2165 results for 'Richard Davenport-Hines, Adam Sisman'

The thirty-nine steps is a thrilling tale of espionage and international intrigue, set against the backdrop of a complex web of secrets and deception. When a young American approaches Richard Hannay,...

Close to Home by Cara Hunter is a gripping thriller about a young girl's disappearance at a family party. The investigation that follows reveals a complex web of secrets and lies in the seemingly...

Grace Adams is a woman on the brink of chaos. Her life is unraveling in the most ordinary of ways: her husband is divorcing her, her daughter has banned her from a party, and she's abandoned her car...

The Birdcage is a spellbinding new mystery from Eve Chase, the acclaimed author of the Sunday Times bestseller and Richard and Judy Pick the Glass House. When half-sisters Lauren, Flora, and Kat are...

Admiral Richard E. Byrd's Missing Diary reveals a shocking secret from the winter of 1947, when he allegedly flew a secret mission across the frozen waters of the arctic. Byrd claimed to have seen a...

A play by William Shakespeare in 16 point type, this edition features large print for easier reading. Written in 16th century England, the play explores themes of power, ambition, and the human...

A gripping thriller from Richard and Judy Bestseller Sharon Bolton. When a baby is snatched from its pram and cast into the river Thames, off-duty police officer Lacey Flint is on the scene. But who...

Irish Hammered Pennies of Edward IV, Edward V, and Richard III is an illustrated guide to the known Irish hammered pennies minted under the Yorkist kings from 1461 to 1485. This comprehensive book...

American Dirt is a heart-stopping novel about the lengths a mother will go to save her son. Lydia's life is turned upside down when her eight-year-old son is injured in a violent incident, forcing...

This comprehensive collection brings together Harauld Hughes's most notable works for the stage and screen, alongside his poetry, lyrics, and personal writings. The volume includes extensive critical...

A Taste for Death by P. D. James is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker aspects of human nature. When two men are found brutally murdered in the vestry of a church, their deaths become the...

Blood Orange is a gripping thriller that explores the darker side of human relationships. When Alison is given her first murder case to defend, she's forced to confront the secrets and lies that have...

Unlock the secrets of a lifetime of health, beauty and profound peace of mind with this four-week exercise plan. Master 38 simple exercises in just minutes a day, and discover the ancient Yogic...

Ben and Arthur's New York love story unfolds in this heartwarming tale. After an initial meet-cute at a post office, they lose touch but are brought back together through a 'missed connection' advert...

Where the Wildflowers Grow is a meditative and descriptive exploration of Britain and Ireland's wild flora, written by Leif Bersweden. This book is a joyous and inspirational journey through the...

A gripping psychological thriller about two sisters bound by a dark secret. Margo and Cora are total opposites, yet their lives are inextricably linked by a revelation that will only allow one to...

Edexcel GCSE History: The Reigns of King Richard I and King John (1189-1216)This student book provides an engaging introduction to the new Edexcel GCSE History specification, covering essential...

A Terrible Kindness by Jo Browning Wroe is a powerful and moving novel that explores the complexities of human compassion. In 1966, a devastating landslide at a coal mine has a profound impact on a...

A dark story has been brought to terrifying life. English teacher Clare Cassidy's friend Ella has just been murdered, and the murder scene is identical to one of the deaths in a Gothic story she...

The Burning Girls by C. J. Tudor is a chilling and atmospheric pacey read that delves into the darker side of small-town life. In the close-knit community of Chapel Croft, old superstitions and...

The Survivors by Jane HarperA devastating mistake sets off a chain of events that will haunt Kieran Elliott for years to come. When he returns to his small coastal town, long-held secrets and...

Susan Green's life appears to be perfectly ordered. At forty-five, she has a London flat, a fulfilling job and a personal arrangement that meets her needs. However, following the loss of her mother...

Death of an Expert Witness by P. D. James is a gripping mystery that delves into the world of forensic science. When a young girl is found murdered in a field, the staff of Hoggatt's laboratory are...

A story of adventure and survival, Watership Down follows a band of rabbits as they flee their home in search of a new haven. Led by two stouthearted brothers, they face numerous challenges as they...

Because of You is a poignant and heart-wrenching story about the power of mother-love and the bonds that shape us. Seventeen years after two very different women give birth to two very similar...

A week-long holiday in the south of France turns into a deadly game of cat and mouse. Kate's perfect family getaway is threatened when she discovers her husband's infidelity, and she becomes...

Robbie and Emily have been together for years, their love still fresh and fierce. They've shared a home, a bed, and a bond that feels unbreakable. But there are secrets they've kept hidden since the...

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy The Nearly Definitive Edition A comprehensive and irreverent guide to the galaxy, this edition brings together the complete trilogy of novels, along with a wealth...

Elephantmen Volume 6 brings together some of the most compelling storylines from Image Comics' longest-running Pulp Science Fiction series. This collection features a range of exciting crossovers,...

The Giant Killer: An Incredible True Story of a Man of Unyielding Courage and Loyalty A tiny homeless man shares his astonishing life story with his only friend, a Miami cop, before being tragically...

Since Freddie Mercury's passing in 1991, Queen has continued to evolve and thrive with various lineups. This book charts the band's musical journey from that pivotal moment onwards.The story of...

The world was perfect at first. Everyone was happy. But then something bad happened. This simple and colorful story is ideal for shared reading with a child, using easy language and great...

The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides Alicia Berenson's life was seemingly perfect, but on a fateful day six years ago, she made a shocking decision: she shot her husband five times in the head...

Thirty years after seven teenagers went down to the woods, only six came back. Now, a body is discovered, and DCI Sheens is faced with a familiar case: Aurora Jackson, found at last. But this time,...

The Wind Knows My Name by Isabel Allende In 1938, a young boy named Samuel boards the last Kindertransport train out of Austria, fleeing Nazi-occupied Austria for a new life in England. Eight decades...

A chilling thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Fifteen years ago, a serial killer known as 'The Whisper Man' terrorised the village of Featherbank, but with the killer behind bars,...

The Empire is a novel by Michael Ball, published in 2023, set in the world of theatre in 1922. The story revolves around the lives of the people involved in the Empire theatre, where tensions rise as...

Inheritance by Jenny Eclair is a compelling new novel of family secrets that will stay with you long after you've turned the last page.Set in a sprawling mansion in deepest Cornwall, the story...

The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels True-crime author Amanda Bailey knows the notorious Alperton Angels cult all too well. Nearly two decades ago, the Angels attempted to sacrifice a baby they...

Good Me Bad Me by Ali Land is a psychological thriller that explores the complexities of family relationships and the secrets we keep.Annie's life is turned upside down when she hands her mother over...

A luxury cruise liner, abandoned with no crew, steams into the mid-Atlantic. You are the only passenger left on board. The RMS Atlantica, bound for New York, has become a vessel of mystery and terror...

The Kingdom is a gripping novel that explores the complex web of relationships within a family. When the parents of two brothers die suddenly, their 16-year-old son Roy is left to care for his...

The Negative by Ansel Adams is a comprehensive guide to using film and the film development process creatively. This book, the second volume in Adams' series on photographic techniques, has taught...

A dark and twisted psychological thriller about a seemingly perfect life that hides a sinister secret. The story follows a couple whose life appears to be just like anyone else's, but beneath the...

The Beekeeper of Aleppo is a powerful and moving story of love, loss, and hope. When the Syrian city of Aleppo is destroyed by war, Nuri and his wife Afra are forced to escape with their young...

The Glass House is a captivating mystery about old family secrets and the truth that can shatter everything. When a baby is discovered deep in the woods, the Harrington family decides to keep her a...

The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward is a story about a murderer, a stolen child, and revenge. It's a tale of ordinary-seeming lives and the secrets they hide. In a house at the end of...

London, 1754, has long been a city of secrets and surprises. For Bess Bright, the past has finally caught up, bringing with it a revelation that will change her life forever. Six years after leaving...

The Witchfinder's Sister by Beth Underdown is a gripping historical thriller that delves into the dark world of witchcraft in 17th-century England. When Alice Hopkins returns to her hometown of...

A list of favourite murders has been circulating online for years. Malcolm Kershaw's blog, Old Devils, featured eight of his most intriguing cases, including Agatha Christie's ABC Murders and...

Sugar by Bernice McFadden and Bernice L. McFadden is a poignant and bittersweet novel about a young woman named Sugar who arrives in a small southern town hoping to start over. As she settles into...

Titanic Lives: Migrants and Millionaires, Conmen and CrewMarking the centenary of the Titanic disaster, this book offers a fresh investigation into the lives of the passengers and crew on board the...

The 6:20 Man is a heart-racing thriller that delves into the world of high finance in New York, where greed, power, and ambition can lead to devastating consequences. When a close friend of Travis...

Blythe and Violet. Mother and daughter. A bond like no other. But what if your little angel is a monster? And what if no one sees it but you? This gripping psychological thriller explores the dark...

Lady Charlotte Rathmore's disappearance by the lake of Blackwater Hall in 1940 sets off a chain of events that spans generations. A mysterious letter arrives in London, changing the life of Nancy...

If I Let You Go by Charlotte Levin is a powerful exploration of a woman's struggle to come to terms with loss and the consequences of her past choices. Janet Brown's life is marked by a sense of calm...

A BBC Between the Covers Book Club Pick and a reader communities Choice Award Finalist, this novel is a heart-wrenching and epic tale of love, loss, and obsession. When a teenager is abducted, her...

When the Dust Settles: Searching for Hope After DisasterLucy Easthope's life has been marked by some of the world's most devastating disasters, from plane crashes to floods and pandemics. As a...

The Trespasser by Tana French is a gripping thriller that delves into the darker side of human nature. When a young woman's body is found with no signs of struggle, Detective Antoinette Conway is...

Everyone Here is Lying is a gripping mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat. A seemingly perfect family man, William Wooler, returns home to find his daughter Avery unexpectedly present,...

The Sirens of Titan: A Science Fiction Novel by Kurt Vonnegut In this thought-provoking novel, Kurt Vonnegut explores themes of free will and predestination through the story of Winston Niles...

Agnes Sharp's household, a gathering of elderly individuals, receives an unexpected visit from the police. A discovery next door sparks both concern and relief, as the group's own secrets are...

A gripping thriller that raises fundamental questions about justice and morality. When nine notorious criminals are granted lifelong anonymity, the consequences are devastating. For Olivia Campbell,...

A lie has been told. In this gripping thriller, Lisa Ballantyne explores the devastating consequences when one of three friends isn't telling the truth. When Lorraine, a single mother, needs a night...

Red Corona is a gripping spy thriller that explores the treacherous world of espionage in the early 1960s. When a secret agent is betrayed by a traitor in MI5, he must navigate a complex web of...

The tension builds as secrets and lies simmer beneath the surface. A shocking disappearance sets off a chain of events that will leave you questioning everything.Thirty years after the traumatic...

Lenni and Margot, a century of friendship and love. Seventeen-year-old Lenni has learned that life is short, but it's not only what you make of it that matters, but who you share it with. In an art...

Louise wakes up with a pounding headache, her mouth dry and her memories hazy. She knows she's done something wrong, but can't quite remember what. As she rolls over, she's shocked to see a stranger...

Death at the Dinner Party is a page-turning cozy mystery that follows Francesca Eve, a caterer with a knack for turning any event into a success. When she arrives at a posh country house to work for...

Nicola Chester's memoir, On Gallows Down, is a powerful exploration of the intersection of nature, identity, and activism. The book tells the story of a life shaped by the landscape, and the enduring...

Three Perfect Liars by Heidi Perks is a gripping thriller that explores the complex lives of three women. Their seemingly perfect lives are turned upside down when a fire ravages their workplace, and...

A mysterious body on a skyscraper's roof sparks a week of secrets and rebirth in a city that defies time. It's 1922, and America is embracing the modern era, with jazz music and speakeasies filling...

Florence Lovelady, the most senior serving policewoman in Britain, visits convicted serial killer Larry Glassbrook in prison. He has one last task for her: to learn the identity of the remains...

The Rhythm of Life by David Adam Life is full of rhythms, from the ebbs and flows of daily life to the darkness and light of our experiences. To navigate these patterns, we need a deeper rhythm that...

Psychology For Dummies by Adam Cash is a comprehensive guide to understanding human behaviour and improving mental well-being. This practical book explores the science of psychology, providing...

A gripping new thriller from Celia Walden, author of the bestselling Payday. When Colette spends most of her time at Addison Square, one of West London's most desirable addresses, she knows the place...

Rose Gold Watts thought she was ill for eighteen years, but it turned out her mother was a skilled deceiver. After five years in prison, Patty Watts is finally free, seeking to put old grievances...

When Aidan Poole logs onto his laptop late at night to Skype his girlfriend, Zoe, he's met with a chilling scene: she's not alone. A violent struggle has taken place, and then an unsettling silence...

The Blackbird by Tim Weaver is a heart-pounding missing persons case that will keep you on the edge of your seat. When CCTV footage captures the final moments of Cate and Aiden Gascoigne's car before...

Strangers living worlds apart, yet connected by a shared past, Kerry Hayes and Noah Martineau embark on a journey that will change their lives forever.When Kerry, a single mother living on a tough...

Twas the Nightshift Before Christmas is a heartwarming and humorous collection of festive diaries from Adam Kay, author of the multi-million-copy bestseller This is Going to Hurt.As Christmas...

Tony Adams' Sober Football is a searingly honest account of his journey to recovery from alcoholism. The former Arsenal and England legend shares his story, revealing the impact of Arsene Wenger's...

John le Carré: A Life A comprehensive and compelling biography of the renowned author, revealing the complexities of his life and work. Adam Sisman's definitive portrait of John le Carré explores the...

David Adam's The Man Who Couldn't Stop is a deeply personal and thought-provoking exploration of obsessive-compulsive disorder. With unflinching honesty and humour, Adam shares his own struggles with...

The Innocent One by Lisa Ballantyne is a gripping new thriller that explores the complexities of justice and the power of the past to shape our present.When Daniel Hunter, a criminal solicitor,...

The Shadow Friend by Alex North is a gripping psychological thriller that explores the darker side of friendship and the power of secrets. Twenty years after a tragic event, Paul is forced to...

The Memory Wood by Sam Lloyd In this gripping psychological thriller, Elijah has lived in the woods for as long as he can remember. His only home, it's also his prison. When Elissa arrives, she's...

The Complete Book of Aga Know-How by Richard Maggs is a comprehensive guide to getting the most out of your Aga cooker. With years of experience and expertise, Richard Maggs shares his knowledge on...

Design is everywhere, influencing our thoughts, feelings, and actions in subtle and profound ways. In "How Design Makes Us Think And Feel and Do Things", Sean Adams explores the power of design to...

Cathy's summers at Roseland, the ancestral home of her best friend Eloise, were a highlight of her life. The sprawling Cornish coastline property, with its rich history, was a world away from the...

The Funny Thing about Norman Foreman is a heartwarming story about a young boy with a big heart and even bigger dreams. After the sudden loss of his best friend, Norman decides to pursue their shared...

When Joy Delaney vanishes, the seemingly perfect family she leaves behind is forced to confront the secrets they've been keeping. With four grown-up children and a successful business, the Delaneys...

The Williamson sisters are Britain's most treasured World War II veterans, now in their 90s and still in demand at commemorative events. Despite their age, they're sprightly and sparky, always...

Alan Bennett's latest story is a glorious, darkly comic treat, set in a home for the elderly. Hill Topp House is a superior council home, more of a club than a home, where a community of...

The First to Die at the End by Adam Silvera is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of life, death, and human connection. On the eve of a life-changing event, two...

Mastering artisan breads from around the world requires patience and practice, but the rewards are well worth the effort. Richard Bertinet shares his expertise in this comprehensive guide, covering a...

The Shit They Never Taught You is a collection of life-changing lessons from over a hundred of the world's greatest thinkers. Adam and Adam, hosts of the popular What You Will Learn podcast, have...

Football Clichés by Adam Hurrey The world of football is full of familiar phrases and expressions, but have you ever stopped to think about where they come from? From "aplomb" to "derisory", and from...

A brutal murder in Cambridgeshire sets off a chain of events that tests the limits of Detective DI Manon Bradshaw's world. When the victim turns out to be closer to her than she could have guessed,...

The Blackbird is a gripping novel by Richard Stark, a master of the hard-boiled genre. This third book in the Alan Grofield series is a tense, action-packed tale of international crime and conspiracy...