Unforgettable Books
-
$37.00 $32.00
-
Box 88
Lachlan Kite is a member of BOX 88, an elite transatlantic black ops outfit so covert that not even MI6 and the CIA are certain of its existence -- but even the best spy can't anticipate every potential threat in a world where dangerous actors lurk around every corner. At the funeral of his childhood best friend, Lachlan falls into a trap that drops him into the hands of a potentially deadly interrogation, with his pregnant wife, also abducted, being held as collateral for the information he's sworn on his own life to protect. Thirty years earlier Lachlan, then just out of the upper class boarding school where he was reared, was BOX 88's newest recruit. In the haze of a gap year summer, in which the study of spycraft was intertwined with a journey of self-discovery, he cut his teeth on a special assignment on the coast of France, where a friendship allowed him special access to one of Iran's most dangerous men. Today, Lachlan's nostalgia for the trip is corrupted by recollection of the deceit that accompanied it but, in order to save his family, he'll be forced to revisit those painful memories one last time. A pulse-pounding narrative that straddles two eras -- 1989 and 2020 -- BOX 88 is a "wonderfully taut, exciting and up-to-date spy thriller" that introduces a compelling new character and a captivating international storyline (Spectator, Books of the Year).
$22.95 $17.95
-
Trinity Six
A Washington Post Notable Fiction Book of the YearThe most closely-guarded secret of the Cold War is about to be exposed - the identity of a SIXTH member of the infamous Cambridge spy ring. And people are killing for it, in Charles Cumming's bestselling thriller The Trinity Six. London, 1992. Late one night, Edward Crane, 76, is declared dead at a London hospital. An obituary describes him only as a 'resourceful career diplomat'. But Crane was much more than that - and the circumstances surrounding his death are far from what they seem. Fifteen years later, academic Sam Gaddis needs money. When a journalist friend asks for his help researching a possible sixth member of the notorious Trinity spy ring, Gaddis knows that she's onto a story that could turn his fortunes around. But within hours the journalist is dead, apparently from a heart attack. Taking over her investigation, Gaddis trails a man who claims to know the truth about Edward Crane. Europe still echoes with decades of deadly disinformation on both sides of the Iron Curtain. And as Gaddis follows a series of leads across the continent, he approaches a shocking revelation - one which will rock the foundations of politics from London to Moscow... "Cumming's novel is characterized by a gripping sense of realism. He displays a vast knowledge of spycraft and Cold War history, and the dense, three-dimensional world he crafts comes complete with seedy hotels and smoky nightclubs. The result is absolutely gripping. Taut, atmospheric and immersive--an instant classic." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) on The Trinity Six Kirkus Reviews Best of 2011 Thrillers.
$30.00 $25.00
-
Every Spy a Traitor
A Financial Times Best Book of 2024'One of the superstars of modern spy fiction' Daily Express 'One of the best spy novels I've read' I. S. Berry, author of The Peacock and the Sparrow 'Gerlis is at the top of his game' Paul Vidich, author of Beirut Station Trust no one. Suspect everyone. It's 1937. Fear and suspicion stalk the Continent. A million have died in Stalin's Great Purge and the Nazi terror grips Germany. But British intelligence is still trying to work out who the enemy is. As Europe heads towards war, treason is in the air. British spymasters know there is one Soviet agent in their ranks, codenamed Agent 'Archie', and there's a frantic search to find them. What they don't know is that he is not the only traitor. The life of Charles Cooper, a young British writer travelling Europe to research his novel, is about to change for ever The thrilling first novel in Alex Gerlis' new Double Agent espionage series, perfect for fans of Charles Cumming and Mick Herron. 'Fascinating... A pleasant blend of John Buchan derring-do if lightweight adventures and the more gritty Le Carr-like grey travails in the secret corridors of power' Maxim Jakubowski, Crime Time 'Clever plotting, rich detail and a compelling story of a young man forced to become a double agent to survive in a world where friends become adversaries and no one can be trusted.Every Spy a Traitor will reward fans of Graham Greene, Charles Cumming, Frederick Forsythe and Alan Furst' Paul Vidich, author of Beirut Station 'An absorbing portrait of a world on the brink that disarms you before it floors you' Tim Glister, author of Red Corona 'With this brilliant tale of a writer entangled in pre-World War II espionage, Gerlis cleverly builds an ironic and darkly realistic world that shows just how nebulous is the border between good and evil, observer and participant, our inner and outer lives. Richly imagined, meticulously plotted, and chockfull of historic details, Every Spy a Traitor is one of those rare books that gets better with every page. One of the best spy novels I've read' I. S. Berry, author of The Peacock and the Sparrow
$23.00 $18.00
-
Fields of Fire
"In my opinion, the finest of the Vietnam novels."--Tom WolfeThey each had their reasons for joining the Marines. They each had their illusions. Goodrich came from Harvard. Snake got the tattoo--"Death Before Dishonor"--before he got the uniform. Hodges was haunted by the ghosts of family heroes. They were three young men from different worlds, plunged into a white-hot, murderous realm of jungle warfare as it was fought by one Marine platoon in the An Hoa Basin, 1969. They had no way of knowing what awaited them. Nothing could have prepared them for the madness to come. And in the heat and horror of battle they took on new identities, took on one another, and were each reborn in fields of fire. Fields of Fire is James Webb's classic novel of the Vietnam War, a novel of poetic power, razor-sharp observation, and agonizing human truths seen through the prism of nonstop combat. Weaving together a cast of vivid characters, Fields of Fire captures the journey of unformed men through a man-made hell--until each man finds his fate. Praise for Fields of Fire "Few writers since Stephen Crane have portrayed men at war with such a ring of steely truth."--The Houston Post "A stunner . . . Webb gives us an extraordinary range of acutely observed people, not one a stereotype, and as many different ways of looking at that miserable war."--Newsweek "A novel of such fullness and impact, one is tempted to compare it to Norman Mailer's The Naked and the Dead."--The Oregonian "Webb's book has the unmistakable sound of truth acquired the hard way. His men hate the war; it is a lethal fact cut adrift from personal sense. Yet they understand that its profound insanity, its blood and oblivion, have in some way made them fall in love with battle and with each other."--Time
$15.99 $10.99
-
Bean Trees
"The Bean Trees is the work of a visionary. . . . It leaves you open-mouthed and smiling." -- Los Angeles TimesAn acclaimed bestseller that has come to be regarded as an American classic, The Bean Trees is the novel that launched Barbara Kingsolver's remarkable literary career. Kingsolver has gone on to win the Pulitzer Prize for her novel, Demon Copperhead, and is the recipient of the National Book Foundation's Medal for Distinguish Contribution to American LettersThe Bean Trees is the charming, engrossing tale of rural Kentucky native Taylor Greer, who only wants to get away from her roots and avoid getting pregnant. She succeeds, but inherits a three-year-old Native American girl named Turtle along the way, and together, from Oklahoma to Arizona, half-Cherokee Taylor and her charge search for a new life in the West. Hers is a story about love and friendship, abandonment and belonging, and the discovery of surprising resources in seemingly empty places.
$23.99 $18.99
-
Complete Calvin and Hobbes (Original)
***No discount code needed. 25% discount now included in sale price** The complete Calvin and Hobbes collection--now in an accessible, affordable four-volume paperback set. Perfect for fans, collectors, and new readers eager to experience every laugh, adventure, and heartfelt moment of this iconic series. This four-volume paperback edition contains every published Calvin and Hobbes strip from 1985 to 1995, as well a thoughtful introductory essay by Bill Watterson, full-color cover and spot art from the classic Calvin and Hobbes collections, and all of the special illustrated stories and poems that appeared in previous books. Ideal for families, new readers, and longtime fans, The Complete Calvin and Hobbes is the ultimate celebration of Watterson's storytelling, humor, and philosophy while providing a complete journey through the magic of Calvin and Hobbes. HIGHLIGHTS Complete collection of all Calvin and Hobbes strips (1985-1995) Four paperback volumes in a durable slipcase Full-color Sunday strips and black-and-white daily strips Perfect for fans, collectors, families, and nostalgic readers Affordable and portable edition of the original hardcover set
$160.00 $120.00
-
Hunger Games Box Set (Deluxe Edition with Stenciled Edges)
***No discount code needed. 25% discount now included in sale price** All four of the Hunger Games paperbacks in a stunning deluxe box set that features sprayed edges with stenciled artwork, as well as all-new must-have covers. This is a breathtaking collectible perfect for the long-time fan or new Hunger Games reader. Winning means fame and fortune. Losing means certain death. The Hunger Games have begun . . . Suzanne Collins's groundbreaking New York Times bestsellers--The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, Mockingjay, and The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes--are available now in a special edition deluxe box set. Each book has a unique stenciled edge design, iconic new cover, and foil stamping.
$69.96 $52.47
-
Boxcar Children Mysteries Boxed Set 1-4: The Boxcar Children; Surprise Island; The Yellow House; Mystery Ranch
Introduce a new generation of readers to the Boxcar Children(R) chapter books with this classic boxed set, featuring the first four books in the series. Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny Alden are four brave siblings who were searching for a home when they discovered a life of mystery and adventure! This boxed set includes the following titles: #1 The Boxcar Children When four orphaned children find an abandoned boxcar in the woods, they decide to call it home--and become the Boxcar Children!#2 Surprise Island As the Alden children explore their summer home, they realize there is more to the island--and to a new friend--than meets the eye.#3 The Yellow House Mystery A long-lost clue leads the Alden children to a mysterious old house while on summer vacation.#4 Mystery Ranch The Alden children make a discovery that leads them to investigate a mystery involving their family ranch. What started as a single story about the Alden Children has delighted readers for generations and sold more than 80 million books worldwide. Featuring timeless adventures, mystery, and classic illustrations, The Boxcar Children(R) series continues to inspire children to learn, question, imagine, and grow.
$36.96 $31.96
-
Chronicles of Narnia 7-Book Box Set: The Magician's Nephew, the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, the Horse and His Boy, Prince Caspian, the Voyage of
***No discount code needed. 25% discount now included in sale price** Experience The Chronicles of Narnia in its entirety with this must-have paperback box set, complete with the seven books in C. S. Lewis's classic fantasy series. C. S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia has captivated readers of all ages for over seventy-five years, enchanting them with fantastical talking creatures, epic battles between good and evil, and magical doorways into new lands. This box set includes pocket-sized, mass market editions of all seven titles in The Chronicles of Narnia: The Magician's Nephew; The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe; The Horse and His Boy; Prince Caspian; The Voyage of the Dawn Treader; The Silver Chair; and The Last Battle.
$76.93 $57.70
-
Magic Tree House Books 5-8 Boxed Set
Magic. Mystery. Time-travel. Get whisked back in time in the magic tree house with Jack and Annie in this boxed set featuring books 5-8 of the #1 bestselling chapter book series!Jack and Annie's friend, Morgan le Fay, is in trouble! They must find four "M" things to free her from a spell. Their adventures take them to meet a ninja master in ancient Japan, flee a crocodile on the Amazon River, discover the cave people of the Ice Age, and blast off to the moon in the future. It's a difficult and dangerous mission, but Jack and Annie will do anything to save a friend! Books in this set include: Night of the Ninjas (#5), Afternoon on the Amazon (#6), Sunset of the Sabertooth (#7), and Midnight on the Moon (#8) The Magic Tree House series has been a beloved favorite for over 25 years and is sure to inspire a love of reading--and adventure--in every child who joins Jack and Annie! Did you know that there's a Magic Tree House book for every kid?- Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books- Magic Tree House Graphic Novels: Jack and Annie's original adventures come to life with full-color, vibrant art, perfect for graphic novel fans and reluctant readers- Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader- Super Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventure- Fact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures
$32.96 $27.96
-
Dog Man: The Epic Collection: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #1-3 Box Set)
A paw-some box set of the first three Dog Man books by worldwide bestselling author and artist Dav Pilkey. Dog Man is the crime-biting canine who is part dog, part man, and ALL HERO! This three-book boxed set includes the first, second, and third books in the Dog Man series: Dog Man, Dog Man Unleashed, and Dog Man: A Tale of Two Kitties. Dav Pilkey's wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including empathy, kindness, persistence, and the importance of being true to one's self.
$43.97 $38.97
You have seen 24 out of 136 products