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Picture You Dead

Harry and Freya, an ordinary couple, dreamed for years of finding something priceless buried amongst the tat in a car boot sale. It was a dream they knew in their hearts would never come true – until the day it did . . . They buy a drab portrait for twenty pounds for its beautiful frame, planning to cut the painting out. Then, studying it back at home, there seems to be another picture beneath, of a stunning landscape. Could it be a long-lost masterpiece from 1770? If genuine, it could be worth millions. One collector is certain it is genuine. Someone who uses any method he can to get what he wants. Detective Superintendent Roy Grace finds himself plunged into the unfamiliar and rarefied world of fine art. Outwardly it appears respectable, gentlemanly, above reproach. But beneath the veneer, he rapidly finds that greed, deception and violence walk hand-in-hand. And Harry and Freya are about to discover that their dream is turning into their worst nightmare . . . Although the Roy Grace novels can be read in any order, Picture You Dead is the eighteenth title in the bestselling series. Enjoy more of the Brighton detective’s investigations with Find Them Dead and Left You Dead. ‘The master of the craft’ - Daily Express

The Collector

On the morning after the Venice Preservation Society’s annual black-tie gala, art restorer and legendary spy Gabriel Allon enters his favorite coffee bar on the island of Murano to find General Cesare Ferrari, the commander of the Art Squad, eagerly awaiting his arrival. The Carabinieri have made a startling discovery in the Amalfi villa of a murdered South African shipping tycoon―a secret vault containing an empty frame and stretcher matching the dimensions of the world’s most valuable missing painting. General Ferrari asks Gabriel to quietly track down the artwork before the trail goes cold. “Isn’t that your job?” “Finding stolen paintings? Technically speaking, yes. But you’re much better at it than we are.” The painting in question is The Concert by Johannes Vermeer, one of thirteen works of art stolen from Boston’s Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in 1990. With the help of a most unlikely ally, a beautiful Danish computer hacker and professional thief, Gabriel soon discovers that the painting has changed hands as part of an illicit billion-dollar business deal involving a man code-named the Collector, an energy executive with close ties to the highest levels of Russian power. The missing masterpiece is the lynchpin of a conspiracy that if successful, could plunge the world into a conflict of apocalyptic proportions. To foil the plot, Gabriel must carry out a daring heist of his own, with millions of lives hanging in the balance.

The Art Of Life Admin

'Reading The Art of Life Admin is like sitting down with a friend who knows exactly how it feels to be drowning in your To Do list, and throws you a very welcome lifeline to help you to make your way out' Brigid Schulte, author of the New York Times bestseller Overwhelmed 'Every so often you come across a book that really does profoundly change how you see the world. This is just such a book - it will, by force of its own genius, reprogram your life and give you new tools for seeing things as they actually are' Tim Wu, author of The Attention Merchants 'Emens maps the political, psychological and practical landscape of "admin hell" with humour and hopefulness. This intelligent, witty book will shed new light on everyone's to-do list'

The Search for Aurangzeb’s Stone

A mismatched historian couple visit the fictitious town of Badanadi to search for something to do with Aurangzeb. It is critical for Sarah, the historian’s wife who is doing a thesis on the amorous Maharajas of India. While they set about searching for this unknown, serendipity brings in an adventurer, amateur photographer, antique dealer and a small time thug to become part of this adventure. The search for this knowledge takes them through the dusty streets of Badanadi as no one seems to be aware of anything. Is this a ‘stone’ or a ‘document’ or just a ‘monument’, is what all the explorers are left guessing. A visit to the office of the ASI provides some clues, but the historians must sit and solve the puzzle. As it unfurls, the excitement is palpable. There is unconcealed glee for the historians when they get to the site which turns to a nightmare as confusion abounds when the characters reveal their colours. They just want to go home now. But will they succeed? Written by a career economist, the novel starts by introducing the protagonists and then accelerates before taking the reader on a roller coaster ride.

Secrets of a Bollywood Marriage

After the glitter settles. Tina Sharma and Dev Arjun's whirlwind romance made them Bollywood royalty but beneath the glitz and glamour there's trouble - Tina is about to demand a divorce! But Dev won't give in without, so he proposes a deal: play the dutiful wife for two months, then he'll let her go. Tina is furious! He clearly regrets their shotgun wedding, so why stay together a day longer? But it isn't the days she should be worried about. As Dev turns up the heat Tina might just nd herself wishing for a lifetime of pleasure with her devilishly delicious husband!

Carrying The Spaniard's Child

There can be no resistance…only surrender! Waitress Belle Langtry’s night of no regrets with ruthless playboy Santiago Velazquez was never meant to be more than a sinfully sweet memory. Until fate has other plans, and Belle finds herself carrying the baby she never thought possible! Santiago has long rejected all notions of fatherhood, so Belle’s news is shocking. He might refuse to trust her, but Santiago won’t let Belle escape his claim – to her or their child! His plan? To bind Belle with his ring, and keep her in thrall to him with his touch! Secret Heirs of Billionaires

The Sheikh's Last Mistress

Destiny Richards knows she's playing with fire when she accepts charismatic Sheikh Zafir Al Asmari's job offer, but it seems like a fair price to pay to start her life over again. Until the temperature reaches boiling point and Destiny finds herself spending one out-of-this-world night with the Sheikh! When powerful Zafir seduces English rose Destiny he never anticipates that- she will hold the title of his Last Mistress. But their scorching affair has shocking repercussions and -now, before their nine months are up, Zafir must convince Destiny to make their arrangement more permanent!

Married for the Prince's Convenience

On the Crown Prince of Santo Sierra's long list of prospective brides, Jasmine Nichols is at the bottom. Their impulsive night together might have proved their compatibility in the bedroom, but her later behaviour proves she would not make a suitable princess. Yet Jasmine is catapulted to the top of the list when Prince Reyes discovers she is carrying his heir! He should be planning her punishment, not their wedding, but there is that old saying, keep your enemies close. Except Reyes's cold, tactical marriage is about to be jeopardised by their explosive chemistry and the uncovering of his new bride's secrets.

Bound by the Billionaires Baby

When Sergio Burzi's table at an exclusive London restaurant is invaded by a stunning woman fleeing a blind date he's intrigued. Candid, innocent artist Susie Sadler is nothing like the women he normally dates. The urge to sweep her into his gilded realm - if only for the night - is overwhelming. But there are repercussions after taking what you want, and Sergio's rigidly controlled world is soon shattered - Susie's pregnant! Now they'll have to find a way to face their uncertain future together, and resist the craving for each other that their impulsive night ignited.

Cop On Loan

A Tycoon to Be Reckoned With

Bastiaan Karavalas loves the thrill of the hunt. His prey this time is tantalising Sarah Fareham, and it's a pity this seduction won't be purely for pleasure. . .she's a threat to his family that needs to be removed! Sarah dreams of becoming an opera singer, but must scrape a living as a nightclub performer, overcoming her inhibitions by hiding behind her vivacious stage persona 'Sabine'. It becomes her only defence against Bastiaan's sensual onslaught. But Bastiaan is a tycoon to be reckoned with, and once his true intentions are revealed will Sarah's facade be enough to safeguard her fragile heart?

The Secret His Mistress Carried

Hiding from the Greek... The ink is barely dry on Giorgios Letsos's divorce papers and there's only one thing on this unstoppable Greek's mind: nding Billie Smith, his mistress before his marriage. But the sweet, pliable woman he once knew slams the door in his face! Billie has fought hard to heal her broken heart after Gio chose to marry someone else. When he storms back into her life she's determined not to fall for his seduction again. Especially now that she has a secret to protect...their son. But she hasn't counted on just how badly he wants her back in his bed!

His Ring is Not Enough

After 'I do'. Ajax Kouros has a plan and being jilted at the altar is not part of it. Especially when he's facing a thousand guests and one hundred reporters. His company's future depends on marrying a Holt, so when his bride's sister steps up to the altar. Can he say no? Leah Holt has grown up watching her beautiful socialite sister hang on Ajax's arm. Now she has the chance to stand in the spotlight and save her family's fortune but saying 'I do' is only the beginning and Leah soon realizes that the man she has married is far more complex and distracting than the boy of her childhood fantasies.

The Ruthless Greeks Return

Once Loukas Sarantos was bodyguard to the world's richest men. Now the ruthless Greek is a CEO, with bodyguards of his own. And his most recent procurement means he can finally take revenge on Jessica Cartwright - the only woman ever to walk away from him. As the face of Loukas's new luxury jewellery company, formerly out-of-his-league Jessica now has to answer to him - and he will relish every second of having her under his control! But as the embers of their former fire reignite Loukas begins to realise that Jessica might be the most precious jewel in his possession.

The Sheikh's Bought Wife

The desert king’s outrageous proposal! Marry a sheikh in return for a hefty financial reward? Shy researcher Jane Smith would normally have laughed in Zayed Al Zawba’s handsome face. Except it’s only for six months and the money will rescue her sister who’s mired in debt…

Snowed in with Her Ex

Trapped in a cabin with the man who makes her want what she shouldn’t have… Wedding photographer Briana Harper never expected to run into her ex at an engagement shoot! And when a blizzard strands them…alone…in a remote mountain cabin, she knows she’s in trouble. She’s never forgotten Ian Lawson, but none of the reasons they broke up have changed. He’s still a workaholic. And now he’s an engaged workaholic! But Ian is also still a man who knows what he wants. And what he wants is Briana. Untangling the lies of his current engagement leaves him free to…indulge. Yet proving he’s changed may be this music mogul’s toughest negotiation yet….

Just One Night.

Head Midwife Isla Delamere is hiding something. She might be Melbourne's most glamorous socialite, but she's still a virgin. She's never met a man to tempt her...until she's kissed by gorgeous new doc on the block Alessi Manos! Working alongside Isla is sweet torture for Alessi - all he wants to do is strip off her scrubs! 'For ever' isn't in his vocabulary, but he'll make sure she always remembers their one night together. Except, keeping to his own rules is impossible - especially when Alessi discovers Isla's secret...

The Ultimate Risk

This is novel International Affairs, Seduction & Passion Guaranteed. When she sees Lanzo di Cosimo again after ten years, Gina Bailey’s pulse races at the memories of their heady affair – a time when life seemed perfect.

Talos Claims His Virgin

Talos Kalliakis, the youngest prince of Agon, has found the perfect gift for King Astraeus's Jubilee Gala - the talents of exquisite violinist Amalie Cartwright. This warrior Prince crossed Europe to find his perfect candidate, and he won't take no for an answer! But rumour has it that Amalie won't perform, and now Talos has her hidden away in his villa. . .where sources suggest he's claimed the most private of performances. With tensions running high, surely it can't be long before they start changing their tune. . .to the royal wedding march!

The Secret Beneath the Veil

Second Chance With Lord Branscombe

The course of true love never did run smooth… …and Dr Sophie Trent knows that better than most! Her romance with Nate Branscombe ended in disaster years before—and now the handsome heir to the estate is back. Sophie has enough to think about without the charismatic aristocrat’s distraction, but as they work closely together he stirs up feelings she thought she’d left firmly behind her. Can the one that got away finally help Sophie face the past…and convince her true love is here to stay?.

The Man to be Reckoned With

Riya has always lived in the shadow of elusive billionaire Nathaniel Ramirez, her adoptive father's son. Determined to reconcile and put the past behind them, she lures Nate home with the one thing he's always wanted: his family estate. Even though he's furious that Riya has brought him back to face his past, Nate can't refuse her bait. The only glimmer of hope is the attraction he sees burning in her eyes. He'll use every sensual weapon in his considerable arsenal to claim his heritage and get her in his bed!

Normal People

WINNER OF THE COSTA NOVEL AWARD 2018 WINNER OF THE AN POST IRISH BOOK AWARDS NOVEL OF THE YEAR WINNER OF NOVEL OF THE YEAR AND BOOK OF THE YEAR AT THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS WINNER OF THE SPECSAVERS NATIONAL BOOK AWARDS INTERNATIONAL AUTHOR OF THE YEAR LONGLISTED FOR THE MAN BOOKER PRIZE 2018 LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTION 2019 Connell and Marianne grow up in the same small town in the west of Ireland, but the similarities end there. In school, Connell is popular and well-liked, while Marianne is a loner. But when the two strike up a conversation - awkward but electrifying - something life-changing begins. Normal People is a story of mutual fascination, friendship and love. It takes us from that first conversation to the years beyond, in the company of two people who try to stay apart but find they can't. 'The literary phenomenon of the decade.' - Guardian SHORTLISTED FOR THE IRISH NOVEL OF THE YEAR AWARD 2019 SHORTLISTED FOR THE RSL ENCORE PRIZE 2019 LONGLISTED FOR THE RATHBONES FOLIO PRIZE 2019

The Guest List

Another murder. Another mystery.The brand new thriller from the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of The Hunting Party.On a remote island, guests gather for the wedding of the year – the marriage of Jules Keegan andWill Slater.Old friends.Past grudges.Happy families.Hidden jealousies.Thirteen guests.The wedding cake has barely been cut when one of the guests is found dead. And as a storm unleashes its fury on the island, everyone is trapped.All have a secret. All have a motive.