Romantic suspense

Book Synopsis*Now an original movie from Amazon Prime**A BookTok and Wattpad Viral Sensation*Fast-paced and sizzling with a forbidden enemies-to-lovers romance, My Fault is the first book in Mercedes Ron's Culpable trilogy. This suspenseful YA series untangles the threads of love, trauma, and secrets, perfect for fans of Ugly Love and After.Seventeen-year-old Noah Morgan loves her quiet, normal life in Toronto. But when her mother returns from a cruise unexpectedly married to a billionaire and announces they are moving to L.A., Noah is suddenly shoved out of her comfort zone and into a glittering world of illegal street races, lavish pool parties, and spoiled rich kids.And her new stepbrother Nicholas is the most spoiled of them all. Arrogant, aloof, and viciously attractive, Nick is everything she hates, especially when she learns his bad boy persona isn't just a façade. She's spent her life running from danger, and Nick is danger incarnate. Yet neither of them can prevent the powerful attraction that flares between them-enough to turn their worlds upside-down and tempt them beyond all reason.But Noah's past may be even more dangerous than their forbidden romance. And if he wants her, Nick will have to decide if he's willing to risk everything.Filled with angst, danger, and electric attraction, My Fault is perfect for readers looking for:Contemporary teen romance booksUnputdownable & bingeworthy novelsTikTok booksAfter meets The Kissing BoothColleen Hoover fansForbidden romanceDual POVs and enemies-to-lovers

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Book SynopsisLONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN''S PRIZE FOR FICTIONA BBC 2 ''BETWEEN THE COVERS'' BOOK CLUB PICK''Wonderful'' RICHARD OSMAN''Perfect'' INDIA KNIGHT''Beautiful'' JESSIE BURTON''Witty and sharp'' DAVID NICHOLLS1957, the suburbs of south east London. Jean Swinney is a journalist on a local paper, trapped in a life of duty and disappointment from which there is no likelihood of escape. When a young woman, Gretchen Tilbury, contacts the paper to claim that her daughter is the result of a virgin birth, it is down to Jean to discover whether she is a miracle or a fraud. As the investigation turns her quiet life inside out, Jean is suddenly given an unexpected chance at friendship, love and - possibly - happiness.''Gorgeous . . . I could not recommend it more'' PANDORA SYKES''Remarkable . . . Small Pleasures is no small pleasure'' THE TIMES''Irresistible . . . wry, perceptive and quietlyTrade ReviewA very fine book... It's witty and sharp and reads like something by Barbara Pym or Anita Brookner, without ever feeling like a pastiche. * David Nicholls, author of ONE DAY *Perfect. * India Knight *Small lives, love and loneliness, wit and despair all wrapped in an unexpected mystery and placed in a perfectly-realised 50s setting. Effortless to read, but every sentence lingers in the mind. * Lissa Evans, author of OLD BAGGAGE *This is one of the most tender, beautiful books I have ever read. Please, please order it now for July. I honestly don't want you to be without it. It is exquisite. * Lucy Mangan *I've had about five people recommend this to me, which is quite rare... It's a novel about the last throw of the dice, the last chance perhaps of finding a life of happiness when you've had a struggle. The writing is beautiful. This is also the first novel Chambers has written for 10 years, which I find really inspiring. I think there's this discourse in our culture that you've got to have everything done in your first book ... But Chambers has been away for 10 years and she's come back with this absolute humdinger. It's just so nice to read a book by someone who's so confident with their talent. I'm glad she's having this renaissance. * Jessie Burton *Quietly remarkable... Small Pleasures is no small pleasure. -- Andrew Billen * THE TIMES *Small Pleasures is an almost flawlessly written tale of genuine, grown-up romantic anguish. Written in prose that is clipped as closely as suburban hedges, this is a book about seemingly mild people concealing turbulent feelings... one of the great strengths of the book is its tender, atmospheric descriptions of England: wet leaves, misted windows, the "melancholy sense of approaching dusk". Small Pleasures succeeds in creating one of those enclosed fictional worlds that, however desolate, has its own rules, its own flavour and its own charm. -- Johanna Thomas-Corr * THE SUNDAY TIMES *There's compassion and quiet humour to be found in this tale of a putative virgin birth in postwar suburban London... Chambers's eye for drab, undemonstrative details achieves a Larkin-esque lucidity. -- Alfred Hickling * GUARDIAN *An irresistible novel - wry, perceptive and quietly devastating. -- Hephzibah Anderson * MAIL ON SUNDAY *Small Pleasures is no twee romance, but a quietly compelling novel of duty and desire. -- Francesca Carington * THE SUNDAY TELEGRAPH *Wonderful. * Richard Osman *A wonderful novel. I loved it. * Nina Stibbe *Miraculous. * Tracy Chevalier *A beautiful and moving read set in 1950s suburbia that'll be on bookseller tables across the land this summer -- Francesca Brown * STYLIST *This is a dazzling, exquisitely written story of how happiness and even love can find us when we least expect it. -- Sarra Manning * RED *There are small pleasures aplenty in Clare Chambers' quietly observed, 1950s-set story... Chambers' novel combines a startling storyline with an engagingly nuanced portrait of post-war suburban femininity. -- Claire Allfree * METRO *A stunning novel to steal your heart. * WOMAN & HOME *A wonderfully compassionate imagining of the post-war years, darned with the fine skeins of love. -- Kerry Fowler * SAINSBURY’S MAGAZINE *I loved this novel, which simmers with repressed emotions, and the gut punch of an ending really stayed with me. -- Jo Finney * GOOD HOUSEKEEPING, Book of the Month *The glorious literary equivalent of pulling the duvet over your head... Both an absorbing mystery and a tender love story - and the ending is devastating. Chambers is a writer who finds the truth in things. If you admire Tessa Hadley or Anne Tyler (and there are shades of Barbara Pym too), then this is one for you. -- Alice O'Keefe * The Bookseller, Book of the Month *It is a glorious piece of storytelling where powerful emotions and awful revelations are treated with a dignity that makes them all the more devastating. -- Eithne Farry * DAILY MIRROR *A gentle, heart-aching mystery that's infused with empathy and a keen understanding of stifling 1950s mores. -- Stephanie Cross * DAILY MAIL *The author's first novel in almost 10 years is so good it made me want to read her entire backlist!.. An enticing read. -- Nina Pottell * PRIMA *I am perverse about those books that acquire a sudden, unexpected popularity; perhaps a combination of natural contrariness and fear of being out of step with the cultural zeitgeist. I'm glad I overcame that irrational prejudice for Small Pleasures by Clare Chambers, another story of lives that appear to have hit the buffers... A little gem of a book that transplants the listener quite elsewhere, while exploring the abiding issue of how much we are prepared to suspend our disbelief if we glimpse a chance of happiness. * Financial Times (Best Audiobooks) *Clare Chambers's novel is a delight to read: completely and utterly haunting... Quietly confident with moments of vibrant humour, this is an exquisitely drawn study of human fragility. -- Helena Gumley-Mason * THE LADY *Part mystery, part love story, part reflection on changing attitudes to sexuality in post-war Britain, Small Pleasures is a disarmingly gentle read that quietly builds to a devastating conclusion. -- Scarlett Sangster * PRESS ASSOCIATION - syndicated across regional newspapers and websites *A devourable mystery with a side order of love story set in 1950s suburbia. -- Rosamund Dean * GRAZIA *Hauntingly tender, and written with powerful grace, Clare Chambers's Small Pleasures is an absolute joy from start to finish... Laying bare a quivering three-way tug between obligation, propriety and passion, and the inexplicable way thunderbolt-bonds are formed between similar-souled individuals, Jean's conflicts and chance to love truly get under your skin. What a remarkable book, with a dagger-sharp climax that will pierce your heart. * LOVEREADING - July Picks of the Month and a Star Book *Beautiful... Small Pleasures is a sort of meditation on finding moments of joy (a solo cigarette, a melting ice-cream) in a context of wider sadness. * Emma Beddington in the Observer Magazine *Small Pleasures is a tender and heart-rending tale that will draw you in from the first page and keep you gripped until the very end. Exquisitely compelling! * Ruth Hogan, author of THE KEEPER OF LOST THINGS *Clare Chambers is that rare thing, a novelist of discreet hilarity, deep compassion and stiletto wit whose perspicacious account of suburban lives with their quiet desperation and unexpected passion makes her the 21st century heir to Jane Austen, Barbara Pym and Elizabeth Taylor. Small Pleasures is both gripping and a huge delight. I loved what she did with the trope of the claim of a virgin birth, and how the hope of a miracle opens the door to love, kindness and hope in an arid existence. This is better than Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine and deserves just as much acclaim. * Amanda Craig, author of THE LIE OF THE LAND *Clare Chambers is such a witty, astute and subtle writer. There is a delightful whiff of Pym or Whipple about Small Pleasures - it's an absolute delight! * Lucy Atkins, author of MAGPIE LANE *Elegant, compelling, funny, sad. I loved every word of this tone perfect novel. I was so absorbed I stopped only to wonder if the author had squirrelled away a lost classic by Barbara Pym and presented it as her own. * Polly Samson, author of A THEATRE FOR DREAMERS *Small Pleasures is a gorgeous treat of a novel: the premise is fascinating, the characters beautifully drawn and utterly compelling, the period setting masterfully and delicately evoked, and the plot is full of unexpected twists and turns. And oh, the finale broke my heart. I just couldn't put this novel down. * Laura Barnett, #1 bestselling author of THE VERSIONS OF US *I adored Small Pleasures. It's engrossing and gripping: you want to race on and relish every sentence at the same time. I love the way Clare writes - her wry, subtle turns of phrase, the humour in the smallest of observations, the finely drawn characters. A wonderful book' * Sabine Durrant, author of LIE WITH ME *A delicious mystery and a touching exploration of loneliness and desire in cloying 1950s suburbia - a great read. * Sally Magnusson, author of THE SEALWOMAN'S GIFT *Small Pleasures is the best sort of book: full of longing, regret and difficult emotions but leavened with so much warmth and humour it was a joy from start to finish. * Francesca Jakobi, author of BITTER *The must-read uplifting book of the summer. * WEST END LANE BOOKSHOP *You know one of those rare books that just immerses you with its richly constructed world and compelling narrative. Well, Small Pleasures is that book. * BOOK RIOT, Best Books of Summer 2020 *Praise for the audiobook:Narrated by Karen Cass, who ably gives voice to a range of characters including lugubrious journalists, the potential trickster, Swiss woman Gretchen Tilbury, and her phlegmatic husband Howard, it's a little gem of a book that transplants the listener quite elsewhere, while exploring the abiding issue of how much we are prepared to suspend our disbelief if we glimpse a chance of happiness. * FINANCIAL TIMES *The novel's charms lie less in its sensational subject than in the journalist's tentative efforts to escape the drab horizons of her daily existence. Quietly perfect. -- Claire Allfree * EVENING STANDARD, Books of the Year *Blissful. -- Cressida Connelly * THE SPECTATOR, Books of the Year *This is a dazzling, exquisitely written story of how happiness and even love can find us when we least expect it. -- Sarra Manning * RED MAGAZINE, 10 Best Books of 2020 *This novel brings a sensibility not unlike those of Barbara Pym and Philip Larkin to a story (inspired by a real-life episode in the 1950s) of a woman who claims to have had a child by virgin birth... In a milieu of reticence and chin-up stoicism, startling revelations surface and emotions hopefully stir. -- Peter Kemp * THE TIMES, Best Novels of 2020 *Made me want to read the whole of her back catalogue!... An enticing read. -- Nina Pottell * PRIMA, Books of the Year *One of the year's most quietly affecting books... achingly tender. * THE DAILY TELEGRAPH, Books of the Year *PRAISE FOR CLARE CHAMBERS'Clare Chambers is a diamond in the dust' Independent on Sunday'Clare Chambers' characters are so vivid that, by the end of the book, they feel like old friends' Daily MailA book I very much enjoyed and will be gifting is SMALL PLEASURES by Clare Chambers. It's a love story tangled up with a very satisfying mystery. The portrayal of post-war suburbia, its boredom and frustration, is so vivid and you long for the characters to find happiness. It's Brief Encounter with an ingenious twist. -- David Nicholls * GOOD HOUSEKEEPING, Books of the Year *Set in 1957, Chambers' atmospheric tale of lonely journalist Jean and her last chance at love is compelling, beautifully written and will shatter your heart into smithereens. Unmissable. -- Charlotte Heathcote * DAILY EXPRESS, Books of the Year *Clare Chambers' novels have a unique quality of elegiac charm, and Small Pleasures, her breakthrough success, is set inrecognisable 1950s' Kent. The setting alone is a wonderful escape from our own big bad reality and the plot - based on a true story of a woman who claimed to have undergone a virgin birth - is both striking and atmospheric. Hers is a lost suburban world of quiet anguish and inhibited ecstasies. Chambers is compared to Barbara Pym but is more joyful andaddictive. I was hooked from her first novel. Treat yourself to all her work. -- Jane Thynne * THE TABLET, Best Books of the Year *Some of the year's most purely enjoyable reading could be found in this perfectly formed, 1950s-set tale... A droll, charming and wholly absorbing blend of period mystery and romance. -- Anthony Cummins * METRO, Books of the Year *I loved this book. Thoughtful and empathetic storytelling that is full of suspense. It is full of conflict, asking questions about duty and happiness. -- Jamie Klingler * I NEWSPAPER *Clare Chambers's bittersweet novel of unexpected late love is beautifully observed and quietly compelling. -- Jane Shilling * DAILY MAIL *

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Book SynopsisThey're a match made in Hell.The Griffins and the Gallos have been battling for control of Chicago's underworld for generations. Their rivalry has always been flammable, but it reignites with a fury when Aida, the youngest and wildest Gallo sibling, crashes a party at the Griffin mansion and accidentally sets fire to the library. To stave off all-out war, her father quickly arranges a marriage between her and Callum Griffin, eldest son and heir to the Irish mafia.Cold, ambitious, and brutal, Callum is determined to tame his headstrong new bride. But Aida is more than capable of giving as good as she gets-starting with poisoning Callum on their wedding night. The problem is, murdering him would be a lot easier if he didn't look so good while she was trying to do it.She's got a lockbox around her heart. He's got something to prove.In their struggle for dominance, who will go up in flames first?

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Book SynopsisLucinda Riley was born in 1965 in Ireland and, after an early career as an actress in film, theatre and television, wrote her first novel aged twenty-four. Her books have been translated into thirty-seven languages and continue to strike an emotional chord with cultures all around the world. The Seven Sisters series specifically has become a global phenomenon, creating its own genre.Her books have been nominated for numerous awards, including the Italian Bancarella Prize, the Lovely Books Award in Germany, and the Romantic Novel of the Year Award. In 2020 she received the Dutch Platinum Award for sales over 300,000 copies for a single novel in one year a prize last won by J. K. Rowling for Harry Potter.In collaboration with her son Harry Whittaker, she also devised and wrote a series of books for children called The Guardian Angels.Though she brought up her four children mostly in Norfolk in England, in 2015 she fulfilled her dream of buying a remote farmhouTrade ReviewRiley brings us a cast of exquisitely drawn characters and as you slip effortlessly into their lives and share their hopes, dreams and fears, prepare to be intrigued, moved to tears [...] and ultimately uplifted -- Lancashire Evening Post, on The Butterfly RoomA brilliant page-turner just soaked in glamour and romance -- Daily Mail, on The Seven SistersA masterclass in beautiful writing -- The Sun, on The Sun Sister

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Book SynopsisRead the sensational romantic suspense novel from the author of the #1 film It Ends With Us''A beautiful read of soulmates split apart trying to find their way back. A wonderful story'' Reader review ?????''A tribute to love and soulmates and to taking a long hard look at your life!'' Reader review ?????Forgetting is terrifying. Remembering is worse Charlie Wynwood and Silas Nash have been best friends since they could walk. They''ve been in love since the age of fourteen. But as of this morning they are complete strangers. Their first kiss, their first fight, the moment they fell in love every memory has vanished.Now Charlie and Silas must work together to uncover the truth about what happened to them and why. But the more they learn about the couple they used to be the more they question why they were ever together to begin with.Forgetting is terrifying, but remembering may be worse.The Number One Sunday Times bestselling author of It Ends with Us joins forces with the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Wives for a gripping, twisty, romantic mystery that will leave you devastated.Praise for Colleen Hoover and Tarryn Fisher:The reigning queen of Booktok' Guardian''Compulsive, brilliant, enthralling I was hooked to the very last page'' Adele ParksReaders love Never Never''Absolutely loved this book. Had me gripped all the way through. Didn''t want to put it down'' Reader review ?????''This book makes you think and reflect! I'm a firm believer in everything happens for a reason. I think this book agrees with me'' Reader review ?????''I was enthralled all the way through this book will stay with me for a long time'' Reader review ?????''An amazingly exciting read. I couldn''t turn pages quick enough Two souls that should never be separated. And the Universe agrees'' Reader review ?????''I was swept up in Charlie and Silas''s world straight away I loved it'' Reader review ?????Trade Review Praise for Tarryn Fisher: ‘Compulsive, brilliant, enthralling’ Adele Parks ‘Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl will revel in The Wives… will keep readers on their toes until its final page’ USA TODAY ‘Dark, disturbing and deliciously addictive’ B A Paris Praise for Colleen Hoover: ‘The queen of the bestseller lists’ USA TODAY ‘No one delivers an emotional read like Colleen Hoover’ Anna Todd

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Book SynopsisBestselling author and Texas native, Kate Stewart, lives in North Carolina with her husband, Nick. Kate is a lover of all things '80s and '90s, especially John Hughes films and rap. She dabbles a little in photography, can knit a simple stitch scarf for necessity, and on occasion, does very well at whiskey.Her series, The Ravenhood Trilogy, consisting of Flock, Exodus, and The Finish Line, has become an international bestseller, a TikTok phenomenon and reader favourite.Trade ReviewA modern day re-telling of Robin Hood, Book One of The Ravenhood series is set to be a viral read . . . giving us all the steam. Buckle up. * Glamour Magazine *A gritty, steamy take on the genre that offers plenty of mystery, suspense and grey areas to get lost in . . . Flock is a wild ride of a novel that is almost impossible to put down.If you like your romance novels dark, steamy and filled with tension, Flock is easily a story you can get lost in – and luckily for those readers that find themselves hooked and eager for more, that cliffhanger ending will quickly be followed by two more books in the Ravenhood Cycle set to hit shelves in the UK next year. -- Megan Davies * Culturefly *Flock isn't just a book, it's an experience. A brilliant exploration of what happens when love, desire and deep secrets come to a crossroads, all masterfully woven in an unputdownable novel. -- Emma Scott, USA Today bestselling authorPoignant. Thought-provoking. Edgy. Beautifully original . . . Ravenhood . . . will bring you to the ledge of your comfort zone and lasso your heart, holding it captive until the very last page. -- Jewel E. Ann, Wall Street Journal & USA Today Bestselling Author. . . will leave you breathless. It is the most unpredictable, gripping, steamy work I've read all year. Hands-down. Nothing else compares. An absolute treat from Kate Stewart. -- LJ Shen, USA Today Bestselling AuthorCaptivating, riveting, all consuming, and empowering. Brace yourself, this is Kate Stewart on steroids! Her absolute best work yet! It's more than romance, it's a love story for the ages. -- MJ Fields, USA Today Bestselling AuthorA sinfully hot, angsty, unconventional and twisted love story filled with suspense, a little action, and ALL. OF. THE. FEELS! * The Escapist Book Blog *HOT, heart-warming, heart-breaking, and the twisty plot line is all around amazing. I could hardly put it down when I read the three books back-to-back, but at the same time, I didn't want to pick it up, knowing each page I read would lead to the end that much quicker. The Ravenhood Trilogy is the quintessential example of why we read romance books. -- The Shameless Bookclub * The Shameless Bookclub *A phenomenal, captivating, complex, unconventional, and unforgettable romance filled with suspense, action, steam, and ALL THE FEELS! . . . unforgettable epic novel. * Confessions of a Bibliophile *Flock by Kate Stewart is a hypnotic saga that transfers you to a different dimension altogether . . . This story will tell you why Kate Stewart is one of a kind in Romancelandia! * PP's Bookshelf Review *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the heart-wrenching global phenomenon It Ends With Us - now a major film starring Blake Lively - comes a breath-taking psychological suspense about obsession and dangerous love . . . Sloan will go through hell and back for those she loves. And she does so, every single day. Caught up with the alluring Asa Jackson, a notorious drug trafficker, Sloan has finally found a lifeline to cling to, even if it''s meant compromising her morals. She was in dire straits trying to pay for her brother''s care until she met Asa. But as Sloan became emotionally and economically reliant on him, he in turn developed a disturbing obsession with her - one that becomes increasingly dangerous every day. When undercover DEA agent Carter enters the picture, Sloan''s surprised to feel an immediate attraction between them, despite knowing that if Asa finds out, he will kill him. And Asa has always been a step ahead of everyone in his life, including Sloan. No oTrade ReviewToo Late has got to be one of Hoover's grittiest reads. It's filled with suspense. It's romance. It's spicy . . . It's an absolute page-turner. And you can't help but hope and pray that Sloan gets her miracle and her happy ever after * LOVEREADING *

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Book SynopsisShe knows he's no saint, but she has no idea she's dancing with the devil.Cole Blackwell values control. He's the hottest sculptor in San Francisco-wealthy, successful, and respected. His only weakness is the dark impulse he carefully conceals. In truth, he's not just an artist: he's a predator, and the city is his hunting ground.Mara Eldritch is a nobody. Broke and damaged, she works three jobs while creating paintings no one will ever see. When a chance encounter throws Mara into Cole's path, her escape from certain death fascinates Cole. More than that-it fixates him.He begins stalking her, discovering there's more to the struggling misfit than he would have guessed. She makes him feel things he never thought he could feel. Want things he thought he'd never want. He doesn't know if he should protect her at all costs or destroy her before she ruins him. He's losing control, breaking the rules that have kept his true nature hidden from the world.Mara knows he's dangerous, but Cole is the only person who's ever recognized her talent, and it leads her heart astray, straight into the dark.Cole can teach her to get what she wants...but what might this vicious killer want in return?

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Book SynopsisJust because he couldn't kill her doesn't mean his enemy won't.Cole and Mara's relationship has grown to consume them both. Cole, sculptor and killer, finds himself adrift in a depth of feeling he's never known, while Mara, unafraid of his darkness, is blossoming into a successful artist, shaking off the trauma of her youth to finally chase success.For the first time in both their lives, they might actually be...happy.But the past has a long shadow.Alastor Shaw is the Beast of the Bay, a frenzy-killer who once hoped to share his hunting ground with Cole. They never chased the same prey...until the night they both laid eyes on Mara Eldritch. And now, when Shaw realizes the cold-hearted Cole has fallen in love with the girl they once targeted, he plans to destroy him, using Mara as his weapon and pawn.Cole will do anything to protect Mara, including making her strong enough to protect herself. And soon, he finds himself tempting her deeper and deeper into the depths of violence she never thought she'd commit.Shaw's hunt won't stop. Neither will Cole's love.When the time comes for Mara to act, will she be ready to do what needs to be done?

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Book SynopsisA tale of love and adventure from the internationally bestselling author of Rebecca. 'She wrote exciting plots . . . a writer of fearless originality' GUARDIAN 'One of the last century's most original literary talents' DAILY TELEGRAPH 'A pure, exhilarating adventure story - a swashbuckling tale of exquisite danger and tangled love' JULIE MYERSON Lady Dona St Columb seems to revel in scandal: she is involved in every intrigue of the Restoration Court. But secretly, the shallowness of Court life disgusts her, and in her heart she longs for freedom and honest love. Retreating to Navron, her husband's Cornish estate, she seeks peace and solitude away from London. But Navron is being used as the base for a French pirate, an outlaw hunted all over Cornwall.Instead of feeling fear, Dona's thirst for adventure has never been more aroused; in Jean-Benoit Aubéry she finds a sensitive man who would, like her, gamble his life for a moment's joy. Together they embark upon a quest rife with danger and glory, one which will force Dona to make the ultimate choice: will she sacrifice her lover to certain death, or risk her own life to save him?Trade ReviewShe wrote exciting plots, she was highly skilled at arousing suspense, and she was, too, a writer of fearless originality * Guardian *Du Maurier is a storyteller whose sole aim is to bewitch and beguile * New York Times *A pure, exhilarating adventure story - a swashbuckling tale of exquisite danger and tangled love . . . a tale of emotional and sexual awakening, of loss and risk . . . sophisticated in its exploration of the human heartOne of the last century's most original literary talents * Daily Telegraph *A storyteller of cunning and geniusA heroine who is bound to make thousands of friends * Sunday Times *A heroine who is bound to make thousands of friends * Sunday Times *One of the last century's most original literary talents * Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisBestselling author and Texas native, Kate Stewart, lives in North Carolina with her husband, Nick. Kate is a lover of all things '80s and '90s, especially John Hughes films and rap. She dabbles a little in photography, can knit a simple stitch scarf for necessity, and on occasion, does very well at whiskey.Her series, The Ravenhood Trilogy, consisting of Flock, Exodus, and The Finish Line, has become an international bestseller, a TikTok phenomenon and reader favourite.Trade ReviewA modern day re-telling of Robin Hood, Book One of The Ravenhood series is set to be a viral read . . . giving us all the steam. Buckle up * Glamour Magazine *A gritty, steamy take on the genre that offers plenty of mystery, suspense and grey areas . . . Flock is a wild ride of a novel that is almost impossible to put down. If you like your romance novels dark, steamy and filled with tension, Flock is easily a story you can get lost in . . . -- Megan Davies, Culturefly, on FlockFull of steam and suspense, we guarantee you won't be able to put this down! * Pick Me Up *

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Book Synopsis"He's not my enemy down here. He's my lifeline."When Cora attends her sister's birthday party, she expects at most a hangover or a walk of shame. She doesn't anticipate a stolen wallet, leaving her stranded and dependent on Dean-her arch nemesis and ultimate thorn in her side.And she really doesn't anticipate waking up in shackles in a madman's basement.To make matters worse, Dean shares the space in his own set of chains.After fifteen years of teasing, insults, and practical jokes, the ultimate joke seems to be on them. The two people who always thought they'd end up killing each other must now work together if they want to survive.But Cora and Dean have no idea their abductor has a plan for them. A plan that will alter the course of their relationship, blur the line between hate and love, and shackle them together with far more than just chains.

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of A Million Kisses In Your Lifetime, this is the deliciously dark Lancaster Prep novel that will have you hanging onto every word . . .''Whit and Summer''s chemistry is absolute fire from the beginning. I''m literally STILL thinking about it after reading it TWICE!!'' 5***** Reader Review''Dark, twisty, and utterly enthralling. A page turning blend of combustible chemistry, a strong sassy heroine, dark desires and red-hot steam'' 5***** Reader Review_________Whit Lancaster is the cold, heartless and devastatingly handsome bad boy at Lancaster Prep.Beautiful Summer Savage has no time for Whit. But his intense gaze traps her under a spell. Fills her with a longing she doesn''t understand.When Whit gets into trouble one night, Summer invites him in. Tends to his wounds. Lets her guard down, just for a moment . . .Which is when Whit takes off in the dead of night. T

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Book SynopsisHe'll protect her...whether she likes it or not.Riona Griffin is gorgeous, intelligent, and iron-willed. My perfect woman, except she hates my guts.She thinks she doesn't need anybody. But she needs me.She's being hunted by an assassin who never misses his mark.I'm going to stay by her side, day and night, keeping her safe. Riona thinks that's a fate worse than death, but I know she'll learn to love me.If this hitman wants to kill her, he'll have to go through me first.Broken Vow is the wild and dangerous fifth installment in the Brutal Birthright series. It's a standalone bodyguard mafia romance, with a HEA and no cliffhanger. Contains steamy scenes.

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Book SynopsisThe day Alexis Stone is sworn in as interim sheriff, the Queen's Gambit Killer strikes again, leaving a chilling calling card of a white pawn and a note with a chess move printed on it. Alexis must join forces with Police Chief Nathan Landry to find the killer before their next move.

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Book SynopsisLove is the one thing you can't steal.Nessa Griffin leads a lonely life. Too compassionate and gentle for the underworld business she grew up in, she fills no role in her family's mafia empire, struggling to prove herself both at home and in her highly competitive ballet corps.Mikolaj Wilk is the most vicious gangster in Chicago, and he's hellbent on revenge. His adoptive father saved him from the streets of Warsaw only to die at the hands of the Griffins.As part of his vengeance, Mikolaj abducts Nessa, holding her captive in his moldering gothic mansion. She might not deserve to pay for her family's crimes, but in this world, the wolves eat the lambs no matter how gentle and innocent they may be.But even as Mikolaj plots the destruction of everything the Griffins hold dear, he finds himself fixated on his captive, wanting this ballerina to dance only for him. Meanwhile, Nessa finds herself lost in the growing tension between her and her kidnapper, their twisted relationship building in new, terrifying ways.He is the beast to her beauty-but can Nessa find the man inside before he gives into his hunger?

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Book SynopsisTwo people convinced they're unworthy of love...until they meet each other.Camille Rivera is drowning. Her father's sick, her brother's in deep with a dirty cop, and her mechanic shop is failing. She's growing desperate, trying to keep her world afloat in whatever way she can.Nero Gallo is the neighborhood hazard. A mess-maker. A walking disaster. Camille has watched him burn through every girl in a ten-mile radius, as vicious as he is gorgeous, breaking hearts and never, ever getting attached.Which is why she can't believe it when Nero unexpectedly saves her from a risky situation. They've lived next to each other their whole lives, yet she's only ever known him as sin made flesh. Is it possible she didn't really know him at all?They aren't friends. They aren't allies. But Nero is the only chance Camille has, and she'll have to trust there's more to him beneath the savage surface.Except trust is a dangerous thing to give. And Camille is about to learn the only thing more dangerous than trusting Nero is falling for him.

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Book Synopsis"All these years, I've never given my heart to anyone...The truth is, I didn't have a heart to give.My heart was with a ghost."To the rest of the world, he was the little boy who went missing on the Fourth of July. But to Sydney Neville, he was everything. Her heart hasn't been the same since her best friend disappeared, but she's learned to build her life around that missing piece.Twenty-two years later, the last thing Sydney expects is for Oliver Lynch to return. Having been captive underground for decades, he's unfamiliar with the strange new world that awaits him-but he's alive. He's here. And no matter how he's changed, he and Sydney both still feel the connection that runs between them.But as their reborn friendship begins to feel like something more, Sydney and Oliver realize there are still jagged, painful truths creating space between them. The walls Sydney's built don't want to come down, and as Oliver hunts for his missing memories and lost time, he realizes his nightmare is not yet over.With nothing as it seems, is there space for love to bloom in this dark place?

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Book SynopsisWhen you get a second chance, you don't wait for a third...Simone Solomon lives in a gilded cage. She's been raised to wealth, privilege, and above all, obedience. But one night, on her way to another tedious gala in the back of a limousine, Simone is abducted by a mafioso who intended to steal a car, not a girl...and everything changes.Dante Gallo looks like a beast and behaves like one, too-until he lays eyes on Simone in the rearview mirror and falls hard and fast for his accidental hostage. Their attraction is irresistible, even if it's completely wrong. They're willing to risk everything for each other, but with one disastrous move, they're split apart again.After nine years of ignoring Simone's perfect face on billboards and magazines, Dante thinks he's finally moved on...but then he sees her in the flesh. He hasn't forgotten. Neither has she. And now, fate has granted them a chance to reconnect.But Simone has a secret. A mistake she fears even a beast like Dante will never forgive her for.Perhaps what fate has really given them is the chance to make each other's hearts bleed all over again.

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Book SynopsisShe was a temptation he couldn't resist...I saw her being stuffed in a trunk: Yelena Yenina, only daughter of the most vicious Bratva boss in Chicago.The Bratva hate my family. They burned my uncle alive. I should have left Yelena to her fate...But she fought like a Valkyrie. Gorgeous, ferocious, and unbreakable.I saved her so I could make her mine.She says she'll never submit to a man. I guess we'll see...I'll push her to the limit. And far beyond.Heavy Crown is the mind-blowing conclusion to the bestselling Brutal Birthright series. It's a stand-alone dark mafia romance with HEA and no cliffhanger. Contains extra-steamy scenes guaranteed to make your night!

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Book SynopsisMadison Kate Danvers was murdered tonight.Those words changed my life, and not for the better.They were wrong, of course. I wasn''t dead. But I was set up.After being framed for a deadly riot, charged with a string of offences, and being made into an example by my politically minded father, I''m eventually released back into Shadow Grove. I could keep my head down, but I only have one thing on my mind.Hate.The boys who framed me are going to pay for derailing my carefully laid-out future. They''re going to catch the full force of my revenge. Except when I arrive back in town, thanks to my father''s shiny new girlfriend, I find all three of them living in my house, right down the hall.Archer, Kodiak, and Steele are secretive. Untrustworthy. Dangerous-and dangerously magnetic, too. But I''m not falling for their games. Not after what they did to me.Archer D''Ath and his boys messed with the wrong chick, and they''re about

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Book SynopsisBestselling author and Texas native, Kate Stewart, lives in North Carolina with her husband, Nick. Kate is a lover of all things '80s and '90s, especially John Hughes films and rap. She dabbles a little in photography, can knit a simple stitch scarf for necessity, and on occasion, does very well at whiskey.Her series, The Ravenhood Trilogy, consisting of Flock, Exodus, and The Finish Line, has become an international bestseller, a TikTok phenomenon and reader favourite.Trade ReviewA modern day re-telling of Robin Hood, Book One of The Ravenhood series is set to be a viral read . . . giving us all the steam. Buckle up * Glamour Magazine *A gritty, steamy take on the genre that offers plenty of mystery, suspense and grey areas to get lost in -- Megan Davies * Culturefly *Poignant. Thought-provoking. Edgy. Beautifully original . . . Ravenhood . . . will bring you to the ledge of your comfort zone and lasso your heart, holding it captive until the very last page. -- Jewel E. Ann, Wall Street Journal & USA Today Bestselling Author. . . will leave you breathless. It is the most unpredictable, gripping, steamy work I've read all year. Hands-down. Nothing else compares. An absolute treat from Kate Stewart. -- LJ Shen, USA Today Bestselling AuthorCaptivating, riveting, all consuming, and empowering. Brace yourself, this is Kate Stewart on steroids! Her absolute best work yet! It's more than romance, it's a love story for the ages. -- MJ Fields, USA Today Bestselling AuthorHOT, heart-warming, heart-breaking, and the twisty plot line is all around amazing. I could hardly put it down when I read the three books back-to-back, but at the same time, I didn't want to pick it up, knowing each page I read would lead to the end that much quicker. The Ravenhood Trilogy is the quintessential example of why we read romance books. * The Shameless Bookclub *A phenomenal, captivating, complex, unconventional, and unforgettable romance filled with suspense, action, steam, and ALL THE FEELS! . . . Unforgettable epic novel * Confessions of a Bibliophile *Flock by Kate Stewart is a hypnotic saga that transfers you to a different dimension altogether . . . This story will tell you why Kate Stewart is one of a kind in Romancelandia! * PP's Bookshelf Review *A sinfully hot, angsty, unconventional and twisted love story filled with suspense, a little action, and ALL. OF. THE. FEELS! * The Escapist Book Blog *

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Book SynopsisThe Top 10 New York Times bestsellerI was completely blown away by The Wife Upstairs. This is a compulsive, irresistible retelling of Jane Eyre with a modern, noir twist and wow, does it work' Samantha Downing, bestselling author of My Lovely WifeStylist's best paperbacks of 2021Hello Magazine's best new books released in 2021A girl looking for loveWhen Jane, a broke dog-walker newly arrived in town, meets Eddie Rochester, she can't believe her luck. Eddie is handsome, rich and lives alone in a beautiful mansion since the tragic death of his beloved wife a year ago.A man who seems perfectEddie can give Jane everything she's always wanted: stability, acceptance, and a picture-perfect life.A wife who just won't stay buriedBut what Jane doesn't know is that Eddie is keeping a secret a big secret. And when the truth comes out, the consequences are far more deadly than anyone could ever have imaginedA delicious twist on a Gothic classic, The Wife Upstairs is perfect for fans of Lucy FoleTrade Review‘I was completely blown away by The Wife Upstairs. This is a compulsive, irresistible retelling of Jane Eyre with a modern, noir twist – and wow, does it work. Get this one on your 2021 list’ Samantha Downing, USA Today bestselling author of My Lovely Wife ‘Really fun update of Jane Eyre that’s also deeply satisfying’ Stylist ‘Rachel Hawkins delivers a sharp, fresh twist on a classic in this darkly funny, suspenseful story of murder, ambition, and love. Creepy and fast-paced, The Wife Upstairs kept me on the edge of my seat from the first page to the very last’ bestselling author Megan Miranda ‘The Wife Upstairs is everything I’d hoped—sharp, smart, tricky and fast-paced. Rachel Hawkins’ debut thriller puts you in the steps of an outsider, an insider, and an imposter, but which is which? You won’t know til you’re up way too late turning the final pages’ Kelly Harms, author of The Overdue Life of Amy Byler ‘Lightening paced, twisty, and great fun’ Jessica Knoll, New York Times bestselling author of Luckiest Girl Alive ‘This novel sings with homage to Jane Eyre, but with a domestic noir twist – and I loved it’ Woman’s Way ‘An altogether sinister novel’ Booklist ‘Will keep readers turning pages’ Publishers Weekly ‘Deliciously gothic’ Shelf Awareness

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Book SynopsisThe million-copy bestselling author and BookTok sensation Monica Murphy is back with a swoon-worthy Lancaster Prep spin-off romance . . .-Young heiress Scarlett Lancaster is turning eighteen and her dad has promised to hire a famous musician for her party . . .Delight turns to disappointment when it's revealed that her dad hired Tate Ramsey, former lead singer of a band that hasn't been popular for years.Tate, after years of alcohol- and drug-fueled partying, is sober and ready for a comeback and blows the audience away with his performancethough Scarlett herself still isn't impressed.But when they talk after he leaves the stage, their encounter ends in a kiss that surprises them bothand immediately goes viral.The kiss propels them into the spotlight. Riding the wave of stardom, the two agree to start a fake relationship.But before long they discover their feelings might not be fake after all . . .

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Book Synopsis**NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES STARRING SAM NEILL AND ANNETTE BENING**THE NO. 1 BESTSELLER AND RICHARD & JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK THE DELICIOUSLY DARK SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF NINE PERFECT STRANGERS AND HBO''S BIG LITTLE LIES''Perfect holiday reading'' GUARDIAN''Smart, sharp and utterly riveting'' DAILY MAIL''Stunning'' SUNDAY TIMES''A tour de force'' GRAZIA''A masterclass'' SUN________Joy and Stan Delaney have four grown-up children, a successful family business and their golden years ahead of them.Then Joy vanishes.Questions are asked. The police get involved.Scratch the surface and this seemingly happy family has much to hide . . .________''Deliciously dark'' COSMOPOLITAN''Utterly and completely wonderful . . . A hugely engaging, sometimes very funny, page-turner'' MARIAN KEYES''Moriarty''s expert storytelling will have you turning page after page'' i''A corker of a mystery'' SUNDAY TELEGRAPH''If you want a book to see you through on your beach towel this summer, I highly recommend Liane''s latest, Apples Never Fall. There''s a lot of truth in it. Something we really do need right now'' FI GLOVER, Waitrose Weekend''I loved it. An absolute page-turner with all the wit and nuance that put Liane Moriarty head and shoulders above the crowd. Liane Moriarty shows once again why she leads the pack'' JANE HARPER ''One of the few writers I''ll drop anything for'' JOJO MOYESTrade ReviewA fantastic storyteller. Apples Never Fall is gripping, getting to the dark underbelly of a seemingly perfect family. A cracking read * ITV's Lorraine Kelly *An engrossing mashup of family drama and psychological suspense that offers a mystery. Complex and satisfying. Perfect holiday reading * Guardian *Enthralling * i *Moriarty's portrait of a tennis-mad family is convincing . . . And she keeps a stunning revelation up her sleeve until the final pages * Sunday Times *This is a tour-de-force of a novel; brilliantly plotted and superbly written . . . No detail of family life and marriage escapes Moriarty's all seeing eye, and every sentence is packed with wit and insight. The tension builds to a conclusion alive with ingenious twists. Smart, sharp and utterly riveting * Daily Mail *Moriarty's expert storytelling will have you turning page after page to discover truths lurking beneath the surface. The ending is witty and satisfying, but comes with a dark twist. Apples Never Fall is full of intrigue, suspense and surprises, sure to delight both readers and viewers of the TV adaptation already in the pipeline * i *Moriarty excels in the way all of her characters spring from the page so fully formed. A witty tale of domestic suspense and a satisfying, layered family drama * New York Times *A deliciously dark story set in suburbia * Cosmopolitan *Clever and relatable * Woman *Her writing is smart, her plots are clever, her dialogue believable and you can be sure that when you pick up one of her books you're in safe hands . . . If you want a book to see you through on your beach towel this summer, I highly recommend Liane's latest, Apples Never Fall. There's a lot of truth in it. Something we really do need right now -- Fi Glover * Waitrose Weekend *I loved it. An absolute page-turner with all the wit and nuance that put Liane Moriarty head and shoulders above the crowd. Liane Moriarty shows once again why she leads the pack -- Jane HarperA corker of a mystery * Sunday Telegraph *Another sinister thriller to see us into the autumn * New! Magazine *A wonderfully noirish dissection of domestic dysfunction * iNEWS *Magnificent, pyrotechnic, deliciously theatrical * Guardian *Her best yet, a gripping family saga that sees her tackle female rage, ageism, mental health, sibling rivalry and the frailties of technology with incisive wit and verve. Quintessential Moriarty: suspenseful and funny, full of twists and as binge-worthy as the finest box set * Mail on Sunday *Utterly and completely wonderful: an intelligent, forensic portrait of a family. A thrillingly honest depiction of a long marriage and an unsentimental look at the lives of their four children, which also happens to be a hugely engaging, sometimes very funny, page-turner -- Marian KeyesLiane Moriarty is back with another tour de force * Grazia *Acutely observed and often poignant, this is a brilliant portrayal of a long marriage, warts and all. Just as compelling [as Big Little Lies] - the story of a family that appeared perfect but is unravelling at top speed * Sunday Express *Full of realistic characters and sharp human insights * Good Housekeeping *Deliciously dark . . . An utterly absorbing mystery that will hook you in * Real People *[A] sharp and perceptive tale of ambition, pressure and family politics * Daily Mail *Moriarty is excellent - amusing and astute - on the small indignities that make up a marriage, a family and a life . . . Possesses the insight and warmth that Moriarty brings to all her books * Guardian *The latest book from one of your favourite authors * Prima *Thrilling, a masterclass * Sun *Clever & relatable . . . Explores sibling bonds, parental relationships & how events can change your future forever * Woman & Home *A real pleasure to read * Daily Mail *With heart, humour and a killer plot - this is another smash hit read * Best *The perfect mix of edge-of-your-seat plotting, well-crafted characters and a satisfying ending * Good Housekeeping *A deliciously dark tense mystery drama * Good Housekeeping *Thrilling * Grazia *This will keep you guessing until the end * Red *If you love a good mystery with deep emotion at its heart, this is the novel for you * Living North *Ingenious . . . This is one book you can't miss out on. Moriarty has an extraordinary talent. Thrilling * Female First *There is not a word wasted. I could not put it down * Today UK News *The ending is witty and satisfying, but comes with a dark twist. Apples Never Fall is another enjoyable offering full of intrigue, suspense and surprises, sure to delight * Press Association *Praise for Liane Moriarty * - *Wise, honest, beautifully observed. One of the few writers I'll drop anything forStaggeringly brilliant, literally unputdownableKeeps you guessing until the very end - perfect summer readMoriarty writes vividly, wittily and wickedly * Sunday Express *Straight-from-life characters, knife-sharp insight and almost unbearable suspense will have you racing through it * Good Housekeeping *As brilliantly accomplished as it is dark, twisty and compulsive * Heat *A hell of a good book. Funny and scaryRiveting drama packed with suspense and secrets * Woman & Home *Like drinking a pink Cosmo laced with arsenic . . . a fun, engaging and sometimes disturbing read * USA Today *Perfect * Hello *Fascinating and compassionate * Daily Telegraph *I loved every line of itFunny and captivating * Closer *A cracking story cleverly told * Fabulous *

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Book SynopsisA Game of Magic Student magician Opal Cowan’s newfound ability to steal others’ powers makes her too powerful. Trapped under house arrest, Opal dares to defy her imprisonment, searching for Ulrick, the man she thinks she loves. Thinks because she is sure another man – now her prisoner – has switched souls with Ulrick. In hostile territory, without proof or allies, Opal isn’t sure whom to trust. She doesn’t know the real Ulrick’s whereabouts and can’t forget Kade, the handsome Stormdancer who doesn’t want to let her get too close. And now everyone is after Opal’s special powers for their own deadly gain…

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Book SynopsisA rebellious gang princess, four hot dangerous gangsters, one psycho stalker, and a revenge scheme that could destroy everything in Paradise Bend...My arranged marriage should have forged an alliance between my fiancé''s gang and my father''s. It turns out my fiancé had other plans. Like slaughtering my entire family the night before the wedding.I make it out alive, left with nothing but a thirst for vengeance. To crush the prick who betrayed me, I have to turn to the biggest pricks of them all.Hot, cocky, and dangerous, Wylder Noble and his men rule Paradise Bend. If I pass their brutal tests to prove I deserve their help, my ex doesn''t stand a chance.But there are deeper troubles stirring in my hometown. While I try to figure out whether I''d rather kiss or kill my infuriating allies, I''ve got a deranged psycho leaving gruesome presents at my window. Outsiders are invading our streets, preparing for war.If they think our little county will be easy pickings, they couldn''t be more mistaken. The Nobles are far from noble when tackling a threat, and I''m no damsel in distress.Before this is over, someone''s going to bleed. And this time, it won''t be me.*Crooked Paradise is a complete gritty contemporary romance series from bestselling author Eva Chase (writing as Eva Chance) and Harlow King. This set contains all four books in the series-Scorned Princess, Perilous Lady, Ruthless Queen, and Lethal Empress-as well as an exclusive 40-page bonus epilogue.*

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Book SynopsisUplifting, romantic and festive the perfect book to curl up with. I couldn't put it down' Rosie Nixon, Editor-in-Chief, HELLO! magazineFresh, fun and full of romance! I loved it!'Sunday Times bestselling author Heidi SwainA classic romanceI loved the passion, the romantic tension, and the way the characters leapt of the page. An ideal Christmas escape.' Laura Jane Williams, Bestselling author of The Lucky Escape A perfect escapist, heart-warming read! I was hooked from the first line!' Katie Ginger, author of The Perfect Christmas Gift''Unwrap and enjoy this Christmassy treat of a read'' Mandy Baggot, bestselling author of My Greek Island SummerWarm, funny and engaging, a five-star Christmas treat!' Karen Clarke, author of The Little French Café seriesWhat do you do when your fake engagement starts to feel too realAspiring clothes designer Victoria Scott dreams of one day opening her own boutique. But these aspirations are under threat from the new department store opening at the end Trade Review‘Uplifting, romantic and festive – the perfect book to curl up with. I couldn’t put it down’ Rosie Nixon, Editor-in-Chief, HELLO! magazine ‘Fresh, fun and full of romance! I loved it!’Sunday Times bestselling author Heidi Swain ‘A classic romance with the added bonus of a festive feel. I loved the passion, the romantic tension, and the way the characters leapt of the page. An ideal Christmas escape.’ Laura Jane Williams, Bestselling author of The Lucky Escape 'Unwrap and enjoy this Christmassy treat of a read'Mandy Baggot – bestselling author of My Greek Island Summer ‘A perfect escapist, heart-warming read! I was hooked from the first line!’Katie Ginger author of The Perfect Christmas Gift ‘Warm, funny and engaging, a five-star Christmas treat!’ Karen Clarke, author of The Little French Café series

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Book SynopsisDISCOVER JUST HOW INTOXICATING LANCASTER PREP CAN BE WITH THE LATEST FROM THE TIKTOK SENSATION AND AUTHOR OF A MILLION KISSES IN YOUR LIFETIMEWeston Fontaine is the hottest senior at Lancaster Prep.He could have any girl on campus, except for one.Me.I''m a Lancaster, meaning I''m basically untouchable - or so I thought. My family owns the school which I have to endure before I can return to what I love most: ballet.West doesn''t make my time here easy. He''s arrogant. Crude. Insufferable. Yet he''s the only boy I''ve ever let touch me . . .You see, West and I? We share a secret. In Paris, I revealed parts of myself to him I''ve never shown anyone else. And he did the same.So what happens when you helplessly fall for the one person you know is bad for you? . . .____________READERS ARE OBSESSED WITH THE LANCASTER PREP SERIES . . .''Wren and Crew stole my heart and neither of

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Book SynopsisLiar, liar, pants on fire.The words scrawled on the back of my newest stalker mail make my blood run cold. I have no idea if the lie is one I know I''m telling...or one that I don''t.Since arriving back to Shadow Grove, I''ve been stalked, tormented, chased, and almost killed. I''ve been lied to, repeatedly, by the boys I was finally growing to trust-and more.Liar.That word haunts all four of us, but it haunts me the most. Someone knows more about my life than I do. Someone is taunting me with answers and teasing me with secrets. Am I desperate enough to fall for more deception? To fall deeper into this tangle of danger and heat?One thing is for sure: Archer and his boys made a huge mistake when they decided to keep me from the truth. They thought they could play me, but they''re about to learn that they''ve met their match.No one stabs Madison Kate in the back and gets away with it.

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Book SynopsisFire Child's dark heroine is the young Tessa, who from the age of 12 uses the power of her smile to seduce men, with damaging and dramatic consequences. The novel interplays her chilling and funny diaries with those of Martin Sherman, a dangerous young man who likes to play with fire. We know that when they meet, all hell (possibly literally) will break loose. Meanwhile he stacks shelves at a supermarket, she works at a nearby estate agent's. Both are hiding, leading deliberately dull lives in north London, afraid of what they have already done and what they are capable of. But when they meet, everything changes. Their union is devastating. Hypnotic, vivid and unputdownable, Sally Emerson's blazing love story throbs with lust and black humour.

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Book SynopsisA page-turner nothing less than magical' ObserverAn extraordinary slice of suburban noir' Daily MailFrom one of America's most renowned storytellers comes a novel about love and deceit, and lust and redemption, against a background of child abductions in the affluent suburbs of Detroit.In the waning days of the turbulent 1970s, in the wake of unsolved killings that have shocked Detroit, the lives of several residents are drawn together, with tragic consequences. There is Hannah, wife of a prominent local businessman, who has begun an affair with a darkly charismatic stranger whose identity remains elusive; Mikey, a canny street hustler who finds himself on an unexpected mission to rectify injustice; and the serial killer known as Babysitter, an enigmatic and terrifying figure at the periphery of elite Detroit. As Babysitter continues his rampage of killings, these individuals intersect with one another in startling and unexpected ways.Suspenseful, brilliantly orchestrated and engrossiTrade Review Praise for Babysitter ‘A page-turner . . . the result is nothing less than magical, a piece of work that is light yet dense, frenzied in its detail yet somehow also cool, measured and abstract . . . Definitely one of Oates’s finest achievements to date’ Julie Myerson, Observer ‘[Oates] proves once again her unerring grasp on America’s worst fears and desires in Babysitter, an extraordinary slice of suburban noir’ Daily Mail ‘This pitch-dark pageturner blows you away with brutal vigour’ Mail on Sunday ‘A searing work of slow-burning domestic noir . . . Oates paints an unflinching portrait of 1970s upper-middle-class America, touching on issues of racism, classism, and institutional abuse while exploring society’s tendency to value women solely in relation to the role they fill – be it wife, mother, or sexual object’ Kirkus

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Book SynopsisCat Sebastian returns to Georgian London with a stunning tale of a reluctant criminal and the thief who cannot help but love her.Marian Hayes, the Duchess of Clare, just shot her husband. Of course, the evil, murderous man deserved what was coming to him, but now she must flee to the countryside. Unfortunately, the only person she can ask for help is the charismatic criminal who is blackmailing her—and who she may have left tied up a few hours before…A highwayman, con artist, and all-around cheerful villain, Rob Brooks is no stranger to the wrong side of the law or the right side of anybody’s bed. He never meant to fall for the woman whose secrets he promised to keep for the low price of five hundred pounds, but how could he resist someone who led him on a merry chase all over London, left him tied up in a seedy inn, and then arrived covered in her husband’s blood and in desperate need of his help?As they flee across the country—stopping to pick pockets, drink to excess, and rescue invalid cats—they discover more true joy and peace than either has felt in ages. But when the truth of Rob’s past catches up to him, they must decide if they are willing to reshape their lives in order to forge a future together.

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of The Family Next Door comes a new domestic page-turner about that trickiest of relationships and what happens when it all goes wrong**PREORDER THE GOOD SISTER NOW**''Fiction at its finest'' Liane Moriarty, Number One bestselling author ''Perfect for fans of BIG LITTLE LIES'' - Library Journal She has never approved of you. But it''s when her body is found the secrets really start to come out ...From the moment Lucy met her husband''s mother, Diana, she was kept at arm''s length. Diana was exquisitely polite, and perfectly friendly, but Lucy knew that she was not what Diana envisioned. Even so, Lucy wanted so much to please her new mother-in-law. That was five years ago.Now, Diana has been found dead, a suicide note near her body. Diana claims that she no longer wanted to live because Trade ReviewClever, chilling and beautifully crafted -- Adele Parks, bestselling author of * I Invited Her In *I totally loved the book. The characters are so beautifully drawn and it was an emotional read, but I couldn't put it down -- Heidi Parks, bestselling author of * Now You See Her *It's not often that such a gripping page-turner can be so moving -- Sarah Naughton, bestselling author of * The Other Couple *The Mother-in-Law was absolutely wonderful! A real slow burn domestic mystery, which had me turning the pages faster and faster the deeper I delved into the story! Throughout the second half you couldn't tear me away from it and every new twist and turn was a slap to the face! Cleverly plotted and completely compelling -- Nicola Moriarty, author of * The Fifth letter *I read a lot of psychological suspense, and I can honestly say, this is one of my favourites. What I loved about it was its humanity and believablity. Sally demonstrates that you don't need outlandish situations and monstrous characters to write a thoroughly engrossing, suspenseful thriller, and her writing feels so effortless. I hope it does very well -- Emma Curtis, bestselling author of * One Little Mistake *Praise for Sally Hepworth * - *Women's fiction at its finest -- Liane Moriarty, Number One bestselling author of * Big Little Lies *Reminds us of Big Little Lies and is just as gripping * Good Housekeeping *A compelling read that touches on important themes, not least the different forms that love may take -- Number One bestselling author of * The Rosie Project *

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Book SynopsisA young Pakistani woman is the victim of an unthinkable act of vengeance, when she defies convention for love, facing seemingly insurmountable challenges and danger as she attempts to rebuild her life. ‘Stunning, shocking, compulsive reading … A breathtaking masterpiece’ Hazel Prior ‘Pacy, gripping and fast-moving … I literally could not put it down!’ Edel Coffey ‘Rarely has a writer affected me so deeply. Someone Like Her is an epic story of love, power and extraordinary courage’ A.J. West –––––––––––––––––––– Multan, Pakistan. A conservative city where an unmarried woman over the age of twenty-five is considered a curse by her family. Ayesha is twenty-seven. Independent and happily single, she has evaded an arranged marriage because of her family's reduced circumstances. When she catches the eye of powerful, wealthy Raza, it seems like the answer to her parents' prayers. But Ayesha is in love with someone else, and when she refuses to give up on him, Raza resorts to unthinkable revenge… Ayesha travels to London to rebuild her life and there she meets Kamil, an emotionally damaged man who has demons of his own. They embark on a friendship that could mean salvation for both of them, but danger stalks Ayesha in London, too. With her life thrown into turmoil, she is forced to make a decision that could change her and everyone she loves forever. Exquisitely written, populated by unforgettable characters and rich with poignant, powerful themes, Someone Like Her is a story of love and family, of corruption and calamity, of courage and hope … and one woman's determination to thwart convention and find peace, at whatever cost… –––––––––––––––––––– ‘Khan brings passion and a clear eye to this compelling story of female defiance in the face of corruption and violence. If you’re a fan of Khaled Hosseini … this is for you’ Paul Waters ‘A heart-rending and compelling story. Khan treats his characters with love and respect. I couldn’t put it down’ Alice Clark-Platts ‘Breaks your heart but then gradually heals it’ Mira V Shah ‘A dark and frightening story of corruption, oppression, possession and violence yet is beautifully and sensitively written by a brave, bold author’ Michael Wood ‘Tackles deep-rooted societal issues with brutal yet touching honesty’ A.A. Chaudhuri ‘An excellent storyteller’ Soniah Kamal ‘An epic story of love, abuse and revenge … an emotional rollercoaster as Awais Khan confronts societal injustices with unflinching honesty’ Eve Smith ‘Khan lays bare the trauma of women, relegated to second-class citizenship in this compelling tale of brutality and bravery. First-class writing’ Marion Todd ‘Tender and powerful … his best yet’ Sonia Velton ‘Compelling, painful and defiant’ Elyse John ‘Arguably Khan's best work’ Pakistan Daily ‘Kept me turning the pages late into the night’ Aliya Ali-Afzal ‘A gripping and emotive story of ambition, resilience and love’ Heleen Kist ‘Insightful storytelling’ Faiqa Mansab ‘Both timely and timeless’ Saba Karim Khan

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Book SynopsisMeet the Millers''Anyone who enjoys thrillers NEEDS to read this book!'' *****''I practically threw the book across the room when I read THAT twist.'' Heidi Perks, bestselling author of Now You See Her''Allison Dickinson has a sure fire hit on her hands'' *****''Will take your breath away'' CHRISTINA DALCHER, bestselling author of Vox''I loved it!!! Totally mind blowing. This is must read for all thriller lovers'' *****''A fast-paced, addictive novel'' LISA BALLANTYNE, author of The Guilty One''Kept me up way past my bedtime. I loved every dark and twisted page'' ***** ***SOON TO BE A MAJOR TV SERIES*** _______________ Two women are watching each other. Phoebe isn''t sure when the car started showing up. At first she put it down to the scandal around her late father, but sTrade ReviewA fast-paced, addictive novel with a frightening premise but surprising humour throughout, which together make this a thoroughly enjoyable read. -- Lisa Ballantyne * bestselling author of The Guilty One *Chock-full of tangled twists and domestic treachery, The Other Mrs Miller will take your breath away and not give it back until the very last page. I devoured this book. -- Christina Dalcher * author of Vox *A twisty suspense novel that will keep you guessing until its final pages * The Herald *I absolutely loved it and practically threw the book across the room when I read that twist. I did not see THAT coming!! -- Heidi Perks * bestselling author of Now You See Her *Expect secrets, lies, and maybe a murder or two in this fast-moving, twisty psychological thriller that's made for demolishing in the back garden or by the pool * Heat *Deliciously devious, I got caught up in the twists and tangles between these women, desperate to unravel them through the very last page. -- Chandler Baker * author of Whisper Network *A splash of wine, a dollop of murder, a pinch of betrayal - the recipe for a thrilling page-turner! -- Gina LaManna * author of Pretty Guilty Women *A wonderfully twisty suspense novel that hooked me from the start and had me guessing until the very end. A fantastic debut. -- Lisa Lutz * New York Times bestselling author *Darkly funny and deeply chilling, Allison Dickson's The Other Mrs. Miller is a summer sensation filled with twists. You won't be able to put this one down. -- Kaira Rouda * USA TODAY bestselling author of Best Day Ever and The Favourite Daughter *Stunning... As disconcerting as it is unexpected * Publishers Weekly *Dickson's debut novel swoops and swirls through startling plot twists and multiple perspectives... A Hitchcock-ian thriller from a new voice worth noting. * Kirkus review *

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Book SynopsisBY THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE TALENTED MR RIPLEY, CAROL AND STRANGERS ON A TRAIN ''Venomously accurate'' SUNDAY TIMES ''A border zone of the macabre, the disturbing, the not quite accidental . . . Highsmith achieves the effect of the occult without any resources to supernatural machinery'' NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW ''No one has created psychological suspense more densely and deliciously satisfying'' VOGUE People Who Knock on the Door is a tale about blind faith and the slippery notion of justice that lies beneath the peculiarly American veneer of righteousness.In a pitiless story of prying suburban self-righteousness, Patricia Highsmith introduces the Alderman family as they descend into moral crisis. When small-town insurance salesman Richard Alderman becomes a born-again Christian, his once tight-knit family quickly begins to rip apart at the seamTrade ReviewVenomously accurate * Sunday Times *No one has created psychological suspense more densely and deliciously satisfying * Vogue *A border zone of the macabre, the disturbing, the not quite accidental . . . Highsmith achieves the effect of the occult without any resources to supernatural machinery * New York Times Book Review *Highsmith's novels are peerlessly disturbing . . . bad dreams that keep us thrashing for the rest of the night * New Yorker *A writer who has created a world of her own . . . Patricia Highsmith is the poet of apprehension -- Graham Greene

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Book Synopsis''If I really don''t like somebody, I kill him . . . You remember Malcolm McRae, don''t you?''Melinda Van Allen is beautiful, headstrong and sexy. Unfortunately for Vic Van Allen, she is his wife. Their love has soured, and Melinda takes pleasure in flaunting her many affairs to her husband. When one of her lovers is murdered, Vic hints to her latest conquest that he was responsible. As rumours spread about Vic''s vicious streak, fiction and reality start to converge. It''s only a matter of time before Vic really does have blood on his hands.Books included in the VMC 40th anniversary series include: Frost in May by Antonia White; The Collected Stories of Grace Paley; Fire from Heaven by Mary Renault; The Magic Toyshop by Angela Carter; The Weather in the Streets by Rosamond Lehmann; Deep Water by Patricia Highsmith; The Return of the Soldier by Rebecca West; Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Trade ReviewThe outstanding merit of Deep Water is the dexterity with which it develops the psychopath's portrait from the first faint agreeable outline to the full dark horrific colours of schizophrenia. If you read crime stories at all or perhaps especially if you don't, you should read Deep Water. * Sunday Times *My suspicion is that when the dust has settled and when the chronicle of 20th-century American literature comes to be written, history will place Highsmith at the top of the pyramid, as we should place Dostoevsky at the top of the Russian hierarchy of novelists -- A. N. Wilson * Daily Telegraph *I love [Highsmith] so much . . . what a revelation her writing was * Gillian Flynn *The outstanding merit of Deep Water is the dexterity with which it develops the psychopath's portrait from the first faint agreeable outline to the full dark horrific colours of schizophrenia. If you read crime stories at all or perhaps especially if you don't, you should read Deep Water. * Sunday Times *An atmosphere of nameless dread, of unspeakable foreboding, permeates every page of Patricia Highsmith, and there's nothing quite like it. * Boston Globe *My suspicion is that when the dust has settled and when the chronicle of 20th-century American literature comes to be written, history will place Highsmith at the top of the pyramid, as we should place Dostoevsky at the top of the Russian hierarchy of novelists -- A.N Wilson * Daily Telegraph *I love [Highsmith] so much . . . what a revelation her writing was * Gillian Flynn *

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