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Some family secrets are written in blood.A fairytale marriage. A wealthy family. A strange mother-in-law.Maybe it was always going to end in murder.Effie Watson thought she had it made when she married Hugo Fincham. He was rich and good-looking with an exclusive central London home. But marriage to Hugo has drawn her into the orbit of a wealthy, dysfunctional family with a dark secret at its core.When Effie confides to her best friend that Hugo is trying to kill her, no one believes her.As bodies begin to pile up, Detective Inspector Miranda Murphy must unravel a decade-old mystery before the Fincham family claims another victim. But in a world where money buys silence, even the truth has a price.Dead Matters is the first installment in the Detective Miranda Murphy Series, a must-read for fans of police procedurals and murder mysteries._____________________________________________________________________________This title was previously published as Black Grapes._____________________________________________________________________________Praise for the Detective Miranda Murphy Series:? A refreshing new DI has arrived? Stunning debut novel!? Top-notch storytelling and characters? Love ''British'' Detective Murphy? Crime fiction you can believe in? Great mystery and intrigue with good end twists.

A rescue at sea plunges an ex-marine into a deadly people trafficking conspiracy.Sam Ireland wants to raise his daughter in peace, but when he saves a woman and child from drowning, he''s drawn into a dangerous web of human trafficking.Joining forces with Waleed, an Egyptian intelligence chief, Sam pursues the mastermind, Habid, who has been sending Gaddafi loyalists to their deaths.As innocent lives hang in the balance, Sam navigates treacherous waters to stop Habid and confront the evil lurking beneath the surface.The Sea and the Sand is a gripping thriller of courage, redemption, and one man''s mission to protect the innocent while grappling with his own haunting past._______________________________Praise for the Sam Ireland thrillers:"A hard hitting, no punches spared, page turner of a book." Belfast Telegraph"Drenched in the authenticity that only comes when you''ve been there and done it. A fantastic book introducing a realistically daunting new hero. I couldn?t put it down.? USA TODAY bestselling author, Mark Dawson.? "I?ve read and loved, Lee Child, John Sanford, John Grisham, Jeffrey Deaver, etc and Finn Og leaves them for dead?I could not recommend Finn highly enough."? "Finn Og is without a doubt the best I?ve read! Incredibly clever plots."? "My heart is still racing."? "Sam is a flawed character which makes him believable. It''s been a while since I read a book in a day."? "A gripping suspenseful thriller. I brought this book to read on holiday and had it done on the first day!"? "I thought this book was a great read, and it would make a great film. The character Sam is well written and the plot doesn''t slow down and drag. Great rhythm till the very end."? "This is a fantastic book - from the first page it grips you and just refuses to let go, but with a sensitivity that is rare in novels of this kind."? "I found myself getting pulled into the story from the off. Its articulately written in nice sharp paragraphs and chapters that always leave you feeling like you want more (part of what makes it hard to put down!). I don''t leave many reviews, but this book grabbed me."? "Great plot & storyline. A thought provoking and gripping read."

They said there''d be karma, but he thought, why wai? hey killed his wife, now he must wrap his daughter in love... but that doesn''t mean they''ll get away with it.Father, widower, recovering commando ? meet Sam Ireland.The blistering opening novel in an international thriller series, enjoyed by fans of Reacher, Milton and Orphan X.______________ Praise for the Sam Ireland thrillers:?A hard hitting, no punches spared, page turner of a book.? Belfast Telegraph "Drenched in the authenticity that only comes when you''ve been there and done it. A fantastic book introducing a realistically daunting new hero. I couldn?t put it down.? USA TODAY bestselling author, Mark Dawson. ? "I?ve read and loved, Lee Child, John Sanford, John Grisham, Jeffrey Deaver, etc and Finn Og leaves them for dead?I could not recommend Finn highly enough." ? "Finn Og is without a doubt the best I?ve read! Incredibly clever plots." ? "My heart is still racing." ? "Sam is a flawed character which makes him believable. It''s been a while since I read a book in a day." ? "A gripping suspenseful thriller. I brought this book to read on holiday and had it done on the first day!" ? "I thought this book was a great read, and it would make a great film. The character Sam is well written and the plot doesn''t slow down and drag. Great rhythm till the very end." ? "This is a fantastic book - from the first page it grips you and just refuses to let go, but with a sensitivity that is rare in novels of this kind." ? "I found myself getting pulled into the story from the off. Its articulately written in nice sharp paragraphs and chapters that always leave you feeling like you want more (part of what makes it hard to put down!). I don''t leave many reviews, but this book grabbed me." ? "Great plot & storyline. A thought provoking and gripping read."

A story of impossible choices, buried secrets, and the courage to rebuild. When Georgia removes her autistic son, Dylan, from a prestigious Edinburgh school, she seeks refuge in her family?s ancestral home on the sunlit shores of the Greek island of Corfu. Among the olive trees and cicadas, she discovers her late mother?s diary?an intimate glimpse into a marriage shaped by love, betrayal, and tragedy. The diary?s revelations challenge everything Georgia thought she knew about her parents?and herself.Adam?s life is stagnant, his days blending into one another. When he answers an advert to tutor a boy with autism, he hopes to find purpose. What he doesn?t expect is Georgia?complicated, guarded, and deeply compelling. As their bond grows, Adam and Georgia must confront their own fears, even as the echoes of the past threaten their fragile connection.But the diary holds a final, devastating secret, forcing Georgia to reckon with the choices that shaped her family?s fate?and her own.The Boy Who Hugs Trees is part of Dougie McHale?s Hellenic Collection. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Corfu, it is a poignant tale of love, sacrifice, and the enduring quest for forgiveness. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for The Hellenic Collection: ? ? you feel the heat from the sun, smell the sea, flowers, herbs as it catches your imagination.? Had to stay awake till the early hours to finish.? The way Dougie writes about Greece, I was wishing I was there.? The characters were relatable and the insight into Autism was very good.? You can feel the heat, smell the herbs and connect with the characters.? ? really insightful look at love, life and all it?s fragility.

In a city of shadows, an assassin emerges to wreak her revenge.Betrayed by her colleagues, Acid Vanilla, the deadliest assassin at Annihilation Pest Control, embarks on a globe-trotting mission of bloody retribution.In Hanoi, she faces her greatest challenge yet: infiltrating a shadowy organization led by the only man she''s ever loved.With time running out and a city gripped by fear, Acid must navigate a treacherous web of villains and confront her own conflicted feelings to reach her target before he finds her.As the body count rises and a local man seeks her help, Acid will need every deadly trick to survive in this non-stop thriller from Matthew Hattersley.____________________________________________________Praise for the Acid Vanilla series:? Bold, Bolshy and Brilliant!? ...plots and inner plots kept me glued to my Kindle.? Grabs you in the first chapter and doesn?t let go until the last page.? Superb characters and a great plot cleverly written.? ?fast paced ? keeps you rushing to turn pages.? ?a non-stop rolling plot that defies rational thinking.? Great thriller with a fantastic action heroine.? Acid Vanilla is a serial adrenalin rush. Kept me turning the pages

A heartbreaking loss, a chance at redemption, and the courage to love again.In Edinburgh?s rain-swept streets, Grace thought she had found her forever in Jamie?until a devastating betrayal shatters their marriage and forces her to question everything she believed about love.Fleeing to the sun-bleached shores of Lesvos in Greece, Grace seeks solitude among the island?s ancient olive groves. There, she finds Vasilis, a widowed father whose quiet strength and mysterious past begin to thaw her frozen heart. But as their connection deepens, shadows from both their histories threaten to destroy their fragile new beginning.In a place where centuries-old traditions clash with modern hearts, Grace must decide: Will she let past betrayals define her future, or can she find the courage to trust in love once mor? he Flight of the Dragonfly is part of the Hellenic Collection by Dougie McHale. Set against the dramatic backdrops of Scotland and Greece, The Flight of the Dragonfly weaves an unforgettable tale of love, betrayal, and the powerful journey of self-discovery. Perfect for fans of Amanda Prowse, Lucinda Riley and Jojo Moyes. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for The Hellenic Collection: ? I could not put this book down.? You can almost feel you are in Greece.? Few books capture so many human emotions as this work of fiction.? The best book by far the author has written.? Dougie does not hide from some difficult life choices in this book.? His descriptions of the island, the heat, the village life is so accurate that if you close your eyes you feel that you are there!

A deadly game begins?Ex-assassin Acid Vanilla faces her darkest fears as she confronts the aftermath of her friend''s brutal murder.With the dangerous Darius Duke at large and the shocking revelation that he might be her brother, Acid must navigate a treacherous world of secrets and betrayals. As her relationship with Spook reaches a breaking point, Acid must decide whether to train her friend in the deadly arts or risk losing another loved one.With Darius''s obsession intensifying and a staggering revelation threatening to shatter their bond, Acid and Spook must trust each other to survive.A heart-pounding thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the final page.__________________________________________Praise for the Acid Vanilla series:? Bold, Bolshy and Brilliant!? ?plots and inner plots kept me glued to my Kindle.? Grabs you in the first chapter and doesn?t let go until the last page.? Superb characters and a great plot cleverly written.? ?fast paced ? keeps you rushing to turn pages.? ?a non-stop rolling plot that defies rational thinking.? Great thriller with a fantastic action heroine.? Acid Vanilla is a serial adrenalin rush. Kept me turning the pages

A mysterious portrait. Two couples, a century apart. One secret that will change everything. London 1905, celebrated artist John Sutton paints The Quartet, unaware of the passion and betrayal his brush strokes will ignite. A century later, Mark and Abriana—ex-lovers haunted by their past—are drawn together by the image. As they trace the portrait's journey from London to Greece and war-torn Tuscany, the couple uncover a tale of love, sacrifice, and deception that mirrors their own tumultuous history. With each revelation, they're forced to confront the wounds that tore them apart and question whether healing is possible. On the sun-drenched Greek island of Zakynthos, they meet Pavlos, the key to unlocking the portrait's final secret. But as the past and present collide, Mark and Abriana must decide: Will they let the portrait's legacy destroy them, or can they find redemption in its century-old tale of enduring lov? captivating blend of romance and historical fiction that will keep you enthralled until the last page. _________________________________________________Praise for the Hellenic Collection:? McHale captures the essence of Greece so well and tells a wonderful story of love and loss. ? Dougie McHale’s books just get better and better. I loved The Girl in the Portrait - I liked the link between the past and the present and was gripped by both sides of the story. ? One of those books you just don’t want to put down. ? Dougie takes you to Corfu with such vivid descriptions that if you close your eyes you came feel the warmth of the sun and smell the cyprus trees. ? A story to lose yourself in. ? A gripping story of love lost and love found with a real page turner ending.

In a world of shadows, trust is a deadly game.In a fragile time of peace, a covert team monitors a suspect vehicle, ensuring the safety of a recovering community. Families relax, children play, and a cash-strapped Sam Ireland seeks work abroad. But the tranquility shatters when the operatives witness, in vivid technicolor, the car exploding in real-time.Sam''s phone lights up with the devastating news, hitting painfully close to home. The world''s best undercover operatives are forced to watch helplessly as their targets are eliminated, one by one, right before their eyes. The mastermind behind the chaos is highly skilled and driven by a powerful motive.The unsettling truth? He might be one of their own.From Finn Og comes the gripping Sam Ireland series, relentless thrillers that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish._______________________________Praise for the Sam Ireland thrillers:"Drenched in the authenticity that only comes when you''ve been there and done it. A fantastic book introducing a realistically daunting new hero. I couldn?t put it down.? USA TODAY bestselling author, Mark Dawson? "I?ve read and loved, Lee Child, John Sanford, John Grisham, Jeffrey Deaver, etc and Finn Og leaves them for dead?I could not recommend Finn highly enough."? "Finn Og is without a doubt the best I?ve read! Incredibly clever plots."? "My heart is still racing."? "Sam is a flawed character which makes him believable. It''s been a while since I read a book in a day."? "A gripping suspenseful thriller. I brought this book to read on holiday and had it done on the first day!"? "I thought this book was a great read, and it would make a great film. The character Sam is well written and the plot doesn''t slow down and drag. Great rhythm till the very end."? "This is a fantastic book - from the first page it grips you and just refuses to let go, but with a sensitivity that is rare in novels of this kind."? "I found myself getting pulled into the story from the off. Its articulately written in nice sharp paragraphs and chapters that always leave you feeling like you want more (part of what makes it hard to put down!). I don''t leave many reviews, but this book grabbed me."? "Great plot & storyline. A thought provoking and gripping read."

What if the love you built your life around was built on lies? A story of heartbreak, redemption, and the courage to start again.Louis Satriani thought he had it all?until his world is shattered by Emma?s betrayal. Reeling from the affair, Louis is forced to question everything he believed about love and trust. As he struggles to pick up the pieces, he wonders: Can he rebuild his life and find the strength to love agai? aria Nasiakos, a spirited tour guide on the idyllic Greek island of Zakynthos, feels her life has reached a standstill. When Louis arrives on the island, a chance encounter sparks a connection that will change both their lives forever.As Louis unravels the mysteries of Maria?s family, he?s drawn into an extraordinary tale of love, sacrifice, and a secret buried in the past. Torn between head and heart, he must decide whether to confront the shadows of betrayal or embrace the promise of a new beginning. But as the truth unfolds, Louis discovers that healing can only come through a homecoming?one that will test the boundaries of forgiveness and love.The Homecoming is part of Dougie McHale?s Hellenic Collection. Set against the stunning backdrop of Zakynthos, it is a powerful, moving story perfect for fans of Amanda Prowse, Fiona Valpy, and Victoria Hislop. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for The Hellenic Collection: ? It was a page turner and I read it in 2 days.? A bit of everything, including romance, history, and a surprising ending.? Felt I could smell and hear Greece through the author''s writing, a believable and empathic storyline.? A summer read while on your Greek island.? Wonderful descriptive writing which left me wanting to travel to Greece straight away.? I couldn?t put it down.

She made peace with her bloodstained past. Now someone wants to take her future.Former assassin Acid Vanilla and her friend Spook Horowitz''s fledgling agency takes a dark turn when a missing person case plunges them into London''s criminal underworld.As Acid embraces her violent nature, the duo must navigate a treacherous path of vengeance and vindication.With their lives and sanity at stake, Acid''s renewed bloodlust threatens to consume her and bring her brief, violent existence to a sudden end.Acid Vanilla faces her darkest demons in this pulse-pounding thriller with a twist you won?t see coming.__________________________________________Praise for the Acid Vanilla series:? Bold, Bolshy and Brilliant!? ?plots and inner plots kept me glued to my Kindle.? Grabs you in the first chapter and doesn?t let go until the last page.? Superb characters and a great plot cleverly written.? ?fast paced ? keeps you rushing to turn pages.? ?a non-stop rolling plot that defies rational thinking.? Great thriller with a fantastic action heroine.? Acid Vanilla is a serial adrenalin rush. Kept me turning the pages

Some love stories end in death.A young man frozen in his armchair.Mysterious love letters that promise forever.A body abandoned on cold streets.And one woman who connects them all.When Sophie Carter finds her flatmate dead, it''s just the beginning of her nightmare. As more victims surface, the evidence points to Sophie, and she realizes someone is methodically destroying her life.Detective Inspector Miranda Murphy knows coincidences can be deadly. But as she digs deeper, she uncovers a pattern more disturbing than random kills - these deaths tell a story, and Sophie Carter might be its final chapter.In a case where love and death walk hand in hand, can Murphy separate the innocent from the obsessed before another body drop? udden Death is a haunting Eva McLean British crime thriller that proves the deadliest connections are the ones we never see coming.___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Detective Miranda Murphy Series:? I hope there are at least 20 more in this series.? Love Murphy and Wilcox!.? Top notch storytelling and characters? Love ''British'' Detective Murphy? Twisty

Trust no one. Fight everyone. Never say die.In the heart of Montana Acid Vanilla finds herself entangled in a vicious turf war between a motorcycle gang and corrupt police.When her partner, Spook, vanishes, she must navigate a treacherous web of deceit and violence to find her. Teaming up with the enigmatic Jareth Hicks, Acid confronts her own identity as a killer while racing against time to save Spook.As the stakes rise and the body count mounts, Acid must decide how far she''s willing to go to protect those she loves.__________________________________________Praise for the Acid Vanilla series:? Bold, Bolshy and Brilliant!? ?plots and inner plots kept me glued to my Kindle.? Grabs you in the first chapter and doesn?t let go until the last page.? Superb characters and a great plot cleverly written.? ?fast paced ? keeps you rushing to turn pages.? ?a non-stop rolling plot that defies rational thinking.? Great thriller with a fantastic action heroine.? Acid Vanilla is a serial adrenalin rush. Kept me turning the pages

Betrayed by her agency. Hunted by her past. A lethal assassin on the run.Her code name is Acid Vanilla, and her trade is death. She?s one of the best, but her greatest challenge comes when a routine hit exposes a sinister conspiracy.Marked for assassination by her own agency, she forms an unlikely alliance with her eccentric hacker target.As her past unravels, Acid Vanilla must confront her demons while navigating a web of deceit.Can she dismantle the conspiracy without losing herself in the proces? ark, witty, and action-packed, FINAL KILL is the first book in Matthew Hattersley''s electrifying Acid Vanilla series, perfect for fans of Lee Child, David Baldacci, Mark Dawson, and Daniel Silva.__________________________________________Praise for the Acid Vanilla series:? Bold, Bolshy and Brilliant!? Plots and inner plots kept me glued to my Kindle.? Grabs you in the first chapter and doesn?t let go until the last page.? Superb characters and a great plot cleverly written.? ?fast paced ? keeps you rushing to turn pages.? ?a non-stop rolling plot that defies rational thinking.? Great thriller with a fantastic action heroine.? Acid Vanilla is a serial adrenalin rush. Kept me turning the pages.________________________________________________________________Final Kill was formerly published as Acid Vanilla__________________________________________________________

In the shadow of World War Two, love blossoms?but at a devastating cost. Corfu, 1943 Under German occupation, the once-idyllic island of Corfu has been reduced to hardship and fear. For Alexia, survival is all that matters?until she stumbles upon Frank, a man hiding in an olive grove. He claims to be neither a soldier nor a British spy, but a war artist in desperate need of her help.Risking her life, Alexia hides Frank from the Nazis, knowing that every day brings danger closer. As their bond deepens, love begins to bloom amidst the shadows of war. But Frank harbors secrets of his own, and when the truth comes to light, Alexia is faced with an unthinkable choice?a choice that will test her loyalty, her courage, and the very limits of her heart.Edinburgh, 2010 Decades later, Rob discovers a mysterious photograph among his late mother?s belongings. Determined to uncover its story, he sets out on a journey that leads him to the sunlit olive groves of Corfu. As Rob pieces together the fragments of Alexia and Frank?s story, he discovers that the sacrifices of the past echo into the present, reshaping everything he thought he knew about his family?and himself.As the truth is revealed, Rob uncovers an extraordinary tale of love, betrayal, and unimaginable bravery.Where the Sky Falls is part of Dougie McHale?s Hellenic Collection. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of wartime Corfu and the lingering shadows of its past, Where the Sky Falls is a poignant exploration of the sacrifices we make for love and the hope that bridges generations. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for The Hellenic Collection: ? So descriptive you feel like you''re there.? A very well written insight into how WW2 affected Greece.? I couldn''t wait to read what was happening next.? I loved the story telling, even through the awful terrors of the dreadful war.? I loved every minute of reading it and didn''t want the story to end.? He paints a vivid picture of war-torn Greece, the people caught in the melee. And yet, still, in all that misery and desperation, he?s added textures of love and hope.

Trust no one. Survive at all costs. Ex-assassin Acid Vanilla finds herself trapped on a remote island, pursued by twisted trophy hunters who paid top dollar for the thrill of the kill. Unarmed and outnumbered, she must navigate a treacherous landscape of dense jungles and deadly deception to survive.With danger lurking behind every corner and trust a rare commodity, she''s forced to question everything and everyone.As the body count rises, Acid realizes that the only way out is to turn the tables on her would-be executioners, or else end up the ultimate prize in a sick game.And so the hunt begins.__________________________________________Praise for the Acid Vanilla series:? Bold, Bolshy and Brilliant!? ?plots and inner plots kept me glued to my Kindle.? Grabs you in the first chapter and doesn?t let go until the last page.? Superb characters and a great plot cleverly written.? ?fast paced ? keeps you rushing to turn pages.? ?a non-stop rolling plot that defies rational thinking.? Great thriller with a fantastic action heroine.? Acid Vanilla is a serial adrenalin rush. Kept me turning the pages