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When a local estate becomes the killing ground for two victims, the ladies of the Connection Investigation Agency take on the case in this cosy mystery.Early one morning, in the grounds of Chatsworth, a body is discovered by one of the estate groundsmen. DI Marsden and DS Granger battle through snow-covered roads to begin their investigation.Meanwhile, at the Connection Investigation Agency, Doris, Kat and Mouse are busy juggling their caseloads, while trying to show their new trainee receptionist the ropes.When the police learn that the body belongs to Nicola Armstrong, a resident of the nearby village of Baslow, it soon transpires that Nicola was the mother of a child who disappeared ten years prior to her murder.Soon, the Connection investigators are brought in to help but when a second body is found at Chatsworth, the case takes a disturbing turn.Can the police and the female sleuths get to the truth before more life is lost? Or is the fate of those involved already sealed?Also available in the bestselling Kat and Mouse Murder mystery series:Murder UndeniableMurder UnexpectedMurder UnearthedMurder Unjoyful

As a detective's personal life unravels, he must piece together the clues to a baffling series of murders in this Scottish Highlands crime thriller.A family day out turns sour for DI McKay when he stumbles across an unidentified corpse. The day becomes darker still when his brother-in-law goes missing and is eventually found dead, the result of a seemingly accidental fall.Meanwhile, DCI Helena Grant has a disastrous on-line date with a senior manager of a local hotel chain whose behavior escalates from pompous to downright disturbing. And, as she arrives home, she receives a threatening text from someone who has clearly been watching her. When a further body is found at the edge of the Cromarty Firth, McKay and Grant begin to piece together a grim tale of violence, human trafficking, and the darkest family secrets.

From the author of Deep Dark Secrets, a woman investigates the deadly accident she survived, but someone will do anything to hide the truth.As the only survivor of a horrific car crash, Lila Amberson believes she is on the road to recovery after she is released from the hospital. Her memories of the accident are blurred, though and a series of unsettling incidents leave her fearing for her safety. Does she have survivor's guilt or is something more sinister at play?Jack Foley is reeling from the shock of losing his sister in the crash and when he first meets Lila, he lashes out, blaming her for Stephanie's death. But when Lila gives him a locket that she believes belonged to his sister, it presents more questions than answers.As Lila and Jack work together to find out what really happened on the night of the accident, they are unaware that someone is watching them closely. Someone who has much to lose if the truth comes out, and someone who is prepared to do everything necessary to ensure all loose ends are taken care of . . .Dying to Tell is a gripping psychological thriller perfect for fans of authors like Clare Mackintosh, Cara Hunter, and Paula Hawkins.

Peculiar circumstances unite a group of strangers to find a missing girl and solve a gruesome murder in this compelling mystery.A mysterious advert in a newspaper promising to restore hope to the hopeless brings together four strangers-none realising they will end up investigating a twisted and troubling crime that threatens their very futures.Mitch, a former Crime Scene Investigator, Olivia, a brilliant PhD student, and Florence, a middle-aged solicitor, find themselves working with an enigmatic newspaper editor who refers to himself only as Ed.But when Maddie, a teenage girl, disappears in sinister circumstances, the team are drawn into the hunt for her. And when a neighbour's body is discovered in a pool of blood, they realise they must use their unique skills in a race against time.But can they solve the mystery before it's too late? And before Ed's shadowy past overcomes them all?If you are a fan of authors like Susan Lewis, Erin Kinsley or J.R., Ellis, you'll love this stunning thriller.

ONE DARK SECRET. ONE ADOLESCENT OBSESSION.As a boy, Ben was a witness in the disappearance and suspected murder of a beautiful young woman, Esther Garrett, which led to an intense adolescent obsession.Twenty years later, the conviction of her murderer is overturned due to a police corruption scandal. Ben's obsession is reawakened when Esther's sister asks for his help in investigating the crime.As Ben is drawn deeper into the case, he will be forced to face the truth about his own life and soon finds himself questioning everything he ever believed.Was Esther really murdered?And if so, could the killer be closer to home than anyone ever imagined?

A stalker's victim hunts for answers when she believes he's at it again in this psychological thriller.Rachel Stone's world was destroyed by a stalker, Alan Griffin. After he went to prison, she rebuilt her life.Now she has a three-year-old daughter and is in a new relationship. But someone is stalking her again. Her phone, her emails, and her social media are hacked . . .Rachel believes it's Griffin, out of prison and looking for revenge. She needs to find him and make him leave her alone. But as Rachel is drawn into a hunt, she realizes that something even more horrific is happening-something that will make her confront the childhood that has lingered inside her like a ghost, and will force her to face the truth about her new life.Is Griffin the one ruining her life? Or is someone far more dangerous responsible?Praise for The Regret"e;I am so impressed with this novel. Definitely a contender for my book of the year."e; -Keri Beevis, author of Every Little BreathThe Regret is a gripping psychological thriller perfect for fans of authors like Rachel Abbott, Cara Hunter, and C.L. Taylor.

The CWA Debut Dagger-winning author "e;racks up the tension and provides an excellent mystery with many twists and surprises along the way"e; (Promoting Crime Fiction).Should you trust your best friend with your life?Harry, Lucas and Guy were best friends when they were kids. But then they made a terrible mistake and their friendship shattered, forcing them to cut all ties. Years later, a man's head is discovered in the woods, skinned and with the tongue cut out. The police call on Harry, a psychologist, to help with the case, and when it turns out the victim is his childhood friend Guy, old skeletons begin to surface. Then one of Harry's clients goes missing. Forced into a desperate hunt to save the boy, Harry finds himself closing in on a shocking secret, a secret someone will do anything to keep safe . . .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

A dead undercover cop may have been hiding more than his true identity in this edgy mystery by the author of Murderland . . . When a young boy discovers a body lying in a doorway, DI Burton and DS Fielding are called to the scene. Initially believing the dead man was homeless, the police are shocked to discover the true identity of the victim: a Detective Constable from London who was working undercover.But when the DNA from the victim is linked to a cold case, Burton and Fielding find themselves looking into another unsolved murder. And as the case unfolds, the detectives are faced with untangling a web of lies . . .Bloodline is the second in the acclaimed Manchester Murders series, but can also be read as a standalone novel.

A dream wedding in French wine country becomes the perfect venue for family drama in this heartwarming novel of love, family, and happily ever after.Matilda Parker is flying to France for what should be the wedding of her dreams. But she soon discovers that her dreams are beside the point. Her mother Freda has spent a year planning the perfect wedding, and nothing-not even a house full of relatives, the imminent arrival of her feckless son-in-law-to-be, or his irritating parents-is going to spoil it.On the other side of the village, Anna has problems of her own. With all her family about to descend, including her precious sons Joe and Sam, Anna has vowed that nothing will ruin their much-awaited summer holiday. Beneath a sweltering summer sun, two clans, a naughty dog, a gaggle of relatives and friends gather in the Loire. But when a visitor from hell arrives and Joe bumps into Tilly, it looks like all of Anna and Freda's plans are about to go up in smoke . . . Tilly was previously published under the title A Perfect Summer Wedding.

A woman out for revenge against her husband's mistress finds herself caught in a deadly game in this domestic noir thriller by an acclaimed British author.Happily married to the headmaster of a prestigious boarding school, Louise enjoys a charmed life of dinner functions, distant travel, and domestic stability. But her perfect life suddenly comes apart when a journalist informs her that her charismatic husband is having an affair.Louisa decides to learn more about her romantic rival. But her online snooping quickly turns to vengeful cyberbullying. When the woman is found dead, the police are called to investigate-and Louisa is suddenly in a lot of danger. Suspicion is falling on her . . . and she's beginning to suspect her husband of much more than infidelity.

A medical thriller "e;full of twists and secrets from the completely heartbreaking start to marvellously shocking yet satisfying ending . . . brilliant"e; (White Tulip Candles).He's a doctor . . . but can you trust him?With his marriage collapsing and grief-stricken following the death of his baby son, surgeon Dan Lewis is struggling to make sense of it all.His work is his lifeline. But when he fixates on a child patient he thinks has a potentially lethal disease, no one believes the diagnosis. They all think he's losing his mind.When one of Dan's critics is senselessly murdered and the evidence points to the damaged doctor as the prime suspect, his bad situation becomes desperate.But there's a dark secret linking the ill child and the murder victim. One that no one other than Dan can see.Can he overcome his paralyzing despair to reveal the truth and clear himself?And if he does, will he be in time to save an innocent child from a terrifying fate?

A seemingly simple murder leads a Newcastle DCI with a criminal past to a dark underworld in this mystery by the author of Open Grave.An eighteen-year-old petty criminal is brutally tortured and left in a farmer's field to die. DCI Jack Lambert and his team think they have it all figured out. It's a robbery gone wrong. Suspicion immediately falls on the man who called it in.What Jack doesn't realise is that this is just the beginning. An escaped prisoner, an attempted hit, and a seemingly unending trail of violence and retribution follows. As the mystery unfolds, Jack begins to suspect the existence of a secret, but powerful, syndicate operating on the very edges of the North East's criminal underworld. With the situation spiralling out of control, Jack finds himself at a crossroads-one which could lead him back into the kind of life he has spent a career running away from. Time is running out, and this case might not only cost Lambert his job, but also his life . . . Grave Intent is the second novel featuring DCI Jack Lambert but can easily be read as a stand-alone. A fast-paced police procedural, full of stunning twists and turns, it will appeal to fans of authors like Angela Marsons, Joy Ellis and Helen H. Durrant."e;From its very first gut-wrenching chapter, I was completely hooked."e; -Howard Linskey

The PI team of a deacon, a computer expert, and her grandmother returns in this twisty cosy mystery from the bestselling author of Murder Unexpected.When DI Tessa Marsden is called to a road traffic accident, she is disturbed by the crime scene she must investigate. She now has a double murder to contend with; two dead girls from the same village.Realising the murders aren't linked, Marsden summons the help of the Connection Investigation Agency, run by Kat, a church Deacon, Beth, (known affectionately as Mouse), a computer expert, and Doris, Beth's feisty grandmother.When it is discovered that one of the murdered girls was pregnant the case takes an unexpected turn.Can DI Marsden, with the input of Kat and Mouse, solve the case before another body appears?Meanwhile, the agency has been asked to track down the long-lost son of Ewan Barker. Will Kat, Mouse and Doris find him and reunite him with his father?This might just be their toughest investigation yet . . .Also available in the bestselling Kat and Mouse Murder mystery series:Murder UndeniableMurder UnexpectedMurder UntimelyMurder Unjoyful"e;Anita Waller handles some quite dark scenarios with a lightness of touch, a little humour, strong female characters and empathy. The plotting is well done."e; -Love Books, Read Books"e;I am absolutely loving this series. It's a bit of a cross between a cosy mystery/crime thriller . . . A highly enjoyable story that kept me guessing until the end."e; -By the Letter Book Reviews

Loving someone doesn't mean trusting them...You love them both, but can you trust them?Twelve years ago, Nick's brother, Rob, drowned. His body was never found. When Nick met Susie at his brother's funeral, he thought it was destiny.But when Rob suddenly re-appears, Nick is forced to examine everything he once knew. Why do the police want to talk to Rob? And what is he running away from?Nick wants to find his brother but if he does, he risks losing the woman he loves. Because Susie has her own secrets, and as the truth emerges, Nick finds it is those closest to us we should fear the most…

Someone knows what you did… and they're watching you…Daniel is living the dream with a devoted wife, perfect job and adorable toddler. Until, out of the blue, his wife accuses him of having an affair and stabs him in a frenzied attack with a kitchen knife. As his wife is sectioned in a psychiatric ward, Daniel returns home from intensive care to find his precious world is inexorably falling apart:Who is prowling around his house?Why is someone sending threatening postcards?And who is his son talking to in the dead of night?As Daniel attempts to put his life back together, a merciless force just out of reach is unravelling it, bit by bit, until Daniel is plunged into his worst nightmare.Enemy at the Window is an utterly gripping psychological suspense thriller, full of secrets, lies and betrayal, leading to a heart-stopping conclusion. It will appeal to fans of authors such as C.L. Taylor, Mark Edwards and Sabine Durrant.

Neuroscientist Bea Hudson fears she is a bad mother and that her career will be thwarted by family life. When her husband suspects Bea of having an affair with her best friend, a chain of events is triggered, leading to a crisis in Bea's life.Bea Hudson, a neuropsychologist living in Godalming, is struggling to cope with the challenging behaviour of her obsessive husband Kurt and their disruptive four-year-old daughter Fran. On top of this, her boss is pressuring her to get results from her research. Bea has her work cut out.Things come to a head when Kurt goes away on an extended business assignment. While sacking staff and drinking heavily, Kurt's insecurities run amok and he becomes convinced that Bea's close friend Madeleine is seducing his wife and unduly influencing his daughter.Meanwhile, childless artist Madeleine sees her friend torn between the demands of work and offers to help with Fran. But when she reveals a startling desire to her unsympathetic therapist Mr Rowley, he advises her to focus on the attention of Colin, a man she met in a lift.Can Bea survive the demands of her career and the turmoil in her marriage without having a breakdown? Can Madeleine survive Kurt's anger and find happiness with Colin? And can love survive marriage, middle-age, alcohol and ambition?Not Having It All is about a scientist torn between her stalling career and the demands of her family. With themes of trust, deception and obsession, it is a mercilessly playful take on modern friendships, relationships and family life.

A murder victim grapples with her death as her sister and a detective search for her killer in this debut thriller by the author of The First Husband.My name is Quinn Roberts, and I was murdered.Quinn Roberts is dead and she wants to know how it happened. She's angry, confused, and disappointed that her life is over. Most of her friends have moved on, and it seems like no one cares who was responsible. Her adult children are in shock, but their mother's death is too painful, so they do nothing.Soon after her murder, Quinn's husband, Alec, marries another woman and Quinn becomes a distant memory. Only her sister, Erin, and Detective John McQuillan continue to search for answers.But as the case stalls, the formal investigation is moved to the Cold Case division, and Quinn's family loses hope that there will ever be an arrest.Can Quinn get the justice she deserves? And is discovering the truth always worth it?If you are a fan of The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold or of authors like Lesley Kara and Cara Hunter, then you are going to love I Never Left.

A woman living in fear and trapped in her home is driven to the edge of insanity by a mysterious package in this tense psychological thriller.Karen Rainey lives a sheltered life on the outskirts of Phoenix, Arizona. For the last five years, she's worked from home, gotten her food delivered, and taken in the occasional housemate to help with rent. But Karen isn't agoraphobic. She's terrified of her ex-boyfriend, Zach. With the help of Karen's testimony, he was found guilty of a string of bank robberies and sentenced to life in prison. And yet, Karen lives in fear of how he might exact revenge.Karen's current housemate Beth keeps asks what's wrong, and she's running out of ways to avoid the question. But when a mysterious package is left on her doorstep, it sends Karen's world into turmoil. Now Karen and Beth are both trapped inside and terrified of what's coming next. But the threat may be much closer than they know . . .

Trust no one. Not even yourself. When Natalie Powers returns home for the first time in thirteen years, she must convince everyone she has fully recovered from the mental illness, which has seen her institutionalised for most of her young life.But instead of being welcomed back, Natalie enters a baffling world of deception. She must fight her way through the lies in order to discover the truth about her mother's sudden disappearance sixteen years earlier. To do this, Natalie must also try to make sense of the hazy memories from the past that continue to haunt her.In the village of Little Downey, everybody appears to harbour a mysterious secret, including her father, Frank, the village butcher, who refuses to discuss the circumstances surrounding Natalie's mother disappearance, but who can Natalie trust if not her own father? Especially when it becomes clear her protector and confidante, Dr Moses, is not all he appears.Meanwhile, a spate of unexplained clifftop suicides has seen the seaside resort go into decline. Are the villagers somehow involved or is something more sinister at work?Determined to find out what happened to her mother, Natalie must make sure her own frailty and self-doubt does not catapult her back to the mental institution before she can uncover the truth…

The bonds of family face the ultimate test in this novel of class divisions and buried secrets among three interrelated households. Together with her feckless, self-centered mother, Ruby lives one step away from poverty on a rundown estate in Manchester. In the quiet suburbs of Cheshire, Ruby's cousin Rosie leads a charmed, middle-class existenceeven as she feels suffocated by her own domineering mother. Then there is Olivia, a member of the elite Cheshire set, rattling around in her sprawling mansion, attending charity functions and hosting infamous bridge nights. Olivia's errant son Marcus lives his life in the fast lane, maximising the perks of the family firm, well away from the watchful eyes of his disapproving mother. When Ruby meets Marcus, her life begins to crumbleand one by one the secrets she has kept are exposed. Can Rosie and Ruby's bond survive? And in Ruby's hour of need, will her cousin keep her promise, and come to her rescue? Rosie and Ruby was previously published under the titleThree Mothers.

A retired lawyer becomes an amateur sleuth when her rural village is plagued by mysterious deaths in this cozy mystery by the author of Cliff Edge.In the rural English village of Heronsford, Eliza and Jay Armstrong live in the farmhouse Eliza grew up in. Her now elderly mother lives in a small, converted barn close by. Surrounded by friends, the Armstrongs appear to have an idyllic life. But when two members of their social group die in suspicious circumstances, a cloud falls over the village. Are the deaths linked? And were they really accidents? One of the villagers believes they have the answers and is prepared to risk everything to get to the truth . . . The Decoy is a gripping, suspenseful, cozy mystery perfect for fans of authors like J.R. Ellis, Claire Chase and Betty Rowlands.

When Tasha witnesses a stabbing at the train station in Luton, she is compelled to give evidence in court that leads to Dean Rigby being convicted. But when Lewis, Dean's brother, vows revenge, Tasha is afraid and no longer feels safe in her own home.Tasha's partner, Reuben, hopes to marry her and start a family soon. But Reuben is concerned about Tasha's state of mind and urges her to see a doctor.When Tasha is left a derelict country house by her birth father, she sees an opportunity to escape Luton and start a new life. After visiting Black Hollow Hall she sees it as the perfect opportunity to live a life without fear.At first Tasha feels liberated from her troubles. The gardener, William, who is partially paralysed but employed to maintain the grounds of Black Hollow Hall, is welcoming.But soon Tasha realises the Hall is not quite the idyll she imagined.When she discovers that a woman jumped to her death there years ago following the murder of her husband, strange events begin to take place and Tasha fears for her safety.Have the Rigby family found her?Is someone trying to scare her into selling the house?Or is she suffering from paranoia as Reuben suggests? As Tasha's sanity is put under pressure she begins to wonder if Black Hollow Hall is going to be her salvation or her undoing…

"e;A well-plotted, atmospheric story of one woman's carefully-constructed world falling apart"e; from the author of Sewing the Shadows Together (Promoting Crime Fiction).From the outside, Olivia seems to lead an idyllic existence with her husband and children. But when she starts receiving notes, she knows her perfect life is under threat. She thought she'd managed to put the past behind her, but someone seems determined to reveal her secret. Meanwhile, girls are vanishing in the area and Olivia fears for her family's safety.There's a real reason that Olivia left Scotland all those years ago-and it may have links to the recent disappearances. When someone is out to get you, is there anywhere you can hide?"e;With many suspicious characters, several red-herrings, and a high 'creepiness' factor, this novel will be loved by many. Recommended to readers who enjoy a thriller with damaged characters, a stunning setting, secrets, creepy hotels, and a satisfying resolution."e; -Fictionophile"e;Reading this book was much like being on a scary and unpredictable rollercoaster ride with several twists and turns along the way."e; -gingerbookgeek"e;The book is well written and all characters are realistic and believable . . . quite an enjoyable, absorbing read."e; -Relax and Read Book Reviews

When a church Deacon goes into the PI business, she uncovers the criminal secrets nestled within her charming English village in this cozy mystery series.Deacon Katerina Rowe had a quiet life before she discovered her husband's criminal activities. Now Leon is on the run, and Kat has started a private investigation business with her good friend Beth, who goes by Mouse. It's plenty for any Deacon to handle-let alone one who's heavily pregnant.When a widow asks Kat and Mouse for help, the sleuthing duo find themselves searching for the birth mother of the widow's husband. But when it becomes clear that the widow isn't telling the whole truth, Kat and Mouse are drawn into a deadly chase where nothing is what it seems. Meanwhile, Leon is back in Eyam and out for revenge. Can Kat solve the case and escape her dangerous husband?

In this family saga full of mystery by the author of The Doll Collector, an Australian outback resort holds a secret that is about to be revealed.Tordorrach is 70,000 acres of drought-stricken land in the Australian outback. Why do a group of wealthy people from London want to buy it?Seamus, the owner of Tordorrach, lives in poverty. His homestead is derelict, and he is heavily in debt. The new owners run Outback Experience holidays on Tordorrach. Seamus becomes one of the gardeners, and he and his wife Mary move to a comfortable cabin on the property. Why does he hate the new owners so much that he plans to murder one of them?The idyllic life of the new owners is shattered when the body of a woman is found buried on Tordorrach. Forensics find a bullet in her body. Who was she? And who murdered her?Searching For Sylvia is an unmissable mystery packed with suspense and will appeal to fans of authors like Linda Green, Dinah Jefferies and Linda Huber.

Meet DI Melanie Watton, who soon learns that imitation is the deadliest form of flattery in this page-turning crime thriller from the author of Intention.When the body of a young woman, Jenni Grantham, is found abandoned, DI Melanie Watton and her team are called to investigate. It soon becomes apparent that the murder, the method and the appearance of the victim, is something they have seen before.With the help of Medical Examiner George Waller, DI Watton uncovers the case history of Michael Richards-a local murderer who killed five women before turning himself in.Further investigations reveal that Jenni was recently reported missing by her parents. And when Jenni's personal effects are explored, shocking discoveries are made about the victim's fascination with the original killings.However, when the ME makes a surprise discovery, DI Watton realises that Jenni was perhaps not the only local with a fixation on these infamous killings.With a copycat killer on the loose, the team know it is only a matter of time before another body is discovered. But when a second victim is found, the team find themselves questioning everything they thought they knew . . .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 heart-stopping crime thriller with "e;a tense, twisty storyline . . . [and] a terrific climax"e;-first in the Manchester Murders series (Love Books, Read Books).When DI Joe Burton and DS Sally Fielding are called to investigate a suspicious death in a care home, it is just the start of their problems.As further bodies are discovered, with playing cards placed beside their bodies, the Manchester police realise they have their work cut out.With the press closing in on the case, a criminal profiler is called in to help work out what the killer's motive is.With the clock ticking and more victims uncovered, Fielding and Burton must race to track down a twisted killer before it's too late.But could the killer be closer to home than anyone ever imagined?"e;I enjoyed the relationship between Burton and Fielding, the in-depth investigation and the descriptive writing which builds tension slowly until the gripping ending . . . very entertaining."e; -White Tulip CandlesAlso available in the Manchester Murders series: Bloodline and Duplicity