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Black Rain Falling: 'A truly amazing writer, an outstanding novel' Bernardine Evaristo
by Jacob Ross'Jacob Ross is a truly amazing writer. Black Rain Falling is an outstanding novel' BERNARDINE EVARISTO, WINNER OF THE BOOKER PRIZE'Jacob Ross is a unique and thrilling new voice in crime fiction' MARK BILLINGHAMDelving into issues of family, class and loyalty, Black Rain Falling is a stunning crime novel that asks how far one should go to protect those they love.On the Caribbean island of Camaho, forensics expert Michael 'Digger' Digson is in deep trouble.His fellow CID detective Miss Stanislaus kills a man in self-defence - their superiors believe it was murder, and Digger given just six weeks to prove his friend is innocent.While the authorities bear down on them, Digger and Miss Stanislaus investigate a shocking roadside murder, the first tremors of a storm of crime and corruption that will break over Camaho at any moment.
Killing Eve: The basis for the BAFTA-winning Killing Eve TV series (Killing Eve series)
by Luke JenningsThe basis for KILLING EVE, now a major BBC TV series, starring Sandra Oh and Jodie ComerOn the run together, Eve Polastri and the psychopathic Villanelle take refuge in the underworld of St Petersburg. But the Twelve are closing in, as are the Russian security services. As the chess-game intensifies, and the grip of winter tightens, the couple are drawn into a nightmare realm of conspiracy and murder.Die For Me is a fast-paced, sophisticated thriller but also a poignant tale of love and erotic obsession. As the action races towards its shattering conclusion, can Eve and Villanelle learn to fully trust each other or will their differences destroy them?Codename Villanelle and No Tomorrow, the first two installments of the Killing Eve series, are out now! Praise for Killing Eve TV series'A dazzling thriller . . . mightily entertaining' Guardian 'Entertaining, clever and darkly comic' New York Times
And Then You Were Gone: the compulsive psychological thriller 'that takes hold and won't let go'
by R. J. JacobsTHEIR PERFECT TRIP... BECAME HER WORST NIGHTMARE.And Then You Were Gone is a totally addictive and twisting psychological thriller that will grip you from the very first page. Perfect for fans of Clare Mackintosh, Lisa Jewell, Fiona Barton, Shari Lapena and B.A. Paris.'A thrilling ride that kept me guessing until the end . . . Exceptional!' Rena Olsen, author of The Girl Before'A gripping psychological thriller filled with suspenseful twists and turns!' Brad Thor, number one bestselling author.For once, Emily Firestone feels her life is coming together. She has a great job and a boyfriend, Paolo, who adores her. So when Paolo suggests a weekend boating trip, it sounds idyllic - wine, water, and the man she loves. But when Emily wakes the morning after they set sail the boat is adrift... and Paolo has vanished. A strong swimmer, there is no way Paolo drowned. So how did he disappear? The days pass without any answers and Emily's world begins to fall apart. As the prime suspect she must do everything to clear her name...but what hidden secrets will she uncover in search of the truth?'Compulsively readable...this psychological thriller takes hold and won't let go.' Publishers WeeklyWHY READERS ARE COMPLETELY GRIPPED:'One of those psychological thrillers you absolutely cannot put down' ***** Goodreads reviewer'What a gripping ride, a psychological thriller with a difference, I could not put this book down.' ***** Goodreads reviewer'The story had me hooked from the first page...'Unputdownable' fits this book better than anything.' ***** Goodreads reviewer'A real rollercoaster of a read!' ***** Goodreads reviewer
The Disappearance
by Katherine Webb'Gripping, heart-wrenching and painfully real. An absolute triumph' Iona GreyWhat was hidden will be revealed...When Frances' best friend Bronwyn disappeared over twenty years ago, her body was never found. The mystery over what happened has cast a shadow over Frances' life ever since. Now, it's 1942 and bombs are raining down on Bath. In the chaos a little boy - Davy Noyle - goes missing. Frances was meant to be looking after him and she is tortured by guilt at his disappearance. Where has he gone, and could he possibly have survived?But bombs conceal, and they reveal - and as quiet falls and the dust settles, a body is disturbed from its hiding place. What happened all those years ago? And can Frances put the wrongs of the past right again...?Praise for The Disappearance:'A wonderful wartime story . . . A huge treat' Kate Riordan'I couldn't have loved it more. Riveting, haunting, beautifully written . . . a stunner!' Jenny Ashcroft'Evocative. Totally transporting. This is a rich and delicious multi-layered read' Eve Chase'A beautifully written and emotionally involving mystery...highly recommended' Amanda Jennings'Immersive, powerful and beautifully written, The Disappearance had me hooked from the first page to the last. I loved it' Judith KinghornYour favourite authors love Katherine Webb: 'An enormously talented writer' Santa Montefiore'Katherine Webb's writing is beautiful' Elizabeth Fremantle'Webb has a true gift for uncovering the mysteries of the human heart' Kate Williams'A truly gifted writer of historical fiction' Lucinda Riley
The Pleasant Grove Murders
by Jack VanceIn this second mystery novel of the Sheriff Joe Bain series, the appealing and energetic Sheriff of San Rodrigo County, California, is once again beset by extraordinary complications and diversions in the midst of trying to solve three brutal hammer murders. His career is threatened with a political smear, his ego damaged losing a fight with a suspect, and his bachelorhood threatened by several wonderfully bizarre encounters with a lovely young woman named Luna.
Mask of Night: Book 5 in the Nick Revill series (Nick Revill #5)
by Philip Gooden'Another clever criminal plunge into history' GuardianElizabeth I approaches the end of her illustrious reign, the plague is raging in London, and the Privy Council has ordered the theaters closed. Still, author Philip Gooden's fifth novel in the popular Shakespearean series brings us a great mystery as actor-sleuth Nick Revill and the Chamberlain's Men travel to Oxford, where a local physician, Dr. Hugh Fern, has commissioned a private performance of Romeo and Juliet.While Fern's motive is obscure-an attempt to reconcile two feuding families to the prospect of a marriage, perhaps; or maybe simply a ploy to get himself a role in the production-his fate is not. Indeed, he is decidedly dead, when his body is discovered during a performance at the Golden Cross Inn. No matter that the deceased lies inside a locked room or that the pestilence has followed the Chamberlain troupe from London, Revill is convinced Fern has not succumbed to natural causes.Nor is Fern's death the only one that rouses Revill's suspicions. The mysteries multiply as a strange band of men in cowls patrols the town at night, a simple carter meets a baffling end, and a corpse changes its shoes.The fifth Shakespearean murder mystery in the Nick Revill series, set during the reign of the formidable Elizabeth I.Praise for Philip Gooden:'Highly entertaining' Sunday Times'The witty narrative, laced with puns and word play so popular in this period, makes this an enjoyable racy tale' Sunday Telegraph'The book has much in common with the film Shakespeare in Love - full of colourful characters . . . but the book has an underlying darkness' Crime Time'Historical mystery fans are in for a treat' Publishers Weekly
Indian Summer (Mirabelle Bevan #7)
by Sara SheridanBrighton,1957Mirabelle Bevan can't resist a cry for help, be it the little girl at a seaside sanatorium who is getting bullied or the strange behaviour of Uma, the Indian nurse who is looking after her. Intrigued she soon finds herself drawn into a spider's web of connections between an upmarket brothel, local priest Father Grogan, a man's body washed up on Brighton beach and a missing nursing sister.Attracted to handsome police doctor, Chris Williams, Mirabelle is determined to finally put her love affair with Jack Duggan behind her and recover from the betrayal of Superintendent Alan McGregor, but the police force in Brighton is undergoing a sea change that keeps leading her back to the sanatorium at the epicentre of a spate of brutal killings. And very soon it becomes apparent Mirabelle is in much more danger than she realises...'With sharp blows delivered for gender and racial equality, Sheridan's story builds to a chilling climax' Daily Mail
You Can Trust Me: The gripping, glamorous psychological thriller you won't want to miss
by Emma RowleyThe gripping psychological thriller full of twists and turns, from the bestselling author of WHERE THE MISSING GO - for fans of FOUND by Erin Kinsley, ALL THE RAGE by Cara Hunter and THE FAMILY UPSTAIRS by Lisa Jewell.'A gripping mystery in two compelling voices, exposing the dark side of influencer culture' Claire McGowan, author of THE PUSH*****************You can trust me.But can I trust you?Olivia is the domestic goddess who has won millions of followers by sharing her picture-perfect life online. And now she's releasing her tell-all autobiography.For professional ghostwriter Nicky it's the biggest job of her career. But as she delves deeper into Olivia's life, cracks begin to appear in the glamorous façade. From the strained relationship with her handsome husband, to murky details of a tragic family death in her childhood, the truth belies Olivia's perfect public image.But why is Olivia so desperate to leave an old tragedy well alone? And how far will she go to keep Nicky from the truth?*****************If you like Clare Mackintosh, Fiona Barton, Teresa Driscoll, Jenny Blackhurst, Rachel Abbott, Laura Marshall, Joy Ellis, Cara Hunter, Mel Sherratt or Lisa Jewell then you will be utterly gripped by this psychological thriller with a massive twist you won't see coming.Praise for You Can Trust Me:'Brilliant characters and unexpected turns! Grows and changes with every reveal...' Louisa de Lange, author of THE DREAM WIFE'So clever, so unpredictable, dark, haunting. I don't have enough words to do it justice' L V Matthews, author of THE PRANK (coming 2021)'An outstanding story. Cleverly plotted, fantastically written and a fast-paced, intriguing read' Lauren North, author of THE PERFECT BETRAYAL'Emotional, gripping and fast-paced. A taut, extremely satisfying thriller' Carys Jones, author of THE LIST'A completely gripping thriller, and a breath of fresh air. You need to read this book' Rebecca Reid, author of TRUTH HURTS'An utterly absorbing novel to escape into' Vikki Patis, author of THE GIRL ACROSS THE STREET'Twists and more twists! Original and gripping...' Jackie Kabler, author of THE PERFECT COUPLE'Atmospheric and claustrophobic. Very cleverly plotted; you won't know who to trust' Catherine Cooper, author of THE CHALET'Loved how it grasped my attention right from the off and then didn't let go!' Sam Carrington, author of SAVING SOPHIE'Curl up on the sofa with You Can Trust Me, Emma Rowley's tense thriller' Grazia'Rowley has a firm grip on language and plot, and her easy, chatty style disguises a genuine emotional intelligence' Daily Mail'An involving and atmospheric psychological thriller' Crime Monthly
A Death at the Races
by Caroline Dunford'A perilous predicament for the ever-resourceful Euphemia. Highly entertaining' - PENNY KLINE, author of The Sister's Secret'Euphemia is charming and witty and completely adorable. Loved it' - COLETTE MCCORMICK, author of Ribbons in Her Hair'A sparkling and witty crime debut with a female protagonist to challenge Miss Marple' LIN ANDERSON, Award winning Scottish crime authorA Death at the Races - the fourteenth edition of the gripping and twisty Euphemia Martin Mysteries!_______________It is early 1914.The world is on the brink of war.Newly-weds Bertram and Euphemia Stapleford have just returned from their honeymoon. But Euphemia's duty lies with her King and country and she is ordered to accompany spymaster Fitzroy as his navigator in an unofficial car rally across Europe. Their task is to collect top-secret information at a dead drop en route from Hamburg to Monaco. Masquerading as Fitzroy's younger brother, Euphemia endures the most terrifying journey of her life. Before the race has even begun Fitzroy's life is put in danger and further violent attempts to sabotage their mission soon follow. When British double agent Otto begs them to help prevent the assassination of one of the Kaiser's relatives, they don't know who to trust. For it is impossible to tell who is actively hostile, as opposed to merely competitive, in a race in which so many lives are at stake..._______________Readers LOVE Caroline Dunford's compelling crime novels!'Great fun, the characters get ever more interesting and it was the perfect antidote to the current situation.... Can't wait 'til the next one' ***** Reader review'Yet again Caroline Dunford has written a gripping tale which kept me reading to the last page' ***** Reader review'Love this series. Can't wait for the next book' ***** Reader review'This has got to be one of the best writers of mystery books' ***** Author review
Broken Flowers: An unputdownable psychological thriller with many twists and turns
by Kate McQuaileA TWISTY PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF WHAT SHE NEVER TOLD ME**********Your mother. The one person you trust. What if you're wrong?Widowed Nan is on her way to her beloved son's wedding. She should be excited, but she is dreading her return to Paradise Place - a small area of Notting Hill that she hasn't dared set foot on for decades. Nan had arrived there as a young girl in the late seventies, desperate for freedom and a career as an artist. But, drawn into a dark obsession that spun out of control, Nan was forced to flee.And while the only thing seemingly connecting her son's wedding and her old secret life is Paradise Place, Nan quickly gets the impression that someone is watching her every move . . . someone she thought was dead.********** PRAISE FOR KATE MCQUAILE'Elegant, clever and totally convincing' Sunday Mirror 'Everything you want in a thriller' Emma Flint'A fast-paced read' Prima'A twisty tale' Good Housekeeping
Continuing THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO/MILLENNIUM series: The Girl in the Spider's Web; The Girl Who Takes an Eye for an Eye; The Girl Who Lived Twice
by David LagercrantzDavid Lagercrantz's bestselling trilogy continues the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo series, the crime phenomenon that thrilled tens of millions of readers around the world.In The Girl in the Spider's Web, Blomkvist is contacted by a renowned Swedish scientist, Professor Balder, who fears that his life is in danger. He wants Millennium to publish his story. Balder's world-leading research in Artificial Intelligence has made him a target of ruthless cyber gangsters - and a violent criminal conspiracy that will bring terror to the snowbound streets of Stockholm, and to Blomkvist and Salander themselves.In The Girl Who Takes an Eye for an Eye, Lisbeth Salander is an unstoppable force. From inside a corrupt prison run largely by the inmates, she will stand up for what she believes in, whatever the cost. Blomkvist is given a lead for an important exposé for Millennium which could unlock the facts of Salander's childhood, somehow connected with the memory of a woman with a blazing birthmark that looked as if it had been burned by a dragon's fire . . .In The Girl Who Lived Twice Salander has fresh outrage to avenge. She follows the scorched trail of her twin sister to Moscow. Blomkvist fears for her safety, but he should be more concerned for himself. The murder of a homeless man on the streets of Stockholm has drawn him into a conspiracy that scales the heights of Everest and plunges to the depths of Russia's criminal underworld. And now Lisbeth will face her nemesis. For the girl with the dragon tattoo, the personal is always political - and ultimately deadly.
Pins and Needles: An edge-of-your-seat crime thriller (DI Sterling Thriller Series, Book 3) (The DI Sterling Series #3)
by Lorraine MaceSIX WEEKS. SIX VICTIMS. NO CLUES.'One down, five to go.'When a leading psychiatrist is found murdered by insulin injection in his home, with a note bearing this threat, Detective Inspector Paolo Sterling and his team find themselves in a race against time to stop a killer from striking again. But with so little to go on, trying to find the next victim is like trying to find a needle in a haystack. As the body count rises, and the investigation reaches its critical point, Paolo and his team grapple with what could be their most complex case to date. But just when they think the game is up, they make a shocking discovery that leads them close to home. With so much at stake, can DI Sterling uncover the truth before it's too late? Or will those closest to him pay the price?*PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED AS INJECTIONS OF INSANITY*Lorraine Mace returns with the third unflinching and totally gripping instalment in her dark and gritty series featuring DI Paolo Sterling. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, M. J. Arlidge and Karin Slaughter.'Lorraine Mace has done it again. Crime fiction at its absolute finest' MARION TODD 'What an opening! Lorraine certainly knows how to write a gripping thriller. A chilling read' KAREN KINGLOVE FOR LORRAINE MACE'S WRITING:'I. Am. Not. Okay. That ending - mind blown!!!! Rage and Retribution deserves ALL the stars! It is AMAZING!' 5* Reader Review'Wow, just wow is all I can say. The whole series is just too good to miss.' 5* Reader Review'I am an absolutely massive fan of this series . . . the books are just getting better and better' 5* Reader Review'I am blown away by this story and LOVE everything about it. I cannot wait for the next instalment.' 5* Reader Review'OMG! That opening scene' 5* Reader Review'I could not put my kindle down while reading this!' 5* Reader Review
A Killer Choice: The twisty, gripping psychological thriller that will leave you breathless
by Tom HuntWHAT CHOICE WOULD YOU MAKE?A brilliantly twisty and gripping psychological thriller for fans of John Marrs, Shari Lapena and Heidi Perks.______________________________Gary Foster's life is finally heading in the right direction. After years of trying, his wife, Beth, is pregnant, and he recently opened a business with his brother. But one phone call changes everything.... After collapsing suddenly, Beth has been rushed to the hospital. Tests reveal a devastating diagnosis: an inoperable brain tumour. Their only hope is an expensive experimental treatment available abroad, with a cost that's out of their reach. And Beth's time is running out.... Then a strange man approaches Gary and offers the money he needs, on one condition: that he kill someone, no questions asked. End one life to save another.If you liked The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena, Now You See Her by Heidi Perks, or The Good Samaritan by John Marrs, you'll love A Killer Choice - the gripping psychological thriller about a family forced to make an impossible choice.
The Flesh Mask
by Jack VanceHis face badly burned in a motor accident, young Robert Struve is horribly disfigured.Unable to afford corrective surgery, and denied lawful redress against the rich man whose daughter was responsible, Struve wears his scars as a badge of honor, excelling at school and sports. The social pressure is intense however, and he is treated harshly by his peers-young men and women alike. When his frustration boils over, he assaults a girl.In a correctional institution, as a ward of the state, he undergoes reconstructive surgery.Years go by. Then one of the girls involved in the incident is murdered, her face mutilated. A second and third are killed in similar fashion; is Robert Struve involved? No one has seen him, since his incarceration...Written in the late 1940s, The Flesh Mask was Jack Vance's first success as a mystery writer, launching his Edgar-winning career. The story was first published in 1957, as Take My Face, under the pseudonym "Peter Held".
Sibanda and the Rainbird (Detective Sibanda #1)
by C M Elliott'Fans of Alexander McCall Smith will love Scotty Elliott's Sibanda series. . . Sunday Times When a gruesomely vulture-mutilated corpse is found in the Park near Thunduluka Lodge, DI Jabulani Sibanda - a hard-boiled, bush-loving, instinctive crime fighter - is on the case. With Sibanda are his sidekicks: Sergeant Ncube, an overweight, digestively challenged, severally married angler and mechanical genius, and Miss Daisy, an ancient, truculent and eccentric Land Rover that is the bane of Sibanda's life and the love of Ncube's. Sibanda and Ncube pursue the investigation in the African bush following the mysterious clues they found at the crime scene: tyre tracks, a knife inscribed with the letter 'B', and a sliver of blue metallic car paint...Praise for Sibanda and the Rainbird: 'Fans of Alexander McCall Smith will love Scotty Elliott's Sibanda series . . . They have the same dry humour and warmth as the No1 Ladies' Detective Agency stories, the same palpable affection for the people and the landscape, and detectives who solve crimes more by hunch and legwork than with forensics and technology' Sunday Times (SA)'Her plot keeps readers guessing right to the end, when the monster meets a truly satisfying fate . . . Elliott's skill as a writer lies in her ability to create and flesh out characters that are so lifelike, they thrum in your head for days after finishing her books' Business Live'Will have you hooked' The Gremlin
After Dark: a stunning and unforgettable crime thriller
by Dominic NolanPEOPLE ARE BORN. MONSTERS ARE MADE.'A dark tale that suggests Nolan is set to become Britain's Michael Connelly' Daily Mail'Full of good twists' Independent - Books of the month.A girl held captive her entire lifeAfter a shocking discovery, the police must unravel a mystery that horrifies the nation.A detective condemned as a criminalViolently abducted while searching for a missing woman, D.S. Abigail Boone suffered retrograde amnesia - remembering nothing of her previous life. Defying the law to hunt those responsible, she now languishes behind bars.A monster hiding in the shadowsIn desperation, police turn to Boone - who fears a connection to the disappearance of a child three decades earlier...and a mysterious underworld figure whose name is spoken only in whispers. Freed from prison, what will Boone sacrifice - and who must she become - to uncover the terrifying truth?Epic, thrilling and beautifully written, AFTER DARK is a twisting masterpiece of crime fiction that fans of Ian Rankin, Tim Weaver, Belinda Bauer and Tana French will love.'Tense and thrilling' Heat'Thrilling, menacing and beautifully crafted. A must-read for crime fiction fans.' OLIVIA KIERNAN'Gripping' Woman and Home'So dark and gripping...really intelligent crime writing.' JO SPAIN'I absolutely devoured it.' TREVOR WOOD'Dark, thrilling and restlessly poetic...grips you by the throat and refuses to let go.' VICTORIA SELMANPraise for Dominic Nolan's debut PAST LIFE:'A great story told with real poise' Simon Kernick, Sunday Times bestseller'A book that grabs you and refuses to let go till the very end' Alex Gray 'Crime as it should be written...gripping, addictive, a thrill of a ride.' Jo Spain, international bestseller'A beautifully written debut... this is a moving story, poignantly told.' Daily Mail 'This powerhouse novel is not for the fragile-hearted...one hell of a debut' Heat'A smart, distinctive debut' Sunday Mirror
The Slaughterman's Daughter: Winner of the Wingate Prize 2021
by Yaniv IczkovitsA SUNDAY TIMES MUST READS PICK"Boundless imagination and a vibrant style . . . a heroine of unforgettable grit" DAVID GROSSMAN"A story of great beauty and surprise" GARY SHTEYNGARTThe townsfolk of Motal, an isolated, godforsaken town in the Pale of Settlement, are shocked when Fanny Keismann - devoted wife, mother of five, and celebrated cheese-maker - leaves her home at two hours past midnight and vanishes into the night.True, the husbands of Motal have been vanishing for years, but a wife and mother? Whoever heard of such a thing. What on earth possessed her?Could it have anything to do with Fanny's missing brother-in-law, who left her sister almost a year ago and ran away to Minsk, abandoning their family to destitution and despair?Or could Fanny have been lured away by Zizek Breshov, the mysterious ferryman on the Yaselda river, who, in a strange twist of events, seems to have disappeared on the same night?Surely there can be no link between Fanny and the peculiar roadside murder on the way to Telekhany, which has left Colonel Piotr Novak, head of the Russian secret police, scratching his head. Surely a crime like that could have nothing to do with Fanny Keismann, however the people of Motal might mutter about her reputation as a vilde chaya, a wild animal . . .Surely not.Translated from the Hebrew by Orr Scharf
The Darlings: An absolutely gripping crime thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat
by Cristina Alger'Cristina Alger's debut novel offers a fresh and modern glimpse into New York's high society. I was hooked from page one' Lauren Weisberger, author of The Devil Wears PradaFrom the author of The Banker's Wife and Girls Like Us comes an explosive drama about family, greed and high society scandal.The Darlings of New York are untouchable. But no one is safe from a scandal this big.When Carter Darling's business partner commits suicide, it triggers a huge financial investigation. The allegations are serious. The danger of it exposing their private lives is equally threatening. In times of crisis, the Darlings have always stuck together. But with the stakes so high, how long will their loyalty last?Praise for The Darlings:'Forget Gossip Girl: If you really want a peek into the scandalous lives of New York City's elite upper class, Alger's debut novel . . . gets you pretty close' Entertainment Weekly'A suspenseful, twisty story' Wall Street Journal'Penned by a former banker, this is a dishy yet thoughtful portrait of greed gone too far . . . A page-turner' Good Housekeeping
The House on Lily Street
by Jack VanceWelfare worker Paul Gunther is killed when he looks into the blackmailing of some of his cases. Lieutenant George Shaw leads the murder investigation, which touches on the jazz community and beatnik culture of Oakland in the early 1960's.The House on Lily Street is the story of a corrupt and narcissistic young man, born to privilege, who dallies among the poor-and gets in over his head.
Cliff's Edge (Solace Island #2)
by Meg TillyReturn to the idyllic Solace Island with Cliff's Edge, the second book in Meg Tilly's hilarious, sexy, warm-hearted mystery series'This warmhearted romantic comedy delivers a feisty heroine, a sexy hero, and some very chilling suspense - all done with a fresh edge' New York Times bestselling author Jayne Ann KrentzEve Harris is all set to house-sit and run the bakery she shares with her sister while Maggie goes on her honeymoon, but there's one problem--the house is already occupied. By a movie star. He claims to be her brother-in-law's friend, and not only does he insist on staying, he also offers to help. Playing house has never been so tempting...Rhys Thomas is looking for a place to lie low after wrapping up his latest film, so when Luke offers up his house as a safe haven, Rhys sees the perfect opportunity for a little R & R. But rest is the last thing on his mind as he and Eve grow close. But Eve and Rhys are not as alone as they think. And as danger trails Eve, it will take everything Rhys has to save the woman he loves.Praise for Solace Island: 'Meg Tilly's Solace Island sparkles with the winning combination of mystery and romance sprinkled with humor and a very sexy hero. What's not to love?' New York Times Bestselling Author Mariah Stewart'A perfectly matched pair of protagonists; a wonderfully atmospheric setting; and an engaging, vividly sensual plot' Booklist'Effortlessly blends mystery and romance . . . This sexy, heartfelt romance is sure to delight readers everywhere' RT Book Reviews'[A] fetching debut . . . a satisfying romance in a cozy, small- town setting. The sex scenes sizzle, and an unexpected suspect raises the tension' Library Journal (starred review)'Tilly's crisp, sparkling writingis infused with wit, emotion, and energy' New York Times bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz'Fast-paced and fun, great reading entertainment' Kat Martin, New York Times Bestselling Author of Beyond Danger
The Last Smile in Sunder City (Fetch Phillips #1)
by Luke Arnold'Verve and charm in abundance'Andrew Caldecott, author of Rotherweird'Sunder City [is] an evocative creation, it has echoes of Ankh-Morpork, but also a broken melancholy all of its own'SFXI'm Fetch Phillips, just like it says on the window. There are three things you should know before you hire me:1. Sobriety costs extra.2. My services are confidential.3. I don't work for humans.It's nothing personal - I'm human myself. But after what happened, it's not the humans who need my help.I just want one real case. One chance to do something good. Because it's my fault the magic is never coming back.The Last Smile in Sunder City is the debut novel from actor Luke Arnold - known for his lead role in Black Sails. This contemporary fantasy introduces Fetch Phillips - a character destined to be loved by readers of Ben Aaronovitch, Jim Butcher and Terry Pratchett's Discworld.
Hi Five: An electrifying combination of Holmesian mystery and SoCal grit (IQ #4)
by Joe IdeTHE TIMES BEST CRIME NOVELS OF THE YEARNEW YORK TIMES BEST THRILLERS OF 2020: 'Playful, fresh, full of life'WALL STREET JOURNAL BEST MYSTERIES OF 2020: 'Among the most inventive and smartly written books in the genre''Extraordinary verve' The Times'Crackles with life' New York Times'The Holmes of the 21st century' Daily Mail'One of the hottest mystery novelists at work' Washington Post'Writing so sharp you may cut your fingers on the pages' Attica Locke'The best new discovery I've come across in a long time' Michael ConnellyOne witness. Five versions of the truth.Cristiana is the daughter of the biggest arms dealers on the West Coast. She's also the sole witness and number one suspect in the murder of her boyfriend.Isaiah Quintabe is coerced into taking the case to prove her innocence but there's a catch: Christiana has multiple personalities - five of them, to be precise - and no one personality saw the entire incident.
An Eye For An Eye: A twisting and compulsive crime thriller (DI Sterling Thriller Series, Book 4) (The DI Sterling Series #4)
by Lorraine MaceCAN TWO WRONGS MAKE A RIGHT?A man is found by the side of a canal, comatose and brutally attacked.It quickly becomes clear that someone is abducting men and subjecting them to horrific acts of torture. After three days they're released, fighting for their lives and refusing to speak.A councillor is accused of fraud.Montague Mason is an upstanding member of the community. That is until he's publicly accused of stealing the youth centre's funds - an accusation that threatens to rip through the very heart of the community and expose his best-kept secret. But how far would he go to protect himself?Two cases. One deadly answer.As the two cases collide, D.I. Paolo Sterling finds he has more questions than answers. And, when torture escalates to murder, he suddenly finds himself in a race against time to find the killer and put an end to the depravity - once and for all.*PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED AS RAGE AND RETRIBUTION*Lorraine Mace returns with the fourth unflinching and totally gripping instalment in her dark and gritty series featuring DI Paolo Sterling. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, M. J. Arlidge and Karin Slaughter.'Lorraine Mace has done it again. Crime fiction at its absolute finest' MARION TODD 'What an opening! Lorraine certainly knows how to write a gripping thriller. A chilling read' KAREN KINGLOVE FOR LORRAINE MACE'S WRITING:'I. Am. Not. Okay. That ending - mind blown!!!! Rage and Retribution deserves ALL the stars! It is AMAZING!' 5* Reader Review'Wow, just wow is all I can say. The whole series is just too good to miss.' 5* Reader Review'I am an absolutely massive fan of this series . . . the books are just getting better and better' 5* Reader Review'I am blown away by this story and LOVE everything about it. I cannot wait for the next instalment.' 5* Reader Review'OMG! That opening scene' 5* Reader Review'I could not put my kindle down while reading this!' 5* Reader Review
Circle of Death: A Strike Back Novel (5)
by Chris RyanEx-SAS heroes Bald and Porter take on the Deep State in the nail-shredding new Strike Back thrillerIn a world run by rich and powerful men, Julian Cantwell is more powerful than most. A ruthless political consultant, Cantwell has manipulated elections around the world, bribing opponents and blackmailing political rivals. Doing whatever it takes for his clients to win. But when a freelance journalist threatens to expose his alleged involvement in a terrifying conspiracy, Cantwell suddenly finds himself under threat. Backed into a corner, he is forced to take drastic action. Meanwhile in London, former Regiment hero John Porter and ex-SAS vagabond John Bald are drafted in by their MI6 paymasters for a highly secretive - and dangerous - mission. A respected British academic has been arrested in chaos-stricken Venezuela. Accused of spying for the British government, she is being held captive by the President's notorious security forces. Working alongside a team of ex-Navy SEALs, Bald and Porter are tasked with infiltrating Venezuela and rescuing the academic before she caves in to her interrogators. But as they get closer to their target, Bald and Porter begin to uncover a terrifying plot. A conspiracy that goes right to the very heart of power. To survive, they must face down their deadliest enemy yet, in a desperate fight to the death. In the battle between the SAS and the Navy SEALs there can be only one winner. Will Bald and Porter prevail? Or have our heroes finally met their match?
Strange People, Queer Notions
by Jack VanceWhile in Rome, art student Chuck Musgrave is offered a job painting pictures of Positano, a picturesque town south of Naples. When Chuck arrives in Positano, strange things begin to happen. It becomes clear that not all foreigners living in Positano are there for the scenery!