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Until I Kill You: The shocking true story of the woman who survived living with serial axe murderer

Brought to you by Penguin. When Delia Balmer entered into a relationship with the attentive John Sweeney, she had no idea he was a serial killer. At first he was caring but over the course of their relationship he became violent and controlling. On more than one occasion he held Delia hostage and tortured her. Chillingly, he also confessed to the murder of his previous girlfriend. After one serious assault, Sweeney was released on bail, and left her in the utmost fear knowing that he would return to finish her off. After a final frenzied attack leaving Delia on the brink of death, Sweeney went on the run. Astonishingly, it would take the police six years to capture and convict Sweeney of multiple murders. This is her compelling memoir. © Delia Balmer 2017 (P) Penguin Audio 2024

Delia Balmer (Author), Florence Howard, TBD (Narrator)

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The End Crowns All

Brought to you by Penguin. The second fierce, fresh and gloriously romantic YA Greek myth re-imagining, from Bea Fitzgerald, growing TikTok superstar and Sunday Times bestselling author of GIRL, GODDESS, QUEEN. Princess. Priestess. The most beautiful girl in Troy. Cassandra is used to being adored – and when her patron god, Apollo, offers her the power of prophecy, she sees an opportunity to rise even higher. But when she fails to uphold her end of the agreement, she discovers just how very far she has to fall. No one believes her visions. And they all seem to be of one girl – and the war she’s going to bring to Troy’s shores. Helen fled Sparta in pursuit of love, but it’s soon clear Troy is a court like any other, with all its politics and backstabbing. And one princess seems particularly intent on driving her from the city before disaster can strike... But when war finally comes, it’s more than the army at their walls they must contend with. Cassandra and Helen might hold the key to reweaving fate itself – especially with the prophetic strands drawing them ever closer together. But how do you change your future when the gods themselves are dictating your demise? PRAISE FOR GIRL, GODDESS, QUEEN 'A refreshing romp through Greek mythology' Jennifer Saint, Sunday Times bestselling author of Ariadne 'An electrifying romance and a witty, fiercely modern twist' Beth Reekles, author of The Kissing Booth ‘A totally addictive read’ Elodie Harper, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Wolf Den ©2024 Bea Fitzgerald (P)2024 Penguin Audio

Bea Fitzgerald (Author), Florence Howard, Roxy Faridany, TBD (Narrator)

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Maurice and Maralyn: A Whale, a Shipwreck, a Love Story

Brought to you by Penguin. What begins as an eccentric English love story turns into one of the most dramatic adventures ever recorded... Maurice and Maralyn couldn't be more different. He is as cautious and awkward as she is charismatic and forceful. It seems an unlikely romance, but it works. Bored of 1970s suburban life, Maralyn has an idea: sell the house, build a boat, leave England - and its oil crisis, industrial strikes and inflation - forever. It is hard work, turning dreams into reality, but finally they set sail for New Zealand. Then, halfway there, their beloved boat is struck by a whale. It sinks within an hour, and the pair are cast adrift in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. On their tiny raft, over the course of days, then months, their love is put to the test. When Maurice begins to withdraw into himself, it falls upon Maralyn to keep them both alive. Their pet turtle helps, as does devising menus for fantasy dinners and dreaming of their next voyage. Filled with danger, spirit and tenderness, this is a book about human connection and the human condition; about how we survive - not just at sea, but in life. Somewhere, deep within, unspoken, we must know, we do know, that we'll all have our time adrift. For what else is a marriage, really, if not being stuck on a small raft with someone and trying to survive ©2024 Sophie Elmhirst (P)2024 Penguin Audio

Sophie Elmhirst (Author), Florence Howard, TBD (Narrator)

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Sweet Dreams

Brought to you by Penguin. *THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER* FROM THE WINNER OF THE Crime Writers' Awards International Dagger and the GLASS KEY AWARD. Two little girls go missing on the same day in Stockholm. Their disappearances are never explained. In time, the investigations are abandoned. A chance discovery puts Detective Ewert Grens back on the trail five years later. His own personal trauma makes him determined to find out what happened to these children who were snatched from a supermarket and a car park and never seen again. His search leads him into the recesses of the dark web and the discovery of a paedophile ring that can only be cracked from the inside. Grens is forced to call upon his retired partner, Piet Hoffman, the best undercover operative he knows, to try to infiltrate the group. They will have only one chance - but are they up to the darkest challenge of their lives? *** 'Nerve-wracking dark suspense with a masterly resolution. Anders Roslund is a marvellously talented author' Erik Axl Sund, bestselling author of THE CROW GIRL 'A perfect example of Scandi noir' The Times 'If you thrill to the chills of Scandinavian noir, chances are you've read something by Anders Roslund. He has two strong prose styles - dark and darker' New York Times © Anders Roslund 2022 (P) Penguin Audio 2022

Anders Roslund (Author), Florence Howard, Saul Reichlin (Narrator)

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The Bloater: The brilliantly original rediscovered classic comedy of manners

Brought to you by Penguin. Min works at the BBC as an audio engineer, where she is struggling to replicate the sound of a heartbeat. At home, other matters of the heart are making a mockery of life as Min knows it. Min has found herself the object of her lodger's affection. An internationally renowned opera singer she's nicknamed 'The Bloater', Min is disgusted and attracted to him in equal measure. But with a husband so invisible that she accidentally turns the lights off on him even when he's still in the room, Min can't quite bring herself to silence The Bloater's overtures. Vain, materialistic, yet surprisingly tender, The Bloater is a sparklingly ironic comedy of manners for all flirtatious gossips who love to hate and hate to love. 'Should The Bloater be republished? Oh God, absolutely, it's fantastic' Stewart Lee 'It is the perfect aperitif, makes you feel warm and careless and much, much happier' The Times 'Brittle, spry, spiky, amusing, a comedy of love... an original and distinctive flavour' Sunday Times © Rosemary Tonks 2022 (P) Penguin Audio 2022

Rosemary Tonks (Author), Florence Howard, Stewart Lee (Narrator)

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Muse: Uncovering the hidden figures behind art history's masterpieces

Brought to you by Penguin. Meet the unexpected, overlooked and forgotten models of art history. Who was Picasso's 'Weeping Woman'? Why was Grace Jones covered in graffiti? How did Francis Bacon meet the burglar who became his muse? The perception of the muse is that of a passive, powerless model, at the mercy of an influential and older artist. But is this trope a romanticised myth? Far from posing silently, muses have brought emotional support, intellectual energy, career-changing creativity and practical help to artists. Muse tells the true stories of the incredible muses who have inspired art history's masterpieces. From Leonardo da Vinci's studio to the covers of Vogue, art historian, critic and writer Ruth Millington uncovers the remarkable role of muses in some of art history's most well-known and significant works. Delving into the real-life relationships that models have held with the artists who immortalised them, it will expose the influential and active part they have played and deconstruct reductive stereotypes, reframing the muse as a momentous and empowered agent of art history. © Ruth Millington 2022 (P) Penguin Audio 2022

Ruth Millington (Author), Florence Howard (Narrator)

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The Wedding Party

Brought to you by Penguin. Till death do us part . . . Lucy has dreamt of her wedding day for as long as she can remember. And now the day is almost here. Her nearest and dearest are gathered on an idyllic Greek island and she just knows it's going to be perfect. It has to be. But even the best-laid plans can go horribly wrong. Why are her parents behaving so strangely? Why won't the rather odd lady from the airport stop hanging around? Who is the silent stranger her sister brought as a plus-1? And then they find the body. It's going to be a day to remember. An unputdownable thriller, perfect for fans of THE HOLIDAY and BIG LITTLE LIES. 'A Bride, a groom, a body: fantastically well-realised characters, tense, fast paced and surprising. I loved it' GILLIAN MCCALLISTER 'A sparkling, thrilling whodunit with a cast of extraordinarily well-realised characters and a setting that will take your breath away. I read it in twenty-four hours and was bereft when it ended' LISA JEWELL 'Claustrophobic, creepy and page-turning, a surprising and original domestic noir thriller' ROSAMUND LUPTON 'Brilliantly thrilling' JENNY COLGAN 'Tammy Cohen is one of my favourite writers and The Wedding Party does not disappoint. Absolutely gripping' JANE FALLON 'Glamorous and gripping, this novel transported me from rainy London right onto a sun-drenched Greek beach. I loved it' CASS GREEN 'Positively fizzes with energy. A genuine page-turner with characters that leap off the page' EMMA CURTIS 'Vibrant characters, pitch-perfect dialogue and trademark piercing observation all set against a stunning Grecian backdrop. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough' AMANDA JENNINGS © Tammy Cohen 2021 (P) Penguin Audio 2021

Tammy Cohen (Author), Florence Howard (Narrator)

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Change Your Thinking with CBT: Overcome stress, combat anxiety and improve your life

Brought to you by Penguin. All of us experience complicated thoughts and feelings as we negotiate the day and these feelings can be difficult to manage. Sometimes we are aware that the way we think contributes to our difficulties, but don't know what to do about it. Change Your Thinking is soundly based on the principles of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), the standard psychological tool used by therapists. The aim of CBT is to develop realistic thought patterns to help us respond better to upsetting emotions. In this fully revised and updated edition of her bestselling book Dr Edelman demonstrates how to dispute that nagging voice in your head and deal more rationally with feelings of anger, depression, frustration and anxiety. The book also offers sensible suggestions for more effective communication and for finding happiness - something that is within everyone's grasp. CBT can help you change your thinking and make a difference to your life - beginning today. ©Dr Sarah Edelman 2006 (P) Penguin Audio 2020

Dr Sarah Edelman (Author), Florence Howard (Narrator)

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