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*AN INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*'As the title suggests, Waypoints is a rewarding mix of markers, both personal as he reflects on his life and geographical as he leads the reader along the West Highland Way' - The Scotsman'A deeply personal and warmly entertaining memoir that fans of Sam - and Scotland - will have a joyful time devouring' - Heat'From both his walk and his career, the common lesson is the power of persistence.' - The Times'A pleasure for fans of the author, whisky, and Scotland.' - Kirkus'Waypoints is a memoir with a difference! I wanted to tell the stories and share the experiences that have shaped me, but to do that I needed to challenge myself and spend some time in my own company, away from the distractions of everyday life. And for me there's no better place to reflect than in the wild Scottish Highlands.'In this journey of self-discovery, Sam Heughan sets out along the West Highland Way to explore his heritage and reflect on the personal waypoints that define him. The result is a love letter to the wild Scottish landscape that means so much to Sam, and a charming, funny, wise and searching insight to the world through his eyes. The walk itself is the backdrop for this narrative, which tells the story of Sam's life while exploring his outlook, values and interests. Sam is a figure of fascinating contrasts, a Hollywood star with deep roots in rural Scotland, he's both outgoing and content in his own company. He has strong connections with his fans while recognising the fragility and value of anonymity, and in My Peak Challenge he has created a network that brings people together as they chase individual goals. In his new book, while charting a path through a stunning wilderness, Sam maps out the moments that shaped his views on dreams and ambition, family, friendships, love and life.Waypoints is a deeply personal journey that reveals as much to Sam about himself as it does to his readers.Sunday Times in the UK and New York Times bestseller in the US in November 2022.

An intriguing new forensic mystery for Camden mortuary technician Cassie Raven to solve. Perfect for fans of Tess Gerritsen, Patricia Cornwell and Kathy Reichs.

DETECTIVE SUPERINTENDENT ROY GRACE returns in a case that will test every emotion in his being.

DC FFION MORGAN AND LEO BRADY RETURN IN THE THRILLING SEQUEL TO THE LAST PARTY AVAILABLE TO ORDER NOWPraise for The Last Party:'Superb, with echoes of Agatha Christie' PATRICIA CORNWELL'A dark delight of a murder mystery' JANICE HALLETT'Detectives Leo and Ffion make a storming debut' BELINDA BAUER'Mackintosh is just getting better and better' PETER JAMES'An absolute triumph' CLAIRE DOUGLAS'I fell in love with courageous, complicated DC Ffion Morgan' RUTH WARE'This is the new crime series you need in your life' WILL DEAN'Expertly plotted and relentlessly gripping' LUCY CLARKE

With details on everything from Big Ben to Brick Lane, this is the only guide a native or traveler needs. Whether you’ve called London your home for decades or just arrived last night, there’s information in the Not For TouristsGuide to London that you need to know. This map-based, neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide will help you master this amazing city like an expert. Packed with more than 150 maps and thousands of listings for restaurants, shops, theaters, and under-the-radar spots, you won’t find a better guide to London. Want to score tickets to a big Arsenal or Chelsea football match? NFT has you covered. How about royal sightseeing at Buckingham Palace? We’ve got that, too. The best Indian restaurant, theater experience, bookstore, or cultural site—whatever you need—NFT puts it at your fingertips. This light and portable guide also features: An invaluable street index Profiles of more than one hundred neighborhoods Listings for museums, landmarks, the best shopping, and more You don’t need to be Sherlock Holmes to solve the mysteries of London; NFT has all the answers!

An essential companion for home cooks, no matter what your skill level. It's packed with tips and personal anecdotes from much-loved Irish cook Donal Skehan.

A groundbreaking examination of how the marriage of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn sent shockwaves across a continent and changed England forever.'In many places, where once we had speculation, we now have certainty. This book is at once an education and a joy to read' LITERARY REVIEW'Combines meticulously researched history and contemporary voices with narrative flair' SUNDAY TIMES'Anne Boleyn comes alive in this impressive study . . . Moves and informs' THE TIMES'The most cogent narrative reading of the evidence to date' SPECTATORThe story of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn is one of the most remarkable in history: a long courtship followed by a shotgun wedding and then a coronation, ending just short of three years later when a husband's passion turned to such hatred that he simply wanted his wife gone. In Hunting the Falcon, John Guy and Julia Fox examine the most recent archival discoveries and peel back layers of historical myth to present Anne and Henry in startlingly new ways. They show how Anne and Henry's relationship was tied almost completely to the major events of international politics at one of the great turning points of European history, and dispel any assumptions that a sixteenth-century woman, even a queen, could exert little influence on the politics and beliefs of a patriarchal society. Anne was in fact a shrewd and ruthless politician in her own right, a woman who steered Henry and his policies - and whom Henry seriously contemplated making joint sovereign. Hunting the Falcon sets the facts and some completely new finds into a wide frame, unearthing the truth about these two extraordinary lives and their tumultuous times. It pays particular attention to the seven 'missing' years that Anne spent in France, and explores how she organised her side of the royal court in novel ways that ultimately sowed the seeds of her own downfall. In this feat of historical research and analysis, Guy and Fox offer a sumptuous retelling of one of the most consequential marriages in history and an exhilarating portrait of love, lust, politics and power.'Better than Wolf Hall because it's all true' ANDREW ROBERTS'A sumptuous drama of lust, intrigue and betrayal, underpinned by the harsh reality of politics' AMANDA FOREMAN

Reeds Nautical Almanac is the indispensable trusted annual compendium of navigational data for yachtsmen and motorboaters. Known as the Yachtsman's Bible, Reeds provides all the information required to navigate Atlantic coastal waters around the whole of the UK, Ireland, Channel Islands and the entire European coastline from the tip of Denmark right down to Gibraltar, Northern Morocco, the Azores and Madeira.Having celebrated its 90th anniversary last year, the 2024 Almanac continues the tradition of year on year improvement and meticulous presentation of all the data required for safe navigation. Now with an improved layout for easier reference and with over 45,000 annual changes, it is regarded as the bible of almanacs for anyone going to sea.The 2024 edition is updated throughout and includes: 700 harbour chartlets; tide tables and tidal streams; buoyage and lights; 7,500 waypoints; invaluable passage notes; distance tables; radio, weather and safety information; first aid section. Also: a free Marina Guide.Also available: free supplements of up-to-date navigation changes from January to June at: www.reedsnauticalalmanac.co.uk

Den danske journalist og forfatter Lone Theils har lige siden barnsben været fascineret af true crime og seriemordere. Hvorfor slår folk ihjel igen og igen? Skyldes det ren ondskab? Eller er der andre faktorer på spil? Disse spørgsmål forsøger forfatteren at finde svar på i denne første bog i serien om britiske seriemordere, hvor hun tager fat på nogle af de mest gruopvækkende sager fra Storbritannien.Lone Theils fortæller om The Yorkshire Ripper, der angreb i alt tyve kvinder brutalt. Kun syv slap fra det med livet i behold. Morderen legede kispus med politiet i flere år, før det lykkedes at afsløre ham ved en tilfældighed.I sagen om Ian Brady og Myra Hindley fandt politiet fem børn myrdet og begravet på en øde hede. Det viste sig senere, at de alle var ofre for parret.Og endelig berettes historien om Rose og Fred West, der skjulte ligdelene fra mange af deres ofre i deres hus og have. Man mener, at ægteparret i alt slog tolv mennesker ihjel.Fælles for sagerne om disse mordere er, at de alle blev opklaret efter mange års intens politiindsats.

Minerva Highwood, selverklæret pebermø og amatørgeolog, må og skal til et videnskabeligt symposium i Skotland. Den berygtede skørtejæger Colin Sandhurst skal væk fra Spindle Cove i en farlig fart.Løsningen bliver at overbevise alle om, at de er forelskede og vil stikke af sammen. Det betyder dog, at de skal tilbringe en uge i en lillebitte vogn og i en endnu mindre seng, selvom Colin irriterer Minerva grænseløst. Og hvis det faktisk lykkes dem ikke at slå hinanden ihjel, er der både landevejsrøvere og mange andre mareridt på rejsen ...Meget kan gå galt på en uge ... men måske kan det også nå at ende lykkeligt?Syv syndige nætter er anden, selvstændige bog i den romantiske serie om den lille by Spindle Cove.

Da Emma og Aidan beslutter sig for at udvide Det lille hotel i Lobster Bay ved at slå deres to hjem sammen, føler Emma sig sikker på, at det er lige netop det projekt, hun har brug for, for at udvikle sig selv og det sted, som er blevet hendes trygge base, og som hun har fået til at blomstre. Hun håber, at projektet også vil styrke hendes og Aidans forhold, som i et stykke tid ikke har været helt godt.Emma har tre måneder til at færdiggøre projektet, før hendes gæster ankommer til en overdådig jul i Lobster Bay, men så snart arbejdet går i gang, begynder Emmas drøm om udvidelse at falde fra hinanden.Uforudsete problemer med bygningerne, ankomsten af en langtidsgæst samt en vildfaren hvalp, der er fast besluttet på at tygge sig igennem hvert et stykke rør og møbel, presser Emma og Aidan til grænsen, og der går ikke lang tid, før deres forhold begynder at slå små revner …

Step into the enchanting city of London with 'Rather Splendid London Walks' by Julian McDonnell. Published in the spring of 2023, this book offers a unique perspective into the heart of one of the world's most iconic cities. As a renowned author, McDonnell expertly guides readers through the bustling streets of London, sharing hidden gems and captivating tales that will ignite your wanderlust. This book is not just a guide; it's an invitation to experience London beyond the typical tourist trails. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a curious reader, 'Rather Splendid London Walks' is a must-have in your collection. This literary masterpiece, brought to you by Quadrille Publishing Ltd, is a testament to the beauty and charm of London, encapsulating its rich history and vibrant culture. Dive into the pages and embark on an unforgettable journey through the city's captivating landscape. This book is available in English.

A richly illustrated guide to edible mushrooms by one of Europe's leading fungi expertsIn this beautifully illustrated introductory guide, Jens Petersen shows how to successfully identify and forage for edible mushrooms, and then how to prepare them for the table to ensure a delicious culinary experience, even if you're a first-time forager.Accessible and user-friendly, the book opens with a substantial introduction to fungi-what to look for, where to find them and how to collect and cook them. Other topics include edible and poisonous fungi, conserving mushrooms and other uses of fungi. The book then covers the most common major groups, including morels, wood cauliflower, polypores, boletes, tooth fungi, chanterelles, horn of plenty, brittlegills, milkcaps, agarics, puffballs and jelly fungi. For many of these groups, notable subkinds are given their own treatment. With practice, the book will enable you to identify mushrooms such as yellow chanterelles, blueing boletes with orange tube mouths, green brittlegills and milkcaps with orange milk.Featuring more than 400 stunning colour photographs and more than forty black-and-white illustrations, this book will enhance the experience of every mushroom forager and wild-table chef.

”FULDSTÆNDIG FANTASTISK”– Marian KeyesBeth Fraser er i fuld gang med at transformere den gamle have ved Applemore House til en spirende blomstergård. Hun er alene med sine tvillinger, og hendes eksmand dukker kun op, når han har dårlige nyheder om gårdens økonomi. Beth må ændre kurs, og det skal gå hurtigt.Selvom Beth da indimellem savner en partner at dele hverdagen med, falder det ikke i god jord, da tilflytteren Jack McDonald bogstavelig talt lander midt i hendes blomsterbed. På trods af det uheldige første møde er Jack fast besluttet på at blive en del af landsbyen og lære Beth bedre at kende. Men Jack bærer på hemmeligheder, som han ikke længere kan holde skjult …Mens foråret skyder op omkring dem, blomstrer der også følelser frem mellem Beth og Jack. Kan disse følelser mon gro og vokse sig stærke nok til at modstå livets udfordringer?Pressen skriver:“Rachael Lucas har igen skabt et helt uimodståeligt univers, som man kan drømme sig ind i.”– Louise O’Neill“Ren eskapisme og romantik der udspiller sig i skønne omgivelser.”– Woman & Home “Skønt dagdrømmeri.”– Liz Fenwick

London Interiors? The most inspiring interiors in beautiful cities all over the worldFrom richly decorative to coolly pared-back, London homes are always unexpected. Behind the front doors of the city's ubiquitous terraces lies a wealth of design inspiration, while seemingly inhospitable buildings, whether converted gin distilleries, concrete new builds or former dairies, have been given fresh life thanks to the city's famously creative inhabitants.Over the years, multiple influences have inspired the capital's design sensibility, including the relaxed elegance pioneered by Colefax and Fowler in the mid-twentieth century, the simple, softly modern rooms of Terence Conran a decade or two later and the restrained schemes of interior architects such as John Minshaw. More recently its interiors have favoured a return to a playful, loosened up look: blowsy florals, clashing colours, vibrant prints and plenty of frills and fringing.London Interiors captures all of these influences and celebrates the cosmopolitan nature of a truly diverse city.

”FULDSTÆNDIG HERLIG”– Marian KeyesI det skønne, skotske højland ligg er det engang storslåede gods i landsbyen Applemore. Lachlan Fraser arvede sammen med sine tre søskende godset og det tilhørende land eft er deres fars død, men han har ingen interesse i sin arv. Han forlod landsbyen for aldrig at vende tilbage – før nu. Sammen med sine tre søstre må han afgøre godsets fremtid, og situationen bliver ikke lettere af et uventet gensyn fra fortiden ...Da Rilla Clarks far pludselig dør, arver hun sit gamle barndomshjem, som ligg er på landet ved Fraser-familiens gods. Hun haster igennem det praktiske arbejde for at vende tilbage til sit vante liv langt fra Applemore, men snart begynder minder fra hendes barndom at dukke op til overfladen. Minder, der på trods af vinterkulden gør hende varm om hjertet igen.Mens sneen dækker det skotske højland, genopstår gamle venskaber, og dybe følelser, der har været gemt væk i årevis, bliver vakt til live.Pressen skriver:“Fuldstændig herlig! Vinter i Applemore er romantisk og sjov”– Marian Keyes“Rachael Lucas har igen skabt et helt uimodståeligt univers, som man kan drømme sig ind i.”– Louise O’Neill“Ren eskapisme og romantik der udspiller sig i skønne omgivelser.”– Woman & Home “Skøn eskapisme.”– Liz Fenwick

I løbet af få dage vendes Raynor Winns liv på hovedet. Hendes mand gennem toogtredive år, Moth, får stillet en dødelig diagnose, og de mister deres hjem og levebrød. De har intet tilbage, og heller ikke meget tid, og de beslutter impulsivt at vandre den tusind kilometer lange South West Coast Path langs kysten i det sydvestlige England. Alt, hvad de ejer, bærer de i deres rygsække. På turen mærker de en ny frihed, nærkontakt med naturen og deres egen eksistens. Men hvad venter dem for enden af stien?

With its unspoiled coastline, dramatic ruins and picturesque villages, Ireland is the perfect destination for a leisurely road trip. It's yours to explore with Road Trips Ireland, which contains 24 amazing drives across the country, from the majestic Ring of Kerry to the extraordinary Giant's Causeway.Includes insider tips and information, this easy-to-use e-guide reveals Ireland at its best: spectacular sights, hidden gems and authentic local experiences. We've also worked hard to make sure our information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak.You'll discover:- 25 easy-to-follow driving tours, each lasting one to five days, including the vibrant, musical town of Dingle, the culinary delights of Galway bay and the wonderful wildlife at Fota Wildlife Park- Ideas for discovering the character of each area en route: great views, delightful detours along peaceful back roads, walks through historic towns and villages, wine tours and boat trips, and activities such as hiking, cycling and kayaking. Plus you'll savour the best local experiences with our pick of the most authentic places to stay, eat and shop- All the Irish rules of the road, postcodes for use with satnav and detailed directions for easy navigation, information on road conditions and parking tips- Covers Cork, Ring of Kerry, the Dingle Peninsula, Waterford, Kilkenny, Tipperary, Wexford, County Carlow, County Clare, Limerick, the Wicklow Mountains, County Kildare, Dublin, Boyne Valley, the Lakelands, Galway, Connemara, Mayo, County Sligo, Donegal, Causeway Coast, County Down, Fermanagh Lakelands, and moreLooking for even more inspiration for your trip to Ireland? Try our DK Eyewitness Ireland.

An all-consuming tale of psychological suspense with a spectacular twist from the internationally bestselling author Alice Feeney

Ikonet Sylvia Plath står lysende klar i den Augustpris-vindende svenske succesroman.I Eufori møder vi Sylvia Plath sidst i tyverne – i hvad der skulle vise sig at blive forfatterens sidste år. Men det er ikke en apatisk fortælling om selvmord. I stedet er det en rasende, tindrende, balstyrisk medrivende historie om moderskab, kvindeliv og kunstnerisk skabelse i ægteskabet med Ted Hughes, der af samtiden blev betragtet som en vigtigere stemme end Plath selv. Hun måtte altid stå tilbage for ham, men hendes indre liv i Cullheds gestaltning viser et lysende intellekt og en forfatter af højeste karat.Cullhed låner sine egne erfaringer fra livet med små børn i kernefamiliens til tider skrækindjagende skød til Sylvia Plath for at skabe et enestående værk, der vil vække genkendelse hos mange læsere, og samtidig er helt sit eget. Elin Cullhed vandt Augustprisen som årets bedste svenske udgivelse med begrundelsen: "I tekstens bankende hjerte ser læseren Sylvia Plath, men også sig selv."

Da Emma ser, at Det lille hotel i Lobster Bay er til salg på nettet, ved hun, at det er præcis den fredelige oase og nye start, hun har brug for til at komme sig efter en meget traumatisk oplevelse, så fra det øjeblik, da hun henter nøglerne, begynder hendes drøm om at eje et charmerende hotel med havudsigt at stå for hendes indre blik. Men – da hun endelig står foran huset med nøglen i hånden, bliver drømmen til alt andet end en ønskedrøm …Hotellet er faldefærdigt og nedslidt, og der er kun en måned til de første gæster ankommer! Hvad Emma i skyndingen har overset er, at Wilbur følger med i handlen. Wilbur er den tidligere ejers gamle og meget store Newfoundlænder – uheldigt for Emma, eftersom hun ikke bryder sig spor om hunde.Oven i alt dette er der naboen. Selvsikre Aidan, den lokale bådebygger, som ser ualmindeligt godt ud, men som er både meget uvenlig og ikke spor imødekommende.Emma kæmper med at navigere imellem uforudsete katastrofer med sit lille hotel og nye venskaber, men i løbet af sommeren falder hun for Lobster Bay og dens indbyggere. Spørgsmålet, hun stiller sig selv, er, om hun også er ved at falde for Aidan?

Effie har aldrig fået forliget sig med forældrenes skilsmisse, der trak tæppet væk under hendes minder om en idyllisk og lykkelig barndom. Og det bliver ikke bedre, da faren og hans nye, yngre kæreste sætter hendes højtelskede barndomshjem til salg. Da Effie modtager en lunken invitation til den sidste store fest, er hendes svar et klokkeklart ”Nej tak”.Indtil hun vågner rædselsslagen op midt om natten med kun én ting i tankerne: sine dyrebare babusjkadukker, der stadig befinder sig i huset. Effie lægger en plan: Hun vil snige sig ind, mens festen er i gang, snuppe dukkerne og skynde sig ud. Ingen vil nogensinde ane, at hun har været der.Men før hun ved af det, må Effie undvige både en hund, dørmanden, familiemedlemmer og ekskærester. Og kunne hun så i det mindste finde dukkerne … samtidig må hun fra sit skjul lægge ører til ikke blot uventede sandheder om sin familie, men også om sig selv.Partycrasheren er en humoristisk og hjertevarm fortælling om at finde tilbage til sin familie og lære sig selv at kende i processen.Pressen skriver:”Sophie Kinsella har fingeren på den kulturelle puls, samtidig med at hun efterlader mig flad af grin.” – Jojo Moyes”Med humor og lethed bekender bogen sig til overbevisningen om, at kærlighed i sidste ende overvinder alt.” – Publishers Weekly”Kinsella har et ægte talent for at skrive sjovt.” – The Boston Globe”Partycrasheren har skarpsindigheden, humoren, varmen og de pragtfulde karakterer, som jeg elsker ved Sophie Kinsellas bøger.” – Jo Thomas”Jeg elsker at forsvinde ind i en Sophie Kinsella-bog.” – Jodi Picoult”Fyldt med fantastiske karakterer og rablende skøre situationer. Jeg elskede den fuldstændigt!” – Jill Mansell”Eskapisme af den bedste slags.” – Lucy Diamond