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Book Synopsis''One of today''s best detective series'' LA TIMESThe minefield of Elvis Cole''s past is coming back to haunt him - with a vengeance...Six months after nearly losing everything to the men who kidnapped his girlfriend''s ten-year-old son, Elvis Cole is slowly coming back to life - when he receives an ominous phone call from the LAPD. An unidentified body has been found in a seedy Los Angeles alley. The only clue the cops have is a packet of newspaper articles about the past exploits of Elvis Cole - and the fact that before the man died, he said he was Elvis''s father...Joe Pike is the only person who can help Elvis navigate his past. As they investigate, Elvis is haunted by the fact that, at last, he might have found his father. But with each clue they uncover, a troubling picture emerges about the dead man. And as Elvis and Joe approach his true identity, they unwittingly walk straight into a hornet''s nest.Trade ReviewBleak, uncompromising and edge-of-the-seat exciting, this latest chapter in Cole's search for a meaning to his life is utterly compelling * IRISH INDEPENDENT *Crais keeps the suspense and the action boiling byleading the reader step by step toward the shocking solution to the two mysteries at the novel's heart...in what continues to be one of today's best detective series * LOS ANGELES TIMES *Even at their goriest and most violent, there is a humanity about Robert Crais's Elvis Cole PI novels . . . these LA-noir thrillers feel as if they might have been written by Raymond Chandler if he had been a nice guy * WASHINGTON POST *Robert Crais is a crime writer of incredible talent - His novels are not only suspenseful and deeply atmospheric . . . they are very hard to put down -- Dan BrownRobert Crais tells a good tale, skilfully waving together elements of forensic science with old-fashioned sleuthing. The central characters . . . are well-drawn and vivid. The supporting cast is a satisfying mix of the grotesque and the malign. I have come late to the Elvis Cole series but, on the evidence of The Forgotten Man, I will be seeking out its predecessors as well as looking forward to the next episode * TRIBUNE *Crais' work has always been superior and very well written. This one is no exception * DEADLY PLEASURES *

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Book SynopsisJames Bond has a price on his head - and is up against the world's greatest assassin. Ian Fleming's 007 returns in an original, authorised Bond thriller from a writer described by Len Deighton as a 'master storyteller'.

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Book SynopsisDouble agents and honey traps - all in a day's work for James Bond. Ian Fleming's 007 returns in an original, authorised Bond thriller from a writer described by Len Deighton as a 'master storyteller'.

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Book SynopsisA holiday turns into a dangerous assignment for James Bond. Ian Fleming's 007 returns in an original, authorised Bond thriller from a writer described by Len Deighton as a 'master storyteller'.

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Book SynopsisFour assassination in less than a week - M needs James Bond. Ian Fleming's 007 returns in an original, authorised James Bond thriller from a writer described by Len Deighton as a 'master storyteller'.

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Book SynopsisA breathtaking adventure from the hottest names in US thriller writing.Trade ReviewI just loved it . . . It's suddenly like Sherlock Holmes is having thumpingly good mysterious adventures in the present day with monsters and killers in exotic locales. * Life on Magrs *

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Book SynopsisPower, abuse, love gone horribly wrong - and a crime that stretches back two decades... From the two-time winner of the THEAKSTONS OLD PECULIER CRIME NOVEL OF THE YEAR AWARD and Costa shortlisted author of THE LESS DEADTrade ReviewMina is a dab hand at constructing complex reads in which corruption permeates all levels of society and no one is left untainted, and THE RED ROAD is no exception: unsentimental, unsettling, and very, very good. * GUARDIAN *Mina's crime novels are doing for Glasgow what Rebus did for Edinburgh: these fine mysteries also dig into the life of a city. * MAIL ON SUNDAY *"Mina paints an overwhelmingly powerful picture of child abuse and the legacy that blights the lives of its victims for ever. Rose is brilliantly drawn - she's vulnerable but not pathetic, bubbling with rage yet desperate for someone, anyone to love her." * RADIO TIMES *A brilliantly plotted tale that segues between past and present, THE RED ROAD is a "tartan noir" police procedural to rival Ian Rankin's best work, as Mina blends the harsh realities facing Glasgow's underprivileged kids with the salubrious world inhabited by the city's legal and financial wizards. The chief appeal, however, is Alex Morrow herself, a meticulously crafted character of depth and substance who succeeds in a patriarchal environment by virtue of her intelligence, persistence and humanity. * IRISH TIMES *This hugely engrossing tale of murder, corruption and lies in Glasgow manages to successfully tackle the political as well as the personal and might be Mina's finest novel. * METRO *The plot is as compelling as it is intricate. Denise Mina grows in assurance and becomes more accomplished with every book; and this one is a cracker, beautifully worked-out, every scene serving a purpose... I suggest you may want to go back to savour the details, for this is that rare thing, a crime novel that invites, and benefits from, a second reading. * SCOTSMAN *The Glasgow author's 11th novel and her fourth to feature DI Alex Morrow is one of my favourite current crime stories. It's a brilliant, morally complex look at child abuse, police cover-up and corruption. Uncompromising and written with real psychological depth. * BIG ISSUE *Old sins cast long shadows in this thriller that proves Mina deserving of the praise being heaped upon her. * BELLA *All Denise Mina's books combine good reading with interesting sociological insights... Mina has a social worker's understanding of life at the bottom of society and a fine writer's ability to bring her characters to life. * LITERARY REVIEW *Mina has created another slick and thoughtful crime thriller ... Mina invites us to see through the eyes of its criminals and victims while bringing together poignant themes about injustice and the vulnerable people in society * BIG ISSUE IN THE NORTH *Denise Mina's atmospheric novel is strongly characterised and deftly paced. * INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY *A brilliantly plotted tale that segues between past and present, The Red Road is a "tartan noir" police procedural to rival Ian Rankin's best work, as Mina blends the harsh realities facing Glasgow's underprivileged kids with the salubrious world inhabited by the city's legal and financial wizards. The chief appeal, however, is Alex Morrow herself, a meticulously crafted character of depth and substance who succeeds in a patriarchal environment by virtue of her intelligence, persistence and humanity. * IRISH TIMES *Mina is a dab hand at constructing complex reads in which corruption permeates all levels of society and no one is left untainted, and THE RED ROAD is no exception: unsentimental, unsettling, and very, very good. * GUARDIAN *This hugely engrossing tale of murder, corruption and lies in Glasgow manages to successfully tackle the political as well as the personal and might be Mina's finest novel. * METRO *Mina's crime novels are doing for Glasgow what Rebus did for Edinburgh: these fine mysteries also dig into the life of a city. * MAIL ON SUNDAY *The plot is as compelling as it is intricate. Denise Mina grows in assurance and becomes more accomplished with every book; and this one is a cracker, beautifully worked-out, every scene serving a purpose... I suggest you may want to go back to savour the details, for this is that rare thing, a crime novel that invites, and benefits from, a second reading. -- Allan Massie * THE SCOTSMAN *The Glasgow author's 11th novel and her fourth to feature DI Alex Morrow is one of my favourite current crime stories. It's a brilliant, morally complex look at child abuse, police cover-up and corruption. Uncompromising and written with real psychological depth. * BIG ISSUE *Old sins cast long shadows in this thriller that proves Mina deserving of the praise being heaped upon her. * BELLA *All Denise Mina's books combine good reading with interesting sociological insights... Mina has a social worker's understanding of life at the bottom of society and a fine writer's ability to bring her characters to life. * LITERARY REVIEW *Mina has created another slick and thoughtful crime thriller ... Mina invites us to see through the eyes of its criminals and victims while bringing together poignant themes about injustice and the vulnerable people in society * BIG ISSUE IN THE NORTH *"Denise Mina's atmospheric novel is strongly characterised and deftly paced." -- David Evans * INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY *

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Book SynopsisA chilling story of double-dealing, fraud and murder from the author of FIND YOU FIRST and NO TIME FOR GOODBYE, a No. 1 Richard & Judy Book Club bestsellerTrade ReviewA fake psychic con-artist gets a nasty surprise in a thriller that'll take your mind off the weather outside. * MAIL ON SUNDAY *A witty, thoroughly enjoyable tale of crime verging on farce * THE TIMES *An amusing tale of a fake psychic who finds herself in jeopardy when she realises the husband she is 'helping' may have killed his missing wife. A page-turner par excellence. * SUNDAY TELEGRAPH *A devilishly clever, tightly plotted thriller, this grips from the first pages to the superb whip-smart conclusion * SUNDAY MIRROR *

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Book SynopsisThe NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author returns with a gripping, high-concept adventure thriller in the Sigma Force series - for fans of Dan Brown and Michael Crichton.A remote military research station in Utah sends out a frantic distress call, ending with a chilling final command: Kill us all! By the time help arrives every living thing for fifty miles has been annihilated. And blight is spreading.To halt the inevitable, Commander Gray Pierce and Sigma must unravel a threat that rises out of the distant past, to a time when Antarctica was green and life on Earth balanced on a knife edge. Following clues from an ancient map rescued from the lost Library of Alexandria, Sigma will discover the truth about an ancient continent, about a new form of death buried under miles of ice, and the coming extinction of mankind.Trade ReviewNobody - and I mean nobody - does this stuff better than RollinsAn adventure tale in the grand manner. Rollins takes the reader through horror and intrigue ... like no one else. The action never relentsIf you're a fan of smart, entertaining adventure fiction, this is your summer beach read writ large ... All the science, all the history, and all the locations are masterfully intertwined. The characters are multi- dimensional. And the story is, well, a corker - NEW YORK JOURNAL OF BOOKSRollins has done it again. Real history and science play a key role in all of the action, which never wanes ... Definitely keep an eye out for this one - LIBRARY JOURNALRollins combines real-world science with high-octane action to create rousing stories of adventure that are as exciting as any movie - CHICAGO SUN-TIMES

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Book Synopsis''Not just the first of the tough school of crime-writing but the best'' THE TIMESMiss Gabriel Dain Leggett is young and wealthy, with a penchant for morphine and religious cults. She also has an unfortunate effect on the people around her. They die - violently. Is she the victim of a family curse? The short, squat, utterly unsentimental Continental Op, the best private detective around, has his doubts and finds himself confronting something infinitely more dangerous.This is the Continental Op''s most bizarre case and a tautly crafted masterpiece of suspense.Trade ReviewGreat crime fiction started with Hammett -- James EllroyHe is master of the detective novel, yes, but also one hell of a writer * BOSTON GLOBE *His name remains one of the most important and recognisable in the crime fiction genre. Hammett set the standard for much of the work that would follow * INDEPENDENT *One of the foremost practitioners of the hard-boiled detective story * SCOTSMAN *Hammett's prose is clean and entirely unique. His characters are as sharp and economically defined as any in American literature * NEW YORK TIMES *Not just the first of the tough school of crime-writing but the best * THE TIMES *He put these people down on paper as they are, and he made them talk and think in the language they customarily used -- Raymond ChandlerThe dean of the school of hard-boiled fiction * NEW YORK TIMES *

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Book Synopsis''Dashiell Hammett is an original. He is a master of the detective novel, yes, but also one hell of a writer'' BOSTON GLOBEDashiell Hammett''s Continental Op was the prototype for generations of tough-guy detectives. Short, squat and as stubborn as a mule, the Op''s only enthusiasm was doing his job. In the stories in THE BIG KNOCKOVER, the job means solving the bank heist to end all bank heists, taking on a gang of freebooters, cleaning up a vice-ridden hell in the desert and dealing with assorted colourful grifters like the Dis-and-Dat Kid, Alphabet Shorty McCoy and Bluepoint Vance.Trade ReviewHis name remains one of the most important and recognisable in the crime fiction genre. Hammett set the standard for much of the work that would follow * INDEPENDENT *He is master of the detective novel, yes, but also one hell of a writer * BOSTON GLOBE *The first fully "hard-boiled" hero in American letters * NEW YORKER *Hammett's prose is clean and entirely unique. His characters are as sharp and economically defined as any in American literature * NEW YORK TIMES *He put these people down on paper as they are, and he made them talk and think in the language they customarily used -- Raymond ChandlerDashiell Hammett's crime thriller and its hard-boiled hero Sam Spade influenced everyone from Chandler to Le Carré * GUARDIAN *

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Book SynopsisThe road to fame is paved with danger... as Cole and Pike are about to find out.Peter Alan Nelsen is a super-successful movie director who is used to getting what he wants. And what he wants now is to find the wife and infant child he dumped on the road to fame. It''s the kind of case that Cole could handle in his sleep, except that when Cole actually finds Nelsen''s ex-wife, everything takes on nightmarish proportions - a nightmare which involves Cole with a nasty New York mob family and a psycho killer who is the son of the godfather. And when the unpredictable Nelsen charges in, an explosive situation blows sky-high.Trade ReviewQuick, cutting wit ... a keen ear * NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW *Elvis Cole is the greatest ... perhaps the best detective to come along since Travis McGee * SAN DIEGO TRIBUNE *I can't wait for the next Robert Crais! -- Bill ClintonCrais is a fine writer ... Terrific * INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY *

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Book SynopsisFifteen-year-old Teri Hewitt has been left holding the babies since her dad disappeared without trace. She wants LA private eye Elvis Cole to find him, and although he knows he should refuse and hand it over to social services, he finds himself taking on the case. The search reveals a chronically unemployed drug addict caught up in counterfeiting scams and mixed up with the Russian mafia and Vietnamese gunmen. As the action heads towards a gunfight in Disneyland and Cole dodges his almost-girlfriend''s ex-husband, he realises Teri is one whole lot of trouble he should have left to the professionals.Trade ReviewRobert Crais is a crime writer of incredible talent - his novels are not only suspenseful and deeply atmospheric ... they are very hard to put down -- Dan BrownCrais is a fine writer ... Terrific * INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY *Crais creates plots as lucid as blueprints and strong enough to build cities on. A sustained, skilful and thrilling whodunit ... So good you'll want to shout about it * LITERARY REVIEW *

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Book SynopsisFor fans of Lee Child and James Patterson, THE KILLING SEASON is a fast-paced American thriller with a central character who could give Jack Reacher, Alex Cross and Jason Bourne a run for their money.Trade ReviewMy kind of book -- Lee Child"One of the most interesting 'loner' heroes to have arrived in recent years...Told with pace and vigour by a writer who seems to have a natural aptitude for thrillers, it is not to be missed." * DAILY MAIL *An American setting, universal themes, top-class writing, Scottish author - it's a recipe that makes a deadly impact in this impressively sharp debut. Action fans rejoice, there's a new names on the Scottish thriller squad. He plays fast, he plays dirty and, with this calibre of high-octane action, he'll definitely be taking prisoners * DAILY RECORD *Pulse-pounding. Mason Cross launches into The Killing Season with no-holds barred, as he deftly combines an adrenaline rush plot with one of the best new series characters since Jack Reacher. Prepare to read all night -- Lisa GardnerMason Cross has created an enigmatic character in Carter Blake . . . The writing is taut, intelligent, oozes suspense . . . a highly impressive debut novel -- Matt Hilton, author of the Joe Hunter thrillersAn impressively exciting debut, written with panache and a good ear for grim humour * MORNING STAR *The pace's relentless, the suspense nail-biting, and the pages fly by . . . the pulse-pounding thriller debut of 2014 * PETERBOROUGH EVENING TELEGRAPH *This really is a superb, read-in-one-go novel -- Mark Timlin * BUZZ *The writing is assured and entertaining. The plotting is slick and pacey . . . in his debut novel, Mason Cross has really hit the ground running, there's no doubt about that. THE KILLING SEASON delivers time and again with smart big-screen thrills * CRIME THRILLER FELLA *A great mix of intrigue, strong characters and a thrilling plot which reels you in from the first page. This debut has the feel of an author who is destined to become well practiced in producing best-selling thrillers. * CRIMESQUAD *A breathless race against time ensues with all the gilt-edge thrills and more. Relentless and no holds barred, a guilty pleasure of a read. -- Maxim Jakubowski * LOVE READING *I cannot sing this novel's praises highly enough - it's a joy to read, utterly engaging and kept me hooked right from the first page to the last. There's high stakes and high tension, and the chemistry between Blake and Banner sizzles off the page. If you love action thrillers, if you love crime fiction, go and read this book. I'm sure you won't regret it. * CRIME THRILLER GIRL *A very fine debut penned with the smooth style and skill of a much more experienced writer, this adds a new name to the gamut of special operatives and high-tension characters and plots so loved by thriller readers. I know it's been said already, but I'll say it again: this is one to watch out for. * SHOTS *

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Book SynopsisFor fans of Lee Child, Michael Connelly and James Patterson, THE SAMARITAN is the gripping new thriller from the author of THE KILLING SEASON.Trade Review'A sprawling American epic delivered with panache.' -- Barry Forshaw * INDEPENDENT *'If you love Michael Connelly and Robert Crais thrillers that pack action and nerve-shredding suspense while moving to a cool Los Angeles vibe, you'll rave about this.' * PETERBOROUGH EVENING TELEGRAPH *Even jaded genre readers will be absorbed by Cross's second thriller . . . Cross makes the most of perspectives . . . building up to a logical but surprising climax * PUBLISHERS WEEKLY *Fans of Jeffery Deaver - that other thrill-master who can't resist piling on the climactic twists even as the lights are coming up and you're looking for your umbrella - should be enthralled * KIRKUS REVIEWS *Shrouded in compelling mystery -- Antonia Charlesworth * THE BIG ISSUE IN THE NORTH *Tension goes through the roof as [Carter Blake] helps LAPD's Jessica Allen hunt a ruthlessly cunning killer. -- Alex Gordon * PETERBOROUGH TELEGRAPH *A fabulous must-read for thriller lovers - and one of my top reads of 2015 - I can't recommend this book highly enough! * CRIME THRILLER GIRL *

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Book SynopsisThe spellbinding thriller set in the troubled town of Promise Falls from the No.1 bestselling author of FIND YOU FIRSTTrade ReviewThere's definitely something rotten in Promise Falls. In THE TWENTY-THREE, the riveting final installment of the Promise Falls trilogy, the story comes to a frightful and fitting conclusion. Nothing is more satisfying than tucking into a new Linwood Barclay novel, and this is one we've all been waiting for. -- Shari Lapena, author of THE COUPLE NEXT DOOR

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Book SynopsisA must-read mystery from the bestselling author of the Sookie Stackhouse series.Trade ReviewA great read for a winter's evening. -- Rachel Bellerby * TELEGRAPH & ARGUS *

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Book SynopsisA full-throttle, terrifying thriller from a truly masterful author.Trade ReviewGripping * LITERARY REVIEW *'Wilson is a master at creating suspense, but it's his depiction of the evil that men do that is truly outstanding.' * CATHOLIC HERALD *'Tense, high-concept entertainment masterfully delivered.' * IRISH INDEPENDENT *'Clever, complex and compelling. These hallmarks have shot Wilson's thrillers featuring kidnap negotiator Charlie Boxer onto my 'must read' list.' * PETERBOROUGH EVENING TELEGRAPH *'If you enjoy kidnap thrillers, you'll love this one. Not only is it exciting and unpredictable but it must contain more kidnaps per chapter than any book ever written.' -- Mat Coward * MORNING STAR *Robert Wilson brings all his talent as a supreme thriller writer to bear in this tightly-plotted, fast paced, addictive page-turner. * BITE THE BOOK *The action is fast, complex and at times very, very unexpected. * CRIME REVIEW *One of my favourite thriller heroes -- Alex Gordon * PETERBOROUGH TELEGRAPH *

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Book SynopsisThe superb new edge-of-your-seat Covert-One novel in the series created by the undisputed master of the thriller genre, Robert Ludlum. 'A page-turner of non-stop action that should leave his fans begging for more' NEW YORK POSTTrade ReviewA writer who bests the bestsellers * DAILY TELEGRAPH *A page-turner of non-stop action that should leave his fans begging for more * NEW YORK POST *Olympic style, all-out espionage * DAILY EXPRESS *The real titan of the genre is Robert Ludlum * GQ *A master at the conspiracy theory type of thriller, his books operating on an ever-spiralling series of surprise revelations, with double, treble and quadruple crosses as everyday as sun-ups and sunsets * IRISH TIMES *

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Book SynopsisIn a new adventure, Paul Janson and Jessica Kincaid must learn the truth behind a young woman's murder - to prevent a war in Asia that could quickly spread worldwide . . .Trade ReviewMove over 007, Bourne is back - Daily MirrorA force of nature - New York TimesSlickly paced . . . all-consuming - Entertainment WeeklyHugely enjoyable - Sunday TimesOlympic style, all-out espionage - Daily ExpressFirst-rate - VarietyHead-spinning, spine-jolting, intricately mystifying - Publishers WeeklyThe real titan of the genre: the world's most-read writer - GQ

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Book SynopsisThe latest novel in the internationally bestselling Flavia de Luce mystery seriesTrade ReviewPraise for the cosy crime Flavia de Luce Mysteries - perfect for fans of Agatha Christie and Midsomer Murders: The Flavia de Luce novels are now a cult favourite * Mail on Sunday *Certain to become a national treasure * Daily Mail *Delightfully entertaining * Guardian *Flavia is enchanting * New York Times *A breath of fresh air to the world of period-piece sleuthing * Independent *Flavia is mercilessly addictive * Daily Telegraph *A clever, witty and totally gripping read with lots of surprises * Essentials *At once precocious and endearing. Flavia is a marvellous character. Quirkily appealing, this is definitely a crime novel with a difference * Choice *It's like entering the lost world of the Mitford sisters where the girls are allowed to run completely wild * Crime Squad *Hilarious, eccentric and mischievous * Deadly Pleasures *Engaging, entertaining, bright and breezy; and above all, great fun! * Good Book Guide *

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Book SynopsisThe explosive, action-packed prequel to EA''s mega-selling video game, BATTLEFIELD 4.It''s 3am and 20 below zero on the Chinese-North Korean border. Shanghai-based CIA operative Laszlo Kovic''s mission is going straight to hell. Tasked with exfiltrating a North Korean nuclear scientist, he unwittingly leads a team of Marines into a deadly ambush. Bruised, battered and frostbitten, he returns to Shanghai seeking answers. Was he set up or did someone leak the mission? Within hours people are trying to kill him and China''s own spies are after him. Against orders, Kovic assembles a crack team from Shanghai''s underworld - a master hacker, a cat burglar and a former special-forces sniper. His quest takes him to the heart of a deadly conspiracy involving a sinister American-born Chinese gangster and one of the country''s most revered leaders. As Shanghai descends into chaos, can he stop the plot before East and West erupt into a global war?

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Book SynopsisA gripping thriller from Sunday Times bestselling author Tami HoagTrade ReviewDeceptively simple, this exploration of memory combined with a clever whodunit makes for an extremely slick thriller * SUNDAY MIRROR *Tami Hoag is a master of the suspense writing craft * SUSPENSE MAGAZINE *A top-notch psychological thriller * KIRKUS *Chilling and satisfying * PEOPLE (US) *Thrilling right from the start! As usual, Tami Hoag writes a great story and you will not be disappointed. * GREATBOOKESCAPES.COM *A great tale of suspense and danger Cold Cold Heart delivers the goods...this book elevates her to a new level * HUFFINGTON POST (US) *

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Book SynopsisFirst performed at Edinburgh''s Royal Lyceum Theatre, the first stage play from the SUNDAY TIMES No.1 bestselling author of A SONG FOR THE DARK TIMESIt''s been 25 years since Alfred Chalmers was convicted of the gruesome murder of four young women in Edinburgh. Isobel McArthur, Scotland''s first Chief Constable, was the woman responsible for putting him behind bars, but the case has haunted her ever since.Now, with her retirement approaching, McArthur decides the time has come for answers. To uncover the truth, she revisits the case and interviews Chalmers for the first time in decades. But her decision rips opens old wounds and McArthur is soon caught up in a web of corruption, psychological mind-games and deceit that threatens not only her own life, but those of her fellow officers and even her own daughter.Tense, gritty and hard-hitting, DARK ROAD is the first ever stage play from bestselling crime writer Ian Rankin, co-written by the Royal Lyceum''Trade ReviewRankin continues to be unsurpassed among living British crime writers - THE TIMESOutstanding ... very ambitious and very confident - SUNDAY TELEGRAPHGritty and hard-hitting, it's the work of a writer at the very top of his game - SUNDAY MIRRORGenius ... Rankin once again proves himself to be the consummate master of crime - SCOTLAND ON SUNDAYRankin's dialogue flows so naturally that it's easy to dismiss his subtler gifts; no one captures the bleak grandeur of Scotland, or the mindset of those charged with upholding its law, in quite the same way - FINANCIAL TIMESA richly-plotted and densely-textured portrait of modern Scotland and its ills - INDEPENDENT

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Book SynopsisThe long-awaited eleventh novel in the Bernie Rhodenbarr series.Everybody''s favourite burglar returns in an eleventh adventure that finds him and his lesbian sidekick Carolyn Kaiser breaking into houses, apartments, and even a museum, in a madcap adventure replete with American Colonial silver, an F. Scott Fitzgerald manuscript, a priceless portrait, and a remarkable array of buttons.And, wouldn''t you know it, there''s a dead body, all stretched out on a Trent Barling carpet . . .Trade Review"It's a delight to find the burglar back on his best form, proving that, even at 75, Block is still one of the greatest crime writers of his or any other generation." * DAILY MAIL *"Established fans know what to expect - neat, suspenseful plotting, howlingly funny one-liners, irresistable characters and endlessly quotable dialogue. New comers to this marvelous series are to be greatly envied." * MORNING STAR *"Block returns with a bang after a decade away." * NORTHERN ECHO *"Block's dialogue sparkles with wit and learned literary references, asides to crime-fiction addicts are plentiful." -- Marcel Berlins * TIMES *A crisp and assured read, sumptuously funny but the overriding feeling I'm left with after turning over the final page - gratification. It made me smile throughout and from a book, you can't ask any more than that. A wonderful and warm read, a great introduction, albeit a late one, to a series that I now have no option other than to begin at the beginning! * MILORAMBLES *

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Book SynopsisMeet the newest recruits to the expanding SIGMA Force universe - former Army Ranger Tucker Wayne and his stalwart companion, Kane, a military working dog with exceptional abilities.

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Book SynopsisArmy Ranger Tucker Wayne and his war dog Kane return in the thrilling new novel from the author of MAP OF BONES and THE KILL SWITCH.Trade ReviewNobody - and I mean nobody - does this stuff better than Rollins - Lee ChildThe modern master of the action thriller - Providence Journal-BulletinRollins excels at combining action and history with larger-than-life characters . . . A must for pure action fans - BooklistA spiralling, high-octane adventure . . . Rollins is clearly at the top of his game

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Book SynopsisEveryone knows who killed the Clutters. But who murdered the Walker family? A thrilling novel based on the unsolved true crime that features in Truman Capote's IN COLD BLOODTrade ReviewThe book is stunning, best villain in a decade. The plot is mesmerising, with a narrative that shocks as it enthrals. Fantastic. * KEN BRUEN *

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Book SynopsisMason Cross, author of THE SAMARITAN, a Richard & Judy Book Club pick, returns with his gripping new thriller - perfect for fans of Lee Child and James Patterson.Trade ReviewPraise for high octane thriller, THE TIME TO KILL: My kind of book. * Lee Child *The Time To Kill is an exhilarating and absorbing thriller making good use of fast-paced action, scenes of tension and convincing characters. -- Crime ReviewOne of the most interesting "loner" heroes to have arrived in recent years ...Told with pace and vigour by a writer who seems to have a natural aptitude for thrillers, it is not to be missed. * Daily Mail *An American setting, universal themes, top-class writing, Scottish author - it's a recipe that makes a deadly impact in this impressively sharp debut. Action fans rejoice, there's a new name on the Scottish thriller squad. He plays fast, he plays dirty and, with this calibre of high-octane action, he'll definitely be taking prisoners. * Daily Record *

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Book SynopsisIT WAS THE SHOT HEARD AROUND THE WORLDOn 22nd November 1963, John F. Kennedy''s presidential motorcade rode through Dealey Plaza. He and his wife Jackie greeted the crowds on a glorious Friday afternoon in Dallas, Texas.BUT WHAT IF IT MISSED?Mitch Newman is a photojournalist based out of Washington, D.C. His phone never rings. When it does, a voice he hasn''t heard in years will tell him his former fiancée Jean has taken her own life.WHEN THE TRUTH IS BIGGER THAN ALL THE LIESJean was an investigative reporter working the case of a lifetime. Somewhere in the shreds of her investigation is the truth behind her murder.WHO WOULD BELIEVE IT?For Mitch, piecing together the clues will become a dangerous obsession: one that will lead him to the dark heart of his country - and into the crossfire of a conspiracy...

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Book SynopsisNew York Times bestseller and ''one of the finest crime writer''s America has ever produced'' James Lee Burke returns with his latest masterpiece, the story of a father and son separated by war.From its opening scene in revolutionary Mexico to the Battle of the Marne in 1918, and on to the bordellos and saloons of San Antonio during the reign of the Hole in the Wall Gang, House of the Rising Sun is an epic tale of love, loss, betrayal, vengeance, and retribution that follows Texas Ranger Hackberry Holland on his journey to reunite with his estranged son, Ishmael, a captain in the United States Army.After a violent encounter that leaves four Mexican soldiers dead, Hackberry escapes the country in possession of a stolen artifact, earning the ire of a bloodthirsty Austrian arms dealer who then places Hack''s son Ishmael squarely in the cross hairs of a plot to recapture his prize, believed to be the mythic cup of Christ.Along the way, we meeTrade ReviewJames Lee Burke is the heavyweight champ, a great American novelist whose work, taken individually or as a whole, is unsurpassed. * Michael Connelly *A gorgeous prose stylist. * Stephen King *Richly deserves to be described now as one of the finest crime writers America has ever produced. * Daily Mail *There are not many crime writers about whom one might invoke the name of Zola for comparison, but Burke is very much in that territory. His stamping ground is the Gulf coast, and one of the great strengths of his work has always been the atmospheric background of New Orleans and the bayous. His big, baggy novels are always about much more than the mechanics of the detective plot; his real subject, like the French master, is the human condition, seen in every situation of society. * Independent *The king of Southern noir. * Daily Mirror *His lyrical prose, his deep understanding of what makes people behave as they do, and his control of plot and pace are masterly. * Sunday Telegraph *One of the finest American writers. * Guardian *When it comes to literate, pungently characterised American crime writing, James Lee Burke has few peers. * Daily Express *

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Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling author James Lee Burke - an atmospheric, coming-of-age story set in Texas, 1952. Perfect for fans of Cormac McCarthy and Michael Connelly.Trade ReviewOne of America's greatest thriller writers ... this story of growing up in Texas in the 50s punches all the hallowed Burke buttons of valour and honour when a man does what he's got to do ... outstanding! * Peterborough Evening Telegraph *This tale of the getting of wisdom - terrific in every sense - is the perfect place to start enjoying one of the world's finest (crime) writers. * Evening Standard *'a hugely powerful coming-of-age tale ... unmissable' * Irish Independent *Don't miss it, whatever you do. * promotingcrime.blogspot.co.uk *

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Book SynopsisAn atmospheric crime series set in the Channel Islands, that will appeal to fans of Ann Cleeves, Peter May and Elly GriffithsTrade ReviewDark, haunting and full of twists * Chris Whitaker, author of ALL THE WICKED GIRLS *A twisty thriller set in Guernsey and populated with great characters. * Olivia Kiernan, author of TOO CLOSE TO BREATHE *A gripping thriller set in Guernsey. I loved it! * Karen Hamilton, author of THE PERFECT GIRLFRIEND *darkly atmospheric, nail-bitingly tense, intrigue-packed - a real crime fiction must read! * Stephanie Marland, author of MY LITTLE EYE *Atmospheric and tense. Superb! * Isabel Ashdown, author of LITTLE SISTER *Enthralling, compelling, mysterious * Lisa Hall, author of TELL ME NO LIES *A gripping thriller set in Guernsey, tremendous sense of place & characters I really cared about * Laura Marshall, author of FRIEND REQUEST *Lara Dearman's The Devil's Claw is a powerful debut. With smooth prose and engaging characters, Dearman draws her readers into a tangled web of secrets. Layer upon layer of lies and unexpected connections will keep readers guessing until the very end. * Karen Dionne, author THE MARSH KING'S DAUGHTER *There is darkness even within the most beautiful of landscapes, and Lara Dearman writes on this with stunning effect in her debut page-turner The Devil's Claw. Set in Guernsey and steeped in island folklore, this novel explores a fifty-year-old mystery, and marks the arrival of a fantastic new talent.' * Fiona Cummins, author of RATTLE *The Devil's Claw is a great read and I absolutely loved it. I've never been to Guernsey but now feel like I know it! * Patricia Gibney, author of THE STOLEN GIRLS *A dark, thrilling murder mystery in a richly-realised setting - the best debut I've read this year. * Mason Cross *The first in a new series set in the Channel Islands. Jennifer Dorey returns to her childhood home in Guernsey and start work on the local paper. When a drowned woman washes up on the beach, Jennifer uncovers several similar deaths that have taken place over the past fifty years. Jennifer and veteran DCI, Michael Gilbert, follow the clues that lead them to 'Fritz', the illegitimate son of a Nazi soldier. But with his identity about to be revealed, the killer now has Jennifer in his sights. Fans of Elly Griffiths and Ann Cleeves will love this. * Red Magazine *Fans of Elly Griffiths and Ann Cleeves will love this * Red Magazine *Well-developed characters ensure that the readers will want to see more of Jennifer and company. * PUBLISHERS WEEKLY *A very exciting new talent, and an amazing setting. Looking forward to reading more! * Ragnar Jonasson *'There is darkness even within the most beautiful of landscapes, and Lara Dearman writes on this with stunning effect in her debut page-turner THE DEVIL'S CLAW. Set in Guernsey and steeped in island folklore, this novel explores a fifty-year-old mystery, and marks the arrival of a fantastic new talent.' * Fiona Cummins, author of RATTLE *

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Book SynopsisA high-profile murder investigation for Wycliffe, in Cornwall''s heartland.Cochran Wilder disappeared fifteen years ago while on a walking holiday in Cornwall. Recently released from a psychiatric hospital after being convicted of indecent assault, he had been a serious embarrassment to his father, a prominent MP. Now his body has been found, buried in the dunes. It is clear that he was murdered. Wycliffe suspects the involvement of six people, now well-established figures in the community, who at the time had been spending an illicit weekend at a chalet near where Wilder''s body was found. All are disturbed by Wycliffe''s interest and by a series of threatening anonymous communications. But then a second murder is committed and the investigation takes on a new urgency.Trade ReviewWycliffe teases out the truth with delicate skill that leaves the reader intrigued and convinced - MAIL ON SUNDAYYou can always count on Wycliffe ... he inevitably guarantees a good story, convincing characters and appealing landscape - FINANCIAL TIMESFirst-class, old-time, hyper-ingenious whodunit - OBSERVERMr Burley tops his form - GUARDIANGripping - THE TIMES

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Book SynopsisIn a tranquil Cornish town, Detective Superintendent Wycliffe is faced with a family of secrets - and murder...Trade ReviewWycliffe teases out the truth with delicate skill that leaves the reader intrigued and convinced - MAIL ON SUNDAYYou can always count on Wycliffe ... he inevitably guarantees a good story, convincing characters and appealing landscape - FINANCIAL TIMESFirst-class, old-time, hyper-ingenious whodunit - OBSERVERMr Burley tops his form - GUARDIANGripping - THE TIMES

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Book SynopsisOn the beautiful, tranquil Scilly Isles, a brutal murder is uncovered...There was no doubt at all that the girl was dead. The front of her skull and her facial bones had been splintered like the cracked shell of an egg. What made it even more shocking was the setting of the murder - an idyllic corner of the Scilly Isles where violent crime was almost unknown.Angry and distressed, the villagers instinctively turn against the only stranger in their midst, the famous pop star and teenage idol Vince Peters. But Superintendent Wycliffe is not so sure. Slowly, methodically, he begins to dig beneath the calm surface of the community - and soon uncovers a violent undercurrent of fear and guilt...Trade ReviewWycliffe teases out the truth with delicate skill that leaves the reader intrigued and convinced - MAIL ON SUNDAYYou can always count on Wycliffe ... he inevitably guarantees a good story, convincing characters and appealing landscape - FINANCIAL TIMESFirst-class, old-time, hyper-ingenious whodunit - OBSERVERMr Burley tops his form - GUARDIANGripping - THE TIMES

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Book SynopsisNew edition of award-winner James Lee Burke's powerful crime novel set against the backdrop of Hurricane Katrina and its devastating effects on New Orleans.Trade ReviewTHE TIN ROOF BLOWDOWN is more than a crime novel; more than a literary novel even. It is a work of profound historical value and importance ... To say I enjoyed this book is an understatement ... there were moments when I wanted to put the book down, it was so painful to continue. But I couldn't. Nor, I dare say, will anyone else * Independent on Sunday *THE TIN ROOF BLOWDOWN is the novel James Lee Burke was born to write. His imagination has always tended to the apocalyptical - but Hurricane Katrina outdid his worst inventions ... The passages describing the actual flooding are tremendously powerful but Burke also weaves a fully satisfying story into this extreme event * Evening Standard *This New Orleans looks like Bosch and reads like Ballard ... it's worth emphasising that no 'literary' novelist has performed this task of imaginative witness to disaster yet. And none will do it half so well as Burke. ... he proves more forcefully than ever that he can dive down these mean - or drowned - streets and strike both a tragic, and epic, note * Independent *In the US, he's often regarded as the crimewriter's crimewriter. But that was before Hurricane Katrina ripped the soul out of Burke's beloved New Orleans and inspired him to write what has to be his most gripping thriller to date ... Burke's descriptions, especially of the aftermath of the hurricane, are more vivid and powerful than any piece of reportage I've yet to come across * The Mirror *Probably his finest novel ... it's quite an achievement to make the 16th novel in a series a personal best, but it's more than that - it stands comparison with the best of Southern fiction * Observer *The story, about greed and murder and redemption, contains some of Burke's most brilliantly realised characters ... a compelling and moving narrative, punctuated by his devastating descriptions of the ravaged city * Sunday Telegraph *You feel guilty for enjoying it so much ... a great piece of art has come out of human trouble ... it is his greatest novel -- Boyd Hilton * Simon Mayo Book Club *A beautifully written howl of rage and pain over the disaster - social, political, human - that was Hurricane Katrina ... Burke has crafted a killer mystery and a passionate tribute to to his beloved New Orleans * Time Out *THE TIN ROOF BLOWDOWN is, inevitably, sadder and angrier than previous Robicheaux novels. We always knew James Lee Burke was a master craftsman of the crime genre. This proves him to be more than that * The Times *This crime writer wears Faulkner's mantle now -- Boyd Tonkin * INDEPENDENT *Brutal, lyrical and brilliant * GUARDIAN *James Lee Burke is one of our finest writers of crime fiction * DEADLY PLEASURES *

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Book SynopsisNo one will believe ... WHAT SHE SAW LAST NIGHT.Jenny Bowen is going home. Boarding the Caledonian Sleeper, all she wants to do is forget about her upcoming divorce and relax on the ten-hour journey through the night. In her search for her cabin, Jenny helps a panicked woman with a young girl she assumes to be her daughter. Then she finds her compartment and falls straight to sleep.Waking in the night, Jenny discovers the woman dead in her cabin ... but there''s no sign of the little girl. The train company have no record of a child being booked on the train, and CCTV shows the dead woman boarding alone.The police don''t believe Jenny, and soon she tries to put the incident out of her head and tells herself that everyone else is right: she must have imagined the little girl. But deep down, she knows that isn''t the truth.Trade ReviewA killer premise combined with page-turning, pulse-pounding suspense - this brilliant psychological thriller is a real must read! * Stephanie Marland *A taut, emotional thriller that rolls along at speed before derailing you several times - this is gut-punchingly good. * SJI Holliday *A truly original thriller, reminiscent of Hitchcock and Christie. * Woman's Way *A pacy, high-octane thriller with shades of John Buchan and Alfred Hitchcock and a brilliant premise. * Paddy Magrane *If you like your thrillers fast-paced, with lots of surprises along the way, this is definitely for you * Heat *Gripping stuff * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisOne of the finest historical fiction writers in the world - Ben KaneAfter the bloody trials of Alexandria, Sir William Gold is readying for a pilgrimage to Jerusalem to ease the burden on his soul. He hopes, too, that the Holy City might allow his relationship with Emile, cousin of the Green Count of Savoy, to develop.But the Roman Emperor of Constantinople has been taken hostage by an unknown enemy, and the Green Count is vital to the rescue effort. It is up to Sir William to secure his support, but he soon finds that his past, and his relationship with Emile, might have repercussions he had not foreseen...Suddenly thrust onto the stage of international politics, Sir William finds himself tangled in a web of plots, intrigue and murder. He must hold true to his chivalric principles, and to his knights, if he is to save the Emperor and survive to tell the tale.Trade ReviewOne of the finest historical fiction writers in the world * Ben Kane *Whether you're after a roistering action book, a masterly portrayal of 14th-century European and Asian realpolitik, or to admire a storyteller at the height of his powers, you will enjoy this book * Historical Novels Review on THE GREEN COUNT *Those who know their historical fiction say Cameron is the one to beat for battle scenes - and they're right. He delivers in every book, especially in his Sir William Gold series, of which this is the third . . . In a world of murder and intrigue, Sir William has it all to do - and you feel like you're there watching him do it -- Jon Wise * Sunday Sport on THE GREEN COUNT *Cameron's ability to conjure up what Homer called 'the battle haze' might make the ancient bard proud * Globe and Mail on Tyrant: Funeral Games *[A] great page-turner * Ancient Warfare on Marathon *The minutiae of military logistics, the mediations in inter-tribe rivalries, and the casual contemporary scene-setting prove unexpectedly engrossing . . . a sword-slash above the rest of its ilk * Irish Examiner *The battles . . . are described with enormous verve and power. The ruthless intrigue and politicking that dominate his court are also brilliantly evoked. And, as fate and his own insatiable desire for conquest and glory drive Alexander towards death in Babylon at the age of 32, a genuine sense of an extraordinary personality emerges * Sunday Times on Alexander: God of War *A sweeping, deeply moving epic that takes the reader into the heart of a different time and culture * Historical Novels Review on Tyrant: Storm of Arrows *

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Book Synopsis Football manager Charlie Gordon is struggling with one defeat after another at the club he loves. Only a decent Cup run is keeping him in work, but tensions are running close to the surface ahead of the next round: Chelsea away. Footballers fall into two categories: artists or assassins. Soon Charlie is going to find out which players can deliver - and just how much pressure they can all stand.Meanwhile, as the country prepares for a general election, one of the most dangerous political assassinations in the IRA''s history is being planned in London. An active service unit await the critical signal to proceed...Both sides will converge on the capital for a result that will shake everyone''s lives, with consequences far beyond football.Trade ReviewA story that brings together so brilliantly football in the 70s, and the dark days of the terrible violence we worked so hard to end, is a must-read for any fan of football or any friend of Ireland -- Bertie Ahern, former Taoiseach of IrelandSurprisingly adept...lively narrative. * THE GUARDIAN *Magical story of football in a wonderful era, fantastic ending -- Tom WattWith a lot of football and a fair bit of Ireland, this book was made for me -- Johnny GilesA gripping combination of football (as we used to know it) and terrorism (as we still know it). And, no, I didn't anticipate the explosive climax -- Delia SmithI nearly bought Paul Fletcher from Burnley when I was at Manchester United. It could have been the biggest mistake!! Great book, though, all about my era -- Tommy DochertyA brilliantly told story about football when it was a proper man's game -- Ron HarrisA great book. It has everything - thrilling suspense, intrigue, funny - and what an ending. I couldn't put it down -- Brian Flynn

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Book SynopsisThe Cornish Detective seriesA puzzling murder mystery. A tough new case for Detective Wycliffe to investigate.''You can always count on Wycliffe'' FINANCIAL TIMES''GRIPPING'' THE TIMES A bizarre murder shakes a quiet Cornish village. Arriving at the church on Easter morning, the vicar finds the body of a woman sprawled across the chancel steps. To add to the horror, the church is filled with the discordant sound of an organ chord, the notes apparently chosen at random and wedged down.How has the church been desecrated by a Satanic ritual? Chief Superintendent Wycliffe sees the crime more as an expression of hatred deep within the community, but his investigation is frustrated at every turn, throwing up more questions than answers.Then another murder is committed, as shocking as the first. Wycliffe thinks he knows the killer''s identity - but can he prove it?Trade ReviewPraise for the Wycliffe Cornish Detective Series:Wycliffe teases out the truth with delicate skill that leaves the reader intrigued and convinced * MAIL ON SUNDAY *First-class, old-time, hyper-ingenious whodunit * OBSERVER *You can always count on Wycliffe...he inevitably guarantees a good story, convincing characters and appealing landsacape * FINANCIAL TIMES *Gripping * THE TIMES *

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Book Synopsis*** THE TOP 10 EBOOK BESTSELLER ***''A gripping tale of betrayal, deceit, and duplicity. Fabulous.'' Jenny Blackhurst, author of How I Lost You ''Relentless and intense...I loved the final twist.'' K.L. Slater, author of The Mistake and Blink''Kept me reading through the night.'' Jane Corry, author of My Husband''s Wife andBlood Sisters********************** I''m guilty of many things. Bethany Reston is happily married. But she''s also having an affair with a famous client.And no one can ever know. But I''m innocent of murder. When Bethany''s lover is brutally murdered, she has to hide her grief from everyone. But someone knows her secret. And then one day the threats begin. With an ever-growing pile of evidence pointing to her as the murderer, the only way she can protect her secrets is to prove her innocence. And that means tTrade ReviewPraise for THE GUILTY WIFE by Elle Croft, the twisty, gripping thriller about how far you would go to clear your name - for fans of Friend Request by Laura Marshall, The Perfect Neighbours by Rachel Sargeant and Sweet Little Lies by Caz Frear:I couldn't put this down. Pacy and gripping. * Cass Green, author of the number 1 ebook bestseller The Woman Next Door *An accomplished debut with a relentless and intense pace that kept me completely rapt and eager to find out answers. I loved the final twist. * KL Slater, international bestselling author of Safe With Me, Blink and Liar *'A gripping psychological thriller. This debut is skilfully plotted and I had to keep turning the pages as the tension increased - I just couldn't put it down. And the ending! You just have to read it. I am looking forward to more from Elle Croft.' * Patricia Gibney, bestselling author of The Missing Ones *Full of twists and turns, THE GUILTY WIFE is a gripping tale of betrayal, deceit, and duplicity. The ending will stay with you long after you've finished the last page. Fabulous. * Jenny Blackhurst, bestselling author of How I Lost You and Before I Let You In *A gripping portrayal of a woman under fire, which explores the blurry boundaries of innocence and guilt. The Guilty Wife will make you question those closest to you as the plot unfolds at pace, with an ending that pulls the rug from under your feet. A brilliant debut. * Phoebe Morgan, author of The Doll House *Twisty and fast-moving, The Guilty Wife kept me guessing until the very end! A great read. * Isabel Ashdown, author of Little Sister and Beautiful Liars *What a clever idea! This kept me reading through the night to see how 'the guilty wife' would get out of this one..... * Jane Corry, author of My Husband’s Wife and Blood Sisters. *I read The Guilty Wife in an intense two day sitting. Brilliant. * Niki Mackay, author of I,Witness *A real edge-of-your-seat read, this is a book that ripples with suspense right through to the gripping finale. * Sun *Gripping. * Bella Magazine *

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Book Synopsis Aydin Torkal - aka Sleeper 13 - is on the run. Hunted not only by the world''s intelligence agencies, but also by the elite brotherhood of insurgents he betrayed, he has lived the past year like a ghost. Until now. MI6 agent Rachel Cox knows Aydin better than anyone. The only person who believes he is an ally in the ongoing war on terror, not the enemy. So when a coded message arrives from him, warning her not to trust her own colleagues, Rachel must choose between her career and the truth. But as Aydin hunts down those who destroyed his childhood, the trail he follows will lead him closer to home than he ever expected. He won''t stop until he has his revenge.READERS ARE BEING GRIPPED BY THE SLEEPER 13 THRILLER SERIES: ''Perfect for spy thriller lovers and fans of I Am Pilgrim, Orphan X'' - Goodreads review ''I could not put down this book'' - Netgalley reviewerTrade ReviewAn original action-packed international thriller with tension and danger on every page. Rob Sinclair is a writer of immense power. This face-paced spy thriller will elevate him to the top of his field. - MICHAEL WOOD, author of FOR REASONS UNKNOWNAnother 5*, top-class action thriller from Rob Sinclair - Netgalley reviewWow, just wow! - Amazon review This has got to be a best seller - Amazon review

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Book SynopsisDetective Dave Robicheaux first met Desmond Cormier on the backstreets of New Orleans. He was a young pretender who dreamt of stardom whilst Robicheaux had his path all figured out. Now, twenty-five years later, their roles have reversed. When Robicheaux knocks on Cormier''s door, he sees a successful Hollywood director. It seems dreams can come true. But so can nightmares.A young woman has been crucified, wearing only a small chain on her ankle, and all the evidence points to Cormier. Robicheaux wants to believe his old friend wouldn''t be capable of such a crime - but Cormier''s silence is deafening.And he isn''t the only ghost from Robicheaux''s past which comes back to haunt him...Trade ReviewA gripping thriller from a master of the form * I paper *One of crime fiction's great creations. He's like no other cop. Haunted by the Vietnam War, prone to violence, heavy drinking and fits of depression, he emerges as a flawed man of honour, an enemy of injustice and of racial hatred. And Burke is like no other crime writer, his prose is lyrical, swirling and nostalgic. -- Marcel Berlins * THE TIMES *After 22 books, Burke's Dave Robicheaux novels have established their own unforgettable world ... Utterly unique -- John Williams * MAIL ON SUNDAY *James Lee Burke is a wonderful writer with a particular talent for describing the light and landscape of Louisiana -- Natasha Cooper * LITERARY REVIEW *Once again James Lee Burke has created a phantasmagoric fable set amid the rank luxuriance of the Louisiana bayous ... The fact that this gruesome, stunningly beautiful novel ends on a note of hope is testament to Burke's narrative genius -- Mark Sanderson * EVENING STANDARD *The New Iberia Blues should be greeted with a fanfare of trumpets: it is a masterpiece -- Michael Henderson * THE SPECTATOR *The prose is, as always, dreamily fabulous as Robicheaux, one of American crime fiction's great knight errants, embarks on one last tilt against evil's windmills. * IRISH TIMES *The prose is, as always, dreamily fabulous as Robicheaux, one of American crime fiction's great knight errants, embarks on one last tilt against evil's windmills. * The Irish Times *

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Book SynopsisFew writers are better at conjuring up a vision of Ancient Greece'' THE TIMES* * * * * * *210BCE.The most powerful empires in the world brawl over the spoils of a declawed Greece.Philopoemen has a vision to end the chaos and anarchy that consumes his homeland - to stop the endless wars and preserve the world he loves. He must resist the urge of the oligarchs to surrender to their oppressors and raise an army to defend his countrymen from the all-conquering powers of Sparta, Macedon and Rome.It is the last roll of the dice for the Achean League. The moment Philopoemen has been training for his whole life.The new Achilles is poised to restore the glory of the former empire. To herald a new era.To become the last great hero of Greece.* * * * * * *Praise for Christian Cameron:''One of the finest writers of historical fiction in the world'' BEN KANE<Trade ReviewFew writers are better at conjuring up a vision of Ancient GreeceOne of the finest writers of historical fiction in the world * Ben Kane *A storyteller at the height of his powersThe master of historical fiction

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Book Synopsis''Had me gripped throughout.'' IAN RANKIN''Satisfying on every level.'' ELLY GRIFFITHSYou trust your family. They love you. Don''t they?When 17-year-old Eva Olsen awakes after a horrific accident that has left her bedbound, her parents are right by her side. Devoted, they watch over her night and day in the attic room of their family home in the forests of Norway.But the accident has left Eva without her most recent memories, and not everything is as it seems. As secrets from the night of the accident begin to surface, Eva realises - she has to escape her parents'' house and discover the truth. But what if someone doesn''t want her to find it?An edge-of-your-seat, atmospheric psychological thriller for fans of Lucy Clarke and Erin Kelly.Praise for LAKE CHILD:''Fiendishly clever'' Red magazine ''Beautifully crafted and satisfying'' Mari Hannah <Trade ReviewA stylish, confident thriller which makes brilliant use of its ice-bound Nordic setting. The novel's razor-sharp dialogue and clever plotting make Lake Child hard to put down. * Kate Rhodes *Had me gripped throughout, with a heroine worth rooting for. Recommended for fans of The Dry. * Ian Rankin *Deeply unsettling with twists and flips that kept me guessing. * Lesley Thomson *There are twists upon twists in this exceptional crime novel, but what lingers most in the mind are the characters. A beautifully-written, and ultimately very moving, story about the families we have and the families we find. I loved it. * Steve Mosby *Beautifully written as always, with an original and compelling mystery at its heart, 'Lake Child' might just be Isabel Ashdown's best book yet. * Howard Linskey *A really thrilling read, satisfying on every level. * Elly Griffiths *Tense, edgy and nerve-wracking. I loved it! * Helen Fields, author of Perfect Crime *Lake Child is a clever, unpredictable psychological thriller where Eve Olsen isn't the only one unable to unravel the truth from the lies. Beautifully crafted and satisfying. * Mari Hannah *Fiendishly clever * Red Magazine, Best Crime & Thriller Novels Autumn 2019 *There are twists upon twists in this exceptional crime novel, but what lingers most in the mind are the characters. A beautifully-written, and ultimately very moving, story about the families we have and the families we find. I loved it. * Steve Mosby *

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Book SynopsisDI Charlie Lager returns to investigate a long-buried disappearance in this ''atmospheric'', ''evocative'' and ''arresting'' page-turner of a procedural from the new Swedish queen of crime fiction************She must find the truth about Francesca. Before the past catches up with her...AN UNSOLVED MYSTERYThirty years ago, teenager Paul Bergman was found drowned in Gullspång''s lake, and his best friend Francesca vanished from her home. Paul''s death was ruled a suicide, and Francesca was never found.A DETECTIVE''S OBSESSIONDI Charlie Lager is still haunted by childhood memories of a strange house and the missing girl who once lived there.A DEADLY SECRETConvinced that the original investigation was flawed, Charlie is determined to uncover what really happened all those decades ago. But someone out there is willing to do whatever it takes to keep the truth from coming outTrade ReviewThe dark humour, compelling characters and exquisite writing means you're always in for a treat with Lina Bengtsdotter's novels * Camilla Läckberg *Lina Bengtsdotter's books are beautiful, dark and completely addictive. I love them! * Katrine Engberg *

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