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The Traveller’s Daughter
The Traveller’s Daughter
Michelle Vernal
¥20.01
A secret hidden for fifty years is about to be brought to light in Michelle Vernal's dazzling new novel The Traveller's Daughter! Her mother's secret... For fifty years Rosa kept the secrets of her past hidden from her beloved daughter, Kitty. The hurt and pain, the guilt over what she'd done, was something she could never face. But now the time has come to share the truth of Kitty's heritage... Her daughter's discovery... Kitty never knew anything about her mother's early life. But after her death, the discovery of Rosa's journal opens Kitty's eyes to a whole new world-a family she's never known and a love she's never dreamed of... The fate of a family... Now Kitty must travel to her mother's homeland, but after fifty years, can the sins of the past be forgiven? Or will history repeat itself? With a decades-old family feud threatening her future, can Kitty put right what once went so wrong? Join Kitty as she follows in her mother's footsteps from the South of France to Ireland, discovering who she is along the way in this beautiful tale of forbidden love and fancy cupcakes! What readers are saying about 'The Traveller's Daughter': 'A lovely feel-good read' Katie's Bookends 'If you like family sagas and romance, then look no further...at the end you feel like you are leaving behind new friends' Lorraine, Goodreads 'A beautiful and thought-provoking book' Artistic Bent Book Blog
Ottercombe Bay – Part One: Where There’s a Will... (Ottercombe Bay Series)
Ottercombe Bay – Part One: Where There’s a Will... (Ottercombe Bay Series)
Bella Osborne
¥21.39
Escape to the Devon coast, with Part One of a brand-new four-part serial from the author of Willow Cottage. Daisy Wickens has returned to Ottercombe Bay, the picturesque Devon town where her mother died when she was a girl. She plans to leave as soon as her great uncle’s funeral is over, but Great Uncle Reg had other ideas. He’s left Daisy a significant inheritance – an old building in a state of disrepair, which could offer exciting possibilities, but to get it she must stay in Ottercombe Bay for twelve whole months. With the help of a cast of quirky locals, a few gin cocktails and a black pug with plenty of attitude, Daisy might just turn this into something special. But can she ever hope to be happy among the ghosts of her past? Authors and readers love Bella Osborne’s gorgeous novels: ‘I really enjoy Bella Osborne’s books’ – Katie Fforde ‘An absolutely glorious read full of laugh out loud moments and beautifully observed characters who spring to life on the page’ Phillipa Ashley ‘A warm and engaging story with relatable characters who will worm their way into your heart. A great read!’ – Talli Roland ‘Loved it! Believable characters, a sweetly told, lovely story… a great read’ – Jane Lovering ‘Romance, comedy, and mystery abound in this delightful British novel’ – I Read That Book! ‘A great read, with some really special moments… so beautiful and romantic’ – Annie’s Book Corner ‘A well-written and charming tale.’ – Paris Baker’s Book Nook ‘I wasn't expecting a debut novel to be this good’ – The Bookish & The Romantic 'Makes me feel like I should be reading it while wearing a tea dress, drinking posh coffee from a china cup and eating Victoria sandwich cake with a dainty little fork. It's charming, adorable, amusing and all those sorts of words' – Escape Into Words 'This book is perfect chick lit' – Gidget Girls Reading
A Mother’s Sacrifice
A Mother’s Sacrifice
Kitty Neale
¥58.86
The most heartbreaking decision a mother could make…the Sunday Times bestseller is back with an emotional story that will tug on the heartstrings. BEATEN Glenda Jenkins has been beaten by her husband Harry one too many times – and this time he’s put her in a hospital bed. Battered and bruised, Glenda slowly makes her recovery. But she fears what awaits her back at home… BROKEN When Glenda meets kind hospital porter Frank, he offers her a lifeline she can’t refuse. The pair decide to run away together, escaping the terror of Harry. But, fearing for her life, Glenda has to make the biggest sacrifice of all and leave her baby, Johnnie, behind. BEREFT Safe on the Kent coast, Glenda finally has the life she dreamed of. But without Johnnie, she’s a broken woman. Will she ever see her baby again? And will she ever be able to escape the fearsome shadow of Harry after all?
A Very Merry Princess
A Very Merry Princess
Susan Mallery
¥16.28
Celebrate the season with this warm-hearted charmer from #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery When Princess Bethany’s father, the king, sells one of his best stallions, she insists the animal get the royal treatment. Disguised as Beth Archer, a mere stable hand, she takes him to Happily Inc, California, a quaint wedding destination that's especially sparkly over the holidays. Rich women have no place on Cade Saunders' ranch. He wants a down-to-earth, girl-next-door type—like Beth Archer. After few cocoa-flavored kisses by the Christmas tree, Bethany begins to fall for her irresistibly handsome host. But will Cade still want her when he discovers she's more familiar with a crown than a cowboy hat?
Me, You and Tiramisu
Me, You and Tiramisu
Charlotte Butterfield
¥20.01
The love story of the year! Fall in love with the perfect feel-good romance for fans of Katie Fforde, Jill Mansell and Carole Matthews.
The Good Girl: An addictively suspenseful and gripping thriller
The Good Girl: An addictively suspenseful and gripping thriller
Mary Kubica
¥58.86
An addictively suspenseful and tautly written thriller. ‘A tremendous read’ - The Sun on The Good Girl Now optioned for a major movie by the company behind Winter’s Bone, Babel, Being John Malkovich and the TV series True Detective. A compulsive debut that reveals how, even in the perfect family, nothing is as it seems… I've been following her for the past few days. I know where she buys her groceries, where she has her dry cleaning done, where she works. I don't know the colour of her eyes or what they look like when they're scared. But I will. Mia Dennett can't resist a one-night stand with the enigmatic stranger she meets in a bar. But going home with him might turn out to be the worst mistake of Mia's life… Don't miss Mary Kubica's next novel, Pretty Baby!
Falling For The Foster Mum (Mills & Boon Medical) (Paddington Children’s Hospita
Falling For The Foster Mum (Mills & Boon Medical) (Paddington Children’s Hospita
Karin Baine
¥39.63
A family for the bachelor doc? Burns specialist Dr Matthew McGrory is finally living the bachelor life after years of responsibility raising his siblings alone. But he can't ignore the pull he feels towards beautiful Quinn Grady, foster mum to his favourite young patient. Having learned the hard way that he can't rely on other people, Quinn is uber-protective of little Simon - and her heart. But as Matthew's hero status grows in the eyes of her young charge she just might find he's the hero she's dreamed of too...
Wishbones
Wishbones
Virginia Macgregor
¥58.86
Feather Tucker has two wishes: 1)To get her mum healthy again 2) To win the Junior UK swimming championships When Feather comes home on New Year’s Eve to find her mother – one of Britain’s most obese women- in a diabetic coma, she realises something has to be done to save her mum’s life. But when her Mum refuses to co-operate Feather realises that the problems run deeper than just her mum’s unhealthy appetite. Over time, Feather’s mission to help her Mum becomes an investigation. With the help of friends old and new, and the hindrance of runaway pet goat Houdini, Feather’s starting to uncover when her mum’s life began to spiral out of control and why. But can Feather fix it in time for her mum to watch her swim to victory? And can she save her family for good?
Sleeping Beauty (Best-loved Classics)
Sleeping Beauty (Best-loved Classics)
Anonymous
¥50.62
Sarah Gibb studied Graphic Design at St Martins and then did an MA in Sequential Illustration at the University of Brighton. She illustrates the incredibly popular children’s fiction series, The Tiara Club, and novels such as The Nanny Diaries. As well as illustrating books, Sarah works on greetings cards and packaging for clients including Crabtree and Evelyn, Marks and Spencer and Harrods. She lives in London with her husband and young son
15 Seconds
15 Seconds
Andrew Gross
¥61.51
‘A total white knuckle stay-up-all-night thrill ride’ (Harlan Coben) from the bestselling author of Reckless and Killing Hour. Fifteen seconds can tear a life apart.. OUT OF TOWN Dr Henry Steadman has it all: a booming business, a daughter he loves, and plenty of time to enjoy life. But while visiting upstate Florida, a police-stop ends in the shooting of a local cop – with Henry as the prime suspect. OUT OF LUCK Framed for a second murder, this time of a close friend, Henry goes on the run. His only lifeline is state-trooper Carrie Holmes, no stranger to tragedy herself, who can help prove his innocence. But they are in a dead-end – the police are closing in, the killer is getting away. OUT OF TIME This is not just a set-up, it’s far more personal. Henry’s nightmare is complete when his daughter is kidnapped. Suddenly, survival is not enough: he must save his daughter. Everything has been taken away from him – but now, Henry has nothing left to lose…
Wishes Under The Willow Tree: The feel-good book of 2018
Wishes Under The Willow Tree: The feel-good book of 2018
Phaedra Patrick
¥58.86
‘A feel-good story with oodles of charm’ Daily Mail For generations, the Stone family have been making wishes on the old willow tree in their garden. And this year they’re wishing harder than ever… In the small village of Noon Sun, Benedict and Estelle thought they’d found their happy ever after. But, unable to have the children they’ve longed for, their marriage has hit the rocks and Estelle has moved out. Devastated but unwilling to accept defeat, jeweller Benedict vows to win her back – he just doesn’t know how. The unexpected – and uninvited – arrival of his estranged sixteen-year-old niece, Gemma, is the last thing he needs. But when a decades old secret is brought to light, Benedict and Estelle realise they’re not the only ones in need of a second chance. And that maybe the family they wished for has been there all along… Praise for bestselling author Phaedra Patrick’s award-winning debut The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper: ‘Gorgeous’ Heat ‘A charming, unforgettable story’ Harper’s Bazaar
We Were On a Break: The hilarious and romantic top ten bestseller
We Were On a Break: The hilarious and romantic top ten bestseller
Lindsey Kelk
¥58.86
‘Witty, funny, warm and wise’ Marian Keyes Is it a break? Or is it a blip? ‘You’ve just had a holiday,’ I pointed out, trying not to yawn. ‘Wasn’t that enough of a break?’ ‘I don’t mean that kind of break.’ There’s nothing worse than the last day of holiday. Oh wait, there is. When what should have been a proposal turns into a break, Liv and Adam find themselves on opposite sides of the life they had mapped out. Friends and family all think they’re crazy; Liv throws herself into work – animals are so much simpler than humans – and Adam tries to get himself out of the hole he’s dug. But as the short break becomes a chasm, can they find a way back to each other? Most importantly, do they want to?
Goodly and Grave in a Deadly Case of Murder (Goodly and Grave, Book 2)
Goodly and Grave in a Deadly Case of Murder (Goodly and Grave, Book 2)
Justine Windsor
¥51.50
The second page-turning adventure in this sharp-witted, magical mystery series. When reports come in that valuable magical objects are being stolen, Goodly and Grave are on the case, but just when they think they know whodunit their prime suspect turns up – murdered! Will Lucy be able to track the real villain without putting herself in deadly danger…? A page-turning mystery with a magical twist.
Stop Thinking, Start Living: Discover Lifelong Happiness
Stop Thinking, Start Living: Discover Lifelong Happiness
Richard Carlson
¥66.22
Richard Carlson PhD is a stress consultant in private practice and the best-selling author of numerous books, including Don't Sweat the Small Stuff and Slowing Down to the Speed of Life. He is also the co-author of Handbook for the Soul.
A Cold Touch of Ice (Mamur Zapt, Book 13)
A Cold Touch of Ice (Mamur Zapt, Book 13)
Michael Pearce
¥66.22
In this classic murder mystery from Michael Pearce’s award-winning series, set in the Egypt of the 1900s, the Mamur Zapt investigates the murder of an Italian man in the backstreets of Cairo. Cairo, 1908. When an Italian man is murdered in the city’s back streets, there is concern that this could be some kind of ethnic cleansing. Were the guns in his warehouse anything to do with it? Gareth Owen – the Mamur Zapt – has to find out fast. And then there are other difficult questions. What are Trudi von Ramsberg and Gertrude Bell really doing in Cairo? As the Mamur Zapt is drawn deeper into the investigation, he’s not the only one who has problems over where his allegiance lies…
Mystery at Olympia
Mystery at Olympia
John Rhode
¥66.22
The next time you visit Olympia, take a good look around and see if you think it would be possible to murder someone in the middle of the crowd there without being seen… The new Comet was fully expected to be the sensation of the annual Motor Show at Olympia. Suddenly, in the middle of the dense crowd of eager spectators, an elderly man lurched forward and collapsed in a dead faint. But Nahum Pershore had not fainted. He was dead, and it was his death that was to provide the real sensation of the show. A post-mortem revealed no visible wound, no serious organic disorder, no evidence of poison. Doctors and detectives were equally baf?ed, and the more they investigated, the more insoluble the puzzle became. Even Dr Lancelot Priestley’s unrivalled powers of deduction were struggling to solve this case.
Pigs Might Fly! (Mudpuddle Farm)
Pigs Might Fly! (Mudpuddle Farm)
Michael Morpurgo
¥37.96
Set sail with the funniest pirate on the seven seas in this hilarious adventure for readers of 7+ with brilliant pictures throughout from ALIENS LOVE UNDERPANTS illustrator Ben Cort. Pirate Blunderbeard is on a voyage with his cousin Redruth and Grandpa Greybeard. Blunderbeard hopes it will be like a holiday cruise, ice-cream, deck chairs and maybe a bit of swimming. But Grandpa Greybeard is on a mission. He wants to get his favourite ship back from the Scariest Pirate on the high seas he wants Blunderbeard to help. What could possibly go wrong? Pirate Blunderbeard on might be on the worst mission ever but it’s also the funniest – laugh-out-loud fun for readers of 7+
Paddington 2: The Story of the Movie: Movie tie-in
Paddington 2: The Story of the Movie: Movie tie-in
Anna Wilson
¥44.15
Set sail with the funniest pirate on the seven seas in this hilarious adventure for readers of 7+ with brilliant pictures throughout from ALIENS LOVE UNDERPANTS illustrator Ben Cort. Pirate Blunderbeard is on a voyage with his cousin Redruth and Grandpa Greybeard. Blunderbeard hopes it will be like a holiday cruise, ice-cream, deck chairs and maybe a bit of swimming. But Grandpa Greybeard is on a mission. He wants to get his favourite ship back from the Scariest Pirate on the high seas he wants Blunderbeard to help. What could possibly go wrong? Pirate Blunderbeard on might be on the worst mission ever but it’s also the funniest – laugh-out-loud fun for readers of 7+
Black Mad Wheel
Black Mad Wheel
Josh Malerman
¥66.22
Black Mad Wheel plunges us into the depths of psychological horror, where you can’t always believe everything you hear. THE DANES, the band once known as the ‘Darlings of Detroit’, are washed up and desperate to have another number one hit. When an agent from the US Army approaches them with an unusual offer, they believe it could be the answer to their inspiration drought. So, under the guidance of their front man, Philip Tonka, the Danes decide to embark on a harrowing journey through scorching African desert to track down the source of a strange and debilitating sound. In a Midwestern hospital, a nurse named Ellen tends to a patient recovering from a near-fatal accident. The circumstances that led to his injuries are mysterious, and his broken body heals at a remarkable rate. Ellen will do the impossible for this enigmatic patient as he reveals more about his accident with each passing day. BLACK MAD WHEEL plunges us into the depths of psychological horror, where you can’t always believe everything you hear.
Miss Treadway & the Field of Stars
Miss Treadway & the Field of Stars
Miranda Emmerson
¥66.22
How do you find a missing actress in a city where everyone’s playing a role? ‘FABULOUS!’ Helen Simonson, author of Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand ‘Scintillating’ Observer ‘Vibrant and atmospheric’ Daily Express Soho. 1965, When an American actress disappears from the Galaxy Theatre, her young dresser, Anna Treadway is determined to find out what happened to her. Anna's search will lead her through a London she barely knew existed: a city of reggae clubs and back street doctors, of dangerous prejudice and unexpected allies. She is aided by a disparate group of émigrés, each carrying secrets of their own. But before she can discover the truth about Iolanthe, Anna will need to open herself – to her past, her present and the possibility of love.
How Harry Riddles Made a Mega Amount of Money (Shoutykid, Book 5)
How Harry Riddles Made a Mega Amount of Money (Shoutykid, Book 5)
Simon Mayle
¥47.38
The loudest kid in fiction is back brand-new story. And he’s still got a lot to shout about! Harry’s school is running out of money and might even have to close but then his friend Jessica tells everyone that Harry will know how raise the money needed to keep it open. The pressure is on. Can Harry save the school? Probably, but first he needs to finish his game of World of Zombies RUN!