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Exit Strategy - Lee Child & Andrew Child Cover Art

Exit Strategy

Exit Strategy Don't miss Reacher's high-octane, gripping new adventure from the global bestselling authors (Jack Reacher, 30) by Lee Child & Andrew Child

'If there is a more iconic character in modern fiction than Jack Reacher, I'd like to meet them.' DAILY MIRROR THE 2025 JACK REACHER THRILLER Jack Reacher will make three stops today. Not all of them were planned for. First – a Baltimore coffee shop. A seat in the corner, facing the door. Black coffee, two refills, no messing about. A minor interruption from two of the customers, but nothing he can’t deal with. As he leaves, a young guy brushes against him in the doorway. Instinctively Reacher checks his pocket. There's no problem. Nothing is missing. Second – a store to buy a coat. Nothing fancy. Something he can ditch when he heads to warmer climes. Large enough to fit a man the size of a bank vault. As he pulls out his cash, he finds something new in his pocket. A handwritten note. A desperate plea for help. Third – wherever this bend in the road takes him. Impressed by the guy's technique and intrigued by the message, Reacher makes it his mission to find out more . . . DON’T MISS THE 30TH JACK REACHER ADVENTURE – AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER NOW. We all need Jack Reacher – a righteous avenger for our troubled times. 'There's only one Jack Reacher. Accept no substitutes.' MICK HERRON 'It's no wonder Jack Reacher is everyone's favourite rebel hero .' KARIN SLAUGHTER 'These books are absolutely addictive . When you pick them up you can't put them down.' GEORGE R. R. MARTIN

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Flesh - David Szalay Cover Art

Flesh

Flesh WINNER OF THE BOOKER PRIZE 2025 by David Szalay

**WINNER OF THE BOOKER PRIZE 2025** 'A masterpiece, told with virtuosic economy… Pure brilliance from the first to the (devastating) last sentence’ India Knight 'Brilliance on every page' Samantha Harvey 'Spare, visceral, urgent, compelling. This book doesn't f**k around' Gary Stevenson ‘ So brilliant and wise on chance, love, sex, money' David Nicholls Through chance, luck and choice, one man’s life takes him from a modest apartment in Hungary to the elite society of London – in this captivating new novel about the forces that make and break our lives Fifteen-year-old István lives with his mother in a quiet apartment complex in Hungary. New to the town and shy, he is unfamiliar with the social rituals at school and soon becomes isolated, with his neighbour – a married woman close to his mother’s age – as his only companion. As these encounters shift into a clandestine relationship, István’s life spirals out of control. Years later, rising through the ranks from the army to the elite circles of London's super-rich, he navigates the twenty-first century's tides of money and power. Torn between love, intimacy, status, and wealth, his newfound riches threaten to undo him completely. ‘How do I get out of a reading slump? This is the book to do that’ Rhianna Dhillon, BBC Radio 4 'A revelatory novel' Sunday Times 'So much searing insight into the way we live now' Observer ‘Refreshing, illuminating and true’ Financial Times 'Compelling and elegant, merciless and poignant' Tessa Hadley 'One of the year’s best novels to date' Daily Mail ‘Utterly engrossing and I read it all in a day’ 5* reader review ‘I was hooked and tried to read this book with any spare moment that I had' 5* reader review A ‘Best Book of 2025’ in the Guardian , Observer , Financial Times , Daily Telegraph and Daily Mail

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The Games Gods Play: The bestselling Greek Gods romantasy epic, perfect for readers of Rebecca Yarros' Onyx Storm and Sarah J Maas - Abigail Owen Cover Art

The Games Gods Play: The bestselling Greek Gods romantasy epic, perfect for readers of Rebecca Yarros' Onyx Storm and Sarah J Maas

The Games Gods Play: The bestselling Greek Gods romantasy epic, perfect for readers of Rebecca Yarros' Onyx Storm and Sarah J Maas by Abigail Owen

THE INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES, #1 USA TODAY BESTSELLER, this dazzling romantasy epic from an award-winning author is A Court of Thorns and Roses meets Percy Jackson in an alternate contemporary world where the gods of mythology never died. For readers of Rebecca Yarros. The gods love to play with us mere mortals. And every hundred years, we let them... I have never been favored by the gods. Far from it, thanks to Zeus. Living as a cursed office clerk for the Order of Thieves, I just keep my head down and hope the capricious beings who rule from Olympus won't notice me. Not an easy feat, given San Francisco is Zeus's patron city, but I make do. I survive. Until the night I tangle with a different god. The worst god. Hades. For the first time ever, the ruthless, mercurial King of the Underworld has entered the Crucible-the deadly contest the gods hold to determine a new ruler to sit on the throne of Olympus. But instead of fighting their own battles, the gods name mortals to compete in their stead. So why in the Underworld did Hades choose me-a sarcastic nobody with a curse on her shoulders-as his champion? And why does my heart trip every time he says I'm his? I don't know if I'm a pawn, bait, or something else entirely to this dangerously tempting god. How can I, when he has more secrets than stars in the sky? Because Hades is playing by his own rules...and Death will win at any cost.

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The Last Honest Woman - Nora Roberts Cover Art

The Last Honest Woman

The Last Honest Woman by Nora Roberts

AVAILABLE DIGITALLY FOR THE FIRST TIME After her husband dies in a racing car crash, Abby O'Hurley Rockwell is left alone with two sons... and secrets to keep. Journalist Dylan Crosby is convinced that there is more to the young widow than meets the eye. But he's unprepared for just how different Abby is from what he expects. Far from being a pampered, spoiled housewife, Abby proves to be a woman of substance, with just enough mystery about her to keep Dylan fascinated - and wanting to know much more . . . The Last Honest Woman can be read as a compelling standalone novel. It is also book one of The O'Hurleys series featuring triplets Abigail, Maddy and Chantel and their brother Trace. The series continues with Dance to the Piper and Skin Deep and is completed by Without a Trace - all now available as eBooks. Includes a preview of Dance to the Piper

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Nash Falls

Nash Falls by David Baldacci

‘Baldacci is the master’ – Jeffrey Archer The start of a pulse-pounding original series from international number one bestselling author David Baldacci. * * * * * Walter Nash is a mild-mannered, happy and successful businessman with a loving family. He has never lifted a weight or fired a gun in anger, and he has no special physical or investigatory skills. The dark world is not a place he knows – until the FBI comes calling on the very day of his estranged Vietnam veteran father’s funeral. They tell him that the company he works for is actually a criminal organization. And they need his help in a risky endeavour to bring it all down. In doing so, Nash’s perfect world is destroyed. And in seeking justice and revenge, Nash must become someone else: a man of violence and physicality who must find traction and purpose in the same dark world that invaded and crushed everything near and dear to him. Can Walter Nash reinvent himself into a weapon of righteousness and justice? The odds are not with him. But bet against Walter Nash at your peril . . . * * * * * KILLER TWISTS. HEROES TO BELIEVE IN. TRUST BALDACCI. ‘One of the world’s thriller masters’ – Daily Mail ‘Baldacci is still peerless’ – The Sunday Times ‘One of the all-time best thriller authors’ – Lisa Gardner ‘Baldacci delivers, every time!’ – Lisa Scottoline ‘A master storyteller’ – Associated Press ‘Baldacci cuts everyone’s grass – Grisham’s, Ludlum’s, even Patricia Cornwell’s – and more than gets away with it’ – People

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Nobody's Girl - Virginia Roberts Giuffre Cover Art

Nobody's Girl

Nobody's Girl A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice by Virginia Roberts Giuffre

The extraordinarily powerful memoir by the late Virginia Roberts Giuffre, the inspirational woman who stood up and spoke out about serial abusers Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER THE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER This is Virginia's story, in her own words. A story that has never been told in full before now. In 2011, Virginia Roberts Giuffre hit the headlines as Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell’s most outspoken victim: the woman whose decision to speak out helped send both serial abusers to prison and whose photograph with Prince Andrew catalysed his fall from grace. But first and foremost, she became known as a voice of courage and resilience for women everywhere. Giuffre’s story demonstrates with extraordinary power that victims are made, not born. And that once you come to truly understand the horrifying impact of abuse, you will never again question why a victim stays, or returns over and over again. In April 2025, Giuffre took her own life. She left behind a memoir written in the years preceding her death and stated unequivocally that she wanted it published. This is the powerful story of an ordinary girl who would grow up to confront adversity and trauma of the darkest form, yet found the strength to move forwards, reclaim her voice and shine a light on evil – advocating for others and fighting for a safer, fairer world. Nobody’s Girl i s a remarkable recounting of one woman’s fortitude in the face of depravity and despair, and the legacy she leaves behind. · ‘ Both devastating and uplifting … fearless and frank - angry and empowering. It speaks to the thousands of other victims out there about how to start fighting back.’ EMILY MAITLIS · ‘This astonishing book left me reaching for breath.’ JULIET NICOLSON · ‘A devastating exposé of power, corruption and abuse ... important, courageous, tragically posthumous. ’ GUARDIAN · ‘The most important (but, honestly, the most traumatic) book I’ve read all year. As painful as this book is to read, please, please do.’ SAM BAKER, THE SHIFT · Startling ... demands that we read with caution, discretion and sensitivity.’ INDEPENDENT · ‘Takes us into unimaginable realms of human suffering ...devastating.’ THE TIMES · It is a personal triumph that [Virginia Roberts Giuffre] chose to speak up and a tragedy that doing so came at such cost. OBSERVER · ‘ Nobody’s Girl is not just a memoir – it’s a template for how difficult it is for victims who have been abused once to escape the cycle.’ NEW STATESMAN

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The Widow

The Widow the unforgettable new courtroom drama from the master of the legal thriller! by John Grisham

'A classic, compulsive, taut and thrilling novel from one of the great storytellers of our time. No one does it better' CHRIS WHITAKER SHE NEEDS A LAWYER. HE NEEDS A PAYDAY. Lawyer Simon Latch is struggling with debt, gambling issues and an impending divorce. But when Eleanor Barnett, an 85-year-old widow, visits his office to secure a new will, it seems his luck has finally changed: she claims she's sitting on a $20 million fortune and no one else knows about it. Once he's hooked the richest client of his career, Simon works quietly to keep her wealth under the radar. But it's a terrible mistake. Hidden secrets have a way of being found out, and when Eleanor is hospitalised after a car accident, Simon realises that nothing is as it seems. As events spiral out of control, he finds himself on trial for a crime he swears he didn't commit: murder. The Widow is classic Grisham courtroom drama combined with a confounding murder mystery that will enthral his legion of fans. 💥350+ million copies, 45 languages, 10 blockbuster films: JOHN GRISHAM IS THE MASTER OF THE LEGAL THRILLER💥

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Evil Bones - Kathy Reichs Cover Art

Evil Bones

Evil Bones by Kathy Reichs

New York Times bestselling author Kathy Reichs returns with a twisty, unputdownable thriller featuring forensic anthropologist Temperance Brennan,  who finds herself enmeshed in a series of grisly animal killings that turn into something far more sinister. Of all the creatures in the world, only humans have the capacity for evil ... Small animals – a rat, a rabbit, a squirrel – have been turning up throughout Charlotte, North Carolina, mutilated and displayed in the same bizarre manner. But one day, as Tempe is relaxing at home alongside her aimless, moody great-niece Tory, she’s diverted by a disturbing call. Now, it seems, the perp is upping the ante. This find is larger. Could the remains be human? Tempe visits the scene and discovers that the victim is a dog. Someone’s pet. As someone who has always found animal cruelty deeply abhorrent, Tempe vows to help apprehend the person responsible for the killings, and due to Tory’s especially layered knowledge of animal behaviour, the young woman turns out to be a valuable ally in the hunt for answers. Oddly, Tempe discovers that semi-retired homicide detective Erskine ‘Skinny’ Slidell is equally outraged and committed. Needing a better understanding of possible motives, Tempe and Skinny seek input from a forensic psychologist. The doctor has no definitive answer but offers several possibilities, warning that the escalating pattern of aggression suggests even more macabre discoveries – and that the perp’s focus may soon shift to humans. And then it happens. A woman is found disfigured and posed in a manner that mimics the earlier killings. As Tempe and Slidell follow the horrifying clues to a shocking conclusion, they’re forced to confront an increasingly terrifying question: ‘What is pure evil?’  

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The New York Sullivans, Books 1-3 - Bella Andre Cover Art

The New York Sullivans, Books 1-3

The New York Sullivans, Books 1-3 by Bella Andre

THREE ENCHANTING, BESTSELLING ROMANCES ABOUT THE NEW YORK SULLIVANS (BOOKS 1-3) "I finished the book at one in the morning because I couldn't put it down. I laughed out loud, cried and fell in love. An amazing read!" 5 stars
 Millions of readers around the world have fallen in love with The Sullivans! EVERY BEAT OF MY HEART (New York Sullivans, Book 1) “You are cordially invited to a very special wedding…” What do you get when two Sullivans pick the same wedding date? Two super-sexy grooms. Two beautiful brides. Two very unconventional (four-legged and furry) ring bearers. And Sullivans from around the world coming together to celebrate vows of forever with auto mogul Zach Sullivan and dog trainer Heather Linsey—and pro baseball star Ryan Sullivan and sculptor Vicki Bennett. This is the double wedding millions of Sullivan fans have been waiting for… NOW THAT I’VE FOUND YOU (New York Sullivans, Book 2) World-renowned artist Drake Sullivan doesn’t paint women. Ever. Not when he knows all too well just how destructive the painter/muse relationship can be. But on the day Rosa Bouchard walks onto the cliffs outside his Montauk cottage, Drake is so captivated that he can’t stop himself from bringing her to life on canvas. Shocked and horrified by the nude photos of herself that have just hit the Internet, reality TV star Rosa’s every instinct is to run from her Miami home and hide. She plans to lie low until she can figure out how to deal with the media firestorm—but te last thing Rosa expects is to find, and to fall for, a sinfully sexy man like Drake Sullivan. Drake has never felt this way about anything he’s painted…and he’s definitely never felt this way about a woman. But can he convince Rosa to trust—and to love—again after such a devastating betrayal? SINCE I FELL FOR YOU (New York Sullivans, Book 3) Suzanne Sullivan doesn’t need a bodyguard. As one of the most successful digital security specialists in the world, she can definitely take care of herself. Unfortunately, her three brothers don’t agree. So when Mr. Way-Too-Handsome shows up, determined to protect her, sparks definitely start to fly. Because she has absolutely no intention of falling for the bodyguard she never wanted in the first place… The last thing Roman Huson needs is to fall for the woman he’s been hired to protect—especially when her brothers would kill him for even trying. But between trying to keep up with Suzanne—and working like hell to keep from kissing her breathless—he’s up against the most difficult challenge of his life. Especially when it turns out that the passion and connection between them is hotter than anything he’s ever known… While this box set can easily be read as a stand-alone set of three books, you'll likely enjoy reading the other books in this series too! DON'T MISS THE NEXT BOOKS IN THE SERIES! The New York Sullivans, Books 4-6 - Sweeter than Ever - The Best is Yet to Come - Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You ABOUT THE AUTHOR Bella Andre's New York Times and USA Today bestselling novels have been #1 bestsellers around the world and she has sold more than 10 million books so far! Known for "sensual, empowered stories enveloped in heady romance" (Publishers Weekly), her books have been Cosmopolitan "Red Hot Reads" twice and have been translated into 10 languages. There are more than 140,000 5 star ratings for Bella Andre's books on Goodreads!

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Dance to the Piper - Nora Roberts Cover Art

Dance to the Piper

Dance to the Piper by Nora Roberts

AVAILABLE DIGITALLY FOR THE FIRST TIME Impulsive, big-hearted Maddy O'Hurley is one of Broadway's brightest stars. And while it's fun to see her name up in lights, Maddy isn't interested in the trappings of stardom. All she really cares about is music and dancing - that is until she meets charismatic, ruthless record mogul Reed Valentine... Reed is happy to back Maddy's newest show - it's a good business project. And Reed is all about the business - old traumas have convinced him that women aren't to be trusted. These days, his passions are wealth and power - nothing more. So when Maddy dances into his life, he's instantly suspicious. But her love of dance and her appetite for life have an unexpected effect on Reed. The question is, after all this time, can he really change? Dance to the Piper can be read as a captivating standalone novel. It is also book two of The O'Hurleys series featuring triplets Abigail, Maddy and Chantel, and their brother Trace. The series begins with The Last Honest Woman and continues with Skin Deep and Without a Trace - all now available as eBooks. Includes a preview of Skin Deep

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She Didn't See It Coming - Shari Lapena Cover Art

She Didn't See It Coming

She Didn't See It Coming The twisty, addictive new globally bestselling thriller from the multi-million-copy-selling author of Everyone Here is Lying by Shari Lapena

The gripping new psychological thriller from the No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author of The Couple Next Door and Everyone Here Is Lying. * NOW AN INSTANT GLOBAL BESTSELLER! * 'Stunning: fiendishly plotted with whiplash twists and turns ' LUCY FOLEY, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Guest List . She didn’t see it coming . . . And neither will you. ---- Bryden and Sam have it all - thriving careers, a smart apartment, supportive friends and a cherished daughter. The perfect life for the perfect couple. Then Sam receives a call at his office. Bryden – working from home that day - has failed to collect their daughter from nursery. Arriving home with their little girl, he finds his wife’s car in the underground garage. Upstairs in their apartment her laptop is open on the table, her phone nearby, her keys in their usual place in the hall. Except Bryden is nowhere to be seen. It’s as if she just walked out. How can she have disappeared from her own home? And did she even leave the building at all? With every minute that passes – and as questions swirl around their community – Bryden and Sam’s past seems a little less perfect, their apartment building less safe, their friends and relatives no longer quite so reliable . . . ---- ‘Shari Lapena is far and away one of the best psychological thriller writers in the world .' LISA JEWELL, No.1 bestselling author of DON'T LET HIM IN ‘I absolutely raced through it . . . a pacy and hugely satisfying thriller . Highly recommended’ KARIN SLAUGHTER ' A modern master of the psychological thriller' STEVE CAVANAGH, bestselling author of Fifty Fifty and The Accomplice 'The queen of page-turners ' ANDREA MARA, bestselling author of No One Saw a Thing 'I loved this book... Shari's characters are so brilliantly drawn that I did not guess whodunnit!' LIZ NUGENT, bestselling author of Strange Sally Diamond *** AVAILABLE TO ORDER NOW!*** Shari Lapena, No.1 Sunday Times bestseller, April 2024

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The Mushroom Tapes

The Mushroom Tapes Conversations on a Triple Murder Trial by Helen Garner & Chloe Hooper

The Mushroom Tapes  brings together three renowned writers of true crime: Helen Garner, Chloe Hooper and Sarah Krasnostein. For this extraordinary book, the lone wolves became a team. Garner, Hooper and Krasnostein tracked Erin Patterson’s preliminary hearings and trial, joined the media scrum at the Latrobe Valley Law Courts, slept over in Morwell and spent countless hours in fervent discussion of the case and the themes it raises: love, hate, jealousy, revenge, marriage, money, mycology and murder. The Mushroom Tapes  is a true crime book like no other, an unputdownable record of the writers' private conversations about their impressions from inside the courtroom. They explore the gap between the certainties of the law and the messiness of reality, their own ambivalence about the true crime genre, and all that remains unknowable about Erin Patterson. If you read one book about how Erin Patterson was convicted of triple murder make it  The Mushroom Tapes . Helen Garner  is the author of  The First Stone  and  This House of Grief , among many other titles. Her most recent book is  The Season . Chloe Hooper  is the author of  The Tall Man  and  The Arsonist , along with two acclaimed novels. Her most recent book is  Bedtime Story . Sarah Krasnostein  is the author of  The Trauma Cleaner  and  The Believer . She is writing a book about the High Country murders.

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Winter Garden - Kristin Hannah Cover Art

Winter Garden

Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah

Meredith and Nina Whitson are as different as sisters can be. One stayed at home to raise her children and manage the family apple orchard; the other followed a dream and traveled the world to become a famous photo journalist. But when their beloved father falls ill, these two estranged women will find themselves together again, standing alongside their cold, disapproving mother, Anya, who even now, offers no comfort to her daughters. On his deathbed, their father extracts one last promise from the women in his life. It begins with a story that is unlike anything the sisters have heard before - a captivating, mysterious love story that spans sixty-five years and moves from frozen, war torn Leningrad to modern-day Alaska. The vividly imagined tale brings these three women together in a way that none could have expected. Meredith and Nina will finally learn the secret of their mother's past and uncover a truth so terrible it will shake the foundation of their family and change who they think they are. Every once in a while a writer comes along who navigates the complex and layered landscape of the human heart. For this generation, it's Kristin Hannah. Mesmerizing from the first page to the last, Winter Garden is an evocative, lyrically-written novel that will long be remembered.

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Without a Trace - Nora Roberts Cover Art

Without a Trace

Without a Trace by Nora Roberts

AVAILABLE DIGITALLY FOR THE FIRST TIME Disillusioned spy Trace O'Hurley has nothing left to lose or prove. Recovering in Mexico from a case that almost killed him, all he wants is sun, whiskey and solitude. But scientist Gillian Fitzpatrick has other ideas. She knows Trace is the only man who can help rescue her kidnapped brother. He may be unshaven, drunk and arrogant, but one look in his eyes and Gillian knows that Trace O'Hurley is a very capable, very dangerous man. And beneath that bitter, tough exterior, she's caught a glimpse of someone else - someone worth getting to know. Someone who is missing the life - and loving family - he left behind all those years ago... Without a Trace can be read as a thrilling standalone novel. It is also the final book in The O'Hurleys series, which features triplets Abigail, Maddy and Chantel, and their brother Trace. The series begins with The Last Honest Woman and continues with Skin Deep and Dance to the Piper - all now available as eBooks for the first time. Includes a preview of Whiskey Beach , published in April 2013.

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Murder in the Cathedral

Murder in the Cathedral A Miss Phryne Fisher Mystery by Kerry Greenwood

The indefatigable Miss Phryne Fisher returns to solve what may be her most puzzling murder. When Phryne Fisher is invited to Bendigo to witness the investiture of her old friend Lionel, who is being made a Bishop, her expectations of the solemn and dignified ceremony do not include a murder. Phryne quickly involves herself with perspicacious local Constable Watson and eagle-eyed Detective Inspector Mick Kelly as they identify the murder victim - an overzealous deacon with a nose for trouble.  Applying her quick wits and magnetic charm, Phryne and her expanding team of sleuths discover murky layers of church politics, social scandals and business scams and blackmail. Soon, various suspects begin to populate a long list, each with excellent motives to kill. Meanwhile the clock is ticking ... Will Phryne be able to bring to light the proof she needs before the murderer strikes again or disappears completely?

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The Proving Ground (Lincoln Lawyer Book 8)

The Proving Ground (Lincoln Lawyer Book 8) by Michael Connelly

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Michael Connelly, the Lincoln Lawyer is back with a case against an AI company whose product may have been responsible for the murder of a young girl. Mickey Haller has moved from criminal to civil court, but murder remains in his sights—in particular, the case of a chatbot encouraging the killing of a teenage girl. Mickey files a civil lawsuit against the artificial intelligence company responsible for the chatbot and instantly finds himself on the wild frontier of the billion-dollar AI industry. Grappling with a terrifying lack of regulation and data overload, Haller partners with journalist Jack McEvoy. But they are up against mega-forces, and even the bravest whistleblower faces grave danger. In 1997, IBM's Deep Blue defeated chess master Garry Kasparov with an unexpected gambit. In a Herculean new match of man vs machine, can Haller pull off a winning play for humanity?

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Skin Deep - Nora Roberts Cover Art

Skin Deep

Skin Deep by Nora Roberts

AVAILABLE DIGITALLY FOR THE FIRST TIME Chantel O'Hurley is a Hollywood star - talented, breathtakingly beautiful and tantalisingly out of reach. In her rise to fame she's learned to deal with eager fans. But when an obsessive 'admirer' crosses the line with a series of terrifying threats, she realises she needs protection, fast. Unfortunately that protection comes with a $500-a-day price tag... and gruff, hardened private investigator Quinn Doran. For his part, Quinn resents his new role as nursemaid to a 'spoiled star'. But quick-witted, strong-willed Chantel is not to be underestimated - or ignored. As the threats become more serious, Quinn realises he'll need to stay close if Chantel is to stay alive. Very close... Skin Deep can be read as a gripping standalone novel. It is also book three of The O'Hurleys series featuring triplets Abigail, Maddy and Chantel, and their brother Trace. The series starts with The Last Honest Woman and Dance to the Piper and is completed by Without a Trace - all now available as eBooks for the first time. Includes a preview of Without a Trace

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The Impossible Fortune

The Impossible Fortune The new novel in the multi-million copy bestselling murder mystery series by Richard Osman

**The unmissable new mystery in the bestselling, record-breaking Thursday Murder Club series by Richard Osman** ----- Who's got time to think about murder when there's a wedding to plan? It’s been a quiet year for the Thursday Murder Club. Joyce is busy with table plans and first dances. Elizabeth is grieving. Ron is dealing with family troubles, and Ibrahim is still providing therapy to his favourite criminal. But when Elizabeth meets a wedding guest who fears for their life, the thrill of the chase is ignited once again. A villain wants access to an uncrackable code and will stop at nothing to get it. Plunged back into their most explosive investigation yet, can the gang solve the puzzle and a murder in time? ----- Praise for Richard Osman and the Thursday Murder Club series ‘Brilliantly suspenseful’ JEFFERY DEAVER ‘Deplorably good’ IAN RANKIN ‘Funny, clever, compelling’ HARLAN COBEN ‘I smiled a million times’ MARIAN KEYES ‘Warm, wise and witty’ VAL MCDERMID ‘Osman just gets better’ SHARI LAPENA 'The thing that shines through in Osman’s writing is that he really likes people and revels in all their foibles and eccentricities . . . a delightful read' OBSERVER ‘The rightful king of crime’ i PAPER

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The Detective - Matthew Reilly Cover Art

The Detective

The Detective by Matthew Reilly

For 150 years, women have been going missing. And all of the investigators who went in search of them - from 1877 to the present day - have disappeared, too. Now Sam Speedman, a most unique private detective, is on the case. Brilliant, direct and disarming, Sam is ... different. He's not your average private detective. But then again, this isn't your average case. For not even he will be prepared for what he will find. Set in the darkest corners of the American South, tapping into hot-button issues that simmer beneath the surface of the modern United States, this is Matthew Reilly writing faster and bolder than ever before, bringing you a detective thriller like no other.

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The Secret of Secrets

The Secret of Secrets The thriller of thrillers from the bestselling author of THE DA VINCI CODE by Dan Brown

Robert Langdon is back in the long-awaited new race-against-time thriller from the global bestselling author of The Da Vinci Code and Angels and Demons . Accompanying celebrated academic, Katherine Solomon, to a lecture she’s been invited to give in Prague, Robert Langdon’s world spirals out of control when she disappears without trace from their hotel room. Far from home and well out of his comfort zone, Langdon must pit his wits against forces unknown to recover the woman he loves. But Prague is an old and dangerous city, steeped in folklore and mystery. For over two thousand years, the tides of history have washed back and forth over it, leaving behind echoes of everything that has gone before. Little can Langdon know that he is being stalked by a spectre from that dark past. He must use all of his arcane knowledge to decipher the world around him before he too is consumed by the rings of treachery and deception that have swallowed Katherine. Against a backdrop of vast castles, towering churches, graveyards buried twelve deep and labyrinthine underground passages, Langdon must navigate a shadow city hiding in plain sight, a city which has successfully kept its secrets for centuries and will not readily deliver them. This is a battlefield unlike any he has previously experienced, one on which he must fight not for his only life, but for the future of humanity itself. The Secret Of Secrets is Dan Brown’s first novel for over eight years and sees the stunning return of Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon, this time pitting his wits against a conspiracy which will test even his considerable brainpower and take him to the edge of losing all that he holds dear… Praise for Dan Brown: ‘Dan Brown is my must-read’ Harlan Coben ‘Exceedingly clever’ The Washington Post ‘A master of smart thrills’ People Magazine ‘Impossible to put down’ The New York Times ‘Dan Brown is the master of the intellectual cliffhanger’ Wall Street Journal ‘For anyone who wants more brain-food than thrillers normally provide’ Sunday Times ‘Dan Brown has to be one of the best, smartest, and most accomplished writers in the country.’ Nelson DeMille

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A Raven Reformed

A Raven Reformed by Taneasha Francis

When financial desperation and too much drink lead Michael to unknowingly sign a contract to marry a toddler, he does what any man would—runs away and spends the next 15 years pretending it didn't happen. During that time, he gives up the booze, restores his estate, and opens The Raven's Den with his two closest friends. What better way to hide from your responsibilities than running a gaming hell?  Belle's life as a wealthy orphan raised by servants may be unconventional, but she's always been happy. Until Lord Dalinridge suddenly drops into her life. The brute forces her to marry him and leave everything she's ever known behind.  Belle feels more like his prisoner than his wife. She is determined to hate him, but slowly, she discovers he's actually just a man and not a beast after all. He's kind and gentle and he stirs desires in her she's never felt before. She quickly learns to trust him with her body, but after keeping so many secrets from her, can she ever truly trust him with her heart? **This book contains adult themes including a bit of spanking. If that's not something you enjoy, this book is not for you. 

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Mad Mabel

Mad Mabel by Sally Hepworth

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Soulmate and Darling Girls comes the story of Mad Mabel. They called it murder. She called it justice. In 1959, at just fifteen years of age, Mabel Waller became the youngest Australian in history to be convicted of murder. In 2025, on a quiet Melbourne lane, an elderly man is found dead by his neighbour, 81-year-old Elsie Fitzpatrick. No one suspects any foul play. Until they discover Elsie's past. In the 1950s, her name was not Elsie. It was Mabel. She is known around the world as Mad Mabel. But is she mad? More importantly, is she guilty? When the police open a new investigation and the media descend upon her, the elderly Mabel decides it's time to set the record straight. In a world first, at the age of 81, Mabel Waller is speaking. New York Times bestselling author Sally Hepworth is at her finest in this twisty, compulsive thriller of friendship, family and murder. Or is it justice . . . ? Praise for Sally Hepworth: 'She is one of my favourite Australian writers' - Liane Moriarty 'Sally Hepworth is a born storyteller' - Trent Dalton 'The queen of suburban noir' - Sunday Telegraph

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SEAL's Temptation

SEAL's Temptation by Makenna Jameison

When she vanishes without a trace, he'll risk everything to find her… Navy SEAL Ryan "Renegade" Pierce hasn't forgotten the laughter and heated nights he shared with gorgeous nurse Avery. She's adventurous, flirty, fun—and his buddy's younger sister. She should be off-limits, but he can't get her out of his head. Avery Nielsen's new job in South America is her dream come true. When she catches several doctors smuggling drugs, however, it's only the start of her troubles. They're also moving women, and she's now at the top of their list. When Avery vanishes without a trace, Ryan immediately knows something is wrong. He'll stop at nothing to find her, but can he persuade Avery to give up her risky career and take a chance on a life with him? SEAL's Temptation, a standalone novel, is book five in the sizzling Alpha SEALs Hawaii series.  

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The Strength of the Few

The Strength of the Few the epic sequel to the fantasy bestseller (Hierarchy Book 2) by James Islington

The highly anticipated follow-up to The Will of the Many —one of 2023’s most lauded and bestselling fantasy novels. The Hierarchy still call me Vis Telimus. They still, as one, believe they know who I am. But with all that has happened—with what I fear is coming—I am not sure it matters anymore. I am no longer one. I won the Iudicium, and lost everything—and now, impossibly, the ancient device beyond the Labyrinth has replicated me across three separate worlds. A different version of myself in each of Obiteum, Luceum, and Res. Three different bodies, three different lives. I have to hide; fight; play politics. I have to train; trust; lie. I have to kill; heal; prove myself again, and again, and again. I am loved, and hated, and entirely alone. Above all, though, I need to find answers before it’s too late. To understand the nature of what has happened to me, and why. I need to find a way to stop the coming Cataclysm, because if all I have learned is true, I may be the only one who can. James Islington is the author of The Licanius Trilogy which has sold more than a million copies around the world. He was born in Frankston in 1981, and raised in Cranbourne South. He now lives on the Mornington Peninsula. 'Full of excitement, danger and mystery, this thrilling adventure leaves us gasping in anticipation of the next instalment.’ Guardian ‘Bestseller Islington’s brilliant middle volume of his Hierarchy trilogy clears the high bar set by the first installment...Evocative prose and nuanced ruminations on the nature of power and sacrifice enhance Islington’s complex multiverse worldbuilding. Readers will be on the edge of their seats.’ Publishers Weekly (starred review) ‘Phenomenal! One of the best high fantasy novels I’ve read in years—think Red Rising meets The Name of the Wind . I couldn’t put it down.’ Lynette Noni on The Will of the Many ‘ The Will of the Many is well plotted, well paced, and delivers enough intrigue and action for any epic fantasy fan to enjoy in a compelling, unique setting. Definitely read this one all the way through, and then join me in the wait for the next one, because I’m confident Islington is only going to make it more interesting from here.’ Lightspeed on The Will of the Many

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Last One Out

Last One Out No one stays forever by Jane Harper

THE DAZZLING NEW NOVEL FROM THE MASTER OF CRIME He had been here, that was clear from the marks in the dust. And he had been alone. In a dying town, Ro Crowley waits for her son on the evening of his 21st birthday. But Sam never comes home. His footprints in the dust of three abandoned houses offer the only clue to his final movements. One set in. One set out. Five long years later, Ro returns to Carralon Ridge for the annual memorial of Sam's disappearance. The skeletal community is now an echo of itself, having fractured under the pressure of the coal mine operating on its outskirts. But Ro still wants answers. Only a few people remain. If the truth is to be found in that town, does it lie among them?

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Someone Else’s Baby

Someone Else’s Baby A gripping psychological thriller with a heart stopping ending by Ruby Speechley

A gripping psychological thriller with a heart stopping ending 💥 Readers of K.L. Slater, J D Kirk and Freida McFadden will not want to put this down... She gave away her children. Now she wants them back. Charlotte Morgan knows how it feels to desperately want a baby. As a child, seeing her mum devastated by losing her longed-for babies, Charlotte wished another woman could give her mother what she so craved. Now Charlotte's a mum herself, and knowing how much love her daughter, Alice, brings into her life, she vows to help others achieve their dreams of becoming a parent. When she meets Malcolm and Brenda on a surrogacy website, it seems that she's found the perfect couple. In their late forties, they have wealth and a enviable life, but there's just one thing missing a child of their own. When Charlotte falls pregnant with twins, the couple are overjoyed. And while Charlotte's heart breaks as she hands them over, her reward is knowing how much happiness the two tiny babies are going to bring into their life. But are Malcolm and Brenda all they seem? As secrets become unravelled, Charlotte is forced to face that she has handed her babies over to virtual strangers. And when Malcolm and Brenda disappear without a trace, Charlotte is plunged into a frantic search for the babies she carried - before it's too late... Praise for Ruby Speechley: ‘Secrets, lies and betrayal, this book has the lot! It kept me up way later than I intended racing through to the end and what an ending it was!’ Rona Halsall 'immensely readable and hugely entertaining - so compelling that I read it in a matter of hours' Fiona Mitchell 'A very tense situational thriller that had me guessing right up to the end. I loved it!' Dawn Goodwin 'A page-turning thriller with a shocking and original conclusion. Mesmerising.' Catherine Cooper 'A great take on the missing child narrative and a total page turner - I simply HAD to know what had happened.' S E Lynes 'A twisty page-turner of a novel that kept me guessing until the very end!' Mandy Byatt 'A brilliant read. Such an anxiety-inducing, suspenseful domestic thriller!' Alice Hunter 'A compelling and original page-turner!' Roz Watkins 'A talent to watch' Sam Blake '...any parents' worst nightmare, a twisty domestic thriller with an ending that will take your breath away' S. A. Harris ‘A fantastic, fast-paced novel with at its heart the strained relationship between a loving mother and her wayward teenage son. Unpredictable and unputdownable.’ Diane Jeffrey

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The Girl from the War Room

The Girl from the War Room A BRAND NEW utterly heart-wrenching and unputdownable wartime love story from Catherine Law by Catherine Law

A BRAND NEW poignant and sweeping historical love story of courage, longing and impossible choices. Perfect for fans of Kate Quinn and Mandy Robotham!✨📖 Through the trees in St James's Park she spotted the white facades of the Whitehall offices, and her stomach contracted. But it wasn’t nerves. Fortitude, yes, and a kind of hell-bent willingness. An understanding of the importance of her work; to do something, however small, to help. A privilege. 1941: A world away from idyllic childhood summers spent in Devon, Cassie Marsh steps through the sandbagged entrance to the War Room, determined to do her part for the war effort. The air crackling with tension, the urgency of whispered conversations, the weight of secrets – nothing in her quiet upbringing has prepared her for this. Here, women like her are expected to work tirelessly, remain composed, even as their homes – and lives – are devastated by the Blitz. But Cassie’s heart is already divided between love and duty. She dreams of rich summers at Greenaways from a lifetime ago, before her world was torn apart. She dreams of one person… the one she cannot – but must – forget. And as her family begs her to return to safety, to the soothing, reassuring walls of the country house, Cassie must decide where her heart really lies. In times of war, can you ever afford to question your loyalty? A evocative and beautifully written wartime story of love, duty and courage. Praise for Catherine Law: 'From the first line, dripping with poignancy, The Map Maker's Promise had me hooked. Catherine Law's beautifully written tale of one woman's life, intense pain, and deep regret will stay with me for as long as the mist hovers over the Scottish Highlands. A perfect book.' Rachel Sweasey 'I was completely enthralled. I could not put this beautifully written book down and read it in one glorious sitting. Such wonderful writing. Such a compelling and haunting story. And the descriptions! The settings come alive and I absolutely lived every scene.' Renita D'Silva 'an engrossing – often heartbreaking but entirely compelling – story that I thoroughly enjoyed, and one I’d very much recommend to others' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'A beautifully written story which tugged at the heart strings.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'the ending is a masterclass in great storytelling' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'The Map Maker’s Promise initially exhibits a lot of sadness and pain but it also evolves into a landscape of healing and hope. Highly recommend. 5 Stars' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it.' Siobhan Daiko '‘I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages.’ Helen Parusel

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Bramble House Chronicles

Bramble House Chronicles Books 1-3 by C.J. Carmichael

Small-town romance has never felt so good! Promise Me Please, Cowboy Lone wolf cowboy Chet Hardwick arrives in Marietta for the Copper Mountain Rodeo, but helping Amy Arden save her struggling Bramble House B&B sparks an unexpected romance. As ghosts from their pasts threaten to pull them apart, can Chet find his way back to the woman who’s captured his heart? Christmas at Bramble House Newlyweds Amy and Chet Hardwick host a festive Christmas at Bramble House, where runaway bride Gemma Granger and Oliver Rivers, searching for his long-lost sister, find solace in each other. Their budding romance helps them heal old wounds, revealing that true love and family may be closer than they thought. A Baby at Bramble House As Amy and Chet Hardwick prepare for parenthood and manage a bustling Bramble House, guests like widowed geologist Edgar Keyes and librarian Mackenzie Sifton find unexpected love. When a medical crisis threatens the B&B, the guests unite, proving that Marietta’s community spirit can spark new beginnings.

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Onyx Storm

Onyx Storm DISCOVER THE FOLLOW-UP TO THE GLOBAL PHENOMENONS, FOURTH WING AND IRON FLAME! by Rebecca Yarros

DON'T BE THE LAST TO DISCOVER THE SERIES THAT EVERYONE CAN'T STOP TALKING ABOUT: Get ready for the breathtaking follow-up to global phenomenons Fourth Wing and Iron Flame from the no. 1 Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Yarros. ARE YOU READY TO BRAVE THE DARK? After nearly eighteen months at Basgiath War College, Violet Sorrengail knows there's no more time for lessons. No more time for uncertainty. Because the battle has truly begun, and with enemies closing in from outside their walls and within their ranks, it's impossible to know who to trust. Now Violet must journey beyond the failing Aretian wards to seek allies from unfamiliar lands to stand with Navarre. The trip will test every bit of her wit, luck, and strength, but she will do anything to save what she loves - her dragons, her family, her home, and him. Even if it means keeping a secret so big, it could destroy everything. They need an army. They need power. They need magic. And they need the one thing only Violet can find - the truth. But a storm is coming... and not everyone can survive its wrath. Pre-order your copy now! OTHER BOOKS IN THE EMPYREAN SERIES: FOURTH WING IRON FLAME

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Pieces of Her

Pieces of Her by Karin Slaughter

Now a major Netflix adaptation: The #1 Australian bestseller from the author of The Silent Wife 'A novel that sets the standard for psychological thriller writing. Rarely in fiction have the past and the present collided with such force and in such a distinctive and compelling voice' Jeffery Deaver What if the person you thought you knew best turned out to be someone you never knew at all? Andrea Oliver's mother, Laura, is the perfect small-town mum. Laura lives a quiet but happy life in sleepy beachside Belle Isle. She's a pillar of the community: a speech therapist, business owner and everybody's friend. And she's never kept a secret from anyone. Or so Andrea thinks. When Andrea is caught in a random violent attack at a shopping mall, Laura intervenes and acts in a way that is unrecognisable to her daughter. It's like Laura is a completely different person - and that's because she was. Thirty years ago. Before Andrea. Before Belle Isle. Laura is hailed as a hero for her actions at the mall but 24 hours later she is in hospital, shot by an intruder, who's spent decades trying to track her down. What is Andrea's mother trying to hide? As elements of the past return and put them both in danger, Andrea is left to piece together Laura's former identity and discover the truth - for better or worse - about her mother. Is the gentle, loving woman who raised her also a violent killer? 'A nerve-shredding psychological thriller that will keep readers guessing to the very last page' New York Journal of Books 'A frenetic, stay-up-all-night kind of read' Good Reading 'Filled with Slaughter's trademark twists' Entertainment Weekly

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Gone Before Goodbye

Gone Before Goodbye The gripping new mystery thriller from the bestselling crime author and award-winning actress by Reese Witherspoon & Harlan Coben

An unforgettable collaboration between an award-winning actress Reese Witherspoon and the and #1 international bestselling writer Harlan Coben. 'A tour de force thriller. Coben and Witherspoon are a dream team!' Lucy Foley 'Full of jaw-dropping twists and turns' Lisa Jewell 'Savvy, smart and suspenseful' Val McDermid --------- Maggie McCabe is on the brink. A highly skilled and renowned army combat surgeon, she has always lived life at the edge. But now, after a devastating series of personal tragedies, Maggie is thrown a lifeline by a former colleague, an elite surgeon whose anonymous clientele demand the best care money can buy - as well as absolute discretion. Halfway across the globe, one of the world’s most mysterious men requires unconventional medical assistance. Desperate, and one of the few surgeons in the world skilled enough to take this job, Maggie enters his realm of unspeakable opulence and fulfils her end of the agreement. But when the patient suddenly disappears while still under her care, Maggie must become a fugitive herself – or she will be the next one who is . . . Gone Before Goodbye. --------- Praise for Gone Before Goodbye: ' Heart-racing , twist-loaded , and impossible to put down ' The Real Book Spy ' Breathlessly accomplished with a plot that surprises and moves in equal measure' Gillian McAllister, bestselling author of Wrong Place, Wrong Time ' Gone Before Goodbye is a dynamic, riveting and twisty thriller—complete with a heroine that you’ll absolutely love' Laura Dave, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told Me 'I love Harlan Coben . I've read all his books' Bill Nighy 'Witherspoon and Coben are a match made in literary heaven ’ USA Today 'There were twists and turns I didn’t expect and I really didn’t want this to end' 5-star reader review ' Trust me, you’re going to want to read this !' 5-star reader review 'A great read!' 5-star reader review

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How to Cook and Eat in Chinese

How to Cook and Eat in Chinese by Buwei Yang Chao

A Sampling of Glowing Reviews Tell Why How to Cook and Eat in Chinese is a Classic "Each recipe (and there are hundreds) is lucidly written, the measurements and cooking times as accurate as any starched American home economist could wish for. . . . Having once cooked and eaten in Chinese with Mrs. Chao, one can easily understand why the authors of that great American cookbook, The Joy of Cooking, say, as they disparagingly present in their own book a recipe for Chop Suey, 'To get the feeling of true Chinese food, read Mrs. Buwei Yang Chao's delightful How to Cook and Eat in Chinese.'" -Michael Field, New York Review of Books "Something novel in the way of a cookbook. . . . [It] strikes us as being an authentic account of the Chinese culinary system, which is every bit as complicated as the culture that has produced it". -The New York Times "The Real Deal: I had (and well used) this book for years . . . I love Chinese food, and have read and sampled from dozens of Chinese cookbooks over the years, but this is still my favorite. How To Cook and Eat In Chinese is the real deal." -Amazon Review How to Cook and Eat in Chinese is "more than a cookbook: It is the stage on which Mrs. Chao unfolds a personal, family, and cultural drama." -Janet Theophano, author Eat My Words "Funny! Interesting, unusual and funny. [This is] not just your regular cookbook in form or content. The recipes are good, original and the way the book is written is interesting. [It is] just as interesting to read it for pleasure, as to use as a cookbook." -Amazon Review "There is not a dish in its pages which an American . . . cannot produce, without qualms. . . . As for Mrs. Chao, I would like to nominate her for the Nobel Peace Prize. For what better road to universal peace is there than to gather around the table where new and delicious dishes are set forth, dishes which, though yet untasted by us, we are destined to enjoy and love?" -Pearl S. Buck

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Tangled Trust

Tangled Trust by Emmie Lyn

She’s terrified of falling in love. He’s terrified of losing her… For Hanna Moss, love has always come with danger. From the incessant stalking by an ex to nearly losing her life in a hit-and-run accident, she vows to remain alone—and safe. So when her golden retriever, Bella, welcomes a handsome private investigator into their lives, Hanna is reluctant to confide in him. Blake Bowman returns to Clam Cove, Maine, with a shattered heart. All he wants is to enjoy a much-needed quiet vacation far from his ex-girlfriend. But when he meets beautiful, injured Hanna, his focus shifts…because it looks like what happened to her was no accident. Hanna is terrified of the feelings she’s rapidly developing for Blake and refuses to repeat her past mistakes. Blake is determined to help and protect Hanna, even if that means putting love on hold. Find out if Bella can help these two humans understand that trust is a two-way street, the heart can be repaired, and love can bloom again. Tangled Trust  was previously titled  Helping Hanna.  It was part of the multi-author  Gold Coast Retrievers  series.

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The Search Party

The Search Party by Hannah Richell

Shortlisted for the 2024 Ned Kelly Awards, Best International Crime Fiction You are invited to:  The Search Party Join six old friends for one wild weekend at Cornwall’s newest glamping spot.    The guests:  The anxious hosts with everything at stake. The boho hippies concealing a private darkness. The TV celebrity with his hot new wife and an even hotter temper. The exhausted new parents with a secret to hide. The one that won’t make it home alive . . .  The tents are up. The bonfire is lit. Get ready for one hell of a party. ‘ The Search Party pitches you forward from the first page, sending you rushing headlong towards its thrilling conclusion.’ Hayley Scrivenor, bestselling author of Dirt Town   ‘I couldn’t put it down.’ Mark Brandi, bestselling author of Wimmera   ‘... thoroughly gripping from start to finish.’ Anna Downes, bestselling author of The Safe Place    

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Your Friend and Mine

Your Friend and Mine by Jessica Dettmann

A warm, witty and wise novel about second chances, friendship and romance for readers of Marian Keyes and Liane Moriarty. 'Dettmann at her hilarious and heartwarming best.' Tim Minchin   When Margot receives an email from her best friend it comes as a shock ... seeing as Tess died twenty years ago. Margot is catapulted back to 2000, meeting the confident English backpacker visiting Sydney, where their intense friendship led to plans to travel back to Europe together. But then Margot fell in love with Johnny, and she never made it to London. Margot still feels guilty for letting Tess down.  Now Tess is providing Margot with the means to fly to London and have the trip they never got to do together. But there are stipulations to Tess's beyond-the-grave generosity Margot must scatter her ashes and carry out 'tasks' in the company of Leo, Tess's stepbrother.  Margot can't help but compare the dreams and aspirations of the girl who partied with Tess to the bored, exhausted woman she has become. How could Tess have predicted that Margot would need a second chance to get on that plane? 'If you're looking to break a reading drought, this book is for you.' Australian Women's Weekly   'This is Dettmann's breakout book. No question. Your Friend and Mine is witty, insightful, and full of heart a layered exploration of love, friendship, grief, and second chances. With her keen, often obscure and downright perfect observations on life, Dettmann delivers a novel that is as thought-provoking as it is joyous.' Sally Hepworth, author of Darling Girls   'Funny, tender and adventurous, this story had me alternating between laughter and tears throughout. Your Friend and Mine is a touching homage to love - between lovers and friends - and a beautiful exploration of the nuances of grief, all wrapped up in Jess' signature humour. I'm such a huge fan of Jess' books and this was my favourite of them all. I absolutely adored it.' - Ali Lowe, author of The Private Island   'Thoughtful, funny, touching, smart. Your Friend And Mine sparkles with Jess Dettmann's trademark wit, and charms with its sharp insights into friendship, long-term love and detoured dreams. An absolute pleasure.' - Holly Wainwright, author of He Would Never 'A joyful, wise and deeply moving story about friendship, desire and unmet needs that delivers delight on every page. Funny, authentic and profound, I absolutely loved it.' - Anna Downes, author of Red River Road 'A witty, relatable and huge-hearted novel about friendship, long-term love and the surprisingly difficult mid-life challenge of seeing your own life clearly. I absolutely loved it.' - Emily Maguire, author of Rapture   'A compelling and astutely observed tale of past regrets, complex love and friendships lost and found. Movingly and wittily told, it draws you in from its first sentence and keeps you guessing till the last. Dettmann is a storyteller at the top of her game which is a high bar indeed.' - Ben Elton   'Dettmann confidently covers vast emotional ground while maintaining a light, accessible style. Your Friend and Mine is for readers of Marian Keyes.' - Australian Bookseller & Publisher 'A novel that manages to keep a laugh-per-page quotient hovering somewhere between that of Toni Jordan and P.G. Wodehouse, while embedding that humour in stories that speak to the lived reality of women's experience...a call to adventure Dettmann renders with trademark charm, black humour, and a neat grasp of human foible. The voice of Margot is one of the novel's chief pleasures. She's a narrator after Helen Garner's own heart: sardonic yet self-effacing observant to a fault. Dettmann's prose is generous, however, even when her observational acuity is of Lorrie Moore or Anne Tyler-degree sharpness because she notices things democratically.' - Geordie Williamson, The Australian 'The premise of Jessica Dettmann's fourth novel is delicious...This at-times wistful and tender romp is a hoot.' Jason Steger, The Age 'A thoughtful exploration of long-term relationships, personal growth, and how our values shift over time. This book is a heartfelt, beautifully crafted story, offering a much-needed escape and a poignant reminder of the ways friendship, love, and loss shape us. A lovely antidote for our troubled times.' - Good Reading Magazine 'A rising star for smart, warm and witty fiction, Jessica Dettmann explores paths not taken, second chances, friendship and love.' Australian Arts Review

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The Black Wolf

The Black Wolf the brilliant new Chief Inspector Gamache novel by Louise Penny

' A wonderful, multi-layered novel: all the established characters are there for lovers of Three Pines, but it's also a political thriller, an exploration of friendship and betrayal, and a celebration of kindness' ANN CLEEVES 'It's not difficult to see why Penny and her fans have come to regard Three Pines as a refuge in a chaotic and alarming world' SUNDAY TIMES Somewhere out there, in the darkness, a black wolf is feeding. Several weeks ago, Chief Inspector Armand Gamache of the Sûreté du Québec and his team uncovered and stopped a domestic terrorist attack in Montréal, arresting the person behind it. A man they called the Black Wolf. But their relief is short-lived. In a sickening turn of events, Gamache has realized that plot, as horrific as it was, was just the beginning. Did he in fact arrest the Black Wolf, or are they still out there? Still recovering from wounds received in stopping the first attack, Armand is confined to the village of Three Pines, leading a covert investigation from there. He must be careful not to let the Black Wolf know he has recognized his mistake. In a quiet church basement, he and his senior agents Beauvoir and Lacoste, pore over what little evidence they have. Two notebooks. A few mysterious numbers on a tattered map of Québec. And a phrase repeated by the person they had called the Grey Wolf. A warning... In a dry and parched land where there is no water. Gamache and his small team of supporters realize that for the Black Wolf to have gotten this far, they must have powerful allies, in law enforcement, in industry, in organized crime, in the halls of government. From the apparent peace of his little village, Gamache finds himself playing a lethal game of cat and mouse with an invisible foe who is gathering forces and preparing to strike. Readers love T he Black Wolf! 'Wow, wow, wow! This book is thrilling from start to finish, constantly evolving and twisting and so brilliantly written' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Another excellent Gamache novel from Louise Penny ... timely, topical and prescient' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Penny's writing is as literary and elegant as ever, and as usual this book packs the punch of a heart-stopping thriller' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ '6 stars if I could. To say I adore this series, is an understatement. With that, comes the excitement of a new book but also the worry of will it live up to the previous books? And I apologise for ever worrying that, Louise, because somehow you manage to raise the bar every. single. time.' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Louise Penny has the ability to make each of the characters so real the reader can visualise them, along with some really excellent scene setting, especially in Three Pines, which has become a real village in the minds of her readers' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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The Right Side of Wrong

The Right Side of Wrong by Reavis Z. Wortham

"A sleeper that deserves wider attention." — The New York Times As 1965 draws to a close, Constable Cody Parker of Center Springs, Texas, has a frightening sense of gathering storm clouds. His dreams prove accurate when he is ambushed and nearly killed on a lonely country road during an unusually heavy snowfall. The attack leads locals to worry that a terrifying killer known as "The Skinner" has returned. As his nephew, Cody, recovers, Constable Ned Parker struggles to connect a seemingly unrelated series of murders, and the people of northeast Texas wonder why their once peaceful community has suddenly become a dangerous place to live. Investigating, Ned, Cody, and deputy John Washington cross paths with many colorful characters: cranky old Judge O.C. Rains; the jittery little farmer Isaac Reader; the Wilson boys, Ty Cobb and Jimmy Foxx; and a mysterious old man named Tom Bell. Of course, Ned's preteen grandchildren, Top and Pepper, are underfoot at every turn. When Cody follows his main suspect across the Rio Grande into Mexico, Ned understands that to save his nephew, he will have to cross more than a river: he will have to cross over to the right side of wrong.

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A French Inheritance

A French Inheritance A BRAND NEW getaway read from Jennifer Bohnet for 2025 by Jennifer Bohnet

A BRAND NEW romantic, summery getaway read from bestseller Jennifer Bohnet ❤️✨ Perfect for the fans of Jill Mansell and Fern Britton.☀️🏝️ Every moment is a new beginning on the French Riviera 🇫🇷🌼 Five years ago, Adam and Lucy Belgrave took the plunge and bought a sprawling rundown farm in the South of France to bring back to life, much against the advice of Adam’s brother, Elliot. Today, that dream is becoming a reality and the farm is beginning to thrive and Elliot finds himself grateful for the refuge it provides after his career falters and his marriage fails. After the death of her beloved granny, a bitter divorce and surprise redundancy - the saying ’sad things come in threes’ resonates with Briony Dymond's life. With her mother by her side, Briony travels to France to learn some news that will change her life completely. Will she have the courage to embrace granny Giselle’s special wishes? As spring returns to the French Riviera both Elliot and Briony seek to put their pasts behind them and look to find happiness in the future. But can the past give up its hold on the present? A wonderfully, warm and enchanting tale of new beginnings, second chances and seizing the moment. Praise for Jennifer Bohnet: 'With an idyllic French Riviera backdrop and a heartfelt story of second chances, romantic love and the importance of family, A French Inheritance is joyously uplifting.’ - Kate Frost 'Unputdownable, a heart-warming story of love, family and friendship in the glorious south of France. What’s not to love!' - Lucy Coleman 'I couldn’t stop myself from turning the pages and read it in one sitting. I absolutely loved it. Highly recommended!' - Alison Sherlock A beautifully written and heart-warming tale of family and friendship' - Jessica Redland 'There is much joy in this story, tempered with some bittersweet memories, but I can promise that you’ll be left feeling both joyous and uplifted. Highly recommended.' - Reader Review 'No surprises here. Just two sweet romances in a dream-come-true story. Not soppy sweet, just charmingly so. Perfect for a rainy day on the couch or a sunny day on a patio.' - Reader Review 'I absolutely love Jennifer’s stories, the characters and storyline’s are superb and she always leaves us wanting more.' - Reader Review ' I couldn't put it down it's definitely a page turner.' - Reader Review 'What a lovely, happy story. Full of the ups and downs of life, but with a happy ending full of love and promise . Thank you.' - Reader Review

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The Will of the Many

The Will of the Many by James Islington

'Phenomenal! One of the best high fantasy novels I've read in years-think Red Rising meets The Name of the Wind . I couldn't put it down.' Lynette Noni This new edition of book one in the Hierarchy series features never-before-seen bonus materials, including a full-colour map by the author, a note to the reader and new cover art. At the elite Catenan Academy, a young fugitive uncovers layered mysteries and world-changing secrets in this new fantasy series by the internationally bestselling author of The Licanius Trilogy, James Islington. AUDI. VIDE. TACE. The Catenan Republic—the Hierarchy—may rule the world now, but they do not know everything. I tell them my name is Vis Telimus. I tell them I was orphaned after a tragic accident three years ago, and that good fortune alone has led to my acceptance into their most prestigious school. I tell them that once I graduate, I will gladly join the rest of civilised society in allowing my strength, my drive and my focus—what they call Will—to be leeched away and added to the power of those above me, as millions already do. As all must eventually do. I tell them that I belong, and they believe me. But the truth is that I have been sent to the Academy to find answers. To solve a murder. To search for an ancient weapon. To uncover secrets that may tear the Republic apart. And that I will never, ever cede my Will to the empire that executed my family. To survive, though, I will still have to rise through the Academy’s ranks. I will have to smile, and make friends, and pretend to be one of them and win. Because if I cannot, then those who want to control me, who know my real name, will no longer have any use for me. And if the Hierarchy finds out who I truly am, they will kill me. James Islington is the author of The Licanius Trilogy which has sold more than a million copies around the world. He was born in Frankston in 1981, and raised in Cranbourne South. He now lives with his wife and two children in Mt Martha on the Mornington Peninsula. ‘ The Will of the Many is well plotted, well paced, and delivers enough intrigue and action for any epic fantasy fan to enjoy in a compelling, unique setting. Definitely read this one all the way through, and then join me in the wait for the next one, because I’m confident Islington is only going to make it more interesting from here.’ Lightspeed ‘Islington subverts the magic school trope and Roman-inspired world building to make this fantasy-dystopian setting distinctly his own…[He] hits the nail right on the head…The pages truly whiz by.’ Aurealis ‘Islington’s worldbuilding is exceptionally detailed and thoughtful, making suspending disbelief effortless. Perfectly balancing character development and plot momentum, this will have fantasy fans clamoring for more.’ Publishers Weekly (starred review) ‘Fans of Pierce Brown's Red Rising will enjoy this book, but it’s darker, deeper, and takes unexpected paths worth traveling. Trust that the author will get you there in the end.’ Kirkus (starred review) Pre-order book 2, THE STRENGTH OF THE FEW, out 11th November 2025.

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The Psychology of Money - Morgan Housel Cover Art

The Psychology of Money

The Psychology of Money Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness by Morgan Housel

Doing well with money isn't necessarily about what you know. It's about how you behave. And behavior is hard to teach, even to really smart people. Money - investing, personal finance, and business decisions - is typically taught as a math-based field, where data and formulas tell us exactly what to do. But in the real world people don't make financial decisions on a spreadsheet. They make them at the dinner table, or in a meeting room, where personal history, your own unique view of the world, ego, pride, marketing, and odd incentives are scrambled together. In The Psychology of Money, award-winning author Morgan Housel shares 19 short stories exploring the strange ways people think about money and teaches you how to make better sense of one of life's most important topics. Praise for the book: 'It's one of the best and most original finance books in years.' - Jason Zweig, The Wall Street Journal ' The Psychology of Money is bursting with interesting ideas and practical takeaways. Quite simply, it is essential reading for anyone interested in being better with money. Everyone should own a copy.' - James Clear, Author, million-copy bestseller, Atomic Habits 'Few people write about finance with the graceful clarity of Morgan Housel. The Psychology of Money is an essential read for anyone who wants to make wiser decisions or live a richer life.' - Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of When , To Sell Is Human , and Drive 'Morgan Housel is that rare writer who can translate complex concepts into gripping, easy-to-digest narrative. The Psychology of Money is a fast-paced, engaging read that will leave you with both the knowledge to understand why we make bad financial decisions and the tools to make better ones.' - Annie Duke, Author, Thinking in Bets 'Housel's observations often hit the daily double: they say things that haven't been said before, and they make sense.' - Howard Marks, Director and Co-Chairman, Oaktree Capital & Author, The Most Important Thing and Mastering the Market Cycle 'Morgan Housel is one of the brightest new lights among financial writers. He is accessible to everyone wanting to learn more about the psychology of money. I highly recommend this book.' - James P. O'Shaughnessy, Author, What Works on Wall Street

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Save Us - Mona Kasten Cover Art

Save Us

Save Us The heart-stopping third instalment in the Maxton Hall romance - the series behind the Amazon Prime phenomenon by Mona Kasten

Love brought them together. Lies could tear them apart… The third instalment in Mona Kasten's MAXTON HALL series - the multi-million copy international bestselling series. Read the series that inspired the Amazon Prime TV show! -- Can they save themselves? Or will they destroy each other? Ruby’s worst nightmare has come true, and now Oxford and all her dreams are at risk. And everything points to James as the one responsible. She thought that she had met the real James, that he had finally let her in. But, after an explosive fight between the two, they discover a terrible truth. While Ruby fights to graduate, James tries to clear her name at school. But that means once again James must challenge his father. Ruby and James must ask themselves if the worlds they live in are perhaps too different after all, or if they can finally find a way back to each other…? -- Readers have fallen for Save Us ‘That trilogy was literally LIFE. I’m on emotional fire after this book, and I’ll never ever forget these characters’ 5* Reader Review ‘I am really speechless’ 5* Reader Review ‘Fantastical end to this series!’ 5* Reader Review ‘I’ve been devouring these books and absolutely love this series!’ 5* Reader Review ‘Highly Highly recommend! Best read so far this month!’ 5* Reader Review

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Quicksilver - Callie Hart Cover Art

Quicksilver

Quicksilver The utterly addictive enemies-to-lovers romantasy sensation by Callie Hart

From global phenomenon Callie Hart comes a highly addictive enemies-to-lovers Romantasy with razor-sharp banter, heart-stopping action, and blistering hot romance that you won't be able to put down! 🗝️ Do not touch the sword. Do not turn the key. Do not open the gate. 🗡️ In the land of the unforgiving desert, there isn't much a girl wouldn't do for a glass of water. Twenty-four-year-old Saeris Fane is good at keeping secrets. No one knows about the strange powers she possesses, or the fact that she has been picking pockets and stealing from the Undying Queen's reservoirs for as long as she can remember. But a secret is like a knot. Sooner or later, it is bound to come undone. When Saeris comes face-to-face with Death himself, she inadvertently re-opens a gateway between realms and is transported to a land of ice and snow. The Fae have always been the stuff of myth, of legend, of nightmares... but it turns out they're real, and Saeris has landed herself in the middle of a centuries-long conflict that might just get her killed. The first of her kind to tread the frozen mountains of Yvelia in over a thousand years, Saeris mistakenly binds herself to Kingfisher, a handsome Fae warrior, who has secrets and nefarious agendas of his own. He will use her Alchemist's magic to protect his people, no matter what it costs him . . . or her. Death has a name. It is Kingfisher of the Ajun Gate. His past is murky. His attitude stinks. And he's the only way Saeris is going to make it home. Be careful of the deals you make, dear child. The devil is in the details . . . N.B. Quicksilver contains depictions of graphic violence/adult situations and is therefore recommended for readers 17+. For a full list of tropes and TWs, please visit the author's website. READERS LOVE QUICKSILVER ' if you love romantasy then you NEED to read this book . . . this book had the PERFECT balance of romance and plot' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Kingfisher is officially my new book boyfriend as he is smoking (literally) but also made my heart melt at times' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' I never wanted this book to end! ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' Shadow Daddies, wolves, fairies, every creature you can imagine is in this book . I have nothing but praise for the story, the writing and the plot' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' The romantasy of the year! . . . This is a truly phenomenal book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Legacy - Chris Hammer Cover Art

Legacy

Legacy by Chris Hammer

Martin Scarsden flees an assassination attempt but lands in even more trouble with a deadly family feud leaving him at death's door in Chris Hammer's next blockbuster crime novel. MARTIN SCARSDEN IS ON THE RUN. WILL THE DESERT SAVE HIM – OR BURY HIM? The blast hits them, a shock wave ... glass smashing ... Somewhere a woman screams. A second explosion, and Martin looks towards the hall, what's left of it, flames roaring and smoke pouring skywards. Someone is targeting Martin Scarsden. They bomb his book launch and shoot up his hometown.  Fleeing for his life, he learns that nowhere is safe, not even the outback. The killers are closing in, and it's all he can do to survive.  But who wants to kill him and why? Can he discover their deadly motives and turn the tables?  In a dramatic finale, Martin finds his fate linked to the disgraced ex-wife of a football icon, a fugitive wanted for a decades-old murder, and two nineteenth-century explorers from a legendary expedition.  Martin Scarsden's most perilous, challenging and intriguing assignment yet. Praise for Chris Hammer: 'Hammer has confirmed and underlined his reputation as numbering among the very best novelists in detective fiction.' Sydney Morning Herald 'Complex and nuanced, this intelligent thriller shows why former political journalist Chris Hammer has become one of Australia's best-loved authors.' Caroline Overington, The Australian on The Valley 'Chris Hammer at the height of his powers ... absolutely not to be missed!' Hayley Scrivenor, author of Dirt Town on The Tilt 'A darkly simmering mystery, gorgeously told ... Utterly brilliant.' Dervla McTiernan, author of The Ruin and What Happened to Nin a? 'It would be unfair to say Chris Hammer is at the top of the crime writing game. Chris Hammer IS the game. Full Tilt may be a better title, given the speed with which readers will devour Chris Hammer's exceptional novel.' Benjamin Stevenson, author of Everyone On This Train is a Suspect 'Like everything Chris Hammer writes, The Tilt is a rich, complex thriller, packed with detail and intrigue. There's a reason why this guy is on my auto-read list!' Christian White, author of The Nowhere Child 'Chris Hammer is a great writer ... a leader in Australian noir.' Michael Connelly 'If you haven't read Hammer before, this is the perfect time to experience one of the best writers Australia has to offer. Rife with intrigue, murder, and small-town secrets, Treasure and Dirt is a spectacular thriller that delivers some unforgettable characters with twists and turns you won't see coming. Hammer has raised the bar for Australian crime, and this is a must-read.' Better Reading 'Chris Hammer has excelled himself with Trust ... a thriller strong on character development, social insights, ethical issues and dramatic action.' Weekend Australian 'The best Australian crime novel since Peter Temple's The Broken Shore .' The Times on Silver 'Shimmers with heat from the sun and from the passions that drive a tortured tale of blood and loss.' Val McDermid on Scrublands

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Someone to Remember, A Wild Widows Novel - Marie Force Cover Art

Someone to Remember, A Wild Widows Novel

Someone to Remember, A Wild Widows Novel by Marie Force

When lightning strikes a second time… Years ago, when Taylor Cummings-Lonergan co-founded the Wild Widows with Iris, she never imagined she might need the group a second time, but that’s exactly what happens when her new husband, Will, is killed in a tragic accident at work, leaving her two children heartbroken for a second time and a new baby due soon. Iris and the other widows step up to support Taylor during this difficult time, but each of them is forced to ponder the vagaries of life and love and whether their optimistic approach to life after widowhood is realistic now that they know disaster can find them again. We’ll catch up with each of the couples from the first four books and witness a new romance as it begins to take flight in this time of renewed grief for the Wild Widows.

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Doormat - Sam Crescent Cover Art

Doormat

Doormat by Sam Crescent

Doormat! That's the word Liana Marchetti heard her husband use to describe her as to his friends. She was a boring doormat that didn't have a single thought for herself. He was so wrong. Being a mafia wife, she tried to play the role that she thought he would like. Now, he was going to see who the real Liana was. And she wanted a divorce. Diego did not want to be married. However, when his wife demands a divorce he told her there were only two ways. One, if she betrayed the mafia, he would kill her. The second, if she even dared to be with another man, he'd kill him and get rid of her. His wife had other ideas. Liana was going to make him work. She had no interest in any other man. Because the truth was, Diego had hurt her. She had started to fall in love with her husband, but there was no way she was going to succumb to a man who thought she was a doormat. However, Diego is completely blown away by his wife. He didn't want a doormat, he relished the fire and passion burning inside her, and now, he was not going to let her go. He was going to keep her, and if that meant winning her back, that was exactly what he was going to do.

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A Widow's Hope

A Widow's Hope A gritty heartbreaking saga from Sunday Times bestselling author Evelyn Hood for 2025 by Evelyn Hood

'If you like Catherine Cookson, you’ll love Evelyn Hood’s books.’ Lizzie Lane ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Scottish historical saga of loss, love and hope from Sunday Times bestselling author Evelyn Hood! Perfect for fans of Katie Flynn and Val Wood ❤️ Can a widow find hope again after tragedy? Portsoy Harbour, Scotland 1865 After tragically losing her husband at sea Eppie Watt must support herself, her daughter Charlotte and mother-in-law and sets to work packing and selling herring in Portsoy Harbour. When her mother-in-law passes, poor Charlotte is sent home to be cared for by Eppie’s family. Estranged from those she loves, Eppie battles dreadful loneliness. Eppie is thrilled when offered a housekeeper position to Alexander Geddes, a wealthy widower, businessman and father to headstrong Duncan and cloistered Lydia. But Andrew’s mother, old Mrs Geddes is set against Eppie and as her interference intensifies, Alexander is left with no choice but to ask his mother to leave. Although well cared for, spiteful Mrs Geddes seeks her revenge by spreading scandalous rumours that her son and Eppie are having an affair. Alexander, trying to shield Eppie from gossip proposes, but Eppie is unwilling to marry without love. But when Charlotte finally comes to live with them, old conflicts are addressed and a new sense of calm finally descends on the Geddes family. After loss, can there be peace and happiness and will Eppie find her happy-ever -after? Storytelling at its best, Evelyn Hood is the original bestselling Scottish saga writer 💫 Previously published in paperback as Voices from the Sea PRAISE FOR EVELYN HOOD 'Compelling from the start, heartfelt and beautifully written.' - Rosie Clarke 'An engrossing read, I loved it and am sure you will too' - Fenella J. Miller 'If you like Catherine Cookson, you’ll love Evelyn Hood’s books.’ - Lizzie Lane ‘Evelyn Hood’s characters step off the page and into your heart.’ - Sheila Riley ‘This is addictive and heartfelt storytelling, with colourful characters you'll never want to say goodbye to.’ - Jane Lark 'Wonderfully descriptive, with memorable characters and a true sense of place.' - Tracy Baines 'Faultless historical detail and emotionally complex characters makethese engrossing and intelligent Evelyn Hood's sagas deeply satisfying' - Maisie Thomas ‘Evocative, beautifully rich, brilliantly detailed and meticulously researched - this story transported me and kept me up way past my bedtime - a triumph of a story. I very highly recommend Evelyn Hood’ – Renita D’Silva 'Scotland's Catherine Cookson' - Scots Magazine ‘Hood is immaculate in her historical detail’ - Scottish Herald 'Quite simply, I couldn't put it down. A rich and rewarding read' - Emma Blair 'Evelyn Hood has been called Scotland's Catherine Cookson. Unfair. She has her own distinctive voice' - Scots Magazine ‘Touching, romantic and unforgettable’ - Reader Review ‘Love all her books’ - Reader Review ‘Evelyn Hood produces the best of stories’ - Reader Review ‘I cannot put her books down’ - Reader Review ‘Love everything Evelyn Hood writes’ - Reader Review ‘Evelyn Hood is a fantastic writer, bringing the past to life and drawing you right into the story’ - Reader Review

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Brimstone - Callie Hart Cover Art

Brimstone

Brimstone sequel to the addictive enemies-to-lovers romantasy global sensation QUICKSILVER by Callie Hart

DON'T MISS OUT ON THE SERIES THAT EVERYONE IS TALKING ABOUT Prepare for the breath-taking sequel to the runaway bestseller and global phenomenon Quicksilver from Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author Callie Hart. Duty. Blood. Honour. Power. Saeris Fane doesn't want power. The very last thing she needs is her name whispered on an entire court's lips, but now that she's been crowned queen of the Blood Court, she's discovering that a queen's life is not her own. A heavy weight rests upon her shoulders. Her ward - and her brother - need her back in her homeland . . . but the changes that have strengthened Saeris have also made her weak. Born under blazing suns, Saeris will surely die if she makes her way home through the Quicksilver. Which means that, once again, she must send someone else in her stead . . . 'Keep your mouth shut. Stick to the shadows. And for the love of all seven Gods, do NOT crack any jokes.' Kingfisher of the Ajun Gate has defeated armies and survived all manner of horrors, but traveling back to Zilvaren with Carrion Swift might just be the death of him. The male just will not shut up. Hidden dangers await them down the narrow alleyways of the Silver City. Unfolding secrets pose impossible threats. Fisher must wrangle the smuggler and accomplish his goals quickly if he wants to see his mate again. A darkness falls across Yvelia. The realm and their friends are in danger. Together, Saeris and Fisher will pass through fire and brimstone to save them.

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Wild Dark Shore - Charlotte McConaghy Cover Art

Wild Dark Shore

Wild Dark Shore 'A triumph . . . Breathtaking.' – HANNAH KENT by Charlotte McConaghy

REESE WITHERSPOON BOOK CLUB PICK FOR NOVEMBER 2025! ‘ At once a gripping mystery, an exquisitely written ode to the natural world, and a taut, psychological thriller, Wild Dark Shore is a triumph. Charlotte McConaghy is masterful in her ability to show the intricate connections between place and the human heart, and Wild Dark Shore shows her at the height of her powers. Breathtaking. ’ HANNAH KENT Dominic Salt and his three children are caretakers of Shearwater, a tiny island not far from Antarctica. Home to the world’s largest seed bank, Shearwater was once full of researchers. But with sea levels rising, the Salts are now its final inhabitants, packing up the seeds before they are transported to safer ground. Despite the wild beauty of life here, isolation has taken its toll on the Salts. Raff, 18 and suffering his first heartbreak, can only find relief at his punching bag; Fen, 17, has started spending her nights on the beach among the seals; 9-year-old Orly, obsessed with botany, fears the loss of his beloved natural world; and Dominic can’t stop turning back towards the past, and the loss that drove the family to Shearwater in the first place. Then, during the worst storm the island has ever seen, a woman washes up on shore. As the Salts nurse the woman, Rowan, back to life, their suspicion gives way to affection, and they finally begin to feel like a family again. Rowan, long accustomed to protecting her heart, begins to fall for the Salts, too. But Rowan isn’t telling the whole truth about why she set out for Shearwater. And when she discovers the sabotaged radios and a freshly dug grave, she realises Dominic is keeping his own dark secrets. As the storms on Shearwater gather force, the characters must decide if they can trust each other enough to protect the precious seeds in their care before it’s too late—and if they can finally put the tragedies of the past behind them to create something new, together. A novel of heartstopping twists, dizzying beauty and ferocious love, Wild Dark Shore is a story about the impossible choices we make to protect the people we love, even as the world around us is ending.

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Coeds and Cattails - Jana DeLeon Cover Art

Coeds and Cattails

Coeds and Cattails by Jana DeLeon

Snitches get stitches. Mimi Clark was never going to win the most popular student award. The prolific tattletale seemed to cruise through university life, seeking out rule-breakers so she could bring their sins to the dean’s attention. She probably never thought she’d be murdered for her favorite pastime. Detective Casey certainly didn’t think her daughter, Audrey, would become the prime suspect. With Casey sidelined from the investigation and feeling helpless to protect Audrey, she hires Swamp Team 3 to investigate, but the case has enough suspects to fill a stadium. Fortune has to sort them out quickly and find a killer before the ADA makes a move that could ruin Audrey’s bright future.

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The Lucky Sisters - Rachael Johns Cover Art

The Lucky Sisters

The Lucky Sisters by Rachael Johns

What would you do if you thought each day on earth might just be your last? Lucky by name. Not so lucky by nature. Adopted twins Nora and Stevie Lucky have always been close, despite being total opposites. When their mother dies, Nora convinces Stevie to search for their biological parents, only to come face-to-face with a life-changing revelation that sends them spiralling in opposite directions. With their careers, love lives and even their sisterly bond at risk, they’re going to need more than luck to survive. 'Rachael Johns delivers one of her most heartfelt and emotionally layered novels yet ... a good choice for anyone who enjoyed Liane Moriarty's Here One Moment ' Booksller+Publisher

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The Killing Stones - Ann Cleeves Cover Art

The Killing Stones

The Killing Stones by Ann Cleeves

When a violent storm descends upon Orkney, the body of Archie Stout is left behind in its wake. An unusual murder weapon, a Neolithic stone bearing ancient inscriptions, is found discarded nearby. Archie was a popular, larger-than-life character, making his death a shocking blow to the community. Detective Jimmy Perez, no stranger to the complexity of human nature and the darkness it can harbour, is soon on the scene. He counted Archie as a childhood friend so this case is more personal than most. Now living in Orkney with his partner Willow and their son, Perez is soon drawn into the lives of the islanders, many of whom carry secrets. Dark secrets that could have led to the man’s murder. Here, in these ancient lands where history runs deep, Perez must discern the truth from legend before a desperate killer strikes again . . .

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The Deep End - Nick Louth Cover Art

The Deep End

The Deep End A totally gripping crime thriller from the million-copy bestseller by Nick Louth

The darkest secrets lie right beneath the surface. On Boxing Day a mystery woman's body is found washed up under Teignmouth Pier. She has no ID but is wearing a wetsuit. When the post-mortem shows heavy metal poisoning, DI Jan Talantire is called in. Talantire herself is caught in an ongoing game of cat-and-mouse against her nemesis Commander Brent West . Her complaint against him for abusive behaviour foundered when she was accused by the investigating panel of collusion with another complainant, PC Nadine Lister , to bring West down. With her career hanging by a thread, Talantire discovers that the route to solving the mystery is tangled up with the death of the woman on the Devon Coast. Brent West, it seems, will go to any lengths to protect his career. And that includes murder. A razor-sharp, suspense-filled crime thriller from the million-copy bestseller, perfect for fans of Ann Cleeves and Elly Griffiths.

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The Things Gods Break: the unmissable new 2025 sequel to the international bestselling Greek Gods romantasy The Games Gods Play - Abigail Owen Cover Art

The Things Gods Break: the unmissable new 2025 sequel to the international bestselling Greek Gods romantasy The Games Gods Play

The Things Gods Break: the unmissable new 2025 sequel to the international bestselling Greek Gods romantasy The Games Gods Play by Abigail Owen

She has won the games of the gods, can she stand against the titans? THE SECOND BOOK IN THE CRUCIBLE TRILOGY FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES, #1 USA TODAY BESTSELLER, THE GAMES GODS PLAY Lyra may have survived the Crucible, but now she faces an even more dangerous test - a deadly race against time begins in Tartarus. You'd think I'd have learned by now: Don't mouth off to deities. Don't fall for the King of the Underworld. And definitely don't get dragged into a divine death match where I'm the cursed mortal prize. But here I am-trapped in Tartarus, humanity's worst pit stop, squaring off against monsters who make the gods look merciful. Titans, twisted by centuries of rage and ruin, are sealed behind seven ancient locks. And guess what? I'm the key. To escape, I'll have to survive every horrifying trial they throw at me. To win, I might have to become something the gods never saw coming. Oh, and Hades? He's about to break every rule the gods ever wrote. Because to save me...the god of death will burn the world. But if I break free? So do the Titans. And the world won't just suffer-it'll beg for the end. The games continue in the thrilling and highly anticipated follow-up to the bestselling The Games Gods Play. Welcome to Tartarus!

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Ask for Andrea - Noelle W Ihli Cover Art

Ask for Andrea

Ask for Andrea by Noelle W Ihli

‘Hands down one of my favourite reads of the year’ – Freida McFadden, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Housemaid *** Meghan, Brecia and Skye have just one thing in common. They were all murdered by the same man. He hunted them online, masquerading as an eligible bachelor. Then he played the perfect gentleman, with a thick layer of charm and a thousand-watt smile hiding the fact that his first dates end in shallow graves. He’s got away with murder three times now. The only thing that could keep him from killing again? The women he murdered. Meghan, Brecia and Skye might be dead, but they’re not gone. They’ve found each other. And they won’t rest until they find a way to stop him. The haunt is on. Ask for Andrea is a pulse-pounding thriller from BookTok sensation Noelle W. Ihli. *** Praise for Noelle W. Ihli: ‘A full throttle thriller that'll demand to be read in one sitting’ – Steph Nelson, author of The Final Scene on Ask for Andrea ‘An immersive, spine-tingling, deeply visceral experience. I recommend reading it with the lights blazing’ – Heather Gudenkauf, New York Times bestselling author of The Overnight Guest on Room for Rent ‘Ihli’s voice is magical and absorbing. It’s easy to get lost in this atmospheric and utterly claustrophobic story’ – Kiersten Modglin, bestselling author of The Arrangement on Room for Rent ‘A no-holds-barred gut-punch of a book that had me gritting my teeth as I read. This remarkable tale of survival is one I won't soon forget’ – Caleb Stephens, award-winning author of The Girls in the Cabin on Gray After Dark ‘This heart-pounding thriller will grip you from the first sentence and won't let you go until the last. Settle in and get comfy, because it's the very definition of unputdownable’ – Faith Gardner, author of The Slaying Game on Room for Rent ‘Riveting and heart-wrenching’ – Deborah J. Ledford, award-winning author of Redemption on None Left to Tell

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The Woods - Harlan Coben Cover Art

The Woods

The Woods From the Number One bestselling creator of the hit Netflix series Missing You by Harlan Coben

NOW A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES! The bestselling author and creator of the hit Netflix drama Fool Me Once takes readers into the heart of a family in this twisty page-turner that proves the darkest secrets are often closest to home. Twenty years ago, four teenagers disappeared in the woods. Now, two decades later, everything is changing... Paul Copeland's sister went missing 20 years ago. Now raising a daughter alone, Cope balances family life with a career as a prosecutor. But when a murder victim is found with evidence linking him to Cope, the well-buried secrets of the past are threatening everything. Is this body one of the campers who disappeared with his sister? Could his sister be alive...? Confronting his past, Cope must decide what is better left hidden in the dark and what truths can be brought to light...

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The Man Who Died

The Man Who Died by Antti Tuomainen

When Finnish mushroom entrepreneur Jaakko discovers that he has been slowly poisoned, he sets out to find his would-be murderer … with dark and hilarious results. The critically acclaimed standalone thriller from the King of Helsinki Noir… ***Shortlisted for the Petrona Award for Best Scandinavian Crime Novel of the Year*** ***Shortlisted for the CrimeFest Last Laugh Award*** 'Right up there with the best' Times Literary Supplement 'Deftly plotted, poignant and perceptive in its wry reflections on mortality and very funny' Irish Times 'Told in a darkly funny, deadpan style … The result is a rollercoaster read in which the farce has some serious and surprisingly philosophical underpinnings' Guardian ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A successful entrepreneur in the mushroom industry, Jaakko Kaunismaa is a man in his prime. At just thirty-seven years of age, he is shocked when his doctor tells him that he's dying. What's more, the cause is discovered to be prolonged exposure to toxins; in other words, someone has slowly but surely been poisoning him. Determined to find out who wants him dead, Jaakko embarks on a suspenseful rollercoaster journey full of unusual characters, bizarre situations and unexpected twists. With a nod to Fargo and the best elements of the Scandinavian noir tradition, The Man Who Died is a page-turning thriller brimming with the blackest comedy surrounding life and death, and love and betrayal, marking a stunning new departure for the King of Helsinki Noir. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 'The deadpan icy sensibility of Nordic noir is combined here with warm-blooded, often surreal, humour. Like the death cap mushroom, Tuomainen's dark story manages to be as delicious as it is toxic' Sunday Express 'An offbeat jewel … relentlessly funny' Don Crinklaw, Publishers Weekly 'You don't expect to laugh when you're reading about terrible crimes, but that's what you'll do when you pick up one of Tuomainen's decidedly quirky thrillers' New York Times 'A bizarre, twisty, darkly comic novel about a man investigating his own murder … a tightly paced Scandinavian thriller with a wicked sense of humour' Foreword Reviews 'Smart, sensitive, and engaging, and guaranteed to be unlike anything else in your crime fiction library … the perfect blend of thrills, investigation, character development, and comedy' Crime by the Book 'Hugely entertaining and satisfying … like Carl Hiassen transported to Finland. It's full of black comedy and has an unlikely hero in Jaakko, who you'll root for to the very end' Kevin Wignall, author of A Death in Sweden 'A delightful mad caper of a story, which will make readers snort out loud with laughter and would have made an excellent 1930s screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra' Crime Fiction Lover 'Combines a startlingly clever opening, a neat line in dark humour and a unique Scandinavian sensibility. A fresh and witty read' Chris Ewan 'Dark and thrilling, funny and intelligent, this Fargo-like novel contains lethal doses of humour … and mushrooms' Sofi Oksanen, author of Purge 'A book I will never forget' Matt Wesolowski 'This one is a winner right from the first sentence' Booklist 'Antti Tuomainen is a wonderful writer, whose characters, plots and atmosphere are masterfully drawn' Yrsa Sigurðardóttir

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The Hallmarked Man - Robert Galbraith Cover Art

The Hallmarked Man

The Hallmarked Man Cormoran Strike Book 8 by Robert Galbraith

'A triumph of storytelling' Guardian FIND OUT WHAT IS NEXT FOR STRIKE AND ROBIN A dismembered corpse is discovered in the vault of a silver shop. The police initially believe it to be that of a convicted armed robber - but not everyone agrees with that theory. One of them is Decima Mullins, who calls on the help of private detective Cormoran Strike as she's certain the body in the silver vault was that of her boyfriend - the father of her newborn baby - who suddenly and mysteriously disappeared. The more Strike and his business partner Robin Ellacott delve into the case, the more labyrinthine it gets. The silver shop is no ordinary one: it's located beside Freemasons' Hall and specialises in Masonic silverware. And in addition to the armed robber and Decima's boyfriend, it becomes clear that there are other missing men who could fit the profile of the body in the vault. As the case becomes ever more complicated and dangerous, Strike faces another quandary. Robin seems increasingly committed to her boyfriend, policeman Ryan Murphy, but the impulse to declare his own feelings for her is becoming stronger than ever. A gripping, wonderfully complex novel which takes Strike and Robin's story to a new level, The Hallmarked Man is an unmissable read for any fan of this unique series. PRAISE FOR THE CORMORAN STRIKE SERIES 'A superlative piece of crime fiction' Sunday Times 'The work of a master storyteller' Daily Telegraph 'A scrupulous plotter and master of misdirection, Galbraith keeps the pages turning . . . Strike and Ellacott remain one of crime's most engaging duos' Guardian 'No one can deny [Robert Galbraith, pseudonym of] J. K. Rowling's formidable talents as a crime writer' Daily Mail 'Strike is a compelling creation . . . this is terrifically entertaining stuff' Irish Times

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Will You Stay Another Day?

Will You Stay Another Day? A BRAND NEW gorgeous, heartfelt read from Samantha Tonge for Christmas 2025 by Samantha Tonge

A BRAND NEW heartwarming page-turner from the bestselling author of A Single Act of Kindness! Perfect for fans of Shari Low, Milly Johnson and Dani Atkins ✨ ❄️ If you could spend just one more day with someone, who would it be? When Lili sends a jokey ‘knock-knock’ message to her best friend Em, she doesn’t expect to hear back. Because – as Lili notices the chill in the air, and the little robin in her garden – she realises Christmas must be just around the corner once again. A whole year since she last saw Em. But then this time someone replies. ‘Who’s there?’ It can’t possibly be Em, but Lili wants to believe it could be, and she hastily suggests meeting. However when she gets to the meeting place, there only one other person there waiting. A man. And not just any man. The most handsome man Lili’s ever seen, Dylan… And he is also waiting for someone he’s been missing. As the days get shorter and Autumn turns to Winter, will two lonely hearts spend another Christmas without their loved ones? Or can they welcome an unexpected friendship? Or maybe even more, if they can just help each other to focus on not what they’ve lost, but what they’ve found… Praise for Samantha Tonge: ‘LOVED it!! I didn’t want to put it down, I didn’t want it to finish… Such an honest and heart-tugging read, but so positively and heart-warmingly told, with so many real and believable people. Every sentence was needed and every loose end tied up.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Oh what a joy, what a delight. Samantha’s books and characters have a habit of wrapping themselves around you like old friends… There’s a life-affirming thread of getting that balance in life, not letting things get on top of us or holding us back…. Brilliant, stunning… One to leave you with a big smile.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book just pulled me in. The story pulled at my heart as I read on and on and on. I couldn’t stop reading as I had to know what the ending was going to be!… I’m still thinking about this story… A beautiful story about friendship that I highly recommend.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘WOW! Will keep readers flicking page after page. I loved the story… The author once again captures real life dramas… Takes you on a journey… Fabulous!’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Stop Letting Everything Affect You

Stop Letting Everything Affect You How to break free from overthinking, emotional chaos, and self-sabotage by Daniel Chidiac

STOP LETTING EVERYTHING AFFECT YOU is a transformative guide for anyone who overthinks every interaction, gets stuck in emotional chaos, and finds themselves trapped in cycles of self-sabotage. With raw honesty and practical wisdom, Daniel Chidiac reveals why small things ruin your entire day and offers proven strategies to finally break free. This book will teach you how to: - Stop letting little things ruin your entire day. - Stop self-sabotaging. - Set healthy boundaries without feeling guilty. - Recognize the difference between real guilt and manipulation. - Break the cycle of overthinking before it spirals out of control. - Stop taking everything so personally and free yourself from emotional reactivity. - Identify toxic patterns in relationships and walk away without regret. - Be more in control and feel better everyday. - Shift your mindset from victimhood to self-empowerment. - Learn the art of emotional detachment—how to be unbothered without becoming cold. - Move forward unapologetically, without feeling the need to explain your growth. Whether you're exhausted from overthinking everything, tired of absorbing everyone else's energy, or simply ready to stop letting life's chaos dictate how you feel, this book offers the transformative tools to finally reclaim your power, protect your peace, and live on your own terms. Your journey to inner strength and freedom starts here. Daniel Chidiac, International best-selling author of Who Says You Can't? You Do and The Modern Break-Up brings his new book, Stop Letting Everything Affect You. As Daniel says, "In a world designed to keep you overwhelmed, learning to protect your peace isn't just important—it's essential.”

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This is Going to Hurt: Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor

This is Going to Hurt: Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor by Adam Kay

THE MILLION COPY BESTSELLER BOOK OF THE YEAR AT THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARDS 'Painfully funny. The pain and the funniness somehow add up to something entirely good, entirely noble and entirely loveable.' - Stephen Fry Welcome to the life of a junior doctor: 97-hour weeks, life and death decisions, a constant tsunami of bodily fluids, and the hospital parking meter earns more than you. Scribbled in secret after endless days, sleepless nights and missed weekends, Adam Kay's This is Going to Hurt provides a no-holds-barred account of his time on the NHS front line. Hilarious, horrifying and heartbreaking, this diary is everything you wanted to know - and more than a few things you didn't - about life on and off the hospital ward. Sunday Times Number One Bestseller for over eight months and winner of a record FOUR National Book Awards: Book of the Year, Non-Fiction Book of the Year, New Writer of the Year and Zoe Ball Book Club Book of the Year. This edition includes extra diary entries and a new afterword by the author.

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Unlucky for Some

Unlucky for Some by Tom Wood

'Packed with action' FINANCIAL TIMES 'An incendiary thrill ride' HEAT 'A pure hitman thriller with cinematic flair' THE I PAPER ___________ I n his latest gripping adventure, the world's deadliest assassin is all out of luck. Malmö, Sweden. What should have been a simple job - to kill the heir of an organised crime family - spirals out of control when assassin-for-hire Victor is shot and wounded. Forced to hide out in a hostile city while he recuperates, he doesn't realise that multiple enemies are circling to take advantage of his circumstances. Faced with a vengeful criminal organisation, corrupt officials, ruthless bounty hunters, elite mercenaries, and the most dangerous assassin he's ever faced, Victor's luck has finally run out.

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The Raven Scholar

The Raven Scholar the masterfully woven and breathtaking epic adult fantasy of cutthroat competition and imperial deceit by Antonia Hodgson

The Sunday Times bestseller from an electrifying new voice in epic fantasy - a masterfully woven tale of imperial intrigue, cutthroat competition, and one scholar's quest to uncover the truth. 'IT'S THRILLING, ROMANTIC, OFTEN TRAGIC, AND ALWAYS FUNNY' ALIX E. HARROW 'SIMPLY GLORIOUS!' GEORGIA SUMMERS 'FIENDISHLY CHARMING AND CLEVER' TASHA SURI She might win the throne. She might destroy an empire. Either way, it begins with murder. After twenty-four years on the throne, it is time for Bersun the Brusque, emperor of Orrun, to bring his reign to an end. In the dizzying heat of mid-summer, seven contenders will compete to replace him. Trained at rival monasteries, each contender is inspired by a sacred animal - Fox, Raven, Tiger, Ox, Bear, Monkey, and Hound. An eighth - the Dragon proxy - will be revealed only once the trials have begun. Eight exceptional warriors, thinkers, strategists - the best of the best. Then one of them is murdered. It falls to the brilliant but idiosyncratic Neema Kraa to investigate. But as she hunts for a killer, darker forces are gathering. If Neema succeeds, she could win the throne - whether she wants it or not. But if she fails, she will sentence herself to death - and set in motion a sequence of events that could doom the empire . . . PRAISE FOR THE RAVEN SCHOLAR ' The Raven Scholar is an intricately plotted historical mystery steeped in gothic charm and intellectual intrigue' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' It [ The Raven Scholar ] is truly one of the best epic fantasy books I've read in a long time ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I have NEVER rooted a romance more' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book is simply "Magnificent" ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Mature and sensible, but still idealistic, emotional, passion-driven [characters]' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Love & Rome

Love & Rome Love triangles, wine and pasta by Jenna Lo Bianco

A romantic, spicy novel about Australians in Italy by bestselling Italian-Australian author Jenna Lo Bianco; a story of sex, wine and pasta. Moving from Melbourne to Rome was meant to fix Stella Chiaro's life - and it did, for a while. But destiny has other plans. With a one-way ticket home, Stella is running out of time and money. She is desperate to find stable work in the art world to keep afloat, or she will have to leave her beloved Roma behind. The last thing she needs right now is distractions . . . When a handsome new man enters her life, the promise of a new job and new love suddenly beckon Stella, but she quickly finds herself repeating patterns she once vowed not to. Stella must free herself from the mess she's in. But is it too late? Mature content warning: rated 3/5 chillies. PRAISE FOR LOVE & ROME ' Love & Rome is such an enjoyable, timeless read and I found myself transported to Rome where I could almost smell the food on the street. This is a wonderful romantic novel about healing and reinvention and the passionate search for a true soulful love. Coloured beautifully by a world of food and art this is the perfect holiday read, especially if you love all things Italian. If you can't manage a romantic trip to Rome right now then this novel is the next best thing.' PIA MIRANDA

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Hero, Unexpected

Hero, Unexpected by Kait Nolan

I rebuilt my grandmother’s bakery from the ground up. Poured everything I had into making it thrive again—flour, sweat, and a whole lot of tears. Then she died. And her will blindsided me. If I’m not married by the time probate closes, I lose the bakery to my mother—the last person who should ever be trusted with it. Enter Bodie Gibson. Childhood friend turned enemy. The boy who used to bring me tea and peanut butter sandwiches… The cop who put my little brother behind bars. He offers me a way out: a fake marriage that keeps the bakery in my hands and our past buried where it belongs. It’s just paperwork. A few public appearances. Nothing real. Except he still looks at me like he sees the girl I used to be. And when he kisses me it doesn’t feel fake at all. In a town built on second chances, sometimes the only way forward is to rewrite the ending.

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Gravity Let Me Go: The astonishing new novel from the bestselling author of BOY SWALLOWS UNIVERSE and LOLA IN THE MIRROR - Trent Dalton Cover Art

Gravity Let Me Go: The astonishing new novel from the bestselling author of BOY SWALLOWS UNIVERSE and LOLA IN THE MIRROR

Gravity Let Me Go: The astonishing new novel from the bestselling author of BOY SWALLOWS UNIVERSE and LOLA IN THE MIRROR by Trent Dalton

Trent Dalton, Australia's #1 bestselling author, returns with the astonishing Gravity Let Me Go - a story you won't ever forget. How will you ever know how the story ends, if you let the story go? Noah Cork has just published the scoop of a lifetime: a white-hot true-crime book about the cold-blooded killer who slipped an unfolding murder mystery into his mailbox. But if this is his moment of triumph, then why is the tin roof being ripped from the walls of his reality? Why are skeletons standing upright in his closet? Why do people want to run him over in the street? And why does his wife keep writing a cryptic message across the bathroom mirror? As a severe storm heads towards Brisbane, Noah is hurtling headfirst into a swirling storm of secrets. He must now cling for dear life to the only story that ever really mattered. He must hold on to the truth. He must hold on to the story. He must hold on to love. Dark, gritty, hilarious and unexpected, Gravity Let Me Go is Trent Dalton's deeply personal exploration of marriage and ambition, truth-telling and truth-omitting, self-deception and self-preservation. It's a novel about the stories we want to tell the world and those we shouldn't, and how the stories we keep locked away are so often the stories that come to define us. It's the story of a murder. It's the story of a marriage. It's the story of a lifetime. 'Gravity Let Me Go draws readers deep into a raw and chaotic world that is both unsettling and compelling ... His signature mix of grit, heart and unexpected turns keeps the narrative gripping, with twists readers won't see coming. Ultimately, fans of Dalton's previous novels will find Gravity Let Me Go impossible to put down.' Books+Publishing 'I could pick Dalton's writing from a mile away. It's revealed in the kindness of the detail, the musical references ... the pace of the writing, and the desire for each word to mean more in company than on its own. Trent Dalton's storytelling is vivid, rapid, and soaring.' Readings

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Sharpe’s Storm

Sharpe’s Storm by Bernard Cornwell

The gripping new novel from internationally bestselling master of historical fiction Bernard Cornwell. ‘There is everything here that Sharpe fans will love. If this really is the last time Sharpe wields his heavy cavalry sword, he will be sorely missed’ The Times If any man can do the impossible it’s Richard Sharpe … The year is 1813. France is a battlefield, and winter shows no mercy. Amidst brutal conditions, Major Richard Sharpe finds himself saddled with an unexpected burden: Rear-Admiral Sir Joel Chase, dispatched by the Admiralty with sealed orders, unshakable confidence, and a frankly terrifying enthusiasm for combat. Sharpe’s mission from Wellington is clear, yet anything but simple: keep Sir Joel alive. Sir Joel could hold the key to defeating Napoleon once and for all. But to pull off his audacious plan, he needs someone who knows how to fight dirty, think fast, and survive the impossible. He needs Sharpe … _____________________________ Real readers love the Sharpe series: 'Non-stop action from cover to cover' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Cornwell is a master … and heroic Sharpe doesn't disappoint' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Bernard is a great story teller and historian' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is first class story-telling' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Engrossing, fast paced. And with a hero like no other' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reviews Praise for Bernard Cornwell: ‘The best battle scenes of any writer I’ve ever read, past or present. Cornwell really makes history come alive’ GEORGE R. R. MARTIN ‘He’s called a master storyteller. Really he’s cleverer than that’ TELEGRAPH Nobody in the world does this better than Cornwell’ LEE CHILD This is a magnificent and gory work' DAILY MAIL 'The historical blockbuster of the year' EVENING STANDARD ‘A runaway success’ OBSERVER ‘The characterisation, as ever, is excellent…And one can only admire the little touches that bring the period to life. He can also claim to be a true poet of both the horror and the glory of war’ SUNDAY TELEGRAPH About the author Bernard Cornwell was born in London, raised in Essex and worked for the BBC for eleven years before meeting Judy, his American wife. Denied an American work permit he wrote a novel instead and has been writing ever since. He and Judy divide their time between Cape Cod and Charleston, South Carolina.

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The Names

The Names 'The best debut novel in years' Sunday Times by Florence Knapp

A once-in-a-generation debut from a major new talent, The Names is the story of three names, three versions of a life, and the infinite possibilities that a single decision can spark. 'I've just been blown away by the best debut novel in years . . . A genius idea for a book' Sunday Times 'Wildly original and emotionally profound' Observer 'An unadulterated success: moving, evocative and utterly convincing' The Times THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER It is 1987, and in the aftermath of a great storm, Cora sets out with her nine-year-old daughter to register the birth of her son. Her husband intends for her to follow a long-standing family tradition and call the baby after him. But when faced with the decision, Cora hesitates. Going against his wishes is a risk that will have consequences, but is it right for her child to inherit his name from generations of domineering men? The choice she makes in this moment will shape the course of their lives. Seven years later, her son is Bear, a name chosen by his sister, and one that will prove as cataclysmic as the storm from which it emerged. Or he is Julian, the name his mother set her heart on, believing it will enable him to become his own person. Or he is Gordon, named after his father and raised in his cruel image - but is there still a chance to break the mould? Powerfully moving and full of hope, this is the story of three names, three versions of a life, and the infinite possibilities that a single decision can spark. It is the story of one family, and love's endless capacity to endure, no matter what fate has in store. CHOSEN AS A SUNDAY TIMES , DAILY MAIL , RED , PRIMA , STYLIST and EVENING STANDARD BOOK OF 2025 | A READ WITH JENNA BOOKCLUB PICK 'The viral literary hit of the summer' Grazia 'A beautiful, heartwrenching, utterly original novel' Miranda Cowley Heller 'The 2025 book that will be everywhere . . . One of those rare books that makes you glad to be alive' Stylist 'Magnificent . . . Read it. It's very special' Chris Whitaker 'Beautifully written, and wise and tender . . . An utter original' Jojo Moyes 'Exceptional . . . will stay with me for a very long time' Anita Rani, Woman's Hour 'Heart-shattering . . . a sucker punch of a novel that I think will be one of the biggest books of the year' Pandora Sykes 'A modern classic' Jenna Bush Hager 'Heartbreaking and yet brimful of hope . . . Exceptional' Mail on Sunday 'Brilliant . . . one of those books that will make you irritable with anyone who interrupts you, but which you'll finish wanting to press into the hands of a friend' The Times 'Astonishing, unique and incredibly moving, The Names is a beautiful novel about the courage of a mother in the moment she names her child . . . I know it will stay with me for a long time' Jeanine Cummins

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Silver Birch, Blood Moon

Silver Birch, Blood Moon by Ellen Datlow & Terri Windling

Winner of the World Fantasy Award: New twists on classic fairy tales from Neil Gaiman, Patricia Briggs, Robin McKinley, Caitlín R. Kiernan, and more. Long ago, when we were children, our dreams were inspired by the fairy tales we heard at our mothers' and grandmothers' knees—stories of princesses and princes and witches and wondrous enchantments, by the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen, and from the pages of  1001 Arabian Nights . But, as World Fantasy Award–winning editors Ellen Datlow and Terri Windling remind us, these stories were often tamed and sanitized versions. The originals were frequently darker—and in  Silver Birch, Blood Moon , they turn darker still. Twenty-one modern Grimms and Andersens—masterful storytellers including Neil Gaiman, Nancy Kress, and Tanith Lee—now reinvent beloved bedtime stories for our time. The Sea Witch gets her say, relating the story of "The Little Mermaid" from her own point of view. "Thumbelina" becomes a tale of creeping horror, while a delightfully naughty spin is put on "The Emperor's New Clothes." Author Caitlín R. Kiernan transports Snow White to a dark, gritty, industrial urban setting, and Patricia Briggs details "The Price" of dealing with a royal and unrepentantly evil Rumpelstiltskin. Rich, provocative, and unabashedly adult, each of these tales is a modern treasure, reminding us that wishes have consequences and not all genies have our best interests at heart.

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How They Get You

How They Get You Sneaky Everyday Economics and Smart Ways to Hold on to Your Money by Chris Kohler

In this sharp, funny and empowering guide, journalist Chris Kohler takes you through the rigged carnival of modern life, where the games are broken, the prizes are fake and somehow you’re paying $28 to park near the entrance. From loyalty schemes to late fees, gift cards to sneaky supermarkets, How They Get You pulls back the curtain on how the systems work and how to outsmart them. Written for anyone who has ever looked at their bank account and thought, I swear I didn’t buy anything, this is the ultimate handbook to understanding how the game is played – and how you don’t have to lose every single time. You’ll laugh, you’ll groan and you’ll probably cancel a few subscriptions. But most of all, you’ll walk away with the clarity and confidence to make better choices about how to spend and save your hard-earned money.

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Loved One

Loved One by Aisha Muharrar

'THE FUNNIEST BOOK YOU'LL EVER READ ABOUT GRIEF' MAGGIE SHIPSTEAD 'PERFECTLY CAPTURES THE MESSINESS, HEARTACHE AND BEAUTY OF GRIEF' RED MAGAZINE ‘For years I'd known exactly who I was to Gabe. It was a long story but I could tell it confidently, like a bartender sharing a recipe for her signature cocktail. Now things were so jumbled, I didn't know where to begin…’ When Julia’s first-love-turned-close-friend Gabe, a successful indie musician, dies unexpectedly aged 29, Julia is launched into an intercontinental quest to recover the possessions he left with friends and acquaintances across the world. The search for these items leads Julia to Elizabeth, the last woman Gabe loved, in an interaction that leaves Julia with more questions than answers. Both women, it turns out, have something to hide, and soon find themselves engaged in a complex dance of withholding and revelation. Together, the two must reconcile their conflicting memories of Gabe and who he was to each of them…and who they now are to each other. From the Emmy Award-winning writer behind Hacks and Parks and Recreation, Loved One is a wise, witty and profoundly moving coming-of-age story with a powerful love at its heart, set to become an instant classic. Reviews 'This is the funniest book you'll ever read about grief. Full of wildly astute, delectably thorny questions about love, loss and possession' Maggie Shipstead, author of Great Circle 'A thoughtful, smart novel which perfectly captures the messiness, heartache and beauty of grief' Sarra Manning, Red Magazine 'Funny and astute' iNews 'Captures the complexities of the human heart…a classy and quick-witted page-turner' Woman and Home ‘Stylish, perceptive, witty and generous. An instant classic’ Emma Forrest, author of Busy Being Free 'I was charmed by page one of Aisha Muharrar's Loved One, which shimmers with wit even as it explores deep loss – asking enduring questions while acknowledging how funny they can be, too. What does it mean to love and lose? How do we undo – and make – each other? This is a book I will be pressing, urgently, into the hands of my own loved ones' Rachel Khong, author of Real Americans 'Aisha Muharrar has written the type of book you don’t just read, you consume. It’s equal parts hilarious, poignant and thrilling. I was so engrossed I forgot to pick my kids up from school so I’m also mad at her' Casey Wilson, author of The Wreckage of My Presence 'Warm-hearted, funny and written with style and panache, Loved One is both wise and a pleasure to read. I tore through it, from page one until its moving final pages. A terrific novel' Adelle Waldman, author of The Love Affairs of Nathaniel P. About the author Aisha Muharrar is an Emmy Award–winning writer and producer who has worked on shows like Hacks, Parks and Recreation, and The Good Place. Born in Connecticut and raised on Long Island, Muharrar lives in Los Angeles with her family. Loved One is her first novel.

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The Big Book of Pies and Tarts

The Big Book of Pies and Tarts by Betty Crocker

The complete compendium of pie recipes, both sweet and savory. If you love pies—for dinner, dessert, or any other time of day—you'll love  Betty Crocker The Big Book of Pies and Tarts  with its collection of delicious recipes. This book is packed with pies of every type including fruit pies, creamy and chilled pies, mini pies and tarts, and savory pies. It is overflowing with inventive new ideas and flavor combinations, like Apple-Pomegranate Slab Pie, Bourbon-Chocolate-Pecan Mini Pies, and savory Muffin Tin Taco Pies. You'll find everything you want right here. For a hearty dinner, you'll love Mini Bacon Chicken Pot Pies or Potato-Onion-Bacon Slab Pie Satisfy a sweet tooth with Caramel Cream Pie or Chocolate-Chip Cookie-Stuffed Pie. Whatever your fancy, the pie is here.       Features more than 200 pie recipes using both frozen or from-scratch crusts      Illustrated with more than 100 full-color photographs of prepared dishes      Includes an introductory section on pie-baking basics with advice on creating perfect pastry crusts, freezing and storing pies, and decorating crusts     So be sure to dig into Betty Crocker The Big Book of Pies and Tarts , the ultimate pie lover's cookbook.

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A Court of Thorns and Roses

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 by Sarah J. Maas

The first instalment of the GLOBAL PHENOMENON and TikTok sensation, from multi-million selling and #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas Maas has established herself as a fantasy fiction titan – Time Harry Potter magic, Taylor Swift sass, Fifty Shades-level athleticism – The Sunday Times With bits of Buffy, Game of Thrones and Outlander, this is a glorious series of total joy – Stylist Spiced with slick plotting and atmospheric world-building ... a page-turning delight – Guardian Escapism in its purest form – Independent ****** Feyre is a huntress, but when she kills what she thinks is a wolf in the woods, a terrifying creature arrives to demand retribution. Dragged to a treacherous magical land she knows about only from legends, Feyre discovers that her captor, Tamlin, is not truly a beast, but one of the lethal, immortal Fae. And there's more to the Fae than the legends suggest. As Feyre adapts to her new home, her feelings for Tamlin begin to change. Icy hostility turns to fiery passion that burns through every lie she's been told about the beautiful, dangerous world of the Fae. But shadows are creeping in, and Tamlin has a dark secret that he cannot share. Fate brought Feyre to Tamlin for a reason, but saving him from the darkness that threatens his world will lead her down a path that she can never return from. Enter the world of Sarah J. Maas and discover the sweeping romantic fantasy that everyone's talking about for yourself. ****** 5* reader reviews 'This is the first fantasy book I've ever read . . . I'm hooked. I'm addicted' 'I'm a standard romance girl but this swept me off my feet' 'Her writing is exquisite; her characters complex . . . and worlds all-consuming' 'This book has ignited my spark for reading again'

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Dead Reckoning

Dead Reckoning A Cornish Crime Thriller by Berrick Ford

When Besnik Domi, the feared enforcer for organized crime gang the Hellbanianz, is extradited back to Britain, PC Tamsyn Poldhu has to face the man who tore her family apart, and DI Rego has to make sure that the case against the killer is watertight. The evidence that will convict Domi is strong, but when threats are made against both their families, Tamsyn and Rego have to choose: justice or vengeance. *** The third book in a new series of contemporary crime thrillers set in Cornwall.

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The Frozen River

The Frozen River From the bestselling author of Code Name Hélène by Ariel Lawhon

From the author of  Code Name Hélène  comes a gripping historical mystery inspired by the life and diary of Martha Ballard, a renowned 18th-century midwife who investigates a shocking murder that unhinges her small community. Now a New York Times bestseller with a million copies sold!   ‘A most uncozy mystery that addresses the unbalanced power dynamics of men and women, rich and poor’ NPR (an NPR Book of the Year) Maine, 1789: When a man is found entombed in the frozen Kennebec River, Martha Ballard is summoned to examine the body and determine cause of death. As the local midwife and healer, Martha is good at keeping secrets. Her diary is a record of every birth, death and debacle that unfolds in the town of Hallowell. In that diary she has also documented the details of an alleged rape committed by one of the town’s most esteemed gentlemen – the same man who has now been found dead in the ice.  While certain townspeople are eager to put both matters to rest, Martha suspects that the two crimes are linked, and that there is more to both cases than meets the eye. Over the course of one long, hard winter, whispers and prejudices mount, and Martha’s diary lands at the centre of the scandal, threatening to tear both her family and her community apart.    The Frozen River is a thrilling, tense and tender story of an unsung heroine who refused to accept anything less than justice on behalf of those no one else would protect. 'Extraordinary’ Natasha Lester ‘Brilliantly atmospheric’ Hannah Richell ‘Fans of  Outlander ’s Claire Fraser will enjoy Lawhon’s Martha’ Washington Post  

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Tyrant of Rome (Eagles of the Empire 24)

Tyrant of Rome (Eagles of the Empire 24) Macro and Cato are back - and Emperor Nero has a mission for them by Simon Scarrow

THE EPIC NEW EAGLES OF THE EMPIRE NOVEL FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR SIMON SCARROW The city of Rome. The most dangerous place in the Empire. The fates of military heroes Macro and Cato lie in Emperor Nero's bloody hands . . . AD 62. Under the reckless and tumultuous leadership of Emperor Nero, Rome is descending into near-anarchy and conspiracy. The brutal execution of 400 slaves has led to rioting and discontent. Only the strongest soldier could maintain control. And so Nero turns to Prefect Cato to help save his reign from collapse. Cato has been lying low after a heroic campaign to quash the Boudica uprising. Now he is called upon to serve again. As the new Prefect of the Urban Cohorts in Rome, Cato needs a loyal and proven officer by his side. Centurion Macro is willing to step up. War and rebellion hold few fears for these seasoned veterans. But the politics and intrigue of Rome make every day as perilous as the battlefield. And the fates of both men, and of the empire, lie in the hands of the most volatile emperor of the age. Death awaits anyone who dares to defy Nero. Cato and Macro will need to call on all their experience, native cunning and bottomless courage to survive in this epic new adventure of Roman military heroism. NO ONE KNOWS ROME BETTER THAN SIMON SCARROW! Praise for the Eagles of the Empire novels: 'Scarrow's novels rank with the best' INDEPENDENT 'Always a joy' THE TIMES 'Gripping' SUNDAY EXPRESS Readers love Simon Scarrow's novels 'Exciting action scenes . . . a very enjoyable read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A wonderful read and hard to stop once you start reading' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Everything you'd come to expect and much more. Action, drama, comedy and trauma!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Stone's Throw

Stone's Throw by Patricia D. Eddy

AJ “Captain Stone, your wife is alive.” Three years ago, Grace—the woman who made my world brighter, who laughed at my corny jokes and chased every adventure with me—vanished without a trace. No clues. No answers. Just an empty, aching silence. Until a call from a doctor in Mexico changes everything. She’s alive. But she doesn’t remember me—or herself. Still, when I’m close, she leans toward me, a small, instinctive motion that feels like a promise. Her memories return in shattered fragments—pieces of the life we built tangled with shadows too dark for her to face alone. All I can do is hold her. Protect her. Love her. And I’ll burn down the world before I let the men who took her touch her again. Grace “Your husband is here.” Those words should mean safety. Instead, they terrify me. I don’t remember my name, my age, or any of the terrible things the doctor says happened to me. AJ’s wild blue eyes and whiskey-smooth voice draw me in, a steady anchor against the panic. And when he holds me? I feel safe. The past comes back in fragments—charcoal sketches on paper, flashes of laughter and touch, sensations swallowed by shadow. Never enough to make me whole. AJ looks at me like I’m his everything, and I want—I need—to believe a love that deep can survive anything. But with every memory comes fear. The men who stole me once might try again. As I struggle to piece myself back together, one thing is certain: AJ will risk everything to keep me safe. And maybe—just maybe—I’ll find my way back to him before it’s too late.

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Fourth Wing

Fourth Wing DISCOVER THE GLOBAL PHENOMENON THAT EVERYONE CAN'T STOP TALKING ABOUT! by Rebecca Yarros

DON'T BE THE LAST TO DISCOVER THE SERIES THAT EVERYONE CAN'T STOP TALKING ABOUT: 'Pure escapism - think Hunger Games meets Fifty Shades ' The Sun 'We weren't expecting to become obsessed . . . but we very much are and we're not alone' Sunday Times Style 'This book contains an addictive, drug like essence that will make you relinquish all responsibility' Glamour 'Yarros had me hooked from the first chapter' Mail on Sunday __________________________________________ FRIENDS. ENEMIES. LOVERS . . . EVERYONE HAS AN AGENDA Violet Sorrengail expected to live a quiet life surrounded by books, until she was forced onto the world's deadliest training ground. Now she must fight to join the army's elite: dragon riders. But dragons don't choose fragile riders, they incinerate them, and when your body breaks as easily as Violet's does - death is only a heartbeat away. EVERY NIGHT COULD BE YOUR LAST Many cadets would kill Violet to better their own chances of success; the rest would kill her just because of her last name . . . including the ruthless Xaden Riorson, her family's greatest enemy. With the odds stacked against her, Violet must use every edge her wits can give her just to see the next sunrise, because once you enter Basgiath War College, there are only two ways out: GRADUATE OR DIE __________________________________________ OVER ONE MILLION READERS HAVE ALREADY GIVEN FOUR T H WING FIVE S T ARS. ARE YOU READY T O ENTER T HE WORLD OF BASGIA T H WAR COLLEGE? 'The new publishing sensation ' Daily Mail 'I couldn't put it down!' Millie Bobby Brown 'If I can convince you to read one book I recommend it would be this one' 'I didn't sleep, I didn't eat, and when I finished, I had the overwhelming urge to just start it all over again ' 'This book is probably the best fantasy book I have ever read' ' FIVE. FREAKING. STARS . There is no universe where I could give this book any less of a rating' 'There are some stories you read and enjoy but every so often you come across one that just obliterates everything and takes over your entire being within a few pages and becomes your world and personality . Well, this is the one' ' The world building in this was phenomenal . I lived, breathed and became a part of the college' 'You know when you finish a book, and it leaves an ache in your chest because it was so good, and now it's over? That's exactly how I feel after finishing Fourth Wing' OTHER BOOKS IN THE EMPYREAN SERIES: - FOURTH WING - IRON FLAME - ONYX STORM *Rebecca Yarros's Fourth Wing paperback was an instant number-one bestseller in the first week of April 2024.

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Girl Abroad

Girl Abroad by Elle Kennedy

New York Times bestselling author Elle Kennedy brings her signature angst, drama, and humour to a new standalone romance. When nineteen-year-old Abbey Bly gets the opportunity to study abroad for a year in London, it's the perfect chance to finally slip out from under the thumb of her beloved but overbearing retired rock star father. She's ready to be free, to discover herself - but first off, to meet the girls she's rooming with. That is, until she arrives at her gorgeous new flat to discover those roommates are actually all boys. Charming, funny, insufferably attractive boys. And off-limits, with a rule against fraternizing between housemates after unwanted drama with the previous girl. Abbey has never considered herself a rulebreaker. But soon, she's lying to her father about her living situation and falling for not one, but two men she can't have: her rugby-player roommate and a broody musician with a girlfriend. Not to mention, her research for school has gotten her tangled in a deeply hidden scandal of a high nobility family, surrounding her in secrets on all sides. If there's any hope of Abbey finding love, answers, or a future in London, she'll have to decide which rules - and hearts - might be worth breaking . . . Praise for Elle Kennedy: 'Delicious, complicated and drama-filled . . . I read it in one sitting, and you will, too' L. J. Shen, USA Today bestselling author 'A deliciously sexy story with a wallop of emotions that sneaks up on you' Vi Keeland, No.1 New York Times bestselling author 'Elle Kennedy delivers another sexy and addictive read, and my latest personal favourite from her!' Tijan, New York Times bestselling author

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Iron Flame

Iron Flame DISCOVER THE GLOBAL PHENOMENON THAT EVERYONE CAN'T STOP TALKING ABOUT! by Rebecca Yarros

The instant number one Sunday Times bestseller and thrilling sequel to the global phenomenon, Fourth Wing! THE IRON FLAME PAPERBACK EDITION INCLUDES A BRAND NEW CHAPTER FROM XADEN'S POINT OF VIEW! 'Yarros is the true inheritor of Harry Potter and inspires Hunger Games levels of devotion' Guardian 'Fear not, levels of fighting, rebelliousness and all-round sexiness are still sky-high' Daily Mail 'Iron Flame is on course to set the world alight' Glamour __________________________________________ SECRETS. SACRIFICE. SURVIVAL. Against all odds, Violet Sorrengail made it through her first year at Basgiath War College, but now, the real training begins. The stakes are higher than ever, and a determination to survive won't be enough this time. When a powerful new enemy threatens everything she cares about, including the man she loves, Violet must do whatever it takes to keep their secrets safe. One wrong move could have horrifying consequences - and as the web of lies spun by those in charge starts to unravel, nothing, not even dragon fire, may be enough to save them in the end. THE DEADLY SECOND YEAR AT BASGIATH AWAITS *THE STORM IS COMING . . . PRE-ORDER ONYX STORM TODAY. THE EPIC NEXT INSTALLMENT LANDS 21.01.2025 * __________________________________________ MILLIONS OF READERS HAVE ALREADY GIVEN THE EMPYREAN SERIES FIVE STARS. 'Pure escapism - think Hunger Games meets Fifty Shades ' The Sun 'We weren't expecting to become obsessed . . . but we very much are and we're not alone' Sunday Times Style 'This book contains an addictive , drug like essence that will make you relinquish all responsibility ' Glamour 'Yarros had me hooked from the first chapter' Mail on Sunday 'The new publishing sensation ' Daily Mail 'I couldn't put it down!' Millie Bobby Brown 'Throw in an enemies-to-lovers plotline, some life-threatening trials and the threat of war in the outside world, and you've got yourself a deliciously gripping dish, which I downed in one sitting' Stylist '2024 is the Year of the Dragon . . . Dive into a fantasy narrative featuring these mythical, winged creatures' Pop Sugar 'If I can convince you to read one book I recommend it would be this one' 'I didn't sleep, I didn't eat, and when I finished, I had the overwhelming urge to just start it all over again ' 'There are some stories you read and enjoy but every so often you come across one that just obliterates everything and takes over your entire being within a few pages and becomes your world and personality . Well, this is the one' ' The world building in this was phenomenal . I lived, breathed and became a part of the college' 'You know when you finish a book, and it leaves an ache in your chest because it was so good, and now it's over? That's exactly how I feel after finishing Fourth Wing' OTHER BOOKS IN THE EMPYREAN SERIES: - FOURTH WING - IRON FLAME - ONYX STORM

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The Hidden

The Hidden by Bryan Brown

Bryan Brown's distinctive storytelling voice returns in this unflinching, gripping novel from the bestselling author of The Drowning . 'Tight, tense, this mystery rockets along. All you can do is hang on and hope your favourites survive.' CANDICE FOX 'Stepping into The Hidden is like arriving as a voyeur into a small town gripped by everyday difficulties and some much bigger problems. With the rapid-fire switching between characters, Brown crafts a tale that is both intimate and cinematic – layered with suspense and a quiet intensity that keeps you turning the page. If you appreciate a well-told tale with heart and grit, The Hidden delivers.' VIKKI PETRAITIS The Heads was once a small village on the NSW north coast. Now it's a large village with a lot of action below the surface. A shipment of coke, a crime squad investigation and a drug overdose keep the local sergeant pretty busy. Someone is preying on the women of The Heads. And what does the discovery of buried roosters in the forest mean to a young boy?  Will Sergeant William Jarrett uncover what is really going on or will it all remain hidden? Praise for THE DROWNING 'Uniquely Australian and uncommonly good, I could hear the author's voice in every spare, haunting line. More please.' MICHAEL ROBOTHAM  'My friend Bryan Brown, quite apart from his other manifold talents, turns out to be an excellent writer. An authentic voice; highly imaginative yet completely believable, with a flair for fully realised characters and a gripping narrative ... a great storyteller. This is utterly baffling. I'm furious.' SAM NEILL  'A work of rattling and serpentine suspense ... gripping and sinuous and so, so good.' TRENT DALTON  ' The Drowning has all the hallmarks of great Aussie crime writing ... Brown's punchy prose makes this novel absolutely devourable, and all will be revealed in due time. The Drowning is highly recommended holiday reading.' BETTER READING

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French Comfort Food

French Comfort Food by Hillary Davis

The cooking instructor and author of Cuisine Niçoise shares traditional French comfort food recipes from French Onion Soup to Burgundy Beef Fondue. While France is famous for its haute cuisine, the French also take pride in the culinary traditions of their regional heritage—the timeless dishes that remind them of home. In French Comfort Food , Hillary Davis collects cherished recipes from friends she made while living in France, with added tips and information from her hundreds of well-worn French cookbooks. Here are family recipes handed down through generations as well as modern remakes of classic favorites. There are recipes for family meals and dinners with friends. You'll also find fondues and souffles, soups and stews, brunches, breakfasts, and desserts. Drawn from Normandy, Alsace, the Alps, and elsewhere across the country, these recipes will inspire you to bring the home-cooked flavors of France to your own kitchen.

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Between Two Kings

Between Two Kings Split or Swallow 2: the even steamier sequel to the bestselling novel that is taking the world by storm! by Lindsay Straube

To earn the hand of the prince, she'll have to learn the art of love . . . from a basilisk. The spicy sequel to KISS OF THE BASILISK, perfect for fans of Elise Kova and Katee Robert. Tem's goal was straightforward: learn the art of love from a basilisk so she could marry the prince. But nothing's simple when love is on the line. In the all new, explosive sequel to KISS OF THE BASILISK, the steamy romance that broke the internet, Tem will find herself tested in new and extraordinary ways. Readers LOVE the Split or Swallow series! If you don't end up hissing after you read this book, then READ IT AGAIN. This unhinged, addictive, and smutty book was the highlight of my month! 5 freaking stars! I am not a monster romance girlie but want me to tell you why I railroaded this book in A SINGLE DAY? BECAUSE ITS INCREDIBLE. SOS, I need help because of how in love with this story I am 😈🐍🤝 (put me down) Monster stuff is weird to me and I'm not going to pretend otherwise. I will die on that hill. THIS monster stuff?? Give me all of it and more. I will read this again, maybe a third time, before the year is up. Serpent summer FOREVER. miss straube ATE and left no crumbs with this one.

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A Kiss for Hope

A Kiss for Hope A Regency Holiday Novella by Grace Burrowes

No room at the inn... and none at home either! Joshua Penrose has come home from years abroad a sadder, wiser man. He doggedly makes his way to his former abode through a roaring Yuletide snowstorm only to find the house occupied by a lady who claims she owns the place. Joshua is nearly certain she doesn’t, and he’s equally convinced that he cannot spend one more minute battling the elements. Hope Burdette has been widowed long enough to have seen every confidence trick and swindle aimed at unsuspecting women. She nevertheless did not expect to have the very ownership of her home challenged, much less by such a grouchy, taciturn, un-charming man. Joshua’s lack of guile suggests that he truly does believe the house to be his, and Hope is too soft-hearted to deny him temporary shelter. Somebody is lying, and somebody will end up without a home, but first, Joshua and Hope agree to a holiday truce. When the new year arrives, will they be sworn foes or a match made under the mistletoe?

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Queen of Shadows

Queen of Shadows From the # 1 Sunday Times best-selling author of A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas

'One of the best fantasy book series of the past decade' TIME From the #1 bestselling author of A Court of Thorns and Roses, Queen of Shadows is the fourth book in the epic, bestselling fantasy series where no one will escape the queen's wrath. 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.

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The Funeral Crashers

The Funeral Crashers by Joanna Nell

A delightfully heartwarming story of four or more funerals and at least one wedding, from the bestselling author of Mrs Winterbottom Takes a Gap Year 'There are a lot of lonely people in the world, Martin. Especially when you get to our age. This is the one place you can come where nobody judges. Besides, you don't need to have known somebody personally to celebrate their life.' Retired academic Martin Pottinger 's romantic aspirations for the delectable head of his former university's archaeology department, Professor Mary Blake, seem about to be realised. If only he could devise a plan to manage the demands of his eccentric elderly mother, Edwina. Recently bereaved Grace Cavendish spends her days helping out at All Souls Church, making it her mission to drown out the Reverend Rod's tone-deaf hymn-singing and give each funeral recipient a hearty send-off. Yet the peace she craves remains elusive despite the comforts offered by psychic medium Rhondda and her eight-year-old son, Hudson . When Martin and Grace meet and bond at an All Souls service, they unwittingly set off a chain of events with far-reaching consequences. They become funeral crashers. But who could have predicted that crashing funerals might have such life-changing and life-affirming outcomes? 'A warm, witty and uplifting tale of love in later life . . . I giggled, I was moved, and I now want to join Martin and Grace's choir. This is a story about life in all its mess and glory' CASSIE HAMER 'Delightful and wise, heartfelt, heartbreaking and hilarious . . . a superb reminder that it is never too late in life to rediscover love, joy, redemption and friendship' SARAH CLUTTON Praise for the beloved novels of Joanna Nell including The Single Ladies of Jacaranda Retirement Village : 'Takes readers on a sweet journey' AUSTRALIAN 'Tender and funny' WOMAN'S WEEKLY 'Her best yet . . . a wonderful read about growing older and grabbing hold of life' WEEKEND AUSTRALIAN 'A delight. Warm characters and observations and great pace' AMANDA HAMPSON 'This heartwarming story about growing old gracefully - and disgracefully . . . is a funny, witty and thoroughly enjoyable read for all ages' DAILY TELEGRAPH

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The Rest of Our Lives

The Rest of Our Lives Shortlisted for the Booker Prize 2025 by Benjamin Markovits

SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE 2025 'Feels less like reading a novel and more like sitting in a car beside a dear friend . . . a profoundly moving experience.' ANN PATCHETT 'Deeply human ... a beautifully quiet and devastating book.' SARAH JESSICA PARKER 'Funny, wise and knowing.' CLARE CHAMBERS When Tom's wife had an affair, he resolved to leave her once their children had grown up. Twelve years later, after driving his daughter to university, he remembers his pact and keeps driving West to visit friends, family and an old girlfriend. But he also has secrets of his own - trouble at work and health issues - and sometimes running away is the hardest thing to do. What readers are saying about The Rest of Our Lives : 'What a powerful tale; a really unexpected treasure.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Highly recommended if you want to read something real and something that will resonate.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The best novel I've read this year.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The perfect mix of funny, poignant and thought-provoking.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Deeply heartfelt and engrossing . . . I can't stop thinking about it!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'It packs an emotional punch . . . I know Tom will stay with me for a long time.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I loved it - almost a coming-of-old-age story.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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My Daughter's Keeper

My Daughter's Keeper A BRAND NEW utterly heartbreaking family drama from Sheila Norton by Sheila Norton

Discover a brand new heart-wrenchingly emotional read for fans of Jodi Picoult, Jojo Moyes, and Kate Hewitt! 💔 You’d know if something was wrong… wouldn’t you? But danger doesn’t always wear a mask – it can hide in plain sight. After a difficult break-up, my six-year-old Daisy is finally settling into life in two homes. She’s spending more time with her dad, his wealthy and glamorous partner Kirsty, and her new stepsisters, Amelia and Freya. She seems happier. More relaxed. Like she’s finally found her place. It should be everything I ever wanted for her. So why does it feel like I’m losing her? Then Daisy confesses something that stops me cold. Something I can’t ignore. That Amelia isn’t kind. Behind closed doors, she’s cruel. Violent even. Everyone says it’s just normal sibling tension. A bit of jealousy. But the more I try to dismiss it, the harder it becomes to shake the feeling that something is deeply, dangerously wrong. What would you do if your child told you they were being hurt by someone you trusted? Would you risk everything to protect them – even if no one believes you? A powerful and emotional women’s fiction novel about motherhood and what we're willing to risk to protect the ones we love... Praise for Sheila Norton: 'A well-crafted and brilliantly suspenseful novel that kept me guessing until the end.' Jo Bartlett ‘Loved this book!!!!!… Addictive. There was no way I was putting it down, I literally started reading the book around 10am and couldn't put it down until around 4am. Hahaha I'm so glad it was the weekend!!!!… I definitely recommend it!!!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘A breathtaking novel about motherhood… I felt angst, tension, compassion, empathy, surprise and suspicion…. Do not miss this novel, especially if you enjoy reading about families and their realistic struggles and moments of joy…. Grabbed my heart… Phenomenally emotive.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘A masterpiece story of a family finding their way… Hit all the feels for me and I was invested in the story from the beginning to the brilliant end. My emotions ran wild throughout this story and I would love to see this become a Netflix hit.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘A remarkable tale depicting a family's journey through the complexities of emotional challenges. Norton's storytelling kept engrossed me from start to finish, leaving a lasting impact… Truly captivating.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

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What We Can Know

What We Can Know The breathtaking and immersive new Sunday Times bestseller from the author of Lessons by Ian McEwan

'McEwan’s most richly layered work' Sunday Times 'A gripping page-turner' Observer 'A daring, beautiful novel, full of wisdom and heart' Elif Shafak 'A big, unabashed crowd-pleaser' TLS A quest, a literary thriller and a love story, What We Can Know spans the past, present and future to ask profound questions about who we are and where we are going. 2014: A great poem is read aloud and never heard again. For generations, people speculate about its message, but no copy has yet been found. 2119: The lowlands of the UK have been submerged by rising seas. Those who survive are haunted by the richness of the world that has been lost. Tom Metcalfe, a scholar at the University of the South Downs, part of Britain's remaining archipelagos, pores over the archives of the early twenty-first century, captivated by the freedoms and possibilities of human life at its zenith. When he stumbles across a clue that may lead to the great lost poem, revelations of entangled love and a brutal crime emerge, destroying his assumptions about a story he thought he knew intimately. What We Can Know is a masterpiece that reclaims the present from our sense of looming catastrophe, and imagines a future world where all is not quite lost.

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Untethered

Untethered by Ayesha Inoon

HIGHLY COMMENDED - The ACT Book of the Year 2024 HIGHLY COMMENDED - ACT Literary Awards 2024, Fiction. Winner of the 2022 ASA/HQ Fiction Prize. A finely observed debut novel of a young Muslim woman's experience of immigration to Australia from Sri Lankan-Australian writer Ayesha Inoon. Zia secretly longs to go to university but as a young woman in a traditional Muslim family, she does what is expected of her and agrees to an arranged marriage to Rashid, a man she barely knows. Cocooned by the wealth and customs of her family, Rashid's dark moods create only the smallest of ripples in their early life together. When growing political unrest spurs them to leave Sri Lanka and immigrate to Australia, Zia is torn between fear of leaving her beloved family and the possibility of new freedoms. While on paper their new country welcomes them with open arms, their visas come with many restrictions and for the first time Zia faces isolation, poverty and an increasingly unstable marriage that forms a cage stronger than any she's known before. Determined to carve a place for herself in this new country, Zia sets out on uncertain terrain and discovers friendship, devastating loss and hope for a different future. One that asks her to consider not just who she is, but who she might become. Partially drawn from her own experiences, debut author Ayesha Inoon's novel weaves the threads of family, culture and tradition together with the uncertainty and freedom of starting anew to create a complex tapestry of identity, resilience and hope. 'A nuanced and moving exploration of what it means to leave the only home you've ever known for the promise of a better life, Ayesha Inoon's Untethered examines the crushing disappointments that can await immigrants and the ever-present question of whether they did the right thing.' - Tracey Lien, award-winning author of All That's Left Unsaid 'By turns gentle and searing, rich with life, yearning and the search for self, Ayesha Inoon's beautifully written debut novel is an unmissable read.' - Kim Lock, bestselling author of The Other Side of Beautiful & The Fancies PRAISE: 'Untethered is a study in cultural difference, written with fluidity and honesty. It's thought-provoking and invites cultural self-examination.' - The Canberra Bookshelf 'Untethered is about uprooting and relocating, and it is about the resilience of one woman, determined to take control of her own life.' - The Weekend Australian, Notable Books

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Half-Blood

Half-Blood The steamy first book in acclaimed paranormal romance series! by Jennifer L. Armentrout

READERS LOVE THE FIRST BOOK IN JLA'S ACCLAIMED STEAMY COVENANT SERIES 🚫❤️‍🔥 'Left me utterly speechless!!!!!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Holy crap on a cracker this book is brilliant!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is right up there with Twilight, The Mortal Instruments, and Vampire Academy' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'If you are in the mood for fiery, snarky characters, a fast-paced plot and a lot of swooning, go for it' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The perfect hit for those of us who have been ailing from Vampire Academy withdrawals' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ TROPES Love triangle ❤️🛆 Forbidden romance 🚫❤️‍🔥 Strong FMC 💪 Demons 👿 Magic powers ✨ You will kill the ones you love. It is in your blood, in your fate. Seventeen-year-old Alex and her mother have spent years on the run from the Covenant, a school where the pure descendants of gods hone their powers and half-mortal teens like Alex train to kill daimons for them. But when her mom is murdered by daimons and she has nobody else to turn to, Alex finds herself back at the Covenant, where she has two options: become a servant for the pures or work twice as hard as everyone else to catch up in her training. The second option seems like an easy choice, but everything gets complicated when pure-blood Aiden volunteers to be her personal trainer. Because not only is Aiden gorgeous, but he also understands Alex in a way she's never experienced before. Unfortunately, relationships between pures and half-bloods are strictly forbidden. But falling for Aiden isn't her biggest problem. As she learns the true reason her mother whisked her away from the Covenant and daimons close in on the school, she must fight to stay alive...even if it's her fault those around her are dropping dead.

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Mr Einstein's Secretary

Mr Einstein's Secretary by Matthew Reilly

A SECRETARY LIKE NO OTHER IN AN EPIC SPANNING 40 YEARS All Hanna Fischer ever wanted to do was to study physics under the great Albert Einstein. But when, as a teenager in 1919, her life is suddenly turned upside-down, she is catapulted into a new and extraordinary life - as a secretary, a scientist, a sister and a spy. From racist gangs in Berlin to gangsters in New York City, Nazis in the 1930s and Hitler's inner circle during the Second World War, Hanna will encounter some of history's greatest minds and most terrible moments, all while desperately trying to stay alive. She is a most unique secretary and she will work for many bosses - from shrewd businessmen to vile Nazis, to the greatest boss of them all, Mr Albert Einstein... Spanning forty years, this is the thrilling tale of a young woman propelled through history's most dangerous times. But read it carefully, because all may not be as it seems... SHORTLISTED FOR THE ABIA GENERAL FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024

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The Windsor Legacy

The Windsor Legacy A Royal Dynasty of Secrets, Scandal and Survival by Robert Jobson

THE SCANDALOUS TRUTH BEHIND THE CROWN FROM THE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF CATHERINE, THE PRINCESS OF WALES: THE BIOGRAPHY Hailed as 'the Godfather of royal reporting' by the Wall Street Journal , Robert Jobson offers a meticulously researched and fascinating insider insight into the British monarchy's resilience and influence over the past century from Elizabeth II to the future King William. Hidden in their own history are the bombshell secrets the palace hoped would never see the light of day - from the real fallout of the Prince Andrew 'Epstein' scandal, the much-maligned departure of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and the breakdown of the 'Fab Four', and what the late Queen Elizabeth II thought of it all. In an age where resilience is essential, The Windsor Legacy delivers a scandalous exposé of royal intrigue, jam-packed with exclusive revelations that finally set the record (and the press) straight. With over three decades as a front-line royal correspondent, Jobson offers a jaw-dropping insider account of the abdication crisis, espionage, betrayal, and behind-the-scenes love affairs, to the more recent constitutional crises and the closely guarded truths and feuds that continue to shape the monarchy to this day. Told through key characters who chronicle the clashes at the heart of the family , The Windsor Legacy brings our monarchy's darkest secrets to light, revealing the truths behind the headlines.

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The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife

The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna Johnston

'A sincere, heartfelt and laugh-out-loud debut . . . a genuinely delightful read.' The Australian ‘Would you mind terribly, old boy, if I borrowed the rest of your life? I promise I’ll take excellent care of it.' Frederick Fife was born with an extra helping of kindness in his heart. If he borrowed your car he’d return it washed and polished, with a full tank of petrol. The problem is, he has no one left to borrow from. At 82 he’s desperately lonely, broke and on the brink of homelessness. But Fred's luck changes when, in a bizarre case of mistaken identity, he takes the place of cranky Bernard Greer at Wattle River Nursing Home. Suddenly he has a roof over his head, warm meals in his belly and, most importantly, the chance to be part of a family again. Fingers crossed his poker face is in better nick than his prostate, or the jig is up. As Fred walks in Bernard’s shoes (and underpants), he discovers more about the man’s past - and what it would take to return a broken life to mint condition. Bittersweet and remarkably perceptive, The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife is a feel-good novel about forgiveness, redemption and finding family. 'You’ll be utterly charmed by this stunning debut. We all need a Frederick Fife in our lives.' Amanda Hampson, author of THE TEA LADIES 'An endearing story about an Aussie battler with a heart of gold. This book is like a big, warm hug - I couldn't get enough of Fred Fife and his borrowed life.' Kerryn Mayne, author of LENNY MARKS GETS AWAY WITH MURDER 'I adored this big-hearted novel that shows it is never too late to find a family. Tender, wise and laugh-out-loud funny, it is a tonic for the soul.' Joanna Nell, author of MRS WINTERBOTTOM TAKES A GAP YEAR 'What a glorious story it is – I absolutely loved it! Anna has created a wonderfully diverse cast of funny, flawed, and completely relatable characters. Fred is one of life’s unsung heroes – a loveable rogue with a big heart for whom kindness towards others comes as naturally as breathing. It was an absolute joy to follow him on his poignant, hilarious and at times precarious journey to find the happy ending that he so richly deserved.' Ruth Hogan, author of THE KEEPER OF LOST THINGS

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A Soul of Ash and Blood

A Soul of Ash and Blood A Blood and Ash Novel by Jennifer L. Armentrout

Only his memories can save her… A great primal power has risen. The Queen of Flesh and Fire has become the Primal of Blood and Bone—the true Primal of Life and Death. And the battle Casteel, Poppy, and their allies have been fighting has only just begun. Gods are awakening across Iliseeum and the mortal realm, readying for the war to come. But when Poppy falls into stasis, Cas faces the very real possibility that the dire, unexpected consequences of what she is becoming could take her away from him. Cas is given some advice, though—something he plans to cling to as he waits to see her beautiful eyes open once more: Talk to her. And so, he does. He reminds Poppy how their journey began, revealing things about himself that only Kieran knows in the process. But it’s anybody’s guess what she’ll wake to or exactly how much of the realm and Cas will have changed when she does. #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout revisits Poppy and Casteel’s epic love story in the next installment of the Blood and Ash series. But this time, Hawke gets to tell the tale.

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Alchemised

Alchemised The 2025 debut novel phenomenon everyone is talking about and no one can put down by SenLinYu

***The record-breaking debut and instant Sunday Times Bestseller*** ‘A work of quite staggering ambition. Detailed world-building, intricate plot, Gothic claustrophobia, wraps the readers in its dark embrace ’ Daily Mail 'Very readable' Guardian In a world ruled by necromancers, a woman with missing memories threatens the dark order that keeps her captive - and the man sent to break her. Gothic in tone, epic in scope - this debut is destined to become a modern classic. Once a promising alchemist, Helena Marino is now a prisoner – of war and of her own fractured mind. The Resistance is crushed, her allies dead, her abilities suppressed. The world she knew is gone. Paladia’s corrupt guild families and their necromancer overlords, aided by vile undead creatures now rule - and hold Helena captive. Resistance records claim she was a healer of little importance. Yet, Helena’s inexplicable memory loss makes her enemies wonder: Is she truly insignificant, or do her missing memories conceal the Resistance’s final secret? To uncover the truth, Helena is delivered into the hands of the High Reeve – Paladia’s most feared and merciless necromancer. Trapped on his crumbling estate, she must fight to protect what remains of herself and unearth the secrets buried in her mind, her prison, and her captor . . . whatever the cost. ‘A superb dark fantasy novel set in a war torn world of black magic and alchemy’ Sun

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Empire of the Dawn

Empire of the Dawn by Jay Kristoff

From holy cup comes holy light; The faithful hands sets world aright. And in the Seven Martyrs’ sight, Mere man shall end this endless night. Gabriel de León has lost his family, his faith, and his last hope of ending the endless night – the Holy Grail, Dior. With no desire left but vengeance, he and a band of loyal brothers journey into the war-torn heart of the Augustin Empire to claim the life of the Forever King. Unbeknownst to the Last Silversaint, the Grail still lives – speeding towards Augustin’s besieged capital in the frail hope of ending Daysdeath forever. But deadly treachery awaits within the halls of power, and the Forever King’s legions march ever closer. Gabriel and Dior will be drawn into a final battle that will shape the very fate of the Empire, but as the sun sets for what may be the last time, there will be no-one left for them to trust. Not even each other. From Sunday Times bestselling author of The Nevernight Chronicle, Jay Kristoff, comes the epic conclusion to the #1 internationally bestselling series. Reviews Praise for Empire of the Vampire: '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 a #1 international, New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of fantasy and science fiction. He is the winner of eight Aurealis Awards, an ABIA, has over two million books in print and is published in over thirty-five countries, most of which he has never visited. He is as surprised about all of this as you are. He is 6’7” and has approximately 10,000 days to live. He does not believe in happy endings.

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Kiss Of The Basilisk

Kiss Of The Basilisk the bestselling, spicy, not-safe-for-work romantasy that's taken TikTok by storm! by Lindsay Straube

THIS BOOK IS NOT SAFE TO READ AT WORK. And honestly, the less you know about it before reading . . . the better! Twenty year old Temperance Verus has never been kissed. But that's what the basilisk is for. Along with thirteen other contestants, Tem must train with a basilisk to learn the power of seduction and win the prince's hand in marriage. When Tem is matched with Caspen, the Serpent King, she realizes she might actually stand a chance. But with tensions rising between the basilisks and the humans, Tem is torn in two directions. As her bond with Caspen deepens, so does her connection with the prince. And when she uncovers a terrible secret about the royal family, Tem finds herself caught between two worlds . . . neither of which she can survive without. Read this book if you like any of the following: Golden fangs; inappropriate use of a claw; hot men with daddy issues; hot women with daddy issues; witty banter; long, dextrous fingers Guaranteed to make you blush (and then some), Kiss of the Basilisk is like if fanfic Draco Malfoy went on the Bachelor and had to compete with a snake. Sounds fun, doesn't it? That's because it is!! PRAISE FOR KISS OF THE BASILISK "So you're thinking, 'A basilisk? Really?' The answer is YES. REALLY. This book changed me." - @katiec "Absolutely not safe for work, but so addicting you'll read it in the break room anyway." - @bookbiche "I had to pray the rosary before and after each chapter." - @ktgroberts "Too hot to read in one sitting, pace yourself." - @michaela.whitney "A wild ride." - Lindsay's mom "What Lindsay's mom said." - @girly_pop_00

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Only the Stones Survive

Only the Stones Survive A Novel by Morgan Llywelyn

From the New York Times –bestselling author of Lion of Ireland, an ancient, mythical Irish race must protect their homeland in this historical fantasy. For centuries the Túatha Dé Danann lived in peace on an island where time flowed more slowly and the seasons were gentle—until the invaders came. The Gaels came looking for easy riches and conquest, following the story of an island to the west where their every desire could be granted. After a happy and innocent childhood, Joss was on the cusp of becoming a man when the Gaels slaughtered the kings and queens of the Túatha Dé Danann. Left without a mother and father, he must unite what is left of his people. Even broken and scattered, Joss and his people are not without strange powers. "Ms. Llywelyn's command of language is exquisite and, thus, the novel is a shining example of some of the exquisite storytelling of the past." — SFRevu

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Wild Love

Wild Love Discover the Sunday Times bestseller* and your newest small town romance obsession! by Elsie Silver

"Elsie Silver's writing is a true revelation!" ALI HAZELWOOD Small-town, big characters, four addictive love stories . . . meet the single dads of Rose Hill's recreational bowling team. Perfect for fans of steamy romance, Lucy Score, and Elsie's smash hit Chestnut Springs series. ____ She's been driving him wild for years . . . t he good kind of wild. The kind of wild that comes with wanting your best friend's little sister and knowing you can't have her. Forbes may have labeled Ford Grant the World's Hottest Billionaire, but all he cares about is escaping the press and opening a recording studio in gorgeous small town Rose Hill. Something that comes to a screeching halt when he ends up face-to-face with a young girl who claims he's her biological father. Now, he spends his days balancing business with parenting a sullen twelve-year-old, all while trying desperately to keep his hands the hell off his best friend's sister, Rosie Belmont. After living in the city, Rosie came blasting back into town like a storm. Beautiful, messy, and chaotic. And one wide-eyed, desperate plea for a job is all it takes for Ford to hire her. He vows to keep her at arm's length. Tries to stick to scowls and grumpy one-liners. But with her, verbal sparring is a type of foreplay―friction that soon turns to blistering heat. Ford knows damn well he shouldn't cross this line. But shouldn't and can't are two very different things. And the only thing he truly can't do is resist her. Readers can't get enough of Wild Love . . . ' Billionaire romance but make it rustic . . . Elsie Silver just hits the mark every time' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Hands-down my favorite book Elsie has written. HIGHLY recommend ' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Did I devour this in a single day? You bet I did!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Elsie Silver is the queen of small-town romances' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'The banter . The tension . The relationship between Ford & Rosie. The character development. Wow ' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'I was hooked from the first chapter' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ * Wild Love was an instant Sunday Times bestseller in the second week of April 2024. Wild Eyes was an instant Sunday Times bestseller in the second week of September 2024.

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The Love Hypothesis

The Love Hypothesis A TikTok sensation and must-read STEM romance by Ali Hazelwood

With an exclusive new bonus chapter... from Adam's POV Based on the available information and the data hitherto collected, my hypothesis is that the further I stay away from love, the better off I will be. 'Contemporary romance's unicorn: the elusive marriage of deeply brainy and delightfully escapist.' Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of The Unhoneymooners * When a fake relationship between scientists meets the irresistible force of attraction, it throws one woman's carefully calculated theories on love into chaos. As a third-year Ph.D. candidate, Olive Smith doesn't believe in lasting romantic relationships but her best friend does, and that's what got her into this situation. Convincing Anh that Olive is on her way to a happily ever after was always going to be tough, scientists require proof. So, like any self-respecting woman, Olive panics and kisses the first man she sees. That man is none other than Adam Carlsen, a young hotshot professor and well-known ass. Which is why Olive is positively floored when he agrees to keep her charade a secret and be her fake boyfriend. But when a big science conference goes haywire and Adam surprises her again with his unyielding support (and his unyielding abs), their little experiment feels dangerously close to combustion. Olive soon discovers that the only thing more complicated than a hypothesis on love is putting her own heart under the microscope. What the five star reviews are saying about The Love Hypothesis: 'Did I read this in 24 hours? Yes.' 'Funny. Snarky. Intelligent. Real.' 'If you're even slightly thinking about getting this book to read, just go a head and do it' 'Adam is just *swoon*' 'Ali Hazelwood has made herself an auto-buy author' 'It was just... perfect.' 'A heroine you will instantly fall in love with' Ali Hazelwood's latest novel, Love on the Brain is out now.

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