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You Can't Escape (Rafferty Family #4)
by Nancy Bush"Nancy Bush always delivers edge-of-your seat suspense!" --Lisa Jackson, New York Times bestselling authorThe Biggest MistakeThe branding iron glows in the moonlight as he presses the searing metal into his victim's flesh. She must wear the devil's sign, just like the others. He knows the curse that afflicts them--and he'll make sure they carry it to their graves...Is BelievingWhen investigative reporter Jay "Dance" Danziger is nearly killed in a bomb blast, journalist Jordanna Winters senses a career-making story. Together they can find out who's responsible. But as their investigation uncovers a string of unsolved murders, each body branded in the same way, Jordanna realizes that Dance isn't the only one in danger. You Could Ever Get Away...Small towns can hold big, dark secrets. Deep in Jordanna's troubled past is the key to a killer's terrifying mission--to purge the guilty one by one, burning their flesh to free their souls. And her turn is coming, as he prepares to make his mark once more...
You Can't Go Home Again
by Michael MurphyIn work and in love, life has taught seasoned police officer Jack that closeness only leads to pain. But Jack is wracked with guilt when his rookie partner Kevin is shot during an undercover assignment and dies in his arms. Why didn't he take the time to get to know the rookie a little? At the funeral, Jack takes a liking to Kevin's brother, Devin. But Jack knows making a connection can cause more hurt, and living on opposite coasts is an added obstacle. With his brother dead, Devin feels a responsibility to Kevin's pregnant widow, Marie. He packs up and moves east, only to have Marie, outraged that he's put his life on hold, slam the door in his face. Devin turns to the only other person he knows in town. As much as it goes against his philosophies on life, Jack takes him in without hesitation. Their tentative exploration into romance is interrupted when Devin is mistaken for his dead brother and taken captive. Just as Jack opens his heart, reality slams into him. But he can't lose anyone else. More than the need to simply save a captive drives Jack to find Devin and bring him home.
You Can't Hide: You Can't Hide (Chicago Ser.)
by Karen RoseTerror has forever changed the life of psychiatrist Tess Ciccotelli. Someone is tormenting her patients, pushing them to commit suicide, and setting her up to take the blame. But Tess can't break her oath to protect her patients' privacy at all costs. Even when detective Aidan Reagan demands a list of everyone she's treating. Even when the mounting danger threatens Tess herself. Aidan doesn't like anyone who stalls his cases. Still, he can't help but admire Tess's fierce loyalty to her patients, especially when it becomes clear that a nameless, faceless enemy is set on destroying her career, her family , and finally, Tess herself. As Aidan's heart softens, the killer's will hardens, and one thing becomes clear - the noose is tightening around Tess's neck.
You Can't Hide (Chicago Series #4)
by Karen RoseHe's there. Stalking you. Killing for you. YOU CAN'T HIDE is a nail-biting thriller from bestselling author Karen Rose, and part of the Chicago series.Someone is tormenting psychiatrist Tess Ciccotelli's patients, pushing them to commit suicide, and setting her up to take the blame. But even police pressure won't make her break her oath to protect their secrets. Detective Aidan Reagan understands Tess's need to safeguard her clients but all the clues suggest that a nameless, faceless enemy is set on destroying her career, her family and, finally, Tess herself. As Reagan and Tess race to stop the killer, one thing becomes clear - the noose is tightening around Tess's neck and there is nowhere for her to go...
You Can't Keep the Change (Slim Callaghan)
by Peter CheyneySlim Callaghan is called to Devonshire to investigate a burglary at Margraud Manor, where valuable jewels - heirlooms of the Vendayne family insured for £100,000 - have disappeared.With his assistant, Windermere Nikolls, he discovers some startling facts - particularly about the lovely Esme Vendayne - and the mystery leads Callaghan to a shady London nightclub and a violent underworld.
You Can't Keep the Change
by Peter CheyneySlim Callaghan is called to Devonshire to investigate a burglary at Margraud Manor, where valuable jewels - heirlooms of the Vendayne family insured for £100,000 - have disappeared.With his assistant, Windermere Nikolls, he discovers some startling facts - particularly about the lovely Esme Vendayne - and the mystery leads Callaghan to a shady London nightclub and a violent underworld.
You Can't Kill a Corpse
by Louis TrimbleJim Clane, arriving in Dunlop to clean up the town, found it teeming with crime, vice and political corruption. Clane started by instigating a near-riot at a political meeting, thus at once getting in the bad graces of both the machine mayor and Wickett, the powerful newspaper publisher who backed him. Then one of the publisher's reporters died, and after that Wickett himself was murdered. And Clane's alibi--that he'd been with the nymphomaniac wife of the jealous city boss--was guaranteed to pack almost as much danger as a murder charge!A fast, tough, suspenseful baffler by a justly popular author.
You Can't Kill a Corpse
by Louis TrimbleJim Clane, arriving in Dunlop to clean up the town, found it teeming with crime, vice and political corruption. Clane started by instigating a near-riot at a political meeting, thus at once getting in the bad graces of both the machine mayor and Wickett, the powerful newspaper publisher who backed him. Then one of the publisher’s reporters died, and after that Wickett himself was murdered. And Clane’s alibi—that he’d been with the nymphomaniac wife of the jealous city boss—was guaranteed to pack almost as much danger as a murder charge!A fast, tough, suspenseful baffler by a justly popular author.
You Can't Kill a Corpse
by Louis TrimbleJim Clane, arriving in Dunlop to clean up the town, found it teeming with crime, vice and political corruption. Clane started by instigating a near-riot at a political meeting, thus at once getting in the bad graces of both the machine mayor and Wickett, the powerful newspaper publisher who backed him. Then one of the publishers reporters died, and after that Wickett himself was murdered. And Clanes alibi-that hed been with the nymphomaniac wife of the jealous city boss-was guaranteed to pack almost as much danger as a murder charge A fast, tough, suspenseful baffler by a justly popular author.
You Can't Kill a Cupcake: Cupcakes in Paradise, The Final Chapter (Cupcakes in Paradise #16)
by Summer PrescottEver feel like you're darned if you do, and darned if you don't? That's just how Missy feels as she wrestles with the decision whether to leave everything she loves behind and relocate to New York. Her husband's family business needs him. Her babies need her. Will she have to give up her cupcake shop? In the midst of it all, a murder is committed, way too close to home. Will this be Chas' final case? Will Spencer do the unthinkable? Will Tim come to the rescue? Find out in this last installment of the Cupcakes in Paradise series. You won't want to miss this! Note for regular readers of the series: There is an Author's Note at the end of the book which explains what will happen to the Cupcakes in Paradise characters - I think you'll like it. SP
You Can't Stop Me
by Max Allan Collins Matthew ClemensNO ONE CAN TWIST THROUGH A MAZE WITH THE INTENSITY AND SUSPENSE OF MAX ALLAN COLLINS. --Clive Cussler Smalltown sheriff J. C. Harrow made headlines when he apprehended a would-be presidential assassin--only to come home that night and find his wife and son brutally murdered. This tragic twist of fate launched his career as the host of reality TV's smash-hit, Crime Seen! But while media star Harrow tracks down dangerous criminals coast to coast--with the help of viewers' tips--a killer with a twisted agenda is making his own bloody path to fame. . . A KILLER YARN FROM A MASTER OF SUSPENSE. --James Rollins As the trail of violence draws closer, Harrow goes off script in a manhunt for the psycho who slaughtered his family. The cameras are rolling. And all of America is watching--including a serial killer with a very specific target audience. . . . MAX ALLAN COLLINS IS MASTERFUL. His ability to sustain suspense [is] exceptional. --San Diego Union-Tribune Among the finest crime writers working today. --Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
You Could Call It Murder
by Lawrence BlockWhen a beautiful young heiress goes missing, it could be a runaway . . . or it could be murder Roy Markham figures the case of Barbara Taft will be easy. A beautiful and wealthy college girl with a wild streak, she's probably left her sleepy New England campus to be with a boy. But when her body turns up in the Hudson River, Roy suspects this is no suicide. While he's working on Barb's case, another beautiful young girl hops into his cab with killers on her tail. Suddenly the private detective finds himself wrapped up in a whole lot of females' troubles and he's got to crack the case to help them--and him--get out alive. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Lawrence Block, including rare photos and never-before-seen documents from his personal collection, and a new afterword written by the author.
You Die Next: The twisty crime thriller that will keep you up all night (Starke & Bell)
by Stephanie Marland Stephanie BroadribbYou can run - but you can't hide...'A highly original, gripping read that didn't let up until the final pages' CASS GREEN'A brilliant premise' ROZ WATKINSWhen a group of urban explorers stumble across a murderer's kill room in a derelict film studio, terror strikes. And when one of the group is found dead, the team realise - they're being hunted.DI Dominic Bell is investigating the murder, but as the body count rises, time is running out. The only person who can help him is a figure from his past, Clementine Starke - but Clementine is haunted by her own demons. Can the two of them pair up to catch the killer? Or is it already too late?A cat-and-mouse thriller perfect for fans of Sarah Hilary and Rachel Abbott. Read it if you dare!What everyone's saying about YOU DIE NEXT...'Slickly plotted, utterly gripping and just a little bit terrifying...' Susi Holliday'Brilliantly creepy' Phoebe Locke'The book to read this Spring!' Sarah Ward
You Die Next: The twisty crime thriller that will keep you up all night (Starke And Bell Ser.)
by Stephanie Marland Stephanie BroadribbYou can run - but you can't hide...'A highly original, gripping read that didn't let up until the final pages' CASS GREEN'A brilliant premise' ROZ WATKINSWhen a group of urban explorers stumble across a murderer's kill room in a derelict film studio, terror strikes. And when one of the group is found dead, the team realise - they're being hunted.DI Dominic Bell is investigating the murder, but as the body count rises, time is running out. The only person who can help him is Dominic's ex, Clementine Starke - but Clementine is haunted by her own demons. Can the two of them pair up to catch the killer? Or is it already too late?A cat-and-mouse thriller perfect for fans of Sarah Hilary and Rachel Abbott. Read it if you dare!What everyone's saying about YOU DIE NEXT...'Slickly plotted, utterly gripping and just a little bit terrifying...' Susi Holliday'Brilliantly creepy' Phoebe Locke'The book to read this Spring!' Sarah Ward
You Die Next: The twisty crime thriller that will keep you up all night (Starke & Bell)
by Stephanie Marland Stephanie BroadribbYou can run...but you can't hide'A highly original, gripping read that didn't let up until the final pages' CASS GREEN'A brilliant premise' ROZ WATKINSWhen a group of urban explorers stumble across a murderer's kill room in a derelict film studio, terror strikes. And when one of the group is found dead, the team realise - they're being hunted.DI Dominic Bell is investigating the murder, but as the body count rises, time is running out. The only person who can help him is a figure from his past, Clementine Starke - but Clementine is haunted by her own demons. Can the two of them pair up to catch the killer? Or is it already too late?A cat-and-mouse thriller perfect for fans of Sarah Hilary and Rachel Abbott. Read it if you dare!
You Die Today (Duncan Maclain Mystery #7)
by Baynard KendrickWhen a blinded veteran shoots up lower Broadway, that's news. It's not only news, but a one-way ticket to Bellevue. And when he shoots up Broadway with his own gun, last seen two years ago just before a General in the U. S. Army was shot, it is much more likely he'll be booked for murder... That's what happened to a young hero from the war in Korea, despite his protestations of innocence, and his account of what happened. And that's when Duncan Maclain stepped into the picture... Maclain not only believed the soldier's story, but followed leads to Hardesty's Health Farm, rich man's cure-all on the Hudson, where, it seemed, you diet today, you die tomorrow!
You Die Today! (The Duncan Maclain Mysteries #7)
by Baynard KendrickA shooting outside a Manhattan bar leads a blind detective to a health spa with a dark secret in this mystery by the author of Make Mine Maclain.Late one summer night, Tubby Severn is enjoying a drink at the bar of the Broadway Palace Hotel when a bullet sails past his head—only six inches away. Lots of people might want Tubby dead, but he&’s not sure why the cops have arrested his best friend, Ted Yates, a blind army veteran. It seems the gun involved in the shooting was Ted&’s service pistol, which was also used in a murder two years ago—and then vanished. Now, with Ted sporting a straitjacket in Bellevue, Tubby turns to Duncan Maclain for help.Maclain agrees to take the case but soon discovers he&’s dealing with more than one suspicious death and a peculiar place called Hardesty&’s Health Farm, where they help clients shed pounds. As Maclain begins making connections in this twisted puzzle, he and his partner, Spud Savage, must quickly nab the killer before someone else is dropped like dead weight . . .&“Suspense! . . . Corking climax!&” —Omaha World-Herald&“Novel murder device, unique fabric of alibis, deeply knotted puzzle, and engaging detection technique.&” —Chicago TribuneBaynard Kendrick was the first American to enlist in the Canadian Army during World War I. While in London, he met a blind English soldier whose observational skills inspired the character of Capt. Duncan Maclain. Kendrick was also a founding member of the Mystery Writers of America and winner of the organization&’s Grand Master Award.
You Don't Know Jack (The Center)
by Mc LeeJack has never known an ordinary life. "The Center," a shadowy organization with its own hidden agenda, has been his home, his school, and his job. Under the command of a man he knows only as his guardian, Jack has trained relentlessly in order to carry out the Center's secret missions. In the three years since he turned thirteen, he's been given more and more complex assignments, rarely questioning the reasons behind each operation. Now, going by the name Jack Carlisle, his orders are to go to Maine and befriend high school track star Leo McCormack. Jack finds Leo easy to like, and soon the like becomes something more. He knows he shouldn't act on his attraction--it's against all the rules. However, Leo wants Jack in his life as much as Jack wants Leo, and soon the two begin a relationship. Jack gets a sweet taste of real life, but when the mission ends the fallout could be disastrous--and not just because Leo's father is the target of the operation.
You Don't Know Me
by Nancy BushDear Reader, You Don't Know Me was the first romantic suspense novel I ever wrote. It was originally published as Tangled in the early 90s under the pseudonym Nancy Kelly. I'm delighted that it's finally available again in this repackaged edition. Everyone in Wagon Wheel, Oregon, knew that Thomas Daniels was a mean, violent man, twisted by liquor and hate. His stepdaughters, Dinah, Denise, and Hayley, knew it better than anyone. And then, with one desperate act, their lives changed forever. Now, years after he disappeared, Thomas Daniels's remains have been found and a murder investigation is underway. All three sisters--Dinah, a respected journalist, acclaimed actress Denise, and Hayley, hungry for her own chance at stardom--find their lives intersecting and unraveling again. And piece by piece, they'll confront the truth about that deadly night--and the dark secrets that could turn one of them into a killer... With its new title and new cover, You Don't Know Me feels like a whole new book to me--one I hope you will enjoy as much as I do!
You Don't Know Me: The most gripping thriller you'll read this year
by Sara Foster‘Dark, compelling and truly memorable. Foster is one of my favourite writers.’ Dervla McTiernan, author of The Ruin‘With richly drawn characters and a tight, deftly handled plot, You Don't Know Me is a propulsive, dark and mysterious thriller.’ Christian White, bestselling author of The Nowhere Child‘This book has it all: a gripping opening, characters I cared deeply for, a compelling mystery and heart-stopping pace. I couldn’t put it down. This is Sara Foster’s best book yet.’ Natasha Lester, bestselling author of The Paris SeamstressLizzie Burdett was eighteen when she vanished. Noah Carruso has never forgotten her: she was his first crush; his unrequited love. She was also his brother’s girlfriend. Tom Carruso hasn’t been home in over a decade. He left soon after Lizzie disappeared, under a darkening cloud of suspicion. Now he’s coming home for the inquest into Lizzie’s death, intent on telling his side of the story for the first time.As the inquest looms, Noah meets Alice Pryce while on holiday in Thailand. They fall in love fast and hard, but Noah can’t bear to tell Alice his deepest fears. And Alice is equally stricken, for she carries a terrible secret of her own.He's guarding a dark secret, but so is she.REVIEWS‘A compelling, layered thriller with beautifully drawn characters.’ Sarah Bailey, author of the Gemma Woodstock series‘Proves yet again that Sara Foster is a writer at the top of her game. A compelling story of secrets, lies, and heartache.’ Emma Visckic, award-winning author of And Fire Came Down and Resurrection Bay‘Gripping, emotional and fast paced. Everything you could want in a suspense novel. I just loved it!’ Tess Woods, author of Beautiful, Messy Love and Love and Other BattlesPRAISE FOR SARA FOSTER'A writer at the top of her game.' Emma Viskic'… an enthralling mystery full of secrets determined to resurface … will keep readers guessing to the end.' Jane Harper, New York Times bestseller'Effortless suspense and dramatic power.' Sydney Morning Herald'Classic suspense but with a wonderful modern edge.' Hannah Richell
You Don't Know Me: The Most Gripping Thriller You'll Read This Year
by Sara FosterHe’s hiding a dark secret ... But so is she A stunning new thriller about the burden of shame from blockbuster author Sara Foster Lizzie Burdett was eighteen when she vanished, and Noah Carruso has never forgotten her. She was his first crush, his unrequited love. She was also his brother’s girlfriend. Tom Carruso hasn’t been home in over a decade. He left soon after Lizzie disappeared under a darkening cloud of suspicion, and now he’s back for the inquest into Lizzie’s death – intent on telling his side of the story. As the inquest looms, Noah meets Alice Pryce on holiday. They fall for each other fast and hard, but Noah can’t bear to tell Alice his deepest fears. And Alice is equally stricken – she carries a terrible secret of her own. Is the truth worth telling if it will destroy everything? ‘Dark, compelling and truly memorable. Foster is one of my favourite writers’ DERVLA McTIERNAN, author of The Ruin ‘With richly drawn characters and a tight, deftly handled plot, YOU DON’T KNOW ME is a propulsive, dark and mysterious thriller.’ Christian White, bestselling author of The Nowhere Child ‘This book has it all: a gripping opening, characters I cared deeply for, a compelling mystery and heart-stopping pace. I couldn’t put it down. This is Sara Foster’s best book yet.’ Natasha Lester, bestselling author of The Paris Seamstress Praise for Sara Foster: ‘Effortless suspense and dramatic power’ Sydney Morning Herald ‘An enthralling mystery’ Jane Harper, New York Times bestselling author of The Dry
You Don't Know Me
by Brooke Magnanti'Hugely impressive' Russel McLean******** You don't know me . . . but your husband does. When a mummified body is found in a quiet town in Scotland, forensic pathologist Harriet Hitchin IDs the woman as call girl Miriam Goldstein. Police quickly lock onto a suspect, but Harriet thinks they are wrong - she must ignore her gut instinct, and risk losing the trail of a killer, or ignore the police and risk her own life.As the investigation ensues, shockwaves from the body's discovery ripple out - former friend, Denise, knows it's only a matter of time before her own past is discovered. Miri's former clients are praying their involvement with her doesn't come to light. And the killer is also in shock - but not for the reasons you'd imagine . . . With taut pace and a twisted sense of humour, You Don't Know Me is a sexy thriller from someone who knows exactly what it means to live a double life - perfect for fans of Katerina Diamond and Joy Ellis. ********What readers are saying about Brooke Magnanti . . .'Hugely impressive . . . Brooke writes the kind of women we want to see in crime fiction' Russel McLean'Rewarding and engaging' Huffington Post'A helter-skelter of a book' Guardian 'Lively and entertaining . . . When her victims are laid out on that slab, her unspeakably detailed descriptions are good enough to put the wind up Patricia Cornwell' Times'One of the most compulsively readable crime novels of 2017 - 5*' Amazon reader'Whip-smart thriller with surprises - 5*' Amazon reader'A thriller that steps outside the genre' Amazon reader
You Don't Know Me
by Dr Brooke Magnanti'Hugely impressive' Russel McLean******** You don't know me . . . but your husband does. When a mummified body is found in a quiet town in Scotland, forensic pathologist Harriet Hitchin IDs the woman as call girl Miriam Goldstein. Police quickly lock onto a suspect, but Harriet thinks they are wrong - she must ignore her gut instinct, and risk losing the trail of a killer, or ignore the police and risk her own life.As the investigation ensues, shockwaves from the body's discovery ripple out - former friend, Denise, knows it's only a matter of time before her own past is discovered. Miri's former clients are praying their involvement with her doesn't come to light. And the killer is also in shock - but not for the reasons you'd imagine . . . With taut pace and a twisted sense of humour, You Don't Know Me is a sexy thriller from someone who knows exactly what it means to live a double life - perfect for fans of Katerina Diamond and Joy Ellis. ********What readers are saying about Brooke Magnanti . . .'Hugely impressive . . . Brooke writes the kind of women we want to see in crime fiction' Russel McLean'Rewarding and engaging' Huffington Post'A helter-skelter of a book' Guardian 'Lively and entertaining . . . When her victims are laid out on that slab, her unspeakably detailed descriptions are good enough to put the wind up Patricia Cornwell' Times'One of the most compulsively readable crime novels of 2017 - 5*' Amazon reader'Whip-smart thriller with surprises - 5*' Amazon reader'A thriller that steps outside the genre' Amazon reader
You Don't Know Me
by Dr Brooke MagnantiA body is found and questions must be answered - the conspiracy runs right to the top . . .Miri Goldstein was a party girl - gregarious, beautiful, dangerous. Now that she's dead, some are able to breathe more easily. But the grave is not always good at keeping secrets and for those whose lives she touched, the truth is going to catch up with them.When pathologist Harriet Hitchin is assigned to the Goldstein corpse, she's not looking to rock the boat - she's made enough mistakes in her career and now she's looking for the quiet life - but when the facts point not just to the murky Westminster underworld, but right to the corridors of power, this time she can't look the other way.It's a case that will play mind games with all who come near - where the pleasures of the flesh meet our darkest desires for control, release and forgiveness. And if answers only come at the cost of confronting our inner demons, will anyone truly face their fears?An electric thriller full of secrets, lies and hidden identities in this gripping thriller from Brooke Magnanti. Read by Catherine Harvey(p) 2017 Orion Publishing Group
You Don't Know Me (Deep Haven Series #6)
by Susan May Warren"To all who know her, Annalise Decker is a model wife and mother. She's a permanent member of the PTA, never misses a sporting event, and is constantly campaigning for her husband's mayoral race. No one knows that Annalise was once Deidre O'Reilly, a troubled young woman whose testimony put a dangerous criminal behind bars. Relocated through the Witness Security Program to the quaint harbor town of Deep Haven, Deidre received a new identity and a fresh start, which began when she fell in love with local real estate agent Nathan Decker. Twenty years later, Annalise couldn't be more unprepared for her past to find her. When Agent Frank Harrison arrives with news that the man she testified against is out on parole and bent on revenge, Annalise must face the consequences of her secrets. Will she run again, or will she find the courage to trust those she loves most with both her past and her future?"