‘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

The Liar

EMILIA HART'S STUNNING NEW BOOK THE SIRENS IS OUT NOWTHE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLEROVER 700,000 COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDEAs seen on BBC’s BETWEEN THE COVERS'A bewitching debut. I can’t wait to see what Emilia Hart writes next'KATE MORTON ‘A much-heralded epic’ OBSERVER ‘Empowering’ GLAMOUR Three women, five centuries, one spellbinding story In the present day, Kate flees a traumatic relationship to the Cumbrian cottage she inherited from her great-aunt; but the cottage hides secrets of its own. In 1942, Violet rebels against her father’s ideas of a ‘proper young lady’ … until he takes matters into his own hands. In 1619, Altha is on trial for witchcraft, implicated in the gruesome death of a local man. Three women they tried to cage – but Weyward women belong to the wild. And they cannot be tamed… Weyward was a Times bestseller w/e 18-02-2023.

Weyward

'Pacey, twisty and with so many reveals I literally did have my jaw in the floor! I absolutely loved this book. If you’re a fan of a thriller, great drama, and a book with so many twists you’ll get whiplash then this is for you!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This has to be the best book I've read in a long time. Captivating story, unexpected twists are everywhere. Absolutely brilliant’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Louise Jensen does it again. A very unnerving, creepy thriller which I couldn't put down until the last page … Cass, James and Rose's stories will stay with me for a long time’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow, what a read! How Louise managed to plan this multi-layered, twisty plot is beyond me!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ * * * * They were told to leave. They should have listened.The perfect opportunity… A manor house available rent-free to house-sitters is an offer too good to miss for Cass and James, who have been saving for a deposit on their own home for so long. Although it had been abandoned for almost thirty years, after a home invasion left almost all the inhabitants dead, it is an amazing chance for them to build their future. But is it worth the price? Shortly after moving in things take a sinister turn. Objects disappear and turn up in odd places, the clock always stops at the same time, the house is strangely oppressive and sometimes it feels like Cass and James are not alone. Newington House may have bad energy, and a dark reputation. But surely there’s no reason for history to repeat itself, is there? * * * * Praise for Louise Jensen 'Full of twists, turns with fiendishly clever misdirection, this is a gripping, powerful and ambitious book’ Philippa East ‘A galloping pulse-pounder’Heat on Louise Jensen ‘You’ll be left open-mouthed’ Woman’s Weekly on Louise Jensen

The Intruders

'Omg the twist!!!' Reader review, 5 stars 'Wowsers... still has my head spinning!' Reader review, 5 stars 'This book was the wildest ride ever! Twisty! Unpredictable!' Reader review, 5 stars She loves him, but can she trust him? When I meet Henry by chance at a wedding, it is love at first sight. He's charming, handsome and successful - everything I've ever wanted. When he proposes, it seems like all my dreams are coming true. But Ivy, my best friend, isn't happy for me at all. She tells me I am making a huge mistake and accuses Henry of something unthinkable. I know it can't be true. But why would Ivy lie to me? Now someone is dead and I need to find the truth, whatever it costs me. Before I lose everyone I've ever loved... A totally gripping read with a killer twist you won't see coming. Fans of K.L Slater, Lisa Jewell and C.L Taylor will be hooked by Dandy Smith. Readers are gripped by The Perfect Match: 'I LOVE all of the twists and turns... Kept me on my toes and made it so hard to put it down for even a brief moment... A must read!' Reader review, 5 stars 'Clear your schedules before even looking at the first page as you will not be able to put this book down!!!!' Reader review, 5 stars 'A gripping and twisting relationship based psychological thriller that kept me up till the early hours... The ending is once again unexpected and unsettling leaving me wanting more!' Reader review, 5 stars 'Super gripping... hard for me to put it down!' Reader review, 5 stars 'I loved the twists. Such an awesome book' Reader review, 5 stars

The Perfect Match

A rollercoaster of a medieval romp and a sapphic love story, set in a world of dragons, witches and excellent snacks from NYT bestselling duo, Amie Kaufman and Megan Spooner. Perfect for fans of Gwen and Art are Not in Love, Twin Crowns and My Lady Jane.⚔️ 'More fun than cheesecake on a stick!’ – NYT BESTSELLING AUTHOR, JODI MEADOWS 'A sapphic delight, full of jousts, jaunts and courtly love. Lady’s Knight sparkles with wit and charm.’ NYT BESTSELLING AUTHOR, C.S. PACAT 'Kaufman and Spooner are auto-buy authors for me' NYT BESTSELLING AUTHOR, SUSAN DENNARD ‘A delightful tale full of swoony romance and the very best banter in the realm!' NYT BESTSELLING AUTHOR, BETH REVIS 'Clever, funny, thrilling, and romantic. Perfect for fans of A Knight’s Tale!’ NYT BESTSELLING AUTHOR, F.T. LUKENS ⚔️ A blacksmith’s daughter with a secret. A lady with a plan. We’re in for one unforgettable knight… Gwen has spent the past several years manning the blacksmith’s in place of her father, an open secret in the village in which she lives. A much more covert secret, however, is that she knows not only how to craft but also how to wield a sword, and an incognito stunt at the local jousting tournament manages to catch the eye of the wily Lady Isobelle. Isobelle has secret dreams too, but she’s been promised in marriage to the winner of the whole stupid tournament, which means an end to any freedom or choices for her. Desperate to avoid this fate, when she connects the newcomer knight to the female smithy she saw earlier that day, she begins to hatch a scheme… Petty knights. Backstabbing noblemen. A prison breakout. Cheesecake-on-a-stick. One particularly large and angry dragon. Will our ladies survive the night? And can our knight save the day? ⚔️

Lady's Knight

The audiobook is narrated by Elliot Fitzpatrick, Olivia Vinall and Helen Keeley and also features Olivia Dowd, Paul Panting, Joe Gaminara and Heather Long. 'Araminta is one of the most daring and intriguing writers working today. This is a resonant, razor-laced and dangerously glittering novel' Gillian Flynn 'An absolutely thrilling tale, full of breathless cliffside terror and fresh feminist theory masked in tight, propulsive mystery. I devoured this book' Lisa Taddeo ********* If most men say they’re one of the good guys, then why are so many women afraid to walk alone at night? Cole is the perfect husband: a romantic, supportive of his wife, Mel’s career, keen to be a hands-on dad, not a big drinker. A good guy. So when Mel leaves him, he's floored. She was lucky to be with a man like him. Craving solitude, he accepts a job on the coast and quickly settles into his new life where he meets reclusive artist Lennie. Lennie has made the same move for similar reasons. She is living in a crumbling cottage on the edge of a nearby cliff. It’s an undeniably scary location, but sometimes you have to face your fears to get past them. As their relationship develops, two young women go missing while on a walk protesting gendered violence, right by where Cole and Lennie live. Finding themselves at the heart of a police investigation and media frenzy, it soon becomes clear that they don’t know each other very well at all. This is what happens when women have had enough . . . ********* ‘A dark, dazzling shock to the system. One of the Good Guys is clever, composed, exciting and frightening’ Chris Whitaker 'Scorching, smart and soaked in feminist rage, this is a suspense that stays with you long after the last page' Ellery Lloyd 'It got me by the throat and wouldn’t let go. It’s creepy, thought-provoking, compelling and so very relevant' Julie Cohen 'A mind-bending tour de force. Araminta Hall has always been one of my favorite writers, but what she has done here is groundbreaking. This thriller is shocking, twisted, dark, and absolutely on-point' Samantha Downing 'A bold and on-point feminist thriller about gendered violence with Gone Girl twistiness and narrator unreliability' Victoria Selman 'A dark, original and thought-provoking read. This book will hook you from the first page and keep you thinking long after the last' Alice Feeney

One of the Good Guys

An incredible new thriller you won’t want to put down!A shocking murder… It’s a case unlike anything detective Mina Dabiri has seen before. A woman trapped inside a magician’s box, with swords pierced through. But this time, it’s not a magic trick. It’s murder. A case which twists and turns… Knowing she has a terrifying killer on her hands, Mina enlists the help of celebrity mentalist, Vincent Walder. Only he can give her an insight into the secret world of magic and illusions. A ticking clock to stop a serial killer… Mina and Vincent soon discover that the murder victim has the roman numeral III engraved on her leg. The killer is counting down. There are going to be three more murders. And time is running out to stop them.

Mina Dabiri and Vincent Walder

Trapped

‘The queen of high-tension grip lit delivers a twisted tale that won’t let you go’Sunday Times Crime Club ‘With great skill, Jensen slowly unveils the well-hidden aspects of all three characters and propels the book to a moving and convincing conclusion’Daily Mail ‘A fast paced, suspenseful thriller with unforeseen clever twists and turns to keep the reader captivated until the very last page’Candis ‘Twisting, turning, breathless ride to the end’Woman & Home ‘Must read’Bella * * * * * Sisterhood binds them. Trauma defines them. Will secrets tear them apart?Leah’s perfect marriage isn’t what it seems but the biggest lie of all is that she’s learned to live with what happened all those years ago.Marie drinks a bit too much to help her forget. And Carly has never forgiven herself for not keeping them safe. Twenty years ago The Sinclair Sisters were taken. But what came after their return was far worse. Can a family ever recover, especially when not everyone is telling the truth…? * * * * * Readers love The Stolen Sisters:‘A must read for psychological thriller fans’ ‘Such a great book! I didn’t see the ending coming’ ‘An emotional masterpiece’ ‘The most absorbing psychological thriller I have read in a long time’ ‘Devoured in one sitting, turning the last page at 2.30 am. Yes, this book is THAT good’

The Stolen Sisters

‘A galloping pulse-pounder’ Heat ‘You’ll be left open-mouthed by the turn of events’ Woman’s Weekly ‘A compelling page-turner’ Bella MEET THE WALSH FAMILY Lucy: Loving mother. Devoted wife. And falling to pieces. Aidan: Dedicated father. Faithful husband. And in too deep. Connor: Hardworking son. Loyal friend. But can never tell the truth. Everyone in this family is hiding something, but one secret will turn out to be the deadliest of all . . . Can this family ever recover when the truth finally comes out? Readers are GRIPPED by All For You‘This book keeps you on your toes! It is an excellent psychological thriller, with the tension building up throughout . . . A well-deserved 5 stars from me’ NetGalley reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Compelling and chilling. Louise is at the top of her game when it comes to writing a unputdownable psychological thriller’ NetGalley reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Louise Jensen has done it again . . . The writing had the sheer talent of wanting me keep reading one more chapter deep into the night’ NetGalley reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Full of suspense and edge-of-your-seat moments. If I could give more than 5 stars I would because this book is definitely one of my favourite reads’ NetGalley reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

All For You

'The book of 2025.' Mail on Sunday Working late? Midnight calls? Suspicious texts? One in five of us will have an affair in our lifetimes – but the reasons behind them might not be what you think. Psychotherapist Juliet Rosenfeld shares the secrets, lies and motivations behind real affairs, through the lens of five very different true stories. We meet the man who left his wife in the delivery suite to visit his young mistress and the psychologist who put attraction to a patient above career ethics. We hear from the surgeon who risked everything for someone he'd only ever spoken to online and the previously straight woman who cheated on her husband with a female colleague – and changed all of their lives. In Affairs, this deeply-concealed but exceptionally common aspect of human behaviour is brought out into the light and explored without judgement or shame. True personal stories, ground-breaking research and expert psychological analysis come together to change everything you have ever thought about infidelity. 'Hugely thoughtful and stimulating. . . Can't fail to leave us with new insights on our lives.' - Alain de Botton 'I found it brutal, heartbreaking and, in a strange way (after its tales had settled in me) inspiring.' - You Magazine

Affairs

‘This gripping psychological thriller slowly lures you in, then keeps you guessing about who’s good – and who really isn’t – all the way to the end’ Heat ‘Twisted and suspenseful, each layer of deception is peeled back for maximum dramatic impact’ Woman’s Weekly ‘A very good study of vulnerability, and how our best intentions can often lead us astray’The Guardian ‘A fast-paced, unputdownable read’ Candis ‘Enchanted by danger’ Woman ‘A clever, addictive thriller about family, loss and lies. Packed full of secrets and twists, it will keep you guessing until the final page’ Alice Feeney ‘Raced through it in a day! Creepy and compelling’ B A Paris * * * * * Could one mother’s mistake cost her daughter everything?ONCE YOU’RE IN, THEY’LL NEVER LET YOU LEAVE. At Oak Leaf Farm you will find a haven. Welcome to The Family. Laura is grieving after the sudden death of her husband. Struggling to cope emotionally and financially, Laura is grateful when a local community, Oak Leaf Organics, offer her and her 17-year-old daughter Tilly a home. But as Laura and Tilly settle into life with their new ‘family’, sinister things begin to happen. When one of the community dies in suspicious circumstances Laura wants to leave but Tilly, enthralled by the charismatic leader, Alex, refuses to go. Desperately searching for a way to save her daughter, Laura uncovers a horrifying secret but Alex and his family aren’t the only ones with something to hide. Just as Laura has been digging into their past, they’ve been digging into hers and she discovers the terrifying reason they invited her and Tilly in, and why they’ll never let them leave… * * * * * Readers love The Family:‘If you like a tense, edge of your seat thriller then this one is for you, I highly recommend it’ ‘Utterly gripping, the characters were believable raw and real’ ‘What a fabulous read! Couldn't put it down’ ‘The thrilling ending left me shocked’ ‘Kept me hooked and guessing until the very end’

The Family

Bloodbound and penniless. Exiled to cursed lands. Hunted by death. When thief Suri suffers a humiliating robbery, she has just one day to settle a dangerous debt. Her plan: abduct and impersonate a foreign princess at the royal ball. But when the wickedly handsome fae lord of the wasteland, Kol, crashes the party to find the princess she's pretending to be, everything takes a darker turn. With her knife in Kol’s righthand man, stolen trinkets in her pockets, and the kidnapped princess now missing, Suri can’t outrun the law. The King exiles her with one condition: assassinate Kol, and all is forgiven. But Kol has sworn his own brutal revenge - if his wastelands don't kill her first. In this high-stakes fantasy debut, prepare for unexpected twists and a slow-burn romance. Fans of ´The Bridge Kingdom´ by Danielle L. Jensen and ´The City of Brass´ by S.A. Chakraborty will love this new series. Rachel A Sandpiper (she/her) is a twenty-something fantasy author living in London. She's passionate about creating strong and complex characters in unkind and twisting worlds, but despite what she puts them through, there will always be a heart-pounding romance.

Amefyre

A Pocket of Lies: a fast-paced slow-burn fantasy romance

‘The term pageturner was made for books like this’ Andrea Mara ‘Thoroughly addictive, The Fall is full of twists you won't see coming’ Kathryn Croft She promised not to tell. They made sure she couldn’t…At her surprise 40th birthday party, Kate Granger feels like the luckiest woman in the world but just hours later her fifteen-year-old daughter, Caily, is found unconscious underneath a bridge when she should have been at school. Now, Caily lies comatose in her hospital bed, and the police don’t believe it was an accident. As the investigation progresses, it soon becomes clear that not everyone in the family was where they claimed to be at the time of her fall. Caily should be safe in hospital but not everyone wants her to wake up. Someone is desperate to protect the truth and it isn’t just Caily’s life that is in danger. Because some secrets are worth killing for… Readers are RIVETED by Louise Jensen!‘This book keeps you on your toes! It is an excellent psychological thriller, with the tension building up throughout . . . A well-deserved 5 stars from me’ NetGalley reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Compelling and chilling. Louise is at the top of her game when it comes to writing a unputdownable psychological thriller’ NetGalley reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Louise Jensen has done it again . . . The writing had the sheer talent of wanting me keep reading one more chapter deep into the night’ NetGalley reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Full of suspense and edge-of-your-seat moments. If I could give more than 5 stars I would because this book is definitely one of my favourite reads’ NetGalley reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Fall

An undeniably fierce, unforgettably funny, unapologetically queer feminist romp through the England of medieval legend. Bestselling and acclaimed authors Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner bring readers along on an epic quest for valor, freedom, and, above all, love. A Knight’s Tale meets the Lady Jane series, with a dash of The Great! Gwen is sick of hiding—hiding the fact that she’s taken over her father’s blacksmithing duties, hiding her attraction to girls, hiding her yearning for glory as a knight. Meanwhile, Lady Isobelle of Avington, queen bee of the castle, has never once considered hiding who she is—until now. She’s been chosen as the grand prize in the Tournament of Dragonslayers, to be given to whichever knight can claim her hand. And for the first time in her life, she can’t talk her way out of trouble. When Isobelle discovers Gwen’s knightly ambitions, they hatch a scheme together—Gwen will joust in the tournament, disguised as Sir Gawain. Winning means freedom for Isobelle, and glory for Gwen. Losing means… well, let’s not go there. One thing’s for sure: Falling in love was never the plan. But the best laid plans…are often trampled all over by dragons. ""A sapphic delight, full of jousts, jaunts, and courtly love. Lady's Knight sparkles with wit and charm and has lady knights to swoon over. Kaufman and Spooner will leave you breathless."" —C. S. Pacat, New York Times bestselling author of Dark Rise “Kaufman and Spooner are auto-buy authors for me, always guaranteed to get my heart pumping with their page-turning romance and high-stakes adventure.” —New York Times bestselling author Susan Dennard ""There are a lot of damsels in Lady's Knight, but none of them need a man to fix their problems. (Men seem to be the source of the problems, in fact.) Wholesome, heartfelt, and more fun than cheesecake on a stick, Kaufman and Spooner's latest book is all about women's work. You know, jousting, dragonslaying, and saving the kingdom—all while looking fabulous."" —Jodi Meadows, coauthor of the New York Times bestselling novels My Lady Jane and My Plain Jane “Clever, funny, thrilling, and romantic—Lady’s Knight will inspire readers to take up their swords to fight dragons and the patriarchy. Perfect for fans of A Knight’s Tale and anyone who loves a romantasy with wit, charm, and the occasional comedic fourth wall break.” —F. T. Lukens, New York Times bestselling author of So This Is Ever After ""You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you'll be ready to fight any dragon after reading this delightful tale full of swoony romance, heart-racing action, and the very best banter in the realm!"" —Beth Revis, New York Times bestselling coauthor of Night of the Witch ""Writing that is above all else marvelously warm and at the same time witty, adventure and romance that will sweep you off your feet—a double sweep, and a triumph!"" —Sarah Rees Brennan, #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Long Live Evil ""Sparkles with wit and romance! So many quotable lines. Not to mention the sexiest gown-lacing scene in modern literature. Like its characters, Lady's Knight is endlessly clever and resourceful."" —Ellen Kushner, award-winning author of Swordspoint

Lady’s Knight

‘What a read! I was hooked from the very first chapter! Chilling and terrifying, this is guaranteed to have your heart pounding the whole way through!’ Netgalley reviewer, 5***** __ I told my daughter a terrible lie… Lorna never told her sixteen-year-old daughter the chilling truth about her real father. But one morning, she finds Liberty missing — and realizes the teenager has left to find the man she once fled from… A heart-stopping and emotional psychological thriller from the New York Times bestselling author, perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty’s The Hypnotist’s Love Story. __ **Readers LOVE Not My Daughter:** ‘An absolutely jaw dropping, dark and twisty page turner. Full of twists that will have you on the edge of your seat!’ ‘Unpredictable, exciting, captivating and full of suspense! This will have you hooked till the truth is revealed.’ ‘This book is amazing. The story is epic and unlike anything I have read before, it's a thriller with so many twists you get dizzy!’ ‘Now this is one hell of a read. I could not put it down for a second.You can feel the raw emotions as the story unfolds!’ ‘Terrifying yet enthralling from page to page, it kept me guessing all the way.’ ‘I absolutely loved this book, and would give it ten stars if possible!’ ‘A real page-turner which had me hooked from start to finish. It has a huge twist which kept me guessing!’ ‘Wow! I read a fair few psychological thrillers and this really impressed me. It was dark and brilliantly twisty. It kept me on the edge of my seat!’

Not My Daughter

The SUNDAY TIMES bestselling series continues… Praise for world of THREADNEEDLE ‘Enthralling and original fantasy’ Jay Kristoff, SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author of EMPIRE OF THE VAMPIRE ‘The magic both gleams and threatens’ Robin Hobb, SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author Anna survived the attempt to bind her magic, but Anna and her coven aren’t free from danger yet. Haunted by her aunt’s death, living in fear of her curse, and fated to love the one man she can never have, the last thing Anna needs is a witch hunt. Now she must conceal her magic once more or risk losing everything. But when deadly hysteria strikes across the capital, and in her own school, the coven are left dangerously exposed. Delving deeper into the magical underworld of London, Anna and Effie must find a way to work together to protect the coven. But as the witch hunt intensifies and the hysteria spirals out of control, can Effie and Anna truly trust each other?

Threadneedle

Shadowstitch

Loretta has life under control. She's good at avoiding things that make her uncomfortable, she's chasing a big promotion at work, and she's marrying a man whose five-year plan aligns perfectly with her own. Children do not come into the mix. This all changes, however, when a stranger in an airport asks Loretta to keep an eye on her sleeping six-year-old, Phoebe. The stranger never comes back. Loretta knows that Phoebe's life will change forever from that moment. But so will hers. This strange little person in fairy wings will turn Loretta's world upside down and cause her to question everything she knows about herself.

Swimming for Beginners

***Now a Netflix Original movie, starring Leighton Meester, streaming globally.*** Miles from home. Trust no one. Suspect everyone. Orla and Kate have been best friends forever. Together they’ve faced it all – be it Orla’s struggles as a new mother or Kate’s messy divorce. And whatever else happens in their lives, they can always look forward to their annual weekend away. This year, they’re off to Lisbon: the perfect flat, the perfect view, the perfect itinerary. And what better way to kick things off in style than with the perfect night out? But when Orla wakes up the next morning, Kate is gone. Brushed off by the police and with only a fuzzy memory of the night’s events, Orla is her friend’s only hope. As she frantically retraces their steps, Orla makes a series of shattering discoveries that threaten everything she holds dear. Because while Lisbon holds the secret of what happened that night, the truth may lie closer to home… A twisty holiday read from the USA Today bestselling author. Real readers love The Weekend Away:‘A five-star thriller which will make you rethink your next weekend away…’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Twists and turns in every chapter. Fantastic read!’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘So gripping! I could not put it down.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Left me guessing right to the end, with an ending that left me gasping for more.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A thoroughly enjoyable rollercoaster ride. The ending was BRILLIANT.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Superbly written… the twists come so fast you’re left feeling dizzy.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Left me breathless.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘READ IT! This book will not let you down.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Weekend Away

‘I read this in one sitting and loved every minute of it.The detective story reads like an episode of Vera.’ 5 stars, NetGalley reviewerNo secret can stay buried forever… As the Whitworth family begin renovations on their new home, their plans are brought to an abrupt end when they discover a body buried in the back garden. DI Isabel Blood and her team are called to investigate, but as she approaches Ecclesdale Drive, a feeling of unease settles in her gut. The property cordoned off is number 23. The house she used to live in as a child… The forensic team estimate that the body has been in the ground for up to forty years – coinciding with the time Isabel’s family lived in the house. Isabel’s father vanished without a trace when she was fourteen years old. And with her mother remaining tight-lipped about her father’s disappearance, Isabel can’t escape the unnerving sense of dread that it’s his body, buried in the garden. Fans of Vera, Val McDermid and Elly Griffiths will love In Cold Blood! Readers love In Cold Blood!“A gripping police procedural thriller that had me engrossed from the first page. The storyline had me intrigued, so much so that I read it in one day.” 5 stars, NetGalley reviewer “Isabel Blood is a great character and I really enjoyed getting to know her. I’m a great fan of police procedural novels and this was an excellent read! The case was a fascinating one and the story was cleverly plotted… with numerous twists and turns and some rather surprising revelations!” 5 stars, NetGalley reviewer “If you’re looking for a cosy crime novel that is packed with suspense, then this is the book for you. A fantastic debut novel that I have no hesitation in recommending.” 5 stars, NetGalley reviewer “This is a fabulous debut crime novel!” 5 stars, NetGalley reviewer “I loved this book from beginning to end and cannot wait to read more from Jane Bettany.” 5 stars, NetGalley reviewer

Detective Isabel Blood

In Cold Blood

‘Brilliantly-written characters, original and engaging. It’s so good!’ BA ParisJOANNE HAYNES HAS A SECRET. THAT IS NOT HER REAL NAME. And there’s more. Her flat isn’t hers. Her cats aren't hers. Even her hair isn’t really hers. Nor is she any of the other women she pretends to be. Not the bestselling romance novelist who gets her morning snack from the doughnut van on the seafront. Nor the pregnant woman in the dental surgery. Nor the chemo patient in the supermarket for whom the cashier feels ever so sorry. They're all just alibis. In fact, the only thing that’s real about Joanne is that nobody can know who she really is. But someone has got too close. It looks like her alibis have begun to run out… Your favourite authors are loving The Alibi Girl:‘Heart-wrenching, impossible to predict and completely absorbing’ John Marrs ‘The master of dark, sexy psychological suspense’ Suzy K Quinn ‘A dark, addictive read’ Phoebe Morgan

The Alibi Girl

‘Atmospheric and foreboding this is the perfect contemporary homage to the gothic tradition.’ – The Sun Beneath the surface lies a terrible secret…Hollywood, 1975: Tragedy sends troubled film star Vivien Lockhart into the arms of Giovanni Moretti, and it seems her fortunes have finally changed. Until she meets his sister, and learns that dark shadows haunt her new husband’s past… Tuscany, Present day: Everyone in London is searching for Lucy Whittaker – so Lucy needs to disappear. But her new home, the crumbling Castillo Barbarossa, is far from the secluded paradise it seemed. Across the decades, Vivien and Lucy find themselves trapped in the idyllic Italian villa. And if they are ever to truly escape its walls, they must first unearth its secrets… Rebecca meets Sante Montefiore in this atmospheric tale of lies, obsession, and betrayal… ‘Wonderfully atmospheric and suspenseful’ – Nicola Cornick, author of The Phantom Tree ‘Addictive reading, Victoria Fox hooks you and doesn’t let go. It’s Kate Morton with added sass!’ – Jenny Oliver, author of The Sunshine and Biscotti Club

The Silent Fountain

‘This was such a brilliant whodunit thriller that I didn’t want to put down. I picked it up in the morning and by lunchtime I was finished.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You can cover up the truth, but every murder leaves a trail… The rain was relentless. It stung Ruth Prendergast’s face as she dashed towards her house, desperate to escape the cold and settle down for an early night. But upon entering her bedroom, she finds a man, lying on her bed – a knife buried in his chest. When Detective Isabel Blood and her sergeant arrive on the scene, Ruth claims she’s never laid eyes on the victim before. But with no sign of a break-in, how did the killer gain access to the house? Then Ruth disappears, leaving Isabel and her team to fear the worst. Has their lead suspect escaped, or is Ruth in danger herself? Forensic evidence at the crime scene is sparse, and it’s proving impossible for Isabel to make a breakthrough. With Ruth still missing, time is running out. But how can you catch a killer that doesn’t leave a trace? Uncover the mystery and solve the crime alongside Derbyshire’s best detective. This utterly gripping, unputdownable whodunit will have you hooked and reading long into the night! Fans Val McDermid, Elly Griffiths and ITV’s Vera will love Without a Trace! Readers LOVE Without a Trace!‘To say that reading ‘Without A Trace’ became addictive is a huge understatement. I would pick the book up only intending to read a chapter… but I would become so wrapped up in the story that I would still be sat there reading over an hour later.’ Ginger Book Geek, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A must read of this year… I loved it. It’s wowsome.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A 5 star novel. Great characters. Plenty of suspense to keep me guessing. All you need for a perfect thriller.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A crime novel to devour in one sitting…’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was hooked from page one… completely loved the storyline.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A really good, interesting read with lots of clues and red herrings.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Without a Trace

The BRAND NEW deliciously dark thriller from Sarah Bonner, author of How to Slay at Work You'd kill for a holiday like this one...Chloe has spent months planning the murder of her husband, Scott. Everything is ready, but first she must create the perfect alibi to avoid any suggestion of her involvement in his death. And what better way to avoid suspicion than playing the loved-up wife on an extravagant holiday with their extended families?A luxury villa on the Greek island of Mykonos should provide the ultimate setting for her week of make-believe married bliss. But as the sun sets on their first evening in paradise, the cracks in Chloe's plan begin to show. Family rivalries bubble to the surface. Scott's sister, Tori, begins to ask awkward questions, suggesting she might know more about Chloe's plans than she should. Then there's the villa concierge, Grace, who is watching her guests' every moves.As tensions rise, can Chloe manage to keep her murderous intentions hidden? And can she stop herself from adding a few more people to the body count along the way?Fans of Katy Brent, Bella Mackie and Julie Mae Cohen won't be able to resist this twisty, darkly funny crime thriller.Praise for Sarah Bonner:'A hilarious romp that I just couldn't put down' Katy Brent'Brilliantly twisty and thoroughly entertaining' T.M. Logan'A perfect thriller, we read this in one sitting' Closer'A wonderfully twisty, and twisted, thriller that will have you up until the early hours, and with an ending that you will NOT see coming. Brilliant' SJ Watson'Captivating' Janice Hallett

How to Slay on Holiday - A BRAND NEW brilliantly funny, darkly twisted thriller from Sarah Bonner for 2025 (Unabridged)

Don't miss the BRAND NEW gripping psych thriller from bestselling author Nina Manning! Perfect for fans of Frieda McFadden!The perfect date...To celebrate their wedding aniversay, Lily Leonard books a table at the exclusive restaurant of Hector Bolson-Woods renowned celebrity chef. It should be the perfect evening for Lily and husband, Stig, but not even a perfect menu can heal the cracks in their marriage.So when Hector invites them to dine with him privately, Lily is thrilled. Surely this will please Stig? Hector is charming and attentive - everything Stig is not - and she finds herself more and more drawn to the enigmatic Hector.A nightmare invitation...After the dinner, Stig makes it clear the entire evening was a mistake, something he never wants to repeat again. Hurt and confused, Lily's certain Stig is hiding something from her. Something linked to Hector...she just doesn't know what.And then another dinner invitation from Hector arrives. This time with a proposal neither Lily or Stig can refuse...Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Valerie Keogh and Louise Jenson.Praise for Nina Manning'Addictive... and beautifully written...I loved it.' Number One Bestselling author Valerie Keogh.'Heart-stopping, pacy and tension filled. Highly recommended.' Claire Allan, USA Today Bestseller'Compelling and claustrophobic, Nina is an exciting new voice and definitely one to watch' Phoebe Morgan'An addictive and compelling summer read. Manning keeps you hooked throughout and guessing until the end. The perfect book to take on holiday.' Natasha Boydell'Chilling and creepy. An atmospheric and addictive debut.' Diane Jeffrey'Totally addictive. I couldn't put it down!' Darren O'Sullivan'A claustrophobic, nail-biting thriller that draws you in and doesn't let go.' Naomi Joy'Clever, emotionally draining and totally gripping. I absolutely loved this book!' D E White

The Dinner Party - Prepare to be GRIPPED by the BRAND NEW psychological thriller from Nina Manning for 2025 (Unabridged)

‘I was gripped immediately’ Katerina Diamond, Sunday Times bestseller How much do you know about the couple next door? When Emily and Ben move in next door to Dr Burman and his wife Alisha, they are keen to get to know their new neighbours. Outgoing and sociable, Emily tries to befriend the doctor’s wife, but Alisha is strangely subdued, barely leaving the house, and terrified of answering the phone. When Emily goes missing a few weeks later, Ben is plunged into a panic. His wife has left him a note, but can she really have abandoned him for another man? Or has Emily’s curiosity about the couple next door led her straight into danger? A gripping, sinister thriller with a twist you won’t see coming from the international bestseller Lisa Stone.

The Doctor

‘This is a cracking page turner with twists galore. When I wasn't reading it I was thinking of this book trying to work out what was going on.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fans of Vera, Val McDermid and Elly Griffiths will love Last Seen Alive! When Anna Matheson fails to collect her son from the babysitter after a works party, the police are swiftly called. Anna is a stickler for time and a good mother – she would never abandon her baby. Her disappearance is totally out of character and DI Isabel Blood and her team soon suspect foul play. CCTV footage shows Anna was last seen at precisely 11.11pm, as she collected her coat to leave the party. But the cameras outside the venue have failed to pick up her exit from the car park – how could she have vanished in plain sight? Rumour has it that Anna was set to make big changes in the workplace, and Isabel can’t help but think someone wanted her out of the way. Everyone at the party is a suspect, and all the clues point to murder… Readers LOVE Last Seen Alive!‘Just superb. Well written and so easy to read. Characters were well drawn and I just can’t tell you how good the end was. Brilliant!’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Jane does it again with another gripping read. I read this one in 24 hours and had me engrossed from page 1.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Great story, thought I had it all worked out, turned out I hadn't. Thoroughly enjoyed it, once I got into it, did not see that ending coming.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A cracking read with great characters.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book was very good. Great storyline so many twists in each chapter. I didn't see the conclusion coming at all. Was so well written. Would recommend this book to others.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This was an easy read with plenty of twists and turns that kept me engaged throughout.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A well written and thoroughly enjoyable read congratulations to Jane Bettany for a great read.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Last Seen Alive

Introducing The Payback Plan, the brand new spicy revenge romance from USA Today bestseller Amy Andrews!🧁💖Perfect for fans of The First Wives Club and Sally Thorne's The Hating Game.Karma's here to stay!When fate strands Paige Parker at O'Hare airport during a snow storm little does she know her misfortune is the beginning of a wild and life-changing adventure. Because when she meets three complete strangers, they quickly bond over shared tales of betrayal and heartbreak. And just for fun, they concoct a scheme to exact sweet revenge on their exes!Except when the plan becomes a reality, Paige finds herself in Cornwall with Olly Prendergast. Son of a movie star, grumpy recluse and responsible for jilting his fiancé on their wedding day with a text message. The payback plan has begun! Step one: move into his spare room and disrupt his peace and quiet. Step two: bring a pet hamster, adopt a dog and let chaos run loose. Step Three: unapologetically make a mess in his pristine house at every opportunity. Step 4: Show Mr Grumpy what fun looks like!But Paige is unprepared when the plan begins to backfire and she starts to see the man behind the reputation. And when she can't ignore their undeniable chemistry anymore Paige has to battle with the secret she's been keeping from Olly and loyalty to her friend and The Karma Club...

The Payback Plan - The HILARIOUS and spicy enemies to lovers romance from Amy Andrews for 2025 (Unabridged)

The brand new thriller from the No.1 Kindle bestselling author of The Perfect Couple and Am I Guilty?“Filled with suspense, intrigue and a cast of engaging characters. Fabulous!” Lucy Clarke, author of The Castaways “Suspicion, secrets and shocking reveals!” Sarah Linley, author of The Trip My family has just been reunited. So who is trying to tear it apart?A mother who disappeared… When Beth was 10 years old, her beautiful, wild mother Alice disappeared. Beth’s life since hasn’t always been easy, but now she’s settled, with a successful career, a loving family and a beautiful home. An unexpected visitor… Then one day there’s a knock at the door. Alice has returned. Desperate to rebuild their relationship, Beth invites her mother to move in. A life that comes crashing down… At first, everything is wonderful. But then Beth’s friends start to drift away, strange things happen at home, and rumours about Beth begin to circle. Someone is out to destroy Beth’s newfound happiness. But who? And how far will they go? Perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty, C. L. Taylor and Lisa JewellWhat readers are saying about The Happy Family ‘Found myself second guessing every thought I had’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A compelling and addictive read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘You know a book is pretty amazing when you actually exclaim WTAF in full out loud’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Tense, twisty themes lead us to a very surprising ending!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I flew through this and couldn’t get enough' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I would recommend to anyone that loves a good gripping, suspenseful thriller' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘So many twists and turns' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘It kept me guessing and truly touched my heart' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Once I started I could not put it down until I finished it' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Happy Family

She knows your darkest secret... Can she keep it?It's a normal sunny day when Mia sees her ex-boyfriend on the street where she lives. But she knows that's crazy. She knows it can't possibly be him. She knows... because she killed him.Mia and Carrie have been best friends since school. They share everything: clothes, shoes, a home... and their secrets.Only Carrie knew what Mia did that night. Where everything went wrong and Mia's boyfriend attacked her, so she attacked him right back.Carrie made the problem go away. Like she always would for her best friend. They've got on with their lives. Mia's even met someone new - a man she thinks she could be with forever.But now it looks like her ex is back. Alive and well. So either Mia is losing her mind, or somebody very close to her has been lying...

Keep Your Friends Close (Unabridged)

Murder is the prize of the day in this BRAND NEW gripping instalment in the Malvern Farm Mysteries... Foul play at the sheep show... Tensions are high at the Three Counties Show when accusations of cheating add fuel to a longstanding feud. For Jude Gray, whose only hope was to not make a fool of herself showing her Kerry Hill sheep, farming life has never been so dramatic. When a body is found, belonging to one of the competitors, there is no shortage of suspects. Every sheep farmer in this close-knit community has a motive and beneath their show-ready smiles, they all have something to hide. Experience has taught Jude that when there's a murderer at large, nobody is truly safe. And with secrets simmering beneath the surface, this may be her most challenging investigation yet. Can she unearth the truth before it's too late? A gripping new instalment in the Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham, and Faith Martin. Praise for the Malvern Mysteries: 'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams 'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter 'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young 'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh 'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn't put it down!' Jessica Bull

The Malvern Mysteries

Killer at the County Show - The Malvern Mysteries, Book 5 (Unabridged)

A completely heartbreaking story about the impossible dilemmas two mothers find themselves facing. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Amanda Prowse, and Emma Robinson. 'I promise.' Meg kissed the top of her daughter's head, tears welling in her eyes. 'I'll never leave you, my beautiful girl. Never.' At the time, she'd meant every word. But now she had to break that promise... When Meg gets a terrible diagnosis, her only thought is for her family. How will her husband Simon and their beautiful, sweet-hearted, 14-year-old daughter Grace cope when she's gone? She also knows that she has to finally tell Grace the secret they've kept from Grace her whole life. That, though Simon is Grace's father, she isn't Grace's birth mother. Because Simon was married before, and his first wife, Cassie, hadn't wanted to keep their baby. So Simon and she had stepped up. They'd given Grace the life she deserved, full of light and happiness. But in the family's darkest hour, Meg thinks Grace deserves the choice to meet the mother who gave her up... because she's the only mother she will have left. Could you risk destroying the family you've worked so hard to create, if it meant your child might get the chance to have a mother again? Even though you can't know whether her birth mother will ever be able to offer her the love your beloved daughter deserves? Readers love Lisa Timoney: 'A fabulous family drama... it kept me turning the pages from beginning to end' Kerry Fisher, bestselling author of The Silent Wife 'WOW. What a book. I could not put it down.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'What a fantastic read...there are lots of secrets that come to life that make this a real page-turner...highly recommend!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'I was hooked from page one. Be prepared to laugh and cry throughout this book!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'It kept me turning the pages. A story full of emotions, secrets and lies.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'I read this in one sitting - only stopping to eat. It is a beautifully written story.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'A story of friendship and lies, betrayal, kindness and living life! Beautifully written and a joy to read.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'Beautiful! I loved this book from beginning to end. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'So heartwarming and full of hope.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'The perfect combination of drama and suspense. I loved the plot, characters, and emotional ending. I devoured it in less than two days.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

The Daughter She Gave Away - An emotional, page-turning family drama from Lisa Timoney (Unabridged)

They DID promise her a killer hen weekend...Jeanie's getting married, and - despite her completely impossible four sisters - her best friends Clio and Amber are determined to give her a bachelorette weekend to remember. They're in matching pink T-shirts and the drinks are flowing...But the night turns out to be unforgettable for all the wrong reasons when a girl turns up dead on the dancefloor. And - even though she's a stranger - she is wearing one of Jeanie's hen T-shirts.Who is she? And why are the police convinced that the hens are involved? Can the newly-formed Bad Girls Detective Agency solve the murder? And in time to get Jeanie up the aisle?Unputdownable mystery set on the English coast - perfect for fans of The Thursday Murder Club, Bad Sisters and How to Kill Your Family.

Murder on the Dancefloor

'Clever, kind, funny and wise, this book is an uplifting and useful addition to your self help library.’ Daisy Buchanan, How to Be a Grown-UpWe’re all talking about mental health a lot more now than we were ten years ago, which is great . . . isn’t it? Kate Lucey has been ‘officially’ depressed (as in, diagnosed) for six years. In that time she’s experienced everything from bad therapy, knock-out meds, and friends-with-too-many-opinions, to good therapy, medication, and solutions that actually work. This book recognises that getting help is not as easy as ‘just telling someone’ or ‘taking some pills’. It weaves real peoples’ experiences of depression with the opinions of actual qualified experts and facts from scientific studies to create a no-nonsense guide to mental health. Funny, irreverent, and relatable, Get a Grip, Love also tells you what to say to those mates who fancy themselves as amateur psychologists, and speaks honestly about how it feels to live with a mental health disorder. Crucially, as well as poking fun at mental illness and all its absurdities (because what are we without laughter, hey?), Kate reminds you that it’s fine not to feel ok. That you can go back to crying at any time. And that you do not need to get a grip.

Get a Grip, Love

Preorder a breathtaking romance from Emma CooperLiv is given the chance to live one life-changing week over, but can she change her future...? And does she want to? A gorgeous, uplifting novel, perfect for fans of Shari Low, Paige Toon and Beth Moran.When Liv's boyfriend Kit disappeared on a hike, seven years earlier, she thought her life was over. But with the help of their family and friends, she's pushed her way through the grief, and now, miraculously, she's found a way to love again.Until the morning of her wedding, when Liv steps through a doorway, and finds herself, somehow, back at the flat she shared with Kit: seven years earlier, six days before he left. Now, Liv has a chance to live those six days over, and change everything. If she gets this right, she can find out why Kit leaves and stop him.But can she save him? And if she does, how will she choose, between the man she loved then, and the one she loves now?'My favourite read of the year, all the stars!' Josie SilverReaders are falling in love with The One Before The One:'A genius premise with a bit of time travel thrown in for good measure and the writing is to die for. All the stars.' Laura Pearson, bestselling author of The Last List of Mabel Beaumont'A masterpiece of pace and emotion. This story grips your heart and doesn't let go until the last page.' Sam Tonge'I absolutely adored this beautiful book. A clever premise, wonderful characters and a story that had me hooked from the very first page!' Clare Swatman'I completely lost myself in this poignant, witty and wise novel. A beautiful take on the idea of first and lost loves.' Holly Seddon'I have devoured it, I have texted my children numerous times today to tell them I'm reading a fantastic book. I have gasped out loud a good few times.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'This was one of my favorite reads of 2024! I absolutely enjoyed every second.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A true masterpiece in split-time storytelling. It's unique, heart-wrenching, and filled with suspense, making it an unforgettable read. Highly recommended for fans of emotional, character-driven stories that keep you on the edge of your seat!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'I absolutely loved this book, sat up reading it until dawn as I was so enraptured with the story and the characters, I couldn't bear to put it down.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Wow what can I say another brilliant read from this fabulous author who has the capability to tear your heart into about a million pieces and put it back together again.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'I told my husband about this book! Let me tell you, I read 2 books a week and rarely tell him about what I'm reading but this book! Wow!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Heartfelt read! Would definitely recommend.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'I started and finished it in one day! The writing was fantastic. Characters very relatable and I didn't see the twists coming! I honestly don't have a single bad thing to say!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Wow, I loved this book! The mystery kept me on the edge of my seat. I loved how many twists and turns there were.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

The One Before the One

The time for celebrations is over... Jude Gray's farm is going from strength to strength, and even though her grumpy neighbour has concerns about the new campsite in the lower field, she is undeterred.When a hen party arrives for a weekend away, she does her best to cater for their celebrations. But with a sheep needing urgent care - an accidental mishap or something more nefarious? - she finds herself consulting the group, which coincidentally contains four vets. When one of the hens goes missing, it becomes clear there are more sinister forces at play, and someone is targeting her farm. With the help of close friend Detective Inspector Binnie Khatri, Jude once again dons her amateur sleuthing hat.They uncover a web of deceit, affairs and rivalries, but will they find the perpetrator before events turn murderous? A brand-new instalment in the thrilling Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham and Faith Martin Praise for Kate Wells: 'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams 'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter 'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young 'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh 'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn't put it down!' Jessica Bull 'A fabulous cosy murder mystery with plenty of likeable (or are they?) characters, baby lambs, drinks at the local & beautiful countryside. Plus plenty of twists & turns to keep you guessing. Highly recommended!' Cate Green 'A hugely enjoyable and clever murder mystery.' C L Miller '...like a lovely visit to the countryside, a tense murder mystery, and a visit with people I'd want to be friends with all rolled into one.' Kristen Perrin

Malvern Farm Mysteries

Body by the Henhouse - Malvern Farm Mysteries, Book 3 (Unabridged)

USA Today bestselling author of The Girl Who Lied ‘Gobsmacked…a thrilling finale’ Rachel’s Random Reads Alice: Beautiful, kind, manipulative, liar. Clare: Intelligent, loyal, paranoid, jealous. Clare thinks Alice is a manipulative liar who is trying to steal her life. Alice thinks Clare is jealous of her long-lost return and place in their family. One of them is telling the truth. The other is a maniac. Two sisters. One truth. What people are saying about SISTER SISTER: ‘I would definitely recommend this if you love psychological thrillers’ – Stardust Book Reviews ‘Sister Sister has everything – conflict, family secrets and betrayal, all of which go to make it thoroughly deserving of the five stars I’ve given it’ – Brook Cottage Books ‘A truly absorbing psychological thriller’ – Joan Hill, Reviewing Recommended Reads

Sister Sister

Preorder the BRAND NEW instalment in the Malvern Mysteries from Kate WellsThis is no peaceful walk in the countryside...When Jude Gray and DI Binnie Khatri join a local walking group, their expectations for a peaceful outing to the Malvern Hills takes a grim turn. Arguments abound, and the hike ends in tragedy when one of the walkers is found dead in her car.Initially ruled as an accident, Jude's instincts tell her there's more to the story.As Jude and Binnie dig deeper, they uncover tensions and secrets within the group. From hidden affairs to longstanding rivalries, it becomes clear this death was no accident.With each revelation, the danger grows. Can Jude and Binnie unravel the mystery before the killer strikes again?A gripping addition to the Malvern Farm Mystery series, perfect for fans of Frances Evesham, Merryn Allingham, and Faith Martin.Praise for the Malvern Mysteries:'A complex and intriguing murder mystery set in beautiful British countryside where the farm animals are as demanding as the local residents. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' T A Williams'An original setting and clever plot. Had me hooked from page one.' E.V. Hunter'A tantalising corkscrew of a plot ... featuring a plucky quartet of very different women working together to uncover the truth about a series of dreadful crimes...' Debbie Young'I loved this rollercoaster of a book! It was stylish, pacy and gripping, with engaging characters. I rooted for Jude the sleuth from the first page. It's a hugely supenseful story, compelling, well-crafted and cleverly calculated.' Judy Leigh'A cryptically clever cosy mystery that will transport you to the beautiful Malvern Hills. I couldn't put it down!' Jessica Bull

Death in the Hills - Crack the case in a BRAND NEW instalment in Kate Wells' BRILLIANT cozy mystery series for 2025 (Unabridged)

An innocent anniversary gift may lead to the end of a marriage—and the end of a life—in this suspenseful tale by the author of The Perfect Life. On their anniversary, Keri and Nathan Metcalfe's children surprise them by having a honeymoon photo blown up to poster size and displayed around the city, captioned "Twenty-five years of marital bliss." Nathan is thrilled—but Keri is worried that the man she'd been having an affair with will see it . . . He does. And he doesn't take it well. When he says she'll regret it, Keri grows concerned. A funeral wreath is delivered to their home—and then an employee at Keri and Nathan's company is murdered. Now Keri is faced with some pressing questions: Is her ex-lover responsible or is someone else behind the threats? Can her marriage survive? And is it always right to tell the truth? Discover an unmissable new psychological thriller by the bestselling author of The Three Women, The Perfect Life, and The Little Lies.

The Couple in the Photograph

Where there's a body in Malvern End, there are secrets to be uncovered...Jude Gray has worked hard to bring a steady equilibrium to life on Malvern Farm and things are going well.The only fly in the ointment is the foul addition of a new face in the village: staunch townie and chauvinistic sleaze, Des Smith. Jude has nothing but sympathy for his caring, patient wife, Loretta, who has become a regular visitor to the farm for a cup of tea and a chat.But things take a turn for the worse when a hit and run outside The Lamb brings death once again to the village. Is it an accident or is something more sinister afoot?Perhaps the answer lies in the stranger with red trainers who's been seen wandering through the village and through Jude's fields at night. Following the clues, Jude desperately hopes she will find the right answers, because the murderer being someone she knows is unfathomable...-'A hugely enjoyable and clever murder mystery.' C L Miller, author of The Antique Hunter's Guide to Murder'...like a lovely visit to the countryside, a tense murder mystery, and a visit with people I'd want to be friends with all rolled into one.' Kristen Perrin, author of How to Solve Your Own Murder'This book had a bit of everything! ... Action packed, intrigue, mystery, murder, revenge, a fantastic who done it, great plot twist, and some crazy twists and turns!' netgalley reviewer

Stranger in the Village - The Malvern Mysteries, Book 2 (Unabridged)

It is 5:30 am on Clio's forty-fifth birthday and her hated ex is lying dead on her doorstep. Even worse, this is no accident. Someone's killed him...When single mum Clio's ex Gary turns up dead on the doorstep of her caravan - the one she's been forced to live in ever since he stole every penny she had - there's only one suspect. Her.What's more, she doesn't remember much about the night he was killed - not just because of the forgetfulness that's been plaguing her along with the hot flushes - but because she definitely had one too many cocktails with her two best friends Amber and Jeanie.Clio does remember them talking about how much they all hated him though. And, in the frame for murder, she has to ask herself - if she didn't kill Gary, who did? One of his many enemies? Or someone a little closer to home? And can she and her friends find the real killer before it's too late?Unputdownable mystery set on the English coast - perfect for fans of The Thursday Murder Club, Bad Sisters, and How to Kill Your Family.Readers love How Not to Murder Your Ex:'For lovers of the Thursday Murder Club, this is an equally compelling read, friends united together to solve a murder for which one of them is in the frame.' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Devoured this in 24 hours!' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'So gripping and so dark. Had to stay up very late to finish it - I inhaled it! I can't wait for this to come out and for y'all to lose your minds. If you had doubts about preordering, don't. You're going to want to read this one.' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Pacy, funny, heartwarming and a terrific read... Highly recommended... This is perfect if you loved Bad Sisters.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Such a brilliant and fun mystery, set in a small town full of secrets. The characters were brilliant and the twist was gripping. Can't wait for more!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Mystery and intrigue. This talented author has written a cannot put down whodunit.' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I loved this book! A mom who strikes back and holds her own is an inspiration in itself. Relatable as a mom at times and totally loved the plot! Great read!!' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Clever and twisty, I loved how each of the main characters used their strengths to get closer to the killer, and it's laugh out loud funny. I thought I'd worked out whodunnit and then was proved sort-of right and also wrong. The ending is a great mix of drama and hilarity, and I'm already looking forward to the next one - to spending more time with Clio, Jeanie and Amber.' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Bad Girls Detective Agency

How Not To Murder Your Ex - The Bad Girls Detective Agency - A BRAND NEW clever, laugh-out-loud, cosy mystery from Katie Marsh, Book 1 (Unabridged)

*Winner of the Aurora Award for Best Novel* ‘Spellbinding’ JJA Harwood‘An entertaining and dark read’ Stylist‘An absorbing novel’ Guardian‘Beautifully written’ Elizabeth Chadwick‘Power is not something you are given. Power is something you take. When you are a woman, it is a little more difficult, that’s all’ 1768. Charlotte, daughter of the Habsburg Empress, arrives in Naples to marry a man she has never met. Her sister Antoine is sent to France, and in the mirrored corridors of Versailles they rename her Marie Antoinette. The sisters are alone, but they are not powerless. When they were only children, they discovered a book of spells – spells that work, with dark and unpredictable consequences. In a time of vicious court politics, of discovery and dizzying change, they use the book to take control of their lives. But every spell requires a sacrifice. And as love between the sisters turns to rivalry, they will send Europe spiralling into revolution. Brimming with romance, betrayal, and enchantment, The Embroidered Book reimagines a dazzling period of history as you have never seen it before.

The Embroidered Book

She thought she trusted her husband with her life; but a lot can happen in a week...Handsome doctor Matthew Delaney and his wife Nicole have a perfect life. So when Matthew suddenly vanishes, Nicole is in shock.As Nicole searches for answers, she uncovers a trail of deceit leading straight to the mysterious Glasshouse - a staggering palatial home constructed out of cut glass and icy granite, clinging to the hillside in a gravity defying show of power and wealth.But the more Nicole learns about the Glasshouse and all its secrets, the more she begins to doubt her husband. Matthew's words before he disappeared were so reassuring, but now they are simply chilling...'Trust me, Nic, I'll fix this.'

Her Husband's Lie (Unabridged)

Pre-order the BRAND NEW psychological thriller from Alex Stone!Keep your enemies close...your sister closer...To outsiders, twins Mia and Chloe have always been close, like good sisters should be. But in private their relationship is one of jealousy, resentment and bitterness.Popular and attractive Mia is always the centre of attention, loved by all. Quiet and reserved, Chloe is overlooked and underestimated, and has tried to build a life away from Mia and her manipulation. Finally she is happy and content.But then Mia returns and makes it clear that she wants to be part of her sister's life again, to have everything Chloe has...including her new fiancé Scott.Chloe can't allow Mia to ruin her life again. She's done this too many times in the past - always taking things that don't belong to her.As old tensions, secrets and lies return, tragedy strikes. And one sister will use the opportunity to live the life she has always wanted...the life she has always deserved.Praise for Alex Stone:'A brilliant book. I loved it' Bestselling author B.A Paris'A complex novel, with emotional layers and turns that I was not expecting' Bestselling Author Alison Stockham'Chillingly Compelling' Bestselling author Diane Saxon'I had such an ominous feeling of uncertainty as I turned the pages. It was tense, engrossing and twisty! Loved it.' Noelle Holton

The Quiet Sister - A BRAND NEW utterly chilling psychological thriller from bestseller Alex Stone for 2025 (Unabridged)

A married woman's lust for a stranger compels her to risk everything, in this new suspense by the bestselling author of His Other Woman. It's just a small picture in the local paper—Katie can't explain why it sets her heart racing. But hiding the photo of local GP Joe Harvey in her bag sets in motion a chain of events that will dramatically alter her life forever. Driven by a unhealthy desire for a man she hardly knows, the mother of two begins to worm her way into Joe's life, knowing it's reckless but still unable to control herself. As her obsession intensifies, Katie's world becomes increasingly stressful and she's forced to cover her tracks by lying to everyone around her. Katie's dancing with danger, and there will be consequences. And while she can't live without him, Joe barely knows she exists . . . yet. Praise for Sarah Edghill's A Thousand Tiny Disappointments "Thoroughly gripping . . . Sarah Edghill knows how to pinpoint what goes on in families." —Rachel Joyce, author of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry "Accomplished . . . characters you can relate to." —Katie Fforde, author of A Country Escape "Compelling." —Hannah Persaud, author of The Codes of Love

The Bad Wife

Fifteen-year-old Tobias Doljan Walked back in time to prevent a war, but he instead found himself trapped in an adult body, with his king murdered and with an infant princess, Sofya, to protect. Now he’s been joined by fellow Walker and Spanner Mara, and, together, they must find a way to undo the timeline that orphaned the princess and destroyed their future. Arrayed against them are assassins who share their time-traveling powers but have dark ambitions of their own, and the Tirribin demon Droë, whose desperate quest for human love and Tobias leads her into alliances that threaten all of Islevale.

Islevale Series

Time's Demon

Your Chinese Horoscope for Each and Every Year is a helpful and informative guide on Chinese horoscopes. Built on the long-standing success of Your Chinese Horoscope, this new book gives insights into each of the Chinese signs as well as special success tips to help readers make the most of their sign. The book also contains inspirational quotes for each sign as well as a section in each chapter concerning relationships and how signs relate to one another. However a key feature of the book will be the detailed horoscopes given for each sign and covering each of the Chinese years. The horoscopes will highlight trends for the year, giving indications of how readers can make the most of the year as well as areas which could prove problematic. Each horoscope ends with some special tips for the year. In the many years Neil Somerville has written Your Chinese Horoscope, he has built a reputation for the advice and helpfulness given in his books. Your Chinese Horoscope for Each and Every Year is a book designed for the long-term and one of lasting value.

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