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A Family Betrayal: A totally addictive and absolutely gripping crime thriller with a jaw-dropping tw

"Betrayal cuts deep when it comes from within the family… Maria, Alex and Antonio Capello were raised by their gangster father with just one rule: family is everything. Now he’s dead, Maria works as a lawyer by day and a mob boss by night: risking everything if her secret life is ever revealed. She trusts her smart, suave, dependable brother, Alex with her life, but it breaks her heart that she can’t say the same about Antonio. As the black sheep of the family, Antonio is here for a good time, not a long time. So when the head of another firm visits with news about Antonio causing problems in the grimy underworld of London’s Soho, Maria is furious. Of course she wants to protect her baby brother, but he just made an enemy of one of the deadliest families in London. If she doesn’t act now, all hell will break loose. But Maria and Alex have no idea that Antonio has already taken his bad behaviour to the next level. He’s broken every rule they’ve ever lived by. Maria finds herself with a decision to make – look out for the firm or protect Antonio and risk everything her father built going up in flames. Can the Capellos survive, or will bad blood kill them off for good? Fans of Martina Cole, Jacqui Rose and Kimberley Chambers will absolutely love this first book in a thrilling new series from bestselling gangland author Emma Tallon."

Emma Tallon (Author), Daphne Kouma (Narrator)

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Win or Die: A BRAND NEW gripping and unputdownable crime thriller

"One week. Nineteen thousand pounds. A dangerous game. Can she win or will she die? Since their parents died, Cassie and Sam only have each other. And now Sam is in trouble. Sam has got involved with the wrong guys and he owes them money. When he is found beaten and bloody, Cassie knows these people will stop at nothing. Sam has one week to find nineteen thousand pounds. There’s only one way to make that much money that fast: DareMe — a new social media craze that is sweeping the nation, where players film themselves completing reckless dares for money. The only way Cassie can help Sam is to join the game. But the deeper Cassie gets into the dares, the more dangerous they become. Soon, Cassie isn’t just playing for money, she’s playing for her life. A breathless, nail-biting thriller, perfect for fans of John Marrs, Blake Crouch, Squid Game and Black Mirror."

Darren O'Sullivan (Author), Adrian Hobart, Daphne Kouma (Narrator)

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Cleopatra: The captivating new retelling of the story of the legendary Egyptian queen. Meet the real

"'Wonderful. A fresh and lively take on a well-known tale' The Times 'Richly drawn . . . There's pomp and splendour in Solomons' sensuous tale, which is lush with exquisite places, heady scents, gold and glory, but . . .also the harsh reality of death and bloody betrayal' Daily Mail From the international bestselling author comes an unmissable new retelling of the life of one of the most captivating and misrepresented female figures in history. Cleopatra, Egyptian Princess, grows up the favoured daughter of the Pharoah, hiding amongst the scrolls in the great library of Alexandria with her beloved slave Charmian, longing for the chance one day to write her own story. Then when her father dies, willing that Cleopatra rule with her selfish brother Ptolemy, danger stirs. As the young Egyptian Queen sails the Nile to greet her people, he plots to destroy her and take the throne for himself. But while Ptolemy has the power of Egypt behind him, Cleopatra has her wits. And when the great Caesar arrives from Rome, she realises he could be the key to her salvation - though courting this powerful man could cost her everything. Can Cleopatra save her life, her throne, her beloved Egypt and finally command her own history? A powerful, unmissable new retelling, this is a captivating story of female power and vulnerability, of love and loss, fierce friendship and terrible betrayal. It's time to meet the real Cleopatra. 'Vibrant and enthralling. A glorious retelling of one of the most misrepresented female figures in history' Platinum magazine 'The fabled Egyptian queen bursts into fierce and complex life' Caroline Lea 'Vivid and compelling' Anya Bergman 'Shows us the true Cleopatra in all of her pride and glory' Luna McNamara 'As glorious and enthralling as its heroine' Naomi Kelsey 'A dazzling tale writhing with tension like a desert snake' Rachel Louise Driscol 'Thrilling. . . brings the ancient world vividly to life' Cathryn Kemp 'Solomons breathes life into the myth. Gripping' Elizabeth Lee READER REVIEWS ***** 'I was absolutely bewitched' ***** 'This book was both intimate and refreshing, vivid. I felt both the sticky heat of Egypt, and the cool breeze of the Queen's apartments at night.' ***** '10/10 a much needed exploration into one of the most infamous women in ancient history' ***** 'It shows her not so much as the beautiful seductress we see in other stories but clever and young ruler, and later mother. I liked seeing her grow as a person and ruler, but what I enjoyed most was her relationship with her slave and companion, it added a vulnerable side to her character that we rarely see.' ***** 'Solomon's gift is to immerse you in an immediately believable world and to connect you with character from the start. I found myself constantly wanting to check details reading Cleopatra, fascinated by the woman coming alive before me.' ***** 'I raced through the final section, heart wrung for the women whose story is forgotten in the plays. Just brilliant!' , heart wrung for the women whose story is forgotten in the plays. Just brilliant!'"

Natasha Solomons (Author), Daphne Kouma, Jasmine Hyde (Narrator)

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The One that Got Away?

"A PERFECT FEEL-GOOD ROMANCE FOR FANS OF LONG-LOST LOVES AND SECOND CHANCES. Iris is falling in love with the father of her child. The only problem is she never told him they had a daughter. Three years ago Iris spends a magical night with her gorgeous but arrogant Spanish boss, Sergio. Then he goes around acting like it was just a fling. A few weeks later Iris finds out she’s pregnant, but if he’s not interested she’s going to have to raise this baby alone. Now Iris bumps into Sergio strolling through a leafy London park. She’s pushing their now two-year-old child in a buggy. Sergio instantly realizes that beautiful little Paola is his. Demanding as ever, Sergio flies Iris and Paola out to his stunning Barcelona villa, so he can start to be a real father to his daughter. After a few weeks, Iris begins to enjoy Sergio’s company and warm Spanish hospitality. She can’t stop thinking about what might have been . . . But part of her fears he might take Paola away from her. The pair grow close once more, but Iris can’t shake the feeling that Sergio just wants to play happy families for Paola’s sake — is he really interested in rekindling their relationship? He broke her heart once. Can she trust him with it this time?"

Emma Bennet (Author), Daphne Kouma (Narrator)

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Ancient Greece: The Definitive History

"Embark upon a fascinating journey through ancient Greece – from its rise and fall to its lasting legacy throughout the Western world. Spanning more than 3,000 years, Ancient Greece explores the tumultuous history of this glorious empire in vivid detail – from its Minoan and Mycenaean origins to the apogee of the warring city-states of Athens and Sparta, and from the death of its most charismatic leader, Alexander the Great, to its ultimate defeat by Rome. Sumptuous photography and authoritative, engaging text cover every facet of life in ancient Greece, from art, entertainment, and schools of thought to politics, medicine, and war, while the myths and religious beliefs of the ancient culture are explored and explained in depth. Greece’s military and political power shines through in fascinating maps of its legendary battles. Buried palaces and the Athenian Agora where Plato and Socrates discussed philosophy are brought back to life with stunning CGI artworks. And the stories of everyone from ordinary citizens to lawmakers and the first Olympic athletes are retold through eyewitness accounts and original artefacts."

DK (Author), Daphne Kouma (Narrator)

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How to Fix a Broken Heart

"‘Heartbreakingly sexy. The last chapter had me sobbing! Enormously funny, sad and very spicy. An absolutely fantastic read.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A heart-wrenching and life-affirming story of love and loss from number one bestselling author Nicola May Gracie Davies is at an all-time low. After a devastating loss, the last thing she needs is a colleague hinting over coffee that it’s time to lose her baby weight. Then her boyfriend betrays her, and her world totally falls apart. Rebuilding her life from scratch – with the support of her free-spirited sister, an unorthodox therapist, and a feisty new friend – Gracie finally begins to get her mojo back. Add in a passionate fling with handsome landscaper Ed, a fairytale encounter with a Hollywood film star and the persistence of her adulterous ex, and life is anything but predictable… Soon she finds that community, purpose, and perhaps even new love might be the perfect prescription for a broken heart. But can a heart that’s been so utterly broken ever trust again? Warm, witty, wildly sexy and deeply moving, Nicola May's unforgettable novel is perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes, Marian Keyes, and Amanda Prowse. Readers love How to Fix a Broken Heart: ‘Pure escapism… warm, funny, just a perfect read!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What an amazing book. I was lost in this book for a few days and I’m still thinking of it… an incredible, touching story.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was in tears, this is an emotional rollercoaster ride of book, you had better strap in!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Beautiful, emotional… I highly recommend that you read this, but have a box of tissues at hand! You may cry!!!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Nicola May triumphs… A moving, mature, gutsy story… Superb! Women (and those who love them) will devour this book.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A heartfelt, enjoyable read, I loved it!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Beautiful… full of tears, romance and heartbreaking sadness! I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a feel-good chick lit with a deeper meaning.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Written from the heart… a rollercoaster ride of emotions. It is packed full of heartbreak but is also an exceptionally uplifting read.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absolutely brilliant read. I read it in a day. So many twists and turns…’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I just could not put this book down… so enjoyable and heartwarming.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fantastic! Tearjerker! A wonderful tale, it will make you cry and it will make you laugh.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A brutally honest and touching account of coming to terms with loss... But this book is also so much more… it’s a comedy, it explores relationships, both romantic and platonic… it’s escapism… and romance (with naughty bits).’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

Nicola May (Author), Daphne Kouma (Narrator)

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Medusa's Sisters

"A vividly stunning reimagining of the myth of Medusa and the sisters who loved her, in this captivating, moving debut, perfect for fans of Stone Blind and Ariadne. Even before they were transformed into Gorgons, Medusa and her sisters Stheno and Euryale were unique among immortals. Curious about mortals and their lives, Medusa and her sisters entered the human world in search of a place to belong, yet quickly found themselves at the perilous center of a dangerous Olympian rivalry and learned – too late – that a god's love is a violent one. Forgotten by history and diminished by poets, the other two Gorgons have never been more than horrifying hags, damned and doomed. But they were sisters first, and their journey from seaborne origins to the outskirts of the Pantheon is a journey that rests, hidden, underneath their scales. Monsters, but not monstrous, Stheno and Euryale will step into the light for the first time to tell the story of how all three sisters lived and were changed by each other, as they struggle against the inherent conflict between sisterhood and individuality, myth and truth, vengeance and peace."

Lauren J.A. Bear (Author), Daphne Kouma, Jess Nesling, Russ Bain (Narrator)

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Everyone Is Lying: An addictive thriller you won't be able to put down

"Alexandra has the perfect life: a successful business, a loving husband, and two beautiful children. But twenty years ago, she witnessed something she was never meant to see. When she finds a perfectly folded origami bird on her kitchen table one morning, she knows someone from her past is after her. Only four people knew her nickname – Birdie – and one of them is dead. She thought she'd buried the past. She thought she was safe. Now she’s forced to confront the night that changed everything – when three girls died at an exclusive party, and Alexandra ran away with a secret that could destroy some of the most powerful men in the country. The little bird isn’t just a reminder – it’s a warning. Someone knows what really happened that night. And they’re willing to tear apart her carefully constructed life to keep her quiet. Fans of Lisa Jewell, Ruth Ware and Gillian Flynn will be hooked on this unforgettable thriller which will keep you reading late into the night. What readers say about D. E. White’s thrillers: “Wow! I was completely hooked. A twisty tale that I found difficult to put down. Addictive.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I was gripped from the very first page. About halfway through I thought I had it worked out, but I was wrong. Very, very wrong. Absolutely, adrenaline-pumpingly brilliant.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wow, what a final twist ending. I didn’t see that coming! Fantastic.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I LOVED this book! Kept me on my toes... full of suspense and drama.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wowwwww. Mind blown... Just great all round.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Fabulous... grabs you at page one and never lets go. Prepare for a rollercoaster thriller with a twist that will leave you breathless.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A heart-pounding thriller that left me on the edge of my seat. One of the best books this year.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wow... what a page-turner. Twists and turns right up to the end and the biggest shock of all. Excellent.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Another twisty page-turner from D. E. White. Just when I thought I’d worked everything out, another plot twist appeared. Read in two nail-biting sittings as I didn’t want to put it down.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

D. E. White (Author), Daphne Kouma (Narrator)

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The Dark Side of the Sky

"An exciting literary fantasy filled with terror and wonder, set in a sun-baked Southern Italy, for fans of The Girls by Emma Cline, The Magus by John Fowles and The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai. It’s been labelled a doomsday cult, but the Bastion might be humanity’s last hope. Amidst all the lies and chaos, come hear their true story, in their own words. On the rural coast of Puglia, Italy, Becca and Ric run the Bastion, offering solace and a home for lost souls. Each year they welcome new members to join the Open Feast, where they teach them to release their burdens and create a better world, in a journey of self-discovery and spiritual teachings. But the Bastion has secrets. The Bastion has a destiny. Deep in the Inner Pinewood, a place of real magic and beauty, they are all that stands against the dark forces that would tear the sky wide open And what of those who call Becca and Ric liars? Cult leaders and con artists? What of those who tried to leave the Bastion? As it becomes increasingly difficult to tell truth from fiction, who can you trust to save us all?"

Francesco Dimitri (Author), Daphne Kouma, Grace Blyth, Jennifer Ness, Kate Handford (Narrator)

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The Ice Retreat: A Spine-Tingling Winter Thriller That Will Have You Gripped Until the Final Page

"'Sinister, atmospheric and deliciously chilling - with a twist that made me gasp.' - Mark Edwards, author of The Darkest Water From bestselling author Ruth Kelly, The Ice Retreat is a spine-tingling thriller set in the world of controversial wellness treatments. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and Sarah Pearse. HEALER? Meet Hollie Jenson, presenter of the smash-hit docu-series Bad Medicine, which exposes the perils of extreme therapies. Her next target: a new retreat run by wellness guru Ariel Rose, who claims to have discovered the secret to healing pain through her three-day ice rebirth treatment. LIAR? Acting on a mother's plea to find her son, who vanished soon after his stay, Hollie ventures into the Swiss mountains where the retreat occupies a former observatory. There she will search for the boy, and hopes to expose Ariel as the charlatan she believes her to be. KILLER? As the isolation of the valley sets in, Hollie finds herself in an increasingly dangerous situation. There is much more to the retreat than meets the eye, and she must confront explosive secrets from her own past if she is to ever make it out alive . . . 'Queen of the chiller thriller' - Veronica Henry, author of The Secret Beach 'A breathtaking thriller with an evocative setting and some excellent twists - Ruth Kelly at her best.' - Catherine Cooper, author of The Chalet"

Ruth Kelly (Author), Alex Wingfield, Daphne Kouma, Polly Edsell (Narrator)

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The Paris Inheritance: An utterly heartbreaking and addictive WW2 historical novel

"A family heirloom, handmade in Paris. A wartime sacrifice that changed everything. And a secret kept for generations. Paris, 1940. Clutching a delicate silver dove-shaped brooch - the last gift from her beloved Otto, with a message of love engraved in the back - Lally flees her home in Paris. With her closest friend by her side, she dodges the Nazi gunfire echoing all around the city streets. But as they become more and more desperate during the darkest days Europe has ever known, one must make a terrible sacrifice for them both to survive… France, 2014. After her father's death, grieving Hope starts a new life in France. All she knows of her father's family is that they were separated in World War Two. And her only inheritance is a unique, dove-shaped brooch. Exploring an antique market one day, Hope's breath catches in her throat at what she finds. A wartime picture of a green-eyed girl, a silver brooch pinned to her dress, shaped like a dove in flight. Hope has only ever seen one like it before. Certain it's her family heirloom, Hope is desperate to find the woman in the portrait. But it soon becomes clear that some wartime secrets are dangerous to uncover… Will Hope's discoveries change everything she ever believed about her father? And even if she does find the truth, will it bring her healing - or tear her apart? Fans of The Letter, The Nightingale and We Were the Lucky Ones will be utterly swept away by this heartbreaking and unforgettable tale about family secrets in World War Two and the bonds that held people together during terrible times. What readers are saying about Natalie Meg Evans: 'Wow… Amazing… found myself reaching for the Kleenex box so many times… Gripping… had me from the very first word on page one until the very last… Broke my heart over, and over again. I devoured this book in one sitting… I was breathless… A must-read. I loved it.' Page Turners, ????? 'By far the best book I've read this year. There have been a few 2 am bedtimes because I couldn't bear to put it down without another chapter… or 2… A fantastic book.' Goodreads reviewer, ????? 'Wow, I adored and inhaled this… I fell in love… won my heart… Heartbreaking, gripping… Fantastic… Perfect.' Goodreads reviewer, ????? 'This book had me from the very first page… outstanding. If you only read one book of historical fiction, make it this one. Excellent.' Goodreads reviewer, ????? 'Broke my heart… Historical fiction lovers will devour this heartbreaking novel.' Goodreads reviewer, ????? "

Natalie Meg Evans (Author), Daphne Kouma (Narrator)

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Orphia and Eurydicius

"Their love transcends every boundary. Can it cheat death? Orphia dreams of something more than the warrior crafts she's been forced to learn. Hidden away on a far-flung island, her blood sings with poetry, and her words can move flowers to bloom and forests to grow... but her father, the sun god Apollo, has forbidden her this art. A chance meeting with a young shield-maker, Eurydicius, gives her the courage to use her voice. After wielding all her gifts to defeat one final champion, Orphia draws the scrutiny of the gods. Performing her poetry, she wins the protection of the goddesses of the arts: the powerful Muses, who welcome her to their sanctuary on Mount Parnassus. Orphia learns to hone her talents, crafting words of magic infused with history, love, and tragedy. When Eurydicius joins her, Orphia struggles with her desire for fame and her budding love. As her bond with the gentle shield-maker grows, she joins the Argonauts on their quest for the Golden Fleece. Facing dragons, sirens, and ruthless warriors on the voyage, Orphia earns unparalleled fame but longs to return to Eurydicius. Yet she has a darker journey to make—one which will see her fight for her love with all the power of her poetry. This stunning, gender-flipped novel about love, creativity, and the power of speaking out is perfect for fans of Madeline Miller and Pat Barker."

Elyse John (Author), Daphne Kouma (Narrator)

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