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The Kind Worth Killing
by Peter Swanson
A dark psychological thriller involving a murderous plan and a deadly game of cat and mouse.
A devious tale of psychological suspense so irresistible that it prompts Entertainment Weekly to ask, “Is The Kind Worth Killing the next Gone Girl ?” From one of the hottest new thriller writers, ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Girlfriend
by Michelle Frances
A psychological thriller about a mother's obsession with her son's girlfriend, leading to a dangerous game of manipulation and deceit.
A mother. A son. His girlfriend. And the lie they’ll wish had never been told.,, Laura has it all. A successful career, a long marriage to a rich husband, and a twenty-three-year-old son, Daniel, who ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Cactus
by Sarah Haywood
A prickly, independent woman's life is turned upside down when she unexpectedly becomes pregnant. She must learn to let go of control and open herself up to love.
A REESE WITHERSPOON x HELLO SUNSHINE BOOK CLUB PICK New York Times Bestseller “Fans of Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine will love The Cactu s.” —Red magazine In this charming and poignant debut, ... (Barnes & Noble)
Then She Was Gone
by Lisa Jewell
A mother's desperate search for her missing daughter reveals secrets of a dark family history.
#1, NEW YORK TIMES, BESTSELLER From the, New York Times, bestselling author of, Invisible Girl, and, The Truth About Melody Browne, comes a “riveting” (,PopSugar,) and “acutely observed family drama” ... (Barnes & Noble)
Apple Tree Yard
by Louise Doughty
A woman's journey of self-discovery as she faces a life-altering decision with far-reaching consequences.
After giving a presentation in the House of Commons , Dr Yvonne Carmichael (Watson) meets a lean and mysterious man (Ben Chaplin), who charms her by offering her a tour of the locked Secret Chapel of ... (Wikipedia)
Something in the Water
by Catherine Steadman
A couple's romantic honeymoon turns into a nightmare when they discover something sinister in the water.
If you could make one simple choice that would change your life forever, would you? Erin is a documentary filmmaker on the brink of a professional breakthrough, Mark a handsome investment banker with ... (Goodreads)
Conclave
by Robert Harris
Political thriller about the election of a new Pope amid a power struggle in the Vatican.
The Pope is dead. Behind the locked doors of the Sistine Chapel, one hundred and eighteen cardinals from all over the globe will cast their votes in the world’s most secretive election. They are holy ... (Goodreads)
Past Tense
by Lee Child
Jack Reacher finds himself stranded in a small town, uncovering dark secrets and facing dangerous enemies.
While traveling to Portsmouth, New Hampshire , Jack Reacher takes a detour to the town of Laconia , to visit his father Stan Reacher's childhood home. He meets Elizabeth Castle, the town clerk, and ... (Wikipedia)
The Lying Game
by Ruth Ware
A group of childhood friends reunite to uncover secrets from their mysterious past.
INSTANT, NEW YORK TIMES,, USA TODAY, AND, LOS ANGELES TIMES, BESTSELLER! “So many questions...Until the very last page! Needless to say, I could not put this book down!” —Reese Witherspoon “Once ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Turn of the Key
by Ruth Ware
A young nanny takes a job in a remote Scottish mansion, but strange occurrences and a murder trial leave her questioning her sanity.
INSTANT, NEW YORK TIMES, BESTSELLER “A superb suspense writer...Brava, Ruth Ware. I daresay even Henry James would be impressed.” —Maureen Corrigan, author of, So We Read On, “This appropriately ... (Barnes & Noble)
Before the Fall
by Noah Hawley
A mysterious plane crash leads to a tangled web of secrets, lies, and betrayal.
On a foggy summer night, eleven people—ten privileged, one down-on-his-luck painter—depart Martha's Vineyard on a private jet headed for New York. Sixteen minutes later, the unthinkable happens: the ... (Barnes & Noble)
Force of Nature
by Jane Harper
A detective's investigation into a missing woman, uncovering dark secrets of a small town.
Five women reluctantly pick up their backpacks and start walking along a muddy track. Only four come out on the other side. The hike through the rugged Giralang Ranges is meant to take the office ... (Goodreads)
The Shell Seekers
by Rosamunde Pilcher
A family explores their past, present, and future while examining the importance of treasured objects.
Shifting in time, the novel tells the story of Penelope Keeling, the daughter of unconventional parents (an artist father and his much-younger French wife), examining her past and her relationships ... (Wikipedia)
The Woman in Cabin 10
by Ruth Ware
An intrepid reporter embarks on a luxury cruise, uncovering a dark and dangerous mystery.
INSTANT, NEW YORK TIMES, AND, USA TODAY, BESTSELLER, , FROM THE AUTHOR OF, IN A DARK, DARK WOOD, , Featured in TheSkimm, , An, Entertainment Weekly, “Summer Must List” Pick, , A, New York Post, ... (Barnes & Noble)
Two Kinds of Truth
by Michael Connelly
A gripping crime thriller, as a detective investigates a murder with mysterious connections.
Exiled from the LAPD, Harry Bosch must clear his name, uncover a ring of prescription drug abuse, and outwit a clever killer before it's too late. Harry Bosch, exiled from the LAPD, is working cold ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Family Upstairs
by Lisa Jewell
A woman inherits a house with a dark past, uncovering the secrets of a cult-like family and their twisted relationships.
INSTANT, NEW YORK TIMES, BESTSELLER A, GOOD MORNING AMERICA, COVER TO COVER BOOK CLUB PICK “Rich, dark, and intricately twisted, this enthralling whodunit mixes family saga with domestic noir to ... (Barnes & Noble)
Behind Closed Doors
by B.A. Paris
Psychological thriller about a seemingly perfect marriage hiding a sinister secret.
THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES AND USA TODAY BESTSELLING DEBUT PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER YOU CAN'T MISS! The perfect marriage? Or the perfect lie? “A hair-raising debut, both unsettling and addictive...A ... (Barnes & Noble)
Magpie Murders
by Anthony Horowitz
A detective story set in the English countryside, featuring a mysterious murder, a missing manuscript and a secret that goes back generations.
When editor Susan Ryeland is given the manuscript of Alan Conway’s latest novel, she has no reason to think it will be much different from any of his others. After working with the bestselling crime ... (Goodreads)
The Perfect Girlfriend
by Karen Hamilton
Juliette will stop at nothing to win back her ex-boyfriend, even if it means becoming a flight attendant to get closer to him.
A “twisted page-turner that should appeal to fans of You”.—,Entertainment Weekly.com,“Funny, creepy, surprising, scary, and exhilarating.”—,Publishers Weekly,AN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER,NAMED A TOP ... (Barnes & Noble)
As Time Goes By
by Mary Higgins Clark
A young woman's life is turned upside down when she discovers a shocking family secret that leads her on a dangerous journey of self-discovery.
The #1, New York Times, bestselling “Queen of Suspense” Mary Higgins Clark crafts a thrilling mystery in which a news reporter develops an interest in her birth parents just as she is assigned to ... (Barnes & Noble)
End of Watch
by Stephen King
A retired detective confronts a powerful and mysterious force that has returned to terrorize a small town.
Retired detective Bill Hodges, who now with his sidekick Holly runs the private investigation agency Finders Keepers, is diagnosed with pancreatic cancer . Given only months to live, he finds himself ... (Wikipedia)
Necessary People
by Anna Pitoniak
Two best friends navigate their competitive relationship as they both pursue success in the cutthroat world of New York City media.
One of them has it all. One of them wants it all. But they can't both win. Stella and Violet are best friends, and from the moment they met in college, they knew their roles. Beautiful, privileged, ... (Goodreads)
The Outsider
by Stephen King
A man is accused of a brutal murder he claims he didn't commit, but evidence suggests otherwise. Is he really guilty or is something more sinister at play?
In Flint City, Oklahoma , police detective Ralph Anderson arrests the popular English teacher and Little League coach, Terry Maitland, in front of a crowd of baseball spectators. Maitland is charged ... (Wikipedia)
The Shape of Night
by Tess Gerritsen
A haunted house on the coast of Maine becomes a refuge for a woman running from her past, but the ghosts of the house won't let her go.
A woman trying to outrun her past is drawn to a quiet coastal town in Maine–and to a string of unsolved murders–in this haunting tale of romantic suspense from New York Times bestselling author Tess ... (Goodreads)
The Girl They Left Behind
by Roxanne Veletzos
Abandoned by her parents during WWII, a young girl is taken in by a wealthy family. Years later, she discovers the truth about her past.
A sweeping historical romance that is “gripping, tragic, yet filled with passion and hope” (Kate Quinn,, New York Times, bestselling author), offering a vivid and unique portrayal of life in war-torn ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Seer and the Sword
by Victoria Hanley
A young princess must use her gift of prophecy to save her kingdom from an evil sorcerer.
Legend states that there exists a mighty sword that makes its possessor invincible to his enemies. But there is a curse on anyone who lifts the sword for conquest. King Kareed of Archeld goes after ... (Goodreads)
Origin
by Dan Brown
An exploration of secret societies and history, uncovering dark secrets of the past.
Edmond Kirsch, a billionaire philanthropist, computer scientist and futurist , as well as a strident atheist , attends a meeting in Catalonia ( Spain ) with Roman Catholic Bishop Antonio Valdespino, ... (Wikipedia)
The Taster
by V.S. Alexander
A young German woman becomes a food taster for Hitler during WWII and must navigate the dangers of her position.
Amid the turbulence of World War II, a young German woman finds a precarious haven closer to the source of danger than she ever imagined—one that will propel her through the extremes of privilege and ... (Barnes & Noble)
Galatea
by Madeline Miller
A retelling of the Pygmalion myth, exploring the relationship between a sculptor and his creation brought to life.
In Ancient Greece, a skilled marble sculptor has been blessed by a goddess who has given his masterpiece – the most beautiful woman the town has ever seen – the gift of life. Now his wife, Galatea is ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Lucky Ones
by Mark Edwards
A group of strangers win a luxury weekend away, but soon discover they have more in common than they thought. Dark secrets and danger lurk around every corner.
It was the happiest day of her life. Little did she know it was also the last., When a woman’s body is found in the grounds of a ruined priory, Detective Imogen Evans realises she is dealing with a ... (Goodreads)
