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The Old Man and the Wasteland
The Old Man and the Wasteland
Nick Cole
¥54.74
The Old Man and the Wasteland is the first book in Nick Cole’s The Wasteland Saga. Part Hemingway, part Cormac McCarthy’s The Road, The Old Man and the Wasteland is a suspenseful odyssey into the dark heart of the Post-Apocalyptic American Southwest. Forty years after the destruction of civilization…Man is reduced to salvaging the ruins of a broken world. One man’s most prized possession is Hemingway’s classic ‘The Old Man and the Sea.’ With the words of the novel echoing across the wasteland, a survivor of the Nuclear Holocaust journeys into the unknown to break a curse. What follows is an incredible tale of survival and endurance. One man must survive the desert wilderness and mankind gone savage to discover the truth of Hemingway’s classic tale of man versus nature.
Circles of Stone (The Mirror Chronicles, Book 2)
Circles of Stone (The Mirror Chronicles, Book 2)
Ian Johnstone
¥58.86
The second volume in an epic fantasy trilogy that will thrill everyone who loves rich stories of wonder and magic. Together, they have unimaginable power. But unless they part, that power may destroy them. As the dark lord Thoth raises a monstrous army, Sylas and Naeo discover that their new-found power could also be their undoing. At the same time, Sylas longs to find his mother, and Naeo her father. So begins a mirrored quest that will bring Naeo into our world of science and take Sylas deep into the magic of the Other. They both hope to find the one the other loves, but also the ultimate truth: of our broken worlds and divided souls, of prophecy and of Sylas and Naeo’s wondrous power. But it’s a race against time. Even as they begin their journey, Thoth’s creatures mass at the gateways between our worlds – at the ancient circles of stone… War is coming and unless Sylas and Naeo can stop it, it may destroy us all.
The Bell Between Worlds (The Mirror Chronicles, Book 1)
The Bell Between Worlds (The Mirror Chronicles, Book 1)
Ian Johnstone
¥58.86
A glorious epic fantasy in the grand tradition of CS Lewis and Philip Pullman, and a major publishing event, The Mirror Chronicles will take you into another world, and on the adventure of your lifetime… Half of your soul is missing. The lost part is in the mirror. And unless Sylas Tate can save you, you will never be whole again. Sylas Tate leads a lonely existence since his mother died. But then the tolling of a giant bell draws him into another world known as the Other, where he discovers not only that he has an inborn talent for the nature-influenced magic of the Fourth Way, but also that his mother might just have come from this strange parallel place. Meanwhile, evil forces are stirring, and an astounding revelation awaits Sylas as to the true nature of the Other. As violence looms and the stakes get ever higher, Sylas must seek out a girl called Naeo who might just be the other half of his soul – otherwise the entire universe may fall…
The Accidental Detective and other stories:Short Story Collection
The Accidental Detective and other stories:Short Story Collection
Laura Lippman
¥18.34
Nine deliciously dark, funny and twisted short stories from one of America’s top crime writers. EXCLUSIVE EBOOK EDITION ALSO INCLUDES A FREE EXTRACT FROM LAURA’S FORTHCOMING NOVEL THE INNOCENTS. If you haven’t discovered Laura Lippman yet, delve into these nine ingenious tales and read an exclusive extract from Laura’s latest novel The Innocents. Within this collection, Laura Lippman takes us from Dublin in ‘Honor Bar’ to Washington D.C. in ‘ARM and the Woman’ and to New Orleans in ‘Pony Girl.’ Other higlights include a rare interview with Tess (of Laura’ popular Tess Monaghan series) in ‘The Accidental Detective.’ Sometimes poignant, sometimes humorous and always filled with shocking twists and turns, expect the unexpected… If you enjoy this collection, why not try ‘Femme Fatale and other stories’. Also available now as an exclusive ebook short story collection.
The Poisoned Crown (The Accursed Kings, Book 3)
The Poisoned Crown (The Accursed Kings, Book 3)
Maurice Druon
¥66.22
‘This was the original game of thrones’ George R.R. Martin No man is impervious to the poisons of the crown… Having murdered his wife and exiled his mistress, King Louis X of France becomes besotted with Princess Clemence of Hungary and makes her his new Queen. However, though the matter of the succession should be assured, it is far from so, as Louis embarks on an ill-fated war against Flanders. Where his father, Philip IV, was strong, Louis is weak, and the ambitions of his proud, profligate barons threaten his power and the future of a kingdom once ruled by an Iron King.
The Viscount's Unconventional Bride (Mills & Boon Historical)
The Viscount's Unconventional Bride (Mills & Boon Historical)
Mary Nichols
¥29.23
As a member of the renowned Piccadilly Gentlemen's Club, Jonathan Leinster has been instructed to ensure the return of a runaway. Louise Vail has fled to her birthplace, hoping to find her family—but handsome Jonathan stops her in her tracks! Jonathan's task is simple:escort the spirited miss promptly home. Then he learns Louise can use a sword, play whist and has the courage of a lion! Now, Jonathan finds himself embroiled in her search—wanting to claim her as his own!
The Dark Viscount (Mills & Boon Historical)
The Dark Viscount (Mills & Boon Historical)
Deborah Simmons
¥30.61
Thunder claps, lightning strikes and her imposing new mansion looms high, but Miss Marchant is not one to be afraid. Not willful, beautiful Sydony Marchant. If the house doesn't shock her, the arrival of Viscount Hawthorne does. No longer the boy she once kissed--Bartholomew is a man with a ruthless glint in his eye. He's here to uncover a truth and ruin Sydony. But they are soon entangled in secrets darker than they know. And as the tension crackles between them, the memory of their innocent kiss is no longer enough....
Small-Town Secrets (Mills & Boon Intrigue)
Small-Town Secrets (Mills & Boon Intrigue)
Debra Webb
¥24.53
"Chicago, Case Report #1" Mission:Close a 16-year-old cold case:three teenage girls slain in a small Midwest town. Client:Dana Hall, twin sister of one of the victims. Troubled, amnesiac, alienated from family, suffering from horrific nightmares about the killer's identity. Investigator:William Spence Spencer. Thirty-six. Bachelor. Top-notch skills, on the job 24,7. Shows exceptional sensitivity to client's needs. Comments:Significant danger. Escalating threats against Dana's presence in town. Spence believes Dana is hiding something relevant to investigation. Possibility he may be hiding something himself. Has his strong, naturally protective nature compromised his professionalism? There's always a first time.
The Bride's Secrets (Mills & Boon Intrigue)
The Bride's Secrets (Mills & Boon Intrigue)
Debra Webb
¥24.53
Mission:Find a runaway bride. Expose her true identity. Target:Eve Mattson, self-described "problem solver" for hire. Has been on the wrong side of the law most of her life. Recently showed signs of putting the past behind her, especially after leaving the wrong guy at the altar. Investigator:J.T. Baxley, new employee who's mistaken his bride-to-be for an honest woman. Superior investigative skills, emotionally vulnerable, willing to take a bullet in the name of justice. (Extremely handsome ) Supervisor's Comments:Twists and turns no one saw coming. Attraction again developing between Baxley and Mattson? Neither ever trusted anyone. Reports that the two have been spotted in passionate embraces in the midst of lethal situations
Land Of Ghosts
Land Of Ghosts
E.V. Seymour
¥44.44
Seconded from MI5 to the SIS, Tallis must take on his most explosive mission yet. A series of high profile killings has made the Russian government increasingly authoritarian. And for Paul Tallis, former elite firearms officer and currently working off the books for MI5, the crumbling international situation is about to become very personal. Unknown to Tallis, his old schoolfriend, Rufus Graham, has been working deep undercover for the Secret Intelligence Service in the Chechen mountains. When it's feared that Graham has turned rogue agent, Tallis is tasked with finding his old friend and bringing him back home. But for the first time in his life, Tallis is forced to question not only the legitimacy of his orders, but whose side he wants to take.
The Weight of Silence
The Weight of Silence
Heather Gudenkauf
¥58.86
It happens quietly one August morning. As dawn's shimmering light drenches the humid Iowa air, two families awaken to find their little girls have gone missing in the night. Seven-year-old Calli Clark is sweet, gentle, a dreamer who suffers from selective mutism brought on by tragedy that pulled her deep into silence as a toddler. Calli's mother, Antonia, tried to be the best mother she could within the confines of marriage to a mostly absent, often angry husband. Now, though she denies that her husband could be involved in the possible abductions, she fears her decision to stay in her marriage has cost her more than her daughter's voice. Petra Gregory is Calli's best friend, her soul mate and her voice. But neither Petra nor Calli has been heard from since their disappearance was discovered. Desperate to find his child, Martin Gregory is forced to confront a side of himself he did not know existed beneath his intellectual, professorial demeanor. Now these families are tied by the question of what happened to their children. And the answer is trapped in the silence of unspoken family secrets.
The Doctor and Society's Sweetheart (Mills & Boon Medical)
The Doctor and Society's Sweetheart (Mills & Boon Medical)
Lucy Clark
¥25.41
Society wedding announcement hits the headlines! Dr Dartagnan Freeman isn't thrilled to have to show new doctor Emmy the ropes - and is even less pleased to discover that he's looking after socialite Emerson-Rose Jofille! Emmy has been groomed for high society, but is determined to show her chisel-jawed boss that she's more dedicated to triage than tiaras! Before long Dart discovers that It-Girl Emmy is also a warm and compassionate doctor...could Australia's sweetheart be bringing his heart back to life? And when their first kiss makes tabloid headlines Dart decides it's time to announce Sydney's most eagerly awaited engagement...
Taken by the Pirate Tycoon (Mills & Boon Modern)
Taken by the Pirate Tycoon (Mills & Boon Modern)
Daphne Clair
¥24.53
Jase Moore is determined to shake Samantha Magnussen's touch-me-not facade. Could this ice princess really be out to steal his sister's new husband? This pirate tycoon will distract her--the only way he knows how Why does this provocative stranger have such a low opinion of her? Jase's angry contempt gets under Samantha's protective shell. While his voice--dark and full of unspoken sinful promise--storms her heart and offers temptation too hard to resist....
Public Marriage, Private Secrets (Mills & Boon Modern)
Public Marriage, Private Secrets (Mills & Boon Modern)
Helen Bianchin
¥25.41
Four years ago Gianna made a whirlwind marriage to the man she loved—Raúl Velez-Salda?a was the father of her baby. But, tragically, her pregnancy didn't last and neither did their marriage. Discovering Raúl's infidelity, Gianna left. But the Spaniard who stole her heart has returned! As far as Raúl is concerned, his marriage to Gianna was simply postponed—now he wants his wife back! In public they are the perfect society couple; in private the secrets of their past still haunt them both and their desire is just as strong as ever....
The Girl from Honeysuckle Farm , One Dance with the Cowboy
The Girl from Honeysuckle Farm , One Dance with the Cowboy
Jessica Steele,Donna Alward
¥38.36
The Girl from the Honeysuckle Farm by Jessica Steele Phinn Hawkins isn't fooled by eligible bachelor Ty Allardyce’s good-looks. Ty is the hot-shot London financier who bought her beloved Honeysuckle Farm. So imagine Phinn’s horror when Ty offers her a much-needed home and job – at his manor! One Dance with the Cowboy by Donna Alward Cool-headed cowboy Drew Laramie left Larch Valley, promising Jen O’Keefe he’d return. When he didn't, she moved on. Now the childhood sweetheart Jen had stopped waiting for is back! And he’s asking her for one last dance...
Cinderella on His Doorstep , Accidentally Expecting!
Cinderella on His Doorstep , Accidentally Expecting!
Rebecca Winters,Lucy Gordon
¥38.36
Cinderella on His Doorstep:AND Accidentally Expecting (Mills & Boon Romance)
Australian Boss:Diamond Ring:Australian Boss:Diamond Ring
Australian Boss:Diamond Ring:Australian Boss:Diamond Ring
Jennie Adams,Nikki Logan
¥38.36
Ever since Fiona Donner breezed into Brent MacKay's office with her sunny smile, bouncy enthusiasm and infectious laughter she's turned his ordered world topsy-turvy.The attraction zings between them, and Brent believes that Fiona may be the woman to finally release his fears--and the secret he's lived with his whole life. "Only then can he put a sparkly ring on her finger..."
Her Prince's Secret Son (Mills & Boon Romance) (By Royal Appointment, Book 10)
Her Prince's Secret Son (Mills & Boon Romance) (By Royal Appointment, Book 10)
Linda Goodnight
¥24.53
HIS MAJESTY REQUESTS YOUR COMPANY FOR BANQUETS, BALLROOM DANCING ... AND A LITTLE BOMBSHELL? Stepping into Prince Aleks's turreted castle is like going back in time. Five years ago he didn't tell Sara he was a prince, now he's wearing a crown! Sara once loved Aleks with all her heart, and she feels like the center of his world again. Yet she can't help feeling that there are more secrets to be revealed ...
Oh-So-Sensible Secretary , Housekeeper's Happy-Ever-After
Oh-So-Sensible Secretary , Housekeeper's Happy-Ever-After
Jessica Hart,Fiona Harper
¥38.36
Here – at last! – was my new boss, lounging in the doorway and smiling an irresistibly lop-sided smile. You know how it feels when a million butterflies are fluttering inside you? Well, that’s what it felt like the first time I, Summer Curtis, laid eyes on Phin Gibson…
Accidentally the Sheikh's Wife , Marrying the Scarred Sheikh
Accidentally the Sheikh's Wife , Marrying the Scarred Sheikh
Barbara McMahon
¥30.90
Accidentally the sheikh’s wife For Bethanne Sanders, flying Sheikh Rashid al Harum’s plane has its perks, and more luxury than she can handle – then suddenly she’s promoted to princess! It’s only for convenience; sheikhs don’t fall for ordinary girls…do they? MARRYING THE SCARRED SHEIKH Sheikh Khalid al Harum was Quishari’s beloved playboy until a fire disfigured his chiselled features. Now Khalid seeks to escape pitying glances, but at his tranquil retreat he meets beautiful, sweet Ella Ponti, who sees the man beneath the scars… Welcome to Barbara McMahon’s new Jewels of the Desert duet. Enter the Kingdom of Quishari:two ruling brothers are in need of desert queens.
Tough to Tame , Her Lone Cowboy:Tough to Tame , Her Lone Cowboy
Tough to Tame , Her Lone Cowboy:Tough to Tame , Her Lone Cowboy
Diana Palmer,Donna Alward
¥30.90
TOUGH TO TAME Diana Palmer New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer welcomes you back to Jacobsville. Bentley Rydel lives hard, loves fiercely - but sometimes it takes the right woman to make a man a hero. This rugged Texan is going to be Tough to Tame! HER LONE COWBOY Donna Alward Lily Germaine thinks cowboy Noah Laramie is the most stubborn-as-a-mule man she-s ever met. Losing an arm doesn-t mean he has to lose sight of who he is. His courage, strength and loyalty make him one in a million. She just needs to convince him of that!