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The must-read ice hockey romance from the bestselling author, perfect for fans of Icebreaker, Right Move, Collide and Pucking Around They thought they'd forgotten their past, but will it come back to destroy them? ----- Aiden Slate may be the captain of the Redville Saints and NHL's hottest hockey hero, but he has a tarnished past that he's still running from. Desperate to get one area of his life under control, he seeks the help of a stranger. One night with Cassidy was supposed to be enough to turn things around and get his head back in the game. Instead, Cassidy made herself an integral part of his routine, helping him to control his compulsive nature. She's gotten under his skin, and he doesn't want to let her go. Unfortunately for Aiden, his past has caught up with him. He learns this the hard way when the truth about Cassidy is revealed. She isn't some random woman, but the girl he left behind when he was trying to escape his life. The girl who was always there for him. The one that made it possible for him to get away. Can they have a chance at love, or will the past and Cassidy's lies be enough to tear them apart again? Tropes - Ice hockey romance - Forced proximity - Shared Past - Second chance Readers are loving Sweet Collide 'That was so dang good. It was more emotional than I expected, but also funny and so sweet. The tension you feel as a reader just waiting for her secrets to spill was unbelievable' 5 ***** Reader Review 'A beautifully written story' 5 ***** Reader Review 'These two broken cuties, they just melt my heart' 5 ***** Reader Review ' This was WAY more than a hockey romance ! It was just a component of the story. The character growth, the acceptance, the family trauma, the full circle that occurs' 5 ***** Reader Review 'The drama was addicting !' 5 ***** Reader Review

THE LOVE STORY THAT WILL KEEP YOU AWAKE AT NIGHT 'A beautiful love story. I devoured it' JOJO MOYES 'Gave me One Day vibes' LIBBY PAGE 'Basically impossible to put down' BOBBY PALMER 'Deeply romantic' LAURA BARNETT ' Beautiful and very clever' FEARNE COTTON 'A perfect thing . . . I implore you to read it' CHRIS WHITAKER 'Stunning, tender and true' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING SUMMER READING 'Everyone should read this book ' SHEERLUXE INCLUDED IN THE INDEPENDENT'S 'BEST ROMANTIC SUMMER READS' ---- Will and Rosie meet as teenagers. They're opposites in every way . She overthinks everything; he is her twin brother's wild and unpredictable friend. But over secret walks home and late-night phone calls, they become closer - destined to be one another's great love story. Until, one day, tragedy strikes, and their future together is shattered. But as the years roll on, Will and Rosie can't help but find their way back to each other. Time and again, they come close to rekindling what might have been. What do you do when the one person you should forget is the one you just can't let go? ---- 'Basically impossible to put down' BOBBY PALMER 'Deeply romantic' LAURA BARNETT 'A passionate, page-turning debut' DAILY MAIL Readers love Talking at Night: 'This was giving me One Day vibes' ***** Reader Review 'This book changed my way of thinking about life; that's how good it was, how real it felt. It made me sit down, think about my own life for a second' ***** Reader Review 'The writing is so spare and achingly beautiful and reminded me a lot of Normal People by Sally Rooney'***** Reader Review 'Everything I wanted and more. THE YEARNING.. stunning' ***** Reader Review 'Made me believe in soulmates!' ***** Reader Review 'A wonderfully captivating, character-driven novel' ***** Reader Review 'You know how some books have you giggling and kicking your feet? this one has you fighting the urge to punch holes in the walls while screaming, thrashing, and gnawing at the bars of this story's enclosure' ***** Reader Review

The must-read ice hockey romance from the bestselling author, perfect for fans of Icebreaker, Right Move, Collide and Pucking Around They thought they'd forgotten their past, but will it come back to destroy them? ----- Aiden Slate may be the captain of the Redville Saints and NHL's hottest hockey hero, but he has a tarnished past that he's still running from. Desperate to get one area of his life under control, he seeks the help of a stranger. One night with Cassidy was supposed to be enough to turn things around and get his head back in the game. Instead, Cassidy made herself an integral part of his routine, helping him to control his compulsive nature. She's gotten under his skin, and he doesn't want to let her go. Unfortunately for Aiden, his past has caught up with him. He learns this the hard way when the truth about Cassidy is revealed. She isn't some random woman, but the girl he left behind when he was trying to escape his life. The girl who was always there for him. The one that made it possible for him to get away. Can they have a chance at love, or will the past and Cassidy's lies be enough to tear them apart again? Tropes - Ice hockey romance - Forced proximity - Shared Past - Second chance Readers are loving Sweet Collide 'That was so dang good. It was more emotional than I expected, but also funny and so sweet. The tension you feel as a reader just waiting for her secrets to spill was unbelievable' 5 ***** Reader Review 'A beautifully written story' 5 ***** Reader Review 'These two broken cuties, they just melt my heart' 5 ***** Reader Review ' This was WAY more than a hockey romance ! It was just a component of the story. The character growth, the acceptance, the family trauma, the full circle that occurs' 5 ***** Reader Review 'The drama was addicting !' 5 ***** Reader Review

THE DARK ROMANTASY TIKTOK SENSATION AND SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER THAT'S SOLD OVER A MILLION COPIES **PERFECT FOR FANS OF SARAH J. MAAS AND JENNIFER L. ARMENTROUT** 'Read this series NOW! I felt like I was in the story watching and holding my breath the entire time' 5***** Reader Review 'I literally devoured this book in one sitting' 5***** Reader Review _______ 'It's the arrogance of men to think so little of women. And it'll be their downfall too' Locked away in a castle on the snowy mountains in the Sixth Kingdom of Orea, I have never known freedom. No one can get in or out. Apart from him. King Midas, who rescued me from the streets. Who gave me food, shelter, and his heart. Who I promised to love forever. But when political upheaval sees me sent across kingdoms to a future I no longer understand, everything I thought I knew about King Midas is shattered . . . The world has only ever heard his story. Now it's time to hear mine. Tropes/themes: 1. Dark and angsty 2. Dark King Midas retelling 3. Politics and scheming 4. World-building 5. Spicy _______ 'A spectacularly written, engaging, imaginative retelling of the ancient myth of King Midas' 5***** Reader Review 'Sexy and touching all at the same time . . . and that plot twist, OMG' 5***** Reader Review **Content warning: sexual violence** Gild, Glint and Gleam, Sunday Times bestsellers, April 2023

Tinsley Lowry is my obsession. Tinsley Lowry could be my downfall. 'I honestly can't express how good this book was and you just really need to read it' 5 ***** Reader Review -- I've known Tinsley since we were children, two souls tangled in a bond that defied explanation. Her name echoes in my mind like a song. The world sees me as a rockstar, but it's her who sees the parts of me I've kept hidden from everyone else. When Tinsley joins me on my tour, and we travel from city to city, a nagging feeling grows that someone is lurking in the shadows, watching her, waiting for her. The protectiveness I've always felt for her is driving me to insanity. With each day that passes, it becomes clearer that I want more. My need for her has erupted into a raging inferno. I'm not seeking redemption; I'm embracing the darkness that defines me in an effort to keep her safe. Can my obsession protect her against what I can feel coming, or will it become what devours us both? Tropes: Childhood Friends to Lovers Rockstar Romance Protective Hero Obsession Danger and Suspense Dark Past/Inner Demons Readers have fallen for His Greatest Muse 'This book was my own personal heaven' 5 ***** Reader Review 'I've had a few books that I've said are my favourite but this book has topped them all' 5 ***** Reader Review 'This book is everything I knew it would be and more! I wish I could give more than 5 stars' 5 ***** Reader Review 'You won't be able to put it down once you start!' 5 ***** Reader Review

The funny, touching and unpredictable No. 1 New York Times bestseller, now a major Netflix TV series. From the author of MY FRIENDS, the Sunday Times Bestseller and Goodreads Choice Awards Fiction 2025 winner! 'A brilliant and comforting read' MATT HAIG 'Funny, compassionate and wise. An absolute joy' A.J. PEARCE 'A surefooted insight into the absurdity, beauty and ache of life' GUARDIAN 'I laughed, I sobbed, I recommended it to literally everyone I know' BUZZFEED 'Captures the messy essence of being human' WASHINGTON POST From the 18 million copy internationally bestselling author of A Man Called Ove _______ It's New Year's Eve and House Tricks estate agents are hosting an open viewing in an up-market apartment when an incompetent bank robber rushes in and politely takes everyone hostage. For Anna-Lena and Roger, busy buying-up apartments to fill the hole in their marriage, it's something else to talk about. For Julia and Ro, panicky parents-to-be, it's yet another worry. Lonely bank manager Zara only came here for the view. While 87-year-old grandmother Estelle seems rather pleased by the company . . . As the police gather outside, the anxious strangers huddled within try to make the best of a very sticky situation - but could it be that they have a whole lot more in common than meets the eye? _______ Readers are loving Anxious People! 'Backman never disappoints . . . heartwarming and multi layered' 5***** READER REVIEW 'As always Backman manages to delight . . . a really satisfying ending that makes you feel better about the world' 5***** READER REVIEW 'A wonderfully unusual tale, told with flair and finesse that is so wonderful it is sure to cure everything that ails you. Don't miss out on this beautiful book' 5***** READER REVIEW 'This novel is about humanity at its most raw and at its most wonderful and I LOVED it!' 5***** READER REVIEW

To survive the arena, she must trust her enemies... The Sunday Times bestselling romantasy of trials, vampires and slow-burn desire - perfect for fans of Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent 'I'm calling it right now, We Who Will Die will become the next big romantasy obsession' 5 Reader Review -- Life in the perilous Thorn district is a constant battle for Arvelle and her younger brothers. Faced with an unthinkable choice , Arvelle makes a magically binding vow to do the impossible: kill the emperor , an ancient vampire created by the god Umbros . But first, she must enter the Sundering - an arena where only the fastest, strongest, and deadliest survive long enough to be selected for the emperor's elite guard . As stakes rise and secrets emerge , she quickly draws the ire of the Primus , the powerful figure charged with protecting the emperor - while also finding herself depending on the enemy to hone her power... the emperor's vampiric son . To survive the arena and complete her mission, Arvelle must uncover a deadly conspiracy that will change everything she thought she knew about herself - and the two vampires who are deeply entwined with her destiny. Tropes/Themes: Enemies to lovers Forbidden love Forced Proximity Magic Tournament Slow Burn Love triangle - Readers are OBSESSED with We Who Will Die 'INCREDIBLE. One of my favorite reads of the year!' 5 Reader Review 'I absolutely ate this up' 5 Reader Review 'OH MY GOSHHHH THAT WAS AMAZING I AM IN LOVE' 5 Reader Review 'Gladiators. Vampires. Political games. A love triangle that is actually impossible to choose sides on. I mean... HELLO??' 5 Reader Review

All the neighbours have secrets. But how far will they go to keep them?'Andrea Mara's best book yet. Absolutely outstanding!' Claire Douglas'I was hooked from first page to last.' Liz Nugent'Andrea Mara is a star.' Lee ChildGet ready for your new obsession - the unputdownable new thriller from the No.1 bestseller. Have you ever sent a message to the wrong person?You text your sister. Your message is full of gossip about your neighbour. But you accidentally send it to the entire local community WhatsApp group instead. Now everyone knows what you did. As rumour spreads like wildfire through the picture-perfect neighbourhood, you convince yourself that people will move on, that this will quickly be forgotten. But then you receive the first death threat. And someone wants you dead. The next day, a woman has been murdered. And what's even more chilling is that she had the same address as you - 26 Oakpark - but in a different part of town. Did the killer get the wrong house? It won't be long before you find out...*** Readers love It Should Have Been You! ***'OMG what a book! I love Andrea Mara books but this one is the best I've read!' FIVE-STAR Reader Review'Tense, gripping, everything you expect from Andrea. Loved it!' FIVE-STAR Reader Review'The queen of the hook and twist so be prepared....and enjoy!' FIVE-STAR Reader Review'Absolutely amazing! I loved, loved, loved every second!' FIVE-STAR Reader Review'Wow! This book is superb!! I...inhaled it in record time!!' FIVE-STAR Reader Review'The twists and turns in this story are unreal...buckle up and enjoy the ride!!!!' FIVE-STAR Reader Review'This was an absolutely phenomenal read.' FIVE-STAR Reader Review'Another 5 star book from Andrea Mara! I couldn't turn the pages quick enough!' FIVE-STAR Reader Review'So many twists and turns and shocks, it was brilliant!' FIVE-STAR Reader Review'I'm officially an Andrea Mara fan and addict. For any suspense thriller fan this needs to be on your tbr.' FIVE-STAR Reader Review

'Heart-breaking and full of hope' WOMAN & HOME 'Wonderful, compassionate, unpredictable' GRAEME SIMSION, author of THE ROSIE PROJECT 'I genuinely couldn't recommend Saturdays At Noon enough' 5***** READER REVIEW ________ EMILY JUST WANTS TO KEEP THE WORLD AWAY. After getting into trouble yet again, she's agreed to attend anger management classes. But she refuses to share her deepest secrets with a room full of strangers. JAKE JUST WANTS TO KEEP HIS FAMILY TOGETHER. He'll do anything to save his marriage and bond with his six-year-old son, Alfie. But when he's paired with spiky Emily, he wonders whether opening up will do more harm than good. The two of them couldn't be more different. Yet when Alfie, who never likes strangers, meets Emily, something extraordinary happens. COULD ONE SMALL BOY CHANGE EVERYTHING? _________ 'Totally loveable and completely unforgettable' CLAIRE POOLEY 'I loved this book' KATIE FFORDE Readers LOVE Saturdays at Noon . . . 'Such a special book . . . the characters jump off the page and pull you immediately into their world' 5***** Reader Review 'This book was FANTASTIC. When I wasn't reading it I couldn't stop thinking about it' 5***** Reader Review 'Outstanding. I have goosebumps typing this review . . . The story telling is the best I have read in a long time' 5***** Reader Review Longlisted for the Guardian's 'Not The Booker' prize!

YOU BROKE HIS HEART. CAN HE SAVE YOUR LIFE? 'Propulsive, pacy, hugely immersive - a brilliantly told story' ANDREA MARA 'If you love twisty, intelligent thrillers with a dark academia edge, this one's a must-read' 5***** reader review *********** Anna Sousa was the love of Reid's life - and his greatest heartbreak. He's done his best to get her out of his head. Until now. Because Anna is missing. An undercover journalist, Anna vanished in circumstances too dangerous to ignore. Last seen in Cambridge, she was investigating the suspicious death of a student tied to the university's elite. And the last email she sent after months of silence... was to Reid. Reid must race to find the woman he swore to forget. The clock is ticking - and somewhere in Cambridge, a killer has already struck twice, and they might not be finished yet... ***** 'I totally recommend this twisty, unpredictable thriller' Claire Douglas 'A whip-smart, twisty thriller' Laura Marshall 'This pays off magnificently' The Times 'A brilliant psychological thriller' Jo Callaghan Why readers are loving DEAD TO ME 'Gripping, suspenseful and twisty' 5***** reader reviews 'An absolute page turner with divisive, intriguing characters and a compelling mystery' 5***** reader review 'A clever puzzle that delivered a great surprise...it really ticks all the boxes' 5***** reader review

The classic novel--and hit Broadway show--about escaped convict Jean Valjean has been adapted with easy-to-read text, large type, and short chapters.  This engaging adaptation of the timeless tale is ideal for reluctant readers and kids not yet ready to tackle the original.

Discover the classic mystery from Dick Francis, one of the greatest thriller writers of all time 'Well-crafted and unputdownable. An excellent read' 5***** Reader Review 'Superbly paced and plotted. One of Francis's best' 5***** Reader Review 'A well written and totally engrossing read' 5***** Reader Review ______ Malcolm Pembroke didn't get rich without making a few enemies - not least among the five wives and nine children left like wreckage in his wake. But when Moira, his fifth wife, is murdered, Malcolm believes that someone is out to get him. Desperate and fearful, there's only one person he can turn to: his estranged son, Ian. Ian - an amateur jockey - wants nothing to do with his father until it becomes clear the old man's life is in danger. And worst of all, the evidence suggests it's from someone the family . . . Can Ian work out who it is before they strike again? Packed with intrigue and hair-raising suspense, Hot Money is just one of the many blockbuster thrillers from legendary crime writer Dick Francis. Praise for Dick Francis: 'As a jockey, Dick Francis was unbeatable when he got into his stride. The same is true of his crime writing' Daily Mirror 'The narrative is brisk and gripping and the background researched with care . . . the entire story is a pleasure to relish' Scotsman 'Dick Francis's fiction has a secret ingredient - his inimitable knack of grabbing the reader's attention on page one and holding it tight until the very end' Sunday Telegraph 'A regular winner . . . as smooth, swift and lean as ever' Sunday Express 'The master of suspense and intrigue' Country Life 'Francis writing at his best' Evening Standard 'Still the master' Racing Post

Friends-only is an impossible rule to follow in this forbidden-love, ice-hockey romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Lauren Blakely. -- A forbidden romance with my brother's hockey teammate wasn't on my to-do list when I moved across the country... Neither was getting locked out of a friend's place wearing next to nothing. Or spending the night with the sexy stranger who rescues me. In the morning, I learn the filthy-mouthed man with the talented hands is not only the hotshot new hockey player on my brother's team: he's also - wait for it - my brand new roommate . A Friends-only rule seems like a good idea, but it turns out to be far from easy. Wes is flirty, generous and looks at me like I'm the only one. How can I avoid falling for my brother's teammate when he comes to my door and tells me exactly how he'd like to break our rules? Every single one. Tropes: ice hockey romance roommates-to-lovers forbidden love brother's teammate lovers-to-friends-to-lovers one night stand -- Readers LOVE The Boyfriend Goal: 'This book had me completely hooked from the first chapter, I devoured it, I couldn't stop reading until I finished it' ***** Reader Review 'This book had me genuinely laughing out loud and swooning throughout the whole book. . . Lauren really knows how to write the PERFECT romance books' ***** Reader Review 'I loved, loved, loved it and already want to read it again' ***** Reader Review 'This was absolutely a five star read... I couldn't put it down it was such a heart warming story and the characters were so well written, I'm already looking forward to reading the next book in this series' ***** Reader Review

'Fast-paced and will have you hooked. You're in for a killer summer.' Metro WE WERE LIARS meets GOSSIP GIRL - this YA thriller with a splash of dark academia is full of secrets, lies, privileged teens and beach parties. The perfect summer read. A body in the pool. A friend who might be an enemy. A vacation they'll never forget . . . Linden has always felt like an outsider and spending the summer at his best friend's vacation house, surrounded by money and privilege is doing nothing to lessen his imposter syndrome. But he soon has bigger concerns than fitting in - there's a body in the pool and everyone's a suspect - including him. Readers LOVE Liar's Beach: An addictive addition to the thriller genre If you're looking for a quick, engrossing YA thriller, look no further than Liar's Beach. Fingers crossed for more! A wonderful and beautifully written YA book, in the modern One of Us Is Lying vein. I really loved this book An entertaining read throughout and a fun one to fly through in one sitting

»Niemand wird den Geschmack der süßen Pfirsiche aus Colorado je wieder vergessen, der diesen beeindruckenden Debütroman gelesen hat.« Denis Scheck, Tagesspiegel Am Fuße der Berge Colorados strömt der Gunnison River an einer alten Pfirsichfarm vorbei. Hier lebt in den 1940ern die 17-jährige Victoria mit ihrem Vater und ihrem Bruder in rauer Abgeschiedenheit. Doch der Tag, an dem sie dem freiheitsliebenden Wil begegnet, verändert alles. Bald ist Victoria gezwungen, das Leben, das sie kennt, aufzugeben und in die Wildnis zu fliehen. Dort muss sie ums Überleben kämpfen – um ihr eigenes und um das ihres ungeborenen Kindes. Als sie endlich die Kraft findet, neu anzufangen, droht der Fluss, alles zu zerstören, was ihrer Familie seit Generationen ein Zuhause war. Ein bewegender Roman über unsere Verbindung zur Natur, über Familie und die Stärke einer Frau, die Unglaubliches erlebt und doch niemals den Mut verliert. »Shelley Reads Heldin ist toll, die Naturszenen großartig, aber, Achtung: Ich hab mehr als ein Taschentuch gebraucht bis zum bewegenden Ende!« EMOTION »Es sind die plastischen Beschreibungen der Natur, die Reads Roman herausheben. Sie erzählt eine eindringliche Geschichte über weibliche Widerstandskraft, Heimat und Colorado-Pfirsiche.« ZDF-Morgenmagazin »Manche Bücher muss man einfach im Freien lesen, während die Bäume rauschen und die Vögel zwitschern. Dieses Debüt gehört dazu [...].« Freundin, Ulrike Schädlich »Shelley Read packt jede Menge große Themen in ihren Roman: Die Kraft der Liebe, weibliche Widerstandskraft, die Brutalität von Rassismus, den Mut zum Neuanfang und die magische Verbindung zur Natur.« Long Story Short, Günter Keil

To reduce risk of pandemics for ourselves, our gaze needs to turn to the health of animals. Discover Jonathan Safran Foer's eye-opening and life-changing account of the meat we eat. 'Should be compulsory reading. A genuine masterwork. Read this book. It will change you' Time Out Eating Animals is the most original and urgent book on the subject of food written this century. It will change the way you think, and change the way you eat. For good. Whether you're flirting with veganuary, trying to cut back on animal consumption, or a lifelong meat-eater, you need to read this book. From the bestselling author of the essential book on animal agriculture and climate crisis: We are the Weather. 'Shocking, incandescent, brilliant' The Times 'Everyone who eats flesh should read this book' Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall 'Universally compelling. Jonathan Safran Foer's book changed me' Natalie Portman 'Gripping [and] original. A brilliant synthesis of argument, science and storytelling. One of the finest books ever written on the subject of eating animals' Times Literary Supplement 'If you eat meat and fish, you should read this book. Even if you don't, you should. It might bring the beginning of a change of heart about all living things' Joanna Lumley

They were never meant to last. That's why they can't let go... 'Addictive' 5 Reader Review 'AHHHHH THAT PLOT TWIST PREPARE YOURSELVES' 5 Reader Review 'HANDS DOWN ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS' 5 Reader Review -- Has this prince lost his crown? Reed Royal has it all. The girls at his elite prep school line up to date him, the guys want to be him, but Reed never gave a damn about anyone until Ella Harper walked into his life. What began as burning resentment turned into something else entirely. Keep Ella close. Keep Ella safe. But when one mistake drives her out of Reed's arms and brings chaos to the Royal household, Reed's entire world begins to fall apart around him. Ella doesn't want him anymore. She says they'll only destroy each other. She might be right. Secrets. Betrayal. Enemies. If Reed is going to win back his princess, he'll need to prove himself Royally worthy.

Everyone at Ravenswood has something to hide... including the dead. Dark academia meets horror in this mysterious fantasy series. Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo's NINTH HOUSE and Netflix's WEDNESDAY. -- Hell is empty and all the demons are at Ravenswood Academy . . . Mourning the sudden death of her sister, Andy Emmerson knows she must come to terms with a life without Violet. But on the day of the funeral Andy is shocked to discover one thing: the person in that casket is not her sister. Violet is alive. Convinced her sister's elite boarding school is covering up the truth, Andy enrols at Ravenswood Academy to discover what really happened and find Violet. The school is as beautiful and haunting as the students within it and Andy learns that it's not just good grades that drives these pupils. Something much darker is at play. After discovering a cryptic note from her sister, Andy must follow a set of clues to unlock the truth. This will bring her into contact with secret societies, ancient magic, demons and monsters. And a charming senior named Jae Han who has his own reasons for finding out what happened to Violet . . . Soon Andy realises the price she must pay to bring her sister home is darker and more dangerous than she ever could have imagined. --- Readers are loving All The Devils 'Wow, wow, wowwwww!!! I did not expect how this book was going to play out, I couldn't put the book down' ***** Reader Review 'I have read almost every dark academia or dark academia adjacent book and All The Devils was SOOO refreshing. The romance, the storyline, the plot. I practically devoured it!' ***** Reader Review 'Dark academic? Witchy vibes? Art history? Sprinkle of romance? All a recipe for a 5* read in my opinion. The characters and the scenery were all exquisitely, especially when we went to the Underworld. The twists just kept coming when it came to Jae and I spent a good deal of time picking my jaw up off the floor' ***** Reader Review 'Fans of Leigh Bardugo will devour this series, strong ninth house vibes, and you will never again view moths in the same light!' ***** Reader Review 'All The Devils and it's comparisons to 'Ninth House' & 'Wednesday' were right on the money but there's more to All The Devils than just that!' ***** Reader Review

DRIVE TO SURVIVE MEETS ICEBREAKER IN A BRAND-NEW FORMULA ONE ROMANCE The stakes this season have never been higher . . . Josie Bancroft may be single, but she is definitely not ready to mingle. All she wants to do post-breakup is focus on herself. A simple task, but as a marketing manager for McAllister Racing, she spends every race weekend alongside the charismatic Formula 1 driver, Theo Walker. With his iceberg-melting smile and abs sharper than a cheese grater, he's a distraction she shouldn't entertain but can't seem to ignore. Theo has mastered two things in life: winning races and wooing women. But this season, both are being put to the test. His team's new owner is threatening his hard-earned seat, and the one woman he wants has placed him in the friend zone, despite the fact that their attraction is hotter than his car's engine. As Josie embraces her independence and Theo struggles to cement his place within the racing world, they'll have to decide if they want to fuel the flames of their friendship or forever wonder what could have been. Drive Me Wild is a spicy Formula 1 romantic comedy with heart, heat and humour. This is the second book in the Drive Me series. Tropes/themes: 1. Grumpy sunshine 2. Formula 1 sports romance 3. Slow burn with open-door spice 4. Forced proximity 5. Dual POV ---- Readers are loving Drive Me Wild 'I absolutely devoured this book. Robyn masterfully balances humour, heart, and heat, creating a spicy romantic comedy that keeps readers engaged from start to finish' ***** 5 Reader Review 'Definitely a must read if you love formula 1!' ***** 5 Reader Review 'The chemistry between Josie and Theo is wonderful to read, and their journey from friends to potential lovers is filled with witty banter and emotional depth' ***** 5 Reader Review

From the bestselling author of A Million Kisses In Your Lifetime, this is the deliciously dark Lancaster Prep novel that will have you hanging onto every word . . . 'Whit and Summer's chemistry is absolute fire from the beginning. I'm literally STILL thinking about it after reading it TWICE!!' 5***** Reader Review ' Dark, twisty, and utterly enthralling . A page turning blend of combustible chemistry, a strong sassy heroine, dark desires and red-hot steam' 5***** Reader Review _________ Whit Lancaster is the cold, heartless and devastatingly handsome bad boy at Lancaster Prep. Beautiful Summer Savage has no time for Whit. But his intense gaze traps her under a spell. Fills her with a longing she doesn't understand. When Whit gets into trouble one night, Summer invites him in. Tends to his wounds. Lets her guard down, just for a moment . . . Which is when Whit takes off in the dead of night. Taking her journal with him. Now he holds all her darkest secrets, threatening to expose her to the entire school. So Summer strikes a deal with Whit. A deal that leaves her at his mercy behind closed doors . . . But what if he's at hers? _________ Readers CANNOT COPE with THINGS I WANTED TO SAY . . . 'Filled with lies, lust & betrayal . . . The heat is sizzling off the pages' 5***** Reader Review 'From start to finish you are hanging onto every single word. For the last 24 hours this book was my entire life. I ate, slept and breathed this story and this couple' 5***** Reader Review ' Bold, brazen, depraved, and delicious! Their chemistry is complicated and consuming. A beautiful mess - equal parts twisted and magical' 5***** Reader Review 'Sensual and scandalous! Monica Murphy creates a world that surrounds you in Whit and Summer's story' 5***** Reader Review 'The push and pull between Whit Lancaster and Summer Savage is fierce' 5***** Reader Review 'You get so much red hot chemistry that sizzles off the pages throughout the entire read when it comes to Whit and Summer. I could not get enough of this one' 5***** Reader Review 'Intense and fabulously consuming. I loved every heart-pounding, gut-wrenching, over-the-top sexy moment' 5***** Reader Review

From sweet baby to wild baby, from snuggly baby to grumpy baby, this book will capture every parent's heart as it features a diverse and adorable cast of babies in all their moods. The perfect gift for new parents and baby showers. Packed with heartwarming illustrations and playful text that's a joy to read aloud, this book is perfect for introducing different feelings to little babies. From New York Times bestselling author, Emily Winfield Martin of The Wonderful Things You Will Be! comes a brand-new story to delight readers young and old.

Meet Peppa's family in this adorable book collection, perfect for the littlest readers! Inside you'll find four small chunky board books featuring Peppa, George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig, which also make a fun jigsaw puzzle! Perfect for reading at playtime and bedtime with little Peppa Pig fans.

Feel chills down your spine with the thrilling first novel in Nicci French's bestselling killer series 'Undeniably at the top of British psychological suspense writing' OBSERVER 'Utterly gripping . . . I could hardly turn the pages fast enough ' 5***** READER REVIEW _______ Monday : five-year-old Matthew Faraday is abducted. His face is splashed across newspaper front pages. His parents and the police are desperate. Can anyone help find their little boy before it is too late? Psychotherapist Frieda Klein just might know something. She has a lead: a previous abduction, from twenty years ago. One that only Frieda, an expert on the minds of disturbed individuals, can uncover. Struggling to make sense of this terrifying investigation, Frieda will face her darkest fears in the hunt for a clever and brutal killer . . . _______ 'The twists within the last few chapters left me thinking about it for hours after' 5***** READER REVIEW 'I was really gripped from start to finish' 5***** READER REVIEW Praise for Nicci French: 'Sophisticated, compassionate, gripping . . . Not many books are as insightful as they are addictive; Nicci French's are' Sophie Hannah 'A brilliantly crafted new crime series' Daily Mirror 'Terrific. The writing is pacy, the jaw-dropping twists are plentiful' Short List 'One of French's hardest-to-put-down novels' Sunday Express 'French is undeniably at the top of British psychological suspense writing, expert in the unguessable twist, supremely skilled at ratcheting up the tension' Observer 'A nerve-jangling and addictive read' Daily Express

TYRANTS AREN'T BORN. THEY'RE RAISED. Journey to the heart of a Roman dynasty drenched in danger and intrigue, and witness Nero's ruthless rise to power. Perfect for fans of Conclave and Gladiator. 'Deft and robust storytelling, that whips through the history with plenty of blood, guts and plot-twists' The Times 'Epic and in a class of his own' Daily Mirror ---- ANCIENT ROME, AD 37 It begins with a man's hand curled around another's throat. Emperor Tiberius first dispatches a traitor. Then his whole family. Next all his friends. It is as if he never existed. THIS IS ROMAN JUSTICE. Into this fevered forum, a child is born. His mother is Agrippina, granddaughter of Emperor Augustus. But their imperial blood is no protection. The closer you are to the heart of the empire, the closer you are to power, intrigue, and danger. She faces soldiers, senators, rivals, silver-tongued pretenders, each vying for position. One mistake risks exile, incarceration, execution. Or, worst of all, the loss of her infant son. For Agrippina knows that opportunity waits, even in your darkest moments. Her son is everything. She can make this boy, shape him into Rome itself - the one all must kneel before. BUT FIRST, THEY MUST SURVIVE . . . This then is the story of Nero's birth and raising under the watchful and scheming eye of his mother Agrippina - a woman every man crossed at his peril. ---- PRAISE FOR CONN IGGULDEN 'Breakthtakingly good' Bernard Cornwell 'Magnificent' The Times 'Pacy and propulsive, cracking with energy, violence and stirring speeches, Iggulden chronicles power struggles , political machinations and the bloodthirsty ravages of up-close combat ' Daily Mail Readers love Nero 'Iggulden draws you into Rome, its brutality and its glory, and brings it back to life with such seamless ease' ***** Reader Review ' Absolute quality from first to last page, atmospheric with a real feel for time and place' ***** Reader Review 'It was fascinating to see the seeds being planted that will lead to the Nero becoming the tyrant we know through the ancient historians, but told in such a contemporary and accessible way ' ***** Reader Review 'An absolutely immersive experience throughout that throws you into the politics of Ancient Rome' ***** Reader Review Conn Iggulden, Sunday Times bestseller, June 2023

The epic, heart-pounding sequel to Devney Perry's #1 New York Times bestselling SHIELD OF SPARROWS. THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER OVER 1 MILLION COPIES SOLD ACROSS THE SERIES A princess journeys across a cursed realm to find the truth about her family, only to discover her quest intertwines with the fate of a lost warrior. Love, danger, and magic collide in a captivating romantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros. 🗡 -- Calandra's five kingdoms are on the verge of destruction. The crux migration is coming. And in the wake of a devastating attack, I've been separated from the man who owns my heart. I'm lost. Terrified. Homesick. Hunted by monsters, driven to exhaustion, and kidnapped by a powerful priest, the only thing keeping me going is the little girl counting on me to keep her safe. It's my turn to become the Guardian. Our lives change one fateful night. A night of death. A night of monsters. A night of truths. That night, I learn the real meaning of fear and the depth of my own strength. Everyone wants me to be something I'm not a queen, a spy, a sacrifice. But what if I embrace my crown? What if the secrets I uncover save our realm? What if my sacrifice means salvation for the man I love? For too long, I've feared the monsters we make. It's time to discover the monster within. -- Tropes: 🗡 Enemies to Lovers 🗡 Magic, Myths, and Monsters 🗡 Slow-Burn 🗡 Hidden Identity 🗡 High Stakes Praise for the series: Critics are RAVING 'The best fantasy romance I've read in years. This story is unlike anything I've read before' Giana Darling, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author 'A riveting world, a twisty plot, and a smoldering romance. I burned through this epic romantasy' K.A. Tucker, USA Today and international bestselling author of the Fate & Flame series 'Devney Perry made me want to quit my job and reread this book every day until the next one releases, it's that addictive!' CE Ricci, USA Today bestselling author 'This book is everything! The world-building and main characters were so refreshing and empowering, and that simmering slow burn was so worth the wait' Shanora Williams, New York Times bestselling author Readers are OBSESSED 'Shield of Sparrows is a must read!' 5 - Reader Review 'My favorite book of the year. maybe even my favorite romantasy EVER' 5 - Reader Review 'My favorite book of 2025 so far, the Romantasy I've been waiting for to get me out of my fantasy slump!!' 5 - Reader Review 'I freaking LOVED this book' 5 - Reader Review 'It's my new favorite read this year' 5 - Reader Review 'This book was F*CKING AMAZING' 5 - Reader Review 'This book was absolutely perfect in so many ways' 5 - Reader Review 'The ending of this book truly shook me' 5 - Reader Review 'Devney Perry's foray into the fantasy genre was a FABULOUS FIVE STARS filled with unique world-building, action-packed plot, and my new favorite characters!' 5 - Reader Review 'If I could bottle the feeling this book gave me and carry it around forever, I would. From page one, I was hooked and I devoured this story like my life depended on it' 5 - Reader Review The Shield of Sparrows series is best enjoyed in order. Reading Order: Book #1 Shield of Sparrows Book #2 Rites of the Starling

The astronauts of Apollo 11 made history as the first men to land on the Moon. Learn more about how Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins trained and achieved this momentous feat in this Step 5 History Reader. Step 5 Readers tell stories in chapters using longer paragraphs, for children who want to take the plunge into chapter books but still like colorful illustrations and photography. "The story of Apollo 11's historic flight, from lift-off, through 'The Eagle has landed,' to splashdown and quarantine. Donnelly does a good job of setting the stage with chapters on the history of the idea of flight to the moon, astronaut selection and training, and look at the flight's effect on people in general." --School Library Journal.

Adorable kawaii penguin wearing , happily engrossed in reading a storybook. This charming illustration features a cute bookworm bird surrounded by stars and hearts, perfect for readers. Ideal for book lovers, avid readers, students, and teachers. Celebrate your passion for books, reading, and learning with this sweet, studious penguin design. Doppelwandig isoliert: hält Getränke heiß oder kalt Edelstahl, BPA-frei Auslaufsicherer Deckel mit transparentem Schieberegler

Adorable kawaii penguin wearing , happily engrossed in reading a storybook. This charming illustration features a cute bookworm bird surrounded by stars and hearts, perfect for readers. Ideal for book lovers, avid readers, students, and teachers. Celebrate your passion for books, reading, and learning with this sweet, studious penguin design. Doppelwandig isoliert: hält Getränke heiß oder kalt Edelstahl, BPA-frei Auslaufsicherer Deckel mit transparentem Schieberegler

By the global bestselling author of Marble Hall Murders and Close to Death, the third novel in his acclaimed Hawthorne and Horowitz series. The Russian mafia, a strange religious order and not one but two murders - stand by for a hugely enjoyable, twisty read. 'Easily the greatest of our crime writers' Sunday Times 'A homage to the Golden Age of mystery - it is pure delight' New York Times 'Witty, wry, clever, a fabulous detective story and perfect summer reading' Kate Mosse 'An absolutely wonderful writer' Richard Osman ______________ Private Investigator Daniel Hawthorne and the writer Anthony Horowitz have been invited to a literary festival on the island of Alderney to talk about their new book . . . Very soon they discover that dark forces are at work. Alderney is in turmoil over a planned power line that will cut through it, desecrating a war cemetery and turning neighbour against neighbour. And the visiting authors seem to be harbouring any number of unpleasant secrets. When the festival's wealthy sponsor is found brutally murdered, Alderney goes into lockdown and Hawthorne knows he doesn't have to look too far for suspects. There's no escape. The killer is still on the island. And there's about to be a second death . . . ______________ Praise for A Line to Kill: 'Funny, intriguing, thrilling and thought-provoking: a marvellous mystery' Adam Hamdy ' I loved this smartly written whodunnit , but it's the characters of Hawthorne and Horowitz that have completely won me over .' 5-star reader review ' A very clever, suspenseful and compelling murder myster y that I thoroughly enjoyed' 5-star reader review ' This is a worthy addition to this highly addictive series , and I can't wait to begin the next installment.' 5-star reader review 'Engaging, fun banter between Horowitz and Hawthorne, double deception, locked room mystery, multiple suspects that all have a motive, and someone with murder in their eyes.' 5-star reader review