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'A fantastic read. Mind bending, gut wrenchingly tense and one of the most original stories I’ve read in years. It was an absolute treat' - John Marrs, author of The VacationA New York Times Best Thriller Pick for 2022Bestselling author Adam Hamdy returns with The Other Side of Night, an utterly unforgettable tale of love, loss and redemption.When disgraced former police officer Harriet Kealty discovers a plea for help in the margins of a second-hand book, she sets out to unravel a mystery that quickly leads her to confront some uncomfortable ties to her own life, including her ex-lover Ben.Following the deaths of his close friends, Ben became an adoptive father to their orphaned son Elliot. But Harriet suspects that Ben knows more about these deaths than he’s willing to say…What starts as a simple investigation becomes something entirely different in this moving story that w

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'A fantastic read. Mind bending, gut wrenchingly tense and one of the most original stories I’ve read in years. It was an absolute treat' – John Marrs, author of The VacationA New York Times Best Thriller Pick for 2022Bestselling author Adam Hamdy returns with The Other Side of Night, an utterly unforgettable tale of love, loss and redemption.When disgraced former police officer Harriet Kealty discovers a plea for help in the margins of a second-hand book, she sets out to unravel a mystery that quickly leads her to confront some uncomfortable ties to her own life, including her ex-lover Ben.Following the deaths of his close friends, Ben became an adoptive father to their orphaned son Elliot. But Harriet suspects that Ben knows more about these deaths than he’s willing to say . . .What starts as a simple investigation becomes something entirely different in this moving story that will open hearts and minds as it answers the question: what would you do for one more moment with someone that you love?What authors are saying:‘A big-hearted, big-brain, novel that you'll finish in three days and think about for the rest of the year. Wonderful.’ – Stuart Turton, author of The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle‘The pages almost turn themselves and when I was finished I couldn’t stop thinking about the story’s incredible twists, turns, and surprises’ – James Patterson, author of the Alex Cross and Private series'Remarkable'– Anthony Horowitz, author of The Twist of a Knife‘A strange, compelling, and ultimately moving head-spinner of a novel’ – John Connolly, author of The Furies'Absolutely brilliant. I was blown away' – Manda Scott, author of the Boudica series‘Mind-bending! This intriguing and thought-provoking thriller is a profound exploration of how far some are willing to go in the name of love. A fantastic twist you’ll never see coming’ – Liv Constantine, author of The First Shot'A brilliant meta-thriller with huge ideas and even greater heart' – Steve Cavanagh, author of The Accomplice'An utterly satisfying read' - Ryan GattisWhat readers are saying:'I'm still reeling from it. Read it!' ***** – Amazon Reviewer'It has 100% made onto my list of favourite reads of 2022' ***** – Amazon reviewer'A 5 star read ?????….( but that’s not enough! )' – Amazon reviewerA mind-blowing, soul-searing, totally immersive reading experience' ***** – Netgalley reviewer'My mind is blown!!! Wow, what a twist.....' ***** – Netgalley reviewer'Go into this book blind. I could not put this book down' ***** – Goodreads reviewer'BRAVO!!!!! This was the best book I've read all year, bar none, hands down, no question!' ***** – Goodreads reviewer

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The clock is ticking.To save her life you must take another.When Jack Morgan is invited to the luxurious Monaco coast to set up a new Private office, it seems like the perfect opportunity to relax in an iconic destination.But the vacation is quickly cut short when Jack''s partner Justine is abducted.The kidnappers send Jack clear instructions - and a gun. If he wants to see the woman he loves again, he must take a life in exchange for hers.Jack soon becomes entangled in a dangerous conspiracy that will come to a head at the Monaco Grand Prix.Hours from disaster, Jack must find Justine and her kidnappers - and put a stop to whatever they have planned next._______________________________PRAISE FOR THE PRIVATE THRILLERS''Great action sequences ... breathtaking twists and turns'' ANTHONY HOROWITZ''An unmissable, breakneck ride'' JAMES SWALLOW''Exhilarating, h

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'ONE OF THE BEST THRILLERS OF THE YEAR' - JAMES PATTERSON, bestselling author.A photographer is mysteriously targeted for death in this white-knuckle ride deep into a terrifying conspiracy. If you love Lee Child's JACK REACHER and Terry Hayes' I AM PILGRIM you won't be able to put this down.'James Patterson calls it "one of the best thrillers of the year", and it is plain to see why...told at a great pace, has a strong central character and a snaking plot' - Daily MailYou wake. Confused. Disorientated.A noose is round your neck. You are bound, standing on a chair.All you can focus on is the man in the mask tightening the rope.You are about to die.John Wallace has no idea why he has been targeted. No idea who his attacker is. No idea how he will prevent the inevitable. Then the pendulum of fate swings in his favour. He has one chance to escape, find the truth and halt his destruction. The momentum is in his favour for now. But with a killer on his tail, everything can change with one swing of this deadly pendulum...You have one chance. Run.

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ONE RULE. TRUST NO-ONE.Adam Hamdy's debut PENDULUM was called 'one of the best thrillers of the year' by JAMES PATTERSON. This pulse-racing read is perfect for fans of Lee Child and Simon Kernick.'SO TENSE, YOU WILL BE BITING YOUR NAILS LONG BEFORE THE FINAL CHAPTER.' The Sun'FREEFALL IS A RELENTLESS, ADRENALINE-CHARGED THRILLER THAT GRIPS FROM THE FIRST PAGE' Daily Express---JOHN WALLACE IS A TARGETHiding off-grid after exposing the shadowy Pendulum conspiracy, Wallace is horrified to discover he is still marked for death.THERE ARE ONLY TWO PEOPLE HE CAN TRUSTDI Patrick Bailey is still reeling from the murder investigation that nearly cost him his life. FBI Agent Christine Ash is hunting a serial killer with a link to an unfinished caseHE MUST FIND THE TRUTHThe death of a London journalist triggers an investigation that brings them back together, hurling them into the path of an unknown enemy.BEFORE THE KILLER FINDS HIMHunted across the world, they are plunged into a nightmare deadlier than they could have ever imagined.---WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT FREEFALL:'This is a full on action packed, high octane adventure.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ' I was absolutely gripped' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Edge of the seater thriller that keeps the action coming thick and fast' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

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‘Ever inventive, ever surprising, Hamdy is fast carving a name as one of the most intelligent and gripping thriller writers of our time’ – Peter James, author of Dead Simple.A daring escape from a Cairo prison.An assassin who kills with a single touch.A vicious drug war on the streets of America.Three seemingly unconnected events strike terror around the world. Convinced they are related, ex-MI6 officer Scott Pearce and his team of mavericks, digital security expert Leila Nahum, and veteran field operative Kyle Wollerton, uncover a chilling plot to unleash a terrifying new toxin on an unsuspecting world.When an undercover operation goes horribly wrong, Pearce is left in a deadly race against time to stop this lethal new threat. Now he is about to find out he’s not the only one who can light a fire, and his enemies are determined to see the world burn . . .The second scorching Scott Pearce novel from the Top Ten bestseller Adam Hamdy.What authors are saying about Red Wolves:‘Muscular prose, a pace that doesn’t let up and a setting that feels disturbingly close to the truth’ – Mark Dawson, author of the John Milton series‘A terrific read. Meticulous in every detail. Another classy thriller from Adam Hamdy’ – Mari Hannah, author of Her Last Request‘Pure adventure – Red Wolves delivers high stakes, high octane action with a global scope and a devilish threat for Scott Pearce to face down. Thrilling stuff!’ – C. M. Ewan, author of The House HuntWhat readers are saying about Red Wolves:‘A cracking follow-up to Black 13. A fast-paced, action-packed adventure thriller’‘Extremely well plotted and executed story, this book gripped me from the start, held me captive throughout, spitting me out at the end, satisfied and exhausted’‘This second Scott Pearce book is even better than the first one’‘I was blown away’‘Red Wolves is an expertly crafted spy thriller that continues the genre’s push into unconventional territory’

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THE END IS NEAR.Adam Hamdy's first PENDULUM novel was called 'one of the best thrillers of the year' by James Patterson and chosen as a BBC Radio 2 Book Club pick. AFTERSHOCK is the page-turning climax to an explosive series that has gripped fans of Lee Child and Simon Kernick. THEY BELIEVED IT WAS OVERHaving survived the lethal Pendulum conspiracy, photographer John Wallace atones for his past mistakes.DI Patrick Bailey clings to the hope that he can, at last, return to a normal life in London. BUT IT'S ONLY JUST BEGINNINGFBI investigator Christine Ash - alone and paranoid - hunts down the remaining members of the ruthless Foundation organisation.DARK FORCES ARE RISING AGAINBut when masked assassins strike at the heart of the UK government, a shocking new threat emerges that forces all three to reunite.DEADLIER THAN EVER BEFOREWith time running out, they must defeat a lethal new adversary: a manipulative mastermind with sinister powers unlike anything they've seen before. 'Watch out, Jack Reacher and Alex Cross, the new generation is here!' - Crime Time

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An ex-MI6 agent driven to avenge a tragic death.A radical environmental group determined to avert climate catastrophe.A lone outsider with the power to devastate the world.Scott Pearce has torn up the espionage rulebook to overcome those spreading division and hate, but radical environmental group White Fire is a new kind of enemy posing a new kind of threat.With everything on the line, Pearce discovers links to an old enemy thought long defeated, and as the danger rises, he realises he and his team, Leila Nahum and Kyle Wollerton, have underestimated the fight ahead.As the conspiracy that links Black 13 and Red Wolves emerges from the shadows, the team has one chance to avert a global catastrophe that could disable the world permanently . . .Packed with tension and pace, White Fire is the third Scott Pearce novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author.What readers are saying about White Fire:‘If there’s one spy thriller series that sets the bar high for thrilling espionage books, it’s Adam Hamdy’s White Fire’‘Another fast-paced thriller from Adam. A well plotted novel which keeps you on the edge of you seat’‘Ramps up to a wholly satisfying climax’Praise for the Scott Pearce series:'Introduces readers to . . . Scott Pearce who looks set to become the British Jason Bourne or Jack Reacher. A stunning book deserving huge success' – Daily Express'A kinetic ride' – Financial Times‘Intelligent, globe-trotting adventure thriller’ – C. M. Ewan, author of The House Hunt'Hamdy creates smart adrenaline-charged action scenes' – The Times''Move over Jason Bourne, Scott Pearce is in town . . . A breathless rollercoaster of a ride' – Fiona Cummins, author of Into the Dark

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'An unmissable, breakneck ride into Moscow's dark underworld' James Swallow, bestselling author of Nomad'Great action sequences . . . breathtaking twists and turns' Anthony Horowitz, bestselling author of Magpie Murders'The first Private outing for couple of years, but it's been well worth the wait' Keighley News'There's enough action, adventure and excitement to fill two chunky blockbusters in Private Moscow which makes for an exhilarating and totally satisfying read.' NB Magazine'Exhilarating, high-stakes action set in sub-zero temperatures, but so fast-paced you won't have time to feel the chill!' Lesley Kara, bestselling author of The Rumour_____________________________THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERAn invitation from an old friend draws Jack Morgan into a deadly conspiracy . . .On a cold January morning, Jack Morgan stands inside the New York Stock Exchange with his former US Marine comrade whose company is being launched onto the market, eagerly awaiting the opening bell. But before the bell rings, a bullet rips through the air and finds its mark.In the aftermath of the murder, the victim's wife hires Jack to find the killer. As the head of Private, Jack has at his disposal the world's largest investigation agency. What he discovers shakes him to his core.Jack identifies another murder in Moscow that appears to be linked. So he heads to Russia, and begins to uncover a conspiracy that could have global consequences.With powerful forces plotting against him, will Jack Morgan make it out alive?_____________________________DON'T MISS PRIVATE ROGUE - THE NEXT THRILLING INSTALMENT IN THE SERIES - AVAILABLE NOW FOR PRE-ORDERReaders love Private Moscow:'Yet another amazing addition to the series . . . Screams action right from the word go' *****'True James Patterson style. Full of adventure, excitement and thrills' *****'Another brilliant thriller from a master of the genre' *****'I loved every twist and turn' *****'A fast-paced, well-plotted page-turner. I didn't expect anything less' *****'This is exactly what I was hoping for and I wasn't disappointed' *****'Action from the first page to the last . . . As always a page-turner' *****'An exciting thriller by an amazing author' *****'Certainly did not disappoint . . . Highly recommend' *****'Can understand why he [Patterson] is considered one of the best, if not THE best in the game' *****'Had me gripped and on the edge of my seat till the very end' *****'It was all I have come to expect from this series . . . Highly recommended' *****'A real page-turner worthy of the Patterson name' ****'Non-stop action . . . I found it hard to put down' ****'The suspense and tension is raised . . . culminating in a thrilling high-octane ending' **** 'I was literally hooked from the first chapter' ****'[A] thrill-a-minute read with no dull moments' ****'A fast-paced, high-octane thriller' ****

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'Breathtaking twists and turns' Anthony Horowitz'An unmissable, breakneck ride' James Swallow'Exhilarating, high stakes action' Lesley Kara______________________________ A priest is murdered and a Private agent is the number one suspect.Jack Morgan is in Rome celebrating the opening of a new local Private office, when the party takes a deadly turn. Private agent Matteo Ricci is found at the party standing over the body of a dead priest with a gun in hand, swearing he did not kill the man.As Jack tries to prove Matteo's innocence, he uncovers a much deadlier conspiracy - which leads him straight to the heart of the Vatican.With corruption closing in on all sides, Jack must decide who he can trust before the city falls. _________________________________Praise for the Private thrillers'An exhilarating and totally satisfying read' NB Magazine'A breakneck fast, brutally good page-turner' Daily Mail'Yet another fine outing from the master of thrillers' City A.M.'Hits the ground running and the pace never misses a beat' Daily Express

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'Breathtaking twists and turns' Anthony Horowitz'An unmissable, breakneck ride' James Swallow'Exhilarating, high stakes action' Lesley Kara______________________________ A priest is murdered and a Private agent is the number one suspect.Jack Morgan is in Rome celebrating the opening of a new local Private office, when the party takes a deadly turn. Private agent Matteo Ricci is found at the party standing over the body of a dead priest with a gun in hand, swearing he did not kill the man.As Jack tries to prove Matteo's innocence, he uncovers a much deadlier conspiracy - which leads him straight to the heart of the Vatican.With corruption closing in on all sides, Jack must decide who he can trust before the city falls. _________________________________Praise for the Private thrillers'An exhilarating and totally satisfying read' NB Magazine'A breakneck fast, brutally good page-turner' Daily Mail'Yet another fine outing from the master of thrillers' City A.M.'Hits the ground running and the pace never misses a beat' Daily Express

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'Breathtaking twists and turns' Anthony Horowitz'An unmissable, breakneck ride' James Swallow'Exhilarating, high stakes action' Lesley Kara______________________________Private Beijing is ripped apart after an attack leaves three agents dead and the head of the team missing.With the Beijing branch in turmoil, Private's owner and global head, Jack Morgan, immediately gets on a plane from LA.Soon after Jack lands in China, another Private office is attacked. It's clear that the entire organisation is under threat.As Jack launches a global investigation from unfamiliar territory, he will need the loyalty of his team now more than ever.______________________________Readers are loving Private Beijing'Does not let up!''Superbly written''Tense, suspenseful, edge-of-your-seat stuff''Addictive, fast paced and thrilling story''An exciting, exhilarating, explosive, high octane political thriller'______________________________Praise for the Private thrillers'An exhilarating and totally satisfying read' NB Magazine'A breakneck fast, brutally good page-turner' Daily Mail'Yet another fine outing from the master of thrillers' City A.M.'Hits the ground running and the pace never misses a beat' Daily Express

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James Patterson (Author) JAMES PATTERSON is one of the best-known and biggest-selling writers of all time. Among his creations are some of the world's most popular series including Alex Cross, the Women's Murder Club, Michael Bennett and the Private novels. He has written many other number one bestsellers including collaborations with President Bill Clinton and Dolly Parton, stand-alone thrillers and non-fiction. James has donated millions in grants to independent bookshops and has been the most borrowed adult author in UK libraries for the past fourteen years in a row. He lives in Florida with his family.Adam Hamdy (Author) ADAM HAMDY is a bestselling author and screenwriter. His most recent novel, The Other Side of Night, was an NPR best book of 2022 and a New York Times best thriller of the year, and has been described as ingenious and deeply moving. He is the author of the Scott Pearce series of modern spy thrillers, Black 13, <

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James Patterson (Author) JAMES PATTERSON is one of the best-known and biggest-selling writers of all time. Among his creations are some of the world's most popular series including Alex Cross, the Women's Murder Club, Michael Bennett and the Private novels. He has written many other number one bestsellers including collaborations with President Bill Clinton and Dolly Parton, stand-alone thrillers and non-fiction. James has donated millions in grants to independent bookshops and has been the most borrowed adult author in UK libraries for the past fourteen years in a row. He lives in Florida with his family.Adam Hamdy (Author) ADAM HAMDY is a bestselling author and screenwriter. His most recent novel, The Other Side of Night, was an NPR best book of 2022 and a New York Times best thriller of the year, and has been described as ingenious and deeply moving. He is the author of the Scott Pearce series of modern spy thrillers, Black 13,

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