Cindy Gallop

Follow Keith Stewart, a skilled maker of miniature working models, on an adventure-filled quest to save his orphaned niece from destitution. After his sister and her wealthy husband die in a shipwreck, Keith becomes the trustee of their entire fortune, hidden in the keel of their yacht. To recover it, he travels halfway around the world, risking everything on a long voyage in inhospitable waters. Along the way, a colorful cast of characters mobilizes to help him, and this humble man discovers he has more friends and admirers than he ever imagined.

In this riveting novel, a young girl escapes captivity from her parents' House of Horrors, becoming known as "Girl A." Years later, she must confront her past when her mother dies and leaves her the family home. With her siblings, she aims to turn the House of Horrors into something positive, but must confront the secrets and shifting alliances of their familial relationships. An immersive psychological thriller that delves into the complexities of sibling bonds and shared trauma.

Why are most leaders men, and why are many of them incompetent? In this thought-provoking book, Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic delves into the destructive personality traits often associated with leadership potential, like overconfidence and narcissism. Through decades of research, he shows that these traits not only undermine success, but they also block competent women and non-stereotypical men from advancing. This flawed system negatively impacts us all. Chamorro-Premuzic presents a better way forward with new systems and processes that prioritize competence, humility, and wisdom in leadership roles.

"Unveiling the victim blaming culture: Why Women Are Blamed For Everything" is a compelling read that delves into the normalized culture of victim blaming towards women. Drawing from years of research and experience, the author examines why women are often held accountable for the crimes committed against them by their abusers. The book exposes powerful societal and psychological forces responsible for perpetuating this harmful culture.

This chilling debut novel explores the depths of the human psyche through a suspenseful and twisted unraveling. A man and his girlfriend are on the way to a secluded farm when an unexpected detour leaves her stranded in a deserted high school, questioning if there's any escape at all. With themes of consciousness, free will, fear, and the limitations of solitude, this gripping thriller will haunt readers long after the last page is turned. reminiscent of Jose Saramago's early work, Michel Faber's cult classic Under the Skin, and Lionel Shriver's We Need to Talk about Kevin.

" For the Love of Men " dives deep into the topic of toxic masculinity, exploring its harmful impact on individuals and society. This thought-provoking book provides actionable steps for men who want to do better and women who want to guide the men in their lives. Liz Plank offers a smart and insightful guide on how to be a man in the modern world while exploring how being a man has evolved. Discover how traditional masculinity affects culture at large and the steps we can take to create a better, more equal world for all.

This compelling work from Pulitzer Prize-winning reporters Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey details their investigation into the allegations of sexual harassment and abuse against Harvey Weinstein. Through months of confidential interviews and breakthrough reporting, Kantor and Twohey were able to expose a web of onerous secret payouts and nondisclosure agreements used to hide sexual misconduct. The publication of their initial story in October 2017 opened up a Pandora's box of sexual harassment and abuse allegations, leading to hundreds of men being outed over the next year. She Said tells the thrilling story of their investigation and the consequences for the #MeToo movement, as well as the inspiring journeys of the women who spoke up.

A haunting and suspenseful story set in the Kamchatka peninsula of Russia, where two sisters go missing and the police investigation turns up nothing. We follow a cast of richly drawn characters - a witness, a neighbor, a detective, a mother - over the course of a year as echoes of the disappearance reverberate through a tightly woven community. With emotional acuity and breathtakingly vivid descriptions of Kamchatka's rugged landscapes, this powerful novel explores the intricate bonds of family and community in a Russia unlike any we have seen before.

A story of obsession, passion, and heartbreak. Lolita follows Humbert Humbert's doomed and devouring love for the nymphet Dolores Haze, all while exploring the collision between hypercivilized Europe and postwar America. Nabokov's masterful writing delves deep into the complexities of love, madness, and transformation, making this daring novel both awe-inspiring and controversial.