Set My Heart To Five
- 464 pages
- 17 hours of reading
'You shall read this with unadulterated pleasure' Scotland on Sunday 'A beautiful, funny, heartfelt analysis of what it means to be human' Simon Pegg
Simon Stephenson Books
This author explores profound human emotions and relationships within near-future, speculative settings. Through narratives that often draw from personal experience with loss and the search for meaning, the author delves into themes of memory, sentience, and connection in an increasingly digital world. Their writing is characterized by a sensitive and engaging voice, inviting readers to consider what it truly means to feel and to be human.
'A riveting read' Sunday Times, Crime Book of the Year 'A smartly-paced thriller' Evening Standard 'Dramatic, unnerving... exceptional' The Sun *SELECTED FOR BBC'S BETWEEN THE COVERS* *A NEW YORK TIMES Editor's Pick* *THE SUNDAY TIMES' Crime Book of the Year* *THE GUARDIAN's Best Recent Crime and Thrillers* *THE EVENING STANDARD's Best New Books of 2022* *THE TIMES' Best Crime Books of 2022* _____________________________________________________________ The year is 1999. Returning to practice after a suspension for stealing opioids, a young Scottish doctor takes the only job he can find: a post as a senior house officer in the struggling east London hospital of St Luke's. Amid the maelstrom of sick patients, over-worked staff and underfunded wards a darker secret soon declares itself: too many patients are dying. Which of the medical professionals our protagonist has encountered is behind the murders? And can our unnamed narrator's version of the events be trusted? 'A delightful read. The serial killer plotline is an added bonus. I loved it' Kathy Reichs, the #1 New York Times bestseller
The Snowman Code
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Set against a backdrop of humor and warmth, this story explores the enduring strength of love and friendship. Crafted by the acclaimed screenwriter of Pixar's Luca and Paddington 2, it combines heartfelt moments with comedic elements, creating a narrative that resonates with readers seeking both hope and laughter.