Bloomsbury presents Ghost Lover by Lisa Taddeo, read by Alana Kerr Collins, Carlotta Brentan, Erin DeWard, Amanda Dolan, Imani Jade Powers, Aida Reluzco and Gail Shalan. From the Sunday Times bestselling author of Three Women and Animal comes an electric masterclass in short fiction 'Fearless . . . This summer's must-read literary thriller' EVENING STANDARD 'Showcases Taddeo's dark imagination, confronting prose and vodka-dry humour' RED ———————— Behind anonymous screens, an army of cool and beautiful girls manage the dating service Ghost Lover, a forwarding system for text messages that promises to spare you the anguish of trying to stay composed while communicating with your crush. At a star-studded political fundraiser in a Los Angeles mansion, a trio of women compete to win the heart of the slick guest of honour. In a tense hospital waiting room, an inseparable pair of hard-partying friends crash into life's responsibilities, but the magic of their glory days comes alive again at the moment they least expect it. In these nine riveting stories, Lisa Taddeo brings to life the fever of obsession, the blindness of love and the mania of grief. Featuring Taddeo's arresting prose that continues to thrill her legions of fans, Ghost Lover dares you to look away. ———————— PRAISE FOR LISA TADDEO: 'One of my favourite writers of all time' DUA LIPA 'A pre-eminent channeller of women's interior lives' FINANCIAL TIMES 'A brilliant writer, and a storyteller possessed of almost supernatural humanity' ELIZABETH GILBERT

'I couldn't put it down'– T.J Emerson, bestselling author of The Last Mrs Sinclair'A great summer pick' – Amanda Reynolds, bestselling author of Close To MeAll aboard for one killer voyage.On a sun-soaked voyage around enchanting French Polynesia, three rising stars, their CEO and their partners are living the dream: cocktails, coral reefs, and the promise of reward after a year of hard work.But as the tight quarters of their luxury superyacht close in, tensions emerge - not just between the guests, but the jaded crew serving them. Soon, secrets surface, marriages crack, and danger stalks guests below the deck. And when a passenger is found dead, it's clear the glossy facade has shattered forever.Because here on the high seas, everyone's hiding something - and no one can escape what they've done . . .Below Deck is the pulse-pounding destination thriller from Nikki Allen, perfect for fans of Ruth Ware and Lucy Clarke.Praise for Nikki Allen:'A brilliant, twisty thriller . . . I was gripped' – Peter James, author of the bestselling Roy Grace series'The perfect destination thriller to lose yourself in this summer' – Natasha Boydell, bestselling author of The Fortune Teller'Nikki Allen is one to watch' - Sarah Goodwin, bestselling author of The Yacht'An accomplished white-knuckle ride from start to finish' – Kate Riordan, author of R&J bookclub pick The Heatwave'Perfect for fans of Lucy Foley. A destination thriller with something to say' – Kingsley Pearson, prize-winning author of Flat 401'Exhilarating' – Prima

"General McChrystal is a legendary warrior with a fine eye for enduring lessons about leadership, courage, and consequence." —Tom Brokaw General Stanley McChrystal is widely admired for his hunger to know the truth, his courage to find it, and his humility to listen to those around him. Even as the commanding officer of all U.S. and coalition forces in Afghanistan, he stationed himself forward and frequently went on patrols with his troops to experience their challenges firsthand. In this illuminating New York Times bestseller, McChrystal frankly explores the major episodes and controversies of his career. He describes the many outstanding leaders he served with and the handful of bad leaders he learned not to emulate. And he paints a vivid portrait of how the military establishment turned itself, in one generation, into the adaptive, resilient force that would soon be tested in Iraq, Afghanistan, and the wider War on Terror. "A compelling account of his impressive career." -The Wall Street Journal ' "This is a brilliant book about leadership wrapped inside a fascinating personal narrative." -Walter Isaacson, author of Steve Jobs Stanley McChrystal retired in July 2010 as a four-star general in the U.S. Army. His last assignment was as the commander of the International Security Assistance Force and as the commander of U.S. forces in Afghanistan. He is currently a senior fellow at Yale University's Jackson Institute for Global Affairs and cofounder of the McChrystal Group, a leadership consulting firm. He and his wife, Annie, live in Virginia.

The latest instalment in Sheila Riley's brilliant Reckoner's Row series Liverpool 1950 When Evie Kilgaren takes over the running of the back office at Skinner and Son's haulage yard, she has no idea she is walking into a hive of blackmail, secrets and lies. Her fellow co-worker and childhood nemesis, Susie Blackthorn, is outraged at being demoted and is hell-bent on securing the affections of local heartthrob Danny Harris. Grace Harris, a singer on the prestigious D'Angelo transatlantic ocean liners, is returning home engaged to be married. But Grace is harbouring her own shocking secrets and something valuable her fiancé very desperately wants back. As we return to the lives and loves of those who live and work in the Mersey Docklands, not everything is as it seems and love and luck are rarely on the same side. Praise for Sheila Riley's Reckoners Row Series 'A thoroughly enjoyable, powerful novel' Lyn Andrews 'An enchanting, warm and deeply touching story' Cathy Sharp What readers are saying about The Mersey Girls: 'I totally loved everything about this book' 'It's gripping and engrossing, full of twists and turns.' 'The Mersey Girls by Sheila Riley is a perfectly written story which I read in a day.' 'This is definitely a five star read' 'This is such a feel good book' 'Family saga at its best' 'With never a dull moment, this mixes everything together to make a really interesting, period perfect, read'

There is a wonderful ancient Western tradition that allows a woman to propose to a man – but only on 29 February. Only once every four years, in a leap year. On such a momentous day, late one morning in modern day Singapore, young and beautiful Li-ann catches sight of Jeremy for the first time in a busy part of town. She realises with a start that he is her dream man and makes the move allowed by the Leap Year tradition. It is the most creative, imaginative and brilliant move any girl can think of. Jeremy is totally enthralled. Their first meeting is radiant with love's promise. But alas! Fate, ever mischievous, intervenes with her tricks, determined that love's path should never be smooth. She takes the lovers on an alarmingly bumpy roller coaster ride over the years, as each Leap Year comes and goes, leaving them by turns ecstatic and despondent, hopeful and despairing. But in the end, Fate is no match for the endearing power and ferocious tenacity of love. Brimming with energy, A Leap of Love sparkles with joy and will leave you breathless with the sheer suspense of tracking the memorable twists and turns in the intertwined lives of two star-crossed lovers. This book was adapted for a movie titled "The Leap Years" in 2008, starring Wong Li-Lin and Ananda Everingham. © 2017 by Catherine Lim. Published in paper format in Singapore by Marshall Cavendish International Asia, recorded by Storyside 2019.

Romance blossoms under the stars in this feelgood love story! Lily Harper is an events organiser, but her neat, ordered world has just exploded. First she lost her job, then she lost her fiancé. Her five-year plan is looking increasingly shaky. Lost and lonely, Lily heads home to her childhood village, and accepts the position of live-in housekeeper at the grand but welcoming Willow Tree Hall. It's not exactly her dream job – Lily is more used to arranging parties than pantries – but at least she's working. Her first task is to arrange the Willow Tree Hall summer fete. Lily is in her element, writing to-do lists and organising bunting and baking – until her old flame Jack Carter turns up in the village. Lily hasn't seen Jack in over ten years, when he sped off on his motorbike, taking with him the pieces of her broken heart. Lily vowed she would never forgive him. But as Willow Tree Hall weaves its magic, Lily finds she might just give Jack a second chance after all... What readers are saying about 'Willow Tree Hall': 'A sympathetically heart-warming story about family, loyalty, love and friendship... I look forward to reading more in the series' -Donna Orrock, NetGalley. 'A beautiful and exquisite read. I couldn't put it down. Loved it' -Karen Whittard 'A brilliant, uplifting mix of romance, drama and fun. Recommended!' -Agi Klar Perfect for fans of Milly Johnson and Heidi Swain.

"When you think that life cannot get better, Blake Pierce comes up with another masterpiece of thriller and mystery! This book is full of twists and the end brings a surprising revelation. I strongly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that enjoys a very well written thriller." --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Almost Gone) LEFT TO FEAR is book #10 in a new FBI thriller series featuring Adele Sharp (the series begins with LEFT TO DIE, book #1) by USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose #1 bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 1,000 five star reviews. As bodies turn up dead in ports around the Mediterranean, FBI Special Agent Adele Sharp—triple agent of the U.S., France and Germany—is the only one who can navigate the thorny jurisdiction issues between all the countries. She is also the only one brilliant enough to enter the mind of this psychotic killer and hunt him down. Why is he criss-crossing the Mediterranean? Why is he leaving a victim in each port? Is water his common theme? The vessels he uses? Or something else entirely? Time is running out, and if Adele makes a wrong choice, the life of the next victim—or her own—may just depend on it. An action-packed mystery series of international intrigue and riveting suspense, LEFT TO FEAR will leave you turning pages late into the night.

'this book is filled with recipes that look so very, very good to eat.' NIGELLA LAWSON 'it’s refreshing that Rachel Ama is, in many ways, just herself' RUBY TANDOH OBSERVER RISING STAR OF FOOD, 2019 Find brilliant plant-based dishes that make cooking and enjoying delicious vegan food every day genuinely easy – and fun - in Rachel Ama’s Vegan Eats. No bland or boring dishes, and forget all-day cooking. Rachel takes inspiration from naturally vegan dishes and cuisines as well as her Caribbean and West African roots to create great full-flavour recipes that are easy to make and will inspire you to make vegan food part of your daily life. Rachel’s recipes are quick and often one-pot ; ingredients lists are short and supermarket-friendly ; dishes can be prepped-ahead and, most importantly, she has included a song with each recipe so that you have a banging playlist to go alongside every plate of delicious food. Cinnamon French toast with strawberries Chickpea sweet potato falafel Peanut rice and veg stir-fry Caribbean fritters Plantain burger Tabbouleh salad Carrot cake waffles with cashew frosting So if you share Rachel's attitude that vegan food should fit into your life with ease and pleasure – whether you are a fully fledged vegan looking for new ideas, want to reduce your meat intake, make more environmentally friendly food choices, or just keen to eat more veg – Rachel’s genius cookbook is for you .

Deep in La Rinconada's maze of musty, forgotten hallways, Mudito rummages through piles of old newspapers. The mute caretaker of the crumbling former abbey, he is hounded by a coven of ancient witches who are bent on trans-forming him, bit by bit, into the terrifying imbunche: a twisted monster with all of its orifices sewn up, buried alive in its own body. Once, Mudito walked upright and spoke clearly; once he was the personal assistant to one of Chile's most powerful politicians, Jerónimo de Azcoitía. Once, he ruled over a palace of monsters, built to shield Jeronimo's deformed son from any concept of beauty. Once, he plotted with the wise woman Peta Ponce to bed Inés, Jerónimo's wife. Mudito was Humberto, Jerónimo was strong, Inés was beautiful-once upon a time ... Narrated in voices that shift and multiply, The Obscene Bird of Night frets the seams between master and slave, rich and poor, reality and nightmares, man and woman, self and other in a maniacal inquiry into the horrifying transformations that power can wreak on identity. Now, star translator Megan McDowell has revised and updated the classic translation, restoring nearly twenty pages of previously untranslated text that was mysteriously cut from the 1972 edition. Newly complete, with missing motifs restored, plots deepened, and characters more richly shaded, Donoso's pajarito (little bird), as he called it, returns to print to celebrate the centennial of its author's birth in full plumage, as brilliant as it is bizarre.

12 pictures of electric guitars and electric basses which have written rock history. The calendar is a must-have for every guitar lover. In every guitar also slumbers a good song. Premium high-gloss art print in museum quality. To ensure that the sheets of paper hang smoothly on the wall, this high-quality calendar has innovative insert pockets. They protect the large sheets from humidity effects. Paper is a natural material. The fibres react to fluctuations in the room climate. The tuck-in corners should therefore not be removed. Our environment is important to us, which is why we rely on individual production in Germany (Made in Germany) with high-quality materials. 14 Pages Consisting of 1 Cover | 12 Months | 1 Index Page I Cardboard Spine at the Back. This calendar was re-released this year with the same images and new dates. Illustrations: January: LONE STAR STRAT RW February: ES 335 style March: PAUL REED SMITH April: STINGRAY May: AMERICAN STANDARD STRAT HSS June: PRECISION July: CS 1962 HEAVY RELIC STRAT August: STRAT RICHIE SAMBORA September: LES PAUL STANDARD October: TELECASTER November: TELECASTER December: SG STANDARD PREMIUM COLLECTION - Brilliant photo calendar with 12 beautiful motifs, high-gloss art print in museum quality. QUALITY - high-quality materials, sturdy back cover with 2 innovative insert pockets for optimum presentation on the wall. PERFECT GIFT - calendars for friends and family, for children and adults, young and old, for Christmas, birthdays or in between. The beauty of guitars von Autor(in): Renate Bleicher

Excellent plant photographs and know-how in Photoshop were used to create these extraordinary plant portraits. The dark background, from which the various flowers seem to emerge, lends them a mysterious aura and at the same time focuses on their fascinating beauty. Premium high-gloss art print in museum quality. To ensure that the sheets of paper hang smoothly on the wall, this high-quality calendar has innovative insert pockets. They protect the large sheets from humidity effects. Paper is a natural material. The fibres react to fluctuations in the room climate. The tuck-in corners should therefore not be removed. Our environment is important to us, which is why we rely on individual production in Germany (Made in Germany) with high-quality materials. 14 Pages Consisting of 1 Cover | 12 Months | 1 Index Page I Cardboard Spine at the Back. This calendar was re-released this year with the same images and new dates. Illustrations: January: Snowdrop February: Tulips March: Blue anemone April: Weeping hearts May: Peony June: Iris July: Roses August: Strelizia September: Water lily October: Star dahlia November: Physalis December: Camelia PREMIUM COLLECTION - Brilliant photo calendar with 12 beautiful motifs, high-gloss art print in museum quality. QUALITY - high-quality materials, sturdy back cover with 2 innovative insert pockets for optimum presentation on the wall. PERFECT GIFT - calendars for friends and family, for children and adults, young and old, for Christmas, birthdays or in between. Magical plants glow in the dark von Autor(in): Christine Brendle-Behnisch Müller

Deep in La Rinconada's maze of musty, forgotten hallways, Mudito rummages through piles of old newspapers. The mute caretaker of the crumbling former abbey, he is hounded by a coven of ancient witches who are bent on trans-forming him, bit by bit, into the terrifying imbunche: a twisted monster with all of its orifices sewn up, buried alive in its own body. Once, Mudito walked upright and spoke clearly; once he was the personal assistant to one of Chile's most powerful politicians, Jerónimo de Azcoitía. Once, he ruled over a palace of monsters, built to shield Jeronimo's deformed son from any concept of beauty. Once, he plotted with the wise woman Peta Ponce to bed Inés, Jerónimo's wife. Mudito was Humberto, Jerónimo was strong, Inés was beautiful-once upon a time ... Narrated in voices that shift and multiply, The Obscene Bird of Night frets the seams between master and slave, rich and poor, reality and nightmares, man and woman, self and other in a maniacal inquiry into the horrifying transformations that power can wreak on identity. Now, star translator Megan McDowell has revised and updated the classic translation, restoring nearly twenty pages of previously untranslated text that was mysteriously cut from the 1972 edition. Newly complete, with missing motifs restored, plots deepened, and characters more richly shaded, Donoso's pajarito (little bird), as he called it, returns to print to celebrate the centennial of its author's birth in full plumage, as brilliant as it is bizarre.

'A delicious sepia wet dream of a book that had me drooling, swiping right and wanting to buy a time machine' - Alan Carr 'What a treat!' - Dawn French 'This book is brilliant fun - capturing the debonair dandyism and sophisticated enigma of some very ruttable gentleman of the time'   - Dita Von Teese (Burlesque Queen) Feast your eyes upon the most gentlemanly brows, chiselled jawlines and tightest abs of the Victorian era. Authored by the hugely popular 'Hot Victorians' Instagram account, this book is a  brazen celebration of the finest men  from the Victorian and Edwardian eras. From a show-off strongman, a hot felon and a daguerreotype dandy to a Swedish sailor and Harvard's first Black graduate, there is a chap for everyone. Divided into chapters such as  Hot Dads, Original Hipsters, Jocks  and  Sexy Nerds , each entry includes a  swoon-worthy picture and a dating profile about the man . Among them, meet our cover star Arthur Shidler,  dishy doctor  and family man from Illinois, or how about the physician responsible for the identification of the bubonic plague parasite - is it really justified that such an  ugly bacteria  is named after a man  so beautiful !? Each entry also includes a hilarious response to one of the prompts you might find on the dating apps, bringing these gents right into the 21st century. Although they may be dead, for these 70+ perfect gents, chivalry is far from it.

'Loved it from start to finish, was hooked all the way.' 'This book deserves to be read by everyone.' 'This book is filled with amazing one liners that I would legit tattoo on my forehead!' 'Brilliant, thought provoking.' 'Literally dying for more.' Goodreads Reviews Legendborn meets Percy Jackson in this dark and thrilling debut fantasy romance. When consumed by shadow, even the faintest light can be blinding... After a childhood haunted by disturbing hallucinations of the Shadow Man , Alexis Michaels's only comfort is the blue amulet he's had since before he can remember. Now, the visions have gone, and Alexis craves a normal life. But when a trip to Stonehenge unites him with three other teens carrying similar gems, normality is abandoned when they are plunged into a hidden world of power-wielding Elementals, and told they are the chosen ones , destined to save the world from an eternal night. Trained by legends and guided by heroes, Alexis and his companions must venture on a perilous quest , facing tests of love, loss, and loyalty. But a dark past plagues Alexis as they prepare to defeat an adversary more ominous than they could imagine, and a looming secret sets to corrupt the mission, their lives, and his mind. A high-stakes, speculative romance, which masterfully weaves themes of mental health, psychosis, and found family. Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Cassandra Clare from TikTok and BookTok star @andydarcytheo

The beautiful love story that will make you both laugh and cry, from the bestselling author of global phenomenon ME BEFORE YOU and THE GIVER OF STARS 'This beautiful story is perfect. Will have you brimming with tears and grinning in equal measure. L-O-V-E' CLOSER 'Matches Me Before You. Funny, sad and wise, you'll be using a hankie as a bookmark' MAIL ON SUNDAY ___________ Lou Clark has a lot of questions. Like how she's ended up working in an airport bar. Why the flat she's owned for a year still doesn't feel like home. Whether her family can forgive her for what she did eighteen months ago. What Lou does know is that something has to change . . . Then, one night, it does. But does the stranger on her doorstep hold the answers Lou is searching for - or just more questions? Close the door and life continues: simple, ordered, safe. Open it and she risks everything. But Lou once made a promise to live. And if she's going to keep it, she has to invite them in . . . ___________ 'Moyes totally delivers. With its twisty plot, characters you fall in love with, weepy bits and witty bits, this is pretty much perfect' GLAMOUR 'Wonderfully warm. Moyes manages to break your heart before restoring your faith in love. Unputdownable' SUNDAY EXPRESS 'Classic Jojo - fans will love it' HEAT 'Satisfyingly brilliant' SUN 'I read this in one sitting. It is impossible not to root for Lou' STYLIST

FIVE FULL-LENGTH ROM-COMS IN ONE GLORIOUS COLLECTION! From the author of the 100,000+ copy-selling rom-com, Love to Hate You and the smash-hit Truly, Madly, Like Me! No one makes you laugh like Jo Watson! Not Just a Holiday Romance brings together five of Jo's best-loved full-length rom-coms in one gloriously escapist , laugh-out-loud collection, and also features a 20,000 word bonus novella to find out what happened next to Lilly, Annie, Jane, Stormy and Val!* ................................................................................. Burning Moon Chase your dreams. Dance under the stars. Fall in love at the festival of Burning Moon. Almost a Bride The best way to get over an ex? Go on an adventure - and have the time of your life. Finding You Book a flight. Take a chance. And lose your heart when you least expect it. After the Rain She believes in Fate. He believes in logic. But this unexpected journey could change everything... The Great Ex-Scape Two broken hearts. Ten way to get over an ex. Let the adventure begin. ................................................................................. *Previously available only to Jo's newsletter subscribers ! And don't miss Jo's other funny, romantic hit rom-coms - Love to Hate You, Love You, Love You Not, You, Me, Forever, Truly, Madly, Like Me and Just The Way I Am! 'The perfect choice for fans of romantic comedies ' Gina's Bookshelf 'A brilliant read from beginning to end' Hopeless Romantics 'Sitting here open mouthed in disbelief at just how wonderful this book is' Rachel's Random Reads

WINNER OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY TRIVEDI SCIENCE BOOK PRIZE 2024 ONE OF THE TIMES, SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW SCIENTIST BEST SCIENCE BOOKS OF THE YEAR GUARDIAN BEST SCIENCE AND NATURE BOOK 2024 A HUGO AWARD WINNER FOR BEST RELATED WORK 2024 THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER THE #2 MOST GIFTED BOOK IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM From the bestselling authors of Soonish, a brilliant and hilarious off-world investigation into space settlement Earth is not well. The promise of starting life anew somewhere far, far away - no climate change, no war, no Twitter - beckons, and settling the stars finally seems within our grasp. Or is it? Bestselling authors Kelly and Zach Weinersmith set out to write the essential guide to a glorious future of space settlements, but after years of original research, and interviews with leading space scientists, engineers and legal experts, they aren't so sure it's a good idea. Space tech and space business are progressing fast, but we lack the deep knowledge needed to have space-kids, build space-farms and create space nations in a way that doesn't spark conflict back home. In a world hurtling toward human expansion into space, A City on Mars investigates whether the dream of new worlds won't create a nightmare, both for settlers and the people they leave behind. With deep expertise, a winning sense of humour and art from the beloved creator of Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal, the Weinersmiths investigate perhaps the biggest questions humanity will ever ask itself - whether and how to become multiplanetary.

WINNER OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY TRIVEDI SCIENCE BOOK PRIZE 2024 ONE OF THE TIMES, SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW SCIENTIST BEST SCIENCE BOOKS OF THE YEAR GUARDIAN BEST SCIENCE AND NATURE BOOK 2024 A HUGO AWARD WINNER FOR BEST RELATED WORK 2024 THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER THE #2 MOST GIFTED BOOK IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM From the bestselling authors of Soonish, a brilliant and hilarious off-world investigation into space settlement Earth is not well. The promise of starting life anew somewhere far, far away - no climate change, no war, no Twitter - beckons, and settling the stars finally seems within our grasp. Or is it? Bestselling authors Kelly and Zach Weinersmith set out to write the essential guide to a glorious future of space settlements, but after years of original research, and interviews with leading space scientists, engineers and legal experts, they aren't so sure it's a good idea. Space tech and space business are progressing fast, but we lack the deep knowledge needed to have space-kids, build space-farms and create space nations in a way that doesn't spark conflict back home. In a world hurtling toward human expansion into space, A City on Mars investigates whether the dream of new worlds won't create a nightmare, both for settlers and the people they leave behind. With deep expertise, a winning sense of humour and art from the beloved creator of Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal, the Weinersmiths investigate perhaps the biggest questions humanity will ever ask itself - whether and how to become multiplanetary.

'A delicious sepia wet dream of a book that had me drooling, swiping right and wanting to buy a time machine' - Alan Carr 'What a treat!' - Dawn French 'This book is brilliant fun - capturing the debonair dandyism and sophisticated enigma of some very ruttable gentleman of the time' - Dita Von Teese (Burlesque Queen) Feast your eyes upon the most gentlemanly brows, chiselled jawlines and tightest abs of the Victorian era. Authored by the hugely popular 'Hot Victorians' Instagram account, this book is a brazen celebration of the finest men from the Victorian and Edwardian eras. From a show-off strongman, a hot felon and a daguerreotype dandy to a Swedish sailor and Harvard's first Black graduate, there is a chap for everyone. Divided into chapters such as Hot Dads, Original Hipsters, Jocks and Sexy Nerds , each entry includes a swoon-worthy picture and a dating profile about the man . Among them, meet our cover star Arthur Shidler, dishy doctor and family man from Illinois, or how about the physician responsible for the identification of the bubonic plague parasite - is it really justified that such an ugly bacteria is named after a man so beautiful !? Each entry also includes a hilarious response to one of the prompts you might find on the dating apps, bringing these gents right into the 21st century. Although they may be dead, for these 70+ perfect gents, chivalry is far from it.

"Thriller writing at its best... A gripping story that's hard to put down." --Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (re Any Means Necessary) From #1 bestselling and USA Today bestselling author Jack Mars, author of the critically acclaimed Luke Stone and Agent Zero series (with over 5,000 five-star reviews), comes an explosive new action-packed espionage series that takes readers on a wild ride across Europe, America, and the world—perfect for fans of Dan Brown, Daniel Silva and Jack Carr. When an ancient virus surfaces, promising a fate worse than death, CIA Agent Jacob Snow teams up once again with brilliant archaeologist Jana to hunt down the cure for a modern-day Medusa's curse. Racing against the clock through crypts and cityscapes, they face an eco-terrorist group poised to turn myth into a terrifying reality. An unputdownable action thriller with heart-pounding suspense and unforeseen twists, TARGET FOURTEEN is the fourteenth novel in an exhilarating new series by a #1 bestselling author that will make you fall in love with a brand-new action hero—and keep you turning pages late into the night. Future books in the series will soon be available. "One of the best thrillers I have read this year. The plot is intelligent and will keep you hooked from the beginning. The author did a superb job creating a set of characters who are fully developed and very much enjoyable. I can hardly wait for the sequel." --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Any Means Necessary)