Trapped by an evil dictatorship, will Cristian be forced to betray his family or will he risk everything he loves to resist? A bestselling YA thriller based on real events, from a prizewinning author.
Cristian has lived his entire life in the grip of a repressive dictatorship. The country is governed by fear. When the secret police blackmail him, Cristian has an impossible choice. Save the life of his sick grandfather by informing on his family, or risk his life - and all of theirs - by resisting?
At 17, Cristian dreams of being free but doesn't know where to turn. In this climate of constant suspicion, can he trust his best friend, his girlfriend or even his family?
Closely based on the real events of the Romanian Revolution of 1989, this is a powerful, heart-breaking thriller from the author of Salt to the Sea, winner of the Carnegie Medal.
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‘The Whisperwicks is a brilliantly spun and wholly original story. This is an exciting new voice in children’s fiction’ Abi Elphinstone, bestselling author of Sky Song
The spell-binding world-building of Philip Pullman with the page-turning kid appeal of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief. Discover a world of magic and secrets, friendship and unimaginable quests in this spectacular new fantasy series from the most exciting new voice in children's books.
A boy who doesn't believe in magic. An impossible world that will change his mind.
Eleven-year-old Benjamiah Creek believes in science, logic and the power of reason. He definitely does not believe in magic. But when he receives a mysterious gift in the post - a doll that can transform into a bird - he is led into the impossible (and most definitely magical) world of Wreathenwold, where dark secrets are lost amongst a vast labyrinth of streets.
Benjamiah soon finds himself swept along in a dangerous quest - led by the fierce and brilliant Elizabella, who is determined to solve the disappearance of her missing brother.
Will Benjamiah ever find his way home and discover his puzzling connection with this strange, enchanted world?
'A breathtaking debut - I love the heartfelt friendship, fantastical worldbuilding, and sheer amount of warmth that runs throughout this book' Natasha Hastings, author of The Miraculous Sweetmakers
'Lees makes the world of Wreathenwold come alive . . . An adventure story full of twists, action and mild scares that will suit a reader who enjoys Harry Potter, or Percy Jackson, weaving together magic, mythology and human relationships.' Children's Books Ireland
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'A MASTER OF PUZZLES AND PLOT TWISTS' E. Lockhart, author of We Were Liars
Intrigue, riches, and romance abound in the second thrilling instalment in the global bestselling Inheritance Games series. Perfect for fans of Karen McManus and Holly Jackson.
A DEADLY GAME. A PUZZLE TO SOLVE. A FORTUNE AT STAKE.
ONE STEP FORWARDS.
Avery thought that solving the riddle left by billionaire Tobias Hawthorne would reveal why he left her - a complete stranger - his entire fortune.
TWO STEPS BACK.
But as the cryptic clues pile up and Jameson and Grayson, two of the handsome and enigmatic Hawthorne grandsons, continue to pull her in different directions, Avery wonders who she can really trust.
SECRETS UPON SECRETS.
Soon Avery realizes this game is no longer just about money and power. Now she's playing for her life
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What the readers are saying about The Hawthorne Legacy:
“Fast-paced and full of fun from the get go!”
“This entire trilogy is phenomenal!”
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“Filled to the brim with red herrings, twists, turns, secrets and cryptic clues – I can’t wait for the next book!”
“I want to re-read this immediately, I am so invested and want to solve all of the riddles!”
“I was swooning through the entire book, I’m not sure if I’ll ever decide which Hawthorne brother I love the most!”
Two sisters, two very different lives: the next edge-of-your-seat thriller by Sophie McKenzie, author of the bestselling, Girl Missing.
Asha has spent her life on an island community built on the principle of truth. But she discovers she has been lied to about something huge – a secret sister called Willow.
Willow has always believed her twin sister died years ago. So when she receives a message in the middle of the night from a girl claiming to be Asha, she doesn’t know what to think.
Can they piece together the truth about their pasts and find their way back to each other?
Soon to be a BBC Television series in 2026!
An irresistible series about chosen family, high stakes thievery, and what it really means to do good. Perfect for fans of M.G. Leonard and Anthony Horowitz.
It's Gabriel's second year at Crookhaven School for Thieves. And with a tricky Break-In challenge to the teacher's section of the library to attempt, plus a new class called Reclamation, his Miscreant year is already off to a busy start.
Then Gabriel and his friends learn about Maravel's Maze. Hidden deep beneath the lake, forgotten about by the school, it's a labyrinth of obstacles. Each tests a crook-related skill - and all are nearly impossible.
But the impossible has never stopped Gabriel's crew before, especially not when there's something at the heart of the maze that they all desperately want...
The second book in the 'criminally good' Crookhaven series, the secret school where students are taught to do wrong, so that one day, they can put the world to rights.
""If you loved the Barbie movie, you'll adore this."" THE SUN
""The Handmaid's Tale for the Insta generation."" THE TIMES
""Razor-sharp and compelling, it is essential reading for every teenage girl."" THE OBSERVER
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""A searing exploration of beauty and its meaning for women and girls. Don't miss it."" STYLIST
""Ideal for fans of Louise O'Neill and Laura Bates."" THE GUARDIAN
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BEAUTY COMES AT A PRICE. AND GIRLS MUST PAY.
In Belle and Joni's world there are two options for girls:
One, follow the rules of the Doctrine like Belle: apply your Mask, work hard to be crowned at the Ceremony, be a Pretty.
Or two, fight the rules like Joni: leave your face bare, work hard to escape to the Education, be an Objectionable.
But maybe there is a third option...
Change the rules. Reclaim your power. If you can...
What would you choose?
Uglies meets The Handmaid's Tale for the new YA generation in this mind-blowing novel from bestselling queen of YA Holly Bourne.
Content warning - this novel deals with issues that some readers may find upsetting, including references to pornography and sexual assault.
From New York Times best-selling author Amy Tintera, a high-stakes sci-fi adventure about a teen girl who will do anything to escape her troubled home—even if that means joining a dangerous monster-fighting squad. Perfect for fans of Warcross and Renegades.
Seventeen-year-old Clara is ready to fight back. Fight back against her abusive father, fight back against the only life she’s ever known, and most of all, fight back against scrabs, the earth-dwelling monsters that are currently ravaging the world. So when an opportunity arises for Clara to join an international monster-fighting squad, she jumps at the chance.
When Clara starts training with her teammates, however, she realizes what fighting monsters really means: sore muscles, exhaustion, and worst of all, death. Scrabs are unpredictable, violent, and terrifying. But as Clara gains confidence in her battle skills, she starts to realize scrabs might not be the biggest evil. The true monsters are the ones you least expect.
The edge-of-your-seat YA thriller you've been looking
for ...
'What a debut. So tense – and it didn't lead where I
thought it was going.' SUE WALLMAN, author of YOUR
TURN TO DIE
'Frankenstein meets Heathers. Bonnie and
Clyde for the digital age, Every Line of You is a gripping
thriller about the power of AI and a fresh twist on the intensity
of first love.' AMY MCCAW, author of MINA AND THE
UNDEAD
'Big issues are explored in this thrilling,
high-concept page-turner that I devoured in two sittings.'
PAULA RAWSTHORNE, author of SHELL
Lydia has been creating her AI, Henry, for years – since
before her little brother died in the accident that haunts her nightmares;
since before her dad walked out, leaving her and Mum painfully
alone; since before her best friend turned into her worst
enemy.
Now, Henry is strong, clever, loving and scarily capable: Lydia's
built herself the perfect boyfriend in a hard-drive filled with
lines of code.
But what is Henry really – and how far is he willing
to go to be everything Lydia desires?
EVERY LINE OF YOU's twist after twist will have everyone
talking about Lydia and Henry's complex Bonnie-and-Clyde relationship
Elements of thriller, psychological drama and love: Her
meets Girl, Interrupted with hints of Black
Mirror
This dark, modern twist on young love explores the complexity
and scope of artificial intelligence while also examining
bigger themes of humanity, revenge, grief, love and forgiveness
When there's a murder in the village and a hag is heard howling
at the local inn, secret witch Raven Charming realizes she could
have a rival - one who practises the worst kind of magic. With
the help of amateur sleuth, Mortimer Scratch, and Nightshade, a talking
cat with a feline sense of detection, she sets out to solve
what's been going on...
