Psychological thriller

Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times No. 1 bestselling author Jonathan Kellerman, author of KILLER and BREAKDOWN, comes THE BUTCHER''S THEATRE, a thriller filled with tension and terror. ''A psychopathological blockbuster'' (Observer), recommended for fans of Michael Connelly and Harlan Coben.Murder is never clear-cut.In the ''60s Jerusalem was dubbed ''The Butcher''s Theatre''. Decades later and the City of Peace is about to regain that title. The corpse of a young Arab girl has been found - her body violated and then carved up with chilling precision. Sexual murders are virtually unheard of in Jerusalem and the killing throws an already unstable city into turmoil.Chief Inspector Daniel Shalom Sharavi, himself a Yemenite Jew, takes charge of the case. But with political and religious tensions in the city muddying the murder trail, could he be about to lose the killer in the confusion?Trade Review'Sophisticated, cleverly plotted and satisfying' * Sunday Telegraph *'High-octane entertainment' * The Times *'Exceptionally exciting' * New York Times *'Ingenious and horrifying' * The Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES TOP 3 BESTSELLER AND RICHARD & JUDY PICKDAVID RAKER IS BACK WITH ANOTHER HEART-POUNDING MISSING PERSONS CASE''Tim Weaver is the master of clever, unpredictable plots'' CLAIRE DOUGLAS''If you haven''t yet met Raker, you''re in for a treat'' MICK HERRON''A fine addition to an excellent series'' OBSERVER''Brilliant . . . A jaw-dropping number of twists and turns. Truly excellent'' B.A. PARIS______CCTV footage captures Cate and Aiden Gascoigne driving home seconds before their car plunges into a ravine and explodes.When fire crews arrive, the vehicle is empty.Cate and Aiden have vanished.Missing persons investigator David Raker has solved too many impossible cases. He knows that behind every disappearance lies a dark tale waiting to be uncovered.What he doesn''t know is how dark this one is - or how close it will get to him . . .Trade ReviewI much enjoyed Tim Weaver 's latest, The Blackbird. It's a fine addition to an excellent series * Observer *With the David Raker novels, Tim Weaver has carved out an area of British crime fiction uniquely his own. Unsettling, brilliantly plotted, and satisfyingly complex, these books are unputdownable, and the latest - The Blackbird - is no exception. If you haven't yet met Raker, you're in for a treat -- Mick HerronI always look forward to a new Raker but The Blackbird blew me away. Brilliantly plotted, deliciously dark and so clever and unpredictable I was left reeling as I turned the last page. I'm already eagerly awaiting Tim Weaver's next. A writer at the top of his game -- Claire DouglasA brilliant missing persons mystery with plenty of intrigue and a jaw-dropping number of twists and turns. Truly excellent -- B A ParisIncredibly well-paced, with menacing, clever twists - Raker is back in this stunning read from one of the masters of the genre. Tim Weaver goes from strength to strength and this is his best book yet -- Phoebe MorganThe impressive Weaver triumphs again with this intricate mystery * Daily Mail *Shocking, gripping, heart-pounding, The Blackbird is unputdownable . . . Bloody brilliant -- Nikki MayTaut and immersive, with all the hallmarks of a true crime novel -- Catherine SteadmanThis is the 11th novel by Weaver to feature his widowed sleuth, and the author's casual expertise is firmly in evidence * Financial Times *A killer concept, and a twisty, addictive tale. Fabulous! -- Gytha LodgeWeaver lives up to his name with this expertly spun web of dark secrets and inexplicable disappearances -- Cara HunterPraise for Tim Weaver * - *Terrific * Sunday Times *ThrillingBliss * Lee Child *So many twists and surprises * The Times *

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Book SynopsisA classic thriller from the bestselling crime writer, Minette Walters deftly balances difficult social issues with a fast-paced storyline to create a compulsive read.

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Book Synopsis'Challenging and disturbing, The Melting is an incredibly cruel fable about friendship and adolescence . . . Spit knows no fear. It is we, the readers, that are left trembling.' - Leïla Slimani, author of LullabyEva can trace the route to Pim’s farm with her eyes closed, even though she has not been to Bovenmeer for many years. There she grew up among the rape fields and dairy farms. There lies also the root of all their grief.Eva was one of three children born in her small Flemish town in 1988. Growing up alongside the boys Laurens and Pim, Eva sought refuge from her loveless family life in the company of her two friends. But with adolescence came a growing awareness of their burgeoning sexuality. Driven by their newly found desires, the children begin a game that will have serious and violent consequences for them all. Thirteen years after the summer she’s tried for so long to forget, Eva is returning to her village. Everything fell apart that summer, but this time she’ll be prepared. She has a large block of ice in her car boot and she’s ready to settle the score . . . Part thriller, part coming-of-age novel, The Melting is an extraordinary and unsettling debut from Lize Spit, a reckoning with adolescent cruelty and the scars it leaves.Trade ReviewChallenging and disturbing, The Melting is an incredibly cruel fable about friendship and adolescence . . . Lize Spit raises the tension and accelerates the suspense until reaching a dark and majestic ending . . . She knows no fear. It is we, the readers, that are left trembling. -- Leïla Slimani * Le Monde *The Melting is like a long-range missile that at first only casts a dark shadow as it flies overhead, apparently without causing any damage, but then strikes its target with calculated precision. * De Standaard *So good you can hardly believe it's a first novel. * Information *Fascinating . . . Terrifying, dark, both foreign and familiar, this first novel leaves a taste of delicious unease. * L'Express *

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Book SynopsisThe Sunday Times bestseller – Now a major TV series with Paramount+Elizabeth Macneal's The Doll Factory is a gothic suspense story of art, obsession and delusion, set in Victorian London.'Astounding . . . I recommend it wholeheartedly' – Jo Whiley, BBC Radio 2 Book ClubLondon. 1850. On a crowded street, the dollmaker Iris Whittle meets the artist Louis Frost. Louis is a painter who is desperate for Iris to be his model. Iris agrees, on the condition that he teaches her to paint.Dreaming of freedom, Iris throws herself into a new life of art and love, unaware that she has caught the eye of a second man. Silas Reed is a curiosity collector, enchanted by the strange and beautiful. After seeing Iris at the site of the Great Exhibition he finds he cannot forget her.As Iris's world expands, Silas's obsession grows. And it is only a matter of time before they meet again . . .'A sharp, scary tale of love, art and obsession' – Paula Hawkins, author of The Girl on the TrainBBC Radio 2 Book Club PickBBC Radio 4 Book At BedtimeFive Star Reader Reviews:'Breathtaking''I couldn't put it down''Spellbinding''I never wanted it to end''A plot to stop your heart'The Burial Plot, Elizabeth's latest cat-and-mouse thriller, is available to pre-order now!Trade ReviewA remarkable example of historical fiction . . . full of life, colour and intelligence * Sunday Times *Stunningly confident . . . thoroughly engrossing -- Ian RankinA must read . . . Elizabeth Macneal's compelling debut is a darkly brilliant tale of Gothic suspense * Daily Mail *Fantastic - vivid, poignant, colourful, and elegantly horrifying -- Bridget Collins, author of The BindingMacneal is excellent on the tension between idealised women and the reality . . . The Doll Factory is a remarkably strong debut; clever and readable with flashes of wonderful, descriptive prose -- Book of the Month * The Times *Astounding . . . I recommend it wholeheartedly -- Jo Whiley, BBC Radio 2 Book ClubThis is a dark delight and fans of The Miniaturist and The Mermaid and Mrs Hancock will love it * Red Magazine *A deliciously gothic concoction that abounds with energy and imagination, conjuring up 1850s London life in all its Dickensian glory. Macneal marries art, obsession and possession in a plot that gains momentum and leaves the reader breathless * Daily Mail *I loved The Doll Factory from the very first page . . . an exquisite novel of obsession, delusion, resilience and love . . . breathtaking -- AJ Pearce, author of Dear Mrs BirdAstonishingly good . . . with and a plot that rattles like a speeding carriage to its thrilling conclusion. I couldn’t put it down. You won’t be able to either -- Elizabeth Day, author of The PartyMagnificent . . . features an extraordinary, unforgettable cast of characters . . . you can't help but be entranced by this uniquely evocative and arresting story . . . the tension ramps up to a breathtaking climax . . . if you love books like The Mermaid and Mrs Hancock, Tulip Fever and Perfume then add The Doll Factory to your reading list * Daily Express *Vividly rendered . . . captivating . . . engrossing * Evening Standard *This brilliant literary thriller gripped me from the opening page . . . a beautifully researched historical novel with a plot to stop your heart -- Hannah Kent, author of Burial Rites and The Good PeopleBrilliant . . . refreshingly original . . . beautifully orchestrated . . . fascinating -- Andrew Taylor, No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of The Ashes of London and The American BoyThe summer's hottest author . . . at once a love story and a thriller . . . Iris is a fierce creation. She chafes against the Victorian constraints on her freedom, carves out her own space in the male art world * Sunday Times *Stunning . . . with an unbearably tense and chilling denouement that had me totally gripped -- Sophie Mackintosh, Man Booker Prize longlisted author of The Water CureElegantly plotted . . . compelling and chilling * The i *Exquisitely executed, well-researched and richly evocative . . . a fast-paced, inventive ride through the dirt and squalor of Victorian London * Mail on Sunday *Exquisite . . . authentic and suspenseful * Woman & Home *Pretty much everything you could want from a book set in Victorian London . . . terrific storytelling . . . Ever since the success of The Essex Serpent, there's been no shortage of good modern gothic novels. The Doll Factory might just be the best yet -- James Walton * Reader's Digest *One of the best books I’ve read in ages – heartbreaking and evocative . . . a perfectly structured and page-turning story of love and passion; crime and obsession . . . wonderful -- Jenny Quintana, author of The Missing GirlRemarkably assured and beautifully written . . . truly captivating -- E C Fremantle, author of The Poison BedThis dark, enchanting tale is beautifully written. We couldn't put it down * Take a Break *A brilliant literary thriller that you won't want to put down * Surrey Life *[A] gripping historical thriller . . . Macneal paints a masterpiece with her vivid descriptions, and the conclusion will have you racing to the end -- Book of the Week * Woman's Weekly *A vivid depiction of a morally dubious world, and a page-turning psychological thriller, with a truly compelling villain -- Essie Fox, author of The SomnambulistGripping, artfully written . . . part love story, part gothic novel and leading up to a truly breathless conclusion, this book is destined to be one of the biggest titles of 2019 -- Sharlene Teo, author of PontiDarkly brilliant - The Collector meets Possession with added female power -- Anna Mazzola, author of The Unseeing and The Story KeeperEngrossing and atmospheric . . . I can practically see the TV version! -- Adele Geras, author of The Ballet ClassA sharp, scary, gorgeously evocative tale of love, art and obsession -- Paula Hawkins, author of The Girl on the TrainIn its evocation of the seething energy of 1850s London, its immersion in the detail of the 19th-century city’s everyday life and in its fascination with the macabre and the eccentric, Elizabeth Macneal’s debut novel does feel genuinely Dickensian. * Sunday Times *The sort of book you want to read curled up by a fire while your fingers twitch to find out what happens next -- Rowan Hisayo Buchanan, author of Harmless Like YouMacneal has a magpie's eye for whatever is bright and glittering, and she writes vividly * Scotsman *Memorable * Herald *Gripping -- India Knight, Sunday TimesElizabeth Macneal’s debut is a stunner . . . both a page-turning thriller and a thoughtful, moving exploration of what it meant to be a woman and an artist in the 19th century. * Irish Times *Gothically good -- Eithne Farry * Daily Mirror *

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Book Synopsis'SINISTER AND WONDERFULLY ATMOSPHERIC' B A PARIS 'TO BE READ IN A SINGLE SITTING, WITH THE LIGHTS ON' JOHN CONNOLLYIt is only me, after all, who suspects me of murder...Beth should have heeded her instinct. Instead, persuaded by her charismatic boyfriend, she finds herself house-sitting alone, in a 'ghost' estate on the edge of town. He told her it would be the key to their future. With the money they saved, they could buy their dream home. He'd be there whenever he could. Or so he said.But Beth doesn't like being alone. She begins hearing strange noises at night, and wonders if the house could be haunted. As her drinking worsens, it becomes difficult to convince Jason that she's not imagining things. Could it all be in her head?Slowly, however, Beth realises that there are very real dangers on the estate. And people who seemed friendly are keeping dark secrets, which they don't want her to uncover. And maybe Beth herself is capable of terrible things, if she is pushed far enough...'EERIE AND COMPULSIVE - ONCE I STARTED READING IT I COULDN'T STOP.' ANDREA CARTER

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Book SynopsisThrilling from beginning to end - I couldn't turn the pages fast enough' CLAIRE DOUGLAS'Absorbing and fast-paced' KARIN SLAUGHTER'Excellent - domestic noir in all its darkest shades' CARA HUNTERThe child you never knewknows all your secrets . . .Out of the blue, Susie Jukes is contacted on social media by Anna, the girl she gave up for adoption fifteen years ago.But when they meet, Anna's home life sounds distinctly strange to Susie and her husband Gabe. And when Anna's adoptive parents seem to overreact to the fact she contacted them at all, Susie becomes convinced that Anna needs her help.But is Anna's own behaviour simply what you'd expect from someone recovering from a traumatic childhood? Or are there other secrets at play here - secrets Susie has also been hiding for the last fifteen years?'A twisty, electrifying read' WOMAN'S OWNSee what everyone is saying about JP Delaney, the hottest name in psychological thrillers:'DAZZLING' - Lee Child'ADDICTIVE' - Daily Express'DEVASTATING' - Daily Mail'INGENIOUS' - New York Times'COMPULSIVE' - Glamour Magazine'ELEGANT' - Peter James'SEXY' - Mail on Sunday'ENTHRALLING' - Woman and Home'ORIGINAL' - The Times'RIVETING' - Lisa Gardner'CREEPY' - Heat'SATISFYING' - Reader's Digest'SUPERIOR' - The Bookseller'MORE THAN A MATCH FOR PAULA HAWKINS' - Sunday TimesTrade ReviewThrilling from beginning to end - I couldn't turn the pages fast enough * Claire Douglas *Excellent . . . Domestic noir in all its darkest shades * Cara Hunter *Clever plot twists and fully drawn but unreliable characters make for an absorbing and fast-paced read * Karin Slaughter *A twisty, electrifying read * Woman's Own *Delaney's tightly controlled prose style lends itself to expert tension-building * Daily Mail *A well-researched and sensitive account of the most painful kind of parenthood * Literary Review *

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Book SynopsisAn utterly gripping thriller perfect for fans of Dan Brown, Michael Crichton and Stephen King. The Anomaly will leave you breathless until the final page has been turned . . .THEY SOUGHT THE TRUTH. THEY FOUND A NIGHTMAREA team of explorers seek ancient treasures, hidden in a secret cave.At first it seems they will return empty handed. Then their luck turns.But the team's elation is short-lived as they become trapped there in the dark, with little possibility of escape.Then events take an even more terrifying turn.For not all secrets are meant to be found . . .'Gripping, exciting, page-turning fun. I suspect Michael Crichton would have been happy to put his name to it' John Connolly'Crackles with claustrophobic tension that had me holding my breath. Sharp dialogue, a dizzying central plot, and a real sense of dread throughout, I couldn't sleep until I'd finished reading, and then I couldn't sleep just thinking about it. I loved it' Sarah Pinborough, bestselling author of BEHIND HER EYES'Brilliant. Thrilling, tense, dark, funny. Michael Crichton meets Indiana Jones' C. J. Tudor, author of THE CHALK MAN'Smart, scary and beautifully written - a thriller filled equally with shivers and real heart. I absolutely loved it' Steve Mosby'This is my kind of book. The suspense mounts slowly... slowly... Then the horror lingers for a long, long time' R. L. Stine'Strap in for a break-neck, claustrophobic ride - The Anomaly is dark and deadly' James Swallow'If you enjoy being scared witless, this is the book for you. A deftly written thriller that will give you second thoughts about turning out the lights' David Jackson'A taut, take-no-prisoners thriller, lean and fast as an express train. Make no mistake: The Anomaly is the real deal' Lincoln Child, Number 1 New York Times Bestseller'I LOVED The Anomaly. The most exciting, unputdownable book I've read in a long time' Mark Edwards'Brilliant. A thrilling, horrifying, gripping page turner that you want to race through but at the same time don't want to end because you're enjoying it so much. Like Michael Crichton had written The Descent' Martyn Waites'Michael Crichton meets Stephen King' is what was promised - and boy, does it deliver' Simon Lelic, author of RUPTURE and THE HOUSETrade ReviewGripping, exciting, page-turning fun. I suspect Michael Crichton would have been happy to put his name to it. * John Connolly *Crackles with claustrophobic tension that had me holding my breath. I couldn't sleep until I'd finished reading, and then I couldn't sleep just thinking about it. * Sarah Pinborough, bestselling author of BEHIND HER EYES *Brilliant. Thrilling, tense, dark, funny. Michael Crichton meets Indiana Jones. * C. J. Tudor, author of THE CHALK MAN *Brilliant. Thrilling, horrifying, gripping . . . Like Michael Crichton had written The Descent * Martyn Waites *The plot and writing are beautifully filmic in quality, bringing a sense of Crichton nostalgia. There's also that deep rooted almost mythological puzzle that begs to be solved.The imagery is haunting and garners a real threat towards the characters that will leave any reader's heart racing * Queens of Geekdom *This is a great read, with some nice pop culture references and it feels like a mix of X-Files, Indiana Jones and Tomb Raider....it's truly gripping with some great humour, tension, excitement and some surprises along the dark and scary way. I loved this and can thoroughly recommend it * Orlando-books blog *

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Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of The Familiars and The Glass House, this is the intoxicating story of one woman's fight for freedom in Victorian England. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Outstanding gothic psychological thriller!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Fantastic character and fantastic story. Buy this book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Beautifully written and incredibly addictive' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I can’t stop thinking about it' ___________WHO IS MAUD LOVELL AND WHERE HAS SHE COME FROM? Maud has been at Angelton Lunatic Asylum for 5 years.She has no memory of her past or how she came to be here.They say she is violent and unstable, hysterical and untrustworthy.But when she's hypnotised, the memories come flooding back. And now it's time for revenge.Welcome to Angelton Lunatic Asylum. Once you're in, it's murder getting out . . . ___________PRAISE FOR THE ASYLUM:'Haunting and mesmerising' – Essie Fox, author of The Last Days of Leda Grey'Vivid, disturbing and visceral, The Asylum is this year's must-read!' – Ruby Speechley, author of A Mother Like You'This twisty rollercoaster story made me desperate for Maud's salvation and yearn for her revenge. Utterly compelling' – Kerry Fisher, author of The Woman I Was Before'Evocative, menacing and darkly sinister. A brilliantly executed gothic thriller that will leave you breathless' – Jane Isaac, international bestselling crime fiction author'A historic novel that seethes with claustrophobia, trauma and thoughts of revenge. What a sophisticated and gripping tale' – Fiona Mitchell, author of The SwapTrade Review'Haunting and mesmerising' -- Essie Fox, author of The Last Days of Leda Grey'Vivid, disturbing and visceral, The Asylum is this year's must-read!' -- Ruby Speechley, author of A Mother Like You'This twisty rollercoaster story made me desperate for Maud's salvation and yearn for her revenge. Utterly compelling' -- Kerry Fisher, author of The Woman I Was Before'Evocative, menacing and darkly sinister. A brilliantly executed gothic thriller that will leave you breathless' -- Jane Isaac, international bestselling crime fiction author'A historic novel that seethes with claustrophobia, trauma and thoughts of revenge. What a sophisticated and gripping tale' -- Fiona Mitchell, author of The Swap

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Book SynopsisA chance encounter leads to a fight for her life...Kit Finn plays it safe in her personal life; any risky moves are saved for her work. But when she meets handsome Matt Healy on a business trip she decides she’s tired of being careful. Kit acts on her instincts and the two share a night of passion.They agree to meet again when they are back home in New York City, but when Kit arrives at Matt’s apartment she is greeted by a total stranger claiming he is the real Matt. Realising she has been duped Kit decides to put the encounter behind her. But when the police ask her to identify a man killed in a hit and run, with only her business card in his possession, Kit is shocked to recognise the victim as the genuine Matt Healy.Kit fears she has become unintentionally embroiled in a sinister web of deceit. With no real evidence to take to the police, Kit resolves to unravel the mystery herself. But can she do so before more lives, including her own, are put in danger?For fans of psychological suspense and compulsive mysteries, don’t miss this tense and page-turning novel. If you love Peter Swanson and Shari Lapena, then you will love Kate White.Praise for Kate White‘A nerve-jangling adrenaline rush!’ Lisa Gardner‘Utterly compelling.’ Karin Slaughter‘A terrifying psychological thriller.’ Harlan Coben‘Taut, tense and utterly gripping.’ Jessica Knoll‘Suspenseful, twisty and sharply observed.’ Gilly Macmillan'I read this is one sitting. Utterly gripping. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.' Reader review'I could not put this book down... It's a clever book with some great characters, I could definitely imagine this on the big screen!' Reader review'Gripping story from the beginning with plenty of twists.' Reader review'An excellent well-written quality read. I didn't want it to end!' Reader reviewTrade ReviewPraise for Kate White:‘A nerve-jangling adrenaline rush!’ Lisa Gardner‘Utterly compelling.’ Karin Slaughter‘A terrifying psychological thriller.’ Harlan Coben‘Taut, tense and utterly gripping.’ Jessica Knoll‘Suspenseful, twisty and sharply observed.’ Gilly Macmillan

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Book Synopsis‘Holy hell, this book was intense…it kept me on edge the whole time. I absolutely LOVED this book.’ Reader Review‘Ben, I need you. Help me.’‘PLEASE HELP ME!’‘It was an accident…but there’s so much blood…’In a frantic late-night phone call, Ben learns his wife, Mia, has killed a man. And she needs his help.When Ben arrives at Mia’s hotel room, the scene is horrific – but over the course of the night it will get much worse.All their secrets will be uncovered, and they will discover how far they’ll go to protect themselves and each other… will they kill for love? Or will they die for it?One phone call. Twelve hours to save their marriage. And their lives.Told in real-time half-hour chapters, this is a read-in-one-sitting thriller that fans of T.M. Logan and Harlan Coben will devour. Sit down and strap yourself in for the rollercoaster read of 2022.Readers are hooked on answering The Call:'It grabs you on the first page and the tension doesn't let up. Atmospheric, twisted and utterly compelling – I couldn't put it down.' Debbie Howells, author of The Secret'Incredibly fast-paced and well plotted, a cracking read.’ Araminta Hall, author of Perfect Strangers'An excellent book – I flew through it...A dark, chilling, twisted delight that had me hooked from the start' Susi Holliday, author of Substitute and The Last Resort‘I loved it! A very fast-paced, action-packed story with lots of craziness and suspense to keep you reading straight to the very end!’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘Go with the flow and enjoy the rollercoaster ride…A gripping thriller that surprises, at times, by being laugh-out-loud funny.’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘Don't start it unless you have a spare few hours…you won't want to put it down.’ Reader Review‘So gripping that I couldn’t have put it down even if I had wanted to…full of suspense and mystery, I loved it.’ Reader Review‘This one is certainly worth a read. A fun ride through a very dark night. Recommended.’ Reader Review‘A fun, high-energy read…this thriller offers you a rollercoaster of a ride.’ Reader Review‘Wow… It's intense, gory and gripping, and I really enjoyed it!’ Reader Review‘I really enjoyed this book, it grabbed me from the very first page.’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘From the very first page this book draws you in. The suspense starts straight away… it kept me hooked throughout’ Reader Review‘A twisty and scary read that I couldn’t put down!’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Reader Review‘A psych thriller, domestic suspense mash-up that is filled to the brim with lies and secrets’ Reader Review‘I read The Call in one sitting. It was fast-paced and twisty and kept me intrigued right to the end.’ Reader Review

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Book SynopsisA young couple are entangled in a nightmare spiral of lies when they pretend to be someone else …Exquisitely dark psychological suspense by the international bestselling author of The Bird Tribunal ‘A delightfully insightful and wicked little read … Like the cabin, it's so minimalist and stark and at the same time so compelling’ Elizabeth Haynes ________It started with a lie… Married couple Karin and Kai are looking for a pleasant escape from their busy lives, and reluctantly accept an offer to stay in a luxurious holiday home in the Norwegian fjords. Instead of finding a relaxing retreat, however, their trip becomes a reminder of everything lacking in their own lives, and in a less-than-friendly meeting with their new neighbours, Karin tells a little white lie… Against the backdrop of the glistening water and within the claustrophobic walls of the ultra-modern house, Karin’s insecurities blossom, and her lie grows ever bigger, entangling her and her husband in a nightmare spiral of deceits with absolutely no means of escape… Simmering with suspense and dark humour, The Guests is a gripping psychological drama about envy and aspiration … and something more menacing, hiding just below that glittering surface… _____ Praise for Agnes Ravatn **Shortlisted for the Dublin Literary Award****A BBC Book at Bedtime****Shortlisted for the Petrona Award for Best Scandinavian Crime Fiction****Winner of an English PEN Translation Award** 'A clever, quirky mystery, full of twists and reminiscent of Agatha Christie at her best' The Times 'Ravatn, one of Norway's premier crime writers, manages to conjure up an extra level of chilling atmosphere that will make you want to put the heating on' The Sun 'An unrelenting atmosphere of doom fails to prepare readers for the surprising resolution' Publishers Weekly 'Unfolds in an austere style that perfectly captures the bleakly beautiful landscape of Norway's far north' Irish Times 'Reminiscent of Patricia Highsmith and I can't offer higher praise than that. Agnes Ravatn is an author to watch' Philip Ardagh 'A tense and riveting read' Financial Times 'Crackling, fraught and hugely compulsive slice of Nordic Noir tremendously impressive' Big Issue 'Intriguing … enrapturing' Sarah Hilary ‘A masterclass in suspense and delayed terror' Rod Reynolds

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Book SynopsisThe chilling psychological thriller from a top ten bestselling author.Trade Review‘Emotional and sensitive, populated with wonderfully real characters, but also underscored by menace which races towards a heart-in-the-mouth denouement.’ Gillian McAllister, author of EVERYTHING BUT THE TRUTH ‘THE SECOND SISTER is both a twisty thriller and a sensitively written story of a family stricken by loss and the fear of not knowing the worst. The strife between the remaining sister and her mother especially is depicted with heart-rending warmth and insight.’ Isabelle Grey, author of THE BAD MOTHER ‘Marvelously tension-filled storytelling’ New York Times ‘A thriller with intelligence and a high creep factor, a genre that’s difficult to get just right…Claire Kendal’s version comes close to perfection’ The Toronto Star PRAISE FOR THE BOOK OF YOU: ‘Any thriller that has you checking over your shoulder and peeking from behind your curtains must be gripping so hats off to Claire Kendal’s hard-hitting debut THE BOOK OF YOU for doing just this’ Stylist ‘Both brutal and unbearably tense, THE BOOK OF YOU announces the arrival of a fierce new talent, a writer not afraid to grasp a woman’s fears in stark detail and to invoke nightmares’ Daily Mail ‘Clever, claustrophobic and chillingly good’ Good Housekeeping ‘THE BOOK OF YOU starts with breathtaking brilliance and then just gets better with every page. Already my book of the year’ Elizabeth Haynes, author of INTO THE DARKEST CORNER ‘Gripping with some very smart twists’ Woman Magazine ‘A gripping read!’ Closer ‘Addictive … I literally hardly breathed as I raced to the end. It's a terrifying thriller’ Samantha Hayes, author of UNTIL YOU’RE MINE ‘Creepy and compelling. What happens when the wrong guy won't take no for an answer?’ Paula Daly, author of JUST WHAT KIND OF MOTHER ARE YOU?

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Book SynopsisA shocking story about a fifteen-year-old girl and the man who took advantage of herYou might as well know from the start, I'm not going to tell on him and I don't care how much trouble I get in. It's not like it could get any worse than it already is.I can't. Don't ask me why, I just can't.When Nina finds out that her fifteen-year-old daughter, Scarlett, is pregnant, her world falls apart.Because Scarlet won't tell anyone who the father is. And Nina is scared that the answer will destroy everything.As the suspects mount from Scarlett's teacher to Nina's new husband of less than a year Nina searches for the truth: no matter what the cost.Trade Review‘A tense and torrid family drama’ SUNDAY MIRROR Praise for Amanda Brooke: ‘An unashamed weepy, intriguingly plotted and with relatable characters’ SUNDAY MIRROR ‘An emotional journey and a great read!’ Fionnuala Kearney ‘Full of twists, this is a deeply emotional, poignant tale that will remain with you long after it ends’ Ella Harper ‘[A] touching sensitive story … an extraordinary, moving tale’ The Bookseller ‘Enchanting, moving and hard to put down’ Closer ‘Life affirming’ Sunday Mirror ‘A haunting and heartbreaking story that stayed with me long after I’d finished’ Fern Britton ‘Magical and unputdownable’ Katie Fforde ‘An extraordinary debut novel’ Daily Express

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Book SynopsisYou’d kill to protect your child – wouldn’t you?Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR NO TURNING BACK ‘I was entranced from the very first page and couldn't put it down until I had all the answers. Tracy weaves a seamless tale while offering brilliant descriptions and raw emotions.’ Angela Marsons ‘Tracy Buchanan’s ‘No Turning Back’ is a must read for fans of psychological suspense. Tightly plotted and intense, this novel will have you looking over your shoulder and peeking under your bed. Filled with twists and turns, it will keep you flying through the pages to the shocking end.’Heather Gudenkauf, New York Times bestselling author of The Weight of Silence PRAISE FOR TRACY BUCHANAN 'A pacy read about the strong bonds between three sisters … A great book to take to the beach!' Daily Mail ‘An emotionally-charged new novel’ Take a Break ‘Perfect for sisters everywhere, it’s both heartbreaking and uplifting.’ My Weekly ‘An addictive novel that gets under your skin’ Gill Paul ‘My Sister's Secret is a compelling page turning read about secrets in families and the unwitting consequences thereof. I was completely hooked on this story of love, sacrifice and the things people will do to keep the truth from coming out. A sad, powerful and absorbing story.’ Julia Williams ‘It’s such a compelling and emotional read that pulled me in from the very first page – full of intrigue and secrets, a riveting story that I know will stay with me for a very long time.’ Alexandra Brown ‘An ambitious and deeply poignant story that will take you into another world’ HEAT ‘I was left absolutely traumatised in a totally brilliant way … Beautiful, heartbreaking, uplifting … Really worth a read’ HELLO! ‘I could see it playing out like a movie as I was reading … I loved it’ NOVELKICKS

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Book SynopsisUSA Today bestselling author''GrippingI was desperate to turn the pages'' Amanda JenningsSometimes the perfect friend tells the perfect liesErin and Roisin were once friends until a fatal accident ruined both their lives. Now, Roisin has discovered a secretone Erin has kept for over a decadeand she's determined to make Erin pay for her lies.When Roisin suddenly disappears, suspicion soon lands on Erin. She would do anything to protect her family, but just how far is she willing to go when time is running out?A must read for fans of CL Taylor and BA Paris.What people are saying about The Girl Who Lied:Slowly but inexorably draws you in until you can hardly wait to discover the fate of the charactersyou''ll love Sue Fortin' Sue MoorcroftA twisty romantic page-turner that will keep you guessing' Julie Cohen''Sue Fortin''s gripping books always keep me turning the pages! Highly recommended for fans of grit-lit and suspense!'' Mandy BaggotThe suspense, mystery and secrets to be revealed kept me turning the pagesnerve wracking and gripping' Rachel's Random ReadsKept me intrigued right up until the enda highly enjoyable read, filled with secrets' By the Letter Book ReviewsTrade ReviewPraise for Sue Fortin: ‘Thoroughly gripping…full of suspense’ – Kim The Bookworm ‘Builds to a really tense, nail biting climax’ – BeadyJan ‘I would urge anyone who enjoys a good, fast paced psychological thriller to read it – you won't be disappointed!’ – Bookish Bits ‘A clever psychological thriller full of false clues and intrigue’ – Jane Hunt Writer Book Reviews ‘A gripping romantic suspense novel with some excellent tension and a twist or two…Well worth a read’ – DnS Media ‘Gripping, vivid, dramatic, emotional, touching, adventurous brilliant and much more…it’s worth every single page’ – Sky’s Book Corner ‘A great page turner’ – Bleach House Library ‘I went through so many emotions reading this book – the worst being panic and fear…a brilliant book’ – Crooks on Books ‘Sue Fortin cleverly creates a sense of urgency and suspense that compels you to read on’ – Laura’s Little Book Blog ‘A good balance between the tense, psychological, and romantic events, which culminates in a climatic ending…for fans of Sleeping with the Enemy’ – Bookboodle ‘A gripping climax full of danger’ – ElaineG, 5 Star Reads ‘Kept me turning the pages’ – Mandy Baggot, author of ‘Truly Madly Greekly’ ‘5 Words: Tense, shocking, mysterious, deceit, stalker’ – Tea Party Princess ‘An excellent read’ – Read Along With Sue

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Book SynopsisThe gripping new novel from the author of The Widows' Club.When a fire destroys the Empress Theatre, a devastating tragedy unfolds.Amelia's mother lost her piece of mind forever when she left her daughter alone for a few life-changing moments.The dance school lost their beloved teacher, Hilary, who died saving the lives of her young pupils.Karin lost her memory, and the answers she desperately craves.Claudia lost the one thing that would have made her perfect life complete.As local reporter Leanne picks over the embers of that night, what seemed like a straightforward case of negligence becomes something else entirely: somebody is lying each person has lost something, but one of them has sold their soulTrade Review‘A suspenseful story, written with real warmth and emotion. Deeply enjoyable’ Lucy Clarke, author of The Castaways ‘A thought-provoking page-turner about secrets and community’ Nicola Rayner, author of You and Me ‘Enthralling and twisty – it sucked me in from the get-go’ Annabel Kantaria, author of I Know You Praise for Amanda Brooke: ‘Clever, unnerving, and unputdownable’ Rachel Lucas, The State of Grace ‘A tense and torrid family drama’ Sunday Mirror ‘Intriguingly plotted and with relatable characters’ Sunday Mirror ‘An emotional journey and a great read!’ Fionnuala Kearney ‘Full of twists, this is a deeply emotional, poignant tale that will remain with you long after it ends’ Ella Harper ‘A haunting and heartbreaking story that stayed with me long after I’d finished’ Fern Britton ‘An extraordinary novel’ Daily Express

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Book SynopsisA stunning read from a superb storyteller.' Clare MackintoshFrom the #1 ebook and Sunday Times bestseller, comes the tale of a young woman in search of her past, and the mother who will do anything to keep it hiddenWhat if you were the worst crime your mother ever committed?Dahlia Waller's childhood memories consist of stuffy cars, seedy motels, and a rootless existence traveling the country with her eccentric mother. Now grown, she desperately wants to distance herself from that life. Yet one thing is stopping her from moving forward: she has questions.In order to understand her past, Dahlia must go back. Back to her mother in the stifling town of Aurora, Texas. Back into the past of a woman on the brink of madness. But after she discovers three grave-like mounds on a neighbouring farm, she'll learn that in her mother's world of secrets, not all questions are meant to be answeredThe Good Daughter is a compelling take on a genre that shows no sign of slowing down. The perfect read for Trade ReviewPraise for The Good Daughter: ‘A stunning read from a superb storyteller.’ CLARE MACKINTOSH ‘The Good Daughter by Alexandra Burt is stunning. Every landscape, from rural Texas to the dark past of the characters, is intricately and beautifully crafted, pulling you in from the very first page to the very last. Rarely do we get to enjoy psychological suspense with such extraordinary descriptive narration. It's a wonderful read!’ WENDY WALKER Praise for Little Girl Gone: ‘Fast-paced and gripping…the author’s ability to keep the reader guessing undoubtedly make this novel difficult to put down.’ INDEPENDENT ‘Compelling.’ THE SUN ‘A good, twisty read.’ DAILY MAIL ‘Does not disappoint…stunning surprises at every turn.’ MY WEEKLY ‘A gruesomely compelling tale.’ METRO ‘A page-turner too addictive to put down.’ OPRAH ‘Your heart will beat faster with every page.’ HUFFINGTON POST ‘A twisty, gripping read – beautifully written and impossible to put down.’ MEG GARDINER, Edgar Award winning author

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Book SynopsisWOW!Tremendous read! HIGHLY recommend!!!' NetGalley reviewer, 5 starsI know everything about you.I know your name, your birthday, your kids' names, where you live, where you work. I know when you get that big promotion, or when you argue with your spouse.But someone knows everything about me too. Someone knows all my secrets and they're using them against me. They're setting me up.The police think I murdered Emily Parker. To prove my innocence I need to find the real killer.I need to beat him at his own game.A gripping and twisted thriller for fans of Adrian McKinty's The Chain and Mark Edwards' Here to Stay. Readers LOVE Deadly Games!5 STARS!! A total edge of your seat thriller that will keep you turning the pages late into the night. This is a must read!!' NetGalley reviewer, 5 starsOH MY GOD Mind-blowing I COULD NOT PUT THIS DOWN. Just WOW One of my favorite thrillers ever. Period.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 starsI loved everything about this book, it was so twisty I read this book with

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

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Book SynopsisThe captivating new novel from the author of the explosive Sunday Times bestseller, THE PUSH''Spellbinding, a shimmering, visceral ride through the dark side of family'' LISA JEWELL''I absolutely loved this book'' MIRANDA COWLEY HELLER''A beautifully observed exploration of what it means to be a woman'' SARAH PEARSE''Deeply thrilling and provocative . . a truly masterful novel'' NITA PROSE''Thought-provoking and gripping, this is worthy of all the praise coming its way'' HEAT, Book of the Week___________The whispers started long before the accident on Harlow Street . . .Was it at the party, when Whitney screamed blue murder at her son?Or after neighbour Blair started prowling Whitney''s house, uninvited?Or once Rebecca and Ben''s childlessness finally puts a crack in their marriage?But on the terrible night of the accident, the whispers grow louder, more insistent.Neighbours gather round. Questions are asked. Secrets are spilled. And the gloss on everything begins to rub off. Everyone is drawn into the darkness.Because there''s no smoke without fire.No friendship without envy.And no lie that does not conceal a devastating truth . . .___________The Whispers is a darkly psychological portrait of couples in crisis and families in free fall.''A chilling psychodrama about motherhood and community'' i PAPER''You will devour this. A brilliant, honest read about families in crisis'' Woman & Home''Riveting... a fearless deep dive into the real internal lives of women. The Whispers is a brilliant, deeply affecting novel you won''t soon forget'' Shari Lapena, bestselling author of The Couple Next Door''A masterwork: a page-turner, a searing emotional rollercoaster and a beautifully-written hymn to the pain, the love, the fury of motherhood . . . sensational'' Rosie Walsh, bestselling author of The Man Who Didn''t CallPraise for THE PUSH:''Set my nerves jangling in both horror and recognition'' LISA JEWELL''Gripping'' GUARDIAN''Sustains the suspense expertly'' SUNDAY TIMES''Keeps the reader hooked'' GRAZIA''Jet-black'' ABIGAIL DEAN''Provocative, compulsive'' VOGUE''Riveting, thought-provoking'' DAILY MAIL''Bold'' HEATTrade ReviewThought-provoking and gripping, this is worthy of all the praise coming its way * HEAT, Book of the Week *The Whispers is spellbinding, a shimmering, visceral ride through the dark side of family, of community, of womanhood and mothering. Nobody delves as deep into the guts of motherhood as Ashley Audrain, she really is in a league of her own -- Lisa Jewell, Sunday Times #1 Bestselling AuthorI absolutely loved this book -- Miranda Cowley Heller, bestselling author of The Paper PalaceEnticing, nuanced, and unflinching, The Whispers opens a secret portal into the private lives of women in suburbia. A narrative portrait of motherhood and marriage, of loneliness and longing, of loss and desire, this is a novel where the characters are so recognizable, it's nearly impossible to feel they are strangers. Rather, through the course of the deeply thrilling and provocative pages, one comes to feel they're as real as neighbours, colleagues and friends. A truly masterful novel -- Nita Prose, Sunday Times bestselling author of The MaidRiveting ... a fearless deep dive into the real internal lives of women. The Whispers is a brilliant, deeply affecting novel you won't soon forget -- Shari Lapena, bestselling author of The Couple Next DoorRage unites these women - rage that is expertly, subtly and powerfully rendered by Audrain . . . and, after Audrain has lulled you into a sense of resignation over her characters' fates, she delivers a sucker-punch ending you'll have to read twice to believe * New York Times *A chilling story and a beautifully observed exploration of what it means to be a woman, highlighting the sacrifices involved and the often frightening choices that have to be made. The knowledge that something awful is looming lends the narrative a compelling sense of unease that builds to a thickening dread as Audrain ratchets up the tension. A quietly revelatory and unnerving novel that works on so many levels - I couldn't put it down -- Sarah Pearse, Sunday Times bestselling author of The SanatoriumA dark, unflinching family drama. A pageturner * Grazia *A beautifully written, twisty and thought-provoking novel about the demands of modern women, motherhood and how our own past shapes us. The Whispers is packed with suspense, tension and unforgettable characters and I couldn't read it fast enough. I adored it! -- Claire Douglas, number one bestselling author of The Couple at No.9Ashley Audrain is the master of simmering resentment and paranoia, mental load and motherhood. This slow-burn thriller is gripping and horrifying and with a perfectly shocking ending. It's going to be huge, absolutely unmissable. -- Catherine Cooper, bestselling author of The CruiseThe novel's breathless pace and devastatingly poignant observations about the realities of motherhood and womanhood today make every page a gut punch, and the mystery woven in will leave you guessing until the very last page * Glamour US *No one understands the secret lives of women like Ashley Audrain. In her electrifying new novel, The Whispers, the unspoken fears, desires, and shame of four neighbours threaten the lives they've so carefully constructed. It's a razor-sharp page-turner. Masterful! -- Carley Fortune, New York Times bestselling author of Every Summer AfterIf you couldn't get enough of Audrain's debut novel, The Push, you will devour this highly anticipated follow-up. A brilliant, honest read about families in crisis * Woman & Home *A masterwork: a page-turner, a searing emotional rollercoaster and a beautifully-written hymn to the pain, the love, the fury of motherhood. I could think about nothing but Ashley Audrain's perfectly-drawn characters in the three days it took me to tear through this novel, and I suspect they will live on in my mind for a long time to come. Sensational -- Rosie Walsh, bestselling author of The Man Who Didn't CallDriven by desire, jealousy and revenge, everyone is under suspicion and guilty of something in this powerful, edgy and addictive novel by the queen of psychological drama, Ashley Audrain. An honest, uncensored look at women and motherhood in the wake of a mysterious tragedy, The Whispers is a must-read -- Mary Kubica, New York Times bestselling author of Just the Nicest CoupleI couldn't put The Whispers down. It held me by my throat the entire way and left me in awe of Audrain's talent and her ability to put the female experience so ruthlessly, so painfully and so beautifully into words. She is exceptional at her craft, one of the best, and her work should be read religiously and consistently by all. I can't recommend this book enough -- Salma El-Wardany, BBC Radio LondonA punchy page-turner about motherhood, sacrifice and the huge expectations we force on to women * Good Housekeeping *Ashley Audrain writes about motherhood and how it feels to be a woman today with a fearlessness few can muster. Every time I turned a page, I thought: yes! This is why I read--to connect, to feel seen, to be confronted with my deepest fears, and, of course, to go on a breathtakingly suspenseful ride while doing it -- Chandler Baker, New York Times bestselling author of The HusbandsAshley Audrain has a profound understanding of how thin the line between good and evil can be. THE WHISPERS leads readers past the carefully composed facade of Harlow Street to dig, unflinchingly, into themes of motherhood, fidelity, privilege and complicity, resulting in a novel that not only delivers on the promise of its taut, explosive and page-turning plot-but redefines the very idea of what a thriller is and can be. Daring, incisive, and exquisitely written, Audrain has proven herself a force like no other -- Courtney Summers, New York Times bestselling author of SadieA cracking psychological thriller that keeps you guessing to the final pages. Thought-provoking, gripping, worthy of all the praise * Heat *A chilling psychodrama about motherhood and community * i *The Whispers held me in its grip from the first page until the final, gasp-worthy line - a raw, provocative, mesmerising thriller, charting the darkest psychological contours of motherhood with devastating precision. Audrain writes with such unsettling honesty and I found it impossible to tear myself away from her characters. Fans of The Push will not be disappointed! -- Katherine Faulkner, author of Greenwich ParkA tense tale about motherhood, friendship and betrayal * Sun *I was blown away by The Push, and found myself equally enthralled by The Whispers * Prima *A brilliant beach read of a thriller that you're likely to chomp through in a single sitting * Cambridge Edition *Her books are quickly becoming a must read * Woman's Weekly *

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Book SynopsisThe hardscrabble Chase women - Mary, Hannah, and their mother Diane - have been eking out a living running a tiny seaside motel that has been in the family for generations, inviting trouble into their lives for just as long. Eighteen-year-old Mary Chase is a force of nature: passionate, beautiful, and free-spirited. Her much younger sister, Hannah, whom Mary affectionately calls ''Bunny'', is imaginative, her head full of the stories of princesses and adventures that Mary tells to give her a safe emotional place in the middle of their troubled world.But when Diane dies in a car accident, Mary discovers the motel is worth less than the back taxes they owe. With few options, Mary''s finely tuned instincts for survival kick in. As the sisters begin a cross-country journey in search of a better life, she will stop at nothing to protect Hannah. But Mary wants to protect herself, too, for the secrets she promised she would never tell - but now may be forced to reveal - hold the we

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Book Synopsis''A perfectly paced and beautifully observed story of betrayal, guilt and regret'' Emma Curtis, author of Keep Her Quiet''A heady, glamorous tale with a dark side - another compulsively readable thriller from Rebecca Reid'' Emma Rowley, author of You Can Trust Me---------------------How far would you go to correct your worst mistake?When Chloe goes to university and meets wild, carefree Zadie, she is utterly seduced by her and her lifestyle. It doesn''t take long for Chloe to ditch her studies in favour of all-night parties at Zadie''s huge house off campus.But when something goes badly wrong one night and Zadie disappears in the aftermath, Chloe knows she should have done more to help her friend. It''s something she''ll always regret.Fifteen years later, Chloe finally gets the chance to make it right. But in order to do so, she''ll have to put everything at stake . . .---------------------Readers LOVE Two Wrongs:***** ''Hands down, this is one of my favourite books in recent years... Reid is one of the best writers of suspense and tension building that I''ve come across, and I couldn''t tear myself away from this book''***** ''A fast paced easy thriller with a great ending... a highly recommended read''***** ''A brilliant read... Can''t wait to read what the author brings out next''***** ''This is brilliant if you like a twisty, no holds barred read. Highly recommended''***** ''I could not put this book down''Trade ReviewPraise for Two Wrongs * : *Two Wrongs is a perfectly paced and beautifully observed story of betrayal, guilt and regret. It's so accurate on the intense friendships you make at University. Zadie is a brilliant character that you both love and fume over - selfish, needy and broken. I really did race through it. * Emma Curtis, author of KEEP HER QUIET *I raced through Two Wrongs, another compulsively readable thriller from Rebecca Reid - a heady, glamorous tale with a dark side, it's all about that friend we have when we don't know better - and still miss when we do... * Emma Rowley, author of YOU CAN TRUST ME *Praise for Rebecca Reid * : *'Disturbing and brilliant' * Lauren North, author of SAFE AT HOME *'Well written, with a plot and characters that haunt you long after you've finished' * Jane Corry, author of I LOOKED AWAY *'Rebecca Reid is a master of building tension' * Phoebe Morgan, author of THE BABYSITTER *

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Book SynopsisA girls'' night out.A bad decision.A life, unravellingWhen Georgie is persuaded to join two old friends for Ladies'' Night, she intends to have fun, to behave like the Georgie she was before marriage and motherhood changed her life. But one drink too many and Georgie''s not sure what happened the night before. Now she''s starting to wonder just what she''s invited in to her life . . .Trade ReviewA highly superior slice of domestic noir * The Mail on Sunday *If you wanted a masterclass on how to pace a narrative of suspense, this would be it. Thrilling, heartbreaking, unputdownable. -- A. N. Wilson * The Tablet *

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Book SynopsisThe next sensational psychological thriller from the author of FRIEND REQUEST, the number one ebook bestseller. Perfect for fans of Cara Hunter and MY LOVELY WIFE by Samantha Downing.Trade ReviewA name to watch in the world of twisty, gripping thrillers . . . It rings as true as tomorrow's headlines * Daily Mail *Superb * Sun *An addictive, uncomfortably tense thriller, combined with a well-observed coming-of-age tale - what's not to like! -- Caz FrearI raced through Three Little Lies in a couple of sittings. A compulsive psychological thriller with compelling characters and a twisty plot -- Jenny QuintanaAnother brilliant, compelling novel which drew me in, kept me turning the pages eager to know how it would unfold. I will be recommending it to everyone when it's released! -- Karen HamiltonIf you loved Friend Request, you'll devour Three Little Lies. You won't know who to believe and you won't be able to put it down until you get to the (shocking) truth. Great stuff! -- CJ TudorDon't worry Laura Marshall fans - Three Little Lies is here and it's even better than Friend Request. Tense and full of surprises - Laura Marshall is here to stay! -- Emily ElgarAn addictive, expertly-plotted thriller with a great twist - if you liked Friend Request, you'll love this -- TM Logan

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Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE CRIME WRITERS'' ASSOCIATION GOLD DAGGER AWARD FOR BEST CRIME NOVEL OF 2020Don''t miss the next electrifying Cyrus Haven thriller - When She Was Good, the Richard & Judy Book Club Pick for Summer 2021, is out now.''A gripping and eerie read. You won''t be able to look away'' Karin Slaughter, #1 international bestselling author__________The girl with no past.Six years ago, Evie Cormac was discovered, filthy and half-starved, hiding in a secret room in the aftermath of a shocking crime. Now approaching adulthood, Evie is damaged, self-destructive and has never revealed her true identity.The boy who survived. Forensic psychologist Cyrus Haven, a man haunted by his own past, is investigating the death of champion figure-skater Jodie Sheehan. When Cyrus is called upon Trade Review'Haunting . . . Robotham expertly raises the tension as the action hurtles toward the devastating climax. Readers will hope the complex Cyrus will return for an encore.' * Publishers Weekly *Explosive . . . This sensitive, suspenseful mystery firmly establishes Robotham in the top ranks of psychological-thriller writers. And it cries out for a sequel * Booklist *'It's the careful and often poignant interplay between Cyrus and Evie that elevates this consistently stellar yarn . . . Robotham is a master plotter at the top of his form, and readers will surely hope to see more of his complicated new characters' * Kirkus Reviews *An extraordinary exploration of emotional damage, full of humour and humanity * Literary Review *

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Book SynopsisSet in and around the dark, misty canals of Lichfield, Stephen Booth''s incredible new novel is awash with mystery.When council officer Chris Buckley is approached by an odd old man demanding help in healing a decades-old family rift, he sends the stranger away.But then the old man is murdered, and the police arrive on the Chris''s doorstep asking questions to which he has no answers.As Chris begins to look into the circumstances of the murder, he uncovers a deadly secret in the silt and mud of the local canals that he''ll realise was better kept buried.PRAISE FOR STEPHEN BOOTH''Makes high summer as terrifying as midwinter''Val McDermid''A modern master''Guardian''Crime writing of the finest quality''Daily Mail''Ingenious plotting and richly atmospheric''Reginald Hill''A first-rate mystery''Sunday TelegraphTrade ReviewClever, beautifully written and superbly plotted, this is an entertaining page-turner with a compelling twist in the tail. * Lancashire Evening Post *The brooding presence of Kinder Scout, the highest point in the Peak District, hangs over Stephen Booth'sfine novel Fall down Dead * Sunday Times *The historical details add fascinating depth to this big fat mystery * Evening Standard *Stephen Booth (of the Cooper & Fry police series) has written a crackerjack standalone novel in Drowned Lives * Winnipeg Free Press *The Peak District setting is as striking as ever . . . the ever-present threat of violence will get under your skin. * Real Crime *The master of this territory * Sunday Express *This is an enjoyable, very readable yet understated crime novel by an accomplished author. * Crime Fiction Lover *The highest of the Derbyshire peaks is the dramatic setting . . . Gripping * The Times *The underlying mystery and the moments of high drama place the novel firmly in the crime genre, but the mix of ingredients adds up to far more. Drowned Lives is Stephen Booth at the top of his game * Mystery People *An interesting and absorbing personal read that I enjoyed as a fan of Booth's many other crime thrillers. I am sure book clubs will love the theme and have much to discuss and unravel * NB *An elegant reflection of what's happening in the country at large. * The Book Bag *All through the book is a chilld atsmophere and it gives a tight edginess to the tale. Another excellent read from Booth * Sunday Sport *Packed with the misty atmosphere of the Saffordshire canals . . . I loved both the historical and modern storylines and the moody waterways' backdrop * Peterborough Evening Telegraph *I love reading about these characters. I love the world in which Ben moves and I really enjoy the cases with which he is confronted. I always look forward to the next installment of this wonderful series. * For Winter Nights *A compelling read with well-developed characters. Equally fascinating was the way the background to the group of hikers was revealed, and eventually the killer was unmasked. But I didn't guess who! Most highly recommended * Mystery People *As ever in Booth's long-running, award-winning and hugely popular Peak District series, it's the extraordinary landscape and its often violent history that most captivates the reader * Morning Star *The plot is good, with plenty of twists and a villain I didn't spot even though there were plenty of clues * The Book Bag (blog) *

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Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED FOR THE CWA NEW BLOOD DAGGER ***Don''t miss the utterly gripping new thriller from Egan Hughes - LEAVE THE LIGHTS ON is out now*** ''This one really pulled me in'' JANE CORRY ''Tense, thrilling and full of twists and turns'' ANGELA MARSONS ''A summer must-read'' WOMAN''S WEEKLY ''A masterclass in storytelling'' THE COURIER ''Addictive, I was gripped from the opening chapter'' JO SPAIN ''Plunges the reader in and leaves them gasping for air'' RACHEL EDWARDS ''Utterly addictive'' CRIME MONTHLY ''Gripping'' HELLO __________________You love him. You trust him.YOU CAN''T ESCAPE HIM. <Trade ReviewAn intelligent thriller that takes you in unexpected directions - just like the characters. This one really pulled me in. I couldn't get away!A tense, modern, female-led take on the whodunnit, Hughes brilliantly reveals her characters' flaws and motivations, while building a claustrophobic atmosphere that plunges the reader in and leaves them gasping for airTense, thrilling and full of twists and turns. An impeccable debut Addictive, I was gripped from the opening chapter. A brilliant debut -- Jo Spain, author of THE CONFESSIONThis tense thriller leaves you gasping for air . . .a summer must-read * Woman's Weekly *A gripping debut * Hello *Fast-paced, gripping and a masterclass in storytelling, this is a fantastic addition to any bookshelf * The Courier *

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Book Synopsis ''Twisty and terrifying, LEAVE THE LIGHTS ON will keep you guessing until the end'' B A Paris ''Utterly addictive'' CRIME MONTHLY''A twisty, thoroughly modern thriller with a plot as smart as the deadly home it depicts'' RACHEL EDWARDS''I was completely hooked from the start of this creepy, very contemporary thriller'' SUE WATSON***WHAT REAL READERS SAY ABOUT EGAN HUGHES***100% kept me on the edge of my seat 5 stars Intriguingly structured and plotted 5 starsSuch a compelling book 5 starsA brilliant read 5 starsHad me guessing right until the end 5 stars___________________Their new ''smart home'' is Joe''s dream. A remote cottage where everything - from the lighting to the locks - is controlled through an app. It''s the perfect blend of old-world charm and modern convenience. What better place Trade Review'A twisty, thoroughly modern thriller with a plot as smart as the deadly home it depicts' -- Rachel EdwardsTwisty and terrifying, LEAVE THE LIGHTS ON will keep you guessing until the end -- B A Paris, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Dilemma'I was completely hooked from the start of this creepy, very contemporary thriller' -- Sue WatsonThis high-tech gaslighting suspense story includes a skilful use of red herrings, leading to a properly surprising twist * Morning Star *

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Book Synopsis''The most complex of bonds is explored in this startlingly original and finely drawn portrait of female friendship, with all its uplifting and destructive intensity''ELLERY LLOYD''An absolute jewel of a book which puts seven decades of complicated female friendship under the microscope - and reveals dark truths. It''s a masterclass in things unsaid, in both form and content''ERIN KELLYAn unsettling, gripping and original novel by Jessica Fellowes, author of the internationally bestselling, award-winning Mitford Murders series, telling the story of a toxic friendship.Kate and Bella, Bella and Kate. From childhood they were inseparable yet polar opposites: Bella sensible and cautious, Kate gregarious and just a little dangerous. Then men came into their lives and things changed: a black seed was set in in the heart of their relationship. Over decades, acts of both cruelty and love feed that seed until one shocking evTrade ReviewThe most complex of bonds is explored in this startlingly original and finely drawn portrait of female friendship, with all its uplifting and destructive intensity * Ellery Lloyd *An absolute jewel of a book which puts seven decades of complicated female friendship under the microscope - and reveals dark truths. It's a masterclass in things unsaid, in both form and content. * Erin Kelly *Straight-from-life characters and knife-sharp insight into the ties that bind us. The best book on female friendship I have ever read * Celia Walden *An absorbing tale of the intricate tangle of friendship, both dark and human * Alexandra Shulman *Searing domestic noir. Fellowes paints an unflinching portrait of female friendship that should appeal to fans of Julie Mayhew and Leïla Slimani * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisWhat if your husband wanted you dead...Joanna has spent ten years married to a monster. Everyone thinks she has the perfect life, but behind closed doors she lives in constant fear of her husband. Escape seems impossible - and then a stranger offers her a chance to flee. On the run with her young daughter, Joanna finds herself in the mysterious town of Morro. With no memory of how she got there. And no idea of what the town truly is. Joanna faces a rare and terrible choice - stay safe, or return to face the fight of her life, to save herself and her little girl.Trade ReviewHere is a story of a woman's courage and strength, the power of friendship, and the gift of grace which magically appears when we need it most. Truly inspired and beautifully written, you will love this novel. -- Lynne Branard, author of THE ART OF ARRANGING FLOWERSA beautiful story of one woman's reinvention, with a little touch of magic that will warm your heart. -- Laura Lane McNeal, author of DOLLBABYBrilliant and beautifully written. Unflinching. Honest. Hearbreaking. -- Meena Van Pragg, author of THE HOUSE AT THE END OF HOPE STREET

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Book Synopsis''Barkworth is excruciatingly good... An impressive first book'' OBSERVERA COSMOPOLITAN BEST BOOKS OF SUMMER 2020 pick HEAT magazine''s READ OF THE WEEK - ''the evocative one''''I wanted to stay within its pages forever'' CLARE MACKINTOSH---This summer burns with secrets...It is too hot to sleep. To work. To be questioned time and again by the police. At the beginning of a stifling, sultry summer, everything shifts irrevocably when Lily doesn''t come home one afternoon.Rachel is Lily''s teacher. Her daughter Mia is Lily''s best friend. The girls are fifteen - almost women, still children. As Rachel becomes increasingly fixated on Lily''s absence, she finds herself breaking fragile trusts and confronting impossible choices she never thought she''d face. It wasn''t supposed to happen like this.Intoxicating and compulsive, Heatstroke is a Trade ReviewBarkworth is excruciatingly good at encapsulating that point in life where Mia and Lily stand - on the edge of growing up... Intense and claustrophobic, this is an impressive first book * Observer *A sultry, stifling debut * Cosmopolitan *Gripping and intensely atmospheric... beautifully explores the complicated relationship between mothers and teenage daughters... you won't want to put this down * Heat *A summer sizzler... with twists, turns and revelations in all the right places...This is Barkworth's first novel and she's hit the format out of the park * Evening Standard *An atmospheric read that will draw you into its tangled web * Woman & Home *Dark and unsettling * Red *Barkworth has a pinsharp eye for detail...it's propulsive, thought-provoking and atmospheric * Daily Mail *Read if you liked Big Little Lies... A torrid, tense story about forbidden passions, played out over one steamy summer * Best *A bold and beautifully written novel of desire and danger * Mail on Sunday *Painfully real, and so beautifully written I wanted to stay within its pages forever. Heatstroke is unsettling, challenging and utterly immersive -- Clare MackintoshStylish and sensual -- Kiran Millwood HargraveTense, sultry, unsettling, sweaty and evocative . . . A thrilling look at mothers and daughters, adolescence, sex, suburbia and secrets -- Nell FrizzellPulls you into its sweaty interior and keeps you gripped to the end. Darkly atmospheric and so well written -- Renée KnightSexy, sensual, difficult, provocative - I was hooked for every twist, turn and revelation. This is definitely one of the best reads of the summer. I was blown away -- Laura Jane WilliamsI am addicted!... A gripping, dark and twisty read with beautiful, poetic writing -- Emma GannonI gulped this whole thing down in one sitting. It's compulsive, sticky and full of gorgeous writing -- Kirstin InnesRaw, unsparing and almost unbearably tender. Perfect sentences swim gracefully across every page, overlaying a narrative that delights in wrong-footing the readers' assumptions. I couldn't tear myself away -- Erin KellyA scorching tale of obsession, betrayal and the wounds that mothers and daughters inflict on each other in the name of love -- Tammy CohenFevered and claustrophobic -- Jane Healey, author of The Animals at Lockwood Manor

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Book Synopsis''Most spellbinding psychological thriller of the year! I swear I forgot to breathe in parts!'' 5* review''This is the first book in months which I haven''t been able to put down'' 5* review''Worth far more than five stars and very very highly recommended'' 5* reviewWhen her five-year-old daughter disappears from the park, Carrie is distraught and she blames herself. Has her inability to read facial expressions put her child in danger?Yet just days later, a stranger finds Sofia in an abandoned shed. She''s scared but unharmed and Carrie is relieved to have her home.But the police have no leads on who might have taken her and when another child is taken, it''s clear Sofia is still in danger. And the threat might be closer than they think. . .''Compulsive, scary and breathtakingly original'' (Dreda Say Mitchell) this gripping emotional thriller is perfect for fans of STRANGERS by C. L. Taylor, Trade ReviewA top-notch thriller that grabs you from the first page and drags you away on a wild ride - compulsive, scary and breathtakingly original -- Dreda Say Mitchell

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Book Synopsis“A moody, atmospheric thriller perfectly crafted.” —Charlie Donlea, USA Today bestselling author of Twenty Years Later A dark new thriller perfect for fans of Megan Miranda and Shari Lapena where murder exposes the dark secrets at the center of a group of friends and sets two women – one with a traumatic past, the other a Boston police detective – on a hunt for truth.Snow falls softly outside Molly Bradley’s home on a frigid January night. Inside, half a dozen close friends are gathered to  celebrate the fortieth birthday of Molly’s psychologist husband, Jay. Candlelight gleams against dark wood, wine flows, and the  house rings with laughter. Everybody loves Jay, Molly most of all. Yet next morning, Molly discovers Jay dead on the floor of his  office, his throat brutally slashed.After decades working with the Boston PD, Detective Rita Myers has grown accustomed to the ban

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Book Synopsis'This is The Undoing meets Big Little Lies. A fast-paced, decadent skewering of upper-middle-class motherhood' ABIGAIL DEAN 'The Other Mothers is the elevated, devourable thriller you’ve been looking for' ASHLEY AUDRAIN 'I read this brilliantly plotted, brilliantly observed thriller in one sitting ... So good' INDIA KNIGHT The outstanding new thriller from the author of international bestseller, Greenwich Park _______________ You want to be one of them. Until you know them. Ex-journalist Tash has been searching for a story to launch her freelance career. But she has also been searching for something else: new friends to help her navigate motherhood. She sees them at her son’s new playgroup. The other mothers. The sleek, the sophisticated, the successful mothers… The women she wants to be. And then one day they welcome her into their circle and Tash discovers the kind of life she has always dreamt of; their elegant London townhouses a far cry from her cramped basement flat and endless bills. They seem to have everything. But they also have their secrets. And it’s soon clear that not everyone at the playgroup can be trusted. _______________ PRAISE FOR KATHERINE FAULKNER: 'Next-level Mum noir' Ellery Lloyd 'Deliciously dark' Heat 'Twisty, fast-paced' Sunday TimesTrade ReviewKatherine Faulkner unpeels Fornasetti wallpaper and opens glass box extensions, revealing delectably dislikeable characters, secrets - and murder. This is The Undoing meets Big Little Lies. A fast-paced, decadent skewering of upper-middle-class motherhood -- Abigail DeanI was gripped; the writing is on point while the characterisation will have you nodding in agreement * Belfast Telegraph *Has all the skillfully handled red herrings you would expect from the creator of the deft final twist of Greenwich Park. But her real gift is for observing the currents beneath apparent surface perfection, and what the middle class is capable of when it can't have it all * The Times *Once again, Katherine Faulkner so masterfully delivers a delicious combination of treacherous secrets and enviable lives, this time among a group of upper class moms whose perfection unravels after Tash, a new mom to the playgroup and struggling journalist, realizes things aren’t quite what they seem. I couldn’t part with this book until I’d finished—The Other Mothers is the elevated, devourable thriller you’ve been looking for -- Ashley AudrainAn elegant and relentlessly twisty skewering of upper middle-class motherhood and a propulsive mystery, I was gripped by The Other Mothers and Katherine’s immersive writing -- Sarah VaughanKatherine's done it again! Anyone who enjoyed Greenwich Park will love this – maybe even more. Full of terrible people behaving terribly, it's such a compelling story. I read it in one sitting last night – extremely gripping. It filled me with immense relief that my children are now in their later teenage years and that I never have to deal with this again -- Harriet TyceAs addictive as it gets! * Fabulous magazine *Glossy, privileged mummy posse - appalling humans, obviously - dead nanny, struggling, unglossy journalist trying to make sense of it all. I read this brilliantly plotted, brilliantly observed thriller in one sitting, and then thanked the Lord for no longer being the parent of a school-aged child. So good -- India Knight, Sunday Times MagazineA page-turner about the dark secrets that lie behind the seemingly perfect facades of young mothers * Cosmopolitan *Next-level mum noir, The Other Mothers is a brilliant portrayal of the complexities of parenthood, work and - oh yes - murder. Smart, tense and gripping. Loved it! -- Ellery LloydFans of Motherland will love the observations in this twisty, one-sitting read * Woman & Home *A wry and tightly plotted look at parent cliques, playgroup angst and when mum-life turns sour … The Other Mothers is Big Little Lies meets Silent Witness. I loved it! -- Harriet WalkerWonderful sense of growing dread in the dark side of motherland -- Fiona BartonThe Other Mothers is not only a sharp, fabulously pacy thriller, but also a biting commentary on the demands (and consequences) of a certain kind of performative parenting. I finished it in one sitting, captured by Faulkner’s compelling characters and gripping plot, and the ending provided a truly satisfying twist! A sinister window into the darker side of motherhood, you’ll never look at playgroup parents quite the same… -- Kate Collins, author of A Good House for ChildrenThe Other Mothers is brilliant! Such a fast-paced, twisty story that takes you in completely unexpected directions. I read this in one sitting and adored every page. Katherine Faulkner's first novel was fantastic, but this is another step up. The characters are wonderfully vivid and Faulkner captures the worlds of both journalism and motherhood perfectly. She also nails the moment when they both start going wrong -- Holly WattFans of TV’s Motherland will love this twisty read * Woman's Weekly *Grips to the end * Crime Monthly *Smart, slick and utterly captivating; The Other Mothers reeled me in with its wonderfully intricate plot and brilliant cast of characters. Highly recommended -- Sarah Bonner, author of Her Perfect TwinA highly addictive and whip-smart tale, The Other Mothers strips the surface from Insta-perfect lives to reveal a deeply unsettling reality. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough! -- Teresa DriscollA delicious peek behind the curtain of London’s yummy mummies, a world of bi-fold doors and dark secrets, Sweaty Betty leggings and suspicious deaths. The characters leap off the page -- Amanda ReynoldsThe Other Mothers is a first-class thriller, with taut prose, gasp-worthy twists and characters you’ll love to hate. Faulkner has done it again - fans of Greenwich Park won’t be disappointed -- Robin Morgan-BentleyThe Other Mothers is my favourite version of this genre: smart, well-written and thoughtful, so that you feel like you get two books in one. Firstly, a brilliant exploration of class, motherhood and identity and secondly, a thriller that will keep you page turning way into the night -- Caroline CorcoranThrough many twists and turns this book keeps you guessing up to the very end. A riveting read -- Muddy StilettosPraise for Greenwich Park: Deliciously dark and deftly plotted. Faulkner mines the seam of guilt beneath her characters "perfect" lives with devastating precision -- Lesley Kara, author of 'The Rumour'Praise for Greenwich Park: 'Faulkner offers a clever spin on psychological thrillers set during maternity leave … A twisty, fast-paced read’ * Sunday Times *Praise for Greenwich Park: Do not read this book if you have anything important you need to get done! Fast-paced, twisty and with wonderfully complex and believable characters, it had me gripped to the last page -- Clare Pooley, author of 'The Authenticity Project' and ''The People on Platform 5'A gripping story full of fascinating characters * My Weekly *

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Book Synopsis'A real page-turner' – Ian RankinThe Party House by Lin Anderson is a deeply atmospheric psychological thriller set in the Scottish Highlands, for fans of Lucy Foley and Ruth Ware.Devastated by a recent pandemic brought in by outsiders, the villagers of Blackrig in the Scottish Highlands are outraged when they find that the nearby estate plans to reopen its luxury ‘party house’ to tourists.As animosity sparks in the community, a group of locals take action. By the end of the night, the house hot tub has been smashed to pieces and, in the ensuing chaos, the body of a young woman is found in the foundations. Seventeen-year-old Ailsa Cummings went missing five years ago, never to be seen again. Until now.The excavation of Ailsa’s remains reignites old suspicions towards the men of this small community, including Greg, the estate’s gamekeeper. He is loath to discuss old wounds, but Greg's new lover, Joanne, is frightened by his reaction to the missing girl’s discovery. Joanne begins to doubt how well she knows this new man in her life. Then again, he’s not the only one with secrets in their volatile relationship . . .'Lin's first standalone sees her expertly mix psychological thrills with a perplexing mystery simmering in a small community. It has all the ingredients of a hit to stand alongside her Rhona MacLeod series' – Douglas Skelton, author of The Blood is Still Trade ReviewA real page-turner -- Ian RankinLin Anderson is one of Scotland’s national treasures -- Stuart MacBride, author of Cold GraniteA cleverly crafted nail-biter with spectacular suspense. An all-consuming, one-sit read that I absolutely loved. Brilliant book -- Helen Fields, author of One for SorrowAn engrossing Highland tale, with layer upon layer of intrigue, skilfully drip-fed by a classy writer -- Mari Hannah, author of The Murder WallAs dark, mysterious and intriguing as the Highland landscape the book is set in, Lin has created a taut, twisting tale where secrets refuse to stay buried and the past haunts every page -- Morgan Cry, author of Thirty-One BonesLin's first standalone sees her expertly mix psychological thrills with a perplexing mystery simmering in a small community. It has all the ingredients of a hit to stand alongside her Rhona MacLeod series -- Douglas Skelton, author of The Blood is Still

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Book SynopsisWELCOME TO THE ANCHORAGE, FOR A HONEYMOON YOU'LL NEVER FORGET . . .Charles and Grace wanted a quiet staycation honeymoon, but when their train terminates early due to a storm up ahead, they wonder if they made the wrong decision. Forced to take shelter in the nearest seaside town, Saltwater, they discover that there is only one guesthouse left. Unlike the rest of Saltwater, The Anchorage is entirely deserted. That night, with the storm howling relentlessly, Grace is woken by a child crying. She is haunted by the sound, until Charles convinces her it was only her imagination. But the next day, she finds a warning scrawled in the guest book: Leave now. Do not trust them. As the storm rages on, phone lines are down, transport links cut off. Grace is desperate to leave, but Charles remains unaffected by the eerie stillness of the house. Is it just Grace's imagination or do the owners, and Charles, have something to hide?THANK YOU FOR STAYING AT THE ANCHORAGE. WE HOPE YOU'LL BE BACK SOON...Perfect for fans of Harriet Tyce, Lisa Jewell and Ruth Ware._________________READERS LOVE THE GUEST BOOK:'An excellent electrifying thriller... Dark and pacy. I loved it''A scary thriller, perfect for the winter months... A terrific read!''I had to read this in one sitting and still wanted more. The ending is amazing''So well written, the story jumps straight in from the first page and doesn't let up until the very end. 'Atmospheric, claustrophobic and creepy. A great read for this time of year when the nights are drawing in'

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Book SynopsisThe mysterious stranger seems perfect. But nobody knows who she is and what she has been compelled to do to survive. The addictive new psychological thriller from bestselling crime writer, Tony Parsons.‘Vividly drawn and utterly engrossing’ Tom Hindle'Gripping and beautifully written, with atmosphere you could cut with a knife' Alex Michaelides'A cracking story ... keeps you hooked to the last page.' Heidi Perks___________A bonfire burns on a Cornish beach in the middle of the night.Nearby, a young woman waits for morning, and for the estate agent to arrive with the keys to her new life in the peaceful fishing village.She carries with her no trace of her previous life or the past she has left behind.Quickly she becomes an object of fascination among the locals; one in particular finds that he is falling in love with her.But can anyone really have a new life?What happened to this woman's old life?And what price did she pay to escape it?When secrets long buried explode into the light, they will change the lives of everyone around her.___________Readers can't get enough of Who She Was . . .***** 'I read this book within 24 hrs of receiving. That's how good it is.'***** 'What a perfect book to discuss at a book club.'***** 'This is an absolutely beautiful book. Atmospheric doesn't even begin to describe the writing.'***** 'Wonderful characterization and a captivating novel.'***** 'Wow, what a great book! I loved everything about it. I haven't read Tony Parson's books for a while, and I now feel like I've missed out on some great reads.'___________More love for Who She Was . . .‘…an intriguing Du Maurier-ish Cornwall mystery… a story of twists and turns’ Peterborough Telegraph‘Quite possibly his most assured outing yet.’ Crime Time'Grabs the reader and doesn't let go' Shots Magazine'Clever, tricky stuff' Saga‘It’s a brilliant book’ Piers Morgan

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Book SynopsisBeauty. Wealth. Success.She's got it all.And it all should've been mine.'A stunning achievement! Beautifully plotted story with characters that left a mark' Samantha Downing, author of #1 bestseller, My Lovely WifeWhen Eleanor Hardwicke's beloved father dies, her world is further shattered by the discovery of a gut-wrenching secret: the man she's grieving isn't her biological dad.With her personal life spiraling, a desperate Eleanor seeks out the family she never knew she had, finding an infuriatingly enviable half-sister.Perfectly perfect Victoria has everything Eleanor could ever dream of. Loving childhood, luxury home, devoted husband. And this gets Eleanor thinking - aren't good sisters supposed to share?PRAISE FOR SISTER DEAR'Sister Dear drew me in, had me hooked and I was never really sure what to expect or who to trust. I thought it was dark, twisty, compelling and also heartbreaking. Unputdownable.Karen Hamilton, bestselling author of The Perfect Girlfriend'Loss, love, revenge, buried secrets and greed add up to make Sister Dear an electrifying read. If you think you know where this story is headed, watch out. Hannah Mary McKinnon has a few tricks up her sleeve. A must read!'Mary Kubica, New York Times bestselling author of The Good Girl and The Other Mrs'A grieving daughter, a jealous sister - nothing is as it seems in Hannah Mary McKinnon's latest slow-burn suspense, Sister Dear. This one creeps up the back of your neck then explodes into an ending that I guarantee you won't soon forget. Smart, addictive, and genuinely surprising'Kimberly Belle, bestselling author of The Marriage Lie and Dear WifeTrade ReviewSISTER DEAR is a sinister adventure into a labyrinth of family secrets and lies * Amy Impellizzeri, award-winning author of Why We Lie *Sinister, simmering, cinematic - and absolutely riveting. The oh-so-talented Hannah Mary McKinnon skillfully and cleverly twists and turns this unstoppable story of envy and obsession - and powers it to a gasp-worthy conclusion. Wow - standing ovation! * Hank Phillippi Ryan, bestselling author of The Murder List *SISTER DEAR is as unexpected as it is thought provoking. It's a story about the meaning of family, the corruption of wealth, and the needs inside us that sneak up and take over our lives. The twisty ending was well paved and clever, but also a testament to McKinnon's uncanny insight into family relationships. This is domestic noir that should be at the top of your list * Wendy Walker, bestselling author of The Night Before *As layered as puff pastry, and just as delightful, SISTER DEAR is an altogether unpredictable and surprising read. What begins as a slow-burn exploration of love, loss and grief shifts about midway through into a dark and twisted tale of secrets and revenge. These are some of the most wicked characters I've read in a long time, where deception is the standard and nothing is as it seems. If you think you know what will happen, guess again, because the final outcome is so profoundly shocking, the twist so unexpected, I didn't see it coming. A wickedly dark and addictive read following themes of good and bad, and asking if good always triumphs * Christina McDonald, bestselling author of The Night Olivia Fell *I love it when books convince you of the path, and you're so certain of how it's going to end . . . but I was completely wrong! And that was brilliant! You won't see it coming but it leaves you feeling satisfyingly on edge * WW Magazine *

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***SHORTLISTED FOR THE SCOTTISH FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR***'This horrendously claustrophobic, utterly absorbing debut. The fiercely controlled narrative beautifully translates the horrendous grip of dismal routines and tiny, stolen pleasures' DAILY MAIL'There are shades of George Orwell in this stunning writing debut, but Rachelle Atalla's voice is highly original. And wholly her own' THE HERALD'A compulsive, claustrophobic but wonderfully compassionate read, beautifully written and set within a brilliantly realised world. Rachelle Atalla is a major talent and I can't wait to see where her mind goes next' KIRSTIN INNES, AUTHOR OF SCABBY QUEEN'Atalla's speculative literary thriller debut draws you in with its mounting sense of tension, disquiet and desperation' CULTUREFLYTHE BUNKER IS DESIGNED TO KEEP THEM ALL SAFE. In the end, very few people made it to the bunker. Now they wait there for the outside world to heal. Wolfe is one of the lucky ones. She's safe and employed as the bunker's pharmacist, doling out medicine under the watchful eye of their increasingly erratic and paranoid leader.BUT IS IT THE PLACE OF GREATEST DANGER? But when the leader starts to ask things of Wolfe, favours she can hardly say no to, it seems her luck is running out. Forming an unlikely alliance with the young Doctor Stirling, her troubled assistant Levitt, and Canavan - a tattooed giant of a man who's purpose in the bunker is a mystery - Wolfe must navigate the powder keg of life underground where one misstep will light the fuse. The walls that keep her safe also have her trapped.How much more is Wolfe willing to give to stay alive?Beautifully written and utterly gripping, The Pharmacist will be a guaranteed conversation starter when it is published.'An unflinching portrayal of what we might all be capable of, Atalla's stunning debut is essential reading for our times' HELEN SEDGWICK'Though set in a speculative future, The Pharmacist is very much a book for our own broken times. Its story grips and never lets go, unflinching in its portrayal of abused power, moral confusion and betrayal, but also fully alive to the redemptive possibilities of compassion, resistance and love. This is a powerful and memorable debut from an exciting new voice' WAYNE PRICE'A triumph of a book. Character-led but taut and purposeful with action' LIAM MURRAY BELL

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Book Synopsis'SINISTER AND WONDERFULLY ATMOSPHERIC' B A PARIS 'TO BE READ IN A SINGLE SITTING, WITH THE LIGHTS ON' JOHN CONNOLLYBeth Sheehan thought planning a future with her boyfriend Jason would be the answer to her problems. Now in her twenties, her wild ways have left her increasingly lonely, and Jason signals the promise of stability she's never had.When an opportunity arises that will help them secure their dream home, he convinces Beth to grab it. It will only be a few months before he can join her to house-sit, rent-free, in a remote new build out of town.But something desperate lurks at the heart of the estate. Strange things are happening and, as Beth's drinking worsens, new friends turn out to be prospective enemies. In a place where secrets abound, the most chilling one of all is about to be revealed . . .A taut psychological crime thriller by a bright new talent, in which a change for the better turns into a nightmare of uncertainty.'EERIE AND COMPULSIVE - ONCE I STARTED READING IT I COULDN'T STOP.' ANDREA CARTERTrade ReviewA tense, atmospheric tale of fear and isolation - to be read in a single sitting, with the lights on * John Connolly *Sinister and wonderfully atmospheric. The Estate will keep you reading until the early hours * BA Paris *Eerie and compulsive - once I started reading it I couldn't stop * Andrea Carter *Liza Costello's sinister thriller The Estate ... will have you on the edge of your seat. ... In a wonderfully nuanced piece of writing, the reader must read between the lines * Irish Independent *Brilliant suspense-building ... excellent world-building and characters. The Estate frames the recession of 13 years ago as a monstrous thing, and it's impossible not to feel its resonance in the crises of today. ... It manages to tackle difficult topics - addiction, poverty, abuse - with grace * Sunday Business Post *Liza Costello is a talented new voice on the Irish psychological thriller scene. ... Costello very much succeeds in ensuring that a dark and eerie undercurrent pervades this entire book right until the last page * Sunday Independent *Costello creates a brilliantly creepy world in a cul-de-sac * The Gloss *A truly thrilling and uncertain narrative * Irish Independent *What I most enjoyed about The Estate is how it highlights what desperation will drive a person to. How far a person will go to feel loved * All About Books, Dublin City FM *A brooding, suspenseful cracker of a debut * Westmeath Independent *A twisty tale full of family secrets * The Examiner *

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Book SynopsisHe loved her. He lost her. But he should never have written her off.'Birthday Girl is a real treat of a book, beautifully written and perfectly paced, slowly revealing secret after secret until you're not sure of anything anymore - only that you have to keep reading' - Elly Griffiths, author of The Ruth Galloway NovelsJonathan's wife disappeared more than twenty years ago. Now he's seeing her everywhere . . .New York in the 1990s - impoverished writer Jonathan Dainty takes his wife Maddie out to the beach for her birthday. Hours later he finds himself at the local police precinct trying to explain how on earth he let his wife get into a stranger's car, and allowed it to drive her away.More than twenty years later, Maddie is presumed dead and Jonathan has channelled his grief into a best-selling series of crime novels. As far as he can, he is living the perfect life.Then one day he catches a glimpse of his dead wife, moving through a throng of people. Is Maddie alive? Has she come back? And why does no one believe him? As Jonathan attempts to uncover the truth, it soon becomes clear that the people closest to him are hiding something, something that could change everything . . .The propulsive thriller from debut talent Niko Wolf, perfect for fans of Gone Girl and Blood OrangeTrade ReviewA sleek, suspenseful story with characters so real you could reach out and touch them and a deliciously sharp sting in its tail -- C.L. Pattison, author of The Guest BookBirthday Girl is dark and fiendishly compelling, slowly revealing secret after secret until you're not sure of anything anymore - only that you have to keep reading -- Elly Griffiths, author of The Ruth Galloway NovelsWhat a read! An absorbing and complex thriller that will keep you guessing until the last shocking reveal -- Sophie Flynn, author of All My LiesA wonderfully taut and tense exploration of success in the face of trauma, Birthday Girl is a hugely compelling and thoroughly twisted tale . Masterfully written, this novel will reel you in and hold you enthralled as the layers of story are revealed -- Sarah Bonner, author of Her Perfect TwinAn unusual plot line and a terrific ending mark Wolf out as one to watch for the future... Her psychological grasp of what drives Dainty and how he deals with his grief is particularly convincing * The Daily Mail *An utterly captivating, sinister tale * Woman's Own *This intricate mystery ticks along with the smooth precision of a Swiss watch [ . . . ] The truth in the twist will take your breath away * Peterborough Telegraph *Wolf is a screenwriter and the book has a tightly honed cinematic structure as it moves fluently between present and past * The Irish Times *

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Book SynopsisTHE THRILLER THAT EVERYONE IS RAVING ABOUT THIS SUMMER'Absolutely show-stopping' JANICE HALLETT'Unputdownable' SOPHIE HANNAH'So intense! So gripping!' B.P. WALTER'A tour-de-force' CHRIS WHITAKER'Wow!' CHRISTINA DALCHER'Enthralling and incredibly clever' C.J. TUDOR'Blew my mind' JANE CORRY'A drop-the-book twist' TAMMY COHENYOU KNOW HOW THIS STORY BEGINS. Once upon a time, there was a writer named Fern. She was a bestseller. An award-winner. Loved by readers and critics alike. With her words, she changed the world.Until her story took a turn. Now Fern is a cleaner in a hospital. Condemned to anonymity. Because reading books is now a crime. Only, Fern doesn't plan on going down without a fight. She'll keep writing, no matter the consequences. She will make her voice heard. Because Fern's story is only beginning. BUT CAN YOU GUESS HOW IT WILL END?A white-knuckle ride of a thriller set in an all-too-believable near-future with a shocking twist, perfect for fans of Gillian McAllister and Catriona Ward.___________________READERS LOVE END OF STORY . . .'It's actually hard to find words for how brilliant End of Story is' NETGALLEY REVIEWER, 5*'What a fantastic book, I really didn't see the twist coming but oh my gosh!' NETGALLEY REVIEWER, 5*'Without question one of my books of the year' NETGALLEY REVIEWER, 5*'I'm a bit flabbergasted after reading this. It wasn't what I was expecting; it was so much more' NETGALLEY REVIEWER, 5*'Wow, what have I just read? I honestly could not put this book down, I read it in one sitting.' NETGALLEY REVIEWER, 5*Trade ReviewAs much a ride as a read, this tense, paranoid thriller expands into something absolutely show-stopping. End of Story is a rare find indeed! Louise Swanson takes every expectation and defies it - to tell a breath-taking tale of humanity and redemption. -- Janice HallettWow. Swanson gives us what few writers can- a thriller with heart. END OF STORY will undoubtedly be the hit of 2023! -- Christina DalcherA vast, playful, ingenious piece of literary legerdemain . . . It's a book as much about writing as about loss and hope . . . but Louise Swanson takes that idea to audacious extremes, finding real soul amongst the dream logic and textural trickery . . . Read it and make your own mind up, because the ride is certainly fun * SFX *An unforgettable tour-de-force. Imaginative, terrifying, beautiful. Do not miss this one -- Chris WhitakerAbsolutely enthralling, incredibly clever, brutal and heartbreaking. This deserves to be the book everyone is talking about in 2023. I loved it. -- C.J. TudorThis dystopia is as disturbing as it is fascinating -- Deirdre O'Brien * Best *This richly imagined dystopian novel is an unsettling read * Woman's Own *A compelling slice of chilling dystopia * Heat *Unsettling, twisty, emotional, and so expertly written that you live every dark, discomforting moment with its protagonist. Not just a highlight of March, expect this book to be a highlight of the year. -- CultureflyCompelling -- Crime MonthlyThis is a book about the importance of storytelling, and it's little bit magic, a little bit dark, and a lot emotional. I adored it -- Amanda ProwseInventive, original, moving. END OF STORY has a unique premise and a heart-wrenching drop-the-book twist. -- Tammy CohenThis beautifully-written book blew my mind. Takes 'What if' to a new level. -- Jane CorryA sensually startling dystopia . . . unsettling - in the best possible sense! - the novel had me hooked from start to finish. Wonderfully original. -- Susannah WiseHaunting, intriguing and dazzlingly original. This book will break your heart. -- Emma HaughtonShocking, powerful, topical, and utterly compelling. -- John MarrsA chilling and moving tale that will strike fear into the heart of every book lover. The ending blew me away. -- Mark EdwardsA shocking portrayal of a world undone. Swanson's writing is powerful and thought-provoking. A compelling read. -- Lauren NorthA compelling novel with an intriguing premise and a genuine didn't-see-it-coming twist. It made me think about how we tell stories, how we occupy them and how stories can ultimately change us. -- Araminta HallA propulsive and incredibly creepy dystopian premise - I was hooked from the outset, and every twist was perfectly executed. A fantastic thriller -- Heather DarwentAbsolutely engrossing from the first page, END OF STORY pulled me in and held me there like the best stories do. Utterly compelling, chilling, and heartbreaking, Louise Swanson has achieved something very rare and very special with this book, it'll stay with me for a long time. I loved it. -- Beth LewisA masterpiece of storytelling, with a plot that relentlessly draws you in, and then twists and evolves into something utterly unexpected. Wrapped in one of the most original and deeply-realised storylines I have read in a long time, this genre-blending book hits breathtaking new heights in contemporary fiction -- Philippa EastJust finished this and oh wow... I could not put it down! Intriguing, captivating and utterly heartbreaking - such a brilliant book. -- Susi HollidayEnd of Story is an infusion of dystopia and very real magic. It reaches straight for your heart, cast in a velvet glove and tears it out in an iron fist. Thunderous devastating. I loved every minute of it. -- Matt WesolowskiSimply devastatingly good - I may need some time to recover -- Claire AllanA story that shocks, enchants and terrifies, End of Story lures you in to its darkly captivating world then rips the rug out from under you and breaks your heart. Loved it. -- Eve SmithPowerful and thought-provoking and quite unlike anything I've read before. Louise Beech is a fearless writer -- Laura PearsonCompelling and engrossing dystopian fiction, with much food for thought -- S.E. LynesA terrifying portrait of a near future . . . Both thought-provoking and heartfelt, END OF STORY is a unique dystopian mystery about human connection amidst automation, renewal amidst defeat, and the power of writing -- Winnie M LiA beautifully written dystopian tale which had me enthralled from the start with its terrifying vision of a world without fiction. Hugely imaginative, original, and ultimately incredibly moving, End of Story is a wonderful book with a cast of fascinating characters. Loved it. -- Amanda JenningsA taut thriller with characters that are both heartbreakingly, and in some instances frighteningly real, and the twist at the end left me bereft, if not a little relieved. A remarkable, thought-provoking story that will stay with me for a long time. -- Eva JordanA bewitching and heartbreaking story about the power of fiction and redemption. Unlike anything else I've read - utterly breathtaking. -- Catherine CooperWill sear itself into your heart . . . A brilliant, original idea, powerfully executed and terrifyingly plausible. Prepare to be left speechless!

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Book SynopsisA dark psychological thriller with a killer twist, that has topped the bestseller charts in its native Israel*TRANSLATED BY MAN BOOKER WINNER JESSICA COHEN*Three tells the stories of three women: Orna, a divorced single-mother looking for a new relationship; Emilia, a Latvian immigrant on a spiritual search; and Ella, married and mother of three, returning to University to write her thesis. All of them will meet the same man. His name is Gil. He won't tell them the whole truth about himself - but they don't tell him everything either. Tense, twisted and surprising, Three is a daring new form of psychological thriller. It is a declaration of war against the normalisation of death and violence. Slowly but surely, you see the danger each woman walks into. What you won't see is the trap being laid - until it snaps shut.Trade ReviewThe architecture of Mishani's new book is meticulously crafted, the tension builds up step by step as a result of the fatal choices the protagonists make. With huge talent Mishani shows the normality of everyday life in Israel as a fertile ground for pure evil . . . A sophisticated literary machine, Three is a work written like a Shakespearean play . . . I believe it'll be remembered as a work that heralded a new-wave in Israeli fiction just as My Michael by Amos Oz did a few decades ago * Haaretz, Israel *Dror Mishani writes with profound originality * Henning Mankell *Dror Mishani has reached the world league of crime fiction * Die Zeit, Germany *Dror Mishani marvellously handles the art of suspense * Les Echos, France *Dror Mishani is one of the greatest new writers in the genre * Politiken, Denmark *A psychological drama that goes far beyond the standard thriller plot * Wprost, Poland *Three is an outstanding thriller. From the first page, Mishani's addictive prose begins its work, drawing you into a devious plot where life, fate and murder intertwine. A steady hand, immersive writing and masterful storytelling. This is suspense at its best -- Olivia Kiernan, author of * Too Close to Breathe *Superb, the way darkness snakes its way into these apparently humdrum lives. A book with killer twists that are impossible to see coming, but utterly convincing.The pay-off for the reader is fantastic -- Willam Shaw, author of * Deadland *In three parts, there are very effectful plot twists just when you expect them least.Psychologically sophisticated suspense and three touching and subtle portraits of women -- Dagmar Kaindl * BuchKultur *I was nailed to this story. In serene, almost transparent prose Mishani leads us into a devilish underworld of other minds, where real and imaginary collide and answers cannot be guessed but we desperately want them, right to the end. Riveting and masterly -- Polly Clark, author of * Larchfield *A masterpiece that - on quiet paws - evokes more insight than some of the many editorials * WDR Radio, BOOK OF THE WEEK *Dror Mishani is the undisputable spiritual heir to George Simenon * Le Monde *The characters and mood of this intriguing page-turner remain with the reader long after the last page. * The Lady *an utterly convincing and utterly compelling exercise in Highsmithian horror * The Times *A Tel-Aviv-set psychological thriller . . . with surprise after surprise stored up its clever sleeve, Dror Mishani's stand-alone serial killer tale . . . with a difference evokes both Patricia Highsmith and the quiet desperation of some of Simenon's non-Maigret novels * Crime Time *

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Book Synopsis "An absolutely prime slice of Scandicrime . . . the writer channels her professional expertise into a noteworthy domestic thriller" Barry Forshaw, FT"Having hit a bull's-eye with . . . The Therapist . . . Helene Flood repeats the trick with another twisty tale of domestic goings-on . . . teasing and pleasing the reader till the very last page" Sunday Times Crime Club"The Lover is taut, clever and irresistible" Anna Bailey"A wonderful storyteller" Chris WhitakerIs it worse to deceive to your husband or the police?Rikke is lying to them both.But how many lies can she get away with?When her upstairs neighbour Jørgen is found murdered, she's questioned alongside her husband. How can she admit that she and Jørgen were having an affair? Or explain to the police the complexity of her feelings? The hint of relief that he's dead. And what would they say if they knew she used a spare key to enter his apartment the morning after he was killed?Rikke knows she can't hide the evidence of the affair from the police. And if she's caught in her lie, suspicion will turn to her. With her perfect family life threatening to unravel, Rikke realises that finding the killer is the only way to put herself in the clear. So long as the killer doesn't get to her first.Praise for The Therapist"Creepy, compelling and very well written" Harriet Tyce"Wonderfully creepy, twisty and compelling" Karen Hamilton"Masterfully paced and hauntingly written" Anna Bailey"Gets under your skin" Jo Spain"I couldn't put it down" Sarah Ward"A marvellously assured debut thriller" Irish Times."A striking debut" SpectatorTranslated from the Norwegian by Alison McCulloughTrade ReviewAn absolutely prime slice of Scandicrime . . . the writer channels her professional expertise into a noteworthy domestic thriller -- Barry Forshaw * FT *Having hit a bull's-eye with . . . The Therapist . . . Helene Flood repeats the trick with another twisty tale of domestic goings-on . . . teasing and pleasing the reader till the very last page * Sunday Times Crime Club *The joy of the book is the vivid variety of characters, and the cynicism with which Flood dissects the sad illusions of married life -- A.N. Wilson

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Book SynopsisTHE MIND-BENDING NEW THRILLER FROM THE NO.1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF DEAR CHILD'Hausmann's novel has the feel of a nightmare, unfolding at breakneck speed' SUNDAY TIMESIt's been years since Nadja Kulka was convicted of a cruel crime. After being released from prison, she's wanted nothing more than to live a normal life: nice flat, steady job, even a few friends. But when one of those friends, Laura von Hoven - free-spirited beauty and wife of Nadja's boss - kills her lover and begs Nadja for her help, Nadja can't seem to be able to refuse. The two women make for a remote house in the woods, the perfect place to bury a body. But their plan quickly falls apart and Nadja finds herself outplayed, a pawn in a bizarre game in which she is both the perfect victim and the perfect murderer . . . Dark secrets past and present collide in this haunting novel of guilt and retribution from the internationally bestselling author of Dear Child.PRAISE FOR ROMY HAUSMANN:'Chilling' People Magazine'[A] tantalizingly disturbing debut . . . As enthralling as it is thought-provoking' New York Times'Hausmann is a force to be reckoned with. You can't stop reading' David Baldacci'Deliciously dark' Alice Feeney'Very compelling' Peter James'Disturbingly good' Lesley KaraTrade ReviewHausmann's novel has the feel of a nightmare, unfolding at breakneck speed and exposing the terrifying vulnerability of a woman who wants nothing more than to be loved * Sunday Times *Dear Child is an accomplished thriller, beautifully written, intriguing and very compelling * Peter James *I read Dear Child in one sitting, holding my breath. Such a gripping, suspenseful and beautifully written debut. I loved it! * Jo Spain, author of The Confession *German bestseller Dear Child by Romy Hausmann is tipped to be one of the UK's must-reads of the summer * S Magazine *One of the best thrillers I've read this year. Flawlessly plotted with a pace that refuses to let the reader come up for air - not that you'd want to * Stephanie Wrobel, author of The Recovery of Rose Gold *Wow! Such a disturbingly good read. Romy's knack of getting under a character's skin is impressive. I loved it * Lesley Kara, author of The Rumour *If you read only one thriller this year, choose this one. Room meets Gone Girl in this gripping novel, which will haunt you long after the last page * Alice Feeney, author of Sometimes I Lie *

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