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''Flynt is as bold and ruthless a killer-agent as James Bond, and even more resourceful'' ScotsmanA city on the brink of civil war. A madman pulling the strings.A family is found butchered in a dismal room in the Rookery, London’s poorest district. Not even their small children are left alive.Most of the authorities pay scant attention, except for Thieftaker General Jonathan Wild. Intrigued by this development, Colonel Nathaniel Charters tasks his most trusted operative, Jonas Flynt, with discovering why.When another family is murdered just as brutally, Flynt uncovers evidence of a simmering conflict between rival gangs, with Wild seemingly desperate to keep a lid on the slaughter.The question for Flynt is how deep is his new friend The Admiral, a gang leader, involved, and is he capable of killing innocents? Or is there someone else in London, more dangerous and more deranged, with blood on their hands?A scintillating serial killer thriller set amidst the dirt and grime of Georgian London, the next thrilling instalment in the McIlvanney longlisted Company of Rogues series.Praise for A Thief''s Blood A Glasgow Times Book of 2024''Skelton has the storyteller''s essential gift: the ability to lead you on, ever eager to know what happens next'' Yorkshire Post''Skelton’s eighteenth-century London is, as always, exquisitely rendered and thoroughly immersive .... In a solidly-plotted historical thriller with danger lurking around every corner and intrigue brewing from the lowest dungheap to the highest palace in the land, the realisation that these murders are inflaming existing rivalries to the point where an epic confrontation is almost unavoidable raises the stakes even further. There’s no sign here that the dark and brooding Jonas Flynt’s adventures are running out of steam yet'' Herald

A dead child. A missing student. A darkness at the heart of Jericho college.When the body of a baby is found wrapped in a swan’s wing deep in the woods, archaeology professor and expert consultant Carla James is brought in to assist on the case. The unusual burial must signify something, but what exactly is unclear.Meanwhile, a student from Jericho College has gone missing. Police say she left of her own accord, but this doesn’t seem right to Carla. The young woman didn’t tell anyone she was leaving. No one has heard from her since. And she’s not the first student to disappear.As Carla delves further into both cases, she finds a rotten history beneath both the college’s and the town’s facade, perpetuated by lies and cover-ups. How deep does the corruption go?A gripping and unsettling crime thriller about privilege and the dark underbelly of institutions we so easily trust. Perfect for fans of Kathy Reichs and Elly Griffiths.

Oliver is Declan’s type on paper. But can what happens in the villa stay in the villa?For boxer Declan King, his performance on the UK’s #1 reality dating show, Summer of Love, will be the hardest of his life. Millions are watching his dates with bikini-clad bombshells as he compete to win, but he''s rapidly losing his heart to the one person he shouldn''t want...Oliver Wright, a ballet dancer, needs the prize money to move to New York to get his ex-girlfriend back. But when his and Declan’s on-screen bromance leads to a behind-the-scenes kiss, they can no longer deny their attraction to one another.With meddling producers, fame-hungry co-stars and viewers watching their every move, they must decide what they are willing to give up to live in the public eye, even if it means each other.Funny, sweet and swoony, this is the perfect read for fans of Red, White and Royal Blue, Something to Talk About and The Charm Offensive.

A twisted serial killer. A deadly game of cat and mouse. Can DI Ruth Hunter catch a crazed psychopath who seems intent on destroying her life?DI Ruth Hunter hopes that settling in Snowdonia with will melt away the grief of a missing partner. Burying herself in her work, she senses that her current missing persons case isn''t all that it seems. When a man''s body turns up torn to pieces, Ruth realises that she is now tracking a deadly serial killer.Working with her fiercely patriotic Welsh partner, DI Hunter soon has a prime suspect in her sights – although he seems to always be one step ahead of them. When the killer begins to claim a personal connection to her, Ruth fears a grisly end to her and her family.A masterful, edge-of-your-seat crime thriller by the number one bestselling author. Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, LJ Ross and Sarah Ward.

In the game of second chances, can they follow the rules?When Ellis Ainsley runs into her charming, handsome ex, NHL player Liam Ruinsky, ten years after they split, she remembers why she fell for him. Now, their lives are worlds apart and though she knows they’d never work, the temptation is too much.It was supposed to only be one night… until Ellis sees the positive pregnancy test.Already a chronically ill woman juggling her health and career, Ellis needs to figure out how to tell Liam he is going to be a dad. And how can they co-parent, with their chemistry undeniable?With turbulent families, overbearing coaches, and the media wanting a slice of Liam''s life, can he step up? And most of all, will they risk falling in love for a second time?The hottest ice hockey romance for 2025, brimming with tension and lust. Fans of Icebreaker and The Love Hypothesis will adore this.

The path to true love never did run smooth…Famous actor-turned-director Felix Paschal – real name Adam Sinclair – has bought Samphire Bay’s iconic Art Deco house, not only for the privacy it grants him, but also as the location for the new historical drama he is directing. But the sprawling house desperately needs a housekeeper.Luckily for Adam, local musician Emma desperately needs money, as she and her band try to make it big. Being a housekeeper proves to be both fulfilling and entertaining, especially when Adam’s show starts filming and sparks fly between the two.But not everyone is happy with the new resident – from nasty texts and disturbing letters to fake news leaked to the press, both Adam and Emma will have to work hard to protect their home.A fun and uplifting seaside romance for fans of Jessica Redland, Christie Barlow and Holly Martin.

The unmissable new speculative novel for fans of Station Eleven, The End We Start From and The Last of Us.When the end comes, what will you wish you had done?In 2050s London, fear grips like a vice as a deadly virus sweeps the globe. The British prime minister tells her people to remain calm. A vaccine will be available soon, and as a precautionary measure children will be whisked away to undisclosed locations, kept safe until the storm passes.Marianne, Downing Street press secretary, doesn’t realise the futility until it is far, far too late. When the truth hits her, Marianne is forced to choose: stay with her family, or do whatever she can to help the doomed survive.As London falls, seven-year-old Maia is one of the last to escape the city. In an evacuation camp, she binds herself to Finn: in the absence of everything she knew, he becomes her everything.Yet as the years roll on and hope fades, Maia sees the bubble of safety is also a prison. She realises there is only one choice: to leave the camp and find what remains on the outside.An utterly compelling and unforgettable tale of humanity, resilience and the lengths we will go to for love. The Tomorrow Project is the stunning first novel from H Critchlow.Praise for The Tomorrow Project ‘Powerful and disturbing’ Harriet Tyce‘Thrilling, heartbreaking, tense... I was immediately and incessantly caught up in it’ James Delargy‘Dark, vivid and beautifully written, The Tomorrow Project is a poignant, immersive novel about a future that spools out in terrifying clarity. It''s also a novel about bravery and hope - and it will make you cry’ Rachel Wolf‘A fresh, original novel with characters who linger and a propulsive plot. I inhaled it in twenty-four hours. Genuinely unputdownable’ Niki Mackay‘Critchlow has the ability to observe humanity at its worst — and heart-rending best. A worthy addition to the end-times dystopian canon’ Jo Furniss‘A heady mix of heartache and hope, love and loss, in a world that’s splitting at the seams... I couldn’t come up for air till I turned the last page’ Robert Rutherford‘A terrifying glimpse into a possible world’ Sarah Moorhead‘Masterful. A beautifully written parable of hope, love and humanity, it will live with me for a very long time’ Rob Parker‘A heartbreaking, vividly imagined tale of love and survival at the end of the world... a triumph of storytelling’ Clare Leslie Hall

Spouses Without Benefits - how can you move on without moving out?Freya and Joe’s marriage has fizzled its way to the end, but for financial reasons, and to support their daughter in her final year of school, they decide they need to keep living together for six months.They know it won’t be easy, but for Joe at least, it provides creative rewards: a struggling sitcom writer, he has found his new project. Why not write about his own situation? And the network loves it.There is just one problem - Freya doesn’t know.Can Freya and Joe navigate the six months together and might they find out something new about their relationship?A relatable second-chance romcom perfect for fans of Mike Gayle and Beth O’Leary.Praise for Jon Rance:‘You’ll want to put aside as many moments as you can to read this…you’ll love it!’ Nick Spalding‘Thought-provoking yet tender, witty and warm, and with characters you’ll care about and be rooting for until the end.’ Matt Dunn‘An ambitious novel, covering over two decades and taking in all the moments - big, small, tender, painful, intimate and brutal - that make up a complex relationship and a charming and touching story.’ Andy Jones‘What a beautiful, beautiful love story. I can’t say enough good things about it!’????? Reader Review‘Absolutely loved this story and found it near impossible to put down!’ ????? Reader Review‘I fell in love with the characters in this book and simply could not put the book down’ ????? Reader Review‘A beautiful tapestry of love, life, and everything in between… both uplifting and heart-wrenching…A must-read for anyone who believes in the power of moments and the enduring nature of true love.’????? Reader Review‘Such a lovely read…highly recommend.’????? Reader Review‘A captivating read that can only be described as unputdownable.’ Reader Review

''A terrific read, and a whip smart narrative that holds you from page to page.'' Anna SmithShe’s got her man. But does she know what he’s hiding?Young, feisty, and beautiful, heads turn wherever Danica Campbell goes, even if she only has eyes for her fiancé, Ricky Fyfe. He might be thirty years older than her, but his job as a big-time club owner in Glasgow means he can afford to give Danica the life she deserves.Danica knows he has a history – after all, his adult daughter Teigan works at the club – and she knows that Teigan’s mum, Elle, disappeared decades ago. It doesn’t matter, because Danica knows that Ricky will do anything for her.Until the day that a woman walks into their lives – and everything that Danica knew about Ricky falls to pieces. Faced with the reality of Ricky’s past, Danica’s got some hard truths to swallow. But what Ricky doesn’t know that Danica might just be keeping some secrets of her own – and when he discovers them, their happy ever after might just come to a shocking end…An absolutely unputdownable Scottish crime thriller that fans of Lynda LaPlante and Kimberley Chambers will love.Praise for The Second Wife:''A phenomenal, brilliantly crafted belter of a read from start to finish, I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough. A shining five stars!'' A.A. Chaudhuri''Strong women, complex relationships and an ultra-twisty plot...A gripping page-turner, it will hook you from the start and leave you thirsting for revenge.'' Heather CritchlowPraise for Alex Kane:‘Wow wow wow absolutely loved it from start to finish, what a book…I couldn’t put it down, simply outstanding.’ ????? Reader Review‘All the characters are sublime, even the bad guys… A real roller coaster of a book.’ ????? Reader Review‘Seriously fast paced and gritty from the very start.’ ????? Reader Review‘An absolute belter. I couldn''t put it down. So many twists and turns. The writing was amazing.’ ????? Reader Review‘A fast-paced thriller by a top author - it doesn’t disappoint.’ ????? Reader Review‘I read this book in one night and all I have is 3 words. Oh my god.’ ????? Reader Review‘This is a phenomenal read…perfectly written and paced. You absolutely cannot predict this one.’ ????? Reader Review‘Wow!…This one’s a roller coaster ride through scary worlds, with an unexpected conclusion. Highly recommend!’ ????? Reader Review‘A dynamic read, full of twists and edge-of-your-seat chapters. An ending you won’t see coming!… Big five stars from me.’ ????? Reader Review‘I loved everything about this story; will send chills through your body…Absolutely fabulous.’ ????? Reader Review

Chosen as one of the Scotsman''s Books of the Year 2024''One can confidently say that (Blood Roses and Blood Sacrifice) display an intelligence and ambition rare in Scottish fiction today'' Scotsman''This is historical noir at its most potent and a series that you will never forget'' Crime Time Book of the Month, November 2024One corpse, three separate identities and a city full of murderers. As the ghetto’s streets run with blood, can Jan Kalisz find the truth?January 1943. Warsaw is a city of the dead. In the ghetto, the last fifty thousand Jews await their fate but, unlike those who preceded them to the death camps, they are prepared to fight to the end. Jan Kalisz, Kripo investigator and Resistance double-agent, has promised to supply them with weapons. But how will he fulfil his vow?The murder of a German officer appears to provide an opportunity. For the victim is a man with multiple identities, one of which is a wealthy Jew… The hunt for the murderer draws Kalisz into the chaos of the ghetto, only to find a new, perilous mission awaiting him. SS death squads are not the only enemy the Jews fear. A mysterious figure – known only as the Golem – stalks the ruined streets, spiriting away orphaned children. Can Kalisz track him down before he strikes again?The chilling second thriller in the Warsaw Quartet by Douglas Jackson, perfect for readers of Simon Scarrow and Robert Harris.Praise for Blood Sacrifice ''One has the impression that all the novels Jackson has previously written, especially the nine that make up his Hero of Rome series, have prepared him for what he has set himself to do in this series. This is a story of shifting loyalties, of crime and detection, but also a study in historical tragedy. Jan Kalisz has to carry a lot of weight as the hero of such a story. So far, however, he is fully up to it and the promise of what is to come is compelling. Meanwhile, one can confidently say that these first two novels display an intelligence and ambition rare in Scottish fiction today'' ScotsmanPraise for Blood Roses, book one of the Warsaw Quartet‘A compelling, evocative story of evil stalking amidst the chaos of war’ Giles Kristian''A dark, twisting thriller ... Jan Kalisz, Douglas Jackson''s police officer hero, is the natural heir to the late Philip Kerr''s Bernie Gunther'' Andrew Taylor‘A remarkable crime debut … What raises the novel to another level is in the atmospheric evocation of a city in the process of being systematically obliterated by the Germans and brought to life again by Jackson’s pen … Gripping stuff, a series that could develop into something impressive and a goldmine for Philip Kerr Bernie Gunther fans’ Maxim Jakubowski, Crime Time‘This is historical crime fiction at its best’ Chris Lloyd‘The writing is scalpel-sharp, the unrelenting savagery of the Nazi occupation vividly painted… With this book, Jackson will rightfully be regarded as one of the UK’s finest crime writers’ Ben Kane‘A taut, tense thriller… Gutsy and gripping, this is perfect for fans of Chris Lloyd and Robert Harris’ D. V. Bishop‘Jackson has created a brilliant mash-up of WW2 thriller and a serial killer chiller, and in so doing brings a fresh perspective to both. Sharp, intelligent writing that makes for a compelling read’ Alison Belsham‘Jackson brings the tension, brutality and paranoia of Warsaw of the period into murderous life. A knife-edge thriller’ Douglas Skelton''Jackson has written an utterly compelling novel ... A remarkable piece of work, a fine piece of craftsmanship'' Scotsman

‘Immersive story, sublime storytelling... top class’ Andrea Mara, author of No One Saw a Thing What you see isn’t always what you get.Elle Littlewood can barely believe her luck when her producer tells her about the chance to get her hands on a dilapidated chateau in Aix-En-Provence, France for a rock bottom price. It seems too good to be true, but as a home interiors influencer, she knows this would make incredible content.Lately, Elle has noticed the cracks start to show. Her life is the envy of thousands, and her social media posts show a beautiful, accomplished woman. Yet this wasn’t always the case. If they knew the truth about her past, they would never look at Elle the same way again.Elle needs this house. She doesn’t care that it comes with huge strings attached. And when people get in her way, there’s nothing Elle won’t do to protect her brand. After all, she’s survived by doing things that people could never imagine – and knows she would do them again.A dark, voyeuristic and utterly captivating crime thriller that fans of People Like Her and Sun Damage will love from CWA Debut Dagger shortlisted author Amanda Cassidy.Praise for The Perfect Place ‘The perfect summer thriller’ Matthew Blake, author of Anna O‘A dark, twisty tale with a fascinating premise and unforgettable characters that grips and won''t let go’ Catherine Ryan Howard, author of The Trap‘Propulsive plotting, beautiful prose, characters with heart... and the gorgeous backdrop of the south of France. The perfect read to slip into your suitcase this summer’ Lizzy Barber, author of Out Of Her Depth‘Addictive from the very first page until the very final twist... stays in your head long after the book is over’ Joanna Dodd, author of The Summer Dare‘Complex and gripping, with Cassidy''s signature gift for character and location... The Perfect Place will keep you hooked to the twisty last page’ Sam Blake, author of Three Little Birds‘Unsettling and sinister... a perfectly paced psychological thriller that kept me guessing’ Louisa Scarr, author of Gallows Wood‘A captivating story, brilliantly told’ Crime Scene‘An enthralling read from an exciting writer’ Prima‘If you are a guilty fan of A Place in the Sun, this is the thriller for you’ Daily Mail‘Fantastic. I really enjoyed reading it’ ????? Reader review‘SO good!!!! So intense and just kept me on my toes the whole time, I loved it!’ ????? Reader review‘Amazing from start to finish. I forgot I was reading a book I just got so lost in the story’ ????? Reader review‘I enjoyed this book filled with secrets, lies, deceit and murder!’ ????? Reader review‘A perfect summer thriller. The twists are twisty! The entire book is engaging and fun to read’ ????? Reader review

Can she fix her family before the war is over?When Eileen, known to all as Sheena, is forced to move back to Kiltie Street from Devon by her landlady, she is unsure how she will start over again. With the help of friends old and new, she finds work at a garment factory. And though she catches the eye of some local men, her fiancé, Jimmy, overseas is never far from her mind.As life settles in, a surprise appears at Sheena’s door: a woman named Amy, claiming to be her cousin. Amy has strange habits and a frantic personality - but Sheena agrees to house her for the time being. However, her suspicions grow around Amy’s secretive ways, especially when Jimmy returns from war, and Amy refuses to leave the newlyweds.With war coming to a close, Amy is hiding more than Sheena imagined. With help from the rest of the Kiltie Street girls, can Sheena find a way to mend their differences, and be a family once again?A romantic and gripping World War Two Scottish saga that fans of Rosie Meddon and Rowena Summers will adore.Readers are loving The Kiltie Street Girls saga series:''This series just gets better and better...I didn''t want it to end. I''m already looking forward to reading the next book by Carol.'' ????? Reader Review‘Fantastic characters, great setting, I was hooked and devoured this book in one sitting…was sad to finish it and keep thinking about the characters.’ ????? Reader Review‘WOW. Loved this book. If you love family saga based in the war, you will love this.’ ????? Reader Review‘Brilliant book – family saga at its best. I love the characters; you feel you are part of the story.’ ????? Reader Review‘Fantastic characters, great setting, I was hooked and devoured this book in one sitting…was sad to finish it and keep thinking about the characters.’ ????? Reader Review‘A great WWII-era historical fiction saga… I truly enjoyed this one… Through this story of love, loss, uncertainty, and finding one’s place in life we also get a glimpse of history as well… Beautifully written.’ ????? Reader Review

A New York Times BestsellerA Cosmopolitan Best Nonfiction Book of 2024‘Compulsively readable: I found myself dashing through it like a novel’ The Wall Street Journal ‘Riveting’ Financial Times The New York Times bestselling story of the golden age of luxury department stores, and the trailblazing women who ran them.The twentieth century department store: a wonderland of consumption where every wish could be met under one roof. Dropping off the baby at nursery; an afternoon tea; a stroll through the latest fashions. A wedding (or funeral) could be planned. A Bengal Tiger cub could be purchased.Inside these towering price-tag palaces, anything was possible. They were beacons of modernity, and within this atmosphere of glamour and luxury, women dominated. Men may have owned the buildings, but inside women ruled.Among the rising prices and growing opulence, three women climbed to the top: Hortense Odlum, Dorothy Shaver, and Geraldine Stutz. Julie Satow draws back the curtain on these three visionaries who took great risks, forging new paths for the women who followed in their footsteps.This stylish account, rich with personal drama and trade secrets, captures the department store in all its glitz, decadence and fun, and showcases the women who made that beautifully curated world go round.‘If you liked Mad Men then you’ll love When Women Ran Fifth Avenue’ #1 New York Times bestselling author Kate Andersen Brower, author The Residence and First Women

A thrilling quest for the throne of Norway and, at long last, revenge…After years of voyaging around the world, the Wolves of Odin are going home. Far from the green crew led by an unblooded, wily lad that departed Sigtun, they return a renowned, feared war-band, led by Jarl Halfdan Loki-Born. They have come back to hunt down the last man responsible for the death of Halfdan’s father, the wicked Christian priest Hjalmvigi.But upon sailing into harbour, they see a familiar sight at the dock: their first ship, Sea Wolf. Its thief, the legendary Harald Hardrada – last seen escaping Constantinople with a hold full of treasure – can’t be far away.He isn’t. They quickly find him planning his next grand scheme: seizing the throne of Norway from its king, Magnus. And he needs the help of a renowned, feared war-band…A gripping Viking adventure packed with political intrigues and battles, perfect for fans of Giles Kristian.

‘Insightful, rigorously researched and splendidly written'' Donald L. Miller, author of Masters of the Air During World War II, Allied bombing obliterated every major German and Japanese city. Before the dropping of the atomic bombs, conventional bombing had killed approximately 400,000 Germans and 330,00 Japanese, the vast majority civilians.Two-thirds of Germans who died under the bombs did so in 1944 and 1945, and in the last year of the war cities with little military were obliterated. In Japan, American bombers destroyed all but three major Japanese cities, and the people in them, after March 1945. These raids occurred, in other words, when Allied victory was assured and when precision bombing techniques were far more advanced than they were earlier in the war.Fire and Fury asks why.Based on extensive archival sources, interviews with bombing survivors, airmen, and published first-hand accounts, the book looks at the bombing campaign from an avowedly human perspective – Allied, German and Japanese. It recreates the experience of living through the death of a city. It presents the complex personalities of the senior airmen, and explores why bombing campaigns that seem so excessive seventy-five years later seemed reasonable, to many, at the time. It explains why those campaigns became so murderous so late in the war. And it asks, with the full benefits of time’s fullness, whether it was all worth it.Perfect for fans of Max Hastings, James Holland and Antony Beevor.‘Outstanding’ Margaret MacMillan, author of Paris 1919: Six Months that Changed the World‘Clear, well-argued and grippingly told’ Keith Lowe, author of Inferno: The Fiery Destruction of Hamburg, 1943

‘The enemies-to-lovers banter is top-notch’ Camilla Isley‘Smart, sassy and sexy’ Caroline Khoury''A perfect snack of a romantic comedy'' Jodi McAlisterHe''s her work nemesis. They''re fake dating. What''s the worst that could happen?Agnes has run her family''s restaurant, The Shark Biscuit, for the last six years, ever since her father''s health took a turn and she had to step in to keep the doors open. Now she''s crippled with guilt because it''s her fault it''s closing. One more night and she''s free.After years of squaring off against the infuriating, gruff and arrogant head chef Harrison, she can’t wait to see the back of him. But when her ex-boyfriend brings his entire family in for dinner, hoping to win her back, she begs Harrison for help – pretend to be her boyfriend until her ex leaves.What she hadn’t planned for was the storm of the century trapping everyone in the restaurant. As the hours pass, Agnes realises Harrison knows her better as a fake boyfriend than her real one ever did. If only they weren’t carrying secrets that could tear each other’s worlds apart…The hilarious enemies-to-lovers romcom of the year, perfect for fans of Sarah Adams, Meghan Quinn and Beth O''Leary.Praise for One Last Night ‘This felt like an Emily Henry book. The writing was absolutely phenomenal’ ????? Reader review‘Seriously one of the best romance books I’ve read in a while!’ ????? Reader review‘I DEVOURED this in two days! Harrison and Agnes had amazing chemistry, heart and banter!’ ????? Reader review‘I can’t remember the last time I enjoyed a book quite so much’ ????? Reader review‘Wow, what a warm, cozy and loving feel-good story! I loved this book from the start and oh my, the ending made me wipe away a tear’ ????? Reader review‘Agnes and Harrison had excellent chemistry and I loved every moment’????? Reader review‘A romantic comedy that perfectly balances humor, heart, and tension. Ford brings fresh energy and genuine emotion to familiar romcom tropes’????? Reader review‘Fun, well-paced and beautifully plotted. I cackled so many times at the banter between Aggie and Harrison. One Last Night hauled me out of my reading slump’ ????? Reader review‘Enjoyed every second of this book, I read it all in one go!’ ????? Reader review‘Agnes and Harrison were fabulous leads and perfect for an enemies-to-lovers story. One Last Night would definitely make a fantastic movie’ ????? Reader review‘Forced proximity, enemies to lovers, fake-dating, etc. all in one rainy night... A really enjoyable read’ ????? Reader review‘Wow, this was a great premise… I’ve never read a book that takes place in just one night. A really fun one!’ ????? Reader review‘The perfect weekend read for anyone who wants to sit and enjoy a quick book’ ????? Reader review‘Absolutely adorable. The characters all had such depth to them… beautifully done and very well written’ ????? Reader review