"Bonnie Traymore weaves a web of suspense that’ll keep you glued to the pages. It’s like Gillian Flynn meets Silicon Valley intrigue. This book is PHENOMENAL!!" - Amazon Laura Foster has it all – until someone starts trying to kill her.Laura's on the verge of living the life she's always wanted. At the age of twenty-seven, she put her career plans on hold, married handsome widower Peter Foster, settled down in his Silicon Valley home, and helped raise his two children.Twelve years later, its her turn to shine. Her career is thriving, the kids are out of the house, and Peter's company is on the verge of an FDA approval that could garner a windfall in stock gains for them. But when a series of freak accidents can no longer be chalked up to bad luck, she fears that someone is trying to kill her. Is it someone from work, jealous of her promotion? Or is it perhaps someone more dangerous? Someone closer to home?Laura has no enemies that she knows of, but she senses that husband Peter is keeping secrets. And when she starts digging into the family's past, a twisted and unsettling story starts to slowly reveal itself. But with the walls closing in on her, she needs to find out why someone would want to harm her and what really happened to his first wife. Before it's too late.Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Shari Lapena, Jeneva Rose, and A.R. Torre, The Stepfamily delivers everything thriller readers crave: family secrets, dangerous marriages, shocking twists, hidden pasts, a mysterious first wife's death, Silicon Valley intrigue, and nonstop suspense that will keep you turning pages late into the night."I devoured this in a few short hours. Very easy to read and the story keeps you coming back for one more chapter." -NetGalley"Full of suspense and twists and turns!" - NetGalley"Heart pounding thriller that left me on the edge of my seat. Definitely one of the best books this year." - NetGalley"Stands on the shoulders of Gillian Flynn" - Booktrib"Traymore’s writing style is truly engaging and the plot is well-crafted, serpentine in its twists and turns and tantalizingly unpredictable. Full of well-developed, nuanced characters that defy traditional notions of good and bad, The Stepfamily is the perfect read for those itching for a thriller that immediately grabs hold and doesn’t let go." BookTrib

The Edgar Award–winning debut novel from "America's best storyteller" about a man drawn into espionage by his mysterious business partner (The New York Times Book Review).At the height of the Cold War, two Americans are runnng a bar in the West German capital, called Mac's place. One of the pair, Michael Padillo, isn't around a lot; he keeps disappearing on "business trips." McCorkle, his partner, wisely doesn't ask questions; he knows Padillo has a second job—he's a (reluctant) US agent. But McCorkle is ready to answer a call for help from Padillo, and he joins his friend in a blind journey with no inkling of what they will encounter at the turn of each dark and dangerous corner.

Oh my goodness this took over my entire life until I had finished it!... The twists and turns had my head spinning and just when I thought I knew what was going on, I was completely blindsided! What a perfect thriller! I'd highly recommend this book a massive 5 stars!' Reader review ?????'Gripping... A thrilling ride... with twists and turns that'll keep you turning pages. The tension builds with every chapter, making it impossible to put the book down. The killer twist is jaw-dropping and unforgettable... A MUST-READ' Reader review ?????The dream summer getaway or the setting for the perfect crime? Lottie has saved all year for her family vacation by the sea with her husband and young son. But as soon as they arrive at their rental it is clear they have made a huge mistake coming here... Next door, Olivia looks like just another wealthy out-of-towner buying up local property, only to leave it empty for ten months of the year. But Olivia has a secret plan for her second home... When one of the houses goes up in flames, and a body is pulled from the ashes, the secrets both Lottie and Olivia have been keeping threaten to destroy their families. How far would one of them go to keep the truth locked behind closed doors?Readers are gripped by Kathryn Sharman's thrillers:'An absolute rollercoaster! So many twists and turns... When I thought I'd figured it all out... BOOM! There came the ending. I'm speechless!' Reader review ?????'This story is wild!! Actual mind-blowing psychological fiction that has you simultaneously shouting at the characters to stop their crazy antics, while turning pages at a rate of knots to find out what will happen next!! This is the most original book I have read in YEARS!' Reader review ?????'Oh my god! I literally couldn't put this book down! I had to keep reading, the suspense is unreal. Absolutely packed with twists and shocking turns' Reader review ?????'I was hooked from the beginning and I had to find out what was going to happen. I didn't even want to go to work because I'd have to stop reading. You won't want to put this book down I finished it in 24 hours!... Just wow!' Reader review ?????'Great book. Was up all night reading it... the twists and turns are fab. Definitely 5 stars ??????????' Reader review ?????'What. A. Debut. This one is going to get people talking... a fantastic read that you will not want to put down. Bravo!' Reader review ?????

I should never have taken that DNA test. Then maybe things wouldn't have gone so wrong…'This is not just a thriller; it's a story that stays with you', Reader review ?????Lily thought she was an ordinary woman with an ordinary life. But when a DNA test seems to reveal she carries the 'serial killer gene', she is terrified by the thought of passing it onto her future children. She decides to break off her engagement and move back in with her devoted mother, Eva — until unexpected sparks fly with a charismatic journalist, and Lily finds herself diving into a wild, intoxicating new relationship.Their obsession soon turns toxic, and as they spiral out of control Lily’s traumatic past resurfaces, leaving her questioning everything she thought she knew. Could she be the monster she fears she is?Confronted with a sudden, horrifying murder, Lily's only choice is to turn to the one person who has always protected her: her mother. But Eva is hiding secrets that could destroy them both…From the bestselling author of The Serial Killer's Wife, this is a new gripping psychological suspense about compulsion, betrayal, and whether blood really is thicker than water — perfect for fans of Lisa Jewel, K.L. Slater, and B.A. Paris.

Every decision has a consequence The break-up of Olivia's marriage is hard on all involved, but especially her nine-year-old daughter, Ellie. They attempt to build a new life, and focus on the future. But Olivia is crushingly lonely, so when her new neighbour, Michael, extends the hand of friendship, it's all she can do to stop herself clutching at it and never letting go. Olivia has no idea how the course of her life will be altered by that choice. Before long, Michael and Oliva are a couple. There are some difficulties making it work after all, both parties have emotional baggage. Doesn't everyone keep some secrets? If only Ellie could adjust, and Michael's erratic sister, Chloe, didn't keep bringing drama to their door. But Olivia doesn't listen to the warning signs before it's far, far too late. By the time she realises something is badly wrong with the man she's involved with, she cannot escape. The only way out is for the truth to explode like a bomb, shattering their lives, and ensuring no one caught in the middle will ever be the same again A compelling psychological thriller with an unforgettable ending from #1 bestseller Kathryn Croft. Perfect for readers who love Samantha Hayes, Alison James and S. E. Lynes. *** Previously published under the title Behind Closed Doors. *** Praise for The Neighbour Upstairs 'Twisty, shocking and deliciously dark! The writing is superb, a real treat to read. Definitely one of the best books I have read this year.' Reader Review 'An excellent psychological thriller. I loved the dark foreboding atmosphere and the ongoing mystery It's extremely suspenseful and full of drama with an explosive climax.' Reader Review 'This book has all the excitement you could possibly want. Unputdownable!' Reader Review 'Kathryn Croft is brilliant! I totally loved this dark edgy thriller. This one hooked me right away and just never let go. Highly recommend.' Reader Review 'I'm hooked on Kathryn Croft. Once I start one of her books I can't put it down. I was so shocked and speechless at that ending. I would definitely recommend it.' Reader Review 'This is a really good book I really recommend it to anyone who loves solid mystery and thrillers!' Reader Review

A murder. A kidnapping. A lost Salvador Dalí painting. Just 36 hours to resolve all three.EVERY CRIME SCENE IS A WORK OF ART.Benjamin Blake is no ordinary detective ...Specialising in the criminal underworld of stolen and forged art, things don’t always go the right way for Benjamin. But when they don’t, he has a stubborn determination to put them right.Within hours of being sent to Barcelona to authenticate a possible Salvador Dalí painting, Benjamin is left stranded without his cell phone at a service station alongside a bloody corpse in the early hours of the morning, after being savagely attacked with his hire car stolen, together with the painting.Helped and hindered by the fiery Elena Carmona, pursued by a psychopathic hitman, Benjamin becomes the prime suspect in a politically motivated kidnap and murder. All this on the eve of Barcelona hosting a G20 summit and UN climate change conference, with the police in hot pursuit fearing a wider terrorist threat.From Nîmes in the South of France, across the border to the sweltering humidity of Girona, Barcelona, Figueres and Cadaqués, The Barcelona Connection is a fast-paced, gripping page-turner sprinkled with black comedy, blending the real with the surreal, art crime and mistaken identity … and where the clues at the crime scene might just be the mirror image of a long-lost work of art …