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On the floor, amongst the piles of freshly pressed laundry, lay the woman's lifeless body, her pale yellow nightdress soaked in blood. ';I didn't do it' came a whisper from the corner of the room. Detective Katie Scott has never seen two people more in love than her aunt and uncle as they danced on the decking the night of their wedding anniversary party. But the next morning, when Katie finds her aunt's body sprawled across the floor, that perfect image is shattered forever. All fingers point to Katie's uncle, Pine Valley's beloved sheriff and protector after all, his prints are all over the antique knife found at the scene. Grieving, but certain of her uncle's innocence, Katie is consigned to the cold case division after she's discovered searching the house for clues. Does someone want to keep her as far away from this investigation as possible? Ignoring warnings from her team, Katie digs into her uncle's old case files and discovers photographs of the body of a young girl found tied to a tree after a hike in search of a rare flower. Her body is covered with the same unusual lacerations her aunt suffered. Katie knows it can't be a coincidence, but every lead she follows takes her to a dead end. Moments before the sheriff is arrested, Katie realises that a single piece of thread she found at the crime scene could be the missing link that will stitch old crimes to new. But how can she prove her uncle's innocence without throwing herself directly into the line of fire? She doesn't have a choice, he's the only family she has left A totally jaw-dropping crime thriller with an ending you will never see coming! Perfect for anyone who adores Lisa Regan, Rachel Caine and Melinda Leigh. What readers are saying about Flowers on Her Grave:';It feels like being caught in a whirlwind. Love it!...Totally, utterly, amazingly good book.' 5 stars' B for Book Review, 5 stars ';Never have I been so emotionally invested in a bookI was hooked from page one, and finished reading in one day outstanding.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';The pages flew by for a suspenseful, fast-paced mystery that you do not want to put down' Goodreads reviewer ';A super addition to the brilliant series hooks you right in looking forward to the next explosive read!' Goodreads reviewer ';An unpredictable rollercoaster of a book. Twists on every page.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';I was seriously on the edge of my seat, gripping my kindle so tight with all the tension

"Tears stream down her face as she feels the cold blade press against her neck. The sweet scent of her daughter's favorite strawberry pancakes all around, her last thought is for her beautiful girl. Please, please let Lisa have escaped. When Detective Casey White is called early one morning to a beachside vacation campsite in the Outer Banks, she finds the bodies of Carl and Peggy Pearson side-by-side, their throats cut, and their thirteen-year-old daughter Lisa nowhere to be found. Haunted by memories of her own missing girl, Casey fears this could soon become a triple murder: because without the medication found in the bathroom cabinet, Lisa has just days to live. As her team struggle to untangle the meaning of the cryptic symbol carved into the victims' skin, Casey searches the area for signs of Lisa: and is rewarded when she finds her blistered and barefoot, staggering along the highway. The girl barely has breath left to whisper 'he invited me' before blacking out. Days later, another couple is found murdered on a vacation yacht. A different symbol is etched on their bodies, and their teenage daughter is also missing. Casey's only clue is an unsettling 'invitation' found on the girl's phone, to a secluded building out in the cornfields. Desperate to uncover who is luring these innocent families to their deaths, and certain forensics have missed something vital, Casey matches up the crime scene photos herself. The symbols combine to form an upcoming date. The killer is taunting them with the timing of the next murder. Racing to follow the invitation in time, when Casey arrives she is shocked to glimpse not the missing girls from this case, but her own missing daughter..."--Provided by publisher.

Down a winding lane lined with strawberry trees and wildflowers lies Appleyard Farm, a beautiful orchard in the English countryside. And in a little farmhouse in the furthest corner, a young woman has a difficult decision to make…Life on Appleyard Farm is all Freya Sherbourne has ever known. Having spent her childhood playing in the emerald green meadows and berry picking until sunset, Freya intends to call the farmhouse home forever. But when her father suddenly passes away and Appleyard Farm goes up for sale, Freya's world comes crashing down.Holding back the tears, she starts packing boxes while waiting for a buyer. Now the river no longer sparkles, and the apples taste a little less sweet. Until Freya learns the exciting news that her best friends Merry and Willow are moving nearby to open a local shop. And when someone from her past re-emerges, handsomer than ever and offering to mend the cracks in her broken heart, Freya's eyes begin to twinkle once again.But falling in love is scary, especially when you don't know what the future holds. And when Freya discovers that her new love has been keeping a secret, one that threatens both their fragile relationship and the farm, she risks losing everything.With the clock ticking, will Freya choose to follow her heart or save the farm? Or can she find a way to do both?Told in four parts, this is a gorgeous story about love, friendship and new beginnings. Fans of Jenny Colgan, Lucy Diamond and Debbie Johnson should grab a cup of hot chocolate, curl up on the sofa and prepare to be carried away!A Year at Appleyard Farm was previously published separately as: Merry Mistletoe, Spring Fever, Gooseberry Fool, and Blackberry Way. What readers are saying about A Year at Appleyard Farm:'Delightful story… cozy and comforting… a wonderful novel, "magical" in many ways and warm with love and friendship.' A Bookworm's Reviews, ¿¿¿¿¿'What a lovely book!… it grabbed me and kept me to the very end. I loved the characters!… The town is so well described you'll want to move there, and the kindness of the characters to each other is heartwarming. I highly recommend this book.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Delightful… The characters are charming and the plot is captivating! I highly recommend this fun and quick read.' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'An absolutely smashing collection set in a charming village that the reader hopes is real… a fun book to read.' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

Making her way up the cedar-lined driveway, tears fill her eyes at the sight of the cottage's faded trim and peeling turquoise shutters. Taking a deep breath, she grasps the heart-shaped iron door handle and steps inside the once-happy childhood home she's been avoiding. It is time to face up to the past When Emily's fiance walks out on her while she's still grieving the loss of her family in a terrible accident, she escapes back to Hope Haven on the remote Dune Island, where her family vacationed every summer. Emily hopes that fixing up the house will also mend her broken heart, but the cottage holds more than just bittersweet childhood memories. Emptying her father's antique writing desk, Emily finds a letter that reveals a devastating secret about her parents. With a head full of questions that can never be answered, it seems like returning to the island was the worst decision Emily ever made until she meets Lucas Socorro, saltwater dripping from his dark curls after a surf session. As they take long walks on the soft sand, and talk late into the firefly-lit night, Emily wonders if Dr Lukeas the kids in the hospital call himcould be the one to help her heal. With Luke holding her hand, delving into her family's painful past is a little easier. Painting the gloomy cottage walls the colour of seashells, and revamping her grandmother's flea-market furniture, Emily starts to feel she might call Dune Island home for goodand that she could build that home right here with Luke. But when Emily's family secret spreads through a network of local gossips, her fragile heart breaks all over again. Luke is the only one who could have started the rumours. Was she wrong to trust him so easily? As the sun sets behind the dunes, Emily has a difficult decision to make. Does she pack her bags and leave the island for good? Or take a risk that Hope Haven has everything she's been looking for? A beautiful and emotional read that will make you long to feel the sand beneath your feet. Perfect for fans of Nancy Thayer, Tracy Brogan and Mary Alice Monroe. Read what everyone's saying about Summer at Hope Haven: ';I have absolutely loved this book and have been completely unable to put this one down beautiful I admit to ignoring work while finishing this absolutely gorgeous read a perfect beach read The setting is absolutely delightful a fantastic book which is highly deserving of five stars

When Mackenzie opened the door to the kitchen, she froze. Her father lay on his stomach, blood pooling around his head. She lurched forward to touch him, but her mother held her back. Mackenzie felt like bursting. Her twelve-year-old heart couldn't handle the grief. She would never forget that night, nor what her mother asked her to do Twenty years later, Detective Mackenzie Price is back in Lakemore, a town where the woods hide the darkest of crimes. Determined to atone for the sins of the past, she is unstoppable in her quest for justice. When eighteen-year-old Abigail goes missing, Mack is sure the case is linked to that of Erica Perez, who vanished one year before. Mack's co-workers believe Abby is just another runaway, but Mack isn't convinced. Abby and Erica were friends, and when Mack finds Abby's diary, she begins to suspect Abby knew something about Erica's disappearance. Something that put her in danger. Then a body is discovered in the woods and the race to bring Abby back alive becomes even more urgent. As Mack fights to keep her in the spotlight, she discovers a shocking secret that goes back decades. But that is not the only secret lurking beneath the surface, as Mack knows only too well. The first book in the Detective Mackenzie Price series, Our Daughter's Bones is a haunting and utterly unputdownable crime thriller, perfect for fans of Lisa Regan, Angela Marsons and Karin Slaughter. Previously published as Hidden Lake. What readers are saying about Our Daughter's Bones: ';Oh my WOW!... Ruhi Choudhary knocks it out of the park Full of intrigue, suspense, and stunning twists. I honestly didn't see that conclusion coming. I will definitely be reading the next book.' Goodreads Reviewer ';What a thrill ride of a book. Had me on the edge of my seat. I couldn't put it down. Just when I thought I had everything figured out I was proven wrong.' Goodreads Reviewer ';Wow, Wow just WOW!!!... Completely left me speechless and sitting there with my mouth hanging open... if you are looking for a heart-racing, page-turning psychological crime that will leave you shocked and demanding more this is the book for you.' Bookworm86 ';Astoundingly, jaw-droppingly brilliant The twists kept on coming, one after the other; the pace never lets up and as a reader you are on tenterhooks, frantically turning the pages while at the same time not wanting the book to end because it's just SO good.' Renita D'Silva ';What a page-turner! It's my first book by Ruhi Choudhary, but it won't be my last! A town filled with secrets, and quirky people. What's not to like? I had to finish it in one go.' The World is Ours to Read ';I finished this book in 2 days

In the distance Leah heard sirens. She ignored them. Right now, her daughter needed her and Emily was just out of reach, curled up under the bed, her eyes closed, desperately shaking. Leah did the only thing any mother would do. She crawled through the blood to get to her daughter. When Detective Luka Jericho is called to a family home in rural Pennsylvania, he's shocked to find six-year old Emily Wright is the only witness to her father's murder. Her mother, Dr Leah Wright, returned home from work to find Emily huddled under the bed behind the body, and Luka is desperate to find out what Emily witnessed. He knows that the killer could still be out there, waiting to strike again. But Leah is hesitant to ask Emily to relive what she saw. She knows that Emily could be haunted by those memories forever. Until the same red roses Leah was sent on the night of her husband's murder are found in Emily's hospital room and the family is attacked again Luka must race against time to unravel Leah's family secrets, as he battles painful reminders of his own fiancee's death. But he has no idea just how close the killer is. Will he be able to keep Leah and her daughter safe? Fans of Karin Slaughter, Kendra Elliot and Tess Gerritsen will devour this fast-paced and chilling new crime series from New York Times bestselling author CJ Lyons. You won't be able to put this book down. What readers say about The Next Widow:';Wow! I have been completely unable to put this one down There is absolutely no predicting where the author is taking the story which has made this a gripping and exciting read. I absolutely loved this.' Little Miss Book Lover 87, 5 stars ';Incredible! If you pick up one book this year then make it this one! Dark, twisted and bloody brilliant! If you haven't read a book by CJ Lyons before then you're in for a treat.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';Oh my goodness, what a brilliant start to a new series! Everything about this book just epitomises why I love the crime thriller genre so much! It is a fast paced, intense read, that is filled with so much tension and suspense and I could not get enough of it! It really is an outstanding piece of work that will consume you' Once Upon a Time Book Blog, 5 stars ';Blew me out of the water I starting reading at bedtime, I was so enthralled in the story, next thing I knew it was 3am as I was turning the last page on my Kindle Compelling, captivating, suspenseful, heart wrenching, all the good stuff you want in a crime thriller.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';Wow, this book grabbed my attention from the first chapter, it was so well written and kept me guessing till the end. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves a good thriller, you won't be disappointed. Can't wait for the second book, am definitely going to read it

From Amazon bestseller Pam Howes comes an emotional World War Two saga about three young women whose bravery and friendship will see them through the darkest times.Liverpool, 1939. Bella Rogers thought her life was just starting; she can't wait to get married to her childhood sweetheart, Bobby. But when war is declared and Bobby is called up, his letters stop, leaving Bella heartbroken and alone. Then her family is torn apart by tragedy when her angelic five-year-old sister dies from a terrible illness. They can barely afford a funeral, but the church is packed with the entire community, devastated for their loss.Grieving for her sister and lost love, Bella finds a job at the Bryant and May factory, making matches. As bombs begin to fall, Bella gets the workers singing, keeping spirits high amidst the fear. When she meets a handsome American airman, Earl Franklin Jr, Bella's heart finally starts to mend. Earl encourages her passion and soon she and her friends are offered the opportunity of a lifetime: to travel the country's army bases, entertaining the troops and singing for victory. They name themselves The Bryant Sisters.Just as her life is getting back on track, Bella finds herself pregnant - and Earl reveals a shattering secret that changes everything about their future. Devastated, she flees home to Liverpool, but as an unmarried mother, will her family reject her? And, as she faces a terrible sacrifice, will she ever sing with The Bryant Sisters again?A heartbreaking historical novel about women in wartime, friendship, family and hope. Perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Diney Costeloe and Wives of War. Readers absolutely adore The Girls of Victory Street!'Pulled me in and made it utterly impossible for me to put down. A heartbreaking story… I really haven't been able to put this one down and found I had devoured the entire book in just one sitting. It really did pull me in. I have loved this book so much, I wish I could give it five hundred stars.' Little Miss Book Lover 87 ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿'I absolutely loved this book, loved the flow of the story, loved the characters and loved getting lost into another world while reading it… A heartbreaking story but one that gets you so engaged in it you cannot put it down… Will keep you reading and enjoying right to the very last page, where you will be disappointed that it hasn't carried on, and on… and will desperately want more.' Vicki I Love Reading UK ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿'The story pulled at my heartstrings… Within a few chapters I was hooked and could feel myself experiencing the air raids, the damp dark basements and the sadness of loss and grief alongside all the characters… I wiped tears away at times throughout the book and have laughed and smiled along with them at others. I can't wait for the next book in the series… If you love a really good wartime saga, then this is definitely the book for you! I loved it, and would highly recommend it!' Stardust Book Reviews ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿

';Heartbreakingly good An emotional, powerful and insightful story that should not be missed Do not start before bed because you will be up half the night finishing it... Wonderfully believable characters, heart wrenching.' Shelley's Book Nook ';Dear Ben, I can only write you this letter because I know you'll never read it' When Jem writes to Ben, it's to explain everything. All the secrets she kept from him in their relationship from the innocent little white lies right up to The Terrible Thing that happened on the night that changed everything. But she never expects he will actually see what she's written. She is writing because she thinks it will help to get the words out. Later, she resolves, she'll burn the letter, and then the past will be in the past for good. Because Jem's ready to move on. She's even met someone new But the letter is accidentally posted to Ben. And Jem's life begins to unravel in ways she could never have imagined. Then her mother falls ill and Jem suddenly begins to fear she will have to say goodbye to the only person who has ever truly loved her for who she is. Jem knows she will have to decide who has the key to her future. But is it the man she's falling in love with now? Or the man she loved before? A heartbreaking, beautifully honest, and ultimately uplifting novel that will stay with readers long after they finish it. Perfect for fans of Diane Chamberlain, Amanda Prowse, and Susan Lewis. Readers are loving The Man I Loved Before:';Evoked more emotions than I knew were in me Amazing A beautiful, well-written, all-consuming novel. There was absolutely nothing about it that I did not love and highly, highly recommend This author blows me away.' Dandelions Inspired, 5 stars ';OH WOW, what a read It has stirred so many emotions and I devoured the book in one sitting A complete rollercoaster of emotion.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ';A compelling tale of our time Gripping and powerful Brilliantly written Entertaining, funny in parts and even romantic After I finished, I couldn't pick up another book for a week because I found myself stuck in this story.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ';I loved this, just finished it and was crying buckets. Happy tears though This was a brilliant read, funny in parts, heartbreaking in others Fantastic.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars ';In one word wonderful. It made me happy, sad and totally overwhelmed at times I finished this book with a tear in my eye Written from the heart.' StefLoz Book Blog, 5 stars ';Emotional, moving, heart-wrenching a novel that kept me turning the pages