Crime and mystery: women sleuths / detectives
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Badlands
Book SynopsisInvestigator Cassie Dewell is thrust into the middle of a gang war in the crime series that inspired Big Sky. Can one woman tame them? 30º below zero, but Grimstad – like hell – hasn't frozen over. The middle-of-nowhere town has struck oil. As oil flows out, men and money flow in. And with them comes organized crime. Cassie Dewell, Grimstad's newly appointed deputy sheriff, has been thrust into the middle of a brutal gang war that's leaving bodies scattered across town. Cassie knows she's in over her head. But one witness keeps turning up at her crime scenes: a 12-year-old boy with a knack for being in the wrong place at the wrong time. And he might just be the key to her survival.Trade ReviewSolid-gold A-list must-read -- Lee ChildA suspenseful, professional-grade north country procedural whose heroine, a deft mix of compassion and attitude, would be welcome to return * Kirkus Reviews *The characters in Badlands are finely drawn and display interesting layers to their personalities. Even the bad guys doing ruthless and horrible things are made fascinating * Denver Post *Heart-stoppingly good * Daily Mail *
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Orion Publishing Co I Witness
Book Synopsis''A cracking thriller and a great female protagonist.'' C.J. Tudor, author of Sunday Times Bestseller The Chalk Man''I couldn''t put I,Witness down, this is a 2018 must-read'' Phoebe Morgan, author of The Doll House*************They say I''m a murderer.Six years ago, Kate Reynolds was found holding the body of her best friend; covered in blood, and clutching the knife that killed her.I plead guilty.Kate has been in prison ever since, but now her sentence is up. She is being released.But the truth is, I didn''t do it.There''s only one person who can help: Private Investigator Madison Attallee, the first officer on the scene all those years ago.But uncovering the truth means catching a killer.An incredibly gripping thriller with a twist you''ll never see coming. Fans of Persons Unknown by Susie Steiner, Strike''s The Cuckoo''s Calling by Robert GalTrade ReviewCracking thriller and a great female protagonist. Swearing, smoking, rock-music loving (and not neurotic or passive!) My kind of woman. * C.J. Tudor, author of The Chalk Man *I was swept away by this punchy, pacy thriller with its sharp characterisation and confident plotting. I devoured it in a single day. I particularly loved Madison's fabulously chain-smoking, hyper-feminine sharpness. There were so many things done well here - the presentation of domestic abuse, dysfunctional families, the uneven dynamic of female friendships that border on bullying - so much to enjoy. So looking forward to the next one. * Helen Callaghan, author of Dear Amy *Tough and uncompromising, I, Witness had me totally gripped. I'm looking forward to hearing more from PI Madison Attalee. * Alex Lake, author of Killing Kate, After Anna and Copy Cat *An absolutely gripping thriller founded on the horror of familial abuse and a great, flawed, female PI. There will be more Madison Attalee, I hope. * Dame Jenni Murray *Totally engaging, fast-paced and edgy ... completely captivating. I, Witness kept me guessing till the very end. Pick this book up if you're after a page-turner with attitude. * Elle Croft, author of The Guilty Wife *I couldn't put I,Witness down. A hugely accomplished novel with a dark, sad story at its heart - the characters are so well drawn that I felt every twist along with them as Mackay expertly manipulates the reader. With a wonderful, chain-smoking and perfume-spraying private detective driving the narrative, this is a 2018 must-read. * Phoebe Morgan, author of The Doll House *Cutting-edge gripping. * Sam King, author of The Choice *Had me hooked within two pages, it has every bit as much appeal as some of the bestsellers of the last few years, like Girl on the Train. * Robert Scragg, author of What Falls Between the Cracks *A humdinger of a thriller debut ... a maze of lies, deceit and danger. * Evening Telegraph *With a fantastic main character in the troubled PI Madison Attallee (hopefully we'll be seeing more of her), a slick plot and the clever device of switching viewpoints from Madison to Kate to her sister-in-law Claudia and even Naomi's mum, Anthea, author Niki MacKay pull us in and keeps us guessing right up to the end of this pacy murder-mystery. * My Weekly *Niki Mackay's debut novel is a grippy, gulp-it-down crime thriller, deliciously full of twists and switchback revelations. * Living Magazine *As addictive as Killing Eve. You Will not want to put it down. * The Lady *Mackay builds tension to a fever pitch and throws in more twists than a corkscrew. Readers will look forward to Madison's next case. * Publishers Weekly *
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Penguin Putnam Inc Pekoe Most Poison
Book SynopsisIn the latest Tea Shop Mystery from New York Times bestselling author Laura Childs, Theodosia Browning attends a “Rat Tea,” where the mice will play...at murder. When Indigo Tea Shop owner Theodosia Browning is invited by Doreen Briggs, one of Charleston’s most prominent hostesses, to a “Rat Tea,” she is understandably intrigued. As servers dressed in rodent costumes and wearing white gloves offer elegant finger sandwiches and fine teas, Theo learns these parties date back to early twentieth-century Charleston, where the cream of society would sponsor so-called rat teas to promote city rodent control and better public health. But this party goes from odd to chaotic when a fire starts at one of the tables and Doreen’s entrepreneur husband suddenly goes into convulsions and drops dead. Has his favorite orange pekoe tea been poisoned? Theo smells a rat. The distraught Doreen soon en
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Grand Central Publishing NYPD Red 6: With the Bonus Thriller Scott Free
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Canongate Books Scot on the Rocks
Book SynopsisLexy Campbell''s ex-husband begs for her help finding his current wife, whose disappearance mirrors that of a number of statues around California - menacing ransom note and all.A community is devastated when the bronze statue of local legend Mama Cuento is stolen on Valentine''s Day. When Lexy Campbell arrives on the scene, a big bronze toe is found along with a ransom note - "Listen to our demands or you will never see her again. There are nine more where this came from".Then, Lexy''s ex-husband Bran turns up begging for help to find his wife, Brandee, who has disappeared. Lexy agrees to pitch in, but when she shows up at Bran''s house he has just discovered one of Brandee''s false nails and another ransom note with the same grisly message.Are the two cases linked or is a copycat on the loose? Who would want to kidnap a bronze statue or, come to that, Brandee? And can Lexy put aside her hatred for Bran long enough to find out?
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Penguin Putnam Inc Eaves of Destruction
Book SynopsisContractor Shannon Hammer is good at two things: fixing up houses, and nailing down criminals.
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Cormorant Books,Canada Heat Wave
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Little, Brown & Company The Breakers
Book Synopsis New York Times bestselling author Marcia Muller is at her page-turning best in The Breakers, as she digs into a particularly disturbing corner of San Francisco's history--one that Sharon McCone may not escape alive.Sharon gets a request from her former neighbors the Curleys. Their usually dependable daughter, Chelle, hasn't answered their calls in over a week. Would Sharon check on her?Chelle, a house flipper, has been living at her latest rehab project: a Prohibition-era nightclub known as the Breakers, formerly a favored watering hole for San Francisco's elite, now converted into a run-down apartment building. There's something sinister about the quirky space, and Sharon quickly discovers why. Lurking in a secret room between two floors is a ghastly art gallery: photos and drawings of mass murderers, long ago and recent. Jack the Ripper. The Zodiac and Zebra killers. Charles Manson. What, an alarmed Sharon wonders, was
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Pan Macmillan Settled Blood
Book SynopsisMari Hannah is an award-winning author whose authentic voice is no happy accident. A former probation officer, she has contributed to CID training for Northumbria Police and lives in rural Northumberland with her partner, an ex-murder detective. Mari turned to scriptwriting when her career was cut short following an assault on duty. Her debut, The Murder Wall (adapted from a script she developed with the BBC) won her the Polari First Book Prize. Its follow-up, Settled Blood, picked up a Northern Writers' Award. She went on to be shortlisted for the Dagger in the Library and is currently Reader in Residence for Harrogate International Crime Writing Festival.Trade ReviewBrutal, shockingly realistic and satisfyingly unpredictable, this is a thrilling, chilling tale with an eclectic cast, formidable star player and charismatic location ideally suited to the small screen. * Clitheroe Advertiser *
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Kregel Publications,U.S. Burying Daisy Doe A Star Cavanaugh Cold Case
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Death on the Isle
Book SynopsisAmateur sleuth Astrid Swift investigates a maritime mystery in this cosy crime adventure set on the Isle of Wight. The sailors are ashore, and murder is afoot. It's summer in the Isle of Wight, and the islanders have little more to do than munch crab sandwiches, sip pints of Wight Squirrel, and complain about the hordes of tourists arriving for the world famous Cowes Week regatta. But when the local busybody drowns in the harbour, what was set to be a relaxing sailing festival starts to turn deadly. Art restorer Astrid Swift realises she has stumbled on a fresh case that only she and her new art-club friends can solve. Soon she is embroiled in an investigation involving a grand seafront mansion, a dead billionaire's nautical paintings, and a sailing prodigy who mysteriously went missing at sea three years ago. As the deaths stack up, and Astrid confronts ever more dangerous suspects, the Isle of Wight's reputation for being England's friendliest island is put to the test... Praise for the Astrid Swift mysteries: 'Feelgood fun.' The Times 'I romped through The Trust... A cosy debut set in a house brimming with secrets... An enchanting murder mystery.' Janice Hallett, author of The Appeal 'Macabre murders, quirky characters and delightful settings combine in a way that would make Midsomer proud.' Crime Fiction Lover 'A feisty heroine, an ingenious plot and a cast of quirky characters that soon feel like your best friends, make The Trust a cozy crime to savour.' Merryn Allingham, author of The Bookshop Murder 'Intelligent and gently humorous, with a suitably eccentric cast of characters.' M S Morris, author of the Bridget Hart booksTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR M.H. ECCLESTON: 'I romped through The Trust... A cosy debut set in a house brimming with secrets... An enchanting murder mystery' Janice Hallett, author of The Appeal. 'Intelligent and gently humorous, with a suitably eccentric cast of characters' M S Morris on The Trust. 'Macabre murders, quirky characters and delightful settings combine in a way that would make Midsomer proud' * Crime Fiction Lover *
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HarperCollins Publishers Girl Forgotten The gripping new latest 2022 crime
Book SynopsisThe stunning new thriller from international No.1 bestseller Karin Slaughter, author of Pieces of Her, now a major Netflix seriesA girl with a secretLongbill Beach, 1982. Emily Vaughn gets ready for prom night, the highlight of any high school experience. But Emily has a secret.And by the end of the evening, she will be dead.A murder that remains a mysteryForty years later, Emily's murder remains unsolved. Her friends closed ranks, her family retreated inwards, the community moved on. But all that's about to change.One final chance to uncover a killerAndrea Oliver arrives in town with a simple assignment: to protect a judge receiving death threats. But her assignment is a cover. Because, in reality, Andrea is here to find justice for Emily and to uncover the truth before the killer decides to silence her tooA Sunday Times No.1 bestseller for w/c 20/05/2018, 23/06/2019, 28/06/2020, and 04/07/2021This thriller delivers. It's twisty, touching and intense. I find it totally absorbing' AdeTrade Review‘This thriller delivers. It’s twisty, touching and intense. I find it totally absorbing’ Adele Parks, author of One Last Secret ‘This first-class detective thriller is a dark, sophisticated gem of a read’ Janice Hallett, author of The Appeal ‘An effortlessly accomplished thriller’ The Times Praise for Karin Slaughter ‘Heart-stopping one moment, heart-breaking the next’ Cara Hunter, author of All the Rage ‘Her heroines are believable, flawed and courageous’ Oyinkan Braithwaite, author of My Sister, The Serial Killer ‘Absorbing’ Sunday Times ‘I’d follow her anywhere’ Gillian Flynn ‘One of the boldest thriller writers working today’ Tess Gerritsen ‘Her characters, plot, and pacing are unrivalled’ Michael Connelly ‘Passion, intensity, and humanity’ Lee Child ‘A writer of extraordinary talents’ Kathy Reichs ‘Fiction doesn't get any better than this’ Jeffery Deaver ‘A great writer at the peak of her powers’ Peter James 'Karin Slaughter has – by far – the best name of all of us mystery novelists' James Patterson ‘It’s big, dark, rich, satisfying, and bloody – like a perfectly cooked steak’ Stuart MacBride ‘The queen of the explosive thriller’ Good Housekeeping ‘Rich characters and deft plotting make this an unputdownable story that will move you to the core. This is Slaughter's best yet’ Camilla Lackberg, author of the Fjallbacka series ‘A twisty, searingly contemporary mystery steeped in a dark past…catches your breath and keeps you gasping and guessing until the end’ Stacey Abrams, author of While Justice Sleeps ‘Karin Slaughter is a master of the thriller genre’ Francesca Momplaisir, author of My Mother’s House ‘Gripping, gruesome and emotionally powerful, this is Slaughter doing what she does best’ Mail on Sunday ‘As sharp and absorbing as ever’ Guardian ‘Slaughter’s novel is both a page-turner and a protest about how often sexual violence is overlooked’ Sunday Times
£8.59
Penguin Books Ltd Midnight
Book SynopsisTHE SPINE-TINGLING AND GRIPPING NEW THRILLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF SUNDAY TIMES CRIME BOOK OF THE MONTH, BREATHLESS''Enthralling. Combines an intricate murder mystery with lyrical passages describing ice cliffs and spectacular skies'' SUNDAY TIMES''Chillingly atmospheric, with sub-zero tension and a creeping plot that makes it impossible to look away'' JANICE HALLETT''A chilling, atmospheric rollercoaster of a read filled with clever unpredictable twists'' CLAIRE DOUGLAS''Transportive, absorbing and perfectly paced. You won''t want to miss it!'' LUCY CLARKE___________With her life back in London falling apart, Olivia cannot believe her luck when she''s invited on a once-in-a-lifetime Antarctic cruise with her boyfriend, Aaron.Olivia has never been anywhere so spectacular: huge cliffs of ice loom high on the horizon, penguins dive through the sparkling sea, aTrade ReviewEnthralling... combines an intricate murder mystery with lyrical passages describing ice cliffs and spectacular skies... She has an eye for edgy and unusual settings, and the new novel is easily as good as her first * Sunday Times *A chilling, atmospheric rollercoaster of a read filled with clever unpredictable twists and beautiful imagery of Antarctica. I loved it! Amy McCulloch is the queen of the adventure thriller! -- Claire DouglasAmy McCulloch is the ice queen of the stone-cold, twisting thriller. Midnight is chillingly atmospheric, with sub-zero tension and a creeping plot that makes it impossible to look away. I will never not read what she writes!" -- Janice HallettIn Midnight, Amy McCulloch takes us on her most adrenaline-fuelled adventure yet. Transportive, absorbing and perfectly paced. You won't want to miss it! -- Lucy ClarkeChills, thrills and intense suspense... Midnight is a clever mystery, a twisting page-turner, and a blistering adventure -- Chris WhitakerAn atmospheric, chilling book where Amy's knowledge of Antarctica shines through. It was difficult to put down -- Catherine CooperEnthralling. Combines an intricate murder mystery with lyrical passages describing ice cliffs and spectacular skies. Easily as good as her first * Sunday Times *Gripping, and as thrilling as a blast of Antarctic air -- Lou Morgan
£999.99
Penguin Putnam Inc The Shop on Royal Street
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C.J. Archer Murder at the Debutante Ball
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C.J. Archer Murder at the Crown and Anchor
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Kensington Publishing Killer Cupid
Book SynopsisMelanie Travis is taking a much-needed break from the dog show circuit for a romantic Valentine’s trip with her husband Sam, but when someone at their cozy Berkshires inn has an unexpected date with death, Melanie must slip into something sleuthier for the weekend . . . Melanie is delighted at the prospect of three uninterrupted days alone with Sam (and, of course, her prize-winning Standard Poodle, Faith). They’re booked at the White Birch Inn, a picturesque New England resort nestled at the foot of a snow-covered mountain. The inn has a full slate of couples activities planned for the busy Valentine''s weekend, but the first night of festivities feature an event that isn’t on the program: murder.As a person of interest in the case, Melanie tries to sneak a little detective work into her romantic getaway. But with the resort nearly sold out for the holiday weekend, there''s no shortage of suspects, and Melani
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Penguin Putnam Inc The Plot and the Pendulum
Book SynopsisHalloween is approaching in Briar Creek, and things get spooky when a skeleton is found and connected to a decades-old cold case in the newest Library Lover''s Mystery from the New York Times bestselling author of Killer Research.Library director Lindsey Norris is happy to learn the Briar Creek Public Library is the beneficiary of the Dorchester family?s vast book collection. However, when Lindsey and the library staff arrive at the old Victorian estate to gather the books, things take a sinister turn. One of the bookcases reveals a secret passage, leading to a room where a skeleton is found, clutching an old copy of The Collected Works of Edgar Allan Poe.Lindsey does a quick check of missing persons, using the distinctive eighties-era clothing worn by the deceased to determine a time frame, and discovers that Briar Creek has an unsolved missing person case from 1989. A runaway bride went missing just weeks after her wedding. No suspects were ever arrested and the cold case remains unsolved. Lindsey and the crafternoon crew decide that justice is overdue and set about solving the old murder mystery, using some novel ideas to crack the case.
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Little, Brown Book Group Past Lying
Book Synopsis KAREN PIRIE RETURNS IN 2023. A MASTERFUL THRILLER BY THE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER VAL MCDERMID THE HEART-POUNDING NEW NOVEL IN THE KAREN PIRIE SERIES, NOW A MAJOR ITV SERIES STARRING LAUREN LYLE__________Edinburgh, haunted by the ghosts of its many writers, is also the cold case beat of DCI Karen Pirie. So she shouldn''t be surprised when an author''s manuscript appears to be a blueprint for an actual crime.Karen can''t ignore the plot''s chilling similarities to the unsolved case of an Edinburgh University student who vanished from her own doorstep. The manuscript seems to be the key to unlocking what happened to Lara Hardie, but there''s a problem: the author died before he finished it.As Karen digs deeper, she uncovers a spiralling game of betrayal and revenge, where lies are indistinguishable from the truth and with more than one unexpected twist . . .The Queen of Crime Val McDermid iTrade ReviewPirie is her most sympathetic protagonist and Past Lying one of her most devious and delightful cases * The Times *The Queen of Crime shows no sign of abdicating. Past Lying is as complex, as satisfying and as readable as anything she's written - which makes it another jewel in Val McDermid's crown -- Mick HerronAtmospheric . . . The novel-within-a-novel is not a new device, but McDermid uses it to memorable effect in a piece of fiction that vividly recreates the anxious early months of the Covid pandemic -- Crime Pick of the Month * Sunday Times *A chilling, twisting triumph. Past Lying is a classic mystery, brilliant, heart-stopping and seamless. No one does it better than Val McDermid -- Chris WhitakerVal McDermid's latest offering proves once again why she reigns supreme in the world of crime fiction . . . The intricate and clever plot balances fact and fiction while the heroine Karen Pirie is as captivating as ever. For fans of the series, it's like a reunion with old friends, and for newcomers, it's an invitation to dive into a world of suspense and intrigue where McDermid's storytelling prowess shines through as she skilfully explores themes of betrayal and revenge, leaving readers guessing with every unexpected twist. Simply a must-read for anyone who appreciates top-notch crime fiction * Yours *Original, ingenious, and oh so twisty! It left me breathless -- Belinda BauerThe ingenious plot kept me guessing all the way through. It delivers on every level -- Marian KeyesWith an intricate plot, authentic dialogue, rich details, and masterly McDermid twists and turns, [Past Lying] will delight Pirie fans, existing and new -- Starred review * Library Journal *Riveting . . . McDermid keeps the twists coming hard and fast, and she bolsters them with sharp observations about the toll of Covid on the public psyche. This page-turner grips from the outset and doesn't let go -- Starred review * Publishers Weekly *Ingenious, humane, and all too telling as a reminder of the costs of the pandemic even on its survivors * Kirkus *[McDermid] ingeniously flips over the rug and examines the pattern in reverse. Karen and her supporting cast are absorbing, providing insight into the restrictions on police work during the pandemic and plenty of Scottish flavour * Booklist *[Pirie] is an appealing character . . . McDermid [has] fun describing the inner workings of the crime-fiction profession, including the creation of stories and the politics, favouritism, resentment, jealousy and score-settling found behind the scenes * Literary Review *A spiralling game of betrayal and revenge. A real tour-de-force * Irish Independent *The eerie landscape of Scotland's capital provides the backdrop to a new thriller from McDermid signalling the return of her much-loved detective Karen Pirie * Scotsman *A cracking read * Daily Express *A deadly game of revenge. Another twisty thriller * Heat *Past Lying sees McDermid simultaneously at her darkest and most playful. The central plot is a wonderfully tricksy story within a story within a story * Mail on Sunday *McDermid plots her novels in masterly style. She holds the reader's attention and provokes our curiosity . . . Her ingenuity commands respect . . . McDermid is deservedly popular and now acclaimed as the Queen of Crime. She is a fine carpenter, her books always well-constructed. She has the confidence to take her time in the telling of her story . . . She is at her ingenious best here * Scotsman *A complex plot of jealous writers, straying spouses and effective twists. This novel within-a-novel conceit, used to lead the detectives to more concrete evidence, sharply delivers a suitably unsettled atmosphere . . . Affecting * Irish Times *This is such a brilliantly conceived plot line that I was squirming with glee as I turned each page. McDermid is in rare form here, and the book never fails to entertain and surprise . . . Past Lying is a wonder to behold. I place it directly next to McDermid's finest works, like A Place of Execution and The Wire in the Blood. Her use of the pandemic is one of the most clever I have seen to date, and the story within a story that constantly references such greats as Agatha Christie and the aforementioned Highsmith makes this a novel that cannot be missed * Bookreporter *The narrative takes on the characteristics of nested dolls . . . Head and shoulders above many crime novels * Crime Fiction Lover *
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Killing of Innocents
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc They Do It with Mirrors
Book SynopsisNow with a beautiful new series look, the indomitable Miss Marple investigates some rather deadly doings at a rehabilitation center for delinquents.Miss Marple senses danger when she visits a friend living in Stoneygates, a rehabilitation center for delinquents. Her fears are confirmed when someone shoots at the administrator. Although he is not injured, a mysterious visitor is less fortunate—shot dead simultaneously in another part of the building.Pure coincidence? Miss Marple thinks not, and must use all her cunning to solve the riddle of the stranger’s visit … and his murder.
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Random House USA Inc Mirror Lake
Book SynopsisThe third novel in the Shady Hollow mystery series, in which Vera Vixen takes on her most challenging case yet: solving the murder of a rat who appears to still be alive.Change is afoot in Shady Hollow, with an unusually tense election shaping up between long-serving Chief of Police Theodore Meade and Vera''s beau, Deputy Orville Braun. But the political tension takes a back seat when resident eccentric Dorothy Springfield becomes convinced her beloved husband, Edward, is dead, and that the rat claiming to be him is actually a fraud. While most of the town dismisses Dorothy''s rants as nothing more than a delusion, Vera has her doubts. More than a few things don''t add up in the Springfield household, but Vera will have to tread carefully, since, with Orville''s attention on the election, she may be more exposed than ever. A VINTAGE CRIME/BLACK LIZARD ORIGINAL.
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HarperCollins Publishers Marple Twelve New Stories
Book SynopsisA brand new collection of short stories featuring the Queen of Crime’s legendary detective Jane Marple, penned by twelve remarkable bestselling and acclaimed authors.Trade Review'Each author captures Christie — and Marple — perfectly, while also displaying just a bit of her own unique touch’ – The Washington Post ‘Without a doubt, the greatest mystery writer of all time’ – Ragnar Jonasson ‘A hundred years after her first novel, and we are all still standing in her shadow’ – Andrew Taylor ‘Agatha Christie is the gateway drug to crime fiction both for readers and for writers’ – Val McDermid ‘She gives us an insight into human nature that few, if any, have surpassed’ – Susan Lewis ‘Dame Agatha has sold more books than all besides Shakespeare and the Bible’ – David Baldacci ‘All crime fiction writers around the globe owe Agatha Christie a massive debt’ – Peter James ‘Reading a perfectly plotted Agatha Christie is like crunching into a perfect apple: that pure, crisp, absolute satisfaction.’ – Tana French
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Little, Brown Book Group Shadows in Death An Eve Dallas thriller Book 51
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewIf you're a crime fiction fan and haven't discovered them yet, welcome to the very best day of your life - Heat MagazineEve Dallas - tough as nails and still sexy as hell - Stephen KingJ.D. Robb's novels are can't-miss pleasures - Harlan CobenCurious corpses, tangled twists and one sizzling sleuth - Kathy ReichsTerrific characters, sudden twists ... the epitome of popular fiction - Dennis LehaneJ.D. Robb is one of my favourite authors, and she has created an iconic female cop - a strong, sexy, and death-defying heroine - with the slyest sense of humour in fiction. I love J.D. Robb and Eve Dallas! - Lisa ScottolineSexy and unpredictable, these books are first-rate suspense thrillers with wit, character and heart - Janet Evanovich
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Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Agatha Raisin y la quiche letal / The Quiche of
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Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial La Nena / The Girl
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Quercus Publishing Deceive Me: An addictive psychological thriller
Book SynopsisYOUR DAUGHTER IS MISSING. HOW FAR WOULD YOU GO TO FIND HER?'The ending was nothing short of brilliant!' Amazon reviewer'An ending that left me gasping' Amazon reviewer'An explosive ending' Amazon reviewer'The end left me with my jaw on the floor' Amazon reviewer**********When Jo's teenage daughter goes missing, she feels like the world is collapsing around her. The police believe Grace is just an angry teenager, punishing her parents by hiding out at a friend's house, but Jo is terrified that her daughter is in grave danger. With so little urgency from the police, Jo decides to take matters into her own hands.But, as Jo gets closer to discovering what has happened to her daughter, a devastating secret is uncovered that threatens to destroy the family she has been trying so very hard to protect... **********An addictive psychological thriller, perfect for fans of Rachel Abbott, Erin Kelly and Claire McGowan's What You Did.
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Penguin Books Ltd Night Falls Still Missing
Book SynopsisTHE STUNNING NEW PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF DEAR AMY AND EVERYTHING IS LIES''I read it almost in one sitting. It''s totally compulsive'' SABINE DURRANT''An edge-of-your-seat, suspense-filled psychological thriller'' 5***** READER REVIEW_______On a cold, windswept night, Fiona arrives on a tiny, isolated island in Orkney.She accepted her old friend''s invitation with some trepidation - her relationship with Madison has never been plain sailing.But as she approaches Madison''s cottage, she sees that the windows are dark. The place has been stripped bare.No one knows where Madison has gone.As Fiona tries to find out where Madison has vanished to, she begins to unravel a web of lies.Madison didn''t live the life she claimed to, and now Fiona''s own life is in danger . . ._______''A gripping, atmospheric and dark thriller'' Sun<Trade ReviewI read it almost in one sitting. It's so good, such a wonderfully evocative setting and a plot that drives through as relentlessly as that Orkney rain. I love how she completely conveys the world of the archaeological dig, and her characters are so carefully drawn, so that you never quite know who to like, who to trust - very clever. It's totally compulsive -- Sabine Durrant * bestselling author of Lie With Me *A masterclass in tension, coupled with the most atmospheric of settings * Woman's Weekly *A gripping, atmospheric and dark thriller * Sun *Extremely gripping . . . a cleverly observed book about female friendship * Cambridge Edition *Included in 'This Week's Hot Read' * Woman *Page-turner * Choice Magazine *Praise for Dear Amy * - *A terrific, tricky premise and the suspense thriller readers hope for - a tense plot, imaginative twists, and smart writing * bestselling author of Black-Eyed Susans *An accomplished psychological twister * Daily Mail *Riveting * Sunday Times *Thrilling * Sun *Wow - this one's a roller coaster! * Woman *Enthralling. The writing is brilliantly shocking * bestselling author of Last Seen Alive *Well-written and pacey * Sunday Mirror *A brilliant book . . . superb * bestselling author of Kill Me Again *Engaging and utterly thrilling. The breathtaking finale is the most exciting and terrifying thing I have read in a very long time * bestselling author of Into the Darkest Corner *A clever psychological thriller * Red *
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HarperCollins Publishers The House Sitter
Book Synopsis⭐The new breathtaking suspense from the bestselling, Richard and Judy pick author⭐ Praise for Debbie Howells: ‘A terrific talent. She paints with words and takes a scalpel to emotions’ Peter James ‘I was completely immersed for the entire time and couldn’t wait to find out what happened next. A superb thriller’ B.P. WalterTrade ReviewPraise for Debbie Howells: ‘A cracker of a read’ Belfast Telegraph ‘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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Penguin Books Ltd If I Tell
Book Synopsis''An incredible read, impossible to put down'' ANDREA MARA''Utterly immersive and brilliantly told'' IRISH INDEPENDENT_____A girl covered in blood. Her missing stepfather. Two detectives racing against time.Laura is her team''s top interviewer, an expert at finding the ''in'' with victims that helps crack the case.Niamh is her straight-talking partner who is noticing cracks in her mentor''s careful facade.Jenny is the 14-year-old assault victim found bloody and confused on a suburban street. They need answers, and fast. But Jenny seems terrified to tell them the truth.And as the pair try to reach her, Laura begins to lose herself in memories of her own shattering trauma, leading to a mistake that could have fatal consequences . . .First published as THE INTERVIEW_____''Thrilling and utterly compulsive'' LIZ NUGENT''PropulTrade ReviewUtterly immersive and brilliantly told * Irish Independent *Daringly dark and packs a huge emotional punch - an exceptional crime debut that lingers in the memory long after the last page -- Catherine Ryan HowardAn intense, emotional and utterly compelling narrative that deftly leads us into the dark places of ordinary lives -- Jake ArnottThrilling and utterly compulsive -- Liz NugentHeartbreaking, haunting and hypnotic -- Patricia Gibney
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Transworld Publishers Ltd The Rumour
Book SynopsisLesley Kara is the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Rumour, Who Did You Tell?, The Dare and The Apartment Upstairs. The Rumour was the highest selling crime fiction debut of 2019 in the UK, and a Kindle No.1 bestseller. Lesley is an alumna of the Faber Academy 'Writing a Novel' course. She lives in Kent.You can follow Lesley on Twitter @LesleyKara or visit her website at www.lesleykara.comTrade ReviewIn this chilling tale of paranoia, suspicion and accusation, Lesley Kara keeps you guessing until the final page. * Paula Hawkins, No.1 bestselling author of THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN and INTO THE WATER *A great debut with a slyly clever premise and a rollercoaster ride to the very last sentence. * Fiona Barton, bestselling author of THE WIDOW and THE CHILD *An intriguing premise, a creeping sense of dread, and a twist you won't see coming! Everyone is going to be talking about The Rumour. * Shari Lapena, bestselling author of THE COUPLE NEXT DOOR *A brilliant premise with a killer twist. The Rumour depicts the prejudices and secrets that simmer in a small seaside town to devastating effect. * Colette McBeth, author of AN ACT OF SILENCE *Pssst, have you heard... #TheRumour is a cracking thriller about the damage that idle gossip can wreak in a small town. I thought I had the twist worked out. Boy was I wrong! * Tammy Cohen *
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Faber & Faber Kitty Peck and the Music Hall Murders
Book SynopsisLimehouse, 1880: Dancing girls are going missing from ''Paradise'' - the criminal manor with ruthless efficiency by the ferocious Lady Ginger. Seventeen-year-old music hall seamstress Kitty Peck finds herself reluctantly drawn into a web of blackmail, depravity and murder when The Lady devises a singular scheme to discover the truth. But as Kitty''s scandalous and terrifying act becomes the talk of London, she finds herself facing someone even more deadly and horrifying than The Lady.Bold, impetuous and blessed with more brains than she cares to admit, it soon becomes apparent that it''s up to the unlikely team of Kitty and her stagehand friend, Lucca, to unravel the truth and ensure that more girls do not meet with a similar fate. But are Kitty''s courage and common sense and Lucca''s book learning a match for the monster in the shadows? Their investigations take them from the gin-fuelled halls and doss houses of the East End to the champagne-fuelled galleries Trade ReviewTerrific debut novel ... Victorian London has never been better illustrated ... if this standard keeps up, we have a major new talent on our hands. -- Virginia Blackburn Sunday Express Occasionally a new writer bursts onto the scene with almost explosive force ... if [Griffin] maintains this superbly high standard we have a major new talent on our hands. Her hugely entertaining debut, set in the squalor, filth and depravity of Victorian Limehouse is all things to all readers - almost gothic in its intensity, but full of shades of dark and light, combining the macabre and wit of the music halls with a rattling action yarn which will appeal to historical readers, crime readers and people who just like a really well written adventure story ... the book is an absolutely first class read and I shall be surprised if there's a better debut this year. Crime Review Kitty's narrative voice ... is sharply memorable and deserves to be heard in a further adventure. -- Nick Rennison Sunday Times A top whodunnit. Essentials magazine
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Faber & Faber Fear in the Sunlight
Book SynopsisSummer, 1936. The writer, Josephine Tey, joins her friends in the holiday village of Portmeirion to celebrate her fortieth birthday. Alfred Hitchcock and his wife, Alma Reville, are there to sign a deal to film Josephine''s novel, A Shilling for Candles, and Hitchcock has one or two tricks up his sleeve to keep the holiday party entertained - and expose their deepest fears.But things get out of hand when one of Hollywood''s leading actresses is brutally slashed to death in a cemetery near the village. The following day, as fear and suspicion take over in a setting where nothing - and no one - is quite what it seems, Chief Inspector Archie Penrose becomes increasingly unsatisfied with the way the investigation is ultimately resolved. Several years later, another horrific murder, again linked to a Hitchcock movie, drives Penrose back to the scene of the original crime to uncover the shocking truth.Trade Review'Any crime aficionado whose beach reading usually consists of a bagful of crinkly old paperbacks should make room for Nicola Upson's novels' - Daily Telegraph
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Little, Brown Book Group A Medal For Murder Book 2 in the Kate Shackleton
Book Synopsis''Frances Brody has made it to the top rank of crime writers'' Daily MailA pawn-shop robberyIt''s no rest for the wicked as Kate Shackleton picks up her second professional sleuthing case. But exposing the culprit of a pawn-shop robbery turns sinister when her investigation takes her to Harrogate - and murder is only one step behind.A fatal stabbingA night at the theatre should have been just what the doctor ordered, until Kate stumbles across a body in the doorway. The knife sticking out of its chest definitely suggests a killer in the theatre''s midst. A ransom demandKate likes nothing better than solving mysteries. So when a ransom note demands 1,000 for the safe return of the play''s leading lady, the refined streets of Harrogate play host to Kate''s skills in piecing together clues - and luring criminals out of their lairs . . .***A Medal For Murder is the s
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Little, Brown Book Group Red Mist Scarpetta 19
Book SynopsisThe nineteenth book in the Kay Scarpetta series, from No. 1 bestselling author Patricia Cornwell.''America''s most chilling writer of crime fiction'' The TimesKay Scarpetta has arranged to meet an inmate at the high-security Georgia Prison for Women. The prisoner is a convicted sex offender and the mother of a vicious and diabolically brilliant killer.Against advice, Scarpetta is determined to hear this woman out - she believes she may hold some answers to the murder of her former deputy. But soon she finds connections to a string of grisly killings.As she learns more, Scarpetta is compelled to conclude that this is only the beginning of a terrifying terrain of conspiracy on an international scale. And she is the only one who can stop it . . .Praise for the groundbreaking series: ''One of the best crime writers writing today'' Guardian ''Devilishly cleverTrade ReviewPraise for Patricia Cornwell * - *One of the best crime writers writing today * Guardian *Devilishly clever * Sunday Times *The top gun in this field * Daily Telegraph *A pioneer of the genre of forensic psychological thriller -- BBCCornwell's books run on a cocktail of adrenaline and fear * The Times *When it comes to forensic sciences, nobody can touch Cornwell * New York Times Book Review *Forget the pretenders. Cornwell reigns * Mirror *A knife-edged thriller based on the exploits of the toughest female pathologist ever to conduct an autopsy...If you like your fiction fast-paced with a scientific twist, Cornwell delivers once again, and if you are new to Scarpetta, you are sure to be hooked by the end of the first chapter * Irish Examiner *The iconic forensic consultant is as brittle as ever, and the body count is as high as Cornwell fans have come to expect. Cornwell hasn't sold 100 million novels for no good reason * Independent on Sunday *
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Orion Publishing Co Shakespeares Landlord
Book SynopsisA must-read mystery from the No. 1 bestselling author behind HBO's award-winning TRUE BLOOD series!Trade ReviewI look forward to reading more of Lily Bard's escapades * TELEGRAPH & ARGUS *
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Canongate Books Making It Write
Book SynopsisWriter for Hire Veronica Blackstone''s latest client is writing a memoir with a shocking twist ending, until she''s found dead before finishing it. Can Veronica unravel the clues within the memoir to discover the killer?As a writer for hire, Veronica Blackstone puts her keyboard to use to help others. That includes writing advertising copy for local businesses or love letters for those with romantic troubles, or helping people publish their memoirs. Maeve Winslow needs the latter.Maeve is the wife of a famous artist nominated for a prestigious award, and the memoir is to be released ahead of the ceremony. All of Maeve''s notes are given to Veronica but for the final few pages. There''s a huge surprise within those last pages, but Maeve won''t reveal it yet. When Maeve is found dead at the foot of her stairs it looks like an accident, but Veronica isn''t convinced. Was the scene staged? Was Maeve murdered to keep her silent? Could clues to the su
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Headline Publishing Group Death on a Shetland Longship
Book SynopsisThe first book in Marsali Taylor''s thrilling Shetland Sailing Mysteries series. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, Val McDermid, Faith Martin, J.R. Ellis, LJ Ross and Ann Cleeves!''... a well written, enjoyable story with a proper murder-mystery plot... Highly recommended.'' Puzzle Doctor, Classic MysteriesCass Lynch''s big break has finally arrived - she feels like she has struck gold after being asked to skipper a Viking longship for a film. However this means returning to the Shetland Islands, the place she fled as a teen. When a corpse unexpectedly appears onboard the longship, she can run from the past no longer: Cass and her family come under intense scrutiny by the disturbingly shrewd Detective Inspector Macrae. Even if Cass''s local knowledge and sailing wisdom help to clear the Lynch family of suspicion, they may not be enough to stay ahead of the murderer''s game. . .
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Hodder & Stoughton The Fifth Doctrine
Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author Karen Robards is back with the third novel in her stunning new international thriller seriesTrade ReviewPraise for Karen Robards - -Smart, tense and hard to put down - Daily MailFresh, sexy and eminently readable - Kirkus ReviewsThe action rarely lets up. The plot will keep the readers turning the pages - Publishers WeeklyThrilling - BooklistRobards is one terrific storyteller - Chicago Tribune
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Pan Macmillan When I Was Ten
Book Synopsis‘GRIPS LIKE A VICE’ – Val McDermid'Absorbing, tense and beautifully paced' - Daily MailTwenty-one years ago, Dr Richard Carter and his wife Pamela were killed in what has become the most infamous double murder of the modern age.Their ten year-old daughter – nicknamed the Angel of Death – spent eight years in a children’s secure unit and is living quietly under an assumed name with a family of her own.Now, on the anniversary of the trial, a documentary team has tracked down her older sister, compelling her to break two decades of silence.Her explosive interview sparks national headlines and journalist Brinley Booth, a childhood friend of the Carter sisters, is tasked with covering the news story.For the first time, the three women are forced to confront what really happened that night – with devastating consequences for them all.When I Was Ten is the highly anticipated, stay-up-all-night next book by acclaimed crime author Fiona Cummins.‘I finished it with my heart in my mouth. Highly recommended’ – Louise Candlish‘Dark, creepy and ultimately compassionate… a chilling look at the consequences of a childhood gone wrong’ – JP Delaney‘Utterly compelling; a true just-one-more-chapter thriller’ – Clare Mackintosh‘Pacy, dark and surprises to the bitter end. Loved it’ – Fiona BartonTrade ReviewFiona Cummins evokes the dark arts of journalism and politics with an insider’s relish in this rich, intricately woven novel of childhood crime and adult redemption. I finished it with my heart in my mouth. Highly recommended -- Louise Candlish on When I Was TenThis thriller explores typically dark territory for this author, who has a gift for tapping a rich seam of evil that underpins the surface of the every day. Superbly sinister -- Sunday Mirror on The Neighbour'Absorbing, tense and beautifully paced' * Daily Mail *She is the master of depicting the way the most terrifyingly grotesque and evil psychopaths inveigle their way into the lives of ordinary people . . . When writing from the perspective of ordinary people caught up in horrific events, Fiona Cummins is unbeatable -- Jake Kerridge on The Neighbour * Sunday Express *The Neighbour is masterfully written and intricately plotted to keep the reader captivated until a hugely enjoyable finale -- Jon Coates * Daily Express *A crime novel of the very first order -- David Baldacci on The CollectorCreepy as hell and kept me guessing to the very end -- Ian Rankin on The NeighbourTrust me – Cummins is a keeper -- Lee Child on The CollectorIt’s rare that a debut has this much polish. Harrowing and horrifying, head and shoulders above most of the competition -- Val McDermid on RattlePretty much held my breath for the last twenty pages. It’s sensational -- Clare Empson, author of Him and Mine
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Canongate Books Murder-In-Law
Book SynopsisWhile Ellie''s away, murder will play . . . Is the death of Ellie''s son-in-law really the result of a burglary gone wrong?Ellie''s absence abroad is disastrous for her daughter, Diana - when her husband is attacked by intruders and left for dead one night, it falls to Ellie''s next-door neighbour, Susan, to reluctantly pick up the pieces and take in Diana''s children.Is Evan''s death really the result of a burglary gone wrong? Joining forces with her aunt, police officer Lesley Millard, Susan discovers that Diana lied to the police about her movements on the night of the murder, and soon finds herself grappling with betrayal, shady business dealings and her own distrust of Diana as she attempts to solve a chilling conundrum: could Ellie''s daughter be a cold-blooded killer?
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Canelo Bad Terms: A page-turning British detective crime
Book SynopsisDark deeds in the Peak District refuse to stay buried… When a skeleton is unearthed at a building site in the village of Meresham, the police immediately link the case to a notorious missing persons investigation. Jayne Arnold was sixteen when she disappeared in the long, hot summer of 1976, and has not been seen since. Soon after the bones are found, a tragic accident occurs at an elite boarding school nearby. The young victim fell to her death from the roof of a building. Digging into the girl’s background links her to an attempted expose of donations from unsavoury individuals. When further deaths follow, does it suggest a cover up is underway? Who stood to lose most from the truth coming out? And how do recent crimes link to events from more than 45 years ago? DI Annie Delamere and her team are tasked to answer these questions, but her own mother may stand between Annie and the truth.A new instalment in the gripping and atmospheric DI Annie Delamere series that fans of Roz Watkins, Stephen Booth and Cara Hunter will love.
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Canelo The Devil's Playground: An addictive crime
Book SynopsisFrom behind her came a noise, and she whirled around. Two pairs of cold, murderous eyes stared back at her from beneath hooded cloaks. She stood cemented in place, even as her brain screamed at her to run…It’s their usual Thursday girls’ night in, and best friends Skye, Elena, and London are enjoying hanging out at Skye’s house in New Mexico, eating junk food, drinking wine, and playing with Skye’s little children, Carter and Abigail.Until the intruders arrive.Hearing the horrific screams from Elena and Skye, London hides the children, tiptoes out to see what has happened… and disappears.After Carter raises the alarm, Detective Alyssa Wyatt is called in to investigate a bloodbath that appears to have no motive, no evidence, and worse still – no sign of London.As Alyssa and her team dig deeper, the truth is always out of their reach… but what is clear is that they need to find London, and fast.And as they uncover a link between the murders and a sinister local cult, can Alyssa find the young woman who has vanished without a trace – before London joins the list of victims?Meet Detective Alyssa Wyatt. Mom, Wife… and a serial killer’s worst nightmare.An utterly addictive, dark and twisty detective novel with a twist that will leave you gasping. If you’re a fan of Kendra Elliot, Lisa Regan or Angela Marsons, you’ll fall in love with Charly Cox’s stunning detective series.Readers are loving The Devil's Playground:‘This one came with a twist that I just did not see coming and it was one of those moments that I had to read two or three times…! I had tears in my eyes so many times in this book.’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘I was seriously terrified at times but could not stop reading…A tale filled with what one could only describe as your worst nightmares come to life.’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘Believe me, you will want the criminals caught, and to find out why they did what they did! If you are looking for a new, well-written series, this is for you!’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘Bone chilling! murder, devil worshippers, and a crazy race to find the killer keep the pages flying. If you’re in the mood for an intense thriller that holds no punches this is it.’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘Omg this book is absolutely amazing! I went through it in a day and loved every second of it. This will keep you up reading through the early hours.’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘Holy SMOKES! What a ride. From the first page my heart was pounding. I could not look away. This book was so good. And I literally teared up at the end. So dang awesome.’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘Best one in the series! Gritty, dark, fast paced. Highly recommend!’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘OMG WHAT A READ!!! Bone chilling, visceral and bloody terrifying. The best in the series so far. This very talented author is well on the way to being known as the Mistress of the Dark.’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘When I saw that another book was coming out in this series I literally squealed with happiness. This book will keep you reading into the night so plan on not sleeping or doing anything! Perfect thriller!’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘Detective Alyssa Wyatt is back with another adventure!!! From start to finish, I was literally hooked into the story. If you love an unputdownable, twisty thriller that will keep you on the edge, then this book is one for you. Worth five stars!’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘I absolutely love this series. I devoured this book in a flash. Could not put it down.’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘This one will keep you up late until you finish! suspense to the max!’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review
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Bonnier Books Ltd One Puzzling Afternoon: The most compelling,
Book SynopsisReaders LOVE One Puzzling Afternoon:'I loved it. I loved it. I loved it''Wow . . . one of my books of the year''A beautiful and touching novel that will completely grab you''Edie Green is one special character & I think I'll remember her for a long time yet''What a beautiful, emotional, intriguing, touching novel''I loved this and finished it in one sitting. It truly is glorious'A captivating mystery perfect for fans of Joanna Cannon and Elizabeth is Missing. On a suburban street filled with secrets, 84 year old Edie Green must look back into the past to discover what happened to her friend Lucy, who went missing years before . . .Selected as an Indie Book of the Month..It is 1951, and at number six Sycamore Street fifteen-year-old Edie Green is lonely. Living alone with her eccentric mother - who conducts seances for the local Ludthorpe community - she is desperate for something to shake her from her dull, isolated life.When the popular, pretty Lucy Theddle befriends Edie, she thinks all her troubles are over. But Lucy has a secret, one Edie is not certain she should keep . . .Then Lucy goes missing.2018. Edie is eighty-two and still living in Ludthorpe. When one day she glimpses Lucy Theddle, still looking the same as she did at fifteen, her family write it off as one of her many mix ups. There's a lot Edie gets confused about these days. A lot she finds difficult to remember. But what she does know is this: she must find out what happened to Lucy, all those years ago . . .'A captivating and poignant book, I was completely hooked. You can't help but fall for Edie' Marianne Cronin, author of 100 Years of Lenni and Margot'This is such a delicate web of a book, a mystery deftly woven with tension and compassion. Edie is a heartbreaking figure, struggling to catch her last memories before they're blown away forever - her quest/plight is absorbing and extremely poignant' Beth Morrey, author of Saving Missy'Completely captivating. A real page-turner' Louise Hare'Marvellous . . . a special gem of a book, a perfectly executed double timeline mystery with a twist you don't see coming' Inga Vesper, author of The Long, Long Afternoon'Beautifully written . . . the perfect book for lovers of Elizabeth Is Missing, but has its own distinct voice and charm' Jo Leevers, author of Tell Me How This Ends'An uplifting, bittersweet story with a page-turning mystery at its heart . . . I was drawn in to Edie's world from the very first page. Beautifully atmospheric and endearing'' Freya Sampson'An intriguing, unsettling mystery told over a dual timeframe by one of the most endearing lead characters you'll come across this year. Utterly compelling, darkly unnerving and a joyful masterclass in storytelling, Emily Critchley's debut adult novel hits the mark on so many levels' LoveReading Debut of the Month'This truly unique story blends past and present in a way that feels real. Great atmosphere and even better characters' Lucy Gilmore, author of The Lonely Hearts Book ClubTrade ReviewBeguiling . . . Beautifully written, this dual-timeline mystery draws you in and keeps a tight hold. * Heat Magazine *Gripping . . . heartbreaking. * Fabulous magazine, The Sun *Full of depth and humanity, One Puzzling Afternoon is a beautifully written novel that really tugs at the heartstrings. * Culture Fly *A captivating and poignant book, I was completely hooked. You can't help but fall for Edie. * Marianne Cronin, author of 100 Years of Lenni and Margot *Completely captivating. A real page turner. Eighty-two year old Edie is a wonderful protagonist, desperate to solve the mystery of her friend's disappearance sixty years earlier. * Louise Hare *This is such a delicate web of a book, a mystery deftly woven with tension and compassion. Edie is a heartbreaking figure, struggling to catch her last memories before they're blown away forever - her quest/plight is absorbing and extremely poignant. * Beth Morrey, bestselling author of Saving Missy *Marvellous . . . a special gem of a book, a perfectly executed double timeline mystery with a twist you don't see coming. One Puzzling Afternoon has one of the most unusual and endearing protagonists in recent crime fiction. In this dual time-line novel, Emily Critchley wonderfully weaves together a modern crime narrative with the sunny, idyllic childhood memories of her protagonist. Post-war nostalgia is perfectly evoked - until the darkness at the edges of Edie's and Lucy's story draws is quickly like a summer storm. As Edie slowly unveils the lies and secrets surrounding Lucy's disappearance, she must confront difficult memories of her own childhood, and the terrors it held. One Puzzling Afternoon is a dark and delightful lock box of riddles, secrets and memories. A spellbinding novel that enchants and unnerves in equal measure. * Inga Vesper, author of The Long, Long Afternoon *An uplifting, bittersweet story with a page-turning mystery at its heart. Emily Critchley writes about ageing and memory with huge warmth and compassion, and I was drawn in to Edie's world from the very first page. A beautifully atmospheric and endearing book. * Freya Sampson *A beautifully written book about trying to hold on to all that is important, including memories of a much-missed best friend . . . The style reminded me a little of of Clare Chambers, with its poise and time-specific feel. It's the perfect book for lovers of Elizabeth Is Missing, but has its own distinct voice and charm. A lovely combination of a cracking story and a host of characters you want to reach out and hug. * Jo Leevers, author of Tell Me How This Ends *I absolutely loved it . . . A charmingly addictive dual timeline mystery, filled with quirky characters, and rich in 1950s nostalgia, this book had me hooked from the first chapter and wouldn't let me go until I had pieced together the puzzle of Edie's past. * Neil Alexander, author of The Vanishing of Margaret Small *An intriguing, unsettling mystery told over a dual timeframe by one of the most endearing lead characters you'll come across this year. Utterly compelling, darkly unnerving and a joyful masterclass in storytelling, Emily Critchley's debut adult novel hits the mark on so many levels. A gripping mystery, with heart-warming characters, One Puzzling Afternoon manages to keep the full range of emotions in play - you'll cry, you'll chuckle and there are times you won't dare turn the page. * Lovereading Debut of the Month *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Breakup
Book SynopsisThe Edgar Award-winning, New York Times-bestselling series by Dana Stabenow set in Alaska. The discovery of a dead body and a brutal bear attack may be linked, and it's up to Kate Shugak to investigate in Breakup. The first day of Spring: a bad day to be in Alaska. Breakup: the time of year when Alaska awakens from its Arctic slumber. Snows melt. Rivers flood. Winter's secrets emerge. This spring, the retreating ice reveals a corpse, and a starving she-bear mauls a woman to death. The corpse matches the description of a man missing since last year, the woman has been so badly mutilated she's barely recognisable. Investigator Kate Shugak will dodge bullets, bears and a plane crash before she realizes that, somehow, there is a connection between the two deaths. Reviewers on Dana Stabenow's Kate Shugak series: 'An antidote to sugary female sleuths: Kate Shugak, the Aleut private investigator.' New York Times 'Crime fiction doesn't get much better than this.' Booklist 'If you are looking for something unique in the field of crime fiction, Kate Shugak is the answer.' Michael Connelly 'An outstanding series.' Washington Post 'One of the strongest voices in crime fiction.' Seattle TimesTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE KATE SHUGAK SERIES: 'If you are looking for something unique in the field of crime fiction, Kate Shugak is the answer' Michael Connelly. 'An antidote to sugary female sleuths: Kate Shugak, the Aleut private investigator' New York Times. 'Stabenow is blessed with a rich prose style and a fine eye for detail. An outstanding series' Washington Post. 'Crime fiction doesn't get much better than this' Booklist. 'Sparkles with energy and wit, and packs an unexpected punch' Publishers Weekly. 'For rich, idiosyncratic settings and engaging characters... let me recommend Dana Stabenow' -- Diana Gabaldon
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HarperCollins Publishers Common Murder
Book SynopsisSecond novel in the series featuring reporter Lindsay Gordon. When her former lover is accused of murder in a women's peace camp, Lindsay must bring all of her expertise as an investigative reporter into play.A protest group hits the headlines when unrest at a women''s peace camp explodes into murder. Already on the scene, journalist Lindsay Gordon desperately tries to strike a balance between personal and professional responsibilities.As she peels back the layers of deception surrounding the protest and its opponents, she finds that no one ratepayer or reporter, policeman or peace woman seems wholly above suspicion.Then Lindsay uncovers a truth that even she can scarcely believe.Trade ReviewPraise for Val McDermid: 'Val McDermid is an inspiration.' Herald 'A well-pitched and topical mystery.' Sunday Times 'McDermid's snappy, often comic, prose keeps the story humming.' Publishers Weekly ‘The real mistress of psychological gripping thrillers; no one can plot or tell a story like she can’ Daily Express ‘The Queen of Crime reigns’ Independent ‘McDermid remains unrivalled . . . Brilliant’ Observer ‘With the deaths of PD James and Ruth Rendell, Val McDermid is the obvious successor as Britain's Queen of Crime. For me, she has already held that title for many years.’ The Times ‘McDermid still writes with the telltale verve that's won her the accolade queen of psychological thrillers’ Guardian ‘No one rivals Val McDermid's skill at writing truly terrifying thrillers’ Goodhousekeeping.co.uk ‘Move over V.I. Warshawski’ Options ‘McDermid has created a complex and prickly detective. The relationship intertwines a realistic romance with a solid detective story.' Washington Times ‘[She is] fresh and funny with a sparkling sense of time and place’ Literary Review
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HarperCollins Publishers Booked for Murder
Book SynopsisLindsay Gordon investigates the murder of a bestselling author and discovers that, beneath the glittering facade, the London publishing world is a hotbed of seething rivalries, soured relationships and desperate power plays. Fifth in the series.Why would anyone want to kill Penny Varnavides, bestselling author of the ''Teen Dreams'' series? Her demise can''t be the freak accident it first appeared it''s an exact replica of the murder method in her forthcoming book. Only three people knew the plot of Penny''s unpublished novel: her literary agent, her editor and her ex-girlfriend Meredith.In an effort to clear Meredith, Lindsay Gordon delves beneath the glittering facade of the seemingly glamorous world of London publishing in search of a murderer. While hobnobbing with industry notables, Lindsay encounters an unsavoury mix of soured relationships, desperate power plays, underhanded fraud, and seething rivalries. Who, amongst this sordid group, wanted Penny Varnavides dead?Trade Review‘A jolly romp through the world of London publishing.’ Independent ‘Funny and scary by turns; always sharp.’ Daily Telegraph ‘The writing is tough and colourful, the scene setting excellent.’ Times Literary Supplement
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HarperCollins Publishers THE GIRL WHO LIED notUS notCA The bestselling
Book SynopsisUSA Today bestselling author''GrippingI was desperate to turn the pages'' Amanda JenningsSometimes the perfect friend tells the perfect liesErin and Roisin were once friends until a fatal accident ruined both their lives. Now, Roisin has discovered a secretone Erin has kept for over a decadeand she's determined to make Erin pay for her lies.When Roisin suddenly disappears, suspicion soon lands on Erin. She would do anything to protect her family, but just how far is she willing to go when time is running out?A must read for fans of CL Taylor and BA Paris.What people are saying about The Girl Who Lied:Slowly but inexorably draws you in until you can hardly wait to discover the fate of the charactersyou''ll love Sue Fortin' Sue MoorcroftA twisty romantic page-turner that will keep you guessing' Julie Cohen''Sue Fortin''s gripping books always keep me turning the pages! Highly recommended for fans of grit-lit and suspense!'' Mandy BaggotThe suspense, mystery and secrets to be revealed kept me turning the pagesnerve wracking and gripping' Rachel's Random ReadsKept me intrigued right up until the enda highly enjoyable read, filled with secrets' By the Letter Book ReviewsTrade ReviewPraise for Sue Fortin: ‘Thoroughly gripping…full of suspense’ – Kim The Bookworm ‘Builds to a really tense, nail biting climax’ – BeadyJan ‘I would urge anyone who enjoys a good, fast paced psychological thriller to read it – you won't be disappointed!’ – Bookish Bits ‘A clever psychological thriller full of false clues and intrigue’ – Jane Hunt Writer Book Reviews ‘A gripping romantic suspense novel with some excellent tension and a twist or two…Well worth a read’ – DnS Media ‘Gripping, vivid, dramatic, emotional, touching, adventurous brilliant and much more…it’s worth every single page’ – Sky’s Book Corner ‘A great page turner’ – Bleach House Library ‘I went through so many emotions reading this book – the worst being panic and fear…a brilliant book’ – Crooks on Books ‘Sue Fortin cleverly creates a sense of urgency and suspense that compels you to read on’ – Laura’s Little Book Blog ‘A good balance between the tense, psychological, and romantic events, which culminates in a climatic ending…for fans of Sleeping with the Enemy’ – Bookboodle ‘A gripping climax full of danger’ – ElaineG, 5 Star Reads ‘Kept me turning the pages’ – Mandy Baggot, author of ‘Truly Madly Greekly’ ‘5 Words: Tense, shocking, mysterious, deceit, stalker’ – Tea Party Princess ‘An excellent read’ – Read Along With Sue
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