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'Kept me furiously turning the pages. What a ride!...A dark, devious and devastatingly twisted tale.' Alice Hunter, author of The Serial Killer's WifeHer missing daughter was just the start of the nightmareTwenty years ago, Christine Donovan took a call she should have ignored while shopping. In those few seconds while her back was turned, her toddler, Heidi, was kidnapped. She's never been seen again.Despite having two other children with husband Greg, Christine remains guilt-stricken that her neglect caused her child to be stolen, while haunted by a secret that consumes her.Just as she takes measures to finally heal, a note is posted through her door, with the words she has always longed to hear: Heidi isn't dead.Christine might finally get the answers she craves - but what she doesn't know is that finding her daughter will uncover dark secrets close to home.In seeking the truth, Christine might destroy everything that she loves … so how far is she willing to go to find Heidi?With a truly jaw-dropping end twist, She's Mine is a dark, scandalous, and gripping read from a major new talent in psychological thriller writing. For fans of Harriet Tyce, C.L. Taylor and Apple Tree Yard.Praise for She's Mine:'Beautifully written, immaculately plotted, very clever and deliciously dark. Loved it.' Catherine Cooper, author of The Chalet'Ten stars for this read!...The plot, writing, and characters all together make for a mind-blowing experience.' Reader Review'What an absolute cracker of a debut!...Totally deserves to be a bestseller!' Lisa Hall, author of The Perfect Couple'The twists kept coming and even when I thought I figured it out, the last chapter blew my mind. Absolutely loved this one!' Reader Review'May be the most disturbing and twisted book I've read this year… You won't want to put it down.' Reader Review'This book was wildly addictive. Super twisty and twisted. I never saw the ending coming.' Reader Review'Five stars is not enough for this truly jaw-dropping story…This needs to be your next read!' Reader Review'The tangled web of secrets and lies kept me turning the page...the electrifying ending left me breathless!' Jane Isaac, author of One Good Lie'Achingly well-written and infused with devilish bite…Just excellent.' Rob Parker, author of The Ben Bracken series and Blackstoke'Dark, chilling and emotionally absorbing. This is a thriller everyone will be talking about!' Awais Khan, author of No Honour'Deeply emotive and exceptionally twisty, I defy you not to be gripped by this story.' Liz Mistry, author of Dark Memories

'I'm still very much in shock...I don't even know how to put into words how truly amazing this book was.' Reader ReviewShe has your back.And may stab you in it.Wealthy, pampered Susan is living the perfect life in leafy Kingston. She'll never let anyone see the darkness she's concealing behind the diamonds and ros.Grace is new to the group, seemingly the perfect wife and mum. Yet no one knows the truth of what's happening behind closed doors.Loner Natalie hides the pain of her childhood behind a carefully ordered life. But how long can the past stay hidden?Three unlikely friends, brought together for a weekly class run by beautiful, friendly, instructor, Jade.But when Jade goes missing in mysterious circumstances, the group starts to unravel. And as their darkest secrets come to light, it seems that no one can be trusted. Even their closest friendsA heart-in-your-mouth thriller that builds twist after twist, culminating in an unforgettable ending. This shocking, tense and gripping read will delight fans of T.M. Logan, B.A. Paris and Big Little Lies.'An intriguing and intricately plotted crime story, with so many twists and turns. I defy you to work out the ending.' Howard Linskey'Revelations and twists abound, and the characters evoke, by turns, empathy and disgust with friends like these, who needs enemies?' Vaseem KhanReaders are loving The Loyal Friend:'This is now one of my best reads of 2022 so far I was hooked from the beginning!' Reader Review'Every time I thought I had everything worked out, the plot took another twist, and the ending blew me away.' Reader Review'One of the best psychological thrillers ever written.' Reader Review'I sailed through this suspense-packed thriller...And the ending? Wow!' Reader Review'WOW. The plot twists were amazing and the ending was superb.' Reader Review'Secrets, secrets, and more secrets! My mouth hung open at several reveals' Reader Review'This is an absolute blockbuster thriller! I was on the edge of my seat the entire book.' Reader Review'Definitely a book to keep you up reading late, so many twists and turns.' Reader Review'A novel full of twists, pace, and betrayal, The Loyal Friend asks just how well can you leave your past behind before it catches up with you.' L.V. Matthews, author of The Twins'A dark, twisty tale of toxic friendship where no one can be trusted a great read.' Catherine Cooper, author of The Chateau'Gripping, bold and incisive...will stay with you long after you've turned the final page' Awais Khan, author of No Honour'An absolutely thrilling ride...and the twist! I thought I had it all figured out, but I was so wrong' Lisa Hall, author of The Woman in the Woods'Suburban jealousies, rivalries and dysfunctional relationships keeping you turning the pages long into the night... the perfect summer read.' Derek Farrell, author of The Danny Bird Mysteries'A tense, riveting read, packed to the rafters with twists and turns that kept me guessing to the final page!' Jane Isaac, author of One Fatal Secret

'Intense, intricate and packed with intrigue...a thrilling and addictive read.' B.A. ParisIt seems too good to be trueWhen struggling writer Sebastian finds a room to let in a palatial Hampstead residence he cannot believe his luck. The rent is ridiculously cheap and he immediately feels a connection with his beautiful widowed landlady, Adriana.It is.Things take a dark turn when he finds out what happened to the last lodger. Could this be why the house is a fortress of security, and why Adriana seems so fragile? Adriana doesn't want to talk about the death and sadness that seem to follow her wherever she goes and Sebastian has secrets of his own.Now someone is watching their every move and there is nowhere to hide.This house of light becomes a dark nightmare as the threat ramps up - what does the watcher want? And how far will they go to get it?A gripping, twisty thriller perfect for fans of B.A. Paris, Shari Lapena and Lucy Foley. If you were hooked by Netflix series You or The Watcher then you will love this.Readers are gripped by Under Her Roof:'Taut and intricately plotted with such exquisite writing.' Imran Mahmood'A masterclass in suspense - I couldn't put it down, and the twists will absolutely floor the reader.' Lisa Hall'A dark, twisty, unputdownable thriller that will send your mind spinning. Truly sublime.' B P Walter'A compulsive thriller that crackles with a sense of menace. Tense, twisty and gorgeously atmospheric.' Kia Abdullah'Another spectacular triumph ...this is a taut, gripping page-turner with an unguessable twist.' Lucy Martin'A nail biting, claustrophobic thriller with a plot that will give you shivers, and a twist that will blow your mind.' Sarah Clarke'A gripping, voyeuristic page-turner...from a hugely talented crime writer at the very top of their game.' Howard Linskey'A taut, edgy thriller.' Marion Todd'A spine-tingling, cerebral thriller packed with real psychological depth and a final twist that hits you like a gut-punch.' Chris Merritt'A razor-sharp thriller...Beautifully dark and utterly compelling.' Victoria Dowd'A darkly addictive and unputdownable thriller. It kept me guessing; I loved it!' Jane Isaac'Perfectly plotted and with a brilliant twist.' Catherine Cooper'A deliciously horrible sensation of being watched...grippingly twisty.' Greg Mosse'Even though I was waiting for the twists, they still blindsided me.' David Beckler'Simmering with tension and an underlying sense of danger...an addictive thriller with a jaw-dropping twist.' Michael Wood'A compelling psychological thriller...And when the twists came - wow!' Joy Kluver' Made me lock the door twice.' Jacqueline Sutherland'A taut, intelligent and thought-provoking thriller!' Louise Beech'Dark, gripping and smoulderingIntricately plotted and the twist floored me.' Ruth Kelly'A compelling and terrifying psychological thriller with a twisty, dark plot, guaranteed to shock the reader with its spine-chilling denouement.' Danielle Ramsey'I was gripped from start to explosive finish.' Christie Newport

'The best kind of psychological thriller compelling, accomplished and atmospheric.' M.W. CravenSIX FRIENDS.In a luxury villa set high in the hills above the glamorous town of Sorrento, southern Italy, three couples gather for the perfect 40th birthday celebration. ONE BODY.Before the week is out, one of them is dead.COUNTLESS LIES.Their perfect reunion quickly becomes the holiday from hell when one of the group starts receiving anonymous messages, threatening to expose a dark secret from their university days. As old friendships are tested to the limit, it's clear that what happens in the dark past won't stay buriedA heart-racing psychological thriller that will hook you from the very first page, with twist after twist that will make your jaw drop. Fans of B.A. Paris, My Husband's Killer and Lucy Foley won't be able to put this down. If you were hooked by The White Lotus or The Watcher, you'll love this. Praise for The Final Party:'A hugely addictive, pacy and consuming thriller...kept me guessing (and turning pages) right up to the incredible conclusion.' Gytha Lodge'Thrilling twists, terrific characters and a setting to die for. The Final Party is a thoroughly gripping ride!' B P Walter'A compelling page turner with a gasp around every corner. If you're looking for a holiday read this May, then this is the perfect unravelling of a friendship built on secrets and lies' Lauren North'Do not miss your invitation to The Final Party! Dark deeds, gorgeous Italian scenery and secrets aplenty... I was totally gripped!' Louise Mumford'One of the best writers of crime fiction around.' Howard Linskey'A gripping, intricately plotted thriller about the dark side of friendship, packed with secrets and lies that will keep you hooked until the very last page.' Lucy Martin'Draws you into a dark web of secrets and lies that unravel with exquisite timing in a beautiful setting.' Sarah Clarke'Stylish and twisty, with secrets and lies galore' Emily Freud'The Secret History meets The Holiday, only darker, sexier and absolutely crammed full of twists and suspense. It's a big, fat 5 stars from me.' Lisa Hall'A dark and twisty read full of secrets, set against a stunning Amalfi Coast background where everyone has secrets and no one can be trusted.' Catherine Cooper'Glossy, gripping, and full of gruesome discoveries. A perfect holiday read.' Derek Farrell'The most well plotted and expertly told thriller I've read in years...a masterpiece of deception, betrayal and murder that will astound you till the very last page.' Graham Bartlett'The reveals kept coming at super speed, taking my breath away as I eagerly turned the pages.' Christie J Newport'A tense read that kept me guessing all the way to the end.' Tariq Ashkanani'A dark, captivating and sumptuous read.' Julie-Ann Corrigan'A dark and addictive thriller set amidst a gorgeous Italian backdrop, it's well deserving of 5 sparkling stars. I loved it!' Jane Isaac'A slick and twisty thriller' Jacqueline Sutherland'A tortuous web of secrets and lies I could not put it down' Marion Todd'A taut, dark thriller that is fabulously alluring and atmospheric. Utterly captivating writing!' Victoria Dowd

'Smart, stylish and totally addictive. Five stars! Janice Hallett, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Examiner'Packed with hidden secrets and clever reveals, I couldn't turn the pages fast enough.' C.M. Ewan, author of The House Hunt'Grips you immediately and doesn't let up. I raced through The School Gates.' Anna Mazzola, author of The Clockwork Girl'A great cast of characters where no one can be trusted. AA Chaudhuri at her best.' Catherine Cooper, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Chalet'Compelling and addictive with an unforgettable and gut-wrenching finale.' Michael Wood, author of the bestselling DCI Matilda Drake series'A seriously gripping thriller. Told with scalpel-sharp character insight and a brilliantly tense atmosphere.' BP Walter, author of The Garden PartyFirst comes gossip then comes revengeWhen single mum Lola Martinez's son, Luca, starts school, she feels that she'll never fit in with the yummy mummies in the playground. Confident, married to wealthy men, with ample free time, they are everything she isn't.However, Lola is invited into the inner circle, surrounded by seemingly friendly people, even if Lola's silence about her child's father puzzles them. Despite herself, Lola quickly becomes involved in playground politics, making as many enemies as friends.But then Lola is brutally murdered, her death rocking the close-knit community. As the police investigate the case, they discover that Lola was hiding many secrets as are the mums in her new social circle. But who had the most reason to kill her? And who else might unwittingly hold the answers to what happened that night?An addictive psychological thriller with an end twist that will make you gasp, for fans of Lisa Jewell, T.M. Logan and Frieda McFadden. If you loved Big Little Lies, you'll adore this.Readers can't get enough of The School Gates:'The story had me on the edge of my seat and definitely had my heart racing it was brilliant!!' Reader Review'Twists and turns galore that never stop the plot is intense.' Reader Review'It's a fast paced, twisty murder mystery When all is revealed at the end, I didn't see it coming!' Reader Review'The plot was incredibleAnyone who enjoys psychological thrillers, pick this up it's a hard 10 in my book.' Reader Review'A fabulous whodunnit full of twists and red herrings.' Reader Review'A tense, hard hitting crime thriller that delves into secrets, lies and cover ups. I really enjoyed the twists and turns throughout this story.' Reader ReviewA final twist that leaves your mouth hanging open you never saw it coming.' Reader Review'A fast-paced twisted thriller that has you guessing to the very end.' Reader Review'A compelling, twisty tale from beginning to endI flew through these pages.' Reader Review'So believable about the clique at the school gates I finished this book in the early hours as I just had to know how this story ended.' Reader Review'A heart-pounding read that had me on the edge of my seat.' Reader Review'Wow! I loved this! I couldn't put it down and read during every free second I could spare.' Reader Review'Pacy and very twistyIt has lots of OMG moments and is quite a thrilling read.'Reader Review