The Girls on Chalk Hill
The Girls on Chalk Hill

Author: Alison Belsham

Publisher: Bookouture

Published: 2024-06-20

Total Pages: 411

ISBN-13: 1803146621

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They lie on the hillside, wearing matching white dresses, tiaras in their blonde hair. Each of them clutches a red rose. They could be sleeping, but frost shines on the lashes of their wide blue eyes, frozen open forever… On a green hill outside Canterbury, where a crown has been cut into the chalk, two girls are lying dead, left for Detective Lexi Bennett to find on her morning run. The victims are quickly identified as sisters Lucy and Eden Carter. But they are triplets… and the third sister, Paige, is still missing. The news makes Lexi’s blood run cold. She was a triplet too. And years ago, she and her sisters were abducted. Two of them escaped. One was lost forever. Has the man who took her returned to send her a message? Will she be able to use her past to find answers? Or is she walking into a trap designed just for her… A completely compelling serial killer thriller that will make your pulse race. Fans of Karin Slaughter, Angela Marsons and J M Dalgliesh will love The Girls on Chalk Hill. See what readers are saying about The Girls on Chalk Hill: ‘I am obsessed with this book! I loved everything about it, and I have recommended it to so many people! I’m still thinking about this book days after reading it… Brilliant… I can’t wait to read more!’ @onthesamebloomingpage, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘WOW!!!! This book was AMAZING!!!! Got me hooked… Absolutely obsessed with this… cannot recommend it enough!!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow. Just wow! I was hooked right from the start, I listened to the whole book in one day… so thrilling it kept me on edge wondering what was going to happen next!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘5 WELL-DESERVED STARS! You will want to read this in one sitting because you are on the edge of your seat the entire time… I was mad at life getting in the way!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Superb… thrilling… so intense in the lead up to its heart-pounding finale, I needed a good lie down when I was done to get my heart rate back to normal as well as uncurling my fingers from gripping my kindle so tight!’ Once Upon a Time Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘WOW. I don't know how to put into words how amazing this book was… I was on the edge of my seat the whole time… A MUST-READ.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absolutely brilliant police procedural! I am more than impressed with Lexi Bennett and her team!… Fast-paced and a true page-turner!… 5/5 stars.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘GRIPPING. One of the best mystery thrillers I’ve read in a while. I was constantly on the edge of my seat, trying to second guess what was going to happen… so compelling.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Such a gripping thriller!… so intense from the very first chapter… intense and intriguing. It kept me hooked and on the edge of my seat!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absolutely gripping… A real cat and mouse chase… I couldn’t put it down and I can’t wait for more!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Girls on Chalk Hill
The Girls on Chalk Hill

Author: Alison Belsham

Publisher: Bookouture

Published: 2023-06-26

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781803146638

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They lie on the hillside, wearing matching white dresses, tiaras in their blonde hair. Each of them clutches a red rose. They could be sleeping, but frost shines on the lashes of their wide blue eyes, frozen open forever... Detective Lexi Bennett is devastated when she finds the two teenagers lying side by side on the quiet green hillside, their throats cut. Convinced this is no ordinary killer, she vows to draw on all her profiling experience to find justice for these beautiful girls who will never have the chance to grow up. But when the victims are identified as Lucy and Eden Carter, Lexi's blood turns cold. The sisters were triplets - and the third girl, Paige, is missing. The case suddenly feels frighteningly personal. Lexi was a triplet too, and she and her sisters were abducted as teens. Two of them escaped but Lexi's dreams are still haunted by memories of the faceless man who took them, and her sister Rose, who she never saw again. Her boss thinks she's too close to the case, but Lexi is sure the monster who took her is back with a message. She throws herself into the investigation, hunting down every clue, certain that time is running out to save Paige. Then she returns home to find the back door open and Rose's diary on the kitchen table. As she traces her beloved sister's handwriting, her heart breaking, Lexi swears she will not rest until this brutal monster is caught. Will the diary help her find him before Paige is killed? Or is she walking into a trap designed just for her? A completely compelling serial killer thriller that will make your pulse race on every page. Fans of Karin Slaughter, Angela Marsons and J M Dalgliesh will love The Girls on Chalk Hill. See what readers are saying about The Girls on Chalk Hill: '5 WELL-DESERVED STARS! You will want to read this in one sitting because you are on the edge of your seat the entire time... I was mad at life getting in the way!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'WOW. I don't know how to put into words how amazing this book was... I was on my seat the whole time... A MUST-READ.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Absolutely brilliant police procedural! I am more than impressed with Lexi Bennett and her team!... Fast-paced and a true page-turner! I cannot wait for the next in this series... 5/5 stars.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Absolutely loved... I highly recommend this read. It will completely absorb you.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'GRIPPING. One of the best mystery thrillers I've read in a while. I was constantly on the edge of my seat, trying to second guess what was going to happen... so compelling and there was a real race against time feel which had me racing through... I can't wait to see how this series develops.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Tattoo Thief
The Tattoo Thief

Author: Alison Belsham

Publisher: Hachette UK

Published: 2018-05-03

Total Pages: 353

ISBN-13: 1409175146

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'Creepy and compulsive, this is Belsham's first excursion into crime and it announces the arrival of a fine new voice' Daily Mail A policeman on his first murder case A tattoo artist with a deadly secret And a twisted serial killer sharpening his blades to kill again... When Brighton tattoo artist Marni Mullins discovers a flayed body, newly-promoted DI Francis Sullivan needs her help. There's a serial killer at large, slicing tattoos from his victims' bodies while they're still alive. Marni knows the tattooing world like the back of her hand, but has her own reasons to distrust the police. So when she identifies the killer's next target, will she tell Sullivan or go after the Tattoo Thief alone? 'Better than Lee Child . . . Well written and gripping, would definitely recommend!' Amazon review 5* 'Edgy and ice cool - Marni Mullins is my kind of heroine!' Marnie Riches

The Cafe By The Bridge
The Cafe By The Bridge

Author: Lily Malone

Publisher: HarperCollins Australia

Published: 2019-01-01

Total Pages: 277

ISBN-13: 1489250492

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Fresh and down-to-earth in style, Australian author Lily Malone returns with a sparkling new romance that will appeal to all romance readers, from contemporary to rural romance. Perfect for readers who love Rachael Johns. Child psychologist Taylor Woods needs a man. Flashy restaurateur Abel Honeychurch to be specific. Abe can help her get justice for her brother, Will. Taylor knows Abe, too, was scammed by the same woman who broke her brother's heart and stole everything in his pockets. But bringing a lying, cheating scammer to justice isn't easy when all Abe wants to do is forget the whole sorry saga. He's returned to his home town of Chalk Hill to lick his wounds and repay his debts, renovating his nanna's house and opening the Chalk 'n' Cheese cafe. He's miserable. And it would be easier to stay miserable if everyone else around him wasn't so darn cheerful. It's wildflower season in Chalk Hill with a cafe full of upbeat bushwalkers, and it's all Abe can do to remember to put sugar, not salt, in his customers' cappuccinos. He definitely has no time for the mysterious red–headed guest who admires his cheesecake and adores his flat white. Taylor's mission to help her brother seems doomed – how will she gain the trust of a man whose every instinct tells him never to trust a woman again? 'Warm, witty and fun ... Lily Malone creates unforgettable characters. Chalk Hill is a small town you will never want to leave.' Alissa Callen, bestselling Australian author 'A touching, romantic, and thoroughly enjoyable read. Filled with engaging characters, Lily Malone's refreshing style never fails to satisfy.' Jennie Jones, bestselling Australian author

Witch Hill
Witch Hill

Author: Marion Zimmer Bradley

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 2000-09-02

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 9780312872830

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Story of a young woman who returns to her family's roots in Massachusetts, only to encounter the belief by the townspeople there that she is a reincarnation of her aunt, who was shunned as a witch.

The Girls in the Snow
The Girls in the Snow

Author: Stacy Green

Publisher: Bookouture

Published: 2020-10-19

Total Pages: 381

ISBN-13: 1838888799

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“One sensational read! Wow, this one just completely blew me away. If you are looking for a brand new series to sink your teeth into, then look no further. A must read!” Once Upon A Time Book Blog, 5 stars Madison walked through the fallen snow, looking left and right. It had been Kaylee’s idea to use the trail through the forest; she said no one would follow them. But Madison lost sight of Kaylee for a moment and when she found her again she wasn’t alone… In the remote forests of Stillwater, Minnesota, you can scream for days and no one will hear you. So when the bodies of two fifteen-year-old girls are discovered frozen in the snow, Special Agent Nikki Hunt is sure the killer is local: someone knew where to hide the girls and thought they would never be found. Though Nikki hasn’t been home in twenty years, she knows she must take over the case. The Sheriff’s department in Stillwater has already made a mistake by connecting the girls’ murders to those of a famous serial killer, refusing to consider the idea that the killer could be someone from town. Then another girl’s body is found, a red silk ribbon tied in her hair, and Nikki realizes that the killer has a connection to her own dark past, and the reason she left Stillwater. Nikki is not the only person in town who wants those secrets to stay hidden. Will she be able to face her demons before another child is taken? Gripping and spine-chilling, The Girls in the Snow will make you gasp, unable to put it down until the final heart-pounding twist. Perfect for fans of Karin Slaughter, Lisa Gardner and Robert Dugoni. What readers are saying about The Girls in the Snow: “Bloody fantastic! I loved this book… I was hanging on to every word and couldn’t put the book down… full of tension and action and kept me guessing. Highly recommend this book.” Bonnie’s Book Talk, 5 stars “This is the thriller that I didn’t know I was waiting for and needed in my life until I picked it up. SO GOOD. I’m still reeling and trying to catch my breath from this highly suspenseful and emotionally charged story… I need more ASAP.” Reading in Autumn, 5 stars “Addictive. I read this in one sitting. It's unputdownable… Filled with intrigue and deceit, The Girls in The Snow is guaranteed to keep you up all night.” Lisa Regan “First time reading this author and I couldn’t put it down. Suspense that will keep you hooked until the very last page. Even when I wasn’t reading it, I couldn’t stop thinking about it… I had to see what happened.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars “A dagger sharp crime thriller. Highly recommended… I loved Nikki Hunt… Engaging. I never figured out what was going to happen next until I read it myself.” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars “This is the first book in a long time that I’ve given up all household responsibilities, all TV time for and all my study time for. [I] knew nothing was going to get done outside of my day job until I finished this book, which I did in 24 hours… Fast-paced and jam-packed from start to finish.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars “Kept me guessing throughout… This one gets 5 stars, great series starter… a compelling mystery that had me wondering whodunit right up until the killer was revealed.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars “This book was fantastic! Everything about it worked… I was hooked from page one and didn’t put it down until I was done… I had no idea who the killer was until it was revealed. This is going to be a must read series!” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars “Wow!! Stacy Green's The Girls in the Snow opens with such force… and it keeps going until the very end… this is a top 10 for me!” NetGalley reviewer, 5 star

Knock Knock
Knock Knock

Author: Chris Merritt

Publisher: Bookouture

Published: 2024-05-28

Total Pages: 423

ISBN-13: 1838880194

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow. I absolutely loved this book!... I was not able to put it down from the moment I started it, so much so that I devoured it in just two days.’ Goodreads reviewer Natasha Mayston wasn’t expecting anyone to knock on her door so late at night. And she has no idea that the face staring back at her is the last one she’ll ever see… As Detective Dan Lockhart is called to a wealthy London street to investigate Natasha’s death, he’s startled by the similarity to a previous case. Noticing the cable-tie restraints and the tiny scratches on Natasha’s wedding finger, Dan already knows what he will find if he looks in her mouth – the metal ball which choked her to death. He knows Natasha isn’t the killer’s first victim and is certain that he will strike again. Months earlier, Kim Hardy was found in the same position in a run-down hotel across the city – an identical silver ball in her throat. But Kim’s murderer was caught and sent to prison – did they arrest the wrong man? And what connects the two victims? Fearing that he’s dealing with a psychopathic serial killer, Dan calls in psychologist Dr Lexi Green to help him to get into the perpetrator’s mind. Tough and smart, Lexi will stop at nothing to hunt down the man responsible for the deaths. Then, another body is discovered, just as Lexi finds a clue online leading to the killer. Dan’s team aren’t convinced, but in pushing Lexi away from the investigation, they force her to dig further into the case on her own. Convinced that she’s on to something, she puts herself in unthinkable danger… but can Dan piece together the clues and identify the killer before it’s too late? Fans of Angela Marsons, Robert Dugoni and Cara Hunter will love this thrilling new series from Chris Merritt. From an explosive start to a heart-stopping finale, you will not want to put this book down! What readers are saying about Knock Knock: ‘Gripping from the get go… Impossible to put down once you start… The fact that I kept turning the pages, the adrenalin pumping, makes Knock Knock a compelling read.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘My heart beating so fast! I couldn’t believe what I was reading. It had me in shock. Every page, every chapter was a page turner… What a rollercoaster.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Oh wow… I am a huge fan of this author’s work… These are the books that I love!... This book is just great, greater, the greatest!’ B for Bookreview, 5 stars ‘Loved the book. It’s edge of your seat reading.’ Goodreads reviewer ‘Wow! This is one of the best books I have read this year. Really incredible!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Oh, this was good, very, very good… I was blown away… It’s one hell of a good thriller.’ Goodreads reviewer ‘I fell into this story and finished it in two days… A must read.’ Two Girls and a Book Obsession, 5 stars ‘My heart was in my mouth… I loved it.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘What a roller coaster!... Like OMG!... It’s so good.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘An absolutely gripping and fantastic read.’ NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars ‘The ending is brilliant and full of suspense.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘I was completely immersed in the story, the suspense had my heart pounding at times. This is an unmissable and intense thriller.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Tense and chilling with so many twist and turns.’ NetGalley reviewer ‘I literally couldn’t put it down.’ Book Lover, 5 stars ‘A fast-paced thriller with a jaw-dropping finale.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

The Vet's Country Holiday
The Vet's Country Holiday

Author: Lily Malone

Publisher: HarperCollins Australia

Published: 2022-04-01

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 1867223945

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One irrepressible city girl plus a by-the-numbers accountant = a tricky equation... For city vet Isabella Passmore, the opportunity to pet-sit in the country knocks at the perfect time. Bring on that fresh air! But after three days of holiday bliss, Izzy is bored silly. If the air gets any cleaner, she'll start slinging mud. Then she gets offered work in the second-hand shop. Saved! Maybe. It's been years since Elliot Field's parents rolled out the red carpet, but Elliot only needs one day to learn that this welcome mat comes with strings. His parents' new business is sinking, and they expect him to fix their financial problems. To prepare for the week from hell, he'll need a mug that's not steeped in bad memories, but nothing could prepare him for the employee he encounters at the second-hand shop. For Izzy, pursuing Elliot is a most welcome diversion from walking another lap of town with the dog. For Elliot, their random encounters add up to the sum of much bigger things. He's always been a numbers man and he's kept his heart locked away, but in irrepressible Izzy, is Elliot's number finally up?

Last Bridge Before Home
Last Bridge Before Home

Author: Lily Malone

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2020-01-01

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 1489250514

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With her trademark fresh and funny tone, Lily Malone returns with a captivating new romance set in the heart of the Australian outback. For Jaydah Tully, the country town of Chalk Hill has never felt like home. Home is a place to feel loved. Home is a place to feel safe. Jaydah's home life is dark in ways the close-knit community could never imagine. Jaydah knows that the man she loves has never understood her need for secrets. Brix is a Honeychurch, she's a Tully - her family are Chalk Hill's black sheep. It's better for everyone if Brix stays away. But Brix is a one-woman man, and when he returns to his home town to help his brother, the first person he sees is Jaydah. Independent. Private. Proud. When things are good between them they are really really good but all too soon they're back in the old patterns, caught in the same argument: Her father. Her family. Her life that doesn't include him. Underneath her tough exterior, Jaydah is drowning. She has one chance to change everything. Is she brave enough to take the risk and let Brix in? Or will her father keep them apart forever? 'Warm, witty and fun ... Lily Malone creates unforgettable characters. Chalk Hill is a small town you will never want to leave.' Alissa Callen, bestselling Australian author

The Embalmer
The Embalmer

Author: Alison Belsham

Publisher: Trapeze

Published: 2021-03-18

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 9781409182702

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Has the ancient Egyptian cult of immortality resurfaced in Brighton? When a freshly-mummified body is discovered at the Brighton Museum of Natural History, Detective Francis Sullivan is at a loss to identify the desiccated woman. But as Egyptian burial jars of body parts with cryptic messages attached start appearing, he realises he has a serial killer on his hands. Revenge, obsession and an ancient religion form a potent mix, unleashing a wave of terror throughout the city. Caught in a race against time while battling his own demons, Francis must fight to uncover the true identity of the Embalmer before it's too late...