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Angel Rock
Angel Rock
Darren Williams
¥72.99
A beautiful, haunting, engrossing, terrifying, enchanting novel destined to win prizes and storm the bestseller lists. To read this book is a total immersion experience. Since it was first acquired in a hot auction, Darren Williams’ novel has attracted comparisons – Picnic at Hanging Rock, To Kill a Mockingbird, Stand By Me, to name but a few (and no coincidence that all three have been made into major movies, because Angel Rock is a feast for all the senses) – but it is also a completely unique and original novel. The setting is Australia, 1969. Two half-brothers get lost in the wild wooded countryside around the small town of Angel Rock. Only the eldest, 13-year-old Tom, finds his way home. At about the same time, a 16-year-old girl goes missing from the town and is found in Sydney. She has killed herself. The policeman who gets the case in the city follows the trail back to Angel Rock. In searching for a meaning in this tragic death, he is searching for nothing less than a meaning in his own troubled life. The tales of the policeman, Gibson, and the boy, Tom, converge in the mystical back-country of Angel Rock, in a story that is part coming-of-age, part detective thriller, of redemption both individual and communal, and altogether one story that you will never forget.
The Yips
The Yips
Nicola Barker
¥66.22
The hilarious Man Booker-longlisted novel from the author of ‘Darkmans’ and ‘The Burley Cross Postbox Theft’. 2006 is a foreign country; they do things differently there. Tiger Woods' reputation is entirely untarnished and the English Defence League does not exist. But storm-clouds are gathering above the bar of Luton's less-than-exclusive Thistle Hotel. Among those caught up in the unfolding drama are a man who's survived cancer seven times, a woman priest with an unruly fringe, the troubled family of a notorious local fascist, an interfering barmaid with three E's at A-level but a PhD in bullshit, a free-thinking Muslim sex therapist and his considerably more pious wife. But at the heart of every intrigue and the bottom of every mystery is the repugnantly charismatic Stuart Ransom – a golfer in free-fall.
Lonely Girl
Lonely Girl
Josephine Cox
¥58.86
The new novel from Sunday Times bestselling author Josephine Cox gets straight to the hope and heartbreak of family drama. One fateful night changes the course of a child’s life forever… Rosie’s mother is a cruel woman and has Rosie’s kind and loving father wrapped around her finger. Though John Tanner does his best to protect her, Rosie often bears the brunt of her mother’s rage. And his protection can’t last forever. In one tragic moment Rosie’s fragile world is shattered. Grieving and alone, Rosie is thrust into a harsh reality, and she must face the obstacles that fate has set in her path. But secrets will out, and Rosie must uncover the shocking truth behind her mother’s cruelty before she can hope for the love and happiness she deserves.
Unlocking Her Boss's Heart (Mills & Boon Cherish)
Unlocking Her Boss's Heart (Mills & Boon Cherish)
Christy McKellen
¥31.10
More than just a job! Cara Winstone is determined to bounce back from her last – disastrous – PA job and working for Max Firebrace is exactly how she’s going to do it! Little does Cara know that walking into her brooding boss’s luxurious London townhouse also has her walking into his past… Since losing his wife, Max doesn’t think he has any love left to give. But something in the warmth of Cara’s smile jumpstarts Max’s heart again, making him wonder if he’s ready for a new happy-ever-after – with Cara by his side!
Broken Silence (Mills & Boon Love Inspired Suspense)
Broken Silence (Mills & Boon Love Inspired Suspense)
Annslee Urban
¥33.84
SHE'S HIDING A DEADLY SECRET… …and someone wants to make sure Amber Talbot never reveals it. When she becomes the target of a car bomb and a home invasion, she gets the message loud and clear. If she tells anyone her secret, she will die. The person charged with protecting her is police detective Patrick Wiley—the fiancé she walked away from but never forgot. The same man she never wanted to tell about the attack that left her for dead. Back then Patrick couldn't save her. Now he must. Because the attacker has returned to finish what he started. Except this time he's got them both in his sights.
Double Agent (Mills & Boon Love Inspired Suspense)
Double Agent (Mills & Boon Love Inspired Suspense)
Lisa Phillips
¥33.84
DANGER IS HER ALIAS As a spy, Sabine Laduca works alone. But when she investigates her brother's murder, she's forced into an uneasy alliance with his Delta Force team leader. The CIA taught Sabine to trust no one, and Sergeant Major Doug Richardson is no exception. The handsome soldier hides his own secrets, but nothing will stop Sabine from finding out who killed her brother. Not even when the CIA declares her rogue. Now not only is the killer after her, so is the agency. For the first time, she needs someone—Doug. Because only he can help her find the truth…and only he can keep her safe….
Sunshine on a Rainy Day:A funny, feel-good romantic comedy
Sunshine on a Rainy Day:A funny, feel-good romantic comedy
Bryony Fraser
¥44.44
A hilarious and heartbreaking read, for anyone whose life hasn’t quite gone to plan… The only book that fans of BRIDGET JONES and MARIAN KEYES need. ‘If you enjoyed One Day, you’ll love this.’ Reader review It’s Zoe and Jack’s first wedding anniversary party. They’ve got an announcement! They’re getting divorced… Marriage isn’t for everyone – something that Zoe and Jack discovered only after they’d walked down the aisle. Bad timing, huh? So now they’re stuck together in their once harmonious marital home, neither one of them willing to move out of their lovely house. With Zoe’s three sisters always wanting a say, and Jack’s best friend trying his best to fix things between them, misunderstandings arise. Tempers flare. ‘Accidents’ happen… Zoe and Jack are going to be lucky if they’re still alive when the twelve months are up. But maybe things aren’t quite as final as they seem? What readers are saying about Sunshine on a Rainy Day: ‘A refreshingly hilarious read that has the power to pull at your heartstrings…it brought sunshine to my soul.’ The Writing Garnet ‘If you enjoyed One Day, you’ll love this.’ Reader review ‘I laughed and cried all the way through…a fantastic, laugh-out-loud feel-good book.’ Reader review ‘An engaging and entertaining story!’ Rae Reads ‘Funny and moving…it will make you laugh and cry, and wish you knew some of the characters in real life.’ Reader review ‘Funny story…highly entertaining.’ Reader review
The Marshal's Runaway Witness (Mills & Boon Love Inspired Suspense)
The Marshal's Runaway Witness (Mills & Boon Love Inspired Suspense)
Diane Burke
¥33.84
THE RELUCTANT WITNESS Angelina Baroni was about to testify against her mafia kingpin father until she received a threat to her life—despite the protection of US Marshal Dylan McKnight. Deciding she's safer on her own, she leaves witness protection and goes into hiding. Three years later, the duty-dedicated marshal is the last man she expects to see when she wakes up in a hospital after someone attempts to kill her. Dylan knows he can't afford to trust Angelina. Still, he'll do whatever it takes to keep her safe from the mobsters on her trail. But Dylan has only a few days to accomplish his most difficult mission: defuse Angelina's doubts about testifying and win her heart before their time runs out.
A French Novel
A French Novel
Frédéric Beigbeder
¥73.58
Arrested for snorting cocaine off a car bonnet, award-winning author and quintessential dilettante Frederic Beigbeder reflects on his troubled childhood, while spending a night in the cells. In his most autobiographical book to date, the author of the award-winning ‘Windows on the World’ recounts his stay in police custody, when in January 2008 he was arrested for snorting cocaine outside a Paris nightclub. As he lies in his cell, he revisits his childhood, from the carefree days when his grandfather taught him to skim pebbles at the beach in Cénitz, to his parents’ divorce; the conflicting influences of his hedonistic father and his studious, seemingly conventional brother. And then Beigbeder recalls his first, unrequited loves. This patchwork of memories is as much a portrait of the era as it is the story of a fragile, self-critical man who has finally dropped the mask. Witty, sharp, with a pitiless, self-deprecating irony, and yet tender and true, ‘A French Novel’ is a gem. Beigbeder’s search for answers in the lost country of his childhood will speak to a whole generation searching for its soul.
Every Single Minute
Every Single Minute
Hugo Hamilton
¥69.26
‘Not only haunted by death, but also by beauty and the strangeness of being alive. A deeply memorable novel’ Colm Tóibín ‘… I have friends and family, I am in this wonderful country, I have money, there is nothing much wrong with me except I am dying.’ ?na has little over a week left to live and wants to see Berlin for the first and last time. Her friend Liam accompanies her. As the city streets open up to them, so too do their pasts. ?na recalls her life – her lovers, her famous father, her alcoholic mother and the death of her younger brother. For Liam the weekend becomes a lesson in true living from a friend he is about to lose.
The Sleepover Club on the Beach (The Sleepover Club, Book 42)
The Sleepover Club on the Beach (The Sleepover Club, Book 42)
Angie Bates
¥27.27
Join the Sleepover Club:Frankie, Kenny, Felicity, Rosie and Lyndsey, five girls who want to have fun – but who always end up in mischief! A long weekend of camping by the seaside offers a few surprises for the Sleepover Club. Their first surprise is that there are no funfairs or arcades near the campsite – boring! But then they find a mysterious message in a bottle, washed up by the tide… Roll up your combats and paddle on over! AGE 7-9
Adam's Daughter (Mills & Boon Medical)
Adam's Daughter (Mills & Boon Medical)
Jennifer Taylor
¥39.63
The doctor’s secret child Nurse Elizabeth Campbell had promised her sister she would never reveal her baby’s identity to its father. But now Beth has Hannah in her care and the child is in need of her father’s help. Beth knows she must find him. Dr. Adam Knight is furious that no one told him he had a daughter, and he’s determined to be involved in Hannah’s life. But he’ll also be in Beth’s life – fueling their unexpected attraction. An attraction that Beth wants to resist because she fears that Adam’s real feelings are not for herself – but her sister!
Expert Witness (Mills & Boon Love Inspired Suspense)
Expert Witness (Mills & Boon Love Inspired Suspense)
Rachel Dylan
¥33.84
DANGEROUS TESTIMONY Minutes after testifying in a murder trial, sketch artist Sydney Berry is almost killed in a drive-by shooting. United States Marshal Max Preston saves her life then whisks her away to safety. She's his first protected witness, and he'll do everything in his power to keep her safe. But Sydney doesn't want to hide from danger. She is determined to finish her testimony and put a killer away. With potential suspects coming from all corners, Sydney will have to trust Max with her deepest secrets—and her life.
Texas Miracle (Mills & Boon Heartwarming) (Deep in the Heart (HW), Book 4)
Texas Miracle (Mills & Boon Heartwarming) (Deep in the Heart (HW), Book 4)
Mae Nunn,Gwen Ford Faulkenberry
¥33.84
She's everything he didn't want…and exactly what he needs McCarthy Temple, the last unmarried Temple brother, was happy with his safe, predictable world. He had his family, his accounting business and his numbers. He didn't need love. He already had it all…except an assistant. Jacqueline Aimes was the least likely candidate. She was overqualified, gorgeous and only staying in Kilgore long enough to sell her parents' land. But as Jacqueline starts to permeate every aspect of his life, Mac finds it harder and harder to imagine life without her. Jacqueline's passion is her work for children in international war zones, though, not small-town living. So Mac has to find a Texas-size miracle to get her to stay…
Falling Upwards:How We Took to the Air
Falling Upwards:How We Took to the Air
Richard Holmes
¥84.66
Lose yourself in the clouds with bestselling and prize-winning biographer and science writer Richard Holmes in this glorious history of hot-air ballooning. Hot-air balloons have drifted through Richard Holmes’s work for many years. And now, in this heart-lifting book he tells the story of these ineffably romantic floating machines and the reckless invention of the adventurers who flew them. His subject is flight itself and the pioneer generation of rival aviators. Ballooning offered a new vision of the earth. The world pondered for the first time reliable weather prediction, observation of the stars from an aerial point of view and the exploration of remote continents. Those in previous centuries who dreamt of flight believed it would open up the secrets of heaven. In fact, as Richard Holmes shows, it revealed the secrets of the world beneath.
Driving Jarvis Ham
Driving Jarvis Ham
Jim Bob
¥45.62
A brilliantly witty story of unconventional, unwavering, and regularly exasperating friendship. Meet Jarvis Ham:tea-room assistant, diarist, lift-cadger, Princess Di fan, secret alcoholic, and relentless seeker of fame. Jarvis may be an all-round irritant, but he’s harmless, and deep down, you know, he’s got a heart of gold. Hasn’t he? As his oldest (and only) friend reflects on his life with Jarvis Ham – infatuations, questionable hairstyles, home-made charity singles, reality TV auditions, paedophile alerts at the local swimming baths – he wonders what it would have been like if they had never met. But what are you going to do? He’s a mate. DRIVING JARVIS HAM is a novel for anyone who has ever found themselves looking across at a childhood friend, and wondering why they still know them.
Compromising The Duke's Daughter (Mills & Boon Historical)
Compromising The Duke's Daughter (Mills & Boon Historical)
Mary Brendan
¥38.36
Playing with scandal Lady Joan Morland has already risked her reputation once with dashing Drew Rockleigh. And when her coach is set upon, it’s Drew who rescues her, more roguish and tempting than ever! Then Joan discovers Drew has lost his fortune and decides to repay her debt by helping him. But, after a sizzling kiss, she finds herself compromised once again! This time, scandal is surely inevitable… And the only thing to quell it is a walk down the aisle!
The Steel Bonnets
The Steel Bonnets
George MacDonald Fraser
¥114.48
From the author of the famous ‘Flashman Papers’ and the ‘Private McAuslan’ stories.
Untamed City:Carnival of Secrets
Untamed City:Carnival of Secrets
Melissa Marr
¥51.50
An extraordinary new world, from the New York Times bestselling author of the Wicked Lovely series. Warriors Kaleb and Aya will stop at nothing to destroy their competition. But when Kaleb finds his fate entwined with that of Mallory, a seventeen-year-old human girl, he can't seem to separate the vicious Carnival contest he's entered from his sudden devotion to her. He and Aya may be prize fighters from the otherworldly Untamed City, but his strange, obsessive connection makes staying away from the witch-ruled human world, and Mallory, harder every day. All Mallory knows of the Untamed City is what her elders have told her – that it's full of debauchery and daimons looking to destroy her. But she knows she's being pulled toward Kaleb with an emotion so fierce that it's utterly foreign. The two are forced apart by Mallory's overprotective witch father, stranded by necessity between warring populations that can't coexist. But when The City's ruler raises the stakes of the Carnival's prize, there's nothing Mallory, Kaleb, or Aya can do to stop the two worlds colliding. Mallory's about to discover her true identity – and stumble into a fate she'd die to avoid. Fans of The Hunger Games will devour this tale of lush secrets, dark love, and the struggle to forge one's own destiny from the bestselling author of Wicked Lovely, Melissa Marr.
Maids Under The Mistletoe Collection (Mills & Boon e-Book Collections) (Maids Un
Maids Under The Mistletoe Collection (Mills & Boon e-Book Collections) (Maids Un
Christy McKellen,Kandy Shepherd
¥130.47
Who did you find under the mistletoe this festive period? A Countess For Christmas by Christy McKellen The Earl’s secret bride… Emma Carmichael is shocked when she sees who she’s waitressing for at a lavish party—Jack Westwood, the new Earl of Redminster. Her new life comes crashing down when Jack announces to the world that they’re married! Jack has never forgotten his first love, despite the tragedy that tore them apart. When the paparazzi cameras intrude he proposes they live as man and wife until the fuss dies down. Emma feels like Cinderella, masquerading as his Countess…only behind closed doors their marriage feels tantalisingly real… Greek Tycoon’s Mistletoe Proposal by Kandy Shepherd A proposal of convenience! When guarded billionaire Lukas Christophedes finds maid Ashleigh Murphy living in his mansion, he strikes a deal with his gorgeous gate-crasher. If Ashleigh acts as Lukas’s girlfriend to help him close a crucial business deal, she can stay until the New Year. For newly single Ashleigh, agreeing to keep hearts off the table sounds easy…until the line between what’s real and what’s for show starts to blur! And as Christmas approaches all Ashleigh is wishing for from Lukas is a different, much more heartfelt romantic, proposal… Christmas In The Boss’s Castle by Scarlet Wilson The maid who saved Christmas Chambermaid Grace Ellis loves Christmas, but after losing her beloved grandmother, she’ll be spending this festive season working. So when her boss, Finlay ‘Scrooge’ Armstrong offers her a magical Christmas in Scotland, it’s a welcome distraction from her grief. Widower Finlay is haunted by the ghosts of Christmas past, but snowbound together in his Scottish castle, Grace starts to melt the ice around his heart. He never thought he’d find love again, but maybe finding Grace is his very own Christmas miracle…! Her New Year Baby Secret by Jessica Gilmore The Italian millionaire's secret heir! Waitress Sophie Bradshaw is normally ignored at glamorous parties, but Marco Santoro offers her his jacket in the snow…leading to a magical Christmas evening together. And when one night isn’t enough, the millionaire invites Sophie to his Venetian palazzo—not knowing Sophie is bringing a tiny surprise with her!
Meet Me On The Midway (Mills & Boon Heartwarming) (Starlight Point Stories, Book
Meet Me On The Midway (Mills & Boon Heartwarming) (Starlight Point Stories, Book
Amie Denman
¥22.07
It's time to take a chance Evie Hamilton has big plans for Starlight Point, her family’s amusement park. Determined to prove she’s more than a by-the-numbers accountant, Evie is all set to open a brand-new marina and renovate the century-old Lake Breeze Hotel. She’s planned for every possible roadblock…except the handsome, infuriating new fire inspector. Firefighter Scott Bennett doesn't want to be the bad guy. But when he looks at Evie’s plans, all he can see are the potential disasters. He wants to help Evie build for the future, but letting go of the past feels dangerous. Almost as dangerous as trusting Evie with his heart.