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It's funny how one innocent decision can ruin your life. For me it was letting my son pedal away on his bike that hot summer day. He'd been so excited to go out by himself-like a big boy. And though I was usually so protective, I let him...When Carla returns to her father's house to care for him in his final days, she feels lost and heartbroken. So she's glad when she meets a kindly older woman named CeCe, and they develop a warm, natural friendship. CeCe understands loss too. Because nearly forty years before her only son disappeared without trace, from this same small town.Then, sorting through her father's house, Carla discovers a box of diaries and newspaper clippings from the year CeCe's son went missing. Her father was barely more than a child himself at the time, but it's clear the disappearance affected him strongly.The whole town is haunted by the memory of that summer: of the boy who was never found. But as Carla delves further into her father's past she realises he may actually have known more than he has ever said-and that perhaps the answers CeCe so desperately seeks have been hidden here in this house all along.With her father now too ill to tell his story himself, will Carla be able to discover the truth about what happened to the child who vanished-and give CeCe the answers she's been seeking for forty years?A heart-wrenching and emotionally charged novel about small-town secrets and the price of facing up to the truth. Fans of Liane Moriarty, Nicole Trope and The Silent Daughter will be gripped from the very first page until the final, heart-stopping twist.Readers love Jennifer Harvey:"Wow, sooooo many emotions with this outstanding book... Awesome, Gripping... Heartbreaking!!!" NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿"Wow. What a suspenseful read! This book will keep you on the edge of your seat! Such vivid, visual characters that I felt I knew personally. I can't wait to read more books by this author!" Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

Her chestnut hair, long and shiny, fanned around her head, moving gently in the wind. Her eyes, still open, stared at the back door, and her hand stretched out in a pleading gesture. Her lips, pale under the rosy lip gloss, were parted slightly as if to whisper one last word, to draw one last breath. 9 HOURS AGO: In a sleepy mountain town, widow Cheryl Coleman stares anxiously out of her kitchen window while a storm rages outside. When the knock comes, she glances back at her daughters before opening the door with trembling hands... NOW: Detective Kay Sharp vows to get to the bottom of a heartbreaking murder that has rocked Mount Chester. A single mother has been brutally killed in front of her three daughters. The youngest, three-year-old Erin, is lying inches from the body, her pigtails loose, her face tear-stained. Eight-year-old Heather is discovered hiding under her bed. Sixteen-year-old Julie is nowhere to be found. The first twenty-four hours are critical in child abductions, and the girls are the key to saving their missing sister. But Heather is in shock, unable to communicate, and all tiny Erin can say is "A monster came". When Kay finds three suitcases lined up in the hallway, it's clear that the family were about to run away. But why? And who were they trying to escape? Thanks to her own past, Kay knows all about traumatic childhoods shrouded in tragedy, and she works around the clock to get justice for the orphaned girls. Turning the town upside down, she uncovers the shocking truth about their peaceful community: it's home to a serial killer who preys on helpless girls. Faced with the most twisted case of her career, can she catch the monster before another innocent life is lost? Think you know the meaning of gripping? Think again! Leslie Wolfe takes gripping to a whole new level. Fans of Lisa Regan, Robert Dugoni and Kendra Elliot will be totally addicted to this twist-filled page-turner. Readers love The Angel Creek Girls: "Wow, what a read... Perfect. Just what I needed on this stormy day, a thriller that gave me the creeps and had me sitting on the edge of my seat... It's eerily dark and gives you that bump in the night feeling where you just want to check all of your doors and windows to make sure they're locked... The perfect story." Spooky's Maze of Books, ¿¿¿¿¿ "I only have one word to say about this book--WOW! Honestly, I felt like I was watching some sort of action-packed movie... So hooked... Too many suspects and too many twists and turns... What a fast-paced thriller book this is! So unputdownable and craving to read more and the ending was unexpected!... This was truly a rollercoaster ride filled with unexpected twists and turns you won't expect--worth five stars!" Tropical Girl Reads Books, ¿¿¿¿¿

Meet Belinda Penshurst. Castle owner, dog lover... crime solver? Belinda Penshurst loves her home village Little Challham, with its shady lanes, two pubs and weekly market, and she's determined to keep it peaceful. She may live in Challham Castle but she knows almost everything that goes on under her nose. So when irritable pub landlord Tipper is found dead in his cellar, she's perfectly placed to investigate. Retired detective Harry Powell moved to Little Challham for a quiet life. He didn't expect to be dragged into a murder investigation. But the police don't seem half as enthusiastic as Belinda about the case, and there are strange things happening in the village. Particularly the number of dogs that have disappeared lately... Is there a dognapper snaffling schnauzers and luring away Labradors? Is Belinda barking mad to be worried that her brother Marcus was arguing with Tipper on the day he died? Belinda and Harry track down the suspects: the rival landlord, the outraged barmaid, the mysterious man in the black car following dogwalkers around. But are the dogged detectives running out of time to sniff out the killer, before he starts hounding them? A charming cozy mystery full of laughs and eccentric characters. Fans of M.C. Beaton, H.Y. Hanna and Emily Organ will love the first novel in the Belinda Penshurst series! See what readers are saying about Murder in the Village:'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 'What a great start to a new series!... A lively, spark-filled investigation... Wonderfully entertaining with the perfect set of ingredients.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Charming... A super quick read perfect for the beach!' Bless Their Hearts Mom, ¿¿¿¿¿'A zany cast of characters, most of whom are suspected of being dognappers, murderers or both. A humorous mystery perfect for dog lovers' Goodreads reviewer'Fun, full of mystery... Top notch cosy crime... Has a kind of Midsomer Murders vibe and in spite of the murderer on the loose, kept me smiling from start to finish... Fabulous... I can't wait to see what this fabulous duo get up to next. Fans of cosy mysteries (and dog lovers) are just going to eat this up.' Jen Med's Book Reviews'Excellent village mayhem and murder' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

On her hands and knees, Nikki moved to the other side of the body. She couldn't stop her fingers from trembling as she brushed the dark hair off the victim's face. She couldn't look away. "I know her..."When Special Agent Nikki Hunt is called to the Boundary Waters near Stillwater, Minnesota, it's not just the cold that shocks her to her core: the body of a young woman has been found frozen beside a remote lake. Nikki is devastated to see the victim is her childhood friend Annmarie, and she recognizes the velvet ribbon tied in her hair as the hallmark of a serial killer who she has been hunting for years.Desperate for justice, Nikki throws herself into the case. But she is shaken by what she finds at Annmarie's home: a dead-bolt on her front door and a map in the spare room, with the locations of murdered women circled in thick, red marker. Did Annmarie know she was next? Then Nikki finds out that the killer has left a clue in Annmarie's bedroom: a photo of Nikki's mother that no one has ever seen. Has the murderer at large been in Nikki's life since she was a child?Nikki soon realizes that the key to unlocking this case is in her own family, but digging up the past could put her own daughter in danger. She has spent her whole life protecting the ones she loves, but to find this killer Nikki might have to risk everything...Fans of Karin Slaughter, Lisa Gardner and Robert Dugoni will be completely addicted to this heart-pounding thriller. Once you start reading, the twists and turns will have you racing towards the end.What readers are saying about Lost Angels:"HOLY SMOKES... What a flippin' wild ride. This book was absolutely fantastic. From start to finish, this was a fast & furious read." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars"Nothing can or will stop me from finishing the book... Mind-blowingly good. I could not put it down, had to read it in one sitting... Loved the twists and turns in this book that nearly took my breath away!" Tove reads, 5 stars"Made me literally catch my breath... All the twists and turns and edge-of-your-seat thrills you expect from Stacy Green. I loved everything about this book. 5/5 huge stars." Book Reviewer by Linda Moore, 5 stars

"Helena steps off the cattle train onto the frozen grounds of Auschwitz ... Scheduled to be killed tomorrow, she is not even tattooed with a prison number. As the snow falls around her, she shivers, knowing that she has been sentenced to death for a crime she didn't commit. When a gray-clad officer marches towards Helena and pulls her away, she fears the worst. Instead, he tells her that it's one of the guard's birthdays and orders her to serenade him ... After she sings to the guard, Franz, he presses a piece of cake into her hands--the first thing she has eaten in days. On the spot, he orders her life to be saved, forever changing the course of her fate"--Back cover.

Hurlingham House school is a high-achiever's heaven, full of happy, hard-working pupils. There's just the small matter of the dead body on the field... Sounds like a case for Epiphany Bloom!When Epiphany Bloom's best friend's sister Claire is accused of trading exam papers for money, Epiphany agrees to see Ms Peters, the headteacher of Claire's fiercely competitive school, to provide moral support. Claire has always been a model student and is loudly protesting her innocence: surely it's all just a misunderstanding.But when Ms Peters hears about Epiphany's previous sleuthing exploits, she enlists her help to track down the true culprit!Taking a job as a PE teacher, Epiphany soon realises she has plenty of suspects for the exam scam mastermind. The broke young teacher with a shady past? The father willing to buy his daughter anything - including grades? The school governor desperate to keep Hurlingham House at the top of the ranks?Then Epiphany finds one of them dead at the school fair, and it becomes clear someone is taking the cut-throat culture of the school too literally - and when mysterious accidents start happening around her too, it seems the killer knows she's onto them.Can Epiphany solve the murder as well as clearing Claire's name, before she becomes the next victim? This is one test she can't afford to fail...A charming and totally addictive cozy mystery with a hilarious and warm-hearted heroine. A must-read for fans of M.C. Beaton, Lee Strauss and Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series.See what readers are saying about the Epiphany Bloom Mysteries:'Wow! I need to get my breath back after that... A lie down in a darkened room is also definitely required to recover from the whirlwind that is amateur sleuth Epiphany Bloom, a real force of nature by anyone's standards!... Moves along at a break-neck pace.' Fiction Books Blog

He kicked and struggled as his sister was carried out through the shallow water to one of the boats. The distance between them seemed to stretch out and out. There was nothing he could do. He cried out to her, his voice hoarse with tears, 'I will find you! I promise!'London, 1820: Nineteen-year-old Mercy, the orphaned daughter of an African prince, has come to live with the well-to-do Dr Stephens and his wife, Catherine, a passionate campaigner for the abolition of slavery.Mercy throws herself into Catherine's work, eager to help until - at an exhibition that has all of London talking - one particular painting makes a disturbing impression on her, conjuring vivid images of creaking wood and the screams of drowning people. Its effect on Dr Stephens is even stronger - a connection that seems almost personal.Meanwhile, Mat, a young black sailor, scours the city in search of the men who kidnapped his sister many years before. When his path crosses with Mercy's and he realises the girl he has been mourning is alive, it sets events in motion that will destroy everything Mercy thought was true about her old life - and her new one.But as the names on Mat's list are found dead, one after the other, the newly reunited siblings face a new danger. Someone is silencing all witnesses to the horrors of their past - and they could be next. But Mercy has had enough of secrets. She will have justice - no matter what the cost.An utterly gripping and powerful novel about family, secrets, identity, and risking everything to be true to yourself. If you liked The Foundling, The Miniaturist or Amy Snow, you will love Daughter of the Shipwreck.See what readers are saying about Daughter of the Shipwreck'Outstanding, remarkable!... A soaring, sweeping, satisfying novel that kept me up late for several nights. The story itself was beyond beautiful... I was hooked. It held my attention, and I didn't want this story to end!' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

Island house off coast of Maine, with private beach, sea views and the occasional farmyard animal, seeks super swanky Central London penthouse overlooking Holland Park, complete with concierge service and spurned ex-lovers... When thirty-somethings Cassie and James find each other on a home swap website, it feels meant to be. City hotshot James needs a bolthole after a relationship goes sour and Cassie needs to leave the comfort of her little island to research her new book. Soon, James is living in Cassie's cute but ramshackle beachside cottage, and Cassie's living in James's luxurious London apartment. It's the perfect solution. Except James didn't imagine he'd be sharing his home with eleven chickens and three alpacas, not to mention the unusually friendly neighbours, who seem to find any excuse to drop by. And Cassie is less than impressed when James's ex-girlfriend turns up at his door (more than once), demanding to know where he's gone. The more Cassie and James talk, the more the tension between them mounts. But as the insults fly so do the sparks, and when the time finally comes to swap back, Cassie and James find they aren't quite ready to give each other up. But there's more than just distance between them - and when Cassie makes a surprising discovery, the pair are forced to confront their feelings and decide what kind of life they really want. An utterly heart-warming love story that will make you laugh and cry, fans of One Day in December, The Hating Game and The Flatshare will fall head over heels for The House Swap. What readers are saying about The House Swap: 'I really loved this book. It's funny, endearing, sweet, and just makes you feel good. It's the kind of book you can read and smile... isn't that what we all need right now? Something comforting and fun. I can't wait to read more by Jo Lovett!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'I loved this book. I read it all in one sitting, I could not put it down... The characters are so relatable and lovable. I felt everything they were feeling... The writing was so amazing you really do feel everything. Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'This was a super cute book!... incredibly fun... kept me hooked the entire time!' Brinns Books 'I absolutely adored The House Swap... A delightful, warm hug of a book. I loved it... Perfect comfort reading.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars 'Such an adorable read... I loved every second... you can't help but smile while you read this book.' NetGalley reviewer 'A fun Rom-com with heart. Fun and sexy... had me hanging on every word!' Goodreads reviewer 'An unexpected delight. I smiled my whole way through reading it.' @EricasLittleLibrary 'I absolutely loved this... A definite to add to your reading list.' NetGalley reviewer 'A light breezy read that is a welcome relief from the heavy atmosphere of reality.' Book Reads by Prairie Girl 'Just loved it!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'The whole time I was reading this book, I was thinking "I wish I had an extra copy to give to my mum to read too". It was just so cute!' Goodreads reviewer'Hilarious!' Goodrea

There is a nuclear weapon in the hands of the Vatican City's deadliest enemy. And time is running out to stop an attack...Marco Venetti, the only man the pope trusts, has tracked down the traitor who nearly succeeded in his mission to kill the pope. But the traitor holds a crucial piece of information: the name of the Russian mafioso in possession of a nuclear bomb.Forced to work with a man he despises to prevent a deadly explosion, Marco sets a trap for the Russians. Inside the stone walls of an ancient castle in Portugal, surrounded by high mountains, he waits to ambush his target. But a double-cross ruins everything and he must flee, alone and without backup, leaving a trail of death and destruction behind.All Marco knows is that the attack is imminent. And that to prevent it, he must enter a deadly game of cat-and-mouse that will take him across the continent, on land and by sea. With time running out, he will stop at nothing to uncover the truth. Because the secrets inside the Vatican may be the deadliest threat of all...The Vatican Secret is an explosive thriller full of treachery, international conspiracy and non-stop action. Fans of Joel C. Rosenberg, Tom Clancy and Steven Konkoly will be completely gripped.Praise for Peter Hogenkamp:"Wow... So many twists and turns that keep you guessing... Captures your attention and doesn't let go till the end." TB Honest, ¿¿¿¿¿"Grabs you on the first page and is powered by non-stop action and a taut, emotional narrative... A real page-turner!" Goodreads Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿"Fast-paced action-packed... Nail-biting tension... I really enjoyed reading and would definitely recommend." NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

Feel the sun on your face on a Somerset terrace overlooking golden fields and wild meadowland, and watch as romance beckons and long-hidden secrets are revealed... When twenty-seven-year-old Posy arrives at picture-perfect Oleander House in the Somerset village of Astercombe, she is enchanted. Adopted when she was just a baby, Posy is excited to re-connect with her birth family and help out on the family cider farm with its old stone walls and bees buzzing in the hedgerows. There's just one tiny problem - her new next-door neighbour, haughty, handsome vineyard-owner Lachlan. Lachlan has taken an instant dislike to Posy, and after a furious argument when she ventures on his land, she's pretty certain there's not a heart of gold beneath his frosty exterior. Yet as she falls in love with the flower-filled hedgerows and apple-green fields of her new life, she discovers more about her grumpy neighbour. Even though he acts like the world is out to get him, she can't ignore the sad expression in his dark eyes. And when Posy discovers the heartbreaking secret that is tearing Lachlan apart, she understands why he has shut the door on the world and vows to help him, as well as the vineyard, which has fallen on hard times. Yet just as Lachlan lets Posy in, a terrible night threatens to destroy everything she has begun to care about and puts someone she loves at risk. Will her dream life in the country come at an awful price? If you love Nicola May, Debbie Macomber and Milly Johnson, then you will adore A Cider Apple Summer. An enchanting summer romance about new beginnings, second chances and trusting your heart. What everyone's saying about A Cider Apple Summer: 'Yet another fantastic book from Tilly... real hug of a book that I desperately needed to cheer me up on these cold winter days' Fiction Book Reviews, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Tilly Tennant's books always warm my heart.One not to be missed. A lovely heart-warming book to curl up with. It hooked me in and I couldn't put it down.' StefLoz Bookblog, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A perfect summer read... What more could you want? Only problem with this read? The story and the evocative description had me buying apples and wine in the supermarket and dreaming of that perfect Somerset summer.' Netgalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A really lovely story... Loved it!!!' Netgalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A gorgeous, romantic book, that will whisk you away to sunnier happier times. Make you forget what we are living through at the moment and pop a smile on your face as you sink into a lovely romance.' Goodreads Reviewer

Dressed in pajamas covered with stars, the little girl's body is perfectly still, her arms folded neatly over her chest. The wildflowers decorating her hair scatter across the grass in the sharp breeze. Her lips are parted slightly, as if to whisper goodnight for the very last time...When twelve-year-old Holly Mitchell's fragile little body is found on the steps of a mountainside church in the small town of Denton, a doll made from pine cones clasped tightly to her chest, Detective Josie Quinn rushes to attend the scene. She knows this little girl's angelic face, her mother had offered Josie help when she'd needed it most.Searching the girl's house, Josie is devastated to find that Holly's mother is dead too, and her little sister is missing. But why has this family home been stripped of all sharp objects? Re-tracing her steps, Josie finally finds a secret hiding place with Holly's sister inside, terrified, but alive. Moments later, another doll made of twigs turns up.Certain the killer is close by, Josie holds the little girl tight and tries to coax answers from her, but it's clear the pile of burnt photographs and letters found in the greenhouse is her only lead. No one is safe until Josie can figure out the dangerous secret that has escaped this remote family home.Just when Josie is finally closing in on the killer, the unthinkable happens, a tragedy that shakes her to her very core. And on the windshield of her car: a third wooden doll. Could stopping this twisted monster from taking more innocent lives come at the ultimate price for Josie?An absolutely gripping rollercoaster ride of a crime thriller from an Amazon, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Robert Dugoni and Rachel Caine.Readers love Lisa Regan:'Absolutely brilliant!!!! One hell of a rollercoaster ride, with so many twists and turns it'll make you dizzy!! It's energetic, exciting, thrilling and nerve-wracking!!... will have you shouting O.M.G. at every page!!' Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars'Brilliant, nail-biting, rollercoaster of a ride... There were times I gasped "Oh No!" and shed a few tears... a super novel.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

"Young women needed for the Fortune Springs Town Improvement Initiative. One year's room and board provided."I should have known it was too good to be true when I first saw the ad. It turns out that Fortune Springs, Colorado isn't just a one-horse town, it's a two-woman one, and this is their attempt to keep the community alive. I want to say the scheme is ridiculous, totally outdated, but I'm carrying everything I own in my canvas backpack and the greyhound I stepped off this morning is long gone. If this is my chance at a fresh start, I'd better grab it with both hands.I know I should feel guilty about pretending to be a lonely heart willing to help repopulate this rural logging town, but all I feel is relief at having escaped the apartment in Savannah. And after all, what's one more secret to add to the pile? I only hope I've hidden my tracks well enough, and that the kind Fortune Springs locals who've opened their doors to me will never find out what made me run away in the first place...An emotional, gripping story full of family drama. Fans of Carolyn Brown, Robyn Carr and Debbie Macomber will be hooked.Readers love Alys Murray:¿¿¿¿¿ "Fabulous... Will remain with you long after you've reached the last page... HIGHLY RECOMMENDED." Brook Cottage Books Blog¿¿¿¿¿ "Another 2 a.m. read! I absolutely could not put this book down. Funny, emotional, all at once." Goodreads reviewer¿¿¿¿¿ "Funny, smart, emotional and memorable all at the same time. It's hardto put this book down." Goodreads reviewer¿¿¿¿¿ "Swept me away in its warmth. I couldn't stay away until I finished... feels and fun, family and love." Goodreads reviewer

Her numb fingers scrabble over upholstery, over metal, over glass, searching for a way out. Water stings her eyes as she's dragged downward, clinging to her last breath as she's absorbed into the cold dark below When Gloria Carmichael's body is found broken and bleeding on the sidewalk just days after knocking on Detective Charlie Winters' door begging for help to locate her father's will, Charlie's instinct is confirmed: her latest case is about more than just a simple family feud. The Carmichaels are famous in Salem Island for their large family and charitable work, but, moments before she died, beautiful, trustworthy eldest daughter Gloria called Charlie to say she had uncovered a terrible secret that would break the mystery of her father's death wide open. With the voice of her murdered sister ringing in her earspushing her to risk everything to bring justice to the innocentCharlie takes matters into her own hands. She won't let another family break apart like her own, and she knows the answers she needs are hidden somewhere inside the Carmichael home. But as Charlie races to confront her main suspecta file containing evidence that will devastate the Carmichael family on the car seat beside hershe's rammed off the road and over the edge of a nearby cliff. Fighting for breath in a sinking car, Charlie has to survive or other innocent lives will be taken. Everyone involved is keeping secrets, but only one twisted soul is prepared to kill to keep theirs An addictive crime thriller with twists at every turn, you won't know what hit you after you've finished Girl Under Water. A perfect read-in-one-sitting rollercoaster ride for anyone who adores Angela Marsons, Robert Dugoni and Mary Burton. Readers love Girl Under Water: ';WOW!!! I absolutely loved this book So many twists, turns and shocking revelations revealed!... Mind blown and totally shocked with the ending that I would have not guessed in a million years!! Loved the twist!' Heidi Lynn's Book Reviews ';A thrill-a-minute ride which left me guessing right to the conclusion I totally loved and can highly recommend.' Goodreads reviewer ';Full of suspenseful twists and turns that kept me glued to my kindle' @lianareadsblog ';Completely addicted I literally haven't been able to put it down devoured this entire book in just one sitting had me on the edge of my seat and I literally feel as though I have been on a rollercoaster made me hold my breath and feel completely on edge

"I've found a new author to love. Her writing was so full of life, so descriptive... so many laugh out loud moments... I can't wait for Ellyn Oaksmith's next book!" Goodreads Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Things are finally working out for Stella Gallagher. Underwhelmed by all the uninspiring men in her small town who she's known since grade school, she was beginning to give up on love altogether... until mysterious Italian Paolo Gentillo moved to Chelan. He's smart, kind, gorgeous and, most importantly, completely obsessed with her: Stella has finally found her match.So why did Paolo have to ruin everything by proposing? It's way too soon. Stella tries to act thrilled, but there are things she hasn't told Paolo-she doesn't know how he's going to feel about her when he finds out about her past. She wants to be with him, but now he's offering her a priceless family heirloom engagement ring and his formidable mother's coming all the way from Italy to meet her. And stay at her house. For a whole week.Suddenly it's all going wrong for Stella: Paolo's mother hates her, her best friend Carmen is totally wrapped up in her own problems and ignoring her, and she's struggling under the weight of her secret. All she and Paolo do is fight, and she's never felt so alone. Forget the wedding-Stella is about to lose everything...A heart-warming story about learning to trust in yourself and the people you love, Promises at Indigo Bay will show you that it's never too late to try for your happy ending. For fans of Robyn Carr, Carolyn Brown and Debbie Macomber.Readers are falling in love with Ellyn Oaksmith: "Wine? Romance? Beautifully written romantic tension, high personal stakes, and charming characters on every page? SIGN. ME. UP. This was my first read from Ellyn Oaksmith and I adored every word. I am already dreaming about the sequel. 5 Stars! Highly recommended." Goodreads Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"I loved this book. It was my first Ellyn Oaksmith read and it won't be my last. This book has some laugh out loud moments and some that make you cry!" Goodreads Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Rose Anderson is done with being known as ';the nice one' in the small town where she lives. She's done with playing third, fifth, seventh wheel at loud gatherings on her family's flower farm. And most of all, she is done with the pitying looks she gets about her single status from the way-too-interested townsfolk. Busy with her flower-arranging business, Rose has no time for a man, thank you very much. And it has nothing to do with the scars she still nurses from her last breakup. So when she meets Cole McKittrick, Rose gets an idea. But first she needs to get beneath his aloof exterior and convince him to agree Cole McKittrick is trying to keep calm. So what if he quit a steady job for a shot at his dream, was dumped and his move to Yokel County, California is bringing back childhood memories he'd rather forget? It's all about perspective. He doesn't want to get any more involved in this town than he has to be, so his first instinct is to push Rose Anderson and her intriguing idea away. But the woman won't get gone, and then she makes him an offer he can't refuse. The two are soon neck deep in deception, playing up a starry-eyed romance in public while they clash wits and wills in private. But Cole has been hiding a big secret from Rose about his past. And when Rose finds out could it spell the end for their picture-perfect romance, or will she realize that he has taken over not just her home, but also her heart? A fun, charming romance about family and finding the one, perfect for fans of Robyn Carr, Debbie Macomber and Carolyn Brown. What readers are saying about Alys Murray:';This was truly the PERFECT sweet romance!... Murray created an adorable, quirky small town that felt like home.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';Swept me away in its warmth. I couldn't stay away until I finished the book. This was a complete book of feels and fun, family and love, where the complex and varied characters made the romance come alive.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';Wow Loved it, loved it, loved it! The romance, humor, memorable-after-memorable scene make this book a must-have addition for any shelf.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';All I can say about this book is that it is brilliant, addicting, memorable The best book I have read all year I'm giving it five stars, I wish I could give it more.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';I couldn't put it down! I read in less than a day! Made me so happy!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';This is a fabulous read, beautifully written. It's the kind of book that will remain with you long after you've reached the last page. I'm absolutely not going to give anything away, only to say HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

"e;Hooked me on the first page This book grabbed me I read it in two sittings."e; The World Is Ours to Read, When a body is found on the snow-covered beach, it sends shockwaves through the tight-knit community of Great Rock island. Surely it's impossible to keep secrets in such a small place Daisy has lived on the island of Great Rock all her life. To the summer holidaymakers, who flock to its golden beaches, it is a paradise. But Daisy can't wait to get out. She's watched her mother get stuck here and knows that's not the life she wants. She's also ended things with Connor, her on-and-off boyfriend. A clean break seems best. Daisy has been working towards college in Boston and all her dreams seem within her grasp. But when a young woman is found dead on the beach, it threatens to destroy the lives of everyone Daisy loves. Connor seems on edge: he knows more than he's saying about who the woman was and why she was on the island. Then the police arrest a member of Daisy's own family. She knows there is no way they could be capable of murder. But who will believe her? Daisy was ready to leave the island behind for good, but the ties that hold her there are stronger than she realized. To have the future she wants, she will need to discover the truth about what is really happening on Great Rock and what those closest to her have been keeping secret A suspenseful and twisty page-turner about family secrets and the lies we tell ourselves. Perfect for fans of The Silent Daughter, Liane Moriarty and Diane Chamberlain. Readers are gripped by Everybody Lies:';Oh my goodness Such a good suspense ending A must read!' NetGalley Reviewer, ';I absolutely loved this book Compelling, powerful and so heart-breaking I could not tear myself away If I could give it more than 5 stars I would.' Once Upon A Time Book Blog, ';Gripping Twists and turns that you will not see coming! I would recommend this book to anyone.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';Heart-breaking and poignant A story of secrets and families, love, loss and betrayal Loved, loved, loved this book.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';I could not put this one down Had me guessing until the last couple of chapters. I honestly did not see the ending coming.' NetGalley Reviewer, ';Heartbreaking, unforgettable and captivating story I just couldn't put it down

Paris, 1856. In a world ruled by men, one woman holds the fate of a nation in her hands.When Livia leaves behind the bronzed hills of Italy for the rain-soaked streets of Paris, she feels lost and alone. Trapped in an icy marriage, she longs to return to her life as a doctor's daughter. To a simpler time when she could use her healing skills to help people. But her husband's diplomatic work launches her into French high society. And soon she befriends Elisabetta, Napoleon III's clever and beautiful mistress.Elisabetta may be the most glamorous woman in France, but she is isolated too. With jealousy and political conspiracies surrounding her, she is drawn to Livia's honesty and intelligence. And when Livia saves Elisabetta's life, the two women become inseparable.Soon Livia's life is an exciting whirlwind of masked balls, theatre and fashion, and at last she feels happy. She even finds the courage to open her heart, learning to love her new husband. But just as she begins to let her guard down, Livia discovers that her worst enemy has followed her all the way from Italy...While danger lurks in the shadows, an assassination attempt is made on Napoleon. And Livia's husband is wrongly accused of treason. The future of France is in peril, and Livia must work with Elisabetta to save the lives of those they love. With Livia's keen knowledge of medicine and deadly poisons, and Elisabetta's many connections, the women are a formidable partnership. But can they really trust each other? And how far are they prepared to go?A totally gripping, richly imagined historical novel about the power held by women in a world run by men. Fans of Lucinda Riley, Kate Morton and Marie Benedict will be absolutely hooked from the very first page until the final, breath-taking conclusion.Readers love Meghan Masterson:'Absolutely brilliant!... I honestly think I have permanent indentations on my eReader from gripping it so tightly... thrilling... a must read.' The Secret Book Sleuth ¿¿¿¿¿

Take one sea-view villa, add two dates with a Greek God, a few glasses of wine, a dash of accidental nudity, and a heavy dose of sunshine. Recipe for a perfect getaway or an absolute disaster? Small, shy, safe. That's how Becky lives ever since her last romantic calamity landed her in hospital. Her comfort zone is as confining as her tiny bank balance, and fiercely guarded by her totally over-the-top mum. But the news that her ex is back sniffing round is the final straw. In a very un-Becky move, she packs her bags for the Greek island of Skiathos. Maybe the setting of her favourite ABBA movie will be just the break from reality Becky needs Stepping aboard the Mamma Mia! boat tour, Becky leaves her fear in the port as she sings out loud in public, and cries Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! to everything the Greek life has to offer. She befriends locals young, old, and absolutely perfect (hello, sizzling hot restaurant-owner Kyros!), dines on freshly baked bread drizzled in golden olive oil on a starlit date, and walks barefoot along silky sandy beaches. When Kyros asks her to stay longer, Becky is stunned. Could she really create a new life for herself here, and trust her heart with this smooth-talking charmer? But just as she's thinking about putting down roots, her troublesome ex makes a dramatic return, begging for her back. Will she go back to playing it safe, or will she take a chance on Greece and embrace her true dancing queen? An absolutely laugh-out-loud summer rom-com guaranteed to give you THAT holiday feeling! Perfect for fans of Carole Matthews, Jenny Colgan and Sophie Kinsella. 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

Strands of blonde hair escape from beneath the sheet and catch the dawn light creeping through the window. Silence falls as the fabric is drawn back to reveal the body of a young girl, her hands folded on her chest, her long lashes resting on her cold, pale cheeks. When Detective Casey White finds the body of a teenager perfectly preserved in salt in an abandoned beach vacation home, her heart shatters. Tina Somners has been missing since she set off to meet her friends for spring break. Her parents will be inconsolable at this tragic end to their search. Determined to find justice for this sweet girl who was looking forward to a summer full of laughter, Casey delves into old case files and gets her first lead: years ago, a man murdered his wife, totally covering her body in salt. But he's been locked up in prison all this time. Casey is racing to interview him when another perfectly preserved body is found just down the beach from the first crime scene. A cryptic, unfinished note is clutched in the girl's hand. Are the bodies being kept this way so the killer can pass on a message? Certain that there's more significance to the salt than just preservation, Casey tracks down a man Tina's friends say they saw watching them on the beach-and unlocks a terrible secret. But then a final threatening message arrives, addressed to Casey herself. Can she bring this twisted monster to justice before more young lives are destroyed forever? An absolutely unputdownable read that will have you reading late into the night and gasping at the shocking twists. Perfect for fans of Kendra Elliot, Robert Dugoni and Melinda Leigh. Read what everyone's saying about B.R. Spangler: "OMG WHAT A BOOK!!!... A real page-turner and rollercoaster... Hooked from the first page... I literally devoured this book in one sitting. Cancel everything and curl up with this fantastic five star read... I LOVED IT!!!!" Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "An explosive, exciting, twisty, riveting read that will have you gasping for air... once you start, you won't want to stop until you reach its shocking conclusion. A propulsive thriller with a fantastic female protagonist you'll connect with immediately!" Lisa Regan, USA Today bestselling author of the Detective Josie Quinn series "Starts off with a bang and keeps the intensity flowing throughout... will leave readers salivating for more! It's a fantastic read... WOWZA!" NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

In the thin light of the moon, the woman's limp body hangs from the iron fence amongst the redwoods. Looped over the railings is the little gold locket her mother gave her when she turned sixteen. The picture of the girl inside smiles out at a future she'll never see... As day breaks over the fairground, Detective Katie Scott forces herself to take in another disturbing scene in front of her. A woman, the same age as her, found slumped in the carriage of the Ferris wheel, red lipstick dragged across her lips, her throat cut. Katie doesn't want to believe that the serial killer picking off women across the state has found their way to the small town of Pine Valley, California, but when her team finds a gold engagement ring hanging nearby, it's a terrifying, but undeniable fact. With a twisted killer on her doorstep, Katie knows if she doesn't act fast, she'll find more women left out in the cold like broken dolls. Her team hit dead end after dead end, but only she can see the vital link between the victims: a connection with Katie herself. Katie has spent years pushing traumatic memories of her years in the military far out of reach, but she must confront them now or more innocent women will die. But as the killer circles closer and closer to Katie, what if the only answer is to give him what he wants? There must be another way... Warning - This absolutely unputdownable thriller will keep you up all night! Fans of Lisa Regan, Rachel Caine and Melinda Leigh better hold on tight for a nail-biting rollercoaster ride! Readers love 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 'Fantastic... had me glued to the pages and I didn't want to put it down... so gripping and suspenseful and wonderfully paced... A brilliant, nail-biting and highly recommended read.' Brianne's Book Reviews, 5 stars

There is a fierce wind blowing in from the sea, as I step off the boat towards my new life in America. The baby is a warm weight in my arms and I pause to adjust her, trying not to think about what we left behind. I can't look back now, I need to keep this child safe...Ireland 1939. When hardworking chambermaid Rose meets an American businessman in the hotel where she works in Cork, he makes her an offer she can't refuse. Rose doesn't want to leave home, but her widowed mammy and three younger sisters need the money she'd earn in her new job as a nanny to David Townsend's two young children.Just as Rose is settling into her new life caring for Raphael and new-born baby Sarah, the world is plunged into war and David is called back to New York, leaving Rose to follow by boat with his wife and children. But disaster strikes when the ship they are on is hit by a torpedo. Separated from her group in the awful chaos, Rose has an impossible decision to make. Does she stay and search for the family she owes so much to? Or does she leave on the lifeboat to save the tiny baby left in her care?Landing on American shores, all Rose's hopes of leaving the howling air-raid sirens and deafening bombs behind her are shattered as tragic news arrives from Pearl Harbor. Looking down at the innocent child in her arms, Rose knows that she must find the strength to survive and reunite this little girl with her family. But as fear and panic grips the country, what heartbreaking sacrifices will she have to make to protect her precious charge?An emotional, heart-wrenching story of love and family set across Ireland and America during the Second World War. Perfect for fans of Jean Grainger, Lisa Wingate and Diney Costeloe.Readers love Sandy Taylor:'Wow... I absolutely loved this book. Warning: keep the tissues handy!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'Gut-wrenching... Brought me to tears numerous times.' Stacy is Reading, ¿¿¿¿¿'Writing this through tears, the funniest, most tearful book I've ever read. Fantastic.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

One Night Only, a captivating novel by Catherine Walsh, is a must-read for all book lovers. Published in 2021 by Bookouture, this book is a testament to Walsh's storytelling prowess. Delving into a genre that is both intriguing and captivating, One Night Only promises to keep you hooked from start to finish. The narrative unfolds with a captivating pace, taking the reader on a journey that is as unpredictable as it is exciting. Published by Bookouture, a renowned publishing house known for their diverse collection of books, One Night Only is a shining example of their commitment to bringing quality literature to readers around the globe. Reading this book is an experience you wouldn't want to miss, so get your copy today and immerse yourself in the world of One Night Only.

Brambles catch her dress, scratch her legs, pierce her feet. To escape, she'd had no option but to go barefoot. They'd been laughing together a few minutes before, but things can change in the blink of an eye...The woman is dark-haired and young, judging by the short red dress. Any other signs of her identity have been erased during her long wait to be found, but it's clear she was strangled: this was a passionate and personal murder.D.I. Bernadette Noel knows that every second counts if she is to catch this killer, but she has no leads - until the discovery that the dead woman's rings match a stolen property report, and the rings' owner mentions Rosa, her missing nanny.Just when Bernie and her team think they're getting somewhere, a shocking discovery about Rosa - and the news that another young girl has been abducted - changes everything the team thought they knew about the case.Laura is only twelve, and her parents are beside themselves with worry - but Bernie has an additional fear. Laura's home is right next to the woods where their murder victim was found: are the cases connected?When Bernie notices similarities between descriptions of the man last seen with Rosa and someone Laura was messaging online, these fears grow stronger. But they still have no clear leads as to the identity of the culprit.With few options left, and time running out, she makes a desperate plan to trap the predator. But any mistakes will mean another innocent life lost...A gripping crime thriller with a nail-biting climax. If you like Angela Marsons, Val McDermid or Cara Hunter, you'll love Joy Kluver.Readers can't get enough of Joy Kluver:'Wow!! Just wow!!... This book is brilliant! More than brilliant, amazing!!!... Absolutely gripping, addictive and captivating... I was absolutely hooked from the first page to the last. I had a complete shock at the twists... Love, love, loved all the characters!!!... I would love to see this made into a movie.' Bookworm86 ¿¿¿¿¿

"Find my daughter in twenty-four hours. Or she's dead."Kyle Roche is a man whose job it is to stay invisible. Dark, mysterious, and only sometimes on the right side of the law, only a lucky few know how to reach him: Kyle can fix their problems, however dangerous.Now he's been hired to save a woman in Witness Protection, one who doesn't officially exist anymore. But before he can keep her safe, he has to find her. And he has less than twenty-four hours to do it...Savannah Nicholls is in hiding because of a tragic mistake. Her mother insists her daughter is just a nice girl, from a good family, that she's never gotten in trouble in her life. But she also says someone knows where her daughter is. And they want to kill her.If he's going to keep Savannah safe, Roche needs to know who is after her, as well as what she witnessed, who her enemies are, and if they have really been able to find her. But how can he protect a woman who is as invisible as he is?Because the clock is ticking...This totally gripping, pulse-pounding thriller is perfect for fans of David Baldacci, JB Turner and Mark Dawson.Readers are loving The Witness:"Wow, wow, wow. This is by far the best book this author has written, I was on the edge of my seat wondering what the hell was going to happen next. Fast paced, gritty, twists and turns, it's got the lot. I thought I had ants in my pants when I was reading this because I couldn't sit still. Amazing must read book." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"A heart pounding thriller.... I seriously enjoyed the heck outta this book! Wow!... Just outstanding in every way possible. It was one of those 'I for real cannot put my Kindle down' sorta things!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"I was giddy with excitement at finding an author who likes to write the way I like to read. WooOoo HooOoo! I wanted to jump up, stop everyone around me and tell them what a great book I'd just read... Tense and compelling... It put me on the edge of my seat and had me reading well past bedtime.... Readers will love the adrenaline rush." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

1941, Berlin. Margarete Rosenbaum has been forced to work as a servant in a senior Nazi officer's home. When it's destroyed in a bombing raid, she's the only survivor and is mistaken for the man's daughter. All she needs is a few hours and temporary papers to escape to relative safety. But then the Nazi officer's son, SS officer Wilhelm Huber, tracks her down--and he has his own plans for her.

I know my sister didn't die by accident. Does someone know our secret?I swore I'd never go home to Brightwater. It would be safer for everyone if I stayed away.But now my sister is dead, and I am driving down the familiar highway, watching the sunlight glimmer off the lake, with the memory of her green eyes like a knife in my heart.I know Holly didn't slip and drown out by the old boardwalk, surrounded by trees and dark water. She would never have gone there, if she had a choice.Her little girls need me now. I couldn't save Holly, but I must protect them.Because if whoever killed Holly knows what we did all those years ago, out on the water, then I need to find them before they come after me.But how can I, when there are still so many things I don't know about what really happened that night?An absolutely gripping, twisty psychological thriller about secrets between sisters that will keep you turning the pages late into the night. Perfect for fans of The Girl on the Train, The Woman in the Window and The Silent Patient.Readers love Kelly Heard:"WOW!!!... Gripped me so hard that I simply couldn't put the book down!!... The ending left me breathless... So good and unputdownable... Will take your breath away!!" Tropical Girl Reads,¿¿¿¿¿"OMG what a story!... Twisty, fast paced... Sure to keep you guessing from page one! Full of mystery, tension and suspense... Had my heart pounding... The best thriller I've read this year." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿"I'm speechless... This book blew my mind. I can't stop thinking about it... Gripping until you were on the edge of your seat dying turning pages like nothing. Because the book was that good." Reviews by Bee, ¿¿¿¿¿

When a TV drama crew descends on sleepy Saxford St Peter, Eve Mallow joins the excited throng of extras in a funeral scene. But then a real body is found... and Eve gets a starring role as sleuth!Eve Mallow is looking forward to her fifteen minutes of fame when Saxford St Peter is chosen as the location for a new drama series. A devoted people-watcher, Eve is thrilled to learn that TV stars are just as glamorous - and tempestuous - as she's always imagined.But then someone delivers a bouquet of poisonous flowers to the director Rufus Beaumont, making Eve worry that some of the rivalries she's noticed are deadly serious. And when Rufus's body is found in the church where the funeral scene took place, it's clear that someone's out for the kill in real life.Eve and dachshund Gus have been on the ground from the start, and now they're on the case, interrogating the suspects one by one. Is it the devastating diva whose relationship with Rufus was far from professional? The cameraman who caught Rufus doing something he shouldn't? Or the groupie groundskeeper who's in the background of every shot? One thing's for sure - Eve must catch the killer before she stars in their next murderous production...A completely unputdownable page-turner, perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Agatha Christie and Betty Rowlands.See what everyone is saying about the Eve Mallow series:'Stunning... Loved the story and the pacing and just everything about it... A great story that I couldn't put down.' Crossroad Reviews'I loved this book... Everything an old-fashioned sleuthing ought to be... I flew through the pages' Shalini's Books & Reviews, ¿¿¿¿¿'Utterly delightful!... The perfect cosy murder mystery... Keeps you on your toes!... I highly recommend this to the armchair detectives of the world!' The Two Quills