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What the Night Brings: The most shocking, gripping Tom Thorne thriller yet (Tom Thorne Novels #19)
by Mark BillinghamTOM THORNE IS BACK WITH HIS MOST SHOCKING CASE YET...____________'Billingham only gets better' MICHAEL CONNELLY'Sensational, masterful, sharp and shocking' CHRIS WHITAKER'The best Tom Thorne novel yet' MICK HERRON'One of crime fiction's finest' KARIN SLAUGHTER'Billingham is on top form' THE TIMES____________"Three dead coppers, Tom, maybe four by lunchtime."The targeted murder of four officers is only the first in a series of attacks that leaves police scared, angry and, most disturbingly of all, vengeful.As Tom Thorne and Nicola Tanner dig into the reasons for the violence, a deeper darkness begins to emerge: the possibility that these murders are payback. The price paid for an unspeakable betrayal.To uncover the truth, Thorne will be forced to question everything he stands for. He can trust nobody, and the shocking secrets revealed by one terrible night will fracture his entire world.____________WHAT REAL READERS SAY ABOUT WHAT THE NIGHT BRINGS'An absolute masterclass in how to keep the reader gripped''I feel the need for a lie down after reading this. Nothing, but nothing, could have prepared me for the emotional rollercoaster that is What the Night Brings''An absolutely fantastic book, and shows why Mark Billingham is one of the best at what he does''The DI Tom Thorne series is definitely one of the best in the crime fiction genre. The author reduced me to tears with this latest episode''Billingham is a master of crime fiction'
Black England
by Gretchen Gerzina'This book brings history alive' BERNADINE EVARISTOWITH A FOREWORD FROM ZADIE SMITH'Black England is a book that will be relevant for ever' BENJAMIN ZEPHANIAH----------------The idea that Britain became a mixed-race country after 1945 is a common mistake. Georgian England had a large and distinctive Black community. Whether prosperous citizens or newly freed slaves, they all ran the risk of kidnap and sale to plantations. Black England tells their dramatic, often moving stories.In the eighteenth century, Black people could be found in clubs and pubs, there were special churches, Black-only balls and organisations for helping Black people who were out of work or in trouble. Many were famous and respected: most notably Francis Barber, Doctor Johnson's beloved manservant; Ignatius Sancho, a correspondent of Laurence Sterne; Francis Williams, a Cambridge scholar, and Olaudah Equiano whose Interesting Narrative went into multiple editions. But far more were ill-paid and ill-treated servants or beggars, despite having served Britain in war and on the seas. For alongside the free world there was slavery, from which many of these Black Britons had escaped.The triumphs and tortures of Black England, the Ambivalent relations between the races, sometimes tragic, sometimes heart-warming, are brought to life in this wonderfully readable history. Black England explores a fascinating chapter of our shared past, a chapter that has been ignored too long.
Tapping Into You: Transform trauma and rediscover your inner power through EFT
by Sarah TobinRelease trauma and step into your true self with this illustrated step-by-step guide to tappingTapping, or EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), is a simple yet effective way to heal your past traumas so you can live a more fulfilling life. It involves tapping on key points on your body with your fingertips while focusing on a particular memory, feeling or stressor. Research shows this practice can help you rewire your stress response, relieving symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, lack of self-esteem, depression and many more issues.In this book, trained EFT practitioner Sarah Tobin guides you on a transformative journey using this holistic healing method. It is not just a manual for tapping but a means for self-reflection, introspection and emotional revelation. Through tapping sequences, exercises, affirmations and journal prompts, this book goes beyond words, providing a tangible toolkit for healing. Beautifully illustrated with step-by-step diagrams and illustrations, Tapping Into You will act as a gentle, empowering hand to guide you towards a life of joy, purpose and unapologetic authenticity.Contents include: - An introduction to the concept of EFT tapping- Sarah's story of finding EFT following the tragic loss of her first daughter Alice in 2014- 14 tapping scripts, each centred on a different topic related to trauma-processing, including anxiety, grounding, overwhelm, burnout, grief and PTSD.PRAISE FOR TAPPING INTO YOU"With clarity, compassion, and deep expertise, Sarah Tobin introduces readers to the practice of EFT in a way that is both accessible and profound. This book offers not just a method for processing trauma, but a pathway to reconnecting with one's inner strength, resilience, and authenticity." - Dr Peta Stapleton, World-leading EFT Researcher and Clinical and Health Psychologist"An excellent introduction to EFT/Tapping, but also so much more than that. Sarah Tobin provides a gentle yet comprehensive journey through a list of possible barriers to true well-being, examining their causes and then offering sample tapping rounds to begin resolving them. I had numerous aha moments while reading this book. You might think of it as a guide to cleaning a smudged mirror so you can more clearly see your true magnificent self." - Brad Yates, EFT Coach and Content Creator (tapwithbrad.com)
Adventures of a Young Naturalist: SIR DAVID ATTENBOROUGH'S ZOO QUEST EXPEDITIONS
by Sir David AttenboroughWITH A NEW FOREWORD BY DARA McANULTYTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'His writing is as impressive and as enjoyable as his TV programmes and there can be no higher praise' Daily Express'A marvellous book . . . unputdownable . . . utterly engaging' Daily TelegraphIn 1954, a young television presenter named David Attenborough was offered the opportunity of a lifetime - to travel the world finding rare and elusive animals for London Zoo's collection, and to film the expeditions for the BBC.Now 'the greatest living advocate of the global ecosystem' this is the story of the voyages that started it all. Staying with local tribes while trekking in search of giant anteaters in Guyana, Komodo dragons in Indonesia and armadillos in Paraguay, he and the rest of the team battled with cannibal fish, aggressive tree porcupines and escape-artist wild pigs, as well as treacherous terrain and unpredictable weather, to record the incredible beauty and biodiversity of these regions. The methods may be outdated now, but the fascination and respect for the wildlife, the people and the environment - and the importance of protecting these wild places - is not.Written with his trademark wit and charm, Adventures of a Young Naturalist is not just the story of a remarkable adventure, but of the man who made us fall in love with the natural world, and who is still doing so today.** Praise for Sir David Attenborough **'A great educator as well as a great naturalist' Barack Obama'Sir David is a wizard of television, and, like Gandalf or Dumbledore, he has a near-magical gift for combining warmth and gravitas . . . the man who, for me, exemplifies the best in British broadcasting' Louis Theroux'When I was a young boy I used to love turning on the television and watching David's programmes and really feeling like I was either back out in Africa or I was learning about something magical and almost out of this planet' Prince William
Beside the Ocean of Time
by George Mackay Brown George Mackay-BrownWITH A NEW FOREWORD BY AMY LIPTROTSHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE 1994WINNER OF THE SALTIRE SOCIETY LITERARY AWARD 1994'Intimate, humorous, effortlessly combining the strands of history and folklore, the past and the present, this is a deceptively simple book, like a tale told to a child. But its echoes sound on unforgettably. A whole universe is created from a grain of Orkney sand' IndependentIn this novel set on the fictitious island of Norday in the Orkneys, George Mackay Brown beckons us into the imaginary world of the young Thorfinn Ragnarson, the son of a crofter. In his day-dreams he relives the history of this island people, travelling back in time to join Viking adventurers at the court of the Byzantine Emperor in Constantinople, then accompanying a Falstaffian knight to the battle of Bannockburn.Thorfinn wakes to the twentieth century and a community whose way of life, steeped in legend and tradition, has remained unchanged for centuries. But as the boy grows up - and falls in love with a vivacious and mysterious stranger - the transforming effect of modern civilization brings momentous and irreversible changes to the island. During the Second World War Thorfinn finds himself in a German prisoner-of-war camp, and it is here that he discovers his gifts as a writer.Long afterwards he returns, now a successful novelist, to a deserted and battle-scarred island. Searching for the peace and freedom of mind he had in abundance as a child, he finds instead something he didn't even know he was looking for.George Mackay Brown intertwines myth and reality to create a novel of deceptive simplicity. The story of Thorfinn and the island of Norday is a universal and profound one, rooted in the timeless landscape of the Orkneys, the inspiration of all his writing.
Persiana Easy: The BRAND NEW collection of over 100 super-simple recipes
by Sabrina Ghayour'Take a tasty trip from the Med to the Middle East with Sabrina Ghayour's effortless creations' ' - Mail on Sunday YOU MagazineA brand new collection of inspiring recipes from Sunday Times bestselling author Sabrina Ghayour - each designed to be as easy as possible.Every recipe in Persiana Easy make irresistible Middle Eastern flavours simple. From midweek meals and traybakes to pastries and sweet treats, every recipe is accompanied by a photograph to make beautiful cookery easier than ever.CONTENTS INCLUDE:Dips, Snacks and Light Bites including Sweet Potato, Basil and Feta Dip; Crispy Za'atar Salt and Pepper Prawns; Popcorn HalloumiBread and Pastry: including Turkish Pide Bread; Easy Bake Bagels(ish); Fig, Goat Cheese, Thyme and Honey RollsSalads: including Smoked Aubergine Salad with Pickled Chillies and Feta; Duck and Pomegranate Salad with Honey Pomegranate Sauce; Broad Bean, Pea, Orange and Goats Cheese SaladMidweek Meals: including Lamb Kofta Patties with Yogurt and Burnt Orange; Butterflied Orange Paprika Butter Chicken; Shish KebabComfort Food: including Turkish Lentil Soup; Couscous Royale with Spiced Lamb Shanks; Orange Spiced Pork with Charred Spring Onions and PineappleRoasts and Traybakes: including Spiced Saffron Chicken Kebabs; Tray-baked Harissa Lamb Chops; Baked Meatballs with Tomato, Harissa and FetaVegetables and Side Dishes: including Hot and Sour Green Beans; Mashed Chickpeas with Spice Oil; Stuffed Baby Peppers with Date Couscous and FetaSweet Treats: including Citrus and Spice Almond Tart; Bokaj; Apple BorekPraise for Sabrina Ghayour:'Sabrina Ghayour's Middle-Eastern plus food is all flavour, no fuss - and makes me very, very happy' - Nigella Lawson'I don't think she could write a dull recipe if she tried. Every one an elegantly spiced delight.' - Tom Parker Bowles'The golden girl of Persian cookery' - Observer'Chef Sabrina Ghayour's new recipes deliver maximum flavour with the greatest of ease - perfect for busy lives' - Sainsbury's MagazinePersiana Everyday was a Sunday Times bestseller in Weeks 32, 34 and 38 of 2022.
Jane Austen for Every Day of the Year
by Tara RichardsonJane Austen for Every Day of the Year is a charming collection of 366 quotes and short passages drawn from Jane Austen's novels, with excerpts from her intimate, witty letters scattered throughout. This book is perfect for reading or sharing and brings you passages from Jane Austen's best-loved classics alongside the lesser-known works. Packed full of witty remarks and wry observations, this is the perfect companion to inspire laughter and spark delightful conversation - a gift to treasure all year long.Some of the most-loved quoted lines include:'It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.' Pride and Prejudice'There is no charm equal to tenderness of heart.' Emma'Know your own happiness. You want nothing but patience - or give it a more fascinating name, call it hope.' Sense and SensibilityJane Austen, celebrated for her keen observations of social manners and romantic entanglements, is best known for classics such as Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility and Emma. Next year marks the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth, and this celebratory collection - with beautiful vintage line illustrations - is the perfect gift for every Austen fan.
Minibeasts (Animal Stats)
by Simon AbbottDo you think you're a minibeast expert? Get the stats on the BIGGEST, the smallest, the fastest, the LOUDEST and much more!Packed with fascinating facts, stats and data, curious kids will be amazed to learn about the millions of minibeast species that share our planet, as well as habitats, ecosystems and life cycles, super senses and how bugs are so important to a healthy planet. Simon Abbott's fun characters draw in curious minds by answering the science and numeracy questions kids want to know, with the super-impressive answers found in nature!The Animal Stats series features accessible text paired with bright, colourful artwork, ideal for readers aged 6+, and includes a creature quiz at the back of the book to test their knowledge. Other titles in the series include Animals, Sea Life and Dinosaurs.
Chemistry for Young Scientists (Your Expert Guide #2)
by Dr Dr Kit ChapmanFrom a top expert in the world of science comes this definitive and clear guide to chemistry, published in partnership with the Royal Society of Chemistry.In Your Expert Guide: Chemistry for Young Scientists, discover the foundations of this crucial and exciting branch of science. Learn to think like a chemist, stay safe in the lab and explore the chemical building blocks of everything around you - from the air we breathe and the water we drink, to rockets, smartphones, stars and our bodies. Get an expert view of how chemistry underpins our understanding of matter on Earth and beyond!Written by Dr Kit Chapman, award-winning science journalist, academic at Falmouth University and global science communicator. Published in partnership with The Royal Society of Chemistry, the internationally renowned nonprofit organisation with the same mission since 1841: to advance excellence in the chemical sciences. With approachable artwork by Dao Linh, see the elements come alive for curious readers aged 8+.Books in the Your Expert Guide series:With Royal Society of Chemistry: The Periodic Table / Chemistry for Young ScientistsWith Royal Society of Biology: The Human Body / Biology for Young ScientistsWith Institute of Physics: The Universe / Physics for Young Scientists
The Empty Cradle: A completely gripping and chilling suspense novel, with a shocking twist
by Lisa RookesAmy's so sure that her husband, Joel, is deeply invested in their future together. After all, it's his dream of a family together that has them trying so hard to have a baby, despite a series of disappointments. It's this certainty that leaves Amy absolutely floored when she learns of Joel's affair with her best friend.Heartbroken and horrified, Amy flees to a dilapidated cottage in a Yorkshire village, a place she'd bought with dreams of making it feel homey and warm. In the new village, she feels like a clear outsider, but a group of local women soon take her under their wing. They gather for a routine book club, they say. Before Amy knows it, these women are in her life, and in her home. Amy wakes one night to find herself outside in the fields. Strange offerings seem to be left on her doorstep. And the surveillance camera she installs shows shapes creeping around her house in the night. Strangest of all, she suddenly finds she's pregnant. A pregnancy that feels like a cruel joke.The book club is incredibly invested in Amy's pregnancy. And it might just be in Amy's mind, but the women's interest doesn't always seem safe. What do the women want with her? And what do they want with her baby?
The Pug who wanted to go to School (The Pug Who Wanted to... #14)
by Bella SwiftPeggy the pug is ready to be the teacher's pet!It's the end of the summer holidays and the children are heading back to school. But Peggy's best friend, Chloe, is nervous about joining a new class this year. Peggy wishes she could help reassure Chloe. If only she could find a way to go to school too, but dogs aren't allowed . . .Can Peggy teach them all a lesson?With adorable black and white illustrations throughout, this heartwarming Peggy the Pug story is perfect for the back to school season.
Wonders of the Moon: Exploring the greatness of our cosmic companion
by Professor Raman PrinjaThe must-have read for the next generation of Moon-landers, from international-award-winning author Professor Raman Prinja, Jan Bielecki and Royal Observatory Greenwich - explore the science of our cosmic companion and the wonder of how we get there.For the first time in over 50 years, humans are setting foot on the Moon again. Wonders of the Moon is the perfect companion for this historic moment, filled with key science learning as well as up-close details of the Moon and the amazing tech that carries us there. From the Artemis missions, to the enormous potential of the vast swathes of water ice on the Moon, readers age 9+ will learn so much about the brightest light in their night sky. The book is part of a visually stunning series that takes an authoritative look at fascinating topics, including: Wonders of the Night Sky / The Future of the Universe / The Wonders of Time / Wonders of the Mind
Taking Apart a T. rex: ... to find out how it works! (Inside Info #5)
by Chris OxladePeel back, take apart and get inside the awesome science of a T. rex, then put it back together again!Inside Info: Taking Apart a T. rex is full of the razor-sharp, super-sturdy and essential structures that made up this fierce predator. From the innermost to the outermost body bits - including the interior of its tough bones, its surprisingly small brain and its layers of protective skin - we get to know the parts and processes that kept a T. rex running. Finally, see how we know so much about the T. rex's insides through the amazing science of palaeontology putting the pieces together.Contents include: The world of T. rex / Inside a T. rex / Skeleton / Leg bones / Slicing into a Bone / Muscles / Inside its head / T. rex mouth (teeth, tongue and jaw) / T. rex brain / T. rex sense organs / T. rex's Torso / Inside an egg / Putting a T. rex togetherInside Info is a stylish and engrossing series of books diving into the layers of things kids are curious about - giving them the chance to pull it all apart and put it back together again, while learning STEM fundamentals! Full of cross-sections, cutaways, exploded diagrams, labels, jokes and easter-egg details for the curious reader aged 7+ to discover.The series presents the Inside Info of: A Supercar, A Rocket, A Rollercoaster, A T. rex, The Human Body and A Coral Reef
Seven Rivers: A Journey Through the Currents of Human History
by Vanessa TaylorRivers are the great natural arteries that run through our lives. We have navigated them, dammed them and worshipped at them. From the ancient ecosystems of Egypt to the sinking cities of Shanghai and London, what we do with our rivers tells us about who has power and what we value. Now, when a passion for wild swimming is flourishing but the Amazon is on fire and some of our major river systems are dying, it has never been clearer that rivers are intertwined with humanity at our best and our worst. Seven Rivers is story of the Nile, Danube, Niger, Mississippi, Ganges, Yangtze and the Thames. It is a story of imperial frontiers, alluvial gold, kidnappings, slavery, anticolonialism and creation myths. It is about those who've lived and died on these rivers and their endless capacity for invention: their lotus pools and hanging gardens, their gigantic canal systems and elaborate fishing rituals, their absolute powers and their sly rebellions. At its heart are the empire-builders of the Chinese dynasties, Romans and Hindus and their river gods, the Habsburgs and Ottomans, Mughal emperors, the people of the Niger from Mali's golden age to today, struggles of life and death on the Mississippi, and the dethroning of the British on the rivers of their unruly imperial subjects. This is the story of us, in seven rivers.
Get Connected: The story of communication
by Kay BarnhamThis is the fascinating story of communication, from hieroglypics to semaphore and body language to text messages, but it also shows how important connecting with others is for our mental health and wellbeing.Covering the history of communication, such as writing, languages, senses, animal communication, public speaking and right up to the present-day technological advances, this bright and bold book is full of information. Staying connected helps us to feel happier. But that's not all. Research has shown that connecting with others doesn't just help us to be happier. Amazingly, it helps us to be healthier too. Human connection can actually strengthen our immune systems, so we're better able to fight illness.So why not read more about getting connected now!Supports the science and PSHE curriculums. For the IBACC, it supports 'Using technology to connect across cultures and regions'.
Beside the Ocean of Time
by George Mackay Brown George Mackay-BrownWITH A NEW FOREWORD BY AMY LIPTROTSHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE 1994WINNER OF THE SALTIRE SOCIETY LITERARY AWARD 1994'Intimate, humorous, effortlessly combining the strands of history and folklore, the past and the present, this is a deceptively simple book, like a tale told to a child. But its echoes sound on unforgettably. A whole universe is created from a grain of Orkney sand' IndependentIn this novel set on the fictitious island of Norday in the Orkneys, George Mackay Brown beckons us into the imaginary world of the young Thorfinn Ragnarson, the son of a crofter. In his day-dreams he relives the history of this island people, travelling back in time to join Viking adventurers at the court of the Byzantine Emperor in Constantinople, then accompanying a Falstaffian knight to the battle of Bannockburn.Thorfinn wakes to the twentieth century and a community whose way of life, steeped in legend and tradition, has remained unchanged for centuries. But as the boy grows up - and falls in love with a vivacious and mysterious stranger - the transforming effect of modern civilization brings momentous and irreversible changes to the island. During the Second World War Thorfinn finds himself in a German prisoner-of-war camp, and it is here that he discovers his gifts as a writer.Long afterwards he returns, now a successful novelist, to a deserted and battle-scarred island. Searching for the peace and freedom of mind he had in abundance as a child, he finds instead something he didn't even know he was looking for.George Mackay Brown intertwines myth and reality to create a novel of deceptive simplicity. The story of Thorfinn and the island of Norday is a universal and profound one, rooted in the timeless landscape of the Orkneys, the inspiration of all his writing.
Seven Rivers: A Journey Through the Currents of Human History
by Vanessa TaylorRivers are the great natural arteries that run through our lives. We have navigated them, dammed them and worshipped at them. From the ancient ecosystems of Egypt to the sinking cities of Shanghai and London, what we do with our rivers tells us about who has power and what we value. Now, when a passion for wild swimming is flourishing but the Amazon is on fire and some of our major river systems are dying, it has never been clearer that rivers are intertwined with humanity at our best and our worst. Seven Rivers is story of the Nile, Danube, Niger, Mississippi, Ganges, Yangtze and the Thames. It is a story of imperial frontiers, alluvial gold, kidnappings, slavery, anticolonialism and creation myths. It is about those who've lived and died on these rivers and their endless capacity for invention: their lotus pools and hanging gardens, their gigantic canal systems and elaborate fishing rituals, their absolute powers and their sly rebellions. At its heart are the empire-builders of the Chinese dynasties, Romans and Hindus and their river gods, the Habsburgs and Ottomans, Mughal emperors, the people of the Niger from Mali's golden age to today, struggles of life and death on the Mississippi, and the dethroning of the British on the rivers of their unruly imperial subjects. This is the story of us, in seven rivers.
As Leeds Go Marching On: A History of Leeds United Through Stories, Stats and Trivia
by Jonny CooperAs any Leeds United fan will tell you, following the Whites is certainly never boring. Almost as famous for their periods of chaos as for their moments of glory, over the years supporters have been left exhilarated and exasperated in equal measure - whilst remaining one of the most passionate fanbases in the world.Now, as Leeds celebrate their return to the Premier League, renowned Opta statistician and lifelong fan Jonny Cooper digs into the numbers and stats to present an alternative history of the club, from the glory of the Revie years right through to lifting the Championship trophy under Daniel Farke - via the title win of 92, never-ending play-off heartbreak, a brief visit to League One and, of course, the Marcelo Bielsa era.With a unique blend of stats and analysis, quirky insights, player records and a view from the terraces, this treasure trove of trivia is full of the good, the bad and the downright weird from the world of Leeds United. A football book unlike any other, this is the ultimate celebration of one of England's most historic - and unique - clubs.INCLUDES THE STORY OF THE 2024-25 PROMOTION SEASON
Rook & Rebel: The addictive, dark romcom that took Booktok by storm! (The Mavericks)
by Kate CrewA dark revenge romance with tattooed bikers, hilarious banter, high speeds, and high heat. Hold on tight for a hell of a ride! 🏍️ Stalker romcom🏍️ Biker romance🏍️ Morally grey MMC🏍️ Found family🏍️ Revenge 🏍️ Opposites attract---------------------- I used to have big dreams.Finish college, make beautiful art, and take over my dad's business. But his illness wasn't part of the plan. Neither was his sudden need to keep me locked up in his mansion. Until one night, I came face-to-face with a street biker. Rook Emberson is everything I should fear, yet he's the only one who's ever made me feel alive.But loving him means risking everything.Revenge has always been my plan.I've spent years plotting the perfect way to take back everything Regan Fletcher's father stole from me. When fate puts us together, I know I've found the key to his destruction. Regan is everything I didn't expect, and my plans begin to unravel. What starts as a twisted game of vengeance turns into an obsession.The lines between love and vengeance blur, and I'm not sure where one ends and the other begins.
False Idols: Escape to LA with this unmissable book club thriller for fans of Emma Cline
by Karla Marie Sweet'A fascinating look at the intoxicating world of cults and their charismatic leaders' Stylist'A very, very smart thriller . . . highly addictive and exquisitely written' Joanna Cannon'A summer read that's also dark, compulsive, and captivating' Louise BeechANYTHING CAN BE DANGEROUS IN THE WRONG HANDS.Sadie's been adrift, looking for an escape from her new house and old memories, when a chance encounter leads her to one of the most exclusive wellness classes in LA.At first she's sceptical, but the classes - and the attention of its magnetic leader, Lilith - are transformative, other-worldly, completely addictive.No one in Sadie's life understands that Deep Flow isn't a cult, but a community. One that offers the chance to feel powerful in her own body again, maybe even a way to finally let go of her past.But when the sisterhood, and Sadie's place within it, comes under threat, the hidden cost of being part of Lilith's inner circle becomes clear.What would Sadie risk to prove her loyalty?A searing look at power and exploitation in the wellness industry, False Idols is an unflinching, compulsive thriller by a captivating new voice in fiction - perfect for fans of Celeste Ng and Emma Cline.READERS ARE HOOKED ON FALSE IDOLS:'Such a great read, and I loved how Sadie's past was revealed . . . what is she running from?' Prima'An intriguing and compelling look into the sinister side of the wellness industry' Heat'Sharp, timely, and full of drama . . . packed with twists, ambition and scandal' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Wow! I cannot remember the last time I was so hooked . . . the perfect example of a psychological thriller' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A sharply observed psychological thriller . . . smart, compelling, and emotionally charged' The Voice'I absolutely devoured this book . . . from one reader to another, I strongly recommend' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A moving and entertaining book about the desperation to heal and belong, and the dangerous places shame can lead you to' Charlotte Paradise
Among the Giants: A Year at Kew's Arboretum
by Kew GardensStretching across two-thirds of the Gardens, the arboretum at Kew surrounds the glasshouses in a leafy enclave to walk, wander and discover nature's beauty. The 12,000 trees rooted in the arboretum represent more than 2,000 species, including rare and ancient varieties. This great collection contains trees as old as the Gardens themselves, many that cannot be found anywhere else in Britain.But who looks after these vast landscapes?Introducing the Tree Gang - Kew's team of eight who work tirelessly throughout the year to maintain this rare collection.In this new book from Kew, you'll discover the fascinating work of the Tree Gang: the team of eight that care for the trees at Kew. Going behind the scenes, you'll learn more about life at Kew from the people who tend and care for the Gardens - from the daily tree assessments to the intermittent tree felling. As the climate becomes more variable, the gang's work is ever more crucial as they brace for the storms ahead.AMONG THE GIANTS weaves together heartwarming stories alongside the fascinating life of trees. This book will inspire you to learn from the experts, and grow an appreciation for the trees around you.
Peacemakers
by Margaret MacMillanWITH A NEW FOREWORD BY MAX HASTINGSWINNER OF THE DUFF COOPER PRIZE 2001WINNER OF THE PEN HESSELL TILTMAN PRIZE 2002WINNER OF THE SAMUEL JOHNSON PRIZE 2003'A ground-breaking book . . . The story of Europe's diplomatic meltdown has never been better told' Spectator'Enjoyable and illuminating . . . MacMillan is that wonderful combination - an academic and scholar who writes well, with a marvellous clarity of thought' ANTONY BEEVOR, The TimesBetween January and July 1919, after the war to end all wars, men and women from all over the world converged on Paris for the Peace Conference. At its heart were the leaders of the three great powers - Woodrow Wilson, Lloyd George and Clemenceau. Kings, prime ministers and foreign ministers with their crowds of advisers rubbed shoulders with journalists and lobbyists for a hundred causes - from Armenian independence to women's rights. Everyone had business in Paris that year - T.E. Lawrence, Queen Marie of Romania, Maynard Keynes, Ho Chi Minh. There had never been anything like it before, and there never has been since.For six extraordinary months the city was effectively the centre of world government as the peacemakers wound up bankrupt empires and created new countries. They pushed Russia to the sidelines, alienated China and dismissed the Arabs, struggled with the problems of Kosovo, of the Kurds, and of a homeland for the Jews.The peacemakers, so it has been said, failed dismally; failed above all to prevent another war. Margaret MacMillan argues that they have unfairly been made scapegoats for the mistakes of those who came later. They tried to be evenhanded, but their goals - to make defeated countries pay without destroying them, to satisfy impossible nationalist dreams, to prevent the spread of Bolshevism and to establish a world order based on democracy and reason - could not be achieved by diplomacy. Peacemakers offers a prismatic view of the moment when much of the modern world was first sketched out.
The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano
by Olaudah EquianoWITH A FOREWORD BY DAVID OLUSOGAThis is the extraordinary story of Olaudah Equiano: Child slave. Soldier. Free man. Traveller. Abolitionist. Celebrity. Kidnapped as a child into slavery, Equiano spent the rest of his life fighting for his freedom. After years of slavery, working on ships that carried him across empire and into battle during the Seven Years War, he eventually managed to purchase his own freedom, and went on to become a leading figure in the early abolition movement.Published to coincide with the first attempt to abolish the slave trade in 1789, Equiano's remarkable autobiography became a sensation and turned its author into the most famous Black person in Georgian Britain. As vivid and powerful today as it was in 1789, Equiano's story is the most significant autobiographical account of slavery to emerge from Britain's centuries as a slave trading power. In this JM Classics edition, leading historian David Olusoga's introduction sets Equiano's book in its historical context, helping us to understand the man himself.
Spiritual Tattoo Symbols: A Directory of Sacred Symbols and their Meanings
by Alison DaviesAn inspirational sourcebook of over 500 spiritual designs. Body art has been a means of self-expression throughout the world for thousands of years, encompassing emblems of protection or connection, personal empowerment, transformation and enlightenment.From minimalist line work to flora, fauna and mythology, this book offers a huge range of tattoo designs - and explains the meaning, history and cultural provenance of each symbol.Meticulously researched and beautifully illustrated, this is an essential reference for tattoo artists and anyone seeking a design with profound meaning.
Elmet
by Fiona MozleyWITH A NEW FOREWORD BY DONAL RYAN'A quiet explosion of a book, exquisite and unforgettable' The Economist'A cleverly constructed rural Gothic fable . . . Elmet is a marvellous achievement' TLS'Hansel and Gretel meets The Godfather' Sunday TimesDaniel is heading north. He is looking for someone. The simplicity of his early life with Daddy and Cathy has turned menacing and fearful. They lived apart in the house that Daddy built for them in the woods with his bare hands. They foraged and hunted.Cathy was more like their father: fierce and full of simmering anger. Daniel was more like their mother: gentle and kind. Sometimes, their father disappeared, and would return with a rage in his eyes. But when he was at home, he was at peace. He told them that the little copse in Elmet was theirs alone. But that wasn't true. Local men, greedy and watchful, began to circle like vultures. All the while, the terrible violence in Daddy grew.Brutal and beautiful in equal measure, Elmet is a compelling portrayal of a family living on the fringes of contemporary society, as well as a gripping exploration of the disturbing actions people are capable of when pushed to their limits.SHORTLISTED FOR THE MAN BOOKER PRIZE 2017SHORTLISTED FOR THE PFD/SUNDAY TIMES YOUNG WRITER OF THE YEAR AWARDWINNER OF A SOMERSET MAUGHAM AWARDWINNER OF THE POLARI FIRST BOOK PRIZE 2018