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ID: 793740

Title: Mice

Author: Gordon Reece

Narrator: Polly Lee

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8:21:59

Language: English

Release date: 10-10-24

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Genres: Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Suspense, Psychological

Summary:

‘A gripping, flawless novel’ – Sophie Hannah, author of The Opposite of Murder

A mother and daughter, pushed too far. Complex and compulsive, Mice is a twisting work of psychological suspense from Gordon Reece.

Sixteen year old Shelley and her mother move to Honeysuckle cottage in the middle of the countryside, fleeing their fears and anxieties and hoping to put behind them years of suffering at the hands of others.

Shelley has endured terrible bullying from the girls who used to be her best friends, and her mother has been left reeling following a divorce from her selfish, demanding husband. For Shelley and her mother are ‘mice’ – timid, nervous and obliging. And for a while, in their cottage-haven, the women flourish.

But one night, their fragile peace is shattered when Shelley wakes to hear a creak on the stairs. Someone has broken into the house . . .

In the shocking, chilling events that follow, Shelley’s world is turned on its head, as the women find themselves tested as never before. And as their lives spiral out of control, the tension reaches fever pitch, and Shelley begins to wonder: if she and her mother are not mice after all, then what are they?

'A sophisticated psychological thriller . . . gripping' – Guardian

'Truly remarkable . . . Mice is a book many will without question be talking about' – Daily Express

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ID: 764347

Title: Map of Bones

Author: Kate Mosse

Narrator: Hattie Morahan

Format: Unabridged

Length: 15:00:00

Language: English

Release date: 10-10-24

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Genres: Fiction & Literature, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Action & Adventure

Summary:

'Mosse is a master storyteller' – Madeleine Miller, bestselling author of Circe

A sweeping story of love, adventure and adversity, The Map of Bones by Kate Mosse is an epic tale of courageous women battling to survive in a hostile land.

Olifantshoek, Southern Africa, 1688. When the violent Cape wind blows from the south-east, they say the voices of the unquiet dead can be heard whispering through the deserted valley. Suzanne Joubert, a Huguenot refugee from war-torn France, arrives in search of her cousin — the notorious she-captain and pirate commander Louise Reydon-Joubert — who landed at the Cape of Good Hope more than sixty years before, then disappeared without a trace . . .

Franschhoek, Southern Africa, 1862. Nearly one hundred and eighty years after Suzanne’s perilous journey, another intrepid and courageous woman of the Joubert family — Isabelle Lepard — has journeyed to the small frontier town once known as Oliftantshoek in search of her long-lost relations. Intent on putting the women of her family back into the history books, she quickly discovers that the crimes and tragedies still shadow the present. And now, Isabelle faces a race against time if she is to discover the truth, and escape with her life . . .

Painstakingly researched and beautifully told, The Map of Bones is the fourth – and final – novel of The Joubert Family Chronicles, following the bestselling The Burning Chambers, The City of Tears and The Ghost Ship.

Praise for The Joubert Family Chronicles:

'Gripping, complex and intensely atmospheric' – The Mail on Sunday on The Burning Chambers

'A historical epic' – The Observer on The City of Tears

'Meticulously researched and stunningly written' – Santa Montefiore, bestselling author of Wait for Me, on The Ghost Ship

The Ghost Ship by Kate Mosse was a #1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 09-07-23

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ID: 756084

Title: Never: The Autobiography

Author: Rick Astley

Narrator: Rick Astley

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7:42:53

Language: English

Release date: 10-10-24

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Genres: Biography & Memoir, Arts & Entertainment

Summary:

Read by the author, Rick Astley

'I hadn’t been very comfortable with fame, but I didn’t know what to do with myself after I was famous. On the surface, I was just hugely relieved to be shot of the whole thing. I felt like I’d been let off the hook . . . But underneath that, I was pretty miserable.'

When 'Never Gonna Give You Up’ propelled Rick Astley into the pop stratosphere, it changed his life forever. Nothing could have prepared the young, unassuming lad from Lancashire for what was in store for him. This is Rick's story – in his own words.

At just nineteen, Rick agreed to sign with legendary music producer Pete Waterman – under the wings of music powerhouse Stock Aitken Waterman. Unpredictable, outlandish adventures followed, giving him a peek into the mechanics of the music industry – all of which would eventually take Rick from the shadows of local bands to international stardom. From platinum-selling albums to worldwide tours, the world was at Rick’s feet. And then, suddenly, at what seemed like the height of fame, it wasn’t.

At twenty-seven, Rick retired himself from the industry that had brought him much success and financial stability. Behind the hits and the glitz and glamour was a young man coming to terms with his new-found fame, the realities of life in the pop-music machine and the pressures of life on the road, not to mention reconciling with his childhood spent between his divorced parents in a volatile family dynamic. Time out of the industry offered Rick room for much-needed reflection and therapy – and unknowingly helped to set the stage for his triumphant return to music.

Balancing nostalgia, fresh perspectives and introspection, with a good dose of northern humour, Never is an intimate look at the man behind the hits – and is a portrait of truth, artistic evolution and the astounding power of contentment.

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ID: 791359

Title: Cold Open: DCI Lomond Crime Thrillers Book 4

Author: Andrew Raymond

Narrator: Angus King

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5:48:20

Language: English

Release date: 10-10-24

Publisher: Whole Story QUEST

Genres: Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Suspense

Summary:

Some cases should never be reopened

When a body is discovered during the building of the new Govan-Partick Bridge, it forces the reopening of a case that DCI Lomond would rather forget.

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ID: 806304

Title: Triangle

Author: Danielle Steel

Narrator: Dan John Miller

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6:44:39

Language: English

Release date: 10-10-24

Publisher: W.F. Howes

Genres: Romance, General

Summary:

A Paris gallery owner finds herself in danger when a mysterious man begins leaving her messages, in #1 New York Times bestselling author Danielle Steel's thrilling new novel.

As she approaches the milestone birthday of forty, delicate blond beauty Amanda Delanoe finds joy in running a chic contemporary art gallery in the City of Light. The only child of a French businessman and an American model, both now deceased, Amanda lives well and adores her dog, Lulu, but so far the love of her life has eluded her.

Then she meets Olivier Saint Albin, a dashing publisher. At the same time, she reconnects with Tom Quinlan, an old boyfriend from her days at NYU twenty years ago, now a lawyer on sabbatical who has come to Paris to devote himself to writing a thriller.

Charming Olivier is a master at the art of flirtation, but as Amanda feels herself falling for him, she learns he is married. Providing counsel and support is her friend and co-owner of the gallery, fun-loving bachelor Pascal Leblanc. When Amanda begins to receive threatening phone calls late at night, it is Pascal she turns to. Then someone breaks into her apartment on the Left Bank, and it's all too clear she is in real danger. But from whom? An old love, a new love, or a stranger? As love enters her life, so does terror. . . .

Triangle is at once the story of a woman dedicated to staying true to her principles and a breathtaking tale of suspense from the one and only Danielle Steel.

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ID: 720053

Title: Swordcrossed

Author: Freya Marske

Narrator: Omari Douglas

Format: Unabridged

Length: 14:19:05

Language: English

Release date: 10-10-24

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Genres: Science Fiction & Fantasy, Romance, Fiction & Literature, LGBTQ+, Romantasy

Summary:

Brimming with steamy romance, rougeish charm and intrigue, Swordcrossed is a dazzling queer fantasy from the internationally bestselling author of The Last Binding trilogy.

‘If you’re doing romantasy without Freya Marske, you’re doing it wrong’ – Casey McQuiston, author of Red, White & Royal Blue

Low stakes. High heat. Sharp steel . . .

Mattinesh Jay, heir to his family’s struggling business, needs his arranged marriage to go off without a hitch. But if he’s to successfully restore his house’s fortunes, Matti must first hire a swordsman to defend him against any sword-challenges at the altar. Unfortunately, the only duellist he can afford is part-time con artist and full-time charming menace Luca Piere.

All Luca wants to do is make some easy money and forget the crime he committed in his home town. He didn’t plan on being blackmailed into giving sword lessons to a chronically responsible – and inconveniently handsome – wool-merchant like Matti.

However, neither Matti’s business troubles nor Luca himself are quite what they seem. As secrets threaten to drive a blade through their growing alliance, both Matti and Luca will have to answer the question: how many lies are you prepared to strip away when the truth could mean losing everything you want?

The cosy, low stakes of Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree meets the scorching bodyguard fantasy of Jennifer L. Armentrout's From Blood and Ash in this enemies-to-lovers romance by Freya Marske.

‘Deliciously cosy and blisteringly hot’ – Lex Croucher, author of Gwen and Art Are Not in Love

‘Swordcrossed proves there's nothing in fantasy – or queer romance – Marske can't do’ – Sarah Rees Brennan, author of Long Live Evil

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ID: 792188

Title: Breakfast Club Adventures: The Headless Ghost

Author: Marcus Rashford

Narrator: Kenton Thomas

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2:34:47

Language: English

Release date: 10-10-24

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Genres: Kids, Mystery & Fantasy, Humor

Summary:

The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Headless Ghost is the fifth book in an exciting mystery series by England International footballer, child food-poverty campaigner and bestselling author Marcus Rashford MBE. Inspired by Marcus's own experiences growing up! The perfect spooky listen for Halloween.

There’s only a week to go before the school play when things start going wrong in rehearsals. Sets crash over, lights go on and off and the fog machine has a mind of its own. There are rumours that a headless ghost has been haunting the dressing rooms and ruining rehearsals with its ear splitting screech.

Marcus and his friends must work together to solve the mystery before opening night. The show must go on, so it’s a good thing the Breakfast Club Investigators never give up!

Written with Isaac Hamilton-McKenzie, The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Headless Ghost is the perfect book for children aged 8-11. Join the Breakfast Club Investigators on more adventures in The Phantom Thief and The Treasure Hunt Monster!

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ID: 787715

Title: My Three Dogs

Author: W. Bruce Cameron

Narrator: W. Bruce Cameron

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12:30:00

Language: English

Release date: 10-10-24

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Genres: Fiction & Literature, General

Summary:

Read by the author, W. Bruce Cameron

My Three Dogs is a charming and heartfelt new novel from the number one bestselling author of A Dog's Purpose, about humankind's most loyal companion, and a wonderful adventure of love, family and finding home.

Life has never been sweeter since the day Labradoodle puppy Archie came bounding into the lives of best friends Luna, the Jack Russell, and Riggs, the miniature Australian shepherd.

However, when a tragic accident separates the three dogs from their human, they each find themselves up for adoption – alone. After the exuberant, fun-loving Archie and quick-witted, feisty Luna are taken to new homes, Riggs’s powerful herding instincts drive him to seek out his fellow companions and bring his pack back together.

But will Riggs succeed, or will he end up chasing his own tail?

Cameron’s signature style shines through in this whirlwind of a novel that showcases the determination, instinct and love that make a family whole.

Praise for W. Bruce Cameron:

‘An amazing book. I laughed and smiled and cried’ Alice Walker

‘Marley and Me combined with Tuesdays with Morrie’ Kirkus

‘This quickly paced, touching novel will charm all animal fans’ Booklist

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ID: 808808

Title: Commuter

Author: Emma Curtis

Narrator: Emma Powell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9:38:59

Language: English

Release date: 10-10-24

Publisher: W.F. Howes

Genres: Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Suspense

Summary:

Rachel wakes from a coma to discover her controlling husband has been killed, and the police suspect her of involvement.

But all Rachel can recall from the last few weeks are tantalising flashes of a fellow commuter. A man whose name she doesn't know.

A man who has disappeared without a trace.

Now Rachel is a wealthy widow and the vultures are circling, wanting her in prison for murder, or failing that ... dead.

Can Rachel discover the truth in time to save herself?

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ID: 796198

Title: Naming Jack the Ripper: New Crime Scene Evidence, A Stunning Forensic Breakthrough, The Killer Revealed

Author: Russell Edwards

Narrator: Laurence Dobiesz

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12:00:00

Language: English

Release date: 10-10-24

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Genres: History, Non-Fiction, True Crime, Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Europe

Summary:

Bringing together ground-breaking forensic discoveries – including vital DNA evidence – and gripping historical detective work, Naming Jack the Ripper constructs the first truly convincing case for identifying the world's most notorious serial killer.

In 2007, Russell Edwards, fuelled by fascination and determination, discovered a shawl – an unexpected key in the historical mystery of Jack the Ripper.

Persistent and fearless, Edwards embarks on a captivating seven-year quest to authenticate the shawl and unearth its concealed truths. His search takes him deeper into the heart of one of history's most chilling real crime stories.

Tested meticulously by top forensic scientists, the shawl is not just proven to be genuine, but also revealing – it carries the blood of Catherine Eddowes, the fourth victim of Jack the Ripper.

With an intriguing blend of forensic investigation and historical research, the book explores the gripping evidence, a blood-stained shawl, connected to the universally infamous criminal, Jack the Ripper.

In an earth-shattering revelation, the extracted DNA leads Edwards to the most elusive truth – the identity of the notorious Victorian serial killer, Jack the Ripper . . .

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