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Old Douglas Fir timbers bring good money, but maybe not as much as keeping quiet about the story of a murder. Paisley Sutton hates to see an old barn falling down, so when she has a chance to take in a crew of friends to salvage timbers, she goes in with gusto. But when they find the bones from a decades-old murder, Paisley begins to wonder if maybe some things should just be let go to ruins. Maybe some secrets need to stay buried. If Paisley decides to salvage more than just wood and reveal the murderer, will she be the next body buried in a barn?

The promise of old printer's trays has her heart aflutter, but it nearly stops when she finds a body at the bottom of the elevator shaft. When salvage expert and historian Paisley Sutton heard that a 19th century printing press was still in the old warehouse that was scheduled for demolition, she knew she had to get in there. But when her dreams of a salvage windfall lead her on the genealogical hunt for the owners of the press and their descendants, she uncovers a story that promises to stay with her far longer than the income from her salvage operations. When the story becomes public, will Paisley's business be safe? Will she?

All she wanted from the old farmhouse was the gorgeous mantel, not a dead body. Paisley Sutton always expects the unexpected when she goes into a house to salvage the architectural prizes before its torn down. She even knows she might encounter a rodent or two. But she really isn't expecting to find a dead body, not again. And when it turns out the young man she found slumped in the house's basement was killed, Paisley discovers that it's not only the house that was abandoned. Will her research trigger the decades-old fears that someone hoped to bury in the rubble?

A transgendered youth accused of a brutal murder... An attorney on the brink of self-destruction... Attorney Harper Ross is at the end of her rope. Her former client, John Robinson, who she walked on a technicality, went on to kill again. John's second victim was a young, vibrant mother of two. After suffering with the devastating guilt about the evil that she unleashed back onto the street, Harper retreats to her old haunt, a bar called Charlie Hooper's, as she confronts her old demons. Before she has a chance to completely drown her sorrows, Harper is called to defend Heather Morrison, a transgendered youth who is accused of killing her mother in cold blood. Heather insists that it was self-defense; Harper has her doubts. As Harper gets further into investigation of the case, she discovers an evil beyond anything that she knew was possible. Her investigation of a church leads her to a Reverend who preaches hatred from the pulpit and possibly more. Harper gets closer to the truth, yet further away from proving anything in a court of law. Her case seems to be sinking, and nothing can possibly save it. With hairpin turns and twists you never see coming, Bad Faith is a fast-paced legal thriller that's not to be missed. Jackson County Legal Thrillers Bad Faith (Harper Ross) Justice Denied (Harper Ross) Hidden Defendant (Harper Ross) Injustice for All (Harper Ross) L.A. Defense (Harper Ross) The Associate (Damien Harrington) The Alibi (Damien Harrington) Reasonable Doubt (Damien Harrington) The Hate Crime (Damien Harrington) The Accused (Harper Ross) Secrets and Lies (Damien Harrington) Until Proven Guilty (Damien Harrington) Emerson Justice Legal Thrillers Dark Justice Southern California Legal Thrillers Presumption of Guilt Trial by Jury

Anybody is capable of murder...under the right circumstances. Beautiful empath Serena Roberts has moved across the country to escape her painful past, and even more painful present. Believing she's leaving tragedy behind, she starts a new life in sunny California. A life that is careful and structured, as it must be for Serena to leave her destructive impulses far behind her. Her carefully constructed life is completely upended when she's forced to stay with Slade Bridgewell, a charismatic and devastatingly handsome billionaire who is accused of a brutal murder. Serena is tasked to get to the truth about Slade, but finds that her scorching attraction to him is completely clouding her judgment. As Serena is pulled ever closer into his web, she's never quite sure if he truly is the killer. That doesn't stop her from starting a torrid and sadistic affair that could ruin her. Slade is capable of murder. Did he do it?

A billionaire with secrets...A socialite hiding behind a veil of lies...A shocking secret... Silas Porter is a handsome billionaire with a very kinky side. He's accused of killing his socialite wife, Ava, and he has come to hire Damien as his attorney. He wants Damien, and only Damien, to represent him. Ava was found, chained to a wall, after a wild-fire swept through Silas' sex dungeon. Silas is accused of deliberately setting that fire to kill his wife. Damien could not imagine a more horrible way to die, but Silas insists that there is more to the case than what meets the eye. Despite his misgivings about taking this case, Damien takes Silas on as his murder client. As he gets into the case, he finds out that his client was possibly a psycho who is fascinated with fire. Silas' father is a schizophrenic in the hospital for the criminally insane. HIs mother was killed in a fire. A fire that was possibly set by a five-year-old Silas. But, as Damien gets further into the case, he finds that nobody is who they seem. What he discovers truly stuns him, and makes him question everything about the case. Damien's digging finds out layers of secrets, lies, obsessions and mental illnesses. And one fact that is the most shocking of all. With the lightning-speed twists and turns that you've come to expect from a Rachel Sinclair legal thriller, "Secrets and Lies" is one book that you won't want to miss! Jackson County Legal Thrillers Bad Faith (Harper Ross) Justice Denied (Harper Ross) Hidden Defendant (Harper Ross) Injustice for All (Harper Ross) L.A. Defense (Harper Ross) The Associate (Damien Harrington) The Alibi (Damien Harrington) Reasonable Doubt (Damien Harrington) The Hate Crime (Damien Harrington) The Accused (Harper Ross) Secrets and Lies (Damien Harrington) Until Proven Guilty (Damien Harrington) Emerson Justice Legal Thrillers Dark Justice Southern California Legal Thrillers Presumption of Guilt Trial by Jury

A white supremacist charged with murdering a transgendered woman. A case where nobody is as they seem. A shocking 11th hour twist that changes the entire case. Heather's back! Heather Morrison is back in Damien's office, but this time, she's not just there to work. Her boyfriend, Beck Harrison, is accused of killing a transgendered friend of Heather's. The prosecutors are charging the murder as a hate crime. Beck insists that he's innocent. After investigating Beck's background, Damien's not so sure. Beck has a dark past of involvement with the Aryan Brotherhood. But Damien soon finds out that this case is nothing like it seems. The victim's past soon becomes the target of the investigation, as Damien finds the one key that will break this case wide open. Did Damien solve the crime or was there somebody else that he never even thought of who might have been the culprit? A surprise witness at the 11th hour provides the clue. Meanwhile, Connor has his own case for Damien. He's been working with underprivileged youth, trying to steer them straight and not walk the same path that he has. He presses Damien to represent Tina, who is charged with drug distribution. Damien sees many parallels between Tina's life and his own, and he can't help wanting to save her. But can he? With the twists and turns that you've come to expect in a Rachel Sinclair legal thriller, "The Hate Crime" is not to be missed!!! Jackson County Legal thrillers Bad Faith (Harper Ross) Justice Denied (Harper Ross) Hidden Defendant (Harper Ross) Injustice for All (Harper Ross) L.A. Defense (Harper Ross) The Associate (Damien Harrington) The Alibi (Damien Harrington) Reasonable Doubt (Damien Harrington) The Accused (Harper Ross) The Hate Crime (Damien Harrington) Secrets and Lies (Damien Harrington) Until Proven Guilty (Damien Harrington) Emerson Justice Legal Thrillers Dark Justice Coming Soon: Southern California Legal Thrillers Presumption of Guilt (Avery Collins) Trial by Jury (Christian Davis)

A passionless life is no life at all... Dalilah I know that I should be happy. I won the lottery at birth. Billionaire parents who are actually nice. Artistic talent that won me worldwide acclaim at the age of 11. Men have always pursued me, and not for my brains. I never wanted anything to do with them, but they always pursued me. I gave it all up. I started to feel like a hack. So now I'm doing anything to feel alive. Or numb the pain of living a life devoid of passion. Drinking, nude modeling, sleeping with random men - you name the poison, and I've gone down that path. That's how I met Blake Nottingham. He's a handsome billionaire who's obsessed with me. He wants to possess me and would do anything to have me. But he's not who I want. Luke Roberts is who I want. He's the one who really makes me feel alive. He's an artist like me. One helluva one at that. But he suffers the same as most people in the arts - nobody knows about his talents. Perhaps I could turn Nottingham's obsession for me into something positive for Luke. I'll just use Nottingham until I get what I want - a successful show for Luke in the hottest gallery in the city. Nottingham can supply this platform, because Nottingham owns said gallery. What could possibly go wrong? I'll soon find out. And it's not going to be pretty. T This is a full-length, 65,000 word novel. Approximately 200 pages.

A mysterious victim; a heartless doctor; an assistant whose loyalty extends to murder. Christmas 1904. Falling behind in her first year of science, Vita plans a vacation devoted to study, but is lured from her books when a man with no memory is brought to the hospital, injured. Curious to learn more, she retraces his steps to a disused well, but how did he get there? Piece by piece events leading to the attack emerge, revealing a long-standing arrangement between a country doctor and his wealthy clients. Can Vita protect the amnesiac patient from the toxic partnership of the doctor and his dangerous assistant? Can she escape herself, and convince the police to investigate so many convenient deaths? If you enjoy an Edwardian English Christmas with an extra frisson of gothic intrigue, Dr Potter's Private Practice is definitely one for you.

Cambridge, England. 1903. When a popular boxer dies and her brother collapses after an exhibition match, Vita spots a connection the experts have missed. The very professor who rubbished her dreams of studying science is the one she needs to convince. Can Vita prove what really killed the boxer? And how will the glamorous American widow react? A Thin Sharp Blade is also available in paperback and large print paperback editions.

A dazzling diva. A glittering society dinner. A servant with a terrible grudge. 1903. Bookish, bespectacled Vita Carew longs to be left to her scientific studies. But she cannot avoid the event of the season, a gala at Pemberton Hall. This glamorous concert and sumptuous dinner will mark the Pemberton household's return to society after a run of misfortune. But disaster strikes as soon as the seafood is served. Vita can only offer first aid as elegant guests fall suddenly ill on all sides. Worse still, she suspects a death has been covered up to avoid interrupting the carefully planned soirée. Vita must probe dark secrets behind the country house's elegant veneer to work out who is to blame. But can she do so in time to prevent the poisoner from striking again? If you enjoy a stylish mystery with your Downton Abbey, dip into Poison at Pemberton Hall today.

Magical ambitions of a Ferrari, but the skill of a Go-cart.That would be me. If profanities were magic, I would be Merlin, yet here I am wasting my "French" on the ungrateful. Story of my life! When a spell goes wrong, there is no turning back, nor can you trade designer clothing to make things right. You gotta be kidding me. That's ludicrous! I'd trade my firstborn for a pair of Louboutin's, but not everyone has class. Everyone wants to jump to my rescue, but I'm having none of that. How about while I'm drowning in a proverbial creek, throw me an "f-ing" paddle or get out of my way. I've got this. Actually... I don't. But I'll find a way out of this mess. My grandmother again conveniently forgot to share many secrets. With every new lie I discover a truth and in every truth I uncover more lies. That's fine. With demons ready to devour me whole, Danika can wait in line. She will learn her lesson as soon as I claw my way out of this Hell. Literally. Payback is a witch! Grab your copy now.

Just when I thought things were looking up, Fate had to kick me in the kidneys. The worst thing that could happen after getting close and personal with Death was being stuck with a womanizer as a babysitter. If River would've kept his pants up, none of us would be in this mess now. They told me power corrupted irrevocably, but I knew unlimited magic twisted a mind absolutely. Just look at my grandmother. Not even the shifters could fix this shit. Now, I must find an Archdemon on the loose and prevent a master vampire from gnawing on my neck. Let's not forget dodging a murderous scorned lover-and I wasn't even the one getting laid. Everyone trying to protect me thought I was about to go down. Hard. The nerve on some people. I had one thing to say to all of them. Especially to the woman that raised me. Witch, please. Grab your copy!

She's facing a magical trial she cannot pass. But when her attempt to prove herself explosively backfires, will she survive the fiery consequences? Hazel Byrne can't catch a break. Born without abilities into a powerful dynasty, the impotent witch is terrified she'll be kicked out when her coven decides to put everyone to the test. Searching for a spell even a human could cast, the desperate young woman accidentally unlocks her hidden gifts... and destroys a library full of valuable arcane texts. Discovering her grandmother lied to her about being a dud, Hazel is stunned that everybody now wants her dead. And as she struggles to control her newfound sorcery, even a sinfully attractive bodyguard may not be enough to save her from certain doom. On the run from the entire paranormal world, has Hazel's life gone up in smoke? Resting Witch Face is the hilarious first book in the Chronicles of Forbidden Witchery urban fantasy series. If you like pulse-pounding suspense, witty banter, and high-octane action, then you'll love Maya Daniels' laugh-out-loud adventure. Buy Resting Witch Face to stir up a cauldron of trouble today!

Being hunted was the perfect excuse for a shopping spree. Just because I was going to die didn't mean I couldn't go down in style. My grandmother said it was idiotic. I didn't agree ... until I came face to face with a demon and the bastard ate my Prada shirt. Like, who does that? You'd think he'd be into souls, not silk, right? But it could have something to do with my spastic magic. My rogue powers were what got me into this mess. And now I was shackled with River Blackman. In just a few hours, the arrogant male made me regret everything--including the day I was born. Unfortunately, my little fiasco with the fashion-munching demon came with a price, so I had to play nice with the high priest. The problem? River had secrets of his own. And if the skeletons in his closet were ever unleashed, we'd both wish we were dead. As if I needed more help in the kick-bucket department. I was just about ready to pitch a witch...

Some cases should never be reopened... When the remains of a young woman are found at the construction site of the new Govan-Partick Bridge, it appears to close a twenty-year-old cold case from DCI John Lomond's earliest days as a detective. But a retired detective - Lomond's former boss - has a controversial theory that cost him his career. This was no isolated case. And the truth involves dozens of other cold cases, and an extraordinary cover-up by some of the most powerful police and legal officials in the country. With the body count rising, Lomond and his team face a race against time to unmask a sadistic killer who's been hiding in plain sight for decades. In his most raw and emotionally charged thriller so far, Andrew Raymond captures the voices of his beloved home city, and takes you into its hidden depths. If you like writers like JD Kirk, Ian Rankin, Val McDermid, and Stuart MacBride, this addictive thriller will have you gripped until its devastating final reveal.

The past can be a killer. When the dismembered body of a notorious banker washes up on the beach at Luss, DCI John Lomond finds a sinister message carved into the dead man's forehead. And the same message has just been found on a tortured lawyer in Gullane on the east coast. With a twisted vigilante on the loose, and a brewing scandal threatening to pull his Major Investigations Team apart, they and Lomond must join forces with a team from Edinburgh - led by Lomond's ex. But like the killer they're hunting, she's not ready to leave the past behind. Now, as the body count rises, Lomond's past hasn't just come back to haunt him. It could be the death of him. Shot through with dark Glaswegian humour and thrilling twists, Andrew Raymond captures the voices of his beloved home city, taking you into its hidden depths, and the iconic hills and glens surrounding the nearby bonnie banks of Loch Lomond. If you like writers like JD Kirk, Ian Rankin, David J. Gatward, Val McDermid, Mark Billingham, and Stuart MacBride, this addictive thriller will have you gripped until its explosive, gut-wrenching climax.

This is one shortlist no writer wants to be on... When legendary crime novelist William MacRae is found murdered at his Glasgow home, Police Scotland's premier investigator DCI John Lomond is put on the case. After compiling a shortlist of suspects that includes seven bestselling authors - all old friends of MacRae's - Lomond and his team head to a Highlands crime writing festival, where the seven are gathering to remember their fallen friend. But a vicious storm is closing in. And not everyone, it seems, has fond memories of MacRae. Or each other. Cut off from the outside world at a remote country home, it doesn't take long for the whisky to flow, old resentments to reignite...and another dead body to appear. One of them is a killer. But can Lomond sift through all the secrets and lies to unmask them before it's too late? The Shortlist is shot through with Andrew Raymond's dark Glaswegian humour and thrilling twists. Taking you from his beloved home city to the north west coast of Scotland. If you like writers like JD Kirk, Ian Rankin, and Stuart MacBride, this addictive murder mystery will have you guessing to the very end.

A stolen child. A killer stalking the streets of Glasgow. A troubled detective running out of time. Five years ago, DCI John Lomond led the search for notorious Glasgow child-killer 'The Sandman', until personal tragedy forced him off the case. In Lomond's absence, the killer was never found. Now, with nothing but work left in his life, Lomond remains obsessed with the case - despite the nightmares it brings. When a child is abducted in similar Sandman fashion from an affluent Glasgow suburb, Lomond is brought in to find them before it's too late. But the only forensic evidence belongs to a little girl who was abducted and murdered twenty years ago. Could the Sandman's identity lie buried in the coldest of cold cases? Or is a new killer about to claim their first victim? The Bonnie Dead is the explosive debut Scottish crime thriller from Andrew Raymond - author of Amazon number one political thriller Official Secrets, which has now sold over 100,000 copies. Shot through with dark Glaswegian humour and thrilling twists, he captures the voices of his beloved home city, taking you into its hidden depths, and the iconic hills and glens of nearby Loch Lomond and Arran. If you like writers like JD Kirk, Ian Rankin, and Stuart MacBride, this addictive thriller will have you gripped until its haunting, heart-in-the-mouth climax.

Trapped by a blizzard in a small South Dakota town, a drifter with a haunted past confronts the secrets lurking beneath the idyllic surface. John Sole, seeking escape from his troubled history, finds himself stranded in a tight-knit Midwestern community. As he envisions a fresh start, a murder and a dead cop shatter his hopes, and a truck harboring a terrible secret threatens to unravel the town's fabric. Partnering with a local deputy, Sole navigates a treacherous web of deceit to find the killers and unlock the truth. But as he delves deeper, he realizes his own past may hold the key to solving the case and saving the town from darkness. In this gripping thriller, Glenn Trust weaves a tale of redemption, secrets, and the inescapable pull of the past. Can Sole unravel the mystery, expose the town's darkest secrets, and find redemption, or will his past forever define his future?________________________________________Praise for the Sole Justice series5.0 out of 5 stars - an incredible, complete read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The setting is wonderful as always and the story drew me in from the outset. 5.0 out of 5 stars - ...a cant put down series. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The story draws you in from the beginning5.0 out of 5 stars - A fantastic thriller series!

In a battle between small-time miners and a ruthless global conglomerate, a lone drifter becomes the only hope for a kidnapped girl and her desperate family. John Sole, a man living his life on the road, finds himself caught in the crosshairs of a bitter conflict between independent mine operators and a powerful corporation determined to seize control. Despite his best efforts to remain uninvolved, Sole makes a promise to rescue the abducted daughter of a mine operator, thrusting him into the heart of the struggle. As Sole navigates a treacherous landscape of greed and violence, he must face off against a team of professional killers hired by the conglomerate to eliminate anyone who stands in their way. With the odds stacked against him and time running out, Sole must rely on his wits, skills, and unwavering determination to save the girl and bring her safely home. In this gripping installment of the bestselling Sole Justice Series, author Glenn Trust delivers a pulse-pounding tale of courage, redemption, and the unbreakable human spirit. As readers follow John Sole's dangerous quest for justice, they'll find themselves on the edge of their seats, rooting for a hero who risks everything to do what's right. Can John Sole outwit the conglomerate's ruthless enforcers, rescue the kidnapped girl, and help the small-time miners protect their livelihoods, or will he become another casualty in a war driven by greed and power?________________________________________Praise for the John Sole series5.0 out of 5 stars - an incredible, complete read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The setting is wonderful as always and the story drew me in from the outset. 5.0 out of 5 stars - ...a cant put down series. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The story draws you in from the beginning5.0 out of 5 stars - A fantastic thriller series

They took everything. There will be justice. John Sole finds himself playing a cat and mouse game with the killers who took his family from him. When the cartel changes tactics and sends their enforcer, Alejandro Garza to hunt him down, he finally confronts the phantom killer. It's a face-off with life and death consequences. _________________________________________Praise for the Sole Justice series:5.0 out of 5 stars - an incredible, complete read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The setting is wonderful as always and the story drew me in from the outset. 5.0 out of 5 stars - ...a cant put down series. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The story draws you in from the beginning5.0 out of 5 stars - A fantastic thriller series!

John Sole's quest for vengeance leads him to a small Texas border town that hides a vicious secret. The former cop's hunt for the cartel that murdered his family brings him to Creosote, where he meets Isabella, a café owner. When Isabella's son rescues a captive girl, Sole confronts the dark underworld. Soon the ruthless men behind the kidnappings turn their attention to Sole and hunt him down. Forced to flee with Isabella and the teens, heartbroken, he leaves them in the care of a friend. Alone, Sole continues his pursuit, knowing it may cost his life. ____________________________________________Praise for the Sole Justice series:5.0 out of 5 stars - an incredible, complete read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The setting is wonderful as always and the story drew me in from the outset. 5.0 out of 5 stars - ...a cant put down series. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The story draws you in from the beginning5.0 out of 5 stars - A fantastic thriller series!

A haunted cop. A ruthless cartel. A quest for vengeance that will leave no one unscathed. When detective John Sole and his partner uncover a connection between a senator and a Mexican drug cartel, they set off a chain of events that shatters Sole's world. The cartel's enforcer murders Sole's partner, wife, and children, leaving him devastated and consumed by a thirst for revenge. Resigning from the police, Sole disappears into the shadows, tracking down those responsible for his family's murder. With each step, he edges closer to his ultimate target: the cartel boss who ordered the hit that destroyed his life. In this gritty thriller, author Glenn Trust takes readers on a heart-wrenching journey through the underbelly of the drug trade, where a man must confront the darkest parts of himself to find redemption. Can John Sole outmaneuver the cartel and exact his revenge, or will he become another casualty in a war without end?________________________________________________Praise for the John Sole series5.0 out of 5 stars - The first book in a binge worthy series. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Sole Survivor is an action-packed, adrenaline fueled, roller coaster thrill ride. A page burner. 5.0 out of 5 stars - ...a cant put down series. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The story draws you in from the beginning5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't wait to read the next book in the series.

In the aftermath of devastating bushfires that destroyed the property where she grew up, Eve Nicholls finds herself grappling with the smouldering ruins of her life. It might be possible to rebuild a house, but what about her dream of renewing friendships and becoming part of her home-town community of Yarrabee? Haunted by loss, Eve discovers a glimmer of hope when she learns that new life is growing within her - a fragile and unexpected beacon of renewal, and an added complication in her blossoming relationship with the local vet, Hugh. Determined to start afresh, she resolves to rebuild both her house and her shattered spirit. When accusations of arson emerge, old hurts and resentments resurface, and whispers of suspicion surround Eve. In a desperate bid to clear her name, she enlists the help of a visiting journalist, whose keen eye and relentless pursuit of the truth become her lifeline. Together, they unravel a web of deceit and betrayal that threaten to engulf Eve once more.

For Eve Nicholls, walking up the driveway of her childhood home stirs up a whirlwind of emotion. The horses she loved still dot the paddocks, but the house is empty and the silence allows the past to come flooding back. She's glad to have her best friend Banjo the kelpie with her, along with a bottle of bourbon. Her plan is simple - sell the farm, grab the cash and get the hell out. Within days of her return, Eve runs into all the people she hoped to avoid: the uncle who can't forgive, the ex who moved on and the best friend he moved on with. Sorting through a lifetime of clutter provides a distraction and slowly, she begins to discover the girl she used to be. Angie Flanagan - adventurous, animal-loving, vulnerable. When tragedy strikes once more, Eve realises that changing her name all those years ago has not changed who she really is or the truth of what happened.

Rosie O'Shea dreams of seeing the world. But right now, the outback hotel she inherited from her husband is falling down around her ears, her bank account is empty and family duty means she's staying put. The only thing keeping Stephanie Bailey sane are the rides she takes on their sprawling property, even if the earth is red and barren as far as her eye can see. Drought has forced the sale of almost all their cattle and her husband is getting more and more distant. The last thing she needs is the complications her brother-in-law brings. Sydney girl Faith Montgomery is single, out of work and at the age of 31 has just discovered she is adopted. Furious at being lied to for her entire life, she lands a job at the Crossroads Hotel so she can track down her biological mother without revealing who she is. When Cameron Bailey walks into the bar his curious blend of country charm and city savvy has her falling hard. One family. Three women. Will the lies they tell and the secrets they hide lead to more heartache or will fate bring them together before it's too late? A story of deceit, betrayal and love that proves that in the end you can choose your family.

Orphaned at 13, Charlie Anderson has been on her own for half her life. Not that she minds - she has her work as a vet and most days that's enough. Most days. But when she's sent to a small town on the New South Wales coast to investigate a possible outbreak of the deadly Hendra virus, Charlie finds herself torn between the haunting memories of her past, her dedication to the job and her attraction to a handsome local. Travelling to Naringup means coming face to face with what is left of her dysfunctional family - her cousin Emma, who begged Charlie not to leave all those years ago, and her aunt Hazel, who let her go without a backwards glance. But it also means relying on the kindness of strangers and, when she meets local park ranger Joel Drummond, opening her heart to the possibility of something more... As tensions in the country town rise, can Charlie reconcile with the past and find herself a new future in the town she left so long ago?

A forgotten necklace. A family secret. Two women hiding from the truth... When successful Sydney lawyer Miranda McIntyre searches for something old to go with her wedding dress, she remembers an antique necklace from her childhood. Her mother's denial of its existence only deepens Miranda's curiosity but the discovery of a faded wedding photo and an old newspaper clipping reveal long-buried family secrets. Who is the woman in the photo? And why are these keepsakes hidden in her mother's closet? Miranda's quest for the truth takes her on a road trip south to the idyllic seaside village of Pelican Point where she stumbles upon a secluded cliff-top cottage and the reclusive Esther Wilson. As Miranda begins to unravel the mystery, a tale of daring rescue, forbidden love and shocking betrayal unfolds. Meeting enigmatic horse trainer Vincent Kennedy forces Miranda to question the life she has worked so hard to create, throwing into turmoil everything she thought she knew about the past and about herself. A multi-generational story of family, hope and following your heart. (Previously published as Essie's Way in 2013)

When a promise kept means a life is broken ... a haunting story of guilt, redemption and friendship that will have you turning pages well past bed-time. Tessa De Santis's child-free marriage in inner-city Sydney is ordered and comfortable, and she likes it that way. When tragedy strikes and her childhood friend Skye Whittaker dies, Tess is bound to honour a promise to become foster-mother to Skye's ten-year-old daughter, Grace, throwing her life upside down. Leaving her husband and work-driven life behind, Tess travels to an isolated property where the realities of her friend's life - and death - hit hard. The idyllic landscape and an unexpected form of therapy ease her fears, and her relationship with Grace begins to blossom. But a secret from her earlier life with Skye refuses to remain hidden, and Tess is forced into a decision that will either right the wrongs of the past, or completely destroy her future. Cross My Heart is a haunting story of guilt, redemption and friendship set in the beautiful central west of New South Wales.