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No Quarter: Detective Mark Heckenburg, Book 9

"ANOTHER EXPLOSIVE THRILLER FROM THE MILLION COPY SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER Welcome to the Crazyhouse. Where unwilling contestants play the game of death. The north of England is rocked by two horrifying but bewildering crimes: a £600,000 drugs heist, the couriers and the buyers all slain. And the abduction of an entire stag party, a bunch of strapping young men lured away by two pretty girls, and never seen again. While northern police forces struggle to cope, go-it-alone Detective Sergeant Mark Heckenburg, still under suspension, is given a stark choice. Infiltrate the Crew, Manchester’s overarching crime syndicate, as an undercover asset, or lose his job permanently. With the assistance of out-of-favour Manchester cop, Lucy Clayburn, Heck undertakes the onerous task, soon discovering evidence linking the two heinous crimes together. But he has a very serious and pressing problem. The Crew’s ruthless Chairman of the Board, Frank McCracken, is increasingly suspicious and determined to test his loyalty to the max. Meanwhile, another bunch of guileless young men have gone missing, and are now awaiting their fate in the architectural nightmare that is the Crazyhouse ... Praise for PAUL FINCH 'Paul ALWAYS delivers.' NEIL LANCASTER 'Finch's flair for relentless, unputdownable excitement is here in abundance, dragging us lucky readers face first through his trademark grit and darkness. Loving it.' ROB PARKER 'Paul Finch is one of the best police procedural writers out there ...' MARNIE RICHES"

Paul Finch (Author), Paul Thornley (Narrator)

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Sun Country: Writing My Way Home

"Bloomsbury presents Sun Country by Howard Cunnell, read by Paul Thornley. 'One of Britain's most distinctive and trustworthy voices ... A beautiful book' TIM WINTON 'A book to lose yourself inside, and emerge from with enhanced clarity and wisdom' FRANCES WILSON 'Tender and unflinching ... A masterclass in clarity and feeling' JIM CRACE 'Cunnell writes with so much sensitivity to the sacredness of the everyday' SARA BAUME A beautifully written, courageous and deeply moving journey from sorrow to acceptance, from loss to hope, shimmering with coastal light and hard-won wisdom. In Sun Country, Howard Cunnell returns to the southern England beachlands of his boyhood after the death of his mother. A love letter to the changing coast and sea, Sun Country is a book alive with light and shadow, where the white spaces between words are as charged with tension and power as the words themselves. It is a reckoning with the things we inherit – silence and absence, stories told and untold – and the transgression involved in turning a life into art. At the heart of the book is Gillian, his devoted single mother, and the small yet unforgettable details of her life that are woven into a powerful meditation on impermanence, grief, class and solitude. At once intimate and expansive, this luminous memoir traces one man’s journey from loss back towards life. Through stories about the writers and painters with whom he feels a kinship – including the English Romantics, W. H. Hudson and Agnes Martin – and the history of his own Sussex working-class family, Cunnell writes his way home to a place, to a culture and to himself as an artist. Cunnell’s descriptive power, so widely praised in his first memoir, reaches a new breathtaking level, with the simplicity that only comes from the finest craft and poetry. C 2026 Howard Cunnell P 2026 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"

Howard Cunnell (Author), Paul Thornley (Narrator)

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Direct Action

"Across Britain, violent criminals are walking free – cases derailed by sharp-suited defence lawyers and soft-touch judges – and public fury is reaching breaking point. Into that anger step the New Crusaders, a shadowy group that hunts down offenders who have slipped through the net and delivers their own brand of punishment live across social media to millions of cheering followers. To some, they're heroes. To the government, they're terrorists. Dan 'Spider' Shepherd of MI5 is tasked with bringing them down. But as Shepherd digs deeper, he uncovers a far more dangerous truth: the New Crusaders aren't driven by justice. They're being steered by hidden forces with an agenda that has nothing to do with punishment – and everything to do with tearing the country apart. If Shepherd fails, it won't just be the rule of law that collapses. It will be the country itself."

Stephen Leather (Author), Paul Thornley (Narrator)

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Chicago Night

"Eddie 'Lucky' Brennan is a professional killer. A gun for hire who has been leaving bodies across Chicago for more than a century. Lucky's long life isn't an accident. It's payment. Saved from death by a demon from Hell, he has spent the last hundred years repaying the debt, with murders. Now the body count is rising, and the demon's ambitions have grown. This time, it isn't just about murder. It's about turning Chicago into the first foothold of Hell on Earth. Jack Nightingale is sent to stop the killings. But to bring down Lucky, he'll have to confront the demon behind him - and risk far more than his life. Because in the Windy City, there are worse things than dying."

Stephen Leather (Author), Paul Thornley (Narrator)

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Recall: The Man Who Forgot Who He Was

"You've woken up in a hospital bed with no memory of who you are or how you came to be hurt. But the police are at hand to fill you in on what happened. You were in a car accident. And they have found a dead body in the boot. You want to tell them that you're an innocent man, that you're not a murderer, but you don't know why you were in the car or where you were going. You can't even remember your own name. Then a mysterious woman arrives, offering you a way out of your predicament. All you have to do is trust her."

Stephen Leather (Author), Paul Thornley (Narrator)

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The Evil Madness of Hitler: The Damning Psychiatric Profile

"How did a former Austrian corporal in the Bavarian army with no obvious gift for leadership or strategy become the leader of one of the most civilized countries in Europe? This is a penetrating analysis of the personality of Adolf Hitler, perhaps the most enigmatic figure of the 20th century. Drawing on psychological studies of the time, The Evil Madness of Hitler presents fascinating insights into one of history's most murderous dictators. This book explains the tyrant that ran the Third Reich and the demons that haunted him, with remarkable revelations about his sex life."

Nigel Cawthorne (Author), Paul Thornley (Narrator)

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Underdogs: A Pulse-Pounding Action-Thriller From The Sunday Times Bestselling Author Of The Spider Shepherd Series

"Buckle up for Underdogs, an adrenaline-fueled action-thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author of the Spider Shepherd series. Perfect for fans of Lee Child and James Patterson. 'He has the uncanny knack of producing plots that are all too real' - DAILY MAIL 'A writer at the top of his game' - SUNDAY EXPRESS 'Kickass action, high stakes and nail-biting excitement. Underdogs delivers on all with flying colors and then some' BEST THRILLER BOOKS Underestimate this underdog at your peril . . . Once a fearless SAS hero, Andy 'Deadman' Bird now battles the harsh streets of London after a catastrophic mission stripped him of his hearing, career, home and marriage. His only solace is Tyson, his fiercely loyal and battle-tested dog. When fate thrusts them into the path of a chilling alleyway murder, Andy and Tyson become the next targets. Who are these relentless hunters, and what dangerous secrets are they willing to kill for? Desperate and cornered, Andy reaches out to his former brothers-in-arms - a team who owe him their very lives. But as they unravel a sinister web of organised crime and deadly political plots, who will be saving who this time? Praise for Stephen Leather 'Explosive' - The Sun 'Enthralling' - Financial Times 'A master of the thriller genre' - Irish Times"

Stephen Leather (Author), Paul Thornley (Narrator)

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The Chain

"'Back in 2012, everyone knew who Bradley Wiggins was. Everyone, that is, but me. Thirteen years after the summer that defined me, I have finally defined myself. The disguises have gone. I've made peace with myself.' Shortlisted for Autobiography of the Year at the 2026 Sports Book Awards A WATERSTONES SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2025 A GUARDIAN BEST SPORTS BOOK OF 2025 A DAILY TELEGRAPH BEST BOOK OF 2025 'WHAT A STORY. SO HONEST. I COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN. THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR STORY.' JOE WICKS 'IT'S NOT A LIGHT READ BUT, BLIMEY, IT IS BRILLIANT.' POLLY VERNON, THE TIMES 'DISARMINGLY HONEST AND ROGUISHLY HUMOROUS.' JONATHAN LIEW, THE GUARDIAN 'SUCH A BRAVE BOOK: SUPER OPEN, SUPER HONEST. IT'S GOING TO HELP A LOT OF PEOPLE.' CHRIS EVANS, VIRGIN RADIO 'SEARING AND INSIGHTFUL … HARROWING … COMPELLING …DEFINITELY WORTH READING.' DAVID WALSH, THE SUNDAY TIMES 'RAW AND GRAPHIC' DAILY TELEGRAPH Think you know Bradley Wiggins? Think again. Join Bradley Wiggins on a remarkable journey of self-discovery during which he faced his greatest ever opponent – the demons inside his head. He has cast aside his fragile shell and is the person he always wanted to be. Finally, he is happy in his own skin. He has broken the chain. Bradley Wiggins is the greatest British cyclist of his generation. A national hero on both track and road, he won five Olympic gold medals, eight world titles and the Tour de France. But his is a story mired in contradiction, controversy, and confusion. Sat on a throne after winning gold at London 2012, just ten days after becoming the first Briton to win the Tour de France, here was a man with the world at his feet. Sporting hero. People’s champion. Legend. Everyone knew who ‘Wiggo’ was. Everyone, that is, but him. Bradley’s own truth was one of a chaotic and disturbing upbringing characterised by abandonment and abuse. The bike had been his escape but he knew that the second he got out of the saddle he was a shadow-man with no self-belief and even less self-worth. With zero confidence in his value as a human being, attention was his worst nightmare. Bradley’s answer was to wear a mask. He became ‘Sir Wiggo’, the loveable rogue, the disguise slowly suffocating the real him, crushing the last few remnants of self-esteem. Bradley descended into a deep personal despair marked by drug addiction. It was his lowest point, and one which, he freely admits, could have resulted in his death. Bradley’s saviour has been himself. Incredibly he found the strength to embark on a remarkable journey of self-discovery during which he faced his greatest ever opponent – the demons inside his head. In so doing he reached an understanding of what and who he is. The result is this powerful memoir, The Chain. It is a journey he now wants to share. He wants others to understand they are not alone in their mental battles; that embracing honesty and openness is the key to personal happiness. Bradley Wiggins has cast aside his fragile shell. Now, as the person he always wanted to be, he has become an inspiration to us all. Forget the jerseys, the medals. Finally, Bradley Wiggins is who he is, in his own skin. He has broken the chain."

Sir Bradley Wiggins (Author), Paul Thornley (Narrator)

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Rogue: Detective Mark Heckenburg, Book 8

"AN EXPLOSIVE NEW THRILLER FROM THE MILLION COPY SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER They shot everyone. His friends, his colleagues, the woman he loved. But they made one critical mistake. They didn’t shoot him. Detective Sergeant Mark ‘Heck’ Heckenburg has a reputation for bending the rules, but when a ruthless gun attack on a North London pub leaves 26 of his closest workmates dead, he throws the rulebook away. Devastated beyond recovery, he goes rogue. But Heck himself is a suspect. Suspended from duty and watched day and night, it isn’t just a matter of eluding the surveillance net in London. When he makes his move, he becomes a fugitive, an outlaw now infamous across the whole of the UK. And yet that’s the least of his problems. Because as Heck tracks the killers north through the wintry badlands of industrial England, and from there into the mountainous wilds of Scotland, they too have made plans, and some deadly and deranged individuals are lying in wait …"

Paul Finch (Author), Paul Thornley (Narrator)

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The Fall

"From the glittering heights of ‘80s stardom to the shadowy depths of betrayal, Johnny Klein’s comeback turns deadly when a mysterious death drags him into a web of secrets. In THE FALL, Martin Kemp delivers a gripping thriller where fame’s darkest price could be fatal. Johnny Klein is back! The new thriller from the music, film and TV legend Martin Kemp. The bigger the star, the harder they fall. Johnny Klein, fallen ‘80s pop icon, thinks life is finally on the up. He’s basking in the luxury of the French Riviera – hoping his worst days are behind him. But when a man falls from a window to his death in London, Johnny is forced to confront the darkest corners of his fame. Thrust into a dangerous game of lies and betrayal, Johnny must uncover a deadly secret, before somebody else dies… Readers love The Fall! This is a sharp, twisty read full of heart ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It’s a good read! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Another brilliant book! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Johnny Klein is a great character!’ Kimberley Chambers"

Martin Kemp (Author), Paul Thornley (Narrator)

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Houston Night

"Supernatural detective Jack Nightingale used to be a police negotiator in a previous life - back in the days before he confronted devils and demons for a living. So when a young woman embarks on a killing spree in a Houston mansion, Nightingale is the perfect choice to intervene. But there is nothing that Nightingale can do to stop the slaughter. And there is worse to come. More killings. More bloodshed. More young women with murderous intentions. The killings aren't random - a demon from Hell is orchestrating the massacres as part of a diabolical scheme. And the only way that Nightingale can stop the carnage is to put his own soul on the line."

Stephen Leather (Author), Paul Thornley (Narrator)

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The East Ham Golem

"The streets of East London teem with different languages, cultures and religions. Private investigators Lee Arnold and Mumtaz Hakim are well-versed in the community's tensions, the sad day-to-day reality that includes the desecration of graves at Plashet Jewish cemetery in East Ham. However, the destruction of these final resting places leads to a disturbing discovery - one of the damaged coffins does not contain human remains, but instead a sculpture of a man made of clay. This so-called 'golem', a term from Jewish myth given to a figure brought to life by supernatural means, proves intriguing to Arnold and Hakim, even more so when it is stolen in an armed raid from a police storage facility, leaving a man dead in its wake. The case leads the pair into the past in London and Prague, and onto the trail of a jewel worth killing for."

Barbara Nadel (Author), Paul Thornley (Narrator)

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