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AN ADDICTIVE PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER WITH A STUNNING CLIMAX. Rob is not the man I married. And even my own mother is keeping things from me. She's on his side. However deep the lies are buried, I must find the truth, no matter how horrifying it is. We moved from Minnesota to a beautiful house in the English countryside. A year away was meant to be the perfect fresh start. As soon as we arrive, I get a bad vibe. Despite the charming period features, the house is dark and cold. When the taxi driver pulls away, he warns us: 'whatever you do, don't believe the rumours.' Our first morning there, Rob brings me croissants in bed and I think maybe this will work, maybe we can be happy here. Then it begins. Strange noises coming from the woods. In the garden, I feel like I'm being watched. Then I see him.The little boy. Rob tells me there's no one there. That I'm crazy. That I'm going to ruin the last chance we have to make our marriage work. But he's lying. This gripping thriller is perfect for fans of Anya Mora, Freida McFadden, Claire McGowan, Daniel Hurst, Hailey Smith, Shari Lapena and Shalini Boland.

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A relentlessly gripping psychological thriller from BESTSELLING AUTHOR Natasha Boydell. Until the girl went missing, we thought it was the perfect place to live...When we move into the exclusive Westford Park housing estate, we feel safe at last. More like a country club, it has everything we might need - beautiful houses with big gardens, a pool, a boating lake, extensive grounds. It's also got 24/7 security.Our new neighbours are lovely too. We start to make friendships that feel like they could last a lifetime.It feels like nothing could possibly go wrong here.It's like our secrets haven't followed us here.Or that's what we think at first...A completely gripping and unmissable psychological suspense novel, that fans of KL Slater, Lisa Jewell and Freida McFadden will find unputdownable.Praise for Natasha Boydell:'Wow! What a brilliant book!! Is it crazy to say this might be my favourite read of 2024 even though it's only January? The suspense, the doubt, THE PLOT TWISTS!! I absolutely loved the characters, loved the story, loved everything about this book. This was my first by Natasha Boydell and now I am running to read more by her! 5 stars!!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book blew me away. I love books that grab you from the beginning and hold on so tightly that you cannot put the book down... The ending was explosive and was not predictable at all. I love, love, love this author and cannot wait for more.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Literally picked this book up in the morning and began to read it and before I knew it I was finishing it later that evening. It's that addicting, honestly I found this so hard to put down. Every page that went past, I was frightened, I was dreading what was coming next. I could never have predicted the outcome. I'm still in shock, it's crazy. The suspense oh my god!... This book is incredible... I would definitely say this has got to be one of my favourite books ever!!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Amazing... it's an addictive read, it has it all the shocks and twists... A page turner of a book... Who do you believe and who do you trust? I so recommend this book - a twisty read!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A gripping masterpiece that masterfully combines elements of mystery and suspense. Boydell's narrative unfolds like a carefully crafted puzzle, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. The sense of suspense is palpable, making it nearly impossible to put the book down. As the intricate plot weaves its web of intrigue, the anticipation builds, creating a thrilling reading experience.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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A secluded house. A lost notebook. A wartime secret.1942: Young Irish nurse Ellen arrives at May Day House, tasked with helping the men there rehabilitate. But there's something strange about the house, surrounded by water, on its own island in the Thames. And then there are the men: traumatised by their experiences of war, and subject to troubling methods in a desperate race to get them back to duty. As Ellen gets drawn into the world of May Day House, she starts to realise this will be no place to hide away from her own troubles...2013: Philip and Meredith are the proud new owners of May Day House. Following a string of tragedies, the couple have moved to the area in search of a new start. But all is not what it seems in the riverside community. As their plans for the rundown house meet resistance from the neighbours, Meredith finds herself slowly unravelling: she hears voices on the water, sees figures where there can be no one there. When she finds an old notebook from the war, she seeks solace in the stories about the former patients of the island.But will shadows from the past threaten her future happiness - and even her life?Curl up with this rich and spellbinding story of love and war, perfect for fans of Kate Morton, Eve Chase and Lucinda Riley.

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'Epic, tragic and gorgeous' - Alix E. Harrow, author of The Ten Thousand Doors of January 'A thoroughly engrossing read with a fabulous, tragic-trickster protagonist . . . I've been waiting for a book like this' - Megan Campisi, author of Sin Eater 'A dazzling new world of fate, war, love and betrayal' - Zen Cho, author of Black Water Sister She Who Became the Sun reimagines the rise to power of the Ming Dynasty's founding emperor. In a famine-stricken village on a dusty plain, a seer shows two children their fates. For a family's eighth-born son, there's greatness. For the second daughter, nothing. In 1345, China lies restless under harsh Mongol rule. And when a bandit raid wipes out their home, the two children must somehow survive. Zhu Chongba despairs and gives in. But the girl resolves to overcome her destiny. So she takes her dead brother's identity and begins her journey. Can Zhu escape what's written in the stars, as rebellion sweeps the land? Or can she claim her brother's greatness - and rise as high as she can dream? This is a glorious tale of love, loss, betrayal and triumph by a powerful new voice. 'As brilliant as Circe . . . a deft and dazzling triumph' - Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan is a historical fantasy re-imagining of the rise to power of Zhu Yuanzhang. Zhu was the peasant rebel who expelled the Mongols, unified China under native rule, and became the founding Emperor of the Ming Dynasty.

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September 1941, Bath - three friends are about to find that some of the biggest battles are to be found on the home front... As war rages and brave soldiers returning home from the frontline need nurses more than ever, fiercely proud redhead Sylvia Roberts is determined to help in any way she can. In spite of her mother's belief she isn't good enough, Sylvia believes that becoming a home front nurse is her calling. Together with the two friends she makes on her first day in the job - Freda and Veronica - she knows she can help save lives. And, as the devastation of war shows no signs of ceasing, their work becomes ever more vital. Then Sylvia's life is thrown into the path of a man who might just be able to capture her heart. Even though he is somebody who everyone - except her best friends - seems prejudiced against. Can love really conquer all, in times of war? One thing she knows is that - in the dangerous days that will follow - she and her friends will all need to support each other right to the end... The Home Front Nurses is a gripping, uplifting story of unbreakable bonds of friendship in times of strife and heartbreak, the start of an unmissable new saga series. Bestselling authors are loving The Home Front Nurses: 'I enjoyed this heart-warming yet gritty and gripping first book of the series. Sylvia, Freda and Veronica, work hard in their job of nursing the wounded, each of them with their own secret heartache... Compelling reading. Another winner for this lovely author and only the first in a series that will garner a host of readers.' Lizzie Lane 'This a new writer for me and I absolutely loved this book. Well-researched, well-written and I couldn't put it down.' Fenella J Miller 'A fantastic start to what promises to be a brilliant series.' Rosie Clarke 'Heartwarming! I loved following the lives of the three girls, and the storyline pulled me in quickly, holding my attention. It was hard to put down!' Patricia McBride 'Rachel Brimble brings Sylvia, Freda and Veronica to life in her skilled and vivid storytelling. As the friends face the perils of war on the home front, we stand beside them, sharing their hopes, dreams and fears. I can't wait to read more in this series.' May Ellis

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The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe is a short story by American writer Edgar Allan Poe, first published in 1843. It is related by an unnamed narrator who endeavors to convince the reader of the narrator's sanity while simultaneously describing a murder the narrator committed. The victim was an old man with a filmy pale blue "vulture-eye", as the narrator calls it. The narrator emphasizes the careful calculation of the murder, attempting the perfect crime, complete with dismembering the body in the bathtub and hiding it under the floorboards. Ultimately, the narrator's actions result in hearing a thumping sound, which the narrator interprets as the dead man's beating heart. Plot summary: "The Tell-Tale Heart" is a first-person narrative told by an unnamed narrator. Despite insisting that they are sane, the narrator suffers from a disease (nervousness) which causes "over-acuteness of the senses". The old man, with whom the narrator lives, has a clouded, pale, blue "vulture-like" eye, which distresses and manipulates the narrator so much that they plot to murder the old man, despite also insisting that the narrator loves the old man and has never felt wronged by him. The narrator is insistent that this careful precision in committing the murder proves that they cannot possibly be insane. For seven nights, the narrator opens the door of the old man's room to shine a sliver of light onto the "evil eye." However, the old man's vulture-eye is always closed, making it impossible to "do the work," thus making the narrator go further into distress. On the eighth night, the old man awakens after the narrator's hand slips and makes a noise, interrupting the narrator's nightly ritual. The narrator does not draw back and after some time, decides to open the lantern. A single thin ray of light shines out and lands precisely on the "evil eye," revealing that it is wide open. The narrator hears the old man's heart beating, which only gets louder and louder. This increases the narrator's anxiety to the point where they decide to strike. They jump into the room and the old man shrieks once before he is killed. The narrator then dismembers the body and conceals the pieces under the floorboards, ensuring the concealment of all signs of the crime.

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Three friends, one Balearic promise and a summer that could change their lives forever... For twenty-one-year-old Belle Madden her first holiday to Ibiza with best friends Gem and Laurie was memorable for all the right reasons: partying the night away, planning a future filled with big dreams and making a promise to return in ten years to celebrate living their best lives - hopefully... Fast forward a decade and Belle is desperate for a change. Eager to escape her relationship troubles, she jumps at a job opportunity that takes her back to the White Isle.Despite loving island life and her new job, Belle realises something is missing. With their busy lives the three friends have drifted apart, their friendship fractured. Remembering their promise to return, Belle seizes the opportunity to organise a reunion holiday. After the initial excitement of being back together in Ibiza, cracks start to appear. A lot can change in ten years. Dreams can be shattered, love lost and hope destroyed. And when secrets are revealed, long suppressed emotions begin to unravel...Will Belle repeat her past mistakes or can a second chance summer be the beginning of a happy-ever-after for friendship as well as love? Praise for Kate Frost: 'A story that reminds us to take risks and follow our hearts' - Gillian Harvey 'Highly recommended - A fabulous location, I wish I was there. A thoughtful, heartfelt story of love, relationships and reconciliation. My first Kate Frost book, but definitely not my last!' - Sandy Barker 'If you are looking for a perfect dose of summer sunshine, this is the book for you!' - Sarah Bennett 'A perfect escape, with sunshine, devastating secrets, tears, smiles and a hero you will fall in love with.' - Jennifer Bohnet 'A beautiful novel about life choices and moving on. Should be read by a pool with a glass of Prosecco in one hand' - T.A. Williams 'A lovely escapist tale full of heart, friendship and promise' - Annie Robertson

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Almost everyone in Falkenstein is annoyed with one another right now. Tina and Alex are quarreling. Mrs. Martin is upset with the Count. Even the horses Sabrina and Amadeus aren't getting along. Can Bibi use the mandrake formula from her herbology class at witch school to dispel the anger?

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An enchanting story, masterfully told, The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune is about the profound experience of discovering an unlikely family in an unexpected place - and realizing that family could be yours. 'I loved it. It is like being wrapped up in a big gay blanket. Simply perfect' - V. E. Schwab, author of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue He expected nothing. But they gave him everything . . . Linus Baker leads a quiet life. At forty, he has a tiny house with a devious cat and his beloved records for company. And at the Department in Charge of Magical Youth, he's spent many dull years monitoring their orphanages. Then one day, Linus is summoned by Extremely Upper Management and given a highly classified assignment. He must travel to an orphanage where six dangerous children reside, including the Antichrist. There, Linus must somehow determine if they could bring on the end of days. But their guardian, charming and enigmatic Arthur Parnassus, will do anything to protect his wards. As Arthur and Linus grow ever closer, Linus must choose between duty and his dreams. The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune is an uplifting, heart-warming fantasy tale that's become a New York Times, USA Today and Washington Post bestseller. 'Likely to cause heart-swelling' - Washington Post 'A modern fairy tale . . . It's a beautiful book' - Charlaine Harris, number one New York Times bestselling author 'Touching, tender and truly delightful' - Gail Carriger, author of Soulless

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'A novel that literally out-Christies Agatha. An exciting, moving and delightful read' - JANICE HALLETT, bestselling author of The Appeal 'This is a book which has it all' - ELIZABETH MACNEAL, bestselling author of The Doll Factory In 1926, Agatha Christie disappeared for 11 days. Only I know the truth of her disappearance. I'm no Hercule Poirot. I'm her husband's mistress. Agatha Christie's world is one of glamorous society parties, country house weekends, and growing literary fame. Nan O'Dea's world is something very different. Her attempts to escape a tough London upbringing during the Great War led to a life in Ireland marred by a hidden tragedy. After fighting her way back to England, she's set her sights on Agatha. Because Agatha Christie has something Nan wants. And it's not just her husband. Despite their differences, the two women will become the most unlikely of allies. And during the mysterious eleven days that Agatha goes missing, they will unravel a dark secret that only Nan holds the key to . . . The Christie Affair is a stunning novel which reimagines the unexplained eleven-day disappearance of Agatha Christie in 1926 that captivated the world. 'Elegant, ingenious and hugely enjoyable' - AJ PEARCE, bestselling author of Dear Mrs Bird and Yours, Cheerfully 'A genuine marvel' - KRISTIN HANNAH, bestselling author of Firefly Lane and The Four Winds

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An MDLG and ABDL themed love story for the age play fetishist. Please note: This book contains content only appropriate for individuals interested in the MDLG subgroup of BDSM. It includes kink related themes, psychological power-play both sexual and non-sexual, sub training in diaper wetting, punishment by bondage, spankings, butt plug, and genital teasing. The story is a work of fiction, and although based on multiple personal experiences, Tina Moore does not assume to speak for the entire community. She also believes that the kink is as broad and diverse as the consenting adults who engage in it, and thus there is not a 'correct' way to be a consenting adult involved in age play and/or regression. Tina Moore would like to thank all her loyal, supportive, and loving fans. She wishes you every happiness and success and hopes that you stay safe, calm, and healthy. Leila knew that life could be better, but she had no idea it could be this good! With her 20year high school reunion looming, Leila discovers the power of personal reflection and evolving into the person she wishes to become. As her younger Mommy trains her, Leila enjoys the freedom to be herself, to learn what real love feels like and how to finally be at peace with who she is as a person, a little and a woman. If you are looking for a loving and romantic MDLG story... Then scroll up and click "add to cart"

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A summer to remember...A love to last a lifetime...Stranded in Rome, with all planes grounded due to volcanic ash, Callum gratefully accepts a lift back to London with a friend-of-a-friend who's on her way home after a European road trip in a campervan.But when he meets her, his heart plummets - she's Emma, his ex, The ex, and he can't be stuck in a van with her.When Emma sees Callum again, she's horrified. It's taken so many years to heal her heart - she really doesn't want to spend the next few days in close quarters with him.As they embark on the drive of a lifetime, it begins to feel as though fate might have had a hand in reuniting them. But understanding what happened in the past and coming to terms with the present isn't easy. Can the gift of time - and forced proximity - bring them back together again?A gorgeous romantic comedy set against the beautiful sights of Italy and France, perfect for fans of Beth O'Leary and Mhairi McFarlane'Clever and funny with a sparkling and heartfelt love story, Jo proves once again why she's the queen of page-turning, feel-good romance' Catherine Walsh'...pacy and funny and romantic... Every single character leapt off the page, and it sparkled with wit and warmth. A triumph of a rom com.' Clare Swatman'Such a warm, witty book ... The love story was gorgeous - such brilliant energy and chemistry' Kristen Bailey

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Book-keeper Megan has always lived life by a set of very rigid rules, but with impending divorce papers on the horizon, she throws herself into a new challenge. She finds solace and purpose in her volunteer work at a dogs' home but with finances tight, and soon-to-be ex-husband Lyle controlling her purse strings, she might have to trade the work for something more permanent. But spending her time in the fresh countryside air, Megan discovers a glimmer of hope for a new beginning, finding strength, love, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow - and maybe, even possibly, a new romance. A cosy and heartwarming romance set in the beautiful Cornish countryside, perfect for fans of Sarah Bennett, Jo Bartlett and Phillipa Ashley Praise for Sarah Hope: 'A gorgeous story and one I would definitely recommend. It is light-hearted but with some serious things as well.' ★★★★★ Reader Review 'Loved this! I'm a huge dog lover so their stories totally tugged at my heart' ★★★★★ Reader Review 'Loved the other two books in the Wagging Tails series and this one didn't disappoint ... Puddles stole my heart. Now I feel my life will not be complete without a Daschund' ★★★★★ Reader Review 'Another great visit to all at the Wagging Dogs Home ... brilliant read as always' ★★★★★ Reader Review

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In the Avu Observatory" is a short story by H. G. Wells (1866-1946), first published in the Pall Mall Budget on 9 August 1894, and subsequently included in The Stolen Bacillus and Other Incidents (1895) and The Country of the Blind and Other Stories (1911).[1] It describes an attack by a large bat-like creature on an assistant at a remote observatory in Borneo.

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Following on from the bestselling The Seven Sisters and The Storm Sister, The Shadow Sister is the third audiobook in Lucinda Riley's spellbinding series of love and loss, loosely based on the mythology of the Seven Sisters star cluster. Star D'Aplièse is at a crossroads in her life after the sudden death of her beloved father - the elusive billionaire, named Pa Salt by his six daughters, all adopted by him from the four corners of the world. He has left each of them a clue to their true heritage, but Star - the most enigmatic of the sisters - is hesitant to step out of the safety of the close relationship she shares with her sister CeCe. In desperation, she decides to follow the first clue she has been left, which leads her to an antiquarian bookshop in London, and the start of a whole new world . . . A hundred years earlier, headstrong and independent Flora MacNichol vows she will never marry. She is happy and secure in her home in the Lake District, living close to her idol, Beatrix Potter, when machinations outside of her control lead her to London, and the home of one of Edwardian society's most notorious players, Alice Keppel. Flora is pulled between passionate love and duty to her family, but finds herself a pawn in a game - the rules of which are only known to others, until a meeting with a mysterious gentleman unveils the answers that Flora has been searching for her whole life . . . As Star learns more of Flora's incredible journey, she too goes on a voyage of discovery, finally stepping out of the shadow of her sister and opening herself up to the possibility of love. The epic multi-million selling series continues with The Pearl Sister. 'The Shadow Sister really is Lucinda's best yet. The scope of this series is breathtaking and each book is more captivating than the last.' - Iona Grey, author of Letters to the Lost

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The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake is the runaway TikTok must-listen fantasy novel of the year, read by a full cast of narrators. If you loved Ninth House and A Deadly Education, you'll love this. Secrets. Betrayal. Seduction. Welcome to the Alexandrian Society. When the world's best magicians are offered an extraordinary opportunity, saying yes is easy. Each could join the secretive Alexandrian Society, whose custodians guard lost knowledge from ancient civilizations. Their members enjoy a lifetime of power and prestige. Yet each decade, only six practitioners are invited - to fill five places. Contenders Libby Rhodes and Nico de Varona are inseparable enemies, cosmologists who can control matter with their minds. Parisa Kamali is a telepath, who sees the mind's deepest secrets. Reina Mori is a naturalist who can perceive and understand the flow of life itself. And Callum Nova is an empath, who can manipulate the desires of others. Finally there's Tristan Caine, whose powers mystify even himself. Following recruitment by the mysterious Atlas Blakely, they travel to the Society's London headquarters. Here, each must study and innovate within esoteric subject areas. And if they can prove themselves, over the course of a year, they'll survive. Most of them. The story continues in The Atlas Paradox, the heart-stopping sequel. 'I don't think anything will ever compare with this' - Reader Review 'To say I can't wait for the sequel is an understatement. Do yourself a favour and buy this immediately!' - Reader Review 'I had to convince myself magic isn't real' - Reader Review Originally a self-published sensation, this edition has been fully edited and revised. Now includes the short story Sacred Hospitality.

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Old Adam Godley's time on earth is drawing to an end, and as his wife and children gather at the family home, little do they realize that they are not the only ones who have come to observe the spectacle.The mischievous Greek gods, too, have come; as tensions fray and desire bubbles over, their spying soon becomes intrusion becomes intervention, until the mortals' lives - right before their eyes - seem to be changing faster than they can cope with.Overflowing with bawdy humour, John Banville has allowed his twinkling eye to rove through memories of the past and relationships of the present in this moving family drama. Read by Julian Rhind-Tutt, The Infinities is both a salacious delight and a penetrating exploration of the terrifying, wonderful, immutable plight of being human.

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Laura is watching the world go by without her. Unable to leave her house since suffering a trauma, Laura is stuck gazing out of her window at Willow Crescent, relying on husband Jim and best friend Debbie for help.Then one day, Jim doesn't come home. A day becomes two, days become a week, and still no sign of Jim. And with the police half-hearted in their efforts to look for him, Laura is forced into a decision. She's going to have to face the world outside and find her husband herself.But what Laura hasn't realised is that Willow Crescent is a community, eager to help. From Arthur and Carol next door ready to rally the neighbours, to Marjorie and her daughter Faye at number nine looking for their own reasons to engage with the world. From Sonja at number seven who thinks she may have seen Jim in London, to widower Ben at number four who understands all about being lonely. Laura has a world ready to embrace her if she can just find the nerve. And when it slowly dawns on them all, that the Jim they thought they knew, may have been hiding some unfathomable secrets, Laura has a choice - retreat back behind her window, or start living the life that was waiting for her all along. This is Clare Swatman's tour de force. At the same time emotional, uplifting, page-turning and breath-taking, Laura is a character you will never forget. Praise for Clare Swatman:'I loved The Night We First Met by Clare Swatman. Warm, romantic and wonderfully written, it's an emotional and thought-provoking read with such relatable characters.' Debbie Howells 'The Night We First Met is a beautiful love story that vividly evokes time and place, transporting the reader... and leaves you rooting for everyone who is brave enough to follow their heart and not their head.' Victoria Scott'Heart-breaking and life-affirming in equal measures, Before We Grow Old is the tender story of a chance meeting between former childhood sweethearts Fran and Will, and is packed with secrets and revelations. Through her beautiful writing, Clare Swatman delivers a powerful lesson in learning to love with your whole heart and accepting the same, no matter what life throws at you.' Sarah Bennett'Irresistible . . . A delightfully bittersweet story that will appeal to fans of One Day' - Sunday Mirror 'The Night We First Met is a breathless story of enduring love that will fill your heart and give you hope.' Laura Kemp 'The Night We First Met is such a special book, filled with broken and relatable characters, who you can't help but love. Just Gorgeous!' Emma Cooper 'The Night We First Met' is a gorgeously romantic, sliding doors love story about how The One will find you in the end.' Katy Regan

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Scandal at the dog show! Sir Theodore's three king poodles - until now the undisputed champions - have been dyed blue! Sir Theodore accuses the organiser Mason Mayfield of being the culprit. When Mayfield is found murdered a short time later, Sir Theodore is the prime suspect. But Nathalie is firmly convinced of his innocence and, together with Louise and the poodles, she sets out to uncover the real murderer. About the series: There was nothing in the will about this... Cottages, English roses and rolling hills: that's Earlsraven. In the middle of it all: the "Black Feather". Not only does young Nathalie Ames unexpectedly inherit this cosy inn from her aunt, she also falls heir to her aunt's secret double life! She solved criminal cases together with her cook Louise, a former agent of the British Crown. And while Nathalie is still trying to warm up to the quirky villagers, she discovers that sleuthing runs in the family. About the author: Ellen Barksdale was born in the English seaside resort of Brighton, where her parents ran a small boarding house. From childhood she was a bookworm, and from a young age was interested in crime novels. Her first experience of crime fiction was with the Maigret novels by Georges Simenon. After years of reading crime fiction, she recently decided to take up writing herself. "Tea? Coffee? Murder!" is her first mystery series. The author lives near Swansea with her partner Ian and their three mongrels Billy, Bobby and Libby.

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HOLIDAYS AT LAST! Bibi Blocksberg visits her best friend Tina at the Martinshof. The well has no more water! Bibi and Tina want to persuade Count Falko von Falkenstein to take on the cost of drilling deeper down. But things go horribly wrong - until a mysterious young Spaniard named Chico de la Mancha comes into play... A summer full of adventures with the best friends there are: Bibi and Tina!

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Autumn, 1816... Lady Ashby is grieving the death of her beloved husband, just two years earlier. Although still young and beautiful, Isabella is resolved never to marry again, and plans to leave London, return to her parents' Yorkshire house, and resign from society before the year is over. But first, she wants one more taste of life... Isabella has written a list, the contents of which, if discovered, would create a scandal that neither she nor her family would recover from. A list of things she would like to experience, just once more, before she surrenders herself to the life of a widow. And she knows just the man to help her: her friend, handsome and honourable Captain Leo Winterton. But Captain Winterton has a secret of his own. He is in love with Isabella - and when she makes her most improper proposal to him, he is powerless to resist her, even if she is resolved never to love again. Can he persuade her they are destined to be together? Or will their impropriety be discovered, to the ruin of both? Readers can't get enough of Emma Orchard's books: 'If you're girding your loins for Bridgerton, you may want to indulge in this Regency romp' - THE TIMES 'An exciting new talent' - KATIE FFORDE 'Hot stuff. I loved it!' - FERN BRITTON 'Absolutely glorious' - SOPHIE IRWIN 'A delicious Regency romp' - ALAN TITCHMARSH Sensual and exciting' - HEIDI SWAIN 'Heyer with spice!' - LIZ FENWICK 'Witty, heartfelt, deeply emotionally authentic and incredibly sexy' - KATY MORAN 'Sexy, seductive and swoon worthy' - SARAH BENNETT 'Witty, spicy, seductive' - HANNAH DOLBY 'Perfect for fans of Bridgerton' - DARCIE BOLEYN 'Fans of Heyer and Bridgerton rejoice!' - CHARLOTTE BUTTERFIELD 'A delicious slice of escapism' - LAURA WOOD 'Heart-thumping romance' - JENNI KEER

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Pemberley Presents... With her rakish husband Wickham now dead, Lydia remains subdued and consumed by delayed guilt for the selfish behaviour that almost cost her family its respectability. Hoping to ease her sister's anguish, Lizzy Darcy encourages Lydia to record her earliest memories of life with Wickham...but Lydia can only recall acts of rebellion and scandal and falls into an even deeper slump. But when a new neighbour arrives to Pemberley, Lydia finds herself roused from her gloom - especially when Mr Patrick Shannon has a mystery to solve! Offering to help Lizzy's enigmatic new neighbour, Lydia finds herself once more drawn into scandal and a web of secrecy and lies that threatens the safety of them both! Meanwhile, Caroline Bingley has set her heart on winning Patrick's affections and this time no member of the Bennet family will stand in her way... A sparkling continuation of Pride and Prejudice perfect for fans of Bridgerton! Please note: This title was previously published as Lydia Wickham's Journal.

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John Sinclair - A new audio drama series: blockbuster cinema for your ears only: a breathtaking mixture of gothic horror and fast-paced action paired with an audio-rich atmosphere. Produced internationally in London and Los Angeles with Andrew Wincott as John Sinclair, Anthony Skordi, Emma Tate, Dan Mersh, Charlotte Moore, Nico Lennon and many others. John Sinclair: Hell's best entertainment - for your aural pleasure! How far would you go to stay alive? How much blood would you be willing to spill? Dr. Carl Barlow is a renowned physician at St. Bartholomew's Hospital. No one knows that he is dying from leukemia, that he is staring death in the face. He would do anything for a few more months on this earth. In his desperation, he experiments on himself and crosses a line that never should have been crossed. Soon, Barlow's body is changing and he is thirsty for human blood. As Barlow stalks the streets of London, DCI John Sinclair has to face his most dangerous enemy yet ... Detective Chief Inspector John Sinclair works for Scotland Yard's Special Division, an elite unit that deals with extraordinary cases. DCI Sinclair is a battle-hardened veteran of Afghanistan, a man who's been to hell and back. This time, he's not just fighting to save our world. He's fighting for his soul ... "John Sinclair" is a reboot of Europe's longest running horror series. Originally conceived in 1973 and still running strong, the "John Sinclair" novellas are firmly rooted in the finest pulp traditions, true page turners with spine-tingling suspense, exquisite gore and a dash of adventure. "John Sinclair" combines the dark visions of Stephen King, Clive Barker and the "X-Files" with the fast-paced action and globe-trotting excitement of James Bond.

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Shots echo through Vienna?s streets at dawn. A sniper has holed up in a church tower and threatens to shoot anyone who dares to show themselves on the square below. Constable Karl Gruber can persuade Freud to help him find a diplomatic solution to the situation. Under time pressure and against strong resistance from Karl?s police colleagues, Freud negotiates with the man who - just like Karl - fought in the front lines in World War I. Sigmund Freud has to do everything he can to stop the shooter from carrying out further bloodshed...

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Washed-up author Rufus Orton needs money. It's the main reason he takes the gig teaching creative writing to inmates at HMP Holderness-that, and the flattery of prison officer Annabeth Harris, who contacted him out of the blue and begged him to take the job. Annabeth loves Rufus' work-genuinely. She loves being a prison officer too. But she's keeping a secret. Fifteen years ago, she did something bad, and if it ever comes out, her perfect new life will be destroyed. HMP resident Griffin Cox has no black marks against his name. He claims he's been wrongly convicted of the sex offence that put him in prison, but he's lying. He has a plan-and everything hinges on him securing a place in the classroom with Rufus and Annabeth. It's only then that the game can begin... Dark, twisted, and gripping, this addictive psychological thriller is perfect for listeners who enjoy stories about disturbing, charismatic criminals like Hannibal Lector and Patrick Bateman.

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Pinterest is an image-based social networking site that not only offers a unique approach to the way that people communicate, but it offers incredible potential to maximize your business exposure and brand awareness. With more than 10 million visitor's monthly and over 2 million visitor's hitting the site each day, Pinterest is an extremely valuable resource for spreading your business message, connecting with potential customers, and furthering your brand. In order to create an effective marketing campaign within the Pinterest community, you need to understand the features and extended options when creating pins. Here is what you'll learn in this guide: Introduction to Pinterest Exploiting the popularity of Pinterest examples of successful Pinterest campaigns Viral marketing with Pinterest Quick start ideas Maximising exposure for unlimited free traffic

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A compulsively readable and clever YA mix of fantasy and contemporary, it's Inkheart meets Kill the Boy Band, for fans of Patrick Ness and Rainbow Rowell! Violet's in her element. Cosplay at the ready, she can't wait to feel part of her favorite fandom: The Gallows Dance, a mega book and movie franchise that she and her friends know EVERY WORD of (canon and fanfic included). But at Comic Con, a freak accident transports Violet and her friends into the story for real. And in just the first five minutes, they cause the death of the heroine, and get taken prisoner by the rebel group she was supposed to lead to victory. It's up to Violet to take her place, and play out the plot the way it was written. But stories have a life of their own, and when you change the script in one place, the rest gets revised too...

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Mia freut sich: Sie bekommt Besuch von Jean-Pierre aus Frankreich. Der sieht so süß aus mit seiner Zahnspange! Er wird zwei Wochen lang mit Mia zur Schule gehen und in ihrer Familie leben. Jean-Pierre ist der absolute Vorzeigefranzose, hat aber offensichtlich ein Geheimnis. Immer wieder kommt es zu lustigen und chaotischen Missverständnissen, als deutsche und französische Kultur aufeinandertreffen. So wie sich Jean-Pierre an sein neues Zuhause gewöhnen muss, muss sich auch Familie Hansen erst einmal an ihren Austauschfranzosen gewöhnen ...

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Das Werk ist ein modernes Märchen, ein Plädoyer für Freundschaft und Menschlichkeit: Die Geschichte des kleinen Prinzen, der gemeinsam mit seiner Rose auf dem fernen Asteroiden B 612 lebt. Auf der Suche nach Freunden reist er von Planet zu Planet, bis er schließlich auf der Erde ankommt. Hier trifft er den Erzähler, der mit seinem Flugzeug in der Wüste notlanden musste. Ein weltbekanntes Buch voller Weisheiten: "Man sieht nur mit dem Herzen. Das Wesentliche ist für die Augen unsichtbar." Diese neue Übersetzung ist in ihrer schlichten, beinahe zeitlosen Sprache näher am Original. So modern sich das Buch schon immer im Französischen las, liest - und hört - es sich jetzt auch auf Deutsch.

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The Virgin and the Warrior...When Karn, a member of the Kindred Elite Espionage Corps, is given the assignment to go undercover as a bodyslave at the home of a cruel Mistress, he doesn't hesitate to take the job. After all, lives are on the line and he has to find the list of Kindred warriors who have been taken prisoner. But to his surprise, he is bought by Mistress Maribella, not for herself, but for her innocent daughter, Lilli.Lilli has never owned a bodyslave before. She was raised in a convent, far from the hedonistic excesses of her native culture and she knows very little about the world. She does know, however, that she's not supposed to fall in love with her tall, muscular bodyslave. But how can she help herself when Karn is so patient and gentle with her? He teaches her things about pleasure she never dreamed of in her sheltered existence at the convent. But when she finds out he's a Kindred spy, will their love survive? You'll have to read Protecting His Mistress to find out.

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TRUTH OR DARE This summer at the Martins Farm has it all! Bibi and Tina are dying to find out what secret the young Spaniard Chico de la Mancha is hiding. A game night comes at just the right time: Bibi Chico wants to get to the bottom of Truth or Dare. But is Chico even telling the truth? Bibi and Tina can't think too much about it, because a storm and the birth of a foal are on the horizon... A summer full of adventures with the best friends there are: Bibi and Tina!

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Sweden 2012. When Inspector Gunnar Barbarotti returns to work after a terrible personal tragedy his boss asks him to investigate a cold case, hoping to ease him back gently into his police duties. Five years previously a shy electrician, Arnold Morinder, disappeared from the face of the earth, the only clue his blue moped abandoned in a nearby swamp. At the time his partner, Ellen Bjarnebo, claimed that Arnold had probably travelled to Norway never to return. But Ellen is one of Sweden's most notorious killers, having served eleven years in prison after killing her abusive first husband and dismembering his body with an axe. And when Barbarotti seeks to interview Ellen in relation to Arnold's disappearance she is nowhere to be found . . . But without a body and no chance of interviewing his prime suspect Barbarotti must use all the ingenuity at his disposal to make headway in the case. Still struggling with his personal demons, Barbarotti seeks solace from God, and the support of his colleague, Eva Backman. And as he finally begins to track down his suspect and the cold case begins to thaw, Barbarotti realizes that nothing about Ellen Bjarnebo can be taken for granted . . . The Axe Woman is the fifth and final Inspector Barbarotti novel from bestselling author Håkan Nesser.

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Rainbow Rowell has won fans all over the world by writing about love and life in a way that feels true. In her first short story collection Scattered Showers, she gives us nine beautifully crafted love stories. Girl meets boy camping outside a movie theater. Best friends debate the merits of high school dances. A prince romances a troll. A girl romances an imaginary boy. And Simon Snow himself returns for a holiday adventure. It's a feast of irresistible characters, hilarious dialogue, and masterful storytelling, in short, everything you'd expect from a Rainbow Rowell book.

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'This life-stuffed novel is Aleksandar Hemon's masterpiece' - David Mitchell, author of Cloud Atlas The epic, cross-continental tale of a love so strong it conquers the Great War, revolution, and even death itself. As the Archduke Franz Ferdinand arrives in Sarajevo one June day in 1914, Rafael Pinto is busy crushing herbs and grinding tablets behind the counter at the pharmacy he inherited from his father. It's not quite the life he had expected during his poetry-filled student days in libertine Vienna, but it's nothing a dash of laudanum, a summer stroll and idle fantasies can't put in perspective. And then the world explodes. In the trenches in Galicia, fantasies fall flat. Heroism gets a man killed quickly. War devours all that they have known, and the only thing Pinto has to live for are the attentions of Osman, a fellow soldier, a man of action to complement Pinto's introspective, poetic soul; a charismatic storyteller and Pinto's protector and lover. Together, Pinto and Osman will escape the trenches and find themselves entangled with spies and Bolsheviks. As they travel over mountains and across deserts, from one world to another, all the way to Shanghai, it is Pinto's love for Osman that will truly survive.

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'Witty, gripping, ruthless' - Margaret Atwood via Twitter 'Beautiful and moving' - Neil Gaiman via Twitter 'So to mortal men, we are monsters. Because of our flight, our strength. They fear us, so they call us monsters.' Medusa is the sole mortal in a family of gods. Growing up with her Gorgon sisters, she begins to realize that she is the only one who experiences change, the only one who can be hurt. And her mortal lifespan gives her an urgency that her family will never know. When the sea god Poseidon commits an unforgivable act in the temple of Athene, the goddess takes her revenge where she can - and Medusa is changed forever. Writhing snakes replace her hair, and her gaze now turns any living creature to stone. The power cannot be controlled: Medusa can look at nothing without destroying it. She is condemned to a life of shadows and darkness. Until Perseus embarks upon a quest to fetch the head of a Gorgon . . . In Stone Blind, Natalie Haynes - the Women's Prize-shortlisted author of A Thousand Ships - brings the infamous Medusa to life as you have never seen her before . . . PRAISE FOR NATALIE HAYNES: 'With her trademark passion, wit, and fierce feminism... her thoughtful portraits will linger with you long after the book is finished' - Madeline Miller 'Haynes combines a wide-ranging knowledge of the original myths with a gift for compelling narrative' - The Times 'Natalie Haynes is both a witty and an erudite guide. She wears her extensive learning lightly and deftly drags the Classics into the modern world' - Kate Atkinson 'Haynes is master of her trade . . . She succeeds in breathing warm life into some of our oldest stories' - Telegraph 'Haynes is the nation's greatest muse' - Adam Rutherford

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From the bestselling author of The One, now an eight-part Netflix series. Set in the same world as The One, The Marriage Act is a dark, high-concept thriller. 'One of the most exciting original thriller writers' Simon Kernick What if marriage was the law? Dare you disobey? Britain. The near-future. A right-wing government believes it has the answer to society's ills - the Sanctity of Marriage Act, which actively encourages marriage as the norm, punishing those who choose to remain single. But four couples are about to discover just how impossible relationships can be when the government is monitoring every aspect of our personal lives, monitoring every word, every minor disagreement . . . and will use every tool in its arsenal to ensure everyone will love, honour and obey. Black Mirror meets thriller with a dash of Naomi Alderman's The Power. Praise for John Marrs: 'A page-turning and thought-provoking read' - Daily Mirror 'A socially aware novel packed with thought-provoking questions' - SFX Magazine 'Original thriller with lots of surprises' - My Weekly 'Clever, compelling and terrifyingly plausible. A near future nightmare that grips from the first page and never let's go. The Marriage Act is a brilliant examination of relationships and the power we let others have over us. And talk about a page-turner. This one will leave you with paper cuts! C. J. Tudor, bestselling author of The Chalk Man "A smart, gripping and scarily believable story from the master of the speculative thriller."-TM Logan, author of The Curfew and The Holiday 'John's creative, high-concept thrillers never fail to keep me furiously turning the pages and The Marriage Act is no exception. Pacy and packed full of tension, the book kept me constantly guessing as the thought-provoking plot about marriage and everything that comes with it unfolded in the most sinister of ways . . . dark, immersive speculative fiction at it's very best!' Sarah Pearse, author of The Retreat and The Sanatorium 'A scarily plausible alternative future with a truly twisted narrative. Tensely plotted and terrifyingly imagined! - Harriet Tyce, author of Blood Orange

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Ever since Tanz discovered she could speak with the dead, life became a whole lot more interesting. But after putting herself in grave danger helping to solve a grisly murder, she's determined to ignore the voices and put all that nasty business behind her. So when she's offered another acting gig in her hometown of Newcastle, it feels like a perfect opportunity to spend some time with family and have a laugh with old friends. But the dead won't stay quiet for long. Soon Tanz is being drawn back into their world, and this time, the danger is much closer to home . . . Gin Palace is the second book in Tracy Whitwell's hilarious and spooky Accidental Medium series

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A sweeping fantasy romance set against the backdrop of an Ottoman Empire-inspired world, A Taste of Gold and Iron by Alexandra Rowland is perfect for fans of A Marvellous Light and The Goblin Emperor. 'A delicious tangle of romance, fealty and dangerous politics' - Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne One false coin could topple an empire. Kadou, the shy prince of Arasht, has no intention of wrestling for imperial control with his sister, the queen. Yet he remains at odds with one of the most powerful ambassadors at court - the father of the queen's new child. Then a hunting party goes terribly awry, and Kadou finds himself under suspicion of attempted murder. To prove his loyalty to his sister and salvage his reputation, Kadou takes responsibility for the investigation of a break-in at one of their guilds. He enlists the help of his newly appointed bodyguard, the coldly handsome Evemer, who seems to tolerate him at best. But what appears to be a straightforward crime spirals into a complex counterfeiting operation, with a powerful enemy at its heart. In Arasht, where princes can touch-taste precious metals with their fingers and myth runs side by side with history, counterfeiting is heresy. The conspiracy they discover could cripple the kingdom's financial standing - and bring about its ruin. 'As indulgent and satisfying as your favourite fanfiction' - Tessa Gratton, author of The Queens of Innis Lear

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The Seven Sisters is a sweeping epic tale of love and loss, written by the international number one bestseller Lucinda Riley and read by Tuppence Middleton. Maia D'Aplièse and her five sisters gather together at their childhood home - a fabulous, secluded castle situated on the shores of Lake Geneva - having been told that their beloved adoptive father, the elusive billionaire they call Pa Salt, has died. Each of them is handed a tantalising clue to their true heritage - a clue which takes Maia across the world to a crumbling mansion in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil . . . Eighty years earlier, in the Belle Époque of Rio, 1927, Izabela Bonifacio's father has aspirations for his daughter to marry into aristocracy. But Izabela longs for adventure, and convinces him to allow her to accompany the family of a renowned architect on a trip to Paris. In the heady, vibrant streets of Montparnasse, she meets ambitious young sculptor Laurent Brouilly, and knows at once that her life will never be the same again. The Seven Sisters is the first audiobook in the spellbinding Seven Sisters series, inspired by the mythology of the famous star constellation. It is followed by The Storm Sister. 'A brilliant page-turner just soaked in glamour and romance' - Daily Mail

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Autumn's summer is off to a smashing start... sort of.Earlier this year, Autumn's life looked great: she had a great relationship with her brilliant teenage daughter Chloe and from September she was all set to be Deputy Head at the London school where she works. And with a pay rise on the cards, she was excited for her and her long-term boyfriend Marc to buy their first home.But Autumn's barely opened the estate agent's website when Marc vanishes with half their savings, leaving her no choice but to move into grandma's rural home in Kent. And things go from bad to worse when Autumn is involved in an accident during the move, leaving the village's dashing new baker Jake in plaster cast, and making her a local outcast before she's even unpacked her bags.Determined to put things right, Autumn offers to help Jake in the bakery over the summer holidays. But as things heat up in the kitchen, Autumn can't help noticing that Jake is a lot more Paul Hollywood and a lot less Mr Kipling than she originally thought.Maybe this summer isn't such a write off after all?

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Perfect for fans of Grey's Anatomy!A tragic loss...Since the death of her beloved father, Isla Marlowe has felt the need to do something to honour his memory; something meaningful that will bring joy to others and repay the kindness of a stranger who changed their lives. She's got the perfect solution, but she's worried not everyone will understand.A precious gift...Aidan Kennedy and his husband, Jase, are desperate to start a family of their own, but finding the right woman to help them is difficult and some people don't think they should even try. So when Isla offers them the chance to fulfil their dream, they can't believe their wish is about to come true.A family made of friends?But when Isla is forced to face her greatest fear, Aidan and Jase's dream has to be put on hold. Broken-hearted and questioning everything she once believed, Isla desperately needs someone to share her problems with but has no idea where to turn.But then, in her darkest hour she discovers that friends can be the family you choose for yourself.Praise for Jo Bartlett:'Stunning setting, wonderful characters, and oozing with warmth. A triumph from Jo Bartlett' Jessica Redland'Perfectly written and set in the beating heart of a community, this story is a wonderful slice of Cornish escapism' Helen J Rolfe'I was drawn in from the first word, I've laughed and cried, what a really lovely story' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'I would highly recommend this book for a bit of fantastic escapism and love conquering all' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A heart warming tale which I enjoyed reading very much' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

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'Warm and poignant, brimming with heart and humour and filled with characters I was rooting for. Loved this class act!' Fiona Gibson Robyn Allen is finally getting closer to her dream of West End stardom. And along with her role dancing in the latest hot musical, she's being wined and dined by an equally hot man - the wildly successful and well-connected Fabian Carrington. But one slip up and her dreams are shattered, and Robyn has to hobble back to the Yorkshire village of Beddingfield, and the life she hoped she'd escaped.Moving back into her mum's house with her recalcitrant teenage sister Sorrel, next door to her older sister Jess who's fed up with picking up the slack, is not how Robyn pictured her year. But there's more to come. Sorrel needs a new school, and the school needs a new drama teacher. Despite having vowed never to teach again, Robyn knows she has to support her sister.So together Sorrel and Robyn vow to take on St Mede's - home to jokers, tearaways and trouble-makers, but with a hidden heartbeat ready to be inspired. And who knows, the kids might have something to teach Robyn about life too...Welcome to the village of Beddingfield and the first book in bestseller Julie Houston's new series set in Yorkshire. Funny, fabulous, heart-warming and hilarious, you'll never forget the Allen sisters and their one-of-a-kind community. Perfect for fans of Jo Bartlett, Cathy Bramley and Philippa Ashley.'There is too much to love about Julie's latest book. This story of three sisters is funny, heart-warming and will keep you hooked to the final page.' Carmen ReidPraise for Julie Houston:'This is a gorgeous, warm-hearted read with a cast of characters that you can't help but root for. It's a beautiful depiction of the special bond between sisters - warts and all and I can't wait to see where we go next with the Allen family.' Freya Kennedy'Warm, funny and well written, with a page-turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!' Katie Fforde'Julie Houston at her best - heartfelt and hilarious' Sandy Barker'Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!' Mandy Baggot'A tour de force of beautiful, funny and emotional storytelling' Fay Keenan'A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep' Sheila O'Flanagan'This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you'll fall in love with!' Katie GingerReaders love Julie Houston:'Julie Houston knows how to pluck the readers' heartstrings . If ever anyone feels down, Julie's books should be available on prescription... the perfect pick-me-up.''If you are looking to indulge in a tale of Yorkshire and its fabulously feisty, independent women, then Julie's latest offering should be your first choice. Packed with hopeless romanticism, witty banter and a satisfying ending, this is a splendid read which I heartily recommend.''This was just what I needed to restart the reading bug and has left me wanting to get stuck into all of the books again, fab characters, great storylines and lots of "Will they, won't they" situations. I buddy read this with a friend but we both ended up binge reading as you find yourself getting lost in the book and wanting to know what's going to happen next.. I would easily recommend Julie to anyone looking for something to get them out of a book slump or just who wants a good book to get lost in!''I love all of Julie Houston's novels and this one is a cracker. Great characters, a lovely setting and a very entertaining and gripping read. Highly recommended. Don't go on holiday without it!!'

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Two women, one community, everyone's war...With the arrival of British prisoners of war on Marchese Ginori's farmhouse estate, Rosa is immediately wary. Her husband was killed by the Allies and she will not trust any inglesi around her daughter.The marchese's daughter, Emma, is thankful for the extra help. Especially when Italian soldiers are forced into hiding, fleeing the Nazis. Emma vows to protect her childhood best friend, Marco, at any cost.It's a dangerous time to be harbouring fugitives, and as the POWs prove their allegiance in helping the Italian men, Rosa begins to become close to one in particular - an alluring Scotsman named Tom.Both women will do what it takes to protect their loved ones, but daring to hope for a better future in wartime is a dangerous dream. And what starts as a quest to keep their men safe soon turns into a mission to save their whole community...A sweeping tale of love, loss and hope in times of strife, perfect for fans of Fiona Valpy, Rhys Bowen and Kristin Hannah

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A local gossip is about to get her just desserts! Life at Hopgood Hall is never boring, but Alexi Ellis hopes that there will be no more murders for the time being - she's solved four already and is getting a reputation in the local area for being bad luck. So when local gossip Polly Pearson arrives at Hopgood hall, Alexi knows this can only mean bad news. Polly has made it clear that she dislikes Alexi, and has campaigned for her to leave Hopgood Hall forever - so what could Polly want? Then Polly reveals that her partner, Gerry has been found murdered in her B&B and that she is the main suspect! Alexi, her partner Jack and Cosmo the cat are all left speechless. More so when Polly begs Alexi for help in proving her innocence. But Alexi isn't sure she wants to help this spiteful gossip. Is she really innocent or as deadly as the police believe her to be? Praise for E V Hunter: 'If you want to dip your toe into the cosy crime genre then this is the book for you! It is incredible. I loved every word and Cosmo the cat is just hilarious' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review 'A Date To Die For would make a fabulous early evening television series. I really enjoyed it and look forward to much more from E V Hunter'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review 'The author certainly knows how to grab the reader's attention and draw them into what proves to be one heck of a story'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

Open in Lismio ]]> https://lismio.app/audiobook/79920 Sun, 18 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://lismio.app/audiobook/79923

Utterly gripping timeslip historical fiction, perfect for fans of The Witch's Tree, The Essex Serpent and Weyward. Now: When Adrianna arrives at the small, run-down cottage, near the sea in rural Norfolk, she can't help but breathe a sigh of relief. Here she can forget her life in the city, and the problems she's left behind there, at least for a while. But - like Adrianna herself - the cottage holds secrets. And when Adrianna finds a mysterious bundle of notes hidden under a floorboard, she can't shake the idea that they've been waiting for her. Especially when - in the rambling, overgrown garden - she then finds a strangely-carved stone, drawing her into a centuries-old mystery... 1646: Between her work as the village midwife and the medicines she sells from her cottage, Ursula has no need for a man. But this ideal leaves her unprotected in a world where just one accusation of witchcraft can mean certain death. So when she catches the eye of a powerful new local doctor, she must use every part of her cunning, or risk becoming his prisoner...Can the two women - their paths bound by place and history - each find the keys to their own destiny? Bestselling authors are loving The House of the Witch: 'I was completely hooked by this brilliant timeslip novel. Unmissable!' Louise Douglas 'A haunting tale of one woman's struggle to be independent at a time when strong women were seen as a threat and dealt with accordingly. The House of the Witch gripped me from the first page and refused to let go.' Jenni Keer 'A page turning historical novel that kept me guessing until the very end.' Rachel Burton Readers love Clare Marchant: 'Wow!.... Simply stunning! I was absolutely hooked right from the beginning!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Oh my word... fantastic... [The] stories intertwine so beautifully, it's truly amazing.' NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Loved this... the characters were brilliant and the storyline was amazing... Could not put it down.' NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book has it all: history, intrigue, suspense, mystery, and a gripping narrative that kept me engaged from beginning to end.' NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Loved this book!... Great characters and story that intertwined. Highly recommended.' NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Had me hooked from the first page and when I wasn't reading it, I found myself thinking about it... My favourite book of the year!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I loved this book so much - I couldn't put it down but was loathe to finish it.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Open in Lismio ]]> https://lismio.app/audiobook/79923 Fri, 09 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://lismio.app/audiobook/79930

The final, thrilling instalment in MJ Porter's The Brunanburh Series. Can King Edmund of the English banish the Norse invaders from England one final time? AD942 In the wake of the agreement reached at Lincoln between Edmund and Anlaf Sihtricson of the Norse, Edmund returns to Wessex to reflect and rebuild, impatient to reverse his losses.But this is the winter of discontent. In Jorvik and the kingdom of the Scots, those who've waited too long to become kings in their own right grow restless. As the enemies of the English turn on themselves, Edmund senses the opportunity to reclaim all his brother, the victor of Brunanburh, managed to gain before his untimely death plunged England back into war with her many foes.With his sights set firmly on York, can he recreate the England his brother built, or will the enemies of England realise the error of their ways and once more unite to drive Edmund back to Wessex, leaving York in the hands of the Norse? A thrilling conclusion to MJ Porter's epic retelling of the consequences of the battle of Brunanburh. Praise for The Brunanburh Series. 'An epic tale of the birth of a nation. Truly mesmerising. Game of Thrones meets The Last Kingdom' - Gordon Doherty 'MJ effortlessly draws you into early Medieval England with this fascinating tale.' - Donovan Cook 'M J Porter returns with another rip-roaring tale of power, ambition and vengeance' - Reader Review 'A really fast paced read. Lots of betrayal, love and differences. A definite page turner, exciting and a plot around the corner and intrigue. A really great read' - Reader Review 'The entire series is one that is not to be missed. I can highly recommend it' - Reader Review 'If you like books set before 1066 then the series written by M.J. Porter are for you. Highly recommended.' - Reader Review 'A very good read and MJ Porter is at her best bringing flesh to the facts and giving the main players personalities. Great way to read about the history of this time. Enjoy.' - Goodreads 'Another of this author's brilliant books. A good read and excellent characterisation of the men involved - now onto the next book.' - Reader Review 'Another brilliant tale of old England. M.J.Porter tells an intreguing tale of kings and warriors, when age old rivalries are temporarily settled. I presume that the tale of old England will continue. I hope so' -* Reader Review*

Open in Lismio ]]> https://lismio.app/audiobook/79930 Tue, 06 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://lismio.app/audiobook/79997

Almost everyone in Falkenstein is annoyed with one another right now. Tina and Alex are quarreling. Mrs. Martin is upset with the Count. Even the horses Sabrina and Amadeus aren't getting along. Can Bibi use the mandrake formula from her herbology class at witch school to dispel the anger?

Open in Lismio ]]> https://lismio.app/audiobook/79997 Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://lismio.app/audiobook/80267

She's been lying my whole life...As if my mum breaking her hip and being rushed to hospital isn't shocking enough for one day, now in her post-operative delirium, she's just told me I'm not her daughter. That she has never been able to have children.The nurse reassures me that people are often confused after a trauma. But I know this woman so well and I can tell there's a grain of truth in what she says. Which begs the questions: Who am I? Where did I come from?When I dig into the truth, I suddenly stir up a hornet's nest of secrets, lies - and possibly a crime so unfathomable - that stretches back decades.What has my mum done?Can I trust her?Or has my digging put us both in peril of our lives?Diane Saxon's new, absorbing thriller explores deceit, love, loyalty and family ties.Praise for Diane Saxon:'An unputdownable, tense, fast-paced, terrifying plot that deftly twists and turns.' Danielle Ramsay'An intensely dark thriller.' Ross Greenwood'Packed full of secrets and lies, and in a town filled with an unsettling atmosphere Saxon succeeds in putting the 'creep' in creepy.' Valerie Keogh'Gripping... I couldn't put it down.' Gemma Rogers'A complex, dark and disturbing thriller, full of intrigue, toxic relationships and jaw dropping twists 5*' Alex Stone'The final twist was so unexpected that I was taken by surprise.' Reader Review'I highly recommend this book you won't want to put it down.' Reader Review

Open in Lismio ]]> https://lismio.app/audiobook/80267 Wed, 21 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://lismio.app/audiobook/18112

Berlin, Summer 2011. Adolf Hitler wakes up on a patch of open ground, alive and well. Things have changed - no Eva Braun, no Nazi party, no war. Hitler barely recognises his beloved Fatherland, filled with immigrants and run by a woman. People certainly recognise him, albeit as a flawless impersonator who refuses to break character. The unthinkable, the inevitable happens, and the ranting Hitler goes viral, becomes a YouTube star, gets his own T.V. show, and people begin to listen. But the Führer has another programme with even greater ambition - to set the country he finds a shambles back to rights. Look Who's Back stunned and then thrilled 1.5 million German readers with its fearless approach to the most taboo of subjects. Naive yet insightful, repellent yet strangely sympathetic, the revived Hitler unquestionably has a spring in his step.

Open in Lismio ]]> https://lismio.app/audiobook/18112 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://lismio.app/audiobook/27166

Radio therapist Dr. Caitlyn Rhodes is pitted against a methodical murderer. First, her patients are found dead, then the mocking phone calls start. The evidence is pointing Texas Ranger Ian Pierce to one conclusion: he must protect Caitlyn from becoming this vicious killer's next victim...before he loses the woman he once loved - for good.

Open in Lismio ]]> https://lismio.app/audiobook/27166 Tue, 28 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000