They all sold their life insurance policies to the same company. Now they're dead.When a prominent Washington, D.C., attorney is found dead in his office with no apparent cause of death, homicide detectives McDermott "Mac" Burke and Oliver Shaw are called in to investigate. What looks like a natural death quickly becomes something far more sinister when a medical examiner discovers a nearly invisible clue—a tiny puncture mark that suggests murder.As Mac and Oliver dig deeper, they uncover a disturbing connection: the victim had recently sold his life insurance policy to a large viatical company. Soon, other suspicious deaths emerge among people who made the same financial decision. What begins as a single unexplained death escalates into a complex investigation involving greed, corporate deception, and a killer with a powerful incentive to eliminate victims before anyone discovers the truth.With the body count rising and time running out, the detectives must unravel a sophisticated scheme before more lives are lost.Perfect for readers who enjoy: Police proceduralsFinancial crime thrillersComplex homicide investigationsForensic mysteriesWashington, D.C. crime fictionPartner detective seriesFast-paced suspense with investigative detailLegal and corporate conspiracy thrillersFans of Robert Dugoni, John Sandford, David Baldacci, and Michael Connelly will find plenty to love in this gripping debut mystery.Featuring veteran homicide detectives, a unique murder method, forensic investigation, corporate corruption, and a race against time, Incentive for Death delivers a compelling blend of suspense, mystery, and police procedural storytelling set against the backdrop of the nation's capital.

The new unforgettable thriller from New York Times bestselling author K.M. Scott! Connor Jennings has always aimed higher.He wasn’t meant to rot in that dying western Pennsylvania town or settle for a middling management job and a mortgage he can barely afford. He’s got a wife, two daughters, and a future he’s determined to secure, no matter the cost.The past? That was another life. The reckless kid he used to be, the mistakes he buried right after high school? None of that matters now. He’s not that person. Not anymore.But when someone from that buried life suddenly reappears, Connor’s carefully built world begins to crack. Because what he left behind didn’t stay buried.And this time, it’s coming back for him.

Small-town secrets, a hidden predator, and a relentless detective collide in this dark psychological crime thriller set in Sweet Home, Oregon. BookFest Gold Medal for Best Police Procedural/Female Detective.A stolen hammer. A dead suspect. A terrifying trail of murder.Sweet Home, Oregon. Detective Lacey James needs to solve her marriage problems. But with her focus on a culprit escaping after a robbery call, she’s alarmed when she discovers his getaway car hides a chilling collection of rope, gloves, zip ties, and a gun. But her success in hunting him down turns into horror when the man grabs a firearm, killing a fellow officer before himself.As her only lead lies silent on a slab, the dedicated investigator’s suspicions are confirmed after discovering a woman connected to the case is missing. And fearing time is running out for the kidnapped victim, Lacey follows clues to a gruesome scene warning her she might already be too late.Can she unravel the truth before the morgue claims another corpse?Find Her is the nail-biting first book in the Lacey James small-town crime thriller series. If you like sharp-witted heroines, frightening psychopaths, and eye-popping twists, then you’ll love USA Today bestselling author Chris Patchell’s riveting tale of suspense.__________________________________Praise for Find Her:????? “Find Her has all the earmarks of a top-notch psychological thriller.”????? “This fantastic small-town crime thriller is well-written with interesting storylines that captivate your attention the entire time.”????? “Excellent detective work by Lacey James, I loved her dedication to solve the crime and not give up on finding her.”????? “It is a cleverly plotted story with plenty of drama, both crime and personal, some angst, mystery, and thrilling suspense that brings you to the edge of your seat.”????? “Lacey James is very relatable as a modern woman who does her job well while trying to hold everything together in her personal life.”????? “Lacey is strong, smart, and capable.”????? “The view into the mind of Noah was interesting and chilling.”????? “I love the small-town start to the first book in the Lacey James series. What starts out as a robbery sure takes a dark turn.”????? “Officer Lacey James is a great character – tough, believable, tenacious.”????? “This is a very good start to the Lacey James series.”

Discover the first in this breathtaking, unputdownable series from bestselling author Tom Bale. If you're a fan of Reacher - you will LOVE Clayton! ‘A gripping, expertly crafted page-turner’ - Bestselling author Rob SinclairSuddenly Joe was back in the job and doing what he did best… becoming someone else. Mixing with the bad guys in order to bring them down.Three years ago, after an undercover police operation went disastrously wrong, CID officer Joe Clayton lost his career and his family. Forced to adopt a new identity, he lives under the radar, taking whatever jobs he can find. Always looking over his shoulder, always hunted.Now living on the tiny south coast island of Terror's Reach, home to rival business tycoons Robert Felton and Valentin Nasenko, Joe works as a bodyguard to Nasenko's wife, Cassie, and her two children.But when a burning summer's day explodes into violence, and a murderous gang targets the ultra-exclusive community, only one man stands a chance of saving the residents from annihilation. Joe must draw upon all his skills and determination to keep them alive.But nothing is as it seems on Terror's Reach, and a long night of betrayal and murder leaves Joe fighting for his own survival ...*Title previously published as Terror's ReachPraise for Tom Bale:'Tom Bale delivers a relentlessly tense thriller packed with suspense, sharp pacing and vividly drawn characters. Shadow Hunt combines high-stakes action with genuine emotional depth, pulling the reader into a story that's as compelling as it is impossible to put down.' - Bestselling author Rob Sinclair'Very clever and very nasty. Tom Bale is back. With a vengeance.’ - Bestselling author Luke Jennings'A masterclass in nail-biting tension and a true page turner' Bestselling author K. L. Slater'A fantastic thriller. Gripped me from the first page and didn’t let go. Tom Bale is the British Harlan Coben.' John Carson'Tom Bale is one of the best British thriller writers around.' Simon KernickReaders are loving the Joe Clayton series...'A beautifully crafted book Mr Bale. Give me more more more!' ????? Reader Review'Buckle up! Another great read from this superb author' ????? Reader Review'Think of the type of character Reacher is, re-invent him as English and you have Tom Bale's Joe.' ????? Reader Review'Relentless action and drama. Tom Bale's books are brilliant' ????? Reader Review'"Unputdownable" is a cliché but it applies to Bale's books. Conclusion: a great read.'????? Reader Review

A tense, addictive psychological thriller about a Manhattan couple whose lives implode after one secret date goes horribly wrong.Perfect for fans of Lisa Unger, Harlan Coben, and Mark Edwards.ONE NIGHT. ONE DATE. WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO LOSE?Jack and Maria Harper live in a claustrophobic Manhattan apartment with their eight-year-old son, Jonah. Jack has quit booze, but his music career has stalled, and his real estate career isn’t going much better. Maria’s thriving at her corporate job, but her frequent travel strains their already fragile marriage. They love their son, but beyond that, they’re barely holding on.When a former bandmate tells Jack about a new extramarital dating app, he downloads it on a whim…and quickly connects with the mysterious, seductive Sophia. Their online affair escalates fast, and when they finally arrange to meet in person, Jack steps into a trap that will shatter everything he thought he knew about marriage, loyalty, and survival.What begins as a secret date becomes a sinister scheme, one that may cost him his freedom…and his life.PRAISE FOR TOO FAR“A rocket-paced, propulsive and utterly addictive thrill-ride.”—Lisa Unger, New York Times Bestselling Author“If you enjoy being manipulated by a brilliant storyteller with a diabolical mind, then Too Far is your kind of novel. I loved it, pure and simple, and recommend it to anyone.”—Scott Pratt, Author of the Joe Dillard Legal Thrillers“Too Far is another tour de force from the man with the wickedest imagination in crime fiction.”—Mark Edwards, International Bestselling AuthorPreviously published as Fugitive Red (U.S.) and Too Far (U.K)

Risking her life for the job has never been an issue... Until now!Detective Dawn Grave returned to the remote town of her youth to help her estranged sister. She never intended to stay.That all changed after she met her precocious niece and started working with the local police, doing what she does best... Hunting down killers and putting them away.When a young woman's body is discovered entangled in a local fishing trawler's net, Dawn finds herself investigating a former adversary. Les Richardson plays at being an art dealer, but his connection to organised crime is undeniable. The smuggler even orchestrated an attempt on Dawn's life, but she was never able to prove anything before he disappeared.As the evidence mounts, Dawn tracks Richardson down and discovers a new connection she never saw coming—One that paints a huge target on her back.With family so close, she's suddenly afraid it's no longer just her in the killer's crosshairs…