Psychological thriller

Book Synopsis*Winner of the 2017 Bram Stoker Award for Best Novel*New York Times bestselling author Christopher Golden''s writing is ''the real deal'' (Stephen King) and this heart-pounding supernatural thriller will thrill and fascinate in equal measure. ''Golden puts it all together with tremendous skill and a gleeful relish'' - Financial TimesMeryam and Adam take risks for a living. But neither is prepared for what lies in the legendary heights of Mount Ararat, Turkey. First to reach a massive cave revealed by an avalanche, they discover the hole in the mountain''s heart is really an ancient ship, buried in time. A relic that some fervently believe is Noah''s Ark. Deep in its recesses stands a coffin inscribed with mysterious symbols that no one in their team of scholars, archaeologists and filmmakers can identify. Inside is a twisted, horned cadaver. Outside a storm threatens to break. As terror begins to iTrade ReviewGolden seizes your heart in his hands -- Chuck WendigA claustrophobic snowstorm that will leave you terrified -- Sarah Pinborough, author of BEHIND HER EYESGolden puts it all together with tremendous skill and a gleeful relish * Financial Times *A clever, original, and macabre re-imagining of one the world's oldest stories -- Paul Tremblay, author of A HEAD FULL OF GHOSTSChristopher Golden's masterpiece...I loved it! -- Brian KeeneIf ever we could use a story that reminds us that we're together, a singular race, in religion and gender, that time is now. Bravo, Christopher Golden for sewing such enormous themes into a nail-biting, exhilarating book -- Josh MalermanThis is the Lovecraftian horror, mountaineering, 1970s-style paranoia, theologically philosophical, paranormal, satanic love story I've been waiting for -- Chelsea CainExceptional * Publishers Weekly Starred Review *If ever we could use a story that reminds us that we're together, a singular race, in religion and gender, that time is now. Bravo, Christopher Golden for sewing such enormous themes into a nail-biting, exhilarating book -- Josh Malerman, author of BIRD BOXA thriller with an intellectual bent, Golden's latest effort ruminates on the nature and existence of good and evil while providing the chills and tingles fans of this prolific author have come to expect * Kirkus *Christopher Golden always produces first rate, solidly entertaining fiction and Ararat is no exception... You just can't beat shoving a group of people into a highly stressful situation, turning the screws and watching them all squirm * The Eloquent Page *A very well-written, satisfying, frightening, chilly and gory horror extravaganza * For Winter Nights *Like Michael Crichton or Dan Brown, Christopher Golden is an expert at the high-concept rollercoaster thriller...a master class in pacing...a new jewel in horror-adventure fiction. This is a gateway novel - something you can give to friends who are swamped in legal thrillers or cop thrillers... give them Ararat and it should be easy to pull new readers to the dark side * This Is Horror *Masterful high-energy horror writing from an author at the top of his game * Starburst *Oh boy, this book. Intense and exciting and so, so immersive * Dual Reads *Atmospheric and truly chilling * The Tattooed Book Geek *

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Book Synopsis'Dark, funny, well-plotted, sinister. Superb' WILL DEAN*********Guilt lies close to home . . .In the exclusive gated community of Withered Vale, people's lives appear as perfect as their beautifully manicured lawns. Money, success, privilege - the residents have it all. Life is good.There's just one problem.Olive Collins' dead body has been rotting inside number four for the last three months. Her neighbours say they're shocked at the discovery but nobody thought to check on her when she vanished from sight.The police start to ask questions and the seemingly flawless façade begins to crack. Because, when it comes to Olive's neighbours, it seems each of them has something to hide, something to lose and everything to gain from her death.*********PRAISE FOR JO SPAIN'Loved, loved, loved' Caz Frear'Sensational' Chris Whitaker'I absolutely loved it' Liz Nugent'You certainly look at your neighbours with fresh eyes after reading this' YoursTrade ReviewAn engrossing and compelling story that will have you reading well into the night as you keep telling yourself, "just one more chapter" * My Weekly *A fabulously entertaining whodunit, with a sly wit and a wonderful detective duo * Sunday Mirror *Fans of Desperate Housewives will love this . . . a real page-turner * Woman's Weekly *Wonderfully drawn characters and more secrets and motives than you can shake a stick at. Loved, loved, loved * Caz Frear, author of Sweet Little Lies *Irish crime fiction's current hot-ticket... busy, imaginative, cleverly structured and zippily-paced * Irish Independent *Dark, funny, well-plotted, sinister. Superb * Will Dean, author of Dark Pines *[An] Agatha Christie-esque and emotion-charged locked-estate mystery * Sunday Sport *[A] sophisticated new crime novel * Sunday Times *It's a winning combination of locked room (or in this case locked estate) mystery and incisive social commentary * Sinead Crowley, author of One Bad Turn *This is a winner in my book * Woman’s Way, Book of the Week *Spain conjures up a brilliant setting for this murder mystery, with a fantastically imagined cast of characters * Emily Koch, author of If I Die Before I Wake *She's absolutely hit her stride * Books Ireland *A book to sink into with a cast of characters you'll genuinely care about... completely memorable... a gorgeous read * Dervla McTiernan *Dirty Little Secrets has got a real touch of Murder on the Orient Express about it - a closed room mystery filled with nasty people and abundant motives. A real page-turner * Araminta Hall, author of Our Kind of Cruelty *Sensational. . . taut and claustrophobic, wickedly plotted and laced with the kind of dark humour that lifts Jo Spain to the top of my reading pile every single time * Chris Whitaker, author of Tall Oaks *Loved it! Fabulous characters, superbly written, twists, turns & ends with a punch * Amanda Jennings, author of The Cliff House *An intriguing Rubik's Cube of a book that kept me turning the pages to get to the truth. So well plotted and beautifully written. I absolutely loved it * Liz Nugent, author of Unravelling Oliver *Has you addicted from the very first page. I found it impossible to put down * Michelle Frances, author of The Girlfriend *Enthralling - Spain dissects her characters' secrets with razor-sharp precision * JP Delaney, author of The Girl Before *Try if you liked Our House by Louise Candlish . . . a very intelligent whodunnit * Best *Deliberately evocative of classic Golden Age mysteries... the novel is deliciously cynical in tone * Irish Times *You certainly look at your neighbours with fresh eyes after reading this * Yours *

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Book Synopsis‘He did kill. Kill and kill and kill.’  Tess’s number one priority has always been her three-year-old daughter Poppy. But splitting up with Poppy’s father Jason means that she cannot always be there to keep her daughter safe.   When she finds a disturbing drawing, dark and menacing, among her daughter’s brightly coloured paintings, Tess is convinced that Poppy has witnessed something terrible. Something that her young mind is struggling to put into words.   But no one will listen. It’s only a child’s drawing, isn’t it?  Tess will protect Poppy, whatever the price. But when she doesn’t know what, or who, she is protecting her from, how can she possibly know who to trust . . . ?   ‘An intense, brilliantly crafted thriller that hums with menace from start to finish' TM Logan, Trade Review'I love Nicci French’s books, and with The Unheard they are right at the top of their game. Few crime writers can match their psychological acuity, of their ability to lead a reader through dizzying plot twists without ever losing pace. It’s an absolute masterclass of crime writing' -- Kate Rhodes, author of the Locked-Island Mystery series‘What an intriguing, compelling page-turner. I ate it up in two days’ -- Liz Nugent, author of Our Little Cruelties

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller Damaged, the gripping story of a woman caught in a horrific cycle of abuse - and the desperate lengths she must go to, to escape.When Aisha spots an ad for a ''personal introductory service for professionals'' in the newspaper, she could never have guessed it would lead to such a perfect marriage. But you should be careful what you wish forMark is sorry the first time he hits Aisha. His tears make her all the more determined to be a better wife; not to let herself down again. But however hard Aisha tries, she can''t live up to Mark''s impossible expectations or escape his terrifying, violent temper. Soon she is trapped in a cycle of horrific abuse and imprisonment. And with two young children to protect, Aisha must draw on what strength she has left to find an escape.What follows is something so devastating it plunges Aisha into her darkest days yet. Is the price she must pay for freedom too high?Trade ReviewReviews for The Girl in the Mirror ‘A moving read that Cathy Glass fans will devour.’ The Sun Reviews for Damaged 'Cannot fail to move those who read it.' Adoption-net 'Heartbreaking.' The Mirror 'A truly harrowing read that made me cry.' The Sun 'A true tale of hope. ****.' OK! 'Foster carers rarely get the praise they deserve, but Cathy Glass's book should change all that.****' First Magazine 'A hugely touching and emotional true tale.' Star Magazine

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Book SynopsisIn this special 20th anniversary edition, Lee Child introduces the Gold Dagger award-winning serial killer thriller that began the Number One bestselling crime series featuring clinical psychologist Dr Tony Hill, hero of TV's much-loved Wire in the Blood.You always remember the first time. Isn't that what they say about sex? How much more true it is of murderUp till now, the only serial killers Tony Hill had encountered were safely behind bars. This one's different this one's on the loose.Four men have been found mutilated and tortured. As fear grips the city, the police turn to clinical psychologist Tony Hill for a profile of the killer. But soon Tony becomes the unsuspecting target in a battle of wits and wills where he has to use every ounce of his professional nerve to survive.A tense, beautifully written psychological thriller, The Mermaids Singing explores the tormented mind of a serial killer unlike any the world of fiction has ever seen.Trade Review'Compelling and shocking', Minette Walters 'Terrifying but stylish, cruel and compassionate. Truly, horribly good' Frances Fyfield , Mail on Sunday 'Gripping, intelligent stuff' The Times 'A superb psychological thriller' Cosmopolitan 'A deliciously gruesome serial killer thriller. Ms McDermid finds new ways to shock and revolt us' New York Times

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Book SynopsisFrannie O''Neill is a young and talented veterinarian living in Colorado. Devastated by the mysterious murder of her husband, David, a local doctor, Frannie throws herself into her work. It is not long before another bizarre murder occurs and Kit Harrison, a troubled and unconventional FBI agent, arrives on her doorstep. Late one night, near the woods of her animal hospital, Frannie stumbles upon a strange, astonishing phenomenon that will change the course of her life for ever . . . Her name is Max. With breathtaking energy, eleven-year-old Max leads Frannie and Kit to uncover one of the most diabolical and inhuman plots of modern science.

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Book SynopsisFrom Joyce Carol Oates, literary icon and author of BLONDE, now a major motion picture, come four psychologically daring and chillingly suspenseful stories where women face threats both past and present. A Pennsylvania academic unearths a terrifying trauma from her past after inheriting a house in Cardiff, Maine from a stranger. A lonely pubescent girl befriends a feral cat that protects her from the increasingly aggressive men that surround her. A brilliant but shy college sophomore realizes she is pregnant and, distraught, allows a distinguished visiting professor to take her under his wing. And a widower remarries, but finds his young bride haunted by his dead wife's voice dancing in the wind. 'A stylish, suspenseful quartet of novellas tinged with the supernatural.' Daily Mail Reviews for Joyce Carol Oates: 'A writer of extraordinary strengths.' Guardian 'Oates chillingly depicts the darkness lurking within the everyday.' Sunday Express 'Both haunting and sublime.' Literary Review 'Splendidly chilling.' Financial Times 'Visceral, psychologically involving, and socially astute.' BooklistTrade ReviewA splendidly chilling quartet... Oates' world is full of iniquities, and grisly ways to rectify them. But it's a world sharp with reality, for all its ghouls and sorrows * Financial Times *The admirably unflagging Oates returns with a stylish, suspenseful quartet of novellas tinged with the supernatural * Daily Mail *PRAISE FOR JOYCE CAROL OATES: 'Both haunting and sublime' Literary Review. 'An unsettling read worth every resulting jump in the night... [Oates is a] literary goddess' Daily Mail. 'As usual with Oates, it is horribly readable, but driven by something disturbingly like genuine misanthropy' Sunday Times. 'Oates chillingly depicts the darkness lurking within the everyday' Sunday Express. 'A writer of extraordinary strengths' * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisEVERYONE IS INVITED. EVERYONE MUST PLAY THE GAME.*Pre-order Don''t Look Away the latest unmissable Stephanie King thriller now!*''When I say full of twists and turns I mean it. A compulsive powerful dark read'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ READER REVIEW''My thriller of the year'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ READER REVIEW''A total delight'' Daily Mail''Takes your breath away'' Sun''A brilliant read, full of suspense'' CloserA year ago today, we all gathered for Lucas''s wedding at his glorious Cornish home overlooking the sea.But no one was married that day.Now Lucas has invited us back to celebrate the anniversary. But the anniversary of what? The wedding that never happened, or the tragedy that occurred just hours before the ceremony was due to begin?He''s told us that tonigTrade ReviewAbbott is a gifted storyteller and this book is a total delight * Daily Mail *A twisty-turny plot that had my head reeling, and my mind full of intrigue. Superb plotting from the mistress of suspense. * Mel Sherratt, bestselling author of Hush Hush *A grand re-imagining of the best kind of crime caper, filled with underlying tensions, fancy rooms and a detective hungry for answers. * Magic Radio: April Book Club Pick *Fantastic and gripping - I loved the intriguing concept and the brilliantly atmospheric Cornish setting * Karen Hamilton, bestselling author of The Perfect Girlfriend *This gallops along at a cracking pace, and manages to keep the twists and surprises coming thick and fast. * Crime Monthly *A brilliant read, full of suspense * Closer *The Murder Game plunges you slap-bang in the middle of a very dangerous game, and Abbott adds to a list of tales to take your breath away * Sun *I was hooked from the first page, it was absolutely brilliant ... The twists came so quickly I almost got whiplash -- Jenny Blackhurst * The Foster Child *I loved it! It's a breathless tour de force that left me hungry for more. I loved the strong female characters, atmospheric Cornish setting and the truly surprising ending. Psychological crime writing at its very best. -- Kate Rhodes * Crossbones Yard *Really gripping and menacing - compulsive reading -- Harriet Tyce * Blood Orange *What a storyteller Rachel Abbott is... I was hooked from the start -- Cara Hunter * Close to Home *I raced through this compelling, twisty novel. Loved it -- Laura Marshall * Friend Request *Rachel Abbott is one of my favourite authors, and I'm reminded why every time I pick up one of her books... And So It Begins is an unnerving, twisting tale that you won't be able to put down -- Caroline Mitchell * Silent Victim *A truly compelling, twisty, enthralling and satisfying read... Absolutely AMAZING! -- Angela Marsons * Evil Games *With And So It Begins, Rachael Abbott has delivered another intricately plotted thriller that never falters on tension or pace ... the suspense doesn't let up until the very last page -- Michelle Davies * Gone Astray *The definition of addictive - Rachel Abbott's best book yet. Kept me up until the small hours - and you won't see the ending coming -- Phoebe Morgan * The Doll House *The case is complex, the courtroom drama intense and the shifting perspectives successfully undermine expectation in this novel of obsession, revenge and retribution * Woman & Home *There's a clever twist, which Abbott carefully unveils... it's easy to see why readers keep coming back for this author's thrills * Observer *A Must Read * S Magazine *The queen of psychological thrillers does not disappoint with this dark and tense tale * Fabulous *Abbott's first traditionally published novel is a powerhouse combinaiton of psycological thriller and intense courtroom drama - and the twists just don't stop coming. -- Lisa Howells * Heat *Abbott debuts in print with an explosive thriller. It's a minefield of surprises ... It twists and turns like a snake in an oil slick. * Peterborough Telegraph *And So It Begins is a dark, extremely readable, well-plotted psychological thriller culminating in a courtroom drama... It's obvious why Abbott has attracted her huge audience. * The Times *If you're a fan of Gone Girl and The Girl On The Train, Rachel Abbott's And So It Begins won't disappoint ... Abbott leaves you guessing until the final few pages. * Herald *It's easy to see from this gripping story's frequent twists and bluffs, in a narrative that's rooted in psychology, how word-of-mouth recommendation from one reader to another allowed Abbott to stand out in a crowded market. * Morning Star *

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Book Synopsis**THE TOP TEN SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER**'Completely ingenious, entirely satisfying - a delight from start to finish' ALEX MICHAELIDES'BY FAR Sophie Hannah's best one yet. Relatable, funny, high concept and so satisfying I watched in awe as the pieces fell into place' GILLIAN McALLISTER'You'll love this brain-melting thriller!' FABULOUS'A wise and witty portrait of modern marriage and murder' THE TIMES'One of the best crime writers current working' THE SCOTSMANSIX COUPLES. ONE LUXURY RESORT. THE PERFECT MURDER . . .A dream honeymoon...You've madly in love, newly married and at an exclusive resort.A nightmare dinner ...You receive a note warning you to 'Beware of the couple at the table nearest to yours.' There are five other couples. Any of them might have murder in mind.A crime that seems impossible...Who tried to warn you? Who is out to get you?And will you make it home alive?SOPHIE HANNAH IS THE QUEEN OF THE UNGUESSABLE MYSTERY!Trade ReviewTwisty * Crime Monthly, Ones to Watch for 2022 *One of the best crime writers currently working * The Scotsman *The Couple at the Table is a wise and witty portrait of modern marriage and murder * The Times *Complex and satisfying outing * Crime Time *A fabulously twisty and entertaining read! * My Weekly *A new novel by Sophie Hannah is a cause for celebration. The Couple at The Table has everything you want in a mystery - a cryptic threat, a murder, a closed circle of suspects and an unguessable solution. Completely ingenious, entirely satisfying - a delight from start to finish * Alex Michaelides, author of THE SILENT PATIENT *I have just finished The Couple At The Table and it is BY FAR Sophie Hannah's best one yet. Relatable, funny, high concept and so satisfying I watched in awe as the pieces fell into place. Bravo! * Gillian McAllister, author of THAT NIGHT *You'll love this brain-melting thriller! * Fabulous *Brain-bending * Good Housekeeping *The award-winning crime writer returns with another gripping psychological suspense * Surrey Life *As much head-scratching fun as ever * The Observer *Intriguing * Heat *Another winning thriller * Belfast Telegraph *Sly and twisty whodunnit * Peterborough Telegraph *Clever and wonderfully plotted * Irish Independent *An absorbing thriller with an abundance of red herrings and a gradual drip-drip of clues. A fantastic mystery * Woman Magazine *

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Book SynopsisTHE LATEST SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER AND RICHARD & JUDY BOOK CLUB THRILLER PICK FROM THE AUTHOR OF YOU WERE GONE''THE TENTH IN THE TERRIFIC DAVID RAKER SERIES - BLISS!'' LEE CHILDNine neighbours gather for a dinner party.But by the next morning, they had disappeared without a trace.No bodies. No evidence. No clues.Two and a half years later, it remains a mystery. Desperate for answers, the families of the missing turn to investigator David Raker.How did an entire village vanish overnight?And is he looking for nine missing people, or nine dead bodies?''I was hooked from beginning to end. A dark, thrilling rollercoaster of a read that is not only unputdownable but has heart'' Claire Douglas''From the moment I read the intriguing premise for this book, I couldn''t wait to dive in - and I wasn''t disappointed. A clever and original plot, eTrade ReviewThe tenth in the terrific David Raker series - bliss! * LEE CHILD *Such an original premise, I was hooked from beginning to end. A dark, thrilling rollercoaster of a read that is not only unputdownable but has heart. The devastating reveal left a lump in my throat. Tim Weaver is the master of clever, unpredictable plots. I can't recommend this highly enough! * Claire Douglas *From the moment I read the intriguing premise for this book, I couldn't wait to dive in - and I wasn't disappointed. A clever and original plot, expertly executed * Rachel Abbott, author of The Shape of Lies *4 **** A mysterious case for private investigator David Raker * Love it! *Another satisfying and twisty page-turner from Tim Weaver - his David Raker series is getting better as it goes on * Connaught Telegraph *A murder mystery which takes some of the archetypes from Agatha Christie and places them in a thoroughly modern world * Daily Express *A cleverly paced, engaging and a superior read in a quintessential series of crime novels * Shots Magazine *Praise for Tim Weaver * - *ThrillingTerrific * Sunday Times *Packed with twists * Daily Express *It had me racing to the endI couldn't put it down * Sun *What a talent * Daily Mail *Impressive * Guardian *Dark, complex and visceral * Financial Times *So many twists and surprises * Times *Enthralling, intriguingI never guessed any of the twistsGenuinely originalThe rising star of British crimeLittle short of brilliant * Crime Fiction Lover *Full of clever twists * Dead Good Books *Perfect plotting * Bookgeeks *

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Book Synopsis'A dark, sexy thriller where no one is who they seem. I devoured it! You will too!' Sunday Times bestseller Sarah Pinborough You think you love him. But can you trust him? Trade Review‘Dark, twisty and enthralling. A commanding new voice in suspense writing’ Paul Finch ‘Samantha Lee Howe cleverly wrongfoots the reader and does so again and again. A fascinating study in lies, evasions and deceptions’ Abbie Frost ‘Samantha Lee Howe does a great job of painting a picture of a woman who no longer knows who to trust or what is real; sinister and thought provoking’ Jackie Kabler ‘A brilliantly twisty thriller … you never really know quite what is true and who to trust. A fantastic read that kept me glued until the heart-stopping end’ Stephen Edger, bestselling author of Till Death Do Us Part ‘Brilliant stuff! A most exciting and enjoyable read … a star indeed.’ Peter Purves

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Book SynopsisA contemporary psychological thriller in the style of Ruth Rendell, from one of today's most versatile and compelling storytellers.It was easy for Elizabeth. She married the man she loved, bore him two children and made a home for him which was the envy of their friends.It was harder for Ruth. She married Elizabeth's son and then found that, somehow, she could never quite measure upIsolation, deceit and betrayal fill the gaps between the two individual women and between their different worlds. In this complex thriller, Philippa Gregory deploys all her insight into what women want and what women fear, as Ruth confronts the shifting borders of her own sanity. Laying bare the comfortable conventions of rural England, this spine-tingling novel pulses with suspense until the whiplash double-twist of the denouement.Trade Review‘Fiendishly plotted… this is Gregory at her most convincing. Sunday lunch with the in-laws will never be the same again’Cosmopolitan ‘Insidiously gripping’ Independent ‘Brilliant psychological chiller… utterly, nail-nibblingly plausible. You will relish its explosive climax and be gripped through to its final superb double-twist finish’ Daily Mail

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Book SynopsisBrilliantly-written characters, original and engaging. It's so good!'BA ParisJOANNE HAYNES HAS A SECRET.THAT IS NOT HER REAL NAME.And there's more. Her flat isn't hers. Her cats aren''t hers. Even her hair isn't really hers.Nor is she any of the other women she pretends to be. Not the bestselling romance novelist who gets her morning snack from the doughnut van on the seafront. Nor the pregnant woman in the dental surgery. Nor the chemo patient in the supermarket for whom the cashier feels ever so sorry. They''re all just alibis.In fact, the only thing that's real about Joanne is that nobody can know who she really is.But someone has got too close. It looks like her alibis have begun to run out.Your favourite authors are loving The Alibi GirlHeart-wrenching, impossible to predict and completely absorbing' John MarrsThe master of dark, sexy psychological suspense' Suzy K QuinnA dark, addictive read' Phoebe MorganTrade Review Praise for The Alibi Girl: ‘It has everything you’d expect from Skuse; tragic twists and turns but always with heart at its core. Heart-wrenching, impossible to predict and completely absorbing’ John Marrs ‘Riveting and gripping’ Sunday Post ‘Brilliantly-written characters, original, engaging and moving storyline. It’s so good!’ BA Paris ‘An edge-of-your-seat thriller’ Woman and Home ‘Another stunner from the master of dark, sexy psychological suspense’ Suzy K Quinn ‘A fast-moving, complex and troubling study of family lives that manages to make you laugh and cry at the same time’ Daily Mail ‘A dark, addictive read with CJ Skuse’s trademark humour – I loved it’ Phoebe Morgan ‘A hilarious, hair-raising, nail-biting tale’ Saga ‘A chilling tale with an interesting perspective’ Woman Magazine Praise for CJ Skuse: ‘An absolute marvel of a book – SO dark, SO laugh-out-loud funny, the world through Rhiannon's eyes is perfectly, acutely observed. Brilliant!’ SJI Holliday ‘This darkly comic novel…has the potential to become a cult classic’ Daily Mail ‘Sweetpea hits all the right buttons. A dark, twisted read about a female serial killer with dollops of humour, sarcasm and a lightweight approach…keeping you gripped and on the hook, both smiling and squirming’ Maxim Jakubowski, Lovereading ‘You MUST read this book especially if you like your (anti) heroes dirty-mouthed, deadly and dark, dark dark. ADORED IT' Fiona Cummins, author of Rattle ‘This isn’t a book for the squeamish or the faint-hearted … think Bridget Jones meets American Psycho’ Red ‘This book is OUTRAGEOUS’ Compulsive Readers ‘This anti-hero is psychotic without doubt, sexually voracious and incredibly funny’ Shots magazine

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Book SynopsisKerry is undeniably the new title holder queen of crime. Her books never disappoint' Reader review, ?????Another explosive book this third instalment had me gripped from the first chapter 5 stars is not enough to rate this' Reader review, ?????Wow! Another fantastic story from Kerry Barnes. This book was full of highs and lows, twists and turns as well as interesting characters' Reader review, ?????* * *The wrong choice may just get you killedMike Regan and Zara Ezra believe the so-called Governor is safely locked away in Zara's hangar.But less than twenty-four hours later, the Governor is loose and out there, wreaking havoc.After what Zara made him do to his own son, she knows he'll be back with more than murder on his mind.Moving the families to a safe place was all the firm could do to protect them. But now one of the boys goes missing. It can only mean one thing the Governor has started his revenge.Zara is faced with an unimaginable choice just as she forced the Governor to makTrade Review Praise for The Choice ‘This gripping page-turner will leave you gasping in horror, yet entirely mesmerised’Woman’s Weekly ‘A gripping gangland thriller’Bella Praise for Kerry Barnes ‘A shocking, gripping read’Dreda Say Mitchell ‘Sweeps along at a breakneck pace’Anna Smith 'Another cracker from Kerry Barnes. The Hunted> is a rollercoaster ride!’Jaime Raven ‘An absolute must read from this talented author’Jacqui Rose ‘Page turner’New!

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER''Quietly brilliant ... among the best fiction of our time.'' Daily Telegraph''The finest novel Dunmore has written.'' Observer''Superb and poignant.'' GuardianIt is 1792 and Europe is seized by political turmoil and violence.Lizzie Fawkes has grown up in Radical circles where each step of the French Revolution is followed with eager idealism. But she has recently married John Diner Tredevant, a property developer who is heavily invested in Bristol''s housing boom, and he has everything to lose from social upheaval and the prospect of war. Diner believes that Lizzie''s independent, questioning spirit must be coerced and subdued. She belongs to him: law and custom confirm it, and she must live as he wants. But as Diner''s passion for Lizzie darkens, she soon finds herself dangerously alone.______________Nominated for the 2018 Independent BookseTrade ReviewThis is the finest novel Helen Dunmore has written ... From the start, Birdcage Walk has the command of a thriller … The novel’s cast is marvellous and vivid … A novel that deserves to be cherished and to last. -- Kate Kellaway * Observer *This powerful novel is a fine final flourish from a gifted writer … The power Dunmore gives to lowly female lives is inescapably moving, their stories taking us on a remarkable journey into the visceral heart of the female experience in Georgian Britain … [Dunmore is] one of the bravest and most versatile writers of her generation … This fine, fiery novel will surely be remembered as one of her best. -- Melissa Katsoulis * The Times *Like many of Dunmore’s novels, Birdcage Walk defies categorisation ... a blend of beauty and horror evoked with such breath-taking poetry that it haunts me still ... she has an extraordinary gift for taking the ordinary and familiar and rendering them new. When Tredevant’s growing unpredictability once more tightens the narrative, forcing the story back into the ominous and unsettling territory where it first began, it is easy to see why [Dunmore] has earned a place among the finest writers of historical fiction working today. * Guardian *Helen Dunmore’s quietly brilliant historical novels are among the best fiction of our time. -- Jake Kerridge * Daily Telegraph *A finely wrought psychological thriller … But it’s ultimately a novel about the ways in which we remember and, as such, a fitting contribution to Dunmore’s extraordinary legacy. * Daily Mail *Elegant prose and brilliantly researched historical detail … a devastatingly good novel. * Sunday Express, S Magazine *Part psychological thriller, part poetic exhumation of the past, it’s a fiery, first-rate historical novel from an author who’ll be much missed * Mail on Sunday, Summer Reads *A firecracker of a historical murder mystery story with which to leave her many admirers * Guardian, Readers Books of the Year *Dunmore is skilled at claiming the huge canvasses of history and painting upon them exquisitely detailed human tragedies … Every scene is saturated with vivid period detail but Dunmore’s touch is feather-light. -- Francesca Segal * Financial Times *A very good novel indeed * Scotsman, Books of the Year *Dunmore just writes so effortlessly. Birdcage Walk is a joy to read. * Stylist *Marvellous … Dunmore has the ability to evoke a sense of place and to write passages of thrilling and disturbing action … Dunmore is a remarkable novelist who sets herself very different challenges in each new novel. She meets this one triumphantly. It will surely be a great and thoroughly deserved success. -- Allan Massie * Scotsman *

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Book SynopsisMarried for ten years. Four children. She thought she knew her husband better than anyone.She was wrong. Heart-poundingly suspenseful and heart-wrenchingly insightful' J.P.Delaney, author of The Girl Before This compulsive, clever thriller will have you reading long into the night' Red****You get to work. Make a coffee. Turn on your computer.Your task: break into a Russian criminal''s laptop and find proof that he''s concealing five deep-cover agents - seemingly normal people living in plain sight.You're in. Five faces stare back at you.One of them is your husband.****An immensely satisfying story with serpentine twists and turns' Daily MailTrade ReviewI raced through this gripping tale of domesticity and deceit. Cleveland deliciously ratchets up the tension at every turn . . . you won't be able to put it down until the final, stunning page! * SHARI LAPENA, author of THE COUPLE NEXT DOOR *Heart-poundingly suspenseful and heart-wrenchingly insightful, NEED TO KNOW hums with authentic detail, crisp storytelling, and characters that will long stay in your thoughts. * J. P. DELANEY, author of THE GIRL BEFORE *This compulsive, clever thriller will have you reading long into the night. * Red *If you liked THE COUPLE NEXT DOOR, try NEED TO KNOW by Karen Cleveland . . . Thrillers don't get much more twisty and turny than this one. If you don't mind staying up reading til 3am, this is the one for you. * BBC Arts and Entertainment, 'Books To Look Out For in 2018' *Impressively compelling . . . this is probably the banker among the New Year crop thanks to its sheer page-turning readability. * John Williams, Mail on Sunday *The heart-stopping plot barely lets up pace throughout this brilliant novel. * Heat *You'll devour this terrific debut like the rest of us, skipping lunch, losing sleep, turning pages until the end, where we're all left waiting for more. * JOHN GRISHAM *Karen Cleveland is the real deal - an exciting new voice in thrillers. * PATRICIA CORNWELL *Prediction: if you read chapter one, you'll read chapter two. If you read chapter two, you'll miss dinner, stay up far too late, and feel tired at work tomorrow. This is that kind of book. Superb. * LEE CHILD *Remarkable * Sunday Times Magazine - Thriller of the Month *An immensely satisfying story with serpentine twists and turns . . . ingenious and compelling. * Daily Mail *

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Book Synopsis* Don''t miss ''THE CHEMISTRY OF DEATH'' TV SERIES - now streaming on Paramount+ * Adapted from The Chemistry of Death and Written in Bone - starring Harry Treadaway as Dr David Hunter''As bone-chillingly bleak as its subject . . . this doesn''t disappoint'' Financial TimesA serial killer is on the loose and David Hunter suddenly finds that the past is far from dead and buried. The escape of a psychotic rapist and multiple murderer brings DI Terry Connor to David Hunter''s doorstep, years after their bitter rift.This unwelcome reminder of the past forces Hunter to confront the situation at hand: eight years earlier Hunter and an ill-fated Body Recovery team, has tried to find the graves of Monk''s teenage victims on the bleak expanse of Dartmoor.Only one of the missing girls'' bodies was ever found. Suddenly Hunter receives an appeal from Sophie Keller, a young woman who also worked on the operation, and nothing is quite as it seems. Hunter is forced to question who he can really trust.Especially when his own life depends on it.Trade ReviewAs bone-chillingly bleak as its subject... this doesn't disappoint * FINANCIAL TIMES *Deeply unnerving... a writer who clearly relishes raising our pulse rates while lowering our blood temperature -- BARRY FORSHAW

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Book SynopsisBuy Val McDermid''s masterful new thriller, 1989, now!_______________''The queen of crime is still at the top of her game'' Independent''No one can tell a story like she can'' Daily Express''One of today''s most accomplished crime writers'' Literary Review''We are all creatures of habit. Even murderers . . .''When human remains are discovered in the grounds of an old convent, it quickly becomes clear that someone has been using the site as their personal burial ground. But with the convent abandoned long ago and bodies dating back many years, could this be the work of more than one obsessive killer?The investigation throws up more questions as the evidence mounts but, after their last disastrous case, Tony Hill and Carol Jordan can only watch from afar. As tTrade ReviewThe ingenuity with which Val McDermid keeps her crime-fighting duo fresh is as captivating as her deftly plotted denouement * Scotland on Sunday *McDermid's storytelling is as classy and compelling as ever * Observer *This is McDermid on exemplary form, generating the requisite suspense but never forgetting that the characterisation of Hill and Jordan is a key ingredient * Financial Times *'The queen of crime is still at the top of her game' * Independent *Elegantly choreographed . . . McDermid fashions a finale which tees up the next thriller in this sequence admirably * The Scotsman *

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Book Synopsis‘Amazing . . . Intense suspense, shocks and scares plus chilling insider authenticity make this one very special’ LEE CHILD 'FALLING is the best kind of thriller (for me as a reader anyway). Characters you care deeply about. Nonstop, totally authentic suspense' JAMES PATTERSON‘Attention, please: T. J. Newman has written the perfect thriller!  GILLIAN FLYNN, #1 bestselling author of Gone GirlYou just boarded a flight to New York.There are one hundred and forty-three other passengers onboard.What you don’t know is that thirty minutes before the flight your pilot’s family was kidnapped.For his family to live, everyone on your plane must die.The only way the family will survive is if the pilot follows his orders and crashes the plane. Enjoy the flight. *

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Book SynopsisKEEP YOUR FAMILY SAFE.WHATEVER THE COST...Jamie and Victoria are expecting their first baby.With a few weeks to go, they head off for a final weekend break in a remote part of the North Pennines. The small and peaceful guesthouse is the ideal location to unwind together before becoming parents. Upon arrival, they are greeted by Barry and Fiona, the older couple who run the guesthouse. They cook them dinner and show them to their room before retreating to bed themselves.The next morning, Jamie and Victoria wake to find the house deserted. Barry and Fiona are nowhere to be seen. All the doors are locked. Both their mobile phones and car keys have disappeared. Even though it''s a few weeks early, Victoria knows the contractions are starting.The baby is coming, and there''s no way out.Trade ReviewDeliciously dark and creepy, The Guest House is an original and very clever thriller that completely hoodwinked me with its well crafted and twisty plot. So unpredictable and gripping. I couldn't put it down * Claire Douglas *A gripping, must-read, tightly plotted thriller with dizzying twists and turns that will keep you on your toes * John Marrs, author of KEEP IT IN THE FAMILY *A tense thriller with a killer twist! Morgan-Bentley has hit on a chilling scenario that kept me rapt and tearing through the pages. His writing is vivid and utterly engaging with shrewd character observations that really brought Victoria and Jamie's nightmare to life. The dual timelines ramped up the tension and intrigue, gradually revealing what had actually happened and setting the scene for a killer twist. Highly recommended! * KL Slater, author of THE EVIDENCE *I absolutely loved it - such a page-turner with the most excellent plot twist at the very end. * Leah Hazard, author of HARD PUSHED *Morgan-Bentley is becoming a master of the reader's comment of... "I didn't see that coming!!" A most unexpected twist at the end! I found myself thinking, I know it's late but I can't leave it here, I need to know more * Joy Ellis, author of the DI NIKKI GALENA SERIES *Creepy and compelling from the off, it's an immersive read with a terrific twist. I raced through it! * Teresa Driscoll, author of HER PERFECT FAMILY *You'll never guess where this twisty chiller of a book is going * Claire McGowan, author of I KNOW YOU *The Guest House starts with a chilling premise that only gets more intense with every turn of the page. You won't know where Morgan-Bentley is taking you, but you will want to hang on for the ride * Joshua Moehling, author of AND THERE HE KEPT HER *Ferocious and irresistible, THE GUEST HOUSE is a compelling story that explores just how much a parent is willing to sacrifice for their child. Morgan-Bentley is a master of the curveball, hitting us with thrill after thrill that this reader definitely did not see coming. The cherry on top was the blood-freezing epilogue. I'll be thinking about it for weeks! * Stephanie Wrobel, author of DARLING ROSE GOLD *I loved this twisty and terrifying thriller. The sense of unfolding horror is utterly irresistible - it had me hooked from the very first page. I gobbled it up! * Katherine Faulkner *Utterly Intriguing, page-turning and impossible to second guess * Rosamund Lupton *A bone-chilling premise about every parent's nightmare, which fully delivers with every twist and turn. Robin masterfully reels the reader in from the first chapter and doesn't let go until that haunting last line. Get ready to bite your nails to the beds as the tension racks up! * Jack Jordan, author of DO NO HARM *

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Book SynopsisA Richard and Judy Book Club pick.Patricia Highsmith meets E. Lockhart in Out Of Her Depth – a simmering Summer thriller about the choices you make as a teenager, and what happens when they go horribly wrong . . .'This book is, quite simply, sublime'- Lesley Kara, author of The RumourMeet Rachel.An unassuming young woman from a quiet London suburb.Picture the scene:A summer job at the beautiful Villa Medici in the Tuscan hills.A group of glamorous teenagers, used to a life of privilege.Lavish parties, heady sun-soaked days, backstabbing and bedhopping.Until someone goes too far.And nothing will ever be the same . . .Readers love Lizzy Barber's Out Of Her Depth:‘Really believable characters, a great plot, a wonderful setting . . . felt like I was in Italy soaking up the sun’ *****‘A tantalisingly written suspense . . . and a premise that delivers. Delicious.’ *****‘A classic take on the unreliable narrator, a terrific page turner with themes of those with privilege versus those without’ *****‘This is one of those totally addictive psychological thrillers that has you reading 'just one more page' and ignoring everything else you need to do until you finish it’ *****Trade ReviewThis book is, quite simply, sublime -- Lesley Kara, bestselling author of The RumourA compelling and compulsive read that had me gripped * Prima *I can't rave about this book enough. Atmospheric, gripping, pacey and superbly written, Out of Her Depth has everything you want in a novel and more. I absolutely loved it. -- Charlotte Duckworth, bestselling author of The Perfect FatherPage-turning psychological thriller with a beautifully sun-drenched glamorous Tuscan setting * Cosmopolitan *Praise for My Name is Anna: A dark, addictive read, with a real heart at its core. I loved it -- Amy Lloyd, bestselling author of The Innocent WifePraise for My Name is Anna: Provides a clever, unexpected solution, by way of some fine writing * The Times *

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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 Synopsis'Wonderfully haunting' JANE HARPER, author of The Dry'Extremely well written, fantastic' HARRIET TYCE, author of Blood Orange'Conjuring up... Twin Peaks and Gillian Flynn's Sharp Objects' Stylist'Spellbinding.... a stunning debut' Woman & Home'Irresistible' PAULA HAWKINS, author of The Girl on the Train 'Clever, twisting' FRANCINE TOON, author of Pine'A nuanced thriller that will haunt you long after you race through its pages' Grazia'One of the most exciting debuts of the year' Sunday Express________________________________________________When Emma leaves her friend Abi at a party in the woods, she believes that their lives are just beginning. Many things will happen that night, beneath the stark beauty of the stars, but Emma will never see her friend again.But what happens next in Whistling Ridge is so much more than the story of a missing girl.It's a spellbinding story that will keep you guessing, a story of surprises and secrets, regrets and rage, love and lies. Abi's disappearance cracks open the façade of this small town, peeling away the layers of its past. Even within Abi's own family there are questions to be asked - of the older brother whom Abi betrayed, of the shining younger sibling who hides his wounds, of her mother and her father - both in thrall to the fiery preacher who has an unsettling grasp on the whole town. And then there is Rat, the outsider, whose exciting presence is a catalyst for change.Anything could happen in a tinder-box like Whistling Ridge. All it will take is just one spark...the truth of what happened that night at the Tall Bones. Beautifully written, arresting, and constantly surprising, TALL BONES is a gripping read from a stunning new voice.______________________________________READERS AND REVIEWERS praise TALL BONES:'A striking first novel' Observer'Fast-paced and moving' Literary Review'Will haunt you long after you race through its pages' Grazia (Book of the Month)'A compulsive literary crime-drama' Culturefly'Bailey writes like a dream' Emma Flint, author of Little Deaths'Brilliant, could not put it down' Katie Fford'One of my all-time favourite reads' Goodreads'I loved this book from the very first line' GoodreadsTrade ReviewBeautifully written and very moving, this is an assured debut. * Laura Wilson, GUARDIAN *A nuanced thriller that will haunt you long after you race through its pages. * GRAZIA *One of the most exciting debuts of the year. * SUNDAY EXPRESS *Spellbinding and darkly beautiful.... intricately plotted and exquisitely written, Tall Bones is a stunning debut. * WOMEN & HOME *Fast paced and moving. * LITERARY REVIEW *With Tall Bones, Anna Bailey bursts onto the scene with a wonderfully haunting debut. Small-town intrigue, exquisitely drawn. * JANE HARPER, author of The Dry and The Lost Man *The best kind of small-town crime novel... one that drips with atmosphere... an intricately weaved and haunting story that will stay with you for days after. * Culturefly *Both menacing and haunting, a compelling and atmospheric debut. * DAILY MAIL *Anna Bailey writes like a dream about teenage love and lust, the terror of knowledge and the claustrophobia of families and of small towns. * EMMA FLINT, author of Little Deaths *Bailey writes with perfect poise. She is destined for great things - I feel it in my bones. * SAGA magazine *Cleverly written, Anna Bailey's debut shines a light on the darker and more oppressive side of small-town society. * INDEPENDENT *One of the most exciting debuts of the year. * OK magazine *Tall Bones is as atmospheric as it gets... a stunning debut that delivers on every level. Reminded me of Jane Harper's The Dry. * RENEE KNIGHT, author of Disclaimer *'A clever, twisting debut about the dark side of small town America. It is packed with secrets like firecrackers ready to ignite.' * FRANCINE TOON, author of Pine *Anna Bailey's debut is irresistible, a compelling and nuanced psychological thriller suffused with small town prejudice and dark family secrets. * PAULA HAWKINS, author of The Girl on the Train *An intricate and compelling thriller, beautifully nuanced. Brilliant. * SJ WATSON, author of Before I Go to Sleep *I felt so strongly about some of the characters that I had to check the ending to make sure they were ok! Extremely well written... fantastic. * HARRIET TYCE, author of Blood Orange *Its portrait of small-town intrigue is scarily credible. Bailey understands that the dynamics that drive small-town relationships are the same the world over. * VAL McDERMID *A terrific debut about guilt, secrets and complex family dynamics - the writing is vivid & assured: Anna Bailey is definitely one to watch. * LUCY ATKINS, author of Magpie Lane *Gripping and so beautifully written Tall Bones is spellbinding; dark and menacing, but also so full of love and hope. I loved it. I cried. * CRESSIDA McLAUGHLIN, author of The Cornish Cream Tea Christmas *Haunting... Emma's path to where the truth lies will carry the reader's soul along in both moving and compassionate ways. * Maxim Jakubowski, CRIME TIME *Brilliant! Could not put it down. It's utterly gripping and beautifully written. * KATIE FFORDE *Smart and compassionate, full of poetry and rage and shy hopes and shredded dreams and missing girls and family secrets. * TAMMY COHEN, author of Stop At Nothing *This is a striking first novel, a chilling insight into an oppressive world, where bad thoughts and bad deeds ripple just below the surface, out of sight. * Alison Flood, OBSERVER *Chilling and compulsive... a dazzling debut. * KATE HAMER, author of The Girl in the Red Coat *

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Book Synopsis'Move over Ferrante, there's a new Elena in town' IndependentA gripping novel about family, loss and secrets, from the author of TheTimes bestselling sensation Can You Hear Me?The boy is almost eighteen and has a loving family. He's polite and well-educated, quiet but always smiling.When word spreads that he has broken into and stolen from a neighbour's house, his parents and sisters can't believe it. Then the unthinkable happens: an attack that will rip through the town and his family for years to come.Just a Boy is a gripping, incisive novel about secrets, adolescence and how we can love someone - a child, a partner - without ever knowing their mind.Praise for The Times bestseller Can You Hear Me?'A novel of crime and darkness that eschews straightforward domestic noir' Guardian'Utterly gripped me from beginning to end' Victoria HislopTrade ReviewVarvello knowns how to construct a drama full of suspense, working towards revelation . . . a fascinating read -- Josephine Felton * Irish Examiner *Darkly eloquent and moving * Observer *Haunting and surreal, Elena Varvello's JUST A BOY is beautifully written, a gripping and masterful account of a troubled family's struggle in the aftermath of tragedy. Shifting effortlessly between past and present, Varvello creates an almost dreamlike atmosphere as she interweaves each character's story, drawing their connections ever tighter until it's impossible to look away. I loved this book -- Karen Dionne, author of the #1 internationally bestselling The Marsh King's DaughterA moving portrait of a grieving family painted by the utterly compelling talent of author Elena Varvello. JUST A BOY is a beauty of a novel in which the pain and alienation of a teenage boy goes unnoticed until it is too late to halt its gripping conclusion -- Kate Mayfield, author of The Parentations

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Book SynopsisAn addictive psychological thriller from a kindle bestseller. For fans of Karin Slaughter and Erin Kelly.SOME SECRETS ARE BEST LEFT BURIED...Cat panics when she sees a photofit of a murder suspect flash up on the news. It looks exactly like her, and to make matters worse, the victim is her childhood best friend, Charlie.The following day, the police arrive at her doorstep to question her. She hadn't seen or spoken to Charlie in years, but could the secrets of their past finally be coming back to haunt her?Desperate to find out who gave the police her description and to protect her five-year-old son, Cat investigates. She knows she is innocent and will stop at nothing to prove it. But some secrets are best left buried...*******See what readers are saying about Karen Cole:'Every time I thought I had it sussed a curveball was thrown. Beautifully dark and compelling'Caz, Amazon reviewer'If you like Karin Slaughter you will love this!'Cath, Amazon reviewer'I was constantly guessing throughout and I still didn't see that ending coming even though the clues are there!'Chanel, Amazon reviewer'I absolutely loved this book. I could never have guessed the outcome'Annie, Amazon reviewer

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Book SynopsisA twisty, addictive psychological thriller about family, lies and the secrets we keep from those we love most.Avery is an obscure author whose recent disappearance is eerily similar to the death of a character in her latest thriller. Last seen walking the cliffs at Bosigran, it is suspected she fell, although her body has still not been found.When Alex, an ambitious young journalist, receives a copy of Avery's book in the post, she becomes obsessed with finding out what happened to her.Alex travels to Cornwall to research Avery's death for an article and discovers that the writer's life mirrored her book in more ways than one. She increasingly suspects that all is not as it seems. One question in particular keeps playing on her mind, did Avery jump was she pushed?***************HEAR WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT KAREN COLE:'Every time I thought I had it sussed a curveball was thrown. Beautifully dark and compelling'Caz, Amazon reviewer'If you like Karin Slaughter you will love this!'Cath, Amazon reviewer'I was constantly guessing throughout and I still didn't see that ending coming even though the clues are there!'Chanel, Amazon reviewer'I absolutely loved this book. I could never have guessed the outcome'Annie, Amazon reviewer'Another winner'Ashrae, Amazon reviewer

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Book SynopsisThe spectacular new standalone thriller from the author of the critically acclaimed Frankie Sheehan novels 'Brilliantly paced with constant twists and turns' Woman & Home'A real rollercoaster' PrimaIt all started to go wrong the day the Wrights moved in next doorMyles and Lana Butler live on a gorgeous new development in Wimbledon, leaning on a mortgage that is just within reach. When one of Myles' investments fails they are bound to lose everything.Gabriel and Holly Wright have just moved in next door. The Wrights are sophisticated, ambitious and apparently very wealthy. At an after-dinner drink with their new neighbours, Myles and Lana share their worries and a solution is suggested between the couples. Life Insurance fraud. For a cut of the pay out, the Wrights would help them.No one thought they were being serious. No one agreed they'd actually go through with it. And no one mentioned it would involve murder.Then, one night, Lana doesn't come home.Praise for The End of Us'Witty, dark, unpredictable, well-written and with great insight into the darker side of human nature. A book to be devoured in one sitting' Karen Hamilton'It reminded me of Hitchcock at his best. Tense, twisty, dark and so unpredictable. My favourite Olivia Kiernan book yet!' Claire Douglas 'The End Of Us is that rare book - beautifully written and impossible to put down. A dark, complex and nuanced thriller' Fiona Cummins 'I loved it - easily Kiernan's best yet' Cara Hunter'I absolutely loved The End of Us. So clever, so twisty and so moreish. It was terrifically compelling. And that last line. Oh my. That is how a book should end' John Marrs'Dark and twisty and kept me guessing right to the end. A superbly written tangled webof utter brilliance' Joanna CannonTrade ReviewAbsolutely loved The End Of Us, it reminded me of Hitchcock at his best. Tense, twisty, dark and so unpredictable I couldn't read it fast enough to see how it all played out. The ending gave me shivers. My favourite Olivia Kiernan book yet! * Claire Douglas *The End Of Us is that rare book - beautifully written and impossible to put down. A dark, complex and nuanced thriller, its protagonist Myles Butler is a Ripley for the 21st century, rotten to the core of his luxury lifestyle, but impossible to resist * Fiona Cummins *The End of Us is exactly the type of book I love to read: witty, dark, unpredictable, well-written and with great insight into the darker side of human nature. A book to be devoured in one sitting -- Karen HamiltonI loved it - easily Kiernan's best yet -- Cara HunterI loved everything about this stylish, addictive thriller from Olivia Kiernan. The End of Us entertains, it shocks, and it asks fascinating moral questions of its characters - and readers (my sympathies and allegiances were all over the place!) Beautifully written, masterfully executed. And THAT ending . . . -- Caz FrearA deliciously dark domestic noir - twisty, unpredictable and gripping -- J P DelaneyA golden couple whose reach exceeds their grasp, and their new neighbours who suggest a deal-with-the-devil solution. Beautiful prose and a plot that tightens like a vice -- Erin KellySickeningly good cat-and-mouse game of fraud with a spot of murder for good measure, in a bougie enclave of Wimbledon. Delicious right down to the last killer line. -- Dom NolanTense and twisty, this novel sits at the intersection of Hitchcock and Ripley - really enjoyed it. And that ending. Deliciously dark -- Catherine Ryan HowardIntoxicating, classy, twisty and just a total joy to read . . . I adored it -- Charlotte DuckworthThe characters jumped out of the pages and the chilling twists just kept coming. -- Nikki SmithAn unputdownable, gulp-in-one-sitting, utterly brilliant read -- C S GreenThis super chilling, heart-stoppingly suspenseful psychological thriller is not to be missed -- Steph BroadribbDark and compelling, with complex relationships that reveal shocking twists, I was sucked into the world of Belvedere Court and its wealthy inhabitants, where the gloss of respectability is only a veneer. -- Sam BlakeCompelling -- Harriet TyceKiernan's greatest achievement is to make Myles such a sympathetic character that his increasingly violent actions seem almost sensible. * Literary Review *Kiernan has delivered a standalone of style and substance. * Irish Times *A nerve-jangling thriller. * Woman's Own *If you love the old-style Hollywood glamour of films like Double Indemnity, this domestic noir tale, set in the contemporary opulence of a luxury Wimbledon housing estate, will do the trick. * Daily Mail *Strong characterisation, an unpredictable plot and an unexpected conclusion will keep readers gripped. Kiernan has proved she won't be confined to one genre and we look forward to what she does next. * Irish Independent *A gripping thriller * Bella *Beware, this psychological thriller is definitely a sit-up-all-night read * Woman's Weekly *It's a dark, twisted and satisfying read, which never lets up its pace. It's unpredictable, ingenious and brilliantly written. Read it. * Irish Examiner *Hitchcock and Highsmith would both have been proud if they'd written suburban horror-story The End of Us . . .You won't be able to stop reading. Each unfolding episode is unbearable. A bravura thriller. * The Tablet *Kiernan proves she's every bit as good at depicting the dark side of our interior lives as she is with her rollercoaster police procedurals. * Westmeath Examiner *Tom Ripley would see the narrator of this deliciously Highsmithian chiller as a soulmate. . . . * Telegraph (Best Books of 2023) *I really enjoyed this! Switchback Highsmith -- Ian RankinI couldn't stop reading. Perfect for fans of Louise Candlish and Patricia Highsmith * Jo Callaghan *

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Book SynopsisPsycho meets Silence of the Lambs “A taut, thrilling mystery.” —Dominic Nolan, author of Past Life From the Amazon Charts bestselling author of Blood for Blood, perfect for fans of James Patterson, Lee Child and Thomas Harris. A serial killer is terrorising London, removing a body part from each victim and leaving in its place a single pink rose. Dr Vernon Sange, a multiple murderer awaiting extradition, seems to know the culprit’s identity—but he’ll only talk to profiler Ziba MacKenzie, the woman responsible for putting him away. Though there’s something he wants in return from her. And time is running out. With one killer whispering in her ear and another running rings around the police, Ziba must play a game in which only her opponent knows the rules, and the forfeit is death.Trade ReviewPraise for Snakes and Ladders “WOW, what a ride! I’m still reeling from that ending.” —Elle Croft, author of The Guilty Wife “A taut, thrilling mystery.” —Dominic Nolan, author of Past Life “A bloody good read from the crown queen of crime fiction. Pencil in a day for reading it because once you start you won’t want to stop till you reach the end.” —Marvin Karlins, coauthor of What Every Body is Saying “Shades of Silence of the Lambs at work here, but this is very much its own story, and a gripping one at that.” —espresso coco “Snakes and Ladders has it all!” —Me Love Books “Addictively clever.” —Liz Loves Books Praise for Nothing to Lose “Very gritty, loved both the story lines, and couldn’t stop reading once I started.” —Amy Lloyd, bestselling author of The Innocent Wife “A compelling read led by a fantastic character in Ziba, this is crime fiction at its finest.” —Phoebe Morgan, author of The Doll House and The Girl Next Door “Nothing to Lose is a palpitation-inducing serial-killer thriller at its very best, and Ziba is a brilliant and complex protagonist.” —Niki Mackay, author of I, Witness “The coolest heroine I have met in a very, very long time. Tightly paced and well researched, right up there with Lee Child and Simon Toyne for thrills and spills.” —Suzy Quinn, author of Don’t Tell Teacher “A pacy, intriguing read.” —Kate London, author of the Metropolitan series “A taut and twisty thriller. Victoria Selman is an exciting new voice.” —David Hewson, author of the Pieter Vos series Praise for Blood for Blood “I raced through this gripping, dark thriller and loved the central character. Can’t wait for the next installment.” —Laura Marshall, author of Friend Request “A story line that speeds along at a rate of knots—a bloody good thriller!” —John Marrs, bestselling author of When You Disappeared “Ziba MacKenzie is tough, smart and funny—I loved her!” —M. W. Craven, author of The Puppet Show “I loved it from start to finish and can’t wait to see more of Ziba MacKenzie.” —Alex Lake, bestselling author of After Anna “For fans of a stylish fast paced thriller, Blood for Blood, delivers on the nail.” —Kate Hamer, bestselling author of The Girl in the Red Coat

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Book Synopsis“Smart and wonderfully chilling.” —Peter James This time there’s more at stake than just her life—now they want to take her past. London, the near future. GRM, a shadowy company running private prisons, has introduced a programme to alter prisoners’ memories, removing those that led to their criminal behaviour. When journalist Antonia Conti hears rumours that the technology has deadly side effects, she decides to investigate. Antonia has looked into GRM’s corrupt dealings with the government before, and when a stolen lorry ploughs into a whistle-blower’s car, leaving him dead and her trapped in the burning vehicle, she’s convinced GRM are responsible. Enlisting her old friend DI Russell Chapman to check out the supposed ‘accident’, she discovers that he’s already investigating three other deaths that appear suspiciously linked to her own investigations. The deeper Antonia probes, the more her friends and colleagues are at risk. Whatever sinister experiments GRM are conducting, they are determined to keep them secret. By any means necessary. Can Antonia and Chapman thwart them before anyone else loses their life? Or their mind?Trade Review“Smart and wonderfully chilling!” —Peter James “Thrilling stuff from a fresh voice.” —The Sun “WOW! What a ride! A million miles an hour and twists at every turn—loved it!” —Heather Fitt, author of The Boat Trip

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A RICHARD AND JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK AN ADDICTIVE THRILLER FROM ACCLAIMED AUTHOR L.V. MATTHEWS 'A compelling page-turner with an excellent twist' Catherine Cooper, author of The Chalet 'A fascinating tale of jealousy and betrayal' T.M. Logan, author of The Holiday ___________TWO SISTERS. AN INTENSE BOND. A BITTER RIVALRY. Margo is a live-in nanny for an upper-class family. Cora is a penniless dancer on the cusp of a big break.Total opposites, bound by the worst secret you can imagine.And when it's revealed, only one can survive.But can there be a winner when a secret is so dark? ___________PRAISE FOR THE TWINS: 'Dark, twisty and genuinely impossible to put down' Karen Hamilton, author of The Perfect Girlfriend'Dark, compulsive and fiendishly clever' Sarah Bonner, author of The Perfect Twin'I absolutely devoured this book . . . Should be on every psychological-thriller-lovers to-read list for 2022!' Sophie Flynn, author of All My Lies'Easily one of the most captivating books I've read this year' Emma Christie, author of Find Her First'Dark, heartbreaking, twisty, and beautifully written' Charlotte Duckworth, author of The Sanctuary'A gripping, clever thriller but also an intimate story of sisterhood, trauma and grief. I was enthralled!' Helen Cooper, author of The Downstairs Neighbour'A vivid and beautifully written thriller that kept me gripped to the end' Vicki Bradley, author of Before I Say I Do'The ultimate in sibling rivalry' Emma Bamford, author of Deep Water'The Twins is a must-read for all psychological thriller fans' Sarah Clarke, author of A Mother Never Lies'I found it impossible to stop reading. A real psychological thriller with heart. Fabulous!' Gytha Lodge (Dead Good Best Crime Novels of 2022)

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Book Synopsis'The Ugly Truth is fresh, compelling and searing in its exploration of the toxicity of social media and the reality of modern celebrity. Not to be missed!' Lisa Jewell, bestselling author of THE FAMILY UPSTAIRS'#FreeBritney meets The Appeal in this addictively unique thriller' Jack Jordan, bestselling author of Do No Harm"I'm a prisoner. I'm not allowed to leave. There is someone watching me every minute of the day."Melanie Lange has disappeared.Her father, billionaire business tycoon Sir Peter Lange, says she is a danger to herself and has been admitted to a private mental health clinic.Her ex-husband, Finn, and best friend, Nell, say she has been kidnapped. They are deeply concerned for her safety.The media will say whichever gets them the most views.But whose side are you on?#SaveMelanie#HelpPeter'A startling thriller with a sharp edge. Fast and compelling, it leaves you gasping for breath' Daily Mail'A whip-smart and ingenious thriller' Lesley Kara, bestselling author of The Rumour'Original, timely, thought-provoking' B. A. Paris, bestselling author of Behind Closed Doors'A compelling read that will make you look at headlines in a different way' GlamourReaders are obsessed with The Ugly Truth:'There are some books that quickly become an obsession. The Ugly Truth is one of those books' *****'The Ugly Truth is a phenomenal thriller from start to finish. L.C. North really knows what she's doing' *****'An absolutely spot on portrayal of the harsh landscape that is modern-day fame and celebrity. As disturbing as it is thought-provoking' *****Told via interviews, transcripts and diary entries, The Ugly Truth is a shocking and addictive thriller about fame, power and the truth behind the headlines.Trade ReviewThe Ugly Truth is fresh, compelling and searing in its exploration of the toxicity of social media and the reality of modern celebrity. Not to be missed! * Lisa Jewell, bestselling author of THE FAMILY UPSTAIRS *A whipsmart and ingenious thriller for our times. Compellingly narrated in snippets of mixed media, The Ugly Truth homes in on our toxic addiction to celebrity. It is a tour de force! * Lesley Kara, bestselling author of THE RUMOUR *#FreeBritney meets The Appeal in this addictively unique thriller. Get ready to be utterly hooked. North is one of my all-time favourite writers. * Jack Jordan, author of DO NO HARM *Original, timely, thought-provoking and an absolutely brilliant read. * B. A. Paris, author of BEHIND CLOSED DOORS *Totally fresh and very clever. A very enjoyable piece of fiction that made me reassess my own views and prejudices about people in the public eye. * Emily Edwards, author of THE HERD *The Ugly Truth is a beautifully crafted, and sharply observed novel. It makes for an incredibly powerful and heart-breaking read. I inhaled it. * Liv Matthews, author of THE TWINS *A brilliantly constructed and compelling glimpse into the darkest reaches of celebrity, and a forensic study of how the solar flare of fame can blind everyone to the truth. Highly recommended. * Fiona Cummins, author of RATTLE *One of the cleverest and most thought-provoking books I've read in a long time, with an absolute sucker-punch of an ending that really unsettled me. * Charlotte Duckworth, author of THE SANCTUARY *Fresh, surprising and very astute on what it's like to live in the public eye. * Laura Marshall, bestselling author of FRIEND REQUEST *Riveting, thought-provoking and heart-breaking in equal measure. So inventive and original, and the characterisation was incredible. * Catherine Cooper, author of THE CHALET *L. C. North brilliantly combines delicious, page-turning entertainment with dark themes. * Emma Curtis, author of INVITE ME IN *The Ugly Truth is a thought-provoking indictment of modern fame which shines a light in the darkest of places and asks all the right questions. Propulsive reading. Loved it. * Amanda Reynolds, author of CLOSE TO ME *Provides a disturbing insight into how the media treats women. A truly five-star read. * Nikki Smith, author of LOOK WHAT YOU MADE ME DO *A timely and compelling look at celebrity culture wrapped up in a dark, twisty tale! * Louise Mumford, author of THE SAFE HOUSE *A rollercoaster ride, thought-provoking, addictive, and satisfying. Highly recommend. * Louise Swanson, author of END OF STORY *Fascinating morally grey characters, toxic families and an amazing critique on the callous nature of the media. Loved it. * Heather Darwent, author of THE THINGS WE DO TO OUR FRIENDS *A damning, tragic modern day story told in a unique and thoroughly entertaining way. It holds a mirror up to our dog-eat-dog media and the price we all pay for using real lives as entertainment. * Cesca Major, author of MAYBE NEXT TIME *A startling thriller with a sharp edge. Fast and compelling, it leaves you gasping for breath. * Daily Mail *A cleverly written page-turner. * Apple Books 'Best of the Month', March 2023 *Perceptive, thought-provoking and addictive. * Crime Monthly *The unique format of this book has me intrigued - told via interviews, transcripts and diary entries, The Ugly Truth is a thriller about fame, power and the truth behind the headlines * Cosmopolitan *Are you ready for your new obsession? This thriller captures everything that is toxic with social media and being a celebrity in today's world. Original, fast-moving and a compelling read. A twisting psychological story that will make you look at headlines in a different way. * Glamour *The Ugly Truth is a rollercoaster of a book that has you hooked from the first page. Original, blistering and brilliant. A triumph. * Frost magazine *A terrific thriller, inventively told. You'll want to turn off your phone and hide yourself away until you've turned the last page. * B. P. Walter, author of THE DINNER GUEST *A taut and pacy thriller...North has a masterful approach to a sensitive subject and keeps you hooked. * Sun *

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Book Synopsis*** FROM THE #1 EBOOK BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF CALL ME MUMMY *** 'Gripped my throat and didn't let go until the final sentence' - CAROLINE ENGLAND 'A slow-burn thriller, both horrifying and touching. Compelling' - CATHERINE COOPER 'A heart-stopping rollercoaster of a read' - J.M. HEWITT WHEN YOUR MARRIAGE IS THIS BROKEN, YOU MAY NOT MAKE IT OUT ALIVE. A nightmare jolts Debs awake. She leaves the kids tucked up in their beds and goes downstairs. There's a man in her kitchen, holding a knife. But it's not an intruder. This is her husband Marc, the father of her children. A man she no longer recognises. Once their differences were what drew them together, what turned them on. Him, the ex-army officer from a good family. Her, the fitness instructor who grew up over a pub. But now these differences grate to the point of drawing blood. Marc screams in his sleep. And Debs hardly knows the person she's become, or why she lets him hurt her. Neither of them is completely innocent. Neither is totally guilty. Marc is taller, stronger, and more vicious, haunted by a war he can't forget. But he has no idea what Debs is capable of when her children's lives are at stake... A completely addictive story of a relationship built on passion, poisoned by secrets and violence. Perfect for readers of Blood Orange and Big Little Lies.Trade ReviewA brilliantly written psychological thriller, its twists and turns executed with devastating precision. Everyone *needs* to read this -- Janice Hallett, author of THE APPEALWhat I love most is the prodigious humanity Tina Baker manages to heap into her characters. She dares you to make judgements, delighting as you trip over your own assumptions. Every sentence is splinter-sharp, making the whole thing sing like the edge of an unsheathed knife -- Kate Simants, author of A RUINED GIRLA slow-burn thriller which is both horrifying and touching but also manages touches of humour. Compelling -- Catherine Cooper, author of THE CHALETThis exquisitely dark, disturbing and explosive thriller gripped my throat and didn't let go until the final, searing sentence -- Caroline England, author of MY HUSBAND'S LIESA pacy, heart-stopping, brutal yet humorous roller coaster of a read -- J.M. Hewitt, author of THE LIFE SHE WANTSBy the last third of the book, I was scared to pick it up and scared to put it down. Brilliantly executed -- Eddie MairI couldn't put it down from the first page to the last ... a whirlwind of emotions. Compulsive and tense -- Louise Mullins, author of I KNOW YOUAn addictive, brutal read * Woman's Own *

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Book Synopsis'Prepare yourself for twist after exciting twist. A standout novel plotted with surgical precision' KARIN SLAUGHTER Keep your family close, because your enemies are closer. University student Matt Pine has just received devastating news. Nearly his entire family have been found dead while holidaying in Mexico. The local police claim it was an accident, but the FBI aren't convinced – and they won't tell Matt why. The tragedy thrusts his family into the media spotlight again. Seven years ago, Matt's older brother, Danny, was sentenced to life in prison for murdering his teenage girlfriend. Danny has always sworn he was innocent, and last year, a true crime documentary that claimed he was wrongfully convicted went viral. Now his family's murder is overlapping with Danny's case, Matt is determined to uncover the truth behind the crime that sent his brother to prison. Even if it means putting his own life in danger, and confronting his every last fear. Read this gripping thriller, perfect for fans of Karin Slaughter and Lisa Jewell. Praise for EVERY LAST FEAR: 'Explosive! A knife-edged thriller that explores the true meaning of family, including love, loyalty and lies' LISA GARDNER, #1 New York Times bestselling author 'Brilliant... Hooks you from the very first page and keeps you guessing until the final explosive twist. Taut, smart, and compelling. A do not miss!' LIV CONSTANTINE, internationally bestselling author 'Jaw-dropping Every Last Fear [is] a powerful, standout thriller. Hands down the best thriller I've read this year' JENNIFER HILLIER, author of the award-winning Jar of Hearts ' Every Last Fear reads like a bullet and had me hooked from the first few brutal pages' BRIAN PANOWICH, author of the award-winning Bull MountainTrade ReviewPrepare yourself for twist after exciting twist. A standout novel plotted with surgical precision -- Karin SlaughterExplosive! A knife-edged thriller that explores the true meaning of family, including love, loyalty and lies -- Lisa GardnerBrilliant. Finlay weaves a story as mesmerizing as it is heartbreaking. Hooks you from the very first page and keeps you guessing until the final explosive twist. Taut, smart, and compelling. A do not miss! -- Liv ConstantineJaw-dropping. Every Last Fear is a powerful, standout thriller. Finlay is a masterful storyteller, seamlessly shifting perspectives and timelines to add layers of emotional depth and suspense to this fast-paced, expertly plotted, utterly engrossing novel. Hands down the best thriller I've read this year -- Jennifer HillierIntriguing... [Every Last Fear] ticks all the boxes and pushes all the right buttons' * The Times *A hugely ambitious novel that satisfies on so many different levels. It's a riveting mystery, a propulsive thriller, and a moving portrait of a family torn apart, and brought together, by tragedy -- Lou BerneyAlex Finlay knows exactly what he or she is doing and in a bravura performance has given us an absolute cracker of a crime thriller... A large cast of characters, different points-of-view narration and a likeable and competent female FBI agent, all keep the story moving at a fair lick, with some neat revelations and gut-churning twists along the way' * ShotsMag *This is as much family story as thriller... A compelling one' * The Times *The book kept my attention from the first explosive page. Alex Finlay has produced a mystery that thrills and surprises in equal measure and I enjoyed it enormously. Recommended * Promoting Crime Fiction *

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Book SynopsisOne rotten apple can spoil the bunchThe Keane sisters grew up together at Raven House, a luxurious riverside home that their mother inherited. On the day of a party at the house, tension fills the air as Jess, Natalie and Teresa all fear the exposure of things they’re desperate to hide. The beautiful evening is marred by tragedy, and a celebration turns into a nightmare when a young life is lost. It is a haunting reminder of a shocking event five years earlier. As guests eye their companions with suspicion, it’s the family who have the most to hide. They turn on one another, with breathtaking malice and irrevocable consequences.Years later, the sisters are barely hanging on to the scraps of their relationship. As another family celebration looms, long-held secrets come rushing to the surface. But someone is determined that the past will stay dead and buried, and will stop at nothing to prevent their mistakes being uncovered.Which sister has the most to hide? A secret that they would kill to keep…A compelling thriller about the secrets families keep that you won’t be able to put down. Perfect for fans of Shari Lapena, Gillian McAllister and B. A. Paris.Praise for The Bad Sister:‘A riveting and compelling read' Karen King, author of The Stranger in My Bed'Absorbing, compelling and intriguing, The Bad Sister kept me guessing right to the end' Emma Haughton, author of The Dark'A beautifully dark story of family secrets' Sarah Ward, author of A Patient Fury'Psychological thriller writing at its best – Corrigan produces an intriguing tale of tragic consequences to secrets kept for too long' David Evans, author of Disposal'What a read! Super twisty and atmospheric with three fascinating, flawed female leads. It kept me guessing till the end.' Laura Wilkinson, author of Skin Deep'I absolutely love this book. It’s a fast paced thriller. It will absolutely leave you on the edge of your seat.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'An amazing thriller that really kept me interested. I was immediately drawn in by the characters in the setting. But the story kept me mesmerized. Filled with twists and turns and shocking revelations, this is one you don't want to miss!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'OH MY GOSH this book was incredible - I mean truly incredible. It was well written with a compelling storyline and well developed characters that were totally believable. It was mysterious, twisty and had a level of unpredictability that kept me guessing until the end. It was tense and fast paced and I couldn't put it down - and actually didn't from start to finish. I loved it' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I loved this one. Very fast paced, had me turning pages as I tore through it – I had to see how it would end. The characters were well rounded and the narrative felt believable. Gave me chills. Solid five.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book is phenomenal. A really well written book, gripping, twisty turny and gripping from the very first page until the very last you will not want to put this book down. It is amazing.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Among the best of the psychological thrillers that I have read. The author has smashed it out of the park… A fresh plot and so gripping throughout.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Book SynopsisTHE TOP 10 BESTSELLER'An emotional read that pulls you in all directions. I was completely absorbed from the first page' Gemma RogersYou want your sister to have all her heart desires. But - what if she wants your children?Maggie has everything her sister Rose always wanted. A handsome husband and two adorable children, Emily and Elliot.But what Rose doesn’t see is that Maggie is struggling. Every day is a fog of sleep loss and mess made by two tiny children. Left alone in her distress by husband Stephen, Maggie drifts ever closer to the edge.When Maggie finally cracks, walking out one day and not returning, Rose is right there to step into the breach . . .You trust your sister to look after your children. But should you?Perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty and Celeste Ng.What people are saying about The Cuckoo Sister‘It begins with a visceral shock and evolves through unexpected twists and turns to a deeply felt and satisfying conclusion’ Greg Mosse, author of The Coming Darkness'This was a beautifully written debut that handles a difficult subject matter with a delicacy that makes me excited to read whatever Alison Stockham writes next' Stacy Thomas, author of The Revels‘This book comes with a killer hook… Sibling relationships, post-natal depression, marriages with cracks that turn into fissures and the nature of friendship are all explored via a pacy storyline.’ Jo Leevers, author of Tell Me How It Ends'Stormed through The Cuckoo Sister by Alison Stockham... A fascinating premise and she handles it admirably, with nuance and compassion.' Laura Pearson, author of I Wanted You To Know, Missing Pieces & Nobody’s Wife'Beautifully poignant and utterly compelling.' Alex Stone, author of The Perfect Daughter and The Other Girlfriend'An emotional and relatable story.' Louise Douglas, author of The Room in the Attic and The Lost Notebook'Such a clever and engaging book with a late twist that I absolutely did not predict.' Beth Miller, author of The Missing Letters of Mrs Bright & The Woman Who Came Back To Life'A brilliant concept delivered with real emotional depth and clout. I felt for each and every character in this story of family, guilt and deepest desires' Gytha Lodge, author of Little Sister, Lie Beside Me, Watching From The Dark & She Lies in Wait**'I devoured The Cuckoo Sister in a day . . . Cleverly written, emotionally and psychologically complex. It’s a brilliant intense read' Elspells‘Beautifully written, interesting & completely gripping . . . This is definitely one that would be perfect for book clubs’ Little Miss Book Lover 87

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Book Synopsis* Don't miss 'THE CHEMISTRY OF DEATH' TV SERIES - now streaming on Paramount+ * Adapted from The Chemistry of Death and Written in Bone - starring Harry Treadaway as Dr David HunterA killer on the loose. A murder disguised as an accident . . . As a favour to a colleague, Dr David Hunter is on the remote Hebridean island of Runa to inspect a grisly discovery. He's familiar with death in all its guises but is shocked by what he finds: a body, incinerated but for the feet and a single hand.It appears to be a textbook case of spontaneous human combustion.The local police are certain it's an accidental death but to Hunter the scorched remains suggest otherwise,And as the isolated community considers the enormity of Hunter's findings, a catastrophic storm hits the island. The power goes down, communication with the outside world ceases . . .And the killing begins in earnest. Trade ReviewMasterful storytelling and macabre forensic details make his novels utterly chilling reads -- TESS GERRITSENBeckett cranks up the suspense... some unexpected twists and a gory climax * Daily Telegraph *Well paced and contains a whole load of spicy ingredients * Daily Mirror *Excellent... an atmospheric, exciting story... the information about forensic medicine is as instructive as Patricia Cornwell's * Literary Review *One of the country's best crime writers * SUNDAY EXPRESS *

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Book SynopsisI lost him. I let go of his hand to do up my shoelaces and I lost him ... As a blizzard rages in the vast, white expanse of the Alaskan wilderness, a woman walks alone with a child. No-one sees her as she stops to tie her laces. Seconds later, the child has vanished. In the snow, every minute counts. Soon, each of the very few neighbours joins the search to find the boy before it's too late. As their hunt intensifies, connections are made, their secrets unearthed, and it seems that freezing to death is not the only danger they fear in this isolated edge of the world.Trade ReviewThe Alaskan wilds are the setting for Marie Vingtras's compelling Blizzard ... a chilling, tense read * Observer *A chilly tale marked by twisted fates . . . the book commands the reader's attention until the end * Kirkus Reviews *What is so striking about Blizzard . . . is Vingtras' immediate and formidable linguistic precision * Le Monde *A perfect structure. . . tension to the very end * Express *A dark but luminous novel * Libération *Standing proudly above everything else is the state of Alaska, majestically menacing in all its snowy glory. It's so well drawn as to induce shivers as you read ... Whatever your reading preferences, I'd recommend adding Marie Vingtras to list of your authors to watch. * Crime Fiction Lover *A rollercoaster read, wrap up warm as Blizzard will chill and thrill ... I could not put this down * Writing.ie *Thrilling and intriguing right from the very first page to the very last. I loved it. -- Michelle TeahanPacy and compelling ... the characters so intriguing and full of secrets ... I was with them every step! -- Jessica Irena Smith

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Book SynopsisThe Wives. You’re not the only one… ‘Will leave the most sure-footed reader uneasy until the last word is read’ Sunday Times bestselling author Colleen Hoover ‘I was hooked to the very last page’ Sunday Times bestselling author Adele Parks You’ve never met the other wives. None of you know each other, you see your husband only one day a week. Thursday. But you don’t care, you love him that much. Or at least that’s what you’ve told yourself… And then, one day it all changes. You thought you were fine with this, with only having a fraction of a husband. But you can’t help yourself, you start to dig. You begin tracking them down, the other days… Who is Monday and why does she have bruises on her arms? Is she being abused? By who? Her husband? Your husband? What else is he keeping from you? And who is he, really? Readers LOVE The Wives: ‘A total mindf***, but I honestly could not put it down. From the first chapter until the last I was engrossed; this story took me on a roller coaster of emotions. A psychological thriller of the best kind… this book will stay with me for a long time to come.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book will blow your mind.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Had me hooked right from the first page wanting to know more so I was constantly guessing at what would happen next… you NEED to read this book!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Every now and then a book comes along with a plot so twisted it blows you away… This is that book! From the get go I was hooked and this book just kept reeling me in… a psychological thriller of epic proportions, this will definitely be hard to beat.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book was all consuming and had me completely hooked and I couldn't pay attention to anything else around me until I had finished it. It was full of twists and turns; as soon as you think you've worked out what is going on, the story is flipped on its head again! Even until the very last sentence was a shock and I'm still not quite sure what I just read!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Trade Review Praise for The Wives: ‘Will leave the most sure-footed reader uneasy until the last word is read’ New York Times bestselling author Colleen Hoover ‘A compulsive, brilliant, enthralling thriller… a novel that totally captures absolute love and utter deception, total obsession and cruel betrayal. I was hooked to the very last page’ Sunday Times No.1 bestselling author, Adele Parks ‘Fans of B A Paris will love this addictive page-turner’ Woman’s Weekly ‘This page-turning psychological thriller by Tarryn Fisher will leave you guessing right until the end’ HELLO! ‘A perfect page-turner…a must-read’ Woman & Home ‘Nail-biting, heart-clenchingly good from the start, with characters that you both root and cringe for. I loved every word’ New York Times bestselling author Alessandra Torre ‘A fantastic thriller that asks the question: how well do we know the people we love? Filled with twists and turns you won't see coming, The Wives is a winner’ PopSugar ‘Not just an original story but an equally original plot twist … an emotional and psychological crescendo that will keep readers on their toes until its final page’ USA Today ‘Fisher smoothly inserts moments of self-doubt, longing, paranoia, and triumph into her unsettling narrative as she draws the reader into Thursday’s conflicted and increasingly complicated life. Suspense fans will be rewarded’ Publishers Weekly ‘An intriguing plot takes some sharp twists in the search for the elusive truth in this fast-reading domestic thriller’ Booklist

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Book SynopsisA killer with a passion for the past, his victims tortured beyond endurance, and all done in the name of a game: DIE FOR ME is bestselling Karen Rose at her most chilling best. Part of the Philadelphia/Atlanta series. ''Delivers the kind of high-wire suspense that keeps you riveted to the edge of your seat'' Lisa Gardner.A multimedia designer is hard at work. His latest computer game, Inquisitor, heralds a new era in state-of-the-art graphics. But there''s only one way to ensure that the death scenes are realistic enough... In an isolated field in Philapelphia, Detective Ciccotelli''s day begins with one grave, one body and no murder weapon. It ends with sixteen graves, but only nine bodies and the realisation that the killer is going to strike again. When it''s discovered that the murder weapons are similar to those used in medieval torture, Ciccotelli, knowing he''s going up against the most dangerous opponent of his career, enlists Trade Review'A blend of hard-edged police procedural and romance...more shockingly detailed than anything in Karin Slaughter or Patricia Cornwell's thrillers' * Irish Independent *'The new girl on the block in terms of exhilarating, full-throttle thriller writers...Sterling stuff' * News of the World *'Page-turning' * Sunday Express *

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Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author of The Last House Guest, a Reese's Book Club pick.We had no warning that she would come back...Welcome to Hollow's Edge - a picture-perfect neighbourhood where everyone has each other's backs. At least, that's how it used to be, until the night Brandon and Fiona Truett were found dead...Two years ago, branded a grifter, thief and sociopath by her friends and neighbours, Ruby Fletcher was convicted of murdering the Truetts. Now, freed by mistrial, Ruby has returned to Hollow's Edge. But why would she come back? No one wants her there, least of all her old housemate, Harper Nash. As Ruby's return sends shockwaves through the community, terrified residents turn on each other, and it soon becomes clear that not everyone was honest about the night the Truetts died. When Harper begins to receive threatening, anonymous notes, she realizes she has to uncover the truth before someone else gets hurt... Someone like her.Trade ReviewJaw-dropping plot twists galore * Times Crime Club *Miranda is a master of misdirection and sudden plot twists, leading up to a wallop of an ending. A powerful, paranoid thriller * Booklist (Starred review) *The twists keep coming until the very last page. Agatha Christie fans will welcome this 21st-century update on the classic golden age village mystery. * Publishers Weekly *A claustrophobic and suspenseful whodunit...that ponders the eternal question of how well we really know those closest to us * BookPage (Starred Review) *The perfect suburban setting; the secretive, quirky neighbors; three unsolved murders; and an Agatha Christie vibe make this whodunit an excellent beach read. * Library Journal *An unnerving and extremely classy thriller * Observer on The Girl from Widow Hills *Are you paying attention? You'll need to be; this thriller will test your brain with its reverse chronological structure, and it's a page-turner to boot. * Elle Magazine on All The Missing Girls *Fast-paced and gripping * People on The Last House Guest *

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Book SynopsisThe Number One bestselling, award-winning Queen of crime fiction Val McDermid delivers a searing psychological suspense thriller. A serial killer is on the loose. His victims? Crime writersA murderer is at large, hunting with a bloodlust that shatters all the conventional wisdom on how serial killers operate.Professor Fiona Cameron is a psychologist who uses computer technology to track serial offenders. She vowed never to work for the Met again after they went against her advice and screwed up an investigation as a result. But when her lover, thriller writer Kit Martin, tells her a fellow crime novelist has been murdered, Fiona can't help taking an interest.With the killer striking again, Fiona is caught in a race against time, not only to save a life, but to bring herself redemption, both personal and professional.Trade Review'She is the real mistress of psychological gripping thrillers; no-one can plot or tell a story like she can. The hairs on my neck literally stood up' Express 'McDermid has become our leading pathologist of everyday evil… The subtle orchestration of terror is masterful' Guardian 'Dark, clever and timely' Scotland on Sunday Praise for Val McDermid: 'Val McDermid is a roaring Ferrari amid the crowded traffic on the crime-writing road' Independent ‘Manchester's answer to Thomas Harris’ Guardian

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Book SynopsisThe brand new psychological thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author of It's Always The HusbandWe were drawn in from the first page' BellaA young Harvard law student falls under the spell of a charismatic judge in this timely and thrilling novel about class, ambition, family and murder.Madison Rivera lands the internship of a lifetime working for Judge Kathryn Conroy. But Madison has a secret that could destroy her career. Her troubled younger brother Danny has been arrested, and Conroy is the judge on his case.When Danny goes missing after accusing the judge of corruption, Madison's quest for answers brings her deep into the judge's glamorous world. Is Kathryn Conroy a mentor, a victim, or a criminal? Is she trying to help Madison or use her as a pawn? And why is somebody trying to kill her?As the two women circle each other in a dangerous cat-and-mouse game, will they save each other, or will betrayal leave one of them dead?Praise for The Intern:Campbell keeps the twists comTrade Review Praise for Michele Campbell: ‘Fans of Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng will love the untangling of these seemingly perfect lives’i News ‘You’ll be desperate to know what went down at the lake’ The Sun ‘Gripping … a genuinely suspenseful thrill ride. It’s a whole lot of fun’Heat ‘A gripping page-tuner…will suit fans of Liane Moriarty’ Hello ‘The narrative powers through to a gripping conclusion’ Press Association ‘Skilful characterisation… shocking final twist’Booklist ‘Readers will… be drawn in to the novel’s intricate exploration of divided loyalties and the brittleness of trust’Publishers Weekly ‘After all the twists and turns, you’ll want to start this book all over again, it’s that good!’Woman’s Weekly ‘A cracking whodunit that will keep you guessing’ Woman’s Own ‘A page-turning whodunnit that will speak to anyone who's ever had a frenemy’Ruth Ware, bestselling author of The Woman in Cabin Ten ‘A gripping, tangled web of a novel—it pulls you in and doesn’t let you go. I loved it!’Shari Lapena, author of The Couple Next Door ‘Skilful and addictive’ B A Paris, bestselling author of Behind Closed Doors ‘Utterly compelling… Twisted, shocking and sharply observed’ Samantha King ‘Rides its rising tide of terror to a finale that blanched my knuckles. An exceptionally suspenseful thriller’A J Finn

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Book SynopsisDon''t Look Back is the brilliant new thriller from Gregg Hurwitz.AloneIt was the holiday of a lifetime - a chance for Eve Hardaway to rediscover herself following the break-up of her marriage. Until Eve catches a glimpse of someone she should never have seen. Afraid She was not the first to do so. But a woman who previously laid eyes on this mysterious stranger has disappeared without trace. Soon Eve and her travelling companions look set to suffer the same fate. On the run Then a storm cuts off their remote jungle camp from the outside world. And Eve knows that if she is ever going to see her young son again, she will be forced to find reserves of courage and resourcefulness she never dreamt she possessed. Or die trying ... With great pace and pitch-perfect characterisation, Gregg Hurwitz ratchets up the tension in Don''t Look Back, his exceptional new thriller. Fans of Harlan Coben aTrade ReviewOutstanding in every way -- Lee ChildPure nail-biting stay-up-all-night suspense -- Harlan CobenTough, well-written, and memorable as hell -- James PattersonLeaves your nerves jangled and your braincells melted -- David BaldacciThriller-writing at its best -- Tess GerritsenGripping -- Michael ConnellyA quantum leap forward in suspense -- Dennis LehaneSo fast it should come with an airbag -- Linwood BarclaySimply brilliant . . . infinitely more than a thriller, yet thrilling to the last page . . . An unforgettable read -- Anne RiceHurwitz never disappoints . . . with Don't Look Back, he takes his storytelling talents to new heights of suspense and terror . . . From the opening moment of tension to the singularly terrifying final act, this story of survival and death left me breathless. Not to be missed -- James RollinsThrilling ... Hurwitz skilfully ratchets up the tension as his characters prove their mettle through nerve-wracking and exciting trials * Publishers Weekly *Hurwitz again proves himself a plot master ... he adds to his string of imaginative thrillers with an action-adventure story ready for blockbuster Hollywood * Kirkus Reviews *A terrific book. Terrifying and exhilarating ... Don't Look Back is thrilling beginning to end and powerfully gratifying. -- Megan AbbottA taut, smart, suspense-filled ride to satisfy the most discerning of thrill seekers. * Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisRich in intrigue, intensity and atmosphere, Friday on my Mind is classic Nicci French - a dark, gripping and sophisticated masterclass in psychological suspense in which nothing is quite what it seems . . .When a bloated corpse is found floating in the River Thames the police can at least sure that identifying the victim will be straightforward. Around the dead man''s wrist is a hospital band. On it are the words Dr F. Klein . . .But psychotherapist Frieda Klein is very much alive. And, after evidence linking her to the murder is discovered, she becomes the prime suspect.Unable to convince the police of her innocence, Frieda is forced to make a bold decision in order to piece together the terrible truth before it''s too late either for her or for those she loves.Friday on my Mind is the fifth addictive and intriguing novel in the Frieda Klein series by the bestselling author Nicci French.Praise for Nicci French:<Trade ReviewNicci French's sophisticated, compassionate and gripping crime novels stand head and shoulders above the competition. -- Sophie HannahBrilliantly crafted . . . masterly control of suspense * Daily Mirror *Tense, frightening, gripping * Easy Living *Dark, nerve-tingling and addictive * Daily Express *Magnificent * Evening Standard *French leads the field * Sunday Express *

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Book SynopsisSummer. 1930. The hottest day of the year. And Dr Bickleigh has murder in mind.A classic crime masterpiece from ''One of crime fiction''s greatest innovators'' Independent''A fascinating insight into a troubled mind, and a gripping thriller'' GuardianOn a balmy summer''s day in 1930 the great and the good of the county are out in force for the annual, much-anticipated tennis party at the Bickleighs, although not everyone has much enthusiasm for the game. The tennis party exists for other reasons - and charmingly mannered infidelity is now the most popular pastime in the small but exclusive Devonshire hamlet of Wyvern''s Cross.Which is why, in his own garden, the host, Dr Edmund Bickleigh, is desperately fighting to conceal the two things on his mind: a mounting passion for Gwynyfryd Rattery - and the certain conviction that he is going to kill his wife . . .Trade ReviewIn MALICE AFORETHOUGHT Francis Iles created the modern crime novel -- Peter LoveseyA fascinating insight into a troubled mind, and a gripping thriller, the novel has been twice adapted for television with Hywel Bennett and Ben Miller in the main part * GUARDIAN *This classic crime novel, with its focus on the mindset of a murderer, set the genre in a new direction * PUBLISHERS WEEKLY *A pioneer of psychological suspense fiction with a seasoning of cynical wit * MYSTERY SCENE *Psychologically convincing and beautifully paced, with a nifty twist at the last minute * THE BOOKSELLER Top 10 Crime Novels to Read Before you Die *One of crime fiction's greatest innovators * INDEPENDENT *

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Book Synopsis'Francis Ackerman [is] a manipulative monster with a corrupt conscience' THE TIMES You don't know the meaning of pain. Let me teach you. A father returns home to find that his family has been kidnapped. He can get them back – alive – if he agrees to pay the ransom. The price is simple: the life of an innocent. Special Agent Marcus Williams is the only one who can stop the Coercion Killer. But to do so, he must first untangle his family's dark past. A past that ties him to the infamous serial killer Francis Ackerman Jr. Marcus knows that uniting with Francis will be dangerous. But the Coercion Killer has scarred their lives, and is poised to destroy many more. Sometimes stopping the worst of the worst is a job for the best of the bad. Praise for Ethan Cross: 'The surprises are fast and furious and will leave you breathless to read more' LISA GARDNER 'A fast paced, all too real thriller with a villain right out of James Patterson and Criminal Minds' ANDREW GROSS 'A great mix of gruesome murders, a psychotic killer, revenge and great writing' CRIMESQUADTrade ReviewA violent and exceptionally gory example of the sub-Hannibal Lecter genre * Irish Independent *PRAISE FOR ETHAN CROSS: 'Ethan Cross manages to pull a new variant out of the black hat in Francis Ackerman... A manipulative monster with a corrupt conscience' The Times. 'A great mix of gruesome murders, a psychotic killer, revenge and great writing... I would recommend this book and make Cross an author to watch in future' CrimeSquad. 'A rather unusual talent has suddenly appeared, fully formed... However many chapters you may plan to read, you will be persuaded to read just one more. The 300 pages turn very swiftly indeed' Barry Forshaw, We Love This Book. 'The surprises are fast and furious and will leave you breathless to read more' Lisa Gardner. 'A fast paced, all too real thriller with a villain right out of James Patterson and Criminal Minds' -- Andrew Gross

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Book Synopsis An edge-of-your-seat psychological thriller from the acclaimed author of Every Line of You – A Good Girl's Guide to Murder meets virtual reality ... 'This dark, dystopian thriller is genuinely disturbing and the final twist is a genuine shock ... Chilling.' DAILY MAIL 'A pixelated whirlwind of a ride through the darkest secrets of the human mind, explored through the lens of virtual reality gaming!' LEE NEWBERY, AUTHOR OF THE LAST FIREFOX Lola's been selected to play a new virtual reality game – Better Than Life. In her game, she's loved. Is beautiful. Can do whatever she wants. But she quickly breaks the one rule: not to recreate people or places from real life. She recreates her house and a boy she fancies. Soon she's skipping school to play. But Lola has secrets - dark ones that begin to surface inside her game - and the more she tries to fix her problems, the more she overlooks a much bigger threat ... An original, high-concept psychological thriller – Holly Jackson meets VR horror Set in an exclusive boarding school, this rollercoaster ride of a story involves an unreliable narrator,immersive gaming, a dark secret and a huge twist Perfect for fans of Cynthia Murphy and Kathryn Foxfield PRAISE FOR EVERY LINE OF YOU: 'What a debut. So tense – and it didn't lead where I thought it was going.' SUE WALLMAN, author of YOUR TURN TO DIE 'Frankenstein meets Heathers. Bonnie and Clyde for the digital age, Every Line of You is a gripping thriller about the power of AI and a fresh twist on the intensity of first love.' AMY MCCAW, author of MINA AND THE UNDEAD

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Book SynopsisThe final book in Dolores Redondo's atmospheric Baztan trilogy, featuring Inspector Amaia Salazar. With masterful storytelling and a detective to rival Sarah Lund, this Spanish bestselling series has taken Europe by storm.It begins with a murdered child. It ends in a valley where nightmares are born.When Detective Inspector Amaia Salazar is called in to investigate the death of a baby girl, she finds an ominous sign that points to murder.The girl's grandmother tells the police that the Inguma' was responsible an evil demon of Basque mythology that kills people in their sleep Amaia is forced to return to the Baztán valley for answers.Back where it all began, she comes face to face with a ghost from her past. And finally uncovers a devastating truth that has ravaged the valley for years.Trade Review‘A remarkable trilogy … a brilliant novel in its own right … magnificent’ Sunday Times Crime Book of the Month Praise for Dolores Redondo: ‘A fascinating protagonist’ Isabel Allende ‘Myth and reality blend in this sophisticated and razor-sharp thriller … gritty, fascinating and compelling’ Steve Berry ‘This first volume in a planned trilogy is an international bestseller, combining singular characters and an eerily atmospheric setting’ Sunday Times ‘Has so many facets to it that it becomes utterly compelling’Publishing Perspectives An intriguing read – compelling and often dark’ Liz Loves Books blog ‘Well-written and engaging’ Raven Crime Reads blog

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