'The poet of the spy story' Sunday TimesA sunken U-Boat has lain undisturbed on the Atlantic ocean floor since the Second World War - until now. Inside its rusting hull, among the corpses of top-rank Nazis, lie secrets people will kill to obtain. The sequel to Len Deighton's game-changing debut The IPCRESS File, Horse Under Water sees its nameless, laconic narrator sent from fogbound London to the Algarve, where he must dive through layers of deceit in a place rotten with betrayals.
In an isolated desert town, a young woman seeking a fresh start is confronted by ancient gods, malevolent supernatural forces, and eccentric neighbours. A witty fantasy horror, perfect for fans of Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Chuck Tingle, and Rachel Harrison.
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Nelson Mandela, South Africa's first Black president and his fight for equality. Little Nelson's given name was Rolihlahla, which means 'troublemaker' in Xhosa, his native language. But his rebellious nature would lead him to become one of the world's most inspirational civil rights leaders and anti-apartheid revolutionaries.Despite the many years of imprisonment and adversity he faced, Nelson remained firm in his mission to end the racist system of apartheid in South Africa. His bravery and resilience was rewarded when he was released from prison and later voted in to become South Africa's first Black president. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the activist turned president's life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats.The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme.Matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children . Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
_______________ 'I will always put Celia and her books on the top rung of YA' - BookWitch 'Celia Rees is one of Britain's foremost writers for teenagers' - Playdays and Runaways _______________ The outstanding sequel to critically acclaimed bestseller Witch Child As Witch Child ends so Sorceress begins. Alison Ellman is still searching for information about Mary Newbury; she has a diary and some scattered information about other people in Mary's life, but Mary has disappeared into the forests and Alison has no way of following her. But when she meets Agnes Herne, Alison encounters the person who is going to tell her all about Mary's life after she leaves Beulah. Agnes is a descendant of Mary's and has a special skill which allows her to be in touch with Mary in the spirit world. And Mary has a story to tell. A story of love and friendship, sadness and loss. A story that takes her across the New World in an epic search for a home. We fell under the spell of Mary in Witch Child and now at last we find out what happened to her after her ill-fated time in Beulah. Just as Mary's story has to be told to Agnes, it has to be read by us for it is passionate, compelling and utterly wonderful.
An atmospheric psychological thriller about a glamorous family living on the coast of southern Australia. 2023's most addictive beach read.A perfect family. A devastating secret.Summer, 2000. In the tranquil town of Queen's Point in southern Australia, the Whitlam family marks the end of every season with a lavish party in their clifftop mansion. Here, clutching her first glass of real champagne, the summer breeze intoxicating on her skin, sixteen-year-old Lucy Ross is kissed for the very first time. And then, in the shadows of the rose garden, she sees something she shouldn't.Winter, 2019. After two decades of silence, Lucy is back in Queen's Point. She hasn't planned on staying long. But when human remains wash up on the freezing beach, the police close the town. Unable to leave, Lucy is forced to rekindle old friendships and examine old truths she has long ago tried to forget. As long-buried secrets start to surface, Lucy must decide. Will she confront the past and tell the truth? Or will she still do anything to protect the people she loves?A glamorous, escapist psychological thriller set in Australia, perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty, A.A. Torre and Adele Parks.Readers love The Summer Party! 'I opened to the first page and wallop that was it... I was hooked... Give it a try... Five stars.' Netgalley reviewer, ????? 'SO well written, MY GOD!! The writing was captivating and just incredibly well done... I look forward to more from Heath!' @theberrybookreport, ???? 'BRAVO!' Netgalley reviewer, ????? 'Gripping writing and some twists and turns to make you dizzy... This is one party you are never going to forget!' thebooktrail, ???? 'Oh wowwwwwww. Let me tell y'all... I was so excited to read this book and now I cannot wait to read the next novel from this author!... Must read if you like a great thrill and suspense novel!' Netgalley reviewer, ????? 'Great book, I loved it!... This is a tense and gripping mystery with an excellent ending.' Netgalley reviewer, ????? 'This is quick, fast paced, intriguing read you cannot put down! And of course ending took my breath away! It made my heart ache... Absolutely a promising, riveting, powerful debut comes from Rebecca Heath!' @nilylovestoread, ???? 'This chilling psychological thriller has everything you need to keep you reading long into the night... glamour, mystery, murder and suspense... Draws the reader in with every carefully chosen word and keeps you guessing til the last page. Brilliant writing!' Netgalley reviewer, ????? 'This was a compelling murder mystery suspense and the quintessential beach read, and should be on your shelf waiting for sand, sun, and a cocktail.' Netgalley reviewer, ????? 'Enigmatic, well crafted.' Netgalley reviewer, ???? 'I was blown away by this novel. So many twists and turns... A superb whodunnit that really keeps you guessing.' Netgalley reviewer, ????? 'Soo this cover caught my eye... I was all, SIGN ME UP PLEASE!!! Boy, talk about a book that keeps you on the edge of your seat... 5 ""this book was soo dang good"" Stars!!! Make sure you add to your TBR ASAP for sure!!!!' @triciabartley86, ????? 'I LOVED IT... A fantastic ending and I would recommend to everyone to read.' Netgalley reviewer, ????? 'A mindbending thriller that will keep you guessing the entire time you're reading it. Fast-paced plot and original characters for the win!' Netgalley reviewer, ????? 'What a ride!... This is a great first book, I loved it all.' @andireads2022, ?????
Following her own brilliant short story collection Multitudes, Lucy Caldwell guest edits the sixth volume of Faber's long running series of new Irish short stories, continuing the great work started by the late David Marcus and subsequent guest editors Kevin Barry, Deirdre Madden and Joseph O'Connor. Contributors to this richly diverse collection include: Kevin Barry, Eimear McBride, Lisa McInerney, Stuart Neville, Sally Rooney, Kit de Waal and Belinda McKeon 'BEING VARIOUS has a brilliant array of writers making waves in the twenty-first century, from lauded names to newcomers ranging from their twenties to their sixties; Irish by birth, by parentage, or residence.' Lucy Caldwell
Russia, 1915: Sixteen year old farmer's son Georgy Jachmenev steps in front of an assassin's bullet intended for a senior member of the Russian Imperial Family and is instantly proclaimed a hero. Rewarded with the position of bodyguard to Alexei Romanov, the only son of Tsar Nicholas II, the course of his life is changed for ever. Privy to the secrets of Nicholas and Alexandra, the machinations of Rasputin and the events which will lead to the final collapse of the autocracy, Georgy is both a witness and participant in a drama that will echo down the century. Sixty-five years later, visiting his wife Zoya as she lies in a London hospital, memories of the life they have lived together flood his mind. And with them, the consequences of the brutal fate of the Romanovs which has hung like a shroud over every aspect of their marriage... Autorid: John Boyne
A powerful Nigeria-set horror tale of possession, malevolent ghosts, family tensions, secrets and murder from the recipient of the Bram Stoker Award for Lifetime Achievement and 'Queen of African Horror'. For readers of Octavia Butler, Ben Okri and Koji Suzuki. Bata, a young girl tormented by nightmares, wakes up one night to find herself standing sentinel before her cousin's door. Her cousin is to get married the next morning, but only if she can escape the murderous attack of a ghost-bride, who used to be engaged to her groom. A supernatural possession helps Bata battle and vanquish the vengeful ghost bride, and following a botched exorcism, she is transported to Ibaja-La, the realm of dead brides. There, she receives secret powers to fight malevolent ghost-brides before being sent back to the human realm, where she must learn to harness her new abilities as she strives to protect those whom she loves. By turns touching and terrifying, this is vivid supernatural horror story of family drama, long-held secrets, possession, death - and what lies beyond. Autorid: Nuzo Onoh
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR 'Before your mother died, she asked me to tell you something . . .' Amber was three when a car crash stole her mother's life. She doesn't remember the accident, but a stranger at the scene has been unable to forget. Now, almost thirty years later, they're trying to track Amber down. Meanwhile, Amber is married to Ned and living in London. When her father has a stroke, she flies straight home to Australia to be by his side. Away from her husband, Amber finds comfort in her old life and reconnects with Ethan, her charming former best friend who she was once in love with. As Ethan and Amber grow closer, old feelings begin to resurface and married life in London feels far away. But when Amber receives a letter about her mother, everything changes . . . If life gave you a second chance, would you take it? Your favourite authors LOVE Paige Toon: 'Heart-warming, wistful and full of joy . . . Paige Toon tugs on the heartstrings like no other' LINDSEY KELK Warm, inspiring, like a holiday mood in book form MHAIRI MCFARLANE A really charming, moving story about how a life is made of so many different kinds of love . . . Will make every readers life feel a bit more magical DAISY BUCHANAN 'Family secrets, new horizons and a gorgeous continent-crossing romance . . . prepare to be swept away!' LUCY DIAMOND 'You'll love it, cry buckets and be uplifted' MARIAN KEYES 'Tender, heartbreaking and magical' GIOVANNA FLETCHER Poignant and lovely, warm and wise MILLY JOHNSON A gorgeous, warm novel ADELE PARKS 'Filled with warmth and poignancy' CATHERINE ISAAC 'For smart, romantic fiction, look no further than the new book from bestselling Paige Toon' RED 'Achingly romantic and brilliantly written . . . Five Stars!' HEAT 'Simply gorgeous' SUN 'You won't be able to put down this emotional read' CLOSER 'Paige Toon is the queen of will-they/won't-they romance, setting up an ending that will leave you in bits' SUNDAY EXPRESS 'Full of living-in-the-moment and what-might-have-been contrasts, this tender read pulls at the heart strings' FABULOUS 'A lovely read' BELLA Autorid: Paige Toon
Mitmekülgne duffel-reisikott fotograafidele ja aktiivsetele reisijatele WANDRD CARRYALL Duffel 30L on kompaktne ja vastupidav reisikott, mis on loodud fotograafidele, sisuloojatele ja reisijatele, kes eelistavad paindlikke kandmisviise. Tänu muudetavale disainile saab kotti kanda nii dufflina kui ka seljakotina, muutes selle ideaalseks nii igapäevaseks kasutuseks kui ka lühikesteks reisideks. Silmapaistev Sedona Orange värv lisab isikupära, samas kui funktsionaalne disain hoiab varustuse organiseerituna ja kaitstuna. Peamised eelised Vastupidav disain ja kvaliteetsed materjalid CARRYALL Duffel 30L on valmistatud tugevast ja veekindlast kangast, millel on tugevdatud põhi, et kaitsta sisu koti maha asetamisel.Pehmendatud kandesangad ja tugev riistvara tagavad mugavuse ja vastupidavuse ka intensiivsel kasutamisel. Paindlik kandmine igas olukorras Nutikas sisemus ja organiseerimine Ideaalne lisakott loojatele ja reisijatele CARRYALL Duffel 30L sobib suurepäraselt: Kott ühildub WANDRD lisatarvikutega, sealhulgas CARRYALL Backpack Straps süsteemiga, ning on saadaval mitmes värvitoonis. Miks valida WANDRD CARRYALL Duffel 30L? Kui otsid kompaktset, vastupidavat ja stiilset reisikotti, mis kohandub sinu liikumisstiiliga ja pakub nutikat organiseerimist, on WANDRD CARRYALL Duffel 30L ideaalne kaaslane nii reisil kui ka igapäevases kasutuses.
'Hilarious, mordant, moving and rude, a yuletide delight' The Guardian 'Very relatable, chaotic Christmassy rom-com' Cosmopolitan When three very different siblings, Fern, Rowan and Willow, go home for a Christmas reunion at their family home in Edinburgh, it's not long before some VERY BIG SECRETS threaten their cosy holiday ... The McAllister house on Arboretum Road has seen 120 Christmases since its completion. This year, FERN is bringing her gorgeous boyfriend home and she wants everything to be perfect. But her twin brother ROWAN would rather go on the pull than pull crackers with the family. And their younger sister WILLOW is terrified of Christmas Day. With FOUR sleeps till Christmas, THREE secretive siblings, TWO hot houseguests, And ONE juicy secret ... This Christmas, there will be some BIG surprises under the tree. Sometimes at Christmas, you don't get what you want, you get what you need... Family secrets, chance encounters and festive traditions collide in this juicy Christmas treat from Juno Dawson. Juno Dawson's book 'The Shadow Cabinet' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 05-06-2023. Autorid: Juno Dawson
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