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"From Nikki Shannon Smith, author of Stranded, comes a story of the Titanic, family, survival, and the secrets we hide from those we love. Colette only wants three things: to prove she isn't weak, to get a job, and to uncover the mystery surrounding her father. All her life she's heard that he died in a factory accident, but she's haunted by dreams of bitter cold and a sea of stars -- and part of her knows it's somehow connected to him. Colette is not to work, is not to leave the house, and is to never speak of her father. But when Colette secretly gets a job, she becomes fascinated by the stories that Walter, the store owner, tells. He was aboard the Titanic before it sank. He saw the ship fall beneath the waves and watched as his brother perished in the sea. His memories bewitch Colette in a way she can't explain. She's drawn to the Titanic, and the more she learns, the more intense her dreams become. Then the stock market crashes. As things get desperate, Colette clings to Walter's stories -- especially the ones about a man he knew who shared her father's name. But then Walter reveals a truth that changes Colette's life and identity forever. Can Colette live the life she's lived all these years, knowing the truth now? Can she forgive her mother for lying to her? What if the repercussions of the truth are more daunting than secrets? Her memories aboard the Titanic will be the key to the life she's always been denied. Seamlessly weaving between the Great Depression and a journey aboard the Titanic, Nikki Shannon Smith tells a story about what it means to survive, and all those we leave behind to do so."

Nikki Shannon Smith (Author), Imani Jade Powers, Will Close (Narrator)

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Murder by the Sea - True Crime Stories from our Sinister Shores (Unabridged)

"A beach read like no other! Be prepared for a journey from wherethe land meets the sea, to where life meets death. There is something sinister about a British seaside town. On the surface they're all funfairs and breezy promenades. Yet dig a little deeper in the sand and you soon uncover an underworld of murder, madness and mayhem... Murder by the Sea Vol 1 is a companion book to the long-running true crime documentary series on CBS Reality. Since 2018 the programme has examined some of the most extraordinary murder cases in Britain's seaside towns. From Blackpool to Bournemouth, Southport to Pembrokeshire, people love to be beside the seaside, but away from the piers, the arcades and beautiful beaches lurks some dark secrets. Ten of the series' most powerful and shocking cases feature in Murder by the Sea Vol 1. From serial killers to a 1950s poisoner, from cruel husbands to an unusual murder by a mother and son, these are the true stories of wives, couples and families who had the misfortune to encounter a killer in their everyday lives. With complete access to the extensive interviews conducted by the TV production teams with detectives, forensic psychologists, witnesses and relatives, Murder by the Sea Vol 1 features exclusive additional material and insights that could not be included in the original episodes."

David Howard, Robin Jarossi (Author), Will Close (Narrator)

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The Truth About You and Me - The BRAND NEW heartbreaking romance about a perfect love story built on the biggest secret from Emma Cooper for 2025 (Unabridged)

Emma Cooper (Author), Gemma Lawrence, Will Close (Narrator)

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The Dogwalkers' Detective Agency: ‘Brilliant – I inhaled it. I love dogs and I love detectives. This is actually my dream book’ Claudia Winkleman

"Brought to you by Penguin. A DELIGHTFULLY TWISTY NEW MURDER MYSTERY, PERFECT FOR COSY CRIME FANS AND DOG LOVERS EVERYWHERE They've got a lot of leads...but can they collar a killer? When Charlie Boardman and his beloved Staffy, Ruby, stumble across a corpse in the woods, the sleepy coastal town of Framstone is rocked by the discovery that the local pub landlord has been murdered. Charlie and his fellow dogwalkers take it upon themselves to try and sniff out any clues that might help the local police with their investigation. But what begins as idle speculation and gossip quickly becomes something more sinister, when Charlie starts receiving anonymous threats warning him off the case. Then, a second body washes up on the beach… Can Charlie hunt down a killer, before he becomes the next victim? © Michael Hogan 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Michael Hogan (Author), Will Close (Narrator)

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This Thing Called Love

Debbie Howells (Author), Helen Phillips, Will Close (Narrator)

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Lovers of Franz K.

"Shortlisted for Best Audio: Crime & Thriller at the 2025 British Audio Awards While the youth uprising sweeps across Europe, a debate about Franz Kafka appears in student magazines, arguing that publishing the texts Kafka left behind against his will is unfaithful to his legacy. When Kafka's best friend, Brod, is injured in an attempted assassination, assailant Ferdy Kaplan is captured and questioned by Commissioner Muller at the West Berlin police station. As his interrogation progresses, Kaplan's background is revealed piece by piece, from the love story between him and his childhood friend Amalya, to their shared passion for Kafka, which leads them to join a radical group. But when a shocking discovery is made about the person who ultimately set Brod's attempted murder in motion, Kaplan and Muller agree to work together to expose the truth."

Burhan Sönmez (Author), Lucy Scott, Mark Meadows, Max Dowler, Seán Barrett, Simon Brett, Will Close, Willow Nash (Narrator)

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The Price of Dormice

"When Mick is almost killed by Oxford's influential chief planner Conrad, the near-miss and ensuing violence awaken his sense of justice. Conrad colludes with venerable St Mark's College in their sale of a 650-acre farm for development. Strategically located in the OxCam Growth Arc, the development will involve bulldozing a nature reserve and its dormice. Mick joins in the protest. Meanwhile Conrad's wife Kimberly demands a divorce and extends a helping hand to Mick. But tragedy strikes when two people, believed to be Conrad and Kimberly, die in a suspected arson attack on their home. Mick becomes prime suspect, and he soon realises truth hardly matters in this game of privileged versus powerless. The privileged set the rules, forcing Mick and friends to resort to blackmail and guerrilla tactics. Amidst murders, romance blooms, yet the fate of the dormice hangs in the balance."

Steve Lunn (Author), Will Close (Narrator)

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Making of Us

"Preorder the BRAND NEW heartfelt book club pick from bestseller Debbie Howells Two people are about to take off on a journey that could change their whole lives. . . As the plane surges up into the clouds, Stevie finds herself clutching the hand of the stranger sitting in the seat next to her. It is a moment that will change everything. But Ned is heading to see his dying mother, and Stevie is returning to France to escape a terrible loss in her past. Neither of them can think about that tiny flame that just flickered between them. But then their paths keep crossing, leading them both to the same beautiful community garden in a small French village; run by a mysterious old man named Zeke - a man with many of his own secrets. As it becomes clear that fate is going to keep bringing them together - the two of them have to ask - are they ready for a happy-ever-after? Do they even know how to find it? As the seeds grow into plants and flowers all around them, Stevie begins to wonders if Zeke - and his garden - might just have the answers. . . The Making Of Us is a heart-warming, uplifting novel about love, heartbreak, and living your truest life. Perfect for fans of Lucy Diamond, Beth Moran, and Nicholas Sparks. Readers love Debbie Howells: 'Wow. . . this book. It's very rare that a book captivates me from the first few pages alone, but this one definitely did. This was so beautifully written and so well thought out. I flew through it. It's a raw story of friendship, love, grief, and so much more. . . Incredible. ' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A massive WOW!. . . An emotional journey of heartbreak, grief and loss. . . A powerful, magical and quite simply beautiful read. . . You will lose your heart to this wonderfully touching and bittersweet tale. ' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Oh boy! It's poignant, it's raw, it's blooming emotional. Tissues at the ready. . . We don't know what may be around the corner. . . A stunning read, one that took my breath away. Very highly recommended. ' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A beautifully written tearjerker, and worth every single one of my tears! I'm not prone to getting sentimental, so that's saying a lot. . . It was sad and heartbreaking, but there was beauty. . . [It] reminds us of the power of love and what it can do. . . A five-star experience!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A book that made me cry so much. . . about acceptance of loss and death. . . about soulmates and friendship. I loved it. ' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

Debbie Howells (Author), Claire Storey, Will Close (Narrator)

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The Girl From London

"London, 1940. Ruth, a young schoolteacher, volunteers as an escort helping to evacuate children from war-torn Britain to Australia and New Zealand. On the voyage, she forms an unexpected bond with nine-year-old Fergus - and with Bobby, a fellow volunteer who initially infuriates Ruth with his laidback air, yet somehow gets under her skin and throws her ordered life into chaos. Tragedy strikes on Ruth's return voyage, when the RANGITANE is attacked by German raiders. As the ship goes down, the surviving passengers are taken as prisoners of war aboard the German vessel. To the rest of the world, they are missing, presumed dead. Decades later in Auckland, Hazel boards a plane to London, eager to explore Europe. Sitting next to her is a man named Joe. On her lap is a treasured book from her grandfather, Fergus. A book that will finally reveal Ruth's story."

Olivia Spooner (Author), Julia Kellett, Lucy Scott, Will Close (Narrator)

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Wicked Lady - The BRAND NEW utterly spellbinding novel from Elena Collins, based on the TRUE STORY of a female highwayman for 2024 (Unabridged)

"'Incredibly atmospheric, haunting and poignant.' Nicola Cornick 1648 - Hertfordshire Thirteen-year-old Katherine Ferrers is in despair at being betrothed to arch-Royalist Thomas Fanshawe whose family are hellbent on plundering her family's fortune to champion the exiled Charles. As her unhappy marriage stretches before her, her only comfort is her beloved childhood home The Cell. But as the years pass and Kate grows restless, a new passion, a new love and a dangerous calling threaten to upend everything she's ever known. Present Day - Hertfordshire Charlie Wolfe jumps at the chance to help his uncle renovate a tumbledown cottage overlooking Nomansland Common. Number One Constable's Cottages was once the home of the man charged with ridding the common of the highwaymen who terrorised travellers. But it's the story of The Wicked Lady, the notorious female highway robber, that captures Charlie's imagination, and some long winters' nights he's sure he can the hoofbeats of her horse echoing across time. What drove this mystery woman to risk everything for a life of crime, and why is she still restless, wandering the common in grief? It seems only Charlie can finally uncover the secret Katherine Ferrers has kept for hundreds of years; a secret of a terrible betrayal and a tragic love that was never meant to end this way... USA Today bestselling author Judy Leigh writing as Elena Collins, brings you this spellbinding and heartbreaking timeslip novel, uncovering the intriguing story of another brave woman that history forgot. Perfect for fans of Barbara Erskine, Nicola Cornick, Diana Gabaldon and Louise Douglas. Praise for Elena Collins: 'The emotionally powerful story of Katherine Ferrers really gripped me and the spooky sightings of her ghost were spine-tingling. Elena writes so beautifully and weaves the threads of the stories together so masterfully. Both heartbreaking and hopeful, it's a brilliant read.' Nicola Cornick 'A wonderful book by a fabulous author. Very highly recommended.' Louise Douglas 'The Lady of The Loch held me spellbound from the first page to the last. With two storylines beautifully woven together to create a seamless tale of love, loss, betrayal and, above all, hope, it's a must-read. Collins's detailed knowledge of the period trickles through the tale wrapping the reader in a vivid shifting world as it moves between the 14th century and present day. Cleverly researched and exquisitely written, The Lady of The Loch is a timeless story of hope, family and love. I loved it.' Alexandra Walsh What readers are saying about Elena Collins: 'Amazing book, couldn't put it down. Beautiful story, held me focused from the very start. A must read if you are a lover of history, romance and spirits. Perfect!!!' 'Beautifully written, totally believable, an historical eye opener and love story. What more could you ask for?' 'I adore how this author weaves the past and present. All three of her books have familiar settings for me, and so, it was easy for me to picture the places; that said, she's described them so beautifully, I can see everything just as a picture. Great writing in my 'book'. I tend to always enjoy the past timeline rather than the present, but get bored with historical novels?! I'd recommend Elena Collins until I'm blue in the face.' 'This time slip novel is totally believable and beautifully crafted. The emotions from another time are strong enough to resonate in today's world. You just want to read and read and not put it down. This author's books are always delightful.' 'Another beautifully written book from this author. Her writing really draws you in and you can feel the atmosphere oozing out of every page. Loved this story and can't wait for more books by Elena Collins.'"

Elena Collins (Author), Antonia Beamish, Will Close (Narrator)

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The Day of the Jackdaw

"Village newcomer Alex must vanquish a vicious feathered foe to finally feel at home in this madcap caper from comedy genius and bestselling author Jo Simmons. Alex is not happy that his family are moving to the village of Noggings. He’s even less happy when he discovers that Noggings is under siege from a vicious jackdaw called Graham who has been dive-bombing kids in the school playground and terrorising locals. Surely, it’s only a matter of time before Alex himself is targeted. But can he defend himself against the flapping fiend and learn what’s really behind these angry avian attacks?"

Jo Simmons (Author), Will Close (Narrator)

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Pipe Dreams - The Secret Diary of a Neighbourhood Plumber (Unabridged)

"'Warm, insightful . . . hilarious and at times heartbreaking! A modern-day Dickens' Abi Morgan'Original, funny, and heart-warming' Lucy Searle, Homes & GardenEver wondered what really goes on behind closed doors?Over more than twenty years working as a plumber, Nick has shared thousands of mugs of tea with hundreds of fascinating people. Here he gives his plumber's-eye view of society in a series of entertaining, amusing and outrageous beneath-the-kitchen-sink dramas. While fixing pipes, Nick was also looking for characters to write about. In his toolbox, in addition to spanners, he had a notebook, which wasn't just for jotting down measurements. And 'the secret plumber' has some great stories to tell, about people who might just be your friends, family or neighbours. There's the frankly terrifying high-court judge, whose wife calls the shots; the divorcing woman, using him to help her build a rather bizarre botox business; and all the wonderful people he meets when his number is posted on Grindr as an LGBTQ+-friendly plumber. This book is Tales of the Unexpected - in overalls. It shows London as it really is: one of the most diverse places on the planet, ranging from downright dangerous to preposterously posh. To Nick, London is a melting pot, filled with an extraordinary variety of fascinating people, who have one thing in common - they all need a plumber!"

Nicholas James (Author), Will Close (Narrator)

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