Goldsboro Books' Bestsellers of 2009

1. The Library of Shadows

Hardback published exclusively for Goldsboro Books.

2. The Coroner

The first in a brilliant new series featuring Jenny Cooper.

3. The Compaints

The first novel by Ian Rankin featuring a new protagonist, another Edinburgh copper, Malcom Fox.

4. The Best of Men

English Civil War, ten years in the making, The Best of Men is a thoroughly satisfying historical novel in the vein of C J Sansom.

5. Acts of Violence

A powerful and shocking literary thriller, and without doubt my favourite thriller of 2009.

6. Mr Toppit

Who is Mr Toppit? With pitch-black humour this extraordinary debut is a delight.

7. The Swansong of Wilbur McCrum

The best first line of any book I have read in the last ten years. Love it, love it, love it.

8. Assegai

Perfect for Wilbur Smith fans.

9. Martyr

Clements has a real sense for the Elizabethan period, with a thrilling plot, this is an excellent start to a brand new series.

10. Agatha Christie's Secret Notebooks

This includes two short stories never before published, and offers a fascinating insight in to her writing.

11. The Angel's Game

Shadow of the Wind was an exceptional debut, and The Angel's Game picks up years later to deliver an enchanting follow up.

12. Zulu Hart

This is a must for fans of Bernard Cornwell. A fantastic start to a new series and George Hart is a very lovable character.

13. The Owl Killers

Exclusive package for Goldsboro Books. I look forward to Karen Maitland's books like I look forward to my birthday.

14. The Kindly Ones

Signed copies exclusive to Goldsboro Books in the UK. This shocking novel is both challenging and thought-provoking, and well worth reading.

15. Mathilda Savitch

Exclusive slipcase edition. Mathilda is a wonderful creation, surprisingly written by a perceptive male author.

16. Afterlife

What The Secret History did for Donna Tartt, Afterlife will do for Sean O'Brien.

17. Nights of Villjamur

Exclusive numbered edition. Villjamur is a dark and brooding metropolis, which becomes a character in its own right. Perfect for fans of Perdido Street Station.

18. The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie

Flavia de Luce, a precocious 11 year old sleuth, is at the centre of this brilliant first novel.

19. The Case of the Missing Servant

A brilliantly written and humourous tale that captures the sounds, smells and foibles of India.

20. The Age of Orphans

This is a stunning debut, and an emotional read from a very talented writer. Ideal for fans of A Thousand Splendid Suns.