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  The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll...

  Robert Louis Stevenson

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  "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" is a captivating novella penned by Robert Louis Stevenson, delving into the profound duality of human nature and the tumultuous struggle between good and evil. Set against the backdrop of Victorian society, it poignantly highlights the era's anxieties surrounding morality and the weight of social expectations. 
  The narrative unfolds with Mr. Utterson, a thoughtful and somewhat reserved lawyer, who one fateful evening strolls with his enigmatic friend, Mr. Enfield. Their conversation takes a chilling turn as Enfield recounts a shocking incident; they are witnesses to a grotesque scene where a malevolent figure—Mr. Hyde—callously tramples a young girl, leaving a trail of horror in his wake. Utterson, filled with unease and confusion, grapples with a disturbing realization: he possesses a will from his esteemed friend, the distinguished Dr. Henry Jekyll, which inexplicably bequeaths all his wealth to the sinister Hyde. This revelation sends Utterson spiraling into a mystery that blurs the lines between respectability and depravity. is a novella by Robert Louis Stevenson that explores the duality of human nature, the conflict between good and evil, and the Victorian anxieties surrounding morality and societal expectations. The story begins with Mr. Utterson, a lawyer, and his friend Mr. Enfield, who witness a disturbing incident: a cruel and violent man named Mr. Hyde tramples a young girl. Utterson is troubled because he has a will from his friend, the respected Dr. Henry Jekyll, that leaves everything to Hyde.

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  In the Walls of Eryx

  H.P. Lovecraft, Kenneth Sterling

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  Set in a future where humanity is colonizing planets across the Solar System, the story follows a soldier stationed on Venus. Tasked with recovering a crystal of vital strategic importance, he soon finds himself caught in a trap laid by the planet’s native, lizard-like inhabitants — a deadly labyrinth of invisible walls. 
  The original version of the story, written by the young Kenneth Sterling (based on the idea from Edmond Hamilton's story "The Monster-God of Mamurth"), was half as long. Lovecraft rewrote the work, preserving as many original elements as possible. 
  The writers adorned "In the Walls of Eryx" with playful references to known individuals in their surroundings (for example, "effjay weeds and slimy ackmanths" are references to the disliked Forrest J Ackerman).

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  J Habakuk Jephson's Statement

  Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

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  J. Habakuk Jephson's Statement is a short story written by Arthur Conan Doyle first published anonymously in The Cornhill Magazine in january 1884.
  Conan Doyle has been inspired by the real case of the ship Mary Celeste which has been found drifting in the Atlantic off Portugal, under full sail but apparently abandoned. He has been one of the first to publish a version of what happened. He drew heavily on fact but included significant differences that have since accredited to the real story, not least in calling the ship the Marie, rather than Mary, Celeste. Some journalists even took his account for real.
  Joseph Habakuk Jephson, a soldier who was hurt in the battle of Antietam during the American Civil War, is in convalescence. One day, an old black maid offers him a black oval shaped stone which belonged to her ancestors. At the end of the war, Jephson gets married and establishes himself as a doctor in Brooklyn.

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  Chickamauga

  Ambrose Bierce

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  Chickamauga is Ambrose Bierce at his most merciless—and most poetic. A young, deaf boy, playing war with a wooden sword, wanders into the real aftermath of one of the bloodiest battles of the American Civil War. What begins as childlike adventure slowly unfolds into a grotesque, nightmarish vision of human destruction.
  With chilling detachment and uncanny beauty, Bierce paints a surreal and horrifying picture of innocence lost in the fog of war. This story is not just a historical tale—it's a brutal commentary on the illusion of glory, the horror of conflict, and the fragile line between fantasy and reality.

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  The Gargoyle Grinch

  Lilith Stone

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  Can her sunshine melt his frozen heart this Christmas? 
   
   
   
  Gargoyle security guard Grayson Lightfoot never celebrates Christmas. It brings back too many bad memories. Besides he's got a job to do—watching over Motham City 24/7 from his rooftop. 
   
   
   
  Maisie doesn't celebrate Christmas either. Orphaned at an early age, she's a sensible human with a mission—to earn enough money to open up a drop-in center for street kids in Motham. So naturally she jumps at a lucrative holiday contract to work as a housekeeper for Grayson. 
   
   
   
  Except Maisie hasn't factored in what a total grinch Grayson is. And sure, he may be handsome, but when her cheery presence meets with stony silence and a granite stare, Maisie's good nature is tested. But when Maisie suddenly gets sick and Grayson flies down from the roof to nurse her, she gets to see a very different side to the grumpy gargoyle. 
   
   
   
  As for Grayson . . . could Maisie be the Christmas gift he's always secretly longed for? 
   
   
   
  Contains mature themes.

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  The Sea House - A BRAND NEW...

  Louise Douglas

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  The latest unforgettable, atmospheric novel from the Richard and Judy NUMBER ONE bestseller. 
  A mysterious bequest and the legacy of a tragic love – only one person can unravel the hidden secrets of the past before it’s too late… 
  When Elisabeth Quemener dies she leaves a small parcel with the instructions that it must only be opened by Astrid Oake. The trouble is, no one knows who Astrid Oake is… 
  Elisabeth’s family turn to Touissants detective agency for help but, when Mila Shepherd and Carter Jackson try to track Astrid down, their frustration soon mounts. Their only clue is a photo of two young women holding the hands of a tiny child. The women are smiling but Mila is haunted by the sadness in their eyes. Is this Astrid and Elisabeth and if so, who is the child? And why are there signs everywhere in Elisabeth’s home that the old woman was frightened despite her living a quiet life with no known enemies? 
  As Elisabeth and Astrid’s story slowly unfolds, Mila feels the walls of her home The Sea House closing in. And as the secrets finally begin to reveal themselves, she is ever more determined to carry out Elisabeth’s final wishes. Because what is inside that unprepossessing parcel might just save a life… 
  Louise Douglas is back in the Brittany seaside town of Morranez with a heart-stopping, heart-breaking, brilliantly written and utterly compelling mystery. Perfect for fans of Kate Morton, Eve Chase and Lucinda Riley. 
  ‘I love the way in which Louise creates such an atmospheric mystery, building the intrigue and suspense brick by brick.’ Nicola Cornick 
  Readers love Louise Douglas: 
  ‘I love reading Louise Douglas. If I pick it up to read, I need to make sure I have at least an hour of spare time as I just don't want to put it down.’ 
  ‘A gripping story, so well told and filled with the unexpected, but with real depth and emotion – I really loved it, and would highly recommend it to others.’ 
  ‘Intelligent, beautifully-written story. So tense I couldn't stop reading, this is one of those books that takes you right out of your head.’ 
  ‘Douglas's stunning prose lifted this book above others, and the storyline was engaging from the off. Easy to see why this author is a best seller. Loved it.’ 
  Praise for Louise Douglas: 
  'I loved The Lost Notebook so much! From the opening lines, I was drawn in to a gripping story, beautifully written and so cleverly orchestrated. I rooted for the main character, I held my breath at the denouement and as for the climax of the book - just wow. Highly recommended.' Judy Leigh 
  'Louise Douglas achieves the impossible and gets better with every book.' Milly Johnson 
  'A brilliantly written, gripping, clever, compelling story, that I struggled to put down. The vivid descriptions, the evocative plot and the intrigue that Louise created, which had me constantly asking questions, made it a highly enjoyable, absolute treasure of a read.' Kim Nash on The Scarlet Dress 
  'Another stunning read from the exceptionally talented Louise Douglas! I love the way in which Louise creates such an atmospheric mystery, building the intrigue and suspense brick by brick. Her writing is always beautiful and multi-layered, her characters warm and relatable and the intriguing nature of the mystery makes this unputdownable.’ Nicola Cornick on The Scarlet Dress 
  'A tender, heart-breaking, page-turning read' Rachel Hore on The House by the Sea 
  'The perfect combination of page-turning thriller and deeply emotional family story. Superb’ Nicola Cornick on The House by the Sea

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