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'Did you know in Tudor times all the brothels were south of the river in Southwark and it was only much later that they moved up this way to Soho. Stews, they were called then.' Pungent, steamy, insatiable Soho; the only part of London that truly never sleeps. Tourists dawdling, chancers...

In late 2000, a young boy in Ahmedabad dreams of owning a business. To accommodate his friends' passion, he opens a cricket shop. However, nothing comes easily in a turbulent city. To realise their goals, they will have to face it all - religious politics, calamities, unacceptable love and, above all, their own mistakes. Will they make it? Can an individual's dreams overcome the nightmares of real life? Can we succeed despite mistakes?

Anna and Tom, an expat couple, have fashioned a dream life for themselves in Berlin. They are young digital "creatives" exploring the excitements of the city, freelancers without too many constraints, who spend their free time cultivating house plants and their images online. At first, they reasonably deduce that they've turned their passion for aesthetics into a viable, even enviable career, but the years go by, and Anna and Tom grow bored.

Javid - call him Jay - is a dope dealer living in West London. He goes to mosque on Friday, and he's just bought his pride and joy - a BMW. He lives with his mum, and life seems sweet. But his world is about to turn upside down. Because MI5 have been watching him, and they think he's just the man they need for a delicate mission. One thing's for sure: now he's a long way east of Hounslow, Jay's life will never be the same again.

A BRAND NEW gripping gangland thriller from Gillian Godden! Perfect for fans of Kimberley Chambers and Martina Cole 🔥 Alex Silva has done his time. Now, he just wants a fresh start. After years behind bars, Alex is finally free and determined to go straight. No more trouble, no more...

A BRAND NEW gripping, gangland thriller from Kerry Kaya that will have your heart in your mouth from the very first page! Blood binds, betrayal burns... Reeling from the savage murder of his youngest brother Dylan, Damien Vickers wants answers. His first stop is the notorious Carter Family...

Already the gateway for illegal Canadian liquor during Prohibition, the Motor City becomes a crucible for American class conflict during the Great Depression, with an army of laid off Ford workers drifting into the ranks of the burgeoning union movement—Henry Ford's worst nightmare. To keep...

All Anna wants is to be able to sleep. But crushing insomnia, terrifying night terrors and memories of that terrible night are making it impossible. If only she didn’t feel so guilty. To escape her past, Anna takes a job at a hotel on the remote Scottish island of Rum, but when seven guests join her, what started as a retreat from the world turns into a deadly nightmare. Each of the guests has a secret, but one of them is lying—about who they are and why they're on the island. There's a murderer staying in the Bay View hotel. And they've set their sights on Anna.

'Without doubt, a future classic' DAISY BUCHANAN 'Funny and charming' HOLLY GRAMAZIO Bryony doesn't actually mind being single. So she doesn't understand why she keeps seeing (ok, sleeping with) Ed, who is perfectly fine, but also only okay. After developing the ick on their fifth date, she...

Dangerous Games is the first book in the Tony Lambrianu gangster series by Gillian Godden. This is a tale of selfishness, cruelty, love and betrayal. But who will be the ultimate winner? Since being taken from his home by his mother in the middle of the night, fighting for survival is all...

A fast-paced gangland thriller from bestselling author, Kerry Kaya Perfect for fans of Kimberley Chambers and Martina Cole. Once you're in, there’s only one way out... Tired of always doing the dirty work with little reward, Danny McKay wants out of the gangland life. But his boss, Freddie...

'leaves you with a smile on your face and a lingering desire to wander through the charming streets of Amsterdam yourself!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review ‘A gorgeous escapist read.’ – Holly Martin ‘Gorgeous setting. Wonderfully romantic. I loved this story!’ – Samantha Tonge One...

Grace can’t believe it when her husband of 25 years announces he doesn’t want to join her on their anniversary trip to Paris - instead, he wants a divorce. Reeling from the shock, Grace makes the bold decision to go on this holiday of a lifetime alone. Audrey leaves behind heartache of her own when she arrives in Paris. A job in a bookshop is her ticket to freedom, but with no money and no knowledge of the French language, her summer adventure seems doomed to fail. Until she meets Grace, and everything changes....

A dark and disturbing tale set at the turn of the 20th century, by the bestselling author of An Instance of the Fingerpost. The windswept isle of Houat, off the coast of Brittany, is no picturesque artists' colony. At the turn of the twentieth century, life is harsh and rustic. So why did Henry...

An emotional portrayal of the lives of four women as Valentine’s day approaches, in 1941 wartime London ‘Life brought enough problems and upsets for young hearts, especially young female hearts, without them having to carry the added burden of the war….’ Tilly is passionately in love with the dashing American journalist, Drew. But he is harbouring a secret that threatens their burgeoning love.

‘Broke me apart and also healed me at the same time!!!😭✨ … Beautiful … Heartwarming … Adorable … Made me feel warm and cozy … Touched my heart' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌸🌸🌸🌸 As the last petal falls, the final page is turned… Welcome to The Cherry Blossom Bookshop, a haven...

The TOP TEN bestselling Queen of Black Country sagas is back with a heart-breaking tale of friendship, families and survival against the odds. Thirteen-year-old Alice Truelove can’t take another day of her father’s cruelty. Better a life on the streets than being constantly blamed for her...

A gripping gangland thriller from BESTSELLER Gillian Godden. The Lambrianus are back 💎 and this could be their final showdown...💥 Every crown is paid for in blood... 👑 It’s the final showdown for the Lambrianu family, but will bad boy Adam reclaim his birthright or will the family...

Margo’s marriage, family and career are dangerously out of control. All she needs is a fresh start in a new house to get her dream life back on track. When the ideal home comes up, desperate measures are called for. A little stalking. Some trespassing. Befriending the owner. All reasonable...

TOP 20 BESTSELLER 🥂 A BRAND NEW uplifting and hilarious page-turner for fans of Fiona Gibson, Clare Pooley and Marian Keyes!‘A cosy, inspiring read of new love and fresh opportunities.’ Bestselling author Maddie Please ✨💙‘We’re leaving. And there’s nothing either of you can do...