‘A superb legal thriller…crackles with tension’ Guardian ‘A topical and gritty story’ Observer 'A thought-provoking and sparklingly intelligent novel, with the welcome bonus of an unguessable ending’ Daily Telegraph ‘Razor-sharp…Much more than a courtroom thriller’ Christina Dalcher, Sunday Times bestselling author of VOX * * * * * IT’S TIME TO TAKE YOUR PLACE ON THE JURY.The victim: A sixteen-year-old girl with facial deformities, neglected by an alcoholic mother. Who accuses the boys of something unthinkable. The defendants: Four handsome teenage boys from hardworking immigrant families. All with corroborating stories. WHOSE SIDE WOULD YOU TAKE?* * * * * Readers are giving Take It Back five stars:‘The perfect book club read . . . will make for lively, thought-provoking discussions’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A skilfully written book that offers a big punch’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘You will feel like you are enveloped in this case and the unseen juror’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Brilliant, powerful, moving and intelligent’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Just when you think you've guessed correctly another twist appears’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A genuine five-star read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A brilliantly compelling, tense and thought-provoking read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Take It Back

FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER IN THE BLINK OF AN EYE Winner of the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year 2024 Winner of the Crime Writers’ Association ILP John Creasey (New Blood) Dagger 2024 One detective driven by instinct, the other by logic. It will take both to find a killer who knows the true meaning of fear . . . When the body of a man is found crucified at the top of Mount Judd, DCS Kat Frank and AIDE Lock – the world’s first AI detective – are thrust into the spotlight with their first live case. But when they discover another man dead – also crucified – it appears that the killer is only just getting started. When the Future Policing Unit issues an extraordinary warning to local men to avoid drinking in pubs, being out alone late at night and going home with strangers, they face a hostile media frenzy. Whilst they desperately search for connections between the victims, time is running out for them to join the dots and prevent another death. And if Kat and Lock know anything, it’s that killers rarely stop – until they are made to. ‘Confirms Callaghan as a new force to be reckoned with in crime’ Daily Mail ‘Jo Callaghan is an outstanding talent’ Jane Casey ‘I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough’ Nikki Smith ‘A smart, agile, immaculately plotted and moving thriller that is unswervingly gripping and scary, and at the same time beautifully tender and humane’ Nicci French ‘With Leave No Trace, Jo Callaghan cements her status as a crime fiction force to be reckoned with’ Caz Frear ‘Brilliant, rapidly paced and plotted . . . Another masterpiece’ Imran Mahmood ‘Every bit as smart, compelling and insightful as her debut . . . A terrific read!’ Gytha Lodge ‘Jo Callaghan has done it again in this intricately plotted, humorous and incredibly moving thriller . . . I absolutely loved it’ Laura Marshall ‘Balanced, nuanced, intelligent, provocative’ Amanda Reynolds ‘Another exciting and thought-provoking book from Jo Callaghan that combines cutting-edge tech with a classic police procedural . . . Hugely human and big-hearted. Brava!’ Sarah Hilary

Leave No Trace

*A gripping debut thriller from the host of the #1 podcast CRIME JUNKIE*THE NO.1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER If you liked I’LL BE GONE IN THE DARK and SHARP OBJECTS, you will love this! 'A stunning debut from a fresh new voice in the thriller space' —Karin Slaughter ‘This is the perfect gripping, twisty thriller for fans of cold crime cases’ —Cosmopolitan What really happened to January Jacobs? A MYSTERIOUS COLD CASE… Twenty-five years ago, January Jacob’s parents awoke to find their daughter’s bed empty, a horrifying message spray-painted onto their wall. Hours later, January’s body was found discarded in a ditch. Her murder was never solved. But the town remembers. A DANGEROUS OBSESSION… Journalist Margot Davies is tired of reporting meaningless stories. One night, she stumbles upon a clue in the most infamous crime in her hometown’s history: the unsolved murder of six-year-old January. A TOWN FULL OF SECRETS… As Margot digs deeper, she begins to suspect that there is something truly sinister lurking in the small community: a secret that endangers the lives of everyone involved…including Margot. A gripping, twisty thriller for fans of cold crime cases – from the #1 CRIME JUNKIE podcast host Ashley Flowers.

All Good People Here

"Wow... this book had it all! Suspense, intrigue, action... a great whodunnit I never saw coming." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ After the sudden death of her husband, Christine Harvey would do anything to give her precious children Molly and Ryan a fresh start. The huge clifftop house she’s hastily purchased has the most breath-taking ocean view she’s ever seen. Surely here they can someday be happy again? But Christine had no idea that her family’s new dream house is right next door to where a child was abducted and murdered. And nobody told her that the father – who was the main suspect in the police investigation before it collapsed – still lives there. Everyone urges her to move on, but Christine can’t stop thinking about that child. Fearing for the safety of Molly and Ryan, she frantically delves deeper into the old case, looking for anything that will give them some answers. But some secrets are best left buried, and as the behaviour of their new neighbour grows increasingly unsettling, Christine wonders if digging up this one was the worst thing she could have done for her family… From the number-one bestselling author, this is an unputdownable read with a twist that will make you gasp. Perfect for fans of JP Delaney, The Housemaid and Shari Lapena, you won’t be able to put this book down. What readers are saying about The Cove: “From page one I was hooked. The story grips you and I did not want to put it down, but at the same time I didn't want it to end because I was enjoying the story so much… I felt I was holding my breath all day yesterday while reading it.” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “RIVETING!!... What an amazingly riveting book!! I couldn’t put it down… The twists and turns were so well thought out.” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A huge twist… I certainly didn't see the end coming… A shocking and unexpected ending. Recommended.” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wow, this was really good… an exciting book with an ending I didn't see coming. Good story with great characters. More, please.” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Well-drawn characters, gripping story, great twists! This is definitely worth losing yourself in, apparently until 2.30am yet again!” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Thrilling!... I couldn't quit reading because I just HAD to know what was coming next.” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Detective Erica Sands

Cove, The

Seven days. Three families. One killer. It was supposed to be the perfect holiday, dreamed up by Kate as the ideal way to turn 40: four best friends and their husbands and children in a luxurious villa under the blazing sunshine of Languedoc-Roussillon. But there is trouble in paradise. Kate suspects that her husband is having an affair, and that the other woman is one of her best friends. One of these women is willing to sacrifice years of friendship and destroy her family. But which one? As Kate closes in on the truth in the stifling Mediterranean heat, she realises too late that the stakes are far higher than she ever imagined. Because someone in the villa is prepared to kill to keep their secret hidden.

The Holiday

‘An immersive and really satisfying mystery’ Faith Martin ‘As an iced drink in a heatwave … These characters and their families feel like old friends. A fantastic addition to the series.’ Fiona Leitch Retired schoolteachers and amateur sleuths Liz, Pat and Thelma have a brand-new mystery to solve in this wonderfully witty cosy mystery. Retired schoolteachers Pat, Liz and Thelma don’t know what to think. The death of Neville Hilton is not a crime. Just your standard, if tragic, heart attack. At least that’s what the autopsy shows. But his ex-wife isn’t convinced. She’s sure the current Mrs Hilton is involved – maybe she wasn’t at some horse event, as she told police. And so the three friends step away from their slices of cake to investigate. As the trio delve into the village’s secrets, they uncover more than they bargained for – angry residents with old grudges and the echoes of a damning report that ruined lives all those years ago… Can these unlikely sleuths untangle the web of lies and uncover the truth before anybody else dies? The brand-new totally addictive and page-turning cosy mystery featuring these very unlikely sleuths. Fans of Agatha Christie and Midsomer Murders will be hooked from the very first page. Praise for J.M. Hall‘J.M. Hall has mastered the warmth of a perfect modern cosy crime with all the twists and turns that go with it.' Hannah Hendy, author of The Dinner Lady Detectives ‘Three strong women, lots of hot tea, and a devilish clever plot. You’ll love it.’ Suk Pannu, author of Mrs Sidhu's Dead and Scone ‘The ingredients for the perfect modern cosy crime: intrigue, characters you care about and a good dollop of humour.' Ian Moore, author of Death and Croissants ‘The perfect page turning, guess-who cosy crime.’ Northern Life Magazine ‘This fun crime novel will have you hooked from the very first page.’ Woman’s Own

A Brush with Death

Agatha Christie's most famous murder mystery, read by director and star of the hugely anticipated 2017 film adaptation, Kenneth Branagh. Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious train is surprisingly full for the time of the year, but by the morning it is one passenger fewer. An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed a dozen times, his door locked from the inside. Isolated and with a killer in their midst, detective Hercule Poirot must identify the murderer - in case he or she decides to strike again.

Poirot

Murder on the Orient Express

An ordinary villageA shocking announcementOne morning the villagers of Chipping Cleghorn wake to find a strange notice in their papers: ‘A murder is announced and will take place on Friday, October 29th, at Little Paddocks at 6.30pm.’ Suspecting this is just a joke, they gather for some evening entertainment. Then a gunshot is heard. In desperation, the police turn to an old lady whose hobbies are gardening, gossiping – and solving murders. After all, old ladies know better than anyone exactly what goes on in quiet English villages… Never underestimate Miss Marple ‘The queen of jaw-dropping, heart-stopping twists.’ Karen M. McManus ‘Establishes firmly her claim to the throne of detection. The plot is as ingenious as ever… the dialogue both wise and witty; while the suspense is maintained very skilfully until the final revelation.’ A.A. Milne

Marple

A Murder is Announced

‘DARK AND TWISTY’ Riley Sager ‘LOVED EVERY MINUTE’ Joshilyn Jackson You’ll never find her. Don’t even try.When a local mother and her six-year-old daughter, Delilah, suddenly vanish, their close-knit suburban community is rocked by fear and suspicion. How could such a terrible thing have happened in their small town? Then, eleven years later, Delilah shockingly reappears. Everyone wants to know what really happened to her. But there are secrets hidden deep in the past – and when the truth about those missing years begins to surface, no one is prepared for what they’re about to find out. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Claire Douglas and Freida McFadden‘Strap in tight as this is one hell of a ride’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A taut, twisty thriller that kept me turning the pages’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Highly recommended’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Had me hooked’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ____ Praise for Mary Kubica ‘Kubica’s salacious, thoroughly mysterious characters bear the qualities we all crave in a thriller’ Karin Slaughter ‘A page-turning whodunit’ Ruth Ware ‘Brilliantly propulsive and engrossing, with twists you won’t see coming’ JP Delaney

Local Woman Missing

THE BESTSELLER THAT DEFINED AN AGE 'Everything, somehow, fit together; some sly and benevolent Providence was revealing itself by degrees and I felt myself trembling on the brink of a fabulous discovery, as though any morning it was all going to come together---my future, my past, the whole of my life---and I was going to sit up in bed like a thunderbolt and say oh! oh! oh!' Under the influence of a charismatic classics professor, a group of clever, eccentric misfits at a New England college discover a way of thought and life a world away from their banal contemporaries. But their search for the transcendent leads them down a dangerous path, beyond human constructs of morality. 'Haunting, compelling and brilliant' The Times 'Irresistible and seductive' Guardian 'Enthralling... Forceful, cerebral and impeccably controlled' New York Times

The Secret History

‘Joe Goldberg is my guilty pleasure, my strange addiction. If loving him is wrong, I don’t want to be right’ Erin Kelly JOE GOLDBERG IS BACK, AND THIS TIME HE'S WRITING HIS OWN HAPPILY EVER AFTER . . . Joe Goldberg is ready for a change. Instead of selling books, he’s writing them. And he’s off to a good start. Invited to join a tight-knit writing fellowship at Harvard, Joe thinks he’s finally found a place where talent matters more than pedigree. Where anything is possible, even happy endings. At least until he meets his uber-privileged, already-published, already-distinguished peers. Thankfully, Wonder enters the picture. They have so much in common: no college degrees, no pretensions, just a love for literature. They could be those rare literary soulmates who never fall prey to their demons. If only Wonder could just commit herself to the writing life. But Joe has faith in Wonder. He will sacrifice his art for hers. And, if he must, he will kill her darlings for her. With her trademark biting wit, Caroline Kepnes explores why vulnerable people bring out the worst in others as Joe sets out to make this small, elite world a fairer place. And if a little crimson runs in the streets of Cambridge, who can blame him? Love doesn’t conquer all. Often, it needs a little push. PRAISE FOR CAROLINE KEPNES AND THE YOU SERIES: ‘Crazy, sexy, cool: Caroline Kepnes gets better – and Joe Goldberg gets worse – with every book’ ERIN KELLY ‘Caroline Kepnes writes with such malevolent energy, such dark grace and such ink-black humour. An utterly unique character and an utterly unique writer, in a marriage made somewhere between heaven and hell’ RICHARD OSMAN ‘Fiendish, fast-paced, and very funny’ PAULA HAWKINS ‘Another dark, thrilling, and blackly hilarious adventure from everyone's favourite murderer’ CLAIRE MCGOWAN ‘My new favourite writer’ COLLEEN HOOVER

For You And Only You

The epic conclusion to Camilla Läckberg and Henrik Fexeus' pulse-raising Swedish crime thriller trilogy'Hello Niklas Sockenberg. We hope you have been satisfied with our services during this time, which has now reached its end. You have 14 days, 1 hour and 12 minutes left to live' It is December in Stockholm and Sweden's Minister of Justice is under threat. An anonymous note has told him he has four days left to live. At the same time, a human skeleton is found in the Stockholm subway, belonging to a high-ranking financier. Police inspector Mina Dabiri's team, still recovering from the traumatic incident last summer that ended in the death of a colleague, calls in mentalist Vincent Walder to help with the case. For Vincent, it feels as if the world is increasingly closing in on him. When another pile of bones is found underground, the group is once again put to the test – what is going on in the tunnels deep under Stockholm? And who taunting the minister? Readers love MIRAGE 'Scandi detective fiction at its best'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A five-star read … highly original, completely absorbing, interesting and entertaining'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is another excellent book in the Mina and Vincent series'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Definitely one of the best crime thrillers I have ever read!!!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Mina Dabiri and Vincent Walder

Mirage

Don’t miss this chilling gothic thriller from the bestselling author . . . ’Cooke has creatively interwoven the darkness of reality with a magical realism that will truly have you gripped’Woman & Home ‘Fascinating and enthralling’ Prima ‘Wonderfully atmospheric and compelling’ Rosamund Lupton ‘A flawless read’ Elizabeth Lee ‘Seething with gothic menace’ Caroline Lea ‘This ghost story is a perfect mix of propulsive plot and shivers-up-the-spine spookiness’Good Housekeeping Upon the cliffs of a remote Scottish island, Lòn Haven, stands a lighthouse. A lighthouse that has weathered more than storms. Mysterious and terrible events have happened on this island. It started with a witch hunt. Now, centuries later, islanders are vanishing without explanation. Coincidence? Or curse? Liv Stay flees to the island with her three daughters, in search of a home. She doesn’t believe in witches, or dark omens, or hauntings. But within months, her daughter Luna will be the only one of them left. Twenty years later, Luna is drawn back to the place her family vanished. As the last sister left, it’s up to her to find out the truth . . . But what really happened at the lighthouse all those years ago?

The Lighthouse Witches

‘Deliciously dark and utterly compelling – I couldn’t put it down.’ – CLARE MACKINTOSH They’re locked up for your safety.Now, you’re locked in with them.How do you find a murderer in a prison full of killers? On a locked ward in the world’s highest-security prison hospital, a scream shatters the night. A nurse has been murdered and her daughter has been taken. And with only five days to find the girl, the clock is ticking for Dr Connie Woolwine to find a killer hiding in plain sight… Welcome to The Institution. The locked room thriller readers don't want to leave. ‘This is the best book I've read in years!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I don't think I have ever read anything that gripped me quite so intensely.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An absolutely mind-blowing suspense thriller.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Terrifyingly brilliant. An absolute must-read.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A book that evolves at break-neck speed, taking the reader on a spine-chilling journey.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If this book isn't a smash hit I'll claw my own eyes out!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Tense, exciting, heart-thumping action’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Deliciously creepy, unflinching and addictive.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A first-class locked room thriller.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Gobsmackingly good!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Helen Fields' talent for creating atmospheric thrillers knows no bounds.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A real page-turner; what a ride straight from the outset. I felt physically chilled.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Chilling, claustrophobic and packed with twists and turns.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Original and innovative…a crackingly scary thriller.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Dark, atmospheric, creepy and hauntingly good. Kept me guessing until the end – I loved it.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Amazing is all I can say – I loved it!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Institution

The 13th chilling and adrenaline-packed Robert Hunter thriller and Top Ten Sunday Times bestseller. ‘Gruesome but utterly riveting – and all the more so for being at least partly true’ Daily Mail 'Dark, chilling and full of clever little plot kinks designed to send the reader off on a wild goose chase – and succeeding.’ Crime Fiction Lover ‘Prepare to be terrified’ Crime Monthly When a routine autopsy on what looked like a straightforward hit-and-run leads the LA Chief Medical Examiner, Dr Carolyn Hove, to discover some puzzling inconsistencies, she calls in Detective Robert Hunter of the LAPD Ultra Violent Crimes Unit. Not only did Dr Hove discover that the death wasn’t caused by a hit-and-run, but she also found indications that the victim had been severely tortured prior to death. What no one realises is that what Dr Hove has stumbled upon is just the tip of the iceberg and it will lead Hunter and his partner, Carlos Garcia, on the trail of a twisted and clever killer who hides in plain sight. A serial killer no one even knew existed – a killer who has always operated under the radar, expertly disguising every gruesome murder as an accidental death. But with no leads as to why the victim was targeted, the investigation comes to a standstill, until another body is discovered with an alternative cause of death. What becomes clear is that this serial killer isn’t going to stop – unless Hunter and Garcia can get to him. But how do you investigate a murder when you have no victims? How do you catch a killer who leaves behind no crime scene? How do you stop a ghost who no one can prove even exists? Reader's can't get enough of The Death Watcher . . . 'Nothing less than a banger, from start to finish this book had a chokehold on me that I couldn’t put this down.' 'Chris Carter.. wow, just wow. I don’t know how he does it, but every single time I finish one of his books I just applaud. Amazing stuff once again.' 'I am a HUGE fan of this brilliant series.' 'I just love the story, the plot, the characters. all so well thought through and no boring in between. just pure joy to read.' 'Chris carter never fails to thrill the readers and definitely not this one. An excellent one, don't miss this.' (five star reader reviews)

Robert Hunter

The Death Watcher

The perfect neighbourhood. The perfect friends. The perfect murder. When Frankie moved into her new home, it was a dream come true. Living on one of the most exclusive streets in the country, where gleaming white houses looked out over golden sand and deep blue ocean. Nothing bad could have followed her there. Her new neighbours - Zara, Nadine and Geneva - soon took her under their wing. The four women became inseparable. Until the morning when Geneva's body was found on the beach. Suspicion was immediately cast on Geneva's husband. But when the police didn't charge him, he vanished without trace. Now, five years later, he's back. Soon no one is beyond suspicion. Dark secrets that have been hiding behind closed doors begin to be revealed, with devastating consequences. What really happened the night Geneva died? And how far will they all go to make sure their own secrets stay buried? A totally gripping and page-turning psychological thriller with a killer twist you just won't see coming. Fans of T M Logan, K L Slater and Shalini Boland will be hooked from the very first page.

The Secrets We Buried

"'Saltburn' meets 'The Secret History'" - Ian Rankin Five friends. One deadly obsession. The salt-scented quadrangles of St Andrews University greet misfit first-year student Finn Nethercott with indifference. It is a place where privilege counts, and those from the right backgrounds can get away with murder. Finn is quickly seduced into a new circle of friends – four history scholars obsessed with the deepest roots of ancient Scotland – who sweep him away on wild adventures to forgotten castles and faerie lochs. But he soon discovers the darker sides of his new friends: deadly rivalries, midnight rituals, and a desperate search for a long-lost hallucinogen. And as Finn sinks into a world where he can't always trust what he's seen each night, the group will learn just how deadly obsession can be… A shocking fever-dream of a thriller perfect for fans M.L. Rio's 'If We Were Villains', Ashley Winstead's 'In My Dreams I Hold a Knife' and Ellie Keel's 'The Four'. C.F. Barrington is the author of the Pantheon thriller series about a deadly battle royale game featuring a cast of characters fighting for their lives on the rooftops of Edinburgh. The first book, 'The Wolf Mile', was published in 2021.

When We Were Killers

‘WOW WOW WOW… A heart-pulsing, non-stop, mind-blowing thriller’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Three couples. Three houses. One home to die for… Stacey and Felix are the glamorous owners of the stylish, modern Glass House, with its pool and floor-to-ceiling windows. Now they’re downsizing, but Stacey can’t sell to just anyone. She needs the right buyer, who will keep her secrets. Millie and Tom have always imagined living in the Glass House. Now it’s for sale. With property prices booming, if they can sell quickly, it could be theirs. But are the house and its charming owners all they seem? Harper and Kyle are moving up in the world. They need a new house, in the right school district, to give their children the start in life they never had. Millie and Tom’s is perfect. It’ll take every penny they have, and more, but it’ll be worth it. Won’t it? When one of the sales falls through, how far will someone go to get everything they’ve always wanted? A totally addictive and absolutely gripping psychological thriller with a killer twist you won’t see coming. Fans of The Family Upstairs, Our House and The Couple Next Door will be hooked from the very first page. Readers are gripped by The New House:‘OMG this book will keep you on the edge of your seat guessing what the next twist will be. I started this right before I went to bed and unfortunately was unable to put it down and got very little sleep!… Buckle up – it's a wild ride! Do yourself a favour and go read this ASAP!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Utterly gripping… Tess Stimson is master of the didn’t-see-that-coming twist’ Lisa Jewell, author of The Family Upstairs ‘My goodness this book sent me on a crazy roller coaster!… The twists and shockers totally threw me! I didn’t want this book to end!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wowzer!!!!!!!!!!!!! WHOA!!!!!! This one will stay with me for a verrrrrry long time. The characters were sooooo good, the plot was intense… Fantastic book!!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘WOW!! Who knew house hunting could turn so ugly?!?!?!… The most exciting twists and turns! This was simply excellent!!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘OMG!!… I stayed up late to finish it and was then so traumatised I couldn’t sleep! What a book… Just when you think you know what’s going on another revelation appears. Even the last chapters. I was left gasping. I may never be able to sleep again. What a book. It’s a must read’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Just WOW! This book is astonishing and an absolute must read!… Absolutely brilliant!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow!!!! The is the true definition of gripping, dark, page-turning psychological thriller!… Those twists and those dark secrets will keep you read till the end’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow!!! Just wow!!! What an unputdownable book!!!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Holy smokes… That ending, OMG. I’ll be recommending this to everyone I know’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow I was gripped from the very first page, I read this book in one night it was that good! I didn’t know who to trust from one page til the next!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Ahhhhh this is a must read!!!… I read this fast-paced book in one sitting’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Dark and unsettling. I didn't know who to trust’ Louise Jensen, author of The Stolen Sisters ‘Awesomely crazy twisty… If you like twisty murder mysteries, enjoy strong female leads and of course dream of a house to die for, then The New House is for you!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The New House

OPRAH’S BOOK CLUB PICK #1 New York Times bestselling author Wally Lamb, celebrated for two prior Oprah Book Club selections, returns with an exceptional third pick, a propulsive novel following a young father grappling with unbearable tragedy as he searches for hope, redemption, and the possibility of forgiveness. Corby Ledbetter is struggling. New fatherhood, the loss of his job, and a growing secret addiction have thrown his marriage to his beloved Emily into a tailspin. And that’s before he causes the tragedy that tears the family apart. Sentenced to prison, Corby struggles to survive life on the inside, where he bears witness to frightful acts of brutality but also experiences small acts of kindness and elemental kinship with a prison librarian who sees his light and some of his fellow offenders, including a tender-hearted cellmate and a troubled teen desperate for a role model. Buoyed by them and by his mother’s enduring faith in him, Corby begins to transcend the boundaries of his confinement, sustained by his hope that mercy and reconciliation might still be possible. Can his crimes ever be forgiven by those he loves?

The River Is Waiting (Oprah's Book Club)

*The Sunday Times bestseller* *DISCOVER YOUR NEXT ESCAPE WITH THE MILLION-COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR*‘A tear-those-pages thriller’ ABIGAIL DEAN ‘Secrets galore’ DAILY MAIL ‘Atmospheric, haunting, and beautifully written’ GILLIAN McALLISTER ‘Queen of the destination thriller’ CLAIRE DOUGLAS _______________________________________________________________ THE PERFECT DAY FOR A HIKE Seeking the escape of a lifetime, four friends hike out into the beautiful Norwegian wild – nothing between them and the mountain peak but forest, sea and sharp blue sky. THE PERFECT PLACE TO DISAPPEAR But there’s a darker side to the wilderness. A woman went missing here one year ago. Now the friends are hiking into the heart of the mystery. And waiting on the trail is someone who’d do anything to keep their secrets buried – and to stop the group walking away alive . . . _________________________________________________________________ Readers love getting swept away with Lucy Clarke’s destination thrillers: ‘Had me on the edge of my seat’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Brilliant . . . kept me guessing the whole way through’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Twists & turns galore, couldn’t put it down. Highly recommend!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Very clever and I was gripped throughout. Will be reading more from Lucy Clarke for sure!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Very evocative and you get really involved with the beautiful setting and characters’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What a stonkingly fabulous read!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Hike was a Sunday Times bestseller for w/e 7/05/2023

The Hike

**Don't miss MAKING A KILLING, the new DI Adam Fawley thriller, OUT NOW**- THE *INSTANT* NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*THE FIRST EVER STAND-ALONE FROM AUTHOR OF THE DI ADAM FAWLEY MILLION-COPIES-SOLD SERIES***A Financial Times Best Book of 2023** **A Guardian Best Crime and Thriller book of 2023** ‘This devilishly clever, ground-breaking novel will keep you guessing’ IAN RANKIN ‘This book had me riveted to the page. It is original, inventive and totally 21st Century… Just brilliant!’ JANICE HALLETT –––- IT WAS A CASE THAT GRIPPED THE NATION LUKE RYDER’S MURDER HAS NEVER BEEN SOLVED In October 2003, Luke Ryder was found dead in the garden of the family home in London, leaving behind a wealthy older widow and three stepchildren. Nobody saw anything. Now, secrets will be revealed – live on camera. Years later a group of experts re-examine the evidence on Infamous, a true-crime show – with shocking results. Does the team know more than they’ve been letting on? Or does the truth lie closer to home? Can you solve the case before they do? The truth will blow your mind. Over a million copies sold of Cara Hunter books across all formats (paperback, ebook and audio) as of 1st July 2023 MURDER IN THE FAMILY was a #7 Sunday Times bestseller for week ending 3rd September 2023 *PRAISE FOR MURDER IN THE FAMILY* ‘Unique and hugely enjoyable.’ Sunday Express 'Addictive’ Sunday Times ‘An excellent, wholly original whodunnit!’ Gilly MacMillan ‘Genius premise with all the twistiness you’d expect from Cara Hunter. Her best yet!’ Victoria Selman ‘Reads like True Crime—relentlessly twisty and utterly compelling’ Shari Lapena

Murder in the Family

An original story from the creator and writer of the hit BBC One TV series, Death in Paradise, featuring on-screen favourite detective, DI Richard Poole. Enhance your enjoyment of the series as, for the first time, Robert Thorogood brings the characters to life on the page in an all-new locked-room mystery. Aslan Kennedy has an idyllic life: leader of a spiritual retreat for wealthy holidaymakers on one of the Caribbean's most unspoilt islands, Saint Marie. Until he's murdered, that is. The case seems open and shut: when Aslan was killed he was inside a locked room with only five other people, one of whom has already confessed to the murder. Detective Inspector Richard Poole is hot, bothered, and fed up with talking to witnesses who'd rather discuss his 'aura' than their whereabouts at the time of the murder. But he also knows that the facts of the case don't quite stack up. In fact, he's convinced that the person who's just confessed to the murder is the one person who couldn't have done it. Determined to track down the real killer, DI Poole is soon on the trail, and no stone will be left unturned. A must read for fans of the TV series and Agatha Christie crime classics featuring Marple and Poirot.

Death in Paradise

A Meditation On Murder

A GUARDIAN BEST THRILLER OF THE YEAR An EXPRESS BEST THRILLER OF THE YEAR A WATERSTONES THRILLER OF THE MONTH 'A beautifully written mystery, packed with unforgettable characters' JANE HARPER 'Contender for thriller of the year' SUNDAY EXPRESS 'An accomplished and moving story of crime, punishment, love and redemption' GUARDIAN For fans of Jane Harper's The Dry comes a powerful novel about the lengths we will go to keep our family safe. This is a story about good and evil and how life is lived somewhere in between. Thirty years ago, Vincent King became a killer. Now, he's been released from prison and is back in his hometown of Cape Haven, California. Not everyone is pleased to see him. Like Star Radley, his ex-girlfriend, and sister of the girl he killed. Duchess Radley, Star's thirteen-year-old daughter, is part-carer, part-protector to her younger brother, Robin - and to her deeply troubled mother. But in trying to protect Star, Duchess inadvertently sets off a chain of events that will have tragic consequences not only for her family, but also the whole town. Murder, revenge, retribution. How far can we run from the past, when the past seems doomed to repeat itself? WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT WE BEGIN AT THE END: 'A magnificent crime novel. It deserves to win a hatful of awards. A BIG hat. Consider me a major fan' MARK BILLINGHAM 'Magnificent . . . an instant classic, a West Coast Where the Crawdads Sing . . . a special, vital novel. I'm grateful to have read it' A J FINN 'Surely destined to conquer the world' RUTH JONES 'So beautifully written' LYNDA LA PLANTE 'I LOVED this book . . . This is a book to be read and re-read and an author to be celebrated' LOUISE PENNY 'A stunning and heartbreaking book - will keep you gripped until the last moving page' CLAIRE MCGOWAN 'An exceptionally beautiful and accomplished crime novel' ALI LAND 'One of the best books I've ever read' FIONA CUMMINS 'An absolute masterclass in crime writing and story-telling' JO SPAIN 'One of the year's best crime reads' VASEEM KHAN 'One of my favourite books of all time' M. W. CRAVEN, winner of the CWA's Gold Dagger Award 'Breathtakingly beautiful. Another stunning story from the genius of Chris Whitaker' COMPULSIVE READERS 'A spellbinding masterclass in storytelling . . . one of the best books I have ever had the joy to read' ALEX J BOOKS BLOG 'A masterpiece . . . a contender for my top book of 2020' FOR WINTER NIGHTS BLOG 'I was totally seduced by this absolute masterpiece . . . took my breath away' SUIDI'S BOOK REVIEWS 'This book is bound to become a classic . . . Reader, Chris Whitaker's book made me cry . . . such is the power of this writing' LIVE AND DEADLY BLOG 'Utterly brilliant . . . This isn't just crime fiction, this is a masterclass' MELANIE READS BLOG 'A masterpiece of storytelling with clever twists and an ending to knock you sideways' CANDIS MAGAZINE 'This heart-rending story . . . is among the most powerful and moving I have read in years' DAILY MAIL 'Cements Whitaker's status as one of the most talented authors writing today' HEAT MAGAZINE 'Masterly novel' SUNDAY EXPRESS 'A dark yet painfully human tale that is impossible to forget' CRIME MONTHLY 'Beautifully written and deeply moving' SUNDAY TIMES CRIME CLUB 'A gorgeous, crystalline novel' JEANINE CUMMINS, author of AMERICAN DIRT

We Begin at the End

Kate’s son Jack insists he used to be someone else. Someone who died, tragically. At first, Kate’s confused about what he’s telling her. Don’t little kids say the weirdest things? But soon she can’t pretend it isn’t something more. No four-year-old should know what Jack does – have memories from before he was born. Then Jack reveals something he saw, years ago at the family lake house. Something that, if true, could tear their family apart… could never be forgiven. What really happened all those years ago? And how far will Kate go to find out? From the first page to the last, you won’t be able to put this book down. A one-of-a-kind thriller from the #1 bestselling author of Little Ghosts and The Things You Find in Rockpools. What readers are saying about Gregg Dunnett: “I rarely give 5 stars to a book… I am writing this review minutes after finishing the book and I am sobbing. Sob-bing… Well done Gregg Dunnett. I'm now stalking all your writing.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Phenomenal read. Hard to put down. I read this while my little one slept next to me at night. He is the light of my life… Reading Little Ghosts reminded me of how precious his little life is, and how precious my time is with him.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “What a great little book, devoured in just one sitting. Amazing story with great characters… I loved it all, but especially the emotional ending.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Written so beautifully. It has been a long time since I read a book that had me this engrossed.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A gripping, page-turning, excellent psychological thriller that you will be unable to put down.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A touching and alluring paranormal thriller of loss, grief, family, and everlasting love… Gregg Dunnett takes the reader on an intense, terrifying journey… I couldn't stop reading and needed to know how it would end.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “What a mix of emotions! I was scared at the beginning, mad and furious in the middle part, and then I'm sad and ugly crying in the end!... Gregg will really capture all your emotions in this book.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Lake House Children

The young oak tree with freshly budding leaves seemed unremarkable until his eyes travelled down to the wooden plaque set into the ground. The words sent an icy chill through his heart: They shall remember you. In the Scottish Highlands where secrets settle like mist in the glens, Detective Inspector James Corstorphine is summoned to a macabre scene – a gamekeeper hanging from an ancient oak, ensnared by an intricate trap of wire and bone. Still grieving his wife's death, Corstorphine finds himself hunting a killer who crafts elaborate deathtraps from human remains – clockwork mechanisms that deliver murder with chilling precision. When the victim's pregnant girlfriend Margo – her face a map of bruises – shares a reporter's notebook found among her boyfriend's possessions, Corstorphine discovers a connection to a journalist who died at the same hanging tree twenty years earlier. But Margo guards secrets of her own, and speaking the truth in this Highland community carries a deadly price. As the deaths mount, Corstorphine must confront his own ghosts while racing to uncover what links the victims. His investigation leads to a devastating truth: the killer isn't just taking lives – they're delivering retribution decades in the making. The first in the DI Corstorphine Scottish crime series, from a CWA New Blood Dagger Longlist author and McIlvanney Best Scottish Crime Novel Finalist will have you reading late into the night. The perfect page-turner for fans of LJ Ross, Ann Cleeves, and Val McDermid. Previously published as Whirligig. Readers love Andrew James Greig's books: ‘OMG that was an intense, keep you on the edge, read!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow, this book was thrilling and kept me hooked throughout!’ Reader review,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Gripping, intense and chilling... Highly recommended.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A standout thriller that combines a gripping investigation with the dark allure of the occult… The well-crafted plot, rich character development, and atmospheric setting make it a must-read for fans of the genre… readers are both entertained and haunted by the story long after they turn the final page.’ A Look Inside Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is an absolutely fantastic series! ... action packed from the very beginning and definitely kept me turning the pages.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I honestly had goosebumps reading this.’Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Amazing! I really didn’t want to put it down (who needs to sleep?!).’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Just Wow! What a read. Couldn’t put it down.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Compulsive… I couldn’t put it down.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absolutely hoovered it up.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Brilliant to the very last word… you won’t be able to put this book down.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The best crime novel I’ve ever read.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Detective Corstorphine

The Bone Clock

A haunting and heartbreaking novel narrated from heaven as a young girl watches over her family and killer. My name was Salmon, like the fish; first name, Susie. I was fourteen when I was murdered on December 6, 1973. In heaven, Susie Salmon can have whatever she wishes for – except what she most wants, which is to be back with the people she loved on earth. In the wake of her murder, Susie watches as her happy suburban family is torn apart by grief; as her friends grow up, fall in love, and do all the things she never had the chance to do herself. But as Susie will come to realize, even in death, life is not quite out of reach . . . An astonishing novel about life and death, memory and forgetting, and finding light in the darkest places. Alice Sebold's book inspired the Peter Jackson film, starring Susan Sarandon and Saoirse Ronan. 'Moving and compelling . . . I sat down in the morning to read the first couple of pages; five hours later, I was still there, book in hand, transfixed' – Maggie O'Farrell (author of The Marriage Portrait), Sunday Telegraph

Picador Collection

The Lovely Bones

The instant Sunday Times bestseller.'An intriguing, complex and hugely enjoyable small-town whodunnit' Janice Hallett, The Examiner'Funny yet poignant, cosy yet complex, familiar yet unique, I loved this' Jennie Godfrey, The List of Suspicious ThingsThere's a killer on the airwaves… and they're calling for you. Darkness looms over sunny Sidmouth, when an unsolved murder comes to the attention of late-night radio talk show host Edward Temmis. Recently sacked from his beloved job after a devastating tragedy, Edward is cast adrift – until he meets Stevie, whose grandmother, a devoted listener, died in a suspicious fire last year. Well, nobody hurts his listeners and helping Stevie might just give him the purpose he needs. Joined by his old fling, Kim, they discover Stevie's grandmother wasn't the only one of his listeners targeted – this is just the tip of the iceberg. But who is pursuing his ageing audience and why? And can Edward, Stevie and Kim get to the bottom of this mystery before it’s too late? Sunday Times bestseller list 4 May 2025

Murder on Line One

A BRAND NEW psychological thriller from the author of the TOP 10 BESTSELLER The Sleepover She knows what she saw. But can she prove it? After my relationship breaks down, I agree to house-sit my brother Dexter's posh apartment whilst he's out of the country. It will give me some much needed headspace. Sitting on the balcony one sweltering summer's evening in the midst of a power cut, I'm given a secret window into the lives of the residents in the opposite building, and I see more than I should. I'm drawn to a man in the penthouse and watch him closely and when a striking woman joins him on the balcony, I can't tear my eyes away. The following weekend a woman matching her exact description is reported missing. She's not been seen since that fateful night. When I go to the police, the man in the penthouse has a cast-iron alibi and denies she was ever there. I know what I saw and I can't let it go. The deeper I dig, the more dangerous things become. Someone is watching me too. Just how much can I trust my neighbours? The thrilling new read for fans of Freida McFadden, Claire McGowan and Lisa Jewell. Praise for The House Sitter: 'Tense and twisty, this is a real page turner of a read that will keep you up late on the sultry summer nights. This is another star turn from a writer at the top of her game.'- Claire Allen 'Keri Beevis has worked her magic yet again! THE HOUSE SITTER is a chilling, dark and suspenseful read that had me hooked from the very first page' - Amanda Brittany 'Clever, tense and gripping. This compelling, twisty new take on Hitchcock's classic, Rear Window, stole my breath from start to finish. I read it in a sitting!' - Jill Childs Praise for Keri Beevis: 'Another winner from Ms Beevis. A gripping story with plenty of twists and turns' - J.A. Baker 'From the start I was glued - a cracking roller-coaster ride of a story' - Susanna Beard 'Compelling, addictive, fast-paced and chilling. I loved it!' - Amanda Brittany 'A tense, clever and thought-provoking thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish and long afterwards.' - Natasha Boydell 'This is how to write a page turner.'- Valerie Keogh 'Another suspenseful page-turner from this very talented author' - John Nicholl 'Brilliant, chilling, and unputdownable' - Gemma Rogers 'Another gripping fast paced story from the brilliant Keri Beevis.' - Sadie Ryan 'Beevis has created a dark psychological thriller thick with atmosphere. Cleverly woven threads pull together in a heart-stopping conclusion in this satisfyingly clever tale. Highly recommended' - Diane Saxon 'A disturbingly chilling thriller which is completely gripping. The Sleepover is an intense mystery full of clever twists which I didn't see coming' - Alex Stone 'An atmospheric thriller that grips until the last page. Beevis at her best!' - Diana Wilkinson

The House Sitter - A chilling, addictive psychological thriller from Keri Beevis (Unabridged)

'Rosalind Stopps is a born storyteller with a gift of balancing the gritty and dark with humour … a blooming marvellous page turner' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Warm, wise and compelling’ Daily Mail 'This story is fantastic' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A heart-warming tale of courage and friendship’ The Sun 'An outstanding read' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This standout read is both dark and uplifting’ Fabulous * * * Ever since her beloved Jed died, all Virginia wants is to be left alone. But the little girl who lives down the street is so sweet, that even in her grief-fuelled state Virginia’s heart softens whenever she sees her. And that’s why Virginia knows there’s something wrong in the little girl’s house. So when the mother asks Virginia to take her child far away, somewhere safe, Virginia says yes. The last thing Virginia would call herself is a hero. She’s just doing what anyone else would do, right? But when she realises how much danger the child is in, she knows she needs to do everything she can to keep her safe … Because sometimes it’s the most ordinary people who do the most extraordinary things. * * * Perfect for fans of Jennie Godfrey, Rachel Joyce and Liz Nugent.

Virginia Lane is Not a Hero

Two murders. Twenty years. Now the killer is back for more… A darkly compelling debut crime novel. The start of a brilliant series, perfect for fans of Stuart MacBride, Val McDermid, and James Oswald. DCI Matilda Darke has returned to work after a nine month absence. A shadow of her former self, she is tasked with re-opening a cold case: the terrifyingly brutal murders of Miranda and Stefan Harkness. The only witness was their eleven-year-old son, Jonathan, who was too deeply traumatized to speak a word. Then a dead body is discovered, and the investigation leads back to Matilda's case. Suddenly the past and present converge, and it seems a killer may have come back for more…

DCI Matilda Darke

For Reasons Unknown

TELL ME YOUR SECRETS…‘Tense and compulsive’ Louise Candlish, bestselling author of Our House ‘Suspicion, betrayal and dark secrets abound’ T M Logan, bestselling author of The Mother ‘A delicious web of lies’ Jane Corry, bestselling author of Coming to FInd You When Alice and Leo move into a newly renovated house in The Circle, a gated community of exclusive houses, it is everything they’ve dreamed of. But appearances can be deceptive… As Alice is getting to know her neighbours, she discovers a devastating, grisly secret about her new home, and begins to feel a strong connection with Nina, the therapist who lived there before. Alice becomes obsessed with trying to piece together what happened two years before. But no one wants to talk about it. Her neighbours are keeping secrets and things are not as perfect as they seem… The million-copy Sunday Times bestselling author B A Paris returns to her heartland of gripping psychological suspense in this powerful tale of a house that holds a shocking secret. Praise for The Therapist: ‘Alice’s smart new home in The Circle comes with a nightmarish secret in B A Paris’s tense and compulsive new thriller – I gobbled it up in two sittings’ Louise Candlish ‘Suspicion, betrayal and dark secrets abound in this tense story – all hidden just beneath the surface of a seemingly perfect suburban life’ TM Logan ‘A delicious web of lies. Be prepared for your head to spin and your fingers to fly!’ Jane Corry ‘B A Paris is the queen of psychological thrillers and her latest does not disappoint’ My Weekly ‘This spooky thriller with excellent twists and a really fast-paced shock finale’ Heat ‘Totally hooked. Completely gripping’ Mel McGrath ‘A propulsive and deliciously dark page-turner. Perfectly paced and tightly plotted’ Lucy Clarke ‘Domestic suspense at its very best. An aspirational setting, an unsolved crime, a plethora of suspects and twisted allegiances at every turn … I loved it’ Caz Frear ‘Tense and suspenseful … a delicious slice of suburban noir shot through with secrets, lies, paranoia and the unsettling claustrophobia of a staunchly closed community’ Kia Abdullah

The Therapist

‘What a twisted, tangled web! And I positively loved it!... a real page-turner. I devoured this book and loved every single page.’ Reader review, ????? When Milla Graham returns to her childhood home of Raven's Edge after eighteen long years away, she finds the perfect English village looks much the same – all rose-covered cottages, nosy neighbours, and chintzy teashops full of scones and gossip. But her nostalgic visit takes a dark turn when the body of a local woman is discovered in an abandoned manor house on the edge of the forest. The murder scene is chillingly close to that of Milla’s own mother, whose death was never solved. As she begins to investigate the connection, Milla realizes this adorable village is guarding some dark secrets. Handsome, grumpy local policeman Ben Taylor doesn't believe in coincidences, and he doesn’t think mysterious newcomer Milla Graham is as innocent as she seems. Why is she really here in Raven’s Edge, and how come she keeps turning up at his crime scenes, causing trouble? Can he solve this murder case without losing himself – or his heart – to the rather distracting Miss Graham? When another body is found, everyone becomes a suspect – from the barmaid at the local pub to Milla Graham herself. It seems that in Raven's Edge, not everybody is as friendly, or as innocent, as they first seem. This picture-perfect English village is full of rumour, romance...and murder! A gripping, funny, absolutely unputdownable murder mystery, which is perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Fiona Leitch and M.C. Beaton.

An English Village Mystery

Murder at Raven's Edge

'A twist to rival Gone Girl left me gasping' KATY BRENT–––––––––––––– Meet Emma. Emma is sick. She can’t work because of a neurological condition, so is stuck in her family’s tiny council house. Emma is sick of being told to ‘get over it’. Her stepfather, her doctors, strangers – everyone has an opinion. Emma is sick of being the other woman. Her boyfriend Adam is perfect: he’s got a great job and an amazing home. His wife Celeste is the problem. Emma is sick of being underestimated. All she needed was a target. And now she has Celeste… Emma is sick. Just not in the way you thought.–––––––––––––– An Observer crime and thriller pick of the month ‘Emma is a force to be reckoned with…deliciously dark and twisted, and a lot of fun.’ OBSERVER AUTHORS LOVE SICK TO DEATH: ‘A hugely gripping and enjoyable debut… Clever and witty.’ ABIGAIL DEAN ‘A gripping debut from a unique new voice. Bridges writes with a stinging authenticity and tinder-dry humour. Emma is the kind of character who will have you looking over your shoulder.’ ERIN KELLY ‘A slick and exciting debut that had me devouring each page. Emma is simultaneously totally chilling yet totally believable. A twist to rival Gone Girl left me gasping.’ KATY BRENT ‘A dazzling debut, skillfully crafted and full of surprises. Beautifully written, utterly original and shockingly dark.’ LESLEY KARA ‘Thrilling, moving and thought-provoking, with a brilliant central character. A skilful suspense novel.’ B. P. WALTER ‘The kinds of twists and turns that make you gasp…hard to put down.’ JENNIE GODFREY ‘An urgent and compelling thriller from a much-needed new voice’ ANNA BAILEY ‘A stunning debut…the definition of a propulsive and unforgettable psychological thriller.' ASHLEY TATE ‘Sharply written, with a frenetic pace and nothing you expect. Clever and twisty with such a kick.’ LOUISE SWANSON ‘Impossible to put down…slick and riveting.’ RUTH IRONS ‘A sizzling saucepot of a domestic thriller.’ MIRA V SHAH ‘Twisty, dark, and full of heart. I didn't want it to end!’ NATALI SIMMONDS ‘Smoulders until the very end. A tale of love, betrayal, hope and despair…totally addictive.’ G. D. WRIGHT READERS LOVE SICK TO DEATH: ‘I read a lot of thrillers and can always guess the twists…but not this time!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘At last, a totally original drama! Fabulously written characters and a storyline I became totally immersed in!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Nothing could have prepared me for how this book was going to go. The twists and turns gave me whiplash!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Honestly such a great book, so well portrayed how it feels to live with a chronic illness!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A disturbing, complex and original thriller where you never know who to trust!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A rollercoaster ride… highly original with brilliant characters!’ Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I admit I had some preconceptions about this book and I have never been so happy to be wrong. Excellent, clever and thrilling.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Sick to Death

*The USA Today bestseller* ‘An edge-of-your-seat, page-flipping, stay-up-all-night, heart-racing suspense thriller!’ Real Reviewer ‘Holy mother of…! This book was SO good. I devoured it…You NEED to read this!’ Real Reviewer ‘Holy cr*p! This is good! Riveting, exciting…kept me guessing. Loved it!’ Real Reviewer In a cabin in a wood, A woman by the window stood. Glancing out, she thought she heard Footsteps, whistling, something stirred. Hiding here, she fears the night, For what’s done in the dark will come to light. She must run fast to escape her lie Or she’ll be the next to die… The unmissable new thriller from the USA Today bestselling master of edge-of-your-seat reading and screenwriter of Netflix Original movie, The Weekend Away. Readers are gripped by The Cabin in the Woods: ‘Buckle up because you are in for a ride! Every time I thought the ending was close, there was another twist that I didn’t see coming… I felt like my heart was going to stop or burst out of my chest!’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book had me flipping pages as fast as I could! If you love thrillers, buy this book NOW!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Phenomenal! A very twisty journey… kept me guessing… no slow burn here! Perfectly paced and I loved it!’ NetGalley reviewer⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow. This one packs more than a punch, it’s a wallop… Had me biting my nails, stomach clenched. An absolute must read.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Omg! I couldn’t put this down. It had me hooked and wouldn’t let go. Unforgettable!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Once again Sarah Alderson proves that she is truly one of the greats! Easily my favourite book so far this year… Twisty, atmospheric, unputdownable.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A masterclass from Sarah Alderson. Impossible to put down!’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow! I absolutely loved this book. What a page turner… I was gripped from start to finish. If you love fast-paced, suspenseful thrillers then this is for you!’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The perfect thriller! …One of the most suspenseful stories I have ever read… and the ending will leave you reeling.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Now that’s how a thriller is done! Taut in pace and brimming with suspense… I was absolutely hooked and couldn’t turn the pages fast enough.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘WOW! Boy, did Sarah Alderson deliver… Five stars.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Cabin in the Woods

Agatha Christie’s most daring crime mystery – an early and particularly brilliant outing of Hercule Poirot, The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, with its legendary twist, changed the detective fiction genre for ever. Roger Ackroyd was about to be married. He had a life of wealth and privilege. First he lost his fiancée – and then his life. The day after her tragic suicide he retires upstairs to read a mysterious letter, leaving his closest friends and family to eat dinner below. Just a few hours later he is found stabbed to death in a locked room with a weapon from his own collection. Was he killed for money? For love? Or for something altogether more sinister? The truth will out. But you won’t see it coming.

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd

North, South… and a Star. A six-year war rages in Chicago. Death is postponed by a debt of gratitude. Envy encourages the unthinkable. Hate destroys lives. Love complicates relationships. Two enemies wish for the same thing—to take what the other one holds dear. Amid all the chaos—Layla, the perfect bargaining chip for both sides to manipulate. Divided between two bosses, blinded by her own unfulfilled needs, she ignores the risks and makes an irrevocably dangerous decision. When the enemy becomes an ally, and an ally becomes an enemy, Layla’s loyalty starts to lose her battle with reason. Layla finds love where it shouldn’t be. Safety where only danger lies, and happiness in the darkest of places, but in the world of Mafia; rules don’t apply. Inhibitions don’t exist. Betrayal hangs in the air, and Layla must decipher the havoc of her past and present to find a way to stay alive.

Broken

Broken Rules

An all-new collection of summer-themed mysteries from the master of the genre, just in time for the holiday season.Summertime – as the temperature rises, so does the potential for evil. From Cornwall to the French Riviera, whether against a background of Delphic temples or English country houses, Agatha Christie’s most famous characters solve even the most devilish of conundrums as the summer sun beats down. Pull up a deckchair and enjoy plot twists and red herrings galore from the bestselling fiction writer of all time. INCLUDES THE STORIES: The Blood-Stained Pavement The Double Clue A Death on the Nile Harlequin’s Lane The Adventure of the Italian Nobleman Jane in Search of a Job The Disappearance of Mr Davenheim The Idol House of Astarte The Rajah’s Emerald The Oracle at Delphi The Adventure of the Sinister Stranger The Incredible Theft

MIDSUMMER MYSTERIES: Secrets and Suspense from the Queen of Crime

Murder, buried secrets, and one woman’s fight for justice Detective Samantha Freeman is barely recovering from the devastating accident that killed her fiancé, Ravi, when she’s thrust into a chilling murder case. Valerie Turner, a wife and mother of two, is found dead in her kitchen. But as Samantha peels back the layers of Val’s seemingly ordinary life, she uncovers shocking secrets—a son given up for adoption, an illicit affair, blackmail, and stolen identities. The case takes a dark turn when DNA evidence ties the crime to a police officer and reveals long-lost twins separated at birth. As Samantha races to unravel a tangled web of betrayal, the suspect list grows—and so does the danger. Amid the chaos, Samantha learns she’s pregnant, a bittersweet revelation that forces her to fight harder for justice. But with the killer closer than she imagined, can Samantha uncover the truth before more lives are lost—including her own? Packed with twists, emotional stakes, and heart-pounding suspense, this is a mystery that will keep you hooked until the shocking finale.

Little Black Lies

As Christmas approaches, Nathalie embraces the wintry charm of the picturesque village of Earlsraven. However, her plans for her first Christmas as the Black Feather's owner didn't include the huge snowman that appears in the car park. The frosty figure adds to the festive ambiance of the pub's decorations so she decides he can stay. But despite the warmth and welcome at Earlsraven's favourite inn, there's a chilling mystery for Nathalie and her cook Louise to solve, as the snowman's appearance heralds nothing but trouble. About the series: There was nothing in the will about this... Cottages, English roses and rolling hills: that's Earlsraven. In the middle of it all: the "Black Feather". Not only does young Nathalie Ames unexpectedly inherit this cosy inn from her aunt, she also falls heir to her aunt's secret double life! She solved criminal cases together with her cook Louise, a former agent of the British Crown. And while Nathalie is still trying to warm up to the quirky villagers, she discovers that sleuthing runs in the family.

Tea? Coffee? Murder!

The Snowman's Secret - Tea? Coffee? Murder!, Episode 6 (Unabridged)

One spy. One dangerous book. One deadly mission. Discover the first book in this gripping fantasy mystery series – The Invisible Library is the astounding debut from bestselling author Genevieve Cogman. Perfect for fans of Mr Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan, Jasper Fforde's The Eyre Affair or Ben Aaronovitch's Rivers of London. 'I absolutely loved this' – N.K. Jemisin, author of The Fifth Season Irene is a professional spy for the mysterious Library, whose staff are sent to different realities to harvest dangerous and mystical fiction. Irene has been posted to an alternative steampunk London along with her enigmatic new assistant, Kai. Their mission: to retrieve a dangerous edition of Grimms' Fairy Tales. But it has already been stolen. In London's underground, the laws of nature have been bent – supernatural creatures and unpredictable magic stalk the land. The city is home to vampires, werewolves – factions that are all prepared to fight to the death for this book. Irene must face a web of deadly danger, deception and secret societies. Her new assistant is hiding secrets of his own. Yet failure is not an option – the nature of reality itself is at stake . . . Continue the journey with the adventurous second title in the Invisible Library series, The Masked City. Praise for the series: 'I absolutely loved this' – N. K. Jemisin, author of The Fifth Season 'Irene is a great heroine: fiery, resourceful and no one's fool' – The Guardian 'Cogman keeps upping the ante on this delightful series!' – Charles Stross, author of the Merchant Princes series

The Invisible Library series

The Invisible Library

She thought the murders had stopped. She was wrong.The instant New York Times bestseller and a Sunday Times Thriller of the Year, soon to be a major TV series, developed by Emma Stone‘Very few debuts are as insightful, cunningly plotted and well written as this.’ The Sunday Times Best Thrillers of 2022 ‘I couldn’t put this one down’ Prima ‘This was dark! Edge of your seen stuff… incredibly atmospheric and tricky.’Platinum ‘A smart, edge-of-your-seat story with plot twists you’ll never see coming.’ Karin Slaughter, Sunday Times No. 1 Bestselling Author Chloe Davis’ father is a serial killer. He was convicted and jailed when she was twelve but the bodies of the girls were never found, seemingly lost in the surrounding Louisiana swamps. The case became notorious and Chloe’s family was destroyed. His crimes stalk her like a shadow. Now Chloe has rebuilt her life. She’s a respected psychologist in Baton Rouge and has a loving fiancé. But she just can’t shake a tick-tick-tick of paranoia that, at any moment, it might all come crashing down. As does something darker. It is the anniversary of her father’s crimes, and Chloe is about to see her worst fears come true – a girl she knows goes missing. The nightmare has started again…

A Flicker in the Dark

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - REESE’S BOOK CLUB PICK Nothing brings a family together like a murder next door. “I just loved how intriguing the mystery is but also the dynamics between a grandmother, a mother, and a teenage daughter."" —Reese Witherspoon Think: Gilmore Girls, but with murder. High-powered businesswoman Lana Rubicon has a lot to be proud of: her keen intelligence, impeccable taste, and the L.A. real estate empire she’s built. But when she finds herself trapped 300 miles north of the city, convalescing in a sleepy coastal town with her adult daughter Beth and teenage granddaughter Jack, Lana is stuck counting otters instead of square footage—and hoping that boredom won’t kill her before the cancer does. Then Jack—tiny in stature but fiercely independent—happens upon a dead body while kayaking. She quickly becomes a suspect in the homicide investigation, and the Rubicon women are thrown into chaos. Beth thinks Lana should focus on recovery, but Lana has a better idea. She’ll pull on her wig, find the true murderer, protect her family, and prove she still has power. With Jack and Beth’s help, Lana uncovers a web of lies, family vendettas, and land disputes lurking beneath the surface of a community populated by folksy conservationists and wealthy ranchers. But as their amateur snooping advances into ever-more dangerous territory, the headstrong Rubicon women must learn to do the one thing they’ve always resisted: depend on each other.

Mother-Daughter Murder Night

The Murders at Fleat House is the suspenseful and utterly compelling crime novel from the author of the multimillion-selling The Seven Sisters series, Lucinda Riley. Read by Gemma Whelan (The Woman Who Lied) 'A cleverly woven mystery to savour' – Sunday Express The sudden death of a pupil in Fleat House at St Stephen’s – a small private boarding school in deepest Norfolk – is a shocking event that the headmaster is very keen to call a tragic accident. But the local police cannot rule out foul play, and the case prompts the reluctant return of high-flying Detective Inspector Jazmine ‘Jazz’ Hunter to the force. Reunited with her loyal sergeant, she enters the closed world of the school and begins to probe the circumstances surrounding Charlie Cavendish’s tragic death. When staff at the school close ranks, the disappearance of a young pupil and the death of an elderly classics master provide Jazz with important leads. But, while snow covers the landscape, a suspect goes missing. As Jazz must confront her personal demons, a grim discovery at the school will make this the most challenging murder investigation of her career. Fleat House hides secrets darker than even Jazz could ever have imagined . . . 'A thrilling whodunit for crime fans. Another Lucinda Riley legacy to treasure' – Lancashire Post

The Murders at Fleat House

Murder is in full bloom, but can Steph and her sidekick Mouse weed out the killer? It's an invitation Steph can't refuse when she's handpicked to compete at the prestigious National Trust property Coleton Fishacre. With the country's top garden designers as rivals and a stunning historic estate for inspiration, it feels like a dream come true. But things quickly turn thorny when the youngest competitor falls mysteriously ill and Steph suspects foul play. Her fears are confirmed when a scream echoes through the gardens, leading her to the horrific sight of a dead body at the foot of the cliff. With her trusty dog Mouse by her side, Steph's determined not to let the culprit slip through the cracks. Uncovering the truth in a garden full of suspects is no easy task, but Steph must trim away the lies before the murderer prunes the competition - for good! For fans of Richard Coles, Sarah Yarwood-Lovett, and Fiona Leitch, a delightfully witty and gripping cosy crime novel where the stakes are high, the gardens are lush, and murder is always in season.

The Gardener Mysteries

Murder in Bloom

Preorder the BRAND NEW psychological thriller from the number 2 bestselling author of The Family at No. 12 A completely unmissable, twisty thriller, perfect for fans of Claire Douglas, Frieda McFadden, and Lisa Jewell. Ray Eke has always found peace in his job, collecting litter for the city council. Until the day he finds the brutalized, bloodless body of a girl on his round. He recognizes her immediately too. Lauren Pascoe went missing three years before. It's also clear she hasn't been lying on the roadside verge all this time. Someone's clearly been holding her prisoner. Keeping her as their very special toy. The police know it couldn't have been Ray, whose gentle heart is obvious to all. But then another girl is taken. And she's someone who Ray had a connection to, back in his previous job as an accountant, before his breakdown... The twists in this novel are guaranteed to leave readers with their jaws on the floor. Just when you think you know who the killer is, you'll have your mind blown! Readers love Anita Waller: 'A great cast of characters, a riveting storyline, a nail-biting climax.' Valerie Keogh 'By page 3 I was hooked. By the end I was addicted.' Owen Mullen 'Wow! Sit down and hold on for the ride!... Another one of Anita's books that I didn't want to put down... Just as I love a psychological thriller to be and the ending was just perfect. Another stunningly compulsive read from a truly brilliant author!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I was hooked from the first page. Blown away. Wow... Twisted, dark and disturbing.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is why I read novels! This book is everything!... I want to read ten more like it.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'WHAT A BRILLIANT READ... It gripped me from the first page!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Oh my goodness! I'm not a great reader but I devoured this book in a few days... Twists and turns a plenty... Suspense, thrilling, heart wrenching and what a conclusion. Had it all. Best book in a long time.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'What a read! Literally I couldn't put it down... Extremely gripping.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Gobsmacking... Kept me glued to the pages until the very last word!... The outcome shocked me - I didn't see THAT coming but that wasn't the last surprise. A fantastic thriller.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Missing Ones - A BRAND NEW utterly gripping psychological thriller from Anita Waller (Unabridged)

**T.M. LOGAN'S LATEST GRIPPING THRILLER, THE DAUGHTER, IS AVAILABLE NOW IN HARDBACK, EBOOK, AND AUDIO** From the Sunday Times bestselling author of Richard & Judy Book Club pick THE HOLIDAY, comes an unmissable new thriller. She says he's perfect. I know he's lying . . . He caught me watching, and our eyes met. That was when it hit me. There was something not quite right about my daughter's new boyfriend . . . The doting father Ed finally meets his daughter's boyfriend for the first time. Smart, successful and handsome, Ryan appears to be a real catch. Then Abbie announces their plan to get married. The perfect fiancé There's just one problem. Ed thinks Ryan is lying to them. Who would you believe? All of Ed's instincts tell him his daughter is in terrible danger - but no-one else can see it. With the wedding date approaching fast, Ed sets out to uncover Ryan's secrets, before it's too late . . . The Catch is such utterly compulsive reading you just *have* to talk about it. it broke all records for the number of comments left when serialised by Pigeonhole. 'Tense, tight and totally absorbing' Adele Parks, Sunday Times bestselling author of Lies, Lies, Lies 'Smart, intense, and with a humdinger of a mid-point twist. I loved it' Gillian McAllister, Sunday Times bestselling author 'Taut, tense and compelling. T.M. Logan's talent is in creating characters with whom the reader instantly relates, and then thrusting them into situations that reflect our deepest fears. Thriller writing at its finest' Simon Lelic 'T.M. Logan's best yet. Fully delivers on its killer premise. Unsettling and so, so entertaining. The perfect thriller' Caz Frear 'Tricksy, twisting, instantly relatable and utterly compulsive. T.M. Logan excels at creating characters you really care about and exposing them to your very worst fears in a way that is always smart, suspenseful and thoroughly entertaining' C.M. Ewan Praise for the master of the 'it-could-be-you' thriller, T.M. Logan: 'Assured, compelling, and hypnotically readable - with a twist at the end I guarantee you won't see coming' Lee Child 'I loved the intrigue - it makes you think twice about going on holiday with friends' B A Paris 'Perfect summer reading' S R Masters 'Perfectly plotted and riveting with an exceptional ending' Diane Jeffrey 'Heart-thumping suspense and the greatest twist since Gone Girl' Michele Campbell 'A moral dilemma + a pacy plot = one gripping thriller. I stayed up far too late reading this one!' Louise Jenson

The Catch

One Last Secret … would you kill to keep it?‘Absolutely gripping’ Lisa Jewell ‘I’ll drop anything for a new Adele Parks’ Lucy Foley ‘Whip-smart protagonist, immensely satisfying’ Karin Slaughter ‘Parks gets better and better’ Gillian McAllister ‘Original and utterly compelling’ Peter James One last client A week at a beautiful French chateau should be an easy final job for Dora. She’s smart, stunning and discreet. She only needs to convince the other guests that she’s Daniel’s girlfriend. One last chance One final, luxurious week and she can leave the dangerous, difficult escort world, because Dora has fallen in love and is ready to embrace a better future. One last secret But as the guests assemble, it becomes terrifyingly apparent that putting her past behind her is impossible. And one last secret could cost Dora everything, including her life… From the Sunday Times Number One bestseller Adele Parks comes a blisteringly provocative novel about power, sex, money and revenge. Praise for One Last Secret: ‘Absolutely gripping, this is revenge lit at its best’ Lisa Jewell ‘I’ll drop anything for a new Adele Parks: she nails it every time’ Lucy Foley ‘Perfection’ Daily Mail ‘A whip-smart protagonist, immensely satisfying twists and turns and powerful emotional undercurrents’ Karin Slaughter ‘An astonishing achievement, Parks gets better and better’ Gillian McAllister ‘A high-octane read’ Prima ‘Original and utterly compelling’ Peter James ‘Serves up the perfect dose of escapism laced with tension and darkness’ Cosmopolitan ‘Adele Parks is the queen of the domestic drama’ Sally Hepworth ‘Deliciously deceptive and darkly satisfying. I loved it’ Jane Fallon ‘Adele Parks goes fearlessly into worlds… She pulls it off every time’ Jane Corry ‘Tense’ Best ‘5*… This dark, twisted tale gets better with every page’ The Sun ‘‘Perfect pacing… a clever plot with several jaw-dropping twists and a protagonist you’ll find yourself rooting for…’ My Weekly ‘A sassy voice and – in true Parks style – a serpentine twist that comes back to bite you’ Saga

One Last Secret

‘A gripping page-turner about nightmare neighbours’ Platinum ‘A small act of malice between suburban neighbours snowballs, bringing tension and terror. Terrific and hugely thought-provoking’ Ian Rankin ‘One of my ten best reads of the year. Easy five stars’ Lisa Jewell * Waterstones Thriller of the Month – August 2023 *‘Intelligent, clever, poignant, sharp, and thought-provoking, right through to the perfect final line. Another sure hit for Kia Abdullah’ Andrea Mara ‘Brilliantly pacey and wonderfully written with a lovely big twist. Highly recommended’ Neil Lancaster * * * You can choose your house. Not your neighbours. WELCOME TO YOUR DREAM HOME . . . Salma Khatun is extremely hopeful about Blenheim, the safe suburban development to which she, her husband and their son have just moved. Their family needs a fresh start, and Blenheim feels like the right place. MEET YOUR NEW NEIGHBOURS . . . Shortly after they move in, Salma spots her neighbour, Tom Hutton, ripping out the anti-racist banner in their front garden. Choosing not to confront Tom, Salma takes the banner inside and puts it in her window. But the next morning she wakes up to find her window smeared with paint. AND PREPARE FOR THE NIGHTMARE TO BEGIN . . . This time she does confront Tom, and the battle lines between the two families are drawn. As things begin to escalate and the stakes become higher, it's clear that a reckoning is coming… And someone is going to get hurt. A gripping thriller about nightmare neighbours, Those People Next Door explores the loss of innocence and how far we’d go to defend ourselves and the people we love. * * * Praise for Those People Next Door: ‘This powerful social drama about racism and microaggression in today’s society is a must-read’ Prima ‘A stunning, thought-provoking and morally challenging read. It had me guessing until the ingenious reveal – a world-class story’ Graham Bartlett, author of Bad For Good ‘A tense, clever tale about the seething underbelly of a picture-perfect suburban town’ Country and Town House

Those People Next Door

At a luxury spa hotel a famous actress is found unconscious in a pool. The next day an elderly couple is found dead in their room. All indications are that this is simply a tragic accident and an overdose of sleeping pills. But the hotel manager senses that something is wrong, and a few days later when yet another person is found dead, there is no longer any doubt: This is murder. Detective Emma Sköld gets responsibility for the investigation. It soon becomes clear to her that there must be a connection between the three incidents, and that they are seeking a perpetrator who is not done killing. Rest in Peace is the first book in a series from the queen of Swedish crime, Sofie Sarenbrant.

Emma Sköld

Rest in Peace

Brought to you by Penguin. The first woman ever admitted to a prestigious order of mages unravels a secret conspiracy that could change the practice of magic forever in this standalone dark fantasy from the author of The Sword of Kaigen. For twenty years, Sciona has devoted every waking moment to the study of magic, fuelled by a mad desire to achieve the impossible: to be the first woman ever admitted to the High Magistry at the University of Magics and Industry. When Sciona finally achieves her ambition and becomes a Highmage, she finds her challenges have just begun. Her new colleagues are determined to make her feel unwelcome – and instead of a qualified lab assistant they give her a janitor. What neither Sciona nor her peers realize is that her taciturn assistant was not always a janitor. Ten years ago he was a nomadic hunter who lost his family on their perilous journey from the wild plains to the city. But now he sees the opportunity to finally understand the forces that decimated his tribe, drove him from his homeland – and keep the privileged in power. At first, mage and outsider have a fractious relationship. But working together, they uncover an ancient secret that could change the course of magic forever – if it doesn’t get them killed first. ©2024 M. L. Wang (P)2024 Penguin Audio

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