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Guess Again
It was an unsolvable case. Now, the truth is coming out... and it will break apart everything they hold dear.Ten years ago, seventeen-year-old high school volleyball star Callie Jones vanished from her quiet Wisconsin lake community. A highly publicised search followed but her body was never found. The case went cold, but the echoes still linger. Ethan Hall, a former renegade detective turned ER doctor, left law enforcement to escape the horrors of the kid crime division. But on the tenth anniversary of Callie's disappearance, his former partner, Pete Kramer, makes a desperate request. Pete is the veteran detective who originally investigated the case. Now he's dying, and to ease his conscience and get closure for the Jones family, he needs Ethan to find out what happened to Callie, once and for all. Word soon spreads and everyone in the small town of Cherryview feels a rush of hope that answers will finally be found. Amid a sweltering heatwave, Ethan's investigation gains momentum, and soon he is drawn into a twisted psychological game. There is much more to the nightmare of Callie's disappearance than he imagined, including a connection with his own dark past... and secrets that are still worth killing for. An edge-of-your-seat thriller perfect for fans of Riley Sager, Stacy Willingham, and Karin Slaughter.
The Hounding
**SHORTLISTED FOR THE AUTHORS' CLUB BEST FIRST NOVEL AWARD 2026**'Extraordinary . . . clever, strange and beautifully written' THE TIMES'Prompts thoughts of both THE CRUCIBLE and THE VIRGIN SUICIDES . . . Purvis is an exquisitely accomplished wordsmith.' DAILY TELEGRAPH'A taut, tense tale, impeccably told' FINANCIAL TIMES'Feverish, finely wrought and unforgettable.' DAILY MAIL'An unflinchingly strange and savage novel – a rare and twisted pleasure, and an unmissable must-read for every girl who has ever been made to feel strange.' LUCY ROSE, Sunday Times bestselling author of THE LAMB'Haunting and beguiling, this fever dream of a novel draws you in and colours your mind all shades of doubt and suspicion.' STACEY HALLS, Sunday Times bestselling author of THE FAMILIARS'Melancholy and bittersweet.' OTEGHA UWAGBA, Sunday Times bestselling author of LITTLE BLACK BOOK'A novel of rare grace and skill, exquisitely wrought and simmering with feral violence.' ROWE IRVIN, author of LIFE CYCLE OF A MOTHMany stories are told about the five Mansfield sisters. They are haughty, thinking themselves better than their neighbours in the picturesque village of Little Nettlebed. They have taken the death of their grandmother hard. They are liars, troublemakers, untamed and dangerous... Accounts of their behaviour differ, but the villagers all agree that the girls are odd. One long summer, a heatwave descends. Bloated sea creatures wash up along the parched riverbed, animals grow frenzied, ravens gather on the roofs of those about to die. As the stifling heat grips the village, so does a strange rumour: the Mansfield sisters have been seen transforming into a pack of dogs. With the witch trials only a recent memory, hysteria sets in. Slowly but surely, the villagers become convinced that something strange is taking root in Little Nettlebed. And when a bark finally leads to a bite, the sisters will be the ones to pay for it. Visceral and richly atmospheric, The Hounding plunges its reader into 18th century Oxfordshire, where the power of a man’s word is absolute, and it is safer to be a wild animal than an unconventional young woman. ***'Utterly bizarre in the best way possible' Reader Review'A glorious shimmering heat mirage of a novel' Reader Review'A visceral and consuming fever dream of a book' Reader Review'Tense, almost claustrophobic' Reader Review'Sharp and extremely enjoyable' Reader Review
The Complete Novels of Jane Austen
Celebrate the timeless wit and romance of Jane Austen with this beautifully bound deluxe edition, featuring all seven beloved novels in one elegant collector’s volume. Jane Austen revolutionized the literary romance, using it as a platform from which to address issues of gender politics and class consciousness among the British middle class of the late eighteenth century. Bound in a heat-stamped, vegan leather cover with foil accents, this collection includes all of Austen’s unabridged novels and novellas:Sense and SensibilityPride and PrejudiceMansfield ParkEmmaNorthanger AbbeyPersuasionLady SusanWith witty, unflinching morality, Austen portrays English middle-class life as the eighteenth century came to a close and the nineteenth century began. Austen’s heroines find happiness in many forms; each of the novels is a story of love and marriage—marriage for love, financial security, and for social status. In a publishing career that spanned less than ten years, her work brought her little personal fame and only a few positive reviews during her lifetime. It wasn’t until the 1940s that she became widely accepted in academia as a great English writer. The second half of the 20th century saw a proliferation of Austen scholarship and the emergence of a fan culture. Austen’s works continue to influence the course of the novel even as they charm readers today. Savor and cherish the novels of Jane Austen in this display-worthy keepsake volume. Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, these deluxe classics editions include beautifully presented works from some of the most important authors in literary history. Other Chartwell Deluxe Editions include: Little Women, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, Anne of Green Gables, The Inferno, Dracula, The Republic, The Iliad, Meditations, and Irish Fairy and Folk Tales.
DK Top 10 Los Angeles
The world’s favourite pocket travel guidesMake the most of your trip to Los Angeles with this Top 10 guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Los Angeles has to offer and ensuring that you don’t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.Inside this guide to Los Angeles, you’ll find:- Top 10 lists of Los Angeles''s must-sees and must-dos, including biking along Venice Boardwalk, exploring the iconic Sunset Strip and thrill-seeking on the rollercoasters at Universal Studios and Disneyland- Los Angeles’s most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping- Themed lists, including the best beaches, shopping streets, movie theaters, restaurants and much more- Brand-new itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a week- A laminated pull-out map of Los Angeles, plus six full-colour area mapsDK’s Top 10 travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.Looking for more on California’s culture, history and attractions? Try our DK California travel guide.
Unconditional
An intimate and moving collection of stories about women and their life-changing relationships with animals, told in vivid graphic novel style. In Unconditional, popular illustrator and writer Cat Willett explores the deep, sometimes transcendent relationship between women and their animal companions. The animals she’s shared her life with have pulled her through difficult times, accompanied her through growth and transition, and taught her a great deal about pain and loss. Using rich, full-color illustrations, she shares illuminating stories of different women and their pets, including: Terra and her parrot, Pooja, grieved together when Terra’s mother passed away from pancreatic cancer. Tuck and Liza, two cats adopted in Ukraine and Poland, helped Brianne cope with the challenge of waiting for her journalist husband to return from an assignment in a war zone. Hyesu adopted her dog, Dutch, from a shelter and found calm and support for her anxiety. Finn, Pam’s rabbit, helped her redefine the meaning of family while providing companionship and support living in a big city far from home. With these honest, pure retellings, as well as her own stories, Willett reveals the mutual bond that grows when animals are invited into our sphere and how meaningful those relationships can be.
Cestovná hra Top Trumps: The Witcher – CZ/SK limitovaná edícia
Top Trumps: The Witcher – kartová hra v prémiovom plastovom púzdre (CZ/SK) vás vtiahne do epických súbojov v temnom a nebezpečnom svete Zaklínača. Táto exkluzívna edícia obľúbenej kartovej hry Top Trumps prichádza v elegantnom a odolnom plastovom púzdre, ktoré ukrýva starostlivo vybraný balíček 30 kariet zobrazujúcich najsilnejšie postavy, monštrá a bytosti z univerza vytvoreného Andrzej Sapkowski. Ide o ideálny darček pre fanúšikov kníh, hier aj seriálu The Witcher, pričom spája zábavu s kolekcionárskou hodnotou. V hre súťažíte s priateľmi výberom najlepších vlastností kariet, ako sú sila, inteligencia, mágia, obratnosť či reputácia, a cieľom je získať všetky súperove karty a stať sa víťazom. Jednoduché pravidlá zabezpečujú, že hra je vhodná nielen na doma, ale aj na cestovanie alebo stretnutia s priateľmi. Balenie obsahuje 30 detailne spracovaných kariet, odolné plastové púzdro na bezpečné uloženie a prehľadné pravidlá hry. Hra je určená pre 2 a viac hráčov, odporúčaný vek je 18+ a priemerná dĺžka jednej hry je približne 15 minút. Upozornenie: produkt nie je vhodný pre deti do 3 rokov.
Lobo: Incident na pánských záchodcích, 2. vydání
Lobo má plné ruce práce – musí ochránit zábavní park, zařídit si setkání na toaletách, účastnit se motorkářských závodů, chytit taxíka a to ze všeho nejhorší... oslavit své narozeniny! Ano, všechno skončí masakrem.
Nelítostný lovec lidí, Velkej šéf, profesionální drsoň a heavymetalový psychopat v jedné osobě se vrací! Člověk, který oddělal Boha, Santu Clause i Velikonočního králíčka, opět vyráží do akce. A jeho další supernáročný úkol bude... ochránit zábavní park.
Ne, vážně není rozumné dávat Lobovi cokoliv ochraňovat.
Kromě toho si Lobo bude muset odbýt jedno nepříjemné setkání na toaletách, zúčastnit se brutálních motorkářských závodů, vzít to taxíkem přes galaxii a nakonec provést to ze všeho nejhorší... oslavit své narozeniny!
Ano, všechno skončí masakrem.
Ale bude to sranda.
Tealevelek szárnyán
Megrendítő történet egy fiatal kínai nőről, aki ősei csodálatos teatermesztési hagyományában találja meg élete célját.
A világtól elzárt hegyi faluban Li-yan és családjának életét az évszakok váltakozása és a teatermesztés határozza meg. Az ősi rituálék világába zárt akha emberek generációk óta ugyanúgy élnek, míg nem váratlanul megjelenik a falu kapujában egy idegen férfi...
Az idegen érkezésének nyomán minden felbolydul, s semmi sem lehet már ugyanúgy, mint régen. Li-yan, aki egyike a közösség kevés tanult lányának, elkezdi elutasítani azokat a szokásokat, amelyek addigi életét formálták. Amikor pedig házasságon kívüli gyermeke születik, súlyos döntésre szánja rá magát: szembefordul az ősi hagyományokkal...
Vajon begyógyulhatnak-e fájó lelki sebeink, s átírhatjuk-e a tradíciók által ránk kényszerített szerepeket? A Tealevelek szárnyán gyönyörűen megírt történet gyökerekről, kultúrákról, gyászról és a láthatatlan, ám elszakíthatatlan érzelmi kötelékekről.
„– Különleges képességeid vannak – folytatja. – Nem úgy értem, hogy boszorkány vagy rókaszellem lennél. És sosem vonzódtál túlzottan a gyógyításhoz vagy a mágiához sem. Inkább íma Matára hasonlítasz, aki életet adott az akháknak, aki lerázta a béklyóit, és azt mondta: „Nem fogadom el a balszerencsémet”. Aki az éles elméje, jó szíve és kitartása révén minden akadályt legyőzött.”
Upward Bound
A READ WITH JENNA BOOK CLUB PICKA vibrant, profoundly moving novel about the interlocking lives at an adult daycare centre in southern California. ‘Wonderfully inspirational’ Paul Beatty‘Moving and funny and ringing with life’ Guardian‘A complicated joy’ Roddy DoyleAmong the clients and staff are Carlos, a charismatic aide who lost his mother as a boy, and Jorge, who is gentle, nonspeaking and prone to escape despite Carlos’s best efforts. Tom, a beautiful young man with cerebral palsy, pines for Ann, the lifeguard for the summer who feels out of her depth. Then there’s Dave, the centre’s director. He wanted to be an actor, but finds himself on a very different path. At the heart of Upward Bound is Walter, a recent college student returning to the company of his peers after a family tragedy. Around him, a story unfolds of friendships forged, connections missed and the dreams – some new, others almost forgotten – that shape us. With his wit, empathy and astonishing gifts as a storyteller, Woody Brown immerses us in life as we have never experienced it before. ‘Deeply funny and eye-opening’ Maria Semple‘It will open hearts and change minds’ Jenna Bush Hager‘A singular debut’ New York Times‘A luminous novel of human connection and hope’ Cecile Pin‘It will change the way you look at the world’ Angie Kim‘A story of friendship, dreams and rich inner worlds’ Seán Hewitt‘A tender and important novel’ Service95‘A moving, illuminating glimpse into a world we rarely have access to’ Good HousekeepingA BOOK FOR THE YEAR IN THE NEW YORK TIMES, TIME, HARPER’S BAZAAR, GOOD HOUSEKEEPING AND LITERARY HUB
Shrinking Violet
"Simply gorgeous in every way." —Shannon Hale, New York Times bestselling authorAn inspiring modern fairy tale about a brave girl who shrinks and grows depending on how she feels, showing how all of us—no matter our size—are so much bigger than our fears. From Theodor Seuss Geisel Award-winning author Laurel Snyder and Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator LeUyen Pham. Violet knows what it’s like to be afraid: when you’re afraid, you feel helpless and small. But when Violet is afraid, she doesn’t just feel small—she actually shrinks! It’s tough to stop feeling frightened when you’re only a few centimeters tall. But when Violet’s best friend is in danger, she’ll have to learn to deal with her fear in a new way—and save the day in the process. Shrinking Violet is a beautifully illustrated story about fear and bravery for anyone who has ever felt scared and small. Readers will root for Violet as she finds her voice, stands up for her friend, and, most importantly, discovers the tremendous power of her own inner strength.
Rock Star Babies Shred a Solo
Rock babies mosh all night, don't get up till late and stick it to the man. Rock on, rockstar baby!From baby's beginner vinyl collection to their first trip with the Harley, there are plenty of ways for parents to share their passions with their little ones. The third book in this new series of trend-focussed, tongue-in-cheek board books celebrates an inclusive cast of families, following a day in their lives before ending with a sweet bedtime message. Told in simple sentences that lend themselves perfectly to reading aloud, and brought to life with Anna Hurley's vibrant illustrations, this playful board book is the perfect gift for anyone in your life with rockstar inclinations, whether young or old, parent or child.
Nineties Babies Look Fly
Nineties babies hang at the crib, eat cereal and watch cartoons. What's the 411, nineties baby? From matching frosted tips to baby's first butterfly clips, there are plenty of ways for parents to share their passions with their little ones. The latest book in this new series of trend-focused, tongue-in-cheek board books celebrates an inclusive cast of families, following a day in their lives before ending with a sweet bedtime message. Told in simple sentences that lend themselves perfectly to reading aloud, and brought to life with Anna Hurley's vibrant illustrations this playful board book is the perfect gift for the nineties babies in your life, whether young or old, parent or child.
Good Golden Sun
From the bestselling and award-winning creator of They All Saw a Cat comes a bold and playful exploration of how the sun touches all life on earth - perfect for celebrating Earth Day! Good golden sun, there is much we'd like to know! Are you happy? Are you lonely? Are you feeling well today? Does your belly ever ache? Won't you come down to play? From sunbeam, to flower, to insect, to animal, to plant, to soil, and the earth itself...the sun makes, moves, and transforms life all around us. Celebrate the mysteries of light from sunup to sundown as it weaves its way through creation inspiring change, hope, wonder, and curiosity.
Our Tree
A stunning celebration of tolerance, togetherness and the power of community from the award-winning Jessica Meserve. Little Red is delighted when he discovers a beautiful tree, all to himself! But he soon realises he is not on his own - animals of all sizes visit the tree to enjoy its shade, nibble on its leaves and rest on its branches. Little Red doesn't want to share; he'd rather set off to find a place of his own. But after a mildly perilous altercation with a leopard, Little Red learns the value of friends who have your back. A gentle encouragement of the importance of sharing and acceptance with exquisite, detailed illustrations that are perfect for poring over. Like Hey, Wall by Susan Verde and John Parra, Maybe Something Beautiful by F. Isabel Campoy, Theresa Howell and Rafael López, and Leaves by Stephen Hogtun, Our Tree is a picture book to treasure. Also available . . . The Home That Love Built
Ask a Scientist
In this unique science book, Professor Robert Winston answers more than 100 real-life questions from children all around the world. Questions cover all the popular science topics, including the biology: “Why do freckles come in dots on your face?”; physics: “Could you jump off the world?”; Earth: “Why is the sky blue?”; chemistry: “Why are there bubbles in boiling water?”; natural science: “Do dogs cry?”, and space: “Why will the Sun explode and make us extinct?”. This new edition includes eight pages of additional questions relating to the hot topics in science, including the COVID-19 pandemic.Robert Winston was inspired to write this book by the many questions posed by his grandchildren and by children from the schools he has visited over the years. The book includes some of these questions, plus many more gathered from countries all over the world – including the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe, Canada, the USA, India, China, and Japan. The questions cover the main science topics: chemistry, physics, biology, Earth, space, and natural science.Packed with weird and wacky questions and clear and lively answers – Ask a Scientist puts the fun back into science. And who could be a better scientist to ask questions to than Professor Robert Winston?
The Penguin Book of Bengali Short Stories
A landmark new anthology of Bengali literature in English, including many previously untranslated stories 'A splendid guide to unmapped lands… [Sinha] is one of the best living translators at work bringing the Bengali classics into English… he writes with exceptional elegance and wit' Spectator The prose short story arrived in Bengal in the wake of British colonizers, and Bengali writers quickly made the form their own. By the twentieth century a profusion of literary magazines and journals meant they were being avidly read by millions. Writers responded to this hunger for words with a ferocious energy which reflected the turmoil of their times: these stories covered land wars, famine, the caste system, religious conflict, patriarchy, Partition and the liberation war that saw the emergence of the independent country of Bangladesh. Across these shifting geographical borders, writers also looked inward, evolving new literary styles and stretching the possibilities of social realism, political fiction and intimate domestic tales. A first in English, this anthology gathers together a century's worth of extraordinary stories. From a woman who eats fish in secret to the woes of an ageing local footballer, from the anxieties of a middle-class union rep to a lawyer who stumbles upon a philosopher's stone, this is a collection that celebrates making art of life, in all its difficulty and joy.
Feline Folk Tales
Cuddly and cute, fierce and ferocious, cunning and conniving, worshipped and feared – felines appear in many forms in the humble folk tale. The cats in this collection of 57 stories are often heroic, witty and, at times, scheming or downright terrifying. Kitties big and small, from every corner of the world, such as the Kasha from Japan, the Nunda from East Africa, El Hombre Gato from Argentina, Kisa, the Cat from Iceland and many others can be found purring, hissing and prowling through these pages.
Woodspring
An unforgettable, sweeping novel of war and its aftermath, self discovery and family drama through the ages. 'A gorgeous read . . . there are some authors who were just made to write . . . you step into the pages, you step into a family.' Reader review, 5 stars'Will the war last long? People are going to suffer and will have to make sacrifices, and everything will have to be on hold. It's horrible to contemplate but I'm twenty-seven and I can't help wondering if by the time it's over it'll be too late for me.'Since the house was built in 1810, the Danes have lived in the elegant, light-filled rooms of Woodspring, and walked in the fields and woods that surround the house. Over the years, and through the changing seasons, it has brought shelter, solace and joy. But now it's 1940 and Europe is in the midst of war. Everything is changing, and nothing will be the same again. The next three generations of Danes will live very different lives to their predecessors, at home and abroad. Yet they know they are forever tied to Woodspring. Love and fortunes may come and go, no one is untouched by loss... But, throughout all this, Woodspring remains a constant. 'Buchan is a magical and tender writer.' Amanda Craig'One of our greatest living novelists.' Peter JamesPerfect for fans of Fiona Valpy, Kristen Hannah and Lucinda Riley, readers are falling in love with Elizabeth Buchan's tender and evocative story of one family through the ages:'With Elizabeth Buchan you know you are getting a beautifully written and perfectly-constructed story. Add to that . . . a sweeping multi-generational family saga, a stunning home, engaging characters . . . what's not to like?' Reader review, 5 stars'Elizabeth Buchan always delivers . . . thoughtful, engaging and humane . . . I loved it.' Reader review, 5 stars'The best insight into the human heart . . . with her trademark thoughtfulness, insight and generosity.' Reader review, 5 stars'A real page turner and a joy to read, thoroughly recommended.' Reader review, 5 stars'This was was absolutely amazing! Highly recommend for a very emotional read.' Reader review, 5 stars
Notes from a Lost Country
Sami, a retired doctor, lives with his son and grandchildren in Brooklyn. But Sami keeps losing his way. Every day he sinks deeper into dementia and old memories of life in Iraq before the war. Omar arrives in the US with a fake identity and no friends or family. Having run away from the Iraqi army, he has been branded a deserter and his ear brutally cut off. Omar carries this mark of shame with him and refuses to talk about the past. He dreams of getting his ear, and his dignity, back. When their paths cross at least one of them knows that they have met before – if only he could remember where. Exploring the aftermath of war and how the past haunts new beginnings, Notes from a Lost Country creates a moving portrait of life in exile.
