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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Embark on an epic journey, in the jaw-dropping sequel to the bestselling and highly acclaimed Wolf Road, based on real archaeological discoveries, from award¿winning historian and television presenter, Alice Roberts. Perfect for fans of Hannah Gold and Michelle Paver.The seasons are changing and Tuuli, along with her faithful wolf cub, Lupa, is on the move. Leaving her tribe behind, she sets out across the Tundra to discover a new world and find the family of Andar, the friend she has lost. The journey is hard, filled with ferocious animals and dangerous weather. But with danger everywhere, will Tuuli find who she is looking for A stunning journey through a prehistoric landscape, discover the history of our lifetimes in a story of friendship, courage and survival. Beautifully illustrated by Keith Robinson.- Selected as Waterstones Children's book of the Month andThe TimesChildren's Book of the Week.- Perfect for readers who love animal adventures.- Alice Roberts is a highly-accomplished historian and archaeologist with bestselling adult non-fiction. She is also the TV star of Digging for Britain.- Wolf Road was Children's #9bestseller in the TCM chart on 11 June 2024Praise forWolf Road:'A fine storyteller' Philip Pullman'This lost world is beautifully rendered, so rich in detail you can almost smell the campfires . . . a captivating tale.'The Times Children's Book of the Week'A wonderful book - exciting, fascinating, gripping, beautifully written' Anthony McGowan'Highly atmospheric, this impressive story asks questions about human fears across the ages.'Daily Mail'When and where would you go if you could go back in time I wouldn't hesitate to whizz past all the great civilizations . . . and go straight to the moment our early human ancestors met Neanderthals. What did they think of each other How did the communicate . . . A captivating children's tale that can be enjoyed by anyone with an interest in the origins of humanity. Paleo-tastic.' Lucy Bannerman,The TimesChildren's Book of the WeekPraise forWolf Road:'This lost world is beautifully rendered, so rich in detail you can almost smell the campfires . . . a captivating tale.'The Times Children's Book of the Week'A wonderful book - exciting, fascinating, gripping, beautifully written'Anthony McGowan'Highly atmospheric, this impressive story asks questions about human fears across the ages.'Daily Mail.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The sparkling new diary series continues in The Drama Queens! Perfect for fans of Lottie Brooks and Dork Diaries, with a celebrity twist.Daisy is back at school, but her super-celebrity cousin Maxxy is STILL sharing her room while filming for a new TV show. And it's all anyone can talk about! Daisy's mum is always at the film set with Maxxy, her dad is always busy with work, and her brother Leo is being a teenage tyrant. The only thing keeping Daisy calm are her drama club rehearsals. With only a few weeks to go before the big opening night, Daisy is pouring everything into her performance.But with Maxxy being a total DIVA, sudden strange feelings towards her floppy-haired co-star Olivier, a HUGE SPOT appearing on her chin, and gossiping girls desperate for Maxxy's attention, Daisy will have to channel her inner method actor to keep the show on the road.Drama, BBFs, secrets and theatrics await.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover the magic of nature and the power of small changes in this charming new story in the internationally bestsellingOllie series.?.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The action-packed new series for fans who can't get enough of K-Pop Demon Hunters!Hana and her K-Pop Crew are back at for another new adventure!At K-Pop Academy, the friends are preparing for their midyear exams. In order to pass, they must achieve flawlesskalgunmu (synchronized choreography), but it is proving harder than it looks.A legendary crystal drum promises to 'hold the heartbeat of idols past', so surely it will help! But, the drum's untested magic drives them into rivalry instead of rhythm.To pass their exams - and survive the term - the group must learn that true harmony comes from trust, not shortcuts, and there is no 'I' in 'team'.Including:- Heart-pumping action- Catchy K-Pop tunes- Forever friendsReturn to the stage and dance your way into the Huntr/x fandom with a fresh new crew of soul-searching, demon-fighting performers.The K-POP ACADEMY SERIES so far:Book 1: The Stage of ShadowsBook 2: The Cursed SpotlightComing soon in the K-POP ACADEMY seres:Book 4: The Guardians' GlowBook 5: The Tiger's EyeBook 6: The Song of Tomorrow.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The spooky sequel to Deep Dark, the Times Children's Book of the Week from enchanting storyteller Zohra Nabi comes another Cassia Thorne Mystery this is Enola Holmes with a supernatural twist!She held up the hagstone and she noticed something strange a shimmering light like tiny clustered constellations. It was as though there were something illuminating from the girls. Cassia Thorne uncovered a conspiracy in the deep dark underbelly of London involving a mythical beast, but has been whisked away by her uncle to Ravening Hall, a bleak boarding school on the moors of Lancashire. Far away from everything she has known, Cassia struggles to find a place amongst the girls of the school torn between fitting in with the perfect prefects and the rebellious and wild Martha Torrent. And something sinister happening at the school. At night there is a strange presence in Cassia's room, growing stronger with each day. She spies older girls wandering out onto the moors at night. And the local children are terrified of a child-eating witch that haunts Pendle Hill. Suspecting another supernatural mystery, Cassia begins to investigate. Are the stories about the witches of Pendle Hill true And what do they want with the girls of Ravening Hall Praise for Deep Dark: 'This book is stunning Zohra Nabi writes like a dream and has achieved the impossible by conjuring up a living, breathing Victorian London right before my eyes. I felt like I was right there with Cassia while reading it, magic sparkling around us.' Natasha Hastings, author of The Miraculous Sweetmakers 'A spine-tingling, Dickensian adventure.' The Bookseller 'Meticulously researched and sparklingly written, with an irresistible heroine.' The Guardian 'An atmospheric adventure with a wonderfully engaging heroine this richly evocative story will sweep you away to the streets of 19th century London.' Katherine Woodfine, author of The Clockwork Sparrow.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Afunny, affectionate and reassuring take on the bad day blues from the bestselling creator of I Am Bat and Colin and Lee, Carrot and Pea.Seahorse is having a bad day, in a terrible week, in an awful ocean. He woke up wrong and stubbed his tail and everything is wet!So don't tell him funny stories or give him a hug, and DEFINITELY don't give him his favourite snacks on his special plate.Because Seahorse is furious and there is NOTHING you can do about it. Or is there. - Help little ones find the way out of a very bad mood with this gentle and relatable book.- Perfect for encouraging conversations about feelings!- Bold, graphic and appealing artwork showing a delightful underwater world.Also by Morag Hood and illustrated by Ella Okstad:Sophie Johnson: Unicorn ExpertSophie Johnson: Detective GeniusSophie Johnson: Sports Superstar.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Ramona Spellstar is back for a new term at the Wands Away School and she's going to be learning spells! First, they need to find their special magic wand, but there's a new student who seems to be causing a lot of trouble . . . As sparks start to fly and spells cause chaos, will Ramona be able to bring her friends together Collect your magical badges with Ramona and her friends in this brand new series packed with fun and friendship from bestselling illustrator, Emma Farrarons.A charming and magical fully illustrated series in spot colour for 5+ emerging readers about first experiences.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Fans of Hannah Grace and Elle Kennedy, meet your new obsession!The international college-romance phenomenon withover one million copies sold, now being adapted into an Amazon Prime TV series.He's the campus bad boy.She's his neighbour's ex.Who thought becoming roommates was a good idea Lane O'Neill doesn't do drama, and his plan for senior year of college is simple: run the Campus Drivers ride-share app he co-founded with his best friends, cruise campus in his beloved vintage car, and enjoy the attention that comes with the ride. No strings attached.So when Lane stumbles upon a dishevelled woman asleep in his apartment building hallway, every instinct tells him to keep walking. After all, he doesn't do commitment. Unfortunately, Lois is freshly dumped, newly homeless, and a walking magnet for chaos. She's everything Lane avoids - yet somehow impossible to ignore.That's how he ends up with a temporary roommate, just until Lois can afford a new place. Easy enough. Except her relentless optimism and stubborn heart have an annoying knack for slipping past his carefully built walls.Too bad Lois is done playing the good girl, because she's about to break every rule he's ever lived by.Pick this up if you love: opposites attract, frenemies to lovers, grumpy/sunshine, slow burn/yearning, lots of sexual banter, forced promixity, found family.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - One house. Two worlds. A love that defies time.When Eva's filmstar sister Katrina dies, she leaves California and returns to Trelowarth, Cornwall, where they spent their childhood summers, to scatter Katrina's ashes and in doing so return her to the place where she belongs.But Eva must also confront the ghosts from her own past, as well as those from a time long before her own. For the house where she so often stayed as a child is home not only to her old friends the Halletts, but also to the people who had lived there in the eighteenth century. When Eva finally accepts that she is able to slip between centuries and see and talk to the inhabitants from hundreds of years ago, she soon finds herself falling for Daniel Butler, a man who lived - and died - long before she herself was born.Eva begins to question her place in the present, and in laying her sister to rest, comes to realise that she too must decide where she really belongs, choosing between the life she knows and the past she feels so drawn towards.Praise for Susanna Kearsley:¿'I've loved every one of Susanna's books! She has bedrock research and a butterfly's delicate touch with characters - historical fiction that pulls you in and won't let go!'¿Diana Gabaldon¿'Kearsley has a poetic sensibility and a sense of mystery; she could write the modern Rebecca'¿The Bookseller¿'Evocative and romantic' Nicola Cornick'Sometimes an author catches lightning in a bottle, and Susanna Kearsley does just that'New York Journal of Books'A deeply engaging and compelling historical novel. Susanna Kearsley has written a marvellous book' Bernard Cornwell'One of Canada's best historical fiction writers' The Globe and Mail'Kearsley is nothing less than a magician weaving together the past and the present. utterly unputdownable' M J Rose'A master storyteller' Leslie Howard.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - THE NEW FIRST WORLD WAR SPY THRILLER FROM THE MASTER OF THE GENRE'A masterful storyteller with an intricate knowledge of his subject' The Daily Telegraph'Judd, a veteran spy novelist and former diplomat, knows his way around Britain's world of shadows. He takes the reader straight back to the start of the first world war and the long, smoke-filled, gloomy corridors of Whitehall ministries.'Financial Times'Veteran spy writer Alan Judd eschews easy drama and obvious cliffhangers in this elegantly written novel.'Literary Review1915: The First World War rages, tearing families apart and dividing loved ones. Emily Grey, having recently completed her studies at Cambridge, finds herself recruited into the newly-formed Secret Service (also know as MI6) by its first chief, the formidable and eccentric Commander Cumming, known to the outside world simply as 'C'. Wanting to make use of Emily's language skills, he despatches her to Rotterdam to debrief one of the service's most important agents. Through him, Emily learns of a plot so audacious it has the potential to alter the entire course of the war.Posted to Rosyth, the home of the British Grand Fleet, Emily works undercover to locate the mole at the heart of the naval establishment. Who is the traitor know only by the codename 'Heiffer' And can he stopped in time to prevent a military catastrophe In No. 2 Whitehall Court, Judd blends unparalleled authenticity with literary flair to create a gripping thriller about the early days of MI6 that cements his reputation as a master of the historical spy novel.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The breath-taking third instalment in the bestselling\* found-family fantasy series by BookTok sensation, Andy Darcy Theo.Alexis, Blaise, Caeli and Demi return to the Haven, carrying scars both on the surface and beneath. Shadows whisper to Alexis, destabilising his grasp on reality as he works to reveal his parents' secret, while his friends wrestle with fractured trust and forbidden feelings. As the autumn equinox approaches, distrust mounts, forcing them to confront the true nature of their destiny, before it's too late and they are lost to the shadows forever.- Masterfully intertwines themes of mental health and the bonds of found family- Featuring BookTok's favourite tropes: friends-to-lovers, love triangle, touch her and you die- For readers aged 12+ and perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and LegendbornPRAISE FOR THE SERIES'Explosive, action packed and full of twists' - Bea Fitzgerald, author ofGirl, Goddess, Queen'Absolutely enchanting and nothing short of epic'- Bill Wood, author ofLet's Split Up'Truly thrilling'- Juno Dawson, author ofHer Majesty's Royal Coven'One of the freshest voices in YA literature, and one of the most vital'- Sasha Peyton Smith, author ofThe Rose Bargain\*Both The Light That Blinds Us and The Dark That Hides Us were instant bestsellers, debuting in the top 10 of the YA chart TCM.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When these canine-loving sleuths go off the leash, the fur's bound to fly! The Dog Park Detectives are back with another tail of intrigue from the bark side of crime.'Modern cosy at its finest' T. E. KINSEY, Lady Hardcastle Mystery BooksWhen a young homeless man is found murdered in the playground of their local park, the Pack - a group of friends who meet regularly to walk their dogs together - leap into action, determined to get justice for him even if they have to bark up every tree in the neighbourhood.But the discovery of another body, this time by the canal, suggests the killer may only be getting started. And when one of their own is targeted, it's clear that whoever it is has a bone to pick with the Pack.With the trail getting closer to home, can Louise and the gang find the murderer in time, and bring them to heel PRAISE FOR THE DOG PARK DETECTIVES SERIES:'. . . a grisly, puzzling murder to solve, with lots of twists and red herrings.' ANTONY JOHNSTON'Howling good fun, with a plot twisty enough to get any dogged armchair detective barking up the wrong tree.' FIONA LEITCH'Brilliantly written, with quirky characters, dogs and a dash of murder, I ripped through this in two sittings.' LISA HALL'A pacy and entertaining murder mystery that's a must-read for all dog-loving crime fans.' A. K. TURNER.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From bestselling picture book makerLucy Ruth Cummins comes an intergalactic tail of boy-meets-dog. One night, a visitor from outer spacearrives inStephen'sgarden.This visitormaylooklike a Dalmatian, but it certainly doesn'tactlike oneand atfirst, Stephen and the visitor get off on the wrong paw. They quibble over kibble, disagree onwho sleeps where, and must abandon earth dogs' approach to bathroom breaks altogether to keep the peace.Will a shared love of bacon be a strong enough foundation for this ordinaryboy and extraordinary dog to learn to live in harmony And will Dalmartian find the true meaning of home ?That's the funny thing about friendship. it unexpectedly comes from unexpected places.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'A timeless sapphic love story at its heart. Sweet, soaring and splendid' ELLE McNICOLL'Full of wit and warmth about out how to find the courage to truly be yourself' ROWAN COLEMAN'Healing, gratifying and hilarious - all with the perfect dash of spice' BEA FITZGERALD'Perfect for fans of Love is Blind, Love Island and Married at First Sight' JODI McALISTERWedded Blissis everyone's favourite reality TV show, where couples match, marry and compete for a grand prize.Dolly is in it for money. She doesn't want a husband, but a partnership launched on international TV could definitely help her influencer career. Model Warren might just be her man.Carys is in it for love.It's not like she's had much luck in the romance department, so why not trust the show's matchmakers with her heart Could handsome veterinarian Patrick be the one The tension building between them is as hot as the competition and the two women can't deny their chemistry. For Carys, it's an awakening, but any change of plan could ruin everything for Dolly.Will they find reality TV fame or the reality of love ¿ REALITY CHECK IS YOUR NEW BINGE-READ ¿'A master of three things: romance, comedy and representation' READER'Sexy, inclusive and totally compelling, I devoured this book' LAURA WOOD'A wonderful story of self-discovery, accepting yourself and learning to take a risk for love' READER'The kind of full-hearted disability representation that dreams are made of' TALIA SAMUELS'My only regret is that I can never read it for the first time again' READER'A delightful romcom full of queer joy and endless fun' CATHERINE WALSH.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The spellbinding final book in the Drowned Gods Trilogy, the atmospheric dark academia fantasy series for fans of The Atlas Six, The Binding, The Hazel Wood and Ninth House, set in a world of lunar magic, secret societies and dangerous friendships.Fate cannot be broken-not even by the gods who serve it.Emory refuses to lose Romie again. Her friend's fate hangs in the balance as the monstrous Clover plans to use her as a sacrifice to steal power from the deity Atheia-and make himself into a proper god. To stop Clover, Emory needs the help of Atheia's dark counterpart, Sidraeus. Yet this enigmatic deity cannot be trusted, and if Emory is to ally with him, she must invoke an ancient magic to keep him tethered to her side.Meanwhile, in the divine workshop of the god of balance, Baz learns he has a role to play in the coming fight to save the crumbling worlds and their weakening magics. Yet all he can think of is Kai and the gruesome fate that awaits him at Clover's side-a fate, the god tells him, that is beyond even his reach. But Baz is determined to save Kai, even if he has to rewrite time itself.As chaos reigns and the tides of a corrupted magic threaten to consume all, Emory and Baz must contend with mercurial gods, vengeful deities, and those hell-bent on eradicating Eclipse magic to save the people they love-and write an ending to their stories that defies fate itself.Praise for Curious Tides:'A world that pulses and breathes. With intricate magic and a mystery that spirals as deep and dark as it can go, Curious Tides is a marvel in atmosphere.' - Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights'Rich, immersive and astonishingly layered-I want to sink into this darkly magical world and never leave.' - Laura Steven, author of The Society for Soulless Girls'Vividly imagined, beautifully written, and as dark as it is dazzling - Curious Tides will drag you under from the very first page' - Sarah Underwood, New York Times bestselling author of Lies We Sing to the Sea'A darkly enchanting story that had me turning pages like mad. Gorgeous writing, fascinating characters, and the kind of rich magical lore that dreams are made of. Curious Tides swept me away. I'm obsessed with this world.' - Claire Legrand, New York Times bestselling author of Furyborn'Curious Tides sucks you in from page one with a fully realized universe that feels lived-in and otherworldly all at once. The story is alive with lore, and it's impossible not to be transported.' - Joan He, New York Times bestselling author of Strike the Zither'With chewy, intricate worldbuilding; sparkling characters; and thrilling twists, Curious Tides pulled me under, and I never wanted to resurface from its richly imagined depths. An alluring, immersive debut.' - Allison Saft, New York Times bestselling author of A Far Wilder Magic'A beautifully ethereal fantasy that reads like a dream. Filled with beguiling magic and whimsical storytelling, Curious Tides is a reverie I was sad to wake from.' - Chelsea Abdullah, author of The Stardust Thief.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover the magic of nature and the power of small changes in this charming new story in the internationally bestsellingOllie series.?? When Ollie hears a buzzing bee outside her window, she can't resist following it on an exciting adventure. It leads her to a secret garden full of wildlife, sparking her imagination and inspiring her to create a paradise for insects at home. With seeds, a bug hotel, and plenty of patience, Ollie shows that even the smallest spaces can make a big difference.With gorgeous illustrations, cut-outs and foil throughout, Ollie's Busy Bee is an irresistibleaddition to this beloved series by Nicola Killen.?Discover Ollie's other adventures:Ollie's Magic Bunny Ollie's Christmas Reindeer Ollie's Lost Kitten Ollie's Back-to-School Bear Ollie's Birthday Surprise Ollie's Puppy Love.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Jackie Collins' most outrageous, erotically charged New York Times bestseller is a sexy, shattering roller-coaster thrill ride.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Afunny, affectionate and reassuring take on the bad day blues from the bestselling creator of I Am Bat and Colin and Lee, Carrot and Pea.Seahorse is having a bad day, in a terrible week, in an awful ocean. He woke up wrong and stubbed his tail and everything is wet!So don't tell him funny stories or give him a hug, and DEFINITELY don't give him his favourite snacks on his special plate.Because Seahorse is furious and there is NOTHING you can do about it. Or is there. - Help little ones find the way out of a very bad mood with this gentle and relatable book.- Perfect for encouraging conversations about feelings!- Bold, graphic and appealing artwork showing a delightful underwater world.Also by Morag Hood and illustrated by Ella Okstad:Sophie Johnson: Unicorn ExpertSophie Johnson: Detective GeniusSophie Johnson: Sports Superstar.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Do you know someone who just seems to have all the luck What if science-backed evidence showed that luck is, in fact, something that we have more control over than we think A seemingly unscientific and perhaps unlikely subject for a neuroscientist, Nobuko Nakano challenges the idea that our luck is entirely out of our hands.From taking calculated risks to expanding our social networks and even waking up early, Nakano uncovers the mindset and patterns of behaviour that are conducive to becoming a lucky person, giving us pointers for cultivating a 'lucky brain' helping you lead a happy life and be a lucky person.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Coughlan is one of those crime writers whose books transcend the genre, vividly recreating the atmosphere of a period of social turmoil.' THE TIMESThe new atmospheric mystery from the author of the acclaimed Where They Lie, anda beautifullywritten tale about one woman's need to find the truth, whatever the cost.Dublin, summer 1970. Nicoletta Sarto is juggling work as the women's editor at the Irish Sentinel with twin baby girls at home. When she's approached by a barrister, Louise Leonard, whose aunt has just died, she's drawn into a story that could have dangerous consequences. Was Helen Leonard murdered, as her niece thinks And who was the mysterious nurse who has now vanished, but to whom Helen left everything As Nicoletta investigates, she has to fight not only her own family's disapproval of her being a working mother, but also society's.And as she slowly unpicks the mystery of Helen Leonard's death,she's unaware that danger lurks around every corner.PRAISE FOR WHERE THEY LIE,SHORTLISTEDFOR THE AN POST IRISH CRIME NOVEL OF THE YEAR:'A thrillingly dark and atmospheric tale, richly evocative of its time' JOHN BANVILLE'Gripping and brilliantly atmospheric, and Nicoletta Sarto, the novel's protagonist - the way she talks, the way she thinks - is a great invention' RODDY DOYLE'Atmospheric and absorbing, an ambitious young journalist finds herself at the heart of a corkscrew tale she never knew existed. A dark and turbulent journey to unexpected truths'VAL McDERMID.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - \*\*Now a major motion picture directed by James McAvoy\*\*How far would you go to make your dreams come true Gavin Bain and Billy Boyd were two ordinary boys from Dundee with one extraordinary ambition: to become the UK's first hip-hop superstars. Reinventing themselves as Silibil 'N' Brains, they convinced the music industry they were Californian rap prodigies - pulling off one of the most audacious hoaxes in modern music history.For more than two years, they lived the dream: a huge record deal, MTV appearances, non-stop partying, and rubbing shoulders with Madonna and Eminem. They had fame, money, and everything they'd ever wanted - built on borrowed accents and fabricated pasts.But success came with a ticking clock. The bigger they became, the closer they came to exposure. As the pressure mounted, the lie began to unravel - with devastating consequences.California Schemin' is a breathtaking true story of ambition, identity and the cost of believing your own myth - now adapted into a major film directed by James McAvoy.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - For fans of Naomi Novik and Kerri Maniscalco, a dark academia romantasy steeped in necromancy, forbidden loveand a twisty murder mystery set within the perilous halls of a magical institute, as a death mage who hates her magic and a poison mage who hates her are forced to work together to stop a killer before one of them is next.Born with the ability to speak with the dead, Viola hates her magic. It killed her sister, Olivia, and the if she doesn't learn why, it will kill her too. Her only hope lies within the perilous walls of Gorhail Institute of Magic, where Olivia spent her final days.There, on the trail of the growing mystery, Viola clashes with Sylas, a poison mage whose magic stems from three immortal snakes. Tormented by his mother's untimely demise, Sylas' hatred for death mages runs deep. He is determined to keep Viola at a distance, but when an attack forces him to heal her, their fates become intertwined by a magical bond that threatens to upend his loyalties - and his common sense.Drawn together by grief, magic and a growing attraction, Viola and Sylas follow a mysterious killer through Gorhail's treacherous passageways, where secrets fester beneath the stone and the dead refuse to rest. As enemy lines begin to blur and their undeniable attraction grows, Viola and Sylas uncover a chilling conspiracy: someone is hunting mages for their magical relics, and if they can't uncover the killer in time, Viola will be next.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Two sisters, a lifetime of secrets, and the chance to set the record straight. Meet Goldie and Vee: sisters, dreamers, grafters. In their forties, both appear to have it all. Until Goldie finds the courage to leave Benedict. Once upon a time their faux marriage worked, but when the magnetic Wolfie comes on the scene, her world of pretending falls apart. Vee's neat world is spiraling, too. Since her ex-husband Jamie started dating Julia her cruel school bully, Vee's long-buried insecurities are out of control. She needs to get away, and fast. So when Goldie suggests a holiday in France, Vee leaps at the idea. A curiously well-timed invitation - just as speculations around Goldie's brilliantly brief pop career back in the nineties are beginning to resurface. Escaping's one thing, but nothing stays secret forever, and as Vee and Goldie's unresolved pasts make surprise returns, the stories them girls once told themselves begin to look very different.A raw and real portrayal of two sisters, the lives they left behind and the lives they want to lead,Them Girls is bold and immediate and deals with themes of identity, class and the corruption of power . . .…

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Coughlan is one of those crime writers whose books transcend the genre, vividly recreating the atmosphere of a period of social turmoil.' THE TIMESThe new atmospheric mystery from the author of the acclaimed Where They Lie, anda beautifullywritten tale about one woman's need to find the truth, whatever the cost.Dublin, summer 1970. Nicoletta Sarto is juggling work as the women's editor at the Irish Sentinel with twin baby girls at home. When she's approached by a barrister, Louise Leonard, whose aunt has just died, she's drawn into a story that could have dangerous consequences. Was Helen Leonard murdered, as her niece thinks And who was the mysterious nurse who has now vanished, but to whom Helen left everything As Nicoletta investigates, she has to fight not only her own family's disapproval of her being a working mother, but also society's.And as she slowly unpicks the mystery of Helen Leonard's death,she's unaware that danger lurks around every corner.PRAISE FOR WHERE THEY LIE,SHORTLISTEDFOR THE AN POST IRISH CRIME NOVEL OF THE YEAR:'A thrillingly dark and atmospheric tale, richly evocative of its time' JOHN BANVILLE'Gripping and brilliantly atmospheric, and Nicoletta Sarto, the novel's protagonist - the way she talks, the way she thinks - is a great invention' RODDY DOYLE'Atmospheric and absorbing, an ambitious young journalist finds herself at the heart of a corkscrew tale she never knew existed. A dark and turbulent journey to unexpected truths'VAL McDERMID.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - TWO MEN. TWENTY YEARS. ONE PROPOSAL.Danny and Luis have been a couple for decades. Piece by piece, they've built a life together. They've created a home.The only thing they didn't have was a marriage. When they met, it was illegal.But the law finally changes, and Danny decides to propose - on a Scottish hilltop, to the love of his life.Luis lovesDanny, but does he love marriage And, as the past begins to catch up to them both, everything they have worked for begins to fall apart.Can their love survive the ultimate test And is a yes still worth fighting for after twenty years together Tender, romantic, and beautifully written, Twenty Years Togetheris a love story for the ages, by the multi-million copy bestselling author of Child 44.PRAISE FOR TOM ROB SMITH:'Tob Rob Smith has delivered a classic love story.funny, gorgeous, and quietly revolutionary' SYDNEY ARTS GUIDE'Simply told, profoundly felt . [an] exquisite love story . tender, funny, humane' THE SUNDAY POST'A powerful read' HEAT.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - THE INSTANT INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLERSTART WITH YOURSELF is a new mindset for work and life.Work out what you really wantGet out of your own wayLet go of ideas that are holding you backManage your emotionsMove forward with confidenceFulfil your potentialNo one would have expectedEmmaGredeto get to where she has today: one of the world's richest self-made women, a serial entrepreneur, cofounder and CEO of Good American and the founding partner of SKIMS, podcaster and mentor. ButEmmabelieves in opening the door to show exactly how to achieve your goals.A revolutionary new framework, this book is an indispensable manual for building the life you deserve. In this practical structure, Emma shows how by dispensing with Old Thoughts and replacing them with New Thoughts you can unlock the life you've always dreamed of.You need to take responsibility for your life. Whatever success looks like for you, this is a toolkit to get there on your own terms. IfEmmacan do it, why can't you.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -The journey to 100 friends begins with a single conversation.Socially anxious high school student Shoko Komi's greatest dream is to make some friends, but everyone at school mistakes her crippling social anxiety for cool reserve. Luckily she meets Tadano, a timid wallflower who decides to step out of his comfort zone in order to help her achieve her goal of making 100 friends.When Komi started high school, she was friendless, shy, and unsure of herself. Now that graduation is right around the corner, she's come a long way in her self-confidence journey and has a hundred friends to show for it! Talking might always be a challenge, but Komi has proven to everyone (including herself) that she can communicate with the best of them.Petersen Buchimport GmbH, Weidestraße 122 a, 22083 Hamburg 192 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -When these canine-loving sleuths go off the leash, the fur's bound to fly! The Dog Park Detectives are back with another tail of intrigue from the bark side of crime.'Modern cosy at its finest' T. E. KINSEY, Lady Hardcastle Mystery BooksWhen a young homeless man is found murdered in the playground of their local park, the Pack - a group of friends who meet regularly to walk their dogs together - leap into action, determined to get justice for him even if they have to bark up every tree in the neighbourhood.But the discovery of another body, this time by the canal, suggests the killer may only be getting started. And when one of their own is targeted, it's clear that whoever it is has a bone to pick with the Pack.With the trail getting closer to home, can Louise and the gang find the murderer in time, and bring them to heel PRAISE FOR THE DOG PARK DETECTIVES SERIES:'. . . a grisly, puzzling murder to solve, with lots of twists and red herrings.' ANTONY JOHNSTON'Howling good fun, with a plot twisty enough to get any dogged armchair detective barking up the wrong tree.' FIONA LEITCH'Brilliantly written, with quirky characters, dogs and a dash of murder, I ripped through this in two sittings.' LISA HALL'A pacy and entertaining murder mystery that's a must-read for all dog-loving crime fans.' A. K. TURNERPetersen Buchimport GmbH, Weidestraße 122 a, 22083 Hamburg 464 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -From bestselling picture book makerLucy Ruth Cummins comes an intergalactic tail of boy-meets-dog.Petersen Buchimport GmbH, Weidestraße 122 a, 22083 Hamburg 48 pp. Englisch.