{"title":"Events","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe Book Nook Meets...Kate Foster: Bestselling Author of The Repentants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWednesday 27th of May 7.30pm to 9pm\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketsource.com\/the-book-nook\/the-book-nook-meets-kate-foster-award-winning-author-of-the-repentants\/e-vrrvey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTickets selling fast book yours here via our Ticketsource page! \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/6525\/8945\/files\/Screenshot_2026-05-11_163451.png?v=1778513735\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"9781835981009","title":"Unknown : An atmospheric, gripping amateur sleuth crime thriller from a must-read new voice in Scottish crime fiction by Critchlow, Heather","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAuthor: Critchlow, Heather\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCrime \u0026amp; mystery\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003ePublished on 7 August 2025 by Canelo (Canelo Crime) in the United Kingdom as part of 'The Cal Lovett Files' series.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaperback | 336 pages\u003cbr\u003e197 x 130 x 24 | 236g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA woman with no name, a reckoning with the past, a present fraught with danger.In the most remote spot of the hills surrounding Loch Tay, a woman\"s remains were found. She had lay there a while, but any evidence of who she was had long gone “ or never existed. Crime podcaster Cal Lovett seeks to put ˜Hillside Jane\" to rest, but is he merely running from his own troubles?With the wife of his sister\"s alleged killer missing and a sense that any chance he had of getting justice for Margot is slipping from his grasp, Cal is at a crossroads. Perhaps peace for Hillside Jane will soothe his own fears. But events in the village don\"t bring the results anyone expected. Is Cal so stuck in the past that he won\"t spot the risk he faces in the here and now?A gripping instalment of the bestselling Scottish crime series from Bloody Scotland Debut Prize for Scottish Crime-shortlisted author Heather Critchlow. Perfect for fans of Jane Casey, Claire Douglas and Neil Lancaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for Unknown ˜The perfect true-crime thriller. It was suspenseful and kept me turning the pages until the end\" ????? Reader review˜Heather Critchlow\"s storytelling is superb. She weaves threads and timelines together seamlessly and keeps up the page-turning suspense. An outstanding crime series\" ????? Reader review˜My goodness what a story! With such exquisite writing and plot twists you won\"t see coming, you really will be up all night! An absolute must-read\" ????? Reader review˜As always Heather has written a truly immersive world. I was immediately hooked until the very end. I can\"t wait for the next one (already)\" ????? Reader review˜An excellent series. Cal is a complex believable character and his relationships and the world he inhabits feel real to the reader\" ????? Reader review˜A brilliant read with a well-thought-out, interesting plot that kept you engaged\" ????? Reader review˜I absolutely flew through this¦ Another very enjoyable instalment in the Cal Lovett series “ I don\"t think I will ever get enough!\" ????? Reader review˜An excellent book. Multiple threads are woven into the story with great dexterity, and are tied together at the end with even more skill\" ????? Reader review˜Well-plotted and atmospheric\" ????? Reader review˜What I like most about this series is the character development “ so realistic and so compelling\" ????? Reader review˜Excellent, twisty storyline. Keeps you guessing right to the end. Thoroughly enjoyable\" ????? Reader review˜Critchlow has really hit the jackpot with this series¦ Highly recommended to all\" ????? Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Book Nook","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56483019555197,"sku":"9781835981009","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/6525\/8945\/files\/9781835981009_f9ec7cfc-c522-4484-81f5-a6d0efe99da9.jpg?v=1754144599"},{"product_id":"9781035913725","title":"Sun Trap : The BRAND NEW gripping must-read destination thriller and perfect summer read for 2025 by Wolf, Rachel","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAuthor: Wolf, Rachel\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCrime \u0026amp; mystery\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003ePublished on 8 May 2025 by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC (Head of Zeus -- an Aries Book) in the United Kingdom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaperback | 336 pages\u003cbr\u003e196 x 130 x 23 | 242g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA tense, twisty destination thriller, perfect for reading by the pool on hot summer days, from the author of FIVE NIGHTS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Insanely gripping.' ANGELA CLARKE'The perfect escapist read.\" CLARE LESLIE HALL'Rachel Wolf has done it again.' HARRIET TYCEBE CAREFUL  Ellie has wanted to be an actor since she was a child so, when a role in a blockbuster film presents itself, she grabs it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  WHAT YOU  On the plane to Abu Dhabi to begin filming, Ellie overhears something she shouldn\"t “ two people discussing plans for murder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  WISH FOR  Unsure if it's a misunderstanding, and not wanting to ruin her big break, Ellie remains quiet. Then ten members of the cast become nine...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  But Ellie needs to be careful “ it\"s more than just her career on the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Because she isn\"t who she says she is.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  And liars are always the prime suspect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWHY READERS LOVE RACHEL WOLF'Glamorous and atmospheric.' CATHERINE COOPER 'Totally gripping.' HARRIET TYCE 'Addictive, claustrophobic.' ERIN KELLY 'Glamour, tension and twists galore!' LESLEY KARA\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Book Nook","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56605268672893,"sku":"9781035913725","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/6525\/8945\/files\/9781035913725_93e7fc82-633e-4997-8cc7-6912bccb7d80.jpg?v=1754144580"},{"product_id":"9781803287829","title":"Five Nights : Agatha Christie meets Succession in this fun, twisty thriller that will grip you from start to finish in 2025 by Wolf, Rachel","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAuthor: Wolf, Rachel\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCrime \u0026amp; mystery\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003ePublished on 29 February 2024 by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC (Head of Zeus -- an Aries Book) in the United Kingdom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaperback | 336 pages\u003cbr\u003e200 x 130 x 28 | 238g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Glamorous and atmospheric with a cast of brilliantly untrustworthy characters' CATHERINE COOPER'Totally gripping... Succession on the high seas'  HARRIET TYCEA POWERFUL FAMILY.  A LUXURY CRUISE. A KILLER ON BOARD...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI recently married Mattia Scarmardo, head of one of the wealthiest “ and most ruthless “ families in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI invited you on a five night voyage to New York aboard their glamorous new ship because I needed your help.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSomeone in the family is threatening me, scared of the new wife who could steal their vast inheritance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat I didn\"t tell you is that there would be a chance you would be targeted too. That what you did all those years ago would finally come back to bite you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou came here to help me, but you don\"t know the whole truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd now we\"re trapped on a boat with a murderer¦No one writes about the undoing of the rich and privileged quite like Rachel Wolf... Don't miss her latest twisty destination thriller set  in Abu Dhabi : SUN TRAPReaders are gripped by FIVE NIGHTS...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e˜Deadly glamour on the high seas... Addictive, claustrophobic\" ERIN KELLY˜Glamour, tension and twists galore! A thrilling read' LESLEY KARA'Agatha Christie meets Succession... A compulsive drama' JO FURNISS'A superbly crafted mystery... beautifully charts a course between classic whodunnit and white-knuckle thriller' DOMINIC NOLAN'The perfect mix of Glass Onion meets Death on the Nile' SARAH GOODWIN'Wild! Gulped down the gripping twists \u0026amp; turns of this murderous Succession at sea thriller like fine champagne. 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J. Finn, author of The Woman in the WindowHe won\"t rest until he finds out the truth¦Cal Lovett is obsessed with finding justice for the families of missing people. His true crime podcast is his way of helping others, even if he can\"t help himself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHis sister, Margot, disappeared when he was a child. Only one man seems to know something. But he\"s behind bars and can\"t be trusted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSo when the family of a missing Scottish woman begs for his help, he heads to Aberdeenshire in search of the truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDoes Cal have what it takes to unearth the secrets hiding in the hills? And what if he finds something that leads him back to the heart of his own family\"s past?A gripping crime thriller by a brilliant debut novelist, perfect for fans of Jane Casey, Fiona Barton and Loreth Anne White.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for Unsolved ˜One to watch\" The Critic˜Evocative, with immersive descriptions of the Highlands setting¦ tightly plotted, well written and nicely characterised with a compelling mystery at its heart.\" Harriet Tyce, author of It Ends at Midnight˜An assured and compelling debut. Elegant, reflective cold case mystery with a thriller\"s pace, beautifully written to boot.\" Dominic Nolan, author of Vine Street˜Gripping and taut, Heather Critchlow\"s prose is as beautiful as it is exciting¦ A confident debut.\" Sam Holland, author of The Echo Man˜A gripping, chiller of a debut. A darkly twisted tale with a touch of grace.\" Rachael Blok, author of The Fall˜I loved Unsolved. It is both compelling and assured with a wonderful sense of time and place. The whole thing sang to me.\" James Delargy, author of Vanished˜A nimble plot showcases Critchlow\"s keen observation of human nature and the dark motivations of ordinary people¦ it got right under my skin!\" Jo Furniss, author of All the Little Children˜Whip-smart and razor-sharp¦ had me turning the pages into the small hours.\" Alison Belsham, author of Death in Helmand˜All the nuance of a Booker winner, all the pace of a bestselling thriller, this spectacular mystery will keep you reading long after you should have turned out the light.\" Kate Simants, author of Freeze˜A beautifully written, perfectly plotted novel that\"s a cracking start to an exciting new crime series.\" Sheila Bugler, author of Black Valley Farm˜Completely enthralling. Critchlow has perfectly built suspense and tension for the reader. A must for the TBR.\" ????? Reader review˜Unsolved had me hooked right from the beginning. The characters were all well-developed. Kept me guessing right up to the very end.\" ????? Reader review˜A brilliant crime thriller. Critchlow does a fantastic job of capturing the reader and building empathy for Cal\"s situation. The pace of storytelling is excellent, the narrative is skilfully plotted, and the characters come alive in the reader\"s imagination.\" ????? Reader review˜An exceptionally assured debut from a writer who is surely one to watch. This crime novel is character-led and beautifully written, with the added tension of a twisty plot and the gorgeous backdrop of Scotland.\" ????? 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They\"re digging in the scrapyard.\"Cal Lovett has spent half his life telling other people\"s stories on his true crime podcast. But the police are close to solving the mystery of his sister\"s disappearance “ now he might finally get to tell Margot\"s story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA desperate relative begs for his help.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCal seeks respite on a holiday in the Scottish Highlands, but is dragged into a new cold case: an unsolved murder that shattered a family fourteen years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn isolated community wary of outsiders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEyes follow Cal everywhere. And someone makes it very clear that they don\"t want him snooping around¦How far will he go to find justice? And how far is far enough?The second thrilling instalment in the Cal Lovett Files, perfect for fans of Helen Fields, Jane Casey and Claire Douglas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for Unburied 'Moody and broody and grandly atmospheric, blending the remote-community disquiet of The Wicker Man with the pace and edge of something altogether modern. Exceptionally good' A. J. Finn, author of The Woman in the Window'A tense and gripping tale that explores the complexities of motherhood' Heather Darwent, author of The Things We Do For Our Friends'Exquisite prose, an exhilarating case and expertly crafted. A perfect follow up to a brilliant debut' Sam Holland, author of The Twenty'A palpably intense yet tender novel... Flawlessly crafted, with one mystery nestled within another. An exquisite series' Dominic Nolan, author of Vine Street'Flawless plotting, an atmospheric sense of place and a deep dive into the characters' lives' Emma Styles, author of No Country For Girls'A cleverly constructed thriller... I adored everything about this book from the remote highland setting to the small town malice that seeps through the pages and across the years' Robert Scragg, author of End of the Line'Riveting... heart-racing storytelling with very-real characters' James Delargy, author of Into the Flames˜Wow what a book¦ I could not put it down.\" ????? Reader review˜A brilliant story that is gripping from start to end. This will keep you on the edge of your seat with some great surprises along the way.\" ????? Reader review˜This was so good. The characters are well rounded and likeable¦ I can\"t wait for more Cal!\" ????? Reader review˜What a ride!! That book kept me guessing until the very end. I loved the pace and the speed of the book. I can\"t wait to read more by this extremely talented author!\" ????? Reader review˜Gripping. I was hooked from the first chapter ¦ so well written, perfectly paced and detailed, I was totally immersed in this world. If you like mystery, suspense and whodunnits this book is definitely for you! ????? 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The last time his parents saw him he was withdrawn and on edge where he\"d once been happy and carefree. Still searching for their son, they turn to their last hope, true crime podcaster Cal Lovett.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCal begins looking for answers, but is distracted by his sister\"s murder trial. He\"s so close to getting the justice Margot deserves. Can he finally leave the past “ and Margot “ behind?As Cal unearths disturbing evidence about Arran\"s fate, he suspects the young man\"s close-knit group of university friends are keeping secrets to protect each other. It seems old loyalties don\"t die easily. But they can\"t all stay silent forever¦An unputdownable crime thriller perfect for fans of Jane Casey, Cara Hunter and Neil Lancaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePraise for Unsound ˜Beautifully written, full of empathy and understanding, and at times, utterly devastating\" Louisa Scarr, author of Gallows Wood˜Darkly compelling... I couldn\"t put it down. Heather Critchlow writes characters so real I\"m still thinking of them now\" Rachel Wolf, author of Five Nights˜Unsound is a genuinely moving experience... it captured me. I loved it\" Dominic Nolan, author of White City˜Heather Critchlow\"s writing is razor-sharp\" Robert Rutherford, author of Seven Days˜Wow, wow, wow. A gripping thriller that left me heartbroken at times. I can\"t say that about many books. This was a great read\" ????? Reader review˜I devoured this! have really enjoyed reading these three novels back to back and look forward to the next one\" ????? Reader review˜I loved this book! It had a great premise, a gorgeous setting with beautifully written, absorbing descriptions, and good twists\" ????? Reader review˜I am a big fan of the Cal Lovett Files and it just keeps getting better and better! Tense, dark and gritty, this book completely captivated me and I read it in one day\" ????? Reader review˜I really enjoyed reading it and didn\"t want to put it down\" ????? Reader review˜HER BEST BOOK YET! I loved the storyline, the characters, the atmospheric setting and the emotions that came with it¦ I honestly cannot recommend this series enough and I cannot wait for book four!\" ????? Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Book Nook","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56605269164413,"sku":"9781804362624","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/6525\/8945\/files\/9781804362624_31e4e5c4-d3bd-49f3-81d6-4fba27429de5.jpg?v=1754144595"},{"product_id":"9781035916863","title":"Her Perfect Escape : the addictive and twisty thriller for summer 2026 from the author of SUN TRAP and FIVE NIGHTS by Wolf, Rachel","description":"\u003cp\u003e‘Luxury, lies and lethal secrets. Expect sun-drenched chills when a Greek paradise turns perilous' JO FURNISS 'Immerses you in luxury and intrigue on a stunning Greek island... Perfect reading escapism.' HEATHER CRITCHLOW‘I loved it!... Pacy, thrilling, clever - it was the perfect page-turner.’ FLISS CHESTER'A sultry, gripping read and perfect for fans of The White Lotus.’ CASS GREEN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven paradise has shadows. July 2025. Tash and Mark host a birthday weekend for their son, Dom, at their luxury villa on a Greek island, inviting a select list of people to celebrate. As the drinks flow, the unthinkable happens when Tash’s sister drowns, vanishing without a trace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo one suspects foul play – except for Tash. July 2026. One year on, Tash hosts a party for the same guests who were there when Emma died. She's learned that they're all hiding something - even Dom's behaviour has changed since that night. She knows that answers lie on the island and no one is leaving until she gets the truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut if the villa holds the secrets to what happened, it also hides a killer...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'What a ride! 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Sara has won several awards and the book was shortlisted for the East Anglian Book Awards in 2025 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoanna will be signing copies of her book, out in paperback on 2\/6\/26, which is available to pre-order with 10% off from the The Book Nook or will be on sale on the evening. Tickets are £8 and include refreshments or £16 with the book. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the book: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.booknookshop.co.uk\/products\/the-eights-by-joanna-miller-entertaining-and-moving-i-came-to-love-these-four-women-as-though-they-were-my-sisters-tracy-chevalier-copy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Eights\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the unlikely friendship of four of the first ever women to study at Oxford University: a captivating debut novel about sisterhood, self-determination, courage, and what it means to come of age in a world that has changed forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThey knew they were changing history.  They didn’t know they would change each other\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOxford, 1920. For the first time in its 1000-year history, the world’s most famous university has admitted female students. Giddy with dreams of equality, education and emancipation, four young women move into neighbouring rooms on Corridor Eight. They have come here from all walks of life, and they are thrown into an unlikely, life-affirming friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDora was never meant to go to university, but, after losing both her brother and her fiancé on the battlefield, has arrived in their place. Beatrice, politically-minded daughter of a famous suffragette, sees Oxford as a chance to make her own way – and her own friends – for the first time. Socialite Otto fills her room with extravagant luxuries but fears they won’t be enough to distract her from her memories of the war years. And quiet, clever, Marianne, the daughter of a village vicar, arrives bearing a secret she must hide from everyone – even The Eights – if she is to succeed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut Oxford’s dreaming spires cast a dark shadow: in 1920, misogyny is still rife, influenza is still a threat, and the ghosts of the Great War are still very real indeed. And as the group navigate this tumultuous moment in time, their friendship will become more important than ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout Joanna:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoanna Miller\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003estudied English at Exeter College, Oxford and later returned to complete a PGCE in Secondary English at The Department of Educational Studies. After ten years as a teacher and literacy adviser, she set up an award-winning poetry gift business with celebrity clients. Joanna’s rhyming verse has been filmed twice by the BBC and in 2015 she won The Poetry Prize, run by Bloomsbury Publishing and the National Literacy Trust. In 2021, Joanna graduated from the Faber Academy, after which she was accepted on the Escalator Talent Development Scheme at The National Centre for Writing. She has recently returned to Oxford to study part-time for a diploma in creative writing. 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What a fantastic read. My book of the year’ JILL MANSELL-They knew they were changing history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey didn’t know they would change each other. ‘Beautifully captures the power of friendship and love in the wake of extraordinary loss. It was a pleasure to read’ Pip Williams, author of The Dictionary of Lost Words ‘Sparkling … An inspiring reminder of the trail blazed by clever women in the past’ The Times\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOxford, 1920.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the first time in its 1,000-year history, the world’s most famous university has admitted female students. Giddy with dreams of equality, education and emancipation, four young women move into neighbouring rooms on Corridor Eight and find themselves thrust into an unlikely, life-affirming friendship. They have come here from all walks of life, but Dora, Beatrice, Otto and Marianne all long to move on from the Great War, whose ghosts, grief, and secrets still feel very real indeed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut Oxford is a place caught between tradition and change, where centuries of misogyny and exclusion clash with the promise of new freedoms. And as the group navigate this tumultuous moment in time under the city’s dreaming spires, their friendship will become more important than ever. The Eights is a captivating debut novel about sisterhood, self-determination, courage, and what it means to come of age in a world that is forever changed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-‘A beautifully wrought story of women’s rights, freedom, love and experience. 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