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For Mavis Upton, there's a fine (blue) line between being a parent and a police officer in this sequel to Handcuffs, Truncheon and a Polyester Thong. Our hapless heroine Constable Mavis Upton is preparing to step down the aisle with her fiance Joe, but has to deal with her temperamental teen daughter, as well as investigate a serial flasher on a push bike. Throw a diva drag queen into the mix and readers can expect the usual hilarious Mavis mishaps that made the first book such a hit. Revel in Gina Kirkham's humorous, poignant and moving stories of an everyday woman who one day followed a dream. Series praise ';Laugh out loud brilliance, so witty and cleverly written.' Samantha Magson ';Hilarious! It's true, everyone needs Mavis in their life.' Sherrie Hewson ';Such a terrific read!' Lorraine Kelly

A gruesome killing spree resurrects the past and makes the present all the more dangerous for someone close to DI Alec McKay in this explosive thriller.In the depths of a cold Scottish winter, an unidentified body is found in the heart of a solstice bonfire, apparently burned alive. Over a tense Christmas, a retired businessman goes missing, his body eventually found hanging from a tree in the coastal town. Another associate is found brutally murdered in his remote Highland home.DCI Helena Grant wants to spend a romantic Christmas with her new partner, the crime writer Bill Emsworth. In her absence, DI Alec McKay and his team struggle to investigate the killings, their work hampered by staff shortages and hostile weather. As he tries to connect the murders, McKay discovers that the victims have links to a notorious investigation, the subject of a 'true crime' expose written by Emsworth.When another local businessman disappears, McKay fears that Emsworth, and even Helena herself, maybe in danger.It seems the real answers lie deep in Grant's own past, and, with the killer closing in, her future becomes increasingly perilous . . .

A mysterious inheritance draws an ex-SAS captain into danger in this action-packed crime thriller by the author of Unleashed.A mysterious legacy. A man on a mission. A mission that might be his last.When lawyer Adam Black learns he is the sole beneficiary of a stranger's will, he begins to ask questions. Why would a man Black has never met or heard of leave him everything he owns? And as Black looks deeper, he discovers that the legacy is shrouded in mystery.To uncover the truth, Black will travel a violent and treacherous path that leads to devastating consequences.This is Adam Black's biggest challenge yet. And, to endure it, he must once again resort to the skill he is an expert in; killing for survival.But will Black make it back in one piece or will it result in his undoing?Violation is the perfect read for fans of authors like Mark Dawson, James Deegan, and Rob Sinclair. It can be read as the second part in the Adam Black Series or as an unmissable stand-alone.

A mass shooting and police brutality shake a small town to its coreand uncover its darkest secretsin a timely debut thriller from a stunning new voice. When the town of Stanford, Missouri, falls victim to a school shooting, it sets in motion a chain of events that no one could predict. After two masked men murder 28 people, only to escape unseen, it hangs over the town like a cloud, which adds to the tension after an unarmed African American teenager, Noah, was shot and killed by police. Meanwhile, teacher Connor Sullivan is dealing with the aftermath of the school shooting, having been hailed a hero. But Connor doesn't feel like a hero. And Connor is haunted by more than just the shooting. As the police search for the perpetrators, they wonder if the murders are linked to Noah's death. With tensions rising in a town torn apart by tragedy, will it ever be possible to get justice when it's not clear who the victims really are?

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.

The internationally bestselling author of Blood Red delivers "e;a masterfully written, first class mystery thriller with a jaw dropping twist"e; (Once Upon a Time Book Reviews).Will this killer ever run out of luck? When DI Erica Cheetham and DS Beth Machin are called to investigate the murder of a young woman, whose naked body is discovered in a river, they realise an old foe is killing again.The police realise this new death is linked to a spate of cold case murders and the killer is back.Five years earlier, four young women were found murdered, their bodies left in woody areas, and the new victim shares similar hallmarks.But why did the killer stop killing for all that time and what has inspired them to start again?As more young women fall victim to a vicious and calculating murderer, Erica and Beth find themselves chasing their tails.But when a witness is identified the case takes an unexpected and macabre turn.Can Erica and Beth bring the killer to justice, or will this case prove too much?"e;Quite a whirlwind of murder . . . Smartly plotted and-as always-so cleverly written, this is a gripping whodunnit."e; -Grace J Reviewerlady

A modern-day matchmaker's happily-ever-after bubble is about to burst in the second novel in this charming series of love and all its misadventures. Sophie Johnson appears to be living the perfect life. She has landed her dream job as managing director of The Jane Austen Dating Agency and is dating the world's most desirable man, Darcy Drummond. But all is not as it seems. The relationship with Darcy is failing to live up to expectations and his awful mother is determined to cause trouble. To add to Sophie's problems, the agency is struggling to attract enough eligible men, she has a Regency wedding to plan, and then there's the amusing and disturbingly cute Henry Baxter who is making it hard for her to concentrate. The problem is Sophie wants it all, but in trying to manage everything, she's in danger of losing what matters most. Can she keep the dating agency afloat and find her own happy ever after? Or is business and romance an impossible combination? Praise for The Jane Austen Dating Agency ';There were some wonderful surprises... Those, particularly Janeites, who enjoy light women's fiction blended with romantic comedy would be the target group for this one.' Austenprose ';The Jane Austen Dating Agency may resemble the stories of both Pride and Prejudice and Sense and Sensibility at times but Fiona Woodifield has done a remarkable job of twisting these well-known plots into a very modern love story all of her own.' Travelling Book Junkie

The wounds you can't see take the longest to heal in this modern gothic thriller from the bestselling author of Girl A and Damaged. In an isolated cottage on the banks of a Scottish loch, a reclusive couple take on a new live-in carer. As Lucy gets to know her employers, she realizes the house and the people in it aren't what they seem. Is the house haunted or is something far more sinister living within the walls? As secrets and lies begin to unravel, Lucy starts to question what is real. But one thing seems certain, if scars cannot heal, people will never forgive... Praise for Girl A ';A psychological thriller with a chill factor off the charts!... a real nail-biter.' The Eclectic Review ';Girl A has everything I look for in a book: dark psychological thriller, great storyline, and an unpredictable plot. I'm not exaggerating when I say I couldn't put it down. This book is so well-written, with a plot that unravels bit by bit, just at the right times.' Joyful Antidotes ';The story flicks from present to past as it unfolds slowly and almost stalker-like... compelling, gritty, dark and twisted.' Sharon Beyond the Books ';Superbly written... Reading Girl A waslike being on a scary and unpredictable rollercoaster ride with several shocks and surprises along the way.' gingerbookgeek ';Fantastic!... what brilliant writing... A book full of suspense, thrills and drama.' The Comfy Chair Book Reviews

A funny, thoughtful novel about friendship, romance, laughter, and shoppingwith some drunken karaoke thrown inby the author of Lily's Little Flower Shop.Will she get more than a tan? On an all-expenses-paid holiday, Claudia Taylor jets off to glorious Santorini with her two best friends, Tara and Sophie. But when her simple task of handing over a flash drive becomes complicated, and the handsome Jack tries to romance her, Claudia's holiday becomes less relaxing than she'd hoped. Sophie, a former high-flying lawyer turned mother of one, is no longer sure what the future holds. Tara is toying with the idea of leaving her less-than-satisfying job to realize a long-held ambition to be a writer. After taking stock of their lives will they all find what they are looking for? One thing is for sure, life will never be the same for Claudia and her friends after their much-needed holiday in paradise.

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 expectant mom juggles her new man, new mummy friends, and mysterious packages in this charming romantic comedy. Sophie Drew has been dealt the mother of all surprises—she’s having a baby! Socializing with other mummies-to-be tempts Sophie into setting up a wish list at a local baby boutique. Although most of the items are unnecessary luxuries, she still finds herself lusting after designer changing bags and hi-tech prams. When some of the most expensive items from her list start arriving, Sophie thinks her boyfriend Max has been splurging but when he denies it, Sophie is surprised. Sophie is determined to find out who is sending the gifts and why. Will she find the answer she is looking for and can Sophie finally have everything she ever hoped for? A heart-warming look at life, When’s It Due, Sophie Drew? explores the emotional aspects of trying to conceive and being pregnant with sensitivity and humor.When’s It Due, Sophie Drew? is the perfect read for fans of books like Bridget Jones’s Diary as well as for readers of authors like Sue Roberts, Marian Keyes and Sarah Morgan. It can be read as part of the Sophie Drew series or enjoyed as a brilliant stand-alone read.

Amelia Adams's life is going nowhere. But when she inherits a Scottish mansion, she becomes the star of her own whodunit in this charming debut mystery. Mystery fiction fanatic Amelia Adams is stunned when she inherits a dilapidated mansion, complete with secret passages, hidden compartments and its very own legend. Helped by her brother, her best friend, and a documentary makerwho is determined to turn Amelia's new life into a hit TV showAmelia throws herself into renovating the house and unravelling old secrets. When an unknown saboteur starts ruining her plans, Amelia doesn't know who to trust. Everyone around her is acting strangely and soon Amelia finds herself in the center of her very own murder mystery...

"e;Traces the intergenerational legacies of the Spanish civil war through two groups of families . . . an enthralling novel with real historical heft."e; -Judith Keene, author of Treason on the AirwavesWhen Rose, a young English nurse with humanitarian ideals, decides to volunteer in the Spanish Civil War, she is little prepared for the experiences that await her.Working on the front line and witness to the horrors of war, she falls in love with a Republican fighter. As defeat becomes inevitable, Rose is faced with a decision that will change her life and leave her with lasting scars.Meanwhile we meet Consuelo, a girl growing up in a staunchly Catholic family on the other side of the ideological divide. When she discovers that she was adopted, her attempts to learn more about her origins come to a dead end.But years later Consuelo's daughter, Marisol, growing up in a rapidly changing Spain, decides to investigate the dark secrets of her family and find the answers that have until now eluded her mother . . .What links Rose and Consuelo? Will Marisol uncover the truth?Sometimes the truth lies in the darkest places."e;A wonderful book. It is so evocative of 1930s Britain and the generation for whom Spain was a huge issue . . . I really enjoyed reading it, with so many of the characters so brilliantly realised."e; -Jeremy Corbyn, former leader of the Labour Party"e;The big themes of history are brought alive through the stories of a diverse cast of characters."e; -John Simmons, author of Spanish Crossing

An ex-SAS captain must investigate the connection between a serial killer, a Hollywood actor, and mysterious book in this action-packed crime thriller.When a stranger gives Adam Black a book, telling him the book holds the key to the mystery surrounding his wife's murder, Black dismisses the event as nothing more than the ramblings of a mad man.Then Black is called to a meeting with a Hollywood movie star, Victor Cromwell, who is shooting a new film in Glasgow. Cromwell makes a very strange request that will throw Black's life into turmoil.Meanwhile a killer, who was dormant for twenty years, has returned and is murdering young women in the most gruesome way. As Black investigates, he starts to suspect the three events are linked and sets out to uncover the truth. But the truth often lies in the darkest places . . . Fury is the perfect read for fans of authors like Mark Dawson, James Deegan, and Rob Sinclair. It can be read with the Adam Black Series or as an unmissable stand-alone.

Lichfield 1723.A woman accused of witchcraft and murder faces the hangman's noose unless Hester and the Lunar Society can save her. Hester, the wife of an acting magistrate, is fighting a cause. Sickened by the hanging of a woman who had been brutalised by her husband, and still deeply affected by her own childhood experiences, Hester feels compelled to help women who face the death penalty. When Hester's husband is summoned to the scene of a murder, Hester accompanies him. They discover that the victim, Lady Aston, is clutching a witch's bottle. Lord Aston is convinced that Gwen Foley, a woman in the village, has murdered his wife.Gwen is branded as a witch and is dragged from her cottage to gaol to await trial. But Hester believes Gwen is innocent and promises to help.Is Gwen a witch and a murderer who deserves to hang?With the help of the Lunar Society, Hester is about to find out.

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.

A Belfast policeman untangles crimes dating back to the time of the Troubles-in an investigation that could undermine a fragile peace . . .In Belfast, Northern Ireland, the fragile peace process is still haunted by the crimes of the past. When Detective Inspector Dan Watson enters an interview room, he is astonished to see the familiar face of Eban Barnard, the younger brother of his late partner and mentor Detective Superintendent Alex, who was brutally assassinated by the Provisional IRA twenty years earlier. What Dan learns in that room defies credulity and threatens to open a Pandora's box of secrets that will unhinge the lives of all those involved-and endanger the very peace process itself.Based on actual events and set against the backdrop of a society's hunger for redemptive catharsis, White Church, Black Mountain is a tightly constructed, fast-paced novel of murder, politics, and a traumatic childhood secret that explores themes of prejudice, corruption, retribution, and abiding grace.Praise for Thomas Paul Burgess's Through Hollow Lands:"e;An inventive, extravagant, high-energy thrill ride of a book."e; -Irish Times

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.

When a mother decides to rejoin the workforce, the perfect job becomes a terrifying trap in this psychological thriller of secrets, deceit, and paranoia.With her young son starting primary school, Grace decides to head back to work. And the perfect job lands right in her lap-part time with great pay. At first, Grace doesn't mind the job's little quirks. But there's something odd about the way her coworkers treat her-and she can't shake the feeling that she's being followed.As the strange events escalate, Grace begins to wonder if she's going mad. It's not long before her dream job becomes a living nightmare-one that catapults Grace back to a childhood tragedy; the day her little sister was killed in a hit-and-run.

Digging up the past can be deadly in this ';ingeniously plotted, twisty and enthralling' thriller from the CWA Debut Daggerwinning author ofCold Echo(Mystery People). A homemade bomb exploded mid-air, killing 214 people on board. Thirteen people survived... Sixteen years later one of the survivors is found brutally murdered. It looks like a crime of passion, but DC Lucy Davies knows something is wrong. They were trying to find the bombers. Lucy's search for the killer brings her into conflict with her long-lost fatherwho has his own secrets. Dangerous secrets that Lucy must expose so she can confront a vicious murderer with only one thing on their mind: Keep on killing to stop the truth from being revealed.The perfect read for fans of authors like Sibel Hodge, Caroline Mitchell, and Tim Weaver. Praise for the novels of CJ Carver: ';Tell Me a Lieis a fast and ingenious thriller. I'm full of admiration.' Isabelle Grey, bestselling author ofWrong Way Home ';A fabulously disturbing read! Carver really is a must read writer... Totally recommend.' Northern Crime

Can you be free if you can't go outside? Permanent lockdown becomes a crime scene in this clever near-future thriller from the author of Rabbit Hole . . . The year is 2024, and the residents of the Tower, a virus-proof apartment building, live in a state of permanent lockdown. The building is controlled by James, who keeps the residents safe but incarcerated. Behind bricked-up front doors, their every need is serviced; they are pampered but remain prisoners. This suits Eugene just fine. Ravaged by the traumas of his past, the agoraphobic ex-detective has no intention of ever setting foot outside again.But when he finds the Tower's building manager brutally dismembered, his investigator's instincts won't allow him to ignore the vicious crime. What Eugene finds beyond the comfort of his apartment's walls will turn his sheltered existence upside down. To unravel the Tower's mysteries, he must confront James. And James takes his role as the Warden very, very seriously.

In this gritty crime thriller, a disturbing double murder in Upstate New York leads a detective through a maze of secrets, lies, and buried trauma.When a young mother and her son are found dead on a church altar, investigator Valentina Knight is called to the scene. What Val finds is shocking. The mother, Gabrielle, is dressed in a white satin gown, with tree branches duct-taped to her hands, and a piece of tape across her lips. And what happened to the boy is unspeakable.Initially, the evidence suggests a murder-suicide, but Val isn't convinced. As she digs further into Gabrielle's life, it becomes clear that she was trying to hide from her past. Soon Val realizes that everything comes down to one disturbing question: What really happened on the day Gabrielle's twin siblings drowned in the family pool?

A girl struggles to survive in a dystopian world destroyed by war, where food is scarce, the government rules, and ordinary people only exist to serve.As a child, living in a post-apocalyptic world, the only person Rachel can rely on is her mother. But when her mother is killed, Rachel is initiated into The Programme, where selected young girls are medicated to make them fertile.Fearing for her future, Rachel escapes. But freedom comes at a price and Rachel must navigate through a terrifying landscape of persecution to survive.What is on the other side of the city wall? Will the repressive government hunt her down? One thing is certain. Rachel's world will never be the same again . . . Rachel's Story is the perfect read for fans of women's fiction and dystopian novels, such as Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale.

A police inspector is drawn outside of his jurisdiction into the puzzling cold case of a missing girl, in this crime thriller by the author of Dead Cold.When DCI Liam Bennet receives an unexpected message from Lorraine, his ex-partner, he hopes that she wants to reconnect with Joe, their ten-year-old son. But all she wants is his help. She's part of a small film crew investigating a cold case in her home village of Lampton and she wants Bennet to access police files. He wants no part of it. But when Joe learns his mother has been back in touch, he orders his father to find her.Bennet takes time off work for what he thinks will be a quick trip to a tiny Peak District village. He's got no idea that he's about to be drawn into an obsessive hunt. In Lampton, the locals think he's investigating the missing girl cold case and want him gone. It looks like the film crew also hit the same wall of silence. But why is there no evidence they ever left the village? Did something happen to the film crew? Is it connected to a missing young girl? And just how many of the locals know more than they're saying? When a grim discovery is made in a local lake, Bennet finds himself in a race against time. It's not his case, not his jurisdiction, but he's determined to uncover the truth . . . Cold Blood is the perfect read for fans of authors like K.L. Slater, Robert Bryndza and Angela Marsons.

Can you always trust the evidence? "e;Bendelow proves her experience as a SOCO makes for a brilliant novel . . . stunning."e; -Lynda La Plante, Edgar Award-winning author of Prime SuspectMaya Barton has just embarked on her dream job as a scene of crime officer, and she's already facing a tough challenge. When she attends her first death, the post-mortem deems it to be non-suspicious and the case is closed. But despite the lack of evidence, she suspects a crime has been committed.Meanwhile, the police focus on a mission to bring a criminal gang to justice. When Maya is called to another apparent sudden death her reservations resurface. She's convinced a killer is on the loose-a killer who has evaded suspicion until now-but Maya's series of mistakes alienate those around her. As she and her colleagues are drawn further into their investigations, they end up putting themselves in grave danger. Can Maya catch a killer and escape from her troubled past, or will the skeletons in her closet come back to haunt her? Who can Maya really trust-and who will make it out alive?

';Lighthearted but with pleasing depth, told with warmth and humor... a bloomin' good story' from the author of My Big Greek Holiday (Book'd Out).Can life ever be a bed of roses? When Lily misses out on a well-deserved promotion the day her boyfriend is offered a job overseas, she faces a choice: should she embrace an expat life, or follow her childhood dream and become a florist? Deciding to follow her heart, she moves to the coast to start over. But fitting into the tight-knit community proves harder than she expected. As she navigates new friendships, financial worries, and the pull of returning to her city life, she learns how flowers can bring her the happiness she's been looking for. And when romance appears on the horizon, Lily realizes she can't commit until she reconciles her mistakes.Can she overcome her past and learn the true meaning of love? Discover the perfect feel-good read for all seasons.

How would you cope if your husband disappeared?Kate and Pete have been the perfect couple ever since they were teenagers. Fifteen years later they have two young daughters, live in a beautiful London townhouse and seem like they have it all. But one day, Pete leaves for work and never comes home.In a note Kate discovers, he confesses that he's been unhappy for a long time and that he's met someone else.Distraught, Kate later learns that he has left everything, including his mobile phone, behind and sets out to learn the truth about her husband's disappearance.But is she prepared for what she will learn?When nothing is as it seems, who can you trust?