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A brother''s revenge. A deadly adversary. A CEO?s greed for sunken gold.After his brother dies salvaging gold from the wreck of a German U-boat, John McCready is consumed by his need to find those responsible and bring them to justice.From the depths of the North Sea to tunnels beneath London, McCready must outwit a ruthless enemy who will stop at nothing to silence him.Racing against time, as the stakes rise and the danger increases, McCready finds himself entangled in a web of deceit that will test his resolve and push him to the limit. With each revelation, he uncovers more of the shocking plot that claimed his brother''s life.Will McCready''s quest for justice succeed, or will he pay the ultimate pric? illed with unexpected twists and heart-pounding turns, this action-packed diving thriller will keep you captivated until the very last page.

The past can be a killer.When the dismembered body of a notorious banker washes up on the beach at Luss, DCI John Lomond finds a sinister message carved into the dead man?s forehead.And the same message has just been found on a tortured lawyer in Gullane on the east coast.With a twisted vigilante on the loose, and a brewing scandal threatening to pull his Major Investigations Team apart, they and Lomond must join forces with a team from Edinburgh ? led by Lomond?s ex.But like the killer they''re hunting, she''s not ready to leave the past behind.Now, as the body count rises, Lomond?s past hasn?t just come back to haunt him. It could be the death of him.Shot through with dark Glaswegian humour and thrilling twists, Andrew Raymond captures the voices of his beloved home city, taking you into its hidden depths, and the iconic hills and glens surrounding the nearby bonnie banks of Loch Lomond.If you like writers like JD Kirk, Ian Rankin, David J. Gatward, Val McDermid, Mark Billingham, and Stuart MacBride, this addictive thriller will have you gripped until its explosive, gut-wrenching climax.

Sofia Marino is focused on one thing, finding the ideal job?When she lands the opportunity to work for Peter Williams at Sublime Retreats, it?s a dream come true and the last thing on her mind is romance.But she has to go to Florence with the cold and standoffish Adam Flynn, and she knows she will have to discover a way to put up with him for two entire weeks.Determined to rise to the challenge, she throws herself into making the trip successful and dragging Adam out of his shell.As the sparks begin to fly and Florence seduces them both, will Adam let his guard drop despite his father?s concerns about Sofia?s family ties, and has she finally found a man she can conquer her fears fo? ublime Retreats Romances are a series of interconnected romantic comedies that can be read in any order. They''re heartwarming stories of love, romance, hope, new beginnings, and second chances featuring unique characters, all set in beautiful locations.Curl up and enjoy these romantic escapes today?

Abigail?s world has disintegrated, leaving her jobless, homeless, and loveless in a remarkably brief space of time.Where else can she lick her wounds but in Spain with her dippy Aunt May. She pulls on her big girl pants, swears off men and leaps on the opportunity she?s offered in San Sebastian. Determined to get her life back on track and find her place in the world, it finally all seems to be coming together.Until she meets Gabe. Gorgeous, grumpy, incredibly annoying, and obviously hiding a secret, she has to battle against the insane attraction she has for him. He?s only there for a week, after all.When his secret spills out on National TV, can she overcome her past hurts and learn to trust again, risking her new found job and family in the proces? ublime Retreats Romances are a series of interconnected romantic comedies that can be read in any order. They''re heartwarming stories of love, romance, hope, new beginnings, and second chances featuring unique characters, all set in beautiful locations.Curl up and enjoy these romantic escapes today?

Some cases should never be reopened?When the remains of a young woman are found at the construction site of the new Govan-Partick Bridge, it appears to close a twenty-year-old cold case from DCI John Lomond?s earliest days as a detective.But a retired detective ? Lomond?s former boss ? has a controversial theory that cost him his career.This was no isolated case.And the truth involves dozens of other cold cases, and an extraordinary cover-up by some of the most powerful police and legal officials in the country.With the body count rising, Lomond and his team face a race against time to unmask a sadistic killer who?s been hiding in plain sight for decades.In his most raw and emotionally charged thriller so far, Andrew Raymond captures the voices of his beloved home city, and takes you into its hidden depths.If you like writers like JD Kirk, Ian Rankin, Val McDermid, and Stuart MacBride, this addictive thriller will have you gripped until its devastating final reveal.

A mother''s dying prayerA son''s unholy vengeance---JAKE SAWYER is damaged. Haunted by guilt after surviving an attack that left four people dead, he returns to work under a cloud of professional scrutiny, straight into a disturbing new case.When the desecrated body of a recently released murderer is dumped at a Peak District beauty spot, Sawyer suspects the killing is delayed vigilante justice. But as further victims emerge, he realises the motive runs deeper into the distant past, and he may be facing an insatiable killer guided by a higher power.With the murder hunt intensifying, Sawyer?s team are pushed to the limit when a lethal old enemy abducts the wife of a high profile politician, forcing him into a dangerous alliance.As Sawyer grapples with both enquiries, his self-destructive urges threaten to overwhelm him. And when the love of his life is marked for death, Sawyer?s long-suppressed trauma finally breaks out in an explosion of righteous fury.---This chilling and pacy British detective novel is a murder mystery with twists, dark humour and a complex lead character whose backstory continues through the series.FEAR OF GOD is the eighth book in this addictive series of page-turning crime thrillers from one of the UK?s sharpest writers.Perfect for fans of Val McDermid, Ian Rankin, MJ Arlidge, LJ Ross and Michael Connelly.

A killer on the loose. A detective on the edgeJake Sawyer is feeling the heat. Returning to duty after an enforced psychological break, he?s called in to investigate the murder of a young woman found near one of the Peak District?s key beauty spots.Sawyer is intrigued by the unusual mix of extreme violence and decorative presentation, and when the death is connected to the earlier killings of three other local women, he joins a task force of regional detectives in a hunt for the man the media are calling The New Ripper.As the UK sweats in a record-breaking heatwave, a fifth woman goes missing, and the killer contacts the police, personally challenging Sawyer to catch him before he claims her as his next victim.A page-turning British detective murder-mystery with twists, dark humour and a compelling lead character whose backstory continues through the series.Perfect for fans of Val McDermid, Ian Rankin, MJ Arlidge, LJ Ross and Michael Connelly._______________________________Praise for Pray for Rain.? ?Edge of your seat reading with great characters, twists, and a compelling plot.?? ?Set aside plenty of time, because you won?t want to put it down.?? ?I absolutely loved this book. It kept me wanting more and more.?_______________________________Praise for the Jake Sawyer series.? "Prose that gets under your flesh and into your bones."? "Taut and compelling. Not a wasted word."? "Plot and character perfectly intertwined."? "Keeps you reading through the night."? "Poetic and utterly gripping."

A shocking attack. A long-lost uncle. Sinister links to ancient Irish Folklore.When an Irish priest narrowly escapes an attempt on his life at a remote Canadian Seminary, Detective Bernadette Callahan finds herself entangled in a mystery that hits unexpectedly close to home.As Callahan delves deeper into the case, a sinister plot emerges, reaching back to the misty shores of Ireland, where ancient tales and myths hold the key to the mystery.Faced with a past she tried to leave behind and deadly forces intent on silencing the priest, Callahan must race against time to unravel a complex web of secrets before it''s too late.A masterfully woven police procedural and a gripping addition to the Bernadette Callahan Mystery Thriller series. Page-turning action and shocking twists, this female detective mystery will keep you guessing until the very end. ________________________________________________________________________________________________Praise for the Bernadette Callahan Mysteries:? Good read!!? Bernadette does it again? Roaring good time!? An excellent quick read could not put it down. A good mystery. Enjoyed the whole series? Good series? Different but a great read

His enemies'' worst nightmareHis own worst enemy---JAKE SAWYER is in hiding. Wanted for questioning after a death in his custody, he is lying low, forming a plan to clear his name.When the body of an elderly man is discovered, horrifically brutalised, Sawyer suspects the victim might not be as innocent as he seems.As more victims come to light and the police race to apprehend an insatiable killer with a sadistic streak, Sawyer is targeted by devious new enemies, tasked with flushing him out and taking him down.Then, with his pursuers closing in, Sawyer discovers a family secret which reveals the true horror behind the murders. But to catch the culprit, he must delve deeper than ever into his personal trauma, and finally make peace with the past.---Set within the bleak beauty of the UK Peak District, this pacy British detective novel is a murder mystery with twists, dark humour and a compelling lead character whose backstory continues through the series.THE SKELETON LAKE is Book 6 in this series of page-turning crime thrillers. Perfect for fans of Val McDermid, Ian Rankin, MJ Arlidge, LJ Ross and Michael Connelly.---? ?Kept me reading until the end with twists I didn?t see coming.?? ?Another brilliant Sawyer story.?? ?Well written and full of action from start to finish.?? ?A wonderful plot, lightly but tightly spooled out.?? ?Keeps you on your toes, wanting more.?? ?The Sawyer series stands out for snappiness, style, and the sheer intelligence of the writing.?? ?A wild ride. Can?t read fast enough.?? ?Great books and great characters. I?m now bereft that I have to wait for Book 7.?? ?My favourite of the series. I read it in two sittings and can?t wait for more.?---Praise for Andrew Lowe? "Prose that gets under your flesh and into your bones."? "Taut and compelling. Not a wasted word."? "Plot and character perfectly intertwined."? "Keeps you reading through the night."? "Poetic and utterly gripping."

A killer who won’t forgive. A detective who can’t forget. Haunted by his mother's brutal murder, detective Inspector Jake Sawyer returns to his rural hometown to investigate a series of gruesome killings. As the body count rises and the killer's twisted methods come to light, Sawyer must confront his own demons while racing against time to unravel the shocking truth behind the murders. With his sanity and safety on the line, Sawyer pushes himself to the brink to end the killings and save an innocent life. An edge-of-your-seat page-turner that will keep you guessing to the very end. CREEPY CRAWLY is Book 1 in the page-turning DI Jake Sawyer crime thrillers. Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Val McDermid, Chris Carter and Karin Slaughter. _______________________________________________? "A dark and twisted murder mystery with genuine surprises."? "The pace never lets up."? "I was holding my breath during the final scene."? "Well plotted and superbly written."? "Gripping."? "Well-developed characters in a wonderful setting."? "I'm in love with DI Sawyer."? "Awesome."? "Compelling."? "Dark and intense and worth every minute."? "I wish I hadn't read it, so I could read it for the first time again."

Two countries. Two murders. A determined detective about to risk everything.When two killings take place thousands of miles apart in Canada and Alaska, Detective Bernadette Callahan''s instincts tell her there''s a link.But her superiors disagree, and they move to silence her.Undeterred, Callahan delves deeper and finds an ally deep in rural Alaska. A fellow detective, also under pressure to close his inquiries. The pair are forced into the shadows to work, where they uncover unlikely suspects and a conspiracy linked to Alaska?s billion-dollar oil supply.Powerful forces will stop at nothing to stop the detectives. As they close in, Callahan realizes she is out of time.A page-turning crime thriller that will keep you guessing to the very end._____________________________________________________________________________Praise for the Bernadette Callahan Mysteries:? Bernadette is my kind of cop!? A good action story set in the wilds of Alaska and Canada? This was a really good fun read? I will be thinking of this one for a long time. A sign of a good story.? Well written, well told tale.? A very intriguing heroine and plot.

In space, trust is currency—and Geddy Starheart’s account is overdrawn. Geddy thought his troubles were over when he recovered his ship. But in the blink of an eye, it’s snatched away again. The culprits? Probably the notorious Zelnads. With a crew to feed and an empty cargo hold, Geddy’s got to think fast. His solution? Enter the galaxy’s most infamous high-stakes race. Diving headfirst into uncharted space, Geddy and his ragtag team embark on a potentially lucrative—and definitely dangerous—journey. As they push their limits, Geddy realizes success hinges on more than just piloting skills and quick wits—it requires complete trust. But to earn that, he must reveal the truth behind his personal quest, a secret that could tear the team apart. Trawler Trash, the second installment in C.P. James’ Reassembly series, catapults readers back into a universe brimming with humor, heart, and gripping adventure. Will Geddy’s risky gambit pay off, or will it leave them stranded in the voi? et your copy today and buckle up for a wild ride through the stars. _____________________________Praise for the Reassembly Series:? … a fast paced page turner… I’m impatient for the next instalment!? I laughed all the way through the story, and can't get enough. ? I fell for the story line and likable characters immediately. ? You will fall in love with these characters and end up reading all of the books in no time. ? … good storytelling and lots of laughs. Will definitely be reading the rest of the series. ? Space ships, wonderful variety of unique aliens, and humor too. ? This book is one of the top three books i have read this year!? I even read some of the jokes to my wife. She also laughed out loud as I did. ? This book is a fun romp through space

Out of the frying pan, into the fire... Secrets, love, and second chances collide in this heartwarming tale set on the idyllic Sconset Beach. The lives of Quinn, Ava, and Colleen intertwine in a captivating tale of family secrets, personal growth, and unexpected romance. Quinn finds herself in uncharted territory when her adopted daughter, Emerson, comes to live with her. As Quinn struggles to connect with the fiercely independent and talented teenager, an unforeseen opportunity arises that could help channel Emerson's passions and bring them closer together. Meanwhile, Ava's world is turned upside down when her mother, Colleen, arrives on the island for an extended vacation. Colleen harbors a long-buried secret that threatens to shatter Ava's understanding of her past, leaving her questioning everything she thought she knew. As Ava grapples with forgiveness and her own insecurities, she must decide whether to take a second chance on romance in her new life. Fans of Elin Hildebrand, Susan Mallery, and Jude Deveraux's Nantucket Brides series will be captivated by this engaging story of personal transformation and the power of love. The Beachfront Surprises is a heartwarming women's fiction novel is a page turning exploration of the complexities of friendship, family, and the courage to embrace life's unexpected turns. _____________________________________________________________________________Praise for the Sconset Beach series: ? Great read!!? Love This Series? A captivating series, a must read... ? Awesome book? Entertaining!? This is a wonderful read

Five victims, bonded by blood. A detective blinded by revenge.Jake Sawyer is suffering. After a bruising confrontation with a cruel killer, he has isolated himself in a remote cottage in the bleak and beautiful northern Peak District.Facing an uncertain future, he resumes his covert investigation into his mother?s murder, and enters therapy to explore his lack of primal fear response.When an ex-TV personality is found murdered, from a single stab wound to the heart, Sawyer suspects a ritualistic element. But then a second victim is found, and he forms a terrifying theory about the killer?s twisted logic.As Sawyer edges closer to mental collapse, he must protect the killer?s targets as he uncovers the truth behind the death of his mother.A truth that will put his reputation, and freedom, at risk.___________________________________________________________? ?Grabs right away and doesn?t let up until the last sentence.?? ?Had to finish it in one sitting.?? ?Gripping and well crafted.?? ?Brilliant.?? ?Leaves you open-mouthed and wanting more.?? ?Sawyer is not your everyday detective.?? ?Full of twists and turns.?? ?I couldn?t put it down.?? ?A gripping story that keeps you guessing.?? ?So many mysteries in one story.?? ?Awesome.?? ?Amazing.?? ?Can?t wait for the next book.?

A deadly virus. A determined detective. A race against time to save the world.In this gripping thriller, Detective Bernadette Callahan faces an industrial accident that defies explanation.When she delves into the bizarre death, a terrifying revelation emerges: a virus that attacks both metal and humans. With the world at stake, Callahan must probe the criminal underworld for answers.As the Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer carries out her investigation, she faces a moral dilemma: trust the criminals whose livelihoods are at stake or risk losing the race against time.Join Callahan, as she races against time to uncover the truth behind the deadly virus in "Pipeline Killers."A page-turning crime thriller that pushes the boundaries of science fiction and reality._____________________________________________________________________________Praise for the Bernadette Callahan Mysteries:? Great READ! And a good continuation from Polar Bear Dawn!? Strong female main character? Great action, good plot? Bernadette is becoming a very good friend.? Willing able and Smart police work.? I really enjoyed this book and will be reading more by Mr. Nicholson

In the face of life's greatest challenges, friendship and love will light the wayIn this heartwarming tale from Ainsley Keaton's Beachfront Secrets series, Hallie embarks on a new journey as a life coach, only to be confronted with a devastating diagnosis. Simultaneously, Ava's daughter, Charlotte, finds herself at a crossroads when her husband demands a divorce. Charlotte is left to raise their newborn alone, only to be rocked by a medical emergency involving Siobhan, which brings everything into sharp focus. Amidst the turmoil, Sarah receives a mysterious penny in the mail, sparking an intriguing mystery. As she unravels the enigma, Sarah forges a new connection that promises to alter the course of her life in ways she never anticipated. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Sconset Beach, this heartwarming women's fiction delves into the complexities of friendship, family, and personal growth. Perfect for fans of Elin Hildebrand, Debbie Macomber, and Susan Mallery, The Beachfront Secrets series will leave readers captivated, inspired and turning the pages. _________________________________________________________________________________________________Praise for the Sconset Beach Series:? Great read!!? Love This Series? A captivating series, a must read... ? Awesome book? Entertaining!? This is a wonderful read