the clock pam fong

An artful nonfiction ode to the beauty and magic of second chances. In early twentieth-century Paris, a new train station—the Gare d’Orsay—was a marvel to everyone who saw it. With stunning architecture and the first trains to be powered by electricity, the station welcomed the world. At the heart of the station was a brilliant clock that hung high above the crowds. The clock was essential in keeping the station humming. It was as beautiful as it was important. Until it was not. Paris expanded and soon outgrew the station. The crowds moved elsewhere, and the clock was abandoned. But memories are strong, and a love of beauty remains. In this poignant account of the transformation of a Paris train station into the world-class Musée d’Orsay (Orsay Museum), Pam Fong invites readers to experience the decades-long journey of a resilient clock, and to discover a lasting truth—there is always time for second chances.

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Hedgehog loves his new home. But even before he can set foot inside, his house is destroyed. No matter how much he cries, yells, complains, worries, or even feels sorry for himself, Hedgehog is powerless to change the situation. It isn’t until he learns to see things differently that Hedgehog turns his obstacle into an opportunity. With its tender, openhearted text and beautifully rendered illustrations, Hedgehog and the Log is about acceptance, perseverance, and, most of all, hope.

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When a thick fog rolls in, an irresistible little puffin is lost in unfamiliar territory. When the Fog Rolls In is an exceptional picture book about navigating uncertainty, opening your mind, and finding your way back to your flock.On a clear day, it’s easy to see your way. But when the fog rolls in, it’s hard to know which way to go. Sometimes the only way to escape the fog is to go through it, knowing that the big, bright world is waiting for you on the other side.With a sensitive, layered text and atmospheric, lush illustrations, author-artist Pam Fong has crafted a tenderhearted story about a lost puffin finding its way through foggy circumstances. This expressive picture book will help readers—and their parents—talk about feeling lost, making decisions, and broadening their perspectives. As in the acclaimed A Spark in the Dark, Pam Fong’s When the Fog Rolls In masterfully tackles nuanced emotions in a way that’s accessible for young children. When the Fog Rolls In is an excellent choice for social and emotional learning for readers of Cori Doerrfeld’s The Rabbit Listened and Dan Santat’s After the Fall.

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A beautiful day is dawning—but everyone except Little Cloud is too busy to notice. A lush and emotional picture book about curiosity, exploration, and being present, from the creator of A Spark in the Dark and When the Fog Rolls In. For fans of Beth Ferry and Tom Lichtenfeld.A cloud’s job is to make storms. And that is what they love to do. All except one, that is. Little Cloud would much rather take a moment to enjoy the view of the world below. The farmer is whistling, the piglets are having a snack, the bees are buzzing, ducks waddling, and stream babbling. But NONSENSE, thunders Big Gray Cloud. There’s no time for that. Big Gray Cloud and the others are so busy getting ready to storm that they never notice the sun coming out until it scatters them.With expressive characters and lush scenery, Pam Fong delivers a beautiful picture book with compelling social and emotional hooks. The Little Cloud encourages us to stay curious and be present, find delight in what others may overlook, and make the most out of each day.

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The wonderful long-awaited second novel from Pam Smy, the celebrated author and illustrator of Thornhill.Covering themes of families, childhood, domestic violence, being separated and reunited, this is an important and beautifully illustrated book for middle grade readers right up to adults.‘The Hideaway by Pam Smy is a work of art. Smy is the genius writer and illustrator of the stunning Thornhill. Smy takes children’s books to another level. Highly recommend.’ - David WalliamsThe wonderful long-awaited second novel from Pam Smy, celebrated author and illustrator of Thornhill.The Hideaway tells the story of a boy, Billy McKenna, who runs away from a difficult situation at home and takes refuge in an overgrown graveyard. While hiding there he meets an elderly man who is tending the graves in preparation for a day in November when something magical is set to happen.The book is written in two alternating narratives, both different aspects of the same story. One thread tells of Billy''s experience of hiding away in the graveyard, his mixed-up feelings and emotions, and the supernatural events he eventually witnesses. The other tells of his mother''s situation at home and the police search for Billy. Covering themes of family, childhood, separation and reunion, domestic violence and doing the right thing, this is an important and beautiful book for middle grade readers right up to adults.Billy''s story is illustrated throughout with tonal and textured black and white drawings, until the event on All Souls'' Eve, when the text gives way to a series of double page images of the supernatural happening.The Hideaway is a compelling, exciting and emotional story that will stay with you long after you finish the last page.

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A heart-warming, rhyming story about a little otter called Oliver, written by bestselling poet Pam Ayres, author of The Last Hedgehog.Come on down to the riverbank, and discover a wild and wonderful world . . . Oliver the otter is happy enough living alone, swimming or scampering along the twisty-rooted waterways. Until one day, among the green rushes, he meets an otter called Ottilie – and his life changes forever.Written in rhyme and beautifully illustrated by the award-winning Nicola O''Byrne, Pam Ayres''s charming tale brings the natural world to life. With nature facts interwoven throughout, and an information page at the end, including tips on how to spot and look after otters.I am Oliver the Otter will make the perfect gift for nature lovers of all ages and is followed up by the second book in the series, I am Hattie the Hare.

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Follow Emily the barn owl on an extraordinary journey through her life in the fields, unveiling the fascinating world of these secretive and enchanting creatures, written in rhyme by the much-loved poet, Pam Ayres.Did you ever see us, in these fields and grassy places?Sensed our silent wings; glimpsed our exquisite heart-shaped faces?From the loss of her cherished barn to finding hope and a new home, discover the resilience and beauty of barn owls like Emily in I am Emily the Owl. Learn what sustains these graceful hunters, from their hunts for voles and mice to the snug boxes that become their sanctuaries.Beautifully illustrated by award-winning artist Nicola O''Byrne, I am Emily the Owl is the third book in Pam Ayres''s Animal Stories series. Bursting with natural facts interwoven throughout the story, and with an information spread at the end that includes tips on how to spot these majestic creatures.

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I Am Hattie the Hare is a charming tale about Hattie and all the beautiful creatures of her kind, written in playful rhyme by Pam Ayres.We didnÂ’t always live here, once we had a sunny home,We came here with centurions, all the way from Rome . . .From grape green meadows to old-fashioned farms, hares travelled thousands of miles to find a home in our countrysides. What do they eat? What''s their perfect habitat? Can you tell them apart from rabbits?Wonderfully illustrated by award-winning artist Nicola O''Byrne, I Am Hattie the Hare is a follow-up to Amazon bestseller, I Am Oliver the Otter. Bursting with natural and historical facts interwoven throughout the story, and with an information spread at the end, that includes tips on where to spot these gentle and instinctive animals.

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In I Am Hattie the Hare, take a trip through wide-open lands to learn about these beautiful and fascinating creatures.We didnÂ’t always live here, once we had a sunny home,We came here with centurions, all the way from Rome . . .From grape green meadows to old-fashioned farms, hares travelled thousands of miles to find a home in the British countryside. What do they eat? What''s their perfect habitat? Can you tell them apart from rabbits?Written in playful rhyme from the point of view of one particular hare, Hattie, and wonderfully illustrated by award-winning artist Nicola O''Byrne, Pam Ayres''s charming tale is a follow-up to Amazon bestseller, I Am Oliver the Otter. Bursting with natural and historical facts interwoven throughout the story, and with an information spread at the end, that includes tips on where to spot these gentle and beautiful creatures.

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THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A BARACK OBAMA SUMMER PICKA rollicking, revelatory look at the tumult of the early 1990s and the rise of a new, more berserk America that birthed the Donald Trump Era‘When the Clock Broke is leagues more insightful on the subject of Trump’s ascent than most writing that purports to address the issue directly’ Washington Post‘A fascinating, provocative challenge to our age – passionate, unexpected, illuminating’ Rory StewartWith the Soviet Union extinct, Saddam Hussein defeated and US power at its zenith, the early 1990s promised a ‘kinder, gentler America’. It didn’t work out that way. Instead, it was a period of punishing economic hardship, rising anger and domestic strife, setting the tone for the polarization and resurgent extremism we know today.In this original and often hilarious book, John Ganz narrates the fall of the Reagan order and the rise of a new kind of paranoid politics: how a group of con men and conspiracists declared a culture war on liberal elites, rejected ‘globalism’ and called for a ‘populist basedpresidency’. Trumpism was struggling to be born.A rollicking exposé of the end of the post-World War II order, this book shows the advent of a new, more berserk America.‘Terrific . . . When the Clock Broke is one of those rarest of books: unflaggingly entertaining while never losing sight of its moral core’ New York TimesOne of the Washington Post’s 10 Best Books of 2024One of the New York Times’ 100 Notable Books of 2024Longlisted for the National Book Critics Circle Award 2024

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An exhilarating and searing memoir about life as a professional female footballer - and a beautiful examination of the joy and pain of serious athletics‘Will appeal to readers ready and willing to embrace the deep affinities among the craft and discipline of sport’ TLSIn The Striker and the Clock, Georgia Cloepfil tells the story of her life in football: the triumph, the exhilaration, the deep bonds between teammates, and also the years of self-denial, exile and dedication, in which players try in vain to outpace a clock that ticks down toward an indeterminate ending.Threading between floodlit pitches, sparse dorm rooms, and doctor’s offices, Cloepfil outlines an obsessive pursuit: one that sees her begin each day by touching the ball a thousand times, running sprints alone on empty fields and practicing near-constant visualization and revisualization of triumph and despair.What emerges is a profound meditation on what it is to have a body, and what it is to have the compulsion to push it to do the near impossible; and a love letter to the motivations, joys, pains and desires of a beautiful game.''Georgia Cloepfil has written a nimble, breathtaking book about the beautiful game, and about her beautiful, brutal life playing it'' Louisa Thomas, sports writer for the New Yorker ''With the deft and determined movements of a seasoned player, Georgia Cloepfil writes about what it means to endure and what it means to leave a sport behind'' Leanne Shapton

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''Laura Vanderkam is one of the world''s leading experts in time management and productivity . . . her insights in Off the Clock can change your life'' - Dorie Clark, author of Stand Out''Laura Vanderkam delivers a compelling and evidence-based argument that busyness is overrated in our current culture. Living a full life, at work and at home, is about doing the right things well, and confidently missing out on everything else'' - Cal Newport, bestselling author of Deep Work''I loved it . . . Vanderkam expertly weaves together interviews with experts, anecdotes about her own personal life, philosophical musings, and scientific research'' - Shana Lebowitz, Business Insider UKLearn to savour life''s best moments - no matter how busy you are - through mindset shifts that alter your perception of time.Laura Vanderkam, the acclaimed author of What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast, isn''t like other time-management gurus. She''s not trying to shave off 30 seconds here or there; she''s interested in the emotional and psychological side of the 168 hours everyone has each week. Her message is that we all have more time than we think we do, and can feel less stressed while getting more done. With the right habits, you can live efficiently and effectively, and yet still see time as abundant. For instance, Vanderkam teaches: - How to clear your calendar of activities that are boring, stressful or simply not the best use of your time- Why tackling your top priorities during the hours when you have the most energy will change your perception of what it means to be productive- How to linger in great experiences while they''re happening, and why good memories seem to make time expandPacked with insights from busy yet relaxed professionals, including ''time makeovers'' of people who are learning to use these tools, Off the Clock can inspire the rest of us to creative lives that are not only productive, but enjoyable in the moment.

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The Map and the Clock is a celebration of the most scintillating poems ever composed on our islands.Curated by Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy, and by Gillian Clarke, National Poet of Wales, this anthology gathers fourteen centuries of extraordinary verse – beginning with the first writings from the old languages of England and Ireland, Scotland and Wales, and culminating in some of our most recent poets, speaking in our present-day tongues. Many of our founding myths and legends are told here – King Arthur and Gawain, Beowulf and Mad Sweeney, the Mabinogion – as are the nursery-tales and songs we still sing today. Through these pages we witness the tragedy of European wars and world conflict; we court romance and friendship; we explore nationhood and belonging, identity and belief; and we are welcomed to a celebration of the cultural diversity of the poetries of our twenty-first century.The Map and the Clock is a stunning and essential treasury of the poems that have moulded our languages, examined our worlds, and shaped our islands through time.

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"This isn’t an ordinary murder. The dead man was the Chancellor of the Exchequer and the murder was in the House of Commons." The clock is Big Ben, above the Houses of Parliament. The Chancellor of the Exchequer is ready to present his non populist budget. Arriving a little late, he makes his preliminary speech, sipping from a glass of claret-and-seltzer as he talks. But it is a speech he is never to finish – for Edgar Reardon suddenly topples to the floor, dead. Battling to keep any scandal to a minimum, Inspector Ripple and Amos Petrie uncover a conspiracy that goes to the very heart of government – and a murder so ingenious as to shock even an investigator of his experience with its audacity. Below the Clock returns to classic Golden Age writing with an ingenious whodunit set at the heart of the political establishment.

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A rhyming picture book about an owl named Emily – written by bestselling poet Pam Ayres and illustrated by award-winning artist Nicola O'Byrne, creators of the bestselling I Am Oliver the Otter and I Am Hattie the Hare.

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An exhilarating and searing memoir about life as a professional female footballer - and a beautiful examination of the joy and pain of serious athletics‘Riveting ... A paean to the beautiful game’ Los Angeles Times ‘It contained so much of what I love and find endlessly interesting about football ... A very lovely thinker and writer’ Rebecca Watson‘A compelling debut’ Times Literary SupplementIn The Striker and the Clock, Georgia Cloepfil tells the story of her life in football: the triumph, the exhilaration, the deep bonds between teammates, and also the years of self-denial, exile and dedication, in which players try in vain to outpace a clock that ticks down toward an indeterminate ending.What emerges is a profound meditation on what it is to have a body, and what it is to have the compulsion to push it to do the near impossible; and a love letter to the motivations, joys, pains and desires of a beautiful game.

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Go behind the scenes with the Calgary Flames at the NHL draft A singular, transcendent talent can change the fortunes of a hockey team instantly. Each year, NHL teams approach the draft with this knowledge, hoping that luck will be on their side and that their extensive scouting and analysis will pay off.In On the Clock: Calgary Flames, Ryan Pike explores the fascinating, rollercoaster history of the Flames at the draft, including tales of legends like Al MacInnis and Gary Suter, plus newer faces like Andrew Mangiapane. Readers will go behind the scenes with top decision-makers as they evaluate, deliberate, and ultimately make the picks they hope will tip the fate of their franchise toward success.From seemingly surefire first-rounders to surprising late selections and the ones that got away, this is a must-read for Calgary faithful and hockey fans eager for a glimpse at how teams are built.

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Rewinding twelve hours, the events of the afternoon and evening unfold, revealing a multitude of clues and motives from a closed cast of suspects until the narrative reaches 4am again – then races on to its riveting conclusion at 4pm as the reader is led twice round the clock.

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‘A beautiful, heart-warming yet sometimes heart-wrenching book… Beautiful… I was left with a smile on my face’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Can a second chance heal their broken family?Since their mother walked out on them as children, Izzie’s taken responsibility for her younger sister, Linda. And when their father’s temper flares up, Izzie knows the girls are better off on their own.But when a handsome Italian chef moves to Worthing and offers Izzie a job in his cafe, she is forced to choose between her responsibilities and her desires. Then her mother resurfaces, and Izzie discovers there’s more to her abandonment than meets the eye.Will Izzie be able to come to terms with the past in order to pursue the future she deserves?A gripping and emotional family drama from the Sunday Times bestselling author, perfect for fans of Katie Flynn and Rosie Clarke.Readers love At Home by the Sea:‘Such a remarkable book from start to finish… It will touch your heart… Loved it’ Goodreads reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I couldn''t put it down it was so captivating’ Goodreads reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Family saga at its best. Such lovely story lines and you actually feel like you are in the book’ NetGalley reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A warm story about love, betrayal, family… I loved the ending. It was incredible!’ NetGalley reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Loved this book, I couldn’t put it down’ NetGalley reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Lovely book, couldn''t stop reading it… There are lots of secrets in this story which keep the reader gripped til the very end… Would definitely recommend’ NetGalley reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I was hooked from the first page… Read it for yourself and experience this brilliant book’ NetGalley reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Objev podobné jako At Home by the Sea - Pam Weaver

For many centuries, a falling weight has been used as an energy source to drive mechanical clocks. It is a versatile and constant force that has been used to power clocks, from the great cathedral clocks of the world to precision timekeepers, astronomical regulators, the longcase clock and many designs of wall clock. This comprehensive and detailed book describes the function of the parts of a weight-driven clock, before accompanying you on the journey to making your own. There are many components that need to be made and skills to be mastered to make a weight-driven clock movement. This book will enable you make all the parts required, including the plates and pillars, and show you how to cut the wheels and pinions. From there, you will make the barrel assembly, pallet and hour wheel bridges, pallet, pallet arbor and the crutch. Finally, the pendulum and the pulley are made before the clock movement is ready to be assembled and operated. With over 400 photographs, showing every stage of the build, and over 100 technical drawings, covering the construction of the movement, this book is a practical step-by-step guide to making your own weight-driven clock movement.

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My First Clock Book is a fun introduction to telling time for kids aged three and over. This fantastic novelty board book from Priddy Books even includes a clock with hands that move!Set around a school day, each page has a different time for children to learn about. The clock is set in a die-cut within the cover and folds out so the child can match the time on every page, reinforcing the concept. With fun illustrations and simple questions to answer, kids will learn all about time and how it relates to their own day.

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The entire history of Planet Earth as you''ve never seen it before, ideal for readers 8+.Our planet has been spinning in the blackness of Space for 4.5 billion years. People have only been around for a tiny part of it. But what happened before we arrived on the scene? Before animals, dinosaurs and even trees? Imagine if we could discover Earth''s history in one day...Starting the clock from the formation of the Earth, discover each significant moment in time on the clock, counting down to midnight. Earth Clock covers the most interesting and high-impact moments of our planet''s geological history with stunning, detailed illustrations, while charting the evolution of life on Earth, from ancient single-celled organisms to the species we know today, until modern humans appear – at just four seconds to midnight. What will tomorrow bring?

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One woman''s trash is another woman''s—lost Chagall masterpiece?!?Expat Zoe Barlow has settled well into her artist’s life among the Lost Generation in 1920s Paris. When a too-tipsy guest at her weekly poker game breaks Zoe’s favorite clock, she’s off to a Montparnasse flea market to bargain with the vendor Laurette for a replacement. What Zoe didn’t bargain for was the lost Chagall painting that’s been used like a rag to wrap her purchases! Eager to learn whether Laurette has more Chagalls lying about like trash, Zoe sets off to track her down at her storage shed. With no Laurette in sight, Zoe snoops around and indeed finds several additional Chagalls—and then she finds Laurette herself, dead beneath a scrap heap, her beautiful face bashed in.With Paris hosting the 1924 Summer Olympics, the police are far too busy with tourist-related crimes to devote much time to the clock seller’s murder. After returning the paintings to a grateful Marc Chagall, Zoe begins her own investigation. Did the stolen paintings play any part in the brutal killing? Or was it a crime of passion? Zoe soon discovers that there were many people who had reason to resent the lovely Laurette. But who hated the girl enough to stop her clock permanently? When Zoe discovers a second murder victim, the pressure is on to find the killer before time—and luck—run out.

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In Paris, six women have vanished, to be found a week later, mutilated with their skulls split open. Evidence suggests that the murderer is a woman and that she is preparing to strike again. Trying to escape from her boring life, Hortense Daniel meets the mysterious Prince Rénine. When Prince Rénine's lover disappears, he fears that she is about to become the latest victim. All seems helpless and a rescue seems impossible before the axe falls. But Rénine is actualy Arsène Lupin, the world's greatest criminal mastermind, and he will stop at nothing to catch the killer.

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Kick back and relax into full-time retired life with animals that already know how to live the good life in this funny, utterly adorable and giftable retirement book. Inside you''ll find hard-working (and hardly working) pups and kittens to inspire, admire - and just plain make you laugh - paired with quotes and sayings all about making the most of the best years of your life. Shake off those sad goodbyes with this beautiful, hardcover collection of dogs and cats on permanent vacation - the perfect gift for the new retiree in your life!

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''Satisfyingly intriguing'' Faith Martin ''J.M. Hall has mastered the warmth of a perfect modern cosy crime with all the twists and turns that go with it. I really enjoyed it!'' Hannah HendyRetired schoolteachers and amateur sleuths Liz, Pat and Thelma are giving up their coffee morning for a brand-new mystery.Retired teachers Pat, Liz and Thelma are happiest whiling away their hours over coffee, cake and chat at the Thirsk Garden Centre café.But when their good friend tells them about an unsettling experience she had in a sinister-feeling charity shop, they simply can’t resist investigating…Because the entire shop has vanished into thin air.Before long, our trio of unlikely sleuths find themselves embroiled in a race against the clock to get to the bottom of this mystery – but who has a secret to hide and how far will they go to keep it concealed?Only time will tell…Praise for A Clock Stopped Dead:''Satisfyingly intriguing'' Faith Martin, author of the Travelling Cook Mysteries series‘This book feels just like a visit to old friends! The relationship between Liz, Pat and Thelma is so warm, funny and relatable that you could be forgiven for thinking that the plot is almost a secondary concern, but no – there’s proper twists and turns, and a very satisfying conclusion. This series just goes from strength to strength’ Fiona Leitch, author of the Nosey Parker cosy mystery series‘Hall writes with winning charm, wit and humour. This novel had me gripped and chuckling from the start, especially the warmth and tensions between the crime solving trio of former teachers. Three strong women, lots of hot tea, and a devlish clever plot. You’ll love it.’ Suk Pannu, author of Mrs Sidhu''s Dead and Scone‘Just what the doctor ordered, a perfect cosy mystery to snuggle up with. Highly entertaining and will have you laughing out loud, an absolute joy’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Liz, Pat and Thelma are my new favourite detective trio. I feel like I know all their quirky personalities. Get me in their gang!'' NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I absolutely loved this cosy mystery… Keeps you turning the pages’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''So glad I picked this up! I really enjoyed reading about older protagonists'' NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Absolutely loved this book!! I really enjoyed the characters! I was up all night reading and couldn''t put the book down! I highly recommend!!’ NetGalley review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Charming… The plot is cozy and tricky, with just the right blend of Miss Marple, interesting and quirky characters, secrets, unexpected nuance, colourful cardigans, and of course, heaps of tea and warm companionship. I loved this book’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Gripping and addictive’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Oh how brilliant was this book?!I just couldn''t put it down…Had great comical moments throughout. A really good murder mystery book’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A great cozy mystery… Wonderful’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This book is a joy, I really, really loved it…A five star read’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Basketball star Garrett’s brother has been kidnapped – and if he doesn’t fix the NBA championship, Jake will be dead before the final buzzer in this edge-of-the-seat thriller set in the dark, criminal underbelly of Sin CityCaitlin Glass had aspirations of becoming a professional basketball player until an injury ended her college career. Now a small-town police officer with a husband and young son, she’s watched with envy as her ex-boyfriend, Garrett Streeter, became a star. But as Garrett leads his team to the NBA Finals, he suddenly shows up at her door, asking for help.Garrett’s brother has been kidnapped. If Garrett wants Jake to survive, he has to do the unthinkable: cheat, and fix the championship series. If they don’t track Jake down before the final buzzer, he’ll be dead. Putting aside her deep misgivings, Caitlin dives into the dark, criminal underbelly of glitzy Las Vegas while the clock is ticking, and the seconds Jake has to live are running out . . .Shot Clock is the latest novel by critically acclaimed author Andrew Bourelle, James Patterson’s co-writer, who Publishers Weekly described as “a writer to watch”. Fans of Harlan Coben, David Baldacci and Lee Child, take note!

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A twisty and ingenious classic Japanese murder mystery from the author of The Decagon House Murders.

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Marvel Legacy hits Asgard with a bang - the death of the Mighty Thor! The final judgment comes as the Mangog arrives. The War Thor meets the beast head-on, but even the bloodthirst of this Ultimate hammer-wielder may pale in comparison to the Mangog's might! The battle rages as Jane Foster's cancer takes a turn for the worse, and she might not have to wait for the final judgment at all. The clock is ticking, the War of the Realms is spreading, and Mjolnir cannot save her this time. Can even the legendary Hercules help avert disaster? It's the beginning of the end - one that will lead to the most dramatic finale in the Marvel Universe. The tragic and heroic story of Jane Foster finally reaches its heart-rending zenith! COLLECTING: MIGHTY THOR 700-706, MIGHTY THOR: AT THE GATES OF VALHALLA

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THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING CHILDREN’S DEBUT FICTION BOOK *THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING CHILDREN’S HARDBACK FICTION BOOK *‘A Da Vinci Code for kids’ – RICHARD OSMAN‘A triumph … a very modern fantasy, in which the inventive plot is balanced by a strong degree of psychological realism, and a hero to whom every young reader is likely to relate.’ THE TELEGRAPH ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''A wild-winged adventure that soars effortlessly to the greatest heights of fantasy!’ – BEN MILLER“A fabulous quest story … a total page turner.” – TOPPSTA READER REVIEW ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Discover the thrilling children’s debut novel from Alexander Armstrong. A modern classic for children aged 9-12, bursting with ancient magic, secret societies and fearsome foes! For fans of Philip Pullman’s Dark Materials, Skandar, Percy Jackson and Harry Potter.………An ancient magic. A deadly enemy. A reluctant hero.12-year-old Sam’s world is blown apart when he discovers that his family was once at the heart of a secret society – The Order of the Evening – that had long protected the world. Now a powerful enemy is closing in, destroying all in its path to find the Order’s hidden palace of Bellasis and the source of its powerful magic. Only Sam can stop them. But first, he must bring the Order together again.The clock is ticking. Dark forces are massing. Sam must undertake perilous journeys, determine friend and foe, and discover his true powers. For this boy holds the future of the world in his hands …It’s time to enter a world of magic, intrigue, danger and glory … if you dare!*Evenfall reached number 5 in the TCM top 5000 Children’s chart Week w/e 14-SEP-2024

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Discover the eighth book in the gripping Will Trent series, from the Sunday Times bestselling crime and thriller author.''Her characters, plot, and pacing are unrivalled'' MICHAEL CONNELLY''One of the boldest thriller writers working today!'' TESS GERRITSENNow a major TV Series on Disney+-----------When the body of an ex-cop is found in an abandoned Atlanta warehouse, Special Agent Will Trent is catapulted into one of the most devastating cases of his career.Whilst examining the crime scene, Trent finds evidence of a second victim who has vanished...and who will die if she isn''t found soon.But, for Trent, the worst is yet to come.Because an unexpected discovery at the scene reveals a link to his troubled past. And the consequences will wreak havoc on his life and the lives of those he loves, those he works with, and those he pursues.With the clock ticking, Trent must act fast to save the mystery woman''s life......and to protect his own.-----------Crime and thriller masters know there''s nothing better than a little Slaughter:''Passion, intensity, and humanity'' LEE CHILD''I''d follow her anywhere'' GILLIAN FLYNN''A writer of extraordinary talents!!'' KATHY REICHS''Fiction does not get any better than this'' JEFFERY DEAVER''A great writer at the peak of her powers'' PETER JAMES''Raw, powerful and utterly gripping'' KATHRYN STOCKETT''With heart and skill Karin Slaughter keeps you hooked from the first page until the very last'' CAMILLA LACKBERG''Amongst the world''s greatest and finest crime writers'' YRSA SIGURÐARDÓTTIRKarin Slaughter, Sunday Times bestseller, July 2023

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A gripping, edge-of-your-seat historical novel from the bestselling author of The Alice Network and The Huntress! *Winner of Historical Novel of the Year in NetGalley UK’s Books of 2021**Editors’ Pick Best Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Amazon US*‘A terrific book bursting with vivid atmosphere’ Dinah Jefferies, #1 bestselling author of The Tea-Planter’s Wife’Wonderful…A hugely satisfying and thrilling read’ Fern Britton, #1 bestselling author of Daughters of Cornwall‘Immersive, thrilling and packed with wonderful characters…I absolutely loved every page of this incredible book’ Jill Mansell, bestselling author of Maybe This Time1940, Bletchley Park, Buckinghamshire.Three very different women are recruited to the mysterious Bletchley Park, where the best minds in Britain train to break German military codes.Vivacious debutante Osla has the dashing Prince Philip of Greece sending her roses – but she burns to prove herself as more than a society girl, working to translate decoded enemy secrets. Self-made Mab masters the legendary codebreaking machines as she conceals old wounds and the poverty of her East-End London upbringing. And shy local girl Beth is the outsider who trains as one of the Park’s few female cryptanalysts.1947, London. Seven years after they first meet, on the eve of the royal wedding between Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip, disaster threatens. Osla, Mab and Beth are estranged, their friendship torn apart by secrets and betrayal. Yet now they must race against the clock to crack one final code together, before it’s too late, for them and for their country.If you loved The Crown, don’t miss this riveting historical novel!

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‘I’ve fallen in love with the characters in this series’ ????? ‘Her books are like magnets: one page turns into five, turns into fifty, and suddenly it’s 2 a.m.’ ????? He's tracking people down one by one And you're next on the list… A MAN MURDERED, LIVE ON CAMERA When a DVD is delivered in the dead of night, DCI Cara Elliott hits play on a horrifying showreel of violence… This is death, on demand. A KILLER COUNTING DOWN Avid viewers are paying for the killings, with twisted specifications. A request, an abduction, a murder. And always in a forty-eight-hour pattern. A MISSING DETECTIVE But when the killer finds out they’re being investigated, they reveal their next target. In forty-eight hours, a police officer will be the one in front of the camera. The hunters have become the hunted, and the clock is ticking… Praise for Sam Holland's thrillers ‘Smart and brooding, icepick-sharp and shadow-dark; best of all, though, it’s scary as hell. Think you’re tough? Pick up this novel and prove it’ A. J. Finn, author of The Woman in the Window ‘Really disturbing and gripping but with a trademark sexy cop at the heart to offset the serial killer gore. Lots of fun in a very nightmarish way’ Harriet Tyce, author of Blood Orange ‘Fierce, frightening, twisted and addictive.’ Chris Whitaker, author of We Begin at the End ‘Fast and furious, Sam Holland doesn’t take her foot off the pedal for a second’ Victoria Selman, author of Truly Darkly Deeply ‘If you like crime that’s dark, twisted, and keeps you up all night, Holland is the author for you’ Jack Jordan, author of Do No Harm ‘I raced through this page-turner and slept with the light on after finishing it!’ Elle Croft, author of The Guilty Wife ‘Fascinating, complex characters, whose relationships are every bit as humanly messy as the crime scenes they face’ Dominic Nolan, author of Vine Street Readers love The Countdown Killer… ‘I’ve fallen in love with the characters in this series’ ????? ‘Her books are like magnets: one page turns into five, turns into fifty, and suddenly it’s 2 a.m.’ ????? ‘An unputdownable read and I read most of it in 24 hours’ ????? ‘Captured me from the first page and didn’t let go’ ????? ‘Gripping, disturbing, and timely’ ????? ‘Honestly, my favourite so far – which says a lot as I was obsessed with The Echo Man!’ ????? ‘One of my most anticipated reads, and it did not disappoint!’ ????? ‘A must-read for fans of gritty police procedurals and serial killer fiction’ ????? ‘A compelling crime thriller with interestingly flawed characters you hope come out the other side intact’ ????? ‘The pacing is electric, with tension that never lets up and twists that genuinely surprised me’ ????? ‘More than just a police procedural thriller’ ????? ‘The writing is immersive and addictive – I completely binged the second half in one sitting’ ????? ‘This series is one of my all-time favourite thrillers, and The Countdown Killer totally lived up to the hype. Actually, scratch that—it might be my favourite one yet’ ????? ‘Words cannot explain how much I loved this book’ ?????

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The sixth book in the New York Times bestselling series with over ten million copies in print!‘Terrifyingly fun! Max Brallier’s The Last Kids on Earth delivers big thrills and even bigger laughs.’ Jeff Kinney, author of Diary of a Wimpy KidNow an award-winning Netflix show!The highly-anticipated 6th book of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling series, with over 3 million copies in print!Jack Sullivan, Quint Baker, June Del Toro, and Dirk Savage are about to have their biggest adventure yet. That’s right–it’s ROAD TRIP TIME!Now wielding the Midnight Blade, Jack Sullivan and the gang are furiously searching for the villainous Thrull and his skeleton army. The clock is ticking: the enemy has begun constructing the Tower–a portal with the power to bring Rezzoch the Ancient, Destructor of Worlds, to our dimension. Equipped with a crucial clue discovered by June on her Wild Flight, the group does the once-unthinkable: they leave Wakefield behind and embark on an … EPIC ROAD TRIP! That means music blasting, kitschy roadside attractions, snacks snacks snacks, dangerous detours, and a slew of zombies and monsters at every turn. But this is no ordinary post-apocalyptic joyride. Because soon, they are pursued by a new threat: the return of a monster they thought long dead, who has taken on a terrifying new form. Jack, June, Quint, and Dirk will be lucky to make it far enough to find the answers they seek. But when the future of the world depends on it, these heroes don’t pump the brakes–they go full throttle.The Last Kids on Earth series:The Last Kids on EarthThe Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie ParadeThe Last Kids on Earth and the Nightmare KingThe Last Kids on Earth and the Cosmic BeyondThe Last Kids on Earth and the Midnight BladeThe Last Kids on Earth and the Skeleton Road

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NO ONE WANTED TO END UP AT MORGATE HOUSE. BUT THE GIRLS HAD NOWHERE ELSE TO GO . . . ''The thrilling, heartbreaking, and shocking story of dark secrets, twisted lives, lies, and manipulation. The twist! OMG!'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ -----1985. Separated from her little sister at the children''s home where they are taken as orphans, Holly Moore is a troubled teenager in need of love. When she meets a man who promises to take care of her, she hopes her luck has finally changed.2015. The clock is ticking for Superintendent Jo Hamilton when the discovery of a young woman''s remains takes her back to an unsolved case from the past. As a constable, Jo was often called out to deal with runaways from Morgate House, but when Holly Moore disappeared - after another female resident fell from the cliffs - Jo was convinced the home was hiding something. Now, with only days before her forced retirement, Jo decides to track down Holly''s sister and re-open the case. But will the trail lead her disturbingly close to home?A sister disappeared, a terrible wrong, and powerful people with something to hide . . . Discover the brand new emotional and thrilling novel from the bestselling author of The Girl in the Letter.''A compelling but heartbreaking tale of cruelty, loss and betrayal'' Woman''s Weekly-------------READERS ARE OBSESSED WITH THE GIRLS LEFT BEHIND:''A cracking tale'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Kept me gripped till the very end, good job I had tissues to hand'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''I stopped everything to finish this book'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Brilliant narrative, great characters . . . read it, you will love it!'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Emily is the daughter of Penny Vincenzi whose books I adored so it''s no surprise that such talent has been passed on'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐YOUR FAVOURITE AUTHORS LOVE EMILY GUNNIS:''Compelling, twisty, heart-wrenching... A novel that stays with you'' Sophie Kinsella''Utterly gripping, taut and powerful. An emotionally charged, compulsive novel Adele Parks''Fast paced and brilliantly plotted - all hallmarks of a bestseller'' Lesley Pearse

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**Alex Hay''s page-turning new historical mystery, The Queen of Fives, is available to pre-order now**''Delightfully mischievous'' THE TIMES ''A rip-roaring tale of revenge'' DAILY MAIL''Flawless, lawless fun'' KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE---------- UPSTAIRS, MADAM IS PLANNING THE PARTY OF THE SEASON. All eyes are on the grandest house in Mayfair as the countdown to their lavish summer ball begins. Everything must be perfect. But with the chandeliers gleaming and the cellars stocked, loyal housekeeper Mrs King is suddenly dismissed. DOWNSTAIRS, THE SERVANTS ARE PLOTTING THE HEIST OF THE CENTURY. As the clock strikes twelve on the night of the ball, Mrs King will return to strip the house of its riches - right under the nose of her former employer. And she knows just who to recruit to pull off the impossible: a bold alliance of women with nothing left to lose and every reason for revenge.***READER REVIEWS***''Trust me, this one''s a must-have for your summer holiday''''This WILL be in my top reads this year. I loved every page ''''Reading should be like this, pure pleasure''''Clever, smart, fast-paced with a dash of wry humour'' ----------PRAISE FOR THE HOUSEKEEPERS ''Imagine Ocean''s 8 had an illegitimate baby with Fingersmith - a big fat diamond of a book'' Erin Kelly''A glamorous historical heist'' Prima ''Kept me hooked ''til the last page'' Jennifer Saint ''''Hay''s ambitious debut combines a memorable ensemble cast with a panoramic portrait of Victorian London'' Mail on Sunday ''Meet the most likeable group of criminals since Robin Hood''s merry men'' Nina de Gramont''A page-turning delight'' Red ''Hell hath no fury like a housekeeper scorned . . . this novel is unputdownable'' House Beautiful

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''Denise Mina is a one-of-a-kind storyteller'' James Patterson"This is Marlowe.""Mr. Philip Marlowe?" She asked.I glanced at the clock. It was exactly eleven am, as if she had been waiting by thephone for an appointed hour, following someone else''s orders to the letter."What, d''you think we''re a troupe of brothers? There is only me."It''s mid-September, a heatwave has descended on the parched hills of LA and Private Detective Philip Marlowe is called to the Montgomery estate, an almost mythic place sitting high on top of Beverly Hills. Wealthy twenty-two-year-old Chrissie Montgomery, set to inherit an enormous fortune, is missing. She''s a walking target, ripe for someone to get their claws into. Her dying father, along with his sultry bottle blonde girlfriend, wants her found before that happens. They''ve hired Anna Riorden, Marlowe''s nemesis, too. The search takes them to the roughest neighbourhoods of LA through dive bars and Skid Row. And that''s before he finds the body at The Brody Hotel. Who will get to her first, Marlowe, Anne, or the men chasing her fortune? And does she want to be found?Discover the rest of the inimitable Philip Marlowe series - nine classic Chandler adventures, from The Big Sleep to The Long Goodbye, available now in paperback and eBook from Penguin Books.______________________________Readers love The Second Murderer: ''I must congratulate Denise Mina for bravely stepping into the shoes of Raymond Chandler and continuing the tales of the much loved Philip Marlowe... I think the author has done a great job capturing the essence of Marlowe such as his duelling dialogue with other characters or his descriptions of the heat soaked LA landscape in midsummer. The Chandler sarcastic humour is also present....one line I cant seem to find but from memory was something like..." this place was so sleazy even the rats had to wipe their feet on the way out". Brilliant! I encourage all fans of the genre to read this book. It is very well written and much like Chandlers books, the descriptions are so vivid you feel you are in each scene.'' Michael N., 5 stars

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Emma Makepeace is back in the third gripping instalment of the Alias Emma series.''The new queen of spy fiction'' Guardian''Emma Makepeace is a worthy heir to the James Bond mantle.'' James Patterson''A can’t-put-down thriller - you''re in for a treat.'' Cosmopolitan''A slick and fun whirlwind that grips until the end'' Crime Monthly__________How far would you go to catch a killer?This is the question UK agent Emma Makepeace must ask herself when she is sent to Edinburgh for the upcoming global G7 Summit.The Russians are in town and Emma and her team know a high-profile assassination is being planned.But who is their target?There is only one way to find out. Emma must set a trap using herself as bait.As the most powerful leaders in the world arrive and the city becomes gridlocked, Emma knows the clock is ticking.__________''Glass expertly handles the various challenges of the mission — from flirtation and role play to detective work and combat.’ The Times''A fast-paced and propulsive read'' Perspective Magazine - Thriller of the Month''A Criminally Good Read'' Crime Scene Magazine''If you’re looking for a new thriller to get your teeth to get stuck into, this is definitely for you.'' Pick Me Up - Book of the Week''Ava Glass weaves a razor-sharp tale of espionage'' Woman''s Own''Fans of Ava Glass’s hell-for-leather spy thrillers will love this fast and furious ride'' Peterborough Telegraph__________Readers can''t get enough of The Trap . . .***** ''This is a terrific thriller fuelled by pure adrenaline, but I wouldn’t expect anything less from author Ava Glass. This is a brilliant series that delivers on every level.''***** ''Good luck trying to stop somewhere in the middle of this lightening fast read!''***** ''A hugely entertaining read and the best in the series so far.''***** ''If you like spy thrillers and you haven’t read the series then you are missing a treat.''***** ''Once you start this book, there’s absolutely no stopping.''Bookseller bestseller, September 2023

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''Highly original'' Simon Heffer, Telegraph''Masterful... A gripping tale'' Giles MiltonThey certainly were not soldiers, yet they suddenly found themselves in uniform, in a foreign land. But, as locomotive drivers, track-workers, conductors, porters, signalmen and engine cleaners, they knew how to run trains. And their job was to bring them back to life.The Liberation Line tells the thrilling story of the British and American railway engineers who, in the months after D-Day, worked around the clock and in great danger to rebuild the ravaged railways of Europe and keep the Allied forces fuelled as they pushed on into Germany. As territory was taken, these soldier-railroaders were close behind, rebuilding the lines, putting up telegraph wires, replacing bridges and laying track, all the while dodging bullets, shells and booby traps.Tales of extraordinary feats and heroism abound, including how 10,000 men rebuilt a 135-mile-long railway in just three days; the reconstruction of the bridge over the Seine in two weeks while under bombardment; and the use of cigarette lighters as improvised signalling systems. Despite being critical to Allied victory, the role of the railwaymen has been largely forgotten or ignored. In a vivid and gripping narrative, Christian Wolmar brings to life this colourful cast of generals and engineers, without whose extraordinary bravery the liberation of France and invasion of Germany might well have foundered - and the course of history changed.

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Bring the excitement of an escape room into your own home, with this ingenious hardback puzzle book! You''re the lucky winner of a private tour of the Museum of Lost Treasures. However, as you arrive, you find that things have taken an unexpected turn. Your tour guide is missing, a thief is on the loose, and an ancient curse has been released. As the exhibits come to life, disaster hides behind every corner. Can you keep one step ahead? Find the clues and solve the mysteries of the legendary lost land of Ancient Lemuria to save the day!• This book''s branching narrative puts YOU in the driving seat. Once you have found the solution to a puzzle, turn to the next entry as clearly indicated in the text.• Use your observation, lateral thinking, and logic skills to uncover clues and solve mysteries. The beautifully detailed illustrations are packed with information, so keep your eyes peeled!• Are you a novice adventurer, a seasoned explorer, or a true master of mystery? Choose your difficulty level, then race against the clock to solve the mystery! Inspired by the popular escape room trend, this delightfully illustrated, full-colour interactive book is great fun for children aged 8+.ABOUT THE SERIES: The vibrantly illustrated Escape Room Adventures series puts young puzzlers in control of their very own adventure. In these narrative puzzle stories, readers must correctly solve the riddles and conundrums to proceed to the next ''room'' in a thrilling race against time!

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The best-selling LNAT preparation guide is back for the 2023 admissions cycle, including:Over 400 practice questions for the LNAT15 full essays, annotated in detail by LNAT examinersA full walk-through of the techniques and tips needed for success in both sections.If you''re applying for Law, you already know that the top universities expect an exceptional LNAT score. The Law National Aptitude Test (LNAT) is a notoriously difficult test, testing your comprehension and critical thinking, as well as your ability to write a sophisticated essay that guides its reader to a logical and reasoned conclusion - all within a tight time limit. Your score in the LNAT can make or break your application, as it tests all the skills that admissions departments look for in a top Law student and future lawyer. Therefore, it''s essential to score as highly as possible on this crucial exam.Written by LNAT specialists and top Law tutors, and full of insider knowledge and tips, The Ultimate LNAT Guide is designed to help you make the most of your preparation, approach the test with confidence, and get those top scores.Published by the leading Oxbridge and Law Admissions Company, the most fully comprehensive guide to the LNAT exam, and fully updated for the 2023 admissions cycle. The guide includes:400 practice questions, written by experts exactly in the style of the real exam, to allow you to practice and revise successfully.Fully worked solutions, including 15 annotated sample essays to give you clear and thorough guidance to help you understand where the gaps in your knowledge are and to learn from your mistakes.Containing score-boosting tips, tricks, techniques, and advice all written by Law experts, and LNAT tutors.Time-saving strategies to help you beat the clock and answer efficiently.Advice to cover both sections extensively: Multiple Choice Questions (Section A) and Essay (Section B).Hungry for more? Visit the Uni Admissions website for even more admissions test tips, personal statement resources, and application support, and see our range of other LNAT preparation materials on Amazon.

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2 bombs. 43 dead. Dozens injured. The trial of the decade has begun…"A pacy, page-turning legal thriller. . . I’m very much looking forward to meeting Eve again in future cases."—Harriet Tyce, author of Blood OrangeNew to the job and with everything to prove, Crown Prosecution Service lawyer Eve Wren is working on the biggest UK trial in decades.Notorious cult leader Patrick Nye and his followers, known as The Seven, are pleading not guilty to detonating a bomb in a London theatre. Patrick might be charming on the stand, but Eve knows that the evidence never lies.The trial has already started when Eve discovers a piece of evidence that calls the whole case into question.With the world watching, every second counts as the clock ticks down on the jury’s verdict. And Eve’s hunt for the truth pulls her into the sinister criminal underbelly and straight into the line of fire…The first book in the thrilling Eve Wren series, perfect for fans of Steve Cavanagh and Jane Casey.

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A reality TV star becomes a suspect in an Essex murder case in the sharp, funny and moving new thriller from M.K. HillThree years ago, Danny ''Abs'' Cruikshank, star of reality show Laid in Essex!, was living the dream. But on the night of the party, everything changed.It was supposed to be an intimate weekend gathering, just a few close friends in a remote cottage in Wales. But after a night of heavy drinking in the village pub, a local girl was reported missing – and never seen again. Abs and his friends had been the last to see her alive.No-one was ever charged, but the controversy destroyed Abs''s career. And now one of his mates has been murdered...DI Sasha Dawson and her team must race against the clock to find the killer before they strike again – but first she must discover what happened to Rhiannon Jenkins on the night she vanished. Will the truth set Abs free? Or bury him?Don''t miss ZERO KILL, the latest edge-of-your-seat thriller from author MK Hill. Bursting with tension, twists and humour, it is perfect for fans of Killing Eve, Lee Child and people who loved watching Nobody and Hunted. Available to order now. Praise for M.K. Hill:''Devilishly clever and twisty, The Woman in the Wood is a gripping thriller with a brilliantly compelling protagonist'' Tom Wood''Everything a police procedural should be: sharp, funny, moving and tremendously exciting'' The Times Crime Book of the Month''Dark, gripping and fast paced, The Bad Place grabs a hold and won''t let you go... Addictive summer reading'' Katerina Diamond''Superb, smart, seat-edge stuff. DI Sasha Dawson is a brilliant creation'' William Shaw''Absorbing and twisty'' Mark Edwards''Utterly compelling and brilliantly realistic, The Bad Place is Mark''s best book yet. One that will appeal to crime fans everywhere'' Lisa Hall

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''Highly original'' Simon Heffer, Telegraph''Masterful... A gripping tale'' Giles MiltonThey certainly were not soldiers, yet they suddenly found themselves in uniform, in a foreign land. But, as locomotive drivers, track-workers, conductors, porters, signalmen and engine cleaners, they knew how to run trains. And their job was to bring them back to life.The Liberation Line tells the thrilling story of the British and American railway engineers who, in the months after D-Day, worked around the clock and in great danger to rebuild the ravaged railways of Europe and keep the Allied forces fuelled as they pushed on into Germany. As territory was taken, these soldier-railroaders were close behind, rebuilding the lines, putting up telegraph wires, replacing bridges and laying track, all the while dodging bullets, shells and booby traps.Tales of extraordinary feats and heroism abound, including how 10,000 men rebuilt a 135-mile-long railway in just three days; the reconstruction of the bridge over the Seine in two weeks while under bombardment; and the use of cigarette lighters as improvised signalling systems. Despite being critical to Allied victory, the role of the railwaymen has been largely forgotten or ignored. In a vivid and gripping narrative, Christian Wolmar brings to life this colourful cast of generals and engineers, without whose extraordinary bravery the liberation of France and invasion of Germany might well have foundered - and the course of history changed.

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The penultimate book in the bestselling bookwandering series for readers aged eight to twelve. As Tilly and Milo hurtle towards their final showdown with the Alchemist, the stakes are higher than ever – though there is always time for hot chocolate!Milo Bolt is ready to be the hero of his own story. With Uncle Horatio trapped in an enchanted sleep by the power-hungry Alchemist, he sets off with his new friend Alessia to find a cure and save them all.Their journey leads them to the magical treehouse – home of the Botanist, the Alchemist’s sworn enemy. Against the clock, they hunt for the cure: foraging in the Secret Garden, challenging Robin Hood and confronting the mighty Jabberwock.But the Alchemist will stop at nothing to unlock the powerful secrets of The Book of Books, and Tilly, Pages & Co. and the whole world of imagination are under threat as a battle for the fate of bookwandering is set in motion . . .

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Big Cat Read On supports fluent readers to improve their reading skills and nurture a love of reading. Consisting of a wide range of engaging chapter books, the Big Cat Read On series improves reading stamina and comprehension, develops vocabulary, and introduces children to more sophisticated narrative structures and themes.Lola Avery is spending the summer with her gran at Alcott Hall. The house has been deserted for years and Lola soon discovers there are mysteries to be solved: why does the clock strike thirteen every night, who are the ghostly figures that haunt the corridors and what really happened to the Alcott family, who disappeared over 100 years before?Ask the author and Book talk questions invite the reader to think more deeply about the themes in the book and reflect on their reading experience. Online lesson plans provide guidance in using this book in a range of settings, including independent, social and whole-class reading – all designed to support the reader to connect with the book and encourage a positive attitude to reading.

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''Did I read this in a day? Yes, yes I did!... It was fantastic. Literally could not put it down... Fast-paced, brilliant characters... Completely loved it... M.J. Arlidge is a genius.'' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Nowhere to hide. No one to turn to. Nothing to lose.Helen Grace is sure she made the right decision quitting her job as a detective. Until the day she looks out of her window to see a desperate young woman being pursued by two vicious thugs.Still a force to be reckoned with, Helen races into the night, swiftly downing the young woman''s attackers. For a moment, it feels like Helen doesn''t need her badge to do good, but as she leads her charge to safety, she''s struck from behind, regaining consciousness just in time to see the terrified woman being driven off in a white van. Helen''s determined to find the woman and save her, but begging her former colleagues for help gets her nowhere. It''s clear that this time Helen is on her own.Racing against the clock, Helen soon discovers a whole group of vulnerable women who desperately need her help. But fighting crime as a maverick is a dangerous game. One that could cost Helen her life, and the life of those she holds most dear...Read what everyone is saying about Into the Fire:''Tense, twisty, and gripping: M J Aldrige delivers another winner that moved me, kept hooked and hoping for the best. Well done'' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Wow... Amazed how the author keeps every story fresh and original... A non-stop action-filled thriller that will keep you entertained throughout.'' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''I''d give this brilliant thriller more than five stars if I could.'' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''A story of three strong women all fighting their own battles and what happens when everything collides... Can be read as a standalone. Just be ready to binge the rest.'' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''What a brilliant read in the Helen Grace series, perhaps the best yet... Has everything the reader could want from a crime thriller and an author at the top of his game.'' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''The plot is gritty, the writing on point and the pace rapid... Worlds collide in a breathtaking climax that has you on the edge of your seat... All the stars for this one'' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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PREPARE FOR PUZZLES, PERIL, AND PLENTY OF CAKE IN THE SECOND THRILLING ADVENTURE FOR ALEJA AND THE CREW OF THE LEGENDARY SHIP OF SHADOWSAleja and her fellow pirates are eager to embark on a new adventure to find the second piece of the missing magical map. But they soon find themselves panicking, bewildered by a series of confusing clues. And time is running out - fast.When she starts experiencing strange visions, Aleja realizes that someone is trying to tell her something. But can this new knowledge be trusted? And what will it cost her to find out? With the crew''s loyalties tested and more secrets to unlock than ever, Aleja must find a way to beat the clock and prove herself truly worthy of her place on the ship''s crew . . .Praise for The Ship of Shadows:"A sumptuous delight of a book" - Sophie Kirtley, author of The Wild Way Home"A feast for the imagination . . . an enthralling adventure." - Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky Song"This swashbuckling tale has it all . . . I loved it." - Alex Bell, author of The Polar Bear Explorers'' Club READERS CAN''T WAIT FOR SECRETS OF THE STARS:"With a strong protagonist and a likeable crew of characters, I couldn''t stay away from the story for long, and now I CRAVE a follow-up." Gavin Hetherington, waterstones.com"Thrilling, exciting and intriguing and I can''t wait for the next instalment!" Rhiannon, waterstones.com"What a fantastic spellbinding book . . . A truly fascinating tale and we cannot wait for the second book to be released!" Eva Sneep, amazon.co.uk"Ship of Shadows was a fantastic book . . . I just loved everything that happened and it ended in such a way where you need the sequel asap." Emma Thompson, waterstones.com"The real treasure in this gem of a book lies in the crew . . . I can''t wait to join the crew again for the next instalment of this thrilling tale." Stephanie, amazon.co.uk"I highly recommend diving into this novel. It''s highly likely that you won''t be able to wait for the next instalment." Tracy Curran, waterstones.com

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‘The Silk Code had me absolutely hooked… A great storyline full of bravery, trust, love, survival, betrayal and determination.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Based on the true story of ‘Englandspiel’, one woman must race against the clock to uncover a traitor, even if it means losing the man she loves.England, 1943:Deciding to throw herself into war work, Nancy Callaghan joins the Special Operations Executive in Baker Street. There, she begins solving ‘indecipherables’ – scrambled messages from agents in the field.Then Nancy meets Tom Lockwood, a quiet genius when it comes to coding. Together they come up with the idea of printing codes on silk, so agents can hide them in their clothing to avoid detection by the enemy. Nancy and Tom grow close, and soon she is hopelessly in love.But there is a traitor in Baker Street, and suspicions turn towards Tom. When Nancy is asked to spy on Tom, she must make the ultimate sacrifice and complete a near-impossible mission. Could the man she loves be the enemy?An utterly gripping and unputdownable WW2 historical fiction novel, perfect for fans of Ella Carey and Ellie Midwood!Readers LOVE The Silk Code!‘Characters that you could get into and a storyline that kept you hooked wanting to read on to find out what happened next – my sign of a good book!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A brilliant book, one of Swift’s best. I can’t wait for the next one.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I loved the characters that Deborah Swift crafted… well written and a good mix of historical fiction and mystery.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Really enjoyed this book… [a] fantastic read.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘The depth of research this author does is obvious but she makes it so easily absorbable with characters you either hate or love and a plot that just keeps the pages turning.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘An excellent book on World War 2 history.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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''Did I read this in a day? Yes, yes I did!... It was fantastic. Literally could not put it down... Fast-paced, brilliant characters... Completely loved it... M.J. Arlidge is a genius.'' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Nowhere to hide. No one to turn to. Nothing to lose.Helen Grace is sure she made the right decision quitting her job as a detective. Until the day she looks out of her window to see a desperate young woman being pursued by two vicious thugs.Still a force to be reckoned with, Helen races into the night, swiftly downing the young woman''s attackers. For a moment, it feels like Helen doesn''t need her badge to do good, but as she leads her charge to safety, she''s struck from behind, regaining consciousness just in time to see the terrified woman being driven off in a white van. Helen''s determined to find the woman and save her, but begging her former colleagues for help gets her nowhere. It''s clear that this time Helen is on her own.Racing against the clock, Helen soon discovers a whole group of vulnerable women who desperately need her help. But fighting crime as a maverick is a dangerous game. One that could cost Helen her life, and the life of those she holds most dear...Read what everyone is saying about Into the Fire:''Tense, twisty, and gripping: M J Aldrige delivers another winner that moved me, kept hooked and hoping for the best. Well done'' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Wow... Amazed how the author keeps every story fresh and original... A non-stop action-filled thriller that will keep you entertained throughout.'' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''I''d give this brilliant thriller more than five stars if I could.'' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''A story of three strong women all fighting their own battles and what happens when everything collides... Can be read as a standalone. Just be ready to binge the rest.'' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''What a brilliant read in the Helen Grace series, perhaps the best yet... Has everything the reader could want from a crime thriller and an author at the top of his game.'' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''The plot is gritty, the writing on point and the pace rapid... Worlds collide in a breathtaking climax that has you on the edge of your seat... All the stars for this one'' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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