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I gaze at my husband's once-handsome face, so still and pale in the hospital bed. The doctors say I should keep talking. He might be able to hear me even after the terrible accident that left him fighting for his life. But all I have to whisper to my husband is this: I know what you did. Every day I wave my husband Damon off with a kiss and a smile, drive our precious children to school, and make sure our house is pristine before preparing a delicious meal. I pretend I'm not filled with fury that he once nearly destroyed our perfect life. It's important to carry on as normal. That is, until the accident. My husband was hit by a car. It was pouring with rain. Nobody saw what happened. But the police are asking questions... Do they know about the terrible argument we had that day? Do they know about the text message I sent, telling someone to Delete everything? And do they know that no-one is happier that my husband is in a hospital bed, than me? An absolutely addictive page-turner about a family in crisis, a marriage at breaking point, and how secrets can be deadly. Perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty and Sally Hepworth. Read what everyone's saying about Nicole Trope: 'OMG!!! SHUT THE FRONT DOOR!!!... the most heart-racing book I've read in a long time, if not ever!!! It had me hook, line and sinker from the first page and I could not put it down!!!... Clear your day because it is truly unputdownable... What an absolute twist!!!... If you read one book in your life, make sure it is this!!!!' Bookworm86, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I was absolutely hooked!!... totally engrossed! I felt every thrilling twist and every chilling development as if I was there! So clever I really didn't see the twist coming! It was so brilliant.' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Wow!!! Wow!!!! Wow!!!... a total page-turner and will keep you guessing with every page. Halfway through I thought I had it figured out and then BAM! The ending floored me... I just loved this book.' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿'O.M.G!! DANG!!!... WOW!!!... Brilliant! If I could rate it more than 5 stars I would... bombshells that made my jaw drop!!... Hooked me... Made my head spin!!' Heidi Lynn Book Reviews, ¿¿¿¿¿

Sitting in the purple heather, Carrie carefully opens the tattered cover of the journal, the gold-edged pages catching the sunlight shimmering off the surface of the loch. The handwriting is unmistakable. The words inside will shatter everything she thought she knew about her family... Carrie Anderson searches under the flowerpot by the bright blue door and finds the keys to the little whitewashed cottage. Still recovering from the heart-wrenching loss of her beautiful sister, Carrie hopes that staying on the edge of the glittering loch, where the siblings used to spend summers with their great-aunt Maud, will help her heal from her grief. On a trip to the tiny village store, Carrie literally bumps into ex-Navy officer turned chef Rory McRae. Tall and broad shouldered, at first Rory is infuriatingly distant, but his enthusiasm for his farm-to-table restaurant lights up his rich brown eyes. When he tells Carrie that he's understaffed, she is quick to offer help. She soon finds Rory's warm smile and playful jokes are a balm to her heart. Suddenly, Carrie begins to feel less alone. But then she discovers a diary her aunt Maud kept as a young woman after World War Two. The faded sepia photograph of a baby boy tucked into the back reveals a heartbreaking secret about her family she can scarcely believe. Opening up to Rory, could the discovery of a long-lost relative finally heal the loneliness that has been plaguing Carrie's heart? Or will the secrets the diary unravels destroy her hope for a new future in Loch Cameron? Get ready to fall in love with the Scottish Highlands in this stunning, heartbreaking and uplifting read by USA Today bestselling author Kennedy Kerr. For fans of Susanne O'Leary, Debbie Macomber and Pamela Kelley. Readers love Kennedy Kerr:'Absolutely beautiful and perfect!! Completely swept me away... compelling and addictive, a heart-lifting read that kept me turning the pages until late at night... Absolutely fantastic!' Bookworm86, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'I absolutely adored this heart-touching, uplifting story... I was totally charmed. Stunning... swept me away. Pulled me in so quickly... Pure delightful escapism... I loved this story.' Cindy L Spear, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'I loved this book. Read it in a night. Brilliant... A must-read.' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

I run around the house calling my daughter's name, my voice growing more panicked with every empty room. 'Has anyone seen Tess?' I cry. It should be the happiest day of my life, but my daughter is missing...All I wanted was to take my daughter's hand and walk down the aisle scattered with rose petals to the man I love. I pushed aside all my doubts, telling myself I had no reason to be nervous. But when I went to find Tess in her stunning dusky pink bridesmaid's dress, her room was empty. My beautiful daughter has vanished... and I know I've made a terrible mistake.Only a few short months ago I was so excited to move into my fiancé William's beautiful house. Bringing up a teenager alone hasn't always been easy, but I was so happy we were finally getting the family we always dreamed of.But my grip on this perfect new life started to slip when I discovered a letter from William's childhood sweetheart. He swore she meant nothing to him, but why were they still in touch? And Tess and I used to tell each other everything but she has stopped talking to me, storming out of the room and sneaking out of the house.William is devastated that the ceremony is cancelled and I've forced all our guests to leave, but as I stand amidst the wilting flowers and the discarded champagne glasses, I vow that I will stop at nothing to find my daughter. I know I must start by uncovering the secrets that have been kept from me, the ones I've tried so hard to ignore.But the truth is so shocking that I wonder whether I really know my precious family at all... and whether it will destroy all of us...A totally unputdownable family drama about the secrets that lurk under the glossy surface of a perfect new life. Perfect for fans of Sally Hepworth, Liane Moriarty and Kerry Fisher.Readers love Clare Boyd:'I couldn't stop reading this fabulous book. Had me on the edge of my seat until I reached the mind-blowing conclusion... I couldn't stop reading!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Just wow!... broke my heart into a million little pieces... one of the best books I've ever read... not to be missed!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Extremely addictive... many times I wanted to scream... I couldn't read the book fast enough and was flipping pages until early in the morning.' Bookworm86, ¿¿¿¿¿'Wow wow wow!... Incredibly well written and I was hooked from page one... So many twists and turns.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Gave me the chills, honestly!... I could not stop reading!... Top notch and I will recommend this to everyone!' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Gripping and unputdownable! I was enthralled from the first few pages and couldn't stop.' AGJBooks&Gems, ¿¿¿¿¿

Slamming the door shut behind her, Stephanie takes one last look at the party where her best friends are busy celebrating. As the drinks are poured and music blasts, she disappears into the darkness alone. Some say she was crying. Others think they heard an argument that night. But we never saw her alive again... Ever since our best friend Stephanie was found murdered four years ago, I've been haunted by the feeling that I should have done more. The eight of us at the party were inseparable - and we always thought she was the perfect one. The one who stayed out of trouble. The one who always looked out for us... But when we discover more about the events leading up to that fateful night, I realise that our friend was far from perfect. The golden girl was keeping secrets. Secrets that someone would kill to keep quiet. The more I learn about that night, I realise I never really knew her at all. And as we get closer to the truth of what happened, the threats start. A warning message is keyed onto my car. Then the house is broken into, and my belongings are destroyed. The killer is watching us, and they are coming out of the shadows... But when I find out that Stephanie knew her killer, my blood runs cold. Are they closer to me than I could have ever imagined? And just how far will they go to make sure the truth stays buried forever? This addictive and gripping psychological thriller is perfect for fans of Megan Miranda, Lisa Jewell and Laura Marshall. What readers are saying about The Girl at the Party: "Wow!! I finished this book in one sitting! I could not put it down! Addictive and thrilling are two words that perfectly describe this! I love this! Rocked my socks! Perfect read for a rainy weekend!!!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ "Full of secrets! I LOVED THIS BOOK!... The ending was a total shocker that left me picking my jaw up off the floor. This one kept me engaged from the very first page." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ "This book had my stomach in knots! From the first page until the last I was completely immersed... A gripping and at times heart-wrenching read... Left me shocked!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ "Heart-pounding thriller that left me on the edge of my seat. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this one. Definitely one of the best books this year." Netgalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"Suspenseful, gripping, and fast-paced. I couldn't read this book quick enough to find out what happened." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

It was only supposed to be a small wedding. Intimate and perfect. But my blood turns to ice when I see someone I know wasn't invited. My first husband - who I thought was dead.My world shattered when Declan disappeared five years ago. My grown-up children fell apart without their father, and it was up to me to pick up the pieces of our broken lives.I never thought I'd get married again but then I met George. Some people might think we're moving too fast. But as I look round on our wedding day at our little family, the sounds of laughter and clinking glasses ringing out, I know that I've made the right decision.Until Declan steps out the shadows. He says he still loves me, and now he's back for good. But where has he been all this time?My legs shake so much that I can barely stand... Even though he lied to me so many times, as I stare into Declan's sparkling blue eyes I realise that my new husband can't compare to the love we once shared. But at least I can trust George. Can't I?Before I even have a chance to decide, Declan is found murdered. A chill races down my spine as I realise - his killer must be one of our wedding party. Did Declan bring back secrets that should have stayed buried?Now, we're trapped in this house in the middle of nowhere and my heart pounds as I realise there's no escape. Why is Declan dead? And can I get me and my children out of here before one of us is next...?A totally gripping psychological thriller, packed with secrets and gasp-inducing twists. Fans of Lucy Foley, K.L. Slater and Shalini Boland won't be able to put this down.Readers love Tríona Walsh:'Had me glued to it, turning the pages, wanting to know what would happen next, but not wanting the book to end because it was that riveting!... Simply brilliant... One of the best books I've read... I'd happily give it more than the allowed 5 stars.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'An amazing and enjoyable read!!... almost impossible to put down... I didn't want the book to end. If you like thrillers, twists, and atmospheric storytelling, I think you'll love this one!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Stunned... Brilliant claustrophobic locked-in drama... a wonderful twisty turny plot. An excellent read.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'I read it in one sitting. People kept asking me "why are you glued to your phone?" Because I want to find out whodunnit, duh! It had so many elements I love... had me guessing almost all the way to the end.' Goodreads reviewer'This chilling and twist-filled mystery thriller will leave your heart racing and the pages flying by. Just when I thought I had it all figured out, the author pulls another twist.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

Music from the busy dancefloor echoes into the deserted room where the Prom Queen lies deadly still. A tiara rests on her soft blonde curls, but her face is frozen with fear, and her painted red lips are forever sealed shut in a silenced scream... When Detective Amanda Steele's niece, Ava, begs her to look for a missing schoolfriend, she immediately agrees to take on the case. Eighteen-year-old Reese left home three nights ago after fighting with her mother and hasn't been seen since. But when the teenager's body is discovered brutally murdered, poised dramatically at the prom venue, Amanda is devastated she didn't save the girl in time. Haunted by the scene, Amanda dives headfirst into the case. Chasing every lead, she is horrified when she discovers a potential key witness strangled in her own home. It soon becomes clear that the killer will stop at nothing to silence anyone who might reveal their identity. So when Ava mentions she saw someone acting strangely at the prom venue that night, Amanda's heart stops. And when Amanda's worst nightmare comes true, and her beloved niece is taken, she knows that every second counts to uncover this twisted killer's identity and bring Ava home safely. But can she crack the secrets of this killer's deadly game before it's too late? A completely pulse-pounding and unputdownable crime thriller, perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Robert Dugoni and Rachel Caine. Readers love the Detective Amanda Steele series: "OMG YES. This was an amazing book... I couldn't put it down... Best book I read this year." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"My heart is still beating fast! Wow!! By far, one of the best thrillers I've read in a long time!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"If there was a way to give more than 5 stars, I would! This book is amazing!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"I already can't wait for the next one! This one pulls you in from the very beginning... The mystery is full of action and twists. I absolutely did not see that ending coming." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

There's a dangerous killer lurking by this loch... and only canny Cressida can track them down.Scotland, June 1925. Socialite Cressida Fawcett has been invited to cast her interior design eye over the Stirling family's new seat, Ayrton Castle, up in the Scottish Highlands. Thrilled to be spending the summer at the historic estate, Cressida fills her suitcase with this season's hunting jackets - and some tartan for her little pug Ruby, of course!But before the party is ready to tramp through the glens, shocking news puts paid to their plans. Hamish Glenkirk, former owner of Ayrton, has been found dead inside a turret room of the castle. The door was bolted from the inside, and the room is three storeys up, surrounded by impenetrable stone walls... How did the murderer get in? And out?With Detective Andrews of Scotland Yard at least a day's journey away, Cressida knows she needs to get to the bottom of this case - and fast. There's no end of suspects among the hunting party. Could it be the local doctor whose wife left him for a fling with the now-dead laird? Or is the gamekeeper hiding secrets under his kilt?Just as Cressida is closing in on the truth, a blood-curdling scream echoes through the mist. Another member of the party, and one of the suspects, has been shot. With a wee dram in hand, can Cressida find the killer before the bagpipes play for another victim?An unputdownable and gripping cozy mystery which fans of Agatha Christie, T.E. Kinsey and Lee Strauss will love.What readers are saying about Fliss Chester:'I absolutely loved it... Clever, funny, charming.' T.E. Kinsey, best-selling mystery writer of the Lady Hardcastle series'Absolutely gripping and utterly charming... Packed with wit, glamour and intrigue. The perfect whodunnit.' Strange and Random Happenstance, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿'I devoured it in one sitting... Absolutely fantastic... Will keep you turning the pages and guessing right up until the end!!' Bookworm86'What a rip-roaring adventure!... A classic whodunnit... kept me hooked from start to finish.' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

'As the soldiers arrived on our sandy beaches, a brave young girl hid beautiful leather-bound books. She risked her life to protect the secrets of this island and save the man she loved. I want you to find the books, dear Francesca. Her diary holds the first clue, take it, and uncover her incredible story...' As golden sunlight shimmers across the crystal-clear water, Francesca arrives on the tranquil Italian island of Santa Caterina in search of precious rare books. She quickly discovers she was invited by the island's mysterious owner, alongside handsome local book collector Thiago, to unlock a secret spanning generations. Together, they learn the books were hidden during the Second World War by Helèna, the daughter of a bookseller, who sacrificed everything to save the island's treasures from the Nazis. With only Helèna's diary to guide them, Francesca finds herself growing closer to Thiago, with his deep blue eyes and sun-kissed curls. As they curl up under the stars, piecing together clues in the gentle, rose-scented breeze and retracing Helèna's steps on the quaint cobbled streets, Francesca begins to wonder if she can finally open her heart to a new beginning... But when an unbelievable act of courage and a heartbreaking secret in the final pages of the diary shatters everything she and Thiago thought they knew about Helèna, Francesca realises the remarkable wartime story of love and sacrifice has the power to change both of their lives forever. An unforgettable and emotional story of bravery, love and secrets from the author of Amazon No.1 bestseller The Italian Villa and million-copy bestseller, Watch Over Me. Perfect for fans of Fiona Valpy, Victoria Hislop, and The Letter by Kathryn Hughes, readers will be absolutely hooked on The Bookseller's Daughter. What readers are saying about Daniela Sacerdoti: 'Mesmerising! I was totally hooked... absolutely perfect and just flowed endlessly with such ease. I really can't praise this OUTSTANDING book enough!' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Truly amazing. The story had many heart-warming moments and a few heart-wrenching... I was completely charmed.' One Page at a Time ¿¿¿¿¿'WOW! Could not put it down once I started... Highly recommend.' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

She stumbles into the street in a thin cotton nightdress, tripping in her haste to get away from her house. Her feet are bare, her movements frantic. "I have to get out of here," she pleads. "He's killing me." For weeks, Carolyn Tate's suspicions that her husband is trying to kill her have been ignored-by her neighbors, her friends and even her family. But just two hours after her last attempt to make someone listen, her body is discovered. Carolyn's neighbor, ex-police officer Sally Fairburn, is determined to seek justice for her friend's death. But although Carolyn suspected her husband, Sally finds no evidence he was involved. And Carolyn's best friends are strangely quick to defend him... Sally knows one of Carolyn's friends, Lauren, is hiding something. She can see it in her tear-stained cheeks, averted eyes and tense shoulders: Fear. But just as Lauren's finally ready to come clean, she is murdered in a brutal hit and run. Reeling from Lauren's death, Sally is horrified to receive a series of dropped calls and anonymous flowers, leaving her with the unsettled feeling that she, too, is being followed... Then, on edge but feeling closer than ever to the truth, Sally watches a stranger threaten her teenage son-a finger drawn across his throat. Her world stops. It's not just Sally at risk-everyone she loves is in danger unless she finds the truth... Can Sally stop a brutal killer before more innocent lives are lost? A gripping, addictive crime thriller, perfect for fans of Lisa Regan, Greg Olsen and Melinda Leigh. Be prepared to sleep with the light on... What readers are saying about Her Deadly Truth: "Wow!! Larkin does it again!!! Totally obsessed with the Sally Fairburn series!!!... Kept me up late wanting to know more... Stop whatever you are doing and add all of L.A. Larkin's books to your TBR!!" Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "Great...! This book has it all!... Suspense, intrigue, action, murder, serial killers, great detective work and a great who done it! Kept me glued to my Kindle! I highly recommend reading...! I can't wait for more!" NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "I loved this book... Had me flipping the pages so fast... So many heart pounding moments and lots of non-stop action. I look forward to future books in this series!" @lindzanne1_bookworm, ¿¿¿¿¿ "Wow!... Definitely one of those books that I kept having to read "just one more" chapter... I'll be counting down to the next one." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿

Das champagnerfarbene Ballkleid des Mädchens schimmert im abnehmenden Licht. Sie liegt regungslos auf dem Boden wie eine zarte Porzellanpuppe, für immer gefangen in einem Schlaf, aus dem sie niemals erwachen wird ... Als ein Anruf eingeht, dass eine junge Frau auf einem Schulball tot aufgefunden wurde, lässt Detective Josie Quinn alles stehen und liegen, um zum Tatort zu fahren. Josie glaubt, das Mädchen zu erkennen, aber niemand meldet sich es identifizieren. Beim Durchforsten der Vermisstenakten wird Josie klar, wo sie das Mädchen schon einmal gesehen hat: Gemma Farmers war vor ein paar Monaten verschwunden. Aber warum taucht ihre Leiche jetzt, an ihrem sechzehnten Geburtstag, auf? Josies einziger Anhaltspunkt sind die fünf sauberen kleinen Schnitte auf Gemmas blassem Arm. Tage später taucht ein weiteres vermisstes Mädchen auf, das am Morgen seines Geburtstages tot im Bett liegt - mit den gleichen Narben auf dem Arm wie Gemma. Josie befürchtet, dass die Narben die furchtbare Art eines Serienmörders sind, seine Opfer zu zählen. Aber wo sind die anderen Mädchen, die er getötet hat, und wie viele könnten noch folgen? Der neue absolut nervenaufreibender und packender Thriller der Amazon-, USA Today- und Wall Street Journal-Bestsellerautorin. Perfekt für Fans von Ellen Sandberg, Robert Dugoni und Rachel Caine. Leser:innen lieben Als sie verschwand: In einem Zug verschlungen ... Ich liebe diese Serie! Tropicaldelusions, 5 Sterne Ich habe dieses Buch in zwei Tagen durchgelesen ... ich konnte es nicht weglegen! Ich liebe Josie und ihr Team... NetGalley Rezensentin, 5 Sterne Mein bestes Buch des Jahres! ... Ich konnte es nicht aus der Hand legen ... bin die ganze Nacht aufgeblieben, um es zu beenden ... Ich kann nicht genug davon schwärmen. Lasst alles stehen und liegen und holt euch dieses Buch. Goodreads Rezensent, 5 Sterne WOW! Lisa Regan hat es mal wieder geschafft!!! Schnallt euch an ... und genießt die Fahrt! Absolutereading, 5 Sterne Hat mich bis spät in die Nacht an die Seiten gefesselt ... großartig ... ich habe es geliebt und kann den nächsten Teil der Reihe kaum erwarten. Goodreads Rezensentin, 5 Sterne Ich ... Konnte. Nicht. Aufhören. Zu. Lesen ... WOW. Goodreads Rezensentin Halt dich fest ... unendlich viele Twists. Du denkst, du weißt, was dich erwartet ... und dann BÄM... Katie Mettner Books, 5 Sterne Unglaublich genial!! Ich habe es innerhalb eines Tages gelesen ... es hat mich einfach umgehauen! ... Ein Must-Read. NetGalley Rezensentin, 5 Sterne

Verdammt genial! ... Ich bin süchtig! ... Ich finde nicht die richtigen Worte dafür. Ich weiß nur, dass sich jeder dieses Buch holen sollte ... Einfach großartig! MagpieReviews Im fahlen Schein des Mondlichts schimmern kastanienbraune Locken auf den Felsen. Die Hände sind gefesselt, der zerbrechliche Körper des Mädchens ist schlaff und still. Sekunden später stürzt ein Schwall aus tosendem Wasser herab und verschlingt sie ... Ein Klopfen an der Tür am späten Abend kann für Detective Josie Quinn nichts Gutes bedeuten: Jemand aus ihrem eigenen Team wird vermisst. Die liebenswerte und engagierte Pressesprecherin Amber wurde seit Tagen nicht gesehen. Eine Nachricht, die auf der Windschutzscheibe von Ambers Auto hinterlassen wurde, führt Josie zu einem nahe gelegenen Damm. Aber die Leiche, die sie aus dem Wasser ziehen, ist nicht Amber ... Josie muss die Identität des ertrunkenen Mädchens herausfinden - und die Bedeutung der Zahlen, die in ein Tagebuch auf Ambers Schreibtisch gekritzelt wurden. Aber als die Spur sie zu einer erschütternden Wahrheit über Ambers Familie führt, fragt sich Josie, ob überhaupt jemand ihre Kollegin wirklich kannte ... Und dann tauchen Hinweise über einen Streit in der Nacht von Ambers Verschwinden auf - könnte einer ihrer eigenen Mitarbeiter involviert sein? Amber lebend zu finden, ist Josies einzige Chance, den Fall zu lösen und einen gefährlichen Mörder zu stoppen. Doch wie viele Unschuldige müssen noch sterben, bevor es ihr gelingt? Ein absolut atemberaubender Thriller, der dich die ganze Nacht wachhält. Perfekt für Fans von Melinda Leigh, Ellen Sandberg und Rachel Caine. Leser:innen sind begeistert von Die versunkenen Mädchen: Hat mich tatsächlich bis zum Ende in Atem gehalten ... ein Twist, den ich nicht in einer Million Jahren hätte kommen sehen! ... fesselnd! Goodreads Rezensentin, 5 Sterne Fantastisch ... Herzrasen ... Twists und Familienverrat lassen einen bis spät in die Nacht die Seiten umblättern. Goodreads Rezensentin, 5 Sterne WOW ... von der ersten Seite an gefesselt ... Perfekt! NetGalley Rezensentin, 5 Sterne Schnallt euch an! ... ein wilde Fahrt! ... absolut fantastisch ... Ich habe es geliebt!!! m45, 5 Sterne WOW! Ein nervenaufreibender Pageturner! Linda Strong Book Reviews Absolut genial ... ein fantastisches Buch ... großartig von der ersten Seite bis zum Ende!!! Gebt mir den nächsten Band!! Goodreads Rezensentin, 5 Sterne

Only she knows what really happened that night... It was meant to be a time of celebration, of neighbours chatting over sparkling glasses of wine, enjoying the decadent surroundings of the huge mansion house which overlooked all the houses on Laurel Street. But then my troubled friend Gabbie has a heated argument with her husband. She leaves the party and disappears without a trace. Gabbie's neighbours rally round, painfully aware that Laurel Street has already had its share of tragedy. Years ago, when we were children, my best friend Erin vanished, never to be seen again, after having a secret party in the woods with me and Gabbie as our families celebrated the new year. I want Gabbie to be found safe. I need her to come home. Because if she doesn't, I know that all eyes will be on me as they were years ago. But then I discover that my husband Luke was the last person to see Gabbie alive and I'm reminded of all the times I saw them getting close. As much as I pushed it to the back of my mind, I have to ask, can I really trust them? And worse, is someone about to make me pay for the secret I've been keeping for so long? A totally unputdownable and gripping psychological thriller with a shocking twist for fans of Lisa Jewell, T.M. Logan and Louise Candlish.

¿¿As she scans the dark pine forest, the unmistakable sound of a twig snapping breaks the silent stillness. She isn't alone. She begins to run but she hardly has time to scream before her world goes black... On a secluded path near Black Rock Falls, three bodies lie bloodied and still-the arrows that killed them removed, and polished penny coins carefully placed on their frozen eyes. When Sheriff Jenna Alton and Deputy David Kane are called in, they are shocked to recognise the hallmarks of an infamous serial killer. But he's been in prison for ten years. Jenna is convinced that the attacker knew the trio and lured them into the forest. But who would want to harm three innocent teenagers? And how does a convicted murderer fit in? Jenna knows she must question James Earl Stafford-one of America's most dangerous killers-if she's to save more innocent young lives. With Stafford refusing to give answers, Jenna is convinced that a copycat killer is stalking her small town. And her worst fears are realised when a local fisherman discovers another teenager's lifeless body floating in the shallows of a local watering hole with the same penny coins covering her eyes. As parents panic for their children's lives, Jenna works around the clock to track down the murderer, but little does she know that one of her own team is now being watched. Can Jenna play the killer's wicked game and prevent another life from being taken? Perfect for fans of Lisa Regan, Melinda Leigh and Kendra Elliot, Their Wicked Games is a nail-biting crime thriller from USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author D.K. Hood that will have you hooked from the very first page. **Each Kane and Alton book can be read as part of the series or as a standalone** What readers are saying about Their Wicked Games:"Heart-stopping... The action is non-stop." Harlequin Junkie, 5 stars "Wow! What a rollercoaster ride of intrigue and mayhem." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars "My heart was in my mouth... I couldn't turn the pages quick enough... Oh my goodness!" Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars "Another five-star outing, the series just keeps getting better and better and better, and this one is a true edge-of-your-seat thriller." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars "Thrilling... Amazing... I started chapter 39 as I decided to make myself a cup of tea. I was so overwhelmed by emotions and sucked so deep into the story, I forgot about it and ended up with a stone-cold drink. But it was worth it. No doubt about that... This was on hell of a book, for sure." B for Bookreview, 5 stars "From the very start you're hooked and pulled into the story that is full of surprises." Spooky's Maze of Books, 5 stars What readers are saying about D.K. Hood:"Oh wow, I can't say enough about this one!! So good!! Literally had me guessing until the reveal... Captivated." Sip_andread, 5 stars "I blew through this like the wind! Fantastic read!" NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars "Wow! Still trying to catch my breath." NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

I pull back the blanket to take another peek at my beautiful baby boy. My heart flatlines. He isn't there. "Where is he?" I cry, my whole body trembling. But my husband just shakes his head. "Darling... we don't have a baby." What is he talking about? Stumbling to my feet, I look frantically at the highchair, the playmat in the corner, the sofa. I need to find my little boy. Limbs like ice, I rush toward the stairs, shouting my son's name. But my husband grabs my arms and gently reminds me there is no baby here. I can't listen. I don't understand how our child isn't in our home. I don't know who could have taken him. I just know I have to find him. Climbing the stairs two at a time, my hand is already stretching toward the nursery door, but my husband overtakes, blocking my way. He forces me to face him. I think I can hear the baby mobile over the crib. I can practically smell the newborn smell. But my husband sighs and shakes his head. He says it again, firmly this time, as a tear tracks down my cheek: "We don't have a baby." I blink rapidly, my breathing ragged. I think he expects me to agree. But I know that my son is real. I can feel his weight in my arms. And I will stop at nothing to get him back...An absolutely gripping psychological thriller that will have your heart racing. Prepare yourself for jaw-dropping, mind-blowing twists! Perfect for fans of addictive page-turners like The Housemaid, The Family Across the Street and The Family Upstairs. What readers are saying about The Homemaker: "UNREAL, sooooooo good!... What a plot, I ABSOLUTELY LOVED this novel... I'm sad I'm done reading it." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "What did I just read??!! I'm speechless... So flipping good... Grasps you from the first page until the last word. The twists and turns make this one book you won't be able to put down. Be prepared to dive in and not come up for air until you hit the end!" Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "This story was sooo good... Boy oh boy the writer had twists up her sleeve I did not see coming... Left me sitting with my mouth wide open... I am a big fan. 5 stars." B For Book Review, ¿¿¿¿¿

They lie on the hillside, wearing matching white dresses, tiaras in their blonde hair. Each of them clutches a red rose. They could be sleeping, but frost shines on the lashes of their wide blue eyes, frozen open forever... Detective Lexi Bennett is devastated when she finds the two teenagers lying side by side on the quiet green hillside, their throats cut. Convinced this is no ordinary killer, she vows to draw on all her profiling experience to find justice for these beautiful girls who will never have the chance to grow up. But when the victims are identified as Lucy and Eden Carter, Lexi's blood turns cold. The sisters were triplets - and the third girl, Paige, is missing. The case suddenly feels frighteningly personal. Lexi was a triplet too, and she and her sisters were abducted as teens. Two of them escaped but Lexi's dreams are still haunted by memories of the faceless man who took them, and her sister Rose, who she never saw again. Her boss thinks she's too close to the case, but Lexi is sure the monster who took her is back with a message. She throws herself into the investigation, hunting down every clue, certain that time is running out to save Paige. Then she returns home to find the back door open and Rose's diary on the kitchen table. As she traces her beloved sister's handwriting, her heart breaking, Lexi swears she will not rest until this brutal monster is caught. Will the diary help her find him before Paige is killed? Or is she walking into a trap designed just for her? A completely compelling serial killer thriller that will make your pulse race on every page. Fans of Karin Slaughter, Angela Marsons and J M Dalgliesh will love The Girls on Chalk Hill. See what readers are saying about The Girls on Chalk Hill: '5 WELL-DESERVED STARS! You will want to read this in one sitting because you are on the edge of your seat the entire time... I was mad at life getting in the way!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'WOW. I don't know how to put into words how amazing this book was... I was on my seat the whole time... A MUST-READ.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Absolutely brilliant police procedural! I am more than impressed with Lexi Bennett and her team!... Fast-paced and a true page-turner! I cannot wait for the next in this series... 5/5 stars.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Absolutely loved... I highly recommend this read. It will completely absorb you.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'GRIPPING. One of the best mystery thrillers I've read in a while. I was constantly on the edge of my seat, trying to second guess what was going to happen... so compelling and there was a real race against time feel which had me racing through... I can't wait to see how this series develops.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

O mein Gott!!! ... Das spannendste Buch, das ich seit langem gelesen habe, wenn nicht überhaupt!!! ... Sag alle deine Termine ab, denn man kann es wirklich nicht mehr aus der Hand legen ... Was für ein Twist! ... Wenn du nur ein Buch in deinem Leben liest, dann entscheide dich unbedingt für dieses!!! Bookworm86, ¿¿¿¿¿ Manchmal verbergen die schönsten Fassaden die schrecklichsten Geheimnisse ... Alle wollen in der der hübschen, von Bäumen gesäumten Hogarth Street wohnen. Die frisch zugezogene Familie West passt perfekt hierhin. Katherine und John wirken wie ein harmonisches und verliebtes Paar, und ihre fünfjährigen Zwillinge spielen ständig lachend in ihrem makellosen Vorgarten. Doch schon bald fallen den Nachbarn seltsame Dinge auf. Warum nehmen die Wests nicht an den Grillpartys teil? Warum schlagen sie Angebote zum Babysitten aus? Warum bitten sie einen nie herein, wenn man an der Tür klopft? Jede Familie hat Geheimnisse. Und am heißesten Tag des Jahres kommt die Wahrheit ans Licht. Während sich hinter verschlossenen Türen eine Tragödie abspielt, wird der stille Morgen durch das Heulen der Sirenen unterbrochen. Und einem Bewohner nach dem anderen wird klar: Die Hogarth Street wird nie wieder dieselbe sein. Ein absolut spannungsgeladener Psychothriller. Perfekt für Fans von Clare Mackintosh, Liane Moriarty und Melanie Raabe. Leser:innen sind begeistert von Die Familie gegenüber: Wow!!! Wow!!! Wow!!! Ein absoluter Pageturner, bei dem man auf jeder Seite miträtselt. Nach der Hälfte dachte ich, ich hätte die Auflösung herausgefunden und dann BÄM! Das Ende hat mich umgehauen. Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ O mein Gott! O mein Gott! ... Die Spannung hat mich fertig gemacht! ... Mein Herz schlägt immer noch wie verrückt. Ana's Attic Guest Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ O mein GOTT!!!!!! ... Ich war noch nie von der ersten Seite an so gefesselt von einem Buch. Fantastisch, emotional und einfach nur wow! NetGalley Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ Absolut großartig! ... So, so gut, mit so vielen Twists ... Ich konnte es nicht aus der Hand legen und habe es innerhalb von 24 Stunden gelesen! Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ Die Geschichte hat mich total in ihren Bann gezogen und ich war süchtig! Das wird dich sowas von umhauen! @oh.happy.reading, ¿¿¿¿¿ Ich merke, dass ich den Begriff ¿Pageturner¿ zu oft verwende, aber DIES war ein echter Pageturner. Ich habe es in einem Rutsch gelesen. Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ Wow, ich habe dieses Buch so sehr geliebt ... Ich war die ganze Zeit über gefesselt. Ich konnte es beim besten Willen nicht weglegen. Blue Moon Blogger, ¿¿¿¿¿

'Fantastic page-turner!!! An absolute must read... Heartbreaking... I was completely absorbed from the first page... My heart was in my throat... ABSOLUTELY loved this.' Bookworm86 ¿¿¿¿¿ Twin sisters. One destiny. Until... 'There are some things, that once divided, can never be put back together.' Jodie and Harper are destined to be on the West End stage side by side. They've lived and worked on that dream all their lives but, in a split second, their world divides. Harper is left disabled after a black taxi ploughs into her and Jodie has to return to her stage career alone.After the accident, the doctors tell Harper she will live, but she'll be a wheelchair user. Jodie vows to never leave her side, but Harper knows that's not what she needs. Having never been apart, for the first time, Harper needs time and space to adjust to her new life, and she recognises her sister needs to do the same.Facing life without her best friend is harder than Harper thought and, as the time comes for them to reunite, she senses something is wrong. Her sister has disappeared. Harper has been so focussed on her recovery, she's forgotten the promise they made to each other: that they would stick together, no matter what.As she begins to search for Jodie, she has a horrible feeling in her chest... If something has happened to her twin sister, can she find her way back to her before it's too late?A heartbreaking and gripping emotional read, perfect for fans of unputdownable family dramas, and for those who love reading Jodi Picoult, Liane Moriarty and Diane Chamberlain. Praise for A Life Lived Beautifully: 'I have been through an emotional wringer... a tearjerker.' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I LOVED it. An unputdownable addictive emotional rollercoaster.' Bookworm86 ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I absolutely loved this!... I was hooked... read this in one sitting.' Nat's Bookish Corner ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Heartbreaking and unforgettable.' Goodreads reviewer'I couldn't put it down!' Goodreads reviewer'OMG. I cried... This book will rip you apart, but make you smile.' Opened Book¿¿

WOW, WAS FÜR EIN FANTASTISCHES BUCH!!!! ... Von der ersten bis zur letzten Seite ist man gefesselt! Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ Lass mich raus! Bitte ... Mit den Fäusten hämmere ich gegen die Tür, aber meine Stimme wird nur von den Steinwänden zurückgeworfen und hängt dann in der Luft wie an Spinnweben. Doch niemand kommt ... Lottie Parker wird zu einem entlegenen Farmhaus in der irischen Einöde gerufen. Was sie dort vorfindet, zeugt von unglaublicher Wut und Gewalt: überall Glasscherben, zerschlagene Möbel, der geschundene Körper einer Frau in einer Blutlache. Außerdem eine schwarze Regenjacke, die Lottie ahnen lässt, wer der Mörder ist. Doch dann macht sie eine erschütternde Entdeckung: Steht dieser Mord in Verbindung zu einem alten Fall in einer Nervenheilanstalt? Ein Fall, mit dem ihr Vater betraut war, kurz bevor er sich umbrachte. Als ein weiteres Opfer mit herausgetrennter Zunge auf den Stufen der Einrichtung gefunden wird und ein junges Mädchen verschwindet, weiß Lottie, sie muss schnell handeln. Kann sie sich ihren eigenen Ängsten stellen und die Wahrheit ans Licht bringen, bevor noch jemand sein Leben verliert? Ein unglaublich fesselnder Pageturner der Bestseller-Autorin von Die vergessenen Kinder und Die geraubten Mädchen. Perfekt für Fans von Rachel Abbott, Karin Slaughter und Robert Dugoni. Was Leser über Das verlorene Kind sagen: Wow ... Ich konnte dieses Buch nicht aus der Hand legen. ... 5 dicke, fette Sterne - ihr müsst dieses Buch lesen! Bonnie's Book Talk, ¿¿¿¿¿ Ich muss mich erstmal wieder sammeln ... Patricia Gibney hat mich umgehauen ... und ich will nur noch mehr. Sweet Little Book Blog, ¿¿¿¿¿ Ich habe dieses Buch total geliebt. Orchard Book Club, ¿¿¿¿¿ Fesselnd, atemberaubend und auf die beste Art und Weise wahnsinnig! Chocolate n Waffles, ¿¿¿¿¿ Wenn ihr auf der Suche nach einem spannungsgeladenen Thriller seid, der euch bis weit nach dem Zubettgehen in Atem hält, dann sind die Bücher der D.I. Lottie Parker-Serie genau das Richtige! Butterfly's Nooknerdia, ¿¿¿¿¿ Langsam baut sich die Spannung auf, die sich während des gesamten Buches steigert und in einer schockierenden Wendung gipfelt, und einem den Atem raubt. Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ Das Buch ist von Anfang an voller Action und lässt bis zur letzten Seite nicht locker. Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿

Ein leckeres Stück Kuchen, eine heiße Tasse Tee und eine große Portion Romantik. Willkommen in der kleinen Dorfbäckerei. Ein gebrochenes Herz zwingt Millie zu einem Neuanfang, und als sie in der alten Bäckerei in dem kleinen Dorf Honeybourne ankommt, ist sie fest entschlossen, sie zu ihrem neuen Zuhause zu machen. Aber ohne fließendes Wasser und mit einer dicken Staubschicht scheint ihre Vorstellung vom gemütlichen Kuchenbacken in einer ländlichen Idylle in weiter Ferne. Zum Glück nehmen die Einheimischen sie freundlich auf und springen ein, um Millie zu helfen. Dylan, einer der Dorfbewohner und ein lässiger Charmeur, fällt ihr schnell ins Auge. Doch gerade als Millie beginnt, sich einzuleben, taucht plötzlich ein unerwarteter Besucher auf, der entschlossen ist, ihr alles zu vermiesen. Es ist an der Zeit, dass Millie sich ihrer Vergangenheit stellt, wenn sie ihren Traum der kleinen Dorfbäckerei und ihrer aufblühenden Liebe mit Dylan Wirklichkeit werden lassen will. Ein charmanter, herzerwärmender Roman über die Liebe, das Leben und Neuanfänge.Perfekt für Fans von Julie Caplin, Debbie Johnson und Katie Jay Adams. Leser:innen lieben Die kleine Dorfbäckerei: Eine absolut wunderbare Sommerlektüre zum Wohlfühlen. Dieses Buch war ein wahres Lesevergnügen, das ich in einem Zug verschlungen habe. The Reading Shed Ich habe es absolut geliebt. Die Handlung wird zu einer Geschichte über Liebe, Freundschaft, Vertrauen, Sehnsucht und so viel mehr. Ich werde mehr von dieser talentierten Autorin lesen. Haven't Got a Clue War gefesselt... Wirklich entzückend. The Book Jotter Dies ist eine bezaubernde Geschichte über Neuanfänge, neue Freunde und ein Dorf, das zusammenhält. Große Lesempfehlung. Shelley Back Books Geh in deinen Garten mit einem kühlen Getränk und vielleicht etwas Kuchen und genieß diese wunderschöne Sommerlektüre. Portobello Books Ich habe diese Geschichte geliebt, sie hatte von allem etwas: Romantik, Herzschmerz, Geheimnisse und sogar ein bisschen Magie. Ich werde auf jeden Fall die Fortsetzung lesen. Mum Reinvented Ich habe Honeybourne geliebt; es ist die Art von Ort, an dem ich zu gern leben würde. Dies ist eine süße, unterhaltsame Lektüre. Cayo Costa

A new home. A loving wife. A secret that could kill...With its peeling wallpaper and overgrown garden I know our new home isn't perfect. But my husband Ben promises it's the fresh start we need. I remind myself that he's an amazing father to our two children, and that we have years of happy marriage behind us. He's been distant for months but I'm desperate to believe the move will bring us back together.When I meet our next-door neighbour Sara, I'm immediately relieved. She's so welcoming and full of local gossip. But the moment she meets Ben I'm sure an angry frown flickers across her smiling face. Later he says I'm imagining things...Why is my husband lying?Then one night as I tuck our children into bed, the silence is broken by a knock on the front door. A stranger is standing on our doorstep. I turn to look at Ben's face as he stares at her with unconcealed fury. Has he met this woman before? Nothing could prepare me for what she says:I know who you are. Get out of my house.If you enjoyed reading The Housemaid, The Perfect Marriage and The Wife, you will love My Husband's House. Gripping and totally addictive, you'll be hooked from the first page.What readers are saying about Sheryl Browne:'My heart is still racing writing this review! What an absolute corker... Everything about it was perfect. Completely addictive, a cast of strong characters, secrets and lies flying all over the place and those twists were magnificent and just kept on coming! No wonder my heart was racing so fast!!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Wow! Just wow! When I sat down to read yesterday, I didn't plan on reading the entire book... Writing hooked me from the beginning, kept me enchanted from the first page to the last, and didn't let me go until I finished.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars'Where to even start?! What a fabulous book. It really does have everything you'd want in a thriller - the twists and turns, a good pace, that ominous atmosphere that builds throughout and so many jaw-dropping reveals!... Your head will spin!' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

I finally have everything I've ever wanted: a career saving lives, my dream home among the pines, and my caring fiancé, Elton. He doesn't know about my past. And I'll do anything to keep it that way... I'm so excited for my life with Elton-we've even discussed which room would make the perfect nursery. And we're working together in our new jobs in the ICU at Portland General hospital. But when I walk in on my first day, I see my ex-husband Jameson. His familiar broad shoulders are unmistakable in his white doctor's coat. The shock knocks the air from my lungs. I'm thrown back to the moment Jameson and I gathered around that hospital bed as the steady beeping on the monitor slowed. We did something unforgivable that day.And for the first time, I saw who Jameson truly was.The truth scared me more than I can explain.So I ran. If Jameson tells Elton what I did, I'll lose everything. Will he destroy my new, perfect life? Is he still a danger to the innocent patients all around us? And how far will I have to go to stop him? The Good Doctor is a totally twisty, rollercoaster ride of a psychological thriller that will have you glued to the pages late into the night. Fans of Freida McFadden, My Lovely Wife and The Couple Next Door will love it! Readers love Jessica Payne: "OMG!!! What an absolutely EXPLOSIVE, non-stop, action-packed, suspense-rammed thriller!!! I just could not put it down!!!... One of the best books I have ever read... Do not even think about picking this up until you have cleared your schedules as you will NOT be able to put it down!!! Absolutely amazing." Bookworm86, ¿¿¿¿¿ "WOW I am absolutely blown away... Fantastically twisty!... had my jaw on the floor... an extremely tense ride. Jessica Payne is a force to be reckoned with!" @the.grim.readers, ¿¿¿¿¿ "5 WELL DESERVED STARS! I was mad at life getting in the way preventing me from finishing this in one day!... Perfect, thrilling, heart-stopping... Once you start the first chapter you will not be able to stop!" @cabingirlreads, ¿¿¿¿¿ "What a blast this book is!... I couldn't put it down. I read way into the night because I could. not. stop. I am exhausted today and don't care. Totes worth it!!" NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "What. Just. Happened?!??... Shockers along the way that make you yell 'WHAT?'... My jaw did not stop dropping... A new fave author for me!" @caffeinereadrepeat, ¿¿¿¿¿ "THIS is the thriller we've all been waiting for... I honestly could not put this book down and read it well into the night. I had to know what happened next!... A pulse-pounding, edge-of-your-seat thriller." A Couple of B's, ¿¿¿¿¿

If these children could heal, shouldn't Rosie be able to as well? What made her grief so strong that it kept her from trying again, from learning to live, to really live, and to love once more? 1945, England: When Rosie Lyman travels to the Lake District as a volunteer to help children rescued from the horror of the concentration camps after the Second World War, she hopes that by caring for the young orphans, she can distract herself from the loss of the man she loves and her beloved daughter. From the moment the children arrive, Rosie is rushed off her feet as she welcomes the new arrivals. But when she notices one particularly quiet girl, who has isolated herself from the other children, Rosie senses a wealth of sadness inside Frieda similar to her own and becomes determined to help her. As she struggles to connect with the young girl, Rosie meets one of the adults traveling with the children, Leon Rosenblat. And although they don't always see eye to eye, as they begin to care for the orphans, Rosie senses a warmth within him, and soon finds herself thinking about his kind smile, dark hair and glittering brown eyes... But as time passes, Rosie finds her own grief harder to contain. And as she watches Frieda and the other children begin to heal, she realises she must face her own heartbreak and loss. Is Rosie brave enough to share her story? And, if she is, will she finally be able to trust her heart once more? The sixth novel in the unmissable page-turning Amherst Island series, set after the Second World War in England, this unputdownable and truly gripping read is perfect for fans of The Orphan Sisters and My Name is Eva. Readers are loving The Last Orphan: "Unmissable... Page-turning... It was a case of 'just one more chapter' every night." Goodreads reviewer "I have read the whole series and have enjoyed each book immensely, but this one is my absolute favourite!... Beautiful... Heart-wrenching... Thought-provoking and inspirational." Christian Novel Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿ "A powerful story... I re-read it multiple times." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Beautiful... Definitely worth the read!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "This is a series that just keeps giving... Heartbreaking." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "A lovely moving book... I really enjoyed this book from start to finish." Wowhats Blog ¿¿¿¿¿ "A story of heartbreak and loss... Heartbreaking."

The little girl fidgets in her seat, wringing the ends of her scarf in a rush of panic. She tugs at the car door handle but it doesn't open. Tears well in her eyes. "I want my mommy." Four years ago, six young girls were snatched from the streets of quiet, suburban Pioneer Heights-chilling, fake "missing" posters of each victim hung around town just before they were taken. Ex-police officer Sally Fairburn has always been haunted by the case and their inability to bring the girls home. Having lost her own daughter, she knows only too well the pain it brings... Four years on, the wide brown eyes and neat braids of twelve-year-old Anna Moorhouse-the last girl to disappear-still plague Sally's dreams. She has never stopped fighting to bring the devastated families back together, but all leads have gone cold. Until Sally receives a chilling call out of the blue: their former main suspect, in prison for another crime, wants to talk to her... alone. Desperate for answers, Sally races to interview him. But a horrifying discovery stops her in her tracks: a missing poster-on her daily running route, in the same style used four years ago-with Sally's own face on it... Not only is Sally in grave danger, but the more threats she receives, the more convinced she becomes that the killer is a lot closer to home than she ever could have imagined... But can Sally finally catch him before any more innocents disappear-and before Sally herself becomes his next victim...? Fans of Lisa Regan, Greg Olsen and Melinda Leigh will love this gripping new crime thriller series. Prepare to stay up all night! What readers are saying about Next Girl Missing: "Whoa!! I loved this book! It had everything!!... Had me glued to my Kindle! Highly recommend!... I'm going straight to book two after this!... I can't wait for more! Definitely don't miss out on this one!" NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "Wow!! Stayed up late to finish this one... By far one of my favorite books. L.A. Larkin you are a literary genius!... You will not want to miss this captivating, edge of your seat thriller." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "Amazing book... I literally couldn't stop reading it. I read it in one night... You immerse yourself in it and you can't get out... 100% recommended." Jen Reads Books, ¿¿¿¿¿

Ihr Kopf pocht, als sie die Treppe hinaufstolpert, weg von der dröhnenden Musik und dem Lärm der Partygäste. Als sie sich auf das Bett in einem der dunklen, leeren Zimmer setzt, hört sie, wie die Tür hinter ihr abgeschlossen wird. Sie ist nicht allein... Als die Leiche der Studentin Chrissie Lowe auf dem Boden der Dusche gefunden wird, deuten lange Schnitte entlang ihrer Arme darauf hin, wie sie zu Tode gekommen ist. Doch Blutergüsse an Oberarmen und Oberschenkeln lassen Detective Jenna Alton vermuten, dass mehr hinter Chrissies Tod steckt. Schon bald führen sie die Spuren zu einer Party, die nur wenige Stunden vor dem Auffinden von Chrissies Leiche zu Ende ging. Die Studentin wurde gesehen, wie sie während der Party in das Zimmer eines College-Football-Stars ging. Nur wenige Stunden später stirbt ein weiterer Partygast bei einem fragwürdigen Unfall in der Campus-Sporthalle und Jenna ist überzeugt, dass die Todesfälle zusammenhängen. Aber die Studenten schweigen - selbst als eine weitere Leiche auf dem Gelände gefunden wird. Jenna schleust einen ihrer Deputys undercover im College ein und hofft, dass sie damit nicht auch sein Schicksal besiegelt. Kann sie den Mörder finden, bevor noch mehr junge Menschen getötet werden? Fans von Lisa Regan, Karin Slaughter und Rachel Caine werden diesen absolut fesselnden Thriller der USA-Today-Bestsellerautorin D.K. Hood lieben. **Jedes Buch von Kane und Alton kann als Teil der Serie oder als eigenständiges Buch gelesen werden** Was die Leser:innen über Endloses Schweigen sagen: Wow. Wow. Wow. D.K. Hood hat es wieder geschafft ... Ich kann einfach nicht genug von dieser Serie bekommen. Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ O mein Gott ... Ich habe dieses Buch buchstäblich verschlungen ... Es hat mich von Anfang an gefesselt. Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ D.K. Hood hat es wieder geschafft. Absolut genial!!! Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ Sobald ich dieses Buch angefangen hatte, konnte ich es nicht mehr weglegen - 5 Sterne von mir! Ich liebe diese Serie einfach. NetGalley Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ Das Buch wird dich von der ersten Seite an fesseln und bis zum Schluss nicht mehr loslassen. Schnall dich an und mach dich bereit ... es wird eine Achterbahnfahrt sein, aus der du nicht austeigen möchtest! Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ Großartiges Buch! Hat mich von Anfang bis Ende in seinen Bann gezogen. Jede Menge Spannung und Twists. Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ O mein Gott, ein weiterer Pageturner ... Die Spannung und der Nervenkitzel haben mich an meinen Sessel gefesselt ... Ein weiterer Must-Read in dieser fesselnden und fantastischen Serie. Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿

Sean pulls me to him, and we both laugh happily, as we stroll home from our favourite wine bar. It's our first evening out since our baby girl was born. I've only thought about Kitty a couple of times, wondering if she's settled without my goodnight kiss. But our perfect night is shattered when I see the police car and the two officers on the front steps of our home... Someone has reported our sweet baby missing. When I rush inside the house and mercifully find our little girl tucked up inside her crib, you'll think that's the end of the story. And when Sean says a prayer of thanks, the police close the case and I hold Kitty in a tight embrace, you'll feel grateful it was all one big mistake. But you'll be wrong. You don't know what I did fifteen years ago, the lies I've told or the reason I desperately want the police out of my house. I'm sure the person who reported Kitty missing knows everything about my past... You don't know how much danger I'm in. Or how far I'll go to keep my family safe... Utterly captivating and gripping until the final page, The Night Out is perfect for fans of The Family Upstairs, The Housemaid and The Marriage. What readers are saying about Wendy Clarke: 'I COULD NOT PUT THIS BOOK DOWN. I didn't even realise I hadn't eaten because I was too busy reading... It was gripping, it was tense, fast-paced and full of twists, it was so unpredictable that I just didn't even know who I was anymore. I loved it.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'OMG!! WOW!!... OH YES!!!... a book that EVERYONE will be talking about!! I can see this being a bestseller... BOY. OH. BOY... Incredible read!!... Clear your schedule for this book!... Will suck you in like never before!... Mind-blowing... LOVED this book!' Heidi Lynn Book Reviews, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I LOVED THIS PHENOMENAL, GRIPPING BOOK. I raced through it, it consumed me in its pages... A shocking conclusion which left me gobsmacked... Brilliant... HOOKS YOU FROM THE START. LOVED IT! LOVED IT! LOVED IT!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'One word, brilliant!... I felt dizzy and loved every single minute... had me gripped from page one, and just as I thought I had the plot figured out, another twist happened.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Holy heck!! I have no words for this book! It was twisted beyond measure! I couldn't turn the pages fast enough! This book will be with me for a long time to come!' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Literally had me missing a heartbeat because I just couldn't work out where this story was leading me... Had me hook, line and sinker 'til the very end... My eyes were on stalks reading the last couple of pages. Wow.' Echoes in an Empty Room, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'A real rollercoaster of suspense, lies & twists. One of the best psychological thrillers I've read this year. I made my mind up many times, only to be proven wrong each time. The last 30 pages had me almost holding my breath.' @raena_reads, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

One holiday could change her life forever. When Tania is invited to spend the summer with her aunt Judith on the stunning Greek island of Crete, she's torn. She hasn't been able to bring herself to travel since her last vacation romance utterly broke her heart. But is it time to put the past behind her? Taking in gorgeous views of the turquoise harbour and white beaches from the little village, Tania can't imagine a better place to be. Until, at the villa, preparing a delicious moussaka together, Tania sees her aunt's beaming smile falter. And it's clear the normally sparkling and lively Judith is unwell. Not wanting to show just how worried she is, Tania sets off for a refreshing dip in the crystal sea to clear her head - and when grumpy, handsome local Nicos bumps right into her, Tania brushes off his apologies. She has too much on her plate to jump at the first Greek god she sees. So, when Nicos turns up at the door offering to help her aunt, it's not just Tania's racing pulse that catches her by surprise. And as he opens up about his own family, she sees the kind heart underneath the brooding demeanour and impressive muscles. But, with her aunt thankfully on the mend, the sun is setting on Tania's time in Greece. Until Nicos promises her the life of her dreams - if she would only stay in Crete. Now she must choose between the safety of her life back home or taking a chance on love. She can't risk her heart on another holiday romance... can she?You will be swept away to the golden sands of Greece in this gorgeous feel-good summer romance, full of love, laughter and new beginnings! Perfect for fans of Kate Frost, Jenny Colgan and My Mamma Mia Summer. What readers are saying about Sue Roberts: 'I simply loved this book! It transported me to a Greek beach and was a ray of sunshine during the two cloudy days that I read it... one of the best books I have ever read... I adored this book.' Bibbidi Bobbidi Book Reviews, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Absolutely fantastically gorgeous... I was absolutely devastated when I came to the end of this book as I was truly whisked away to Greece feeling the sand on my feet and looking at the stunning views... An absolutely gorgeous book!!... I absolutely adored.' Bookworm86, ¿¿¿¿¿'Ahh... gorgeous... a fantastic story... lots of laugh-out-loud moments... I literally flew through the pages... I loved every minute... I was literally glued to my Kindle for 3 consecutive days... brilliant.' The Cosiest Corner¿¿¿¿'Even as I'm at home, I feel like I've been to Greece, swam in its beaches and eaten Greek food. I will be re-reading this book every summer!' Goodreads Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Completely absorbs you in the stunning atmosphere of Greece... it kept me hooked from start to end, I read it in one sitting... Unputdownable.' Bookworm86, ¿¿¿¿¿

The biting wind whips around the crystal-clear waters of the lake. The girl sits with her eyes open, as if transfixed by the waves on the shoreline, but she has taken her last breath... When Detective Morgan Brookes is called to Lake Thirlmere one frosty night, she's devastated to find the body of a young woman positioned in front of the glistening reservoir. She has ligature marks on her limbs, glue residue on her eyes, and her beautiful face is as cold as ice. Knowing only a dangerous serial killer would arrange a scene so carefully, Morgan is in a race against time to stop them before more innocent lives are lost. The victim is twenty-year-old Jasmine Armer and her mother is distraught to hear that her beautiful daughter is gone. And Morgan is shocked when she learns that Jasmine's father recently committed suicide at the same picturesque spot. The killer must have known the family. Then Morgan receives a terrifying package at the station of an intricate death mask. She immediately recognises Jasmine's long lashes and perfectly-plump lips. With the killer taunting her, Morgan knows time is running out. And then Morgan gets the heart-shattering call that her friend, Emily, has been killed. Ligature marks on Emily's arms are identical to Jasmine's. Heartbroken Morgan knows this isn't the end of the killer's twisted game, but can she track them down before they take another life? A non-stop thrill ride from the very first chapter to the final, epic conclusion. Fans of Angela Marsons, Rachel Abbott and Lisa Regan will be glued to the pages of this addictive rollercoaster of a read. What readers are saying about Helen Phifer: 'Wow!!!... I did NOT in a million years see THAT coming!!!... I smashed this in one sitting and could not sleep until I finished it which ended up being 3am!!!... Absolutely unputdownable page-turning book... Absolutely LOVED IT... I was just gobsmacked by the twist... Will stay with me for a long time.' Bookworm86, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I devoured it over two evenings (I was working both days or I'd have read it quicker) - and I stayed up until WAY past my bedtime on the first night because I didn't want to put it down!' Urban Sapphire, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I read this book in one sitting... I was hooked from the first page... OMG what a case... a real rollercoaster of a read... will get your heart pumping. I absolutely loved it.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'My heart is still pounding hours after the last page. Oh my God what a heart-stopping read... I had goosebumps. I had chills... It grabs you from page one... hold tight until the last page and beyond.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'What a book!... I found myself holding my breath and having to read the last few chapters on into the early hours of the morning because I just needed to find out what happened.' Mrs Bloggs' Books, ¿¿¿¿¿

"Help," a tiny voice cried out into the darkness. Little Betsy trembled, praying someone would hear her, save her. "Please," she whimpered. "I'm scared."On the hottest day of the year, as a heatwave takes hold of the Appalachian Mountains, a five-year-old girl goes missing. Just as the sun is setting, a family vacation becomes a worst nightmare-Betsy, with her green eyes, ponytail and rainbow t-shirt-disappears in the woods by Widow Lake. Detective Ellie Reeves is straight on the scene, promising Betsy's heartbroken parents that she will stop at nothing to find their precious daughter.Hours later, Ellie is called back to the lake. One of her team have discovered some remains near where Betsy disappeared. The bones belong to a local girl, Amy Dean, who vanished ten years ago to the day, along with her two-year-old baby girl Paisley. But why was Paisley never reported missing? And could she still be alive?Ellie is suddenly up against the toughest case of her career. Her instincts tell her that the two cases are somehow connected, and she works day and night to uncover the link. When she comes across some little graves beside the water's edge, she knows she needs to stop the evil lurking around this tranquil lake.When Ellie discovers a notebook scrawled with the handwriting of a little girl, it could be the breakthrough she needs. Can she unravel a decades-old mystery, and stop the monster claiming innocent lives?This totally addictive and jaw-dropping crime thriller will have your heart racing as you fly through the pages! Perfect for fans of Melinda Leigh, Lisa Regan and Kendra Elliot.What everyone is saying about Widow Lake:'Had me completely immersed in the storyline from the first chapter. This book's gripping plotline, intense dark mysteries and heart-pounding suspense had me eagerly turning pages to see what would happen next. Simply put it's unputdownable!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Wow wow wow! Omg my heart! What a book! So many different emotions! This book had it all! It had suspense, intrigue, action, murder, multiple serial killers, great police work and so many crazy twists and turns! It was really sad at times and some great heart-felt moments! I can't wait to see what happens next! The storyline was so very interesting and kept me glued to my Kindle! I highly recommend reading this book and series! They're well worth reading! I would give this book ten stars if I could!' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Thrilling and utterly compulsive! An incredible read, impossible to put down. Incredible storytelling! Recommend you read this book! A captivating story that I was drawn into from the first page, a propulsive read that never let me go from start to finish!' Goodreads reviewer'Another heart stopping, action filled thriller. Once again, the characters were extremely well developed and the plot flowed seamlessly from scene to scene. This thriller was a bit more sinister than some, with lots of twists and turns and surprises. There were many characters and the way they were all connected at the end was shocking. Could not put this book down, had to know how everything was going to end. Highly recommend.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

My future hangs in the balance. They're questioning both of us and every word I say matters. I need to be careful - it's my word against his, and I can't afford to lose... Thirteen years ago. Teenager Lucie babysits our little son Henry. She's like the daughter I never had. And she believes we're the perfect family - just me, my husband and Henry. But Lucie doesn't really know what's happening behind closed doors. Until one night, she sees something so awful she leaves. And my family is never the same again... Now, Lucie has reached out, desperate for my help. It's been thirteen years of silence, but I would recognise her voice anywhere. She's back: and so are the secrets she took with her. What did she see that night? And does she know my side of the story, or only his? I hope she knows what she's doing. Because there is no line I won't cross to protect the ones I love - or the secrets I've worked so hard to hide... An absolutely gripping psychological thriller where no one is who they seem, that will make your heart pound and your jaw drop! Perfect for fans of addictive page-turners like The Housemaid, The Family Across the Street and The Family Upstairs. What readers are saying about My Word Against His: 'Wow!! What a ride this book is!... Twists and turns that made me literally gasp out loud! Explosive reading which makes you constantly question everything you've already know.' @roxyrecommends, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'OMG!! No review is going to do this masterpiece justice!... Hooks you in immediately... You can taste the fear and the tension... I read hundreds of thrillers a year and this one is easily in the top 2% of thrillers I've ever come across... A must read... Sheer brilliance.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I'm speechless, literally lost for words... Beyond brilliant!... Had my pulse racing... I was completely hooked from the very beginning... I devoured in just one sitting... spectacular... I loved every second of being lost in the pages... A page turner worthy of all the praise. A masterpiece.' @littlemissbooklover87, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Wow! I am at a loss for words... Incredible... Kept me on the edge of my seat... I could not look away from the pages for a second. I was completely engrossed from start to finish... A must read! Left me speechless.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

Das Mädchen steht auf der Klippe und spürt, wie die sanfte Brise durch ihr glänzendes rotes Haar streift und ihre Tränen trocknet. Sie kann fast hören, wie Irland sie über das wilde Meer nach Hause ruft. Aber sie kann niemals zurückkehren. Und in diesem Moment schwört sie sich, dass niemand jemals den Grund dafür herausfinden wird.Nach einer chaotischen Trennung von ihrem Freund sucht Freya verzweifelt nach einem Neuanfang. Da kommt der Job als Pflegerin der älteren Kathleen in dem Küstendorf Heaven's Cove im wunderschönen Devon gerade richtig. Die beiden verstehen sich auf Anhieb. Kathleen ist trotz ihres Alters lebensfroh und hat stets ein Lächeln auf den Lippen - bis sie eines Tages unter Tränen zusammenbricht, den Blick auf Driftwood House hoch auf den Klippen über dem Dorf gerichtet.Kathleens Sohn Ryan, ein ruhiger Mann mit auffallenden smaragdgrünen Augen, ist nicht damit einverstanden, dass sich eine Fremde um seine Mutter kümmert. Doch er gesteht Freya schließlich, dass Kathleen jedes Jahr an diesem Tag auf dieselbe Weise reagiert - und nie jemandem sagt, was ihren Schmerz verursacht.Freya ist fest entschlossen, die Ursache für Kathleens Trauer zu finden. Doch während sie und Ryan sich näherkommen, steht Freya nach einer schockierenden Entdeckung vor einer unmöglichen Entscheidung. Soll sie dieses Geheimnis mit Ryan teilen und damit die Chance auf ein gemeinsames Glück riskieren? Und wird die Wahrheit Kathleen in ihren letzten Lebensjahren Frieden bringen - oder wird es sie alle auseinanderreißen?Ein absolut atemberaubender Roman über das Heilen alter Wunden und die Suche nach neuen Freuden. Perfekt für Fans von Debbie Macomber und Hannah Ellis.Was Leser:innen über Ein Wiedersehen im Cottage am Meer sagen:Ein solches Lesevergnügen! ... Wunderschön ... herzerwärmend ... wird dich zu Tränen rühren ... Ich habe dieses Buch geliebt ... definitive Leseempfehlung! Stardust Book Reviews, ¿¿¿¿¿Bezaubernd ... Ich war von der ersten bis zur letzten Seite absolut gefesselt. NetGalley Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿Wirklich wundervoll ... eine so herzzerreißende Geschichte ... hat mich tief berührt. Featheronawire, ¿¿¿¿¿