Dirtbag Danny


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In the not too distant future, parents have the option to "genetically design" their offspring. As a result most of Danny's classmates have been given every genetic advantage their parents could afford. Unfortunately for Danny, his parents had him "naturally" and he does not possess these enhancements. This is what earns him the misguided title of "Dirtbag". Danny understands more than anyone about the reality of being yourself and how you look or the abilities you have don't necessarily make you a better person.




Daniel's Story


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Daniel leaves the family farm in 1890 to find his father in South Dakota -- and finds a big surprise as well.




In Exile


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Traitor


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Danny Watts' grandfather, Fergus, was a Deniable Operator in the SAS before he was betrayed, imprisoned, and falsely denounced as a traitor. Now Fergus has escaped, but the real traitor is determined to silence Fergus and Danny for good. Together Danny and Fergus are forced to go on the run in an against-the-odds battle for survival. As they try to clear Fergus' name, Danny learns all the military field craft, trade skills, and covert operations techniques that are second nature to his grandfather. When Fergus is recaptured, Danny must put those skills to the test and rescue Fergus before it's too late.




Danny the Detective


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Step into the world of mystery and intrigue with Vera C. Barclay's thrilling novel, "Danny the Detective." Join Danny, an astute young detective, as he embarks on a series of daring investigations that will challenge his skills and test his resolve. As Danny delves deeper into each case, uncovering secrets and solving perplexing puzzles, one question looms large: Can a young detective's sharp mind outwit the cleverest of criminals? With every page turn, the stakes rise and the mysteries deepen. Will Danny's unyielding determination and keen intellect be enough to crack the toughest cases? Dive into this captivating adventure where every clue brings Danny closer to unraveling the truth. Are you ready to join Danny in his quest for justice and uncover the secrets hidden in plain sight? Experience the thrill of detective work through Danny's eyes, where every twist and turn brings you closer to the resolution. Don't miss out on this exciting journey—grab your copy of "Danny the Detective" today and become a part of the adventure!




Jake's Tower


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'It's good that I've found this secret place . . . No one can get to to me up there. It's totally safe.' In real life, Jake is never safe. He lives in constant fear of his mother's violent boyfriend. But in his imaginary tower he can dream up his own father - the stranger who gave him a cuddle and a fluffy duck the day he was born and went away for ever. Jake doesn't believe dreams ever come true. But sometimes they do - in strange and surprising ways. Shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal, Jake's Tower by Elizabeth Laird is a powerful and moving novel that spotlights the issue of domestic abuse.




Pray for Death (A Gunn Brothers Thriller)


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A heart pounding thriller for fans of Lee Child, Matt Hilton and James Hilton. EVEN PRAYER WON'T SAVE THEM NOW Brothers Danny and Clay Gunn were brought up an ocean apart. Both served in the military, and both know how to kill, taking work as private military contractors and freelance "fixers". Celine Chavez is the closest thing to a daughter that Clay Gunn has. But now she has disappeared while vacationing in Mexico. Clay and his brother Danny must venture into the ultra-violent criminal underworld to bring her home. From the bright lights of Cancún to a living nightmare in the wildest jungles of the Yucatán, the Gunn brothers face the direst of enemies yet. One thing is for sure: if they survive, the Gunn brothers will never be the same again.




Nemesis: The Death of Timmy Quinn


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Selected as one of FEARNET.com's Best Books of 2012. The conclusion to the award-winning Timmy Quinn series. "We no longer need the sun to cast our shadows, for we have become them." For over twenty years Tim Quinn has lived in the shadow of death. Now, the Curtain has come down and the dead no longer need him to facilitate their vengeance. As the air turns amber, the shadows deepen, and murderous revenants begin to stalk the streets, Tim and the woman he loves must race to find Peregrine, the man they believe responsible for the sundering of the veil between the living and the dead. While the sins of the past intertwine with the present and vicious entities old and new arise to claim dominion, Tim must learn the secrets of The Stage and uncover the genesis of those who created it before The Stage becomes all there is. But just as there are enemies in Tim's dark new world, so too are there allies: The Conduits, people possessed of similar gifts who share a common goal: to find and destroy Peregrine before Peregrine destroys them all. In the final battle, Tim will fight not only for the woman he loves and the life she carries within her, but for the very fate of mankind. It is a battle that will transcend realms, cost lives, and at last bring Tim Quinn face to face with his nemesis. NEMESIS is the epic novel-length conclusion of the acclaimed Timmy Quinn series, which began in 2004 with the Bram Stoker Award-winning novella THE TURTLE BOY.




Danny Danger and the Cosmic Remote


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When Danny's Uncle Charlie gives him a remote control for his birthday, Danny can't help but feel disappointed. What's the use of a remote without the thing it controls? But when Danny discovers that it can actually manipulate Time, he cheers up a bit. Imagine being able to get into trouble, then press rewind so you can't get told off? Brilliant! Except there's someone else who wants the remote, someone who'll stop at nothing to get his thumb on it. The Night Scientist is after Danny and Danny isn't going to be able to fast-forward his way out of this one...




Mates


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Set in London between 1947-1966, the story follows the relationship between two boyhood friends. Pete, the elder by one year, is outgoing, strong and confident and always looks out for Alec, who is the brighter of the two but quieter and somewhat shy. Alex discovers a horrifying truth about his family that leaves him devastated. The boys are inseparable but are involved in an incident that changes their relationship completely.