When sixteen-year-old Hannah Sheraton is arrested for the murder of her stepgrandfather, the chief justice of the California Supreme court, her distraught mother turns to her old college roommate, Josie Baylor-Bates, for help. Josie, once a hot-shot criminal defense attorney, left the fast track behind for a small practice in Hermosa Beach, California. But Hannah Sheraton intrigues her and, when the girl is charged as an adult, Josie cannot turn her back. But the deeper she digs the more Josie realizes that politics, the law and family relationships create a combustible and dangerous situation. When the horrible truth is uncovered it can save Hannah Sheraton or destroy them both."This story was inspired by a case my husband handled. As a superior court judge he had to sentence a minor to life in prison. It made me wonder how I felt about minors arrested for violent crimes. Are they most vulnerable among us - capable or horrible violence, perceived as adults and yet emotionally still children?" Rebecca Forster "An enthralling read, with colorful, well-developed characters and the unique atmosphere of the California beach communities." Nancy Taylor Rosenberg"Blending complex psychological character portraits with spot-on accurage courtroom drmaa, Forster's riveting legal thriller keeps the plot twists coming until the last, satisfying page." - Alafair Burke

Scott Blackburn's searing literary debut explores the dangerous world of secrets threatening to upend a rural Southern town, perfect for fans of David Joy and Joe R. Lansdale.For nearly a decade, twenty-nine-year-old Hudson Miller has made his living in the boxing ring, but a post-fight brawl threatens to derail his career. Desperate for money, Hudson takes a gig as a bouncer at a dive bar. That's when life delivers him another hook to the jaw: his estranged father, Leland, has been murdered in what appears to be a robbery-gone-bad at his salvage yard, Miller's Pull-a-Part. Soon after his father's funeral, Hudson learns he's inherited the salvage yard, and he returns to his Bible-belt hometown of Flint Creek, North Carolina, to run the business. But the business is far more than junk cars and scrap metal. It was the site of an illegal gun-running ring. And the secrets don't end there; a grisly discovery is made at the yard that thrusts Hudson into the fight of his life. Reeling for answers, Hudson joins forces with his father's former employee, 71-year-old, beer-guzzling Vietnam vet Charlie Shoaf, and a feisty teenage girl, Lucy Reyes, who's fiercely seeking justice for her own family tragedy. With a murderer on the loose and no answers from the local cops, the trio of outcasts launch an investigation. The shocking truth they uncover will shake Flint Creek to its very core.

????? ‘A great read, with lots of twists and intrigue . . . kept me reading well into the night.’ NetGalley ReviewerA secluded retreat. A storm closing in. A killer among them.Detective Lola Harris is persuaded to take a much-needed break in the remote Scottish Highlands. But Ardaig Castle, an exclusive wellness retreat for the rich and famous, has its own dark secrets.Someone is sending malicious letters to the castle’s employees. The latest, sent to the manager, reads: Why have you employed a killer among your staff?As a storm rages outside, paranoia spreads within. The castle’s wealthy guests are rattled and old wounds are reopened. Then a body is discovered sprawled on the stone-flagged floor of the castle hallway, limbs twisted at an impossible angle.Trapped by the weather, Lola must untangle a web of lies, grudges and hidden pasts before the killer strikes again.Because at Ardaig Castle, not everyone is who they claim to be — and someone will kill to keep their secrets buried.A tense and unputdownable Scottish crime thriller. Perfect for fans of J.D. Kirk, Ian Rankin, Marion Todd, Alex Gray and Val McDermid.READERS LOVE MURDER AT ARDAIG CASTLE:????? ‘A fantastic book.’ NetGalley Reviewer????? ‘A masterpiece.’ NetGalley Reviewer????? ‘A brilliant whodunnit.’ NetGalley Reviewer

????? “This book kept me up late as I had to finish it reading all in one go and only stopped for dinner!” Robert????? “Perfect combination of intrigue, hope, teamwork and relationships. So well written I could almost smell the winter air.” Tom????? “It’s fast-paced, enjoyable, entertaining and unputdownable reading. What a terrific first book for Biba Pearce.” Peggy????? “This could make a great serial killer murder mystery movie, or better yet a mini TV series.” Tony????? “A fast-paced story with surprises coming all the time to keep the reader’s interest. It is a hard one to put down.” ElouiseA SCINTILLATING DEBUT MYSTERY FROM YOUR NEW CRIME FICTION OBSESSION: BIBA PEARCE.Please note this book is a completely revised edition of THE SURREY STALKER.A deranged serial killer targeting brides-to-be. An ambitious young detective. A case that could destroy everything.A young woman is brutally attacked on her way home. It looks like she was the victim of a jilted — and twisted — ex-lover.But then two more women, also engaged to be married, are found dead.The press call the killer the ‘Surrey Stalker’. And there’s a stack of similar cold case files.The pressure is on for young, ambitious DI Rob Miller.But with all the time he’s spending at the office, Rob’s also running a fine line trying to keep his fiancée, Yvette, onside as they try to plan their wedding . . .AN UNSTOPPABLE CRIME MYSTERY THAT YOU WON’T BE ABLE TO PUT DOWNThis page-turning debut is perfect for fans of Helen H. Durrant, James Oswald, Joy Ellis, Angela Marsons, L.J. Ross, Alex Smith and J.M. Dalgliesh.MEET THE DETECTIVEDI ROB MILLERDetective Inspector Rob Miller of the Met is finally given his first case as Senior Investigating Officer. For an ambitious, young detective, this is a dream come true. He’s gunning for promotion, and will do anything for his job, but can he also keep his personal life in check?THE SETTINGThe Murder Investigation Team is based out of leafy Putney, with its overgrown often-flooded riverbanks. One way the river leads into central London, the other out into the countryside. It’s an idyllic setting that masks a criminal underworld.PRAISE FOR THE THAMES PATH KILLER:????? “A very well written police murder mystery with a great plot and well developed, believable characters.” Pete????? “I love the plot and found it very interesting, it kept me guessing throughout.” Sharon????? “It pulled me in and keep me turning the pages. DI Miller is likeable and I look forward to reading more of this series.” Yvonne????? “The beginning of an awesome new thriller/police procedural series. I am so pleased to discover this new author.” Saundra????? “This is a gripping story you won’t want to put down. Twists keep you turning pages.” Sharon????? “I thoroughly enjoyed this book — my first read by this author and I am pleased to find out there are more in this series.” Catherine????? “This story will grip you from the beginning and keep you reading!” PatALSO BY BIBA PEARCEDETECTIVE ROB MILLER MYSTERY SERIESBook 1: THE THAMES PATH KILLERBook 2: THE WEST LONDON MURDERSBook 3: THE BISLEY WOOD MURDERSBook 4: THE BOX HILL KILLERBook 5: THE SOUTH BANK MURDERSBook 6: THE SOHO KILLER

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.