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A Cruel Twist of Fate
by H. F. AskwithAnd Then There Were None meets The Inheritance Games, with a heavy dash of The Woman in Black, in this gloriously gothic YA mystery-thriller.When eighteen-year-old Helena is sent to be a governess at Archfall Manor - a beautiful but crumbling manor house, perched at the edge of a causeway in the North Sea - she feels confident she will know how to deal with the esteemed but eccentric Cauldwell family who own it. But it quickly becomes clear that the Cauldwells are hiding more than Helena could ever have dreamed of.A series of sinister events come to a head with a gruesome death - swiftly followed by another. Worse still, with the path back to the mainland cut off by a terrible storm, and no way to get help, suspicions and paranoia quickly run rampant.But the Cauldwells aren't the only ones keeping secrets. Helena has some very important ones of her own - and soon she begins to wonder whether dark powers beyond her control might be forcing her to twist the fate of the family - and her own destiny - forever.Praise for A Dark Inheritance: "A powerful, heart-racing story of family, fate, and writing your own destiny. Intricately plotted and luminously written - I loved it" Laura Steven, author of The Society for Soulless Girls
From the World of Percy Jackson: The Sun and the Star (The Nico Di Angelo Adventures)
by Rick Riordan Mark OshiroFrom New York Times #1 best-selling author Rick Riordan and award-winning author Mark Oshiro comes a new standalone adventure featuring two of the most popular characters from the world of Percy Jackson and the Olympians.ONE PROPHECY. TWO DEMIGODS. A HEROIC QUEST.Nico di Angelo is pretty familiar with the realms of death, being the son of Hades and all. So when a desperate voice starts plaguing his dreams, Nico is convinced it's coming from the Underworld and belongs to an old friend - a reformed Titan called Bob. Then an ominous prophecy leaves Nico in no doubt - Bob needs his help and Nico must rescue him.Of course Nico's boyfriend, Will Solace, the son of Apollo (the god of light) insists on joining the quest too. But can will even survive in the darkest part of the world? And what does the prophecy mean when it says that Nico will have to leave something of equal value behind?As Nico faces demons both internal and external, his relationship with Will is tested to its very core. Can love find its way, even through the depths of hell?
The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness
by Jonathan Haidt‘Jonathan Haidt is a modern-day prophet, disguised as a psychologist . . . He points the way forward to a brighter, stronger future for us all’ Susan Cain'Compelling, readable, remarkably persuasive' Telegraph'Urgent and essential . . . it ought to become a foundational text for the growing movement' GuardianFrom the international bestselling author of The Righteous Mind and The Coddling of the American MindAfter more than a decade of stability or improvement, the mental health of adolescents in many countries around the world deteriorated suddenly in the early 2010s. Why have rates of depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicide risen so sharply, more than doubling in many cases?In this book, Social Psychologist Jonathan Haidt argues that the decline of free-play in childhood and the rise of smartphone usage among adolescents are the twin sources of increased mental distress among teenagers.Haidt delves into the latest psychological and biological research to show how, between 2010 and 2015, childhood and adolescence got rewired. As teens traded in their flip phones for smartphones packed with social media apps, time online soared while time engaging face-to-face with friends and family plummeted, and so did mental health. This profound shift took place against a backdrop of diminishing childhood freedom, as parents over-supervised every aspect of their children’s lives offline, depriving them of the experiences they most need to become strong and self-governing adults.The Anxious Generation reveals the fundamental ways in which this shift from free-play to smartphones disrupts development – from sleep deprivation to addiction – with separate in-depth analyses of the impact on girls and boys. Grounded in ancient wisdom and packed full of cutting-edge science, this eye-opening book is a life raft and a powerful call-to-arms, offering practical advice for parents, schools, governments, and teens themselves.
Hidden Healers: The Unexpected Ways Women in Prison Help Each Other Survive
by Stephanie S. CovingtonA gripping and deeply-felt examination of incarcerated women's lives With unflinching clarity, Hidden Healers cuts through the myths about incarcerated women to expose the all-too-real brutalities they face within a criminal legal system never designed for them. Backed by three decades' experience providing therapeutic programs inside prisons across the United States, trauma specialist Dr. Stephanie Covington has used her unique access to amplify the voices of the women themselves. Their stories illuminate realities most never see: that most women who get caught up in the criminal justice system have themselves been victims of harm, that the degradations of today's prisons and jails only magnify their trauma- and that incarcerated women regularly risk punishment to tend to one another's well-being in unexpected acts of kindness. Grounded in research and rich with personal narrative, Hidden Healers is a poignant and riveting look inside women's prisons and jails- and what we can do to help.
Royal Rebel (Princess Diaries #6)
by Meg CabotThe fabulous The Princess Diaries series by Meg Cabot continues with the sixth book Royal Rebel, previously published as Sixsational.How can Princess Mia Thermopolis bear it? Michael, her one true love, has gone away to college, leaving her to face a new school year totally alone (well, nearly).With a potential eco-disaster happening in Genovia, a new English teacher who doesn't understand her and a totally transformed (hot!) Boris to get used to, life for the world's most reluctant royal is looking like it can't get much worse. Until Grandmère and Lilly step in – with a plan to save Genovia and Albert Einstein High. A plan that involves Grandmère showing up at school in her fur cape and tiara!
Every Time You Hear That Song
by Jenna VorisTold in alternating perspectives, Every Time You Hear That Song is a swoonworthy summer road-trip romance, perfect for fans of Taylor Jenkins-Reid and Casey McQuiston.Seventeen-year-old aspiring journalist Darren Purchase is looking for a news story to launch her career and get her out of her stifling small town.When her country music idol Decklee Cassel dies leaving behind a trail of cross-country musical clues to her final album, Darren sees her opportunity for fame and freedom. All she needs is a car, though the only driver she knows is her annoying co-worker, Kendall . . .As Darren and Kendall get closer to the prize – and each other – everything Darren thought she knew about the woman she idolized begins to unravel.What actually happened to Decklee’s songwriting partner? And who were all those soul-stirring love songs written for?Praise for Every Time You Hear That Song:“I absolutely loved this romantic, page-turning adventure about loving people and places who cannot love you back on your terms. If you’ve ever tried to make yourself smaller for a world that was never meant to contain you, this book will be a balm to your soul.”—Dahlia Adler, author of Home Field Advantage“Every Time You Hear That Song is the literary equivalent of hitting the open road with the windows down and the radio blasting. After devouring this book, I’m officially in my Jenna Voris era.”—Brian D. Kennedy, author of A Little Bit Country and My Fair Brady
Proud
by VariousVISIONARY HONOURS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2020 Celebrate the fifth anniversary of PROUD in this dazzling new edition of the anthology, featuring a brand-new story and artwork. A stirring, bold and moving anthology of stories and poetry by top LGBTQ+ YA authors and new talent, giving their unique responses to the broad theme of pride. Each story has an illustration by an artist identifying as part of the LGBTQ+ community. Compiled by Juno Dawson, author of THIS BOOK IS GAY and CLEAN. A celebration of LGBTQ+ talent, PROUD is a thought-provoking, funny, emotional read. Contributors: Steve Antony, Dean Atta, Kip Alizadeh, Fox Benwell, Alex Bertie, Caroline Bird, Kathi Burke, Tanya Byrne, Moïra Fowley, Frank Duffy, Simon James Green, Leo Greenfield, Saffa Khan, Karen Lawler, David Levithan, Priyanka Meenakshi, Alice Oseman, Michael Lee Richardson, David Roberts, Cynthia So, Kay Staples, Jessica Vallance, K Valentin and Kameron White.
The Girl in Question: The thrilling sequel to The Girls I've Been
by Tess SharpeThe highly anticipated sequel to the must-read psychological thriller The Girls I've Been (soon to be a Netflix film).Nora O'Malley has survived . . . senior year, that is. School's over, but her life isn't, which is weird since last she checked, her murderous stepdad Raymond is finally free. Determined to enjoy summer before her (possibly) imminent demise, Nora plans a backpacking trip with Iris and Wes. And Wes's girlfriend tags along. Amanda's nice, so it's not a huge issue. Until she gets taken. Or rather, mis-taken . . . for Nora, that is. Now they're deep in the woods. Raymond has a hostage. Nora has no leverage. Iris is carving spears out of sticks. And Wes is building booby traps. It'll take all of them to make it out alive. But someone is lying. Someone is keeping secrets. And someone has to die.Praise for THE GIRLS I'VE BEEN'Unlike anything I've read before... immediate, gripping, incredibly tense, heart-breaking, heart-warming and FUN! ' - Holly Jackson, author of A Good Girl's Guide to Murder'Slick, stylish and full of suspense' Sophie McKenzie, author of Girl, Missing'A powerful gut-punch of a book that will leave you reeling long after its final pages. I couldn't put it down!' Chelsea Pitcher, author of This Lie Will Kill You'I could hardly breathe until I finished. The tension! Absolutely loved it.' Emily Barr, author of The One Memory of Flora Banks
Sister Spirit
by Efua TraoréA supernatural thriller, blending African myth, friendship, romance and self-discovery from prize-winning author, Efua Traoré.Sixteen-year-old adopted Tara has questions – about who she is, where she belongs, why she dreams... When her nightmares darken, fears swarm like a flock of ravens and she traces her visions to the ancient Olumo Rock in Nigeria. It is a sacred place, full of magic, myth, and where whispers of the past linger.Travelling from England and enrolling in a boarding school at the foot of Olumo, Tara begins a journey to seek the truth of her roots and the spirits that pursue her.
Virtual Kombat (Virtual Kombat #2)
by Chris BradfordA thrilling, high-octane sci-fi adventure from Bodyguard bestseller, Chris Bradford.
One Shot
by Tanya LandmanA powerful and deeply moving coming-of-age drama from Carnegie Medal-winning author Tanya Landman, inspired by the life of infamous sharpshooter Annie Oakley.
Super-readable YA – Mind the Gap (Super-readable YA)
by Phil EarlePowerful drama of love, loss, family and friendship from a superstar of UK children’s and YA fiction, inspired by a tremendously moving true story.
Because of You
by Eve AinsworthPoppy feels like her life is falling to pieces in this coming-of-age novella of blended families and online bullying from best-selling author Eve Ainsworth.
A Most Peculiar Toy Factory
by Alex BellBestselling author Alex Bell serves up mystery and dark humour aplenty in this Roald Dahl-esque middle-grade tale of toys brought to life.
Passing for White
by Tanya LandmanTreachery, adventure and dreams of freedom triumph in this stunningly evocative historical adventure, inspired by a stunning real-life story, and brought to a modern teen audience by a Carnegie Medal-winning author.
Super-readable YA – Second Best Friend (Super-readable YA)
by Non PrattAnother stunning novella by a hot new talent in YA, in a gorgeous collectable edition. Two best friends are pushed to breaking point as a dark secret is revealed and the pressures of excellence threaten to destroy their friendship forever.
The Starlight Watchmaker
by Lauren JamesAn unlikely friendship is forged between android and student in this wildly imaginative sci-fi mystery from YA star Lauren James.
What Magic Is This?
by Holly BourneThe power of female friendship casts its spell in this uplifting Barrington Stoke debut from one of the hottest properties in UKYA.
The Disconnect
by Keren DavidHow will a group of teenagers react when they are offered £1,000 to give up their mobile phone in Keren David’s thought-provoking story of perspective and influence.
The Harder They Fall
by Bali RaiA heart-warming and thought-provoking story of family, friendship and foodbanks, from an award-winning author well-known for his gritty realism for teens.
Super-readable YA – Kerb-Stain Boys: The Crongton Broadway Robbery (Super-readable YA)
by Alex WheatleA sharp, witty and heartfelt tale of the ups and downs of teenage life from multi-award-winning Alex Wheatle.
Super-readable YA – The Last Days of Archie Maxwell (Super-readable YA)
by Annabel PitcherFull of love, humour and heartbreak, this beautifully crafted YA novella from the multi-award-winning author of Ketchup Clouds and My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece is a compassionate and distinctive tale of modern family life and its issues.
The Truth of Things (The Truth of Things #2)
by Anthony McGowanA poignant and powerful sequel to Carnegie longlisted Brock.
Classic Retellings – Jane Eyre: A Retelling (Classic Retellings)
by Tanya LandmanCarnegie Medal-winning author Tanya Landman returns with a brilliantly realised and truly accessible retelling of one of the greatest novels ever written.
Hidden Healers: The Unexpected Ways Women in Prison Help Each Other Survive
by Stephanie S. CovingtonA gripping and deeply-felt examination of incarcerated women's lives With unflinching clarity, Hidden Healers cuts through the myths about incarcerated women to expose the all-too-real brutalities they face within a criminal legal system never designed for them. Backed by three decades' experience providing therapeutic programs inside prisons across the United States, trauma specialist Dr. Stephanie Covington has used her unique access to amplify the voices of the women themselves. Their stories illuminate realities most never see: that most women who get caught up in the criminal justice system have themselves been victims of harm, that the degradations of today's prisons and jails only magnify their trauma- and that incarcerated women regularly risk punishment to tend to one another's well-being in unexpected acts of kindness. Grounded in research and rich with personal narrative, Hidden Healers is a poignant and riveting look inside women's prisons and jails- and what we can do to help.