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Explorers on Black Ice Bridge (The Polar Bear Explorers' Club)
by Alex BellIn the third magical Stella Starflake adventure the explorers meet gargoyles, sea-gremlins, mermaids, red devil squids - even a Gentleman Flamingo!Ice princess Stella Starflake and her father Felix are in trouble: President Fogg has expelled them from the Polar Bear Explorers' Club, and banned them from going on any further expeditions.Stella's not going to be put off by rules and regulations though. She knows her friend Shay is in danger of turning into a witch wolf himself, since receiving a deadly bite on their last adventure. It's vital that Stella and her friends set out to find the spellbook that could save his life, even if it means travelling over the cursed Black Ice Bridge.It's a formidable and dangerous task, and their journey takes them on a breathtaking, page-turning adventure!Praise for the series:'A magical adventure of friendship, bravery and derring-do in a richly imagined world.' The Bookseller'A fantastic frosty adventure.' Sunday Express'Wintry, atmospheric, highly imaginative fantasy.' Metro'The most huggable book of the year . . . An (iced) gem.' SFX
The Extremely Inconvenient Adventures of Bronte Mettlestone (A Bronte Mettlestone Adventure #1)
by Jaclyn Moriarty'Perfect for fans of Lemony Snicket' – a Book of the Year in the i News'A whirligig of adventure' – The Telegraph_______________Bronte Mettlestone is ten years old when her parents are killed by pirates.This does not bother her much: her parents ran away to have adventures when she was a baby. She has been raised by her Aunt Isabelle, with assistance from the Butler, and has spent a pleasant childhood of afternoon teas and riding lessons. Now, however, her parents have left detailed instructions for Bronte in their will. (Instructions that, annoyingly, have been reinforced with faery cross-stitch, which means that if she doesn't complete them, terrible things could happen) She must travel the kingdoms alone, delivering gifts to ten other aunts: a farmer aunt who owns an orange orchard, a veterinarian aunt who specializes in dragon care, a pair of aunts who captain a cruise ship, and a former rock star aunt who is now the reigning monarch of a small kingdom.But as she travels from aunt to aunt, Bronte suspects there might be more to this journey than the simple delivery of treasure; though little does she suspect that she will have to play such a big part in the extraordinary events that follow.Fans will also love book II in the series:9781913101107 The Slightly Alarming Tale of the Whispering Wars
Fabulous
by Lucy Hughes-HallettNot since Angela Carter’s The Bloody Chamber have old stories been made to feel so electrically new. Not since Wim Winders’ Wings of Desire have the numinous and the everyday been so magically combined.
Fairy (EDGE: I HERO: Immortals)
by Steve Barlow Steve SkidmoreExciting, choose-your-own-destiny adventure story in which YOU are the hero!In Fairy, you are a captain in the Fairy Guard. You are called upon to protect the magical land of Mab from an Evil Elf, who has stolen your land's protective magic: the golden casket. Will you be able to save Mab from a horrible fate? It's up to you to choose your path... In each adventure the reader makes a choice that affects how the story progresses - it really is 'decide-your-own-destiny!Reading Age 6-8 years, Interest Range 7-10 years and printed using a font approved by the British Dyslexia AssociationWritten by the award-winning duo Steve Barlow and Steve Skidmore (more commonly known as the 2Steves).
The Fall of Crazy House (Crazy House #2)
by James PattersonSEQUEL TO NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER CRAZY HOUSETwin sisters Becca and Cassie barely escaped the Crazy House alive. Now they're trained, skilled fighters who fear nothing – not even the all-powerful United regime.Together, the sisters hold the key to defeating the despotic government and freeing the people of the former United States. But to win this war, will the girls have to become the very thing they hate?
Fall or, Dodge in Hell: A Novel
by Neal StephensonFrom the New York Times bestselling author of SEVENEVES ‘One of the great novels of our time’ Wall Street Journal‘Staggering’ New York Times‘Captivating’ Washington Post‘Cutting-edge’ Booklist‘Epic’ Kirkus‘Mind-blowing’ Slate
Fallen: An Alex Verus Novel (Alex Verus #10)
by Benedict JackaEverything is on the line for probability mage Alex Verus in the tenth urban fantasy novel from the bestselling author of Fated.Once Alex Verus was a diviner trying to live quietly under the radar. Now he's a member of the Light Council who's found success, friends . . . and love. But it's come with a price - the Council is investigating him, and if they find out the truth, he'll lose everything. Meanwhile, Alex's old master, Richard Drakh, is waging a war against the Council, and he's preparing a move that will bring Alex and the life mage, Anne, under his control. Caught between Richard and the Council, Alex's time is running out. To protect those he cares for, Alex will have to become something different. Something darker. . .
Falling from the Clouds: How Coyote Realised His World Was Smaller Than He Thought (Coyote Crosses the Continent #1)
by Ian Cooke-TapiaCoyote knows everything there is to know about his homeland. From the sea to the east,to the ocean to the west; it is all known to him. He knows the desert and the plains and the spires. Coyote knows too how to get any creature and the land itself do what he wants and believe it is their idea. One day, as Coyote walks the clouds in search of food, he notices a creature he had never seen before. Meeting Khirkinchu, the Giant Armadillo, makes Coyote realise that the world he thinks he knows is small indeed. And that just can’t do! He is Coyote, and he should know everything there is to know about the world. Full of curiosity and energy Coyote sets out in search of the southern lands. Yet Kirkinchu warns him that he will never reach them unless he meets the King of the Vultures.
False Value: Book 8 in the #1 bestselling Rivers of London series (Rivers Of London Ser. #8)
by Ben AaronovitchThe hugely anticipated brand new RIVERS OF LONDON novel...Peter Grant is facing fatherhood, and an uncertain future, with equal amounts of panic and enthusiasm. Rather than sit around, he takes a job with émigré Silicon Valley tech genius Terrence Skinner's brand new London start up - the Serious Cybernetics Company.Drawn into the orbit of Old Street's famous 'silicon roundabout', Peter must learn how to blend in with people who are both civilians and geekier than he is. Compared to his last job, Peter thinks it should be a doddle. But magic is not finished with Mama Grant's favourite son.Because Terrence Skinner has a secret hidden in the bowels of the SCC. A technology that stretches back to Ada Lovelace and Charles Babbage, and forward to the future of artificial intelligence. A secret that is just as magical as it technological - and just as dangerous.Praise for the Rivers of London novels:'An incredibly fast-moving magical joyride for grown-ups' The Times'As brilliant and funny as ever' Sun'For all the murder and mayhem, this is a darkly comic read with characters you can't help but like' Sunday Express
Fan Phenomena: Harry Potter (Fan Phenomena (PDF))
by Valerie FrankelFan Phenomena: Harry Potter is a journey—yes, a magical one—through one of the largest fanbases of all time and their efforts to ensure that The Boy Who Lived would live forever.
The Farm: A Novel
by Joanne RamosWhat would you sacrifice for a new life? 'A firecracker of a novel, at once caustic and tender, page-turning and thought-provoking. Highly recommended' Madeline Miller'Ramos's debut novel couldn't be more relevant or timely' O: The Oprah Magazine, '25 Books We Can't Wait to Read in 2019''Exploring everything from white privilege to surrogacy, The Farm is set to be one of the biggest books for 2019' Stylist, 'Books you need to add to your 2019 reading list''An unsettling, unputdownable read' ELLE, 'Ones To Watch: The New Writers We're Excited To Read In 2019''Wow, Joanne Ramos has written the page-turner about immigrants chasing what's left of the American dream ... Truly unforgettable' Gary ShteyngartAmbitious businesswoman Mae Yu runs Golden Oaks - a luxury retreat transforming the fertility industry - where women get the very best of everything, so long as they play by the rules.Jane is a young immigrant in search of a better future. Stuck living in a cramped dorm with her baby daughter and her shrewd aunt Ate, she sees an unmissable chance to change her life. But at what cost?A brilliant, darkly funny novel that explores the role of luck and merit, class, ambition and sacrifice, The Farm is an unforgettable story about how we live and who truly holds power.
Fated
by Teri TerryDon't miss this prequel to the multi award-winning SLATED trilogy by Teri Terry, queen of the teen thriller!I'm just one girl. What can I do?Sam's cosy life as daughter of the Deputy Prime Minister is about to end. These are turbulent times. Borders have closed and protests are turning violent. The government blames the country's youth, and is cracking down hard. Mobile phones are blocked, gatherings are banned and dissent is brutally crushed.Sam is torn between family loyalty and doing what is right. When she meets Ava and Lucas her mind is made up.One girl, one choice. She can make a difference: she must. Even if her life - and her heart - are on the line ...A red-hot thriller packed with secrets and revelations that shines a new light on the award-winning SLATED trilogy.
The Fifth Ward: Good Company (The Fifth Ward)
by Dale Lucas'If you're looking for a book that will give you everything you love about fantasy in a way you haven't seen it before, you've found it' B&N Sci-Fi and Fantasy Blog on First WatchIn the most dangerous district in the city, Rem and Torval have been perfecting their good cop, bad cop routine while protecting residents from the likes of drug-dealing orcs and mind-controlling elves.Now, Rem and Torval must leave the city to escort a notorious thief through a dangerous forest. But the thief's companions are waiting, and the soldiers Rem and Torval journey with might not be so honourable.Praise for The Fifth Ward'A buddy cop story in a secondary world setting. What else do you need to know? . . . page-turning entertainment' Pornokitsch 'A brilliant premise, wonderfully told. A city that breathes, and heroes you can't help but root for' Nicholas Eames 'A glorious tour through fantasy's seamier side. A wilder ride than Middle Earth, and you'll love every minute of it!' Jon Hollins, author of the Dragon Lords series
Final Option: 'The best one yet' (The Oregon Files #14)
by Clive Cussler Boyd MorrisonTHE THRILLING NEW OREGON FILES NOVEL FROM THE ADVENTURE KING CLIVE CUSSLER'An all-out nonstop action thriller . . . the best one yet. The story hits the gas pedal and never taps the brakes' Mail Online The Oregon crew face their greatest threat - a ship as secretive and powerful as their own and an enemy from their captain's past every bit as wily and canny as Cabrillo himself . . . When the CIA realizes the identities of three American spies in Brazil have been compromised, they turn to Juan Cabrillo and the crew of the Oregon to rescue the agents. What seems like a routine operation turns out to be a trap designed by Juan Cabrillo's greatest enemy, seeking revenge. At the heart of the plot is a state-of-the-art ship that is identical to the Oregon: same weaponry, same technology, same ability to evade capture. But it doesn't have is Cabrillo and his talented crew - will they be enough to go up against the only ship that rivals their own? In this high-stakes high seas mission packed with page-turning intrigue and exhilarating suspense, Final Option proves once again that no one writes adventure like Cussler. __________ 'Cussler is hard to beat' Daily Mail 'The Adventure King' Sunday Express 'Nobody does it better . . . nobody!' Stephen Coonts 'Just about the best storyteller in the business' New York Post
Finale: Caraval Series Book 3 (Caraval Ser. #3)
by Stephanie Garber'Extravagantly imaginative and enchanting . . . Pure magic and escapism' Cecelia AhernSunday Times and #1 New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Garber takes us once again to the magical world of Caraval, where Scarlett and Tella Dragna must fight for their happy endings. . .Caraval is over, but perhaps the greatest game of all has begun - with lives, empires, and hearts all at stake. There are no spectators this time: only those who will win, and those who will lose everything. Welcome, welcome to the Caraval's Finale. All games must come to an end . . .Further praise for the Caraval Series:'Enchanting . . . [I] never wanted to come out' Sabaa Tahir'Immersive and engaging . . . destined to capture imaginations' Kirkus'An enchanting carnival of dreams and nightmares . . . beautifully and vividly written' SciFi Now
Find Me (Shatter Me Novella Ser.)
by Tahereh MafiPerfect for fans of Tahereh Mafi's New York Times bestselling Shatter Me trilogy, this book collects the final two companion novellas, Shadow Me and Reveal Me, leading up to the explosive final in the series – coming next year.
Fing: An Explosively Funny Tale
by David WalliamsThe new children’s book from No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams – a deliciously daft Tall Story of a child who had everything, but still wanted more. Illustrated by artistic genius, Tony Ross.
Fire Girl, Forest Boy
by Chloe DaykinMaya has to escape. She's on the run in a country she doesn't know and has no idea who to trust. Raul is escaping too - travelling back to his home where a terrible tragedy happened, ready to stir up trouble.When their paths collide in the middle of the jungle, the sparks begin to fly. As modern world corruption meets the magic and legends of ancient times, can Maya draw on her hidden light to find the way through to the truth?A book about light, about magic and belief, and about unlocking your own potential, from the critically acclaimed author of Fish Boy.
The First Time Lauren Pailing Died
by Alyson Rudd‘STYLISH, ALLURING, UTTERLY GRIPPING’ Observer ‘LIKE NOTHING YOU HAVE EVER READ BEFORE’ Red
Five Dark Fates (Three Dark Crowns #4)
by Kendare BlakeThree dark sisters rise to fight. Allegiances shift. Bonds break. Secrets surface.Mirabella has returned to the capital, seemingly under a banner of truce.Katharine maintains her rule over Fennbirn – for now – but at huge personal cost. Arsinoe is lost, the responsibility of stopping the ravaging mist heavy on her shoulders.As oldest and youngest circle each other, and Katharine begins to yearn for the closeness that Mirabella and Arsinoe share, the dead queens hiss caution. They whisper that Mirabella is not to be trusted. But even they are drawn to her power . . .The fate of the island lies in the hands of its queens.Five Dark Fates is the epic conclusion to Kendare Blake's bestselling Three Dark Crowns series.
The Flat Stanley Collection: Flat Stanley, Invisible Stanley, Stanley In Space, And Stanley, Flat Again! (Flat Stanley Ser.)
by Jeff BrownThe magical and brilliantly funny adventures of everyone’s favourite flat boy – Flat Stanley. With wonderful new illustrations by award-winning illustrator Rob Biddulph.
Fluger the Sightless Slitherer: Series 24 Book 2 (Beast Quest)
by Adam BladeBattle Beasts and fight Evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up!A wicked curse has been put on Tom's magical Golden Armour, turning its powers to Evil. Now he has fallen under its enchantment and is being controlled by his pirate enemy, Ria. Tom must battle a terrifying water monster - but he will need the help of his loyal companion Elenna more than ever ...There are FOUR thrilling adventures to collect in The Enchanted Armour series - don't miss out! Electro the Storm Bird; Fluger the Sightless Slitherer; Morax the Wrecking Menace; Krokol the Father of Fear.If you like Beast Quest, check out Adam Blade's other series: Team Hero, Sea Quest and Beast Quest: New Blood!
Fools (Gateway Essentials)
by Pat CadiganWarning: Personalities for Sale.All the World's a role.In a world of brainsuckers and bodysnatchers, you can't take anything for granted. Not even your own identity.When Marva, a struggling Method actress, wakes up in a hologram pool in an exclusive priv club with fancy new clothes and plenty of money, she knows something is strange. When a memory of a murder starts tugging at her, she knows something is very strange, and that she'd better find out whose life she's living. Fast.Pursued by assassins from a mysterious Escort Service and renegade mind-pirates of every description, Marva must venture into the seamy Downs to find out who wrote the script of the most difficult role of her career.Winner of the Arthur C. Clarke Award for best novel, 1995
For the Love of Cupidity: The sizzling romance from the bestselling author of The Plated Prisoner series (Heart Hassle #4)
by Raven KennedyWelcome to Happily Ever After . . .Emelle and her four mates are now parents, and their nest is growing.Aside from the impending delivery she has to prepare for, Emelle also happens to be the cupid boss, which means she needs to train the new recruits just in time for Valentine's Day.With cupids, and babies, and her harem mates, she's got her hands full.Yet as she knows, if you can't do something with love, then it's not worth doing at all. Luckily, she still has plenty of that to go around.And she's about to get a lot more love back than she expected...For the Love of Cupidity is a novella and Book Four in the fun, addictive and sexy Heart Hassle series
Forest Mage (The Soldier Son Trilogy #2)
by Robin Hobb‘Fantasy as it ought to be written’ George R.R. Martin