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The Death Before Detention: A funny cosy crime mystery set in a chaotic Irish boarding school
"Welcome to the Common Criminals' Club, a new cosy murder mystery series for middle-grade and teen listeners, full of danger and devious criminals. If you love Robin Stevens, Katie Kirby, Lottie Brooks, or The Mysterious Benedict Society, this Thursday Murder Club for 9-12 year olds is your next obsession! This is the story of how we . . . - Discovered a dead body - Launched an investigation - Battled mean girls, feral bats, and nearly destroyed our three-year friendship all in the noble pursuit of solving a complex murder Mae Flynn is used to the chaos of her rural Irish Catholic boarding school, but she isn't expecting to discover a dead body in the school kitchen. To make matters worse, the hapless victim, Conor Haddock, was the previous owner of the school building and had recently been talking about selling up, alongside getting on the bad side of seemingly every adult Mae knows. In other words: the suspects are endless. Along with her best friends, the self-named Common Criminals' Club, Mae is determined to solve the murder. But the more she uncovers, the more she begins to suspect that everyone around her is hiding something. Soon it's not only her lessons and friendships at stake, but her very life . . ."
Alison Weatherby (Author), Avena Mansergh-Wallace (Narrator)
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The 50 Greatest Designers: The People Who Have Created Our Environment
"Discover the 50 greatest designers and their incredible achievements in this spectacular guide. In this book, award-winning design journalist, Tom May, examines the achievements of 50 of history's greatest designers: the men and women who have influenced the way we live by creating everything from furniture to household goods and decorative objects to cars and motorbikes, airplanes, signage, sports equipment and much more. Perceptive and informative, this guide makes a fascinating introduction to the way design has become such an integral part of what we are and do."
Tom May (Author), Avena Mansergh-Wallace (Narrator)
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"'Such a fresh, smart, original debut' Sunday Times bestseller Beth O'Leary 'The best romcom I've ever read!' Emily Slapper ???????????? With the warmth and charm of Bridget Jones and a main character as unforgettable as Eleanor Oliphant, this is an irresistible debut about a young woman navigating love, friendship and happiness in a world that doesn’t think like she does. ???????????? Pearl O’Reilly is twenty-seven (nearly twenty-eight). She likes salmon pink, the number three and going to the pub with her best friend Una the same night each week. Thanks to her OCD, her other routines – from counting her way downstairs to obsessively washing her hands – pose more of a problem. But that’s all about to change. Because it’s time for Pearl to say to hell with it – starting with the gorgeous naked man in her bed this morning… ???????????? Readers (and your favourite authors!) are LOVING To Hell With It: ‘Moving, funny, and totally satisfying, I loved this book’ Katie Fforde, author of From London With Love 'Funny, empathetic and engaging. Loved it!' Sunday Times bestseller Sally Page, author of The Secrets of Flowers 'Now and then, a character carves our a permanent place in my heart. Step forward Pearl' Claire Alexander, author of Meredith, Alone 'This book felt like an absolute treat, a warm hug, hanging out with such likeable, funny characters.’ Aliya Ali-Afzal, author of Would I Lie to You? ‘This novel drew me in from the very first page and kept me hooked until the end. The characters were vibrant and relatable, the writing was engaging, and the story had just the right balance of heart and humor. Highly recommend!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This debut by Claire Frances is a rollercoaster of relatable quirks, raw emotions, and laugh out loud moments that’ll steal your heart faster than Pearl counts her way down the stairs.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I LOVED this book! […] Frances had me laughing and then almost crying, particularly nearer to the end.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I absolutely adored Pearl! She is messy, flawed scattered and so real I can imagine sitting down for a cup of tea with her.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If you’re looking for a read that’s both entertaining and insightful, add this one to your list. I promise you won’t regret it.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An absolute rollercoaster of chaos, charm, and unexpected heart! From the first page, I was hooked on its witty dialogue, laugh-out-loud moments, and the kind of chemistry that sizzles off the page. Claire Frances has delivered a story that’s wickedly fun and impossible to put down! Can’t wait to see what she writes next!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A fabulous debut!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This was my first five-star read of 2025, and I absolutely devoured this book!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘To Hell With It is a wonderfully honest and uplifting tale about love, friendship, and finding happiness in a world that doesn’t always understand you.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I absolutely adored Pearl! She is messy, flawed scattered and so real I can imagine sitting down for a cup of tea with her.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is just gorgeous.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
Claire Frances (Author), Avena Mansergh-Wallace (Narrator)
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"Bloomsbury presents A Maid on Fifth Avenue by Sinéad Crowley, read by Avena Mansergh-Wallace. '[A] stunning novel that combines history with a fascinating mystery... Enthralling, absorbing and entirely delightful' - Jane Casey A heart-stopping dual timeline mystery, from the bestselling author of The Belladonna Maze. In 1924, Annie, dreaming of a new life, leaves her home in Ballydrynawn, West Kerry, and boards a ship bound for New York. With Irish maids in demand, she soon finds work with the wealthy Cavendish family in their opulent Fifth Avenue mansion. Only Annie knows the secrets she left behind though and when her friendship with an Italian waitress named Elena deepens into something more passionate and dangerous for them both, Annie’s past rises up to haunt her. Will be she be forced to flee again? Now, Emer arrives at her family’s holiday home in Ballydrynawn. Burnt out and desperate for more, Emer has run away from her new life in LA. But even as the village begins to work its healing magic, the past refuses to stay silent. As Annie and Emer’s past and future begin to intertwine in the shadows of the village’s magical Fairy Tree, long buried secrets will be revealed… *** Authors and readers LOVE A Maid on Fifth Avenue: ‘An absolute page-turner’ - Liz Nugent ‘Utterly captivating…Sinead Crowley at the top of her game’ - Andrea Mara 'I highly recommend this book - I couldn't put it down!' - 5* reader review 'Beautifully written... I couldn't get enough of it. Such a wonderful novel' - 5* reader review 'I'm so in love with this story.... emotional, so beautifully written and I couldn't put it down' - 5* reader review C 2024 Sinéad Crowley P 2024 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"
Sinéad Crowley (Author), Avena Mansergh-Wallace (Narrator)
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On Trial… For Murder: Courtroom Dramas that Gripped the World
"The dramatic events of some of the world’s most controversial murder trials The stakes are never higher when the charge is murder... Explore the riveting twists and turns of some of the most notorious and controversial murder trials in history, such as the O. J. Simpson, Phil Spector, and Oscar Pistorius cases. Each of the trials detailed in this audiobook—the latest in DK’s highly successful series of true crime investigations—dominated the world's news media and gripped public attention. After examining the evidence, if you had been a member of the jury, what would have been your verdict? Guilty? Or Not Guilty? Emily G. Thompson is a true crime author and freelance writer from Northern Ireland. She has her own website and award-winning podcast, Morbidology, which boasts of over 300k downloads each month. The weekly true crime show takes a look at cases from all across the globe and highlights systemic failures in various systems. It recently won 'Best International Podcast' at the iHeartRadio awards. She is the author of Unsolved Child Murders: Eighteen American Cases, 1956-1998, the co-author of DK's Unsolved Murders:True Crime Cases Uncovered, and DK's Cults Uncovered: True Stories of Mind Control and Murder, Mysteries Uncovered: True Stories of the Paranormal and Unexplained, and Killers Caught. © 2024 Emily G. Thompson © 2024 DK Audio"
Emily G. Thompson (Author), Avena Mansergh-Wallace (Narrator)
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"Family secrets never stay buried… 1951, Ireland On the windswept Cork coast, the lighthouse-keepers’ wives wait, watching the sea. Their husbands are coming home. But one secret can never be revealed. 2023, Maine Decades later, Mollie Kenefick receives an anonymous note: Family secrets never stay buried. The only person she can ask is her grandmother – however, Beth made a vow that she swore never to break. But someone knows what happened that summer in 1951, and it seems they’re not happy keeping silent … Readers are loving this story: 'Once again Carmel has us sitting on the edge of our seats in anticipation' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Can't praise this book enough' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Carmel is such an amazing storyteller' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Totally absorbing from start to finish' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A truly magical book of love and loyalty' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
Carmel Harrington (Author), Avena Mansergh-Wallace (Narrator)
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Killers Caught: True Stories of Extraordinary Murder Hunts
"They thought they had got away with murder. They were wrong. Discover the vital clues, the crucial evidence, the lucky breaks, the chases, the painstaking detective work, and the unlikely heroes that led to the capture of some of the world's most notorious murderers and serial killers, such as 'The Good Nurse' poisoner Charles Cullen, finally detected by a young colleague; 'Night Stalker' Richard Ramirez, spotted by a 13-year-old boy; ' Son of Sam', unmasked by a parking ticket; John Wayne Gacy, connected to his final victim by a stray receipt; and, Rodney Alcala, spotted on a TV game show... Killers Caught reveals the remarkable circumstances leading to the downfall of these deadly individuals, as well as the stories of how many more of crime's most notorious and prolific murderers were finally brought to justice. Emily G. Thompson is a true crime author and freelance writer from Northern Ireland. She has her own website and award-winning podcast, Morbidology. The weekly true crime show takes a look at cases from all across the globe and highlights systemic failures in various systems. It recently won 'Best International Podcast' at the iHeartRadio awards. She is the author of Unsolved Child Murders: Eighteen American Cases, 1956-1998, of Mysteries Uncovered: True Stories of the Paranormal and Unexplained, and the co-author of DK's Unsolved Murders: True Crime Cases Uncovered, and DK's Cults Uncovered: True Stories of Mind Control and Murder. © 2023 Emily G. Thompson © 2023 DK Audio"
Emily G. Thompson (Author), Avena Mansergh-Wallace (Narrator)
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"SHORTLISTED FOR THE AN POST IRISH BOOK AWARDS 2023 'When it comes to writing YA fiction as beautiful, eerie and utterly chilling as WISE CREATURES, Deirdre Sullivan is in a league of her own' - Louise O'Neill, author of ONLY EVER YOURS I always thought that hauntings began with houses. They don't, of course. It's people, isn't it? They begin with people. If anyone knows what it is to be haunted, it's Daisy. The ghosts of her troubled past are ever present. Daisy has always done her best to shut the ghosts away. To shut away the wise creatures who used to whisper to her from the walls of the house. To live a normal life. But now, something is humming in the house. Something dark, and unknown. And it's targeting Nina, her beloved sister. Daisy knows that something is up. And that the wise creatures, locked away for so long, are back. And this time, who knows what they want? SHORTLISTED FOR THE IRISH BOOK AWARDS 2023"
Deirdre Sullivan (Author), Avena Mansergh-Wallace (Narrator)
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"Pre-order the stunning Deluxe edition of The Lost Bookshop now, out in October 2026! ‘The thing about books,’ she said ‘is that they help you to imagine a life bigger and better than you could ever dream of.’ The Echo of Old Books meets The Lost Apothecary in this evocative and charming novel full of mystery and secrets. – On a quiet street in Dublin, a lost bookshop is waiting to be found… For too long, Opaline, Martha and Henry have been the side characters in their own lives. But when a vanishing bookshop casts its spell, these three unsuspecting strangers will discover that their own stories are every bit as extraordinary as the ones found in the pages of their beloved books. And by unlocking the secrets of the shelves, they find themselves transported to a world of wonder… where nothing is as it seems. Readers have fallen in love with The Lost Bookshop: ‘Beautifully written and captures the wonder and awe that a story can bring to its reader…a delightful story for any book lover…an ode to storytelling and the connections that books can make!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wowwww!! It’s been awhile since I read something so fascinating, captivating and special all in one…It takes you on a journey like most books do, but this one, I just want to inscribe on my back and hope that it becomes a part of me so that I can carry it with me always’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A must read for readers that love books’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A beautiful story that begs to be read in one sitting…a magical story filled with beautiful prose and many surprises that readers will not soon forget’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This spellbinding book hooked me from the very beginning and I couldn't put it down til the end’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A love story, one with books and booklovers at its heart. A warm, wonderful novel that sweeps up the reader into an absorbing, magical tale’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If you enjoy books by the Brontë sisters … then I would fully recommend you read this book’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This novel has it all: wit, a dash of magic, and a large heart. A fantastic read’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
Evie Woods (Author), Avena Mansergh-Wallace, Nick Biadon, Olivia Mace (Narrator)
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"'An enthralling read with . . . so many laughs along the way' Liz Nugent 'Beautiful. A joy' Sinéad Moriarty author of the Devlin Sisters novels 'An enthralling read with so many laughs along the way' Liz Nugent 'A funny, poignant and moving read' My Weekly Two women, decades apart, united by hope. All Caroline wants is to be a mum - that shouldn't be too much to ask, should it? But after years of trying, she's had no luck - oh, and to make matters worse her husband is leaving her. Determined to not give up on her dream, Caroline turns to her last lifeline, the women of her infertility support group. While the women could not be more different, they form an unbreakable bond. There's Natalie, accountant by day, pub quiz whiz by night and whose girlfriend seems much less excited about having children than her. There's the quiet-spoken Janet, whose suffered so much loss but retains a sense of humour and a core of steel. And then there's Ronnie, mysterious, glamourous, jet-setting Ronnie, who is happy to share everything but her story. Decades earlier, unbroken and embattled, Catherine rebuilds her life in the big city lights of Dublin. Cast out by her family and shunned for having a baby at sixteen, she finds, joy, acceptance and her tribe in a band of fellow outcasts. Catherine dreams of being reunited with the baby that was so cruelly taken from her. A dream that she is willing to sacrifice almost everything and everyone for. From bestselling Irish writer Anna McPartlin, Waiting for the Miracle is an uplifting novel about how good friends can help you see the funny side of anything. Perfect for fans Jojo Moyes and Marian Keyes. Praise for Anna McPartlin: 'Anna McPartlin's novel is brilliant, funny and immensely moving' Catherine Isaac, author of You, Me, Everything 'It's such a gorgeous examination of grief while also being honest, hilarious and totally relatable. I LOVED this book!' Fionnuala Kearney, author of The Book of Love 'When I wasn't reaching for the Kleenex to wipe away a little tear, I was guffawing with laughter - Anna has the gift of being able to make you laugh and sob, and all on a single page.' Claudia Carroll, author of The Women of Primrose Square Readers love Waiting for the Miracle: 'Who will have the happy ever after dream and who will settle for the dream never happening? I raced though it in 2 days to find out. I particularly loved the flitting between current day and the character Catherine's story from the past and was eager to see how the 2 would come together. Wrap yourself up in a duvet and start reading. You won't be disappointed.' 'You will be gripped by both stories and wonder where the book is going ... but it gets better and better.' 'Loved loved loved it! As always an amazing story with real life issues, read it in 3 days couldn't put it down going to work was a bit of inconvenience lol can't wait for the next one, thanks Anna' 'Another emotional rollercoaster read about loss, hope, courage & friendship, I was hooked right from the very start, I loved how the story changed between current day and the past with Catherine's story, have your tissues ready.' 'Didn't want it to end.' 'McPartlin excels in the one-liner, and finding something to laugh about in the darkest of times.' 'I do not hesitate to recommend this magnificent book to everyone. Sure to be in my top books of this year.' 'A story of hope over heartbreak told with Irish humour and charm.' 'Anna McPartlin has done it again! Another stunning read that ends with me in tears yet also smiling.'"
Anna McPartlin (Author), Avena Mansergh-Wallace, Roisin O’neill (Narrator)
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Mysteries Uncovered: True Stories of the Paranormal and Unexplained
"The mysterious is all around us... UFOs, extraterrestrial encounters, baffling disappearances - Mysteries Uncovered investigates, without prejudice, some of the most notorious, disturbing and enduring mysteries ever recorded. - UFO activity: the Roswell Incident, the Phoenix Lights, the Rendlesham Incident... - Alien abduction: the Barney and Betty Hill case... - Uncanny events: the missing crew of the Marie Celeste, the lost colony of Roanoke, the fate of Amelia Earhart... - Notorious disappearances: the cases of Lord Lucan and 'D.B. Cooper'... For every instance rationalized away, there is another that defies explanation... Emily G. Thompson has several years experience as an investigative reporter. She has her own popular true crime website and podcast, Morbidology, and is the co-author of DK's Unsolved Murders and Cults Uncovered. © 2020 Emily G. Thompson © 2020 DK Audio"
Emily G. Thompson (Author), Avena Mansergh-Wallace (Narrator)
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Cults Uncovered: True Stories of Mind Control and Murder
"Uncover the secrets of the world's cruellest criminal cults. How did Charles Manson inspire his 'family' to launch a campaign of murder? What twisted ideology lay behind horrific events like the Waco Siege, Aum Shinrikyo's poison-gas attack on the Tokyo metro, and the mass suicides and murders of Jonestown? Why did the suicidal adherents of Heaven's Gate believe doomsday was at hand? How did the idealistic commune of Rajneeshpuram collapse into shocking controversies, involving biological terrorism and attempted murder? The shocking truth about some of the most disturbing criminal cults that have ever existed are discussed in this audiobook. Cults Uncovered explores these and many more strange and disturbing factions and sects from all over the world to expose terrifying stories of manipulation, coercion, abuse, and murder. Emily G. Thompson has several years experience as an investigative reporter. She has her own popular true crime website, Morbidology, and has contributed articles to numerous blogs and websites. She is the author of Unsolved Child Murders: Eighteen American Cases, 1956-1998 and the co-author of DK's Unsolved Murders:True Crime Cases Uncovered. © 2020 Emily G. Thompson © 2020 DK Audio"
Emily G. Thompson (Author), Avena Mansergh-Wallace (Narrator)
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