Modern and contemporary fiction: general and literary

The final part of the thrilling duology in the bestselling Alex Cross series, preceded by CROSS MY HEART'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Neck by Roald Dahl, read by Julian Rhind-Tutt.

Jack Reacher has no place to go, and all the time in the world to get there, so a remote railroad stop on the prairie with the curious name of Mother's Rest seems perfect for an aimless one-day stopover.

March 1997.

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Lamb to the Slaughter by Roald Dahl, read by Juliet Stevenson.

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of A Piece of Cake by Roald Dahl, read by the actor Julian Rhind-Tutt.

In this delightful conclusion to the Heiress trilogy, Julianne MacLean brings us a fresh twist on classic historical romanceLondon society as seen through the eyes of a lovely, light-hearted young outsider.

'A moving exploration of family, migration, class, queerness and belonging.

Don't miss this second chance rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh!

Tender, brutal, devastating, OVERSPILL is the debut novel from incredible new literary talent, Charlotte Paradise, perfect for fans of Sally Rooney and Coco Mellors'This book will break your heart, mend it, and send you away with hope' Lucy Rose, author of The LambA gorgeous, aching, generous novel - this is the kind of book that demands to be passed between friends Erin Kelly, author of The House of Mirrors'Paradise brings the reader on a journey of both pleasure and pain' Madeline Docherty, author of Gender Theory'With fluid prose reminiscent of both Jessica Andrews' watercolour-esque writing and Coco Mellors' sculpted syntax' Jessie Elland, author of The Ladie Upstairs'Raw, heart-breakingly precise and utterly luminous' Ella McLeod, author of Rapunzella, Or, Don't Touch My Hair'A groundbreaking debut and one that readers will love to share between friends.

THE INSTANT TOP 10 IRISH BESTSELLERAn Observer Best Debut Novelist of 2025'One of the most exciting writers working in Ireland today' SALLY ROONEY'An utter joy to read' COLIN BARRETT'One of the debuts of the year'iPAPER'A writer at the top of his technical game'TELEGRAPH'A funny and frank coming-of age-drama'OBSERVERA stunning debut novel following a teenage boy as he comes of age on the west coast of Ireland, from the author of the acclaimed story collection Pure Gold.

It was the love story of the decade.

Jen Devon's Bend Toward the Sun is a gorgeous, emotional love story about taking unexpected paths, accepting loss, and finding strength in the transformative power of love.

FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF ADULTS AND ANIMALS'Compulsive and hilarious, like a brilliant gossip with your best friend.

**THE BRAND NEW SUN-SOAKED THRILLER FROM THE MILLION-COPY BESTSELLER**'Escapist, thrilling, unforgettable' Gillian McAllister'The queen of the destination thriller is back with her best book yet' Claire Douglas'Wickedly twisty, menacing, sexy, and headily atmospheric, The Surf House has got it all' Louise Candlish____________________________________Welcome to The Surf HouseWhere everyone's escaping something.

'A moving exploration of family, migration, class, queerness and belonging.

THE EPIC FINALE TO THE INSTANT NO.

'A haunting and beautiful novel' ANN PATCHETT'Deeply satisfying .

Good songs come from love.

Everyone knows Gatsby.

In a race against time and nature, there's only one man you want on your side.

'Seaside, strawberries and a sexy hero - what's not to love?

Everyone knows Gatsby.

FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF ADULTS AND ANIMALS'Compulsive and hilarious, like a brilliant gossip with your best friend.

This is a story of murder.

A joyful story about found family and the courage to embrace love's true colours.

'Binge-worthy… intimate, real, and really funny' KILEY REID'Bitingly sharp, witty and multi-layered' SOPHIE MACKINTOSH'Fierce, fantastically funny' CLAIRE LOMBARDO'I loved this incendiary debut' EMILIA HART'Exceptional … When a man treats a woman badly, what does he deserve?

"e;Sarah Goodwin is the queen of the survival thriller.

'Jane Eyre meets American Psycho.

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of The Rosie Result by Graeme Simsion, read by Dan O'Grady.

'Much more than a romance.

'This has to be my favourite novel of Portia's!

"e;At the aural epicenter, Robb Moreira and Sura Siu alternate betweenprotagonists Aldo and Regan's perspectives.

'SPIKY, WITTY' PANDORA SYKES'FUNNY, PACY' GUARDIAN'CHAOTIC, SNARKY, VERY FUNNY' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING'AN ABSOLUTELY WILD RIDE' INDEPENDENTA 'HOTTEST, MUST-READ NEW BOOK FOR 2025' IN SUNDAY TIMES, STYLIST, INDEPENDENT AND SERVICE95Maybe having a few enemies on the school run means you're doing something right.

'I wanted to pass it on to all my friends' SHEILA HETI'Remarkable clarity and humour'VOGUE'A book full of wisdom .

Molly the Maid is used to being invisible.

From the million-copy bestselling author of The Lost Bookshop'A delicious book that I couldn't resist devouring in one sitting.

'[I] absolutely loved this fictional take on some of the most legendary women of Hollywoods Golden Age!

Would it kill you to smile, darling?

Readers love Karmen Lee: 'The perfect cozy romance to get you out of a reading rut!

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