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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The arrival of a meteorite in a small Finnish town causes chaos and crime in this poignant, chilling and hilarious new thriller from the King of Helsinki Noir ***The TimesBOOK OF THE YEAR*** ***Shortlisted for the CrimeFest Last Laugh Award*** ***Shortlisted for the CWA International Dagger*** With moral dilemmas, plenty of action, and the authors trademark mixture of humour and melancholy, this is Tuomainens best yetGuardian Scandinavias answer to Carl Hiaasen delivers another hectically silly crime caper involving a military chaplain, a suicidal rally driver and a very expensive meteoriteThe Times Finnish criminal chucklemeister Tuomainen is channelling Carl Hiaasen in this hilarious novelSunday Times _________________ A man with dark thoughts on his mind is racing along the remote snowy roads of Hurmevaara in Finland, when there is flash in the sky and something crashes into the car. That something turns about to be a highly valuable meteorite. With euro signs lighting up the eyes of the locals, the unexpected treasure is temporarily placed in a neighbourhood museum, under the watchful eye of a priest named Joel. But Joel has a lot more on his mind than simply protecting the riches that have apparently rained down from heaven. His wife has just revealed that she is pregnant. Unfortunately Joel has strong reason to think the baby isnt his. As Joel tries to fend off repeated and bungled attempts to steal the meteorite, he must also come to terms with his own situation, and discover who the father of the baby really is. Transporting the reader to the culture, landscape and mores of northern FinlandLittle Siberiais both a crime novel and a hilarious, blacker-than-black comedy about faith and disbelief, love and death, and what to do when bolts from the blue both literal and figurative turn your life upside down. _________________ Tuomainen is the funniest writer in EuropeThe Times By no means Nordic noir of the familiar variety, this is eccentric, humorous fare, reminiscent of nothing so much as a Coen Brothers movieFinancial Times Tuomainen continues to carve out his own niche in the chilly tundras of northern Finland in this poignant, gripping and hilarious taleDaily Express While the plots of many Nordic noir writers are turning ever more grim, Finlands Antti Tuomainen opts these days for a wittier, lighter touch quite the rideObserver The biting cold of Northern Finland is only matched by the cutting dark wit and compelling plot on this must-read crime novelDenzil Meyrick A brilliantly inventive and gloriously funny novel from Finland's greatest exportMJ Arlidge Told in a darkly funny, deadpan style The result is a rollercoaster readGuardian Right up there with the bestThe TLS Through it all, Tuomainen maintains his singular tone, which mixes black humour with genuine, sometimes biting, sympathy for desperate people, provided that none take their needfulness too far Little Siberiais a gripping thriller whose complications pile to precarious, intoxicating heights Foreword Reviews Tuomainen also persuades readers how hard life makes it to do the right thing in a universe that too often feels like a profound personal insult. Fans of Scandinavian noir will relish this onePublishers Weekly 'You dont expect to laugh when youre reading about terrible crimes, but thats what youll do when you pick up one of Tuomainens decidedly quirky thrillers'New York Times. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. When two writers meet at a retreat, the chemistry is instant, and they begin a sinister relationship or do they? An exquisitely tense, twisty She Said/She Said psychological thriller from number one bestselling author Sarah Stovell ***The Times BOOK OF THE MONTH*** ***Telegraph BOOK OF THE YEAR*** Slickly claustrophobic, this arch story of obsessive, forbidden love taken to the extreme will have you squirming in your seat Sarah Pinborough Whip-smart, lushly written and truly page-turning Sarah Stovell is a thrilling talent Holly Seddon A moving, gripping story twists keep coming till the very last page. I loved it Erin Kelly ____________________ Bo Luxton has it all a loving family, a beautiful home in the Lake District, and a clutch of bestselling books to her name. Enter Alice Dark, an aspiring writer who is drifting through life, with a series of dead-end jobs and a freeloading boyfriend. When they meet at a writers retreat, the chemistry is instant, and a sinister relationship develops Or does it? Breathlessly pacey, taut and terrifying, Exquisite is a startlingly original and unbalancing psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the very last page. ____________________ The characters are so untrustworthy you wont know what to believe, but you wont put it down till youve found out. A superb debut Sunday Mirror 'Cunningly constructed and gorgeously written, this is outstanding Express 'Its a remarkable debut in the crowded psychological thriller field, written with great sureness of touch and tone' The Times Addictive, terrifying and beautifully written, Exquisite is up there with the best psychological thrillers Ive ever read. Fucking awesome Chris Whittaker Sarah Stovell writes beautifully Essie Fox Beautifully written and perfectly twisted, I was sucked deeply into the intertwined worlds of Alice and Bo and found myself reading through my fingers, compelled yet terrified at what the outcome might be Susi Holliday I bloody loved it. So clever, so beautifully written, such brilliant characterisation and THAT ENDING! Lisa Hall Beautifully written, atmospheric and sexy Cass Green A dark, sensual and twisted character study, rife with murky motivations and sinister revelations hard to put down Foreword Reviews Kept me reading long into the night a majestic debut and utterly compelling James MacManus, TLS The characters are untrustworthy so you wont know what to believe. But you wont be able to put the book down until you find out Sunday People An alarming novel: infuriating at times, appalling, even frightening, and always a page-turner Shots Mag Beautifully written, gripping and utterly believable Crime Review A psychological thriller that will simply blow your mind New Books Magazine If youre looking for a new and exciting psychological thriller thats packed with unexpected twists, Exquisite wont disappoint CultureFly. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A family holiday creates unexpected drama when Liv, Ellen and Hakons elderly parents announce their decision to divorce. The Norwegian Anne Tyler makes her English debut in a beautiful, insightful and perceptive novel. ***Winner of the Norwegian Booksellers Prize*** ___________________ The most beautiful, elegant writing Ive read in a long time. If you love Anne Tyler, you will ADORE thisJoanna Cannon A thoughtful and reflective novel about parents, siblings and the complex and often challenging ties that bind themHannah Beckerman, Observer I absolutely loved its quiet, insightful generosityClaire King ___________________ When Liv, Ellen and Hakon, along with their partners and children, arrive in Rome to celebrate their fathers seventieth birthday, a quiet earthquake occurs: their parents have decided to divorce. Shocked and disbelieving, the siblings try to come to terms with their parents decision as it echoes through the homes they have built for themselves, and forces them to reconstruct the shared narrative of their childhood and family history. A bittersweet novel of regret, relationships and rare insights,A Modern Familyencourages us to look at the people closest to us a little more carefully, and ultimately reveals that its never too late for change ___________________ The author has been dubbed the Norwegian Anne Tyler and for good reason. Three generations of a family head on a holiday to Italy to celebrate patriarch Sverres 70th birthday but he and his wife have life-changing news to share. If you love books about dysfunctional families, youll love thisGood Housekeeping As they rebuild their childhood memories, its telling that their perceptions of themselves and their family relationships are so dramatically different. In quiet prose, Helga Flatland writes with elegance and subtle humour to produce a shrewd and insightful examination of the psychology of family and of lossDaily Express I love the sophistication, directness and tenderness of this bookClaire Dyer So perceptive and clever Ronan Hession This is a super exploration of families that Id urge you to read for the subtle prose, with well defined characters and a strong storylineSheila OReilly It is the most satisfying book that Ive read in a long time, and the most clear-eyed, honest, yet sympathetic examination of relationships that I have ever read. The subtlety with which she portrays the inconsistencies between how the characters see each other versus how they see themselves is masterfulSara Taylor Reading Helga FlatlandsA Modern Familyis like watching the sun rise on a cloudy horizon; light whispers and dances and breaks over the clouds. Layers of deliciously cumulative insight a moving and exquisite readShelan Rodger A beautifully written novel, bittersweet, moving and poignant a wise novel of great insight New Books Magazine Flatland has the gift that I most often covert in the work of other writers: the ability to make everyday events compelling an utterly compelling and satisfying read. It reminds us how full and rich life is, how the quietest existence can brim with urgency and drama Ann Morgan A novel that prods and provokes fascinating, incredibly profound, yet somehow tender, this really does encourage an exploration of a modern family LoveReading. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A pulsatingly tense psychological thriller and a breathtakingly brutal, beautiful and deeply moving story of a good kid in the wrong family, from one of Scotlands finest crime writers. SHORTLISTED for the McIlvanney Prize for Scottish Crime Book of the Year ***BOOK OF THE YEAR inSCOTSMAN*** Its a lovely, sad tale, beautifully told and full of understandingThe Times The most powerful and moving book from Johnstone yet a calling card that no-one can ignoreScotsman This may be Doug Johnstones best book yet. An unsparing yet sympathetic depiction of Edinburghs ignored underclass, with terrific characterisation. Tense, pacey, filmicIan Rankin ____________________ There are two sides to every family Seventeen-year-old Tyler lives in one of Edinburghs most deprived areas. Coerced into robbing rich peoples homes by his bullying older siblings, hes also trying to care for his little sister and his drug-addict mum. On a job, his brother Barry stabs a homeowner and leaves her for dead, but thats just the beginning of their nightmare, because the woman is the wife of Edinburghs biggest crime lord, Deke Holt. With the police and the Holts closing in, and his shattered family in devastating danger, Tyler meets posh girl Flick in another strangers house, and he thinks she may just be his salvation unless he drags her down too. ____________________ A cracking story, great characters its also about something and really addresses the whys of crimeMark Billingham Its as psychologically rich as it is harrowing. Ive come to expect nothing less from Doug Johnstone, one of the genres premiere writersMegan Abbott Breakersagain shows that Doug Johnstone is a noir heavyweight and a master of gritty realism. This may be his finest novel yetWilly Vlautin Doug Johnstone is for me the perfect free-range writer, respectful of conventions but never bound by them, never hemmed-in. Each book is a different world, each book something new in this worldJames Sallis Bloody brilliant This is premier league crime-writingMartyn Waites A tough, gritty and effective ride into the dark side of EdinburghDouglas Skelton Pacy, harrowing and occasionally brutal it had me in tears at the endPaddy Magrane Both horrifying and uplifting, and one of those books I looked forward to picking up each time I had a moment to read I hope it does as well as it deserves toJames Oswald Gripping, dark, fast, but still somehow full of heartLouise Beech A brooding, intensely dark thriller with a defiant beating heart. Evocative, heartbreaking and hopeful the power of the human spirit to shine in the most desperate place STUNNINGMiranda Dickinson. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A taut, emotive, devastating dark and all-consuming psychological thriller, reminiscent ofPlay Misty for Me from the critically acclaimed author ofMaria in the MoonandThe Lion Tamer Who Lost ***WINNER ofBest magazinesBIG Book of the Year 2019*** ***LONGLISTED forGuardiansNOT THE BOOKER PRIZE*** 'A complex and layered tale that charmed me as a much as it traumatised me. An atmospheric, haunting and beautifully written page turner!C L Taylor Noirish psychological thriller with fascinating, disturbing characters. Compelling, twisty, and seriously addictive. EXCELLENTWill Dean 'As twisty and deadly as barbed wire, this book will leave you breathlessErin Kelly _____________ Stirring up secrets can be deadly especially if theyre yours Pregnant Victoria Valbon was brutally murdered in an alley three weeks ago and her killer hasnt been caught. Tonight is Stella McKeevers final radio show. The theme is secrets. You tell her yours, and shell share some of hers. Stella might tell you about Tom, a boyfriend who likes to play games, about the mother who abandoned her, now back after fourteen years. She might tell you about the perfume bottle with the star-shaped stopper, or about her father What Stellareallywants to know is more about the mysterious man calling the station who says he knows who killed Victoria, and has proof. Tonight is the night for secrets, and Stella wants to know everything With echoes of thePlay Misty for Me, Call Me Star Girlis a taut, emotive and all-consuming psychological thriller that plays on our deepest fears, providing a stark reminder that stirring up dark secrets from the past can be deadly _______________ It's a slow burn at first until it twists and turns at a head-staggering rate to a devastating climax. Original, moody and totally grippingClaire Allan Louise Beech blasts into the world of thriller writing with this moody and tense tale. With secrets, lies and plenty of twisty turns, its story is dark and its setting eerie and evocative. Definitely one where you might look over your shoulder more than once while reading!Fionnuala Kearney An original story and beautifully written, so atmospheric Dark, mesmerising and utterly devastating'SJI Holliday Beech has used her unique flair and constructed a crime fiction story that will have you frantically turning the pages until you get to the endMichael Wood Its EXTRAORDINARY tense, twisted and utterly compelling, written with such raw beauty and unflinching honestyMiranda Dickinson A thriller with heart, passion and twists that will surprise even the most astute readersJohn Marrs WithCall Me Star Girl, Louise proves that she can blow us all away with her writing powers in whatever genre she choosesJack Jordan A smart, complex and beautifully written psychological thriller, with a raw intensity at its heart. Twisty, addictive and completely compelling, this powerful story will keep you hooked and leave you hauntedBest Magazine Call Me Star Girlis a unique psychological thriller which is packed with tension and suspense A dark and atmospheric read which sends shivers down your spineIrish Independent Part psychological thriller, part literary noir and part tragic family drama, its multiple strands slowly merge to reveal a captivating truthHeat MUST READDaily Express Psychologically unsettling and with a sting in the tail, it's another cracker published by Orenda BooksRussel McLean. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. After years of abuse, Bernadette makes the decision to leave her husband, only to find that he is missing along with a little boy shed befriended years earlier. A tense, dramatic and moving novel from the bestselling author of How To Be Brave and The Lion Tamer Who Lost. Full of beautiful descriptions, images and observations hauntingly poignant, with a relentless tension and pace Katie Marsh Moving, engrossing and richly drawn, this is storytelling in its purest form mesmerising Amanda Jennings _______________ A missing boy. A missing book. A missing husband. A woman who must find them all to find herself. On the night Bernadette finally has the courage to tell her domineering husband that shes leaving, he doesnt come home. Neither does Conor, the little boy shes befriended for the past five years. Also missing is his lifebook, the only thing that holds the answers. With the help of Conors foster mum, Bernadette must face her own past, her husbands secrets and a future she never dared imagine in order to find them all. Exquisitely written and deeply touching,The Mountain in My Shoeis both page-turning psychological suspense and a powerful and emotive examination of the meaning of family and just how far were willing to go for the people we love. _______________ Deft and full of emotionsIrish Times It is a brilliantly creative work of fictionWe Love this Book (The Bookseller) A fabulous, exquisitely written novel that tugs at the soul incredibly moving David Young A moving and powerful book Jane Lythell A rich, psychologically profound novel about overcoming adversity Its a masterpiece Gill Paul Dark, compelling and highly thought-provoking a fascinating page-turner that wrenches at your insides Off-the-Shelf Books A wonderful, nuanced book probing the damages wreaked by absence and neglect, while exploring the power of love and hope and what it means to be truly home. It made me laugh and cry by turns. I loved it Melissa Bailey An exquisite novel. Darkly compelling emotionally charged. And I LOVED it! Jane Isaac. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Three generations of women from the Skelfs family take over the family funeral home and PI businesses in the first book of a taut, gripping page-turning and darkly funny new series. ***Shortlisted for the McIlvanney Prize for Best Scottish Crime Book of the Year*** ***Shortlisted for the Amazon Publishing Capital Crime Awards*** An engrossing and beautifully written tale that bears all the Doug Johnstone hallmarks in its warmth and darkly comic undertonesHerald Scotland Gripping and blackly humorousObserver I was addicted from the first page; gripping, gritty and darkly funny as hellErin Kelly A Dark Mattershowcases a writer at the peak of his powers, except that with every book, Doug Johnstone just gets betterVal McDermid _________________ Meet the Skelfs: well-known Edinburgh family, proprietors of a long-established funeral-home business, and private investigators When patriarch Jim dies, its left to his wife Dorothy, daughter Jenny and granddaughter Hannah to take charge of both businesses, kicking off an unexpected series of events. Dorothy discovers mysterious payments to another woman, suggesting that Jim wasnt the husband she thought he was. Hannahs best friend Mel has vanished from university, and the simple adultery case that Jenny takes on leads to something stranger and far darker than any of them could have imagined. As the women struggle to come to terms with their grief, and the demands of the business threaten to overwhelm them, secrets from the past emerge, which change everything A compelling, tense and shocking thriller and a darkly funny and warm portrait of a family in turmoil,A Dark Matter introduces a cast of unforgettable characters, marking the start of an addictive new series. _________________ A fiendish mystery that is also deeply moving and laced with suitably dark humour set to be one of the books of the yearMark Billingham 'Emotionally complex, richly layered and darkly funny. An addictive blend ofCase HistoriesandSix Feet UnderChris Brookmyre This dark but touching thriller makes for a thoroughly enjoyable slice of Edinburgh noirMary Paulson-Ellis This enjoyable mystery is also a touching and often funny portrayal of grief, as the three tough but tender main characters pick up the pieces and carry on: more, pleaseGuardian A tense ride strong, believable charactersKerry Hudson,Big Issue They are all wonderful characters: flawed, funny, brave and well set up for a series. I wouldnt call him cosy, but theres warmth to Johnstones writingSunday Times. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. THE THIRD INSTALMENT IN THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING DARK ICELAND SERIES OVER A MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE With a stalker on the loose and the town of Siglufjoerdur in quarantine, a child goes missing, as Icelandic police officer Ari Thor Arason investigates a cold case of a mysterious death on an isolated fjord. 'Bitingly contemporary in setting and tone' Express 'A modern take on an Agatha Christie-style mystery, as twisty as any slalom.' Ian Rankin 1955.Two young couples move to the uninhabited, isolated fjord of Hedinsfjoerdur. Their stay ends abruptly when one of the women meets her death in mysterious circumstances. The case is never solved. Fifty years later an old photograph comes to light, and it becomes clear that the couples may not have been alone on the fjord after all. In nearby Siglufjoerdur, young policeman Ari Thor tries to piece together what really happened that fateful night, in a town where no one wants to know, where secrets are a way of life. He's assisted by Isrun, a news reporter in Reykjavik, who is investigating an increasingly chilling case of her own. Things take a sinister turn when a child goes missing in broad daylight. With a stalker on the loose, and the town of Siglufjoerdur in quarantine, the past might just come back to haunt them. Haunting, frightening and complex, Rupture is a dark and atmospheric thriller from one of Iceland's foremost crime writers. 'Traditional and beautifully finessed. morally more equivocal than most traditional whodunnits, and it offers alluring glimpses of darker, and infinitely more threatening horizons' Independent 'Jonasson's books have breathed new life into Nordic noir' Jake Kerridge, Sunday Express. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Married couple Jack and Ali Gardiner move to a self-sufficient commune in the English Fens, desperate for fresh start. The local village is known for the witches who once resided there and Rosalind House, where the commune has been established, is a former psychiatric home, with a disturbing history. When Jack and Ali arrive, a chain of unexpected and unexplained events is set off, and it becomes clear that they are not all that they seem. As the residents become twitchy, and the villagers suspicious, events from the past come back to haunt them, and someone is seeking retribution At once an unnerving locked-room mystery, a chilling thriller and a dark and superbly wrought ghost story, The Lingering is an exceptionally plotted, terrifying and tantalisingly twisted novel by one of the most exciting authors in the genre. `Quirky and cleverly plotted Sunday Mirror `Dark and satisfying Daily Mail `A compulsive read until the final, breathtaking page Elizabeth Haynes `A forceful, gripping story that builds and builds the suspense until the stunning ending, which will leave readers gasping Random Things Through My Letterbox `A must-read Steve Cavanagh. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Annes diagnosis of terminal cancer shines a spotlight onto fractured relationships with her daughter and granddaughter, with surprising, heartwarming results. A moving, elegant and warmly funny novel by the Norwegian Anne Tyler. Helga Flatland writes with such astuteness Her portrayal of a fractured family trying to cope through emotional personal circumstances was perfect. I devoured this in two sittings and was overwhelmed with feelings for the characters Nina Pottell, Prima Sometimes you simply dont have words to express the beauty and experience of a book this is one of them Louise Beech _______________ Annes life is rushing to an unexpected and untimely end. But her diagnosis of terminal cancer isnt just a shock for her and for her daughter Sigrid and granddaughter Mia it shines a spotlight onto their fractured and uncomfortable relationships. On a spur-of-the moment trip to France the three generations of women reveal harboured secrets, long-held frustrations and suppressed desires, and learn humbling and heart-warming lessons about how life should be lived when death is so close. With all of Helga Flatlands trademark humour, razor-sharp wit and deep empathy,One Last Time examines the great dramas that can be found in ordinary lives, asks the questions that matter to us all and ultimately celebrates the resilience of the human spirit, in an exquisite, enchantingly beautiful novel that urges us to treasure and rethink everything. For fans of Elena Ferrante, Maggie OFarrell, Mike Gayle, Joanna Cannon, Sally Rooney and Carol Shields. _______________ The most beautiful, elegant writing Ive read in a long time. If you love Anne Tyler, you will ADORE thisJoanna Cannon Flatland is hailed as the Norwegian Anne Tyler, but, for me, she writes like Flatland, which is more than good enough Saga A poignant and beautifully written story . intimate, evocative and moving Kristin Gleeson Helga Flatland possesses a pen made from fluent wisdom, subtle humour and elegance Carol Lovekin Absolutely loved its quiet, insightful generosityClaire King 'So perceptive and clever'Ronan Hession A thoughtful and reflective novel about parents, siblings and the complex and often challenging ties that bind themHannah Beckerman, Observer This is a super exploration of families that Id urge you to read for the subtle prose, with well defined characters and a strong storylineSheila OReilly Love the sophistication, directness and tenderness of this bookClaire Dyer The most clear-eyed, honest, yet sympathetic examination of relationships that I have ever readSara Taylor The author has been dubbed the Norwegian Anne Tyler and for good reason If you love books about dysfunctional families, youll love thisGood Housekeeping In quiet prose, Helga Flatland writes with elegance and subtle humour to produce a shrewd and insightful examination of the psychology of family and of lossDaily Express. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A freelance journalist is dragged into a deadly investigation when researching an article on rhino-horn smuggling in South Africa. An unputdownable new thriller from the authors of the critically acclaimed Detective Kubu series. The perfect combination of I dont want it to end and I cant put it down. Great African crime fiction Deon Meyer My favourite writing duo since Ellery Queen Ragnar Jonasson Compelling and deceptively writtenNew York Journal of Books _______________ When freelance journalist, Crystal Nguyen, heads to South Africa, she thinks shell be researching an article on rhino-horn smuggling forNational Geographic, while searching for her missing colleague. But within a week, shes been hunting poachers, hunted by their bosses, and then arrested in connection with a murder. And everyone is after a briefcase full of money that may hold the key to everything Fleeing South Africa, she goes undercover in Vietnam, trying to discover the truth before shes exposed by the local mafia. Discovering the plot behind the money is only half the battle. Now she must convince the South African authorities to take action before its too late. She has a shocking story to tell, if she survives long enough to tell it Fast-paced, relevant and chilling,Dead of Nightis a stunning new thriller that exposes one of the most vicious conflicts on the African continent _______________ Promising series launch.an entertaining page-turner. Readers will look forward to the sequel Publishers Weekly From Minnesota to South Africa to Mozambique to Vietnam, Michael Stanley'sDead of Night is an extraordinary tale of the extreme measures taken to combat international poaching and smuggling C.J. Box As dark as the darkest of Nordic Noir Yrsa Sigurdardottir A wonderful, original voice Peter James Impossible to put down Library Journal. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. When Finnish mushroom entrepreneur Jaakko discovers that he has been slowly poisoned, he sets out to find his would-be murderer with dark and hilarious results. The critically acclaimed standalone thriller from the King of Helsinki Noir ***Shortlisted for the Petrona Award for Best Scandinavian Crime Novel of the Year*** ***Shortlisted for the CrimeFest Last Laugh Award*** Right up there with the bestTimes Literary Supplement Deftly plotted, poignant and perceptive in its wry reflections on mortality and very funny' Irish Times Told in a darkly funny, deadpan style The result is a rollercoaster read in which the farce has some serious and surprisingly philosophical underpinnings' Guardian A successful entrepreneur in the mushroom industry, Jaakko Kaunismaa is a man in his prime. At just thirty-seven years of age, he is shocked when his doctor tells him that hes dying. Whats more, the cause is discovered to be prolonged exposure to toxins; in other words, someone has slowly but surely been poisoning him. Determined to find out who wants him dead, Jaakko embarks on a suspenseful rollercoaster journey full of unusual characters, bizarre situations and unexpected twists. With a nod toFargoand the best elements of the Scandinavian noir tradition,The Man Who Diedis a page-turning thriller brimming with the blackest comedy surrounding life and death, and love and betrayal, marking a stunning new departure for the King of Helsinki Noir. The deadpan icy sensibility of Nordic noir is combined here with warm-blooded, often surreal, humour. Like the death cap mushroom, Tuomainens dark story manages to be as delicious as it is toxic'Sunday Express 'An offbeat jewel relentlessly funny Don Crinklaw,Publishers Weekly 'You dont expect to laugh when youre reading about terrible crimes, but thats what youll do when you pick up one of Tuomainens decidedly quirky thrillers'New York Times A bizarre, twisty, darkly comic novel about a man investigating his own murder a tightly paced Scandinavian thriller with a wicked sense of humour Foreword Reviews Smart, sensitive, and engaging, and guaranteed to be unlike anything else in your crime fiction library the perfect blend of thrills, investigation, character development, and comedy Crime by the Book Hugely entertaining and satisfying like Carl Hiassen transported to Finland. Its full of black comedy and has an unlikely hero in Jaakko, who youll root for to the very end Kevin Wignall, author ofA Death in Sweden A delightful mad caper of a story, which will make readers snort out loud with laughter and would have made an excellent 1930s screwball comedy directed by Frank Capra Crime Fiction Lover Combines a startlingly clever opening, a neat line in dark humour and a unique Scandinavian sensibility. A fresh and witty read Chris Ewan Dark and thrilling, funny and intelligent, thisFargo-like novel contains lethal doses of humour and mushrooms' Sofi Oksanen, author ofPurge A book I will never forget Matt Wesolowski This one is a winner right from the first sentence Booklist Antti Tuomainen is a wonderful writer, whose characters, plots and atmosphere are masterfully drawnYrsa Sigurardottir. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. When a young man inherits a vast mansion from an estranged great-uncle, his apparent good fortune sours when unsettling things begin to happen A terrifying psychological thriller cum gothic ghost story from the bestselling author of A Suitable Lie. A beautifully written tale, original, engrossing and scary. Its a wonderful mixture, a psychological thriller with a touch of a ghost story (sort of), a dollop of the supernatural (but not really) and murder (perhaps), told through the vision of a druggie poet who hasnt taken his medicine and is therefore an unreliable witness (or is he?) a dark joy The Times A deeply satisfying readSunday Times A fine, page-turning thrillerDaily Mail _________________ What you see isnt always real Ran McGhies world has been turned upside down. A young, lonely and frustrated writer, and suffering from mental-health problems, he discovers that his long-dead mother was related to one of Glasgows oldest merchant families. Not only that, Ran has inherited Newton Hall, a vast mansion that belonged to his great-uncle, who had been watching from afar as his estranged great-nephew grew up. Entering his new-found home, it seems Great-uncle Alexander has turned it into a temple to the written word the perfect place for poet Ran. But everything is not as it seems. As he explores the Halls endless corridors, Rans grasp on reality appears to be loosening. And then he comes across an ancient lift; and in that lift a mirror. And in the mirror the reflection of a woman. A terrifying psychological thriller with more than a hint of the gothic,House of Spinesis a love letter to the power of books, and a reminder that lust and betrayal can be deadly _________________ Praise for Michael J. Malone: House of Spinesis a gothic ghost story and psychological thriller all rolled into one. Brilliantly creepy, with a dash of Glasgow humour, I couldnt turn the pages fast enough. A spine-tingling treat Lisa Gray,Daily Record From the stunning opening chapter, I was hooked. House of Spines is an intriguing tale with ahaunting, gothic qualitythat compels you to keep reading till the endHoward Linskey At first it seems like a poets paradise, but something sinister lurks within the corridors a MUST READ Daily Express The story twists and feints, pulling us along with it at every turn, the edginess of its central character making every development even more unsettling a chilling read, best savoured late on a dark nightHerald Scotland You might not want to be alone when you read this spine-chilling gothic thriller . As he explores its endless corridors his grip on reality seems to be evaporating in this terrifying exploration of lust and betrayal Sunday Post Prepare to have your marrow well and truly chilled by this deeply creepy Scottish horror A complex and multi-layered story perfect for a wintry nightSunday Mirror Beautifully crafted and colourfully descriptive keeps the reader gripped by an uneasy presence, a chill, literally, down the spine Undiscovered Scotland Malone is a massive talent get on board now so you can brag you were reading his books long before the rest of the world Luca Veste Vivid, visceral and compulsive Ian Rankin A terrific read I read it in one sitting Martina Cole A deeply personal thriller that will keep the reader turning those pages, with twists and turns designed to keep the heart pumping Russel D. McLean. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. When volcanologist Surtsey finds her married lover dead, she pockets his phone and makes the fatal decision to keep her discovery secret but someone has been watching A cracking and highly original thriller Mark Billingham You dont read Fault Lines so much as you white-knuckle your way through its twists and turns Megan Abbott A superb, highly original psychological chiller Steve Cavanagh ____________________ In a reimagined contemporary Edinburgh, where a tectonic fault has opened up to produce a new volcano in the Firth of Forth, and where tremors are an everyday occurrence, volcanologist Surtsey makes a shocking discovery. On a clandestine trip to new volcanic island The Inch, to meet Tom, her lover and her boss, she finds his lifeless body, and makes the fatal decision to keep their affair, and her discovery, a secret. Desperate to know how he died, but also terrified shell be exposed, Surtseys life quickly spirals into a nightmare when someone makes contact someone who claims to know what shes done ____________________ An explosive thriller Daily Record A cracking-good thriller with some seriously good writing and some beautifully designed characters Heres a writer pushing the thriller envelope, giving the reader not just a good novel, but also a unique oneDavid Pitt,Booklist Novel and elegant it is the books thought-provoking and heart-breaking moments that carry the reader through the story and which resonate most at the endScotsman Both a meditation on the volatility of human nature and a gripping thriller with plenty of twists and turns An original and addictive thriller,as intelligent as it is shockingForeword Reviews Richly characterised, beautifully crafted, this is a book that you truly inhabit Emma Kavanagh Scotlands truest exponent of noir Chris Brookmyre 'A subtly off-kilter speculative thriller that builds to a truly explosive ending Eva Dolan A pacey, gripping read Louise Voss Sexy, fearless and addictive Helen FitzGerald Johnstone weaves his compelling and original tale with great skill and elegance from the gripping beginning to a tense and explosive ending' Amanda Jennings Brilliantly unputdownable Martyn Waites Superb Luca Veste Blending powerful imagination and plotting, this is the work of a writer at the top of his game Stuart Neville Plays with every single emotion Susi Holliday This had me hooked from the first page Cass Green Poignant, gripping and packed with seismic shocks Paddy Magrane Incisive, intelligent and imaginative Michael J. Malone I was completely swept away Caroline Mitchell Hits you lie a seismic shock Douglas Skelton Grabs you by the throat in the first chapter Neil Broadfoot. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Detective Kubus world is shattered when his father is violently murdered. Defying orders, he sets off on the killers trail with shocking consequences This fifth mystery featuring Detective Kubu is another fast-moving procedural notable for its warm characterizations and vivid sense of place. A natural for fans of theNo. 1 Ladies Detective Agency'Booklist A wonderful, original voice McCall Smith with a dark edge and even darker underbelly Peter James 'Impossible to put down. Kubus painstaking detecting skills make him a sort of Hercule Poirot of the desert This series can be recommended to a wide gamut of readersLibrary Journal _______________ 'There's no easy way to say this, Kubu. Your father's dead. I'm afraid he's been murdered. Faced with the violent death of his own father, even Assistant Superintendent David Kubu Bengu, Botswana CID's keenest mind, is baffled. Who would kill such a frail old man? The picture becomes even murkier with the apparent suicide of a government official. Are Chinese mine-owners involved? And what role does the US Embassy have to play? When grief-stricken Kubu defies orders and sets out on the killers trail, startling and chilling links emerge, spanning the globe and setting a sequence of shocking events in motion. Will Kubu catch the killers in time and find justice for his father? Set amidst the dark beauty of modern Botswana, ADeath in the Familyis a thrilling insight into a world of riots, corruption and greed, as a complex series of murders present the opera-loving, wine connoisseur detective with his most challenging and personal case yet. _______________ The perfect combination of I dont want it to end and I cant put it down. Great African crime fiction Deon Meyer My favourite writing duo since Ellery Queen Ragnar Jonasson Bengu is a wonderful creation, complex and beguiling. The exotic smells and sounds of Botswana fill the pages as well as the changes and struggles of a country brimming with modern technology yet fiercely clinging to old traditions. Compelling and deceptively written.New York Journal of Books Richly atmospheric a gritty depiction of corruption and deceptionPublishers Weekly Under the African sun, Michael Stanleys Detective Kubu investigates crimes as dark as the darkest of Nordic Noir. Call it Sunshine Noir, if you will a must read Yrsa Sigurardottir. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Recently widowed and caring for his young son, Andy Boyd thinks his life is over, until he meets the beautiful, enigmatic Anna. And that was his first mistake A startling, emotive and stark psychological thriller from one of Scotlands bestselling crime writers A stark, gripping storylineScots 'Strong female characters, honest, pithy dialogue and ever-present empathy for the victims make this a deeply satisfying readSunday Times Vivid, visceral and compulsive Ian Rankin _________________ Some secrets should never be kept Andy Boyd thinks he is the luckiest man alive. Widowed with a young child, after his wife dies in childbirth, he is certain that he will never again experience true love. Then he meets Anna. Feisty, fun and beautiful, shes his perfect match and she loves his son like he is her own. When Andy ends up in the hospital on his wedding night, he receives his first clue that Anna is not all that she seems. Desperate for that happy-ever-after, he ignores it. A dangerous mistake that could cost him everything. A brave, deeply moving, page-turning psychological thriller,A Suitable Liemarks a stunning departure for one of Scotlands finest crime writers, exploring the lengths people will go to hide their deepest secrets, even if it kills them _________________ Malone tackles the taboo subject of female violence against men with insight and compassion (for Anna is no one-dimensional witch), while creating all the hallmarks of a fine, page-turning psychological thrillerDaily Mail A mystery involving some disturbing account anomalies at Andys bank is appropriately overshadowed by Malones painful depiction of a man in turmoilPublishers Weekly 'Its a tough high-wire act, balancing believability with surprise, but the author pulls it off with aplomb. Excellent stuff Doug Johnstone,The Big Issue Disturbing but compulsive I loved it Martina Cole Bristling with unease, this is domestic noir at its very darkest, twisting the marriage thriller into a new and troubling shape Eva Dolan A deeply personal thriller that will keep the reader turning those pages, with twists and turns designed to keep the heart pumping Russel D. McLean A tightly wound page-turner with real emotional punch Rod Reynolds A dark and unnerving psychological thriller that draws you deep into the lives of the characters and refuse to let go Caroline Mitchell A chilling tale of the unexpected that journeys right into the dark heart of domesticity Marnie Riches Emotionally intelligent and engaging Caro Ramsay A story that I wont forget in a hurry. Malone is a massive talent Luca Veste A disturbing and realistic portrayal of domestic noir with a twist a shocking yet compelling read Mel Sherratt Malone perfectly balances storytelling with a brutal commentary on a dysfunctional relationship Sarah Ward. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The international bestselling godfather of Nordic Noir takes on one of the most horrific periods of modern history, in a stunning standalone thriller NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER **SHORTLISTED FOR THE PETRONA AWARD FOR BEST SCANDINAVIAN CRIME NOVEL** **LONGLISTED FOR THE CWA INTERNATIONAL DAGGER**` ____________________ The Courier is a stylish stand-alone thriller from the godfather of Scandi noir Ola Dahl ratchets up the tension from the first pages and never lets go The Times Absorbing, heart-rending and perfectly plotted. Kjell Ola Dahls The Courier passes seamlessly from the present to the dark past of WWII. Fabulous! Denzil Meyrick Cleverly braiding together past and present, the who and why of murder and betrayal are unpicked. The detail is impressive Daily Mail ____________________ In 1942, Jewish courier Ester is betrayed, narrowly avoiding arrest by the Gestapo. In a great haste, she escapes to Sweden, saving herself. Her family in Oslo, however, is deported to Auschwitz. In Stockholm, Ester meets the resistance hero, Gerhard Falkum, who has left his little daughter and fled both the Germans and allegations that he murdered his wife, Ase, who helped Ester get to Sweden. Their burgeoning relationship ends abruptly when Falkum dies in a fire. And yet, twenty-five years later, Falkum shows up in Oslo. He wants to reconnect with his daughter. But where has he been, and what is the real reason for his return? Ester stumbles across information that forces her to look closely at her past, and to revisit her war-time training to stay alive Written with Dahl's trademark characterization and elegant plotting, The Courier sees the hugely respected godfather of Nordic Noir at his best, as he takes on one of the most horrific periods of modern history, in an exceptional, shocking thriller. ____________________ A dark but richly described backdrop and a relentless, underlying tension drive this sad story to its bittersweet conclusion. Fans of Nordic noir will be satisfied Publishers Weekly Skilfully juggling three Oslo timelines in 1942, 1967 and 2015 Dahl starts his story with Germanys occupation of Norway and the work of those who tried to resist, then brings his characters forward to a post-war unravelling of what really happened in those dangerous days and the traumatic rewriting of personal stories The Times A fascinating, intricate, provocative read, set in motion by events in 1942, and brilliantly highlighting human need and emotions The Courier sent a shiver coursing through me, it is a truly eloquent and rewarding tale, and oh that ending! LoveReading Written with Dahls trademark characterisation and clever plotting, The Courier sees one of Norways most critically acclaimed authors at his best This stunning and compelling wartime thriller is reminiscent of the writing of John Le Carre and William Boyd New Books Magazine Kjell Ola Dahls novels are superb. If you havent read one, you need to right now William Ryan The kind of masterful, detailed plotting that Dahl is known for the power of The Courier is how Dahl has given a complex, human face to such an inhuman tragedy Crime Fiction Lover. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A young Pakistani woman is the victim of an unthinkable act of vengeance, when she defies convention for love, facing seemingly insurmountable challenges and danger as she attempts to rebuild her life. Stunning, shocking, compulsive reading A breathtaking masterpiece Hazel Prior Pacy, gripping and fast-moving I literally could not put it down! Edel Coffey Rarely has a writer affected me so deeply. Someone Like Her is an epic story of love, power and extraordinary courage A.J. West Multan, Pakistan. A conservative city where an unmarried woman over the age of twenty-five is considered a curse by her family. Ayesha is twenty-seven. Independent and happily single, she has evaded an arranged marriage because of her family's reduced circumstances. When she catches the eye of powerful, wealthy Raza, it seems like the answer to her parents' prayers. But Ayesha is in love with someone else, and when she refuses to give up on him, Raza resorts to unthinkable revenge Ayesha travels to London to rebuild her life and there she meets Kamil, an emotionally damaged man who has demons of his own. They embark on a friendship that could mean salvation for both of them, but danger stalks Ayesha in London, too. With her life thrown into turmoil, she is forced to make a decision that could change her and everyone she loves forever. Exquisitely written, populated by unforgettable characters and rich with poignant, powerful themes, Someone Like Her is a story of love and family, of corruption and calamity, of courage and hope and one woman's determination to thwart convention and find peace, at whatever cost Khan brings passion and a clear eye to this compelling story of female defiance in the face of corruption and violence. If youre a fan of Khaled Hosseini this is for you Paul Waters A heart-rending and compelling story. Khan treats his characters with love and respect. I couldnt put it down Alice Clark-Platts Breaks your heart but then gradually heals it Mira V Shah A dark and frightening story of corruption, oppression, possession and violence yet is beautifully and sensitively written by a brave, bold author Michael Wood Tackles deep-rooted societal issues with brutal yet touching honesty A.A. Chaudhuri An excellent storyteller Soniah Kamal An epic story of love, abuse and revenge an emotional rollercoaster as Awais Khan confronts societal injustices with unflinching honesty Eve Smith Khan lays bare the trauma of women, relegated to second-class citizenship in this compelling tale of brutality and bravery. First-class writing Marion Todd Tender and powerful his best yet Sonia Velton Compelling, painful and defiant Elyse John Arguably Khan's best work Pakistan Daily Kept me turning the pages late into the night Aliya Ali-Afzal A gripping and emotive story of ambition, resilience and love Heleen Kist Insightful storytelling Faiqa Mansab Both timely and timeless Saba Karim Khan A young Pakistani woman is the victim of an unthinkable act of vengeance, when she defies convention for love, facing seemingly insurmountable challenges and danger as she Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A young mother resorts to smuggling cocaine into Iceland, as she struggles to keep custody of her son, with devastating results First in the addictive, award-winning Reykjavik Noir Trilogy by the Queen of Iceland Noir. ***Longlisted for the CWA International Dagger*** Stylist, taut and compelling Daily Express Snarewill ensnare youMarie Claire A taut, gritty, thoroughly absorbing journey into Reykjaviks underworld Booklist After a messy divorce, young mother Sonia is struggling to provide for herself and keep custody of her son. With her back to the wall, she resorts to smuggling cocaine into Iceland, and finds herself caught up in a ruthless criminal world. As she desperately looks for a way out of trouble, she must pit her wits against her nemesis, Bragi, a customs officer, whose years of experience frustrate her new and evermore daring strategies. Things become even more complicated when Sonia embarks on a relationship with a woman, Agla. Once a high-level bank executive, Agla is currently being prosecuted in the aftermath of the Icelandic financial crash. Set in a Reykjavik still covered in the dust of the Eyjafjallajokull volcanic eruption, and with a dark, fast-paced and chilling plot and intriguing characters,Snareis an outstandingly original and sexy Nordic crime thriller, from one of the most exciting new names in crime fiction. 'A tense thriller with a highly unusual plot and interesting characters'The Times Tense, edgy and delivering more than a few unexpected twists and turnsSunday Times 'Sharp shocks of chapters hit with increasing energy . a towering powerhouse of read and I gobbled it up in one intense sittingLoveReading The intricate plot is breathtakingly original, with many twists and turns you never see coming. Thriller of the yearNew York Journal of Books 'This first novel of a planned trilogy is stylish, taut and compelling and a film adaptation is in the pipeline. With characters you cant help sympathising with against your better judgement, Sigurdardottir takes the reader on a breathtaking rideDaily Express Lilja Sigurdardottir delivers a diabolically efficient thriller with an ultrarealistic plot We cannot wait for Sonjas next adventureLExpress A smart, ambitious, and hugely satisfying thriller. Striking in its originality and written with all the style and poise of an old hand. Lilja is destined for Scandi super stardom Eva Dolan For a small island, Iceland produces some extraordinary writers, and Lilja is one of the best.Snareis an enthralling tale of love and crime that stays with you long after you have turned the last page Michael Ridpath Zips along, with tension building and building thoroughly recommended James Oswald Crisp, assured and nail-bitingly tense,Snareis an exceptional read, cementing Liljas place as one of Icelands most outstanding crime writers Yrsa Sigurdardottir Clear your diary. As soon as you begin readingSnare, you wont be able to stop until the final page Michael Wood Snareis a great read and the finale is both shocking and unexpected a Wizard-of-Oz ending, without the laughs. Terrific and original stuff' European Literature Network. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A young woman is forced to question everything she thought she knew, when a family tragedy leads to a series of startling revelations and dark secrets. A stunning and emotive psychological thriller from the bestselling author of The Cliff House and The Storm. Beautiful, seamless writing, Jennings has a magic warmth and addictive quality that keeps you reading on and on Lucy Atkins Hauntingly beautiful Clare Mackintosh Thoughtful, atmospheric and deeply immersive, it wields an almost mesmeric power over the reader Hannah Beckerman A perfect life until she discovered it wasnt her own. A tragic family event reveals devastating news that rips apart Bellas comfortable existence. Embarking on a personal journey to uncover the truth, she faces a series of traumatic discoveries that take her to the ruggedly beautiful Cornish coast, where hidden truths, past betrayals and a 25-year-old mystery threaten not just her identity, but also her life. Chilling, complex and profoundly moving, In Her Wake is a gripping psychological thriller that questions the nature of family and reminds us that sometimes the most shocking crimes are committed closest to home. A gripping concept powers this emotional, sinuous thriller in which one womans life is played out against what might have been Fanny Blake, Woman & Home Heartbreaking and emotionally stunning one of the most mature genre novels Ive read for a long time Scottish Herald This mesmerising and haunting thriller is a true literary beauty Heat Delicately weaves loss and grief in a very human story with a strong heart Sarah Hilary Enough twists and turns to give you whiplash Tammy Cohen A writer of rare and exceptional talent Steve Cavanagh A gripping and powerful read will keep you turning the pages Simon Kernick Beautifully written and emotionally charged, Amanda Jennings has created compelling exploration of self, memory and the slippery bonds that tie a family together Eva Dolan An assured, evocative, rites of passage tale that will captivate readers of psychological suspense Mari Hannah I have fallen head over heels in love with this compelling and beautiful book. Already one of my favourite authors, Amanda Jennings has created something outstanding one of my favourite reads of all time Louise Douglas Moving, perceptive and beautifully written story with a devastating conclusion that will stay with you Howard Linskey Gripping and hauntingly beautiful, with a totally unexpected twist in the tail, In Her Wake is simply brilliant I loved it Jenny Ashcroft A beautifully written, emotionally charged novel that stays with you long after you read the last page Jane Isaac A haunting and compelling read, charged with perfectly observed emotion and a poetic gift for language Iona Grey One of those novels that you know is going to stay with you for a very long time after you finish it Louise VossMesmerising storytelling Mel Sherratt Amanda Jennings propels herself into my list of favourite writers Luca Veste. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. THE FINAL INSTALMENT IN THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING DARK ICELAND SERIES OVER A MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE When a police officer is murdered in the dead of night, in the isolated Icelandic town of Siglufjordur, Ari Thor Arason faces a complex investigation that takes him back to the past, and some sinister secrets. 'A modern take on an Agatha Christie-style mystery' Ian Rankin 'Ragnar Jonasson write with such a chilling, poetic beauty - a must-read addition to the growing canon of Iceland Noir' Peter James Siglufjoerdur: an idyllically quiet fishing village on the northernmost tip of Iceland, accessible only via a small mountain tunnel. Ari Thor Arason: a local policeman, whose tumultuous past and uneasy relationships with the villagers continue to haunt him. The peace of this close-knit community is shattered by the murder of a policeman - shot at point-blank range in the dead of night in a deserted house. With a killer on the loose and the dark arctic winter closing in, it falls to Ari Thor to piece together a puzzle that involves tangled local politics, a compromised new mayor, and a psychiatric ward in Reykjavik, where someone is being held against their will. Then a mysterious young woman moves to the area, on the run from something she dare not reveal, and it becomes all too clear that tragic events from the past are weaving a sinister spell that may threaten them all. Dark, chilling and complex, Nightblind is an extraordinary thriller from an undeniable new talent. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A devastating flood reawakens a young womans buried childhood memories with life-changing results. A dark, warmly funny and deeply moving novel from the bestselling author of How To Be Brave and The Lion Tamer Who Lost. ***LoveReading Book of the Year*** ***Longlisted for the Not the Booker Prize*** 'Part psychological thriller, part love story and fans ofEleanor Oliphant is Completely Finewill love it'Red Magazine Storytelling at its finest, Louise Beech is a beguiling wordsmith. Prepare to be hooked Amanda Prowse Beautifully constructed, laugh-out-loud funny in places, achingly sad in others, I completely fell in love John Marrs ______________ Like a cold spider, the memory stirred in my head and spun an icy web about my brain. Someone else crawled in. Iremembered Thirty-on-year-old Catherine Hope has a great memory. But she cant remember everything. She cant remember her ninth year. She cant remember when her insomnia started. And she cant remember why everyone stopped calling her Catherine-Maria. With a promiscuous past, and licking her wounds after a painful breakup, Catherine wonders why she resists anything approaching real love. But when she loses her home to the devastating deluge of 2007 and volunteers at Flood Crisis, a devastating memory emerges and changes everything. Dark, poignant and deeply moving,Maria in the Moonis an examination of the nature of memory and truth, and the defences we build to protect ourselves, when we can no longer hide ______________ Some books seem to fly under the radar and catch you completely by surprise, which is exactly what Louise BeechsMaria in the Moondid. Brilliantly written and incredibly moving, Beech captures the nature of memory and truth with an honest poignancy CultureFly 'Quirky, darkly comic, but always heartfelt, this original and sad story has wonderful characters and will linger long in your memory'Sunday Mirror A powerful and moving story Madeleine Black Heartfelt and wry, this will transport you into a keenly observed world; secrets are hidden, people are flawed, but humanity endures Ruth Dugdall. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. When the mother of an autistic young man hires a call girl to make him happy, three lives collide in unexpected and moving ways changing everything. A devastatingly beautiful, rich and thought-provoking novel that will warm and break your heart One of the best writers of her generationJohn Marrs, author of The One A brilliant premise, executed beautifully such a moving, tender and unexpected read Catherine Isaac, author of Messy, Wonderful Us I guarantee you will not read anything like it this year you will fall in love with this bookMiranda Dickinson, author of Our Story Incredibly moving, gripping, and full of heart The novel everyone will be talking about this yearGill Paul, author of The Secret Wife _______________ Sebastian James Murphy is twenty years, six months and two days old. He loves swimming, fried eggs and Billy Ocean. Sebastian is autistic. And lonely. Veronica wants her son Sebastian to be happy she wants the world to accept him for who he is. She is also thinking about paying a professional to give him what he desperately wants. Violetta is a high-class escort, who steps out into the night thinking only of money. Of her nursing degree. Paying for her dads care. Getting through the dark. When these three lives collide intertwine in unexpected ways everything changes. For everyone. A topical and moving drama about a mothers love for her son, about getting it wrong when wethinkwe know whats best, about the lengths we go to care for family to survive This Is How We Are Humanis a searching, rich and thought-provoking novel with an emotional core that will warmand break your heart. _______________ Every now and then you read a book that takes your breath away. This is How We Are Human does just that you feel from the first page to the last Liz Fenwick, author of The River Between Us A writer of beautiful sentences, and they are in abundance. This sensitive subject is treated with the utmost care Nydia Hetherington, author of A Girl Made of Air Such a complex and emotive book Claire King, author of The Night Rainbow It had me gripped from the start and changed the way I see the world. Beautiful, bold and compelling another fearless story from BeechKatie Marsh, author of Unbreak Your Heart A searching, rich and thought-provoking novel with an emotional coreLoveReading This book is just what the world needs right nowFiona Mills, BBC Oh, Sebastian, Ill never forget him. Heart is always at the core of Louises books and this one is no exceptionMadeleine Black, author of Unbroken What a brave and prejudice busting story this is bravaS. E. Lynes, author of Can You See Her A convincing, bittersweet tale of misplaced kindness, a myriad types of vulnerability, and unexpected consequences All the stars and moreCarol Lovekin, author of Wild Spinning Girls A tender, insightful readMichael J. Malone, author of A Song of Isolation An exceptional book that will make you laugh, cry and feel better for having read it Audrey Davis, author of Lost in Translation The most exquisite and moving story I have read in a very long timeBook Review Cafe I dont know of another writer who portrays characters so true, flaws and all mesmerising, the characters are beautiful but, more importantly, theyre REALJ. M. Hewitt, author of The Quiet Girls For fans of Maggie OFarrell, David Nicholls, Ali Smith and JoJo Moyes. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. On the shores of a tranquil fjord in Northern Iceland, a man is brutally beaten to death on a bright summer's night. As the 24-hour light of the arctic summer is transformed into darkness by an ash cloud from a recent volcanic eruption, a young reporter leaves Reykajvik to investigate on her own, unaware that an innocent person's life hangs in the balance. Ari Thor Arason and his colleagues on the tiny police force in Siglufjoerdur struggle with an increasingly perplexing case, while their own serious personal problems push them to the limit. As silent, unspoken horrors from the past threaten them all, and the darkness deepens, it's a race against time to find the killer before someone else dies. Dark, terrifying and complex, Blackout is an exceptional, atmospheric thriller from one of Iceland's finest crime writers. `Jonasson's books have breathed new life into Nordic Noir' Jake Kerridge, Sunday Express `A distinctive blend of Nordic Noir and Golden Age detective fiction . economical and evocative prose, as well as some masterful prestidigitation' Laura Wilson, Guardian `Jonasson's writing is a masterful reinvention of the Golden Age classic style, both contemporary and timeless . enclosed by the poetic beauty of the location' Crime Review `A classic crime story seen through a uniquely Icelandic lens . first rate and highly recommended' Lee Child 'A modern take on an Agatha Christie-style mystery, as twisty as any slalom.' Ian Rankin. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Investigative journalist Henning Juul follows a dangerous trail to find his young sons murderer, in the explosive, heart-breaking finale to the international, bestselling Henning Juul series. Outstanding Ragnar Jonasson A gripping narrative that begs comparison to Stieg LarssonBookpage Satisfyingly tense and dark a deep and complex bookSunday Times Crime reporter Henning Juul thought his life was over when his young son was murdered. But that was only the beginning Determined to find his sons killer, Henning doggedly follows an increasingly dangerous trail, where dark hands from the past emerge to threaten everything. His ex-wife Nora is pregnant with another mans child, his sister Trine is implicated in the fire that killed his son and, with everyone he thought he could trust seemingly hiding something, Henning has nothing to lose except his own life. Packed with tension and unexpected twists,Killedis the long-awaited finale of one of the darkest, most chilling and emotive series you may ever read. Someone will be killed. But who? Praise for Thomas Enger One of the most unusual and intense writers in the field Barry Forshaw,Independent MUST HAVESunday Express S Magazine IntriguingGuardian Sophisticated and suspensefulLiterary Review Full of suspense and heartCrime Monthly Thomas Enger writes with verve, colour and a pace that builds to a thrilling climaxEuropean Literature Network Superbly compelling the characters leap right off the pageShotsmag Destined to become Nordic Noir classic Yrsa Sigurardottir Slick, compelling and taut Chris Ewan. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The hunt for a serial killer takes criminal profiler Emily Roys and true-crime writer Alexis Castells from London to Sweden, and back into the past, to Buchenwald Concentration Camp, in the first instalment an addictive, award-winning new series from the Queen of French Noir ***Winner of Balai de la Decouverte andNouvelle Plume dArgent Awards*** ***International Number One Bestseller*** Dark, oppressive and bloody, but its also thought-provoking, compelling and very movingMetro Gustawssons writing is so vivid, its electrifying. Utterly compellingPeter James A bold and intelligent readLaura Wilson,Guardian ___________________ Evil remembers Falkenberg, Sweden. The mutilated body of talented young jewellery designer, Linnea Blix, is found in a snow-swept marina. Hampstead Heath, London. The body of a young boy is discovered with similar wounds to Linnea's. Buchenwald Concentration Camp, 1944. In the midst of the hell of the Holocaust, Erich Hebner will do anything to see himself as a human again. Are the two murders the work of a serial killer, and how are they connected to shocking events at Buchenwald? Emily Roy, a profiler on loan to Scotland Yard from the Canadian Royal Mounted Police, joins up with Linnea's friend, French true-crime writer Alexis Castells, to investigate the puzzling case. They travel between Sweden and London, and then deep into the past, as a startling and terrifying connection comes to light. ___________________ A terrific, original duo The Times Multi-layered, superbly plotted, brimming with mystery, tension and bone-chilling violence, and with two very different but equally fascinating lead female characters, Block 46 is not for the squeamish or faint-hearted this is a book that has the power to shock and the artistry to impress long after the last page has turned Lancashire Post Utterly compelling Womans Own A bold and audacious debut from a very talented writer. Heralds the beginning of a thrilling new series R J Ellory Viscerally brutal yet delicately beautiful, like blood spatter on fresh snow. An unbelievable debut Matt Wesolowski A truly unique and chilling blend of Nordic Noirs dark atmosphere gritty, bone-chilling, and harrowing its not for the faint of heart, and not to be missedCrime by the Book A real page-turner, I loved it Martina Cole A great serial-killer thriller with a nice twist first rate James Oswald Cleverly plotted, simply excellent Ragnar Jonasson A must-read Daily Express Theres a touch of Hannibal Lector in this one, and the final plot twists are harsh and sudden. Youll want to double check the door locks and keep a few extra lights on, as you read the suspense is brutal Kingdom Books. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The discovery of a body in the freezing waters of Oslo Harbour spark an investigation that takes the Oslo Detectives right to the heart of the government with life-shattering results. The godfather of Nordic Noir is back ***Shortlisted for the Petrona Award for Best Scandinavian Crime Novel of the Year*** Fiercely powerful and convincing LoveReading A masterclass in plotting, atmosphere and characterThe Times Lena Stigersand, one of the decent, talented, hard-working Oslo police detectives in Dahls ensemble procedural series, takes center stage in this excellent sixth instalment fans of Scandinavian noir will be eager for Dahls next book Publishers Weekly **Book of the Month** ____________________ When a dead man is lifted from the freezing waters of Oslo Harbour just before Christmas, Detective Lena Stigersands stressful life suddenly becomes even more complicated. Not only is she dealing with a cancer scare, a stalker and an untrustworthy boyfriend, but it seems that both a politician and Norways security services might be involved in the murder. With her trusted colleagues, Gunnarstranda and Frlich, at her side, Lena digs deep into the case and finds that it not only goes to the heart of the Norwegian establishment, but it might be rather to close to her personal life for comfort. Dark, complex and nail-bitingly tense,The Ice Swimmeris a simply unforgettable instalment in the critically acclaimed Oslo Detective series, by the godfather of Nordic Noir. ____________________ If you want your worst fears about what goes on inside a cop's mind confirmed, meet Kjell Ola Dahl's Oslo sleuths, Gunnarstranda and Frlich impossible to put downGuardian A chilling novel about betrayalSunday Times If you have never sampled Dahl, now is the time to tryDaily Mail More than gripping European Literature Network The perfect example of why Nordic Noir has become such a popular genreReaders Digest Dramatic, fast-paced and character-focusedCrime Review Skilful blend of police procedural and psychological insight Crime Fiction Lover I have read many clever and thrilling crime novels through my life, but often they have nothing to do with real life. If I dont believe in them, they dont impress me. But when Kjell Ola Dahl tells his stories, I believe every single wordKarin Fossum 'Kjell Ola Dahl's novels are superb. If you haven't read one, you need to right now'William Ryan. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. When a double murder takes place in a Norwegian village high school, a teenager finds himself subject to trial by social media and in the dock. Bestselling, highly emotive and award-winning Nordic Noir One of the finest writers of the Nordic Noir genreRagnar Jonasson If you like your crime smart, dark and morally compelling then youll absolutely love this book17 Degrees Magazine _________________ What turns a boy into a killer? When the high school in the small Norwegian village of Fredheim becomes a murder scene, the finger is soon pointed at seventeen-year-old Even.As the investigation closes in, social media is ablaze with accusations, rumours and even threats, and Even finds himself the subject of an online trial as well as being in the dock for murder? Even pores over his memories of the months leadingup to the crime, and it becomes clear that more than one villager was actingsuspiciously andsecrets are simmering beneath the calm surface of this close-knit community. As events from the past play tag with the present, hes forced to question everything he thought he knew. Was the death of his father in a car crash a decade earlier really accidental? Has a relationship stirred up something that someone is prepared to kill to protect? It seems that theremay be no one that Even can trust. But can we trust him? A taut, moving and chilling thriller,Inbornexamines the very nature of evil, andasks the questions: How well do we really know our families? How well do weknow ourselves? _________________ Spine-chilling and utterly unputdownableYrsa Sigurardottir One of the most unusual and intense talents in the fieldBarry Forshaw,Independent Satisfyingly tense and darkSunday TimesCrime Club MUST HAVESunday Express S Magazine IntriguingGuardian Sophisticated and suspensefulLiterary Review Full of suspense and heartCrime Monthly Thomas Engers novels are intelligent and emotionally aware andInbornis no exception an exciting and thought-provoking novelNew Books Magazine Inbornis a small-town murder mystery and courtroom drama with multi-faceted characters and compelling twists that will keep you guessing until the very endCulture Fly A tightly plotted mix of thrillers and courtroom drama compelling, twisty and full of emotionOff-the-Shelf Books You lovedNineteen MinutesandWe Need to Talk about Kevin, now readInborn. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A heartbreaking, breathtakingly beautiful love story with an unforgettable tragedy at its heart, from the critically acclaimed, award-winning author ofMaria in the MoonandHow To Be Brave. ***Shortlisted for the Sapere Books Most Popular Romantic Fiction Award at the 2019 RNA Awards*** ***Longlisted for the Polari Prize*** Beech eloquently conveys their feelings and longings and sets atmospheric, vividly drawn scenes that transport the reader from grey and damp England to the searing heat of the lion reserve The Lion Tamer Who Lostwill touch the most hardhearted of readers with its persuasive, well-drawn and memorable charactersDaily Express 'A devastating, tender and powerful love story, beautifully and bravely told. You will lose your heart to this book. I adored itMiranda Dickinson Vivid, passionate and exquisitely told, this love story will live on in my heart for a verylong time to come. A poignant, surprising and all-consuming readKatie Marsh _______________ Be careful what you wish for Long ago, Andrew made a childhood wish, and kept it in a silver box. When it finally comes true, he wishes he hadnt Long ago, Ben made a promise and he had a dream: to travel to Africa to volunteer at a lion reserve. When he finally makes it, it isnt for the reasons he imagined Ben and Andrew keep meeting in unexpected places, and the intense relationship that develops seems to be guided by fate. Or is it?What if the very thing that draws them together is tainted by past secrets that threaten everything? A dark, consuming drama that shifts from Zimbabwe to England, and then back into the past,The Lion Tamer Who Lostis also a devastatingly beautiful love story, with a tragic heart A stirring novel, beautifully written, reminiscent of the early work of Maggie OFarrellIrish Times Fans ofEleanor Oliphant is Completely Finewill love itRed Magazine An excruciatingly passionate love story, in its surprising turns and lovely particulars A beautiful textForeword Reviews This book really got under my skin as a beautiful portrait of love, loss and longingIrish Independent 'An incredible, poignant piece of work. Louise Beech had cemented her place as one of Britains finest modern storytellersJohn Marrs 'A beautiful, honest and tender love story that I wont forget for a long time Their love had me trapped in its spell, their tragic moments had me sobbing like a baby A triumphFionnuala Kearney A beautifully crafted bookCarol Lovekin Louise Beech has totally blown me away with her storytellingMadeleine Black I adored this beautiful and inspiring bookKate Furnivall Already one of my favourites of 2018LoveReading Storytelling at its finest. Louise Beech is a beguiling wordsmith. Prepare to be hookedAmanda Prowse Digs deep emotionally, but is funny and feel-good, tooFiona Mitchell A stunning and very brave bookGill Paul The setting alone makes this book worth a readS. E.Lynes Louise Beech is a natural-born storyteller with an elegance about her writing that never fails to move meMichael J. Malone There are times when you finish reading a book and know that part of it will stay with you always. This will be one of those booksClaire Allan It put me in mind of John Irving. Its that feeling of being in the hands of a master storyteller and just trusting him or her so completelyLaura Pearson. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Carrie's best friend has an accident and can no longer make the round-the world trip they'd planned together, so Carrie decides to go it alone. Violet is also travelling alone, after splitting up with her boyfriend in Thailand. She is also desperate for a ticket on the Trans-Siberian Express, but there is nothing available. When the two women meet in a Beijing Hotel, Carrie makes the impulsive decision to invite Violet to take her best friend's place. Thrown together in a strange country, and the cramped cabin of the train, the women soon form a bond. But as the journey continues, through Mongolia and into Russia, things start to unravel - because one of these women is not who she claims to be . A tense and twisted psychological thriller about obsession, manipulation and toxic friendships, VIOLET also reminds us that there's a reason why mother told us not to talk to strangers . The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.