Thrillers

Crime doesn't come better than Connelly: the brand new blockbuster from the crime-thriller powerhouse.

With over 4 million units sold, this award-winning and visually stunning game has taken the gaming world by storm! Now fans can discover Cuphead's untold backstory in this original, middle-grade novel with black-and-white illustrations throughout.

*The Sunday Times No.1 bestseller* EVERYONE'S INVITED. EVERYONE'S A SUSPECT. AND EVERYONE'S TALKING ABOUT IT.

Don't be reckless with your most precious asset - life. This book is your key to survival against the hordes of undead who may be stalking you right now without your even knowing it. The Zombie Survival Guide offers complete protection through proven tips for safeguarding yourself and your loved ones against the living dead.

Sunday Times #1 BestsellerNew York Times #1 BestsellerThe spellbinding new Robert Langdon novel from the author of The Da Vinci Code. On a trail marked only by enigmatic symbols and elusive modern art, Langdon and Vidal uncover the clues that will bring them face-to-face with a world-shaking truth that has remained buried - until now.

The official prequel to the latest instalment of the Far Cry video game series.

The runaway international No.1 bestseller that launched Tom Clancy's spectacular career - became a blockbuster film - and introduced Jack Ryan.THE HUNT IS ON...Silently, beneath the chill Atlantic waters, Russia's ultra-secret missile submarine, the Red October, is heading west.The Americans want her. The Russians want her back. With all-out war only seconds away, the superpowers race across the ocean on the most desperate mission of a lifetime.

After an initial flurry of arrests, both they and the ruthless gang of thieves who took them have vanished without trace. Dealing in stolen books is a dark business, and few are initiated to its arts - which puts Bruce Kable right on the FBI's Rare Asset Recovery Unit's watch list.

The classic thriller that enthralled the nation and heralded the introduction of one of the most iconic figures in cinematic history - Rambo.

A thrilling new adventure from the bestselling author of THE GREAT ZOO OF CHINA and SCARECROW AND THE ARMY OF THIEVES.

Jack Reacher has no place to go, and all the time in the world to get there, so a remote railroad stop on the prairie with the curious name of Mother's Rest seems perfect for an aimless one-day stopover.

Don't Trust This BookDon't Trust These PeopleDon't Trust YourselfAnd whatever you do, DON'T give away that ending...'Sarah Pinborough is about to become your new obsession' Harlan CobenLouiseSince her husband walked out, Louise has made her son her world, supporting them both with her part-time job. But all that changes when she meets...DavidYoung, successful and charming - Louise cannot believe a man like him would look at her twice let alone be attracted to her. But that all comes to a grinding halt when she meets his wife...AdeleBeautiful, elegant and sweet - Louise's new friend seems perfect in every way. As she becomes obsessed by this flawless couple, entangled in the intricate web of their marriage, they each, in turn, reach out to her.But only when she gets to know them both does she begin to see the cracks... Is David really the man she thought she knew and is Adele as vulnerable as she appears?Just what terrible secrets are they both hiding and how far will they go to keep them?'Fully realized characters, peerless writing, a tank of a plot that sustains the suspense right to the end, and a whammy of a finale. It takes a lot to catch me out, but this one did. It'll get you too...' Joanne Harris

Gone Girl meets Fatal Attraction in Caroline Kepnes' You, a chilling account of the twisted psychology behind unrelenting passion.

The Sicilian, penned by the renowned author Mario Puzo, is a captivating masterpiece that transports readers into a world of intrigue and power. Published in 2013 by Cornerstone, this book is a testament to Puzo's storytelling prowess and his ability to weave complex narratives that keep readers on the edge of their seats. The Sicilian is a remarkable addition to the genre of crime fiction, offering a unique perspective on the intricate dynamics of power, loyalty, and survival. Puzo, known for his gripping narratives and unforgettable characters, does not disappoint with this book. The Sicilian is a must-read for anyone who appreciates a well-crafted story that combines suspense, drama, and the raw intensity of human emotions. Published by Cornerstone, this book is a testament to their commitment to bringing high-quality literature to readers around the world.

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Assassins Creed: Forsaken, a new novelisation based on one of the biggest gaming-media franchises in the world, read by the actor Gunnar Cauthery. Assassins Creed: Forsaken is the latest thrilling novelisation by Oliver Bowden based on the phenomenally successful game series. The new game, Assassins Creed III, takes one of gamings most popular franchises to new heights in its most realistic world yet and introduces a brand new Assassin, Connor. Set during the American Revolution, Connor has sworn to secure liberty for his people and his nation and unleashes his powerful skills on the chaotic, blood-soaked battlefields of the hostile American wilderness. Assassins Creed: Forsaken is the story behind who Connor really is and how he has become a deadly killer. The world of the Assassins has become far more lethal than ever before.

One of the most celebrated thrillers ever written, The Day of the Jackal is the electrifying story of the struggle to catch a killer before it's too late. The Day of the Jackal made Frederick Forsyth a world-famous writer overnight and changed the modern thriller.

Killing Floor is the first book in the internationally popular series about Jack Reacher, hero of the blockbuster movie starring Tom Cruise. It presents Reacher for the first time, as the tough ex-military cop of no fixed abode: a righter of wrongs, the perfect action hero.

America is about to emerge into a bright new age - an age that will last until the 1000 days of John F Kennedy's presidency.

Huckleberry Finn had a tough life with his drunk father until an adventure with Tom Sawyer changed everything. But when Huck's dad returns and kidnaps him, he must escpe down the Mississippi river with runaway slave, Jim. They encounter trouble at every turn, from floods and gunfights to armed bandits and the long arm of the law. Through it all the friends stick together but can Huck and Tom free Jim from slavery once and for all?With an inspirational introduction by Darren Shan, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is one of the twelve wonderful classic stories being relaunched in Puffin Classics in March 2008.

Digging swimming pools by hand in Key West, Florida, Jack Reacher is as tanned and as fit as he's ever been. And what about the reappearance of a woman from Reacher's own troubled past?Tripwire is a taut, nailbiting adventure which once again stars Lee Child's irresistible hero, the maverick former military policeman Jack Reacher.

Discover Graham Greene's blackly comic and timely espionage thriller, set amid the vice and squalor of pre-revolutionary Havana. 'British Intelligence being sent up something rotten' Daily Telegraph Wormold is a vacuum cleaner salesman in a city of power cuts.

Featuring Jack Reacher, hero of the blockbuster movie starring Tom Cruise, in his most explosive adventure yet.Never forgive, never forget. But he has a burning desire to right wrongs - and rewrite his own agonizing past. Never explain. Has Reacher lost his sense of right and wrong?

Complete and unabridged, this is Crime and Punishment in an elegantly designed, hardcover edition.

Five Nights at Freddy's fans won't want to miss this collection of three chilling stories that will haunt even the bravest FNAF player...Have you ever wanted something badly, even though you shouldn't? . . . Steve's dreams of a video game programming career and starting a family lead him to take a job that seems too good to be true. Aiden and Jace can't resist scaring some young kids in the tube maze of Freddy Fazbear's Mega Pizzaplex. And all Billy wants is to become the perfect ideal of what he knows he really is--an animatronic. But in the world of Five Nights at Freddy's, be careful what you wish for . . .In this second volume, Five Nights at Freddy's creator Scott Cawthon spins three sinister novella-length tales from uncharted corners of his series' canon.Readers beware: This collection of terrifying tales is enough to rattle even the most hardened Five Nights at Freddy's fans.

A Certain Hunger is a captivating novel by Chelsea G. Summers. Published by Faber & Faber in 2022, this book has quickly become a must-read for fans of the genre. The story is a rollercoaster of emotions, with a plot that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. The author's unique writing style and the way she weaves the narrative make this book a standout in its genre. The publication year of 2022 makes it a fresh and relevant addition to any bookshelf. Published by Faber & Faber, a reputable publisher known for its high-quality publications, you can be sure this book is a worthy addition to your collection. This book is in English.

SHORTLISTED FOR THE CWA GOLDSBORO GOLD DAGGER AND THE IAN FLEMING STEEL DAGGER SHORTLISTED FOR THE THEAKSTON OLD PECULIAR CRIME NOVEL OF THE YEAR'If you read one spy novel this year, read Real Tigers' The Spectator'The finest new crime series this millennium' Mail on SundayCatherine Standish knows that chance encounters never happen to spooks.She's worked in the Intelligence Service long enough to understand treachery, double-dealing and stabbing in the back.What she doesn't know is why anyone would target her: a recovering drunk pushing paper with the other lost causes in Jackson Lamb's kingdom of exiles at Slough House.Whoever it is holding her hostage, it can't be personal. It must be about Slough House. Most likely, it is about Jackson Lamb.And say what you like about Lamb, he'll never leave a joe in the lurch.He might even be someone you could trust with your life . . .