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The Charlie Davies Mysteries Books 1-3
The Charlie Davies Mysteries Books 1-3
Clare Kauter
¥48.97
Charlie Davies isn't really qualified to solve a murder. She isn't really qualified to do anything, unless it involves publicly embarrassing herself. She’s great at that. Catch up on Charlie's crime-solving antics in this hilarious, binge-worthy mystery collection! Losing Your Head: When rich boy James is accused of killing his billionaire uncle, he bets Charlie twenty grand that she can't find the real culprit, and she simply can't resist. The money, that is – she has no trouble resisting him, no matter how symmetrical his stupid face is.?As Charlie investigates, things get more and more dangerous. She needs to find the murderer soon, or it won't just be her money and reputation on the line...? She might lose her head.? Unfinished Sentence: Word is that local club owner Lonny Lionel isn’t who he claims, but that's not the kind of thing you can just come out and ask someone. Charlie might not be a world class private investigator, but this time she’s the only person for the job, what with her friend dating the man in question and all.? Graceless: When a little girl goes missing, Charlie is convinced that both the police and her boss are looking in the wrong place. She joins off-duty cop James McKenzie in a secret investigation into the clues everyone else seems to be overlooking - but?Charlie finds herself wondering about McKenzie’s real motives for spending time with her. And when more details of her brother’s disappearance come to light, she’s not sure whose side James is on… A hilarious sleuthing series for anyone who loves to laugh out loud on their crime-solving adventures. If you enjoy chick-lit murder mysteries with romance and a snarky heroine, give Charlie Davies a try!
The Slaughter Sisters: When the Dead Walk the Earth
The Slaughter Sisters: When the Dead Walk the Earth
Greg Alldredge
¥8.09
Strange world: creatures are more civilized than men. Set in the Helena Brandywine universe, this story follows the adventures of The Slaughter Sisters. Humans have become more monstrous than the legendary creatures the women are hired to seek out. How is a monster hunter meant to survive? The Slaughter Sisters are premier monster hunters in the North East, the only problem the legendary creatures are blending in with the human denizens of the world, while the human charlatans take their place. After a brush with the dreaded New Jersey devil, the sisters must flee their home of Yonkers, to escape the dreaded local matchmaker. Fearing for their independence, they escape to New York City to search for any job available. They uncover a series of disappearances around the notorious Five Points. Who is behind the missing people, monsters, or humans? The Slaughter Sisters will discover who is behind it all!
Day of the Confederacy
Day of the Confederacy
Stephenson, Nathaniel W.
¥19.52
A fascinating look at the events of the American Civil War. Part of the fifty volume series on American history, Chronicles of America.
Jenson Button Quiz Book
Jenson Button Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥24.43
Did you watch British driver Jensen Button win the world championship title in 2009? Have you followed his Formula 1 career on the circuit? Would you like to know more about the popular McLaren driver? If so, you are certain to enjoy this fun and informative quiz book. Where in the UK was Jenson Button born? At what age did he begin karting, before later progressing to motor racing? What is the name of his model girlfriend? Find out the answers to all those questions you have always wanted to ask in The Jenson Button Quiz Book. You will need to be on top form to attempt the 100 challenging questions in this book, covering Jenson's early life, career highlights, appearances on the podium, wins and losses as well as many personal details right up to the current day. This tribute to the English motor racing ace will appeal to Jensen Button fans the word over. If you enjoy motor racing, you won't want to be without this quiz book.
Doings of Raffles Haw
Doings of Raffles Haw
Conan Doyle, Arthur
¥19.52
The fantastic tale of the benefits and drawbacks of great wealth, written by the creator of Sherlock Holmes, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
English Governess at the Siamese Court
English Governess at the Siamese Court
Leonowens, Anna
¥19.52
The fascinating and somewhat sensationalist memoirs of Anna Leonowens, the English travel writer, educator, and social activist that became tutor to the wives and children of the king of Siam from 1862-68. Her story was later fictionalised in the book 'Anna and the King of Siam', which was adapted by Rogers and Hammerstein into the hit 1951 musical 'The King and I'.
101 Interesting Facts on Southend United
101 Interesting Facts on Southend United
Miles, Peter
¥24.43
Is Southend United your local football club? Are you a lifelong fan of the Blues or new to the touchline? Do you know all about the team's long and fascinating past, which began in the Blue Boar pub in 1906? Would you like to find out more? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are certain to enjoy 101 Interesting Facts on Southend United, all about the boys from Roots Hall. Perfect for challenging your friends on match days or teaching your children about the history of your local football team. This tribute to the Southend United will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about the Blues, including all the memorable faces that have played a part in the team's wins and losses through the years. This is a must-have book for Southend supporters of all ages, so why not relive all those unforgettable moments from days gone by and gen up on your favourite football club.
Miaow There! It's Still Misty Out At Sea!
Miaow There! It's Still Misty Out At Sea!
Collins, Sheila
¥39.14
Following on from her first book, Miaow There! It's Misty at Sea!, Misty, the playful grey and white cat, reveals further tales of life on board a cruise ship with her beloved owner, Sheila. In this new book, the mischievous Misty gives us another fictitious account of life at sea, experienced through the eyes of a well-travelled cat. As a result of her previous adventures, Misty has grown in confidence and knows exactly how to wheedle her way into getting the best service, the tastiest food and the most attention, giving the reader a fascinating insight into the devious mind of a cat. Through the many strange sights, sounds and smells and the interesting characters she meets, Misty gives you a charming and humorous account of living the high life on the ocean waves. With a foreword written by former MP and cat lover Ann Widdecombe, It's Still Misty Out at Sea will appeal to cat lovers of all ages and strike a chord with anyone who has ever been on a cruise.
House of the Wolf
House of the Wolf
Weyman, Stanley J
¥19.52
A fantastic romance novel set during the 16th century French Wars of Religion, written by the master of the romance novel, Stanley J. Weyman.
Jewel of Seven Stars
Jewel of Seven Stars
Stoker, Bram
¥19.52
This classic horror novel by the author of Dracula, Bram Stoker, is the original Mummy story. An archaeologist hatches an evil plan to resurrect Queen Tera, an ancient Egyptian mummy.
Sherlock Holmes and the Affair in Transylvania
Sherlock Holmes and the Affair in Transylvania
O'Hara, Gerry
¥73.48
Sherlock Holmes and Doctor John Watson are returning to London from Bucharest after the great detective has interceded in a delicate matter relating to the Rumanian Royal House. As they depart from Bucharest they receive their mail forwarded from London. Doctor Watson opens a distressing letter from his niece, Mina, now living in Budapest with her young husband, Janos, a newly qualified lawyer. It seems that the young man has not returned from a business assignment in Transylvania.Holmes advises that he and Watson should postpone their return to Baker Street. Watson wires ahead and they are met at the station by Mina and her friend, Lucy Westenra. Holmes is duly intrigued by their stay overnight at the home of Dr Westenra in the grounds of the asylum of which Dr Westenra is the Administrator.Holmes suspects that letters from the young lawyer may have been forged, or written under duress. Next day they set off for Castle Dracula.
Land We Live In
Land We Live In
Mann, Henry
¥19.52
A fantastic look at the history of the United States by American author, editor, journalist, civil war veteran and politician Henry Mann.
Sherlock Holmes and the Irish Rebels
Sherlock Holmes and the Irish Rebels
McMullen, Kieran
¥83.29
It is early 1916 and the world is at war. Sherlock Holmes is well into his spy persona as Altamont following the capture of the German spy Von Bork at the opening of the Great War. Watson is called to London by Mycroft Holmes and is asked to join Sherlock, who has infiltrated the Irish Volunteers. War within the United Kingdom could deal a decisive blow to the war effort and Holmes must find out the rebels plans, and if possible, stop the rebellion which appears imminent. He has need of Watson once again.
Outstanding Mysteries of Sherlock Holmes
Outstanding Mysteries of Sherlock Holmes
Kelly, Gerard
¥98.00
This compilation, comprising a Baker's (street) Dozen of his adventures, re-creates the gas-lit, fog-enshrouded world of Victorian London as once more Sherlock Holmes urges - Come, Watson, the game is afoot!
Man Who Died
Man Who Died
Lawrence, D. H.
¥19.52
D. H. Lawrence's classic two-part story, originally published as 'The Escaped Cock', is a re-imagining of the Biblical story of the Resurrection. The author himself described the story in a letter to his friend Earl Brewster thusly:'I wrote a story of the Resurrection, where Jesus gets up and feels very sick bout everything, and can't stand the old crowd any more - so cuts out - and as he heals up, he begins to find what an astonishing place the phenomenal world is, far more marvellous than any salvation or heaven - and thanks his stars he needn't have a mission any more.'
My Dear Watson
My Dear Watson
Bridges, Margaret Park
¥73.48
The greatest mystery surrounding Sherlock Holmes comes to light he was actually a woman! The master or rather, mistress of disguise finally puts pen to paper to reveal this decades-long deception and, in so doing, discovers another fact she kept secret even from herself. The complex mind of the brilliant consulting detective is finally opened to the public, in the chronicle of a new case involving Dr. Watson and Constance Moriarty, the beguiling daughter of Holmes infamous nemesis.
Man Who Knew Too Much
Man Who Knew Too Much
Chesterton, G. K.
¥19.52
A fantastic collection of eight detective stories by G. K. Chesterton.Contains:The Face in the TargetThe Vanishing PrinceThe Soul of the SchoolboyThe Bottomless WellThe Fad of the FishermanThe Hole in the WallThe Temple of SilenceThe Vengeance of the Statue
Danny Goes to London
Danny Goes to London
JudyBee
¥53.86
Danny is usually a very quiet and well behaved dog. That's why he is so good as his job. Some dogs work on farms, some help people who can't see and Danny helps children who find it difficult to read. He usually visits schools and libraries but today he is being given a special award for his work and he is going to London to collect it. Who could possibly have imagined the mischief he gets up to on this special day?!
Sherlock Holmes and the Dead Boer at Scotney Castle
Sherlock Holmes and the Dead Boer at Scotney Castle
Symonds, Tim
¥48.95
In Sherlock Holmes and The Dead Boer at Scotney Castle the great consulting detective comes up against the rich and powerful Kipling League. Dr Watson recounts the extraordinary events which took place on a spacious early summer day in the Sussex and Kent countryside in 1904. None of the earlier stories chronicling the adventures of Sherlock Holmes compares to the strange circumstances which determined Watson to take up his pen to relate this extraordinary adventure against Holmes express wishes.
Minister of Evil
Minister of Evil
le Queux, William
¥19.52
The Secret History of Rasputin's Betrayal of Russia'Grigori Yefimovich Rasputin was one of the most influential people in Russia in the late-19th/early-20th century. A Russian mystic who apparently had great personal influence over the Russian royal family at the turn of the century, Rasputin is renowned for his mysterious ways and the legends that have built up around his life and death. Written by the famous Anglo-French journalist William Tufnell Le Queux.
Case of the Hungarian Foot
Case of the Hungarian Foot
Colkitto, George
¥19.52
Sebastian Symes, rival of Sherlock Holmes, searches for a butcher's missing daughter. He and his companion Major Ritson encounter a Hungarian Count, a religious relic and a company of Hussars, in a tale of Victorian morality.