"Empires don't need kings. They need queens.
Freshly paroled from Holloway Prison, Pearl Armstrong returns to Soho not for nostalgia - but to reclaim the empire she built with blood, cunning and grit.
Her sons, Kristian and Daniel, have turned the Armstrong legacy into a shadow of its former self: crumbling clubs, unpaid debts and dangerous alliances. The Oyster Club, once a symbol of power and precision, teeters towards ruin - and now the vultures are circling.
In a city where loyalty is scarce and betrayal lurks in every shadow, Pearl must outthink, outfight and outlast a generation chasing flashbulbs over discipline. As old scores collide with new threats, she'll learn the hardest lesson of all: empires aren't inherited - they're seized, one brutal move at a time.
And Pearl is still a queen with many more moves left...
'A gritty powerful story. A must read for fans of gangland crime' Bestselling author Kerry Kaya
'The characters were so real I'm still looking over my shoulder!' Bestselling author Owen Mullen"
"The addictive action-packed gangland thriller from Gillian Godden!
Flawed, tough, unbreakable....
In the aftermath of her husband's shocking murder, Patsy Diamond wants answers. Who was Nick really? Where is all his money? And who killed the man she once loved? Patsy knows exactly who to go to first - Nick's pregnant mistress, Natasha.
Natasha might seem young and innocent, but Patsy's certain the girl is hiding something. And the only way to find out what is to keep Natasha close and make her part of the Diamond family.
With the two women forming an unlikely bond, they begin to dig deeper into Nick's secret life and discover things that shock...and terrify them.
Because Nick Diamond played a deadly game and if the women in his life want payback, then they are going to have to follow his rules - or break them and make their own.
But the strongest diamonds are created under pressure and these women are no exception...
Don't miss this brilliant new gangland story from Gillian Godden - guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat! Perfect for fans of Kimberley Chambers, Heather Atkinson and Caz Finlay.
What people are saying about Gillian Godden!
'A gritty powerful story. A must read for fans of gangland crime' Bestselling author Kerry Kaya
'The characters were so real I'm still looking over my shoulder!' Bestselling author Owen Mullen
'Exciting, breathtaking and absolutely fantastic' Reader Review
'If you are looking for a great gangland, family drama series these books are for you!' Reader Review
'A fast and riveting book that will keep you burning the midnight oil!! Highly recommended' Reader Review"
"A gritty powerful story. A must read for fans of gangland crime' -Bestselling author Kerry Kaya
Bold, daring and ruthless, Tony Lambrianu is now the main player in London's sleazy but lucrative underworld.
As the boss of a high-end nightclub in the West End and with a never-ending string of gorgeous women on his arm, Tony is the darling of the tabloids. However, despite his success, the little boy who lived on the streets is never far away.
Desperate for respect, he's driven to achieve more and more. Most of all, he craves the acceptance of Ralph Gold and to become a bigger part of his extensive web of organised crime.
Fearlessly facing up to enemies, winning battles and becoming the undisputed boss of the London underworld can be a nasty business, but it's the only business Tony knows. And he'll stop at nothing to succeed!
Don't miss this brilliant new gangland story from Gillian Godden - guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat! Perfect for fans of Kimberley Chambers, Heather Atkinson and Caz Finlay.
What people are saying about Gillian Godden!
'A gritty powerful story. A must read for fans of gangland crime' Bestselling author Kerry Kaya
'The characters were so real I'm still looking over my shoulder!' Bestselling author Owen Mullen
'Exciting, breathtaking and absolutely fantastic' Reader Review
'If you are looking for a great gangland, family drama series these books are for you!' Reader Review
'A fast and riveting book that will keep you burning the midnight oil!! Highly recommended' Reader Review
Please note, this is a re-release of Nasty Business previously published by Gillian Godden"
"A BRAND NEW gripping gangland thriller from Gillian Godden!
Alex Silva has done his time. Now, he just wants a fresh start.
After years behind bars, Alex is finally free and determined to go straight. No more trouble, no more deals-just a clean slate for him and his family and a legit life running his old pub. But the streets don't forget, and neither do old enemies.
Coming home isn't the reunion he hoped for. With his daughter Deana missing, Alex discovers the kids have dragged the wrong kind of trouble to his doorstep. A turf war is brewing and for the first time in his life, Alex is on the losing side.
Now Alex has a choice: stand by and watch everything fall apart, or go back to the men he betrayed-the ones who won't let him walk away twice.
Either way, his new life might be over before it even begins...
Readers love Gillian Godden:
'A gritty powerful story. A must read for fans of gangland crime' Bestselling author Kerry Kaya
'The characters were so real I'm still looking over my shoulder!' Bestselling author Owen Mullen
'Exciting, breathtaking and absolutely fantastic' ★★★★★ Reader Review
'If you are looking for a great gangland, family drama series these books are for you!' ★★★★★ Reader Review
'A fast and rivetting book that will keep you burning the midnight oil!! Highly recommended' ★★★★★ Reader Review"
"The addictive gritty gangland thriller from Gillian Godden!Friend or Foe?Patsy Diamond thought she had her life and her business dealings under control. . . she was wrong. Because just as Patsy is hoping for calm, chaos erupts, and Patsy is forced to make decisions that could cost her everything. The only people Patsy can rely on are her inner circle - her family and her close friends. But with danger and threats seemingly lurking around every corner Patsy must take extra care with who she trusts with her secrets. So when Patsy meets handsome stable hand Phillipe Carreaux, she's immediately wary. Can she bring Phillipe into her world or is it simply too dangerous?And is Phillipe everything he appears to be?With her future on the line, Patsy must think smart if she hopes to hold on to her Diamond reign forever. . . A gripping and thrilling gangland story by Gillian Godden. Perfect for fans of Kerry Kaya, Kimberley Chambers and Martina Cole. What people are saying about Gillian Godden!'A gritty powerful story. A must read for fans of gangland crime' Bestselling author Kerry Kaya'The characters were so real I'm still looking over my shoulder!' Bestselling author Owen Mullen'Exciting, breathtaking and absolutely fantastic' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'If you are looking for a great gangland, family drama series these books are for you!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A fast and riveting book that will keep you burning the midnight oil!! Highly recommended' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review"
"Preorder the BRAND NEW installment in the Silvas Series from bestselling author Gillian Godden
A brand new gripping and thrilling gangland story by Gillian Godden. Perfect for fans of Kerry Kaya, Kimberley Chambers and Martina Cole.
With Alex Silva facing time behind bars, his family are in free fall. Wife Maggie doesn't know how she's going to cope without her beloved Alex. How will the Silva family survive?But survival is in the Silva blood and Alex has taught his children, Deana and Dante well. Hotheaded Deana is determined to carry on in her father's footsteps, no matter how risky things might get. Cool under pressure, Dante has other ideas about how to live up to his dad's reputation.
But one thing's for sure, this new generation is going to cause more trouble than anyone can handle. . .
Will the Silvas survive or will trouble follow them?
Readers love Gillian Godden:
'A gritty powerful story. A must read for fans of gangland crime' Bestselling author Kerry Kaya
'The characters were so real I'm still looking over my shoulder!' Bestselling author Owen Mullen
'Exciting, breathtaking and absolutely fantastic' ★★★★★ Reader Review
'If you are looking for a great gangland, family drama series these books are for you!' ★★★★★ Reader Review
'A fast and riveting book that will keep you burning the midnight oil!! Highly recommended' ★★★★★ Reader Review"
"A BRAND NEW Gangland Series from Gillian Godden - Meet The Silvas. . .
A new start. A deadly past. . .
As the new owners of the local village pub, Alex and Maggie Silva and their two children, are the picture of respectability. . . but looks can be deceptive.
Because the Silva family is keeping deadly secrets. Alex Silva is a man with a dark past and a bounty on his head - one he knows will only be paid with his life. He'll do anything to protect Maggie and the kids, but one wrong move could cost them everything. . .
As they settle into suburban life, Alex hopes that by hiding in plain sight his past demons won't return with a vengeance. But as he watches and waits, he realizes that behind closed doors, the residents of this street are keeping dark secrets of their own. Secrets that could be deadly. And the Silva family have more to lose than most. . .
Praise for Gillian Godden:
'A gritty powerful story. A must read for fans of gangland crime' Bestselling author Kerry Kaya
'The characters were so real I'm still looking over my shoulder!' Bestselling author Owen Mullen
'Exciting, breathtaking and absolutely fantastic' ★★★★★ Reader Review
'If you are looking for a great gangland, family drama series these books are for you!' ★★★★★ Reader Review
'A fast and rivetting book that will keep you burning the midnight oil!! Highly recommended' ★★★★★ Reader Review"
"Pre-order the BRAND NEW story from Gillian GoddenThe Lambrianus are back, and they are badder than ever. Born with a silver spoon in his mouth, Adam Lambrianu understands only too well the fearsome family legacy he's inherited. He only wants to make his family proud, but as a renowned playboy and bad boy he has a wild and reckless reputation. Scarlet Lambrianu knows her little brother needs to step up in running the family casino business and empire, but she also worries the old gangland ways don't interest him anymore. Adam's sure he can make his own money and build his own legacy in his own unique way. Desperate to keep Adam in line, old family friend Julie Gold is called in to help. She knows Adam has big plans, but there are rules in their world that must be followed. But Adam is a Lambrianu and just like his infamous father before him, he knows that if you want to succeed, sometimes rules have to be broken. Praise for Gillian Godden:'A gritty powerful story. A must read for fans of gangland crime' Bestselling author Kerry Kaya'The characters were so real I'm still looking over my shoulder!' Bestselling author Owen Mullen'Exciting, breathtaking and absolutely fantastic' ★★★★★ Reader Review'If you are looking for a great gangland, family drama series these books are for you!' ★★★★★ Reader Review'A fast and rivetting book that will keep you burning the midnight oil!! Highly recommended' ★★★★★ Reader Review"
"Pre-order the BRAND NEW gritty gangland thriller from Gillian Godden!Is the Diamond reign over?
Head of the Diamond family, Patsy is determined to make a success of husband Nick's gangland empire - whatever the cost. Nick was ruthless and cold-blooded, but he built a legacy that Patsy wants to protect.
So when a mysterious woman from Nick's past turns up claiming to be Patsy's new business partner, she senses trouble. Karen Duret demands Patsy's help, but it comes with a catch. If Patsy refuses, Karen threatens to expose the Diamond family's darkest secrets. . .
Patsy needs the help of her trusted allies more than ever, but when a rival gang start a turf war, the stakes suddenly become deadly.
Torn between loyalties, Patsy knows that blood will be spilled. And as battle commences, the question on everyone's lips is - who will be crowned the queen of diamonds?
What people are saying about Gillian Godden!
'An edge of your seat read that will leave you breathless!' Bestselling author, Kerry Kaya.
'Characters were so real I'm still looking over my shoulder! Bestselling author Owen Mullen."
"'A gritty powerful story. A must read for fans of gangland crime. ' Bestselling author Kerry Kaya. Tony Lambrianu might look like he's sitting pretty, but when you're the kingpin of a gangland empire you have to keep your guard up at all times. Deceit and betrayal lurk around every corner
With threats looming from all sides, he is about to find out just who his real enemies are.
Meanwhile, Tony's twin daughters, Scarlet and Katie Lambrianu have their sights set on building their own empire and establishing a Lambrianu legacy of their own. . . . but will it cost them everything?
As Tony fights for personal survival and to protect his family danger comes from unexpected places. It seems everyone is willing to resort to dirty dealings. . . but how low will Tony go to avoid the devastating consequences of failure?
Dirty Dealings is the shocking final instalment in this gripping gangland series by Gillian Godden.
Please note, this is a re-release of Dirty Dealing previously published by Gillian Godden."
"Pre-order the brand new novel from Gillian Godden!
Diamond by name...
Handsome, wealthy and successful, lawyer Nick Diamond is a man who commands and expects respect from everyone he meets. People think he is a man to be trusted. They are wrong.
Deadly by nature.
Because away from his glittering life in upper-class Chelsea, Nick is keeping a dark and dangerous secret. One that takes him to the slum estates of Glasgow and a very different world.
Nick will do anything to keep his secret under wraps, because if it's ever revealed it would be his downfall.
Don't miss this brilliant new gangland story from Gillian Godden - guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat! Perfect for fans of Kimberley Chambers, Heather Atkinson and Caz Finlay."
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