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Titles in this set: Walk the Blue Fields So Late in the Day (Hardback) Description: Walk the Blue Fields A long-haired woman moves into the priest's house and sets fire to his furniture. That Christmas, the electricity goes out. A forester mortgages his land and goes off to a seaside town looking for a wife. He finds a woman eating alone in the hotel. A farmer wakes half-naked and realises the money is almost gone. And in the title story, a priest waits on the altar for a bride and battles, all that wedding day, with his memories of a love affair. In her long-awaited second collection, Claire Keegan observes an Ireland wrestling with its past. So Late in the Day (Hardback) After an uneventful Friday at the Dublin office, Cathal faces into the long weekend and takes the bus home. There, his mind agitates over a woman named Sabine with whom he could have spent his life, had he acted differently. All evening, with only the television and a bottle of champagne for company, thoughts of this woman and others intrude - and the true significance of this particular date is revealed. From one of the finest writers working today, Keegan's new story asks if a lack of generosity might ruin what could be between men and women.

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Titles in This Set : 1. The Edge Chronicles : The Curse of the Gloamglozer: First Book of Quint 2. The Edge Chronicles : The Winter Knights: Second Book of Quint 3. The Edge Chronicles : Clash of the Sky Galleons: Third Book of Quint 4. The Edge Chronicles : Beyond the Deepwoods: First Book of Twig 5. The Edge Chronicles : Stormchaser: Second Book of Twig 6. The Edge Chronicles : Midnight Over Sanctaphrax: Third Book of Twig Description : The Edge Chronicles 1: The Curse of the Gloamglozer: First Book of Quint Fourteen-year-old Quint Verginix is the only remaining son of famous sky-pirate Wind Jackal. He and his father have journeyed to the city of Sanctaphrax – a great floating rock, bound to the ground below by a chain, its inhabitants living with their heads literally in the clouds. The Edge Chronicles 2: The Winter Knights: Second Book of Quint Quint Verginix has enrolled as a squire in the Knight’s Academy. After his training, he will be able to pilot stormchaser sky-ships into the heart of Great Storms, and retrieve the solidified lightning – stormphrax – to weigh down the floating rock on which Sanctaphrax is built. But as a freezing winter takes hold, and the city strains to break free of its tether, ancient feuds threaten to tear its people apart. The Edge Chronicles 3: Clash of the Sky Galleons: Third Book of Quint Young sky-pirate Quint Verginix’s family was devastated when his mother and brothers were killed in a vicious arson attack. Now the treacherous quartermaster responsible, Turbot Smeal, has returned, and Quint and his father are determined to take revenge. The Edge Chronicles 4: Beyond the Deepwoods: First Book of Twig Abandoned at birth in the perilous Deepwoods, Twig Verginix is brought up by a family of woodtrolls. One cold night, Twig does what no woodtroll has ever done before – he strays from the path. So begins a heart-stopping adventure that will take Twig through a nightmare world of fearsome goblins, bloodthirsty beasts and flesh-eating trees. Can he discover the truth about his past? The Edge Chronicles 5: Stormchaser: Second Book of Twig Twig Verginix has now realised his dream of becoming a sky pirate, exploring the skies of the Edge as a crew-member of The Stormchaser. That is until Cloud Wolf forbids him from coming on the dangerous quest to collect stormphrax – a valuable substance created inside the heart of a Great Storm. The Edge Chronicles: Midnight Over Sanctaphrax: Third Book of Twig Twig Verginix has gained a formidable reputation as the young sky pirate captain who dared to sail over the Edge. But far out in open sky a storm is brewing. In its path lies Sanctaphrax – the great floating city tethered to the land by a massive chain.

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Titles in this set: Big Little Lies Three Wishes Nine Perfect Strangers Description: Big Little Lies Perfect families, perfect houses, perfect lives. Three mothers, Jane, Madeline and Celeste appear to have it all, until they find out just how easy it is for one little lie to spiral out of control . . . Single mum Jane has just moved to town. She's got her little boy in tow - plus a secret she's been carrying for five years. On the first day of the school run she meets Madeline - a force to be reckoned with, who remembers everything and forgives no one - and Celeste, the kind of beautiful woman who makes the world stop and stare, but is inexplicably ill at ease. They both take Jane under their wing - while careful to keep their own secrets under wraps. But a minor incident involving the children of all three women rapidly escalates: playground whispers become spiteful rumours until no one can tell the truth from the lies . . . It was always going to end in tears, but how did it end in murder? Three Wishes They say trouble always comes in threes . . . For sisters Lyn, Cat and Gemma Kettle, the year they turn thirty-three is no exception. Sensible Lyn is struggling to balance being a mother, wife and businesswoman without losing her mind. Cat, whose perfect marriage is the envy of all her friends, never suspected that her husband had been hiding a secret that will tear her life apart. Directionless Gemma, who changes jobs and boyfriends every few months, has just met a new man who could be the one to unlock her hidden past. The bonds of these sisters are strong enough to withstand whatever life throws at them. That is until the night of their thirty-fourth birthday dinner, when home truths are revealed and things are said that can't be taken back . . . Nine Perfect Strangers Nine perfect strangers, each hiding an imperfect life. A luxury retreat cut off from the outside world. Ten days that promise to change your life. But some promises - like some lives - are perfect lies . . .

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Title In This Set : 1. BOOT small robot BIG adventure 2. The Rusty Rescue 3. The Creaky Creatures Description : BOOT small robot, BIG adventure When toy robot, Boot, wakes up at a scrapyard, it has no idea how it got there and why it isn't with its owner, Beth. It only has two and a half glitchy memories, but it knows it was loved, which means something important to humans. Boot soon realises its emotions make it different to other robots, who just function and don't think. Boot is scared but tries to be brave, which is hard when its screen keeps showing a wobbly, worried face. Luckily Boot meets Noke and Red - other 'advanced' robots who have learned to survive in secret. The Rusty Rescue Toy robot Boot has come a long way since it woke up in a scrapyard with only two and a half glitchy memories. It has a home with its robot pals in an abandoned amusement arcade, and has discovered what true happiness is - although it's still not sure why humans are so leaky and weird ... But when Boot and the gang stumble upon Rusty, an old, broken robot, forgotten in the back of a testing lab, it's time to spring into action. Boot knows there's something special about Rusty - but can they free the old robot and help it find its purpose? The Creaky Creatures Boot was once a toy robot, but it has come a long way since it was scrapped and woke back up with only two-and-a-half glitchy memories. When Boot catches sight of a robot pet it used to know - Mr Piggles - our hero and pals follow it to a beautiful green square in the city of skyscrapers. Here they find not just real nature, but also a haven for broken and rejected pets. They also meet the children who look after the pets, and for whom this green space is a sanctuary too. But Boot is distracted by its emotions, swinging from happy to sad …

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Titles In The Set: 1. The Last Hour 2. The Lost Ten 3. The Return 4. The Burning Road Description: The Last Hour A lone figure stands silhouetted atop the Mausoleum of Hadrian. Behind him, the sun is setting over the centre of the known world. Far below, the river is in full flood. The City of Rome lies spread out before him on the far bank. Footsteps pound up the stairs. He's been set up. An enemy is closing in; he is cornered. He jumps. Bruised and battered, he crawls out of the raging river. He is alone and unarmed, without money or friends, trapped in a deadly conspiracy at the heart of the Empire. The City Watch has orders to take him alive; other, more sinister, forces want him dead. As the day dies, he realises he has only 24 hours to expose the conspirators, and save the leader of the world. If the Emperor dies, chaos and violence will ensue. If the Emperor dies, every single person he loves will die. He must run, bluff, hide and fight his way across the Seven Hills. He must reach the Colosseum, and the Emperor. He must make it to The Last Hour. The Lost Ten No man who enters the Castle of Silence ever walks out alive. A remote fortress prison set high in the mountains, escape is impossible - and to break someone out, unthinkable. But this is exactly what Roman officer Marcus Aelius Valens must do. Tasked with rescuing the young Prince Sasan, Valens leads a small, elite squad of soldiers across Mesopotamia and into the mountains south of the Caspian Sea. As they journey deeper into enemy territory, the ten begin to die or disappear, one by one. And with the rescue fast becoming a suicide mission, Valens must marshal this disparate group of men - or suffer the same fate as all those who have made the journey before him... The Return 145BC - CALABRIA, ANCIENT ROME. After many years of spilling blood for Rome, Gaius Furius Paullus has returned home to spend his remaining days working quietly on the family farm. But it seems death has followed Paullus from the battlefield. Just days after his arrival, bodies start appearing - murdered and mutilated. And as the killings continue, and panic spreads, the war hero becomes the prime suspect. After all, Paullus has butchered countless enemies on the battlefield - could he have brought his habit home with him? With the psychological effects of combat clouding every thought, Paullus must use all his soldier's instincts to hunt the real killer. Because if they are not brought to justice soon, he may become the next victim. The Burning Road AD265 - In the shadow of Mount Etna, slaves are rising up. As the rebel leader declares Sicily the new land of the free, men and women are slaughtered, and cities across the island are sacked and burned. When a ship is wrecked off the island's west coast, all but two survivors are cut down in the surf by the rebel slaves. Ballista, an experienced Roman soldier, has always found a way to survive against the odds - but his son Marcus is still just a boy. With the...

Brand: Zaffre

Titles in this set: 1. Starter For Ten 2. The Understudy 3. One Day 4. Us 5. Sweet Sorrow Description: Starter For Ten A comedy about love, class, growing up and the all-important difference between knowledge and wisdom It's 1985 and Brian Jackson has arrived at university with a burning ambition - to make it onto TV's foremost general knowledge quiz. But no sooner has he embarked on 'The Challenge' than he finds himself falling hopelessly in love with his teammate, the beautiful and charismatic would-be actress Alice Harbinson. When Alice fails to fall for his slightly over-eager charms, Brian comes up with a foolproof plan to capture her heart once and for all: he's going to win the game, at any cost. Because - after all - everyone knows that what a woman really wants from a man is a comprehensive grasp of general knowledge . . . The Understudy A scintillating comedy of ambition, celebrity, jealousy and love For Josh Harper, being in show-business means everything he ever wanted: money, fame, a beautiful wife and a lead role on the London stage. For Stephen C. McQueen, it means being stuck with an unfortunate name, a hopeless agent and a job as understudy to Josh Harper, the 12th Sexiest Man in the World. When Stephen falls in love with Josh's clever, funny wife, Nora, things get even more difficult. But might there yet be a way for Stephen to get his big break? One Day TWENTY YEARS, TWO PEOPLE, ONE DAY 15th July 1988. Emma and Dexter meet for the first time on the night of their graduation. Tomorrow they must go their separate ways. So where will they be on this one day next year? And the year after that? And every year that follows? Us A brilliant, bittersweet novel about love and family, husbands and wives, parents and children Douglas and Connie - scientist and artist, husband and wife - live a quiet and quietly unremarkable life in the suburbs of London. Until, suddenly, after more than twenty years of marriage, Connie decides she wants a divorce. Heartbroken but determined, Douglas comes up with the perfect plan: he is going to win back the love of his wife and the respect of Albie, their teenage son, by organising the holiday of a lifetime. The hotels are booked, the tickets bought, the itinerary planned and printed. What could possibly go wrong? Sweet Sorrow A tragicomedy about the rocky path to adulthood and that one summer that changes your life forever It's summer 1997, school is over and Charlie Lewis's life is in shambles. His family is breaking up, his father is falling apart and the long, empty holidays stretch ahead towards an uncertain future. And then, quite by chance, Charlie meets Fran Fisher and it's as if a new world has opened before him. But can it last?

Brand: Hachette

Titles in this set: There’s a Mouse in Space The Hunt for the Golden Book There’s a Pirate on the Internet Case of the Chocolate Thief Championship Finals In New Mouse City The Ghost of the Colosseum A Sticky Situation The Night of the Were-Pumpkins Happy Birthday, Geronimo! Mystery of the Giant Pearl. Description: Geronimo Stilton is not strong, he’s not bold, and he’s DEFINITELY not brave. Adventure?! What’s wrong with staying at home with a box of cheesy chews? From Cacklefur Castle, Rome, under the sea and outer space, Geronimo is in for an adventure of a lifetime! The Geronimo Stilton series is perfect for 5-to-8-year-olds and reluctant readers due to its expressive typeset, fun illustrations and humorous stories. There’s a Mouse in Space 00G reporting for duty. Geronimo has been tasked with finding out what, or rather who, has been terrorising New Mouse City. But first he must get out of his pyjamas and head to space on board the Ratollo 16. Can this rookie adjust to being an astronaut, save New Mouse City and become a true hero? The Hunt for the Golden Book It’s Geronimo’s tenth anniversary of writing adventure stories! Grandfather William is organising an enormouse party and has asked Geronimo to write and publish The Golden Book in only seven days … mouldy mozzarella! To make matters worse, someone is trying to sabotage everything. Can this ’fraidy mouse catch the culprit and finish writing the book in time for the party? There’s a Pirate on the Internet Geronimo Stilton is a kind, frugal mouse. So when nasty emails get sent from Geronimo’s email address and expensive packages begin to turn up on his doorstep … something has gone terribly wrong! A thief has stolen Geronimo’s identity and is using his name to do horrible things online. Geronimo teams up with Professor Margo Bitmouse and hops on the internet to track down the thief. The Case of the Chocolate Thief Plans for The Spring Festival are underway and Geronimo has a lot of cheese on his plate. There has been an eggnapping! The world famouse Mousebergé Egg from the Mouseum has been stolen! The Spring Festival will be ruined if Geronimo can’t crack the case and catch the thief in time. Championship Finals in New Mouse City The Super Cup has come to New Mouse City! Geronimo’s favourite teams, the Squeakers and Turbo Cheese have made it to the championship finals. But suspicions arise when the Mighty Mice and Sewer Rats keep scoring … without trying! It’s up to Geronimo to figure out who is cheating and make sure the best team wins the trophy. The Ghost of the Colosseum Geronimo’s nephew, Benjamin, is struggling with history at school. To improve his grades, Geronimo takes him on a trip to Rome, Italy to see how mouserific history can be! However, there is no time to learn about Roman history … A ghost has been haunting the Colosseum and Geronimo has been recruited to solve this fur-curling mystery! The Sticky Situation The Stilton family farm has started making its own honey. But...

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Introducing the Fredrik Backman 4 Books Collection: A Literary Journey of Depth, Emotion, and Resilience Fredrik Backman, the acclaimed Swedish author, has captivated readers worldwide with his poignant storytelling and deeply human characters. In this exclusive collection, we bring together four of Backman's most compelling novels, each offering a unique exploration of the complexities of human nature. From the gripping small-town drama of Beartown and its electrifying sequel Us Against You to the heartwarming tales of The Winners and Anxious People, this collection promises an immersive reading experience that will leave a lasting impact on your heart and mind. Grab all four books in this thrilling collection, now available in stock at Books2Door. Titles in this set: 1. Beartown 2. Us Against You 3. The Winners 4. Anxious People Step into the atmospheric town of Beartown, where ice hockey is not just a sport, but a lifeline for the community. In this emotionally charged tale, Backman delves deep into the hopes, dreams, and secrets of a small town on the edge. As the community's spirit hangs in the balance, a shocking event takes place, shaking Beartown to its core. Through vivid prose and complex character development, Backman explores themes of loyalty, friendship, and the sacrifices individuals are willing to make to protect what they hold dear. Continuing the gripping saga of Beartown, Us Against You takes readers back to the town on the brink of collapse. As old alliances crumble and new rivalries emerge, the community is torn apart, leaving its inhabitants grappling with grief, vengeance, and the relentless pursuit of redemption. Backman skillfully weaves together the lives of his characters, portraying their struggles and resilience against a backdrop of social upheaval and personal tragedy. With raw emotion and profound insight, this sequel offers a masterful exploration of the power of unity, even in the face of overwhelming adversity. In The Winners, Backman takes a departure from the ice rinks and small towns, offering a collection of short stories that celebrate the beauty of ordinary lives. Through a diverse array of characters and narratives, Backman effortlessly captures the extraordinary moments hidden within everyday existence. From an elderly woman determined to win a marathon to a young girl who discovers the magic of a forgotten letter, each story brims with warmth, humour, and the inherent triumph of the human spirit. Prepare to be enchanted as Backman reminds us that heroes can be found in the most unexpected places. Prepare to be swept away by a captivating blend of comedy and compassion in Anxious People. When a failed bank robbery turns into an unexpected hostage situation, an eclectic group of strangers finds themselves bound together in a most extraordinary way. As tensions rise and secrets unravel, Backman masterfully explores the intricacies of human behaviour, delving into themes of forgiveness, empathy, and the...

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Titles in this set: The Kind Worth Killing All the Beautiful Lies Before She Knew Him Every Vow You Break Description: The Kind Worth Killing You should never talk to strangers With his flight delayed, Ted Severson meets Lily Kintner, a magnetic stranger, in an airport bar. In the netherworld of international travel and too many martinis, he confesses his darkest secrets, about his wife’s infidelity and how he wishes her dead. Without missing a beat Lily offers to help him carry out the task… All the Beautiful Lies On the eve of his college graduation, Harry is called home by his step-mother Alice, to their house on the Maine coast, following the unexpected death of his father. But who really is Alice, his father’s much younger second wife? In a brilliant split narrative, Peter Swanson teases out the stories and damage that lie in her past. And as her story entwines with Harry’s in the present, things grow increasingly dark and threatening – will Harry be able to see any of it clearly through his own confused feelings? Before She Knew Him When Hen and Lloyd move into their new house, they’re relieved to meet another childless couple in their neighbourhood, Matthew and Mira. But when they’re invited over for dinner, Hen thinks she sees something suspicious in Matthew’s study. Could this mild-mannered schoolteacher really be hiding a dark secret, one that only Hen might know about? And even if she’s right, who would believe her? Every Vow You Break After a whirlwind, fairytale romance, Abigail Baskin marries freshly-minted Silicon Valley millionaire Bruce Lamb. For their honeymoon, he whisks her away to an exclusive retreat at a friend’s resort off the Maine coast on Heart Pond Island. But once there, Abigail’s perfect new life threatens to crash down around her as she recognises one of their fellow guests as the good looking, charismatic stranger who weeks earlier had seduced her at her own Bachelorette party…

Brand: Faber

The Sinclair’s Mysteries is a thrilling series of children’s books written by Katherine Woodfine. The series is set in Edwardian London and follows the adventures of Sophie Taylor, a young girl who becomes embroiled in a series of mysteries and conspiracies surrounding Sinclair's department store, where she works as a shop assistant. The series is full of intrigue, suspense, and twists and turns that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. The first book in the series is titled The Clockwork Sparrow and introduces us to Sophie, a young girl who is determined to make a success of herself in the big city. Sophie’s world is turned upside down when a valuable object, the clockwork sparrow, is stolen from Sinclair’s department store. Sophie becomes embroiled in a dangerous plot to steal the sparrow, and she must use her wits and bravery to solve the mystery and save the day. The second book, The Jewelled Moth, takes Sophie on another thrilling adventure. This time, she is tasked with helping a young heiress retrieve a stolen piece of jewellery, the jewelled moth. The mystery takes her to the seedy underworld of London’s East End, where she encounters a group of dangerous criminals and must rely on her quick thinking and courage to survive. The third book, The Painted Dragon, sees Sophie investigating the mysterious disappearance of a priceless painting from Sinclair’s department store. This time, Sophie is joined by a new friend, Billy, who helps her navigate the dangerous world of art thieves and forgers. Together, they must solve the mystery and bring the culprits to justice. One of the strengths of The Sinclair’s Mysteries series is the vivid portrayal of Edwardian London. Woodfine’s attention to detail creates a rich and immersive world that readers will find both familiar and fascinating. From the bustling streets of the West End to the murky alleys of the East End, the series takes readers on a journey through a bygone era. Another strength of the series is the character development of Sophie. Over the course of the books, we see her grow from a timid shop assistant into a brave and resourceful detective. Her determination, intelligence, and courage make her a compelling and inspiring protagonist, and readers will find themselves rooting for her every step of the way. The Sinclair’s Mysteries series is a must-read for any budding young detective. With its intriguing plotlines, engaging characters, and vivid setting, the series is sure to captivate readers of all ages. Whether you’re a fan of historical fiction, detective stories, or just a good old-fashioned adventure, you won’t be disappointed by Katherine Woodfine’s thrilling series. Titles In This Set: The Midnight Peacock The Painted Dragon The Clockwork Sparrow The Jewelled Moth From the publisher: The Midnight Peacock A fast-paced historical mystery adventure for readers aged 9+ years, with gorgeous Edwardian period detail. Perfect for fans of Chris Riddell's Goth Girl series, Enid...

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Titles in this set: 1. The Coworker 2. The Teacher 3. The Inmate Description: The Coworker Two women. An office filled with secrets. One terrible crime that can't be taken back. Dawn Schiff is strange. At least, everyone thinks so at Vixed, the nutritional supplement company where Dawn works as an accountant. She never says the right thing. She has no friends. And she is always at her desk at precisely 8:45 a.m. So when Dawn doesn't show up to the office one morning, her coworker Natalie Farrell―beautiful, popular, top sales rep five years running―is surprised. Then she receives an unsettling, anonymous phone call that changes everything… It turns out Dawn wasn't just an awkward outsider―she was being targeted by someone close. And now Natalie is irrevocably tied to Dawn as she finds herself caught in a twisted game of cat and mouse that leaves her wondering: who's the real victim? But one thing is incredibly clear: somebody hated Dawn Schiff. Enough to kill. The Teacher Eve has a good life. She gets up each day, gets a kiss from her husband Nate, and heads off to teach math at the local high school. All is as it should be. Except… Last year, Caseham High was rocked by a scandal, with one student, Addie, at its center. And this year, Eve is dismayed to find the girl in her class. Addie can't be trusted. She lies. She hurts people. She destroys lives. At least, that's what everyone says. But nobody knows the real Addie. Nobody knows the secrets that could destroy her. And Addie will do anything to keep it quiet. The Inmate The guiltiest people aren't always the ones behind bars… As a new nurse practitioner at a maximum-security prison, Brooke Sullivan is taught three crucial rules: Treat all prisoners with respect. Never reveal any personal information. Never EVER become too friendly with the inmates. But nobody knows that Brooke has already broken the rules. Nobody knows about her intimate connection to Shane Nelson, one of the penitentiary's most notorious and dangerous inmates. They certainly don't know that Shane was Brooke's high school sweetheart―the star quarterback, the golden boy who's serving a life sentence for a series of grisly murders. Or that Brooke's testimony was what put him there. But Shane knows. He knows more than anyone. And he will never forget.

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Titles In This Set : 1. Virgin River 2. Shelter Mountain 3. Whispering Rock 4. A Virgin River Christmas 5. Second Chance Pass 6. Temptation Ridge 7. Paradise Valley 8. Angel's Peak 9. Forbidden Falls 10. Moonlight Road Description : Virgin River When the recently widowed Melinda Monroe sees an advert for a midwife in the remote town of Virgin River, she decides this is the perfect place to escape her heartache, and to revitalise the nursing career she loves. However, her hopes are dashed within an hour of arriving: the cabin is uninhabitable, the roads are treacherous and the local doctor wants nothing to do with her. But when a tiny baby is abandoned on a front porch, Mel must decide whether to stay and help or cut her losses and leave. Helped by local barman, and former marine, Jack Sheridan, Mel must face her past, and finds that there may be a future in Virgin River after all. Shelter Mountain For the second time in a year, a woman arrives in the small town of Virgin River trying to escape the past. John 'Preacher' Middleton is about to close the bar when a young woman and her three-year-old son come in out of the wet October night. An ex-marine who has seen his share of pain, Preacher knows a crisis when he sees one and this woman is certainly frightened and in need of help. But Preacher's instinct to protect is more than an engrained sense of duty, for Paige Lassiter has stirred up emotions in him — emotions that he has never before allowed himself to feel. When Paige's ex-husband turns up in Virgin River and secrets are revealed, Preacher knows his own future hangs in the balance. But if there's one thing the marines has taught him, it's that some things are worth fighting for... Whispering Rock When Mike Valenzuela agrees to become the town's first policeman, he does so knowing it's time he settled down. With his friends happily married, he longs for the same commitment and believes he may have found it in Virgin River. Lawyer, Brie Sheridan has come to Virgin River to find a safe haven after nearly losing her life at the hands of a criminal. She finds a kindred spirit in policeman Mike — someone also committed to protecting those in trouble. But this time Brie is the one in trouble, and Mike will do anything to help Brie be free of her painful memories and learn to trust again. While Virgin River can help them face their past, can it give them both the future they deserve? A Virgin River Christmas Last Christmas Marcie Sullivan said a final goodbye to her husband Bobby. This Christmas she's come to Virgin River to find the man who saved his life, and gave her three more years with him. Fellow marine Ian Buchanan dragged Bobby to safety in Fallujah four years ago then disappeared. Since then, Marcie's letters to Ian have gone unanswered. When Marcie tracks Ian to the tiny mountain town of Virgin River she finds a man haunted by his past and afraid to look to his future. Not easily scared off, Marcie pushes her way into Ian's reclusive...

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Titles in this set: The Missionary Position Mortality God Is Not Great Hitch 22 Description: The Missionary Position In this frank and damning exposé of the Teresa cult, Hitchens details the nature and limits of one woman's mission to help the world's poor. He probes the source of the heroic status bestowed upon an Albanian nun whose only declared wish was to serve God. He asks whether Mother Teresa's good works answered any higher purpose than the need of the world's privileged to see someone, somewhere, doing something for the Third World. Mortality During the American book tour for his memoir, Hitch-22, Christopher Hitchens collapsed in his hotel room with excruciating pain in his chest. As he would later write in the first of a series of deeply moving Vanity Fair pieces, he was being deported 'from the country of the well across the stark frontier that marks off the land of malady.' Over the next year he experienced the full force of modern cancer treatment. God Is Not Great God Is Not Great is the ultimate case against religion. In a series of acute readings of the major religious texts, Christopher Hitchens demonstrates the ways in which religion is man-made, dangerously sexually repressive and distorts the very origins of the cosmos. Above all, Hitchens argues that the concept of an omniscient God has profoundly damaged humanity. Hitch 22 In this long-awaited and candid memoir, Hitchens re-traces the footsteps of his life to date, from his childhood in Portsmouth, with his adoring, tragic mother and reserved Naval officer father; to his life in Washington DC, the base from which from he would launch fierce attacks on tyranny of all kinds.

Brand: Atlantic Books

The Enemy Series by Charlie Higson is a thrilling and gripping collection of novels that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Set in post-apocalyptic London, the series follows a group of children and teenagers who have survived a mysterious virus that has killed all the adults, leaving them to fend for themselves in a world overrun by zombies. The first book in the series, The Enemy, introduces us to the central characters, including Callum, a resourceful and determined boy, and Jester, a charismatic leader who is fiercely protective of his group of children. As the children struggle to survive in a world filled with danger, they are constantly on the lookout for the "grown-ups," the infected adults who have been turned into violent, zombie-like creatures. As the series progresses, the children face a variety of challenges, including rival groups of survivors, dangerous predators, and the ever-present threat of the "grown-ups." The characters are well-developed and relatable, and readers will find themselves rooting for them as they fight to stay alive and protect each other. For more spooky reads, check out our Teens & YA collection. Titles in This Set: The Enemy The Dead The Fear The Sacrifice The Fallen The Hunted The End Description from the publisher: The Enemy Charlie Higson's The Enemy is the first in a jaw-dropping zombie horror series for teens. Everyone over the age of fourteen has succumbed to a deadly zombie virus, and now the kids must keep themselves alive. When the sickness came, every parent, police officer, politician - every adult fell ill. The lucky ones died. The others are crazed, confused and hungry. Only children under fourteen remain, and they're fighting to survive. Now there are rumours of a safe place to hide. And so a gang of children begin their quest across London, where all through the city - down alleyways, in deserted houses, underground - the grown-ups lie in wait. But can they make it there - alive? The Dead The Dead is the second book in Charlie Higson's jaw-dropping zombie horror series for teens. Everyone over the age of fourteen has succumbed to a deadly zombie virus, and now the kids must keep themselves alive. A terrible disease is striking everyone over the age of fourteen. Death walks the streets. Nowhere is safe. Maxie, Blue and the rest of the Holloway crew aren't the only kids trying to escape the ferocious adults who prey on them. Jack and Ed are best friends, but their battle to stay alive tests their friendship to the limit as they go on the run with a mismatched group of other kids - nerds, fighters, and misfits. And one adult, Greg, a butcher, who claims he's immune to the disease. They must work together if they want to make it in this terrifying new world. But when fresh disaster threatens to overwhelm London, they realize they won't all survive... The Fear The sickness struck everyone over the age of fourteen. Mothers and fathers, older brothers, sisters and best friends. No one...

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Titles in Set 1. Beast Quest Ferno 2. Beast Quest Sepron 3. Beast Quest Arcta 4. Beast Quest Tagus 5. Beast Quest Nanook 6. Beast Quest Epos Description: Beast Quest Ferno An evil wizard has enchanted the magical beasts of Avantia - only a true hero can free the beasts and stop them from destroying the land. Is Tom the hero Avantia has been waiting for? Join Tom as he braves Ferno the fire dragon... Beast Quest Sepron Avantia is under threat from its magical Beasts, which have been enchanted by an evil wizard. To save his land and his people, Tom must battle Sepron the Sea Serpent in the depths of the ocean - will he succeed? Beast Quest Arcta Tom must free the magical beasts of Avantia from an evil spell. Armed with a sword and shield from the Wizard Aduro, Tom sets off to face Arcta the mountain giant. Can Tom save his land from destruction? Beast Quest Tagus Avantia needs a hero. Under the spell of an evil wizard, the magical beasts that once protected the land are destroying it. Tagus the horse-man is terrorising the people and animals in the plains - can Tom stop him? Beast Quest Nanook The magical Beasts of Avantia are under the power of an evil wizard. Tom journeys to the wilds of the frozen north, searching for Nanook the snow monster. Beast Quest Epos An evil wizard is using Avantia's magical Beasts to destroy the land. Epos the Flame Bird is said to be the most terrifying of the Beasts – can Tom free her from her enchantment and save Avantia? Adam Blade presents the first series of the epic adventure Beast Quest in this 6 book box set. An evil wizard has enchanted the magical Beasts of Avantia, only true heroes can free the beasts and save the kingdom, could that hero be you? This series is perfect for children aged 7+ who have an interest in magical adventures and monsters.

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Titles in This Set: 1. Cuckoo Song 2. Verdigris Deep 3. Gullstruck Island Description: Verdigris Deep Everyone should read Frances Hardinge. Everyone. Right now.' Patrick Ness Verdigris n. a blue-green rust that tarnishes ageing and forgotten copper coins, altering them entirely . One evening, Ryan and his friends steal some coins from a well. Soon after, strange things begin to happen. Peculiar marks burn on Ryan's knuckles and light bulbs mysteriously explode. Then the well witch appears, with her fountains for eyes and gargled demands. From now on the children must serve her - and the wishes rotting at the bottom of her wel Cuckoo Song The first things to shift were the doll's eyes, the beautiful grey-green glass eyes. Slowly they swivelled, until their gaze was resting on Triss's face. Then the tiny mouth moved, opened to speak. What are you doing here?' It was uttered in tones of outrage and surprise, and in a voice as cold and musical as the clinking of cups. 'Who do you think you are? This is my family.' When Triss wakes up after an accident, she knows that something is very wrong. She is insatiably hungry; her sister seems scared of her and her parents whisper behind closed doors. She looks through her diary to try to remember, but the pages have been ripped out. Gullstruck Island Chosen as one of Time Magazine's 100 Best Young Adult Books of All Time, Gullstruck Island is a vibrant and exciting novel, in a beautifully imagined setting, by Frances Hardinge, the Costa Award winning author The Lie Tree. On Gullstruck Island the volcanoes quarrel, beetles sing danger and occasionally a Lost is born . . .In the village of the Hollow Beasts live two sisters. Arilou is a Lost - a child with the power to depart her body and mind-fly with the winds - and Hathin is her helper. Together they hide a dangerous secret, until sinister events threaten to uncover it. With a blue-skinned hunter on their trail and a dreadlocked warrior beside them, they must escape, or risk everything. Can the fate of two children decide the future of Gullstruck Island.

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Titles In The Set: 1. The Atlas Six 2. The Atlas Paradox(Hardback) Description: The Atlas Six SIX EXTRAORDINARY MAGICIANS FIVE CHANCES TO WIN ONE SECRET SOCIETY Once a decade, the world's best magicians are invited to join the elite Alexandrian Society. Its members enjoy a lifetime of power and access to ancient secrets. But only five places are offered. So, after recruitment by the mysterious Atlas Blakely, the candidates must complete a rigorous year of arcane study. Libby Rhodes and Nico de Varona are inseparable enemies and cosmologists who can control matter with their minds. Parisa Kamali is a telepath, Reina Mori understands the flow of life itself and Callum Nova can manipulate desires. Finally, there's Tristan Caine, whose powers mystify even himself. The rivals must survive their trials. And if they can prove themselves, they will. Most of them. The Atlas Paradox(Hardback) SIX COMPETED. FIVE ENTERED THE SOCIETY. NOW TWO PATHS LIE AHEAD. The world's best magicians were offered a choice. Could they kill one of their number for limitless power? For most, the decision seemed easy. Then everything went wrong. Tristan and Nico are both convinced Libby never died, despite seeing her body. Nico recruits his closest friend to hunt down his nearest rival. But Tristan embarks on increasingly hazardous attempts to unlock his powers. And within the Society's claustrophobic headquarters, the other initiates are unravelling. Parisa Kamali has unlocked something dangerous within Dalton's mind. Reina Mori is barred from knowledge she's become desperate to acquire. And Callum Nova, marked for *death, remains ominously alive. As events gather momentum, alliances fracture and enemies aren't quite what they seemed. The new recruits are aware that the Alexandrian Society possesses raw, world-changing power: Yet the morals of Atlas Blakely, their elusive Caretaker, 'seem increasingly questionable. They'll be Forced to choose a faction, but what else must they sacrifice for knowledge? And where - or when - is Libby Rhodes?

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Titles in this Set: The Yorkshire Shepherdess Adventures Of The Yorkshire Shepherdess A Year in the Life of the Yorkshire Shepherdess Description: The Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen has been seen by millions on ITV's The Dales and Channel 5's Our Yorkshire Farm, living a life that has almost gone in today's modern world, a life ruled by the seasons and her animals. She is a farmer's wife and shepherdess, living alongside her husband Clive and seven children at Ravenseat, a 2000 acre sheep hill farm at the head of Swaledale in North Yorkshire. It's a challenging life but one she loves. Adventures Of The Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen loves her traditional life on her hill farm alongside her nine children and husband Clive. And, as readers of her previous bestsellers will know, every day at Ravenseat brings surprises. In Adventures of the Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda takes us from her familys desperate race to save a missing calf to finding her bra has been repurposed as a house martins nest, and from wild swimming to the brutal winter that almost brought her to her knees. As busy as she is with her family and flock though, an exciting new project soon catches her eye. A Year in the Life of the Yorkshire Shepherdess From bestselling author Amanda Owen come more stories of life at Ravenseat, the remote Yorkshire hill farm she shares with husband Clive, eight children and 1,000 sheep. In A Year in the Life of the Yorkshire Shepherdess she describes the age-old cycles of a farming year and the constant challenges the family faces, from being cut off in winter to tending their flock on some of Yorkshire's highest, bleakest moors land so inaccessible that in places it can only be reached on foot.

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Titles In The Set: 1) How The Secret Changed My Life (Hardback) 2) The Greatest Secret (Hardback) 3) The Secret to Love, Health, and Money (Paperback) Description: How The Secret Changed My Life (Hardback) Since the very first publication of The Secret a decade ago, Rhonda Byrne’s bestselling book has brought forth an explosion of real people sharing real stories of how their lives have miraculously changed for the better. How The Secret Changed My Life presents a selection of the most heartwarming and moving stories in one inspirational volume. Each story provides an authentic, real-life illustration of the pathway that leads to success in every area of life: money, health, relationships, love, family and career. The people in How The Secret Changed My Life show time and again that no one is excluded from living the life of their dreams. The Greatest Secret (Hardback) The book reflects Rhonda s own journey, and shares the most direct way out for those experiencing hardship and the path to end pain and suffering endured by so many, and shines a light on a future without anxiety or fear. Filled with accessible practices that can be immediately put to use and profound revelations that take the reader on an incomparable journey, Rhonda s discovery is reinforced throughout by the revelatory words of sages from around the world, past and present. The Secret showed you how to create anything you want to be, do, or have. Nothing has changed it is as true today as it ever was. This book reveals the greatest discovery a human being can ever make, and shows you the way out of negativity, problems, and what you don t want, to a life of permanent happiness and bliss. From The Greatest Secret. The Secret to Love, Health, and Money (Paperback) In THE SECRET TO LOVE, HEALTH AND MONEY, Rhonda Byrne presents many inspiring examples of real-life cases from people who have used The Secret to achieve personal happiness, wellbeing and success. Subjects covered in Part I include the power of positive thoughts and feelings, gratitude in relationships, imagining the perfect partner, and the creative process for attracting new and better relationships.

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Titles In This Set : 1. Collins Quiz Night 2. Collins Quiz Master 3. Collins Pub Quiz 4. Ultimate Pop Master Description : Collins Quiz Night: 10,000 original questions in 500 quizzes Quizzing has never been so much fun. Quench your thirst for quiz trivia, with 500 new quizzes to test the brain cells in this bumper new edition of 10,000 questions. Perfect for playing with friends and family! These quizzes are suitable for all ages. good clean fun for all. The answers are quick and easy to find so that anyone can pick this up and become a quiz master or train for the next challenge.10,000 general knowledge and themed questions and answers, will keep even the keenest quizzer occupied for ages. Collins Quiz Master: 10,000 general knowledge questions Run your own pub quiz with 500 brand new general knowledge quizzes. With 10,000 questions arranged in easy, medium and difficult categories, you can set the pace as quiz master for your friends and family, or pit yourself against the Collins Quiz Master in a battle of wits. Collins Pub Quiz: 10,000 easy, medium and difficult questions Covering everything from pop stars to death stars, rounds are a mixture of themed and pot luck with questions from teasers to ones that will scramble even an egghead’s brains. Perfect for playing with friends and family! Ultimate Pop Master: Over 1,500 brand new questions from the iconic BBC Radio 2 quiz Get ready to take on the ultimate PopMaster challenge from the minds behind BBC Radio 2's iconic quiz. Every weekday morning over eight million people across the nation stop what they're doing, fix themselves a cuppa and settle in to listen to the PopMaster quiz on The Ken Bruce Show. Now it's your turn to join the throng and pit your musical knowledge against expert question setters Phil Swern and Neil Myners. Covering music from 1958 to 2020, this official quiz companion has something for everyone. So, whether you're a pop anorak or incidental music fan, get stuck in on your own or with friends and family, and watch the hours fly by.

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