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A seemingly innocent social network draws residents of a North London cul-de-sac into a web of manipulation and murder in this psychological thriller. How well do you know your neighbors?... From the outside, Caroline and Jason Swinton have an idyllic life. But when the cracks start to appear, the residents of Riverside Close are drawn into a dangerous game. When Jason's body is discovered in a house on the Close, everyone becomes a suspect. Could his lovely wife be responsible for his murder? Or do the neighbors have a motive for wanting him dead? As the secret lives of those living on the Close are gradually revealed, it becomes clear that someone is hiding something they will stop at nothing to protect...Perfect for fans of Desperate Housewives or of authors like Clare Mackintosh, Lisa Jewell, and Lesley Kara.

DI Melanie Watton is faced with trying to solve a case with no crime scene in this edge-of-your-seat thriller from the author of The Copycat.When DI Melanie Watton and her team are called in to investigate a video recording that surfaces in a local school, they realise that they have a complex case on their hands. When the recording is studied by the Medical Examiner, it becomes apparent the team are now faced with a gruesome recording of a murder. Over the course of several minutes, the killer administers drugs before suffocating a man on camera. With no known crime scene, the team have nothing more than the video evidence in front of them and face a challenge to identify both the victim and the killer. But when a suspect is discovered Melanie and her team are up against a killer who is more evil than anyone could have imagined . . .Praise for the novels of Charlotte Barnes"e;An addictive read . . . a really well written and enjoyable psychological thriller-highly recommended!!"e; -Donna's Book Blog"e;Well written and smartly plotted with a fine array of characters and a thrilling story . . . Definitely an author to watch!"e; -Grace J Reviewerlady

A former MI6 agent must return to his deadly talents when his quiet English village is overtaken by killers in this nonstop action thriller. When armed men infiltrate the tiny Peak District hamlet of Barkelow, Emil Torrance thinks they've cone to kill him because of his past. Escaping is easy enough for a man like him, but when he learns that all of Berkelow has been overtaken, he realises his son is in grave danger. Believing that calling the police will cost lives, he decides to deal with the problem alone. But Emil isn't far from the target, and the threat he's facing is far greater than he realises. Who are these killers? What do they want? And how far are they willing to go to get it? If Emil and his son are going to survive, he will have to become the man he has been trying to hide from...

Nothing can ruin a romantic weekend like murder . . .Crime keeps getting in the way of Detective Garda Sergeant Mike West's personal life. The woman he loves is living in his house, in his spare bedroom. It should be simple, but it isn't. He has a solution: a romantic getaway in a lighthouse on Clare Island. A stunning place, a beautiful woman. What could be more perfect?Then one of the islanders dies in a bizarre and a tragic accident, and West is roped in to help. But it isn't an accident. There is more than one suspect, and more than one secret, and this is about to become a working vacation . . .Previously published under the title Murder on Clare Island

A delayed honeymoon at a remote cabin becomes a terrifying ordeal of paranoia, secrets, and survival in this psychological thriller.Mary and Jackson got married after a whirlwind romance. Then Jackson's work sent him halfway across the globe. Now they are finally reunited, spending their first anniversary at a luxury cabin in the Poconos. It should be a dream come true, but there are reports of an assailant in the area. And when Mary reveals a secret from her past, everything begins to unravel.On a hike through the mountains, Mary almost falls to her death-and lingering suspicions of her husband rise to the surface. It suddenly dawns on her that she is totally isolated with a man she barely knows. Soon Jackson's devotion transforms into something more sinister. As her own mental state deteriorates, Mary is left wondering if she can escape before Jackson loves her to death.

Every secret will surface for therapist Harry Hope in this chilling thriller from the CWA Debut Dagger-winning author of Cold Echo.The last thing psychotherapist Harry Hope expects on his walk home one evening is to be knifed. At first, he thinks it's a random event. But as the police investigate further, seemingly unrelated attacks, Harry is shocked to discover that every victim is linked to him. And that his name is on a death list. Who would want to kill Harry? Why? Teaming up with his old friends DI Theo McCannon and DS Libby Harding, Harry is forced to delve into the dark and twisted world of a cold and calculating killer. And as Harry fights his way closer to the truth, he realizes time isn't just running out for him, but for everyone around him . . .Phenomenal Praise for CJ Carver"e;A terrific page-turner."e; -Harlan Coben, #1 New York Times-bestselling author"e;Solid gold."e; -Lee Child, #1 New York Times-bestselling author"e;A gripping thriller, perfect for fans of Lee Child and Mason Cross."e; -The Guardian"e;A top-notch thriller writer. Carver is one of the best."e; -Simon Kernick, #1 international bestselling author"e;A page-turning thriller."e; -Mick Herron, CWA Gold Dagger-winning author"e;Don't expect to sleep, because this is unputdownable."e; -Frost Magazine

Eight years after a serial killer was presumed dead, a rookie cop tackles his possible comeback in this crime thriller by the author of D for Dead.In 1989 the Alphabet Killer, Professor Rodney Boone, murdered eight students. The victims, "e;A"e; to "e;H,"e; were each found with their surname initial carved into their neck. Victim nine narrowly escaped, and the murderer was left to burn to death.Eight years later, rookie police officer, Rebecca Angell, is thrown headlong into assisting a murder investigation. A body is found floating in the sewer, bearing the initial "e;J."e; The investigators are convinced they are dealing with a copycat killer, but Boone's body was never recovered.As Angell scrambles to uncover the truth, the body count continues to rise, and it soon becomes apparent that the killer is intent on completing the alphabet . . . ***Previously published as Dead Letter Day ***A perfect choice for fans of authors like Angela Marsons, Robert Bryndza, and Patricia Gibney.

Three grisly murders lead a police detective all the way back to her hometown in search of a connection . . .When two bodies are discovered over a hundred miles apart, the most obvious link appears to be DI Kate Fletcher. But as Kate's team investigates, a more sinister connection develops-one firmly rooted in the past. The discovery of another victim confirms Kate's suspicion that this is a murderer with a clear agenda. All the evidence leads back to Thorpe-Kate's childhood home-and the events of what should have been an idyllic summer more than thirty years ago . . .Praise for the DI Kate Fletcher series:"e;Packed full of suspense."e; -By the Letter Book Reviews

Can you ever really trust a stranger? Sinead, a feisty and damaged young woman, struggles to navigate life in London without the support of her family and friends.Her personal life is a mess but when her new landlord, Elliot, a seemingly decent and ordinary man, offers her friendship Sinead is grateful for the attention.But as Sinead becomes more alienated from her family and friends, the relationship with her landlord takes a sinister turn.What exactly are Elliot’s intentions?And can Sinead overcome her inner demons and escape the malignant friendship that threatens her freedom and sanity?

From the bestselling author of the Dublin Murder Mysteries, a novel of a dark and long-held secret that asks: How well do you know your friends?When Beth, Megan, and Joanne meet at university, they become inseparable friends who'd do anything for one another-even agreeing to tell no one about the events of one shocking night.Now in their forties and outwardly successful, each of the three has dealt with what happened in her own way. But secrets and lies leave their mark.When Megan decides to tell her fiancee the truth about that night, it threatens to ruin the lives of everyone around her. And someone is prepared to do anything to stop it . . .

An overworked and underpaid fashion-magazine employee hunts for her own Mr. Darcy in this tale with "e;some wonderful surprises"e; (Austenprose).Sophie Johnson is young, intelligent, and attractive. So when she lands the dream position of Sales Executive at a leading fashion magazine, it appears she has it all. But in reality, she hates her job, is sick of her controlling mother, and her love life is a disaster.Then she discovers The Jane Austen Dating Agency, an exclusive club for ladies who want to meet real gentlemen-and she believes her luck has changed. And when Sophie meets Darcy Drummond, she thinks her dreams have come true. That is until she discovers how arrogant and hard-headed he is.When Daniel Becks steps into her life, she thinks she's found the one this time. But is he really all he seems? The Jane Austen Dating Agency is a fast, funny, heartwarming read for anyone who's wondered if true romance only exists in fiction.

In the Dublin suburbs, a police detective copes with a series of inexplicable crimes-and the return of a woman from his past . . .A murder followed by a series of random, motiveless crimes has left Detective Garda Sergeant Mike West and his team puzzled.When Edel Johnson arrives at the scene of a crime Mike is taken aback, more so when he discovers she is now working with a victim support group. He has feelings for her, but he is the garda who investigated her husband's murder, and their relationship is complicated.With crime in Dublin's suburbs at an all-time high, and his superiors breathing down his neck, West doesn't need the distraction. But someone wants Edel out of the way, and it's up to West to find out who . . .Previously published under the title Close Ranks

A journalist is sent back to the English village of her youth, where an investigation dredges up a haunting past in this tense psychological thriller.Emily Blake grew up in a charming village in Hampshire, England, where everyone knew everyone and nobody locked their doors . . . until the night Emily's friend Alice disappeared. Soon after that tragic blow, Emily's family moved away. But now she's finally about to return-as a journalist investigating an eerily similar event.Looking into the recent disappearance of Becky Clarke, Emily tries to revisit Alice's case. But as she rekindles old acquaintances and rivalries, she discovers that not everyone welcomes her investigation. As she slowly unravels decades of lies and secrets, Emily is about to encounter a dangerous truth-one that may be much closer to home than she ever imagined.

In this thriller by the bestselling author of D for Dead, a woman is terrorised after returning to the town where she was almost murdered eighteen years ago.The darkest minds hide the deepest secrets... Lizzie Kent wasn't supposed to babysit the night she was murdered. She was covering for her best friend, Nell. Nell has lived with the guilt ever since. Eighteen years later Nell returns to the area, desperate to escape a bad relationship after inheriting her aunt's rundown guesthouse. But her return isn't welcomed by everyonein particular Sam Kent, who blames Nell for his sister's death. And after a few unsettling incidents, it becomes apparent that someone is trying to scare her. Is Sam responsible or has Nell's abusive ex-boyfriend managed to track her down? Or is someone else, with a more sinister agenda, responsible?Previously published as The Darkness Beneath.Deep Dark Secrets is an astonishing psychological thriller that will appeal to fans of authors like Clare Mackintosh, Cara Hunter, and Paula Hawkins.

A nurse's abduction goes viral-and a surgeon's life spirals-in a suspenseful tale by the author of The Appointment.Surgeon Jacob Thorn isn't worried when the police interview him over nurse Katy Leith's disappearance. She is a co-worker, nothing more. But when a leaked video of an argument between him and the missing woman goes viral, the social media reaction is vicious.When harrowing images of the kidnapped woman start to appear on his phone, along with a demand from her abductor that Jake confess to a crime he has no recollection of committing, he is forced to act or face terrifying consequences. He needs to delve into the past for answers. But time is running out for Katy. Will he admit to his failings and lose everything, or plead ignorance and let an innocent girl die?

From the award-winning author of Spare Room, a new job saves a young woman from money troubles, but her office holds a deadly secret. One hundred years ago, twenty-two young women died in a fire on this site. Is history about to repeat itself?... Rachel, a young woman in serious debt, needs to find a job fast before she's made homeless. She gets a lucky break when she is offered a great position in a successful company. But something about the place doesn't feel right, and she discovers that the building was once a Victorian sweatshop with a tragic history. Soon her new job becomes a living nightmare. Rachel desperately wants out but she has no other way of escaping her debts. She's trapped. Then she makes a shocking discovery. Haunted by the death of others and as the present and past begin to close in, Rachel needs to find answers before she finds herself in grave danger...Praise for International Bestselling Author Dreda Say Mitchell and Her Work ';As good as it gets.' Lee Child ';A truly original voice.' Peter James ';Thrilling.' Sunday Express Books of the Year ';Awesome tale from a talented writer.' The Sun (UK) ';Fast-paced and full of twists and turns.' Crime Scene Magazine Dreda was awarded an MBE in Her Majesty the Queen's 2020 New Year's Honors ListTrap Door will appeal to readers of domestic noir, as well as fans of authors like Cara Hunter, Lisa Jewell, B. A. Paris, and Rachel Abbott.

In this thriller by the author of They Don't Know, circumstance and heartbreak unite two troubled women in a house where evil stalks the halls.Ivy and Georgie have secrets and pasts riddled with shame and betrayal. On a cold February day, both women leave home hoping to rebuild their lives, not knowing their worlds will soon collide.When fate eventually brings them to Tenley House, the home of a bitter, domineering matriarch who controls her fickle son and terrorizes her adoptive granddaughter, the women find themselves in danger. Behind the facade of propriety, amidst secrets and lies, the truth will unfold when evil is awakened . . .Hiding in plain sight and sworn to avenge the wrongs of the past, someone stalks the corridors of Tenley. They listen and wait patiently, lurking in shadows, tormenting their prey and when the time is right, they strike down the occupants of Tenley, one by one . . .Previously published as Death's Dark Veil.Patricia Dixon is the bestselling author of Over My Shoulder and They Don't Know. The Secrets of Tenley House is a suspenseful and brooding psychological thriller that will appeal to fans of authors like Lisa Jewell, Lianne Moriarty, and Kerry Fisher.

DS Fielding and her team have quite a case to solve after discovering a series of deaths in Manchester resemble the work of a popular novelist.Newly retired Hannah Sanderson loves reading crime novels, so when her favorite author, Jonas Burke, comes to town for a book signing, she wants to meet him. However, when she starts reading his latest novel, she finds that one of the crimes featured in it is too close to home.When DS Sally Fielding discovers that her police officer father died of a heart attack caused by tasering, she is shocked. But when Hannah goes on to explain that his death is described in intricate detail in a novel she has recently read, Sally's suspicions are raised, and she begins an investigation.With a small team in place, Sally and her colleagues cross-reference all the descriptions of Burke's fictitious crimes with cases in the police database. Will DS Fielding be able to solve the mystery before anyone else gets hurt? And is the truth really stranger than fiction?The third book in Pamela Murray's acclaimed Manchester Murder series, Duplicity can also be read as a stand-alone or as part of the series, and it's perfect for fans of authors like Helen H. Durrant, Angela Marsons, and J. R. Ellis.

A detective follows a case from Dublin to Cornwall-but the suspect keeps disappearing into the mist . . .When Detective Garda Sergeant Mike West is called to investigate a murder in a Dublin graveyard, suspicion immediately falls on a local woman, Edel Johnson, whose husband disappeared some months before. But then she vanishes.Evidence leads West to a small village in Cornwall, but when he checks in to an inn, he finds Edel has arrived ahead of him. Her explanation seems to make sense, but just as West begins to think his suspicions of her are unfounded, she disappears again.Is she guilty? West, fighting an unsuitable attraction, doesn't want to believe it. But the case against her is growing. Back in Dublin, his team uncovers evidence of blackmail and illegal drugs connected to Edel's missing husband. When another man is murdered, she once again comes under suspicion. West knows he has to untangle the truth-but it may not be the truth he wants to hear . . .Previously published under the title That One May Smile

In this psychological thriller, an American grifter in Barcelona is determined to befriend a group of social media influencers-no matter what it takes.There's something about Meredith . . .Meredith is a young underachiever, living in a squalid apartment, struggling to stay one step ahead of her landlord and the law when she meets a man from her past who offers her a way out and a chance to start over.Having worked her way into the lives of the rich and privileged, Meredith will do just about anything to preserve her new lifestyle. But just how far is she prepared to go?Phil Kurthausen is also the author of the psychological thriller Don't Let Me In. How To Kill Your Friends is perfect for fans of authors like Rachel Abbott, Kerry Wilkinson, and Mark Edwards.

"e;A very realistic, laugh out loud, bittersweet revenge, 'you go girl' kind of book that makes for a quick and fun read"e; by the author of The French Escape (ReadingGirlReviews).When Ronnie's husband, Nick, leaves her for their next-door neighbour, Gaye, Ronnie's life starts to fall apart.Devastated by the break-up of her marriage, Ronnie is desperate for Nick and Gaye to set up home elsewhere. But Nick and Gaye won't budge.To add to her problems, Ronnie's daughter and mother-in-law decide to stage an intervention. With her family keeping a close eye on her, Ronnie is forced to become more devious in her actions to get rid of Nick and Gaye.But just how far will she go?And is moving on ever that easy?Six Steps to Happiness is a hilarious look at just how far one woman will go to recover from a broken heart and find happiness again."e;I really loved this book-it's warm, it's so well written, it's exceptionally funny, it surprises you with moments of depth and seriousness and others that make you think, and it most certainly leaves you with a wholly satisfied feeling as you reluctantly reach the end . . . this book is an absolute triumph!"e; -Being Anne

Ten people. Twelve days. One killer. Cult members come together for what might be their last time-alive-in this gripping, claustrophobic crime thriller.Ten people meet for a reunion at a remote castle, organised by a preacher who once held them in a Christian cult. One by one, the old friends are brutally murdered, and yet their killer remains hidden in their very midst.Rafe attends the reunion at the castle for one reason only: to settle once and for all how he really feels about his childhood obsession, Suzanne. Rivalry reignites at the outset as the men who all loved and fought over Suzanne are brought together once more.Is Suzanne the reason for these serial killings?Is the murderer a jealous lover?Or is she the femme fatale with a bloody agenda?As tension mounts, Rafe must play this deadly game in order to identify and neutralise the hidden serial killer before he himself becomes the next victim . . .

Kerensa and Leo are a happily married young couple who live in Cornwall. Leo works part-time in London as an investment advisor to wealthy businessman, Paul Donaldson. The couple hope to start a family soon and life couldn't be better. But Leo has been stealing from Paul and Paul isn't the sort of man you steal from. When Leo realises that Paul knows what he's done, he has no choice but to resort to drastic measures. Meanwhile, after discovering she is pregnant, Kerensa can't wait for her husband to return home so she can share her news. But she soon discovers he's gone missing. After receiving a threatening phone call from Paul, Kerensa realises how much trouble her family are in. Just how far is Paul prepared to go to get revenge? And will Kerensa ever be happy or safe again?

When a single mother finds her dream man, their whirlwind romance becomes a terrifying descent into madness in this twisting psychological thriller.Katherine has been desperate to provide a better life for her young daughter Ava. When she met handsome and charming Corey, she thought all her dreams had been answered. After they got married, Corey even whisks her away for a honeymoon in Las Vegas. But now the honeymoon is over . . . and Katherine is starting to notice changes in Corey's behavior.Back at home, Corey is short-tempered with Katherine and careless toward Ava. Something has changed. Was Katherine wrong about the man she loves, or is she losing her mind? As her new life crumbles around her, a shocking discovery reveals just how dangerous the situation truly is.

Lying to get a job places a New York woman in the path of a deranged killer in this psychological thriller by the author of The Secrets We Bury.Forced to give up her career as a dentist, and still unemployed a year later, Valentina Knight has finally run out of options. With foreclosure looming, she acts in desperation, lying to get a position as an assistant to the county medical examiner. Val's relieved. She won't be homeless. But she didn't count on the lie trapping her in a dangerous game with a killer . . .Val quickly becomes involved in the case of Francine Donohue, who disappeared from her neighborhood and is discovered dead six months later. The bizarre circumstances surrounding the murder are not the first of their kind. With the evidence pointing to a serial killer, and a calling card Val understands, she quickly gets sucked into the case.As Val is pulled in further, the situation takes a darker turn. Someone is aware of the lie she told. Someone who is prepared to kill . . .This fast-paced crime thriller will appeal to fans of authors like Fiona Barton, Teresa Driscoll, and Alice Feeney.

Framed for murder and almost buried alive, a man embarks on a desperate journey for the truth in this crime thriller by the author of Perfect Stranger.When Nate wakes up in the woods, he has no idea how he got there. The last thing he remembers is being at home. And when he spots two people digging a grave, his problems multiply.After escaping from the woods, he goes home to find his house burning and his brother, Peter, dead inside. Now the police are after him for the murder.Determined to find out who set him up and why, Nate goes on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth. But can he find those responsible and prove his innocence before it's too late?Betrayed is an action-packed crime thriller which will keep you on the edge of your seat. If you are a fan of authors like Harlan Coben, David Baldacci, and Michael Connely, you'll love this explosive read.

A woman struggles to navigate a new relationship until a sudden tragedy dredges up her troubled past in "e;this gripping psychological suspense"e; novel (Dea Poirier, bestselling author of Next Girl to Die).Morgan isn't sure about her new boyfriend, Justin. He seems great most of the time, but a recent argument left her feeling shaken. Morgan's neurologist-who she's been seeing ever since the hit and run accident she survived as a child-reminds her that she has a bad history of sabotaging relationships. It would be disastrous if she fell back into that pattern.Now Justin and Morgan are taking a romantic weekend getaway. But Justin's behavior becomes increasingly erratic-and runs the car into a tree. When Morgan wakes up in the hospital to find that Justin is dead, she has little time to grapple with the news before detectives arrive to question her about the crash. The detectives think Morgan is responsible for Justin's death, and to in order to prove her innocence, she'll have to unlock the dark secrets of her past.

Miles away from home, can you survive Christmas alone? A holiday family saga in the bestselling Destiny series from the author of Tilly and Anna. Singleton Grace loves Christmas and having all of her family with her on the day. But this year things will be different. One by one, each of her three children announce they have other plans for the holidays, leaving Grace home alone with a dilemma. Should she put on a brave face or admit she is hurt? After deciding it's time for a change, Grace books a cottage in the French countryside for Christmas. Max is also at life's crossroads after coming to terms with the end of his marriage. Making a spur of the moment decision, Max heads to the Loire where he hopes to clear his head, see the sights and escape the festivities. In the meantime, Grace's children embark on their own Yuletide journeys. Heidi faces the dreaded in-laws, Amber heads to New York to bag herself a fiance, and Seth can't wait to hit the slopes. But when their plans begin to fall apart, they are all left wishing they were at home with their Mum for Christmas. Will Grace get what she originally wanted or is a surprise in store? This book was previously published under the title The Christmas Cottage.Praise for the Destiny series ';I really enjoyed this tale of family, heartbreak and love, with its beautiful descriptions of the Loire region of France and great, likeable characters... a fun, heartwarming summer read.' White Tulip Candles ';Patricia Dixon creates characters who are likeable and believable.' Jan's Book Buzz

What happens when a teacher falls for her student?After her seventeen-year-old student fails to live up to his potential in class, Cathriona O'Hale conducts a parent-teacher meeting with the boy's widowed father. He is attractive, intelligent, and exceedingly wealthy, everything an unmarried middle-aged woman would normally find appealing. But O'Hale is not your average forty-something. She's a wild card who has a crush on the man's teenage son.As the relationship between O'Hale and the man blossoms, she finds herself juggling father and son while battling the true source of her lust and forbidden love.So when the father proposes, O'Hale has a choice to make -Love or crime?And when her decision is made, the consequences might just be deadly…