Bleak Encounter at the Cape – Richard Trahair (g 70)

A dead body is discovered at the Cape by a local volunteer coastguard Watchkeeper who decides in a spirit of Cornish self-reliance to pursue his own investigation of the affair, which is baffling the local police. In the guise of holidaymakers, he and his slightly sceptical wife follow the clues to the shores of Lake … Read more

The Peppered Moth – Adam Preston (d 84)

On the most important day in his business calendar, Michael Peel awakes to find that he has undergone an inconvenient transformation. Melissa Viney, frequent Guardian journalist and presenter of BBC Radio 4’s “Something Understood”, describes The Peppered Moth as “a hilarious and pacey debut novel.” which “had me laughing out loud.” Inspired by the grotesque … Read more

No Lift and No Stairs – Ian Hey (g 83)

38-year-old Hawkwind fan and Stoneway’s removal porter Peter Booth has recently split up with long-time girlfriend, Sarah, and finds himself in a tiny studio flat, self-confidence dwindling and alcohol levels rising. Possible salvation appears in the form of Stoneway’s new employee, the attractive and sophisticated, Emily. A relationship tentatively blossoms but Peter is aghast to … Read more

Overland 1970 – David Shirreff (f 65)

It is 1970 and in London a group of people gather around a Land Rover covered in jerry cans and rigged up to a trailer. Ahead lies a journey of many thousands of miles on ‘The Hippie Trail’, the well-trodden route from London to Nepal. They will encounter every imaginable hazard along increasingly dangerous roads … Read more

For the Triumph of Evil – Piers Zvegintzov (h 86) writing as Gordon Watt

The Congo. Elections are looming. The president will stop at nothing to stay in power. In a remote national park a young zoologist survives a devastating rebel attack. Her investigation into the massacre catapults her into a world of political intrigue, corruption and danger. Elali’s only chance of survival is to find friends she can … Read more

Confessions of an English Alcalde – Dr Peter Such (staff 1980-2011)

Confessions of an English Alcalde: a Cautionary Tale is a compelling and richly entertaining account of life, with both its joys and complications, in a small village set deep among the olive groves of Andalusia. It sets the dream of rural bliss against the demanding and sometimes harsh reality of adjusting to values and a … Read more

Wilfred and the Half-Pintle – Peter Stride (g 64)

Wilfred, an Anglo-Saxon youth of the old Druid faith: Survives a Viking massacre and prolonged depression Becomes an expert herbalist and protects the natural environment Seeks a cure for cancer among the old Anglo-Saxon nine herbs charm He becomes an expert but reluctant swordsman Cures King Alfred’s bowel disease and fights in his shield wall … Read more

The White House, Holyhead – Richard Cartmel (a 69)

The White House, Holyhead is the eighth title in the highly- acclaimed Novella Nostalgia series of modern stories inspired by iconic films. Available to purchase on Amazon from 15 October 2019, The White House, Holyhead is based on the 1942 classic Casablanca, one of the world’s best-loved movies. Set in World War Two, the film … Read more

HMS Barrabbas, The Further Adventures of Jim Hawkins – Ben Jeapes (h 83)

Jim Hawkins witnessed murder and betrayal on Treasure Island, and vowed he would never return. Four years later, Jim is old enough to make his own way in the world, and determined to put his wealth to good use. But fate and the press gang have other ideas, and his reputation goes before him, thanks … Read more

Sailor All At Sea – Richard Trahair (g 70)

An exciting thriller in which a retired Royal Navy officer sailing off the Isle of Wight encounters a strange object floating in the sea. A Ukrainian General is murdered in an English hotel by irradiation. MI5 are on the case. The link between these two events is an attractive young woman. The coast of Dorset, … Read more