Headline publishing group sep 2021 (29 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The ability to think logically will help you to see the wood for the trees and allow you to make effective, reasoned decisions, even when faced with stressful situations.Everyone can improve their logical-thinking abilities - it just takes an understanding of some basic principles and a good deal of practice. Even if you don't think of yourself as a logical thinker, you'll be amazed at the ways in which you can train your brain to think things through and come up with the right solutions. This title includes some basic exercises and logic puzzles to focus your brain and help you practise what you've learnt elsewhere in the book.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Full of intrigue, fascinating historical detail and brilliant characterisation . . . A truly fabulous novel!' LOUISE FEIN, author of PEOPLE LIKE US'Nikola Scott is the queen of dual narrative fiction. The Orchard Girls takes us on a beautifully twisty journey . . . It's like unwrapping a pass-the-parcel with a wonderful gift at its heart' LIZZIE PAGE, author of WHEN I WAS YOURS'The Orchard Girls is such a clever, wonderful, expertly woven story. I enjoyed every second of it!' LORNA COOK, author of THE GIRL FROM THE ISLANDReaders are loving THE ORCHARD GIRLS!\*\*\*\*\* 'The story really was a heartbreaking read, and totally believable' READER REVIEW\*\*\*\*\* 'The way in which the storylines connected was really good, and made me curious, wanting to find out more' READER REVIEW\*\*\*\*\* 'The Land Girls were quite amazing . . . Can highly recommend this lovely book' READER REVIEW\*\*\*\*\* 'Great characters and lots of surprises along the way. It's a must read book' READER REVIEW\*\*\*\*\* 'I felt a strong connection with Frankie and Violet . . . Would recommend!' READER REVIEWLondon, 2004. Frankie didn't always have it easy. Growing up motherless, she was raised by her grandmother, who loved her - and betrayed her. For years, the rift between them seemed irreparable. But when their paths suddenly cross again, Frankie is shocked to realise that her grandmother is slowly losing control of her memory. There is a darkness in her past that won't stay buried - secrets going back to wartime that may have a devastating effect on Frankie's own life.Somerset, 1940. When seventeen-year-old Violet's life is ripped apart by the London Blitz, she runs away to join the Women's Land Army. She wants nothing more than to leave her grief behind. But as well as the terror of enemy air raids, the land girls at Winterbourne Orchards face a powerful enemy closer to home. One terrible night, their courage will be put to the test - and the truth of what happened must be kept hidden, for ever . . .PRAISE FOR NIKOLA SCOTT: 'Intriguing, twisting. I loved it' Dinah Jefferies, author of The Tuscan Contessa'An atmospheric and gripping read.' My Weekly'A well-written, intriguing read full of family secrets. Brilliant' Fabulous'Characters you won't forget'Sunday Express. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The third novel in Anne Perry's breathtakingly tense and exciting spy thriller series, featuring young British photographer and secret agent Elena Standish, set in the 1930s when the world was a place of increasing fear and uncertainty. Spring, 1934. With the threat of war looming, political tensions begin to rise. Elena Standish, a young English photographer who works for British Intelligence, is visiting her grandparents' home in Washington DC when tragedy strikes. A lavish party is held to mark her grandparent's sixtieth wedding anniversary and Elena takes pride in capturing the event on camera, but when the beautiful wife of a renowned scientist is found murdered in the driveway, allegedly run over by Elena's grandfather's car, Elena's world is turned upside down.Arrested on suspicion of murder, Wyatt Baylor protests his innocence, claiming he has enemies who are trying to frame him. But who are these enemies and how can Elena defend a man she barely knows Turning to secret agent James Allenby for help, Elena must uncover the truth behind the events of that fateful night. But can she trust Allenby or her family and is she willing to risk everything in her pursuit of the truth.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Most authors write what they know. Linda Calvey writes what she lived. They grew up with nothing. Just a regular family scraping by, living an honest life while crime ruled the East End. Until all that honesty and all that hard work left them with nothing.Poor, destitute and hungry, young Ruby decides to pull them from the ashes. It starts as one job, one step outside the law. Yet that one step sets her on a path - straight to the top.But in the East End you don't build an empire without making a few enemies . . . Welcome to the underbelly of London, where criminals run the streets and one woman will do anything to protect her family.The crime debut novel of the year, perfect for readers who loved No Mercy and Queenie. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Did Silence of the Lambs leave you reaching for a smooth bottle of dry red wine After reading The Shining did you have an unaccountable urge to sip a red rum concoction And did Bram Stoker''s Dracula induce a craving for. well, perhaps the less said about that the better.If so, fear not - you are not alone! Chilling Cocktails is a creepy compendium of 50 drinks inspired by the most frightening horror stories ever written. Each delicious recipe is accompanied by dark and compelling facts and anecdotes about the inspiring story, certain to get you in the mood for a cool refreshment.What''s more, if you can keep your appetite after reading the grisly details, a selection of complementary snack ideas are also sprinkled throughout. Try pairing ''Dracula''s Kiss'' with some ''Night of the Living Dead Cheddar Bites''. Or ''Carrie''s Prom Punch'' with ''Paranormal eggtivity Deviled Eggs''.The perfect gift for the horror and booze fan in your life, Chilling Cocktails is all you need to get the party started for your next horror movie night or Halloween party - just make sure the doors and windows are locked first.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The Peacock House is emotional, lyrical, glamorous and laugh-out-loud funny in places. Perfect!' TRACY REESPerfect for fans of Rosanna Ley, Karen Swan and Santa Montefiore, Kate Glanville's heartwarming and escapist story of love, family and friends, set in the stunning scenery of North Wales, has been richly praised:'Poignant, warm, and unpredictable' JULIE COHEN'A warm and touching family drama. Moving' LAURA WILKINSON'A perfect page-turner' REBECCA F. JOHN________________1943Evelyn dreams of escaping Vaughan Court and the loveless marriage that led her there. Then, at the height of the Second World War, a single moment changes her life and tethers her to the house for ever.2016Decades later, life has given as much as it has taken from Evelyn. Although a bestselling author, Evelyn still cannot escape the painful hold of the past.Aspiring journalist Bethan hasn't been back to Vaughan Court since she was a little girl. But the opportunity to interview her grandmother's oldest friend - the Evelyn Vaughan - leads her back to North Wales. As Bethan learns about Evelyn's life, she realises the ghosts of the grand house are yet to be laid to rest. And soon she's determined to uncover the secrets hidden within . . .________________FIND OUT WHY EVERYONE LOVES THE PEACOCK HOUSE:'Gorgeous, atmospheric, deeply moving and laugh-out-loud funny in places' ? ? ? ? ?'Another beautiful, intricate and absorbing story from this author. She makes strong, endearing characters that you end up really caring about' ? ? ? ? ?'A heart warming novel full of secrets and plot twist' ? ? ? ? ?'A great story for lovers of family sagas' ? ? ? ? ?'I highly recommend this as a perfect read for an afternoon on the sofa with a cuppa' ? ? ? ? .…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The Betrothed Sister is like one of its own rich embroideries, cut from the cloth of history and stitched with strange and passionate lives' EMMA DARWINThe final instalment in Carol McGrath's captivating The Daughters of Hastingstrilogy!'This is a brilliantly crafted novel by an author who allows readers to build considerable empathy with the characters' 5\* Reader review '. full of fascinating period detail. The story is gripping and the characters are well drawn and interesting. cannot recommend them highly enough'5\* Reader review'Another excellent historical novel from this author' 5\* Reader review 'This is a brilliant story about the strength of women who we have seldom heard of' 5\* Reader review 'Fascinating and very enjoyable and interesting' 5\* Reader review_____________________________September 1068.Thea, also known as Gytha, the elder daughter of King Harold II, travels with her brothers and grandmother into exile carrying revenge in her heart. She is soon betrothed to a prince of Kiev. Will her betrothal and marriage bring her happiness, as she confronts enemies from inside and outside Russian territories Will she prove herself the courageous princess she surely is, win her princely husband's respect and establish her independence in a society protective towards its women Love the novels of Carol McGrath Don't miss THE SILKEN ROSE, starring one of the most fierce and courageous forgotten queens of England!AND COMING IN APRIL 2022: DISCOVER THE STONE ROSE - THE SUMPTUOUS AND GRIPPING NEW NOVEL FROM CAROL MCGRATHAVAILABLE FOR PREORDER NOW.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'I was gripped, desperate to solve the mystery of Nancy Moon' Sarah Haywood, New York Times bestselling author of THE CACTUS'Wonderful. This book is a joy' Katie Fforde, Sunday Times bestselling author'Two captivating stories of love and heartbreak, stitched together by a trail through Europe in 1962' Gill Paul, author of THE SECRET WIFETHE USA TODAY BESTSELLER. Set against the glistening backdrop of the Riviera, this is a truly captivating novel about two women whose lives become seamlessly intertwined when they embark on the same journey decades apart. Take a journey and immerse yourself in this year's most irresistible read. Perfect for fans of Kathryn Hughes, Suzanne Goldring and The Paris Seamstress.To unravel that long-lost summer, she had to follow the thread.Florence Connelly is broken hearted. Her marriage has collapsed under the weight of the loss she shares with her husband, and her beloved grandmother has just died. Even the joy she found in dressmaking is gone.But things change when Flo opens a box of vintage 1960s dress patterns found inside her grandmother's wardrobe. Inside each pattern packet is a fabric swatch, a postcard from Europe and a photograph of a mysterious young woman, Nancy Moon, wearing the hand-made dress.Flo discovers that Nancy was a distant relation who took the boat train to Paris in 1962 and never returned. With no one to stay home for, Flo decides to follow Nancy's thread. She unravels an untold story of love and loss in her family's past. And begins to stitch the pieces of her own life back together.\*\* DON'T MISS SARAH STEELE'S STUNNING NOVEL THE SCHOOLTEACHER OF SAINT-MICHEL \*\*'A gorgeous, tender debut' Kate Riordan, author of THE HEATWAVE'I felt so passionately involved in Flo's journey. A GORGEOUS read' Prima, BOOK OF THE MONTH'Warm and true. Pays tribute to the heart and backbone of women who support each other when the world turns its back' Stephanie Butland, author of LOST FOR WORDSReaders worldwide simply adore THE MISSING PIECES OF NANCY MOON:'If I could give 10 stars I would''Heartwarming, uplifting, emotional and immersive, The Missing Pieces of Nancy Moon is a must-read, encapsulating the essence of summer like the sun is shining from the pages''OMG WHAT A BOOK. Fabulously, beautifully written book.''One of the best books I have read this year. It has it all - love, mystery, deceit and a secret. Five stars all the way'.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From the author of Desperate Girls - one of Publishers Weekly Best Books of 2018 - comes another nail-biting, fast-paced, thrilling new novel from Laura Griffin.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A woman hiding a deadly secret. And the man who went in search of adventure, but found himself in danger .'The Girl on the Train with a dash of Russian poisoning and a classic femme fatale' Sunday Telegragh'A fast-moving plot . expertly told.' Alastair Campbell'A cracking crime thriller.' The Sun'Really gripping, so many twists and turns' READER REVIEW'I couldn't put this book down.' READER REVIEW'Action from start to finish' READER REVIEWGary Nelson has a routine for the commute to his rather dull job in the city. Each day, he watches as a woman on the train applies her make up in a ritual he now knows by heart. He's never dared to strike up a conversation . . . but maybe one day. Then one evening, on the late train to Gipsy Hill, the woman invites him to take the empty seat beside her. Fiddling with her mascara, she holds up her mirror and Gary reads the words 'HELP ME' scrawled in sticky black letters on the glass. From that moment, Gary's life is turned on its head. He finds himself on the run from the Russian mafia, the FSB and even the Metropolitan Police - all because of what this mysterious young woman may have witnessed. In the race to find out the truth, Gary discovers that there is a lot more to her than meets the eye . . .Readers love Alan Johnson and The Late Train to Gipsy HIll'A fast-moving plot . expertly told. The fact it comes from the pen of a former Home Secretary makes the rich security detail all the more powerful' Alastair Campbell'Espionage, the Russian Mafia and a gorgeous female on a train with a deadly secret' Fiona Phillips'Johnson's writing style is easy, relaxed, self-deprecating . . . impressive' Observer'Johnson writes wonderfully' Telegraph'This boy can write . . .' The Spectator.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'I am left with only one regret. That I may have finished it too quickly' READER REVIEW'As for Tony, well he's his usual maverick self . . . and he has a new cat' READER REVIEW'Revisiting Tony McLean is always a good read, but this is absolutely the top of the pile' READER REVIEWThe charred remains of an elderly woman are discovered in a burned out gamekeepers cottage, hidden away in woodland to the west of Edinburgh.What is at first assumed to be a tragic accident begins to take on a more sinister aspect as Detective Inspector Tony McLean digs deeper.There is far more to the victim than her humble surroundings suggest . . .Praise for James Oswald:'The new Ian Rankin' Daily Record'Creepy, gritty and gruesome' Sunday Mirror'Crime fiction's next big thing' Sunday Telegraph.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Return to the northern town of Thorp in this moving new addition to Marion Husband's bestselling The Boy I Love series. 'You, me, Eric, Paul Harris - even Margot - even Adele. All of us so messed up by the war we couldn't tell right from wrong.' 1964. The town of Thorp in the North of England has always kept its secrets. With so many husbands returned from the war changed men, there are some truths that can never be spoken.And yet, Bobby Harris is determined to find out the truth about his father, Paul. Horrified by Paul's scandalous posthumous biography, Bobby must discover if he really has been lied to all his life.But in uncovering his father's secrets, he soon learns that it is not only his own family who will be affected by his search for the truth.Praise for Marion Husband: 'As with all the best novelists, Husband's talent seems to draw its energy from the experience of writing from perspectives far removed from her own as she inhabits other genders, other sexualities, other eras' Patrick Gale'Don't miss this series - if you love the power of words, words rich in layer and tone . . . you will love them. Can't recommend them enough.' Goodreads Reviewer.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - It is now over a decade since the much-loved Great British Railway Journeys series set off on its incredible run discovering the cultural, social and engineering landscape of the United Kingdom through the prism of George Bradshaw's Handbook to rail travel. Veteran politician and ex cabinet minister Michael Portillo has since presented eleven seasons of this ever-popular show on BBC Two, covering every part of the existing train network in Britain, as well as others that were closed as a result of the Beeching Report in 1963. Across a decade of these journeys, Portillo has celebrated how every corner of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland was opened up by the railway line as a result of the Industrial Revolution, thus giving fans a unique insight into our shared past of train travel since the Victorian era. With the anniversary, this new collection will celebrate Michael's top fifty journeys from the hundreds he has covered, adding more insight and analysis to some of the greatest railway lines, stations, bridges, viaducts and tunnels the Victorians built to create the world we now live in. From Paddington Station to the Clifton Suspension Bridge; the Southend Pier line to the milk wagons departing from Blake Hall Station. An unrivalled narrative to be treasured. Greatest British Railway Journeys is both a celebratory and charming ride through our country's beloved history - all from the unique position of a train seat. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - EVE AND MAX ARE IN LOVE. THEY JUST DON'T KNOW IT YET.'If you are a fan of Sophie Kinsella you'll love this . . . I could so see this book being made into a movie' ? ? ? ? ?'You can't put it down once you've started it!' ? ? ? ? ?'A beautiful and romantic story that literally took my breath away' ? ? ? ? ?____________________________________Everyone gives their friends advice when it comes to dating, but what happens when it all goes wrong Eve doesn't have time for dating, but having watched her best friend and flatmate have her heart broken one too many times, she reluctantly volunteers to play her Cupid.Max is too much of a hopeless romantic to find the algorithms of online dating anything other than clinical, but he lives with his romantically-challenged best friend who desperately needs his advice.And after all, what are friends for As Eve and Max become more involved in their best friends' relationship, they quickly realise there is a fine line between instruction and imitation.Especially when they find they can't stop thinking about their best friend's date. . .SLIDING DOORS meets THE FLATSHARE and ONE DAY IN DECEMBER in this sweeping, romantic comedy for the digital age! Perfect for fans of Josie Silver and Beth O'Leary.\*Lizzie's new novel HATE AT FIRST SIGHT is available to pre-order NOW!\*____________________________________Readers LOVE Lizzie O'Hagan!'Such a clever book, a beautifully written modern story of 'will they, won't they', but so much more. Highly recommended!'HOT BRANDS, COOL PLACES'The perfect will they/won't they romance'? ? ? ? ?'I adored this book from start to finish!'? ? ? ? ?'The perfect mix of love, friendship, drama and humour'? ? ? ? ?'If you enjoyed The Flatshare you will enjoy this novel. The perfect holiday read'? ? ? ? ?'A little piece of escapism'? ? ? ?'It made me wish there were more pages!'? ? ? .…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - For nine years, Carwyn Jones was at the helm of Welsh politics. As First Minister from 2009 to 2018, he led the governance of an increasingly devolving Wales through turmoil and success.Not Just Politics follows Carwyn from his roots in a small corner of Wales and childhood brought up as a Welsh speaker in Bridgend, to the 1980s miners' strike which inspired a career in politics. After graduating with a degree in law from Aberyswyth, Carwyn juggled being a barrister and local councillor while also caring for his wife Lisa, who was diagnosed with leukaemia shortly after their marriage. As part of the first cohort of Welsh Government Ministers, Carwyn has been at the heart of the growing shift from Westminster to Cardiff, and as First Minister he oversaw landmark moments that put Wales firmly on the world stage.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Inside the TV Drama That Defied Expectations and Became a National Phenomenon'I'm a Black woman casting my own show. I wanted their world to look like the world that I live in. I don't think about it in those terms [diversity], and I militantly think I don't have to.' Shonda Rhimes'Multiple generations have discovered Derek through Netflix. They are passionate around the world. It's humbling.' Patrick Dempsey'I remember I was on a plane with Isaiah Washington, T.R. Knight, Jim Pickens and Patrick Dempsey headed to Seattle. It was during the third season of Grey's Anatomy, when we were definitely at the height of our popularity. We were walking through the airport. Of course, nobody knows me because I'm the writer. But it was like being with the Beatles. People would stop them every thirty seconds to get a picture. It was really cool. We mostly shot in the woods, which was an hour drive outside the city, but we also shot on the streets of Seattle. That was crazy because women were on their way to work and would just stop because they were all of a sudden face-to-face with the Grey's Anatomy actors. Anywhere from three hundred to four hundred people would gather, just to watch. The actors were very gracious and posed for pictures. But seriously, I even said to somebody, 'Where are you supposed to be ' And she said, 'Oh, I was supposed to be at work 45 minutes ago, but I'm not gonna miss this.' It was definitely a fun time to be in television.' Mark Wilding, executive producer for Grey's Anatomy, 2005-2012'It's incredible how this show just keeps resonating with the young generation. It's really touching.' Ellen Pompeo'As much of my life as I feel like I [gave that] character, she has saved me and helped me grow into the artist that I am.' Sandra Oh.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A drama set on the battlefields of Europe as a global influenza pandemic looms.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Barbara Nadel's gripping Ikmen mysteries are the inspiration behind The Turkish Detective, BBC Two's sensational eight-part TV crime drama series, out now.GREED, LUST AND BETRAYAL LEAD TO MURDER in Barbara Nadel's twenty-third Ikmen mystery, as Ikmen and Süleyman work to uncover a tragic tale of dark secrets and double lives.In the early hours of the morning, Turkish TV star Erol Gencer is found dead at his home on the outskirts of Istanbul. But he is not alone. Beside him lies a Syrian refugee whose stomach has been split open with a cheese knife. Did Gencer kill his guest before committing suicide, or are they victims of a sinister double murder The dead Syrian is soon identified as Wael Al Hussain, whose wife, Samira, is in prison for attempting to kill Gencer a year ago. At the time, no one believed Samira's story that Gencer's wife had planned the attack, but now Samira's sister begs Çetin Ikmen to re-examine her claim.Meanwhile, Inspector Mehmet Süleyman is on leave with his teenage son, Patrick, who is visiting from Ireland, but when Detective Kerim Gürsel's transsexual ex-lover, Pembe, is also murdered, shortly after confessing that Wael Al Hussain had used her for sexual favours, Süleyman knows he must help Kerim solve this complex case. Entering a world of the Syrian diaspora, where tales of mythical storytellers abound, Ikmen and Süleyman uncover a tragic tale of dark secrets and double lives where nothing is at it seems.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From the founder and activist behind one of the largest movements of the twenty-first century, the me too movement, Tarana Burke debuts a powerful memoir about her own journey to saying those two simple yet infinitely powerful words and how she brought empathy back to an entire generation'Searing. Powerful. Needed.' Oprah'I will never stop thinking about this book.' Glennon DoyleTarana didn't always have the courage to say me too. As a child, she reeled from her sexual assault, believing she was responsible. Unable to confess what she thought of as her own sins for fear of shattering her family, her soul split in two. One side was the bright, intellectually curious third generation Bronxite steeped in Black literature and power, and the other was the bad, shame ridden girl who thought of herself as a vile rule breaker, not of a victim. She tucked one away, hidden behind a wall of pain and anger, which seemed to work. until it didn't. Tarana fought to reunite her fractured soul, through organizing, pursuing justice, and finding community. In her debut memoir she shares her extensive work supporting and empowering Black and brown girls, and the devastating realisation that to truly help these girls she needed to help that scared, ashamed child still in her soul. Tarana has found that we can only offer empathy to others if we first offer it to ourselves. Unbound is the story of an inimitable woman's inner strength and perseverance, all in pursuit of bringing healing to her community and the world around her, but it is also a story of possibility, of empathy, of power, and of the leader we all have inside ourselves. In sharing her path toward healing and saying me too, Tarana reaches out a hand to help us all on our own journeys.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - I've Got Mail is the brand new book from Jeff Stelling, the Sunday Times bestselling author and host of Sky Sports' iconic football show Soccer Saturday. Reproducing a selection of correspondence he has received down the years, Stelling tells some intriguing stories around his experiences in broadcasting and football. This charming book is by turns warm and funny, moving and poignant, and invariably underpinned by a deeply rooted love of football and people. 'It arrived while I was playing football. I remember my mum running towards me, dressed in pinny and slippers, waving a piece of flesh coloured paper, gripped in her hand, the print all in slightly faded block capitals. But the message from my new employer was clear and urgent.BERNARD GENT UNWELL. GO TO LEEDS IMMEDIATELY. COVER LEEDS UNITED V MIDDLESBROUGHIt was the first and last telegram I ever received. It was a message that probably changed the course of my life. It was the first of many pieces of correspondence during my life which have made me laugh, cry or perhaps influenced my pathway in a more significant way.Receiving letters by post or via e-mail has always been important to me. Even now I feel slightly disappointed if the postman passes the door without anything for me, even though I know the chances are it will be a bill, a parking fine, a bank statement or a catalogue offering me clothing or garden furniture. The same applies when my inbox is empty save for someone offering a deal on a used car or urging me to change my energy provider. These days my mail is often from total strangers, usually with a simple birthday or autograph request. But at times the correspondence is emotional, and sometimes it is angry. Occasionally I'm entrusted with personal issues that the correspondents probably would not tell their closest friends. The only thing they all have in common is they start 'Dear Jeff'. Or almost all do.'.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Perfect for fans of Rosanna Ley, Karen Swan and Santa Montefiore, Kate Glanville's warm and escapist read of love and old secrets, set in a beautiful French farmhouse in Dordogne, has been richly praised:'Beautiful . . . with heart' TRACY REES'Poignant, warm, and unpredictable' JULIE COHEN'A warm and touching family drama. Moving' LAURA WILKINSON'A perfect page-turner' REBECCA F. JOHN'A delicious cast of characters . . . highly recommended' NETGALLEY READER'I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and highly recommend it' NETGALLEY READER_________________Twenty-five years ago, Martha Morgan lost everything. Once a member of a prestigious bands, she now lives in solitude in the heart of the Dordogne, surrounded by an ancient cherry orchard. Attempting to piece her life back together, Martha decides to rent her idyllic French farmhouse Le Couvent des Cerises to holidaymakers for the summer, hiring the mysterious Ben to help reconstruct the dishevelled B&B. But when a vicious storm makes its way across the village, tensions begin to rise. Martha, Ben and the guests are forced to pull together and they're about to find out that they have more in common than they realise - but it might mean jeopardising the secret of Martha's past . . ._________________\*\*\*THE PEACOCK HOUSE, THE NEW NOVEL FROM KATE GLANVILLE, IS AVAILABLE TO ORDER\*\*\*Readers LOVE Kate Glanville's captivating novels:'This is a wonderful, entertaining and gripping read that I cannot recommend enough \*\*\*\*\*' Amazon reviewer'A lovely heart-warming story, could not put down \*\*\*\*\*' Amazon reviewer'The best book I've read all year \*\*\*\*\*' Amazon reviewer'An enchanting and captivating novel \*\*\*\*\*' Amazon reviewer.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A fast-paced, elegant and warm-hearted thriller from award-winning writer, and former MP, Alan Johnson.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An enthralling standalone saga, filled with romance, tragedy, drama, secrets and triumph in adversity from the author of the Families of Fairley Terrace series.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'I used to love Mark Clattenburg. No bulls\*\*t - he'd tell you to f\*\*k off if you were being a d\*ck.' Kasper Schmeichel'A brash exterior was my thing. It's something I make no apology for. It was about creating an aura that won me respect and allowed me to control a football match''I have not varnished my story to shine an unnatural light on it. These are my words and my feelings. I have told it how I saw it, and I have not held back.'.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -A woman hiding a deadly secret. And the man who went in search of adventure, but found himself in danger .'The Girl on the Train with a dash of Russian poisoning and a classic femme fatale' Sunday Telegragh'A fast-moving plot . expertly told.' Alastair Campbell'A cracking crime thriller.' The Sun'Really gripping, so many twists and turns' READER REVIEW'I couldn't put this book down.' READER REVIEW'Action from start to finish' READER REVIEWGary Nelson has a routine for the commute to his rather dull job in the city. Each day, he watches as a woman on the train applies her make up in a ritual he now knows by heart. He's never dared to strike up a conversation . . . but maybe one day. Then one evening, on the late train to Gipsy Hill, the woman invites him to take the empty seat beside her. Fiddling with her mascara, she holds up her mirror and Gary reads the words 'HELP ME' scrawled in sticky black letters on the glass. From that moment, Gary's life is turned on its head. He finds himself on the run from the Russian mafia, the FSB and even the Metropolitan Police - all because of what this mysterious young woman may have witnessed. In the race to find out the truth, Gary discovers that there is a lot more to her than meets the eye . . .Readers love Alan Johnson and The Late Train to Gipsy HIll'A fast-moving plot . expertly told. The fact it comes from the pen of a former Home Secretary makes the rich security detail all the more powerful' Alastair Campbell'Espionage, the Russian Mafia and a gorgeous female on a train with a deadly secret' Fiona Phillips'Johnson's writing style is easy, relaxed, self-deprecating . . . impressive' Observer'Johnson writes wonderfully' Telegraph'This boy can write . . .' The SpectatorLibri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld Englisch.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Prince is one of the great musicians: he has sold over 100 million records worldwideInterest in Prince is strong: his posthumous autobiography The Beautiful Ones is a bestsellerPrince's musical legacy is enduring: many releases are planned from the famous 'vault' he kept in MinneapolisThe book contains original interview material from author Paul Sexton's acclaimed BBC radio show Prince and Me.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - During the Second World War, across the frontline as well as on the Home Front, millions of people recorded their thoughts of their experiences - whether in letters, their personal diaries or those prosecuting the war giving speeches. Much as Letters of Note celebrated the great letters written through history, so Words of War allows the Imperial War Museum to showcase its incredible array of first-hand material to shine a light on how people journeyed through the 1939-45 conflict.Ten chapters take the reader chronologically through the key moments of the war: from the retreat to Dunkirk to the battle of the Atlantic; the savage fighting in the jungles of the far East to the RAF Bomber Command's campaign in Europe; the discovery of the Nazi's concentration camp system to the war's ultimate conclusion at the Nuremburg trials. One hundred documents are researched and selected by the Imperial War Museum's expert archivists, with commentary from their head Antony Richards explaining the significance of each and placing it in context to the war's progression. Readers will be able to engage and empathise with the writers in a thought-provoking and immediate way., .…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Deep time is the timescale of the geological events that have shaped our planet. Whilst so immense as to challenge human understanding, its evidence is nonetheless visible all around us. Through explanations of the latest research and over 200 fascinating images, Deep Time explores this evidence, from the visible layers in ancient rock to the hiss of static on the radio, and from fossilized shark's teeth to underwater forests. These relics of ancient epochs, many of which we can see and touch today, connect our present to the distant past and answer broader questions about our place in the timeline of the Earth. Charting 4.5 billion years of geological history, this is the story of our world, from its birth to the dawn of civilization.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -A woman hiding a deadly secret. And the man who went in search of adventure, but found himself in danger .'The Girl on the Train with a dash of Russian poisoning and a classic femme fatale' Sunday Telegragh'A fast-moving plot . expertly told.' Alastair Campbell'A cracking crime thriller.' The Sun'Really gripping, so many twists and turns' READER REVIEW'I couldn't put this book down.' READER REVIEW'Action from start to finish' READER REVIEWGary Nelson has a routine for the commute to his rather dull job in the city. Each day, he watches as a woman on the train applies her make up in a ritual he now knows by heart. He's never dared to strike up a conversation . . . but maybe one day. Then one evening, on the late train to Gipsy Hill, the woman invites him to take the empty seat beside her. Fiddling with her mascara, she holds up her mirror and Gary reads the words 'HELP ME' scrawled in sticky black letters on the glass. From that moment, Gary's life is turned on its head. He finds himself on the run from the Russian mafia, the FSB and even the Metropolitan Police - all because of what this mysterious young woman may have witnessed. In the race to find out the truth, Gary discovers that there is a lot more to her than meets the eye . . .Readers love Alan Johnson and The Late Train to Gipsy HIll'A fast-moving plot . expertly told. The fact it comes from the pen of a former Home Secretary makes the rich security detail all the more powerful' Alastair Campbell'Espionage, the Russian Mafia and a gorgeous female on a train with a deadly secret' Fiona Phillips'Johnson's writing style is easy, relaxed, self-deprecating . . . impressive' Observer'Johnson writes wonderfully' Telegraph'This boy can write . . .' The Spectator Englisch.…