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'Extraordinary. I loved it' - Jessie Burton, author of The Miniaturist'Engrossing and moving . . . gives voice to so much that's unspoken about Ireland' - Emma Donoghue, author of Room'Wonderfully compelling . . . haunting' - Joseph O'Connor, author of Star of the SeaDelving into the lives of three generations of women, The Amendments by Niamh Mulvey is an extraordinary novel about love and freedom, belonging and rebellion – and about how our past is a vital presence which sits alongside us.Nell and her partner Adrienne are about to have a baby. For Adrienne, it's the start of a new life. For Nell, it's the reason the two of them are sitting in a therapist's office. Because she can't go into this without dealing with the truth: that she has been a mother before, and now she can hardly bring herself to speak to her own mother, let alone return home to Ireland.Nell is running out of places to hide from her past.But to Ireland and the past is where she must go, and that is where The Amendments takes us: to the heat of Nell's teenage years in the early 2000s, as Ireland was unpicking itself from its faith and embracing the hedonism of the Celtic Tiger. To 1983, when Nell's mother Dolores was grappling with the tensions of the women's rights movement. And then to the farms and suburbs and towns that made and unmade the lives at the centre of this story, bound together by the terrible secret that Nell still cannot face.Selected by the Irish Independent, the Irish Times, the Irish Journal and VIP as one of the most anticipated novels of the year.

THE QUEEN OF SCOTTISH SAGAS A sweeping and compelling story of two sisters' trials over adversity to find happiness from Sunday Times bestselling author Evelyn Hood! Will hasty decisions, made in desperate circumstances lead to their downfall? Greenock, Scotland, 1872 When their father commits suicide rather than facing bankruptcy, sisters Annis and Olivia Kerr are left penniless. Annis marries their older neighbour, merchant Douglas Moncrieff, out of necessity so they both have a roof over their heads once more, albeit not a happy one. When Gideon Brenner, a handsome American shipmaster, arrives with Douglas's new clipper, eighteen-year-old Annis begins to wonder if her decision to marry a staid man thirteen years her senior was a wise one. Olivia meanwhile becomes the focus of Gideon's attentions and rather than submitting to his unwanted courtship, she takes charge of her own destiny by accepting a position as a governess in Melbourne, Australia. But Olivia struggles in her role, leaves her job and she faces destitution once again only to be saved by an unexpected marriage proposal. Both sisters come to rue their marriages made out of desperation, especially when a series of tragedies strike. Can one sister become a little more assertive and the other a little humbler in order to improve their fortunes? Previously published as A Pride of Sisters PRAISE FOR EVELYN HOOD 'Compelling from the start, heartfelt and beautifully written.' - Rosie Clarke 'If you like Catherine Cookson, you'll love Evelyn Hood's books.' - Lizzie Lane 'Evelyn Hood's characters step off the page and into your heart.' - Sheila Riley 'This is addictive and heartfelt storytelling, with colourful characters you'll never want to say goodbye to.' - Jane Lark ''Loved the strong, relatable characters. A lively, refreshing read.' - Kate Eastham 'Wonderfully descriptive, with memorable characters and a true sense of place.' - Tracy Baines 'Faultless historical detail and emotionally complex characters makethese engrossing and intelligent Evelyn Hood's sagas deeply satisfying' - Maisie Thomas 'Evocative, beautifully rich, brilliantly detailed and meticulously researched - this story transported me and kept me up way past my bedtime - a triumph of a story. I very highly recommend Evelyn Hood' - Renita D'Silva 'Scotland's Catherine Cookson' - Scots Magazine 'Hood is immaculate in her historical detail' - Scottish Herald 'Quite simply, I couldn't put it down. A rich and rewarding read' - Emma Blair 'Evelyn Hood has been called Scotland's Catherine Cookson. Unfair. She has her own distinctive voice' - Scots Magazine 'Touching, romantic and unforgettable' - Reader Review 'Love all her books' - Reader Review 'Evelyn Hood produces the best of stories' - Reader Review 'I cannot put her books down' - Reader Review 'Love everything Evelyn Hood writes' - Reader Review 'Evelyn Hood is a fantastic writer, bringing the past to life and drawing you right into the story' - Reader Review

A REESE WITHERSPOON BOOK CLUB PICK! 'Ethereal, languid, crafted of language that rushes and recedes like a tide, buoying a story that reminds us sometimes the impossible is possible' Jodi Picoult 'Entrancing, magical, spellbinding!' Nita Prose * * * * * The pull of the land or the call of the sea... Annie MacLeod always knew she was different, growing up on a sailboat, navigating by stars and swimming with sea creatures, alongside her best friend, Evan. But when a tsunami hits, Annie is stranded on land; her entire world, and her eccentric identity, torn apart and upended. In the wreckage, she rescues a wordless man named Walker, who emits a hum only she can hear. Their connection is instant. Walker's touch gives Annie visions of the ocean's hidden world, a life she's never known but feels inexplicably drawn to. Yet even as she is pulled toward him, Evan - the steadfast love who has always been there - remains on dry land, offering stability and security. Annie is torn between Evan's grounding presence and Walker's magnetic secrets. But then, Walker vanishes, along with the answers Annie needs about who she really is. Six years later, Annie has left the sea and buried the past - until Walker returns, pulling her back towards the ocean and the life she abandoned. The truth has roots more ancient than she ever could have known, and Annie must confront a choice that will test her heart and determine her future. A fierce and entrancing debut novel of one woman caught between two worlds that won't let her go. * * * * * Praise for The Wild Beneath : 'I'll never look at the ocean the same way again. Absolutely dazzling' Sarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary 'Part love story, part ode to nature, with a mystical, musical, mysterious quality that carries readers along like a gentle wave' Nikki Erlick, New York Times bestselling author of The Measure 'An incandescent debut. Pares the world down to its essentials and reminds us of the beauty and mystery of being alive ... I did not want to come up for air' Emma Knight, New York Times bestselling author of The Life Cycle of the Common Octopus 'Haunting and beautiful and strange, rich and lingering. It drew me in like the pull of the sea' Emma Hooper, internationally bestselling author of Etta and Otto and Russell and James 'An achingly lovely book about the melodic pull of the natural world and the steep cost of pretending we don't hear its song ... Sublime' Lily Brooks-Dalton, bestselling author of The Light Pirate * * * * * Readers are swept away by The Wild Beneath : 'Beautiful. Breathtaking. Indescribable. Unlike anything I've ever read before' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Completely pulled me under from the first page ... moody, raw, and beautifully written ... Fans of Wild Dark Shore will be absolutely obsessed' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Ethereal, haunting, mysterious and so unique' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿

Read by Colin Mace and Emma Spurgin Hussey, featuring the voice of the author, China Miéville.From the bestselling, award-winning master of uncanny fiction comes a defining work, twenty years in the making – a deeply moving, decade- and continent-spanning epic of grief, global tumult, and grim conspiracy.'Miéville's command of his prose is phenomenal . . . This is a world that you can truly swim in, and few authors can achieve that' - The Times'Affecting, intelligent and, in more than one place, very, very frightening. This is a novel destined for a rich afterlife' - The Guardian'An extraordinary tour de force' - Adrian Tchaikovsky'A monster of a book in every sense' - Francis Spufford'I felt it in my bones, the undeniable power of a jagged masterpiece' - The New York TimesMaur's life has been shaped by an unbearable loss. But in the aftermath of what is an apparently ordinary tragedy, deeper, stranger questions arise . . . Their answers may lie within the dark heart and darker history of an old soldier who shares Maur's obsessions – and is violently pursued by the same unknown, unquiet forces.So begins The Rouse, a masterpiece unlike any other: at once a sprawling saga of the bloody twentieth century, and the intimate story of two lives, their loves, regrets and secrets – and a terrifying journey into infinite mystery.Praise for China Miéville, author of The City & The City'You can't talk about Miéville without using the word "brilliant"' – Ursula K. Le Guin'One of the most interesting and freakishly gifted writers of his generation' – The Daily Telegraph'As intelligent as he is original' – The Guardian'The names of Kafka and Orwell tend to be invoked too easily for anything a bit out of the ordinary, but in this case they are worthy comparisons' – The Times

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 2025 ---- "Enchanting, joyful, full of light and warmth, and glittering with real-world magic." - Sophie Anderson From the New York Times bestselling author Cornelia Funke, known for the INKHEART series, comes this new adventure book. Enter the story of Caspia, who sets out to solve a series of riddles, and as she does, she meets friends she could have never imagined. Anywhere can feel like home if you are brave enough to put down new roots... Caspia's summer is transformed when she discovers a bundle of letters containing ten botanical riddles in this enchanting adventure. Twelve-year-old Caspia hates big cities, especially one as busy as New York. So she isn't thrilled by the news that her parents are taking her to stay in Brooklyn. But everything changes when Caspia discovers a bundle of letters, hidden in an old dresser. Each letter contains a 'green' riddle, with clues leading to a different plant. The newest adventure from the award-winning author of Inkheart and Dragon Rider, Cornelia Funke weaves magic into every sentence of this new and exciting mystery set in the heart of New York City. The Green Kingdom is perfect for fans of the Greenwild series. Three things you'll find in this book: Solving riddles Mystery New friendships Praise for The Green Kingdom: "A lush, vibrant adventure about putting down roots in a new city and how nature helps us connect." - Emma Carroll "A warm lush hug of a book, brimming with nature and wonderful characters." - Alastair Chisholm, author of I Am Wolf "Blossoming with mystery and blooming with magic." - Rachel Morrisroe, author of Felix and the Future Agency

THE NAIL-BITING THRILLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE COUPLE AT NO 9 SHE THOUGHT SHE WAS SAFE. SO DID THE OTHERS . . . 'Douglas's best yet - an ingenious concept with a corker of a twist' GILLIAN MCALLISTER, bestselling author of THAT NIGHT 'An immersive page-turner with a twist I didn't see coming' SARAH VAUGHAN, bestselling author of LITTLE DISASTERS ________ *CARER/COMPANION WANTED FOR ELDERLY LADY* *YOUNG FEMALE PREFERRED * COMPETITIVE SALARY* *ROOM AND BOARD INCLUDED* Una Richardson is devastated after the death of her mother. Hoping for a fresh start, she responds to an advertisement and steps into the rich, comforting world of elderly Mrs Elspeth McKenzie. But Elspeth's home is not as safe as it seems. Kathryn, her cold and bitter daughter, resents Una's presence. More disturbing is the evidence suggesting two girls lived here before. What happened to the girls? Why will the McKenzies not talk about them? As the walls close in around her, Una fears she'll end up just like the other girls . . . ________ 'A thriller that will leave you in a spin' Sun 'A chilling novel. Very hard to put down' Gilly MacMillan 'A wickedly clever page-turner of a psychothriller' Emma Curtis 'If you like thrillers with plenty of killer twists and turns, then Just Like The Other Girls should definitely be high on your reading list' My Weekly Praise for Claire Douglas: 'Few people do psychological thrillers as claustrophobic and as creepy as Claire Douglas' TIM WEAVER, bestselling author of No One Home 'Tense, claustrophobic and gripping' Paula Daly 'Absorbing and chilling' Karen Perry 'Thrillingly tense and twisty' B A Paris 'Kept me up last night - scary, twisty, all too believable' Jane Corry

'This book was EVERYTHING... I loved it so much and couldn't put it down!' ***** 5 star reader review Iris loves being a mermaid. So, when her Mom, Queen of the Ocean, declares that she's to be wed to a human, she's furious. Finn wants to be the first human mayor of magical New York. He needs a magical wife as part of his PR strategy to win over his constituents, and he's fine with a loveless marriage. But after his reluctant fiancé Iris douses him with seawater at their first meeting, Finn finds himself wanting this romance to be more than a business arrangement. Iris can't stand Finn on principle, but no matter how far she pushes him, Finn just won't break off their engagement. In fact, he keeps going out of his way to make her life easier. And soon, this mermaid is left wondering if life might be better in Manhattan than under the sea... Tropes: ¿ ¿Arranged marriage ¿¿ ¿Only one bed ¿ ¿Romantasy ¿ ¿¿Spice Readers LOVE Mermaid in Manhattan! 'I was hooked from start to finish and never wanted to come up for air' Emma Lucy, bestselling author of Live, Ranch, Love 'An enchanting romp with all the charm of a classic rom-com!' A. T. Qureshi, USA Today bestselling author of The Baby Dragon Cafe 'Jessica Gadziala has mastered the magical romcom!' Grace Reilly, bestselling author of First Down 'Witty, swoony and completely bingeable' Nadia El-Fassi, bestselling author of Best Hex Ever 'I loved Finn and Iris...It's a version of New York I would happily live in' Athena Carstairs, author of There's Pumpkin About You 'Utterly addictive' Annabelle Slator, author of The Launch Date 'Completely addictive!' ¿¿¿¿¿ reader review 'Had me kicking my feet and screaming' ¿¿¿¿¿ reader review

The first in the much-loved and beautifully illustrated children's fantasy adventure series,The Land of Roar sits perfectly on a child's bookshelf next to great adventures such as The Chronicles of Narnia, How to Train Your Dragon, Skandar and Peter Pan. When Arthur and Rose were little, they were heroes in the Land of Roar, an imaginary world that they found by climbing through the folding bed in their grandad's attic. Roar was filled with things they loved - dragons, mermaids, ninja wizards and adventure - as well as things that scared them (including a very creepy scarecrow...) Now the twins are eleven, Roar is just a memory. But when they help Grandad clean out the attic, Arthur is horrified as Grandad is pulled into the folding bed and vanishes. Is he playing a joke? Or is Roar ... real? Praise for The Land of Roar series: 'This funny, captivating story is filled with the painful pangs of growing up and the transporting qualities of imagination' Guardian "Fast-paced, immersive and full of adventure - this new book in the fantastic Land of Roar series is the perfect fuel for young imaginations." A.F. STEADMAN, author of the bestselling Skandar series 'A stunning adventure from the ever-brilliant Jenny McLachlan.She's my favourite creator of dragons!' EMMA CARROLL, author of Secrets of a Sun King 'This welcome return to the Land of Roar will delight existing fans of the series but can also be enjoyed by readers coming to Roar for the first time.' BOOKTRUST 'Roar adventures are the BEST adventures - I wish I could stay in Roar forever!' MEL TAYLOR-BESSENT, author of The Christmas Carrolls series 'Jenny McLachlan's imagination knows no bounds. Saddle up your dragon and ride away with this absolute gem of a book,' JENNY PEARSON, author of The Super Miraculous Journey of Freddie Yates 'Jenny is without doubt one of the UK's most gifted and versatile of storytellers and a writer of immense heart and skill,' PHIL EARLE, author of When the Sky Falls 'Once again, it's wonderful, gripping roar-some fun. So exciting being back in the Land of Roar,' SAM COPELAND 'Another absolutely fantastic rip-ROARING adventure from the genius Jenny McLachlan,' SOPHY HENN 'The most exciting instalment so far in this warm, thrilling and completely brilliantly written series. I devoured every page!' SARAH CROSSAN, author of One 'A vividly imagined adventure, [...] full of heart, humour and a terrifying villain' FINOA NOBLE, The Bookseller 'Roar is an exhilarating, hilarious, vividly drawn tribute to the power of the childhood imagination, the love of family and the magic we risk losing as we grow up. If you plan to visit one new place in 2019, make it Roar' SARAH DRIVER, author of The Huntress trilogy

"The more I know of the world, the more am I convinced that I shall never see a man whom I can really love. Jane Austen's first published novel, Sense and Sensibility tells the story of two very different sisters as they navigate love, loss, and the constraints of early‑19th‑century English society. Following the death of their father, the Dashwood family—Mrs Dashwood and daughters Elinor, Marianne, and Margaret—is left destitute when their family estate, Norland Park, is inherited by their half-brother, John. They relocate to a modest cottage in Devonshire, where Elinor and Marianne find new friendships and romantic entanglements which bring both happiness and heartbreak. Jane Austen's subtle and witty novel of secrets, lies and seduction brilliantly portrays a world where rigid social convention clashes with the impulses of the heart and explores how each sister's temperament shapes her choices—and how both must grow in order to find happiness. Jane Austen (1775–1817) is one of the most enduring voices in English literature, celebrated for her sharp wit, keen social insight, and unforgettable portrayals of love, class, and character. From Pride and Prejudice to Emma and Mansfield Park, Austen's novels blend humour, romance, and a clear‑eyed understanding of human nature in plots that often explore the dependence of women on marriage for the pursuit of favourable social standing and economic security. Though she published anonymously during her lifetime, Austen's novels have rarely been out of print and have become cornerstones of English Literature. Her sharp observations of class, courtship, and character continue to resonate with audiences worldwide and have inspired countless adaptations across film, television, and theatre.

In this electrifying medical thriller from New York Times bestselling author Robin Cook, a family's exposure to a rare yet deadly virus ensnares them in a growing danger to mankind-and pulls back the curtain on a healthcare system powered by profit and greed. Trying to find some normalcy during the Covid-19 pandemic, Brian Murphy and his family are on a summer excursion in Cape Cod when his wife, Emma, comes down with concerning flu-like symptoms. But their leisurely return home to New York City quickly becomes a race to the local hospital as she suddenly begins seizing in the car. At the ICU, she is diagnosed with eastern equine encephalitis, a rare and highly lethal mosquito-borne viral disease seemingly caught during one of their evening cookouts. Complicating the situation further, Brian and Emma's young daughter then begins to exhibit alarming physical and behavioral symptoms, too. Emma's harrowing hospital stay becomes even more fraught when Brian receives a staggering hospital bill full of outrageous charges and murky language. To add insult to injury, his health insurance company refuses to cover any of the cost, citing dubious clauses in Brian's policy. Forced to choose between the ongoing care of family and bills he can never pay, and furious at a shockingly indifferent healthcare system, Brian vows to seek justice. But to get to the bottom of the predatory practices targeting his loved ones and countless others, he must uncover the dark side of an industry that has strayed drastically from its altruistic roots-and bring down the callous executives preying on the sick and defenseless before the virus can claim even more people . . .

A BRAND NEW escapist, getaway read from the bestselling author of Beneath the Lemon Trees, Emma Burstall. Perfect for fans of of Victoria Hislop, Carol Kirkwood and Karen Swan Can a stay at a magical villa help her find her way to start again? When Cleo arrives at Villa Ariadne on the sun-drenched island of Crete, she's hoping for space to breathe - and perhaps some clarity about the life she no longer recognises. Newly divorced and estranged from one of her children, she's not sure what comes next. Sharing the villa with a small group of women, each carrying their own private heartaches, Cleo is drawn into the gentle rhythm of island life. Beneath the lemon trees and endless blue skies, friendships begin to form and long-buried hopes stir. But when an unexpected event shakes their peaceful escape, the women are forced to come together in ways none of them anticipated. And as Villa Ariadne works its quiet magic once more, Cleo may discover that even in uncertainty, second chances are still possible. Praise for Emma Burstall: With a delightful Greek backdrop and an enticing mix of a fractured family, strained friendships, plus a healthy dose of mystery, love and loss, Beneath the Lemon Trees is a gorgeous summer escape' Kate Frost 'A wonderful escapist novel - mysteries, revelation and happy endings make it a perfect summer read' Rachel Burton 'Brilliant' Phillipa Ashley 'A novel to lose yourself in' Faith Hogan 'Step into a world of pure escapism in this gripping tale of family secrets, sibling rivalry and summer romance' Chat Magazine 'A charming, warm-hearted read... Pure escapism' Alice Peterson 'Burstall is a great writer, and this is not your usual run-of-the-mill chick lit... I was gripped from the start' Daily Mail 'Burstall has a true knack for transporting you to her world' Jane Corry 'Wow, what an incredible rollercoaster of a read! From the minute I picked up this book, I was swept away by the vividly described landscapes and mouthwatering descriptions of Crete's delectable cuisine.' Reader Review 'Fabulous, fabulous book, loved every minute of it. The storyline, the varied characters. The setting made me feel I was on holiday.' Reader Review 'Loved it. A magical villa, a broken family, a dead best friends husband being awkward, beautiful food descriptions, clear blue seas. Just read and escape. Perfect for September blues.' Reader Review 'Heartwarming and heartbreaking in equal measures! I loved this book so much and could relate to it and the characters! Beautifully written, really made you feel like you were right there in Greece!' Reader Review 'A charming book about marriage, grief, friendship and parenting, all set in a charming villa under the Cretan sun.' Reader Review 'What a lovely story, full of loss and grief, love and hope.' Reader Review

***Chosen as a best summer read by Grazia, Guardian, Daily Mail, Woman & Home, Good Housekeeping and Independent*** ***As featured on BBC Radio 4 Front Row*** 'Perfectly observed comedy ... almost every line is a zinger' DAILY MAIL, 27 best page turners for the summer ' A joy' STYLIST, BOOK OF THE MONTH 'I cannot recommend this strongly enough for your summer reading' AMOL RAJAN 'Deeply relatable comedy' GUARDIAN, 70 brilliant books for the summer 'I really loved this book' Viv Groskop, BBC Radio 4 Front Row 'Hilarious, brilliant, utterly exhilarating' MONICA ALI 'Like Mrs Dalloway with Calpol . . . very, very funny' THE TIMES For weeks, she has been saying it will be their special day. One last, perfect day with her children before she returns to work after maternity leave. What's the worst that can happen? Unfolding across 24 hours, Natural Disaster is a novel about the absurd, frustrating, hilarious, precarious, bittersweet, sometimes astonishing challenge - literal, existential - of being a woman, a mother, a wife, a person for one single, entire day. 'An extremely funny book that's both perceptive and propulsive' ADAM KAY 'Funny, sad, tender' IRISH TIMES 'Fantastic' JESSIE BURTON 'Funny, moving . . . A powerful addition to the literature of surviving procreation' DIANA EVANS, GUARDIAN BOOK OF THE DAY 'Funny and relatable, it captures the overwhelming, absurd and quietly extraordinary reality of motherhood' WOMAN & HOME 'Funny, sharp unputdownable' NINA STIBBE 'Hilarious . . . brilliantly sharp' RED MAGAZINE 'I did not give Lisa Owens permission to look inside my very soul but she seems to have done it anyway. Smart, wise and real' CLAIRE LYNCH 'Captures the absurdity, tenderness and frazzle of modern motherhood with acute, painfully recognisable humour' iPaper, Best Books for June 'I absolutely loved it' LUCY DIAMOND 'Spiky wit and unsentimental pathos . . . I laughed out loud' DAILY MAIL 'Compulsive, agonising, and hilarious' CHRIS POWER 'Anyone who has raised children will feel deeply seen by this fully realised portrait of family life, identity and survival' WOMAN'S OWN 'The funniest novel I've read in years' CLAIRE POWELL 'Brilliant, hilarious, gut-punchingly truth-telling' EMILY ITAMI 'Thunderously good' NATHAN FILER 'A genuinely dazzling novel' DAVID WHITEHOUSE 'This is the book I've been waiting for ever since I had children. So propulsive I read it in a single sitting' MARIANNE LEVY 'Destined to become a classic' JESSICA STANLEY 'What a perfect depiction of early motherhood, womanhood, and love' OLIVIA POTTS 'I absolutely adored it.' EMMA HUGHES 'Generous, funny, heartbreaking and clever' LIZZY STEWART

A completely heartbreaking story about the impossible dilemmas two mothers find themselves facing. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Amanda Prowse, and Emma Robinson. 'I promise.' Meg kissed the top of her daughter's head, tears welling in her eyes. 'I'll never leave you, my beautiful girl. Never.' At the time, she'd meant every word. But now she had to break that promise... When Meg gets a terrible diagnosis, her only thought is for her family. How will her husband Simon and their beautiful, sweet-hearted, 14-year-old daughter Grace cope when she's gone? She also knows that she has to finally tell Grace the secret they've kept from Grace her whole life. That, though Simon is Grace's father, she isn't Grace's birth mother. Because Simon was married before, and his first wife, Cassie, hadn't wanted to keep their baby. So Simon and she had stepped up. They'd given Grace the life she deserved, full of light and happiness. But in the family's darkest hour, Meg thinks Grace deserves the choice to meet the mother who gave her up... because she's the only mother she will have left. Could you risk destroying the family you've worked so hard to create, if it meant your child might get the chance to have a mother again? Even though you can't know whether her birth mother will ever be able to offer her the love your beloved daughter deserves? Readers love Lisa Timoney: 'A fabulous family drama... it kept me turning the pages from beginning to end' Kerry Fisher, bestselling author of The Silent Wife 'WOW. What a book. I could not put it down.' Reader Review 'What a fantastic read...there are lots of secrets that come to life that make this a real page-turner...highly recommend!' Reader Review 'I was hooked from page one. Be prepared to laugh and cry throughout this book!' Reader Review 'It kept me turning the pages. A story full of emotions, secrets and lies.' Reader Review 'I read this in one sitting - only stopping to eat. It is a beautifully written story.' Reader Review 'A story of friendship and lies, betrayal, kindness and living life! Beautifully written and a joy to read.' Reader Review 'Beautiful! I loved this book from beginning to end. Reader Review 'So heartwarming and full of hope.' Reader Review 'The perfect combination of drama and suspense. I loved the plot, characters, and emotional ending. I devoured it in less than two days.' Reader Review

A heartbreaking and unforgettable Yorkshire saga of family, love and resilience-perfect for fans of perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Emma Hornby. West Yorkshire 1900-1918 In changing times, even the strongest must fight to hold on... At the dawn of a new century, mill mistress Verity Hardcastle and her husband Oliver welcome their long-awaited twins: gentle, golden-hearted Briony and spirited, stormy Blaise. From the beginning, their children seem destined to pull in different directions-but the Hardcastles stand united, proud stewards of Lockwood Mill and its tight-knit community of hardworking girls. As the winds of change sweep through Yorkshire-from the rise of the suffragette movement to the shadow of war-the mill stands firm. But cracks begin to show, not just among the mill girls, but within the Hardcastle family itself. When a new mill girl arrives, bringing disruption in her wake, Verity and Oliver must fight to protect everything they hold dear. Loyalties will be tested, secrets unearthed, and the ties of love and family stretched to their limits. Can the Hardcastles weather the storm, or will this be the end of everything they've built? A sweeping, heartwarming saga of love, loyalty and resilience! Praise for Chrissie Walsh: 'Full of joy, sorrow and a big pinch of fun. I loved it' Elizabeth Gill 'With truly heart-tugging moments that make you shed a tear' Diane Allen 'This is an excellent read, love following how the families of Weaver Street are doing' Reader Review 'Twists and turns in Weaver Street. A delightful read very uplifting. Really Enjoyed. Hope for another book. Give it a go!' Reader Review 'Oh what a beautiful story to be told, I love the Weaver Street series, as all the neighbours come together, in troubles, such a wonderful book from the first chapter right through to the end' Reader Review 'I have enjoyed the two books I have read about life on Weaver Street and anyone who enjoys reading about family life would not go wrong indulging in these books. Can't wait until the next one!' Reader Review 'I love the Weaver Street stories. Such lifelike characters I was fully absorbed in their lives. Extremely enjoyable reading' Reader Review 'Love the Weaver Street books, they make me feel like I'm there going through all the ups and downs . Already excited for the next one' Reader Review

***Chosen as a best summer read by Grazia, Guardian, Daily Mail, Woman & Home, Good Housekeeping and Independent*** ***As featured on BBC Radio 4 Front Row*** 'Perfectly observed comedy ... almost every line is a zinger' DAILY MAIL, 27 best page turners for the summer ' A joy' STYLIST, BOOK OF THE MONTH 'I cannot recommend this strongly enough for your summer reading' AMOL RAJAN 'Deeply relatable comedy' GUARDIAN, 70 brilliant books for the summer 'I really loved this book' Viv Groskop, BBC Radio 4 Front Row 'Hilarious, brilliant, utterly exhilarating' MONICA ALI 'Like Mrs Dalloway with Calpol . . . very, very funny' THE TIMES For weeks, she has been saying it will be their special day. One last, perfect day with her children before she returns to work after maternity leave. What's the worst that can happen? Unfolding across 24 hours, Natural Disaster is a novel about the absurd, frustrating, hilarious, precarious, bittersweet, sometimes astonishing challenge - literal, existential - of being a woman, a mother, a wife, a person for one single, entire day. 'An extremely funny book that's both perceptive and propulsive' ADAM KAY 'Funny, sad, tender' IRISH TIMES 'Fantastic' JESSIE BURTON 'Funny, moving . . . A powerful addition to the literature of surviving procreation' DIANA EVANS, GUARDIAN BOOK OF THE DAY 'Funny and relatable, it captures the overwhelming, absurd and quietly extraordinary reality of motherhood' WOMAN & HOME 'Funny, sharp unputdownable' NINA STIBBE 'Hilarious . . . brilliantly sharp' RED MAGAZINE 'I did not give Lisa Owens permission to look inside my very soul but she seems to have done it anyway. Smart, wise and real' CLAIRE LYNCH 'Captures the absurdity, tenderness and frazzle of modern motherhood with acute, painfully recognisable humour' iPaper, Best Books for June 'I absolutely loved it' LUCY DIAMOND 'Spiky wit and unsentimental pathos . . . I laughed out loud' DAILY MAIL 'Compulsive, agonising, and hilarious' CHRIS POWER 'Anyone who has raised children will feel deeply seen by this fully realised portrait of family life, identity and survival' WOMAN'S OWN 'The funniest novel I've read in years' CLAIRE POWELL 'Brilliant, hilarious, gut-punchingly truth-telling' EMILY ITAMI 'Thunderously good' NATHAN FILER 'A genuinely dazzling novel' DAVID WHITEHOUSE 'This is the book I've been waiting for ever since I had children. So propulsive I read it in a single sitting' MARIANNE LEVY 'Destined to become a classic' JESSICA STANLEY 'What a perfect depiction of early motherhood, womanhood, and love' OLIVIA POTTS 'I absolutely adored it.' EMMA HUGHES 'Generous, funny, heartbreaking and clever' LIZZY STEWART

' A pitch-perfect second chance romance with off-the-charts tension and chemistry ' Carley Fortune, New York Times bestselling author of Every Summer After A former pop star finds herself back in the spotlight - along with an old flame from her past - in this 'friends to lovers' meets 'enemies to lovers' romance from the bestselling author of Funny You Should Ask, the sensational TikTok romance! Then. Katee Rose is living the dream as America's number one pop star, caught in a whirlwind of sold-out concerts, screaming fans and constant tabloid coverage. Everyone wants to know everything about her and her boyfriend, Ryan LaNeve, the hottest member of adored boy band CrushZone. Katee loves to perform but hates the impossible demands of stardom. Maybe that's why she finds herself in the arms of another CrushZone member, Cal Kirby. Quiet, serious Cal, who's always been a good friend to Katee, is suddenly Cal with the smouldering eyes and very good hands. One unforgettable night is all it takes to blow up Katee's relationship with Ryan, her career, her whole life . . . Now. Kathleen Rosenberg is okay with her ordinary existence and leaving her pop star image in the past. That is, until Cal shows up with the opportunity of her dreams - a starring role in the Broadway show he's directing and a chance to perform the way she's always wanted. The two haven't spoken since the joint destruction of their careers, and each of them blames the other. But rehearsals are long, those eyes still smoulder and those hands are still very good. Despite everything, Katee can't deny the chemistry between them. Is it ever a good idea to reignite old flames? Especially if you've been burned in the past? ' This book is catnip for those of us who love boybands, musical theater, and second chances at first love ' Emma Straub, New York Times bestselling author of This Time Tomorrow ' The angsty, sexy backstage romance of my dreams ' Ava Wilder, author of How to Fake it in Hollywood ' This stellar romance has all the passion, energy, and showstopping moments of a real Broadway musical' Susie Dumond, author of Queerly Beloved ' Smart and sexy, infused with crackling chemistry . . . I devoured it in a day ' Laura Hankin, author of Happy & You Know It 'Sussman dazzles in this smart second-chance romance' Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) ' As fun and frothy as a Britney concert mashed up with a musical comedy ' Entertainment Weekly

Lost in London is the perfect English learning adventure for teens who want to improve their reading skills while enjoying a real story. Tom is thirteen years old. It is his first time in London. He is excited to see Big Ben, the red buses, and the big streets. But then something terrible happens. Tom gets lost. He is alone in a huge city. He has no phone. He has no map. He does not know the way back to his hotel. What does Tom do? Who helps him? Does he find his teacher and friends? This A2 level graded reader is written especially for teenagers learning English as a second language. Every chapter is short and easy to understand. Sentences are simple. New words are repeated many times so you remember them. Why this book works for English learners This book is not a textbook. It is a real story. You will want to keep reading to find out what happens next. When you enjoy reading, learning English becomes easy. What makes this book special Every chapter includes a glossary with simple English definitions of important words. After each chapter there are five multiple choice questions to check your understanding. At the end of the book there is a twenty question final quiz and a complete vocabulary review with one hundred words. Who is this book for This book is for teenagers aged nine to fourteen. It is perfect for A1 and A2 level learners. It works for independent study, classroom use, or homeschooling. It is also great for parents who want to help their children learn English at home. What you will learn You will learn over one hundred important English words. You will practice reading comprehension. You will see correct English sentence structure. You will build confidence in your reading ability. The Easy English Adventure Readers series This is book seven in the series. Each book has the same friendly characters Tom Emma Jack and Sophie. The stories get a little harder as you progress. Read them in order or start with any book you like. Book details CEFR Level A1 to A2 For ages nine to fourteen Ten chapters with seven hundred to eight hundred words each Seventy to eighty pages Six by nine inch format perfect for paperback English only no translations no slang no difficult idioms Buy Lost in London today and turn your English learning into an adventure.

Preorder a BRAND NEW regency romance from the bestselling author of A Duke of One's Own Spring, 1811... A stranger arrives at Wyverne Hall Sophie Delavallois is the new companion to the ageing Dowager Marchioness, but she also has another reason for coming to the infamous Wyverne mansion, one that will shake the family to their core.Lord Drake left his childhood home many years ago, and only returns now to see his beloved grandmother. He takes little interest in the goings on of the house, until the arrival of Mademoiselle Delavallois. There's something about her that he can't put his finger on; it's as if he's seen her before, but surely, that is not possible... Sophie is also drawn to Drake, but he is a Wyverne, and she cannot allow herself to fall for him, because her intentions towards the family are resolute - revenge. But inside the walls of Wyverne Hall, she discovers the rumours about the family barely scratch the surface, and she can't escape the dangerous allure of the Viscount. Once her plans are set in motion, will he be her saviour or her ruin? Praise for Emma Orchard: 'If you're girding your loins for Bridgerton, you may want to indulge in this Regency romp' - THE TIMES 'An exciting new talent' - KATIE FFORDE 'Hot stuff. I loved it!' - FERN BRITTON 'Absolutely glorious' - SOPHIE IRWIN 'A delicious Regency romp' - ALAN TITCHMARSH 'Sensual and exciting' - HEIDI SWAIN 'Heyer with spice!' - LIZ FENWICK 'Witty, heartfelt, deeply emotionally authentic and incredibly sexy' - KATY MORAN 'Sexy, seductive and swoon worthy' - SARAH BENNETT 'Witty, spicy, seductive' - HANNAH DOLBY 'Perfect for fans of Bridgerton' - DARCIE BOLEYN 'Fans of Heyer and Bridgerton rejoice!' - CHARLOTTE BUTTERFIELD 'A delicious slice of escapism' - LAURA WOOD 'Heart-thumping romance' - JENNI KEER

'If you're girding your loins for Bridgerton, you may want to indulge in this Regency romp' - THE TIMES Summer, 1817: Will this be the wedding... or the scandal of the season? 🧡 Sir Dominic De Lacy - one of the season's most eligible gentlemen - has recently proposed marriage... to a woman he scarcely knows. But his father's choice for him, Miss Maria Nightingale, seems amiable, and at 29, Dominic cannot live the life of a bachelor forever. He hopes he can provide a happy future for her as they learn to care for each other. Maria, however, has other ideas. Midway through their engagement celebrations, she confesses to Dominic that she is not Maria at all, but her identical twin sister, Margaret. Maria has disappeared, and Margaret's been persuaded to take her place until she's found - and for that she needs Dominic's help. The pair quickly find they make a formidable team, but with just three weeks to avoid the biggest scandal of the season, time is against them. But even if they find Maria, can they really hope the wedding will happen? Because, as they are starting to realise, chemistry can't be arranged - and Sir Dominic might just be engaged to the wrong Miss Nightingale... Readers can't get enough of Emma Orchard's books: 'An exciting new talent' - KATIE FFORDE 'Hot stuff. I loved it!' - FERN BRITTON 'Absolutely glorious' - SOPHIE IRWIN 'A delicious Regency romp' - ALAN TITCHMARSH 'Sensual and exciting' - HEIDI SWAIN 'Heyer with spice!' - LIZ FENWICK 'Witty, heartfelt, deeply emotionally authentic and incredibly sexy' - KATY MORAN 'Sexy, seductive and swoon worthy' - SARAH BENNETT 'Witty, spicy, seductive' - HANNAH DOLBY 'Perfect for fans of Bridgerton' - DARCIE BOLEYN 'Fans of Heyer and Bridgerton rejoice!' - CHARLOTTE BUTTERFIELD 'A delicious slice of escapism' - LAURA WOOD 'Heart-thumping romance' - JENNI KEER

"A complex, beautiful coming-of-age novel...a love story unlike any I've ever read." -ALI HAZELWOOD "An unforgettable read-cruel, beautiful, and propulsive." -EMMA BRODIE A sharp and provocative coming-of-age debut chronicling the turbulent romance between a brilliant economics grad student and a magnetic Wall Street banker two decades her senior. When Lili Marwan-seeking to escape the unrelenting pressures of her master's thesis, recent rejection from her foster family, and unresolved grief from the death of her parents-has an intense one-night stand with Aleksandr Petrov, her restless mind finally goes calm. At twenty-two, Lili is already opinionated beyond her years: whether it's astrology, democratic socialism, veganism, or the ravages of late-stage capitalism run rampant. But when a tall, dark stranger buys her a drink in a FiDi bar, she suddenly meets her match. Aleksandr is formidable, fiercely intelligent, and infuriatingly disarming. He's also more than two decades older than her, a Capricorn with a birth chart full of red flags, a neoliberal capitalist, and a strong believer in the power of free markets, having escaped the Soviet Union in its dying days. He's the opposite of Lili in nearly every way. He challenges her at every turn. And she can't stay away. Over the course of a heady New York City summer, Lili and Aleksandr reach across the divide of their differences and the decades of their lives, discovering startlingly shared experiences. Their casual arrangement-rough sex, hours where Lili does not need to make any decisions-gives way fast to an unexpected intimacy, by turns breathtaking, then devastating. As Lili struggles to understand herself and the complicated threads of her ambition, pain, and desire, she will have to decide: is she willing to risk great loss again, for the hope of profit that is finally within reach?

Discover Greece, Learn English, and Grow Wiser - All Through One Unforgettable Story. Have you ever dreamed of traveling to Greece? Of seeing the white houses of Santorini, tasting real Greek food, and walking where ancient philosophers once walked? Now you can - without leaving your home. Welcome to the World Explorer Academy. Join Ethan, Maya, Leo, Sofia, Noah, and Emma - six young students from around the world - as they travel to Greece on an exciting mission. Their goal is not to find treasure. Their goal is something much more valuable: to understand Greek wisdom and discover what makes this ancient culture so special. In this book, you will: Explore the famous Acropolis and the ancient Parthenon Taste delicious Greek food like moussaka, tzatziki, and baklava Learn about Greek hospitality and the meaning of "philoxenia" Dance to Greek music and join a real village festival Discover hidden places that tourists never see Understand the values that make Greece unique But this is not a textbook. This is a real story with real characters. You will learn English naturally - through conversation, culture, and adventure. Why this book is different: Written in simple, clear English for beginners (A1-A2 level) No boring grammar exercises - just an exciting story Learn new vocabulary in context, not through memorization Each chapter includes vocabulary, speaking practice, and comprehension questions Perfect for teenagers (12-18) and adult beginners By the end of this book, you will feel like you have truly visited Greece. You will understand its people, its food, and its wisdom. And you will be ready for the next adventure. Greece teaches us that true wisdom comes from asking questions, staying curious, and learning from the past. Are you ready to become a World Explorer? Open this book and start your journey today. Travel. Discover. Learn.

This bundle contains three sizzling hot teacher student taboo relationships including: Seducing The Hot Professor Shy Emma Gonzales has been pining for the hot professor living next door for years. The innocent young cheerleader even applied to the university where he teaches in hopes of getting him to finally notice her. When the hot older alpha male finds out and offers to tutor her in her home, she knew it was her chance to tempt him into taking her innocence. Will she succeed or will the more experienced professor take control just as he will take her for the first time, hard, fast, and without protection ? Violated by the Professors Amanda Meyer knows exactly how to be the perfect student. She's the teacher's pet in all her classes except one: Professor Tony Payne. What will happen when she is invited to his house for some co-curricular activities not of the educative nature? Will she get the grade she finally wanted, or will she fulfill all his naughtiest fantasies as she is taken for the first time by her professor, hard, fast, and without protection ? Submitting to the Gym Teacher Innocent Riley Cruz is finally graduating from high school! When her boyfriend coaxes her to give herself up to him for the first time, she couldn't refuse. The 18-year-old finds herself being tied up by her kinky boyfriend, only to be abandoned at the first sign of trouble! Quivering, she watched as her handsome gym teacher walks into the court, heat and power radiating from his being with every step he took. Join Riley in her void of ecstasy as she is taken for the first time by the older man, hard, fast, and without protection .

A warm, immersive way to learn Norwegian through story. The Raincoat: Bilingual Norwegian-English Stories for Kids is the second book in a unique 52-story reading system designed for young learners who want to acquire Norwegian naturally through stories, not memorisation or grammar drills. Continue Emma and Jonas's journey through a gentle Norwegian neighbourhood filled with small discoveries, changing seasons, friendly faces, and everyday adventures. From a yellow raincoat on a rainy day to a bus that waits, from a special stone found by the river to a snowman outside the school, each story transforms ordinary moments into experiences of curiosity, friendship, and wonder. This book introduces children to the rhythm of Norwegian life through familiar places and experiences: quiet streets, snowy landscapes, forests, rivers, school days, winter play, and the simple joys of time spent together. The writing blends clear, simple language with authentic Norwegian storytelling traditions, creating stories that feel like real children's literature rather than language lessons. This book continues a carefully structured progressive reading method designed to build fluency through repetition, context, and emotional engagement. Each book contains four interconnected stories that gradually increase in difficulty. Vocabulary is carefully controlled and recycled across the series, allowing young readers to grow in confidence naturally, one story at a time. At this A1-A2 Foundations level: Present tense remains dominant Sentences are short, clear, and easy to follow Core everyday vocabulary is repeated and reinforced Only a small number of new words are introduced in each story English translation support is included for comprehension and accessibility Rather than teaching Norwegian through grammar explanations, this method helps children absorb the language naturally through narrative immersion, developing reading confidence almost without noticing they are learning. Perfect for young beginners who want to discover Norwegian through the quiet magic hidden inside everyday moments.

In this clever and swoonworthy young adult rom-com from the New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis, life’s moving pieces bring rival chess players together in a match for the heart. “The perfect rivals-to-lovers romance. Check & Mate will have you swooning, laughing, staying up all night, and smiling so much your face hurts.”—Alex Aster, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Lightlark “Readers are going to ship Mallory and Nolan hard enough to break their sails.”—Emma Lord, New York Times bestselling author of When You Get the Chance Mallory Greenleaf is done with chess. Every move counts nowadays; after the sport led to the destruction of her family four years earlier, Mallory’s focus is on her mom, her sisters, and the dead-end job that keeps the lights on. That is, until she begrudgingly agrees to play in one last charity tournament and inadvertently wipes the board with notorious “Kingkiller” Nolan Sawyer: current world champion and reigning Bad Boy of chess. Nolan’s loss to an unknown rookie shocks everyone. What’s even more confusing? His desire to cross pawns again. What kind of gambit is Nolan playing? The smart move would be to walk away. Resign. Game over. But Mallory’s victory opens the door to sorely needed cash-prizes and despite everything, she can’t help feeling drawn to the enigmatic strategist. . . . As she rockets up the ranks, Mallory struggles to keep her family safely separated from the game that wrecked it in the first place. And as her love for the sport she so desperately wanted to hate begins to rekindle, Mallory quickly realizes that the games aren’t only on the board, the spotlight is brighter than she imagined, and the competition can be fierce (-ly attractive. And intelligent . . . and infuriating. . . .)

"A complex, beautiful coming-of-age novel...a love story unlike any I've ever read." -ALI HAZELWOOD "An unforgettable read-cruel, beautiful, and propulsive." -EMMA BRODIE A sharp and provocative coming-of-age debut chronicling the turbulent romance between a brilliant economics grad student and a magnetic Wall Street banker two decades her senior. When Lili Marwan-seeking to escape the unrelenting pressures of her master's thesis, recent rejection from her foster family, and unresolved grief from the death of her parents-has an intense one-night stand with Aleksandr Petrov, her restless mind finally goes calm. At twenty-two, Lili is already opinionated beyond her years: whether it's astrology, democratic socialism, veganism, or the ravages of late-stage capitalism run rampant. But when a tall, dark stranger buys her a drink in a FiDi bar, she suddenly meets her match. Aleksandr is formidable, fiercely intelligent, and infuriatingly disarming. He's also more than two decades older than her, a Capricorn with a birth chart full of red flags, a neoliberal capitalist, and a strong believer in the power of free markets, having escaped the Soviet Union in its dying days. He's the opposite of Lili in nearly every way. He challenges her at every turn. And she can't stay away. Over the course of a heady New York City summer, Lili and Aleksandr reach across the divide of their differences and the decades of their lives, discovering startlingly shared experiences. Their casual arrangement-rough sex, hours where Lili does not need to make any decisions-gives way fast to an unexpected intimacy, by turns breathtaking, then devastating. As Lili struggles to understand herself and the complicated threads of her ambition, pain, and desire, she will have to decide: is she willing to risk great loss again, for the hope of profit that is finally within reach?

In this clever and swoonworthy young adult rom-com from the New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis, life s moving pieces bring rival chess players together in a match for the heart. The perfect rivals-to-lovers romance. Check & Mate will have you swooning, laughing, staying up all night, and smiling so much your face hurts. Alex Aster, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Lightlark Readers are going to ship Mallory and Nolan hard enough to break their sails. Emma Lord, New York Times bestselling author of When You Get the Chance Mallory Greenleaf is done with chess. Every move counts nowadays; after the sport led to the destruction of her family four years earlier, Mallory s focus is on her mom, her sisters, and the dead-end job that keeps the lights on. That is, until she begrudgingly agrees to play in one last charity tournament and inadvertently wipes the board with notorious Kingkiller Nolan Sawyer: current world champion and reigning Bad Boy of chess. Nolan s loss to an unknown rookie shocks everyone. What s even more confusing? His desire to cross pawns again. What kind of gambit is Nolan playing? The smart move would be to walk away. Resign. Game over. But Mallory s victory opens the door to sorely needed cash-prizes and despite everything, she can t help feeling drawn to the enigmatic strategist. . . . As she rockets up the ranks, Mallory struggles to keep her family safely separated from the game that wrecked it in the first place. And as her love for the sport she so desperately wanted to hate begins to rekindle, Mallory quickly realizes that the games aren t only on the board, the spotlight is brighter than she imagined, and the competition can be fierce (-ly attractive. And intelligent . . . and infuriating. . . .)

The funny, propulsive new novel about hating your friends, hating what they bring out in you, hating how you pander to them, the perfect satirical summer read for fans of Emma Cline, Curtis Sittenfeld, and Ottessa Moshfegh. Longlisted for the 2026 Brooklyn Public Library Book Prize A LitHub most anticipated book of 2025 ' Exceptionally funny and entertaining ' Katy Hessel, bestselling author of The Story of Art Without Men 'A gorgeous book on being a hater, and I inhaled this in one sitting' Stylist Years after escaping her unbearable artworld friends in New York for a new life in London, an unnamed writer finds herself once more at their dinner table for a single, hideous evening. It's the day after the funeral of their mutual friend, a failed actress and - Eugene and Nicole, an artist-curator couple - are hosting a dinner party. If the narrator once loved and admired the couple and their important friends, she now despises them all. Most of all, however, she despises herself for being lured back to this cavernous apartment, to this hollow, bourgeois social set, for a dinner party that isn't even being thrown in their deceased friend's honour, but in the honour of an up-and-coming actress who is by now several hours late. As the guests sip at their drinks and await the actress's arrival, the narrator, from her vantage point in the corner seat of a white sofa entertains herself - and us - with a silent, tender, merciless takedown. A satire about friendship, capitalism, culture, and art, Happiness and Love is the razor-sharp new novel from an exciting literary voice. 'Bracing and funny and fiercely clever' Orlando Whitfield, Nero-award listed author of All that Glitters 'An ecstatic performance of heightened perception' Chris Kraus, bestselling author of I Love Dick 'Zeitgeist and timeless, cynical but not soulless. Fabulous!' Melissa Broder, author of Milk Fed and The Pisces

**FROM THE PRIZE-WINNING AUTHOR OF TRESPASSES ** A BOOK OF THE AUTUMN IN THE TIMES, GUARDIAN, IRISH TIMES, IRISH EXAMINER, COUNTRY & TOWNHOUSE AND MORE 'A transcendent exploration of yearning, transformation and rescue ' MIN JIN LEE 'Blisteringly good' GUARDIAN, BOOK OF THE DAY 'A masterwork ... Brutal and perfect' IRISH TIMES 'It's been a while since I felt this attached' JODIE COMER 'A triumph' SARAH MOSS, OBSERVER _____ Róisín and Red meet as teenagers in their small Irish hometown in 1982. Brilliant, sharp-tongued and born to slip through the cracks, Red's reputation for trouble precedes him - but Róisín finds herself swept up in his storm, and soon their connection deepens. When a brush with the law pushes Red into a corner, he escapes their town to start a new life in England. As the years pass, they remain tethered to one another, a fragile thread holding their once fierce friendship together. When Róisín arrives in London, the promise of freedom, of reinvention, and of finding her dear friend calls. But searching for Red leads Róisín to a truth darker than she could have imagined: when you go looking for someone you may uncover parts of yourself along the way that you'd rather stayed buried. And Red - bright, beautiful Red - might not want to be found at all. Stations is a devastating story of love and friendship, and a tender portrait of the choices we blithely make when we are young, unaware that the consequences will reverberate throughout our lives. _____ 'I gulped this down - convinced, fascinated and moved by every page' EMMA DONOGHUE 'I loved it for the way it holds a national sorrow' ANNE ENRIGHT 'Heartbreakingly real and utterly compelling' ROISÍN O'DONNELL 'Moving, compassionate, a touching love story' DAVID NICHOLLS

Nominated for the 2020 CILIP Carnegie MedalBridie lives on the remote Scottish island of Tornish, the youngest of three sisters. Although she loves her island, with its wild seas and big skies, she guiltily nurses a secret dream of flight - to America and the freedom of the New World. But her family are struggling under the spiteful oppression of the new Laird, and it seems that even some of the Laird's own household are desperate to leave. When the Laird's full cruelty becomes apparent, there's no more time for daydreams as Bridie needs to help the people she loves escape to safety.The first in a gripping, dramatic new series from much-loved author, Karen McCombie, read by Helen McAlpine.Cover illustrated by Jasu Hu."This involving, evocative tale, narrated by Bridie with a hint of period language, is a study of rich and poor, offering clearly-drawn characters."- Nicolette Jones, Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week"There's heart in this Scottish adventure. . . This is (Karen's) best. It has a vivid setting, emotional punch and characters to really care about." - Alex O'Connell, The Times, Children's Book of the Week"It may all seem a far cry from the "slushy, gushy love songs" of Ally's World. And yet here, as there, McCombie displays her gift, which is to create a narrator who sounds thoroughly convincing, and to inhabit the consciousness of a child." Emily Bearn, The Telegraph"Little Bird Flies by Karen McCombie is the evocative and beautifully written tale of Bridie (Little Bird) who dreams of a bigger life than the one she's destined for on her tiny Scottish isle of Tornish. With themes of immigration and prejudice and characters you'll root for, this will appeal to fans of Emma Carroll and Marie-Louise Jensen." - Michelle Harrison, author of A Pinch of Magic

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