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The Odyssey


"An absolute gem!" - Jennifer Saint, Sunday Times bestselling author—From perilous sea voyages and man-eating monsters to powerful witches and vengeful gods, experience the ultimate adventure in this modern retelling of Homer's Odyssey. Take a journey across the sea and follow the heroic, catastrophic, and sometimes downright gruesome tales of the Greek king Odysseus as he travels home after the Trojan War. Written by the host of the Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! podcast, Liv Albert, this gripping middle-grade adventure brings the legend of Odysseus to life. It is a story of trickery, lies, and perseverance, where you can watch as Odysseus is tested to the limits by the Cyclops, sirens, and lots of meddling, angry gods. Dive into a world of myth and monsters to discover:A complex hero: This fresh perspective portrays Odysseus as he really was: a complex man who did many great things... and just as many bad. Packed with facts: Littered with historical facts, maps, and character profiles, Liv brings all of her knowledge to make Greek myths for kids accessible and fun. Striking illustrations: Bold artwork perfectly complements the action-packed narrative, making this thrilling journey the definitive version of The Odyssey for kids. An essential introduction to ancient Greece for any young reader's library, this epic tale is an exciting gift for fans of ancient history and legends.
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25,49 €

Marvolution


Ever wanted to peer into the future and see what might be lurking on planet Earth millions of years from now? Well, now you can. Welcome to MARVOLUTION - a surreal, surprising and spectacular collection of future creatures all based on real evolutionary science. This book is sure to wow children like nothing they've ever seen before!From cows the size of rabbits and raccoons with sabre teeth to pigeons that nest in shopping trolleys and whales that walk on land – this unique encyclopaedia utilises real evolutionary science to wonder at the extraordinary animals that might one day be living on planet Earth!Encouraging children to be curious about how evolution works, while bringing imagination and knowledge together, this book also celebrates the magic and drama of real scientific research – inspiring children to apply science in fun ways, while thinking about the future of our planet. From evolutionary scientist Dr Claire Asher, with stunning and surreal artwork from Fiona Fogg, MARVOLUTION is an awe-inspiring celebration of the evolutionary marvels of the future that any curious young scientist, historian or animal lover is sure to delight in.
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19,99 €

Murder and the Media


AS SEEN ON GOOD MORNING AMERICA Go behind the scenes of four well known murder trials to uncover all the facts about what really happened before the cases went to trial. Follow author and investigative journalist Allison Hope Weiner as she reveals the secrets behind some of the country’s most intriguing murder cases, exposing both the power behind the media’s influence and crucial evidence that never made it to trial. Told from a unique and particularly thorough perspective, Murder and the Media provides a front row seat to the investigative efforts shaping each case, sharing insights from the defendants, the lawyers, the investigators, and even the victims’ families.
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19,99 €

Five Little Unicorns


TEN LITTLE: now a major TV series on Sky Kids!Five Little Unicorns: Have a PartyHelp five sparkly unicorns get party-ready in this fun-filled rhyming and counting adventure. Lift the flaps to help them bake a cake, put up decorations and more - just in time for the special day!Learning to count is fun with these sturdy board books with bright felt flaps on every spread, perfect for little hands to lift. Want more Five Little? Don't miss: Five Little MonkeysFive Little PrincessesFive Little DinosaursFive Little PiratesFive Little Robots
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10,99 €

For A Yellow Jersey


For a Yellow Jersey narrates the many remarkable lives of the women's Tour de France. A race which has, in its various incarnations, acted as a microcosm of the women's bike racing scene as a whole. Like the careers of many of its participants, the race itself represents an inspiring story of survival against the odds and in the harshest possible conditions. Paul Maunder tells this chequered story which dates back to 1955 and features false starts, media indifference and financial mismanagement. Above all, however, this is the story of the phenomenal athletes who have competed in these races. From Marianne Martin's surprise win in the 1984 event, to the intense rivalry of Jeannie Longo and Maria Canins in the late 1980s, to the modern-day Dutch dominance, there are as many dramatic tales in the women's race as the men's. We meet the key personalities who have made women's racing so entertaining over the past forty years. It's time to celebrate the history of the women's peloton. Women's racing has its own fascinating culture - tough, collaborative, political, maverick. Those who have campaigned for equality are driven, bloody-minded and above all, passionate about cycling. This is their story.
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33,49 €

Kill Our Sins


What would you do to keep your past a secre? hen the mutilated remains of a woman are retrieved by local fishermen, it falls to DI Tom Janssen and his team to identify how she came to be in the water and what put her there. Joined on the case by his new permanent boss, DCI Tamara Greave, it remains to be proven if the woman's death was a result of foul play or a tragic accident. The victim carried no means of identification, was poorly dressed for the winter and horribly disfigured when pulled from the water. As the case progresses old ghosts return to haunt those living in the present. Matters thought settled a long time ago face intense scrutiny... attention that some hoped would never come to pass. When childhood friends begin to question one another, suddenly the long-forgotten past comes to the fore. The misadventure of youth can have grave consequences. No matter how much time passes nor how deep you bury them, your sins will always return to haunt you. But who has the most to lose and what else are they willing to sacrifice in order to keep what they have? Is someone prepared to kill for their sin? anssen must reveal and catch a killer without a conscience before they strike again... Set within the mysterious beauty of coastal Norfolk, this fast-paced British detective novel is a dark murder mystery with moments of humour, one that will keep you guessing until the very end when the final shocking twist is revealed. Kill Our Sins is the third novel in a new series of thrillers from the million-copy bestselling British crime writer, JM Dalgliesh, the author of the Dark Yorkshire books. Perfect for fans of LJ Ross, JD Kirk, Angela Marsons, Joy Ellis and Damien Boyd. Readers love J M Dalgliesh: ‘Fantastic’ FIVE-STAR READER REVIEW‘The best detective series I’ve read’ FIVE-STAR READER REVIEW‘You can’t put these books down’ FIVE-STAR READER REVIEW‘J M Dalgliesh never disappoints’ FIVE-STAR READER REVIEW‘Like watching Shetland on TV’ FIVE-STAR READER REVIEW‘So much tension’ FIVE-STAR READER REVIEW
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13,49 €

The Subtle Pleasures of Indiscretion


The latest book in the beloved Isabel Dalhousie seriesThe surface of Isabel Dalhousie's life is usually a tranquil one. From her house in Edinburgh she edits a philosophical journal. In the background is her long-time housekeeper, Grace, her handsome husband, Jamie, and her two small boys, Charlie and Magnus. Outside, under the cover of the rhododendron bushes, lives Brother Fox, who, with his dark, vulpine eyes, takes a great interest in what is happening around him. And yet, in the middle of this rather idyllic setting, things are happening. Jamie, a bassoonist, has been invited to play in a prestigious London concert and to make a recording for a prominent classical label. This invitation, though, comes from a scheming woman who finds him particularly charming. Alarm bells ring. And they ring too when a wily philosopher, Christopher Dove, reveals a plot to topple Professor Robert Lettuce, a member of Isabel's editorial board. Could Isabel's life get more complicated? Yes. A woman she knew many years ago at school approaches her with a request for help. She has made an awkward discovery as a result of taking a DNA test. Can Isabel prevent the information obtained from this test from causing real harm to a whole family? If anybody can do that, it is Isabel Dalhousie. And she does that with tact and, most importantly, the grace that we have come to know as her hallmark quality.
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26,99 €

Floating Through France


A practical and fascinating guide to taking your boat through the French canals to the fabulous cruising grounds of the Mediterranean. How many of us yearn for adventure, or long for a slower pace and escape from the daily grin? his is the captivating guide to taking your boat through the French canals to the fabulous cruising grounds of the Mediterranean. It is also the story of two ordinary people and their entertaining tale of mishaps: knots that untie themselves and Camargue mosquitoes that bite through jeans – all in pursuit of a dream. The prize was the azure waters of the Med, but first they had to navigate cold, tidal northern waters, followed by weeks of locks and lifting bridges, where a ‘good day’ meant only one lock broke, and the éclusier wasn’t far away. With humour and warmth, Kerry and Fraser share the highs and lows of their adventure along with plenty of invaluable advice on: - Choosing and fitting out a boat for inland and coastal cruising - Breaking free of the ties of land life - Mastering the inland waterways – from unstepping the mast to tackling the Tidal Seine - Making the most of Mediterranean cruising, from hidden anchorages to local delightsWhether you're planning your own voyage or simply dreaming of one, this is a warm, witty and practical companion for anyone drawn to life on the water.
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29,49 €

Crescendo


How far are you willing to go to get what you truly desir? t’s the summer of 1957 and Max, a piano prodigy, is on a sold-out concert tour. 'An enthralling literary symphony of ambition, desire and obsession' LAYNE FARGO'I couldn’t tear myself away' ERIN KELLYHis beautiful twin sister, Natasha, serves as his manager and minder. But despite Natasha’s careful planning, he begins, for the first time in his career, to make mistakes on stage. Upending his schedule to seek a cure in Paris, Max sets up the pair in the sprawling mansion of a handsome and wealthy count. But Henri is more than just a patron of the arts; he has also been – unknown to Max – Natasha’s lover. Freed from the familiar dynamic of manager and talent, Natasha’s simmering resentment and Max’s deep insecurity turn into a rivalry, as the two vie for Henri’s attention. While Henri woos Natasha in galleries and cafés during the day, it is Max’s playing that draws him from bed each night. As the twins compete, the fractures in their already vulnerable relationship start to show, with devastating consequences for both. 'Thrilling, claustrophobic, passionate' BRIDGET COLLINS'A riveting study in pressure - artistic, romantic and familial' LARA PRESCOTT'I devoured it' ANNA BAILEY'Sumptuous and intoxicating. . . a perfect summer read' RACHEL BLACKMORE‘Heady and intoxicating' KAT DUNN
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22,99 €

What a Night!


A funny bedtime picture book in an extra tall split-page novelty format!From award-winning picture book creator Guilherme Karsten, illustrator of Hen in the Bed. Praise for Hen in the Bed:"Charming version of the classic counting song "Ten in the Bed"" - BookTrustIt's night-time and everyone is fast asleep, until - WAAAH! - Baby Giraffe wakes up. Oh dear! As each animal wakes up the neighbour in the apartment below with their noisy snip-snapping, chattering and ROARING, soon the whole building is wide awake. Will anyone ever get any sleep. . .? Oh my! What a night!Turn the split pages to see the noisy mayhem mount up - and spot some cheeky mice joining the fun!Includes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.
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17,99 €

London's Record Shops


A Notting Hill Carnival city. A rock city. A rave city. A reggae city. A city of deep soul and funky jazz. A city where, from the Rolling Stones to Stormzy, cutting-edge music has constantly been created … London rules the game. London’s Record Shops celebrates the greatest vendors of recorded music in the world's foremost record-shop-city. From Brixton dub shacks and Hackney vinyl boutiques to Camden’s rockabilly ravers and Soho's feted jazz and dance shops, through Rough Trade and Honest Jon's to Sound of the Universe – these brilliant (sometimes eccentric, always engaging) emporiums are documented with striking photographs and incisive interviews. Anyone who loves music and/or London will find this book engaging and informative.
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26,99 €

Water Sleeps


From international bestseller Glen Cook comes the ninth book in the chronicles of the Black Company — the series that forever changed the face of fantasy. The world believes the Black Company is dead — and that’s exactly how Sleepy wants it. As the Company’s watchful Annalist and master strategist, she has fooled an entire empire into thinking the brotherhood is gone, even as she leads them in secret beneath Soulcatcher’s very nose. From the slums of Taglios to the edge of the glittering plain, Sleepy and the rest of the survivors wage a silent war of bold abductions, treacherous bargains, and dangerous journeys, all for one purpose: to reunite with their captured leaders who remain magically entombed underground.
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14,99 €

Lucid


DREAMS CAN COME TRUE. BUT SO CAN NIGHTMARES... Joseph Jacobs was just an ordinary student - until a gift arrived on his 18th birthday: a dreamcatcher with the mysterious inscription 'We Are Such Stuff As Dreams Are Made On'. Soon, his dreams grow darker - and begin to come true - the visions leak into reality as something awakens within Joseph, and within our world. Something with the power to change everything... As he learns of the part he must play in the ancient war between our dreams and our reality - Joseph, his friends, and family must face the darkness that lies beyond all that we know. Because if dreams can come true, so too can nightmares... A mind-bending, page-turning, genre-blending debut set - perfect for fans of Inception, Ready Player One and The Matrix. 'Such an original and thrilling novel!' TL Huchu'A mind-bending, action-packed debut not to be missed' Jackson P. Brown
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14,99 €

Half Lives


No one can hurt you like a sister Growing up in 1970s Ghana, Evelyn and Maggie are two sides of the same coin. While reliable Evelyn is entrusted to support her struggling family, Maggie skips class to flirt with boys. Despite their differences, they’ve made a promise: one day they will escape to America, and start a new life together. Evelyn’s prospects transform when she marries Gus, a wealthy surgeon who already lives in New York, and quickly falls pregnant. Meanwhile, Maggie sees her prospects vanish when she realises she is also expecting, but without the crucial detail of a husband. When a terrible accident causes Evelyn to lose her unborn child, the answer seems simple, and Evelyn takes her sister’s unwanted baby to the States to raise as her own. But such an act has untold consequences for both sisters, and when one of them changes their mind, an impossible decision awaits. An emotional gut-punch of a novel, Half Lives is about the enduring power of love, and what it can withstand before it breaks.
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25,49 €

Wild Moon Rising


'Jenny Knight's writing is brilliant – telling it like it is, full of warmth and humour' Cathy Rentzenbrink 'Powerful … A moving story of female desire, ambition and renewal' Kit de Waal 'A beautiful tale about friendship and reinvention' Fabulous, The Sun ***** A powerful and moving debut novel about coming of age again post-marriage and post-menopause. Claire's life isn't how she thought it would be when she moves into Hunter's Moon. Her long marriage is over, her children have flown the nest, and her work as an illustrator no longer satisfies her. She isn't sure who she is now or what she wants from her life. It wasn't always like this. Once, she had desires and ambitions. When her octogenarian neighbour, Tansy, suffers a fall, Claire’s solitude is broken. Under the older woman’s guidance, she finds solace and a new sense of purpose in regenerating her wild garden. And as the plants grow, Claire retreads the bittersweet journey that brought her to the second half of her life. This is a story of love. Of friendship and desire, of art and nature, of finding love for yourself and for life itself. It is a story of coming of age, once again, of giving up one’s safety net and embracing a new life beyond.
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13,49 €

The Understudy


The Understudy: a scintillating comedy of ambition, celebrity, jealousy and love'Wonderfully chaotic'THE TIMES'A funky, less-fluffy-than-funny rom com'METRO'Brilliant'GOOD HOUSEKEEPING'It could hold its own against a Richard Curtis script'INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY'A zippy comedy . . . irresistible'DAILY MAILFor Josh Harper, being in show-business means everything he ever wanted: money, fame, a beautiful wife and a lead role on the London stage. For Stephen C. McQueen, it means being stuck with an unfortunate name, a hopeless agent and a job as understudy to Josh Harper, the 12th Sexiest Man in the World. When Stephen falls in love with Josh's clever, funny wife, Nora, things get even more difficult. But might there yet be a way for Stephen to get his big brea? NE OF BRITAIN'S MOST ACCLAIMED WRITERS'One of the most astute chroniclers of England as it is now'FINANCIAL TIMES'An uncanny ability to make us laugh out loud, but also care passionately about his characters'DAILY TELEGRAPH'Nicholls writes with such tender precision about love'THE TIMES'No one else writes novels that are both relatable and revelatory in the way he does'EVENING STANDARD'Genuinely brilliant'NEW STATESMAN
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14,99 €

Taming the Alpha


She trained to save lives. But the one she inherited might just save her. Caitlin Spring is laser-focused on her dream: finish pre-med, become a doctor, and build a life on logic—not loss. But when her beloved grandfather dies unexpectedly, everything changes. Instead of a summer of studying, Caitlin finds herself the new owner of the Spring Wildlife Sanctuary deep in the Montana wilderness. And standing between her and the future is Jake Blackwell—the sanctuary’s brooding caretaker and the alpha werewolf her grandfather trusted with everything. Once the childhood protector who helped Caitlin survive her parents’ death, Jake is now all rugged edges and commanding growls. And he’s not exactly thrilled to see her back. To him, Caitlin’s a threat—an outsider who doesn’t understand the delicate balance between humans, shifters, and the land they protect. But Caitlin isn’t the little girl he remembers. She’s determined to honor her grandfather’s legacy… even if it means clashing with the alpha who once made her feel safe. As sanctuary debt mounts and sparks fly, Caitlin must choose between the life she’s planned—or the one she never saw coming, beside a man who guards more than just the land. In the heart of the wild, love might be the most untamed force of all. Taming the Alpha is a gripping paranormal romance with second chances, small-town secrets, age gap, and a sanctuary where hearts—and wolves—run wild.
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17,99 €

Murder of Roger Ackroyd


Agatha Christie's most daring crime mystery - an early and particularly brilliant outing of Hercule Poirot, 'The Murder of Roger Ackroyd', with its legendary twist, changed the detective fiction genre for ever. Poor Roger Ackroyd. He knew the woman he loved had been harbouring guilty secret. And then, yesterday, she killed herself. But guilty secrets rarely stay secret. Who had been blackmailing her? Had it really driven her to suicide? Sadly, Roger Ackroyd wasn't going to live long enough to find out ...
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11,99 €

A Bright Cold Day


A pioneering biography of George Orwell told through moments of everyday life When we think about Orwell, we imagine an angular, moustachioed sceptic crouched over a typewriter, who - between puffs on his cigarette - composes effortless streams of prose, unadorned but explosive. We see a man with 'Important Things to Say' about: the slow creep of authoritarianism; the consequences of all-seeing tech; the fragility of truth. Much less often do we see him as a person caught up in the business of everyday life. And yet Orwell's work thrums with the quotidian: the smell of boiled cabbage, the chill of an unheated flat in early spring, the rumbling of old pipes. A Bright Cold Day reveals how the principles that govern us begin in the mundane. From waking and showering to breakfast, work, lunch, the pub, sleep and dreaming, Orwell was never dulled to the routines of living. And in the details of the day, we can understand how power, money, freedom and choice play out, not just for Orwell's literary characters, but for us all.
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19,99 €

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