timeriders book 1 alex scarrow

This is book one in Alex Scarrow s exciting science fiction TimeRiders series.Liam O Connor should have died at sea in 1912.Maddy Carter should have died on a plane in 2010.Sal Vikram should have died in a fire in 2029.Yet moments before death, someone mysteriously appeared and said, Take my hand . . . But Liam, Maddy and Sal aren t rescued. They are recruited by an agency that no one knows exists, with only one purpose - to fix broken history. Because time travel is here, and there are those who would go back in time and change the past. That s why the TimeRiders exist: to protect us. To stop time travel from destroying the world . . .The TimeRiders series:TimeRiders; Day of the Predator; The Doomsday Code; The Eternal War; Gates of Rome; City of Shadows; The Pirate KingsAlex s thrillers for adults:A Thousand Suns; Last Light; October Skies; Afterlight; The Candle Man

Objev podobné jako TimeRiders (Book 1) - Alex Scarrow

Get ready for the incredible 9th book in Alex Scarrow s #1 bestselling time-travel adventure series.Liam O Connor should have died at sea in 1912.Maddy Carter should have died on a plane in 2010.Sal Vikram should have died in a fire in 2026.But all three have been given a second chance - to work for an agency that no one knows exists. Its purpose: to prevent time travel destroying history . . .The end is approaching for the TimeRiders. In a final effort to prevent time travel destroying history, Liam and Maddy jump forward to 2070 to confront the enigmatic Waldstein and prove once and for all if he is friend or foe. What they discover is more shocking than anyone could have imagined and soon the TimeRiders are on one final mission - back to Biblical times to save the whole of humanity...** Book nine in the bestselling TimeRiders series by Alex Scarrow.** Perfect for fans of Doctor Who and Indiana Jones** TimeRiders (Book 1) won the Red House Book Award older readers category, and was Penguin UK s first ever number one on the iBookstore. ** www.time-riders.co.uk** Alex Scarrow is a World Book Day 2013 author with TimeRiders: The Nearly Girl on the WBD Movellas app.

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Liam O Connor should have died at sea in 1912.Maddy Carter should have died on a plane in 2010.Sal Vikram should have died in a fire in 2026.But all three have been given a second chance - to work for an agency that no one knows exists.Its purpose: to prevent time travel destroying history . . .Project Exodus - a mission to transport 300 Americans from 2070 to 54AD to overthrow the Roman Empire - has gone catastrophically wrong. Half have arrived seventeen years earlier, during the reign of Caligula.Liam goes to investigate, but when Maddy and Sal attempt to flee a kill-squad sent to hunt down their field office, all of the TimeRiders become trapped in the Roman past. Armed with knowledge of the future, Caligula is now more powerful than ever. But with the office unmanned - and under threat - how will the TimeRiders make it back to 2001 and put history right? ** Book five in the bestselling TimeRiders series by Alex Scarrow. ** Ancient Rome gets a time-travel makeover!** TimeRiders (Book 1) won the Red House Book Award older readers category, and was Penguin UK s first ever number one on the iBookstore. ** www.time-riders.co.uk

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The Doomsday Code: the third book in Alex Scarrow s exciting TimeRiders seriesLiam O Connor should have died at sea in 1912.Maddy Carter should have died on a plane in 2010.Sal Vikram should have died in a fire in 2029.Yet moments before death, someone mysteriously appeared and said, Take my hand . . . But all three have been given a second chance - to work for an agency that no one knows exists.Its purpose: to prevent time travel destroying history . . . In 1993 British computer hacker Adam Lewis finds his name in a coded manuscript that is almost one thousand years old. How did Adam s name get in there . . . and why? Confronted by Adam in 2001, the TimeRiders travel back to Sherwood Forest in 1193 to discover the origins of the ancient message. But when a strange hooded man appears interested in the same thing, they begin to wonder what terrible threat this cryptic link from the past holds for the future . . .The TimeRiders series:TimeRiders; Day of the Predator; The Doomsday Code; The Eternal War; Gates of Rome; City of Shadows; The Pirate KingsAlex s thrillers for adults:A Thousand Suns; Last Light; october Skies; Afterlight; The Candle Man

Objev podobné jako TimeRiders: The Doomsday Code (Book 3) - Alex Scarrow

Liam O Connor should have died at sea in 1912.Maddy Carter should have died on a plane in 2010.Sal Vikram should have died in a fire in 2026.But all three have been given a second chance - to work for an agency that no one knows exists. Its purpose: to prevent time travel destroying history . . . Hunted by cyborg assassins from the future, the TimeRiders must abandon New York and go on the run. They escape to Victorian London and the streets where Jack the Ripper roams. But, before they can establish their new base, they make their most shattering discovery yet - and it will change everything . . .** Book six in the bestselling TimeRiders series by Alex Scarrow. ** Victorian London s Jack the Ripper get a time-travel makeover!** Perfect for fans of Doctor Who and Sherlock Holmes. ** TimeRiders (Book 1) won the Red House Book Award older readers category, and was Penguin UK s first ever number one on the iBookstore.

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Liam O Connor should have died at sea in 1912.Maddy Carter should have died on a plane in 2010.Sal Vikram should have died in a fire in 2026.But all three have been given a second chance - to work for an agency that no one knows exists. Its purpose: to prevent time travel destroying history . . . Relocated to Victorian London, the TimeRiders joy-ride back to 1666 to witness the Great Fire of London. In the ensuing chaos, Liam and their newest recruit, Rashim, find themselves trapped between the fire and the Thames. They escape onboard a river boat, only to be confronted by an unscrupulous captain with his heart set on treasures of the high seas . . . Back in 1888, Maddy and the rest of the team are frantically trying to track them down. But with limited resources at their new base, can Liam and Rashim survive the bloodthirsty and barbaric age of piracy long enough to be rescued?** Book seven in the bestselling TimeRiders series by Alex Scarrow. ** The Golden Age of Piracy get a time-travel makeover!** Perfect for fans of Doctor Who and Pirates of the Caribbean. ** TimeRiders (Book 1) won the Red House Book Award older readers category, and was Penguin UK s first ever number one on the iBookstore. ** www.time-riders.co.uk

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The Eternal War: the fourth book in Alex Scarrow s exciting TimeRiders seriesLiam O Connor should have died at sea in 1912.Maddy Carter should have died on a plane in 2010.Sal Vikram should have died in a fire in 2029.Yet moments before death, someone mysteriously appeared and said, Take my hand . . . A time wave has struck that alters the entire history of the American Civil War. Abraham Lincoln has followed Liam into the present from 1831 - and now the world is in a dangerous state of limbo . . .If the TimeRiders can t return Lincoln to the past, the Civil War will never end. Can Maddy persuade two colonels on either side of no man s land to cease fire long enough to save the future?The TimeRiders series:TimeRiders; Day of the Predator; The Doomsday Code; The Eternal War; Gates of Rome; City of Shadows; The Pirate KingsAlex s thrillers for adults:A Thousand Suns; Last Light; october Skies; Afterlight; The Candle Man

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Day of the Predator: the second book in Alex Scarrow s exciting TimeRiders seriesLiam O Connor should have died at sea in 1912.Maddy Carter should have died on a plane in 2010.Sal Vikram should have died in a fire in 2029.Yet moments before death, someone mysteriously appeared and said, Take my hand . . . But all three have been given a second chance - to work for an agency that no-one knows exists. Its purpose - to prevent time travel destroying history . . .When Maddy mistakenly opens a time window where and when she shouldn t have, Liam is marooned sixty-five million years ago in the hunting ground of a deadly - and until now - undiscovered species of predator.Can Liam make contact with Maddy and Sal before he s torn to pieces by dinosaurs - and without endangering history so much that the world is overtaken by a terrifying new reality?The TimeRiders series:TimeRiders; Day of the Predator; The Doomsday Code; The Eternal War; Gates of Rome; City of Shadows; The Pirate KingsAlex s thrillers for adults:A Thousand Suns; Last Light; october Skies; Afterlight; The Candle Man

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IF YOU DON T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON T KNOW ROME!PRAETORIAN is the gripping eleventh novel in Simon Scarrow s bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. Essential reading for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden. A new book in Simon Scarrow s series about the Roman army is always a joy The TimesAD 51. Legionaries Cato and Macro have forged a bond that has survived war, rebellion and torture. Yet nothing has prepared them for a daunting mission on the deadliest battlefield of all: the bloody streets of Rome.Traitors are threatening to plunge the Empire into bloody chaos and no one can be trusted. The Emperor has ordered Cato and Macro to go on a deadly mission, working undercover to root out the traitors before Rome tears itself apart.As the true scale of the corruption dawns, they realise they are facing terrifying odds. Two men against many, in a desperate race to save not only the Empire, but each other...

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IF YOU DON T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON T KNOW ROME!THE EAGLE AND THE WOLVES is the gripping fourth novel in Simon Scarrow s bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden. A new book in Simon Scarrow s long-running series about the Roman army is always a joy The TimesBritannia, AD 44. Occupation is never easy. The enemy is butchering their supply convoys, their garrison town is starving and the truce with the locals is uneasy at best. Young Cato, newly promoted, and veteran centurion Macro are ordered to train the Wolves and the Boars, two cohorts of barbarian Britons, and introduce them to the brutal drills of the Roman Imperial Army. Macro is confident they ll win the natives over, but Cato worries about putting weapons into the hands of potential rebels.Ultimately, only one thing matters: is there a difference between the enemy at their gates, and the allies in their own camp?

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The Sunday Times bestsellerAD 54. Claudius is dead. Rome is in turmoil. And two brave heroes of the Roman army face the challenge of their lives. Simon Scarrow s DAY OF THE CAESARS is not to be missed by readers of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell. A new book in Simon Scarrow s series about the Roman army is always a joy The TimesThe Emperor Claudius is dead. Nero rules. His half-brother Britannicus has also laid claim to the throne. A bloody power struggle is underway. All Prefect Cato and Centurion Macro want is a simple army life, fighting with their brave and loyal men. But Cato has caught the eye of rival factions determined to get him on their side. To survive, Cato must play a cunning game, and enlist the help of the one man in the Empire he can trust: Macro.As the rebel force grows, legionaries and Praetorian Guards are moved like chess pieces by powerful and shadowy figures. A political game has created the ultimate military challenge. Can civil war be averted? The future of the Empire is in Cato s hands...IF YOU DON T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON T KNOW ROME!

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IF YOU DON T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON T KNOW ROME! CENTURION, a no. 1 bestseller, is the unputdownable eighth novel in Simon Scarrow s Eagles of the Empire series. Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden. A new book in Simon Scarrow s series about the Roman army is always a joy The Times AD 46. Roman army officers Cato and Macro have survived many dangerous missions together. They look out for one another. They re faithful to their Emperor. And from their men they demand bravery and ruthless efficiency. With the news that Rome s old enemy, Parthia, is poised to unleash its might against the border kingdom of Palmyra, Cato and Macro must embark on a desperate quest to protect the Empire. Outnumbered and deep in treacherous territory, they will have to endure a pitched battle that will test their courage and loyalty as never before...

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The seductive and action-packed follow-up to Alex Aster’s instant #1 New York Times, #1 Wall Street Journal, and internationally bestselling novel, Lightlark—now in paperback! Isla Crown has secured the love of two powerful rulers and broken the curses that plagued the six realms for centuries, but few know the true origins of her powers. Now, in the wake of a crushing betrayal, Isla finds herself struggling to win respect as the newly crowned leader of two separate realms. Worse, her fellow rulers haven’t ceded victory quietly, and there are others in Isla’s midst who don’t believe her ascent to power was earned.As certain death races toward Lightlark and secrets from the past begin to unravel, Isla must weigh her responsibility to her people against the whims of the most dangerous traitor of all: her heart. Alex Aster’s intricate world expands after the riveting culmination of the Centennial games, delving more deeply into Isla’s memories of her past, as her future hurtles toward two possible fates.

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NOW THE INSPIRATION FOR THE ORIGINAL SERIES CROSS ON PRIME VIDEOTWO KILLERS. TWO MOTIVES. A DEADLY RACE AGAINST TIME.When an American Airlines plane explodes in the sky, detectives Alex Cross and John Sampson are first on the scene. They don t hear the gunfire. At first.It soon becomes clear that the plane was taken down by a rare, stolen machine gun. The list of people who could operate the weapon is short. And time runs even shorter.But this isn t the only case the pair must solve. They re also tracking a serial killer who s ambushing young men in what the media are calling the Dead Hours murders.With two killers and two different motives, Cross and Sampson are in a deadly race against time . . .The latest thriller in the globally bestselling series has arrived.________________________________Readers are loving Alex Cross Must Die . . .***** The brilliant new action-packed thriller ***** I just cannot get enough of these fast-paced, page-turning crime thrillers ***** This story is full of surprises ***** I LOVE Alex Cross, roll on the next book! ***** The Alex Cross books are amongst the finest detective stories in the world _______________________________PRAISE FOR THE ALEX CROSS SERIES Patterson never, and I mean never, disappoints USA Today Behind all the noise and the numbers, we shouldn t forget that no one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades. The Alex Cross series proves it Lee Child Alex Cross is a legend Harlan Coben Alex Cross ... only gets better and better Lisa Scottoline [Alex Cross] has become one of the greatest fictional detectives of all time, a character for the ages Douglas Preston and Lincoln ChildAlex Cross Must Die was a no.6 Sunday Times bestseller 05/12/2023

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*THE ORIGINAL BESTSELLING BOOK ON LEADERSHIP AND SUCCESS, BY THE GREATEST FOOTBALL MANAGER OF ALL TIME* One of the World s all-time great leaders Harvard Business School The foundation for success Financial Times What readers are saying: Worth reading for anyone who wants to know how to succeed. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You will enjoy the book even if you are not a football lover. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the great leaders of the last century ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A formula for getting the best from people ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐__________What does it take to lead a team to world-class success over a sustained period of time?Sir Alex Ferguson is one of the few leaders who truly knows. In his 38 years in management, Sir Alex won an astonishing 49 trophies and helped grow Manchester United into one of the biggest commercial brands in the world. In this inspirational and straight-talking book, Sir Alex reveals the secrets behind his record-breaking career.Leading is structured around the key skills that Sir Alex values most highly. It includes subjects we immediately associate with his managerial style: Discipline, Control, Teamwork and Motivation. But it also addresses subjects that are less obvious but no less important when seeking success: Delegation, Data Analysis and Dealing with Failure.Written with the investor Sir Michael Moritz, a longstanding friend of Sir Alex, Leading is packed with insight, wisdom, humour and honesty. The individual stories inevitably concern themselves with football, and the phenomenal success that came along the way, but the lessons can be applied by anyone. Whether you run a business, teach in a classroom, or work in a small team, Leading will help you become a better leader.__________Perfect for fans of High Performance, Atomic Habits, Surrounded by Idiots and The Diary of a CEO

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Meet Claude, the ordinary dog with an extraordinary life. Now the star of his very own TV show on Disney Junior and ITVBe. Claude and Sir Bobblysock just happen to wander accidentally into the royal palace on a very special day indeed - the Queen s birthday! Unfortunately the royal nanny, Nanny Stern-Bloomers, has had to take herself off for a lie-down and there s no one to make sure the royal children stay neat and tidy for the big party. But . . . Claude and Sir Bobblysock could step in to babysit, couldn t they? After all, princes and princesses are always on their best behaviour . . . The tenth book in this hilarious bestselling series. Perfect for new readers and also great for sharing! Praise for the Claude series: Illustrated with humour and elegance The Times With quirky illustrations and plenty of humour Metro Claude in the City was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children s Book Prize and selected for the Richard and Judy Book Club. Claude Going for Gold won the Sainsbury s Children s Book Award. Alex T. Smith was the official World Book Day illustrator in 2014. Follow Alex at alextsmith.com and on Twitter: @Alex_T_Smith

Objev podobné jako Claude at the Palace - Alex T. Smith

The first fall of snow can be fatal⠦A year has passed since DI James Walker cracked his biggest case yet, and he⠙s hoping for peace and quiet this festive season.But across the fells, a local farmer returns home on Christmas Eve to find footsteps in the fresh snow that lead down to his unused basement ⠓ and no footsteps leading away. Days later, his body is found, alongside those of his wife and daughter.Without a neighbour for miles, there are no witnesses and little evidence. And the crime scene has strange echoes of another terrible murder committed at the farmhouse, twenty years earlier⠦James knows that to catch this killer, he needs to solve a case that has long since gone cold⠦Perfect for fans of smash-hit TV series Whitehouse Farm, Simon McCleave⠙s The Snowdonia Killings and Catherine Cooper⠙s The Chalet. Readers love The Killer in the Snow:⠘I loved this book! It is dark, gritty and thrilling ⠦ It is fast-paced and has you hooked from the first few pages. I devoured this book in two sittings.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘Dang! Now this was one heck of a story! If you want suspense, thrills and chills, then this is your book!⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘A chilling page turner⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘WOW! This book had me hooked from the first page, I didn⠙t want to put it down and this was one of the twistiest and most complicated murder cases I⠙ve ever read about.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘Another fantastic book from Alex Pine!⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘I loved this book and enjoyed every minute of it. There were so many twists, turns and surprises on just about every page.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘DI James Walker is fast becoming a favourite of mine along with Alex Pine being one of my top authors.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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The third book in Alex T. Smith s Astrid and the Space Cadets series â “ highly illustrated in black and white, this laugh-out-loud series is perfect for children who are ready to read by themselves.

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On a broad green leaf sit ten rather gorgeous (though they do say so themselves) caterpillars. And all they can talk about is what beautiful butterflies they are going to be! But not Frank. Frank is a very plain caterpillar, but he s fine with that. There s so much beauty to see all around him, and so many interesting insects to say good morning to. When the butterflies hatch, they are not happy. Not one of them looks quite as fabulous as they thought they would. Except for Frank . . .A funny and inspiring picture book from Alex Latimer, author of the award-winning Godfrey is a Frog, which explores the beauty of being content with what you have.

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A STUNNING SECOND WORLD WAR THRILLER SET IN OCCUPIED GREECE FROM THE AUTHOR OF BLACKOUT AND DEAD OF NIGHTThe fierce courage of the men and women of the Greek Resistance is brought to vivid life in Sunday Times bestseller Simon Scarrow s powerful novel. Gripping... [a] moving narrative of friendships broken by war and betrayal Sunday Times* Compulsively readable . . . A moving tribute to Greek resistance during the Second World War Clare Mulley* So startlingly good, so utterly readable . . . Simon Scarrow has done it again: another barnstorming book Manda Scott1938. A perfect summer on the Greek island of Lefkas for three young people untroubled by the simmering politics of Europe. Peter, visiting from Germany while his father leads an archaeological dig, has become close friends with locals Andreas and Eleni. As the world slides towards conflict and Peter is forced to leave, they swear to meet again.1943. Andreas and Eleni have joined the partisan forces resisting the German invasion. Peter has returned - now a dangerously well-informed enemy intelligence officer. A friendship formed in peace will turn into a desperate battle between enemies sworn to sacrifice everything for the countries that they love . . .What readers are saying about Hearts of Stone: I felt as though I was right there . . . in the fire fights between the andartes and their Italian and German foes Fascinating and very enjoyable . . . Highly recommended I couldn t put this book down The usual blend of gripping plot with historical accuracy . . . another triumph from Scarrow [Simon Scarrow] certainly understands the power of an action-packed narrative Daily MailHAVE YOU READ DEAD OF NIGHT OR BLACKOUT YET? THE FIRST TWO CRIMINAL INSPECTOR SCHENKE THRILLERS, SET IN WORLD WAR II BERLIN. AVAILABLE NOW.

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NOW A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER!THE EPIC NEW EAGLES OF THE EMPIRE NOVEL FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR SIMON SCARROW - THE PERFECT BOOK FOR THE SEASON OF ROME!ROME AND BOUDICA. A DUEL TO THE DEATH.AD 61. Britannia is divided.The rebel horde has been defeated. But the leader, Boudica, and her remaining warriors are still at large. With them is the eagle standard of the Ninth Legion, taken in ambush, flaunted as proof that Rome can yet be beaten. The embers of rebellion are still glowing . . . The toll has been heavy, with countless men lost, and major towns in ruins. The bodies of the dead are strewn across the streets. And for Centurion Macro, there is the scarring knowledge that his mother perished in the attack on Londinium.As Macro s heart burns for revenge, he and his comrade-in-arms Prefect Cato are tasked with hunting down the remnants of the enemy army. There can be no peace until the queen is captured or killed. And Roman honour will only be restored when the eagle standard has been recovered.IF YOU DON T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON T KNOW ROME!Praise for the Eagles of the Empire novels: Scarrow s novels rank with the best INDEPENDENT Always a joy THE TIMES Gripping SUNDAY EXPRESSSunday Times No. 6 hardback bestseller 17.11.24

Objev podobné jako Revenge of Rome (Eagles of the Empire 23) - Simon Scarrow

IF YOU DON T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON T KNOW ROME!THE BLOOD CROWS is the unputdownable twelfth novel in Simon Scarrow s bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. A must read for fans of Bernard Cornwell. Praise for Simon Scarrow s gripping novels: Ferocious and compelling Daily Express Britannia, AD 51. For nearly a decade, the Roman Empire has fought to assert its hold over Britannia. But relentless opposition from native tribes led by the fanatical King Caratacus threatens to destroy everything.Prefect Cato and Centurion Macro are dispatched from Rome to aid the campaign. Placed in command of an outpost in the remote western mountains, they face a challenge even more deadly than the unremitting attacks of barbarian forces. For they must wrench control of the fort from Centurion Quertus, a man who wages a savage personal war and inspires a loyalty in his men above their bond with Rome. With dangerous enemies on both sides, Cato and Macro face the fight of their lives to bring peace to the most perilous frontier in Europe.

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IF YOU DON T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON T KNOW ROME!UNDER THE EAGLE is the gripping first novel in Simon Scarrow s bestselling EAGLES OF THE EMPIRE series. A must read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden. Praise for Simon Scarrow s compelling novels: Gripping and moving The TimesAD 42, Germany. Tough, brutal and unforgiving. That s how new recruit Cato is finding life in the Roman Second Legion. He may have contacts in high places, but he could really use a friend amongst his fellow soldiers right now.Cato has been promoted above his comrades at the order of the Emperor and is deeply resented by the other men. But he quickly earns the respect of his Centurion, Macro, a battle-hardened veteran as rough and ready as Cato is quick-witted and well-educated. They are poles apart, but soon realise they have a lot to learn from one another.On a campaign to Britannia - a land of utter barbarity - an enduring friendship begins. But as they undertake a special mission to thwart a conspiracy against the Emperor they rapidly find themselves in a desperate fight to survive...

Objev podobné jako Under the Eagle (Eagles of the Empire 1) - Simon Scarrow

IF YOU DON T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON T KNOW ROME!WHEN THE EAGLE HUNTS is the compelling third novel in Simon Scarrow s bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. For fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden. Scarrow s [novels] rank with the best IndependentBritannia, AD 44. Cato, a thoughtful junior officer in the Roman army, and his commanding centurion, Macro, are simply pawns in Rome s lust to conquer Britain. During the freezing winter, the two men and their legion fight the native savages in hand-to-hand battles that haunt Cato for days after.But in a place full of enemies, the most vicious are the Druids of the Dark Moon; brutal, merciless men who have captured the wife and children of General Plautius himself.So Macro and Cato are given a mission: to travel deep into enemy territory and recover the hostages. If they fail, the fate of the Roman army may just hang in the balance...

Objev podobné jako When the Eagle Hunts (Eagles of the Empire 3) - Simon Scarrow

TRAITORS OF ROME: THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERAn enthralling Cato and Macro adventure from bestselling author Simon Scarrow. Not to be missed by readers of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell. AD 56. Battle-hardened veterans of the Roman army Tribune Cato and Centurion Macro are garrisoned at the eastern border, aware that their movements are constantly monitored by spies from dangerous, mysterious Parthia. But the enemy within could be the deadliest threat to the Legion ... and the Empire. There s a traitor in the ranks. Rome shows no mercy to those who betray their comrades, and the Empire. But first the guilty man must be discovered. Cato and Macro are in a race against time to expose the truth, while the powerful enemy over the border waits to exploit any weaknesses in the Legion. The traitor must die ... Praise for Simon Scarrow s bestselling novels: Blood, gore, political intrigue...A historical fiction thriller that ll have you reaching for your gladius Daily Sport Gripping... ferocious and compelling Daily Express Brilliantly told adventures ... Roman soldiering at its very best - even by Scarrow s high standards Sunday Sport

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IF YOU DON T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON T KNOW ROME!THE EAGLE IN THE SAND is the action-packed seventh novel in Simon Scarrow s bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. Essential reading for fans of Bernard Cornwell. Scarrow s [novels] rank with the best IndependentJudaea in AD 46. Roman centurions Cato and Macro have been posted to Judaea for a hearts and minds operation. The Empire needs to win over the locals after some of their religious figures have started revolts - and since the Romans crucified the last charismatic Judaean leader, the natives rebellions have become bolder.Not only are these small villages causing trouble, but there are also thousands of Parthians eager to fight Rome. With the threat of suicide attacks and even all-out war, Cato and Macro have their peace-keeping work cut out...

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IF YOU DON T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON T KNOW ROME!THE LEGION is the action-packed tenth novel in Simon Scarrow s bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden. Scarrow s [novels] rank with the best IndependentEgypt, AD 49. Cato, one of the youngest Prefects of the Roman army, and Centurion Macro have a tough posting: to track down and destroy a gang of former gladiators who have turned to piracy. Driven by vengeance, these hardened brutes have been defiling temples, sinking Roman ships, and slaughtering men, women and children.What s worse is that they are doing it all under the name of Macro and Cato, in an attempt to stir up a rebellion against the occupying forces. And it s working. If Macro and Cato don t stop the pirates in time, it could be the beginning of the end for the Roman Empire...

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THE EPIC NEW EAGLES OF THE EMPIRE NOVEL FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR SIMON SCARROWAD 63. Under the reckless and tumultuous leadership of Emperor Nero, Rome is descending into near-anarchy and conspiracy. The brutal execution of 400 slaves has led to rioting and discontent. Only the strongest soldier could maintain control. And so Nero turns to Prefect Cato to help save his reign from collapse.Cato has been lying low after a heroic campaign to quash the Boudica uprising. Now he is called upon to serve again. As the new Prefect of the Urban Cohorts in Rome, Cato needs a loyal and proven officer by his side. Centurion Macro is willing to step up. War and rebellion hold few fears for these seasoned veterans. But the politics and intrigue of Rome make every day as perilous as the battlefield. And the fate of both men, and of the empire, lie in the hands of the most volatile emperor of the age. Death awaits anyone who dares to defy Nero. Cato and Macro will need to call on all their experience, native cunning and bottomless courage to survive in this epic new adventure of Roman military heroism.NO ONE KNOWS ROME BETTER THAN SIMON SCARROW!Praise for the Eagles of the Empire novels: Scarrow s novels rank with the best INDEPENDENT Always a joy THE TIMES Gripping SUNDAY EXPRESSReaders love Simon Scarrow s novels Exciting action scenes . . . a very enjoyable read ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A wonderful read and hard to stop once you start reading ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Everything you d come to expect and much more. Action, drama, comedy and trauma! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Objev podobné jako Tyrant of Rome (Eagles of the Empire 24) - Simon Scarrow

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER THE EPIC NEW EAGLES OF THE EMPIRE NOVEL FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR SIMON SCARROWThe city of Rome. The most dangerous place in the Empire. The fates of military heroes Macro and Cato lie in Emperor Nero s bloody hands . . .AD 62. Under the reckless and tumultuous leadership of Emperor Nero, Rome is descending into near-anarchy and conspiracy. The brutal execution of 400 slaves has led to rioting and discontent. Only the strongest soldier could maintain control. And so Nero turns to Prefect Cato to help save his reign from collapse.Cato has been lying low after a heroic campaign to quash the Boudica uprising. Now he is called upon to serve again. As the new Prefect of the Urban Cohorts in Rome, Cato needs a loyal and proven officer by his side. Centurion Macro is willing to step up. War and rebellion hold few fears for these seasoned veterans. But the politics and intrigue of Rome make every day as perilous as the battlefield. And the fates of both men, and of the empire, lie in the hands of the most volatile emperor of the age. Death awaits anyone who dares to defy Nero. Cato and Macro will need to call on all their experience, native cunning and bottomless courage to survive in this epic new adventure of Roman military heroism.NO ONE KNOWS ROME BETTER THAN SIMON SCARROW!Praise for the Eagles of the Empire novels: Scarrow s novels rank with the best INDEPENDENT Always a joy THE TIMES Gripping SUNDAY EXPRESSReaders love Simon Scarrow s novels Exciting action scenes . . . a very enjoyable read A wonderful read and hard to stop once you start reading Everything you d come to expect and much more. Action, drama, comedy and trauma! NO. 10 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER SUNDAY 16TH NOV 2025

Objev podobné jako Tyrant of Rome (Eagles of the Empire 24) - Simon Scarrow

WHEN THE BOUGH BREAKS is the outstandingly original first novel in Jonathan Kellerman s bestselling Alex Delaware series. An engrossing thriller . . . This knockout of an entertainment is the kind of book which establishes a career in one stroke (Newsday). From the New York Times No. 1 author of KILLER and BREAKDOWN, this gripping thriller is perfect for fans of Patricia Cornwell and Michael Connelly.Seven-year-old Melody Quinn is the only witness of a horrific double murder but she can t or won t talk about what she saw. Child psychologist Alex Delaware is brought in to try and get through to her and to the truth of what happened that night. But it soon becomes clear that Melody isn t just traumatised by the murders. Alex is only too aware that LA is a city which spawns ugliness. But is he prepared for the seemingly bottomless pit of perversion and violence that he s about to uncover?

Objev podobné jako When the Bough Breaks (Alex Delaware series, Book 1) - Jonathan Kellerman

Did you miss him? Admit it, you missed him.The demon that terrorized Gravity Falls is back from the great beyond to finally tell his side of the story in The Book of Bill, written by none other than Bill Cipher himself.Inside, Bill sheds light on his bizarre origins, his sinister effects on human history, the Pines family’s most embarrassing secrets, and the key to overthrowing the world (laid out in a handy step-by-step guide). This chaotic and beautifully illustrated tome contains baffling riddles, uncrackable ciphers, lost Journal 3 pages, ways to cheat death, the meaning of life, and a whole chapter on Silly Straws. But most importantly, The Book of Bill is deeply, deeply cursed.Alex Hirsch, #1 New York Times bestselling author, resuscitates this infamous villain and invites fans to a Bill’s eye view of the Gravity Falls universe. There are many who believe this book is too dangerous for human hands. But if you can’t resist, just know this: Once you make a deal with Bill, it’s not so easily undone . . . Beware: This book travels to dimensions meant for older readers.

Objev podobné jako The Book of Bill - Alex Hirsch

AD 60. Britannia. The Boudica Revolt begins . . .Macro and Cato - heroes of the Roman Empire - face a ruthless enemy set on revenge The Roman Empire s hold on the province of Britannia is fragile. The tribes implacably opposed to Rome have grown cunning in their attacks on the legions. Even amongst those who have sworn loyalty, dissent simmers. In distant Rome, Nero is blind to the danger.As hostilities create mayhem in the west, Governor Gaius Suetonius Paulinus gathers a vast army, with Prefect Cato in command. A hero of countless battles, Cato wants his loyal comrade Centurion Macro by his side. But the Governor leaves Macro behind, in charge of the veteran reserves in Camulodunum. Suetonius dismisses concerns that the poorly fortified colony will be vulnerable to attack when only a skeleton force remains. With the military distracted, slow-burning anger amongst the tribespeople bursts into flames. The king of the Iceni is dead and a proud kingdom is set for plundering and annexation. But the widow is Queen Boudica, a woman with a warrior s heart. If Boudica calls for death to the emperor, a bloodbath will follow.Macro and Cato each face deadly battles against enemies who would rather die than succumb to Roman rule. The future of Britannia hangs in the balance. Scarrow . . . has the gift of combining wide knowledge of the period with a page-turning narrative Sunday TimesSIMON SCARROW: 5 MILLION BOOKS SOLD WORLDWIDE!

Objev podobné jako Death to the Emperor (Eagles of the Empire 21) - Simon Scarrow

A stunning novel of courage, camaraderie and deadly enemies from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Centurion and The Emperor s Exile.AD 58. BRITANNIA. TENSION IS SIMMERING. DANGER LIES ROUND EVERY CORNER FOR ROME S BRAVE SOLDIERS ...Fifteen years after Rome s invasion of Britannia, centurion Marco is back. The island is settled now, bustling with commerce. Macro s goal is to help run his mother s Londinium inn, and exploit his land grant. He s prepared for the dismal weather and the barbaric ways of the people. But far worse dangers threaten all his plans. A gang led by an ex-legionary rules the city, demanding protection money and terrorising those who won t pay up. The Roman official in charge has turned a blind eye. Macro has to act. He needs the back-up of the finest soldier he knows: Prefect Cato. But Cato is in distant Rome. Or is he? As the streets run red with blood, the army s heroes face an enemy as merciless and cunning as any barbarian tribe. The honour of Rome is in their hands ...For readers of Bernard Cornwell, Conn Iggulden and Ben Kane - unputdownable fiction from an author who knows the Roman world like no other. IF YOU DON T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON T KNOW ROMEPraise for the Eagles of the Empire novels: Scarrow s novels rank with the best Independent Blood, gore, political intrigue Daily Sport Always a joy The Times(P) 2021 Headline Publishing Group Limited

Objev podobné jako The Honour of Rome (Eagles of the Empire 20) - Simon Scarrow

IF YOU DON T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON T KNOW ROME!The Sunday Times bestseller. INVICTUS is a gripping, authentic and exciting novel of the Roman army from bestselling author Simon Scarrow. Not to be missed by readers of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell.It is AD 54. The soldiers of the Roman army patrol a growing Empire, from the Mediterranean to the North Sea, from the Atlantic to the banks of the Nile. Rome brutally enforces its rule, and its legions are the most efficient and aggressive fighting force in the world. Two battle-scarred veterans of this army, Prefect Cato and Centurion Macro, have survived years of campaigning in Britannia and have been recalled to Rome. Their time in the teeming, dangerously political city is short, and soon they are travelling with the Praetorian Guard to Spain, a restless colony where simmering tension in the face of Roman rule is aggravated by bitter rivalry amongst the natives. The challenges that face two old friends and their comrades in arms are unlike any they have seen before - in a land that declares itself unconquerable...

Objev podobné jako Invictus (Eagles of the Empire 15) - Simon Scarrow

IF YOU DON T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON T KNOW ROME!A Sunday Times bestseller. Shortlisted for the Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing Prize.Simon Scarrow s veteran Roman soldier heroes face a cunning and relentless enemy in BRITANNIA, the unforgettable fourteenth novel in the bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. Roman Britain, AD 52. The western tribes prepare to make a stand. But can they match the discipline and courage of the legionaries?Wounded Centurion Macro remains behind in charge of the fort as Prefect Cato leads an invasion deep into the hills. Cato s mission: to cement Rome s triumph over the natives by crushing the Druid stronghold. But with winter drawing in, the terrain is barely passable through icy rain and snowstorms.When Macro s patrols report that the natives in the vicinity of the garrison are thinning out, a terrible suspicion takes shape in the battle-scarred soldier s mind. Has the acting Governor, Legate Quintatus, underestimated the enemy? If there is a sophisticated and deadly plan afoot, it s Cato and his men who will pay the price...Includes maps, chart and author Q A.

Objev podobné jako Britannia (Eagles of the Empire 14) - Simon Scarrow

This Christmas, the hunters become the hunted... When four trail hunters go missing in the fells of Cumbria on Christmas Eve, the race is on to find them before nightfall - when the temperature plummets. After hours of searching, the first body is found... Not frozen in the snow, but brutally murdered and bearing a warning:the real hunt has begun. As a snowstorm descends, three lives hang in the balance. But can the killer be caught before the trail goes cold? From the master of Christmas crime comes a thriller that will chill you to the bone this Winter, perfect for fans of James Patterson, Clare Mackintosh and anyone who prefers their mince pies with a side of murder. Readers are gripped by The Night Before Christmas: This is by far the best book I ve read all year. Top marks for storyline, pace and setting. Alex Pine always delivers a cracking Christmas treat. As far as I m concerned the festive season would no longer be the same without a dose of Christmas crime in Cumbria! Reader Review Such a breath of wintery fresh air to the thriller genre. Reader Review This is the kind of book where you say just one more chapter, and before you know it, you have finished it. Reader Review I was desperate to get into this ... I was not one bit disappointed. It was fast paced and exciting. I found it hard to put it down. Reader Review I raced through it this weekend. Such a smart idea: twisty, warped, credible, brilliantly plotted and compelling. Deserves to be such a hit. Reader Review Loved this festive crime thriller. Gorgeous Lake District setting but with a very dark storyline. Excellent characters and fast paced. Reader Review A fast paced storyline with plenty of red herrings to keep you guessing how it will all come together. Reader Review Definitely worth reading on a cold night, maybe as the snow falls outside. Reader Review

Objev podobné jako The Night Before Christmas (DI James Walker series, Book 4) - Pine Alex

Alex Delaware returns in a thrilling new case, featuring one of the most devious murderers ever conceived by New York Times No.1 bestseller Jonathan Kellerman, author of KILLER and BREAKDOWN. This twisting, unforgettable story is ideal for fans of Lee Child and David Baldacci. [ Motive ] will even keep genre veterans guessing. . . . The twists are both shocking and logical, and the byplay between the leads entertaining (Publishers Weekly)Even hundreds of closed cases to his credit can t keep LAPD police lieutenant Milo Sturgis from agonising over the crimes that don t get solved - and the victims who go without justice. Victims like Katherine Hennepin, a young woman strangled and stabbed in her home. A single suspect with a solid alibi leads to a dead end - one even psychologist Alex Delaware s expert insight can t explain. The only thing to do is move on to the next murder case - because there is always a next one.This time the victim is Ursula Corey, a successful, attractive divorcee who s been gunned down - not a robbery but an execution, a crime that smacks of simple, savage revenge. And along with that theoretical motive come two strong contenders for the role of suspect: the dead woman s business partner/ex-husband and her divorce lawyer/secret lover. But just as Alex and Milo think they re zeroing in on the killer, a bizarre new clue stirs up echoes of the unsolved Hennepin murder. And the discovery of yet another crime scene bearing the same taunting signature raises the spectre of a serial killer on a mission, whose twisted method is exceeded only by his manipulative and cunning madness.

Objev podobné jako Motive (Alex Delaware series, Book 30) - Jonathan Kellerman

In MYSTERY, psychologist Alex Delaware becomes personally involved in a dark and mysterious crime. A haunting thriller from New York Times No 1 bestseller Jonathan Kellerman, author of KILLER and BREAKDOWN, which is perfect for fans of Harlan Coben and David Baldacci. Jonathan Kellerman s psychology skills and dark imagination are a potent literary mix (Los Angeles Times).In a glamorous area of Los Angeles, the Beverley Fauborg hotel is about to close for good. Psychologist Alex Delaware and his girlfriend Robin are making a farewell visit to the hotel bar when one patron in particular grabs their attention - a beautiful but aloof young woman dressed all in white.Two days later, Alex is called in on a murder case and is shocked when he recognises the victim as the woman in white. Discovering her true identity is not going to be easy though, and Milo s investigation into the girl nicknamed Mystery leads him to the darkest of secrets in the highest of places.

Objev podobné jako Mystery (Alex Delaware series, Book 26) - Jonathan Kellerman

An epic military adventure novel pits Roman army heroes Macro and Cato against Boudica: the terrifying Queen of the Britons. From bestselling Simon Scarrow, author of Death to the Emperor and The Honour of Rome1st-century Britannia is the setting for an epic and action-packed novel of tribal uprisings, battles to the death and unmatched courage in the Roman army ranks. The 22nd Eagles of the Empire novel.Two heroes of the Roman army - Prefect Cato and Centurion Macro, now battle-scarred veterans, tough and resilient - lead their best men into the midst of an enemy both fearless and resourceful. Far from Rome in cold, rainy, unwelcoming Britannia, the soldiers need all their training to stand strong and undaunted as constant attacks challenge morale. And a leader like no other sends fear through the ranks: Boudica.A stunning and unforgettable story of warfare, courage and sacrifice as brave men face an enemy who will fight to the death to free her people from the rule of the Empire!(P) 2023 Headline Publishing Group Ltd

Objev podobné jako Rebellion (Eagles of the Empire 22) - Simon Scarrow

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER! Scarrow s Berlin is sharply drawn with closely observed detail, a place that reeks of threat and fear - and not just from the Gestapo Financial Times Gripping, with an electric atmosphere and cracking pace SunBerlin. 1940. Hitler s rule casts a menacing shadow over the city. As the distant war moves closer, Criminal Inspector Horst Schenke fights to keep criminals off his patch. But he is walking a tightrope. If his secret relationship with a Jewish woman is exposed, his career will be over. And her fate will be far, far worse.In Hitler s regime, Berlin s gangsters and pimps are more brazen than ever. When innocent victims are caught in the crossfire between warring gangs, Schenke wants the perpetrators punished. But Nazi party members with absolute power will do anything to protect their sleazy friends. They believe no one is incorruptible. All they need is to find out Schenke s secrets . . . Will Schenke s relentless pursuit bring the criminals to justice - or is a deadly net closing around him from which it will be impossible to break free?What readers are saying about A Death in Berlin I loved the intrigue, suspense and mystery An engrossing and tension-filled read! A fast-paced thriller that will have you turning the pages deep into the night! Highly entertaining historical fiction, with sinister characters, seedy gangsters, and glamorous women I love the way that morality is tested through the Nazi regime The climax of the book is worthy of the biggest and best film Hollywood ever produced

Objev podobné jako A Death in Berlin - Simon Scarrow

THE GENERALS is the compelling second novel in Simon Scarrow s bestselling Wellington and Napoleon quartet. A must read for fans of Bernard Cornwell.In the turbulent aftermath of the French Revolution Napoleon Bonaparte stands accused of treachery and corruption. His reputation is saved by his skill in leading his men to victory in Italy and Egypt. But then he must restore order in France and find peace or victory over her enemies: England - and Arthur Wellesley (the future Duke of Wellington).Wellesley is leading a vast army in India, where British interests are under threat. The campaign will result in the creation of the Raj - the jewel in the British Empire s crown. Wellesley returns to England a hardened veteran and more determined than ever to end France s domination of Europe.Both Wellesley and Napoleon intend to win - whatever the cost. Who will ultimately succeed?

Objev podobné jako The Generals (Wellington and Napoleon 2) - Simon Scarrow

YOU CAN PRE-ORDER A DEATH IN BERLIN, THE NEW BERLIN WARTIME THRILLER FROM SIMON SCARROW, NOW - COMING MARCH 2025 A compelling, atmospheric page-turner STEVE CAVANAGH Gripping and compelling . . . balances immersive historical scene-setting with masterful plotting DAN JONES A seriously gripping story - an outsider hero in jeopardy, a world of brooding danger, and an entirely, terrifyingly believable denouement OWEN MATTHEWSBERLIN, JANUARY 1940Germany has conquered Poland. The world is praying for peace. At home, the Nazi Party s hold on power is absolute. One freezing night, an SS doctor and his wife return home from an evening out. By sunrise, the doctor will be lifeless in a pool of blood. There is pressure to record the incident as a suicide, but the first evidence uncovered by Criminal Inspector Horst Schenke points to a chillingly staged murder. The investigation is swiftly blocked by Schenke s superiors, but he can t let it go. When he uncovers links to the mysterious death of a child, a terrifying secret begins to emerge. In times of war, under a ruthless regime, there are places no man should ever enter. And Schenke fears he may not return alive . . . A chilling and accomplished historical thriller VASEEM KHAN An absolute stone-cold page-turner S. G. MacLEAN

Objev podobné jako Dead of Night - Simon Scarrow

YOU CAN PRE-ORDER A DEATH IN BERLIN, THE NEW BERLIN WARTIME THRILLER FROM SIMON SCARROW, NOW - COMING MARCH 2025THE STUNNING SECOND WORLD WAR THRILLER FROM THE CELEBRATED SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR SIMON SCARROWThe Richard and Judy Bookclub PickThe Times Top Ten bestseller A wonderfully compelling thriller, reeking of authenticity, and a terrific depiction of the human world within the chilling world of the Third Reich Peter JamesBerlin, December 1939 As Germany goes to war, the Nazis tighten their terrifying grip. Paranoia in the capital is intensified by a rigidly enforced blackout that plunges the city into oppressive darkness every night, as the bleak winter sun sets. When a young woman is murdered, Criminal Inspector Horst Schenke is under pressure to solve the case, swiftly. Distrusted by his superiors for his failure to join the Nazi Party, Schenke walks a perilous line - for disloyalty is a death sentence. The discovery of a second victim confirms Schenke s worst fears. He must uncover the truth before evil strikes again. As the investigation takes him closer to the sinister heart of the regime, Schenke realises there is danger everywhere - and the warring factions of the Reich can be as deadly as a killer stalking the streets . . . Readers love BLACKOUT: Superb thriller, with a heroic anti-Nazi Kripo detective . . . I look forward to more books about him ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Highly recommended . . . A top-class murder case set in war-time Berlin ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Fantastic . . . Keeps you guessing and in suspense until the end ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Great story about the excessive Nazi regime . . . Really loved this book ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Objev podobné jako Blackout - Simon Scarrow

The Incredible Joke Book is part of the bestselling Football School series, which teaches you about the world through football, packed with superstar stories, fun facts and laugh-out-loud illustrations. Perfect for readers 7+ and recommended by the National Literacy Trust, BookTrust, the Premier League and parents and teachers.Get ready to laugh your football socks off with this side-splitting joke book.What s a striker s favourite magic routine? A hat trick!Why was the peacock sent off? It was a professional fowlWhat⠙s a chip-lover⠙s top footie show? Catch of the Day, with Gary VinegarPacked with great gags about silly stars, team titters and naughty nicknames, this is the perfect gift to give any football fan the giggles.⠜We love this book series!⠝ Match of the Day Weekly ⠜Intelligent, inspiring, funny⠝ Head of Education, Premier League Collect the series! Football School Season 1­⠓4 Star Players Epic Heroes Football School Terrific Teams 20 Fantastic Football Stories The Amazing Quiz Book The Incredible Joke Book The Ultimate Puzzle Book The Greatest Ever Quiz Book ⠓ out in 2022!

Objev podobné jako Football School: The Incredible Joke Book - Alex Bellos, Ben Lyttleton

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER! Scarrow s Berlin is sharply drawn with closely observed detail, a place that reeks of threat and fear - and not just from the Gestapo Financial Times Gripping, with an electric atmosphere and cracking pace SunBerlin. 1940. Hitler s rule casts a menacing shadow over the city. As the distant war moves closer, Criminal Inspector Horst Schenke fights to keep criminals off his patch. But he is walking a tightrope. If his secret relationship with a Jewish woman is exposed, his career will be over. And her fate will be far, far worse.In Hitler s regime, Berlin s gangsters and pimps are more brazen than ever. When innocent victims are caught in the crossfire between warring gangs, Schenke wants the perpetrators punished. But Nazi party members with absolute power will do anything to protect their sleazy friends. They believe no one is incorruptible. All they need is to find out Schenke s secrets . . . Will Schenke s relentless pursuit bring the criminals to justice - or is a deadly net closing around him from which it will be impossible to break free?What readers are saying about A Death in Berlin I loved the intrigue, suspense and mystery An engrossing and tension-filled read! A fast-paced thriller that will have you turning the pages deep into the night! Highly entertaining historical fiction, with sinister characters, seedy gangsters, and glamorous women I love the way that morality is tested through the Nazi regime The climax of the book is worthy of the biggest and best film Hollywood ever produced

Objev podobné jako A Death in Berlin - Simon Scarrow

THE FIELDS OF DEATH is the epic final novel in Simon Scarrow s bestselling Wellington and Napoleon Quartet. Essential reading for fans of Bernard Cornwell.1809. Viscount Wellington and Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte have made their mark as military commanders. Lifelong enemies, they both believe their armies are strong enough to destroy any rival. But in war victory can never be certain.While Wellington s success continues in Spain, Napoleon feels the sting of failure. Yet despite a disastrous Russian campaign and humiliating defeat at Leipzig, he persists in fighting on.With Napoleon s power waning, the newly titled Duke of Wellington is perfectly placed to crush the tyrant. But his enemy refuses to surrender, and so the two giants must face a final reckoning on the bloody battlefield of Waterloo...

Objev podobné jako The Fields of Death (Wellington and Napoleon 4) - Simon Scarrow

YOUNG BLOODS is the first gripping novel in Simon Scarrow s bestselling Wellington and Napoleon quartet. Perfect for fans of Robert Harris.Arthur Wesley (the future Duke of Wellington) was born and bred to be a leader. With a firm belief that the nation must be led by a king, the red-coated British officer heads for battle against the French Republic, to restore the fallen monarchy.Napoleon Bonaparte joins the French military on the eve of the Revolution. He believes leadership is won by merit, not by noble birth. When anarchy explodes in Paris he s thrust into the revolutionary army poised to march against Britain.As two mighty Empires embark on a bloody duel, Wesley and Bonaparte prepare to face a sworn enemy, unaware that the fate of Europe will one day lie in their hands...

Objev podobné jako Young Bloods (Wellington and Napoleon 1) - Simon Scarrow

FIRE AND SWORD is the unputdownable third novel in Simon Scarrow s bestselling Wellington and Napoleon Quartet. A must read for fans of Robert Harris.1804. Napoleon Bonaparte is Emperor of France, his ultimate aim: to rule Europe. After defeat at the Battle of Trafalgar, he wins a glorious victory against Austria at Austerlitz. He then deposes the Spanish king and places his own brother on the throne. But he is yet to triumph over his most hated enemy: Great Britain.Arthur Wellesley (the future Duke of Wellington) throws himself into the British campaign in Europe. After glory in Portugal, he commands the army in a series of triumphant battles across Spain. For those living reluctantly under French rule, his victories suggest that Napoleon s progress is not inexorable: freedom can be restored...

Objev podobné jako Fire and Sword (Wellington and Napoleon 3) - Simon Scarrow

[A] gripping tale of the Great Siege of Malta...Ferocious and compelling it is a story of blood, romance and sacrifice **** Daily ExpressSWORD AND SCIMITAR is the compelling tale of the Great Siege of Malta from Simon Scarrow, bestselling author of the Eagles of the Empire series. A must read for fans of Conn Iggulden and Robert Harris. This lively, absorbing novel will not disappoint The Sunday Times1565, Malta: a vital outpost between the divided nations of Europe and the relentlessly expanding Ottoman Empire. Faced with ferocious attack by a vast Turkish fleet, the knights of the Order of St John fear annihilation. Amongst those called to assist is disgraced veteran Sir Thomas Barrett. Loyalty and instinct compel him to put the Order above all other concerns, yet his allegiance is divided. At Queen Elizabeth s command, he must search for a hidden scroll, guarded by the knights, that threatens her reign. As Sir Thomas confronts the past that cost him his honour and a secret that has long lain buried, a vast enemy army arrives to lay siege to the island...

Objev podobné jako Sword and Scimitar - Simon Scarrow

Pupil Book Study is a window into the â ˜lived experienceâ ™ of pupils, as opposed to just the observed experience. It is also a mirror in which to reflect professional practice and identify what helps learning, and what hinders it by outlining clear and coherent structures in which to talk with pupils and look at their books. Pupil Book Study gives headteachers, senior and middle leaders a systematic toolkit to evaluate the impact of the curriculum through studying teaching and learning. Infused with cognitive science research and evidence-informed practice, it offers schools the architecture for excellence; helping remove the risk of making assumptions. Pupil Book Study is a guide for schools that offers 7 specific and fully exemplified areas to focus quality assurance systems. The keystone between teaching, learning and the curriculum, Pupil Book Study offers schools the tools to explain why things are as they are and presents solutions to the areas that limit or hinder progress. Schools report that Pupil Book Study has been some of the most powerful and impactful work they have ever undertaken, resulting in positive change. In November 2020, Pupil Book Study was shared with the Deputy Director, Senior HMI and Policy makers at Ofsted.

Objev podobné jako Pupil Book Study: An evidence-informed guide to help quality assure the curriculum - Alex Bedford