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From behind the curtains, Sarah spotted the man coming out of the house, followed by the woman. It would be strange seeing people in the property. She wondered how much it would change their lives. For now, she would bide her time and hopefully get to know them better. She needed to gain their trust. When I met Richard, I fell for him instantly. He was able to give me everything I had always wanted: the dream house, security and above all, love like I'd never known. We lived a quiet life in the middle of nowhere; we didn't need anyone else. So, when the empty house next door is sold, I am wary. Will our neighbours invade the perfect life Richard has built for us? As soon as I meet Juliette and Danny, I am reassured. Overwhelmed by grief after the death of their young daughter, they have moved in search of a quiet life and a chance to start again. Over dinner one evening, we hit it off instantly and I know they are just the neighbours we need. All is well until Juliette spots a young girl in our garden. Richard convinces her that she is seeing things, that it's the grief taking over. But Juliette won't let it go. She is sure she saw a child. She believes that Richard is threatening her. She starts to think that I'm not safe. I need to convince Juliette that she's imagining it. I need to keep Richard happy. If I am to protect everything I have built for myself, she must never find out the truth. That my perfect life is built on the deadliest lie. A heart-stopping psychological thriller with a truly brilliant twist, perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, T.M. Logan and K.L. Slater.Readers love The Life She Wants: 'Woah.... blown away by this one...This one left me guessing until the very end, and I loved it. The twists and turns were shocking yet realistic... I felt my own heart racing... Couldn't read this one fast enough.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Kept me up well past my bedtime, I could not put it down. So many thrilling twists and turns... Just could not put it down... highly recommend. Phenomenal... I was blown away by this book!' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'May possibly be my favourite of Mel Sherratt's books so far!... I was totally immersed after the very first chapter... This truly is one hell of a ride. Oh, and Mel, you owe me a night's sleep, as I couldn't stop reading until I'd finished!!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A totally gripping read that had me reading obsessively until it was finished. I couldn't put it down it was so twisty and unpredictable. I loved it.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Oh my gosh. What a fabulous book. This had my heart racing.' StefLoz Book Blog, ¿¿¿¿¿

"You get us what we want. Or your wife dies. And we will make it hurt." Jerome Prentice is a good guy. Loyal to a fault, he always stays on the right side of the law.But everything changes the night he is awoken by the sound of masked kidnappers entering his home. Holding him at gunpoint, they drag his beloved wife Alicia out of the house with a promise to kill her if he goes to the police. Their demand: betray the company he's worked for his entire adult life.They think he'll do anything to save his wife. But they don't know that they're messing with the wrong man. Because Jerome might be a good guy. But betrayal doesn't come easily to him. And he's not a man who will go down without a fight.What's more, he will hunt the people who've taken Alicia to the ends of the earth. And if they've hurt even one hair on her head, he's going to make them pay...This utterly page-turning, jaw-dropping thriller is perfect for fans of Lee Child, David Baldacci and Mark Dawson.Readers love John Ryder:"Wow, wow, wow. This is by far the best book this author has written, I was on the edge of my seat wondering what the hell was going to happen next. Fast paced, gritty, twists and turns, it's got the lot. I thought I had ants in my pants when I was reading this because I couldn't sit still. Amazing." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"Outstanding... Grips you from the start to the end... A fantastic book... Move over Jack Reacher." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Oh my gosh one hell of a ride. It's breathtaking and fast moving... Truly grips you right from the first page... One of the best thrillers I've read... if you like 24 and Taken, then you're going to love this one... Rollercoaster edge of your seat action." NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"Electrifying... Time to strap in again as this action packed, adrenaline fuelled thrill ride will keep you totally engrossed and well and truly hooked till the very last page... An absolute belter of a read... LOVED IT!!!" NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"I was giddy with excitement... WooOoo HooOoo! I wanted to jump up, stop everyone around me and tell them what a great book I'd just read... Tense and compelling... It put me on the edge of my seat and had me reading well past bedtime.... Readers will love the adrenaline rush." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"Fasten your seat belts and hold on tight... Grabs you and pulls you full throttle into this pulse-pounding, gripping and exciting thriller." NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

You can never truly know what goes on behind closed doors... My darling son, Sam, is marrying his childhood sweetheart and I couldn't be prouder of the man he's grown into. Walking out on his abusive father all those years ago was the best thing I ever did. And today he stands, tall and handsome, saying 'I do' to my dream daughter-in-law. If I hadn't pushed them together all those years ago, he might never have found a girl as perfect as Lauren. It's true what they say, mother always knows best. But weeks later, Lauren is dead and police cars fill the driveway of their idyllic countryside home. As they question Sam, I sense he's hiding something. Why won't he look me in the eye? And who does he rush off to meet as soon as the police are gone? Desperate, I do what every good mother would do: I let myself into Sam and Lauren's bedroom. What I see, I will never be able to forget. My son's beautiful new wife was hiding a dangerous secret. Can I clear my son's name? And could my life be in danger now too? A completely gripping, utterly twisted thriller that will leave your jaw on the floor. Perfect for fans of Gone Girl, The Wife Between Us and The Woman in the Window. What readers are saying about The New Wife:'I LOVED it!... Had my mind going in a million directions trying to figure out what was going on. The twists and turns almost gave me whiplash!!!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Woooweeeee... My head was spinning... And that ending!!!!... Fantastic.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Wow! What a rollercoaster ride this book was... Totally gripped from the beginning.' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Another WINNER!!' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'An awesomely brilliant story... Had me on the edge until the very last page... Begs to be read in one sitting... Literally left me open mouthed!!!' @RK_reads,¿¿¿¿¿ 'Unputdownable.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Awesome. I did not want to this down!!' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

My husband was not a monster. No matter what they say... The day my husband, Michael, stepped in front of a lorry after being questioned by the police, my world fell apart. He was devoted to me and our six-year-old daughter. But they'd connected him to the disappearance of a young mother from our tiny village. Now I stand at Michael's funeral, clutching my little girl's hand, with tears in my eyes as I insist to all our friends that he died an innocent man. Yet the questions have started, and nothing I say will stop them digging for the truth. But none of them can read the secrets in my heart, or know about the phone I found hidden in his toolbox... I'm determined that my daughter will not remember her father as a monster. I will erase any hint of wrongdoing in this house whatever the cost. Because to keep my daughter safe, the last thing I need is for people to start looking at me... A completely gripping psychological thriller from the author of the number one bestseller The Marriage. If you like Gone Girl, The Girl on The Train and The Wife Between Us then you will love The Widow. What everyone is saying about The Widow: 'The Queen of twists is back. OMG! I can't believe how many twists this book revealed. It's one hell of a roller coaster ride and in parts left me gasping and holding my breath. I LOVED IT, LOVED IT, LOVED IT, LOVED IT, LOVED IT, LOVED IT... I was dying to know how this book would end and what a SHOCKING, BRILLIANT, UNEXPECTED ending it was.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Just wow! Definitely one of my favourite books of the year! I was hooked from page one and the thrills never ceased. Awesome characters and storyline. KL Slater weaves her magic again, ... Huge on the creep factor and shocking twists! Wish I could give this more than a huge five stars.'Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'OMG Kim what a bloody fantastic gripping read... absolutely everything you could want from a thriller.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'She's whipped up another winner in my book... it makes for an exciting adventure I really hated to put down come bedtime (and in the end, I stayed up another half-hour or so just to get it finished)... Loved it!' Books by Monnie, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Another brilliant story that keeps you up to the wee small hours' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'It kept me awake, I needed to finish it. So many twists and turns, just gobsmacked it takes psychological thrillers to another level. Outstanding page-turner of a book.' Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This author never disappoints, and I just loved and devoured this book in one session. It was brilliant and the ending pure genius... It was just so engrossing.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

An unputdownable, feel-good Christmas romance about fresh starts, the importance of family and learning how to follow your heart. Perfect for fans of Mary Alice Monroe, Rachel Hanna and Carolyn Brown.As twinkling lights go up and snowflakes begin to fall, Laurel Hanover and her eight-year-old son are going home to the Cranberry Inn in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains. Laurel can't wait to leave New York behind to help her father run the family business, and make snow angels with her son, even if it's just for Christmas. But when she walks through the door, she's shocked to find the inn in disrepair, and a letter saying her father will be gone until Christmas Eve...No one in town knows where Laurel's father is, and she doesn't know whether to be worried or angry - but she won't let the inn go under, and nothing will get in the way of the perfect Christmas for her son. Seeing the worn-out wooden bannisters, bare of festive lights, she immediately recruits her childhood friend, brooding local carpenter Joel Hutcherson. They might disagree on whether any walls actually need to come down, but each rip in the carpet makes Laurel more concerned for her father, and Joel is a welcome distraction. And when he admits that Laurel was his first crush, she realises she's falling for him.But then Laurel uncovers a card with beautiful, ornate writing amongst her father's things and learns the real reason he disappeared. And it changes everything. Worse still, she thinks Joel knew the truth all along.Laurel thought this was going to be the perfect Christmas - that maybe she had found her happy. But now there's nothing to stop her from running back to New York the moment the baubles come down... is there?What readers are saying about Barbara Josselsohn:"I devoured this beauty in a day! Talk about being hooked to a book! This one did it to me! Had me from the first page and didn't let go!" Goodreads reviewer"Wrenched and warmed my heart... I highly recommend this book... One of my favorites this year. Please don't miss it!" Fireflies and Free Kicks Fiction Reviews, 5 stars"I am at loss of words to explain how I felt about this... wonderful... will stay with me for a long time." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

1942, Germany: When a young woman calling herself Annegret Huber unexpectedly inherits a huge fortune, including a house and factory just outside Berlin, her first thought is to try to see out the war quietly, avoiding the Gestapo and SS as best she can. No one needs to know her dark secret. She must focus on staying hidden. Because she can't risk being exposed for who she truly is. Not really Annegret. But a girl living a secret life. A girl who was once called Margarete.

Christmas at the castle with holly, handmade gifts, snowflakes and... is that a body under the tree? Someone call Lady Swift! Winter, 1921. Lady Eleanor Swift, amateur sleuth and reluctant lady of the manor, has been invited to spend Christmas in Scotland, at the beautiful castle of her dear friends Baron and Baroness Ashley. Even her favourite companion, master of mischief Gladstone the bulldog, is coming along to share a slice of turkey. As snow begins to fall outside, the rather mismatched group are cozy by the roaring fire, sharing a tipple over a plate of Mrs Trotman's famous mince pies. But after what was supposed to be a fun party game, Mr Eugene Randall is found dead at the feast. A somewhat unpopular business associate of the Baron's from across the pond, it seems Mr Randall has certainly upset somebody. Was it what he said about Scottish whisky? The killer must be in the castle... and when the Baron is arrested, Baroness Ashley begs Eleanor to investigate. Determined not to let her friend down, Eleanor sets about questioning the remaining partygoers. All too swiftly, someone else is found dead, having apparently fallen from a high balcony. As if one murder wasn't enough to put a twist in the tinsel! Eleanor knows she's skating on thin ice now. And when she discovers a hidden document that points the finger of suspicion at the unlikeliest of suspects, she realises there's more to the story. Can Eleanor catch the killer before it's time for Christmas dinner? The perfect cozy mystery to curl up with this winter! Fans of Agatha Christie, T.E. Kinsey and Lee Strauss are in for a festive treat. Readers are utterly addicted to Verity Bright! 'What a great cozy mystery! I am hooked! This is the best book, bar none, that I have read this year... An extremely witty, fast-paced mystery... I love the heroine, intrepid adventuress... A most enjoyable read!' Reviews by Carol in Tallahassee ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿'Can I give it six stars please?... Pretty much perfect... Bright has the amazing gift of bringing the reader into that world where the characters are alive.' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿'What a wild ride it is!... Gripping... This book is what would happen if Downton Abbey and Agatha Christie had a baby. Fun, fast-paced read with lots of charm!' The Literary Wife 'I was literally on the edge of my seat until the last page trying to figure out the mystery. It's an adorable, captivating book.' Washington Life Magazine 'OMG! What an incredible read!... When I devour a book this quickly it only means one thing: I was so enraptured that I couldn't put it down!' Celebrating Authors ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

I stared at the cordless phone, my hand shaking, my pulse echoing in my ears. I walked slowly to the kitchen counter, staring out the window as Ceci swung back and forth on the swing. For the first time in as long as I could remember, I had no idea what to do next.When the woman from the hospital tells me that my husband Drew is in a coma my world comes crashing down. He should have been making his way home, but instead I'm shocked when I find out that he tried to end his own life.I know I have to keep things together and hold on to the idea that this is all one big mistake. I remind myself of how Drew's face would light up whenever he read to our children cuddled up on the sofa. From the moment I met him he'd ensured that we had the best of everything, that our children would never lose out like I did when I was growing up. He would never do such a terrible thing to us.But as my family rallies around to help, it becomes clear that Drew's sister Gemma knows a shocking secret that my devoted husband has been keeping from me. If he wakes up, can he still be the man I love? Or will his secret tear our family apart?A rollercoaster ride of emotions, Her Silent Husband is a story about family, and the darkest moments in our lives when we learn what is most important. Fans of Jodi Picoult, Kate Hewitt and Diane Chamberlain will be captivated by this unforgettable page-turner.What readers are saying about Sam Vickery:'Wow! This book blew me away... Will make you think and break your heart in equal measure and is a breathtakingly beautifully written story of a mother's love. I will be looking out for more from this author.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'This one pulls you in and tugs at your heart. Make sure you have plenty of tissues on hand. A tear-jerker for sure.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Wow! Such a brilliant read! A devastatingly frank, honest depiction of the power and intensity of a mother's love and belief and the lengths she will go to to protect her child!... I really didn't want to put it down and read it in one glorious sitting!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'This book is so heart-rending!!...Beautifully written... It draws you in right from the first page and I couldn't stop myself from turning the pages to reach the end.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Ellen looked into her daughter's green eyes. Her chest felt tight, and her heart was cracking. If only she could be sure her secret was safe. If only she could go home to Ireland... New York, 1933. Ellen looks at her sleeping husband and precious daughter for the last time. They have longed to return home to Ireland for many years, but now the time has come, and the boat is ready to leave. But Ellen knows the dark secret she hides means she can never go back. Heart breaking into a million little pieces, she kisses her little girl goodbye and lays a precious turquoise necklace down beside her head, before fleeing into the night. Ireland, years later. Mairead's world is falling apart. Recently separated, she has returned home to nurse her dying mother, Brigid. As Brigid passes, she calls out for her mother, Ellen, a woman Mairead knows nothing about. All alone in the world, Mairead is stricken with guilt that she couldn't honour her mother's last wish. She travels to New York, the last place her grandmother was seen, clutching all that she has of her - a stunning turquoise necklace and a small black-and-white photograph. Mairead's search leads her across America to Arizona where she discovers that Ellen was on the run, a wanted woman, accused of a terrible crime. Mairead can't believe that the young woman with laughing eyes and an innocent smile could have such a dark past. But as she uncovers the secrets and lies that forced her grandmother to abandon her only daughter, will Mairead's own future be ruined by the shadows of her family's secrets? Be transported to the wild west coast of Ireland by this beautiful read about the sacrifices a mother will make to protect her child. Fans of The Light Between Oceans and Lisa Wingate will adore this heart-breaking book. What everyone is saying about The Girl Across the Sea: 'Wow! Keep a box of tissues close by... Noelle's writing is very engaging and pulls every emotion imaginable from the reader. You walk in these women's shoes.... I was very inspired by this moving narrative...Without a doubt, this story will stay with me forever. I highly recommend this brilliant Irish novel that is guaranteed to win your heart as well. 5 Shining Stars!; Cindy L Spear ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Be transported to the wild west coast of Ireland by this beautiful read about the sacrifices a mother will make to protect her child. Beautiful cover, amazing storytelling' Netgalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

England, 1940: A tear-jerking wartime tale of an orphaned baby who needs a home, and the woman who risks everything to provide it. Fans of Before We Were Yours, Wives of War and Diney Costeloe will be utterly swept away by this heartbreaking - yet beautifully hopeful - World War Two page-turner. With the war raging, Lily has learned not to take life for granted. In a time of such tragedy, every day is a gift. Her husband is a soldier, fighting to save their country, and she prays that she will survive - to one day welcome him home. One sweltering July night, bombs rain down. Lily and her dear friend Ethel, who is nine months pregnant, seek refuge in a shelter. Miraculously, a baby girl is born to the sound of ear-splitting shrieks and explosions in the distance. Once the raid quietens, Lily races into the house to find the newborn a blanket. But then the unthinkable happens, planes thundering right over the rooftops... When Lily rouses, finding herself amongst broken glass and crumbled brick, she is devastated to discover that Ethel has been killed - leaving little Joy behind. With tears rolling down her face, Lily makes a split-second decision. To save the orphaned child, Lily must tell a heartbreaking lie, a secret that she holds close to her chest for years. But when the truth comes out, whose lives will be destroyed? And will she ever be forgiven? Readers absolutely love Shirley Dickson: 'I was gripped from the very first page... It was heartbreaking... I smiled through these happy times with them but also shed tears... I could not put it down... Will undoubtedly pull at your heartstrings. Just make sure you have a box of tissues ready!' Stardust Book Reviews, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Absolutely fabulous... Had me hooked from the very first page... Took me on a rollercoaster of emotions and had me in tears.' Goodreads Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I absolutely loved it!... An emotional, heart-wrenching story of love and loss amidst the horror of war... Will tug at your heartstrings... Will have you reaching for the tissues... Wonderful.' Goodreads Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A beautiful story! Had me in tears from the very beginning. I couldn't put this one down.' A Book With Review, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Make sure you have tissues handy... The story is heartbreaking... Worthy of 5* and more.' Goodreads Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Promises to keep you turning the pages as your heart attempts not to break. A book you will lose yourself in!' All the Good Books, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A beautifully written coming-of-age story... I didn't want to put down... Tugs at your heartstrings.' Goodreads Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

My sister is missing. And the police think I'm to blame. We haven't always seen eye to eye, but I do love my sister Cece. She's confident and free-spirited in a way I never am. And while she's living her life to the full and posting it all over social media, I'm having early nights in my tiny New York apartment. I didn't mean to keep her a secret from my boyfriend, Bradley. But when he found out about her and I caught him scrolling through her pictures online, I knew I had to act before she ruined my life once again. When the police come knocking at my door, I instantly regret wishing Cece would leave my life for good. I didn't want her to vanish forever,did I? If you enjoy gripping psychological thrillers like The Girl on the Train, Gone Girl and The Wife Between Us, you will love this totally addictive novel from a USA Today bestselling author. What readers are saying about One Happy Family:"Wow... Grabbed my interest from the first few pages and did not let go. What a thrilling and exciting read!" Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars "Absolutely amazing thriller." NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars "A wild ride... Hooked from the first page and kept me on my toes... Amazing." Goodreads reviewer "Addictive... Hands down a must-read." Oh.happy.reading "Full of surprising twists and turns.. It had me consumed from the start." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars "I loved this book." Wowhats Blog, 5 stars "An easy read and hard to put down." @Lindasversion, 5 stars "A twisting suspense to keep readers on their toes." NetGalley reviewer What readers are saying about Arianne Richmonde:"Woah! What a ride! I read this book straight through cover to cover. Full of twists I never saw coming." Meandering and Muses, 5 stars "Gripping, heart-pounding and completely unpredictable." Little Miss Book Lover 87, 5 stars "A psychological thrill ride you won't be able to look away from. Once I started reading, I couldn't stop. 6 stars!" Alessandra Torre, New York Times bestselling author "Had me up all night to finish it. I just had to know how it ended!!!" The Shelves of a Bibliophile, 5 stars "I was hooked from the very first page. This one blew me away. I couldn't put it down. Keeps you on the edge of your seat." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Meet Flora Steele - bookshop owner, bicycle-rider, daydreamer and amateur detective! Sussex, 1955: When bookshop owner Flora Steele goes for a walk along the pier she isn't expecting to spot a young woman's body in the stormy waters below. And she's shocked to discover the victim is someone she knows...Convinced the death was not an accident, Flora persuades attractive local crime writer Jack Carrington to help her find out what really happened to poor Polly Dakers, a popular young woman with a complicated love life, who'd been at the heart of village life in Abbeymead.Jack is reluctant to get involved in another murder case at first but even he can't deny that Polly's fall seems fishy. An argument at a party, a missed hairdresser's appointment and a red woollen bobble found on the wooden boards where Polly last stood provide a trail of clues...As they grow closer to solving the puzzling mystery, the unlikely pair stumble upon several surprising secrets about those closest to Polly. A number of potential suspects begin to emerge. But who really disliked Polly enough to kill her? Was it Raymond, her jilted first love? Harry, her latest beau? Or Evelyn, Harry's jealous estranged wife?As the investigation brings them closer to the truth, Flora is intent on unmasking the killer - but will her stealthy sleuthing lead her down a dangerous path?An utterly delightful cozy crime novel set in the fictional Sussex village of Abbeymead. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Faith Martin and Joy Ellis!Readers love the Flora Steele Mysteries:'I absolutely love this book! I was so captivated by Flora and Jack that I could not put this book down... I absolutely loved the way that this book twists and turns... I cannot wait to read more of the Flora Steele books!' NetGalley, ¿¿¿¿¿'What a joy... fabulous village setting... a totally fantastic tale... I highly recommend this outstandingly fabulous book.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Wonderful book! I absolutely adored this book!... had me reading and finishing the book in no time! I highly recommend this book!!!... I was drawn into the murder mystery plot instantly.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'I loved this book. Flora is the ultimate amateur sleuth; she is fearless, funny, determined, and defiant. I had a lot of fun trying to solve the mystery with her... a cozy, heart-warming, fast read. It felt like Scooby-doo meets Agatha Raisin. I am here for it!... delightful.' Frosta Wings It, ¿¿¿¿'Love... The story twisted along, with everyone becoming a suspect... A fab read, that I devoured in a day.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿'Fantastic cozy mystery!... fun to read... This author knows how to keep the reader's attention from the first chapter!' Books and Benches, ¿¿¿¿

She looked like an angel. She lay perfectly still, silky blonde hair falling to her pale shoulders. Icicles clung to her eyelashes as snowflakes fluttered to the frozen ground, burying her body. As a snowstorm wreaks havoc in the mountain town of Crooked Creek, a woman is found buried in ice. Detective Ellie Reeves is first on the scene. Examining the body, she finds frozen blonde hair, pink nail polish and a silver heart necklace engraved with Mine Forever. Ellie has first-hand experience of the monsters that lurk in the mountains--her childhood is testament to that. She vows to catch this one, but she's up against the brutal weather, with snow covering footprints and making forensics impossible. Frantically trawling through missing-person's reports, Ellie identifies the victim. Nadine Houser disappeared eleven years ago. Where has she been all this time? Why was she only murdered now? As storm clouds roll in, another girl is reported missing. Ellie retraces the steps of Ginger Weston who was renting a cabin in the mountains. She discovers a gold chain in the snow, spotted with blood. The killer is accelerating, and it's just a matter of time before more innocent lives are robbed. With the town blaming Ellie for the missing girl on her watch, and everyone fearing for the safety of their daughters, it's down to Ellie to solve the toughest case of her career. But when the killer comes after her, will she live to save Crooked Creek from its ruthless monster? A totally gripping read that will get your pulse pounding as you flip through the pages! Perfect for fans of Lisa Regan, Melinda Leigh and Kendra Elliot who love a roller-coaster, twist-packed page-turner! Readers absolutely love Rita Herron: "Wow!... I literally haven't been able to put this book down! This has completely gripped me and been utterly impossible to put down." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "Oh my word!... What a great storyteller Rita Herron is! From the fabulous plot which quite frankly had me on the edge of my seat throughout to the amazing character development, I am overwhelmed by this book! It was so good!... Oh my goodness! The twists! They kept coming! The final two though were shockers!... An astoundingly well-written novel!" NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "Loved this book! Action packed and with so many twists, had me hooked from start to the end!! The ending was amazing!! I cannot wait to read the next book in the series!!!!!!" Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "Wow, what a brilliant book... Rollercoaster of emotions... I found it very jumpy as I was so engrossed. Don't read when on your own!" NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "This book was so damn good! I just couldn't put it down until I finished it!... Had me hooked right from the start... Amazing!!" Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "Truly brilliant... Right from the first chapter I was hooked and I needed to keep turning the pages... I felt I was on edge and my heart was bumping. You know a story is good when you start getting physical reactions." Chells and Books, ¿¿¿¿¿

Der erste Teil der 1,8-Millionen-Bestseller-Reihe! ¿UNGLAUBLICH! Wirklich gut geschrieben und musste einfach immer noch die nächste Seite lesen. Ich konnte das Buch einfach nicht weglegen! Kann es kaum erwarten, den zweiten Teil zu lesen." Goodreads Rezensent ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Als die Leiche einer Frau in einer Kathedrale und Stunden später ein junger Mann an einem Baum vor seinem Haus erhängt aufgefunden werden, wird Detective Lottie Parker mit den Ermittlungen betraut. Beide Leichen haben die gleiche unverwechselbare Tätowierung am Bein. Schnell ist klar, dass die beiden miteinander in Verbindung stehen, nur wie? Die Spur führt Lottie zu St. Angela's, einem ehemaligen Kinderheim, das eine düstere Verbindung zu ihrer eigenen Familiengeschichte hat. Plötzlich wird der Fall persönlich.¿ Gerade beginnt Lottie, die jüngsten Opfer mit ungelösten, Jahrzehnte zurückliegenden Morden in Zusammenhang zu bringen, da verschwinden auf einmal zwei Teenagerjungen. Sie muss dem Mörder auf die Spur kommen, bevor er wieder zuschlägt, aber bringt sie dabei ihre eigenen Kinder in fürchterliche Gefahr? Lottie steht kurz davor, sich mit einer verlorenen Seele auseinanderzusetzen, die eine sehr Verworrene Vorstellung von Gerechtigkeit hat. Fans von Rachel Abbott, Karin Slaughter und Robert Dugoni werden von diesem spannenden Serienmörder-Thriller gefesselt sein und garantiert bis spät in die Nacht lesen. Was Leser über Die vergessenen Kinder sagen: ¿Dieser Debütroman von Gibney hat einfach ALLES!!! Das war DAS BESTE Buch, das ich seit langem gelesen habe. Wenn ich ihm mehr als 5 Sterne geben könnte, würde ich es tun!" Butterfly's Booknerdia Blog, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ ¿Völlig fesselnd und 100%ig packend." Books From Dusk Till Dawn, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ ¿Eine fesselnde Lektüre von Anfang bis Ende." Deja Read, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ ¿Der erste Absatz hat mich sofort gepackt und so sehr gefesselt, dass ich das Buch in zwei Sitzungen gelesen habe. Ich habe es erst weggelegt, als meine Augen nicht mehr offenbleiben wollten!" Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ ¿Eine dieser Geschichten, bei denen man auf die Uhr schaut und denkt, nur noch ein paar Kapitel, und dann schaut man wieder hin und es sind Stunden vergangen. Es ist den Schlafmangel auf jeden Fall wert." Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ ¿Eine phänomenale Lektüre für einen Debütroman - wenn ich gut sage, dann meine ich seeeeehr gut." Page Turners Nook, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ ¿Gibney ist definitiv eine Autorin, die man im Auge behalten sollte, und eine aufregende neue Stimme in der Kriminalliteratur." But Books are Better, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

The girl in the photo was laughing, her head thrown back, her lips painted a bright red. Jessie could feel the simple joy reflected in that moment. And as she looked closer, she saw the same gold cross and chain that had adorned the first victim's neck.When a young woman falls to her death from a parking garage, the Boston police department rule it as a suicide. But when Jessie Novak examines the scene, she isn't so sure... The girl's delicate hands are bruised and her fingernails torn: evidence of a struggle. Did someone push her from the roof?Then a second young woman is found dead, this time at the foot of her dorm building, her hands injured in the same way as the first victim's with a gold cross and chain clutched in her fist. Jessie is convinced there is a connection and that a twisted killer is on the loose.Forensics connect the necklace to several murders of college girls in other states-and a suspect who the police had in their sights but were forced to let go-and Jessie knows her hunch is correct.Just as Jessie thinks she is closing in on the culprit, her worst fears are realized: a third girl is found dead. The gap between murders is closing: the killer is getting more confident. He will never stop until he is caught.But little does Jessie know that, while she works to pick up the trail of her suspect, he is already on hers. She is the only one who can stop this monster before he kills again-but to save the next innocent life, is she prepared to risk her own?A thrilling and totally gripping crime thriller that will grab you from the start and not let go until the final, heart-stopping page. Utterly addictive reading for fans of Lisa Regan, Robert Dugoni and Melinda Leigh.Readers love Roberta Gately:"My heart was racing, the tension building and the excitement exploding... I read this book in a day, reluctantly putting it down when real life got in the way." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

Ninety-eight-year-old Ginny McAllister's last wish is for her granddaughter to complete a treasure hunt containing clues to her past. Clues that reveal her life as one of the first female pilots at Pearl Harbor, and a devastating World War Two secret.1941, Pearl Harbor: On the morning of December 7th, Ginny is flying her little yellow plane above the sparkling seas when she spots an unknown aircraft closing in on her. She recognises the red symbol of the Japanese fighter planes almost too late. Somehow, she manages to land unscathed but the choices she is forced to make in the terrible hours that follow have tragic consequences...2019, Pearl Harbor: Heartbroken Robyn Harris is reeling from the death of the strong, determined grandmother who raised her. Her only comfort is a letter written in Ginny's distinctive hand which details a treasure hunt, just like the ones she used to set for her as a little girl. Except this time, the clues are scattered across the beautiful island of Hawaii. Despite her grief, Robyn finds herself intrigued as she follows the trail of letters, revealing the truth about Ginny's service during the Second World War. But Robyn's whole world is turned upside down when she's faced with a shocking secret which has the power to change the course of her own life... Inspired by true events, this is a heartbreaking and unforgettable WW2 novel about love, loss and bravery. Perfect for fans of The Alice Network, The Nightingale and Kathryn Hughes.Readers love Anna Stuart:'I absolutely LOVE this book... it had my heart breaking and tears constantly streaming down my face!... I can't give this enough praise, I genuinely loved it so much... A beautiful love story... an emotional rollercoaster... such a tearjerker... you NEED to read this!' Curled Up With a Good Book, ¿¿¿¿¿'Oh my heart... I love this book... a real tearjerker... so heart-warming. If you need a little warm hug of a read then this is just perfect.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Oh wow... I absolutely loved it... once I started it I didn't want to put it down. I have recommended it to all my friends.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'It broke my heart and put it back together several times... loved the book from the first page to the last.' Portobello Book Blog, ¿¿¿¿¿'I fell hook, line and sinker for this story... Heart-warming... not just a book you read, it's a book you feel every moment of and is a true treasure.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Grabs you from the first page... I didn't want to put it down. My favourite read so far this year.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'I absolutely loved this book, and devoured it in one glorious afternoon... very highly recommended.' Being Anne, ¿¿¿¿¿'Oh my! One truly stunning read I will remember for a very long time.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

The other parents all seem so perfect. But it's not long before I realise: I should have never made friends with them I knew it wouldn't be easy for my kids to adjust when we suddenly left America and moved to a tiny English village where he didn't know a soul. But after the tragic death of my husband, I knew we needed a fresh start. So when I see an opportunity for my thirteen-year-old son Harry to make friends at a local sports club, I jump at the chance. I even find myself volunteering to help along with the other parents, because despite feeling like an outsider, I know the only way we'll be accepted is if I throw myself into my new life. Before moving here, I didn't know people like this really existed; their lives seem too perfect to be real. Although my own life couldn't be more different, they welcome me into the fold. For the first time since my husband died, my son and I are happy, and I feel like I made the right decision in uprooting our lives That is, until someone begins anonymously exposing life-destroying secrets about people in the group. As more are exposed it seems everyone has something to hide. With each shocking betrayal and terrible lie, I feel the danger draw closer to home. My secret has already ruined my life once, and now it threatens to destroy the one I've worked so hard to rebuild. I thought the truth had died with my husband I should have known that it wouldn't be buried for long. A completely addictive page-turner about the secrets and lies hiding beneath seemingly perfect lives. Fans of Big Little Lies, Lisa Jewell and Louise Candlish will be absolutely hooked by this pacey read with a jaw-dropping twist you just won't see coming. Readers are gripped by Claire Seeber: ';Holy smokes!... had me wide eyed and slack jawed and unable to put it down. OMG! this book blew me away.' Book Rant Reviews, 5 stars ';Oh this book was so good, I could see it as a movie before my eyes! I was sitting on the edge of my seat the whole time! WOW!' @kymamareads, 5 stars ';It was so good I have been hiding in the toilet at work reading this on my phone as I needed to find out what happened!! Super twisty A real page-turner I loved it.' Goodreads reviewer ';Utterly unputdownable My heart is still pounding as I write this

';They're lying,' my little stepson whispers, his blue eyes shining with tears as I tuck him into bed for the first time. ';They think I've forgotten, but I remember everything. I know my mummy is still alive.' My best friend warned me that it was too soon to marry Edward, a widower with an adorable but troubled little boy. She said we were moving too fast. But all I could see was a kind, loving man, struggling with grief, who needed my help. Yet as storm clouds gather above our small wedding ceremony, my hopes and dreams fall apart. None of my husband's family turn up to support us. Instead of a honeymoon, we have a quiet night in. My wedding bouquet is placed on his first wife's grave. And then my new stepson tells me he's sure his mother is still alive. What does Noah remember and why is his father trying to make him forget? Have I been completely wrong about my husband? What happened to the woman who came before me, and how far will he go to stop me finding out the truth? An utterly unputdownable, gripping, twisty psychological thriller, perfect for fans of Before I Go To Sleep, The Girl on the Train and Gone Girl. What everyone is saying about The Second Marriage: 'Wow this is another unputdownable book which once it had its claws in me I couldn't stop reading. This is such a twisted story... I loved it!' Book Lovers Anon UK, ';A gripping domestic thriller that you won't be able to put down an unputdownable domestic thriller with a twist that you'll never see coming Once I started this book, I could not put it down I was blown away by the ending of this book 5 explosive stars' Layton Book Reviews, ';This book is absolutely amazing!! Read it in one day I couldn't put my phone down I just had to keep reading it!! It was a page turner when you thought you had it all figured out you didn't !!! Love love love this book!!!!' Goodreads reviewer, ';This was so twisty & enjoyable I could not stop turning the pages Jess Ryder's writing is so compelling and suspenseful making this novel a great reading experience this was one crazy ride!... an amazing book!' Oh Happy Reading, ';A gripping, page-turning thrill of a read. Do you trust him- or don't you? A wonderful rollercoaster, a fabulous plot and a great ending.' Linda Strong Book Reviews, ';This one sucked me in quickly!' Goodreads reviewer, ';The story was engrossing

When Mel is set up on a blind date by her best friends Chris and Simon, she's as anxious as any woman would be. Her divorce came as such a shock and she'd been feeling lost and lonely, but that didn't mean she was desperate to date again. It was a terrible day at work that made her say yes: it could be a bit of fun, a distraction at least. What did she have to lose?When Mel meets Malik, she knows instantly that they could have more than just a fling. She tells him her deepest, darkest secrets and it doesn't make him run away. He makes her feel wanted for the first time in years, and when she wakes up in his bed in the early hours she feels completely content.Until she notices that he's no longer lying beside her.She's tangled up in his sheets alone in his bedroom and she can't remember how she got there.And then she hears the metallic scrape of a key in the door and realises that Malik has locked her in. Is her dream man going to turn into her worst nightmare?Thrilling and gripping until the final page, Blind Date is a dark and unsettling story about deception and how much we can trust the people we love. For fans of Gone Girl, The Girl on the Train and anything by Lisa Jewell.What readers are saying about Blind Date:'I LOVED THIS PHENOMENAL, GRIPPING BOOK. I raced through it, it consumed me in its pages... A shocking conclusion which left me gobsmacked... HOOKS YOU FROM THE START. LOVED IT! LOVED IT! LOVED IT!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'I COULD NOT PUT THIS BOOK DOWN, I didn't even realise I hadn't eaten because I was too busy reading this book... It was gripping, it was tense, fast-paced and full of twists, it was so unpredictable.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Thrilling... I kept reading long into the night to find out how it ended! The twists are AMAZING!!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'I absolutely love this book and couldn't wait to find out what happened. I must've read it in three hours straight.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Germany, 1939: The roof is the only place no one can hear us. All the lights in the village blur into the darkness, and the flame on my candle flickers, leaving us with just the glow of the stars. "We can't let them take everything from you," I say. "Hiding is the only option." When Matilda's childhood sweetheart Hans is in danger, she doesn't hesitate to hide him in her attic. Protecting him from her parents and the soldiers downstairs, she smuggles him food and communicates in whispers. For months, they exist by candlelight. But how long can they survive?America, 2018: Grace opens a mustard-yellow envelope, and her world unravels. She has inherited a bookstore in the small town of Dachau from the grandmother she had no idea existed. Grace visits her legacy--a bookshop on a cobbled lane filled with lost memories. She combs through faded photographs and handwritten letters, unearthing the story of a young woman who devoted her life to returning the keepsakes of Dachau prisoners to their families. A woman who was torn from her one true love--who never gave up hope... As Grace pieces together her family's heartbreaking past, she discovers the long-buried secret of her own identity. But when she learns the truth, will she ever be the same again?This heart-wrenching yet hopeful tale will restore your faith in humanity, and in the power of love to triumph over evil. Fans of Kristin Hannah, Fiona Valpy and Kristin Harmel will be blown away by this breathtakingly gripping page-turner. Readers love Shari Ryan:"This book hit me right in the feels, I cried, I sighed... This book will always lay claim to my heart... What an amazing journey." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"This book... I'm still at a loss for words. Such a beautiful, powerful, and emotional story. THIS BOOK IS AMAZING!" Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"Oh my gosh I literally was up all night reading this. It was so worth the lack of sleep. I started reading this novel early in the day and could not force myself to stop. It was so good that I wish I could go back and force myself to slow down, reread it and savor every moment. I loved this novel. I laughed, cried and ultimately at the end I had tears of joy running down my face." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"This book absolutely destroyed me and had me sobbing... Everything about it is just heartbreaking and beautiful and just filled me with so much emotion... One of those books that will always stick with you once you've read it. It's been days and I still can't get this breathtaking story out of my head. I honestly don't think there are words adequate enough to describe how hard I fell for this book and the beautiful story it holds." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"Wow!! Mrs. Ryan blew me away... I felt every word that was written." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

The past is catching up with you. Your child is paying the price. I love my eight-year-old son Riley more than anything. Yet the truth is, I fear for him. It's hard being a single mother. It's even harder when you can't let anyone come close. When you avoid parents at the school gate, scared you'll give too much away. Riley thinks his father died in a car crash. He has no idea what really happened eight years ago why I ended up sobbing in the dark on the kitchen floor. Every mother is protective of her child. But not every mother is constantly glancing over her shoulder. Everyone has secrets. But not everyone is terrified of their lies being exposed, their lives unravelling when it all comes out. So when Riley disappears from our garden on a cold winter's afternoon, I know that he hasn't just run away. I'd do anything to save my son but if I tell the truth, I might lose him for ever A totally gripping psychological thriller that will get your pulse racing like crazy as it hits you with twist after twist after twist! If you loved The Wife Between Us or The Girl on the Train you'll be utterly glued to this page-turner. Readers love Nicole Trope: ';Wow!!! Wow!!! Wow!!! This book is a total page-turner and will keep you guessing with every page.' Goodreads reviewer, ';Omg! Omg! My son came in and asked me who I was yelling at?! (I was yelling at my e-reader) LOL, my heart is still beating crazy! OK, I have to go now. I need a big glass of wine to calm down!' Ana's Attic Guest Reviewer, ';Oh my GOSH!!!!!! I read this emotionally charged, compelling book in one sitting. Whoa, my emotions are ALL over the place!!!' NetGalley reviewer, ';I've never been soooooo engrossed in a book from the first pages. Amazing, emotional and just wow!!' NetGalley reviewer, ';Simply brilliant Almost gave me an aneurysm in my attempt to finish it.' @rk_reads, ';Absolutely amazing! So so good with so many twists and surprises. I could not put it down and read it in 24 hours!' Goodreads reviewer, ';After reading this book I realise I use the phrase ';page-turner' too much, because THIS was a true PAGE-TURNER. I read it in one sitting.' Goodreads reviewer,

'I would do anything for you to get well again, baby girl.' It's a promise. Even though it means asking her father for help, going back there, risking everything. Whatever the cost, there's no hesitation in my mind. Because that's what you do when you're a mother. Single mother Anna's six-year-old daughter Libby is her whole world. Having escaped a marriage that was threatening to destroy her, Anna has managed to get their lives back on track. Looking at Libby's sweet, heart-shaped face, Anna is filled with hope for the future. They have each other and nothing else matters. But then Libby gets ill, with a rare disorder that means she needs a transplant from a relative if she's going to survive. And when Anna discovers she herself isn't a match, there's only one person she can turn to. So she picks up the phone, and dials a number she hoped she'd never have to call again. The man she once ran from. Her daughter's father. She's scared he'll want them to come back home, scared he'll be able to break her all over again. But Anna knows what she has to do, what any mother would. Because if there's a chance to save your daughter's life, wouldn't you do whatever it takes? An unforgettable, heartbreaking and ultimately uplifting story from the bestselling author of My Husband's Daughter, this novel is perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Diane Chamberlain and Jojo Moyes.