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A Legal Fiction
by Elizabeth FerrarsThe 'Decayed Gentlewoman', Colin and Ginny had called her as children - a disregarded painting badly in need of cleaning, which later vanished. But the 'Decayed Gentlewoman' re-entered their grown-up lives with a bang. The manner of its reappearance sparked a train of suspicion about the true nature of past events. And now Dr Colin Locke, with his childhood emotions vividly reawakened, finds himself drawn into a maze of theft, legal complexities and murder.
A Legal Fiction (Murder Room #22)
by Elizabeth FerrarsThe 'Decayed Gentlewoman', Colin and Ginny had called her as children - a disregarded painting badly in need of cleaning, which later vanished. But the 'Decayed Gentlewoman' re-entered their grown-up lives with a bang. The manner of its reappearance sparked a train of suspicion about the true nature of past events. And now Dr Colin Locke, with his childhood emotions vividly reawakened, finds himself drawn into a maze of theft, legal complexities and murder.
A Lesson in Cruelty: The propulsive new thriller from the bestselling author of Blood Orange
by Harriet TyceWHAT PRICE WOULD YOU PAY FOR THE PERFECT LIFE?**The jaw-dropping new thriller from Sunday Times and Kindle #1 bestseller Harriet Tyce**'Completely unpredictable. The shocks kept coming right up to the final pages.' Lisa Jewell'Harriet's best so far.' Sophie Hannah'Nothing short of unputdownable. One of the best openings I've read in forever.' Alex Michaelides'A shocking, provocative, standout thriller.'Chris Whitaker'Left me breathless.' Lucy ClarkeThey say you can't always get what you want. But you can take it.Anna wants a fresh start. She doesn't believe she deserves it, but after three years behind bars she has finally paid her dues. Most of them, anyway.Lucy craves the attention of the only man she can't have, her alluring Oxford professor. He's married - not for the first time. Maybe she should be next in line?Marie the recluse has been locked up for too long. She's not ready to be free, but some rules are meant to be broken.Everyone wants a perfect life. But not everyone is prepared to take it.Unless someone decides to teach them a lesson.MORE PRAISE FOR A LESSON IN CRUELTY:'A dizzyingly satisfying page-turner.' Sarah Pinborough'Utterly compelling, A Lesson in Cruelty is in the very top tier of psychological thrillers and further cements Harriet Tyce's place amongst the great British crime writers.' M. W. Craven'Perfect plotting, utterly brilliant.' B.A. Paris'I absolutely loved it and devoured it whole in one day. So suspenseful and clever of course, but such great characterisation and real heart.' Laura Marshall'Compulsive, dark and smart, A Lesson in Cruelty delivers on every level.' Gilly Macmillan'An imaginatively told (and very bingeable) thriller.' John Marrs'Superb, twisty plotting that's sure to keep readers guessing until the very end.' Femi Kayode'A deliciously sinister tale of revenge and redemption, with heart-in-mouth tension and head-spinning twists.' Ellery Lloyd
A Lesson in Cruelty: The propulsive new thriller from the bestselling author of Blood Orange
by Harriet TyceWHAT PRICE WOULD YOU PAY FOR THE PERFECT LIFE?**The jaw-dropping new thriller from Sunday Times and Kindle #1 bestseller Harriet Tyce**'Completely unpredictable. The shocks kept coming right up to the final pages.' Lisa Jewell'Harriet's best so far.' Sophie Hannah'Nothing short of unputdownable. One of the best openings I've read in forever.' Alex Michaelides'A shocking, provocative, standout thriller.'Chris Whitaker'Left me breathless.' Lucy ClarkeThey say you can't always get what you want. But you can take it.Anna wants a fresh start. She doesn't believe she deserves it, but after three years behind bars she has finally paid her dues. Most of them, anyway.Lucy craves the attention of the only man she can't have, her alluring Oxford professor. He's married - not for the first time. Maybe she should be next in line?Marie the recluse has been locked up for too long. She's not ready to be free, but some rules are meant to be broken.Everyone wants a perfect life. But not everyone is prepared to take it.Unless someone decides to teach them a lesson.MORE PRAISE FOR A LESSON IN CRUELTY:'A dizzyingly satisfying page-turner.' Sarah Pinborough'Utterly compelling, A Lesson in Cruelty is in the very top tier of psychological thrillers and further cements Harriet Tyce's place amongst the great British crime writers.' M. W. Craven'Perfect plotting, utterly brilliant.' B.A. Paris'I absolutely loved it and devoured it whole in one day. So suspenseful and clever of course, but such great characterisation and real heart.' Laura Marshall'Compulsive, dark and smart, A Lesson in Cruelty delivers on every level.' Gilly Macmillan'An imaginatively told (and very bingeable) thriller.' John Marrs'Superb, twisty plotting that's sure to keep readers guessing until the very end.' Femi Kayode'A deliciously sinister tale of revenge and redemption, with heart-in-mouth tension and head-spinning twists.' Ellery Lloyd
A Lesson in Dying: The First Inspector Ramsay Novel (Inspector Ramsay Series)
by Ann CleevesBefore Shetland and Vera, Ann Cleeves wrote the Inspector Ramsay series featuring a talented, brilliant detective—now in print for the first time in the US.Who hung the headmaster in the playground on the night of the school Halloween Party?Almost everyone in Heppleburn either hated or feared the viper-tongued Harold Medburn. Inspector Ramsay is convinced it was the headmaster’s enigmatic wife but Jack Robson, school governor and caretaker, is determined to prove her innocence.With the help of his restless daughter Patty, Jack digs into the secrets of Heppleburn, and uncovers a cesspit of lies, adultery, blackmail and madness . . .
A Lesson in Malice
by Catherine KirwanA lawyer attempts to solve a murder and prove her own innocence in this pacy, atmospheric taleShe said yes to a dinner invitation, and now she's a murder suspect . . .When an old university friend invites Finn Fitzpatrick to speak at a conference at her alma mater, Finn reluctantly agrees. Now working as a solicitor with a side interest in investigation, Finn is busy with her own troubles but feels she can't say no to her former law school classmate. Even though she has no idea why she's been invited to the conference, or to the exclusive dinner in the College President's private dining room afterwards.Then, three days later, a body is discovered in the College grounds, and everyone who was at the President's dinner is a murder suspect. Including Finn.Finn is determined to find the killer, and to clear her name. But, as she starts to look into her fellow dinner guests, she unearths a slew of dark secrets, bitter rivalries and hidden agendas. Will Finn let sleeping dogs lie, or risk it all to uncover the truth?Hear what everyone is saying about Catherine Kirwan's novels:'A propulsive mystery that feels both fresh and assured' Catherine Ryan Howard'Atmospheric and intriguing with a brilliantly relatable heroine and an explosive, gripping conclusion' Sam Blake'Money and greed, office gossip and secret affairs; twisty and pacy' Andrea Mara(P) 2023 Hachette Ireland
A Lesson in Malice: A gripping, atmospheric murder mystery that will keep you turning the pages
by Catherine KirwanSHE SAID YES TO A DINNER INVITATION. NOW SHE'S A MURDER SUSPECT . . .'A gripping page-turner' CATHERINE RYAN HOWARD'Agatha Christie meets John Grisham' SAM BLAKE'I couldn't put it down' ANDREA MARAA visit to her old university takes an unexpected turn for solicitor Finn Fitzpatrick when she receives an exclusive invitation. She is far from high profile on the legal scene, so why is she on the guestlist for a select gathering in the College president's private dining room?Three days later, a body is discovered on College grounds. And, as the police launch their hunt for the killer, everyone who was at dinner that night falls under suspicion. Including Finn.Soon, she's investigating the murder, unearthing the bitter rivalries and hidden agendas lurking beneath the success of her fellow dinner guests. As the mysteries and revelations pile up, Finn finds herself keeping secrets from those around her - but at what cost?'A perfect "locked-room-whodunnit' murder mystery that will keep you guessing' Sunday Independent'A great read' PATRICIA GIBNEY'A pacy whodunnit' Irish Examiner
A Lesson in Malice: A gripping, atmospheric murder mystery that will keep you turning the pages
by Catherine KirwanSHE SAID YES TO A DINNER INVITATION. NOW SHE'S A MURDER SUSPECT . . .'A gripping page-turner' CATHERINE RYAN HOWARD'Agatha Christie meets John Grisham' SAM BLAKE'I couldn't put it down' ANDREA MARAA visit to her old university takes an unexpected turn for solicitor Finn Fitzpatrick when she receives an exclusive invitation. She is far from high profile on the legal scene, so why is she on the guestlist for a select gathering in the College president's private dining room?Three days later, a body is discovered on College grounds. And, as the police launch their hunt for the killer, everyone who was at dinner that night falls under suspicion. Including Finn.Soon, she's investigating the murder, unearthing the bitter rivalries and hidden agendas lurking beneath the success of her fellow dinner guests. As the mysteries and revelations pile up, Finn finds herself keeping secrets from those around her - but at what cost?'A perfect "locked-room-whodunnit' murder mystery that will keep you guessing' Sunday Independent'A great read' PATRICIA GIBNEY'A pacy whodunnit' Irish Examiner
A Lesson in Passion
by Peggy HunterCordelia Von Helt is on a mission. The eccentric rich widow wants to prove that love really can happen. After a disastrous marriage, Lucy is convinced she'll never love again. There was simply too much pain involved. Besides, the sex with her ex-husband was never very good anyway. Why go through all that again? Shane has his own concerns to deal with. After his own bad marriage, he promised himself he'd never fall in love again and, since his divorce, he's had a long line of willing women keeping his bed warm at night. What more does a man need? Cordelia sets out to prove them both wrong, and tricks Lucy and the disillusioned playboy into spending a long weekend at her summerhouse. The moment Lucy and Shane find themselves alone, passionate sparks fly. Still, good sex is one thing, but how can they find the love they both so desperately need?
A Lesson in Secrets: A Maisie Dobbs Novel (Maisie Dobbs #8)
by Jacqueline WinspearMaisie Dobbs' first assignment for the British Secret Service takes her undercover to Cambridge as a professor--and leads to the investigation of a web of activities being conducted by the emerging Nazi Party.In the summer of 1932, Maisie Dobbs' career takes an exciting new turn when she accepts an undercover assignment directed by Scotland Yard's Special Branch and the Secret Service. Posing as a junior lecturer, she is sent to a private college in Cambridge to monitor any activities "not in the inter-ests of His Majesty's government."When the college's controversial pacifist founder and principal, Greville Liddicote, is murdered, Maisie is directed to stand back as Detective Chief Superintendent Robert MacFarlane and Detective Chief Inspector Richard Stratton spearhead the investigation. She soon discovers, however, that the circumstances of Liddicote's death appear inextricably linked to the suspicious comings and goings of faculty and students under her surveillance.To unravel this web, Maisie must overcome a reluctant Secret Service, discover shameful hidden truths about Britain's conduct during the Great War, and face off against the rising powers of the Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei--the Nazi Party--in Britain.As the storm clouds of World War II gather on the horizon, this pivotal chapter in the life of Maisie Dobbs foreshadows new challenges and powerful enemies facing the psychologist and investigator--and will engage new readers and loyal fans of this "outstanding" series (Marilyn Stasio, New York Times Book Review).
A Lesson in Vengeance
by Victoria LeeA dark, twisty thriller about a centuries-old, ivy-covered boarding school haunted by its history of witchcraft and two girls dangerously close to digging up the past. The dangerous romance and atmospheric setting makes it a perfect read for fans of dark academia. <p><p> The history of Dalloway School lives in the bones it was built on. Five violent deaths in the first ten years of its existence. Sometimes you can still smell the blood on the air. It wasn’t until Felicity enrolled that she fell in love with the dark. And now she’s back to finish her senior year after the tragic death of her girlfriend. She even has her old room in Godwin House, the exclusive dormitory rumored to be haunted by the spirits of the five Dalloway students who died there—girls some say were witches. <p><p> It’s Ellis Haley’s first year at Dalloway. A prodigy novelist at seventeen, Ellis is eccentric and brilliant, and Felicity can’t shake the pull she feels to her. So when Ellis asks for help researching the Dalloway Five for her second book, Felicity can’t say no. Dalloway’s occult lore is everywhere, and the new girl won’t let Felicity forget it. But when the past begins to invade on the present, Felicity needs to decide where she stands. The soil under her feet is bloody with Dalloway’s history. But so is the present. Is it Dalloway—or is it her?
A Lesson in Violence
by Jordan Harper*** WINNER OF THE BEST FIRST NOVEL AWARD AT THE EDGARS 2018*** 'Striking...visceral, violent and utterly compelling, it nevertheless shines with humanity' Daily Mail'Burns bright and fast' Peter Swanson, author of Sunday Times bestseller Her Every FearA GRITTY, PROPULSIVE DEBUT ABOUT A FATHER, A DAUGHTER, AND THE HARDEST LESSONS IN LIFE...&‘If nowhere was safe for her, then the only place he could let her be was with him&’Meet Polly: eleven years old and smart beyond her years. But she&’s a loner, always on the outside, until she is unexpectedly reunited with her father.Meet Nate: fresh out of jail and driving a stolen car, Nate takes Polly from the safety of her quiet existence into a world of robbery, violence and the constant threat of death. And he does it to save her life.A Lesson in Violence is a gripping and emotionally wrenching novel that upends even our most long-held expectations about heroes, villains and victims. Nate takes Polly to save her life, but in the end it may very well be Polly who saves him. &‘This fast-paced and gritty page turner explores the ways in which love can both brutalize and redeem us&’ Amy Engel, author of The Roanoke Girls &‘Urgent and beautiful. The writing is as sharp as broken glass but it&’s the characters who will stay with you, bloody hearts pinned on their sleeves and struggling for redemption and towards each other&’ Lauren Beukes, author of The Shining Girls'One of the best debuts I've ever read' Simon Toyne, author of Sunday Times bestseller Solomon Creed 'The language is searing, the action relentless, the beauty wrenched from ugliness truly astounding' Robin Wasserman, author of Girls on Fire'An extremely impressive debut' Peter Swanson, author of Sunday Times bestseller The Kind Worth Killing'Darkly irresistible...in Polly McClusky, the eleven-year-old girl at the heart of his , Jordan Harper gives us a hero for our times&’ Megan Abbott
A Lethal Cocktail: A totally gripping new cosy Golden Age mystery for fans of Agatha Christie and The Mitford Murders (The Woolf & Bell Mysteries #2)
by Ciar Byrne'Utterly charming and expertly plotted with twists I genuinely never saw coming!' Jessica Bull, author of Miss Austen InvestigatesA gripping and twisty standalone instalment in a charmingly bookish new cosy crime series - The Woolf & Bell Mysteries are perfect for fans of The Mitford Murders, The Three Dahlias and Agatha Christie. 'Agatha Christie vibes . . . in the beautiful Sussex countryside, what's not to love!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'A brilliant cosy crime novel' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'I thoroughly enjoyed this cosy murder mystery and would highly recommend' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐---💍 Three ex-husbands. Two ex-wives. ⚰️ One shocking murder. 🍸 A wedding that's the talk of the town... Tudor Close Hotel, Rottingdean, is the most glamorous venue of the season. And not somewhere Virginia or her sister Vanessa would usually choose to frequent. They're far happier at home with their writing or painting, than brushing shoulders with debutantes or starlets.But Lady Ottoline has had a difficult year, so - despite her rather outlandish tastes - they let her choose the meeting spot. And when the group bumps into fashion designer Mimi Mason in the hotel bar, they begrudgingly accept an invite to her wedding breakfast the next morning. No one imagined that, a few cocktails later, Mimi would be dead.As the sisters are drawn into a new case, it becomes clear that someone meticulously planned this murder. Beneath the glittering exterior, there was a dark side to this beautiful bride - and every wedding guest had a reason to sabotage this happy union. But which one of them decided it was time to give Mimi a taste of her own poison?READERS LOVE WOOLF & BELL:'A delightful start to a new series'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Enjoyable and entertaining'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I thoroughly enjoyed this cozy murder mystery and would highly recommend'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Looking forward to reading more Woolf & Bell Mysteries'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I cannot wait to read the rest of the series'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A strong start to the Woolf & Bell Mysteries series, it had everything I was looking for'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
A Lethal Cocktail: A totally gripping new cosy Golden Age mystery for fans of Agatha Christie and The Mitford Murders (The Woolf & Bell Mysteries #2)
by Ciar Byrne'Utterly charming and expertly plotted with twists I genuinely never saw coming!' Jessica Bull, author of Miss Austen InvestigatesA gripping and twisty standalone instalment in a charmingly bookish new cosy crime series - The Woolf & Bell Mysteries are perfect for fans of The Mitford Murders, The Three Dahlias and Agatha Christie. 'Agatha Christie vibes . . . in the beautiful Sussex countryside, what's not to love!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'A brilliant cosy crime novel' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'I thoroughly enjoyed this cosy murder mystery and would highly recommend' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐---💍 Three ex-husbands. Two ex-wives. ⚰️ One shocking murder. 🍸 A wedding that's the talk of the town... Tudor Close Hotel, Rottingdean, is the most glamorous venue of the season. And not somewhere Virginia or her sister Vanessa would usually choose to frequent. They're far happier at home with their writing or painting, than brushing shoulders with debutantes or starlets.But Lady Ottoline has had a difficult year, so - despite her rather outlandish tastes - they let her choose the meeting spot. And when the group bumps into fashion designer Mimi Mason in the hotel bar, they begrudgingly accept an invite to her wedding breakfast the next morning. No one imagined that, a few cocktails later, Mimi would be dead.As the sisters are drawn into a new case, it becomes clear that someone meticulously planned this murder. Beneath the glittering exterior, there was a dark side to this beautiful bride - and every wedding guest had a reason to sabotage this happy union. But which one of them decided it was time to give Mimi a taste of her own poison?READERS LOVE WOOLF & BELL:'A delightful start to a new series'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Enjoyable and entertaining'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I thoroughly enjoyed this cozy murder mystery and would highly recommend'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Looking forward to reading more Woolf & Bell Mysteries'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I cannot wait to read the rest of the series'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A strong start to the Woolf & Bell Mysteries series, it had everything I was looking for'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
A Lethal Cocktail: A totally gripping new cosy Golden Age mystery for fans of Agatha Christie and The Mitford Murders (The Woolf & Bell Mysteries #2)
by Ciar Byrne'Utterly charming and expertly plotted with twists I genuinely never saw coming!' Jessica Bull, author of Miss Austen InvestigatesA gripping and twisty standalone instalment in a charmingly bookish new cosy crime series - The Woolf & Bell Mysteries are perfect for fans of The Mitford Murders, The Three Dahlias and Agatha Christie. 'Agatha Christie vibes . . . in the beautiful Sussex countryside, what's not to love!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'A brilliant cosy crime novel' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'I thoroughly enjoyed this cosy murder mystery and would highly recommend' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐---💍 Three ex-husbands. Two ex-wives. ⚰️ One shocking murder. 🍸 A wedding that's the talk of the town... Tudor Close Hotel, Rottingdean, is the most glamorous venue of the season. And not somewhere Virginia or her sister Vanessa would usually choose to frequent. They're far happier at home with their writing or painting, than brushing shoulders with debutantes or starlets.But Lady Ottoline has had a difficult year, so - despite her rather outlandish tastes - they let her choose the meeting spot. And when the group bumps into fashion designer Mimi Mason in the hotel bar, they begrudgingly accept an invite to her wedding breakfast the next morning. No one imagined that, a few cocktails later, Mimi would be dead.As the sisters are drawn into a new case, it becomes clear that someone meticulously planned this murder. Beneath the glittering exterior, there was a dark side to this beautiful bride - and every wedding guest had a reason to sabotage this happy union. But which one of them decided it was time to give Mimi a taste of her own poison?READERS LOVE WOOLF & BELL:'A delightful start to a new series'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Enjoyable and entertaining'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I thoroughly enjoyed this cozy murder mystery and would highly recommend'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Looking forward to reading more Woolf & Bell Mysteries'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I cannot wait to read the rest of the series'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A strong start to the Woolf & Bell Mysteries series, it had everything I was looking for'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
A Lethal Lady (A Harlem Renaissance Mystery #3)
by Nekesa AfiaLouise Lloyd&’s time away in Paris is everything she was hoping it would be until a shocking murder turns her entire world upside down.Louise Lloyd is finally living the quiet life she&’d longed for, working in a parfumerie by day and spending time with her new friends every night at the Aquarius club in Paris. When a desperate mother asks for help locating her artist daughter, Louise initially refuses to keep her hard-won but fragile peace intact. But the woman comes with a letter of introduction from an old friend in Harlem, and Louise realizes she has no choice but to do what she can to find the missing young woman.The woman&’s daughter, Iris Wright, is part of an elite social circle. Louise soon finds herself drawn into a world of privilege and ice-cold ambition—a young group of artists who will do anything to get ahead—but would they murder one of their own? With the help of some friends from home, Louise must untangle a web of lies, jealousy, and betrayal to find out what really happened to Iris while fighting to keep her new life from crashing down around her.
A Lethal Legacy (New York Confidential #4)
by Heather GrahamTREASURE OR TREACHERY?Douglas Island sits off the coast of New York State, its imposing cliffs warning away visitors. Still, Finn Douglas has big plans for his inheritance and the rambling manor house that dominates the landscape. He has a vision to turn the island into a resort getaway for overworked city dwellers. But when the broken body of his business partner is found at the base of the rocky escarpment, he fears it wasn’t an accident.Special Agent Craig Frasier agrees to help his cousin Finn by investigating and, with psychologist Kieran Finnegan at his side, heads to the island. As Craig and Kieran delve into the history of the Douglas estate, they discover that the property comes complete with strange lore and a blood-soaked past. Something evil seems to be lurking in the caverns that run beneath the stony ground. Is there something on the island that someone is willing to kill to protect? Kieran and Craig take on a dangerous search for the truth, where one false step could send them plummeting to their deaths, and one wrong turn could bring them face-to-face with a killer.
A Lethal Mistake (Bissonet And Cruz Investigations Ser. #3)
by Scotty CadeBissonet & Cruz Investigations: Book ThreeBeau Bissonet and Tollison Cruz are back, along with Bruce, Auggie, and now Bastien, Tollison's ex-partner. From the initial spark between them in Zurich, Bruce and Bastien's attraction has flared, and Bastien has come to the Big Easy to explore what lies ahead for them. It's Mardi Gras, and New Orleans is alive and festive, teeming with excited tourists and locals alike. The first few parades go off without a hitch. And then a man is targeted, shot, and killed right in the middle of a crowded street. Auggie and Bruce are called in to investigate, but before they even get started, more deaths occur, one at each of the next two parades. Auggie realizes he's dealing with a serial killer and jumps into action. Beau and Tollison join the investigation and stumble upon some similarities in the murders that are too strong to ignore. But before they can unravel the perpetrator's motives and get ahead of him, he fires another shot that affects the tightly knit group of friends in a way none of them could have ever imagined. Together they must all come up with a plan to stop the killing and serve justice in the process.
A Lethal Question
by Mark RubinsteinWith one patient's question, a therapist's life careens off the rails Manhattan psychiatrist Bill Madrian takes pride in the level of trust he establishes with his patients. For a patient to open up, they must truly believe that everything said in a therapy session remains confidential. But Bill has never realized the complications this confidentiality could present—until he treats Alex Bronzi. One day, in a session with Alex, the young man asks, "Hey Doc, ya wanna know who clipped Boris Levenko?" Bill can hardly believe his ears. Boris Levenko was a major crime boss who had been executed a few days prior. The question, so loaded with portent, gives Bill information he desperately did not want to hear. With this knowledge, Bill's life is upended, and he begins a fight for survival that takes him and his loved ones on a nightmarish journey far beyond the realm of anything he could have ever imagined. Bill has to untangle himself from a web of deceit and corruption or risk losing his career, his family, and his life.Perfect for fans of Joseph Finder and Dennis Lehane
A Lethal Truth
by Alexis MorganShe survived a serial killer… but can she evade him again? Aubrey Sims escaped a serial killer, but she never stopped looking over her shoulder. And now her deepest fear is beginning again: the killer is back. He&’s begun playing a cat and mouse game with Aubrey, making her relive a nightmare that never really went away. Cold case detective Jonah Kelly—a man who has his own past failings to atone for—will do whatever it takes to protect Aubrey. But their wounded hearts are drawing them all too close just as the killer&’s noose tightens around them…From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
A Lethal Walk in Lakeland (A Walk Through England Mystery)
by Nicholas GeorgeFans of Carlene O&’Connor&’s Irish Village mysteries will love the latest novel in this cozy series set in the beautiful English countryside and featuring San Diego sleuth Rick &“Chase&” Chasen. Chase has two compelling reasons for returning to England—a group walk along the famed Coast to Coast trail in the picturesque Lake District, and a chance to further his relationship with Mike, the handsome Devonshire doctor he met on his last trip. The walkers, including Chase&’s dear friend and fellow Anglophile Billie Mondreau, assemble at a Whitehaven hotel and begin their adventure with the traditional &“baptism of the boots&” in St. Bee&’s Bay. But they&’ve barely begun traveling eastward with their genial guide than the group dynamics turns unexpectedly rocky. The problem is the Uptons—a wealthy family who have arrived from Texas, and whose squabbling antics continually overshadow the bucolic surroundings. Brock Upton, tall and commanding, is traveling with his pint-sized wife and his three siblings, along with a family friend. Every member of the party cites a different reason for joining the tour, and Chase&’s instincts tell him they&’re all lying. Brock&’s heart condition hinders their progress through the Lake District&’s hills and dales. But that proves the least of their problems when one of the Uptons is fatally poisoned. Years of secrets and grudges emerge, along with a decades-old family mystery. And only Chase&’s investigative expertise can find the answers—and uncover a killer in their midst before tragedy befalls the tour again . . .
A Letter from Yesay
by Stephanie FreemanShe folded the pages. Some were old . . . stained with tears and time. Others were a pale pink . . . the color of hope, scented with lavender and regrets. It was hello. It was goodbye and the fathoms of memory that dwell in between.Murder mystery writer Garin Carter surrounds herself with shadows and secrets for a living. But when the mystery leaves the page and puts her life and others at risk, can she trust a stranger with an unspeakable or will the contents of the letter seal her fate?Multimillionaire Alex Mathews has the world at his fingertips when a letter arrives. Will its contents rip at the very fabric of his existence or will it bring him a happiness he's never known?Sensuality Level: Sensual
A Libby Sarjeant Murder Mystery Boxset Vol 1
by Lesley CookmanMurder in Steeple Martin - Book One in the Libby Sarjeant Murder Mysteries First in a series of British murder mysteries featuring retired middle-aged actress and sleuth, Libby Sarjeant. Artist and ex-actress Libby Sarjeant is busy directing a play for the opening of a new theatre in her village when one of her cast is found murdered. The play, written by her friend Peter, is based on real events in his family, which took place in the village during the last war. As the investigation into the murder begins to uncover a tangled web of relationships in the village, it seems that the events dramatised in the play still cast a long shadow...dark enough to inspire murder. Libby s natural nosiness soon leads her into the thick of the investigation, but is she too close to Peter's family to be able to recognise the murderer? Murder at the Laurels - Book Two in the Libby Sarjeant Murder Mysteries Steeple Martin amateur detective Libby Sarjeant's friend, and sleuthing partner, psychic investigator Fran Castle, suspects that there is something suspicious about the death of her aunt in a nursing home. When Fran's long-lost relatives turn up and seem either unconcerned or obstructive, Libby and Fran are sure something is wrong, particularly as the will is missing. As usual Libby needs very little persuasion to start investigating, even if she doesn't see herself as Miss Marple. They discover surprising links to Fran's own past but, as the murders multiply and the police take over, can the amateur sleuths keep on the trail? Murder in Midwinter - - Book Three in the Libby Sarjeant Murder Mysteries Libby Sarjeant and psychic investigator Fran Castle befriend Bella Morleigh, who has inherited a derelict theatre. When an unknown body is discovered inside the theatre, they feel duty bound to help with the investigation. Although Libby is rather distracted by the preparations for her friends' Civil Partnership ceremony, she's getting the hang of using a computer to dig for information. However, when a second body is found it is one of Fran's psychic moments that makes the connection between the deaths; a connection with startling results.
A Lie For A Lie: A completely riveting psychological thriller, for fans of Big Little Lies and The Rumour
by Julie Corbin*The next gripping suspense thriller from Julie Corbin, Whispers of a Scandal, is available to pre-order now!*Teacher versus pupil.It's your word against hers . . .As a school nurse, Anna Pierce is a well-respected and trusted member of the community. So when she is accused of hitting a pupil, the reaction is one of shock and disbelief.The pupil is Tori Carmichael - Anna's mentee and a troubled child known for bending the truth.With her career and reputation on the line, Anna is determined to clear her name. But before she can, the worst happens: Tori is found dead.Suspicion mounts against Anna, who says she didn't do it.But if she isn't the killer, there is someone out there who is . . .Delivering a dark and twisting plot and asking the reader 'What would you do?', this is gripping suspense for fans of Big Little Lies and The Rumour.Readers are gripped by A Lie For A Lie'Full of secrets, twists, and unexpected answers. I was hooked.''Absolutely amazing book! It was the perfect thriller!''I cannot recommend it highly enough - a fabulous read.''An extremely well written, utterly riveting thriller that had me totally captivated from the very first page.'A gripping tale of deception, manipulation and judgements that keeps the reader guessing and frantically turning the pages.''Julie Corbin works her magic . . . I was gripped by every single page.''I'll definitely be recommending it to my other book lover friends. Can't wait to read more by Julie Corbin!''A gripping story from the very beginning. Julie Corbin is a new author to add to my "favourite authors" list.'
A Lie For A Lie: A completely riveting psychological thriller, for fans of Big Little Lies and The Rumour
by Julie Corbin*The next gripping suspense thriller from Julie Corbin, Whispers of a Scandal, is available to pre-order now!*Teacher versus pupil.It's your word against hers . . .As a school nurse, Anna Pierce is a well-respected and trusted member of the community. So when she is accused of hitting a pupil, the reaction is one of shock and disbelief.The pupil is Tori Carmichael - Anna's mentee and a troubled child known for bending the truth.With her career and reputation on the line, Anna is determined to clear her name. But before she can, the worst happens: Tori is found dead.Suspicion mounts against Anna, who says she didn't do it.But if she isn't the killer, there is someone out there who is . . .Delivering a dark and twisting plot and asking the reader 'What would you do?', this is gripping suspense for fans of Big Little Lies and The Rumour.Readers are gripped by A Lie For A Lie'Full of secrets, twists, and unexpected answers. I was hooked.''Absolutely amazing book! It was the perfect thriller!''I cannot recommend it highly enough - a fabulous read.''An extremely well written, utterly riveting thriller that had me totally captivated from the very first page.'A gripping tale of deception, manipulation and judgements that keeps the reader guessing and frantically turning the pages.''Julie Corbin works her magic . . . I was gripped by every single page.''I'll definitely be recommending it to my other book lover friends. Can't wait to read more by Julie Corbin!''A gripping story from the very beginning. Julie Corbin is a new author to add to my "favourite authors" list.'