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The instant New York Times bestseller and prequel to the TikTok
phenomenon We Were Liars. Return to the story of another summer,
another generation, and the secrets that will haunt them for
decades to come. A windswept private island off the coast of
Massachusetts. A hungry ocean, churning with secrets and sorrow. A
fiery, addicted heiress. An irresistible, unpredictable boy. A
summer of unforgivable betrayal and terrible mistakes. Welcome back
to the Sinclair family. They were always liars. SPOILER ALERT! Read
We Were Liars first. (No word of a lie, it's better that way ...)
Set in an experimental boarding school for teens dealing with
trauma, The Castle School (for Troubled Girls) follows one girl's
journey through grief and her eleven classmates, each with their
own issues, that help her find a path to healing. Perfect for fans
of Kathleen Glasgow, this atmospheric, emotional tear-jerker will
leave you speechless. When Moira Dreyfuss's parents announce that
they're sending her to an all-girls boarding school deep in the
Maine woods, Moira isn't fooled. She knows her parents are
punishing her; she's been too much trouble since her best friend,
Nathan, died-and for a while before that. At the Castle School,
isolated from the rest of the world, Moira will be expected to pour
her heart out to the odd headmaster, Dr. Prince. But she isn't
interested in getting over Nathan's death or befriending her fellow
students. On her first night there, Moira hears distant music. On
her second, she discovers the lock on her window is broken. On her
third, she and her roommate venture outside...and learn that
they're not so isolated after all. There's another, very different,
Castle School nearby-this one filled with boys whose parents sent
them away, too. Moira is convinced that the Castle Schools and the
doctors who run them are hiding something. But exploring the
schools will force Moira to confront her overwhelming grief-and the
real reasons her parents sent her away. Praise for The Castle
School (for Troubled Girls): "Achingly beautiful. Moira's story
gripped me from the first page and held me fast long after I
finished reading."-Gilly Segal, New York Times bestselling
co-author of I'm Not Dying with You Tonight "Hooked me from page
one. I couldn't stop reading until I had every single
answer."-Francesca Zappia, author of Eliza and Her Monsters
"Beneath the trappings of a fast-paced mystery, this novel holds a
heartrending exploration of adolescent grief...
Memorable."-Booklist "Complex and layered... A heartfelt
exploration of grief, guilt, and recovery."-School Library Journal
"Mental health awareness wrapped in a captivating
storyline."-Kirkus "An effective exploration of mental illness, and
it will share a coveted place on reading lists with Laurie Halse
Anderson and Patricia McCormick."-BCCB Also by Alyssa Sheinmel: A
Danger to Herself and Others What Kind of Girl
'A thrilling and hugely entertaining adventure story' - David
Walliams on The Highland Falcon Thief, the first journey in the
Adventures on Trains series. The bestselling, prize-winning
Adventures on Trains series embarks on a thrilling sixth adventure
as Harrison Beck and Uncle Nat climb aboard the night train to
Narvik, travelling to the Arctic Circle to see the northern lights
for Christmas. But as their train leaves Stockholm, Hal and Uncle
Nat realize they're being followed by a sinister figure, and Hal's
powers of observation are tested when Uncle Nat's past comes back
to haunt him. Journeying into the never ending night of the arctic
winter, our railway detectives must outsmart an assassin in their
most chilling adventure yet, in which nothing is as it seems. The
Arctic Railway Assassin can be read as a stand-alone novel, or
enjoyed as part of the award-winning Adventures on Trains series
written by M. G. Leonard and Sam Sedgman. Join Hal and Uncle Nat on
more stops in this thrilling series with: Murder on the Safari
Star, Danger at Dead Man's Pass and Sabotage on the Solar Express.
Praise for the series: 'Like Murder on the Orient Express but
better!' - Frank Cottrell-Boyce on The Highland Falcon Thief 'A
first class choo-choo-dunnit!' - David Solomons on Kidnap on the
California Comet 'A high-speed train journey worth catching . .
.The best yet' - The Times on Murder on the Safari Star 'This
series just gets better and better' - Maz Evans on Danger at Dead
Man's Pass
Maya Brown is bored with being cooped up in her grandmother's house
over the summer, and is dying to get involved in her mother's
intelligence operation against a group of would-be terrorists. But
when her mum, Pam, is kidnapped by the criminals, Maya is suddenly
plunged headlong into a world of intrigue and danger. Can Maya find
out what the terrorist cell are plotting in time, and without
putting her mother's life further at risk? And is the mysterious
Khaled luring her into a trap, or a secret ally?
An fast-paced thriller by an established author of teenage fiction,
with a fiesty and charismatic heroine who will appeal to boys and
girls alike. This is a gripping adventure story that also deals
sensitively with issues of inter-racial understanding and the
social causes behind extremism.
Sylvia Hall has a track record of powerful and exciting fiction for
young adults, and "Circle of Fire" confirms her reputation.
A fast-paced fantasy adventure set in a broken, future England,
following the further exploits of the outlaws Scarlett and Browne.
Scarlett McCain and Albert Browne have outwitted their pursuers and
escaped into the wilderness once more, and it's not long before
they become famous for their audacious heists across the Seven
Kingdoms. Yet neither is fully able to escape the shackles of the
past - as they discover when a dangerous job turns sour. Soon old
enemies and sinister new threats are pressing in on every side, and
Scarlett and Browne must pull off an impossible mission and strike
out against The Faith Houses and the Brothers of the Hand if they
are to save the people they hold most dear. Praise for The Outlaws
Scarlett and Browne: "You won't be able to put this down. A classic
in the making." - Eoin Colfer "Perfectly paced, beautifully written
and bursting with black humour and bold ideas." - Philip Reeve
""Imaginative, original, taut and with multi-layered
protagonists... A wild ride." - Jo Cotterill "Scarlett and Browne
is phenomenal, unputdownable storytelling of the highest order." -
Piers Torday
It's a Ho! Ho! Ho-rrible trick! Christmas is coming, and Nancy's third grade class is having a Secret Santa exchange. That means cards, candy, and a special gift for everyone. Everyone except Nancy Drew! Is it a mistake? Is somebody just being silly or mean? Or is someone hiding something and afraid to tell the truth? One thing's for sure. Nancy's presents are gone, and all she has to unwrap is one big mystery!
Solve the mystery with the Secret Seven - everyone's favourite
detective club! This fantastic bumper collection contains Secret
Seven books 10-12, with illustrations by Tony Ross. Book 10: Puzzle
For The Secret Seven (first published in 1958) In book ten, the
gang witness the horror of a house going up in flames. Then there's
the theft of a very valuable violin. Are the two incidents
connected? The Seven mean to use all their detective know-how to
find out! Book 11: Secret Seven Fireworks (first published in 1959)
In book eleven, Jack's little sister, Susie, is so annoying! The
Secret Seven are furious when they discover she's formed her own
"detective gang"! Then some money is stolen, and Susie is a chief
suspect. The Seven can't quite believe it - Susie wouldn't do
anything that bad... would she? Book 12: Good Old Secret Seven
(first published in 1960) In book twelve, there are strange
happenings indeed at Torling Castle! Someone is hiding out in the
ruined tower, making the resident jackdaws very unsettled. Who is
it, and what do they want? The Secret Seven are on it. These
timeless stories are perfect for young fans of mystery, adventure
or detective series.
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How To Die Famous
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Benjamin Dean; Read by Nerissa Bradley, Chas. E. Brown, Troy Glasgow, Julie Rogers
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From award-winning author Benjamin Dean comes a deliciously dark
and addictive YA thriller following the lives of Gen Z’s rich and
famous through the lens of an undercover teen journalist. Perfect
for fans of A Good Girl's Guide to Murder and One of Us is
Lying. 'This [book] has "Netflix adaptation" written all
over it.' The Bookseller  London-born Abel has landed the
role of a lifetime for an upcoming blockbuster. On the face of it
he’s Hollywood’s latest teen star, but below the surface he’s
an undercover journalist on a mission to expose the ‘squeaky
clean’ entertainment industry and the part they played in his
brother’s ‘accidental’ death. As Abel steps into the
spotlight alongside fellow actors Lucky, Ryan and Ella, he soon
discovers that beneath the glittering surface of fame and riches
lies a darker world of secrecy, scandal and murder. Nobody is who
they seem when the cameras are off, and everybody has something to
hide. But who’s next in line to die famous? Â
Drawing on his previous career as a celebrity journalist, Benjamin
Dean examines the dark underbelly of showbiz, leaving no stone
unturned. PRAISE FOR BENJAMIN DEAN’S THE KING IS DEAD:
‘Benjamin Dean has written a royal triumph.’ Juno Dawson,
author of Clean ‘All hail this exquisitely twisty, delightfully
queer mystery.’ Chelsea Pitcher, author of This Lie Will
Kill You ‘A compelling thriller that stays with you long after
you’ve finished reading.’ Kathryn Foxfield, author of
Good Girls Die First  ‘More jaw-dropping, OMG-twists than
even the most salacious tabloid journalist could
create.’ Erik J. Brown, author of All That's Left in the
World  ‘One page-burning scandal after another. Benjamin
Dean is YA royalty.’ Femi Fadugba, author of The Upper
World ‘Addictive, compelling, and utterly
delicious.’ Simon James Green, author of Noah Can’t Even
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Stay Dead
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April Henry
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Sometimes, the only way to live is to make sure the world thinks you’re
dead . . .
In the aftermath of a car accident that claimed the life of her senator
father, sixteen-year-old Milan finds herself adrift, expelled from her
third boarding school. Milan’s mother, who has assumed the senate seat,
diverts her private plane to pick up her daughter. But on their way
home, a bomb rips off a wing and the plane crashes in the mountains. In
her final moments, Milan’s mother entrusts her with a key. She reveals
it will unlock the evidence that so many people have already died
for—including Milan’s father. The only way Milan can survive, her mom
tells her, is to let everyone believe she died with the other
passengers.
Milan is forced to navigate a perilous descent in freezing conditions
while outwitting everything from a drone to wild animals. With
relentless assassins on her trail, she must untangle the web of deceit
and save herself and countless others. Will she piece together the
truth in time?
In exclusive Star Island, Miami, blood isn't always thicker than
water ...The second book in a thrilling time traveling mystery
series featuring a former Miami PD who solves murders before they
happen-by going back in time. The night of his fiftieth birthday,
software billionaire Jack Warren went missing hundreds of miles out
to sea, his blood spattered aboard his yacht, his body gone. His
mistress, Ava Day, was charged with his murder-but she had already
vanished without a trace. Now, ten years later, detective Lila Day
still refuses to believe that her sister is a cold-blooded killer.
To clear Ava's name and solve this long-cold case, Lila asks her
friend Teddy Hawkins to do what he has done before-send her back to
time, to solve the crime before it takes place. And so she goes
back to 2008, with only a month to prove her sister's innocence and
bring Warren's real killer to justice. But as she dives ever deeper
into the world of high-speed yachting and corporate intrigue, and
the night of Warren's birthday draws ever closer, the truth becomes
murkier than ever. And then Lila discovers information that shocks
her deeply-a terrible truth that changes everything she thought she
knew about her sister, and herself.
Statement of responsibility taken from cover.
A stinky smell is taking over New Mouse City! No mouse can live
like this! Geronimo and his best friend Hercule, the private
detective, head underground into the sewer world of Mouse Island to
investigate. Can they save the city from the stench? From the New
York Times bestselling author Tom Angleberger, a fresh look for
beloved children's books character Geronimo Stilton. Full colour
pages throughout For fans of Dog Man and Captain Underpants Perfect
for reluctant readers. Praise for The Sewer Rat Stink: 'Fresh,
funny, and fast-paced. The freestyle artwork and anything-goes
story will make kids want to write and draw their own books!' - Dav
Pilkey
'A whip-smart puzzle with unforgettable characters' Robin Stevens,
bestselling author of Murder Most Unladylike 'Compulsive Reading'
Independent 'Thoroughly gripping' Sunday Telegraph A story about
family, self-belief and bravery, The London Eye Mystery is a
brilliantly inventive crime-caper perfect for fans of Enola Holmes,
High-Rise Mystery and A Kind of Spark. 11.32 a.m. Ted and his
sister Kat watch their cousin Salim get on board the London Eye.
The pod rises from the ground, high above the city. 12.02 p.m. The
pod lands and the doors open. Everyone exits - everyone but Salim.
Has he spontaneously combusted? (Ted's theory.) Has he been
kidnapped? (Aunt Gloria's theory.) Is he even still alive? (The
family's unspoken fear.) Ted doesn't see the world like most people
he knows and is sure that with his "unique operating system" of a
brain he can uncover the truth about Salim's disappearance. So,
teaming up with Kat, Ted sets out to do just that - following a
trail of clues across London. But with time ticking dangerously by,
can Ted solve the mystery before it's too late? A multiple
award-winning novel with over 150k copies sold in the UK alone, The
London Eye Mystery is a true modern classic that's not to be missed
- now featuring an introduction from Robin Stevens. Don't miss
Ted's second detective adventure, The Guggenheim Mystery!
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