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The Curse of Pietro Houdini
by Derek B. Miller'A brilliantly imagined World War II saga' Kirkus'Derek Miller's novels are smart and full of heart and savvy and hilarious' Richard Russo'Miller juggles each element effortlessly. His character portraits are indelible, often heartbreaking' New York Times‘Derek B Miller has crafted an ambitious, sometimes tricksy story full of colourful characters…darkly funny, readable and intelligent’ Times_________________We will lie, cheat, steal, fight, kill, and sin our way to Napoli. We will trust no one but each other, and we will remember that in this place, at this time, there is no way to tell friend from foe.The bombing of Rome in 1943 leaves fourteen-year-old Massimo orphaned and with no choice but to set out on a perilous journey to find his remaining family in Naples. A chance meeting with the mysterious and charismatic Pietro Houdini will deliver both of them to the doors of the monastery of Monte Cassino, a centuries-old haven of contemplation, learning and art.But the abbey is in the path of the relentless Allied advance to Rome. Pietro and Massimo need a plan to survive the coming onslaught and that means out-manoeuvring the Germans who are as interested in the abbey's art collection as in the murder of two of their officers in the town below.For their plan to work, they must dissemble, disguise, and outwit two armies using skills that Pietro has in spades, but as war edges ever closer, it becomes clear that Massimo is not without a surprise or two either...The Curse of Pietro Houdini is a sweeping tale of resilience, hope and survival which is at once an action-packed adventure heist, an imaginative chronicle of forgotten history and a philosophical coming-of-age story.
Dangerous Recall
by null Tyler Anne SnellA bodyguard pushed to the extreme Protecting people is Mack Atwood’s job. But when a mysterious murder leaves Aiden Riggs in danger, the determined bodyguard will go off book to keep the quick-witted computer genius safe. Neither is prepared for the chemistry flaring between them—even as a killer closes in. Until Mack uncovers a strange connection to Aiden’s case and events from both of their pasts…
Dark Island (Orkney Mysteries #1)
by null Daniel AubreyMidwinter in Orkney. Six hours of daylight. A race against time to catch a killer. 'My debut novel of the year' CHRIS LLOYD 'I couldn't turn the pages fast enough' NASHEEMA LENNON - Reporter Freya Sinclair has always known she was different. While waiting on the outcome of an autism assessment, Freya uproots her life in Glasgow, quitting her job at one of Scotland’s top broadsheets and taking a local beat in her childhood home of Orkney. But her plans for a quiet life are shattered when human remains are exhumed by a winter storm on Orkney’s wild Atlantic coast. The identity of the bones opens old wounds in the islands, and sheds light on a darker truth nobody wants to accept. As the nights draw in, Freya’s obsessive hunt for answers turns into a cat-and-mouse game, with each secret she unearths threatening her job, compromising her family, and exposing new victims to a killer who's watching from the shadows… - 'Daniel Aubrey can do for Orkney what Ann Cleeves has done for Shetland in this absorbing novel. It transported me' MARION TODD 'A tense read with emotional honesty … Freya is a triumph' CALLUM McSORLEY - REAL READERS LOVE DARK ISLAND ‘I absolutely raced through this exciting murder mystery. Daniel Aubrey's writing transported me. Freya is such a brilliant and complex character’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This was a fast-paced, gritty read. It was beautifully written with vivid imagery. I loved this brilliant and complex female lead and thoroughly look forward to the next instalment’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Thoroughly enjoyed this – pacy and well-plotted and I loved the Orkney setting. I really liked Freya and there's lots of action and twists but it never at any point felt far-fetched’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book was brilliant! Well-planned, fast-paced and a joy to read. I am very much looking forward to whatever this author writes next’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Darkest Night (Ikmen Mystery 26)
by Barbara NadelDark magic is unleashed on the streets of Istanbul . . .When a newborn baby is found drowned in the shallow waters of the Golden Horn, all-out warfare threatens to erupt between rival criminal gangs. Inspector Kerim Gürsel is assigned to the case and he must tread carefully when DNA tests reveal that the baby's father is Görkan Paşahan, Istanbul's most feared Mafia boss. But the identity of the infant's mother is yet to be discovered . . .Meanwhile, Çetin İkmen and Mehmet Süleyman attend the winter festival known as Bocuk Gecesi, held on the darkest night of the year, and witness a magic trick whereby a young man, Emir Kaya, disappears. While İkmen investigates how the illusion took place, Süleyman conducts a tortuous hunt for Emir Kaya that exposes a harrowing tale of depravation, betrayal and corruption where the bloodline of a child is worth killing for and everything has its price . . .Praise for Barbara Nadel's novels:'Complex and beguiling: a Turkish delight' Mick Herron'İkmen is one of modern crime fiction's true heroes, complex yet likeable, and the city he inhabits - Istanbul - is just as fascinating' The Times 'Barbara Nadel's distinctive Istanbul-set Inspector İkmen thrillers combine brightly coloured scene setting with deliciously tortuous plots' Guardian
Darling Girls: A heart-pounding suspense novel about sisters, secrets, love and murder that will keep you turning the pages
by Sally HepworthA thrilling page-turner about sisterhood, secrets, love and murder by Sally Hepworth, the New York Times bestselling author of The Soulmate and The Mother-in-Law.It’s not just secrets buried at Wild Meadows.For as long as they can remember, Jessica, Norah and Alicia have been told how lucky they are. Rescued from their own family tragedies, they were raised by a loving foster mother on an idyllic farming estate and given an elusive second chance for a happy family life.But the girls’ childhood wasn’t quite the fairy tale everyone thinks it was. And when a body is discovered under the home they grew up in, the three foster sisters find themselves thrust into the spotlight as key witnesses.It’s time for them to return home as adults. The only question is are they innocent victims or the prime suspects for murder?With darkly comic timing and insidiously twisting plots, Sally Hepworth’s novels are guaranteed to keep you turning the pages . . .Authors love Sally Hepworth:'Completely compulsive' - Jane Harper'Women’s fiction at its finest' - Liane Moriarty'Smart suspenseful, brimming with secrets' - Kate Morton'Clever, chilling and beautifully crafted’ - Adele ParksReviewers love Sally Hepworth:'Very sensitively told' - Daily Mail'Compels from the first page' - Heat'Stunningly clever' - PeopleReaders love Sally Hepworth:***** 'I absolutely loved it and couldn't put it down!'***** 'Twists and turns from start to finish!!'***** 'Suspenseful, and twisty, the most fantastically compulsive reading'***** 'I was gripped from start to finish and I literally couldn’t turn the pages fast enough'
Date with Justice: A Delightfully Cosy Mystery Packed Full of Yorkshire Charm! (The Dales Detective Series #9)
by Julia ChapmanDate with Justice, the ninth novel in Julia's Chapman's witty and engaging Dales Detective series, sees Delilah's brother under suspicion of murder. Can Delilah and Samson prove he's innocent? The Dales Detective Agency is on the brink of closure.Samson O’Brien has returned to his position as an undercover operative for the Met in London, and his relationship with Delilah is under pressure.Their troubles are only multiplied when an ecologist is found dead and the finger of blame is pointed firmly at Delilah’s older brother, Will Metcalfe.It seems an open and shut case. An argument over an ecology report for planning permission which got out of hand, with Will known to have a hot temper. But Delilah won’t accept he’s guilty and neither will Samson.Dropping everything, he returns to Bruncliffe to help prove Will’s innocence. But as the two detectives start digging, they unearth more than they bargained for and soon realise that the price of justice can be very costly indeed.Following on from Date With Evil, this heart-warming and wittily charming novel is perfect for fans of Richard Osman and Robert Thorogood and cosy crime at its very best.'Bags of Northern charm and wit' - Northern Echo
Daughter of Mine: the spine-tingling small town psychological thriller, from the author of THE LAST HOUSE GUEST
by Megan MirandaSometimes the darkest secrets are buried the deepest . . . When Hazel Sharp, daughter of Mirror Lake's longtime local detective, unexpectedly inherits her childhood home, she's warily drawn back to the town - and people - she left behind almost a decade earlier. But Hazel's not the only relic of the past to return: a drought has descended on the region, and as the water level in the lake drops, long-hidden secrets begin to emerge, including evidence that may help finally explain the mystery of her mother's disappearance . . .READERS LOVE MEGAN MIRANDA'S THRILLERS'Compelling and beautifully written!' 5* READER REVIEW'Megan Miranda is a phenomenal writer' 5* READER REVIEW'Suspenseful, riveting' 5* READER REVIEW
Daughters of Pengollan
by Elaine SingerThe past can never be forgotten ... In Cornwall, a jaded Shannon is barely surviving off-grid in a caravan whilst her estranged childhood friend, Rosa, is living in luxury in a showcase house. Then, out of nowhere, somebody starts sending them threatening messages, and their carefully hidden pasts start to unravel. Having not seen each other since tragedy struck on their fifteenth birthdays, they are forced to come together to work out who is stalking them. Whoever it is wants to make them suffer, but why? Could it be connected to the events of that traumatic day? As the threats escalate, each of them is haunted in very different ways by their past actions, but the one thing Shannon and Rosa can agree on is they must find their tormentor before they take everything from them, including their lives. But are they prepared for the truth?
Day One
by null Abigail Dean*The breathtaking new novel from the bestselling author of Girl A* Marty told the reporters that she saw it happen. She saw the gunman enter the hall. She saw her mother die trying to protect them all. That’s the version of Day One Marty wishes was true. But strange inconsistencies in her story begin to surface. Details that don’t add up. Questions she can’t answer. The story ignites. Amidst the media frenzy, conspiracy theorists become obsessed with exposing what really happened. And at the epicentre of it all is a small community changed forever. Survivors crushed by guilt. Families torn in half. Outsiders consumed by the hunt for truth. Each has their own version of Day One. Each must grapple with this tragedy, even as fanatics question whether it ever really happened at all. But what did Marty really see? And why would she lie? As events spiral out of control, the true story is revealed, piece by shocking piece. Day One is an unflinching and heart-breaking exploration of our obsession with tragedy – and what it really means to live it. *Praise for DAY ONE* ‘I couldn’t put this down… layered, frightening, moving.’ Stacey Halls ‘DAY ONE is a devastating, beautiful novel written with such skill, grace and compassion that I couldn't stop reading through the tears’ Jennifer Saint ‘Gripping and beautifully written, DAY ONE confronts the darkest parts of human nature with guts and grace. I loved it.’ Emilia Hart ‘A gripping examination of a community devastated … A chilling, thought-provoking read. Brilliant.’ Shari Lapena ‘Utterly gripping.’ Juno Dawson ‘Intriguing and brave, a beautiful writer.’ Adele Parks ‘Abigail Dean is a masterful writer and this is an exceptionally skilful book – brutal yet beautiful’ Clare Mackintosh
Dead Animals
by Phoebe Stuckes'Searing' Observer'A blistering, unbearably tense read' i'Wonderfully chilling . . . a delectable slice of defiantly queer menace' Leon Craig, author of Parallel HellsThere is something creeping at the edge of your vision, lingering somewhere just out of focus. All it would take is to let your mind wander, to let it come into view.A young woman wakes after a house party with scratches and bruises - and a gap in her memory. As the violent truth comes back to her - a series of events she struggles to name - her anger grows.Solace comes in the form of enigmatic, captivating Helene, who knows what the man at the party did, has suffered at his hands too. An act of violence demands one in return and Helene is planning revenge. But who can afford to ask for justice, when the cost is murderously high?'A brilliant, chilling, furious novel. Real, relatable, and unputdownable'Rachel Long, author of My Darling from the Lions'A brutal, blistering horror story about precarious lives. Part Eileen, part Carrie. I gulped it down'Clare Pollard, author of Delphi
Dead Heat: The criminally good gangland thriller from the Queen of the Underworld
by Jessie KeaneThe gripping new gangland thriller from the Sunday Times bestseller and Queen of the Underworld, Jessie Keane.Once, he loved her. Now he's going to put her away for murder.Christie Doyle is living the dream: she has a beautiful mansion on the South Downs with an infinity pool and stables, and her husband, Kenny, spoils her rotten. It's her birthday and she is the centre of the most amazing party.And then the bombshell drops. Kenny confesses to an affair and asks for a divorce. Worse is to come when the 'other woman'- Lara, nineteen years old and pregnant with Kenny's child - is found dead.Suspicion falls on Christie and the Doyles' life is ripped apart as the police hunt for evidence: lead investigator DCI Dexter Cooper is a face from Christie's own troubled past and he knows better than anyone what she is capable of.The race to unmask a killer is on...
Dead Man's Hand (Taskforce #18)
by Brad TaylorThe gripping new thriller by New York Times bestselling author Brad Taylor. Pike Logan investigates a threat to a key European ally… and discovers a secret that could lead to world annihilation.To finally end the war between their nations, a band of Ukrainian partisans known as the Wolves team up with members of Russia's military intelligence to try to assassinate President Vladimir Putin.But Putin is aware of the traitors in his midst. Loyal head of the National Guard, Victor Petrov, is expected to neutralise the threat - after he prevents Sweden from joining NATO by assassinating a key Swedish politician.After receiving intelligence about a threat to Sweden, the U.S. sends Pike Logan to identify Victor's target- only for him to get caught in the crossfire between Russian agents and the Wolves. Pike must follow a trail across Europe to find the answers he needs.Though Pike believes the Wolves' mission justified, he discovers their operation has unimaginable consequences. The Dead Man's Hand nuclear response, a relic of the Cold War, is still operational - and Russia's missiles will be launched in the event of the president's death...The latest explosive thriller former Special Forces officer Brad Taylor, perfect for fans of Lee Child, Jack Ryan, and David Baldacci.'Pike Logan is a feisty, devil-may-care hero.' Steve Berry'Pike ranks right up there with Jason Bourne, Jack Reacher and Jack Bauer.' John Lescroart
A Deadly Indifference: A Henry Spearman Mystery
by Marshall JevonsProfessor and amateur detective Henry Spearman trails a killer in the UK, using economics to try to solve the caseHarvard professor Henry Spearman—an ingenious amateur sleuth who uses economics to size up every situation—is sent by an American entrepreneur to Cambridge, England. Spearman&’s mission is to scout out the purchase of the most famous house in economic science: Balliol Croft, the former home of Professor Alfred Marshall, John Maynard Keynes&’s teacher and the font of modern economic theory. After a shocking murder, Spearman realizes that his own life is in danger as he finds himself face-to-face with the most diabolical killer in his career.
Death at a Shetland Festival
by Marsali Taylor'This series is a must-read for anyone who loves the sea, or islands, or joyous, intricate story-telling.' ANN CLEEVESCrowds are gathered for a concert at Shetland's renowned folk music festival when there's a shocking discovery - international folk legend Fintan Foley has been stabbed backstage. Sailing sleuth Cass Lynch and her partner DI Gavin Macrae are in the audience and must untangle a complicated case where nothing is quite what it seems. Cass soon discovers that Foley's smiling stage persona concealed links with Shetland. He'd worked here in the 80s, the days when oil brought wealth to the islands.Has a long-buried secret risen to the surface - and will it make Cass a target for a cold-blooded killer?Atmospheric and gripping, Death at a Shetland Festival is the latest instalment in the much-loved Shetland Mystery series by Marsali Taylor. Perfect for fans of Ann Cleeves and Elly Griffiths.
Death Comes to St Ives (The Edge of the World Detective Agency #3)
by null Jo SilvaDon’t miss the next Donna ‘Deadly’ Nightshade cosy mystery! Welcome to The Edge of the World Detective Agency ‘Here we go again…’ Amateur sleuth Donna Nightshade should really be used to being accused of murder by now – after all, she’s found herself the prime suspect in nearly every case she’s investigated in the past year! – but when St. Ives sees not one, not two, but three suspicous deaths in quick succession, and Donna finds herself in the wrong place at the wrong time for each one, she’s forced to defend her good name once again. Yet when she’s faced with unfinished business – in the form of DS Joe Enys, assigned to stick to her side and oversee her investigation – she realises there are some interesting benefits to having a murderous reputation… Book 3 in The Edge of the World Detective Agency series follows Donna ‘Deadly’ Nightshade – former florist turned private eye – in her bid to crack a new case amidst the dramatic cliffs and secret coves of Cornwall. Readers ADORE The Edge of the World Detective Agency: 'As always, Donna is one of the best protagonists in cozy mysteries. If you haven’t read this series yet, what are you waiting for?’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A well written mystery with humour as well as twists and turns … I loved it and devoured it in a sitting.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book is packed full of mystery, full of interesting characters and set in an incredible location.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A good cozy mystery with fascinating characters, sneaky twists, and incredible red herrings. Great cozy read!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The perfect read to escape from everyday life and imagine you are racing around Cornwall solving a murder’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘You know when you've enjoyed a book so much that at the end you want to immediately return to page one and start again.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Death in a Lonely Place (Jake Jackson #2)
by Stig AbellA beautifully written new crime thriller you won’t want to miss!
Death in Nonna's Kitchen (Old Forge Café Mysteries)
by Alex CoombsWhen famous TV chef Matteo McLeish turns up at the Old Forge Café and offers chef Charlie Hunter a place in his kitchen for the duration of Hampden Green's local opera festival, she thinks it's because he rates her cooking skills. In fact it's because he's heard she's good in a crisis. The wholesome star of Nonna's Kitchen is being blackmailed by one of his team. Tempted by an improbably large pay cheque and the boost to to her CV, Charlie accepts his offer. Does the threat lie close to home, or back in Italy with Matteo's culinary roots? And can Charlie find the blackmailer before she's swept up in an avalanche of death and scandal?
Death of a Spy: A Hamish Macbeth Mystery (Hamish Macbeth #130)
by M.C. Beaton R W GreenAll Sergeant Hamish Macbeth ever wants is a quiet life in the tranquil surroundings of Lochdubh, his home village in the Scottish Highlands. Although the area he polices is vast, he's happiest when he's working alone, yet the police authorities insist he has an assistant. In the past, they have supplied a variety of problematic misfits, but they surpass themselves with their latest effort - an American named James Bland.Having met Bland previously, when he was left in no doubt that the American led a life coloured by secrets and skulduggery, Hamish isn't surprised when he discovers the real motive behind Bland's police secondment involves him in helping track down a spy ring, some members of which have met grisly ends.That investigation tears Hamish away from Lochdubh at a time when the village is suffering a disturbing spate of increasingly violent burglaries. The identity of the burglar, however, is a perplexing mystery. All of that blows Hamish's quiet life out the window and puts a serious strain on his relationship with female paramedic, Claire. Can Hamish cope with the murky world of espionage, seek out the spies before anyone else is murdered, capture the Lochdubh burglar before his nocturnal rampage runs out of control and rescue his sadly neglected love life? Only time will tell...Praise for the Hamish Macbeth series:'This Hamish Macbeth novel maintains Beaton's distinctive voice and includes the usual village eccentrics, loads of Scottish lore, and the light humor that Beaton fans have loved through the years. . . A definite purchase for all mystery collections' Starred Review, Library Journal'Unmissable!' Peterborough Telegraph'First rate ... deft social comedy and wonderfully realized atmosphere.' Booklist'It's always a treat to return to Lochdubh.' New York Times'Readers will enjoy the quirks and unique qualities of the cast ... Beaton catches the beauty of the area's natural geography and succinctly describes its distinct flavour.' Library Journal'Befuddled, earnest and utterly endearing, Hamish makes his triumphs sweetly satisfying.' Publishers Weekly"A tale of international intrigue mixed with local Scottish flavor, "Death of a Spy" is a fast-paced read, and will thrill all Hamish fans. Once again, Rod Green, writing as M.C. Beaton, creates a masterful and fun spy tale, which incorporates all of Beaton's beloved Scottish characters...The Hamish MacBeth mysteries are like peanuts. When you read one, you cannot stop. After finishing "Death of a Spy," readers will itch for the next Hamish MacBeth installment." New York Journal of Books
Death on the Lusitania: An Agatha Christie-Inspired WW1 Mystery on a Luxury Ocean Liner (Patrick Gallagher #1)
by R. L. GrahamThe ship was doomed before it ever left port. His fate was sealed before he ever stepped on board. From R. L. Graham, Death on the Lusitania is an immersive WW1 historical novel set aboard the ill-fated ocean liner.'Set on a doomed ocean liner, this engaging and well researched mystery is perfect for lovers of Agatha Christie and Dorothy L Sayers' – Philip Gray, author of Two Storm Wood, The Times Thriller of the YearWelcome on board the Lusitania’s final voyage . . .New York, 1915. RMS Lusitania, one of the world’s most luxurious ocean liners, departs for war-torn Europe. Among those on board is Patrick Gallagher, a civil servant in Her Majesty’s government tasked with escorting a British diplomat back to England.When a fellow passenger is believed to have shot himself in his cabin, Gallagher is asked by the captain to investigate the scene but one crucial detail doesn’t fit. The man’s body was discovered in a locked cabin with the key inside and no gun to be found. Was it really suicide? Or murder?Gallagher believes one of the passengers is a deadly killer - one who could strike again at any moment. And all the while, the ship sails on towards Europe, where enemy submarines patrol dark waters . . .
Death on the Thames: the unmissable new murder mystery from the award-winning writer and former MP (Louise Mangan)
by Alan Johnson'A cracking crime thriller' The SunTHERE'S BLOOD ON THE WATER. NO ONE IS SAFE...1999. A young Detective Constable Louise Mangan crosses the Thames one misty morning in pursuit of a killer. She finds a tranquil community on a leafy island close to Hampton Court Palace, but soon realises that all is not as it seems. There is something evil at play in this quiet suburb, and this junior detective's questions seem only to scratch the surface.Twenty years later, a horrific fire brings Detective Chief Superintendent Mangan back to that same island. Soon, she discovers that murder was just a drop in these dark waters.The river runs deep, and the tide is rising at last. Will the truth rise with it?Praise for Alan Johnson's novels:'A punchy thriller' Irish Independent'A fast-paced who-done-what' SAGA Magazine'Featuring espionage, the Russian Mafia and a gorgeous female on a train with a deadly secret, the tantalising plot has set Alan up for dominance of the bestseller charts for years to come' Fiona Phillips'Is there no limit to his talents? . . . I absolutely loved Alan's new thriller, it's brilliant' Hunter Davies'Johnson's writing style is easy, relaxed, self-deprecating . . . impressive' Observer'Johnson writes wonderfully' Telegraph'This boy can write . . .' The Spectator
Death on the Tiber (Flavia Albia)
by Lindsey DavisRome is in chaos. The empire of a mobster chief is falling apart following his death. Rivals, fearsome relatives and associates are taking up position to vie for the spoils. With hideous murders in the streets of Rome, a lone female traveller arrives with an agenda of her own. But when her corpse is dragged out of the river bearing signs of foul play, Flavia Albia is drawn in, concerned about her fellow Briton's fate. Albia's quest to find the killer becomes deeply personal when she discovers a man at the centre of the plot is an old adversary of hers. Will she be obsessed by revenge? Can she let the past go, or will it consume her?
The Detention Detectives: Murder By Mistake (The Detention Detectives #2)
by Lis Jardine‘Top-grade misbehaviour’ – THE GUARDIANTHE DETENTION DETECTIVES ARE BACK! And there's been another murder...Headstrong LYDIA leads the new case. As a school reporter, she’s great at getting the facts. But when someone unexpected arrives at Gran’s, it’s clear she’s missing some clues…Sensitive DANIEL is convinced this case is linked to their first. As a young carer he’s got a lot on his plate, so he needs the trio to work on this together. He just needs to persuade…Not-so-new-boy JONNO, who’s settled in at Hanbridge High. But he’s so distracted by his new band – maybe solving crimes just isn’t cool anymore? Or maybe he’s scared of finding out the truth…Can you solve the case before THE DETENTION DETECTIVES?Praise for book one:'a fresh new take on the murder mystery genre' - The School Library Association'Friendship, trust, courage and determination are at the heart of this extremely funny murder-mystery tale' - BookTrust'Lis Jardine is an exiting new voice...This new school set crime series is well worth investigating' - LoveReading4Kids'splendidly assured' - The Guardian
The Devil You Know (DS Max Craigie Scottish Crime Thrillers #5)
by null Neil Lancaster‘A tense and twisty thriller that had me gnawing my fingernails one minute and laughing out loud the next.’ Marion Todd A CASE GONE COLD Six years ago, Beata Dabrowski arranged to meet her lover in Glasgow and was never seen again. There were no leads. . . until now. AN UNRELIABLE WITNESS Imprisoned gang boss Davie Hardie wants to talk in exchange for his freedom. He knows exactly where Beata is buried, and he’s prepared to take the police to her grave. A KILLER DESPERATE TO ESCAPE But when the mission to locate Beata’s body is hijacked, DS Max Craigie is drafted on to the case. Someone is selling secrets. Max will stop at nothing to expose police corruption and uncover Beata’s murderer. . . but can you ever really trust a killer to catch a killer? Don’t miss the next book in the DS Max Craigie series! Fans of Ian Rankin and Marion Todd will love this utterly gripping Scottish thriller! Praise for The Devil You Know ‘Neil Lancaster is one of the most exciting, innovative crime writers in the UK right now… One of the best police procedurals I’ve read in a long time. Consider me a fan’ M. W. Craven ‘Action-packed & lightning-paced with some of the best dialogue I’ve read. I’m a huge fan of Lancaster and he’s a true rising star in crime fiction. Explosive & compelling’ Helen Fields ‘As hard as it is to believe, these books just get better and better’ Tony Kent ‘A wickedly clever and riveting thriller’ Graham Bartlett ‘Neil Lancaster just gets better and better. This is a gripping read that feels entirely authentic, seasoned with lovely flashes of humour' Cass Green ‘Smashed through it, top work!’ Callum McSorley
The Dinner Party: The must-read unputdownable new psychological thriller of 2024!
by Rebecca HeathThe new exciting thriller by Rebecca Heath, author of THE SUMMER PARTY. A dark and twisty domestic thriller set in a seemingly idyllic suburban neighbourhood, where family secrets are best kept buried...FOUR COUPLES.Summer 1979. In the idyllic suburban neighbourhood of Ridgefield, during a scorching heat wave, four couples gather for their weekly dinner party.AN ORDINARY EVENING.When Frank Callaghan checks on the sleeping children, he finds an empty crib where his four-month-old daughter Megan should be sleeping. The party-goers swear they didn't see anything but each of them has something to hide.THE BEGINNING OF A NIGHTMARE.Forty years later, a stranger knocks at the Callaghan's door claiming to be Megan. The family are sceptical until they see what she is holding – the blanket she was wrapped in the night she disappeared. Where has Megan been all this time? And how well do you really know your neighbours?Readers love The Dinner Party! 'Full of twist and turns. I really enjoyed this and it kept me hooked, I wanted to keep reading until I'd solved it!' NetGalley Reviewer, 4 stars'Adrenaline-fueled, keeping me perched on tenterhooks, eager for the climax.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars'What a fun fast paced modern thriller! I loved the plot… What a great thriller!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars'Excellent story that kept me on my toes. A must read for true crime lovers.' NetGalley Reviewer, 4 stars'Once I started reading it, I couldn't put it down…. was everything i didnt know I needed.' NetGalley Reviewer, 4 stars'You'll immediately find yourself unwilling to put it… I was genuinely not expecting most of the twists and turns… Fabulous read!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars'Got swept into the summer of '79 in Ridgefield... every page holds a new twist… kept me hooked… A thrilling ride from start to finish!' NetGalley Reviewer, 4 stars'I was on the edge till the end and the twists always surprised me… executed perfectly… a fun ride.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars'Wow what a book… I could not put it down.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars'This was a fantastic book… couldn't stop guessing where it would all lead to'. NetGalley Reviewer, 4 stars'Loved it and it kept me guessing.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars'Read in one sitting.' NetGalley Reviewer, 4 stars'Wow, what a fantastic domestic thriller!!' NetGalley Reviewer, 4 stars'Family drama at its Best!!!' NetGalley Reviewer, 4 stars