Fiction: narrative themes

THE GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICKAMAZON EDITORS' 20 BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR'With its countless epiphanies and surprises, Oona proves difficult to put down' USA Today'By turns tragic and triumphant, heartbreakingly poignant and joyful, this is ultimately an uplifting and redemptive read' Guardian___________OONA'S LIFE IS OUT OF ORDER Brooklyn, 1982.

Three of the greatest SF novels in the world in one bumper omnibus, and the inspiration for the spectacular cinematic events Dune: Part One and Dune: Part Two.

New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh returns to her extraordinary Psy-Changeling world with a story of wild passion and darkest betrayal .

A hard-SF cli-fi saga set against the background of the birth of the solar system.

You think you know Misery?

'A rich and complex story of friendship and love' GUARDIAN'Love doesn't just sit there, like a stone, it has to be made, like bread; remade all the time, made new' Two people, until recently strangers, find themselves on a long, tortuous and dangerous journey across the ice.

The new Rivers of London novella, from Sunday Times Number One bestselling author Ben Aaronovitch.

Dive into an epic fantasy full of crunching revolutionary action, twisted magic, and hard choices in dark times.

*One of Financial Times' Best Books of 2017*"e;SEA OF RUST is a 40-megaton cruise missile of a novel - it'll blow you away and lay waste to your heart .

An epic murder mystery set on the crumbling streets of a Paris torn apart by a magical war .

"e;One of the sturdiest monuments of 'Humanist' SF"e; - The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction"e;Beyond incredible .

'The Ember Blade is hands down the best fantasy novel I've ever read' Grimdark MagazineEmpires rise, civilisations fall and one culture comes to subsume another.

The Strugatsky brothers' poignant and introspective novel of first contact that inspired the classic film StalkerRed Schuhart is a stalker, one of those strange misfits who are compelled by some unknown force to venture illegally into the Zone and, in spite of the extreme danger, collect the mysterious artefacts that the alien visitors left scattered around.

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The awe-inspiring follow up to The War of the Worlds, which expands H.

An epic fantasy series where prophecy and mystery combine, with bloody results in the ancient walled city of the Twelve Kings .

Kicking off one of the most celebrated series in fantasy literature .

The basis of three bestselling computer games Metro 2033 and Metro Last Light, and Metro: Exodus.

Willkommen in diesem neuen Buch von Mia Graf, einer Sammlung sinnlicher Erzählungen, die die Grenzen der Lust und Leidenschaft erkunden.

'A stunning writer and a brilliant transporting experience' Lisa Taddeo, bestselling author of Three Women and Animal'Sensorial as hell.

*'Probably the best novel I'll read this year.

*THE INSTANT SATURDAY TIMES TOP 10 BESTSELLER**A PANDORA SYKES/FANE BOOK CLUB PICK**AS FEATURED ON BBC R4 OPEN BOOK*'A tender story of love, grief and the transformative power of friendship' GUARDIAN**Bobby Palmer's spellbinding new novel, SMALL HOURS, is available now**Heartbreaking and heart-stealing, this modern-day fable is an unforgettable novel about sorrow, joy, friendship and love.

A collection that brings together Andrea Levy's three early novels: EVERY LIGHT IN THE HOUSE BURNIN', NEVER FAR FROM NOWHERE and FRUIT OF THE LEMON.

For the first time, a collection of Andrea Levy's later works in ebook form, including the Orange Prize-winner SMALL ISLAND and Booker shortlisted THE LONG SONG.

Getting a life isn't always easy.

Beloved New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis begins a new series - Sunrise Cove - set near beautiful Lake Tahoe, with a heartwarming story of found family and love.

'Perfect, feel-good fiction' Sarah Morgan'This book is so warm and enveloping like a great big literary hug' 5* reader review'Blends the author's trademark offbeat humour with an emotional depth that had me alternately laughing and crying as I read' 5* reader review'Jill Shalvis has an amazing mind, her books bring her readers to a different level.

'A bracing, heart-lifting read.

'Will wrap around you like a hug in any season' JOSIE SILVER'I LOVED it.

'Excellent as ever.

A Frogmorton Farm short story.

'I LOVE Carly Bloom's writing, she writes some of the best, snarkiest, smartest, wittiest, and warmest women' Reader reviewCarly Bloom's new sexy Western romance.

Cowboy Come Home is Carly Bloom's new sexy Western romance.

One of Publishers Weekly Best Books of 2018!

**Jeanine Cummins' new novel Speak to Me of Home is available NOW**'Heartstopping.

'Pitch perfect suspense.

'Addictive' Stylist'Sultry' Elle'Shimmers with suspense' Daily Mail'Sizzling' EsquireSummer in Paris.

Ambitious parents, wilful kids, and the pursuit of prestige.

New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton begins a brand-new series of irresistible cowboys and unforgettable weddings with this charming Boots and Bouquets Christimas novella.

'Another hot firefighter.

'Jaci Burton has no problem creating a sexy and thrilling story.

Thirty bold steps.

'I'm a big fan of Jenny Kane' Katie FfordePerfect for fans of Cathy Bramley, Heidi Swain and Milly Johnson, A Cornish Wedding is the best kind of summer escape.

'A summer read as scrumptious as its Cornish backdrop.

**The spellbinding new retelling of the story of Troy drawn from the perspective of the fearless women at the heart of it all.

**The mesmerising retelling from the woman at the heart of one of Ancient Greece's most famous myths.

***THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER***'There's no doubting this novel's power' Daily Mail'A feast of a read' Jodi Picoult_____________________________Star-crossed love will change two families' lives forever.

'Perfect, feel-good fiction' Sarah Morgan on The Lemon SistersIf you love Holly Martin, Jill Mansell and Debbie Macomber, you'll LOVE Jill Shalvis and her irresistible trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance!

'Perfect, feel-good fiction' Sarah Morgan on The Lemon SistersIf you love Holly Martin, Jill Mansell and Debbie Macomber, you'll LOVE Jill Shalvis and her irresistible trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance!

'Perfect, feel-good fiction' Sarah Morgan on The Lemon SistersIf you love Holly Martin, Jill Mansell and Debbie Macomber, you'll LOVE Jill Shalvis and her irresistible trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance!