25 THE DARK WIVES by Ann Cleeve A LOCAL MYTH. A DEADLY THREAT. Vera Stanhope, star of ITV’s Vera, returns in the eleventh novel in Sunday Times No. 1 bestseller Ann Cleeves’ acclaimed series. A body is found by an early morning dog walker on the common outside Rosebank, a care home for troubled teens. The victim is Josh, a staff member, who never showed up to work. DI Vera Stanhope is called out to investigate. Her only clue is the disappearance of fourteen-year-old resident Chloe. Vera can’t bring herself to believe that a teenager is responsible for the murder, but even she can’t dismiss the possibility. Vera, Joe and new team member Rosie are soon embroiled in the case, but when a second body is found near the Three Dark Wives standing stones in the wilds of the Northumbrian countryside, folklore and fact begin to collide. Vera knows she has to find Chloe to get to the truth, but it seems that the dark secrets in their community may be far more dangerous than she could ever have believed. . . ISBN: 9781529077759 | Format: Trade Paperback | Pub Date: 27/08/2024 Category: Crime & Mystery, Modern & Contemporary Fiction (Post C 1945), Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, FICTION / Mystery & Detective / Police Procedural, FICTION / Mystery & Detective / Women Sleuths, FICTION / Crime Imprint: Pan | Price: $34.99 TO ENTER write your name, address & phone on the back of an envelope and post to: THE DARK WIVES PO Box 3302, Burleigh Town 4220 • Entries close 31.08.2024 Winners book prize will be couriered so please provide a phone number. You may put phone number inside envelope if you are worried about scams... thankyou! Enter To Win BOOK GIVEAWAY VOLUNTEERS WANTED for Homecrafts and Arts Pavilion at this year’s GOLD COAST SHOW - 30, 31 August & 1 Sept 2024 at Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, Southport VOLUNTEERS will be rostered over the week August 26th – September 2nd Homecrafts: Apiculture, Baking & Cooking, Cake Decorating, Crochet, Hand Embroidery, Hand Knitting, Horticulture, Lace, Machine Sewing, Miscellaneous Crafts, Seniors, Papercrafts, Scrapbooking, Spinning, Weaving & Felting and Toys Visual Arts: Art Ability, Painting, Indigenous Australian Art, Drawing, Facilities, Art in Bark, Miniature Art, Porcelain Art, Ceramics, Pottery, Sculpture, Photography and Youth Arts classes No experience necessary. Please contact: Homecrafts: Angela Johnston 0408 188 721 Visual Arts: Margaret Leet 0407 678 411 Gold Coast Show Office 5504 5587 artsandcrafts@goldcoastshow.com.au Experience the extensive plant collections of the Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens as you travel around the paths in the 8- seater electric Botanic Gardens Glider - wonderful for people with limited mobility. Exploring BOOK YOUR SEAT General Tours with commentary (approx. 50 minutes) Depart the Sensory Garden Pavilion Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday Mornings $5.00 per person Private groups by appointment Bookings essential: www.trybooking.com/CCSSZ MORE INFORMATION: 0449 561 674 INFO@FRIENDSGCRBG.ORG.AU BOTANIC GARDENS GLIDER GET ON BOARD THE Rose and Display Gardens Wildlife on the lagoons Mangroves to Mountain Butterfly Garden Rotary Education Pavilion Regional Arboretum Fruits of the Forest Story of our Country Bush Foods Garden ADF Memorial Grove Gum Tree Corridor Araucaria Forest Note: Wheelie walkers or similar aids cannot be transported on Botanic Gardens Glider but can be left securely at the Sensory Gardens Pavilion. Celebrating its 13th year, the BLEACH* Festival 2024 promises to once again transform the Gold Coast into a vibrant canvas of contemporary arts and cultural exploration. This renowned event stands as a testament to the city’s creative spirit, drawing both local talents and international collaborators to showcase their innovative works amidst the stunning backdrop of Australia’s beloved coastal landscape. Bleach attendees can expect an eclectic mix of performances, installations, and interactive experiences that challenge convention and ignite imagination. More than just a series of events, BLEACH* fosters a deeper connection between art and community, inviting diverse audiences to engage with art forms that redefine boundaries and provoke thought. It serves not only as a platform for established artists but also as a launchpad for emerging talents, ensuring a dynamic exchange that enriches both participants and attendees alike. Presented by Experience Gold Coast, the festival underscores the city’s commitment to fostering a vibrant cultural scene that is as inclusive as it is innovative. For information head to www.bleachfestival.com.au
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