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Red Tide
In 900 AD Shetland, a fearless Norse girl and a blacksmith’s son must fight for survival when a supernatural Viking warband descends on their island, bringing terror, blood, and an unquenchable hunger. The first in a brand new duology from bestselling author, Curtis Jobling. The people of Unst, Norse and Pict alike, enjoy lives of relative peace – none more so than Hilde, daughter to Jarl Frida, and Cormac, the blacksmith’s boy. Hilde yearns for a life of adventure, like the one her mother had before her, carving her name in the great sagas as a legendary shieldmaiden. But Hilde should be careful what she wishes for. When a terrible Viking warband arrive upon the island, shrouded by an otherworldly fog and hellbent upon horror, Hilde and Cormac’s worlds are turned upside down. They bring with them terrors and secrets, the likes of which a Norse girl and a Pictish boy could never have dreamt of in their worst nightmares. For when the Harrowed Men come raiding, there is no escape from their cruelty – or their hunger. And no amount of blood will slake their thirst …
Kane
One man at the heart of American power must undertake a crucial wartime spy mission that will take him into enemy territory before he even leaves US soil. Washington DC, 1941. Quincy Kane, hero of the Boston Police Department and scourge of organised crime, is now a Secret Service agent. His meteoric rise means he’s trusted to guard the most important man in the country: President Roosevelt. Then Imperial Japan attacks the US naval base at Pearl Harbor. For Kane, American entry to World War II means the most crucial mission of his career: a complex scheme of bribery and subterfuge that will see him cross the Atlantic. He could change the course of the conflict and save thousands of Allied lives. First, though, he will have to survive a return to the world of organised crime via the City of Angels itself: Los Angeles, where every gangster has Quincy Kane in their crosshairs. From award-winning author Graham Hurley, Kane is a thrilling part of the Spoils of War Collection, a non-chronological series set during World War II and featuring some of the most momentous stories and figures of the era. 'Historical fiction of a high order' The Times on Graham Hurley
How to Lose Your Mother
THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERAn honest, heartbreaking and brutally funny memoir about losing a mother you never really had - and a comfort to anyone who knows that love can be complicated. 'I was just bowled over by this book' - Nigella Lawson‘Often rancorous, sometimes furious, never self-indulgent’ - Financial Times'Brisk and funny and beautifully done' - The Times'Unsparing . . . but also a loving elegy' - The New York Times'By turns hilarious and heartbreaking' - Oprah Daily'Punchy . . . with moments of deep sadness leavened by a sardonic humour' - The Guardian'A gripping memoir . . . exquisitely relatable' - Lori Gottlieb, author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone'Lines so good you won't just want to underline them, you will want to cut them out to share' - The Washington PostRaw, moving and seriously funny, How to Lose Your Mother is Molly Jong-Fast's account of a sometimes chaotic upbringing and how that can really mess you up. But with her mother’s heartbreaking descent into dementia, and Molly’s realization that she is going to lose this remarkable woman, it is also a story of love, loss, confusion and deep grief. Taking us behind the scenes of a fascinating and sometimes tumultuous family dynamic, it leaves us with a better understanding of our own most precious relationships.
Emily Vs Gravity
What comes up must come down!When Bear falls at Emily''s feet, she is determined to get him back where he belongs. But Gravity keeps pulling Bear straight back down. So, Emily makes it her mission to defy Gravity and make the impossible, possible!This empowering picture book is about the forces that keep us grounded, and the equally powerful forces of determination, knowledge and human ingenuity that allow us to fly.
Pressure
Sky Sports Formula One lead presenter Simon Lazenby takes us off camera to give us exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the people who power this multi-billion-pound sport. We see split-second decision-making at the pit wall, lightning physical and technical efficiency in the pit lane, high-level politics and boardroom manoeuvres, emergency medical interventions, genius design innovation and much more inside-track action. Let the paddock’s most influential figures take you into their world, from Mercedes driver George Russell to McLaren CEO Zak Brown and Williams team principal James Vowles, and see how they bring man and machine together to compete at speeds of 200 miles per hour.
SAS Great Escapes Five
In the spirit of previous volumes, Damien Lewis reveals the untold stories of the war's most daring and audacious escapes as executed by the world's most famous fighting force, the SAS. Reaching back into the earliest origins of the SAS legend, and Operation Colossus, the volume opens with a series of death-defying escapes in Italy, where bluff, deception and audacity win the day. It moves on to an epic solo escape across the sun-blasted Sahara desert, as one man, long given up for dead, achieves the seemingly impossible. It goes on to chronicle one of the most successful raids by the SAS deep behind enemy lines, and how a terribly injured veteran of that mission used the secret escape lines of the Vatican to make it back to Allied lines, in a tale replete with cloak-and-dagger intrigue. From there, the reader is plunged into a series of daring POW-rescue missions, laced with Robin-Hood-style assassinations and robberies, plus a breathtaking getaway at mission's end. And finally, we learn of how one patrol's desperate, close-quarter battle to take an enemy-held fortress, led to tragic loss but an equally daring getaway. Working with the family members of those portrayed, and relying upon unpublished manuscripts, letters, diaries, war reports and more, this is gripping narrative history at its finest, delivered in typical Damien Lewis edge-of-the-seat style.
Your Murder Next
From the bestselling author of This Book Kills comes a deadly new YA thriller of murder, mystery and mind-blowing twists. Perfect for fans of Holly Jackson and Karen M. McManus. When the most popular girl at Myra's new school is found frozen to death in a walk-in chiller, wannabe journalist Myra is sure of two things: 1. Scarlett was murdered. 2. One of Scarlett's friends is to blame. So she infiltrates the popular clique's world of envy and backstabbing to prove it. But then a strange boy holds her up at gunpoint in the woods, claiming he's killed the killer. Who is he, who did he kill...and who will die next? Praise for Ravena Guron:"For fans of Holly Jackson and Karen M McManus." The Observer"A treat for crime fiction fans." Sunday Express"A crisp, Christie-esque detective story told in lively multiple voices, perfect for Holly Jackson fans." The Guardian
Hypernea
Seven decaying kingdoms. One ancient curse that threatens to destroy them all. High in a secluded tower, Prince Sigismund lives in quiet exile. He is an outcast in his own kingdom—his black eyes feared as the harbinger of the ruin that has swept across the land. Alone and blamed, he watches the world from afar, haunted by a fate he never chose. When his eighteenth birthday arrives, he knows he is out of time. Forced to make a daring escape from death or exile, he finds a world on the brink of war. On his perilous journey he meets others like him, and discovers their stories are bound by the same dark omen. A heartbroken moondrake. A valiant griffin. A whimsical fairy. All cursed with black eyes. But as a cantankerous old wizard brings them all together to save the world from coming destruction, the Dragonking has other plans. He wields the sinister Never-Was, a force that doesn’t just hold the power to destroy life on Solarius—but to erase existence itself. Now, only Prince Sigismund and his unlikely allies stand between existence and total annihilation.
Building an Air Force
Until the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour, America did not want war, with the 1930s marked by strong isolationism and an emphasis on defense. However, in December 1941, it wasn't defensive aircraft the Army Air Corps had been steadily procuring, but offensive long-range heavy bombers, whilst US pursuit planes were decidedly inferior to their European counterparts. In this new history of the development of American air power, Phillip Meilinger dispels the notion that young air zealots pushed for a bomber-heavy force, revealing instead the technological, economic and bureaucratic forces which shaped the air force. He examines the role of scientists and engineers, developments in commercial aviation, and conflicting priorities of the Army and Air Corps, as well as how these were in turn influenced by America's political leaders. Building an Air Force is essential for understanding a conflict in which whoever controlled the skies controlled the land and seas beneath.
Amsterdam Block by Block
From its progressive politics and buzzing food scene to its dazzling arts and extreme night life - Amsterdam is one of the most vibrant and popular cities in the world. Vibrantly illustrated and packed with insider-knowledge on the most notable places to eat, what to see, where to walk and what to do, Amsterdam Block by Block is a guide like no other. Artist Cierra Block unlocks the secrets of the city from canals and coffee shops to Dutch tulips and Dam square - all illustrated with 50 of Cierra Block's distinctive, stunning maps, making it the perfect gift for seasoned locals and first-time visitors alike.
The Art of a Lie
*The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller**A BBC Radio 2 Book Club Pick of the Summer *'Astonishing. A rare and wonderful story' – Chris Whitaker, author of All the Colours of the Dark'Fiendishly clever and completely gripping' – Jennie Godfrey, bestselling author of The List of Suspicious Things'Laura Shepherd-Robinson takes delight in pulling the rug out from under her readers' feet . . . in this cleverly structured and consistently enjoyable novel' – The TimesLondon, 1749. Hannah Cole's world shatters with her husband's brutal murder. Her confectionery shop, the Punchbowl and Pineapple, teeters on the brink of ruin. Just as she uncovers a hidden fortune - money her husband secretly possessed - a new nightmare begins. Magistrate Henry Fielding, the renowned author, suspects illicit gains. To save her inheritance, her shop and her very reputation, Hannah must delve into her late husband's secret life. But, as she unearths a labyrinth of lies and deceit, she finds herself entangled in a battle of wits far more dangerous than she could ever have imagined. From Sunday Times bestselling author Laura Shepherd-Robinson comes a twisty, immersive thriller where the truth is a luxury that Hannah Cole can't afford and every secret is a step closer to her own undoing. Praise for The Art of a Lie:'A twisty confection as subtle and delicious as one of Hannah's iced creams. I loved it' – Ruth Ware, author of The Woman in Cabin 10'This deliciously devious tale of skulduggery, questionable motives and untrustworthy appearances will keep you gripped' – Daily Mail'[Laura Shepherd-Robinson's] best yet, and I don't say that lightly' – Harriet Tyce, bestselling author of Blood Orange
The Happy Prince
Gloriously adapted and illustrated by the winner of the British Book Awards Nibbie for Children’s Illustrated Book of the Year and the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize. 'This gorgeous version of Oscar Wilde's classic fable is a heartwarming delight' - Waterstones, Best Children's Books June 2024Swallow is a homeless boy who’s just arrived in the big city. He settles down for the night under the golden and bejewelled statue of the Happy Prince, yet when he looks up he sees the statue is weeping. What could a golden Happy Prince possibly have to feel sad abou? ut from his view high above the city, the prince can see the suffering of the poor. He asks little Swallow to take his jewels and gold to the people who need them most. Can the statue and the boy find a way to bring happiness to everyone in the city?
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I Love You Like a River
Love is everywhere in this heartwarming book from the New York Times bestselling author, Nancy Tillman. I Love You Like a River perfectly captures the beauty of the natural world through gentle rhymes and wonderful illustrations. Love’s all around us, as wide as the wind,in this wonderful world that we find ourselves in . . . It’s there everywhere that you look, in full view. And it’s almost, quite perfectly, how I love you. Overflowing with love and wonder, this beautiful board book is the perfect gift to share with a loved one, no matter how young or old, and is sure to bring joy and warmth to their hearts. Look out for more books from Nancy Tillman, including On the Night You Were Born and Because You’re Mine.
Unicorn Boy and the Slumber Party of Doom
UNICORN BOY is a colourful, hilarious and heartwarming graphic novel series about a shy kid who unwillingly sprouts a unicorn horn and uses his newfound magical powers to help those in need! Perfect for fans of Jamie Smart or those moving on from Dog Man.
Late Learner
‘A superb writer… the Irish Jojo Moyes. Her books are beautifully written, and infused with warmth, humour and human understanding' Irish Examiner Ronda dares to dream… but will she dare to live? Ronda McCann lives a quiet, careful life. She cycles back and forth to her job at the local care home and plays chess with a robot in the evenings. At forty-four years old, she is perfectly okay with that. Then everything changes at once. Her mother threatens to sell their home. The care home is under siege from investors looking to buy. And a scruffy solicitor in a camper van sees something in Ronda that she's never seen in herself. Now, Ronda has a choice to make… Keep playing it safe on the sidelines? Or finally become the person she’s always imagined herself to be… Your favourite authors LOVE Ciara Geraghty: 'An evocative, thought provoking, poignant, and often hilarious read. A terrific book by a superb writer at the top of her game. I loved it' PATRICIA SCANLAN ‘Laugh-out-loud funny with a spikily endearing heroine… Fast-paced and hilarious’ CATHY KELLY ‘Bridget Jones meets menopause … sharp, funny and real’ CECELIA AHERN ’Witty, poignant and a complete page turner’ SINEAD MORIARTY ‘Tender, emotional and uplifting…I loved it’ LUCY DIAMOND
Fully Beloved
Discover the life-changing answer to your soul's deepest question: Am I loved? In Fully Beloved, author and pastor Timothy Jones leads you on a spiritually nourishing exploration of how God's nature of love really impacts your life, bringing deep healing, richer connection with others, and renewed passion for life. Whether in silence, busyness, or middle-of-the-night wonderings, many Christians know a lonely restlessness, a longing for richer communion with God, and a fundamental question about themselves they can't seem to shake: Am I loved? In Fully Beloved, pastor Timothy Jones helps you explore how answering the question, "Am I loved?" is both your lifetime's work and every moment's challenge. Weaving together personal stories from Jones' decades of pastoring, praying, grieving, and wrestling, alongside biblical insights, and the writings of spiritual mentors such as St. Augustine, Julian of Norwich, and Emily Dickinson, this book invites you to embrace:God's personal invitation to know true love in a hurting worldHow intimacy with God and your brokenness intertwineGreater passion for ancient Christian practicesDeeper connection with God, yourself, and othersRenewed awareness of how God redeems your pain and brokenness It is time to quench the thirst in your soul with a truth so full that it reaches deep into your heart's losses and transforms them into a stubborn and abundant joy that knows what it means to be Fully Beloved.
Detective Games for Clever Kids®
<p><b>With more than 100 mind-boggling puzzles to solve, this book is the perfect way for kids to put their sleuthing skills to the test.</b><br><br>There are sequences to solve, mazes to unravel and cryptic conundrums to complete.<br><br>Written by bestselling author Dr Gareth Moore, creator of the Clever Kids® series.</p>
Tractors on the Go!
Join two hard-working tractors on their very busy day, in this rhyming adventure perfect for little tractor enthusiasts!Chugga-chugga, vroom vroom! From ploughing the fields to spreading seeds, and harvesting the fields to spreading muck – yuck! – the two tractors have so many jobs to do, all year round! But there’s a sheep on the loose, and they’re about to cause some chaos on the farm... can the tractors save the day? Of course they can!The latest in the Busy Vehicles series from award-winning author Michelle Robinson, Tractors on the Go! is bursting with farm vehicles and their doggy drivers, and with a wind-down bedtime ending, this book is sure to keep little tractor fans busy spotting. Also in the series:Red Lorry, Yellow LorryTrains, Boats and Planes
Wild Camping 3rd edition
Beautiful wildernesses; tiny budgets and environmentally-friendly… What’s not to like? Welcome to the world of wild camping, where anyone can camp, sleep and wake in Britainand Ireland’s most secluded and beautiful places. From getting back to nature with a hammock, some snacks and a few litres of bottled water, to enjoying a pub dinner and camping out in the garden afterwards, this book shows you how to get stuck into wild camping in all its forms. It’s all accessible right here, without the need for a flight or a big budget. This guide opens up this amazing experience for all, covering: what is wild camping and why bother? different ways to do it (bivvying, tenting, hammocking, on the water) the rules and staying legal getting started: essential gear, food and water, where to go, when to go, safety 100 of the best places to go in England, Wales, Ireland and ScotlandEach of the 100 locations links to at least one trail (a path, river, canal, track, bridleway or drovers’ road), connecting you to thousands of miles of ‘off-piste’ routes through true wilderness. This thoroughly updated Third Edition features eye-catching photos and helpful maps, and weighs up the impact of the Dartmoor legal battle. With a Foreword by Ed Stafford, Wild Camping gives you the knowledge and inspiration to escape the noise, clutter and stress of day-to-day life and go wild. Beautiful wildernesses, tiny budgets and environmentally friendly… What’s not to like?
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