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Criminal Carol
Criminal Carol
Daines, Claire
¥9.71
Christmas Eve, 1890. Thanks to the tireless pursuit of Sherlock Holmes, Professor Moriarty's criminal empire stands on a knife edge. Still, three ghostly visitors may yet convince the Napoleon of Crime that his destiny lies in another direction...
Sherlock Holmes in The Adventure of The Magic Umbrella
Sherlock Holmes in The Adventure of The Magic Umbrella
Andriacco, Dan
¥9.71
Sherlock Holmes undertakes one of the strangest adventures of his career when he agrees to investigate the mysterious disappearance of Mr. James Phillimore, who stepped back into his house to get his umbrella and was never seen again. The great detective's inquiries take him down a sometimes-false trail from a home in Surrey to a music hall in London and back again before he finds the astonishing answer to this puzzling problem. In "e;The Problem of Thor Bridge,"e; Dr. Watson lists this case as one of Holmes's complete failures. Read "e;The Adventure of the Magic Umbrella"e; to find why Watson agreed to his readers with that false report, and what the umbrella had to do with it. This is another thoroughly authentic Holmes story from the author of the widely acclaimed "e;The Peculiar Persecution of John Vincent Harden,"e; also available as an e-story, as well as numerous mystery novels.
Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Cricketers
Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Cricketers
Reynolds, Tony
¥9.71
This title, the second of 'The Lost Stories of Sherlock Holmes' is a short story set in the worlds of Victorian cricketing and bare-knuckle fighting.
Premier Batchelor - A Modern Sherlock Holmes Story
Premier Batchelor - A Modern Sherlock Holmes Story
Walters, Charlotte Anne
¥9.71
The second adventure in a series of five which update original Sherlock Holmes stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle to our modern world. Based on The Noble Bachelor, this story provides a 21st century spin on the original scenario of an aristocratic man, his disappearing bride and an unsuitable love affair. Now we have a footballer, his missing glamour-model wife and secrets blown into the open thanks to Holmes's brilliant reasoning. Persuaded to take the case by Watson, who shares a literary agent with the missing girl and is desperate not to get dropped, Holmes reluctantly wades into the epicentre of modern celebrity culture. Can he find the runaway bride and help Watson rescue his failing literary career?
Leaping Man - A Modern Sherlock Holmes Story
Leaping Man - A Modern Sherlock Holmes Story
Walters, Charlotte Anne
¥9.71
The third adventure in a series of five stories which update individual tales by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle to our modern world. Based on The Creeping Man, a pop-star is plagued by an unusual stalker whose violent outbursts and strange jumping seem to hint at mental instability. She seeks the help of Sherlock Holmes to track him down and uncover his identity. Watson welcomes any distraction from his humdrum life of domesticity and his boring job, so enthusiastically offers to assist. As long as he makes it home in time for dinner.
Sherlock Holmes and The Affair of The Single Slipper
Sherlock Holmes and The Affair of The Single Slipper
Emigh, Don
¥9.71
An investigation into a provocative ad in the London Times leads to a ghoulish murder and a master criminal.
Woman in Love
Woman in Love
Webster, Jim
¥9.71
Asked to look for a missing husband, Benor finds that the female of the species is indeed more deadly than the male.
1970s Movie Quotes - The Quick Quiz
1970s Movie Quotes - The Quick Quiz
Goldstein, Jack
¥9.71
Are you a fan of 70s movies? Do you think you could recognise a film just from a single quote?If so, you'll love this fantastic quiz featuring 120 of the greatest movies of the decade. With classic lines from Star Wars to Shaft, Jaws to Jonathan Livingston Seagull and many more, these questions - sorted into easy, medium and hard categories - are sure to keep the whole family entertained.
2000s Movie Quotes - The Quick Quiz
2000s Movie Quotes - The Quick Quiz
Goldstein, Jack
¥9.71
Are you a fan of movies from the decade they call the noughties? Do you think you could recognise a film just from a single quote?If so, you'll love this fantastic quiz featuring 90 of the greatest movies from the decade that gave us masterpieces such as Gladiator, Cast Away and Slumdog Millionaire. With classic lines from all of these and many more, the questions - sorted into easy, medium and hard categories - are sure to keep the whole family entertained.
Keeping Body and Soul Together
Keeping Body and Soul Together
Webster, Jim
¥9.71
Rescuing random strangers on a whim may be the good deed for the day, but will Benor survive the blood feud he has unwittingly become part of. More importantly can he buy back the victim's soul?
50 Quick Christmas Facts
50 Quick Christmas Facts
Andrews, Paul
¥9.71
This book is a quick read on Christmas facts you probably did not know! What are the names of Santa's Reindeers? Do you know who made the first Christmas Cards? Find out these facts and more in this quick read fact book!
1980s Music Lyrics
1980s Music Lyrics
Goldstein, Jack
¥9.71
How well do you know your eighties music? Do you think you can recognize a song from a single line of lyrics? If so, then this is the book for you! This eBook features 120 questions ranging from basic ones (to get you into the swing of things) all the way through to those that will have you scratching your head saying 'I KNOW this one!'. Perfect for all the family, this book is great fun for any occasion.
Debt Collectors, CCJs, IVAs and Bankruptcy
Debt Collectors, CCJs, IVAs and Bankruptcy
GA&P
¥9.71
Are you worried about Debts? Does the idea of a knock on the door keep you awake at night? Do you really know your rights? This excellent quick-read guide gives you answers to the most commonly asked questions, and firmly puts YOU back in control. Don't be left in the dark - read this guide and protect yourself from unlawful and unethical action.
B*Witched Quiz Book
B*Witched Quiz Book
Peacock, Chris
¥9.71
Do you blame it on the weatherman? When faced with problems do you say "e;C'est La Vie"e;? Do some people say you look like your dad? Well then, you'll just love the B*Witched Quiz Book! Chock full of 50 questions to test your knowledge on the double-platinum selling all-girl group, this book is great fun for time on your own and with friends! Written by top-selling celebrity biographer Chris Peacock, this is one bargain buy you don't want to miss.
Flirting with Fire (Fast Fiction)
Flirting with Fire (Fast Fiction)
Wendy Etherington
¥9.71
Fast Fiction Hot - short, sexy reads Nathan Pearce's desire for Gia Sorabella are friends—and not the kind with benefits. But if he had just the right situation, he could prove to her that they belong together—in bed and out of it. He just never imagined that situation would be when one of her customers is murdered…
Paying it Forward: How One Cup of Coffee Could Change the World
Paying it Forward: How One Cup of Coffee Could Change the World
Sandi Mann
¥9.71
One woman's experiment to understand how the power of giving without reward can change lives. Random acts of kindness campaigns are increasingly popular as we look to kindness to strangers as a means to create a kinder and more caring society. For 14 days, Dr Sandi Mann, from the University of Central Lancashire, carried out her own 'paying itforward' challenge, handing out free chocolate, coffee, umbrellas and more in the hope that her generosity would inspire others to carry forward more random acts of kindness. The results surprised her.
The Boy in the Bookshop:A Short Story (The Meet Cute)
The Boy in the Bookshop:A Short Story (The Meet Cute)
Katey Lovell
¥9.71
‘Sweet, romantic, perfectly formed coffee break reads. I loved them.’ – Best-selling author, Carmel Harrington A gorgeously romantic short story, part of The Meet Cute series.
My Mother’s Wedding:A Short Story from the collection, Reader, I Married Him
My Mother’s Wedding:A Short Story from the collection, Reader, I Married Him
Tessa Hadley
¥9.71
A short story by Tessa Hadley from the collection Reader, I Married Him:Stories inspired by Jane Eyre. In ‘My Mother’s Wedding’, a bohemian wedding party takes an unexpected turn for the bride and her daughter. Edited by Tracy Chevalier, the full collection, Reader, I Married Him, brings together some of the finest and most creative voices in fiction today, to celebrate and salute the strength and lasting relevance of Charlotte Bront?’s game-changing novel and its beloved narrator.
It’s a Man’s Life, Ladies:A Short Story from the collection, Reader, I Married H
It’s a Man’s Life, Ladies:A Short Story from the collection, Reader, I Married H
Jane Gardam
¥9.71
A short story by Jane Gardam from the collection Reader, I Married Him:Stories inspired by Jane Eyre. In ‘It’s a Man’s Life, Ladies’, a young woman tells the story of her grandmother’s memories of married life. Edited by Tracy Chevalier, the full collection, Reader, I Married Him, brings together some of the finest and most creative voices in fiction today, to celebrate and salute the strength and lasting relevance of Charlotte Bront?’s game-changing novel and its beloved narrator.
Reader, I Married Him:A Short Story from the collection, Reader, I Married Him
Reader, I Married Him:A Short Story from the collection, Reader, I Married Him
Susan Hill
¥9.71
A short story by Susan Hill from the collection Reader, I Married Him:Stories inspired by Jane Eyre. In ‘Reader, I Married Him’, an American socialite reflects on her rise through England’s social circles, and a whirlwind romance. Edited by Tracy Chevalier, the full collection, Reader, I Married Him, brings together some of the finest and most creative voices in fiction today, to celebrate and salute the strength and lasting relevance of Charlotte Bront?’s game-changing novel and its beloved narrator.
The Mash-Up:A Short Story from the collection, Reader, I Married Him
The Mash-Up:A Short Story from the collection, Reader, I Married Him
Linda Grant
¥9.71
A short story by Linda Grant from the collection Reader, I Married Him:Stories inspired by Jane Eyre. In ‘The Mash Up’, a woman recalls the strain of juggling opposing cultures at her wedding. Edited by Tracy Chevalier, the full collection, Reader I Married Him, brings together some of the finest and most creative voices in fiction today, to celebrate and salute the strength and lasting relevance of Charlotte Bront?’s game-changing novel and its beloved narrator.