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'I am completely and utterly speechless… Oh wow, absolutely triple wow… literally had me on tenterhooks… I thought I was going to fall off my chair.' Mixing Reality with FictionEveryone has their secrets. But this one could destroy your marriage.When Anna Blackwell opens an email from an unknown sender, the shocking image attached shatters her perfect world. A woman has been killed. And Anna knows who did it. The past is catching up with her.Is it her turn next?To protect herself and her husband Will, she must tell him the terrible truth about her first love. But as the secrets of her life unravel, Anna begins to realise that she is not the only one who has been living a lie.Anna doesn't know who to turn to: her best friend, her parents, her husband. But she knows that her ex-lover is dangerous and she must stop him, before it's too late…From the bestselling author of The Secret Mother and The Child Next Door, this utterly unputdownable psychological thriller will have you gasping at every twist. If you loved Gone Girl, The Girl on the Train and The Sister this book is for you.What readers are saying about Shalini Boland:'Completely and utterly speechless… there are just no words to explain how amazing and gripping this book is… Oh wow, absolutely triple wow… a truly magnificent read, loved it from start to finish… leaves you with bated breath right to the very end… that ending… I thought I was going to fall off my chair. It was so darn good…' Mixing Reality with Fiction'A nail biting, edge of your seat read. I couldn't sit still… thrilling and exciting you to the max… I loved it.' By the Letter Book Reviews, 5 stars'So many tense moments… compelling…I was eagerly turning pages… a fast-paced, captivating, suspenseful psychological thriller… amazing.' A Haven for Book Lovers'Absolutely addictive and brilliant with an end I didn't see coming. This is one book you have to read and it gets 5 huge stars from me!!!!' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars'Amazing... Get ready to edge closer to the tip of your seat, bite the very last bit of nails you have left, and scream a not so silent scream when this story unravels!... We LOVED this book!' Two Girls and a Book Obsession, 5 stars'Oh my. A captivating unputdownable evocative emotional twisted thriller. Oh that ending... OMG that ending did NOT expect that. It blew me away…' Read Along With Sue, 5 stars'Wow, wow, wow! What a fantastic book! The book starts with a bang… from page one and believe me, it doesn't let up throughout the book and keeps you gripped until the very end!' Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars

'My arms ache with the need to reach and hold my precious child, and then to never let go. But I can't. I know I can't.'¿Heather is devastated. There's no way she can keep her baby. She can barely pay the bills as it is. But when she meets Grace, a wealthy, single career woman, who wants a baby more than anything, Heather believes she has found the perfect adoptive mother.As Grace and Heather's lives become entwined, they are tested to breaking point, though neither can deny the other's love for the child. But just when they think they are learning how to live with each other, they receive devastating news that turns their fragile world upside down.Will either mother know what is the right thing to do for the child they both love? ¿An absolutely gripping, emotional drama with a tear-jerking twist. If you love Jodi Picoult, Kelly Rimmer or Diane Chamberlain, this will warm your heart, make you cry, and stay with you forever. What readers are saying about A Mother's Goodbye'This is an absolutely stunning novel… The story is told with empathy and compassion and I literally couldn't put the book down… I found the story incredibly moving and shed tears on several occasions… I thought it was powerful, honest and an excellent, unmissable read… I am so happy that I have at last discovered this incredibly talented author' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A very moving read. I really felt for Heather. I just couldn't put it down… loved the story and the characters. This was very well written… even brought tears to my eyes' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A Mother's Goodbye is a riveting story. It is indeed very touching. I thought the story was already pulling at my heartstrings, but then there was a twist, one so tragic, that I read much of the story with a lump in my throat.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'What a powerful and gut-wrenching story about making hard choices and then living with the results. And when you finally get the chance to have what you thought you wanted, another decision to be made: is this what is really for the best? This book brought me to tears!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Gifted criminal profiler Nathan Radley has a unique way of thinking that allows him to empathize with the twisted killers he helps capture.But Nathan a dark secret. He has more in common with the criminals he hunts than anyone could dare to imagine. He lives in constant fear of losing control of his own dark desires...When the headless body of a policeman is dragged from the Thames - an exact enactment of one of his oldest and darkest fantasies, only ever confessed in the pages of his teenage diary - Nathan finds himself the main suspect in the most twisted case of his career.Someone has his diary and is leaking pages to frame him for the disturbing murders he has spent his whole career trying not to commit. As more bodies surface and more extracts are released, Nathan has no choice but to go in search of the killer to clear his name. He knows it's someone dangerous, he knows it's someone he trusted, but how many precious lives will be lost before he can work out who?A nail-biting and unputdownable thriller that fans of Peter James, Angela Marsons and Rachel Abbott will adore. What readers are saying about The Goodnight Song:'Had me glued to the pages from start to finish… It is a roller coaster of a read with the killer always one step ahead… The novel is full of misdirection and suspicion… A good, exciting read which I have no hesitation in recommending.' Goodreads reviewer'Fast-paced, lots of action and multiple twists and turns… I thoroughly enjoyed it and look forward to more books in the series.' Goodreads reviewer What readers are saying about Nick Hollin:'I couldn't stop reading… an absolute corker!… I found myself so immersed that the outside world almost ceased to exist… totally addictive… gripping, compelling, utterly absorbing… it blew my mind!' Novel Deelights, 5 stars'One of the best, and most original criminal psychological thrillers I have ever read… I don't usually read a book in one day. I just could not put this one down.' Nigel Adams Book Worm, 5 stars'Shocking! Captivating! Wow!... This is a "can't put down" "what is gonna happen next" book… So hard to put down that I read well past my bedtime and actually fell asleep with my book in the bed.' Tiger-Whispers, 5 stars'Wow - what an explosive start to a new crime series! This was a real edge of your seat page turner that had me gripped from the start… Lots of twists and turns and an ending that wasn't guessed until the final few chapters.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A breath-taking, thrilling ride…I could not put this book down - it was a satisfying, brilliant read that left me wanting for more from this fabulous author.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

'The first thing you should know, dear reader, is that I am dead...'Teacher Pippa wants a second chance. Recently divorced and unhappy at work, she uproots her life to renovate a beautiful farmhouse in the countryside, determined to make a fresh start. But Pippa soon realises: your troubles are never far behind.When Pippa meets blue-eyed Ryan Marks, he is funny, charming, and haunted by his past. He might just be the answer to all her problems. But how well does she really know him?She knows the story of his life, the pain that stays with him, the warmth of his smile and the smell of his skin. She knows he can make her laugh over a glass of wine.Pippa can tell truth from lies. She'd know if she were in danger. Wouldn't she?From Amazon chart bestseller S.E. Lynes, The Proposal is a page-turning and utterly gripping thriller about the lengths we will go to for someone we love. Perfect for fans of Gone Girl, The Woman at the Window and The Wife Between Us. What readers are saying about The Proposal:'OMG… I've never read anything like this ever in my life and I don't think anything could ever top this! My head is spinning, eyes hurt from not blinking the last 20 pages, my skin is covered in goosebumps, and I have paper cuts from wildly flipping back a few times to reread a page or four… Best book of 2018! Holy wow!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Unlike anything I have ever read… it would be impossible for anyone to fore-guess what happens in this book… everyone who reads it will be stunned and will never forget it… never an easier 10/10.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A chilling psychological book that kept me saying "what", "oh man, I didn't see that coming."Exceptional.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Cream teas, buttered crumpets and a very curious crime…Melissa Craig is settling in nicely to a new teaching position in the quaint little village of Upper Bembury, getting to know her way around, drinking tea with the eccentric staff, even sewing the first seeds of romance…But when she arrives one morning to find police outside her classroom, Melissa is shocked to hear that her beautiful colleague Angelica has been found dead in her home.As everyone in Angelica's life comes under suspicion, ­Melissa makes it her mission to go in search of the truth, not least because she's romantically entangled with none other than the police's prime suspect.The discovery of a vandalised portrait of the murdered girl might be just the clue that Melissa needs to clear her lover's name, but when a second body surfaces, she knows she needs to act quickly. Can Melissa uncover the ugly truth in this beautiful village before another innocent life is taken?Do you love murder mysteries by Agatha Christie, P.D. James and Faith Martin? If so, make this puzzling and absolutely page-turning whodunnit your next read! This book was previously published as Finishing Touch. What readers are saying about Betty Rowlands:'Perfect for lovers of COSY CRIME!... I loved this book… This is an easily read book but it will keep you on your toes' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'An entertaining book… fluently written… In the same league as Agatha Christie.' B for Book Review'Captivated… very well-written… a terrific beginning to the series… a very quick read. I thoroughly enjoyed the danger and surprising twists in this story, as well as the unexpected humour.' Robin Loves Reading

The climb up the hill takes her past sweet-smelling pink roses in full bloom and leads her to an utterly breathtaking view. Megan is happy to be home at last, but will her relationship have survived the journey? It has been a difficult few years for thirty-year-old Megan Forrester, completing her apprenticeship and trying to maintain a long-distance relationship with her gorgeous boyfriend, Liam. She's returned home to compete in a local craft competition. The prize is the chance to design beautiful new gates for the estate at the bottom of the hill, a job which could secure her future in the village forever. As the contest gets underway, Megan is devastated when a rival design turns out to be almost identical to hers. Someone in the close-knit community must have leaked her sketches, but who? Is it the same person spreading heartbreaking rumours about Liam? Down to the last few left in the competition, Megan throws her heart and soul into a show-stopping final piece but will winning even matter when the truth about Liam is finally revealed? Do you adore feel-good stories that leave you with a smile on your face? This heart-warming romance is a perfect escape for readers who flew through novels by Jenny Colgan, Lucy Diamond and Debbie Johnson. What readers are saying about Return to the Little Cottage on the Hill:';So heart-warming, uplifting and romantic. You can certainly escape away in this perfect summer read A great read and such an easy read worth more than five stars.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';Heart-warming, feel-good filled with plenty of love, family and laughter. An absolutely wonderful series so far, with this latest addition being no exception Highly recommended! Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars ';I adore this series joyous a book that draws you in Take a trip to this little village and curl up with all three books it will be the best investment of your time in ages.' I Am, Indeed, 5 stars ';Heart-warming, feel-good books filled with plenty of love, family and laughter. An absolutely wonderful series Highly recommended!' Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars ';Wonderful as usual... I do love this series!' Goodreads reviewer ';The pages zoomed past until I ran out!... I am eagerly awaiting the next book.' Rachel's Random Reads ';Kept me under its spell the whole way through

Do you love twisty murder mysteries? Meet Tara Thorpe - the clue to a puzzling local murder has landed right on her doorstep. Perfect for fans of Faith Martin, LJ Ross and Joy Ellis. As the sun rises, a wealthy young woman - Samantha Seabrook - is found drowned in the ornamental fountain of a deserted Cambridge courtyard, the only clue - an antique silver chain wound tightly around her throat. It's Tara Thorpe's job to discover what happened to Miss Seabrook - but the case becomes personal when she learns that Samantha had been receiving death threats… rather like the one that landed on Tara's doorstep the night the woman died. Together with Detective Inspector Garstin Blake, Tara tracks the killer to the dank and dangerous fens on the outskirts of the city. But there's something Tara can't quite admit to Blake about her past - and it could make all the difference to whether they live... or die. An absolutely gripping page-turner that will keep you hooked until the very last page. The first in a series of unputdownable Cambridge mysteries featuring Thorpe and Blake. What everyone's saying about Clare Chase: 'WOWZERS!... My Kindle might as well have been glued to my hands as I couldn't put this story down… My heart was in my mouth and I was reeling with shock from what was happening. It was all just too exciting!' Goodreads reviewer 'I was totally unprepared for the mind games and suspense… This book will suck you in - brilliant!' 5 stars, Goodreads reviewer 'I was bursting to talk about this book with someone, I loved it… There was no point putting it down even if I tried to because my mind could not think about anything else.' Reviewed the Book

A terrible secret killed your husband… But which one?Robert kisses his wife on the head before heading out to the shop for more wine; he walks up the hill, takes a left across the footbridge and jumps to his death on the busy motorway below. Two years later, Francesca and her young daughter are leaving London for a fresh start, money is tight and Robert's mother has found them a little cottage in her village. Francesca is grateful for the help, but why does Robert's mother want to keep them so close? Does she know about what Francesca did in the hour before Robert's death?Soon Francesca begins to suspect there was more to her husband's death than she realised, that there might be even darker secrets hiding in his past than her own…The closer she gets to uncovering the truth, the more she asks: is her own life in danger now too?If you couldn't put down The Girl on the Train or The Couple Next Door, then you will absolutely love this gripping and twisty psychological thriller. What readers are saying about Clare Boyd:'OMG this book was amazing… I literally couldn't put it down in had to keep reading to see what was going to happen next… well deserving of 5 stars.' Bonnie's Book Talk, 5 stars'Easily one of the best psychological thrillers I've read this year. Fast-paced, intense, and riveting - you won't be able to put it down!' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars¿¿'I just couldn't put it down and actually sat up until 5.30am to finish it! It's really well written and I would recommend it to anyone!' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars'A heart-wrenching and enthralling read, this tense thriller had me in its hold from beginning to end… My heart just ached for every character.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

Marianne has a life others dream of. A beautiful townhouse on the best street in the neighbourhood. Three bright children who are her pride and joy.Sometimes her past still hurts: losing her mother, growing up in foster care. But her husband Simon is always there. A successful surgeon, he's the envy of every woman they've ever met. Flowers, gifts, trips to France - nothing is too good for his family.Then Simon says another woman's name. The way he lingers on it, Caroline, gives Marianne a shudder of suspicion, but she knows she can't entertain this flash of paranoia.In the old days, she'd have distracted herself at work, but Marianne left her glamorous career behind when she got married. She'd speak to a friend, but she's too busy with her children and besides, Simon doesn't approve of the few she has left.It's almost by accident that Marianne begins to learn more about Caroline. But once she starts, she can't stop. Because what she finds makes her wonder whether the question she should be asking is not 'should she be jealous', but... 'should she be scared'?Fans of The Girl on the Train and I Let You Go looking for a dark, gripping psychological thriller, with a final twist that will put their jaw on the floor, will love Our Little Lies. Readers are loving Our Little Lies:'Delivers an ending that will make you go WOW but you need to read it to see why!Straight into my Top 10 of the year and a really great read… Dark, disturbing and just everything you want from a psychological thriller and more.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'What a read this was, reminiscent of B A Paris Behind Closed Doors, with the twists of a Claire Mackintosh book, this was such a good read and just as I thought I had worked it out I was wrong!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Most definitely a book that captures your imagination… and a book that I literally did not put down. DAMN...if this is her first in this genre... sign me up for all future thrillers' Best Crime Books and More, 5 stars'Lots of suspense in this domestic thriller! Recommend!!!' Goodreads reviewer'I absolutely LOVED this book! It drew me in from the first few pages and never let me go. As we are drawn further and further into the storyline, you're in for a rollercoaster of a book.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'I just could not wait to see how it all ended.' Goodreads reviewer Praise for Sue Watson:'Had me gripped completely.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'One hell of a read.' Ginger Book Geek, 5 stars'Ingenious and completely addictive.' Blooming Fiction, 5 stars'As soon as I pick one of her books up I know I won't be putting it back down until I finish it.' By The Letter Book Reviews, 5 stars'An amazing read and a total page turner.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Has you on edge as you want to know what happens.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Snow is beginning to fall around the cosy Castle Teashop, with its toasty log fire, scrumptious mince pies and delicious hot chocolates. Romance is in the air and Lily King is hoping some winter magic will help to make her dreams come true…Twenty-five-year-old Lily King is wondering when her life is going to start. She adores working at the much-loved Castle Teashop, surrounded by familiar faces and delicious cakes. But she's stuck in a rut. She's just been dumped by her boyfriend and her dream job seems to be slipping through her fingers.When her best friend Emily Campbell needs urgent help to organise her enchanting Christmas wedding, Lily realises it's finally her moment to shine and reach for the opportunities she's been wishing for. Can she pull off the biggest celebration Castle Cove has ever seen or will something - or someone - make things more complicated than she imagined?Rebellious and handsome photographer Josh Havellin-Scott has always felt like an outsider, especially next to his perfect older brother, who is about to get married. At the last minute, Josh finds himself roped into plans for the Big Day, the very last thing he wants to do, until he is meets creative and quirky Lily King…When Lily and Josh are thrown together, it's clear they couldn't be more different. But they begin to realise that opposites can attract - and sometimes when you're not looking for love, it comes and finds you when you least expect it. With some festive magic, will they manage to work together and save the day?And could they discover a winter romance of their very own along the way?An utterly scrumptious festive romance about the importance of being true to yourself, following your dreams and opening your heart to second chances. Perfect for fans of Carole Matthews, Milly Johnson and Debbie Macomber.

One morning, Connie McColl wakes up and decides to swap her ordinary life, for an extraordinary adventure…Connie McColl is finally free to make her own decisions for the first time in decades. And when she meets glamorous Gill and downtrodden Maggie, at a rather dull flower arranging class, it seems that she's not the only one dreaming of adventure. The three very different women all agree it's about time they had a holiday to remember.So they make a pact for this summer to be their best yet - and drive off into the sunset together…As they meander their way along the beautiful beaches of France and onto the glorious delights of Italy in their luxury campervan, the new friends have plenty of fun and frolics in the sunshine. But the vacation isn't quite what they expected…Gill will do anything to have one last holiday romance, Connie has a surprise inheritance awaiting her in Italy, and Maggie has a secret that is going to catch up with them all… In the end, all three women discover that the journey they thought would be their last really is just the beginning…From the bestselling author of The Runaway Wife, The Getaway Girls is a laugh-out-loud, life-affirming journey of friendship, romance and living life to the full. If you loved The Kicking the Bucket List and The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry this book is for you.What readers are saying about Dee MacDonald:'Hilarious! I loved every page… ' Dawn at Crooks on Books'OMG!… It made me howl with laughter and it made me sob my heart out… I absolutely adored every single step… had my jaw dropping!!… one of my favourite books of the year.' My Chestnut Reading Tree, 5 stars'Wonderful… my heart at times felt like it was going to burst… one of the loveliest books I have read this year... A heartfelt and engaging read that I never wanted to end. Highly recommended.' By the Letter Book Reviews, 5 stars'Wonderful… made me laugh and cry and laugh again… genius!... It was a joy… I absolutely loved the ending.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'What a wonderful inspirational and fun story this has been to get lost in… I literally giggled and tittered… Highly recommended, a light and lovely read with some punch in the air moments.' Books from Dusk Til Dawn, 5 stars'Had me laughing out loud, getting emotional and taking the main character to heart… this book is really wonderful… if I could give this book more than five stars, I would.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A warm, funny, brilliant read! I love the warmth and humour that jumps from the page. Connie is proof that you're never too old to have an adventure! I LOVED the ending!!!!' Sue Watson

'An intelligent psychological drama with a gasp-making twist.' Good Housekeeping - thriller of the month 'Move over Gone Girl, you've got company on the top shelf.' Read & Rated Book Reviews When city girl Shona moves with her partner Mikey and their baby to an idyllic cottage in rural Scotland, she believes that all that lies ahead for her family is happiness. But with Mikey working long hours away from home, the frightening isolation of the Scottish countryside begins to get to Shona. She feels lonely and trapped. That is, until she is rescued by a new friendship with the enchanting Valentina. Valentina enters Shona's life like a whirlwind, bringing excitement and spontaneity to replace boredom and fear. Now Shona has the perfect home, the perfect man, and the perfect new best friend - or does she? As Shona's fairytale life begins to unravel, the deep dark wood outside becomes the least of her fears... From Amazon chart bestseller S.E. Lynes, Valentina is an unputdownable thriller with a twist that will take your breath away. Fans of Gone Girl, The Woman at the Window and The Wife Between Us will be gripped. What readers are saying about S.E. Lynes: 'Wow, wow, wow... I absolutely devoured this book. An absolute must read.' Into the Reading Corner 'I found myself completely consumed by this book, I was moved to tears … will suck you right up and spit you out at the other end as an emotional wreck … There are not enough stars or words strong enough to do this book justice.' Chapter In My Life, 5 stars 'Oh my! So many twists and turns in this book! I couldn't stop reading just waiting to see what's next! Then, oh my goodness, I didn't see that coming! I literally couldn't put it down... Exhilarating!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'I am struggling to put into words exactly how good this book is… downright chilling… I truly can't wait for her next one!! I have no doubt that this will be in my top reads of 2017! 5 MASSIVE stars.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'I didn't want to put it down and by 80% I was knocking it back like tequila. I was so engrossed in it during my lunch break today that I was 15 minutes late going back to work … 5 big fat stars from me, I would give it so many more if I could and I will be shouting its praise from the rooftops for a long time to come.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Gave me goosebumps, made my heart race and my blood run cold… it is pure genius… A very easy five stars from me, I'd give it more if I could.' Goodreads reviewer 'Wow! What a book!... So many twists, none of which I saw coming!... One of the best thrillers I have read!' Renita D'Silva 'A thrilling read, this book has twists and turns galore and I devoured it in one sitting!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars