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Don't miss this shocking psychological thriller by best-selling author J.A. BakerMissing without trace...When local woman Deborah goes missing, her colleagues Adrian, Yvonne and Merriel are all left in shock. Gossip around the office begins to swirl – what could have happened to Deborah? Is she dead or alive? And who could be responsible for her disappearance?Everyone is terrified that they could be next…except the one person who has all the answers. The last person people expect.Because Deborah is being held captive by a monster, a psychopath. But not a stranger… it’s someone she knows all too well…Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on' Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'This book kept me guessing right up until the end with its twisted plot and great characters. A fabulous psychological who-dunnit!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

Don't miss this shocking psychological thriller by best-selling author J.A. BakerMissing without trace...When local woman Deborah goes missing, her colleagues Adrian, Yvonne and Merriel are all left in shock. Gossip around the office begins to swirl – what could have happened to Deborah? Is she dead or alive? And who could be responsible for her disappearance?Everyone is terrified that they could be next…except the one person who has all the answers. The last person people expect.Because Deborah is being held captive by a monster, a psychopath. But not a stranger… it’s someone she knows all too well…Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on' Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'This book kept me guessing right up until the end with its twisted plot and great characters. A fabulous psychological who-dunnit!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

Don't miss this shocking psychological thriller by best-selling author J.A. BakerMissing without trace...When local woman Deborah goes missing, her colleagues Adrian, Yvonne and Merriel are all left in shock. Gossip around the office begins to swirl – what could have happened to Deborah? Is she dead or alive? And who could be responsible for her disappearance?Everyone is terrified that they could be next…except the one person who has all the answers. The last person people expect.Because Deborah is being held captive by a monster, a psychopath. But not a stranger… it’s someone she knows all too well…Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on' Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'This book kept me guessing right up until the end with its twisted plot and great characters. A fabulous psychological who-dunnit!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

A gripping thriller from best-selling author J.A. Baker!Welcome to Winters End...Winters End should have been the perfect place for me and my husband Neil to start again. To leave the terrible secrets and guilt of our past far behind us.But from the moment we arrived in the small, isolated community, it becomes clear to me that we are not welcome here. That someone wants us to leave…I’m certain that everyone knows our secrets – knows who we really are. But how can that be?Perhaps it’s my mind playing tricks on me. Just like before.I know Neil thinks I'm paranoid. My thoughts spiralling. Again.If only I had someone else to talk to. Another woman to confide in.And that’s when I realise something far more terrifying.I am the only wife at Winters End…and I could be the last…Don't miss the brand-new thriller by J.A. Baker! Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A who-done-it that speeds towards a roller coaster of a gripping finale. Excellent' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

A gripping thriller from best-selling author J.A. Baker!Welcome to Winters End...Winters End should have been the perfect place for me and my husband Neil to start again. To leave the terrible secrets and guilt of our past far behind us.But from the moment we arrived in the small, isolated community, it becomes clear to me that we are not welcome here. That someone wants us to leave…I’m certain that everyone knows our secrets – knows who we really are. But how can that be?Perhaps it’s my mind playing tricks on me. Just like before.I know Neil thinks I'm paranoid. My thoughts spiralling. Again.If only I had someone else to talk to. Another woman to confide in.And that’s when I realise something far more terrifying.I am the only wife at Winters End…and I could be the last…Don't miss the brand-new thriller by J.A. Baker! Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A who-done-it that speeds towards a roller coaster of a gripping finale. Excellent' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

A gripping thriller from best-selling author J.A. Baker!Welcome to Winters End...Winters End should have been the perfect place for me and my husband Neil to start again. To leave the terrible secrets and guilt of our past far behind us.But from the moment we arrived in the small, isolated community, it becomes clear to me that we are not welcome here. That someone wants us to leave…I’m certain that everyone knows our secrets – knows who we really are. But how can that be?Perhaps it’s my mind playing tricks on me. Just like before.I know Neil thinks I'm paranoid. My thoughts spiralling. Again.If only I had someone else to talk to. Another woman to confide in.And that’s when I realise something far more terrifying.I am the only wife at Winters End…and I could be the last…Don't miss the brand-new thriller by J.A. Baker! Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A who-done-it that speeds towards a roller coaster of a gripping finale. Excellent' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

Prepare to be hooked by the gripping new psychological thriller by bestselling author J.A.Baker!** I am safe here, in my cottage in the woods where no one knows me or my real name. All is peaceful and calm and the real world can’t hurt me – because I know how cruel it can be.**But then I see her again. I see her pale, white face. Watching me. Taunting me. And then the notes begin to appear.I know who you really are… I know what you did…All of a sudden, the walls of my cottage feel like a prison, the peaceful woods around me a maze that will trap me forever.Who is this woman? What does she want?Does she know what happened during that boiling hot summer of 1976 when I made my terrible mistake. And if so, how?So many questions paralysing me with fear. One thing I do know.She must be stopped.Don't miss the brand-new thriller by J.A. Baker! Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'I was gripped from the beginning till the end and I found it hard to put it down, especially as its full with great twists and turns throughout that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

Prepare to be hooked by the gripping new psychological thriller by bestselling author J.A.Baker!** I am safe here, in my cottage in the woods where no one knows me or my real name. All is peaceful and calm and the real world can’t hurt me – because I know how cruel it can be.**But then I see her again. I see her pale, white face. Watching me. Taunting me. And then the notes begin to appear.I know who you really are… I know what you did…All of a sudden, the walls of my cottage feel like a prison, the peaceful woods around me a maze that will trap me forever.Who is this woman? What does she want?Does she know what happened during that boiling hot summer of 1976 when I made my terrible mistake. And if so, how?So many questions paralysing me with fear. One thing I do know.She must be stopped.Don't miss the brand-new thriller by J.A. Baker! Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'I was gripped from the beginning till the end and I found it hard to put it down, especially as its full with great twists and turns throughout that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

Prepare to be hooked by the gripping new psychological thriller by bestselling author J.A.Baker!** I am safe here, in my cottage in the woods where no one knows me or my real name. All is peaceful and calm and the real world can’t hurt me – because I know how cruel it can be.**But then I see her again. I see her pale, white face. Watching me. Taunting me. And then the notes begin to appear.I know who you really are… I know what you did…All of a sudden, the walls of my cottage feel like a prison, the peaceful woods around me a maze that will trap me forever.Who is this woman? What does she want?Does she know what happened during that boiling hot summer of 1976 when I made my terrible mistake. And if so, how?So many questions paralysing me with fear. One thing I do know.She must be stopped.Don't miss the brand-new thriller by J.A. Baker! Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'I was gripped from the beginning till the end and I found it hard to put it down, especially as its full with great twists and turns throughout that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

This summer's must-read psychological thriller from bestselling author J.A. Baker.Esther lost her husband, Julian, and her children, Harriet and Dexter, in a car accident and is struggling with her grief.Spurred on by her own loneliness and a need to make amends for not being able to save her own children, Esther takes it upon herself to watch the woman who lives at number 19..But when unexplainable incidents begin to happen in Esther’s house, she begins to fear for her own safety.Meanwhile, over at number 19, the woman’s behaviour is becoming more explosive and unpredictable.As Esther starts to lose her grip on reality, her world begins to unravel.Just who is this strange woman at number 19?And why is Esther so obsessed with her?J.A. Baker is the internationally bestselling author of psychological thrillers, including The Other Mother and Local Girl Missing. The Woman at Number 19 is a twisting and utterly compelling psychological suspense, perfect for fans of authors like S.E. Lynes, K.L. Slater and Lucy Dawson.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'So many novels are labelled nail-biting that I generally approach them with a pinch of salt - not this one, oh my goodness, prepare yourselves for a roller-coaster ride! I had no idea what was going to happen, each of my attempts at guessing was quickly blown away by yet another twist' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease note this is a re-issue of The Woman at Number 19.

This summer's must-read psychological thriller from bestselling author J.A. Baker.Esther lost her husband, Julian, and her children, Harriet and Dexter, in a car accident and is struggling with her grief.Spurred on by her own loneliness and a need to make amends for not being able to save her own children, Esther takes it upon herself to watch the woman who lives at number 19..But when unexplainable incidents begin to happen in Esther’s house, she begins to fear for her own safety.Meanwhile, over at number 19, the woman’s behaviour is becoming more explosive and unpredictable.As Esther starts to lose her grip on reality, her world begins to unravel.Just who is this strange woman at number 19?And why is Esther so obsessed with her?J.A. Baker is the internationally bestselling author of psychological thrillers, including The Other Mother and Local Girl Missing. The Woman at Number 19 is a twisting and utterly compelling psychological suspense, perfect for fans of authors like S.E. Lynes, K.L. Slater and Lucy Dawson.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'So many novels are labelled nail-biting that I generally approach them with a pinch of salt - not this one, oh my goodness, prepare yourselves for a roller-coaster ride! I had no idea what was going to happen, each of my attempts at guessing was quickly blown away by yet another twist' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease note this is a re-issue of The Woman at Number 19.

This summer's must-read psychological thriller from bestselling author J.A. Baker.Esther lost her husband, Julian, and her children, Harriet and Dexter, in a car accident and is struggling with her grief.Spurred on by her own loneliness and a need to make amends for not being able to save her own children, Esther takes it upon herself to watch the woman who lives at number 19..But when unexplainable incidents begin to happen in Esther’s house, she begins to fear for her own safety.Meanwhile, over at number 19, the woman’s behaviour is becoming more explosive and unpredictable.As Esther starts to lose her grip on reality, her world begins to unravel.Just who is this strange woman at number 19?And why is Esther so obsessed with her?J.A. Baker is the internationally bestselling author of psychological thrillers, including The Other Mother and Local Girl Missing. The Woman at Number 19 is a twisting and utterly compelling psychological suspense, perfect for fans of authors like S.E. Lynes, K.L. Slater and Lucy Dawson.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'So many novels are labelled nail-biting that I generally approach them with a pinch of salt - not this one, oh my goodness, prepare yourselves for a roller-coaster ride! I had no idea what was going to happen, each of my attempts at guessing was quickly blown away by yet another twist' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease note this is a re-issue of The Woman at Number 19.

A shocking psychological thriller from bestselling author, J.A. Baker!Three troubled women. One deadly secret.Lissy and her daughter, Rosie, live a quiet life and keep themselves to themselves. But when shocking events at Rosie’s school are revealed, their peaceful existence is shattered.Meanwhile, middle-aged women Erica and Beverley appear to have perfect lives, but behind closed doors, things are not all as they seem.All three women are tied together by a terrible secret from their past – the murder of a child. And one of the women is to blame.But is the person responsible the same person who was blamed all those years ago?As the truth slowly begins to surface, it becomes clear that one of the women has revenge in their sights...Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story, expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'A psychological thriller that when you finish you realise what a clever, clever read it is. Full of twists, suspense and intrigue, just the ingredients you need in a gripping psychological thriller' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease note this is a reissue of The Other Mother by J.A. Baker.

A shocking psychological thriller from bestselling author, J.A. Baker!Three troubled women. One deadly secret.Lissy and her daughter, Rosie, live a quiet life and keep themselves to themselves. But when shocking events at Rosie’s school are revealed, their peaceful existence is shattered.Meanwhile, middle-aged women Erica and Beverley appear to have perfect lives, but behind closed doors, things are not all as they seem.All three women are tied together by a terrible secret from their past – the murder of a child. And one of the women is to blame.But is the person responsible the same person who was blamed all those years ago?As the truth slowly begins to surface, it becomes clear that one of the women has revenge in their sights...Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story, expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'A psychological thriller that when you finish you realise what a clever, clever read it is. Full of twists, suspense and intrigue, just the ingredients you need in a gripping psychological thriller' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease note this is a reissue of The Other Mother by J.A. Baker.

A shocking psychological thriller from bestselling author, J.A. Baker!Three troubled women. One deadly secret.Lissy and her daughter, Rosie, live a quiet life and keep themselves to themselves. But when shocking events at Rosie’s school are revealed, their peaceful existence is shattered.Meanwhile, middle-aged women Erica and Beverley appear to have perfect lives, but behind closed doors, things are not all as they seem.All three women are tied together by a terrible secret from their past – the murder of a child. And one of the women is to blame.But is the person responsible the same person who was blamed all those years ago?As the truth slowly begins to surface, it becomes clear that one of the women has revenge in their sights...Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story, expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'A psychological thriller that when you finish you realise what a clever, clever read it is. Full of twists, suspense and intrigue, just the ingredients you need in a gripping psychological thriller' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease note this is a reissue of The Other Mother by J.A. Baker.

A brilliant psychological thriller by bestselling author J.A. BakerAfter spending her childhood in care, Eva is desperate to find her birth parents and to get some closure on her difficult past.And so she finishes her relationship with boyfriend Gareth, leaves her home in London, and heads to Whitby in search of the family she has never known.But Eva’s close friend, Celia is worried. Eva has stopped answering her calls and when Celia travels to London to speak to her she realises Eva has moved without telling anyone. Both women have been badly damaged by their childhoods, and Celia makes the decision to follow Eva to Whitby, concerned that Eva is unravelling....Gareth, furious that Eva ended things the way she did also decides to go in search of his missing girlfriend. But it is the start of a lethal situation.But who exactly is Eva and why is Celia so concerned about her friend?Some relationships are toxic. Others are deadly.J.A. Baker is the bestselling author of The Woman at Number 19 and Local Girl Missing. The Toxic Friend is a gripping and twisty psychological thriller perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story, expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'A dark and twisty plot that kept me on the edge of my seat throughout' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease note this book was previously published as Finding Eva

A brilliant psychological thriller by bestselling author J.A. BakerAfter spending her childhood in care, Eva is desperate to find her birth parents and to get some closure on her difficult past.And so she finishes her relationship with boyfriend Gareth, leaves her home in London, and heads to Whitby in search of the family she has never known.But Eva’s close friend, Celia is worried. Eva has stopped answering her calls and when Celia travels to London to speak to her she realises Eva has moved without telling anyone. Both women have been badly damaged by their childhoods, and Celia makes the decision to follow Eva to Whitby, concerned that Eva is unravelling....Gareth, furious that Eva ended things the way she did also decides to go in search of his missing girlfriend. But it is the start of a lethal situation.But who exactly is Eva and why is Celia so concerned about her friend?Some relationships are toxic. Others are deadly.J.A. Baker is the bestselling author of The Woman at Number 19 and Local Girl Missing. The Toxic Friend is a gripping and twisty psychological thriller perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story, expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'A dark and twisty plot that kept me on the edge of my seat throughout' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease note this book was previously published as Finding Eva

A brilliant psychological thriller by bestselling author J.A. BakerAfter spending her childhood in care, Eva is desperate to find her birth parents and to get some closure on her difficult past.And so she finishes her relationship with boyfriend Gareth, leaves her home in London, and heads to Whitby in search of the family she has never known.But Eva’s close friend, Celia is worried. Eva has stopped answering her calls and when Celia travels to London to speak to her she realises Eva has moved without telling anyone. Both women have been badly damaged by their childhoods, and Celia makes the decision to follow Eva to Whitby, concerned that Eva is unravelling....Gareth, furious that Eva ended things the way she did also decides to go in search of his missing girlfriend. But it is the start of a lethal situation.But who exactly is Eva and why is Celia so concerned about her friend?Some relationships are toxic. Others are deadly.J.A. Baker is the bestselling author of The Woman at Number 19 and Local Girl Missing. The Toxic Friend is a gripping and twisty psychological thriller perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story, expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'A dark and twisty plot that kept me on the edge of my seat throughout' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease note this book was previously published as Finding Eva

A gripping psychological thriller by bestselling author J.A. Baker!Chamber Cottage holds many dark secrets...Struggling to overcome their marital problems, Alec and Peggy hoped their new life at Chamber cottage would be the retreat they both needed to recover. Both damaged by issues from their childhoods, they are trying to get on with their lives as best they can, but they can’t help feeling that they are being watched….Peggy, already paranoid because of the terrible scars that mark her face, becomes even more agoraphobic and retreat further into the stone walls of the cottage, hoping it will keep her safe.Then Peggy discovers that her estranged mother is stalking her and Alec, claiming she has a dark secret that is putting Peggy’s life in danger. And now Peggy doesn’t know who to trust…What caused the scars on Peggy’s face? Is Alec really the monster Peggy’s mother believes him to be? And what secrets does Chamber Cottage hold?J.A. Baker is the bestselling author of The Woman at Number 19 and Local Girl Missing. The Retreat is a gripping and twisty psychological thriller which will appeal to fans of authors like SE Lynes and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'Wow what a story. Just couldn't put it down. One of the best psychological thrillers I have read' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease note this is a re-issue of The Retreat by J.A. Baker

A gripping psychological thriller by bestselling author J.A. Baker!Chamber Cottage holds many dark secrets...Struggling to overcome their marital problems, Alec and Peggy hoped their new life at Chamber cottage would be the retreat they both needed to recover. Both damaged by issues from their childhoods, they are trying to get on with their lives as best they can, but they can’t help feeling that they are being watched….Peggy, already paranoid because of the terrible scars that mark her face, becomes even more agoraphobic and retreat further into the stone walls of the cottage, hoping it will keep her safe.Then Peggy discovers that her estranged mother is stalking her and Alec, claiming she has a dark secret that is putting Peggy’s life in danger. And now Peggy doesn’t know who to trust…What caused the scars on Peggy’s face? Is Alec really the monster Peggy’s mother believes him to be? And what secrets does Chamber Cottage hold?J.A. Baker is the bestselling author of The Woman at Number 19 and Local Girl Missing. The Retreat is a gripping and twisty psychological thriller which will appeal to fans of authors like SE Lynes and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'Wow what a story. Just couldn't put it down. One of the best psychological thrillers I have read' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease note this is a re-issue of The Retreat by J.A. Baker

A gripping psychological thriller by bestselling author J.A. Baker!Chamber Cottage holds many dark secrets...Struggling to overcome their marital problems, Alec and Peggy hoped their new life at Chamber cottage would be the retreat they both needed to recover. Both damaged by issues from their childhoods, they are trying to get on with their lives as best they can, but they can’t help feeling that they are being watched….Peggy, already paranoid because of the terrible scars that mark her face, becomes even more agoraphobic and retreat further into the stone walls of the cottage, hoping it will keep her safe.Then Peggy discovers that her estranged mother is stalking her and Alec, claiming she has a dark secret that is putting Peggy’s life in danger. And now Peggy doesn’t know who to trust…What caused the scars on Peggy’s face? Is Alec really the monster Peggy’s mother believes him to be? And what secrets does Chamber Cottage hold?J.A. Baker is the bestselling author of The Woman at Number 19 and Local Girl Missing. The Retreat is a gripping and twisty psychological thriller which will appeal to fans of authors like SE Lynes and K.L. Slater.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'Wow what a story. Just couldn't put it down. One of the best psychological thrillers I have read' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease note this is a re-issue of The Retreat by J.A. Baker

Looking for a psychological drama which will have you gripped? Then you will love the unmissable The Intruder from best-selling author J.A. BakerA fragile woman. An unwelcome intruder. A house full of secretsFaye and her husband Hugh have had a traumatic year. Wanting to start again, the couple decides to move to Cross House, hoping to leave the past behind them.However, the tranquillity of Cross House is soon ruined when Faye begins to wake, every night, to the sound of somebody creeping around the bedroom. She tries to explain it to Hugh, frightened for the safety of their children, but Hugh dismisses her claims, thinking she is heading for another breakdown.Obsessed with finding answers, Faye uncovers secrets about the Wentworth family who lived in the house before them. But when she discovers the tragic fate of the Wentworths, Faye starts to wonder if the intruder might be closer to home than she first thought. And if so, Faye could be in mortal danger…J.A. Baker is the best-selling author of Local Girl Missing, The Last wife and The Woman in the Woods.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'It's a mixture of suspense and the supernatural! Fast paced and made my heart race as it neared the end!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease Note, this book was previously published as The Uninvited

Looking for a psychological drama which will have you gripped? Then you will love the unmissable The Intruder from best-selling author J.A. BakerA fragile woman. An unwelcome intruder. A house full of secretsFaye and her husband Hugh have had a traumatic year. Wanting to start again, the couple decides to move to Cross House, hoping to leave the past behind them.However, the tranquillity of Cross House is soon ruined when Faye begins to wake, every night, to the sound of somebody creeping around the bedroom. She tries to explain it to Hugh, frightened for the safety of their children, but Hugh dismisses her claims, thinking she is heading for another breakdown.Obsessed with finding answers, Faye uncovers secrets about the Wentworth family who lived in the house before them. But when she discovers the tragic fate of the Wentworths, Faye starts to wonder if the intruder might be closer to home than she first thought. And if so, Faye could be in mortal danger…J.A. Baker is the best-selling author of Local Girl Missing, The Last wife and The Woman in the Woods.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'It's a mixture of suspense and the supernatural! Fast paced and made my heart race as it neared the end!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease Note, this book was previously published as The Uninvited

Looking for a psychological drama which will have you gripped? Then you will love the unmissable The Intruder from best-selling author J.A. BakerA fragile woman. An unwelcome intruder. A house full of secretsFaye and her husband Hugh have had a traumatic year. Wanting to start again, the couple decides to move to Cross House, hoping to leave the past behind them.However, the tranquillity of Cross House is soon ruined when Faye begins to wake, every night, to the sound of somebody creeping around the bedroom. She tries to explain it to Hugh, frightened for the safety of their children, but Hugh dismisses her claims, thinking she is heading for another breakdown.Obsessed with finding answers, Faye uncovers secrets about the Wentworth family who lived in the house before them. But when she discovers the tragic fate of the Wentworths, Faye starts to wonder if the intruder might be closer to home than she first thought. And if so, Faye could be in mortal danger…J.A. Baker is the best-selling author of Local Girl Missing, The Last wife and The Woman in the Woods.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'It's a mixture of suspense and the supernatural! Fast paced and made my heart race as it neared the end!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease Note, this book was previously published as The Uninvited

Looking for a psychological drama which will have you gripped? Then you will love the unmissable The Stranger from best-selling author J.A. BakerA village shrouded in mystery. Secrets buried deep....When Ray moves to a new house in the village of Whitchurch, he wants nothing more than to leave the pain of his old life behind and start a better life in the countryside. The locals might be wary of him at first, but Ray soon realises that sleepy Whitchurch has its own fair share of problems. Last year, a woman’s body was found in the woods nearby. The killer was never caught.Soon, more suspicious things start to happen. Threatening letters are sent, cars are vandalised and headstones are desecrated. But who is responsible for these acts and why?As the tension in the village builds, Ray begins to feel the pressure too. Someone is out to cause trouble, and that someone might be closer to Ray than he ever imagined.** J.A. Baker is the best-selling author of multiple thrillers, including Local Girl Missing, The Last Wife and The Woman in the Woods The Stranger is a gripping psychological thriller which will appeal to fans of authors like Shalini Boland, K.L. Slater and Rachel Abbott.**Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'The twists in this book are very cleverly written and kept me guessing all the way through. I'd just think I knew who was behind all the sinister goings on when something would be thrown at me that completely shattered my thinking' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease Note, this book was previously published as The Cleansing

Looking for a psychological drama which will have you gripped? Then you will love the unmissable The Stranger from best-selling author J.A. BakerA village shrouded in mystery. Secrets buried deep....When Ray moves to a new house in the village of Whitchurch, he wants nothing more than to leave the pain of his old life behind and start a better life in the countryside. The locals might be wary of him at first, but Ray soon realises that sleepy Whitchurch has its own fair share of problems. Last year, a woman’s body was found in the woods nearby. The killer was never caught.Soon, more suspicious things start to happen. Threatening letters are sent, cars are vandalised and headstones are desecrated. But who is responsible for these acts and why?As the tension in the village builds, Ray begins to feel the pressure too. Someone is out to cause trouble, and that someone might be closer to Ray than he ever imagined.** J.A. Baker is the best-selling author of multiple thrillers, including Local Girl Missing, The Last Wife and The Woman in the Woods The Stranger is a gripping psychological thriller which will appeal to fans of authors like Shalini Boland, K.L. Slater and Rachel Abbott.**Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'The twists in this book are very cleverly written and kept me guessing all the way through. I'd just think I knew who was behind all the sinister goings on when something would be thrown at me that completely shattered my thinking' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease Note, this book was previously published as The Cleansing

Looking for a psychological drama which will have you gripped? Then you will love the unmissable The Stranger from best-selling author J.A. BakerA village shrouded in mystery. Secrets buried deep....When Ray moves to a new house in the village of Whitchurch, he wants nothing more than to leave the pain of his old life behind and start a better life in the countryside. The locals might be wary of him at first, but Ray soon realises that sleepy Whitchurch has its own fair share of problems. Last year, a woman’s body was found in the woods nearby. The killer was never caught.Soon, more suspicious things start to happen. Threatening letters are sent, cars are vandalised and headstones are desecrated. But who is responsible for these acts and why?As the tension in the village builds, Ray begins to feel the pressure too. Someone is out to cause trouble, and that someone might be closer to Ray than he ever imagined.** J.A. Baker is the best-selling author of multiple thrillers, including Local Girl Missing, The Last Wife and The Woman in the Woods The Stranger is a gripping psychological thriller which will appeal to fans of authors like Shalini Boland, K.L. Slater and Rachel Abbott.**Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'The twists in this book are very cleverly written and kept me guessing all the way through. I'd just think I knew who was behind all the sinister goings on when something would be thrown at me that completely shattered my thinking' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease Note, this book was previously published as The Cleansing

Looking for a psychological drama which will have you gripped? Then you will love the unmissable The Quiet One from best-selling author J.A. Baker!Can you ever escape the past?Stella and her partner Wade appear to have the perfect life. They have a lovely home and Stella loves her job as a teacher in a local secondary school. But when Stella starts to receive a series of threatening letters, her life takes a sinister turn.Determined to find out who is behind the threats, Stella is forced to examine her own dark past. And all evidence points to a man with whom she had a one-night stand. A man Wade knows nothing about…Deciding to confront him, Stella discovers the man knows nothing about the letters, forcing her to look even closer to home and a secret she had hoped would stay hidden.Meanwhile, the threats escalate and Stella fears her perfect life is about to come crashing down.But who is behind the campaign of hate and why?Stella is about to find out…J.A. Baker is the best-selling author of Local Girl Missing, The Last wife and The Woman in the Woods.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'Another gripping story from JA Baker. What a twist to get your head round and an ending that leaves you wanting more pages!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease Note, this book was previously published as The Girl I Used To Be

Looking for a psychological drama which will have you gripped? Then you will love the unmissable The Quiet One from best-selling author J.A. Baker!Can you ever escape the past?Stella and her partner Wade appear to have the perfect life. They have a lovely home and Stella loves her job as a teacher in a local secondary school. But when Stella starts to receive a series of threatening letters, her life takes a sinister turn.Determined to find out who is behind the threats, Stella is forced to examine her own dark past. And all evidence points to a man with whom she had a one-night stand. A man Wade knows nothing about…Deciding to confront him, Stella discovers the man knows nothing about the letters, forcing her to look even closer to home and a secret she had hoped would stay hidden.Meanwhile, the threats escalate and Stella fears her perfect life is about to come crashing down.But who is behind the campaign of hate and why?Stella is about to find out…J.A. Baker is the best-selling author of Local Girl Missing, The Last wife and The Woman in the Woods.Praise for J.A. Baker:'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on’ Valerie Keogh'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Diana Wilkinson'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings…with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Amanda James'I read this story in a single day. Once you begin, it's difficult to put it down. 5 stars from me!' L.H. Stacey'Another gripping story from JA Baker. What a twist to get your head round and an ending that leaves you wanting more pages!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease Note, this book was previously published as The Girl I Used To Be