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Ben's double life continues at the Royal Institute of Magic. To most, he's a talented apprentice and an exceptional spell shooter, but Ben is also a Guardian, responsible for uniting Elizabeth's Armour, the only artefact powerful enough to overthrow the evil dark elves. With two pieces of the armour secure, finding the third may be Ben's toughest challenge yet. His only clue is a magical key, a tenuous link to a legend called the Silver Dwarf. With the dark elves slowly conquering the Unseen Kingdoms, Ben races against time to gather the pieces of armour and unite the Guardians entrusted with them. If that wasn't hard enough, new challenges and old enemies await him at the Institute, and his friendship will be tested like never before. Victor Kloss’s The Silver Dwarf is the fourth book in the Royal Institute of Magic series—a thrilling adventure for young readers who love fantastical stories, spellbinding worlds, and unforgettable heroes. ___________________________________________Praise for the Royal Institute of Magic series:? a cross between Harry Potter and Percy Jackson in that the characters are always on the move at a sort of breathless pace. ? … you don't have to be a magical creature to use magic. Cool. ? Wonderful Read! Not just for kids, adults will enjoy it just as much!? … a great sense of adventure, the story line never lagged, and his characters are well defined. ? It's kind of like a steam-punk version of magic…? … original with diverse characters and enough action and mystery to entertain teens to adults. ? It is honestly one of the few books that I have enjoyed as much as Harry Potter.

A high-stakes British crime thriller where a protected witness vanishes and the detective hunting her is already being tracked. In South Manchester, duty does not take days off. Days before his wedding, DCI Rick Castle is pulled into the one case he cannot refuse—finding a missing protected witness who could finally bring down an untouchable Mancunian crime lord. The trail leads him to the desolate Scottish Highlands and explodes into violence and conspiracy, revealing a suspected leak within the police. Cut off from support, and fearful he's being watched, Rick pushes on. But the closer Rick gets to the witness, the closer his family gets to danger, turning his obsessive investigation into a fight he cannot walk away from—and a battle for survival he may not win. If the case does not break him, they will go after the one thing that will. Rule of Threes is Book 5 in the DCI Castle series. Perfect for readers who love British police procedurals, relentless detectives, and gritty, high-stakes crime thrillers. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the DCI Castle series:? Richly drawn characters… in a world of moral shades of grey. ? I felt like I was there, on the streets, in every room. ? A gripping crime novel… with complex characters and a story that keeps you hooked. ? A fresh take on the crime genre. ? Not many writers create a detective with vulnerabilities beyond the usual cop tropes.

A high-stakes Scottish legal thriller featuring a defence lawyer, a dangerous client, and a contract killer closing in. Defending the guilty is one thing. Staying alive is another. Taking on flamboyant entrepreneur Larry Kirkslap should be the biggest case of Robbie Munro’s career. Instead, it makes him a target. As Robbie prepares for a high-profile retrial, the case begins to unravel. A murdered woman, missing evidence, and a client who’s holding something back. Then comes the real problem: someone has taken out a contract on Robbie—and they’re not waiting. With his injured father underfoot, a marriage proposal hanging in the balance, and a killer closing in, Robbie is forced to dig fast and think faster. Because this time, losing the case won’t just cost him his reputation. It will cost him his life. Killer Contract is Book 4 in the Robbie Munro Legal Thriller series. Perfect for readers who love John Grisham, Scott Turow, and Michael Connelly. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Best Defence Series:? A great read with authentic legal detail and plenty of twists? Highly entertaining and ingeniously plotted legal thrillers? Witty with fascinating insight into the criminal justice system? Funny, engaging and packed with strong characters? A series that keeps you hooked and wanting more? A cracking read that’s hard to put down

A legal thriller of an unaccounted-for body, a missing woman tied to a powerful family, and a case echoing a seventeenth-century witch trial. Some questions don’t have good answers. This one has too many. When a funeral director discovers an unaccounted-for body in her basement, she turns to Robbie Munro for help making it disappear. At the same time, a wealthy corporate raider wants Robbie to find his missing stepdaughter. It doesn’t take long for Robbie to realise they may be asking about the same person. As the case unfolds, unsettling links emerge between the present day and a centuries-old witch trial. The parallels are hard to ignore. The timing is worse. With his father’s new girlfriend complicating matters and the facts refusing to line up, Robbie is left trying to piece together something that shouldn’t fit. Because this time, it’s not just the case that’s strange. It’s how far back it reaches. How Come? is Book 13 in the Robbie Munro Legal Thriller series. Perfect for readers who love John Grisham, Scott Turow, and Michael Connelly. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Best Defence Series: ? A masterclass in setup, payoff, and surprise? Warm, witty, and full of personality? Fast-paced, gripping, and hugely entertaining? A fresh, authentic take on crime with a truly human hero? Rich in atmosphere with a strong sense of place? Twists that surprise without ever feeling forced

A Scottish legal thriller of revenge killing, gangland violence, and a defence lawyer forced to represent a client who won’t stop admitting his guilt. How can you defend someone you know is guilt? hen a minister is charged with murdering the gangster who killed his wife, Robbie Munro is hired to defend him. There’s just one problem. His client isn’t denying it. He’s admitting it. As the case unfolds, accompanied with a series of gangland killings, Robbie and his family face the fallout. Threats escalate. His home is no longer safe. And the more he uncovers, the harder it becomes to separate justice from revenge. Because just because his client is guilty, doesn’t mean he’s in the wrong. And judging what’s law and what’s justice, might put Robbie in the firing lineJudge Not is Book 15 in the Robbie Munro Legal Thriller series. Perfect for readers who love John Grisham, Scott Turow, and Michael Connelly. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Best Defence Series: ? Multiple storylines handled with skill and confidence? A likeable hero with warmth, humour, and edge? One more chapter quickly turns into five? Packed with twists, turns, and a satisfying ending? A unique perspective on crime from the defence side? Funny, sharp, and consistently entertaining

A dark Scottish legal thriller featuring a defence lawyer caught between violent crime, political power, and a case that refuses to stay contained. If there were no bad people, there’d be no good lawyers. A missing baby. A doctor facing ruin. A drug dealer accused of murder. Defence lawyer Robbie Munro is dragged into all three and quickly realises that everything is not quite what it seems. As Robbie pushes for answers, evidence vanishes, stories shift, and cases that should have nothing in common start to overlap. Soon he is drawn into a net of deceit that reaches far beyond the courtroom. And as it tightens, it’s clear events are being steered from the shadows.  With his ex-cop father causing chaos, an old flame back in his life, and pressure mounting from every direction, Robbie is forced to make a call: protect himself or keep digging. Because this time, the truth isn’t just hard to prove—it’s dangerous to uncover. Sharp Practice is Book 3 in the Robbie Munro Legal Thriller series. Perfect for readers who love John Grisham, Scott Turow, and Michael Connelly. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Best Defence Series: ? Like catching up with old friends you don’t want to leave? A series that pulls you in and keeps you coming back? Full of surprises just when you think you’ve figured it out? A delight to read with characters that feel like family? Funny, gripping and brilliantly woven together? A breath of fresh air in legal crime fiction

A Scottish legal thriller featuring a defence lawyer, a notorious child murder case, and a father who may have got it wrong. This case hits far too close to home. Newly married and finally happy, Robbie Munro is determined to keep his head down. Then an old case resurfaces. A convicted child killer is about to walk free after claims the evidence was fabricated. Worse, the conviction rests on the past actions of Robbie’s father. If the case collapses, a killer walks. If Robbie digs deeper, he risks destroying the man who raised him. With time running out and pressure mounting, Robbie must uncover what really happened. Because this time, justice comes at a personal cost. And there may be no way to win. Stitch Up is Book 9 in the Robbie Munro Legal Thriller series. Perfect for readers who love John Grisham, Scott Turow, and Michael Connelly. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Best Defence Series: ? Entertaining, fast-paced, and brilliantly plotted? Easy to read, hard to stop? Keeps you hooked from start to finish? Another superb read in a top-class series? Addictive, entertaining, and full of charm? Thoroughly enjoyable from beginning to end

A fast-paced Scottish legal thriller featuring a defence lawyer, a missing masterpiece, and two cases that refuse to play fair. Sometimes when the odds are stacked, they just need a little shove. Robbie Munro has problems. A long-time client is dead, a priceless painting has vanished, and the people who want it back are not known for their patience. At the same time, a world-famous snooker champion is in court facing match-fixing charges, with the evidence looking painfully convincing. Both cases promise serious money if Robbie delivers. He just has to win a trial that has no defence and recover a painting he doesn’t legally own. With a second baby on the way and pressure building from every direction, Robbie starts cutting corners, making deals, and asking fewer questions than he should. Because this time, playing it straight might not pay. And losing is no longer an option. Fixed Odds is Book 10 in the Robbie Munro Legal Thriller series. Perfect for readers who love John Grisham, Scott Turow, and Michael Connelly. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Best Defence Series: ? Ingeniously plotted, witty, and full of insight into the justice system ? Brilliant characters and twists you never see coming ? A fresh, authentic take on crime with a truly human hero ? Packed with twists, turns, and a satisfying ending ? Funny, fast-paced, and impossible to put down ? A gripping series with humour, heart, and unforgettable characters

A tense Scottish legal thriller featuring a struggling defence lawyer, a mysterious package, and a decision that could change everything. Some jobs are not worth taking. This one might cost him everything. Robbie Munro is back where he started. Living with his father. Raising the daughter he never knew he had. Watching his legal career slip through his fingers. So, when a dubious client offers easy money to store a sealed box, Robbie says yes. No questions. No complications. Just hold onto it. Until he discovers what’s inside. What looked like a simple favour drags him into something far more dangerous than any case he’s handled before. And this time, there’s no courtroom to hide behind. Because protecting the box means protecting the truth. And someone will do anything to make sure it never sees daylight. Present Tense is Book 7 in the Robbie Munro Legal Thriller series. Perfect for readers who love John Grisham, Scott Turow, and Michael Connelly. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Best Defence Series: ? A gripping series with humour, heart, and unforgettable characters? Ingeniously plotted, witty, and full of insight into the justice system? Another great read from an author at the top of his game? Rich characters, sharp humour, and impossible to put down? A likeable hero, dark humour, and a real page-turning plot? Fast-moving, funny, and hugely entertaining

A gripping Scottish legal thriller featuring a defence lawyer, a brutal double murder, and a fight to prove he can be a father. The trial of his life is not in court. Robbie Munro has one month to prove he can give his young daughter a stable home. Then a double murder lands on his doorstep. When his landlord is linked to the killings, Robbie is dragged into a case he can’t ignore. Taking the defence might secure his future. Walking away could cost him everything that matters. As the investigation deepens, the truth twists through lies, money, and people willing to do whatever it takes to protect themselves. Every step Robbie takes pulls him further from the life he’s trying to build. And this time, the stakes aren’t just a verdict. They’re his daughter. Last Will is Book 6 in the Robbie Munro Legal Thriller series. Perfect for readers who love John Grisham, Scott Turow, and Michael Connelly. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Best Defence Series: ? Enjoyable, character-driven and full of charm? Believable, funny, and impossible to stop reading? Entertaining, unpredictable, and laugh-out-loud funny? A five-star story with vivid characters and sharp humour? Packed with twists, turns, and a satisfying ending? Legally accurate, amusing, and expertly plotted

A fast-paced Scottish legal thriller featuring a defence lawyer, a missing conman, and a case where helping a client could get someone killed. Good news is hard to come by. Bad news is never far behind. When Robbie Munro’s client wins the lottery, she has one final wish: find her estranged husband and bring him home. There’s just one problem. Freddy isn’t missing. He’s hiding. A career conman on the run after swindling a dangerous man, Freddy has made a powerful enemy who isn’t in a forgiving mood. Bringing him back to Scotland means delivering him straight into the wrong hands. As Robbie tracks Freddy across Europe, a simple request turns into a dangerous balancing act between loyalty, justice, and survival. Because sometimes doing the right thing comes at a cost. And this time, Robbie might not be the one who pays it. Good News Bad News is Book 8 in the Robbie Munro Legal Thriller series. Perfect for readers who love John Grisham, Scott Turow, and Michael Connelly. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Best Defence Series: ? Brilliant characters and twists you never see coming? A fresh, authentic take on crime with a truly human hero? Entertaining, funny, and full of life on and off the page? A vivid, believable slice of contemporary Scottish life? Cleverly woven plots that come together beautifully? Engaging, character-driven and consistently entertaining

A Scottish legal thriller of a murder trial, political corruption, cryptocurrency crime, and a defence strategy that looks too neat to trust. No defence? No problem. Robbie Munro has problems. A local thug is on trial for murder. A disgraced Government Minister turns up dead. Somewhere in the middle of it all sits a missing stash of cryptocurrency that’s suddenly very important to the wrong people. With his wife away on business, Robbie’s holding the fort at home, running the firm, and trying to keep everything from slipping through his fingers. Then his new recruit offers a solution. A clean, clever defence that ties everything together. Robbie doesn’t believe in neat answers. Not when the evidence is messy, the stakes are rising, and too many people are standing to gain. Because if this strategy works, it changes everything. And if it doesn’t, it won’t just be the case that collapses. No Problem is Book 14 in the Robbie Munro Legal Thriller series. Perfect for readers who love John Grisham, Scott Turow, and Michael Connelly. __________________________________________________________________Praise for the Best Defence Series: ? A cleverly constructed and deeply satisfying plot? Brilliantly observed relationships with real emotional depth? Addictive reading from start to finish? A gripping series with humour, heart, and unforgettable characters? Insightful, entertaining, and rooted in reality? Keeps you reading far later than planned

A new life, an old secret, and one unforgettable Italian summer. Falling for him wasn't part of the itinerary. For Indie Summer, fleeing to Lake Como after walking away from her manipulative boyfriend feels like salvation. With everything she owns crammed into a single suitcase, she heads to Italy to work a season at a luxurious villa with her twin sister, clinging to the hope that the picturesque lakeside escape might also bring her closer to their elusive father. What she didn’t expect was that her curiosity about a reclusive actor’s villa would land her in hot water with his brooding bodyguard, Marco Rossi. Tall, dark and handsome, Marco is everything Indie should avoid, but she can't seem to stay away. As sun-soaked days stretch into glittering nights, Indie navigates demanding guests, long-buried family secrets, and more than a few glasses of Pinot Grigio. But the biggest challenge of all might be learning to trust again, especially with a man who guards not only a celebrity, but his own heart. Escape to the sublime in this heart-warming, slow-burn romance set against the dreamy backdrop of Italy’s most iconic vista. 'A dreamy story of second chances to pop in your beach bag' Woman & Home‘Captivating, romantic and gorgeously evocative’ ISABELLE BROOM‘Escapist and immersive, a joy to read’ KILEY DUNBAR‘Heart-warming and feel-good’ CRESSIDA McLAUGHLIN

A dark Scottish island crime thriller featuring a compelling and brilliant female detective, a brutal murder, and a close-knit community where everyone has something to hide. Home is where the lies are buried. On the remote Hebridean island of South Uist, its rugged tranquillity is shattered by a brutal murder on a deserted beach. In desperate need of local knowledge, Uist-born Detective Constable Mairead Maclean is sent to investigate. Long estranged from the island, she is forced back to the place she once called home and to a past she would rather forget. But as Mairead rekindles old friendships and hostilities, she uncovers a network of deception and scandal that could shatter the close-knit community. They have been harbouring more than just long-buried secrets. Someone is watching Mairead’s every move. They have already killed to keep the past buried, and they’re ready to do it again. The Long Isle is the gripping first novel in a haunting new Scottish crime series, perfect for readers of Peter May and Ann Cleeves, and lovers of atmospheric police procedurals and dark island noir. "Oozing with atmosphere... A proper Tartan Noir." The Scotsman"Raymond's series could come to rival Ann Cleeves' Jimmy Perez - the first is that good" Geoffrey Wansell, Daily Mail"A brilliant read, full of atmosphere" Belfast Telegraph"Pacey and gripping" Anne Marie Scanlon, Sunday Irish Independent ___________________________________________________________________ Praise for Andrew Raymond ? One of Scotland’s best tartan noir authors ? For fans of Ian Rankin’s Rebus and JD Kirk-style Scottish crime… ? A cracking twist ? A nice surprise to find a new author whose writing is so interesting ? Raymond crafts a hypnotic story with many twists and turns

A secret liaison. A baffling murder. Can one woman solve the crime without joining the body coun? orthern England, 1953. Pauline Riddell has grand ambitions for her future at the armament factory. So, when her closest workmate reveals a salacious affair with a married man, Pauline refuses to risk her career by listening to the scandal. But she’s shaken to her core when the police arrive with news of her best friend’s homicide. Desperate for justice, Pauline’s insistent poking into the investigation only makes her the prime suspect. And now, to clear her name, she must unravel a web of deadly clues entangling her in a sinister plot. Can Pauline catch the killer before they strike agai? n The Beginning, There Was a Murder is a riveting mystery novel. If you like whip-smart heroines, intriguing twists and turns, and nail-biting danger, then you’ll love P.C. James’s sensational story. Buy In The Beginning, There Was a Murder to crack the case today!_____________________________________________Praise For The Miss Riddell Cozy Mysteries:? Pauline Riddell is sharp. She is curious, maybe a bit nosey, but she gets the job done. ? … an easy read, perfect for a winter night in front of the roaring fireplace with a cup of hot cocoa cuddled up with a few friendly blankets. ? These books are simply a pleasant way to while away a few hours, literary staycations essentially. ? Good plot, great pacing, interesting characters. ? A cozy mystery in the classic definition, much like curling up with an Agatha Christie. ? The author will keep you guessing who did it and why.

Ginger is back, and her mouth is as unfiltered as ever...Ginger Perry, Harper''s star witness in her previous murder trial, left Kansas City for the greener pastures of the Los Angeles adult film scene. As soon as she gets out to the West Coast, however, she catches a case. A big case. A murder case.The victim is a powerful studio head. Ginger insists she was framed. Harper''s not so sure. She wants to give Ginger the benefit of the doubt, but Ginger''s always been a little shady. Nevertheless, she agrees to take the case. After all, she hasn''t had a vacation in years, and a trip to Los Angeles is as much of a vacation as she''s ever going to get - even if it''s not really a vacation, but another murder case. Harper knows that she needs another murder case like she needs a hole in the head, but she just can''t resist a lost cause.And Ginger''s case seems to be as lost of a cause as you can get.With the twists, turns and lightning-fast pace you''ve come to expect from a Harper Ross Legal Thriller, L.A. Defense is not to be missed!Jackson County Legal ThrillersBad Faith (Harper Ross)Justice Denied (Harper Ross)Hidden Defendant (Harper Ross)Injustice for All (Harper Ross)L.A. Defense (Harper Ross)The Associate (Damien Harrington)The Alibi (Damien Harrington)Reasonable Doubt (Damien Harrington)The Hate Crime (Damien Harrington)The Accused (Harper Ross)Secrets and Lies (Damien Harrington)Until Proven Guilty (Damien Harrington) Emerson Justice Legal ThrillersDark Justice Southern California Legal ThrillersPresumption of GuiltTrial by Jury