Another unforgettable story, tying together past and present, from the bestselling author of The Forgotten Bookshop in Paris and The Royal LibrarianBerlin, 1933. The night skies are burning bright with huge bonfires of banned books. The Nazi party is swelling in number and Berlin is no longer a safe place for young Freya.She can only watch on, horrified, as her beloved city falls to fascism – and the usually law-abiding Freya is forced to make a choice: continue being a bystander, or sacrifice herself to save the lives of others…New York, present day. Maddie commutes home to her family to reset. Struggling to fully turn off from her work, she is surprised to come across a pre-war German diary amongst her Grandpa’s things. And when she starts to dig into the diary, Maddie’s shocked by what she finds.And so begins a journey that will take Maddie beyond America as she searches for the truth about Freya, and how she changed people’s lives across the globe…Readers can’t put down Daisy Wood's books!‘Amazing! Delightful! Perfection!’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I couldn’t put it down… utterly enthralling from start to finish!’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This is the best historical fiction I’ve read,’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I cannot stop talking about how much I love this book,’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A genuine pleasure,’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

EMILIA HART'S STUNNING NEW BOOK THE SIRENS IS OUT NOWTHE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLEROVER 700,000 COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDEAs seen on BBC’s BETWEEN THE COVERS'A bewitching debut. I can’t wait to see what Emilia Hart writes next' KATE MORTON‘A much-heralded epic’ OBSERVER‘Empowering’ GLAMOURThree women, five centuries, one spellbinding storyIn the present day, Kate flees a traumatic relationship to the Cumbrian cottage she inherited from her great-aunt; but the cottage hides secrets of its own.In 1942, Violet rebels against her father’s ideas of a ‘proper young lady’ … until he takes matters into his own hands.In 1619, Altha is on trial for witchcraft, implicated in the gruesome death of a local man.Three women they tried to cage – but Weyward women belong to the wild. And they cannot be tamed…Weyward was a Times bestseller w/e 18-02-2023.Emilia Hart's book 'The Sirens' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2025-02-17. Read more

THE NEW THRILLER FROM THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER1190 - Humble layman Will Bowman lives in the countryside with his pregnant wife, when soldiers from Richard Lionheart's army tear through his home. Will is beaten unconscious, and awakes to find his wife murdered, his farm burnt down, and his life forever changed. In vengeance, Will infiltrates Richard's army to find the marauding gang, and finds himself swept along in the march of the Crusades. With the help of new allies and fuelled by his loss, Will crosses Europe with the King's army.Can Will avenge his wife? Or will he be swept away by the unstoppable force of Richard's Crusade? Read more

The BRAND NEW spellbinding historical novel from bestseller Elena Collins, perfect for fans of Weyward, Outlander and Barbara Erskine ✨‘Heartbreaking and hopeful, it’s a brilliant read.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Nicola CornickA haunting cliffside inn. A centuries-old secret waiting to be uncovered...Now: When Megan’s father gets a letter containing a secret from the past, he asks her to go to the Cornish village of St Mawgen Cove to get to the bottom of the mystery. Megan is happy to take a holiday after a challenging year but as soon as she checks into The Ship Inn something feels amiss. There are noises in the room above, the locals tell tales of smugglers and shipwrecks and she can’t escape the story of the witch who waits and watches from the top of the cliff.1625: Susanna and her daughter Katel live a contented life, but without the protection of a husband and father, Susanna fears for Katel’s future as she blossoms into womanhood. The fishing community of St Mawgen Cove is close knit but when misfortune arrives in the cove, it’s not long before villagers are looking for someone to blame. And when talk turns to witches, Susanna knows she and Katel are no longer safe.Can Megan bring peace to St Mawgen and to two women who have been broken-hearted for centuries?An unforgettable historical mystery about secrets, longing and the power of a mother’s love. Love Lucinda Riley and Kate Mosse? READ THIS!Readers love Elena Collins:‘This is a wonderfully well-written book, atmospheric, immersive, heart-touching, heart-breaking.’‘Really well written book, love the history and the mystery surrounding the story, what sadness surrounds this lady of old, cannot wait for your next book Elena.’‘An enthralling blend of known fact, myth and imagination with believable characters, atmospheric descriptions and fascinating locations all told with warmth and compassion.’‘The brilliant story of Kate Ferrers was entrancing with all of the well written characters coming to life from the page in a thrilling tale of love, friendships and loss, magnificent!’‘Elena writes so cleverly and with good humour, I was gripped and couldn't wait to read more and have my imagination play me the story as I swept from page to page. 5 big shiny stars!!!!’Praise for Elena Collins:'The emotionally powerful story of Katherine Ferrers really gripped me and the spooky sightings of her ghost were spine-tingling. Elena writes so beautifully and weaves the threads of the stories together so masterfully. Both heartbreaking and hopeful, it’s a brilliant read.' Nicola Cornick'A wonderful book by a fabulous author. Very highly recommended.’ Louise Douglas'The Lady of The Loch held me spellbound from the first page to the last. With two storylines beautifully woven together to create a seamless tale of love, loss, betrayal and, above all, hope, it’s a must-read. Collins’s detailed knowledge of the period trickles through the tale wrapping the reader in a vivid shifting world as it moves between the 14th century and present day. Cleverly researched and exquisitely written, The Lady of The Loch is a timeless story of hope, family and love. I loved it.' Alexandra Walsh Read more

'Seldom is a book as funny, important and timely … I was laughing out loud at the same time as my blood was running cold' JOHN CLEESE ‘Viciously funny… an exhilarating satire’ THE TIMES'Merciless… a welcome distraction' ECONOMIST, Best Books of 2024What if calling someone stupid was illegal?In a reality not too distant from our own, the worst thing you can call someone is 'stupid'.Everyone is equally clever, and discrimination based on intelligence is 'the last great civil rights fight'. Exams and grades are discarded and you don't need a qualification to be a doctor.When best friends Pearson and Emory find themselves on opposing sides of this new culture war, their relationship begins to fracture. And soon, Pearson’s determination to cling onto the 'old, bigoted way of thinking' begins to endanger her job, her safety and even her family…Hilarious, deadpan and scathing, MANIA is a frighteningly plausible glimpse into what the world could become – or is already – from the pen of a master storyteller. Read more

The Fourth Clause is the much-anticipated sequel to No Easy Deeds — selected by Amazon as one of the top Kindle releases of 2024.1990 has not been a vintage year for Danny Monk — a cheating fiancée, redundancy, and then a harsh lesson in the downsides of home ownership.However, Danny’s life took a turn for the better after he secured a job as an estate agent. It was during his first week of employment that he visited a house on Echo Lane and met its owner, Mrs Weller. The mysterious Mrs Weller then made a too-good-to-be-true proposal.That proposal proved to be the very tip of a miraculous iceberg, as the house on Echo Lane offered more than scenic views and ample parking — seemingly, it also featured a time portal to the year 2024.Or did it?Despite his best efforts, Danny doesn’t achieve the happy ending he hoped for. Instead, he’s left with a head full of questions and a warning from Mrs Weller that their story is far from over. Ignoring that warning, Danny decides to put the insanity of Echo Lane behind him and move on with his life..However, Danny is about to discover that the future doesn’t appreciate being messed with. Nor, as it transpires, do certain figures in the present. Read more

Discover bestselling author Nicola Cornick’s brand-new heart-breaking historical tale of unforgettable courage, hidden secrets and lasting love, perfect for fans of Barbara Erskine, Philippa Gregory and Christina Courtenay.1715: With the country on the brink of rebellion, Dorothy Forster’s life at Bamburgh Hall is ruled by the men in her life – her feckless brothers stirring up trouble at court, her elderly father with his dangerous secrets and the man she loves who the world seems determined to keep her apart from. As tensions grow, Dorothy finds herself caught between the warring factions, danger everywhere. Then Dorothy discovers her family are the keepers of the legendary Rose, the talisman both sides believe will guarantee them victory in this deadly conflict. Now Dorothy will have to risk everything to keep the Rose safe; the fate of the country and the men she loves rests in her hands.Present Day: Hannah Armstrong has returned home to Bamburgh Hall for work but when she discovers that her stepmother Diana has been keeping worrying secrets, her focus shifts to getting to the truth. Their family home once belonged to heroic Dorothy Forster, whose portrait graces the walls and whose spirit lingers in her home, but soon Hannah learns that there was much more to this formidable woman. Because Dorothy left behind a mysterious legacy and it’s not long before Hannah realises it’s one people are willing to kill for. Now Hannah is in a race against time to unravel the secrets of the past before danger arrives at their door.Two women divided by time but bound by a centuries’ old mystery. Bestseller Nicola Cornick is back with a brand-new thrilling adventure, a heartbreaking love story and the unforgettable story of how the courage of one woman can save a family and even save a nation.Readers love Nicola Cornick:‘I so enjoy Nicola Cornick's masterful weaving of history and imagination, creating vivid stories that one remembers long after the last pages are turned. The author brings history to life in such an exciting and vivid way.’‘I read everything this author writes as I love, love LOVE her books! This is one of the best I’ve read. Some fascinating history (from a neglected period), fabulous characters on a journey of discovery, a hint of spookiness and a whole carriageful of rollicking romance.’‘Triumph as always from Nicola Cornick. no one creates such relatable characters and Intricate plots. I couldn't put this down and highly recommend it.’‘Nicola Cornick's novels are always a real treat. Her history is always accurate, but her research doesn't show - instead, you feel as if you're right there in the time period she's writing about… Loved the characters, the two timelines were woven together well, there was plenty of historical colour and lots of dramatic tension. Definite five stars from me.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Praise for Nicola Cornick:'Wow! I have no other word for this story which has totally blown me away – it is a master-class in timeslip writing and I loved it!' Christina Courtenay'I ended this book with tears in my eyes, so invested was I in the story of Rose Gwyn and her heroic Captain Forster. The 17th century is so alive on the page I could taste and smell it. A really wonderful read.' Jane Dunn‘What a fascinating story. I enjoyed every moment of it. Intriguing and with a lovely time-slippery twist’ Barbara Erskine on The Last Daughter Read more

***OUT NOW, PRECIPICE, THE THRILLING NEW NOVEL FROM ROBERT HARRIS***'A writer who handles suspense like a literary Alfred Hitchcock' Nelson MandelaApril, 1964. The naked body of an old man floats in a lake on the outskirts of Berlin. In one week it will be Adolf Hitler's 75th birthday. A terrible conspiracy is starting to unravel . . .'Robert Harris has created the whole structure of a totally corrupt society in a way that makes the flesh creep' Sunday Times'Powerful and chilling . . . convincing in every detail' Daily Telegraph'Clever and ingenious . . . its breeding is by Orwell, out of P.D. James, a detective story inside a future shock' Daily Mail Read more

The first book in the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling series set at the time of Queen Elizabeth IIn Elizabeth’s England, true faith can mean bloody murder…Oxford, 1583. A place of learning. And murderous schemes.The country is rife with plots to assassinate Queen Elizabeth and return the realm to the Catholic faith. Giordano Bruno is recruited by the queen’s spymaster and sent undercover to expose a treacherous conspiracy in Oxford – but his own secret mission must remain hidden at all costs.A spy under orders. A coveted throne under threat.When a series of hideous murders ruptures close-knit college life, Bruno is compelled to investigate. And what he finds makes it brutally clear that the Tudor throne itself is at stake…Perfect for fans of C. J. Sansom and Hilary MantelPraise for the Giordano Bruno series‘A delicious blend of history and thriller’ The Times‘An omnipresent sense of danger’ Daily Mail‘Colourful characters, fast-moving plots and a world where one false step in religion or politics can mean a grisly death’ Sunday Times‘Pacy, intricate, and thrilling’ Observer‘Vivid, sprawling … Well-crafted, exuberant’ Financial Times‘Impossible to resist’ Daily Telegraph'An atmospheric and well-written historical thriller' Guardian‘Twists and turns like a corkscrew of venomous snakes’ Stuart MacBride‘It has everything – intrigue, mystery and excellent history’ Kate Mosse‘The period is incredibly vivid and the story utterly gripping’ Conn Iggulden‘A brilliantly unusual glimpse at the intrigues surrounding Queen Elizabeth I’ Andrew Taylor“Rich in both historical detail and ingenious twists” Sam Bourne (bestselling author of The Righteous Men)S. J. Parris's book 'Alchemy' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2023-07-24. Read more

Yellowstone meets The Day After Tomorrow in this weather-ravaged, soul-stirring thriller about the most unlikely allies banding together to survive a crumbling, angry Earth.As volcanoes erupt, wildfires spread, and sinkholes swallow entire cities, Knox and Ava must put a lifetime of grudges aside to survive the shifting landscape.After an asteroid knocks the moon off its axis, scientists warn of Earth’s eventual destruction. Governments, Moon Maniacs, and doomsday preppers brace for the worst, but as the years tick by, life continues mostly unchanged, and it becomes easy to fall into a false sense of security.Ava Hernandez is no stranger to loss, heartache, and the struggle to survive. Branded a social pariah in her small town for reasons beyond her control, she’s grown used to people’s stares and mutterings over the years. Working two jobs while taking care of a sickly woman she owes her life to, it’s all Ava can do to keep her head above water, let alone prep for “the end.”Knox Bennett is country boy royalty and infamous for holding a grudge. His mother is dead, his father has gone off the rails, his brother has abandoned him, and Ava is to blame for all of it. While he might’ve been fed with a silver spoon, all the money in the world can’t prepare him or save his family’s ranch from what comes next.As fire engulfs the small town of Sonora, Texas, and nearby cities crumble, Ava and Knox are thrust together in the ensuing chaos. With all odds stacked against them, they must rely on each other to reach safety alive.From the author of The Ending Series and Savage North Chronicles comes Skies of Fire, a post-apocalyptic adventure romance set in the fire-scorched heartland of the American Southwest. Surviving Earth Chronicles includeSkies of Fire by Lindsey PogueLand of Ash by Lindsey PogueAnd also Kellen's story: Waves of Fury by K Webster Read more

They thought we were safe. They were wrong.Lee and Mal went looking for monsters on Bodmin Moor four years ago, and only Lee came back. She thought she’d lost Mal forever, now miraculously returned. But what happened that day on the moors? And where has Mal been all this time? Mal's reappearance hasn’t gone unnoticed by MI5 either, and their officers have questions.Julian Sabreur is investigating an attack on top physicist Kay Amal Khan. This leads Julian to clash with agents of an unknown power – and they may or may not be human. His only clue is grainy footage, showing a woman who supposedly died on Bodmin Moor.Dr Khan’s research was theoretical. Then she found cracks between our world and parallel Earths. Now these cracks are widening, revealing extraordinary creatures. And as the doors come crashing open, anything could come through . . .Adrian Tchaikovsky brought us far-future adventure with Children of Time. Now The Doors of Eden takes us from Bodmin Moor to London and alternate versions of earth. This is an extraordinary feat of the imagination and a page-turning adventure.'Inventive, funny and engrossing, this book lingers long after you close it' - Tade Thompson, Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning author of Rosewater Read more

He broke into the wrong house. Now he’s broken time itself.Seventeen-year-old car thief Joshua Jones doesn’t believe in fate—he barely believes in next week. But when a job goes wrong and lands him in the home of a mysterious old man called the Colonel, he stumbles into the secret world of the Oblivion Order—a society of time travellers sworn to protect the past and preserve the future.Using the timelines of ancient artefacts, the Order navigates history’s most dangerous moments. But when Josh is pulled into a mission at Hitler’s Eagle’s Lair and accidentally saves the dictator’s life, he disrupts a delicate timeline—and awakens something far worse.Pursued by chaos demons and a dark faction of the Order, Josh learns of an ancient prophecy: one that speaks of a paradox, a threat so powerful it could unravel time itself.The paradox is real.And it’s him.As he races through Victorian London, the French Revolution, and into the Jurassic era, Josh is joined by Caitlin—a brilliant, feisty librarian with secrets of her own. Together, they must navigate the fractured timeline, face the truth about Josh’s past, and confront the future he's destined to destroy.Some things in the past are meant to stay buried.But Josh was never good at following the rules.Perfect for fans of Doctor Who, Stranger Things, and fast-paced time-travel adventures, Anachronist takes you into a world not bound by time and explores the consequences of changing it.Reviews have said:"...if you're a fan of British sci-fi (like me) then you're in for a real treat with a very slight shade of Doctor Who (without the Aliens), but with secret societies, a healthy dose of science, quantum gadgets and conspiracies that weave in real historical figures…"★★★★★"I love that it is intertwined with real historical events …" ★★★★★"An interesting mix of history and sci-fi that takes you on a journey into another world…" ★★★★★"The novel moves at a fantastic pace, and the author has seamlessly blended real historical moments with his own time travel mythology, along with vibrant characters and relationships, page-turning twists and a little sprinkling of romance. " ★★★★★ Read more

'Tremendous' – The Guardian'I just fell in love with it' – Stephen King'Exciting, sophisticated and moving' – Sunday TimesSet in a reimagined 1950s Britain, Dominion is a gripping, haunting spy thriller – and a poignant love story. From the master of the historical novel and bestselling author of Dissolution, C.J. Sansom.1952. Twelve years have passed since Churchill lost to the appeasers and Britain surrendered to Nazi Germany after Dunkirk. As the long German war against Russia rages on in the east, the British people find themselves under dark authoritarian rule: the press, radio and television are controlled; the streets patrolled by violent auxiliary police and British Jews face ever greater constraints. There are terrible rumours too about what is happening in the basement of the German Embassy at Senate House.Defiance, though, is growing. In Britain, Winston Churchill's Resistance organization is increasingly a thorn in the government's side. And in a Birmingham mental hospital an incarcerated scientist, Frank Muncaster, may hold a secret that could change the balance of the world struggle for ever.Civil Servant David Fitzgerald, secretly acting as a spy for the Resistance, is given the mission to rescue his old friend Frank and get him out of the country. Before long he, together with a disparate group of Resistance activists, will find themselves fugitives in the midst of London's Great Smog – as David's wife Sarah finds herself drawn into a world more terrifying than she ever could have imagined. And hard on their heels is Gestapo Sturmbannfuhrer Gunther Hoth, brilliant, implacable hunter of men . . .'Absorbing, mordant and written with a passionate persuasiveness' – Independent on Sunday Read more

Now a major TV seriesWinner of the Man Booker PrizeShortlisted for the the Orange PrizeShortlisted for the Costa Novel Award`Dizzyingly, dazzlingly good' Daily Mail‘Our most brilliant English writer’ GuardianEngland, the 1520s. Henry VIII is on the throne, but has no heir. Cardinal Wolsey is his chief advisor, charged with securing the divorce the pope refuses to grant. Into this atmosphere of distrust and need comes Thomas Cromwell, first as Wolsey's clerk, and later his successor.Cromwell is a wholly original man: the son of a brutal blacksmith, a political genius, a briber, a charmer, a bully, a man with a delicate and deadly expertise in manipulating people and events. Ruthless in pursuit of his own interests, he is as ambitious in his wider politics as he is for himself. His reforming agenda is carried out in the grip of a self-interested parliament and a king who fluctuates between romantic passions and murderous rages.From one of our finest living writers, Wolf Hall is that very rare thing: a truly great English novel, one that explores the intersection of individual psychology and wider politics. With a vast array of characters, and richly overflowing with incident, it peels back history to show us Tudor England as a half-made society, moulding itself with great passion and suffering and courage. Read more

A GUARDIAN BEST BOOK OF THE 21ST CENTURY'Chilling, powerful, audacious' The Times'Magnificent. You are in the hands of a writer at the height of her powers' Evening StandardThere was a woman at the heart of the Trojan War whose voice has been silent - until now. Discover the greatest Greek myth of all - retold by the witness that history forgot . . .Briseis was a queen until her city was destroyed. Now she is a slave to the man who butchered her husband and brothers. Trapped in a world defined by men, can she survive to become the author of her own story?THE PERFECT GIFT FOR FANS OF MADELINE MILLER'S CIRCE AND THE SONG OF ACHILLES!*Shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction and the Costa Novel Award*Pat Barker continues her extraordinary retelling of one of our greatest myths in The Women of Troy. Read more

What if Alexander the Great had not died young? An alternative history set against the ancient worlds of Babylon, Carthage and Sicily.Babylon, 323 BC: As captain of the elephants, Gajendra is both ambitious and deeply loyal to Alexander, the great soldier who plucked him from obscurity. He begins a meteoric rise through the ranks of the Macedonian army, protected by his fiercely devoted elephant, Colossus.Alexander sets his sights on Carthage. Mara's father is the general tasked with defending the city from the advancing army. But when Mara herself is captured and taken prisoner, it triggers an unthinkable series of events that no one could have foreseen.Just as Gajendra has everything he has ever dreamed of within his grasp, he realises nothing is as it seems. And the uncanny bond he has formed with Colossus may even threaten the life of the world's greatest general.‘A fantastic read.’ Wilbur Smith.'A brilliant portrait of one of history's most successful commanders.' James Aitcheson.'A helluva good read.' Noble Smith.Experience the Epic Adventure SeriesThrilling journeys through vividly imagined worlds, heart pounding action and unforgettable characters.Multi-bestselling stand-alone tales that can be read in any order.30,000+ five-star reviews.Part thriller. Part history. All adventure. Read more

The No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling series set during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, perfect for fans of Hilary Mantel’s Wolf Hall trilogy and Netflix’s The Crown ‘Gripping’ Sunday Times‘Fast-paced and entertaining’ Mail on SundayA TREASONOUS PLOTEngland, 1586. Giordano Bruno, heretic turned spy, passes on vital information to spymaster Sir Francis Walsingham. A band of Catholic Englishmen are plotting to kill Queen Elizabeth and install Mary, Queen of Scots, on the English throne.A DEADLY TRAPWalsingham, already aware of the plot, is allowing it to progress. He hopes that Mary will put her support in writing – and condemn herself to a traitor's death.A QUEEN IN DANGER Bruno must go undercover, join the conspirators and stop them. A queen is destined to die; Bruno must make sure it is the right one…Praise for Execution‘A brilliantly realised fictionalisation of the Babington plot against Elizabeth 1’ Observer‘Execution has an atmospheric sense of place. The plot twists and turns’ The Times‘Immaculate… the depth of period detail, the all-enveloping sense of time and place, and the sheer gory drama’ Metro‘Sumptuous’ New York Times‘Parris’s attention to the details of Elizabethan life and her ability to create characters of depth are again on display in a gripping narrative’ The Sunday Times‘Fast-paced and entertaining’ Mail on Sunday‘Parris is one of the stars of historical crime fiction and this, her sixth Giordano Bruno novel, is among her best’i‘Superbly plotted, shimmeringly written, it will have you on the edge of your seat’ Kate Williams, author of The Storms of War‘An impressive feat’ Marisa Haetzman, also writes as Ambrose ParryS. J. Parris's book 'Alchemy' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2023-07-24. Read more

'Marvellous' Bridget Collins, The Sunday Times bestselling author of The BindingSometimes the greatest spectacle hides the darkest secrets . . . In an alternate London, the city's Theatre District is a walled area south of the river where an immersive production - the Show - has been running for centuries, growing ever bigger, more sprawling and lavish. The Show is open to anyone who can afford a ticket but the District itself is a closed world; even the police have no jurisdiction within its walls.Juliet's mother died when she was a baby. Brought up by her emotionally distant father and even more distant stepmother, she has never felt wanted. It's only when her father passes away that Juliet - now nineteen - learns her birth was registered in the District. Desperate to belong somewhere at last, she travels to London where she hopes to unearth the truth about her identity, her mother's death and her father's years of silence - and claim her birthright. But in the District, there is only one central truth: the Show must go on. And in a world where illusions abound, and powerful men control the narrative, Juliet has no idea of just how far some will go to ensure certain stories are never told . . .For fans of The Miniaturist and The Doll Factory, The Theatre of Glass and Shadows is a place where nothing is as it seems.'Original and captivating' Karen Coles, author of The Asylum Read more

The Sunday Times Thriller of the MonthExpertly researched and visionary in scale, international number one bestseller Ken Follett’s Never is more than a thriller. It imagines a scenario we all hope never comes true, one which will keep you transfixed until the final page . . .'Stunning . . . one of the most compelling reads of the year' – Daily ExpressA stolen US army drone.A shrinking oasis in the Sahara Desert.A secret stash of deadly chemicals.Each is a threat to global stability. Each can be overcome with only the highest levels of diplomacy. But when those in charge disagree and refuse to back down, an international chain reaction kicks off with potentially catastrophic consequences: a world edging closer to war . . .Now three people must work with the utmost skill to stop that from happening:A spy working undercover with jihadis.A brilliant Chinese spymaster.A US president beleaguered by a populist rival for the next election.The only question is – in a game of brinksmanship, can the inevitable ever be stopped?'Bold in scale and meticulously researched' –Sunday Times'Probably his best yet' - Stephen King'Urgent and fiercely compelling’ –Washington PostMore than 175 million copies sold worldwide. Published in over eighty territories and thirty-seven languages. The international no.1 bestselling phenomenon returns. Read more

THE GLOBAL BESTSELLER Sitting quietly in his room in an old people's home, Allan Karlsson is waiting for a party he doesn't want to begin. His one-hundredth birthday party to be precise. The Mayor will be there. The press will be there. But, as it turns out, Allan will not . . .Escaping (in his slippers) through his bedroom window, into the flowerbed, Allan makes his getaway. And so begins his picaresque and unlikely journey involving criminals, several murders, a suitcase full of cash, and incompetent police. As his escapades unfold, Allan's earlier life is revealed. A life in which - remarkably - he played a key role behind the scenes in some of the momentous events of the twentieth century.Translated by Roy Bradbury. Read more