by admin | Mar 13, 2025 | Womens Fiction |
A “deliciously funny” tale of three women in the London publishing industry and the secrets they share over drinks from the author of the Shopaholic novels (
Kirkus Reviews
).
Roxanne is glamorous, self-confident, and secretly involved with a married man. High achiever Maggie has found the one thing she can’t cope with: motherhood. And Candice is burdened with a nagging case of guilt. . . .On the first of every month, they meet at London’s swankiest bar for an evening of cocktails and gossip. They chat about what’s new at the glossy fashion magazine where they work, their world travels, and everything else that’s going on in their lives. Or almost everything. Beneath the girl talk and the laughter, each of the three has a secret. And when a chance encounter at the cocktail bar sets in motion an extraordinary chain of events, each one will find their biggest secret revealed.In
Cocktails for Three
, Madeleine Wickham—author of the
New York Times
–bestselling Shopaholic novels under the name Sophie Kinsella—combines her trademark humor with astute observation to create an edgy, romantic tale of secrets, strangers, and a splash of scandal.“Entertaining . . . Wickham writes a witty tale that goes beyond mere gossip, fashion, and fun; she provides a wickedly insightful look at the choices women make between career, children, and relationships.” —
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by admin | Mar 13, 2025 | Thriller & Suspense |
Katie Reid is a young woman with a good job and a good life. That is, until she discovers it was all a lie. Now, her desperate search for the truth begins. After learning of the terrible events that forever altered her childhood, Katie is compelled to dig into a past no one wants to relive. A past her parents kept hidden from her at all costs. A decades-old investigation is reluctantly unearthed when Katie discovers her role as the lone survivor. It is Detective Marshall Avery who lends her the resources needed to hunt down the person responsible. When that search breathes new life into an old monster—one who has left a trail of innocent blood in his wake—it is too late to turn back. Katie’s desire for retribution places her in great danger and costs her dearly. So when the tables are turned, and the hunted becomes the hunter, will Detective Avery be able to keep Katie from going too far?Introducing Katie Reid in this psychological mystery thriller with an unexpected twist.
by admin | Mar 13, 2025 | Mystery |
From acclaimed author, Nathan Dylan Goodwin comes this exciting new genealogical crime mystery, featuring the redoubtable forensic genealogist, Morton Farrier.
When Morton is called upon by Ray Mercer to investigate the 1911 disappearance of his great aunt, a housemaid working in a large Edwardian country house, he has no idea of the perilous journey into the past that he is about to make. Morton must use his not inconsiderable genealogical skills to solve the mystery of Mary Mercer’s disappearance, in the face of the dangers posed by those others who are determined to end his investigation at any cost.
This is the second book in the Morton Farrier genealogical crime mystery series, although it can be enjoyed as a stand-alone story. The first Morton Farrier novella – The Orange Lilies – follows on from this book and was published 1st December 2014.
‘If you enjoy a novel with a keen eye for historical detail, solid writing, believable settings and a sturdy protagonist, The Lost Ancestor is a safe bet. Here British author Nathan Dylan Goodwin spins a riveting genealogical crime mystery with a pulsing, realistic story line that moves coherently between the 21st and 20th century, weaving past with present in an intriguing manner.’
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by admin | Mar 13, 2025 | Dystopian & Apocalyptic |
Discover the first gripping installment in A.R. Shaw’s Surrender the Sun series—a post-apocalyptic thriller set in the chilling aftermath of a mini ice age.
In Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, Maeve Tildon struggles to keep her young son safe as plummeting temperatures wreak havoc on society. With resources dwindling and threats escalating, Maeve encounters a reclusive ex-soldier, Bishop, whose survival skills may be the key to their endurance. Together, they navigate the brutal conditions and uncover secrets that could mean the difference between life and death—and perhaps, a chance for love in the most unexpected circumstances.
If you love epic survival tales, vividly drawn characters, and thought-provoking what-if scenarios, Bishop’s Honor will captivate you from start to finish. Perfect for fans of Earth Abides and its themes of resilience in a changing world, this story also weaves in a tender romance that will warm even the coldest nights.
? Can they withstand the freeze, or will humanity—and love—shatter in the cold?
Start reading today to embark on this unforgettable journey of survival, hope, and love.
by admin | Mar 13, 2025 | Mystery |
When an ex-con meets an untimely death, the investigation has a slippery start
Found bound and beaten in a warehouse, a convicted criminal leaves a cryptic message before he croaks on the way to hospital.What did he know that was worth killing for? DI McCord sets out on the icy streets of Edinburgh to look for a clue.Elsewhere, vivacious fashion journalist and meddlesome amateur sleuth Amy Thornton is in the doghouse, sent to report on a garden centre, and forbidden from getting involved in any crime capers.But fate seems determined to force their paths to cross, and trouble is rarely far behind.SHIFTING ICE is the fourth standalone mystery in this series by Traude Ailinger. The full list of books is as follows:1. NEAR MISS2. HIGH HAND3. LAST TRAIN FOR MURDER4. SHIFTING ICE5. BRIGHT SPARKS6. FICKLE FORTUNES7. PARTING WORDSAll FREE with Kindle Unlimited and available in paperback.If you like fiction by Katie Gayle, Sabina Manea, Peter Boland and Merryn Allingham, you’ll love these books.
