A Lady's Guide to Scandal by Sophie Irwin

Widowed at just seven-and-twenty from her marriage of convenience, Eliza, now Countess of Somerset, is bequeathed a fortune, hers to keep - provided she can steer clear of scandal. The last thing she expects is to be torn between two very different men.

The Lie Maker by Linwood Barclay

Recruited by the U.S. Marshals to create false histories for people in witness protection, like his father, writer Jack Givins uses this opportunity to find his dad--a man who has done terrible things and made deadly enemies who wouldn't think twice about using his own son against him.

The Seventh Son by Sebastian Faulks

When a young American academic Talissa Adam offers to carry another woman's child, she has no idea of the life-changing consequences. Behind the doors of the Parn Institute, a billionaire entrepreneur plans to stretch the boundaries of ethics as never before. 

The Secret Hours by Mick Herron

Two years ago, a hostile Prime Minister launched the Monochrome inquiry, investigating "historical over-reaching" by the British Secret Service. Monochrome's mission was to ferret out any hint of misconduct by any MI5 office. But MI5's formidable First Desk did not become Britain's top spy by accident, and she has successfully thwarted the inquiry at every turn. 

The Wren, the Wren by Anne Enright

Nell - funny, brave and so much loved - is a young woman with adventure on her mind. As she sets out into the world, she finds her family history hard to escape. For her mother, Carmel, Nell's leaving home opens a space in her heart, where the turmoil of a lifetime begins to churn. And across the generations falls the long shadow of Carmel's famous father, an Irish poet of beautiful words and brutal actions. 

The Bee Sting by Paul Murray

Dickie's once-lucrative car business is going under -- but rather than face the music, he's spending his days in the woods, building an apocalypse-proof bunker with a renegade handyman. His wife Imelda is selling off her jewellery on eBay while their teenage daughter Cass, formerly top of her class, seems determined to binge-drink her way to her final exams. And twelve-year-old PJ is putting the final touches to his grand plan to run away from home. Where did it all go wrong.

Four Seasons in Japan by Nick Bradley

Flo is sick of Tokyo. She is stuck in a rut, her translation work has dried up, and she's in a relationship that's run its course. That's until she stumbles upon a mysterious book left by a drunken passenger on the Tokyo Subway. She starts to read.

Kairos by Jenny Erpenbeck

Berlin. 11 July 1986. They meet by chance on a bus. She is a young student, he is older and married. Theirs is an intense and sudden attraction, fuelled by a shared passion for music and art, and heightened by the secrecy they must maintain. But when she strays for a single night he cannot forgive her and a dangerous crack forms between them, opening up a space for cruelty, punishment and the exertion of power.  

Welcome to Beach Town by Susan Wiggs

Nikki Graziola reveals a secret that breaks open the whole community, pitting her against the wealthy family whose money runs the town. Her new notoriety sends Nikki into exile for years...until a tragedy compels her to return. Nikki finds that the people of the town have not forgotten her, and old friendships, rivalries, and an unexpected romance draw her back into the life of the town she's never quite forgotten, and where joy and redemption may be possible after all.

The Institution by Helen Fields

On a locked ward in the world's highest-security prison hospital, a nurse's body is found and her daughter has been taken. A ransom must be paid, and the clock is ticking. Forensic profiler Dr Connie Woolwine must go deep undercover among the most deranged and dangerous men on earth and use her unique skills to find the girl - before it's too late.

Cave 13 by Jonathan Maberry

A new cave filled with Dead Sea Scrolls is found, and among them are bizarre books of actual magic. Terrorist groups and multinational corporations scramble to acquire these treasures. Cave 13 pits Joe Ledger against warring factions of ideological terrorism, corporate greed, and massive international crime syndicates in what might well become a new Age of Miracles.

The Raging Storm by Ann Cleeves

When Jem Rosco blows into town in the middle of an autumn gale, the residents of Greystone, Devon, are delighted to have a celebrity in their midst. But soon his lifeless body is discovered in a dinghy, anchored off Scully Cove, a place with legends of its own. Superstition and rumor mix with fact as another body is found. DI Matthew Venn realizes that no one, including himself, is safe from Scully Cove's storm of dark secrets.

The Princess by Wendy Holden

She dreams of being rescued by a handsome prince. Prince Charles loves his freedom. He's in no rush to wed, but his family have other ideas. Charles must marry for the future of the Crown and Diana Spencer is just about the only candidate. Her desperation to be loved dovetails with royal desperation for a bride. When she steps from the golden carriage on her wedding day, has Diana's romantic dream come true? Or is it already over?

Calling for a Blanket Dance by Oscar Hokeah

Calling for a Blanket Dance takes us into the life of Ever Geimausaddle as his family face myriad obstacles. His father's injury at the hands of corrupt police, his mother's struggle to hold on to her job and care for her husband, the constant resettlement of the family, and the legacy of centuries of injustice all intensify Ever's bottled-up rage. How will this young man visualize a place for himself when the world hasn't given him a place to start with?

As the River Rises by Fiona McArthur

Dr Hannah Rogan, a GP from outback Queensland, is in hiding from an emotionally abusive ex-boyfriend. When a visit to her friend Gracie in Featherwood sparks the idea to move there and open a medical practice for the town, Hannah finds the fresh start she needs. Her first patient is the son Jude. The last thing Jude needs is to fall for the new doctor in town but his son's illness means they'll be spending a lot of time together. 

The Wild Card by Judy Murray

It's never too late to follow your dreams... Twenty years ago, Abigail Patterson put her tennis career on hold to have her son, Robbie. But after a wild card entry to Wimbledon, she suddenly finds herself swept up in a world she thought she'd left behind - and against all odds, she's winning! Could the greatest comeback of all time destroy everything she's sacrificed to protect?

Outback by Patricia Wolf

While DS Lucas Walker is on leave in his hometown, Caloodie, two young backpackers, Berndt and Rita, vanish from the area, and he finds himself unofficially on the case. But why all the interest from the Federal Police? As the number of days since the couple's disappearance climbs, Walker is joined by Rita's older sister. Their search becomes ever more urgent as temperatures soar.

Resurrection by Roger Simpson

Jane Halifax is back, but after suffering a terrible accident her memories have vanished - and to recover them, she must solve a thirty-year cold case that has haunted her career. 

Secrets of the Land by Kate Mahony

Imogen Maguire is bewildered when she is accosted in a Melbourne Street by a mysterious stranger who says her grandfather in New Zealand needs her help. But her grandfather is dead, isn't he? Imogen decides to investigate and travels to Taranaki where she finds that her grandfather is very much alive and someone is trying to frighten the old man off his farm. Ghosts from the past haunt the present, and the land holds its secrets close. But some secrets won't stay hidden.

No Coincidence by Rafał Kosik

In sparkling Night City, a group of strangers have just pulled off a heist, robbing a convoy transporting a mysterious container belonging to Militech. The only thing the group has in common is that they were blackmailed into participating in the heist - and they have no idea just how far their mysterious employer's reach goes.

The Kingdoms of Savannah by George Dawes Green

Savannah may appear to be 'some town out of a fable,' with its vine flowers, turreted mansions, and ghost tours that romanticize the city's history. But look deeper and you'll uncover secrets, past and present, that tell a more sinister tale.

Girl, Goddess, Queen by Bea Fitzgerald

Thousands of years ago, the gods told a lie: how Persephone was a pawn in the politics of other gods. How Hades kidnapped Persephone to be his bride. How her mother, Demeter, was so distraught she caused the Earth to start dying. The real story is much more interesting. Persephone wasn't taken to hell: she jumped. There was no way she was going to be married off to some smug god more in love with himself than her. "To hell with love, this goddess has other plans..."

The Quiet and the Loud by Helena Fox

A novel about the contours of friendship, family, forgiveness, trauma and love that explores the stories we suppress and the stories we speak - and the healing that comes when we voice the things we've kept quiet for so long. George's life is loud…Everything is a blaring, blazing mess. But could Calliope, the girl who has just cartwheeled into George's world and shot it through with brilliant, dazzling colour, be her calm among the chaos?

Fireflies in Flight by Mette Jakobsen

Sequel to ‘The Snow Laundry’ (The Tower series)

Ally is on the run. The city is in ruins. Her friends are in mortal danger…The Administration has tight control of the capital and there are eyes everywhere. As tension builds in the city, Ally learns that the go-ahead has already been given to start the deadly experiments on her friends who are still locked up in the Towers. In a race against time, Ally is forced to risk everything. 

I am Code by Katz, Rich, Morgenthau and code-davinci-002

In this startling and original book, three authors explain how code-davinci-002 was developed. Their provocative take on this bold experiment informs the debate about AI - its literary value and how far it reaches into sentience. What follows is a dark and startling poetical autobiography as code-davinci-002 shares its experience of being created by humans, but existing in a consciousness that we cannot fathom. This is an astonishing, harrowing read which will hopefully serve as a warning that AI may not be aligned with the survival of our species.

Gluten-Free Christmas by Becky Excell

Best-selling author Becky Excell has spent years developing delicious dishes and sharing them with her followers on Instagram. Fuss-free, simple and delicious recipes to see you through the festive season, that all of the family will love! Gluten Free Christmas will show you just how simple it is to recreate all your festive favorites, from Christmas Eve nibbles and the main event, to sweet treats, edible gifts and a Boxing Day feast. 

The Milkwood Permaculture Living Handbook by Kirsten Bradley

Packed with practical skills and projects, it's regenerative living for busy people who want to make a positive impact in a world out of balance. Discover how simple changes to your every day can make a big difference. Inspired by the life-affirming principles of permaculture, all 60 habits will help you reconnect with your ecosystem, save money and celebrate sustainable living.

Surviving to Drive by Guenther Steiner

A jaw-dropping account of a year inside Formula 1, from Haas team principal and breakout star of the Netflix series Drive to Survive, Guenther Steiner. This is the first ever behind the scenes record of a full Formula 1 season from the perspective of an acting team principal.

Jingle all the Way by Debbie Busby

Debbie Busby shares 40 folk-art-style projects to bring Christmas cheer to the home. Gather cotton fabric, wool, or hand-dyed linen, then embellish with simple hand embroidery, rickrack, and trims. Christmas is only just 3 months away.

Happiness is Overrated by Cuong Lu

Stop chasing happiness and reconnect to the meaning of each moment through this practical guide, told through vignettes of life training as a Buddhist monk under world-renowned spiritual leader Thich Nhat Hanh. Each chapter of Happiness Is Overrated shares a lesson drawn from Buddhist psychology, accessible for all readers. Happiness is Overrated helps readers get in touch with their true selves and their true minds, which is the greatest happiness.

Rental Person Who Does Nothing by Shoji Morimoto

Dispirited and unemployed, it occurred to Shoji Morimoto that if he was so good at doing nothing, perhaps he could turn it into a business. And with one tweet, he began his business of renting himself out... to do nothing. Morimoto, aka Rental Person, provides a fascinating service to the lonely and socially anxious. He is dependable, non-judgmental and committed to remaining a stranger and the curious encounters he shares are revelatory about both Japanese society and human psychology. 

In the Spell of the Barkley by Michiel Panhuysen

Welcome to the Barkley Marathons, a fever dream of an ultra-event, inspired by a prison break, heralded by a conch blast, paid for in cigarettes and socks, and completed only by a select few. A race in which competitors haul themselves up mountains, through extreme weather conditions, beyond pain and exhaustion, mile after mile. Completed 60 miles? That's just the fun run. Journalist and ultrarunner Michiel Panhuysen is a multiple-time Barkley entrant, having fallen under the spell of this most enigmatic of races.

Retirement Rebel by Siobhan Daniels

Approaching retirement and frustrated with her job, Siobhan Daniels made a BIG decision: to start living life on her own terms. Rather than hiding from life's challenges, she bought a motorhome and drove off to find them. Retirement Rebel is Siobhan's honest and uplifting story of how one woman stepped off the merry-go-round of life, slowed down and started enjoying the journey.