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"THE BEST romance trilogy I have ever read!!" Amazon reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿Lexy Culhane follows in stunned silence as her father bundles her younger brothers onto the train in a midnight flight away from the only life they have ever known. It seems impossible to her that her gentle, loving mother could have shot a man.Despite the shock, Lexy soon grows to love her new home at Wild Swan, the grand horse farm in Maryland run by her formidable grandmother, Alexandria Falconer. It is from Alex that Lexy has inherited her fiery and rebellious spirit, and which eventually leads her headlong into a career as a crusading reporter during the final days of the frontier wars.When Lexy meets enigmatic fellow reporter Hawk MacKenna, she feels she has finally found her soulmate. But Hawk's life is shadowed by a mistake from his youth, and still haunted by her mother's actions, Lexy struggles to trust him. When her relentless curiosity about his hidden past comes between them, Hawk leaves for the battlefields in the West and Lexy accepts an invitation from distant relations in England. But when she is offered a chance to stay, she faces a test-can she choose between building a new life in this foreign land, or returning to face the pain, and the love, that she left behind?A stunning, dramatic and heartfelt story by beloved storyteller Celeste De Blasis, set against the backdrop of the most turbulent age of American history. Perfect for readers who love Poldark, Outlander and Daphne du Maurier.A Wild Legacy was originally published as A Season of Swans.Readers love the Wild Swan trilogy:"Read it OVER and OVER. The pages were falling out." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars"Made me laugh, cry and feel all the range of emotions." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars"One of my all-time FAVORITE books!!!!!!!!" Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Motherhood is amazing and the devotion you encounter is staggeringly strong. But when you're in the eye of the shitstorm, veering between love and lunacy, wondering how this tiny, adorable human can wreak so much bedlam in your life, I believe you need a robust sense of humour to help save your sanity. For Zeena Moolla, the early days of being a new mum were a heady cocktail of sleepless nights, acid reflux and aching boobs. But finding the funny in the chaos buffered so much of the stress. And she has her dad to thank...Being brought up solely by a single dad, one of a foreign, Muslim background, exemplified beautifully that parenting and families come in all different shapes and sizes. His massive-hearted parenting shaped the kind of mother Zeena is, and as the funniest person she knows, he can also turn any situation around with warmth, wit and a cheese sandwich. If that's not a vital skill in parenting, then what is? With top tips for surviving sleep-deprivation (spoiler alert: embrace a cantankerous mood and don't buy crap coffee) to dealing with judgy idiots, getting to grips with shitty mum-guilt and returning to work, Zeena will show you that motherhood won't just get better, it'll be incredible. Laugh-out-loud funny, honest, tender and packed with real life advice - this is essential reading for every new mother not cherishing every moment, feeling like a misfit or simply finding this parenting lark all too much.

Virginia, 1934: In the middle of the night, he crept through the bushes, thankful for the darkness, for the clouds covering the stars. Tenderly, he opened his bag, lifting the small bundle out. With tears in his eyes, he held her tight, not wanting to let her go. But he had no choiceit was the only way. ';This is your new home, little one. You'll be safe here.' Distant rumblings of conflict in Europe have reached even the secluded, snow-dusted mountains of Virginia, where Lauren Greenwood faces a battle of her own. The Great Depression is crippling America, leaving millions of its victims without shoes on their feet and clothes on their backs. Hope Housethe orphanage Lauren runsis suffering more than ever. The one thing Lauren is not short of is love. But with just a handful of dollars to her name, every day is a struggle to feed the orphans and keep a roof over their heads. Yet she refuses to give up. When a baby is left on the porch, Lauren welcomes her with open arms. The abandoned new-born, Maisie, is left with a crumpled letterher parents begging Lauren to look after the girl and promising to return for her one day. Lauren refuses to allow another child to fall prey to the Depression, and vows to provide little Maisie with the love and protection of a mother. But when the debt collectors come calling, threatening to shut down the orphanage, Lauren runs out of hope. Any day now the children could be thrown onto the frozen streets, where survival is impossible. With tragedy just around the corner, how can she ever reunite Maisie with her parents? And if she doesn't manage to save the orphans, how will she live with herself? A totally heartbreaking tale with a beautiful and hopeful messagewhen all else fails, love can save the day. Fans of Before We Were Yours, The Orphan Train and Diney Costeloe will be swept away by this emotional and totally gripping historical page-turner from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Wesson. Readers totally love Rachel Wesson's Hope House series: ';Love love love this book!!! I laughed, I cried and it really touched me.' NetGalley Reviewer, ';Tissues! I cried A masterpiece of truth! Eye-opening! I would give this book more stars if I could! I'd definitely recommend this book to everyone!' Goodreads Reviewer, ';I loved each and every minute Heartwrenching Reminiscent of Of Mice and Men as well as The Colour Purple, JoJo Moyes' The Giver of Stars with a dash of Kathryn Stockett's The Help Like a warm hug on a winter's day An emotional rollercoaster.' Rachel M Writes, ';A tearjerker. I sobbed I KNEW it would be heartbreaking just from the title But it was worth all the sobbing

Just as the lightning bolt of memory passed, a pair of hands grabbed Olivia's shoulders and shoved her body backwards against the wooden floor. I'm not going to die here, am I? she thought, though the answer seemed all too clear. Am I?Port Gamble, Washington: When the body of English exchange student Olivia Grant is found at the palatial home of local schoolgirl, Brianna Connors, the town assumes that it's a Halloween prank gone wrong. But when Brianna and her boyfriend Drew are spotted casually shopping the next day, people start to talk: how could they be so unaffected by Olivia's death?Twins Hayley and Taylor Ryan have received signs from beyond the grave for as long as they can remember. As the local police piece together the mystery, the girls begin to receive messages suggesting that something darker was at play that night. The killer had a target and they're not done yet.When the prime suspects disappear, the twins know that time is running out. But to get to the killer, they will first need to confront a close family member who harbors a long-held secret and has committed the ultimate act of betrayal.From the #1 New York Times bestselling author comes an unputdownable thriller about two girls' hunt to find a killer on the run, with a touch of supernatural help. Perfect for fans of Melinda Leigh, Robert Dugoni and James Patterson.This book was originally published as BETRAYAL. This new edition has been re-edited since its publication in 2012.Praise for Gregg Olsen:"OMG!!... I was simply blown away by this... I couldn't look away... The story took me by my throat making me gasp every few chapters... Wow!!" Shalini's Books and Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿"What a complete stunner of a read this is. It had everything, sensational, creepy, addictive with a stunningly complex plot from beginning to end and I loved, loved, loved it!!... So this is going to rate as one my best reads of the year." Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

Fifteen-year-old twins Hayley and Taylor Ryan of Port Gamble, WA, known as "Empty Coffin" because of a local legend, investigate a former friend's Christmas suicide and, along the way, discover a secret from their own past.

Please forgive me for what I'm about to do...Standing at the school gates, he waits until the last child leaves the safety of the playground. And then he follows at a distance, keeping to the shadows. Only he knows what's going to happen next.In a quiet church, on a busy London street, 12-year-old Donovan Blair is found dead. His hands are clasped together as if in prayer. Just hours ago, he was happily playing with his friends at school, but now his body is lifeless, and his killer is long gone.Detective Dan Lockhart is working alone on his wife's missing person's case when he receives a call telling him to get to the crime scene at St Mary's Church immediately.Bringing in psychologist Dr Lexi Green to help profile the murderer, Dan is convinced that the killer has provided a clue by leaving the body in a prayer position, and Lexi agrees. As they try to get into the mind of the person responsible, another victim is found. A 13-year-old girl, left in a different church, posed in exactly the same way.Fearing the murderer may already have another child in his sights, Dan and Lexi work together to establish links between the two deaths, and soon discover that not only were both children in care - they had attended the same school. And when it emerges that Lexi's new boyfriend works there, things become difficult between her and Dan. How much can he tell Lexi about the case? And could she be at risk?As Dan makes a breakthrough in the investigation, he receives devastating news about his wife, Jess. But with children's lives at stake and Lexi in danger, Dan must put his personal emotions aside and chase the killer. Can he and Lexi work out who is behind the murders before another vulnerable child is taken?This nail-biting crime book is perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Lisa Regan and Robert Dugoni. Once you pick up Lost Souls, you won't be able to put it down!What readers are saying about Lost Souls:'A totally gripping page-turner that crackles with tension - get ready to stay up late!' Lisa Regan, author'I read this within 24 hours... It was outstanding... An astonishing page-turner.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'An Incredible book.' B for Bookreview, 5 stars

';Totally addictive, twisty and unputdownable with one of the most unforgettable villains in recent thrillers.' Erin Kelly, bestselling author of He Said, She Said I need the two men sitting on the other side of the interview table to trust me. My family's happiness is riding on my getting this job. I smile, knowing that first impressions are key. There's no link between having a friendly face and being trustworthy, but humans are built to think there is. Even us doctors, who should know better. If only I could keep my past secret from these men, but they'll have read about me in the papers the court case, the threats, the lies that were told. But what's important now are my son and daughter: a new house, new school, a new start away from the city. Away from my ex, my old job and the scandal that nearly ruined me. What I don't know yet is that if I convince them to hire me, I'll be putting my children in terrible danger. I'm trying to make things right, but this is when it starts to go wrong. And when one of my precious children goes missing, I'll realise that the nightmare is far from over. In spite of everything I've gone through, I will fail to recognise the evils a friendly face can hide. Sometimes it's the people who want to be closest to you that you should be most afraid of. They're the ones who know your secrets. Who want to make you pay. Utterly twisty and completely unputdownable. This insanely gripping page-turner from bestselling author Lucy Dawson is perfect for anyone who tore through Friend Request, Gone Girl or My Lovely Wife. What readers are saying about Lucy Dawson:';Omg this book was soooo good. I couldn't put it down It was such a shocking twist at the end. All the revelations that came to light at the end were fantastic. This book had everything.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';Wow, wow, wow, wow, wow, what a book! grabs you from the very beginning and doesn't let you go until the very last page An absolutely fabulous, nail-biting thriller!!' Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars ';I flew through it. It's a hold your breath, race to the end, one-sitting read. Delicious twists!' Jo Spain, bestselling author of The Confession ';Oh MY, OHH MYY! WOOW, this was soo INTENSE!!... This riveting story will definitely have you reading until the small hours.' Goodreads reviewer ';I read it in 24 hours, could not put it down. I could not have foreseen the ending in a million years.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';Wow! I loved it! Just brilliant

Shivering in the early morning chill, the caretaker flips the switch on the Ferris wheel and stumbles back in shock. The teenage girl's body is slumped in a halo of pretty colored lights, long red hair spilling over her tear-stained cheeks, her eyes fixed forever on her dangling feet.When teenager Nikki Jackson's body is found at an amusement park, just hours after Fourth of July fireworks lit up the night sky, the Lost Creek police rule her death as suicide-a devastating final act from a girl who had lost all hope. But the absence of the knife used to make the wounds on her delicate wrists makes Detective Madison Harper think otherwise. And the partial fingerprint found on the girl's face proves her right. Someone else was with Nikki in her final moments...Back home in Colorado for the first time in seven years to investigate the murder of a woman with ties to the son she lost to the care system, the pressure is on for Madison to work both cases at once. Fearing the team has missed a vital clue, Madison searches the crime scene alone and finds the last thing she ever expected: a note proving the victims knew each other, and that the cases are linked. Is this a coincidence, proof a dangerous murderer is on the loose, or a trap set to lead Madison off the trail?It's only when Madison finally finds the knife used to harm Nikki, tucked in an almost impossible to find hiding place, that she knows she is closing-in on a twisted killer. But the last person she expects to see dragged into the department in handcuffs is her own missing son...An absolutely unputdownable crime thriller that will have you sleeping with the lights on. Addictive reading for anyone who loves Lisa Regan, Robert Dugoni and Melinda Leigh.Everyone is talking about Cry For Help:'Oh man, what a rollercoaster of a ride... jaw-dropping and edge-of-the-seat stuff... couldn't put it down till it was finished!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Absolutely LOVED... Kept me guessing right up to the end. Non-stop from page one. This is a must-read!' Owl Books, 5 stars

';FANTASTIC PERFECT weekend read. I just LOVED the friendships of the four women I am sooooo sad its over.' Goodreads Reviewer, Everyone has one big regret Ivy has been looking forward to seeing her oldest college friends for months. But the reunion couldn't have come at a worse time. Her husband has left her and she is struggling to pay the bills. She's never felt less like sitting around drinking cocktails. And as the reunion weekend approaches, Ivy can't stop thinking about the life-altering mistake that changed everything during her senior year Not wanting to let everyone down, Ivy boards the plane to Boston and makes her way to Elise's stunning Cape Cod summerhouse, where Ada and Libby are waiting. That evening, as everyone gathers on the sofa with several bottles of wine, someone suggests they play truth or dare. When Ada picks truth and is asked about her biggest regret, something is said that can't be taken back. Something that makes Ivy question the moment she has always blamed herself for and makes her wonder if these women were ever her friends to begin with. But Ivy's not the only one keeping secrets. Ada, Elise and Libby's perfect lives are not quite what they seem. As new revelations come to light, will this weekend bring the three friends closer than ever or tear them apart for good? A gripping, emotional drama about the complexities of friendship and the lengths we will go for the ones we love. Perfect for fans of Big Little Lies, Elin Hilderbrand and The Family Next Door. Praise for Emily Cavanagh: ';Hooked me on the first page This book grabbed me I read it in two sittings.' The World Is Ours to Read, Heartbreaking and poignant A story of secrets and families, love, loss and betrayal Loved, loved, loved this book.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';I absolutely loved this book Captivating, compelling, powerful and so heart-breaking. It was one that I could not tear myself away from If I could give it more than 5 stars I would.' Once Upon A Time Book Blog, ';Heartbreaking, unforgettable and captivating I just couldn't put it down.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';A page-turner Nothing was as it seemed, and everyone had something to hide I was hooked from the first page.' Lu Reviews Books ';Heartbreaking and gripping page turner with a twist. This instantly pulled me in I just had to finish and find out what happened.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';A page turner with a twist I didn't want to put it down

"Snow falls and a woman prepares for a funeral she has long expected, yet hoped would never come. As she pats her hair and straightens her skirt, she tells herself this isn't the first time she's lost someone. Lifting a delicate, battered wristwatch from a little box on her dresser, she presses it to her cheek. Suddenly, she's lost in memory... January 1945. Dachau, Germany. As the train rattles through the bright, snowy Bavarian countryside, the still beauty outside the window hides the terrible scenes inside the train, where men and women are packed together, cold and terrified. Jewish watchmaker Isaac Schèuller can't understand how he came to be here, and is certain he won't be leaving alive. When the prisoners arrive at Dachau concentration camp, Isaac is unexpectedly pulled from the crowd and installed in the nearby household of Senior Officer Becher and his young, pretty, spoiled wife. With his talent for watchmaking, Isaac can be of use to Becher, but he knows his life is only worth something here as long as Becher needs his skills. Anna Reznick waits table and washes linens for the Bechers, who dine and socialise and carry on as if they don't constantly have death all around them. When she meets Isaac she knows she's found a true friend, and maybe more. But Dachau is a dangerous place where you can never take love for granted, and when Isaac discovers a heartbreaking secret hidden in the depths of Becher's workshop, it will put Anna and Issac in terrible danger..."--Provided by publisher.

Kitty Underhay's hymn book is open... at murder.Winter, 1933. Kitty Underhay is enjoying a restorative break from sleuthing on a visit to her family at Enderley Hall. The only thing marring her peace - aside from the uncomfortable sensation she has of being watched - is the obvious history between her beau, ex-army captain Matthew Bryant and another guest, the beautiful Juliet Vanderstafen. So, when the parish clerk is found dead on her front doorstep, Kitty leaps at the chance of distraction.The police are happy to conclude that Miss Plenderleith met her unfortunate end on a patch of ice, but Kitty isn't convinced this was a case of bad weather and worse luck. And when the Reverend Crabtree fails to show for tea the next day, she heads to the church to speak to him. But she arrives to find the clergyman hanging from the bell rope, dead.With Matt seemingly wrapped up with his alluring Austrian, Kitty must solve the case on her own. But as she snoops into parish affairs, she makes some less-than-saintly discoveries. Just who has broken the sixth commandment? Meanwhile the killer is preparing a churchyard grave for Kitty, and she'll have to use all her wits to avoid falling in...An addictive, absorbing and completely unputdownable Golden Age cozy murder mystery, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, T.E. Kinsey and Lee Strauss.Readers love the Miss Underhay mysteries: 'This murder mystery is perfect... This story has it all. An absolute page-turner with characters to care about.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'This was excellent and I read it in one sitting, a page-turner I couldn't put down.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Excellent cosy mystery! The story was gripping... I loved the character development with the little hint of romance and cannot wait for the next book.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

She looked at the empty cradle where her baby had been. Her heart felt tattered and empty, like the hollow streets of Berlin after its people began to live in fear. Berlin, 1934. Homes once filled with laughter stand empty as the Nazi party's grip on the city tightens. When Anna Tiegel's beautiful best friend catches Reich Minister Goebbels' special attention, an impulsive act to save her brings Anna under his unforgiving scrutiny. First, she loses her job, then slowly, mercilessly, she finds her life stripped away. After her father is killed by the Nazis, Anna's final hope is to escape to America with her boyfriend Eddy, but when she reaches his apartment on the agreed date, she finds it deserted. Alone and pregnant, the future feels terrifying, but she must try to protect the life inside her. Rhode Island, 1957. Peggy Bailey stares in shock at the faded photograph of two laughing women which her beloved adoptive mother struggled to pass on to her before she died, whispering ';It was inside your baby blanket when we brought you home'. As Peggy continues to stare, she realises that she has seen one of the girls before, in the most unlikely of places Bursting at the realisation, she embarks on a mission which takes her across America to find the truth behind her heritage. Nothing, however, could prepare her for the tragic story her actions uncover A poignant and beautiful World War Two story about survival and a mother's enduring search for her child against all the odds. A heart-breaking read for fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, We Were the Lucky Ones and The Alice Network. What readers are saying about Catherine Hokin: ';The best historical fiction book I've read this year! I was awake until the early morning hours finishing it, because I could not put it down! The story was heartbreaking It held me riveted from the first page to the last.' Goodreads reviewer ';What an amazing read, well written emotional and very compelling I was totally absorbed in the story and I would love to give it 10 stars. One of my best reads this year. I can't begin to say how much I loved this book, I couldn't put it down, absolutely brilliant.' Goodreads reviewer ';If I could give this book more than a five-star rating, I surely would! It is absolutely the best WW2 historical fiction I've read in a long time! I couldn't bear to put it down.' Goodreads reviewer ';Can I give a rating higher than 5 stars?! I really loved this book.' Goodreads reviewer ';This is a wonderfully heart-breaking story of life, love and above all survival. A truly emotional book and very hard to put down. 5*

Jo forced herself to look into the cot, but at first all she could see was grey dust from the explosion. Then, a tiny hand poked out through a layer of grit. In seconds she had the child scooped up and she could feel its little body warm against her own. She felt an almost painful surge of emotion welling up from the pit of her stomach. With tears pouring down her cheeks, she stood rocking and soothing the baby, knowing there was very little chance the child's mother had survived.England, 1941. After three nights of relentless bombing from German aircraft, trained nurse Jo Brooks is told to report to the basement theatre of Mill Road Hospital. She goes with a heavy heart, not wanting to leave behind her best friend Moira, who is desperately soothing new mothers on the maternity ward. As Jo arrives safely underground, the ward takes a direct hit.Pulling herself from the rubble, Jo's first priority must be her patients… but she can't stop herself frantically searching for Moira. When Jo eventually finds her, buried beneath a foot of bricks and stone, Moira is barely clinging to life. Jo makes a solemn vow: she will do whatever it takes to help the allies win the war, even if it means sacrificing her own safety.The opportunity to make good on her promise comes sooner than she expects - nurses are badly needed to evacuate wounded allies across enemy lines. It will be dangerous, heartbreaking work and her life will be at risk every moment, but Jo knows that the moment has come to prove herself at last…A powerfully emotional wartime novel about friendship and love in the most terrible of circumstances. Perfect for fans of Diney Costeloe, Jean Grainger and Soraya M. Lane. What readers are saying about Kate Eastham:'If I could give it 10 stars I would, as in my honest opinion this is one of the best historical fiction books I have read in a long time… a book I know I will not forget.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Every now and again you just need a darn good heart-warming and dramatic romantic saga to lose yourself in and this ticks ALL the boxes. It is a lovely and very engaging read for women of all ages.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'This is another historical novel that I loved from the very first pages! I loved it, and there's really not much more to add. I read it eagerly and easily… definitely more uplifting than the usual 'happily-ever-after' that might have been expected.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A beautifully written story with very strong characters… I won't spoil the book for others well worth 5 stars.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'This was a lovely read, from start to finish… It was, as expected, full of emotion from the beginning… a powerful, moving tale.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

One woman has nothing to lose.The other has everything.To the outside world, Gracie Dwyer has it all: the handsome husband, the adorable child, the beautiful home and the glittering career.Juliet's life couldn't be more different. A single mother struggling to make ends meet, she lives in fear of her vindictive ex-husband taking their five-year-old daughter from her.So when Gracie moves into Falcon House, just streets away from Juliet, she sees an opportunity. If Juliet can just get close to Gracie, maybe her fortunes will begin to change. After all, if anyone has luck to share around, it's Gracie Dwyer.And if cracks begin to appear in Gracie's perfect life, well, it's Juliet who will be there to pick up the pieces. Because no one's life is really that perfect - and sometimes all it takes is a little push to expose the darkest of secrets...A gripping and suspenseful psychological thriller with a mind-blowing twist, fans of The Wife Between Us, His Lovely Wife and Gone Girl will be utterly addicted to this twisted story of obsession, secrets and lies.Why readers love Her Perfect Life:'OMG this was a twister of a read. I really didn't expect that... I loved the story... Couldn't put it down. Definitely worth more than 5*. This is a must read.' Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿'Brilliant and addictive with an explosive conclusion, Her Perfect Life will keep you guessing until the end.' B. A. Paris, author of Behind Closed Doors'I absolutely LOVED Her Perfect Life... From the first pages I was hooked and I couldn't put it down! Captivating, thrilling & extremely chilling at times... It draws you in and holds you captive... I was gutted when I finished the last page.' Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿'A gripping read that kept me up until the early hours - brilliantly plotted with all the ingredients of a great psychological thriller.' Renee Knight, author of Disclaimer'WOW, it was a truly fantastic gripping read, from start to finish... you just never knew what was coming as you turned each page and as for the ending, OMG definitely didn't expect that. If you love psychological thrillers then I would highly recommend you read this book.' Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿'Deftly woven and deliciously chilling. A superb thriller.' Clare Mackintosh, author of I Let You Go'I thoroughly enjoyed this stunning new thriller! Every time I reluctantly had to get back to real life, all I could think about was when I could next curl up with a cup of tea and reopen the pages!' Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿'Such an amazing book - I was literally grabbed in from the first few pages, and I couldn't put it down.' Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

From top-ten bestseller Ella Carey comes a gripping, haunting and utterly captivating novel about love, secrets and betrayal in a story that spans the most tumultuous decades of the twentieth century. What happens when the truths you have built your life on start to crumble? Emma Temple sits looking out of the window in her beautiful apartment in the heart of London, surrounded by memories of her younger years as one of England's most influential artists. Nearly ninety, it would be easy to overlook her as a forgetful older lady. But Emma's past, including her great love affair which survived two world wars, is about to come crashing into the present. When her granddaughter Laura arrives asking questions about the portrait that hangs above her bed, Emma is transported back over sixty years. The picture was painted by the only man she ever truly loved, the one soul on earth who knew her deepest secret. But when a newspaper claims that the portrait is a fake, everything Emma believed to be true starts to collapse. Suddenly she is transported back to a sunny house in the south of France in 1923 and the moment when her life changed forever An incredibly emotional and totally compelling historical novel about the relationships that shape us and the secrets we never forget. Fans of My Name is Eva, Fiona Valpy and Rhys Bowen will be completely transported from the very first page. Readers are utterly enchanted by The Things We Don't Say: ';I ended the book in tears, I knew the author had succeeded in making me care so much A beautiful story.' Goodreads Reviewer ';A compelling story of love and secrets, a story lasting over sixty years through two world wars You will not want to put it down A really moving story.' Goodreads Reviewer ';There is much to love about this story. I was entranced from page one. This is a book to savor Well done to the author.' Goodreads Reviewer ';Thrilling to read as you encounter mysteries and suspense. Highly recommended for all readers.' Goodreads Reviewer ';An emotional journey of everlasting love! A really stunning read!' Goodreads Reviewer ';Drew me into the story from the very first sentence and held me till the end I definitely will read more by this author and recommend this book to others.' Goodreads Reviewer

The story of one young woman's exceptional courage in the darkest of times, set in the stunningly atmospheric mountains of Czechoslovakia during the Second World War. 1938: Magda has led a sheltered life in her small village until the day she is forced from her home by the invading Nazi army. Torn away from her family and the only place she has ever known, she is offered refuge in an alpine villa owned by brilliant Dr Tauber and his talented, beautiful wife. But despite having friends in high places, the Jewish Taubers are living on borrowed time. When the Gestapo come to arrest them, Magda is asked to protect something more precious than the silver and jewels they leave behind. Their newborn son Samuel. Magda turns to the local Resistance, who hide Samuel nearby. Determined to help them and save her country, Magda remains in the house to serve the Nazi commander, passing messages and supplies to the secret network. But when she is caught, Magda is forced to flee into the high mountains with a price on her head. With the Nazis in pursuit, and nothing left to lose, Magda takes up arms with a band of partisan fighters in the hope of rescuing the Taubers and reuniting them with Samuel. Even if it might mean laying down her life to win the freedom of those she loves This heartbreaking wartime epic of love, bravery and survival will stay with you long after you have turned the final page. Perfect for fans of My Name is Eva, The Alice Network and The German Midwife. Previously published as Magda's Mark, this edition has substantial editorial changes. Praise for The Girl from the Mountains:';A gripping read from the start Magda is a compelling heroine living through the most devastating time in human history The authenticity of time and place was captured so well.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';Action, adventures, family, war and so many different emotions Grab a few tissues Such a powerful story you must read.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';A wonderful intense read So vivid you will feel you are there. I could not put this story down. I loved the book.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';Readers will be captivated by Magda's character I could barely put down the book. I smiled, cried I recommend it to all history lovers!' Goodreads Reviewer, ';Riveting, intense From the very beginning you feel like you're amidst the chaos, the heartbreak, the despair but also the incredible bravery and spirit of the people in WWII A great reminder of what people are capable of.' Goodreads Reviewer, ';This extraordinary war story transports the reader into Czechoslovakia in the first years of German occupation Conflict and tension await the reader on every page This is an exceptional read

Detective Amanda Steele stops just inside the doorway, recognizing the victim's face instantly. He seems so vulnerable in death; soft, human, even harmless. But she can never forget the evil he has inflicted. Her heart is hammering as she remembers her precious daughter, with her red curls and infectious laugh, and how she was lowered into that little grave It's been five years since Detective Amanda Steele's life was derailed in the path of an oncoming drunk driver. The small community of Dumfries, Virginia, may have moved on from the tragic deaths of her husband and daughter, but Amanda cannot. When the driver who killed her family is found murdered in a motel room, she can't keep away from the case. Fighting her sergeant to be allowed to work an investigation with such a personal connection to her, Amanda is in a race to prove that she can uncover the truth. But the more she digs into the past of the man who destroyed her future, the more shocking discoveries she makes. And when Amanda finds the link between a silver bracelet in his possession and the brutal unsolved murder of a young exotic dancer, she realizes she's caught up in something darker than she ever imagined and suspects that more girls could be in danger. But as Amanda edges toward the truth, she gets closer to a secret as personal as it is deadly. Amanda has stumbled upon a dangerous killer, and she must face some terrible truths in order to catch this killer and save his next victim as she couldn't save her own daughter A gripping, page-turning thriller full of mystery and suspense. Perfect for fans of Rachel Caine, Lisa Regan and Robert Dugoni. Readers love Carolyn Arnold: ';OMG YES. This was an amazing book I couldn't put it down Best book I read this year.' Goodreads reviewer ';My heart is still beating fast! Wow!! By far, one of the best thrillers I've read in a long time! The characters were great and no one would ever guess the ending! This story knocks it out of the ballpark!!' Goodreads reviewer ';Wow! Could not put this down. So many twists and surprises. Highly recommend!' Goodreads reviewer ';If there was a way to give more than 5 stars, I would! This book is amazing! It's fast paced and will have you turning pages ever faster! Never a dull moment! Extremely well written as well as thought out!' Goodreads reviewer ';What a great book! I read it in one day and had so many twists and turns I never saw the ending coming!' Goodreads reviewer ';I have NEVER had my heart pumping as it does in this series.' Goodreads reviewer ';Wow! This book hooked me from the very beginning and didn't let go

The picture holds all the answers. But can she piece together the clues? At the moment he knows he is dying, Johnny Eagle takes a photograph, which is later discovered by his heartbroken wife, Heidi. Heidi pores over the image and sees a busy street scene and a pavement full of strangers she has no idea what this last message from her beloved husband could mean. Heidi has spent her days and her years giving cherished old furniture a second chance. But there are some parts of Heidi's own life she believes are beyond repair. Secrets that Heidi and Johnny kept throughout their long marriage. Things that they were never brave enough to speak about, not even to each other. All Heidi knows now is that this picture of her husband's final moments is where she has to start looking for clues, and when she visits the busy street from the photograph, Heidi finally comes face to face with the person she's been waiting to meet her entire life. But are they ready to meet her? The Day My Husband Left will make you cry, laugh, hope, and learn how to put the broken bits of your own life back together again. Perfect for readers who love Jojo Moyes, Susan Lewis and Ruth Hogan. What readers are saying about The Day My Husband Left: ';A wonderful, heart-warming, emotional and captivating read I would highly recommend it, just don't forget to keep the tissues handy!' Stardust Book Reviews ';A beautifully written heartfelt read Makes for a truly great story that will stay with you for a long time!' Goodreads reviewer ';What an amazing read Unpredictable and moving It is a difficult book to put down.' Goodreads reviewer ';A great read.' Goodreads reviewer What readers are saying about Amy Miller: ';I loved this book from the very first to the very last page.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';This is an amazing book. I loved it.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';A heart-warming, relaxing and lovely book.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';A truly fantastic, emotional and heart-warming story If I could give this book more than five stars, I would. It deserves an entire constellation, that's for sure!' The Writing Garnet ';I absolutely loved every minute of it! A truly heart-warming and uplifting story and I honestly can't wait to read more.' Goodreads reviewer ';A beautiful, beautiful story.' Goodreads reviewer ';I couldn't put this book down and it kept me hooked until the very last page.' Stardust Book Reviews ';Beautifully written, heartfelt and also feel-good I love reading stories likes this It gives me a warm and fuzzy feeling inside

They live in the big houses on the pretty street. Those other women, as we call them. And to think I used to want to be like them, to have their money and happiness, to live and laugh and play like them. Not any more.It's the fourth of July and the whole town is gathered at the local pool. Through the sweltering afternoon, we single mothers don't mix with the other women-the ones with the perfect lives and happy marriages. Women like Sabine Miller. But when Sabine shoots me a desperate look across the water and suddenly disappears, my blood runs cold...Running to the back gate, all I find is a silver charm bracelet she dropped on her way out. I convince myself I'm imagining things until Sabine's husband Mark appears. When he realizes she's missing, he phones the cops straight away. "Someone has been threatening Sabine," he says. "Now they've kidnapped her."Hours later, I wish I'd run faster. The whole town is searching the streets, calling Sabine's name over and over. On the TV, Mark is begging for someone to bring his wife home.The truth is, I was the last person to see her alive-and it's killing me inside. Now the cops are at my door asking questions. I'm terrified they'll find out what happened years ago between me and Sabine. Something I've never told anyone.But I need to tell someone. Can you keep a secret?From bestselling author Georgina Cross, the most exciting new voice in suspense, comes a twisted and unputdownable psychological thriller about the power and damage of secrets behind closed doors. Perfect for anyone who was totally hooked by The Wife Between Us, Big Little Lies or Gone Girl.Readers are utterly gripped by Georgina Cross!"Wow!! Where do I begin? What an absolutely gripping, intense psychological thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat, flying through the pages and full of suspense!!... I cannot wait to read more books by the very talented Georgina Cross who I will definitely be adding to my top authors list!!! A mind-blowing, suspense-filled, psychological, page-turning thriller!!!" Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

What would her life look like without her beloved island in it? Where would she go? Ellen had come back here-to the place she felt she belonged-thinking she would stay here. But was it home... or just a place to hide?1918, Canada: The First World War is over and those who have been fighting in Europe are heading for home, forever changed. Amongst the lost, the damaged and the broken, is former nurse Ellen Copley; who finds herself returning-not to her house in Glasgow, but to her childhood home on Amherst Island.There, she feels sure, in the warm embrace of the McCafferty family, with her beloved Aunt Rose and her cousins, she will feel safe and loved. She will be able to escape the ghosts of the past and her loss, and find peace.But the island is a changed place too. The war has affected life the world over, and Aunt Rose is struggling to keep their small farmstead going. The family's only hope is asking their neighbours, the Lymans, to help. But Jed Lyman is a broken man, both physically and emotionally, and his once-adoring brother Lucas is now more distant than ever.And as Ellen fights to save the farm, she has to ask: what makes somewhere a home? And-when help comes from an unexpected place-she wonders, has the man she's destined to love been waiting for her out there all along?Readers love Kate Hewitt:"So thrilling and gripping. It completely tugs at your heart strings!... It gave me all of the feels... I truly felt that the storytelling was brilliant. This is the kind of book that stays with you." Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars"Fantastic... The vivid historical details instantly transport the reader back in time. I was thoroughly captivated right from the start and couldn't put it down until I was done." Be My Book Boyfriend, 5 stars

From bestselling author Ella Carey comes an utterly gripping and sweeping historical novel about terrible choices and heartbreaking family mysteries. The past holds more secrets than we can ever imagine...1946. Young, beautiful artist Rebecca survived the devastating war that claimed the lives of so many of the men and women she grew up with. Her friends have returned as empty shells or not at all. But although peace has been declared, Rebecca is still fighting at home. Her controlling mother will stop at nothing to prevent Rebecca from following her dream to become a painter.When Rebecca meets dashing young Edward, a pilot during the war, she discovers both love and an escape. Edward makes her feel truly loved, alive and excited about her future and art. But when Edward takes Rebecca to visit his childhood home on the sweeping coast, their trip ends in tragedy. Edward's father commits suicide and, consumed by grief, Edward is faced with a terrible choice: love or family?Utterly distraught, Rebecca goes out to the shore by moonlight to paint. Under the stars, she stares into the waves, thinking about her life. The next morning she has disappeared without a trace, leaving behind only a pencil on the sand. Finding the truth will change everything for those who were left behind...Fans of My Name is Eva, Rhys Bowen and Lucinda Riley will fall head over heels in love with Secret Shores.Readers are totally captivated by Secret Shores:"My favorite read in my 50 years on this earth. This book speaks to me. It grabs you and holds you until the end... Definitely a must-read. Thank you Ms Carey for such a wonderful gift." Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"Carey has done it again, written a story that is moving, compelling and not-put-down-able. I savored every word... I highly recommend this story, it is multifaceted, enthralling and just so darn good I didn't want to put it down. Thank you Ms Carey for another book that is going to stay with me for a long time." Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿