“A first-rate procedural that builds on the characters in Donoghue’s debut and includes a shocking denouement.” —Kirkus ReviewsJane Bennett, senior Detective Sergeant for the murder squad at her London police precinct, is having a terrible day. Her boss, Detective Inspector Mike Lockyer, has just returned to work after two weeks on “leave,” though Jane knows it was really more like a suspension. He’s still shaken by the loss of a victim in their last murder case, and Jane is still stung that Lockyer didn’t trust her enough to confide in her about the case before it was too late.But neither of them has the luxury of time to dwell on past grievances. Jane has just received a phone call from a good friend saying that her husband Mark Leech, a retired policeman, has disappeared. When Jane finds dramatic blood splatters in the laundry room, she knows Mark is seriously injured at best, and they don’t have any time to waste. And then the body of a young girl is discovered in a tomb under a London greenway, and police resources are stretched even thinner . . . until it starts to look like the two cases might be related.No Place to Die is another spine-tingling mystery with complex, three-dimensional characters from suspense master Clare Donoghue.“Donoghue adroitly builds suspense.” —Publishers Weekly“A superb balance of thrills, forensics, and deep feeling . . . Graphic, suspenseful, and disturbing as this book is, it never feels gratuitous. We look forward to more of Clare Donoghue’s unique brand of procedurals with heart.” —Crime Fiction Lover

Welcome to Hartwell—a picturesque English village full of cobbled streets, pretty cottages... and dark secrets.Lady Lucy Hanleyis struggling to preserve crumbling Hartwell Hall for her son as rumours circulate about her husband’s disappearance. Her best friend, Rachel Foxton feels trapped and lonely. She’s lived in Hartwell all her life and is exhausted after teaching during the pandemic, grieving her beloved father, and battling heartache. Dr. Meera Kumar is a new arrival. She’s always been the good girl, but now she needs to escape her marriage and make a fresh start for herself and her young son. And former London detective Jo Ormondhas been transferred to Hartwell in disgrace. A quiet Yorkshire village where everyone knows your business is the last place she wants to be.A friendship between the four women begins to grow but secrets run through this close-knit community like a loose thread—with just one tug, everything can unravel. Then a body is discovered, and a betrayal threatens them all.Betrayal at the Old Hall is a gripping British murder mystery filled with small-town secrets, suspense, and a twist that will keep you guessing until the final page.First published as Four Hidden Treasures

FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE AWARD-NOMINATED CRIME THRILLER BACK FROM THE DEAD, THE FIRST BOOK IN A NEW SERIES OF GRITTY SCOTTISH MURDER MYSTERIESFREE WITH KINDLE UNLIMITEDHow far would you go to protect yourself if the truth is too hard to swallow?Strathburgh DI Brian Brandon's first murder investigation after a forced leave of absence seems open and shut. A love triangle gone horribly wrong.But, the more he digs into the life of the victim — freelance cybersecurity consultant Ray Higgins — the deeper he's drawn into a complex web of greed and betrayal.With bodies piling up and the press baying for blood, Brian faces a race against the clock. What he hasn't planned on is that his own demons are also hot on his heels.Can he find the killer before they catch up with him, or is he doomed to pay the ultimate price?___________WHAT READERS ARE SAYING:'Vivid, grimy and incredibly immersive' — Anna'Cracking story with twists I didn’t see coming' — Mr LJK'If you enjoy gritty mysteries with surprising outcomes, this is for you' — L E Jenkins

“A gripping mystery starring a fascinating female detective . . . an exciting debut procedural that will leave readers wanting more from Caz Frear.” —BustleTwenty-six-year-old Cat Kinsella overcame a troubled childhood to become a Detective Constable with the Metropolitan Police Force, but she’s never been able to banish these ghosts. When she’s called to the scene of a murder in Islington, not far from the pub her estranged father still runs, she discovers that Alice Lapaine, a young housewife who didn’t get out much, has been found strangled.Cat and her team immediately suspect Alice’s husband, until she receives a mysterious phone call that links the victim to Maryanne Doyle, a teenage girl who went missing in Ireland eighteen years earlier. The call raises uneasy memories for Cat—her family met Maryanne while on holiday, right before she vanished. Though she was only a child, Cat knew that her charming but dissolute father wasn’t telling the truth when he denied knowing anything about Maryanne or her disappearance. Did her father do something to the teenage girl all those years ago? Could he have harmed Alice now? And how can you trust a liar even if he might be telling the truth?Determined to close the two cases, Cat rushes headlong into the investigation, crossing ethical lines and trampling professional codes. But in looking into the past, she might not like what she finds . . .“A gripping mystery.” —People“A dark and smart page-turner.” —The New York Times“Outstanding . . . a confident first novel that successfully melds the police procedural with the psychological thriller.” —South Florida Sun Sentinel

“A dead-serious thriller (with a funny bone)” (The New York Times Book Review), from the author of the New York Times bestselling Spellman Files series, comes the story of a woman who creates and sheds new identities as she crisscrosses the country to escape her past.Forty-eight hours after leaving her husband’s body at the base of the stairs, Tanya Dubois cashes in her credit cards, dyes her hair brown, demands a new name from a shadowy voice over the phone, and flees town. It’s not the first time. She meets Blue, a female bartender who recognizes the hunted look in a fugitive’s eyes and offers her a place to stay. With dwindling choices, Tanya-now-Amelia accepts. An uneasy?and dangerous?alliance is born. It’s almost impossible to live off the grid in the twenty-first century, but Amelia-now-Debra and Blue have the courage, the ingenuity, and the desperation, to try. Hopscotching from city to city, Debra especially is chased by a very dark secret. From heart-stopping escapes and devious deceptions, we are left to wonder…can she possibly outrun her past? The Passenger’s white-knuckled plot and unforeseeable twists make one thing for certain: the ride will leave you breathless. “When the answers finally come, they are juicy, complex, and unexpected. The satisfying conclusion will leave readers rethinking everything and immediately turning back to the first page to start again. Psychological suspense lovers will tear through this thriller” (Library Journal, starred review).

ONE FAMILY EMPIRE. ONE EXPLOSIVE SECRET. ONE FIGHT FOR SURVIVAL.'A page-turning sojourn into the world of perfume - thrilling and unexpected.'Heather Darwent, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Things We Do To Our Friends.In a family business, everything is personal, and nothing stays a secret forever:House of Marcham is under threat. The phenomenally successful fine-fragrance empire has a rich history and is well respected in the perfume industry, but the scent of success masks something far darker. Jesse is poised to succeed his mother at the helm of the business when an explosive protest rocks the House of Marcham 25th anniversary party, setting off a chain of events that will change the Marcham family forever.As his dream of leading the firm evaporates, Jesse fights to save something far more important than the family’s legacy – the lives of those he loves.In the world of luxury fragrance, some perfumes are to die for.Blending the top notes of the must-watch HBO series Succession with the glamourous heart of House of Gucci and base notes that evoke bestselling author T.M. Logan,The Family Secret is your next obsession in contemporary thrillers.Praise for NJ Barker's other novels:'Fast-moving, clever and well written … will only leave you wanting more.'Jennie Godfrey, Sunday Times bestselling author of The List of Suspicious Things.'The writing and plotting were really pacy and engaging, and it reminded me of TM Logan.'Joel Richardson, Publisher for Crime, Michael Joseph.Readers are loving THE FAMILY SECRET:'Plenty of twists and turns, secrets and revelations to keep you guessing. A highly entertaining thriller.'LoveReading Ambassador; Selected as a LoveReading Indie Book We Love'Pacy, complex and intriguing - a thoroughly engaging read. N.J. Barker is a master of well-plotted, fast-moving, very enjoyable thrillers.' Nicole Swengley, author of THE PORTRAIT GIRL'This author keeps getting better and better. I was hooked from the off and couldn't put this down at all…one of the best thrillers I've read in a while. Surprising, daring and riveting.' Bobs and Books (book blogger)'NJ Barker seems to be a hidden gem in the world of contemporary thrillers. THE FAMILY SECRET is compulsively readable; clear a few hours because you're not going to want to put this book down…this was a roller coaster ride right up to the last chapter.' MSMichelleDawn (book blogger)'Clever, fast-paced and hugely enjoyable.' ??????????'One of the best thrillers I've read in a while. Surprising, daring and riveting.' ??????????'With each turn of the page, you'll want to turn faster as the tension and intrigue grow.' ??????????'I read the end on my phone. I could not sleep without knowing what happened.' ??????????'Fast-paced and hugely enjoyable.' ??????????