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"Loved this book, had me hooked from the first page." --Amazon reviewer, five stars "Epic . . . echoes of Game of Thrones." --Amazon reviewer, five stars A young couple struggles to build a life together in this suspenseful saga . . . Zev, a humble butcher's son, has always loved Arlette but she is promised to another. When the death of a Christian boy is blamed on the local Jews, Arlette is caught up in the ensuing chaos and mob violence leading her betrothed to reject her. Throughout the ordeal, Zev remains steadfast and refuses to abandon Arlette while she struggles to overcome her trauma. But their troubles are far from over as they endure continuing harassment and are drawn into intrigue involving the Irish king. Can the pair continue to battle and survive against all the odds? Sacrifice is a rich historical drama filled with danger, love and betrayal.

A set of century-old diaries found in an attic draws an Irish couple into a tale of murder and madness, in this absorbing new suspense. After forty years in the Irish army, Brian is looking forward to retiring and spending time with his wife--though he worries about adjusting to civilian life. While clearing the attic before they move house, he makes a discovery: three journals dating back to the early twentieth century. One was written by Arthur, an ex-Connaught Ranger; another by Arthur's wife, Edith, a colonel's daughter; and the third by Henry, a British soldier and Arthur's best friend. Brian and his wife are soon engrossed in reading the diaries and following the intertwined stories of these three people from the past. But it soon becomes chillingly clear that these diaries contain more than the daily adventures of ordinary lives. Because one of the three is a killer . . .

A reclusive war veteran takes on an enemy closer to home, in this chilling novel by the author of the Adam Black thrillers . . . John Smith has never been the same since Afghanistan, even after settling into much more peaceful surroundings in the mountains of Scotland. However, he finds some sense of purpose in helping a fourteen-year-old boy who is troubled by his mother's abusive boyfriend and wants Smith to teach him how to fight back. The boyfriend, Vincent, is guilty of more than domestic violence, though. After burning down a local building for a wealthy businessman, he commits murder while fleeing the scene. Now John Smith has a new enemy to fight. But can he survive this personal war when the tycoon corners him in a hidden location more dangerous than any distant battlefield?

"A fantastic read . . . I absolutely loved this book . . . I was hooked." --Amazon reviewer, five stars Her long-lost love is missing--and obsession with the case could save her or sabotage her, in this gripping new suspense by the author of The Woman Next Door. Natalie is single and carefree, fulfilled by her journalism career, but still she can't help but wonder what happened to Owen, the one that got away. When she learns that he's disappeared--and left behind a note that mentions her name--she finds herself pulled back into his life. Compelled by the mystery, her boss encourages her to pursue it, believing it would make a great story. And Natalie's determination knows no bounds . . . Soon she finds herself thrust into a murky world of money, power, and ruthlessness. But just how far will a search for the truth lead her away from home?

"Laugh out loud . . . I flew through it . . . I was totally hooked." --Goodreads reviewer, five stars A sleuthing librarian and her friends spend Halloween at a generations-old estate where they discover murder runs in the family . . . Prunella Pearce, Bree, and the other ladies of the Winterbottom Women's Institute are planning to spend Halloween at the Montgomery Hall Hotel murder-mystery weekend--just as the historical venue's past comes back to haunt it. The hotel is now in the incapable hands of Tarragon Montgomery, with its faltering finances overseen by elderly matriarch Cecily. Meanwhile, the local actress hired to play Psychic Selma for the weekend has been replaced by an impostor. But who is she, and what is her agenda? Pru and Bree have some experience solving mysteries, but as Montgomery Hall is engulfed by a storm and the bodies start piling up, they may need a little assistance from Pru's delectable detective, Andy Barnes, in order to crack the case . . .

"Amazing . . . I loved this book from start to finish. . . . So many twists and turns." --Goodreads reviewer, five stars A car crash claims three lives--but the survivors have not escaped unscathed, in this powerful novel by the bestselling author of Abduction and The Victim. When a sudden blast of severe weather causes a traffic accident, the effects will ripple through the lives of many long after the scene is cleared . . . Hannah has lost a leg, as well as her memory of the event, leading her to fear she may have been at fault. Struggling with recovery and anxiously awaiting the inquest results, she remains at home with her husband and kids. Joe wants to take his own life after his wife died in the accident, leaving him injured and alone. Meanwhile, the Joneses mourn their son and decide to embark on a project to honour him: opening a centre for rescued animals. But when the survivors find their paths crossing again, there are consequences that no one could predict . . .

"A beautiful, poignant read . . . straight from the heart . . . heart breaking and heart-warming in equal measure. Once I had started reading it I couldn't put it down . . . beautiful." --Amazon reviewer, five stars A heartfelt novel of a Christmas shadowed by loss and regret--and brightened by hope for renewal--from the author of Time Will Tell. Six-year-old Jack is counting the days to Christmas. But his grandmother is just counting the days until it's over. For Jill, the holiday comes with painful memories, and she wants only to escape the recent past and its tragedies. She's moved and started a new life running a food truck in Widmore Bay, a quaint seaside town, in order to flee her agonising history. It's only for little Jack's sake that Jill tolerates the tree and decorations. She just wants to spend Christmas with the curtains drawn, reading a book and drinking coffee. But this season, she may stumble onto a miracle that restores joy--and hope--in her heart . . . Praise for Eva Jordan's 183 Times a Year "An emotional roller-coaster . . . beautifully written." --The Last Word Book Review

A troubling series of missing person cases lead back to Mercy Hospital, but the truth is far more terrifying than you could ever imagine . . . After receiving a promotion, Dr. Jacqui is thrilled to begin a career helping infertile women conceive. However, her excitement soon turns to fear when she realizes what her patients must give up in exchange. But Jacqui cannot walk away. She has more at stake than just her career: her daughter's life. When Cara, a patient at the fertility hospital, is run off the road in a mysterious accident, police start asking questions. And after a disturbing trend of missing young Black women emerges, all evidence points to Mercy Hospital. And the nightmare is only just beginning for Jacqui, the dedicated doctor, protective mother, and unhappy participant in a scheme where the most precious gift in the world comes with deadly consequences . . .

A unique collection of stories from bestselling authors Angela Marsons, Rob Sinclair, Joy Ellis, Louise Beech and many more!Written in the Stars is a festive charity anthology with short stories from a variety of authors, including international bestsellers and award-winning writers. There’s something for everyone, with tales that will make you laugh, make you cry, or make you sleep with the light on. It’s the perfect book to curl up with on a cold winter’s night. All net profits from this anthology are in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity and The Butterfly AVM Charity, who both work tirelessly to offer help to children and their families with life-threatening illnesses. Authors include: A.A. Abbott, Angela Marsons, Beverley Harvey, Caron McKinlay, Diane Saxon, D.S. Butler, Emma Tallon, Eva Jordan, Gina Kirkham, Helen Walters, Jen Faulkner, John Harkin, Joy Ellis, Keri Beevis, Laura Stewart, Louise Beech Marrisse Whittaker, Mike Walters, Natasha Boydell, Patricia Dixon, Rob Sinclair (writing as CJ Stone), Stephen Edger and Valerie Keogh.

A delightful novel about a meddling mother, a marathon of bad dates, and taking a chance on love from the author of The Two-Week Promise. Twenty-four-year-old writer and bookseller Kasey wishes her mother could accept her for who she is and would stop trying to run her life. Kasey has already gone on a string of blind dates—with everyone from an underwear model to a guy whose greatest talent was burping the alphabet. Now she’s on date #31, with a pastor’s son, expecting yet another failure. But Tobias takes her by surprise. She likes his smile. She likes the fact that he orders fruit punch instead of coffee or soda. She likes it when he takes her to church and introduces her to his family. Unlike her mother, they accept her for who she is and welcome her with open arms. As the holidays draw near, Kasey feels like she’s finally found her place in the world. But could one accidental discovery make it all melt away or will she find her happy ever after?

A rollercoaster action thriller in which Guy Fawkes escapes his execution and sails to the New World—where he finds even more trouble . . . November 5, 1605: A foiled plot to blow up Parliament. A day remembered centuries later, forever cast in the shadow of one man: Guy Fawkes. But what if Guy had survived the trial that followed? What if powerful friends conspired to fake Guy’s death, and the man hanged, drawn, and quartered was not Guy? What if he was given a new identity? A new life? Jamestown, Virginia, 1607: a new settlement founded on the soil of an uncharted continent. What better place for a man to reinvent oneself? To disappear completely? But Guy cannot escape his past—even in the New World. Pursued by those seeking vengeance, and embroiled in a bloody conflict between the English invaders and Native Americans, Guy realizes his odyssey of violence and intrigue isn’t over—it’s only just beginning . . .

After twelve brutal murders, a vicious killer continues to elude the police—but one desperate father may prove to be his downfall . . . A cunning and sadistic serial killer known as Minotaur has already murdered and mutilated twelve women. When novelist David Knight comes home, he is shattered to find that his wife is the latest victim. But why has Minotaur taken David’s young son? And what is the significance of the maze drawn in blood at every crime scene? David’s world is in ruins. The police have failed him, and time is running out. If he has any hope of saving his son, he must enter the killer’s labyrinth. But can he do the unthinkable and submit to the darkness within himself?

An engrossing historical saga based on the life of the eighteenth-century woman who endured loss and betrayal—and dared to pursue her dreams. Her parents warned Elizabeth that Alexander Blackwell would not make a dependable husband, and only after eloping with him did she learn they may have been right . . . After their marriage, the couple finds lodgings in London. Alexander looks for work while Elizabeth learns engraving. Before long, though, Alexander is in the Marshalsea, the notorious debtors’ prison, and she is left to fend for herself. Alone and penniless, she has a few things going for her: a skill, an idea, and an acquaintance. Elizabeth embarks on a quest that earns her a small fortune and may allow her to buy her husband’s freedom. It seems like she may live happily ever after. But her extraordinary story isn’t over yet . . .Praise for Pamela Holmes “A genuinely original, utterly enchanting story.” —A. N. Wilson, author of Victoria: A Life “[A] lyrical novel that skillfully represents the constraints placed on middle-class women of the era.” —Historical Novel Society

After her son’s tragic death, a former cop discovers his dangerous secret life—and picks up where he left off . . . Former police officer Emma Raven has a heartbreaking task ahead of her: gathering her late son’s possessions from his Cambridge college. His death was deemed a suicide. But once she enters Paul’s room accompanied by his director of studies, Colin Gormley, and finds it’s been ransacked, she’s troubled. When this is followed by attacks against both Emma and Colin, the two flee. But the danger doesn’t stop there. Before long, the grieving mother is entangled in a deadly mystery that puts her right in the line of fire . . .

The honeymoon is over—and his nightmare has begun—in this twisted thriller by the author of The Husband Trap . . .   After his wife’s suicide, Scott manages to find love again with Casey. For their first anniversary, she has a surprise for him—but it’s not a good one . . . Casey has been collecting photos and videos of Scott that would place his teaching career in serious jeopardy. Holding that over his head, she intends to make him suffer. As the torment escalates, Scott desperately tries to uncover why Casey is doing this and find a way out of his nightmare. But can he outwit his vicious wife before she makes herself a widow?

Murder interrupts Christmas at a Scottish hotel, but which of the guests are guilty?   Amelia Adams has turned the Scottish mansion she inherited into a luxurious hotel. The holiday season is looking busy with the upcoming wedding of a self-made millionaire to his young fiancée—and a wide assortment of guests. When Amelia gets a mysterious call from a stranger who says he has something to tell her, she is intrigued. But as a string of shocking events unfold, Amelia must turn her attention from merriment to murder . . .

A gory display in a London park sets the police scrambling, in this new thriller by the author of From Inside the House. When a bloodstained effigy made of body parts is found in a park, DI Daniel Graves must discover what it means and find the person responsible. Symbols at the crime scene suggest the occult. Who is behind this horrific scene and what’s his purpose? As Graves and his partner, DI Charlie Palmer, begin to investigate, they enlist the help of Molly Gooding, a talented professor specialising in the arcane. Then the next crime scene is found. More blood, more symbols, and again, out in the open. It seems the killer wants the world to pay attention, but why? How are they choosing their victims? The pressure is on for Graves to put an end to the murders before more victims appear. In addition, Graves’s past is still not behind him. Someone is eager to make sure he doesn't forget and cannot move on. And they’re not playing games anymore. There may be a killer out there, but someone else is out for blood—Daniel Graves’s blood . . .Praise for the DI Graves series “Panic inducing moments.” —Scream magazine “Lures readers in and holds them.” —Online Book Club

The author of Ripple Effect returns with a taut and terrifying new novel full of suspicion and revenge. When Alice starts a conversation with an attractive stranger, the last thing she expects is to be kidnapped. The handsome stranger pulls a knife on her and drives Alice away in his car. Then she hears a sound coming from the boot . . . Her abductor has a connection to her past—and soon Alice finds herself face-to-face with her former fiancé, imprisoned in an isolated warehouse. The truth about their breakup is about to be revealed—and it’s not going to be what anyone expected . . .

“An absolutely fabulous read which I devoured in 2 days . . . fantastic thriller . . . outstanding . . . 10 out of 10.” —Amazon reviewer, five starsA get-together reveals dark secrets that tie old friends together—and tear them apart—in a twisting new thriller by the author of From My Cold Dead Hands. When an overdue reunion takes place, it stirs up old memories that have long been buried . . . In the twelve years that have passed, much has happened. So when Michael Storm arranges a New Year’s Eve party, it threatens to have deadly consequences. Hope has married her long-time sweetheart, whose secretive behaviour with money is straining their marriage. Sabine has become a supermodel and married an aristocrat but has secrets and problems of her own. Shy Elena came close to a breakdown after her dreams of a future with the man she loved were dashed. She harbours fears about a mysterious fire that killed two men in her home, and is devastated when her best friend dies. But what caused his death? As the reunion draws near, the relationships among them start to fracture, and the hidden truths about the past start coming to the surface—with murderous results . . .

A brilliant murder mystery of shifting perspectives, motivations, and politics from the author of Rabbit Hole. The owner of Brookhaven Care Home has been stabbed to death in his office, and DS Ursula Pembridge is called out to investigate the murder of the prominent property developer. When Owen Caulfield, campaign staffer for the local Labour MP, arrives to find his boss's planned visit has been cancelled due to the tragedy, he decides to stay and visit his elderly father instead. And so begins this uniquely compelling crime thriller. With each chapter told from a different point of view, Chains pulls us into the recent history of Britain and introduces us to adulterer and blackmailer, politician and private detective, environmentalist and killer-and reminds us that whether it's about current events or criminal activities, we all see situations very differently . . .

A risky affair goes badly awry, in this crime thriller set in a deceptively idyllic English village from the author of The Things I Didn't Do. In their pretty countryside home, Agnes and Fin appear to be just another happily married couple among their neighbours. But their attempts to conceive a child have failed, and amid the tension and pressure, they begin to experiment with their relationship. However, when Agnes engages in the same practice with her lover, the man across the street, it has far reaching consequences. When her lover dies, and the police start to investigate, Agnes fears the possibility of them closing in. But just how far will she go to save herself?

A ransom demand leads to secrets revealed, in this twisting crime suspense from the author of The Victim. Eleven-year-old Danny Stone is snatched on his way home from school, bundled into the back of a van, and driven to a remote, deserted farmhouse. Danny's parents, Martha and Richard, are frantic when their only child goes missing and call the police. Their home in Bristol is searched, and their lives and Richard's career as a solicitor come under scrutiny. Finally, a ransom demand arrives. Martha wants to pay, but Richard procrastinates. When he leaves the house, Martha searches through his papers. It's clear her husband has been keeping something from her. But as she tries to untangle his lies, while the police continue their search, Richard risks a dangerous negotiation on his own. And the question remains-how long can Danny survive?

In this suspenseful thriller, a journalist writing about a reclusive billionaire finds herself caught in a madman's maze. Sophie regrets leaving her much-loved ex-boyfriend over Christmas, but she can't pass up the opportunity of a lifetime: writing a personal history for the enigmatic billionaire Tim Henderson. A pioneer in the early days of fertility treatment, Henderson now lives a reclusive life on his private Greek island. Sophie soon discovers that the ancient labyrinth on Henderson's property has a dark history, steeped in myth and legend. Even more worrying is the island's equally sinister present. Can Sophie find a way out of Henderson's delusional trap before her future is destroyed?

Money may make the world go round, but it turns a village upside down, in this tense British crime thriller by the author of The Last Man. The normally tranquil village of Darmont is in an uproar over a proposed building project-but the angry demonstrations by the locals are not the only thing disturbing the peace. The assistant to the millionaire property developer behind the controversy has been murdered and the son of a Saudi investor in the plan has been kidnapped. Has a protester taken things too far-or is something more sinister going on behind the scenes among the rich and powerful? As rumors and accusations of blackmail, bribery, and corruption fly, DCI Alex Fleming must dig up the truth in a pursuit that will lead him all the way to London . . .

When the honeymoon is over, can their romance keep going? A delightful debut novel of love, friendship, and keeping secrets . . . Ellie and Charlotte’s friendship has a set of rules they wrote long ago—and Ellie has just broken Rule #5. The morning after Charlotte’s wedding, Ellie has woken up in bed with Logan, Charlotte’s brother, who she’s been secretly admiring for ages. With Charlotte away on her honeymoon, the pair, not satisfied by a one-night stand, agree to keep their fling going until Charlotte returns. And to assuage the guilt, they’ll work together on renovating the newlyweds’ bedroom as a welcome-home surprise. But no matter how hard they try to stick to the plan, two weeks may not be nearly enough—and who knows what will happen when Charlotte’s honeymoon is over . . .

A wealthy wanted man attempts to keep a low profile-but an old case may be stirring up new crimes in this British police thriller. After years of exile in St. Lucia, tycoon Kevan de Vries has come back to England's East Midlands and is hiding out at Sausage Hall. His return is driven by an obsessive desire to find out who his father was-despite the risk that the police may come by seeking answers about the disappearance of Tony Sentance, former De Vries Industries employee and leader of a child trafficking gang. DI Tim Yates and DS Juliet Armstrong are still in the dark about the wealthy fugitive in their midst-but before long, the police are looking into a vanished woman's possible murder, a Traveller child who may be at risk, and the lingering mysteries surrounding a trafficking ring that could still be operating under their noses . . .Previously published as De Vries

A young woman starts having doubts about her dream man in this unsettling thriller from the bestselling author of Girl in Bed Three. Nineteen-year-old Ellen is thrilled to have Jack Bryant as a best friend and roommate. She would be even happier to have him as a boyfriend. Ellen doesn’t just love Jack, she loves his entire family—so perfect, so wealthy, so envied by the neighbours. Then, one terrible Saturday morning, Ellen and Jack visit his family home—and find six hanging bodies. Little by little, Ellen learns that beneath the family’s glossy façade was a seething cauldron of abuse, dysfunction, and toxicity that she couldn’t have imagined. But the more Jack reveals about why he had to leave the house and its dark secrets, the more Ellen wonders: Did he narrowly escape tragedy—or does he know much more about the carnage than he’s admitting?

“Brilliant . . . made me laugh out loud . . . I loved it.” —Amazon reviewer, five starsA rollicking tale of a bride, a groom, and two out-of-control Mumzillas from an author with “a brilliant writing style” (Donna’s Book Blog). Tessa and Leo want to celebrate their love and commitment with a small, intimate wedding. But not everyone agrees. Tess’s mum, Patricia, inspired by a recent celebrity wedding extravaganza, is doing everything from secretly tripling the guest list to pressuring Tess to wear her hand-me-down Princess Diana replica dress. To get a much-needed break from Patricia’s antics, the couple takes a trip to Ireland to visit Leo’s family. Soon, Leo’s mother, Grace, is going behind their backs to book a church wedding—and giving Tess her old wedding gown. With two wedding dresses, two venues booked, and two mothers trying to mark their territory, the couple looking forward to a lifetime of togetherness are starting to wonder if they’ll make it through the big day . . .Praise for Suzie Tullett “Fabulously fun.” —By the Letter Book Reviews “Will make you laugh out loud and warm your heart.” —Books of All Kinds

Annie's mother, Eve, died in childbirth thirty-five years ago. Despite this profound loss, Annie's made it to adulthood just fine. She enjoys being an estate agent, she loves her partner, Gabe--and now, after two years of trying, she's finally expecting a baby. But as her pregnancy progresses, Annie grows anxious about what happened to her mother, wanting to ensure history doesn't repeat itself. Her quest for more information, though, leads only to frustration. The medical records no longer exist, her mother's family are estranged, and even her father can't fill in the blanks. Then Annie comes across three long-hidden photographs. But these clues to the past raise more questions than answers--and make Annie wonder what's real and what isn't.

“This one deserves a thousand stars . . . THE BEST BOOK I’VE READ . . . blown me away . . . Amazing!!” —Amazon reviewer, five starsA police detective follows a trail of gruesome murders through London—while someone else follows him—in this dark thriller by the author of The Demons Beneath. Two victims. Brutally murdered in their own home. Body parts taken. DI Daniel Graves faces his toughest challenge yet when he is given a murder case with no motive and no suspect. Then the next victims are discovered. Again, in their own home. More body parts taken. Someone is breaking into houses across the city at night, leaving horror in their wake. It seems to Graves this could be two serial killers, working together. But how are they choosing their victims? Is any house in London a target? Is anyone safe? Meanwhile, a journalist’s obsessive pursuit of the story to further her career threatens to do more harm than good—and someone is targeting Graves personally, seeking revenge . . .Praise for the DI Graves series “Panic inducing moments.” —Scream magazine  “[Jackson-Smart] lures readers in and holds them.” —Online Book Club