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"Humorous cosy-crime caper from the author of the beloved, bestselling Vinyl Detective series in which a feisty, amoral book dealer uses her unique skills to solve fiendish crimes, A love letter to Agatha Christie murder mysteries and classic whodunnits."
"There's your side. My side. And the truth.
Lisa Jewell meets Jodi Picoult in a story of betrayal and deception in the aftermath of family tragedy.
She must face justice. As her sister it kills me to say it. As his mother I demand it.
When Jen Miller entrusts her youngest child to the care of her beloved sisters, she has no idea of the devastating tragedy that is about to unfold.
To celebrate her sister's wedding, global superstar Winter Kellaway throws the party of the decade at her luxurious beachside estate. The decorations are flawless. The champagne is on ice. The guests have arrived. But one misstep will have heartbreaking consequences that will rock this close-knit family to their core.
With her life in pieces, how can Jen ever begin to forgive?
Saul Anguish, a brilliant but tormented young detective, is called in to investigate and uncovers a long-buried and shocking family secret. As the trail takes a dramatic turn, they must now all face the truth that you can never truly leave the past behind . . .
Authors love Fiona Cummins:
'A dark, exquisitely written thriller. Emotionally charged, with twists that floored me, this is a devastating, tightly plotted and original story that lingers long after the final chapter. A stunning read!' - Claire Douglas
'Devastating and deft. Tender and brave' - Abigail Dean
'Compelling, affecting, with a pitch-dark plot and a truly unique protagonist in Saul Anguish, this is crime fiction at its very best' - Neil Broadfoot
'I inhaled this thriller in 24 hours' - Nikki Smith
'Nobody does dark, emotional crime thrillers like Fiona Cummins' - Holly Seddon
'Astonishing' - Ed James
'Gets under your skin and goes where other writers do not dare' - Helen Fields
'Heartbreaking, dark and beautifully written' - Jo Callaghan
'A tightly bound plot and a deeply sympathetic anti-hero in Saul Anguish - Araminta Hall
'As tender and compassionate as it is gripping' - Nicci Cloke"
"Glamorous murder mystery from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Chalet and The Cruise
'The Penthouse is a twisting, unpredictable, glamorous whirlwind of a thriller' Amy McCulloch
‘Intense and claustrophobic’ HEAT
‘Agatha Christie with glamour’ SUNDAY TIMES
Beneath the glamour dark secrets lurk.
World famous singer Enola had it all – fame, fortune, and a breathtaking penthouse view. Then she vanished without a trace, leaving the band’s careers in ruins.
Fifteen years on, the remaining members are reuniting for a series of concerts in Las Vegas. But when mysterious accidents plague them, some start to wonder if Enola is back for revenge.
What happened all those years ago – and who really knows the truth?
Praise for Catherine Cooper:
‘Intense and claustrophobic’ Heat
‘Agatha Christie with glamour’ Sunday Times
‘A well-plotted twisty read’ Woman’s Weekly"
"Would it kill you to smile, darling? Perhaps…
A men-only charity dinner. A clutch of young waitresses.
The jokes are uncomfortable. The hands linger. The collars loosen.
Behind closed doors, the wine flows.
The night is dark. The faces blur. The memories warp.
Behind closed doors, the money flows.
But revenge is sweet and justice is a burning flame.
Behind closed doors, the blood flows…
A fierce and addictive read about lust and power, the love we want versus the love we take, and the tinderbox secrets that hide so well in the heart of families, this is the searing new novel from the author of Spilt Milk."
"A story of falling out of love from the winner of the Comedy Women in Print Award, for fans of Monica Heisey and Dolly Alderton
'A thoughtful and tender take on the concept of 'home'' Pandora Sykes
MOVING IN. GROWING UP. FALLING OUT OF LOVE.
Mara’s first year in London hasn’t gone to plan. A hostile housemate and endless tube journeys to see her elusive boyfriend, Tom, weren’t on her vision board.
So when the chance to find her own place arises, Mara is hopeful. She’s desperate for somewhere to start her ‘real life’ – with linen bedding, fresh flowers on the table, and Tom.
But between noisy new neighbours and Tom pushing her away, Mara is about to discover that things aren’t going to be quite so easy to fix.
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Readers are already falling in love with Homesick …
'A beautifully crafted story … filled with memorable characters and relatable situations, making it a heartfelt exploration of first loves, found families, and the bittersweet experience of growing up'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I couldn't have loved this more … It's a really accomplished and very funny commentary on urban living and twenty first century existence … I was wrapped up in the propulsive plot' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'What I appreciate about Homesick is the exploration of everyday issues … Mara's year of self-discovery is a great reminder that life is a complex journey' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This novel offers a poignant exploration of love and self-discovery … With its mix of laugh-out-loud moments and genuine emotional depth, this book is a delightful read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
"Humorous cosy-crime caper in which a feisty, amoral book dealer uses her unique skills to catch a murderer, desperate to hide the secrets kept by the yoga-obsessed staff and students of a West London ashram.
When a set of rare, impossible-to-find yoga books are stolen from a West London ashram, its leaders turn to Cordelia, the paperback sleuth, to recover them – a set-up that's a little awkward as they've previously barred her from yoga classes for selling marijuana to their students. But what begins as a hunt for missing paperbacks soon becomes a murder investigation as those involved with the ashram can't seem to stop dropping down dead – murdered with a whisky bottle to the head or a poisoned curry. Can Cordelia work out who the killer is and bring them to justice before they bring an end to her sleuthing for good."
"The tale of spirited farmer Bathsheba Everdene and the three suitors who vie for her attention is the first of Hardy's Wessex novels.
Passion and tragedy abound against the backdrop of a 19th-century rural idyll, as Hardy sets the tone for his subsequent forays into the life and love stories of this fictional county."
"Thirteen-year-old Ava Bonney possesses an unusual intellect far beyond her years. While her friends play, Ava's fascination lies in the intricate process of animal decomposition, studying roadkill found in the streets around her home.
But, one night, Ava's secret nocturnal routine takes a chilling turn when she stumbles upon the lifeless body of fellow schoolmate, Mickey Grant.
As Detective Seth Delahaye takes charge of the perplexing case, Ava refuses to sit idle. Determined and resourceful, she embarks on a daring quest to unveil the truth behind the string of chilling deaths plaguing her community.
Armed with her unique skills and unrivalled local knowledge, Ava becomes an unlikely force in the race to apprehend the elusive killer before more lives are claimed."
"**Don't miss MAKING A KILLING, the new DI Adam Fawley thriller, OUT NOW**
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THE *INSTANT* NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
*THE FIRST EVER STAND-ALONE FROM AUTHOR OF THE DI ADAM FAWLEY MILLION-COPIES-SOLD SERIES*
**A Financial Times Best Book of 2023**
**A Guardian Best Crime and Thriller book of 2023**
‘This devilishly clever, ground-breaking novel will keep you guessing’ IAN RANKIN
‘This book had me riveted to the page. It is original, inventive and totally 21st Century… Just brilliant!’ JANICE HALLETT
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IT WAS A CASE THAT GRIPPED THE NATION
LUKE RYDER’S MURDER HAS NEVER BEEN SOLVED
In October 2003, Luke Ryder was found dead in the garden of the family home in London, leaving behind a wealthy older widow and three stepchildren. Nobody saw anything.
Now, secrets will be revealed – live on camera.
Years later a group of experts re-examine the evidence on Infamous, a true-crime show – with shocking results. Does the team know more than they’ve been letting on?
Or does the truth lie closer to home?
Can you solve the case before they do?
The truth will blow your mind.
Over a million copies sold of Cara Hunter books across all formats (paperback, ebook and audio) as of 1st July 2023
MURDER IN THE FAMILY was a #7 Sunday Times bestseller for week ending 3rd September 2023
*PRAISE FOR MURDER IN THE FAMILY*
‘Unique and hugely enjoyable.’ Sunday Express
'Addictive’ Sunday Times
‘An excellent, wholly original whodunnit!’ Gilly MacMillan
‘Genius premise with all the twistiness you’d expect from Cara Hunter. Her best yet!’ Victoria Selman
‘Reads like True Crime—relentlessly twisty and utterly compelling’ Shari Lapena"
"Cordelia knows books. An addict-turned-dealer of classic paperbacks, when she's not spending her days combing the charity shops and jumble sales of suburban London for valuable collector's items, she's pining for the woman of her dreams and nimbly avoiding her landlord's demands for rent.
The most elusive prize of all, her white whale, has surfaced — a set of magnificent, vintage Sleuth Hound crime novels. Gorgeous, and as rare as they come. Just one problem. They're not for sale. Still, that won't stop a resourceful woman like Cordelia… One burglary later, the books are hers. Unfortunately, the man she's just robbed turns out be one of London's most dangerous gangsters, and now he's on her trail and out for blood.
Cordelia's best laid plans to pay the rent and woo the object of her affections start to fall apart, and she realises she may have placed herself in the crosshairs of a villain torn straight from the pages of her treasured novels."
"An old house, a secret heartbreak, a second chance at love.
Lizzie Greene is about to lose everything when her husband suddenly dies and his debts come to light.
To make ends meet she opens up her quirky old house to be used as a set for a film based on a bestselling romance novel.
Her life and household are turned upside down when a whole cast of colourful characters enters her family's lives: from an enigmatic author, a handsome location scout, a brooding director, to a heart-throb leading man, never mind her now ex-mother-in-law camped out in her drive.
As Lizzie delves deeper into the film's book, all is not as it seems...
Will her desire to save her house and unravel the secrets of the past lead to new love, or to mortal danger?
A must-read for summer - a heartwarming story of love and second chances. Perfect for the fans of Jane Costello and Lucy Dillon.
What readers are saying:
'An enchanting and engrossing read that I highly recommend and, if you have not yet read Lauren Westwood's books, then what on earth are you waiting for?' - Bookish Jottings.
'A delightfully charming tale that is heartfelt and genuine and reminds us that good things can happen if you believe in yourself, stay open-minded, and be excited for whatever comes next' - What's Better Than Books?
'A story full of twists and turns, captivating and absorbing. I loved it' - Sibzzreads.
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Lauren Westwood writes romantic women's fiction and is also an award-winning children's writer. Originally from California, she now lives in England in a pernickety old house built in 1602, with her partner and three daughters."
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