Just Landed: New Books

1. The Irish experiment

by Zach Tuohy

€16.99

Whether it's committing to a tackle, being a dad or writing a memoir, if Zach Tuohy goes in, he goes 'all in' During his childhood in County Laois, Zach Tuohy's first love was Gaelic football. But when an Australian football club came knocking with a professional contract, the then-seventeen-year-old leapt at the opportunity to travel across the world and come to grips with an oval ball. Despite a rocky start navigating a Carlton Football Club in disarray and becoming a father at twenty-three, Zach went on to become one of the greatest success stories of the 'Irish Experiment'. A move to the Geelong Cats made him a star rebounding defender and cult favourite player, and in 2022 he reached the pinnacle of his adopted code, winning a Premiership medal. In 2023, Zach set a new record for the number of AFL games played by an Irish player, passing the effort of the great Jim Stynes. With characteristic devil-may care attitude and determination, Zach writes candidly about his time as a minor league Gaelic football player, and his experiences in Australia, recounting the good, the bad and the downright hilarious. He has plenty to say about the relationships between the indigenous codes of GAA and the AFL, and what needs to change secure the future of Irish and Australian footballers alike.

2. Iron flame

by Rebecca Yarros

€9.49

Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros – The Thrilling Sequel to Fourth Wing The instant #1 Sunday Times bestseller, Iron Flame , continues the epic Empyrean Series with more secrets, higher stakes, and breathtaking action. The paperback edition includes a brand-new chapter from Xaden's point of view , giving fans even more of the story they love! Secrets. Sacrifice. Survival. After defying the odds and surviving her first year at Basgiath War College, Violet Sorrengail faces even greater challenges as her real training begins. The stakes have never been higher, and her determination alone won’t be enough. With a powerful new enemy threatening everything Violet holds dear, including her love for Xaden, she must make impossible choices to protect their secrets. As the web of lies spun by those in power begins to unravel, Violet will discover that even dragon fire might not be enough to save her. With danger around every corner, betrayal lurking in the shadows, and enemies both within and beyond Basgiath, survival is more uncertain than ever. The Deadly Second Year Awaits For fans of Fourth Wing , Iron Flame delivers even more of the action, romance, and suspense that made Rebecca Yarros’ series a global phenomenon. Perfect for readers who loved The Hunger Games , Harry Potter , and A Court of Thorns and Roses . Praise for Rebecca Yarros and the Empyrean Series: “Yarros is the true inheritor of Harry Potter and inspires Hunger Games levels of devotion.” – Guardian “Iron Flame is on course to set the world alight.” – Glamour “Pure escapism – think Hunger Games meets Fifty Shades.” – The Sun Other Books in the Empyrean Series: Fourth Wing Iron Flame Onyx Storm (Pre-order now! Releasing 21.01.2025)

3. Words to Live By: A Daily Journal

by Donna Ashworth

€19.99

A daily journal of inspiration, comfort and encouragement from the UK's No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Wild Hope, beautifully designed in four-colour throughout. Start every day with Donna Ashworth by your side in this beautiful, interactive daily journal. With uplifting poems, guiding words, wise insights, perspective shifts and understanding on every page, Donna will accompany you throughout the year to help you embrace life in all its messy wondrousness. Donna also encourages you to explore your own words and writing to help you ride each wave this life sends your way, helping you find beauty and wonder on days the world scares you, comfort and patience when sadness is visiting, and courage and hope when you can't see the light. She also gently steers you back to love yourself, as you are, and to see that, no matter what you experience in this world, you are never alone. Every day is a journey and it starts with you.

4. Heavenly bodies

by Imani Erriu

€17.40

You know the most dangerous kind of villain? A woman with nothing left to lose. In a world ruled by the Stars, cruel and merciless gods, Elara has been cursed by fate. A prophecy promises she will fall for a Star, but that it will kill them both. Yet when the Star of Wrath and War descends to hunt Elara, the neighbouring kingdom sees an opportunity to take her from her home, the Kingdom of Night, to Helios, Kingdom of Light. Where she strides straight into the arms of an enemy prince. There, Elara is forced to either let Prince Lorenzo train her into a weapon worthy of battling against the tyrannical reign of the Stars, or to accept her fate. But there are shadows even within the Kingdom of Light - and they threaten to reveal the darkness in Lorenzo's past and the ancient magic that slumbers in Elara's veins. And with it all, the undeniable, star-crossed pull between them...

5. The Book Of Gold

by Ruth Frances Long

€16.99

A desperate thief. A magical book. And a heist for the ages. There's only one thing notorious thief Lyta loves more than a big score: her little brother, Kit. But when Kit is arrested for producing seditious pamphlets, he stands to lose not only his printing press, but possibly his life. In exchange for her brother's freedom, Lyta strikes a daring bargain with the king -she will steal the infamous Book of Gold: a mysterious manuscript reputed to be hiding vast magical power within. It's just the kind of challenge Lyta relishes, but she didn't bargain for a secretive scholar, her brother's interference, or the return of handsome and brooding Captain Sylvian Chant, once her lover and partner in crime, now an incorruptible royal bodyguard . . .

6. We who wrestle with God

by Jordan B. Peterson

€27.99

We Who Wrestle with God by Jordan B. Peterson – Explore the Foundations of Western Civilization From Jordan B. Peterson, renowned psychologist and author of the global bestseller 12 Rules for Life , comes We Who Wrestle with God , a revolutionary exploration of the ancient stories that define and shape our lives. Through an in-depth analysis of foundational Biblical accounts, Peterson examines the timeless themes of rebellion, sacrifice, suffering, and triumph that stabilize, inspire, and unite us culturally and psychologically. From the fall of Adam and Eve to Cain’s war with Abel, Noah’s flood, the Tower of Babel, Abraham’s trials, and Moses’ epic journey with the Israelites, Peterson unravels their profound meaning and enduring impact. What do these stories mean? Discover the forces that wrote and preserved these tales over centuries. Understand how they connect our spirits, societies, and worldviews. Gain deeper insight into the structure of the human soul and the societies we’ve built. Join Elijah as he hears the voice of God in his conscience, Jonah as he faces hell in the belly of the whale, and yourself as you wrestle with intent, aim, and purpose. Blending scientific inquiry with spiritual exploration, Peterson invites readers to journey through the greatest stories ever told and dare to confront the divine. Perfect for readers seeking profound insights into psychology, spirituality, and the cultural roots of the Western world, We Who Wrestle with God offers a groundbreaking perspective from one of today’s most influential thinkers.

7. Trial by fire

by Danielle Steel

€14.99

Trial by Fire by Danielle Steel – A Moving Tale of Love, Resilience, and Courage Set against the devastating backdrop of California wildfires, Trial by Fire is a powerful story of second chances and the bravery it takes to open your heart again. From global bestselling author Danielle Steel, this emotionally charged novel explores love, loss, and renewal. Dahlia de Beaumont, the CEO of a prestigious Parisian perfume and cosmetics company, has spent 20 years guarding her heart. Widowed at thirty, she raised her four children alone, burying herself in work and a casual relationship with a married man. But her life takes an unexpected turn when a business trip leaves her stranded in San Francisco amid raging wildfires that devastate the region. Moved by the tragic stories of injured animals, Dahlia volunteers at a pet rescue center in Napa Valley, where she meets Mark Hamilton, a kind-hearted lawyer with his own scars from love. As the fires grow closer and their bond deepens, Dahlia must decide if she’s ready to take a leap of faith and risk her heart once more. Will Dahlia find the courage to embrace a new beginning, or will the flames of the past hold her back? Perfect for fans of heartfelt dramas and compelling romances, Trial by Fire is a must-read for anyone who loves Danielle Steel’s signature storytelling.

8. Icebreaker (Deluxe Gift Edition)

by Hannah Grace

€25.52

Icebreaker by Hannah Grace – The TikTok Romance Everyone’s Talking About! When a figure skater with Olympic dreams and a charming hockey captain are forced to share a rink, sparks fly in this sizzling enemies-to-lovers romance. Anastasia Allen has dedicated her life to earning a spot on Team USA. With a full scholarship to the University of California, Maple Hills, and a coveted place on their elite figure skating team, everything is going according to plan. Nothing—not even Nate Hawkins, the hockey team captain—can get in her way. Nate is focused on keeping his team on the ice and out of trouble. But when a rink mishap forces his team to share practice space with the figure skaters, tensions rise, especially with Anastasia, who seems determined to dislike him. When Anastasia’s skating partner faces an unexpected setback, she must turn to Nate for help. As their icy rivalry melts into chemistry, she begins to wonder if she’s been wrong about hockey players all along. Could their unlikely partnership lead to something more? Perfect for fans of steamy romance, witty banter, and heartwarming college drama, Icebreaker is a must-read for lovers of sports romances and enemies-to-lovers tropes.

9. Murder island

by James Patterson

€17.40

Experience the next action-packed adventure from bestselling thriller author, James Patterson, where Brandt 'Doc' Savage must travel the world to find his missing girlfriend and put a stop to a global conspiracy. _________________________________ They thought they found heaven on earth. They discover a living hell. When Brandt 'Doc' Savage and his girlfriend Kira land on a desert island in the middle of the Atlantic, they think they've found a perfect utopia. An escape from their tumultuous pasts. But they don't have long to enjoy their new-found peace before they are violently separated and dragged to opposite ends of the earth. As Doc searches the seas and continents for Kira, he discovers they are entangled in a global conspiracy that is bigger than he ever could have imagined. Can Doc and Kira find each other before one of their many enemies catches them first? _________________________________ PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSON 'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' LEE CHILD 'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' IAN RANKIN 'The master storyteller of our times' HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON 'One of the greatest storytellers of all time' PATRICIA CORNWELL 'Patterson is in a class by himself' GUARDIAN _________________________________ Readers love Murder Island ... ***** "Murder Island is a 5-star addictive, roller coaster ride!" ***** "This novel is a thrilling blend of action, suspense, and unexpected twists." ***** "This book is so good. I love it... the story line kept me captivated through the entire book." ***** "Another winner. The only complaint I have is I can't put these books down." James Patterson, Sunday Times bestseller, November 2024

10. Disney affirmations

by Walt Disney Pictures

€9.28

"What is meant for me will find me." Challenge negative thoughts and overcome self-doubt with the support of your favourite Disney characters. Filled with wise words and confidence boosting mantras, this book is perfect for Disney fans of all ages. Each affirmation is accompanied by an inspirational image from a Disney film and supporting text which will help you fill every day with a little magic. Start your morning the Disney way with mantras to manifest self-confidence, resilience and positivity. This beautifully foiled gift book features favourite characters, such as Moana, Elsa, Dory, Merida, Mike Wazowski, Rapunzel, Winnie the Pooh, Woody, Lilo and more. Also available: Disney Quotes to Live Your Life By

11. Waterford Whispers News 2024

by Colm Williamson

€16.99

Is it the news or is the Waterford Whispers news? The ever-popular stocking filler is back with all the biggest stories from 2024 and tonnes of exclusive new content, Waterford Whispers style! From biting political commentary to irreverent pop culture references, this seasonal institution is the perfect gift.

12. Revolutionary times

by Mike Cronin

€25.99

Ireland during the period 1913-1923 was a nation in constant flux. Spanning a pivotal era marked by the Dublin Lockout, the Easter Rising, the War of Independence and the birth of the Irish Free State, Revolutionary Times captures the full complexity of this transformative decade through contemporary-style reportage, timelines of key events and insightful essays. Emanating from the acclaimed RTÉ project, Century Ireland, and distilling its essence into a captivating print form, Revolutionary Times is meticulously researched yet accessibly written and beautifully presented. Alongside the political upheaval, the book also delves into the everyday realities of Irish life during this volatile chapter - from sports and fashion to housing debates and extreme weather. Offering a rich, nuanced portrait of a nation on the brink of a new dawn, this is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the tumultuous forces that shaped modern Ireland.

13. Topographia hibernica

by Blindboy Boatclub

€9.49

'Memorable, unsettling and humane' GUARDIAN 'One of the best books I have ever read ... I can't recommend him or it enough' JOHNNY MARR 'One of the most gifted writers of his generation' IRISH TIMES Driving with a donkey stuffed in the back seat; jackdaws pecking brains out through the roof of a confessional box; cat piss and astronauts. This is not the world as you see it, but as it is, twisted from the maverick mind of Blindboy Boatclub. These are stories of the strange unsettlings in the souls of men caught in between the past and the possible; stories of heart-blinding rage and disquieting compassion. Blindboy Boatclub is the essential voice for the Irish condition in the twenty-first century, and in Topographia Hibernica he unravels the knotted threads of humanity, nature and colonisation from a contemporary perspective. * Topographia Hibernica was a bestseller in Ireland in November 2023 *

14. Dave's Bad Jokes

by Dave Moore

€10.99

Dave's Bad Jokes contains 250 of the best jokes from Dave Moore's long running bad jokes segment on his No.1 Today FM morning show, among them:   I just asked my wife: 'If you won the lottery, would you still love me?' She said: 'Of course I would. I'd miss you, but I'd still love you.'   I just got a bar installed on my roof. So, whenever I have guests, I can say 'drinks are on the house!'   The perfect stocking filler this Christmas! 

15. Fire

by John Boyne

€13.99

From internationally bestselling author John Boyne, a challenging and visceral narrative that asks the question: can one cataclysmic moment turn someone into a monster? On the face of it, Freya lives a gilded existence, dancing solely to her own tune. She has all the trappings of wealth and privilege, a responsible job as a surgeon specialising in skin grafts, a beautiful flat in a sought-after development, and a flash car. But it wasn't always like this. Hers is a life founded on darkness. Did what happened to Freya as a child one fateful summer influence the adult she would become - or was she always destined to be that person? Was she born with cruelty in her heart or did something force it into being? In Fire , John Boyne takes the reader on a chilling, uncomfortable but utterly compelling psychological journey to the epicentre of the human condition, asking the age-old question: nurture - or nature? ______ Praise for John Boyne 'One of the greatest craftsmen in contemporary literature' Colum McCann 'Among the world's greatest storytellers' Donal Ryan 'One of the most assured novelists of his generation' Observer Irish Times bestseller, May 2024

16. Hicky's Bengal gazette

by Andrew Otis

€19.72

'An enthralling tale that ties together themes that are urgently relevant today: freedom of the press, the role of journalism, and the price of speaking truth to power' Sunny Singh Hicky's Bengal Gazette is the story of India's first newspaper and its pivotal role in exposing the corruption of the British imperialist project. The story opens in late-eighteenth century Calcutta. The British are well-ensconced in Bengal but the Raj has yet to emerge. Irishman, James August Hicky, arrives in Calcutta as a surgeon's mate, seeking his fame and fortune. He soon finds himself in debtors' prison, however, and it's while in jail that he first acquires the printing press that sets him on a collision course with the British East India Company. Sensing a business opportunity, Hicky established the first newspaper in South Asia but quickly became committed to the freedom of the press at great personal cost. His Gazette exposed corruption in the East India Company and embezzlement in the Christian Church, making himself two powerful enemies in the process: Johann Zacharias Kiernander, an influential missionary and Warren Hastings, the Governor General. Staunchly anti-war and anti-colonialist, Hicky's Bengal Gazette was known for its provocative content that included accusing aristocrats and politicians not only of tyranny but also erectile dysfunction. Trials, prison time and assassination attempts follow before Hicky dies mysteriously on a boat to China. His legacy in India endures to this day through the vibrant, modern media landscape.

17. The book of gifts

by Lucy Claire Dunbar

€19.72

GIVE THE BOOK OF GIFTS THIS CHRISTMAS - ORIGINAL, INSPIRING AND BEAUTIFULLY HAND-ILLUSTRATED ARTWORK BY LUCY DUNBAR THE SUNDAY TIMES TOP FIVE BESTSELLER James Norbury meets Raymond Brigg's The Snowman with a touch of Love, Actually . . . The first book from the hugely popular new Instagram talent ---- Sometimes we all need a gift to help us through our life, or even just through the day. A chance to stop. Take a breath. Listen to your heart. That is the promise in The Book of Gifts - Lucy Dunbar's touching, beautiful, warm hearted and, above all, hopeful collection of pictures, thoughts and inspirations. If you need courage, hope or love, find it here. If you're facing loss or sadness, find comfort in these pages. Give it to your friend, your partner, a parent or a child - or just give it to yourself. The Book of Gifts is a book we cannot do without. It is for anyone, and everyone. It is for all of us. ------------------------------------------- 'Just gorgeous' Kate Bottley, BBC Radio 2 'The perfect Christmas gift for someone you love' Lorraine

18. The courting of Bristol Keats

by Mary E. Pearson

€17.40

From internationally bestselling author Mary E. Pearson, The Courting of Bristol Keats is the first book in her debut adult fantasy series, filled with forbidden romance, deadly faerie curses and pulse-pounding action. 'Mary E. Pearson is the new queen of Faerie' - Stephanie Garber, bestselling author of Once Upon a Broken Heart After losing both their parents, Bristol Keats and her sisters struggle to stay afloat in their small, quiet town of Bowskeep. When Bristol begins to receive letters from an 'aunt' she has never heard of, who promises to help, Bristol reluctantly agrees to meet her - and discovers that everything she thought she knew about her family is a lie. Her father might even still be alive. Not killed but kidnapped by terrifying creatures and taken to another realm - the one he is from. Desperate to save her father and find the truth, Bristol journeys to a land of gods, fae and monsters. Pulled into a dangerous world of magic and intrigue, she makes a deadly bargain with the fae king, Tyghan. But what she does not know is that he is the one who drove her parents to live a life on the run. And he is just as determined as she is to find her father - dead or alive . . . A heart-wrenching love story that spans worlds and decades, The Courting of Bristol Keats by Mary E. Pearson explores second chances - the ones we are denied and the ones we refuse to give - and the lines we cross that may never be forgiven.

19. The boy who lived

by David Holmes

€19.72

'A story of resilience, pain and joy' - inews As stunt double to Daniel Radcliffe in the Harry Potter film franchise, stuntman David Holmes helped to move J.K. Rowling's era-defining story from the page to the big screen. His work as a real-life Fall Guy enabled him to create some of the most memorable action sequences in the Wizarding World, as he became the first person ever to play Quidditch. In living his own hero's journey, David was also one of only a handful of people to have worn the iconic wizard's cape, glasses and scar in front of the cameras. That is, until an accident changed his life forever. During the making of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1, David broke his neck in a stunt rehearsal and was instantly paralysed. From talented junior gymnast and stunt prodigy to fully qualified Hollywood stuntman, his story is a brutally honest portrait of a man who lost everything but found different ways to reimagine new possibilities with love, friendship and optimism - and he later co-created a BAFTA-nominated documentary about his life. David's behind-the-scenes look at one of the biggest film series of all time is both jaw-dropping and hilarious. Powerful and emotional, his is a story of hope and vulnerability and paints a picture of what it truly takes to rebuild a life and become The Boy Who Lived .

20. Queen As It Began

by Jacky Smith

€15.08

The revered and authorized Queen biography, revised and updated. The original edition explored every aspect of the legendary group's career from inception to 1992. Revised and updated with cooperation and insight from Brian May and Roger Taylor - and drawing on exclusive interviews with the bandmembers - this book completes the story of the Mercury era and the immediate years after his death. With numerous extra photographs and a new foreword from Brian May, Queen - As It Began is an informative and authoritative portrait of Queen's most fundamental period.

21. To Die For

by David Baldacci

€14.99

To Die For by bestselling author David Baldacci is a gripping thriller full of dark secrets, murder, and betrayal. Some secrets are simply too dangerous to keep... TWO SUSPICIOUS DEATHS When Dwayne and Alice Odom die under mysterious circumstances, the police report claims it was a drug overdose. But their daughter, Betsy, who was present when they died, insists that isn’t the truth. ONE YOUNG SURVIVOR Betsy Odom doesn't trust the police. After her parents' deaths, she ends up in the custody of the FBI. Her wealthy and influential uncle wants to adopt her, but his criminal connections make the authorities wary. ONE MAN ON THE RUN Enter Travis Devine. Running from a deadly adversary, Devine reluctantly accepts a job as Betsy's bodyguard. But when an informant is found dead, Devine realizes that this assignment may be even more dangerous than the threat he’s fleeing—and that his true enemy might be closer than he thinks. A high-stakes, action-packed thriller, To Die For is perfect for fans of Baldacci’s page-turning style and readers who love suspense, complex characters, and shocking twists.

22. States of Play: How Sportswashing Took Over Football

by Miguel Delaney

€15.99

As the 2022 World Cup in Qatar drew to a close, Argentina’s triumph held a bitter undercurrent. Allegations of sportswashing and financial misconduct against Qatar had cast a shadow over the tournament, raising the urgent question: who really owns and controls football? In States of Play: How Sportswashing Took Over Football , journalist Miguel Delaney embarks on an eye-opening journey across Abu Dhabi, Newcastle, London, Paris, Moscow, and New York, investigating the forces that have reshaped the world’s most popular sport. This gripping exposé delves into the world of sportswashing and misconduct, revealing how football has been transformed by the wealthiest businessmen, state-backed corporations, media tycoons, and oil-rich oligarchs. From Neymar's £198 million transfer to Paris Saint-Germain and Abu Dhabi's influence in Manchester to the failure of Financial Fair Play and the rise of the European Super League, Delaney draws on exclusive interviews and unprecedented access to key insiders. His findings reveal the intricate power dynamics at play in the modern game. Authoritative, compelling, and deeply unsettling, States of Play: How Sportswashing Took Over Football  exposes how football has become a tool for the world’s elite, leaving fans to question the integrity of "the beautiful game."

23. Chasing Salah: The Biography

by Simon Hughes

€16.99

Chasing Salah – The Definitive Biography of Mohamed Salah Get ready for an extraordinary tale about the Liverpool legend and one of the most celebrated footballers in history, Mohamed Salah, through the eyes of award-winning journalist Simon Hughes in this definitive biography. A Champions League and Premier League winner, Salah's achievements are second to none. Twice crowned African Footballer of the Year, he bridges two worlds: the Middle East and Africa, where he is a source of pride, and Europe, where he has broken records and become the top scorer for Liverpool. As the most identifiable Muslim player in soccer, Salah's influence reaches much farther outside the white lines than any pitch. But who is the man behind the success? Until now, remarkably little has been known about the personal life of Salah, what drives him, and the obstacles he overcame to reach the top. In Chasing Salah, Simon Hughes pieces together a compelling portrait of this enigmatic football icon. Explore his relationships with teammates, his drive to succeed, and the influence of Egypt's political and social upheaval on his life. Gain a rare insight into his journey toward becoming a global superstar and what might lie ahead in his career.

24. The outsider

by Jane Casey

€9.49

A gripping new crime thriller with a ticking clock! 'Fast-paced and action-packed' Woman & Home December Book of the Month 'Pacy, gripping and tightly plotted' Guardian A notorious family. The country-house lifestyle of the Carter family may seem picture-perfect, but they aren't what they appear to be. A man with one goal. Undercover cop Rob Langton has one aim - to bring the family down. And his time is running out. But Rob soon realises the Carters aren't just dangerous criminals. If he can't stop them, the consequences will be explosive. Look out for the latest book in Jane Casey's brilliant Maeve Kerrigan and Josh Derwent series, A Stranger in the Family, out now! Praise for Jane Casey 'With every breath in my body, I'm BEGGING you to read Jane Casey's books!' Marian Keyes 'The ultimate just-one-more-chapter read' Abigail Dean 'Simply one of the best writers of detective fiction today' Liz Nugent 'A twisting, seductive, sensational thriller' Chris Whitaker 'The twist in the end was as surprising as it was satisfying' Stig Abell 'As tense as piano wire, intricately plotted' Neil Lancaster 'The undisputed queen of simmering tension' Sarah Hilary 'One of the very best authors writing today' Andrea Mara 'Smart, gripping and stylish' Catherine Ryan Howard 'Funny, sexy, and a character and a case that will break your heart' Jo Callaghan 'This book hit the ground running and didn't let up' Sam Holland 'Blew my mind. One of my books of the year' Jo Spain 'A slow-burn sizzle that would put romance writers to shame' Claire McGowan

25. Weird Ireland: An Unofficial Guide To The Island

by Brinsley McNamara

€15.99

Explore Ireland’s quirkiest tales with Weird Ireland: An Unofficial Guide to the Island by Brinsley McNamara. From gravity-defying hills and music-playing bridges to chairs that “cure madness” and UFO sightings, this book takes you off the beaten path and into Ireland's most fascinating oddities. McNamara’s distinct voice, combined with whimsical illustrations by Eoin Whelehan, brings to life local legends, folklore, and curious relics. Perfect for anyone who loves uncovering the strange, rare, and wonderfully peculiar!

26. Under the Rainbow

by Shane Kenny

€21.99

From late 1994 to June 1997 Fine Gael, Labour and Democratic Left were a coalition government led by John Bruton, arguably the most left-wing government in the history of the state. Shane Kenny provides the reader with the ultimate fly-on-the-wall insider account of this crucial period in Irish politics: one which contained highly significant breakthroughs in the Northern Ireland peace process, the most high-profile murder in the history of the state (Veronica Guerin), the establishment of the 'payments to politicians' tribunal which finally exposed the sources of former Taoiseach Charles Haughey's wealth, and a divorce referendum which heralded a changing Ireland. This is also a story of tragedy, both political and human; of those who died and were injured needlessly by the resumption of IRA violence; of a government with good potential which fell; of timing which was wrong, and of an economic disaster that could have been averted, or at least substantially mitigated.

27. Saturday Afternoon Fever: The Autobiography

by Jeff Stelling

€15.99

A profoundly personal, warmly nostalgic and deliciously funny memoir by the legendary Sky Sports anchorman Jeff Stelling, chronicling a life spent obsessing about 'The Beautiful Game' ever since he was a little boy, and underpinned by a deeply rooted love of football and of people. For a quarter of a century the iconic Sky Sports football presenter Jeff Stelling was the face and voice of football television. As the host of Soccer Saturday, a results show with National Treasure status, he expertly presided over a live panel of former footballers watching the most exciting sporting chapter of the weekend, on the telly, in front of a transfixed audience of millions, watching, unbelievably... on the telly. Beginning at midday and wrapping just after the Premier League's players had showered and changed, the show's popularity stitched Stelling into the fabric of match-day rituals up and down the country. For fans, the weekend didn't exist without an hour or four of Soccer Saturday. Saturday Afternoon Fever is Stelling's moving and fascinating memoir: a love letter to the game that has shaped and defined him, as it has millions of other football fans across the UK. This is the passionate, engaging tale of one fan's journey from the terraces at Hartlepool's rainy Victoria Park in the 1960s to the sleek and salubrious confines of the Sky Sports studios, an adventure that spans well over half a century and some of the most fast-changing, exciting periods in football's history.

28. Think Twice

by Harlan Coben

€9.49

Think Twice by Harlan Coben Discover Think Twice , the latest unputdownable thriller from global No.1 bestselling author and creator of the hit Netflix drama Stay Close , Harlan Coben. When sports agent Myron Bolitar is approached by the FBI about his former client, Greg Downing—whose DNA has been found at a double murder scene—Myron is shocked. Greg is supposed to be dead; Myron attended his funeral and even gave the eulogy. But with Greg now a prime suspect, Myron and his trusted friend Win find themselves unraveling a web of secrets, lies, and a deadly conspiracy stretching back into the past. Coben delivers his signature suspense, masterful twists, and razor-sharp pacing in this Sunday Times bestselling Myron Bolitar thriller. Praised by critics and loved by fans, Think Twice is a must-read for thriller enthusiasts. “He never disappoints.” — Stephen King “Witty, tense, sharp, and paced like a racecar.” — Gregg Hurwitz “Another gripping tale from the modern master of the impossible plot twist.” — The Sun Perfect for fans of high-stakes mysteries, Think Twice will keep you guessing until the very last page.

29. Three little birds

by Sam Blake

€9.49

THE TOP FIVE IRISH TIMES BESTSELLER 'Sam Blake at her masterful best' Andrea Mara 'Griptastic!' Liz Nugent Two decades of secrets. One shocking discovery... When a skull is found in Lough Coyne, facial reconstruction expert Dr Carla Steele is drawn into a fourteen-year-old case - but not all cases are cold, as Carla discovers when she and DS Jack Maguire find the brutally murdered body of a local woman close to the water's edge. Together with Carla's partner, criminal psychologist Grace Franciosi, Carla and Jack uncover a tragic story with very dangerous and current implications. Since the disappearance of her best friend, Carla has dedicated her career to bringing the dead home, but this time it's the living who are counting on her. In a race to save another woman, will they be able to stop the killer in time? 'Immersive and chilling' Jane Casey 'Gripping and fascinating' Catherine Kirwan

30. Bring on United

by Andy Mitten

€17.99

How Manchester United conquered all, by the players who won everything ______________________________________________________________ With a foreword by Ruud van Nistelrooy The Champions League, the Club World Cup, 6 Premier League Titles, 1 FA Cup, 3 League Cups, 4 Community Shields, 1 legendary manager. From Rio to Rome, 2000-2010. This is the story of one of the greatest eras in the history of England's most successful club, told through the eyes of the players who made it happen. Not just the big wins, the cup finals and the trophy parades, but the half-time rows, the mad pranks, the boozy nights out and the training-ground bust-ups. Andy Mitten has tracked down eleven of the stars from those Premier League and Champions League winning teams to open the door to both the dressing room and the boardroom at Old Trafford as the club cemented its status as the dominant force in English football. Bring on United is an astonishingly candid and revealing insight into the workings of a relentless winning machine. More than that, it's as lively and entertaining a sports book as you'll ever read. Featuring exclusive interviews with Nemanja Vidic, Ole Gunnar Solskjær, Patrice Evra, Gary Neville, Dimitar Berbatov, Jaap Stam, John O'Shea, Wes Brown, Dwight Yorke, Diego Forlán and Ryan Giggs.

31. Conclave

by Robert Harris

€10.99

***OUT NOW - PRECIPICE , THE THRILLING NEW NOVEL FROM ROBERT HARRIS*** THE POWER OF GOD. THE AMBITION OF MEN. THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER Behind the locked doors of the Sistine Chapel, 118 cardinals are meeting in conclave to cast their votes in the world's most secretive election. They are holy men. But they are ambitious. And they have rivals. Over the next 72 hours, one of them will become the most powerful spiritual figure on earth. Who will it be? 'Unputdownable' Guardian 'Gripping' Sunday Times

32. Don't look back, you'll trip over

by Michael Caine

€17.99

The Hollywood screen legend brings his wit, insight, entertaining stories and wisdom to answer questions about every aspect of his long life - inspiring us all to Be More Michael Caine. I'm always asked questions - by fans, by other actors and friends, by my grandchildren. They want to know how I've lasted so long, how I handle fame, why I chose to do some of my films, which films and actors I like best and so forth. They also want to know what makes me tick, what makes me get up in the morning in my 90s, and whether I'll ever retire. (The answer to that one is "No!") Over a long life, I've learnt a lot and had the opportunity to reflect. I've seen a new generation grow up, among them my own grandchildren, facing the world with all its challenges and problems. I hope they'll find Don't Look Back, You'll Trip Over: My Guide to Life helps them to be optimistic - and shows that anyone can blow the bloody doors off. An iconic book, from one of our best-loved actors: this is Michael Caine at his very best.

33. Brightly shining

by Ingvild H. Rishøi

€13.99

Christmas is just around the corner, and Ronja and Melissa's father is out of work. When ten-year-old Ronja hears about a job selling Christmas trees, she thinks it might be the stroke of luck they all need. Soon, the fridge fills with food and their father comes home smiling, covered in spruce needles. But the local pub has an irresistible pull and he quickly abandons his responsibilities. Melissa decides to take his place at the Christmas tree stand, working before and after school, and bringing Ronja with her. On rare breaks in the dark of a Norwegian December they dream of a brighter place of kindness and plenty - and find there are some people in the world who might help them. Small in stature but with an outsize impact on the reader, Brightly Shining has all the markings of a magical modern classic.

34. Along came a spider

by James Patterson

€9.49

The tie-in edition for the Amazon Prime series starring Aldis Hodge as Alex Cross. The very first thriller in James Patterson's international bestselling series featuring forensic psychologist Alex Cross. 'Alex Cross is a legend' Harlan Coben 'A character for the ages' Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child 'Alex Cross. . . only gets better and better' Lisa Scottoline 'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades. The Alex Cross series proves it' Lee Child ____________ Two children have been kidnapped from an elite private school in Washington DC, and Detective Alex Cross is charged with finding them. The kidnapper's identity is quickly determined as one of the children's teachers. But capturing him is the true challenge. As Cross gets pulled deeper into the strange world of the kidnapper, it becomes clear he is far more dangerous than anyone could have anticipated. ____________ Readers can't get enough of Alex Cross... ***** 'I've read this two, maybe three, times over the years. It's a gripping tale and a fantastic start to the series.' ***** '5 Stars. I couldn't stop reading. It's that good. What a debut.' ***** 'This was an excellent read! A great start to the Alex Cross series and a real page-turner!' ***** 'Wow, what a fantastic thriller with lots of twists and turns that I never saw coming.'

35. The Hike Life: 50 more to Explore

by Roz Purcell

€18.99

In her eagerly awaited follow-up, The Hike Life: 50 More to Explore , Rozanna Purcell introduces readers to 50 stunning new trails across Ireland, from well-known routes to hidden gems. This beautifully curated guide highlights breathtaking hikes such as Strickeen in the Gap of Dunloe, the Urris Lakes Loop in Donegal, and Roz's personal favorite, the dog-friendly trail at 'The Devil’s Glen' just outside Dublin. It’s the perfect companion for those looking to experience Ireland’s natural beauty at their own pace. Building on the success of her first book, The Hike Life 2 , Roz continues to provide essential tips, including detailed trail information, route descriptions, best photo spots, and recommendations for post-hike meals or nearby wild swimming spots. Each hike is designed to be a full day of adventure, whether you’re exploring solo, with friends, or your furry companions. In 50 More to Explore , Roz also dives deeper into practical advice, offering helpful information on ticks, local wildlife, and even the best places to pop the question! Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just starting out, this book offers everything you need for an unforgettable journey into the Irish wilderness.

36. In Too Deep

by Lee Child

€15.99

Dive into the gripping world of In Too Deep , the latest instalment in the Jack Reacher series by acclaimed authors Lee Child and Andrew Child. This electrifying thriller follows ex-military policeman Jack Reacher as he awakens in an unfamiliar place, handcuffed and injured, with no memory of how he got there. Determined to uncover the truth, Reacher embarks on a relentless quest through a labyrinth of deception and danger. In Too Deep masterfully combines suspense, action, and intricate plotting, making it a must-read for fans of the Jack Reacher series and lovers of high-stakes thrillers. Secure your copy today to experience the relentless pursuit of justice that only Jack Reacher can deliver. Although the Jack Reacher novels can be read in any order, In Too Deep is the 29th book in the internationally bestselling series.

37. This Boy's Heart: Scenes from an Irish Childhood

by John Creedon

€21.99

In This Boy's Heart , beloved Irish broadcaster John Creedon invites readers on an intimate journey through the people, places, and moments that shaped him. With warmth, humor, and a keen sense of nostalgia, Creedon recounts tales of his Cork upbringing, weaving together stories of family, friendships, and the Irish landscapes that left an indelible mark on his life. Celebrating the simplicity and beauty of Irish culture, this memoir is a tribute to Creedon’s roots and a universal story of belonging and self-discovery. Perfect for fans of memoirs, Irish culture, and those drawn to reflective, heartwarming storytelling, This Boy's Heart is an inspiring read that reminds us of the power of home and heritage.

38. Kinahan Assassins

by Stephen Breen

€16.99

After an audacious assassination attempt on boss Daniel Kinahan's life, the Kinahan Cartel recruited an unprecedented number of killers to retaliate against their attackers, the Hutch gang. Kinahan Assassins is the compelling behindthe-scenes account of one man's thirst for vengeance and how it proved fatal for his organization. Kinahan Assassins has the stories of the men who killed for the cartel - including vulnerable drug addicts, a former British soldier, an MMA fighter and an invisible 'Mr Nobody' who acted as a cartel quartermaster - as well as those who gave them orders. And it details how, one by one, the hit teams were identified, surveilled and taken down by the Irish police. Featuring new and exclusive material – conversations from wiretaps, insights from gardaí at the heart of the operations and interviews with the loved ones of innocents caught in the crossfire – Kinahan Assassins is a startling and gripping read that throws a new light on the war on organized crime.

39. Davy Russell: My Autobiography

by Davy Russell

€19.99

An outstanding insight into the life and career of one of the greatest National Hunt jockeys. The bad days, the good days, the passion - it's all there' - Rachael Blackmore. 'Davy Russell's story has been the most fascinating of racing journeys, Donn McClean its classiest chronicler. It makes a National winning combination' - Brough Scott 'Davy Russell is one of the most interesting characters in racing and one of the most successful National Hunt riders of our time. This is a superb book, one of the best sports books I've read' - Eamon Dunphy From Davy Russell's early life in Youghal to his winning ride on Tiger Roll in the 2018 Grand National, this book has it all. Capturing the highs of an incredible career as a top jockey, from the adrenaline rush of winning the Grand National twice, the Cheltenham Gold Cup and the Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris, it also dwells on the devastating blows that Davy experienced through injury and shows his huge resilience and strength of character. In the book, Davy tells of his years on the point-to-point scene, his big move to England and his first Cheltenham victory in 2006, his experiences at Michael O'Leary's Gigginstown Stud as the number one rider, working with Gordon Elliot, hism charity work with Hurling for Cancer Research, and his retirement. It is a truly remarkable journey written by the most entertaining jockey in the business.

40. Dogs and Their Humans

by Noel Fitzpatrick

€16.99

In my consulting room with a dog lying by our feet, I have seen the very best that humanity has to offer and often in the very worst of circumstances. Private jets or helicopters land, beat up old cars rattle into the carpark, princes and paupers come through the door and every single one has three things in common. One, they love their dogs beyond anything that can be described in words. Two, they will do whatever it takes. And three, they have all come to me for one thing and one thing only: hope. The dogs don’t care whether they are pauper or prince. I don’t care either. My room is the great leveler. From the sublime to the ridiculous, Professor Noel Fitzpatrick has seen it all in his veterinary practice. Dogs (and their humans): stories of healing and hope from the Supervet’s surgery is a funny, uplifting and at times heartbreaking celebration of our connection with our loyal canine friends. Dogs allow us to be the best humans we can be.

41. Whatever It Takes

by Richie Hogan

€21.99

Richie Hogan is one of the all-time greats of hurling, winner of seven All-Ireland senior hurling medals and multiple individual awards. His epic career brought him both immense joy and incredible heartache. This success did not come about by accident: Richie's complete focus on hurling success meant every decision he made revolved around hurling, from education to career to lifestyle choices. He grew up with Kilkenny hurling in his blood and from a very young age worked towards goals rather than dreams. Hyper-focused and determined, there wasn't a day in his life where he didn't think about what he needed to do to get to the highest level of the sport he loved and what he needed to do to stay up there. Now, in Whatever it Takes, Richie tells the story of his dazzling career, from his obsession with maintaining high standards in the Kilkenny team, to the stand-out moments on the pitch and the challenges he encountered along the way that threatened to derail everything. This frank and forthright account takes us inside one of the greatest hurling teams of all time as never before.

42. What We Know Now

by Jenny Kelly

€19.99

After twenty years of friendship, podcasters Jenny Kelly and Mairead Ronan have seen it all—single life, career highs, break-ups, make-ups, marriages, divorce, motherhood, and everything in between. They've experienced the joys, stresses, and messes of life, and after countless cups of tea and conversations, they’ve learned one thing for sure: it's time to stop sweating the small stuff. In What We Know Now , Jenny and Mairead share their candid, down-to-earth advice on navigating the highs and lows of adulthood. From the realities of grown-up friendships and relationships to figuring out what you really want in life, they offer wisdom and humor drawn from their own experiences. They’re not here to solve all your problems, but they’ll make you laugh, keep you company, and remind you that no one really has it all figured out. Along the way, you'll learn some essential truths—like why you’ll never have perfect Pocahontas hair (and why that’s totally fine), how satisfying a deep clean can be, and why staring at trees might just make you happier than any designer handbag ever could. Whether it’s navigating relationships, ditching perfectionism, or finding joy in the everyday, What We Know Now is a funny, relatable guide that will leave you feeling understood, uplifted, and less alone in life’s inevitable ups and downs.

43. Drawn to Nature

by Don Conroy

€17.99

In the modern fast-paced world, it can be easy to forget the beauty that exists all around us. Thankfully, Ireland’s favourite artist Don Conroy is on hand and in a reflective mood, reminding us of the simple wonders of Ireland’s natural environment. Through the most exquisite illustrations and thoughtful words, Don guides the reader through the woodlands and waterways that we are all familiar with, pausing and reflecting on a heron here or a fox there … In many ways Drawn to Nature is the ultimate culmination of a life lived in wholehearted commitment to art and conservation. This beautiful book will encourage you to follow that path too.

44. The Happy Pear 20: Recipes and Learning from the First 20 Years

by David Flynn

€21.99

David and Stephen Flynn, AKA The Happy Pear, need no introduction. Known and loved for their hearty yet healthy dishes, big flavours, delicious food and incredible sense of community, they have been bringing joy through good food for twenty years. Now the nation's favourite healthy chefs are back with their essential collection of versatile and comforting plant-based recipes to help you feel great and clock up easy wins in the kitchen. Inspired by the dishes that are most requested in the café and the food that they (and their kids!) actually eat at home, this is healthy home-cooking at its best. After twenty years of testing and perfecting, these recipes are guaranteed to deliver on flavour and nutrition, all made with familiar ingredients. Embrace plant power with these tried and tested recipes, designed to make eating more veg as easy, and tasty, as possible.

45. On Duty

by John O'Driscoll

€21.99

Between 2016 and his retirement in 2022, Assistant Garda Commissioner John O'Driscoll was the public face of Garda operations targeting organised crime. This put him at the centre of a long-running quest to bring down the Kinahan drug cartel, culminating in US sanctions being imposed - an unprecedented development spearheaded by O'Driscoll.   But the Kinahans were just some of the many notorious drug dealers and criminals O'Driscoll successfully brought to book. During his tenure at Dublin's Store Street he was tasked with reckoning with the heroin epidemic: his unique approach to community policing got to the root of the power of infamous criminals like Tony Felloni, Michel Cronin and Derek Dunne, stripping them of their assets. No Assistant Garda Commissioner has ever written a memoir before; On Duty promises to be a unique insight into policing operations in Ireland at the highest level.   'John O'Driscoll makes an authoritative and valuable contribution, quite without precedent, to the debate around policing and security policy in 21st century Ireland' Conor Brady, former editor of The Irish Times and author of The Guarding of Ireland.

46. Running From Office: Confessions Of Ambition And Failure In Politics

by Eoghan Murphy

€16.99

A wonderfully engaging, honest and witty portrait of the humiliations, idealism, nobility and banality of democratic life' - Rory Stewart, author of Politics on the Edge' Wryly self-deprecating, but also informative and illuminating' - Matt Cooper As Ireland's Minister for Housing, Eoghan Murphy took on one of the toughest brief in government, one that continues to be a challenge today. Looking back at his life in the build-up to parliamentary office and at his time in the cabinet, Eoghan brings a self-lacerating and deeply personal view of the life of a modern politician trying - and often failing - to make the positive change he hoped to deliver. Brutal and sometimes harrowing, Eoghan's tale is also surprisingly funny, though the humour is only ever at the author's expense. If, in the end, all political careers end in failure, why didn't anyone tell the author that? There are no heroes or villains here, just a person facing their own limitations as they navigate the unfamiliar world of campaigns, elected office and government responsibility. Bringing refreshing candour to the pressures and absurdity of politics, this book shows us who our politicians really are when there's nothing left to spin and no one there to spin it to.

47. Night & Day

by John Connolly

€15.99

Following the highly acclaimed Nocturnes and Night Music, Night & Day is filled with eerie surprises and dark delights. Night & Day takes us from the dusty shelves of an uncanny library filled with fictional characters to a bunker deep beneath the earth where scientists seek revenge on old Nazis, from an English marsh haunted by a mother and her son to a country house where a grieving widower finds comfort from a most unlikely source. Concluding with the author's account of how an obscure horror film brought him closer to his lost father, and how nostalgia can help to keep us sane, this is a collection that will move, entertain, and keep you reading late into the night.

48. The house of Cross

by James Patterson

€17.99

SOON TO BE AN ORIGINAL AMAZON PRIME SERIES The thirty-second instalment in James Patterson's globally bestselling Alex Cross series. _____________________________________________ It's time to put the guns down, Detective Cross. Even if you knew the way out of this place, we would catch you. A serial killer is taking out America's finest legals minds, and Alex Cross is called to investigate their brutal murders. But during a dangerous mission to track down the killer, his wife, Bree, and best friend, John Sampson, go missing. To save the people he loves most, Cross has only three goals: Number one: Find Bree and John. Number two: Escape. Number three: Survive. If he fails, there will be no one left in the House of Cross. ___________________________________________ PRAISE FOR THE ALEX CROSS SERIES 'Patterson never, and I mean never, disappoints' USA Today 'Behind all the noise and the numbers, we shouldn't forget that no one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades. The Alex Cross series proves it' Lee Child 'Alex Cross is a legend' Harlan Coben 'Alex Cross ... only gets better and better' Lisa Scottoline 'I wrote, "Along Came a Spider is the best thriller I've come across in many a year. It deserves to be this season's no. 1 bestseller and should instantly make James Patterson a household name." A household name, indeed' Nelson DeMille '[Alex Cross] has become one of the greatest fictional detectives of all time, a character for the ages' Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child Alex Cross Must Die was a Sunday TImes bestseller November 2023

49. Dad Food

by Dylan McGrath

€21.99

Restaurateur and chef Dylan McGrath has cooked for thousands of people, but becoming a father encouraged him to create a new approach to cooking at home, using solid recipes that are guaranteed to deliver on taste, whatever your skill level.   In his debut cookbook, Dylan shares the recipes that every man should have up his sleeve and gives a masterclass in the kit and the techniques that will guarantee great results. Beginners will lose the fear of cooking, and confident cooks will be encouraged to take their expertise to the next level. Packed with big flavours, accessible ingredients, and foolproof recipes, this book serves up mouth-watering home cooking to savour and share - with everything from filling brunches to big grills to signature roasts to every dad's favourite: the BBQ. With chapters such as Comforting Curries, Healthy Cooking, Epic Roasts, Simple Suppers, Perfect Pizza, Brunch and Breakfast, this is a must-have cookbook for dads (or for anyone that has a dad) written by a dad. In fact, the recipes are so good you'll find everyone in the house wants to use it!

50. How good it is I have no fear of dying

by Lara Marlowe

€21.99

The first time Lara Marlowe interviewed Lieutenant Yulia Mykytenko in Ukraine in 2023, Marlowe realized that the 28-year-old woman army officer was one of the most extraordinary people she had encountered in 42 years of journalism. Mykytenko was born in Kyiv in July 1995. She co-founded the 'female squad' of the 16th regiment of the Self-Defence Force during the 2013/14 Euromaidan protests, which overthrew the corrupt, pro-Russian president Viktor Yanukovych. She married Illia Serbin, a soldier, in 2015 and joined the army to serve with him in Donbas the following year. Mykytenko briefly left the army after her husband was killed in a Russian bombardment, but re-enlisted on the first day of the full-scale Russian invasion of 24 February 2022. She commands a 25-man drone unit on the frontline in Donbas. Drawing from a series of interviews with Mykytenko through the winter of 2023/24, Marlowe paints a searing portrait of life on the frontline and offers insights into Ukraine's past and possible future. How Good It Is I Have No Fear of Dying is a compelling story of a country at war and a fearless woman fighting for its survival.

51. The Rory's Stories Guide to Parenting

by Rory O'Connor

€12.99

Rory O'Connor has three kids and, in his own words, is just about surviving a life filled with sleep deprivation, stray Lego underfoot, mashed potato on the walls and the unmatched pride that comes with being a dad!     Having coped with the labour ward and having been lulled into a false sense of security with one child, he's now knee deep in nappies, tackling tantrums and trying desperately to enjoy the occasional family holiday.     The Rory's Stories Guide to Parenting brings Rory's trademark brilliant observations, everyday humour and down-to-earth common sense to the wonderful world of parenting. It's the 'guide' to parenting we've all been waiting for!

52. Swimming Wild Ireland: A Celebration of Ireland’s Incredible Wild Swimming Communities

by Vicky Allan

€23.99

After the success of Taking the Plunge in 2019, Anna Deacon & Vicky Allan have seen wild swimming take off. From those who bathe in ice cold sunrise waters to wild swimmers under a moonlit sky, whether you like a dip in the buff, ice therapy or are on a mission to find like-minded people to share the experience of menopause, mental health issues and more, there is a community out there for everyone. As they swim their way through the country, they find a ripple effect. Swimmers changing the world and transforming their own lives together. As they spread the joy of immersion they also unearth tips and tricks from the wild swimming community, from the best spots, to safety tips and most importantly, how to find your own wild tribe.

53. Maybe Next Christmas

by Emma Heatherington

€9.49

* The new novel from the bestselling author of This Christmas is available to pre-order now! * It’s Christmas Eve and, as the snow begins to fall, Bea is at Heathrow airport, ready to return home to Ireland for the festivities. There, she meets Ollie for the first time. They talk about everything and anything, and their connection is undeniable. But when their flight lands, they leave just as they met: strangers. A chance encounter in London a few months later, however, sparks a chain of events neither of them could have ever imagined. Last Christmas was just the beginning. This year will be full of surprises. And next Christmas may be the one that changes everything. . .

54. Time Of The Child

by Niall Williams

€14.99

In Time of the Child by acclaimed author Niall Williams, we enter the small Irish town of Faha, where Doctor Jack Troy has dedicated his life to caring for the sick and comforting the dying. A doctor’s visit in Faha always brings a sense of foreboding, setting Jack apart from the community he serves. Living in her father’s shadow, Jack's youngest daughter, Ronnie, has watched her chance at true love slip away, passing up an ill-suited marriage proposal and resigning herself to a quiet life. But during the Advent season of 1962, as Faha prepares for Christmas, a mysterious baby is left on their doorstep. This unexpected arrival transforms both Jack and Ronnie's lives, challenging their understanding of family and reshaping their roles within the community. As winter unfolds, Time of the Child tells a poignant story of connection, love, and second chances, highlighting the redemptive power of unexpected family in the heart of rural Ireland.

55. The Story Of Tayto: The Original Irish Crisp

by Bobby Aherne

€16.99

From humble origins back in 1954, when Joe 'Spud' Murphy opened a small factory on O'Rahilly Parade in Dublin city, this is the definitive story of an Irish national icon - Tayto crisps - and how they came to be not only the nation's favourite crisps, but a part of our national culture. This is not only a history of the brand, but also a truly unique look at its evolution in a changing Ireland through the decades.  Written with humour and style by popular historian Bobby Aherne, this is the definitive story of Tayto over the last 70 years, from the invention of the cheese and onion flavour, and hand-packed paper packets in 1954, to Mr Tayto's election campaign, the search for Mrs Tayto, and the rollercoaster of Tayto Park. Beautifully illustrated with hundreds of images from the Tayto archives, packed with stories from the past and present, and sprinkled with just a bit of nostalgia for years gone by, this is a book for the whole family to enjoy.

56. Spare

by Harry

€12.99

It was one of the images of the twentieth century: two boys, walking behind the coffin of their mother, Princess Diana. Billions wondered what the princes must be feeling - and how their lives would play out from that point on. For Harry, this is that story at last. Before then, Prince Harry was known as the happy-go-lucky Spare to the more serious Heir. But grief changed everything. At twenty-one, he joined the Army but was soon more lost than ever, suffering from post-traumatic stress and crippling panic attacks. Above all, he couldn't find true love. Then he met Meghan. The world was swept away by the couple's romance and wedding. But in the face of sustained press intrusion, Harry saw no other way to protect his wife and children than to flee his mother country. Over the centuries, leaving the Royal Family was an act few had dared. The last to try had been his mother. . . Written with raw, unflinching honesty,  Spare  is full of insight, revelation and hard-won wisdom about the eternal power of love over grief.

57. The Striker

by Ana Huang

€9.49

Ana Huang’s latest sports romance is a tantalizing, forbidden love story with all the steamy tension her fans adore. Asher Donovan, the Premier League’s most talented yet controversial footballer, finds himself in the spotlight for more than his on-field skills. With a reputation as much for charm as reckless antics, Asher’s team troubles reach a boiling point after a championship loss caused by his fierce rivalry with a teammate. The punishment? A forced summer of bonding and intense cross-training. Enter Scarlett DuBois, a former prima ballerina whose career was shattered by a tragic accident. Now a focused and guarded dance teacher, Scarlett never expected to spend her summer training the one man she vowed to avoid. Haunted by her past and wary of her brother’s intense rivalry with Asher, she’s determined to keep things professional. But with her brother called away, Scarlett and Asher are left alone, and the slow-burn attraction between them becomes impossible to resist. As they train together, Asher is captivated by her beauty and inner strength, and Scarlett begins to see a side of Asher hidden beneath the headlines. But with the stakes high and secrets unfolding, both must decide if they’re willing to risk their guarded hearts for a chance at love. With intense chemistry, deep emotional arcs, and all the spice Huang’s readers crave, this story is a must-read for fans of romance, resilience, and redemption.

58. Night & Day

by John Connolly

€15.99

Following the highly acclaimed Nocturnes and Night Music, Night & Day is filled with eerie surprises and dark delights. Night & Day takes us from the dusty shelves of an uncanny library filled with fictional characters to a bunker deep beneath the earth where scientists seek revenge on old Nazis, from an English marsh haunted by a mother and her son to a country house where a grieving widower finds comfort from a most unlikely source. Concluding with the author's account of how an obscure horror film brought him closer to his lost father, and how nostalgia can help to keep us sane, this is a collection that will move, entertain, and keep you reading late into the night.

59. Patriot

by Aleksei Navalnyi

€26.99

The powerful and moving memoir of a fearless political opposition leader who paid the ultimate price for his beliefs. Alexei Navalny began writing PATRIOT shortly after his near-fatal poisoning in 2020. It is the full story of his life: his youth, his call to activism, his marriage and family, his commitment to challenging a world super-power determined to silence him, and his total conviction that change cannot be resisted - and will come. In vivid, page-turning detail, including never-before-seen correspondence from prison, Navalny recounts, among other things, his political career, the many attempts on his life, and the lives of the people closest to him, and the relentless campaign he and his team waged against an increasingly dictatorial regime. Written with the passion, wit, candour and bravery for which he was justly acclaimed, PATRIOT is Navalny's final letter to the world: a moving account of his last years spent in the most brutal prison on earth; a reminder of why the principles of individual freedom matter so deeply; and a rousing call to continue the work for which he sacrificed his life.

60. Karla's Choice

by Nick Harkaway

€16.99

Set in John le Carré’s iconic universe, Karla's Choice is a thrilling addition to the George Smiley saga, filling the gap between The Spy Who Came in from the Cold and Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy . It’s 1963, and George Smiley has left the Circus, hoping for peace after years of Cold War espionage. But his plans are interrupted when a Soviet defector and a mysterious missing agent pull him back into a web of secrets. Smiley must confront a deepening Soviet threat that strikes at the heart of his most formidable adversary, Karla. This novel, praised by authors like William Boyd and Mick Herron, captures le Carré’s essence while delivering a fresh, suspenseful tale that honors the legacy of one of spy fiction's most celebrated worlds.

61. The Money-Saving Garden Year: A Month-by-month Guide to a Great Garden that Costs Less

by Anya Lautenbach

€17.99

Garden better for less all year long with Anya Lautenbach the "Money-Saving Gardener". With month-by-month advice on what to do when - from self-sown seedlings to spot, the best time to propagate different plants, and seasonal pruning jobs - Anya shows you how to keep your garden looking good without breaking the bank. Handy monthly plant lists, money-saving tips, propagation chart, and planting calendar guide you on your way. Embrace each season with timely projects to absorb you, garden highlights to enjoy, and notes on how to find happiness in your garden even in the depths of winter. Anya's clear, practical yet mindful approach will help anyone grow a glorious garden while cutting costs.

62. A calamity of souls

by David Baldacci

€9.49

'A tour de force' - S.A. Cosby 'An instant classic' - Alex Michaelides Set in the tumultuous year of 1968 in southern Virginia, a murder case sets a duo of Black and white lawyers against a deeply unfair system as they work to defend their wrongfully-accused Black defendants. A Calamity of Souls is the gripping historical courtroom drama from international no. 1 bestselling author David Baldacci. ********** Jack Lee is a white lawyer from Freeman County, Virginia, who has never done anything to push back against racism, until he decides to represent Jerome Washington, a Black man charged with killing a wealthy, elderly white couple. Doubting his decision, Lee fears that his legal skills may not be enough to prevail in a case where the odds are already stacked against both him and his client. And he quickly finds himself out of his depth when he realizes that what is at stake is far greater than the outcome of a murder trial. Desiree DuBose is a Black lawyer from Chicago who has devoted her life to furthering the causes of justice and equality for everyone. She comes to Freeman County and enters a fractious and unwieldy partnership with Lee in a legal battle against the best prosecutor in town. Yet DuBose is also aware that powerful outside forces are at work to blunt the victories achieved by the Civil Rights movement. Lee and DuBose could not be more dissimilar. On their own, neither one can stop the prosecution's deliberate march towards a guilty verdict and the electric chair. But together, the pair fight for what once seemed impossible: a chance for a fair trial and true justice. ********** KILLER TWISTS. HEROES TO BELIEVE IN. TRUST BALDACCI. 'One of the world's thriller masters' - Daily Mail 'Baldacci is still peerless' - Sunday Times 'David Baldacci at his best' - Michael Connelly 'One of the all-time best thriller authors' - Lisa Gardner 'Baldacci on top form' - Peter James *The 6.20 Man, the first instalment in Baldacci's Travis Devine series, was an instant New York Times bestseller w/c 31/07/2024

63. Diddly Squat: Home To Roost

by Jeremy Clarkson

€17.99

Welcome back to Clarkson's Farm. So, that went well . The spring barley crop failed. Just like the oil seed rape. And the durum wheat. Then the oats turned the colour of a hearing aid and the mushrooms went mouldy. Farming sheep, pigs and cows was hardly more lucrative. Jeremy would be better off trying to breed ostriches. But in the face of uncooperative weather, the relentless realities of the agricultural economy, bureaucracy, a truculent local planning department and the world's persistent refusal to recognise his ingenuity and genius, our hero's not beaten yet. Not while the farm shop's still doing a roaring trade in candles that smell like his knacker hammock, he isn't. On the face of it, the challenges of making a success of Diddly Squat are enough to have you weeping into your (Hawkstone) beer, but misery loves company and in girlfriend Lisa, Farm Manager Kaleb, Cheerful Charlie and Gerald his Head of Security Jeremy knows he's got the best. And it's hard for a chap to feel too gloomy about things when there's a JCB telehandler, a crop-spraying hovercraft and a digger in the barn. Because as a wise man* once said, 'there's no man alive who wouldn't have fun with a digger .' *Jeremy

64. World Football Records 2025

by Keir Radnedge

€19.99

The best-selling collection of football facts, stats and stories is back for another fully updated edition! World Football Records 2025 offers lively, fun and fascinating facts and stats from the world of international football. Focusing on all the major world and continental tournaments, national team records, exceptional matches and the stars who made it all possible, this exhaustively researched annual tells the stories of these key moments and the players and coaches behind them. This new edition includes updated stats and facts for all recent major tournaments, awards and international teams. You'll also find the latest record-breaking achievements of more than 35 featured nations from around the world, including a sidebar with key stats, as well as updates and records for most of the other 170+ FIFA members.

65. Hercule Poirot's silent night

by Sophie Hannah

€9.49

The world's greatest detective, Hercule Poirot - legendary star of Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express and Death on the Nile - puts his little grey cells to work solving a baffling Christmas mystery. 'The main danger, as I see it, is that you and I will be trapped here for the whole of the Christmas holiday!' It's 19 December 1931 and Hercule Poirot and Inspector Catchpool are called to investigate a brutal murder in a Norfolk hospital. Catchpool's mother, the irrepressible Cynthia, insists that they stay with her nearby so that they can all be together for the festive period while Poirot finds the killer. Cynthia's friend is being admitted to the same hospital and she is convinced he will be the next victim. Poirot has less than a week to solve the crime and prevent more murders, if he is to escape from this nightmare scenario and get home in time for Christmas. Meanwhile, someone else - someone utterly ruthless - has other ideas about what ought to happen to Hercule Poirot.

66. The grey wolf

by Louise Penny

€15.99

'SUPERB' WILL DEAN 'Highly entertaining' THE TIMES 'Subtle, compelling storytelling at its elegant best' DAILY MAIL Relentless phone calls interrupt the peace of a warm August morning in the small village of Three Pines in Quebec. Someone has managed to track down Armand Gamache, head of homicide, as he sits with his wife in their back garden. When he finally answers the call, his rage shatters the calm of their quiet Sunday morning. That's only the first in a sequence of strange events that begin THE GREY WOLF. At first they seem small - a missing coat, a note for Gamache reading "this might interest you", a puzzling scrap of paper with a mysterious list - but then a murder. All propel Chief Inspector Gamache and his team toward a terrible realization. Something much more sinister than any one murder or any one case is fast approaching. A threat unlike anything they've seen before. PRAISE FOR LOUISE PENNY AND THE CHIEF INSPECTOR GAMACHE SERIES: 'Penny delves into the nature of evil, sensitively exploring the impact of the dreadful events she describes while bringing a warmth and humanity to her disparate cast of characters that, unusually for a crime novel, leaves you feeling better about the world once you've finished' BOOK OF THE MONTH, OBSERVER 'Electrifying drama ... Gamache is a fascinatingly complex protagonist' THE TIMES 'Nobody does evil quite as scarily as Louise Penny' ANN CLEEVES 'This is crime writing of the highest order' DAILY MAIL 'No one does atmospheric quite like Louise Penny' ELLY GRIFFITHS

67. The Waiting

by Michael Connelly

€16.99

"The Waiting" by Michael Connelly LAPD Detective Renée Ballard faces her most chilling case yet as she tracks a terrifying serial rapist with the help of the latest addition to the Open-Unsolved Unit: Patrol Officer Maddie Bosch, daughter of Harry Bosch. In The Waiting by Michael Connelly , a breakthrough DNA connection links a recently arrested man to the Pillowcase Rapist—a brutal criminal responsible for a reign of terror in Los Angeles two decades ago. This genetic link reveals the original perpetrator is the suspect’s father, reigniting a cold case that threatens to unravel secrets buried deep within the city. As Ballard and her team pursue the suspect, they encounter unexpected obstacles, from hidden family secrets to legal red tape. To make matters worse, Ballard’s badge, gun, and ID are stolen—a setback she can’t report without risking her career. Forced to work outside official channels, she turns to Harry Bosch himself for help, placing herself in even greater danger. Meanwhile, Ballard welcomes her new volunteer to the cold case unit—Maddie Bosch. While Maddie aims to deepen her experience as a patrol officer, Renée soon discovers that Maddie has her own hidden reasons for joining the team, drawn to the "library of lost souls" within LAPD's archives. Filled with suspense, The Waiting is a thrilling addition to Michael Connelly’s series, showcasing his expertise in crime fiction and character-driven narratives.

68. Eat Out At Home

by Neven Maguire

€21.99

Neven Maguire has spent his life entertaining at his award-winning MacNean House and Restaurant. Now Eat Out at Home by Neven Maguire will show you how to entertain with ease or simply elevate the everyday. Turn your kitchen into a place to dine and delight friends with moules frites and a crisp white wine. Create the perfect date night with oysters, cocktails, and panna cotta with fresh strawberries. Host your soirée with bite-sized canapés and the crispy porchetta. Delight family and friends with a hearty home-style lasagne and the ultimate trifle. This clever cookbook, Eat Out at Home , showcases every recipe in a mix-and-match way, with lots of advice on how to pull dishes together and guidelines for how to entertain with ease. With recipes from Neven's travels, such as Iberico Pork with Gooseberry Relish, Moroccan Orange Salad with Pomegranate, and Greek Beef and Macaroni Pie, alongside some of his best-loved recipes from MacNean House, this book is filled with the love, laughter, and joy from around Neven's table, inspiring you to create lasting food memories too.

69. Web of Betrayal

by Nicola Tallant

€16.99

'Nicola Tallant, not for the first time, demonstrates why she is the very best writer on crime. No novelist alive could ever imagine the very complex and very dark human dramas that she skilfully unravels, delivering page after page of truth-telling that we must pay attention to' - Darragh MacIntyre From the author of the 2023 bestselling Cocaine Cowboys, murder and deception and the underworld of Irish gangland intertwine in a deadly dance of power and survival. A murder in Belfast of gangland's most wanted man, Robbie Lawlor, uncovers a webof betrayal that spans out across the Irish underworld and beyond. Follow a bloody trail that leads all the way into the heart of one of the worst gang feuds Ireland has ever seen which culminates in the Narco style dismemberment of a teenage boy, Keane Mulready Woods. And as the curtain is pulled back on the inner workings of the world of organised crime, a cast of ruthless characters take centre stage for their place in a double cross plot that reads like a fast-paced thriller.

70. A Place Called Home

by Alice Taylor

€17.99

In fact, two places called home ... For over sixty years, Alice Taylor has lived in the village of Innishannon, the gateway to West Cork. But her childhood was spent on a farm in North Cork, near the Kerry border, and her memories of that homeplace are vivid. Here, she recalls the sounds and smells of the farmyard, now silent; she visits her old national school, today in ruins, and her secondary, which has a new life as a cultural centre. She also writes of day-to-day life in her beloved Innishannon. With her trademark wit and wisdom, Alice takes us on a ramble around both of her homes, celebrating the places, the people and the special moments that have stayed in her heart over the years.

71. A Kennedy Affair

by Emily Hourican

€15.99

When Kathleen 'Kick' Kennedy left London four years ago, Europe was facing war and Billy Cavendish, the man she loved, had told her he could never marry her. Now, as London stands a shell of its former self, Kick returns to volunteer with the Red Cross, determined to do what she can for the city that holds a part of her heart, and to reconnect with Billy - despite what London society thinks of her. For Lady Brigid Guinness, life is unrecognisable. She has swapped dinner parties, social engagements and high fashion for long shifts as a nurse helping wounded soldiers. And the only person she can really talk to is a man shunned by her inner circle. When Sissy, a young Irish girl, arrives from Wicklow under the care of the Guinness family, she brings her own secrets and all three women begin to realise that in a time of war, friendship might be the only thing they can rely on. A Kennedy Affair is a story of forbidden love, family discord, and how in the worst of times, we can discover the best of ourselves, and each other.

72. Framed

by John Grisham

€16.99

A fundamental principle of the American legal system is a presumption of innocence, but once someone has been found guilty there is very little room to prove doubt. Framed shares ten true stories of men who were innocent but found guilty and forced to sacrifice friends, families, wives, and decades of their lives to prison while the guilty parties remained free. In each of the stories, John Grisham and Jim McCloskey recount the dramatic hard-fought battles for exoneration. They take a close look at what leads to wrongful convictions in the first place, and the racism, misconduct, flawed testimony, and the corrupt court system that can make them so hard to reverse. Told with page-turning suspense as only John Grisham can deliver, Framed is the story of overcoming adversity when the battle already seems lost, and the deck is stacked against you.

73. The Bookseller's Gift

by Felicity Hayes-McCoy

€14.99

'What's not to like about books, star-crossed lovers, pantomime, carols and cake? It's a festive feast of a novel and I absolutely loved it!' CATHY KELLY Ever since Catherine and her mother Ann opened the doors of their bookshop in a small town on Ireland's west coast, they have been living their dream. And this festive season promises to be their biggest ever, with a celebrity chef due to arrive for an exclusive book signing. But when some seemingly straightforward building work leads to disaster, the future of Lissbeg Books is in real jeopardy. Desperate to hide from her customers how bad things are, Catherine struggles to cope. And as Christmas draws nearer, she realises that dedication to following her dream has meant other parts of her life have been neglected - what will she have left if she loses the bookshop? Is it too late for her to become a real part of Finfarran's tightknit community, and possibly find love along the way? As Catherine summons the courage to ask for help from those around her, she begins to hope that maybe more than just one of her dreams will come true before Christmas arrives. . . . What people are saying about Felicity Hayes-McCoy's novels: 'A heart-warming tale of love, loss and hope ... the perfect festive read' Roisin Meaney 'A page-turner from a stunning writer. I adored it' Joanna Lumley 'A warm and wise family saga ... an absolute joy!' Carmel Harrington 'A fascinating generational saga ... beautifully written' Patricia Scanlan 'I adored this beautiful, warm, funny novel ... it's so full of heart you can almost hear it pulsing on every page' Claudia Carroll 'A beautifully crafted story, I loved it' Mary Kennedy 'A truly delightful and engaging read ... full of charm' Swirl and Thread

74. The Home Sommelier: Your down-to-earth guide to choosing good wine

by Brigid O'Hora

€16.99

The Home Sommelier: Your down-to-earth guide to choosing good wine by Brigid O'Hora is the essential, accessible guide for making the perfect wine choices without breaking the bank. Have you ever stood in front of the supermarket wine aisle, unsure which bottle is right for a cozy night in with pasta or a friend’s dinner party? With her years of expertise in the wine industry and as the creator of the popular Instagram account @brideys_wine_chats, Brigid O'Hora is here to simplify your wine selection journey. In The Home Sommelier, Brigid shares practical, approachable advice developed over twenty-five years to help you confidently select the ideal wine for every occasion, regardless of your budget. From discovering the regions and grape varieties you’ll love to master simple tricks to tell quality wine from the rest, this guide will make every choice feel easy and intuitive. Brigid also dives into pairing tips, showing how to match wines with everyday meals—from fish and chips to spaghetti Bolognese to the classic Tayto sandwich. You’ll even learn how to enhance your experience with the right glassware, maximizing every pour to elevate your at-home wine moments. With The Home Sommelier by Brigid O'Hora, transform your wine selections from daunting to delightful. It’s more than a book—it’s your friendly guide to making each glass a celebration of flavor, fun, and personal taste.

75. Sonny Boy: A Memoir

by Al Pacino

€26.99

“Sony Boy: A Memoir” by Al Pacino is a mesmerizing journey through one of modern cinema's most iconic creative lives. Known to the world for his explosive breakout as an actor, Pacino first captivated audiences with his lead role in *The Panic in Needle Park* (1971) and went on to star in a string of film classics, including *The Godfather* and *The Godfather Part II*, *Serpico*, and *Dog Day Afternoon*. These roles not only defined an era of cinema but cemented Pacino’s legacy alongside greats like Marlon Brando and James Dean, each performance a revelation that would change his life forever. Yet, by the time he became a household name, Pacino was already in his mid-thirties and had lived many lives. A New York avant-garde theatre regular, he was raised by his fiercely loving, mentally unwell mother and her parents after his father left. He found himself shaped by the streets of the South Bronx and a loyal circle of friends who left an indelible mark on his soul. His craft became a calling when a teacher recognized his talent, guiding him to New York’s famed High School of Performing Arts. In **Sony Boy: A Memoir**, Pacino opens with nothing left to hide. He explores his iconic roles, critical collaborations, and profound relationships, as well as the complicated dance between artistry and commerce at the pinnacle of fame. At its heart, this memoir illuminates Pacino’s abiding love for acting, a passion that has been his solace through wealth, poverty, joy, and hardship. While ambition can wane and bright lights dim, Pacino's lifelong love affair with his craft—one he embraced well before he understood its rewards—stands as his defining feature. “Sony Boy: A Memoir” is a captivating portrait of a man who has lived for art, reflecting a life led by purpose, love, and an unbreakable commitment to his calling.

76. Irelands Call: Six Nations Success

by Paul O'Flynn

€11.99

It was a time of change for Irish rugby. Following World Cup heartbreak and the loss of inspirational captain Johnny Sexton, Ireland faced the new Six Nations season with many challenges. Could they shake off the disappointment in France? Who would fill Sexton’s boots and lead the team? And could they overcome it all to become back-to-back Six Nations champions? Ireland’s Call is the gripping story of Ireland’s 2024 Six Nations campaign, for young readers. The latest book in Paul O’Flynn’s ‘Irish Sporting Legends’ series recounts the highs and lows of an emerging team, on and off the pitch, in their battle for Six Nations glory.

77. The brutish empire

by Des Ekin

€19.99

The Bloody History of British Colonisation For centuries, a small island nation cast a shadow across the world. The British Empire's methods of expansion were often brutal, usually devastating. From Amritsar to Zululand, from the Opium Wars in China to the deliberate infection of Native Americans with smallpox and the cold-blooded treatment of the starving during the Irish Famine, Des Ekin lays bare the atrocities committed in the name of colonisation. With many nations worldwide still grappling with the legacy of British rule, Ekin explores the justifications used to dehumanise other people and rationalise their abuse, exploitation and slaughter. In this rigorously researched and eminently readable book, Des Ekin lifts the veil on the harrowing realities of colonial rule.

78. War

by Bob Woodward

€24.99

Chosen by WATERSTONES as one of their BEST POLITICS BOOKS of 2024 Two-time Pulitzer prize winner Bob Woodward tells the revelatory, behind-the-scenes story of three wars - Ukraine, the Middle East and the struggle for the American presidency. War is an intimate and sweeping account of one of the most tumultuous periods in presidential politics and American history. We see President Joe Biden and his top advisers in tense conversations with Russian president Vladimir Putin, Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky. We also see Donald Trump, conducting a shadow presidency and seeking to regain political power. With unrivalled, inside-the-room reporting, Woodward shows President Biden's approach to managing the war in Ukraine, the most significant land war in Europe since World War II, and his tortured path to contain the bloody Middle East conflict between Israel and the terrorist group Hamas. Woodward reveals the extraordinary complexity and consequence of wartime back-channel diplomacy and decision-making to deter the use of nuclear weapons and a rapid slide into World War III. The raw cage-fight of politics accelerates as Americans prepare to vote in 2024, starting between President Biden and Trump, and ending with the unexpected elevation of Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee for president. War provides an unvarnished examination of the vice president as she tries to embrace the Biden legacy and policies while beginning to chart a path of her own as a presidential candidate. Woodward's reporting once again sets the standard for journalism at its most authoritative and illuminating.

79. Everything is Mnásome: 365 Days of Celebrating Irish Women

by Kunak McGann

€9.49

Need a reason to feel mná-some ? Look no further! This book celebrates Irish women and their extraordinary achievements, one day at a time. From stone-throwing suffragists and brilliant scientists to daring adventurers, controversial writers, record-breaking athletes, and global music icons—these are the Mná na hÉireann who defied the patriarchy and shaped their own destinies. Discover the unsung heroes and fearless trailblazers who forged Ireland's past and continue to inspire its future. You'll be prouder than ever of these remarkable women and their hard-fought victories!

80. The Travel Bucket List

€34.99

Counting down the 500 experiences every traveller should have in a lifetime, this is the travel list to end all travel lists. And trust us, we know. At DK Eyewitness, we've helped travellers get closer to destinations around the world for over 40 years. We've celebrated the world's most unforgettable journeys, showed people where to go when, and shone a light on the must-see and top ten sights to see on the road. Now, we've made one book to top them all, the ultimate bucket list. For trips of a lifetime, look no further. Here you'll find the ancient sights and modern marvels that no traveller should miss. The natural wonders and wildlife watching adventures that dreams are made of. And the little, local experiences that remind us why we travel in the first place. Expect beautiful photography, inspiring ideas and useful tips about each place to help you make your bucket list dreams happen. DK Eyewitness's The Definitive Travel Bucket List has everything you need to make a lifetime of memories. You'll have it on your bookshelf for years to come.

81. The genetic book of the dead

by Richard Dawkins

€27.99

From one of the world's great science writers, a book that explores the deepest principles of evolutionary history. In this groundbreaking new approach to the evolution of all life, Richard Dawkins shows how the body, behaviour, and genes of every living creature can be read as a book - an archive of the worlds of its ancestors. A perfectly camouflaged desert lizard has a desiccated landscape of sand and stones 'painted' on its back. Its skin can be read as a description of ancient deserts in which its ancestors survived - and, before that, of the worlds of its more remote ancestors: a genetic book of the dead. But such descriptions are more than skin-deep. The fine chisels of Darwinian natural selection carve their way through the very warp and woof of the body, into every biochemical nook and corner, into every cell of every living creature. A zoologist of the future, presented with a hitherto-unknown animal, will be able to reconstruct the worlds that shaped its ancestors, to read its unique 'book of the dead'. The book is filled with fascinating examples of the power of Darwinian natural selection to build exquisite perfection, paradoxically accompanied by what look like gross blunders. Along the way, Dawkins dismantles influential criticisms of the 'gene's-eye-view' of life. And, to end with a provocative sting in the tail, the author asks there is a sense in which all our 'own' genes can be seen as a gigantic colony of cooperating viruses? From the author of The Selfish Gene and The Ancestor's Tale comes a revolutionary, richly illustrated book that unlocks the door to an ancient past, seen through wholly new eyes.

82. The salmon of knowledge

by Eithne Massey

€14.99

Long ago in Ireland, there lived a boy called Fionn, who wanted to know everything. Fionn goes to live with the wisest man in Ireland, hoping to find answers to his many questions. But Finnegas has a secret. He knows how to get all the knowledge in the world, and it starts with a silver salmon swimming in the River Boyne.

83. RecipeTin Eats tonight

by Nagi Maehashi

€19.99

Foolproof recipes for over 150 easy dinners Global bestselling home cook, Nagi Maehashi, is back to solve the perennial problem of what's for dinner tonight . and every night. RecipeTin Eats: TONIGHT includes more than 150 brand-new, foolproof, flavour-packed recipes, 800 variations on those recipes and 3000 possible combinations that match formulas (including Nagi's world-famous Charlie sauce) with different ingredients. You'll find crave-worthy crowd-pleasers - try slow-baked Italian meatballs in a rich tomato sauce with bubbling melted cheese or fall-apart Asian chicken cooked in a sticky-sweet soy glaze. 20-minute dinners; pantry staple dinners; high-impact guest-impressing; and turn-to Sunday suppers - the Vietnamese pulled pork is a festival of flavour - while the sweet chapter delivers on the promise of maximum decadence. Every recipe has a stunning photo and link to a how-to video . RecipeTin Eats: TONIGHT is a standout cookbook for every home kitchen, for every level of cooking ability, for every budget, for every set of taste buds - and for every single night of the week.

84. Januaries

by Olivie Blake

€17.40

Dazzling stories of love, magic and betrayal . . . A sensational collection from internationally bestselling author Olivie Blake. Once upon a time, in a land far, far away, the spirit tethered to a magical bridge rapidly approaches burnout - and craves her freedom. Elsewhere, Congress enacts a complex auditing system designed to un-waste your youth. We also follow a banished fairy, as she answers a Craigslist ad. And we meet a Victorian orphan, who gains literacy for her occult situationship. In another time and place, a multiverse assassin contemplates the one who got away. Escape the slow trudge of mortality with these magical ruminations on life, death and the love (or revenge) that outlasts both. This collection also features modified fairy tales, contemporary heists, absurdist poetry and at least one set of actual wedding vows. Januaries is collection of new and existing short stories from the internationally bestselling author Olivie Blake. 'Olivie Blake is a mind-blowing talent' - Chloe Gong, author of These Violent Delights 'Sign me up for anything she writes' - Cosmopolitan Also by Olivie Blake: The Atlas Six The Atlas Paradox The Atlas Complex Alone with You in the Ether One For My Enemy Masters of Death Olivie Blake is a multiple Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller - reaching No. 1 for The Atlas Complex in January 2024.

85. Don't waste your turkey

by Emily Gussin

€10.39

Roast turkey is perfect for festive family feasts. But there's always too much and who hasn't had to throw away at least some of their turkey leftovers after Christmas? Putting the leftovers to good use isn't as easy as it should be - until now.This creative little book is here to inspire you with more than 40 fresh ideas for meals using every part of the bird so that you never waste any of it again. Your leftovers will be transformed in a variety of delicious ways, and you'll also get recipes for cooking different parts of the turkey so that you don't have to buy a whole bird if you're feeding a smaller crowd. Not only will you save money and time with these simple recipes, you'll also be amazed at how tasty and versatile turkey can be, whether you're celebrating Christmas, Thanksgiving or any special occasion!

86. How To Disappear A Portrait Of Radiohead

by Colin Greenwood

€25.99

A collection of never-before-seen photographs of RADIOHEAD by their bassist Colin Greenwood, with a ten-thousand-word essay by him about the band that has been his life since they formed at school. ‘For years now, I’ve been taking fugitive snaps of my band, Radiohead. I’ve tried to catch out my friends with my small black Yashica T4 Super. They are so lost in their own moment of performance that they don’t see me with the camera.’ Colin Greenwood How to Disappear is bassist Colin Greenwood’s stunning portrait of Radiohead in his own photographs. Two decades in the making, he takes us on a journey into the heart of the 21st-century’s most influential band, a maverick collective who have vastly broadened our musical landscape while they dominate and distort it. On stage, backstage, in the rehearsal room, behind the scenes, on tour, at work and at play, Colin’s photographs, and the stories and memories they evoke for him in his accompanying text, form an intimate portrait of the musical and cultural iconoclasts as they travel through ‘our middle years: all the joy and doubt and confidence and uncertainty we would oscillate between’. Colin Greenwood is from Oxford and has played bass in Radiohead since their formation in 1985. He's also recorded and toured with Tamino, Nick Cave and Warren Ellis and has written for publications including the Guardian and the Spectator.

87. Eve In Ireland

by Ailish McFadden

€24.95

Eve in Ireland exposes the oppressive structures that controlled Irish women from 1922 to 1972. Through a powerful blend of history, personal narratives, and official records, this book unveils a dark chapter in Ireland's past that continues to haunt the present. By exploring the experiences of women denied basic rights and subjected to systemic control, the book challenges readers to confront a painful truth. It aims to heal generational wounds and pave the way for a more just and equitable Ireland.

88. Juice

by Tim Winton

€19.72

An edge-of-your-seat post-apocalyptic thriller, perfect for fans of Station Eleven and The Road, from twice Booker-shortlisted author Tim Wi