Anna Nicholas Knihy

"When 33-year-old Isabel Flores Montserrat quits a promising career with the Spanish police to run her mother's holiday rentals agency in rural Mallorca, it seems that her crime-fighting days are far behind. However, in just a few days, the disappearance of a young British girl, violent murder of an elderly neighbour, and discovery of a Colombian drug cartel threaten to tear apart Isabel's idyllic life. Together with local chief Tolo Cabot, an old admirer of her unorthodox methods, Isabel must race against the clock to untangle a sinister web of crime and restore peace to the island once more."--Publisher

Anna delves into the island's authentic heartland, exploring nature reserves, bird sanctuaries and paprika, fruit and almond farms. On her travels, she meets the makers of siurell whistles, palm leaf baskets, hot sauces and ensaimada pastries, and revels in visiting local producers of wine, craft beer, gin and brandy - and Mallorca's famed herbes liqueur. Meanwhile, she and chum, Alison, are tackling all 54 Tramuntana peaks over 1,000m, enduring the arduous overnight Guell hike to Lluc Monastery along the way

Following the success of Anna's first title, A Lizard in My Luggage, this is the sequel devoted to her attempts to make the transition from her frenetic London life for rustic living in Mallorca. In this title, the author nurses a bizarre wish to open a luxury cattery on her land - unbeknownst to her long-suffering family. In between phantom sheep, midnight snail hunts and Catalan lessons, work also has its challenges as Anna juggles neurotic client between Mayfair and Manhattan and is pursued by lucrative deals. But increasingly Anna finds herself lured by the simple life because, as she discovers, you can take the girl out of Mallorca but you can't take Mallorca out of the girl

A humorous and irreverent memoir, the author shares her experiences judging records globally with Norris McWhirter, founder of "The Guinness Book of Records." Dubbed Batman and Robin, they journeyed through the UK and beyond, encountering eccentric and remarkable record breakers.

When not juggling work deadlines or chatting with Johnny the toad, Anna sets off to explore the lesser-known areas of the island. On her cultural voyage of discovery, she visits fig, olive and snail farms, a textile mill and a sobrasada sausage factory. While marathon training in the Tramuntana mountains, she is spooked when delving into the myths and Moorish legends that still haunt the hills. She explores ancient ice houses and huts of charcoal burners and hears tales of the terrifying brigands that roamed the area in the 17th century. And she even finds time to hike the Camino de Santiago

The first in a humorous travel series of six books about how to live the dream in a new country. The author explores different local cultural themes in each title. Living an adrenalin-fuelled working existence running a PR company in Mayfair, London, Anna & her husband Alan visit Mallorca with young son, Ollie and impulsively purchase a ruined farmhouse in the hills. Keeping a foot in both London & Mallorca in order to pay the bills, Anna commutes each week, enjoying the stress-free, sunny existence in her new home while coping with largely unhinged clients back in the UK. The book is a celebration of life, community and rural traditions - and above all, about learning to take risks in the pursuit of real happiness.

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Ambition and perseverance drive the narrative of a young man who rises from poverty to become a successful banker. Beginning in a small English village, Thomas Barton’s determination leads him to earn a scholarship to a prestigious school, where he excels. Moving to London, he faces challenges but remains focused on his goals. The novel also delves into his personal relationships, highlighting his commitment to his values. This story emphasizes the transformative power of education and hard work in achieving one’s dreams.