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The number 1 international bestseller everyone is talking about.Home Is Where The Nightmare IsBeautiful double room to let to single personLisa, a troubled young woman with a past, can’t believe her luck when she finds a beautiful room to rent in a large house. The live-in owners are a kind and welcoming couple. Everything is fine until she finds a suicide note hidden in her room. But when the couple insist this man didn’t exist and that Lisa is their first tenant, Lisa begins to doubt herself.Compelled to uncover the secrets of the man who lived in the room before her, Lisa is alarmed when increasingly disturbing incidents start to happen. Someone doesn’t want Lisa to find out the truth.As the four walls of this house and its secrets begin to close in on Lisa, she descends into a hellish hall of mirrors where she’s not sure what’s real and what’s not as she claws her way towards the truth…This room has already claimed one victim.Is it about to take another?What everyone is saying about Dreda Say Mitchell:‘As good as it gets.’ Lee Child‘A truly original voice.’ Peter James‘Thrilling.’ Sunday Express Books of the Year‘Awesome tale from a talented writer.’ Sun‘Fast-paced and full of twists and turns.’ Crime Scene MagazineDreda Say Mitchell is the bestselling and critically-acclaimed author of the Gangland Girls and Flesh and Blood Series, as well as the DI Rio Wray fast-paced thrillers; Vendetta & Death Trap. Spare Room is a stunning stand-alone psychological thriller, which will appeal to readers of domestic noir, as well as fans of authors like Cara Hunter, B A Paris and Rachel Abbott.

Home Is Where The Nightmare IsBeautiful double room to let to single person Lisa, a troubled young woman with a past, can’t believe her luck when she finds a beautiful room to rent in a large house. The live-in owners are a kind and welcoming couple. Everything is fine until she finds a suicide note hidden in her room. But when the couple insist this man didn’t exist and that Lisa is their first tenant, Lisa begins to doubt herself.Compelled to uncover the secrets of the man who lived in the room before her, Lisa is alarmed when increasingly disturbing incidents start to happen. Someone doesn’t want Lisa to find out the truth.As the four walls of this house and its secrets begin to close in on Lisa, she descends into a hellish hall of mirrors where she’s not sure what’s real and what’s not as she claws her way towards the truth…This room has already claimed one victim?Is it about to take another?What everyone is saying about Dreada Say Mitchell:‘As good as it gets.’ Lee Child‘A truly original voice.’ Peter James‘Thrilling.’ Sunday Express Books of the Year‘Awesome tale from a talented writer.’ Sun‘Fast-paced and full of twists and turns.’ Crime Scene MagazineDreda Say Mitchell is the bestselling and critically-acclaimed author of the Gangland Girls and Flesh and Blood Series, as well as the stand-alone thriller, Vendetta. Spare Room is a stunning stand-alone psychological thriller, which will appeal to readers of domestic noir, as well as fans of authors like Cara Hunter, B A Paris and Rachel Abbott.

Who needs enemies?There’s something about Meredith…Meredith is a young underachiever, living in a squalid apartment, struggling to stay one step ahead of her landlord and the law when she meets a man from her past who offers her a way out and a chance to start over.Having worked her way into the lives of the rich and privileged, Meredith will do just about anything to preserve her new lifestyle.But just how far is she prepared to go? Phil Kurthausen is also the author of the unmissable psychological thriller, Don't Let Me In. How To Kill Your Friends is a fast-moving psychological thriller which will keep you on the edge of your seat. It's the perfect read for fans of authors like Rachel Abbott, Kerry Wilkinson and Mark Edwards

"A deliciously Agatha Christie-style mystery that sucks you in from the first page." Sibel Hodge bestselling author of Look Behind You“A good old Whodunnit from Ms Reavley that will keep readers guessing till the very end!” J.A. Baker Bestselling author of The Other Mother"A deliciously devilish whodunit!" Robert Bryndza bestselling author of the Detective Erika Foster SeriesImagine nine women meeting. Tea and cake are on the coffee table. They’ve come together to share their love of books. They are friends. They trust each other. It’s a happy gathering. What could be more harmless?Then scratch the surface and look closer.One is lonely. One is desperate and one of them is a killer.When the body of a woman is discovered on a Cambridge common, DCI Barrett and DI Palmer are called in to investigate. But the motive behind the crime isn’t clear… And it all leads back to a book club.As the lies, volatile friendships and tension among the group rise to the surface, DCI Barrett and DI Palmer must work out the motive and track down a cold-blooded killer. But just when they think they are on the right track, a twist in the case throws them off course…Betsy Reavley is the best-selling author of multiple thrillers including The Opticians Wife, The Quiet Ones and Frailty. Murder at the Book Club�is an unmissable new whodunnit�which will appeal to fans of authors like Cara Hunter, Rachel Abbott, Faith Martin and LJ Ross.�

"A deliciously Agatha Christie-style mystery that sucks you in from the first page." Sibel Hodge bestselling author of Look Behind You “A good old Whodunnit from Ms Reavley that will keep readers guessing till the very end!” J.A. Baker Bestselling author of The Other MotherImagine nine women meeting. Tea and cake are on the coffee table. They’ve come together to share their love of books. They are friends. They trust each other. It’s a happy gathering. What could be more harmless?Then scratch the surface and look closer.One is lonely. One is desperate and one of them is a killer.When the body of a woman is discovered on a Cambridge common, DCI Barrett and DI Palmer are called in to investigate. But the motive behind the crime isn’t clear… And it all leads back to a book club.As the lies, volatile friendships and tension among the group rise to the surface, DCI Barrett and DI Palmer must work out the motive and track down a cold-blooded killer. But just when they think they are on the right track, a twist in the case throws them off course…

Looking for a powerful and gripping new psychological thriller? Then discover the unmissable No Place Like Home today.What would you do if you came home to find someone in your house?This is the predicament Polly Cooke faces when she returns to her new home. The first weeks in the house had been idyllic, but soon Jacob, a local man, is watching her.What does he want and why is he so obsessed with Polly?In a situation where nothing is what it seems, you might end up regretting letting some people in.What everyone is saying about No Place Like Home:"The main thing you need to know is that this is a brilliant psychological thriller that will keep you on your toes all the way through." Hayley - Rather Too Fond Of Books "I loved the plot and the suspense created was superb, I was gripped by the plot line and didn’t want to put the book down." Donna Maguire - Donnas Book Blog "No Place Like Home is sinister, unnerving, creepy and utterly surprising." Michelle Ryles - The Book Magnet "She has an amazing gift for weaving together a believable, yet unbelievable plot line, leaving you thinking about the story long after the last sentence is written." Eclectic Ramblings Of Author Heather Osborne"Overall I thought it was a brilliant read, which I thoroughly enjoyed and can highly recommend." Simon Leonard - Black Books Blog"If you like to be shocked and surprised then No Place Like Home will keep you intrigued until the very last page!" Rachel Broughton- Rae Reads"A cleverly crafted story that made me feel a little paranoid at times..." Beritn Lohn - Audio Killed The Bookmark"If you’re after a book which keeps you guessing, takes you on a rollercoaster ride, AND completely stuffs up your way of logical thinking, then this book is definitely for you." Kaisha Holloway - The Writing Garnet"No Place Like Home is a thriller that will really get under your skin." Jacob Collins - Hooked From Page One "This is a five star read to me due to the amount of gasps coming out of my mouth." Philomena Callan - Cheekypee reads And Reviews"Clear your diary!! No Place Like Home is really hard to put down once you pick it up" Elaine McGuinness - Reviewer"This is a dark psychological thriller with a fantastic plotline and believable characters" Margaret Leonard - Reviewer"I devoured in one sitting, enjoyed and found the twists in the tale engrossing" Julie Robinson - Reviewer"I love a good domestic noir and this is one of the best I have read." Peggy Beaver - Reviewer"A brilliantly clever, well thought out read." Nick Murphy - Nicki's Book Blog"Wow, absolutely loved this book from the beginning to the end and it kept me gripped from start to finish with plenty of twists and turns." Carol Drinkwater - ReviewerNo Place like home is a suspenseful domestic noir thriller, it will appeal to fans of authors like Louise Jensen, Claire Mackintosh and B A Paris.

Someone knows what you did… and they’re watching you… Daniel is living the dream with a devoted wife, perfect job and adorable toddler. Until out of the blue, his wife accuses him of having an affair and stabs him in a frenzied attack with a kitchen knife. As his wife is sectioned in a psychiatric ward, Daniel returns home from intensive care to find his precious world is inexorably falling apart: Who is prowling around his house?Why is someone sending threatening postcards?And who is his son talking to in the dead of night?As Daniel attempts to put his life back together, a merciless force just out of reach is unravelling it, bit by bit, until Daniel is plunged into his worst nightmare.What everyone is saying about Enemy at the Window:"There should be a ten-star option on ratings for this one. What an awesome, edge of the seat, page turner!!" (Karen Barton, Goodreads Reviewer)"An explosive read... and amazingly clever story" (Alison Cook, Goodreads Reviewer)"Fair warning... Don't read this book unless you want to get hooked from the first paragraph until the last" (Jim Jordan, Goodreads Reviewer)"A tantalising cleverly thought-out plot… one gripping read" (Misfits farm, Goodreads Reviewer)Enemy at the Window is an utterly gripping psychological suspense thriller, full of secrets, lies and betrayal, leading to a heart-stopping conclusion. It will appeal to fans of authors such as C.L. Taylor, Mark Edwards and Sabine Durrant.

Are you looking for a fast-paced and utterly compelling psychological thriller? Then you'll love Don't You Dare by #1 international best-selling author A J Waines.What if your daughter becomes your enemy?When barmaid, Rachel, discovers her soon-to-be-married daughter, Beth, pinned down by a stranger in the pub cellar, Rachel lashes out in panic and the intruder ends up dead. In desperation, Rachel convinces Beth they should cover up the crime and go ahead with the planned wedding in one month’s time.Rachel, however, has her own reasons for not involving the police. Hiding their dreadful secret is harder than they both imagined and as the big day approaches and the lies multiply, Beth becomes a liability. Rachel looks on in dismay at the hen party when, after too many drinks, Beth declares she’s about to make a special announcement. But before Beth can say a word she disappears...When two people share a chilling secret can both hold their nerve?What everyone is saying about Don't You Dare:"A page-turner from start to finish." Sue Featherstone - Book Lovers' Booklist "I loved the build up in the story where each twist could have made it an alternative ending but boy I wasn’t disappointed this author just squeezes every ounce out of giving her readers the whole caboodle." Susan Hampson - Books From Dusk Till Dawn "This is a great thriller that draws you in and holds you tight as you get closer and closer to finding the truth buried beneath everything." Jessica Bronder - JBronder Book Reviews "Tension from the first page to last as lies are spun and trust is shattered, I highly recommend Don’t You Dare." Gordon Mcghie - Grab This Book "A brilliant read, an excellent plot, a wonderfully enjoyable book." Nicki Murphy - Nicki's Book Blog "Overall just a great read. I will be adding this author to my favourites list." Joni Gheen - LadyJ's Bookish Nook "A very decent read, fast paced and easy to follow, gleeful in its ability to entertain with a clever and satisfying conclusion." Kerrie Waller - ilovedreadingthis "‘Don’t You Dare’ is an absolute corker of a read. I recommend it to all fans of psychological thrillers." Sonya Alford - A Lover Of Books "The plot was great and I loved the writing style." Donna Maguire - Donnas Book Blog "This is indeed heart-stopping as the hype suggests! I thoroughly enjoyed this thriller and A.J. Waines’ entertaining writing." Sassy Brit - Alternative-Read "Intense and twisty, you won’t see what’s coming and I guarantee you will be more than eager to find out..." Jo Turner - Life Of Cri.me "I thought this was a well written gripping read with twists and turns I definitely didn’t see coming." Philomena Callan - Cheekypee Reads And Reviews "A.J. Waines has once again written a fabulous psychological thriller that is worthy of a place on every fan of this genre's bookshelf or Kindle." Neats Wilson - The Haphazardous Hippo "From the outset, you can feel the pressure bubbling away, and I was on tenterhooks waiting for everything to spill over." Kate Eveleigh - Portable MagicDon't you Dare is a fast-paced psychological thriller full of suspense, it will appeal to fans of authors like Ruth Ware, Clare Mackintosh and C.L. Taylor.

"an edge of your seat, chills all over your body, peeking through your fingers type of book." Audrey GibsonAn unmissable new serial killer thriller from the author of The Mechanic Trilogy. After surviving a vicious knife attack, which left her husband dead, DI Rosalind Kray returns to work and is handed a serial killer investigation.This killer is different, he doesn’t just want to take the lives of his victims, he wants to obliterate their very existence. The murders appear random but the killer selects his quarry with meticulous care.While fighting her superiors Kray must conquer her own demons, which are tearing her apart.Kray has the ability to think like a killer and her skills lead to a series of horrifying revelations that turn the case on its head. She believes she is getting close, then her world comes crashing down with devastating consequences.Will Kray find the murderer and escape with her own life intact?The truth is closer than she could have ever imagined… What Everyone is saying about Faceless:"Five stars from me, would have been six if Amazon and Goodreads went up that high!!" Donna Maguire - Donnas Book Blog "Faceless is fast paced, it’s twisted and it packs one hell of a punch into every page!" Sharon Bairden - Chapter In My Life "The story is very fast paced with lots happening and lots of twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat, sometimes quite literally!" Joanna Park - Over The Rainbow Book Blog "Faceless is a fantastic, jaw-dropping journey as I was introduced to DI Roz Kray." Yvonne Bastian - Me And My Books "It is jam-packed with tension and OMG moments, in fact, there is nothing not to like and is the best book I have read this year so far...." Shell Baker - Chelle's Book Reviews "This is a seriously addictive read. There were so many shocking twists and revelations..." Lorna Cassidy - On The Shelf Reviews "Dark, nauseating, intense, destructive, yet incredibly written..." Kaisha Holloway - The Writing Garnet "If you want a seriously twisted and deranged serial killer thriller, then look no further!" Jessica Robins - Jessicamap Reviews "His writing is so slick that you cannot help but be drawn into this fascinating novel." Kate Eveleigh - Portable Magic "A brilliant start to a brand new upcoming series that is bound to blow us all away!" Gemma Myers - Between The Pages Book Club "My jaw is on the floor, but I loved every single second of this fabulously sadistic read." Katie Jones - Katie's Book Cave "a gritty, compelling and thrilling serial killer thriller that kept me utterly engrossed..." Eva Merckx - Novel Deelights "The story itself is exciting and addictive in the way a good thriller should be." Susan Corcoran - Booksaremycwtches "A super unique and thrilling storyline that had me feel uncomfortable even in a room full of people." Susan Hampson - Books From Dusk Till Dawn "Faceless is a rollercoaster of a ride with twists and turns at every corner." Caroline Vincent - Bits About Books "I love Ashman’s books and recommend anyone that loves a good, bloody, and gory thriller to check them out." Jessica Bronder - JBronder Book Reviews Rob Ashman is the best-selling and critically acclaimed author of The Mechanic Trilogy of books. His fast-paced crime thrillers will appeal to fans of authors like Charlie Gallgher, Mark Edwards and Angela Marsons.

Discover a bestselling crime series that will have you gripped from the explosive start to the heart-pounding conclusion.Twelve years after he left Peterborough under a cloud, DI Bliss returns to the city and the major crimes team. Having spent years policing organised crime, Bliss is plunged straight into the heart of a serial murder investigation.Meanwhile, Penny Chandler has been promoted to DS and has been working inLondon on the Met’s sexual crimes team. But when two rapes are reported on her old patch in Peterborough, Chandler volunteers to interview the victims.Chandler joins the hunt for the attacker and soon notices a possible link between the rapes and Bliss’s murder investigation. Could the same man be responsible?Just as both cases seem to stall, a call comes in from an ex-policeman who knows of unsolved cases in the USA with a similar MO. Bliss finds himself travelling to California to hunt for a killer whose reach may have stretched further than anyone could possibly imagine.But in order to catch the murderer, Bliss must discover the killer’s motive. A motive which should have remained buried in the past…Also available in the DI Bliss Series:Bad to the BoneIf Fear WinsThe Reach of ShadowsWhat everyone is saying about The Scent of Guilt:"Dark, brutal and sinister that will have you avidly turning the pages." Yvonne Bastian - Me And My Books"The novel builds to a crescendo in the final few chapters, and I found myself holding my breath as the tension was almost impossible to bear!" Kate Eveleigh - Portable Magic"If you're looking for a well-written police thriller then I highly recommend you set time aside and devour these books." Philomena Callan - Cheekype Reads And Reviews"The Scent of Guilt may be an intriguing mystery with superb characterisation and riveting action but it's also a contemplative examination of what makes somebody evil." Karen Cole - Hair Past A Freckle"The murders are gruesome, the case is cleverly weaved together, some great twists and it kept me guessing." Dash Fan Book Reviews"A cleverly woven, complex, and highly intense novel which will leave you with your eyes prised open and your jaw dropping low." Kaisha Holloway - The Writing Garnet"Brilliantly written and a fascinating read that, in my opinion, could happily stand shoulder to shoulder with works from the likes of Rankin and Connelly." Steve Robb - BookieWookie"I think the story is very well written and left me guessing all the way through and the final scenes were really dramatic." Simon Leonard - Black Books Blog"It had my breath caught, my brain hooked and my senses in overdrive; twists and turns will keep you hooked til the very last page. Read it!" Sharon Bairden - Chapter In My Life"...fast-paced, great plot -another brilliant book and another of the author’s that I have given 5 stars!!" Donna Maguire - Donnas Book Blog"This is a fabulous read again, with heart in your mouth moments that just seal the deal on this little beauty. Loved it!" Susan Hampson - Books From Dusk Till Dawn"The Scent of Guilt is very much a game of cat and mouse with some shocking twists and turns." Sarah Hardy - By The Letter Book ReviewsTony J. Forder is the acclaimed author of Degrees of Darkness and Scream Blue Murder. The stunning DI Bliss series are fast-paced police thrillers which will appeal to fans of authors like Michael Connely, Joy Ellis, Faith Martin, Robert Bryndza and Angela Marsons.

Looking for a best-selling detective series with a feisty female DI? Then you'll love the gripping new DI Kate Fletcher series.Family. Secrets. Murder.Newly promoted DI Kate Fletcher has reluctantly returned to her home town after a twenty-year absence and a recent divorce. The discovery of a child’s body near the estate where Kate grew up has her rushing back to Thorpe – a place of bad memories and closed mouths. As her team investigate the murder, they keep hitting dead ends. The community is reluctant to reopen old wounds and retell old stories. But Kate’s history refuses to stay buried.Then another child disappears… Can Kate solve the case and right the wrongs from her past? A gripping suspenseful thriller full of twists and turns, The DI Kate Fletcher series is perfect for fans fo authors like Angela Marsons and Helen H. Durrant. Heleyne Hammersely is also the author of psychological thrillers Forgotten and Fracture.

Are you looking for a dark and gripping psychological thriller with a shocking twist? Then you'll love Kerena Swan's Dying To See You.He’s Watching, He’s Waiting, She’s next.When Sophie is told to organize care for elderly Ivy, she is unaware that by meeting Max, Ivy’s grandson, her life will be turned upside down.As Sophie’s involvement with Max and Ivy increases she becomes more distracted by her own problems.Because Sophie is certain she is being watched.For a while, Ivy relishes Sophie’s attention but soon grows concerned about the budding relationship between Sophie and Max.Torn between Sophie and his grandmother, Max cuts ties with the care agency, leaving Sophie hurt and confused.Meanwhile, there is a murderer killing women in the area.Is there a link between Sophie’s stalker and the killings?Soon Sophie will learn that appearances can be deceiving.What everyone is saying about Dying to See You:"If you enjoy fast-paced psychological thrillers that will get under your skin then you will definitely want to be picking up this book!" Dash Fan Book Reviews"Well written, clever plot. A real page-turner, jaw dropper and eye-opener of a story." Gemma Myers - Between The Pages Book Club"I loved the author's style of writing and I am looking forward to reading what Kerena has in store for us next. Fans of psychological thrillers are going to love it." Shell Baker - Chelle's Book Reviews"Dying To See You is full of twists and jaw-dropping moments and the novel, particularly the ending, will stay with me for some time." Kate Eveleigh - Portable Magic"A brilliant, rollercoaster ride of a novel which proves that appearances can be deceiving, and instincts are there to be trusted." Kaisha Holloway - The Writing Garnet"Cleverly plotted, thoughtful and unsettling, I read Kerena Swan's gripping debut in a day and can't wait to see what she has planned next." Karen Cole - Hair Past A Freckl"I loved this book, it was chilling in all the right places!!" Donna Maguire - Donnas Book Blog"Dying To See You is thrilling at times along with hiding some deadly surprises just waiting to jump out at the reader!" Rachel Broughton - Rae Reads"Kerena has hit the ground running and I certainly can’t wait until her next." Diane Hogg - Sweet Little Book BlogDying To See You is a dark psychological thriller full of shocking twists and turns. If you are a fan of big-hitting thrillers like Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train, as well as authors like Claire Mackintosh and B A Paris, you'll love the Kerena Swan's unmissable debut.