From USA Today Bestselling Author Kennedy Layne comes a gripping first installment in a crime fiction series that follows Homicide Detective Kinsley Aspen as she navigates a web of small-town secrets while dealing with the haunting truths of her past... A quiet community in northern North Dakota was shattered in the aftermath of two grisly murders. The Fallbrook Killer walked free, thanks to George Aspen's unflinching defense. But for his daughter, Homicide Detective Kinsley Aspen, the acquittal is a scar that refuses to heal—on her career, her conscience, and the town's fragile sense of security. Now, one year later, a mutilated body is found in a desolate barn—the woman’s death horrifyingly reminiscent of the Fallbrook killings. Panic ricochets through the town as whispers of the killer’s return spread like wildfire. Kinsley is thrust into a relentless investigation, but this time, it’s more than a case—it’s a reckoning. Because Kinsley has a secret. A very dark, monstrous secret—the killer they are hunting is a copycat. The real Fallbrook Killer has been dead for a year. She knows this because she was the one who pulled the trigger. As the body count rises and the walls close in, Kinsley must face a terrifying question: how do you stop a killer when the monster might be staring back at you in the mirror?

PRAISE FOR CHRIS BRIDGES‘Hugely gripping’ ABIGAIL DEAN‘A unique new voice’ ERIN KELLY‘Full of surprises’ LESLEY KARA––––––––––––––She’s not there to save her friend. She’s there to silence her. When nurse Laura arrives at her old best friend’s death bed, it’s not out of compassion – it’s out of fear. Her enigmatic friend Sadie is dying, and with her last breath, she might destroy everything.Sixteen years ago, tragedy tore their group of nursing students apart. And Laura has spent every moment since then ensuring the truth never sees the light of day.But as Sadie fades, the past refuses to stay buried. And Laura is about to learn: The dying don’t always go quietly.And some confessions are worth killing for.‘Chilling’ FORBES‘Gripping’ SUNDAY POST––––––––––––––AUTHORS LOVE THE DEATH BED'Sinister and packed with twists' D S BUTLER'The Death Bed kept me intrigued and hooked until the shocking end’ MARIE TIERNEY‘Vivid, harrowing and utterly compelling' LESLEY KARA'As slick as it is sick' JO FURNISS‘Intriguing, atmospheric and unpredictably twisty’ CATHERINE KIRWAN'Darkly atmospheric and gripping’ ASHLEY TATE‘Sick, twisted and impossible to put down!’ NAOMI WILLIAMS‘Intoxicating and riveting’ BONNIE BURKE-PATELPRAISE FOR THE McDERMID DEBUT SHORTLISTED SICK TO DEATH‘Emma is a force to be reckoned with…deliciously dark and twisted, and a lot of fun.’ OBSERVER‘A hugely gripping and enjoyable debut… Clever and witty.’ ABIGAIL DEAN‘A gripping debut from a unique new voice. Bridges writes with a stinging authenticity and tinder-dry humour.’ ERIN KELLY‘A slick and exciting debut that had me devouring each page… A twist to rival Gone Girl left me gasping.’ KATY BRENT‘A dazzling debut, skillfully crafted and full of surprises. Beautifully written, utterly original and shockingly dark.’ LESLEY KARA‘Thrilling, moving and thought-provoking, with a brilliant central character. A skilful suspense novel.’ B. P. WALTER

Kelly Robinson, a 24-year-old economics doctoral student, spent the day on a perilous climb to Abuna Yemata Guh, a 5th-century monolithic church carved into a sheer cliffside in Ethiopia.Inside, the chapel walls were covered with vibrant frescoes, their colors deep and rich, depicting serene biblical figures, saints, and angels.But then something happened that science couldn’t explain.Within hours, the video Kelly captured of the incident went viral.Thousands of miles away, the crew of the Tahila watched in disbelief. If the footage was real, it meant one terrifying thing: the Elixir of Life had been found.And the world was now in grave danger.To make matters worse, Sam Reilly was missing…

FROM TWO MILLION-SELLING AUTHOR STEENA HOLMES AN UNPUTDOWNABLE PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER WITH THE MOST SHOCKING TWIST YOU’LL READ THIS YEAR.My twin brother is the person I’m closest to. But now he frightens me.We both have the same white-blond hair and clear blue eyes. All our lives people have stared at us. So we had to be there for each other.Bryce tried to protect me from our dad. But when he died, I thought I was finally safe.After the funeral, Bryce takes me aside: “Since Dad’s passing . . . well, it’s been going on for a few years now. I’ve been keeping a huge secret from you.”Now I’m lying bruised and broken on a cold floor in a dark room. How I got here is the question. And what they want from me is insane . . .AN EXHILARATING BLEND OF TENSION AND SUSPENSE BY A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHORPerfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Daniel Hurst, Lucy Clarke, Lucy Foley, Shari Lapena, T.M. Logan and Clare Mackintosh.READERS LOVE THE TWIN:????? ‘OMG!! This book is still on my mind days later!’ Kelly H.????? ‘Excellent . . . Lots of twists and turns.’ Marjorie W.???? ‘Oh wow!!! I did not see that plot twist coming!! Such a good story!’ Laura G.????? ‘Wow, what a great read! I flew through this book.’ Ronaldoaj J.???? ‘That explosive reveal knocked me for a loop. It was so surprising.’ Julie K.????? ‘A creepy, twisty thriller that kept me guessing until the end!’ Michelle D.????? ‘A very good, suspenseful thriller that reminded me of books by Freida McFadden, Lucy Foley and Daniel Hurst.’ Pamela H.????? ‘Wow!! A creepy but fantastic read! . . . Kept me glued to my Kindle!’ Debbie B.

An archaeological thriller of hidden treasures, ruthless enemies, and ancient legends waiting to be uncovered.A chest hidden for centuries…A mysterious medallion…A race for the most powerful sword in history…When climber Reed Hascombe stumbles upon a gold medallion sealed inside a tidal cave, he and his friends are thrust into a deadly hunt for a treasure cloaked in ancient legend.But Reed isn’t the only one searching. A ruthless Cornish crime lord will stop at nothing to seize the medallion and the power it promises, turning the rugged coastline into a battleground of danger and deceit.From storm-lashed seas to perilous cliff faces, Reed must push his limits, unravel cryptic symbols, and outwit a merciless enemy before history’s most powerful weapon falls into the wrong hands.Enigma of the Sword delivers an adrenaline-charged archaeological adventure thriller packed with action, suspense, and the allure of ancient legends.Grab your copy of Reed's latest adventure now, and decide for yourself: are some treasures worth killing for?

A totally gripping and unputdownable psychological thriller. Fans of Lisa Jewell, Clare Mackintosh, Freida McFadden and Daniel Hurst will be kept up all night! You saw something terrible… now you’ll never be safe againEllie can’t stop having nightmares. It’s been the same ever since she saw the car accident, where a man lost his life.Awaiting the trial of the dangerous driver, where she’s the primary witness, she finds herself befriending Samantha, the widow of the man who died. And – as their children also become friends – their lives become intrinsically entangled.But then Ellie starts thinking she’s being followed. She wants to believe it’s paranoia. But then she receives a note – written in red ink, like blood – it says just one word ‘LIAR’…Don’t miss this completely captivating, brand new thriller, full of secrets and twists and turns. Order now!Readers love Natasha Boydell’s gripping thrillers:‘Wow! What a brilliant book!!... The suspense, the doubt, THE PLOT TWISTS!! I absolutely loved the characters, loved the story, loved everything about this book. This was my first by Natasha Boydell and now I am running to read more by her! 5 stars!!’ Reader Review ?????‘This book blew me away. I love books that grab you from the beginning and hold on so tightly that you cannot put the book down… The ending was explosive and was not predictable at all. I love, love, love this author and cannot wait for more.’ Reader Review ?????‘Literally picked this book up in the morning and began to read it and before I knew it I was finishing it later that evening. It’s that addicting, honestly I found this so hard to put down. Every page that went past, I was frightened, I was dreading what was coming next. I could never have predicted the outcome. I’m still in shock, it’s crazy. The suspense oh my god!… This book is incredible… I would definitely say this has got to be one of my favourite books ever!!’ Reader Review ?????‘Amazing… it’s an addictive read, it has it all the shocks and twists… A page turner of a book… Who do you believe and who do you trust? I so recommend this book – a twisty read!’ Reader Review ?????‘A gripping masterpiece that masterfully combines elements of mystery and suspense. Boydell’s narrative unfolds like a carefully crafted puzzle, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. The sense of suspense is palpable, making it nearly impossible to put the book down. As the intricate plot weaves its web of intrigue, the anticipation builds, creating a thrilling reading experience.’ Reader Review ?????