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The Cornish summer burns hotter than it has in 15 years – but beneath the sunshine, something sinister stirs. When eco-architect Olivia Parkes unveils her latest project – a cliffside manor reborn as a luxury eco-hotel – she expects acclaim, not chaos. And the return of her partner Jago Trevithick KC, a brilliant but broken barrister, who is seeking peace by the sea. But peace is short-lived. A waitress is found dead in the hotel pool. Who wanted her gone – and wh? as the dark side of Jago’s work followed him to Cornwal? r is someone close to Olivia hiding deadly secret? s whispers spread through the sun-bleached village, Olivia and Jago must uncover the truth before the tide turns red again. In a paradise built on lies and long-buried sin, can love – or anyone – survive the trut? eader Reviews?'Brilliant Cornish Crime!'?'Superb read!The next book in this fabulous series!'?'Thoroughly enjoyable read and brilliantly written!'

The Chilterns are at their best in May and The Old Forge Cafe is flourishing, which makes Charlie think about furniture that lives up to the standards her menu sets. Which is what persuades her to take on a job for a wealthy local businessman who suspects his daughter has fallen for a man who is not only a gold-digger but also a murderer. To Charlie's surprise, she knows him – he's the Maitre d' at the Michelin-starred restaurant at the other end of the village. Does his charm conceal a killer?

'Paul Halter is France's answer to John Dickson Carr' Martin EdwardsThe ultimate locked-room mystery. In Paul Halter's The Fourth Door, the impossible becomes reality. A haunted room. An unbroken seal. A murder victim whose very identity is an enigma. And then, a second death in a house surrounded by untrodden snow. Both crimes defy reason – but master detective Dr. Alan Twist reveals that even the most baffling mysteries have rational explanations. This international bestseller is a masterpiece of intrigue and misdirection, hailed as the French answer to John Dickson Carr and a modern rival to Anthony Horowitz (The Twist of a Knife). Fans of Sophie Hannah's Poirot mysteries and the layered puzzles of Knives Out will relish this thrilling, twist-laden tale. Winner of the Prix du Roman Policier, Halter cements his place as a titan of the locked-room genre. Discover The Fourth Door, alongside Halter's other captivating works like The Lord of Misrule and The Night of the Wolf.

Rowan Midwinter has sworn off magic, and for good reason. A spell gone wrong back in high school left her with nothing but missing memories and regret, so she’s not exactly thrilled when she’s guilted into returning to her quaint mountain hometown for the first time in years. But it’s already Yule and much-needed snow still hasn’t fallen, so Rowan reckons she can put up with her family, friends, and former coven if it means saving the town’s beloved winter festival from the megacorporation threatening to buy it out. But Rowan’s plans to save the festival and make it through the holiday magic-free go awry when Gavin McCreery, prodigal son of the festival’s landlord, insists on helping, and their unwanted chemistry keeps setting off holiday lights… literally. As the quest to keep the festival alive grows increasingly complicated, Rowan realises she must reconnect with what she tried to leave behind - her family, coven, and even her memories - to let go of her fear of magic and let her heart lead the way.

After Polly ends her relationship with the father of her young son, Louis, she is determined to move on. All she wants is to focus on her job, her friends and to be a good mum. No more looking over her shoulder. No more complications… Then Polly meets Ben. Ben is guardian to his niece, Emily. They become close, with Polly teaching Ben how to plait Emily’s hair and Ben playing football with Louis. Their friendship is unexpected. Polly has never been happier. But just as Polly thinks her life may be turning around, the unthinkable happens. When her new life balances on a knife edge, will she be able to stay strong for one more time? And give herself, as well as her son, a chance at a new life?

From the bestselling author of Why Don't Penguins Feet Freeze? comes a mind-bending adventure the whole family will enjoy!Packed with amazing trivia, weird world records, and mind-blowing facts, this book is perfect for curious kids, trivia-loving teens, and even grown-ups who can’t resist a quirky fact or two. A must read for all curious minds!Discover the fastest, slowest, oldest, and weirdest things on Earth—and beyond!Which volcano has been erupting for over 2,000 year? re spiders faster than Usain Bolt? (you will never look at your house spiders in the same way again)! Where’s the coldest place life can surviv? hich creature has the longest neck (and no, it’s not a giraffe)? What are the smallest known things to exis? hether you’re sharing hilarious facts around the table, keeping the kids entertained and off screens, or wowing your friends with your trivia skills, this book is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfect for;Gifts for kids (aged 8+) teens, and adults. Families looking to keep eyeballs off screens and brains switched on. Trivia buffs, fact lovers, and anyone who enjoys learning something new. Discover the World’s Wildest and Wackiest Wonders – One Fascinating Fact at a Time!

Once Juniper’s life was filled with magic. Little things went right – and sometimes big ones, like that enchanted night at college when she found herself playing Juliet opposite her secret crush James as Romeo. But then her mother died, and Juniper’s world has grown cold. After misguidedly selling the rights to her growing podcast, she finds herself back in her hometown, in her old bedroom, with no job in sight. When a mysterious email invites her to audition for a starring role in the audio drama adaptation of The Meadow, the beloved, bestselling vampire romance of her teenage years, it’s the opportunity of a lifetime. Or it seems to be, until she learns that it all hinges on her co-star, James from college, now on the cusp of breaking through as one of Hollywood’s leading actors. He broke her heart ten years ago; can she trust him now?

'...Joyful, fun, and heartfelt. I will read everything Swati Hegde ever writes!' —Hannah Bonam-Young, author of Out on a LimbHarsha Godbole is struggling to make ends meet as an aspiring photographer making a name for herself away from the glitz and glamour of her family's Bollywood fame. With her cousin's wedding looming, and the pressure from her family to bring a date, she finds herself in a fake dating contract with the handsome, but hesitant, barista at her favourite coffee shop, Veer Kannan. Veer needs money to help support his younger brother through university, and so Harsha's generous offer is something he cannot refuse. As the two learn how to make their relationship convincing, sparks begin to fly, and their two different worlds may end up being just what they needed.

'The future of crime fiction is named Hannah Morrissey' Alex Finlay'A moody, unsettling debut novel' **The Washington Post**Every night police transcriber Hazel Greenlee listens as detectives divulge Black Harbor’s gruesome crimes. Hazel, an aspiring novelist, believes that writing a book could be her only ticket out of this frozen hellscape. Her life isn’t exactly brimming with inspiration, until her neighbor confesses to hiding the corpse of an overdose victim. With an insider’s look at the investigation, Hazel becomes spellbound by the lead detective, Nikolai Kole, and the chilling narrative he shares with her. Through his transcription, she learns that the suspicious death is linked to Candy Man, a drug dealer notorious for selling illegal substances to children. When Kole invites her on a covert operation to help take the dealer down, the promise of a story calls to her. As the investigation unfolds, Hazel will learn just how far she'll go for a good story -- even if it means destroying her marriage and luring the killer to her as she plunges deeper into the city she's desperate to claw her way out of.

'Simply put, Merle Nygate is one of the best spy novelists writing today.' I.S. Berry'Sophisticated and pulse-pounding writing' Express'Powerfully evoked... drawn with insight and sensitivity, bringing a strong sense of authenticity' Financial TimesIn the aftermath of Hamas's October 7th attack on Israel, Mossad's London station chief Eli Amiram is fighting battles on all fronts. When his ambitious rival plans an assassination on British soil - supposedly authorized by Trump supporters - Eli suspects a deeper conspiracy. Meanwhile, British intelligence asset Petra is hunting for redemption. Tasked with recruiting Wasim Al-Arikhi - whose sister she failed to save from becoming a suicide bomber - Petra's drawn into a deadly game of cat and mouse. Can Wasim be trusted or has she become a targe? s Eli and Petra's paths converge, they discover that in the shadow world of international espionage, the greatest threats often come from within. They must confront not just their enemies, but their own moral choices. A sophisticated spy thriller that weaves together tradecraft, betrayal and the human cost of intelligence work.

Embark on a journey through time, space, and the enduring magic of Doctor Who history. From collecting Dalek toys in 1960s South London to becoming one of Doctor Who's most influential historians, David J Howe's life has been shaped by Britain's beloved time-traveling hero. In this engaging memoir, Howe shares his journey from young fan to professional authority, offering unprecedented insights into Doctor Who's evolution over six decades. He takes readers behind the scenes of landmark moments in Who history, from organizing the first conventions to publishing groundbreaking books about the series. His story interweaves personal milestones with key moments in Doctor Who history, including his work with Jon Pertwee on the actor's autobiography and the development of BBC's merchandise empire. More than just a fan's tale, this is the story of how Doctor Who shaped British popular culture through the eyes of someone who helped guide its legacy, making it essential reading for both devoted Whovians and anyone interested in British television history.

When self-proclaimed failure Kat moves hundreds of miles to renovate her late Dad’s house, falling in love with the grumpy builder wasn’t part of the plan…Kat Williams is well and truly in a rut. She’s lost her mojo at work, her estranged dad has passed away, and she royally messed up the eulogy at his funeral after a grumpy, stubborn man stole her parking space and made her late. When her boss suggests she takes a two month sabbatical, Kat moves hundreds of miles to the small Mancunian town of Everly Heath to refurbish her father’s childhood home she’s inherited. She thinks it will be a quick fixer-upper; a bit of paint, some new carpet and then she can sell up and return to her life in London, profit in hand. She is determined to make the renovation a success and not let her lingering resentment towards her dad or her ADHD goblin distract her. But Kat arrives in Everly Heath to find her dad’s house is falling apart and completely uninhabitable. Worse still, the grumpy builder, Liam, who Kat’s well-meaning extended family have enlisted to manage the reno, is none other than the grouch who stole her parking space on the day of the funeral. Near breaking point, Liam offers Kat an olive branch in a place to stay at his while the worst of the repairs take place. Now living under one roof, sparks fly over faulty wiring and Liam shows Kat a whole new perspective on life. But a shattering secret of Liam’s threatens to sever any connection they’ve built. Will Kat have the courage to stay or are this grumpy-sunshine duo not meant to be after all?

‘Incredibly funny and utterly adorable’ Jenny Colgan‘A book that made me smile from first page to last’ Milly JohnsonOn the eve of Genie’s thirtieth birthday, her grandmother gives her an unexpected gift: a wish at midnight. Genie, forever the family skeptic, laughs it off and, after an evening fending off invasive questions about her nonexistent love life, returns home to her empty house and her golden retriever, Rory. She really should’ve listened to her grandmother. She's turned Rory into a human with big golden retriever energy. But he doesn’t like being a human. He doesn’t like wearing clothes or human manners, and he most definitely can’t manage a human job. It's like she suddenly has a child. Genie needs to turn him back. She enlists her oldest friend and boy next door, Miles, to help. Their quest brings them closer than they’ve ever been -- and maybe, just maybe, her messed up wish is the key to granting her heart’s desire after all…‘Uplifting, romantic, magical and brimming with charm, I adored it’ Cathy Bramley

One step can change everything... Cass Brooks wishes she could turn back time. She'd go back to that morning and retrace her steps. Her boyfriend would still be with her. Her mother wouldn't be nagging her to plan a new future when all she wants is her old life back. Everything seems out of reach. But when Ticket, the most intelligent and devoted golden Labrador, bursts into Cass's life and chooses her, she dares to dream that she can be happy again. Then on a flight she sits next to Charlie, who believes he can show her a life full of possibilities. But will Cass let him? Can she let herself believe that with Ticket and Charlie, maybe she has a future after all?

‘Engaging, devastating, humorous and believable. This book will tug at your heartstrings and tickle your funny bone all at once.’ Gillian Harvey'The queen of fresh, funny, uplifting fiction...made me laugh out loud and properly cry' Frances Quinn'Uplifting and at times heart-breaking, but ultimately packed with joy, humanity and real depth'. Eleni Kyriacou'You always know you’re going to get a good story with Nicola Gill, and Identity Crisis is no exception... It’s heartwarming and funny.' - Laura Pearson author of The Last List of Mabel BeaumontBe yourself, people say. But the last person Clare Palmer wants to be is herself – she’s lost everything she once had and now can barely get through a bus ride without wanting to thump someone. (People who don’t wear headphones, sniffers, fried chicken guzzlers.)So when she discovers her resemblance to beloved reality TV presenter Jenna Cox, Clare jumps at the chance to become a lookalike, earn some cash and get her life back together. But it’s all too easy to cross the line between celebrity lookalike and pretending to be the real Jenna – and becoming someone else is about to take Clare’s life down a track that’s even rockier than the one she’s on…'Identity Crisis is hilarious, heartbreaking and uncomfortably relatable. I loved it.' Nikki Smith

'Phillips is dark, dangerous, and important . . . Crime fiction at its best.' Michael ConnellyThis dark historical adventure captures the beginnings of the Hollywood studio system and the 'blue movie' industry that grows up alongside it. Los Angeles, 1916: Photographer Bill Ogden has opened a portrait studio in seedy Hollywood, where he is joined by his granddaughter, Flavia — a woman in need of a fresh start after bludgeoning her drunken, abusive husband to death. Though his business is mainly legit, Bill finds himself brushing up against the porn industry growing in the shadows of the motion picture mainstream. When a series of grisly murders take place across the city, Bill and his granddaughter are pulled into events as tricky and tangled as anything this side of The Big Sleep. We meet a cast of unforgettable characters living on the margins looking to make a quick buck, launch a career, or just keep their family together. The Devil Raises His Own is a stripped-down noir thriller and a panoramic look at Los Angeles at the beginning of motion pictures — a Boogie Nights set in the era of D.W. Griffith and Charlie Chaplin from one of the best crime novelists working today.