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''Atmospheric, intricate and authentic'' ERIN KELLY''Utterly immersive and completely compelling . . . A dazzling debut'' D. V. BISHOP''An unusual and enjoyable crime story'' SUNDAY TIMES***DARKNESS LIES IN THE SHADOWS OF VICTORIAN LONDONOpium, treachery, murder . . .Pearl Fitzgerald arrives in Limehouse - London''s very ­first Chinatown - to settle her late father''s affairs and claim her inheritance. But when she unwittingly ­finds herself at the scene of a murder, her plans are thrown off course. Even more so by the alluring Mei, sister to the dead man. Utterly infatuated, Pearl promises Mei that she will bring her brother''s killer to justice, and she dives into the East End''s criminal underworld.But in the city of smoke and silk, where cultures clash and the hangman''s noose is always waiting, the truth comes at a cost. With each step of the investigation Pearl risks her livelihood, her relationship with Mei, and her life. Because the killer will strike again, and they''re already hunting for the next victim . . .Opium smuggling, murder and unexpected romance meet in this historical thriller for fans of Leonora Nattrass, Laura Shepherd-Robinson and Sarah Waters.''A tale that brings a lost world vividly back to life'' NEIL BARTLETT''Keating''s delicious debut guides us through the little-known world of Victorian London''s Chinese community in working-class Limehouse'' STELLA DUFFY

Hercule Poirot has beaten thieves and murderers. But has he finally met his match with Bob the dog? This brand new Special Edition hardback celebrates Poirot's famous canine mystery, perfect for dog-loving Agatha Christie fans. A simple accident? Or attempted murder? Everyone blamed the dog. When a wealthy spinster trips on the stairs, it seems only natural to assume it was an accident – a rubber ball left there by her lively terrier. And yet the more Emily Arundell thought about it, the more convinced she became that one of her relatives was trying to kill her. Seeking answers, she writes to the famous detective, Hercule Poirot. Only, by the time her letter arrives, Miss Arundell is dead.

Could a murder at an English school be Hercule Poirot’s toughest assignment? Can he find the ‘cat’ before this most feline of killers strikes again? This brand new Special Edition hardback is a book no cat-loving Agatha Christie fan will want to miss. Schooldays can be tough. Who will learn the fatal lesson? Late one night, two teachers investigate a mysterious flashing light while the rest of the school sleeps. In the sports pavilion, among the lacrosse sticks, they stumble upon the body of the unpopular games mistress – shot through the heart from point-blank range. The school is thrown into chaos when the ‘cat’ strikes again. Unfortunately, schoolgirl Julia Upjohn knows too much. In particular, she knows that without Hercule Poirot’s help, she will be the next victim…

This collection of twelve stories includes many of the most memorable escapades of the world's greatest detective.The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, a collection of twelve short stories by Scottish author Arthur Conan Doyle, is considered a milestone in the genre of detective fiction. With Sherlock Holmes’s clever disguises and ability to solve even the most elusive mysteries, as well as Holmes’s loyal friend and biographer, Dr. Watson, who narrates most of the stories, Doyle’s suspenseful stories and well-developed characters keep readers on the edges of their seats. Featuring colorful sprayed edges and a heat-burnished cover with foil stamping, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is a stylish addition to the libraries of all classic literature lovers.

'A twist to rival Gone Girl left me gasping' KATY BRENT –––––––––––––– Meet Emma. Emma is sick. She can’t work because of a neurological condition, so is stuck in her family’s tiny council house. Emma is sick of being told to ‘get over it’. Her stepfather, her doctors, strangers – everyone has an opinion. Emma is sick of being the other woman. Her boyfriend Adam is perfect: he’s got a great job and an amazing home. His wife Celeste is the problem. Emma is sick of being underestimated. All she needed was a target. And now she has Celeste… Emma is sick. Just not in the way you thought. –––––––––––––– Shortlisted for the McDermid Debut Award An Observer crime and thriller pick of the month ‘Emma is a force to be reckoned with…deliciously dark and twisted, and a lot of fun.’ OBSERVER AUTHORS LOVE SICK TO DEATH: ‘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. Emma is the kind of character who will have you looking over your shoulder.’ ERIN KELLY ‘A slick and exciting debut that had me devouring each page. Emma is simultaneously totally chilling yet totally believable. 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 ‘The kinds of twists and turns that make you gasp…hard to put down.’ JENNIE GODFREY ‘An urgent and compelling thriller from a much-needed new voice’ ANNA BAILEY ‘A stunning debut…the definition of a propulsive and unforgettable psychological thriller.' ASHLEY TATE ‘Sharply written, with a frenetic pace and nothing you expect. Clever and twisty with such a kick.’ LOUISE SWANSON ‘Impossible to put down…slick and riveting.’ RUTH IRONS ‘A sizzling saucepot of a domestic thriller.’ MIRA V SHAH ‘Twisty, dark, and full of heart. I didn't want it to end!’ NATALI SIMMONDS ‘Smoulders until the very end. A tale of love, betrayal, hope and despair…totally addictive.’ G. D. WRIGHT READERS LOVE SICK TO DEATH: ‘I read a lot of thrillers and can always guess the twists…but not this time!’ Reader review ? ‘At last, a totally original drama! Fabulously written characters and a storyline I became totally immersed in!’ Reader review ? ‘Nothing could have prepared me for how this book was going to go. The twists and turns gave me whiplash!’ Reader review ? ‘Honestly such a great book, so well portrayed how it feels to live with a chronic illness!’ Reader review ? ‘A disturbing, complex and original thriller where you never know who to trust!’ Reader review ? ‘A rollercoaster ride… highly original with brilliant characters!’ Reader review? ‘I admit I had some preconceptions about this book and I have never been so happy to be wrong. Excellent, clever and thrilling.’ Reader review ?

The much-anticipated sequel to How To Solve Your Own Murder ''What a great read!'' J. M. Hall''Kept me guessing until the very end'' Joanna Wallace''Thrilling'' G. T. Karber''Original, atmospheric'' Ian MooreAnnie thought the murders were over. She was wrong.It is autumn in Castle Knoll and Annie Adams is busy settling into her new home. She doesn''t find Gravesdown Hall particularly cosy, especially since she found two dead bodies there over the summer. What''s more, ever since she arrived in the village, Annie has had the creeping sense she''s being watched.Lonely, and desperate for some company, Annie starts talking to a stranger she meets in the grounds of the estate. The striking old woman introduces herself as Peony Lane, the fortune-teller who predicted Great Aunt Frances'' murder all those years ago. And now she has a fortune to tell Annie. Desperate not to fall into the same trap as Frances, Annie flees Peony Lane, refusing to hear any of her grim predictions. But she can''t outrun Peony for long, as hours later she finds her, dead on the floor of Gravesdown Hall, a ruby-hilted dagger plunged into her back.But who killed the mysterious fortune teller and why? And can Frances'' library of evidence help Annie solve the case?

‘The Alan Banks mystery-suspense novels are the best series on the market. Try one and tell me I'm wrong’ – Stephen KingA lost village. Past crimes. Present evil. During a blistering summer, drought has depleted Thornfield Reservoir, uncovering the remains of a small village called Hobb's End – hidden from view for over forty years. For a curious young boy this resurfaced hamlet is a magical playground . . . until he unearths a human skeleton. Detective Chief Inspector Alan Banks is given the impossible task of identifying the victim – a woman who lived in a place that no longer exists, whose former residents are scattered to the winds. Anyone else might throw in the towel but DCI Banks is determined to uncover the murky past buried beneath a flood of time . . . Widely acclaimed as Robinson's best and most ambitious novel, In a Dry Season is a gripping, high-paced tale in which past truths and presents secrets collide. If you enjoyed it, then you'll love the next instalment in the Banks series - which became the major British ITV Drama DCI Banks – Cold is the Grave. *****Critical acclaim for the Inspector Banks series:'A powerfully moving work' – Ian Rankin'Top-notch police procedure' – Jeffery Deaver'A wonderful novel' – Michael Connelly'An addictive crime-novel series' – New York Times'A guaranteed page-turner' – Mirror'Demonstrates how the crime novel, when done right, can reach parts that other books can't . . . A considerable achievement' – Guardian'One of the most authentic and atmospheric of crime series' – Independent 'The master of police procedural' – Mail on Sunday 'Near, perhaps, even at the top of, the British crime writers' league' – The Times'Banks is genuinely human, rather than a hard man' – Observer

Ryan Kaine is on the lookout…When a child orphaned by the destruction of Flight BE1555 needs The 83 Trust’s protection, Kaine and his team travel to rural Wales, where they are the only defence between a gang of violent thieves and the boy’s new family. But while Kaine works to keep the family safe, a pair of deadly private contractors are hired to track him down and end his life. Ruthless, well-trained, and armed with government backing, they will stop at nothing to complete the contract. As Kaine battles on two fronts, he must outthink the hunters and protect the innocent before the net finally closes. Will Kaine be able to make a connection with the boy his actions orphaned, neutralise the threat to his new family, and protect them all from the danger he doesn’t even know exist? ith over half a million copies sold, the Ryan Kaine series has become a must-read for fans of Lee Child, Jack Lively, and Robert Ludlum. Here’s what Amazon readers are saying about Kerry J Donovan’s Ryan Kaine series:? Kerry J Donovan writes books that flow. Easy reading with characters that come alive… start at book one and you will be hooked. ? If you like Lee Child’s Jack Reacher you are going to love these. ? From start to finish you will be gripped in another fascinating plot with all the twists and turns you come to expect from Kerry J Donovan. ? You’ll enjoy it as much as I did if you’re a Jack Reacher fan. Ryan Kaine is every bit as good as Reacher!? Action packed and fast moving, with more twists and turns than a Welsh B road.

Detektivní román o tajemstvích, která dlouho spala za hraničním pásmem. Když se k jednomu spisu o podezřelém úmrtí připojí druhý, rozhodne se mladý detektiv Tomáš Volf vyzpovídat člověka, který se tehdy vyšetřování účastnil: bývalého úředníka ministerstva vnitra. Prostřednictvím jeho vzpomínek se snaží získat informace, které ze složek záhadně zmizely. Může ale věřit muži, z něhož se stal politik s mizernou pověstí? A jak hluboko do minulosti se musí ponořit, aby odhalil, komu kdysi prošly dvě vraždy?

Say hello to Sally. ? This is the story of how I killed Harry Collins. Destined to be the great love of my life – until one day I wake up in the Big Apple with the world's worst hangover, an empty bank account, and the sinking feeling that my life just nosedived. How it happened is a blur, but one thing is clear: I’ve been swindled and I’m not happy about it.? ?She’s the woman of your dreams.? And it's all thanks to Harry – a total dreamboat and a devil in disguise. He’s got charm, secrets, and a smile that screams trouble. Little did I know, Harry's not just a pretty face – he's a liar and conman.? Or is she your worst nightmare?? ?When I discover I’m not the only victim, I decide it’s only right I take my revenge. And with a group of wronged women behind me, murder isn’t on the agenda yet because Harry’s in for a nightmare and I’m only just getting started…?

London, 1968. A suburban London street. But this is no ordinary road. “Ask anyone on Atbara Avenue how well they know their neighbours, and they’ll answer ‘well’. After all, they see each other across the vast distance afforded by close proximity, and that is probably for the best...”. In number 17 live a bitter daughter and her mother, trapped with each other. Or are they? The twin brothers at number 3 think they're nothing like each other, but they may be proved wrong. Lesley disappeared from number 49 years ago. Then her body is found, and with it more secrets. Atbara Avenue is a street where, all too often, murder feels like the solution. With a delicious cast of characters, dazzling plotting, and a unique voice, Gay Marris’ first book is the fresh and compelling new voice in the world of crime fiction you've been waiting for.

THE GRIPPING STANDALONE THRILLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF TIKTOK SENSATION STONE MAIDENSHe''s in too deep… And almost out of time.Martin Gabriel is a runner for Ben. He runs errands. He runs deliveries. And now he is running for his life…When a deal goes wrong, Martin realizes Ben isn’t the legitimate businessman he thought he was.He flees before Ben catches up with him, unaware that Ben’s criminal network and the FBI are also on his tail.No longer a runner, but still on the run.Is Martin fast enough to get away from his pas? eaders love THE RUNNER‘If you like authors like Lee Child, I recommend you pick The Runner up’ ?????‘Bravo, Mr. Richards , what an exciting read, a real page turner’?????''This has escalating urgency, suspense that just keeps ratcheting up, and some really recognizable characters. Fantastic.''?????''So well plotted out you feel you''ve been to the places and know the characters''?????‘Lloyd Devereux Richards does it again. I can’t wait to read more.’?????

FIVE WITNESSES. FIVE DIFFERENT STORIES. WHO IS THE KILLER?''A rising star of Australian crime fiction'' SUNDAY TIMES''S. R. White is the real deal'' CHRIS HAMMERIn the courtyard of the Pacific Heights building, a local waitress is found dead.Five apartments overlook the murder scene. Five people witnessed a crime take place.Finding the killer should be simple. Except none of the witnesses'' stories match. They all saw something - from a different angle, at a different time. None of them saw everything. Anyone could be the killer. Detectives Carl "Bluey" Blueson and Lachlan Dyson, each with their own careers in peril, must solve what others assume is a straightforward case. But to unmask a killer they must unpick a complex puzzle - where the motivations of the witnesses are as mystifying as the crime itself. How can you solve a crime if anyone could be lying?Praise for S. R. White:''A taut, beautifully observed slow-burner with an explosive finish'' PETER MAY''Original, compelling and highly recommended'' CHRIS HAMMER''Gripping'' THE GUARDIAN''A fascinating case'' SUNDAY TIMES ''It draws you in - and rewards with a truly powerful ending'' HEAT''This slow-burn novel catches light'' THE SUN''The story takes place over less than 48 hours but the pace is slow-burn, relying on considerable psychological depth...the denouement hits like a knockout punch'' WEEKEND AUSTRALIAN''A dark and compulsive read'' WOMAN & HOME

An ancient power stirs. A shadowed threat rises. And Laney’s greatest battle is yet to come. Delaney McPhearson has faced danger after danger. With every battle, she’s lost more than she thought she could bear. But there is always more to lose. For the first time, Laney has fully embraced who she is and what’s expected of her. She’s ready to face whatever her destiny demands. But as she steels herself for the challenges ahead, another power begins to rise from the shadows with a plan entirely of its own. A plan with worldwide consequences. A plan that could lead Laney to her ultimate undoing. With heart-pounding action and earth-shattering stakes, The Belial Guard is an unforgettable ride. If you love thrillers packed with ancient mysteries, explosive twists and relentless suspense, this is a must-read. _____________________________________________________Praise for the Belial series:? I cheer and gasp and am torn between inhaling each page and trying to slow down to make each book last longer. ? YES you need to read these books? Get ready to learn some ancient history and wear gloves so you don't chew off your fingernails. ? …I stayed up late more than one evening for "just one more chapter."? Could not put the book down! Took it with me where ever I went to snatch a chapter or two. ? I especially enjoyed how the characters of the Bible, history and myths have been interwoven into a believable suspense thriller. ? If you are looking for a clever use of historical events wrapped into the mystical world of supernatural, R.D. Brady hits the mark with this series. ? If you want drama, romance, intrigue, suspense, interesting and rich characters, read the books in the Belial Stone series.

Samyaza’s death wasn’t the end of the war. It was the beginning of a whole new fight. Since Samyaza’s death, Delaney McPhearson has been pulled from one crisis to the next. Fires flare up across the globe, each one demanding her attention. At the same time, she’s struggling to calm public fears about the Fallen. Stretched impossibly thin, Delaney is barely holding everything together. And that’s exactly what they want. The government is working in the shadows, using every tactic at their disposal to keep Delaney distracted. Now, everyone connected to Delaney is in their crosshairs. There’s no way for her to protect them all. In fact, they’ve made sure there’s no way for her to protect any of them. With unrelenting suspense, explosive twists and impossible stakes, The Belial Fall is a must-read for fans of James Rollins, Clive Cussler and Dan Brown. The battle rages on—and this time, the cost could be more than Delaney can bear. _____________________________________________Praise for the Belial series:? Wow! The plot and characters mixed with all the twists and turns make you to never stop reading this series. ? I blasted through all 10 books in a month. ? Get ready to learn some ancient history and wear gloves so you don't chew off your fingernails. ? I stayed up late more than one evening for "just one more chapter."? Could not put the book down! Took it with me wherever I went to snatch a chapter or two. ? I especially enjoyed how the characters of the Bible, history and myths have been interwoven into a believable suspense thriller. ? If you are looking for a clever use of historical events wrapped into the mystical world of supernatural, R.D. Brady hits the mark with this series. ? If you want drama, romance, intrigue, suspense, interesting and rich characters, read the books in the Belial Stone series.

''Non-stop action, breakneck pace, deliciously suspenseful… When Shadows Fall was my first DS Max Craigie book and won’t be my last – I loved it.'' Andrea Mara''A good old police procedural… I was pleasantly terrified'' The Guardian''Bone-chilling and full of so many twists'' The Sun''Neil is the master of the crime mystery'' Jeremy VineA TRAGIC DEATHWhen the body of Leanne Wilson is found at the bottom of a Scottish mountain, it is classified as a tragic accident. There is no evidence to suggest otherwise.A RISING BODY COUNTThen DS Max Craigie discovers that five other women in the last year have died by falling off mountains, and something feels very wrong. They were all experienced climbers and alone when they died. This can only mean one thing: there’s a killer on the loose.A KILLER IN THE SHADOWSThe more Max investigates, the more he believes that they are dealing with something much bigger than a lone serial killer. With five victims and conflicting clues, how do you catch someone committing the perfect crime?* * * *Praise for Neil Lancaster:‘Think Jack Reacher fronting Line of Duty’ Ian Rankin‘Fast-paced, compelling, and deeply authentic’ Jane Casey‘Neil Lancaster is so damn clever’ Marion Todd‘A thriller writer set to blow up the bestseller lists’ C. L. Taylor''A spine-chilling concept, despicable villains, a propulsive narrative. As satisfying as crime fiction gets.'' Paul Finch‘Deliciously dark’ Daily Mail‘It’s rare that a book is such a joy to read, particularly one mid-series when – as a reader – you are behind the eight-ball, but Neil has absolutely smashed it out of the ball park. It’s so, so good.’ G. D. Wright

<p><b>Abetted by gangs of people smugglers, today human trafficking is the fastest-growing criminal industry in the world. As governments spend more than ever on policing borders, this ground-breaking investigation reveals a secretive world where lives don't matter, but where every body counts.</b><br><br>From the Mediterranean to the English Channel, the Rio Grande to Thailand, at any moment there are over 280 million people attempting to emigrate. While most migrants take legal channels, those outside the system represent financial potential for the corrupt. Sex trafficking, drug mules, organ trading, forced labour; the flow of desperate people generates billions of dollars annually, not only for smugglers who get them across borders, but also for traffickers.<br><br>Every body has a price, as the veteran investigative journalist Barbie Latza Nadeau knows. Yet no other multi-billion pound transnational enterprise is less understood than the trade in humans, a fact that organised crime networks increasingly exploit as turn to migration for their profits. From the criminal underworld to the highest echelons of national institutions, from mafia cartels to glamorous fashion houses, banks, and governments, this ground-breaking investigation follows the money to reveal a clandestine industry.</p>

<p><b>'Bravura on the ground reporting' </b>- David Goldblatt, award-winning author of<i> The Ball is Round</i><br><br><b>'This is an important book</b>' - Simon Kuper, bestselling author of <i>Soccernomics</i>, <i>Chums </i>and <i>Barça</i><br><br><b>'Compelling' </b>- <i>The Times</i><br><br><b>'A subtle examination of the complex interplay between global ambition, economic power, and ethical considerations' </b>- <i>MoneyWeek</i><br><br><b>'A comprehensive and shocking account' </b>- <i>When Saturday Comes</i><br>_________<br><br>In 2034, Saudi Arabia will host the men's FIFA World Cup and mark the culmination of Mohammed bin Salman's ambitious plan to modernise Saudi Arabia, a kingdom of unfathomable wealth at the heart of the Islamic world, which is only now emerging from nearly a century of self-isolation. How did we get here? Why would a country spend tens of billions of dollars, perhaps even hundreds of billions in the long run, to buy and control sport?<br><br><i>Engulfed</i> is a story about ambition, family rivalries, extreme wealth, power, murder and disinformation. It is also the story of dictatorship, political corruption and, at its root, how sport - football, yes, but also golf, boxing and even e-sports - became a vital geopolitical tool for Saudi Arabia.<br><br>Drawing on Montague's exclusive first-hand interviews from his extensive travels across Saudi Arabia, the US, the north-east of England, Spain, Turkey and beyond, <i>Engulfed </i>uncovers how the House of Saud zeroed in on the political power of sport, using it both as a powerful political tool of influence and as a way to rectify the PR damage caused by one of the most infamous assassinations in history: the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.</p>

She wrote a killer story. Now it''s coming true...In the small village of Fortbridge, it''s hard to keep a secret. But bestselling crime writer Camilla Harton-Gray is faced with a twist she couldn''t see coming: her very own stalker, whose behaviour seems to take a leaf out of Camilla''s own novels.Grappling with a bizarre set of clues, stubborn coworkers and a crisis of confidence, DS Alice Washington knows this is her chance to get it together and prove herself.But as the pressure builds and Alice''s grip on her instincts hangs by a thread, it becomes clear that Camilla''s stalker will do anything to keep their identity hidden...Readers can''t get enough of All Eyes On You: ''A dark, suspenseful thriller that explores the unsettling boundaries between fiction and reality'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ''Twisty...an accomplished debut'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ''A very gripping read'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ''A cracking, fast-paced read with twists that kept me guessing'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ''I loved this razor sharp thriller'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐