A NIGHT FOUR FRIENDS COULD NOT FORGET. A LIFETIME OF SECRETS. 'A gripping read that I found impossible to put down ? ? ? ? ?' Real reader'The twist was brilliant ? ? ? ? ?' Real reader'A masterpiece of Irish fiction...shocks you to the core with secrets that you cannot imagine ? ? ? ? ?' Real reader _______ From the number one bestselling author of The Paper Bracelet and The American Girl comes a compelling story of friendship, a small town, and a big secret . . . filled with warmth, drama and an unforgettable twist, The Night of the Party is perfect for fans of Kathryn Hughes, Susan Lewis and Emily Gunnis.January 1982. In the rural village of Kilmitten, the Crossan family is holding its annual party during the biggest snowstorm Ireland has seen in decades. By the end of the night, the parish priest has been found dead, in suspicious circumstances. For Tom, Conor, Tess and Nina, four teenage friends who were there, life will never be the same. One of them carries a secret and, as the years pass and their lives diverge, a bond that won't be broken silently holds. As the thirty-fifth anniversary of the priest's death approaches, Conor, now a senior police officer, has reason to believe that Tom - a prominent politician - can help identify the killer. As his dilemma draws the four friends back together, all are forced to question their lives and to confront their differences.*THE LETTER HOME, THE NEW NOVEL FROM RACHAEL ENGLISH, IS AVAILABLE NOW* _______ FIND OUT WHY READERS LOVE RACHAEL ENGLISH: 'Beautiful, compelling and sincere in the way of the best stories and the best books' Irish Independent'Paints a vivid picture of a changing Ireland' Irish Times'Outstanding. I was on the edge of my seat ? ? ? ? ?' Real reader 'It broke my heart. Rachael has managed to tell a truly heartbreaking story beautifully and with real grace and dignity ? ? ? ? ?' Real reader 'Beautifully written and enjoyable ? ? ? ? ?' Real reader 'I loved this book. Despite the subject matter this book is very uplifting ? ? ? ? ?' Real reader 'A beautifully written story, uncovering some untold truths ? ? ? ? ?' Real reader 'An addictive read ? ? ? ? ?' Real reader 'Could not put it down. Highly recommend ? ? ? ? ?' Real reader

The Killing meets Dublin Murder Squad in this addictive, atmospheric new crime thriller.At age 39, Logan Cooper’s hard-earned detective career is hanging on by a mere thread. A shocking new case brings his past careening into the present.Becca was the girl everyone wanted but no one could have—no one but him. They’d loved each other. Her suicide at age 18 broke Logan. The heartache never fully healed. But nothing could have prepared him for the shock of what came next.Relax, this won’t be so bad.After all, this isn’t the first time you’ve died.Reluctantly paired with his new partner, Detective Reggie Hawkins, Logan sets off to unravel the mystery of the woman who died twice. The woman he loved. The detectives are led down a twisty trail brimming with secrets. As evidence in the case begins to fall into place, Detective Cooper is suddenly left questioning his own sanity. The impossible seems possible and everything becomes more twisted than ever.Book 1 of the Logan Cooper SeriesMore books in the series:1. DARK LIES2. CRUEL IRONY3. DOUBLE EDGED4. TWISTED GAME

Politics and love can make strange—and sometimes deadly—bedfellowsUSA Today Bestselling Author Susan Kiernan-Lewis is back with another exciting romp through Paris with her quirky older sleuth Claire Baskerville.When a high-ranking American politician is murdered in the bed of a young sex-worker, the US embassy and the Paris police make fast work of its obvious political implications and blanket the case. It never made the papers—or social media—but when the politician’s daughter, Madeleine, comes to Claire and Jean-Marc—now working together—to beg them to find the truth about her father’s death, they know they must help.In the process they discover a harrowing secret that many powerful people will do anything to hide--including the murder of a young American woman determined to get justice for her father.This book is a clean read: no graphic violence, sex or strong languageGenre: Mystery/thriller, women amateur sleuth, cozy animal (dog)

All Ellie knows is she must make everyone, including herself, believe. . . ‘I didn't start the fire.’Twenty-seven-year-old climate journalist Ellie Stone has spent her life locked in an unending sibling rivalry with her brother, Josh, star athlete and golden boy–turned–drug addict. One night, after their parents leave her to “babysit” Josh, the siblings have a fight and Ellie abandons him. Returning to fetch her forgotten laptop, she finds the house consumed in fire—and Josh burnt beyond recognition. Social media takes this on as a local cause célèbre, blaming Ellie since, years ago, she was involved in a blaze that scarred a frenemy in high school. Is history repeating itself? In shock, Ellie can’t recall: did she leave a lit cigarette in her family home? The police suspect arson; at first they suspect her. But then, what about the unknown vehicle that was spotted in the driveway as the flames erupted? The only people sympathetic to Ellie are her brother’s best pal—who quickly becomes her new romantic partner—and Josh’s girlfriend, who lets on that their relationship might not have been what it seemed. Searching for answers, Ellie grows closer to her brother’s inner circle and, in the process, discovers secrets that make her question whom to trust, how to stay out of danger, and how to save her own future. With razor-sharp precision, Nicole Bokat again pieces together fiercely drawn characters, psychological landmines and twisty storylines into a fiery psychological suspense that will engulf you with every turned page. “A tumultuous narrative that will confound readers’ expectations and keep them guessing.”—Kirkus Reviews

Meet Detective Hedley Sharpe in this brilliant new British crime series full of stunning twists.Before you embark on a journey of revenge, you should dig two graves . . .Day 1. Chloe Todd believes her baby daughter is sleeping peacefully in her pram in the back garden. She lifts away the blanket to check on her — and gasps in shock.Chloe’s neighbour calls the police. But all is not as it seems . . .Day 2. Superintendent Hedley Sharpe is called to the city centre. A body is discovered in a cellar beneath an empty shop. A single shot to the head. The victim has been dead at least a year.Day 3. A second body is found in the cellar next door. Again a single bullet wound in the head. But this time the body is fresh.Hedley Sharpe doesn’t believe in coincidences. The two murders must be linked. Then he uncovers a connection to housewife Chloe Todd — and the case takes an extraordinary twist.Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Rachel McLean, Joy Ellis, J.D. Kirk, Rachel Abbott, Elly Griffiths or J.M. Dalgliesh.READERS LOVE DIG TWO GRAVES:????? ‘Weaves an intricate plot of suspense and intrigue . . . A must-read.’ Iwona P.????? ‘So full of action and extraordinary twists . . . Loved it.’ Booklover Bev????? ‘Packed with shocks and surprises.’ Carol S.????? ‘A riveting thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat from the first page to the last . . . A tour de force of the crime genre.’ Chantelle B.???? ‘Loved this . . . Captured me from the start.’ Kelsey S.???? ‘A great start for a new character. I loved this book.’ Nicole C.????? ‘A clever, excellent, engrossing police procedural. Can’t wait for the next one.’ Misfits FarmTHE DETECTIVESuperintendent Hedley Sharpe is a long-serving detective working for Manchester’s Major Crime Division. He is something of a rough diamond, but has an excellent clear-up rate. A widower, Hedley lives a lonely life, existing on fast-food takeaways. His wife Emily was murdered some years previously. Her killer was never caught.

Recently widowed and caring for his young son, Andy Boyd thinks his life is over, until he meets the beautiful, enigmatic Anna. And that was his first mistake ... A startling, emotive and stark psychological thriller from one of Scotland's bestselling crime writers... 'A stark, gripping storyline' Scots 'Strong female characters, honest, pithy dialogue and ever-present empathy for the victims make this a deeply satisfying read' Sunday Times 'Vivid, visceral and compulsive' Ian Rankin _________________Some secrets should never be kept... Andy Boyd thinks he is the luckiest man alive. Widowed with a young child, after his wife dies in childbirth, he is certain that he will never again experience true love. Then he meets Anna. Feisty, fun and beautiful, she's his perfect match ... and she loves his son like he is her own. When Andy ends up in the hospital on his wedding night, he receives his first clue that Anna is not all that she seems. Desperate for that happy-ever-after, he ignores it. A dangerous mistake that could cost him everything. A brave, deeply moving, page-turning psychological thriller, A Suitable Lie marks a stunning departure for one of Scotland's finest crime writers, exploring the lengths people will go to hide their deepest secrets, even if it kills them... _________________ 'Malone tackles the taboo subject of female violence against men with insight and compassion (for Anna is no one-dimensional witch), while creating all the hallmarks of a fine, page-turning psychological thriller' Daily Mail 'A mystery involving some disturbing account anomalies at Andy's bank is appropriately overshadowed by Malone's painful depiction of a man in turmoil' Publishers Weekly 'It's a tough high-wire act, balancing believability with surprise, but the author pulls it off with aplomb. Excellent stuff' Doug Johnstone, The Big Issue 'Disturbing but compulsive ... I loved it' Martina Cole 'Bristling with unease, this is domestic noir at its very darkest, twisting the marriage thriller into a new and troubling shape' Eva Dolan 'A deeply personal thriller that will keep the reader turning those pages, with twists and turns designed to keep the heart pumping' Russel D. McLean 'A tightly wound page-turner with real emotional punch' Rod Reynolds 'A dark and unnerving psychological thriller that draws you deep into the lives of the characters and refuse to let go' Caroline Mitchell 'A chilling tale of the unexpected that journeys right into the dark heart of domesticity' Marnie Riches 'Emotionally intelligent and engaging' Caro Ramsay 'A story that I won't forget in a hurry. Malone is a massive talent' Luca Veste 'A disturbing and realistic portrayal of domestic noir with a twist ... a shocking yet compelling read' Mel Sherratt 'Malone perfectly balances storytelling with a brutal commentary on a dysfunctional relationship' Sarah Ward