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The Coup Trap in Latin America
Why do governments get overthrown? Why are many political systems chronically unstable? The Coup Trap in Latin America answers these questions by looking to the origins and dynamics of the military coup d'état that, since the late nineteenth century, have turned several Latin American political systems into some of the most unstable in the world. The book also explores how others escaped from chronic instability, either by constructing constitutional democracy (in Chile, Costa Rica, and Uruguay) or by establishing durable autocracies (in Mexico and Nicaragua). The Coup Trap in Latin America pioneers the use of statistical predictions to explain when military coups do and do not occur – and uses historical narratives to illustrate and develop these findings. The book provides an innovative explanation of the unconstitutional seizure of power, making it a valuable resource for political scientists, historians, sociologists, and readers interested in Latin American politics and history.
Blood, Rust and Steel
'MacBride is a damned fine writer' – Peter James, UK Number One Bestselling AuthorPerfect for fans of Ian Rankin and Val McDermid, Blood, Rust and Steel is darkly funny and gripping Scottish crime at its very best. All good things must come to an end . . . Acting Detective Inspector Roberta Steel has never been shy, but she’s finally retiring. After thirty years of policing Aberdeen’s underbelly, she’s all set for her twilight years to feature gardening gloves, afternoon tea, crosswords puzzles, and shouting at the telly. So, when a body turns up in a wheelie bin, it looks like an excellent way to round off her career and go out with a bang. But the Northeast of Scotland isn’t finished with her yet:There’s a violent protest to stop; far-right populist politicians, and sketchy government spooks; a by-election; drugs, dogs, and baby-doll nighties; and a desperate ex-colleague, begging her for help. With only her Queen Street Irregulars for backup, and the top brass desperate to get shot of her, these final few weeks might just be the death of her . . . * * *Praise for Stuart MacBride:'Stuart MacBride is an automatic must-read for me . . . always fast, hard, authentic – and different' – Lee Child, author of the Jack Reacher series'Dark and brilliantly written' – Linwood Barclay, author of I Will Ruin You'MacBride is a masterful storyteller with a terrific eye for detail and razor-sharp wit' – Karin Slaughter, author of This Is Why We Lied'Crime fiction of the highest order' – Mark Billingham, author of The Last Dance
Nina Peanut: Major Drama Alert (Book 4)
The fourth laugh-out-loud, full colour story in the bestselling Nina Peanut series.
She's an amazing frozen-pizza chef, ghost hunter, mystery solver, jet-setter, creative genius, drama queen.
The funniest new friend for all kids, everywhere.
I'm Nina Peanut and I CANNOT believe Mum is making me show the new boy at school around town. Ethan shoved an ice cream in my face when we were four years old
annoying!
But wait... he's older now and... quite cool. Wears a leather jacket. Into skating. The best looking boy who-is-not-in-a-boyband I've ever seen.
Why have I gone bright red?
We're putting on some random play - Romeo and Juliet? I don't expect you've heard of it - at the end of term and I want the starring role opposite Ethan.
But of course my arch-enemy Megan BUMFACE is also set on the part: the race to be the ultimate drama queen is ON!
Hilariously funny, with themes of friendship/frenemies, big dreams, brilliant pets: hours and hours of reading fun guaranteed for kids.
Warm, offbeat wit and gorgeous, bright full colour pictures throughout.
Perfect for fans of Wimpy Kid, Dork Diaries and Lottie Brooks.
Brave New Summer
Escape to Cornwall this summer with another heart-warming and feel-good novel from the Number One Sunday Times bestselling author! Readers LOVE Sarah Morgan ‘Sarah Morgan never disappoints’ FIVE star reader review ‘Sarah knows just what her readers enjoy, with this book comes friendship, family and a beautiful place for the perfect escape … another great read’ FIVE star reader review ‘Sarah Morgan brought us a beautiful and heartwarming story … It’s a brilliant, unputdownable read that left me wanting more from all of these characters’ FIVE star reader review * * * * Evie is the acting general manager of The Alexandra hotel in picturesque Cornwall, but she feels trapped in a life defined by others’ expectations. Just as she contemplates a fresh start, Abby arrives, sent undercover by the hotel’s owner to assess the staff and operations. But Abby is navigating her own struggles and longs to break free from the shadow of her mother. As the two women forge an unexpected friendship, they confront their fears and the threat of change looming over them. With the help of a charming chef and a gruff pub owner, they begin to embrace their true selves and the bonds that unite them. Will they find the strength to reshape their futures, or will the weight of the past hold them back? Full of warmth and heart, Brave New Summer is a joyful and uplifting novel about friendship, romance and being brave, from the Number One Sunday Times bestseller, Sarah Morgan. Perfect if you love: Escaping to seaside towns Strong female bonds Unlikely friendships Grumpy pub owners Charming chefs * * * * Praise for Sarah Morgan: ‘Sarah Morgan never disappoints I always look forward to my summer read from her … a must read for holidays’ FIVE star reader review 'A perfect slice of joyful summer escapism from Sarah Morgan, the master of the genre' Clare Pooley ‘The perfect summer escape!’ Cathy Bramley 'I was absolutely hooked from the first chapter and knew straight away this was another book written with Sarah’s magic touch … utterly fabulous' FIVE star reader review ‘A truly heart-warming read’ Woman & Home
A kereső
Cal Hooper azt remélte, hogy egy csendes, idilli ír falucskában álló, felújítandó ház tökéletes hely a menekülésre. A chicagói rendőrségnél eltöltött huszonöt év, és egy viharos válás után nem akart mást, csak új életet kezdeni egy kellemes helyen, ahol jó a kocsma, és nem sok minden történik. Ám amikor egy helybéli fiú ráveszi, hogy nyomozzon eltűnt testvére ügyében, Cal rájön, hogy festői menedéke sötét és veszélyes titkokat rejteget.
Hangulatos, feszültséggel átszőtt történetében napjaink egyik legjobb krimiírója azt a kérdést feszegeti, hogyan lehet megkülönböztetni a jót és a rosszat egy olyan világban, ahol ez nem egyszerű feladat, és a döntés sok kockázattal jár.
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Rainbow Magic: Ruby the Red Fairy
All the magic of the original story, brought to life in a colourful graphic novel!
Best friends Rachel and Kirsty can't believe it when they meet a magical fairy at the end of a rainbow. Ruby the Red Fairy flies them away to Fairyland, but the beautiful kingdom is in trouble. Can the girls help save it?
With full-colour illustrations and action-packed panels, this graphic novel is perfect for visual learners and readers just starting to enjoy stories independently.
'These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!' ReadingZone.com
Collect all the books in the Rainbow Fairies series: Ruby the Red Fairy; Amber the Orange Fairy; Saffron the Yellow Fairy; Fern the Green Fairy; Sky the Blue Fairy; Izzy the Indigo Fairy and Heather the Violet Fairy.
Jesus, the Man Who Lives
"Muggeridge's masterpiece, the greatest achievement of his life as a writer."—The London TimesA stunningly insightful reflection on the life, person, and teachings of Christ. In Jesus, the Man Who Lives, the celebrated British author Malcolm Muggeridge offers a meditation that was deemed by The London Times to be his “masterpiece, the greatest achievement of his life as a writer.” Muggeridge's portrait of Christ is at once deeply personal and universally accessible. Beginning with the assertion that the “coming of Jesus into the world is the most stupendous event in human history,” Muggeridge provides astute commentary on the events of Christ’s life, his teachings, his parables, his prophecies, and his relationships. Along the way, he happily punctures many of the cherished myths held about Jesus—and about itself—by the modern, self-satisfied, largely post-Christian world. With his trademark honesty and wit, Muggeridge concludes that “either Jesus never was or he still is. I assert that he still is." This new, fiftieth-anniversary edition proudly reintroduces Malcolm Muggeridge’s profound spiritual study to a new generation of readers.
At Sea
A DUA LIPA'S SERVICE95 'MUST READ' FOR 2026'A smart, razor-sharp takedown of the machismo of Big Oil' CAOILINN HUGHES'Propulsive and engrossing and deeply fascinating' SAFIA ELHILLO'A thrilling and emotionally complex ride ' ORE AGBAJE-WILLIAMS'Required reading for the Petroleum Age' DAVID HUEBERT'An utterly brilliant, searing, incisive novel' LUCIA OSBORNE-CROWLEY'Fast-paced, gripping and gloriously entertaining' TILLY LAWLESSBeing one of the boys was one thing. Being the boss of the boys was something else altogether. Expert driller Zainab is called to take charge of a high-stakes oil rig operation. Unable to resist the opportunity, she leaves behind her pregnant sister and heads offshore for the job of her life. But there's a catch. The rig is teetering on the edge of disaster - and Zainab is the only woman amongst a crew of hardened men who want absolutely nothing to do with her. At the helm but forced to prove herself at every turn, Zainab labours to investigate the rig's imminent collapse. She quickly grasps that the real danger lies in the cold calculations and base desires of the men she is forced to spend every waking moment with. As tensions rise and secrets unravel, Zainab races to uncover the truth bubbling below and fend off the looming catastrophe. Explosive and thought-provoking, At Sea is an exhilarating story about the clash of ambition, principle and prejudice, and the unexpected consequences of our choices.
Čtvrthodinka upřímnosti, 4. vydání
Učit se hlouběji nahlédnout do vlastního nitra, hodnotit své postoje a skutky, vykonat si poctivé zpytování svědomí… Právě o tom je knížka oblíbeného autora duchovní literatury. Použita může být pro každodenní modlitební chvíli i jako pomůcka při přípravě na svátost smíření.
„Láska vyžaduje oboustranné, bezvýhradné odevzdání se. Lakota, chladná vypočítavost a sčítání výhod odkrývají strach před úplným darováním se v lásce a před přijímáním lásky. Ten, kdo neumí lásku přijímat, ji neumí ani dávat. Když hledíme na velkou touhu Boha po lidské lásce, ptáme se sami sebe, jaká je naše touha po lásce Boží. Jak a s jakou silou se projevovala v našem životě?“ Józef Augustyn
Paddle the North of England
The definitive guide to exploring the North of England under paddle power, from the majestic Northumberland coastline to the spectacular landscapes of the Lake District. With countless beautiful lakes, rivers and coastlines, the North of England offers abundant opportunities for paddleboarders, canoeists and kayakers. Written by highly experienced paddleboard instructor Bruce Smith, this guide features 40 routes across the North East, North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, including:-The Farne Islands – paddle out to Northumberland’s tranquil Inner Farne, home to Atlantic grey seals. -River Wear, Durham City – launch from the rowing club and then meander through the heart of the city, taking in the views of Durham Cathedral. -The vast Lake Windermere – marvel at the vistas of the Lake District National Park and be sure to stop for a picnic on the Lady Holme Island. From short paddles suitable for beginners to longer expeditions for experienced paddlers, this book includes excursions for all levels of ability. Responsible paddling is covered thoroughly, with a guide to safety equipment and how to use it properly, staying environmentally aware, and advice on licensing. Illustrated with beautiful photography and clear maps, each route details launching points, the best places to stop, and the sites, landmarks and wildlife to look out for along the way.
Mission: Yozakura Family, Vol. 22
Romance! A crazy, overprotective brother! And...spies?!Taiyo Asano has been on his own ever since his parents died and the only one who seems to care for him is his childhood friend and classmate, Mutsumi Yozakura. But Mutsumi has a secret—she is the head of a family of spies! And on top of that, her brother Kyoichiro is dangerously protective of her! To stop Kyoichiro from killing him, Taiyo and Mutsumi must take the ultimate leap—marriage! Because in the Yozakura family, family cannot kill family.Kyoichiro, Hifumi, and Alpha head to the North Pole! On an uninhabited island, they finally find Nanao, stuck inside one of Dr. Mozu’s labs. Kyoichiro declares the lab to be the “Nanao Dungeon” and gives Hifumi and Alpha a quest to rescue “Princess Nanao”!
Who Will You Be When You Grow Up?
From bestselling early years author, Molly Potter, Who Will You Be When You Grow Up? invites young children to imagine the type of person they will be in the future and is perfect for starting conversations about hopes, values and aspirations. This book is all about growing up and the lifestyle choices we make along the way, from hobbies and friendships, to jobs and adventures. Featuring bright, engaging illustrations by Sarah Jennings, and playful, thoughtful question prompts on every page, this book sparks conversations about dreams, ambitions and all the exciting possibilities ahead. Who Will You Be When You Grow Up? is aligned with Key Stage 1 PSHE curriculum topics, including personal development and looking after our physical and mental wellbeing. The book helps children to explore jobs and aspirations in an encouraging way that supports positive mental health and nurtures a strong sense of self. Let’s Talk books help you start meaningful conversations with your child. Written by a PSHE expert and covering topics like feelings, relationships, diversity and mental health, these comforting picture books support healthy discussion right from the start.
The Colwyn Bay Killings
THE MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLERThe epic Welsh crime thriller fiction series featuring the much-loved DI Ruth Hunter.Will justice be served? DI Ruth Hunter was injured in the line of duty, and is barely clinging to life. But the murder rate doesn’t go down just because detectives are in hospital. A fire is reported and a young man’s body is discovered in the ashes of a caravan, so it falls to Ruth’s team to establish the circumstances – and find a killer. With no witnesses, and a holiday park crime scene hampered by all sorts of shady dealings, it’s impossible to pin down who is responsible for the death. The victim’s romantic liaisons might hold the answer. But then the prime suspect disappears. Can the truth be found before it’s too lat? nail-biting thriller from a master of the genre. Perfect for fans of Neil Lancaster, Sarah Ward and LJ Ross. PRAISE FOR SIMON McCLEAVE ‘Absolutely thrilling’ Helen Fields‘Action-packed’ Lisa Gardner‘Keeps you gripped’ Rachel McLean
The Football GOAT: The Greatest of All Time Collection
Celebrate the 2026 World Cup with the superstar series full of facts, stats and stories so you can choose which football legend is the Greatest of All Time!Are you ready to choose your favourite player? Featuring 4 epic player head-to-heads, this interactive series is written by Matt Oldfield, the bestselling author of ULTIMATE FOOTBALL HEROES and UNBELIEVABLE FOOTBALL, and Seth Burkett, EX PROFESSIONAL PLAYER. This collection includes 4 books about your favourite heroes:- Messi v. Ronaldo- Mbappé v. Haaland- Pelé v. Maradona- Kane v. BellinghamIt’s a tough competition – are you ready to VOTE FOR THE GOAT? The perfect gift for all football fans, this collection of the books in the bestselling series is packed with exciting facts about favourite players.
The Adventures in a Video Game
Cozy Critter Valley is more than Harper’s favorite game—it’s her life. Since moving across the country two years ago, Harper’s only joy has come from chatting with her old friends while playing the game. Now, it looks like Cozy Critter Valley is about to end. Forever. In the game's final days, Harper is presented with a high-stakes opportunity to save the community she loves. As the clock ticks down, Harper and her friends will need to become masters of disguise, deception, forgery, arts, crafts, and banjos to pull off the ultimate heist. The game may be cozy, but failure won't be. As Harper confronts dangers both within the valley and her own team, she'll be forced to make impossible decisions. This adventure will test everything she knows about friendship, loyalty, and trust in the digital age. Dustin Brady's video game books have sold over two million copies by reaching reluctant readers where they are. Kids around the world love his fast-paced stories, while parents enjoy the quality writing and wholesome content. Adventures in a Video Game is Brady's most accessible series yet since the books are standalone adventures that can be read in any order.
Attention All Shipping
'Kathy Biggs reminds me of Alan Bennett… she walks the fine line between humour and utter sadness in a way that is very rare' JAN NEWTON When you're feeling lost at sea, what will it take to guide you home? Grace lives with her father Jack on their crumbling family farm in Wales. Jack, who has dementia, lost his son Michael in a tragic accident at sea many years ago. Each night he is soothed by an old recording of the shipping forecast, lulled to sleep by the belief that Michael is safe. And while he sleeps, Grace wonders how she ended up back here, caring for her father rather than living her own life. One day, a young woman turns up on their farm, claiming to be Michael’s daughter. But how can this be, seeing as he died before she was born? United by this shared flicker of hope, the unlikely trio embark on a journey from the Welsh valleys to Whitby, which will change all their lives forever…
The Unworthy
"Jacobsen can make almost anything catch the light . . . One of Norway's greatest writers on the working class" Times Literary SupplementThey're a gang without a name - Olav, Carl, Roar, Jan and Vidar - teenage boys growing up in a working-class area of Oslo under the shadow of Nazi occupation. They live in poverty but earn a crust by creatively swindling their fellow citizens, falsifying documents and stealing like magpies. And they don't shy away from targeting the Enemy, either. But everything changes when Carl's father hands him a secret map and a German password, just hours before he's taken away by the Quisling police - only to return in a coffin. And when Olav's father also disappears, the gang come to see that they are caught up in something far more serious than their usual petty crimes. Taking in love, death, betrayal and tragedy, The Unworthy is the latest masterpiece from Roy Jacobsen, author of the International Booker-shortlisted The Unseen. It shines a light on a brutal aspect of the war rarely explored in fiction, and every sentence is imbued with decades of accumulated wisdom from a writer who had his own brushes with the law in his youth. Translated from the Norwegian by Don Bartlett and Don Shaw
Project Tiger
Discover Tiger Woods’s childhood path to dominance and the origins of his downfall. There are two Tiger Woods: the man who won fifteen majors and broke numerous golf records, and the billionaire whose personal flaws destroyed his reputation. But there is another story to tell: “Project Tiger,” the plan his father orchestrated to make his son the greatest golfer ever and a world-changing savior. The demands were extraordinary. The impact, permanent. In Project Tiger, veteran golf journalist Gavin Newsham mines his extensive interviews with Tiger’s coaches, classmates, girlfriends, and competitors for stories that refine our perception of Tiger’s enigmatic character and legacy. Young Tiger succeeded despite many conflicts, especially weekly vitriolic, racist hate mail in greater quantities than any other athlete alive today. Although Tiger had the talent to swing golf clubs before his first birthday, it was his father’s drill-sergeant coaching that motivated him, driving him with fear and into obsession. Tiger emotionally detached as he rapidly ascended, a volatile perseverance that erupted in entitlement, arrogance, and selfishness. In Project Tiger, readers witness golf’s most sensational prodigy develop the unique traits that led him to the pinnacle of success, and also doomed him, and understand how his trajectory brings him full circle, training his son, Charlie Woods, with a different, loving approach to the game.
Before I Knew I Loved You
The sixth book in the multi-million-copy bestselling series about a cosy Japanese cafe that offers its visitors the chance to travel back in time. In a special seat in a fabled Tokyo cafe, you’re offered something irresistible – not just a warm, comforting coffee, but the chance to go back in time to revisit the ones you love . . . In Before I knew I loved you, Toshikazu Kawaguchi takes us back to the warm heart of the mysterious Funiculi Funicula Cafe, with another four guests whose luminous stories of love, lost and won again, will reaffirm your belief in its eternal potential. In this book, we meet:- The girl who wishes to make amends with the mother she never accepted- The man who waited for a reply from his girlfriend, and never heard from her- The woman anxious to travel ahead to know what her future holds- The student who travels back to meet his father again, who passed away many years before. Yet the same rules always apply – you must return before the coffee gets cold. And while it does, memories are revisited, people are changed forever, and the enduring power of love transcends the boundaries of time. The sixth book in the phenomenal, bestselling series, translated from Japanese, Before I knew I loved you asks the irresistible question: what would you do if you were offered the chance to go back in time?
