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‘Great characters, great plot and a totally dazzling finish… Wonderful.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 starsOxford, 1961A family day out at Briar’s Hall ends in tragedy when a young boy goes missing – and his body is found at the bottom of a disused well in the orchard.It looks like a simple case of an eleven-year-old exploring where he shouldn’t: a tragic accident. But Coroner Clement Ryder and Probationary WPC Trudy Loveday aren’t convinced. If Eddie had been climbing and fallen, why were there no cuts or dirt on his hands? Why would a boy terrified of heights be around a well at all?Clement and Trudy are determined to get to the truth, but the more they dig into Briar’s Hall and the mysterious de Lacey family who live there, the murkier things become.Could it be that poor Eddie’s death was murder? There are rumours of blackmail in the village, and Clement and Trudy have a horrible feeling that Eddie stumbled on a secret that someone was willing to kill for…Fans of Betty Rowlands, Agatha Christie and Faith Martin’s DI Hillary Greene series will not want to miss this!Readers LOVE A Fatal Secret!‘A brilliant book! This is Faith Martin at her scintillating best!… A cracking good read… Highly recommend this book and I give it a delighted 5 stars!’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars‘Gripping suspense that will have you on the edge of your seat. I was hooked from page one.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars‘Great plot, excellent main characters and I read it in one sitting! I would highly recommend this book.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars‘Gripping… Crime-busting nostalgia at its very best.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 starsThe Ryder and Loveday Series Book 1: A FATAL OBSESSION Book 2: A FATAL MISTAKE Book 3: A FATAL FLAW Book 4: A FATAL SECRET

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The breathtakingly twisty new thriller – guaranteed to shock and surpriseI’m alive. But I can’t be saved . . .When a woman’s body is found submerged in icy water, police are shocked to find she is alive. But she won’t disclose her name, or what happened to her – even when a second body is discovered. And then she disappears from her hospital bed.Detectives Adrian Miles and Imogen Grey follow their only lead to the home of the Corrigans, looking for answers. But the more they dig into the couple’s lives, the less they understand about them.What’s their connection to the body in the river?Why have other people they know been hurt, or vanished?And can they discover the dark truth of their marriage before it’s too late?Smart, shocking and twisty – perfect for fans of Cara Hunter and Karin Slaughter.Readers love Woman in the Water…‘Left me speechless’ ***** Reader Review‘So many twists and turns. It kept me on the edge of my seat!’ ***** Reader Review‘A fantastic author and queen of shocking twists!’ ***** Reader Review‘One of the year’s best books’ ***** Reader Review

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‘Hugely confident … harrowing, visceral … recommended’ Ian Rankin‘Kept me hooked’ Angela Marsons‘An excellent read’ Martina Cole'Gritty, dark and chilling’ Mel SherrattA dark and gripping debut crime novel – the first in a stunning series – from a huge new talent.The killer is just getting started…When three wife beaters are themselves found beaten to death, DC Maggie Jamieson knows she is facing her toughest case yet.The police suspect that Probation Officer Lucy Sherwood – who is connected to all three victims – is hiding a dark secret. Then a fourth domestic abuser is brutally murdered.And he is Lucy’s husband.Now the police are running out of time, but can Maggie really believe her friend Lucy is a cold-blooded killer?

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He ‘died’ to save the woman he loved.Faking his death was the only way for Adam Parish to stay alive. But when he’s reunited with the woman he left behind, Adam knows they’re both in danger. Yet Chelsea Pierce doesn’t remember him—or that she’s carrying his child

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A horrific car crash has devastated Helen Pengilly’s family. Her daughter in a coma – and her husband Michael is missing.Alone and terrified, Helen’s memory is dragged back to that day 22 years ago. To protect their family, Helen and Michael both said they would forget what happened. But now it seems that there is someone who will stop at nothing to make them remember…ONE DIED… WHO LIED? Don’t miss this gripping, heart-wrenching thriller – perfect for fans of C.L. Taylor, Claire Douglas and Erin Kinsley. What readers are saying:‘addictive and powerful’‘A cleverly crafted thriller with a unique story’‘A heart-wrenching story of grief, guilt and family, and the extreme lengths you’ll go to save those you love’‘A real page-turner’

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'I Dare You is a compulsive read with a heart-stopping twist' Fabulous MagazineAN INNOCENT GAME. A SHOCKING CRIME. A COMMUNITY FULL OF SECRETS.Mapledon, 1989 Two little girls were out playing a game of dares. Only one returned home. The ten-year-old told police what she saw: village loner Bill ‘Creepy’ Cawley dragged her friend into his truck and disappeared. No body was found, but her testimony sent Cawley to prison for murder. An open and shut case, the right man behind bars. The village could sleep safe once again.Now… Anna thought she had left Mapledon and her nightmares behind but a distraught phone call brings her back to face her past. 30 years ago, someone lied. 30 years ago, the man convicted wasn’t the only guilty party. Now he’s out of prison and looking for revenge. The question is, who will he start with?Readers love I Dare You!‘An emotional story with lots of unexpected events and multiple twists. I would give more than 5 stars if I could!’ *****‘There's nothing better than when a book totally throws you at the end, and that's what this one did!’ *****‘A wild ride through a small town as the reader is brought into an everlasting amount of suspense!’ *****Praise for Sam Carrington from your favourite authors!‘A kick-ass page turner … I was knocked senseless by the awesome twist.’ John Marrs, author of The One and When You Disappeared‘Engrossing psychological suspense … it had me hooked!’ Emma Curtis, author of The Night You Left‘Expertly written … with plentiful twists and unforgettable characters.’ Caroline Mitchell, author of Silent Victim and The Secret Child‘A pacy read, packed with surprises. Will keep you on your toes.’ Jane Corry, author of I Looked Away and My Husband’s Wife‘A gripping read which moved at a head-spinning pace … I simply couldn't put this book down.’ Claire Allan, author of Her Name was Rose

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Between an Idaho snowstorm and a killer on the loose, this cowboy has his work cut out for himEver since beautifiul city-girl Sierra Hyde arrived on his doorstep, Pike Hastings’s quiet Idaho ranch life has become a chaotic swirl of deception, murder—and unbelievable attraction. Sierra, who’s a much better private investigator than country girl, needs Pike’s help to unravel the truth behind too many mysteries. As the evidence builds, this rugged cowboy finds himself willing to do whatever it takes to both keep Sierra safe and convince her to stay by his side. But trying to tame her independent spirit is harder than wrangling a calf. Though not as hard as it'll be to get her out of his heart when she no longer needs his protection…

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A lawman and a woman from his past must battle the Colorado wildness if they're to outwit a terrorist…Shocked and angry to find his ex-fiancée hooked up with the domestic terrorist he's after, special agent Travis Steadman rescues Leah Carlisle—and then arrests her as an accomplice. But Leah claims leaving him for the terrorist was not the betrayal it seemed. Fleeing into Colorado's mountain wilderness with the ruthless gang in hot pursuit, Travis leads Leah on a grueling trek to safety. Their ordeal leaves him in awe of her strength and resourcefulness—and quickly sparks rekindled passion. Attraction aside, the sexy lawman knows he has to forget the past and put his trust in Leah. It might be the only way to bring down a killer.

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A cult, a missing infant… And a fearless lawmanTo prove her sister’s murder, Michelle Munson infiltrates the cult led by Daniel Metwater. But when her baby disappears, Michelle knows she's too close to their secrets and turns to Ethan Reynolds. This lawman will fight to protect the woman he loves…

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Ambush at Dry GulchJake Dalton believes in worthy causes—like opening his Texas ranch to inner city kids for the summer. But there’s catch…that involves a woman. Dedicated do-gooder Carolina Lambert can hold her own against any man . . . Jake included. Except now someone with a nasty grudge who’s been waiting for the perfect moment to strike has the beautiful widow in his sights.R.J. Dalton’s estranged son is the last man on earth Carolina wants to trust with her life. But the rugged single father is sworn to keep her safe. As passion ignites—and a killer closes in—Carolina and Jake may lose their chance at a love neither expected to find again.

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