Crime & Thrillers Books

Book Synopsis ''Britain''s No.1 crime writer'' Mirror * * * * *A CASE THAT WON''T DIEJohn Rebus can''t close the door on the death of glamorous socialite Maria Turquand. Brutally murdered in her hotel room forty years ago, her killer has never been found.Meanwhile, Edinburgh''s dark heart is up for grabs. Young pretender Darryl Christie may have staked his claim on the city''s underworld - but has criminal mastermind and Rebus'' long-time adversary, Big Ger Cafferty, really settled down to a quiet retirement? Or is he hiding in the shadows until Edinburgh is once more ripe for the picking?Old Enemies. New Crimes. Rebus may be off the force, but he certainly isn''t off the case.* * * * *''Superbly told, impossible to put down ... underlines the treasure that Rebus has become'' Daily Mail''This elegantly crafted and witty thriller proves this old devil still has all the Trade ReviewSuperbly told, impossible to put down, and laced with Rankin's unmistakeable laconic wit it precisely underlines the treasure that Rebus has become. * DAILY MAIL *Though it moves at pace, what makes this tale so satisfying is that its protagonists have had time to develop. Rebus's input serves to highlight the benefits of age, experience and keeping a sense of community. * GUARDIAN *This elegantly crafted and witty thriller proves this old devil still has all the best tunes. * SUNDAY MIRROR *Rankin is expert at what theorists of realism call the authenticating detail. * SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY *Essential crime-reading. * SAGA *This is an interesting and enjoyable novel. * LITERARY REVIEW *Rather Be The Devil is an intricate, evocative Edinburgh mystery that builds to a bloody finale. Retirement may not suit Rebus but it's resulted in yet another brilliant book in Rankin's revived crime series. * CRIME SCENE *This may be Rebus's 21st outing, but this is a cleverly crafted tale and Ian Rankin's storytelling is as fresh as ever. * IRISH NEWS *The 21st Rebus novel boasts effortless plotting and a cracking narrative that keeps the reader gripped throughout. * DAILY EXPRESS *Clever and compelling. * INDEPENDENT i *Rather Be the Devil showcases Rankin and Rebus at their unstoppable best. * CHALLENGER *

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Book SynopsisThe eleventh book in the Tom Thorne series, from bestselling author Mark Billingham.''Expertly crafted, with a slam-dunk ending. The Dying Hours is a terrific read'' GuardianA cluster of suicides among the elderly. Such things are not unknown to the police and the deaths are quickly dismissed by the police as routine. Only one man is convinced that something more sinister is taking place.However, no one listens to Tom Thorne anymore. Having stepped out of line once too often, he''s back in uniform and he hates it. Patronised and abused by his new colleagues, Thorne''s suspicions about the suicides are dismissed by the Murder Squad he was once part of and he is forced to investigate alone.Unable to trust anyone, Thorne must risk losing those closest to him. He must gamble with the lives of those targeted by a killer unlike any he has hunted before. A man with nothing to lose and a growing l

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Book Synopsis‘The Alan Banks mystery-suspense novels are the best series on the market. Try one and tell me I'm wrong’ - Stephen King.From the master of police procedural and bestselling author of Standing in the Shadows comes A Dedicated Man, book two in Peter Robinson’s the Inspector Banks series.A dead body. Hidden secrets. Banks will find the truth.The brutally murdered body of a supposedly well-liked local historian is found half-buried under a dry stone wall. But who would kill such a thoughtful, dedicated man?Young Sally Lumb, locked in her lover's arms on the night of the murder, tries to find the killer herself. But her good-intentions only leads to more danger. And when Chief Inspector Alan Banks is called to investigate and soon discovers that disturbing secrets lie behind the seemingly untroubled façade . . .A Dedicated Man is followed in the gripping Inspector Banks crime series by A Necessary End.Trade ReviewThe novels of Peter Robinson are chilling, evocative, deeply nuanced works of art -- Dennis LehaneIf you haven't encountered Chief Inspector Alan Banks before, prepare for a crash course in taut, clean writing and subtle psychology. And watch for those twists - they'll get you every time -- Ian RankinInspector Banks - a man for all seasons, he knows that often the answers to the clues are hidden in his own heart -- Michael Connelly

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Book Synopsis* Pre-order GUILTY, the brand new novel from Martina Cole. Coming October 2024. *She''s done the time, now she wants revenge...Filled with rage and revenge, FACELESS by the ''undisputed queen of crime writing'' (Guardian) and Sunday Times No.1 bestseller Martina Cole is a gripping novel that takes a dark and honest look at what life is really like on the inside. Marie Carter lost everything the day she went to prison for a double murder she doesn''t remember committing. Her parents abandoned her, her friends disappeared. Even her children didn''t want to know.Twelve long years later, Marie is out and she''s back to settle some scores...For more compelling novels about life on the inside, be sure to read Martina Cole''s TWO WOMEN, THE JUMP and THE GOOD LIFETrade Review'Cole is brilliant at portraying the good among the bad, and vice versa, so until the very end we never quite know who to trust. This is the very stuff that makes her so compelling' Daily Mirror No one writes about East End women and their vagaries like Martina Cole Maxim Jakubowski, Murder One 'A powerful novel that pulls no punches... Cole has an ear for the vernacular of the East End, as well as an ability to portray the viciousness of life at the edge' the Guide Guide 'Right from the start [Cole] has enjoyed unqualified approval for her distinctive and powerfully written fiction' The Times Intensely readable Guardian 'Martina Cole explores the shady criminal underworld, a setting she is fast making her own' Sunday Express 'Utterly compelling' Mirror 'The story will grip you from the first pages' Best 'Gritty novel from an author who knows intimately the world she writes about' Express

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Book SynopsisFamily always comes first. Until now.Get ready for the ultimate summer read with the explosive new novel from Sunday Times No.1 bestseller and ''undisputed queen of crime writing'' (Guardian) Martina Cole. Diana Davis has been head of the family business since the death of her husband, an infamous bank robber. She''s a woman in a man''s world, but no one messes with her.Her only son, Angus, is a natural born villain, but he needs to earn Diana''s trust before she''ll allow him into the business.Once he''s proved he has the brains to run their clubs in Marbella, he is given what he''s always wanted. It''s the beginning of a reign of terror that knows no bounds.But Angus has a blind spot: his wife, Lorna, and their three kids, Angus Junior, Sean and Eilish. And as the next generation enters the business, Angus has a painful truth to learn. Even when it comes to family, he must show no mercy...''She''s a totTrade ReviewA fab read - no one writes crime like Martina Cole * Closer *A great read from the queen of crime * Bella *Fast-moving and full of guns, gangsters, drugs and gore, this gritty story delivers a terrific twist. * Sunday Mirror *Classic Cole * Heat *No Mercy is a gripping Cole classic, awash in graphic violence, brutal betrayal and the darkest of deeds, but also brimming with immaculately drawn characters, psychological insight, and the acute observations of family life that have made this author such a crime-writing sensation. * Lancashire Evening Post *Martina Cole is back with typical barbed wire dialogue, a knuckleduster-hard plot and a tough new character in Diana Davis who runs her family business with a rod of iron. Relentlessly gritty! * Peterborough Evening Telegraph *A fully engrossing read * Leicester Mercury *Crime-Queen Martina Cole dispatches yet another grimy tale, this one gilded with 80s panache * The i *

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Book SynopsisVirginia Barkeley is a nice, well brought-up girl. So what is she doing wandering through a snow storm in the middle of the night, blind drunk and covered in someone else's blood? When Claude Margolis' body is found a quarter of a mile away with half-a-dozen stab wounds to the neck, suddenly Virginia doesn't seem such a nice girl after all. Her only hope is Meecham, the cynical small-town lawyer hired as her defence. But how can he believe in Virginia's innocence when even she can't be sure what happened that night? And when the answer seems to fall into his lap, why won't he just walk away?

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Book SynopsisMike Hammer hits his 75th anniversary hard, after the disappearance of Velda, in this brand new case set between Kiss Me, Deadly and The Girl Hunters, based on an unproduced screenplay from Mickey Spillane’s archives. Celebrating the 75th anniversary of Mike Hammer, and including five brand new short stories, read the lost story of Velda's disappearance after Kiss Me, Deadly. A thrilling ride for fans new and old.Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR KILL ME IF YOU CAN​"​[Collins] has no problem serving up Hammer the same way Spillane did, with plenty of mayhem, violence, and sex, dished out in straight-ahead, no-frills prose, right on target, so direct, with no room for sissy stuff like digressions, detours, or doubts. Hammer is a shark that needs to keep swimming to survive, and Collins tosses plenty of chum into these waters...It's the real deal, folks: primo, primal detective fiction. Pass the peanuts."​ -Mystery Scene"Collins, a first-rate storyteller who started his own career with paperback originals, adds some narrative finesse to what he calls the "Hammerverse" but remains true to Spillane's essence. This volume also includes five previously unpublished Hammer stories, adding extra pizzazz to what is a fitting celebration of a genre giant." -BooklistPRAISE FOR MAX ALLAN COLLINS"Max Allan Collins is the closest thing we have to a 21st century Mickaey Spillane." - ThisWeek (Ohio)"Collins’ witty, hardboiled prose would make Raymond Chandler proud." - Entertainment WeeklyPRAISE FOR MICKEY SPILLANE"Mike Hammer is an icon of our culture." - The New York Times"A superb writer. Spillane is one of the century’s bestselling authors." - The Plain Dealer (Cleveland)

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Book SynopsisSometimes the truth is not all it seems. Sometimes a confession is just the beginning . . . Late one night a man walks into the luxurious home of disgraced banker Harry McNamara and his wife Julie. The man launches an unspeakably brutal attack on Harry as a horror-struck Julie watches, frozen by fear. It looks like Harry's many sins - corruption, greed, betrayal - have finally caught up with him.An hour later the intruder, JP Carney, hands himself in, confessing to the assault. The police have a victim, a suspect in custody and an eye-witness account, but Julie remains troubled.Has Carney's surrender really been driven by a guilty conscience or is this confession the first calculated move in a deadly game?**********'Brilliantly dark' Daily Mail'Fabulous . . . Clever, pacey, compulsive' Daily Mirror'A brilliant hook and rapid-fire ride' Irish Independent'Gripping' Best'Clever, chilling' Sunday TimesTrade ReviewFabulous . . . Clever, pacey, compulsive * Sunday Mirror *Refreshing and... full of twists * The Express *Spain's blackly comic touch pulls us through a brilliantly dark tale * Daily Mail *A brilliantly dark tale * Mail on Sunday *A clever and unusual premise . . . punchy and energetic . . . a brilliant hook and rapid-fire ride * Irish Independent *Fresh, witty writing style . . . an eye for details make the characters instantly believable * Daily Mail *Brilliantly crafted . . . each piece of the puzzle is gradually put together and keeps you gripped until the end * Prima *A scathing overview of the Celtic Tiger years . . . [a] vivid portrait of a fascinating monster * Irish Times *This gripping novel is more of a whydunnit than a whodunnit * Best *A contender for the most arresting opening paragraph of the year . . . This is crime fiction for grown-ups, taking its time to explore the ins and outs of human psychology * Sunday Express *An intriguing Rubik's Cube of a book that kept me turning the pages to get to the truth. So well plotted and beautifully written. I absolutely loved it * Liz Nugent, author of Unravelling Oliver *A clever novel . . . gradually exposing a chilling history of dysfunctional families * Sunday Times *I can't praise The Confession enough. Brilliant writing, great story . . . a really cracking read * BA Paris, author of Behind Closed Doors and The Breakdown *A dizzying tale of lives falling apart that has you addicted from the very first page. I found it impossible to put down, so desperate was I to get to the truth * Michelle Frances, author of The Girlfriend *Enthralling - Spain dissects her characters' secrets with razor-sharp precision * JP Delaney, author of The Girl Before *Here is my confession: I've never read Jo Spain before but now I'll be buying all of her books. The Confession is brutal and brilliant * Fiona Cummins, author of Rattle *The Confession is jaw-dropping. Clever. Addictive. Beautifully drawn characters. Masterful storytelling * Chris Whitaker, author of Tall Oaks *Loved it! Fabulous characters, superbly written, twists, turns & ends with a punch * Amanda Jennings, author of In Her Wake *An absolute cracker of a book, compulsive, deviously plotted and intense - I will be recommending this to everyone * Elizabeth Haynes, author of Into the Darkest Corner *Jo Spain is such a talent. The Confession had me in its thrall from the first page, revealing the dark side of the Celtic Tiger * Sarah Ward, author of In Bitter Chill *I loved this twisty slice of domestic noir * Claire McGowan, author of Blood Tide *

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Book SynopsisBOOK 6 IN THE BALLANTYNE SERIES, BY INTERNATIONAL SENSATION WILBUR SMITH'Best historical novelist' - Stephen King 'A master storyteller' - Sunday Times 'Wilbur Smith is one of those benchmarks against whom others are compared' - The Times 'No one does adventure quite like Smith' - Daily MirrorDIVIDED BY WAR. UNITED BY LOVE.On a beautiful September day, General Penrod Ballantyne and his fiancée, the successful travel writer, Amber Benbrook, stroll hand in hand through the busy streets of Cairo. The future is theirs for the taking. But when Penrod's jealous former lover, Lady Agatha, plants doubt about his character, Amber leaves him and travels to the wilds of Abyssinia with her twin sister, Saffron, and her adventurer husband, Ryder Courtney. On a mission to establish a silver mine, they make the dangerous journey to the new capital of Addis Ababa, where they are welcomed by King Menelik II, the King of Kings. He knows of a plot to invade his beloved Abyssinia, and he needs the Courtneys to help him win. Back in Cairo, a heartbroken Penrod seeks oblivion in Lady Agatha and the city's opium dens, descending into ruin. He is rescued from himself by an old friend, who is now in the Italian army, and offered the chance restore his honour and to join the military efforts. Italy has designs on Abyssinia, and there are rumours of a plan to invade . . . With storm clouds gathering, and on opposing sides of the conflict, can Penrod and Amber find their way back to one another - against all the odds?An epic historical adventure of love, betrayal, courage and war. King of Kings brings together two of Wilbur Smith's greatest families, the Courtneys and the Ballantynes in this sequel to his worldwide bestseller, The Triumph of the Sun (Sunday Times, Jul 2018).The sixth book in the epic Ballantyne Series and the second title in an exciting crossover sequence between Wilbur Smith's two iconic family sagas, the Ballantynes and the Courtneys.The adventures of the Ballantynes and Courtney's continue in Book 7 of the Ballantyne series, Mafeking, coming soon

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Book Synopsis'Just keeps getting better and better' Evening Standard As addictive as Lee Child and as explosive as Michael Connelly – THE WANTED is the new thriller from Robert Crais, and a NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ‘Another rewarding page-turner by one of the most reliable storytellers in modern crime fiction’ Daily Mail Seventeen-year-old Tyson seems a normal teenager: socially awkward, obsessed with video games and always hungry. But his mother has a feeling that her sweet, nerdy son is hiding something … and she’s just found a $40,000 Rolex watch under his bed.   Suddenly very frightened that Tyson is involved in something bad, she gets in touch with private investigator Elvis Cole and asks him to do some digging.   The information that Cole uncovers surprises everyone. Tyson spooks and runs. And then people start dying ... ‘

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Book SynopsisThe Sunday Times top crime read of the year. A journalist on the track of an old case attempts suicide. An ordinary couple return from a house swap in the states to find their home in disarray and their guests seemingly missing. Four strangers struggle to find shelter on a windswept spike of rock in the middle of a raging sea. They have one thing in common: they all lied.And someone is determined to punish them...WHY DID YOU LIE is a terrifying tale of long-delayed retribution from Iceland''s Queen of Suspense.Trade ReviewA tour de force... Sigurdardottir handles the different plot strands brilliantly, bringing them together in an unforgettable climax. * The Sunday Times, Crime Book of the Month *Iceland's outstanding crime novelist is spoiling us in her latest offering, with three juicy storylines for the price of one... I doubt many readers will guess what in the blue blazes can possibly connect these three mysteries before all is revealed, but I'm sure all will revel in the customary Sigurdardottir mixture of creepy atmospherics and sardonic humour. She is a treasure. * Daily Express *Other crime writers might as well give up now. In her new novel, Icelandic author Yrsa Sigurdardottirhas found the single most terrifying place on earth to be stuck in the middle of a murder mystery...taut and compelling * Crime Scene Magazine *Spine-chilling... keeps us on the edge of our seats * Independent *A masterpiece of plotting and suspense * I Paper *Three separate stories are gradually and skilfully merged together and bring this readable, enjoyable thriller to a melodramatic finish * Literary Review *

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Book SynopsisA horrifying discovery is made off the coast of Scotland's Isle of Skye – with global consequences. Deadly Code is the third novel in Lin Anderson's forensic crime series featuring Rhona MacLeod.'One of the most satisfying characters in modern crime fiction' – Daily MailFollowing a grisly discovery made on Scotland’s Isle of Skye, forensic scientist Rhona MacLeod is sent over to investigate. It’s there she finds a decomposing foot, caught in a net by a local fisherman. Where is the rest of the body? Who was the dead man? And why does the Ministry of Defence want the discovery to be kept out of the media?Returning to her island roots, Rhona soon becomes embroiled in a conspiracy that stretches far beyond the beautiful and remote Western Isles. For there are deadly international forces at play, controlled by powerful people who are willing to do anything to protect their interests – and

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Book SynopsisThe final novel in the chilling and epic new fantasy series from the bestselling and critically acclaimed author of PRINCE OF THORNS and RED SISTER ''If you like dark you will love Mark Lawrence. And when the light breaks through and it all makes sense, the contrast is gorgeous'' ROBIN HOBBThe green world overwhelms all of Yaz's expectations. Everything seems different but some things remain the same: her old enemies are still bent on her destruction.The Corridor abounds with plenty and unsuspected danger. To stand a chance against the eyeless priest, Eular, and the god-like city-mind, Seus, Yaz will need to learn fast and make new friends.The Convent of Sweet Mercy, like the Corridor itself, is packed with peril and opportunity. Yaz needs the nuns' help but first they want to execute her.The fate of everyone squeezed between the Corridor's vast walls, and ultimately the fate of those labouring to survive out on ice itself, hangs from the moon, and the battle to save the moon centres Trade Review‘An excellent writer’#1 New York Times bestselling author George R.R. Martin ‘Mark Lawrence gets better with every book. It has a drive to it, a pulse, a gearshift that kicks higher and higher’Fantasy Book Review ‘Dark, passionate, tense, with a female hero anyone could relate to–I was utterly fascinated! This is no pretty, flowery tale, but one of vastly different people struggling to survive when a hostile government comes to power’#1 New York Times bestselling author Tamora Pierce 'If you like dark you will love Mark Lawrence. And when the light breaks through and it all makes sense, the contrast is gorgeous'#1 New York Times bestselling author Robin Hobb

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Book SynopsisA sumptuous, page-turning historical novel of revenge and redemption set against the backdrop of civil injustice and the rise of Fascism.Trade Review‘A lush and beautifully rendered novel that will keep you turning pages long into the night. Mystery, intrigue, secrets and a vendetta fuel this story, which is ultimately about the meaning of family and the power of love. Brava!’ Adriana Trigiani, New York Times-bestselling author of The Good Left Undone‘This novel whisked me away to 1930s Chicago and all the wonders of the World’s Fair. Family secrets, revenge and women who refuse to do what they're told – an ideal combination. I loved it’ Louise Hare, author of This Lovely City and Miss Aldridge Regrets‘Expansive and emotive, I couldn't put this book down. Amid the intrigue, revenge, and redemption set against the backdrop of the Chicago World's Fair, Anika Scott still manages to make Sinners of Starlight City a deeply intimate story about family with characters that jump off the page. Another notch in Scott's literary belt!’ Catherine Adel West, author of The Two Lives of Sara and Saving Ruby King'Full of Italian mobsters and family strife, this tale of historical fiction and drama will transport readers to the fantasy and glory that was the 1933 World’s Fair’ Booklist

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Book SynopsisThe gripping new novel from the global bestselling author of The Girl in the Letter Emily Gunnis is a heartwrenching story of a girl disappeared, a terrible wrong and powerful people with something to hide... NO ONE BELIEVED THE GIRLS. BUT BONES DON'T LIE... The clock is ticking for Superintendent Jo Hamilton, who is just days from retirement from Sussex Police when the discovery of the bones of a young woman takes her back to a tragic unsolved case she worked on as WPC in the 1970s: the disappearance of a teenage girl from a notorious local children's home, not long after another young resident died in suspicious circumstances.   Jo is determined track down the victim's sister, convinced that re-opening the hushed-up wrongs of the past will uncover the truth of the girls' deaths. But will the trail lead her disturbingly close to home?

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Book Synopsis The brand new John Rebus thriller from the iconic Number One bestseller Ian Rankin: one of the must-read books of the year. John Rebus spent his life as a detective putting Edinburgh''s most deadly criminals behind bars. Now, he''s joined them...As new allies and old enemies circle, and the days and nights bleed into each other, even the legendary detective struggles to keep his head.That is, until a murder at midnight in a locked cell presents a new mystery. They say old habits die hard...However, this is a case where the prisoners and the guards are all suspects, and everyone has something to hide. With no badge, no authority and no safety net, Rebus walks a tightrope - with his life on the line.But how do you find a killer in a place full of them?* * * * * PRAISE FOR THE ICONIC NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER IAN RANKIN: ''Ian Rankin is a genius'' LEE CHILD ''Reb

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Book Synopsis Bestselling phenomenon Simon McCleave is back with another gripping, atmospheric new crime thriller set on the Isle of Anglesey, Wales. Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE ANGLESEY SERIES: ‘Full of twists and with plenty of atmosphere.’ – Million-copy bestseller FAITH MARTIN ‘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 SynopsisLess than one hundred miles off the coast of Florida sits a tiny Caribbean island so innocuous that no one with grand nefarious plans would spare it a second glance. Or would they?Key Isabella might be small, but it has become a hub for the drug trade into the United States. For the Black Beretsthe world's fiercest mercenariesthe issue of a billion-dollar heroin smuggling operation hits a sore spot they can't ignore. Arriving in the West Indies, the five-man team of American heroes is tasked with overthrowing Key Isabella's evil dictator without anyone finding out they're involved. To make matters more difficult, they soon bump into the additional problem of a police force just as violent and corrupt as the nation's tyrannical leader.

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Book SynopsisClaire Lidman died fourteen years ago.So why does she appear in the background of a recent holiday snap taken in Venice?Her husband brings the anomaly to Hans Rekke and Micaela Vargas. Initial scepticism gives way to cautious belief, but Rekke is falling apart again and Vargas has her own problems. Her gangster brother is threatening to silence her if she doesn''t get off his case.Meanwhile, Rekke''s daughter Julia has a new boyfriend she''s determined to keep secret. He sees something in her she can''t see herself, but there are hints of a darker side.Most troubling of all, Rekke is hearing whispers of a name he hasn''t heard for years. A rival from his youth whose restless evil links all the threads in this incipient case. The pieces are laid and he''s already one move ahead. The name of the game is revenge.Translated from the Swedish by Ian GilesReviews for Dark Music:One Holmes himself

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Book SynopsisWell, this is a belter of a book! A hugely entertaining and gripping read!' NetGalley reviewer, ?????He'll watch you.A lawyer is found dead at sunrise on a lonely clifftop at Dunnet Head on the northernmost tip of Scotland. It was supposed to be his honeymoon, but now his wife will never see him again.He'll hunt you.The case is linked to several mysterious deaths, including the murder of the lawyer's last client Scotland's most notorious criminal who had just walked free. DS Max Craigie knows this can only mean one thing: they have a vigilante serial killer on their hands.He'll leave you to die.But this time the killer isn't on the run; he's on the investigation team. And the rules are different when the murderer is this close to home.He knows their weaknesses, knows how to stay hidden, and he thinks he's above the lawMax, Janie and Ross return in the latest gripping novel in this explosive Scottish crime series. Fans of Ian Rankin, Stuart MacBride and Marion Todd will love The Night Trade Review Praise for Neil Lancaster: ‘Grabbed me from the first page … think Jack Reacher fronting Line of Duty’ Ian Rankin ‘The best police procedural I've read in years – fast-paced, compelling and deeply authentic. DS Max Craigie is a brilliant hero and I can't wait for the next in the series’ Jane Casey ‘A genuinely thrilling adventure’ Scottish Sun ‘Compelling, quirky and engaging, this is a page-turner you won't want to miss!’ Denzil Meyrick ‘Genuinely gripping, a total page-turner and one of my favourite reads of the year’ Matt Nixon, Daily Express ‘Great storytelling with a whiplash smart hero and heroine’ Daily Mail ‘A cracking good story … kept me turning the pages, and loving the twists. I can’t wait for the second Craigie instalment’ Gytha Lodge ‘Gripping’ Bella ‘A sizzling start to a new series’ Crime Monthly ‘A thriller writer set to blow up the bestseller lists’ C. L. Taylor ‘Rock hard cop stuff, from a writer who’s done it for real. Absolutely terrific’ Paul Finch ‘The most authentic voice in thriller writing’ Tony Parsons ‘An edge-of-your-seat, read-in-one-sitting book. If you like Line of Duty, you must snap this up’ Cass Green ‘An authentic and compelling thriller. Highly recommended’ Mark Dawson ‘Absolutely blown away by how good this is … highly recommended’ Marion Todd ‘If you loved his Tom Novak series, you’ll love this even more’ Stephen Leather ‘A powerful and gripping story … D. S. Max Craigie is a fantastic creation’ Howard Linskey ‘An incredible piece of work. Great storytelling, pacy and written with such a sense of place’ Chris MacDonald ‘A stone cold classic of the genre; the strongest start to a series I’ve seen in years’ Tony Kent ‘Compelling from beginning to end!’ John Barlow If you want to know how the police really do it, you’d be mad to miss this' Claire Seeber

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Book SynopsisRuth Rendell was an exceptional crime writer, and will be remembered as a legend in her own lifetime. Her groundbreaking debut novel, From Doon With Death, was first published in 1964 and introduced the reader to her enduring and popular detective, Inspector Reginald Wexford, who went on to feature in twenty-four of her subsequent novels.With worldwide sales of approximately 20 million copies, Rendell was a regular Sunday Times bestseller. Her sixty bestselling novels include police procedurals, some of which have been successfully adapted for TV, stand-alone psychological mysteries, and a third strand of crime novels under the pseudonym Barbara Vine. Very much abreast of her times, the Wexford books in particular often engaged with social or political issues close to her heart.Rendell won numerous awards, including the Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger for 1976's best crime novel with A Demon in My View, a Gold Dagger award for Live Fles

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Book SynopsisThe discovery of a human foot in an Edinburgh park, the inexplicable circumstances of a dying woman, and the missing daughter of Jenny’s violent ex-husband present the Skelf women with their most challenging – and deadly – cases yet… Book THREE in the addictive The Skelfs series! ‘Simply stunning. Tense, funny and deeply moving’ Mark Billingham ‘If you loved Iain Banks, you’ll devour the Skelfs series’ Erin Kelly ‘Nobody portrays modern Edinburgh better than Doug Johnstone. The Great Silence speaks volumes about the power of story’ Val McDermid ______________ Keeping on top of the family funeral directors’ and private-investigation businesses is no easy task for the Skelf women, and when matriarch Dorothy discovers a human foot while walking the dog, a perplexing case presents itself … with potentially deadly results. Daughter Jenny and grand-daughter Hannah have their hands full too: The mysterious circumstances of a dying woman lead them into an unexpected family drama, Hannah's new astrophysicist colleague claims he's receiving messages from outer space, and the Skelfs' teenaged lodger has yet another devastating experience. Nothing is clear as the women are immersed ever deeper in their most challenging cases yet. But when the daughter of Jenny’s violent and fugitive ex-husband goes missing without trace and a wild animal is spotted roaming Edinburgh's parks, real danger presents itself, and all three Skelfs are in peril. Taut, dark, warmly funny and unafraid to ask big questions – of us all – The Great Silence is the much-anticipated third instalment in the addictive, unforgettable Skelfs series, and the stakes are higher than ever. ______________ ‘This is their third outing and the stories get better each time … Told with a wry humour and affection, the novel underlines just how accomplished Johnstone has become’ Daily Mail ‘The power of this book lies in the warm personalities and dark humour of the Skelfs, and by the end readers will be just as interested in their relationships with each other as the mysteries they are trying to solve’ Scotsman ‘Remarkable’ Sunday Times Crime Club STAR PICK ‘Keeps you hungry from page to page. A crime reader can’t ask anything more’ The Sun ‘Mysteries aplenty … a poignant reflection on grief and the potential for healing that lies within us all. A proper treat’ Mary Paulson-Ellis ‘A thrilling, atmospheric book, set in the dark streets of Edinburgh. That great city really came alive for me in this gripping tale. Move over Ian Rankin, Doug Johnstone is coming through!’ Kate Rhodes ‘An unstoppable, thrilling, bullet train of a book that cleverly weaves in family and intrigue, and has real emotional impact. I totally loved it’ Helen Fields ‘This enjoyable mystery is also a touching and often funny portrayal of grief ... more, please’ Guardian ‘Wonderful characters: flawed, funny and brave’ Sunday Times ‘Exceptional … a must for those seeking strong, authentic, intelligent female protagonists’ Publishers Weekly The Skelfs series has been: ***Shortlisted for the McIlvanney Prize for Best Scottish Crime Book of the Year*** ***Longlisted for Theakston’s Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year*** ***Shortlisted for Amazon Publishing Capital Crime Thriller of the Year***

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Book SynopsisTHE ISLES OF SCILLY MYSTERIES #4 ‘Clever, atmospheric and compelling, it’s another masterclass in plotting’ WOMAN'S WEEKLY 'Rhodes is a published poet and every one of her sentences sings' FINANCIAL TIMESWITH A KILLER ON THE LOOSE As the scorching summer sun beats down on St Mary’s in the Isles of Scilly, DI Ben Kitto and his team are training for the annual Swimathon, until they discover a body hanging from Pulpit Rock, dressed in a bridal gown.ON A TINY ISLAND An obsessive killer is hunting for female victims. Kitto has no choice but to stop anyone leaving St Mary’s, but soon another woman is attacked.EVERYONE IS A SUSPECT The killer must be a trusted member of the community. Kitto’s investigation is being watched closely, the killer always one step ahead, as the next victim is chosen . . .

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Book Synopsis'I implore you to read (or listen to) it' - Marian Keyes, author of Again, Rachel'One of the best books I’ve ever read' – Ruth Jones, author of Love UntoldAn all-consuming story of loneliness, obsession and how far we go for the ones we love, If I Can't Have You is the debut novel by Charlotte Levin.After fleeing Manchester for London, Constance Little attempts to put past tragedies behind her and make a fresh start. When she embarks on a relationship with the new doctor at the medical practice where she works, she’s convinced she’s finally found the love and security she craves.Then he ends it.But if life has taught her anything, it’s that if you love someone, you should never let them go.That's why for Constance Little, her obsession is only just beginning . . .'Exceptionally raw and visceral and painfully funny' – Emma Flint, author of Little Deaths'Darkly comic and beautifully written’ – Woman‘Blackly comic, heartrendingly sad’ – Best'Compulsively readable and darkly funny’ – Laura Marshall, author of Friend RequestTrade ReviewI IMPLORE you to read (or listen to) it. It's SO many things - dark, sweet, odd, moving, credible, tender, BEAUTIFULLY written & at times funny -- Marian Keyes, author of Again, RachelSo beautifully written, such a devastatingly compelling story. I can honestly say it’s one of the best books I’ve ever read - it is without shadow of a doubt, EASILY up there with The Girl on the Train and Eleanor Oliphant -- Ruth JonesThis is superb. The main character Constance is brilliantly flawed and so compassionately drawn - it’s raw and compulsive and disturbing and very well done indeed -- Harriet Tyce, author of Richard & Judy Book Club pick Blood OrangeAn exceptionally raw and visceral and painfully funny novel. Charlotte Levin writes so well and so powerfully about loneliness, longing, love and loss that Constance will stay with me for a long time -- Emma Flint, Women's Prize longlisted author of Little DeathsA blackly comic but heartfelt story of love and loneliness, with an endearing and damaged heroine * Sunday Mirror *A darkly comic and beautifully written debut novel * Woman *Blackly comic, heartrendingly sad . . . a brilliant debut novel * Best *Compulsively readable and darkly funny with pin-sharp characterization. Love love loved it -- Laura Marshall, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Friend RequestBrilliant. A perfect and completely terrifying depiction of heartbreak and obsession -- Sarah Powell, presenter, founder of ‘Celebrate Yourself’ and Red Magazine columnist

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Book Synopsis''You won''t put this novel down until you''ve uncovered every last skeleton in the closet. I loved it '' Louise CandlishKieran Elliott''s life changed forever on a single day when a reckless mistake led to devastating consequences. The guilt that haunts him still resurfaces during a visit with his young family to the small coastal town he once called home.Kieran''s parents are struggling in a community which is bound, for better or worse, to the sea that is both a lifeline and a threat. Between them all is his absent brother Finn.When a body is discovered on the beach, long-held secrets threaten to emerge in the murder investigation that follows. A sunken wreck, a missing girl, and questions that have never washed away...Praise for The Survivors''A new book by Harper is always an event'' Sunday Times''Once again Harper demonstrates how good she is at portraying the fear and meTrade ReviewThis atmospheric thriller stealthily peels back layers of silence that cover the unspeakable secrets of a tightly knit community * Daily Mail *It's a murder mystery, but also a chronicle of youth, grief and growing up * Richard Madeley, Richard and Judy book club *A new book from Harper is always an event. Starting with The Dry (2016), she has built an international reputation on a series of crime novels set in remote communities in Australia, a genre that has become known as rural noir. For her fourth novel, Harper has turned her attention to a different kind of isolation; a small town battered by the elements on the coast of Tasmania...It is the kind of set-up that Harper handles expertly * Sunday Times Best Crime Novels for January 2021 *Lulling and startling in turn, The Survivors immerses you from the first line in the secret lives of the population of Evelyn Bay. You won't put this novel down until you've uncovered every last skeleton in the closet. I loved it * Louise Candlish *Multi-layered, atmospheric and brilliantly written * Sun *Australian crime author, Jane Harper, has become an automatic must-read writer for me and her fourth novel, The Survivors, is full of her trademark twists and turns and clever, atmospheric writing * Sarra Manning, The Best Books to Read this January, Red *Australian author Harper's debut, The Dry, won a host of awards when it came out in 2017. Her latest, set in a small Tasmanian coastal town, is the same mix of brooding atmosphere and clever plotting * Good Housekeeping, This month's 10 books to read right now! *Full of those secrets within small communities that she writes so well. Set in a coastal town in Tasmania, this tale is full of atmosphere and intrigue * Prima *Brilliant...I read this in one sitting and can't impress upon you enough how well written and engaging it is * Woman's Way *The mistress of Australian noir returns with an emotional story about secrets beneath the surface of apparently respectable small towns...Both a mystery and a subtle examination of character. Once again Harper demonstrates how good she is at portraying the fear and menace that lurk in ordinary lives * Daily Mail *Harper takes on board corrosive issues of guilt, memory and responsibility to mesmerising effect * Financial Times Best Summer Reads 2021 *The Australian novelist Jane Harper is known for her excellent outback noir novels, in which the harsh, sun-bakedexpanses of the landscape play as much a part as her protagonists. Her latest, The Survivors, moves the action to the coast of Tasmania, and shows that Harper doesn't need sun and sand to write a compelling, terrifying thriller...Harper goes from strength to strength * Observer, Thrillers of the Month *Jane Harper's superb new novel The Survivors exhibits all the qualities that make her such a compelling writer: a preoccupation with the clumsy, anxious joys and sorrows of adolescence and the awkward, haunted relationships of old friends who have nothing left in common but the past; an ability to unfold with steady, deliberate, unshowy brilliance a slow-burning family drama that reaches a devastating climax; a deft facility for artful character and plot misdirection; above all, a gift for setting, in this case the cliffside, the beach, the treacherous series of caves, the deserted town itself, all in thrall to the beauty and power and menace of the ocean. Sure-footed, technically impeccable plotting and storytelling ensure the mystery holds until the final pages, when Harper's compassionate eye imbues the novel with a satisfying degree of moral nuance * Irish Times *A gripping read from Jane Harper, the best-selling author of The Dry * Hello *Another brilliant read from the best-selling author * New! *Fundamental to the success of her previous novels such as The Dry has been Jane Harper's subtle mastery of a sense of place, in particular rural Australia...Harper's writing is as unobtrusively effective as ever in setting the scene * The Times *The new crime novel from the Australian author dubbed "the queen of outback noir" by The Sunday Times * The Best Books of 2021 from The Times and the Sunday Times *A dark, Tasmania-set tale of long-ago disaster, barely buried guilt and possible murder * iNews, 75 Best Books for 2021 *Without doubt one of the finest crime writers at work today, a new Jane Harper novel is the highlight of my reading year. She has this knack of painting such beautiful scenes, only to thread them with such menace, such sheer atmospheric terror. Phenomenal * Chris Whitaker, author of We Begin At The End *No one does small town secrets better than Jane Harper. Gripping, moving and absolutely compelling, The Survivors is another triumph * Jane Casey, author of Sunday Times bestseller Cruel Acts *Like in her previous books, the setting is so strong that it's almost a character in itself. For fans like me, a new Harper book is a treat and this is another cracking read * Good Reading *Once again, as in all her crime novels beginning with The Dry, Australian crime writer Jane Harper creates an impressive landscape that serves to illustrate how the experience of place inevitably shapes the lives of those who live there . . . The Survivors is a subtle, quiet book about guilt, grief and growing up. You may find it hard to leave it behind * Sydney Morning Herald *A latest slice of outback noir from Jane 'The Dry' Harper, the queen of Australian crime, in which a man is forced to reckon with the secrets of his past when a body washes up on the beach * Metro, Top Eight Gripping New Novels in 2021 *'Jane Harper returns with another brilliant read. Harper is a compelling writer, her plotting and storytelling will keep you gripped. You will be transported to the coastal town where the community is bound to the ocean, with all its beauty and menace, for better or worse' * Dumfries & Galloway Life *Secrets, guilt and a sunken wreck. More from the Australian bestselling author * The Times, Books to Look Out For in 2021 *

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Book SynopsisA gripping new police procedural thriller from Simon Toyne featuring criminologist Dr Laughton Rees and DCI Tannahill Khan

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Book SynopsisLaura Dave is the global number one bestselling author of several novels, including The Last Thing He Told Me and Eight Hundred Grapes. Her novels have been translated into thirty-eight languages, and six of them, including The Night We Lost Him, have been optioned for film and television. She resides in Santa Monica, California.

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Book SynopsisBOOK 16 IN THE EPIC HISTORICAL SAGA OF THE COURTNEY FAMILY, FROM INTERNATIONAL SENSATION WILBUR SMITH'Best historical novelist' - Stephen King'A master storyteller' - Sunday Times'Wilbur Smith is one of those benchmarks against whom others are compared' ­-The Times'No one does adventure quite like Smith' - Daily MirrorTWO HEROES. ONE UNBREAKABLE BOND.Torn apart by war, Saffron Courtney and Gerhard von Meerbach are thousands of miles apart, both struggling for their lives.Gerhard - despite his objections to the Nazi regime - is fighting for the Fatherland, hoping one day to rid Germany of Hitler and his cronies. But as his unit is thrown into the hellish attrition of the Battle of Stalingrad, he knows his chances of survival are dwindling by the day.Meanwhile Saffron - recruited by the Special Operations Executive and sent to occupied Belgium to discover how the Nazis have infiltrated SOE's network - soon finds herself hunted by Germany's most ruthless spymaster. Confronted by evil beyond their worst imaginings, the lovers must each make the hardest choice of all: sacrifice themselves, or do whatever they can to survive, hoping that one day they will be reunited.A Courtney Series adventure - Book 3 in the Assegai sequence.Courtney's War is an epic historical adventure of courage, betrayal and undying love that takes the reader to the very heart of a world at war, from Wilbur Smith, one of the best and most beloved authors of the century. Don't miss the thrilling conclusion of the Assegai sequence, Legacy of War, available now.Book 17 in the Courtney family series, Ghost Fire, is available now.'Courtney's War' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/e 09-09-2018.

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Book SynopsisEdward Marston has written well over a hundred books, including some non-fiction. He is best known for his hugely successful Railway Detective series and he also writes the Bow Street Rivals series featuring twin detectives set during the Regency; the Home Front Detective novels set during the First World War; and the Ocean Liner mysteries.

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Book SynopsisA chilling ritual is being acted out by a sadistic killer in Dark Flight, the fourth novel in Lin Anderson's forensic crime series featuring Rhona MacLeod.Six-year-old Stephen Devlin has vanished, his mother and grandmother horrifically murdered. At the scene of the devastating crime, forensic scientist Rhona Macleod finds a chilling African talisman, made from the bones of a child. Working with DS Michael McNab, Rhona joins a task force that has been formed in a desperate attempt to track down the missing child before it’s too late. As the case builds momentum, it becomes clear the killer’s motive was linked to the fact that the boy and his mother had recently returned from Nigeria.When further victims are found, Rhona realizes she must decipher the talisman’s meaning if they are to have any hope of finding Stephen before he becomes the next link in the killer’s chain . . . Dark Flight is the fourth book in the Rhona MacLeod series by Lin Anderson.Trade ReviewForensic scientist Rhona MacLeod has become one of the most satisfying characters in modern crime fiction — honourable, inquisitive and yet plagued by doubts and, sometimes, fears . . . As ever, the landscape is stunningly evoked and MacLeod’s decency and humanity shine through on every page * Daily Mail *The best Scottish crime series since Rebus * Daily Record *Lin Anderson is one of Scotland’s national treasures – don’t be fooled by comparisons, her writing is unique, bringing warmth and depth to even the seediest parts of Glasgow. Lin’s Rhona MacLeod is a complex and compelling heroine who just gets better with every outing -- Stuart MacBride

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Book SynopsisThe nightmare begins before you sleep . . .By the Master of Horror, James Herbert's Moon follows Jonathan, who fled from the terrors of his past, finding refuge in the quietness of the island. And for a time he lived in peace. Until the 'sightings' began, visions of horror seeping into his mind like poisonous tendrils, violent acts that were hideously macabre, the thoughts becoming intense. He witnessed the grotesque acts of another thing, a thing that glorified in murder and mutilation, a monster that soon became aware of the observer within its own mind. And relished contact. A creature that would eventually come to the island to seek him out . . .Trade ReviewGuaranteed to give you nightmares. * Daily Mail *Building to a horrific climax, it's James Herbert's best book yet. But do not read it alone.... especially on a moonlight night. * Daily Mirror *

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Book SynopsisThe second psychological thriller from No 1 bestselling Swedish crime sensation Camilla Läckberg.In the fishing community of Fjallbacka, life is remote, peaceful and for some, tragically short.Foul play was always suspected in the disappearance twenty years ago of two young holidaymakers in the area. Now a young boy out playing has confirmed this grim truth. Their remains, discovered with those of a fresh victim, send the town into shock.Local detective Patrik Hedstrom, expecting a baby with his girlfriend Erica, can only imagine what it is like to lose a child. When a second young girl goes missing, Hedstrom''s attention focuses on the Hults, a feuding clan of misfits, relgious fanatics and criminals. The suspect list is long but time is short which of this family''s dark secrets will provide the vital clue?Trade ReviewPraise for ‘The Preacher’: ‘[Lackberg] is an expert at mixing scenes of domestic cosiness with blood-curdling horror … a must for white-knuckle junkies’ Guardian 'An entertaining storyteller [who] keeps us guessing' Independent 'It's worth keeping an eye on Camilla Läckberg, whose second novel, The Preacher, is a cracker … the plotting is immaculate and the villain proves to be thoroughly and inventively unpleasant' Independent 'Both chilling and thrilling' Sun ‘A welcome addition to the swelling ranks of Scandinavian crime writers… a good, solid read’ Irish Independent Praise for ‘The Ice Princess’: ‘Another top-class Scandinavian crime writer reaches the British market’ The Times ‘A welcome new voice in crime fiction’ Woman & Home ‘Has a brooding quality redolent of its barren Swedish landscapes… intriguing and not a little disturbing’ Irish Times ‘Chilly, deceptive and lucid, just like the icy environment it describes’ Literary Review ‘Heart-stopping and heart-warming, ‘The Ice Princess’ is a masterclass in Scandinavian crime writing’ Val McDermid "Camilla Lackberg is a more than welcome addition to the growing ranks of Scandinavian crime writers translated into English. With its sharp emotional nuances and psychological insight, ‘The Ice Princess’ builds in suspense as the author turns her clear eye on the buried secrets and contemporary relationships of a small, isolated community. I predict that Fjallbacka and its crimes and people will soon be as poplular here as they are in her native Sweden" Peter Robinson

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Book SynopsisThe third book in the classic Martin Beck detective series from the 1960s the novels that shaped the future of Scandinavian crime writing.Hugely acclaimed, the Martin Beck series were the original Scandinavian crime novels and have inspired the writings of Stieg Larsson, Henning Mankell and Jo Nesbo.Written in the 1960s, 10 books completed in 10 years, they are the work of Maj Sjöwall and Per Wahlöö a husband and wife team from Sweden. They follow the fortunes of the detective Martin Beck, whose enigmatic, taciturn character has inspired countless other policemen in crime fiction; without his creation Ian Rankin's John Rebus or Henning Mankell's Kurt Wallander may never have been conceived. The novels can be read separately, but are best read in chronological order, so the reader can follow the characters' development and get drawn into the series as a whole.The Man on the Balcony' balances the most inhuman of crimes with the humanity of the men who must solve it resulting in a poliTrade Review‘Authentic seeming, grim, but fascinating.’ Sunday Telegraph ‘A well-told, documentary-type tale of how the Stockholm police slog away…There is something of Ed McBain's “87th Precinct” novels about it, but with less of a factory finish.’ Spectator ‘They changed the genre. Whoever is writing crime fiction after these novels is inspired by them in one way or another.’ Henning Mankell ‘If you haven’t read Sjöwall/Wahlöö, start now.’ Sunday Telegraph ‘Pick up one book…and you become unhinged. You want to block out a week of your life, lie to your boss, and stay in bed, gorging on one after another.’ Observer

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Book SynopsisThe truth is, everyone lies. All that matters is who lies the best''A multi-layered thriller in which no one can be trusted set against a stunning desert backdrop absolutely loved it.'' Catherine CooperExotic, intriguing and utterly addictive' MJ ArlidgeSara is about to spend a week in a villa with people she barely knows.She's been invited to join her daughter, Liv, her boyfriend and his parents on their holiday. She can't say no. After what happened, she'll jump at any chance to spend time with Liv.She tries to be the perfect guest, and they seem like the perfect hosts. But something about the Forrest family isn't right.By the end of the trip, someone will be dead. Lies will bind the rest of them together. But who can lie the best?Utterly unputdownable, this gripping thriller is perfect for fans of TM Logan, Nikki Smith and Elin Hildebrand and Netflix''s The Perfect Couple.Praise for Annabel KantariaHaunting, dark and wonderfully atmospheric'' B A ParisA brilliant tale about a toxic friendship'The SunA nail-biting read that absolutely gripped me' Susan Lewis''A clever, tense thriller'' HeatReaders are OBSESSED with You Lied First''Quick paced, dark in places and full of suspenseit had me on the edge of my seat''''A great story, twisty, gripping and nicely exotic''''I couldn''t read fast enoughbrilliant''

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Book SynopsisA modern spin on a folk tale where the improbable can happen the twists are lovely; dark and deep' The TimesGolding folds together a folklore-inspired plot with the modern twists and tension of a police procedural novel to create a bitingly unnerving story' Adele Parks, PlatinumPowerful imagery and captivating characters, this a grabbing book' Magic Radio Book ClubThe most original book you'll read this year' Crime Monthly * * *When a small child is found wandering alone, the local shopkeepers call the authorities immediately. Twenty minutes later, the girl's mother turns up, panicked and distraught. It doesn''t take long to clear things up, and mother and daughter are soon reunited and sent on their way.Miles away, the body of a man is discovered, floating in a bathtub, but the most surprising discovery of all is that he isn''t dead. Despite his injuries, he is very much alive.Two seemingly unrelated events. But as DS Harper begins to investigate, disturbing connections between the tTrade Review PRAISE FOR THE REPLACEMENT ‘A modern spin on a folk tale where the improbable can happen … deftly spun … the twists are lovely; dark and deep’The Times ‘Golding folds together a folklore-inspired plot with the modern twists and tension of a police procedural novel to create a bitingly unnerving story’ Adele Parks, Platinum ‘Sewing together the many threads of the case, there is the added folklore that seeps into an atmospheric, mysterious and horror-struck storyline. Powerful imagery and captivating characters, this a grabbing book’ Magic Radio Book Club ‘The most original book you’ll read this year … equal parts detective novel, psychological thriller and family drama. Full of twists, turns and atmosphere, make sure you don’t accidentally stay up all night devouring it’ Crime Monthly ‘A psychological thriller with a difference’ Heat ‘Creepy and atmospheric, the author weaves a magical thread of folklore into this outstanding thriller’ My Weekly ‘Chillingly brilliant’ Bella PRAISE FOR MELANIE GOLDING ‘Chilling story, beautiful prose. Little Darlings is stunning’ Clare Mackintosh, number one Sunday Times bestseller ‘Rich and satisfying, this is part who-done-it, part fairy tale, part psychological thriller. It delivers on all fronts and will continue to rattle you, long after you have put it down’ Felicity Everett, author of The People at Number 9 ‘Deep. Dark. Utterly addictive. I read this extraordinary book in one, breathless gulp…Be warned – you can't unread this story. It will haunt you' Teresa Driscoll, author of I Am Watching You ‘A story that is in turn enthralling, creepy and downright sinister, Melanie Golding turns fairy tales on their heads…A brilliant, heart-pounding read’ Lisa Hall, author of Between You and Me

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Book SynopsisTHE TOP TWENTY SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERA brilliant new story-teller has arrived' ERIN KELLYA read-in-one-sitting thriller' LUCY CLARKEChilling, devious' JANICE HALLETTGlorious escapism with a murderous twist' TAMMY COHENThey thought it was perfect. They were wrongA glamorous chateauAura and Nick don't talk about what happened in England. They've bought a chateau in France to make a fresh start, and their kids need them to stay together whatever it costs.A couple on the brinkThe expat community is welcoming, but when a neighbour is murdered at a lavish party, Aura and Nick don't know who to trust.A secret that is bound to come out Someone knows exactly why they really came to the chateau. And someone is going to give them what they deserve.The Sunday Times bestseller is back with a rollercoaster read, perfect for fans of Lucy Foley and Ruth Ware.Gripping, glamorous, ingeniously twisty' LAURA MARSHALLThe definition of unputdownable' SINEAD CROWLEYHot on the heels of her debut thriller, CTrade Review PRAISE FOR THE CHATEAU: ‘The author of hit The Chalet is back with an even better psychological thriller that will have you reading into the early hours’ THE SUN ‘Murder, family secrets and revenge all culminate in a shocking finale to this fast-paced murder mystery’ MY WEEKLY ‘Escapism with a twist’ WOMAN & HOME ‘A chilling read’ BELLA ‘Chillingly brilliant’ CLOSER ‘Addictive’ CRIME MONTHLY ‘Cooper has done it again – with captivating characters and a roller-coaster ride of a storyline, you’ll be gripped right up to the last line’ HEAT ‘Excellent reading’ BELFAST TELEGRAPH ‘Chilling, devious’ JANICE HALLETT, author of THE APPEAL ‘‘Darkly glamorous and fuelled by adrenalin, The Chateau is a read-in-one-sitting thriller. I devoured it!’ LUCY CLARKE ‘A page turner with an ending I wasn't expecting!’ DEBBIE HOWELLS ‘The definition of unputdownable. A Christie tribute in the best way’ SINEAD CROWLEY ‘Insanely gripping, it’s glorious escapism with a murderous twist’ TAMMY COHEN ‘Gripping, glamorous, ingeniously twisty’ LAURA MARSHALL PRAISE FOR CATHERINE COOPER: ‘Agatha Christie meets the glamour of apres-ski’ SUNDAY TIMES STYLE ‘‘An intense, claustrophobic thriller’ HEAT ‘A brilliant book with a twist you won’t see coming’ BELLA ‘A great, pacy read fans of Lucy Foley will love’ FABULOUS ‘Atmospheric and suspenseful’ WOMAN’S WEEKLY ‘A striking debut – the ultimate winter read!’ FRANCE MAGAZINE ‘Adrenaline-charged – makes for superb, wintry reading’ WI LIFE ‘Pure adrenaline, from the killer first page to the chilling last line’ ERIN KELLY ‘I loved the vivid setting’ CASS GREEN ‘A chilling and atmospheric thriller full of addictive twists' ROZ WATKINS ‘A cleverly plotted thriller set in the French Alps. The snow made me feel like I was there’ ALLIE REYNOLDS ‘A striking debut… the ultimate winter read’ France magazine

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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.Knocked my socks off. McCleave knows how to leave you gasping for air. Absolutely thrilling!' International million-copy bestseller, Helen FieldsThe beautiful Isle of Anglesey has been rocked by the brutal murders of three female students at a local college. DI Laura Hart is called in to track down the murderer who the papers have dubbed the Anglesey Ripper before he strikes again.She quickly identifies a suspect but just as she is about to pounce, he slips through her fingers.Laura and the Beaumaris CID must pursue the serial killer across the island in an increasingly dangerous game of cat and mouse but he's always one step ahead of them. And soon, the hunters will become the huntedAn explosive, edge-of-your-seat read that's perfect for fans of LJ Ross, Ann Cleeves and Elly Griffiths.Readers love Simon McCleave's Angelsey Series!This book was awesome! SuTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE ANGLESEY SERIES: ‘A thrilling and atmospheric page-turner with a truly nail biting ending!’ – D.S. BUTLER ‘An all too believable, gritty piece of Welsh Noir with twists you won’t see coming.’ – ALEX SHAW ‘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 ‘Dark, intense and utterly gripping – Blood on the Shore chilled me to the bone. Just brilliant!’ – MARION TODD ‘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 Synopsis'Gorgeous, an utter delight' MARIAN KEYESA charming debut that sparks with fun and fizz' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING'A must read!' SOPHIE IRWIN'Storytelling at its finest' STYLISTA DAILY MAIL BOOK OF THE YEARLONGLISTED FOR THE HISTORICAL WRITERS'' ASSOCIATION DEBUT CROWN PRIZEI want your reputation', the girl said to Mrs Wood. I want everything you have'Mrs Wood is the London's most celebrated medium, having survived decades in the competitive world of contacting the Other Side hosting packed-out séances for Victorian high society.But, with rival young mediums dazzling audiences across the city, the allure of London's most established star might be starting to wane. And then, at one of her routine gatherings, she hears something truly terrifying: a yawn.So, Mrs Wood takes on a young protégé to spice up her show. But does her new pupil pose more of a threat to Mrs Wood's reputation than she could imagined?

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Book SynopsisBestselling phenomenon Simon McCleave is back with another Anglesey-set gripping, crime thriller full of twists that will keep you guessing until the last page. When a seventeen-year-old girl vanishes from her home overnight, DI Laura Hart knows that time is of the essence.Then, an inmate at the local prison is murdered in her cell and suddenly Beaumaris CID is juggling two major investigations.With inmates refusing to talk to the police, Laura is forced to take drastic action: going undercover behind bars.With everyone under suspicion, Laura's true identity must be kept a secret, meaning no one can protect her.Locked in with a killer, it's a race against time can Laura find a lead before she's found out?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!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.' ?????

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Book Synopsis''I couldn''t breatheAbsolutely brilliant'' ?????????? NetGalley reviewerEvery body has secretsJayne and Steelie founded Agency 32/1 with one purpose in mind: using their specialist forensic skills to help police solve crimes.When a bundle of frozen body parts fall out of a van on a Los Angeles freeway, FBI agent Scott Houston knows just where to go for an off-the-record post-mortem. But to everyone's horror, Jayne and Steelie quickly determine the parts aren't from one body. The body parts are from multiple bodies.A serial killer is on the loose. Worse, Scott's call has put Jayne and Steelie's lives in jeopardy, as their unique skills can uncover evidence to unmask the killer. Can they find the killer, before the killer finds them?The perfect thriller for fans of Patricia Cornwell. Pre-order now!

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Book SynopsisThe 26th book in the award-winning Faith Fairchild Mysteries series.Katherine Hall Page?s beloved amateur detective gets wrapped up in a Zoom-bombing scandal that sends her community into a tailspin ? just as a dead body is discovered.Faith Fairchild joins the rest of the world in lockdown mode when reality flips in March 2020. As the pandemic spreads, Faith and her family readjust to life together in Aleford, Massachusetts. Her husband, Tom, continues his sermons from Zoom; their children, Ben, who''s in college, and Amy, a high school senior, are doing remote learning at home .Faith is happy to have her family under the same roof and grateful for her resilient community, friends, and neighbors in Aleford. Town halls remain lively and well-attended, despite residents joining from their living rooms. It is at one of these town halls that scandal breaks out. In the midst of a Zoom meeting, damaging images suddenly flash upon everyone?s screens. Claudia, local art teacher and Faith?s dear friend, is immediately recognized as the woman who has been targeted.When Claudia is later discovered dead, Faith, with the help of her friends, journeys deep into the dark web to unravel the threads of Claudia?s mysterious history and shocking passing.

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