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Next of Kin

Tue, 26 May 2026 18:08:48 +0000

A classic of mid‑century science fiction, this novel follows a lone Terran agent who crash‑lands on a hostile alien world in the midst of interstellar war. With no weapons and no backup, he survives by bluffing—convincing the militaristic inhabitants that he represents a vast and powerful civilization ready to intervene. What unfolds is a sharp, witty tale of psychological strategy, cultural misunderstanding, and the absurdities of militarism. Eric Frank Russell was known for blending adventure with satire, and here he delivers a fast‑paced story that questions authority, propaganda, and the logic of war. Clever, ironic, and surprisingly humane, this short novel will appeal to readers who enjoy classic science fiction with brains, humor, and a strong anti‑war undercurrent.

Sleepyhead

Tue, 26 May 2026 18:08:19 +0000

The first novel in the Tom Thorne series introduces a gripping and unsettling hunt for a serial killer who leaves his victims trapped in their own bodies, alive but unable to move or communicate. When one young woman survives in a state resembling locked-in syndrome, Detective Inspector Tom Thorne must piece together a pattern that is as chilling as it is unconventional, racing to understand the killer’s logic before he strikes again. Blending psychological depth with taut procedural detail, this debut established Mark Billingham as a leading voice in British crime fiction. Dark, intelligent, and emotionally charged, it will appeal to readers who enjoy complex investigators and serial-killer thrillers with a strong moral undercurrent.

E.T. the extra-terrestrial

Mon, 25 May 2026 18:15:16 +0000

This novelization of Steven Spielberg’s beloved film tells the story of a gentle alien accidentally left behind on Earth and the lonely boy who befriends him. As the two form a secret bond, they must evade suspicious adults and government agents while trying to find a way for the visitor to return home. At its heart, the story is about friendship, empathy, childhood wonder, and the pain of separation, capturing both the excitement and vulnerability of seeing the world through a child’s eyes. William Kotzwinkle, an award‑winning American author known for his imaginative and often whimsical fiction, expands on the film’s emotional core by exploring the inner thoughts of both the boy and the stranded extraterrestrial. This edition will appeal to readers who cherish the original movie, as well as anyone drawn to heartfelt science fiction that celebrates connection across worlds.

The Notebook

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:46:44 +0000

Set amid the austere beauty of the North Carolina coast, The Notebook begins with the story of Noah Calhoun, a rural Southerner recently returned form the Second World War. Noah is restoring a plantation home to its former glory, and he is haunted by images of the beautiful girl he met fourteen years earlier.

Fantastic beasts and where to find them

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 10:16:46 +0000

When Magizoologist Newt Scamander arrives in New York, he intends his stay to be just a brief stopover. However, when his magical case is misplaced and some of Newt`s fantastic beasts escape, it spells trouble for everyone . . . Inspired by the original Hogwart`s textbook by Newt Scamander, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original screenplay marks the screenwriting debut of J.K. Rowling, author of the beloved and internationally bestselling Harry Potter books. A feat of imagination and featuring a cast of remarkable characters and magical creatures, this is epic adventure-packed storytelling at its very best. Whether an existing fan or new to the wizarding world, this is a perfect addition for any film lover or reader`s bookshelf.

The Colour Of Law

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 17:27:55 +0000

A. Scott Fenney is a hotshot corporate lawyer at a big Dallas firm. At 33, in the prime of his life, he rakes in $750,000 a year, drives a Ferrari and comes home every night to a mansion in Dallas’s most exclusive neighbourhood. He also comes home to one of Dallas’s most beautiful women, with whom he has a much-loved daughter, Boo. For Fenney, life could not be better. But when a senator’s son is killed in a hit-and-run, Fenney is asked by the state judge to put his air-conditioned lifestyle on hold to defend the accused: a black, heroin-addicted prostitute – a very different client to the people Fenney usually represents. And, more importantly, she is not going be paying Ford Stevens $350 an hour for the privilege of his services. Under fire from all sides, Fenney drafts in a public defender to take the case on. Yet as Scott prepares to hand over to Bobby, he feels increasingly guilty about the path he is taking, because Scott still believes in the principle of justice. The question is: does he believe in it strongly enough to jeopardise everything in his life he holds dear? And to what lengths is the dead man’s power-hungry father prepared to go to test Fenney’s resolve?

I See You: The Number One Sunday Times Bestseller

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:03:40 +0000

When Zoe Walker sees her photo in the classifieds section of a London newspaper, she is determined to find out why it’s there. There’s no explanation: just a grainy image, a website address and a phone number. She takes it home to her family, who are convinced it’s just someone who looks like Zoe. But the next day the advert shows a photo of a different woman, and another the day after that. Is it a mistake? A coincidence? Or is someone keeping track of every move they make . . . I See You is an edge-of-your-seat, page-turning psychological thriller from one of the most exciting and successful British debut talents of 2015

Verity

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 18:14:15 +0000

The book Verity by Colleen Hoover is a psychological thriller about Lowen Ashleigh, a struggling writer who is hired by Jeremy Crawford to finish a bestselling book series after his wife Verity is incapacitated by an accident. While working at the Crawford home, Lowen discovers an unpublished and chilling autobiography of Verity revealing dark secrets about her past, including her feelings toward her daughters and family tragedies. As Lowen hides the manuscript from Jeremy and grows closer to him, she grapples with the disturbing truths and complex emotions that challenge everything she thought she knew. The story blends suspense, romance, and mystery with twists about love, deception, and survival.

Starman: David Bowie (English)

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 18:11:02 +0000

Still Life

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 19:04:30 +0000

‘No one can tell a story like she can’ Daily Express ‘The queen of psychological thrillers’ Irish Independent ‘The bodies never stay buried forever . . .’ On a freezing winter morning, fishermen pull a body from the sea. It is quickly discovered that the dead man was the prime suspect in a decade-old investigation, when a prominent civil servant disappeared without trace. DCI Karen Pirie was the last detective to review the file and is drawn into a sinister world of betrayal and dark secrets. But Karen is already grappling with another case, one with even more questions and fewer answers. A skeleton has been discovered in an abandoned campervan and all clues point to a killer who never faced justice – a killer who is still out there. In her search for the truth, Karen uncovers a network of lies that has gone unchallenged for years. But lies and secrets can turn deadly when someone is determined to keep them hidden for good . . . The number one bestseller and unrivalled queen of crime Val McDermid is back with her most exhilarating, breath-taking thriller yet. Praise for Val McDermid: ‘Brilliant . . . Sensational . . . Unforgettable’ Guardian ‘Compulsively readable’ Irish Times ‘As good a psychological thriller as it is possible to get’ Sunday Express ‘It grabs the reader by the throat and never lets go’ Daily Mail ‘One of today’s most accomplished crime writers’ Literary Review