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Resurrection Row: A Charlotte And Thomas Pitt Novel (The Charlotte and Thomas Pitt Novels #4)
by Anne PerrySome bodies just won&’t stay buried . . .&“For readers longing to be in 1890s London, Perry&’s tales are just the ticket&” (Chicago Tribune). Lord Fitzroy-Hammond of Resurrection Row has been dead and buried three weeks when he turns up sitting atop a hansom cab. Grave robbing, though a crime, isn&’t Inspector Thomas Pitt&’s usual fare. But when the macabre joke is repeated, and the man&’s corpse is found sitting in the family pew the Sunday following his second interment, Pitt begins to wonder if perhaps there&’s some message in it. The case grows increasingly bizarre as other disinterred bodies appear. A new mother, Charlotte Pitt only takes a cursory interest in the grave robbing case until she hears Thomas mention the name of her late sister&’s husband, Dominic Corde, as a possible suspect. As Pitt follows leads into the slums and rookeries, Charlotte, too, is drawn into the politics and horrors of greed and exploitation. For Pitt and Charlotte, what begins as a mysterious case of musical corpses, becomes a deadly pursuit through the London underworld of pornographic photographers, brothels, and sweatshops.
Resurrection Row: Is Pitt investigating a practical joke - or a murder? (Thomas Pitt Mystery #4)
by Anne PerryThe doctors insist that Lord Augustus' death was natural. But as far as the police are concerned, there's certainly nothing natural about what happens next... In the fourth Victorian mystery featuring Inspector Thomas Pitt, the detective is faced with a frightening case of bodies that won't stay buried. Perfect for fans of C. J. Sansom and Harriet Smart. 'Perry has a wonderful feel for period and remains utterly convincing' - Guardian Lord Fitzroy-Hammond of Resurrection Row has been dead and buried three weeks when he turns up sitting atop a hansom cab. Grave robbing, though a crime, isn't Inspector Thomas Pitt's usual work. But when the macabre joke is repeated, and the man's corpse is found sitting in the family pew following his second burial, and other disinterred bodies appear, Pitt begins to wonder if a message is being sent.A new mother, Charlotte Pitt only takes a cursory interest in the case until she hears Thomas mention her late sister's husband as a possible suspect. As Pitt follows leads into the slums and rookeries, she too is drawn into the politics and horrors of greed and exploitation. For Pitt and Charlotte, what begins as a bizarre mystery becomes a deadly pursuit through the London underworld of pornographic photographers, brothels, and sweatshops. What readers are saying about Resurrection Row: 'A wonderfully gruesome novel from Anne Perry... Her research into the murky world of [grave digging] cannot be faulted''This one has a particularly ingenious plot and I was delighted to see that the interesting and mildly eccentric Aunt Vespasia was back again''Another thrilling read from Anne Perry'
Resurrection Walk: The Brand New Blockbuster Lincoln Lawyer Thriller
by Michael ConnellyTHE WORLDWIDE #1 BESTSELLER BEHIND NETFLIX'S THE LINCOLN LAWYER THE PATH TO JUSTICE CAN BE PAVED WITH LIES Defense attorney Mickey Haller - The Lincoln Lawyer - rides the wave of freeing a wrongfully convicted man from prison.Inundated with pleas from incarcerated people claiming innocence, Haller enlists the help of ex-LAPD detective Harry Bosch to find the next case which could result in a resurrection walk.When Bosch finds a needle in the haystack - a woman imprisoned for murdering her husband, a sheriff's deputy - they discover evidence that doesn't add up, and a department pushed for quick closure in the killing of one of its own.But is this rushed justice - or something more sinister?As they face a David versus Goliath court battle, the secrets which could lead to an innocent woman walking free could also mark the end of the Haller-Bosch dream team. . .****CRIME DOESN'T COME BETTER THAN CONNELLY:'The pre-eminent detective novelist of his generation'IAN RANKIN'The best mystery writer in the world'GQ'A superb natural storyteller'LEE CHILD'A master'STEPHEN KING'America's greatest living crime writer'DAILY EXPRESS'One of the great storytellers of crime fiction'SUNDAY TELEGRAPH
Resurrection Walk (A Lincoln Lawyer Novel #7)
by Michael ConnellyFrom #1 New York Times bestselling author Michael Connelly: Lincoln Lawyer Mickey Haller enlists the help of his half-brother, Harry Bosch, to prove the innocence of a woman convicted of killing her husband. Inspiration for the #1 TV show on Netflix, The Lincoln Lawyer series. Defense attorney Mickey Haller is back, taking the long shot cases, where the chances of winning are one in a million. After getting a wrongfully convicted man out of prison, he is inundated with pleas from incarcerated people claiming innocence. He enlists his half brother, retired LAPD Detective Harry Bosch, to weed through the letters, knowing most claims will be false. Bosch pulls a needle from the haystack: a woman in prison for killing her husband, a sheriff&’s deputy, but who still maintains her innocence. Bosch reviews the case and sees elements that don&’t add up, and a sheriff&’s department intent on bringing quick justice in the killing of one of its own. Now Haller has an uphill battle in court, a David fighting Goliaths to vindicate his client. The path for both lawyer and investigator is fraught with danger from those who don&’t want the case reopened and will stop at nothing to keep the Haller-Bosch dream team from finding the truth. Packed with intrigue and courtroom drama, Resurrection Walk shows once again that Michael Connelly is &“the most consistently superior living crime fiction author&” (South Florida Sun Sentinel).
The Resurrectionist: A Twisty Gothic Mystery of Dark Scottish History
by A. Rae DunlapIn the tradition of The Alienist and Anatomy: A Love Story, a decadently macabre, dark and twisty gothic debut set in 19th century Scotland – when real-life serial killers Burke and Hare terrorized the streets of Edinburgh – as a young medical student is lured into the illicit underworld of body snatching. Historical fiction, true crime, and dark academia intertwine in a harrowing tale of murder, greed, and the grisly origins of modern medicine for readers of Lydia Kang, ML Rio, Sarah Perry, and C.E. McGill."With wit as sharp as a scalpel, and a plot as dark and twisted as the Edinburgh alleys in which it is set, The Resurrectionist is a thrilling debut that will have readers turning pages deep into the night." —Hester Fox, author of The Last Heir to Blackwood Library Edinburgh, Scotland, 1828. Naïve but determined James Willoughby has abandoned his posh, sheltered life at Oxford to pursue a lifelong dream of studying surgery in Edinburgh. A shining beacon of medical discovery in the age of New Enlightenment, the city&’s university offers everything James desires—except the chance to work on a human cadaver. For that, he needs to join one of the private schools in Surgeon&’s Square, at a cost he cannot afford. In desperation, he strikes a deal with Aneurin &“Nye&” MacKinnon, a dashing young dissectionist with an artist&’s eye for anatomy and a reckless passion for knowledge. Nye promises to help him gain the surgical experience he craves—but it doesn&’t take long for James to realize he&’s made a devil&’s bargain . . . Nye is a body snatcher. And James has unwittingly become his accomplice. Intoxicated by Nye and his noble mission, James rapidly descends into the underground ranks of the Resurrectionists—the body snatchers infamous for stealing fresh corpses from churchyards to be used as anatomical specimens. Before he knows it, James is caught up in a life-or-death scheme as rival gangs of snatchers compete in a morbid race for power and prestige. James and Nye soon find themselves in the crosshairs of a shady pair of unscrupulous opportunists known as Burke and Hare, who are dead set on cornering the market, no matter the cost. These unsavory characters will do anything to beat the competition for bodies. Even if it&’s cold-blooded murder . . . Exquisitely macabre and delightfully entertaining, The Resurrectionist combines fact and fiction in a rollicking tale of the risks and rewards of scientific pursuit, the passions of its boldest pioneers, and the anatomy of human desire.
The Resurrectionist: A Novel
by Matthew Guinn"A fine gothic novel…Be warned: Corpses abound." —Washington PostAt South Carolina Medical College, Dr. Jacob Thacker is on probation for Xanax abuse. His interim career—working university public relations—takes an unnerving detour into the past when the bones of African American slaves are unearthed on campus.In a parallel narrative set in the nineteenth century, Nemo ("no man"), a university slave purchased for his unusual knife skills, becomes an unacknowledged member of the surgical faculty by day—and by night, a "resurrectionist," responsible for procuring bodies for medical study. An unforgettable character, by turns apparently insouciant, tormented, and brilliant, Nemo will seize his self-respect in ways no reader can anticipate.With exceptional storytelling pacing and skill, Matthew Guinn weaves together past and present to relate a Southern Gothic tale of shocking crimes and exquisite revenge.A 2014 Edgar Award Finalist for Best First Novel.
Resurrectionist: A Regency Crime Thriller (The Hawkwood Mysteries #2)
by James McgeeHawkwood is back, in the second adventure in the rollicking historical series featuring the enigmatic Bow Street Runner.Death can be a lucrative business. But it's the corpses the body-snatchers leave behind, horribly mutilated and nailed to a tree, which sets Bow Street Runner Matthew Hawkwood on their trail.A new term at London's anatomy schools stokes demand for fresh corpses, and the city's "resurrection men" vie for control of the market. Their rivalry takes an ugly turn when a grave robber is brutally murdered and his body displayed as a warning to other gangs. To hunt down those responsible, Hawkwood must venture into London's murkiest corners, where even more gruesome discoveries await him.Nowhere, however, is as grim as Bedlam, notorious asylum for the insane and scene of another bizarre killing. Sent to investigate, Hawkwood finds himself pitted against his most formidable adversary yet, an obsessive genius hell-bent on advancing the cause of science at all costs.
Resurrectionist: A Regency Crime Thriller
by James McGeeHawkwood is back in the second adventure in the rollicking historical series featuring the enigmatic Bow Street Runner.Death can be a lucrative business. But it&’s the corpses the body-snatchers leave behind, horribly mutilated and nailed to a tree, which sets Bow Street Runner Matthew Hawkwood on their trail. A new term at London&’s anatomy schools stokes demand for fresh corpses, and the city&’s "resurrection men" vie for control of the market. Their rivalry takes an ugly turn when a grave robber is brutally murdered and his body displayed as a warning to other gangs. To hunt down those responsible, Hawkwood must venture into London&’s murkiest corners, where even more gruesome discoveries await him. Nowhere, however, is as grim as Bedlam, notorious asylum for the insane and scene of another bizarre killing. Sent to investigate, Hawkwood finds himself pitted against his most formidable adversary yet, an obsessive genius hell-bent on advancing the cause of science at all costs.
The Resurrectionist: Sneak Peek
by A. Rae DunlapBe one of the first to read this sneak preview sample edition!In the tradition of The Alienist and Anatomy: A Love Story, a decadently macabre, dark and twisty gothic debut set in 19th century Scotland – when real-life serial killers Burke and Hare terrorized the streets of Edinburgh – as a young medical student is lured into the illicit underworld of body snatching.Historical fiction, true crime, and dark academia intertwine in a harrowing tale of murder, greed, and the grisly origins of modern medicine for readers of Lydia Kang, ML Rio, Sarah Perry, and C.E. McGill.Portrait of the Medical Student as a Young Body SnatcherYet I must insist that in the end, this is not a story about Death. It is perhaps a Life story, or even—yes—a Love story. It is the story of how I clawed my way from the decay of a crumbling legacy into the modern era of Reason and Science. It is the story of how I escaped the prison of archaic superstition to the freedom of enlightenment. It is the story of how a rose can blossom from even the bloodiest soil, of how light can grow from shadow, how love can grow from despair.This, dear reader, is the story of my Resurrection.Edinburgh, Scotland, 1828. Naïve but determined James Willoughby has abandoned his posh, sheltered life at Oxford to pursue a lifelong dream of studying surgery in Edinburgh. A shining beacon of medical discovery in the age of New Enlightenment, the city&’s university offers everything James desires—except the chance to work on a human cadaver. For that, he needs to join one of the private schools in Surgeon&’s Square, at a cost he cannot afford. In desperation, he strikes a deal with Aneurin &“Nye&” MacKinnon, a dashing young dissectionist with an artist&’s eye for anatomy and a reckless passion for knowledge. Nye promises to help him gain the surgical experience he craves—but it doesn&’t take long for James to realize he&’s made a devil&’s bargain . . .Nye is a body snatcher. And James has unwittingly become his accomplice. Intoxicated by Nye and his noble mission, James rapidly descends into the underground ranks of the Resurrectionists—the body snatchers infamous for stealing fresh corpses from churchyards to be used as anatomical specimens. Before he knows it, James is caught up in a life-or-death scheme as rival gangs of snatchers compete in a morbid race for power and prestige.James and Nye soon find themselves in the crosshairs of a shady pair of unscrupulous opportunists known as Burke and Hare, who are dead set on cornering the market, no matter the cost. These unsavory characters will do anything to beat the competition for bodies. Even if it&’s cold-blooded murder . . .Exquisitely macabre and delightfully entertaining, The Resurrectionist combines fact and fiction in a rollicking tale of the risks and rewards of scientific pursuit, the passions of its boldest pioneers, and the anatomy of human desire.
The Resurrectionists
by Michael CollinsThe Booker and IMPAC Prize-nominated author of The Keepers of Truth delivers a haunting novel of psychological suspense about a wayward family's search for salvation in an America that has left them behind. The solitude of the Upper Michigan Peninsula is Michael Collins's heart of darkness in this compelling story of the unquiet dead. Almost thirty years ago, when Frank Cassidy was five, his parents burned to death in a remote Michigan town. Now Frank's uncle is dead too, shot by a mysterious stranger who lies in a coma in the local hospital. Frank, working menial jobs to support his unfaithful wife and two children, takes his family north in a series of stolen cars to dispute his cousin's claim on the family farm. Once there, however, Frank also wants answers to questions about his own past: Who really set the fire that burned the family home and killed his parents? Will the stranger, who hangs between life and death, be able to shed light on long-buried secrets? As the television blares the aftermath of the Watergate scandal, news of Jim Jones, and endless sitcom reruns, simple answers -- and the promise of the American dream -- seem to recede from Frank's grasp. Brilliant and unsettling, The Resurrectionists is an ironic yet chilling indictment of American culture in the seventies and a compassionate novel about a man struggling to overcome the crimes and burdens of his past.
The Retirement Plan: A Novel
by Sue HincenbergsIn order to collect on their husbands’ life insurance policies, three middle-aged friends turn to murder—unaware that their husbands have a devious plan of their own, in this darkly funny debut perfect for fans of The Thursday Murder Club and Everyone in My Family Has Killed SomeoneMeet three wives who want a new life, and three husbands who are in their way . . .After thirty years of friendship, Pam dreams of her perfect retirement with Nancy, Shalisa, Marlene, and their husbands—until the husbands pool their funds in an investment that goes terribly wrong. With their dreams of beachfront condos and a sunny, carefree retirement shattered, the women’s golden years are looking as dreary as their marriages.Then one of the husbands dies in a freak accident and the other three women are shocked to see their friend rebound with a huge life insurance payout and a new life in Florida. In the aftermath, the three discover that their husbands have identical, seven-figure life insurance policies. A new dream begins to take form, and this time it involves a hitman.Meanwhile, the remaining husbands have a secret retirement plan of their own. But when things begin to go awry, they fear their own scheme may have backfired . . . with deadly consequences. The husbands scramble to stay alive, but they may not be fast enough to outmanoeuvre their wives.What follows is a high-stakes tale of cat and mouse that is both laugh-out-loud funny and unbearably tense and, ultimately, a big-hearted look at friendship, marriage, and middle age.
Retold Edgar Allan Poe
by Edgar Allan Poe Wim ColemanThis book presents a collection of eight adapted tales from the classic American author Edgar Allan Poe. The collection retains the flavor of Poe, including his love of language, sometimes curious writing conventions, and quest for the perfect prototype of a short story. The gripping and gruesome details of the original stories are here.
El retorno de Da Vinci (The Mystery Team. Cazadores de pistas #Volumen 5)
by Varios AutoresMás de 15.000 lectores ya conocen a los Cazadores de Pistas: ¿a qué esperas para unirte a ellos? Roma, la ciudad eterna, es un museo de arte e historia al aire libre. Los Cazadores de Pistas, los detectives más reconocidos de Europa, han ido allí a pasar unas pequeñas vacaciones culturales. Además, el Coronel Green quiere que Anabel Vamp y Sparks conozcan a su viejo amigo Umberto Andollini, un gran inventor multimillonario al que hace años que no ve. Pero cuando logran dar con él, se dan cuenta de que Andollini no está bien de la cabeza: cree ser Leonardo da Vinci y, además, en su locura imagina que el Coronel es su archienemigo Miguel Ángel y quiere acabar con él...
El retorno del esqueleto (Serie Bat Pat #Volumen 18)
by Roberto Pavanello¡Continúan las aventuras del murciélago detective Bat Pat y los hermanos Silver: Leo, Martin y Rebecca! ¡¡¡HOLA!!! SOY BAT PAT.OS VOY A CONTAR UNA HISTORIA QUE OS PONDRÁ LOS PELOS DE PUNTA...¿ESTÁIS PREPARADOS? ¡Los hermanos Silver y yo nos vamos de vacaciones! La tía Gergovia es una arqueóloga famosa y nos ha invitado a pasar unos días con ella para enseñarnos lo emocionante que es su trabajo: excavaciones a punto de derrumbarse, viejos tesoros repletos de maldiciones... ¡Y yo que pensaba tumbarme a la sombra a saborear un pincho de mosquitos!
Retour aux origines
by Charlie Cochet Myriam AbbasKelly Sutton, jeune homme enthousiaste , mais qui ne prend pas de risques est un interne américain à la Photonic Royal Society à la Nouvelle Londres. Il travaille sur le Projet Mars depuis plus d’un an, une mission gardée si secrète par la société que même Kelly ne sait pas exactement ce que c’est. Ce que Kelly sait, c’est que sa contribution à cette tâche profitera à l’humanité, et ça lui suffit. Le monde de Kelly se retrouve bouleversé quand le comportement de son mentor l’inquiète et l’amène à enquêter puis à tomber par hasard sur une vérité diabolique. Ce qui est censé être un projet pour faire progresser la vie humaine s’avère être une entreprise capable de destruction massive. La terrifiante réalité force Kelly à choisir entre détourner le regard pour garder son travail, comme il l’a toujours fait, ou risquer sa carrière et même sa vie pour faire ce qui est juste en sauvant l’homme qui a conquis son cœur.
Retracing the Investigation (The Saving Kelby Creek Series #6)
by Tyler Anne SnellA town with a past.A man with a future to protect. When Sheriff Jones Murphy rescues his daughter and her teacher, the widower is surprised to encounter Cassandra West again. Months may have passed since their one night together, but there&’s no mistaking she is definitely pregnant. Cassandra&’s recent sleuthing has unleashed a secret that stunned their town a decade earlier. Now someone wants her dead. And though his heart is closed, Jones&’s sense of duty isn&’t letting anyone hurt what is his. From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.Discover more action-packed stories in The Saving Kelby Creek Series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order: Book 1: Uncovering Small Town SecretsBook 2: Searching for EvidenceBook 3: Surviving the TruthBook 4: Accidental AmnesiaBook 5: Cold Case CaptiveBook 6: Retracing the Investigation
Retratos de los Muertos: Un emocionante thriller de asesinos en serie
by Ana Sthal John NichollMientras más grande es la maldad, más mortal es el juego… Cuando Emma despierta en total oscuridad, está consciente de su desnudez. Lesiones. Una cama que no es la suya. Una brillante luz cegadora de pronto perfora la oscuridad, y una voz masculina sin cuerpo la llama “Venus”. Venus – la diosa del amor, belleza, sexo y deseo. Él dice que ella es “Venus Seis”. ¿Qué es lo que este depredador quiere de ella? ¿Podrá ser más inteligente que el hombre enmascarado que exige ser llamado “Amo”? O ¿él estará buscando a Venus Siete? El exitoso autor de Blanco es el color más frío está de vuelta con un electrizante y emocionante thriller de asesino serial lleno de suspenso. Brillante y atrapante, Retratos de los muertos te tendrá enganchado desde la primera página, y hará que contengas el aliento ante el impactante desenlace. ¿Qué tan lejos irías para salvar tu vida? Lo que han dicho acerca de Retratos de los muertos: ‘Uno de los mejores libros sobre crímenes que he leído.’ Misfits Farm ‘Otra brillante oferta. Retratos de los muertos es un fascinante thriller con más de unas cuantas sorpresas.’ por The Letter Book Reviews ‘¡No puede ser mejor que esto!’ Jersey Girl Book Reviews ‘Brillante. Con esta tensa, horrorosa historia que te tendrá al borde del asiento, John Nicholl triunfa de nuevo. Muy bien escrita, esta es narrativa en su mejor, más honesta e inquebrantable forma.’ Renita D’Silva – Autora de éxito de ventas ‘Retratos de los muertos es un thriller de asesino serial que te helará hasta el tuétano. Leeré cualquier cosa de este autor ¡Así de bueno es!’ Sue Leonhardt – Top Rated Goodreads Reviewer ‘¡No pude dejar de leer esta novela! Perturbadora y convincente, una historia que te tendrá al borde del asiento. John Nicholl es una nueva voz fresca, innovadora y poderosa en ficción criminal.�
The Retreat: A Gripping Psychological Thriller with a Killer Twist
by J.A. BakerA chilling novel of a fragile marriage, a remote house above the North Sea, and a dark secret that may change everything.Chamber Cottage, a coastguard residence that sits high up on the North Yorkshire cliffs overlooking the North Sea, is home to Alec and Peggy. Damaged by their childhoods and estranged from family members, they are trying to get on with their lives and find comfort in each other—though their marriage suffers from strain. Both are convinced that they are being watched—a situation that exacerbates Peggy&’s agoraphobic tendencies. To make matters worse, Peggy discovers her estranged mother is stalking her, claiming she knows a dark secret that is putting Peggy in danger. She thinks Alec is a monster. Before long, Peggy is not sure what to believe—and what truly lies within Chamber Cottage…
The Retreat: A Novel
by Elisabeth de MariaffiEveryone has a secret to keep . . . Maeve Martin arrives at the High Water Center for the Arts determined to do one thing: launch her own dance company. Time is running out for the former principal dancer and mother of two to find her feet again after the collapse of a disastrous and violent marriage. At first, there’s a thrill to being on her own for the first time in years, isolated in the beauty of a snowy mountain lodge. But when an avalanche traps the guests inside, tensions run high. Help is coming, so they just have to hold on, don’t they? But as days pass, the other guests are struck down by mysterious deaths, one by one. Now, as she waits in fear, Maeve must admit how little she knows about anyone else . . . and how useless a locked door is if the darkness is already inside.
The Retreat
by Elisabeth de MariaffiA "gorgeously written and atmospheric thriller" following one woman's long-awaited visit to a mountain arts retreat—where she soon finds herself in a race to survive (Robyn Harding).She came looking for inspiration.Instead, disaster strikes. Maeve Martin arrives at the High Water Center for the Arts, a gorgeous lodge nestled deep in the Rocky Mountains, determined to do one thing: begin her own dance company. A retired performer and mother of two, time is running out for her to find her feet again after the collapse of her disastrous—and violent—marriage. And at first, there's a thrill to being on her own for the first time in years. Isolated in the snowy beauty of the retreat, Maeve can forget the ghost of her past for an hour, for a day. But when an avalanche strikes, Maeve finds herself trapped with six other guests. They&’ve lost all power, phone service, heat, and the road back to town. At first, there&’s a sense of camaraderie—the fire is warm, the freezer well-stocked. But as the days pass and the storm rages on outside, tensions start to run high. Help is coming, so they just have to hold on, right? Then the first guest meets an unspeakable death.Followed by another. Soon Maeve must admit how little she knows about these strangers . . . and how useless a locked door is if the darkness is already inside.&“Magnificently absorbing and haunting . . . With a dabble each of Hitchcock thriller, cozy mystery, and domestic noir, The Retreat offers a terrifyingly fun read.&” —Amy Stuart, author of Still Water
The Retreat: A Novel (Detective Elin Warner Series #2)
by Sarah PearseAN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!From the New York Times bestselling author of The Sanatorium, a Reese&’s Book Club pick, here, Detective Elin Warner uncovers the truth behind the suspicious deaths on a stunning island getaway&“Devilish and deliciously twisty.&”—People&“The suspense inexorably builds to a stunning climax.&”—David Baldacci, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Long ShadowsThey couldn&’t wait to stay here.An idyllic wellness retreat has opened on an island off the English coast, promising rest and relaxation—but the island itself, known locally as Reaper&’s Rock, has a dark past. Once the playground of a serial killer, it&’s rumored to be cursed. But now they can&’t leave.A young woman is found dead below the yoga pavilion in what seems to be a tragic fall. But Detective Elin Warner soon learns the victim wasn&’t a guest—she wasn&’t meant to be on the island at all.And they would do anything to escape. The longer Elin stays, the more secrets she uncovers. And when someone else drowns in a diving incident, Elin begins to suspect that there&’s nothing accidental about these deaths. But why would someone target the guests at this luxury resort? Elin must find the killer—before the island&’s history starts to repeat itself.Most came to recharge and refresh. But someone&’s here for revenge.
Retreat: A Novel
by Krysten RitterA beautiful con artist insinuates herself into a wealthy socialite’s life . . . with deadly consequences, in this serpentine thriller about identity and obsession, from actress, director and bestselling author Krysten Ritter. Liz Dawson weaves through a crowd with the ease of a tropical breeze, moving seamlessly through elite circles, sparking instant connections and making every new acquaintance feel like an intimate friend. She’s clever, smooth, and confident—qualities that make her a brilliant serial con artist.Isabelle Beresford is strikingly beautiful, obscenely wealthy, and the new owner of Casa Esmerelda, a fabulous villa on the Mexican coast—attributes that make her the perfect mark. When she offers Liz a job handling the installation of a piece of art in her otherwise vacant home, Liz can’t resist the allure of a beach retreat. She longs for a reset, a chance to finally shed the grip of her addiction to the conning game.But when Liz, with her lush dark hair and intense green eyes, is mistaken for Isabelle herself, Liz can’t help effortlessly slipping into the socialite’s identity. The transition is so easeful, it almost feels like fate. But just who is Isabelle Beresford really, and why does she seem to have abandoned this stunning life of hers?As Liz insinuates herself deeper into the dazzling—and deceptive—world of the Punta Mita resort community, she draws closer to the dangers surrounding the real Isabelle. Dangers that may have already ensnared Liz, too. This might not be the con of her life—but the con that ends it.
Retreat: the clever, twisty rollercoaster thriller
by Krysten Ritter'The Talented Mr Ripley meets How to Kill Your Family. Sharp, funny and has a twist you won't see coming' Eve KellmanEven for a con artist, Liz is about to take things way, way too far . . . Liz has always had a knack for charming people and gaining their trust. That's what makes her such a talented con artist. But lately the pressure's rising - Liz's past crimes have started snapping at her heels. So she leaps at the chance to escape to the Mexican coast to decorate a socialite's new villa, planning to lie low, enjoy paradise, and behave herself for once.When Liz is mistaken for her absent employer, Isabelle, she can't help getting drawn into this glamorous seafront community. But dangerous secrets lurk beneath the surface, and it's not long before Liz realises that this time, she might be in over her head . . .Spoiler: it's going to be carnage.'Sexy, breakneck, full of surprises. A wild ride' Mary Kubica'Written with enormous verve, this effervescent story featuring the resourceful - if amoral - Liz glitters like the diamond on her finger' Daily Mail'Try not to drop it in the pool at the jaw-dropping twist' Ellery Lloyd'This book was a great read. Who doesn't love a well-written bad girl?' ***** Reader Review'Razor-sharp' Wendy Walker'This book was so much fun to read! One big twist and turn after another' ***** Reader Review'A dynamite read' Rachel Sargeant'A whirlwind. I read it over the course of a few hours' ***** Reader Review'Seductive and satisfying' Vikki Patis
Retreat: the clever, twisty rollercoaster thriller
by Krysten Ritter'The Talented Mr Ripley meets How to Kill Your Family. Sharp, funny and has a twist you won't see coming' Eve KellmanEven for a con artist, Liz is about to take things way, way too far . . . Liz has always had a knack for charming people and gaining their trust. That's what makes her such a talented con artist. But lately the pressure's rising - Liz's past crimes have started snapping at her heels. So she leaps at the chance to escape to the Mexican coast to decorate a socialite's new villa, planning to lie low, enjoy paradise, and behave herself for once.When Liz is mistaken for her absent employer, Isabelle, she can't help getting drawn into this glamorous seafront community. But dangerous secrets lurk beneath the surface, and it's not long before Liz realises that this time, she might be in over her head . . .Spoiler: it's going to be carnage.'Sexy, breakneck, full of surprises. A wild ride' Mary Kubica'Written with enormous verve, this effervescent story featuring the resourceful - if amoral - Liz glitters like the diamond on her finger' Daily Mail'Try not to drop it in the pool at the jaw-dropping twist' Ellery Lloyd'This book was a great read. Who doesn't love a well-written bad girl?' ***** Reader Review'Razor-sharp' Wendy Walker'This book was so much fun to read! One big twist and turn after another' ***** Reader Review'A dynamite read' Rachel Sargeant'A whirlwind. I read it over the course of a few hours' ***** Reader Review'Seductive and satisfying' Vikki Patis
The Retreat: A Novel of Suspense
by Sherri SmithSherri Smith illuminates the dark side of the self-care and wellness industry in a thrilling ride of revenge perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty’s Nine Perfect Strangers. The Retreat is a twisting, bone-chilling suspense that asks: how well do you really know your friends? Four women.Four secrets.A weekend that will change them forever…if they survive.Katie Manning was a beloved child star until her mid-teens when her manager attacked and permanently scarred her face, effectively ending her career and sending her on a path of all-too-familiar post-Hollywood self-destruction.Now twenty-seven, Katie wants a better answer to those clickbait “Where Are They Now?” articles that float around online. An answer she hopes to find when her brother’s too-good-to-be-true fiancée invites her to a wellness retreat upstate. Together with Katie’s two best friends—one struggling with crippling debt and family obligations, one running away from a failed job and relationship—Katie will try to find the inner peace promised at the tranquil retreat. But finding oneself just might drudge up more memories than Katie is prepared to deal with.Each woman has come to the retreat for different reasons. Each has her secrets to hide. And at the end of this weekend, only one will be left standing.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.