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Peter Hodgson's detective mystery novel - 'Critical Murder'

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A dirty bomb explodes amidst an anti-war protest in North London. Severe injuries, caused by toxic fumes from a uranic compound used in the bomb; put Britain's security services on high alert. Tara Drake is an attractive highly trained agent. She is promoted into a special unit of MI5's anti-terrorist branch. When suspicion falls on an extremist group called The Amama, Drake is assigned the job of helping her colleagues track down the mastermind behind the attack. Over 200 miles away in Cumbria, DI Dave Perry finally escapes his lethargy when a call takes him to a grisly crime scene in Glenmar Forest. The bizarre, brutal murder of a nuclear plant worker has no obvious motive. The only clue - writing on the soles of the victim's feet - steers Perry's investigation in two directions. Criticised by his superior, Perry follows his intuition in a desperate search for answers. As more tragic events unfold, Perry is forced into a confrontation against a formidable foe an

A captivating thriller - 'Sins of the Father'

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Ruthlessly manipulated for most of his adult life by a cunning enemy posing as his friend, half drowned and enslaved in the Congo and hoodwinked in New York, Doctor James Parker slides into a deep pit of depression. Utterly consumed by misery and grief with his best friend and his fiancé missing, his family decimated by the death of his father and his beloved sister, he is past listening to reason and believes he has every reason to kill his generous benefactor, the man he blames for all his misfortunes. But the gallows await! After a cruel start in life, abandoned outside an orphanage as a baby, Billy Turpin grows up to become big, strong and handsome, a natural and highly successful entrepreneur running several companies. Greedy councillors, gullible men and women are willingly hypnotized by his wealth, his easy confidence and charismatic charm. But one person suspects he is also a psychopathic killer with a very personal and mysterious grudge against him, his family and friends.

Earning a Crust - Logic doesn’t come into it

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Fascinating and engaging autobiography of career after Royal Air Force service. By Derek Rosser The author’s literary efforts covering his experiences as a National Serviceman in the RAF in the 1950s (A Reluctant Recruit) generated such a favourable reception, so much so that he embarked on a second, more or less true, account of his life as a typical boy growing up in the thirties and forties (Call Me Valentine). This is his third book, completing the trilogy. It is the account of what happened to him after leaving the Royal Air Force; it is the story of a long, and mainly happy, interesting working career. The author Derek Rosser says: “For the best part of forty years I was engaged in trying to earn enough money to keep body and soul together. Some of it was enjoyable, some of it was frustrating and some of it was downright misery….” …Find out more… ‘Earning a Crust’, an entertaining read! “A fascinating autobiography” …publishedbestsellers.com

Read and Soar - "Very readable, it makes an ideal handbook for parents"

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‘Read & Soar’ is about the many benefits and joys of reading for adults and kids and how to get children to enjoy reading from an early age so they can achieve more at school. Research shows that a love of reading is more important for a child’s educational success than their family’s wealth or class. Between the covers of a book exists a sort of paradise, reading is able catapult you from your daily existence to a different world in the twinkling of an eye… Where will your reading adventure take you? A Review by Delyth Humphreys, National Year of Reading 2008 Wales Coordinator ‘A truly inspirational book, full of very quotable quotes about books and reading. Very readable, it makes an ideal handbook for parents, with hints and tips on how to motivate children to read. It also considers ways in which reading empowers the individual and the benefits of reading to health and wellbeing. A treasure chest of ideas for those working with children and young people, it will ring many be

Erections in the Far East

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Highly enjoyable, self-deprecating humorous travel stories from the Far East Author: David Rowley Join Rowley in his light hearted and self-deprecating antics as he works his way around SE Asia, building communication towers on and off the beaten track. This book is about the exciting adventure, the places, people and cultures in Borneo, Thailand, Bangkok, Vietnam and Cambodia. It’s not all humour and frolics. Rowley also gives a brief but interesting insight into the history of each location and the influence of the western world. Author David Rowley says: “…I have written from the self-deprecating humour angle and would hope that the reader had a chuckle, or at least a smile, every other page or so. Keeping the material clean throughout was perhaps the hardest part, I wanted to avoid lots of swearing which seems to be commonplace in books covering the working man’s environment. Though discussing subjects such as STIs without bordering on the cruder style wasn’t always easy.” …Find

An intriguing detective mystery novel. The Bones of Murder

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While renovating the derelict twelfth-century chapel attached to their new house in rural Worcestershire in 1972, Grace and Benjamin Hothersall uncover three skeletons, which have clearly been the victims of murder. When news of this reaches the newspapers, a series of anonymous letters and telephone-calls begins at the Hothersall residence. Clearly the murders are of not just historical interest, since someone very much alive seems determined to prevent further disclosures. Inspector Wickfield finds himself involved in a complex and baffling investigation, which embraces local witchcraft, a student of the cabala, abduction, a boy’s curse, a hidden will, a stranger in Cornwall, death in a railway carriage – and a Latin textbook of 1563! It nearly proves too much for him, but light dawns eventually and leads to a tense trial which brings the case to a close. As always, the reader is given as much information as the detectives and is challenged to spot the crucial clue in the labyrint

How Can Self Development Books Change Your Life?

 Inspirational and self-development books are a big hype these days. But before you buy, you must know whether reading these books help. Yes, these books help. Self-development books can be a powerful tool in your personal growth arsenal if used properly. These books are more cost-effective than therapy but can offer you equal benefits. Self-development books also allow you to progress at your own pace. This is one of the reasons why people find reading these books more comfortable than going for professional assistance. In addition, learning how to benefit from the inspirational and self-development books like Games inventor Michael Kindred books can help you to avoid all the pitfalls of fake gurus and fads while getting most for your money and time. Benefits of Inspirational and Self-Development Books: 1. These books allow you to more positively interpret yourself and the world: If you read a self-development book regularly, your brain will be flooded with uplifting concepts and po

Historical Fictions- All You Need To Know About These Treasures

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Historical fiction offers a thorough analysis of the recognizable human character within a particular set of circumstances. This way, it allows the readers to re-experience the human and social motives that led people to think, feel, and act as they did in the historical reality. So, by reading historical fiction, people develop the awareness that historical events have a great impact on contemporary times. Historical fiction also offers the readers a thorough insight into the minds of people of past generations. Therefore, these books induce empathy and develop a live connection between past and present. So, if you like reading historical fiction, then you can also enjoy reading by downloading fiction historical eBook .   Why do People Choose to Read Fiction Historical Books?   Reading historical fiction is a great way to learn more about history. Good authors always research the time when the story took place and then they weave some interesting details into the story. The result is

Making It - Seriously enjoyable; action packed; commercial fiction

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Mark Edmondson releases a seriously enjoyable; action packed; commercial fiction about breaking out of a rut; starting a recruitment business; achieving success and having a bit of a laugh along the way  The Plot Would you do anything to make it? When everything is at stake: marriage, money, your house and your reputation, there is no second chance if you lose. Laurie is determined to prove to the sceptical Sally that he is no loser. But making that transition from naïve impoverished late adolescence to dynamic, confident, solvent manhood is a difficult and dangerous journey for him. Knowing that taking up a mediocre, predictable career would stifle him, he becomes a high–risk entrepreneur. But the more success he achieves, the bigger and tougher his enemies and challenges become. Then he meets the most ruthless of them all, the charismatic corporate crook, Chas Wray. Will he do the deal of his life with Wray or will he just become yet another one of Wray’s miserable victims

The Flame Lily Weeps

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This unique autobiography describes the life of a white Zimbabwean growing up in Zimbabwe-Rhodesia. It reveals and elucidate the perspectives and truth of poignant issues in the country’s transition from a British colony to an independent, one-party state, giving an insight into the build up to the political and economic anarchy that has thrown Zimbabwe into a financial abyss and that transformed a one time flourishing country into a land ravaged by hunger, disease and poverty. The Flame Lily Weeps Have you read this book? Found it interesting / informative / entertaining / useful / inspirational etc.? Please share you views. Thank you.

Gift Horse

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Fiction novel set in competition and livery yard in Derbyshire, written by horse lover Polly Morten. A highly enjoyable novel tinted with romance and crime The Plot Sarah Hallam’s last term at University was wrecked by her conviction that she had a stalker, although nobody would take her seriously. After her finals, she takes refuge with her novelist cousin Paddy, who believes in both the stalker and Sarah’s fears.  Sarah takes a temporary job as a groom at Swallowfield Grange, a competition and livery yard in Derbyshire, owned by glamorous event rider Gussie Stanton and her husband Oliver. Sarah’s job proves to be much more than a groom in many ways. The advent of Gussie’s handsome nephew, Tim Walters, and his string of event horses, upsets Sarah’s new found equilibrium, while Tim appears to barely notice her existence, until her safety is threatened, when he acts with uncharacteristic and surprising gallantry. Find out more: Gift Horse Have you read this book? Found it

Chris Pownall releases a hilarious autobiography - 'Funny How Things Work Out'

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Chris Pownall releases a hilarious autobiography including a fifty year fulfilling career and various travels around the world. "This hilarious autobiography is sure to put a smile on your face." This is the story of Chris Pownall’s life beginning from early childhood to retirement. Chris’ autobiography is unique because he tells his story with a slant towards the more hilarious side of his life. Chris has always had a reputation for being there when things were going wrong–but it’s nothing to do with him really! His former work colleagues will bear witness to situations involving freak weather conditions and disrupted travelling arrangements. His sense of humour has seen him through many difficult situations–which he managed to salvage with wit and discretion (Even if he says so himself)! …Find out more… Funny How Things Work Out   ...An authentic biography……. publishedbestsellers.com . .

Straight talking and positive book review. Drifting Beneath the "Red Duster".

Well mate I have just finished the Book and this is my honest opinion of it! On starting to read I found that your introduction was just great, it gives the insight of what you wanted in life and made for a good start! Your experiences both on board and ashore in the various ports were excellent, you gave the honest an open way that you lived the years, there are some really spicy parts but this makes it all the more realistic, as we all as Seaman know just what that was all about! All of your stories may well ring Bells in many an Ear,what with the happy times and the crazy times too! Fights, Police, you name it I am sure most of us went through a bit of that! I know I did anyway, possibly not the same but some very close to what you talk of! Amazing just how we can recall all the times we had, and its great to read things like this, as it sure does revive the old Brain, and brings back very good memories, be they hostile, Funny or just sheer joy! I am sure that you will ge

Sharks That Walk On Land - An authentic account

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Ron Palmer releases a superbly written historical fiction based on an authentic account of the events leading up to the tragic death of Captain James Cook. It is February 1779; Captain James Cook is on his last voyage to the Pacific. This is a fascinating fictionalised account of the sad events leading up to the demise of James Cook. Although written as a novel the content has been thoroughly researched from the officers journals of Cook's last voyage of discovery to the Pacific, and in this respect is an authentic account of the events leading up to his tragic death at the hands of the Hawaiians. Find out more…Sharks That Walk On Land  Sail with Captain Cook in this rousing sea adventure novel. “An exceptionally well-crafted historical novel, beautifully written" …publishedbestsellers.com

A heart warming fictional story of courage and determination, love and loss in rural England

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Brook Breasting Superbly written with deliciously entertaining plotlines – get the kettle on! The new Treasurer of the Brook Breasting Fete Committee the Reverend Rolf James has discovered an anomaly in the accounts. He calls for an Extraordinary General Meeting. Is there a villain to unmask? Chapter by chapter, we see the lives of the main characters in this book held up to close scrutiny. Author John White brings this story to life with a cast of unforgettable characters in an inspiring tale of courage and resolve, love and loss. On the outside, Brook Breasting is a picturesque English village. On the inside, it has the characters that make it uniquely, Brook Breasting. Find out more… Brook Breasting a truly unique and inspiring plot… publishedbestsellers.com

A top-rate whodunnit in the finest British traditions: urbane, cultured and witty.

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The Wichenford Court Murder A sophisticated and stylish fictional detective page-turner guaranteed to entertain and stimulate jaded brain-cells, with a deftly crafted plot that will keep you guessing till the end. Looking for sophisticated and stylish entertainment to stimulate jaded brain-cells? LOOK NO FURTHER! Falconer has shown yet again that he can produce a top-rate whodunnit in the finest British traditions: urbane, cultured and witty.  A suicide before the First World War, a university career cut short by drink and debt, a missed business opportunity, family antagonisms, a threat to jobs on the estate, all give the inspector and his sergeant food for thought – not to mention a headache – until the inspector rumbles the one tiny mistake that leads to the unmasking of the killer. A triumph of literary sophistication! Find out more… The Wichenford Court Murder Compelling detective thriller loaded with twists and turns… publishedbestsellers.com

An unforgettable trip to Mexico, Guatemala and Belize

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Author and Travel writer, Valerie Astill releases an insightful new book based on her unforgettable trip and adventures to Mexico, Guatemala and Belize . This fascinating trip consisted of so much more than learning about ancient civilisations such as the Aztecs, Zapotecs and Mayans and visiting the remains of their once great cities. Whether travelling by coach, visiting a remote site by five-seater aeroplane or travelling upriver by boat, the journey itself was part of the adventure. However, it was the discovery that many Indians still practised ancient customs, plus unexpected events such as an erupting volcano, falling rocks and animals invading the bedroom at night, that made this journey through Mexico, Guatemala and Belize so memorable. Find out more…Temples and Tacos "...An insightful account for the discerning traveller.”   …publishedbestsellers.com

A superb collection of diverse short stories of the unexpected

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Jumble Tales Short and snappy enough for coffee breaks, but long and lingering in the memory. Psychological sharpshooters, fickle football fans and prodigious people who choose to use and misuse their incredible talents invite you into this collection of their jumbled-up worlds. During dark days at work where people reflect both on what could have been and on what could still be, things are never quite what they seem, and never turn out as expected. Steve Morris maintains the momentum from his first book “ In All Probability ” with more of his diverse short stories of the unexpected. With a succinct and precise style, this collection contains something to entertain the keenest of readers. Anything can turn up in a “Jumble Tale.”  Find out more… Jumble Tales A brilliant & unique collection of short stories!... publishedbestsellers.com

The Theologian Slave Trader - Historical account of slave trade in the Gold Coast

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A Personal commentary on Fredericus Svane Africanus' autobiography The Theologian Slave Trader explores the life of Fredericus Petersen, a mulatto adopted in 1710 by a Danish Lutheran Priest at Christiansborg Fort in what is now Ghana and who was subsequently brought back to Denmark as a teenager. Dr Christiana Oware Knudsen, brings the autobiography of Fredericus Petersen to life and contemporary relevance with the lively and engaging approach of an African story-teller, interweaving historical facts with family legends and documented impressions of the period. Find out more:  Spring Leaf Books   |  Pneuma Springs Publishing …intriguing account of one of the worst tragedies in history…  publishedbestsellers.com

No Cousin of Mine - Quite simply a cracking and down to earth read

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A true life post war-time account serving as part of the ground crew of Number 256 Royal Air Force night-fighter squadron. An historical account of events that took place during a two year period between 1952 and 1954. The incidents described in this book, however improbable or implausible they may appear to be, are all completely true and have needed little or no embellishment on the part of the author. It features the ground crew of Number 256 Royal Air Force night-fighter squadron, which served as part of the Second Tactical Air Force in Western Germany. This real life account will inform, intrigue and entertain you in equal measure. Find out more:  Spring Leaf Books   |  Pneuma Springs Publishing