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On the Edge - Nate Silver
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Signal and the Noise, the definitive guide to our era of risk―and the players raising the stakesIn the bestselling The Signal and the Noise, Nate Silver showed how forecasting would define the age of Big Data. Now, in this timely and riveting new book, Silver investigates The River, or those whose mastery of risk allows them to shape―and dominate―so much of modern life.These professional risk takers―poker players and hedge fund managers, crypto true-believers and blue-chip art collectors―can teach us much about navigating the uncertainty of the 21st century. By embedding within these worlds, Silver offers insight into a range of issues that affect us all, from the frontiers of finance to the future of AI.The River has increasing amounts of wealth and power in our society, and understanding their mindset―including the flaws in their thinking―is key to understanding what drives technology and the global economy today. There are certain commonalities in this otherwise diverse group: high tolerance for risk; appreciation of uncertainty; affinity for numbers; skill at de-coupling; self-reliance and a distrust of the conventional wisdom. For the River, complexity is baked in, and the work is how to navigate it, without going beyond the pale.Taking us behind-the-scenes from casinos to venture capital firms to meetings of the effective altruism movement, On the Edge is a deeply-reported, all-access journey into a hidden world of powerbrokers and risk takers.
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On the Edge - Nate Silver
AN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER Masterly... Utterly compelling... A highly readable and engaging tour Sam Freedman, The TimesFrom the New York Times bestselling author of The Signal and the Noise, the definitive guide to our era of riskâ ”and the players raising the stakesIn the bestselling The Signal and the Noise, Nate Silver showed how forecasting would define the age of Big Data. Now, in this timely and riveting new book, Silver investigates The River, or those whose mastery of risk allows them to shapeâ ”and dominateâ ”so much of modern life. These professional risk takersâ ”poker players and hedge fund managers, crypto true-believers and blue-chip art collectorsâ ”can teach us much about navigating the uncertainty of the 21st century. By embedding within these worlds, Silver offers insight into a range of issues that affect us all, from the frontiers of finance to the future of AI.The River has increasing amounts of wealth and power in our society, and understanding their mindsetâ ”including the flaws in their thinkingâ ”is key to understanding what drives technology and the global economy today. There are certain commonalities in this otherwise diverse group: high tolerance for risk; appreciation of uncertainty; affinity for numbers; skill at de-coupling; self-reliance and a distrust of the conventional wisdom. For the River, complexity is baked in, and the work is how to navigate it, without going beyond the pale.Taking us behind-the-scenes from casinos to venture capital firms to meetings of the effective altruism movement, On the Edge is a deeply-reported, all-access journey into a hidden world of powerbrokers and risk takers.
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The Signal and the Noise - Nate Silver
The International Bestseller by The Galileo of number crunchers (Independent)Every time we choose a route to work, decide whether to go on a second date, or set aside money for a rainy day, we are making a prediction about the future. Yet from the financial crisis to ecological disasters, we routinely fail to foresee hugely significant events, often at great cost to society. The rise of big data has the potential to help us predict the future, yet much of it is misleading, useless or distracting.In The Signal and the Noise, the New York Times political forecaster Nate Silver, who accurately predicted the results of every state in the 2012 US election, reveals how we can all develop better foresight in an uncertain world. From the stock market to the poker table, from earthquakes to the economy, he takes us on an enthralling insider s tour of the high-stakes world of forecasting, showing how we can all learn to detect the true signals amid a noise of data. Remarkable and rewarding Matthew D Ancona, Sunday Telegraph A lucid explanation of how to think probabilistically Guardian
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On The Edge - Sarah Turnerová
The hilarious and heart-wrenching new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author of THE UNMUMSY MUM and Richard Judy book club pick STEPPING UP. Perfect for fans of Marian Keyes, Sara Cox and Beth O Leary!******************* What a brilliant storyteller Sarah is . . . as well as laughing out loud, I also cried A LOT --Jennie Godfrey, bestselling author of THE LIST OF SUSPICIOUS THINGS I loved this book and would have read it in a single day if my kids hadnâ ™t needed attention 5* reader review [Sarah Turner s] books are both heartwarming and heartbreaking but always leave you with an uplifting feeling 5* reader review_Sometimes, in order to move forward, you need to go back.Joniâ ™s always felt like an outsider in her blended family, and as an adult sheâ ™s done all she can to avoid them. The only person sheâ ™s remained close to is her beloved Nana.When Nana dies, she leaves behind something unexpected: an itinerary of pre-arranged activities for the whole family to complete over the course of a week. After years of trying but failing to bring Joni back into the fold, this appears to be Nanaâ ™s parting shot. After all, nothing says â ˜family bondingâ ™ quite like abseiling and ballroom dancing.With marriage and kids on the horizon, the life Joniâ ™s always dreamed of is finally within touching distance. The last thing she wants to do is revisit the past.But Joniâ ™s about to discover that a lot can happen in seven days. Nanaâ ™s Week of Fun is about to change everythingâ ¦Praise for Sarah Turner and On the Edge Pure joy Glamour Sarah writes so well and creates characters that jump off the page, and On The Edge had me laughing and crying in all the best ways --Clare Mackintosh, bestselling author of THE LAST PARTYâ ˜Sarah Turner writes family like no one else. With her trademark humour and insight, Turner creates a colourful world of family secrets and misunderstandings, of arguments and avoidance, while also revealing the love that lies beneath. I loved it.â ™ --Katie Marsh, author of UNBREAK YOUR HEARTâ ˜On The Edge is warm, funny and truthful about the complexities of families. Itâ ™s bursting with positivity, and full of characters the reader can root for.â ™ --Caroline Hulse, author of THE ADULTS Written with such love and heart. Sarah has done an exceptional job of marrying her trademark comedy with deep and raw emotion. I loved it! --Giovanna Fletcher on STEPPING UP Stop EVERYTHING and read this! Funny, tender and beautifully observed. Loved, loved, LOVED it! --CATHY BRAMLEY on STEPPING UP I laughed out loud constantly and cried a little as well. The family are so well put together, they felt familiar and recognisable 5* reader review There were so many relatable moments in the book that really resonated for me and just had me rooting for Joni 5* reader review
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City on the Edge - Ho-fung Hung
For decades, Hong Kong has maintained precarious freedom at the edge of competing world powers. In City on the Edge, Ho-fung Hung offers a timely and engaging account of Hong Kong s development from precolonial times to the present, with particular focus on the post 1997 handover period. Through careful analysis of vast economic data, a myriad of political events, and intricate networks of actors and ideas, Hung offers readers insight into the fraught economic, political, and social forces that led to the 2019 uprising, while situating the protests in the context of global finance and the geopolitics of the US-China rivalry. A provocative contribution to the discussion on Hong Kong s position in today s world, City on the Edge demonstrates that the resistance and repression of 2019-2020 does not spell the end of Hong Kong but the beginning of a long conflict with global repercussions.
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Dancing On The Edge Of Greatness: Making Leadership Personal - Sophia Shi Yin Chin
This book is for anyone with ambitions to scale their impact at work in Asia. As a leader in Asia, you re standing at the edge of greatness â ” as an individual, a team, and an organization. This is a fast-growing market that truly resonates with mobile first, with a large and growing population that is incredibly young. Universal access to knowledge and technology is empowering the individual to be a powerful force for positive change in the world. So why do we feel so powerless?Every day, you are under immense pressure to perform at the top of your game. But perfection is such a fragile thing. It s not something you can cling on to, no matter how hard you work. Instead, you end up overwhelmed and burnt out. Somehow, somewhere, you got derailed. Where did you lose your edge? And more importantly, how do you get it back?This book will bring you into the corridors of power in Asia, the pantheon of the gods in the modern world. We dive into the murky depths of the minds of the most powerful individuals in organizations. I hope these incredible stories will not only engage your mind but inspire your corner-office lust when you realize that you, in fact, every one of us, are born for greatness.To dance on the edge of greatness.
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On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness - Andrew Peterson
More than 1 million copies sold worldwide. Discover the world of the Wingfeather Saga.NOW AN ANIMATED SERIES Watch now on, Prime Video, Angel Studios App or Apple TV.Janner Igiby, his brother, Tink, and their sister, Leeli, are gifted children as all children are, loved by their noble mother and ex-pirate grandfather.After living for years under the occupation by the evil Fangs of Dang, the Igiby children find a map rumoured to lead to the lost Jewels of Anniera - the one thing the Fangs will do anything to find. The family is thrown headlong into a perilous adventure, uncovering truths that will change their world forever.On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness is a tale children of all ages will cherish, families can read aloud, and readers groups are sure to enjoy discussing for its many layers of meaning.Extra features include new interior illustrations from Joe Sutphin, funny footnotes, a map of the fantastical world, and inventive appendices.Get this volume for your children and for yourself. It s the kind of story that belongs on a shelf alongside the Chronicles of Narnia and The Hobbit. є є є є є Reader reviewMy eldest enjoyed this series immensely, and I just finished reading it aloud to my younger three; the eldest listened in for most of it. What a well-written, exciting tale with plenty of mystery. Page turning, edge-of-your-seat reading that had our whole family spellbound. We dive into North or be Eaten tomorrow! є є є є є Reader reviewThe first book in the Wingfeather Saga. It grabs you and never lets go. I highly recommend this book by a seriously good author. є є є є є Reader reviewIt was the front cover that attracted me to this book and I m glad it did. The story is set in a magical world that felt so real. It manages to be both humorous and scary. The characters were well built and described so well that I felt I was in an RPG computer game! є є є є є Reader reviewThis is the beginning of a fantastic series of books. When you read this volume, you might find the creatures outlandish and the names of things silly, but there are deeper details at work. The three children and their adults are about to embark on a tremendous adventure while learning about sacrifice, perseverance, and love. є є є є є Reader review
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Life on the Edge - Jim Al-Khalili, Johnjoe McFadden
Life is the most extraordinary phenomenon in the known universe; but how does it work? Even in this age of cloning and synthetic biology, the remarkable truth remains: nobody has ever made anything living entirely out of dead material. Life remains the only way to make life. Are we missing a vital ingredient in its creation? Like Richard Dawkins The Selfish Gene, which provided a new perspective on evolution, Life on the Edge alters our understanding of life s dynamics as Jim Al-Khalili and Johnjoe Macfadden reveal the hitherto missing ingredient to be quantum mechanics. Drawing on recent ground-breaking experiments around the world, they show how photosynthesis relies on subatomic particles existing in many places at once, while inside enzymes, those workhorses of life that make every molecule within our cells, particles vanish from one point in space and instantly materialize in another. Each chapter in Life on the Edge opens with an engaging example that illustrates one of lifeâ ™s puzzles â “ How do migrating birds know where to go? How do we really smell the scent of a rose? How do our genes manage to copy themselves with such precision? â “ and then reveals how quantum mechanics delivers its answer. Guiding the reader through the maze of rapidly unfolding discovery, Al-Khalili and McFadden communicate vividly the excitement of this explosive new field of quantum biology, with its potentially revolutionary applications, and also offer insights into the biggest puzzle of all: what is life?
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Leading on the Edge - Zana Goic Petricevic
Have you settled for safety over impact? For comfort and mediocrity over reaching your full potential? If you disrupt this pattern â “ and make leading â ˜on the edgeâ ™ your new standard â “ the extraordinary is within reach. This book is a call for bold action. Packed with powerful stories and actionable insights, it reveals the possibilities you can unlock and the empowering sense of agency you can achieve. Read Leading on the Edge to: â ¢ Identify what you truly care about and take the first steps to achieving it â ¢ Learn how to plan for and bring to life your project â ¢ Assess what risks youâ ™re able to take and move from hesitation into courage â ¢ Embrace bold, game-changing ideas to create extraordinary impact â ¢ Make a differenceâ ”trust yourself, face the challenges, and lead with conviction to change the world
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On The Edge - Martin Keown
An Arsenal hero, invincible defender and now distinguished pundit, he is an icon of British football.His story. His words. The inspiring official and first memoir from the football legend and his parting reflections on life, leadership and love. As hard-hitting as his tackles Daily Mail Explosive Mail on Sunday [Full of] brilliant stories Gary Lineker Over three revolutionary decades, Martin Keown played football at the highest level. He witnessed the birth of the Premier League, the arrival of the millionaire player and was a key player in one of the best sides of all time â “ Wengerâ ™s Arsenal. So why has he always felt like a man battling on the edgeIn this autobiography, Keown recounts how a son of working-class Irish parents, raised in a hostile England during the unrest of the 1970s, rose to be an automatic and enduring pick for club and country; the outsider who stayed the distance while so many insiders fell away.Over his career, Keown played alongside some of the worldâ ™s finest footballers â “ including Thierry Henry, Dennis Bergkamp, Tony Adams, David Beckham â “ and under inspirational managers â “ Arsène Wenger, Kevin Keegan, Sven-Göran Eriksson, Howard Kendall. He was the backbone for many years of the invincible Arsenal team that went on to win the 2003/4 Premier League title without losing a match.Known as â œThe Rashâ by friend and foe alike for the intensity of his man-marking, Keown always played as if he had more to prove. But his teammates knew he was fast, skilful, tough and loyal, a leader on and off the pitch. Fearless too, as youâ ™ll discover â “ he doesnâ ™t pull any punches here.On The Edge is the story of one of Arsenalâ ™s all-time greats â “ a man whose commitment put him at the centre of the pitch, a place he dominated like almost no other footballer of his generation.
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Darkness On The Edge Of Town - Matthew Hattersley
Fans of David Baldacci, Lee Child, David Silva and Mark Dawson, brace yourselves - you won t be able to put this one down. - Reader Review Absolutely brilliant. If I could give it 10 stars I would - Reader Review__________________________________________________________________________They thought John Beckett would be an easy target. They thought wrong. Deep undercover as a ruthless crime lord’s right-hand man, secret service officer John Beckett’s mission suddenly takes a deadly turn. When a mysterious data leak puts his life on the line, he must make a choice that will change his life forever.On the run and with danger tailing him, Beckett races against time to save his niece, Amber, from vicious kidnappers. But with deadly threats closing in, he comes to the startling revelation he can trust no one… not even his closest allies.The streets of London become a battlefield as Beckett struggles to stay one step ahead of his enemies and protect Amber - all the while confronting the dark truth about The Consortium, a shadowy organisation that will stop at nothing to maintain its grip on power.Can Beckett save Amber and bring down those intent on destroying him? Or will he become the ultimate pawn in their deadly game? Only one thing is certain… danger lurks in every shadow and time is not on Beckett s side.Darkness On The Edge Of Town is a fast-paced thrill ride that’s perfect for fans of David Baldacci, Lee Child, Robert Ludlum and Stephen Leather_____________________________________________________________________________What readers are saying:????? “This was one heck of an action-packed story, it had me hooked from the start. It’s tense, dark and violent, I loved it!”????? “If you are a fan of films like the Bourne series or reading Jack Reacher, then you will absolutely love this book…twists and turns and danger round every bend.”????? “I had to remind myself to take breaths at times, I was so caught up in the intensity of the moment.”????? “Fast paced with lots of action that will keep you reading one page to the next.”????? “An absolutely excellent novel. Full of twists, turns and tension.”????? “Non-stop action and a real good story. Great characters and plot and if you like adventure fiction then you will enjoy this as much as I have.”
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On The Edge - Richard Hammond
Gripping account by Richard Hammond of life before and after his terrifying high-speed car crash.Richard Hammond is one of our most in-demand and best-loved television presenters. In September 2006, he suffered a serious brain injury following a high-speed car crash. ON THE EDGE is his compelling account of life before and after the accident and an honest description of his recovery, full of drama and incident. An adrenalin junkie long before his association with Top Gear, Richard tells the story of his life, from the small boy showing off with ridiculous stunts on his bicycle to the adolescent with a near-obsessive attraction to speed and the smell of petrol.After a series of jobs in local radio, he graduated to television and eventually to Top Gear. His insights into the personalities, the camaraderie and the stunts for which Top Gear has become famous, make compulsive reading. It was whilst filming for Top Gear that Richard was involved in a high speed crash, driving a jet-powered dragster. His wife Mindy tells the story of the anxious hours and days of watching and waiting until he finally emerged from his coma. In an extraordinarily powerful piece of writing, she and Richard then piece together the stages of his recovery as his shattered mind slowly reformed. The final chapter recounts his return home and his triumphant reappearance in front of the cameras.
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TT Isle of Man Ride on the Edge 2 - PC DIGITAL (901945)
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Woman on the Edge of Time - Marge Piercy
One of those rare novels that leave us different people at the end than we were at the beginning. GLORIA STEINEM She is a serious writer who deserves the sort of considered attention which, too often, she does not get... MARGARET ATWOOD_______________________________________Often compared to Margaret Atwood s The Handmaid s Tale and Naomi Alderman s The Power - Woman on the Edge of Time has been hailed as a classic of speculative science fiction. Disturbing and forward thinking, Marge Piercy s remarkable novel will speak to a new generation of readers.Connie Ramos has been unjustly incarcerated in a mental institution with no hope of release. The authorities view her as a danger to herself and to others. Her family has given up on her.But Connie has a secret - a way to escape the confines of her cell. She can see the future. . .For fans of THE HANDMAID S TALE and THE POWER, this is a reissue of a much loved feminist classic.
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On the Edge of Trust - Patricia Bradley
Sometimes the closer you get to justice, the deadlier it becomes When decorated FBI undercover agent Scott Sinclair suffers a gunshot wound in his right arm, the injury threatens his future career in the field. He is determined to regain his former job by training himself to use his left hand, and failure is not an option--especially when he s unofficially pulled into an investigation. Tori Mitchell is a passionate crime reporter and podcaster who has dedicated her life to seeking justice. Her relentless pursuit of the truth has freed a wrongfully convicted man from prison, making Tori an enemy of the true killer. When her nephew is accused of a different murder, nothing can stop her from getting involved and clearing his name. Soon after Tori and Scott reconnect on the case, shots are fired, leaving them to wonder which of them has been targeted. As the investigation intensifies, so do the threats and the sparks between them, but Tori s doubtful if she can extend grace and trust to Scott. They ll have to combine their skills and rely on their growing relationship to outsmart the killer. Perfect for fans of Lynette Eason, Lynn H. Blackburn, Elizabeth Goddard, and readers who love faith-based fiction and edge-of-your-seat thrillers, this riveting, clean romantic suspense delivers heart-pounding danger and forced-proximity romance.
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Politics On the Edge - Rory Stewart
A searing insider’s account of ten extraordinary years in Parliament from Rory Stewart, former Cabinet minister and co-presenter of breakout hit podcast The Rest Is Politics ‘The most exceptional political memoir I’ve ever read’ ALAN JOHNSON ‘An instant classic’ MARINA HYDE ‘At last a politician who can write’ SEBASTIAN FAULKS The Times Political Book of the Year Over the course of a decade, Rory Stewart went from being a political outsider to standing for prime minister – before being sacked from a Conservative Party that he had come to barely recognise. Uncompromising, honest and darkly humorous, this is his story of the challenges, absurdities and realities of political life. Instantly praised as a new classic, it is an astonishing portrait of our turbulent times.‘Genuinely eye-opening…always riveting, often horrifying’ iNEWS‘Beautifully written’ GUARDIAN‘Hugely entertaining’EVENING STANDARD**A FINANCIAL TIMES, GUARDIAN, SUNDAY TIMES, DAILY TELEGRAPH, TIMES, OBSERVER, i NEWSPAPER, NEW STATESMAN, PROSPECT, CHURCH TIMES AND SCOTSMAN BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023** Politics on the Edge was a #1 Sunday Times bestseller from 09.09.23–16.09.23, and 09.12.23–16.12.23, and 30.12.23–06.01.24
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Arsenal: On the Edge - Alex Fynn, Kevin Whitcher
Arsenal: On the Edge is a comprehensive analysis that delves into everything from squad-building and selections to triumphs and controversies, reflecting on what the team need to do to ensure that 2025/26 sees the end of Arsenal s twenty-year wait for the Premier League title.
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Island on the Edge of the World - Charles Maclean
For more than two thousand years the people of St Kilda remained remote from the world. Their society was viable, utopian even; but in the nineteenth century the islands were discovered by missionaries, do-gooders and tourists, who brought with them money, disease and despotism. In 1930, the few remaining islanders were evacuated, no longer able to support themselves.An exploration of the life and death of the remote Hebridean society, Island on the Edge of the World is a moving account of human endeavour.
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TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 (3665962020311)
Hra na PC - krabicová verze, žánr: simulátor a závodní, - The Isle of Man Tourist Trophy je nejepičtější, nejnebezpečnější a nejvelkolepější závod na světě. Trať je dlouhá 60 km, vede po cestách ostrova Man, zahrnuje 264 zatáček a vyžaduje výkonné motorky připravené speciálně pro tento závod. TT Isle Of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 - bezkonkurenční závodyZávod na Isle of Man Tourist Trophy je prostě neuvěřitelný – je to nejtěžší, nejrizikovější a nejúchvatnější závod na celém světě. S jeho tratí, dlouhou 60 km, která vede přes cesty ostrova Man, obsahujících 264 zatáček, si dokáže poradit jen ten nejlepší závodník na nejvýkonnějším stroji. Jen ti nejodvážnější a nejtalentovanější závodníci se zde mohou postavit na startovní čáru a bojovat o titul šampiona TT na Isle of Man a pro mnoho z nich je to cíl celého života. Vychutnejte si adrenalin jako nikdy...
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On The Edge - Nicola Garrard
What if the life you were promised was taken from you? What would you do to get it back?Rhys lives in a coastal town in South Devon, where seasonal work dries up as winter storms hit, housing is hard to come by and livelihoods are threatened by distant bureaucrats. Life is much harder for Rhys and his two younger brothers than tourists can possibly know.It is only when surfing that Rhys finds solace in the beauty around him: the crashing waves, towering cliffs and sandy beaches. But when that solace is taken, his tinder-dry rage is soon ignited. Determined to defend his family from a life blighted by social neglect and poverty, Rhys is drawn to Dodo, a radical political activist inspired by the Welsh protest group, Meibion Glyndŵr. Before long, Rhys actions spiral out of control, with dire consequences for himself and those he loves.Set in a coastal town and drawing on the author s own rural childhood, this YA / crossover novel explores how young people s futures are built ⠓ and defended ⠓ on shifting and uneven ground, where tides of tourism, gentrification and second-home ownership erode the traditional ways of life and financial stability of locals. Beautifully drawn characters, lyrical depictions of the natural landscape, brotherly love, family loyalty ⠓ and surfing. A powerful and thought-provoking summer read.Garrard⠙s writing burns with the intensity of teenage emotions ⠓ The ObserverTender and angry, salty and sweet⠦ a heartfelt novel shaped by powerful undercurrents ⠓ Michael Morpurgo
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FrostPunk: On The Edge (PC) Klíč Steam (1168135)
Hra na PC - elektronická licence, klíč pro Steam, žánr: strategie, Není vyplněn Alternativní text k fotografii! Hra nbsp;FrostPunk: On The Edge PC je třetím doplňkem k rozšíření základní hry. Není vyplněn Alternativní text k fotografii! Ke hraní je vyžadováno vlastnictví základní hry FrostPunk PC. Není vyplněn Alternativní text k fotografii! Přijměte roli vůdce Vžijte se do role vůdce nové základny poblíž armádního skladu. Nedostatek surovin je na denním pořádku. Každé rozhodnutí má své dopady. Není vyplněn...
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Sixth Grave on the Edge - Jones Darynda
Most girls might think twice before getting engaged to someone like Reyes Farrow---but Charley Davidson is not most girls. She s a paranormal private eye and grim reaper-in-training who s known to be a bit of a hell-raiser, especially after a few shots of caffeine. Her beloved Reyes may be the only begotten son of evil, but he s dark and sultry and deeply sexy and everything Charley could hope for. Really. But when the FBI file on Reyes s childhood happens to land in her lap, she can t help herself: She opens it . . . and then the real fun begins. First, Charley finds a naked corpse riding shotgun in her car. Then, a man loses his soul in a card game. Throw in a Deaf boy who sees dead people, a woman running from mobsters, and a very suspicious Reyes, and things can t get any worse for Charley. Unless, of course, the Twelve Beasts of Hell are unleashed. . . . Ubertalented Jones keeps stirring the plot and throwing in crazy new developments, guaranteed to keep her characters and readers off balance RT Book Reviews
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Living on the Edge of Empire - Rob Collins
Dr Rob Collins and the curators of the remarkable collections from Hadrian s Wall present a striking new contribution to understanding the archaeology of a Roman frontier.Dr Rob Collins and the curators of the remarkable collections from Hadrian s Wall present a striking new contribution to understanding the archaeology of a Roman frontier.This highly illustrated volume showcases the artifacts recovered from archaeological investigations along Hadrian s Wall in order to examine the daily lives of those living along the Northern Frontier of the Roman Empire. Presented by theme, no other book offers such a diverse and thorough range of the rich material culture of the Wall.The accompanying text provides an ethnographic perspective, guiding us through the everyday lives of the people of frontier communities, from the Commanding Officer to the local farmer. This holistic view allows us an insight into the homes and communities, how people dressed, what they ate and drank, their religions and beliefs, domestic and military forms of security, and how they conducted their business and pleasure.
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The House on the Edge - Alex Cotter
A tense thriller that s impossible to put down - perfect for fans of Emma Carroll and Fleur Hitchcock. Where has Faith s dad gone? Her brother is obsessed with the sea ghosts he claims live in the basement, and when he disappears as well, Faith starts to believe in the ghosts too.
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The Sharp Edge of Silence - Cameron Kelly Rosenblum
Students at Lycroft Phelps are marked for success.As a straight-A student and girlfriend of the school s star rower, Charlotte believes in what the school has to offer. Meanwhile, scholarship student Max is struggling. Until he s asked to join the rowing team offering him popularity - but at what cost? Then there s Quinn, a sixth-generation legacy student, who should be able to lay claim to the school in a way others can t. Who instead must watch the boy who assaulted her continue to play at the top of the school s food chain. Only in the dead of night does Q realize the solution to her suffering: Colin Pearce must die.But Lycroft Phelps has more than one dark secret at its heart, and as the three students uncover just how far the school will go to keep those ugly truths hidden, there s a lot more than reputation at stake...A tense and timely thriller with a revenge plot that ll have you on the edge of your seat. Perfect for fans of Kathleen Glasgow, Chelsea Pitcher and Louise O Neill.
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The House on Rye Lane - Susan Allott
â ˜Beautifully written and entirely grippingâ ™ CHRIS WHITAKERâ ˜An evocative, haunting literary thrillerâ ™ ERIN KELLY A terrific spine chillerâ ™ TELEGRAPH A sinister tale, beautifully told THE SUNThey thought theyâ ™d found their dream home. They were wrong.Maxine has bought a huge Georgian townhouse on the edge of Peckham Rye â “ but already the doubts are creeping in.Why are the neighbours so evasive about the previous ownerâ ™s death?Is her partner Seb all he seems to be?And are there more secrets hiding in this houseâ ™s dark corners?The House on Rye Lane is a tense, taut, utterly unnerving novel about the many ways the crimes of the past can haunt the present.
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Bitter Edge - Rachel Lynch
Someone has a score to settle with DI Kelly Porter.When a teenage girl throws herself off a cliff, DI Kelly Porter is left asking why. A once champion runner, Jenna Fraser had the world at her feet until she spiralled into drug use. It s a closed case but as charges are brought against a teacher at Jenna s school for assaulting a pupil, Kelly and her team uncover an even darker story. One which will bring Kelly face-to-face with an old enemy determined to take back what is rightfully his. Just as Kelly draws close to the twisted truth at the heart of her investigation, a single moment on a cold winter s night shatters the notion that anything in her world will ever truly be safe again. Don t miss this gripping crime thriller from million copy bestseller Rachel Lynch. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons and Patricia Gibney. Praise for Bitter Edge What a nail-biter! I was with DI Kelly Porter every inch of the way and was a physical wreck by the end of the book Carol Wyer, author of Little Girl Lost Absolutely freaking brilliant!! This is book 4 in the DI Kelly Porter series and it has fast become one of my favourite series and it just gets better and better Reader review The book s blurb promises this is perfect for fans of Angela Marsons and Robert Bryndza. And it delivers on that promise Reader review Twisted spellbindingly brilliant read you will be missing out on such a good book if you don t read this one. Audaciously Brilliant Reader review Another five star cracker of a DI Kelly Porter investigation! Reader review This book has the best opening chapter I have ever read Reader review Loved this book so much I went back and bought the rest of the series Reader review This is turning into a very addictive, sat on the edge of your seat and definitely wanting more series Reader review
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Lost on Gibbon Island - Jess Butterworth
The Last Bear meets The Life of Pi in this adventure-filled survival story set on a lush Cambodian island! Meet 12-year-old Lark, who finds herself ship-wrecked with no one but a baby gibbon for company. Can she survive storms, lack of food and jelly-fish infested waters and find her way home? If you re reading this, hopefully you ve come to rescue me. My name is Lark Taylor, and I ve been shipwrecked on an island. The last mainland I was on was Cambodia, miles and miles away from home... When Lark s mum takes her family with her on a research trip to Cambodia, Lark never expects that she ll end up stranded on a deserted island! But that s exactly what happens when her boat is shipwrecked.With her only companion a baby gibbon, Lark faces many dangers - brutal storms, scorching sunshine and jellyfish-infested waters. And with dwindling food and water, she must make a plan to find her way off the island before it s too late...Formatted as Lark s diary with lined journal pages, gorgeous design details and a special map of Gibbon Island by Rob Biddulph, this is a gorgeous survival story that will have you on the edge of your seat.
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The Story Orchestra: Hansel and Gretel
Discover the enchanting magic of Hansel and Gretel in this musical reimagining of Humperdinck’s most famous suites – push the button in each scene to hear the vivid sound of an orchestra playing from Humperdinck’s score.On the edge of the woods live Hansel and Gretel with their parents. One day their mother is furious at them for not completing their household chores and sends the siblings into the woods to pick some strawberries. But these are no ordinary woods. They are home to an evil witch who delights in baking children into gingerbread men and eating them! Discover what happens to Hansel and Gretel in this magical retelling of the famous Grimms fairy tale. As you and your little one journey through the magical scenes of one of the greatest fairy tales, press the buttons on each page to hear 10 excerpts from the incidental music! Readers should press firmly on the pages to activate the sounds, encouraging interactive learning and introducing children to this beautiful piece of music.At the back of the book, find a short biography of the composer, Engelbert Humperdinck, with details about his composition of Hansel and Gretel. Next to this, you can replay the musical excerpts and, for each of them, read a discussion of the instruments, rhythms and musical techniques that make them so powerful. A glossary defines musical terms.The Story Orchestra series brings classical music to life for children through gorgeously illustrated retellings of classic ballet, opera and program music stories paired with 10-second sound clips of orchestras playing from their musical scores.Also available in the Story Orchestra series: Four Seasons in One Day, The Nutcracker, The Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, Carnival of the Animals, The Magic Flute, In the Hall of the Mountain King, I Can Play (vol 1), The Planets and A Midsummer Night s Dream. Manufacturer s note: please pull the white tab out of the back of the book before use. Sound buttons require a firm push in exact location to work, which may be hard for young children. All sound clips are 10 seconds long.
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The French Kitchen - Kristy Cambron
In The French Kitchen, award-winning author Kristy Cambron weaves multiple characters and storylines into a tapestry of secrets, betrayals, and redemption. Full of mouthwatering culinary scenes and peppered with several appearances from famed chef Julia Child, who worked in intelligence during World War II, this story of spies and lovers zips between the coast of northern France during the war and Paris in the early 1950s . . . Delicious! --Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author of The Stolen Life of Colette MarceauAs Paris rebuilds in the aftermath of World War II, Kat Fontaine never expected the skills she learned in a French chateau kitchen to be the key that unlocks the secrets swirling in her new post-war life.Paris, 1952--Still haunted by the years she spent serving in the American Office of Strategic Services (OSS) during WWII, ex-pat Kat Fontaine, now living in Paris, finds a simple cookery class led by indomitable chef Julia Child unearths the tangle of gut-wrenching memories of war. Determined to find her brother who went missing during the war and is presumed dead, Kat questions everything, especially her high-ranking society husband whose past is as murky as her own. But when the puzzle pieces start to come together--and her carefully crafted Paris world begins to fall apart--Kat must confront her own secrets against the mounting suspicions of the husband she thought she knew . . .Rue, 1943--Deep in the heart of Nazi-controlled northern France, Manon Altier shifts between working for the enemy by day--as a French chef at the famous Chateau du Broutel, where names like Himmler, Rommel, and Goebbels frequent the guest list--and running with underground networks against the Vichy regime at night. Working undercover to filter critical information to agents within the burgeoning OSS presence in France, Manon digs deep into the glitz and glamour of a Nazi stronghold that has her teetering on the edge of being discovered at any turn. But when an intriguing stranger appears at the chateau claiming to work with the French Resistance, Manon must lean on her instincts to judge whether to run and hide or stand firm--even as a terrifying discovery tests her resolve to continue the fight.From the heights of culinary cuisine in 1950s Paris society to the underbelly of a WWII spy network embedded deep within Nazi-controlled Vichy France--and the spy backstory of the world s most famous would-be French chef, Julia Child--The French Kitchen turns up the heat on the pasts of women whose worlds collide, and forces each to question what she thought she d planned for a perfect future.
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Boudica: Dreaming The Bull - Manda Scott
If you like Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden, you will love this second book in THE SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author Manda Scott s epic retelling of the story of Britain s great warrior queen. One of the boldest of recent adventures in historical fiction...Scott celebrates the mystic matriarchy of the British tribe with lush lyricism and story-weaving panache... -- INDEPENDENT A cry for freedom cloaked in lyrical and sensitive prose. -- OXFORD TIMES Of the recent historical novels set in Roman times, this is the best one I ve read. -- MAIL ON SUNDAY So well written and atmospheric that you are there along with the characters. Plenty of development of the main characters from the first book, lots of suspense and page turning action. -- ***** Reader review Amazing writing, spellbinding, transporting... History and fiction woven together in a memorising way and creating a real and vivid picture of life in Britain 2000 years ago. Highly recommend it! -- ***** Reader review Every book in the series has you on the edge of your seat. It makes you laugh and cry, love and hate. In fact be prepared to experience every emotion. -- ***** Reader review*********************************************THIS IS A HEART-STOPPING STORY OF WAR AND PEACE; OF LOVE, PASSION AND BETRAYAL; OF DRUIDS AND GODS IN A WORLD WHERE EACH LIFE IS SACRED BUT EACH DEATH EVEN MORE SO...In AD 60, Boudica, war leader of the Eceni, led her people in a final bloody revolt against the occupying armies of Rome - the culmination of nearly twenty years of resistance against an occupying force that sought to crush the vibrant native civilization of our island home ...Dreaming The Bull continues the story of Breaca - now hailed Boudica, the Bringer of Victory, and her half-brother, Bán, now an officer in the Roman auxiliary cavalry. Each stands on the opposing side in a brutal war between the occupying army and the defeated tribes; each is determined to see the other dead. Caught between them are two children, son and daughter to two of the greatest warriors their world has ever seen. While in distant Rome, the Emperor Claudius holds the balance of lives in his hands....Boudica s story continues in Boudica: Dreaming the Hound. Have you read Boudica: Dreaming the Eagle, the first instalment of the Boudica story?
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Murder in the maze (Edition2024) - J J Connington
Murder in the Maze is a classic mystery novel that immerses readers in a labyrinthine tale of intrigue, murder, and meticulous investigation. set against the backdrop of a complex and puzzling crime, the narrative unfolds with suspenseful twists and turns, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the truth is revealed. Central to the storyline is the murder itself, a heinous act that sets the stage for the unfolding drama. The novel opens with the discovery of a body, sparking a chain of events that thrusts the characters into a web of suspicion, secrets, and hidden motives. The murder serves as the catalyst for the plot, driving the protagonistâ ”a detective or amateur sleuthâ ”to embark on a relentless quest for justice and truth. The investigation itself is a meticulous journey of discovery, as the protagonist navigates through the maze of clues and red herrings. From forensic evidence to witness testimonies, each piece of information contributes to the unfolding narrative, leading closer to uncovering the identity of the perpetrator and the motive behind the crime. The process of investigation is portrayed with realism and attention to detail, capturing the challenges and breakthroughs that characterize solving a complex murder case. In summary, Murder in the Maze captivates readers with its blend of mystery, detective fiction, and suspenseful intrigue. Through its exploration of murder, investigation, and the labyrinthine nature of human behavior, the novel offers a compelling narrative that challenges readers to unravel the puzzle alongside the protagonist. With its engaging plot, well-developed characters, and skillful storytelling, Murder in the Maze stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of classic mystery fiction, leaving readers eagerly anticipating the resolution of its intricate and captivating puzzle.
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Sing But Keep On Walking - Jan Sutch Pickard
Sing But Keep On Walking moves between the islands of Mull and Iona and the hills of the West Bank and Jerusalem: places â ˜on the edgeâ ™. And, like in Palestine two thousand years ago, thatâ ™s where God comes to us, in human form, as living Word, as light out of darkness. Some images recur â “ like flocks of migrating birds or flowing water, like stories of people who work with their hands: sculptors, a carpenter, a baker. Real people, whose lives are celebrated. â ˜Iâ ™m writing amid political chaos and climate crisis,â ™ says Jan, â ˜with no easy answers â ¦ But we can speak truth to power, walk side by side, sing justice. We can live an alternative.â ™O God, you challenge us to pilgrimage,and you walk with us on those journeys we did not choose. Keep us singing: with joy, with courage, with hope. AmenJan Sutch Pickard is a storyteller and poet living on the Isle of Mull. She is a former Warden of Iona Abbey, and volunteered with the World Council of Churchesâ ™ Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme, serving on different occasions in two West Bank villages.
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The Eighth Life: (for Brilka) (1913348296)
Kniha - autor Nino Haratischvili, 944 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná Six romances, one revolution, the story of the century. "That night Stasia took an oath, swearing to learn the recipe by heart and destroy the paper. And when she was lying in her bed again, recalling the taste with all her senses, she was sure that this secret recipe could heal wounds, avert catastrophes, and bring people happiness. But she was wrong." At the start of the twentieth century, on the edge of the Russian Empire, a family prospers. It owes its success to a delicious chocolate recipe, passed down the generations with great solemnity and caution. A caution which is justified: this is a recipe for ecstasy that carries a very bitter aftertaste ... Stasia learns it from her Georgian father and takes it north, following her new husband, Simon, to his posting at the centre of the Russian Revolution in St Petersburg. Stasia's is only the first in a symphony of grand but...
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Ordinary Monsters : (The Talents Series 1) - Miro J. M.
The first in a captivating new historical fantasy series, ORDINARY MONSTERS introduces the Talents with a catastrophic vision of the Victorian world, and the gifted, broken children who must save it. There in the shadows was a figure in a cloak, at the bottom of the cobblestone stair, and it turned and stared up at them as still and unmoving as a pillar of darkness, but it had no face, only smoke . . . 1882. North of Edinburgh, on the edge of an isolated loch, lies an institution of crumbling stone, where a strange doctor collects orphans with unusual abilities. In London, two children with such powers are hunted by a figure of darkness - a man made of smoke. Charlie Ovid discovers a gift for healing himself through a brutal upbringing in Mississippi, while Marlowe, a foundling from a railway freight, glows with a strange bluish light. When two grizzled detectives are recruited to escort them north to safety, they are confronted by a sinister, dangerous force that threatens to upend the world as they know it. What follows is a journey from the gaslit streets of London to the lochs of Scotland, where other gifted children - the Talents - have been gathered at Cairndale Institute, and the realms of the dead and the living collide. As secrets within the Institute unfurl, Marlowe, Charlie and the rest of the Talents will discover the truth about their abilities and the nature of the force that is stalking them: that the worst monsters sometimes come bearing the sweetest gifts.
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Starfell: Willow Moss and the Magic Thief - Dominique Valente
The fourth book in the magical Starfell series, starring misfit witch Willow Moss. Perfect for readers of 8+ and beautifully illustrated throughout by Sarah Warburton. Willow Moss and the Lost Day was selected as Waterstones Book of the Month.Starfell is on the edge of disaster. The fight against Silas, the wizard determined to steal all magic for himself, is far from over – but how can Willow make a difference when her powers have been taken?With the help of her friends, the young witch sets off to the treacherous Mountains of Nach. There, she hopes to find the Craegun, a powerful beast believed to restore anything that has been lost – for a heavy price. The mission is fraught with danger, but there’s no turning back . . . or the magic of Willow’s world will be lost forever.The epic fourth adventure in the Starfell series is a powerful celebration of kindness, resilience and equality.
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The Akimbo Adventures - Alexander McCall Smith
Three classic adventure tales in one from the bestselling author of The No.1 Ladiesâ ™ Detective AgencyImagine living in the heart of Africa. Imagine living in a place where the sun rises every morning over blue mountains.Akimbo and his parents live on the edge of an African game reserve. It s his father s task to protect the thousands of amazing animals who make it their home, and wildlife-loving Akimbo dreams of helping him. In these three adventures, Akimbo protects elephants from poachers, saves a lion cub from a trap, and rescues a man from a crocodile!This 3-in-1 collection contains Akimbo and the Elephants, Akimbo and the Lions and Akimbo and the Crocodile Man.Fans of The Jungle Book and the Just So Stories will love these stories of wild animals and thrilling adventures.Alexander McCall Smith grew up in Zimbabwe and then moved to Scotland. He was a professor of Medical Law and has written almost 100 books, including the well-loved and bestselling No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series. He lives in Edinburgh.Illustrator Peter Bailey has worked with some of Britain s best-known authors and poets, including Allan Ahlberg, Dick King-Smith, Michael Morpurgo and Philip Pullman.
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The Emperor of Nihon-Ja (Ranger
The Emperor of Nihon-Ja is the tenth thrilling book in John Flanagan s Ranger s Apprentice series - over eight million sold worldwide. When Horace travels to the exotic land of Nihon-Ja, it isn t long before he finds himself pulled into a battle that is not his - but one he knows in his heart he must wage. A kingdom teeters on the edge of chaos when the Nihon-Ja emperor, a defender of the common man, is forcibly overthrown, and only Horace, Will and his companions can restore the emperor to the throne. Victory lies in the hands of an inexperienced group of fighters, and it s anybody s guess who will make the journey home to Araluen . . . Perfect for fans of J.R.R. Tolkien s Lord of the Rings, T.H. White s The Sword in the Stone, Christopher Paolini s Eragon series and Rick Riordan s Percy Jackson series.
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The Wild Way Home
So good I read it twice - Hilary McKay, author of The Skylarks War This thrilling time-slip adventure oozes magic and heart - Bookseller EDITOR S CHOICEWhen Charlieâ ™s longed-for brother is born with a serious heart condition, Charlieâ ™s world is turned upside down. Upset and afraid, Charlie flees the hospital and makes for the ancient forest on the edge of town. There Charlie finds a boy floating face-down in the stream, injured, but alive. But when Charlie sets off back to the hospital to fetch help, it seems the forest has changed. Itâ ™s become a place as strange and wild as the boy dressed in deerskins. For Charlie has unwittingly fled into the Stone Age, with no way to help the boy or return to the present day. Or is there?What follows is a wild, big-hearted adventure as Charlie and the Stone Age boy set out together to find what they have lost â “ their courage, their hope, their family and their way home.Fans of Piers Torday and Stig of the Dump will love this wild, wise and heartfelt debut adventure.
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Stig of the Dump - Clive King
Discover our collectable Puffin Clothbound Classic edition of Stig of the DumpPuffin Clothbound Classics are stunningly beautiful hardback editions of the most famous stories in the world, now including a beautiful 60th anniversary edition of Stig of the Dump, the poignant, humorous story of an unlikely friendship. King s modern classic from 1963 is enduringly loved because it contains so many irresistible ingredients - The TimesBarney is a solitary little boy, given to wandering off by himself. One day he is lying on the edge of a disused chalk-pit when it gives way and he lands in a sort of cave. Here he meets a boy wearing a rabbit skin and speaking in grunts. He names him Stig. Nobody believes Barney when he tells his family all about Stig, but they become great friends, learning each others ways and embarking on a series of unforgettable adventures.Collect our Puffin Clothbound Classics: 9780241444313 The Little Prince 9780241663554 The Jungle Book 9780241568811 Charlotte s Web 9780241688243 Little Women 9780241688250 Peter Pan 9780241688267 The Railway Children 9780241688236 Chinese Cinderella 9780241411216 Treasure Island 9780241411209 The Wizard of Oz 9780241655702 Watership Down 9780241663578 The Worst Witch 9780241663547 David Copperfield 9780241663561 The Neverending Story 9780241623909 Stig of the Dump 9780241623916 The Dark is Rising 9780241411162 The Secret Garden 9780241411148 Black Beauty 9780241411155 Dracula 9780241425121 Frankenstein 9780241425138 Wuthering Heights 9780241425114 Tales from Shakespeare 9780241425107 Tales of the Greek Heroes 9780241411193 A Christmas Carol 9780241621196 Grimms Fairy Tales 9780241425145 Hans Christian Andersen s Fairy Tales
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The Wilds - Sarah Pearse
The Sanatorium took you to the Alps and chilled you to the bone. Now, The Wilds will take you deep into the woods . . . and out there, it s easy to get lost. The most addictive book I ve read in a long time . . . This book really gets you thinking ***** Reader Review A book that will keep you on the edge of your seat, with its blend of psychological depth and thrilling suspense ***** Reader Review Amazing. Made me love reading again ***** Reader ReviewAfter the dark events that scarred her childhood, Kier Templer escaped her hometown and twin to live her life on the road. They ve never lost contact until, on a trip to a Portuguese national park, Kier vanishes without a trace.Detective Elin Warner arrives in the same park ready to immerse herself in its vast wilderness - only to hear about Kier s disappearance, and discover a disturbing map she left behind. The few strangers at the isolated camp close ranks against her questions, and the park s wild beauty starts to turn sinister.Elin must untangle the clues to find out what really happened to Kier. But when you follow a trail, you have to be careful to watch your back... An atmospheric chiller with shocking twists SHARI LAPENA Grips from page one with its serpentine plot and mood of real menace LOUISE CANDLISH Everything we crave in thriller writing. This is a one-sitting read JEFFERY DEAVER A complex story with skilful twists, leading us to a breathless conclusion LUCY CLARKE Intelligent, twisty, stylish and incredibly suspenseful WILL DEAN An addictive, atmospheric mystery in a spectacular setting T.M. LOGAN A stunning, sweeping suspense which leaves you reeling JANE CORRY Will leave your jaw on the floor MATTHEW BLAKE I was gripped and moved. A cracker of a thriller EVE CHASE Whiplash-inducing twists. Utterly gripping JOHN MARRS An engrossing, surprising wilderness thriller MARK EDWARDS*THE SANATORIUM was a No.1 Sunday Times paperback bestseller 08.01.22.
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The Coven - Harper L. Woods
The Sunday Times bestseller and instant New York Times bestseller! Perfect for fans of The Vampire Diaries and Shadow and Bone.**Special collector s edition with hidden cover available while stocks last - cover may vary**---â œYour destiny is not to do what is right. Your destiny is to destroy us all.â Willow Madizza never thought sheâ ™d accept a place at Hollowâ ™s Grove University, the secret and prestigious institution where the best and brightest of her fellow witches learn to wield their magic.But Willow has reasons for being at Hollowâ ™s Grove beyond the education it offers. Raised to be a weapon against the Coven that presides over the University, she must find the bones of her ancestors in order to reclaim the magic that is her destiny.Her only obstacle is Alaric Grayson Thorne, the Universityâ ™s beautiful and infuriating Headmaster. Gray is ruthless, manipulative, dangerous â “ he represents everything Willow has been taught to despise. But despite their mutual loathing, Gray understands Willow better than anyone, and he might just be the key to unlocking her full power . . .---Readers devoured The Coven! A gripping, sexy, atmospheric read A deliciously dark, enemies to lovers, forbidden romance set in an academy for witches Something just hits different when vampires are involved The twists and turns this story took had me speechless! Loved this book from start to finish . . . the author really had me on the edge of my seat with the cliffhanger! The chemistry is off the charts ---Featuring all your favourite tropes!-Enemies-to-lovers- Witches, vampires, demons- Delicious spice payoff- Morally grey MMC- Forbidden romance- Dark academia- Forced proximityThe Coven is book one in the Coven of Bones series and ends on a cliffhanger. This is a gothic, dark academia paranormal romance and includes elements that may be triggering to some readers. For a full list of content warnings, please see the author s website.Instant New York Times bestseller, August 2024, and Sunday Times bestseller, October 2024
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The Silence Factory - Bridget Collins
*PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY OF BRIDGET COLLINS STUNNING NEW NOVEL, THE NAKED LIGHT*The Sunday Times bestseller, from the author of The Binding Utterly originalâ ¦ ensnared me from the very first page EMILIA HART Storytelling at its most immersive ERIN KELLYThe whole world disappears when you enterTHE SILENCE FACTORYIn the Factory, the looms clatter all day. Cobwebs found in ancient Mediterranean glades are spun into a precious fabric that silences the world.But what happens to those who fall under its spell?And who is harnessing its power?After all, a world of silence can bring peace, but it can also conceal the deeds of the wickedâ ¦The Silence Factory is an enthralling story about complicity, desire and corruption â “ a novel to lose yourself in. Breathtaking GLAMOUR A gorgeous, gothic read i PAPER A world that exists on the edge of time and magicâ ¦ this is storytelling at its most immersive ERIN KELLY
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The Story of the Forest - Linda Grant
SHORTLISTED FOR THE ORWELL PRIZE FOR POLITICAL FICTION 2023 Epic and marvellously entertaining... There s a furious energy to the novel, which constantly moves forward even as it looks sorrowfully back FINANCIAL TIMES Magnificent... I want to press a copy on everyone I know NIGELLA LAWSON Epic, magnificent, beautiful... I couldn t put it down PHILIPPA PERRY Jewel-like clarity... exceptional RICHARD COLES Exquisite writing [and] a triumphant, elegant ending MAIL ON SUNDAY An intelligent family saga... ambitious and moving and funny TESSA HADLEYIt s 1913 and a young, carefree and recklessly innocent girl, Mina, goes out into the forest on the edge of the Baltic sea and meets a gang of rowdy young men with revolution on their minds. It sounds like a fairy tale but it s life.The adventure leads to flight, emigration and a new land, a new language and the pursuit of idealism or happiness - in Liverpool. But what of the stories from the old country; how do they shape and form the next generations who have heard the well-worn tales?From the flour mills of Latvia to Liverpool suburbia to post-war Soho, The Story of the Forest is about myths and memory and about how families adapt in order to survive. It is a story full of the humour and wisdom we have come to relish from this wonderful writer.Orwell Prize for Political Fiction Award Ceremony - 22 June 2023
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The Couple in the Photo - Helen Cooper
What a wild ride! Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wow!... A page-turning domestic suspense that will keep you on the edge of your seat Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I inhaled it in one day... Fast-paced mystery with many twists and turns... I was guessing until the final few pages how all of the threads came together. I absolutely could not put it down Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐They re your best friends.Lucy and her husband do everything with their closest friends Cora and Scott. They ve even bought a beach house together to enjoy summers with their kids. They re more than friends: they re family.They re hiding something.When a colleague passes around photographs from her honeymoon in the Maldives, Lucy is shocked to see Scott in one of the pictures, his arm around another woman.The truth will change everything.Then news breaks that the woman from the photograph has mysteriously vanished. Why was Scott there and what is he hiding?As Lucy looks for answers, her whole life begins to unravel. If the lies start here, where do they end?A totally gripping and absolutely addictive psychological thriller with a killer twist you will never see coming. Fans of Daniel Hurst, Freida McFadden and K.L Slater will be hooked from the very first page.Readers are gripped by The Couple in the Photo: I mean, wow! Holy, moly, my head might have just spun right on off my shoulders!... This book delivers! Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ EXCELLENT THRILLER... If you love thrillers, twisty stories and a great heroine, The Couple in the Photo is for you! Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A jaw dropping read which will continually shock you and the ending? Well, picture perfect! Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The very first page had me hooked and wanting more. This book was very fast-paced and I did not want to put it down. Each chapter had me guessing more and more until the end!! As soon as I thought I could guess the ending there was another twist... I read for 5 hours straight Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Praise for The Couple in the Photo: I was hooked from the first page and positively devoured this masterfully constructed tale of lies and deceit. An absolute must-read for all thriller fans: I LOVED it! Sarah Bonner A twisty and intriguing suspense filled with lies and secrets that will have you salivating for more. Her best yet Mira V Shah
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The Wildstorm Curse - Eve Wersocki Morris
A fabled witch. A powerful curse. A monster out for revenge. A spine-tingling adventure steeped in witchlore and darkly dangerous demon myths. I am tired of Eve Wersocki Morris being the best-kept secret in children s literature. I want everyone to be reading her mysterious and mesmirizing books. Please do your part. Lemony Snicket, author of A Series of Unfortunate Events 13-year-old Kallie Tamm can t wait to spend a week of her summer holidays at the Wildstorm Theatre Camp: she s determined not to let her dyslexia hold her back from achieving her dream of becoming a playwright. The finale of the whole week is a performance in the local village theatre. But as soon as she arrives, Kallie discovers that the cast will be performing a play written by a 17th Century witch, Ellsabet Graveheart, and strange, scary things start happening. Unbeknown to Kallie, a dark shadow is stirring in the woodland near Wildstorm: an ancient and dangerous creature has awoken from a centuries old slumber, and they re out for revenge, putting Kallie and all of her new friends in grave danger. The Wildstorm Curse is a thrillingly suspenseful story about unlikely heroes and the power of storytelling, from author of The Bird Singers, Eve Wersocki Morris.Praise for The Wildstorm Curse A cursed theatre, a witch s play and a warm-hearted heroine determined to follow her dream. I loved this perfectly paced mystery showcasing the magic of storytelling and the power of friendship. - A.F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief A riveting tale full of secrets, suspense and the power of storytelling. Just beware reading it if camping out in a dark, spooky wood... - Jamie Littler, bestselling author of Frostheart Fabulously gripping. I couldn t put it down. - Abi Elphinstone, bestselling author of Sky Song Bewitching and beguiling - The Wildstorm Curse is a heartwarming and spinechilling tale of friendship, bravery, and the intoxicating magic of storytelling. Once you step foot into the Wildstorm Theatre, you ll never want to leave. - Jack Meggitt-Phillips, author of The Beast and the Bethany The Wildstorm Curse is a brilliant, spine-tingling mystery that kept me on the edge of my seat. I would wholeheartedly recommend it! - Ewa Jozefkowicz, author of The Dragon in the Bookshop Distinctive, dark and mysterious - a thoroughly intriguing adventure. - Katherine Woodfine, author of The Sinclair s Mysteries
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