THE MILLION-COPY INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER RETURNS WITH A GRIPPING, EDGE-OF-YOUR-SEAT SERIAL KILLER THRILLER. AVAILABLE NOW!A face in the crowd. A killer in the shadows…________ On the dark streets of Edinburgh, a killer is waiting. When a body is found, it is only the beginning. Soon there will be seven more. In the city’s hospital, renowned surgeon Beth Waterfall is grieving. Her beloved only daughter fell prey to a vicious stalker a year previously – and now he’s coming for her too. Edinburgh’s police are desperate. After one body comes another, and then another. The brutal deaths are all seemingly unconnected, yet DS Lively and forensic profiler Dr Connie Woolwine know they are dealing with a serial killer – they just need to prove it. But time is running out, and Beth Waterfall already looks set to be the next victim… The million-copy international bestseller returns with a gripping serial killer thriller that will have you hooked from the first page to the very last. ________ PRAISE FOR HELEN FIELDS ‘Truly exceptional…twists and turns that I didn't see coming, a unique concept, and brilliant characters…simply captivating.’ JOHN MARRS ‘Creepy in the best sort of way. TheProfiler is that kind of old school serial killer thriller that has you reading, muttering and gasping the entire way. You will shred your nails until the mind-blowing end.’ Lisa Gardner ‘With a fiendishly clever premise and a kick-ass heroine to root for, TheProfiler is pure page-turning perfection.' Susi Holliday ‘Her best and most gripping thriller yet. Absorbing, powerful and surprising, TheProfiler is an unforgettable experience.’ B P Walter ‘Dark, gripping, disturbing and shocking, and totally impossible to put down.’ Neil Lancaster

A killer lurks in the shadows of Edinburgh, and time is running out. This gripping psychological thriller weaves a tale of loss, suspense, and a relentless hunt for a sinister mind. Prepare for an unforgettable ride.

Watching You

THE TIMES BESTSELLER 'So captivating I read it in a day. So disturbing I thought about it all night' - Janice Hallett, author of The Appeal 'The twists of a Golden Age whodunit, mixed with a wonderfully innovative use of illustrations. Delightfully macabre and fiendishly clever' - G.T. Karber, author of Murdle A Japanese mystery bestseller, revolving around a series of creepy drawings, in which the listener is the detective - from the YouTube sensation Uketsu A series of drawings made by a young woman before her death. A child's disturbing picture of his home. A desperate sketch made by a murder victim in his final moments. Each contains a chilling warning. Each reveals a terrible secret, hidden in plain sight. Uketsu's eerie mysteries have captivated millions of readers. Can you find the clues in these strange pictures and uncover the sinister truth that connects them all? Readers love Strange Pictures: 'Unlike anything I've read before... Insanely clever and imaginative' 'This unputdownable read delivers a perfectly constructed puzzle that comes together with a fantastic precision... The strange pictures are truly mesmerizing!' 'This was eerie and so, so clever! I was hooked'

Uncover chilling secrets hidden in plain sight. This gripping Japanese thriller weaves eerie illustrations into a captivating mystery. Can you piece together the clues and solve the unsettling puzzle? A must-read for crime fiction lovers.

Strange Pictures

Lee Child says it’s “stunning… certain to be a book of the year.” Kathy Reichs calls it “extraordinary… a major achievement.” Gillian Flynn says of Karin Slaughter: “I’d follow her anywhere.” Sisters. Strangers. Survivors. More than twenty years ago, Claire and Lydia’s teenaged sister Julia vanished without a trace. The two women have not spoken since, and now their lives could not be more different. Claire is the glamorous trophy wife of an Atlanta millionaire. Lydia, a single mother, dates an ex-con and struggles to make ends meet. But neither has recovered from the horror and heartbreak of their shared loss—a devastating wound that's cruelly ripped open when Claire's husband is killed. The disappearance of a teenage girl and the murder of a middle-aged man, almost a quarter-century apart: what could connect them? Forming a wary truce, the surviving sisters look to the past to find the truth, unearthing the secrets that destroyed their family all those years ago . . . and uncovering the possibility of redemption, and revenge, where they least expect it. Powerful, poignant, and utterly gripping, packed with indelible characters and unforgettable twists, Pretty Girls is a masterful novel from one of the finest writers working today.

A stunning psychological thriller that intertwines the haunting past with a present tragedy. Two estranged sisters must confront dark secrets and seek redemption amidst unforgettable twists and powerful emotions.

Pretty Girls

AN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER AN AMAZON BEST BOOK OF 2024 WINNER OF GOODREADS MYSTERY & THRILLER BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024 'I was totally gripped' DOUGLAS STUART 'Immersive and enthralling' PAULA HAWKINS 'At first hard to put down. By page 200, impossible' STEPHEN KING –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– When their thirteen-year-old daughter Barbara goes missing at summer camp, all eyes fall on the Van Laar family. They're cold, rich people. They own the camp. And it's happened to them before. Fourteen years ago their little boy, Bear, vanished without a trace. Two children lost to the same wilderness. Is it a tragedy… or a crime? ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––- ‘Brilliantly plotted and perfectly paced … I can't remember the last time I felt so entangled in a novelist's coils’ Clare Chambers, author of Small Pleasures 'A beguiling novel with a relentless grip. You won't be able to put it down' Claire Fuller, author of Unsettled Ground 'At once an immersive family saga and utterly propulsive mystery. Beautifully written' Emilia Hart, author of Weyward ‘A masterful literary thriller’ Lucy Clarke, author of The Hike ‘Riveting from page one to the last breathless word … This book flew by at lightning speed, but will stick with me for a very long time’ Rebecca Makkai, author of I Have Some Questions For You ‘Dickensian in scope … Very entertaining’ Vogue, Best Picks for Summer 2024 The God of the Woods debuted at #3 on the New York Times bestseller list on 21 July 2024. READERS ARE SAYING…'I simply couldn't put it down!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An excellent page-turner' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I didn’t see the end coming' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I strongly urge everyone to read it and experience the magic for themselves' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'My top read for 2024 so far. Actually, top read full stop' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A fascinating story with lots of ups and downs… I did like the conclusion, very clever!!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Loved this book from page one! … A book not to be missed!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I cannot think of when I have read anything so evocative' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A riveting read. If you're looking for intriguing characters, a beautifully crafted, slow and atmospheric mystery that feels incredibly intense, then this is the one for you' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A riveting read awaits those who dare to uncover the mystery. When two children vanish from a summer camp, secrets unravel in this masterful thriller. Gripping, lyrical, and impossible to put down. Join the suspense.

The God of the Woods

The addictive million-copy bestseller mystery taking Japan by storm, from the author of The Times Bestseller Strange Pictures A twisty puzzle in which the listener is the detective, examining a series of creepy floorplans for clues 'Deliciously unsettling and refreshingly unique, Strange Houses will lure you in and keep you captive with every clever twist' - Kristen Perrin, author of How to Solve Your Own Murder A sinister hidden room. A dead space between two walls. A sealed cellar. A child's face glimpsed at a window. Every house hides secrets. But some secrets are far darker than others. More than a million readers have discovered the terrible truth behind these strange houses. Now it's your turn. PRAISE FOR UKETSU 'Part Rubik's Cube, part Russian doll, part kaleidoscope and altogether irresistible. Strange Pictures is heady, giddy, genre-blurring stuff and so fizzy with invention and possibility that I almost pity the next novel I read' - A.J. Finn, author of The Woman in the Window 'A superlative puzzle made of multiple parts that interconnect in unexpected ways, told inventively through pictures and text. Every twist and turn steepens the sense of foreboding. Original, intricate and deeply unsettling. I've never read anything like it' - Alex Pavesi, author of Eight Detectives 'Absolutely loved this clever little banger. An addictive murder mystery that unfolds like pointillism on the page: only when you reach the end, step back and view the bigger picture does each of its parts click into place. Exceptional!' - Alice Slater, author of Death of a Bookseller 'An intricately woven, at times unsettling, but always mesmerising piece of work' - Ian Moore, author of Death and Croissants

Every house hides secrets—some darker than others. Dive into this bestselling mystery that invites you to unravel a chilling puzzle of hidden rooms and eerie clues. Get ready to be captivated!

Strange Houses

The instant No.1 Sunday Times bestseller! The gripping and exciting first book in a brand new crime thriller series from the international sensation Karin Slaughter.'A thriller of breadth and depth—a powerful and gripping read' Shari Lapena 'Explosive from the very start' Cara Hunter 'This is a huge novel with an even bigger heart' Jane Casey 'Karin Slaughter is always a must read' Harlan Coben ‘A dark, shocking and visceral story … Absolutely brilliant’ Janice Hallett 'Powerful, beautiful, brimming with heart and grit – an astonishing novel. I adored it' Andrea Mara *** Welcome to North Falls. A small town where everyone knows everyone. But nobody knows the truth. Emmy Clifton has lived here all her life. She thinks she knows her neighbours. She's wrong. She thinks it’s just another hot summer night: a night like any other. She's wrong. When her best friend's daughter asks for help, she thinks it’s just some teenage drama. She thinks it can wait. She’s never been more wrong in her life. As the town ignites in the wake of the girl's disappearance, Emmy throws herself into the search. But then she realises: You never really know a town until you know its secrets. Is Emmy ready for the truth? *** 'Karin absolutely nails small town America with complex family lives filled with secrets and paranoia' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review 'Brilliant, heart-breaking, tense, disturbing and another impossible to put down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review 'A compelling and intricately woven thriller that will keep readers hooked from start to finish' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review

You never really know a town until you know its secrets. Dive into this gripping psychological thriller where a small town's dark truths unravel after a girl goes missing. Can Emmy face the chilling reality?

We Are All Guilty Here

The perfect revenge thriller for fans of John Marrs, A. R. Torre, Jeneva Rose and Lucinda Berry!‘A deliciously dark, twisty turny thriller with characters who leap off the page’ John Marrs 'A book which shines a light on a frightening and often hidden world; dark, disturbing, addictive’ Jackie Kabler Therapy just got deadly When Jess Pendle agrees to attend a support group to meet other women who have lived similar experiences, she doesn’t expect much. The group has been set up for like-minded women to come together, but when their therapist leaves, they close the blinds and find a new, and altogether more deadly way to support each other… See what readers are saying about The Serial Killer Support Group ‘Has the reader on the edge of their seat screaming for justice and delivers a well-planned mid-point twist’ AJ Willis ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Fast paced, gory, and dare I say empowering!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'It's a thrilling novel of friendship, loyalty, rediscovery of self and murder' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The novel is frightening and hopeful all at once as we see the underbelly of society and what good people will do in the face of adversity!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Vigilante justice and moral support, a one stop shop! Domestic violence victims find a bit more than they thought in the support group that has become a lifeline, in many ways. You will root for them, feel for them, and cheer them!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'With twists galore, this book gets better with the turn of each page' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'It had everything you could want in a thriller book, plenty of suspense, excellent characterisation and a brilliant brunch of female leads! Can’t recommend enough! This was an easy 5 stars!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ’This was such a wild ride! I'm still in shock after putting the book down. I loved the unexpected twists and turns. I had so many ideas of who The Caretaker was, and boy, was I wrong' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The book leaves the reader pondering what they would do if they were in the same situation and if two wrongs make a right' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A powerful exploration of social injustice and the desire for revenge’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Clever, cathartic, and wickedly satisfying, this book earns every one of its five stars. Read it with the lights on'

Secret Vigilante

Therapy just got deadly in this psychological thriller that explores social injustice and the quest for revenge. Join a group of women as they discover dark secrets and unexpected empowerment in a chilling tale of loyalty and suspense.

The Serial Killer Support Group

***KITTY'S BACK! I BET YOU'D LOOK GOOD IN A COFFIN IS OUT NOW***Meet Kitty Collins.FRIEND. LOVER. KILLER.‘A cathartic novel, I hasten to point out, not a how-to guide’ Lucy Mangan, Good Housekeeping He was following me. That guy from the nightclub who wouldn’t leave me alone. I hadn’t intended to kill him of course. But I wasn’t displeased when I did and, despite the mess I made, I appeared to get away with it. That’s where my addiction started… I’ve got a taste for revenge and quite frankly, I’m killing it. A deliciously dark, hilariously twisted story about friendship, love, and murder. Fans of Sweetpea, My Sister the Serial Killer, How to Kill Your Family and Killing Eve will love this wickedly clever novel! Don't miss Katy Brent's new wickedly witty novel, The Murder After the Night Before, available now! Readers LOVE How to Kill Men and Get Away With It!‘I literally couldn’t put this book down, I was just so engrossed in Kitty and what the heck she was going to do next!!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book has got to be my favourite so far this year.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘There are just so many good things I could say about this book. I absolutely tore (pun intended) through this read. Everyone needs to go read it.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Being a man I really shouldn't like this book. Well I didn't like it. I loved it! Oh I just couldn't stop reading this.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘How to Kill Men was an absolute treat to read, sending out American Psycho and Promising Young Women vibes.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘AMAZING!!! Where has Kitty been all my life?’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is one of the most clever books I have read in quite a while.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A well-rounded cast of characters, quick pace, and thrilling twists make this one of my favourites of the year!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Kitty Collins

How to Kill Men and Get Away With It is a deliciously dark and twisted thriller that blends friendship, love, and revenge. Kitty Collins is back, and her captivating tale will keep you hooked until the last page.

How to Kill Men and Get Away With It

THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SENSATION WINNER OF WATERSTONES BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024 SHORTLISTED FOR THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS DEBUT NOVEL OF THE YEAR 2025 SHORTLISTED FOR THE CWA CRIME FICTION IN TRANSLATION DAGGER AWARD 2025 A BBC BETWEEN THE COVERS BOOK CLUB PICK ‘A full-fat, Michelin-starred treat’ SUNDAY TIMES ‘A cult phenomenon’ iNEWS ‘Took the literary world by storm’ BBC ‘A killer Japanese novel’ THE TIMES 'I have been glued to Butter’ NIGEL SLATER The cult Japanese bestseller about a female gourmet cook and serial killer and the journalist intent on cracking her case, inspired by a true story, and translated by Polly Barton. There are two things that I can simply not tolerate: feminists and margarine. Gourmet cook Manako Kajii sits in Tokyo Detention Centre convicted of the serial murders of lonely businessmen, who she is said to have seduced with her delicious home cooking. The case has captured the nation’s imagination but Kajii refuses to speak with the press. That is, until journalist Rika Machida writes a letter asking for her recipe for beef stew and Kajii can’t resist writing back. Rika, the only woman in her news office, works late each night, rarely cooking more than ramen. As the visits unfold between her and the steely Kajii, they are closer to a masterclass in food than journalistic research. Rika hopes this gastronomic exchange will help her soften Kajii but it seems that she might be the one changing. With each meal she eats, something is awakening in her body. Might she and Kaji have more in common than she once thought? Inspired by the real case of the convicted con woman and serial killer, 'The Konkatsu Killer', Asako Yuzuki’s Butter is a vivid, gripping exploration of misogyny, obsession and the transgressive pleasures of food in Japan. 'It isn’t entirely clear whether to read the novel or devour it’ OBSERVER ‘Readers around the world are finding themselves utterly captivated’DAILY MAIL ‘I really enjoyed it’ MEERA SYAL, on BBC Between the Covers 'Compelling, delightfully weird' PANDORA SYKES 'Unputdownable, breathtakingly original' ERIN KELLY 'You’ll be craving rice, butter and soy sauce in no time’STYLIST ‘Nothing short of ingenious’ iNEWS ‘Ambitious and unsettling’GUARDIAN 'Luscious … I devoured this' IMOGEN CRIMP 'A salty morsel with one hell of a bite’ ALICE SLATER

A killer gourmet cook and a relentless journalist forge an unsettling bond over food and obsession in this award-winning Japanese thriller. Prepare for a culinary mystery that tantalizes the senses and challenges the mind.

Butter

As DCI Matilda Darke unravels a chilling cold case, she discovers some truths are deadly – and someone will stop at nothing to keep the past buried… ‘Matilda Darke is the perfect heroine’ Elly Griffiths RUNNING FROM HER PAST Leaving behind Sheffield, her friends and her job, a grieving DCI Matilda Darke finds solace in the wild, untamed beauty of the Lake District. But she can’t outrun her reputation. A COLD CASE PC Alison Pemberton is living in the shadow of her twin sisters, who were abducted thirty years ago. As the only witness, Alison has spent her life trying to remember the details of that fateful summer day and discover the truth about what happened to her sisters and why, a few months later, her father also disappeared. A TRUTH THAT SHOULD HAVE STAYED BURIED Matilda finds herself agreeing to try and unearth the truth about the Pemberton twins. With nothing left to lose, Matilda throws herself into the cold case, but someone doesn’t want her digging up the past and will do anything to keep the truth hidden… Praise for Michael Wood‘A master of horror and suspense’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'One of the best books ever, in one of the best series ever! It is THAT good!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow what a book… I adore this series and every book is better and better’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book sets off at a hundred miles an hour and never lets off… this is my favourite detective series’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Exciting, tense and compelling… shocking and brilliant’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow! Wow! Wow! The twists keep on coming to the last page’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I don’t have words! Wow just wow! This blew me away. DCI Matilda Darke and her team are my favourite detectives’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book had a bit of everything… some crazy twists and turns’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Another cracking, nail-biting read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

DCI Matilda Darke

Some truths are deadly. Join DCI Matilda Darke as she confronts a chilling cold case in the Lake District, where haunting secrets lurk and someone will stop at nothing to keep the past buried. A gripping psychological thriller awaits.

Worse Than Murder

From the New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of Rock Paper Scissors!'One of my favourite thriller writers.' Harlan Coben 'I'm a huge Feeney fan.' Chris Whitaker 'A phenomenal storyteller.' Clare Leslie Hall 'One of the best psychological thriller writers.' The Sun 'Feeney is psycho thriller royalty.' Daily Mail ‘This is great … Keeps you guessing all the way through’ Jane Fallon ‘Alice writes the twisty sort of novel that leaves you breathless and unsure about everything and everyone… Warning – could cause sleepless nights!’ Adele Parks ‘The ultimate rollercoaster reading experience’ Woman & Home ******* If there are two sides to every story, someone is always lying…Jack: Three words to describe my wife: Beautiful. Ambitious. Unforgiving. Anna: I only need one word to describe my husband: Liar. When a woman is murdered in Blackdown village, newsreader Anna Andrews is reluctant to cover the case. Anna’s ex-husband, DCI Jack Harper, is suspicious of her involvement, until he becomes a suspect in his own murder investigation. Someone is lying, and some secrets are worth killing to keep. ****** Praise for Alice Feeney:‘Dark, twisted, and oh-so-good’ Prima ‘We gulped down this intense thriller in one heart-in-our-mouth afternoon – it's that good!’Sun 'Cleverly plotted and tightly written, this deliciously dark thriller will leave readers breathless… Feeney’s best book yet’ Daily Express ‘A pacy thriller full of lies’ My Weekly ***** Readers LOVE Alice Feeney:‘An absolute must for thriller fans!’ ‘I loved every page of this book’ ‘Absolutely enthralling’ ‘Best psychological thriller I have read’ ‘This book completely sucked me in. I couldn’t put it down’ ‘It's dark, disturbing, beautifully written and finished it in almost one sitting’

Some secrets are worth killing to keep. In this twisty psychological thriller, a newsreader and her ex-husband navigate a web of lies and suspicion after a murder rocks their village. Prepare for a breathless ride.

His and Hers

An all-new collection of autumn-themed mysteries from the master of the genre.Autumn is the season of misty mornings and cosy nights in, but as the leaves begin to fall the nights get longer and the shadows grow darker… Secluded cottages, eerie manors and ghostly hauntings and cursed tombs abound in this collection of 12 supernatural mysteries and murderous plots featuring Hercule Poirot, Miss Marple and Agatha Christie’s other favourite detectives. INCLUDES THE STORIES: Murder in the Mews The Case of the Rich Woman While the Light Lasts Triangle at Rhodes Death by Drowning The Bird with the Broken Wing The Lemesurier Inheritance The House of Lurking Death Tape-Measure Murder The Voice in the Dark Four-and-Twenty Blackbirds Witness for the Prosecution

Experience autumn's chilling allure with a collection of 12 supernatural mysteries featuring beloved detectives like Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. Perfect for fans of cozy crime and classic thrillers, these tales will haunt your nights.

AUTUMN CHILLS: Tales of Intrigue from the Queen of Crime

'This is every woman’s dream revenge plot come to life.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Are you on a date that doesn’t feel right? Can’t shake that creepy guy at the bar?Worried you’re being followed home?Message M.After one too many terrifying encounters, Millie Masters sets up a hotline for women who feel unsafe walking home alone at night: Message M. But very quickly she realises that there’s much more to be done to help the women who call in. Because the men just do it again the next night, and the next, and the next… And when her own sister is assaulted on a night out, the temptation to take the law into her own hands becomes too much to resist. Because M can also stand for murder… A deliciously dark, hilariously twisted serial killer thriller with a villainous female lead. Perfect for fans of Bella Mackie’s How to Kill Your Family, Oyinkan Braithwaite’s My Sister, the Serial Killer, or anyone who enjoyed watching You. Readers are OBSESSED with How to Kill a Guy in Ten Ways!‘A masterclass in murder. Millie is the serial killer you never knew you needed in your life.’ LM Chilton ‘Deliriously dark and incredibly funny. How to Kill a Guy in Ten Ways is a wild revenge comedy that had me reading all night…Addictive and twisty, I loved it!’ Katie Marsh ‘We love the dark humour in this thriller.’ That’s Life Crime Scene ‘Eve Kellman – I applaud you. This was absolutely fantastic.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I loved this book! Brilliant twists all the way through and so cleverly written. A must read!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is … clever, quick-paced, and such a twist on the serial killer genre.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I absolutely LOVED this book! I flew through it! The feminine rage and the witty banter was *chefs kiss*. I can't wait for this to come out so I can buy copies for all my friends!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A deliciously dark revenge comedy awaits you. When Millie's hotline for women turns into a twisted journey of justice, she discovers the power of feminine rage. Dive into this addictive serial killer thriller today!

How to Kill a Guy in Ten Ways

Serial killer Saffy Huntley-Oliver's life is going great. She's got a fabulous new boyfriend, Jonathan. She has literally got away with murder. And now that she's no longer single, she can get back to her favourite hobby: killing bad men. Particularly Sir Thomas West, a children's TV star who truly deserves to die. But there are a few little snags. For one, her beloved sister Susie is still dating that insufferable Finlay. For another, Sir Thomas has a very large bodyguard. And Jonathan himself has given up his job investigating true crime, despite all the tempting corpses that Saffy keeps putting in his way. All of this would be easy to ignore in the flush of new love. Except Saffy's never been in love before, and it's weird. She's having difficulty separating romance from homicide. Especially when someone discovers Saffy's secret hobby and starts sending Jonathan coded messages about her crimes. Is someone trying to break them up? Or trying to hunt her down?

Love can be deadly. Dive into a darkly humorous thriller where a serial killer navigates romance, murder, and a lurking threat. Will Saffy balance her passions or risk losing everything? A witty twist on crime fiction awaits.

Body Count

'Ruth Kelly is my go-to for destination thrillers' - Andrea Mara, Sunday Times bestselling author of No One Saw A Thing 'A slick, multi-layered thriller with a fabulous Amsterdam setting' - Catherine Cooper, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Chalet *** She was your best friend. Now she's missing. And everyone suspects you. People drift apart. You and Georgie were inseparable once; she knew you better than anyone. But that was then. Now, out of the blue, Georgie's back. She's inviting you to a glamorous New Year's Eve afterparty in Amsterdam - a chance to relive the good old days and the fun you used to have. You go. You laugh. You remember. But then Georgie vanishes. And just like that, you're the prime suspect. She knows all your secrets – the ones you've managed to bury. But as the clock ticks and the accusations mount, you're left with one terrifying thought: how well do you really know her? From bestselling, Richard & Judy book club pick author Ruth Kelly, The Afterparty is perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and Sarah Pearse. *** Praise for Ruth Kelly: 'Queen of the chilling thriller' - Veronica Henry, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Impulse Purchase 'Deliciously addictive' - TM Logan, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Daughter 'A great thriller writer' - John Marrs, Sunday Times bestselling author of What Lies Between Us 'Page-turning' - BP Walter, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Dinner Guest 'Beautifully paced and darkly twisted' - Katy Brent, bestselling author of How To Kill Men and Get Away With It 'Addictive' - Woman's Weekly 'Original and well-told' - Daily Mail 'Tantalizing twists' - Heat

She was your best friend. Now she's missing, and everyone suspects you. In the shadows of a glamorous Amsterdam New Year's Eve, dark secrets unravel in this gripping psychological thriller. How well do you really know her?

The Afterparty

***Don't miss the second book in the series, Vera Wong's Guide to Snooping (on a Dead Man), out now!***Put the kettle on, there’s a mystery brewing…'Vera Wong is my new favourite sleuth' Elle CosimanoTea-shop owner. Matchmaker. Detective? Sixty-year-old self-proclaimed tea expert Vera Wong enjoys nothing more than sipping a good cup of Wulong and doing some healthy ‘detective’ work on the internet (AKA checking up on her son to see if he’s dating anybody yet). But when Vera wakes up one morning to find a dead man in the middle of her tea shop, it’s going to take more than a strong Longjing to fix things. Knowing she’ll do a better job than the police possibly could – because nobody sniffs out a wrongdoing quite like a suspicious Chinese mother with time on her hands – Vera decides it’s down to her to catch the killer. Nobody spills the tea like this amateur sleuth. USA Today Bestseller and Edgar Award WinnerReaders LOVE Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice For Murderers 'This is the perfect book for fans of found family, humour and mystery – full of warmth, heart, good food and well-meaning meddling' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Fans of The Thursday Murder Club and other cosy mysteries with great characterisation will love this book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This was ABSOLUTELY my cup of tea' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I need a Vera (and her cooking) in my life! This book is potentially my favourite read of the year' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Vera Wong series

Nobody spills the tea like this amateur sleuth. Join Vera Wong, a charming tea-shop owner and self-proclaimed detective, as she uncovers a murder mystery in her cozy shop. Perfect for fans of humor and heartwarming crime tales.

Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers

’Cleverly crafted, twisty, gripping and suspenseful’ B. A. ParisOnly the killer holds the key. . . A Sunday Times Book of the Summer IT WAS THE CRIME THAT SHOCKED A NATION. The Flowers were the perfect family. Until the day fifteen-year-old Joseph shot dead his parents and baby brother whilst his younger sister Eve hid. The family home became known as ‘The Red House’, the place where the walls were covered in blood. THEY THOUGHT THEY HAD THE KILLER. No one knows why Joseph murdered his family: the following day he crashed his car and has been in a coma for two decades. Eve’s always known he did it; she saw the crime, after all. WHAT IF THEY WERE WRONG? Now an adult, Eve is forced to re-examine her memories when disturbing new evidence about the case comes to light. Rumour has it that Joseph created a hidden level in his game that night, which might hold the key. But if Joseph didn’t do it, then the killer’s still out there – and they’re coming back for the girl who escaped. . . ’A masterclass in pace and intrigue. Tense, immersive, clever, surprising and unique’ Andrea Mara, author of No One Saw a Thing ‘I wanted to immediately start reading again to check the very clever clues… A clever and engaging mystery with a resolution that will completely blow you away’ Susi Holliday, author of The Hike ’You won’t know where you’re going until the last page. A genuinely delicious mystery’ Christina Dalcher, author of Vox *** Readers are LOVING The Red House:‘Definitely a contender for any year’s book of the year’ ‘An emotional rollercoaster of a ride. . .I could not put it down’ ‘Wow. Just wow’ ‘Carefully crafted plot and well-drawn characters made this an intelligent thriller that had me hooked’ ‘A brilliant thriller from the first page until the last’

A brilliant thriller from the first page until the last, this gripping psychological mystery unravels a shocking crime. As new evidence surfaces, the survivor must confront dark truths and a killer who may still lurk in the shadows.

The Red House

The new Hercule Poirot mystery by Sophie Hannah, follow-up to the bestselling Hercule Poirot’s Silent Night.New Year's Eve, 1932. Hercule Poirot and his good friend Inspector Edward Catchpool arrive on the Greek island of Lamperos for a little holiday…or is it? Catchpool suspects Poirot has a different reason for being there — one he won't reveal. As the clock ticks towards the New Year and a festive guessing game takes a sinister turn, can Poirot stop a murderer who is determined to strike before midnight?

A New Hercule Poirot Mystery

The Last Death of the Year

The hilarious new novel from the bestselling author of How to Kill Men and Get Away With It and The Murder After the Night Before'I was rooting for Kitty even as she killed more men (oops!). Funny and twisty in the best of ways' Tasha Coryell *********************************************** My name is Kitty Collins and I’m a serial killer. I don’t want to kill. It’s just so hard to resist. Some men really, really deserve it. Men like Blaze Bundy, an anonymous influencer spreading misogyny online. He’s making it very hard for me to control my murderous urges. Meanwhile I’m in the South of France to watch my mother marry a man I’ve never met. I should be drinking cocktails and focusing on my tan, not plotting a murder. But a woman’s work is never done. Surely one more teensy little kill wouldn’t hurt, would it? ********************************************* 'Brent is brilliant at cutting right to the (literal) heart of misogyny, using her trademark acerbic humour' Amy Beashel 'Darkly hilarious… Come for the sharp-tongue prose and pitch-black comedy, stay for the careful dismantling of toxic masculinity' Laurie Elizabeth Flynn Fans of How to Kill Your Family and Bad Sisters will love this deliciously dark, hilariously twisted new novel. Readers are obsessed with Kitty Collins:'In a world of toxic masculinity and misogyny, we all need a Kitty Collins' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A riot from start to finish… I'm hopeful that we haven’t heard the last of our favourite serial killer' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Full of dark humour, wit and misogynistic men getting their comeuppance, this is a book that I highly recommend ’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Being a man I really shouldn't like this book. Well I didn't like it. I loved it! Oh I just couldn't stop reading this.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘How to Kill Men was an absolute treat to read, sending out American Psycho and Promising Young Woman vibes.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘AMAZING!!! Where has Kitty been all my life?’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Meet a charming serial killer grappling with her urges while soaking up the sun in the South of France. With dark humor and a sharp critique of toxic masculinity, this twisted thriller will have you laughing and questioning everything.

I Bet You’d Look Good in a Coffin

'The Cuckoo's Calling reminds me why I fell in love with crime fiction in the first place' VAL MCDERMID ----- Now a major BBC drama: The Strike series When a troubled model falls to her death from a snow-covered Mayfair balcony, it is assumed that she has committed suicide. However, her brother has his doubts, and calls in private investigator Cormoran Strike to look into the case. Strike is a war veteran - wounded both physically and psychologically - and his life is in disarray. The case gives him a financial lifeline, but it comes at a personal cost: the more he delves into the young model's complex world, the darker things get - and the closer he gets to terrible danger . . . A gripping, elegant mystery steeped in the atmosphere of London - from the hushed streets of Mayfair to the backstreet pubs of the East End to the bustle of Soho - The Cuckoo's Calling is a remarkable book. Introducing Cormoran Strike, this is the acclaimed first crime novel by J.K. Rowling, writing under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith. *** The latest book in the thrilling Strike series, TROUBLED BLOOD is out now! *** ----- PRAISE FOR THE STRIKE SERIES: 'One of the most unique and compelling detectives I've come across in years' MARK BILLINGHAM 'The work of a master storyteller' DAILY TELEGRAPH 'Unputdownable. . . Irresistible' SUNDAY TIMES 'Will keep you up all night' OBSERVER 'A thoroughly enjoyable classic' PETER JAMES, SUNDAY EXPRESS

Strike

A gripping mystery unfolds as a troubled model's death raises questions of foul play. Enter private investigator Cormoran Strike, navigating London's dark underbelly. Discover this acclaimed debut from a master storyteller.

The Cuckoo's Calling

'One of my favourite thriller writers.' Harlan Coben'I'm a huge Feeney fan.' Chris Whitaker 'A phenomenal storyteller.' Clare Leslie Hall 'One of the best psychological thriller writers.' The Sun 'Feeney is psycho thriller royalty.' Daily Mail*** My name is Amber Reynolds. There are three things you should know about me. I’m in a comaMy husband doesn’t love me any moreSometimes I lieUnnerving, twisted and utterly compelling, you won’t be able to put this thriller down. *** Praise for Sometimes I Lie:‘A gripping debut with a brilliant twist, I loved it’ B A Paris ‘A bold and original voice – I loved this book’ Clare Mackintosh ‘A tightly written thriller with an ending that demands you go straight back to the beginning’ Metro ‘Satisfyingly serpentine, and with a terrific double twist in the tale, it leaves you longing for more’ Daily Mail ‘Intriguing, original and addictive, I can’t wait to see what the author does after this blinding debut’ The Sun

A gripping psychological thriller that will leave you breathless. In a coma, Amber Reynolds reveals unsettling truths about her life and love. Dive into this twisted tale of deception and desire—once you start, you won’t stop.

Sometimes I Lie

Don’t miss the brand-new gripping thriller and courtroom drama full of twists and turns that will keep you up at night!‘An impeccable blend of courtroom drama, mystery thriller and social commentary … a true masterpiece’ Andrea Mara 'Timely … Suspenseful and unpredictable' iPaper 'A brilliantly thought-provoking read' Crime Monthly 'The kind of crime fiction that eventually becomes social history' Literary Review * * * * Lily and Safa were best friends growing up. Now, Lily is the nation’s favourite breakfast TV presenter and Safa, once a renowned journalist, is reeling from a recent fall from grace. When news breaks about suspicious bruises on Lily’s body, Safa attempts to rekindle their old friendship. But Lily claims the bruises are nothing to worry about. And then one night the police are called to Lily’s home. Lily is strangely calm – and a body lies dead at her feet. Lily pleads not guilty, and then says nothing more. Driven by her desire to give a voice to all victims, Safa begins her own investigation into what happened that night. But Safa is not prepared for what her quest for justice will uncover … * * * * Praise for Kia Abdullah ‘One of my ten best reads of the year. Easy five stars’ Lisa Jewell ‘Terrific and hugely thought-provoking’ Ian Rankin ‘Rich in drama and intrigue. Kept me turning the pages long into the night. Bloody superb’ Graham Bartlett, author of Bad For Good 'Abdullah draws out the truth with compassion, charting with notable understanding the ever-changing currents in human relations’ The Times ‘Timely and powerful, Abdullah’s fourth novel lets no one off the hook’ Guardian ‘Gripping’ Woman’s Weekly

A gripping thriller unfolds as a beloved TV presenter faces murder charges, while her journalist friend uncovers dark secrets. This courtroom drama is rich with suspense and social commentary—an unforgettable read.

What Happens in the Dark

In Cornwall, a man suffers a violent death – and the killer may lurk within the community . . . Featuring Detectives Thomas Lynley and Barbara Havers, A Slowly Dying Cause is an atmospheric, gripping crime thriller from bestselling author Elizabeth George. Amid the beauty of Cornwall’s coastline, the death of a local man shatters the peace with its violence. The body of Michael Lobb is discovered in his family’s tin and pewter workshop, and Detective Inspector Beatrice Hannaford is brought in to investigate. Suspicion quickly develops when it emerges that a mining company had been trying to buy the man’s land, and Lobb was the only remaining obstacle to the deal going through. But every step of Bea’s investigation provokes more questions than answers, and the complexity of the case develops further as Lobb’s family life, rife with mistrust and deception, comes to light. With cryptic alibis and shifting motives, the tangled web of intrigue soon draws in her colleagues Thomas Lynley and Barbara Havers, who must search for a killer in a community that has very little trust in outsiders . . . **** ‘She writes extremely well, plots brilliantly and reaches an emotional level deeper than most’ – The Times ‘She's a designer of fastidious mosaics that never fail to intrigue’ – The Guardian ‘Elizabeth George delivers another intelligent, intricate mystery’ – The New York Times ‘Presses all the buttons to make us hoover her stuff up’ – The Daily Telegraph ‘It feels like meeting old friends and that you're almost solving the crime together’ – The Belfast Telegraph ‘Rich with descriptive detail and emotional nuance. Several alternating plot threads unspool at length, all of which weave tightly together with pleasing inevitability’ – The Wall Street Journal

Inspector Lynley

A Slowly Dying Cause

‘If a slightly tipsy Agatha Christie had written the Midsomer Murders Christmas special, then that’s Jo Middleton’s Not Another Bloody Christmas. Smart and wickedly funny, it had me cackling into my eggnog!’ IAN MOORE ‘Only Jo Middleton could turn murder into an essential Festive Family Tradition! My favourite Christmas book of the year!’ GILL SIMS Anna’s taking the family away for Christmas. Unlike last year, there will be no risk of her burning the turkey, far less nagging from her mother-in-law and – crucially – a zero per cent chance of finding a dead body in her larder. All she wants is to relax with a glass of wine in front of the fire. But when another group of guests show up just before a snowstorm, her plans begin to go awry. And the appearance of a dead body threatens to bugger up Christmas once again… Can Anna get merry and root out the murderer? Or will this be another bloody Christmas nightmare? A hilarious whodunnit that will keep you guessing this Christmas, perfect for fans of Gill Sims, Ian Moore and Richard Osman. AUTHORS LOVE JO MIDDLETON! ‘An outrageously funny, festive romp which is as utterly wonderful as it is (Christmas) crackers!’ MIKE GAYLE ‘Both extremely funny and insightful. I loved every page!’ KATIE FFORDE ‘A truly wonderful Christmas confection from one of the funniest writers around. When it comes to festive bloodshed, nobody does it better than Jo Middleton.’ TOM MEAD ‘Bolt the bathroom door and break out the Baileys. Jo Middleton’s new book could make even the Grinch look forward to another bloody Christmas.’ CHRISSIE MANBY ‘A compulsive Christmas cake binge of a read – terrific! So piercingly funny, I wasn’t sure whether to laugh or wince. A murder mystery brew that beats eggnog hands down!’ J. M. HALL ‘Hilarious, mysterious and delicious. Anna is possibly the most relatable detective I’ve read in years, and I reckon if she can solve a mystery with only her chaotic family and a pair of Marigolds at hand, there’s hope for us all!’ ANTONY JOHNSTON ‘Wonderfully funny with that extra bite that makes Jo Middleton one of the very best crime writers we have!’ JONATHAN WHITELAW ‘A compulsive Christmas cake binge of a read – terrific! So piercingly funny, I wasn’t sure whether to laugh or wince. A murder mystery brew that beats eggnog hands down!’ J. M. HALL READERS LOVE NOT ANOTHER BLOODY CHRISTMAS! ‘Fast paced and very amusing and with a credible cast that will keep the reader thoroughly entertained’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This hilarious Christmas murder mystery will keep you laughing from start to finish’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘You will want to read it in one sitting’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An absolutely brilliant, hilarious read that is a must for the festive period’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A superb sense of humour mixed with intrigue & mystery!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Highly recommend it’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Happy Bloody Christmas

A hilarious Christmas murder mystery awaits! Join Anna as she navigates festive chaos, unexpected guests, and a shocking body discovery. Perfectly crafted with wit and humor, this cozy crime gem will keep you guessing and laughing.

Not Another Bloody Christmas

'A whip-smart whodunnit, this will keep you guessing' Red 'A fast-paced thriller with clever twists' Bella ***KATY BRENT IS BACK! I BET YOU'D LOOK GOOD IN A COFFIN IS OUT NOW***Something bad happened last night. My best friend Posey is dead. The police think it was a tragic accident. I know she was murdered. I’ve woken up with the hangover from hell, a stranger in my bed, and I’ve gone viral for the worst reasons. There’s only one thing stopping me from dying of shame. I need to find a killer. But after last night, I can’t remember a thing… From the author of How to Kill Men and Get Away With It, don’t miss this wickedly witty and utterly addictive novel, perfect for fans of Bella Mackie, Dawn O’Porter and Killing Eve. Praise for The Murder After the Night Before:‘What a ride! Unflinchingly realistic and raw but somehow also brilliantly funny at times, Brent's novel is a must-read’ Jesse Sutanto, author of Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers ‘The horrors of going viral on social media twinned with a twisty murder mystery – contemporary fiction at its best, I loved it!' Jackie Kabler, author of The Perfect Couple ‘Brent delivers a compelling and incredibly important novel’ My Weekly ‘A fast-paced and satisfying read’ Charlotte Bigland, author of It’s Not Me It’s You ‘The Hangover meets Fleabag in this ribald, twisted mystery’ PJ Ellis, author of Love & Other Scams ‘A fast-paced thriller. With clever twists, it’s totally gripping' CloserMagazine ‘Once again, Katy Brent has shown her immense talent at writing dark humour with a thought-provoking core’ Sarah Clarke, author of A Mother Never Lies ‘A flawlessly plotted murder mystery. Devilishly brilliant. I loved it!’ Sarah Bonner, author of Her Perfect Twin

A wickedly witty murder mystery unfolds as a hungover protagonist discovers her best friend is dead. With a viral scandal brewing, she must untangle the truth before her shame consumes her. Perfect for fans of dark humor and thrilling twists.

The Murder After the Night Before

A Richard & Judy Book Club Pick New York Times Bestseller A Goodreads Choice Award Finalist Bright Young Women is an unflinching thriller based on Ted Bundy's heinous crimes, as two women search for justice in the wake of his brutal murders. From Jessica Knoll, author of the New York Times bestseller and #1 Netflix movie Luckiest Girl Alive. 'A compelling, almost hypnotic read' - Lisa Jewell, bestselling author of None of This is True Tallahassee, 1978. Sorority president Pamela Schumacher wakes to a shocking scene of implausible violence and death, and is drawn into a mystifying crime that grips the nation for decades . . . In Seattle, Tina Cannon connects her best friend's disappearance to the Tallahassee tragedy, and is convinced that a single man is responsible. Determined to find justice, the two join forces as their search for answers leads to a final, shocking confrontation . . . 'Knoll deconstructs the myth of a criminal mastermind, revealing the women he seeks to destroy as the truly brilliant ones' – Flynn Berry, author of Northern Spy 'A sharp examination of our culture's obsession with serial killers and true crime' – Harper's Bazaar, Best Books of the Year 'Knoll sets about dismantling every last Bundy myth with a controlled but palpable rage' – Catherine Ryan Howard, author of Run Time

A gripping psychological thriller that dismantles the myths of a notorious serial killer. As two women unite in their quest for justice, they uncover a haunting truth that reveals their resilience. A must-read for crime fiction fans.

Bright Young Women

‘A twisty tale of family complexities and high-risk secrets from an author who rarely disappoints’ Daily Mail, Ones to Watch'The answer is everyone! So many secrets and lies and twists and revelations that I was not expecting and was completely blown away. This book was impossible to put down …' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wow!!! Just wow! This is the best book from Louise Jensen yet!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ * * * * The Abbotts’ new lodger Luke hasn’t told them much about himself, but they can’t expect to know everything about a stranger who’s just moved in. But Luke keeps asking about their family photos and looking through their things. Why does he want to know everything about them? And why does daughter Jen think someone is watching her? Then, suddenly, Mum Mel texts the family to say she needs a break. But Mel has never gone away alone before. And now it’s been days, and no one has heard from her. The Abbotts’ house is full of secrets. They say people never tell the whole truth. They’re right. * * * * Praise for Louise Jensen: ‘Louise Jensen is the master of suspense … Taut, atmospheric and utterly compulsive, it takes one family’s struggle to survive in desperate times and spins it into a gripping whodunit' Kia Abdullah ‘The term page-turner was made for books like this. Intricate plotting, incredible pace, and a wonderful weaving of past and present’ Andrea Mara ‘I absolutely whipped through it. I loved how the characters were relatable and sympathetic … Louise has produced another sure-fire hit that has it all.’ J. L. Blackhurst ‘A galloping pulse-pounder’ Heat ‘A compelling page-turner’ Bella ‘Emotionally gripping story’ Woman

Secrets unravel in a gripping tale of family and deception. As a mysterious lodger probes their past, tensions rise and trust erodes. Dive into this psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the last page.

The Liar

‘Had me laughing aloud within its first five pages. Charming, hilarious and heartfelt’ Emily Henry, New York Times bestselling author of Beach ReadLife is good for sixty-year-old teashop owner and amateur sleuth, Vera Wong. Her teashop is bustling, and her son, Tilly, finally has a girlfriend! Still, Vera can’t help but wish for some excitement and adventure. Sometimes all an old lady wants is a murder to solve… Then Vera comes across a distressed young woman in need of her kindly guidance. The woman is looking for her missing friend Xander. Online, he appeared to have it all: a parade of private jets, fabulous parties with socialites, and a burgeoning career as a social media influencer. When Xander turns up dead, it seems he isn’t who he claimed to be. The police have no leads, but Vera intends to uncover the truth in the only way that this Chinese mother knows how: by spilling the tea. Praise for Vera Wong ‘I thoroughly loved it. With a Vera in your life nothing bad can ever happen!’ J. M. Hall, bestselling author of A Spoonful of Murder ‘Fans of Crazy Rich Asians will love it’ My Weekly ‘I appreciate the recent uptick in books featuring sleuths of a seasoned age, particularly ones as prickly, opinionated and delightful as Vera Wong’ The New York Times Readers love VERA WONG… 'Vera Wong is my favourite fictional character in the world.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I'll be recommending this one to all my friends.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A mystery with heart and humour' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Vera Wong is honestly the best character I've read in crime fiction' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Fast paced and addictive' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A charming mystery with heart and humor awaits as Vera Wong, a witty teashop owner, dives into a thrilling investigation of a glamorous influencer's untimely death. Get ready for a delightful cozy crime adventure.

Vera Wong’s Guide to Snooping (on a Dead Man)

'The perfect book to take on holiday' ALEX MICHAELIDES 'A must-have for your summer reading list' GLAMOUR 'Agatha Christie meets The White Lotus' TOM HINDLE ________ For starters, everyone here is lying…In the shadow of an ancient wood, guests gather for the opening weekend of The Manor hotel – and a luxurious summer feast. But as the candles are lit, tensions spark. Old animosities reignite. This isn’t a celebration, but a deadly reunion. And time someone got their just deserts… Don't miss the scorching new thriller from the No.1 bestselling author of The Hunting Party and The Guest List. _________ EVERYONE WANTS A PLACE AT THE TABLE FOR THE THRILLER OF THE YEAR: 'Her best work so far' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Delicious and darkly glamorous’ Lisa Jewell 'A book that is asking to be binge read' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘This is crime writing at its finest’ Janice Hallett 'Dark, twisty, eerie' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'This is the type of party you will be scared to miss!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Lucy Foley is queen of the locked room mystery’ Guardian 'A spectacular read!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Laced with a gothic edge and with a sultry, slow burn plot' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Fiendish, sharp, wicked' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Midnight Feast was a Sunday Times bestseller for w/c 09/06/2025

Everyone here is lying. In a luxurious hotel, a deadly reunion unfolds as old grudges resurface. Dive into this gripping thriller from a No.1 bestselling author, where secrets simmer and danger lurks at every turn.

The Midnight Feast

Two Sisters. Caitlin and Olivia are excited to finally be old enough to stay home alone. But, when they fall asleep, someone turns the handle of the back door and nothing is ever the same again. A Missing Daughter. When their parents return, they find Olivia's bed empty. Their eldest daughter gone... until now. One Terrible Lie. Sixteen years later, Olivia is back, and everyone is desperate to believe the nightmare is over. But Caitlin doesn't trust the woman who claims to be her sister. Their memories of that night don't match, and they are both hiding secrets that could tear their family apart... What if they trust the wrong daughter?

What if they trust the wrong daughter? Sixteen years after a mysterious disappearance, a sister returns, but dark secrets linger. Dive into this chilling psychological thriller where trust is shattered and truth is elusive.

The Wrong Daughter

Fast-paced. Immersive. Written by THE SECRET BARRISTER and brought to life by a full-cast, starring Toby Jones OBE (The Hunger Games, Harry Potter), Ben Miles (The Crown, Wolf Hall), and AudioFile Golden Voice Simon Vance. THE FIRST LEGAL THRILLER FROM THE MILLION-COPY BESTSELLING SECRET BARRISTER WRITING AS S. J. FLEET 'An astute, empathetic, and satisfyingly twisty read' - Sarah Vaughan, author of Anatomy of a Scandal and Reputation 'A diamond class legal thriller . . . I loved every moment. Five stars' - Janice Hallett, author of The Twyford Code and The Examiner ______ It is one of the biggest trials of the year. Three seventeen-year-old boys are accused of the brutal murder of an elderly teacher on New Year's Eve. Each boy denies it. Each points the finger at the other two. But they can’t all be innocent. The three defence barristers have only one job: to persuade the jury that their client is not guilty. But they’re up against a prosecutor who needs to win the case, no matter the cost. Because when the game is murder, the competition is deadly. Cast: “The Narrator” - Toby Jones OBE Baxter Wyatt KC - Ben Miles HHJ Jeremy Letts - Simon Vance Craig Mervyn-Scott - Wesley Ruthven Arron Freeman - Kenton Thomas Jamal Lowton - Tyreke Leslie Aliyah Arshad - Maya Sondhi Jennifer Rennie - Nathalie Buscombe Bob Evans KC - Rupert Farley Rita Hooper - Annie Aldington Jared Grimes - Eddie Toll Launching a brilliant new voice in crime fiction, a criminal barrister with an incomparable insider’s knowledge, The Cut Throat Trial is the most gripping thriller of the year.

Experience the most gripping thriller of the year. In a high-stakes trial, three boys accuse each other of murder, while defense barristers fight against a relentless prosecutor. A must-read for crime fiction enthusiasts.

The Cut Throat Trial

Read by Daniel Weyman (The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power) and featuring an author's note read by Peter James 'What a fool I've been not to have read Peter James until The Hawk Is Dead! A great story' – James Patterson, bestselling author of the Alex Cross series Roy Grace never dreamed a murder investigation would take him deep into Buckingham Palace . . . Her Majesty, Queen Camilla, is aboard the Royal Train heading to a charity event in Sussex when disaster strikes – the train is derailed. A tragic accident or a planned attack? When, minutes later, a trusted aide is shot dead by a sniper, the police have their answer. Despite all the evidence, Roy Grace is not convinced The Queen was the intended target. But he finds himself alone in his suspicions. Fighting against the scepticism of his colleagues and the Palace itself, Grace pursues his own investigation. But when there is a second murder, the stakes rise even higher, and Grace is at risk of being embroiled in a very public catastrophe – and in mortal danger. Failure at this level is not an option. But time is running out before a killer in the Palace will strike again . . . Roy Grace is back with his most difficult case yet in the gripping new instalment from number one bestselling author Peter James. You can listen to Peter James discussing the Roy Grace series with Her Majesty Queen Camilla on The Queen's Reading Room podcast. ***** 23 million books sold. Now a major ITV/BritBox show starring John Simm as Roy Grace. Creator of Her Majesty Queen Camilla’s favourite fictional detective. ‘A great story’ – James Patterson, bestselling author of the Alex Cross series 'Fast-paced and gripping, I couldn’t put it down!' – Alexandra Potter, bestselling author of the Confessions of a Forty-Something series 'Classic Peter James' – Rachel Abbott, bestselling author of the DCI Tom Douglas series 'A right royal page-turner' – Angela Rippon, award-winning broadcaster 'Peter James is one of the best British crime writers and therefore one of the best in the world' – Lee Child, bestselling author of the Jack Reacher series 'Peter James is one of the best crime writers in the business' – Karin Slaughter, bestselling author of the Will Trent series 'One of the world’s most popular detective series' – The Guardian

Roy Grace

A right royal page-turner awaits! Join detective Roy Grace as he untangles a murder mystery that reaches the highest echelons of power. With suspense at every turn, this gripping thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Hawk Is Dead

From John Marrs, the bestselling author of The One. Set in the same world, and narrated by a full cast, The Marriage Act is a dark, high-concept thriller. ‘One of the most exciting original thriller writers’ - Simon Kernick, author of Good Cop Bad Cop What if marriage was the law? Dare you disobey? Britain. The near-future. A right-wing government believes it has the answer to society’s ills – the Sanctity of Marriage Act, which actively encourages marriage as the norm, punishing those who choose to remain single. But four couples are about to discover just how impossible relationships can be when the government is monitoring every aspect of our personal lives, tracking every word, every minor disagreement . . . and will use every tool in its arsenal to ensure everyone will love, honour and obey. Black Mirror meets thriller with a dash of Naomi Alderman’s The Power. Praise for John Marrs: 'A page-turning and thought-provoking read' - Daily Mirror 'A socially aware novel packed with thought-provoking questions' - SFX Magazine 'Clever, compelling and terrifyingly plausible. A near future nightmare that grips from the first page and never let’s go . . . talk about a page-turner. This one will leave you with paper cuts! – C. J. Tudor, bestselling author of The Chalk Man 'A smart, gripping and scarily believable story from the master of the speculative thriller'— T.M. Logan, author of The Catch 'John’s creative, high-concept thrillers never fail to keep me furiously turning the pages and The Marriage Act is no exception . . . dark, immersive speculative fiction at its very best!' – Sarah Pearse, author of The Retreat 'A scarily plausible alternative future with a truly twisted narrative. Tensely plotted and terrifyingly imagined! - Harriet Tyce, author of Blood Orange

What if marriage was the law? In a chilling near-future Britain, a right-wing government enforces love, tracking every couple's discord. Dive into this dark, high-concept thriller that will keep you questioning the bonds we hold dear.

The Marriage Act

'A ghost story and a police procedural all rolled into one with bags of tension… I couldn't read it in the dark!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A stunning Halloween read' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I finished it in the early hours as I needed to find out what happened!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ * * * * After years on the police force, Annie Graham never expected that it would be her personal life leaving her physically and emotionally scarred. While on a break from work, trying to put the pieces of her life back together, the role of caretaker to a beautiful, crumbling mansion in the woods seems like a good escape. But something about the house puts her on edge, and her suspicions are confirmed when she finds the diary of former resident Alice. The house holds a dark connection to a series of terrible murders committed over one hundred years ago. And when a search for a missing girl turns into a hunt for a serial killer, Annie fears that history may be repeating itself. But as the past collides with the present, has Annie’s unofficial investigation put her in the killer’s sights? The first book in the Annie Graham series will have you hooked! * * * * Readers love the Annie Graham series!'This is a fantastic story… An excellent combo of "who-dunnit", tragic timelines and haunted houses' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book had me reading into the early hours of the morning, I just loved it… I was there with Annie and felt the hairs stand up on a few occasions. Great start to a new series' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book is raved about by all who read it and rightly so… It is a startling good read which grips you from the first few pages… I COULD NOT put this book down!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'There were times I totally lost myself in the plot… I even found myself sat up at 4am racing through the last couple of chapters as I wanted to know what happened. I loved it' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Annie Graham crime series

Prepare for a chilling blend of ghostly intrigue and police procedural thrills. As Annie uncovers dark secrets in a haunted mansion, past and present collide, leading her on a gripping hunt for a serial killer. Dare to read after dark!

The Ghost House

From the devious mind of New York Times bestselling author Joël Dicker —master of the plot twist—comes this gripping domestic thriller that transforms into an ambitious heist mystery involving a famed Geneva jewelry boutique. On July 2, 2022, two criminals set out to rob a jewelry shop in Geneva. But even with a foolproof plan, their “perfect” heist will prove far from uneventful. . . . Twenty days earlier, on a luxurious estate along the shores of Lake Geneva, Sophie Braun prepares to celebrate her fortieth birthday. Her life seems perfect: she has a fairytale marriage, two perfect children, and lives in a stylish modern mansion surrounded by lush forest. But her idyllic world is about to crumble. Her husband is becoming embroiled in petty schemes. Her neighbor, a policeman with a spotless reputation, is obsessed with her and spies on the most intimate moments of her life. Then, on her birthday, she receives a gift from a mysterious prowler that endangers her life. It will take many journeys into the past, far from Geneva, to unravel the origins of this diabolical plot from which no one will emerge unscathed, including readers. Told at a breathtaking pace, filled with nerve-jangling suspense, Wild Animal demonstrates once again why Joël Dicker—since the publication of The Truth About the Harry Quebert Case—reigns supreme as one of the most beloved contemporary mystery writers in the world today. Translated from the French by Robert Bononno

Wild Animal

*WINNER OF THE 2025 PETRONA AWARD* *SHORTLISTED FOR THE CWA CRIME FICTION IN TRANSLATION DAGGER AWARD 2025* 'Satu Rämö's Hildur series is a wildly successful publishing phenomenon that has put the genre of "Nordic blue" on Europe's literary map' The Guardian 'Atmospheric and startlingly original' Sunday Times Hildur Rúnarsdottir is the only police detective working on the isolated west coast of Iceland. She is desperate to forget her traumatic past by burying herself in her cases alongside her new trainee, Jakob Johanson. But Jakob's life has its own complications, and it soon becomes clear that neither can run from their pasts for long. When a local man is found with his throat slit, underneath an avalanche that has buried much of the evidence, Hildur and Jakob must set their own problems aside and unravel the dark secrets to expose a killer . . . Translated by Kristian London Praise for Satu Rämö: 'Hildur Rúnarsdóttir, a police detective who surfs the icy waters of Iceland, barrels into the genre like a tsunami. This book must be read in one sitting' Max Seeck, NYT and Der Spiegel bestselling author 'Rämö plans to continue Hildur's story, and if she does it as well as in this, her debut novel, she may become a significant new name in Nordic crime fiction' Helsingin Sanomat

Hildur

Dive into the chilling world of Nordic crime fiction where a lone detective grapples with her past amid a haunting murder investigation. Atmospheric and original, this thrilling debut will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Clues in the Fjord

Beautifully read by Hanako Footman, actress and narrator of Four Seasons in Japan by Nick Bradley and Butter by Asako Yuzuki. The Menu of Happiness, translated from Japanese by Jesse Kirkwood, is the third book in the bestselling, delightful Japanese sleuthing series for fans of Before the Coffee Gets Cold. Welcome to the Kamogawa Diner, where every meal is a mystery ready to be solved. This unique establishment is run by a father–daughter duo who offer more than just mouth-watering meals. They act as ‘food detectives’, delving into the past to produce nostalgia-infused dishes for their hungry clientele. Among the patrons is a once-renowned pianist whose promising career was marred by a self-inflicted injury. She longs to taste the yakisoba shared with the only man she ever truly loved. The diner also welcomes a man haunted by shadows of regret. His mind races back to the gyoza served by the parents of a lover he once jilted, as he seeks understanding and, perhaps, forgiveness. The Kamogawa Diner doesn’t just serve food – it revives the essence of forgotten recipes and rejuvenates cherished memories. Each dish is a portal to the past, serving not just sustenance but solace and reconnection through the miracle of delicious food. The Menu of Happiness follows on from The Kamogawa Food Detectives and The Restaurant of Lost Recipes. ‘Feel-good and foodie themes collide in this follow-up to The Kamogawa Food Detectives’ - The Times The Menu of Happiness was a Japanese bestseller when it published w/c 04/01/2016

The Kamogawa Food Detectives

Feel-good and foodie themes collide in this bestselling Japanese cozy crime novel. Enter the Kamogawa Diner, where each dish unearths mysteries and revives cherished memories. Experience the magic of nostalgia-infused cuisine.

The Menu of Happiness

Miss Marple meets Oscar Wilde in this series of cosy mysteries set in the picturesque Cotswolds village of Bunburry. A wealthy developer has turned up in the picturesque Cotswolds village of Bunburry with the aim of building a luxury golf course. It will mean buying up nearby farmland, and the locals are bitterly divided over the scheme. Then one of the leading opponents is found dead in a murder staged to look like an accident. The Bunburry police are on the case, but so is self-made millionaire and amateur sleuth Alfie McAlister, backed by his elderly friends Liz and Marge, fellow members of the Bunburry Triangle. As they all uncover other longstanding mysteries and secrets, police officer Emma Hollis enlists Alfie's help. But Alfie decides to delve further than he was asked. Has his meddling jeopardised the discovery of who the murderer is? Nathaniel Parker, born in 1962, graduated from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art and went on to join the Royal Shakespeare Company. His television career began in 1988 when he played Flying Officer 'Flash' Gordon in the LWT mini-series "Piece of Cake". He is also the lead in the BBC series "The Inspector Lynley Mysteries", based on the novels by Elizabeth George. Nathaniel Parker has an extensive list of audio books to his credit, ranging from the classics of Charles Dickens and Thomas Hardy to more modern writings and children's books.

Bunburry

Bitter Harvest - Bunburry - A Cosy Mystery Series, Episode 19 (Unabridged)

‘Must read!’Closer ‘I love, love, LOVE Perfect Remains!’ Reader review ‘A superb debut!’ Reader review On a remote Highland mountain, the body of Elaine Buxton is burning. All that will be left to identify the respected lawyer are her teeth and a fragment of clothing. In the concealed back room of a house in Edinburgh, the real Elaine Buxton screams into the darkness… Detective Inspector Luc Callanach has barely set foot in his new office when Elaine’s missing persons case is escalated to a murder investigation. Having left behind a promising career at Interpol, he’s eager to prove himself to his new team. But Edinburgh, he discovers, is a long way from Lyon, and Elaine’s killer has covered his tracks with meticulous care. It’s not long before another successful woman is abducted from her doorstep, and Callanach finds himself in a race against the clock. Or so he believes … The real fate of the women will prove more twisted than he could have ever imagined. Fans of Angela Marson, Mark Billingham and M. J. Aldridge will be gripped by this chilling journey into the mind of a troubled killer.

DI Callanach

A chilling journey into the mind of a troubled killer awaits you. In a race against time, Detective Inspector Luc Callanach unravels a web of deception in Edinburgh's dark underbelly. A gripping crime thriller you can't miss.

Perfect Remains

A brilliant new whodunnit, perfect for fans of M.C. Beaton and Richard Osman!A night of tricks, treats, and murder… When an old school acquaintance calls on auctioneer Felicia Grant for help, she finds herself at a glittering bash at the exclusive yet mysterious Aquitaine club. What starts as an enchanting evening of feasting and spooky traditions soon turns deadly. With the clock ticking towards midnight, Felicia finds herself in a race against time to uncover a clever killer hiding among the shadows… Every book in The Stamford Mysteries series can be read as a standalone. Praise for Bidding for Murder:'A delightful treat … satisfyingly twisty. Pour yourself a glass of something autumnal and settle in—this one’s a page-turner with personality' ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A lovely cozy mystery murder … Beautifully written and wonderfully descriptive' ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A great read for a cosy stay-at-home afternoon. I loved every minute' ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cosy crime readers are loving E.C. Bateman:‘Ideal for fans of Richard Osman’s books… this murder mystery will keep you guessing as the bodies stack up! Full of red herrings, twists and turns, wonderful characters and fabulous houses.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Set in the historic town of Stamford, this murder set in the antiques trade is a brilliantly plotted mystery.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A thoroughly enjoyable cosy murder mystery… I’m looking forward to the next book already!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Mystery and intrigue… written by a talented and gifted author.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An absorbing murder mystery… Lots of interesting information about Antique auctions was a added bonus.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cover illustrated by local Stamford illustrator Katie Cardew. Discover more at www.katiecardew.com

The Stamford Mysteries

A night of tricks, treats, and murder unfolds at a mysterious auction house. Join auctioneer Felicia Grant in this captivating cosy crime mystery filled with clever twists and delightful characters. Perfect for fans of Richard Osman.

Bidding for Murder

In this “skillfully penned tale of murder and cover-up that will keep readers enthralled until the powerful finish” (Fresh Fiction), family secrets and a serial killer from the past converge in this electrifying thriller. In 1985, Edward Shank famously gunned down the Beacon Hill Butcher, ending the serial killer’s reign of terror over the city of Seattle. But now in his eighties, Edward’s action-packed glory days are long behind him. The decorated former Seattle police chief has given up his high-maintenance Victorian home to his grandson Matt for a quiet life at the nearby Sweetbay Village Retirement Residence, where mac-n-cheese Wednesdays have become the highlight of his week. Though it’s hard to watch his grandfather get older, Matt is thrilled to inherit the large house he grew up in. Already an accomplished chef with a popular restaurant and a TV show in the works, Matt’s dream life is finally within reach…until he discovers a crate buried in the backyard that holds a secret about his grandfather so terrible, it threatens to ruin all their lives if it ever gets out. Especially his girlfriend Sam’s, whose mother was killed when she was only two years old. As Matt struggles with his dark family secret, Sam’s obsession with solving her mother’s murder continues to grow. A true crime writer now working on a book about the Butcher, Sam has always suspected her mother was one of his victims, even though she was killed two years after the Butcher was supposedly gunned down. But when new victims begin to turn up, their murders eerily similar to the Butcher’s all those years ago, Sam realizes she might be right. The more she digs into the old murders, the more dangerous it gets…and the truth is closer to home than she ever could have imagined. “A tense, suspenseful, thoroughly creepy thriller” (Booklist), The Butcher sinks its teeth in you from the very first page.

A tense, suspenseful thriller that grips from the start. Secrets from the past collide with a serial killer’s legacy as a chef uncovers shocking truths that threaten everything he loves. Can he face the darkness before it’s too late?

The Butcher

'The work of a master storyteller' Daily Telegraph 'One of crime's most engaging duos' Guardian THE SUNDAY TIMES CRIME NOVEL OF THE YEAR 2023 ________ Private Detective Cormoran Strike is contacted by a worried father whose son, Will, has gone to join a religious cult in the depths of the Norfolk countryside. The Universal Humanitarian Church is, on the surface, a peaceable organisation that campaigns for a better world. Yet Strike discovers that beneath the surface there are deeply sinister undertones, and unexplained deaths. In order to try to rescue Will, Strike's business partner Robin Ellacott decides to infiltrate the cult and she travels to Norfolk to live incognito amongst them. But in doing so, she is unprepared for the dangers that await her there or for the toll it will take on her . . . Utterly page-turning, The Running Grave moves Strike and Robin's story forward in the epic, unforgettable seventh instalment of the series. ________ PRAISE FOR THE STRIKE NOVELS 'A blistering piece of crime writing' Sunday Times 'Unputdownable' Daily Express 'A page-turner that will keep you up all night' Observer 'Superb . . . an ingenious whodunnit' Sunday Mirror 'Strike and Robin are just as magnetic as ever' New York Times 'Outrageously entertaining' Financial Times

Dive into a gripping tale of crime and intrigue where a private detective uncovers dark secrets within a seemingly peaceful cult. This thrilling seventh installment will keep you on the edge of your seat. Unputdownable!

The Running Grave

A quiet English villageA shocking murderAn unlikely detectiveNobody liked Colonel Protheroe. So when he’s found dead in the vicarage study, there’s no absence of suspects in the seemingly peaceful village of St Mary Mead. In fact, Jane Marple can think of at least seven. As gossip abounds in the parlours and kitchens of the parish, everyone becomes an amateur detective. The police dismiss her as a prying busybody, but only the ingenious Miss Marple can uncover the truth . . . Never underestimate Miss Marple. ‘Agatha Christie is the gateway drug to crime fiction both for readers and for writers.’ Val McDermid ‘Always keeps her reader enthralled and guessing to the end.’ Times Literary Supplement

Marple

Never underestimate Miss Marple. In a seemingly tranquil English village, a murder shatters the peace, revealing a web of secrets. Join the clever amateur sleuth in this classic cozy mystery where everyone is a suspect.

The Murder at the Vicarage

One of the very best Christie mysteries read by Hercule Poirot himself, David Suchet. Just after midnight, a snowdrift stopped the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious train was surprisingly full for the time of the year. But by the morning there was one passenger fewer. An American lay dead in his compartment, stabbed a dozen times, his door locked from the inside. With tension mounting, detective Hercule Poirot comes up with not one, but two solutions to the crime.

Murder on the Orient Express

Pre-order DEATH AT DAFFODIL INN, book two in the Cinnamon Falls series, coming Spring 2026! * Welcome to Cinnamon Falls! The cosy murder mystery series with a romantic twist, perfect for fans of Gilmore Girls, Pretty Little Liars, the Dream Harbor series and cinnamon buns.* After a humiliating breakup in the big city, Nia is retreating to her sleepy hometown of Cinnamon Falls where she can sulk about her life being a mess in peace. When she arrives, the town is gearing up for their annual Fall Fest. People travel from far and wide to bob apples, carve pumpkins, and see the annual Cinnamon King and Queen be crowned. But just a few days before opening night, a shocking discovery is made. A body is uncovered in the local diner, alongside a note: Who will be next? Nia must team up with the eclectic residents of Cinnamon Falls to solve the case, including her tall, dark, and handsome high school ex-boyfriend, Jesse, who she never?quite?got over… Can they solve the case before the killer strikes again? Tropes: * Slow burn * Amateur sleuth * Small-town setting * Serial killer * Childhood sweethearts * Second chance romance What readers are saying… ‘A cozy sweet-smelling town full of quirky characters has their peace disrupted by a serial killer… Such a gripping story - a murder mystery worthy of Miss Marple!’ (5 star reader review) ‘Encompasses all I love in a book!’ (5 star reader review) ‘The sweet meets sinister is the perfect autumnal read - think crisp leaves, warm drinks, a whole heap of cinnamon, and a mystery that keeps you turning pages.’ (5 star reader review) ‘My last fall-themed small town book was a straight up romance, but what I really enjoyed in this one was the addition of a murder mystery.' (5 star reader review) ‘Oh. My. Goodness. YES! This book ticked all the right boxes for me … If you’re a lover of small town, second chance romance with a murder mystery and twists aplenty then this book is for you. It’s fun, it’s sad and it’s utterly addicting!’ (5 star reader review)

Cinnamon Falls

Dive into a cozy murder mystery where romance simmers beneath the surface. In the charming town of Cinnamon Falls, Nia must unravel a chilling crime with her high school sweetheart. Can love bloom amidst danger?

A Cinnamon Falls Mystery

Seven guests. Three courses. One evening they'll never forget… Seven strangers meet at Serendipity's for an anonymously hosted dinner party. As the evening reaches its close, small black envelopes are placed in front of the diners… revealing the age at which each will die. Spooked, but not wholly shaken, the group disperses into the rainy night with the hope of forgetting the ghoulish stunt. But two weeks later, one dinner guest dies at the age foretold. Was it a tragic accident? Or something more sinister? As the years go by, the other guests begin to die in line with the predictions given on that first night. And it's up to the remaining few to figure who, if anyone, was behind that dinner party before their numbers catch up with them too. Told from the perspectives of the guests, Seven Reasons to Murder Your Dinner Guests balances mystery and mortality, asking: how would you live your life if you know your number was up?

How would you live your life if you knew your number was up? At an eerie dinner party, seven strangers receive shocking predictions of their deaths. As the clock ticks down, they must uncover the truth before it's too late.

Seven Reasons to Murder Your Dinner Guests

FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER THE CALLER A freak accident in rural Wyoming leads the Sheriff's Department to arrest a man for a possible double homicide, but further investigations suggest a much more horrifying discovery - a serial killer who has been kidnapping, torturing and mutilating victims all over the United States for at least twenty-five years. The suspect claims he is a pawn in a huge labyrinth of lies and deception - and he will now only speak to Detective Robert Hunter. These interviews begin to reveal terrifying secrets that no one could've foreseen, including the real identity of a killer so elusive that no one, not even the FBI, had any idea he existed . . . until now. PRAISE FOR CHRIS CARTER 'A touch of Patricia Cornwell about Chris Carter's plotting' Mail on Sunday 'Gripping . . . not for the squeamish' Heat 'A page-turner' Express

Robert Hunter

A gripping thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Unravel chilling secrets as Detective Robert Hunter confronts a serial killer hidden in plain sight. Prepare for a dark journey through deception and horror.

An Evil Mind

IT'S THE MOST MURDEROUS TIME OF THE YEAR… Puzzle compiler and former Christmas sceptic Edie O’Sullivan returns in the newest seasonal mystery from bestselling author and ‘Queen of the Christmas Mystery’ Alexandra Benedict. When Edie O’Sullivan wins a two-day Christmas break in a hotel on a remote Scottish island, she’s looking forward to a picture-perfect Christmas full of winter walks, roaring fires, good books and even better whisky. But when a guest dies under mysterious circumstances, Edie realises that there is a killer amongst them. As more guests begin to die, it's up to her to solve the strange riddles found in the victims’ Christmas crackers and stop the killing spree. But as she gets closer to the truth, she puts herself in the way of a devious and clever murderer. Can Edie solve these Christmas killings before she becomes the next victim? PRAISE FOR ALEXANDRA BENEDICT'S CHRISTMAS MYSTERIES: ‘The perfect gift for quizzers and mystery addicts’ VAL McDERMID ‘Whatever you unwrap for Christmas, you had better hope it’s this book. This is 21st-century cosy Christmas crime that doesn’t shy away from the darkness’ JANICE HALLETT ‘A thrilling journey from start to finish. Highly recommended’ ELLY GRIFFITHS ‘It’s wonderful! A page-turning homage to the Golden Age, with a dash of Poirot and a dark, modern heart’ S J BENNETT

It’s the most murderous time of the year. Join puzzle compiler Edie O’Sullivan on a cozy, thrilling Christmas getaway turned deadly. Unwrap the mystery before she becomes the next victim in this captivating festive crime tale.

The Christmas Cracker Killer

Preorder the BRAND NEW psychological thriller from Richard and Judy bestselling author of The Twins, Saskia SarginsonIt was the summer that changed everything...With trembling hands, Meg knocks on the door of the large manor house. Behind her, the view down to the river is spectacular. She's here to be the nanny to two young children.It's not the job Meg is anxious about, though. It's the house itself that scares her, and the secrets lurking inside. Not only that, but will her new employer recognise her?The door opens. A beautiful, smiling woman greets her and ushers her inside.As she walks in, Meg realizes the house is exactly as she remembers. Her employer hasn't changed much, either, unlike Meg. The last time they met was fifteen years ago, when Meg was a child.Because this is where Meg lived the summer her mother went missing. The summer her life changed. The summer Meg believes she killed a man.Now she's back, in disguise as Margaret the nanny, and determined to find out what really happened. But some secrets are best left buried. Because someone knows exactly who Meg is, and they will do whatever it takes to keep her quiet...A completely gripping, powerfully-written, nailbitingly-twisty thriller, guaranteed to keep readers up all night, from bestselling Richard & Judy Bookclub author, Saskia Sarginson. Perfect for fans of Shari Lapena, Freida McFadden and Girl on the Train.Readers love Saskia Sarginson:'Utterly engrossing... I was compulsively turning the pages until late into the night... The ending was mind-blowing. A marvellous read and a haunting story that will stay with me.' Bestselling author, Rona Halsall'A beautifully crafted story with a sting in its tail. Did I see that coming? No, I did not.' Bestselling author, Diane Saxon'Brilliantly written. A clever engaging book that had me hooked from the first page.' Bestselling author, JA Baker'Haunting, clever and captivating, with a jaw-dropping ending which floored me...' Bestselling author, Natasha Boydell'This took over my entire life until I had finished it! Such an original premise and it's brought to life so vividly... The twists and turns had my head spinning and just when I thought I knew what was going on, I was completely blindsided again! Amazing. A perfect thriller!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Had my head in a complete spin... I loved everything about this book... A must read for psychological thriller fans.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I was completely blindsided by the twist in the end.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Brilliant!... Had me turning the pages at an alarming rate right up to the shocking end.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I was hooked... Packed with twists and turns that kept me guessing until the very end. The shocking conclusion left me reeling-I definitely didn't see it coming!... Thrilling and unforgettable!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A wild ride... It ended with a bang! I inhaled the last 50% of the book, it was so good.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A gripping psychological thriller awaits as Meg returns to the manor where her life changed forever. Secrets loom and danger lurks in this twisty tale that will keep you up all night. Prepare for an unforgettable ride.

One Dark Summer - BRAND NEW from Richard & Judy bookclub bestselling author Saskia Sarginson (Unabridged)

The Top 10 New York Times bestseller‘I was completely blown away by The Wife Upstairs. This is a compulsive, irresistible retelling of Jane Eyre with a modern, noir twist – and wow, does it work’ Samantha Downing, bestselling author of My Lovely WifeStylist’s best paperbacks of 2021Hello Magazine’s best new books released in 2021A girl looking for love… When Jane, a broke dog-walker newly arrived in town, meets Eddie Rochester, she can’t believe her luck. Eddie is handsome, rich and lives alone in a beautiful mansion since the tragic death of his beloved wife a year ago. A man who seems perfect… Eddie can give Jane everything she’s always wanted: stability, acceptance, and a picture-perfect life. A wife who just won’t stay buried… But what Jane doesn’t know is that Eddie is keeping a secret – a big secret. And when the truth comes out, the consequences are far more deadly than anyone could ever have imagined… A delicious twist on a Gothic classic, The Wife Upstairs is perfect for fans of Lucy Foley, Ruth Ware and Shari Lapena.‘Really fun update of Jane Eyre that’s also deeply satisfying’Stylist ‘A sharp, fresh twist on a classic in this darkly funny, suspenseful story of murder, ambition, and love. Creepy and fast-paced…kept me on the edge of my seat from the first page to the very last’ bestselling author Megan Miranda ‘The Wife Upstairs is everything I’d hoped—sharp, smart, tricky and fast-paced’ Kelly Harms, author of The Overdue Life of Amy Byler ‘Lightening paced, twisty, and great fun’ Jessica Knoll, bestselling author of Luckiest Girl Alive What readers are saying about The Wife Upstairs‘I couldn’t put this book down! Read it in a day!' ‘The Wife Upstairs has set the standard for this year's thrillers' ‘This was a definite page turner of a novel' ‘Will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final page' ‘A must read book full of OMG moments' ‘I felt for sure that I was going to bite my nails off while reading this' ‘Escapism at its finest. A five star read'

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