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I switched on the bedroom light, casting a glow across the apartment. No one was there. But then the locks on my front door caught my eye. I thought I'd locked them both, but now one was open... When I moved into the apartment with my little daughter Lily, it was meant to be a new beginning for us. Now we are right in the heart of downtown, in a building with its own doorman. For the first time in a long time we are safe, away from my ex-husband. But just as we settle into our new lives a letter arrives for someone called Annie. The neighbors tell me to ignore it. She's just the woman who lived here before me, who moved out one day without a word. Curious, I open it anyway and am shocked by what I read. It says Annie wasn't safe. It said she needed to get out. Now, I can't escape the idea that someone is watching us. I feel I can't trust my neighbors. And I can't help but think... Something happened to Annie. Something bad. And Lily and I are not nearly as safe here as I thought we were... A totally unputdownable gripping thriller, perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Shari Lapena and Gillian Flynn. Readers are loving The Girl Before Me: "OMG!!! SHUT THE FRONT DOOR!!! WHAT HAVE I JUST READ!?!?!?... The most heart-racing book I've read in a long time, if not ever!!! It had me hook, line and sinker from the first page... I started this yesterday afternoon and finished it at approx 2am... and although I'm knackered today it was 1000000% worth it!!!... MASSIVE BOMBSHELLS which will leave you absolutely shocked!!! I can hand on my heart say that I cannot remember when I was so gobsmacked by a book twist... AN EXPLOSIVE READ!!!" Bookworm86 ¿¿¿¿ "WOW!! Just wow!!... Mind-blowing, jaw-dropping, gripping... Once you pick up the book you just can't put it down... My jaw was locked open... Never did I imagine that ending." Heidi Lynn's Book Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿ "Great book!! Wow what a storyline! This book had suspense, intrigue, action, and WHOA, so many twists and turns!!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Wow! That was one suspenseful and thrilling read. I'm still at a loss for words... one of the best psychological thrillers that I've read... five stars from me. A sensational read." Books Only ¿¿¿¿¿ "Holy cow, this was so good!... so twisty with many OMG moments, it's fast paced and unputdownable." NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Wow wow wow - this book grabbed me from the first pages. So many twists and turns... I could not put down, read late into the night... This one is so so tense." NetGalley reviewer "An absolutely sensational read which had me hooked from page one. It had me guessing throughout... especially the shocker at the end!!!... Every chapter seemed to end on a cliffhanger and it was definitely unputdownable and addictive!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

The water ripples as the girl's body escapes the reeds and floats silently upwards. Her beautiful face-blue eyes frozen open, skin as white as snow-breaks the surface. But it's too late, this innocent soul has taken her final breath... When camp counselor Carolyn Sable's body is found floating in a lake beside Eagle Ridge Summer Camp, Detective Katie Scott must dig deep to stay focused. As a child, Katie spent many happy weeks at that camp toasting marshmallows on the fire with her best friend Jenny... until the day Jenny disappeared. The loss will always haunt Katie, but Carolyn's inconsolable family need answers. Searching the area, the devastating discovery of two more bodies sends the case into a tailspin. Suddenly on the hunt for a serial killer, Katie's blood turns to ice when she finds newspaper clippings about her own past cases planted near one of the bodies. Was this twisted killer banking on Katie taking the lead? And why? Carolyn was adored by children and staff at the camp, so Katie thinks her sudden resignation is key to cracking the case. Uncovering a tragic accident involving a group of children the weeks before Carolyn left, Katie knows she's getting close. But when the carefully laid trap Katie sets to catch Carolyn's killer backfires, Katie finds herself in unthinkable danger and unable to even trust her own team. Can she stay alive long enough to crack the toughest case of her career, and how many more innocent lives will be lost before she does? Everyone is talking about Silent Little Angels: "I still have goosebumps! Omg......... amazing I flew through the pages with Olympic speed. I was hooked from the very first page." NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars "It kept me guessing right until the end. There is plenty of action, suspense, and tension. I've become so invested in these characters. I was glued to this one and up way past my bedtime. I couldn't put it down." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars "I read this in one very short sitting, I couldn't put it down. It was well written with well-developed characters and a gripping storyline that was full of mystery, tension and twists... a thrilling read." NetGalley reviewer "All-time favorite... I was shouting in my head, don't go back there... wow!" I Spooky's Maze Of Books, 5 stars Readers love USA Today and Amazon bestselling author Jennifer Chase: "THERE WAS NO WAY I WAS PUTTING THIS BOOK DOWN!!!!!... I was literally holding my breath... I HAD TO KNOW!!!!! As for the explosive ending: WOW definitely not what, or who I was expecting." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

'Smile, nod, and don't breathe a word of what happens here. Or I'll put you on the next train to Auschwitz myself.'Four years later. Hanni Winter shivers in her thin coat as she hurries through the empty Berlin streets to her job. Despite the freezing winter and poverty all around, her cheeks flush when she meets the man she is photographing today, charismatic Tony Miller, the American pilot risking his life to bring food and provisions to the starving people of the city. But her rush of joy turns to ash as she sees the man behind him...It's been years since Hanni fled her terrible past, but seeing Reiner Foss now brings back harrowing memories of the man they called The Showman, and of the concentration camp he commanded. The last time she tried to expose him, Hanni almost died, can she dare to try again? Or should she seize the chance she sees in Tony's sparkling eyes to leave the horrors of the war behind?Hanni is no longer the frightened child she was when the Nazis devastated her life beyond repair. She vows to avenge every person who suffered at Reiner's hands. But does her attraction to Tony leave her vulnerable? Can Hanni protect her loved ones from her past, or will the cost of fighting her demons ultimately prove more than she can pay?A devastating novel about finding the strength to survive when all hope seems lost. Fans of The Alice Network, The Nightingale and The Tattooist of Auschwitz grab your tissues and dive into this heartbreaking story.Readers love Catherine Hokin: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The best historical fiction book I've read this year! I was awake until the early morning hours finishing it, because I could not put it down!... Heartbreaking.' Goodreads reviewer⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Amazing... I was totally absorbed in the story... 10 stars. One of my best reads this year. I can't begin to say how much I loved this book, I couldn't put it down, absolutely brilliant.' Goodreads reviewer

BEEINDRUCKEND. BEEINDRUCKEND. BEEINDRUCKEND. WOWWWW. ABSOLUT UNGLAUBLICH!!!!!!!! ... Ich kann gar nicht in Worte fassen, wie sehr ich dieses Buch LIEBE. Ich wünschte, die Geschichte wäre nie zu Ende ... ein Pageturner. Ich war vollkommen absorbiert ... fühle es immer noch in meinem Herzen ... eines der besten Bücher und Geschichten, die ich JEMALS gelesen habe ... Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ Die fesselnde Geschichte einer verbotenen Liebe, die drei Jahrzehnte und drei Kontinente umspannt. Saroj lebt als Tochter einer wohlhabenden indischen Familie in British Guyana ein unbeschwertes Leben. Doch all das hat ein Ende, als ihr strenger, orthodoxer Hindu-Vater verkündet, dass sie bald mit dem Sohn eines seiner Geschäftsfreunde verheiratet werden soll. Die sonst eher zurückhaltende Saroj entfacht ihr inneres Feuer und rebelliert mit aller Kraft - heimlich unterstützt von ihrer scheinbar sanftmütigen Mutter Ma. Saroj gewinnt ihren Freiheitskampf und reist nach London, wo sie Medizin studiert. Hier lernt sie Nat kennen, einen Kommilitonen, der einst von einem idealistischen englischen Arzt aus einem Waisenhaus in Südindien adoptiert wurde. Die Liebe trifft die beiden wie ein Blitzschlag, doch nach und nach kommen unerwartete und beunruhigende Verbindungen zwischen den Familien des jungen Paares ans Licht. Ma birgt ein tiefes Geheimnis ... eines, das ihre ganze Welt aus den Fugen heben könnte. Was Leser über Das Kind mit den goldenen Händen sagen: Erstaunliche Lektüre! Ich konnte es kaum erwarten, mich jede Nacht darin zu verlieren ... Ich weinte, ich lachte und ich war mitgerissen ... ABSOLUT PHÄNOMENAL! Goodreads Rezensent, ¿¿¿¿¿ Wunderbar! ... Ich wollte nicht, dass es zu Ende geht. Goodreads Rezensent, ¿¿¿¿¿ Was für ein großartiges Buch, es wird mich noch lange begleiten. Ich bin keiner, der leicht 5 Sterne vergibt ... ein unglaubliches Buch, das ich wärmstens empfehlen kann. Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ Absolut begeistert ... eines der besten Bücher, die ich je gelesen habe. Goodreads Rezensent, ¿¿¿¿¿ Eines meiner absoluten Lieblingsbücher! Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ Ich konnte dieses Buch nicht aus der Hand legen ... wunderbar! Goodreads Rezensent, ¿¿¿¿¿ Ein Buch für meine Favoritenliste. Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ Großartiges Buch ... wird mich noch lange begleiten. Goodreads Rezensent, ¿¿¿¿¿

There isn't a day I don't think of you, my poor lost girl. I remember the sweet, milky smell of your skin, the shape of your lips. You were perfect, lying there in my arms, as tiny as a bird and just as weightless. Oh, my love, come back to me. Find me... before it's too late. When three-year-old Sara disappeared from their lives, it tore the Turner family apart. Years later, they are still startling at every knock, convinced it's Sara at the door. But the only trace of the cherished little girl is a fading photo in the hall, a single white knitted baby shoe tucked behind the frame. Then, one day, as they pick at sandwiches in a crowded local café, a beautiful girl approaches, claiming to be Sara. With her wide green eyes and soft, straight hair, could she really be their long-lost girl? But where has she been all this time, and what happened to stop her from coming home? Soon, Sara is turning up for Sunday lunch, and then moving her things into the little bedroom upstairs. But as Sara makes herself at home, not everyone is happy that she's back in their lives once more. Long-held secrets are threatening to surface, and someone in this tight-knit family doesn't want them to be told... A gripping and emotional read about three generations of family secrets. Fans of Jodi Picoult, Kelly Rimmer and Kerry Fisher won't be able to put this book down. What readers are saying about Jill Childs: 'Left me speechless, with tears in my eyes, and at times heartbroken. Don't hesitate, just read this. Immediately.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'My first book by Jill Childs and she's thoroughly managed to leave me teary eyed with the wonderful tale that encompasses a mother's love... Heartbreaking and beautiful!' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An absolutely brilliant emotional roller-coaster of a novel, beautifully written with sensitivity and compassion... so touching I was close to tears and I didn't want it to end... such a delightful and heartwarming novel, it will stay in my thoughts for a long time.' NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

She raced across the woods. Cold wind hit her face, and her heart pounded so fast she could almost feel the panic rushing through her veins. She knocked on the door knowing she didn't have much time. Fear gripped her. "Please, help," she whispered. Rushing to the scene of a homicide at a farmhouse surrounded by thick, dark woodland, Special Agent Nikki Hunt is shocked to find four victims. A mother and father have been stabbed, their son, Bryce, is fighting for his life, and a young woman's body is lying near the front door, her wrists bound with heart-shaped bunting. Nikki has never seen such a complex scene, but despite recovering from her own painful loss, she will do whatever it takes to bring this killer to justice. Nikki soon identifies the woman as missing student Jessica Chandler and finds Bryce's initials woven into the jumper she wore the night she died. It seems like they were a couple, and that the Webers were a happy family. So who would want them dead? The murders have all the hallmarks of a serial killer: all the evidence suggests the murderer was watching them, turned the security cameras off as they entered and fled the scene from the front door. But then Jessica's friends tell Nikki she was uncomfortable around Bryce, and when two of Bryce's friends go missing along Stillwater river, and the girlfriend is found, she claims her boyfriend tried to kill her. Are Bryce and his friends hiding a dark side? Nikki knows she must dig deeper to find out their secrets, but can she uncover the truth before the killer takes another life? You won't want to stop turning the pages of this unputdownable crime thriller. Fans of Lisa Regan, Robert Dugoni and Kendra Elliot will be reading The Trapped Ones late into the night. What readers are saying about The Trapped Ones: "I love Nikki Hunt!!! Stacy Green has written such a fantastic, yet realistic, heroine... The Trapped Ones will keep you up well past bedtime." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿"Wow, this one will have you sitting on the edge of your set, all the while biting your nails." Spooky's Maze of Books, ¿¿¿¿¿"An utterly compelling read... a story I couldn't put down and one I'd 100% recommend." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿"I so love this series... so twisty and so good." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿"A thriller that grabs you from the first chapter to the last... This series just keeps getting better. This book kept me guessing and the twists were great." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿"Amazing! ... Riveting, twisty and difficult to put down read... kept me guessing until the highly climatic end. Any reader who enjoys thrillers is sure to find this one appealing." @rubie_reads, ¿¿¿¿¿"Mind-boggling twists and turns that keep you reading until the end." @cjrbbooklover, ¿¿¿¿¿

Buying a rundown cottage in Greece. A crazy, wine-fuelled idea, or the best decision she's ever made? Charlotte takes in the scene. To the left, her (ex?) fiancé's retreating back as he runs back to civilisation; in front, the crumbling Greek island farmhouse she thought was their shared dream; and just below, a goat munching merrily on her sunhat... At first, Jamie had leapt at Charlotte's idea to permanently swap drizzly Chester for sun-drenched Crete. Now it looks like she'll be living this dream alone. Devastated but determined, she rolls up her sleeves and gets to work turning the ramshackle house into her forever home. At least the local community welcomes her with open arms, including sexy restaurant-owner-slash-handyman, Darius. Taking a sledgehammer to her old life, and snacking on homemade honey cake on her breaks, Charlotte begins to see the promise of a future without Jamie. But on a trip back home, he suddenly appears, wanting her back. Faced with a choice between the first love who broke her heart and the gorgeous Greek man who has been putting it back together, how will Charlotte choose where she truly belongs? A totally laugh-out-loud and feel-good summer read about taking a chance on life and love! Perfect for fans of Carole Matthews, Jenny Colgan and My Mamma Mia Summer. Readers adore Sue Roberts: 'I absolutely LOVED, no make that ADORED, reading it... I was hooked... I stayed up reading the book until the early hours of the morning.' Ginger Book Geek, 5 stars 'Wow, where to even begin with this book? I loved it... Hollywood, let's see this as a movie!... I gorged on this book in two sittings... I can't recommend this book enough.' Celebrating Authors, 5 stars 'Oh my God!!!!... I really loved this book... so good and sweet that it is very hard to leave behind.' The Nerdy Bookarazzi 'So delightfully funny that I found myself laughing out loud... A lovely heart-warming romantic comedy... Would definitely recommend.' Stardust Book Reviews 'I loved this book... Sue's descriptions had me yearning to get back on a plane... I was hooked from page one and completely devoured each page. A wonderful five star read.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars 'A laugh-out-loud, feel-good, amazing book... One of my top reads of the year.' Odyssey Across the Shelves 'A full five-star read!... I'm off to search out her backlist. High five for Sue Roberts! She's found the perfect recipe for escapist reading with a touch of sweet holiday romance for all of us armchair travellers. THANK YOU! You must put this wholesome, dreamy, vacation romance onto your radar...' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'You can feel the sun, smell the sea and relax into the gorgeous descriptions as your shoulders sink, your breathing slows and you relax.

Your little girl is all yours... isn't she? Dani and her husband Tate's life together is almost perfect. But Dani is haunted by guilt for causing a terrible car accident that left her unable to have children. She can't remember why she was driving so fast that day or where she was going. Her therapist says she should try to move on. So when their application to adopt is accepted, Dani sobs with joy. As perfect little Willow nestles in her arms, Dani looks at Tate's loving smile and knows he will always provide for his family, no matter what. When Dani sees a woman staring as she pushes Willow's stroller around the safe, gated Florida community where they live, she tells herself it's simply an admiring passer-by. After all, Dani herself used to watch the local moms and wish she was in their shoes. But when Dani wakes in the night to find Willow's crib empty, their perfect life becomes a nightmare. In her frantic distress for her daughter, Dani's memories of the accident flash through her mind. And with a jolt she realises: everyone around her has been lying about that day. Will Dani find out the truth before it's too late for her baby girl? Or will facing her own dark secrets tear them all apart? A totally addictive and heart-stopping read with a truly mind-blowing twist. Fans of The Woman in the Window, Gone Girl and The Wife Between Us won't be able to put down this incredible thriller from bestselling author Jenna Kernan. Read what everyone's saying about Jenna Kernan:"This book should come with a warning label: Beware, once you start reading, you will not be able to put it down... and stay up way past your bedtime!... an incredible novel... a must-read!!" NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿"I could NOT put this book down! WOW! WOW! WOW!... fantastic, fast-paced, and riveting... Lots of twists and turns." NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "Wow... an absolutely compelling read... I absolutely loved this one... so compelling... a real page-turner... I didn't want it to end... One of the best books I have read this year. Highly recommended." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿"Wow Jenna Kernan knows how to write a thriller! From page one on she has you gripped. Excellently written and definitely keeps you reading-with the light on." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "Blew my socks off!!... had me hooked from the get-go, I devoured it in one sitting... had me hanging on for dear life... blew my mind at the final twist! The perfect book." @becsbookshelf_, ¿¿¿¿¿ "OMG!... so good I just had to keep on reading... kept me up past my bedtime but it was worth every minute... I was so engrossed that when my dog suddenly started to bark, I almost hit the roof." B for Book Review, ¿¿¿¿¿

The woman's skin was almost transparent. Her light hair darkened at the tips. Her lips were blue and slightly parted. But all Mackenzie could focus on were the eyes. Those arctic eyes that looked glassy like glistening marbles. She could see her own reflection in them staring back at her. The woman looked almost like a carefully crafted doll. Detective Mackenzie Price knows what makes a killer tick. But when she finds the body of a young woman dumped in the trunk of her car, she knows this case is going to be the most personal and twisted yet. Looking down at the victim, Mack recognises her instantly: Sophie Fields, the fiancée of Mack's co-worker who vanished months before. Reeling in shock, Mack keeps one crucial piece of evidence to herself, too horrified to share it: a crumpled piece of paper bearing the words "You're welcome, Mackenzie." As Mack pieces together Sophie's last known movements, another body is found with a note. This time the victim is Courtney Montenegro, Mack's childhood bully. As Mack looks at the note it becomes clear that the killer has an unusual MO: they want to protect her at all costs. But why? The only evidence connecting the victims are identical pieces of material left at both crime scenes. With no other leads, Mack unearths a cold case which may lead her to the killer. Sophie had a sister who disappeared years before. Did she get too close to the truth and pay the ultimate price? With an obsessive killer still on the loose, Mack knows that she needs to get deep inside their mind to work out who is next on the hit list. Can she get to the killer in time before someone close to her loses their life? A completely gripping read that will have you on the edge of your seat, this addictive crime thriller is perfect for fans of Lisa Regan, Kendra Elliot and Melinda Leigh. What readers are saying about Ruhi Choudhary: "Wow, wow just WOW!!!... Had me hook, line and sinker from the start and kept me on the edge of my seat as well as up at night... Completely left me speechless and sitting there with my mouth hanging open... Cliffhanger much!!!" Bookworm 86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Started with a bang, ended with a bang!... Loved it!... Kept me captivated from page one... I wasn't able to put down the book. I just yearned for more and more. Sadly, even this book had to end, but kaboom, what an ending!" Tove Reads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I couldn't turn the pages fast enough, loaded with suspense, fast paced, full of mystery and nail-biting action... will keep you deeply engrossed all the way through. Loved it... 5 big stars from me." NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Unputdownable... I was literally hooked... I felt like I was going in a roller coaster ride while reading this book!" Tropical Girl Reads Books, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

By the time I realized the truth about Daniel it was too late. But the truth about me? He never saw that coming... Dr Daniel Ashcroft was perfect: handsome, romantic, protective. I thought I was so lucky. But then I heard the rumors about his previous girlfriend, that she had vanished without a trace. That's when I found the cameras in my apartment. I was trapped. Daniel made it clear I couldn't leave him, not without risking everyone I loved. I had to disappear, so I arranged my own kidnapping. I should have known Daniel would never let me get away that easily. But he could never have predicted what I'd do next... Make Me Disappear is a brilliantly twisty psychological thriller guaranteed to keep you up all night. Fans of The Wife Between Us, Gone Girl and The Couple Next Door will find it impossible to put down. What readers are saying about Make Me Disappear: 'Everything you want in a twisty psychological thriller. I couldn't turn the pages of this highly addictive debut fast enough.' Jeneva Rose, internationally bestselling author of The Perfect Marriage, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A brilliant debut! Gripping, fast-paced, and twisted... An absolute page-turner right up until the thrilling and shocking end.' Mary Keliikoa, author of the Kelly Pruett mystery series, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Wow! I am left speechless by this book... Had me on edge the ENTIRE time... I could not put this book down... I'll be coming back for more... Wonderful!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

Sun, secrets, and a handsome stranger... Everything is about to change for Ruby Penhaligon. Step into the stunning Indigo Cove on the beautiful Cornish coast and lose yourself in a page-turning summer romance about second chances and creating your own kind of happiness. Perfect for fans of Nicola May, Sarah Morgan and Cathy Bramley. Thirty-year-old Ruby is done with love: no more drama, no more complications, no more men. She's living life for herself and that's just the way she likes it. But her whole world is turned upside down when her grandmother calls to say her beloved pottery business is failing, and she might lose her beautiful little Cornish house by the sea. She needs Ruby to come back to Cornwall and save the day... Returning to Indigo Cove stirs up memories Ruby would rather forget, but she's determined to save her grandmother's home. As the summer hots up so does the pressure on Ruby and she's in need of a distraction. Although quite literally walking into Gabe Roskilly, the sexy and brooding owner of the local brewery, wasn't part of her game plan. Ruby tries to ignore her attraction to Gabe but it's impossible to avoid the tall, dark, handsome stranger as Gabe is at the centre of village life. And when Ruby's plans for the little Cornish house start to fall apart, she discovers Gabe might be the one person who can help her. Ruby's promise to stay single is tested to the limit. But are Gabe's intentions all good... or is Ruby about to get her heart broken again? Can Ruby save her grandmother's cottage and find true happiness this summer? Or will secrets from the past ruin everything? Why readers love Donna Ashcroft: 'What an absolutely stunning read!!! A perfectly gorgeous book!!!... One of the best I've read in a long time. It made me laugh, cry, smile... Everything you want in a heart-warming romance and I completely fell head over heels in love!!!' Bookworm 86, ¿¿¿¿¿

'I can't tell you what happened. I can't tell anyone.' It is a day that starts like any other day. It's cold outside but the sun is shining. It feels like a day that is full of hope. But two mothers' lives are about to come crashing down, when Samantha gets a call saying her fifteen-year-old daughter Keira has been hurt and is in a coma. And then Julia's daughter Grace comes home covered in blood, refusing to speak.Once the two girls had been best friends and completely inseparable. So sweet-natured single mother Julia and PTA queen bee Samantha had formed an unexpected friendship too. For years, the two families' lives were intertwined. Barbecues, dinner parties, sleepovers for the children.But eventually the girls had drifted apart, with Keira falling in with the popular crowd, and Grace becoming quieter, more introverted, pursuing her dream of being an artist. And eventually their families stopped spending time together, the friendships just a memory.But now their lives have collided again. And Julia is forced to ask herself: what could Grace be hiding? She can't believe her little girl could have done something terrible. But she knows Grace is keeping a secret. And if it's what Julia fears it might be, she could lose her fragile, gentle daughter forever.And - as Samantha's daughter fights for her life - both women will have to ask themselves, how far would a mother go to protect the child she loves with her whole heart?This totally unmissable, heartbreaking, grab-your-tissues story is perfect for fans of Kate Hewitt, Diane Chamberlain and Jodi Picoult. Readers are loving Only for My Daughter: 'This book destroyed me but in a really good way... Heartbreaking, yet gripping... I cried so much whilst reading this book and it will be with me for a long time. A truly heart-wrenching, yet amazing read.' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ 'What an incredible, emotional and powerful book... I felt every feeling in this book, including some gasp out loud moments, and genuinely couldn't put it down (leading to a very tired me this morning). Absolutely brilliant.' The Fiction Cafe Book Club ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Wow!... This book touched on some deep subjects!... Suspense, intrigue, heartache and heartbreak!... I highly recommend reading it!' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Fantastic... Heart-wrenching and uplifting, I loved it.' NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ Praise for Emma Robinson: 'OMG. OMG. OMG. The author made me cry. I still had a book hangover when I started writing this review. There was still a lingering lump in my throat all through the day.' Shalini's Books and Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Oh my goodness, what a tear-jerker this beautiful book is!... It's very rare that a book will move me to tears, but this one did... Heartbreaking... Gorgeous... I just can't recommend it enough.' Sibzzreads ¿¿¿¿¿

Lakeview House, penned by the renowned author Helen Phifer, is a captivating piece of literature that will keep you engrossed till the last page. Published in 2022, this book is a testament to Phifer's remarkable storytelling skills and her ability to create a world that readers can immerse themselves in. The genre of this book is a well-kept secret, designed to surprise the readers and enhance their reading experience. The book is brought to you by Bookouture, a publisher known for their extensive collection of riveting reads. Lakeview House is a must-read for all book lovers and a worthy addition to your collection.

"When a call comes in about a young girl found dead at a high school prom--her life drained away from a fatal stab wound--Detective Josie Quinn drops everything to attend the scene. Taking in the girl's neatly braided hair, Josie feels a flicker of recognition. But no one comes forward to identify this innocent child, murdered on what should have been the happiest night of her life. Trawling missing persons files, Josie realizes where she has seen the girl before. Gemma Farmer disappeared a few months ago, shattering her family. But why would her body appear now, on her sixteenth birthday? Josie's only clue is the five neat little cuts on Gemma's pale arm. Days later, another missing girl shows up, tucked neatly into her bed on the morning of her birthday, her favourite teddy beside her, her skin as cold as ice--and the autopsy reveals scars on her arm matching Gemma's. Her head spinning, Josie fears the marks are a serial killer's twisted way of counting his victims. But where are the other girls he's killed, and how many more could follow? The case takes a terrifying turn when a local teen goes missing just days before she turns sixteen." -- Back cover

A lovely day out takes a dark turn when a complaining customer is found dead... Luckily amateur sleuth Belinda Penshurst is on the scene - and ready to investigate! Belinda Penshurst has always loved Brabourne Gardens. A keen animal lover, she enjoys walking its winding paths and listening to the excited squeals of schoolchildren encountering the kind of wildlife you don't normally find in England. So when one of the visitors is found strangled, she's determined to learn whodunnit - and why. The victim, Simon Carter, had a reputation for making trouble... But surely that's not a good enough reason to want him dead. Together with retired detective Harry Powell, Belinda investigates the goings-on behind the scenes, and learns that some of the staff are more savage than the animals.Is it Estelle Samuels, the anti-social owner, who clearly has something to hide? Or the security guard who takes his job too seriously? Most worrying of all, Belinda's ex Ivan was there when the body was found, and she's determined to clear his name. As suspicions swirl, one thing's for sure: if Belinda keeps following the killer's tracks, she might find herself in their sights...Can she sniff out a murderer, before she becomes prey? A completely unputdownable and charming cozy mystery. Fans of M.C. Beaton, H.Y. Hanna or Emily Organ will love the Belinda Penshurst series! See what readers are saying about the Belinda Penshurst series: 'Wonderful... I absolutely adored this book! Had me reading and finishing the book in no time! I highly recommend this book! Stunning, a page-turner which stays long in the memory!' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿'Absolutely fantastic... A page-turning, non-stop, addictive, hilarious cosy mystery... Perfect for the beach or in front of a fire, a fantastic start to what promises to be a riveting series!!!' Bookworm86, ¿¿¿¿¿'What a great start to a new series!... A lively, spark-filled investigation... Wonderfully entertaining with the perfect set of ingredients.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'I love this book!!!... An absolute blinder... The perfect cosy afternoon whodunnit, it's fun, light-hearted, charming, a definite winner!' Chicks Rogues and Scandals'Oh I really enjoyed this book!... Perfect! It had me in stitches several times and gasping in alarm at others.' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'I absolutely adored this book!... Could easily see myself wandering round the streets of Little Challham in my head... Well-planted red herrings and a great plot... Delightful.' NetGalley reviewer'Such a fun read. It reminded me of the Agatha Raisin books I love so much... I cannot wait to catch up with Belinda and Harry on their next fun-filled adventure.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Wonderful... Had me enthralled from start to finish.' NetGalley reviewer

1940, England: A totally heart-rending, unforgettable and powerful story about love, wartime secrets, and betrayal. When a beautiful young woman named Anya decides to become a spy, it is entirely so she can escape a terrifying situation at home in war-torn Russia, where she fears for her life more with every day that passes. But then she finds herself sent to work as a land girl in a beautiful corner of England and she begins to make friends - ones she knows she cannot possibly betray. And she knows she's made a terrible mistake. The only person she can turn to is her fellow informer, Nikolai, and she finds herself impossibly drawn to his soulful blue eyes, his quiet intensity and his innate goodness. They both desperately want to join the fight against the Nazis and when they are told they can switch their allegiance, they start to believe their love might stand a chance. But no one can ever know their secret history, and being together is still dangerous. So they devise a plan. If circumstances mean they're ever separated, they will find their way back to each other. They just have to follow a series of secret coded messages they've left. Clues no one else could possibly understand. Starting with a small key, left in the place that has become most precious to them: the secret garden. Now, England: When Laura agrees to restore a beautiful garden in the grounds of an English stately home she sees the opportunity for a new start, away from heartbreak. But when she finds a box buried under the weeping willow tree, she is spellbound by its contents - a key and a cryptic note. As she begins to piece together the fragments of a love story that stretches across wartime Europe, Laura doesn't realise it, but she is embarking on an unforgettable journey. One which will change her own life forever. Absolutely unmissable historical fiction, perfect for fans of Rhys Bowen's The Victory Garden and Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale. Readers love Suzanne Kelman: 'OMG! I felt the fear and the terror within the pages as if I was there living it... It is heartbreaking... By the end of the story I was so moved and in tears.' Confessions of a Bookaholic ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Absolutely heartbreaking... Filled with sadness, love, courage and sacrifice - I couldn't put this book down.' Stardust Book Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Oh my goodness! Evocatively unsettling yet hauntingly beautiful... the story is incredibly powerful... I read this book with bated breath. I cried, I grieved and I hoped... I was left heartbroken.' Robin Loves Reading ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Oh my word... This book had me in tears... Fantastic.' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Three words: Have. Tissues. Ready... Fantastic... The emotion that pours from the pages is absolutely heart-wrenching. I loved every minute of this book, even though it left me a sniffling mess by the end.' Fireflies and Free Kicks ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Wow! Just wow! This book kept me on the edge of my seat right from the get-go!... Amazing.' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

In the golden morning light, a beautiful young woman lies diagonally across the bed, dressed for a night out, her long lashes pressed against her cheeks as if she''s sleeping. But the crimson that creeps across the sheets tells the story of an innocent woman who has drawn her last breath... Detective Madison Harper is pulled away from Thanksgiving preparations when a local care worker, Terri Summers, is found dead in her home on the outskirts of Lost Creek, Colorado. Terri''s inconsolable mother can''t understand who would hurt such a kind soul who had dedicated her life to helping others. But analysis of the blood spatter at the scene indicates Terri knew her attacker, that she looked them right in the eye before her life was taken. The awkward way Terri''s body is positioned catches Madison''s attention. Carefully moving her, she finds a bracelet-possibly a child''s-with a single red bead clenched in the woman''s fist, as if she was hiding it. It''s the lead Madison so desperately needs, but the sudden death of one of her own team sends the investigation into a tailspin. With her coworkers crumbling around her, Madison must work day and night to trace the bracelet and crack the case. But when she''s dragged back into the disappearance of a woman and child from years ago, and finds a link to someone in her own family, can Madison stop this twisted killer before another precious life is taken? And at what cost? An absolutely addictive and twist-packed crime thriller guaranteed to get your heart racing and make your jaw drop! Perfect for fans of Lisa Regan, Melinda Leigh and Kendra Elliot. Everyone is talking about Gone to Her Grave: "Holy Cannoli... so dang good. I could not put this book down... fantastic... you MUST read." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars "Oh my goodness me...Gripping... finished it in a day... left with my jaw hanging open." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars "Absolutely addictive... guaranteed to get your heart racing. Absolutely LOVED it... Kept me guessing right up to the end. Non-stop from page one. This is a must-read." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars "Had me hooked from the beginning to the end... I was literally kept at the edge of my seat... a page turner that will keep you up all night-worth five stars!" Tropicalgirlreadsbooks, 5 stars "WOW!" Bookescapes, 5 stars Readers love Wendy Dranfield: "Wow!!!! Just flipping wow!!!! What an absolutely epic page turner!!!... Absolutely smashed it!!!!!!!... Addictive, nail-biting, page-turning, heart-racing... clear your schedule... you are not going to want to put it down!!!!" bookworm86, 5 stars

For seven years I believed my husband was dead - until the note arrived this morning... The day her husband Tom disappeared, Rachel's life fell apart. Childhood sweethearts with two young children, they'd done everything together. And then, suddenly, Tom was gone. Without a word, without a note, without a single sign of where he might be, leaving Rachel to survive alone. Now, nearly seven years later, Rachel has come to terms with life as a single mother, caring for their children who still secretly long for their father's miraculous return. But in his absence, Tom's hidden life started to emerge, and Rachel has discovered things a wife should never have to. A secret life that betrayed everything Rachel thought she knew. Not knowing where he'd gone was no longer the main worry keeping her awake at night - it seemed much more likely he'd been silenced. Forever..Until today, when - with just one month until Tom is to be declared legally dead - Rachel receives a note in handwriting she recognises with dread: My darling, I've missed you so much. Give me a chance to explain. I'm coming home. The husband she'd lost is alive. And so are all his secrets... A totally addictive and suspenseful thriller that will have you reading late into the night, perfect for fans of Shari Lapena, T.M. Logan and Lisa Jewell. Readers love Lesley Sanderson:'O.M.G!!... So thrilling, mind blowing, twisted, and so intense you are sitting on the edge of your seat... A very fast paced book that you should clear your schedule for... You won't be able to stop reading... Trust me I know!... The secrets these characters are hiding are huge and when they come out, OH BOY!!' Heidi Lynn's Book Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Holy moly, this is one edge of your seat, nail biting ride that had me strapped in my seat, unable to move... Addictive... Jaw dropping.' Once Upon a Book Blog ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Absolutely brilliant... I couldn't put the book down... A fantastic page turner, full of twists and turns. I just cannot speak highly enough... Brilliantly addictive.' NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Massively addictive... You will devour in a single sitting, biting your nails to the quick as you race through the pages.' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Absolutely amazing... gripping, unputdownable... Will leave you on the edge of your seat with a pounding heart!!!' Bookworm86 ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'This book had everything... surprises that you don't see coming, secrets and lies and lots of intrigue to hook your attention! Loved everything about this book and can't wait to read more by this author!' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

We should never have kept our father's secret. Before, my sisters and I were close. Now, a year after our father's funeral, we barely speak to each other. Molly won't accept the truth. Rachel can't forgive him. And I spend all my time digging through his life, trying to understand. Then we hear the news. A woman has been found by the docks, her wedding ring stolen. The reporter says it appears the local serial killer has returned...But I know that can't be right, because I know who the killer was. Henry Martin. Our father.Someone is sending us a message. Someone knows we lied. Now my sisters and I must work together to find out who is targeting us. How do they know what we've hidden? What do they want? And what other secrets lie buried in the past, putting us all in danger? A brilliantly twisty suspense thriller that will have you flying through the pages and gasping at the twist. Fans of Lisa Jewell, Gillian Flynn and Ruth Ware will love The Killer's Family. See what readers are saying about The Killer's Family: "OH MY GOSH, this book was amazing. I literally lost sleep to finish it... gripping and engaging... mysterious, unpredictable and twists that were nail-bitingly good that had me on the edge of my seat. I loved it." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿"Wow was this a rollercoaster of a ride!... Such a fast-paced and unpredictable novel! There were so many twists at the end that I felt like I couldn't keep up at times!" Goodreads reviewer"I devoured this... Just when you might think you got this story figured out Miranda surprises her readers with a twist you didn't see coming... I absolutely loved this book!" NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "Kept me glued to my Kindle... The plot twist was crazy! So insane! I wasn't expecting that twist at all... Highly recommend this one!" @rubie¬¬_reads "OMG, who did I not suspect in this book? It felt like I was adrift at sea in the middle of a storm... I loved this... My mouth fell open more than once." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿"Compelling and addictive... fast-paced and will keep you guessing, you will devour this... virtually demands to be consumed." Goodreads reviewer

Welcome to the café on Marigold Marina, where the smell of freshly baked cakes fills the air, the boats bob merrily in the mellow evening sun and an unexpected meeting means the chance to love again... When Rosie inherits the café on Marigold Marina after her husband's tragic death, she is determined to pour her heart into his dream. Nine months later, as she serves coffee and cakes to customers, she is all smiles and laughter. But when the sunshine-yellow doors of the café are closed, she allows her heart to break all over again. Rosie doesn't have much room in her life for anything but the café. But when Kit, the mysterious owner of a bookshop barge, starts to come by regularly for lunch, she finds it difficult to ignore his dark eyes, dishevelled curls and the fact that he's hiding his own sorrows. Rosie finds it easy to talk to Kit and as they swim together in the sparkling marina waters she hopes she can help Kit the way he has helped her. But just as she is letting herself open her heart, she discovers the shocking secret that the husband she loved for so many years kept hidden from her. And then Kit disappears without a word, his beloved book shop barge abandoned, just when she needs him the most. Devastated, Rosie decides to close her café for good and leave the marina. But will moving away allow her to move on? Or can she only find true happiness if she learns to trust again? An absolutely gorgeous and heartwarming read about what can happen when you leave your comfort zone and listen to your heart. Fans of Shari Low, Heidi Swain and Nicola May will fall in love with The Cafe at Marigold Marina. What everyone is saying about The Café at Marigold Marina: 'I was completely hooked by the end of the first page and had it finished in a few hours! It is such a fabulous read that will pull on your heart strings and lighten your heart all in one go! Love, loved, LOVED it! Would definitely recommend!!' Stardust Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This has to be one of my favourite books by Tilly Tennant. It really got under my skin and into my heart... A fabulous story of friendship, family and secrets with a great cast of characters... A real heart-warmer this one, it got me so emotional too... I LOVED it!!' StefLoz Book Blog, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A brilliant rollercoaster of a ride... I read this book in one sitting in less than a day and loved every minute of it. A can't-put-down book!... I read late into to the night because I just had to know what the ending was going to be.' Netgalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'What a beautifully written story... This is a 'can't go to sleep because I want to know what happens next' book and even after the last page I'm still thinking about Rosie.' Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Introducing 'The Crash' by Catherine Miller, a gripping narrative that is bound to captivate your senses. Published recently on March 30, 2022, this book has already started creating ripples in the literary world. The genre of the book is a closely guarded secret, adding to the allure and mystery. Catherine Miller, known for her compelling storytelling, has outdone herself with this novel. The readers are in for a treat as the narrative unfolds. The book is published by Bookouture, a publishing house renowned for its selection of high-quality literature. 'The Crash' is a must-read for all book lovers. Dive into the world created by Catherine Miller and let the story engulf you. Note: The book is available in English.

Can your heart belong somewhere that you've never called home?When Erica gets a phone call to say her mother, Ione, is ill in St Lucia, she knows she must go to her. Though the island - the place of her mother's birth - is somewhere that Erica has never seen as her homeland.Even when the plane touches down in the tropical paradise, with its palm trees swaying in the island breeze, the sound of accents so like her mother's own calling loud in the air, Erica doesn't find herself wanting to stay a moment longer than she has to.But stepping into her mother's house, she is shocked by what she finds. Her mother's memory is fading, her once-immaculate house is now dirty and messy, and she's refusing help from anyone but family. And Erica knows she must stay with her, even though it means leaving everything else behind.What she doesn't know is that - even as her mother's memories get worse - Ione still has a final gift for her daughter. Because the unspoken secrets of their past are about to emerge, changing everything Erica thought she knew about her mother, her home, and who she really is...A captivating tale of grief, love, and what it means to find home, perfect for fans of Andrea Levy, Jojo Moyes and Amanda Prowse.Readers are loving My Mother's Gift: 'What a great book!... Wonderful... Kept me up reading... I highly recommend this book!!' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars'A lovely yet heart-wrenching read. It was engaging the whole way through and I fell in love with the characters... I took them to my heart, and they will stay there for a long time.' Goodreads reviewer'Brilliant ... so gripping that I couldn't have put it down even if I had wanted too, which coincidently I didn't want to. Grab a copy for yourself.' Avid reader, 5 stars'A heart-warming emotional tale... Excellent.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 starsReaders love Steffanie Edward:'I was immediately swept up in the story and was totally captivated... There is so much to love about this book, it's heart-breaking at times, uplifting at others, and just so beautifully written. A stunning read about family, about home and about love, I enjoyed it from start to finish and didn't want it to end.' Sibbz Reads'Masterfully written and enchanting... Brought me to tears.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A powerfully written and deeply affecting... novel about love, family and identity readers won't forget in a hurry... A heart-wrenching and beautifully layered page-turner that is thought-provoking, immensely emotional and highly charged... Will break readers' hearts and have them crying their eyes out.' Bookish Jottings'What a beautiful book! I enjoyed the heck outta this one! The writing was flawless. Characters amazing! I loved the setting! I just absolutely adored this one.' Goodreads reviewer

Der Top-100-Bestseller aus den USA, den man nicht verpassen sollte, von der 2-Millionen-Bestseller-Autorin Lisa Regan! Absolut fesselnd ... hat mich umgehauen ... Worte können nicht beschreiben, wie gut dieses Buch ist. Heidi Lynn's Book Reviews Als Detective Josie Quinn zu einem großen Haus am Rande der Kleinstadt Denton gerufen wird, ist sie entsetzt über die Grausamkeit des Angriffs, den sie dort vorfindet: zerbrochenes Glas, zersplitterte Möbel und Blutspritzer auf dem Boden. Die Besitzerin, eine alleinerziehende Mutter, kämpft um ihr Leben und ihr neugeborenes Baby ist verschwunden. Eine schöne junge Frau, die bei der Flucht vom Tatort ertappt wird, ist Josies einzige Spur, aber bei der Befragung stellt sich heraus, dass dieses mysteriöse Mädchen nicht weiß, wer sie ist, woher sie kommt oder warum sie so verängstigt ist ... Ist sie eine Zeugin, eine Verdächtige oder das nächste Opfer? Als Josie tiefer gräbt, stellt sich heraus, dass das vermisste Kind und die namenlose Frau mit einer Reihe von Morden in der ganzen Region in Verbindung stehen, und Josie steht vor einer herzzerreißenden Entscheidung ... Soll sie das Leben eines Kindes riskieren, um viele andere zu retten? Oder kann sie einen anderen Weg finden, um den Mörder zu stoppen, bevor noch mehr unschuldige Menschen getötet werden? Nervenaufreibend, voller spannender Wendungen und unmöglich aus der Hand zu legen. Wenn du ein Fan von den packenden Thrillern von Karin Slaughter, Robert Dugoni und Rachel Cain bist, dann wird dich auch dieses Buch in Atem halten. Was Leser über Das Mädchen ohne Namen sagen: Absolut brillant ... Eine Geschichte wie keine andere ... packend und emotional ... Ich war von Anfang bis Ende in diese Geschichte hineingezogen, schockiert von jeder Wendung ... umgehauen von so vielen Geheimnissen. Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿^ Wow ... eine totale Achterbahnfahrt der Gefühle ... ich hing an jedem Wort und las Seite für Seite, völlig gefesselt ... intensiv, voller Action und mit vielen Wendungen ... ein verdammt gutes Buch! Bonnie's Book Talk, ¿¿¿¿¿ Blooming heck (oder so in der Art), was für eine fantastische Geschichte und Achterbahnfahrt das war ... zu sagen, dass ich dem Buch von Anfang bis Ende verfallen war, ist eine Untertreibung ... es raubt einem den Atem! Ginger Book Geek, ¿¿¿¿¿ Rasant und voller Pointen ... so irre und unerwartet, dass mir der Atem wegblieb ... ich konnte das Buch nicht aus der Hand legen ... ein absoluter Volltreffer ... ich habe es absolut geliebt. Stardust Book Reviews, ¿¿¿¿¿ 5/5 absolut brillant ... Ich war von Anfang bis Ende von dieser Geschichte gefesselt, von jeder Wendung schockiert und von so vielen Geheimnissen überwältigt. Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿ Ich liebe diese Reihe. Ich habe sie in einem Rutsch gelesen. Josie Quinn ist großartiges Material zum Binge-Reading. Goodreads Rezensentin, ¿¿¿¿¿

Two families. One house swap. A vacation to die for.I can't believe my luck as I arrive at the beautiful, white-washed Italian villa. Complete with an infinity pool and stunning views, it's the perfect place to create special memories with my family. But as soon as we step inside everything starts to go wrong...When my neighbour from back home calls, concerned about the woman in my house - and the way she's snooping about - I start to wonder why successful Amber Mason has swapped her gorgeous villa in the sun for a crumbling English cottage. In the mid-day heat a shiver runs down my spine. I have no idea who the stranger I've let into my life really is.Then I discover an old photograph of my handsome husband hidden in a wardrobe in the master bedroom. My head spins as I try to understand why it's there. When I confront Niall on the balcony he has an answer for everything. As I search his familiar green eyes, with the sun setting in the background, I can no longer tell if he's lying. I storm out.But when I return to the villa, in the dark of night, I scream. My husband is lying dead on the veranda. Memories of our marriage flash before our eyes. Was it all a lie? And are my children now in danger?The vacation is over and the nightmare has just begun...Readers love Shalini Boland:'WOW!! WOW!! WOW!!... loved every word... completely gripping. I had to read in one sitting because it was impossible to put down... The ending was out of this world... mind blowing!' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'WHAT A THRILLER!!!!... This one caused me sleepless nights because I couldn't put it down!!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Oh my!!! Wow!!! Let's all hail Queen Shalini because this is another absolutely FANTASTIC book... A truly brilliant masterpiece' Little Miss Book Lover 87, ¿¿¿¿¿'Boy this Shalini Boland woman sure knows how to write a book!!!!!!... That ending, wow!!!!!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Wow!! Where to even start?!?... I started reading this book this morning and finished it in a day... Absolutely gripping storyline which I got completely sucked into... unputdownable... wasn't even close to working out what was going on, soooo many red herrings... WELL DONE Shalini!... absolutely gripping!' Bookworm86, ¿¿¿¿¿'I have goosebumps... This book is EVERYTHING!!!!!!!!... Had I known I was in for such a wild ride I would have started reading this book earlier in the day instead of being kept all night!' ThrillByThePage Book Blogger, ¿¿¿¿¿'Brilliant... so addictive that once I had started I couldn't put it down and couldn't go to bed till it was finished in the early hours.' Fiction Café, ¿¿¿¿¿

The powerful third novel in Marion Kummerow's bestselling Margarete's Journey series is an unforgettable and devastating story, perfect for fans of The Nightingale, The Lilac Girls, and All the Light We Cannot See.

Nora Fitz thought two weeks in a stunning villa in the south of France would be the perfect treat for her family. She pictured them tucking into buttery croissants before long days lounging by the sparkling pool. She couldn't wait to count the freckles collecting on the kids' innocent smiling faces and feel the warm Mediterranean Sea wash all her fears away.But Nora is nervous as she gathers everyone around the large oak table on the villa's vine-covered terrace. Her daughters eye her suspiciously as she tops up her wine with a shaking hand and clears her throat to speak. The secret she's about to tell will shatter their lives forever... A heartbreaking and totally addictive page-turner about motherhood at its best, and its worst, and the lies we tell to protect the ones we love. Anyone who adores Liane Moriarty, Jodi Picoult and Kerry Fisher will stay up all night reading. Everyone is talking about Clare Boyd: 'Just wow!... One of the best books I've ever read... Not to be missed!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'Extremely addictive... I was flipping pages until early in the morning.' bookworm86, 5 stars 'Gripping and unputdownable! I was enthralled from the first few pages and couldn't stop.' AGJBooks&Gems, 5 stars 'Completely and utterly impossible to put down... Completely gripped... Completely addictive... I absolutely recommend this book.' Little Miss Book Lover 87, 5 stars 'Wonderful. A bestseller for sure.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars 'I was literally carrying my e-reader around the house. I took it with me to read while I waited for the toast to pop, I was reading while watching TV and yes, I even took it with me to the loo. I could not put it down.' FabulousKerry, 5 stars 'Wow!... I was completely consumed... could not put it down. Totally intriguing and addictive... A real "one more chapter" book... Kept me reading late into the night.' SIBZZREADS, 5 stars