That attention comes from the Secretary of Defense, who calls for an inter-agency task force to investigate. Jack Reacher, recently demoted from Major, is assigned as the Army's representative. If he gets a result, great. If not, he's a convenient fall guy. Reacher may be an exceptional military investigator, but office politics aren't what gets him up in the morning. As he races to identify a cold-blooded killer and uncover a secret that stretches back 23 years, he must navigate around his new partners. Will Reacher bring the bad guys to justice the official way . . . or his way? PRAISE FOR THE JACK REACHER SERIES ' There's only one Jack Reacher. Accept no substitutes.' MICK HERRON ' Jack Reacher is today's James Bond, a thriller hero we can't get enough of.' KEN FOLLETT ' Everyone needs to kick some butt sometimes, even if it's just imaginary.' JOJO MOYES Includes an exclusive first look of IN TOO DEEP, the forthcoming Jack Reacher thriller - Available for pre-order now. Although the Jack Reacher novels can be read in any order, The Secret is the 28th book in the internationally bestselling series. The Secret was a No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller in October and November 2023.

65. None of This is True - Lisa Jewell

Lisa Jewell - None of This is True artwork None of This is True
The addictive #1 Sunday Times bestselling psychological thriller from the author of The Family Upstairs
Lisa Jewell
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $15.99
Publish Date: 20 Jul 2023
Publisher: Cornerstone
Seller: The Random House Group Limited

Buy now and prepare to be hooked from the Number One bestselling thriller author . . . * AN INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER * * OVER 6,000 FIVE STAR REVIEWS * * AUDIBLE NO.1 SIX WEEKS IN A ROW * 'Gloriously dark' Lucy Foley ' A moody, slippery novel ' Gillian McAllister 'One hundred percent brilliant' Clare Mackintosh 'Shocking and creepy and glorious' Nicola Walker ' Utterly addictive' Claire Douglas ___________ Celebrating her 45th birthday at her local pub, podcaster Alix Summer crosses paths with an unassuming woman called Josie Fair. Josie is also celebrating her 45th. A few days later, they bump into each other again, this time outside Alix's children's school. Josie says she thinks she would be an interesting subject for Alix's podcast. She is, she tells Alix, on the cusp of great changes in her life. Alix agrees to a trial interview and indeed, Josie's life appears to be strange and complicated. Alix finds her unsettling but can't quite resist the temptation to keep digging. Slowly Alix starts to realise that Josie has been hiding some very dark secrets, and before she knows it Josie has cajoled her way into Alix's life - and into her home. Soon Alix begins to wonder who is Josie Fair really? And what has she done? * The Hi! I'm Your Birthday Twin podcast has been bought to life! Listen to all 4 episodes and find out more at penguin.co.uk/BirthdayTwin * ___________ Readers can't get enough of None of This is True . . . ***** ' Lisa Jewell is BACK with a banger baby!!! and this might just be my favourite of hers yet.' ***** ' I'm speechless after reading this bone chilling , dark , twisty , mind bending thriller' ***** ' Did it deliver??? OMG !!! wait until you read this!!!' ***** 'OMG!!!!!! Dare I say this may just be Lisa Jewells best book yet!?' ***** 'What in the actual hell did I just read???? Bingeable, unreliable, unhinged in the best way, and well developed!' ___________ More love for None of This is True . . . 'Left me reeling' Adele Parks ' You will ignore everyone and everything until you’ve finished it' India Knight ‘A tense, superbly crafted exploration of obsession .’ Steve Cavanagh 'Really dark and twisty' Graham Norton ' MAGNIFICENT' Marian Keyes 'So suspenseful, so smart, so insightful. ' Katherine Heiny ' A pitch-black fever dream of a novel' Ruth Ware 'Have never read a book so fast!' Hayley Morris ' A sleek, playful, mesmerising read' Louise Candlish 'Twisty twisty twisty' Emily Henry 'You're in for a treat' Jojo Moyes 'Rollercoaster of a read' Jane Fallon 'I inhaled it!' Harriet Tyce 'Lisa Jewell [has] confirmed her status as a powerhouse of psychological thrillers' Sunday Express 'The most gripping thriller I read this year' Daily Express Lisa Jewell, Number 1 Sunday Times bestseller, September 2023 None of This is True , instant Sunday Times bestseller July 2023 Number 1 on Audible, July-August 2023

66. Wattle Creek - Fiona McCallum

Fiona McCallum - Wattle Creek artwork Wattle Creek
Fiona McCallum
Genre: Fiction & Literature
Price: $2.99
Publish Date: 01 Apr 2012
Publisher: Mira
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

Damien McAllister is a man on the brink. Spending long, hard days on a farm he has no affection for, and nights ignoring the criticisms of his mother, Damien can no longer remember what he's living for. But in a small town like Wattle Creek, there are few people to turn to –– and Damien learned long ago to keep his problems to himself. Until Jacqueline Havelock, a young psychologist escaping her own issues, arrives fresh from the city and makes Damien question everything he has known about himself…also igniting a spark in his lonely heart. Soon Damien is daring to ask for more than an ordinary life, and can glimpse the possibility of happiness. Will this accidental farmer dare to fulfil the long–forgotten legacy of his father and find peace in the arms of the doctor? Or will the ghosts of their pasts threaten the fragile new lives they've just begun to build?

67. The Fake Mate - Lana Ferguson

Lana Ferguson - The Fake Mate artwork The Fake Mate
an unmissable steamy paranormal fake dating romcom
Lana Ferguson
Genre: Romance
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: 05 Dec 2023
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
Seller: Hachette Australia Pty Ltd

' Addictive, epically smutty and the breath of fresh air the romance genre didn't know it needed ' ELENA ARMAS, New York Times bestselling author Two wolf shifters agree to be fake mates but unexpectedly find something real in this steamy paranormal romantic comedy by Lana Ferguson, perfect for fans of Rosie Danan Fake mate . . . or perfect date? Mackenzie hasn't had a successful date in months. She's only a year out of residency, and her grandmother's obsession with finding the perfect mate threatens to drive her barking mad, so it should be a small thing when she lies about meeting someone . . . until she blurts out the name of the last man she would ever date: Noah 'The Big Bad Wolf of Denver General' Taylor. Noah, interventional cardiologist and all-round grump, has spent his entire life hiding what he is - an unmated alpha. But when an anonymous tip brings everything to light, he's left with two choices: come clean to the board and risk his career or find himself a mate. So, when the chatty, overly friendly ER doctor asks him to be her fake boyfriend the same day he's called to meet the board, it must be kismet, right? Mackenzie gets her grandmother off her back, and Noah gets the chance to prove he can continue to work without a real mate - it's a mutually beneficial business transaction. But when the fake-mate act turns to a very real friends-with-benefits arrangement, lines start to blur, and they quickly realise love is a whole different kind of animal. Praise for Lana Ferguson 'Like if Ali Hazelwood and Tessa Bailey had a smutty baby. I devoured every page' RUBY DIXON ' Smart, fun, sexy, and sizzling with romantic tension ' SARA DESAI ' Charming. Funny. Primal. Ferguson's paranormal romance manages to be sweet and spicy at the same time ' Booklist ' Rosie Danan fans should snap this up ' Publishers Weekly , starred review ' Funny, sweet, and very hot ' Shondaland

68. What Happens in the Ballroom - Sabrina Jeffries

Sabrina Jeffries - What Happens in the Ballroom artwork What Happens in the Ballroom
The Designing Debutantes have arrived, and they're taking the ton by storm . . .
Sabrina Jeffries
Genre: Historical Romance
Price: $3.99
Publish Date: 28 Mar 2023
Publisher: Headline
Seller: Hachette Australia Pty Ltd

'Anyone who loves romance must read Sabrina Jeffries!' Lisa Kleypas, New York Times bestselling author The Designing Debutantes have arrived, and they're taking the ton by storm . . . Youthful military widow Eliza Pierce is enjoying her freedom and financial success as part of Elegant Occasions. But when her late husband's best friend, Nathaniel Stanton, the Earl of Foxstead, hires her to help another young widow become part of high society, she can't help but wonder why. The woman could be a relative, or maybe even his mistress; but if so, then why does he take Eliza in his arms every chance he gets? Foxstead's family situation makes it difficult for him to marry, so his visceral attraction to Eliza is an unwelcome complication. Burdened by family secrets and those of his commanding officer, Foxstead is determined not to be distracted, but the fetching Eliza keeps tempting him to break his own rules. If Foxstead dares to expose the truth, will Eliza ever forgive him? Or will she banish him from her life forever . . . READERS LOVE WHAT HAPPENS IN THE BALLROOM ! 'I loved this book - a great regency romance . . . I devoured the book in a day and have already added Sabrina to my alerts list for new books she writes' 'This book was a lot of fun! Sexy, funny and with a large dose of romance it ticks all the boxes' 'A light hearted and fun story' For more dazzlingly romantic and witty historical romance, don't miss Sabrina's other gorgeous series including the Duke Dynasty series, The Sinful Suitors, The Hellions of Halstead Hall, The School for Heiresses and The Royal Brotherhood.

69. The Fall of Roman Britain - John Lambshead

John Lambshead - The Fall of Roman Britain artwork The Fall of Roman Britain
and Why We Speak English
John Lambshead
Genre: Ancient History
Price: $1.99
Publish Date: 20 Jun 2022
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books
Seller: OpenRoad Integrated Media, LLC

“Fascinating. . . . Will have a very special appeal to readers [interested] in the evolution of the English language, Roman history, and medieval British history.” — Midwest Book Review The end of empire in Britain was both more abrupt and more complete than in any of the other European Roman provinces. When the fog clears and Britain re-enters the historical record, it is, unlike other former European provinces of the Western Empire, dominated by a new culture that speaks a language that is neither Roman nor indigenous British Brythonic, and with a pagan religion that owes nothing to Romanitas or native British practices. Other ex-Roman provinces of the Western Empire in Europe showed two consistent features conspicuously absent from the lowlands of Britain: the dominant language was derived from the local Vulgar Latin and the dominant religion was a Christianity that looked toward Rome. This leads naturally to the question: What was different about Britannia? A further anomaly in our understanding lies in the significant dating mismatch between historical and archaeological data of the Germanic migrations, and the latest genetic evidence. The answer to England’s unique early history may lie in resolving this paradox. In this book, John Lambshead summarizes the latest data gathered by historians, archaeologists, climatologists, and biologists—and synthesizes it into a fresh new explanation.

70. Man Cave - Vanessa Vale

Vanessa Vale - Man Cave artwork Man Cave
Vanessa Vale
Genre: Romance
Price: $6.99
Publish Date: 09 May 2023
Publisher: Bridger Media
Seller: Bridger Media

Life's not simple. Neither is love. I'm twenty-four, and ahem... inexperienced. When a blind date doesn't change that status, Theo volunteers for the task. Who's Theo? Just the guy I've been crushing on for six months. Yeah, him. Tall, broad and handsome and gah, now he's even got a beard! He's diligent. Very focused. Skilled. And impossible not to fall for. Except he's only up for a fun time. A wild romp or two. No way would he have any romantic interest in someone like me. Why would he? He's an intense, brooding doctor—and, oh yeah, a billionaire—and I'm a goofy first grade teacher barely making ends meet. When my goal changes from man-made O's to the man himself, I know I'm in trouble.  Because he's no longer a crush, but someone I might actually love. With all the books in the On A Manhunt series, it’s always open season on men.

71. Dan & Kara: A Downeast Prequel - Marie Force

Marie Force - Dan & Kara: A Downeast Prequel artwork Dan & Kara: A Downeast Prequel
Marie Force
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Price: $7.99
Expected Publish Date: 22 Mar 2024
Publisher: HTJB, Inc.
Seller: HTJB Inc.

They’re beloved members of the Gansett Island family… But they’ve never had their own book until now! Dan Torrington and Kara Ballard take center stage for the first time ever in this prequel novel. Revisit their story from when they first appeared in FALLING FOR LOVE through HURRICANE AFTER DARK, with many new scenes, characters and backstories as we prepare to follow Dan and Kara to Bar Harbor, Maine, to deal with the most intense Ballard family drama yet. This is an 87,000-word preview ahead of the upcoming DOWNEAST story, which will pick up right where Dan and Kara’s story left off in HURRICANE AFTER DARK.

72. Catalyst - Rachel Grant

Rachel Grant - Catalyst artwork Catalyst
Rachel Grant
Genre: Romantic Suspense
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: 21 Nov 2017
Publisher: Janus Publishing
Seller: Rachel Grant

When a food storage depot in famine-struck South Sudan is torched, American aid worker Brie Stewart flees, only to land in a market where she’s the next item up for auction. Is the attack on the aid facility another assault upon the war-torn fledgling democracy, or has her family set her up as a pawn in their quest for oil rights? Chief Warrant Officer Sebastian Ford crossed paths with Brie years ago when she was a shill for her family’s company, pushing a pipeline that threatened his tribe’s land. Determined to lead the rescue operation to save her, he won’t let her abduction—or the attraction that flares between them—get in the way of settling their unfinished business. The Green Beret’s skills are put to the test in the flooded grasslands of South Sudan, where they must battle nature and dangerous factions who are after more than oil. Bastian and Brie put their hearts on the line as they find themselves embroiled in a conflict that extends beyond country and continent. Together they must douse the spark before it reaches the flashpoint and engulfs everything they hold dear. Named to Kirkus Reviews ’ Best Books of 2018

73. The Dead Letter Delivery - C.J. Archer

C.J. Archer - The Dead Letter Delivery artwork The Dead Letter Delivery
C.J. Archer
Genre: Historical Fantasy
Price: $6.99
Publish Date: 05 Mar 2024
Publisher: C.J. Archer
Seller: Carolyn Comito

The discovery of long-lost mail delivers a marriage proposal, a missing person, and a magical mystery. A road trip with Gabe and her friends leads Sylvia to discover more about her mother’s veiled past yet throws up several questions, too. The stack of unopened letters addressed to her family will hopefully provide answers. As she delves into the contents, a startling revelation emerges: the letters allude to a clandestine union between two magician families, hinting at the elusive identity of Sylvia’s father. Full of hope, she embarks on a quest to find the author of the letters, only to discover an artless youth who vanished decades ago, a dead man with the wrong name, and a hospital for former soldiers that connects them. The further Sylvia and Gabe delve into these mysteries, the more lies they expose, including long-buried secrets that certain individuals will stop at nothing to protect. When danger strikes, Sylvia wonders if finding answers is worth the risk.

74. The Book That Wouldn’t Burn - Mark Lawrence

Mark Lawrence - The Book That Wouldn’t Burn artwork The Book That Wouldn’t Burn
Mark Lawrence
Genre: Fantasy
Price: $3.99
Publish Date: 11 May 2023
Publisher: HarperVoyager
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

All books, no matter their binding, will fall to dust. The stories they carry may last longer. They might outlive the paper, the library, even the language in which they were first written. The greatest story can reach the stars . . . This is the start of an incredible new journey from the internationally bestselling author of Prince of Thorns, in which, though the pen may be mightier than the sword, blood will be spilled and cities burned… Evar has lived his whole life trapped within a vast library, older than empires and larger than cities. Livira has spent hers in a tiny settlement out on the Dust where nightmares stalk and no one goes. The world has never noticed them. That’s about to change. As their stories spiral around each other, across worlds and time, each will unlock vast secrets about the world and themselves. This is a tale of truth and lies and hearts, and the blurring of one into another. Reviews Praise for Mark Lawrence ‘An excellent writer’ George R.R. Martin, #1 SUNDAY and NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of GAME OF THRONES ‘Dark and relentless…A two in the morning page turner. Jaw-dropping’ Robin Hobb, the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of THE ASSASSIN’S APPRENTICE ‘Excellent – on par with George R.R. Martin’ Conn Iggulden, author of GENGHIS ‘Mark Lawrence gets better with every book. It has a drive to it, a pulse, a gearshift that kicks higher and higher.’ Fantasy Book Review ‘This tale of knowledge and its cost flies by thanks to the gripping mystery and beautiful worldbuilding…readers will be desperate for more.’ Publishers Weekly ‘Lawrence works with many threads here, but none feels misused or insufficiently explored. Rather, the author unspools them masterfully, leaving behind a tightly woven tapestry that readers will ache to see finished even if they can predict one or two of the tale’s myriad twists and turns. Gripping, earnest, and impeccably plotted.’ Kirkus About the author Mark Lawrence is married with four children, one of whom is severely disabled. His day job is as a research scientist focused on various rather intractable problems in the field of artificial intelligence. Between work and caring for his disabled child, Mark spends his time writing, playing computer games, tending an allotment, brewing beer, and avoiding DIY.

75. The Family Next Door - Caroline Finnerty

Caroline Finnerty - The Family Next Door artwork The Family Next Door
The BRAND NEW page-turning, addictive read from Caroline Finnerty
Caroline Finnerty
Genre: Fiction & Literature
Price: $1.99
Publish Date: 27 Jul 2023
Publisher: Boldwood Books
Seller: Boldwood Books Ltd

No one really knows what goes on behind closed doors. On the quiet street of St Brigid’s Terrace in Dublin, Eileen Murphy lives alone at number 26 with her dog Dora. Virtually a recluse, she keeps herself to herself as she tries to come to terms with her tragic past. Next door in number 28 lives beautiful Lucy Walsh, her husband Neil and their 5-year-old daughter Anabel. To Eileen, who watches from her window, the Walshs are the perfect family. But one fateful night, Eileen is pulled into their world and she realises that Lucy Walshs life isn’t as perfect as she thought. With the unexpected help from little Anabel, the women become a lifeline for each other to overcome the demons in their lives. Through Eileen’s help, Lucy finds the courage to overcome her fears and in aiding Lucy, Eileen is forced to emerge from her solitary world and take baby steps to confront her own past. As the bonds of friendship change these women forevermore will Lucy find the courage to forge a new life for herself and her daughter and will Eileen find it within herself to forgive for her old mistakes? 5 STAR Praise for The Family Next Door 'It is extremely heartbreaking but also hugely uplifting and hopeful. A wonderful read that won't disappoint.' - Reader Review 'Came across this Author by accident but I am really enjoying her books' - Reader Review 'Loved this story of true friendship and resilience between 2 women who have both been tested to the limits. A must read.' - Reader Review 'Emotional and thought-provoking. Caroline Finnerty writes so skilfully about sensitive issues that I felt my heartstrings were being tugged at all the way through The Family Next Door' - Reader Review 'The book held me captive until the end. I liked the characters and at times found it heartbreaking but beautifully written.' - Reader Review

76. The Devil To Pay - K. C. Bateman

K. C. Bateman - The Devil To Pay artwork The Devil To Pay
K. C. Bateman
Genre: Historical Romance
Price: $1.99
Publish Date: 28 Aug 2018
Publisher: Kate Bateman
Seller: Kate Charlotte Larkins

Italy, 1492. A ruthless mercenary skilled in the art of conquest.  An heiress who refuses to be tamed.  The Devil’s own bargain . . .    Cara di Montessori has a price upon her head. Her traitorous uncle has murdered her father and seized her home. Her only hope of survival, and of regaining her birthright, is an alliance with her childhood nemesis, the infamous mercenary Il Diavolo. The most irritating—and seductive—man Cara’s ever met. Battle hardened and world-weary, Alessandro del Sarto has earned the sobriquet Il Diavolo. He needs a politically expedient marriage to secure the lasting peace he craves, but the simpering ladies of court hold little interest. More than anything, he longs for a challenge.   Headstrong beauty Cara has always been Il Diavolo’s only weakness, the one woman he’s never been able to forget. When she appears at his door begging for help, the two strike a devil’s bargain. In return for his assistance, for two weeks Cara must entertain his guests, relieve his boredom—and warm his bed.    Cara has no intention of succumbing to del Sarto’s studied seduction, but the passion that simmers between them is more potent than her paper twists of gunpowder. Surrounded by danger and intrigue, she must choose between what she’s always thought of as her destiny, and what could be the greatest prize of all—her heart’s desire.   From #1 Bestselling author K C Bateman comes a sexy romantic adventure filled with passion, vengeance, and redemption.     Praise for K. C. Bateman’s novels:   “A masterclass in smoking hot sexual tension . . . entertaining, fast-paced and sexy . . . “ —All About Romance on The Devil To Pay.   “The sexual chemistry between the two built so steadily that I thought I would go up in flames if they didn’t stop battling each other and give in to their needs.” —Kilts and Swords      “The writing and characterization are superb, the romance is hot, snarky and tender and the hero is delicious. I couldn’t ask for much more in an historical romance!” —All About Romance for To Steal A Heart.   “5* . . . . incredibly sexy . . .deliciously wicked.”  —Rakes & Rascals for A Counterfeit Heart. Perfect for readers who love Loretta Chase, Julia Quinn, Caroline Linden, Janna MacGregor, Scarlett Peckham, Laura Kinsale, Kerrigan Byrne, Lisa Kleypas, Courtney Milan, Tessa Dare, Eloisa James, Grace Burrowes, Madeline Hunter, Lenora Bell, Sophie Jordan, Lorraine Heath, Eva Leigh, Mary Jo Putney, Jo Beverley, Joanna Shupe, Sarah MacLean, Shana Galen, Stephanie Laurens, and Sabrina Jeffries.

77. Into the Night - Sarah Bailey

Sarah Bailey - Into the Night artwork Into the Night
Sarah Bailey
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $9.99
Publish Date: 23 May 2018
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Seller: Allen & Unwin Pty Limited

The riveting follow-up to The Dark Lake , acclaimed debut novel and international bestseller. 'Bailey's writing is stronger than ever, and the prickliness of her characters a natural fit for the jarring confines of Melbourne's central business district…a bristling police procedural for fans of Emma Viskic and J.M. Green.' - Books + Publishing , April 2018 Sarah Bailey's acclaimed debut novel The Dark Lake was a bestseller around the world and Bailey's taut and suspenseful storytelling earned her fitting comparisons with Gillian Flynn and Paula Hawkins.  Into the Night is her stunning new crime novel featuring the troubled and brilliant Detective Sergeant Gemma Woodstock. This time Gemma finds herself lost and alone in the city, broken-hearted by the decisions she's had to make. Her new workplace is a minefield and the partner she has been assigned is uncommunicative and often hostile. When a homeless man is murdered and Gemma is put on the case, she can't help feeling a connection with the victim and the lonely and isolated life he led despite being in the middle of a bustling city.  Then a movie star is killed in bizarre circumstances on the set of a major film shoot, and Gemma and her partner Detective Sergeant Nick Fleet have to put aside their differences to unravel the mysteries surrounding the actor's life and death. Who could commit such a brazen crime and who stands to profit from it? Far too many people, she soon discovers - and none of them can be trusted. But it's when Gemma realises that she also can't trust the people closest to her that her world starts closing in... Riveting suspense, incisive writing and a fascinating cast of characters make this an utterly addictive crime thriller and a stunning follow-up to The Dark Lake .

78. The Revenge Club - Kathy Lette

Kathy Lette - The Revenge Club artwork The Revenge Club
the wickedly witty new novel from a million copy bestselling author
Kathy Lette
Genre: Fiction & Literature
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 27 Feb 2024
Publisher: Aria
Seller: Bookwire Gesellschaft zum Vertrieb digitaler Medien mbH

When the odds are against you, it's time to get even. Matilda, Jo, Penny and Cressy are all women at the top of their game; so imagine their surprise when they start to be personally overlooked and professionally pushed aside by less-qualified men. Only they're not going down without a fight. Society might think the women have passed their amuse-by dates but the Revenge Club have other plans. After all, why go to bed angry when you could stay up and plot diabolical retribution? Let the games begin... PRAISE FOR KATHY LETTE: 'Deliciously rude and darkly funny' Nicole Kidman 'Unputdownable' Stephen Fry 'The thinking lady's hornbag' Kath and Kim

79. The Other Bridget - Rachael Johns

Rachael Johns - The Other Bridget artwork The Other Bridget
Rachael Johns
Genre: Fiction & Literature
Price: $14.99
Publish Date: 30 Jan 2024
Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia
Seller: Penguin Random House Australia Pty Ltd

Named after a famous fictional character, librarian Bridget Jones was raised on a remote cattle station, with only her mother’s romance novels for company. Now living alone in Fremantle, Bridget is a hopeless romantic. She also believes that anyone who doesn’t like reading just hasn’t met the right book yet, and that connecting books to their readers is her superpower. If only her love life was that easy. When handsome Italian barista Fabio progresses from flirting with love hearts on her coffee foam to joining the book club she runs at her library, Bridget prays her romance ‘curse’ won’t ruin things. But it’s the attention of her cranky neighbour Sully that seems to be the major obstacle in her life. Why is he going to so much effort to get under her skin? With the help of her close friends and the colourful characters who frequent her library, Bridget decides to put both men to the test by finding just the right books to capture their very different hearts. She soon discovers that not all romances start with a meet-cute, but they might just end in happily ever after… Written by Australia’s most beloved romance writer, The Other Bridget is a delightfully uplifting book about books, and a gorgeous celebration of the power and pleasure of romance novels throughout the ages. ' The Other Bridget has everything a booklover could want in a great read. Our protagonist is a delight. Tick. She works with books. Tick. There’s an all-star supporting cast. Tick. The two love interests are perfectly cast and the chemistry sizzles. Tick-tick. But also, this exceptional story has so much heart, humour and intelligence. I often laughed out loud and, yes, I even got teary. It delivers. The Other Bridget is Rachael at the top of her game. The writing sings. It’s a superb celebration of libraries, friendship and books. It will be difficult to top this for a feelgood read this year.' Better Reading 'Pure sunshine for the soul. I just loved it!' Tess Woods

80. Chai Time at Cinnamon Gardens - Shankari Chandran

Shankari Chandran - Chai Time at Cinnamon Gardens artwork Chai Time at Cinnamon Gardens
WINNER OF THE MILES FRANKLIN LITERARY AWARD
Shankari Chandran
Genre: Fiction & Literature
Price: $14.99
Publish Date: 05 Jan 2022
Publisher: Ultimo Press
Seller: Hardie Grant books PTY Ltd

WINNER OF THE MILES FRANKLIN LITERARY AWARD ‘Deftly traversing time, culture and continent to weave a tale of both home and unbelonging, this is truly a novel not to be missed.’ - Maxine Beneba Clarke, author of Foreign Soil and The Hate Race ‘Chandran is an excellent storyteller.’ - The Weekend Australian ‘This is an engaging story that feels both urgent and necessary. It is also a terrific read.’ - The Daily Telegraph ‘this story burns with anger and sings with optimism, sprinkled through with moments of levity and humour.’ - The Canberra Times   Welcome to Cinnamon Gardens, a home for those who are lost and the stories they treasure. Cinnamon Gardens Nursing Home is nestled in the quiet suburb of Westgrove, Sydney – populated with residents with colourful histories, each with their own secrets, triumphs and failings. This is their safe place, an oasis of familiar delights – a beautiful garden, a busy kitchen and a bountiful recreation schedule. But this ordinary neighbourhood is not without its prejudices. The serenity of Cinnamon Gardens is threatened by malignant forces more interested in what makes this refuge different rather than embracing the calm companionship that makes this place home to so many. As those who challenge the residents’ existence make their stand against the nursing home with devastating consequences, our characters are forced to reckon with a country divided. Chai Time at Cinnamon Gardens  is about family and memory, community and race, but is ultimately a love letter to storytelling and how our stories shape who we are. 'Wise and dignified.' - The Australian Women's Weekly ‘An engrossing, urgent, warm, wise and utterly, utterly beautiful novel.’ - Emily Maguire, author of An Isolated Incident and Love Objects ‘ This is a book that requires concentration and full immersion – but it will reward the reader for that investment.’ - The Guardian ‘a powerful, compassionate novel about friendship, family, community-building, and the racism faced by members of diasporic communities in this country.’ - The AU Review

81. Lessons in Chemistry - Bonnie Garmus

Bonnie Garmus - Lessons in Chemistry artwork Lessons in Chemistry
The multi-million-copy bestseller
Bonnie Garmus
Genre: Fiction & Literature
Price: $14.99
Publish Date: 05 Apr 2022
Publisher: Transworld
Seller: The Random House Group Limited

THE NEW YORK TIMES AND SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER, WITH OVER 6 MILLION COPIES SOLD Now a major Apple TV series starring Brie Larson 'The most charming, life-enhancing novel I've read in ages ' Sunday Times ' Thought-provoking and stylish ' Guardian ___________ Your ability to change everything - including yourself - starts here Chemist Elizabeth Zott is not your average woman. In fact, she would be the first to point out that there is no such thing. But it's the early 1960s and her all-male team at Hastings Research Institute take a very unscientific view of equality. Forced to leave her job at the institute, she soon finds herself the reluctant star of America's most beloved cooking show, Supper at Six. But as her following grows, not everyone is happy. Because as it turns out, Elizabeth Zott isn't just teaching women to cook. She's daring them to change the status quo. One molecule at a time. __________ A Book of the Year, 2022, for: Guardian, Times, Sunday Times, New York Times, Good Housekeeping, Woman & Home, Stylist, TLS Oprah Daily, Newsweek, Mail on Sunday, Entertainment Weekly, NPR, India Knight, Hay Festival, Amazon, Books are My Bag (2023) and many more Waterstones Author of the Year, 2022 Winner of the Goodreads Choice Best Debut Novel Award, 2022 Author of the Year at the British Book Awards, 2023 As read on BBC Radio Four A BBC TV 'Between the Covers' pick, May 2022 Hay Festival Book of the Year, 2022 Winner of the Books are My Bag Reader's Choice Award, 2023 Winner of the Books are My Bag Breakthrough Author Award, 2023 Shortlisted for the HWA Crown Award, 2023 'I loved Lessons in Chemistry and am devastated to have finished it!' Nigella Lawson 'Laugh-out-loud funny and brimming with life, generosity and courage' Rachel Joyce 'Witty and sometimes hilarious ... the Catch-22 of early feminism' Stephen King Number 1 Sunday Times bestseller, March 2023 New York Times bestseller, February 2024

82. Man Splain - Vanessa Vale

Vanessa Vale - Man Splain artwork Man Splain
Vanessa Vale
Genre: Romance
Price: $6.99
Publish Date: 20 Jun 2023
Publisher: Bridger Meida
Seller: Bridger Media

A one-night stand turns into finding The One. The very, very hard way. I'm a billionaire CEO. I'm the expert fixer. It's literally my job to make sure everything goes to plan. I'm really f-ing good at it. Until Eve refuses a corporate loan to keep her coffee shop afloat solely because we had a slightly-drunk quickie. It makes me crazy. Insane. Frustrated. Turned on. Why? I discover the stubborn woman chooses to be a cam girl to pay her bills instead of accepting the loan! Of course, I step in. Because: 1. I need to make this right 2. There's no way another man is going to glimpse one gorgeous inch of her 3. It's my fault so I buy up all her cam time and give her the money this way instead. She doesn't even need to know Problem fixed. Except this is one plan I didn't think through. She doesn't know I'm the same guy she's falling for on and off the screen. What happens when I can't fix everything? Turns out, I may need Eve's help with the parts of me I didn't know were even broken.

83. The Covenant of Water - Abraham Verghese

Abraham Verghese - The Covenant of Water artwork The Covenant of Water
An Oprah's Book Club Selection
Abraham Verghese
Genre: Fiction & Literature
Price: $11.99
Publish Date: 18 May 2023
Publisher: Grove Press UK
Seller: Faber and Faber

OPRAH'S BOOK CLUB PICK INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER SUBJECT OF A SIX-PART SUPER SOUL PODCAST SERIES HOSTED BY OPRAH WINFREY ONE OF BARACK OBAMA'S BEST BOOKS OF 2023 'One of the best books I've read in my entire life. It's epic. It's transportive . . . It was unputdownable!' Oprah Winfrey, OprahDaily.com Spanning the years 1900 to 1977, The Covenant of Water follows a family in southern India that suffers a peculiar affliction: in every generation, at least one person dies by drowning - and in Kerala, water is everywhere. At the turn of the century a twelve-year-old girl, grieving the death of her father, is sent by boat to her wedding, where she will meet her forty-year-old husband for the first time. From this poignant beginning, the young girl and future matriarch - known as Big Ammachi - will witness unthinkable changes at home and at large over the span of her extraordinary life, full of the joys and trials of love and the struggles of hardship. A shimmering evocation of a lost India and of the passage of time itself, The Covenant of Water is a hymn to progress in medicine and to human understanding, and a humbling testament to the hardships undergone by past generations for the sake of those alive today. Imbued with humour, deep emotion and the essence of life, it is one of the most masterful literary novels published in recent years.

84. The Wedding Caper (The Complete Series) - Laura Briggs

Laura Briggs - The Wedding Caper (The Complete Series) artwork The Wedding Caper (The Complete Series)
Laura Briggs
Genre: Romance
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: 23 Jun 2016
Publisher: Laura Briggs
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

Fans of The Wedding Caper and its plucky heroine, Gwen—the complete trilogy is now available in this special book bundle, along with an exclusive, never-before-released holiday novella! This bundle includes: The Wedding Caper: When a case of mistaken identity lands Gwen in the role of her wedding planner boss, she faces the demands of a socialite bride and her domineering mother. Tasks like “firing” the best man and renting hot air balloons. But the one complication she can’t handle is falling for the groom. Stealing her boss’ identity was easy–but can she stop her secret crush from stealing her heart? The Holiday Bride: Wedding planner Gwen is back, and this time, it’s her own happy-ever-after that’s on the schedule. But Gwen’s wish for a Christmas Day ceremony is waylaid when a celebrity bride asks her to plan the marriage event of the season. With Gwen’s former boss rooting for her failure—and her tiny agency’s reputation on the line—can Gwen make her client’s dreams come true and still be a holiday bride? The Bride Has Two Faces: In the best-selling novella The Wedding Caper, meek heroine Gwen encountered zany obstacles—and true love–while impersonating her famous wedding planner boss. In this lighthearted sequel, her own protégé, Beatrice, risks her heart and her job while planning her ex-boyfriend’s wedding to a bride with a Jekyll/Hyde complex. Can Beatrice survive this bridezilla with her heart and career still intact? Special bonus story A Christmas Caper: When Ryan surprises Gwen with the perfect holiday vacation as a Christmas present, the two of them can't wait to get away to a rustic ski lodge for a week in the pristine mountain slopes. But Gwen's mind is still stuck on her job, until she finds an unlikely problem in need of untangling, involving two unhappy guests, a wedding-that-wasn't, and a coincidence that has them both trapped by their mistakes for the holidays. Between her promise to Ryan to make this week magical for the two of them and her desperate need to help a heartbroken couple find happiness again, will Gwen's planning instincts leave her holiday a disaster? Or will ‘A Christmas Caper’ cooked up by Gwen's imagination inspire wedding bells in an unforgettable New Year's Eve?

85. A Very Private School - Charles Spencer

Charles Spencer - A Very Private School artwork A Very Private School
Charles Spencer
Genre: Biographies & Memoirs
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 12 Mar 2024
Publisher: William Collins
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

In this poignant memoir, Charles Spencer recounts the trauma of being sent away from home at age eight to attend a boarding school. A Very Private School offers a clear-eyed, firsthand account of a culture of cruelty at the school Spencer attended in his youth and provides important insights into an antiquated boarding system. Drawing on the memories of many of his schoolboy contemporaries, as well as his own letters and diaries from the time, he reflects on the hopelessness and abandonment he felt aged eight, viscerally describing the intense pain of homesickness and the appalling inescapability of it all. Exploring the long-lasting impact of his experiences, Spencer presents a candid reckoning with his past and a reclamation of his childhood. Reviews EARLY PRAISE FOR A VERY PRIVATE SCHOOL ‘Spencer is acutely observant of the myriad power imbalances at play within this imperial throwback. There has been a steady stream of books about boarding schools in recent years… but two things mark Spencer out from the crowd. First, he is by title and birth the ultimate establishment man, but he’s still prepared to take on the shibboleths of his class and upbringing. Second, his turn of phrase is often delightful. A painstaking and traumatic process, but one for which any reader must surely give a cheer' Daily Telegraph, five-star review ‘Moving and beautifully written, what Spencer’s courageous book reveals will be horribly familiar to the thousands of us who endured the same vile abuse in dozens of schools that were clones of each other. Most of us will go to our graves with the wounds unhealed' Louis de Bernieres 'This is a powerful, unforgettable story of childhood trauma, and the dark secrets and savagery of the past, told with a searing honesty and clarity that is ultimately redemptive' Justine Picardie ‘A detailed piece of modern history, A Very Private School chronicles the damage done to its author and many of his contemporaries in what John Le Carre called our ‘disgraceful’ private boarding system. It is a vivid, and enraging narrative of systemic brutality down the years, tolerated in silence, unprosecuted, whose consequences affect all our lives' James Fox About the author Charles Spencer was educated at Eton College and obtained his degree in Modern History at Magdalen College, Oxford. He was a reporter on NBC’s Today show from 1986 until 1995, and is the author of seven books, including the Sunday Times bestsellers The White Ship: Conquest, Anarchy and the Wrecking of Henry I’s Dream (picked as a Best Book Of The Year by The Daily Telegraph, The Guardian, The Daily Mail And The Daily Express), Blenheim: Battle for Europe (shortlisted for History Book of the Year, National Book Awards) and Killers of the King: The Men Who Dared to Execute Charles I.

86. Ten Seconds - Robert Gold

Robert Gold - Ten Seconds artwork Ten Seconds
'If you're looking for a gripping thriller that twists and turns, Robert Gold delivers' Harlan Coben
Robert Gold
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $15.99
Publish Date: 14 Mar 2024
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
Seller: Hachette Australia Pty Ltd

' Ten Seconds will keep you up all night' HARLAN COBEN ***Broadchurch meets Harlan Coben in the most compulsive thriller you'll read all year. Whether you've read Twelve Secrets and Eleven Liars , or whether you're discovering Robert Gold for the first time, this is your next addictive read.*** __________ After a tense birthday celebration in Haddley, journalist Ben Harper watches his boss, Madeline, get into the car that has come to collect her. He walks home, never imagining that by the next morning, Madeline will be missing. To find Madeline, Ben will have to return to the now infamous murder case that made her journalism career over a decade ago. A case which, Ben quickly discovers, was never as simple as it seemed. But time is of the essence, and soon it's not just Madeline's life on the line . . . __________ PRAISE FOR ROBERT GOLD 'Superb' LISA JEWELL 'This is what every other thriller aspires to be' Reader Review 'Utterly absorbing' SHARI LAPENA 'Excellent' LEE CHILD 'My new favourite author' Reader Review 'One of a kind' JAMES PATTERSON 'Unputdownable' KARIN SLAUGHTER' ___________________

87. The Family Inheritance - Tricia Stringer

Tricia Stringer - The Family Inheritance artwork The Family Inheritance
Tricia Stringer
Genre: Fiction & Literature
Price: $2.99
Publish Date: 01 Oct 2020
Publisher: HQ Fiction
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

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.

88. Before This Ends - Aurora Rose Reynolds

Aurora Rose Reynolds - Before This Ends artwork Before This Ends
Aurora Rose Reynolds
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Price: $7.99
Publish Date: 14 Mar 2024
Publisher: Aurora Rose reynolds
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

Miles Thatcher and I would not have gotten together if my life had gone according to plan. Recently single with her whole life up in the air, Emma Abate knows that getting into any kind of relationship, is a bad idea. Especially when the man she finds herself drawn to is Miles Thatcher, a single father, and a man that seems determined to break down every barricade she places between them. Could this be real? Miles doesn't do complicated. But it's difficult to remember all the reasons why Emma is supposed to be off limits when she begins to fill a void in his and his daughters' life, a void that he never realized was there, until her. Before this ends  will Miles and Emma realize they have something worth fighting for? Or will his job as a detective, the murder of two young women, and Emma's past get the best of them before they ever get the chance? Life is never simple, and neither is love.

89. House of Earth and Blood - Sarah J. Maas

Sarah J. Maas - House of Earth and Blood artwork House of Earth and Blood
Sarah J. Maas
Genre: Fantasy
Price: $16.99
Publish Date: 03 Mar 2020
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Seller: Bookwire Gesellschaft zum Vertrieb digitaler Medien mbH

Think Game of Thrones meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a drizzle of E.L. James - Telegraph Perfect for fans of Jessica Jones and True Blood, this is a blockbuster modern fantasy set in a divided world where one woman must uncover the truth to seek her revenge. Half-Fae, half-human Bryce Quinlan loves her life. Every night is a party and Bryce is going to savour all the pleasures Lunathion – also known as Crescent City – has to offer. But then a brutal murder shakes the very foundations of the city, and brings Bryce's world crashing down. Two years later, Bryce still haunts the city's most notorious nightclubs – but seeking only oblivion now. Then the murderer attacks again. And when an infamous Fallen angel, Hunt Athalar, is assigned to watch her every footstep, Bryce knows she can't forget any longer. As Bryce and Hunt fight to unravel the mystery, and their own dark pasts, the threads they tug ripple through the underbelly of the city, across warring continents, and down to the deepest levels of Hel, where things that have been sleeping for millennia are beginning to stir ... With unforgettable characters and page-turning suspense, this richly inventive new fantasy series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas delves into the heartache of loss, the price of freedom – and the power of love.

90. The Irish Pub Cookbook - Margaret M. Johnson

Margaret M. Johnson - The Irish Pub Cookbook artwork The Irish Pub Cookbook
Margaret M. Johnson
Genre: Regional & Ethnic
Price: $1.99
Publish Date: 01 Feb 2013
Publisher: Chronicle Books LLC
Seller: OpenRoad Integrated Media, LLC

More than seventy amazing Irish pub recipes, from the classic favorites you love to the contemporary specialties sure to delight. Talk about the luck of the Irish! One of the most beloved of Irish institutions (there are more than one thousand in Dublin alone), the traditional pub has served generations as the venue for local gossip, sporting news, a ceilidh or two, literary soirees, real estate deals, political debates, revolutionary plots, and, lest we forget, for knocking back a pint of Guinness or a “ball of malt.” The food’s not bad either—as The Irish Pub Cookbook so deliciously demonstrates. It’s a celebration of more than seventy pub classics: thick soups and stews; savory tarts and meaty pies; big bowls of salad (times change!); and desserts of the seconds-are-always-appropriate variety. There’s shepherd’s pie, fish and chips, seafood chowder, and whiskey bread pudding for those with a taste for the quintessential. Contemporary specialties such as Bacon, Blue Cheese, and Courgette Soup; Salmon Cakes with Dill and Wine Sauce; Braised Lambshanks with Red Currants; and White Chocolate Terrine spotlight modern Irish cooking’s richly deserved acclaim. Complete with pub photos, history, and lore, nobody leaves hungry when The Irish Pub Cookbook is in the kitchen. Praise for The Irish Pub Cookbook “In The Irish Heritage Cookbook , Johnson continues on her mission to inform Americans that contemporary Irish cooking means not just a rustic, stick-to-your-ribs Irish Stew with Brown Soda Bread, but also Green Tomato Tarte Tatin, as original and sophisticated as one found anywhere in Europe. The book reads like a tourist itinerary for hungry pub crawlers . . . and shares history on favorite pubs and their famous and infamous patrons and proprietors. Leigh Beish’s full-page photos deliver elegant interpretations of humble pub grub like Bacon and Cabbage, and Ploughman’s Lunch.” — Publishers Weekly

91. Finn's Fury (Riot MC Biloxi #8) - Karen Renee

Karen Renee - Finn's Fury (Riot MC Biloxi #8) artwork Finn's Fury (Riot MC Biloxi #8)
Karen Renee
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: 19 Mar 2024
Publisher: Karen Renee
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

The night my cousin invites me to a party at the Riot MC compound, I discover a world like no other. The Riot MC clubhouse is the first place I feel safe. These bikers protect each other, but they are fierce when protecting their women. I want their protection so bad. It is a driving, vehement need. Finn is the one brother I avoid. We had a wild and crazy weekend together. I thought we connected. His actions say I thought wrong. When he corners me at a party to explain those actions, everything changes. He’s still the only brother who sees me differently. He sees me as his. The moment Finn discovers I’m being abused, he demands answers. His fury is overwhelming. When he finds out my father is behind the violence, he thinks the solution is simple. Nothing is ever simple in my life. He’s determined to keep me safe at any cost, but it could cost us our lives.

92. Empire of the Damned - Jay Kristoff

Jay Kristoff - Empire of the Damned artwork Empire of the Damned
Jay Kristoff
Genre: Fantasy
Price: $12.99
Publish Date: 29 Feb 2024
Publisher: HarperVoyager
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

The highly anticipated sequel to the SUNDAY TIMES bestselling EMPIRE OF THE VAMPIRE 'Bloody brilliant' V.E. Schwab ‘A ripping read’ Joe Abercrombie Gabriel de León has saved the Holy Grail from death, but his chance to end the endless night is lost. After turning his back on his silversaint brothers once and for all, Gabriel and the Grail set out to learn the truth of how Daysdeath might finally be undone. But the last silversaint faces peril, within and without. Pursued by children of the Forever King, drawn into wars and webs centuries in the weaving, and ravaged by his own rising bloodlust, Gabriel may not survive to see the truth of the Grail revealed. A truth that may be too awful for any to imagine. Reviews ‘If you were bitten by Empire Of The Vampire, you’ll know what to expect; if not, here’s another beautifully constructed, epic maelstrom of high-stakes gore and adventure… Awesome.’ Daily Mail Praise for EMPIRE OF THE VAMPIRE ‘A ripping read – dark as black coffee and savage as a slit throat’ Joe Abercrombie, bestselling author of the First Law trilogy ‘A gothic bloodbath that will leave any reader breathless. The story is a vast apocalyptic canvas, reminiscent of Justin Cronin’s THE PASSAGE or even Stephen King’s THE STAND, yet Kristoff’s work stands on its own ruthless merit as the opening gambit of a richer tale yet to unfold. I can’t wait to return again to this rich, lush, and bloody world. Until then, read this book now!’ James Rollins, no.1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of THE LAST ODYSSEY and THE STARLESS CROWN ‘A wonderfully crafted tale, the pieces as meticulously interlocked as fine woodwork. A chilling new take on vampire lore and those who must battle that darkness. EMPIRE OF THE VAMPIRE looks fearlessly at how ruthless Good must become when confronted with unrelenting Evil’ Robin Hobb, SUNDAY TIMES and NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of THE ASSASSIN’S APPRENTICE 'Brilliant and unputdownable, with tenderness and light bound into the bitter dark of a grim and fascinating world' Laini Taylor, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of STRANGE THE DREAMER 'This book is bloody brilliant' V.E. Schwab, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of THE INVISIBLE LIFE OF ADDIE LARUE About the author Jay Kristoff is the NEW YORK TIMES and internationally bestselling author of The Lotus War, The Illuminae Files, and The Nevernight Chronicle. He is a winner of five Aurealis Awards, nominee for the David Gemmell Morningstar and Legend awards, named multiple times in the Kirkus and Amazon Best Teen Books lists and published in over thirty-five countries, most of which he has never visited. He is as surprised about all of this as you are. Jay is 6’7’’ and has approximately 11,935 days to live. He abides in Melbourne with his secret agent kung-fu assassin wife. He does not believe in happy endings.

93. The Last Widow - Karin Slaughter

Karin Slaughter - The Last Widow artwork The Last Widow
Karin Slaughter
Genre: Crime & Thrillers
Price: $3.99
Publish Date: 01 Jul 2019
Publisher: HarperCollins
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

New York Times bestselling author Karin Slaughter brings back Will Trent and Sara Linton in this superb and timely thriller full of devious twists, disturbing secrets, and shocking surprises you won't see coming. It begins with an abduction. The routine of a family shopping trip is shattered when Michelle Spivey is snatched as she leaves the mall with her young daughter. The police search for her, her partner pleads for her release, but it's as if she disappeared into thin air. A month later, on a sleepy Sunday afternoon, medical examiner Sara Linton is at lunch with her boyfriend Will Trent, an agent with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. But the serenity of the summer's day is broken by the wail of sirens. Sara and Will are trained to run towards an emergency, not away from it. But on this one terrible day that instinct betrays them. Within hours the situation has spiralled out of control. And the fallout will lead them into the Appalachian mountains, to the terrible truth about really happened to Michelle, and to a remote compound where a radical group has murder in mind ... PRAISE FOR THE LAST WIDOW: 'With a plot as timely as it is riveting ... this is one of her best' Booklist 'Prepare for a rollercoaster ride, Slaughter is back with a vengeance' Woman magazine, UK 'Enthralling, fast-paced, tense and compulsive' It's All About the Books

94. Boy Swallows Universe - Trent Dalton

Trent Dalton - Boy Swallows Universe artwork Boy Swallows Universe
The beloved multi-award winning international bestseller, now a major Netflix series
Trent Dalton
Genre: Literary Fiction
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: 01 Jul 2018
Publisher: 4th Estate
Seller: HarperCollins Australia Pty Limited

'The best Australian novel I have read in more than a decade' Sydney Morning Herald 'Astonishing, captivating ... a wild, beautiful, heart-exploding ride' Elizabeth Gilbert The bestselling novel that has taken Australia, and the world, by storm. Brisbane, 1985: A lost father, a mute brother, a junkie mum, a heroin dealer for a stepfather and a notorious crim for a babysitter. It's not as if Eli Bell's life isn't complicated enough already. He's just trying to follow his heart and understand what it means to be a good man, but fate keeps throwing obstacles in his way - not the least of which is Tytus Broz, legendary Brisbane drug dealer. But now Eli's life is going to get a whole lot more serious: he's about to meet the father he doesn't remember, break into Boggo Road Gaol on Christmas Day to rescue his mum, come face to face with the criminals who tore his world apart, and fall in love with the girl of his dreams. A story of brotherhood, true love and the most unlikely of friendships, Boy Swallows Universe will be the most heartbreaking, joyous and exhilarating novel you will read all year. Awards: 2019 ABIA Book of the Year Award, Winner 2019 Indie Book Award, Winner 2019 UTS Glenda Adams Award for New Writing, NSW Premier's Literary Awards, Winner 2019 People's Choice Award, NSW Premier's Literary Awards, Winner MUD Literary Prize 2019, Winner 2019 ABIA Matt Richell Award for New Writer of the Year, Winner 2019 ABIA Literary Fiction Book of the Year, Winner 2019 ABIA Audiobook of the Year, Winner 2019 Miles Franklin Literary Award, Longlisted 2019 Colin Roderick Award, shortlist Reviews: 'Boy Swallows Universe is a wonderful surprise: sharp as a drawer full of knives in terms of subject matter; unrepentantly joyous in its child's-eye view of the world; the best literary debut in a month of Sundays.' The Australian 'Boy Swallows Universe hypnotizes you with wonder, and then hammers you with heartbreak.' Washington Post 'This thrilling novel' New York Times Book Review 'Marvelously plot-rich ... filled with beautifully lyric prose ...At one point Eli wonders if he is good. The answer is "yes," every bit as good as this exceptional novel.' Booklist 'Dalton's splashy, stellar debut makes the typical coming-of-age novel look bland by comparison ... This is an outstanding debut.' Publisher's Weekly (starred review) 'Extraordinary and beautiful storytelling' Guardian

95. From Blood and Ash - Jennifer L. Armentrout

Jennifer L. Armentrout - From Blood and Ash artwork From Blood and Ash
Jennifer L. Armentrout
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Price: $10.99
Publish Date: 30 Mar 2020
Publisher: Blue Box Press
Seller: Evil Eye Concepts, Inc.

Captivating and action-packed, From Blood and Ash is a sexy, addictive, and unexpected fantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Laura Thalassa. A Maiden… Chosen from birth to usher in a new era, Poppy’s life has never been her own. The life of the Maiden is solitary. Never to be touched. Never to be looked upon. Never to be spoken to. Never to experience pleasure. Waiting for the day of her Ascension, she would rather be with the guards, fighting back the evil that took her family, than preparing to be found worthy by the gods. But the choice has never been hers. A Duty… The entire kingdom’s future rests on Poppy’s shoulders, something she’s not even quite sure she wants for herself. Because a Maiden has a heart. And a soul. And longing. And when Hawke, a golden-eyed guard honor bound to ensure her Ascension, enters her life, destiny and duty become tangled with desire and need. He incites her anger, makes her question everything she believes in, and tempts her with the forbidden. A Kingdom… Forsaken by the gods and feared by mortals, a fallen kingdom is rising once more, determined to take back what they believe is theirs through violence and vengeance. And as the shadow of those cursed draws closer, the line between what is forbidden and what is right becomes blurred. Poppy is not only on the verge of losing her heart and being found unworthy by the gods, but also her life when every blood-soaked thread that holds her world together begins to unravel. Reviews for From Blood and Ash : "Dreamy, twisty, steamy escapism. Take me back!" -New York Times bestseller Wendy Higgins “Jennifer Armentrout has the power to control my emotions with every word she writes. From swooning to crying to racing through the pages to find out what happens next, I couldn't stop reading about Hawke and Poppy, and you won't be able to either.” - Brigid Kemmerer, New York Times Bestselling Author of A Curse So Dark and Lonely  “Action, adventure, sexiness, and angst! From Blood and Ash has it all and double that. So many feels and so many moments it made me cheer for the character. Read. This. Book! You'll be obsessed!” -  Tijan NYT bestselling author “From Blood and Ash is a phenomenal fantasy novel that is filled to the brim with danger, mystery and heart melting romance. I loved every single second of it and I couldn’t get enough of this new fantastical world. A heart stopping start to what is clearly going to be a stunning series, perfect for both those who love fantasy and those who are new to the genre. A must read.” Kayleigh, K-Books "If you think you are ready for From Blood and Ash, think again. Jennifer L. Armentrout has woven a new fantasy universe that will leave you reeling. Filled with action, heart wrenching twists and the most delicious romance, this unputdownable novel comes with a warning: keep a fan close by, because the temperatures are about to rise." Elena, The Bibliotheque Blo “In this exciting new novel by Jennifer L. Armentrout, she introduces a fantastical world filled with immense detail, and characters who are poignant and fierce, Jennifer truly has out done herself!” – BookBesties  “From Blood and Ash is a fantastic fantasy that will hook you immediately from the very first page! I loved every single moment and all of the characters are ones you will fall in love with! Jennifer L. Armentrout has done it again with her amazing writing skills and lots of detail! Get this book immediately!!!” - Amanda @Stuck In YA Books “Jennifer has stepped into the fantasy genre with this absolutely amazing novel. With characters you will love and more than a few twists and turns, get ready for one amazing adventure.” -Perpetual Fangirl "This magnificent book has so many pieces in it: fantasy, mystery, forbidden romance, supernatural, lies, deceit, betrayal, love, friendship, family. And so, so, so many secrets your head will be spinning. Jennifer L. Armentrout has created another masterpiece that I will be rushing to buy, and will be telling everyone to read it ASAP!" ~Jeraca @My Nose in YA Books “From Blood to Ash is the first high fantasy book from Jennifer L Armentrout, but hopefully not the last. Like all her other works, her ability to create worlds, create swoon worthy men, and feisty strong female characters is amazing. Fantasy, mystery, romance, betrayal, love, and steamy scenes, this book has it all.” - Lisa @ The Blonde Book Lover “From Blood & Ash is everything we love about JLA’s fantasy writing...pumped up on steroids. There’s epic world building and plot twists, a strong female lead, a swoon worthy book hottie, a steamy forbidden love story, and side characters that can’t help but steal your heart. My mind was blown by the end of this book.” - Kris S. (frantic4romantic) “Step into an exciting new fantasy world by Jennifer L. Armentrout, From Blood And Ash takes you on a fantastic ride with twists and turns galore. Characters you will love to laugh and cry with. A phenomenal start to an exciting new series.” - Lori Dunn an avid reader “From Blood and Ash was everything I wanted in a high fantasy novel. The myths, the legends, the epic romance, and an adventure that will keep you on your toes beginning to end. I couldn’t put the book down. Truly a brilliant start to what I believe will be yet another amazing series by Jennifer L. Armentrout." –Sabrina, Books Are My Life “Jennifer L. Armentrout takes her first step into the high fantasy genre with From Blood and Ash. A story of forbidden love, lies, secrets, and betrayal - it will leave you wanting more after the very last page.” - Love Just Is Books “From Blood and Ash is like reading my favorite book for first time.” - Raquel Herrera “With From Blood and Ash, Jennifer Armentrout successfully takes on the genre of high fantasy, proving, once again, that she is a master of her craft. Filled with epic adventure, forbidden romance, deceit, lies, and betrayal, FB&A draws you in from page one and refuses to let go!” - Erica, The Rest Just Falls Away “Jennifer L. Armentrout comes trough once again with From Blood and Ash as it kept me enthralled throughout the full book. You won't be able to put down this epic story once you start.” - Julalicious Book Paradise “From Blood and Ash strikes the perfect balance between fantasy and romance elements leaving the world feeling live in and full while allowing the relationship between the main characters feeling real and authentic.” - Nads Book Nook, Nadine Bergeron “Be prepared to spend your whole day reading From Blood and Ash. Once you start reading this high fantasy novel, you won't want to put it down.” - Love Book Triangle “From Blood and Ash is absolutely breath taking. JLA does what she does best by creating a fantastical world filled with romance, lies, betrayal, adventure and all things we love and expect from JLA characters that melt our hearts and steal our hearts and souls. I cannot wait for the next one!” - Pia Colon “From Blood and Ash, Jennifer L. Armentrout brought to life a high fantasy that is enthralling. Another masterful addition to my collection. Get ready to stay on your toes from start to end.” - Amy Oh, Reader by the Mountains “From Blood and Ash is the first high fantasy novel by Jennifer L Armentrout and she absolutely nails it. This is fantasy for skeptics and unbelievers because it makes you want to be a fantasy fan! This page turner makes you want to devour it in one night and at the same time savor every detail. Heart stopping and inspiring and grips you from page one.” – Tracy Kirby  “An intriguing puzzle of a world, a ruthless hero, a determine heroin, and a plot that will keep you up late, this book is one of the best I've read this year.” – Valerie from Stuck In Books “From Blood and Ash, a thrilling high fantasy that packs a punch, each page will leave you wanting more!” - Tracey, Books & Other Pursuits

96. Holly's Hell - Seven Years in a Thai Prison - Holly Deane-Johns

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Holly Deane-Johns
Genre: Biographies & Memoirs
Price: $12.99
Publish Date: 08 Feb 2024
Publisher: Holly Deane-Johns
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

Holly's Hell is a remarkable story of trauma and redemption. At the age of 29, Holly Deane-Johns was found guilty of attempting to post 15 grams of heroin to Australia from Bangkok. She narrowly avoided the death penalty but received a 31-year prison sentence. She spent seven years in a notorious Thai women's prison, where staying alive was a daily struggle. She learnt Thai and formed enduring friendships with fellow inmates, but faced heartbreak and anguish when some did not survive. Holly overcame her drug addiction for good while she was in prison. After a lengthy battle to obtain a prison transfer, Holly was transferred to a Perth prison in 2007, where she remained for another five years. After her release in 2012, Holly was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. This is the first time she has shared an in-depth account of her life with the world, and it begins with a childhood home that turned violent and dysfunctional.

97. Righteous Hell - J. Robert Kennedy

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J. Robert Kennedy
Genre: Action & Adventure
Price: $5.99
Expected Publish Date: 27 Apr 2024
Publisher: UnderMill Press
Seller: UnderMill Press

“One of the best writers today.” (Johnny Olsen) / “A master storyteller.” (Betty Richard) FROM USA TODAY & MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR J. ROBERT KENNEDY AN UNPRECEDENTED ATTACK WITH AN UNFATHOMABLE TOLL UNLEASHES RIGHTEOUS HELL ON THOSE RESPONSIBLE. When Houthi terrorists rape and murder their way through a cruise ship for the well-heeled, they take hostages as human shields to protect their return to Yemen. The unprecedented attack infuriates the world, and the nations of the victims activate their Special Forces to retrieve those taken. Including America’s elite Delta Force. Tasked with retrieving the daughter of a political insider, Washington sends in Command Sergeant Major Burt “Big Dog” Dawson and his team to save the young woman. And bring justice for those slaughtered in the prime of life. With Righteous Hell , award-winning USA Today and multi-million copy bestselling author J. Robert Kennedy delivers another non-stop pulse-pounding international thriller sure to leave you reading through the night. If you thrive on big action, then you’ll love it when America unleashes Delta on its enemies. Get your copy of Righteous Hell now, and join the Delta Force as they deliver justice to those who would do us and our loved ones harm…

98. The Moon Sister: The Seven Sisters Book 5 - Lucinda Riley

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Lucinda Riley
Genre: Historical Fiction
Price: $12.99
Publish Date: 30 Oct 2018
Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK
Seller: Macmillan Publishers Australia and Pan Macmillan Australia

The Moon Sister is the fifth book in the number one international bestselling Seven Sisters series by Lucinda Riley. After the death of her father - Pa Salt, an elusive billionaire who adopted his six daughters from around the globe - Tiggy D'Aplièse , trusting her instincts, moves to the remote wilds of Scotland. There she takes a job doing what she loves; caring for animals on the vast and isolated Kinnaird estate, employed by the enigmatic and troubled Laird, Charlie Kinnaird. Her decision alters her future irrevocably when Chilly, an ancient gipsy who has lived for years on the estate, tells her that not only does she possess a sixth sense, passed down from her ancestors, but it was foretold long ago that he would be the one to send her back home to Granada in Spain ... In the shadow of the magnificent Alhambra, Tiggy discovers her connection to the fabled gypsy community of Sacromonte, who were forced to flee their homes during the civil war, and to 'La Candela' the greatest flamenco dancer of her generation. From the Scottish Highlands and Spain, to South America and New York, Tiggy follows the trail back to her own exotic but complex past. And under the watchful eye of a gifted gypsy bruja she begins to embrace her own talent for healing. But when fate takes a hand, Tiggy must decide whether to stay with her new-found family or return to Kinnaird, and Charlie...

99. A Light in the Flame - Jennifer L. Armentrout

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A Flesh and Fire Novel
Jennifer L. Armentrout
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Price: $10.99
Publish Date: 15 Nov 2022
Publisher: Blue Box Press
Seller: Evil Eye Concepts, Inc.

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes book two in her Flesh and Fire series… The only one who can save Sera now is the one she spent her life planning to kill. The truth about Sera’s plan is out, shattering the fragile trust forged between her and Nyktos. Surrounded by those distrustful of her, all Sera has is her duty. She will do anything to end Kolis, the false King of Gods, and his tyrannical rule of Iliseeum, thus stopping the threat he poses to the mortal realm. Nyktos has a plan, though, and as they work together, the last thing they need is the undeniable, scorching passion that continues to ignite between them. Sera cannot afford to fall for the tortured Primal, not when a life no longer bound to a destiny she never wanted is more attainable than ever. But memories of their shared pleasure and unrivaled desire are a siren’s call impossible to resist. And as Sera begins to realize that she wants to be more than a Consort in name only, the danger surrounding them intensifies. The attacks on the Shadowlands are increasing, and when Kolis summons them to Court, a whole new risk becomes apparent. The Primal power of Life is growing inside her, pushing her closer to the end of her Culling. And without Nyktos’s love—an emotion he’s incapable of feeling—she won’t survive her Ascension. That is if she even makes it to her Ascension and Kolis doesn’t get to her first. Because time is running out. For both her and the realms.

100. Spy x Family, Vol. 11 - Tatsuya Endo

Tatsuya Endo - Spy x Family, Vol. 11 artwork Spy x Family, Vol. 11
Tatsuya Endo
Genre: Action
Price: $8.99
Publish Date: 19 Mar 2024
Publisher: VIZ Media
Seller: VIZ Media, LLC

Threatened by Yor’s relationship with Melinda Desmond, Anya gets serious about her own friendship scheme. On the way to a museum field trip, however, she and her class become the target of activists looking to free their political allies…

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