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by Freida McFadden

€8.99

“Take the propulsive darkness of Gone Girl , the prolific output of Colleen Hoover, and the addictive twists of Harlan Coben, and you have something close to Freida McFadden.” - The Independent “Intimidatingly prolific” - The Sunday Times Wedding bells chime in this thrilling addition to The Housemaid series: a short story from #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Freida McFadden, set between The Housemaid's Secret and The Housemaid is Watching . This new edition features exclusive content from Freida McFadden's upcoming, not-yet-announced book release! Today is supposed to be the happiest day of my life. I'm engaged to the man of my dreams, and in a few short hours, I'm going to stand before a judge, who will declare us husband and wife, 'til death do us part. Despite some bumps in the road, this day is everything I dreamed it would be. There's only one problem: Someone out there doesn't want me to live long enough to say my vows. And if I'm not careful, they may very well get their wish... Step back into the irresistible world of The Housemaid with this short story set between Books 2 and 3 in the series. Plus, be one of the first to see exclusive content from another upcoming Freida McFadden release-only available in this edition! Ideal for readers who: Are eagerly following Freida McFadden’s Housemaid series and want to bridge the gap between Books 2 and 3. Enjoy fast-paced psychological thrillers filled with wedding-day tension and dark secrets close to home. Love picking up short, punchy reads featuring Millie and the wider Housemaid world. Are drawn to tense domestic suspense with sharp hooks, immediate danger and exclusive bonus content.

by Karin Slaughter

€14.99

The gripping new crime thriller from Karin Slaughter - the No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author of We Are All Guilty Here Welcome to North Falls-a small town with big secrets. The house at 1601 Iris Drive looks like any other in the quiet, residential street. But rumours are rife about the Vickery family, and what goes on behind closed doors. Then one afternoon gunshots ring out. Allison Vickery is found murdered in her own kitchen, her teenage daughter bleeding and left for dead. Everyone thinks they know what happened. But they're wrong. The truth is more shocking than anyone could ever have imagined. Secrets are everywhere in this small town. And it's up to Detective Emmy Clifton to uncover the truth… Praise for the North Falls series: 'A thriller of breadth and depth―a powerful and gripping read' Shari Lapena 'Explosive from the very start' Cara Hunter 'This is a huge novel with an even bigger heart' Jane Casey 'Karin Slaughter is always a must read' Harlan Coben ‘A dark, shocking and visceral story … Absolutely brilliant’ Janice Hallett 'Powerful, beautiful, brimming with heart and grit – an astonishing novel. I adored it' Andrea Mara Ideal for readers who: Lean towards thrillers with dark secrets, grit and emotional intensity. Love crime fiction with shocking twists and buried secrets resurfacing. Are drawn to danger-filled narratives that hit hard from the opening pages. Value suspenseful stories with relentless momentum and deeper human truths beneath.

by Ciara Mageean

€21.99

Few Irish track athletes are as universally loved as Ciara Mageean, who has remained endearingly down-to-earth, candid and optimistic despite the dramatic twists and turns of her world-class career. In 2024 she finally won a European title, crossing the line to secure that gold medal in a moment of pure euphoria. Two months later, at the peak of her power, an excruciating injury derailed her once again, forcing an eleventh-hour withdrawal from the Paris Olympics. In the City of Love she went, overnight, from competitor to heartbroken tourist. Nothing, she thought, will ever be as bad as this … and then she got the worst news of her life. My Greatest Race is a sports memoir like no other, a devastating contrast between the elite athlete road that so few get to travel and the all-too-familiar cancer journey that so many do. Ideal for readers who: Look to sports memoirs for identity, resilience and purpose beyond medals. Follow triumphs, injuries and emotional honesty through an elite racing life. See Olympic heartbreak as part of the story, not its whole definition. Value athletes as whole people, not just performances on the track.

by Mary Watson

€16.99

The unputdownable new domestic thriller from the instant Irish Times bestselling author of The Cleaner , about a woman accused of murdering her lover. You never know what happens behind closed doors. Rafe seems like your perfect man – intelligent, charming, attractive. He also happens to be your boss. You’re too swept up to care for office gossip. In Rafe, you have found the one. You go back to his house one evening and falls asleep in his arms. When you wake, you reach out for him. But something feels cold beside you… Rafe is dead – murdered in bed as you lay next to him – and everyone is going to think you did it. Ideal for readers who: Are gripped by domestic thrillers built around obsession, suspicion and a perilous workplace affair. Love to second-guess the narrative and question whether the main character can truly be trusted. Seek relationship-driven suspense crafted by the acclaimed author of The Cleaner. Prefer psychological thrillers that offer a strong opening hook and highly intimate stakes.

by Colin Morgan

€13.99

A tender coming-of-age story about friendship, first love, loss, and facing the ultimate question: who am I going to be? For fans of Douglas Stuart, Michael Magee, David Nicholls and Andrew O'Hagan Brendan's best friend, his only friend, is Ronan McCoy. He knows things about Brendan that no one else does: about his job washing the cars at Feeney’s Funeral Home, about the loneliness he sometimes feels even when surrounded by hundreds of others at school. But Brendan never told Ronan about the dark feeling that sits at the bottom of his stomach, the feeling that tells him something bad is coming. It never comes when Ronan's around. Ronan is smart and sporty and popular, totally comfortable in his own skin: all the things that Brendan himself isn't. But Ronan always makes him feel like a good friend, a good person, a better Brendan. Standing at the school gates on the first day of term, the dark feeling begins to form in Brendan's stomach. And when Ronan doesn’t turn up, Brendan learns that something terrible happened to his best friend over the summer and he'll never be the same again. Over the course of the final year of school, Brendan will have to learn to navigate the new shape of their friendship and find a place for himself in the world without Ronan to protect him. The Ballad of Ronan McCoy is a beautifully written, tender coming-of-age story about friendship and first love, loss and letting go, and the hopes and fears of a young man standing on the cusp of the rest of his life. Ideal for readers who: Have a soft spot for tender Irish coming-of-age stories about friendship, first love and grief. Follow Brendan and Ronan's bond as it carries both humour and heartbreak. Reach for novels about loneliness, identity and the question of who to become. Are moved by emotionally precise fiction shaped by memory, place and loss.

by Catherine Fleming

€16.99

In the cold winter of 1944, Sr Kate McCarthy - Irish nun and French Resistance leader - arrives at the gates of Ravensbrück Concentration Camp for women. She has endured four years of horrendous suffering in various prisons, still having the courage to resist the Nazi regime, a journey that began at the outbreak of World War II when she joined the resistance movement. Her actions have saved hundreds of lives and brought her to the edge of existence. Together with her friends Sylvette and Angèle, they have survived against the odds. But nothing can prepare her for what awaits beyond the Ravensbrück gates. And soon, Kate will face her biggest test yet... The Nun of Ravensbrück is the gripping account of a remarkable woman whose deep faith and untold courage would shine a light in the darkest of places. It is a tale of horrendous tragedies and small mercies, of the bonds of women in a world of war, and of how one nun's courage changed the course of history.

by Lucinda Riley

€10.00

Falling in love could be the biggest risk of all . . . A captivating tale of love and loss, set on the wild coast of Ireland and in glamorous 1960s London. From Lucinda Riley, the internationally bestselling author of the Seven Sisters series. 'I adored it' - Santa Montefiore, author of Shadows in the Moonlight When Sorcha O'Donovan encounters struggling musician Con Daly - the strikingly handsome outcast in their small village on West Cork's windswept coastline - her days will never be the same. Con strikes gold with rock band The Fishermen in London, but their lives change beyond recognition as the dark side of fame rears its head and secrets from the past threaten to destroy everything he has worked for. Twenty years later, The Fishermen agree to re-form for the Music for Life charity concert at Wembley Stadium. But Con has been missing for more than a decade. There's only one person who can find out what happened; only one person who knows how vital it is to uncover the truth. Because should Con Daly reappear before the facts emerge, then history could repeat itself with even more tragic consequences . . . 'I couldn't turn the pages fast enough' - Karen Swan, author of The Stolen Hours Lucinda Riley wrote The Last Love Song as Lucinda Edmonds, now reworked and revived by Harry Whittaker, Lucinda's son and co-author of Atlas: The Story of Pa Salt.

by Maggie O'Farrell

€16.99

'You will never understand how the land remembers, how deep the roots grow' A spellbinding story of separation, longing, recovery and survival as a family makes a new home in the aftermath of tragedy. 'A heart-bursting story of resilience and love' Louise Kennedy 'Haunting and elemental' Ferdia Lennon 'Wondrous and magisterial' Kamila Shamsie 'Breathtaking' Daniel Mason 'A work of towering imagination and empathy' Roisìn O'Donnell 'As visceral as a novel can get' Yael van der Wouden On a windswept peninsula stretching out into the Atlantic, Tomás and his reluctant son, Liam, are working for the great Ordnance Survey project to map the whole of Ireland. The year is 1865, and in a country not long since ravaged and emptied by the Great Hunger, the task is not an easy one. Tomás, however, is determined that his maps will be a record of the disaster. The British soldiers in charge are due to arrive any day, expecting the work to be completed, but Tomás is sent off course by an unsettling encounter in a copse. His life, and those of his family, will never be the same again. Liam is terrified by the sudden change in his taciturn father. What was it that caused such cracks to open in Tomás and how is Liam, aged only ten, going to finish the mapping, and get them both home? Land is a story of buried treasure, overlapping lives, ancient woodland, persistent ghosts, a particularly loyal dog, and how, when it comes to both land and history, nothing ever goes away.

by Patrick Freyne

€14.99

The Heathens thought of themselves as 'the 1000th best band of all time'. Then their tour van crashed, and one of their members died. Twenty years later, weird things are happening in Dublin, bringing the surviving members of the band together in ways none of them could have anticipated and lifting the lid on mysteries from their shared past. Experts in a Dying Field is a gloriously sharp, witty and surprising novel about friendship, secrets, the strange workings of grief and guilt, and the joyful alchemy of music, from a writer with a unique ability to access humour and deep emotion. Ideal for readers who: Go for novels about old bands, unfinished grief and friendship’s afterlife. Follow Dublin music-scene wit as secrets from a shared past resurface. Cherish stories where humour and sorrow sit on the same page. Savour creative lives, guilt and the odd magic of getting the group back together.

by Gillian Perdue

€15.99

Thea wakes from a coma, having forgotten much of the recent past. As well as learning to walk again, she studies the list of ‘facts’ she keeps on her phone, hoping something will unlock her memory. Her top three facts are: I was in Italy I was with the people I love the most I fell down a ravine and I’m lucky to be alive But as Thea gets hazy glimpses of the lead-up to her fall, the facts stop adding up. Trapped at home in the middle of the Irish countryside, dependent on those who were on holiday with her – her fiancé, her brother, her sister-in-law and her best friend – terrifying questions surface: Was I pushed? Why are they lying? Who can I trust? As memories come tumbling back, Thea realises she is in race against time to figure things out – and that her life hangs in the balance. Ideal for readers who: Pick up psychological thrillers built around missing memories and unreliable facts. Are gripped by Irish countryside settings where loved ones may be hiding the truth. Value family-and-friend suspense where every reassurance feels suspicious.

by Hugo Hamilton

€10.99

Shortlisted for the 2026 Kerry Group Irish Novel of the Year Award 'I feel changed by this novel' Donal Ryan 'An epic story' Anne Enright 'Truly a book for our time' Paul Lynch 'Near-perfect beauty' Irish Times FROM THE AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR OF THE SPECKLED PEOPLE 'Deeply moving, utterly readable, bursting with life' Frank McGuinness 'Hamilton leaves you with images that linger' Sunday Independent Fleeing his failed marriage in Berlin, Lukas Dorn revisits the West of Ireland, the place of his honeymoon two decades earlier. While his former wife is being cancelled at work and his daughter is arrested at a street protest, he tries to make sense of his broken life with a journal as his sole companion. His inherited memory of the Nazi Holocaust comes face to face with the present when he meets a refugee from a recent warzone. As Lukas communes with the elements in this wild coastal place, he is forced into a confrontation with the past that will carry him to the edge of existence. Conversation with the Sea speaks with heart-rending tenderness to the present moment, as it explores truth, illusion and the deadly silencing of war in a captivating tale of love in a time of displacement. 'Unsettling and strangely absorbing' Irish Independent 'A profound meditation ... precise, masterly' Irish Examiner Ideal for readers who: Read Irish literary fiction about love, exile and return. Are drawn to a man’s return to the landscape of a fractured marriage. Feel pulled towards the West of Ireland and stories of displacement. Prefer melancholy, memory and a quiet emotional atmosphere.

by Faith Hogan

€13.99

From the bestselling author of The Bookshop Ladies , Faith Hogan, comes a wonderfully gripping and poignant story of two sisters and their family hotel on peaceful Pin Hill Island, once a thriving family business now struggling to survive. All Blythe Carney ever wanted was to become a hotelier and run her family’s business, the Hope Square Hotel. But fate, and her grandfather, intervened and it fell into her younger sister Rae’s lap, taking her dreams with it. Now Blythe owns Still Water House, the most exclusive guest house on Pin Hill Island, but she can’t help but feel she’s still not living the life she was meant to. Rae Johnson had no interest in taking over the hotel, her dreams lay elsewhere, but when she ended up with the family business her sister had set her heart on, her sense of duty to continue their family legacy with her husband was too strong to ignore. Now, fifteen years later, newly widowed Rae is struggling to keep the hotel afloat and she knows that selling it could be the final straw in her already fragile relationship with her sister. What do you do when your sister lives the life that you’d set your heart on? And when the perfect storm is brewing, surely, it’s time to put aside the jealousy and disappointment that can tear a family apart, and fight for the future you have always dreamed of? Ideal for readers who: Have a real soft spot for heart-warming Irish fiction centred on sisters, inheritance and complex family bonds. Are drawn to atmospheric novels set around hotels, guest houses and close-knit island communities. Respond to emotional, multi-layered stories about second chances, jealousy, grief and reconciliation. Look for engaging book club reads packed with compelling family drama and genuine warmth.

by Kristin Hannah

€10.00

'One of the greatest storytellers of our time' - Delia Owens, bestselling author of Where the Crawdads Sing From the multimillion-copy bestselling author of The Women and The Nightingale, Summer Island is a poignant, warm and tender novel about a mother and daughter: the complex ties that bind them, the past that separates them, and the healing that comes with forgiveness. Years ago, Nora Bridge walked out on her marriage and left her daughters behind. She has since become a famous radio talk-show host and newspaper columnist beloved for her moral advice, while her youngest daughter, Ruby, is a struggling comedian who uses her famous mother as fuel for her bitter, cynical humour. When the tabloids unearth a scandalous secret from Nora's past, their estrangement suddenly becomes dramatic. After Nora is injured in an accident, a glossy magazine offers Ruby a fortune to write a tell-all about her mother and Ruby returns home under the pretext of taking care of the woman she hasn't spoken to for almost a decade. Nora insists they retreat to Summer Island, to the lovely old house on the water where Ruby grew up; a place filled with childhood memories of love and joy and belonging. There, Ruby is also reunited with her first love and his brother. Once, the three of them had been best friends; inseparable. Until the summer that Nora left, and everyone's hearts were broken . . . Praise for Kristin Hannah: 'Utterly absorbing . . . A triumph' - Taylor Jenkins Reid, bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six 'Stuns with sacrifice. Uplifts with heroism' - Bonnie Garmus, bestselling author of Lessons in Chemistry 'Moving and unforgettable' - Christy Lefteri, bestselling author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo 'A classic storyteller' - Matt Haig, bestselling author of The Midnight Library

by Alison Espach

€10.99

FROM THE MILLION-COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE WEDDING PEOPLE On a bright summer evening in 1990s Connecticut, fourteen-year-old Emily Vidal stands on her parents' lawn, watching the adults arrive. Her mother is hosting a lavish birthday party for her father, even though he is about to leave her for another woman. Adrift between her feuding parents and eccentric neighbours, Emily is closer than she knows to the choices and heartbreaks that will define her in the years ahead. From the author of the million-copy international bestseller The Wedding People, this ruefully funny debut novel explores love, grief, consequences and the messy business of growing up. THE IRRESISTIBLE DEBUT NOVEL FROM ALISON ESPACH, NOW PUBLISHED IN THE UK FOR THE FIRST TIME. 'Coming-of-age with a quick wit and sharp eye' New York Times 'Outstanding. One of the funniest books I've read in a long time' Wall Street Journal 'A wry, devastatingly funny coming-of-age tale' Marie Claire

by Philip Norman

€14.99

The definitive biography of Brian Epstein - the man who made the Beatles - by leading Beatles biographer Philip Norman.Brian Epstein didn't just manage the Beatles - he transformed them into the most famous band the world has ever known. A young record-shop owner from Liverpool, he took four relatively unknown musicians and set out to make them 'bigger than Elvis', changing pop music, celebrity and British culture forever. Only a few years older than John, Paul, George and Ringo, he called them 'the Boys', guiding, protecting and relentlessly believing in them as no one else did. Without Brian Epstein, there would have been no Beatles as we know them.Brian's achievement in a profession in which he had no experience remains astonishing. A passionate devotee of classical music, he was nevertheless instrumental in shaping a new kind of pop that would revolutionise its sound, its business and Britain's image around the world. Yet for all his achievements, he received no public honour - and scarcely any thanks.Drawing on a remarkable cache of exclusive interviews with those closest to him, Philip Norman delivers the most intimate and revealing portrait yet of this complex, conflicted and ultimately tragic figure. Mr Moonlight reveals the depths of Brian's many trials and tribulations - how he almost lost the Beatles to organised crime; the antisemitism and homophobia he endured even at the height of his success; his intense and fraught relationship with John Lennon; and the haunting circumstances of his lonely death during the so-called Summer of Love.At once revelatory and deeply moving, Mr Moonlight restores Brian Epstein to his rightful place at the heart of the Beatles' story.

by John Grisham

€10.00

'A classic, compulsive, taut and thrilling novel from one of the great storytellers of our time. No one does it better' CHRIS WHITAKER SHE NEEDS A LAWYER. HE NEEDS A PAYDAY. Lawyer Simon Latch is struggling with debt, gambling issues and an impending divorce. But when Eleanor Barnett, an 85-year-old widow, visits his office to secure a new will, it seems his luck has finally changed: she claims she's sitting on a $20 million fortune and no one else knows about it. Once he's hooked the richest client of his career, Simon works quietly to keep her wealth under the radar. But it's a terrible mistake. Hidden secrets have a way of being found out, and when Eleanor is hospitalised after a car accident, Simon realises that nothing is as it seems. As events spiral out of control, he finds himself on trial for a crime he swears he didn't commit: murder. The Widow is classic Grisham courtroom drama combined with a confounding murder mystery that will enthral his legion of fans. 💥350+ million copies, 45 languages, 10 blockbuster films: JOHN GRISHAM IS THE MASTER OF THE LEGAL THRILLER💥 'Grisham has two great qualities: he knows his stuff and is a born storyteller' DAILY MAIL

by Jacinda Ardern

€11.99

The Sunday Times bestseller The New York Times bestseller A Guardian Summer Reading Hottest Book Pick This is not just a book for people who follow politics, but for anyone who has ever doubted themselves, or wanted to make a difference. 'An essential, inspiring read' - Natalie Portman 'Fascinating and engaging . . . makes us yearn for an era of courage and hope' - Nicola Sturgeon, The Observer The deeply personal memoir from the former prime minister of New Zealand, then the world's youngest female head of government and just the second to become a mother in office. Jacinda Ardern grew up the daughter of a police officer in small-town New Zealand, but as the 40th Prime Minister of her country, she became a global icon for her empathetic leadership that put people first. She guided her country through unprecedented challenges, from the 2019 Christchurch mosque attacks to a global pandemic. She advanced visionary policies to address climate change and child poverty. And all while juggling first-time motherhood in the public eye. This is the inspiring story of how a Mormon girl plagued by self-doubt changed our assumptions of what a leader can be. A Different Kind of Power is more than a political memoir. Powerfully evocative and refreshingly open, it is a profound insight into how it feels to lead and it asks: what if you, too, are capable of more than you ever imagined? 'Clear-eyed and luminous' - Bill Bailey 'Warm and funny . . . emotionally rich and candid' - The Guardian 'Wonderfully frank and open' - The Rest is Politics: Leading Ideal for readers who: Think leadership can be empathetic without losing strength. Follow a political life shaped by doubt, pressure and courage. Look closely at New Zealand politics and women leading under pressure. Value memoirs that make public leadership feel personal and human.

by Björn Borg

€14.99

THE PERFECT GIFT FOR FATHER'S DAY No one had ever played tennis quite like Björn Borg. With his incredible athleticism, powerful shot-making and distinctive style, he became a sensation after he burst onto the scene aged just 15. As he ascended to the pinnacle of men's tennis, Borg experienced unprecedented stardom and success that changed the game forever. Hailed as one of the most talented players to ever step onto a tennis court, Borg collected the game's highest honours, including eleven Grand Slam titles - with five consecutive Wimbledon titles - establishing himself as one of the greatest of all time. Then he stunned the sporting world by announcing his retirement at the age of 26 and disappeared from tennis. After all these years of silence, Borg is ready to share everything. In this candid memoir, Borg takes us through all the major moments in his career, shares insights into his rivalry with John McEnroe - considered one of the best in the sport's history - and their legendary 1980 Wimbledon final, and explains his shock retirement. Borg writes candidly about his personal life - for so long kept under wraps - including his childhood, his early stardom and his uncomfortable relationship with fame, alongside all the highs and lows of his unmatched career. For the first time, readers will get Borg's own account of his career, his choices, and the experiences that shaped him as a person, from his childhood right up to today. This look behind the curtain at an enigmatic player who has fascinated generations of tennis fans, is ultimately a fascinating look at the making of sporting legend and, for readers who know nothing about tennis, a rare glimpse into an extraordinary, compelling life.

by Rick Stein

€36.99

Featuring 50 signature recipes covering five decades, with evocative photography and tales of life at the quayside's edge of seafood cookery, this is a glorious celebration of a world famous Cornish restaurant from the legendary chef and television icon, Rick Stein, and his ex-wife and business partner, Jill Stein. Rick and Jill Stein's legendary seafood restaurant first opened its doors in Padstow in Cornwall in 1975 and has been setting the standards for cooking delicious fish dishes ever since. A glorious celebration of half a century of excellence through signature recipes, evocative images and charming tales of a family restaurant, this book is worthy testament to a remarkable Cornish hospitality legend. 50 signature seafood recipes - with a few classics desserts - sit proudly at the heart of the book, covering the very best from over five decades of hospitality excellence. Ten signature recipes from each decade show how a classic dish never dates when the star of the show is always the freshly caught fish, simply cooked and delicious to eat. Evocative photography and fond memories, spanning the half century of the restaurant's existence at the quayside in Padstow, contribute to a must-have cookbook for all lovers of Rick Stein and The Seafood Restaurant.

by Laurence Falconer

€18.99

Top of the Morgen! charts the adventures of Laurence Falconer, a craic-loving Dubliner, as he tries to get to grips with a new life in Germany. In his hilarious, heart-warming and self-deprecating style, Laurence explores and celebrates the similarities between the Irish and the Germans (smashing pints) and some of the vast cultural differences (pretty much everything else). From attempts at raucous busking in a quaint and quiet German village to the conversational pitfalls that come about when ‘grand’ is your answer to most questions, Laurence hilariously details the blunders and escapades that thrive in the bewildering cultural gap between the Irish and the Germans. An insightful and funny love letter to two very different cultures, Top of the Morgen! is a fascinating and riotous memoir of finding love and humour in a home very far from home. Ideal for readers who: Connect with an Irish fish-out-of-water memoir about starting over in Germany. Warm to cultural comedy about language, love, blunders and belonging abroad. Cherish self-deprecating storytelling with plenty of Dublin wit. Favour expat stories that find home in unexpected places.

by Bojan Pancevski

€19.99

THE EXPLOSIVE INSIDE STORY OF THE MOST DARING ACT OF SABOTAGE IN MODERN HISTORY 'Like London Falling… an absolute thriller' ALASTAIR CAMPBELL (The Rest is Politics) 'Incredible' RORY STEWART 'Totally fascinating... As compelling as a spy thriller' SIMON SEBAG MONTEFIORE 'Truly riveting' PETER FRANKOPAN 'Jaw-dropping... a pearl of a story' RORY CARROLL In September 2022, Scandinavian seismologists detected what seemed to be a huge undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption. These signals were caused by several devastating explosions that destroyed Nord Stream, the $20 billion pipeline carrying cheap Russian gas to Europe under the Baltic Sea. The mysterious blasts shifted global geopolitics, disrupted European economies and triggered a manhunt that strained relations within the NATO alliance. Despite capturing the imagination of millions, the mystery of who blew up the pipeline has so far gone unsolved - was it the CIA? Was it part of the shadow war between Russia and the West? Could Putin himself have been behind it? Drawing on years of first-hand reporting and exclusive access to key players - including the saboteurs, the investigators and high-level intelligence - this deeply reported non-fiction thriller by an award-winning Wall Street Journal correspondent reveals the true story behind one of the most remarkable geopolitical mysteries of our time. A FINANCIAL TIMES BOOK TO LOOK OUT FOR IN 2026

by Robert Galbraith

€11.99

'A triumph of storytelling' Guardian THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER, SEPTEMBER 2025 A dismembered corpse is discovered in the vault of a silver shop. The police initially believe it to be that of a convicted armed robber - but not everyone agrees with that theory. One of them is Decima Mullins, who calls on the help of private detective Cormoran Strike as she's certain the body in the silver vault was that of her boyfriend - the father of her newborn baby - who suddenly and mysteriously disappeared. The more Strike and his business partner Robin Ellacott delve into the case, the more labyrinthine it gets. The silver shop is no ordinary one: it's located beside Freemasons' Hall and specialises in Masonic silverware. And in addition to the armed robber and Decima's boyfriend, it becomes clear that there are other missing men who could fit the profile of the body in the vault. As the case becomes ever more complicated and dangerous, Strike faces another quandary. Robin seems increasingly committed to her boyfriend, policeman Ryan Murphy, but the impulse to declare his own feelings for her is becoming stronger than ever. A gripping, wonderfully complex novel which takes Strike and Robin's story to a new level, The Hallmarked Man is an unmissable read for any fan of this unique series. PRAISE FOR THE CORMORAN STRIKE SERIES 'A superlative piece of crime fiction' Sunday Times 'The work of a master storyteller' Daily Telegraph 'A scrupulous plotter and master of misdirection, Galbraith keeps the pages turning . . . Strike and Ellacott remain one of crime's most engaging duos' Guardian 'No one can deny [Robert Galbraith, pseudonym of] J. K. Rowling's formidable talents as a crime writer' Daily Mail 'Strike is a compelling creation . . . this is terrifically entertaining stuff' Irish Times

by Homer

€15.99

The greatest of all epics, soon to be a major motion picture directed by Christopher Nolan. Every book lover knows there are certain stories that transcend time, and Homer's The Odyssey stands tall among literature's greatest treasures. This isn't just another ancient epic gathering dust on your shelf**x2014;it's a masterfully crafted adventure that speaks to the wanderer in all of us.Follow Odysseus through his legendary ten-year odyssey home from Troy, where every page brings fresh perils: vengeful gods, mythical monsters, treacherous seas, and the ever-present wrath of Poseidon. But this hero doesn't rely on brute strength alone**x2014;his sharp wit and clever cunning make him one of literature's most compelling protagonists.At its heart, this is a story about family, perseverance, and the power of storytelling itself. As Odysseus struggles to return to his beloved Penelope and son Telemachus, we're drawn into a world where divine intervention shapes mortal lives, where heroes must prove themselves through trials that test both courage and character.For any reader who loves epic adventures, complex characters, or simply beautiful prose that has influenced countless writers across millennia, The Odyssey deserves a place in your personal library.This Deluxe Edition Includes:Elegant painted cover art from artist Laci Fowler with embossed details, designed foil edges, printed end sheets, and a ribbon markerExpert commentaryAccessible translation that captures Homer's original poetryPerfect for both newcomers and literature enthusiastsReady to embark on literature's greatest adventure? Add this premium edition to your collection today and discover why The Odyssey continues to inspire readers after nearly 3,000 years.

by Mark Daniels

€10.49

An entertaining and accessible introduction to the fascinating world of Greek and Roman history, covering the people, events, art and mythology that have shaped the Western world. Perhaps more than any other period in history, the era of classical antiquity shaped the Western world as we know it today. From the pioneering schools of Greek philosophy to the far-reaching influence of the Roman Empire, so much of what we consider fundamental to our contemporary civilization can trace its roots back to Mediterranean Europe during this time. Whether you're interested in myths and legends, ancient civilization or classical history, this compact book covers all bases. Divided into eight chapters, each covering an aspect of the classical world - gods, heroes and monsters, rulers and government, war, art, philosophy, literature and science - this is the perfect primer for any reader looking for an introduction to one of the most captivating periods in history. With dozens of easy-to-digest entries on the most important people, events, art and mythology of the era, accompanied by maps and illustrations, The Classical World in Bite-Sized Chunks gives you everything you need to know about Roman and Greek history in one compelling and compact package. Also available: The History of the World in Bite-sized Chunks (9781782437079) World Mythology in Bite-sized Chunks (9781782435754) The History of Europe in Bite-sized Chunks (9781789294163) The Universe in Bite-sized Chunks (9781789295023) The History of Science in Bite-sized Chunks (9781789290714)

by David Sweetman

€24.95

While 'an Englishman' s home is his castle' , in Ireland virtually all castles were built for defensive purposes. The medieval castles of Ireland traces the development of the Irish medieval castle, drawing on the research and records of the Archaeological Survey of Ireland and David Sweetman' s four decades of experience in medieval archaeology. It is the most thorough and accessible book available on Irish castles with 200 original drawings and photographs. This new edition of David Sweetman' s classic monograph takes the reader from early Anglo-Norman earthworks, the great fortifications like Trim Castle, through to the ubiquitous towerhouse and, finally, the fortified houses of the Elizabethan period. This book forms a basic framework and reference from which the student and academic can progress the subject of castle studies. At the same time, its accessible contents and stunning full-colour photography provide the general reader with an understanding of the buildings that are such a distinctive and dramatic feature in the Irish landscape.

by Richard Kerbaj

€12.99

'Richard Kerbaj tells a gripping story of Lyalin's role in helping turn the tables in a spying game that the West had been losing.' The Economist 'The Defector flows effortlessly from page to page and chapter to chapter. It is genuinely unputdownable; a terrific read.' The Cipher Brief 'It looks and reads like a novel . . . all queuing up to lavish praise upon [this] book." James O'Brien 'An absolutely thrilling read based on deep research which brings this MI5 asset's importance to life.' Gordon Corera, co-host of The Rest is Classified 'Kerbaj is well-placed to recount the facts of this forgotten story . . . one of the most sensational episodes of the Cold War.' Sunday Times 'A truly gripping, untold story... The Defector reads like Le Carre but uncovers important truths that are being played out in Putin's Russia today'. Robert Verkaik 'Extraordinary' - Hugo Rifkind, TimesRadio 'Inspired . . . seamless, and a thrill to read.' The Scotsman 'Compelling', Evening Standard 'Highly entertaining . . . Certainly the stuff of thrillers.' Sydney Morning Herald 'This magnificent book reads like a thriller but it's all true. It has big lessons for today and tomorrow.' The Australian 'Reads like a spy novel', Express The Defector is the untold account of how, in 1971, the defection of a KGB saboteur in London led to the expulsion of more than a hundred Soviet 'diplomats' from the UK. Drawing on newly declassified intelligence documents and dozens of interviews with spymasters, The Defector tells a startling story of a Soviet mission to plant fake Kremlin agents within British and American intelligence services, the paranoia that ensued, and how the actions of a genuine turncoat, the former KGB officer Oleg Lyalin, and the secrets he revealed resulted to one of the most dramatic and pivotal moments in the Cold War. Lyalin led MI5 to rethink its relationship with the CIA. And his defection discredited a previous KGB defector, Anatoly Golitsyn, the darling of the CIA, and ultimately destroyed the reputation of the US agency's head of counterintelligence, James Jesus Angleton. As Richard Kerbaj writes: 'There was a poetic irony in Golitsyn's loss of credibility. It came, as he had previously feared, at the hands of a KGB defector. Except Oleg Lyalin had not been sent by the KGB - he was running away from it.' At the heart of Lyalin's story is a narrative entwined with lies, disinformation, Kremlin deception campaigns, intelligence failures by the CIA and MI5, and a tangled love life. Told in full here, for the first time, by one of this country's leading commentators on national security, it reveals how during the darkest moments of the Cold War one of the West's greatest achievements transpired as a result of MI5's break with the CIA. The disclosure of the inside story of this historic event also comes at a time when there is a renewed interest in the relationship between transatlantic spy services - from the intelligence they share or hold back, to the way they respond to their political masters and stand up to threats from Russia.

by Nicci French

€10.49

'A pedal-to-the-metal white-knuckle thrill-ride that leaves you wrung out and breathless from sheer exhilaration' CHRISTOPHER BROOKMYRE  The new psychological thriller from the bestselling author of Has Anyone Seen Charlotte Salter? and the Frieda Klein series. Some friendships don't survive the truth. Nearly thirty years ago, Tyler Green was convicted of killing his university friend Leo Bauer. Now, newly released from prison, he is determined to face the past - and the friends who were there the night everything changed. But when one of them is found dead soon after their reunion, suspicion falls immediately on Tyler. If he killed once, surely he could kill again. As Detective Maud O'Connor investigates, the truth about that night begins to unravel - revealing secrets no one wanted exposed. Can Tyler ever truly escape his past, or is history about to repeat itself? Taut, atmospheric, and psychologically razor-sharp, What Happened That Night confirms Nicci French as a master of suspense. PRAISE FOR NICCI FRENCH'No one does it better than Nicci French' LEE CHILD 'Perfection' SOPHIE HANNAH 'Unputdownable' ERIN KELLY 'Powerful, moving and wise . . . I loved it' JO CALLAGHAN 'Expertly paced, psychologically sharp, thoroughly enjoyable' LOUISE CANDLISH 'No-one does the dark distortion of good intentions like Nicci French' CARA HUNTER 'French always excels at depicting an ordinary life swept away by horror' OBSERVER 'First-class' INDEPENDENT 

by Natalie Haynes

€11.99

* A Marie Claire Best Book of 2026 *Exiled daughter, abandoned wife, vengeful mother. But is that where the truth lies? This is the story of Medea as you've never heard it before. Jason and his Argonauts set sail to find the Golden Fleece. The journey is filled with danger, and if Jason ever reaches the distant land he seeks, he faces almost certain death. Medea - priestess, witch, and daughter of the brutal king who jealously guards the fleece - has the power to save Jason's life. Will she betray her family and her home? Burning with desire for this stranger, as the gods intend, Medea chooses Jason over her kin. But their love is steeped in vengeance from the beginning, and no one - not even those closest to them - will be safe when their passion is spent . . . Based on the classic tragedy by Euripides, this is Medea as you've never seen her before . . . Praise for Natalie Haynes: 'Witty, gripping, ruthless' - Margaret Atwood on Stone Blind 'Fiercely feminist . . . A many-layered delight' - The Guardian on A Thousand Ships 'Passionate and gripping' - Madeline Miller, author of Circe on The Children of Jocasta No Friend to This House is an extraordinary reimagining of the myth of Medea from Natalie Haynes, the Sunday Times bestselling author of Stone Blind.

by Philippa Gregory

€10.99

Winner of the Fiction Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2026She ​rose as a favourite. Will she fall as a traitor?In the dazzling, dangerous world of the Tudor Court, nothing is more powerful than a secret - or more deadly.Jane Boleyn has mastered many masks: loving wife, devoted sister, and obedient spy.But as the King's rule advances into tyranny, Jane must decide: keep playing her part, or use the only power she really has - her voice.Philippa Gregory brings the Boleyn traitor into the light in an explosive story of one woman's survival in the treacherous heart of the Tudor court.'Beautifully written, meticulously researched … utterly compelling and unputdownable' SANTA MONTEFIOREA stunning tour de force: compelling, thrilling, mesmerising, completely engrossing' BARBARA ERSKINE'An enthralling historical thriller and a mirror on contemporary politics … rich and compelling' C J COOKE'A propulsive, emotional, thrill ride through the Tudor court' LUCY CLARKE'A thrilling story about ambition, power struggles … and dark side of the Tudor court' ADELE PARKS'A vivid recreation of a court in which sex and politics are intertwined and deadly' The Times'[A] tense portrait of survival under a king whose love can mean death' i paper'As perilous as it is thrilling' Mail on Sunday'Gregory masterfully explores Jane's guilt, ambition and survival […] you can feel the power, danger and allure of the Tudor dynasty on every page' Woman & Home'An immersive visit to the Court of Henry VIII with its magnificence and machinations, its pageantry and plotting' Saga'Gregory's research is impeccable, but she wears it lightly when transporting you to the Tudor court in all its pomp, glory [and] drama' High Life'Written with the world of modern politics in mind, where decisions and policy can spin on a whim, and bursting with […] intrigue, subterfuge, and authentic period detail' Northern Echo'Richly atmospheric, Gregory's novel delivers a riveting portrait of Jane and drama of the cunning stakes involved in trying to survive Henry's reign' Booklist​Book 10 in the Tudor and Plantagenet Novels seriesBoleyn Traitor won Fiction Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2026

by Andrew Sean Greer

€16.99

'Absolute joy' Sarah Winman 'The funniest of writers. . . Villa Coco is such a sunny book' Kate Atkinson 'Every sentence in this novel sings' David Sedaris 'Eccentric, funny, touching: I adored it' Nina Stibbe 'Sheer, riotous, unmitigated joy' Kiran Millwood Hargrave Broke and directionless, our young protagonist takes a job in the Italian countryside as the assistant to Lisabetta - better known to her friends as Coco - a strong-willed, wealthy aristocrat of great local renown. Trained as an archivist, he thinks he's been hired to catalogue the contents of the beautiful, crumbling mansion nestled in the green Tuscan hills. But what are his actual duties? Days are spent in a series of increasingly eccentric pursuits: entertaining an endless carousel of guests (from bohemian painters to elderly princesses to unnervingly handsome nephews), attending a funeral in order to make off with the urn, and aiding and abetting Coco's great and final plan - to reunite with the lost love of her life before it's too late. As summer turns into autumn and the Italian countryside begins to work its magic, the secrets of Villa Coco and its inhabitants are slowly brought to light - and with them, an unforgettable story of the enduring power of friendship. A 'charm novel' for our times, Villa Coco is a sun-drenched paean to youth, to age and to the fulfilment of love - filled with great wisdom and a spirit of unadulterated joy.

by Dawn O'Porter

€12.99

What happens at your kitchen table can become the blueprint for everything you are. Did you sit alone or with people you loved? Was it fun or tense? Was someone working hard to stop you noticing someone else's mood? Did you take it for granted, or know someone had busted their balls to make it happen? Was the food thoughtful and delicious, or bland and functional? Was the plate laid down with love or anger? It all matters. It all stays with us. I think about this every single day. For years, Dawn O'Porter thought that fulfilment lived somewhere glamorous: in success, recognition, and a life turned up to full volume. Somewhere between grieving loss, learning to cook something vaguely nutritious, Hollywood dreams, raising children, writing bestselling fiction - and occasionally eating Wotsits for dinner - Dawn discovered that the real spotlight wasn't out there. It was actually here, in her kitchen, where daily rhythms and chaos, small disappointments and big wins played out, often erupting into a raucous party. Through the meals that nourished, impressed or perhaps sometimes barely registered, food became her stage, where she made sense of life and discovered her love language. Hungry Eyes is a memoir of identity, tracing a path through the moments and meals that shape who we become, and the ingredients we use to gradually build a life. Dawn explores the lifelong pressure to 'bring something to the table', and how it determines who we think we are. What happens when we finally take our seat at our own table - and what if the thing you've been chasing your whole life was already sitting right there? Ideal for readers who: Connect deeply with evocative food memoirs exploring family dynamics, personal memory and evolving identity. Appreciate candid, self-deprecating storytelling built around complex appetites, professional ambition and domestic life. Recognise how fleeting, everyday kitchen-table moments can quietly shape the entire course of a life. Favour autobiographical memoirs that are consistently funny, exceptionally warm and emotionally revealing.

by Leo Varadkar

€12.99

THE NO. 1 BESTSELLER Shortlisted for Biography of The Year, Irish Book Awards 2025 'Refreshingly honest' Guardian 'Whatever your views on Varadkar and his political legacy, you'll be gripped by these stories.' Sunday Independent 'There is gossip, revealing text exchanges and entertaining titbits … the reader gets a good sense of the pressures of serving as taoiseach.' Irish Times --- Leo Varadkar shares his fascinating experience as Irish prime minister at a time of much change and turbulence, in this remarkably honest memoir. Leo Varadkar was an unlikely Taoiseach - the youngest on taking office in 2017, the first Taoiseach to be gay, and the first person of colour to be Taoiseach. Equally unlikely was his decision to bow out of politics in his mid-forties. Now, liberated from the constraints of office, he tells his fascinating story with characteristic courage and candour, and provides a unique insight into the formation and evolution of a senior politician. In Speaking My Mind Leo Varadkar shares his pride in helping to bring about transformational changes, such as marriage equality. He describes experiences that only a prime minister could have - speaking frankly to Pope Francis on the legacy of church abuses, connecting with Barack Obama about both being the 'tall, dark guy with the funny name', navigating challenges such as the pandemic and the fallout from Brexit. And he writes honestly about the costs that go with the immense privilege of holding high office. Speaking My Mind is a revealing, intimate and important memoir from a singular public figure. --- 'A great read ... fascinating insights' Brendan O'Connor, RTÉ Radio 1 'Candid … engagingly honest' Financial Times 'A lively and easy read and can help in future examinations of a very fast-changing Ireland' Irish Independent 'He is easy, cosmopolitan company, judiciously bitchy, but never cruel. I own a lot of books written by and about Irish politicians and this one is the most human in its telling' The Times 'Brings to life some of the behind-the-scenes moments of what has been a transformative period in Irish and global politics' Sunday Independent 'Highly illuminating on the relationship between self-suppression and the reactionary social conservatism he once espoused . . . There's real life and real insight in these passages' The Observer 'Fascinating insights into his own thinking and the behaviour of others' Irish Daily Mail 'A fluid account . . . engaging' Irish Examiner Ideal for readers who: Seek a compelling, first-hand Taoiseach memoir that offers genuine political access. Are interested in modern political leadership, personal identity, public pressure and a changing Ireland. Want to revisit major Brexit and pandemic decisions through a highly personal lens. Look for sharp political insight delivered with refreshing candour, context and honesty about the personal cost.

by Philippe Besson

€13.99

The New Novel from the author of Lie With Me'Doomed youth, simmering desire and 100-proof nostalgia is what Besson does - and he does it very well . . . perfect reading for a heatwave . . .  this novel made me nostalgic for the sultry summers I never had' The Times'This is a poignant, haunting beach read about loss of innocence, the precariousness of existence, and that painful period of adolescence when the only language available is totally inadequate to the circumstances.' Daily MailOn an island off the coast of France, six teenagers come together for a summer of desire and discovery until one of them vanishes forever, leaving the rest with an enduring mysteryTell me, do you know why the most beautiful love stories must always end badly? In the summer of 1985, on a scruffy resort island off the coast of France, six teenagers-five boys and one girl-band together for a final golden season before adulthood. Their days are drenched in sun and freedom, and their nights simmer with secrets, jealousy, and longing. Philippe is drawn to Nicolas, the quiet new boy who sees him in a way that no one else does. As their bond deepens, part of Nicolas remains unreachable-until a sudden tragedy brings their summer to a brutal end. The Summer Boy is a lush and unforgettable autobiographical tale, capturing the ineffable summers of youth in amber. Celebrated novelist Philippe Besson has shaped his memories into an aching meditation on how one summer night-and one fierce connection-can echo across a lifetime.

by Glenn Patterson

€11.99

The true story of one of the biggest bank heists in Irish and British history - and the questions that remain. On a Sunday evening in December 2004, two young men were at home with their families. Both worked for the Northern Bank's cash centre in Belfast. They heard knocks on their front doors. Within minutes masked men invaded their homes, overpowered their loved ones and disabled their electronic devices. The two bank officials were given a choice: do what they were told or their families would die. The following day, £26.5 million was stolen from the Northern Bank: the biggest cash heist in Irish and British history. The two bank officials simply re-labelled vast amounts of cash as rubbish and wheeled huge bags to a van waiting outside, yards from Belfast's City Hall. The robbers' knowledge of the inner workings of the bank was astonishing. They deployed a large crew of drivers, guards and gunmen. Only one organisation had the ability to execute such an audacious, minutely-planned robbery: the Irish Republican Army. But the IRA was supposedly demobilised as a result of the Good Friday Peace Agreement signed six years earlier. The leaders of Sinn Féin (who were also leaders of the IRA) vehemently denied their involvement. No-one believed them. Governments in London, Dublin and Washington were outraged. Yet no one has ever been convicted of any crime relating to the heist. Little more than two years later, Sinn Féin was in government in Northern Ireland. In the wake of the twentieth anniversary of this bizarre robbery, Glenn Patterson builds on his popular BBC podcast to shed new light on the story of the infamous heist, the victims, the organisers and the abortive, at times comically inept, attempts to find the people who carried it out.

by Virginia Evans

€10.00

Discover the word-of-mouth bestselling phenomenon that thousands of readers are calling their favourite book of the year! THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR A BBC RADIO 2 BOOK CLUB PICK SHORTLISTED FOR THE GOODREADS READERS' CHOICE AWARDS 'A warm, funny gem of a novel' LAURA HACKETT, THE TIMES 'Masterful . . . I was delighted and moved' NEW YORK TIMES 'I can't praise it enough. It's an absolute triumph' CLARE CHAMBERS 'Tremendous' FREDRIK BACKMAN 'Shows us what a glorious thing growing older can be' FLORENCE KNAPP 'The year's breakout novel no one saw coming' WALL STREET JOURNAL Every morning, Sybil Van Antwerp sits down to write letters - to her brother, to her best friend, to the president of the university who will not allow her to attend a class she desperately wants to take, to her favourite authors to tell them what she thinks of their latest books, and to one person to whom she writes often yet never sends the letter. Because at seventy-three, Sybil has used her correspondence - witty and wise - to make sense of the world. But beyond the page, she has spent the last thirty years keeping the people who love her at arms' length... Until letters from someone in her past force her to examine one of the most painful periods of her life. Now, Sybil must send the letter she has been writing for all these years - and find forgiveness within herself in order to move on. Sybil Van Antwerp's life of letters might be 'a very small thing', but she also might be one of the most memorable characters you will ever read. *Over 90,000 five-star reviews on Goodreads* Ideal for readers who: Gravitate towards literary fiction beautifully shaped by letters, personal memory and long-awaited forgiveness. Connect deeply with older protagonists reckoning with their past while slowly reconnecting with the world. Enjoy noticing how elegant correspondence, classic books and late-life transformations reshape a character's universe. Prefer warm, intelligent, character-led novels that deliver plenty of wit alongside gentle emotional weight.

by Simon Jenkins

€14.99

'Jenkins sets about his task with infectious enthusiasm and draws out all the most important themes in America's 250-year history' The Times In the two hundred and fifty years since its foundation, the United States of America has grown to become the world's richest and most powerful union. How did this new nation come to dominate global culture, economics, politics and warfare? Informed by years of close observation, bestselling author Simon Jenkins follows the extraordinary journey of America from before independence through revolution to Civil War, its emergence onto the international stage and the turbulence of the present day. We meet its most notable Presidents and see its most formative moments in a colourful and pacey narrative of a country often in turmoil, yet one that remains to many a land of freedom and a citadel of democracy with a story to inspire. This is an essential read for anyone who seeks to understand the country that continues to shape our world.

by Darby Saxbe

€19.99

A groundbreaking exploration of how fatherhood transforms men's brains, bodies, health, skills and relationships - showing that men are wired to participate in care, just as women are. 'Saxbe's deeply researched and entertaining book fills a crucial gap in our understanding' Financial Times In recent years men's attitudes to fatherhood have changed dramatically. But only now are we learning how profoundly fatherhood changes men's brains and biology - and the effects these changes have on their health, skills, relationships and sense of purpose. In Dad Brain, one of the world's leading researchers of fatherhood, Darby Saxbe, provides a captivating account of this new science, revealing that: Fathers' brains shrink and their testosterone drops Fathers undergo a host of hormonal changes once thought only to affect women Fathers can suffer post-partum depression but enjoy better long-term health Fathers' style of play makes their kids more resilient Dads who do more housework are generally happier Above all, Dad Brain shows that these are all crucial adaptations that enable better parenting but they only come online when fathers invest time into parenthood: the more they do, the more they change for the better. Ultimately it shows a good father is not something you are, it is something you become. 'A terrific addition to the increasing number of fatherhood books' New Scientist 'Fascinating . . . lucid' The Times '[An] accessible account of the latest science of fatherhood . . . fun . . . interesting . . . valuable' Literary Review 'Saxbe wants to debunk the stereotype that parenting does not come naturally to men and . . . takes particular aim at the myth that they "lack the biology for it"' Sunday Times

by Fintan Drury

€17.99

Genocide: Sponsoring the Destruction of Palestine is Fintan Drury's follow-up to Catastrophe: Nakba II, extending his forensic chronicle of the genocide in Gaza into its third year. Opening on 13 October 2025 - when Donald Trump addressed the Knesset and held a Peace Summit in Egypt - the book dissects a spectacle that excluded the oppressed while rewarding the oppressor. Drury uses this moment to show how Western governments, led by the US, deepened their political, military, and moral support for genocide. Drawing on meticulous research, he examines how bombardment, starvation, imprisonment, and territorial expansion formed a deliberate strategy, and argues that Western arms, funding, and diplomacy knowingly enabled it. Drury also explores the Trump-Netanyahu alliance, showing how political and commercial interests sidelined alternative peace efforts. The book highlights how Israel's focus on Iran is used to deflect attention from continued expansion in Gaza and the West Bank, and critiques a 'peace' framework built around Israeli priorities. Urgent and provocative, Genocide contends that without sustained Western backing, the crisis could neither have begun nor persisted - and insists that accountability is overdue. Ideal for readers who: Look for urgent, uncompromising political non-fiction regarding Gaza and Western power. Engage with forensic, meticulously researched arguments about complicity, violence and accountability. Closely follow geopolitical developments in Palestine, foreign policy and international responsibility. Value vital, challenging books that confront global power structures without softening their case.

by Harlan Coben

€10.00

THE NO. 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER NOW A MAJOR NETFLIX TV SERIES, STARRING SAM WORTHINGTON, BRITT LOWER AND MILO VENTIMIGLIA David and Cheryl Burroughs are living the dream - married, a beautiful house in the suburbs, a three year old son named Matthew - when tragedy strikes one night in the worst possible way. David awakes to find himself covered in blood, but not his own - his son's. And while he knows he did not murder his son, the overwhelming evidence against him puts him behind bars indefinitely. Five years into his imprisonment, Cheryl's sister arrives - and drops a bombshell. She's come with a photograph that a friend took on vacation at a theme park. The boy in the background seems familiar - and even though David realizes it can't be, he knows it is. It's Matthew, and he's still alive. David plans a harrowing escape from prison, determined to do what seems impossible - save his son, clear his own name, and discover the real story of what happened that devastating night. Readers are loving I Will Find You . . . 'A thrilling roller-coaster ride' 5-star reader review 'Harlan at his absolute best!' 5-star reader review 'Couldn't put it down' 5-star reader review 'Extremely action packed, absolutely heart pounding' 5-star reader review 'Such an amazing writer' 5-star reader review 'An electrifying game of cat-and-mouse' 5-star reader review Praise for Harlan Coben . . . 'Unbelievably brilliant' RICHARD OSMAN 'A GREAT writer' JOHN GRISHAM 'Never lets you down' LEE CHILD 'Simply one of the all-time greats' GILLIAN FLYNN 'The modern master of the hook and twist' DAN BROWN 'One of the world's finest thriller writers' PETER JAMES 'The king of the thriller novel' JACK EDWARDS I Will Find You was a Sunday Times no. 1 bestseller 14/01/2024

by Amanda Geard

€12.99

The Glass Key is a breathtaking, beautiful, stay-up-all-night story about love, loss and secrets from the bestselling author of the Richard and Judy Book Club pick The Midnight House. 'I just loved this sweeping and deeply moving book full of dark secrets' SANTA MONTEFIORE 'A page-turning mystery, richly layered and irresistible' CARMEL HARRINGTON 'A gorgeous novel. Beautifully written, layered and twisty. I loved it' EVE CHASE 'An old school epic that will have readers turning the pages long into the night' SINÉAD CROWLEY In Ireland, Maggie has grown up hearing her mother tell her the bedtime story of The Glass Key. It's a Nordic fairytale passed down by Maggie's grandmother Anna Swan, who mysteriously left her home one stormy night years ago, never to return. Now Maggie's grandfather has died and going through his things, Maggie is shocked to discover a faded wartime letter, asking him to take in a baby. In that moment she realises that Anna Swan was a woman of many secrets. Only by travelling to Norway and discovering the story of four brave young women whose lives were forever changed by the occupation of their tiny islands, can Maggie uncover the shocking truth about her family - and finally unlock the mystery of the glass key... As epic as the Norwegian landscape it so vividly describes, The Glass Key is a sweeping journey of a novel that will stay with you for ever. 'Mesmerising... the characters will sweep you away to a distant island, and leave their imprint long after you turn the last page' HAZEL GAYNOR 'I was on the edge of my seat, trying to guess how the mystery would unravel... Amanda Geard has fast become one of my favourite authors' JENNY ASHCROFT 'A magnificent story beautifully told and I can't stop thinking about it' LIZ FENWICK 'Brimming with mystery, family secrets and heart... this story will be loved by fiction readers everywhere' MADELINE MARTIN Ideal for readers who: Make time for sweeping mysteries where family stories, folklore and secrets overlap. Appreciate Irish settings with atmosphere, memory and emotional consequence. Connect with layered stories about love, loss and truths passed through generations. Lean towards historical strands that reveal why the present still hurts.

by Harry Sidebottom

€13.99

'You will love Harry Sidebottom's magnificent, blood-drenched study of the life of a gladiator … Was I not entertained? I absolutely was.' Dominic Sandbrook, The Times 'Grippingly original' Tom Holland ***A TIMES AND ECONOMIST BOOK OF THE YEAR*** In ancient Rome, a single day could decide a gladiator's fate. Follow in their footsteps with bestselling author Harry Sidebottom. Take a seat at the feast on the eve of the games and watch as the men marked for combat enjoy their final meal. At dawn, Roman citizens rush to the Colosseum to see the spectacles: wild-beast hunts, public executions and carefully choreographed violence - all part of a good day's entertainment. Watch as the gladiators enter the arena - armour gleaming, shields locked, they step into the light, fighting not just for survival but for the favour of the crowd. Gripping, immersive and grounded in ancient sources, A Day in the Life of a Gladiator illuminates the reality of Roman life and death in all its glory. This is history as it happened - not in the marble halls of emperors, but on the blood-darkened sand of the arena. Previously published in hardback as Those Who Are About to Die. Ideal for readers who… want Ancient Rome non-fiction focused on everyday experience, not just emperors and politics. are fascinated by gladiators, the Colosseum, and how Roman spectacles really worked. enjoy narrative history built around a single day to bring a world to life. like military and sport history that sticks closely to sources and lived detail. are buying for history fans drawn to Rome’s grit, ritual, and public entertainment.

by Neiko Ng

€10.99

A chunky search and find book, featuring 101 things that go - perfect for vehicle-mad little ones! Discover busy building sites, super quick speedboats, monster trucks, quad bikes and more . . . from tuk-tuks to rockets, and everything in between! - Sturdy board pages for repeated reading - Five detailed scenes, with lots to spot and talk about together - Two pages of extra early learning activities, including colours and counting Look out for more books in Campbell's There Are 101 . . . series. Topics include: Space, Sea Creatures, Dinosaurs and Minibeasts

by Rosan Smits

€9.49

'Excellent' Timothy Snyder'Definitive' Jason Stanley 'Masterful and chilling' Paul Mason'A distress signal ... Read this book' Rutger Bregman Fascism is back. This time no swastikas, Nazi flags, or deadly bureaucracy, but MAGA hats, right-wing extremist memes, and a triumphant fist held high. For the first time in modern history, far right parties in some European countries have won a larger share of the votes than the Conservatives and the Social Democrats. Fascism hollows out democracies from within. It starts with language, not tanks. With democratic elections, not a coup. But how do fascists mobilise citizens? How has fascism become normalised in Europe again? And how do we stop it? Ideal for readers who: Need a clear warning about modern fascism and democracy. Follow how extremist politics adapts language, imagery and culture. Are concerned by far-right movements in Europe and beyond. Read urgent political non-fiction that connects history to now.

by Ian McEwan

€10.99

In a world submerged by rising seas, can the secrets of the past be discovered? The breathtaking Sunday Times bestseller.'Full of wisdom and heart. I loved it' Elif Shafak 'A gripping page-turner' Observer 'It gave me so much pleasure' New York Times 2014: A great poem is read aloud and never heard again. For generations, people speculate about its message. 2119: With the UK's lowlands submerged by rising seas, those who survive are haunted by all that has been lost. Tom Metcalfe, a university scholar, pores over the archives of the early twenty-first century. When he stumbles across a clue that may lead to the lost poem, he reveals a story of entangled love and a brutal crime that challenges everything he thought he knew about the past. 'What We Can Know may well have created a new genre' Sunday Times 'Brilliantly plotted… In What We Can Know, the past is an irresistible riddle' Washington Post 'Propulsive…entertaining and enjoyable' Financial Times 'A dazzling novel' Independent 'Haunting, playful and ultimately hopeful… A wonderful book' Kaliane Bradley 'A poignant love letter to the vanishing past' Guardian *A BOOK OF THE YEAR for the Sunday Times, Guardian, New York Times, New Statesman, Spectator, New Yorker, i Paper and Barack Obama*

by Brian Carroll

€13.99

THE NO. 1 BESTSELLER THE SHOCKING TRUE CRIME THAT SHOCKED IRELAND From a producer of the Emmy-nominated Netflix documentary, A Deadly American Marriage 'Extraordinary and compelling' Pat Kenny, Newstalk 'There is quite a twist in this' Martin King, Ireland AM How Molly Martens' obsession with her stepchildren cost her husband Jason his life and legacy, from the producer of the Emmy-nominated Netflix documentary, A Deadly American Marriage When Limerick widower Jason Corbett hired a wholesome young American, Molly Martens, to care for his eighteen-month-old daughter and three and-a-half-year-old son, he could not have known that she was a troubled woman whose obsession with his children would end in his death. Three years after meeting, Jason and Molly married and settled in North Carolina. Four years later, Jason was beaten to death in their marital bedroom. Molly and her father, Tom, a former FBI agent, admitted to killing Jason but claimed self-defence. A Deadly Marriage reveals new information about this shocking case including the strange text Molly sent to Jason's brother less than two hours after his death, how Jason told a friend he was planning to return to Ireland for good just two weeks before he died and Tom Martens' pattern of cleaning up Molly's mess. This is the story of how a wealthy and well-connected American family framed the victim as the aggressor in a horrific killing, blackened his name and served minimal jail time. Journalist Brian Carroll reported on the Martens' court hearings for the Irish Times and is a co-producer of the Netflix documentary A Deadly American Marriage. He has thoroughly investigated the case, including conducting fresh reporting in North Carolina, to write the definitive account of a shattering story. --- 'Goes into the case in far more detail in a much more illuminating way' Matt Cooper, Today FM 'Read this and you'll get quite the education' Elaine Crowley, Ireland AM Ideal for readers who: Read true crime where family, obsession and loss collide. Look beyond the headlines of the Jason Corbett case. Follow Irish cases where documentary detail meets legal aftermath. Value crime non-fiction that keeps human consequence at the centre.

by Heather Morris

€10.00

From the bestselling author of THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ comes a heartbreaking contemporary novel of a dying teenager's final wish, a lonely young man's journey towards connection, and the unexpected friendship they find together. Perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes, Jodi Picoult, and John Green. Jesse is 15. She loves her friends, her little brother and her parents - even when they're arguing, which feels like constantly these days. But most of all, she loves playing video games. Even from her hospital bed. Alex is 29. He doesn't love a lot of things. To be honest, he's not really sure he knows how to. His desk at work, as VR games designer, is empty, much like his life feels sometimes. Then Jesse makes a wish. A simple one: a video experience made of her life, something to be there, just in case she isn't. One loving teenager. One lonely adult. Which one will get the happy ending? Heather Morris is an international no.1 bestseller and has sold over 18 million copies worldwide. This brand-new novel is a fresh direction for her but speaks to all the themes that you know and love her for: hope in the darkest of places, family, love and courage.

by Chris Smalls

€21.99

'Wonderful . . . This book provides inspiration and hope' JEREMY CORBYN 'A story of incredible personal and political resilience' ZACK POLANKSI 'Chris Smalls is Prometheus unbound' YANIS VAROUFAKIS 'Jeff Bezos doesn't want you to read this, which is why you should' LUKE KEMP The outrageous, jaw-dropping true story of the man who took on a corporate giant - and won. A dedicated and experienced Amazon employee, Chris Smalls had begun to feel frustrated by the inner workings of the retail giant - he kept being passed over for promotion, with little to no explanation. So when his colleagues and friends began falling ill in the Covid pandemic, and with no assurances of safety or even sick leave from the top, he made the only choice left available to him. He staged a walkout with friend Derrick Palmer, eventually finding himself on the picket line without a job. What began as a demand to keep essential employees safe in a crisis would grow into a movement devoted to achieving dignity and security for the wage worker, triggering a groundswell of organizers at Starbucks, Trader Joe's, Apple - and across the world. We follow Smalls's years of sacrifice and economic uncertainty as a father of three, from fighting warehouse managerial politics in an effort to make ends meet, to his ascension as the leader of a new generation's labour movement. When the Revolution Comes is the riveting inside story of how a young Black man from Hackensack, NJ with little-to-no resources led a scrappy band of Staten Island warehouse workers in an improbable fight against Amazon to create its first Labor Union. An exposé of life lived in the laboratory of capitalism and a terrifying depiction of what it's like to be working class in America, this book tells a new, empowering story of what is possible when the overworked, underpaid and disempowered join together, forming a movement born in community.

by James Patterson

€10.00

'Alex Cross is a legend' HARLAN COBEN Discover the next book in the globally bestselling Alex Cross series... now the inspiration for the original series CROSS on Prime Video starring Aldis Hodge as Alex Cross. Alex Cross thought serial killer Gary Soneji was dead and buried.But when a hidden cabin reveals a stash of gruesome trophies and diaries, Cross realises the Spider's evil influence has spread wider than he ever thought possible. The chilling truth soon becomes clear: Cross imprisoned the wrong man. As he studies the clues, Cross becomes enmeshed in a web of evil designed to ensnare him all along. Now he must retrace the steps of a long-ago investigation and face…the Return of the Spider. 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 ... 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

by Donal Casey

€20.00

Part memoir, part philosophical reflection, part mentoring conversation, Reflections on a Golden Ball invites us not to chase perfection, but to better understand the forces already at work in our own lives. From small-town beginnings in Athy, County Kildare, to the global stage of elite professional golf, Donal Casey reflects on leadership, self-confidence, wealth, sport and the formative narratives that shape each of our journeys. Set against the backdrop of Ireland’s transformation over the past fifty years, these reflections explore the interplay between randomness, self-belief and choice. This is not a formula for success. Rather, it is a thoughtful and personal exploration of how lives unfold and how reflection itself may be our most reliable guide. Ideal for readers who: Appreciate non-fiction with a wide-ranging focus. Are fascinated by the interplay of sport and business. Want a read that combines thoughtful reflection with tools for leadership and motivation.  

by Philip Norman

€14.99

The definitive biography of Brian Epstein - the man who made the Beatles - by leading Beatles biographer Philip Norman.Brian Epstein didn't just manage the Beatles - he transformed them into the most famous band the world has ever known. A young record-shop owner from Liverpool, he took four relatively unknown musicians and set out to make them 'bigger than Elvis', changing pop music, celebrity and British culture forever. Only a few years older than John, Paul, George and Ringo, he called them 'the Boys', guiding, protecting and relentlessly believing in them as no one else did. Without Brian Epstein, there would have been no Beatles as we know them.Brian's achievement in a profession in which he had no experience remains astonishing. A passionate devotee of classical music, he was nevertheless instrumental in shaping a new kind of pop that would revolutionise its sound, its business and Britain's image around the world. Yet for all his achievements, he received no public honour - and scarcely any thanks.Drawing on a remarkable cache of exclusive interviews with those closest to him, Philip Norman delivers the most intimate and revealing portrait yet of this complex, conflicted and ultimately tragic figure. Mr Moonlight reveals the depths of Brian's many trials and tribulations - how he almost lost the Beatles to organised crime; the antisemitism and homophobia he endured even at the height of his success; his intense and fraught relationship with John Lennon; and the haunting circumstances of his lonely death during the so-called Summer of Love.At once revelatory and deeply moving, Mr Moonlight restores Brian Epstein to his rightful place at the heart of the Beatles' story.

by Adrian Tchaikovsky

€17.99

In a city of sunshine and secrets, the shadows belong to the animals. In a solar-powered future, humans live in luxury, served by unseen Little Helpers - artificially enhanced animals who maintain their perfect green cities. The animals' number one rule: 'do not bother the humans'. Yet, beneath this tranquil facade, a complex underworld of animal politics, crime and conflict thrives. Enter Skotch, a freelance raccoon investigator. Until now, his biggest problem has been a lack of work. Now, his work may get him killed. His latest case? Finding a fugitive mouse scientist. But powerful forces are also after Doctor Meece, and they're willing to kill for his secrets. Can Skotch navigate this treacherous web, outsmart rat gangsters, beat a deadly weasel assassin and keep his pelt intact? More importantly, can he find his quarry before the elusive rodent breaks Rule One in the most apocalyptic way - and shatters their fragile world. For those who loved John Scalzi's Starter Villain and Adrian Tchaikovsky's Service Model, Green City Wars is a crime-inspired adventure that will draw you deep into an incredible new world . . . Praise for Adrian Tchaikovsky 'One of the most interesting and accomplished writers in speculative fiction' - Christopher Paolini 'Fantastic and highly imaginative' - Peter F. Hamilton 'Picking up an Adrian Tchaikovsky book is proof you love your brain and want it to be happy' - John Scalzi 'An intriguing puzzle with plenty of thrills' - The Guardian Ideal for readers who: Are drawn to inventive science fiction with humour and animal intelligence. Follow a raccoon investigator caught up in crime, secrets and power struggles. Explore solar-powered cities where enhanced animals work unseen. Appreciate speculative stories with noir energy and sharp world-building.

by Lucy Watson

€25.99

Easy, delicious and nutritious plant-based recipes for the whole family Bestselling author and passionate animal-lover Lucy Watson is back with her most family-friendly cookbook yet. Now a mum to little Willoughby, Lucy knows first-hand how important it is to make mealtimes fun, tasty and stress-free for everyone. Feed Me More Veggies is packed with over 75 brand-new recipes for the whole family - even the pickiest eaters - from healthy Crispy Quinoa Patties and comforting Indian Butter Chickpea Curry to show-stopping Strawberry Matcha Pancakes. Inside you'll find: · Simple family meals everyone will love - vegan or not · Handy weaning ideas and tips to help little ones enjoy veg from the start · Fuss-free recipes for busy weeknights and laid-back weekends · Comfort-food classics made lighter, greener and just as delicious Whether you're a long-time vegan, a flexitarian family, or just want to squeeze in more goodness, Lucy's easy-going approach makes it simple - and enjoyable - to feed your whole family more veggies every day.

by Alan Desmond

€18.99

‘Dr Alan Desmond’s work is rooted in solid science. A fantastic guide on how to eat for a longer and healthier life.’ – Dan Buettner, #1 New York Times Bestselling author of The Blue Zones ‘Shows just how powerful real, everyday food can be for our long-term health and how we feel.’ – Ella Mills, Founder of Deliciously Ella In this empowering book leading NHS Consultant Gastroenterologist Dr Alan Desmond reveals the missing piece of the health puzzle: how the modern food environment is quietly reshaping our biology – and how you can reclaim control. Drawing on decades of clinical experience, global research and real-life patient stories, Dr Desmond cuts through the noise with clarity and authority to explain: How diet has become the number one driver of early death and disability Why gut health influences everything from digestion and immunity to mood, metabolism and healthy ageing The hidden impact of ultra-processed foods and the simple swaps that make the biggest difference Why ‘healthy eating’ is easier, cheaper and more realistic than you’ve been led to believe The powerful daily habits that can transform your long-term health – without fads, guilt or perfectionism This is not another diet book. It’s a clear, compassionate roadmap for living better – backed by science, grounded in common sense, and designed for real life. Whether you want more energy, better digestion, a healthier body weight, or a longer, more vibrant life, What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You About Food gives you the tools to take charge of your health starting today. Simple. Evidence-based. Life-changing. Ideal for readers who… Want a practical health and nutrition book focused on everyday food choices and long-term wellbeing. Are interested in gut health, digestion, immunity, mood and healthy ageing through diet. Prefer science-led advice from NHS Consultant Gastroenterologist Dr Alan Desmond. Need accessible guidance on ultra-processed foods, healthier swaps and realistic eating habits. Are looking for a thoughtful paperback gift for readers interested in food, health and wellbeing.

by Federica Amati

€18.99

Includes a Foreword from Professor Tim Spector GLP-1 medications have transformed how we eat, drink and think about appetite. Millions of people have used them. Millions more are considering them. Yet for all their impact and rapid uptake, one critical gap in support and question remains largely unanswered: how do you nourish your body before, during and after weight-loss medications in a way that truly supports long-term health? The Appetite Reset is the first science-based, compassionate guide to eating well at every stage of GLP-1 or “peptide” therapy. Written by leading nutritionist and medical scientist Dr Federica Amati, it provides clear, practical guidance for protecting metabolism, restoring appetite signals and building a confident, sustainable relationship with food, whether you are looking to reset your natural appetite biology, exploring GLP-1s, currently taking them, or navigating life after stopping. At the heart of the book is a simple three-phase nutritional framework grounded in clinical experience, unpacking the science behind these naturally occurring hormones and mechanisms, sharing the latest research into the future of metabolic health. Dr Amati also addresses the emotional and identity shifts that often accompany appetite suppression, helping readers move forward without fear, confusion or diet culture. Ideal for readers who… want clear nutrition guidance around GLP-1 medications, appetite, metabolism and long-term health. are considering GLP-1 therapy and want to understand eating support before making changes. are already using weight-loss medication and need practical food guidance alongside medical care. want help rebuilding appetite signals and a steadier, more confident relationship with food. follow Dr Federica Amati, ZOE or Professor Tim Spector’s work on nutrition science.

by David Goldblatt

€10.99

A Telegraph Best Book of 2025. A News Statesman Book of the Year 2025.' David Goldblatt is possibly the best football historian there has ever been'. Dominic Sandbrook'David Goldblatt is the greatest British sportswriter of the 21st century … Injury Time is an absolute classic.' James Montague, author of The Billionaires Club and EngulfedFootball, history and the state of the nation - and why it matters. Injury Time is a sharp and thought provoking look at contemporary British society through the lens of football; a society shaken by more than a decade of economic, political and social upheaval, whose causes and consequences have proved hard to grasp. Set against the backdrop of Brexit, Covid and today's 'polycrisis' - spanning economic decline, war in Europe, political unrest and climate change - this book argues that football provides an unmatched vantage point for understanding the nation's state of affairs. From grassroots clubs battling for survival to the rise and fall of Russian oligarchs in the sport, the game's tragedies and triumphs echo the larger shifts shaping Britain. With striking examples such as Marcus Rashford's anti-hunger campaign and the uproar surrounding Gary Lineker's tweets, Injury Time underscores football's central role in public conversation. Football, Goldblatt contends, is the ultimate societal bellwether - a reflection of Britain's virtues and flaws alike. Ideal for readers who: See modern Britain more clearly through football, community and crisis. Are interested in how clubs and supporters reflect Brexit, Covid and political unrest. Connect with sharp sports writing that blends culture, politics and national diagnosis. Choose books that show why football still reveals so much about society.

by Penguin

€36.99

The official behind-the-scenes companion to all five seasons of Stranger Things, straight from the team who made it. Go behind the curiosity door with the creators, cast, and crew in this definitive, deluxe guide. With never-before-seen content from the show's inception and beyond to its thrilling conclusion, this is the director's cut in book form, taking you on a visual ride through each heart-warming moment, spine-tingling adventure, and roll of the dice. Immerse yourself with:THE DUFFER BROTHERS' COMMENTARYEXCLUSIVE CAST INTERVIEWSCREATURE CONCEPT ARTIN-WORLD EPHEMERAMAPS AND BLUEPRINTSCOSTUME PHOTOGRAPHYSCRIPT AND STORYBOARD SNIPPETSA SECRET CODE LEADING TO A WEBSITE WITH BONUS CONTENT

by Mike Soutar

€18.99

'The real deal' Alan Sugar 'The essential modern playbook' Simon Squibb You don't need the top job to think like a CEO. The old rulebook for career success is dead. Today, every ambitious professional is facing the 'Three Storms': the AI revolution, global power shifts, and transformative working practices. To survive and thrive, you must adapt fast. Next Gen CEO is not a dry management textbook. In 60 sharp, micro-learning chapters, Mike Soutar distils decades of experience as a founder, executive, and BBC The Apprentice interviewer into battle-tested frameworks. Written as a 'working book' meant to live on your desk, it strips away the noise to focus on the raw mechanics of everyday success. Inside, you'll discover how to:Master Self-Leadership: Build the unshakeable self-belief, relentless optimism, and work ethic required to stand out.Embrace Constructive Dissent: Learn why losing more arguments actually makes you a stronger, more respected team member.Step Out of the Weeds: Use the four-step 'PISA' method to stop carrying everyone else's mental load and take control of your time.Protect Your Energy: Map your personal productivity curve to stay on fire without burning out. Leadership is a behaviour, not a job title. The future will disproportionately reward those who learn faster than the world is changing. Are you ready to take charge?

by Emer McLysaght & Sarah Breen

€16.99

They said they’d never let a man get in the way of their friendship... Laura and Dee haven’t spoken since the day they buried a body together. It was supposed to be the best summer of their lives. A break from university, from parents, from wasting their time on Irish boys with farmer’s tans. They’d imagined flirting with Ryan Phillippe on a New York rooftop. Instead, with summer jobs waitressing at a country club on Long Island, pickings are slim. Mikey is a bully. Marco is off limits. Jose is angry. Mr Haight is a sleaze. Josh is too keen. And Other Josh… he’s something else entirely. It’s a miracle only one of them ends up dead. Dee is pretty sure she didn’t mean to kill him. Laura, to her credit, never asked. Not until she sends an email, out of the blue, more than twenty years later. It’s finally time to mend the biggest heartbreak of that summer; Laura wants her best friend back. A hilarious and heartfelt story about friendship, young women and bad men. Sarah Breen and Emer McLysaght bring their trademark Aisling humour in this completely new direction. Noughties nostalgia and a dead body, it’s the novel you didn’t know you needed. Ideal for Readers Who… Loved the Aisling series — Our Deadly Summer is McLysaght and Breen's first novel outside the Aisling universe, and while the tone is darker and the setting is New York rather than Ballygobbard, the warmth, wit, and fierce female friendship that made Aisling a national treasure are entirely intact. Enjoy darkly comic Irish fiction with real emotional stakes — this isn't a cosy mystery. It's funny in the way that only Irish writers can be funny about serious things: sharply, affectionately, and with a body count. Feel a complicated nostalgia for the early noughties — dial-up internet, flip phones, impossibly low-cut jeans, and the particular madness of an Irish J1 summer in America. If you wore a velour tracksuit unironically, this book is for you. Love Marian Keyes, Holly Bourne, or Monica Heisey — fans of Really Good, Actually and So Happy for You will find the same blend of comedy and emotional honesty here, grounded in the specific texture of Irish women's lives. Are drawn to stories where female friendship is the beating heart — Laura and Dee's relationship is the real mystery at the centre of the novel. How two best friends end up standing over a body together, and what that does to them, is the story Our Deadly Summer is actually telling. Want a thriller that moves — set across Dublin, Long Island, and New York, with a plot that opens on a buried body and never fully lets you breathe, this is the rare book that earns its "unputdownable" without having to say it on the cover.

by Jeremy Bowen

€13.99

Now updated with a new chapter on the 7 October attacks and more. A Sunday Times Paperback of the Year A Spectator and New Statesman Book of the Year 'An illuminating and riveting read' - Jonathan Dimbleby 'Arresting . . . excellent, doom-freighted' - The Times Jeremy Bowen, the International Editor of the BBC, has been covering the Middle East since 1989 and is uniquely placed to explain its complex past and its troubled present. In The Making of the Modern Middle East he offers a gripping and invaluable guide, showing how it came to be and what its future might hold. In part based on his acclaimed podcast, 'Our Man in the Middle East', Bowen takes us on a journey across the Middle East and through its history. He meets ordinary men and women on the front line, and their leaders, whether brutal or benign. He explores the power games that have so often wreaked devastation on civilian populations as those leaders, whatever their motives, jostle for political, religious and economic control. Clear throughout is Bowen's deep understanding of the political, cultural and religious differences between countries as diverse as Erdogan's Turkey, Netanyahu's Israel and Palestine, whether Hamas-controlled Gaza or the West Bank. His long experience of covering events in the region make this an extraordinarily powerful account of one of the world's greatest problems. Ideal for readers who: Need a clearer understanding of the modern Middle East. Follow history, conflict and lived experience through expert reporting. Are looking for regional politics, war and frontline perspectives in context. Value serious non-fiction that explains complexity without oversimplifying.

by Matt Haig

€16.99

When your life flashes before your eyes, where would you stop? No one can change the past, but the Midnight Train can take you there. The chance to re-live the moments that meant most. To see what kind of person you really were. For Wilbur his best days were with Maggie, the love of his life. On his honeymoon in Venice. Before he gave it all away. He wishes he could go back and live differently. But to do so risks everything... A magical, time-travelling love story, from the world of The Midnight Library. Ideal for readers who: Gravitate toward time-travel stories where regret matters more than spectacle. Need a love story that revisits Venice, memory and the cost of second chances. Gravitate toward speculative fiction with a tender emotional question at its centre. Have ever wondered which moment they would return to if time briefly opened.

by Kathleen MacMahon

€12.99

A brilliantly observed, funny, poignant and utterly real portrait of a mid-life woman and her family. I loved it.' Claire Fuller 'An elegant and beautifully-observed novel by one of our finest contemporary writers' Louise Kennedy 'I found myself taking screenshots to send to friends because MacMahon nails it over and over again' Claire Kilroy --- 'Marriage was the biggest decision of their lives and yet they made it so lightly it was barely a decision at all' As schoolgirls, Justine and her best friend Iseult dreamed of a future that revolved around marriage. They saw it as a happy ending, never imagining for a moment that the reality would be more complicated. Coming up to fifty, they're still best friends. Justine has been married to Iseult's brother for twenty-five years and lives in her childhood home. Iseult has spent her adult life abroad, her marriage clearly unhappy for reasons she won't discuss. When Justine's daughter suddenly announces her engagement, Justine is thrown into planning a big family wedding. Afraid that her daughter is making a mistake, she finds herself questioning the choices she and Iseult made decades earlier. This crisis of confidence tests Justine in new and unexpected ways. From the Women's Prize longlisted author of Nothing But Blue Sky and The Home Scar, Other People's Lives is a captivating story about the decisions we make in a heartbeat, and their lifelong consequences. --- 'A book to inhale' Belinda McKeon 'Warm-hearted and relatable, perfectly captures the messiness of modern family life' Aingeala Flannery 'MacMahon is an astute chronicler of modern life' David Park 'A tender-hearted portrait of modern life, told with MacMahon's trademark wit and warmth. I flew through it' Louise Nealon 'Beautiful' Hilary Fannin 'Incisive, witty and tender, there's not a woman in the country who won't relate to this fine and thought-provoking novel.' Christine Dwyer Hickey 'Thoughtful and provocative, a beautifully narrated story of friendship and marriage' Anna Fitzgerald 'Simply exquisite. MacMahon is one of Ireland's finest writers.' Anne Griffin 'Perceptive, tender, astute, beguiling' Martina Devlin 'I really and truly loved this tender, deeply satisfying novel' Orla Mackey 'So beautifully observed, so penetrating, so coolly aware of the texture of people's lives.' Neil Hegarty 'This wise, truthful novel explores brilliantly all the complexity of women's lives' Anne Tiernan 'Thought-provoking and utterly absorbing' Sinéad Crowley Ideal for readers who: Prize beautifully observed fiction about marriage, friendship and midlife uncertainty. Reach for domestic comedy when the awkward details feel painfully exact. Gravitate toward contemporary Irish novels that are elegant, funny and quietly devastating. Notice the unspoken tensions around family rituals, weddings and old choices.

by Stephen King

€10.00

From master storyteller Stephen King comes a thrilling new novel with intertwining storylines - one about a killer on a diabolical revenge mission, and another about a vigilante targeting a feminist celebrity speaker - featuring the beloved Holly Gibney and a dynamic new cast of characters. After the Buckeye City Police Department receives a disturbing letter from a person who is threatening to kill 'thirteen innocents and one guilty' in an act of retribution, Detective Izzy Jaynes turns to her friend Holly Gibney of the Finders Keepers Agency for help. Meanwhile, outspoken activist Kate McKay is embarking on a lecture tour. But someone has started disrupting her events, and Holly is hired to be Kate's bodyguard. In a feat of storytelling only Stephen King could pull off, these twinned narratives converge in a chilling and spectacular conclusion.

by Dawn French

€13.99

Etta is sixty-eight years old. Happy, healthy and an active participant in her world, she’s gathered her family together for an unforgettable weekend. Tick. At 5am that Saturday morning, Etta wakes her daughter, her granddaughter, her son and her daughter-in-law up to lead everyone down to the beach. To ‘Etta’s Hollow’, where a roaring fire has already been lit. Drowsy but delighted – the sun is just starting to rise for a glorious dawn – Etta’s family bask in the beauty of the moment. A memory to be cherished forever. Tick. Until twenty minutes later, when Etta announces to her assembled beloveds something as shocking as it is alarming. ‘I have brought you all down to the beach this morning to tell you something important. You see, the thing is, today is my last day alive.’ Boom. Over the next twenty-four hours, Etta and her family are about to have the most surprising, affecting and life-affirming day of all their lives. Ideal for readers who: Respond to family novels built around one unforgettable, emotionally charged day. Hope for an older heroine whose choice gives the story its force and tenderness. Appreciate warmth and humour around conversations that are anything but easy. Appreciate life-affirming fiction with mortality, honesty and love close to the surface.

by Ann Patchett

€14.99

FROM THE INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING, PRIZE-WINNING AUTHOR OF THE DUTCH HOUSE AND TOM LAKE 'One of the most beloved authors of her generation' SUNDAY TIMES When Daphne notices an older gentleman following her around the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, she doesn’t expect it to be Eddie – her former stepfather. Married to her mother for a short time when Daphne was nine, she hasn’t seen Eddie for many years; not since the fateful event that changed the direction of both their lives. Meeting again now, Daphne and Eddie feel that time has fallen away. Their earlier relationship was brief but had a profound impact on both of them. Together, they consider not only their past, but the joys of the present and their commitment to face the future together. A moving, luminous story about how family, memory and love endures, Whistler paints an intimate portrait of how the feeling of being known by one other person, even for a short period of time, can change everything. Ideal for readers who: Read Ann Patchett for quiet emotional intelligence and luminous family stories. Want a New York museum reunion that reopens a brief but formative stepfamily bond. Enjoy fiction about memory, being known and the relationships that alter a life. Appreciate graceful, intimate stories where small meetings carry lifelong weight.

by Michael Connelly

€16.99

Sworn to protect a scenic island meant to be far from the evils of the mainland, Detective Sergeant Stilwell can feel danger closing in. Detective Sergeant Stilwell knows that his posting on Catalina Island is no paradise, but to most residents, it seems blissfully separated-by twenty-two miles of ocean-from the troubles of Los Angeles County. But now a threat is coming to his safe haven. Acting on a tip from a confidential informant, Stilwell and his deputies watch a plane land in the middle of the night at the Airport in the Sky, a remote airstrip in the mountains. A duffel bag of drugs is dropped and the deputies move in, but things quickly go sideways. While Stilwell chases the fleeing pickup man into the mountainside brush, shots are fired on the runway and the plane flies off. An internal inquiry follows, putting Stilwell on the bench until he is cleared of responsibility for the disastrous operation. But he is determined to find out who brought deadly violence to his island, and begins his own secret investigation into the drug deal gone wrong. While under orders to remain in the sheriff's substation, he finds in the lost and found a valuable backpack that was never claimed. He traces it to a woman who disappeared while hiking on the island four years ago. But then why was the pack only turned in two months back? Now thoroughly intrigued, he follows the mystery all the way to the LAPD's Open-Unsolved Unit and Detective Renée Ballard. Stilwell and Ballard work the case from both sides of the channel, and soon realize they are on the trail of a criminal who revels in taunting the authorities. Meanwhile, frustrated at being shut out of an investigation on his own island, Stilwell risks his already shaky standing in the department to pursue a case whose reach is wider than he ever imagine. Ideal for readers who: Respond to police thrillers where paradise is only a thin cover over violence. Need Catalina Island’s isolation to tighten the drug-drop and cold-case pressure. Trust Michael Connelly for procedural detail, momentum and moral strain. Follow detectives pushed beyond the safe-haven myth.

by Amy Ewing

€9.49

'A charming and fun read that will have you pining for a summer on a misty Irish island' - Georgie Tilney, author of Beach Rivals A wildly romantic story on a wild island with the promise of hope, redemption and self-discovery at its core. Cordelia James was once a renowned street photographer with a massive social media following, gallery showings in Chelsea, and a lucrative book deal. But after the sudden death of her father, everything changed. Now, Cordelia can barely force herself to leave her apartment. That is, until she sees an ad for a summer gig at a cosy cottage on Ireland's picturesque Inishmore island ... Featuring a lovable band of quirky supporting characters, Worth a Shot is an emotionally gripping tale of love, passion, art, food, and finding your community-even if that community happens to be on a remote island thousands of miles from home.

by Marie Cassidy

€10.00

'Compelling' IRISH EXAMINER 'Dark and twisty' IRISH INDEPENDENT COLD CASES. HOT LEADS. AND A KILLER STILL WATCHING . . . STATE PATHOLOGIST TERRY O'BRIEN IS ABOUT TO TAKE ON HER TOUGHEST ROLE YET. Tasked with leading the Open Case Review Unit, her usual post-mortem work has been extended to cold-case investigation into unsolved suspicious deaths. And the past is catching up fast. When the body of a garda detective is found mutilated and dumped on gangland ground, a large-scale hunt for those responsible begins. But when Terry's autopsy exposes evidence the investigation would rather ignore, she finds herself pushing against powerful forces. Then a breakthrough in one of her cold cases hits closer to home. Can the identity of her sister Jenny's killer finally be uncovered? Digging deeper though means unearthing secrets someone is desperate to keep buried. Terry is running out of time - and the truth may cost her everything. 'Terry is a strong addition to the ranks of Irish crime fiction's sleuths' Irish Times Ideal for readers who: Are fans of gritty crime fiction, procedural thrillers, and forensic detective mysteries. Enjoy a high-stakes conflict where a state pathologist leading a cold-case unit uncovers corruption linked to a murdered detective and her own sister. Love dark, atmospheric thrillers set against the backdrop of modern Irish gangland crime and institutional politics. Want a fast-paced, tense, and twisty reading experience featuring a fierce and determined female sleuth.

by Ben Miller

€16.99

Adventure can be a deadly business. It began in the manner of all the very best adventures: in a coffee house. When one Richard Hannay-intrepid, inquisitive, and on the hunt for intrigue-encounters an old acquaintance in Constantinople, he has an inkling that something thrilling is afoot. Charged with an item of great mystery and import-a washbag, no less!-he soon finds himself in a very dangerous pursuit: from the luxurious confines of the Orient Express to the decks of the Titanic herself, all with the very fate of Europe in his care. Can he slip the net of Count Schwabing, whose long arm stretches from Berlin to the Bosphorus? And what of Madame Zara, the cabaret enchantress-does she play at affection, deception, or something far more deadly? In over his head, often a step-or thirty-nine-behind, but absolutely, resolutely determined to save the day, Hannay is about to embark on an escapade that will test his wits, his courage, and his ability to keep hold of a blasted washbag. Ideal for readers who: Miss old-school adventure with spies, trains, disguises and improbable escapes. Get pulled toward Constantinople, the Orient Express and the Titanic woven into a brisk chase. Enjoy heroes who are brave, baffled and several steps behind the danger. Have a soft spot for capers where a ridiculous object can still decide the fate of Europe.

by Gege Akutami

€9.49

To gain the power he needs to save his friend from a cursed spirit, Yuji Itadori swallows a piece of a demon, only to find himself caught in the midst of a horrific war of the supernatural! In a world where cursed spirits feed on unsuspecting humans, fragments of the legendary and feared demon Ryomen Sukuna have been lost and scattered about. Should any demon consume Sukuna's body parts, the power they gain could destroy the world as we know it. Fortunately, there exists a mysterious school of jujutsu sorcerers who exist to protect the precarious existence of the living from the supernatural! The final battle between Itadori and Sukuna reaches its climax! Itadori attacks the seam between Sukuna's soul and Fushiguro's in an attempt to separate them. Will his last-ditch effort bring an end to this stunning fight? Find out in this final volume of Jujutsu Kaisen! Ideal for readers who: Turn to Jujutsu Kaisen for high-stakes supernatural battles and emotional final confrontations. Follow cursed spirits, dangerous power and a climactic fight with real consequences. Appreciate manga that balances explosive action with loyalty, sacrifice and inner conflict. Value a concluding volume that brings Itadori and Sukuna’s battle to its peak.

by Doireann Ní Ghríofa

€14.99

From the author of A Ghost in the Throat , an unforgettable book - both history and ghost story - that will leave you gasping by its final page. In the city of Cork, a derelict Victorian mental hospital is being converted into modern apartments. One passerby has always flinched as she passes the place. Had her birth occurred in another decade, she too might have lived within those walls. Now, she notices a sign: FOR SALE. It is the first of many signs. Following them, she finds herself drawn into an irresistible river of forgotten voices, those of the women who knew this place best: insistent, vivid and true. They murmur from archives and old records; they whisper from stairwells and walls. Among them – and in one figure in particular -- she may find meaning, solace, rage; her own salvation, perhaps, or her own vanishing? A work of sublime intensity and tenderness, Said the Dead breaks the boundaries between worlds -- past and present, imagined and real -- to make something lasting and new: an experience full of danger, full of love and full of truth. Praise for Said the Dead : There’s magic in this one - a hauntingly beautiful and vivid and necessary book. Kevin Barry                         A haunting, visionary act of witness; this book will be read for decades to come. Anne Enright Said the Dead is one of those rare books where a reader encounters the writer and her characters at a dazzling and bewitching height, at a place where essence meets essence. A piercingly beautiful book that is wounding sometimes and consoling at others, the work, in the end, is life confirming: encompassed in the volume is the unparalleled expansiveness and depth of human minds and hearts. Yiyun Li Doireann ní Ghríofa goes to a place where the veil thins and the worlds meet, and crosses over, and returns, again and again, with living stories of the dead. You can feel the bravery of these acts of psychic trespass, and their sincerity makes for a mysterious and beautiful and thoroughly absorbing book, which continues to reverberate long after you finish it. Lucy Caldwell Doireann Ní Ghríofa is one of the finest writers of non-fiction I know. Said the Dead is an entrancing book -- lyrical and propulsive, it sounds out the echoes of history and finds voices and images that are moving and indelible. Reading this book is like being put under a spell Seán Hewitt Ideal for Readers Who… Loved A Ghost in the Throat — Said the Dead is Doireann Ní Ghríofa's return to the form-dissolving, time-traversing prose that made her debut unlike anything published before it. The same extraordinary attention is here, turned now towards Cork's Victorian asylum and the women the walls remember. Are drawn to Irish women's history that refuses to stay buried — this is a book about the women who were locked away, misdiagnosed, and forgotten. It recovers their voices from archives and casebooks and gives them back to us, vivid and insistent, across more than a century of silence. Want a ghost story that is also something else entirely — Said the Dead is haunted without being horror, historical without being academic, and personal without being memoir. If you find genre labels insufficient, this book was written for you. Read and loved Maggie O'Farrell, Carmen Maria Machado, or Hilary Mantel — readers who respond to prose that holds historical research and personal obsession in the same sentence, and who want their fiction to feel like an act of recovery, will find exactly that here. Have a connection to Cork — or to any place whose walls remember more than people say — the derelict Victorian asylum at the heart of this book is a real place, and Ní Ghríofa writes about it as someone who has walked past it and felt what many people feel: that certain buildings hold their histories differently, and that some of those histories are not finished yet. Believe that reading is its own form of haunting — the narrator of Said the Dead is a reader, pursuing forgotten women through archives and old records. As she reads their lives, we read hers. The experience of reading this book becomes part of its subject matter — which is either the most disorienting thing you can do to a reader, or the most generous.

by Marie Gleeson

€18.99

‘The one thing you can’t fully control in a ship is the water all around you, so part of your plan is always reading and analysing the currents and the tides. You have a clear image in your head of how you think the ship will perform in the prevailing conditions. But this time something isn't going the way we had planned it …’ As a farmer’s daughter in the country’s largest landlocked county, Marie Gleeson’s unusual career choice took her into uncharted waters. Working her way up from gruelling bootcamp training to leading a drug interdiction operation seizing €700 million of cocaine from a yacht off the Kerry coast, she was a leader among men and rose to every challenge. Developing a love of the sea, Marie learned that to be at one with it required agility, and a willingness to change, to go with the wind – not against it. These lessons prepared her for operating without a life raft when her personal life threw her the greatest challenge of all. Be Like the Sea is the inspiring story of what happens when we overcome our own self-imposed physical, mental and emotional limitations, and a blueprint for charting our own unique path in life. Ideal for readers who: Reach for inspiring memoirs centred on authentic leadership, public service and high-stakes resilience. Value true, powerful stories of women breaking new ground in traditionally demanding careers. Seek fascinating details about the Irish Navy, command pressure and the realities of life at sea. Appreciate practical, deeply reflective writing about adapting and finding strength through personal crisis.

by Darragh McGee

€13.99

'Meticulous and devastating... Read this book to learn the truth about the game you love' Oliver Bullough, author of Moneyland A cheeky flutter. All part of the game. Get closer to the action. A friendly, familiar voice, inviting you to join the real fans and get involved. What harm could it do… It has never been easier to stake a bet. Wall to wall adverts have hijacked every sporting event - the mobile slot machine in your pocket all you need to enter an immersive world in which gambling is faceless and frictionless, available 24/7, on almost any aspect of any sport. Since its origins as a provincial cottage industry almost twenty-five years ago, online gambling has become a globe-straddling behemoth worth more than £10 billion a year. It can sometimes feel as if the point of sport is to bet on it. How did we get here? How did a new wave of gambling brands hijack sport on a global scale? In Imitation Games, Darragh McGee travels the world to tell the incredible story of the digital brands who unleashed this new world of gambling onto a new generation of fans (and got very rich doing so). At the same time, he traces the harm and human cost that gambling leaves behind, and shows how we can create a different future for sport and society. Because when the fun stops, it stops hard. 'At last we have a book that explains how we let this happen, what the real costs of the industry are, and what sport might do about it' David Goldblatt, author of The Game of our Lives 'McGee takes readers on a gripping journey' Natasha Schüll, author of Addiction by Design Ideal for readers who… want an investigative look at how gambling brands became woven into modern sport and fandom. follow football, racing, or major leagues and question the rise of wall-to-wall betting ads. read public health and society books that connect big business growth with real-world harm. are interested in sport’s commercial ecosystem, from sponsorship to digital products and platforms. prefer non-fiction that moves beyond diagnosis and argues for practical changes and safeguards.

by Dara Waldron

€12.99

The New York Times bestseller After the sudden death of his father, Dara Waldron became disoriented in a world that had once filled him with wonder. A year later, he meets an abandoned border collie called Oscar hiding on a derelict farm in County Clare. When Dara brings him home, he believes he's committing an act of rescue. Oscar's submissive behaviour hints at a difficult upbringing and, determined to earn his trust, Dara cares for him, walks with him and learns all he can about one of Ireland's most beloved working breeds. As their unexpected companionship brings comfort to their troubled lives, Dara realises that Oscar might be the one doing the rescuing. Set against the beauty of rural Ireland, A Sheepdog Named Oscar is a moving memoir about grief, healing and the incredible bond between humans and dogs. Beautifully written and rich with Waldron's experience, Dara blends nature writing with a deeply personal story of recovery, revealing how small acts of loyalty can lead us back from darkness into life. 'This book will do great good, and bring light to many lives' Donal Ryan, author of The Spinning HeartDara Waldron, New York Times bestseller, September 2025 Ideal for readers who: Find comfort in memoirs where grief softens through animal companionship. Are moved by the bond between Dara Waldron and an abandoned sheepdog. Care about Irish landscapes, working dogs and emotional recovery. Appreciate gentle non-fiction where tenderness and trust slowly rebuild.

by Matt Cooper

€10.00

SHORTLISTED FOR THE IRISH BOOK AWARDS 2025 The real story behind Dunnes Stores, the most quintessentially Irish shop of all, and the family drama behind it This is the story of the extraordinary family behind one of Ireland's most famous businesses, Dunnes Stores, over three generations and covering nearly 80 years of retailing but going back as far as the 19th century. With drama worthy of the popular TV drama Succession, a real-life Irish family drama shows the children of a dominant founder argue as to who should run the supermarket empire after his death and take the money from it, and how they dealt or not, with addictions and ill health, including alcoholism. This is the story of excess, success and failure. Ideal for readers who: See Irish business through the lens of family drama. Unpack succession, legacy and private power behind a public brand. Know Dunnes Stores as part of modern Irish retail history. Expect non-fiction that feels revealing, pacy and culturally sharp.

by Martin Sixsmith

€12.99

Vladimir Putin came to power by destroying the Russian oligarchs, the entrepreneurs who grew rich during Russia’s chaotic transition from communism and exercised unseemly influence over the government of Boris Yeltsin. Putin confiscated their companies and used the profits to build the Kremlin’s war chest for the invasion of Ukraine. He and his cronies siphoned off billions for themselves. Drawing on exclusive interviews and explosive new material, in Suing the Kremlin Martin Sixsmith tells the astonishing story of what happened to the men Putin dispossessed. Some were sent to labour camps, forced into exile or murdered. Some attempted to fight back, but with no success. Yet for the past twenty years, a small, determined team of legal experts based in London has been pursuing Putin and his rogue state through courts across the globe. Acting on behalf of Group Menatep – the holding company founded by Mikhail Khodorkovsky, once Russia’s wealthiest oligarch – they have set out to reclaim this vast stolen fortune and to prove that even the most powerful men in the world are not beyond the reach of international law. Ideal for readers who… want political non-fiction on Putin, oligarch power, and how fortunes are built and protected. enjoy investigative reportage driven by interviews, new material, and real-world legal stakes. are interested in Russia, corruption, and the money networks behind modern geopolitics. like courtroom and accountability narratives that follow long, complex fights across borders. read contemporary politics and current affairs, especially linked to the invasion of Ukraine.

by Douglas Stuart

€15.99

The stunning new novel from the Booker Prize-winning, Sunday Times-bestselling author of Shuggie Bain and Young Mungo. Out of money and with little to show for his art school education, John-Calum Macleod takes the ferry home to the island of Harris to find that not much has changed except for him. In the windswept croft where he grew up, Cal resumes his old life, caught between the two poles of his childhood: his father John, a sheep farmer, weaver, and pillar of their local Presbyterian church, and his Glaswegian grandmother Ella, who has kept a faltering peace with her son-in-law for decades. While Cal wonders if any lonely men might be found on the barren hillsides of home, John is dismayed by his son's long hair and how he seems unwilling to be Saved. As the seasons pass, everything is poised to change as the threads holding together the fragile community become increasingly entangled. John of John is the heartbreaking story of a young man's return home and how the bonds of family life are torn by the weight of expectation. It confirms Douglas Stuart as one of the great British writers at work today. Ideal for readers who: Follow Douglas Stuart for tender, exact writing about class, family and longing. Like literary fiction rooted in place, memory and the pull of home. Want a character study shaped by art, faith, masculinity and island life. Appreciate slow-burn emotional tension between generations who cannot quite understand each other.

by Claire Daverley

€16.99

Countless readers fell in love with Talking at Night. 'Tender and compelling' ALICE WINN, AUTHOR OF IN MEMORIAM 'Pure heartache, pure poetry. I couldn't wait to see what would happen, even though I never wanted it to end' CATHERINE NEWMAN, AUTHOR OF SANDWICH 'Full of warmth and the everyday intimacies that make a life' FLORENCE KNAPP, AUTHOR OF THE NAMES 'Beautiful, brimming over with heart and heartbreak' BOBBY PALMER 'I adored this gorgeous, grown-up love story' DAISY BUCHANAN 'Claire Daverley - queen of tugging at heart strings - has done it again.' ROXY DUNN A GOOD HOUSEKEEPING MOST ANTICIPATED NOVEL OF 2026 One bright blue day, on a bench by the river, Nora's partner Robin proposes. It is unexpected; they'd always agreed that they didn't need a wedding. But after a decade of in-jokes, dancing in the low-lit kitchen and sharing morning toast in bed, Nora says yes. Why wouldn't she? The answer lands on the night of their engagement party, when Bren turns up on her doorstep. Growing up, Bren and Nora were the sort of best friends who everyone swore would end up together. But when a sudden heartbreak turned their lives upside down, Bren left, Nora stayed, and the silent longing between them remained unspoken. Now, he's back, and their tentative yet undeniable spark reignites, forcing Nora to ask herself: How can you know your heart, if it feels like it's split in two? Tender and compelling, People in Love is a story about what-ifs and maybes, and the moments of misunderstanding that can shape our lives. It's a book about living one life while musing on another, exploring how our choices shape our relationships and inform our regrets, and revealing, in the end, that the real love story is not always the one you'd expect. PRAISE FOR TALKING AT NIGHT 'I was rapt' ANN NAPOLITANO 'A perfect thing' CHRIS Whitaker 'So gorgeously harrowing and romantic' CATHERINE NEWMAN 'Tender and true, this is a stunning debut that reminded me of Sally Rooney' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING 'A classic love story in every sense, and yet in Claire Daverley's hands, it felt entirely new' MARY BETH KEANE 'A beautifully observed, tender love story' JOJO MOYES 'A passionate, page-turning debut' DAILY MAIL Ideal for readers who: Respond to tender fiction about timing, regret and longing. Are drawn to the lingering question of what might have been. Gravitate towards intimate relationship portraits and second-chance feeling. Prefer restraint, heartache and quiet emotional depth.

by Niamh Campbell

€16.99

'DELIVERS NEW PLEASURES ON EVERY PAGE' ANNE ENRIGHT 'STYLISH, SHARP AND FIERCELY INTELLIGENT' LUCY CALDWELL 'A GLOWING, MOVING, DARING BOOK' SEÁN HEWITT It begins on an orange afternoon, cool but ruminant, close to Halloween. Sunny, only four years old, looks up from the tub of toys in the living room and asks, 'Mama, do you remember when I died?' Over the strange, strained year that follows, Sunny will refer repeatedly to her previous lives - and how they ended. Her parents Lena and Odhran, who tumbled into family life after an accidental pregnancy and a hasty registry office wedding, are left desperate for answers. Is their child suffering from disassociation, a psychological disorder or something more? Has she absorbed their own haunted histories - Lena's experience as an indie musician in the era of sleaze, or the shady legacy of madness in Odhran's family? Can we ever really protect our children? What if we can't? From the multi-award-winning author of This Happy and We Were Young, comes a shimmering, propulsive novel about maternal concern, childhood imagination, past lives and present loves. 'DEEPLY WISE, DEEPLY HUMANE' KIERAN GODDARD 'A LUMINOUS PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG FAMILY UNDER PRESSURE' MICHELLE GALLEN 'FULL OF CURIOUS IDEAS AND MELANCHOLIC BEAUTY' SARA BAUME 'SIMPLY EXQUISITE' ANNE GRIFFIN Ideal for readers who: Prefer literary fiction where domestic unease becomes quietly uncanny. Follow a child’s claims of past lives and family unease. Return to Irish childhood memories that refuse to settle neatly. Choose novels where strangeness reveals emotional pressure underneath.

by Dervla McTiernan

€12.49

From the internationally bestselling author of THE MURDER RULE comes a new compelling story of gripping suspense – pre-order now! Three gifts. Three packages arrive at three very different homes: a respected psychologist’s house, a socialite’s mansion, and a single father’s run-down apartment. The contents will tear apart the lives of their victims. One deadly game of revenge. This quickly becomes the most complex case of DS Judith Lee’s career. She’s convinced the gifts connect to a young woman who reported an assault then disappeared overnight…but how? Not everyone will survive. As Judith races to uncover the truth, she realises she's no longer just investigating – she's being forced to play a very dangerous game. A game where only the winners will survive. Ideal for readers who: Enjoy revenge thrillers where each clue feels personal and deliberately cruel. Like police investigations with multiple victims, buried trauma and rising urgency. Want a case that forces DS Judith Lee to question every connection. Prefer suspense that keeps family lives, public reputations and violence tightly linked.

by Rosie Walsh

€12.99

'This love story is part thriller, part tearjerker - you'll never see the twists coming' - Beth O'Leary, author of The Flatshare 'A heart-wrenching love story and a mystery that shocks and surprises until the very end' - Clare Leslie Hall, author of Broken Country HE PROMISED HER A LIFETIME. HE GAVE HER FOUR HOURS. Twelve years ago, Carrie said ""I do"" on a sun-drenched beach in Thailand. Four hours later, her world shattered when her husband, Johan, was snatched away in a violent abduction. He was never seen again. Today, Carrie is a working mum, navigating the beautiful chaos of raising premature twins and rebuilding her life with a man who truly loves her. She has finally found peace. The past is a closed book. Until she sees his face on a computer screen. Johan is alive. He has a new life. And he never tried to find her. Driven by a desperate need for answers, Carrie risks the stability of her marriage and the safety of her family to uncover the truth of what happened that day in Thailand. But as she peels back the layers of Johan's double life, she is forced to face a devastating question: Is the truth worth the destruction of her second chance at happiness? A love story with the pulse of a thriller, The One Day You Were My Husband is a ""gasp-inducing"" journey through secrets, motherhood, and the high cost of a first love that refuses to stay buried. ALL first edition hardback copies feature beautiful sprayed edges - available while stock lasts Ideal for readers who: Read love stories with mystery, grief and impossible returns. Are drawn to a vanished-husband mystery that reshapes everything. Move between Thailand memories, old promises and present-day questions. Prefer emotional stories with twists and romantic tension.

by David Keohan

€17.99

‘Fascinating, strange, groundbreaking research in an area that intersects folklore, history, mythology and strength training’ THE BLINDBOY PODCAST A compelling and heartwarming journey across Ireland to revive the lost tradition of stone lifting. When world kettlebell lifting champion David Keohan heard about old tales of stone lifting, he was captivated. So he set off on a quest to see if he could rediscover any of these famous stones, and whether he could match the feats of the heroes of the past by lifting them to allow the wind beneath the stone once more. Helped by a 1930s archive in which schoolchildren shared their local folklore, Keohan began to travel the country in search of the stones. They were often to be found hidden away in quiet villages or cemeteries, their purpose almost forgotten. But, as he journeyed round Ireland, he met those who recalled the stories of the stones, and the legends attached to them. Soon, others were joining him as he took on the challenge of lifting these pieces of history, the heaviest of which weighed well over 200 kilograms. As Keohan’s efforts gathered more and more attention, he came to realise that this was more than a personal challenge. Stone lifting had become a way for Irish people to reclaim their lost heritage and to come together to celebrate what made their homeland special. The Wind Beneath the Stone is an inspirational story of hope, togetherness and community, revealing how a simple challenge can take on a life of its own.

by Séamas O'Reilly

€14.99

A comedy about tragedy. Séamas O'Reilly has written a brutal, profound, and very funny novel' NINA STIBBE 'Sparkling with heartache and wit. I'm in love with every character in this novel' CAROLINE O'DONOGHUE 'Prestige Drama is bristlingly funny, richly humane... Séamas O'Reilly is a writer with a rare and vital comic gift' MARK O'CONNELL Derry is already abuzz with news that famous American actor, Monica Logue, has flown to the city and will be starring in a new series set during the Troubles. And then she goes missing... All eyes are on Diarmuid, the flaky scriptwriter who was the last to see Monica alive. From budding young actors hoping for a role to grieving parent whose story forms the backbone of the narrative; newspaper editors covering the mystery to taxi drivers hearing all the news from their clients, Prestige Drama follows the city's cast as they all try to locate themselves in Monica's disappearance. Séamas O'Reilly's debut novel is a comedy about dramatising tragedy, and the responsibilities of a teller to a tale. It brings to life the voices of a city, the people, families and communities who find themselves obsessed with, and terrified of, interrogating their past. 'Séamas is one of my favourite living writers. Honestly - there is nobody else who could write a book like this about tragedy, loss and who gets to tell a story, with such deft and moving wit' EVA WISEMAN 'Prestige Drama is a hilarious and profound novel. Seamas O'Reilly has an acute ear for the rhythms of real speech, and for the lies we tell ourselves' ED CAESAR Ideal for readers who: Respond to novels where grief, absurdity and public storytelling collide with real bite. Expect Derry’s voice, humour and history to feel specific rather than decorative. Enjoy ensemble casts where every character has a reason to be watching the mystery. Appreciate comedy that lands cleanly while leaving something tender behind.

by Jamison R. Firestone

€13.99

An American lawyer's brilliant, propulsive story of witnessing and playing a part in the transformation of Russia under Yeltsin and Putin. A true tale of fascinating personalities, criminal intrigue, harrowing situations, audacious actions and international politics that combines Bill Browder's Red Notice with Michael Lewis's Liar's Poker. Raised by his father, a multimillionaire conman and crack addict who owned Manhattan's most expensive brothel, twenty-four-year-old Jamison R. Firestone decided to change the channel. He graduated from law school in 1991 and sought his fortune in Gorbachev's USSR, establishing Russia's first independent foreign law firm. Out of the frying pan and into the fire, Jamison lived in the maelstrom that was Russia, defending himself and his clients from mafia attacks, dealing with corrupt police officers, having his law office raided by armed commandos, and once having to bug the offices of the Russian police. Jamison was at the centre of some of Russia's most important events. He employed Sergei Magnitsky who was murdered for uncovering the largest tax theft in Russian history and teamed up with Bill Browder and Alexei Navalny to expose his killers. Along the way he inadvertently taught Navalny to make videos exposing corruption and started a war with the Russian government over passage of the Magnitsky Acts which threatened to sanction Russia's most powerful people. A real-life story that reads like a spy novel, Rule of Lies goes deep inside contemporary Russia and events that have reshaped the globe. Darkly comic, sometimes horrifying and deeply moving, it is a chilling warning of what can happen when a nascent democracy succumbs to one man's corrupt iron rule, becoming not only an authoritarian nation but a profoundly criminal one-a true mafia state. Ideal for readers who: Read explosive real-life accounts of geopolitical corruption delivered with the breakneck pace of a political thriller. Respond to complex legal battles, high-stakes whistleblowing and dangerous moral choices in hostile territories. Are deeply interested in contemporary Russian history, Putin-era oligarchies and modern international intrigue. Seek non-fiction narratives that manage to feel incredibly urgent, intensely personal and profoundly unsettling.

by Ana Kinsella

€15.99

You could probably run cities on the energy generated between directors like him and actresses like her. When Frida Slattery and John Reddan meet in a Dublin pub in 2006, neither can imagine how they will come to shape and define each other’s lives? Frida is struggling to launch her acting career, while John is already gaining a name for himself as a director. From the first they see in each other potential and the chance to create work that matters, though the lines between collaboration and exploitation, friendship and desire will prove dangerously slippery. With the financial crisis looming, the next 15 years takes them from Dublin to London, New York and LA, and through success and disappointment, joy and heartbreak. Their connection is tested and stretched to the point of rupture, but something remains that outlasts their work and the shifting perceptions of the period. FRIDA SLATTERY AS HERSELF is an epic and unforgettable story of love, ambition and two people coming of age, together and apart.

by Miriam Mulcahy

€15.99

When she first set foot on the Beara Breifne Way, Miriam Mulcahy expected a long distance hike that would take her across some of the most beautiful scenery in Ireland. What she found instead was a living tapestry past and present: ancient landscapes where myth and memory linger; pilgrim routes and rebel roads; quiet villages, wild coastlines, hidden valleys, and the ghostly thread that ties them all together. Following in the footsteps of Domhnall Cam O'Sullivan Beare's fateful march in 1603, she begins her journey uncertain - of the path, of herself, of what she hopes to find. But as the miles unfurl, something shifts, and she begins to carve a line of connection in time. This is an extraordinary story of landscape and legacy, of attention and endurance, of losing sight of yourself and finding something far better: renewal. Lyrical, reflective and quietly radical, it captures what happens when you give yourself over fully to a journey - and how, in doing so, you return changed. Ideal for readers who: Enjoy reflective travel writing rooted in Irish paths, villages and wild landscapes. Want a walking memoir that connects personal renewal with older history and myth. Like books about pilgrimage, endurance and paying close attention to place. Appreciate lyrical non-fiction that moves at the pace of the road.

by Andrea Mara

€14.99

‘The thing is, we always believe the best of our own kids. What mother thinks her own daughter will do something terrible? But every bad deed is carried out by a person who was once someone’s child.’ Get ready for your new obsession – it will make you question everything. Pre-order the gripping new thriller from the No.1 Sunday Times bestseller Andrea Mara. Everyone has secrets. Even your daughter… The morning after a glamorous, luxury wedding, you and your best friend go to wake your twenty-four-year-old daughters. You open the door to their shared room in the pool-house and find a lamp smashed on the floor, a blood stain on the carpet, a ringing phone – and both girls are nowhere to be seen. The police come and you discover something shocking. Something inexplicable. Is one of your daughters trying to kill the other? And that’s when you and your best friend begin to unravel what's really going on between the girls. You need to work together to find your daughters, testing your friendship to its limits. And you can’t help but wonder: which girl is the killer and which is the victim? Ideal for readers who: Want a domestic thriller that begins with missing daughters after a luxury wedding. Enjoy parent-nightmare plots where friendship, fear and suspicion collide. Like twisty Irish suspense built around the question of victim versus killer. Appreciate thrillers that make family loyalty feel unstable from page one.

by Michelle McDonagh

€16.99

Hazel McNamara is on the phone with her husband Darragh when she hears the screech of tyres. He screams her name - then, silence. The jeep he was driving is soon found, overturned in a field off the motorway, but Darragh has vanished. As days pass and the Gardaí investigate, Hazel's carefully built life starts to crumble. She soon discovers that her charismatic property developer husband has been keeping secrets - personal and financial - that could put her family's safety and future at risk. But where is he? Is something sinister afoot, after he got into bed with the wrong people? And what is the connection to an abandoned mental asylum in a small town in County Galway? The answer, when she eventually gets it, will shock Hazel beyond belief. Taut, unsettling, rich with suspense, If These Walls Could Talk is a gripping West of Ireland thriller about deception, obsession and the haunting truths we hide - even from those closest to us. Ideal for readers who: Favour Irish thrillers about vanished husbands and lives built on secrets. Follow Garda investigations, property-developer danger and family safety under threat. Are intrigued by abandoned asylum settings and buried local history. Return for suspense where identity matters as much as disappearance.

by Liam O'Connor

€17.99

Every family has a story … for Liam O’Connor that story goes back to his great-grandparents, William and Norry Kennedy. Using the threads of his family’s past to weave a tapestry that is at once personal yet somehow universal, this family memoir gives the reader an eye-witness perspective on the tumultuous lives of the landless, labouring class of nineteenth-century Ireland. Tales of William’s youthful adventures with the Royal navy and serving in HM Coastguard are contrasted with Norry’s early years of domestic servitude, as their lives through these years were set against the backdrop of Britain’s near-global empire and the Big Houses of local landlords, of wars abroad and social turmoil at home, before giving way post-marriage to the priority of surviving and raising a family no matter the circumstances. Beautifully crafted with fact and fiction both playing their role, The Sailor and the Seamstress is a tender tale of joy and sorrow, life and loss and a courage and strength that endures no matter what

by Dani Francis

€13.49

Discover the heart-pounding new dystopian romance and sequel to the sizzling Sunday Times bestseller, Silver Elite, available to pre-order now! 'The adult dystopian romance I've been wanting to read for the longest time' Ali Hazelwood, bestselling author of Bride LINES WILL BE CROSSED. After blowing her cover as a double agent within Silver Elite and fleeing the Prime-controlled capital, Wren Darlington is finally safe behind allied lines. As her lover and former commander Cross Redden works to disrupt the Primes from inside their ranks, Wren turns her focus toward assisting the Uprising in overthrowing their rule once and for all. LOYALTIES WILL BE TESTED. But though she's back among her own people, trust is hard-won and hidden agendas abound on the Mod base. And beyond those walls, Wren can't help but worry that Cross is keeping secrets of his own... secrets that could jeopardise everything. Complicating matters even further is her shocking reunion with hotshot fighter pilot and undercover operative, Grayson Blake. Once her closest friend in Silver Elite, Gray seems to understand Wren on a level she never thought possible. AND THE FIGHT FOR THE FUTURE OF THE CONTINENT IS ONLY JUST BEGINNING. With the war between Mods and Primes growing more brutal by the day, and with her own role in the conflict becoming more essential than ever, Wren must confront some gut-wrenching questions. WHO IS SHE FIGHTING FOR... AND WHO IS SHE WILLING TO LOSE? PRE-ORDER YOUR EXCLUSIVE FIRST EDITION HARDBACK NOW WITH RED SPRAYED EDGES & GOLD FOIL PRINTING UNDER THE DUSTJACKET - AVAILABLE ONLY WHILE STOCKS LAST Readers are OBSESSED with the Silver Elite series: 'Thoroughly addictive--I couldn't turn the pages fast enough.' L. K. Steven, bestselling author of Silvercloak 'I didn't realize how much I missed dystopian fantasy until I devoured this book!' Olivia Wildenstein, bestselling author of House of Beating Wings 'Tension-filled and angsty…dystopian romance at its best! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'It's giving all the best parts of *The Hunger Games*, *Divergent*, and *Fourth Wing*…but better!!!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'The banter throughout the book was perfection' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'All the characters hold a special place in my heart now, the romance, the spice, THE PLOT!!!!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'The electric chemistry, gripping tension, and sizzling heat bring to life a delicious slow-burn romance' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Ideal for readers who: Reach for dystopian romance with double agents, divided loyalties and rebellion heat. Need Wren caught between Cross, Gray and a war that refuses simple answers. Pick up slow-burn chemistry wrapped in missions, secrets and political danger. Continue Silver Elite for angsty stakes and special-edition appeal.

by Veronica Roth

€15.99

From Veronica Roth, the legendary author of the Divergent series, Seek the Traitor's Son is a dazzling, epic tale of war, fate and devastating love. The daughter of a bounty hunter. The knight sworn to protect her. And the prophecy that destroys their lives... Elegy Ahn did not ask for destiny to find her. She's a soldier defending her small country against a powerful enemy: the Talusar, who worship a Fever that brings death to everyone it touches... except those it resurrects, forever changed. Rava Vidar is a Talusar general with a reputation for cruelty and triumph in equal measure. And when Elegy and Rava first meet, it's to hear a prophecy that could apply to either of them. It declares that either could carry their people to victory. But they won't know who will triumph - not until it's too late to change anything. And at the center of both of their fates is a man. A man who, Elegy is told, will bring her death. A man she'll fall in love with. In one day, Elegy's old life is over. With the fate of nations hanging in the balance, she and Rava are destined to collide. And when they do, only one will be left standing. Elegy intends to make sure it's her. An extraordinary epic begins. Praise for Seek the Traitor's Son: 'Her most compelling work to date... Veronica Roth knows exactly how to break your heart' - Olivie Blake, New York Times bestselling author of The Atlas Six 'A story of treachery and enduring love, Seek the Traitor's Son is epic in its stakes and intimate in its romance, but most of all I loved its core of deep compassion' - Everina Maxwell, author of Winter's Orbit 'Veronica Roth reaches for epic, and grabs it beautifully' - John Scalzi, New York Times bestselling author of Starter Villain 'Veronica Roth has created yet another immersive world full of high stakes and fast-moving action where prophecy and destiny collide' - Anton Hur, author of Toward Eternity Ideal for readers who: Enter an epic fantasy where prophecy, war and forbidden love are bound together. Follow soldiers and rival powers pushed toward choices that cannot stay private. Recognise Veronica Roth’s mix of sweeping stakes, romance and intimate heartbreak. Choose fantasy that feels grand in scale but personal in every consequence.

by Matt Dinniman

€22.99

CARL IS PLANNING SOMETHING DANGEROUS, BUT AT WHAT COST? The eighth explosive installment in Matt Dinniman's best selling LitRPG series, and it's off to the races... - '[A] comically cosmic adventure series…often laugh-out-loud funny…Grind your way to dungeon mastery alongside Carl and Princess Donut' The Wall Street Journal 'If there's a better LitRPG than Dungeon Crawler Carl, I haven't read it' Shirtaloon, author of He Who Fights Monsters - As chaos and mass panic spread outside the dungeon in the wake of Faction Wars, Carl and Donut find themselves on the tenth floor, where they're forced to compete in a surprisingly normal set of tasks. Well, normal for the dungeon. Races. Get from point A to point B, and don't come in last. After each race, they pick an upgrade for their vehicle and the track gets more challenging. It all seems a a little too simple. Ignore those strange glitches that are occurring with increasing frequency. Don't listen to those whispers about what's happening on the mysterious eleventh floor, something the system AI calls A Parade of Horribles. Nobody, not even the showrunners, knows what that means. Just that the AI has ominously dubbed it "a coming-out party for the ages." Everything is fine, Crawler. I repeat, everything is fine. Carl hates that it's business as usual. The rules of this floor have taken away his agency. That just will not do. So Carl is planning a party of his own. It's a plan so dangerous, so insane, he can't even consult his friends lest the AI put a stop to it. Because if it goes wrong, it's not just the end of Carl and Donut. No. The stakes are higher than they've ever been. Includes part eight of the exclusive bonus story "Backstage at the Pineapple Cabaret." - Praise for Dungeon Crawler Carl 'Fresh. Creative. Hilarious. I'm obsessed…Princess Donut is my queen' Actor, producer and New York Times bestselling author Felicia Day 'This series has no goddamn business burying so much depth and emotion and complexity under its bawdy, gory surface, but it does so anyway. What a wild-ass and unexpected delight' New York Times bestselling author Scott Lynch 'This is the book for anyone who ever wondered what it would be like to be a role player in a game with the best game master ever… or maybe anyone who has been outside at night-in their underwear-looking for their cat and wondering, 'What's the worst thing that could happen?'… Once you start, you won't put it down' Patricia Briggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Mercy Thompson series 'One of the most bananapants, funny, inventive books I have read in a while' Book Riot 'Dungeon Crawler Carl is just one big smile all the way through. Put on your best pair of boxer shorts and sit back for a truly fun and enjoyable read' New York Times bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson 'Dungeon Crawler Carl is the best start to a series I've read this year. I wish I'd tried it sooner' Will Wight, author of the Cradle series 'To describe the Dungeon Crawler Carl series, and the first book in particular, one must blend the darkest, grittiest science fiction with the humour of Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. It mixes fun, whimsical absurdity, and serious, dark themes with dire consequences…it is so spectacularly good that I cannot recommend it high enough' Grimdark Magazine 'Dinniman's Douglas-Adams-but-playing-D&D romp was so much fun that I immediately went out and got the next two books…genuinely joyful' LitHub.com Ideal for readers who: Follow LitRPG packed with races, upgrades, glitches and dungeon chaos. Need Carl and Princess Donut fighting rigged rules that make the absurdity matter. Value bonus-story extras because they are already deep in the series. Laugh at the madness while the world-building grows more unhinged.

by Sabina Brennan

€12.99

AN IRISH TIMES BESTSELLER 'What everybody needs to read... a deep and powerful understanding of what the person who has dementia is going through' - Davina McCall The essential toolkit to navigating dementia, supporting loved ones and caring for yourself Dementia is devastating. Almost a million people are currently living with the disease in the UK alone and this is set to triple by 2050. With family members often providing care, navigating treatment can be overwhelming. But there is life after diagnosis. Still Me reframes the job of caring for someone with dementia as a partnership. Both you and your loved one deserve respect, support and the latest research to help you on your journey. Top neuroscientist and bestselling author Dr Sabina Brennan combines her professional knowledge with her personal experience of caring for her mother with dementia. With a human-rights approach that validates everyone's experience and dignity, she offers: - A self-care plan for care partners to cope with demands and optimise the caregiving experience - Practical advice on how to manage challenging symptoms, stimulate cognitive function and encourage a brain-healthy lifestyle - Evidence-based therapies to improve both you and your relative's quality of life. Dementia can steal many things, but it doesn't have to take away the simple pleasures of life. Shifting the focus from the disease to the person, Still Me reminds you that your relative is still there and that you, as a care partner, are just as important.

by Elaine Feeney

€9.49

THE INSTANT IRISH TIMES BESTSELLER SHORTLISTED FOR THE IRISH BOOK AWARDS NOVEL OF THE YEAR WINNER OF AUTHOR OF THE YEAR AT THE IRISH BOOK AWARDS The deeply moving story of the O'Connor family, its troubled past in the West of Ireland, and a love story of second chances from the Booker-longlisted author of How to Build a Boat 'A haunting powerful page turner that will have you in its thrall' GABRIEL BYRNE 'One of Ireland's shining literary stars...an energetic and vivid voice' THE TIMES 'Full of humanity, a story for our times' MARY COSTELLO 'Iloved this book' LOUISE KENNEDY 'Superb' IRISH TIMES Claire O'Connor's life has been on hold since she broke up with Tom Morton and moved back home to the rugged West of Ireland to care for her dying father. She spends her days getting lost online, going to work and minding her own business. But Claire is thrown back into a love she thought she'd left behind when Tom unexpectedly moves nearby, stirring up haunting memories trapped within the walls of the old family house. As the secrets of the past are revealed, Claire must confront whether she can escape her history to make a future for herself. 'This book touched my soul' KATRIONA O'SULLIVAN 'I believe this is the best book of the year' Oliver Callan, RTE RADIO 'Hugely powerful' DAILY MAIL 'One of Irish literature's most gifted and persuasive storytellers' SIN éAD GLEESON 'Sizzling, electric... charged with humour and anger... I loved it' JENNY MUSTARD 'Clear-eyed and deep-hearted... packs an intellectual and emotional punch' CLAIRE-LOUISE BENNETT Ideal for readers who: Are drawn to contemporary Irish literary fiction exploring the complexities of romantic love, grief and returning home. Follow emotionally resilient women confronting difficult family secrets and unfinished personal histories. Want to feel the raw atmosphere of the West of Ireland through themes of homecoming and buried memory. Respond to deeply lyrical, humane novels that masterfully capture a specific sense of place and long-term longing.

by John Connolly

€16.99

The players call it the Game, and its aim is simple: to abduct and kill a stranger without getting caught. They're very good at it. They've been playing it for a long time. And they can keep playing so long as everyone stick to the rules: No Killing Close to Home and No Killing Outside the Game. But those rules have been broken. When the drowned body of a troubled teenager is recovered from a river in Maine's Kennebec Valley, and a young woman disappears from a small rural town, they draw the attention of the private investigator named Charlie Parker. Now Parker will be forced to confront a band of men without morality and without loyalty, not even to one another, in a place where the very darkness is alive. Because something has emerged from the shadows, something very bad. And it wants revenge. Ideal for readers who: Follow Charlie Parker and want another dark Maine investigation with a supernatural edge. Enjoy crime fiction built around ritualised murder, broken rules and moral rot. Like private investigators facing villains who feel almost mythic in their cruelty. Appreciate thrillers where darkness is both literal atmosphere and spiritual threat.

by Shane Ross

€16.99

Since it arrived on the airwaves in 1961, RTÉ has been buffeted in different directions, eventually slipping into a steady decline which accelerated over the past decade into a catastrophe. The 2023 revelations regarding secret payments to star presenter Ryan Tubridy weren't the first time Ireland's national broadcaster has found itself caught up in scandal. Shane Ross, author of #1 bestsellers The Bankers and Mary Lou McDonald , winds back the clock to examine RTÉ's history of broadcasting excellence alongside the accusations of corruption, waste and ineptitude it has faced along the way. With clarity and wit, Ross rakes over RTÉ's colourful past while also considering what the future might hold for this once beloved institution. Ideal for readers who… Follow Irish current affairs and want context on RTÉ’s recent public scandals. Are interested in media studies, broadcasting history and Irish public institutions. Read Shane Ross for sharp political and institutional non-fiction. Want a timely paperback on corruption, waste and accountability in public life. Are buying for readers of Irish politics, journalism and contemporary history.

by Edie May Hand

€14.99

In a remote valley in Idaho in 1981, a man, a woman and three children stop running to wash the blood from their hands and bodies. They are the few survivors of a terrible tragedy. Their only choice now is, somehow, to become a family. Five years earlier, Opal and her husband James arrive at a small mining community in the Silver Valley, drawn by promises of fortune and independence. There they meet Baron Rowe, the charismatic visionary who controls the community with an iron fist. Baron's son Denny has spent his life trying, and failing, to live up to Baron's expectations, and to protect his little sister Maude from their father's excesses. Soon, a tragic accident will change all their lives. And five years later, change will come again at the barrel of a madman's gun. Crossing the border into Canada, Opal, Denny, Maude, little Billy and the baby find refuge in a remote hunting cabin and in the generosity of the widowed Mrs Schweers. As these five become Ma, Da, Bunny, Bear and Baby, they must unlearn all they have known, tend to wounds old and new, and start afresh. Dirtpickers is a heart-swelling beauty of a debut novel of trauma and found family, from an incredible new literary talent. Written in exquisite lyrical passages, the novel moves between the four main characters, shuffling back and forth in time, to create a story that will live long in the reader's memory. Ideal for readers who: Read literary fiction for found family, trauma recovery and the slow work of trust. Come for the Idaho mining setting to shape the characters as much as the plot. Appreciate layered timelines and lyrical prose that ask for close attention. Feel moved by survival stories where home has to be invented from almost nothing.

by Eamon Sweeney

€12.99

'A BOOK THAT ENTERS THE GAA CANON' THE 42 'A MAGICAL-MYSTERY TOUR OF A GAA SEASON' IRISH INDEPENDENT 'A cracking read ... a championship season as redemption song.' MICHAEL CLIFFORD "All the tension of a tight knockout encounter ... one of the books of the year." MIKE McCORMACK Twenty‑one years on from his bestselling The Road to Croker, sportswriter Eamonn Sweeney set out to follow the All‑Ireland championships around the country once again. But there was one problem. To make the journey, he would have to confront a secret fear that had quietly shaped his life. On the pitch, The Last Ditch captures the drama of a hurling season for the ages and a football championship that tested even the most loyal supporters - a landscape of unlikely triumphs, renaissances, shocks, cliffhangers and heartbreak. Off the field, it becomes something deeper: one man's reckoning with middle age, masculinity and a crippling travel phobia that for two decades had dictated the span of his quiet, rural existence. As he moves through towns, terraces and conversations, Sweeney discovers not just the unifying spirit of the GAA, but the possibility of reclaiming a life he thought he'd lost. Both an unforgettable sporting odyssey and a profoundly human memoir, The Last Ditch is a testament to how in Ireland, when all else fails, the GAA brings us home again.

by Francesco Mattana

€16.99

There is no one better to take you on a journey to the beautiful island of Sardinia than Francesco, with his in-depth knowledge of the land, its food and traditions.' GENNARO CONTALDO There is such a beautiful feeling of home in this book. It's a pure love letter to Italian food filled to the brim with recipes I want to make but importantly I know I CAN make. I cannot wait to get this covered in sauce as I have it permanently open on my kitchen side.' EMILY ENGLISH Sardinia captures the true spirit of Mediterranean cooking. Here, you find a way of life filled with simple, fresh, seasonal ingredients, healthy fats and plenty of time spent cooking, eating and spending time with loved ones. Sardinia is, after all, one of only five designated 'blue zones' in the world - where people live longer than anywhere else. In Eat Like a Sardinian, chef Francesco Mattana invites you to discover the rich and varied food culture of the island, bringing together his experiences learning to cook from the women around him and years of teaching experience to create 90 delicious home-cooking recipes that everyone can master, with all the tips and tricks needed to get them right every time. Find the perfect small bite for your aperitivo hour, stock up your larder with preserves, perfect your pasta and bread-making skills, learn how to entertain the Sardinian way with impressive fish, meat and vegetable dishes and finish it all off with a traditional dolci. Who knew healthy living could be so sweet? Ideal for readers who: Love using practical cookbooks that are deeply rooted in a specific place, family heritage and regional tradition. Want to try approachable, foolproof recipes shaped entirely by authentic Sardinian culinary culture. Wish to bring fresh Mediterranean ingredients, blue-zone health habits and generous island hospitality into their own home. Turn to inspiring, warm cookbooks that successfully blend culinary instruction with an attractive lifestyle appeal.

by Hannah Murray

€13.99

From the actor known for Skins and Games of Thrones, a deeply intimate, shockingly honest memoir about acting, fame, mental illness and the struggle to leave a cult-like organisation whose belief in magic shattered Hannah's reality. 'Extraordinary, propulsive, immersive... like nothing I have ever read before' DOLLY ALDERTON 'A memoir of real literary power... fascinating and uniquely compelling' NAOISE DOLAN 'Intensely open-hearted and lyrical... a stunning achievement' SOPHIE MACKINTOSH In 2017, Hannah Murray was a successful actor whose career had taken her to Hollywood and given her the opportunity to act with A list stars and Oscar-winning directors. But as the daily costs of acting grew, from the degradations of auditions to repeating violent scenes over and over, Hannah found herself searching for something to make her feel better. One day, a reiki healer promises her a new kind of treatment, a kind of magic, and all of a sudden Hannah's life is changed. Back in London, she becomes increasingly involved with the organisation behind the magic, an organisation whose charismatic leader, promises of secret knowledge, and increasingly complex rituals, are seductive, cult-like - and ultimately destructive, as Hannah finds herself on a week-long course away from her friends and family - and her sanity falls apart. Detained in hospital, she struggles to understand the difference between what's real, and what's imagined. The result is a propulsive, shockingly honest, and extraordinarily intimate portrayal of a mind taken over the edge. From the outer edges of fame, through Hollywood film sets and London parties, Hannah's life has slowly moved from that of a successful starlet to that of a young woman seduced by the magical thinking of an organisation that promises health and happiness beyond her wildest dreams, but her reality becomes far more disturbing than she could ever have imagined. Shocking, intimate and compulsive, The Make-Believe is an ultimately uplifting and inspiring story of empathy, resilience and the power of belief. Ideal for readers who: Get pulled toward memoirs about fame, belief and the fragile line between help and harm. Come for acting, mental illness and cult-like control explored from the inside. Appreciate lyrical memoir that feels intimate rather than sensational. Look for recovery stories with empathy as well as shock.

by Oisin Murphy

€10.99

'A GRIPPING AND INCREDIBLY HONEST INSIGHT INTO OUR SPORT, FROM ONE OF RACING'S MOST EXCITING TALENTS' FRANKIE DETTORI 'AN ASTONISHINGLY HONEST ACCOUNT OF WHAT IT'S LIKE BEING A PROFESSIONAL JOCKEY.' DAILY TELEGRAPH THE THRILLING AND SEARINGLY HONEST MEMOIR FROM FIVE-TIME CHAMPION JOCKEY OISIN MURPHY. Born prematurely, weighing less than a bag of sugar, Oisin Murphy's life has always been one of struggle. From a young age he found communion with horses. Mesmerised by their power, their spirit, he discovered a gift for the saddle. Oisin quickly established himself as one of horseracing's most prodigious talents. But reaching the pinnacle of the sport has required a high-wire dance that continues to push his body and mind to their breaking point. Despite four champion jockey crowns, alcohol addiction lurked beneath the surface, and a string of misdemeanours have overshadowed his racing. Fast paced and searingly honest, Sacrifice lays bare Oisin's personal struggles and immerses readers in the daily life of a jockey throughout an entire season. From the countless unseen hours of horse work to the psychological turmoil of racing, the private agony of wasting, and the vital community of the weighing room, it pulls back the curtain and examines the fine line between elite performance and personal destruction in a sport that demands nothing less than total obsession. Part-autobiography, part-diary written in real-time, this incredible and immersive memoir charts Oisin Murphy's year in the saddle, laying bare the pressures of life at the pinnacle of horse-racing. 'ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I'VE READ ALL YEAR. UTTERLY COMPELLING.' BRENDAN O'CONNOR