Don't miss the latest book in the Arkady Renko series, THE SIBERIAN DILEMMA by Martin Cruz Smith, ‘the master of the international thriller’ (New York Times) – available to order now! AN ARKADY RENKO NOVEL: #8 'One of those writers that anyone who is serious about their craft views with respect bordering on awe' Val McDermid 'Makes tension rise through the page like a shark's fin’ Independent *** When the brilliant and fearless young reporter Tatiana Petrovna falls to her death from a sixth-floor window in Moscow in the same week that notorious mob billionaire Grisha Grigorenko is shot in the back of the head, Renko finds himself on the trail of a mystery as complex and dangerous as modern Russia itself. The body of an elite government translator shows up on the sand dunes of Kalingrad: killed for nothing but a cryptic notebook filled with symbols. A frantic hunt begins to locate and decipher this notebook. In a fast-changing and lethal race to uncover what this translator knew, and how he planned to reveal it to the world, Renko makes a startling discovery that propels him deeper into Tatiana's past - and, at the same time, paradoxically, into Russia's future. Praise for Martin Cruz Smith 'The story drips with atmosphere and authenticity – a literary triumph' David Young, bestselling author of Stasi Child 'One of those writers that anyone who is serious about their craft views with respect bordering on awe' Val McDermid ‘Cleverly and intelligently told, The Girl from Venice is a truly riveting tale of love, mystery and rampant danger. I loved it’ Kate Furnivall, author of The Liberation ‘Smith not only constructs grittily realistic plots, he also has a gift for characterisation of which most thriller writers can only dream' Mail on Sunday 'Smith was among the first of a new generation of writers who made thrillers literary' Guardian 'Brilliantly worked, marvellously written . . . an imaginative triumph' Sunday Times ‘Martin Cruz Smith’s Renko novels are superb’ William Ryan, author of The Constant Soldier

In the last decades of the nineteenth century, two thousand women physicians formed a significant and lively scientific community in the United States. Many were active writers; they participated in the development of medical record-keeping and research, and they wrote self-help books, social and political essays, fiction, and poetry. Out of the Dead House rediscovers the contributions these women made to the developing practice of medicine and to a community of women in science. Susan Wells combines studies of medical genres, such as the patient history or the diagnostic conversation, with discussions of individual writers. The women she discusses include Ann Preston, the first woman dean of a medical college; Hannah Longshore, a successful practitioner who combined conventional and homeopathic medicine; Rebecca Crumpler, the first African American woman physician to publish a medical book; and Mary Putnam Jacobi, writer of more than 180 medical articles and several important books. Wells shows how these women learned to write, what they wrote, and how these texts were read. Out of the Dead House also documents the ways that women doctors influenced medical discourse during the formation of the modern profession. They invented forms and strategies for medical research and writing, including methods of using survey information, taking patient histories, and telling case histories. Out of the Dead House adds a critical episode to the developing story of women as producers and critics of culture, including scientific culture."

On vacation in Greece, Judith Kahn, a forty-five year old foundation executive from San Francisco, forms a friendship with Tatiana Starova, a foundation grantee from St. Petersburg, Russia. Staying at a converted windmill on an Aegean island, the two women become friends through sharing their life stories. Back in St. Petersburg, Tatiana discovers she is suffering from ovarian cancer. Judith puts together a group of women to help Tatiana -- Kay, Judith's dynamic boss; Gloria, an African-American family practitioner; and Carmen, a Hispanic oncologist. The women bring Tatiana to San Francisco and, with the help of a visiting Russian doctor, Stas Arnatov, shepherd her through treatment with an experimental drug. As each member of the group interacts with Tatiana, she begins, through Tatiana's guidance, to cope with her own life dilemma -- an unsatisfying romance and career; or a past break with family; or a daughter's anorexia; or a lonely personal life. In trying to heal Tatiana, the group members themselves are healed. Although Judith and Tatiana never return to Greece together, they return to the windmill in their hearts and find courage and peace as they face the end of Tatiana's life.

Lila and Rose are going to spend the year with their grandmother, and they are not pleased. Their grandmother dresses like a hippie, she doesn't own a TV, and she runs a doll hospital. But then she begins to tell them the story of a doll named Tatiana... Long ago, Tatiana belonged to Anya, a wealthy Russian girl. When Anya's town became dangerous, her father decided she should go to America. Anya and Tatiana were supposed to be in the first-class section of the ship with family friends, but they ended up in third class -- by themselves. What would happen once they got to Ellis Island? Would Anya and Tatiana be all alone in America? Book jacket.

A girl appears out the front of a man's house. Is she who she claims to be or is she just someone who is confused? Where did she come from and why does she insist that the man's property is where she belongs? The man, a young female police officer, the curator of the local museum and a lonely young teenager take on the task of unraveling the mystery. A mystery that has them questioning the reality they once knew.

As Tatiana Dobrova stands with the smoking group outside the university in Moscow on this snowy January 25 of 1990, shes shocked when the popular and charismatic Oleg Isaev invites her to his party. It marks the beginning of their turbulent love story. Studious and shy, Tatiana is dazzled by Olegs talents and drive. The breakdown of the Soviet Union and economic turmoil presents ambitious Oleg with exciting opportunities. He becomes part of a new industry: advertising. His success in business and wealth grow rapidly, and Tatiana must adapt to the new lifestyle. But Tatiana wonders if Oleg is playing with danger. Can anyone trust him? Amid all the glamour and temptation, does love stand a chance, and can Tatiana remain true to herself and find her own strength? Praise for Tatianas Day Oleg and Tatianas love story is set against the dramatic changes taking place in Russia at the end of the twentieth century. Written with charm and brio, Katia Perova is a fresh, new voice to watch out for. Jill Dawson, Author, Fred & Edie

The dishes that fueled the epic romance between Tatiana and Alexander in the international bestselling Bronze Horseman trilogy. In The Bronze Horseman, Tatiana and Alexander, and The Summer Garden, beloved heroine Tatiana Metanova shares her family’s secrets of pastry, pies, pelmeni, and poetry. Now collected in one place, Tatiana’s Table takes you on a culinary journey that follows the story of the decades-long love between the young Russian woman and Red Army soldier Alexander Belov. From World War II to the Cold War, set out on the table are the dishes that comforted and sustained the pair in Leningrad, New York, Miami, and Arizona. More than seventy recipes are introduced with the tales and traditions that inspired them. Poignant recollections take you back to when Tatiana first made her grandmother’s famous “Lazy Cabbage” for Alexander and to Aunt Esther’s Thanksgiving feast in Massachusetts. Recipes include Russian and American staples and more, such as . . . Papa’s Borscht Pirozhki Babushka Maya’s Russian Napoleon Cabbage Pie Paskha Macaroni and Cheese Roast Turkey Isabella’s Pasta Sauce Shepherd’s Pie Cajun Chicken with Lime Russian Tea Cookies Beergaritas

In 2004, Tatiana wrote a brief autobiography, Autobiography of a Faith Healer, which was the starting point for this book. As a result of our ongoing friendship, Tatiana asked me to write a more complete history about her life's work incorporating text from her second writing Miracles and Mysteries of God, articles, photographs, testimonials, and material from our personal discussions in an effort to educate, spread word of God's miracles, and bring hope to people who in desperation feel that they have nowhere to turn. Devoted to God her entire life, Tatiana is a selfless individual who prays for millions of people every day. She calls herself one of God's soldiers, and doing God's work is her life mission. In Tatiana's words, "With God, anything is possible. All you have to do is ask, and be open to being healed. We work . . ."

In this 3rd book and 5th story in the Tatiana & Nicole series, the girls enlist the help of their friend Bobby, as well as that of an elderly man, to help solve a 60 year old crime. Will they have to travel outside of the country to follow the clues? Will anyone be following them as they follow the mystery? Enjoy this fast-paced book that will keep you guessing until the end!