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THE NEXT SENSATION FROM THE AUTHOR OFI WHO HAVE NEVER KNOWN MENThere’s a voice in Aline’s head: a voice that wants out.Brash, boisterous and sexually adventurous, this voice seems to be the antithesis of Aline, a prim literature professor for whom each day promises to be as quiet and conventional as the last.That is until, after thirty-five years of imprisonment, her alter ego breaks free.Taking on a life of his own, Orlanda – Aline’s second self – slips into the taut, rugged...

Robert Langdon returns in Dan Brown's brilliant new thriller, THE SECRET OF SECRETS, available for pre-order now.The bestselling continuation of global phenomenon THE DA VINCI CODE, featuring symbologist Robert Langdon.The Capitol Building, Washington DC: Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon believes he is here to give a lecture. He is wrong. Within minutes of his arrival, a shocking object is discovered. It is a gruesome invitation into an ancient world of hidden wisdom.When L...

Inspector Maigret is known for his infallible instinct, for getting at the truth no matter how complex the case, but when someone starts killing women on the streets of Montmartre, he finds himself confounded. In the sweltering Paris summer heat, with the city in a state of siege, Maigret hatches a plan to lure the murderer out.Translated by Siân Reynolds

Katie Brenner has the perfect life: a flat in London, a glamorous job, and a super-cool Instagram feed.OK, so the truth is that she rents a tiny room with no space for a wardrobe, has a hideous commute to a lowly admin job, and the life she shares on Instagram isn't really hers.But one day her dreams are bound to come true, aren't they?Until her not-so-perfect life comes crashing down when her mega-successful boss Demeter gives her the sack. All Katie's hopes are shattered. S...

Ostatni tom mrocznej trylogii bestsellerowej zagranicznej autorki!Nie mam żadnych zasad moralnych i jestem całkowicie pozbawiony uczuć.Zaszedłem tak wysoko tylko po to, by zdobyć władzę.Nikt i nic nie zdoła mnie powstrzymać przed osiągnięciem celu. A przynajmniej do tej pory taki był plan.Teraz moim jedynym pragnieniem jest odzyskać należącą do mnie kobietę Sasha sądzi, że wszystko między nami skończone, ale to dopiero początek.Jest moją kochanką. Partnerką. Żoną.I jest tylko...

The international bestseller. Our families shape who we are. From the circumstances of our conception and the family structure we are born into, to the expectations placed upon us and the love we receive, we are formed by our social and familial network.So if we want to truly know ourselves – to find out why we falter, to explain our anxieties, our repeated relationship patterns – we must look beyond our own lives and discover the secrets, unprocessed losses, and limiting bel...

'A truly original literary mystery . . .A humane work that really seeks to understand… Like the best really serious novels, it’s profoundly uncomfortable, avoids easy dramatic answers and forces you to really think and question – yourself as much as its own narrative' Luke Kennard, author ofThe Transition---S was a good person. Such a good person. They all told me that – so it had to be true.S is unique. It seems that most people think so – his mother, his sister, his best fr...

Lift the flaps and join in the fun with Rod Campbell's classic, Dear Zoo, with bright, bold artwork and a whole host of favourite animals.'I wrote to the zoo to send me a pet . . .'Young children will love lifting the flaps to discover the animals the zoo has sent – a monkey, a lion and even an elephant! But will they ever manage to send the perfect pet?Rod Campbell's classic lift-the-flap book has been a firm favourite with toddlers and parents alike ever since it was first ...

It is the late 1980s, the closing years of Thatcher’s Britain. For the Trainspotting crew, a new era is about to begin – a time for hope, for love, for raving.Leaving heroin behind and separated after a drug deal gone wrong, Renton, Sick Boy, Spud and Begbie each want to feel alive. They fill their days with sex and romance and trying to get ahead; they follow the call of the dance floor, with its promise of joy and redemption.Sick Boy starts an intense relationship with Aman...

The Jedi are reeling from Qui-Gon Jinn’s sudden death at the hands of a Sith. Jedi Master Mace Windu’s feelings about Qui-Gon have always been complicated, and have not been made any simpler in death. While they often disagreed, Mace valued Qui-Gon's unique perspective, and their shared dedication to the Force made them allies. Without Qui-Gon and his unorthodox views, Mace feels out of balance.While considering his fallen friend’s legacy, Mace is surprised to receive a final...

For as long as she can remember, Laudna has had a friend. A mentor. A little voice whispering in her cropped ear, promising that, no matter how monstrous she becomes or how far she wanders, there will always be someone to guide her.And so, Laudna is content.But the thought of more—of life, of love, of the magic stirring in her still veins—is unrelenting in its familiarity.More is the dream of a little girl trapped behind the bloodstained walls of Whitestone, and the nightmare...

Inspector Maigret’s wife has fallen ill during their seaside holiday at Les Sables-d’Olonne. When he visits her in the hospital, he receives a strange note instructing him to see a patient in another ward. Soon he finds himself unexpectedly drawn into a quest to find justice for a young girl – and confronting an evil that is hidden in plain sight.

I’ve lost it :(The only thing in the world I wasn’t supposed to lose. My engagement ring. It’s been in Magnus’s family for three generations. And now, the very same day his parents are coming, I’ve lost it. The very same day. Do not hyperventilate, Poppy.Stay positive!! :)A couple of glasses of bubbly with the girls and Poppy’s life has gone into meltdown. Not only has she lost her engagement ring, but in the panic that followed, she’s lost her phone too. When she spots an ab...

NO GREATER FRIENDEvan Smoak is the guy you want on your side.  A former government black ops assassin, he'll be there for you in your darkest hour - and he'll rain hell and thunder on those who caused your pain.NO WORSE ENEMYA lone wolf operator, Evan can't afford to lose any of the few people he likes and trusts.  But when Tommy Stojack, Evan's loyal, long-time gunsmith and armourer, betrays him, it's war.Because a good assassin keeps his friends close, but his weapons close...

Shocking, seductive, sexy and scandalous' Chris Whitaker'Dark, twisty and deliciously sexy' Kia Abdullah ‘Utterly compulsive and the ultimate “what if”' Sabine DurrantA Sunday Times Style Hot Read for 2024 and one of Cosmopolitan's Best Books for 2024._________________________Whose life do you want?Elena and her partner Adam are house-sitting in Wimbledon and find themselves instantly seduced by their upscale surroundings and their enigmatic new neighbours Sophia and Finn.Whe...

Wiedza na temat wydarzeń historycznych jest niezbędna do tego, by w przyszłości stać się świadomym obywatelem. Dzięki książce Repetytorium - szkoła podstawowa - historia uczeń może efektywnie opanować wymogi podstawy programowej. Publikacja jest kierowana do uczniów klas 7-8.Repetytorium... zawiera mapy, schematy i reprodukcje obrazów, dzięki którym rzetelnie opisane fakty nabiorą konkretnych kształtów. Całość ujęta została w czytelną i wizualnie atrakcyjną szatę graficzną. Z...

‘Imagine a football team which measures its success only on the basis of the goals it scores and doesn’t count the goals it concedes. That football team could be losing right through without recognising it…’For as long as they have existed, our economic models have served us an incomplete picture.The models and metrics tells us that our economies are healthy because they are growing. However, this doesn't account for the fact that our growth is driven by a resource that we ta...

Inspector Maigret and his wife take a much-needed rest cure in the spa town of Vichy, where they quickly become used to the leisurely pace of life. But when a woman who they regularly pass by on their daily strolls is murdered, Maigret can't help but offer his assistance to the local investigation – no matter where it leads. 

Inspector Maigret is supposed to be working to stop the gangs of robbers terrorising Paris, but then a body is found, dumped in the Bois de Boulogne. It turns out to be a quiet, likeable burglar he has known for years, and for whom he cannot help feeling affection. Defying orders from his superiors, he determines to discover who killed his old acquaintance – even if it leads him into terrible danger.

A beautifully illustrated pocket-sized book featuring stunning and lifelike illustrations of animal life from prints and drawings in the Royal Collection. The perfect gift for fans of natural history and for readers of any age who love animals.Celebrate the wonder of wildlife with hidden gems from the Royal Collection. This charming album includes 80 detailed and lifelike illustrations of animal life from around the world. Discover the work of some of the greatest artists and...

THE FIRST OFFICIAL PUZZLE BOOK BASED ON THE WORLDWIDE NETFLIX PHENOMENONIN THESE GAMES, ONLY THE SMART WILL SURVIVEThis devious collection of crosswords, logic puzzles, word searches, sudoku, photo puzzles, and more lets you experience all the challenge and intellectual stimulation of participating in Squid Game with significantly less threat of death. (That said, there is always some risk involved when using a sharp pencil, so solve carefully!)Test your wits against puzzles ...

Master the ideas that have shaped the study of genetics today.In a series of 50 accessible essays, Mark Henderson and Helen Sims introduce and explain the central ideas of genetics, beginning with the theory of evolution to the very latest, cutting-edge developments in gene therapy and artificial life.From the double helix and how nature and nurture work together, to genetic testing and race, 50 Genetics Ideas You Really Need to Know is a complete introduction to this young a...

A compendium of symbols with sacred meanings, perfect for anyone looking to find a meaningful tattoo design, professional tattoo artists or anyone interested in folklore and religion.It gathers some of the most popular and lesser known signs from around the world in a comprehensive and accessible guide. Looking at each symbol's history and origins, it unveils the cultural and spiritual significance, alongside any folklore to give each image context, and showcases different ta...

Annabel is in the thick of sandwich generation territory.Widowed for nearly a decade and bringing up two teenagers alone, she now faces the dilemma of what is best for her ageing mother.Her strong-willed sisters, Ginnie and Clarissa, have already mentally sold her mother’s London house, mentally spent the proceeds, but Annabel isn't sure what her mother will think of their plan. . .After a decade on her own, Annabel's children have also decided now is the time to act as match...