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A British Consul discovers the darker side of a sunny island paradise while investigating murder and a missing child in this debut thriller.When a young man arrives at the British Consulate in Majorca wanting to see the Consul, Elaine Martin, he tells her that a British girl has been murdered in the party town of Magaluf and that local police are trying to frame him.The murder reminds Elaine of a violent assault that happened four years earlier, when a woman and her lover were attacked. Curious about the case Elaine offers to help investigate.Meanwhile, Elaine is also tasked with finding a twelve-year-old British child who has disappeared.When CCTV of the murdered girl shows her being led away from a nightclub, a man is charged with killing her. But when Elaine finds the missing child, it throws open the case, and Elaine soon discovers how quickly paradise can become a nightmare . . . British Girl Found Dead will appeal to fans of books like The Serial Killer's Wife by Alice Hunter and Playing Nice by JP Delaney.

"e;A brilliant, rollercoaster ride of a novel which proves that appearances can be deceiving, and instincts are there to be trusted."e; -The Writing GarnetHe's Watching. He's Waiting. She's next.When Sophie is told to organize care for elderly Ivy, she is unaware that by meeting Max, Ivy's grandson, her life will be turned upside down. As Sophie's involvement with Max and Ivy increases she becomes more distracted by her own problems. Because Sophie is certain she is being watched.For a while, Ivy relishes Sophie's attention but soon grows concerned about the budding relationship between Sophie and Max. Torn between the two women in his life, Max cuts ties with the care agency, leaving Sophie hurt and confused.Meanwhile, there is a murderer killing women in the area. Is there a link between Sophie's stalker and the killings?"e;Chilling in all the right places!! . . . a brilliant story that was full of suspense."e; -Donna's Book Blog

A new drug will give you your best-and last-high in this "e;amazing follow up to Enter the Dark . . . Fast-paced, gruesome and very dark"e; (The Book Magnet).In a derelict squat, the Smart Man watches as the new narcotic developed by his shadowy organisation wreaks havoc on its unsuspecting victims. The drug is now ready for sale on their exclusive darknet marketplace.Meanwhile, former detective Pete Harris had started a new life away from the Cyber Crimes Unit with his daughter and begins to rekindle his relationship with a former colleague. Unknown to Pete, the retired head of the unit has sought out crime boss Curtis Slater and offered him information-for a price.With his life seemingly complete, Pete's world comes crashing down as he is drawn into Slater's game with fatal consequences. He must join forces with his old enemies in a race against time. But can Pete save his loved ones from the clutches of Slater, the Smart Man . . . and a sinister ringmaster?"e;An action-packed story! Interesting plot threads cleverly woven together, with plenty to keep the reader turning the pages."e; -Bibliophile Book Club

When a cognitive psychologist loses three patients to suicide, she finds herself confronting a dangerous conspiracy in this psychological thriller.One of England's top specialists in post-traumatic stress, Dr Samantha Willerby has never seen anything like this before. After a fire on the London Underground, three survivors seek her help. All three are clearly traumatized-but their stories don't match the facts. Are they 'faking it'?Sam's confusion turns to horror when, one by one, each of them is driven to suicide. Then the mystery strikes close to home when her partner, Conrad, begins to suffer the same terrifying flashbacks. As Sam works to uncover the cause, she finds herself unraveling a mysterious and chilling conspiracy . . .

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?

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

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

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.

Australia's Sunshine Coast takes a dark turn for a woman whose husband may be linked to a serial killer in this tense psychological thriller.Carrie and Steve Atwell have been happily married for fifteen years. But Carrie's idyllic life is about to be turned upside down when she finds a single earring in Steve's car. At first, she suspects the man she loves is having an affair, but the truth may be far more sinister.For the past few months, the young female victims of a brutal killer have been washing up on beaches across the Sunshine Coast region. When a chilling discovery links Steve to the most recent murder victim, Carrie is catapulted into a living nightmare. Is her husband capable of these horrendous crimes? And if he is, is she capable of bringing him to justice?

A collection of forty crime and thriller short stories, with all profits from the sale of this book to be donated to Hospice UK and Sophie's Appeal.Do you think you know darkness? Think again. Bloodhound Books presents Dark Minds-a collection of stories by authors who have come together to produce an anthology that will lure, tantalise and shock its readers. What took place "e;By the Water?"e; What goes on behind "e;A Stranger's Eyes?"e; And what is so special about "e;Slow Roast Pork?"e; From master authors such as Lisa Hall, Steven Dunne, Louise Jensen and Anita Waller, readers can expect a one hell of a ride . . . All profits from the sale of this book will be donated to Hospice UK and Sophie's Appeal. Dark Minds is a collection of forty crime and thriller short stories from authors including; Louise Jensen, L.J. Ross, Lisa Hall, Steven Dunne, Betsy Reavley, Alex Walters and Anita Waller, plus many more. For the complete table of contents, look inside.

The man she trusted has been keeping a secret... A novel of psychological suspense spanning from England to coastal France by the author of Blame. Rowan's days of being the other woman and waiting patiently for Alex are almost over. He's left his wife, and Rowan is finally within touching distance of her happy ever after. When Alex is involved in a terrible accident, she rushes to him, fearing the worst.But as facts begin to emerge that cast doubt on the accident and the true nature of Alex's first marriage, Rowan is left devastated. And little does she know that a bigger shock is yet to come. Members of the criminal underworld are conspiring, and Rowan's family is in grave danger... The Other Woman will take you on an emotional and turbulent voyage from the French seaside town of Boulogne-sur-Mer to the metropolis of Manchester, England, through the murky depths of a marriage that is steeped in secrets, riddled with lies, and laced with danger.

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 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.

One cheating man. Four angry women. One crime of passion. "e;A gripping and very entertaining"e; thriller from the bestselling author of The Perfect Life (Once Upon a Time Book Review).Successful Misty is happy living with her perfect boyfriend until he tells her he is leaving.Elegant Gwen is excited about the new man in her life until she discovers he's been lying to her.Angry Babs has the love of her life lured away, first by Misty then by Gwen, and she wants revenge.Long-suffering Dee is a wife who takes her wandering husband back every single time.When the lives of these four women collide, the results are deadly.One thing is for certain, the consequences of lying will be murder . . .

An Irish police detective must juggle multiple murder cases when macabre clues start appearing . . .Detective Garda Sergeant Mike West just wants to take a break and settle down with his fiancee. But now two new cases have come in: A hit and run in which the victim's family is acting suspiciously, and a missing woman found dead with the post-mortem suggesting foul play.It only gets worse when human body parts start turning up. Everybody avoids using the words serial killer-but West fears that if he can't make some progress, someone else is bound to die . . .

A young woman's idyllic life comes apart when her past comes back to haunt her in this psychological thriller by the author of the Dublin Murder Mysteries.After working as a hospital nurse in Dubai and London, Jodie settles down in Kent. With her job at a quiet nursing home and her loving new relationship, it seems that she's finally put her troubled past behind her. But someone from her childhood has been following her for years. And he's decided it's time to makes his presence felt . . . When Jodie receives a distressing call from her manager, her life takes an unexpected turn. Suddenly she's suspended and under investigation. Then her past comes thundering back with a strange parcel tied to her front door. As everything begins to crumble around her, she wonders who she can trust.

A bizarre murder in the suburbs of Dublin leads a Garda Siochana detective into a perplexing investigation in this gritty crime novel.When Detective Garda Sergeant Mike West and his partner answer an emergency call from St. Monica's church, they discover a dead body suspended from the beams in front of the altar. The victim is identified as Ian Moore, a man recently released from prison after serving time for rape. Revenge seems like the obvious motive for Moore's murder, but as the list of suspects grows, West begins to wonder if there's something deeper going on. Perhaps the killer believes this is God's work. With pressure from both the church and his boss to get the case solved quickly, West and his team have their work cut out for them.

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 . . .

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 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

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

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 woman is caught in a web of deceit when her ex is convicted of rape in this British psychological thriller based on true events. When Billie receives a desperate letter from the man she loves, she returns home to Manchester, determined to help him. Convicted of a crime he swears he didn't commit, Stan is trying to make his case from prison. Meanwhile, his accuser, Kelly, is struggling to cope after an ordeal that has left her traumatized and isolated. A private detective is looking for vital evidence that would set Stan freeand Billie is enlisted to help. Then her faith in Stan begins to waver when she hears Kelly's version of events. There may be two sides to every story, but there's only one truth. Unfortunately for Billie, the deeper she digs, the more lies are unearthed.

';A compelling exploration of the human psyche... stands out as an excellent piece of psychological fiction' from the bestselling author of #MeToo (Book Rant Reviews).What if the past came knocking? Frankie is running away from her past and the repercussions of a night that changed her life forever. Hoping for a fresh start she unexpectedly falls in love. Unbeknown to Frankie, the wheels of fate are set in motion when Herbert Dunne, a convicted murderer, is released from prison. When he moves in with Margaret, a woman he has formed an unlikely relationship with, their dark sides gradually emerge allowing their inner demons to blossom. News of Herbert's release once again rocks the small village of Elkdale, as the locals remember the young woman he murdered. But what is Herbert hoping to achieve by stirring up the past? And who is behind the new spate of murders? One thing is clearsomeone is out for revenge. Someone who thinks Frankie and her friends are to blame...';With settings I could get lost in, characters that inspired even my dark little heart and the thrill of bad meeting bad, I thoroughly recommend this.' Melanie's Reads

When you can't prove it's murder, how do you get justice? A British police detective investigates a series of grisly deaths staged to look like suicide . . . DI Kate Fletcher is called to a gory crime scene just outside Doncaster. Julia Sullivan-a prominent right-wing local politician-has been murdered in her bath, her wrists and throat slashed with a shard of mirror. Despite the presence of a note, the death is clearly not suicide.Then a second fake suicide is discovered near the village of Turton. At the scene, Kate is struck by the similarity of the note to the one at the Sullivan scene. And when a third murder is uncovered, Kate realises she's up against a vicious killer whose motive may well be buried in the past . . . This suspenseful mystery full of twists and turns in the bestselling DI Kate Fletcher series comes from the acclaimed author of such psychological thrillers as Don't Breathe, Forgotten, and Fracture.

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.

A London police detective thoroughly dislikes her new partner-but with a vicious killer on the loose, they must unite against a common enemy . . .Recently promoted to Detective Sergeant, Nasreen Maqsood is given the case of a brutalised body found dead in a car park. When they discover the victim was dragged around the car park by a pickup truck and the killer recorded the murder, Nasreen realises she has her work cut out.She also has a new partner, tough but troubled military veteran Alicia Weekes, and the two detectives don't get on. When the victim is identified, the case takes an interesting turn-but when a second murder takes place, it sends them down a different track. Nasreen and Weekes must find a way to put their differences aside-and work together to stop a vicious killer with a sinister agenda . . .

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.

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...

"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