Top 30 Books This Week

by Liz Nugent

€14.99

Ideal for readers who: Read family dramas shaped by secrets and long-buried damage Are drawn to the fallout of one early incident between two sisters Enjoy stories moving between Boston and Dublin across the years Want an emotionally intense novel with tension and depth If my sister hadn’t been beautiful, none of it would have happened. Ruby Cooper and her sister, Erin, live an idyllic life in their close-knit church community in Boston. But when Ruby is sixteen, she is involved in an incident that causes her family’s world to implode. Across decades, the fallout leaves a wake of destruction behind Ruby in Dublin and Erin in Boston. Not that Ruby wants to think the past. But it can’t stay a secret forever. Ideal for readers who... enjoy character-driven literary fiction shaped by secrets, guilt and long-term consequences like stories that move across decades and between Boston and Dublin are interested in the pressures and tensions of close-knit religious communities want emotionally intense family drama centred on sisters and fractured loyalty prefer novels where an early incident reverberates through lives, relationships and identity

by Cathy Kelly

€13.99

Ideal for readers who: Love women's fiction where a sunny setting cannot keep secrets buried. Enjoy ensemble novels built around reinvention, confession and emotional collision. Would happily escape to Corfu, a luxury villa and ten days under pressure. Prefer glossy page-turners with warmth, drama and several lives in flux. Six people gather on a fabulous Greek island, each one hoping that ten days in the sun, writing their life stories, will magically fix their lives. Rose Talisman is pinning it all on a fresh start. Five years after her career as a tv therapist ended in one catastrophic instant, she is opening a retreat in Corfu. The understated, luxurious Villa Artemis is surrounded by wild pines and sea views. Just six guests. One week. Time for Rose to help them face their secrets - and move forwards. But Rose has staked everything on the retreat. It has to work - or she loses it all. And people's secrets have a way of revealing themselves in ways no one expected. Nobody's past is staying hidden for long... Will that include Rose's, too?

by Dearbhla Mescal

€12.49

A poetry lover, a curator of joy and a wise woman with a deep sense of compassion, Dearbhla Mescal encourages her followers online to find the joy in everyday life and celebrate the little things. Now in her first book, Dearbhla shares her own practice of finding joy in a beautiful and uplifting collection of thoughts, recollections and poems. 'This little book is a cumulation of my curated joys throughout the past few years. It contains my rambling thoughts on life's issues that have popped up along the way. I truly hope it gives you a pathway to beginning your own 28 days of finding joy.' With poems, musings, thoughts and inspirations to take you through the hard times and let you see some light, this is the perfect comforting literary hug for humans who want to briefly catch their breath in their busy lives. Ideal for readers who... want an uplifting mix of poems, reflections and gentle prompts to find joy in everyday life enjoy comforting, bite-sized writing that can be dipped into when life feels busy or heavy are looking for a warm, compassionate companion through hard times like mindful practices and small daily rituals that help them slow down and notice the good want a soothing, giftable book that feels like a quiet reset and a reassuring hug

by Chloe Walsh

€10.99

He fights for every dream. She fights for every breath. Johnny Kavanagh has everything going for him: looks, popularity, and talent. Shannon Lynch, on the other hand, has spent years trying to survive. When she transfers to his elite school, their worlds collide in ways neither expected. As Johnny battles pressure on and off the pitch, Shannon faces the demons of her past and the cruel realities of bullying and trauma. Together, they find strength, love, and the will to heal – but first they must face the challenges that threaten to tear them apart. Binding 13 is the unforgettable first book in the Boys of Tommen series – a raw, emotional story about resilience, young love and finding light in the darkest places.

by Colm Tóibín

€19.99

'Short stories to astonish and delight' Financial Times 'Tales of quiet power' The Guardian In The News from Dublin, a beautiful collection of short stories from the bestselling author of Brooklyn and Long Island, Colm Tóibìn delves into the days and nights of those living far from home: lives of great longing, at a great distance from past lives and past selves. A woman in Galway hears of the death of her son in the First World War. An Irishman seeks anonymity in Barcelona, haunted by crimes he has committed. A man goes to Dublin from Enniscorthy to implore the Minister for Health for a special favour. A young woman is pregnant during the Spanish Civil War. An undocumented worker finds himself living an illegal life and must leave San Francisco, and his child, after thirty years in America. Three sisters who have been living in Argentina decide to return to Catalonia. 'Tóibìn is the consummate cartographer of the private self, summoning with restrained acuity (and a delicious streak of sly humour) the thoughts his characters struggle to find words for' - Clare Clark, Guardian

by Claire Douglas

€14.99

Ideal for readers who: Love suspense novels where an unexpected inheritance brings old trouble back to the surface. Are drawn to stories of abandoned houses, hidden messages and summers never fully left behind. Would be intrigued by a country house near Bath with secrets folded into its walls. Prefer twisty page-turners that keep unease building from chapter to chapter. Claire Douglas is a class act - she never, ever disappoints' LISA JEWELL When Imogen is told she's inherited a country house near Bath, she thinks it must be a mistake. She last saw its owner, reclusive artist Dorothea Roe, sixteen years ago, during a tragic summer which changed her life for ever. Now, with partner Josh in tow, it's a chance for a fresh start. But after discovering an old box with her name on it in Dorothea's abandoned study, Imogen starts to believe the woman was trying to send her a secret message. And when rumours begin to swirl that Dorothea was murdered, she starts to suspect that this gift might not be the life-line she thought it was. Who would want to kill Dorothea? Could it be tangled up in Imogen's own dark family history? And what if Imogen is now the one in danger? PRAISE FOR CLAIRE DOUGLAS 'Douglas is a master storyteller' JANICE HALLETT 'Douglas is the queen of the unexpected twist' GILLIAN MCALLISTER 'Claire Douglas is the Queen of Gripping Pageturners' CL TAYLOR

by James Hawes

€14.99

James Hawes’s The Shortest History of Ireland is based at every step on the latest scholarship, but it’s all brought together, for once, as a fluent story, as captivating as a novel, galloping from the Ice Age to the present, using language, graphics and images accessible to all. It will change the way people see the Irish past, flipping usual practice on its head and placing Ireland at the centre not just of Irish but British and at times even European history. Hawes concludes by arguing that if Ireland can now sidestep the last, toxic wreckage of the British Empire, its eventful past will flow into a bright future. From the bestselling author of The Shortest History of Germany and The Shortest History of England , this is popular history at its thrilling best. Ideal for readers who… want a fast, vivid introduction to Ireland’s story from deep prehistory to the present day. enjoy history written with the pace and pull of a novel, without losing scholarly grounding. are curious about how Ireland shaped—and was shaped by—British and wider European history. like big-picture narratives that challenge familiar angles and re-centre the map. have loved The Shortest History of Germany or The Shortest History of England and want the next exhilarating ride.

by Freida McFadden

€9.49

Ideal for readers who: Read psychological thrillers where wealthy homes hide the worst truths. Are drawn to locked-room premises, forbidden spaces and heroines with something to hide. Would be hooked by an upstairs room no one is meant to enter. Prefer sharp, fast suspense about power, survival and deception. Wilhelmina “Millie” Calloway, a woman with a hidden past, takes a job with the affluent Garrick family to rebuild her life. She believes she’s finally found stability – until she’s forbidden from entering the upstairs room where Mrs. Garrick lies ill. Strange sounds, justified suspicion, and a husband with a perfect smile – Millie begins to realise this job is no fresh start at all. It might be a trap. The Housemaid’s Secret sweeps through power, abuse, betrayal and survival in an opulent house where the truth is locked away. And Millie holds the key.

by Chloe Walsh

€10.99

Ideal for readers who: Are already invested in the Boys of Tommen and its bruising love story. Want first love pushed through trauma, loyalty and impossible pressure. Care about school life, family damage and the ache of trying to hold on. Prefer emotional romance that is intense, messy and all-consuming. An epic and unforgettable love story continues in Keeping 13, the second book in the international bestselling and TikTok-phenomenon The Boys of Tommen series, from Chloe Walsh. The power and pain of first love has never been more deeply felt than in Chloe Walsh's extraordinary stories about the irresistible Boys of Tommen, which will give you the ultimate book hangover. The reader reaction to The Boys of Tommen says it all! 'The chemistry, the love, everything about this book was so good it gave me all the feels . . . Beautiful book, beautiful words. Chloe Walsh you're my home' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Chloe Walsh has surpassed herself again, from the get-go you will be hooked, you will be sad, angry, elated, hysterical and you will absolutely love it!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'This was absolutely EVERYTHING. I find it difficult to even put into words just how much this book made me laugh, cry and swoon' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'There aren't enough stars for this book. It has everything, I laughed, I cried, I fumed and I despaired . . . This is a rare book, one that evokes every emotion' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ......................... Falling in love was the easy part. What comes next is the test . . . Following a devastating injury that has left him sidelined and stripped of his beloved number 13 jersey, Johnny Kavanagh is struggling to hold onto his dreams. Lost, insecure, and desperately seeking comfort, he sets his sights on unravelling the mystery of the girl with the midnight-blue eyes, who haunts his every waking hour. Keeping secrets has never been a problem for Shannon Lynch. The life she was born into demands nothing less. She knows that demons and evil men don't just exist in fairytales. They exist in her world, too. Traumatized beyond repair after her return from Dublin, and desperate to protect her little brothers, Shannon finds herself falling into the same old cover-up, barely keeping her head above water, as her future unravels before her eyes. Beaten and broken, her walls are up and her trust is shaken. Only one boy has the ability to climb those walls. The boy who owns her heart. But secrets are about to be exposed and lives could be changed forever - can Johnny and Shannon's love survive? ......................... Want more of Johnny, Shannon and the rest of The Boys of Tommen? Read the rest of the series so far: Binding 13 Keeping 13 Saving 6 Redeeming 6 Taming 7 - preorder Claire and Gibsie's story now!

by Freida McFadden

€9.49

Influencer and baking sensation April Masterson knows the secret to the perfect gooey brownies. Or how to make key lime squares that will melt in your mouth. But if you keep watching her offline, you may find out some other secrets about April. Secrets she’d rather you didn’t know. Like… Where did her son go when he snuck out late at night? What was she doing with the local soccer coach behind fogged windows? And what’s buried in her backyard? April’s secrets are enough to destroy her. I’ll make sure of that. Ideal for readers who... love dark domestic thrillers with an unreliable, voyeuristic edge enjoy influencer culture settings and the tension between public image and private secrets like short, punchy chapters and escalating menace prefer stories packed with suspicion, hidden motives, and a creeping sense of dread enjoy twists rooted in family dynamics, neighbourhood gossip, and buried pasts Book Definition Type: Psychological thriller / domestic suspense. Use case: A tense, page-turning thriller for readers who want high-stakes secrets, modern social-media fame pressure, and a threatening watcher perspective driving the suspense.

by Maggie O'Farrell

€10.99

The no. 1 bestseller that inspired the major film starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal WINNER: BEST PICTURE (DRAMA) AND BEST ACTRESS AT THE GOLDEN GLOBES WINNER: OUTSTANDING BRITISH FILM AND BEST ACTRESS AT THE BAFTAS NOMINATED FOR EIGHT ACADEMY AWARDS, INCLUDING BEST SCREENPLAY AND BEST PICTURE 'A thing of shimmering wonder' David Mitchell ✨ A LOVE THAT DRAWS THEM TOGETHER. A LOSS THAT THREATENS TO TEAR THEM APART. The untold love story that inspired Shakespeare's greatest masterpiece. On a summer's day in 1596, a young girl in Stratford-upon-Avon takes to her bed with a sudden fever. Her twin brother, Hamnet, searches everywhere for help. Why is nobody at home? Their mother, Agnes, is over a mile away, in the garden where she grows medicinal herbs. Their father is working in London. Neither parent knows that Hamnet will not survive the week. Hamnet tells the powerful story of Agnes and Will, and of the son whose life has been all but forgotten, but who inspired one of the greatest plays ever written. 🌟Fall in love with HAMNET this year 🌟 'HAMNET is a feast for the senses' 'One of my favourite books of the year. Simply gorgeous' 'Words fail me... this story had me feeling everything' 'I read and reread passages throughout this exceptional novel'

by Carmel Harrington

€14.99

Ideal for readers who: Enjoy emotionally charged mysteries with long-buried secrets Will be gripped by the story of two abandoned sisters and a mother who vanished twenty-five years earlier Are drawn to Irish settings where old winter shadows still shape the present Want suspense with heart, strong feeling and family drama at its core From the bestselling author of The Stolen Child and The Lighthouse Secret comes a gripping new novel about two abandoned sisters, a missing mother, and a shocking twenty-five-year-old mystery. On a cold afternoon in December 1995, two small girls are found abandoned on a platform at Pearse Station in Dublin, Ireland. Twenty-five years later, investigative journalist Vega is determined to find out what happened to the so-called "Nowhere Girls." Where did their mother go? Why did no one come forward to claim them? And where are they now? Little does Vega know that her investigation will reveal much more than she bargained for... Praise for Carmel Harrington: "This complex novel requires faultless plotting, and Harrington pulls it off with consummate ease" — Sunday Times "One of the greatest twists I've ever read" — Catherine Ryan Howard "An addictive, immersive, incredibly poignant page-turner" — Andrea Mara "Clever, compelling and compulsive, a read-until-the-early-hours rollercoaster" — Amanda Geard "A compelling, extremely tender page-turner" — Adele Parks

by Freida McFadden

€9.49

“Welcome to the family,” Nina Winchester says as I shake her elegant, manicured hand. I smile politely, gazing around the marble hallway. Working here is my last chance to start fresh. I can pretend to be whoever I like. But I’ll soon learn that the Winchesters’ secrets are far more dangerous than my own. Every day I clean the Winchesters’ beautiful house top to bottom. I collect their daughter from school. And I cook a delicious meal for the whole family before heading up to eat alone in my tiny room on the top floor. I try to ignore how Nina makes a mess just to watch me clean it up. How she tells strange lies about her own daughter. And how her husband Andrew seems more broken every day. But as I look into Andrew’s handsome brown eyes, so full of pain, it’s hard not to imagine what it’d be like to live Nina’s life. The walk-in closet, the fancy car, the perfect husband. I only try on one of Nina’s pristine white dresses once. Just to see what it’s like. But she soon finds out… and by the time I realise my attic bedroom door only locks from the outside, it’s far too late. The Winchesters don’t know who I really am. They don’t know what I’m capable of…

by Edel Coffey

€16.49

When everyone is looking in A killer can only hide in plain sight Twenty years ago, Eddie's career as a journalist was destroyed by the Juliet Fox case. Juliet was young and beautiful, born into the privileged world of the Manhattan elite. Pulled into their orbit by her investigation, Eddie discovered how far the rich and powerful are prepared to go when their way of life is threatened . . . Eddie has always known that the wrong man was made the scapegoat for Juliet's murder. So when a new luxury sky-rise is opened by Juliet's father, just metres from where her body was discovered two decades before, Eddie can't resist finding her way in, back into a world where dangerous people operate in the shadows, and anyone might kill to keep a secret safe. Ideal for readers who... enjoy investigative thrillers led by a determined journalist chasing an old case love rich-and-powerful Manhattan settings with privilege, corruption and cover-ups like cold cases, scapegoats, and the slow unravelling of long-buried secrets are drawn to claustrophobic, high-rise suspense where everyone is watching and no one is safe want a tense mystery built around reputation, influence, and what people will do to protect their world

by Coco Wyo

€7.99

Relax and unwind with this adorable colouring book, full of tiny furry friends! Penguin Books edition - updated with exclusive new drawings! Find comfort in the enchanting world of Cozy Friends, with 45 uplifting hand-drawn pages ready for you to colour in. In this book you'll find familiar everyday activities, but with your brand new Cozy Friends - super cute animal characters! Cozy Friends has sweet and irresistible images for colouring fans, and also includes:45 hand-drawn pages ready for your creativityLarge, bold designs that are easy to colourConvenient 8 x 8-inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhereCrisp, high-resolution illustrations that bring each page to lifeSuitable for children.

by Dave Hannigan

€16.99

No Irish sportsperson has had more written and said about him. None has had more of substance to say for himself. Across nearly four tumultuous decades, from callow teen prospect to grey bearded influencer, Roy Keane has transcended sport, redefined the parameters of fame, and captivated the nation. Our hopes, dreams and sometimes our despair have been wrapped up in him, his exploits and outbursts. Oscillating between national treasure and national argument, he put the manic in talismanic, bestriding Lansdowne Road one minute, getting booed there the next. If the sporting heroes of every era offer a window into a society, We Need to Talk About Roy is a fascinating portrait of who and what we were in the age of Keane, showcasing our vices and virtues, our fortunes and foibles. The best of us, the worst of us. Drink. Religion. United. Begrudgery. The Celtic Tiger. Tabloidization. Saipan. Touching on all the major themes and teams, this remarkable book is a refreshing and entertaining look at how the life and times of our greatest footballer is the story of modern Ireland itself. His progress and pitfalls, revolutions and evolution uniquely intertwined with those of the country that made him. He is of Ireland and Ireland is of him. Ideal for readers who… want a smart, funny, culturally sharp look at Roy Keane as more than a footballer love Irish sports writing that doubles as a portrait of the nation and its changing moods are interested in the big Irish touchstones of the era—Saipan, the Celtic Tiger, tabloidization, and “begrudgery” enjoy biographies that explore fame, identity, and public perception as much as results on the pitch want a highly readable, entertainment-packed lens on modern Ireland through its most polarising sporting icon

by Alice Feeney

€13.99

Ideal for readers who: Devour psychological thrillers built on deception and shifting identities. Are hooked by marriage stories where no one can be trusted. Would relish a seaside village, an old house and a mystery that keeps doubling back. Prefer twist-heavy suspense designed to keep you guessing. The Sunday Times bestselling author of Beautiful Ugly is back with a psychological masterpiece that will leave you questioning everything you know about love, identity, and revenge. Eden Fox, an artist on the brink of her big break, sets off for a run before her first exhibition. When she returns to the home she recently moved into, Spyglass, an enchanting old house in Hope Falls, nothing is as it should be. Her key doesn’t fit. A woman, eerily similar to her, answers the door. And her husband insists that the stranger is his wife. One house. One husband. Two women. Someone is lying. Six months earlier, a reclusive Londoner called Birdy, reeling from a life-changing diagnosis, inherits Spyglass. This unexpected gift from a long-lost grandmother brings her to the pretty seaside village of Hope Falls. But then Birdy stumbles upon a shadowy London clinic that claims to be able to predict a person's date of death, including her own. Secrets start to unravel, and as the line between truth and lies blurs, Birdy feels compelled to right some old wrongs. My Husband’s Wife is a tangled web of deception, obsession, and mystery that will keep you guessing until the last page. Prepare yourself for the ultimate mind-bending marriage thriller and step inside Spyglass – if you dare – to experience a story where nothing is as it seems.

by Mel Robbins

€23.99

Ideal for readers who: Turn to practical self-help on confidence, boundaries and mindset Are curious about a simple idea that could change how they handle other people Recognise the pressure of work, relationships and trying to keep everyone happy Want direct, motivating advice they can put into practice straight away From the multi-million copy New York Times bestselling author Mel Robbins: A life-changing tool that millions of people can't stop talking about. What if the key to happiness, success, and love was as simple as two words? In her latest groundbreaking book, The Let Them Theory , Mel Robbins-New York Times Bestselling Author and one of the world's most respected experts on motivation, confidence, and mindset-teaches you how to stop wasting energy on what you can't control and start focusing on what truly matters: YOU. Your happiness. Your goals. Your life. If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with where you are, the problem isn't you. The problem is the power you give to other people. Two simple words-Let Them -will set you free. Free from the opinions, drama, and judgments of others. Free from the exhausting cycle of trying to manage everything and everyone around you. The Let Them Theory puts the power to create a life you love back in your hands-and this book will show you exactly how to do it. Using the same no-nonsense, science-backed approach that's made The Mel Robbins Podcast a global sensation, Robbins explains why The Let Them Theory is already loved by millions and how you can apply it in eight key areas of your life to make the biggest impact. Within a few pages, you'll realize how much energy and time you've been wasting trying to control the wrong things-at work, in relationships, and in pursuing your goals-and how this is keeping you from the happiness and success you deserve. Written as an easy-to-understand guide, Robbins shares relatable stories from her own life, highlights key takeaways, relevant research and introduces you to world-renowned experts in psychology, neuroscience, relationships, happiness, and ancient wisdom who champion The Let Them Theory every step of the way. Learn how to: · Stop wasting energy on things you can't control · Stop comparing yourself to other people · Break free from fear and self-doubt · Release the grip of people's expectations · Build the best friendships of your life · Create the love you deserve · Pursue what truly matters to you with confidence · Build resilience against everyday stressors and distractions · Define your own path to success, joy, and fulfillment ...and so much more. The Let Them Theory will forever change the way you think about relationships, control, and personal power. Whether you want to advance your career, motivate others to change, take creative risks, find deeper connections, build better habits, start a new chapter, or simply create more happiness in your life and relationships, this book gives you the mindset and tools to unlock your full potential. Order your copy of The Let Them Theory now and discover how much power you truly have. It all begins with two simple words.

by Freida McFadden

€9.49

Ideal for readers who: Like domestic thrillers where a quiet street feels more dangerous than it looks. Enjoy neighbour stories built on suspicion, secrets and mounting dread. Would be gripped by cul-de-sacs, dinner invitations and trouble behind tidy doors. Prefer fast, addictive suspense that spirals quickly out of control. The Housemaid is Watching – A Gripping and Twisted Psychological Thriller 🚨 THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 🚨 From Freida McFadden, the global bestselling author of The Housemaid series, comes a pulse-pounding psychological thriller that will keep you turning pages long into the night. "You must be our new neighbours! " Mrs Lowell beams, waving across the picket fence. I squeeze my daughter’s hand and return her smile—but the second she sees my husband, something in her face shifts. A flicker of recognition. Or is it fear? This home was supposed to be our fresh start. A charming kitchen, a quiet cul-de-sac, a huge garden where the kids can play. We worked for years to give them this life. My past is behind me, buried where it belongs. And I’ll do anything to keep it that way. But something isn’t right on this street. Mrs Lowell insists we come for dinner. Her maid answers the door, dressed in a crisp white apron, hair pulled into a tight bun. I know what it’s like to be in her shoes. But the cold way she stares at me sends a chill through my bones. Then, I notice other things. A shadowy figure watching from the trees. My husband slipping out late at night. And a whispered warning from the woman across the street: "Be careful of your neighbours. " Did I make a terrible mistake moving here? I thought I’d left my darkest secrets behind me. But this quiet, suburban street might just be the most dangerous place of all… 💥 Unbelievably twisty. Tension-packed. Utterly addictive. 💥 A completely unputdownable standalone thriller with an ending you won’t see coming. 📚 Also by Freida McFadden: The Coworker, The Locked Door, Never Lie, The Teacher, The Inmate, One by One Perfect for fans of psychological thrillers, mind-bending mysteries, and "neighbours from hell" suspense.

by Rachel Reid

€9.49

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Heat rating: 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ Now a hit TV show on Sky/NOW TV The epic enemies-to-lovers hockey romance from Rachel Reid. “The book that got me into hockey romance.” - NPR's Weekend Edition Nothing interferes with pro hockey star Shane Hollander's game. Now that he's captain of the Montreal Voyageurs, he won't let anything jeopardize that - definitely not the sexy rival he loves to hate. Boston Bears captain Ilya Rozanov is everything Shane's not. The self-proclaimed king of the ice, he's as cocky as he is talented. No one can beat him - except Shane. Publicly, they're enemies. Privately, they can't stop touching each other. The smart thing to do? Walk away, once a few secret hookups turn into a struggle to keep their relationship out of the press. The truth could ruin them both. But for Shane and Ilya, secrecy is soon no longer an option… Disover all 6 books in the Game Changers series! Book 1: Game Changer Book 2: Heated Rivalry Book 3: Tough Guy Book 4: Common Goal Book 5: Role Model Book 6: The Long Game

by T. M. Logan

€14.99

THE BRAND NEW, ADDICTIVE UP-ALL-NIGHT THRILLER Six friends. Five secrets. One holiday to die for . . . Welcome to THE WEEKEND. When a group of friends rent a converted farmhouse in the Yorkshire Dales, they have little idea that this one weekend may change the course of their lives forever. While out on a walk, a storm descends and the friends take shelter in the mouth of an old lead mine. Inside, they discover a backpack filled with more money than they've ever seen. Of course, they agree, they will hand the money to the police at the first opportunity. But as the storm continues and time passes, some of the party begin to think again. Because there are secrets festering at the heart of this group. Debt. Obsession. A career on the brink. Problems that could be solved instantly with an unexpected windfall. And perhaps they don't know each other as well as thought they did. Before long, six good friends find themselves sliding headlong into a world of deceit, treachery, betrayal and murder . . . 'A fiendishly gripping 'What would I do?' thriller' Lucy Clarke 'A rollercoaster of devastating secrets and beautifully judged reveals. The Weekend is a belter, gripping from the first page and never letting go' Tim Weaver 'The Weekend has it all - dangerous secrets, twisted lies, a pace to die for, and the ultimate what would you do dilemma. A one-sitting read, I devoured it' Andrea Mara 'A deliciously dark premise, characters you can't stop thinking about and a twist that gets you in the gut' Jo Spain 'A heady cocktail of money, murder and mystery' Vaseem Khan Ideal for readers who... love high-concept thrillers built around a single, explosive dilemma enjoy closed-circle suspense with friends, secrets, and shifting loyalties like rural, stormy settings where isolation cranks up the paranoia want fast pacing, escalating tension, and betrayal that turns deadly enjoy asking “what would I do?” as the moral lines blur

by Chloe Walsh

€10.99

Ideal for readers who: Return to romance series where longing, damage and loyalty are all turned up high. Are invested in first-love stories that begin with strain rather than certainty. Would head back to Tommen for raw feeling, difficult histories and fierce connection. Prefer emotionally immersive books with real hurt behind the romance. An epic and unforgettable love story begins in Saving 6, the third book in the international bestselling and Tik Tok-phenomenon The Boys of Tommen series, from Chloe Walsh. The power and pain of first love has never been more deeply felt than in Chloe Walsh's extraordinary stories about the irresistible Boys of Tommen, which will give you the ultimate book hangover. He's a boy who's lost. She's girl who might just be the home he's never had. The second born son in a broken marriage, Joey Lynch has spent a lifetime picking up the pieces of a family unravelling. When his older brother Darren skips town, twelve-year-old Joey finds himself thrown into the role of protector to his younger siblings and mother. Plagued by self-loathing, and furious with the world, he grapples with teenage life and his unwavering sense of duty to his family, while balancing precariously close to a life of addiction that threatens to swallow him whole. The only light in his sea of darkness is his boss's firecracker of a daughter who refuses to back down. A girl who just so happens to be his classmate. Aoife Molloy has never been backwards in coming forward. Her bubbly and self-assured nature has never led her astray. Until her first day of secondary school when she collides with a hot-headed boy who sparks a burning curiosity inside of her that only grows stronger by the day. Falling into a complicated friendship with her father's apprentice, Aoife works to unravel the secrets around Joey Lynch's life - while he desperately fights to keep her out. The reader reaction to The Boys of Tommen says it all! 'Absolute perfection. This book will ruin you' 'I have no words as to how heartbreakingly beautiful this book is and the talent of Chloe is unmeasured in my eyes' 'Chloe Walsh is a genius when it comes to creating characters and writing, making you feel every emotion' 'there's not enough stars to rate this book it is simply outstanding!'

by Katriona O'Sullivan

€10.99

Ideal for readers who: Read memoirs about poverty, education and social mobility in Ireland. Are interested in how small acts of support can change a life. Would value a firsthand story shaped by homelessness, young motherhood and academia. Prefer powerful, compassionate non-fiction that stays with you. EASON FAVOURITE BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023 The No. 1 Bestseller, Biography of the Year, Irish Book Awards 2023 The Last Word Listeners' Choice Award, Irish Book Awards 2023 "One of the best [books] I have read about the complexities of poverty... one of the most remarkable people you will ever meet" – Guardian Like young girls everywhere, Katriona O'Sullivan grew up bright, enthusiastic, and curious. But she was also surrounded by abject poverty and chaos, and after becoming pregnant and homeless at 15, she spent five years barely surviving. Today, Katriona is an award-winning academic whose work explores barriers to education for girls like her. In Poor by Katriona O'Sullivan, she shares what set her on this unexpected path: the mentors and supporters who truly saw her. Teachers who showed her how to wash in the school toilets or visited her home to convince her to sit at least one GCSE exam. A community worker who encouraged her to apply for training schemes. A friend who introduced her to Trinity College’s access program while she was a cleaner. Simple acts that helped her turn her life around. Told with warmth, clarity, and compassion—for her parents, her younger self, and others—Poor is both a powerful personal testimony and an impassioned plea for the future of our children. Praise for Poor and Katriona O’Sullivan: "Powerful—Katriona is a legend." —Barry Keoghan "Raw, passionate, and resolutely honest—I’ll never forget it." —Annie Mac "Full of insight... so important." —Fi Glover, Times Radio "I read Poor in one sitting. It’s compelling, moving, uplifting, brave, heroic." —Nuala McGovern, Woman’s Hour, BBC Radio Four "Moving, funny, brave, and original—absolutely incredible." —Róisín Ingle, Irish Times Women’s Podcast "One of the books of the year." —Patrick Kielty, Late Late Show, RTÉ One "One of the most important books I have ever read—a beautiful story of determination despite the odds." —Lynn Ruane, Irish Times "Fearless, funny, and searingly honest." —Adil Ray OBE "Raw and remarkable." —Irish Independent "A book of empowerment and hope." —Patricia Scanlan "Remarkable... a vivid retelling of Katriona flourishing, despite her beginnings." —BBC News West Midlands

by Virginia Evans

€15.49

Ideal for readers who: Love character-led fiction built through letters, wit and accumulated feeling. Are drawn to late-in-life stories where the past refuses to stay filed away. Would enjoy following one woman through her correspondence, books and buried regrets. Prefer moving, intelligent novels that leave you feeling better about people. The internationally bestselling word-of-mouth hit that thousands of readers are calling their favourite book of the year, The Correspondent is the story of one unforgettable woman, told through the letters that she sends. Over 30,000 five star reviews on Goodreads! 'tHIS NOVEL IS A CAUSE FOR CELEBRATION' Ann Patchett 'I WAS DELIGHTED AND MOVED . . . MASTERFUL' New York Times 'I CAN't PRAISE IT ENOUGH. AN ABSOLUTE TRIUMPH' Clare Chambers 'tHIS NOVEL IS A COMPLETE AND UTTER JOY' Ann Napolitano 'I CRIED MORE THAN ONCE . . . SHOWS US WHAT A GLORIOUS THING GROWING OLDER CAN BE' Florence Knapp 'I DON't HAVE ANY WORDS. WHAT A BEAUTIFUL STORY' Reader review 'I THINK I'VE JUST FINISHED MY FAVOURITE BOOK OF THE YEAR' Reader review Every morning, Sybil Van Antwerp sits down to write letters - to her brother, to her best friend, to the president of the university who will not allow her to attend a class she desperately wants to take, to her favourite authors to tell them what she thinks of their latest books. Because at seventy-three, Sybil has used her correspondence - witty and wise - to make sense of the world. But beyond the page, she has spent the last thirty years keeping the people who love her at arms' length... Until letters from someone she had put out of her mind land on her doorstep, forcing her to reckon with her past mistakes. For as Sybil is about to learn: it's never too late to write a few post-scripts. Funny, wry and bittersweet, The Correspondent is a gem of a novel about the power of connection and the mistakes and acts of kindness that occur during a lifetime, told by one of the most memorable characters you will ever meet. Perfect for fans of Three Days in June, Olive Kitteridge and Tom Lake. Readers love THE CORRESPONDENT 'this is the book of the year!' 5 ⭐ reader review 'this book touched my soul' 5 ⭐ reader review 'should be required reading' 5 ⭐ reader review 'Oh my heart. What a gem' 5 ⭐ reader review 'I found myself asking myself, "Is this the best book I've ever read?"' 5 ⭐ reader review 'Left a profound impact on me . . . explores the reflections that come with the choices we make and it does so with such grace and depth that it's impossible not to be moved' 5 ⭐ reader review

by Chloe Walsh

€10.99

Taming 7 is an epic and unforgettable love story in the international bestselling and TikTok-phenomenon The Boys of Tommen series, from Chloe Walsh. The power and pain of first love has never been more deeply felt than in Chloe Walsh's extraordinary stories about the irresistible Boys of Tommen, which will give you the ultimate book hangover. Reader reactions: “This universe is all consuming. Chloe Walsh has some serious talent” ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ “I adore this world and the found family this series has brought into my life and I don't know what I was before I read this” ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ “Chloe Walsh will always be my number one author” ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ She is the quintessential sunshine girl. He is the lovable class clown. But storm clouds are rolling in, and this Tommen boy is about to get serious. Tommen's cheeky lad, Gerard “Gibsie” Gibson, is a comedian at heart, but underneath his happy-go-lucky nature lurks a broken boy, tortured by the events of his past. Using humour to cope with his demons, Gibsie hides everything from the world. Only one person knows who he truly is on the inside. His friend's little sister. His Claire-bear. Enveloped in sunshine, Claire Biggs has spent her whole life adoring the boy across the street. Her brother's friend. Seeing a side to Gerard that no one else sees, Claire is determined to tame her wild-at-heart childhood best friend. But when the unexpected occurs and lines are crossed, will Gibsie and Claire's friendship survive? Will it blossom into something more, or will they lose themselves in the riptide? Read all of The Boys of Tommen series: Binding 13 Keeping 13 Saving 6 Redeeming 6 Taming 7

by Freida McFadden

€9.49

Ideal for readers who: Love psychological thrillers where simmering resentment turns dangerous. Enjoy a revenge-driven story centred on an advice columnist who decides to follow her own counsel. Want domestic suspense rooted in family secrets, marriage strain and suburban New England lives. Like twisty, fast-paced reads with sharp humour and a darkly satisfying edge. A brand new twisted thriller that will have you cheering "good for her!" from the #1 Sunday Times bestselling and global sensation Freida McFadden, author of The Housemaid! Sometimes, enough is enough… Debbie Mullen is losing it. For years, she has compiled all of her best advice into her column, Dear Debbie, where the wives of New England come for sympathy and neighborly advice. Through her work, Debbie has heard from countless women who are ignored, belittled, or even abused by their husbands. And Debbie does her best to guide them in the right direction. Or at least, she did. These days, Debbie's life seems to be spiraling out of control. She just lost her job. Something strange is happening with her teenage daughters. And her husband is keeping secrets, according to the tracking app she installed on his phone. Now, Debbie's done being the bigger person. She's done being reasonable and practical. It's time to take her own advice. And now it's time for payback against all the people in her life who deserve it the most. From #1 Sunday Times and international bestselling author Freida McFadden comes a biting, subversive thriller about what happens when women finally choose to take justice into their own hands – with killer results.

by Andy Weir

€9.49

Ideal for readers who: Love science fiction driven by ingenuity, survival and high-stakes discovery Enjoy lone-mission stories that become unexpectedly emotional Are drawn to books balancing hard science with humour and heart Want a page-turning space novel with one huge central problem Project Hail Mary opens with Ryland Grace waking up alone aboard a spacecraft, with no clear memory of who he is or why he is there. Andy Weir uses that disorientation to pull readers into a mission of enormous scale, where scientific thinking is not background detail but the engine of the story itself. The novel combines technical curiosity, suspense and an unusually generous sense of wonder. It is an excellent choice for readers who want space fiction that feels clever, accessible and emotionally involving rather than coldly procedural.