Crime and mystery: police procedural

Book SynopsisFBI Agent Ren Bryce finds herself entangled in two seemingly unrelated mysteries. But the past has a way of echoing down the years and finding its way into the present.In the end, the truth will find youWhen Special Agent Ren Bryce discovers the body of a young woman in an abandoned car, solving the case becomes personal. But the more she uncovers about the victim's last movements, the more questions are raised.Why was Laura Flynn driving towards a ranch for troubled teens in the middle of Colorado when her employers thought she was hundreds of miles away? And what did she know about a case from fifty years ago, which her death dramatically reopens?As Ren and cold-case investigator Janine Hooks slowly weave the threads together, a picture emerges of a privileged family determined to hide some very dark secrets whatever the cost.Trade ReviewPraise for Blood Loss: ‘Snappy dialogue … a meaty read’ Irish Independent ‘Blood Loss is cleverly paced, with Barclay drawing out the suspense but giving you just enough information to keep you hooked’ Hot Press Praise for Alex Barclay: ‘Gripping, stylish, convincing’ Sunday Times (Ireland) ‘Tense, no-punches-pulled thriller that will have you on the edge of your deckchair.’ Woman and Home ‘Right now, she’s the rising star of the hard-boiled crime fiction world, combining wild characters, surprising plots and massive backdrops with a touch of dry humour’ Mirror

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Book SynopsisA wonderfully twisty maze' JAMES OSWALDA missing boy. A brutal killer. D.I. Charlotte Savage is ready . . .DI Charlotte Savage has been warned to lay low. After a string of high profile cases, her infamous reputation precedes her.But when a vulnerable child goes missing, for Savage, it's too close to home. She's not the kind of detective who can sit back and watch events unfold.Then a second child is snatched echoing a terrifying incident that happened over two decades before. It soon becomes apparent that there is a more chilling motive behind the disappearances.History looks set to repeat itself. It's down to Savage to seek out the cold blooded killer. Before it's third time unlucky. Before it's too late . . .Trade Review‘Sennen is brilliant at drawing the reader into a deep, dark and very twisted plot with hope that there is light at the end of the tunnel’ 5* Amazon reviewer ‘Another fantastic novel featuring DI Charlotte Savage. It's gruesome, horrific, shocking and full of suspense’ Annette, Goodreads reviewer ‘Lots of twists and turns and some seriously crazy! Not for the faint hearted’ Chrys, Goodreads reviewer ‘There are no easy answers and whenever the reader thinks they are beginning to get a handle on what is happening, there is another twist to the tale … An engrossing and captivating book which is hard to put down’ Amazon reviewer ‘There is a strength and depth in the characterisation that sets the book above much of what I’ve read this year…The plot is a wonderfully twisty maze to navigate through… I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to any crime fiction fans. I’ll be keeping an eye out for DI Savage in the future’ James Oswald ‘A nail-biting thriller that will keep your pulse racing all the way to the explosive climax’ Alex Kava ‘A fast-paced serial-killer chiller’ (Alex Marwood, author of The Wicked Girls)

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERA brutal murder. A detective with no one left to trust.[Steiner] solidified the promise of last year's debut, Missing, Presumed, with another hyper-realistic police procedural' Guardian: Books of the Year 2017A YOUNG MAN MURDEREDA city banker bleeds to death yards from a Cambridgeshire police headquarters.A DETECTIVE OUT OF HER DEPTHDI Manon Bradshaw's world is turned upside down when the victim turns out to be closer to her than she could have guessed.WHO SHOULD SHE BELIEVE?When even her trusted colleagues turn their backs on her, it's time to contemplate the unthinkable: are those she holds dear capable of murder?Manon Bradshaw is back.-''Steiner has a quirky, evocative prose style that is often very funny and her novels are highly entertaining and full of memorable, well-rounded characters'' Sunday Express''Bradshaw is an engaging heroine, full of self-doubt and contradiction, but whose caustic wit gleams through the grim murder inquiry'' Daily Mail''WinniTrade Review‘[Steiner] solidified the promise of last year’s debut, Missing, Presumed, with another hyper-realistic police procedural’ Guardian: Books of the Year 2017 'Steiner has a quirky, evocative prose style that is often very funny and her novels are highly entertaining and full of memorable, well-rounded characters' Sunday Express 'Bradshaw is an engaging heroine, full of self-doubt and contradiction, but whose caustic wit gleams through the grim murder inquiry' Daily Mail 'Winning prose, sympathetic characters and an appreciation of life’s joys as keen as a knowledge of its dangers' Wall Street Journal ‘An ingeniously and extravagantly plotted, multi-voiced thrillride … wise and witty … beautifully written’ Irish Times ‘I loved it … Persons Unknown is like walking on quicksand, for reader and detective alike' Val McDermid 'A smart and funny rumination on motherhood' New York Times 'Strikingly modern…It is refreshing to see a detective grappling with real life dilemmas but they never get in the way of the plot, which is clever and original. A series to watch from a confident writer who draws even minor characters with care and sympathy' Sunday Times ‘Susie Steiner goes from strength to strength: Persons Unknown is by turns tense and tender, gripping and moving, and always beautifully written. I didn’t read this book so much as live it: DI Manon Bradshaw is so convincingly human that I often wonder what she’s up to now’ Erin Kelly ‘The best new crime series in years’ Sarah Perry ‘Superb storytelling – a joy to read. I am hooked on Manon Bradshaw’ Renée Knight ‘Stylish, literary fiction at its very best’ Peter James

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Book SynopsisThe Quaker is watching youIn the chilling new crime novel from award-winning author Liam McIlvanney, a serial killer stalks the streets of Glasgow and DI McCormack follows a trail of secrets to uncover the truthWinner of the 2018 McIlvanney Prize for Scottish Crime Book of the YearA city torn apart.It is 1969 and Glasgow has been brought to its knees by a serial killer spreading fear throughout the city. The Quaker has taken three women from the same nightclub and brutally murdered them in the backstreets.A detective with everything to prove.Now, six months later, the police are left chasing a ghost, with no new leads and no hope of catching their prey. They call in DI McCormack, a talented young detective from the Highlands. But his arrival is met with anger from a group of officers on the brink of despair.A killer who hunts in the shadows.Soon another woman is found murdered in a run-down tenement flat. And McCormack follows a trail of secrets that will change the city and his life Trade Review’It's one of those novels that as soon as I finished it, I looked forward to reading it again. Not only did I love the evocative recreation of Glasgow but the characters created were refreshing and surprising. It was such a pleasure to read’ Susan Calman ‘Every aspect of The Quaker is superb’ Washington Post ‘A vivid portrayal of a city’ Sun ‘A totally gripping murder mystery, thought provoking but thoroughly entertaining’ NB Magazine ‘Pacy, inventive, assured – and authentic … a story of brilliantly crafted shifts of plot and pace … McIlvanney is a writer with unfolding, developing and substantial gifts’ The Herald ‘Skilfully dovetailed … atmospheric … a solidly crafted and satisfying detective story’ Laura Wilson, Guardian ‘An absolute master of Tartan noir … the corruption of the late Sixties is splendidly evoked, as is DI Duncan McCormack’ Daily Mail 'Atmospheric and arresting, The Quaker reveals 1960s Glasgow in all its lurid shades' Val McDermid 'This is a terrific novel, dark, powerful and beautifully written. I finished it a while ago, but I'm still haunted by the characters and the place' Ann Cleeves ‘The Quaker is one of my favourite reads of the year. A powerhouse of a book with Liam McIlvanney's full lyrical powers on display. Loved it’ Steve Cavanagh ‘Another atmospheric, scary and utterly brilliant book from Liam McIlvanney. Superb’ Adrian McKinty Praise for Liam McIlvanney: ‘An authentic, atmospheric and ambitious debut’ Val McDermid ‘Gripping, unflinching … McIlvanney has flair and assurance and executes a powerful tale with all the dexterous sensitivity and ballsy swagger the subject is due’ Scotland on Sunday ‘This is a bold, impressive debut’ Daily Telegraph ‘Superb storytelling, a wonderful eye for character, and a passion for dialogue’ Daily Mail ‘McIlvanney tells the story with clarity, terrific dialogue and convincing characters’ The Times

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Book SynopsisHow far would you go to save the ones you love?The first book in a gripping new crime series featuring DCI Anna Tate.When nine children are snatched from a nursery school in South London, their distressed parents have no idea if they will ever see them again. The community in the surrounding area is in shock. How could this happen right under their noses? No one in the quiet suburban street saw anything or at least that''s what they''re saying.But DCI Anna Tate knows that nothing is impossible, and she also knows that time is quickly running out. It's unclear if the kidnappers are desperate for money or set on revenge, but the ransom is going up by 1million daily. And they know that one little boy in particular is fighting for his life.It's one of the most disturbing cases DCI Anna Tate has ever worked on not only because nine children are being held hostage, but because she's pretty sure that someone close to them is lyingThe first book in a gripping new crime series, perfect for faTrade Review‘Very gripping and keep you on the edge of your seat.’ Amazon Reviewer ‘Thrilling and fast-paced police procedural that builds to a satisfyingly tense conclusion.’ Amazon Reviewer ‘Great read from start to finish – read it in a day. Look forward to reading more about Anna Tate.’ Amazon Reviewer ‘I am eagerly awaiting the next in this high-octane series. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.’ Amazon Reviewer ‘I haven’t read a page turner like this in a long, long time.’ Amazon Reviewer ‘A totally engrossing, well written and clearly well researched book, that was not only easy to read but also exciting.’ Amazon Reviewer

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Book SynopsisThe gripping new novel from million-copy bestseller, Mel Sherratt.An absolute masterpiece' ANGELA MARSONSI love all Mel Sherratt's books' IAN RANKINTwists and turns and delivers a satisfying shot of tension' RACHEL ABBOTTThe truth can be a dangerous thingWhen a young boy falls from a balcony in a block of flats, DS Grace Allendale witnesses the shocking aftermath of the tragic event. But strangely, no one will admit to seeing anything and the parents will only tell the police that it was an accident.Determined to sort the truth from the lies, Grace is thrown into a case that takes her to the darkest corners of the criminal world and strikes closer to home than she could have ever imaginedA gripping and pacey thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat from the moment you turn the first page. The perfect read for fans of Martina Cole.Trade Review Praise for Mel Sherratt: ‘An absolute masterpiece. Twisty, turny and full of surprises!’ Angela Marsons ‘Mel Sherratt’s books are as smart and edgy as her heroines’ Cara Hunter ‘The worst terrors are always those that hide closest to home’ Elizabeth Haynes ‘A writer to watch out for’ Mandasue Heller ‘If you love police procedurals, you HAVE to check this one out. Hush Hush is Mel Sherratt at her gritty and gripping best!’ Teresa Driscoll ‘Mel Sherratt knows how to instantly hook a reader and to keep them focused to the very last page! Her well-paced stories twist and turn and deliver a satisfying shot of tension.’ Rachel Abbott. ‘Hush Hush will keep you turning the pages till you reach the end and, if you don’t believe me, a million readers can’t be wrong.’ Howard Linskey ‘Made the hairs on my arm stand up! Literal goosebumps reading this: heart-stoppingly tense. I love Mel Sherratt’s writing.' Angela Clarke ‘Uncompromising, powerful and very real – an important new voice’ David Mark ‘Mel’s vivid imagination really brings her characters to life’ Kerry Wilkinson

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Book SynopsisHugely confident harrowing, visceral recommended' Ian Rankin on Dead InsideA brutal murderWhen a burned body is found with its teeth missing, DC Maggie Jamieson discovers that the victim may be the husband of one of her probation colleagues.A dark historyAs the body count rises, the team becomes increasingly baffled by how the victims could possibly be connected until a clue leads them to a historical case that was never prosecuted.A terrible secretIn order to catch the killer, Maggie must piece together what happened all those years ago before it's too late.Trade ReviewPraise for Noelle Holten: ‘An excellent read’ Martina Cole ‘Kept me hooked throughout … excellent pace and a very satisfying ending’ Angela Marsons 'A brilliant debut – gritty, dark and chilling. Noelle Holten knows her stuff’ Mel Sherratt ‘Dark and gritty and kept me hooked until the very end. A Fantastic debut!’ Casey Kelleher ‘A hard-hitting, impressively authentic crime fiction debut … nuanced, highly readable, page turning, a definite cut above the rest. I urge you to read this book’ Howard Linskey ‘Extremely powerful, incredibly thought provoking and ringing with authenticity, this is an excellent debut’ M. W. Craven, author of the Washington Poe series ‘Noelle has conjured up a real page-turner here. The author's experience with damaged and damaging people really shines through bringing a great deal of grit to the drama. Add in some fascinating characters, relentless pace and a strong story and you have a winner on your hands’ Michael J Malone

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Book SynopsisOh my!!! The plot is amazing. I honestly couldn't put it down Fantastic read.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 starsA DEAD WOMAN. AN IMPOSSIBLE CRIME.Christine De Bertrand wakes up to her worst nightmare: rather than the man she went to bed with, lying beside her is her housemate, Nikki dead. With no memory of the night before, Christine can't explain what happened, and the police are baffled.For DC Gaby Darin, newly arrived from Swansea after her last case ended in tragedy, it's a mystery she's determined to solve. When another woman goes missing, Gaby faces a race against time to uncover the link between the two victims and find the man who vanished from Christine's bedroom. But as Gaby gets close, the killer gets closer and soon one of Gaby's own team is in unimaginable dangerCompelling and unputdownable, this gripping thriller will have you hooked until the end. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, LJ Ross and D. S. Butler.Readers LOVE Darkest Night!Wow Will knock your socks off I was enthrTrade Review Praise for Jenny O’Brien’s Gaby Darin series: ‘Gripping, emotional and full of twists and turns, this pacy thriller is fraught with tension – and we just loved it!’ Woman’s Weekly ‘Chilling and twisted…’ Woman & Home ‘Gripping, original, with a great storyline. I especially love the relationship between Gaby and her colleagues.’ B A Paris, Sunday Times bestselling author of Behind Closed Doors and The Dilemma ‘Gripping… Twists and turns aplenty and a great sense of place.’ S.E. Lynes, bestselling author of The Housewarming ‘Compelling…a heart-breaking emotional ride, topped off with a satisfying resolution.’ John Barlow, author of the DS Joe Romano series ‘This is one gripping book!’ Clare Chase, author of the Tara Thorpe Mystery books ‘I absolutely love this series… A solid 5 stars from me since it's the most I can give!’ Valerie Keogh, bestselling author of The Little Lies and The Housewife ‘A cracking instalment in this wonderful series. If you’re looking for a well-developed procedural…this series is for you!’ Terry Lynn Thomas, USA Today bestselling author ‘An engaging, fast-paced read that hooked me from the very start… Another chilling addition to a great series that stands strong on its own!’ Karin Nordin, author of Where Ravens Roost

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Book SynopsisThe gripping new thriller from C.S. Green featuring Detective Rose GiffordA fascinating, eerie, and compelling police procedural with a creepy edge, and a knockout protagonist.' Neil LancasterI loved Down Among The Dead. It was twisty and dark, compelling and deeply satisfying. Loved it!' Rachael BlokDark, spooky and mysterious another compelling case for DC Rose Gifford and a treat for fans of C.S. Green's addictive series of novels.' Emma HaughtonAnother gripping crime thriller with a fascinating supernatural twist' Jane IsaacIf you go down to the woods todayWhen DC Rose Gifford is called to investigate the death of a woman in Elford Country Park, she knows there is more to the case than meets the eye. Suzette's broken body was found at the foot of a climbing centre after a terrible storm but this was no accident. Was it?You're in for a big surpriseSuzette isn't the only person to have died in the woods. The park has claimed three other young lives and there must be a connection.Trade Review'Green takes us through this twisty, tightly packed thriller with her usual panache. Her writing is exciting, often darkly humorous and honed to perfection.' My Weekly ‘A fascinating, eerie, and compelling police procedural with a creepy edge, and a knockout protagonist. Procedurally very tight, so get on and get it ordered!’ Neil Lancaster ‘With shades of The Sixth Sense and lead character so likable, I want to invite her round for dinner, I loved Down Among The Dead. It was twisty and dark, compelling and deeply satisfying. Loved it!’ Rachael Blok ‘Dark, spooky and mysterious – another compelling case for DC Rose Gifford and a treat for fans of C.S. Green’s addictive series of novels.’ Emma Haughton ‘Another gripping crime thriller with a fascinating supernatural twist’ Jane Isaac ‘Where has this series been all my life? A binge-worthy police procedural with a difference. Spooky, thought-provoking and compelling. I loved it!’ Catherine Quinn 'Supernatural, yet plausible fiction is incredibly difficult to get right but CS Green manages it with ease, and, with Rose, has also managed to create a credible and likeable main character. The book is beautifully paced with a gorgeous dollop of humour and although I love this series you could easily read 'Down Among the Dead' as a first introduction to the fascinating world of a very unusual police department.' Sinead Crowley

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Book SynopsisWhat an absolute corker! More twists than your local theme park rollercoaster!' NetGalley review ?????Reading it felt like watching a movie peeking through my fingers' NetGalley review ?????Everyone has secrets. And now, one of mine is yours'Best friends Hollie and Niamh tell each other everything. Behind the village of Abingworth's closed doors, every family has its secrets and their doors might hide the worst ones of all.One day Hollie tells Niamh about a devastating discovery, swears her to secrecy, then vanishes. The villagers claim to know nothing. But when Hollie's body is found, the police know one of their number isn't just a liar, but a killerWhat did Hollie tell Niamh before she died? And who would kill to keep it hidden?After all, two can keep a secret if one of them is deadA completely unputdownable suspense thriller that will leave you reeling at the final twistPerfect for fans of BA Paris and Claire McGowan.Readers are GRIPPED by The Secret:The ending! Omg I did not evTrade ReviewPraise for The Secret: ‘A cracker of a read’ Belfast Telegraph Praise for Debbie Howells: ‘A dazzling debut from a writer who looks to me to have an exceptional future. Howells’ novel has a rare freshness and depth that set her apart’ Daily Mail ‘Sharply written with characters that keep you guessing until the very last page, this story holds you tight and then drops you like a stone’ Liz Nugent ‘A terrific new talent. She paints with words and takes a scalpel to emotions’ Peter James ‘Haunting’ Good Housekeeping ‘I was completely immersed for the entire time and couldn’t wait to find out what happened next. A superb thriller’ B.P. Walter ‘I raced through this book, compelled to keep turning the pages to unravel the secrets. Kept me guessing right until the last moment. Trust NO ONE! A sinister, twisty tale you won’t want to put down’ Sam Carrington ‘The Vow is a well-crafted whodunnit, with enough red herrings to keep you guessing until the end. An intriguing plot with a host of characters that leave you wondering who you can trust!’ Wendy Clarke

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Book SynopsisNo one is innocent in this story.First Rule: Make them like you.Second Rule: Make them need you.Third Rule: Make them pay.They think I'm a young, idealistic law student, that I'm passionate about reforming a corrupt and brutal system.They think I'm working hard to impress them.They think I'm here to save an innocent man on death row.They''re wrong. I'm going to bury him.What people are saying about The Murder RuleIngenious' Sunday TimesThoroughly engrossing' Mail on SundayMeticulously planned and beautifully executed, this is glorious storytelling to rival John Grisham' Daily MailThe Murder Rule holds one's interest from its cheeky opening pages through its final scene' Wall Street JournalGripping and full of tension, with twist after unexpected twist. You'll devour it' Karin SlaughterA fast-paced, clever and totally thrilling story that you will want to read in one sitting'' Jane CaseyAnyone who enjoys true crime podcasts will not want to miss this book' Jackie KablerThe Murder Rule is utterly absorbing, entertaining and intriguing' Liz NugentDervla McTiernan has become one of my favourite writers, and if you read The Murder Rule, she will quickly become one of yours' Don WinslowLoved it, really gripped' Jane FallonPacy and intelligent' Patricia GibneyTaut, gripping, beautifully written' Simon LelicThis is McTiernan at a whole new level' Jo SpainThoroughly addictive' Anna DownesDeceptive and devious, this twisted and turned in exactly the way I hoped it would' Sam HollandTrade Review ‘Ingenious’ SUNDAY TIMES ‘Thoroughly engrossing’ MAIL ON SUNDAY ‘Meticulously planned and beautifully executed, this is glorious storytelling to rival John Grisham.’ DAILYMAIL ‘The Murder Rule holds one’s interest from its cheeky opening pages through its final scene.’ WALL STREET JOURNAL ‘Gripping and full of tension, with twist after unexpected twist. You’ll devour it’ KARIN SLAUGHTER 'A drop-everything book, The Murder Rule has an amazing set-up. This is a fast-paced, clever and totally thrilling story that you will want to read in one sitting.' JANE CASEY ‘Anyone who enjoys true crime podcasts will not want to miss this book. It turns the concept of an Innocence Project on its head– a legal thriller unlike any I’ve ever read! I loved it.’ JACKIE KABLER “Loved it, really gripped” JANE FALLON “Pacy and intelligent” PATRICIA GIBNEY “Taut, gripping, beautifully written” SIMON LELIC “This is McTiernan at a whole new level” JO SPAIN “Thoroughly addictive” ANNA DOWNES “A fascinating story about innocence and justice” PETRONELLA MCGOVERN “Tense and fascinating, dripping with the sort of suspense and intrigue we've come to depend on from Dervla McTiernan” CHRISTIAN WHITE “Deceptive and devious, this twisted and turned in exactly the way I hoped it would, resulting in an ultimately satisfying conclusion” SAM HOLLAND “The Murder Rule is utterly absorbing, entertaining and intriguing” LIZ NUGENT “Dervla McTiernan has become one of my favourite writers, and if you read The Murder Rule, she will quickly become one of yours. This book is diabolically clever, highly compelling, and deeply moving” DON WINSLOW

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Book SynopsisThe first in a gripping new crime thriller series set in Yorkshire, for fans of Ian Rankin and Joseph Knox.A striking debut' Peter RobinsonThe twisted big brother to Happy Valley' Michael WoodOn a Thursday night in February, DS Joe Romano finds himself back on home turf in Wortley, West Leeds. He's following up on the disappearance of drug dealer Craig Shaw.It's the start of a case that could make or break Romano's career. Because Shaw is about to go from missing to murdered.While some don't think Shaw's killer should be brought to justice, Romano believes every life counts. But he's running out of time.The killer is ready to strike again. And Romano will be forced to question whether anyone has the right to kill.A gritty, uncompromising thriller' Paul Finch, author of One Eye OpenA commercial thriller that highlights hot-button regional and national issues . . . sure to generate conversation' Yorkshire PostA modern take on the classic police procedural' Russ Thomas, author of FirewatcTrade Review‘A striking debut. John Barlow’s Right to Kill offers an intriguing plot and a gritty sense of place. I hope we’ll be seeing a lot more of DS Joe Romano in the future’ Peter Robinson, Sunday Times bestselling author of the DCI Banks series ‘Yorkshire Noir at its most authentic. A gritty, uncompromising thriller, but written from the heart.’ Paul Finch, Sunday Times bestselling author of author of the DS Mark Heckenburg series ‘Joe Romano is a modern take on the classic police procedural detective… Welcome to the mean streets of Leeds… the best and worst that Yorkshire has to offer’ Russ Thomas, Sunday Times bestselling author of Firewatching ‘The twisted big brother to Happy Valley’ Michael Wood, author of the DCI Matilda Darke series ‘Breakneck pace, terrific protagonist and a kick-ass sidekick . . . The sense of place just leaps off the page’ Neil Lancaster, author of the Tom Novak series ‘A strong start to a new series . . . Joe Romano is a compelling lead’ Dominic Nolan, author of Past Life ‘An excellent, pacy story that’s full of heart . . . DS Joe Romano is a new favourite’ Chris McDonald, author of the DI Erika Piper series ‘Yorkshire's got a new hero in DS Romano. Fast-paced and full of heart, Right to Kill is the start of a thrilling new crime series.’ Nick Quantrill, author of the Joe Geraghty series ‘An outstandingly good first instalment: the next one can’t come soon enough.’ The Quietus

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Book SynopsisDon't miss Faith Martin's fiendishly clever new novel, Murder by Candlelight, set in the 1920s and described as the perfect village mystery' by J.M. HallThe pairing of Ryder and Loveday is a stroke of genius.' Clare Chase, author of the Eve Mallow and Tara Thorpe mysteriesShe was dressed in a long white gown, embroidered with tiny flowers. Her body was wrapped in colourful ribbons that floated in the breeze. But underneath the swathe of golden hair, a string of darkly smudged bruises ringed her neck.As May Day dawns in the peaceful village of Middle Fenton, a young woman is found brutally strangled, her body tied up with ribbons in the middle of the green. A week later, her boyfriend is found hanged in a local barn, and the police assume guilt over murdering his beloved has driven him to suicide but not everyone is convinced.WPC Trudy Loveday and coroner Clement Ryder are sent to investigate, and quickly realise that there's a double murderer on the loose.But the killer has already shTrade ReviewPraIse for the Ryder & Loveday series:‘A beautifully crafted crime mystery I could not put down.’ Anita Davison, author of the Flora Maguire series ‘A brilliant book! The pairing of Ryder and Loveday is a stroke of genius.’ Clare Chase, author of the Eve Mallow and Tara Thorpe mysteries ‘Absolutely loved it… The characters were some of the best I’ve read in a long time.’ Angela Marsons, no. 1 bestselling author of the Kim Stone series

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Book SynopsisI read this in one sitting and loved every minute of it. The detective story reads like an episode of Vera.' 5 stars, NetGalley reviewerNo secret can stay buried foreverAs the Whitworth family begin renovations on their new home, their plans are brought to an abrupt end when they discover a body buried in the back garden.DI Isabel Bloodand her team are called to investigate, but as she approaches Ecclesdale Drive, a feeling of unease settles in her gut.The property cordoned off is number 23. The house she used to live in as a childThe forensic team estimate that the body has been in the ground for up to forty years coinciding with the time Isabel's family lived in the house.Isabel's father vanished without a trace when she was fourteen years old. And with her mother remaining tight-lipped about her father's disappearance, Isabel can't escape the unnerving sense of dread that it's his body, buried in the garden.Fans of Vera, Val McDermid and Elly Griffiths will love In Cold Blood!Reade

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Book SynopsisTrade Review‘Gripping and pacy’ Steve Cavanagh ‘A hugely promising debut’ Irish Independent ‘A dark, disturbing and gripping read perfect for fans of Jane Casey, Patricia Gibney and Brian McGilloway. Sharon Dempsey will be one to watch!’ Claire Allan 'Deftly and compellingly written, Sharon Dempsey cleverly brings the strands of this story together and creates a disturbing journey towards a shocking truth.' Anthony Quinn ‘A gripping exploration of fractured families, grieving children and how the crimes of yesterday still echo today … A twisting tale of intrigue that never lets up.’ Brian McGilloway 'An intriguing, sophisticated read told in an authentic voice … A powerful story about conflict and the shadows it leaves behind.' Kelly Creighton ‘A dark, twisting, compelling tale … Sharon is part of a new generation of crime writers able to mine Northern Ireland’s troubled history to craft gripping stories for today.’ Stuart Neville

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Book SynopsisThe Missing Children Case Files: Case 6Mind-blowingly addictive!' Samantha Lee Howe,USA Today-bestselling author ofThe Stranger in Our BedThree decades of disappearancesEvery day bestselling investigative journalist Emma Hunter fails to solve the string of abductions corroding the south coast of England could end with another child's grave.Two decades of searchingAfter a brutal shooting in Leicestershire pulls the rug from beneath her meticulously crafted research, the local police in the small Midlands town tell her the suspect wants to speak to her.One second of shattering realisationBut when Emma arrives on the scene there's no sign of the suspect. Instead the police start questioning her. Because the woman they're holding in their cells is not who she seems. She's not remotely who she seems.The sixth instalment in The Missing Children Case Files concludes this unmissable crime saga about what happens when those charged with protecting us betray us perfect for fans of Jeffery Deave

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Book Synopsis*Don't miss The Stranger in Our BedNow a major motion picture starring Samantha Bond, Emily Berrington and Ben Lloyd-Hughes*One of the deadliest female assassins I've ever encountered in fiction' Brendan DuBois, New York Times-bestselling author of The End with James PattersonKilling Eve meets Jason BourneThe house of killers always had one objective: to train a class of warriors that would elevate the Network from the national to the international the amateur to the elite. It was the perfect poison Radicalisation by virtue of not knowing any different.They never expected their most notorious child to claw his way back to the beating heart of MI5. Consumed by hurt and rage, Michael Kensington has his own objective: Neva.But as the body count rises like a tide that will sweep them all into oblivion, Neva will stop at nothing to make him understand that everything is at stake.Because there's only one way to push back against the tide Together.Kill a Spy is the third jaw-dropping instalm

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERImmensely grippingStayed up till past 2am to finish this' Sophie HannahFour people walked into the dining room that night. One would never leave.Matthew: the perfect husband.Titus: the perfect son.Charlie: the perfect illusion.Rachel: the perfect stranger.Charlie didn't want her at the book club. Matthew wouldn't listen.And that's how Charlie finds himself slumped beside his husband's body, their son sitting silently at the dinner table, while Rachel calls 999, the bloody knife still gripped in her hand.Classic crime meets Donna Tartt in this nerve-shredding domestic noir thriller that weaves a sprawling web of secrets around an opulent West London world and the dinner that ends in death.Praise for The Dinner Guest:Could not put this book down, kept me guessing the entire way. Wow! A triumph from B P Walter' Susan Lewis, bestselling author of Forgive MeI couldn''t put this down. Suspenseful and well crafted, this is twisty, addictive reading to add to your liTrade Review‘Stayed up till past 2am to finish this! Well done, B P Walter – immensely gripping!’ Sophie Hannah, Sunday Times-bestselling author of the Hercule Poirot Mysteries ‘Could not put this book down, kept me guessing the entire way. Wow! A triumph from B P Walter’ Susan Lewis, bestselling author of FORGIVE ME ‘I couldn't put this down. Suspenseful and well crafted, this is twisty, addictive reading to add to your list’ Debbie Howells, bestselling author of THE VOW and Richard and Judy Book Club pick THE BONES OF YOU ‘So many secrets and lies and such a compelling story; I had NO idea how this one was going to end, only that I couldn’t stop reading it until I found out’ Jackie Kabler, bestselling author of THE PERFECT COUPLE ‘Dark and twisted, THE DINNER GUEST is a captivating, atmospheric story of secrets and lies set within the world of old-school London money. It had me second-guessing every page. Pure delicious escapism!’ Charlotte Duckworth, bestselling author of THE PERFECT FATHER ‘I loved this book, full of buried secrets and twists. It caught me from the beginning, and I had NO idea how it would play out, but what a great finale! B P Walter has created three-dimensional characters with such nuance and observation. Wonderful – highly recommended!’ Elisabeth Carpenter, bestselling author of 99 RED BALLOONS ‘A gripping page turner from cover to cover. Richly drawn characters you love to hate and hate to love leading to a finale you won’t see coming’ Michael Wood, bestselling author of the DCI Matilda Darke Thrillers ‘Devoured this … Twisty, compelling and full of deliciously despicable characters, it had me stumped til the final chapters … a smashing read’ Lisa Hall, bestselling author of THE PERFECT COUPLE Praise for A VERSION OF THE TRUTH: ‘Devilishly well-plotted, crisply written – and a hell of a lot of fun. What a smashing debut!’ A.J. Finn, #1 bestselling author of THE WOMAN IN THE WINDOW

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Book SynopsisA nail-biting, award-winning crime novel from the author of The Echo Man!Trade Review‘Riveting reading … Packed with suspense, it is a story that horrifies and hypnotises at the same time’ Daily Mail ‘The Twenty is smart and brooding, icepick-sharp and shadow-dark; best of all, though, it’s scary as hell. Think you’re tough? Pick up this novel and prove it’ A. J. Finn, author of The Woman in the Window ‘Fast and furious, Sam Holland doesn’t take her foot off the pedal for a second’ Victoria Selman, author of Truly Darkly Deeply ‘If you like crime that’s dark, twisted, and keeps you up all night, Holland is the author for you’ Jack Jordan, author of Do No Harm ‘Really disturbing and gripping but with a trademark sexy cop at the heart to offset the serial killer gore. Lots of fun in a very nightmarish way’ Harriet Tyce, author of Blood Orange ‘Fierce, frightening, twisted and addictive. The Twenty grips you by the throat and keeps on squeezing until the very end’ Chris Whitaker, author of We Begin at the End ‘So dark you almost have to look away yet so compelling you can't stop turning the next page’ Tim Glister, author of Red Corona ‘Can you read a book while peeking through your fingers? When it’s as clever and addictive as The Twenty, you can’ Jo Furniss, author of All the Little Children ‘Troubling and twisty and terrifying’ Stig Abell, author of Death Under a Little Sky ‘Fascinating, complex characters, whose relationships are every bit as humanly messy as the crime scenes they face’ Dominic Nolan, author of Vine Street ‘Gripped me right from page one’ L.V. Matthews, author of The Twins ‘A truly gripping page turner that will make your veins pump and your fingers curl’ Heather Critchlow, author of Unsolved ‘Characters that leap off the page and more than enough murders to satisfy the most bloodthirsty’ Rachael Blok, author of Under the Ice ‘Sharp as a razor and jam packed with heart-in-mouth moments that’ll leave you reeling’ Robert Scragg, author of the Porter & Styles series

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Book SynopsisA nail-biting, award-winning crime novel from the author of The Echo Man!A shocking crime sceneDCI Adam Bishop has never seen anything like it. Five murder victims all with numbers written above their bodies. And the spray-painted daubs reveal a horrific truth: the killer is counting downA case that twists and turnsWhen Dr Romilly Cole learns of the murders, they trigger memories of a traumatic past she has tried hard to forget. But getting involved with the case is a bad idea. She and Bishop have history and working together could never end well.A race against time to stop a killerAdam and Romilly soon realise the truth lies in a decades-old case, and only Romilly holds the key. But they must act quickly, because with every passing day, there are more victims. And as the numbers edge toward zero, the murders get closer to homeThe countdown has begun. Who will die next?The Twenty is smart and brooding, icepick-sharp and shadow-dark; best of all, though, it's scary as hell. Think you're tough? Pick up this novel and prove it'A. J. Finn, author of The Woman in the WindowFierce, frightening, twisted and addictive. The Twenty grips you by the throat and keeps on squeezing until the very end'Chris Whitaker, author of We Begin at the EndRiveting reading Packed with suspense, it is a story that horrifies and hypnotises at the same time'Daily MailFast and furious, Sam Holland doesn't take her foot off the pedal for a second'Victoria Selman, author of Truly Darkly DeeplyIf you like crime that's dark, twisted, and keeps you up all night, Holland is the author for you'Jack Jordan, author of Do No HarmReally disturbing and gripping but with a trademark sexy cop at the heart to offset the serial killer gore. Lots of fun in a very nightmarish way'Harriet Tyce, author of Blood Orange* THE ECHO MAN won the Bronze Bat for Best Debut Thriller in October 2022, and THE TWENTY won the Silver Bat for best thriller of the year in October 2023, at the Netherlands Thriller Festival.Trade Review‘Riveting reading … Packed with suspense, it is a story that horrifies and hypnotises at the same time’ Daily Mail ‘The Twenty is smart and brooding, icepick-sharp and shadow-dark; best of all, though, it’s scary as hell. Think you’re tough? Pick up this novel and prove it’ A. J. Finn, author of The Woman in the Window ‘Fast and furious, Sam Holland doesn’t take her foot off the pedal for a second’ Victoria Selman, author of Truly Darkly Deeply ‘If you like crime that’s dark, twisted, and keeps you up all night, Holland is the author for you’ Jack Jordan, author of Do No Harm ‘Really disturbing and gripping but with a trademark sexy cop at the heart to offset the serial killer gore. Lots of fun in a very nightmarish way’ Harriet Tyce, author of Blood Orange ‘Fierce, frightening, twisted and addictive. The Twenty grips you by the throat and keeps on squeezing until the very end’ Chris Whitaker, author of We Begin at the End ‘So dark you almost have to look away yet so compelling you can't stop turning the next page’ Tim Glister, author of Red Corona ‘Can you read a book while peeking through your fingers? When it’s as clever and addictive as The Twenty, you can’ Jo Furniss, author of All the Little Children ‘Troubling and twisty and terrifying’ Stig Abell, author of Death Under a Little Sky ‘Fascinating, complex characters, whose relationships are every bit as humanly messy as the crime scenes they face’ Dominic Nolan, author of Vine Street ‘Gripped me right from page one’ L.V. Matthews, author of The Twins ‘A truly gripping page turner that will make your veins pump and your fingers curl’ Heather Critchlow, author of Unsolved ‘Characters that leap off the page and more than enough murders to satisfy the most bloodthirsty’ Rachael Blok, author of Under the Ice ‘Sharp as a razor and jam packed with heart-in-mouth moments that’ll leave you reeling’ Robert Scragg, author of the Porter & Styles series

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Book SynopsisGritty, compelling and laced with menace'Mel SherrattIf you like Martina Cole and Kimberley Chambers you will LOVE [Caz Finlay]' ?????Reader ReviewThe unmissable Liverpool gangland crime dramaOLD GAMEWhen several young prostitutes are found murdered in Liverpool, DI Leigh Moss knows there is only one person she can turn to for help with the case. Gangland queen, Grace Carter, knows the streets of Liverpool better than anyone and can ask questions Leigh can'tbut will Grace help?NEW RULESGrace doesn't trust easily, but when she discovers that her family might be linked with the gruesome murders, she decides to give Leigh a chance. But helping Leigh is risky and as Grace is dragged deeper into the murky world of vice, her own life is put in danger.Can these two sworn enemies work together?Or is that a line they will never cross?Readers have been GRIPPED by this brand new dramaAbsolutely brilliant . . . edge of my seat' ?????Well-written . . . intricately woven with drama, suspense, intrigTrade Review‘Absolutely brilliant . . . edge of my seat’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Well-written . . . intricately woven with drama, suspense, intrigue, twists and turns’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Love reading something set in my home city with such strong characters’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fast paced and I couldn’t put it down. I read it in one sitting’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If you like Martina Cole and Kimberley Chambers you will LOVE this author’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I am kicking myself why I haven’t read a Caz Finlay book before . . . brilliant’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A cracker of a book’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Grace Sumner is back and taking no prisoners in Caz Finlay’s follow up to The Boss! A gritty, gangland read that will have you on the edge of your seat, Back in the Game is intense and explosive reading! I bloody loved it!’ Noelle Holten, bestselling author of Dead Inside ‘Caz Finlay’s gritty tale of twisted loyalties and brutal betrayal had me gripped from the very first page’ Amanda Brooke, author of The Widows’ Club ‘Grace is back, but she’s got a secret… This powerful story of family loyalties and vengeance will leave you breathless with excitement and terror as it twists and turns through the back streets of Liverpool. Fans of Martina Cole and Kimberley Chambers will love Caz Finlay; she’s fast becoming the boss of gangland thrillers’ Mary Torjussen, author of The Closer You Get

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Book SynopsisA thriller that will have you on the edge of your seat from the first page to the last!A kidnapped childA young boy is snatched in broad daylight outside his Stockholm nursery. He has vanished without a trace.A race against timeDetective Mina Dabiri calls on her close friend Vincent to help with the investigation. As they uncover links to other missing children, it becomes clear they are up against the clock.A world full of secretsThen Mina and Vincent find themselves caught up in a mysterious cult with terrifying motives. Can they stop them before it's too late?Trade ReviewPraise for Camilla Lackberg: ‘A sexy, sensational novel with intoxicating vengeance and an unexpected tenderness – The Golden Cage is tensely and skillfully drawn’ Karin Slaughter ‘Lackberg’s new embrace of a terrifying revenge scenario furnishes visceral psychological crime.’ Financial Times ‘The Golden Cage is a twisting, brutal tale of betrayal and revenge. Lackberg paints a vivid portrait of a dark and complicated anti-heroine who is both the abused and abuser, victim and victimizer. A chilling, timely read sure to thrill her international legion of fans!’ Lisa Unger,New York Times bestselling author of The Stranger Inside ‘A wonderful, take-no-prisoners mashup of Gone Girl, Billions, and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’ Chris Bohjalian, New York Times best-selling author of The Flight Attendant and The Red Lotus ‘Camilla Läckberg is a master of psychological suspense: she grabbed me by the throat with this sharply written, wildly entertaining tale of wealth, power and revenge and kept me up straight through the night’ Cristina Alger, New York Times best-selling author of Girls Like Us ‘Domesticity and brutality are Lackberg staples… Tightly plotted… Unflinching’ Sunday Times ‘Heart-stopping and heart-warming … a masterclass in Scandinavian crime writing’ Val McDermid ‘Pacy … with flashing insight into the dark places of the psyche’ Sunday Times ‘A top-class Scandinavian crime writer’ The Times ‘The rock star of Nordic Noir’ Independent ‘Lackberg is an expert at mixing scenes of domestic cosiness with blood-curdling horror’ Guardian ‘Both chilling and thrilling’ Sun ‘A satisfying and counterintuitive clash between the cosy and gruesome strands of the genre’ Guardian

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Book SynopsisA brilliant pulse-racing thriller that I could not put down' NetGalley reviewer, ?????The girl was lying face-down, the soles of her socks covered in fresh grass stains. Her wavy, chestnut hair fanned out across the pavement, as if across a pillow. She almost looked as if she was asleepWhen a teenage girl is found dead on a quiet suburban street,Detective Meredith Somersetis called to the scene. The victim is shoeless, the only clue to her identity a silver heart-shaped charm hidden in her grass-stained sock. Did she run from her killer across the smooth lawns of Willow Lane? And if so, how did no one in the surrounding houses see or hear a thing?As Meredith investigates, she's haunted by flashbacks. Years ago her little sister disappeared in broad daylight, and no one saw a thing then either. It's the reason Meredith became a detectiveto get the justice her sister never didand she won't stop until she gets the truth.Meredith needs answers. But Willow Lane has more than one mystery beh

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Book SynopsisThe gripping new instalment in the William Warwick series, An Eye for an Eye, is available to pre-order now!An unputdownable story of murder, revenge and betrayal from international number one bestseller Jeffrey Archer.THE CLOCK IS TICKING IN THIS ROLLERCOASTER RIDE OF A THRILLERIn London, the Metropolitan Police set up a new Unsolved Murders Unit a cold case squad to catch the criminals nobody else can.In Geneva, millionaire art collector Miles Faulkner convicted of forgery and theft was pronounced dead two months ago.So why is his unscrupulous lawyer still representing a dead client?On a luxury liner en route to New York, the battle for power within a wealthy dynasty is about to turn to murder.And at the heart of all three investigations are Detective Chief Inspector William Warwick, rising star of the Met, and ex-undercover operative Ross Hogan, brought in from the cold.But can they catch the killers before it's too late?Praise for Jeffrey Archer:Probably the greatest storytelleTrade Review‘A fabulous read for any newcomers, written by a masterful storyteller’ Sunday Express ‘A cracking read’ Daily Mail ‘A bold, rollercoaster thriller’ Platinum Praise for Jeffrey Archer: ‘Probably the greatest storyteller of our age’ Mail on Sunday 'Peerless master of the page turner' Daily Mail 'If there were a Nobel Prize for storytelling, Archer would win' Daily Telegraph ‘Archer is a master entertainer’ Time

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Book Synopsis24 hours to stop the crime of the century The race against time is about to begin THE TOWER OF LONDON Impenetrable. Well protected. Secure. Home to the most valuable jewels on earth. But once a year, the Metropolitan Police must execute the most secret operation in their armoury when they transport the Crown Jewels across London. SCOTLAND YARD For four years, Chief Superindendent William Warwick together with his second-in-command Inspector Ross Hogan has been in charge of the operation. And for four years it's run like clockwork. THE HEIST But this year, everything is about to change. Because master criminal Miles Faulkner has set his heart on pulling off the most outrageous theft in history and with a man on the inside, the odds are in his favour. Unless Warwick and Hogan can stop him before iTrade ReviewPraise for Jeffrey Archer: 'Archer always delivers, and this heist thriller hits the spot again' The Sun on Traitors Gate 'Archer can still tell a gripping yarn' The Sunday Times on Traitors Gate ‘Probably the greatest storyteller of our age’ Mail on Sunday 'Peerless master of the page turner' Daily Mail 'If there were a Nobel Prize for storytelling, Archer would win' Daily Telegraph ‘Archer is a master entertainer’ Time

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Book SynopsisA gripping new crime series for fans of Val McDermid, Jane Casey and Cara HunterGold-standard crime writing' Erin KinsleyAn impressive start in an exciting new series' The SunAuthentic and atmospheric' Adele Parks, PlatinumPacked with authenticity' Mail OnlineEvidence never lies But people do.CSI Ally Dymond's commitment to justice has cost her a place on the major investigations team. After exposing corruption in the ranks, she's stuck working petty crimes on the sleepy North Devon coast.Then the body of nineteen-year-old Janie Warren turns up in the seaside town of Bidecombe, and Ally's expert skills are suddenly back in demand.But when the evidence she discovers contradicts the lead detective's theory, nobody wants to listen to the CSI who landed their colleagues in prison.Time is running out to catch a killer no one is looking for no one except Ally. What she doesn't know is that he's watching, from her side of the crime scene tape, waiting for the moment to strike.I genuinely found it hard to put down. The writing is beautifully paced and the double viewpoint creates great tension.' Alex Gray''Fiendishly clever plotting. I was hooked from start to finish' Sarah Stovell, author of Other ParentsWhat readers are saying about Breakneck PointWOW!! A debut novel that had me hooked from the very start . . . Five stars out of five just isn't high enough' ?????So highly recommended and an easy five stars and a MUST READ!!!'' ?????A really terrific book with relatable characters and an ending that took me by surprise' ?????A really juicy, police procedural/thriller with a fantastic protagonist' ?????I read a lot of crime genre books, but this has really blown me away. . . Can't wait for the next one' ?????Trade Review‘An impressive start in an exciting new series’ The Sun ‘Fresh, vivid and totally engrossing: this is gold-standard crime writing bearing the unmistakable hallmark of authenticity’ Erin Kinsley, Sunday Times bestselling author of the Found ‘Packed with authenticity’ Mail Online ‘A page tuner that will appeal to fans of Broadchurch’ Adele Parks, Platinum ‘This could turn into a gem of a series’ Sunday Post 'Fiendishly clever plotting. I was hooked from start to finish’ Sarah Stovell, author of Other Parents ‘A tightly-plotted, well-paced story with a disturbingly manipulative, evil villain at its core’ Country and Townhouse ‘I genuinely found it hard to put down. The writing is beautifully paced and the double viewpoint creates great tension’ Alex Gray, Sunday Times bestselling author of the DCI Lorimer Series 'It’s difficult to accept that Breakneck Point is a debut novel as T. Orr Munro’s writing is exciting, genuine and convincing’ My Weekly ‘An intriguing plot with a compelling and unusual storyline’ Rachel Abbott, bestselling author of Close Your Eyes ‘Fascinating and very compelling. Ally is complex and engaging, and her character makes for a gusty, unpredictable and emotionally taut plot’ John Barlow, author of Right to Kill ‘Fast-paced, suspenseful, with characters I want to see again . . . Kept me guessing until the end’ Alison Weatherby, author of The Secrets Act ‘An absolutely thrilling ride . . . An excellent crime novel and brilliant debut’ Rosemary Hennigan, author of The Truth Will Out

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Book SynopsisCrook has stepped on to the gore-slicked stage with a deliciously gruesome portfolio of twisty tales'DAILY MAIL'Plenty of creepy fun to be had'GUARDIANThere's a new horror behind every door Welcome to Silverweed Road a once quiet suburban street where nothing is quite as it seems. In this macabre collection of twisted tales, were-foxes prowl, a swimming pool turns predatory, a haunted urn plots revenge and a darts player makes a deal with the devil himself.As the residents vanish one by one, a sinister mystery slowly unpeels, lurking in the Woods at the road's dead-end.Creepy, chilling, and witty by turn, Silverweed Road deals in love, loss, isolation, loneliness, obsession, greed,and revenge.Come take a walk through suburban hell. The neighbours will be dying to meet you Trade Review‘A deliciously gruesome portfolio of twisty tales. You’ll find shades of Dahl…But what sets the stories apart is the visceral accuracy of the writing, which can infect a garden swimming pool with dread, or quite believably turn a man into a fox’DAILY MAIL ‘Terrifying’TIMEOUT ‘Clever, knowing, and sly’SAGA ‘This brilliant collection of stories includes murderous magpies, a sinister swimming pool, and brims with a a dark, witty sense of menace’BEST ‘Entertaining, quirky and more than a little hair-raising, this is a collection of stories which revels in atmospheric old-school horror’FANTASY HIVE ‘Short story and speculative fiction fans have a spine-tingling treat in store for them. SILVERWEED ROAD by debut Simon Crook is an intoxicating and chilling cocktail of J.G. Ballard, Roald Dahl, and Clive Barker. Impossible not to down it in one’Emlyn Rees, author of WANTED

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Book Synopsis*Don't miss The Lost Wife the brand new jaw-dropping thriller from Georgina Lees*Compelling, heartbreaking and beautifully written. This superb thriller will stay in my mind for a very long time' B P Walter, Sunday Times-bestselling author of The Dinner GuestHow well do you know your neighbour?Would you trust them with your life?I heard Emily before I saw her. The harsh smack of heels against cheap wooden floorboards. The loud phone calls. The incessant music.I knew Emily before I met her. Discarded receipts in our communal hallway. Sticky leftovers in the shared food waste bin. Wine shop vouchers in the letterbox.Now she's gone missing, and I'm the only one who can find her. The only one who can save her.Because I know her best, and I heard everything.The Girl Upstairs is a spine-tingling psychological thriller of grief and obsession that explores how lonely London can be and how sometimes it's our neighbours who see us most, who know us bestA must-read for fans of Lisa Jewell and SaTrade Review‘I am still at a loss for words. I have been chasing that Gone Girl high for so long when I read thrillers, and this one finally hit the mark’ Amber, NetGalley ‘WOW!!! I. COULD. NOT. PUT. THIS. DOWN. I read it all in ONE sitting! It was amazing! The storyline was captivating and engrossing while the main characters, Suzie and Emily, were so well written and interesting that I couldn't get enough of them. Plenty of suspense and twists to keep you guessing until the very end! Bravo!!’ Yamil, NetGalley ‘This book has the best details of any I have read this year!’ Connie, NetGalley ‘This was creepy AF and kept me guessing the entire time. Definitely not a predictable thriller and so many twists and turns’ Lisa, NetGalley ‘What a thrilling book! I was fascinated by the characters and twisting storyline. Lost a lot of sleep over it’ Anu, NetGalley ‘The creeping dread that became all-encompassing throughout this book was incredibly well done … will have you gripped from the first page!’ Lucy, NetGalley ‘This book was a page-turner from beginning to end’ Mandy, NetGalley

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Book SynopsisThis was such a brilliant whodunit thriller that I didn't want to put down. I picked it up in the morning and by lunchtime I was finished.' NetGalley Reviewer, ?????You can cover up the truth, but every murder leaves a trailThe rain was relentless. It stung Ruth Prendergast's face as she dashed towards her house, desperate to escape the cold and settle down for an early night. But upon entering her bedroom, she finds a man, lying on her bed a knife buried in his chest.When Detective Isabel Bloodand her sergeant arrive on the scene, Ruth claims she's never laid eyes on the victim before. But with no sign of a break-in, how did the killer gain access to the house?Then Ruth disappears, leaving Isabel and her team to fear the worst. Has their lead suspect escaped, or is Ruth in danger herself?Forensic evidence at the crime scene is sparse, and it's proving impossible for Isabel to make a breakthrough. With Ruth still missing, time is running out.But how can you catch a killer that doesn't

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Book SynopsisThis is a cracking page turner with twists galore. When I wasn''t reading it I was thinking of this book trying to work out what was going on.' NetGalley Reviewer, ?????Fans of Vera, Val McDermid and Elly Griffiths will love Last Seen Alive!When Anna Matheson fails to collect her son from the babysitter after a works party, the police are swiftly called. Anna is a stickler for time and a good mother she would never abandon her baby. Her disappearance is totally out of character and DI Isabel Blood and her team soon suspect foul play.CCTV footage shows Anna was last seen at precisely 11.11pm, as she collected her coat to leave the party. But the cameras outside the venue have failed to pick up her exit from the car park how could she have vanished in plain sight?Rumour has it that Anna was set to make big changes in the workplace, and Isabel can't help but think someone wanted her out of the way.Everyone at the party is a suspect, and all the clues point to murderReaders LOVE Last See

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Book SynopsisThe gripping new thriller and instant New York Times bestseller, perfect for escapist reading!The holiday of your dreamsWhen Lux and Nico get the chance to sail to a remote island off the coast of Hawaii, they're thrilled. It's the trip they've been dreaming of their whole lives.A tropical paradiseDespite a dark history of shipwrecks and murder, the island is beautiful. But they're not alone another group is already there.No one will hear your screamsIt's not long before cracks emerge, and someone goes missing. Then a body surfaces, and Lux starts to wonder if any of them are going to make it back to shore aliveA thriller worth staying up all night to finish' Julie Clark,author ofThe Flight Tantalises from page one' Katherine St. John, author ofThe Lion''s DenYou'll tear breathlessly through the pages' Kate White, author of Have You Seen Me?Trade Review‘A thriller worth staying up all night to finish’ Julie Clark, author of The Flight ‘Tantalises from page one’ Katherine St. John, author of The Lion's Den ‘You’ll tear breathlessly through the pages’ Kate White, author of Have You Seen Me? ‘A real tantalising read’ Belfast Telegraph Praise for Rachel Hawkins: ‘I was completely blown away…compulsive, irresistible’ Samantha Downing, bestselling author of My Lovely Wife ‘Kept me on the edge of my seat from the first page to the very last’ bestselling author Megan Miranda ‘Sharp, smart, tricky and fast-paced’ Kelly Harms, author of The Overdue Life of Amy Byler ‘Lightening paced, twisty, and great fun’ Jessica Knoll, bestselling author of Luckiest Girl Alive

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Book Synopsis The New York Times bestselling novel – an unputdownable story of murder, revenge and betrayal from international number one bestseller Jeffrey Archer. Trade Review Praise for Jeffrey Archer: ‘Probably the greatest storyteller of our age’ Mail on Sunday 'Peerless master of the page turner' Daily Mail 'If there were a Nobel Prize for storytelling, Archer would win' Daily Telegraph ‘Archer is a master entertainer’ Time

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Book SynopsisBestselling phenomenon Simon McCleave is back with a gripping, atmospheric new crime thriller series set on the Isle of Anglesey.Will there be blood in the water?Three years ago, DCI Laura Hart was the top Hostage and Crisis Negotiator for the Greater Manchester Police. Then her husband was kidnapped. Despite her best efforts to reason with the criminals, he was brutally murdered.Now living on the Isle of Anglesey in Wales, Laura is slowly healing. Then she gets a call: armed drug dealers have seized a tourist boat and her ten-year-old son Jake is on board. There's no other negotiator available, and the police need her to step up.With the life of a loved one yet again on the line and memories of the last time she failed still searingly fresh, Laura is living her worst nightmare. Can she lay to rest the ghosts of her past in time to save her son?An atmospheric, edge-of-your-seat read that's perfect for fans of LJ Ross, Ann Cleeves and Elly Griffiths.Action-packed! A great thriller in a gorgeous location.' international bestselling author Lisa Gardner''A harrowing story set against a stunning backdrop. Anglesey becomes McCleave''s newest brutal playground.' Morgan GreeneThe tension keeps you gripped until the last page.' Rachel McLeanReaders love The Dark Tide!This book was awesome! Suspense, intrigue, action, and great police work!'?????Another fantastic page-turner cleverly written and could easily be a TV show!' ?????Twists and turns aplenty within a well-paced, exciting narrative. A superlative and atmospheric thriller' ?????Excellent' ?????A gripping and sublime crime thriller topped with plenty of action and exciting storylines.' ?????This was an excellent read. Thoroughly recommended. It made me want to visit North Wales.' ?????Fantastic. I really enjoyed this book' ?????Do yourself a favour and get a copy of The Dark Tide you will not be disappointed.' ?????Trade Review‘A pulsating hijack thriller, the first in what promises to be an excellent new Anglesey-set thriller’ CHOICE MAGAZINE

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Book SynopsisBestselling phenomenon Simon McCleave is back with another gripping, atmospheric new crime thriller series set on the Isle of Anglesey, Wales.An intriguing crime thriller' The SunFull of twists and with plenty of atmosphere.' Million-copy bestseller Faith MartinSome secrets should stay buried for everTwo months since ex-Police Negotiator Laura Hart was forced back into action after her son's kidnap, she has re-joined the force as a DI. On her first day, an anonymous tip-off leads to the discovery of a skeleton in a crumbling castle ruin near the seaside town of Beaumaris, Anglesey.Laura can't wait to prove herself by solving the case and when the investigation leads her to MI5 and the Real IRA, she knows she's on the trail of something truly explosive.But some people will do anything to stop their secrets coming out as the rising body count shows. With the threat drawing in and her family yet again in danger, this time, is Laura in too deep?A pulse-pounding, atmospheric crime thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Perfect for fans of L.J. Ross, Ann Cleeves, Elly Griffiths and Val McDermid .Readers love Simon McCleave!The fact that I''ve already pre-ordered the next book in this series says it all really.' ?????If you''ve never read Simon's books, take the chance and find yourself a new go-to writer.' ?????Good action with unpredictable twists and turns to keep you from putting down the book.' ?????Thanks, Simon, for another great book- please keep em coming!!!' ?????Not enjoyed a book more for years! A real page-turner.' ?????Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE ANGLESEY SERIES: ‘McCleave weaves an ingenious backstory from the troubles in Ireland with a modern murder in Anglesey. Fantastic tension with a deftly written plot.’ – TIM SULLIVAN ‘Action-packed! A great thriller in a gorgeous location.’ – international bestselling author LISA GARDNER 'A harrowing story set against a stunning backdrop. Anglesey becomes McCleave's newest brutal playground.’ MORGAN GREENE ‘The tension keeps you gripped until the last page.’ RACHEL MCLEAN

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Book SynopsisONE HOUSEEIGHT KILLERSNO WITNESSESJeanette is the manager of a probation hostel that houses high risk offenders released on license.At 3am one morning, she receives a call telling her a resident has been murdered.Her whole team, along with the eight convicted murderers, are now all suspects in a crime no one saw committedDon't miss the first nerve-shredding standalone thriller from Noelle Holten, author of the Maggie Jamieson series.What readers are saying:This is hands down one of the best books I have read this year so far' Claire, 5* NetGalley reader reviewThis book was FANTASTIC! Like seriously, it kept me glued to the edge of my seat the entire time' Tiffiny, 5* NetGalley reader reviewI read this book in a couple of hours. It's a mystery that absolutely left me astounded' Lynn, 5* NetGalley reader reviewOMG this is going to be a tough mystery thriller to beat this year!' Alyssa, 5* NetGalley reader reviewAnother absolute belter of a read Holten has definitely left her mark in the Trade Review‘I loved this. A dark and chilling debut’ Robert Bryndza ‘Dark and gritty and kept me hooked until the very end. A Fantastic debut!’ Casey Kelleher ‘A chilling and disturbing look inside the lives of domestic abuse survivors and their abusers. This book is truly eye-opening. You will race through it and never see the end coming. Brilliant!’ Lisa Regan ‘A pacey, tight, immersive thriller full of powerful emotion and authentic procedural detail. Gripping stuff’ Chris Merritt ‘A hard-hitting, impressively authentic crime fiction debut … nuanced, highly readable, page turning, a definite cut above the rest. I urge you to read this book’ Howard Linskey ‘Extremely powerful, incredibly thought provoking and ringing with authenticity, this is an excellent debut’ M. W. Craven, author of the Washington Poe series ‘Noelle has conjured up a real page-turner here. The author's experience with damaged and damaging people really shines through bringing a great deal of grit to the drama. Add in some fascinating characters, relentless pace and a strong story and you have a winner on your hands’ Michael J Malone

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Book SynopsisInternational bestseller Jeffrey Archer returnsTrade Review Praise for Jeffrey Archer: ‘Probably the greatest storyteller of our age’ Mail on Sunday 'Peerless master of the page turner' Daily Mail 'If there were a Nobel Prize for storytelling, Archer would win' Daily Telegraph ‘Archer is a master entertainer’ Time

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Book Synopsis‘This fast paced, electric thriller races from page to page and keeps you guessing until the very end’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ He knows your name. Where you live. The car you drive. If you don’t play, your family will die. If you lose, you will. Trade Review‘Fast paced thriller that opens with a terrifying bang and doesn’t let up until the last page… Charlie Gallagher has crafted a twisty thriller that oozes fear and foreboding. His real-life experiences as a police detective shine through in the details and his skill as a writer are evident from the first page to the last. A great thriller that will have you reading through your fingers!’ OMJ Ryan Readers are gripped by Charlie Gallagher: ‘OUTSTANDING! STUNNING! THRILLING!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Unputdownable!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Nail-biting, can't-put–it-down thriller!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘I was gripped from first page… So many unexpected twists…FANTASTIC THRILLER!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

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Book SynopsisOne street, ten doors, who's the killer?The street that contains No.4 is a dark place, secrets linger and whispers of a murder haunt it. The residents have learnt to live with its sinister past, but when one of their own returns to hunt for the truth, their welcome is far from warmFifteen years ago, 35-year-old Henry Carr vanished outside his parents'' house on a run-down street in Manchester.Today, a cold case podcast has brought the disappearance to international attention.Now, a young journalist hopes that she might be able to get the locals to open up. After all, she was one of them. But returning won''t be easy; there are many reasons why Ruth fled six years ago.There's minimal evidence, no body and a street in silence. Yet Henry's elderly and dementia suffering mother, Marianne, appears haunted. She whispers and screams that her son was killed and buried on the street they call home.With the anniversary of Henry's disappearance fast approaching, Ruth has just days to uncover the Trade Review'Definitely the best book I’ve read this year. A wonderful cast of real characters, with an emotional, yet gripping, storyline. I was totally engrossed.' Mel Sherratt author of Taunting the Dead ‘Atmosphere and tension by the bucket-load, McManus has a natural gift of keeping you glued to the page.’ Jonathan Whitelaw author of The Bingo Hall Detectives and The Village Hall Vendetta ‘Long-buried secrets, compelling characters and a twist-a-minute plot kept me guessing to the final pages.’ R.P. Bolton author of The Perfect House and My Lovely Daughter - What readers on NetGalley are saying about The Secret at No.4: ‘There are very few books that from the first chapter have you hooked but this is most certainly one of them’ ‘A riveting and satisfying mystery’ ‘Will keep readers on the edge of their seats’ ‘Has more twists and turns than you can imagine which makes for an exhilarating read’ ‘The characters are well-developed and complex’ ‘The atmosphere in The Secret at No. 4 is palpable’

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