Sunset1941 To the residents and defence forces of the Crown Colony of Hong Kong, th war in Europe remains remote. Even the massive build up of Japanese forces on the Chinese border cannot dent their carefree optimism. Yet one man suspects the truth. Lieutenant Commander Esmond Brooke, captain of HMS Serpent and a veteran of the cruel Atlantic, sees all too clearly the folly and incometence of Hong Kong's colonial administration. To Brooke, attack by Japan

which opens the door on the Russian high life in London and corruption at the heart of British politics

Then a series of unusual events reignites Ethan's ambition

'Masterful

The Fir Tree

Captain Sir Thomas Kydd finds his glorious return to England cut short when the Admiralty summons him to lead a squadron of frigates into these waters to cause havoc and distress to the enemy

If you're not an apple

Lauren is alone on the maternity ward with her new-born twins when a terrifying encounter in the middle of the night leaves her convinced someone is trying to steal her children

a hilarious morality play

beautifully illustrated in watercolour by acclaimed artist Michael Foreman

one that will reunite her women in the depths of the house on the night of a magnificent ball - and play out right under the noses of her former employers

In Rendells dark and atmospheric tale of psychological suspense

This is a triumphant conclusion to the outstanding "Emperor" series