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The #1 Kindle bestseller!Everything you’ve built your life on is a lie…Willow’s memories of her parents are sun-drenched and full of smiles, love and laughter. But a mysterious invitation to a photographic exhibition exposes a secret that’s been buried since a tragic accident years ago.Willow is forced to question everything she knew about Charity, her late mother, and Hope, the aunt she’s lived with since she was a child.How was the enigmatic photographer connected to Willow’s parents? Why will Hope not break her silence?Willow cannot move forward in her life without answers. But who can she really trust? Because no one has been telling the truth for a very long time.

‘My goodness, what a spell bounding book.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Beautifully written, happiness as well as sadness…I loved it, I just wish it could have gone on for longer.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐How far would you go for the one you love the most?A stormy love affair. A secret. A discovery that changes everything…Louise Fenton flies to a devastated Thailand to search for her mother, missing following the Boxing Day tsunami. The only trace she can find is her mother’s distinctive bag. Inside it is a beautifully crafted atlas belonging to a writer named Claire Shreve. But what is the connection between Claire and Louise’s missing mum, and can the atlas help Louise find her?As Louise explores the notes and mementoes slipped between the pages of the atlas she learns the story of a life-changing revelation, a tragedy and a passionate love affair. And she uncovers a secret that nearly destroyed Claire and the man she loved – the same secret her mother has been guarding all these years…Readers love The Atlas of Us:‘Beautifully written.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Truly a joy to read.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Extremely powerful.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I absolutely loved this book and could not put it down.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Original and engaging.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I was hooked from the very first paragraph.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I loved this book and found it hard to put down…the best book I’ve read in a long time!’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

You’d kill to protect your child – wouldn’t you?FROM THE #1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF My Sister’s SecretWhen radio presenter Anna Graves and her baby are attacked on the beach by a crazed teenager, Anna reacts instinctively to protect her daughter.But her life falls apart when the schoolboy dies from his injuries. The police believe Anna’s story, until the autopsy results reveal something more sinister.A frenzied media attack sends Anna into a spiral of self-doubt. Her precarious mental state is further threatened when she receives a chilling message from someone claiming to be the ‘Ophelia Killer’, responsible for a series of murders twenty years ago.Is Anna as innocent as she claims? And is murder forgivable, if committed to save your child’s life…?

A girl has gone missing. You’ve never met her, but you’re to blame.FROM THE #1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF MY SISTER’S SECRET AND NO TURNING BACKFood writer Estelle Forster has the perfect life. And with her first book on the way, it’s about to get even better.When Estelle hears about Poppy O’Farrell’s disappearance, she assumes the girl has simply run away. But Estelle’s world crumbles when she’s sent a photo of Poppy, along with a terrifying note: I’m watching you. I know everything about you.Estelle has no idea who’s threatening her, or how she’s connected to the missing teen, but she thinks the answers lie in the coastal town she once called home, and the past she hoped was long behind her.Estelle knows she must do everything to find Poppy. But how far will she go to hide the truth – that herperfect life was the perfect lie?Her Last Breath is an addictive, page-turning read that fans of Lisa Jewell and Claire Douglas will love…

From the #1 bestselling author of My Sister’s Secret and No Turning BackFor the first time in your life, she is going to tell you the truth…Then: A trip to the beach tore Becky’s world apart. It was the day her mother Selma met the mysterious man she went on to fall in love with, and leave her husband and child for.Now: It’s been a decade since they last spoke, but Selma has just weeks to live. And she has something important to tell Becky – a secret she been hiding for many years. She had another daughter.With the loss of her mother, Becky aches to find her sister. She knows she cannot move forward in her life without answers, but who can she really trust?An emotionally powerful novel full of twists and family secrets. Perfect for fans of Josephine Cox and Susan Lewis.What others are saying about The Lost Sister:“Wow! What an amazing read! tons of twists and turns and full of suspense… can''t wait for more from this amazing author!” Reader review“A very thrilling fast paced read. I totally enjoyed it” Reader review“Wow… could have quite happily finished it in one sitting!!” Reader review“I really loved this book… Her best yet” Candys Book Case“Tracy Buchanan writes beautifully.” Reader review“Beautiful but haunting” Reader review“This book is such a page turner and packed full of emotion” Reader review“There are so many twists and turns… a heart-rending and thought-provoking book!!!” Book In One Hand Coffee In Another“I literally couldn’t put this book down… I yelled out at least three times in this amazing book. The Lost Sister is one that will be with me for a long time to come.” Reader review‘Refreshing and intriguing …I loved it!’ Tracy Rees, Richard and Judy bestselling author of The Hourglass‘Tracy Buchanan writes moving, gripping, heartbreakingly real family drama.’ Susan Lewis, author of One Minute Later‘Twisty, emotional and far too hard to put down.’ Katie Marsh, author of My Everything

How far would you go to find the truth?2009Since Amber lost her child ten years ago, her sole focus has been keeping her small business afloat. Her life seems to be on hold until the morning she finds a girl on the beach outside her gift shop. A girl who has no shoes, no name, and no idea where she came from.1989As a wildlife documentary maker, Gwyneth’s work has taken her all over the world. When she has a terrible accident in the remote Scottish Highlands, she is saved by the McClusky family and taken into their home. But there is more to this family than meets the eye, and something from their past threatens to tear them apart.Both Amber and Gwyneth are at the beginning of a journey that will unearth long-held family secrets, and has the power to change each of their lives forever…A gripping, emotional page turner with a breath-taking twist, perfect for fans of Susan Lewis, Kerry Fisher and Amanda Prowse.‘Tracy Buchanan writes moving, gripping, heartbreakingly real family drama.’ Susan Lewis, Sunday Times bestselling author of ONE MINUTE LATER‘An ambitious and deeply poignant story that will take you into another world.’ Heat‘Beautiful, heartbreaking, uplifting … Really worth a read.’ Hello!‘My first book by Tracy Buchanan, it won''t be my last… Draws you in and leaves you eager to keep reading on’ Reader review‘Fantastic little page-turner … An emotional roller coaster’ Reader review‘Intriguing, gripping and I couldn''t read fast enough… As well as thoroughly enjoying the relatable characters I enjoyed the description of the different settings in Scotland and Iceland. They were magical, descriptions of frozen waterfalls, icy lakes – I actually felt the biting cold as though I was actually there.’ Radio Tamworth Book Club

''Wow! I loved, loved, loved this book!... A thrilling start to my new favourite crime series!'' Reader review, 5 starsA twisted killer. A tangled web of lies. Dr Vanessa Marwood''s past is coming back to haunt her... When three bodies are found in the grounds of an old butterfly farm, each with a small cut delicately filled with spider silk, it''s clear why Forensic Entomologist Dr Vanessa Harwood is requested on the scene. Vanessa swore she''d never go back to Greensands. Not after what happened. She still remembers running through the long grass, his hand grasping for hers. Then suddenly, her brother was gone - Vincent was only twelve, and it was her fault. Besides, her bags are packed, she has a ticket for New York and a new job. Then her oldest friend, DCI Paul Truss, begs her for help - and she knows it''s time to come home. But it''s not long before another body turns up and Vanessa realises she''s been lured into a deadly trap. Can she find her way out of this twisted web before it''s too late? Or will what happened twenty years ago finally catch up with her?   Fans of Angela Marsons, Patricia Cornwell and Cara Hunter will be absolutely gripped until the final, breathtaking twist.Readers love Venom in the Blood!''Gripping and endlessly fascinating, VENOM IN THE BLOOD introduces a sleuth whose unique specialty will make you shiver. A chilling start to what promises to be a terrific new series'' Tess Gerritsen''I would gasp out loud!! It was unputdownable and very engrossing'' Reader review, 5 stars ''My first 5 star read of the year'' Reader review, 5 stars ''Unique and addictive!'' Reader review, 5 stars''Very creepy... a fantastic read! It had great suspense, intrigue, action, serial killers, gruesome murders, a great who-done-it, and some really crazy twists and turns! Can''t wait for more!'' Reader review, 5 stars

''A one-of-a-kind sleuth... I cannot wait for book 3! PS - Someone needs to make a Netflix mini-series out of these books!!!'' Reader review, 5 starsIn New York City a dark case unfolds. Forensic entomologist Dr Vanessa Marwood is settling into her new role in Manhattan when she''s faced with a chilling case: an Oscar-winning actress has been found dead, poisoned by a glittering hair clip adorned with a live beetle.As a second high-profile death emerges - a fashion designer poisoned by an insect-encrusted watch - shockwaves run through New York''s elite.No stranger to the illegal trade of exotic insects and their use in status jewellery, Vanessa teams up with maverick NYPD detective Ru Hoshino to catch this cruel killer before they strike again. The case quickly unravels the city''s dark underbelly - revealing a world of untouchable power and criminality.When their investigation leads to the home of one of her estranged mother''s old friends, things take an even darker turn for Vanessa, and she will have to face her past to make sense of the terrifying present.Fans of Angela Marsons, Patricia Cornwell and Cara Hunter will be absolutely gripped until the final, breathtaking twist.Readers can''t get enough of Death''s Final Sting! ''Can''t say enough about this blossoming mystery series! Complex and unique plot with solid characters you become enmeshed with.... Can''t wait for the next one!'' Reader review, 5 stars''Awesome second book in this series! I couldn''t wait to read it, and I wasn''t disappointed! ...I had to keep stopping as I read to research the different insects referenced in the story. And since they feature in jewellery pieces, each one was beautiful and fascinating... I absolutely cannot wait for the next instalment!'' Reader review, 5 stars''Whoa pretty creepy!! Great read!! ...great suspense, intriguing, action, murder, mystery, serial killers, a fantastic whodunnit and a few crazy twists and turns!'' Reader review''A page-turning, terrifying, suspenseful book, which will take you on a dramatic ride to the devilishly surprising conclusion'' Reader review, 5 stars''Tracy Buchanan has done it again. Another brilliant book filled with so much knowledge and twists... My mind was truly blown. Death''s Final Sting is a thriller not to be missed'' Reader review, 5 stars''I love this series. Book 2 is even better than the first which I didn''t think possible. The entomology side is such an interesting addition to the investigation process. ...had me hooked and kept me guessing all the way to the end'' Reader review, 5 stars

'Great book and series! This book had shocking suspense... and some crazy twists!' Netgalley reviewer, 5 starsVanessa is chasing the ghosts of her past: but what if she catches up with them? Forensic entomologist Dr Vanessa Marwood isn't in Sydney for the sights. She's hunting for answers - and Detective Finn Harper, renowned cult expert might have them. His expertise could be the key to exposing a shadowy organisation with ties to Vanessa's hometown and the glittering elite of New York.But a few days into her stay, a shocking crime rocks New South Wales - seven bodies are found in an abandoned warehouse, cocooned in expensive Muga silk. It's macabre and ritualistic, and everything points to the insect-obsessed cult Finn has made it his life's work to bring down. Could they be capable of something this sophisticated?Then, three more cult members go missing, and soon the clock is ticking on this unique and horrific case.As the media and police force reach a frenzy, Finn and Vanessa must pool everything they know - and risk their own safety - to find whoever is behind these sick, statement murders, that are only the beginning...Fans of Angela Marsons, Patricia Cornwell and Cara Hunter will be absolutely gripped until the final, breathtaking twist.Readers love Moth to the Flames!'Read it in one afternoon, and already want more' Netgalley review, 5 stars'A ripper of a book!! More please!' Netgalley reviewer, 5 stars'I couldn't put it down. Five stars' Netgalley reviewer, 5 stars'A great series... plenty of twists and turns to keep you hooked... I can't wait to see where the story goes next' Netgalley reviewer, 4 stars'Kept me guessing until the end' Netgalley reviewer, 5 stars'Can't wait for the next installment to come out' Netgalley reviewer, 5 stars

A dark case unfolds in New York CityForensic entomologist Dr Vanessa Marwood is settling into her new role in Manhattan when she's faced with a chilling case: an Oscar-winning actress has been found dead, poisoned by a glittering hair clip adorned with a live beetle.As a second high-profile death emerges - a fashion designer poisoned by an insect-encrusted watch - shockwaves run through New York's elite. No stranger to the illegal trade of exotic insects and their use in status jewellery, Vanessa teams up with maverick NYPD detective Ru Hoshino to catch this cruel killer before they strike again. The case quickly unravels the city's dark underbelly - revealing a world of untouchable power and criminality.When their investigation leads to the home of one of her estranged mother's old friends, things take an even darker turn for Vanessa, and she will have to face her past to make sense of the terrifying present.

Vanessa is chasing the ghosts of her past: what if she catches up with them? Forensic entomologist Dr Vanessa Marwood isn't in Sydney for the sights. She's hunting for answers - and Detective Finn Harper, renowned cult expert might have them. His expertise could be the key to exposing a shadowy organisation with ties to Vanessa's hometown and the glittering elite of New York.But a few days into her stay, a shocking crime rocks New South Wales - seven bodies are found in an abandoned warehouse, cocooned in expensive Muga silk. It's macabre and ritualistic, and everything points to the insect-obsessed cult Finn has made it his life's work to bring down. Could they be capable of something this sophisticated?Then, three more cult members go missing, and soon the clock is ticking on this unique and horrific case.As the media and police force reach a frenzy, Finn and Vanessa must pool everything they know - and risk their own safety - to find whoever is behind these sick, statement murders, that are only the beginning...

In this boxset you will find the first three books in the Dr Vanessa Marwood crime thriller series. Follow Vanessa's nail-biting forensic investigations from bestselling author Tracy Buchanan. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Patricia Cornwell and Cara Hunter.1. Venom in the Blood2. Death's Final Sting 3. Moth to the Flames'A one-of-a-kind sleuth... I cannot wait for book 3! PS - Someone needs to make a Netflix mini-series out of these books!!!' Reader review, 5 stars'Great book and series! This book had shocking suspense... and some crazy twists!' Netgalley reviewer, 5 starsVenom in the Blood:When three bodies are found in the grounds of an old butterfly farm, each with a small cut delicately filled with spider silk, it's clear why Forensic Entomologist Dr Vanessa Harwood is requested on the scene.Can she find her way out of this twisted web before it's too late? Or will what happened twenty years ago finally catch up with her?Death's Final Sting:In New York City a dark case unfolds. Forensic entomologist Dr Vanessa Marwood is settling into her new role in Manhattan when she's faced with a chilling case: an Oscar-winning actress has been found dead, poisoned by a glittering hair clip adorned with a live beetle.Moth to the Flames:Vanessa is chasing the ghosts of her past: but what if she catches up with them?Forensic entomologist Dr Vanessa Marwood isn't in Sydney for the sights. She's hunting for answers - and Detective Finn Harper, renowned cult expert might have them. His expertise could be the key to exposing a shadowy organisation with ties to Vanessa's hometown and the glittering elite of New York.

In this chilling tale from the bestselling author of Wall of Silence, a spark of malice ignites into an inferno of violence. Can one woman uncover the truth before it all goes up in flames?Eager for distraction in the aftermath of her messy divorce, Ellie Mileham dives into moderating the petty squabbles on her local Facebook group. When a prankster starts trolling uptight members, it’s a welcome diversion at first. But then the war of words moves onto the streets of Forest Grove, with threatening letters escalating into violent destruction. It’s suddenly clear there’s something much more dangerous at play.With lives at risk, Ellie delves into the history of Forest Grove and realises the so-called rural paradise has a dark and sinister heart. As she pieces together the puzzle of her own troubled childhood on the edge of the forest, Ellie learns this is not the first time the villagers have been targeted by an anonymous vigilante with an axe to grind…Could the two cases be connected? Ellie is determined to find out. But with everybody watching and nobody quite what they seem, can she uncover the truth before online threats become nightmarish reality?