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  The Nameless Man

  Natalie Sumner Lincoln

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  "The Nameless Man" by Natalie Sumner Lincoln is a captivating novel set against the turbulent backdrop of the early 20th century, a time rife with political tension and intrigue. This gripping narrative delves deep into themes of espionage and deception, artfully weaving the lives of characters like the resolute Colonel Calhoun and the enigmatic Julian Barclay, who find themselves ensnared in a sinister web of conspiracy and murder. 
  The story opens with Colonel Calhoun, a man burdened by the ominous shadows cast by Japan as tensions simmer in the Pacific. His heart thunders with a fierce, unwavering concern for America’s military and economic security. In a tense discourse with a trusted companion, he lays bare the depths of his fears regarding espionage and the looming specter of conflict. This opening scene not only establishes the gravity of his worries but also sets the stage for a thrilling drama that promises twists and turns. 
  As the plot thickens, Colonel Calhoun's fate intertwines with that of Julian Barclay, who soon becomes embroiled in the chilling mystery surrounding the death of a fellow traveler, the ill-fated Tilghman, on a clandestine train journey. With each revelation, the stakes soar higher, uncovering intricate layers of intrigue, hidden identities, and perhaps even romantic entanglements that weave a complex tapestry around the lives of these compelling characters. The narrative ripples with suspense, drawing readers into a world where loyalty and betrayal dance perilously close, and where every decision could have devastating consequences.

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  Killing It

  Mike Bockoven

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  From the twisted and imaginative mind of Mike Bockoven, author of the cult classic FANTASTICLAND, comes a wholly original and witty new novel of terror, perfect for fans of FROM DUSK TIL DAWN and SHAUN OF THE DEAD. 
   
  Since the late 1980's, The Square had been one of the most important clubs in New York for the alt-comedy scene. But before that it was something much darker and is now a place where evil lingers, waiting for a chance to spill blood. 
   
  After a night of killing on stage, four comics find themselves in a desperate situation as the spirits of the past come out to play, and a fight for laughs becomes a fight for survival in the most unlikely of places.

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  The Aberdyll Onion - And Other...

  Victor Canning

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  The collected short stories of the great Victor Canning, originally written and published in the 1950s and 1960s – full of humour, charm, and in true fashion of classic crime writing. 
  Canning’s heart-warming vignettes and clever mysteries take us from a Welsh valley to a far-off island and across the French countryside – introducing unforgettable characters and stories along the way.  Praise for Victor Canning: 
  ‘His gift of story-telling is obviously innate. Rarely does one come on so satisfying an amalgam of plot, characterisation and good writing.’ Punch 
  ‘Quite delightful … with an atmosphere of quiet contentment and humour that cannot fail to charm.’ Daily Telegraph 
  ‘A swift-moving novel, joyous, happy and incurably optimistic.’ Evening Standard 
  ‘There is such a gentle humour in the book.’ Daily Sketch 
  ‘What counts for most in the story … is his mounting pleasure in vagabondage and the English scene.’ The Times 
  ‘A paean to the beauties of the English countryside and the lovable oddities of the English character.’ New York Times

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  The Prime Minister

  Anthony Trollope

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  The Prime Minister is a novel by Anthony Trollope, published in 1876, and is the fifth installment in the "Palliser" series. The story revolves around Plantagenet Palliser, the Duke of Omnium, who becomes Prime Minister of a fragile coalition government formed when neither the Whigs nor the Tories can govern alone.Initially hesitant about his leadership abilities, Palliser gradually finds confidence in his role. However, he faces significant challenges due to the internal divisions within his government and his own rigid nature, which complicates his efforts to enact meaningful policies. 
  A central subplot involves Ferdinand Lopez, a socially ambitious man of ambiguous background who marries Emily Wharton against her father's wishes. Lopez's charm initially captivates Emily, but she soon discovers his many flaws. After a failed attempt to secure a parliamentary seat—encouraged by Lady Glencora Palliser, who hosts lavish gatherings to boost her husband's political standing—Lopez's fortunes decline. He becomes embroiled in a scandal involving election expenses that leads to public outrage and personal tragedy.

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  Gone to Ground

  Bronwyn Hall

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  HUNTED. ALONE. AFRAID...  
  A heart-in-the-mouth and utterly addictive adventure thriller from a phenomenal debut Australian talent. 
    
  UN surgeon Rachel Forester is posted at a remote medical clinic deep in the jungle of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. With violence escalating in the region, Dr Forester risks her life by remaining to tend an injured child while the rest of her team evacuates. On the cusp of her final desperate chance to leave, a soldier is carried into the camp by three other members of his unit, his condition so critical, his airlift must take priority over hers.  
  With no help coming, and in the path of warring militias, this small unit must flee through the heart of the jungle to reach the safety of the province capital. But in the dark wilderness lies a strangling web of crime and corruption. As they get deeper, they discover a sinister mining operation and stolen children with evidence indicating shadowy ties to the UN. But aren't those the people Dr Forester works for? The only people who know she's still lost out there? And now, the people who want her dead? 
  The further they delve, the more the web closes around them. Will they make it out alive? 
  PRAISE: 
  'An explosive debut! Gone to Ground is a heart-stopping, action-packed story from start to finish ... Full of tension, suspense, and a touch of romance, this edge-of-your-seat read is just begging for a big screen adaptation.' - Better Reading 
  'Unexpected and totally thrilling - this debut novel by Aussie author Bronwyn Hall was brilliant! Fast paced action, packed full of a thrilling adventure with a steaming romance that is not to be missed. I loved it!' - Great Reads and Tea Leaves 
  'A stunning debut from author Bronwyn Hall. This fast-paced, tension-fuelled ride into the darkest recesses of the Congo will keep you firmly on the edge of your seat even as you laugh and cry and fall in love with the characters. Take a breath and strap in, because you won't put this down until the final page.' - SARAH BARRIE, Australian author of UNFORGIVEN

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  Christmas Presents

  Lisa Unger

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  Madeline Martin has built a life for herself as the young owner of a thriving business, The Next Chapter Bookshop, despite her tragic childhood and now needing to care for her infirm father. When Harley Granger, a failed novelist turned true crime podcaster, drifts into her shop in the days before Christmas, he seems intent on digging up events that Madeline would much rather forget. She's the only surviving victim of Evan Handy, the man who was convicted of murdering her best friend Steph, and is suspected in the disappearance of two sisters, also good friends of Madeline's, who have been missing for nearly a decade. 
   
   
   
  Harley Granger has a gift for seeing things that others miss. He wasn't much of a novelist, but his work as a true crime author and podcaster has earned him fame and wealth—and some serious criticism for his various unethical practices. Still, visiting Little Valley to be closer to his dying father has caused him to look into a case that many people think is closed—and some want reopened. 
   
   
   
  Since Evan Handy went to jail, three other young women have gone missing, most recently a young college dropout named Lolly. Five young women missing in the same area in a decade. Are they connected? Was Evan Handy innocent after all? Or was there some else there that night? Someone who is still satisfying his dark appetites?

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