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Jack‿s wife is murdered. He has the chance to see justice done. But at what cost?Jack found the love of his life when he met Kate. But their happiness was shattered when she opened the door to a cold-blooded killer. He will never forget the face of the man who stole his future. The only person who loved Kate as much is Emily, her twin. So when Jack tells her that he‿s found the man who murdered her sister she doesn‿t hesitate to help him exact revenge. As the plans for vengeance lead to unforeseen danger, Emily has to trust Jack more than she has ever trusted anyone. Can you always believe what you see?An absolutely nerve-shredding suspense thriller, perfect for fans of Karin Slaughter, B.A. Paris and Linwood Barclay. Praise for A Killer Came Knocking â€?An exciting and interesting read. Well written and clear and compelling.â€? Reader Review“This book had so many twists in it, it was amazing. What a rollercoaster of emotions!â€? Reader Review“Wow this book kept me reading from the beginning to the end, like a wild roller coaster ride. So many twists and turns. This was an absolute page turner. I highly recommend this for anyone looking for a fast paced psychological thriller.â€? Reader Review“A great book full of suspense and thrill.â€? Reader Review“Excellent book with a clear cut depiction of characters. The storyline is fluid and constant, and my concentration never waived. Highly recommended.â€? Reader Review

Happiness could be just around the corner‿“‿perfect setting, perfect dress, perfect flowers, one hundred and eight guests ‿ and one, total and utter, rat.â€?Abandoned at the altar, Rosalind Shaw descends into the kind of depression which involves watching too much daytime TV and not bothering to shower as regularly as her mother would like. Relocating, she begins a new life at antiquarian bookshop “Chaptersâ€?. Here Ros finds herself working alongside the intellectual, and intensely private, Andrew; the kind-hearted, sartorially splendid, Georgina; and Joan, a free-spirited, loose cannon of a pensioner, with a penchant for amateur dramatics and outdoor nudity. But just when life might be starting to improve, Ros‿ neighbour Daniel knocks on her door with a bunch of flowers, a nervous grin and some rather distressing news‿Reading Upside Down is funny, intelligent and fast-paced ‿ a feel-good novel of mistaken assumptions and misread intentions; of feelings hurt and forgiveness. Praise for Reading Upside Down ‿I really enjoyed this book and it genuinely made me laugh out loud‿ I loved it and can't wait to read more from this great writer!‿ Juliet‿So good I've given it another spin.‿ Nicholas ‿I loved everything about this gem of a novel, and was hooked from the very first page.‿ KA Clarke‿I simply loved this book. Jo's effortless comedy had me laughing out loud on numerous occasions. It's as dry as a stick and a welcome change from some of the more traditional chicklit novels.‿ K Jones‿Brilliant brilliant brilliant ‿ what a brilliant book, thoroughly recommended!‿ Joe‿Charming, hilarious and very enjoyable! So easy to read yet fast paced, you'll not want to put it down. Definitely recommended!‿ Charlie‿I loved this book. Very funny with a few twists and warm moments! Highly recommended if you love a light uplifting (and very funny) read.‿ SarahJo Platt was born in Liverpool in 1968 and, via the extremely winding route of rural Wiltshire, London, Seattle and St Albans, she is now happily settled in Bristol with her husband and two daughters. She studied English at King's College London before going on to work in the City for ten years. In 2000 she escaped into motherhood and part-time employment, first as an assistant teacher in a Seattle pre-school and then was a Bristol-based secretary to her husband.

When life falls apart, friendship will keep you togetherAlice Waites has been happily single for almost two years. When her close friends in The Short Book Group gently question her current distinct lack of interest in men, she accepts that maybe it is time to deal with the past and open herself up to new possibilities. Oh yes, the time has come to go dating again. However, things soon unravel for Alice as she uncovers the secret heartache and hopes of those around her. And her most surprising discovery is the life-changing truth which she has kept hidden, even from herself‿Perfect for readers of Milly Johnson, Jojo Moyes or Mhairi McFarlane, It Was You is the fast, funny and touching story of one woman‿s journey towards love. Praise for Reading Upside Down by Jo Platt‿Brilliant brilliant brilliant ‿ what a brilliant book, thoroughly recommended!‿ Joe‿I really enjoyed this book and it genuinely made me laugh out loud‿ I loved it and can't wait to read more from this great writer!‿ Juliet‿So good I've given it another spin.‿ Nicholas ‿I loved everything about this gem of a novel, and was hooked from the very first page.‿ KA Clarke‿I simply loved this book. Jo's effortless comedy had me laughing out loud on numerous occasions. It's as dry as a stick and a welcome change from some of the more traditional chicklit novels.‿ K Jones‿Charming, hilarious and very enjoyable! So easy to read yet fast paced, you'll not want to put it down. Definitely recommended!‿ Charlie‿I loved this book. Very funny with a few twists and warm moments! Highly recommended if you love a light uplifting (and very funny) read.‿ SarahJo Platt was born in Liverpool in 1968 and, via the extremely winding route of rural Wiltshire, London, Seattle and St Albans, she is now happily settled in Bristol with her husband and two daughters. She studied English at King's College London before going on to work in the City for ten years. In 2000 she escaped into motherhood and part-time employment, first as an assistant teacher in a Seattle pre-school and then was a Bristol-based secretary to her husband.

Sometimes, life needs a rewrite‿Author Grace Waterhouse has hit rock bottom. Her ex-husband has just had a baby with his new partner and her latest novel is‿ well, the less said the better. Desperate for distraction, Grace impulsively takes on a friend‿s cleaning job, parachuting herself into a new social circle including an eccentric OAP, a heartbroken twenty-something and one James Brooke, an enigmatic lawyer with an unblinking stare. Add to this mix an anxious literary agent, a hairdresser who doesn‿t mince words and a newly repentant ex-husband, and Grace's career break proves to be more breathless than breather. They say that all you need is love ‿ but what if that's the one thing you haven't got?The heart-warming, funny and unputdownable new novel from bestseller Jo Platt is perfect for fans of Mhairi McFarlane, Anna Bell and Joanna Bolouri.

A deadly foe rears its head...An appeal court judge frees four of the world's most dangerous terrorists from Guantanamo Bay. The CIA tracks them back to Pakistan's North-West Frontier, but then the men vanish. Fortunately, a communication from the Afghan side of the border is intercepted by Britain's secret surveillance station in Cyprus. Al-Qaeda is plotting a devastating attack. The CIA panics, its greatest fears realised. Retired Navy SEAL Mack Bedford is called in to assist one of the most highly classified missions ever launched from CIA headquarters, with the stakes higher than ever before... A breathtaking and unputdownable action thriller, Intercept is ideal for fans of James Phelan and Chris Ryan.

In order to save a life, he must take one...Navy SEAL Mack Bedford is expelled from the military after recklessly avenging the death of fellow soldiers, killed by insurgents wielding a deadly Diamondhead anti-tank missile. Then he learns the weapons were sold illegally by the infamous terrorist abetter, Henri Foche. Meanwhile, Mack has a gravely ill son whose life can only be saved by an expensive and experimental medical procedure. When Mack is asked to assassinate Foche, his hand is forced... His reward: a chance of survival, not just for his son, but for his country. But before Mack can reach his target, a jilted mercenary group intervenes. Can he succeed ‿ and survive?A non-stop action thrill ride, Diamondhead is perfect for fans of Vince Flynn, Andy McNab and Frederick Forsyth.

It is 1909 and Molly May, her husband lost-at-sea and presumed dead, has escaped from her cruel in-laws in Liverpool to Burscough Bridge, where she gives birth. Widower Nathan Collins employs her as wet nurse to his daughter Jessica, who she tragically finds dead in her cot. When Molly's own daughter is mistaken for Jessica, she cannot bring herself to tell the truth. As her relationship with Nathan deepens, his scheming mother Dorothy wastes no opportunity to remind Molly of her lowly position. Can Molly win Nathan who, due to her lies, is raising another's child as his own?A heartbreaking tale of adversity and love, Another Man's Child is a beautiful read, perfect for fans of Katie Flynn, Maureen Lee and Rosie Goodwin

Churchill called it the finest feat of arms of the Great War...After a punishing winter patrolling the Strait of Dover aboard HMS Mackerel, Nicholas Everard finds himself leading a secret mission to capture a German trawler. Little does he know it is all in preparation for the Zeebrugge Raid. As dawn breaks on St George's Day, 1918, the Royal Navy launch a desperate assault on the Belgian submarine base, scuttling multiple blockships to trap the U-boats in the harbour. In sixty minutes of fire and fury, eight Victoria Crosses are won and hundreds of British sailors sink to their deaths. But will Nick be one of them?An extraordinary portrait of violence and valour, perfect for fans of C.S. Forester and Douglas Reeman. Praise for Sixty Minutes for St. George 'The research is unimpeachable and the scent of battle quite overpowering' The Sunday Times

An epic adventure full of peril on the high seas.1782: Fresh from passing his Lieutenancy examination, Alan Lewrie is promoted to first officer aboard brig o‿war Shrike. He is sent to the Caribbean, where the Royal Navy battles the French and Spanish. Despite his assignment, Lieutenant Lewrie just can‿t help himself, chasing the attentions of the young Lucy Beaumont. But when ordered to carry diplomats to Florida‿s Gulf Coast and form an alliance with the Creeks and Seminoles to resist the spread of a fledgeling US, Lewrie might just get into even more trouble‿The King‿s Commission is a rip-roaring tale perfect for fans of C.S. Forester and Julian Stockwin.

A touching story of Welsh village life.Cockney born Nelly Luke is an essential part of the community. Yet not even Nelly, with her shrewd eye, can predict the surprises in store for her family and friends.A new year brings new faces: Maurice Davies is back from the army, and Sheila Powell, a shop-girl, is eager to help him make up for lost time. But for some there's no escaping the past, and widow Prue Beynon finds herself confronted by a legacy she'd rather forget...Through the seasons, Nelly watches over the valley with a wry chuckle and an ever-helping hand.Valley Affairs is a warm-hearted novel packed with nostalgia and glorious period detail.

The journey is just the beginning...Elizabeth Morton, born into a prosperous family, and Michael Winterbourne, a miner, come from different worlds but when they each suffer unspeakable and life-changing tragedy they're set on a path that intertwines on the deck of the SS Historic, bound for Sydney, Australia. Falling in love should have been the end to all their troubles. But fate and the mysterious Jack Kidd make sure it's only the beginning. A sweeping tale of romance and new starts, perfect for fans of Gill Paul and Fiona Valpy. Praise for A Greater World 'A truly inspirational book of how two people from different backgrounds meet and share a joy together can they find what there really looking for a very gripping story that kept me totally captivated from beginning to end' 5* Reader review'A great read which from the very first page has you enthralled. A real page turner' 5* Reader review'A fabulous read that will keep you captivated' 5* Reader review

All roads lead home...When Holly Dryden fled Penhallow Sands nearly a year ago she was determined to put the past - and Rich Turner - behind her. But now an unexpected loss and financial trouble has led her back to the family vineyard and it's time to tell Rich the truth - he's a father.Surrounded by the memories of what they once shared Holly's anger fades in the glow of Rich's undeniable love for their son and the way he selflessly steps in to help the vineyard out of trouble. As Holly watches Rich flourish in his new role as father to baby Luke, she realises that though they can't change the past, the future is still theirs to write...An uplifting, emotional Cornwall-set romance perfect for fans of Holly Martin and Phillipa Ashley.Praise for The House at Greenacres'A really lovely book. Darcie has a magical way of writing that instantly makes you smile and feeling good' 5* Reader review'Perfect summer read. A beautiful written light-hearted romance. My first by this author. Will be looking out for more' 5* Reader review'Good summer read for anyone who likes Phillipa Ashley or Cathy Bramley!' 4* Reader review'Areally lovely book and Holly is someone you just want to give a big hug too. A good feel good read' 5* Reader review'Brilliant plot, excellent main characters that you invest in' 5* Reader review

Pippa Parkin thinks she has it all under control.For teaching assistant Pippa, life in her home town of Penmenna is reassuringly predictable. Between managing the Easter Egg Hunt and dealing with her annoying but well-meaning family, Pippa thinks she has everything sorted. That is until gorgeous new substitute teacher Kam Choudhury arrives at Penmenna School and turns everything upside down. Pippa and Kam are instantly drawn to each other, but their priorities and their working relationship make it very hard to be together. Can they find a way to reconcile their differences and find their Happily-Ever-After?This spellbinding romance is perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley and Holly Martin. Praise for The Cornish Village School - Summer Love 'A very charming story' Reader Review'A lovely "will they, won't they" story about two characters coming from different backgrounds and thrown together in a working environment' Reader Review'Fabulous feel good, magical, mystical, joyous, amazing, fabulous book' Reader Review'All in all I loved it all and I cannot wait to get more from this series and the amazing characters' Reader Review'What a wonderful novel' Reader Review'A perfect read simply brilliant and worth far more than five stars highly recommend it to anyone' Reader Review'Fantastic read........ read this book in one sitting' Reader Review'I absolutely adored this book!' Reader Review'I have been eagerly waiting for this book all year!!' Reader Review'Heartwarming, adorable, cute, lovely, so sweet. Can you tell I adored this book! Reader Review

Sylvie Williams is in trouble.What with juggling her ballet classes, preparing shy Sam for his first day at Penmenna Village school and trying to finally move out from the farm she shares with her cantankerous Uncle Tom, life is anything but easy. Television journalist Alex is facing challenges of his own. Seeking a calmer environment for his newly adopted daughter, Ellie, he's swapped reporting in war zones for the school PTA in quiet Penmenna, where his best friend has persuaded him to start laying some roots. Fireworks ignite when Sylvie and Alex meet, but will they be able to keep things strictly platonic for the sake of the children?This feel-good and rib-tickling romance is perfect for fans of Tilly Tennant and Cathy Bramley. Praise for The Cornish Village School - Second Chances'A terrific read and I hope there's more to come in this topnotch series. Absolutely recommended to those who enjoy an entertaining rom-com with a bit of substance to the story!' Reader review'This one hit all my sweet spots!' Reader review'Really looked forward to reading this one and wasn't disappointed... with a mix of old and new characters this was a charming novel... very easy reading and especially liked the community spirit with the school once again at the heart of the story... excellent read' Reader review'I love this series!!! Such fun, funny, sweet books :)' Reader review'This is a first for me by this author but won't be the last... It's a heart-warming, real and yet funny story of two strangers coming together' Reader review"From an eclectic cast of characters to the charming village setting, the book is feel-good, warm, funny, endearing and thoroughly entertaining!" Curious Ginger Cat'A really delightful book, laugh out loud and full of autumn... Kitty Wilson tells this heart-warming story of two single parents of reception class children so well. It's not sugary or schmaltzy but real and funny and I think anyone who's ever fallen in love - or in lust - will recognise Sylvie's feelings. The Cornish Village School is a brilliant concept and I can see Penmenna becoming as real to readers of romantic fiction as Heidi Swain's Wynbridge. The recurring characters are beautifully drawn - warts and all - and I can't wait to find out what happens next in their lives.' Reader review'This book is heartwarming, makes you feel good, is entertaining and it's really enjoyable.' Reader review

Play with fire, and you're going to get burned. The unputdownable new Ridpath crime thrillerIn Manchester, a block of flats is burning. The only victim is a middle-aged man, sat watching TV. Are the fire and the man's death an accident or is something more frightening at work?Meanwhile, DI Ridpath is back with his wife and enjoying work at the Coroner's Office, his myeloma still in remission. But the quiet life is soon shattered by a new threat. More corpses start appearing; charred, burnt, silent bodies, strewn in the streets and lodged in buildings. Next to each one is a chilling message sprayed in orange ink. Fighting on all fronts, Ridpath will be drawn into the dark past of his city and the youth football clubs of the 1990s. He must find the link before any more people die. Before the flames come close to home... An absolutely gripping, nerve-shredding crime thriller from master storyteller M J Lee, perfect for fans of Mark Billingham, Robert Bryndza and Patricia Gibney.

The epic novel of Roman adventure.Correus and Flavius, half brothers and rivals, have found the life of a Centurion to be dangerous. After imprisonment and torture, Flavius found his strength and proved his mettle. Correus, son of a slave, found glory on the battlefield.But now the brothers have been stationed to Wales, a land of barbarians, mud and freezing rain. Here they must face the shame of lost battle and the thrill of a new era for their beloved Rome.And in Wales awaits a prize that could change one of their lives forever...Barbarian Princess is perfect for fans of Simon Scarrow and Conn Iggulden.

An ancient medallion threatens to shake the foundations of history... and puts Finn Ryan in mortal danger.In the desert of North Africa young archaeologist Finn Ryan stumbles upon a seventy-year-old plane wreck ‿ and a shocking revelation that threatens to unravel an entire faith‿Finn and charismatic photographer Virgil Hilts are scoring the Sahara for the long-lost tomb of an apostle. But they find something they aren‿t looking for: signs of a decades old murder, along with an ancient Roman medallion bearing the infamous name of a fallen archangel. It doesn‿t take long for them to realize that they‿ve found a piece of a much bigger puzzle ‿ and a trail of clues that could get them killed‿From a mysterious monastery to a sunken ship in the Caribbean, the second instalment of the Finn Ryan Conspiracy Thrillers The Lucifer Gospel is perfect for fans of A.G. Riddle, Mark Greaney and Michael Byrne.

The greatest battle needs the greatest of warriorsThe siege of Troy is in its ninth year. But Troy still stands.When Agamemnon is threatened with mutiny by disillusioned troops, he changes tactics. Ordering attacks on Troy's allies, he deprives the city of reinforcements, trade and supplies. Yet even this does not draw the Trojans out from behind their walls.Meanwhile Odysseus, Eperitus and their men have become hardened soldiers. Odysseus just wants to return home to his island Kingdom of Ithaca. But while Agamemnon is still determined to revenge himself upon Troy for the theft of Helen by Paris, Odysseus is held by the oath that he himself created.Eperitus too is tormented: sworn to protect the very man who murdered his daughter. As the war continues, Odysseus realises that sheer numbers will never overwhelm Tory. If he is ever to return home, then he must use cunning and guile to bring about its downfall…

War is coming - and nothing can stop it…Settled in his small island kingdom, Odysseus wants nothing more than to rule Ithaca in peace. Meanwhile his warrior friend Eperitus, frustrated at his quiet life, dreams of glory in battle.But when Agamemnon's fleet appears on the horizon, Odysseus knows that war is upon him. Helen of Sparta has been abducted by a Trojan prince and the armies of Greece are gathering.As the greatest heroes flock to the crusade, only one is missing. Odysseus knows that without Achilles, the gates of Troy will never fall. He must use all his cunning to hunt him down and persuade him to join their cause…From the Greek islands to the fearsome walls of Troy, this is a novel of pulse-racing battle and intrigue, perfect for readers of Tad Williams, Ben Kane and Conn Iggulden.

The first in the epic series of war and legendsGreece is in turmoil, divided by feuding kingdoms desiring wealth, power… and revenge.When Eperitus, a young exiled soldier, comes to the aid of a group of warriors in battle, little does he know what's in store. He is about to join the charismatic Odysseus, Prince of Ithaca, on a vital quest to save his homeland.Odysseus travels to Sparta to join the most famous heroes in paying suit to the sensuous Helen. Armed with nothing but his wits, he enters a treacherous world of warfare and politics to compete for the greatest prize in Greece.But few care for the problems of an impoverished prince when war with Troy beckons…An unmissable and ferociously exciting adventure for readers of David Gemmell, Christian Cameron and Simon Scarrow.

Only the determination of one man can bring victoryThe Trojan War has been raging for ten years. Greece's greatest warriors have fallen. But then a series of oracles appear with utterances from the gods, commands that must be fulfilled if Troy is to be defeated.Agamemnon, leader of the Greeks, knows that only one man has the courage and intelligence to complete the tasks set by the Olympians: Odysseus, King of Ithaca.From an island haunted by a vengeful madman to a forsaken tomb and its deadly guardian, from the palace of a hostile king to the sacred heart of Troy itself, Odysseus and his friend Eperitus must follow the trail toward the greatest deception of all time…

The thrilling final instalment of the epic and bestselling Adventures of OdysseusOdysseus has been to Hell and back. Deserted by the Gods, and now in bitter conflict with his friend Eperitus, times look bleak. He dreams of returning to his home; to Ithaca.But back on Ithaca things look little better. His son Telemachus and wife Penelope are besieged by a gang of suitors, believing Odysseus to be dead and looking for her hand in marriage.Odysseus and Eperitus have survived everything. But now they face a last test, perhaps the most difficult of all… Can they reclaim what has been lost?For readers of David Gemmell, Christian Cameron and Simon Scarrow, Return to Ithaca is the stunning conclusion to the Adventures of Odysseus series.

Odysseus's greatest challenge is only just beginningThe armies of Troy have been defeated and the city lies in ruins. His oath fulfilled, Odysseus can at last sail for Ithaca and the long-awaited reunion with his family. But the gods, who were once his allies, have turned against him.Exiled with the warrior Eperitus, he is thrust into a world of seductive demi-gods and man-eating monsters. As they struggle from one supernatural encounter to another, never knowing what the next landfall will bring, their chances of ever returning home grow fainter.Tensions reach breaking point between Odysseus and his crew. Even the faithful Eperitus's loyalties are divided. Eventually only one hope remains. For Odysseus to see his wife and son again, he must tread the paths of the dead and descend into the pits of Hell itself…

A moving tale of love and revenge set under a baking Tuscan sun

A forbidden love torn between 1950s Britain and GreeceCathy Kotsikas is as unsettled as anyone in postwar Britain. A hasty marriage has become an exhausting clash of personalities. Leon, her Greek husband, as charming as he is ruthless and self-centred, understands neither her mildly eccentric character nor her need for freedom.Cathy's sanctuary is Sandlings, a remote cottage on the barren Suffolk coast left to her by her grandfather. For Leon, however, his business in London and the restoration of his family home in Greece are of paramount importance.When Nikos, Leon's son, arrives from New York, he is drawn to Cathy from the first, and she to him. Neither sees the danger of the attraction until it is too late. Their chemistry becomes a spiral of passion and betrayal culminating in the wild sunlit beauty of the Greek countryside. But how will it end…?From Teresa Crane, comes this searing and romantic story for readers of Dinah Jefferies, Santa Montefiore or Victoria Hislop.

'My name is Ryan Drake and this is just the beginning.'Ryan Drake and his team are in hiding, having become sworn enemies of states and agencies around the world. But when a CIA operative and former adversary is killed in a car bomb attack, Drake is shocked to hear someone claiming responsibility using his name.Forced out of hiding by this mysterious new threat, Drake embarks alone on a dangerous and deadly search for answers; a journey that will take him from the slums of Rio to the deserts of Tunisia and the mountains of Afghanistan. But as the stranger's insidious influence grows stronger, he begins to realise the key to unravelling the present lies in his own shadowy past.Following his trail of destruction, the team must fight to save Drake not only from a list of ruthless enemies, but even more urgently, from himself.An edge-of-your-seat action thriller from bestselling author Will Jordan, perfect for fans of James Phelan and Vince Flynn

Rogue agent Ryan Drake faces deep regrets and only the slimmest shot at redemption...Ryan Drake is incarcerated at a Black Site in an unknown location. Bruised, naked and freezing on the floor, he has nothing left. His plot to assassinate the treacherous Marcus Cain - the Deputy Director of the CIA - failed, and now Drake must face the consequences.But Cain needs information even more than he wants to take Drake's life. The whereabouts of the mysterious Anya are unknown, and so she remains a threat, both to herself, and to Cain's ruthless ambitions at Langley and beyond. He knows she'll give everything to get Drake free, but can he know what - or rather who - she's ready to take?Taking in Paris, Poland, Pakistan and Prague, Shadow Conflict is perfect for fans of Robert Ludlum, Mark Greaney or Vince Flynn

From Marseille to Islamabad at breakneck pace, it's kill or be killedRyan Drake - once a decorated field operative - is wanted for treason. On the run from the corrupt CIA Deputy Director Marcus Cain, he has settled in a remote French safehouse. His uneasy peace is soon shattered by a startling force.Meanwhile, with the war in Afghanistan faltering, the ambitious Cain claims to have a plan to destroy al-Qaeda's top commanders. And nobody will stand in his way.Backed into a corner, and suspecting Cain's motives, Drake turns to the deadly but unpredictable Anya - once Cain's protégé, now his most bitter enemy. With the fate of the War on Terror potentially hanging in the balance, Drake and a hastily assembled team travel to Pakistan to intercept Cain. As loyalties are tested and scores are settled, only one side will survive…An action-packed tale of desperation and betrayal, Ghost Target is ideal for fans of Tom Clancy and Vince Flynn