After Patrick Jackson's death, his estranged daughter Jo tries to unravel the mysteries that always surrounded him - the contrast between the charming, generous face he presented to the world, and his broodiness and temper at home, and the fact that his past in Ireland was shrouded in mystery. The more Jo questions and digs, trying to construct his story, the more the mysteries deepen. Finally she uncovers a chain of secrets forged in the religious and sexual prejudices of the past, but with the power to affect the lives of Patrick's family in the present day.
Elizabeth Baines Books
This novelist, short story writer, and playwright crafts narratives that are intricately beautiful yet abruptly brutal, capable of arousing deep sympathy and indignant anger. Their work is described as consuming, making readers wish for more time to immerse themselves in its pages. With compelling prose, they explore the human experience, leaving a lasting impression and compelling readers to reflect on the world.






A funny, action-packed, moving black-and-white graphic novel about a boy coming to terms with the loss of his dad.
Salt Slow
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Salt Slow is the electrifying debut collection of short stories about the monstrous in all of us, from a prize-winning new British talent.
Best British Short Stories invites you to judge a book by its cover - or more accurately, by its title. This new series aims to reprint the best short stories published in the previous calendar year by British writers, whether based in the UK or elsewhere.
Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non- fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.
'Stunning'DAZED'Her prose sparkles' ELIZA CLARK'Hauntingly good' iNEWS'A must read' GLAMOUR
Lily's grandad has been confused forgetful lately. Then his memories magically start coming to life and Lily knows it's the key to help Grandad get better. Can she unlock the past, before it's too late? An action-packed graphic novel, filled with humour and emotion, about remembering who you are and finding the light at the end of the tunnel.