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She didn't see the patch of black ice until it was too late. The car started to spin, and as it veered off into the deep ditch and the mounds of snow beside the road, she saw him. The little boy frozen in the ice. When the remains of two bodies are found in an open grave along a desolate highway in Stillwater, Minnesota, Special Agent Nikki Hunt knows exactly who they are. The bright blue jacket lying on the frozen earth belongs to Kellan Rhodes, the missing boy she's desperately been trying to find for the last two days. The other body is his mother Dana, who had been Nikki's lead suspect. Although the wounds on Dana's body suggest she murdered her son and took her own life, Nikki finds evidence that suggests she was a victim too. Dana was desperately trying to regain custody of Kellan, and Nikki finds boot prints at the scene that belong to someone else. When another child is reported missing, local journalist Caitlin Newport claims the cases are linked: Zach Reeves was taken away from his own mother in a custody battle, just like Kellan was. Caitlin once helped Nikki find out the truth about her own parents' murders, but her desire for a story nearly cost Nikki her life. Now, Nikki must decide if she can trust Caitlin again, before time runs out to find the killer and bring Zach home alive... An unputdownable thriller that will make your heart pound until its final, shocking conclusion. Perfect for fans of Robert Dugoni, Karin Slaughter, Lisa Gardner and readers who want to binge read into the night. What readers are saying about One Perfect Grave: "WOW! WOW! WOW!... one of the most action packed books I have read... makes you turn the pages as fast as possible. Edge-of-your-seat story. And the End: Unbelievable!!! A must read!" Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Wow... Absolutely Brilliant... this is a gripping, edge-of-your-seat page-turner...' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Had me glued to my Kindle... plenty of twists and turns, and a shocking conclusion.' Goodreads reviewer'Astonishing read!... I've fallen in love with the quirky town and its people... I hope this series goes on forever.' Tove Reads, 5 stars

The beautiful young woman's long black hair clings to her face like seaweed. As Nadine turns the body, she prays this will be different: but seeing the wounds, her prayers go unanswered. It's just like the others. An exact match to her mother's victims.Keeping her head down and refusing to let anyone get close is Agent Nadine Finch's atonement for never realising her mother Arleen was a serial killer. But when the body of a young woman is found drifting in the warm Sarasota Bay waters, right where Nadine grew up, the past she's worked so hard to keep hidden comes calling.Rushing to the scene, Nadine is the first to notice the circle carved around the girl's ring finger. It's the exact same marking Arleen left on all her victims. Suddenly, Nadine is a teenager again, watching her mother come home to their trailer in the middle of the night, covered in blood.With a heartbroken family reeling, and no witnesses or forensic evidence, Nadine has no choice but to face her demons and visit her mother in prison. When her mother whispers a name Nadine hasn't heard for years, the case takes a terrifyingly personal turn, and returning home, the bag of bloodied clothes left on Nadine's bed tells her someone is watching her every move...With her dark family history out in the open, it's not long before suspicion falls on Nadine herself. As her team turn against her, the closer she gets to her mother and this case, the more danger she's in. Time is running out. Can she catch the killer-or will she be the next victim of this dark family legacy?An unputdownable thriller that will have you racing through the pages until the final, jaw-dropping twist. Perfect for fans of Rachel Caine, Lisa Gardner and Mary Burton.Read what everyone's saying about A Killer's Daughter:'Wow!! This book!!! Where do I begin?... completely and utterly impossible to put down... literally had me on the edge of my seat. I have devoured this book in just one sitting... gripping... a superb read.' Little Miss Book Lover 87, ¿¿¿¿¿

I watched in awe as Miz Rosa stopped those men on the bus with her clear, calm "no" and I thought about that word. What if I said no? What if I refused to follow the path these White folks wanted for us? What if I kept this precious baby?Montgomery, Alabama, 1955On a cold December evening, Mattie Banks packs a suitcase and leaves her family home. Sixteen years old and pregnant, she has already made the mistake that will ruin her life and disgrace her widowed mother. Boarding the 2857 bus, she sits with her case on her lap, hoping that the driver will take her away from disaster. Instead, Mattie witnesses an act of bravery by a woman named Rosa Parks that changes everything. But as Mattie strives to turn her life around, the dangers that first led her to run are never far away. Forging a new life in a harsh world at constant risk of exposure, Mattie will need to fight to keep her baby safe.Atlanta, Georgia, present dayAshlee Turner is going home. Her relationship in ruins, her career held back by prejudice, she is returning to the family who have always been her rock. But Ashlee's home is not the safe haven she remembers. Her beloved grandmother is dying and is determined to share her story before she leaves...When Ashlee finds a stack of yellowing letters hidden in her nana's closet, she can't help the curiosity that compels her to read, and she uncovers an old secret that could wreak havoc on her already grieving family. As she tries to make sense of what she has learned, Ashlee faces a devastating choice: to protect her loved ones from the revelations, or honor her grandmother's wishes and follow the path to the truth, no matter where it may lead.For readers of The Help, Orphan Train and Before We Were Yours comes a beautiful and heartbreaking novel about redemption, family secrets and the spirit of survival found at the hardest time.Readers love The Girl at the Back of the Bus:¿¿¿¿¿ "My, My, My and Wow, just Wow!!... What an excellent and amazing story!... From the first word until the last, I was so enthralled and riveted... Whew!!... Hallelujah!! This is an awesome book!! A definite must-read!!" Geri's Things¿¿¿¿¿ "Where do I start? For the first time, I am left speechless after reading a book. Speechless because the narrative just grabbed me by my core... I laughed, but mostly cried. A must-read for lovers of women's historical fiction. Five stars." Goodreads reviewer

Everyone in the village admires Anna because she's a wonderful mother. Juggling family life with a small sewing business, she's the one they turn to for a warm hug after a hard day. Her kind, polite daughters are a credit to her - even Bay, her stepdaughter, whom Anna loves as much as her own two girls.But normal family life changes overnight when Anna's middle daughter's beauty catches the eye of a stranger in a café. As jealousy erupts between the siblings, Anna's perfect blended family begins to unravel around her. A devastating secret about the dangerous game they played when they were little girls threatens to break the surface - and the bonds of this close-knit family forever...To save her girls, Anna must rethink everything she ever thought she knew about love, motherhood and family. She must pick a side, an impossible decision for any mother, but believing the wrong daughter could be fatal.Anna has already sacrificed so much for her family, but there are no limits to what a mother will do for her daughters...The Pretty One is a stunning family drama that explores the dark consequences of sibling rivalry and the heart-wrenching emotional cost of keeping secrets from those you love. Perfect for fans of Big Little Lies, Little Fires Everywhere and My Dark Vanessa.Everyone is talking about Clare Boyd:'Fabulous book!!!! Wow, Wow, Wow!! One of my fav books ever... soooooo addicting.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'I couldn't stop reading and was sitting on the edge of my seat until I reached the astonishing and mind-blowing conclusion.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Wow wow wow!... I was hooked from page one.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Had me on the edge of my seat until I reached the mind-blowing conclusion... I couldn't stop reading!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

24 June, 1994 Nineteen-year-old Leila Hawkins runs from her father's birthday party into the stormy night wearing her sister Stella's long red coat. Some say she was crying, others swear they saw her get into a passing car. Nobody ever saw her again. Present This time every year, on the anniversary of that fateful night, Stella decorates the small seaside town she grew up in with pictures of her beautiful missing sister. But after twenty-five years, is it even worth hoping someone will come forward? Perhaps the upcoming documentary will spark people's memories by reuniting all the guests who were there the night Leila went missing. As old friends gather and long-buried secrets begin to surface, the last thing Stella ever expects is a direct response from someone claiming they took Leila. They want private details of Stella's life in return for answers. But as the true events of the night of the party play out once again, who is lying? And who is next? From the bestselling author of The Perfect Friend, this absolutely gripping psychological thriller will keep you up all night and leave you sleeping with the light on. If you loved Gone Girl, The Girl on the Train and The Wife Between Us this book is for you! Everyone is talking about The Girl in the Missing Poster:';OMG had me madly reading, hanging on to every word, frantically wanting to know what happened next. Boy oh boy, that ending!... Bloody brilliant!' Nicki's Book Blog, 5 stars ';You MUST read this mind-blowing truly astonishing captivating, engrossing and riveting.' Blue Pink Books, 5 stars ';Fantastic I raced through it, desperate to know the truth. A brilliant and shocking thriller!' Lauren North, author of The Perfect Betrayal ';Blooming fantastic superb one hell of a rollercoaster ride.' Beady Jans Books, 5 stars ';OMG gripping will have you guessing until the very end WOW incredible sure to have you on the edge of your seat.' Baker's Not So Secret Blog, 5 stars ';Wow, and wow again. I really, really loved this mind-blowing.' Nicki's Life of Crime, 5 stars ';Hooked and completely gripped from the very first page to the unexpected twist that I definitely didn't see coming.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars ';OMG!!!!! Awesome. I loved, loved, loved that ending a head-banger of a twist

Amber applies a dash of red lipstick and checks herself out in the mirror before heading out on a date. 'Don't wait up!' she calls to her housemates as she leaves. But Amber never returns home that night. Amber Slater is never seen again.The last person to see Amber was her housemate. He remembers everything she was wearing that night. He watched her leave. He listened to every word of her phone conversation with her friend before she left. He knows more about Amber's movements than anyone.At university, she is well-liked by her fellow students and teachers. Her tutor's voice shakes when he is questioned by the police. Some say he and Amber were very close. Too close. Some say his wife had just found out about their relationship.The manager at the restaurant where Amber was supposed to eat that night says she didn't show up. Yet the chef at the restaurant is overly chatty about her. He wasn't working that night. He wasn't answering his phone. Nobody knows where he was when Amber went missing.Rumours begin to circulate about Amber, it seems that everyone has a story to tell. But when the young girl's lifeless body is found in a local park, with her blue lips glued shut, the gossip suddenly goes quiet. As the police trace the last few hours of Amber's life, it seems that the girl simply vanished on her way to catch her bus. And when another woman goes missing in the dead of night, it's a race against time to find her before she too is silenced forever.Fans of crime books from Angela Marsons, Cara Hunter and Clare Mackintosh will love The Broken Ones.What readers are saying about Carla Kovach:¿¿¿¿¿ 'I am completely hooked on this series. I read this in a single sitting, unable to put it down.' NetGalley reviewer¿¿¿¿¿ 'Wow!... Absolutely amazing!... An incredibly clever and gripping story. I was hooked from the first page.' Goodreads reviewer¿¿¿¿¿ 'Fantastic. Five stars from me.' NetGalley reviewer¿¿¿¿¿ 'Very hard to put down. I give this book five stars just because I loved it.' NetGalley reviewer

"THE BEST romance trilogy I have ever read!!" Amazon reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿Lexy Culhane follows in stunned silence as her father bundles her younger brothers onto the train in a midnight flight away from the only life they have ever known. It seems impossible to her that her gentle, loving mother could have shot a man.Despite the shock, Lexy soon grows to love her new home at Wild Swan, the grand horse farm in Maryland run by her formidable grandmother, Alexandria Falconer. It is from Alex that Lexy has inherited her fiery and rebellious spirit, and which eventually leads her headlong into a career as a crusading reporter during the final days of the frontier wars.When Lexy meets enigmatic fellow reporter Hawk MacKenna, she feels she has finally found her soulmate. But Hawk's life is shadowed by a mistake from his youth, and still haunted by her mother's actions, Lexy struggles to trust him. When her relentless curiosity about his hidden past comes between them, Hawk leaves for the battlefields in the West and Lexy accepts an invitation from distant relations in England. But when she is offered a chance to stay, she faces a test-can she choose between building a new life in this foreign land, or returning to face the pain, and the love, that she left behind?A stunning, dramatic and heartfelt story by beloved storyteller Celeste De Blasis, set against the backdrop of the most turbulent age of American history. Perfect for readers who love Poldark, Outlander and Daphne du Maurier.A Wild Legacy was originally published as A Season of Swans.Readers love the Wild Swan trilogy:"Read it OVER and OVER. The pages were falling out." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars"Made me laugh, cry and feel all the range of emotions." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars"One of my all-time FAVORITE books!!!!!!!!" Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Just as the lightning bolt of memory passed, a pair of hands grabbed Olivia's shoulders and shoved her body backwards against the wooden floor. I'm not going to die here, am I? she thought, though the answer seemed all too clear. Am I?Port Gamble, Washington: When the body of English exchange student Olivia Grant is found at the palatial home of local schoolgirl, Brianna Connors, the town assumes that it's a Halloween prank gone wrong. But when Brianna and her boyfriend Drew are spotted casually shopping the next day, people start to talk: how could they be so unaffected by Olivia's death?Twins Hayley and Taylor Ryan have received signs from beyond the grave for as long as they can remember. As the local police piece together the mystery, the girls begin to receive messages suggesting that something darker was at play that night. The killer had a target and they're not done yet.When the prime suspects disappear, the twins know that time is running out. But to get to the killer, they will first need to confront a close family member who harbors a long-held secret and has committed the ultimate act of betrayal.From the #1 New York Times bestselling author comes an unputdownable thriller about two girls' hunt to find a killer on the run, with a touch of supernatural help. Perfect for fans of Melinda Leigh, Robert Dugoni and James Patterson.This book was originally published as BETRAYAL. This new edition has been re-edited since its publication in 2012.Praise for Gregg Olsen:"OMG!!... I was simply blown away by this... I couldn't look away... The story took me by my throat making me gasp every few chapters... Wow!!" Shalini's Books and Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿"What a complete stunner of a read this is. It had everything, sensational, creepy, addictive with a stunningly complex plot from beginning to end and I loved, loved, loved it!!... So this is going to rate as one my best reads of the year." Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

Please forgive me for what I'm about to do...Standing at the school gates, he waits until the last child leaves the safety of the playground. And then he follows at a distance, keeping to the shadows. Only he knows what's going to happen next.In a quiet church, on a busy London street, 12-year-old Donovan Blair is found dead. His hands are clasped together as if in prayer. Just hours ago, he was happily playing with his friends at school, but now his body is lifeless, and his killer is long gone.Detective Dan Lockhart is working alone on his wife's missing person's case when he receives a call telling him to get to the crime scene at St Mary's Church immediately.Bringing in psychologist Dr Lexi Green to help profile the murderer, Dan is convinced that the killer has provided a clue by leaving the body in a prayer position, and Lexi agrees. As they try to get into the mind of the person responsible, another victim is found. A 13-year-old girl, left in a different church, posed in exactly the same way.Fearing the murderer may already have another child in his sights, Dan and Lexi work together to establish links between the two deaths, and soon discover that not only were both children in care - they had attended the same school. And when it emerges that Lexi's new boyfriend works there, things become difficult between her and Dan. How much can he tell Lexi about the case? And could she be at risk?As Dan makes a breakthrough in the investigation, he receives devastating news about his wife, Jess. But with children's lives at stake and Lexi in danger, Dan must put his personal emotions aside and chase the killer. Can he and Lexi work out who is behind the murders before another vulnerable child is taken?This nail-biting crime book is perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Lisa Regan and Robert Dugoni. Once you pick up Lost Souls, you won't be able to put it down!What readers are saying about Lost Souls:'A totally gripping page-turner that crackles with tension - get ready to stay up late!' Lisa Regan, author'I read this within 24 hours... It was outstanding... An astonishing page-turner.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'An Incredible book.' B for Bookreview, 5 stars

';Totally addictive, twisty and unputdownable with one of the most unforgettable villains in recent thrillers.' Erin Kelly, bestselling author of He Said, She Said I need the two men sitting on the other side of the interview table to trust me. My family's happiness is riding on my getting this job. I smile, knowing that first impressions are key. There's no link between having a friendly face and being trustworthy, but humans are built to think there is. Even us doctors, who should know better. If only I could keep my past secret from these men, but they'll have read about me in the papers the court case, the threats, the lies that were told. But what's important now are my son and daughter: a new house, new school, a new start away from the city. Away from my ex, my old job and the scandal that nearly ruined me. What I don't know yet is that if I convince them to hire me, I'll be putting my children in terrible danger. I'm trying to make things right, but this is when it starts to go wrong. And when one of my precious children goes missing, I'll realise that the nightmare is far from over. In spite of everything I've gone through, I will fail to recognise the evils a friendly face can hide. Sometimes it's the people who want to be closest to you that you should be most afraid of. They're the ones who know your secrets. Who want to make you pay. Utterly twisty and completely unputdownable. This insanely gripping page-turner from bestselling author Lucy Dawson is perfect for anyone who tore through Friend Request, Gone Girl or My Lovely Wife. What readers are saying about Lucy Dawson:';Omg this book was soooo good. I couldn't put it down It was such a shocking twist at the end. All the revelations that came to light at the end were fantastic. This book had everything.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';Wow, wow, wow, wow, wow, what a book! grabs you from the very beginning and doesn't let you go until the very last page An absolutely fabulous, nail-biting thriller!!' Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars ';I flew through it. It's a hold your breath, race to the end, one-sitting read. Delicious twists!' Jo Spain, bestselling author of The Confession ';Oh MY, OHH MYY! WOOW, this was soo INTENSE!!... This riveting story will definitely have you reading until the small hours.' Goodreads reviewer ';I read it in 24 hours, could not put it down. I could not have foreseen the ending in a million years.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';Wow! I loved it! Just brilliant

Shivering in the early morning chill, the caretaker flips the switch on the Ferris wheel and stumbles back in shock. The teenage girl's body is slumped in a halo of pretty colored lights, long red hair spilling over her tear-stained cheeks, her eyes fixed forever on her dangling feet.When teenager Nikki Jackson's body is found at an amusement park, just hours after Fourth of July fireworks lit up the night sky, the Lost Creek police rule her death as suicide-a devastating final act from a girl who had lost all hope. But the absence of the knife used to make the wounds on her delicate wrists makes Detective Madison Harper think otherwise. And the partial fingerprint found on the girl's face proves her right. Someone else was with Nikki in her final moments...Back home in Colorado for the first time in seven years to investigate the murder of a woman with ties to the son she lost to the care system, the pressure is on for Madison to work both cases at once. Fearing the team has missed a vital clue, Madison searches the crime scene alone and finds the last thing she ever expected: a note proving the victims knew each other, and that the cases are linked. Is this a coincidence, proof a dangerous murderer is on the loose, or a trap set to lead Madison off the trail?It's only when Madison finally finds the knife used to harm Nikki, tucked in an almost impossible to find hiding place, that she knows she is closing-in on a twisted killer. But the last person she expects to see dragged into the department in handcuffs is her own missing son...An absolutely unputdownable crime thriller that will have you sleeping with the lights on. Addictive reading for anyone who loves Lisa Regan, Robert Dugoni and Melinda Leigh.Everyone is talking about Cry For Help:'Oh man, what a rollercoaster of a ride... jaw-dropping and edge-of-the-seat stuff... couldn't put it down till it was finished!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Absolutely LOVED... Kept me guessing right up to the end. Non-stop from page one. This is a must-read!' Owl Books, 5 stars

';FANTASTIC PERFECT weekend read. I just LOVED the friendships of the four women I am sooooo sad its over.' Goodreads Reviewer, Everyone has one big regret Ivy has been looking forward to seeing her oldest college friends for months. But the reunion couldn't have come at a worse time. Her husband has left her and she is struggling to pay the bills. She's never felt less like sitting around drinking cocktails. And as the reunion weekend approaches, Ivy can't stop thinking about the life-altering mistake that changed everything during her senior year Not wanting to let everyone down, Ivy boards the plane to Boston and makes her way to Elise's stunning Cape Cod summerhouse, where Ada and Libby are waiting. That evening, as everyone gathers on the sofa with several bottles of wine, someone suggests they play truth or dare. When Ada picks truth and is asked about her biggest regret, something is said that can't be taken back. Something that makes Ivy question the moment she has always blamed herself for and makes her wonder if these women were ever her friends to begin with. But Ivy's not the only one keeping secrets. Ada, Elise and Libby's perfect lives are not quite what they seem. As new revelations come to light, will this weekend bring the three friends closer than ever or tear them apart for good? A gripping, emotional drama about the complexities of friendship and the lengths we will go for the ones we love. Perfect for fans of Big Little Lies, Elin Hilderbrand and The Family Next Door. Praise for Emily Cavanagh: ';Hooked me on the first page This book grabbed me I read it in two sittings.' The World Is Ours to Read, Heartbreaking and poignant A story of secrets and families, love, loss and betrayal Loved, loved, loved this book.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';I absolutely loved this book Captivating, compelling, powerful and so heart-breaking. It was one that I could not tear myself away from If I could give it more than 5 stars I would.' Once Upon A Time Book Blog, ';Heartbreaking, unforgettable and captivating I just couldn't put it down.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';A page-turner Nothing was as it seemed, and everyone had something to hide I was hooked from the first page.' Lu Reviews Books ';Heartbreaking and gripping page turner with a twist. This instantly pulled me in I just had to finish and find out what happened.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';A page turner with a twist I didn't want to put it down

"Snow falls and a woman prepares for a funeral she has long expected, yet hoped would never come. As she pats her hair and straightens her skirt, she tells herself this isn't the first time she's lost someone. Lifting a delicate, battered wristwatch from a little box on her dresser, she presses it to her cheek. Suddenly, she's lost in memory... January 1945. Dachau, Germany. As the train rattles through the bright, snowy Bavarian countryside, the still beauty outside the window hides the terrible scenes inside the train, where men and women are packed together, cold and terrified. Jewish watchmaker Isaac Schèuller can't understand how he came to be here, and is certain he won't be leaving alive. When the prisoners arrive at Dachau concentration camp, Isaac is unexpectedly pulled from the crowd and installed in the nearby household of Senior Officer Becher and his young, pretty, spoiled wife. With his talent for watchmaking, Isaac can be of use to Becher, but he knows his life is only worth something here as long as Becher needs his skills. Anna Reznick waits table and washes linens for the Bechers, who dine and socialise and carry on as if they don't constantly have death all around them. When she meets Isaac she knows she's found a true friend, and maybe more. But Dachau is a dangerous place where you can never take love for granted, and when Isaac discovers a heartbreaking secret hidden in the depths of Becher's workshop, it will put Anna and Issac in terrible danger..."--Provided by publisher.

Jo forced herself to look into the cot, but at first all she could see was grey dust from the explosion. Then, a tiny hand poked out through a layer of grit. In seconds she had the child scooped up and she could feel its little body warm against her own. She felt an almost painful surge of emotion welling up from the pit of her stomach. With tears pouring down her cheeks, she stood rocking and soothing the baby, knowing there was very little chance the child's mother had survived.England, 1941. After three nights of relentless bombing from German aircraft, trained nurse Jo Brooks is told to report to the basement theatre of Mill Road Hospital. She goes with a heavy heart, not wanting to leave behind her best friend Moira, who is desperately soothing new mothers on the maternity ward. As Jo arrives safely underground, the ward takes a direct hit.Pulling herself from the rubble, Jo's first priority must be her patients… but she can't stop herself frantically searching for Moira. When Jo eventually finds her, buried beneath a foot of bricks and stone, Moira is barely clinging to life. Jo makes a solemn vow: she will do whatever it takes to help the allies win the war, even if it means sacrificing her own safety.The opportunity to make good on her promise comes sooner than she expects - nurses are badly needed to evacuate wounded allies across enemy lines. It will be dangerous, heartbreaking work and her life will be at risk every moment, but Jo knows that the moment has come to prove herself at last…A powerfully emotional wartime novel about friendship and love in the most terrible of circumstances. Perfect for fans of Diney Costeloe, Jean Grainger and Soraya M. Lane. What readers are saying about Kate Eastham:'If I could give it 10 stars I would, as in my honest opinion this is one of the best historical fiction books I have read in a long time… a book I know I will not forget.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Every now and again you just need a darn good heart-warming and dramatic romantic saga to lose yourself in and this ticks ALL the boxes. It is a lovely and very engaging read for women of all ages.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'This is another historical novel that I loved from the very first pages! I loved it, and there's really not much more to add. I read it eagerly and easily… definitely more uplifting than the usual 'happily-ever-after' that might have been expected.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A beautifully written story with very strong characters… I won't spoil the book for others well worth 5 stars.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'This was a lovely read, from start to finish… It was, as expected, full of emotion from the beginning… a powerful, moving tale.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

One woman has nothing to lose.The other has everything.To the outside world, Gracie Dwyer has it all: the handsome husband, the adorable child, the beautiful home and the glittering career.Juliet's life couldn't be more different. A single mother struggling to make ends meet, she lives in fear of her vindictive ex-husband taking their five-year-old daughter from her.So when Gracie moves into Falcon House, just streets away from Juliet, she sees an opportunity. If Juliet can just get close to Gracie, maybe her fortunes will begin to change. After all, if anyone has luck to share around, it's Gracie Dwyer.And if cracks begin to appear in Gracie's perfect life, well, it's Juliet who will be there to pick up the pieces. Because no one's life is really that perfect - and sometimes all it takes is a little push to expose the darkest of secrets...A gripping and suspenseful psychological thriller with a mind-blowing twist, fans of The Wife Between Us, His Lovely Wife and Gone Girl will be utterly addicted to this twisted story of obsession, secrets and lies.Why readers love Her Perfect Life:'OMG this was a twister of a read. I really didn't expect that... I loved the story... Couldn't put it down. Definitely worth more than 5*. This is a must read.' Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿'Brilliant and addictive with an explosive conclusion, Her Perfect Life will keep you guessing until the end.' B. A. Paris, author of Behind Closed Doors'I absolutely LOVED Her Perfect Life... From the first pages I was hooked and I couldn't put it down! Captivating, thrilling & extremely chilling at times... It draws you in and holds you captive... I was gutted when I finished the last page.' Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿'A gripping read that kept me up until the early hours - brilliantly plotted with all the ingredients of a great psychological thriller.' Renee Knight, author of Disclaimer'WOW, it was a truly fantastic gripping read, from start to finish... you just never knew what was coming as you turned each page and as for the ending, OMG definitely didn't expect that. If you love psychological thrillers then I would highly recommend you read this book.' Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿'Deftly woven and deliciously chilling. A superb thriller.' Clare Mackintosh, author of I Let You Go'I thoroughly enjoyed this stunning new thriller! Every time I reluctantly had to get back to real life, all I could think about was when I could next curl up with a cup of tea and reopen the pages!' Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿'Such an amazing book - I was literally grabbed in from the first few pages, and I couldn't put it down.' Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

From top-ten bestseller Ella Carey comes a gripping, haunting and utterly captivating novel about love, secrets and betrayal in a story that spans the most tumultuous decades of the twentieth century. What happens when the truths you have built your life on start to crumble? Emma Temple sits looking out of the window in her beautiful apartment in the heart of London, surrounded by memories of her younger years as one of England's most influential artists. Nearly ninety, it would be easy to overlook her as a forgetful older lady. But Emma's past, including her great love affair which survived two world wars, is about to come crashing into the present. When her granddaughter Laura arrives asking questions about the portrait that hangs above her bed, Emma is transported back over sixty years. The picture was painted by the only man she ever truly loved, the one soul on earth who knew her deepest secret. But when a newspaper claims that the portrait is a fake, everything Emma believed to be true starts to collapse. Suddenly she is transported back to a sunny house in the south of France in 1923 and the moment when her life changed forever An incredibly emotional and totally compelling historical novel about the relationships that shape us and the secrets we never forget. Fans of My Name is Eva, Fiona Valpy and Rhys Bowen will be completely transported from the very first page. Readers are utterly enchanted by The Things We Don't Say: ';I ended the book in tears, I knew the author had succeeded in making me care so much A beautiful story.' Goodreads Reviewer ';A compelling story of love and secrets, a story lasting over sixty years through two world wars You will not want to put it down A really moving story.' Goodreads Reviewer ';There is much to love about this story. I was entranced from page one. This is a book to savor Well done to the author.' Goodreads Reviewer ';Thrilling to read as you encounter mysteries and suspense. Highly recommended for all readers.' Goodreads Reviewer ';An emotional journey of everlasting love! A really stunning read!' Goodreads Reviewer ';Drew me into the story from the very first sentence and held me till the end I definitely will read more by this author and recommend this book to others.' Goodreads Reviewer

The story of one young woman's exceptional courage in the darkest of times, set in the stunningly atmospheric mountains of Czechoslovakia during the Second World War. 1938: Magda has led a sheltered life in her small village until the day she is forced from her home by the invading Nazi army. Torn away from her family and the only place she has ever known, she is offered refuge in an alpine villa owned by brilliant Dr Tauber and his talented, beautiful wife. But despite having friends in high places, the Jewish Taubers are living on borrowed time. When the Gestapo come to arrest them, Magda is asked to protect something more precious than the silver and jewels they leave behind. Their newborn son Samuel. Magda turns to the local Resistance, who hide Samuel nearby. Determined to help them and save her country, Magda remains in the house to serve the Nazi commander, passing messages and supplies to the secret network. But when she is caught, Magda is forced to flee into the high mountains with a price on her head. With the Nazis in pursuit, and nothing left to lose, Magda takes up arms with a band of partisan fighters in the hope of rescuing the Taubers and reuniting them with Samuel. Even if it might mean laying down her life to win the freedom of those she loves This heartbreaking wartime epic of love, bravery and survival will stay with you long after you have turned the final page. Perfect for fans of My Name is Eva, The Alice Network and The German Midwife. Previously published as Magda's Mark, this edition has substantial editorial changes. Praise for The Girl from the Mountains:';A gripping read from the start Magda is a compelling heroine living through the most devastating time in human history The authenticity of time and place was captured so well.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';Action, adventures, family, war and so many different emotions Grab a few tissues Such a powerful story you must read.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';A wonderful intense read So vivid you will feel you are there. I could not put this story down. I loved the book.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';Readers will be captivated by Magda's character I could barely put down the book. I smiled, cried I recommend it to all history lovers!' Goodreads Reviewer, ';Riveting, intense From the very beginning you feel like you're amidst the chaos, the heartbreak, the despair but also the incredible bravery and spirit of the people in WWII A great reminder of what people are capable of.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';This extraordinary war story transports the reader into Czechoslovakia in the first years of German occupation Conflict and tension await the reader on every page This is an exceptional read

Detective Amanda Steele stops just inside the doorway, recognizing the victim's face instantly. He seems so vulnerable in death; soft, human, even harmless. But she can never forget the evil he has inflicted. Her heart is hammering as she remembers her precious daughter, with her red curls and infectious laugh, and how she was lowered into that little grave It's been five years since Detective Amanda Steele's life was derailed in the path of an oncoming drunk driver. The small community of Dumfries, Virginia, may have moved on from the tragic deaths of her husband and daughter, but Amanda cannot. When the driver who killed her family is found murdered in a motel room, she can't keep away from the case. Fighting her sergeant to be allowed to work an investigation with such a personal connection to her, Amanda is in a race to prove that she can uncover the truth. But the more she digs into the past of the man who destroyed her future, the more shocking discoveries she makes. And when Amanda finds the link between a silver bracelet in his possession and the brutal unsolved murder of a young exotic dancer, she realizes she's caught up in something darker than she ever imagined and suspects that more girls could be in danger. But as Amanda edges toward the truth, she gets closer to a secret as personal as it is deadly. Amanda has stumbled upon a dangerous killer, and she must face some terrible truths in order to catch this killer and save his next victim as she couldn't save her own daughter A gripping, page-turning thriller full of mystery and suspense. Perfect for fans of Rachel Caine, Lisa Regan and Robert Dugoni. Readers love Carolyn Arnold: ';OMG YES. This was an amazing book I couldn't put it down Best book I read this year.' Goodreads reviewer ';My heart is still beating fast! Wow!! By far, one of the best thrillers I've read in a long time! The characters were great and no one would ever guess the ending! This story knocks it out of the ballpark!!' Goodreads reviewer ';Wow! Could not put this down. So many twists and surprises. Highly recommend!' Goodreads reviewer ';If there was a way to give more than 5 stars, I would! This book is amazing! It's fast paced and will have you turning pages ever faster! Never a dull moment! Extremely well written as well as thought out!' Goodreads reviewer ';What a great book! I read it in one day and had so many twists and turns I never saw the ending coming!' Goodreads reviewer ';I have NEVER had my heart pumping as it does in this series.' Goodreads reviewer ';Wow! This book hooked me from the very beginning and didn't let go

The picture holds all the answers. But can she piece together the clues? At the moment he knows he is dying, Johnny Eagle takes a photograph, which is later discovered by his heartbroken wife, Heidi. Heidi pores over the image and sees a busy street scene and a pavement full of strangers she has no idea what this last message from her beloved husband could mean. Heidi has spent her days and her years giving cherished old furniture a second chance. But there are some parts of Heidi's own life she believes are beyond repair. Secrets that Heidi and Johnny kept throughout their long marriage. Things that they were never brave enough to speak about, not even to each other. All Heidi knows now is that this picture of her husband's final moments is where she has to start looking for clues, and when she visits the busy street from the photograph, Heidi finally comes face to face with the person she's been waiting to meet her entire life. But are they ready to meet her? The Day My Husband Left will make you cry, laugh, hope, and learn how to put the broken bits of your own life back together again. Perfect for readers who love Jojo Moyes, Susan Lewis and Ruth Hogan. What readers are saying about The Day My Husband Left: ';A wonderful, heart-warming, emotional and captivating read I would highly recommend it, just don't forget to keep the tissues handy!' Stardust Book Reviews ';A beautifully written heartfelt read Makes for a truly great story that will stay with you for a long time!' Goodreads reviewer ';What an amazing read Unpredictable and moving It is a difficult book to put down.' Goodreads reviewer ';A great read.' Goodreads reviewer What readers are saying about Amy Miller: ';I loved this book from the very first to the very last page.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';This is an amazing book. I loved it.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';A heart-warming, relaxing and lovely book.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';A truly fantastic, emotional and heart-warming story If I could give this book more than five stars, I would. It deserves an entire constellation, that's for sure!' The Writing Garnet ';I absolutely loved every minute of it! A truly heart-warming and uplifting story and I honestly can't wait to read more.' Goodreads reviewer ';A beautiful, beautiful story.' Goodreads reviewer ';I couldn't put this book down and it kept me hooked until the very last page.' Stardust Book Reviews ';Beautifully written, heartfelt and also feel-good I love reading stories likes this It gives me a warm and fuzzy feeling inside

They live in the big houses on the pretty street. Those other women, as we call them. And to think I used to want to be like them, to have their money and happiness, to live and laugh and play like them. Not any more.It's the fourth of July and the whole town is gathered at the local pool. Through the sweltering afternoon, we single mothers don't mix with the other women-the ones with the perfect lives and happy marriages. Women like Sabine Miller. But when Sabine shoots me a desperate look across the water and suddenly disappears, my blood runs cold...Running to the back gate, all I find is a silver charm bracelet she dropped on her way out. I convince myself I'm imagining things until Sabine's husband Mark appears. When he realizes she's missing, he phones the cops straight away. "Someone has been threatening Sabine," he says. "Now they've kidnapped her."Hours later, I wish I'd run faster. The whole town is searching the streets, calling Sabine's name over and over. On the TV, Mark is begging for someone to bring his wife home.The truth is, I was the last person to see her alive-and it's killing me inside. Now the cops are at my door asking questions. I'm terrified they'll find out what happened years ago between me and Sabine. Something I've never told anyone.But I need to tell someone. Can you keep a secret?From bestselling author Georgina Cross, the most exciting new voice in suspense, comes a twisted and unputdownable psychological thriller about the power and damage of secrets behind closed doors. Perfect for anyone who was totally hooked by The Wife Between Us, Big Little Lies or Gone Girl.Readers are utterly gripped by Georgina Cross!"Wow!! Where do I begin? What an absolutely gripping, intense psychological thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat, flying through the pages and full of suspense!!... I cannot wait to read more books by the very talented Georgina Cross who I will definitely be adding to my top authors list!!! A mind-blowing, suspense-filled, psychological, page-turning thriller!!!" Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿