From the acclaimed author of Sirens, damaged Detective Aidan Waits returns in a mind-bending new thriller that will have everyone asking “Who is the Smiling Man?”Aidan Waits is back on the night shift, the Manchester PD dumping ground for those too screwed-up for more glamorous work. But the monotony of petty crimes and lonesome nights is shattered when he and his partner are called to investigate a break-in The Palace, an immense, empty hotel in the cente...

Rule #1: Don't fall for your straight roommate.Rule #2: Definitely don't kiss him when he's questioning his sexuality for the first time.Too bad Ethan Rivera never was good at following rules.When struggling art student Jesse spills coffee during their apartment viewing, Ethan should probably choose a less clumsy roommate. When the younger man starts painting half-naked in the living room, boundaries should definitely be established...

Meet Mikio and the legendary Subway Skaters of Tokyo! Mikio and his crew flip, grind, and vanish like true Samurai, thrilling crowds and inspiring a new generation of skater heroes. But they aren’t just about wild tricks—they live by the ancient Samurai code, fighting for their city, their friends, and every lost animal in need.Packed with jaw-dropping stunts, secret skate battles, and a cast of unforgettable characters, this action-filled adventure is perfect for ...

A riveting thriller about a damaged undercover detective navigating a web of politicians, drug lords, missing persons, and his own flawed department, perfect for readers of Tana French, Don Winslow and Dennis Lehane.Infiltrating the inner circle of enigmatic criminal Zain Carver is dangerous enough. Pulling it off while also rescuing Isabelle Rossiter, a runaway politician’s daughter, from Zain’s influence? Impossible. That’s why Aidan Waits is the...

Embark on an extraordinary journey through the pages of The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 05. May 1896. Witness the world through the lens of intrepid explorers as they venture into uncharted territories. From the depths of the ocean to the summit of mountains, discover the wonders of nature, the diversity of cultures, and the marvels of human ingenuity. This unabridged edition offers a captivating glimpse into the past, providing a timeless record of our planet's beauty and the h...

"It was one thing to fantasize about evil, to reach into the darkness and play with it a little . . ."Rookie cop Carrie Santero has always been fascinated by serial killers. As a teenager, she wrote a letter to Charles Manson in prison—and received a chilling reply. Then she came face to face with a child murderer in her small Pennsylvania town, an encounter that haunts her to this day. Now, as a detective in training, she finally has her chance to make a differenc...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Two sensational unsolved crimes—one in the past, another in the present—are linked by one man’s memory and self-deception in this chilling novel of literary suspense from National Book Award finalist Dan Chaon.NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BYThe Wall Street Journal • NPR • The New York Times • Los Angeles Times • The Washington Post ...

Debut novelist Paul Robertson delivers a critically acclaimed page turner that thrusts an idealistic young man into the swirling vortex of a corrupt empire. When New England's premier powerbroker dies, his 28-year-old son Jason is surprised to find he is the sole heir. At first, Jason angrily rejects this billion-dollar bequest. But he's gradually seduced by the very power and prestige he despises. When he finally starts to right past wrongs, however, a series of murders sends him fleeing ...

Book one in the bestselling mystery series that brought to life an iconic literary antihero of subversion and schemesFletch, investigative reporter extraordinaire, can’t be bothered with deadlines or expense-account budgets when it comes to getting his story.Working undercover at the beach to dig up a drug-trafficking scheme for his next blockbuster piece, Fletch is invited into a much deeper narrative. Alan Stanwyk, CEO of Collins Aviation and all-around f...

‘A fast-paced, terrifying journey.’ RACHEL ABBOTT‘A born storyteller.’ PETER JAMES’Intense action and an enthralling female lead.’ L.A. LARKINThe SUNDAY TIMES bestseller returns with the second book in the PC Lucy Clayburn series – a must for all fans of Happy Valley and M.J. Arlidge.As a female cop walking the mean streets of Manchester, life can be tough for PC Lucy Clayburn. But when one ...

A Narey & Winter crime fiction novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author, Craig Robertson. Perfect for fans of Steve Cavanagh, Stuart MacBride, Mark Billingham and Ian Rankin.* Longlisted for the McIlvanney Prize 2018 *'Brilliantly and sensitively written' STEVE CAVANAGH'Brace yourself to be horrified and hooked' EVA DOLANA dawn raid on the home...

An intimate early novel from James A. Michener, now remembered as the beloved master of the historical epic, The Fires of Spring unfolds with the bittersweet drama of a boy’s perilous journey into manhood. David Harper is an orphan, seemingly doomed to loneliness and poverty. As an adolescent con artist and petty thief, David spends his days grifting at an amusement park, the place where he first learns about women and the mysteries of love. Soon he discovers that his longing to e...