One More Kill for Mother
C.R. Clarke
£9.99
SYNOPSIS
Over a year has passed since The Spatchcock Killer’s reign of terror reached its blood-drenched conclusion, but DI Gutteridge is still haunted by memories of the case. With flashbacks of discovering his wife’s mutilated remains twelve years earlier also plaguing his sleep, Gutteridge is beginning to find his corrupted life overwhelming. But then a new crime scene materialises, one that threatens to contaminate his world even further. A crime scene that in every conceivable way seems to be a verbatim copy of one from a long way in his past. There is also a note pinned to the body, a note addressed to him. Could one of Gutteridge’s oldest and most terrifying nemesis be back in his world to reap revenge, or is there a copy-cat intent on riding the wave of The Shropshire Ripper’s infamy? Increasingly aware that the pressures of his life are beginning to change him, will Gutteridge discover the truth and bring the killer to justice?
Hobswyke. The Steps To Nowhere
C.R. Clarke
£8.99
SYNOPSIS
The finish of school life should have gifted Lucy Claybourne an uncomplicated summer, that is, until she makes the decision to revisit Hobswyke Hall ― a sprawling, derelict manor house that was once her childhood home.Half a decade has passed since Lucy and her mother abandoned the gothic monstrosity that lords over the estate that surrounds it like a spider in its web and moved into the gatehouse on the far side of the grounds, a move supposedly made as a money saving exercise. But upon reacquaintance, Lucy realises there had to be more to the move than money, and it becomes her intention to find out what? Then the groundkeeper’s son, Sam Fletcher, makes a terrifying discovery, a discovery that will alter the path of Lucy’s life in ways that will make her question everything she’s ever known, and anything she’s ever been told by those she holds dearest to her heart.There is something very wrong with Hobswyke Hall, but some things are better off left to rot.
Death of An Englishman: An Oxford Mystery
Anna Beer
£9.99
SYNOPSIS
A quest for a valuable manuscript turns into a hunt for its author’s killer. Meet Oxford’s Eve Brook, literary detective, as she tackles her first mystery. David Morrow, Oxford don and controversial media pundit, is found dead in his college rooms. Eve Brook is recruited to complete his latest book, a dazzling takedown of “woke” history. But the manuscript is missing, and everyone Eve meets seems to have something to hide—and a reason to want Morrow dead. Set against the backdrop of Oxford’s colleges, long train rides, quaint villages, and a tantalising cast of suspects, Death of an Englishman is—at first glance—a traditional murder mystery. But this is cosy crime with a very contemporary edge…
The Last Year of The Wild series (vol. 1)
Lizzie Pepper
£9.99
SYNOPSIS
The Last Year of the Wild: Award-Winning Climate Fiction Series Inspires Young Minds to Act for the future of our planet. The Last Year of the Wild invites readers into a future world where the devastating impact of climate change has taken hold, placing wildlife on the brink of extinction. From the view point of our wild creatures in the UK, this five-part series takes the reader through the challenges and adventures of the cast in 2060, as they journey through the year. The series, of which the first three volumes have so far been published, follows the journey of wild birds and creatures as they race against time to heal the damaged Earth before it is too late. Led by the courageous Rufus Robin, the story weaves together themes of hope, friendship, and resilience, reminding children of the importance of nature. With vivid imagery and a powerful message, this novel inspires readers young and old to act for the future of the planet.
The Guard Cat
Duncan Saunders
£9.50
SYNOPSIS
A wonderful gothic adventure about imagination, courage, friendship and the struggle of good and evil. In a small English village, cut off from the outside world during a snowstorm and blackout a few days before Christmas, something wicked threatens life as they know it. A trio of unlikely heroes ~ members of an elite organisation known as The Order of the Silver Shield ~ come to the rescue of the endangered inhabitants. Standing in their way is a dreadful life-draining entity called The Unbeing and the cunning Dr Von Hawkfire. Will The Order of the Silver Shield be a match for the diabolic duo, or will darkness prevail?
Lela. Ashes of Childhood
Lela Burbridge
£12.99
SYNOPSIS
A skilfully woven personal narrative offering a powerful insight into the impact of poverty on Africa’s young generation especially in the aftermath of the AIDS epidemic. Through Lela’s eyes, we see the horrifying realities many children face as a result of rejection, disease, orphanhood, violence and jealousy. But amidst the darkness and despair, hope is alive with an underlying sense of resilience powered by inner strength and determination.
Faith Muntu and the Lost Elephant
Lela Burbridge
£7.99
SYNOPSIS
Part of a David Attenborough meets Bear Grylls adventure series set in the heart of Africa. Faith Muntu and the Lost Elephant is a very charming story about a family that visits one of Africa’s wildlife paradises. Dr Muntu, an animal scientist is posted to the Serengeti, in the heart of Africa to write a report on wild animal welfare. Everything is going well and all is calm, until Faith spots a giant animal in need. Join Faith on an epic adventure as she rescues an Elephant from the hands of greedy poachers. She is determined to keep her new animal friend safe, but things in the wild don’t always go to plan.
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