Her 13-year-old sister vanished without a trace. Now the detective must return to the town that destroyed her family.Detective Kaitlyn Carr left Big Bear Lake years ago, escaping the lies and secrets that poisoned her childhood. But when her teenage sister Violet disappears on a quiet mountain road, Kaitlyn has no choice but to go back.Three hours from LA. A lifetime from the truth.The local sheriff calls it a runaway case. Kaitlyn knows better. Her sister's phone is dead. Her backpack abandoned. And the town that raised them is hiding something.While investigating a separate murder case, Kaitlyn uncovers connections that make her blood run cold. The victim knew her sister. The evidence doesn't add up. And someone is watching her every move.In Big Bear Lake, everyone has secrets. Some are willing to kill to keep them buried.As days turn into weeks, Kaitlyn races against time to find Violet before another girl goes missing. But the closer she gets to the truth, the more danger closes in—and the person responsible may be someone she's known her whole life.3-time Silver Falchion Award Winner - Best Book of the Year, Best Investigator Book, Reader’s Choice A pulse-pounding detective thriller with family secrets, small-town suspense, and a desperate search for the truth. First in the addictive Kaitlyn Carr series.Perfect for fans of Robert Dugoni, Melinda Leigh, and Gregg Olsen.

“This is an excellent book… When you start reading, be sure you don’t have to wake up early!”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????Rookie FBI Agent Sierra Knight follows her murdered mother’s footsteps in joining the FBI, determined to solve her cold case. Armed with a box of unsolved murder files, Sierra must hunt an elusive killer across years of history. But stirring up the past may just leave her to be targeted herself…When successful women are found murdered and posed facing away from mirrors, FBI Agent Sierra Knight discovers a killer who's hunting echoes of remembrances past. Racing to decode the pattern behind the victims, can Sierra stop him before another accomplished woman is forced to turn her back on her own success forever?First, Sierra will have to face her mother’s secretive past, learning things about her she never knew—and may never want to know.Should the past be left alone?SECOND GIRL is the first book in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestselling mystery and suspense author Kate Bold, whose bestseller NOT ME (a free download) has received over 3,000 five star ratings and reviews.The Sierra Knight mystery series delivers heart-pounding tension through intricate plots packed with stunning revelations. With her razor-sharp instincts and relentless pursuit of justice, Sierra navigates twisted criminal minds while keeping readers on edge until the final page. Fans of Lisa Gardner, Karin Slaughter, and Patricia Cornwell are sure to fall in love.Future books in the series are also available!“This book moved very fast and every page was exciting. Plenty of dialogue, you absolutely love the characters, and you were rooting for the good guy throughout the whole story… I look forward to reading the next in the series.”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“Kate did an amazing job on this book and I was hooked from the first chapter!”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“I really enjoyed this book. The characters were authentic, and I see the bad guys as something we hear about daily on the news... Looking forward to book 2.”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“This was a really good book. The main characters were real, flawed and human. The story went along quickly and wasn't mired in too many unnecessary details. I really enjoyed it.”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“Alexa Chase is headstrong, impatient, but most of all brave with a capital B. She never, repeat never, backs down until the bad guys are put where they belong. Clearly five stars!”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“Captivating and riveting serial murder with a twist of the macabre… Very well done.”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“WOW what a great read! Talk about a diabolical killer! Really enjoyed this book. Looking forward to reading others by this author as well.”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“Page turner for sure. Great characters and relationships. I got into the middle of this story and couldn’t put it down. Looking forward to more from Kate Bold.”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“Hard to put down. It has an excellent plot and has the right amount of suspense. I really enjoyed this book.”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“Extremely well written, and well worth buying and reading. I can't wait to read book two!”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????

In the tiny town of Hampstead, a killer hides…Fifteen years ago, the double murder of two local women rocked a small Virginia town. Justice was served when Harry Lawson was arrested and found guilty in the brutal slaying of his wife and friend—or so the town believed.When new evidence surfaces proving Harry’s innocence, the town and police are thrust into the national spotlight. After the initial media flurry fades, only one true crime podcaster remains—Gordon Little, a man with a lot to prove and a dubious connection to Lynnleigh, Lisa and Harry’s only surviving child.Inheriting the stone-cold case and determined not to repeat the mistakes of the past, Detective Callie Forde must investigate a town harboring long-buried secrets in a race to find the true killer before he strikes again.

Death isn't always the end...When Detective Sergeant Jamie Brooke is called to investigate a murder at London's prestigious Royal College of Surgeons, she's unprepared for the brutality of the crime. The body of a young woman has been artfully displayed, her organs removed with surgical precision.As Jamie digs deeper, more bodies surface, each one a twisted reflection of medical history. The investigation leads her into the dark world of body modification, secret anatomical collections, and a mysterious group known only as the Lyceum.The only person who might be able to help is Blake Daniel, a reluctant psychic whose gift allows him to read the stories behind ancient objects.Together they must untangle a sinister web of obsession, power, and human experimentation with its roots in the bloody history of surgery. Some collectors will stop at nothing to obtain the specimens they desire...Perfect for fans of Mo Hayder, Tess Gerritsen and Kathy Reichs, DESECRATION is a gripping crime thriller that blends police procedural with a touch of the supernatural. This dark and twisting tale asks: how far would you go to understand the mysteries of life and death?If you're drawn to page-turning mysteries with a visceral sense of place and a protagonist who refuses to surrender, lose yourself in this darkly compelling novel, and discover just how far one detective will go to protect what she loves most.The first book in the bestselling Brooke and Daniel series will keep you turning pages late into the night. Buy DESECRATION now to begin this haunting journey into London's secret history.

“Among the best police procedurals ever” — JAMES ELLROY“The finest of all Scotland Yard series” — NEW YORK TIMESMeet George Gideon: Scotland Yard’s most admired and feared detective.London is a city of dark secrets—and every day brings a new case. From missing persons to brutal murder, armed robbery and devious fraud, Gideon faces a relentless stream of crime with his trademark sharp instincts, powerful presence, and determination that never wavers.These are the cases that made him a legend.This box set includes the first three books in the iconic series:1. GIDEON’S DAYLondon wakes to murder, robbery, violence and fear—and every one of them lands on Commander George Gideon's desk. As Scotland Yard's most respected detective begins what should be a routine day, a succession of urgent cases threatens to overwhelm the Yard. With killers to catch, criminals to track and lives hanging in the balance, Gideon must rely on experience, instinct and sheer determination to keep control.2. GIDEON’S WEEKFor Commander George Gideon, there is no such thing as a quiet week. As crime spreads across London, Scotland Yard faces a relentless succession of murders, robberies, missing persons and desperate investigations. While his detectives race from one crisis to the next, Gideon must hold together a sprawling operation where a single mistake could cost innocent lives.3. GIDEON’S NIGHTAs darkness falls across London, Commander George Gideon begins a shift unlike any other. From lonely suburban streets to the heart of the capital, criminals emerge under cover of night and Scotland Yard faces a series of dangerous new threats.Three gripping investigations. One unforgettable detective. From an Edgar Award-winning author who has sold over 80 million books worldwide. Get the first three books in the series today.Praise for the iconic Gideon of Scotland Yard Series:“Gideon is a bulldozer that never stops … exciting and urgent” SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE“One of the most engaging heroes in current crime literature” LA TIMES“Relentless realism … a brilliant portrayal of a policeman at work” DAILY EXPRESS“Gideon’s London is alive and his author irresistibly readable” PUNCH“A portrait emerges that is probably very much like that of a good police officer” THE SUNDAY TIMES“If you want a favourite detective you can’t do better than Inspector George Gideon of Scotland Yard” OAKLAND TRIBUNE“Gideon is one of the most believable and best drawn figures in mystery fiction” HILARY WAUGH“Some of the best suspense reading ever to come over this desk” KNOXVILLE NEWS-SENTINEL

Meet Julius Katz—Boston’s most brilliant, eccentric, and laziest detective—from Dave Zeltserman, author of the 2026 Edgar Award-winning short story Julius Katz Draws a Straight Flush!The multiple award-winning Julius Katz mysteries have delighted thousands of fans since first appearing on the pages of Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine in 2009. JULIUS KATZ introduced readers to Boston's most brilliant, eccentric, and possibly laziest detective, as well as his sidekick, Archie, a tiny marvel of whizbang computer technology with the heart and soul of a hard-boiled PI. If you haven't had a chance to meet Julius and Archie yet, now's your chance to get caught up in these charming, delightful and very unusual mystery stories as this collection contains the first six Julius Katz mystery stories originally published in Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine, as well as a never-before published novella, JULIUS KATZ AND THE CASE OF A SLICED HAM