The Flytrap

 

The Flytrap by Stewart Giles- Crime

When two explosions go off simultaneously in the front room of two separate houses, DS Smith thinks this is no coincidence. He has been told to work on a dog fighting case but when a young girl is found shot and she had filmed the whole thing, Smith finds a large bell ringing in his head- one he would rather not listen to as it can only mean one thing: a certain person could be back on the scene, one he came across in the Viaduct case. Oh heck this is going to get messy, very messy indeed.

As ever I start one of Stewarts books and before I know it I'm halfway through and more than committed. These are those sorts of reads that you desperately want to find out more but in a way don’t want it to end as it's such a fantastic read and the pages slip away ever faster (in theory- hopefully you know what I mean!). I won't give anything away other than to say expect the unexpected- its clever, very clever. To me the skill of a truly talented author- please keep them coming Stewart! I looked up the TS Elliott poem that is mentioned (Wasteland) “Memory and desire stirring” One I hadn’t come across before and one worth reading. A truly stunning, memorable read (for all the right reasons!). Wow! This book blew me away (every pun intended)!

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The Flytrap (A DS Jason Smith Thriller Book 24) From bestselling author: Stewart Giles comes another brilliant addition to the Detective Jason Smith series. The Venus flytrap. - If you get too close - you're dead. A new craze is taking the city of York by a storm. An online site is daring the teenagers of the historical town to do things they never would have dreamed of before. There's talk of a mystery virus that could wipe out mankind, and the young minds are taking it all in. They don't want to die without having lived first and Flytrap.net promises to give them life before their inevitable death. Detective Smith realises he's dealing with something totally new when the first bodies turn up. A teenage boy has detonated a hand grenade inside his living room, killing his entire family. It soon becomes clear that Smith and the team aren't equipped to deal with what the city is calling a cyber-attack on teenagers, and the case is taken off his hands. But as more young people fall to Flytrap.net, Smith finally gets a break. But it's a break that will make him question whether humanity still exists. The Flytrap is a different kind of killer, and it's one that makes Smith wonder whether there is still a place for him in the world. What readers are saying about THE FLYTRAP I thought this an unusual investigation for Smith, deeply disturbing and shockingly packed with intense drama. However it's so completely gripping that it's definitely a 5 star from me. – Carol A truly stunning, memorable read (for all the right reasons!). Wow! This book blew me away (every pun intended!) – Misfits Farm The characters are very well described, and you are pulled into the story, becoming totally engrossed in it. I ended up down a few garden paths following the rumours and the misdirection was certainly unexpected. A great read. – Maureen Everything I want from a crime thriller and more this is an absolutely stunning read that kept the adrenaline pumping all the way to the very end. – Reading Addict

Stewart Giles – Author Bio

After reading English at 3 Universities and graduating from none of them, I set off travelling around the world with my wife, Ann, finally settling in South Africa, where we still live. 

In 2014 Ann dropped a rather large speaker on my head and I came up with the idea for a detective series. DS Jason Smith was born. Smith, the first in the series was finished a few months later. 

3 years and 8 DS Smith books later, Joffe Books wondered if I would be interested in working with them. As a self-published author, I agreed. However, we decided on a new series - the DC Harriet Taylor: Cornwall series.

The Beekeeper was published and soon hit the number one spot in Australia. The second in the series, The Perfect Murder did just as well. 

I continued to self-publish the Smith series and Unworthy hit the shelves in 2018 with amazing results.  I therefore made the decision to self-publish The Backpacker which is book 3 in the Detective Harriet Taylor series which was published in July 2018.

After The Backpacker I had an idea for a totally new start to a series – a collaboration between the Smith and Harriet thrillers and The Enigma was born. It brought together the broody, enigmatic Jason Smith and the more level-headed Harriet Taylor. 

The Miranda trilogy is something totally different. A psychological thriller trilogy. It is a real departure from anything else I’ve written before. 

The Detective Jason Smith series continues to grow. I also have another series featuring an Irish detective who relocated to Guernsey, the Detective Liam O’Reilly series. There are also 3 stand alone novels.

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BOOKS BY STEWART GILES DS JASON SMITH SERIES Book 0.5 - Phobia Book 1 - Smith Book 2 - Boomerang Book 3 - Ladybird Book 4 - Occam’s Razor Book 5 - Harlequin Book 6 - Selene Book 7 - Horsemen Book 8 - Unworthy Book 9 – Venom Book 10 – Severed Book 11 – Demons Book 12 - Deadeye Book 13 - Motive Book 14 – Australia Book 16 – Wishbone Book 17 – Ghosts Book 18 – The Scarecrow Book 19 – The Bluesman Book 20 – The Librarian Book 21 – The Viaduct Book 22 – The Twin Book 23 – The Dogwalker Book 24 – The Flytrap DI O’REILLY MYSTERIES Book 1 - Blood on the Island Book 2 - Lies on the Island Book 3 - Fear on the Island Book 4 - Malice on the Island Book 5 – Revenge on the Island Book 6 – Christmas on the Island Book 7 – Silence on the Island Book 8 – Secrets on the Island Book 9 – Chaos on the Island Book 10 - Sadness on the Island DC HARRIET TAYLOR SERIES Book 1-The Beekeeper Book 2-The Perfect Murder Book 3-The Backpacker Trotterdown a box set of DC Harriet Taylor books 1-3 DS JASON SMITH &DC HARRIET TAYLOR SERIES Book 1 - The Enigma Book 2 – Dropzone Book 3 – The Raven Girl Trilogy: The DS Smith & Harriet Taylor box set THE MIRANDA TRILOGY (psychological thrillers) Miranda Mistress Medusa STANDALONE NOVELS Horror - The Divide Thriller - The Ghostwriter Thriller – The Guests

The Lost Daughter

 

The Lost Daughter- By Jane Adams- Crime

A woman has gone missing after she started to pick up her life following the death of her husband. The family turn to Ex-DI Ray Flowers which is odd as he really doesn't do this sort of thing anymore, as they have overheard his name in relation to missing persons. One oddity leads to another and from a message he receives deduces the person this centres around is an old adversary who has jumped open prison a few months ago who has now taken the name of a close friend of his to lure the now missing woman. What is this man after and why target Ray after all these years?

I love Jane’s books- there is always a cracking plot and at least one likeable character that you would want on your side in a similar situation. There’s a tension between the pages which keeps them turning into the small hours wanting to find out more. This is a cleverly thought out plot, one with twists and turns keeping the reader ever engaged, even though we know who the perpetrator is. It’s skillful, it’s twisted. A narcissistic perpetrator who is artful to say the least. “ When somebody gets an idea into their head and they believe that they are right and everybody else wrong then it becomes impossible for them to think that anyone can think differently or go against them….. How can they fail, their thinking is perfect” Clever, stunning, a page turner, loved it. 

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THE LOST DAUGHTER (Ray Flowers #5) by Jane Adams First she was married. Then she was widowed. Now she’s vanished without a trace. From the bestselling author of The Greenway, nominated for the CWA’s John Creasey Award. PRAISE FOR JANE ADAMS: ‘Takes the psychological suspense novel into new realms of mystery.’ Val McDermid ‘The elaborate duel between hunter and hunted makes absorbing reading.’ The Times Three years ago, Ashley Summers watched the love of her life drop dead in a supermarket car park. Now, her friends all say she needs to move on. Live her life. But she has no idea how . . . Until she meets Tim Bennett. He’s kind, caring, like no one she’s dated before. Ashley calls her family, eager for them to meet the new man in her life. She makes a date with them — a date she never manages to keep. Just like that, Ashley’s gone. Distraught, the family turn to ex-detective Ray Flowers for answers. He doesn’t usually take missing persons cases. But this one’s personal. Tim Bennett. The name makes Ray’s blood run cold. Tim is Ray’s friend and a happily married father of three.Ashley’s new boyfriend isn’t who he says he is — and Ray will stop at nothing to hunt him down. But, little does he know, his adversary has eyes on him.A chilling threat to Ray, and everyone he holds dear, is enough to stop him in his tracks.This imposter’s taken Ashley. What on earth does he want with Ray?

An utterly addictive mystery thriller for readers who love Ann Cleeves, Joy Ellis, Gretta Mulrooney, Cara Hunter, Tana French, Louise Penny, and Elly Griffiths. Readers love the spine-tingling Ray Flowers Mysteries: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I absolutely loved this book . . . would have gladly given it ten stars had I been able to.’ Linda ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Complex and fascinating.’ Netty ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Gripping to the end.’ Lyn ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A book I didn’t want to put down!’ Joyce

JANE ADAMS

Jane Adams is the author of more than thirty published crime novels. The first, The Greenway, was nominated for both the Authors’ Club award and the CWA John Creasey for best debut novel.  Jane is constantly amazed at where life has taken her. Writing had never been on her ‘possible careers’ list, but she says once stories take root in your brain, they just have to be told – and she feels very fortunate that people want to read them. In addition to writing, Jane teaches creative writing, read and mentor for The Literary Consultancy, and is a Royal Literary Fund Fellow and FRSA. ALSO BY JANE ADAMS RINA MARTIN MYSTERY SERIES Book 1: MURDER ON SEA Book 2: MURDER ON THE CLIFF Book 3: MURDER ON THE BOAT Book 4: MURDER ON THE BEACH Book 5: MURDER AT THE COUNTRY HOUSE Book 6: MURDER AT THE PUB Book 7: MURDER ON THE FARM Book 8: MURDER AT THE WILLOWS MERROW & CLARKE Book 1: SAFE Book 2: KIDNAP DETECTIVE MIKE CROFT SERIES Book 1: THE GREENWAY Book 2: THE SECRETS Book 3: THEIR FINAL MOMENTS Book 4: THE LIAR DETECTIVE RAY FLOWERS SERIES Book 1: THE APOTHECARY’S DAUGHTER Book 2: THE UNWILLING SON Book 3: THE DROWNING MEN Book 4: THE SISTER’S TWIN Book 5: THE LOST DAUGHTER

Blood Red

 

Blood Red by Anita Waller- Crime

I’ve been meaning to read this series for ages having read, I think, all the rest of Anita’s books and thoroughly enjoyed them. This one is superb. The first of a series (The Connection Trilogy-Blood Red, Code Blue, Mortal Green) where the Connection Investigation Agency (yes -the CIA!) has undergone a change (from the Kat & Mouse series). Luke who was the receptionist is now an investigator having gone through exams and found his feet and talents, Tessa is a retired DI, and Fred is also ex police backed up by Beth who does recruitment but steers the agency from behind the scenes. As the offices are refurbished, the old outhouse would make a good storage area. When the door is forced, never having been opened for donkey's years, a body is found and a missing person case becomes a murder.

Oh boy! I loved and loved and loved this. There are several cases the agency takes on, the murder being the main one. There’s a wonderful warmth of characters and a cleverly thought out thread of cases to keep the reader ever interested. Ones where I thought “I’ll finish reading today when this small case is solved”, and then became committed in another and another.  It's a sort of a cozy crime based around the agency characters, their cases and their own lives and one I really can't recommend highly enough. I'm off to read the next one, but know I don’t want these to end. Says it all really. Loved it- did you guess? ;) 

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One Christmas Eve

 

One Christmas Eve By Shari Low

This may have a seasonal title but for me this is a book that can be read any time of year ( I'm reading this in August). Three generations and three different timelines, all easy to follow, each one with the person's name and the date on each alternating chapter. One in current time with Eve’s grandmother about to move house. The next in the middle generation is Eve's Mother Helena, one who is rather distant emotionally from the others if not physically, and the last is the grandmother Cathy and her sister back in the 1960’s.

This is my first Shari Low book (where have I been?) and most certainly won’t be my last- I most certainly have some catching up to do. From the outset there’s a warmth of character, especially Eve the granddaughter and Cathy the grandmother. They have a special relationship which I feel many will relate to and empathise with. This is such a clever plot and premise- one that blew me away and left me with a smile as I'm writing this. A story of family and of the traumas of life and how sometimes it's the smallest of things that can change the world. A kindness or a smile can mean so much. A truly uplifting story that restores the faith in human nature. You might have guessed by now that I loved this. I'm off to find more by Shari. Enough said!

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Monster Max: This Time it’s Sirius

 

Monster Max: This Time it’s Sirius by Robin Bennett- Childrens (6-8 years)

Max has a special skill- he can turn himself into a monster just by burping. Where he comes from, this isn't unusual however he sometimes does this by mistake which can land him in hot water and adventures. When he and his best friend find a pack of wolves from Max’s home country are moving towards them, they want to keep them out. However Max has found an orphaned cub that he wants to keep.

I would recommend a hard copy as the version I received of this was in e-format and unfortunately not the easiest to read as the pictures were segregated- however-looking at what the others in the series are like and from images- this looks like a colourful read with a good story which will stretch both the imaginations and the vocabulary of most 6-8 year olds. There are colourful illustrations which will help keep the flow and for younger ones what is happening in the plot.  It’s an easy writing style, one to fire the curiosity of the reader, whether child or adult. An imaginative story well told which I feel children will find delightful. 

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Monster Max: This Time it’s Sirius

Max can turn into a huge monster just by BURPING, and back again when he SNEEZES. Now Max and his best friend Peregrine realise that a dangerous pack of werewolves from Max’s home country of Krit are closing in on him and his family. But Max hasn’t told anyone about Sirius the tiny werewolf cub he found, smuggled home, and decided to keep...

Werewolf cubs are not just for Halloween Purchase Links https://fireflypress.co.uk/books/monster-max-this-time-its-sirius/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Monster-Max-This-Time-Sirius/dp/1915444276 https://www.amazon.com/Monster-Max-This-Time-Sirius-ebook/dp/B0CC6ZPQVQ Author Bio – When Robin grew up he thought he wanted to be a cavalry officer until everyone else realised that putting him in charge of a tank was a very bad idea. He then became an assistant gravedigger in London. After that he had a career frantically starting businesses (everything from dog-sitting to cigars, tuition to translation)... until finally settling down to write improbable stories to keep his children from killing each other on long car journeys. Robin plays most sports. Poorly. Social Media Links – https://twitter.com/writer_robin

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The Best Friend

 

THE BEST FRIEND by Suzanna Beard- psychological thriller

Wow! A book I raced through and didn't want to put down. Alice lives with her boyfriend and they both have good jobs. One day an old friend of Jason’s appears on the doorstep needing help- the sort of help Jason doesn't want to give. Carl has always been a little dodgy and when he says he wants money, Jason knows he will never pay it back, besides which they don’t have any- everything goes on the mortgage and bills. When Carl says how much it is and that Jason owes him for saving his life when they were young, Jason finds it hard to say no but has to for his and Alice’s safety as Carl is in danger from whom he owes the money to. Alternate chapters follow someone up to no good, staying in the shadows, intent on burglary. When Carl tells Jason he is now involved like it or not, as he’s told them Jason's name, they come up with a plan, one which sounds like it can't fail, but with Carl’s involvement it more than likely will. Can they get the money and stay out of trouble?

Omg! A cracker of a story,  one so very well crafted and told. A skilfully thought out plot and likeable characters in Alice and possibly Jason- I’ll not say too much! If you like an edge of your seat book then this may well be a book for you. There’s a tension through the pages and that need to find out exactly what is happening, one that may well increase the heart beat! A fantastic book I highly recommend 5*

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THE BEST FRIEND by Suzanna Beard A CHILLING NEW PSYCHOLOGICAL SUSPENSE FROM A BESTSELLER. Everyone has a friend like Carl. The friend you can’t say no to. The friend you have to say no to. I’m finally in a good place. A lovely home. A steady job. And Jason. Reliable, honest, kind Jason — my boyfriend. My best friend. I trust him implicitly. But if anyone can lead Jason astray, it’s Carl. His best friend. And now Carl’s on our doorstep. Begging for help. I warn Jason not to get involved. But Carl has a hold over my boyfriend that I don’t understand. And suddenly everything I hold dear is under threat. My home. My relationship. My life. Because Carl knows Jason owes him. And he won’t leave us alone until he has what he wants. I’ll do anything to protect Jason — even from his best friend. Fans of Gillian Flynn, T.M. Logan, B.A. Paris, Liane Moriarty, Claire Dyer, Sam Carrington, Celeste Ng will devour this stunning psychological thriller.

SUSANNA BEARD

Despite enjoying the writer’s life, Susanna has an adventurous streak – she has swum with whale sharks in Australia, trekked in the mountains of Nepal and fallen down a crevasse in the French Alps. Her favourite quote is from Winnie-the-Pooh: “Stories make your heart grow.” Apart from books, her passions include wildlife, dogs and tennis. She aims to keep writing, and never to get old. BOOKS BY SUSANNA BEARD STANDALONE NOVELS: THE PERFECT LIFE THE LOST BROTHER THE GIRL ON THE BEACH WHAT HAPPENED THAT NIGHT THE PERFECT NEIGHBOUR THE PERFECT WITNESS THE BEST FRIEND THE PERFECT PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER BOX SET FOLLOW SUSANNA ON AUTHOR WEBSITE FACEBOOK TWITTER GOODREADS PRAISE FOR SUSANNA BEARD: ‘I found myself frantically turning the pages, desperate to uncover what happened!’ Tracy Buchanan, author of Wall of Silence ‘Taut and tense . . . builds to an electrifying conclusion!’ Kirsten Hesketh, author of Another of Us  ‘Bears all the hallmarks of a great thriller . . . I defy anyone not to get swept up in it.’ Claire Dyer, author of The Last Day  ‘Articulate and gripping — an impressive achievement.’ Shelley Weiner, author of The Sister’s Tale  ‘I enjoyed Susanna’s emotive and thought-provoking novel — I thought it was an engrossing mystery.’ Sam Carrington, author of I Dare You ‘The writing pulls you in and doesn’t let you go until the very last line.’ Robyn B.

The Boathouse

 

The Boathouse by Keri Beevis- psychological thriller

Max and Emily have taken a few days away and are staying in a converted boat house. Max nips out and Emily opens a bottle of wine that has the instructions “ drink me” on it. When Max returns she is horrified to find that this isn't the wine left either by him or as part of the welcome pack. Who has been in the house and why? She then thinks that there is someone outside- there is a mask hanging up but as it's soon Halloween Max quickly dismisses this as kids messing about. Emily has a secret from the past, something Max doesn't know about. A while back her father died and Emily made a friend in Conor, one of the volunteers at the hospice until his attitude changed. Can Emily keep her secret and protect the man she loves?

Keri has a skill in writing- one that quickly puts the reader not only in the thick of things but starts with a sense of security which then changes to a sense of unease. What begins as a domestic drama then has a tension, a certain something you can't quite put your finger on that things aren't as they first appear. I raced through this- I read it in two sittings- as I had to find out what was going on. An edge of your seat read- perhaps one not to read in the dark in a boathouse in Norfolk! Twists and surprises of the not nice kind, and characters I was still thinking about once I’d finished the book- argh! A clever, thriller of a read, highly recommended.

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The Boat House A dark secret. A deadly obsession. No place to hide. Max Hunter, my boyfriend, booked the beautiful boat house on the Norfolk Broads as a surprise autumn break A week away to heal after a fraught few months following my father’s death. A chance to put the lies and secrets behind us and to start afresh. But in the silence it feels like someone is out there. Watching, waiting and taunting me. When strange things begin to happen, I know this isn't going to be the relaxing break it’s supposed to be. As I become more jumpy, Max’s patience begin to wear thin. He thinks I am imagining things. But he doesn't know the huge secret I am keeping, so big it could destroy us. I have every right to be fearful and I have to make sure he never finds out the truth. But what if I am already too late? Purchase Link - https://mybook.to/BoatHouseSocial

Author Bio – Keri Beevis is the internationally bestselling author of several psychological thrillers and romantic suspense mysteries, including the very successful Dying to Tell, published by Bloodhound. She sets many of her books in the county of Norfolk, where she was born and still lives and which provides much of her inspiration. Social Media Links – Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutbeev Twitter https://twitter.com/keribeevis Instagram https://www.instagram.com/keri.beevis/ Newsletter Sign Up: https://bit.ly/KeriBeevisnews

A Family Affair

 

A Family Affair by Patricia Dixon- family drama 

Oh boy! Trish has done it again. A book I start and really don’t want to put down. There’s such warmth through the pages. New characters that quickly become friends and that special je ne sais quoi, that skill of a brilliant author that puts a hug in a book. One of my books of the year- 10* if I could.

Honey runs a cafe, something that has been her dream. She would love to expand and also do more for the community. Her Grandad Ernie drops by with his veg and has his lunch made by Gospel (love that name). A man has dropped in whose car has broken down and so begins a friendship with Levi. In a different time Ernie's sister Beryl was told something by her mother, knowing her time was short and she had to tell Beryl a family secret. This threw Beryl into a spin as she didn't want to lose her beloved brother but keeping the secret was a weight she could do without. 

Also in present Day: Clarissa lives in her family country home and having no direct relatives her solicitor’s son has found a long lost, several times removed cousin who is about to visit. She also gets a visit from a film crew keen to find out more about the house. When Tristan the younger solicitor and the American cousin Chuck arrive, Clarissa may be elderly but is sharp of mind and she smells a rat. 

A treasure of a read and one I didn't want to end. I found friends in Honey (+the food) and Clarissa and solace in some of the words. Few families are “perfect” despite what others would have us believe and it's about whom you can trust and rely on in the bad times that become family even if not blood relatives. This made me smile and yes, it made me cry- in a good way. That there’s support and care no matter what. Times may be different but things still go on to wound and fracture, sometimes irretrievably as scars may run deep and may never heal. Of life and love, but more of being yourself and not being someone else’s idea of whom you should be. Of being your own champion and perhaps being someone else’s too. That kind word or gesture may mean the world of difference to someone. A stunning read I really won’t forget and plan to re- read once the sands of time have settled.

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The Trap

 

The Trap by Michael Leese- Crime

Detective Martha Munro has been sent to Dulwich with its high class houses to check out a spate of cats going missing by a sergeant who would love nothing more than to put her on a wild goose chase.  Martha isn't just any detective- last year she fought off her daughter being kidnapped and being sent to prison herself due to a criminal who wanted revenge for Martha's father who was also in the police with a clear up rate that included top brass as well as criminals.  Martha finds that the Brown family have received a text threatening their children, which ups the ante somewhat. Mr Brown is a wealthy hedge fund manager and used to getting threats but when it's his family involved he needs help which Martha provides in the shape of Julie,  and what a shape! 

This is such a wonderful brilliant read that I quickly loved.  There's a steely character in Martha and some humour around Julie which is fine tuned to perfection.  It's a clever premise which has its twists and turns bringing the past into current crime with Martha and her family as well as the residents of the area involved. It’s one of those "just one more chapter" books which is quickly devoured leaving a smile on the face of the reader. I truly loved this and can't wait for the next one. There’s just something really special about this. Five big stars. 

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The Family on Smith Street

 

The Family on Smith Street  by Elisabeth Carpenter- psychological thriller

Set in two timelines this tells the story of a mother who has gone missing after arranging to meet someone who had contacted her by email. The other timelines is back in the 1990's and tells of a young boy Alexander who is up to no good,  not helped by the fact that his father is in prison. Alex makes some impulsive decisions and this timeline moves on until present day. Most of the present day is told by Scarlett, the daughter of the missing woman and her own discoveries about her family. 

OMG! What a belter of a premise! One perfectly executed and twists and turns I really didn’t see coming. I liked Scarlett who came across well- to me, the skill of a talented author. A fast paced conundrum of a read with a cracking ending. I can’t recommend this highly enough. Wow- just wow! 

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About the Book: 

A happy family. A picture-perfect street. A secret someone would kill for.

My husband James and I love living on Smith Street, with its neat houses and friendly family barbecues. Our daughter Scarlett grew up playing outside with the other local kids – it’s somewhere nothing bad could ever happen. Or so I thought…

Because when I wake terrified, head pounding, in a cramped windowless room, I realise I was entirely wrong. As my eyes adjust to the dark, I see creased pictures of missing local people I vaguely recognise from the news covering the walls. Then my skin turns ice-cold when I notice the newest pictures are of me, of James, of Scarlett…

A terrified sob catches in my throat. It seems there’s been a killer hiding in our neighbourhood for years. And I’m their next victim.

I stare at the photos in horror. Because if they’ve got me, they could also have James or, worst of all, my precious daughter Scarlett... In that moment, I know I’ll do anything, everything, to save my family. Especially because, deep down, I know this is all my fault…

A completely compelling and page-turning psychological thriller perfect for fans of My Lovely Wife, The Serial Killer’s Wife and The Housemaid.

Author Bio

Elisabeth Carpenter lives in Preston with her family. She completed a BA in English Literature and Language with the Open University in 2008.

Elisabeth was awarded a Northern Writers’ New Fiction award, and was longlisted for Yeovil Literary Prize (2015 and 2016) and the MsLexia Women’s Novel award (2015). She loves living in the north of England and sets most of her stories in the area, including the novel she is writing at the moment.

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