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How To Seal Your Own Fate  The much-anticipated sequel to How To Solve Your Own Murder Annie thought the murders were over. She was wrong. It is autumn in Castle Knoll and Annie Adams is busy settling into her new home. She doesn't find Gravesdown Hall particularly cosy, especially since she found two dead bodies there over the summer. What's more, ever since she arrived in the village, Annie has had the creeping sense she's being watched. Lonely, and desperate for some company, Annie starts talking to a stranger she meets in the grounds of the estate. The striking old woman introduces herself as Peony Lane, the fortune-teller who predicted Great Aunt Frances' murder all those years ago. And now she has a fortune to tell Annie. Desperate not to fall into the same trap as Frances, Annie flees Peony Lane, refusing to hear any of her grim predictions. But she can't outrun Peony for long, as hours later she finds her, dead on the floor of Gravesdown Hall, a ruby-hilted dagger plunged into her back. But who killed the mysterious fortune teller and why? And can Frances' library of evidence help Annie solve the case? ************************************** EVERYONE LOVES HOW TO SOLVE YOUR OWN MURDER 'Warm, clever and wildly original' Elly Griffiths 'Delightfully refreshing' Daily Mail 'Stuffed with secrets and surprises . . . a terrific read' J. M. Hall 'Sharply observed . . . vivid characterisation and theatrical plotting' Sunday Independent 'A puzzling whodunnit, with plenty of action and some VERY funny one liners' Jennie Godfrey 'Plenty of twists and red herrings . . . entertaining' Guardian 'I so enjoyed this smart, original murder mystery' Beth O' Leary 'Ridiculously fun . . . unputdownable . . . One to savour for fans of Only Murders in The Building' My Weekly 'A deliciously inventive new take on the classic murder mystery' Bobby Palmer 'Intriguing . . . skilful storytelling . . . a compelling read' Daily Mirror 'Fresh, unconventional . . . charming and multilayered' Sarah Penner 'A masterclass in the art of mystery' Elle Cosimano 'I loved it . . . an utterly charming whodunnit' Karma Brown 'A brilliant and masterful whodunnit' Liv Constantine  'If you loved Hot Fuzz, or binged Only Murders in the Building, this one is for you!' Samuel Burr 'A bright, fresh and natural voice' Jessica Bull

The Conditions Of Will THE BRAND NEW NOVEL FROM THE AUTHOR OF TIKTOK SENSATION MAGNOLIA PARKS **** Featuring stunning illustrated endpapers by Emmy Lawless exclusive to the UK hardback edition. **** London-based Georgia Carter, professional lie-detector and body-language savant, has long been estranged from her infuriating, close-minded, wealthy South Carolina family. After a falling-out years ago, the chasm runs deep between the black sheep - Georgia and her gay, alcoholic brother - and their parents and elder siblings. But when their father dies suddenly, Georgia returns to the States for the funeral ... where she comes face-to-face with Sam Penny, her brother's AA sponsor. Amid the tensions, dramas and revelations of the family reunion, Georgia and Sam are instantly drawn to each other. However, Georgia's brother also harbours feelings for Sam, and the last thing Georgia wants to do is hurt the only family she's ever really had. When their father's will reveals a surprising bequest to a mysterious stranger, Georgia's ability to read people becomes crucial in unravelling her father's hidden past. The delicate balance within the family teeters, and secrets - both old and new - threaten to push them beyond the breaking point. There are only so many cracks a damaged family can take before it shatters.

Bounce Back: A Graphic Novel Lilico’s life in Japan is going well. She has great friends and is the captain of the school’s basketball team. She’s happy! Then comes her parents’ news: they’re moving to America! Lilico finds herself in New York, forced to start all over. And that won’t be easy with her closest friends thousands of miles away and a school bully who dislikes her. Luckily, anime-loving Nala and Henry eventually befriend Lilico and with help from them—along with her guardian spirit who looks a lot like her cat, Nicco—Lilico just might figure out where she fits in.

The Wizard Of Oz Follow the yellow brick road to the land of Oz with Dorothy and her friends! We all know the movie and storyline well. But have you ever read the original novel? Influenced by the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen, L. Frank Baum created this classic story and fantasy using the dream of young Dorothy on her journey home to demonstrate the theme of good vs. evil.  Throughout her adventure, she encounters several newfound friends: a scarecrow, a tin woodman, and a cowardly lion. They traverse the land of Oz together by following the famous yellow brick road to the stunning Emerald City. Though they encounter surprises along the way, what they find in the Emerald City shocks them.  Featuring colorful sprayed edges and a heat-burnished cover with foil stamping, this edition of The Wizard of Oz is a stylish addition to your bookshelf.

Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson is a nineteenth-century novel that set the tone for many pirate stories that followed. It is perhaps the most iconic pirate story of all time, written in 1881. The story follows young Jim Hawkins, who comes into possession of a treasure map and embarks on a journey to find the pirate treasure. Along the way, he faces challenges that test his morality and he ultimately undergoes a coming-of-age journey that has captivated readers for generations. This classic tale is filled with adventure and excitement, making it a timeless favorite for readers of all ages. This edition features colorful sprayed edges and a beautifully designed cover, making it a stylish addition to any bookshelf.

Spirited Away Film Comic: All-In-One EditionFantasy and adventure await in this book based on the winner of the 2002 Academy Award® for Best Animated Feature! Chihiro’s family is moving to a new house, but when they stop on the way to explore an abandoned village, her parents undergo a mysterious transformation and Chihiro is whisked into a world of fantastic spirits ruled over by the sorceress Yubaba. Put to work in a magical bath house for spirits and demons, Chihiro must use all her wits to survive in this strange new place, find a way to free her parents and return to the normal world. Experience one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most critically acclaimed animated films in a deluxe hardcover volume!

Return To Blood PRE-ORDER CARVED IN BLOOD, THE BRAND NEW MICHAEL BENNETT NOVEL, COMING SPRING 2025. FROM THE AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR OF BETTER THE BLOOD COMES ANOTHER CASE FOR NEW ZEALAND'S BEST INVESTIGATOR, HANA WESTERMAN. ‘Another cracking, page-turning journey into another culture’ VAL McDERMID Two murders. Two decades apart.One chance to get justice. Hana Westerman has left Auckland and her career as a detective behind her. Settled in a quiet coastal town, all she wants is a fresh start. The discovery of a skeleton in the dunes near her house changes everything. The remains are those of a young Māori woman who went missing four years before, and Hana has a connection to the case. Twenty years ago, a schoolfriend of hers was found buried in the exact same spot. Her killer died in prison, but did the police get the wrong man? And if he was innocent, then why did he plead guilty? No longer part of the Criminal Investigation Branch, Hana turns to her ex-husband Jaye, a high-flying Detective Inspector, for help. But when he cuts her out of the investigation, she realises that she will have to find the answers she needs on her own. But in digging deeper, she sets herself on a potentially fatal collision course with a killer. ‘The vivid picture of ethnic cultural life alone marks out the book as special, but it’s Bennett’s control of a tense narrative that is key’ Financial Times ‘Evocative’ Crime Monthly ‘A confident, convincing work in a crowded genre’ NZ Listener ‘A powerful novel that stays in the mind long after it is finished’ Jeff Popple

Moby-Dick Herman Melville's classic seafaring adventure has been a favorite of readers for generations. “Call me Ishmael” is the iconic opening line of Herman Melville’s classic American novel Moby-Dick. Ishmael is a seaman aboard the whaling vessel Pequod, under the vengeful captain Ahab. Maniacally seeking retribution from the great white sperm whale called Moby-Dick—the whale responsible for the captain’s missing leg—Ahab leads the crew on a quest to kill the infamous beast. A fictional work based on actual events, Moby-Dick is a classic that has been enjoyed for generations, and this edition featuring colorful sprayed edges and a heat-burnished cover with foil stamping makes it a stylish addition to your bookshelf.

Little Women by Louisa May Alcott tells the story of the four March sisters as they come of age in 1860s New England. When Little Women was first published in 1868, it quickly became an instant bestseller. The book's gentle lessons and charming story of four adventurous sisters coming of age in Civil War-era New England was originally written for children, but it captured the hearts and attention of readers of all ages. Featuring colorful sprayed edges and a heat-burnished cover with foil stamping, this edition of Little Women is a stylish addition to any bookshelf.

Crime And Punishment This classic novel has it all: murder, suspense, passion, struggle, and redemption. Originally published in 1866, Crime and Punishment is a psychological thriller that deals with issues of morality, conscience, and redemption. Widely considered to be one of the greatest novels written in any language, it explores the life of Rodin Raskolnikov, a young Russian man who robs and murders a pawnbroker to save himself from a life of poverty. As a consequence, he must deal with the oppressive mental anguish of being a criminal while attempting to maintain relationships with his friends and family. Featuring colorful sprayed edges and a heat-burnished cover with foil stamping, this edition of Crime and Punishment is a stylish addition to your bookshelf.

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass capture all the whimsical "muchness" of Wonderland in one book. Follow Alice as she goes down the rabbit hole to explore Wonderland, where she enjoys tea with the Mad Hatter, navigates with the Cheshire Cat, and plays croquet with the Queen of Hearts. On the other side of the looking-glass, Alice meets Tweedledee and Tweedledum, the White Queen, and a variety of other characters that inhabit a different reality. This beautifully crafted volume in the collectible Word Cloud Classics series features colorful sprayed edges, a heat-burnished cover with foil stamping, and charming illustrations by Sir John Tenniel.