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Clay contains infinite possibilities in its transmutations, evidenced on the shelves of our homes, our galleries and museums. Every time we make something with clay, we engage with the timelines that are in the material itself, whether it was dug from a clifftop, riverbed or pit. In firing what we make, we bestow the material with function, meaning, or feeling, and anchor its form in a human present... Objects made from clay contain marks of our existence that collectively tell the story of human history more completely than any other material. There is a reason there are so many pots in museums: because fired clay is one of the most effective keepers of stories we have.This book is a love letter to clay, the material that is at the beginning, middle and end of all of our lives; that contains within it the eternal, the elemental, and the everyday.People have been taking handfuls of earth and forming them into their own image since human history began. Human forms are found everywhere there was a ceramic tradition, and there is a ceramic tradition everywhere there was human activity. The clay these figures are made from was formed in deep geological time. It is the material that God, cast as the potter, uses to form Adam in Genesis. Tomb paintings in Egypt show the god Khnum at a potters wheel, throwing a human. Humans first recorded our own history on clay tablets, the shape of the characters influenced by the clay itself. The first love poem was inscribed in a clay tablet, from a Sumerian bride to her king more than 4000 years ago. Born out of a desire to know and understand the mysteries of this material, the spiritual and practical applications of clay in both its micro and macro histories, Clay: A Human History is a book of wonder and insight, a hybrid of archaeology, history and lived experience as an amateur potter.

**THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER**A Scotsmans guide to the extraordinary tapestry of the land, history, folklore and stories of his homeland. From the majestic beauty of the wild Scottish landscape to the hidden traces of its history waiting to be uncovered in every town and village, Andrew McAlindon is enthralled by the country he is lucky enough to call home. As one of Scotlands busiest tour guides in real life and online, Andy travels around the country to ancient sites such as castles, cemeteries, burial chambers and prisons, celebrating the history, folklore, superstitions and the fascinating people that make Scotland so unique. Lochs and Legends is Andys love letter to Scotland, a love that began when he landed a part on the worldwide phenomenon Outlander, and led to him dedicating his life to learning more about the true star of the show Scotland. A social media sensation as Andy the Highlander, his first book opens up Scotlands secrets to anyone, even if they can only explore it from the comfort of their armchair. It invites you to time travel with Andy, walking in the footsteps of kings and queens, lairds and ladies, murderers, farmers, poets, invading armies, and everyday folks like himself. It is Scotland as youve never seen it before.

A new biography uncovering the life of golf superstar, Tiger Woods, featuring original interviews and reporting. What makes Tiger tick?------------------------------------How did Tiger Woods become the greatest of all time?And how did he fall so spectacularly? Before the age of twenty-five, Tiger Woods had risen to phenomenon status: twice named Sportsman of the Year by Sports Illustrated, champion of more than thirty professional tournaments and the youngest player to win all four Grand Slam tournaments.In vivid, dramatic scenes, Tiger, Tiger taps into the transformative moments of Woods life, both on and off the course.------------------------------------PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSONThe master storyteller of our timesHILLARY RODHAM CLINTONNo one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spadesLEE CHILDPatterson boils a scene down to the single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves a plot along. Its what fires off the movie projector in the readers mindMICHAEL CONNELLYJames Patterson is The Boss. End of.IAN RANKINNobody does it betterJEFFREY DEAVER

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERWINNER OF THE BOLLINGER EVERYMAN WODEHOUSE PRIZE FOR COMIC FICTIONWINNER OF THE GOLDSBORO GLASS BELL AWARDLONGLISTED FOR THE WOMENS PRIZE FOR FICTIONSHORTLISTED FOR THE WINSTON GRAHAM HISTORICAL PRIZE LONGLISTED FOR THE HISTORICAL WRITERS ASSOCIATION DEBUT CROWN AWARDStriking, darkly funny and heartfelt Grabs you from the first page and doesnt let go Ferdia Lennon, author of Glorious ExploitsCrisp, transportive, uplifting I loved it! Bonnie Garmus, author of Lessons in ChemistryA bold, funny and imaginative journey through Tudor England A real treat Joanna Quinn, author of The Whalebone TheatreBorn a vagabond, Tibb Ingleby has never had a roof of her own. Her mother has taught her that if youre not too bound by the Big Mans rules, there are many ways a woman can find shelter in this world. But now her ma is gone.As she journeys through the fields and forests of medieval England, Tibb discovers that there are people who will care for her, as well as those who mean her harm. And there are a great many others who are prepared to believe just about anythingSo, when the opportunity presents itself to escape the shackles society has placed on them, Tibb and her new friends conjure an audacious plan: her greatest trickerie yet. But before they know it, their hoax takes on a life of its own, drawing crowds - and vengeful enemies - to their door.A tale of belief and superstition, kinship and courage, A Little Trickerie introduces a ragtag cast of characters and an unforgettable, endearing and distinctly unangelic heroine.Joyful and highly original Rosanna Pike absolutely nails Tibbs voice The TimesAbsolutely raucous and vividly alive India Knight[Written] with great panache ... A book [that] is unapologetically itself ... Lovable, fun and emotionally juicy Guardian

A treat of a read!Closer____________________________________Flo Greenberg: highly strung. Over-achiever. And desperate for a relaxing Greek holiday with her family.Jamie Kramer: her brothers best friend. Pain in the arse. And somehow on Flos relaxing Greek holiday tooWith two surprise weeks of sharing meals, boat trips and sun-loungers, Flo must endure the company of this irksomely chiselled Lothario. But after what happened last year, shes determined not to let him get the better of her.In fact, spending time with the enemy will be the perfect cure for Flos all-consuming anger towards Jamie, right?(Spoiler alert: wrong!)____________________________________There are moments of high humour and deep emotion. There are twists and turns in the story. Theres fizzing sexual attraction. But the real success of Enemies To Lovers is the sensitive understanding of real people that underpins the actionMy WeeklyPRAISE FOR LAURA JANE WILLIAMSI cant remember the last time a book made me forget I had a phone. Pure escapist fiction!Stacey HallsThe Lucky Escape is Lauras best book yet. It whisked me away on a much-needed holiday - this is exactly the book we all need right now! Beth OLearyWhat an absolute delight! A romantic, relaxing, inspiring not-quite-honeymoon in book form, with a surprising emotional heft behind it. I love it!Emily HenrySmart and funny. The perfect escape.Sarah MorganFull of fun and charm, Id recommend it to anyone wishing to be whisked away by an utterly feel-good love story.Holly MillerJoyful, romantic and life-affirming.RedA love story that is guaranteed to make you smile.CloserHilarious, heart-warming and truly authentic - your modern rom com must-read!Hello!Tender, energetic and authentic ... Such a current love story, but so timeless too.Daisy BuchananSo funny and wonderful and life affirming ... Reminded me in the most complimentary way possible of One Day in December by Josie Silver, which I also adored.Lorna CookIf you liked The Flatshare then you will LOVE Our Stop!Sarah, Waterstones BooksellerThis is the laugh-out-loud love story you need to read this summer.GlamourLaura Jane Williams offers another dose of smart, sisterly storytelling ... You can practically feel modern romance evolving as youre reading it.Emma Jane Unsworth, ObserverThis is the feminist rom-com of the summer!Holly Bourne

As worlds collide Hatushaly, last scion of the Firemane dynasty, his beloved Hava, and their dubious friend Donte have been transported across space and time from the war-torn world of Garn to the relative peace of Midkemia. There, on Sorcerers Isle, under the guidance of the magician Magnus and his erstwhile father Pug, in his reincarnated form, Hatu will explore and expand his unique magical abilities. With the evil Pride Lords defeated, the Church of the One has risen to bring death and destruction to his home world. The Church is sending forces against Marquensas, where Daylon is now king, and Declan Smith finds himself suddenly and unexpectedly raised to the status of prince and war commander. But an even greater menace than the Church of the One lies in wait, a creature from the Void, bent on the destruction of all living things. Pug, Nakor and Magnus will need to join forces with Hatu, Hava and Declan if they are to save the worlds of Midkemia and Garn from everlasting darkness A spectacular new epic series from the globally bestselling author of MAGICIAN.

A beguiling author who interweaves past and presentTHE TIMESDespite many years living in South Devon, DI Wesley Peterson has never visited the tiny island of St Rumons. That is until erosion from a storm reveals three bodies buried outside the local churchyard.Two are ancient skeletons, but one is far more recent, and Wesley realises he has uncovered a case of murder. But whose remains are they? And who killed them?The island has only a small number of inhabitants. Yet one resident keeps cropping up in Wesleys investigation: the author and self-styled academic, Quentin Search.Meanwhile Wesleys friend, archaeologist Neil Watson, becomes fascinated by the remains of the islands old priory. His discovery of a journal, written by a sixteenth century cleric, reveals an eerie tale of strange rituals and disturbing deaths.As Wesley begins to wonder whether the past might be repeating itself, another murder occurs . . . There is a calculated killer on the island - one whose grip is as deadly as the rising tide.Whether youve read the whole series, or are discovering Kate Elliss DI Wesley Peterson novels for the first time, this is the perfect page-turner if you love reading Ann Cleeves and Elly Griffiths.Praise for Kate Ellis . . .Clever plotting hides a powerful story of loss, malice and deceptionAnn CleevesHauntingIndependentThe chilling plot will keep you spooked and thrilled to the endCloserUnputdownableBooksellerA fine storyteller, weaving the past and present in a way that makes you want to read onPeterborough Evening Telegraph

1952. With smog blanketing London, little Grace is in trouble. Her grandmother is dangerously ill but she doesnt want Grace to tell anyone as shes worried they will take her away. But with no money and their food supplies dwindling, whats a little girl to do?Winnie Berry knows something is wrong when she catches Grace trying to steal some food. And she soon realises it wont be long before Grace is alone in the world. The big-hearted owner of Battersea Tavern, Winnie has taken in more than her share of waifs and strays. But will this orphan child be more trouble than shes worth?The fourth standalone saga in the beloved Battersea Tavern series, AN ORPHANS HOPE is impossible to put down.

The smash-hit international bestseller A Read With Jenna book club pick Winner of the Goodreads Choice Award for FictionBest read of the yearTHE TIMESBooks as fun as this one are few and far betweenGUARDIANSharp, funny and a joy to readOBSERVERPhoebe Stone arrives at a grand beachside hotel in Rhode Island wearing her best dress and least comfortable shoes. Immediately she is mistaken for one of the wedding people - but shes actually the only guest at the Cornwall Inn who isnt here for the big event. When the bride discovers her elaborate destination wedding could be ruined by a divorced and depressed stranger, she is furious. Lila has spent months accounting for every detail and every possible disaster - except for, well, Phoebe . . . Soon, both women find their best-laid plans derailed and an unlikely confidante in one another. Hilarious and moving, The Wedding People is an irresistible novel about love, friendship, dysfunctional families, and the unexpected paths that lead to happiness.As soon as Id finished it, I wanted to read it all over againREDLaugh-out-loud funny and surprisingly movingINDEPENDENTSo funny and romantic . . . A perfect novel CATHERINE NEWMANGlorious . . . made me wish I had written it JOJO MOYESUtterly charming . . . I loved it PANDORA SYKESOne of the few weddings Ive attended that I didnt want to end SAMUEL BURR

Prepare to be hooked by another breathtaking, unputdownable thriller from the bestselling writer A page-turner youll get your moneys worth out of this one Stephen King * * * * * WHEN ITS LIFE OR DEATH, WHO CAN YOU TRUST? Teacher Richard Boyle certainly never thought he would find himself talking down a former student intent on harming others, but when a former student shows up at school with a vest packed with explosives, he springs into action. Thanks to his quick thinking, Richard averts a major tragedy but his moment in the spotlight puts him in the sights of a deranged blackmailer with a score to settle As events rapidly spiral out of control, Richard is drawn into a tangled web of salacious accusations and deadly secrets. As he tries to uncover the truth, Richard discovers that theres something dangerously wrong in the town. Everyone in his life seems to be hiding something, and trusting the wrong person could cost him everything he loves. International bestseller Linwood Barclay returns with a breathtaking new thriller.* * * * * PRAISE FOR LINWOOD BARCLAY: Riveting Sunday Times Linwood Barclay is a flat-out master of the modern thriller, and I Will Ruin You is impossible to put down. You need this book in your life David Koepp Barclay deserves all the accolades that routinely flow his way, as this hypnotic outing attests Financial Times Linwood Barclay has crafted another perfect page-turner The Times Pacy and tense, its a triumph from a master thriller writer. Every page makes your heart beat that little bit faster The Sun Youll be left speed-reading towards the end to discover answers expertly posed by the bestselling Toronto-based crime writer The Independent Totally absorbing brilliant stuff Neil Lancaster A superior thriller Sunday Times A suspense master Stephen King

You will stay up all night reading this gem (Christie Tate, New York Times bestselling author) about a widow whose life is turned upside down when she uncovers the truth about her late husband. A lyrical, witty, and deeply moving memoir of betrayal and forgiveness.While mourning her husbands sudden death, Jessica Waite discovered shocking secrets that undermined everything she thought she knew about the man shed loved and trusted. From secret affairs to drug use and a pornography addiction, Waite was overwhelmed reconciling this devastating information with her new reality as a widowed single mom. Then, to further complicate matters, strange, inexplicable coincidences forced her to consider whether her husband was reaching back from beyond the grave.With unflinching honesty, Waite details her tumultuous love story and the pain of adjusting to the new normal she built for herself and her son. A candid, raw chronicle of bereavement (Kirkus Reviews), The Widows Guide to Dead Bastardsis also a lyrical exploration of mental health, single parenthood, and betrayal that demonstrates that the most moving love stories arent perfecttheyre flawed and poignantly real.

A fake engagement, second chances, and newfound family members come together in this new romance from the New York Times bestselling author of the swoon-worthy (Business Insider) TikTok sensation The Spanish Love Deception.Josie Moore has given the opposite sexand loveplenty of chances. Four exactly, if you count all her failed engagements, and five if you include her no-longer-absentee father. Nonetheless, when the influential man decides to announce his retirement with a splashy magazine piece and Josie learns that her romantic history isnt great PR for the family, she jumps at the chance to offer a solution.Matthew Flanagan is in the mud. Literally. Not only has he been fired from his job, but after taking a wrong turn on his way to Green Oak, North Carolina, his car is stuck. So, he grabs a duffel bag with his essentials and goes in search of a place to crash until he gets his life (and vehicle) back on track. But instead, he stumbles upon his best friends sister, Josie, greeting him as her fiance.What starts as a big misunderstanding quickly turns into a fake engagement, with Matthew playing the role of the doting fiance as he and Josie are swept into a PR whirlwind. The ring on Josies finger makes her stomach turn, but she knows this is only temporary. They have rules in place, and one of them is that no matter what, there will be no exchange of I dos. But thats easier said than done, as lines soon start to blur, and the rest of the small town comes to believe the fifth fiance is truly The One.

Josie Moore has given the opposite sexand loveplenty of chances. Four exactly, if you count all her failed engagements, and five if you include the absentee father who kept her existence a secret until very recently. So when her father decides to announce his retirement with a splashy magazine piece about the family, Josie realizes her romantic history is a complicated PR issue. Matthew Flanagan is the mud, literally. Not only has he been fired from his job, but also the tires of his car are stuck in the muck after taking a wrong turn as he enters Green Oak, North Carolina. So, he grabs a duffel with his essentials and goes in search of a place to crash until he gets his life back on track. But instead, he finds his best friends sister, Josie, greeting him as her fiance. What starts as a big messy misunderstanding quickly turns into an arrangement with Matthew playing a new role as doting fiance. A fifth engagementand a stunt, at thatmakes Josies stomach turn, but every dilemma requires a choice between equally undesirable alternatives, and Matthew doesnt seem to mind becoming one more number in a colourful list of grooms-that-never-were. Despite the ring on her finger, Josie knows this is only temporary, even if the rest of the small town believes that the fifth times the charm.

When Jenine finds an abandoned polaroid camera, she playfully snaps a photo without a second thought. But theres something wrong with the image: a ghostly figure stands in the background, watching her. Fixated on her. Moving one step closer with every picture she takes. Desperate, Jenine shares her secret with her best friend, Bree. Together they realize the camera captures unsettling impressions of the dead. But now the ghosts seem to be following the two friends. And with each new photo taken, a terrible danger grows ever clearer DISCOVER CHILLING NEW BONUS STORIES, INCLUDING: A woman survives a plane crash in a remote arctic tundra, accompanied only by a stranger who seems fixated on something moving through the blinding snow. A house stands empty. Hungry. Waiting for the children drawn to it like moths to a flame. A woman finds a shoebox filled with old VHS tapes. They have a note attached: "Dont watch. Youll regret it." And more

** THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER **Extraordinary DOMINIC SANDBROOK, SUNDAY TIMES Thrilling MAX HASTINGS An epic thriller . . . droll, moving, with a cinematic eye and not a boring line in itOBSERVER Fascinating . . . grippingSUNDAY TELEGRAPH Excellent . . . a fresh, unexpected take on the liberation of Paris JULIAN JACKSON, author of France on TrialFrom the Sunday Times-bestselling Patrick Bishop comes a heart-stopping countdown narrative recreating the liberation of Paris in 1944, one of the great and most dramatic hinge moments of WW2.When the Germans marched in and the lamps went out in the City of Light the millions who loved Paris mourned. Liberation, four years later, triggered an explosion of joy and relief. It was the party of the century and everybody who was anybody was there. General Charles de Gaulle seized the moment to create an instant legend that would take its place alongside the great moments in French history. After years of oppression and humiliation Parisians had risen to reclaim their city and drive out the forces of darkness or so the story went.This fresh new account of the liberation, packed with revelation, tells the story of those heady days of suspense, danger, exhilaration and vengeance through the eyes of a range of participants, reflecting all sides of the conflict: Americans, French and Germans; resisters and collaborators. Among them are famous names like Ernest Hemingway, J.D. Salinger and Pablo Picasso, but also some fascinating unknowns including a medic turned Resistance gunwoman, an androgynous Hungarian sculptor and a French bluestocking who quietly set about saving the nations art treasures from the Nazi looters.Paris 44 looks behind the mythology to tell the real story of the liberation and expose the conflicts and contradictions of France under the occupation the shame as well as the glory. This gripping war-time narrative will enthral anyone who has a place for Paris in their hearts.SHORTLISTED FOR THE FRENCH HERITAGE SOCIETY BOOK PRIZE

A truly original literary mystery . . . A humane work that really seeks to understand Like the best really serious novels, its profoundly uncomfortable, avoids easy dramatic answers and forces you to really think and question yourself as much as its own narrative Luke Kennard, author of The Transition---S was a good person. Such a good person. They all told me that so it had to be true.S is unique. It seems that most people think so his mother, his sister, his best friend, but relative strangers too. In fact, they and others all have much to say in the inquiry into S. When prompted, when the tape recorder in front of them clicks, a succession of family, friends and professional contacts in turn describe his shapeshifting charisma. All struggle to account for the enigmatic figure who has wandered through their lives, doing some good things and some bad. Yet as they talk, it becomes apparent that they are not so much telling his story, as they are their own of their common need for love, touch, retribution, closure. Together, their tissue of voices reveal the complexity of care.In a series of intimate snapshots charting the relations of one ordinary yet extraordinary man, Clinical Intimacy explores the emotional conditions and moral consequences of a life lived in service of satisfying others.

A disturbing mystery that grips like a serpent. DAILY MAILA chilling read. SUNDAY TIMESThis novel hits home. And it hurts. Terrifyingly real and addictive. SHARON BOLTONThree women. One Killer.Talking to strangers has never been more dangerous...When the body of forty-four-year-old Karen Simmons is found abandoned in remote woodland, journalist Kiki Nunn is determined this will be the big break she so desperately needs.Because she has a head start on all the other reporters. Just a week before Karen was killed, Kiki interviewed her about the highs and lows of mid-life romance. Karen told her all about kissing strangers on the beach under the stars, expensive meals, roses. About the scammers and the creeps...While the police appear to be focusing on local suspects, Kiki sets out to write the definitive piece on one womans fatal search for love. But she will soon learn that the search for truth can be just as deadly...A phenomenal, unputdownable standalone thriller from the author of the record-breaking Sunday Times bestseller and Richard & Judy Book Club pick The Widow.Readers are gripped by Talking to Strangers! The story was well paced and intense and had some great twists and turns and shocking revelations. I read it over a couple of days and didnt want to put it down!FIVE-STARSThe pacing of this book was relentless. Every chapter ended with a cliffhanger, leaving me desperate to know what happened next.FIVE-STARSWOW. I did NOT see this twist coming. This is my favorite kind of book - a whodunnit that leaves you guessing...right up until the very last words.FIVE-STARSMade me consider the kind of society we live in and left me wanting more with its thought-provoking issues and gripping story. Its a must read.FIVE-STARSFiona Barton knocks it out of the park... this had so many twists and turns I nearly got whiplash!FIVE-STARSOnce I started, I couldnt put it down! I absolutely loved it! Absolute must read.FIVE-STARS

A heart-warming tale about resilience, friendships and family, and the inestimable power of the written wordRUTH HOGANA heart-warming depiction of strong female friendships tested by suffering - Annie Lyons really is the queen of the wartime sagaCLARE CHAMBERSCan two young women and one book change the course of war?1940. Whip-smart librarian Peggy Sparks is determined to make sure that her brother Joe returns from the frontline to their London home, which they share with their beloved mother and grandmother. So when she is offered a once-in-a-lifetime job at the heart of the war effort, Peggy jumps at the prospect of making a real contribution to her country. But when she finds herself working under the fanciful socialite Lady Marigold Cecily, Peggy discovers that those around her are more keen on dancing at the Cafe de Paris than on ending the war. Writing accounts of her daily life is the only thing keeping Peggys hopes alive. But when she finds her inner-most thoughts accidentally published by the Ministry of Information, Peggy realises she needs Marigolds help to save her job, and to bring her brother home . . .From the author of The Air Raid Book Club comes a powerful tale of unexpected friendship, community and two remarkable women who change the course of the war. Full of heart, emotion and drama, it is the perfect uplifting story for fans of Kate Thompson and Natasha Lester.A joyous read that I couldnt put down. I loved it LIZ FENWICKAnnie Lyons writes with compassion and heart, leaving the reader feeling like there is always hope, even in the darkest timesKATE STOREYThis book is a delight! A warm hug of a story with gorgeous characters who felt like friends... Loved it! KERRY BARRETTWHAT EARLY READERS ARE ALREADY SAYING ABOUT A GIRLS GUIDE TO WINNING THE WAR:I loved every page of it...I Iove, love, loved it So many emotions, fabulous writing and a thoroughly enjoyable read! Heartfelt and real Inspirational Very moving book and very evocative of the era A joyous read that I couldnt put down. I loved itLiz FenwickA heartwarming novel about resilience and the power of female friendshipGood Housekeeping

An untried acolyte desperate to speak with the orisha she worships accidentally reignites a cosmic war. The fate of her gods and of her world now lies in her inexperienced hands. Perfect for fans of N. K. Jemisin, Suyi Davies Okungbowa, Daughters of Nri, and Godkiller.Ashake is an acolyte in the temple of Ifa, yearning for the day she is made a priest and sent out into the world to serve the orisha. But of all the acolytes, she is the only one the orisha refuse to speak to. For years she has watched from the sidelines as peer after peer passes her by and ascends to full priesthood.Desperate, Ashake attempts to summon and trap an orishaany orisha. Instead, she experiences a vision so terrible it draws the attention of a powerful enemy sect and thrusts Ashake into the center of a centuries-old war that will shatter the very foundations of her world.

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER - A mind-blowing epic from Keanu Reeves and China Miéville, unlike anything these two genre-bending pioneers have created before, inspired by the world of the BRZRKR comic books.An exceptionally innovative collaboration from two remarkable minds. William Gibson, author of NeuromancerWhat an extraordinary book! China Mievilles brilliance as a writer combined with Keanu Reevess quite magnificently wild imagination make for a compulsive read. Unlike anything else. Boom! Stephen FryA gripping, hugely intelligent and beautifully-realised nightmare. Its clever, brilliant and horrifying. Daily MailA rattlingly good read . . . has much in common with Reeves best film roles. Sunday TimesA pulpy, adrenaline-fueled thriller, but its also a moody, experimental novel about mortality, the slippery nature of time and what it means to be human. New York TimesExhilarating BBC Radio 4 Front RowBloody fun.TelegraphReeves and Mievilles novel turns a (literally) comic book into a meditation on what it means to be truly alive thats both affecting and enigmatic. SFXA sprawling blend of hi-octane action sequences and philosophical meditations on life, death and immortality that calls to mind Roger Zelaznys Lord of Light An absorbing combination of sci-fi, mythology and teleology. Irish Times-------------------------------She said, We needed a tool. So I asked the gods.There have always been whispers. Legends. The warrior who cannot be killed. Whos seen a thousand civilizations rise and fall. He has had many names: Unute, Child of Lightning, Death himself. These days, hes known simply as B.And he wants to be able to die.In the present day, a U.S. black-ops group has promised him they can help with that. And all he needs to do is help them in return. But when an all-too-mortal soldier comes back to life, the impossible event ultimately points toward a force even more mysterious than B himself. One at least as strong. And one with a plan all its own.In a collaboration that combines Mievilles singular style and creativity with Reevess haunting and soul-stirring narrative, these two inimitable artists have created something utterly unique, sure to delight existing fans and to create scores of new ones.A delight . . . let Keanu Reeves punch and shoot his way onto your summer reading list a philosophical, violent thriller about an immortal soldier pondering the nature of existence, The Book of Elsewhere has an elegance that might surprise you for a pulp thriller.PolygonStylistically daring, combining sf, fantasy, parascience, history, and action. Its violent, propulsive, and introspective, ultimately offering a philosophical exploration of identity and the meaning of mortality, chaos, and entropy. . . whatever it is, it works. BooklistIts clear that Reeves and Mieville are having fun with the tale and its often playful, even poetic language. . . a well-written treat for fans of modern mythologizing.Kirkus Reviews