Audiobooks narrated by Candida Gubbins

"YOU CAN RUN BUT YOU CAN'T HIDE A man is found buried in a secluded wood on the outskirts of London. Naked, beaten and bruised; forensics also show that he hasn't eaten in the 24 hours before his murder. The hunt is on. As more bodies are unearthed in the same state, DCI Antonia Hawkins struggles to find a pattern in the seemingly random killings. But who is the hunter? Hawkins is starting to believe that the victims have all been captured, kept and hunted down like animals by a special kind of killer playing a twisted game. And so far, the killer is the one winning . . ."

Alastair Gunn (Author), Candida Gubbins (Narrator)

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My Bloody Valentine

"SHE LOVES ME, SHE LOVES ME NOT ... The second thrilling audiobook in the DCI Antonia Hawkins series by Alastair Gunn When the body of a young woman is found brutally slain on Valentine's Day the press reacts with barely disguised glee. For DCI Antonia Hawkins, still recovering from the terrible wounds inflicted by another killer, the pressure of another high profile murder investigation could barely be worse timed. But, battling her own physical limitations and under pressure from a new member of the team whose ambition to displace her is barely disguised, Hawkins must discover not just who killed the first victim, but why. Or watch helplessly as others die at the hands of a monster whose been labelled the Valentine Killer..."

Alastair Gunn (Author), Candida Gubbins (Narrator)

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The Advent Killer

"The Advent Killer is the electrifying début thriller from British author, Alastair Gunn. Christmas is coming. One body at a time. Three weeks before Christmas: Sunday, one a.m. A woman is drowned in her bathtub. One week later: Sunday, one a.m. A woman is beaten savagely to death, every bone in her body broken. Another week brings another victim. As panic spreads across London, DCI Antonia Hawkins, leading her first murder investigation, must stop a cold, careful killer whose twisted motives can only be guessed at, before the next body is found. On Sunday. When the clock strikes one . . ."

Alastair Gunn (Author), Candida Gubbins (Narrator)

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The Othello Club

"STREAMING SOON ON PARAMOUNT+ AS 'THE REVENGE CLUB'! Six divorcees seek revenge on their deceitful spouses, but someone starts taking it much too far... Emily had the perfect life - the perfect job, the perfect house, the perfect husband - before she was blindsided and betrayed and lost it all. Now she's sitting in a divorce counselling group wondering how she'll ever feel okay again. What she wants is her old life back, and these group sessions seem to be the only way she'll be able to move on - past the jealousy, the hurt, and the daydreams of getting revenge. And it seems everyone in the group is in the same boat: jilted by an ex-partner and struggling to cope. So over post-therapy drinks, the six divorcées come up with the brilliant idea to get a little payback of their own - Strangers-on-a-Train style, with each getting even on another's behalf. Nothing serious - just enough to disrupt their former partner's picture-perfect lives. Emily is hesitant at first, but the more her old life spins away from her, the less she worries about her morals - plus, they agreed no one would get hurt. But just when the group think they've pulled off the perfect petty crimes, one of the exes is found dead... and then another... and another... With DI Rosa Hawkes on their case and the plan spiralling out of control, Emily doesn't know who she can trust, and if divorce taught her anything, it's that you can't trust anyone, even the people you love. Especially the people you love. Let alone perfect strangers like these."

J.D. Pennington (Author), Candida Gubbins (Narrator)

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Risky Business: the perfect forbidden love workplace romance

"Brought to you by Penguin. She's in it to win it. He's in it to win her. Don't miss the new secret identity, forbidden workplace romance, perfect for fans of The Hating Game and Ali Hazelwood. Jess Cole’s rules for keeping it professional: - Do apply to a major investment competition to get funding for your game-changing women’s therapy app - Do stay laser focused on winning - Don’t apply under your brother’s name, however fed-up you are with the male dominated industry - Don’t hook up with a ridiculously hot man, Oliver, only to find out he works for the top investor running the competition - Do try your best to resist Oliver’s charm while hiding your real identity - Don’t fall for Oliver anyway… Mixing business and pleasure has always been a dangerous strategy for Jess, but this time will the risk be worth the reward? TROPES Workplace romance Secret identity Forbidden romance One-night stand He falls first © Annabelle Slator 2026 (P) Penguin Audio 2026"

Annabelle Slator (Author), Candida Gubbins (Narrator)

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Not Quite Done with Dating: The hilarious, uplifting and feel-good new romcom from the bestselling author

"Brought to you by Penguin. One bad date too many calls for desperate measures . . . Nora is well and truly fed up. After more painfully bad dates than she can count, she’s had enough of leaving it to fate to find her perfect match – but she's not quite ready to give up on her love life just yet. As a statistician, Nora trusts numbers more than her gut, so when she finds a formula that could help her conquer the dating game, she has to give it a go. Putting her love theory to the test takes Nora to some questionable places with some even more questionable men, but she won't be deterred – she knows that 'the one' must be out there, somewhere. Even if he's the last person she'd have expected. . . © Bella Osborne 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Bella Osborne (Author), Candida Gubbins (Narrator)

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The Secret Mistletoe Promise

"The delightful new romantic series from the bestselling author of The Cornish Cream Tea novels and The Secret Christmas Bookshop. Is a new beginning waiting for her this Christmas? When Imogen leaves her fiancé at the altar and escapes to her grandmother’s cottage by the sea, the only thing she wants to do is disappear. But in a village curious about their new arrival, Imogen finds hiding out harder than expected, especially with the charming local baker Dexter around to distract her. As secrets unravel and the festive season draws near, Imogen wonders if she’s been running from the wrong things all along. Will the runaway bride find her happy ever after under the mistletoe? ‘Gorgeous…’ Woman ‘One of our favourite women’s fiction stars’ Heat ‘A warm and wonderful read’ Woman’s Own ‘Cressida’s characters are wonderful!’ Sarah Morgan *Readers LOVE Cressida McLaughlin* 'Cressida never fails to deliver…beautifully written!' 'The perfect Christmas cosy read…I happily lost myself in it in one whole sitting' 'A beautiful wintery tale' 'A heartwarming and festive romantic escape' 'Filled with warmth, hope and just the right touch of Christmas magic' 'Impossible not to feel a glow when reading it' 'Everything you could want in a festive book' 'A lovely festive read full of wintery wonder and community' 'Laughter and tears, Christmas and books – who could want anything more' 'Heartwarming and festive with a little mystery. Absolutely fantastic'"

Cressida McLaughlin (Author), Candida Gubbins (Narrator)

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Miss Winter in the Library with a Knife: a murder mystery with a delightful twist

"Bloomsbury presents Miss Winter in the Library with a Knife by Martin Edwards, read by John Telfer, Candida Gubbins and Martin Edwards. 'A true master of British crime writing.' RICHARD OSMAN 'All the entertainment you'll need this Christmas. Wonderful stuff.' IAN MOORE Can you find the clues and solve the murder first? Six people with links to the world of crime writing have been invited to play a game this Christmas by the mysterious Midwinter Trust. Solve the murder of a fictional crime writer in a remote village in north Yorkshire and win a life-changing prize. Each guest has been meticulously vetted by the shadowy Trust, which has staff on-hand to make sure everyone plays fair. But with the village about to be cut off by a snow storm, they must be extra vigilant. The game is set – but playing fair isn’t on everyone’s Christmas list. And when the prize is to die for, it’s so tempting to inject a little murder into the mystery... With clues for you to find along the way, this is a traditional murder mystery with a delightful twist by a master of the crime genre, perfect for fans of Janice Hallett, Alexandra Benedict and Alex Pavesi. 'The king of the puzzle mystery novel.' ALEX PAVESI 'Fiendish, hilarious and utterly addictive.' ORLANDO MURRIN 'What a treat.' SJ BENNETT 'I absolutely loved it.' MARY GRAND DISCOVER MORE THRILLING READS FROM THE KING OF CLASSIC CRIME, ALL FEATURING A CLUEFINDER SO YOU CAN PLAY DETECTIVE YOURSELF. THE RACHEL SAVERNAKE GOLDEN AGE MYSTERIES #1 GALLOWS COURT #2 MORTMAIN HALL #3 BLACKSTONE FELL #4 SEPULCHRE STREET #5 HEMLOCK BAY STANDALONE MYSTERIES #1 MISS WINTER IN THE LIBRARY WITH A KNIFE C 2025 Martin Edwards P 2025 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"

Martin Edwards (Author), Candida Gubbins, Mark Elstob, Martin Edwards (Narrator)

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Testimony Of Light: An extraordinary message of life after death

"Brought to you by Penguin. When Frances Banks died her friend Helen Greaves was by her side. Then, one evening, some three weeks after Frances' death, Helen sensed her presence. This extraordinary encounter marked the beginning of contact between them from either side of the veil. 'Testimony of Light' is based on the communications that Helen received telepathically from Frances. The scripts have been authenticated by those who knew them both and who were familiar with their individual writing styles. Moving and inspiring, this book is a testament to the enduring power of their friendship and offers an important message to us all - that the death of the body is but a gentle passing to a much freer and fuller life. 'Never have we read such a spontaneous, simple, direct, happy and instructive series of scripts from 'the other side'' Science of Thought Review 'A glass of spiritual champagne' - Churches Fellowship News © Helen Greaves 1969 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Helen Greaves (Author), Candida Gubbins, Patience Tomlinson, Roy McMillan (Narrator)

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The Girl with the Suitcase: A captivating historical novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author

"Brought to you by Penguin. London, 1941 When Mary meets a glamorous stranger named Elizabeth she realises their lives couldn’t be more different. Elizbeth is beautiful and charming, about to set off on a dazzling adventure to Ireland where she’s inherited a grand house. Mary, shy and meek, has nothing to look forward to but the dreary life of a maid in Hampstead. But when an air raid forces them to take shelter underground Mary’s life is suddenly changed forever. After waking up in hospital, injured but alive, the nurse mistakes her for Elizabeth and hands over her suitcase with Elizabeth’s money and tickets to Ireland inside. This is Mary’s chance to escape the hardship of her life and start afresh. Will she take it and what could go wrong? © Lesley Pearse 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Lesley Pearse (Author), Candida Gubbins (Narrator)

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The Stand-in Dad

"A joyful story about found family and the courage to embrace love’s true colours. 'A book with spring in its step… I read this with a big smile and a soaring heart.' JACK STRANGE ‘A love letter to queerness and the family you get to choose.' PJ ELLIS Forty years ago, sixteen-year-old David was heartbroken when his family rejected him for coming out. Since then, he has vowed to always help anyone in need. So, when he finds a tearful young woman outside his flower shop, he can’t just walk away. Meg is newly engaged to the love of her life, Hannah. She should be overjoyed, but her conservative parents have made their disapproval painfully clear – leaving Meg devastated and wanting to call the whole wedding off. But David won’t let another young person be rejected. He offers to be Meg’s ‘stand-in dad’, diving headfirst into dress fittings, cake tastings, and venue visits to make sure Meg’s special day is unforgettable. Yet Meg’s parents’ absence looms large – and when disaster strikes, can David save the wedding in time? The Stand-in Dad is a joyful story about found family and the courage to embrace love’s true colours, perfect for fans of Matt Cain, Mike Gayle and Ryan Love. –––––––––––––––– AUTHORS LOVE THE STAND-IN DAD! 'Joyful, uplifting and full of heart – I loved it.' SARAH TURNER 'A thoroughly heart-warming read, full of lovable characters and with a resounding message of hope for our times.' KATE STOREY 'Sweet, uplifting and deeply touching… a delight.' JUSTIN MYERS 'A tender, heart-warming story of friends, family and the unexpected joy that's waiting in the spaces in-between. Gentle and uplifting.' JULIETTA HENDERSON ‘Moving and uplifting, THE STAND-IN DAD is HEARTSTOPPER for adults; a love letter to queerness and the family you get to choose.' PJ ELLIS 'A breath of fresh air. Powered by kindness, community and love, this book is lots of fun and absolutely full of joy.' ELEANOR RAY ‘A sweet and touching story that highlights that true friendship comes in many forms.’ CHARLOTTE BUTTERFIELD 'What a joy! A vibrant, warm and hopeful story, with a cast of characters I'd love to be friends with and a flower shop I wish was on my street. Loved it.' PENNY MIRREN 'A book with spring in its step… I read this with a big smile and a soaring heart.' JACK STRANGE 'A gentle heart-warming story… with a dash of humour whisked in to delight.' CHARLIE LYNDHURST READERS LOVE THE STAND-IN DAD! 'This was just beautiful. Literally, my heart hurts… This will forever live in my mind. Absolutely stunning.' NetGalley review 'This is an uplifting and joyful story about love, acceptance and overcoming adversity… Heartily recommended as a queer pick-me-up.' NetGalley review 'A lovely and heart-warming book.' NetGalley review 'Gosh, what a read… A lovely ending.' NetGalley review 'I really enjoyed this book and will be looking out for others by this author. Very impressed.' NetGalley review"

Alex Summers (Author), Candida Gubbins (Narrator)

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The Corn Bride: The witchiest, ghostliest, most hilarious folk-horror wartime romance you'll read this year . . . or ever

"'A rural Ben Aaronovitch!' C. K. McDonnell 'Fast-paced, entertainingly creepy, laugh-out-loud funny, and genuinely moving' Michelle Paver Dear reader, you are cordially invited to the strangest wedding of the year . . . It's May 1941, and the war is in full swing. Yet in the quiet village of Woodville in rural Kent a happy event is on the horizon, as Faye Bright interrupts her training with the British Secret Service to return home and marry her true love, Bertie. But as preparations get underway, a ghostly premonition throws a spanner in the works. Who is the Corn Bride, and is her burning visage a warning, or a threat to the happiest day of Faye's life? As Faye and the witches investigate, it's soon apparent that there's much more on the line than dress fittings, cake and Bertie's stag do. For an old enemy is stirring in the shadows, bent on vengeance. And he's not above crashing a wedding to get it. Will the happy couple make it to the church on time? Or, after all she's survived, could it be getting hitched that finally spells Faye's doom? Embark upon an adventure that weaves together romance, undead Nazis, pensioner spies, spectral schoolchildren and a talking budgerigar, and still somehow manages to prove that love is the most powerful magic of all. For fans of Lev Grossman and Terry Pratchett comes the fifth novel in this delightful series of war, mystery and a little bit of magic . . . Don't miss the other magical books in the WITCHES OF WOODVILLE series! #1 The Crow Folk #2 Babes in the Wood #3 The Ghost of Ivy Barn #4 The Holly King"

Mark Stay (Author), Candida Gubbins (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Candida Gubbins

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