For fans of The Secret History and How to Get Away With Murder comes an exciting new voice in suspense fiction. Ten years working as a prosecutor have left Meredith Delay jaded and unsure of what she wants out of life. She’s good at her job, but it haunts her. Her boyfriend wants her to commit, but she keeps him at arm’s length. Then Meredith is assigned to a high-profile prosecution involving the violent murder of a fallen hockey star. At first, it appears to be just another case to work. But when her old friend Julian is accused of the murder, it takes on a whole new dimension. Meredith, Julian, Jonathan, and Lily were a tight-knit group in law school. But now, Jonathan’s defending Julian, and Lily’s loyalties aren’t clear. And when Julian invokes a rare—and risky—defense, Meredith is forced to confront their past. Has something they played at as students finally been brought to death?

From multi-million-selling Joy Ellis, one of Britain’s best-loved crime writers, with over twenty number-one bestsellers.Meet Detective Nikki Galena. She will stop at nothing to avenge her daughter. Under the brooding skies of the Lincolnshire Fens, she pursues the most vicious criminals.The DetectiveDI Nikki Galena: A police detective with nothing left to lose. She’s seen a girl die in her arms, and her daughter will never leave the hospital again. She’s got tough on the criminals she believes did this to her. Too tough. And now she’s been given one final warning: make it work with her new sergeant, DS Joseph Easter, or she’s out.Her PartnerDS Joseph Easter is the squeaky-clean new member of the team. But his nickname “Holy Joe” belies his former life as a soldier. He has an estranged daughter who blames him for everything that went wrong with their family.Their EnemyA ruthless man who holds DI Galena responsible for his terrible disfigurement.The town is being terrorised by gangs of violent thugs, all wearing identical hideous masks. Then a talented young female student goes missing on the marsh and Nikki and Joseph find themselves joining forces with a master criminal in their efforts to save her. They need to look behind the masks, but when they do, they find something more sinister and deadly than they ever expected . . .The SettingThe Lincolnshire Fens: great open skies brood over marshes, farmland, and nature reserves. It is not easy terrain for the Fenland Constabulary to police: with remote Fen villages, dangerous and often misty lanes, and poor telephone coverage. There are still villages where the oldest residents have never set foot outside their own farmland. A visit to the nearest town is a major event. But it has a strange airy beauty to it, and above it all are the biggest skies you’ve ever seen.This totally gripping mystery is perfect for fans of L.J. Ross, Angela Marsons, J.D. Kirk, Elly Griffiths and Ann Cleeves. READERS LOVE DI NIKKI GALENA:????? ‘Brilliant book, loved it!’ Aileen G.????? ‘Another belter of a read from this oh so talented author.’ Ann J.????? ‘A truly wonderful read that kept me engrossed.’ Nicki M.????? ‘Another brilliant book by this author; love the mystery.’ Angela S.????? ‘Well this was a fabulous read . . . The story was full of surprises and I couldn’t stop reading until the final page.’ Michelle G.????? ‘Entrancing, gripping, atmospheric and clever, typical of author Joy Ellis . . . Intensely gratifying book.’ Brenda C.????? ‘A slam bam, totally amazeballs, hard-hitting story that readers will love. Gripping, pulling you in, sending your emotions haywire, right till that ending.’ Booklover Bev????? ‘When a new Nikki Galena comes out you know you’re in for a treat . . . Great read.’ Christine M.

From the international bestselling author of The Girl in the Ice comes a pulse-pounding stand-alone psychological thriller filled with jaw-dropping twists, dark secrets, and deadly consequences.Do you believe Will took his own life?The question echoed through the sterile morgue, bouncing off cold white tiles. Maggie leaned down, resting her forehead against her husband’s. His skin was cold. Her tears burned hot. It had been five days since Will’s death—and the weight of grief was unbearable.Maggie believed her husband was the victim of a violent burglary. Until the police revealed something shocking: Will died by suicide.But that can’t be true. Will wasn’t depressed. He had plans, dreams—reasons to live.In search of solace and answers, Maggie retreats to their quiet holiday home on a remote Croatian island. There, she discovers a hidden letter in Will’s handwriting—one that hints at a long-buried secret and a past he never spoke about.As Maggie digs deeper, she realises Will's death wasn't what it seemed. Someone from his past is watching her. Someone who will stop at nothing to keep the truth buried.Because three can keep a secret… if two of them are dead. WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT FEAR THE SILENCE:‘Robert Bryndza does not disappoint with this stand-alone thriller! Every page had me breathless with anticipation of what was to come. Bryndza is without doubt one of the modern masters of this genre.’ Louise, Netgalley reviewer?????‘What a Phenomenal story! A high-octane page turner. I loved Maggie and the scary island setting was great.’ Sian, Netgalley reviewer ?????‘OMG! This book terrifically twisty . . . hooks from the first page…Electrifying from the moment I picked it up to the minute I put it down. The ending was incredibly satisfying and tied everything up fabulously.’Claire, Netgalley reviewer ?????‘So, my husband may be divorcing me because I canceled dinner plans to finish this book. It’s ok - it was worth it! This thriller is an intense, immersive experience from the very first page. I highly recommend it to all you adrenaline junkies!’ Lisa, Netgalley reviewer ?????‘It’s always brave when a writer of successful series writes their first standalone - did Robert Bryndza pull it off? Hell yeah! This is a fast-paced edge of your seat rollercoaster of a book.’ Donna, Netgalley reviewer ?????‘Author Robert Bryndza hits a home run in this five-star thriller set in London and Croatia. You’ll fly through this book to keep pace with all the action and get to the story’s end which will satisfy every mystery lover.’ Deb, Netgalley reviewer ?????‘I read it in one sitting as every chapter stopped at a cliff hanger in the narrative that made me read the next one. A brilliant book that I am happy to recommend to any fan of a good thriller.’ Patricia, Netgalley reviewer?????